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Overview
Salt Lake County provides essential public services and local governance to residents as a political subdivision of the State of Utah. It operates through various departments that manage public safety, environmental protection, economic development, and human services by utilizing tax revenue and public resources. Unlike private organizations, the county is legally mandated to prioritize transparency, fiscal responsibility, and ethical service for all citizens rather than profit. Its goal is to maintain a safe, responsive, and accessible community by addressing resident concerns and promoting long-term regional growth.
About Salt Lake County
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Government & Public Sector
Energy
AI & Machine Learning
Education
Healthcare
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$500K
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Founded
1852
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 78,000 children registered for My County Rec Pass in first year.
- $55 million Overstock building acquisition enables new headquarters.
- Code Blue activations address urgent homelessness shelter needs.
What critics are saying
- Rec Pass strains capacity, forces fee hikes in 6-12 months.
- $55 million debt from headquarters diverts funds in 18-36 months.
- $9.3 billion transfers lock budget, bankrupt county in 24-48 months.
What makes Salt Lake County unique
- My County Rec Pass grants free recreation access to children 0-18.
- Free recreation passes extended to residents ages 80 and over.
- Cottonwood Connect partners with UTA for ski tourism transport.
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Funding
Total Funding
$500k
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
1 Rounds
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Professional Development Budget
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -1%1 year growth
↓ -1%2 year growth
↓ -1%SALT LAKE CITY - It's been one year since Salt Lake County launched the My County Rec Pass, which allows children 0 to 18 to access recreation centers for free.
In 2022, Salt Lake County received $9.3 billion in government transfer payments, equivalent to $7,872 per capita.
The Salt Lake County Council approved $55 million to acquire the Overstock building in Midvale at 799 Coliseum Way.
Visit Salt Lake and Staker Parson are collaborating with Salt Lake County to kick off the festival, which reportedly aims to highlight Salt Lake's rich heritage and legacy in sports and culture.
Salt Lake County announces Code Blue for january 11.
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About Salt Lake County
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Government & Public Sector
Energy
AI & Machine Learning
Education
Healthcare
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$500K
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Founded
1852
Salt Lake County is Hiring for 70 Jobs on Simplify!
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today