Cedar City

Cedar City and its health partners are committed to building a vibrant, healthy community for residents of all ages. The city encourages active living through diverse sports programs, fitness events, and safe, connected infrastructure. It promotes access to nutritious food via farmers markets, summer meal programs, and supportive ordinances, while investing in mental health through suicide prevention, first responder training, and community events that foster social connection. These efforts create a foundation for wellness, resilience, and community engagement.

HEALTH STRATEGIES

Active Living

• Offered free and low-cost sports programs for both adults and children.
• Organized weekly free yoga in the park.
• Established joint-use agreements with schools and the university for athletic facilities and Utah Summer Games access.
• Reviewed and improved the city’s active transportation master plan.
• Adopted an ordinance requiring sidewalks and lighting in all new subdivisions.
• Partnered with the Utah Shakespeare Festival to bring the play Every Brilliant Thing to public high schools to address youth depression and suicide.

Access to Healthy Food

• Established the year-round Festival City Farmers Market that accepts SNAP benefits.
• Hosted summer meal programs in partnership with local homeless councils and food banks to promote healthy eating.
• Adopted an ordinance allowing backyard poultry and animal husbandry.

Mental Health

• Offered suicide prevention trainings for individuals and local organizations.
• Trained police, fire, and volunteer first responders in mental health crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
• Implemented a free, twice-yearly medication disposal program in partnership with local pharmacies.
• Adopted policies limiting access to addictive substances.
• Hosted recurring community events providing food and essentials to vulnerable populations, fostering social connection.