The SG City Hall Beam Signing meeting held on December 7, 2024, in Washington County, Utah, focused on the construction of a new city hall building designed to accommodate the growing population and workforce of St. George. The current city hall, built in 1980, spans approximately 40,000 square feet and has long exceeded its capacity, serving a community that has expanded from 13,000 residents to over 100,000.

Mayor Randall highlighted the necessity of the new facility, which will be roughly 70,000 square feet and is projected to cost $45 million. Funding for the project includes $25 million saved over the years and an additional $20 million sourced from sales tax and bonds. The new city hall will feature a parking structure with 290 stalls, significantly exceeding the required 120 stalls, and will remain open to the public seven days a week.

The mayor emphasized that the old city hall will not be demolished but will remain part of the police department's campus. The new building will also double the seating capacity of the city chambers, addressing the needs of a workforce that has grown to over 1,000 employees, including both full-time and part-time staff.

The meeting underscored the city's commitment to providing adequate facilities for its expanding population and workforce, ensuring that the new city hall will serve the community effectively for years to come.