Poplar Grove, Salt Lake City facts for kids
Poplar Grove is a neighborhood located in the western part of Salt Lake City, Utah. It is north of Glendale and south of Rose Park and Fair Park. Poplar Grove is the second largest neighborhood in Salt Lake City, right after Glendale. People sometimes confuse Poplar Grove with Glendale.
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What is Poplar Grove?
Poplar Grove is a lively community in Salt Lake City. It has its own special history and unique features. This neighborhood is a great place to learn about how communities grow and change over time.
How Poplar Grove Got Its Name
The name "Poplar Grove" comes from a group of trees. In the late 1800s, the Edwin Rushton family planted many trees in this area. These trees formed a "grove," and the neighborhood became known as Poplar Grove.
Poplar Grove's History
Poplar Grove existed as a neighborhood long before Glendale was created. In the 1990s, Poplar Grove officially separated from Glendale. This happened by following rules set by Salt Lake City for neighborhoods. They submitted paperwork to the City Council, which is a group of elected officials who make decisions for the city. The City Council approved their request.
Poplar Grove was the first neighborhood in Salt Lake City to change its original boundaries. This was an important step for the community.
Community Council
Today, Poplar Grove has its own community council. A community council is a group of people elected by the residents of the neighborhood. These board members work together to make decisions and improve their community. They help make sure the neighborhood's voice is heard in city matters.
Where is Poplar Grove?
Poplar Grove has clear borders that define its area.
- To the east, it borders I-15.
- To the west, it reaches the Salt Lake City boundaries at 5600 West.
- The southern border is around 900 South. The original southern border was old railroad tracks, which are now the new 9 Line Trail.
- The northern border is North Temple. This border is shared with Fair Park from I-15 to 1000 West, and with Rose Park from 1000 West to 5600 West.
