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| MUNICIPAL MONTHLY
February 4, 2026
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Staff Spotlight — Summer Pessatore
As one of the newest members of the Communications and Community Engagement team, Summer Pessatore has quickly become known for her positivity, curiosity, and steady approach to supporting departments across the City.
“When departments need help getting their message out, I’m here for it,” Summer said. “I love connecting people with the right resources and making sure our team delivers strong, on-time communications that really hit the mark.”
Summer’s path to municipal communications grew out of two long-standing interests: “I’ve always had two career passions – higher education and government,” she said. She studied both in college with plans to teach political science at a community college.
“But, as life often does, things took a different turn.” She spent nearly a decade in higher education before transitioning to local government, where she has found new energy and purpose. “There are so many different departments doing very different, yet equally important, work,” she noted. “Learning how to communicate effectively with all those audiences has been invaluable.”
When asked what she enjoys most so far, Summer didn’t hesitate: “The people! The Communications and Community Engagement team is truly awesome. They’ve been so welcoming and supportive…plus the dogs, duh.”
Summer says she’s grateful for the warm welcome. “Thank you for taking a chance on me, welcoming me into your community, and trusting me to help communicate all the great work you do for this beautiful city.”
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Experience the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Main Street
February 6-22 | Various Times (listed below) | Miner’s Park (693 Main Street)
Miner’s Park will soon transform into Park City’s Main Street Living Room — a casual, drop-in gathering space featuring daily Winter Games coverage on the big screen. Visitors can relax with comfortable seating while watching the action unfold.
Join the community to cheer on Team USA and hometown athletes as they compete in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics while also celebrating Park City’s Olympic heritage and looking ahead to hosting the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games!
- Mondays-Thursdays: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
- Fridays: 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
- Sundays: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
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Save the Date: 30th Annual Leadership Symposium — Leadership in Action: Building our Future Together
Friday, March 13 | Breakfast: 7:30-8:30 a.m., Symposium: 8:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. | Park City Hospital – Blair Education Center (900 Round Valley Drive)
This highly informational, deep-dive program is specifically designed for busy citizens, local employees, and community leaders wanting to learn more about how things work and who does what.
Who Should Attend? YOU! Whether you’ve been here a day or a lifetime...if you have an interest in the greater Park City community, this program is for you.
What You'll Learn: Hear stories from local leaders who’ve had an impact on Park City’s history, learn about issues and opportunities facing Park City today, and hear from leaders whose gaze is fixed on the horizon as they start to lay the foundation for how our community will evolve to meet the future.
Registration is $50 and includes breakfast and lunch. Ticket purchase deadline is March 3.
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PCCast — Park City's Olympic Legacy and Future
In the latest episode of PCCast, From 2002 to 2034 — What the Olympics Mean for Park City, we look back at the legacy of the 2002 Winter Games, what state leaders are learning from the 2026 event in Italy, and how those lessons are shaping preparations for 2034 in Utah.
Listen to the latest PCCast wherever you get your podcasts or listen here.
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City at Work — New Winter Banners Decorate Main Street
New winter banners decorate Main Street, replacing our previous banners which were in use for more than 20 years. The new banners feature five designs — Main Street scenes, pine trees, aspen trees, and even a ski lift.
Thanks to the Parks department team for helping to keep our town looking great through each season!
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Park City Advances Early Childhood Support Through Partnership
Park City Municipal is one of just 16 cities nationwide selected to participate in the National League of Cities’ (NLC) Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab, a nine-month technical assistance and peer-learning cohort focused on improving outcomes for young children and families.
“Being selected for the Prenatal-to-Three Impact Lab gives us the opportunity to learn from other cities, refine what’s already working in Park City, and strengthen a program that directly supports our workforce and community," said Michelle Downard, Strategic Initiatives Advisor.
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Ride On Program — Moving Park City Forward!
Park City is transforming the way we travel! Since launching in December, the citywide Ride On program has logged 15,000 sustainable trips, with over 7,000 of those trips taken in January alone.
Together, we’ve cut 53 tons of CO₂ and traveled nearly 185,000 miles by biking, busing, walking, and carpooling.
Ride On makes sustainable transportation a fun community challenge — with monthly prize raffles and grand prizes awarded after the program ends on March 31!
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4th Annual Cardboard Sled Derby
Saturday, February 28 | 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | 300 Gillmor Way
Get ready to race, crash, cheer, and laugh with some winter fun during Park City Recreation’s 4th Annual Cardboard Sled Derby! Register your team today.
Design it. Build it. Race it. This winter tradition challenges participants to create their own sled using ONLY cardboard, duct tape, string or twine, and paint — then pilot it down the hill for bragging rights and glory.
Details:
- Registration fee is per sled/team (i.e., You only need to register one rider to secure your team’s sled spot.)
- Divisions: Ages 5-10, 11-15, and 16+
- Build your vessel before derby day
- All sleds will be inspected prior to race start
- Weather back-up date will be Saturday, March 7
- This event is free for spectators
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Holiday Hours
Several City offices and facilities will be closed or observing adjusted hours for Presidents' Day on Monday, February 16.
- City Hall and administrative offices will be closed.
- The PC MARC will be open regular hours from 5:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
- The Park City Library will be closed.
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Community Conversation: Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Improvements
Tuesday, February 24 | 5:00-6:30 p.m. | Park City MARC (1200 Little Kate Road)
Park City is planning exciting upgrades for Little Kate Road and Holiday Ranch Loop Road, and we want to share the projects with you! Join us to learn about these improvements and provide feedback on what else you’d like to see throughout Park Meadows.
We’ll also discuss potential changes to the 20 Tan bus route — your participation can help make Transit work better for everyone.
Your voice helps shape a safer, more connected community. Learn more by visiting the project webpage. Don’t miss this opportunity to get involved!
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| Upcoming City Meetings and Events:
- February 6-22, various times – Main Street Living Room
- February 11, 5:30 p.m. – Planning Commission Meeting
- February 13, 9:00 a.m. – City Council Meeting*
- February 16, all day – City Offices Closed in Observation of Presidents' Day
- February 24, 5:00-6:30 p.m. – Community Conversation — Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Improvements
- February 25, 1:00 p.m. – City Council Meeting*
- February 25, 5:30 p.m. – Planning Commission Meeting
- February 26, 2:00 p.m. – City Council Meeting*
- February 28, 11:00 a.m. – 4th Annual Cardboard Sled Derby
*Meeting start times subject to change. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date agenda.
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