Communications Division
The Communications Division works with divisions throughout UDOT to provide media relations; help build relationships with the public, businesses and government partners; advise during crisis situations and convey department information to all employees.
- Communications Division Org Chart (61KB PDF File)
Contact Information
801-965-4000
contactudot@utah.gov
4501 South 2700 West
P.O. Box 141200
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1200
Communications Division Contacts
Elizabeth McMillan
Director of Strategic Communications
801-965-4030
emcmillan@utah.gov
Aimee Colton
Social Media Manager
aimeecolton@utah.gov
John Gleason
Public Relations Director
801-560-7740
jgleason@utah.gov
Jessica Gonzales
Executive Communications Coordinator
801-718-6503
jessgonzales@utah.gov
Hailey Knowlton
Graphic Designer
hknowlton@utah.gov
Katie Lindley
Internal Communications Specialist
801-430-2434
klindley@utah.gov
Becky Parker
Digital Platform Administrator
801-244-7939
rebeccaparker@utah.gov
Grant Potter
Communications Content Manager
385-261-3404
grantpotter@utah.gov
Joe Walker
Internal Communications Manager
385-223-5233
josephwalker@utah.gov
Media Contact Information
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the media to keep the public informed of transportation issues throughout Utah. Members of the media may contact the appropriate person directly or call the 24-hour Media Hot Line for assistance.
UDOT 24-hour Media Hotline: 801-746-9932
Primary Spokesperson:
John Gleason
801-560-7740
jgleason@utah.gov
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
mitchellshaw@utah.gov
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
ksharp@utah.gov
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
wwoolley@utah.gov
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
kevin@utah.gov
Region, Group and Division Communication Contacts
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the central communications division but specialize in regional and division communication.
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
mitchellshaw@utah.gov
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
ksharp@utah.gov
Bailey Butler
801-979-7379
baileybutler@utah.gov
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
wwoolley@utah.gov
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
kevin@utah.gov
Lisa Ganz
714-600-5789
lganz@utah.gov
Planning and Investments
Eileen Barron
801-244-7412
ebarron@utah.gov
Traffic and Safety Division
Kristen Hoschouer
801-554-5049
khoschouer@utah.gov
Laurie Huntsman
435-896-7667
lhuntsman@utah.gov
Traffic Management Division
Karen Crawford
435-225-1912
karencrawford@utah.gov
News from Communications
UDOT to build and plan nearly 60 miles of new paved trails as part of the Utah Trail Network
$95 million inaugural round of funding will connect Utahns to key destinations, transit, parks and other trail systems Today the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) announced the inaugural round of funding for the Utah Trail Network. The Utah Transportation Commission approved nearly $95 million in funding to build and plan 19 new paved trails or […]
Bangerter Highway to close in South Jordan this weekend
Expect delays as crews continue utility work for Bangerter Highway’s new freeway interchanges. The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) advises drivers in South Jordan to plan ahead for a full closure of Bangerter Highway and other lane restrictions. Starting Friday, May 17, at 10 p.m., Bangerter Highway will be closed in both directions between 9800 […]
UDOT upgrading 62 Salt Lake County bridges this summer
Drivers should expect delays while crews work to extend the service of these bridges Drivers should plan for major closures throughout the summer as the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) performs maintenance on 62 Salt Lake County bridges to address the impacts of recent severe winters and help keep them in good shape. This weekend, […]