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
801-707-8668
aimeecolton@utah.gov
Catalina French
Social Media Intern
530-329-9133
cfrench@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
801-856-5124
hknowlton@utah.gov
Jordan Lee
Digital and Website Administrator
435-553-5840
jlee@utah.gov
Katie Lindley
Internal Communications Specialist
801-430-2434
klindley@utah.gov
Nicole McCleery
Traveler Information Communications Manager
801-518-5963
ngogo@utah.gov
Nic Naylor
Multimedia Journalist
801-965-4000
ntnaylor@utah.gov
Keriann Noble
Digital and Website Administrator
801-518-2644
keriannnoble@utah.gov
Becky Parker
Traveler Information Director
801-244-7939
rebeccaparker@utah.gov
Autumn Payne
Customer Experience Program Manager
330-844-6456
autumnpayne@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 – Information Specialist IV
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 – Communications Specialist
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
Zero Fatalities Outreach Coordinator
Laurie Huntsman
435-896-7667
lhuntsman@utah.gov
Traffic Management Division
Mark Garrison
801-887-3709
mgarrison@utah.gov
Aircraft Registration Program Manager
Kiera Allen
385-522-3821
kieraallen@utah.gov
News from Communications
Major interstate ramps in Salt Lake and Davis County to close this weekend
Repaving and lane striping work to close freeway ramps SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (June 19, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation will close several major interstate ramps this weekend for construction. On Saturday, June 21 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday, June 23, the Interstate 215 eastbound ramp to southbound Interstate 15 will be […]
Northbound I-15 in Davis County to close overnight this Saturday
Crews will continue demolition of Shepard Lane bridge FARMINGTON, Utah (June 18, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation urges drivers to plan for delays this weekend, as northbound Interstate 15 in Davis County will close Saturday night as crews continue demolishing the Shepard Lane bridge. Starting June 21 at 9:30 p.m., northbound I-15 between 200 North […]
UDOT to improve northbound SR-36 and eastbound I-80 in Tooele County
Drivers should plan for temporary lane closures on SR-36 between I-80 and Stansbury Parkway The Utah Department of Transportation is starting a project to improve mobility and reduce congestion for drivers on SR-36 in Tooele. Weekday lane closures of northbound SR-36 will begin on June 16 and continue through the summer of 2026, with nighttime […]