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SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION
RESOLUTION 2 OF 2014
Joint Resolution Recognizing and Supporting the Fairpark’s Contributions to Salt Lake City and the State of Utah
WHEREAS, the Utah State Fair promotes Utah and its products in collaboration with local agricultural organizations such as the Utah Beef Council, Utah Dairy Council, Utah Dept. of Agriculture Utah’s Own initiative, Utah Farm Bureau, and Utah Wool Growers Association; and
Whereas, more than 290,000 people attend the annual 11 day Utah State Fair, and thousands more attend auctions, concerts, corporate trainings, festivals, livestock sales, rallies, sport competitions, trade shows, weddings, and other events year-round; and
Whereas, the Utah State Fair is the single largest annual event in the state serving as a showcase for local artists, businesses, crafters, farmers, livestock owners and other vendors; and
Whereas, the State Fairpark is celebrating 159 years since the first fair in October 1856; and
Whereas, the Fairpark’s status on the National Register of Historic Places and its unique place in the community strengthens the cultural, economic, and social health of Salt Lake City and the State of Utah; and
Whereas, the recent addition of the Airport TRAX line and the North Temple Grand Boulevard will allow improved access to the Fairpark; and
Whereas, Salt Lake City values its
ongoing connection with agriculture through the State Fair, and
the interests of all
Utahns are served by the Fairpark’s continued business, history and
traditions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
that the Salt Lake City Council and Mayor of Salt Lake City honor and recognize the Utah State Fairpark for advancing Salt Lake City’s and Utah’s welfare, promoting local products, and supporting our cultural heritage. We encourage the State of Utah, public and private organizations, and individuals to continue working together on expanding events, special programs and the unique role of the Fairpark in our community.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this 18th day of February, 2014.