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1206 West and 12600 South behind has not slowed the widespread speculation Many residents, as well as a large grocery store so close to for Walmart, attended the Feb. 27 meeting Many residents, as well as Arctic Circle has been approved by throughout the community that it will be a Planning Commissioner Dennis Hansen, residential developments. They noted where the permit was approved.

Planning Commissioner Dennis Hansen, the Riverton Planning Commission. second Riverton Walmart location. expressed concerns about building a that the original site plan approved Developer Rich Piggot and Galloway expressed concerns about building a Speculation is that it’s a new Walmart.

“We can’t make the developer & Co. has not disclosed the identity of the new store front when so many in the new store front when so many in the by the city several years ago was for prospective but that slowed disclose downtownthe area sit vacant.

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By Sherrie Ricks Rick Stone, a Riverton resident larger groups) expressed their displeasure As a result of the complaints and with the idea of a large grocery store so who lives behind the proposed The constant woof, howl and whine close to residential developments. Theyresident concerns, the city has adopted development, spoke to the planning of some Herriman animals left out in noted that the original site plan approveda new tethering and breeding ordinance. commission about the neighborhood’s harsh weather conditions, by the city several have years prompted ago was for The ordinance states that dogs concerns. many phone to city council members smaller,calls commercial structures or offices.may not be tethered or restrained in any “Our biggest concern is the over the months asking for Butlast cityseveral staff confirmed that a grocery way that may be harmful to the animal. traffic,” Stone said. store, while not what was anticipated, was relief for these animals.

It also clarifies that a dog may not be He noted that access to the a permitted use for the current zoning with “There is a family that recently tethered for more than 10 hours in a 24store would be from a small entrance a conditional use permit. moved in, and they make it hard to Rick Stone, a Riverton resident whohour period, unless otherwise mandated currently utilized by Artic Circle as well enjoy my home. They leave their dog lives behind the proposed development,or registered to do so. as an exit onto 12600 South that would chained outside day in commission bad weather. spoke to theallplanning about The ordinance was not adopted only allow a right-hand turn.

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Councilmember Craig Tischner said. City would be forced to the intersection at would be from a small entrance currently “It is not the noise that bothers me; it’s utilized by Artic Circle as well as an exit Continued on Page 4 the constant pull at my heart and feeling Continues to Page 4 onto 12600 South that would only allow a right-hand turn.

“This means that anyone wishing to go east, as well as delivery truck access to the store, would be forced to the intersection at

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W almart continued from page 1 1300 West and 12600 South, causing heavy congestion,” he said.

Stone also spoke of residents’ concerns about safety.

“The fire department is just on the other side of 1300 West, and with the Tithing Hill retirement community, fire trucks and paramedics are in and out of there several times a day, it seems. We worry how this increase in traffic will affect the response times for emergency vehicles. 1300 West is also part of the ‘safe walking zone’

for Rosemont Elementary.

We worry about the safety of those children,” Stone said.

would be in place bordering the residential developments prior to the beginning of construction, and specifying lighting to limit light spillage into the community. They did not address limiting hours of operation for the business. The site plan was scheduled to go to the city council for approval March 11(after press deadline). l

Other residents also mentioned concerns about the environmental impact of the store, including possible drainage into the Jordan River Parkway, which is a conservation area, and light and sound pollution into the surrounding residential neighborhoods.

The developer did provide the city with a traffic

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A new site plan for a grocery store at 1300 West and 12600 South, widely expected to be a Walmart, will go before the city council in March for approval, despite objections by many residents. study by A-Trans which showed that both new and existing traffic could function at acceptable levels in that intersection through 2030, but several residents questioned the independence of the report.

“That traffic study was so slighted [slanted] by whoever paid for it,” said Al Leavitt, a former city council member. “I just don’t think a store here will be an asset to the city, not with the poor access. I know as a city council, we always wanted economic development. We don’t want to lose business to South Jordan or Draper, and if we could draw in some revenue from residents of other cities, that would be ideal, but we won’t draw in that business with the poor access at this location. It’s just going to be too hard for them to get back home. So all we are doing is cannibalizing our own tax base, taking the money we already have and shifting it to another store. A city’s predominant responsibility is safety.

I think the drawbacks outweigh the benefits here.”

The planning commission went ahead and approved a conditional use permit for the store and tried, to address residents’ concerns by restricting delivery hours for large trucks, making sure a block wall

Councilmember Craig Tischner said.

City Manager Brett Wood clarified that Tischner was referring to animal cruelty laws.

“I’m not sure what the penalty is on this, but I see the ordinance as a red flag. People should have the opportunity to breed dogs in their home. My dog is microchipped, and the dog catcher has picked up my dog three times now. One time my dog was in my yard, but the officer fined me because the dog wasn’t leashed,” Christi Rifleman said. “I think the council should think of the people’s rights more.”

“The penalty is a class B misdemeanor—which I feel for a first offense, is too much,” Tischner responded. “Though I am a dog lover, it doesn’t seem right to place this offense in a category with DUIs and retail theft.”

Herriman’s Police Chief Dwayne Anjewierden disagreed.

“We would not want it lower. By the time we actually charged them, we would have been out a couple of times already. Remember that an officer does not have the flexibility to modify the charge for extreme instances. If the prosecuting attorney wants to lower the charge, they can do that,” he said.

Council members agreed that the ordinance will only be enforced if they or the city receives a complaint.

“We are not in the business of going door to door to enforce this.

Any action will be compliant based.

And we will try to work with and teach before charging anyone,” City Councilmember Coralee Wessman Moser said. l

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Riverton Redevelopment Agency Dumps Commercial Development Plan

By Merillee Booren In February, the Riverton City Council voted to approve a new zone for the city allowing residential multi-family units, up to14 units per acre, in a specific downtown area, including the block between 12600 South starting behind Walgreens and extending to 12800 South and from 1630 West to Redwood Road. Plans are underway to be renovate this block

see this area of downtown being a commercial district. People thought that big box stores would want to be here in the heart of the city,” City Manager Lance Blackwood said. “It was the intention of the RDA to create a commercial district, and it has to a certain extent with Petersons Market, Jim’s and Walgreens, but times have changed, and businesses have moved out to Bangerter Highway.”

in February.

The RDA will continue to work to acquire the remaining approximately three acres from Riverton Motors and purchase the .28 acres currently occupied by the Lazy Dog Saloon. Newman hopes to break ground in June.

“It is my understanding that Riverton Hardware is going to remain where it is. It will change things a little bit, but it’s a good thing. I think it’s best for the city, and it’s best for the development,” he said.

Newman has owned the property in the RDA area for several years.

“I tried to get commercial development for six years, but we can’t force

people to build commercial. If we look at it now, we see empty spaces in the downtown. The best way to bring commercial development in is to get more rooftops, and we get more rooftops by building more residential housing in the area,” he said.

Plans for the development are in the early stages – too early to provide details about the type, size or price of homes that will be built, but Newman has been pleased with the way the RDA is functioning.

“I think the city’s approach to revitalizing the downtown is appropriate. They are making the right moves,” he said. l

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Riverton’s RDA was established 15 years ago with the intent of revitalizing rundown or abandoned areas of the city, allowing for new development.

The principle behind an RDA is to allow the city to work with land owners and developers to help revitalization when normal market conditions will not allow it. This is funded by a tax increment paid by the local agencies that receive revenue from property taxes.

An RDA cannot take tax money from any property outside the RDA area, or cause any tax increase for any properties. Instead, it allows the agency to use the difference in tax revenue between the property at its current tax assessed value and the value it would be believed to be worth if the property were developed, called a tax increment. The RDA was given a 20-year tax increment on the properties, which is quickly coming to its conclusion.

“Fifteen years ago, it was easy to

Jeff Hawker, the city’s economic development director, said that the city has worked for years to try to attract commercial development with no success.

“There were lots of dreams about what this [RDA] area was going to become, and dreams are good, but someone has to be willing to open their wallets to make it happen,” he said.

After years of seeking a commercial developer for the area, and with time running out, the RDA board made the decision to seek residential development instead.

“Businesses need customers,” Blackwood said. “The choice to go residential will bring in more residents to support the local businesses already in the area.”

The RDA solicited a preferred developer, according to state statutes.

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Bending A Straight Line – Bluffdale And Riverton Seeking To Adjust Borders

By Denise Sabin Bluffdale and Riverton have been good neighbors for a long time. Now, their leaders are working together to make a change that will affect both cities. Bluffdale Mayor Derk Timothy and Riverton Mayor Bill Applegarth have agreed to begin the process of adjusting their common boundary.

On Feb. 11, Bluffdale City Council passed a resolution that begins the process of adjusting the city boundary which divides the two cities. Riverton officials plan on presenting a similar resolution sometime in March.

Currently, the border runs along Bangerter Highway. However, since Bangerter is not a straight line, the road weaves back and forth between the cities.

“There are certain places on our border where all [of Bangerter] is in Riverton; others where all is in Bluffdale,” Bluffdale City Manager Mark Reid said.

The plan is to adjust the border between Redwood Road and 3600 West to follow the centerline of the highway, Reid said. This means that the westbound lanes would be in Riverton and the eastbound lanes would be in Bluffdale.

The fact that Bangerter currently shifts between cities is a headache for police and fire. Although their priority is to serve and protect residents, their jurisdiction is determined by which city they are in. With the current

This map illustrates the current and proposed boundaries between Bluffdale and Riverton. City leaders have started the process to adjust the boundary so that it follows the center line of Bangerter Highway from Redwood Road to 3600 West.

boundary, it is confusing for police and emergency personnel, Bluffdale PD Cpl. Shane Taylor said.

“This will clarify which police work where,” Taylor said This change will also shift ownership of portions of 13800 South, as well as move a few Riverton residents into Bluffdale.

Currently, 13800 South, which runs between 2800 West and 3600 West, is divided, with half of the road in Bluffdale and half in Riverton.

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City leaders on both sides say turning that area south of Bangerter over to Bluffdale makes sense.

“I feel really positive about it. It will be good for both cities. It follows the natural boundaries and will better serve the residents in both cities,” Applegarth said.

There is also one section of land occupied by residents who would be affected by the change. The area between 2000 and 2200 West, down to approximately 13950 South is currently in Riverton. This means that Riverton City provides utilities, plows roads and provides emergency services, even though it is difficult to access from Riverton.

“When 2200 West was blocked off [by Bangerter], we isolated those people over there. The problem with where the residents live is it is very difficult to get law and fire in there,” Applegarth said.

Since this is a change that will affect both cities, there is quite a process before it can become official. The public has a right to oppose the change.

State statute requires that within 60 days of signing the resolution, each city will need to have a public hearing

which has been noticed to the public three times.

If, at or before the hearing, there are written objections submitted by 25 percent of residents then an ordinance making the change cannot be adopted.

Although Applegarth said he thinks residents will be receptive to the change, those who have lived in Riverton for many years may not be as open to their city changing.

“We are totally against that. I’ve been in Riverton for 45 years. I don’t want to change. They promised that they would never try to do this to us,” resident William Sherwood said.

He said that his brother and brother-in-law also live in the area south of Bangerter, and all of them would oppose the change.

Applegarth said he thinks there are only six or seven residents involved, and the intention is to hold a public hearing so that those who will be affected can have a voice.

“I want to hear what the residents have to say,” he said.

If residents don’t want their city to change, the rest of the boundary change could be made excluding those homes, he said. l

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Sewer District Project Expansion Approved Despite Neighbors’ Concerns

By Denise Sabin The South Valley Sewer District will be expanding its presence in Bluffdale by constructing two new buildings on its property located at approximately 1200 West, West Jordan Basin Lane (13850 South).

The facilities will include a 16,868-square-foot, two-story building which will serve as SVSD’s new district office, and a single-story 22,700-squarefoot maintenance building. These buildings will join the existing treatment facility at the site.

A site plan was approved during the Jan. 28 Bluffdale City Council meeting, despite concerns raised by residents during the public hearing.

Almost a dozen residents attended the meeting, with half of them addressing the city council to share their concerns regarding the proposed buildings.

Steve Oxley, who lives on 1300 West, said that he has already talked to a real estate agent, and there is a high probability that their homes will be substantially devalued with these structures being added to the neighborhood. He is also worried about the traffic.

“1300 West is already too narrow and is a country road. With employees and equipment trucks, the additional

traffic will be too much,” he said.

Several other residents agreed, worrying about how the traffic will affect their neighborhood, especially with the current poor condition of 1300 West.

“The road is a dreadful situation.

It could handle more traffic but not in the condition it is in,” said Sam Naylor, who lives directly south of where the office building will be constructed.

Mayor Derk Timothy agreed that 1300 West is the worst road in the city.

He said plans are in motion to improve it by softening the turns and widening it, but it will be a long process.

“We are working on it, but it won’t be done overnight. We have to buy property, dig up the whole thing, bring in new fill and start all over. The engineering plans are almost done,” he said.

The new facilities are expected to have 35 employees, as well as four to five trucks entering daily.

SVSD General Manager Craig White said that they have an entrance to Bangerter that the trucks will use as much as possible to minimize traffic impact on the neighborhood.

“The large jet trucks we have can leave in the mornings by way of Bangerter. Coming in at night we do need to have the access to enter on 1300 West,” he said.

Another concern several residents mentioned was the amount

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This site plan, which has been approved by the Bluffdale City Council, shows two buildings that will be constructed for the South Valley Sewer District on property located at approximately 1200 West and 13850 South. of lighting that will come from the new facility. Parking lots for each building will have a combined total of 105 parking stalls, with lighting surrounding the lots.

To minimize impact on the neighbors, SVSD’s plan includes a minimum of 20-foot setbacks from all residential property, twice the required distance.

The SVSD is also planning on using directional lighting in the parking lots, to minimize the light that reaches the neighboring homes and yards. Additionally, six-foot masonry fences and evergreen landscaping is

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“We are very conscious about being good neighbors. We go above and beyond the standards that are normally required,” White said.

Despite being in a residential zone, this type of private utility or maintenance facility is a permitted use for the area, and Timothy said that SVSD has made great efforts to work with the city and to be a good neighbor to the residents.

Construction on the project is expected to begin this spring and take a year to complete, White said. l

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Hop On Board The Sole Train Participants in the Riverton Has ‘Sole’ Walking Program walk each Monday for eight weeks beginning March 31.

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we have available,” program director Ann Farr said.

The cost for the program is $10 for an individual or $40 for a family up to six people.

Registration includes a T-shirt. New this year is a weekly prize drawing.

Participants check in at each walk with staff members to receive credit for their walk and to secure their eligibility

By Sherry Smith If you’re looking for fitness motivation, why not try a sole plan?

The eighth annual Riverton Has ‘Sole’ Walking Program is coming soon to a park near you.

The program provides eight organized walks through different parks and trails in Riverton. The walks are held on Mondays at either 9 a.m. or 6 p.m. Participants pick the time that

works for their schedule, beginning March 31 at Centennial Park at 13000 South 2700 West going through May 19 at O. Roi Hardy Park 12600 South 1000 West. The program is open to all ages. A walking schedule with dates and the parks is available with registration.

“This is designed to get people out and be physically active. Many use it as a family night activity. Some make a tradition of it by adding a picnic in the park. It’s fun for people to see the parks

In December, Herriman city employees were asked to take a survey on their perception of the city and their employment.

According to H. R. Services Inc.’s survey results, employees perceive that in most aspects the city is a pretty good place to work, though there were some definite high and low areas.

Employees feel that their jobs provide great service to the community.

They are also quite pleased with their employment benefits packages.

They perceive that their positions are generally well suited to them and their personal skills. However, they’d like to get some computer training, and some employees would like a management training program implemented.

On the other side, the survey shows they feel that they need more recognition from the city for their efforts. There seems to be a low in the prize drawing. level of trust in the ethics of senior “We track attendance weekly management, and many employees when participants check in for the walk. feel that they cannot raise concerns If you participate one week, you’re without fear of retribution. eligible for a prize drawing the next The fear of retribution may week. The prizes are things to keep you have been a concern the city physically active like lawn games,” council was aware of prior to the Farr said. survey. Beginning last July, they Riverton Parks and Recreation went to great lengths to ensure that staff marks off a walking course of one employees could answer the survey mile in length, but participants may openly without management knowing choose to walk longer distances. how an individual answered. They Walks are canceled during bad asked H. R. Services Inc. to retain weather, but the staff encourages ownership of the survey so that it participants to walk on their own during does not become public record and the week. no one outside the company will ever Register for Riverton Has ‘Sole’ see the employee responses. online at rivertoncity.com and link to When the city council reviews the parks and recreation page or stop the comments they will be altered

by Riverton City Offices and register in to remove any specifics about an person. Registration is now open, and individual’s job. Even unique grammar they do accept late registration. or word usage will be edited to keep the The parks the ‘Sole’ program will council from identifying an individual. be utilizing this year include Centennial “Mayor Mills and I were big Park, Margaret Park, O. Roi Hardy Park, Canyonview Park, Monarch Meadows and Mountain View. l R eport C ard continued on page 10

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Business Is Booming For Independence Community In Bluffdale

By Denise Sabin Just over a year ago, footings were poured for the first homes in the Independence master planned development on the east side of Bluffdale. A lot has happened in the area since that time, as the community begins to take shape.

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This view overlooking the Independence project in Bluffdale shows that nearly 100 homes now occupy what were recently empty fields.

has been busy building roads and infrastructure, while the five homebuilders associated with the project have helped to make the area home to hundreds of new Bluffdale residents.

So far, 560 housing units having been approved by the city, and more than 300 building permits have been issued, Grant Crowell, Bluffdale City planner, said.

The original estimate for the number of units in the development was almost 1,900 by build-out, and depending upon the market, they are on track to do this in the next eight years, DAI Partner Joe Salisbury said.

So far, the completed units include homes and townhomes. A new elementary school is almost finished and will be open in the fall.

A large apartment complex is under construction, and the first of many

parks is nearing completion.

“Some of the trails are already in, and there are more to come. A lot of those will be built out this year,” Salisbury said.

Although the original pricing in Independence was in the $200,000 to $300,000 range, the market has skyrocketed over the past year.

“The prices have increased dramatically since we started. Many

homes are now pushing $400,000.

It has turned into a really nice area,” Salisbury said.

DAI isn’t the only developer working in the area, as several other entities have acquired land to develop adjacent to the Independence property.

Aclaime Group Vice President Dave Tolman said they have purchased six different parcels of land, totaling almost 160 acres.

These properties are north and west of the existing Independence development and are called Aclaime at Independence.

The parcel located between 14600 South and Summit Academy (15000 South) on Porter Rockwell Blvd. will include a neighborhood of 190 home sites, including townhomes and single family units. A seven-acre portion has already been sold to be developed as light industrial property, and 16 acres are slated for commercial development.

A 30-acre parcel northwest of

Independence is planned for around 250 home sites. Construction in both of these areas is expected to begin this spring. The four other parcels will be developed in the next few years, Toman said.

Another smaller subdivision, Bluffdale Heights, is being developed by Ken Milne. It sits directly east of Independence and has 51 single-family lots.

Homes are currently under construction in this development, with prices ranging from the mid$200s to high $300s. They will also be developing at least one park in the subdivision, Milne said.

For most Bluffdale residents, Independence is out of sight, and they may not be aware of the changes that are happening in their community, but city employees are feeling the effects of the growth.

“It’s had a big effect on the city.

We’ve hired an engineer, two planners, a receptionist and are looking for a code enforcement person. We also hired a new water worker, streets worker, and we will need more parks people as the parks come online,” City

Manager Mark Reid said.

As the Independence area continues to develop, additional city employees will be needed to provide adequate service for the residents.

Upgrades to infrastructure will also be required, particularly to the roads providing access to the area.

Traffic along 14600 South is already becoming a problem at Heritage Crest Way (750 West) as a growing number of residents utilize this road to access Independence.

“At peak times the traffic at the intersection is backing up quite a ways,” Reid said.

Asecond access to Independence, via Porter Rockwell Blvd., has been constructed by DAI adjacent to its development. It will be open to the public in early March, and should help improve the traffic issues and provide another access for residents, Salisbury said.

Porter Rockwell Blvd. will be a major east-west collector for the south valley. It will eventually meet up with Mountain View Corridor on the southwest side of Bluffdale and connect to I-15 via the 14600 South interchange. l

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Herriman Just Got Bigger

By Sherrie Ricks On Feb. 6 Herriman City Council accepted an annexation petition from Suburban Land Reserve for the Midas Creek area. If the council enacts the petition by April 30, the area will become part of Herriman on July 1.

any other city. Owners of the land to the west will find it much more cost effective because infrastructure for development will already be in place.

The area had the option of going to South Jordan or into Herriman. City officials have been actively working with SLR to encourage them to choose Herriman over South Jordan, so that

The Midas Creek annexation in progress; Herriman High School is in the top right corner.

This 300-acre property is a “C” shaped area, filling in most of the area from 6400 West to approximately 7100 West and from 11800 South to 12600 South.

Herriman City included this area, and all the way out to the U-111, in its most recent general master plan, adopted Dec 19. This Midas Creek area is a key piece to ensuring that the remaining unincorporated county property in this area will eventually become Herriman. The land to the south will not share a border with

the rest of the unincorporated area will also become Herriman if/when they choose to incorporate.

City officials are very interested in having the Midas Creek area and all the land west of it as part of Herriman for many reasons.

The areas to the south and west near U-111, 100-plus acres of commercial land in the general plan, would become key commercial land and would provide essential sales tax revenue to the city, if a proposed plan to relocate the prison to Tooele

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“The development of this property will be a significant impact to Herriman due to its location. The annexation would lead to a more viable boundary for all of the services the city provides,” Assistant City Manager Gordon Haight said. “When a boundary does not have a clear definition, it can lead to less efficiency in services such as police, fire, animal, water, etc.”

“This is a historical part of Herriman. We want to ensure that it stays part of Herriman,” City Council Member Matt Robinson said.

Development agreements are already in the works.

The new general plan shows a small amount of commercial development in the northwest and northeast corners of the Midas Creek annexation area. It has about a third allowing high density housing. The majority of the area would be medium density housing. SLR has already promised current homeowners in the Heritage Place development that the neighborhood adjacent to them will be similar to their neighborhood.

Even though SLR has already promised current homeowners in the Heritage Place development that the neighborhood adjacent to them will be similar to their neighborhood, they are now asking for the entire area to be zoned to R 2-10 and C-2. This means that the average density in the area will be 8.7 units per acre.

If this zoning is approved, Heritage Place residents are asking for a commitment for a gradual increase in density from their neighborhood.

The development will take place over the next 8 to 10 years. SLR principals feel that the market could change rapidly in this area. While the number of homes in the development will have a set limit, the placement and arrangement for those homes would be somewhat flexible. They also see the possible potential for more commercial development in the area. They would forfeit eight homes for every acre of commercial development to avoid a growth in high density housing. l

R eport C ard continued from page 8 advocates for this survey being done,” City Councilmember Craig Tischner said. “I’ve had employees come to me with issues but have then asked that I not take action because they feared retaliation. The survey gave them an anonymous avenue to be heard without fear of retribution, and allow us to officially consider their concerns.”

Several past employees [who wish to remain anonymous] who have spoken to the South Valley Journal say that there is a close circle of friends/ employees around City Manager Brett

“A survey is only as good as what gets done about it.”

Wood, and that the employees not in that “circle” live in fear. One of the results of the survey said that some employees feel “there is an atmosphere of fear” in the work place.

“You can’t tell Wood that something should be done differently than what he has said. If an employee does, they do so at the risk of being bullied, threatened and/or ostracized by the close circle he keeps around him,” one former employee said.

After an overview of the survey was presented by Ken Spencer, president of H. R. Service Inc. in a general city council meeting on Feb 13, the council met in a closed door meeting with Spencer to discuss some of the specifics, not given in the public meetings, of the survey and to listen to suggestions on improve some of the low-scoring areas.

“We’re going to do all that we can to improve in areas where we are deficient,” City Councilmember Mike Day said. “A survey is only as good as what gets done about it.”

Since the survey is the property of H R Service Inc., The South Valley Journal was unable to obtain a copy to verify results. l

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A Taste Of Monte Carlo To Benefit Women Of Worth The before and after pictures of Women of Worth graduate Barbara Moeller. Women of Worth, a non-profit organization in Herriman, provides women who have escaped domestic violence, overcome addiction or other debilitating challenges with support to continue their journey to build a new life. Part of their graduation experience includes a makeover courtesy of I’m Beautiful Salon and Beautique in South Jordan.

By Sherry Smith Each year many women escape the clutches of terrible domestic situations including violence in the home, addiction, polygamy and substance abuse.

They are committed to rebuilding their lives, but need the support to make it happen. Women of Worth, a Herriman nonprofit organization, can help them keep moving in the right direction.

WOW Utah was founded by Judee Guay in 2012 to provide these women with tools, opportunities and resources to begin a new life.

“I was in a 24-year verbally and mentally abusive marriage. There is support out there while you’re in crisis; but after the crisis, there is no support. We help women have that support on this journey. We give them a hand up; not a hand-out. It’s a great feeling to know these women are coming through and just soaring,” Director Judee Guay said.

The program needs support to continue its efforts on behalf of these women.

This year, WOW Utah is planning a Monte Carlo Night Fundraiser on Friday, March 21 from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Inferno Cantina, 122 Pierpont Avenue in Salt Lake City. The venue and appetizers are sponsored by Lars Gundersen of ONE Nightclub and Inferno Cantina. The event costs $25 per person, and it includes appetizers, music and prizes. A cash

and carry bar for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available. Tickets are available online at WOWUtah.org or at the door.

The event on March 21 also includes a raffle for more than $7,000 worth of prizes. They include a hunt for two at Wasatch Wing and Clay, Don Hatch River Expedition for two, Utah Grizzly Tickets, gift certificates to I’m Beautiful Salon and Beautique, and more.

Women who participate in the program attend monthly meetings on topics to build and empower them on their journey to a new life. The program culminates with a make-over and a graduation ceremony in November.

Recent program graduate Barbara Moeller has

gone from years of emotional abuse to working on a bachelor’s degree in Integrated Studies at Utah Valley University. Moeller plans on being a grant writer.

“It’s very easy for women to forget they are an individual and become all that they have to do in a day.

Mixed into that is listening to bad advice and bad voices,” Moeller said. “What WOW does is different from anyone else. It’s all about understanding who you are.”

WOW is also looking for donations of costume jewelry and gently used dress shoes or business shoes especially in wide widths.

“There is no limit to the number of women we help. Our only main criteria is that they have been clean and sober for one year and cannot be currently in crisis. We support them to continue along their journey. We work with other entities and domestic violent sanctuaries as well as taking nominations from individuals in the community,” Guay said.

For more information, please contact Judee Guay at 801-884-3065 or find the organization at www.wowutah.org. l

Ogre-Sized Fun Coming To Riverton

By Sherry Smith This time the jolly green giant isn’t so jolly; he’s an ogre sent to rescue a princess. Along his journey, he’s joined by a mouthy donkey as they overcome obstacles to complete their task. Throw in fairy tale misfits and a short bad guy, and you have the recipe for “Shrek: The Musical.” “‘Shrek” will play at the Sandra N. Lloyd Performing Arts Center located in the Riverton Civic Center at 12830 South Redwood Road April 3-5, 7-8, 10-12 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. There is one matinee performance on April 12 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $8 for children and senior citizens, $9 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets are available online at www.RivertonArtsCouncil.org or at Peterson’s Marketplace. They are also available at the door.

“The rights to ‘Shrek’ have been recently released, and we are the first community theatre in the area to do it.

We’re always looking for appropriate material for our community. We always do a musical because they’re so wellsupported by the community. ‘Shrek’ is a family show. Our focus has been on youth and children’s theater. This is the first family show we have done in five years,” Producer Kim Ostler said.

Riverton Arts Council’s production of “Shrek” has more than 80 performers and a staff of 25. Dan Call leads the cast as Shrek. Angie Call takes on the role of Fiona, and Patrick Brannelly performs the role of Donkey, with Kelly Griffiths as Lord Farquaad.

“Our Shrek and Fiona are husband and wife. It’s a fun dynamic to watch.

The cast of the Riverton Arts Council’s production of “Shrek” is ready to bring fun of ogre proportions to the stage.

They met and fell in love in real life, and now we get to see them on stage.

The show may be called ‘Shrek,’ but it’s about four main characters. Each of the four is relatable, and it ends with a good message,” Director Dan Larsen said.

“Shrek” also features many other

behind-the-scene talents. Lani King is the music director, and Mark Halvorsen is the technical director. Producers Vicki Wartman and Kim Ostler are pulling double-duty. Wartman is doing the choreography, and Ostler will do the costume design. l

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Calling All Fairytale Creatures

By Sherrie Ricks

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“I’m bored.” Those are often the first words out of a child’s mouth by Day Two of summer vacation. So, if you’re looking for an adventure to keep them, possibly even the whole family, occupied this summer, look no further than the Herriman Arts Council’s production of “Shrek” coming this July.

Based on the movie, “Shrek” is the story of a green ogre and a donkey who invites himself to be his sidekick. Their adventures include saving the land from the evil Lord Farquaad and rescuing the lovely Princess Fiona.

Auditions are by appointment on April 4 or 5.

Schedule a time online at Herriman.org and come prepared with 16 bars of a song in the style of the musical. This year’s cast will range from 20 to 50 adults, high school-age and up, and will feature a chorus of 24 children ages 8 to 12.

“We are happy to welcome Kim Pedersen as the director of our summer show this year. Our mission compels us to provide opportunities for residents to utilize their skills and interests in the context of the arts. Kim is a seasoned member of the Herriman Arts Council and has the full support of the HAC and the production staff,” Herriman Arts Council President

James Crane said.

“Shrek “will be performed July 10-21 in Herriman’s W&M Butterfield Park. Opportunities to be involved with the production extend beyond performance. They are seeking technical help with makeup and costumes, as well as stage crew. Stage crew members need to be 17 or older. The position of an assistant vocal director is also available.

“Shrek” will feature a live orchestra utilizing the talents of 16 players, some of whom are required to play up to 29 different instruments. The orchestration includes ukulele, mandolin, piccolo, trumpet, flugelhorn, African percussion and several types of guitar.

“The orchestra is very excited for the opportunity to play “Shrek” with Herriman. We’ve known it was on the performance horizon for a year or so, and musicians have been eagerly awaiting its arrival so they could sign up to play. It requires very versatile, knowledgeable people to pull it off,” Orchestra Director Michelle Willis said.

The orchestra is still looking for a bass guitarist, percussionist, keyboardist and French horn player. If you are interested, please text Michelle Willis at 801918-5463 or e-mail her at michellewillis_2@msn. com. Rehearsals will begin in April.

“We’re really excited for “Shrek.” In Herriman, we’ve got some things planned that will set it apart

from the other productions out there,” Pedersen said.

Those interested in auditioning should bring completed audition forms to their scheduled audition appointment. Audition information packets are available online at Herriman.org. Follow the links to the Arts Council page. The audition information is located by clicking on Arts Council Registration.

Call backs will be by invitation only on April 8 and 9.

All cast members will be required to pay a $25 participation fee, due the first day of rehearsal. The fee will be used for costumes and makeup.

Vocal direction will be done by Nicole Thorup.

Choreography for the production will be under the direction of Julie Balaz, and Meli Black will be doing costumes and makeup. Stage management and props will be handled by Deb Taylor and set design will be

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The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will present “Fiddler on the Roof” March 20-22 at 7:30 p.m. with a Saturday matinee on March 22 at 1 p.m. at South Hills Middle School, 13508 South 4000 West.

The setting for this memorable musical is Anatevka, a small peasant town in Czarist Russia. Tevye, a dairyman, his wife Golde, and their five daughters are one of the hard-working families of the Jewish community living as their Jewish ancestry has for centuries - following the dictates of “Tradition.”

Tevye (Jeff Raddatz), a pious man, tries to raise his family according to the “Good Book.” However, the old ways no longer suffice, and Tevye, his wife Golde, (Kyra White) and his friends have to become part of the changing world around them. Each daughter loosens a thread of their traditions.

First Tzeitel (Sara Preston) and Motel (Shawn Zumbrunnen) arrange their own marriage, forgoing the services of ‘Yente’ the matchmaker (Kathy Hawkins). Next Hodel (Carol Nielsen) falls in love with the radical student Perchik (Franz Lambrechtsen), and finally Chava (Marissa Powell) marries Fyedka (Ryan Hightower), a Russian soldier, without Tevye’s permission and outside the faith.

Despite his trials, Tevye’s faith in God and his love for his family teach classic lessons for all generations.

Others in the cast of over 100

include Caleb Millsap as Avram, Chris Maisnik as Lazar Wolf, Alaina Stone as Fruma Sara, Lazar’s first wife, Ruth Naylor as Grandma Tzeitel, also deceased. Steve Lopez plays the part of the Rabbi, with Ryan Jenson as his son, Mendel, and Nathan Dilts will be passing around bottles of Schnapps as ‘Mordcha’ the innkeeper. Mamas, papas, daughters, sons, lively Russian soldiers and Jews who dance with bottles on their heads complete the cast.

The show is choreographed by Alaina Stone and Peter Johnson with costumes by Angelle Anderson and Broadway Attire for Hire. “Fiddler on the Roof” promises to be a wonderful night of entertainment. Bring your entire family and enjoy one of the most beloved musicals of all time.

Tickets are $6 per person or four tickets for $20. Tickets can be purchased online at bluffdalearts.org, at the door prior to the performances, beforehand at the Bluffdale City offices, Peterson’s Market in Riverton or from cast members. The house opens a half-hour before the show. l

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Ready, Set, Grow

By Sherry Smith At the site of the original Fort Herriman on Pioneer Street you won’t find ruins, but you will find a thriving community garden every summer. The land, owned by Herriman City, is divided up into small plots and is used by Herriman gardeners to show off their green thumbs.

“The community garden is open to residents of Herriman, but is in high demand. Last year we had 40 individual gardeners, but we are adjusting plots to get more. This year, a plot will be 175 square feet,” Herriman City Community Garden Committee Chair Trish Slussar said.

Herriman City plows the field under every fall, and provides water for the gardeners every summer.

“People start planting in the first half of May, depending on how the weather treats us. Gardeners maintain and harvest from their own plot. Most of our gardeners live in condos and apartments with no yards. Others have very small lots. It’s nice for them to have that extra space,” Slussar said. “We definitely have a variety of gardeners, from church youth groups to girl scout troops. Each gardener amends the soil and provides their own plants. We are striving for an organic garden.”

Due to high demand, there is a waiting list for a garden plot. Preference is given first to returning gardeners in good standing. Remaining plots are

assigned on a first come, first served basis. Due to demand, any plot not cultivated by May 20 will be redistributed to the wait list.

Gardeners are required to pay a refundable deposit of $40 at the spring orientation meeting held in April. (The meeting date was not available at press time.)

To receive deposit money back, gardeners must clear their plots of all plants and other debris at the end of the growing season.

Gardeners are also asked to participate in spring and fall cleanups, and contribute two hours of work a month beyond their individual plots. Plots must be maintained free of weeds and debris.

“While gardeners maintain and harvest from their own plots, we are currently working on a plan to allow gardeners to donate excess produce to the Riverton Senior Center,” Slussar said.

More information on the Herriman Garden can be found online at www.Herriman.org. l

Trees And Trash—Separate At Last

By Sherrie Ricks Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling has instituted a new green waste program that will service the Herriman area.

Beginning March 17, green waste collection will begin.

“A fun way to remember is “Green”

on St Patrick’s Day,” City Councilmember Coralee Wessman Moser said.

The program is voluntary and is not subsidized by the regular garbage collection fees or by any taxes. There is a $60 start-up fee, and the service costs $114 per year. The start-up fee is paid up front, but the subscription payments are the same as regular service, yearly or quarterly. Additional cans are

available at a cost.

Green waste collection service is a partial year program, starting the third Monday in March, and is collected weekly, on the same day as regular trash and recycling, through the second Friday in December.

These new containers are specially designed with ventilation holes to draw out excess moisture. This is also to reduce the odor that can occur in garbage cans.

Items that should be placed in green waste cans are mostly plantbased refuse such as grass clippings, leaves, fruits, vegetables and branches (shorter than 4 feet).

Items that should not go in green waste are oils, meat products and nonorganic materials.

Understanding the nature of Suggestions for use of Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling’s new green waste can.

The Herriman Community Garden is getting ready for another season.

gardening, WFWR would like participants to avoid as much soil as possible going into the cans. However they don’t want this to be a deterrent to using the green waste cans.

“This will allow us to take the approximate 29 percent of the green waste that is in your black garbage can, get it into a green can, and we’ll be able to compost it. This will help us extend the life of the landfill,” Moser said.

“People will be able to buy it back from the landfill and put it back in their gardens,” she added.

Cans are available now. You may sign up by phone or email.,Contact information is available on their website.

“By diverting green waste from the black cans, we not only preserve the longevity of the landfill, we can keep fees low by minimizing the tonnage of waste charged by the landfill,” WFWR Sustainability Coordinator Jeffery Summerhays said. l

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Their fears were confirmed when Parker was diagnosed with a birth defect called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome or HLHS. The left side of his heart wasn’t working right.

Parker had his first open heart surgery at 5 days old when his heart was reconstructed to allow the right side to do all of the work. Subsequent surgeries were necessary, but Parker eventually went into heart failure. This caused a stroke, paralyzing the right side of his body, a condition that continues today. By 16 months of age, he had a heart transplant.

Parker is now a lively first grader at Midas Creek Elementary who wanted more than anything to ride a bike to school just like his friends. Due to his stroke, he lacks the balance and muscle control necessary to ride a two-wheeled bike.

The student body chose to collect money to help purchase a special bike for Parker so he could ride to school just like them.

“It is a miracle that Parker is here today and gets to be your friend. He gets to go as fast as you guys now,” Parker’s mom Sheila Allen said to the students at an assembly on Jan. 31. At the assembly, Parker was able to show his friends his new bike.

The students at Midas Creek set a goal to have everyone donate just $1 to the fund for Parker’s bike. Students reached the goal and more—they raised $2,700, but the giving didn’t stop with the school.

“People in my neighborhood contributed; even people I didn’t know.

$300 was raised online, and another $700 came from a company in Logan,” Allen said.

Parker’s bike cost $3,400. He can operate the steering and brakes with one hand. The bike can be re-adjusted as he grows to accommodate him through adult height. Remaining donations will be used for medical bills.

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First-grader Parker Allen is finally off to the races.

Born with half a heart, and later needing a heart transplant, Parker hasn’t been able to ride a bike to school like his friends could. Due to fundraising efforts at Midas Creek Elementary and the surrounding Riverton community, Parker’s dream of having his own bike finally came true.

concern. He must continue to have his heart checked to make sure his body is not rejecting it. Since June, he has had 11 heart biopsies. A biopsy is done by feeding a catheter through a vein to his heart and a small tissue sample is taken for study.

“He’s a completely normal kid, but he’s actually really heart sick. No one would know. Parker is having a blast. He asks every day to ride his bike,” Allen said.

Parker has an older sister, Alexis, who is 8, and a younger sister, Kandi, who is 2. l

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‘Air Aware’ At Fort Herriman Middle School

By Sherry Smith How’s the air in Herriman? The science teachers at Fort Herriman Middle School are able to answer that question thanks to a joint project with Breathe Utah and the Utah Division of Air Quality.

Fort Herriman teacher Gayle Dowdle heard of a grant for air filtering equipment to help monitor pollution.

Gayle Dowdle of Fort Herriman Middle School helps monitor air quality for Breathe Utah and the Utah Division of Air Quality.

She contacted Breathe Utah, and they selected Fort Herriman along with schools in Holladay, Salt Lake City and Magna to receive the particulate matter sampling devices. The data they collect will help scientists study the roles that location and elevation play in air quality.

“My job is to change the air filter in the device. I leave it for the Department of Environmental Quality to pick up. The equipment is in a locked and gated section outside on the

school grounds due to the cost of the equipment,” Dowdle said.

Breathe Utah approached the Division of Air Quality to coordinate and design this program utilizing spare monitors that the division had. Monitors cost approximately $13,000 to purchase, and using excess equipment helped make the project possible. Breathe Utah arranged school sites as well as equipment placement.

“When you look at an inversion from up above, to the naked eye the air looks worse.

There haven’t been any studies done to compare different locations and elevations ever. The goal is to take measurements at the sites on the same days and coordinate with the permanent monitoring site at Hawthorne Elementary.

It’s a pilot program that will end the first week of March when inversion season ends,” Interim Executive Director of Breathe Utah Erin Mendenhall said in late February.

Breathe Utah presented an assembly at Fort Herriman last fall to help the students become ‘Air Aware’ of the different types of air pollution. The talked to students about how each of them can affect air quality through their actions. They suggested simple solutions for students such as turning the lights off when leaving a room, walking or biking, and having parents turn off car engines when idling for more than 10 seconds.

Fort Herriman science teachers will be supplied with the data collected from all four monitoring sites.

“In the eighth grade, we talk about human impacts on the environment. We will be able to look at the actual data and compare Herriman to the other areas in the valley. We will be able to see when [the air quality] is worse and when it’s better,” Dowdle said. l

Follow The Yellow Brick Road To Copper Mountain Middle School

By Sherry Smith It’s been a year of firsts at Copper Mountain Middle School: first assemblies, first games, first dances.

Now, the students involved in theatre are excited for their first ever musical.

On March 20, 21, and 22 at 7 p.m., “The Wizard of Oz’ will be brought to life again in the auditorium at CMMS. Jordan School District policy requires all middle school performances be free of charge, but the school is asking for a $4 donation. Patrons who choose to donate will receive reserved seating. “‘The Wizard of Oz’ hasn’t been done recently in junior highs. We are performing the junior version which is very close to the movie, just shorter and has the Jitterbug number added back in,” Director Sarina Armstrong said. “It’s the cheapest. We have no budget to go with because we’re a new school. The PTA has been very helpful getting us sponsors and donations.

We’re trying to be self-sufficient.”

Juan Diego High School, The McGillis School, Elk Ridge Middle School, Draper Arts Council and Herriman High School have all stepped in to help the new middle school with donations ranging from set pieces and costumes to microphones. Parents of cast members are helping, too.

Sara Scherbel, parent of Carrie Scherbel who plays Glinda the Good Witch, has stepped in to volunteer her services with choreography. Scherbel was a dance major at BYU, and has been given the Munchkinland numbers to stage.

“We are teaching these kids real things, not basic things. They just do it. This is totally new and exciting to work and learn from Mrs. Armstrong,” Scherbel said. “It’s been kind of a family event. Every single parent is helping with costuming their own child, but a few like me have become professional volunteers.”

“The Wizard of Oz” features Emily Tonks as Dorothy, Carrie Scherbel as Glinda, Mikala Gonzalez as the Wicked Witch and Hunter Ramsey as the Wizard of Oz. The beloved trio of the Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion are played respectively by Tevan McPeak, Drew Francom and Carter Koldewyn.

“My own dog is playing Toto.

His name is Romeo. He was born on Valentine’s Day and I teach theater. He was born for the stage,” Armstrong said.

Armstrong joins the first-ever faculty at CMMS after a year at Providence Hall Middle School, and three years at Desert Hills High School in St. George. Armstrong, and her husband, Christian, live with Romeo in South Jordan. l

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Mustang Cheer Wins Title Herriman High School cheerleaders captured the co-ed state championship at Juan Diego High School Feb. 15.

By Greg James The Herriman High School cheerleaders recently competed in the second annual cheerleading state championship. They took first place and have qualified for nationals.

“It was so much fun this season. These kids have gone through a lot. Looking back, it was a great year. For us being a new school, we are making a name out there for Herriman cheer,” head coach Brooke Dimond said.

The Mustangs captured first place in the 5A varsity co-ed show cheer category Feb. 15 at Juan Diego High School in the cheerleading state championship. Bingham placed second and Riverton third.

“We felt so good because we beat the best teams. Bingham is such a great and amazing team,” Dimond said.

On Dec. 7 the Mustangs began their season at Cottonwood High School in the United Spirit Association Competition. They placed second overall

to Bingham.

“Placing second to them (Bingham) gave us a gauge of what we needed to do to get better. Then we went to work,” Dimond said.

Cheerleading competitions consist of a twominute-30-second routine that includes stunts, tumbling, jumping and dancing.

The Mustang cheerleaders began practicing for this year last June. They practice two hours every other morning and several evenings too.

Cheerleaders attend every football and basketball game. They support wrestling, swim meets, baseball and softball, but Dimond said more than that, they represent the school at all times.

The varsity captains are Emily Gallo and Quinton Fisher. The other members of the team are: Alex Smith, Avery Stocking, Carter Orr, Courtney Smith, Dacia Woods, Dalton Morris, Faith Fielding, Jared Avery, Jessica White, Kortney Olsen, Landon Lowder, Makayla White, Molly Jepson, Ryley Rich, Sophie LaSueur, Faith Fielding, Kamri Wardle, Kayden Snelson, Lindsey Jewett, Mili Leibovich, Sadi Hickenlooper, Winter White, Sydney Adams and Shaye Haskins.

They will compete at nationals March 27-31 in Anaheim, Calif. l

‘Wolves Just Miss State Playoffs

By Greg James The Riverton High School boys basketball team faced a tough challenge this season, battling Region 4 opponents for a playoff spot.

“We are in such a tough region. We are a good team and small, so it creates a major challenge for us. Jaron [Jones] at 6-foot-5 is our tallest player. He has been matched up with much bigger kids,” head coach Steve Galley said.

The Silverwolves hosted their first annual holiday tournament Dec. 27-31. Forty-eight Utah teams played in three divisions: varsity, junior varsity and sophomore. The Silverwolves used this as a fundraiser for the basketball program. The Silverwolves finished third in the varsity division.

“The tournament was great. We were able to fund most of the program,

and we got some good games in. It was great for the fans to come and watch basketball all day. It also prepared us for our season,” Galley said The Silverwolves tied with their rival Herriman for the fourth and final playoff spot in Region 4. They were forced into a play-in game (where the winner advances into the state tournament) Feb. 28 at West Jordan High School.

In that game the ‘Wolves fell behind by four in the first quarter and were never able to catch up.

Spencer Anderson scored 10 points in the 63-51 loss.

The Silverwolves’ top three scorers made them difficult to defend.

Galley said Jeff Arens, Jaron Jones and Brandon Sly could each handle the ball and shoot very well.

Sly is a senior and averages 14.5 point per game. Galley said that he is great at drawing contact and scoring

from the free-throw line.

“He is very quick and despite his lack of height, he has a knack of getting off his shot. He hits nearly 90 percent of his free throws. When he goes to the line, you can almost count it,” Galley said.

Jones has become a very versatile player. His 21 three-pointers were second highest on the team.

“Jaron is a 4.0 [grade point average] student and is our vocal leader. He is a very unselfish player. I have to tell him to shoot more often. He is a terrific kid to coach,” Galley said.

Riverton senior Tanner Anderson was a critical role player for the Silverwolves this season.

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Arens is a junior and averaged 11.3 points per game. He scored a season high 23 points against Morgan High School Dec. 30 in the Riverton Holiday Tournament.

“Jeff is one of the best shooters we have ever had at Riverton. He has become the focal point for our opponents to defend. He is a fierce competitor,” Galley said. l

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Mustangs Girls Basketball Improves This Season

By Greg James The Herriman High School girls basketball team improved this season, capturing nine wins, a season high in the school’s history. They nearly clinched a berth in the state tournament, and head coach Jill Ames sees a bright future for the Mustangs.

“This season was a little disappointing. We had a great preseason, and we have been one of the top teams defensively in the state, but we would like to take that next step and get to the state tournament,” Ames said.

The Mustangs finished the season 9-12. They only allowed 920 points for the entire season, 43.8 points per game average.

“At the beginning of region play, we were sort of Jekyll and Hyde. We just did not execute well, but we turned it around. I have never doubted these kids’ effort. They always compete and give themselves a chance to win,” Ames said.

The Mustangs won three of their last five games, Westlake 45-43, American Fork 49-45 and Pleasant Grove 44-41.

In the Pleasant Grove game, Feb. 18, junior Alexi Smith scored 18 points including six three-pointers. The Mustangs led by 14 points to begin the second half and were able to hold off the Vikings late rally to win by three.

Smith scored in double digits in

By Greg James

Herriman junior Alexi Smith was the leading scorer on the girls’ basketball team, scoring 8.7 points per game.

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The Providence Hall Junior High basketball team tries to emphasize the importance of character and good behavior as part of their school’s program. Head coach Josh Murry wants to prepare his players to be a part of the Providence High School team when it opens this fall.

“We have a large focus in our program on academics and behavior.

The kids have worked hard, and they are realizing that this is not just wild street ball. They need to work as a

to give the players the playing time they deserved. We had so many good players. They all contributed to our team’s success,” Murry said.

Eighth grader Andrew Heugly led the team with 106 points and Alex Butler had 104.

The Patriots’ region opponents included Early Light Academy in South Jordan, North Star Academy in Bluffdale, Hawthorn Academy in West Jordan and American Preparatory Academy in Draper.

“We try to give these kids a full experience. We are the only charter school that has a pep band that comes

five of the team’s last six games.

Smith and senior Ashlee Burge led the team in scoring, each averaging 8.7 points per game. Senior Kate Lamoreaux averaged 7.1 points per game.

“We play in a very tough region, but I feel we can compete. I love their heart; the players participated in several service projects including volunteering during Red Ribbon Week and Hearts of Gold. We have a great group and a great future. Our JV team was 18-2 this season; things are bright,” Ames said.

The Mustangs competed in 5A Region 4 against Riverton, American Fork, Lehi, Westlake, Lone Peak and Pleasant Grove. l

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The Providence Hall Patriots won 12 straight region games -- by an average of more than 20 points. They placed first in their region and third at the state charter school tournament in February.

In the tournament, they beat American Preparatory Academy 4834, lost to Syracuse Arts Academy 4542, and beat Lincoln Academy 53-40 for third place.

In the loss to Syracuse they had the ball with .5 seconds remaining.

They hit a half-court shot for the apparent win, but the referee ruled the time had run out before the shot.

“The hardest part for me was

The Providence Hall Junior High varsity basketball team poses with its third-place trophy from the charter school state championships.

Photo courtesy of Katie Byrge to the games. We want the kids to continue to be successful on into high school,” Murry said.

Members of the Patriots varsity basketball team were; Andrew Heugly, Boston Douglas, Isi Leakehe, Braxton Byrge, Parker Green, Taylor Green, Alex Butler, Drew McDaniel, Jacob Johnson, Nathan Johnson, Zach Kingdom and Kaden White.

Providence Hall High School is scheduled to open this fall. They will compete in the Utah High School Activities Association 2A classification in Region 14. l

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Jacob D. Calder Earns His Eagle Jacob David Calder from Troop 114, Eagle Ridge District 29, Great Salt Lake Council, of Herriman, achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

His Eagle Court of Honor will be held on March13.

Jake enjoys outdoor activities, serving others, and has a good sense of humor.

Jake is a fourth-generation Eagle Scout. He is preceded by his father, David C. Calder, his grandfather, Glade H. Calder and his great-grandfather, Wallace Calder.

For his Eagle project, Jake worked with the VA Hospital’s Volunteer Services to help provide the veterans with pre-paid phone cards. These phone cards are used for keeping in contact with family and friends while the veterans are at the hospital receiving

care. The donations were received from the residents in the Herriman area. Jake was able collect funds to purchase over 9,000 phone minutes. l

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Our mom is turning 80 on April 24.

We all want to wish her a very happy birthday and thank her for all she does for her family.

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SPOTLIGHT ON: L arkin M ortuary

LARKIN MORTUARY For over a century, Larkin Mortuary has provided a full range of funeral services to assist families in their time of need. They have recently opened a brand-new facility in Riverton, to now provide four locations in the Salt Lake Valley to better serve you.

Larkin Mortuary has always been a family owned and operated business, allowing them to maintain the personal care and integrity the Larkin family has prided themselves on since the beginning.

“We are going on our 129th year. We currently have fourth, fifth and sixth generations of Larkins working in the business,” Vice President Spencer Larkin said.

Spencer says that the reason for their success is that they strive to live by their mission statement which reads: “Our mission for over a century has been to provide genuine care. We create exceptional service and superior value as well as quality products and facilities. We pledge integrity and respect in all we do.”

Spencer says that they base the direction of the company and everything they do on this mission statement.

The key to providing this genuine, high level of care is the people, and Spencer says that it is the quality of their staff that makes the difference.

They are very discerning in the employees they hire, and they invest a lot of resources in training and providing continuing education for them.

“We have the best team anywhere. A very caring and genuine staff that will really help people in their time of need,” he said.

Another factor that sets Larkin Mortuary apart is its vertical integration. In addition to the mortuaries, the company owns two cemeteries and its own crematory. It also owns a vault and headstone manufacturing company.

At Larkin, their goal is to make things as easy as possible for the deceased’s family, and with the capacity to provide every service along the way, Larkin’s care professionals can guide a family through the process from beginning to end.

Larkin’s new funeral home in Riverton is located at 3688 West 12600 South. This state-of-the-art facility will help provide South Valley residents with the compassion, attention and convenience they deserve.

“The new location is quite amazing. It is very comfortable and modern and very versatile,” Spencer said.

With over 14,000 square feet, the new center offers a large reception area for funeral luncheons, and the chapel can hold 250 people, with 150 more in the overflow.

The facility also has a full-service flower shop on-site. Spencer says that they do amazing work,

not just for funerals, but for weddings, businesses, or any other floral needs.

For those who haven’t thought about planning for the future, now may be a great time to find out what services are available and what decisions need to be made.

“It is a great benefit to be able to preplan funerals. A lot of people don’t know the magnitude of planning involved,” Spencer said.

At Larkin, they can help you preplan and put your house in order. In looking toward the future, you can decide as much or as little as you would like, from the basics of cemetery space and caskets, to the details of funeral programs and flowers.

One planning tool Larkin provides is the personal wishes organizer.

“The personal wishes organizer assists in this as it contains messages for your loved ones, funeral service information, memorialization wishes and information, obituary information, contact information for important and special people, people to notify, location and lists of important documents, personal financial and asset information, and other organization tools,” Spencer said.

Whether your needs are immediate, or you would simply like to begin planning for the future, Spencer invites anyone interested to come by and see the new facility.

Walk-ins are welcome.

“We are really excited to be out here in the South Valley, to be a part of the community and add value, and to make new friends and serve our old friends,” Spencer said.

The Riverton location is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. You can call 801363-5781 or stop by today.

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Riverton City Council

By City Councilmember Sheldon Stewart During the past couple of months, the council has been hard at work working with city staff on subjects that range from the trees in your park strips to the city water. During the month of February, the council has focused a great deal of time on the latter, the water within our city.

In the two years that I have been on the council this has been a common theme and point of discussion among those that live in our city, as well as some of our neighboring cities. Within Riverton, we have a number of sources within the city, with various issues related to the hardness and minerals.

These are the things that create a number of issues and concerns among residents.

As a city, there are a number of ways with a range of different processes that can occur to treat the water.

In February, two essential meetings occurred where the city council, mayor and staff met with officials from the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District and Carollo Engineers.

Jordan Valley presented on their systems and improvements, as well as reviewing recommendations from a study on our water that was completed

by Carollo.

The following week, Carollo came and presented their recommendations, as well as some further cost calculations for various methods of treating our existing water, as well as looking at the utilization of Jordan Valley water in our systems.

From that meeting, the council then recommended that an item be brought back to the council for

approval to conduct a rate study on three options: • • •

No Change Upgrade existing facilities to improve water quality Buy wholesale water from Jordan Valley

In the coming month, the council will vote on the request to initiate a rate study, and authorization will given to select a group to complete it. This study will help the council and staff to better understand the capital costs and the impact of these options on the monthly water rates residents pay. Once that study is complete, information will be shared with residents, and additional work sessions will occur to review and educate not only the council, but also residents.

As with any decision that the

council faces, it is imperative that we have significant input from our residents. For me the final decision on the solution should be decided by a vote on the November ballot. If a change is made to the delivery of our water, there will be a significant increase in the rates that are paid year over year to cover the expense associated with these solutions. As a resident, it is your duty to understand the costs and outcomes of these proposals.

During the coming weeks and months, the council will work through various initiatives and budget concerns.

We encourage residents to come and witness the discussion that goes into the various initiatives that the council and staff are addressing. As a council, significant input and discussion goes into the direction and subjects that impact Riverton Residents. l

Herriman City Council

By Mayor Carmen Freeman I wish to begin by expressing my sincere appreciation to all who have assisted me in this great undertaking as mayor of Herriman City. As I reflect upon the duties and responsibilities incumbent on me, I have truly been the beneficiary of the love, support and prayers of individuals who have reached out and expressed an interest in my behalf. Words cannot express my appreciation for these sacred and often unseen acts of kindness.

Recently, I had the privilege of attending and participating in the Herriman City awards banquet.

This annual event recognizes those in our community who have given exceptional service which benefit each of us who live in Herriman. Among this select group of individuals are members of the Unified Police Department and Unified Fire Authorities. Special recognition was extended to Captain Joe Wilcken, Engineer Leon Wilcken, Firefighters

Monte Strand and Banning Stephens, and Paramedics Brian Beck and Gordon ‘OHarra from Unified Fire.

From Herriman City’s Planning Commission, Robyn Shakespear, Blayde Hamilton, David Burrows and Wayne Hill were also recognized for their faithful and dedicated service to our community. These wonderful individuals have given exceptional service to our community and have worked diligently in ensuring that new and ongoing development is consistent with the goals and vision of Herriman.

Additionally, the awards banquet recognized Shaylynn Dorlarque, Rafael Montero, Karen Howe, Tassie Bills, Austin Crane, Danie Bills, Steve Brown, Danette Markus, Shauna DeKorver, Leslie Anglin, Luke Sieverts and Ed Blackett. Each of these employees has served the residents of Herriman for a number of years in various capacities.

As a community, we are indebted to this valiant group of employees who year after year steadily and faithfully fulfill the duties required of them.

I am so grateful to belong to a community that recognizes the value of individuals who contribute so wonderfully to our city and provide vital services for our protection and enjoyment. These wonderful heroes who often go above and beyond the call of duty, bless and touch our community in ways that often go unnoticed. Amid the demands of everyday living, I hope on occasion we will pause and recognize the many that serve our community with passion and determination and contribute in a variety of ways in making Herriman a place we love to call home. l

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PETERSON’S FRESH MARKET Since 1938, Peterson’s Market has been part of the Riverton community. It began as a family business, and still is. The current owners, Monte Peterson and Jan Horrocks, and store manager Brandon Peterson remain committed to bringing outstanding service to Riverton.

The legacy of community involvement begun by founders Bruce and Donna Peterson continues today in the modern Peterson’s and its service to local elementary schools, Riverton City and many other worthwhile causes.

“Local ownerships focus on community, and the money stays local. At Peterson’s, we also feature many of Utah’s Own products such as Fat Boy and Redmond Salt,” store manager Brandon Peterson said.

Peterson’s is also proud to offer a compounding

pharmacy with licensed and trained pharmacists able to use state-of- the-art techniques to customize medication for their customers. This allows a physician to prescribe an individually compounded medication for a patient with unusual needs. This may include smaller dosage strengths, allergen-free medication and many types of bioidential hormone replacement therapy.

“Our pharmacists can eliminate ingredients such as dyes, create special dosages or add flavors for children,” Peterson said.

Are you looking for a real bakery? Look no further than Peterson’s which offers an on-site madefrom-scratch bakery. Check out their selection with everything from cookies and breads to custom order wedding cakes.

In June 2013, Peterson’s moved to its current location to be able to expand its business in a larger building. This brought a larger deli seating area and

an expanded produce section, as well as a bigger promotional and seasonal aisle.

Peterson’s deli can custom-slice meats and cheese and provide specialty salads. They also offer meat, cheese and vegetable and fruit trays for large gatherings.

“We were able to hire 40 additional employees from Fresh Market. These talented individuals came to our team helping us keep those jobs and those people part of the community,” Peterson said.

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We welcomed Larkin Mortuary and The Rose Shop with a ribbon cutting.

Larkin is a full-service funeral provider. We make it easy for loved ones to get the details right so they can honor and celebrate the life that has passed on. While we recognize that there are a lot of options out there, the right service is really the only option. At a time when emotions are tender, receiving guidance by someone who has been around and understands your needs can help you find the perfect service. Six generations of serving Utah’s communities has given Larkin a few insights. Your new neighbors at Larkin Mortuary Riverton invite you to come by and visit. The

March 2014 | Page 23 new location boasts an incredible view of the Wasatch Mountains, maintaining perfectly manicured lawns and gardens that invite quiet contemplation. “The grounds should be a place where visitors can meditate,” says Spencer Larkin. “We want people to visit often and enjoy the seasons.” The inside of the building is equally inspiring, with elevated ceilings, warm, wood paneling and serene artwork. “We want people to feel special when they arrive, but also feel like they belong,” says Lance Larkin. Having a sense of place and occasion is important. After all, for many people, this is where heaven and earth meet, where life and love can be remembered with the fondest feelings.”

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Salt Lake County Mayor’s Report

By Mayor Ben McAdams Keeping the residents of the Salt Lake Valley safe is a fundamental responsibility of local and state government.

That includes emergency response to citizens in distress.

Every school-age child is taught that if you need help, dial 9-1-1, and emergency response will be on the way.

Unfortunately, we’ve seen—through some recent tragic incidents—that occasionally there is a gap between that promise and how it’s delivered.

When a Draper man, experiencing a heart attack, called 9-1-1 recently, his call was routed to Salt Lake City, rather than the Valley Emergency Command Center, and it took nearly an hour for first responders to arrive at his home. That was too late to save him.

As the Salt Lake Valley has grown and as more callers use their mobile phones, rather than land lines, our emergency dispatch system of various dispatch centers deploying different computer software, shows vulnerabilities. Our 9-1-1 dispatchers and emergency crews are dedicated, professional and well-trained, but the patchwork system puts them at a serious disadvantage.

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Several years ago, Utah Rep. Brad Dee worked on an effort to ensure Weber and Morgan counties had a shared dispatch district to coordinate emergency response. A single, coordinated 9-1-1 agency has proven to be the best model. That’s why I am partnering with Rep. Dee on legislation to create unified 9-1-1 dispatching throughout the Salt Lake Valley and ultimately statewide.

Not only will this save precious seconds and lives, it will save money. Rep. Dee’s bill includes incentives to any county or city receiving state emergency 9-1-1 funds to share those funds with other municipalities that want to consolidate services. I have already committed that Salt Lake County will provide $1.4 million today, so that dispatch centers are able to transition to a single computer-aided dispatch software program, eliminating that barrier to seamless service.

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What Happens at Grandma’s…

By Peri Kinder

There are many species that eat their young, Who’s there? as they run up to me and launch into my arms. usually because their young stole the car or used a Madam.

They have complete trust that I’ll catch them. fake ID to buy beer and ended up being tazed on Madam who?

And because they are my grandkids, and not my “Cops.” But you rarely hear of animals eating their Madam foot got caught in the door! children, I will catch them. grandchildren (granimals?).

• I have a collection of letters they’ve sent me, That’s because by the time grandchildren come pictures they’ve drawn (sometimes on my walls or When all the grandkids invade my home, it’s sort around, grandparent animals have lost most of their couch, but it’s the thought that counts) and stories of like Godzilla vs. Mothra, with little children getting teeth, and have learned the important lesson of they’ve written. When they’re famous, I will sell stepped on by their older cousins, mass destruction, keeping their mouths shut. these objects to the highest bidder. atomic rays and lots of screaming. Ringo the Dog As grandparents, we don’t have to be the • I can re-read all my favorite picture books, and usually finds a place to hide until it’s over. bad guys. We don’t take away Xboxes, cancel get to buy all the newest fun stories.

In the silence left behind when they go home, sleepovers or create lists of chores that kids get • I tell my grandkids about my “old-fashioned” life there’s the anticipation of the next time I get to feel grounded for not doing. We get to say things like, before cell phones, the Internet, Harry Potter and their tiny hands in mine, the slobbery kisses on my “Yeah, your mom never made her bed either. But the Wii. They’re flabbergasted. cheek and their wonderful voices telling me the she turned out okay.”

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I love being a grandma. Grandkids allow me old grandson doesn’t care if dishes need to be Grandma, Knock knock? to relive all the fun parts of parenthood (picnics, washed, or towels need to be folded. He wants me Who’s there? hikes, Slurpees) without having to deal with the to sit down and play blocks—forever. And because Me. crappy parts (parent teacher conference, sluffing, I hate dishes and laundry—I sit and play blocks.

Me who? dentist appointments). There are several reasons • Nothing is better than hearing, “Grandma Peri!”

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