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Utah Inland Port Authority foes push for audit; organization head laments 'misinformation'
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 11 - 8:56 p.m.
Inland port critics demonstrated at the Capitol on Wednesday ahead of a meeting of the port authority board.
Weber County inland port proposal draws fire from some; officials move forward with plans
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 8:02 a.m.
Local leaders have long pushed for industrial development in the sparsely populated area near the Great Salt Lake.
Auditor recommends better internal controls, procurement practices for Inland Port Authority
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 21 - 8:02 p.m.
A state audit recommended that the Utah Inland Port Authority enact better internal controls and improve its procurement code to increase transparency.
Miles Hansen, Mike Schultz stepping down from Utah Inland Port Authority board of directors
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 8 - 4:25 p.m.
Two key board members are leaving the Utah Inland Port Authority's board of directors, the agency announced Friday.
Tooele County inland port areas approved amid concerns from residents, environmental groups
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 5 - 4:26 p.m.
Hours before the Utah Inland Port Authority's board of directors voted unanimously to approve the Tooele Valley and Twenty Wells inland port project areas, protestors gathered Tuesday outside the Tooele County Building to voice their concerns about the project.
Some groups think the inland port's newly proposed wetlands policy doesn't do enough
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 6 - 5:04 p.m.
In the midst of community concern, the Utah Inland Port Authority on Thursday pitched a "comprehensive wetlands policy."
'Determined to raise our families here': Utah board approves inland port location in Beaver County
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 5 - 4:07 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority's board of directors on Wednesday voted to approve the Mineral Mountains Project Area in Beaver County, an area that has seen booms and busts.
Here's how Utah's latest inland port hopes to 'save the family farm'
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 12 - 7:58 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority's board of directors voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the Central Utah Agri-Park Project Area. The objective of the fifth and latest project area is aimed at improving the future outlook for Utah's family farms, economy and food security.
Utah board approves 4th inland port location amid concerns from environmental groups
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 23 - 9:03 p.m.
Utah's inland port system is officially growing, despite concerns raised about its newest project.
'A terrible idea': Groups worry new inland port will harm Great Salt Lake refuge
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 17 - 9:01 p.m.
Environmental activists delivered a petition with about 1,200 signatures opposing the Utah Inland Port Authority's proposal to approve the Golden Spike Inland Port Project Area.
Environmental justice report shows air quality disparities on Salt Lake City's west side
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted July 25 - 10:33 p.m.
A preliminary report by the Environmental Protection Agency found a "disproportionate" impact from pollution of several neighborhoods on the west side of Salt Lake City.
Utah Inland Port Authority announces 3rd project area in Spanish Fork
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted July 19 - 3:01 p.m.
A third inland port is coming to the Beehive State, with the latest installment set to call Utah County home.
Utah Inland Port Authority leaders unveil new brand, promise transparency
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 4:07 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority on Wednesday unveiled a new brand identity and vision for the future, with a specific emphasis on transparency.
Utah Inland Port Authority moves to create the state's first rural inland port in southern Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted April 12 - 8:09 a.m.
A second inland port is coming to the Beehive State, this time in southern Utah. Here's how it's expected to impact the region.
Utah Inland Port Authority has moved away from 'sketchy crap,' new director says
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 26 - 5:46 p.m.
Utah Inland Port Authority officials on Thursday updated the state Legislature on their progress after a damning audit was published last year.
Utah Supreme Court agrees to drop Salt Lake City's inland port lawsuit
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 20 - 5:33 p.m.
The Utah Supreme Court on Friday dropped Salt Lake City's lawsuit against the Utah Inland Port Authority after the city filed a motion to dismiss the case.
2nd Utah inland port audit blasts lack of 'transparency and accountability' in contracts
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 11:10 a.m.
A second audit of Utah Inland Port Authority practices emphasizes again that it should adjust its contract agreement policy after a $2 million contract didn't go through a bidding process.
Utah Inland Port Authority pauses 'all major capital projects,' as new report outlines flaws
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 27 - 5:34 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority is taking a timeout as problems related to its future begin to build.
Utah Inland Port Authority needs clear plan for future before spending $150M bond, auditors say
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 21 - 1:36 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority needs to outline clear goals for the future — which it hasn't yet done — before starting to spend some of the $150 million in bonds approved last year, according to a new report.
Utah Inland Port Authority's 1st director to step down in latest leadership change
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 7 - 1:04 p.m.
The now-president of the Utah Inland Port Authority said Wednesday he will retire at the end of October.
Utah Supreme Court sides with inland port, says zoning doesn't violate state law
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 29 - 7:32 p.m.
Utah Inland Port Authority's zoning structure does not violate Utah's laws, the Utah Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Wednesday.
Utah Inland Port Authority board gets big shake up. What does it mean for its future?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 11 - 7:11 p.m.
The Utah Inland Port Authority underwent its biggest leadership adjustment to date Wednesday, as an entirely new group was sworn in as members of its board of directors.
What happened during the 2022 Utah Legislature? Here's everything you need to know
Katie McKellar, Deseret News, Marjorie Cortez, Deseret News, Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News, Kyle Dunphey, Deseret News, Ashley Imlay, KSL.com and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted March 5 - 11:05 a.m.
Despite rumblings of a possible early adjournment, the Utah Legislature's sprint through its 45-day general session came to an end right at midnight Friday night after a dramatic surprise on the Senate floor that spurred furious and emotional debate.
Why Salt Lake leaders support this Utah Inland Port bill despite losing voting power
Katie McKellar, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 24 - 9:07 a.m.
Utah's anti-inland port activists aren't happy with it, but Salt Lake City leaders are — for the most part.
