Funding Our Future Unclaimed
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Funding Our Future is Salt Lake City's initiative to fund housing, transit, streets, and safety projects through a dedicated sales tax.
Funding Our Future is a municipal initiative that uses revenue from a dedicated sales tax to fund critical city projects. The program prioritizes affordable housing, safer neighborhoods, reliable transit, and well-maintained streets, with parks and public spaces benefiting as well. Through a public dashboard, ongoing engagement, and coordinated funding, it supports housing, transportation, streets, and safety improvements aimed at equitable, sustainable community growth.
Invest the Funding Our Future sales tax revenue to improve housing, transit, streets, and safety so communities have affordable options, safe neighborhoods, and better connectivity.
What we offer
Critical Needs Dashboard
Track Salt Lake City's critical needs spending and transparency in funding deployment.
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Enhances oversight and maintenance of Salt Lake City parks through a dedicated, user-friendly dashboard.
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Tracks housing initiatives to enhance affordability and sustainability in Salt Lake City.
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Enhances transit service by tracking initiatives for frequency and accessibility improvements.
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Track street maintenance and reconstruction efforts in Salt Lake City to improve road conditions.
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Enhances public safety through strategic resource allocation and community engagement.
fundingourfutureslc.com/critical-needs-dashboard/increase-neighborhood-safety/Market segments
Public budget transparency
Capabilities to publish and track municipal revenue allocation, spending, and project status to ensure accountability and public engagement.
Transit performance monitoring
Dashboards and metrics for monitoring transit service levels, route coverage, frequency, accessibility, and stop safety improvements.
Affordable housing program monitoring
Tracking of housing programs and investments including land trusts, financing, rent assistance, fee waivers, and outcomes for affordability initiatives.
Municipal asset maintenance and capital project tracking
Monitoring and reporting on capital investments and maintenance for streets, pavements, parks, and related public assets, including project progress and condition data.
Community safety performance management
Tracking investments and operational changes related to neighborhood safety, community policing, staffing, equipment, and social-service integrations.
More information about our offering
Critical Needs Dashboard
Public dashboard platform tracking Salt Lake City's Funding Our Future revenue and progress on critical city needs. It consolidates budgeted investments and project status across key areas, including park maintenance, housing opportunities, transit service, street conditions, and neighborhood safety, to ensure transparency and community engagement.
- Provides Focused InsightsEach area-specific dashboard offers detailed insights into funding, project status, and performance metrics tailored to specific community needs.
- Ensures Financial ClarityThis feature enhances accountability by clearly indicating how and where taxpayer money is utilized for city projects.
- Monitors Financial ProgressUsers can view and analyze how funding is distributed and the status of various projects, ensuring ongoing community engagement.
- Access Project UpdatesResidents can explore the latest updates and details regarding city projects, fostering a sense of community involvement and transparency.
Parks Maintenance Dashboard
Dedicated dashboard within Funding Our Future focused on parks and public spaces, tracking maintenance updates and improvements to ensure safe, well-maintained parks and trails.
- Ensure Safety in ParksThe dashboard includes information on Park Rangers dedicated to maintaining safety and community engagement within parks.
- Monitor Asset ConditionsProvides insights on various park assets to allow timely maintenance actions, ensuring safety and user satisfaction.
- Enhance Irrigation SystemsThe dashboard tracks critical updates regarding repairs needed in the irrigation systems of parks to ensure proper maintenance and aesthetics.
- Improve Park ConditionsCovers a variety of ongoing maintenance projects aimed at enhancing the overall condition and usability of park facilities.
- Track Maintenance ActivitiesUsers can access periodic updates on various maintenance tasks performed across parks, promoting transparency and community awareness.
Greater Housing Opportunities Dashboard
Dashboard tracking housing-related programs funded by Funding Our Future, covering various initiatives to support affordability and sustainable living.
- Produces Affordable HomesSecures land to maintain long-term affordability for housing developments.
- Facilitates Home OwnershipProvides financial assistance for low-income families to achieve stable home ownership.
- Makes Housing Development ViableAids developers in building affordable units through financial support mechanisms.
- Enhances Housing Funding AccuracyEnsures accurate census data collection to maximize federal funding for housing initiatives.
- Connects Roommates in NeedFacilitates housing possibilities through matching services and case management.
- Prevents HomelessnessHelps families remain housed by mitigating rental costs through financial support.
- Stabilizes Vulnerable ClientsOffers housing stability to individuals frequently utilizing emergency services.
- Encourages Affordable DevelopmentReduces financial barriers for developers to include affordable units.
Better Transit Service Dashboard
Dashboard monitoring transit improvements funded by Funding Our Future, tracking initiatives to enhance accessibility and reliability.
- Increase Service FrequencyEnhances overall transit reliability, allowing residents to plan better with less waiting time.
- Extend Service HoursService hours are improved to meet diverse community needs, including Sundays, ensuring accessible transit options.
- Upgrade Transit InfrastructureImprovements bolster safety and accessibility at transit stops, catering to all community members.
- Introduce New RoutesConnects more residents to key areas across the city, enhancing accessibility and convenience.
Improved Street Conditions Dashboard
Dashboard tracking street reconstruction and maintenance funded by Funding Our Future, highlighting initiatives to improve road quality.
- Doubling Lane Miles MaintainedThis feature aims to increase road resurfacing efforts, enhancing overall street quality and longevity.
- Reconstructing Deteriorated RoadsFocuses on significant road repairs to enhance safety and drive quality.
- Consistent Maintenance FundingEnsures essential funds are allocated for the upkeep and improvement of city streets regularly.
- Informed Project InitiativesUtilizing survey data allows targeted improvements to the most deteriorated roads.
- Public TransparencyImproves community trust and knowledge about local infrastructure investments.
Increased Neighborhood Safety Dashboard
Dashboard showing safety investments under Funding Our Future, including initiatives designed to improve neighborhood safety and responses.
- Hire Additional Police OfficersThis initiative focuses on increasing the number of police officers to strengthen community safety.
- Implement Community PolicingEngages officers directly with community members to foster trust and collaboration.
- Deploy Body CamerasBody cameras increase accountability and transparency in policing.
- Integrate Civilian Support StaffCivilians provide essential support roles, enhancing the police department's effectiveness.
- Integrate Social ServicesCombining police functions with social work to address the root causes of crime.
- Upgrade Police VehiclesNew vehicles enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact.