Fireworks lit up the summer sky, beautiful sculptures were welded in place at Centennial Plaza, students stepped into leadership roles and ribbons were cut on projects that will shape Taylorsville for decades. From neighborhood celebrations to major infrastructure projects, 2025 was a year defined by momentum, creativity and connection across the city. 

City planning once again focused on Taylorsville’s five building block areas of Economic Development; Transportation; Public Safety; Arts, Parks and Recreation; and Community Building, as the city celebrated milestones, welcomed new amenities and continued investing in projects that strengthen quality of life for residents. 

“Some years feel full. This one felt truly remarkable,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “From new parks and major transportation progress to record attendance at our many community events, 2025 reminded me just how special our community is.” 

Following are highlights from each of the city’s five building block areas. You can also watch the 2025 Year in Review video at the end of this article or on the city’s YouTube channel, featuring photos and video clips from throughout the year. 

Arts, Parks & Recreation

Arts and recreation continued to bring residents together throughout the year, beginning with Evening of Art events that featured a variety of presenters, including nationally recognized glass artists Tom and Gayle Holdman of Holdman Studios.

The Taylorsville Arts Council produced multiple well-attended performances, including the “Menken Musical Revue,” “Once on This Island Jr.,” “Annie!” and a Barry Manilow music revue that filled Centennial Plaza with familiar favorites. Plaza +ART expanded once again, with 22 sculptures installed at Centennial Plaza, creating a free, open-air gallery that can be enjoyed day or night. The annual Taylorsville Art Show showcased nearly 100 entries, highlighting the depth of creative talent in the community. 

On the recreation side, Taylorsville celebrated major milestones with significant improvements to Taylorsville Park and the addition of the brand-new Summit Park. The grand reopening of Taylorsville Park marked completion of the first phase of dramatic renovations, including a brand-new skate park. The year also brought the grand opening of Summit Park, affectionately called “Tank Park,” featuring pickleball courts, a playground, pavilion and additional amenities. In addition, Starry Nights @ the Plaza returned for another successful summer season, bringing food trucks, live music and Friday night fun to Centennial Plaza. 

Community Building

Community events filled the calendar from January through December, beginning with a vibrant Vietnamese New Year celebration by the Vietnamese American Community of Utah. Youth engagement remained strong, as members of the Taylorsville Youth Council visited the Utah State Capitol, attended statewide leadership conferences and welcomed a new group of 20 students sworn in for the 2025–26 term. 

Thousands turned out for Taylorsville Dayzz 2025, which featured a parade, 5K, carnival, concerts, car show and fireworks. Taylorsville’s annual Cleanup Day once again collected tons of items for safe disposal with help from volunteers and the Taylorsville High football team. The city’s Farmers Market continued to grow in popularity, drawing dozens of vendors and weekly crowds to Centennial Plaza, while the city’s parade float highlighting the market earned the Days of ’47 Governor’s Award. 

Additional community highlights included the first-ever Halloween Boo Dash, a 2K where costumed participants could walk or run through Valley Regional Park, the Fall Festival at the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center, Saturday with Santa, the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, and participation in Wreaths Across America, in which 281 wreaths were laid at veterans’ graves at the Taylorsville City Cemetery. 

Economic Development

Economic growth continued across Taylorsville with new services and investments that support residents and families. The Intermountain Children’s Behavioral Health Center opened in the city, bringing expanded mental health services and a 24/7 crisis walk-in center for children and families. Taylorsville also earned designation as a Healthy Utah Community, reflecting efforts that improve community well-being while supporting economic development by attracting businesses and creating a healthier workforce. 

The year also was marked by dozens of ribbon-cutting celebrations, many in partnership with ChamberWest, highlighting the openings of new businesses both large and small. From new restaurants and retail shops to professional offices and service providers, these projects expanded local opportunities and enriched the city’s economy. 

Public Safety

Public safety remained a top priority, with Taylorsville Police Department officers and Unified Fire Authority personnel responding to calls, engaging with residents and participating in numerous community events. Night Out Against Crime again drew large crowds and featured hands-on safety activities, capped off by a helicopter landing at Centennial Plaza. 

TVPD also earned statewide and national recognition. The K-9 unit took home multiple awards at the Bradley Taylor Memorial K-9 Trials, while officers completed a 250-mile ride supporting Shield616 to raise awareness for life-saving protective gear. 

Transportation

Transportation projects made visible progress throughout the year. Construction continued on the Midvalley Express Bus Rapid Transit line, which will bring all-electric buses, dedicated lanes and improved bike and pedestrian access through Taylorsville. And significantly, work was completed at 4700 South and Bangerter Highway, bringing another freeway-style interchange to the city to improve traffic flow and safety. 

“It’s inspiring to see what we can accomplish when we work together with purpose and care,” Mayor Overson said. “Taylorsville continues to grow in ways that honor our values and strengthen our sense of community. I’m proud of what we achieved this year and excited for what’s ahead.”