This month’s newsletter includes highlights from the FY 2026–27 Budget Priorities Workshop, a $486,500 wildfire mitigation grant awarded to the Sandy City Fire Department, opportunities to help name the new recreation center, and a reminder to register for WaterSmart—a tool that helps you track your water usage. Sign up and enter for a chance to receive a utility credit.

Click the link below to explore the full newsletter and stay informed about the projects, programs, and initiatives shaping our community this season.

As spring arrives in Sandy, we are reminded of the promise of a new season and the momentum of “Sandy Rising.” From strengthening international partnerships to improving traffic safety near Alta High School and expanding communication through the Mayor’s Hotline and “Z Minute” updates, we remain focused on serving our community. Thank you for staying engaged and helping Sandy continue to rise.

As March brings longer days and the “luck of the Irish” spirit, the City Council continues to work on issues that matter to our residents. In this month’s newsletter, we’re sharing updates from the City Council’s FY 26-27 Budget Priorities Workshop, highlights from the February Youth Council meeting, recent safety updates, and snapshots of our Council Members out in the community. As always, we’re grateful for the opportunity to serve and thank you for staying informed and involved!

We hope to see you at our March City Council Meetings — March 3, 10, 24, and 31 — all starting at 5:15 P.M. in the City Council Chambers and online via Zoom. In the meantime, we invite you to check out our full March Newsletter and wish you a happy and healthy March!

Sandy City water customers can take control of their water use with the free WaterSmart Portal. This online tool provides real-time tracking, daily and hourly usage data, and alerts if unusual water use is detected, so you can catch leaks early and avoid costly surprises. You can also set custom water use or cost thresholds to help manage your monthly budget. The portal works on desktop and mobile web and takes only minutes to set up. Customers who enroll between March 1 and March 31 will be entered to win a $50 credit on their Sandy City utility bill, with winners announced on April 10.

Spring Bulk Waste collection begins March 23—slightly later than in previous years. With the new Trans-Jordan Waste Transfer Station now located in Sandy our crews are able to service routes more efficiently. Look for a reminder card in the mail or visit sandy.utah.gov/bulkwaste to find your collection date and review program guidelines. Remember to keep items 2 ft away from the gutter and 3 ft away from storm drains.

Sandy City will conduct a test of its Emergency Communications System on April 16, 2026, at 10 am. This test is an opportunity for residents to become familiar with how the city shares important information during emergencies. To ensure you receive timely alerts about severe weather, public safety issues, and other urgent situations, please sign up for notifications or log in to review and update your contact information. Taking a few minutes now helps ensure you and your household stay informed when it matters most.

Due to ongoing construction of the new recreation center, the glass recycling dumpster at Alta Canyon Recreation Center will be removed on Monday, April 6. Residents can continue recycling glass at the Trans-Jordan Waste Transfer Station, located at 8813 South 700 West. We appreciate your patience during construction and encourage residents to use the location to keep glass out of the landfill and support responsible recycling efforts.

Sandy’s newly rebuilt recreation center will open in January 2027, and we invite you to help shape this exciting next chapter by sharing your input on its official name. This facility is designed to serve our community for generations to come, and its name should reflect the spirit and identity of Sandy. Community feedback on several proposed names will help guide the Mayor and City Council as they consider a final recommendation. The survey is open through March 11, 2026, and takes just a few minutes to complete.

The hit Disney Channel movie is coming to Sandy from March 25-28! This is a fully staged musical starring a cast of youth ages 11-17.

High School Musical Jr. centers on the blossoming relationship between Troy, a high school jock, and Gabriella, the new smart girl at school. Their surprise decision to join the school musical is thwarted by the theater kids and well-meaning friends. Gabriella and Troy find a way to be themselves despite the pressure to stick to the status quo. Full of catchy songs and exciting dance routines, this musical explores issues of friendship, first love, and acceptance.

Because this is a youth musical starring youth, it is a great opportunity to introduce kids to the magic of live theater and to watch their peers on stage.

The 2026 Elementary School Art Show is coming up this month, featuring artwork from K-6 students in Sandy (public, private, and charter schools). The art will be on display from March 11-18 at The Shops at South Town, and winners will be announced on March 13 at 6 p.m.