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Salt Lake City is eyeing $49.3 million in a second bond tranche, which would fund more park projects.

The proposal would raise property taxes, leading to some debate.

The City Council's informal vote supports the highest bond amount with efficiency recommendations.

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's capital city reached a milestone when it opened a new open space on the west side last week .

Backman Community Open Space was partially paid for by the $24.7 million generated from the first bond tranche of an $85 million general obligation bond that Salt Lake City residents approved in 2022, as part of a plan to add or improve park spaces across the city.

While more projects from the tranche are still underway, Salt Lake City leaders are now look

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