As one of Utah’s newest residents, I am energized by the hive of activity here in the beehive state. Thanks to Gov. Gary R. Herbert’s leadership and the ingenuity of Utah’s business leaders and workforce, Utah’s economy is prospering with record low unemployment, rapidly rising wages and one of the fastest growth rates in the country.
Perhaps most importantly, strong economic fundamentals, innovative capital investments — like the Inland Port — and the wise stewardship of stakeholders across the state suggest that Utah is using the boom of the moment to prepare for the economic downturn that — thanks to the ups and downs of the business cycle — inevitably lies ahead.