Alicia Eggleston joins the Utah Inland Port Authority team as community engagement manager for the grant-funded Clean Ports Program. In this role, Alicia will help ensure residents living near the Salt Lake City Intermodal Terminal are informed, engaged and empowered to help guide Clean Ports initiatives. She will also facilitate the program’s steering committee and work with stakeholders to advance …
The Utah Inland Port Authority shared the initial proposal for the Greater Washington Project Area, a draft project area plan requested by Washington City to support strategic infrastructure investment, industrial growth and long-term economic diversification in one of Utah’s fastest-growing regions. The proposed project area is centered around the Sunrise Valley Industrial Park and planned industrial expansion areas in Washington …
As data centers draw increased attention across the country, the Utah Inland Port Authority is taking a measured and transparent approach to ensure any conversation about future development reflects Utah’s priorities: economic competitiveness, responsible growth, community health and protection of the state’s unique natural resources. UIPA’s purpose is to strengthen the state’s transportation network and regional economies by supporting logistics, …
The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) is seeking public comment on an expansion request to the Remedial Action Plan detailing the cleanup of a portion of the former North Temple Landfill, also known as Airport West, located at approximately 6500 West North Temple Frontage Road.
The State of Utah’s Authority Infrastructure Bank (AIB) is administered by the Utah Inland Port Authority as a short-term, low-rate tool to jump-start public-benefit infrastructure—especially when permanent financing (bonds or private loans) isn’t ready yet. Eligible projects are located in a UIPA project area; loans are approved publicly by the AIB Loan Approval Committee, the UIPA Board, and the Legislature’s …
The Utah Inland Port Authority recently welcomed Lori Haslem as Associate Vice President of Business Development, bringing strong experience in rural economic development, entrepreneurship, infrastructure planning and community partnerships. In her role with the Port, Haslem supports business development efforts across the state and will oversee the Pony Express, Verk and Black Gold Project Areas. “Lori brings a deep understanding …
EVgo and Kroger Expand Fast Charging Partnership, Starting in Salt Lake City In February, the UIPA Clean Ports team braved a snowstorm to celebrate a significant milestone for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure: the opening of EVgo’s newest 12-stall, 350kW fast charging station at Smith’s (845 E 4500 S) in Salt Lake City. This site marks the first operational location in …