South Jordan Parks Fee Guide

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.