Dawn R. Ramsey

This message from Governor Spencer Cox introduces the Build Coordinating Council, established to address Utah's rapid growth and its impact on housing, transportation, water, energy, open space, and air quality. The council's strategic direction involves fostering collaboration among state agencies, local leaders, and research partners to align long-term planning, reduce duplication, and ensure optimal resource utilization. The overarching vision is to improve investment, facilitate informed decision-making, and preserve Utah's quality of life for a sustainable future.

The 2026 State of the State Address by Governor Cox underscores the critical importance of virtue and character as the foundation for the success of both the United States and Utah. It outlines key priorities for the state, including enhancing literacy for children, increasing housing affordability, effectively combating homelessness and addiction, and implementing regulations to safeguard children from the detrimental effects of social media. The address advocates for a governmental approach grounded in historical American virtues to ensure the state's continued prosperity and well-being.

Governor Cox's 2022 State of the State address outlines key legislative priorities for Utah, focusing on increased education funding, elimination of school fees, and literacy initiatives. It also proposes inflation relief through grocery tax credits, significant investments in water conservation and infrastructure, and reforms in housing and healthcare. The address emphasizes supporting families, promoting sustainable energy from local resources, and maintaining Utah's unique collaborative governance to ensure prosperity and quality of life.

This document presents the Year 1 review of the State of Utah's Second Term Strategic Plan, which outlines objectives largely targeted for completion by 2029. The plan encompasses a broad range of strategic pillars including enhancing health and behavioral health services, ensuring family and child well-being, promoting safe and affordable housing, developing sustainable infrastructure and clean energy, fostering economic prosperity and innovation, improving education and workforce readiness, and encouraging civic engagement and community service across the state.

The Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter establishes a long-term commitment to prevent the ecological failure of the Great Salt Lake, recognizing its vital importance to Utah's environment, culture, and identity. Key strategic efforts include optimizing agricultural water use, implementing secondary water metering, expanding voluntary water leasing, and passing relevant legislation to restore the lake's health. The plan envisions a historic environmental success, ensuring the lake's preservation and a healthier future for Utah.