Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams pushes for efficiency, less confusion and partisanship

McAdams said he would like to see an expansion of several after-school programs throughout the state. He’s also worried about children's long-term health and safety in Salt Lake County in light of the recent inversions and subsequent decreases in air quality.

“Today, our kids are sometimes kept inside because our air isn’t safe to breathe," McAdams said. “Our schools are expected to prepare our children to compete in a global economy with fewer and fewer resources to do so.”

McAdams also announced that the county plans to purchase land in Magna for a new regional park, but did not give out additional details about its anticipated size or function.

“We want Salt Lake County residents to be healthy,” McAdams said. “Spaces to walk, bike, run, and play help residents stay active and feel better.”

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