Every year, we look forward to hosting the UASD Annual Convention. Our team spends all spring and summer scheduling speakers, developing training sessions and planning events for all attendees to enjoy. Unfortunately, 2020 has been a year unlike... (Read More)

Did you know that the typical family of four uses about 12,000 gallons of water per month? Leaky faucets and toilets and other water-gobbling problems and habits can add up to hundreds or even thousands of gallons more. The good news? Many common... (Read More)

We are in the business of helping residents of Utah have a better quality of life by representing local and special service districts across the state. That being said, we are the first to boast that the quality of life in Utah is amazing! We love... (Read More)

Exploring the great outdoors is definitely one of the highlights of childhood! Living in the shadow of majestic mountains and along the shore of two beautiful lakes, the opportunities to explore are boundless. So, get out and discover some of the... (Read More)

Feedback is critically important in any business because it helps employees identify areas in which they need to improve and to develop their skills. Yet providing face-to-face feedback remains one of the most challenging aspects of managing other... (Read More)

When was the last time your organization had a successful brainstorming session? By "successful," we don't mean you were able to get side work done while everyone else tossed out a few ideas in hopes that they wouldn't be loaded down with extra... (Read More)

Research tells us that as a society, we aren't such great listeners. Too often, we’re so focused on what we’re going to say next that we don't take the time to really hear what others have to tell us. As a business leader, though, being a... (Read More)

Research tells us that as a society, we aren't such great listeners. Too often, we’re so focused on what we’re going to say next that we don't take the time to really hear what others have to tell us. As a business leader, though, being a good... (Read More)

If we’ve learned anything from this challenging start to 2020, it is the importance of being prepared. Here at the Utah Association of Special Districts, that’s our way of doing business. We are constantly in preparation for upcoming legislative... (Read More)