Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs has appointed Blair Barfuss as chief of police in Riverton. The appointment became official on Tuesday, February 21, following ratification of the mayor’s appointment by the Riverton City Council.



“Chief Barfuss will come to Riverton with a wealth of law enforcement experience,” said Staggs. “His servant leadership style and commitment to community-oriented policing make him an ideal person to lead the Riverton Police Department.”

Riverton City and the South Valley Chamber announced the recipients of the following awards on Wednesday, February 8:

• The Apex Award
• Business Woman of the Year
• Business Man of the Year
• Business of the Year
• Excellence in Public Safety Award
• Outstanding City Employee Award
• Mayor's Service Award

To view the award recipients, visit the link at the button below.

"I can say with confidence that 2022 was one of the most consequential years in Riverton’s 158-year history. We have much to be thankful for and much to be optimistic about. It is an honor for me, as your mayor, to stand here and report on the state of our great city.

It can be easy to become discouraged about the direction government takes. Nationally, we see many examples that highlight the dysfunction of government, and of our country’s political discourse. At the local level, the government closest to the people, this is not the case. We have proven in Riverton that we can work collaboratively together, find innovative solutions to problems, and keep costs in check for our residents. Unfortunately, local government doesn’t produce the flashy headlines and public conflicts that other levels of government do, so you often don’t hear about much of our success."

Young women who are Riverton residents ages 18 to 28 are invited to participate in the Miss Riverton Scholarship Competition. Participants cannot be married. The competition process teaches young women valuable life skills such as public speaking, vocabulary, poise, strength, knowledge and voice in political and current events, and helps each candidate discover her core values. At the end of the competition, a new Miss Riverton is crowned, along with 1st and 2nd runners up. The winners each receive a scholarship.

Required Time Commitment

Orientation Meeting: Wednesday, March 22, 6 p.m.

Workshops: Saturday, April 15 and Saturday, April 22, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Rehearsals: May 17-19, 5-9:30 p.m.

Competition Day: Saturday, May 20, All Day

Those interested in participating must fill out and submit the form on the participant information page.

Come run in the Riverton Half Marathon or 4Life 5K on Saturday, March 25! You can run to win, run for fun or run to push yourself to the next level. Awards will be presented to overall winners and division winners. Medals will be given to those who finish the race.

General registration closes on February 28. General registration cost is $40 for the half and $25 for the 5K.

Cost goes up on March 1 when late registration begins, so get registered today!

Click here to join our Facebook event.

The Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC), in collaboration with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), Utah Transit Authority (UTA), Utah League of Cities and Towns (ULCT), and Utah Association of Counties (UAC), invites you to provide feedback on the Draft 2023-2050 Regional Transportation Plan.

This plan will be used as the framework for major transportation infrastructure investments, expansion and improvements until 2050 along the Wasatch Front.

Residents are encouraged to review the plan and submit comment on projects you believe would improve infrastructure in Riverton and southwest Salt Lake County.

Comments will be accepted until Sunday, February 26.

Food and water storage are important aspects of emergency preparedness, as natural disasters, power outages and other unforeseen events can disrupt the normal supply of food and water. There are things you can do today to make sure your family is prepared for the unexpected.

When it comes to food storage, it is important to choose non-perishable items that don’t require refrigeration or cooking. Canned goods, dried fruits, nuts and crackers are good options. Be sure to rotate your food supply regularly and check expiration dates. Store your food in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Water storage is equally important. Store at least one gallon of water per person per day, for at least three days. Store your water in clean, airtight containers made specifically for water storage or use clean plastic or glass containers that have not held chemicals or food. Rotate your water supply every six months to ensure freshness. Consider purchasing a water filtration system or purification tablets as a backup.

By taking the time to prepare, you can help ensure you and your family are safe and healthy during a crisis.

Due to winter weather conditions, Waste Management cancelled trash collection service on Wednesday, February 22.

For those on the schedule for trash pickup on Wednesday, February 22, Waste Management will be working to catch up Thursday through Saturday this week. If you leave your trash can out, they’ll work to get it emptied.

The following snow removal protocol and winter parking policy is in effect in Riverton:

• Between November 1 and March 1, no vehicle may be parked on city streets during a snow storm OR where snow has accumulated on road shoulders.
• As a matter of public safety, major roadways, high-traffic areas and school zones are prioritized in snow removal efforts.
• Once main roadways are clear, minor roads and cul-de-sacs are cleared if 4 inches of snow or more has accumulated.

Winter Parking Violations: For enforcement requests of the winter parking ordinance, please call RPD Non-Emergency Dispatch at 801-840-4000.

Click here to view a map identifying major arterial roads, major collector roads, school zones and snow removal sections.

Every day, Riverton City Animal Control encounters dogs, cats and other animals that have escaped or been abandoned. To keep these animals safe and taken care of, they are transported to Stone Ridge Veterinary Clinic, at 1381 Stone Ridge Lane in Riverton. While they wait to be reunited with their families, a contract between Riverton City and Stone Ridge allows the animals to be housed and well cared for.

If after five days impounded animals have gone unclaimed, they are listed as being available for adoption.