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South Jordan Parks Fee Top 3 Things to Know Dedicated Funding : Every dollar stays in our parks, trails, and cemetery; it cannot be used for city salaries, benefits, or Mulligans. Low Impact : It costs less than $0.20 a day. Protects Assets : Dedicated funding prevents maintenance delays and protects your property values. Frequently Asked Questions Why do we need a new fee? Rising Maintenance Costs : The cost to maintain and enhance our existing public spaces has increased. Protects Service Levels : Without dedicated funding, park maintenance and critical improvements will face delays or reductions. Resident Demand : Community surveys and the 2024 Parks Master Plan show residents heavily prioritize high-quality parks. How much will this cost me monthly? Single-Family Homes : $5.28 per month ($63.36 annually). Multi-Family Homes : $3.38 per month ($40.50 annually). Universal Application : The fee applies to every residential unit within South Jordan city limits. Exactly where does my money go? Park Operations ($1.1 Million) : Covers mowing, irrigation, general upkeep, and trail repairs. Capital Improvements ($500,000) : Funds playground replacements, sports fields, courts, and tree planting. Cemetery Maintenance ($100,000) : Funds turf care, landscaping fixes, and headstone repairs. What is explicitly excluded from this fee? No Employee Wages : City employee salaries and benefits remain funded strictly by the General Fund. No Mulligans Funding : Zero fee revenue will go toward Mulligans-related golf or facility operations. What specific upgrades will my neighborhood see first? Playground Replacement : Complete replacement of the playground at Stonehaven Park. Restroom Upgrades : Citywide public restroom repairs and facility modernizations. Sports Field Maintenance : Infield repairs for baseball/softball and multi-purpose field improvements. Forestry Care : Maintenance and health management for over 8,500 city-owned trees. What are the community-wide benefits? Property Values : Well-maintained parks directly support and enhance local neighborhood property values. Better Trails : Improved connectivity and access across our 33 miles of city trails. Better Health : Greater access to active transportation networks and recreational open spaces.