Salt Lake County Facility Closures

After being closed for some time in order to implement best practices to curb the spread of COVID-19, the Government Center (GC) has begun a phased reopening.

The public is required to make an appointment prior to visiting the GC. Please be sure to call the specific office from which you seek services from. Not sure where you want to go? Call (385) 468-7000.

• Immunization Clinics: Closed.
• WIC: Virtual services only; call 385-468-3660 for assistance.
• Vital Records: Open only at 610 South 200 East, Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm.
• STD Clinic: Open by appointment only.
• Environmental Health: Building closed; call 385-468-3860 for assistance.
• Injury Prevention/Car Seats: Closed.
• Travel Clinic: Closed.
• Tuberculosis Clinic: Open by appointment only.

Salt Lake County Animal Services is open by appointment only. Walk-in foot traffic will not be permitted at this time in order to follow Covid-19 protocol stated by the National Animal Care & Control Association. For more info on that please visit our protocol here.
 
Returns to Owners: If someone believes their pet is at the shelter, call 385-468-7387, please leave a message, or email animal@slco.org, during normal business hours to set up an appointment. Please leave a message if the line is busy. Allow up to 48 hours for an enforcement specialist to respond.
 
Licensing: by mail or online: Have questions email animal@slco.org or leave a message at 385-468-7387. Allow up to 48 hours for a licensing specialist to respond.
 
Adoptions: Adoptions are available by appointment only, email adoptions@slco.org. Allow up to 72 hours for an adoption specialist to get back to you.
 
Fosters: If someone is interested in fostering a specific pet, please email fosters@slco.org to set up an appointment. Allow up to 72 hours for a foster specialist to respond.
 
Animal Emergencies/Incoming Stray Pets: If someone has an animal emergency or a stray/lost animal, please call Dispatch at 801-743-7000 and an Animal Control Officer will be in contact to assist you. You can also email them at animalcontrol@slco.org. Allow up to 72 hours for a response to an email. 
 
Clinic Services: You can book your clinic services here. 
 
Volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering please email animalvolunteer@slco.org for more information.
 
Donations: Here is a list of items that we always need donated, or make a monetary donation. Please email AN-Donors@slco.org for additional information.
 
The pets at Animal Services are healthy and well cared for by staff at all times. Updates will be posted on our social media channels. Visit AdoptUtahPets.org for animal related questions or information.

All Salt Lake County Senior Centers will be temporarily closed as of March 13, 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Updated as of August 4

Salt Lake County Library locations are open for appointments only 11 am-7 pm weekdays and 11 am-5 pm Friday and Saturday. Book drops are open to accept returns, Inside Express appointments are available for picking up holds and limited browsing, and all branches are offering curbside delivery of holds.

We also have extensive online resources available. The County Library's collection of digital resources gives you online access to e-books, magazines, audiobooks, language tools, online courses, homework help, and more. See a complete list of The County Library’s digital offerings here.

Here are some frequently asked questions we’d like to address:

Q: What materials are available online?
A: Explore our amazing online resources like Flipster (eMagazines), RB Digital (eBooks), Rosetta Stone (language tools), Lynda.com (online learning), and so much more, all available for FREE with your County Library card at thecountylibrary.org We are also holding online events and activities. A complete list is available through our website.

Q: Should I return my materials? Will I accrue fines or fees?
A: Yes, please return your materials. Due dates were extended until the end of June, but fines will accrue for past-due materials. Returned materials will be quarantined for a 3 day period before being checked in and backdated. 

Q: I requested materials through Interlibrary Loan – what will happen with those? 
A: We will work with other libraries to extend the loan dates for requests that were already in process. We are suspending new Interlibrary Loan (ILL) requests.

Q: I don't have a library card. Can I still access online resources? 
A: If you are a Salt Lake County resident, please fill out the online application here. After you've applied online, please call Customer Service at (801) 943-4636 to verify your information. After that, you'll be able to access the online resources.

Q: When will the branches reopen? 
A: We continue to add appointment-based services until we are fully open without limitations.

In accordance with the State’s Utah Together plan and guidance from the Salt Lake County Health Department, select recreation centers will begin opening with modified operations. Openings are determined based upon staffing, and health order directives related to amenities. Availability of our facilities is contingent upon our response to the COVID-19 health emergency. Updates will be provided as plans are finalized.

In order to ensure the safety of patrons and staff, each recreation facility will be operated under new modified operating procedures in compliance with current state health guidelines. All amenities will be subject to social distancing guidelines and dependent on the local status in the State’s plan.

Patrons are encouraged to contact our facilities to make reservations as drop-in visits will be limited and subject to availability. More information including modified operations plans and available amenities for each facility will be made available at recreation.slco.org.

Current Schedule of Openings

Monday, May 18
Playgrounds, dog parks, pickleball courts, skate parks, open fields, paths and trails will be open with social distancing requirements in cities currently in the “Yellow” status of the Utah Together plan. Restrooms in parks will be open. 

Friday, May 22
Wheeler Farm will be open with social distancing requirements in place. The Sunday Farmer’s Market will take place beginning June 7^th with modified operations.

Saturday, May 23
Pavilions and athletic fields will be open in cities currently in the “Yellow” status of the Utah Together plan. Amenities will be open for reservations. Groups are required to follow health department guidelines. Restrooms in parks will be open. 

Monday, June 1
Select recreation centers will begin opening with modified operations. Openings will be determined based upon staffing, and health order directives related to amenities. Availability of our facilities is contingent upon our response to the COVID-19 health emergency. Updates will be provided as plans are finalized. The list of recreation centers opening on this date are the following: 

County Ice Center - 5201 Murray Park Lane, Murray (385) 468-1650
Dimple Dell Recreation Center - 10670 South 1000 East, Sandy (385) 468-3355
Fairmont Aquatic Center - 1044 Sugarmont Drive, Salt Lake City (385) 468-1540
JL Sorenson Recreation Center - 5350 West Main Street, Herriman (385) 468-1340
Magna Recreation Center - 3270 South 8400 West, Magna (385) 468-1835
Millcreek Community Center- 2266 East Evergreen Avenue, Millcreek City (385) 468-1380
Northwest Recreation Center - 1255 Clark Avenue, Salt Lake City (385) 468-1305
Taylorsville Recreation Center - 4948 South 2700 West, Taylorsville (385) 468-1732

Tuesday, June 2
Salt Lake City Sports Complex - 645 South Guardsman Way, Salt Lake City (385) 468-1925

Wednesday, June 3
South Jordan Fitness and Aquatic Center - 10866 S Redwood Road, South Jordan (385) 468-1630

Wednesday, June 10
Acord Ice Center - 5353 W 3100 S, West Valley City (385) 468-1965

Wednesday, July 1
Target date to open Salt Lake County outdoor pools as well as the Draper Rec Center - 657 Vestry Road, Draper (385) 468-1800

All six County-operated golf courses are open and operating under “Yellow” health directive status. All tee-times are reservation and pre-pay only. 

We are still determining appropriate openings for our park splash pads, youth and adult sports programming, childcare, and summer camps. Thank you to our patrons for their continued patience as we work to provide our services in safe and healthy manner.

We are continuing to monitor the direction being provided by the State and County and reserve the right to modify the directions at any time to ensure we are following their guidelines. For more information please visit https://slco.org/parks-recreation/covid-updates/

County parks and trails currently remain open to the public with social distancing requirements. Visit Parks & Recreation Updates for the most recent information.

In accordance with the State’s Utah Together plan and guidance from the Salt Lake County Health Department, playgrounds, dog parks, pickleball courts, skate parks, open fields, paths and trails are now open with social distancing requirements in cities currently in the “Yellow” status of the Utah Together plan. Restrooms in parks will be open.

If you plan to visit your local park, please follow these tips to do so safely:

All County-operated golf courses are now open and operating under social distancing guidelines to protect the health of patrons and employees. Learn more about modified operations.