Salt Lake City, UT - The Utah State Democratic Party issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Salt Lake City Mayor Ted Wilson:

The Utah State Democratic Party mourns the passing of Ted Wilson. As Mayor, his work included expanding the Salt Lake City airport, managing city creek’s flooding, and creating Salt Lake City’s current Council system. He is responsible for cementing Salt Lake City’s place as a thriving home for Utah families and businesses. His commitment to education as a member of the University of Utah’s faculty lives on in his students, and his humanitarian work will impact the lives of people around the world for years to come. 

In his campaigns for Senator and Governor, Mayor Wilson championed Democratic values and strengthened the Democratic coalition. “Mayor Wilson’s legacy lives on in the work of Democrats across Utah. Our party would not be where it is today without him,” UDP Chair Diane Lewis said. 

May we live up to Mayor Wilson’s example. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends at this time.