The mayor and members of the South Jordan City Council celebrated the opening of The Ballpark at America First Square in April. (Photo courtesy of South Jordan City)
To say that 2025 was one of the most transformative years in the city of South Jordan’s history would be an understatement, but certainly the way Mayor Dawn Ramsey feels as a new year approaches. From the opening of The Ballpark at America First Square to the new TRAX station on the red line, and additions of amenities like a new playground and six new Pickleball courts at East Riverfront Park, the city has certainly grown and improved.
“I’m incredibly proud of how our community came together to shape what’s next for our city,” Ramsey said. “From welcoming the Salt Lake Bees to Downtown Daybreak, to the major investments in parks, public safety, water innovation and resident amenities, 2025 was a year of major milestones, each one making life better for the people who call South Jordan home.”
Growth is an important part of any community, particularly so in Ramsey’s community. She has witnessed record attendance and engagement at numerous community events. The city received national recognition for the Pure SoJo water recycling demonstration facility. This fall, city officials announced plans for a new Senior Center and affordable housing development at The District. An emphasis on development of new neighborhoods on the west side, accompanied by roads, trails and utilities, is a large part of the city’s future plans…