The Utah Cultural Celebration Center played host to a luncheon today that centered around the past, present, and future of Jordan River. It was well attended by members of municipalities, businesses, academics, and river enthusiasts all eager to assist in bringing forth the true potential of the Jordan River. As City Councilman and co-chair of the Blueprint Jordan River committee I was able to give some welcoming remarks as well as give a brief overview as to the progress and status of the implementation committee. The main portion of the program was the introduction of the Jordan River photographs documentary (that will be featured at various places along the river in the coming months) followed by a keynote address from Dr. Karl Haglund. Dr. Haglund has Utah roots, but is currently an Urban Planner, Author, and Historian in Boston. He has done extensive research on the Charles River in Boston and drew parallels between the two rivers. Overall it was good to have so many people coming from different backgrounds attend today's event and continue the process of making the Jordan River corridor the natural amenity that we need. Soon the Jordan River committee will submit an inter local agreement to the various municipalities for their consideration in furthering the adoption of a Jordan River Commission.
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