The Salt Lake Chamber's 2015 Public Policy Guide outlines the business community's policy priorities for the 2015 legislative session and calendar year.

1. Public Policy Guide
2015As Utah’s business leader, we stand as the voice of business, we support
our members’ success and we champion community prosperity.

2. STATEMENT ON CIVILITY
The Salt Lake Chamber believes civility must be
a guiding value in public discourse. We commit
ourselves to respectful discourse in the public square
and pledge to do our part to promote civil society.
“We invite elected officials, community leaders, members
of the media and all Utahns to join us in advancing
polite and civil discourse. I have no doubt that our public
policies will be better if we develop them with civility.”
— Lane Beattie, President and CEO, Salt Lake Chamber
The Salt Lake Chamber is a statewide chamber
of commerce representing more than 8,000
businesses, which employ more than half the
workforce of our state. We are a capital city
chamber with a statewide mission and reach. The
Chamber works as Utah’s business leader to stand
as the voice of business, support our members’
success and champion community prosperity.
More than
8,000businesses
represented
More than
500,000employees
represented
Members in
29counties
S T A N D S U P P O R T C H A M P I O N
Cover Photo: Evan Rowell
Introduction
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Business Climate,
Taxes and Regulation
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Economic Development,
Jobs and Growth
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Education, Workforce
and Health Care
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Infrastructure and
Transportation
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Natural Resources
and Environment
21
Business
Champions
24
Task Force
Membership
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3. S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Dear Fellow Utahns,
Around the country, people are asking—what is Utah’s secret to success? Once simply
a small interior western state, we now lead the national recovery as a global business
destination with unparalleled life quality.
We stand on the shoulders of past forward-thinking trailblazers who demonstrated
economic leadership. These leaders emphasized fiscal discipline, created an attractive
tax climate, and invested in a talented workforce and top-notch infrastructure.
All of this has been driven by a commitment to future community prosperity.
That is our secret to success.
Today, the economic fundamentals that powered our recovery need renewed attention
and investment to meet future growth. Clear warning signs in educational achievement
and needs in our transportation infrastructure require investment now. We must also
address our future tax structure, clean our air and continue to grow our economy as we
focus on future success.
Community prosperity is a commitment to our future. It is a commitment to our
children and grandchildren that they will inherit a stronger, safer and more prosperous
Utah. We must build upon our current economic strength recognizing that leadership is
doing more than what is expected. We will lead the Utah way.
The 2015 Public Policy Guide outlines the business community’s principles, positions
and priorities. This publication embodies our mission: to stand as the voice of business, to
support our members’ success and to champion community prosperity. The steady hand of
business leadership and collaboration with federal, state and local policymakers have
helped make Utah what it is today.
As Utah’s business leader, the Salt Lake Chamber believes now is the time to focus on
fundamentals. To invest. To go beyond the politically expedient and to do more than
what is expected. To exhibit lasting economic leadership and to prosper.
We invite you to join us in taking advantage of this opportunity.
Lane Beattie Terry Buckner
President and CEO Chair

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The Economic
Imperative for Action
Utah begins 2015 with significant economic momentum. Utah’s economy is the envy of the
nation. Job growth ranks among the top states in the country, every major industry is growing
and unemployment is at a six-year low. The business focus of Gov. Herbert and the Legislature
has propelled Utah through the Great Recession and positioned the state extremely well for
2015. Thanks to a strong economy, we now have the resources to invest in our future.
EDUCATIONWARNING SIGNS
Falling behind
Utah’s students are losing ground nationally and rank poorly among states
with similar income, parent’s education and ethnic diversity.
Source: 2009 American
Community Survey
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American
Community Survey Source: Utah Foundation, National Assessment of Educational Progress
Now more than ever, education is the surest path to
economic success. Unfortunately, we are seeing advanced
warning signs in Utah of educational achievement. Among
peer states, Utah’s test scores in math and reading for fourth
and eighth graders are at the back of the pack. Completion
rates for young adults are lower than their parents. Utah
women have lost their edge compared to national averages
in completing their college degree. And Utah’s investment
in education relative to our ability to pay has fallen from 7th
best in the country in 1995 to 31st
today. These trends will
continue at our economic peril.
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In the last decade, fewer Utah
women are completing college,
leaving them under-qualified to
lead Utah's future.
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In the last two decades, Utah has
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Source: Utah State Office of Education, Utah Governor’s
Budget Summaries. Calculations by Utah Foundation
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PercentofWomen25andOlderwithaBachelor’sDegree
Investment in education
Utah was once a leader in education investment, but now is 31st
among
states in public education spending per $1,000 of personal income.

5. Growth pressures
Utah is also a growth state. Our
population will increase 60 percent by
2050 and all of this growth requires
investment in transportation, water
and utility infrastructure. We have a
structural imbalance in how we pay
for transportation investment because
Utah’s motor fuel tax has lost nearly
50 percent of its purchasing power
since 1997. We must begin to meet the
challenges of our roads, bridges, water
lines, utility lines and public transit,
which all require investment if Utah’s
economy is going to thrive.
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State revenue growth
The consensus revenue forecast for state government in
fiscal year 2016 includes $313 million in new one-time funds
(including $112 million from the fiscal year 2014 surplus) and
$325 million in new available ongoing unrestricted General
Fund and Education Fund revenue. This sizable revenue
growth provides an opportunity for state government
to address critical investment needs in people and in
infrastructure. 2015 is a time to invest.
Investment
Investment requires sacrifice. Today we stand on the shoulders
of forward-thinking leaders who built Utah’s strong and diverse
economy. They made smart decisions like investing in the
2002 Olympic Winter Games, doubling the number of engineers
graduating from our universities, rebuilding our State Capitol,
and investing in public transit and roads. This same opportunity
to exhibit lasting economic leadership exists for today’s leaders.
And nowhere is this investment more important than in public
and higher education.
Urbanization
Utah is increasingly
becoming more urban and
is already among the most
urban states in the nation.
91%of Utah's
population lives
in urban areas
Population growth
A growing economy
requires investment
in human and
physical capital.
60%increase in
population
by 2050
Utah’s business leaders believe now is the time to invest in Utah’s future. We don’t believe
in hunkering down during the good times. We believe in investing in a prosperous future.
We call it the 2015 Opportunity for Economic Leadership.
Business knows when to invest
We must continue
our commitment
to invest in Utah’s
transportation system.
We must keep our
competitive advantage
in transportation.
2 We must maintain
an attractive tax climate.
Addressing today’s critical
needs must be met with a
concerted effort in the coming
years to modernize and
improve Utah’s tax structure.
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Following each of these guiding
principles requires leadership.
It’s easy to be an advocate for
one and neglect the others. But
that’s not leadership. Leadership
is navigating change and
creating a better tomorrow. We
have the opportunity to invest in
Utah’s future economy this year, if
we only have the will to do it.
We must make a
landmark ongoing
investment in Utah’s
future workforce. We
ignore clear education
warning signs at our
peril. We can invest now
or pay a dear price later.
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As a business community we have adopted the following guiding
principles to guide public policy decisions in 2015:
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer
Price Index, Calculations by Salt Lake Chamber
Source: Utah Governor's Office of
Management and Budget
Source: U.S. Census Bureau,
Utah Foundation
Buying power hit by inflation
Utah's future growth relies upon a
transportation infrastructure that
current funding mechanisms no
longer adequately support.
48%loss in purchasing power
of the 24.5 cent-per-
gallon motor-fuel tax

6. “The biggest burdens on
business today are complex
regulations and a cumbersome
tax code. Make business simpler
and the economy will thrive.”
Lori Chillingworth, Executive Vice President, Small Business Division, Zions Bank
Vice Chair, Salt Lake Chamber

7. BUSINESS CLIMATE, TAXES AND REGULATION STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Ingredients for success – We believe low taxes, effective regulations, top-notch
infrastructure, a talented workforce, and a well-managed and limited government create
the environment for economic success.
BUSINESS CLIMATE, TAXES AND REGULATION POLICY POSITIONS
n Tax policy – We support tax policies that strengthen Utah’s economy, and properly balance
tax simplicity, efficiency, fairness, revenue sufficiency and transparency.
n Regulation – We support regulations that encourage capital investment, remove
uncertainty, improve transparency, reduce the burden on business and protect the public
and the environment.
n No general tax increase – We oppose increases in income, sales or property taxes that are
not supported by the public. The State of Utah should ensure that transportation user fees
are increased and adjusted to preserve purchasing power to meet critical mobility needs.
n Collection of remote sales and use taxes – We support a simplified regulatory framework
under which remote sellers collect and remit taxes already owed by individual buyers to
the state. We believe Congress should enact federal legislation which provides for fairness
and certainty in the marketplace as well as ease of compliance for remote sellers. The
Chamber’s full statement of principles is available at www.slchamber.com
n Alcohol regulation – We support the regulation of alcohol, which satisfies public demand,
ensures public safety, discourages underage drinking, and supports a welcoming and
hospitable climate for tourism and business recruitment efforts.
Business Climate, Taxes
and Regulation
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Utah's tax climate
is among the top
in the nation.
Utah received the top
spot for regulations
affecting small business
in the nation.
Source: ThumbtackSource: Tax Foundation
Utah remains one
of the best states
for business with its
pro-business climate.
Source: Forbes

8. BusinessClimate,TaxesandRegulation
2015 BUSINESS CLIMATE, TAXES AND REGULATION POLICY PRIORITIES
n Comprehensive tax reform and fiscal flexibility –
Federal and state tax reform must be addressed. We
will work actively with elected leaders to find the best
process, approach and options for meaningful tax
reform, including a complete review of all existing
taxes and fees, while preserving legislative flexibility
for future appropriations.
n Regulation reform – Regulation has an important
role in our economy, creating a level playing field
for business while protecting public safety and the
environment. A modern, balanced, transparent
regulatory system gives businesses the confidence
they need to hire, invest and innovate. We support
local, state and federal regulatory reform efforts that
reduce the regulatory burden on business, remove
outdated or outmoded regulations and provide
data-driven checks and balances.
n Downtown development – We encourage policies
and investments that support downtown Salt Lake
City’s role as a vibrant and diverse residential and
business community. This includes supporting the
most efficient process, ordinances and business
regulations that encourage economic development.
n Statewide non-discrimination ordinance – We
support a standardized statewide non-discrimination
ordinance that protects against employment
and housing discrimination while guaranteeing
protections for religious liberty.
n First Amendment rights – We support policy
efforts to ensure individuals, businesses and
organizations are not restricted in exercising First
Amendment rights.
n Repeal of the Federal Medical Device Tax – Medical
device manufacturing companies play a vital role in
Utah’s innovation economy. We support the repeal of the
2.3 percent medical device excise tax on gross revenue
that was passed in the Affordable Care Act as it impedes
American innovation that creates jobs and saves lives.
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Utah’s Model for the Nation: 2011 Business Regulation Review
In 2011 under Gov. Gary R. Herbert's leadership, Utah conducted a lengthy review of regulation affecting business. Utah has been
among the top states for business for several years, and this analysis of nearly 2,000 regulations representing 99 percent of Utah’s
rules provides a proven framework for future regulation reform efforts.
The review found:
48%
of Utah’s rules
substantially
affect business.
54%
of rules did not have
clear justification for
requirements and
needed clarification.
368
changes to cut red tape,
improve efficiency,
update code and add
certainty for business.
Source: 2011 Business Regulation Review. Available at www.rules.utah.gov
Represents nearly
1,000 companies
Provides more than
27,000 jobs
These jobs paid an average
of $62,233 a year, or
146%of Utah average wages.
Source: Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED)
Utah’s life sciences industry cluster

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10. “Utah’s economy is thriving in
part because of our laser-like
focus on the economy. Our
commitment to economic
development has now given
us the opportunity to invest
in our future prosperity.”
Gov. Gary R. Herbert
State of Utah

11. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, JOBS AND GROWTH STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Free enterprise – We support America’s free enterprise system as the best way to grow the
economy, stimulate innovation and create jobs.
n Thriving community – We champion Utah’s enviable life quality and commitment to the
greater good, including support for Utah’s major arts organizations.
n Strategic partnerships – We create and sustain model partnerships with the U.S. Chamber
of Commerce, the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), Economic
Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah), World Trade Center Utah, the Downtown
Alliance, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, Utah Small Business Coalition, the David
Eccles School of Business, as well as chambers of commerce and business associations and
other like-minded entities to drive economic development.
n Utah’s future – We believe how we grow matters. Utah is facing unprecedented growth
that will affect every facet of our community, economy and quality of life. We support
the "Your Utah, Your Future," effort led by Gov. Herbert, Envision Utah and other key
stakeholders in taking a long-term integrated approach to solving the challenges
associated with growth. We invite Utahns to share their voice at www.envisionutah.org
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, JOBS AND GROWTH POLICY POSITIONS
n Lifeblood of the Utah economy – The majority of Utahns are employed by small
businesses. We support funding for programs and the development and expansion of
incubators, co-ops and business development centers that support small businesses and
entrepreneurs, specifically for women, minorities and veterans, with quantifiable results.
n Global perspective – The future growth of Utah’s exports and competitive advantages rely
on global partnerships. We support public policy that encourages open markets and the
full participation and empowerment of Utah businesses in the global marketplace. We also
support efforts to grow Utah’s export base and attract foreign investment dollars through
key partnerships, trade missions, the hosting of dignitaries and training on international
trade opening markets.
n Downtown development – A vibrant metropolitan center is an important economic engine.
In partnership with the Downtown Alliance, we support investments and policies that
reinforce downtown Salt Lake City’s position as a regional urban center for culture, commerce
and entertainment. This includes the following major projects in the Central Business District:
· 101 Tower
· 111 South Main
· Three and Three Un.commons
· Liberty at Gateway
· Broadway Park Lofts
· Hyatt House Hotel
· Courtyard by Marriott
· Air Urban Center
· The George S. and Dolores Doré
Eccles Theater
· Jessie Eccles Quinney Center for Dance
· Capitol Theatre Renovation
Economic Development,
Jobs and Growth
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3%
Utah’s job creation engine
is powering our economy
and is the envy of the
nation, averaging 3 percent
employment growth
from 2011–2014.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Utah Department of Workforce Services

12. EconomicDevelopment,JobsandGrowth
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, JOBS AND GROWTH POLICY POSITIONS (Continued)
n Building Utah’s image – Perceptions of Utah are
an important component of our economic success.
We support continued funding of Utah’s business
marketing and global branding efforts, which will
build Utah’s global brand and keep Utah“top of mind”
as a place for businesses. We oppose unproductive
“message bills”that detract from our state’s image.
n High-tech industry incentives – We support tax
incentives that enhance and grow Utah’s economy
in critical areas such as life sciences, advanced
manufacturing, software and IT development, aerospace
and defense, logistics and distribution centers, energy
development and financial services.
2015 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, JOBS AND GROWTH POLICY PRIORITIES
n Data-driven policy – We support strengthening
resources for policy makers and the public to make
informed decisions.
n Downtown Rising – We support significant public
private developments that enhance downtown’s
place as the primary location for business, creativity
and culture.
n Homeless services – We support a regional approach
for new resources and efforts to help service providers
and their clients address issues of homelessness,
panhandling and vagrancy.
n Broadband – We support a public-private approach
to expanding broadband access and infrastructure,
enhancing reliability and increasing speed so Utah
can remain a leader in economic development.
n Rural economic development – We support
rural economic development efforts and partners,
specifically in regards to advancing infrastructure and
growing export opportunities as rural communities
and businesses play a vital role in Utah’s economy.
n Unmanned systems – We support Utah’s efforts to
build its unmanned systems industry, which presents
a unique economic development opportunity to
leverage existing strengths and further diversify
our economy.
n Regional headquarters – We pledge our best efforts
to place an emphasis on attracting regional corporate
headquarters in the coming years.
n Military affairs – We work actively to strengthen the
relationships between Utah’s military and defense
communities and the broader business community,
including championing efforts to support our service
members, veterans and their families.
n Sustain USTAR – We support the mission and
continued funding of the Utah Science Technology
and Research initiative as a critical component to
continued economic growth.
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Number of Fortune 500
Companies inWestern
United States
9
2
54
4
1
0
0
91
5 0
52
4
1
5
0
0
Source: Forbes
1st Place
in technology
concentration and
economic dynamism
10%
of all companies
in Utah are
tech companies
3rd Place
of venture capital as a
percentage of worker
earnings
Source: Milken Institute and CBRE Source: National Science Board and CBRE Source: 2014 New Economic Index and CBRE

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n Innovation district – Utah’s dynamic economy requires new research and development
facilities. We will work actively over the coming years with key partners to align economic,
physical and collaboration assets to develop an innovation district in Salt Lake City. An
innovation district will further Utah’s ability to grow jobs in ways that align with disruptive
forces in the economy.
What is an innovation district?
v An area where leading-edge anchor institutions and companies cluster and connect
with start-ups, business incubators and accelerators.
v A physically compact, transit-accessible and technically-wired, mixed-use housing,
office and retail spaces.
v A distinctly urban environment that fosters ingenuity, collaboration and proximity not
found in the traditional suburban office model.

14. “Never before has the business
community been so unified in
its approach to improving Utah’s
education. We look forward to
working with the governor and
Legislature in implementing key
strategic investments to move
education forward.”
Alan Hall, Founder and Managing Director of Mercato Partners
Chair, Prosperity 2020

15. EDUCATION STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Innovation, accountability and investment – We stand with Gov. Gary R. Herbert
and the Utah Legislature in supporting a long-term plan for education. We believe the
recommendations below will return Utah to a top-10 state in overall education within the
next decade.
EDUCATION PUBLIC POLICY POSITIONS
n Funding growth – We support the funding of enrollment growth every year.
n Parental and family engagement – We support education policies that recognize the
importance of family involvement and that encourage parental participation.
2015 EDUCATION PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES
n Initiatives to improve Utah students’reading and language skills – School success and
college and career readiness begin with the ability to read at a high level of proficiency.
We must continue to focus on reading achievement, along with high standards and
accountability through rigorous assessment.
v K–3 target reading curricula and support – We support results-based funding for
expanded early intervention reading programs.
v Improving instruction – We support the development of professional learning
communities in elementary schools.
v Ready to learn – We support increased voluntary pre-school, community schools and
other innovative public-private partnerships to support school readiness and success
for at-risk students.
v Expanding voluntary full-day kindergarten – We support increasing full-day
kindergarten classes for all families.
n Initiatives to improve Utah students’math and analytical skills – Investment in
technology devices and technology-based assessments to ensure that Utah will increase
the number of residents completing college, especially STEM majors, to qualify themselves
for high-skill, high-wage jobs.
v Improve K–3 classrooms – We support innovation in the classroom through expanded
access to technology devices.
v Assessing success – We support increased technology-based math assessment tools in
grades K–8.
Education, Workforce
and Health Care
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The Salt Lake Chamber and Prosperity 2020
acknowledges and thanks the efforts of our
strategic partner, Education First, in
advocating for education excellence.
Source: U.S. Department of Education,
National Center for Education Statistics
Prosperitythrough
Education:The
five-year plan to
make Utah a top-10
state in education
Download the full plan at
www.educationfirstutah.org
4th and 8th Grade 2013
Reading Ranking (NAEP)
Goal
Top 10
4th Grade 8th Grade
22nd
13th
4th and 8th Grade 2013
Math Ranking (NAEP)
Goal
Top 10
4th Grade 8th Grade
22nd
27th

16. 2015 EDUCATION PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES (Continued)
v Superior math instruction – We support
expanded math endorsements and technology
training for teachers, as well as professional
learning communities for math teachers in
grades 4–8. We also support professional learning
communities and professional development
for math teachers in grades 9–12 and STEM
endorsements for secondary math teachers.
n Initiatives to improve Utah students’college
readiness – Districts and schools must be
accountable for improving high school graduation
rates, ensuring students are guided and advised
about class choices and post-high school options.
v Expand access to critical guidance – We support
additional middle and high school counselor and
mentor positions as well as targeted professional
development for counselors on issues related to
college access and success.
v Empower students – We support a middle and
high school advocate, academic coach and
tutor program.
n Initiatives to improve instruction in Utah’s schools –
Utah must develop and retain the most highly skilled
public school teachers and administrators while
measuring and rewarding superior instructional
performance to improve overall education outcomes.
v Quality instruction – We support improving
professional training, development and com-
pensation for Utah’s teachers. We also support
increasing instruction programs and professional
development priorities identified by Utah State
Board of Education and local school districts.
n Initiatives to increase college and postsecondary
degree completion – Utah must invest in grant
certificates and degrees to increase completion rates
and properly prepare Utah’s future workforce.
v Incentivizing success – We support instructional
performance rewards for increasing graduation
completion rates.
v Supporting students – We support access and
outreach initiatives to increase participation and
competition rates of underserved students.
v Meeting workforce needs – We support increasing
certificate and degree programs that meet high-wage,
high-demand workforce needs.
n Initiatives to increase access and affordability of higher
education – Innovative programs must direct investment
to students that are properly preparing themselves for
success in postsecondary education as they move through
certificate and degree programs in a timely manner.
v Outcome-based scholarships – We support
increased funding for the increasing demand of
scholarships that encourage students to prepare for
college academically and financially by taking a core
course of study and saving for college.
v Improve access – We support expanded and new
performance-based scholarships that specifically
support lower income students.
n Initiatives to strengthen Utah’s higher education
system – Utah’s higher education compensation must
be competitive in order to attract high-quality instructors
and researchers.
v Merit-based compensation – We support
innovations to strengthen merit-based compensation
practices and to improve instruction and research
that reward exemplary instructors and researchers for
achieving specific outcomes. We also support increased
funding to support enhanced compensation to attract
high-quality instructors and researchers.
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High School Graduation
Goal
Top 10
2012 Graduation Rate
among States
College Degrees
Goal
Top 10
2012 Degrees
Percentage among States
Bridging the Gap
If we do not act today to invest in education
and properly align our workforce, there will be an
estimated 468,000 unfilled jobs by 2020.
Jobs
unfilled468,000
Sources: Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce,
Utah Department of Workforce Services
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics,
U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-12 American Community Survey PUMS File
25th
18th

17. WORKFORCE AND HEALTH CARE STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Beehive State – We believe that supporting and
strengthening Utah's workforce enables our economy
to thrive.
n Health of Utahns – We believe a healthy workforce is neces-
sary for a productive business community. We support reform
that addresses the growing epidemic of obesity and lifestyle
induced diseases, resulting in better health for Utahns.
WORKFORCE AND HEALTH CARE POLICY POSITIONS
n Health care reform based on market principles –
We support reform that applies market principles to
contain costs and improve health. Such reform includes
increasing transparency of cost and quality, as well as
fostering competition and providing incentives for
patients, doctors, hospitals and insurers to utilize resourc-
es in ways that lead to measurably better outcomes.
n Health system reform – Health system reform is a
dynamic and critical issue. The Health System Reform
Business Bill of Rights and Responsibilities summarizes
the Chamber’s position on health system reform and it
is available at www.slchamber.com
n The Utah Compact – We support the five principles
articulated in the Utah Compact as our guiding principles
for immigration reform. The full text of the compact is
available at www.utahcompact.com
n Mandatory electronic verification – We support a national
electronic verification system for new employees that
reduces the existing regulatory burden on businesses and
includes national visa reform. We oppose revocation of
business licenses as a penalty for non-compliance.
2015 WORKFORCE AND HEALTH CARE POLICY PRIORITIES
n Workforce alignment – We support innovative efforts
to strategically align the private and public sectors to
attract and train a skilled and talented workforce.
n Supporting and hiring our veterans – We support
the reintegration of America’s service men and women
back into our workforce through entrepreneurial
opportunities for veterans.
n Healthy Utah – We support the Governor’s Healthy
Utah proposal as an alternative to Medicaid expansion
that recognizes the necessity of balancing the financial
resources of the state with the needs of Utahns. Our
community is stronger when we provide access to health
coverage for the poorest among us. This measured
approach must include efforts to apply market principles,
such as utilizing Medicaid dollars through the employer
market or a health insurance exchange.
n Autism treatment – Autism spectrum disorders impact
all Utahns. We support informed action that helps
address this very real problem. The cost of addressing
these disorders should be shared by all Utahns and
should not be financed through an insurance mandate.
n Directly engage employers – We support continued
and enhanced employer engagement in health care
spending to control costs and increase quality. We will
also continue to improve the Employer’s Toolbox,
which has become a vital resource for employers,
at www.slchamber.com
n Avenue H – We support Utah’s small business health
insurance marketplace as a significant option for meeting
employer and employee needs for health insurance.
n Action on immigration – Immigration is a federal issue.
We call on our federal delegation to fix America’s broken
immigration system and advance broad immigration reform
that is consistent with the principles of the Utah Compact.
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Source: Kaiser Family Foundation
Lowest health care
costs in the nation
#1

18. “Investment in our transportation
infrastructure matters. Substantive
action this year to address the needs
of the Unified Transportation Plan is
critical and will have a lasting impact
on our future economic success.”
David R. Golden, Executive Vice President, Wells Fargo
Chair, Utah Transportation Coalition

19. INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Economic prosperity – We believe that a safe and efficient transportation system, modern
energy infrastructure and reliable supply of water are integral parts of the foundation for
economic growth and improved life quality. As the state population is expected to increase
60 percent by 2040, we must ensure that our state’s infrastructure will be able to keep pace
with population growth.
n Core function of government – We believe that the creation and maintenance of
infrastructure is a core responsibility of the government. Utah’s elected and appointed
officials exhibit economic leadership through their continued commitment to
infrastructure investment.
n Technological innovation – We embrace technological advances and design innovations
that enhance the efficiency and safety of our infrastructure, expand their scope, improve
user satisfaction and protect Utah’s air quality.
n Disciplined planning and investment – We believe because Utah has limited resources
and robust growth, long-term planning and disciplined investment are required to meet
our infrastructure needs.
INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION POLICY POSITIONS
n Utah’s Unified Transportation Plan – This consensus plan is a model for the nation and is
our guiding vision for transportation planning and investments.
n User fees – Users should bear the primary responsibility for funding Utah’s infrastructure.
Infrastructure and
Transportation
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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The UtahTransportation Coalition is
a group of business and civic leaders
working together to protect Utah's
environment, improve the economy
and preserve our quality of life through
strategic transportation investments. Learn
more at www.UtahTransportation.org
Return on Investment
For every $1.00 spent on Utah's
UnifiedTransportation Plan, an
estimated $1.94 is returned to
the state in value.
$1.94 Returned
$1.00 Spent
Source: Economic Development
Research Group, Inc
Impact ofTransportation Capacity
No New Projects After 1995 Finish Current Projects Only
Past investments in transportation have paid major dividends for our
economy. If we do not continue to invest, we face a significant
increase in future congestion, increased costs and
ultimately a deteriorating business climate and
quality of life.
Source: Utah Department of Transportation
TotalHoursofDelayPerDay
1,200,000-
1,000,000-
800,000-
600,000-
400,000-
200,000-
0-
1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040
Implement 2040 Unified Plan

20. InfrastructureandTransportation
2015 POLICY PRIORITIES: TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
n Comprehensive transportation funding action –
We support a comprehensive transportation funding
package that significantly addresses the funding
gap identified in Utah’s Unified Transportation Plan.
Specifically, user fees for transportation should be
increased and reformed in innovative ways to regain
and preserve purchasing power.
n Meeting local transportation needs – Utah’s local
roads are in critical need of maintenance. We support
proposals as part of a comprehensive transportation
funding package that meet this need, enhance
overall transportation spending and address
local road investments identified in Utah’s Unified
Transportation Plan.
n Investments in transit – Utah’s transit system
is among the nation’s best when compared
to communities of similar size. We support
continued investments in public transit as part of
a comprehensive transportation funding package
to address growth and improve our air quality as
identified in Utah’s Unified Transportation Plan.
n Federal transportation funding – We support
a sustainable, long-term solution to the federal
transportation program that provides stable and
predictable federal investment in Utah’s highways,
public transportation and highway safety.
n Downtown mobility and active transportation – We
support future projects, such as a downtown streetcar
and a direct TRAX connection between the airport and
the University of Utah through downtown. We also
support the thoughtful redesign of downtown wayfinding,
additional expansion of the GREENbike | SLC Bike Share
program and other active transportation investments.
n Mountain transportation system – We support the
Mountain Accord effort to explore transportation options
in the Wasatch Mountains that increase accessibility,
are a net-positive for the environment, encourage
transit, enhance Utah’s global brand, and pass a rigorous
environmental and local process.
n Grand Boulevards – Great cities have great boulevards.
We support improvements to revitalize the main arteries
in and out of Utah’s capital city that enhance safety and
improve the perception of our state.
n Airport rebuild – We support the $1.8 billion Salt Lake
International Airport terminal redevelopment that will be
funded without any increases in taxes or state funds.
Utah businesses should receive priority in the
development of this project.
n Improving safety – Employers understand that failing
to buckle up harms others on Utah’s roads. We support
a primary seat belt law that will protect operators and
passengers in vehicles.
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Utah’s Motor FuelTax Has Not
Increased Since 1997
24.5¢
24.5¢
$117,600
163.4
$4.50
$169,000
286.9
$9.25
0%Increase
44%Increase
175%Increase
205%Increase
1997 1997 1997 19972013 2013 2013 2013
Motor
FuelTax
Median
Home Price
UDOT Const.
Index
Movie
Ticket
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic and Business Research,
Utah Department of Transportation, calculations by Salt Lake Chamber
Source: Utah Department of Transportation.
O
Preservation
$1
Reconstruction
$10
Rehabilitation
$6
5 10 15
Years
Very
Poor
RoadCondition/
MaintenanceCost
Very
Good
20 25 30
Financial Case for Highway Maintenance

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2015 POLICY PRIORITIES: WATER INFRASTRUCTURE
n State water strategy – We support the development
of a comprehensive state water strategy to identify how
to continue the legacy of meeting our long-term water
needs, protect our current water resources and make
disciplined investments. This includes a thorough
discussion with all stakeholders about the advantages and
disadvantages of how we pay the future investments in
water infrastructure and how best to utilize user fees.
2015 POLICY PRIORITIES: ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE
n Accessing energy in the Uinta Basin – Investment
and development of Utah’s Uinta Basin requires
improvements to the area’s transportation and energy
infrastructure. We support investments in the Uinta Basin
that increases accessibility, improves safety, protects the
environment and responds to rural needs.
n Energy infrastructure – Abundant, affordable energy
contributes directly to our quality of life and strengthens
our economy. We support efforts to expand and modernize
Utah’s energy infrastructure to take full advantage of
existing and new sources of energy and prepare for Utah’s
future growth. Additionally, rate setting should acknowledge
the full cost of our energy infrastructure and distribution.
STAGE 1: JULY 2014
Preconstruction: $3.5 Million
STAGE 2: JANUARY 2016
Preconstruction: $8.8 Million
South Parking: $20 Million
Rental Facilities: $61 Million
Central Plant: $17 Million
STAGE 4: JUNE 2022
Apron/Paving: $47 Million
Demolition: $93 Million
S. Concourse East: $169 Million
PROJECT TOTAL: $1.78 BILLION
STAGE 3: MAY 2019
Central Plant: $50 Million
Roadway: $48 Million
S. Concourse West: $270 Million
Terminal/Gateway: $410 Million
Parking Garage: $168 Million
$0
Monthly Expenditures ($ millions)
$10 $20 $30 $40
2014
2015
2016
2018
2019
2020
2021
2017
2022
STAGE1STAGE2STAGE3STAGE4
STAGE 1: JULY 2014
Preconstruction: $3.5 Million
STAGE 2: JANUARY 2016
Preconstruction: $8.8 Million
South Parking: $20 Million
Rental Facilities: $61 Million
Central Plant: $17 Million
STAGE 4: JUNE 2022
Apron/Paving: $47 Million
Demolition: $93 Million
S. Concourse East: $169 Million
PROJECT TOTAL: $1.78 BILLION
STAGE 3: MAY 2019
Central Plant: $50 Million
Roadway: $48 Million
S. Concourse West: $270 Million
Terminal/Gateway: $410 Million
Parking Garage: $168 Million
$0
Monthly Expenditures ($ millions)
$10 $20 $30 $40
2014
2015
2016
2018
2019
2020
2021
2017
2022
STAGE1STAGE2STAGE3STAGE4
Airport CompletionTimeline
Source: Salt Lake International Airport and CBRE

22. “Utah’s natural environment is
truly an asset. We must make
every effort to preserve and
enhance that asset, while also
strengthening our business
climate and quality of life.”
Richard Walje, President and CEO of Gateway Projects, PacifiCorp
Public Policy Chair, Salt Lake Chamber

23. NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
n Balance economic interests – We champion Utah’s spectacular natural environment as a
legacy passed to us from preceding generations. It provides recreational opportunities and
natural beauty that attracts great companies and employees. Our natural resources also
keep our communities strong and are an essential part of many business processes. We
must thoughtfully approach how we appropriately balance these economic interests.
n Responsible development – We believe the responsible development, management and
use of natural resources are a key driver and strength of Utah’s economy. These essential
resources ensure access to a high standard of living and quality of life, create jobs and
provide a solid foundation for broader economic strength.
n Private sector solutions – We champion voluntary private sector initiatives to promote
efficiency, sustainability and stewardship to improve our spectacular natural environment.
n Personal responsibility – We recognize that businesses, citizens and government share
the same natural environment. As Utah continues to grow, we must all commit to clean our
air, conserve more water, promote responsible development and preserve first-rate access
to Utah’s great outdoor recreation assets
NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT POLICY POSITIONS
n Greenhouse gas – Global warming requires global solutions. Any proposed federal
regulation of greenhouse gases must be designed to prevent the transfer of economic
wealth from Utah to other states or nations, minimize economic hardship on businesses
and consumers, and allow for alternative means of compliance.
n Nuclear – We support development of nuclear power if economically viable, including
the assessment of economic risks and a policy for safely storing or reprocessing locally
produced spent fuel.
n Federal Air Quality Standards Compliance – We must carefully address air quality
issues while minimizing the cost to business. Utah must meet current federal air quality
standards. Without action, we may lose federal highway funding, garner additional
regulatory burdens, and impair economic development and corporate recruitment. We
remain actively engaged and supportive of the PM2.5 State Implementation Plan, and
support the Tier 3 Vehicle Emissions and Fuel Standards Program.
n Economic development – Our air quality and water supply have lasting implications on
our state’s ability to retain and attract new businesses and employees. We view efforts to
clean Utah’s air and judiciously utilize and wisely develop our water resources through
the lens of economic development.
Natural Resources
and Environment
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Energy & Minerals
Water
CleanAir
Outdo
or Recreation & To
urism
Natural
Resource
Business
Council

24. NaturalResourcesandEnvironment
NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT POLICY POSITIONS (Continued)
n National and state parks – Utah’s national and
state parks attract millions of visitors annually and
contribute to the economies of both urban and rural
Utah. We support policy to enhance and promote
these precious natural resources.
n Public lands – Utah has vast public lands set aside
to benefit future generations. We support efforts to
responsibly manage Utah’s public lands and properly
balance development and conservation. These efforts
should be inclusive of all stakeholders and the public.
2015 CLEAN AIR POLICY PRIORITIES
n Providing transportation options – Mobile
emissions are a significant contributor to Utah’s
air quality challenges. We support increased
transportation funding to improve our transit system,
active transportation and last mile options to reduce
mobile emissions and eliminate idling on Utah’s
roadways. We also invite members of the public to
show their support at www.choices4cleanair.com
n Cleaner vehicles and fuels – We support efforts to
promote Tier 3 Vehicle Emissions and Fuel Standards
Program, other alternative fuels and low-emission
vehicles on Utah’s roads. We also support incentives
to convert state, commercial and private sector fleets
to cleaner vehicles, as well as the necessary fuel and
support infrastructure for low emissions vehicles.
n Public awareness and research – We support efforts
to help Utah residents better understand the causes
and effects of poor air, including funding research and
promoting voluntary actions to improve air quality.
n Small business focus – We support incentives that
facilitate small business participation in emission
reductions and minimize costs incurred as a result of
further regulations.
The Salt Lake Chamber has launched a private sector-
led Inversion Mitigation Campaign, which in 2013 had
68 companies participate, representing nearly 70,000
employees. In partnership with UCAIR, the program asks
companies to commit to doing more during the inversion
season to improve air quality and is a model of voluntary
practices. Learn more at www.cleanairchampion.com
2015 ENERGY AND MINERALS DEVELOPMENT POLICY PRIORITIES
n Energy and mineral development – Utah’s vast
and diverse energy and mineral resources ensure
access to reasonably priced energy while creating
jobs, supporting rural economic development and
providing a solid foundation for broader economic
strength. We support policies that encourage and
facilitate appropriate energy and mineral
production, and that preserve and strengthen
Utah’s competitive advantages.
n Energy efficiency – We will champion efforts to
engage and educate businesses on energy efficiency
and cost-effective energy options in partnership with
the Governor’s Office of Energy Development and the
wattsmart® program.
n Public awareness and research – We support efforts
to help Utah residents better understand the impact
of energy and minerals on our economy, including
funding improved research to promote innovation
and efficiencies.
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Utah’s Energy
Competitive Advantage
11th
lowest
Utah had the 11th
lowest average
electricity prices in
the nation in 2013.
Sources: Energy Information Administration (EIA)

25. 2015 OUTDOOR RECREATION AND TOURISM POLICY PRIORITIES
n Outdoor and tourism industry – We support
fostering accelerated growth in the outdoor recreation
and tourism sectors of our economy in collaboration
with the Office of Outdoor Recreation, Office of Global
Branding, Tourism and Film located in the Governor’s
Office of Economic Development (GOED), the Economic
Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) and other
key partners.
n “Rourism”– We support the state’s effort to grow rural
economies through enhanced recreation and tourism—
a concept called "rourism." We also support efforts to
promote improved outdoor recreation infrastructure
and opportunities throughout Utah.
n Accommodating visitors – We support policies that
promote the growth of our state’s convention industries,
and that create a more welcoming and inclusive
nightlife experience for locals and visitors alike.
n Life Elevated®
– Utah is competing on a global stage for
tourism, business and investment. We support additional
funding to promote Utah’s natural beauty to attract
tourism and businesses. We also support long-term efforts
and commitments to expand Utah’s tourism marketing,
including the Tourism Marketing Performance Fund (TMPF).
2015 WATER POLICY PRIORITIES
n Water conservation – We support continued efforts in
promoting water conservation. We strongly promote
best practices and innovation in water utilization for
businesses through the“Utah | Water is Your Business”
and“Slow the Flow”initiatives.
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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88% of Utahns agree
that outdoor recreation
is very important
to them.
Source: Utah Office of Outdoor
Recreation
$12.00-
$10.00-
$8.00-
$6.00-
$4.00-
$2.00-
0-
0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000
Pricepergallon
Gallons
Denver
Las Vegas
Tuscon
Phoenix
Salt Lake City
St. George
Ogden
Boise
Water Rates of SelectedWestern Cities. Summer Rate Schedule
Source: Utah Foundation
88%

26. S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Business Champions
As a statewide chamber with members in each of Utah’s 29 counties, we are committed
to standing as the voice of business, supporting our members’success and championing
community prosperity. The Salt Lake Chamber honors legislators who support a pro-
economy and pro-business agenda with the title of“Business Champion.” During the
legislative session, the Salt Lake Chamber Executive Board will designate top priorities of
the business community within this Policy Guide and other critical issues that arise to be
considered on the legislative floor as“priority votes.” The designation of Business Champion
is directly tied to a legislator’s voting record on priority votes issued that receive a floor vote
in the Senate and the House.
Senate
27/29 (93%)
House
67/75 (91%)
We deeply appreciate the tireless efforts of
Utah's Legislature in making Utah the best
state for business. We want to recognize the
2014 Business Champions that represented
over 90 percent of the Legislature.
“Our business community is organized, united and ready to work with our elected officials.
We have a very pro-business governor and Legislature. That combination is rare, and it
is the primary reason our economy is performing as well as it has.”
Lane Beattie, former Utah State Senate President and current President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber
“We are going to
be crusaders about
Utah’s future.
We must leave our
state better than
we found it.”
Speaker Greg Hughes, Utah
House of Representatives
“Utah has critical
needs that we
must act on today.
Leadership requires
we make hard
decisions that
benefit generations
for years to come.”
President Wayne Niederhauser,
Utah State Senate

27. S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Task Force Membership
As the voice of business, the Salt Lake Chamber develops
policies and positions, and champions and advocates
on major issues affecting Utah businesses. Key to
this effort is the work of policy-related committees,
subcommittees, task forces, and councils involving
more than 850 representatives of member corporations,
organizations, and the academic community who serve
voluntarily. In almost every instance, significant policy
and public issue positions originate with one of these
Chamber components. Participation on a committee by
a member is not explicit support for any one position.
Utah Economic Council
Public Co-Chair: Juliette Tennert,
Governor’s Office of Management
and Budget
Private Co-Chair: Natalie Gochnour,
Salt Lake Chamber
Kjersten Adams, Cicero Group
Chris Bray, Utah Nonprofits Association
Wes Curtis , Southern Utah University
Richard W. Evans, Brigham Young
University
John Gilbert, Utah State University
Leslee Katayama, Utah Tax Commission
Stephen Kroes, Utah Foundation
Doug MacDonald, EconoWest
Thomas N. Maloney, University of Utah
Kelly Mathews, Wells Fargo, Retired
Carrie Mayne, Utah Department of
Workforce Services
Darin Mellott, CBRE
Alan Westenskow, Zions Bank
Public Finance
Jim Wood, Bureau of Economic and
Business Research
The Economic Club of Utah
President: Mark Knold, Utah Department
of Workforce Services
Vice President: Phil Dean, Governor’s
Office of Management and Budget
Secretary: Nick Thiriot, Bureau of Economic
and Business Research
Treasurer: Colleen Huber, David Eccles
School of Business
Membership Chair: Michelle Beebe,
Utah Department of Workforce Services
Programs and Events Chair: Brigham
Mellor, Salt Lake County
Young Leaders Chair: Michael Merrill,
Salt Lake Chamber
The Salt Lake Chamber shares a strategic
partnership with the Utah Economic
Council and Economic Club of Utah to
promote economic research, data and
analysis important to the success of the
Utah economy.
Downtown Alliance
Downtown Alliance Leaders
President and CEO: Lane Beattie, Salt
Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance
Chair: John Dahlstrom, Wasatch Properties
Incoming Chair: Linda Wardell, City
Creek Center
Past Chair: Peggy Lander
Executive Director: Jason Mathis,
Downtown Alliance
Downtown Alliance Board of Trustees:
Christy Alter, Goldman, Sachs & Co.Bruce
Bingham, Hamilton Partners
Jake Boyer, The Boyer Company
Kent Gibson, Capstone Property
Management
Kay Hall, Zions Bank
Molly Mazzolini, Infinite Scale
Jim Olson, Utah Jazz
Gary Porter, The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints
Vasilios Priskos, InterNet Properties
Ex-Officio Board Members:
Mayor Ralph Becker, Salt Lake City
Mayor Ben McAdams, Salt Lake County
Council Member Luke Garrott, Salt
Lake City Council
D.J. Baxter, Redevelopment Agency of
Salt Lake City
Scott Beck, Visit Salt Lake
Babs De lay, Downtown Merchants
Association
Small Business Committee
Chair: Kelly R. Harris, Harris Financial Utah
James Andrus, Piercy Bowler Taylor & Kern
Larry Bontempo, ES Media
Dale Campbell, R&O Construction
Company
Taylor Cotterell, NaviTrust
Valerie Curry, Argosy University
Mike Gibbons, Wadsworth Development
Group
Ingolf de Jong, GENCOMM
Tricia Kritzberg, Kritzberg Consulting
Todd McLachlan, Commerce Real Estate
Solutions
Jon Nepstad, Fehr & Peers
Bobby Peede, United States Audio
Visual, LLC
Chuck Penna, Penna Powers
Joe Reidling, Critical Power Exchange
Ryan Snow, NOVAS Business Advisors
Bryan Washburn, Cambridge
Financial Center
John Webster, XMission Business Internet
Mike Wright, Excellent Training
Policy-related committees, subcommittees,
task forces and councils have three basic policy
responsibilities:
n Identify current and emerging problems.
n Develop policies and positions on issues
to recommend to the Salt Lake Chamber
Executive Board.
n Provide support on policy analysis and
communication efforts.
Members also help generate membership and
support for specific initiatives such as Prosperity
2020, Utah Transportation Coalition, Clean Air
Champions, Clear the Air Challenge and the
annual legislative reception.

28. TaskForceMembership
World Trade Center Utah Board of Directors
Founding Members:
President & CEO: Derek Miller, World
Trade Center Utah
Chair: Scott Anderson, Zions Bank
Lane Beattie, Salt Lake Chamber
Alex Dunn, Vivint
Christian Gardner, Gardner Co.
David Huntsman, Huntsman Corporation
Ron Jibson, Questar Corporation
Jacob Kingston, Washakie Renewable
Energy
Executive Secretary Dean Luikart,
Wells Fargo
Greg Miller, LHM Management Corp
Darin Parker, PMI
Public Sector:
Stuart Adams, Utah Senate
Rob Behunin, Utah State University
Jeff Edwards, EDCUtahNatalie Gochnour,
University of Utah
Val Hale, Governor's Office of Economic
Development (GOED)
Eric Hutchings, Utah House of
Representatives
Mark Madsen, Utah Senate
Brad Wilson, Utah House of
Representatives
Private Sector:
Vice-Chair: Lew Cramer, Coldwell Banker
Mark Bouchard, CBRE
Jason Combes, Rio Tinto
Larry Coughlin, Boeing
Mark Garfield, Zions BankTerry Grant,
Key Bank
Bruce Larson, Goldman Sachs
Richard Nelson, Utah Technology Council
Steve Price, Price Realty Group
Paul Savage, Kirton McConkie
David Utrilla, US Translation Company
Prosperity 2020
Founders Council:
Chair: Alan Hall, Tempus Global Data
Vice-Chair: Keith Buswell, Wadman
Corporation
Scott A. Anderson, Zions Bank
Lane Beattie, Salt Lake Chamber
Philip Cofield, Junior Achievement
of Utah, Inc.
Rebecca Dutson, United Way of Salt Lake
Jeff Edwards, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Val Hale, Governor's Office of Economic
Development (GOED)
Steve Kroes, Utah Foundation
Derek Miller, World Trade Center Utah
Richard Nelson, Utah Technology Council
Gov. Olene Walker
Prosperity 2020 Business Executives:
Jeff Alexander, Alexander's
Bruce Bingham, Hamilton Partners
Mark Bouchard, CBRE
Jake Boyer, The Boyer Company
Roger Boyer, The Boyer Company
Lonnie Bullard, Jacobsen Construction
Company
Mona Burton, Holland & Hart
Adam Chase , Chase Marketing Group
Wilford Clyde, Clyde Companies
Lew Cramer, Coldwell Banker Commercial
Jeffery Edwards, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Rick Folkerson, Ken Garff Automotive
Group
Kem Gardner, Gardner Company
David Golden, Wells Fargo
Dan Harbeke, Union Pacific Railroad
Carol Hunter
Ron Jibson, Questar Corporation
Nolan Karras, Investment Management
Research
David Lang, Goldman, Sachs & Co.
Charlie Lansche, Fidelity Investments
David Layton, Layton Construction
Company
Stan Lockhart, IM Flash Technologies
Daniel Lofgren, Cowboy Partners
Thomas Love, Love Communications
Brent Low, MediaOne of Utah
Deborah Lux, ATK
Robert S. Marquardt, Management &
Training Corporation (MTC)
Rich McKeown, Leavitt Partners
Andrea Moss, Zions Bank
Jeffery Nelson, Nelson Labs
Scott Parson, Staker Parson
Ray Pickup, WCF
Greg Reid, SelectHealth
Patricia Richards, SelectHealth
Charles Sorenson, Intermountain
Healthcare
Bert Zimmerli, Intermountain Healthcare
Chamber Support:
Brigham City Area Chamber
Cedar City Area Chamber
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce
Moab Area Chamber of Commerce
Murray Area Chamber of Commerce
Ogden/Weber Chamber
Park City Chamber
Richfield Area Chamber
Salt Lake County Business Alliance
Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce
South Jordan Chamber of Commerce
South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce
Southwest Valley Chamber
St. George Area Chamber of Commerce
Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce
Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce
Wayne County Business Association
West Jordan Chamber of Commerce
Education Policy Advisors:
Richard Kendell
Gary Carlston
The Salt Lake Chamber and
Prosperity 2020 acknowledge and
thank the efforts of our strategic
partner, Education First, in advocating
for education excellence.
Health System Reform Task Force
Co-Chair: Marc Bennett, Healthinsight
Co-Chair: Andrew Croshaw,
Leavitt Partners
Ron Andus, McKesson Pharmacuetical
Verna Askwig, Wadsworth
Development Group
Bill Barnes, Intermountain Healthcare
Former Lt. Governor Gregory Bell,
UHA, Utah Hospitals & Health
Systems Association
William (Bill) Biddle, BC Technical, Inc.
Doug Boudreaux, MountainStar - HCA
Mountain Division
Terry Buckner, The Buckner Company
Brook Carlislie, ACS CAN
David J. Castleton, Ray Quinney & Nebeker
Bill Crim, United Way of Salt Lake
Jennifer Danielson, Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Utah
Chris DeLaMare, Gold Cross Services
Mara Dykstra, University of Utah
Hospitals and Clinics
Lynda England, Healthinsight
David Entwistle, University of Utah
Hospitals and Clinics
Michel Erdmann, RBM Building
Services Inc.
Raymond J. Etcheverry, Parsons
Behle & Latimer
Elizabeth Garbe, United Way of Salt Lake
Christian Gardner, Gardner Company
Jerianne Gerloff, Pfizer Inc.
Paul Glauser, Staker Parson Companies
Natalie Gochnour, University of Utah
John Hanshaw, MountainStar - HCA
Mountain Division
Kelly R. Harris, Harris Financial Utah
Michael Hawkins, Interim Healthcare
Tim Homer, Wasatch Electric
Scott Hymas, RC Willey Home Furnishings
Lynda F. Jeppesen, Larry H. Miller Group
of Companies
Sean Jolley, Humana
Erin Laney, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Gary Larcenaire, Valley Behavioral Health
Catherine M. Larson, Strong & Hanni
Eric Leavitt, Leavitt Group
Chet Loftis, Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Utah
Tim Loftis, Med One Capital
James McDougal, Light Touch Medical
Aesthetics
Rich McKeown, Leavitt Partners
Janet Metcalf, The Buckner Company
Kaye Mickelson, City of Salt Lake
Stephan Micklos, Merrill Lynch
Donna Milavetz, OnSite Care
Michael J. Miller, Strong & Hanni
Doug Moody, Solution Services, Inc.
Bill Moreton, Moreton & Company
Dr. Sean Mulvihill, University of Utah
Jon Murray, Humana
Meredith Nickle, Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
Jessica Palfreyman, Leavitt Partners
Ray Pickup, WCF
Kevin Pinegar, Durham Jones &
Pinegar, P.C.
Greg Poulsen, Intermountain Healthcare
Brandon Rawlins, Jones Lang LaSalle
Chris Redgrave, Zions Bank
Rachel Reimann, SelectHealth
Dana Smith, Dental Select
Nick Standiford, North American Recovery
Mark Stimpson, Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Utah
Jill Taylor, KeyBank of Utah
Juliette Tennert, Governor's Office of
Planning & Budget
Kimball Thomson, BIOUTAH
Norman Thurston, Utah Department
of Health
Steven Tyler, Holland & Hart
Dr. Rachot Vacharothone, After Hours
Medical Company
Brooke Venemon, Utah Transit Authority
Mark Ward, University of Utah
Nathan Wickizer, Cache Valley Electric
Company
JaeLynn Williams, 3M Health Information
Systems
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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29. S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Immigration Task Force
Chair: Timothy Wheelwright, Durham
Jones & Pinegar, P.C.
Brian Alegre, Granite Construction
Company
Jeff Alexander, Alexander's
Michael Arrett, Vantage Title Insurance
Agency, LLC
Brian Bethers, 1-800-Contacts
Todd Bingham, Utah Manufacturers
Association
Melanie Bowen, Office of Senator Orrin G.
Hatch
Jake Boyer, Boyer Company, The
Mark Brennan, Ames Construction
Lonnie Bullard, Jacobsen Construction
Company
Diego Carroll, Parsons Brinckerhoff
Jessica Christopher, Senator Mike Lee
Wilford Clyde, Clyde Companies
Mark Compton, Utah Mining Association
Clint Ensign, Sinclair Companies
Elizabeth Garbe, United Way of Salt Lake
Sharon Garn, Office of Senator Orrin G.
Hatch
Terry Grant, Wells Fargo
Tom Guinney, Gastronomy
Val Hale, Governor's Office of Economic
Development (GOED)
Tyler Harvey, Wells Fargo
Chris Hipwell, ABC-Associated
Builders and Contractors, Inc.
Clark Ivory, Ivory Homes
Mary Ivory, Ivory Homes
Sen. Scott Jenkins, Utah State Senate
Jonathan Johnson, Overstock.com
Jason Keith, Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
Jason Mathis, Downtown Alliance
Roger McConkie, Prince Yeates
Lynn McMurray, Kirton McConkie
Guy Mewburn, American Guys Asset
Management Consultants
Doug Moody, Solution Services, Inc.
David Nixon, Jones Lang LaSalleBrett
Okland, Okland Construction Company
Scott Parson, Staker Parson Companies
Ray Pickup, WCF
Stan Rasmussen, Sutherland Institute
Alan Rindlisbacher, Layton Construction
Company
Rebecca Sanchez, Salt Lake County
Mayor's Office
Jennifer Somers, Office of Congressman
Rob Bishop, First District of Utah
Paul Torres, Manuel's Fine Foods
Roger Tsai, Holland & Hart
Steven Tyler, Holland & Hart
Jon Warburton, After Hours Medical
Company
Utah Transportation Coalition Membership
Executive Committee:
Chair: David Golden, Wells Fargo
Kyle Adams, Delta Air Lines
Abby Albrecht, Granite Construction
Company
Doug Anderson, Redmond Minerals
Larry Anderson, Redmond Minerals
Todd Beutler, Utah Urban Rural Specialized
Transportation Association
Bob Bonar, Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort
Shannon Bond, Parsons Brinckerhoff
Paul Campbell, Wheeler Machinery Co.
Ron Clegg, Parsons Brinckerhoff
Wilford Clyde, Clyde Companies
Brent Jensen, HDR Engineering, Inc.
Newel Jensen, Parsons Brinckerhoff
Shauna Kane, Delta Air Lines
Cheri McCurdy, Uintah Transportation
Special Service District
Bryan Olsen, WCF
Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson Companies
John Pfisterer, Komatsu Equipment Co.
Kyle Phillips, Herzog Contracting Corp
Michael Seare, Kiewit Infrastructure
West Co.
Dave L. Smith, Penna Powers
Brad Sweet, Granite Construction Company
John Tripi, Ames Construction, Inc.
Con Wadsworth, Ralph L. Wadsworth
Construction
Zachary Wester, Blulng (Blu.)
Strategic Members:
Clayton Gilliland, Stacy and Witbeck, Inc.
Richard Miller, PARSONS
Supporting Members:
Clint Ensign, Sinclair Companies
Michael King, Wilson & Company, Inc.,
Engineers & Architects
Michael Lasko, CH2M HILL
Coalition Members:
Mike Alter, Kilgore Companies
Alene Bentley, Rocky Mountain Power
Linnea Bentz, Humana
Marty Biljanic, Wadsworth Development
Group
Allen Clemons, Hughes General
Contractors, Inc.
Peter Corroon, Ninigret Group
Mark Droubay, Double D. Distribution
Dan England, CR England - Global
Transportation
TJ England, CR England - Global
Transportation
Mark Green, M.C. Green & Sons, Inc. General
Contractors
Jeffrey Guy, Ash Grove Cement Company
Chris Hipwell, ABC-Associated Builders and
Contractors, Inc.
Sydne Jacques, Jacques and Associates
Jason Kilgore, Kilgore Companies
Allison Milne, Cache Valley Electric
Company
Heather Morley, Morgan Asphalt
Jon Nelson, Harris Rebar
Jon Nepstad, Fehr & Peers
Ken Nunley, Utelite Corporation
Mardi Pearson, Fehr & Peers Associates
Andy Powell, URS Corporation
Tyler Robirds, H W Lochner, Inc.
Brent Toller, Western Coating, Inc.
Wick Udy, Jones Lang LaSalle
Nathan Wickizer, Cache Valley
Electric Company
Michael Worrall, J.U.B. Engineers, Inc.
Alliance Members:
Kordel Braley, Institute of Transportation
Engineers - Utah Chapter
Richard Clasby, Utah Trucking Association
Chris DeHerrera, ABC-Associated Builders
and Contractors, Inc.
Lee Peacock, Utah Petroleum Association
Helen Peters, WTS-Northern Utah
Nathan Rafferty, Ski Utah
Reed Ryan, Utah Asphalt Pavement
Association
Sasha Seegmiller, Utah Highway
Users Association
Michael Smith, American Council of
Engineering Companies
Blake Thomas, Office of Energy
Development
Richard Thorn, Associated General
Contractors
Advisory Members:
Michael Allegra, Utah Transit Authority
Johnny Anderson, Utah House of
Representatives
Ken Bullock, Utah League of Cities & Towns
H. David Burton, Utah Transit Authority,
Board of Trustees
Cameron Diehl, Utah League of Cities
& Towns
Andrew Gruber, Wasatch Front
Regional Council
Linda Hull, Utah Department of
Transportation
Robin Hutcheson, City of Salt Lake
Curt Hutchings, Dixie Metropolitan
Planning Organization
Laynee Jones, Mountain Accord
Jeremy Keele, Salt Lake County
Jason Mathis, Downtown Alliance
Lincoln Shurtz, Utah Association of
Counties
Adam Trupp, Utah Association of Counties
LaVarr Webb, Exoro Group, The
Muriel Xochimitl, Wasatch Front
Regional Council
The Salt Lake Chamber and Utah Transportation Coalition want to acknowledge the members of the Utah Association of Counties, Utah League of Cities and Towns and the
Chambers of Commerce across Utah for their support of the Utah Transportation Coalition's communications effort. A full list of these participants are available at:
www.utahtransportation.org

30. TaskForceMembership
S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Natural Resources Business Council
Co-Chair: Joe Cannon, Fuel Freedom
Foundation
Co-Chair: Stephen Sands, Rio Tinto
Kennecott
Clean Air Task Force
Chair: Chris Lee, Deseret
Management Corporation
Alan Anderson, Chamber West
Ryan Atkinson, Strong & Hanni
Vicki Bennett, City of Salt Lake
Steve Bergstrom, Intermountain
Healthcare
Kip Billings, Wasatch Front
Regional Council
Josh Brown, Kennecott Utah
Copper Corporation
Doug Carver, Carver Energy Services
Jen Colby, University of Utah
Jim Crowder, Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
Mike Dalley, Staker Parson Companies
Quinn Dietlein, Hale Centre Theatre
Jeff Edwards, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Michel Erdmann, RBM Building
Services Inc.
Stanford Fitts, Strong & Hanni
Kim Frost, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Carl Galbraith, Questar Corporation
Andrew Gruber, Wasatch Front
Regional Council
Jonathan Johnson, Overstock.com
Donna Kessler, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
G.J. LaBonty, Utah Transit Authority
Rich Lambert, Wells Fargo
Michael Lasko, CH2M HILL
Lance Lawrence, Kiewit Infrastructure
West Co.
Kate Lilja, City of Salt Lake
Ronald Mangone, Strong & Hanni
Jesse Mangum, Jones Lang LaSalle
Erin Mendenhall, Breathe Utah
Paul Murphy, Rocky Mountain Power
Jon Nepstad, Fehr & Peers Associates
Blaine E. Rawson, Ray Quinney & Nebeker
Joe Reidling, Critical Power Exchange
Holly Robb, Maverik, Inc.
Stephen Sands, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Daniel Seelos, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Matt Sibul, Utah Transit Authority
Brett Slack, Comcast Business
Justin Smart, Penna Powers
Stephen Smithson, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Joe Stoddard, Grant Thornton LLP
Robert Storey, Zions Bank
Shannon Storrud, Hexcel
Ryan Streams, USTAR
Shawn Teigan, Utah Foundation
Zachary Wester, Blulng (Blu.)
Ian Wright, National Energy Foundation
Sarah Wright, Utah Clean Energy
Water Task Force
Co-Chair: Rob Moore, Big-D
Construction Corp.
Co-Chair: Craig Wagstaff, Questar
Corporation
Abby Albrecht, Granite Construction
Company
Samuel Allen, REAL Salt Lake /
Rio Tinto Stadium
Steve Bergstrom, Intermountain
Healthcare
Maura Carabello, The Exoro Group
KC Ericksen, Orbit Irrigation Products
Brandon Finch, Kiewit Infrastructure
West Co.
Tage Flint, Weber Basin Water
Conservancy District
Chris Gamvroulas, Ivory Homes
Marie Geist, American Water
Graham Gilbert, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Troy Jensen, Intermountain Healthcare
Eric Marble, Chanshare & Green Valley
Randy Marble, Chanshare & Green Valley
Alan Matheson, Governor, State of Utah
Brandon Monson, The Exoro Group
Adam Murdock, CH2M HILL
Brett Nielsen, Whitaker Construction
Co., Inc.
Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson Companies
Steve Schnoor, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Michael Smith, American Council of
Engineering Companies
Stephen Smithson, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Nick Standiford, North American
Recovery
Jody Williams, Holland & Hart LLP
Mike Wilson, Metropolitan Water District
of Salt Lake & Sandy
Energy and Minerals Task Force
Former Chair: Dr. Laura Nelson,
Governor's Office of Energy Development
Ryan P. Atkinson, Strong & Hanni
Nate Ballard, Wadsworth Development
Group
Desmond Barker Jr., Des Barker
Associates
Kimberly Barnett, Salt Lake County
Mayor Ralph Becker, City of Salt Lake
Vicki Bennett, City of Salt Lake
Mike Bodell, Bodell Construction
Bob Bonar, Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort
Mark Brennan, Ames Construction
Kenneth Bullock, Utah League of
Cities & Towns
Rey Butcher, Questar Corporation
Bradley Cahoon, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Diego Carroll, American Council of
Engineering Companies
Doug Carver, Carver Energy Services
Steven J. Christiansen, Parr Brown
Gee & Loveless
Mark Compton, Utah Mining Association
Denise Dragoo, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Fred Ferguson, Office of Congressman
Chaffetz
Brandon Finch, Kiewit Infrastructure
West Co.
Stanford P. Fitts, Strong & Hanni
Kelly Francone, Energy Strategies LLC
Christian Gardner, Gardner Company
Nick Goodman, CYRQ Energy
Matt Greene, Red Leaf Resources
Robert Grow, Envision Utah
Scott Hardy, Cicero Group
Jeff Hartley, Red Leaf Resources
Tim Homer, Wasatch Electric
Gary Hoogeveen, Rocky Mountain Power
Rikki Hrenko-Browning, Enefit
American Oil
Brent Hunziker, Whitaker Construction
Co., Inc.
Tiffany James, Magnum Energy
Ron Jibson, Questar Corporation
Chane Kellerstrass, Kellerstrass Oil
Company
Job Kingston, A-FAB Engineering
Christopher Kirkpatrick, Enterprise
Holdings, Inc.
Dennis Klaus, Salt Lake Community
College
Steve Kroes, Utah Foundation
Scott Lamb, Wadsworth Development
Group
Rich Lambert, Wells Fargo
Justin Lawrence, Tesoro Refining &
Marketing
Tammie Lucero, Uintah County
Economic Development
Ronald Mangone, Strong & Hanni
Duane Marsala, Marsala & Co
Nathan Marsala, Marsala & Co
Mike McKee, Uintah County
Guy Mewburn, American Guys Asset
Management Consultants
Shawn Packard, Red Leaf Resources
Scott W. Parson, Staker Parson
Companies
Dan Patry, SunEdison
Ray Pickup, WCF
Monica Rafferty, Coldwell Banker
Commercial
Bob Reeder, Parsons Behle & Latimer
Debra Rigby, Questar Corporation
Gary Robinson, Questar Corporation
Lisa Schauer, MacKay Sposito
Dennis Schwartz, MacKay Sposito
Brad Shafer, Rocky Mountain Power
Polly Shaw, SunEdison
Stuart Smith, Faithful & Gould
Stephen Smithson, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Heather Stettler, SWCA, Inc. (SWCA
Environmental Consultants)
Cody Stewart, Governor, State of Utah
Joe Stoddard, Grant Thornton LLP
Ryan Streams, USTAR
Michael Swenson, Potash Ridge
David Taylor, Rocky Mountain Power
Shawn Teigan, Utah Foundation
Chad Teply, Rocky Mountain Power
Roger Tew, Utah League of Cities & Towns
Brok Thayn, Hunt Electric, Inc.
Kevin Townsend, Merrill Lynch
Wick Udy, Jones Lang LaSalle
Michael Vaughan, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Richard Walje, Rocky Mountain Power
Al Walker, USTAR
Alan Westenskow, Zions Bank
Zachary Wester, Blulng (Blu.)
Art Westmoreland, WCF
Brian Wilkinson, Wilkinson Ferrari & Co.
Ian Wright, National Energy Foundation
Sarah Wright, Utah Clean Energy
The Natural Resources Business Council membership includes all the participants of the
Clean Air, Energy, Outdoor Recreation and Tourism, and Water Task Forces.

31. S A LT L A K E C H A M B E R P U B L I C P O L I C Y G U I D E
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Capitol Club
Chair: Dan Harbeke, Union Pacific Railroad
Vice-Chair: Greg Summerhays, WCF
Neil Abercrombie, Utah State University
C. Lance Allen, Waste Management
of Utah
Ryan Andrus, WCF
Clay Ashdown, Intermountain Healthcare
Ken Ashton, Snell & Wilmer L.L.P.
Melanie Baker, Verisk Health
Jan Bayle, Robert W. Baird & Co.
Brock Beattie, Zions Management Services
Company
Jake Briem, LANDesk Software Inc.
Todd Brightwell, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Josh Brown, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Patrick Burt, Kipp and Christian, P.C.
Brandon Burton, Bonneville International
Corporation
Aaron Call, G&A Partners
Terry Capener, Lagoon Corporation
Stuart Clason, Governor's Office of
Energy Development
Sheryl Cox, America First Credit Union
Andrew Croshaw, The Leavitt Partners
Denise Dragoo, Snell & Wilmer L.L.P.
Scott Eastmond, KSL Newsradio 1160 AM/
KSFI FM 100
TJ England, CR England - Global
Transportation
Jake Goodliffe, Staker Parson Companies
Eric Gustafson, CBRE
Jeremy Hafen, Sunroc Building
Materials, Inc.
Jeff Hartley, Red Leaf Resources
Vaughn Holbrook, Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Utah
Eric Isom, CenturyLink
Spencer Jenkins, Utah System of Higher
Education
Michael Johnson, FCS Community
Management
Sean Jolley, Humana
David Kallas, Utah Transit Authority
John Kimball, REAL Salt Lake / Rio Tinto
Stadium
Garrett Koerner, Ernst & Young, LLP
Dean Luikart, Wells Fargo
Boyd Martin, DR Horton Custom Homes
Kristin McCullagh, SelectHealth
Brad Mortensen, Weber State University
Brennan Moss, Pia Anderson Dorius
Reynard Moss
Laura Nelson, Governor's Office of
Energy Development
Christina Oliver, Salt Lake County Business
and Economic Development
Elizabeth Palazzolo, Mountain Medical
Chad Pehrson, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless
Julie Penrod, Mountain Medical
Jared Perry, Make-A-Wish Utah
Jennifer Robinson, University of
Utah - Center for Public Policy and
Administration
Brad Shafer, Rocky Mountain Power
Tim Sheehan, Salt Lake Community College
James Sheets, LDS Hospital
Paul Skeen, Eide Bailly LLP
Robert Spendlove, Utah State House of
Representatives
Steve Starks, Larry H. Miller Group of
Companies
Curtis Thornhill, Apt Marketing Solutions
(ThornHill Holdings)
Michael Todd, Deseret News
Rachot Vacharothone, After Hours Medical
Company
Jack Vines, Verisk Health
Richard Walje, Rocky Mountain Power
Cori Ward, University of Utah
Angela Welling, Google
Timothy Wheelwright, Durham Jones &
Pinegar, P.C.
Brian Wilkinson, Wilkinson Ferrari & Co.
Mike Winder, Zions Bank
Together we succeed.
Business unites as a family of chambers, industry associations and other key partners. Today, more than ever before, it
is important to get involved. As Utah's largest statewide business association, we are working to solve the issues that
impact Utah's business community, our economy and our collective future prosperity. Visit us at www.slchamber.com
The Chamber has members in all 29 Utah counties, as well as
13 other states, Washington, D.C., Canada and France. Nearly 80
percent of our membership is comprised of small businesses.
We have two strategic partners: the Downtown Alliance
and World Trade Center Utah. The Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah), the David Eccles School of
Business, and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development
(GOED) are also vital partnerships that support our success as
a business community. We have formal partnerships with 28
other chambers of commerce or business associations: U.S.
Chamber of Commerce, Utah State Chamber of Commerce,
Brigham Area Chamber of Commerce, BioUtah, Cedar City
Area Chamber of Commerce, ChamberWest, Davis Chamber
of Commerce, East Valley Chamber of Commerce, Lehi Area
Chamber of Commerce, Moab Chamber of Commerce, Murray
Area Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Women
Business Owners, Ogden/Weber Chamber, Park City Chamber/
Bureau, Richfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Sandy Area
Chamber of Commerce, South Jordan Chamber of Commerce,
South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, St. George Area
Chamber of Commerce, Utah Asian Chamber of Commerce,
Utah Hispanic Chamber, Utah Nonprofits Association, Utah
Small Business Coalition, Utah Technology Council, Utah Valley
Chamber of Commerce, Vest Pocket Business Coalition, Wayne
County Chamber of Commerce, and West Jordan Chamber of
Commerce—and we continue to establish new partnerships to
strengthen the Utah economy.
The Salt Lake Chamber has a formalized relationship with
the World Bank Group and the International Development
Bank to act as the Intermountain West region’s Private Sector
Liaison Officer, and has signed memorandums of agreement
with 16 international chambers, including: Tokyo Chamber of
Commerce, AMCHAM Camera del Comercio Americana del
Peru (Lima, Peru), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry
(UK), Monterrey Chamber of Commerce (Mexico), Shan’xi
Bureau of Commerce (China), Wuhan Chamber of Commerce
(China), Chinese Committee for Promotion of International
Trade, Italy Utah Cooperation Center (Italy), Vietnam Chamber
of Commerce and Industry, Palestinian American Chamber of
Commerce, Nanchang General Chamber of Commerce (China),
Sana’a Chamber of Commerce (Yemen), World Trade Center
St. Petersburg (Russia), Ural Chamber of Commerce & Industry
(Russia), and Camara de Comercio y Produccion de Sullana (Peru).

32. The Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors recognizes and appreciates the Chamber staff for its dedication and professionalism.
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SALT LAKE CHAMBER 2014-2015 BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Don H. Adams, Bear River Mutual Insurance
Company
John A. Adams, Ray Quinney & Nebeker
Kyle Adams, Delta Air Lines
Abby Albrecht, Granite Construction
Company
Pres. Stan Albrecht, Utah State University
Jeff Alexander, Alexander's
Michael Allegra, Utah Transit Authority
Christy Alter, Goldman, Sachs & Co.
Larry Anderson, Redmond Minerals
Jim Balderson, Jones Lang LaSalle
Gene Barton, Hexcel Corporation
D.J. Baxter, Redevelopment Agency of
Salt Lake City
Scott Beck, Visit Salt Lake, The Convention
and Visitors Bureau
Mayor Ralph Becker, City of Salt Lake
Brian Bethers, 1-800-Contacts
Robert Brems, Utah College of Applied
Technology
Mark Brennan, Ames Construction
Barrie Brewer, Syloet Solutions
International
Todd Brightwell, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Bryce Buchanan, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Lonnie Bullard, Jacobsen Construction
Company
Keith Buswell, Wadman Corporation
Dale Campbell, R&O Construction
Company
Robert Campbell, Wheeler Machinery
Andy Carroll, REAL Salt Lake / Rio Tinto
Stadium
Lee Carter, UBS Bank USA
Samuel Clark, Dale Barton Agency
Ron Clegg, Parsons Brinckerhoff
Wilford Clyde, Clyde Companies
Dean Cottle, Robert W. Baird & Co.
Lew Cramer, Coldwell Banker Commercial
Michael Dale, New Media Strategists
Bob Dalley, Deseret Power
Jennifer Danielson, Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Utah
Raymond Dardano, Marlin Business Bank
Ingolf de Jong, GENCOMM
Kay Hall, Zions Bank
Alex Dunn, Vivint
Donald Dunn, Fuel Freedom Foundation
Rebecca Dutson, United Way of Salt Lake
Spencer Eccles, The Cynosure Group
Jeff Edwards, Economic Development
Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah)
Gary England, Headwaters
TJ England, CR England - Global
Transportation
Clint Ensign, Sinclair Companies
David Entwistle, University of Utah
Hospitals and Clinics
KC Ericksen, Orbit Irrigation Products
Raymond J. Etcheverry, Parsons Behle &
Latimer
Mark E. Faas, Deloitte & Touche LLP
Matt Finnegan, Kern River Gas
Transmission Company
Tage Flint, Weber Basin Water Conservancy
District
Rick Folkerson, Ken Garff Automotive
Group
Rob Fox, Brahma Group
Christian Gardner, Gardner Company
Luke Garrott, Salt Lake City Council
David Gessel, UHA, Utah Hospitals & Health
Systems Association
Kent Gibson, Capstone Property
Management
Marsha Gilford, Smith's Food & Drug Stores
Mike Goar, Canyons Resort
Lisa Gough, Sysco Intermountain
Terry Grant , Key Bank
Robert Grow, Envision Utah
Jonathan Hafen, Parr Brown Gee & Loveless
Neil Hafer, Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
John Hanshaw, MountainStar - HCA
Mountain Division
Dan Harbeke, Union Pacific Railroad
Kelly R. Harris, Harris Financial Utah
Kurt Hawes, Washakie
Pres. Matthew Holland, Utah Valley
University
Tim Homer, Wasatch Electric
Brandi Honey, SkyWest Airline
Greg Hopkins, Hero Partners
Tom Hori, REDCON
Curt Howell, Leavitt Partners
Mark Howell, AmericanWest Bank
Kirk Huffaker, Utah Heritage Foundation
Pres. Deneece Huftalin, Salt Lake
Community College
Scott Hymas, RC Willey Home Furnishings
Eric Isom, CenturyLink
Jonathan Johnson, Overstock.com
Richard Johnson, Stoel Rives
Sen. Patricia Jones, Dan Jones & Associates
Steve Kroes, Utah Foundation
Bob Lake, Eide Bailly LLP
Charlie Lansche, Fidelity Investments
Gary Larcenaire, Valley Behavioral Health
Chris Lee, Deseret Management
Corporation
Pres. Brian Levin-Stankevich,
Westminster College
David Lockwood, EnergySolutions
Daniel Lofgren, Cowboy Partners
Steve Lundgren, Marriott Hotels
Al Manbeian, GPS Capital Markets, Inc.
Bill Manning, REAL Salt Lake / Rio Tinto
Stadium
Mayor McAdams Ben, Salt Lake County
Ron Mangone, Strong & Hanni
Rich McKeown, Leavitt Partners
Kyle McSlarrow, Comcast Business
Mike Moffitt, Gold Cross Services
Robert Murdock, ATK Aerospace Structures
Richard Nelson, Utah Technology Council
Sterling Nielsen, Mountain America Credit
Union Corporate
Merritt Norton, Blulng (Blu.)
Brett Okland, Okland Construction
Company
Jim Olson, Miller Sports Properties
Kimberly Page, Keystone Aviation
Robert Patterson, U. A. Local #140 -
Pipefitters - Plumbers - HVAC & R
Candice Payne, Alaska Airlines
Pres. David Pershing, University of Utah
David A. Peterson, O.C. Tanner Company
Walter Plumb, Plumb Holdings
Gary Porter, Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints
Greg Randall, KPMG
Dean. Taylor Randall, David Eccles School
of Business, U of U
Chris Redgrave, Zions Bank
David Reid, ABC 4 Utah
Patricia Richards, SelectHealth
Robin Rockwood, Federal Reserve Bank of
San Francisco / Salt Lake City Branch
Ronald Ruff, Mountain Medical
Don Schulthies, Wal-Mart Stores
Michael Seare, Kiewit Infrastructure West Co.
Daniel Shapiro, eBay
Randy Shumway, Cicero Group
Aaron Skonnard, Pluralsight
John Spigiel, Watson Laboratories
Steven Stauffer, Grant Thornton LLP
Kami Taylor, CBRE
Kimball Thomson, BIOUTAH
Joe Tomon, Proctor & Gamble
Paul Torres, Manuel's Fine Foods
Maxine Turner, Cuisine Unlimited Catering
& Special Events
Rachot Vacharothone, After Hours Medical
Company
Vicki Varela, Utah Office of Tourism, Film
and Global Branding
Kip Wadsworth, Wadsworth Development
Group
Jin Wang, Westminster College
John W. Ward, Harmons
Mike Washburn, Thanksgiving Point
Glen Watkins, Jones Waldo Holbrook &
McDonough
Michael Weinholtz, CHG Healthcare
Services
Angie Welling, Google
Grant Whitaker, Utah Housing Corporation
Nathan Wickizer, Cache Valley Electric
Company
Pres. Charles Wight, Weber State University
Brent Williams, Dental Select
JaeLynn Williams, 3M Health Information
Systems
Jody Williams, Holland & Hart
Superintendent McKell Withers, Salt Lake
City School District
Andrea Wolcott, Federal Reserve Bank of
San Francisco / Salt Lake City Branch
Todd Wolfenbarger, Summit Group
Edgar Wright, Pepsi Beverages Company
David Zimmerman, Brahma Group
Craig Zollinger, Chase
SALT LAKE CHAMBER 2014-2015 EXECUTIVE BOARD
President and CEO: Lane Beattie, Salt Lake
Chamber
Chair: Terry Buckner, The Buckner
Company
Vice Chair: Lori Chillingworth, Zions Bank
Bruce Bingham, Hamilton Partners
Jake Boyer, The Boyer Company
John Dahlstrom, Wasatch Group
(Commercial Management)
Chris Gamvroulas, Ivory Homes
David Golden, Wells Fargo
Val Hale, Governor's Office of Economic
Development (GOED)
Victor Ingalls, American Express Centurion
Bank
Ron Jibson, Questar Corporation
Fred Lampropoulos, Merit Medical
Systems, Inc.
Peggy Lander
Brent Low, MediaOne of Utah
Molly Mazzolini, Infinite Scale
Keith McMullin, Deseret Management
Corporation
Derek Miller, World Trade Center Utah
Scott Parson, Staker Parson Companies
Ray Pickup, WCF
Vasilios Priskos, InterNet Properties
Stephen Sands, Rio Tinto Kennecott
Gary Stevenson, Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints
Richard Walje, Rocky Mountain Power
Linda Wardell, City Creek Center - The
Taubman Company
Bert Zimmerli, Intermountain Healthcare