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FREE MAJOR PITFALLS IN SELLING A HOME HANDMADE QUILTS AND HATS DONATED to RonaldMcDonald house by senior quilting group By Keyra Kristoffersen | keyrak@mycityjournals.com
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hen it comes to donating to folks in need, the quilting group from Sagewood at Daybreak takes its responsibilities seriously. “I like doing stuff like this because I’ve been blessed and had so much in my life, and some of these people, they just can’t help it,” said Helen McCarty, who earned the nickname “Popcorn Lady” after she began churning out around four to five beanie hats a week once she relearned how to do hooking with yarn. The quilter’s club got off the ground two years ago when Carolyn Smetcer arrived at the senior residence living home and donated her quilting frames and yarn after spending a lifetime creating. “I wouldn’t be happy if I didn’t have a quilt up,” said Smeltcer, who gathered a few of her friends together to tie quilts and chat. “It’s been fun, and we’ve made, I would say, 40 quilts in the two years I’ve been here.” At first, it began as a place for the ladies to get together, chat, learn new things about their fellow residents and do something that could keep them busy, or out of mischief, as the club agreed. But after giving away a few of the quilts to some of the staff, others offered to buy the quilts for family members and friends. The group found that they preferred to keep things strictly charitable and so has members of their staff, like Kelsey Meha, find organizations in need of help. “The biggest thing was it was something they could contribute to the community and it made us all feel good to do that,” said Meha, who has been at Sagewood for two years and organizes activities, exercise classes and events for the residents.
Meha believes everyone needs to have a purpose in their life, and when other staff members brought up the possibility of donating to those in the most need, she put it to the group to decide how best they’d like to contribute. The Sagewood ladies worked for several months and were able to donate more than 25 assorted beanies, including some for premature babies, five tie fleece blankets, four quilted blankets and several sets of infant mittens to the Ronald McDonald House in Salt Lake City. Their next project involves making as many yarn beanies as they can, filling them with hygiene products by July 13 and taking them to downtown Salt Lake and giving them to homeless men and women in preparation of the winter. The hygiene kits will include shampoos, soaps and toothbrushes donated by the Sagewood residents that the shelters can hand out. “I like to be busy; I like to be constructive,” said Jodi Smith, who has been dubbed “Official Puff Ball Maker” by her friends because she makes most of the toppers that go on the hats. “I like to help people in need, so it just kind of fit my modus operandi,” Even when a resident has difficulty making actual quilts or hats, the group is able to use their skills in other ways like rolling yarn into balls to expedite the creative process. Judy is one of the quilting group who couldn’t keep up with her previous life in quilting and crafts after a stroke but discovered that she could easily make loom hats with her lessened mobility and taught other interested ladies. “There are a lot of people here who have a lot of really good talents,” Smith said. The senior residents at Sagewood at Daybreak
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Members of the Sagewood at Daybreak Quilting Club make hooked hats to donate to the homeless shelters. (Keyra Kristoffersen/City Journals)
have also been visited by elementary students from Daybreak Academy in support of the Longest Day program, an intergenerational activity sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and combat Alzheimer’s disease, along with dementia, which afflicts approximately 30,000 Utah residents.
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PTA bestows awards to Jordan Ridge Elementary By Julie Slama | Julie@mycityjournals.com
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fter 35 years working with Jordan School District, it takes something unexpected to catch Jordan Ridge Elementary Principal Cathy Anderson off-guard. That’s just what happened when she was honored not only as Parent-Teacher Association’s Region 6 Outstanding Administrator but also as one of four outstanding principals in the state. “I was surprised since I’m retiring this summer and couldn’t believe the PTA, our teachers and parents, got together to nominate me,” she said. “It was totally unexpected.” PTA Region 6 Director Dawn Ramsey said she was happy Anderson was recognized. “I was thrilled,” she said. “She is absolutely deserving. For the past 11 years, Jordan Ridge teachers, students and parents have loved her.” Regional PTA winners at Jordan Ridge Elementary include Kimberly Sanders as outstanding educator, Michelle Spens with spirit of PTA award and Sonja Delaney as outstanding volunteer. Ramsey said the executive board reads nominations from every school. “We were really impressed with the quality of nominations,” she said. “Jordan Ridge’s nominations were excellent; they took the time to write why their nominees are so deserving and highlighted some of the great things they’ve done.” PTA member Maria Tegtmeier said Jordan Ridge volunteers came together to decide whom to nominate. “It was really hard to narrow down the nomination to one teacher,” she said. “But there were so many notes and stories about Ms. Sanders. She has touched our community by bringing meals to those going through cancer or being willing to be silly and fun with the fun run kick-off. Students wrote how they’d sing or do art projects, which tied to what they were learning.” Anderson was pleased Sanders was recognized. “She’s a phenomenal teacher who came here 10 years ago, starting with ALPS (accelerated learning program) in second grade,” Anderson said. “She has sweet relationships with her students, and the kids and parents just love her.” Tegtmeier said their applications for each candidate typically were four or five pages long. “There wasn’t any discussion about not doing these,” she said. “It’s a simple way we can show our appreciation to nominate them
Jordan Ridge Elementary’s volunteer Sonja Delaney, Principal Catherine Anderson, teacher Kimberly Sanders and volunteer Michelle Spens recently were honored as regional PTA winners. (Maria Tegtmeier/Jordan Ridge Elementary)
and thank them.” Anderson said Spens has helped in many PTA projects as a parent volunteer but is best known for co-chairing the daddy–daughter and mother–son events that have evolved into “jammed-packed, fun-filled evenings.” This past year, the school held its own comic con where students could draw their own superhero, identify famous castles or train to be princesses. Another popular destination that night was Frozone Freeze Dance, where they tested their dancing and freezing moves. Other activities Spens and co-chair Tegtmeier created included a photo booth with superhero props, hidden photos located in several hallways, a chance to save Captain America’s shield, making their own tiaras, smashing villains with a wall ball, matching spaceships to stories, superhero dad libs, superhero trivia quiz, Avengers word search and rescue, and superhero hullabaloo. Last year, the duo created a “Star Wars” night, and the year before, there were “Harry Potter”-themed activities. Anderson said Sonja also has been involved in the PTA through the years.
“Sonja’s been co-president twice, sits on the School Community Council, and if there’s a job, she does it anywhere and everywhere and does a phenomenal job while she’s at it,” she said. Delany said in addition to serving as co-president, she also has been PTA secretary and Reflections chair and helped with other activities and events the past six years. “They totally surprised me,” Delany said. “It’s pretty nice when your peers recognize the work you do, but I just like being where the kids are and working with them.” Delany said parents amassed 800 volunteer hours, so it helps for them to be successful in so many activities. “Our school parents are involved and willing to support our administration and teachers,” she said. “With our jog-a-thon, we’ve brought in more than $25,000 per year, which helps with field trips, D.A.R.E., ribbon weeks and all the usual PTA activities as well as support and update technology in our school. We appreciate being recognized, but we’re all in it together for the kids.” l
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Local elementary students shine at sports day By Julie Slama | Julie@mycityjournals.com
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outh Jordan Elementary sixth-grader Paul Kolo loves to run, so he practiced both sprints and distance running during his physical education class at school in preparation for Jordan School District’s annual Sports Day. Paul had been looking forward to meeting his goals. “I want to run faster than I did last year,” he said before the competition day. Fifth-grader Savannah Martinez, who also likes the 50-yard dash, said she has run in her neighborhood or while playing basketball and softball with friends. “I’m excited to have my mom and older sister there watching me run,” she said. Paul and Savannah were among the student-athletes from 12 schools who paraded in their school shirts around the track at Herriman High School while carrying banners, waving their hands to teachers, principals, school district officials and families who came to support these students with differing levels of ability during Sports Day. Sports Day is an opportunity for Jordan School District students of all abilities — those who have autism, Down syndrome, learning disabilities, language disabilities,
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intellectual disabilities, those physically challenged with walkers and wheelchairs and other multiple disabilities — to come together to race in a 50-meter dash, long jump, softball throw and cross country distance run. “Sports Day is the most amazing event,” said South Jordan Assistant Principal Tiffany Cooke, who was part of it for the first time. “The opportunity for these kids to compete and feel the successes of their peers that they may not typically have is overwhelming. They get the support from their peers at the school when they clap for them as they leave and tell them they already are winners. This gives them so much confidence.” Matched in small groups with other students of similar abilities, students are challenged within their own level during the competition. Paul started the day with the cross country 1-mile run where he ran among the leaders and finished with a top participant button. He then ran the 50-meter dash to get a second-place ribbon. “The other guy was so fast — he was just ahead of me,” Paul said after the race.
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Elk Meadows student Greyson Holbrook was hoping to collect a bunch of ribbons at Jordan School District’s Sports Day. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
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“I’m hoping I’ll do well in the jump and throw.” He rounded out his competition with second place in long jump and third in the softball throw. Meanwhile, classmate Savannah dashed into lead to win her 50-meter dash. “I did what my sister said: ‘Don’t look; just run and run as fast as you can,’” she said. Savannah also placed second in the long jump and received honorable mention in the softball throw. Monte Vista student Ayden Hill is an athlete who loves to play soccer and baseball, so he was ready to compete in all the events. “I framed the ribbons I got last year,” he said before he competed. “I’ve had my team shirt ready.” Elk Meadows student Greyson Holbrook was hoping to collect a bunch of ribbons at Sports Day. “I’ve been practicing running around the gym,” he said. “Racing is my favorite thing.”
His mother, Christie Flower, said her son is athletic and competitive. “It’s a fun opportunity for him and other students to get out and do something together from their usual routines,” she said. “The PE teachers help these kids prepare so on the day, they feel successful and supported.” Elk Meadows Principal Aaron Ichimura Sports Day isn’t just about competing but about friendships and displaying good sportsmanship so students know how to congratulate one another and know how to demonstrate good behavior. “We want good sportsmanship from all our students, and for me, this is one of my favorite highlights of the year, when I see it in action,” he said. “Our school supports these students as they walk from their classroom to the bus with the ‘Rocky’ theme song playing. Everyone lines the hallways, clapping and cheering them on. We have staff and parents here supporting them. It’s just fun to watch them do their best. It’s their day.” l
MAJOR PITFALLS in Selling a Home
Too many times during a transaction you will get a call about the buyers cancelling the contract. This begins to throw the seller into a world of chaos. I ask the buyers agent ‘why is the buyer canceling?’ The buyers agent responds to me quite often, “I dont know they just told me to cancel.” I proceed to ask more questions and usually I get a run around of reasons but nothing defined. There are over 7,000 agents in the area but they dont teach you this at real estate school. So I come across this often in transactions. Recently Ive had this discussion with other agents on 3 different transactions. The other agent didnt know why their buyer was canceling the contract. I offered my assistance to meet with the buyer. Once I met with the buyer my goal was three fold. Validate the emotions, zero in on the concern, and then get a commitment. Using this technique I saved all 3 deals. Sometimes there wasn’t a concern to resolve, just a need to feel heard and comforted. Other times doing something small made them feel better. This takes time and practice and being genuine.
Buying a home can be very stressful and emotional for most buyers. But when a buyer cancels it throws the sellers world into disarray. With only 1,000 earnest money when everyone is packed and you are either buying a new place or signed a lease on a new place the sellers world will start to cave in. How do you avoid it? Starts with making sure deadlines, earnest money, and the buyers lender are all in a position to ensure a good closing. Then when problems come up, it takes very good skills at finding out what the problem really is and solving it. Often nothing solves problems more than years of experience solving problems. No transaction is the same because every home, buyer and seller are different.
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www.UtahDave.com or www.DaybreakLiving.com South Jordan Elementary fifth-grader Savannah Martinez sprints to win the 50-yard dash during Jordan School District’s Sports Day. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
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Kids get down to business By Jet Burnham | j.burnham@mycityjournals.com
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re your kids bored this summer? Do they want to make some extra cash? They might be interested in joining hundreds of kids, aged 4 to 16, who are selling their handmade products to the public at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market. Exclusively for young entrepreneurs, these Markets are held each month at various locations. “The idea was born out of boredom,” said the market founder’s mother. At age 8, Kayden started selling lemonade as a way to entertain himself. “I thought it’d be cool to get a bunch of kids selling their stuff,” said Kayden. His idea became the Children’s Entrepreneur Market, started last fall. Kayden’s mom said the Market introduces kids to the aspects of running a business in a safe environment. It also provides a lot of traffic for the young entrepreneurs to reach a large number of customers in just one day. At the market on July 8, held in
the parking lot of Noah’s Event Venue, kids were selling lemonade, popsicles, homemade treats, jewelry, 3-D printed toys, bath bombs, yoga classes, hair bows, stress balls, herb plants, cinnamon rolls, original artwork, sewing projects, solar-viewing glasses and more. Lydian Crowther, age 10, created her own dog treats and came from Ogden to sell at the market. “I took a recipe online, but then I tweaked some of the ingredients and amounts,” said Lydian, whose own dog is her taste-tester. She created her own sign and colorful packaging to market her creations. Alyssa, Justin and Mallory Wadsworth, from West Jordan, made 110 wizarding wands to sell at the three-hour-long market. Justin had taken a wand to school and had a lot of kids ask to buy one. His mom, Lynette, suggested the Market as a great place to sell them. She thought it would be a good experience for her children to learn about marketing and give them an opportunity
The Picketts sold solar glasses for viewing the upcoming total solar eclipse. They hoped to earn enough money for a trip to see the eclipse later this month. (Jet Burnham/City Journals)
to reach more customers than just in their neighborhood. Keeping with the wizarding theme, the Wadsworths also sold popsicles, which they advertised as “cold wizard wands.”
“It’s a great experience to get the kids out talking to people, building confidence,” said Amy James, from Sandy. This was her son’s first face-to-face experience selling his products.
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“As parents, we’ve been able to talk to them about cost and capital — explaining when you have money you can buy things; once you buy it, you can sell it for more and make money,” said Jason Johnson. The family had coordinated coupons with sales to purchase products and raw materials to increase their profits. The Johnsons encouraged their kids to solicit sales by calling out what they were selling to shoppers walking by. Jason added incentive for his kids to sell more when he told them, “Whatever you don’t sell, you have to carry back to the car.” There are plans to expand the market. Next spring, guest speakers will teach marketing classes about branding, packaging, etc. There will be a Shark Tank-type of competition for teens. Kayden said often kids come to the market to shop and end up hosting a booth the next month. The next market will be Aug. 12 in Lehi. On Sept. 2, the market will be at Noah’s Event Venue. Registration and information can be found at childrensentrepreneurmarket.com. Events have between 70 and 160 booths, which cost a mere $10. Entrepreneurs receive a T-shirt to identify them to buyers and a swag bag of snacks, water and a book about how business works.l
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Mayor brings to light questionable county fund distribution By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com
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ayor Dave Alvord helped bring to light a large discrepancy in how certain county sales tax funds are used, and city councilmembers voiced their appreciation at a June city council meeting. Alvord spearheaded an effort in June calling on Salt Lake County Council A graph showing the distribution of county tax funds for transportation projects since 2003. (South Jordan Mayor Dave Alvord Facebook page) members to change a process that has seen revenue, from county sales tax funds that are used for regional trans- determined by lobbyists and that there was no portation projects, disproportionately distribut- public vetting process. Alvord told city councilmembers during ed across the valley. Since 2003, South Jordan received none their June 6 city council meeting that he told the of those funds while other cities—Sandy, Tay- county council “this has been perfectly unfair.” “It wasn’t for a lack of needing projects; lorsville and Draper—received $42.9 million, it was simply that we weren’t ever told how to $23.5 million and $18.5 million, respectively. The process of how those funds are distrib- apply for this money,” Alvord said. “Again, this uted has caused ire among residents and city of- list wasn’t done in a transparent way.” Though the process will continue, Alvord ficials. thanked residents on his Facebook page for “What upset the council and the mayor and the city manager was that your tax money was their participation. He wrote the county council basically going to fund other cities’ transporta- vote would have been 7-2 without the emails sent from residents. tion projects,” said Councilman Chris Rogers. “I feel satisfied that I left it all on the field He said South Jordan has contributed $20 and I’ll sleep well tonight. I am also happy that million to a county fund that, up until this year, light has been shed on a flawed process,” he brought the city nothing. wrote. It comes from a process that sees the counQuestions may arise that city officials ty fund—called the “quarter of the quarter”— don’t need money for transportation projects, accrue money from one-quarter of the .25 sales and they don’t want to see more construction tax for transit. Four different cities, including come to South Jordan, Alvord addressed that South Jordan, saw no money assigned to projwhen he wrote in a Facebook comment that the ects for their areas over that 14-year span. money is typically used on tributary roads, or Another $47 million from the fund was streets attached to larger roadways. distributed this year with South Jordan receiv“If your city doesn’t get this money—you ing $1.5 million, while Draper and Sandy rehave to use your general fund, which can affect ceive another $5.8 million and $5 million, reyour property taxes in the long run,” he wrote. spectively. City council members and residents were The county council voted 4-4 to rescind appreciative of the mayor’s endeavors that saw the distribution decision in June, meaning the him call on grassroots action from residents, as fund will go forward this year. well as speak to the county council regarding “Anytime your public taxpayer money is being spent, you should know how it’s being the disparity. Resident Chuck Newton wrote in an email spent, where it’s being spent, and this list of $47 read during the June 20 city council meeting million shouldn’t be created in secret,” Rogers that this will positively affect South Jordan Salt said. “It’s extremely unfortunate that this proLake County and Utah for years to come.” cess went the way it did.” “A big thanks should go to Mayor Alvord Sen. Wayne Harper (R-Taylorsville) gave for putting himself out on a ledge to restore the list to Alvord at a mayor’s conference this justice and equality to the regional transportayear. It showed the distribution for the quarter tion issue and fair funding; for winning when of the quarter fund. the deck was stacked against him,” wrote The lack of knowledge on how which citNewton, a former city councilmember for ies get what money is what irked city officials South Jordan. l and countless others. City officials felt it was
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South Jordan Middle introduces motivational academic support program By Julie Slama | Julie@mycityjournals.com
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uring the fourth quarter of the school year, several South Jordan Middle School students were invited to participate in the newly created 4-for-4 academic support program. “I wanted to do something to help students who were struggling academically, to help them boost their work, to recognize them for their efforts and improve,” said Assistant Principal Timothy Heumann. After attending a program created to rejuvenate educators that was created in the Jordan School District-Brigham Young University partnership, Heumann along with teachers Kate Hinlinson and Brian Browther, decided to become advocates and help struggling students. They attended a conference in Tennessee to learn how to refine practices and look for ideas to create a program that would work at South Jordan Middle School. The program was created out of that, which involves meeting with students four times during that fourth quarter, hence the name 4-for-4. “We invited students who had multiple failing grades for multiple quarters and asked what they wanted — how they wanted to be rewarded, what would motivate them, how we could support them, what their goals are and then created an intervention time to work with them,” he said. Although data showing if there was improvement with the students’ fourth-quarter grades wasn’t available as of press deadline, 22 students choose to participate in the program that was designed to help them. To kick off the program, Heumann invited former University of Utah and Weber State University basketball player Lance Allred, who now is a motivational speaker. “He basically put it down as a choice for them,” Heumann
said. “He said you can choose your path — to do better and change the direction of your life.” Allred shared with students his life — how he came out of a polygamous family in Montana as a deaf, lanky student who didn’t fit in. However, he shared his life story of how he changed his life to ultimately become the first legally deaf player in the NBA, playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers. “He talked to the kids for about 45 minutes, and during that time, one girl doodled around the word ‘choice.,’” Heumann said. “After he was done, she gave it to him, and it was quite emotional when he realized he connected with her and thanked her for listening.” During that session, counselors and administrators were there to support the program, thanks to about 20 parent volunteers who came to cover the usual lunchroom supervision. Former University of Utah, Weber State University and NBA basketball player and “They felt it was that important to students in their now motivational speaker Lance Allred poses with South Jordan Middle School’s school to receive the support they needed. It was really staff and faculty after inspiring struggling students. (Timothy Heumann/South Jordan meaningful,” Heumann said. Middle School) Other 25-minute sessions, held during the school’s intervention time, included watching some YouTube motivational videos, such as Caine’s Arcade. marks, such as 75 percent of their work turned in. “We want them to realize if they pushed a little harder, they “We had kids motivated to do more and teachers there supcould see how much better they could do and how it could help porting them,” Heumann said, as he added the program will them lead toward what they may want to do in their lives,” Heu- continue this coming fall. “My heart goes out to these struggling mann said. The team also gave them rewards the students chose — students who need support, and I’m hoping we’re helping them mostly soda, chips and candy bars — if they achieved bench- and showing them we care.” l
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The new Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy opens it’s JEWEL BOX Theatre (a horse-shoe shaped theatre) September 1st with Forever Plaid. Your 4 Favorite Crooners Return! What happens when a 50’s quartet is allowed to come back from heaven to do the show they never got to do on earth? Fabulous music… 16 Tons, Love is a Many Splendored Thing, Three Coins in a Fountain… Experience it all on our new, cozy Jewel Box Stage! By Ross and Raitt. One of your most requested shows of our 32 years!
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Magical Harry Potter camp brings Hogwarts to life
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By Kelly Cannon | kelly@mycityjournals.com
or the week of July 10-15, the Viridian Events Center in West Jordan was transformed into the magical world of witches, wizards and all things Harry Potter. Called OWL Camp, the five day summer camp combined kids’ love of the Harry Potter books/ movies with science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) based learning. Each day of the camp was based off a book in the Harry Potter series with the first day being “The Sorcerer’s Stone” and the second day being “Chamber of Secrets.” The final day was a combination of both “Order of the Phoenix” and “Half-Blood Prince.” The camp did not include “Deathly Hallows” because of the serious and tragic subject matter in the book. The campers attended classes throughout the day that corresponded to the book of the day. “So this is second year, which is based off of ‘Chamber of Secrets.’ We have a potions class today where they’re learning how to make slime,” said Nyssa Fleig, the library program manager for the Salt Lake County Library Services. “We also have a defense against the dark arts class where they are learning self-defense moves. We have herbology where they are learning how to make mandrakes.” Various classes were taught by volunteers in the community. These included Utah State University Extension 4-H teaching herbology, Hogle Zoo teaching care of magical creatures, University of Utah graduate poetry students teaching charms and Family Tae Kwon Do teaching defense against the dark arts. “There are two components to OWL Camp. One is the STEAM classes that goes from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. They have four classes each day,” Fleig said. “The other part is the immersive experience. We really want them to feel like they are going to Hogwarts.”
In addition to the classes, the “Chamber of Secrets” day also included a guest appearance by Gilderoy Lockhart and a basilisk on display. Kids could also download an interactive version of the Marauder’s Map. At the end of each day, family and friends of the campers could come and take a trip to Hogsmeade where local businesses set up shops full of fun treats and trinkets. The idea for OWL Camp stemmed from other successful Harry Potter programs put on by the library services. “We’ve done movie release launches and book release launches and midnight parties. We’ve done an annual Yule Ball for the past five years. It happens in January and it’s just for the teens,” Fleig said. “We’ve always had a lot of success with Harry Potter themed programs. It’s a great combination of literacy and fandom and we get to add a little STEAM education so it was a great fit. We wanted to build on the success of the programs.” Fleig said the library services wanted to try their hand at summer camp, explaining there are a lot of kids in the community who can’t attend traditional summer camp for a number of reasons. “We wanted to meet that need in an environment that is free and accepting, that is flexible so they can feel welcome and they already have a connection with the fandom,” Fleig said. Leading up to the camp, several library locations held special Diagon Alley shops where anyone, not just campers, could come in and make Harry Potter themed crafts. These included Pottage’s Cauldron Shop in Herriman, Magical Menagerie at Bingham Creek, Ollivander’s Wand Making in Holladay, Weasly’s Wizard Wheezes in Hunter, Jokes and Pranks in Sandy, Sock Puppet Pets in Tyler and U-No-Poo Craft and Scramble in West Jordan.
Volunteers from across the valley helped teach Hogwarts classes at OWL Camp. (Kelly Cannon/City Journals)
Fleig hoped the campers built confidence and learned a new skill they didn’t have before attending the camp. She also hoped it made an impact on the summer slide. “We already known that when they get out in the spring and when they go back in the fall, a lot of kids end up behind,” Fleig said. “We’re hoping this is just one more opportunity where they can learn and keep those skills strong.” l
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irefighters and police officers are often recognized for their line of work with certificates, plaques and awards. Perhaps it’s time public works employees received an accolade or two. Two South Jordan City employees were recognized by the American Public Works Association Utah Chapter for their work. Mike Dennison was named the Storm Water Inspector of the Year, and Kevin Tate received the G. Mark Morrison Public Works Employee. “We found out the same day, and it was the same reaction (surprise),” Dennison said. “It was cool.” “It makes me feel appreciated,” Tate said. “Sometimes our work goes unnoticed in public works, so it’s good to be recognized.” The APWA sponsors an awards program to recognize those “who are truly making a difference in our communities in the public works field,” said Marv Allen, who represents the APWA Utah Chapter. Of the three individual awards the APWA gives out, Allen said two of them went to South Jordan employees. “The residents of the city are really the ones that have benefited from [them] being here,” said Public Works Director Jason Rasmussen. Dennison has been in the storm drain division for almost eight years, saying he “stumbled into this position.” With the many state and federal requirements the city is obligated to follow, Rasmussen said Dennison is “absolutely amazing” in a position that requires so much. In the last 12 months, Rasmussen said Dennison has performed more than 1,400 onsite inspections and 500 followup inspections where he ensures contractors don’t allow garbage waste, sediment and dirt into the water system. “Mike really possesses the professionalism and tact and at
Mike Dennison (right) and Kevin Tate hold up their awards after being recognized statewide for their efforts in the public works department. (Travis Barton/City Journals)
times assertiveness required that gets contractors to comply with requirements so that the city doesn’t get fined and in trouble with the state,” Rasmussen said. He added due to Dennison’s work with their storm water permit and inspection program, the city carries a strong reputation throughout the state. Rasmussen joked that he’s known Tate, whose been with the city 17 years, longer than his own kids. “When we first started out, there was something about Kevin that was special as far as dedication and his commitment to the job,” Rasmussen said. “That’s carried through for a long time.” Tate’s longevity has led to an accumulation of knowledge, whether it’s about street
maintenance, snow plowing, work zone safety or training new employees. “He’s an expert in many areas,” Rasmussen said. That expertise earned him his nickname around the department: the godfather. Tate is the person other employees come to when they’re in a pinch. “It’s a good thing,” Tate said of the distinctive nickname. “Sometimes you can be frustrated with it, but you got to remember that’s a good thing; that’s a compliment. They’re coming to you because you know or if you don’t know, you’re going to help them figure it out.” Calls for assistance aren’t limited to South Jordan, either. Rasmussen said public works agencies around the valley
call seeking advice with Tate providing his knowledge. “All of us are really lucky to have him here working for the city,” Rasmussen said. Councilman Patrick Harris offered a special thank you to the two employees and the entire public works department. “Oftentimes we give the police and the fire a lot of credit, and credit well-deserved, but there’s also other departments that do things to keep our city running the way it does: keep it clean, keep it efficient, keep our water flowing where it needs to go,” Harris said. It’s what they enjoy doing, even if it is an non-glorified department. “We realized that when we took the job,” Dennison said. “We just like what we do.” l
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Residents on display give South Jordan artists a place to show their talents By Keyra Kristoffersen | keyrak@mycityjournals.com
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hen Charles Larson had his stroke while serving a mission to New Jersey in 2009 for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with his wife, he knew he’d have a long way to go to get his life back in order and that included his lifelong passion for art. “I see differently now,” said Larson, who grew frustrated when he tried to take it up again but found it nearly impossible to draw a straight line that coincided with other lines. Larson, a resident of South Jordan his entire life, was introduced to art by a teacher in the third grade who had him start with shading. “I did that it, and it was amazing to me,” Larson said. And while distractions, such as cars at 16, and life events, like his stint in the Army Reserves and LDS mission at 19, might have occasionally taken him away from it, he always came back to his love of creating beautiful works of representational art. He even managed to take some extension classes at the University of Utah. When his son was in the hospital with Leukemia in 1991, Larson again picked up graphite pencils and pens and began sketching, eventually taking some extensions classes in watercolor and oil painting, where he says his true love lies, particularly in landscapes, though he has created portraits of his family in graphite. The South Jordan Residents on Display program has been going on for eight years and is an opportunity for the city to show off its artists and for artists to get their own one-man show, said Claron Perry of the Gale Center of History & Culture, who has been a part of the program for four years. “We invite any artists or photographers who want to come and present their work for two months,” said Perry. “We want
people to know we care about art in South Jordan.” Invitations to most artists to submit for the program are typically chosen at the annual judged art show, but anyone interested can contact the Arts Council to apply. Perry said at first it was difficult to find people who were interested or had enough pieces in their body of work, but now they’re booked up several months in advance. Pieces are displayed for one month at the Gale Center and one month at the South Jordan City Hall. The Residents on Display is a joint venture between the Gale Center and the South Jordan Arts Council, a city council-appointed committee composed mostly of volunteers. “Residents on Display is one of the Arts Council’s most favorite program because it’s really grown since it started,” said Katie Lindquist, liaison between the Arts Council and Gale Center, “It’s amazing to find so much talent in one city.” The Arts Council has been toying with several ideas for expanding the program, including adding 3-D and performance art pieces and eventually adding a youth Charles Larson and his wife, Sonja, pose in front of one of Larson’s oil paintings on category, as currently only adults over 18 can enter. display at the Gale Center. (Katie Lindquist) “We really like to encourage and build confidence in young artists as well,” said Lindquist. Display without telling him. All of the 28 pieces that Larson submitted for dis“I always said I was a closet artist, that I painted and put it play come from before he went on the mission to New Jersey and in the closet,” he said but admits that it was a fun experience for had his stroke. Larson’s wife, Sonja, was the one who insisted he show his his family and himself. “Family is supportive. I’m grateful for works to the world and signed him up to be part of Residents on my family.” l
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Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez to visit South Jordan’s Black Diamond Gym By Billy Swartzfager | billy@mycityjournals.com
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lympic Gold Medal gymnast and “Dancing with the Stars” winner Laurie Hernandez will be visiting Black Diamond Gymnastics and Sports Center in South Jordan on Sept 30. Her visit will mark the culmination of a months-long fundraiser Black Diamond’s gymnasts have been working on. All proceeds raised by Black Diamond will be donated to Primary Children’s Hospital. Participants at the gym began raising money in May hoping to bring in more than $100,000. The hospital performed more than $16 million in charity care for children in 2016 alone. The decision to go with Primary Children’s was an easy one for Black Diamond. “Every family that is part of Black Diamond has children, and almost all of them have personal experience or know someone who has had to use Primary Children’s services,” said Kelle Land, Black Diamond’s event coordinator. Last year, Black Diamond ran a similar fundraiser, though it used that money to buy new equipment for the gym. Olympian Jordyn Wieber appeared at the gym to cap off 2016’s campaign. The final event in September will be similar to what occurred last year, with Hernandez paying the gym a visit instead of Wieber. Those raising funds have multiple opportunities to earn special prizes involving Hernandez as well. There will be private clinics coached by the Olympian. Black Diamond gymnasts raising a minimum of $125 will be able to attend the hour long opportunity, while the top-30 fundraisers will be able to participate in an
additional clinic just for them. Everyone raising $250 will receive an autograph, be able to pose for picture and attend a questionand-answer session with Hernandez. After the Olympian answers questions, there will be a lunch where the top-10 fundraisers will get to sit at Hernandez’s table. Black Diamond is working with Lucas Sports, which works with world-class athletes to help raise funds for community sports. The all-time record for fundraising with Lucas Sports is $108,000, so Black Diamond hopes to bring in at least $109,000 with an ultimate goal of $150,000. The organization that holds the record did so with 130 participants. Black Diamond’s goal is to have all of their 187 participants from both South Jordan and Park City take part in raising money for the cause. At the time the interview was conducted, there were 114 young gymnasts registered on the fundraising website, 75 of whom had already solicited contributions. The gymnasts are highly motivated by the Hernandez’s coming visit. And, there are several weekly contests throughout the ordeal to keep them inspired. Top fundraisers each week can earn various prizes like being able to take selfies with Hernandez or being photobombed by the Gold Medalist. The young gymnasts are grateful for the opportunity to learn from Hernandez but are more grateful that the privilege is something they are even able to enjoy. According to Land, the fundraiser has helped to raise awareness as well as money.
Black Diamond gymnasts (Kelle Land/Black Diamond Gymnastics)
“This has shown these kids that there are children in the world who never get the opportunity to participate in sports due to illness and other unforeseen circumstances,” Land said, “It has taught them about true struggles.” According to Land, the gymnasts have also learned a lot about hard work, community responsibility and what it means to be a humanitarian. Everyone involved is proud to have contributed to helping children at Primary Children’s, and being excited to meet Laurie Hernandez is icing on the cake. l
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Tour of Utah comes to South Jordan for inaugural start and finish By Billy Swartzfager | billy@mycityjournals.com
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he Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah begins July 31, kicking off its 13th year. The 2017 version of the annual bicycle race spans 600 miles with 36,525 feet of climbing. In 2015, the event became a 2.HC-rated UCI sanctioned stage race, making it one of the finest in North America. Of the 10 Utah cities hosting a start or a finish line, six of them are doing so for the first time. South Jordan is one of the new cities to join the Tour and will be hosting both a start and finish. On Aug. 3, South Jordan’s inaugural start to the Tour’s Stage 4 will be on Redwood Road, using 11400 south to reach the Mountain View Corridor. Stage 4 covers new territory for the Tour of Utah, crossing 125 miles in Salt Lake, Utah and Tooele counties. The stage will venture into Rush Valley and onto a surprising jaunt of terrain for riders. They will be taken over 10 miles of maintained dirt and gravel on Faust Road, which will connect them to the old Pony Express Trail in the West Desert. The course will cross Five Mile Pass and return through Utah County via SR 73 through Cedar Fort. There will be 4,000 feet of elevation gain on this leg of the race and should provide a fantastic finish back in South Jordan with the final 3 miles circling South Jordan City Park. South Jordan City leaders are excited to play host to their portion of the race. It brings something different to the city and its residents. City officials are planning a kick-off party on Aug. 2, the evening before the race, at the park. There will be activities for everyone, including families and children. City leaders also consider themselves lucky to be in the position to host both a start and finish to the only internationally sanctioned cycling competition for men in North America. “This is something new and we are excited to do it,” said Tina
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Brown, South Jordan City’s communication specialist. “There will be a lot of participants, and our residents can really enjoy it.” Tour of Utah organizers approached South Jordan Mayor David Alvord earlier in the year, and there was definite interest on South Jordan’s part. The opportunity to expose residents to such a high-class competition was something city leaders were eager to provide. “I knew it would be a great opportunity for our city,” Alvord said. “We have a real gem, and the more people that see it, the better. The Start-Finish was optional, but we chose to host both to maximize the exposure for the city.” In addition to South Jordan’s participation and festivities, the Tour of Utah will provide all sorts of opportunities for surrounding communities to witness the event. The Heber Valley will return for a stage start that also Riders from a previous tour, racing through the mountains (Jonathan Devich/Epic Images) includes the Ultimate Challenge Citizens Ride presented by University of Utah Health. Logan will serve as the race’s headquarters for the “No two stages of the Tour of Utah look exactly the same, and we overall start, including the team presentation, which is an event spectators are encouraged to attend. The race is encourage each community to play to their strengths to bring out a great thing for Utah and South Jordan residents as well as the the crowds. It is a free event, open to the public and offers great activities throughout the day – kids’ races, expo, etc. South Jordan local economies. “The Tour of Utah really encourages each host to create a sense has really embraced this opportunity and is planning some really of community,” Tour of Utah Executive Director Jenn Andrs said. cool activities leading up to and during Stage 4.” l
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experiences, whether it’s someone in recovery for 20 years or someone who is just starting out,” Daniels said. Daniels’ story is similar to many of the people he faces every Friday night. He sought treatment for his struggles and heard about the league from others who had found it to be helpful. Many of the teams in the league are sponsored by treatment centers, made up of players who are participating in the center’s programs, or who have been through the center previously. Other teams, like the Unmanageables, are put together through various channels and pay their own way with help from sponsors. Daniels’ team gets a share of their league fees and money for jerseys from Lone Pine Cabinet. Most players discover the league through friends and support networks, or the league’s Facebook page. They generally reach out to a team captain, an old timer from meetings or one of the league’s numerous officials and board members hoping to get placed on a team. With 67 of them, it usually doesn’t take long to get someone a team to call their own, so they can begin the process of recovery, surrounded by a group of people who have been there and are willing to help. The league requires that participants be a part of a recovery program, though one could argue that being part of one of the many teams on a Friday night serves every bit as good as a meeting. Watching the teams play games shows just how close these folks are. They know each other’s first names, each other’s history. They share respect for the work they are doing off the field and it shows on it. The upper divisions in the league are competitive, but never at the expense of what really matters, which is the fact that the league helps people change their lives, and has been doing so for a long time. l
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Four Sandy sixth-graders received a standing ovation from about 400 Environmental Protection Agency’s scientists and staff for developing an bird scare device that has been tested and proven effective at Salt Lake International Airport. These students, who will receive the President’s Environmental Youth Award, presented their findings and demonstrated their device, called a Bionic Scarecrow, at the EPA Region 8 all-hands meeting July 18 in Denver. “The President (of the United States) has joined EPA to recognize young people for protecting the nation’s air, water, land and ecology,” EPA Assistant Regional Administrator Darcy O’Connor said. “It’s one of the most important ways that EPA and the President demonstrate commitment for the environmental stewardship efforts created and conducted by our nation’s youth.” The team has been invited to EPA headquarters in Washington, D.C. to receive the honor that has only been awarded to a handful of students each year since its inception in 1971. Currently, they are fundraising for the Aug. 28 awards ceremony through a GoFundMe site: https://www.gofundme.com/ bionic-porcupines-award-ceremony. “The award is a huge honor, but we didn’t go about trying to earn it,” said team member Abigail Slama-Catron, who attends Midvale Middle School with teammate Eric Snaufer. “We’re concerned about making a positive difference in our environment. Individually, we’ve picked up litter on trails and parks, planted trees, marked storm drains and other projects, but together, we can make a larger impact.” Abigail said that their device may be a way to effectively help airport wildlife staff reduce bird strikes, which may prevent similar incidents as the one commonly known as the “Miracle on the Hudson.” In January 2009, 155 peo-
Four sixth-graders presented their bird scare device to 400 Environmental Protection Agency’s scientists and staff and received a standing ovation. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
ple survived an emergency landing in the Hudson River after a flock of Canada geese struck a U.S. Airways flight minutes after leaving LaGuardia, New York airport. “We not only identified a need, but we created an answer — and it works,” said Allison Drennan, who attends Beehive Science and Technology Academy with teammate Timothy Holt. “We’ve built several Bionic Scarecrows that the airport is using now and they want more.” Eric said that the sixth-graders got together under their team name, Bionic Porcupines 2.0, to compete in the FIRST Lego League competitions. One part of the contest is to create a project that could impact their community. “After sending emails and calling several people in our community, the airport officials invited us there,” Eric said. “They explained the problem that 218 birds hit airplanes last year. Our team thought that the project was pretty challenging.
I hadn’t thought about it until I researched and became engrossed in it.” Eric said that a recent Cornell University study showed random motion scares away birds. So the group decided to create a miniaturized air dancer that was small, portable, waterproof and environmentally friendly. Using a toolbox, a car battery and a water-resistant fan, they put together the basics — along with sewing a nylon windsock that randomly scares away the birds. In addition to research and hands-on experience, the sixth-graders learned skills from designing the device to using power tools and learning about soldering and electronics. The team also sewed and surged the ripstop windsocks that are being tested. They’ve bonded as a team and have improved their oral speaking skills through presentations from local classrooms to the EPA presentation. The team spent several hours at Salt Lake International
Airport with United States Department of Agriculture Airport Wildlife Biologist Bobby Boswell, who also was acknowledged at the Denver presentation from the USDA, EPA and Bionic Porcupines 2.0 for mentoring the team. “We discovered that the problem was larger than we realized at first because many airports are located on the birds’ migratory routes and habitats,” Abigail said. “We’re wanting to share our Bionic Scarecrows because they save lives — both the people’s and the birds.” Their devices will save airport officials money on current more expensive methods of scaring the birds as well as save airlines about $900 million per year in damaged planes, Timothy said. “We have a provisional patent so we’re able to produce more Bionic Scarecrows to help stop bird strikes at other airports and places around the world,” Timothy said. Their innovative project
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of Transportation. They also were invited to apply to the National Broadcom Science Fair. Abigail also presented the Lego team’s project at the Canyons Film Festival, where the film won best middle school documentary. “It’s great to be recognized for our hard work, but what meant the most was when we went to the airport to see our project actually work and see that we are making a difference in the world,” Abigail said. Canyons School District Superintendent Jim Briscoe complimented the team for their hard work outside the classroom. “I’m very proud of the innovative and practical approach these students took to try to save lives and have a positive impact on our community,” he said. “I know I’ll feel much safer flying out of Salt Lake City and I’ll be on the look out for Bionic Scarecrows.” However, the team isn’t content to stop their desire to improve the environmental. While in Denver, they toured EPA’s lab, meeting with several scientists to see how they test surface water, as well as discussed water issues and problems with a panel of 12 other scientists so they can pursue an innovative water project. The Bionic Porcupines 2.0 also received compliments on their bird scare device and suggestions on how to expand it to other usages, such as in mining operations
Four sixth-graders spoke at the EPA Region 8 meeting in Denver. They are (left to right) Timothy Holt, Eric Snaufer, Abigail Slama-Catron and Allison Drennan, shown here with USDA Airport Wildlife Biologist Bobby Boswell, who was acknowledged at the Denver presentation from the USDA, EPA and students for mentoring the team. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
and beaches where there are bird issues. EPA Acting Deputy Regional Administrator Suzanne Bohan said that the Bionic Porcupine 2.0 team has set the bar high. “These student winners are exemplary leaders, committed to strong environmental stewardship and problem solving,” she said.
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Municipal Elections are held every 2 years (odd years). This year a Municipal Election will be held to fill Mayor and two City Council District Seats as follows: • Mayor (4 year term) • Council Seat - District #3 (4 year term) • Council Seat - District #5 (4 year term) 2017 DECLARATIONS OF CANDIDACY FILED Office
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2017 - VOTE BY MAIL ELECTION The City of South Jordan will conduct a City Wide Vote-By-Mail Municipal Election this year. 2017 PRIMARY ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 Ballots will be mailed by Tuesday, July 25, 2017 • Primary Election – Early Voting Wed/Thur/Fri August 2nd / 3rd / 4th 10am – 2pm at South Jordan City Hall Council Chambers Wed/Thur/Fri August 9th / 10th / 11th 10am – 2pm at South Jordan City Hall Council Chambers 2017 GENERAL ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 7, 2017 Ballots will be mailed by Monday, October 16, 2017 • General Election – Early Voting Wed/Thur/Fri October 25th / 26th / 27th 10am – 2pm at South Jordan City Hall Council Chambers Wed/Thur/Fri November 1st / 2nd / 3rd 10am – 2pm at South Jordan City Hall Council Chambers Salt Lake County has established many Early Voting Centers in the SL County area. Registered Voters can vote at any of these established Voting Center locations. Election Related Links: South Jordan City web: www.sjc.utah.gov Utah State Site: www.vote.utah.gov Salt Lake County Clerk: www.clerk.slco.org Questions? Contact South Jordan City Recorders Office: 801-254-3742 x1202 or x1279
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Keep Our Community Safe Remember August is Back to School Traffic Nearly 70% of Car Accidents Occur Within 10 Miles of Home! Sooner or later it’s going to happens to most of us – getting into a car accident. The vehicle insurance industry estimates all motorists are likely to be involved in at least four auto accidents in his or her lifetime. Additionally, very young or novice drivers are more likely to be involved in a car accident, as opposed to more experienced drivers. More revealing are interesting survey facts that of all collisions that occur, 52% occur within a 5-mile radius of home while an astounding 70% occur within 10 miles. Although the vast majority of accidents occur close to home, most of them tend to be relatively minor. Perhaps you’re leaving your neighborhood and a neighbor pulls out of their driveway and hits your car in the side. Or maybe you’re at the neighborhood grocery store and you have a small fender bender in the parking lot. But serious injuries can occur especially when we add to our neighborhood roads increased pedestrians, loose pets, playing children and recreational runners and bikers. Local traffic safety issues for our communities is always an ongoing concern. Data from surveys also show that the farther from home the accident occurs, the more severe it tends to be. This is especially true for accidents that occur on busy highways and interstates where vehicles are traveling at much faster speeds over longer distances. Why do so many accidents occur so close to home? The surveys shed some light on this important question. Broadly speaking, drivers tend to have a false sense of security when driving close to home. For example, drivers are less likely to wear their seatbelts when driving to the neighborhood convenience store. Another big factor is distractions. Whether it’s talking on a cell phone, texting, scanning the radio or eating while driving, any little thing that diverts your attention from the road can open the door for a collision. When on a busy highway, drivers are more likely to maintain their focus on the primary task at hand and save the cell phone call, texting or radio scanning for later. Most Law enforcement, safety experts and personal injury attorneys, are pretty vocal about distracted driving. Local personal injury attorney - Ned Siegfried of Siegfried & Jensen sees cases of this type everyday and reminds us: “Just because you’re close to home doesn’t mean the danger of a car accident is lowered. In fact, you should be even more cautious when driving in your neighborhood or down to the corner mini-mart. Driving
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