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
801-535-6630
hknowlton@utah.gov
Katie Lindley
Internal Communications Specialist
801-430-2434
klindley@utah.gov
Becky Parker
Traveler Information Director
801-244-7939
rebeccaparker@utah.gov
Grant Potter
Communications Content Manager
385-261-3404
grantpotter@utah.gov
Vacant
Traveler Information Communications Manager
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
Michelle Crofts
435-201-4388
mcrofts@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
Mark Garrison
614-477-4243
mgarrison@utah.gov
News from Communications
UDOT installing new lights to improve safety at intersections
Simple enhancement helps pedestrians and cyclists safely cross the road The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is installing new lights across the state to improve safety for pedestrians at intersections. Under-mast lights are a simple innovation created by UDOT engineers to add lighting to areas where typical lighting can’t be installed. They create a spotlight […]
UDOT advances two potential transportation improvements in Heber Valley environmental study
Following a comprehensive re-screening process, the Utah Department of Transportation’s Heber Valley Corridor Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) study team identified two alternatives for further analysis. Details are available in a report published today. The EIS, initiated in 2021, seeks to improve regional and local traffic flow on US-40 from SR-32 to US-189, provide walking and biking opportunities, […]
UDOT installing ‘V2X’ technology in 100 more snowplows
Tech increases plowing efficiency, advances safety efforts This year, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is installing vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology in 100 more of its snowplows around the state to increase the efficiency of plowing operations. This technology allows plows to clear the roads during major storms – including this past Tuesday’s commuter special – […]