Nestled in downtown Salt Lake City at 75 South West Temple, the hotel is mere steps from such local attractions as City Creek Shopping Center, Temple Square and The Salt Palace Convention Center.

Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson wants to set aside $10.5 million in revenue earmarked for transportation as the county considers funding options to renovate the Salt Palace.

What Salt Lake City’s downtown really needs — and how the new sports district could help SLC’s sports district is in the hands of a little-known state committee. Here’s what you need to know.