WHAT: The Utah Transit Authority and Wasatch Front Regional Council will highlight the key findings of an economic study that details the economic value and return generated for the state of Utah by its largest public transit system.
A recent study conducted by Metro Analytics, and in coordination with local, regional, and state transportation and economic partners, concluded that UTA generates $377 million in tax revenue, supports more than 79,000 jobs, and returns $5.11 to the community for every $1 invested in UTA projects.
To access the full report, visit rideuta.com/economicvalue.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 16, 9-10 a.m.
WHERE:
UTA Central Garage
630 West 200 South
Salt Lake City, 84101
- Please enter from 200 South, just west of 600 West
WHO: Representatives from Utah Transit Authority and Wasatch Front Regional Council
- UTA Board Chair Carlton Christensen
- UTA Trustee Beth Holbrook
- UTA Trustee Jeff Acerson
- UTA Executive Director Jay Fox
- WFRC Executive Director Andrew Gruber
VISUALS:
9-9:05 a.m.: MEDIA PHOTO OP: Custom-wrapped UTA bus arrives with speakers.
9:05-9:30 a.m.: Remarks from speakers.
9:30-10 a.m.: Media availability and interviews.
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