Author: Jordan River Commission

Staff Spotlight: Rae Robinson Vegetation Project Coordinator

Rae Robinson started in June 2023 as the Jordan River Vegetation Project Coordinator.  This is a joint position between the Jordan River Commission and the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands.  Rae comes to the position from the Kettenring Wetland Ecology and Restoration Lab at Utah State University where she worked as the lab […]

The Future of Riparian Corridor Ordinances in Utah

Introduction Weather and climate activity over the past several years has brought new focus to riparian corridors in Utah. We have witnessed extreme drought and flooding. The Jordan River Watershed, which encompasses the most urbanized region of Utah, is no stranger to this.  Many communities around the Jordan River are looking for guidance with riparian […]