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Hello Sandy Friends,
July 4th Celebration
It’s a great time of year in Sandy City- a time to celebrate our patriotic city and our great nation! In fact, Sandy is known for hosting the best day-long July 4th celebration across the Wasatch Front.
is year, we’ve got a full day of activities starting with the ag raising and 5K at Sandy City Hall. e fun continues with exhibits, food, live music with local bands, and a complete festival atmosphere.
e Sandy July 4th parade begins at 6:00 pm at the Sandy City Promenade and this year’s grand marshal is someone your school kids may recognize… our beloved crossing guard supervisor Janice Parker. She is retiring after 30 years with the city. We will send her o with the best party ever!
Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot for the reworks at dark. I’m so excited this year that we’ll see the return of a local favorite, e Salamanders, who will perform before and after the reworks.
As we celebrate, let’s do so safely. Remember, no reworks east of 1300 East. Come join the celebration at City Hall. Check out the full 4th of July Celebration schedule on our Sandy City website. sandy.utah.gov/715/Fourth-of-July
Exciting City Events
Our city o ers many opportunities to celebrate the summer and come together as a community. I just love this time of year when the weather is warm, and we get together outside with family and friends. When we gather and connect with others from our city, we are able to share interests
and priorities. We build bonds that help strengthen us as individuals and collectively. Here are a few of the events planned in Sandy for July:
• Movies in the Park
We kicked o our Movies in the Park series last month and turned America First Field pink for the blockbuster lm “Barbie.” Our next show will have more of a green theme. Join us at Flat Iron Park on July 26th to watch Shrek. In August, we’ll go purple and gold as we feature Wonka on the big screen at Falcon Park. is is your golden ticket for family fun.
• Sandy City Amphitheater
Did you know our Sandy Amphitheater was just awarded Best of State as the top public entertainment venue in Utah? When you visit, you’ll see why with its fantastic views, friendly volunteers, and the hottest acts around. Now, you’ll also enjoy the expanded concession area. Great entertainment continues all summer with a wide array of genres for everyone.
• Sandy Farmer’s Market
It’s been a goal of mine since coming into o ce to bring a farmer’s market to Sandy City. Now, it’s in full swing! Each Saturday from 10:00 to 1:00, vendors o er locally sourced products to the public at Sandy’s Amphitheater Park. You’ll nd the freshest fruits and vegetables, products like salsa and honey, and small arts and crafts each week. is is sure to become a favorite starting point every summer weekend in our city.
As you can see, our event schedule is robust, with opportunities to bring our community together. Be sure to mark your calendars and participate!
Alta Canyon Sports Center Plans
Every summer, folks young and old love to splash and swim in the pool at Sandy’s Alta Canyon Sports Center. It’s in a beautiful location right at the base of the Wasatch mountains. I’m pleased to announce that my phased approach for a remodel of the center received the city council's unanimous support. With the allocation of more than $8 million in one-time funding, adding to the $3 million already budgeted for the rebuild, we are nally ready to move forward with a reimagined recreation center.
e rst phase of the project will incorporate some of the things you, as residents, told us you envision in a quality sports center. rough a recent city survey, our general plan open houses, and direct correspondence, you’ve told us you value the outdoor pool, the natural views, and community gathering space. You’ve also told us you do not want a tax increase for the new center. All of these elements will be key as we nalize the Alta Canyon plan. We value your input.
So, let’s jump into a fantastic summer in Sandy City! I look forward to seeing you soon, either at the Farmer’s Market or one of our great events. When you see me in my red cowboy hat, be sure to say howdy! I enjoy meeting you and making new Sandy City friends. Happy summer!
Yours in Service, Mayor Monica Zoltanski
Photo contest winner: Rachel DeAzevedo
Landscape Hazards
e Sandy City Code Enforcement team would like to highlight a common complaint received by our o ce: landscape hazards. e Sandy City Code has regulations related to landscaping hazards found within Title 19-2-1(d) of the Property Maintenance Ordinance, Landscaping, Structure and Lot Maintenance. Below is the standard:
Hazards. Landscaping shall be maintained to minimize property damage and public safety hazards, including the removal/replacement of dead or decaying plant material, removal of low hanging branches and those obstructing street lighting, sidewalks and tra c sight distance requirements. In the event a tree, shrub, or other plant causes damage to streets, sidewalk, trails or other public improvements, the Community Development Director and/or Public Works Director may order the removal of the o ending vegetation and/or other landscape features.
e most common violation of this code section involves plant material growing over or blocking the sidewalk. We would like to remind residents to prune their plant material, so it doesn’t protrude onto the sidewalk.
Another common complaint is related to the height of tree canopies and/or blocking visibility. Trees planted within fteen feet of a driveway, or intersection, shall not exceed three feet in height and tree canopies must be a minimum of eight feet high to maintain clear vision areas. Tree canopies should also be maintained at eight feet over a sidewalk and 14 feet above vehicular travel and parking lanes.
ese hazards are safety concerns, and we want to make sure everyone is safe in Sandy City! We appreciate the e orts you make to keep our community safe and beautiful.
To le a complaint related to landscaping hazards you can contact Siainiu Tei-Misa at 801-568-7254 or by email at steimisa@sandy.utah.gov. You can also report it with your Sandy City CityServe app. If you haven’t setup your account, download the app and stay connected to Sandy City.
How to Access your Court Case Information: MyCase
In 2020 the Utah State Courts launched MyCase, an online portal for individuals to access court case information at no cost. Previously, individuals who wanted to access their court case information would utilize Xchange which required a monthly fee or a visit to a local courthouse. Since 2020, MyCase has expanded and now allows parties to access their case in both the Justice and District Courts. For Justice Courts this includes access to Small Claims Online Dispute Resolution as well as the state’s Deferred Prosecution for dismissal of minor tra c o enses. MyCase is available to anyone who is a party to a case in any court in the State of Utah, including access to expunged cases. Individuals can see the case history, documents led on the case, make payments as well as see upcoming hearings on all cases they are a party to through the MyCase portal. On certain case types, individuals can also electronically le documents with the court through MyCase, including Small Claims at the Sandy Justice Court.
To create a MyCase account, go to utcourts.gov/mycase and follow the instructions.
If you have received a recent tra c citation and are interested in Deferred Prosecution, go to utcourts.gov/deferredtra c
Individuals looking to access case information on any case, not just their own cases, can still do so with a monthly subscription to XChange. To access XChange go to utcourts.gov/xchange
Access to MyCase and X Change at no cost, can also be accessed at the Sandy Justice Court’s new Court Video Booth/ Kiosk located at the Sandy Justice Court (210 W Sego Lily Drive, Sandy) on the second oor near the clerk’s station. e Kiosk was installed in August 2023 and is available to anyone who would like to utilize MyCase, XChange, view the Court’s website or attend a remote hearing for any District or Justice Court statewide.
July 6 AWSC Pops Concert Free!
July 10 Nickel Creek & Andrew Bird
July 11 Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA
July 24 The Decemberists
July 25 Norah Jones
August 1 Air Supply
August 3 Demetri Martin
August 9 Koe Wetzel
August 10 Hotel California: A Salute to The Eagles
August 14 Walker Hayes
August 16-17 Howard Jones & ABC
August 30 25th Anniversary Celebration Free! AND
Sandy Justice Court
9565 S. Highland Drive, Sandy, Utah 84092
PLAY & LEARN PRESCHOOL 2024-2025 (AGES 3-5)
Children learn to express themselves through play, activities, and interaction with others. rough free play, group learning indoor and outdoor play, we o er a variety of activities to help children learn and grow as individuals. We provide a safe learning environment that allows children to be creative and build con dence.
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL 2024-2025 (GRADES K-5)
Children will enjoy their after-school time doing a variety of games and activities. Schools we drop o and pick up from are Beehive Academy, Peruvian Park, Silver Mesa, Willow Canyon, Park Lane, Quail Hollow, Granite, and Brookwood.
KINDER CAMP (AGES 3-5)
Hours 9:15 a.m. -11:40 a.m.
Two-week sessions
Session 4 July 15-26 | Session 5 July 29 – Aug. 8
INCLUDES:
• 30-minute swim lesson at the end of class
• Arts and Crafts
• Games
• Activities
• Plenty of active play
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD SESSION 5
is camp is a 2-week long program for ages 9-14. Junior Lifeguard will receive lessons that include American Red Cross Lifeguarding techniques, CPR/AED and First Aid skills, and safety. is program is taught by American Red Cross Lifeguards, Lifeguard Instructors and Water Safety Instructors.
SNAPOLOGY SUMMER
Mining & Building (Minecraft)
Travel to the Nether with Snapology but watch out for those creepers! Come join us as we bring Minecraft® to life using LEGO® bricks. Create your own world, including animals, creepers, and your very own Minecraft® character.
POKEMANIA
In this themed camp, students will build and explore the world of Pokemon as they create their own gyms, battles, and even their very own generation of Pokemon using LEGO® bricks. Children will also learn about real world science as they learn about the habitats of the Pokemon. Your child will have a blast becoming the best Pokemon trainer ever.
POWERCHESS - AUG. 5-8
PowerChess’s Summer Camps are an excellent opportunity for students of all ages to improve their critical thinking skills and keep their minds engaged over the summer break. e PowerupSummer Camp is designed to help students learn the FUNdamentals of chess including basic piece movement, checkmating patterns, and other foundational principles of the game in a dynamic and engaging environment.
River Oaks Golf Course
9300 S. Riverside Drive, Sandy, Utah (801) 568-4653
Sandy.utah.gov/golf
NORTH RANGE TEACHING FACILITY
Ryan is a class PGA professional. He has been teaching golf for 16 years. He is a Teaching Professional at River Oaks in Sandy City. Ryan is the 2016 Utah PGA Teacher of the Year. He has certi cations with the Titleist Performance Institute, Trackman, and K-Vest. His Computer Science Degree from the University of Utah helps him use the most up to date technology in his lessons. Ryan teaches players of all levels from beginning juniors to professional golfers.
To schedule a lesson or club tting with Ryan; call (435)-840-3102 or email ryanholtgolf@gmail.com.
SUMMER GOLF ACTIVITIES
• Junior Golf Classes – Taught by PGA Professionals from Inmotion Golf inmotionjuniorgolf.com
• Women’s Golf Classes – Learn from professionals trained in the uniqueness of the women’s game.
• Golf Tournaments – Book your Company Golf Tournament Today mhigh@sandy.utah.gov
Coach Highlight: Barry Hecker
Barry Hecker, a former NBA coach, is bringing his extensive expertise to the youth basketball players of Sandy Utah. Barry Hecker has had a substantial career of coaching basketball that spans over fty years. He has worked on various coaching levels including high school and college teams, as well as being a clinician working for USA Basketball and clinics overseas.
Hecker’s most distinguished career achievement is working in the NBA for 21 years. During this time, he found success while coaching the guards with the Los Angeles Clippers and the forwards with the Memphis Grizzlies. In addition to assistant coaching, Hecker was also a Player Personnel Director for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Grizzlies. He has worked alongside many renowned NBA players as well as four hall of fame coaches.
Even though working in the NBA would seem to be the pinnacle moment of any basketball coaches’ career, Hecker has noted that he nds more ful llment in working with the up-and-coming players of today. He nds it highly rewarding to install important fundamental skills and morals in youth players to help ensure a bright future in their basketball careers.
Hecker explained, “I simply enjoy teaching the game. It’s great to see a smile on someone’s face as they experience success. If you help somebody, you’ll be somebody.” is past June, Hecker continued his highly eminent youth basketball camp in Sandy Utah. e camp is designed for girls and boys in 4th to 9th grades. ese young players were taught fundamentals of foot work, passing, dribbling, and shooting. Campers were separated by skill and age levels. Hecker has taught camps for Sandy Recreation for many years, typically in June and December. If interested, you can register for his camps six-weeks prior by going to sandy.utah.gov/registration.
“ ese camps are all about the basic fundamentals of basketball,” Hecker said. “We focus on quality fundamental instruction; we work hard with a lot of discipline and structure, and we have a lot of fun. When these kids walk out of there, they know they’ve been taught and improved.”
PARKS & RECREATION
JULY
HAPPENINGS (For detail and registration, visit: sandy.utah.gov/registration)
• Spock’s Skate Camp – Learn the fundamentals of skateboarding. Helmets, knee, and elbow pads required. Session 2 begins July 12, 19, 26; Session 3 Aug 2, 9, 16. Camps are held on Fridays from 9–11 a.m. Camp costs are $75.
• Challenger Soccer Camps - Challenger Sports is the leading soccer camp company in North America and our International Soccer Camp is where we channel our energy and passion for the game into a fun yet developmental environment. Our industry experts have crafted an approach which uses methodologies from all around the world to truly reflect the global nature of the sport today. We use ageappropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace, learn brand new skills, and become an all-round better player...while having an amazing time with our international coaching staff! Dates: July 8-12. Ages: 3-14.
• Utah Elite Soccer Camps - Have your young athlete trained by college soccer players this summer! Whether your child is just starting out, or looking to improve on existing skills, Utah Elite Soccer will help your child achieve their goals while having a blast, making friends, and learning life lessons. Camp Dates: July 15-19, Aug. 12-16. Ages: 4-12.
• Skyhawks Multi-Sports Camp - Multi-Sport camps are designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport, along with vital life lessons such as sportsmanship, inclusion, and teamwork. Capture the Flag, Dodgeball, & Ultimate Frisbee Camp Dates: July 15-19. Ages: 6-12.
• Skyhawks Basketball Camp - This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Using our progression-based curriculum, we focus on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages. Camp Dates: July 22-26. Ages: 6-12.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB
Outdoor Adventure Club is made for kids ages 5-9 to get outside and have fun. Sessions include crafts, games, and adventures such as painting, nature journals, plant/ animal identification, yard games, scavenger hunts, etc. Sessions are 2 hours long, once a week, for three weeks. Each week will have a new theme with new activities. Sessions will be held at either Hidden Valley Park or Falcon Park. Limited number of participants at each site. Sign up early.
Registration Deadline: Week of Session or until full
Session 1 Dates: July 8, 15, 22
Session 2 Dates: July 9, 16, 23
Session 3 Dates: July 10, 17, 31
Session 4 Dates: July 11, 18, 25
Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Ages: 5–9
Cost: $40
2024 SANDY BASKETBALL CAMP
Camps are designed and geared for boys and girls of varying ages and abilities. Emphasizes execution of fundamentals like dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and footwork.
Dates: July 16-18 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Grades: 3-7
Times: Boys/Girls 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Boys/Girls 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $45
Location: Sandy Parks & Recreation Gym - 440 East 8680 South
MIDNIGHT MOON RUN 5K
Registration fee includes a race t-shirt, awards, and a prize drawing. Family discount to immediate family members with three or more people registering from the same household. Group discount also available.
Dates: Sep.20 (Friday Night at 11:59 p.m.)
Time: Midnight
Cost: $30
Location: Alta Canyon Sports Center – 9565 South 2000 East
FALL ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
Come play a short 7-game season plus tournament. Double header leagues available.
Registration Deadline: August 11
Divisions: Mens and Coed
Leagues Begin: Week of August 26
Cost: $400/team
2024 FALL SPORT REGISTRATION
Sport/Programs Age / Grade Deadline Begins
Recreation Soccer PreK-10 July 28 Aug. 17
Baseball (Machine & Player Pitch) 3-6 August 4 Week of Aug. 26
T-Ball & Coach Pitch PreK-2 August 4 Week of Aug.26
Girls Softball (Fastpitch) 3-6 August 4 Week of Aug. 26
Soccer Academy PreK-2 Until Full Sep.9 & 10
Flag Football 1–4 August 4 Week of Aug. 19
Girls Volleyball 5-8 September 1 Week of Sep.23
48 E 9400 S, Sandy, UT 84070 paulsautoand4x4.com
Paul’s Automotive is a family owned and operated business. e mechanic shop has been in business since 1981. ey originally opened shop where the “J” statue from the old Jordan High School currently sits and then in 1994, they moved to their current location (48 E 9400 S) due to needing more space to expand their business. Most of their customers are referrals, but the hard and honest work they put into each vehicle speaks for itself. ey o er emissions tests on a walk-in basis for just $38 and you can schedule an appointment with them for almost any other vehicle repair needs.
Every year, more people are moving into re prone wildland urban interface or WUI areas. e “wildland urban interface” (WUI) is where development has occurred in wildland settings. is general movement to WUI areas has placed more homes, property, and lives at risk. Why? ere are not enough re- ghting resources to protect every home in all situations. Recent conditions, including drought, insect infestations and lack of re (which normally cleans out densely vegetated areas) have resulted in dangerously re prone WUI regions. ese circumstances have forced WUI residents to take additional precautions by preparing now:
• Sign up for your community’s warning system. e Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
• Know your evacuation routes and nd several ways to leave the area. Drive the evacuation routes and nd shelter locations. Have a plan for pets and livestock.
• Gather emergency supplies, including masks that lter out particles in the air you breathe. Keep in mind each person’s speci c needs, including medication. Don’t forget the needs of pets.
• Keep important documents in a reproof safe. Create password protected digital copies.
• Use re-resistant materials to build, renovate, or make repairs.
• Find an outdoor water source with a hose that can reach any area of your property. Create a re-resistant zone that is free of leaves, debris, or ammable materials at least 30 feet from your home.
Additional resources can be found at:
• utah reinfo.gov/active-wild res
• sandy.utah.gov/1524/Wildland-Urban-Interface
• ready.gov/wild res
• beready.utah.gov/utah-hazards/wild re
Conservation Quarterly: Smart Watering Habits in Summer
If you have lawn in your yard, it’s most likely a cool season grass like Kentucky Blue Grass. Cool season grasses go dormant in the heat of the summer, leaving your lawn looking a little yellow and sad. This is normal, and totally okay! Adding more water will not necessarily revive these dormant areas. Instead, you may just be wasting water. Your lawn will green up again when the weather cools down.
You can help your lawn become more resilient by maintaining longer mow length (3-4”), aerating and fertilizing appropriately, and not beveling grass edges. You can maximize your watering efficiency by adjusting your watering schedule: Water your lawn during the early morning hours or late evening to minimize evaporation. This allows the water to penetrate the soil effectively and reduces water loss due to heat and sun. Avoid watering during the hottest parts of the day when evaporation rates are highest.
Not sure how much to water? Check out the DNR’s Weekly Watering Guide. conservewater.utah.gov/weekly-lawn-watering-guide
Want to upgrade your irrigation’s intelligence? Consider getting a Smart Controller. Rebates are available! Head to utahwatersavers.com
• Want to get an assessment of your irrigation system’s performance? Sign up for a free irrigation audit through USU WaterCheck. visit: extension.usu.edu/cwel/watercheck
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July 4th Holiday Waste Collection
Thursday July 4 is a holiday, so if your service is scheduled on Thursday and Friday, your collection will be delayed by one day. Regular service resumes the following week.