Jeff Robinson, Author at KCPW

Move to Amend Organizers Go to Utah Supreme Court

June 25, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Organizers of the anti-corporate personhood Move to Amend initiative have taken their quest to get on the ballot in Salt Lake City this year to the Utah Supreme Court. Despite having more than enough signatures, the city recorder’s office rejected the initiative, because state law doesn’t allow for local initiatives that don’t create actual legislation to appear on the ballot. The city council had planned to circumvent that law by voting to place the initiative on the ballot directly, but Utah code apparently doesn’t allow that, either.

Immigration

Shurtleff: Supreme Court Ruling Mostly a Win for Utah’s Law

June 25, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Utah’s top law enforcement official says today’s Supreme Court ruling striking down much of Arizona’s illegal immigration enforcement law is mostly a win for Utah’s HB 497, a similar law currently tied up in federal court. But as KCPW’s Jeff Robinson reports, immigration advocates still think it will be struck down.

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Legislative Coverage

CPA Group Question’s Auditor Candidate’s Credentials

June 22, 2012 Jeff Robinson

With the primary election just days away, one group is questioning the credentials of a Republican candidate for State Auditor after endorsing his opponent. KCPW’s Jeff Robinson has the story.

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Education

Politics Up Close: Dougall Runs for Auditor, Davis School District Pulls Book

June 22, 2012 Jeff Robinson

What do Internet memes with Ryan Gosling and neon green lawn signs have in common? They’re both part of Representative John Dougall’s campaign for State Auditor. The lawmaker is challenging 17-year incumbent Auston Johnson for the post, saying his opponent has been asleep at the wheel, and making the case that he’ll be a more aggressive watchdog for Utah taxpayers.

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Local News

House Passes Bishop’s Border Bill

June 21, 2012 Jeff Robinson

The House of Representatives delivered a big victory for Utah Congressman Rob Bishop this week, voting to pass legislation he’s long been pushing to allow border patrol agents to bypass environmental laws. He and other Republicans say it’s needed to protect the border by having full access to public lands, but Democrats clearly believe otherwise.

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Legislative Coverage

Lawmakers Hear Proposal to Ban Distracted Walking at Rail Crossings

June 20, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Utah lawmakers heard a proposal by the Utah Transit Authority yesterday to outlaw distractions for pedestrians who are crossing railroad tracks. UTA General Counsel Bruce Jones described the proposed bill to a legislative committee, explaining it would limit the use of electronic devices at crossings.

County Beat

Parks Bond Won’t Go on November Ballot in Salt Lake County

June 20, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Salt Lake County voters will not be deciding whether to approve a $123 million bond for new parks and park improvements throughout the valley. That’s because the county council voted down the measure at its meeting Tuesday, rejecting Mayor Peter Corroon’s argument that it should be a choice for voters to make. KCPW’s Jeff Robinson spoke with Democratic County Councilman Arlyn Bradshaw of Salt Lake City, who supported the bond measure.

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City Beat

Salt Lake City’s $205 Million Budget Approved

June 20, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Salt Lake City’s $205 million budget is now in place for the next year, after being approved by the city council last night. City Council Chairman Soren Simonsen says it came in about $1.5 million more than Mayor Ralph Becker’s proposal.

City Beat

Sand Sculpture Takes Shape at Utah Arts Festival

June 19, 2012 Jeff Robinson

A 20-ton sand sculpture will anchor the four-day Utah Arts Festival beginning Thursday on Salt Lake City’s Library Square. And as KCPW’s Jeff Robinson reports, it’s a work-in-progress thousands of people will get the chance to observe.

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Legislative Coverage

Special Session Set for Wednesday

June 19, 2012 Jeff Robinson

Utah’s hospitality industry could get some relief this week. Governor Gary Herbert has called a special session of the legislature this Wednesday afternoon to address the state’s shortage of liquor licenses, calling it a “vital economic development matter.”

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