"Improving Lives Through People, Parks and Play."
Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation developed as a result of civic minded citizens who wanted to coordinate recreation activities throughout the County and manage the rapid growth of the programs for the benefit of county citizens.As a result Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation was formed and came into existence on May 11, 1946. Ten days later the organization dedicated its first park in East Millcreek, today over 50 years later -- 70 plus parks, and over 20 recreation facilities we are still "Improving Lives Through People, Parks and Play."
Ultra-Violet Light Systems Installed
Mayor Corroon and the Council unanimously approved the procurement and installation of ultra-violet light systems in all Salt Lake County Pools to help fight the spread ... more
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Central City Recreation Center Opens After Major Rennovation
Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon along with Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker will officially re-open the Central City Recreation Center on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. The Central City Recreation Center located at 615 South 300 East, Salt Lake City has undergone a $3 million dollar renovation, courtesy of the Zoo, Arts and Parks Tax.
SLCO Facilities More Accessible With NEW Plus One Pass
The newly approved Plus One Pass is designed for Salt Lake County Residents with a permanent disability to provide entrance of one assistant for free to Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation Facilities when accompanied by the pass holder. The new pass will make using our facilities more affordable and accessible for people with disabilities ... more
County Wide Men's Basketball Leagues Available
Salt Lake County offers year-round Adult Men's Basketball
in many different skill levels in gyms throughout the valley. We offer 7-week leagues, leagues with a round robin ending in a tournament, and in the winter 14-week leagues. Visit Sports Office for locations and prices or call 801 270-7260.
JL Sorenson Recreation Center Construction Underway
Salt Lake County has broken ground for the new 110,000 
square foot J.L. Sorenson Recreation Center in Herriman. The new center will serve the southwest portion of Salt Lake County providing new recreation opportunities for residents in the cities of Bluffdale, Herriman, and Riverton. To learn more about the new recreation center visit their website. Completion is estimated for December of 2010.
