A 2026 Public Problem-Solving Campaign on
AI and the Future of Our Communities
Many Utahns are looking for ways to engage productively with each other, both on and offline, for the purpose of successfully addressing public needs and solving problems. In response, the Utah Common Ground initiative will be organizing a multi-stage civic dialogue to discuss questions that are on many minds these days: How can Utahns ensure that the benefits of AI are widely shared and the risks are responsibly managed?
Utah Common Ground will help citizens identify issues of local concern, consider possible solutions, and take the necessary steps to achieve meaningful, measurable change.
utah solutions forum
September 18-19
Lehi, Utah
What role should the public have in shaping decisions related to AI technology?
40 Utahns will be selected by lottery to represent the residents of Cache County, Utah County, and Salt Lake County, and develop policy recommendations that can guide local, county, and state decisions. Delegates will mirror the region's demographics, so the discussions can be informed by a wide range of local perspectives.
Delegates will receive a $250 stipend in appreciation for their time.
Share Your voice
Share your perspective in this online community conversation about the future of AI in Utah. You’ll be able to react to statements by other Utahns, add your own ideas, and see where people across Utah find common ground. Your responses are anonymous and will help inform upcoming community discussions (in-person and virtual) organized by Utah Common Ground.
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