North Ogden Connection February 2023

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Ryan Spelts

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Robert Dodd

WRITERS

Mayor Neal Berube

Katie Gerard

Lynne Bexell

Ann Park

Ryan Spelts

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Abraham Tinklepaugh

Cindy Jones

Hailey Minton

Melissa Spelts

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Crystal Rappleye

Hyrum Rappleye

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Carolyn White

Savanna Clark

Kassie Baker

Nathaniel Loomis

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You Gotta Believe!

I may have mentioned before that “You Gotta Believe” was a phrase that was used often by the CEO of Associated Food Stores when I began my employment there in 1990. At the time, I didn’t recognize the significance of those words. However, I have observed many situations where believing has made a difference.

In my December Connection Magazine article, I mentioned my son Ryan. Many of you know him. He has been in a wheelchair since he was 12 years old and has many physical constraints. However, he has not let these limitations stop him from believing he could drive a car, serve his church, have a job, and even get married. He has definitely taken to heart the words, “You Gotta Believe”.

I recall an instance when my middle son was coaching my youngest son’s baseball team. The team resembled the Bad News Bears, as it was comprised primarily of players that were shunned by more competitive teams and had one of the least competitive lineups in their league. There was a team in the league that was comprised of recruited “All-Star Players.” They had the best-looking uniforms, matching athletic bags and quite the swagger. Of course, our team wore tee shirts and jeans! The odds were stacked against my son’s team, but they believed they could beat the “All-Stars.” The result was a resounding victory by the “Bad News Bears.” It wasn’t even close! As has been said: “You Gotta Believe!”

In regard to believing, I’m confident that we can make a difference in our community and in the lives of others. I am of the opinion simple things can make a difference. Some of those things are:

• Be a good neighbor

• Volunteer your time

• Give with no strings attached

• Use your talents for good in helping others

• Don’t be judgmental – just listen

• Seek win-win solutions – you don’t have get your way all the time

• Shop local and support small businesses

• Take part in community projects and events

I would encourage you to be involved in making our community better tomorrow than it is today. Theodore Roosevelt said, “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

A basic premise of social psychology is to believe that people want to do good. I would ask each of us to employ this principle with our snowplow drivers. The level of citizen frustration this year seems to have elevated because of the amount of snow we have received, and our drivers have felt the brunt of this frustration. Our drivers are doing a good job in keeping our roads safe. They want to do good! I have had the opportunity to ride with our drivers and their job is not easy. When they pass our homes, let’s give them a smile and wave with our full hand!

Let’s employ the phrase “You Gotta Believe,” as it can really make a difference in our community and the lives of those around us.

Mayor Neal Berube

I’m confident that we can make a difference in our community and in the lives of others.

I am of the opinion simple things can make a difference.

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City of North Ogden

CITY COUNCIL UPDATE

• Several ordinances were amended to follow the new numbering system of the North Ogden City Land Use Code, as it was recently adopted.

• The North Ogden residents who will be on the Budget Review Subcommittee were approved. (To contact this committee, you can email them at citizenbudget@nogden.org)

• A short-term rental ordinance to develop regulations was approved.

• The 2023 Meeting Schedule was approved.

• Potential RAMP Grant Applications through Weber County were discussed (no decisions were made as it was a work session).

• The Sears property located at the Northeast corner of The Cove was discussed (no decisions were made as it was a work session).

• Presentation by Fire Department in reference to Pulse Point app.

• Approval of final acceptance of Coldwater Meadows Phase 3 Subdivision and Woodfield Farms Phase 3 Subdivision.

• An Ordinance passed to adjust the common boundary with Pleasant View City at the City limits at approximately 3475 N. 98 E. related to Rock Point Estate Subdivision.

• RAMP Grant applications were decided upon.

• Acceptance of a petition to begin the Annexation process at approximately 1651 N. and 1659 N. Washington Blvd.

• Additional member was added to the Budget Review Subcommittee of the Audit Committee.

February Reminders

On-Street Winter Parking Reminder

PLEASE remember that you CANNOT park your car on the road for 24 hours after a snowstorm. This is for the safety and protection of your vehicle, along with the safety and protection of our plows and drivers.

Flood Zones

Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to City Engineer, Eric Casperson, at 801-782-7211. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.

Emergency lighting is necessary for safety and emotional and mental health. Light helps you see and avoid hazards, and can help you better understand your surroundings when a disaster occurs. LED lights and pocket or headlamps are convenient in an emergency by keeping your hands free. Think about battery or solar-powered lanterns to light larger areas in case of a power outage. Keep a working LED flashlight next to each of your family members’ beds and store extra batteries for rotation.

City Council Meetings

The mayor and council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, starting at 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Visit our website at northogdencity.com/meetings for changes.

Questions,

For information, community, and city department contacts visit www.northogdencity.com

Employee Spotlight

Jaime Gil

BY KATIE GERARD

Cherry Days 2023

BY LYNNE BEXELL

Save the Date – July 3-8, 2023

Jaime was hired in our Parks and Recreation department in 2020, then moved to Public Works to help the crew with SWPPP inspections, and landed back as our Parks Supervisor this last fall. As you can see, he’s a very versatile team member and well received by all.

Jaime’s position is everchanging with the seasons, but his leadership always stays the same - strong and steady. From spring to fall, his team is busy with sprinkler repairs and upkeep, mowing all city property, and fertilizing and spraying our beautiful parks so that members of our community can enjoy the open space.

As we say goodbye to the warm weather of summer and fall, Jaimie’s team says hello to the upcoming cold weather by winterizing the public restrooms and sprinkler systems. His team then transitions into full holiday mode by putting up lights and decorations at Bicentennial Park, City Hall, and Barker Park, which hosts the annual “North Pole” events. After our city is beautified with lights and holiday spirit, our parks team spends the rest of the winter plowing snow and maintaining all parks buildings and facilities.

When asked about a work-related accomplishment that he’s proud of, Jaime said that he’s, “proud of the growth that I’ve had here in a short amount of time, and that’s thanks to the awesome team and supervisors I have worked for here and the great mentors and support system we have to help us grow.”

Jaime enjoys camping with his family at their property in Sourdough Wilderness Ranch, where they like to hunt, fish, and do any activity that involves his horses.

His favorite thing about North Ogden City is the camaraderie and the feel of a “brotherhood.” The “mutual respect and support that we all have for one another makes this truly a great place to work and city to be part of.”

We appreciate the many skills that you bring to the table and your ability to succeed in more than one area. Kudos, Jaime!

That’s right – it’s a multi-day celebration! Plans for the North Ogden City Cherry Days celebration are in the works! This year, the City Council asked a group of citizen volunteers to head up the event. The executive committee consists of Terry and Lynne Bexell, Spencer and Megan Stephens, Alan Kerbs, and Melanie Ewing. Councilman Ryan Barker is our liaison with the City. The City Council had previously decided that the date of the Cherry Days celebration could be moved from the July 4th date, so the committee decided this was a great opportunity to expand the festivities. Watch for further details as the plans are confirmed for the week of July 4th. Saturday, July 8th will be the big day, with breakfast, sunrise service, parade, a concert, fireworks, and lots more.

Want to join us for some fun?

How you would like to get involved!

Public Safety Building A Sturdy Foundation

The foundation walls have been poured and stripped free of the forms, and the foundation crews have left the building! The rebar for the masonry beams has been tied, and the frost removed for the grade beams. Backfilling continues.

Big Upgrades For North Ogden Water Infrastructure

BY NORTH OGDEN PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

As North Ogden City continues to grow, the Public Works Department has been busy making sure our infrastructure is growing - not just with it, but in preparation for future growth. In 2022, residents saw lots of construction projects, most of them being upgrades to our water system like upsizing pipe size or replacing old pipes. In most cases, it was both. One project that many were familiar with was on Fruitland Drive; there we replaced the water line that was 50 years old and upsized the pipes to adequately handle future growth. A few other projects included a major pipe replacement on Washington Boulevard between 1800 N. and 2000 N. and two very important connections to the water system. These additional connections with Pleasant View and Ogden City will be used during emergency situations so that we can all maintain adequate service and fire flow, should the need arise.

Spring 2023 will bring more construction to the city on 2100 N. in the field located between Fruitland Drive and Mountain Road. Once the project is complete, the area will contain a 2-million-gallon water reservoir, the biggest one in North Ogden. This new tank will help provide enough water storage to maintain our culinary water needs beyond when our build-out capacity is reached. One of the greatest aspects of all these projects is that most of the funding has come from alternative sources. Impact fees

WE WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU UPDATED ON CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS!

from new development in the city have been able to help pay for the pipe we have upsized, along with the extra capacity we will be gaining from the new reservoir. The remainder of the water reservoir cost will be provided by the federal and state (ARPA) funds we received as part of the Covid Relief packages. By utilizing these different types of funding, we have been able to do a lot of upgrades with very little impact on your utility bill. As we look ahead to accomplishing future projects, we will continue to track our residents’ utility needs and the growth of the city to ensure the impact on all is minimal.

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2023 Blue Can Pickup Schedule

GUIDELINES TO ENSURE CONSISTENT SERVICE

• If a holiday (only those shown above on calendar) falls on a weekday, service will be delayed one day following the holiday.

• All containers MUST be placed outside by 6 a.m.

• Containers should be placed in the street with the wheels against the curb or within 2 feet of blacktop with the front of the container facing the street.

• The container must be placed 4 feet apart from other containers and 8 feet from mailboxes, poles, fences, trees or parked vehicles for easy access.

• Please break down cardboard boxes. For information please call 801-781-1349

801-503-0848

MAYOR

Neal Berube: 801-686-0688, nberube@nogden.org

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111, pswanson@nogden.org

Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987, cekstrom@nogden.org

Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202, bcevering@nogden.org

Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306, rbarker@nogden.org

Jay D. Dalpias: 385-405-6061, jddalpias@nogden.org

CITY OFFICES AND CONTACTS

City Hall

801-782-7211

Planning

801-737-9841

Scott Hess: planning@nogden.org

City Recorder

801-737-9830

Susan Nance: recorder@nogden.org

Human Resources Manager

801-737-9835

Katie Gerard-Nelson: kgerard@nogden.org

Building 801-737-9831

Bruce Higley: bhigley@nogden.org

Police Business 801-782-7219

Non-Emergency Dispatch 801-629-8221

Emergency 911

Chief Dirk Quinney: dquinney@nogden.org

Lieutenant Jeremy Hindes: jhindes@nogden.org

Public Works

801-782-8111

David Espinoza: despinoza@nogden.org

Parks & Recreation

801-737-0587

Becca Godfrey: bgodfrey@nogden.org

Justin Rasmussen: jrasmussen@nogden.org

City Manager/City Attorney

801-737-9846

Jon Call: jcall@nogden.org

Senior Center

801-782-6211: Zella Richards

Students of the Month

A Bright Future Begins Here

Brooklyn Edwards

During this school year, Brooklyn has stepped up and shown amazing leadership in her classes and with her peers as the President of the Warrior Business Academy. She has looked to include others, rather than exclude. She has taken other students who are new to DECA and FBLA under her wing and works with them on their projects and including them on her team for some of the events. Brooklyn is also an amazing student who does top-level work in class. Teachers don't worry about her if she misses a day of school because they know she will get the work done. Brooklyn is a very driven young woman who is going to do great and amazing things!

Chloe Huber

Chloe continually puts forth her best effort, turns in excellent work, and is extremely kind and thoughtful towards others. She is always staying on top of her work and asking questions when she doesn’t understand. This shows her determination to learn and succeed. Chloe comes into class with a smile on her face that makes her teacher's day a little brighter. Her teacher's favorite quote is…”If you take the time to learn someone’s name and find one thing to love about them, you have a friend.” Every time she sees Chloe, she has a smile on her face and shows a friendliness toward others that reminds her of that quote. Chloe, keep up your great work and always keep smiling!

Tessa Harrison

Tessa Harrison is a 9th grader at Orion Jr. High. Some of the great things are: she is bright, helpful, and kind. She works hard and isn’t afraid to try and do new things. Her favorite class is manufacturing. Tessa loves that it is hands on, and that she can go at her own pace to create something. Tessa is one of three girls in the class and doesn’t let that stop her from doing something she loves. She enjoys reading, theatre, looking at monologues and skits, and playing games. Tessa is highly involved in many clubs at Orion and stays busy with MESA, FCCLA, National Jr. Honor Society, Service Club, and is a member of PTSA. Just when you think Tessa couldn’t possibly fit anything else into her schedule, she tried out for and is in the school play, Guys & Dolls. She is amazing! The effort she puts into things, how much she cares, and her example to others around her is appreciated. Tessa has great leadership skills and will continue to do great things.

Ash Dean

Ash has been an exemplary example of serving others before himself. He helps people clean up and restore areas, even though he is not asked or expected to. Ash is a student that is always asking questions and pushing himself to learn more in any subject. He has formed excellent habits of hard work and dedication to his school work, which will prove to help him be the best he can be in his education. He is always doing what needs to be done without being asked. Ash is never not laughing when you see him. He is always cracking jokes, and he reads articles and books in his “narrator voice,” which brings the attitude and mood of the class up. He is a perfect example of leading by example.

The legislature is in session! In Weber CTC’s prevention work, legislation that considers substance use prevention and prioritizes mental health is very important and can be the best prevention strategy in a community. Weber CTC will be involved by visiting with our senators and representatives in Washington D.C. and by taking our Youth Council to the Utah State Legislature for Prevention Capitol Hill Day.

We will be educating legislators on our priorities which include preventing underage use of substances like alcohol and e-cigarettes and advocating for mental health support.

We will also take some time to thank our legislatures for the recent massive progress that has been made, like creating the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

We encourage you to use your voice this legislative session; get involved, express gratitude whenever possible, and provide your perspective to effect change where you live.

If you are interested in getting in contact with your Utah State legislators, visit le.utah.gov/GIS/findDistrict.jsp.

You can enter your address from this website to find out who your legislators are and access their contact information.

If you are interested in knowing what bills are going to be worked on in this legislative session visit le.utah.gov

As always, remember to follow us on Social Media for more updates and prevention information, or visit our website:

WeberCTC

QUESTIONS, or to VOLUNTEER, visit our website at weberctc.org

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FEBRUARY EVENTS

SCHOOLS

All Elementary, Jr. High, and High Schools

Feb 17: No School

Feb 20: Presidents Day–No School

WEBER HIGH

Feb 1: Warriorette State

Semi Finals TBA

Feb 3: Basketball Davis Girls 5:15 p.m. Boys 7 p.m.

Feb 4: Cheer Wildcat Invitational WSU TBA

Swim Region 1 Championship South Davis Rec Center 2 p.m.

Feb 6: PTSA Battle of the Bands 9:45 a.m.

Feb 8: Early Out 12:15 p.m.

Feb 9: Sterling Scholar

Area Competition 12-7 p.m.

Feb 10: Basketball Girls 5:15 p.m. Boys 7 p.m.

Feb 11: ACT Testing 7:45 a.m.

Sweetheart’s Dance 8 p.m.

Feb 14: Basketball Farmington Girls 5:15 Boys 7 p.m.

Feb 15: Wrestling State

Tournament UVU TBA

Parent Teacher Conferences

1-4 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Feb 16: Junior College Day 12-3 p.m.

Feb 17-18: Swim 6A Meet BYU TBA

Feb 22-28: Boys Basketball

State Tournament TBA

Girls Basketball State Tournament TBA

Feb 23: Orchestra Cone Concert 7 p.m.

Feb 28: Boys Basketball

Quarter Finals WSU TBA

NORTH OGDEN JR HIGH

Feb 1-3: Girls Basketball Camp 3 p.m.

Feb 8: Early Out 12:15 p.m.

Feb 9: Girls Basketball Tryouts 3 p.m.

Feb 15: Early Out 12:15 p.m.

Parent Teacher Conferences

12:45 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.

Feb 23: PTSA Capitol Field Trip TBA

Feb 23: STEM Fair Weber County

Fairgrounds Rec Hall 8:45 a.m.-2 p.m.

Feb 24: Girls Basketball 3 p.m.

Feb 28: Girls Basketball 3 p.m.

ORION JR HIGH

Feb 3: Honors History Capitol Building Tour 3 p.m.

Boys Basketball Playoffs 3 p.m.

Feb 6: Girls Basketball Tryouts 3 p.m.

Feb 7: Boys Basketball Championship game 3:30 p.m.

Feb 8: Early Out 12:15 p.m.

Feb 15: Early Out 12:15 p.m.

Parent Teacher Conference 1 p.m.

Feb 22: Girls Basketball 3 p.m.

Feb 23: STEM Fair Weber County

Fairgrounds Rec Hall 8:45 a.m.-2 p.m.

Feb 24: Girls Basketball 3 p.m.

Feb 28: District Beginning

Band Festival 8:30 a.m -2 p.m.

Girls Basketball 3 p.m.

Choir Concert 7 p.m.

MARIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Feb 15: STEAM Exhibition Night 6 p.m.

Feb 16: Jr. High Science Fair TBA

Feb 24: Jr. High Winter Dance TBA

SENIOR CENTER

North View Senior Center

485 E. 2550 N - North Ogden

Questions, Call Zella: 801-782-6211

Tax help will start in February - call to sign up.

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Feb 2: Dave Anderson 5:30 p.m.

Feb 6: Haircuts ($5) 10:15 a.m.

Second Generation Band 11 a.m.

Feb 9: Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance 5 p.m.

Feb 13: AARP Driving Class

($20 with card/$25 without) 10 a.m.

Feb 16: James Hudson Karaoke 5:30 p.m.

Feb 18: Gary Romer 7 p.m.

Feb 23: Bingo 5:30 p.m.

WEBER COUNTY LIBRARY – North Branch

475 E 2600 N • North Ogden • 801-337-2650

Mondays: Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.

Yoga for Families 4 p.m.

Mondays: Yoga for Families 4 p.m. Snowflake Scavenger Hunt (all day)

Tuesdays: Youth Game Club 4 p.m.

Wednesdays: STEAM Club 2 p.m.

Thursdays: Discovery Time 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Feb 11: Teddy Bear Day 3:30 p.m. Bring your own Teddy Bear buddy and learn about Teddy Roosevelt’s love and desire to protect wildlife and wild spaces. Enjoy stories and hands-on activities.

Feb 23: The Write Club 7 p.m.

Tuesdays: Youth Game Club 4 p.m. Snowflake Scavenger Hunt (all day)

Thursdays: Discovery Time 10:30 a.m & 11:30 a.m.

Whether you’re a poet, screenwriter, aspiringnovelist, or just like writing, come learn how to defeat writer’s block, enrich your prose with dynamic language, explore your creative process, or simply improve your creative writing skills.

FUN THINGS TO DO

Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 North Ogden

Community Band Rehearsals

North View Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Jazz Ensemble 8:30 p.m.

Bring your own instrument and music stand. Email jepsen2665@gmail.com for more info

Feb 1: "Back to the Future" ($7)

Perry's Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

Feb 3: First Friday Art Stroll

Downtown Ogden 6-9 p.m.

Open Studio Night at the Monarch 6-9 p.m.

Feb 8: Jazz at the Union Station 7 p.m.

Feb 9 & 10: Big Band Bash ($25)

Weber High Commons 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Feb 11-12: Acorn's Antique Show ($7)

Weber Fairgrounds 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Feb 17-19: Home & Garden Show

Golden Spike Event Ctr. Fri 12-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Feb 23: Ogden Musical Theater

Presents “The Secret Garden” ($15$22) Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.

AnNuaL StoRyte ing StiVaI

Feb. 27- March 1 , 2023

TALES TO REMEMBER: STORIES AMPLIFIED

The festival welcomes the best of national storytellers, as well as the best of Utah’s storytellers and fresh talent from community schools. In fact, our festival is nationally recognized for its emphasis on youth tellers!

There is something for everyone. We hope to see you there!

weber.edu/storytelling

Feb 25: Offroad Unleashed Car Show

Behind the North Ogden PizzaPie Cafe on Washington Blvd. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wednesdays through February:

Country Dancing Ogden Union Station

Lessons 8:30-9:30 p.m. / Dance 9-11 p.m.

Saturdays through February:

Winter Market

Ogden Union Station 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Saluting Our Service Members: Military Spotlight

By The Major Brent Taylor Foundation

Rob Ferguson joined the Army in 2011. He explained, “I grew up patriotic, and I always wanted to follow in my dad’s footsteps. He loved to tell stories about basic training and learning to jump out of planes. He was such a huge influence in my life. My uncle spent two years in Vietnam. I admire both of them.”

Rob didn’t join the military right out of high school. “I already had my degree and decided to join at 34,” he remembers. He attended basic training at Fort Benning, GA. “At 34, everyone called me grandpa in my basic training class.” But the rest of his peers soon grew to respect Rob’s greater maturity.

“It’s a little similar in my work as a college professor. We get a wide variety of students, from young people to others in their 40s or 50s, and that extra maturity aids them in their studies. It was the same for me in the army. The drill sergeants recognized that and they didn’t give me too hard of a time.”

His father, Fred Ferguson, remembers his own time in the military. “My brother and I were both in the Special Forces, the Green Berets. The training you receive and the discipline you learn in the military has a positive effect

on the rest of your life. To be successful in the Special Forces, you need to be very independent, good at making decisions, and a self-starter. These same skills are valuable in business and other important areas of your life.”

“As Special Forces, we like to stay low key and not draw too much attention. We don’t want people to know how dangerous we really are,” he says with a wink.

Fred shared some of his memories of serving with other amazing soldiers. He said, “I had dear friends who died in Vietnam and paid the ultimate price for our country at a time when they weren’t treated well. They are the heroes. They are the ones who deserve the praise, not I. They are the ones that took bullets, or came back with permanent injuries.

There’s no way in the world that I would want to be looked at as someone who accomplished anything extraordinary. My hope is that through my work, I’ve blessed the lives of others and helped them. As I see people who I’ve mentored become successful, that’s all the reward I need.”

Rob was deployed to Afghanistan and served there for 7 months. He was the Camp Commander at Camp Dalke and worked with Afghan Generals and the Afghan National Army (ANA). “We had to depend on each other there. The military is a tight-knit community. I’m not sure anyone who hasn’t experienced it realizes the bond we feel with other people who have served in the armed forces.”

Rob is currently a Captain serving as an instructor for Officer Candidate School, as well as his civilian job as a professor at Weber State University. He thrives on teaching and mentoring others. Thank you for your service.

Fred, Gayle and Rob Ferguson in the Drop Zone, as Rob was promoted to Captain.

BY RYAN SPELTS

I the Side Gig The Era of

If you have watched or read the news lately, 2023 might seem pretty doom and gloom, especially when it comes to financial news. Layoffs have begun, interest rates continue to climb, and everyone is in worry mode. My first advice is to turn the news off if you begin to feel fear while consuming it. Take a break. It also helps me to consult the past. Being a business owner, I like to look up businesses that were started during rough financial times. Some examples: Netflix was founded right before the dot com bubble popped in 2000, Airbnb was started in 2008 amidst the real estate crisis, and Revlon was started in 1932 right during the Great Depression. These time-defying companies are only a few of many successes that happened despite the troubles of their times. I believe our current times offer the same opportunities for us to succeed, even if the news pundits get their way and we do have a recession.

Maybe you aren’t particularly adventurous and don’t want to start a company. Maybe you just need to put a little extra cash in your bank for life’s unexpected challenges. Last year, we had four car breakdowns in a little over two months. It was about $5,000 in expenses that we weren’t planning on. I talked to a friend yesterday who said her water heater went out which cost her an extra $1800, which she didn’t have room for in her budget. I have heard it said that the average family only needs an extra $300 a month to give them security when these unexpected expenses arise. This article is going to focus on ways you can add a little bit extra to your monthly income. It is certainly not exhaustive but might give you some ideas on how to fill the gaps in your budget.

This is the era of the side gig. Regular, everyday people with regular full-time jobs are doing all sorts of side gigs to make extra money. We have gathered a list that is by no means all-inclusive but hope this gives you a little extra motivation to decide to put yourself out there and start making some extra money.

People or Food Delivery:

Most people have heard of the next couple of options. Ridesharing and food delivery are both a way to bring in extra cash. Companies like Uber, Lyft, and GrubHub are easy enough to sign up with and get rolling. You can potentially earn an extra $300 - $1000 a month doing any of these on the side; however, it may mean extra wear and tear on your vehicle, so be aware of those costs. The benefit of these services is that your schedule is 100% in your control. You can work one night a week or every night if you want. It is up to you.

I drove for Uber before we started the magazine for one night. It was New Year’s Eve in Salt Lake City, and it was busy. I didn’t love the drunk passengers, but I earned a little extra cash and realized that it wasn’t for me. I use the service from time to time though, and I always ask the drivers how they like driving and the responses are nearly universally, “I love it!” They say it is so great to have a flexible schedule and they love that they can meet new people all the time.

Companies to consider

Rent out your Extra Space:

Another option is to use your extra space and rent it out. I have had the chance to travel a bit for work and have used Airbnb and VRBO for finding a room. You can also rent out your side yard or garage space on different sites online. One couple I stayed with had a large home in Boise where they raised their family of four kids… The kids had all moved out, so they started renting the extra space on Airbnb and it earned them an extra $1000+ per month. When I was traveling to Boise to pick up magazines earlier this year (when we had so many problems with printing), I stayed with them. I liked it better than staying at a hotel, plus it saved me a few bucks. I also parked my big delivery truck we use to pick up magazines in someone’s large backyard for $50 a month. If you have extra space, you can find someone to utilize that space and bring in some extra cash. Your income potential here will vary based on what you have to offer but the range is potentially from $50-$1500 a month.

Companies to Consider

Sell your skills

Maybe you aren’t in a place in life where you have extra space or a large piece of property. That is okay; you have other skills. Connection Publishing has used this part of the market for nearly all of what you see in these magazines. We have freelancers to do much of the work it takes to publish these magazines: writing, editing, graphic design, and social media. A freelancer is someone who works for a company but is not employed by the company. They work as a contractor and are often paid by the piece. Here are some of the most common freelancers needed in today’s market.

Writers: We have found that there are quite a few people who like to write but are not in a position to work full-time, particularly moms who want to stay home with their children in the early years. There are so many writers needed in the general market that it is a common need. Website content, blog posting, articles, technical writing, sales copy, and many more are all areas that companies need help with, but may not need to hire someone full-time.

Graphic Designers: From making advertisements, logos, magazine layouts, social media posts, and website designs, and even making unique designs of your own, you can sell your skills or your products online. I taught myself how to do graphic design using YouTube and friends to help me get past the initial stages of design so I could help make advertisements for our advertising clients. I am not a professional, but I can do the basics, which is often all you need - especially if you have an eye for good design.

Programmers/ Website Development: I know several people who do this type of work in their full-time jobs. These skills are in high demand, and it would be easy to post on a freelance site and start taking on some side work to make extra money.

Here are other skills that are in high demand for freelancers: Cybersecurity, programming, app development, voiceovers, video production, automation, data science, transcription services, social media management, cloud consulting, blockchain, tutoring, and many many more. I have met people who help people get organized on the side. If you have a skill, put it out there and see what options you have to bring in extra cash as a freelancer. It may take some time and effort to start earning business as a freelancer, but build your customer base and make sure to make people happy and you will get busy over time.

Companies to consider

Mobile Notary

This one is unique. Nowadays, you do not need to go to a title company or a bank to sign important papers. Most companies will send a notary to your home or business to sign the same papers. Mobile Notaries are a key piece of this industry. Notaries must train and be licensed with the state, but this can be a lucrative side gig. A couple of years ago when we signed our refinance papers, I asked our notary about his job. He said he replaced his full-time income after about two years of working as a mobile notary. The notary will make anywhere from $75 per signing with a client to sometimes upwards of $300. It can be quite lucrative. You will need a bond and seal, and to license with the state. Reference notary.utah. gov for all the steps. I will warn you that it will likely take a year or more before this is a steady income. Rates have gone up and signings are less in demand, so it could be a little more challenging right now, but where there is a will, there is a way.

Sell stuff online

If you are a deal hunter, this one might be up your alley. Buying and reselling items people want and need can be a great way to earn extra cash. This can include buying everyday products that you find on sale, then reselling them online with a markup. Many people don’t shop for sales and instead, look for convenience. Another idea I have come across is buying older furniture and cleaning it up or refinishing it, then reselling it for a markup. I have even met a few people who create artwork or useful items like calendars and sell them on sites like Etsy or eBay. Get your creative juices flowing and think about things that people may want, then create the product and sell it online. You may need to learn marketing skills to do this effectively. You can follow along as I teach marketing on my website at ryanspelts.com to learn more.

If you know a particular skill, you can also sell your knowledge online. You can put together a course on your skills and sell access to that knowledge. I am working on my first course to sell online about sales and marketing. I was told by the SBA that the most sought-after knowledge by new small businesses is sales and marketing skills. I have spent the last 25 years mastering those very skills and I will be offering a course that is designed to help local small businesses. For now, I am recording myself speaking about those skills and putting those videos on YouTube and ryanspelts.com to build a following so that when my course is ready, I will have a group of people to whom I can offer it first. I figure I might as well put it out there and see if the lessons I can offer are wanted.

Companies to Consider:

Become a salesperson

This has a massive range of possibilities. You can sell just about anything. Either online or in person. I know people who sell cosmetics, others who sell oils, and others who still sell healthy juices or supplements. Then there is the internet. If you are good at creating videos or making social media posts, you could help other companies create that type of content for their pages. Another option is to become an affiliate marketer, which is where you represent and sell nearly any product you can think of and make a commission on the sale. Social media influencers often do this when they pitch their favorite brands online; they will often use a link to send you to a site like Amazon which will later pay them a commission for their sales.

I knew someone who made videos of their favorite throw rugs, linked people to the sites where the rugs are sold and made a commission on those items. I also found companies that would drop-ship their products so the seller didn’t have to carry inventory.

This one will take a little sales and marketing know-how, as well as some tech abilities, but it could be a way to add to your income. You could look at supplying products on Amazon as well. I know several people who have built multi-million dollar businesses buying items in bulk from places like alibaba.com and reselling them on amazon.com or Walmart.com. I believe that sales are such an important skill; I encourage my kids to take on jobs where they get to practice sales skills. Even if they don’t spend a career selling as I have, I want them to know the skills so they can use them in their other endeavors.

Companies to Consider:

There are so many more options available today, it’s amazing. The only side jobs I knew about when I was a kid were delivering newspapers and working at the local gas station for the night shift. Today the possibilities are limitless. They are not without effort or investment of your time. There is so much that you can learn and do online. Let’s make 2023 an economy-defying year and make our lives better by taking control of our opportunities. Let us know if we missed a side gig that you think others would enjoy.

Ogden Pioneers of Development

First Limestone Kiln in Northern Utah

BY KENDAL RAE JENSEN

James Philomen Stowe was my 4th great-grandfather. He was one of the original settlers of the Ogden Utah region. He was born in Granville, Massachusetts to British colonial settlers. He married Jemima Burton on February 5, 1829, in Wooster, Ohio. They were the parents of at least six surviving sons and three daughters. Following early Mormon pioneers, they made their home in an area known as Plum Hollow (Council Bluffs), Nebraska for a time. In 1847, at only 15 and 17 years old, two of his sons, William and Samuel, went west as livestock wranglers for the first group of pioneers. On May 1, 1851, James and his remaining family left Council Bluffs and made their journey with the Davis Lewis Wagon Company traveling for 131 days before arriving in Utah on September 9, 1851.

Upon arriving in the Salt Lake valley, Brigham Young sent them to settle in the Ogden area. They built their home in the Sullivan Hollow area on present-day 7th Street in Ogden. They originally owned the school track land, located from Ben Lomond High School to Washington Blvd. They brought plum tree starts from their home in Plum

Hollow, Nebraska, and those plum trees still grow in the hollow on 7th Street. In his youth, James became a brick mason by trade and followed the business to a greater or lesser extent throughout his entire life. Alongside friend James Moroni Thomas, he was the first to establish a limestone kiln in northern Utah. Before they completed the kiln, homes were built with only mud, logs, and roughcut stone. Making bricks in the kiln led to substantial growth of the area. The kiln was later restored by the Weber County Historical Society. It is now a preserved historical site one can visit in Ogden Canyon. James was actively connected with the masonry business and building material development of the region until his death.

In 1863, James received a charter from the Governor and was building the first road into Taylor Canyon above Weber State University. He was making splendid progress on this work when he accidentally fell through the ice of the Weber River and drowned. His body was never recovered. He left behind his wife of 34 years and their seven surviving children. One of his sons, Hyrum George Stowe, was my 3rd great-grandfather. In 1862, 17-year-old Hyrum was sent by Brigham Young, along with 500 other men, to capture the band of Morrisite outlaws, who were defying the government and unlawfully taking prisoners at Kington Fort in present-day South Weber. The three-day war ended in eleven deaths and

the leader of the band, Joseph Morris, being killed. Hyrum felt the burden of those deaths for the remainder of his life. Hyrum was also instrumental in the urban and agricultural development of Northern Utah. He had two daughters with his first wife, Lorinda, and was widowed at 32 years of age. He met fellow widower, Mary Julia Benson, at the shops at Five Points, and they had three more children together. Their youngest son was our ‘Pop,’ William Stowe, who became a civil engineer and Ogden City Commissioner. His son, David Marcus ‘Ted’ Stowe, my great grandfather, carried on the tradition of engineering from his father and was the engineer that surveyed HAFB in 1938 and was instrumental in officially bringing the Air Force to Utah in 1940, and later Travis Air Force Base in Sacramento, California. I am grateful for the grit and perseverance of these early settlers who helped build and develop the area that my family and I are so blessed to call home. Without hard-working pioneers like these, we wouldn’t have the resources available that we enjoy today.

Know of an ancestor with ties to early development? We would like to share your story. Please email cindy@connectionpub.com

Hyrum & wife Mary and their extended family around 1912

Hyrum George Stowe 1845-1924

27th Annual Weber State University Storytelling Festival

Weber State's event is one of the very few storytelling festivals in the nation that is university-sponsored, and it has become a beloved annual community happening. The Festival itself occurs at the end of February, and there is something for everyone: preschoolers to senior citizens, college students to families with children of all ages. During the three-day event from February 27 to March 1, the Festival welcomes the best of international and national storytellers and the best of Utah's storytellers and youth talent from surrounding schools. This year's Festival will feature internationally renowned tellers Sheila Arnold, Valentina Ortiz, and Bil Lepp. Sheila uses her knowledge of human development, passion for history, compassion for humanity and extraordinary performance skills to engage and entertain audiences. Valentina speaks the ancient Aztec words as well as the modern stories of Mexico. Bil comes to us with humorous, family-friendly tall tales that often contain morsels of truth, presenting themes in clever and witty ways.

On Festival mornings, a conference format of concurrent sessions allows

listeners to select from various storytelling genres and is open to the general public. Afternoon workshops, seminars and story presentations are also available. Some of these events are aimed at university students, faculty and staff, but most are open to all. These events take place at the Ogden location of Weber State University. In addition, national storytellers present their superlative tales at events scheduled for each evening of the Festival, including family-oriented story concerts and a special fundraising banquet. The Festival has been honored with the Utah Association of Teacher Educators' Distinguished Project Award, a recipient of Weber State University's Exemplary Collaboration Award,

a Community Service Award from the Utah Association for Gifted Children, and the National Storytelling Network's Oracle Award. This award-winning Festival is nationally recognized for its emphasis on youth storytellers who perform their stories on stage with practicing professionals. Children prepare stories, either individually or in tandem, at their schools and are selected by their school districts to participate in the Festival. All participating storytellers will capture your hearts and create an unforgettable experience in literacy, culture, and the arts. Weber State University Storytelling Festival events are FREE of charge, except the Storytelling Festival Dinner on Tuesday evening. Visit weber.edu/ storytelling for the schedule of events.

"Once upon a time…" is alive and well at the 27th Weber State University Storytelling Festival! This year's theme, Tales to Remember: Stories Amplified, is sure to entertain.

Send Me a Trainer – Delivering Fitness Daily

BY ABRAHAM TINKLEPAUGH

With over a decade of experience helping our clients lose weight, tone up, and getting our clients into their best shape ever, we’ve learned that there are two key factors to your success. First is Convenience. If it’s convenient you’re more likely to stick with it. Second is you’ve got to have the right trainer.

Holly and Jason Loveless, residents of North Ogden, are passionate about personal fitness. Wanting to help others inspired them to set aside money from the sale of their Orem home so they could launch Utah’s first Inhome Personal Training bus, Send Me a Trainer, while spending more time with family.

Jason is a Physical Therapist from California, but he’s now lived in Utah longer than anywhere else. Holly moved to Utah from Spokane, Washington 11 years ago, and she’s lived in Northern Utah for the past four of them.

“My favorite thing about living in Utah is its slower pace,” said Jason. “It’s calmer, and it just feels like home.”

year coaching a running club while still teaching, 20 of her students made it into the Los Angeles Marathon. “They did great, they were champs,” said Holly. At Send Me a Trainer North Ogden, Holly reaches out to anyone interested in personal training and then matches them with a certified trainer who will help them achieve their fitness goals. With four little children, according to Holly, it’s great to be able to work from home.

“One of the main reasons I went into teaching was to make an impact on individuals, so they can ultimately improve their lives,” said Holly. “I’m not in the classroom right now, but I am finding through this business that I am still able to help.”

Jason coordinates the connection and marketing side of things, which includes running ads and coordinating events and visits to local businesses. “The training we provide helps people meet their goals faster than just going to the gym. It helps them to be accountable as they get in shape by developing healthy habits from their preferred location,” said Jason. “If they are meeting their goals, we know we are meeting ours.”

Get on the North Ogden Send Me a Trainer app and sign up for a session. Call them now at (801) 3913704, and you can get a free first session that’s not currently offered on the app.

“We want to help people live the healthiest life they can,” said Jason.

sendmeatrainer.com/northogden

Jason loves running to stay fit, and he especially enjoys helping other people improve their quality of life. Holly, a former high school teacher, is also keen on fitness and running. She’s run nine marathons, including the famed Boston Marathon. In her second

When asked how trainers are matched with prospective clients, Holly replied, “I know all of our trainers well. I know their strengths. If someone is looking to lose weight or build muscle, and even for those with limited mobility, I know which trainer to send.”

30-minute sessions cost $35-45; 60-minute sessions run from $59-75. Clients may review trainer profiles via the Send Me a Trainer app. They’re currently serving clients from the ages of 14 to 89.

Their goal is to give you access to top qualified trainers in your area. You can even rotate trainers to make sure you find the right fit. No more wasting time searching for trainers or going to the gym.

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Family Law

had a great experience with people who really cared and helped out. We didn’t feel like we were being run through any sort of mill. They made arrangements so family members could have some personal time to say goodbyes.

Third–Have some easily accessible cash for your family

I had one of the most difficult experiences of my life this Christmas season: my mother passed away suddenly, unexpectedly, while we were taking her to the hospital. Nothing prepared me for this experience, not even the work I have done with couples and individuals planning for these end-of-life moments or taking people through the probate process. Now, I understand better the overwhelming emotional journey that accompanies the legal situation. As I am walking this road, cleaning out her apartment, arranging for funerals, and communicating with family, I thought it could be helpful to share a few things that I have learned through these circumstances.

First–Be Prepared

We all know that our lives are going to end at some point. As often as not, that end will come without much advance notice. I want to know where all of the information about my bank accounts, insurance policies, debts, etc. is located, so my family can find that and access it easily.

Second–A good mortuary makes a big difference

My mom did not do any pre-planning, so we had to find a place to help. The hospital gave us a list of mortuaries, and we called several till we found one that seemed affordable. We

While the mortuary experience was nice, they also come at a cost. Cremation will cost you a minimum of $2100, while a funeral will cost you several times that. Most of our children do not have the ability to simply foot that bill while waiting for an estate to settle up. Set up a bank account with your children as the pay-on-death beneficiaries. That way, they can have a way to access some money to cover those initial costs.

Finally–Have a place to keep all of your important papers

My mom had a will (I drafted it for her years ago), but she didn’t know where it was. I never found it, even after going through all of the boxes in her apartment. Having copies of all your bills (and your login information and passwords) can be super helpful. Just make certain someone knows where those documents can be found. Since this happened with my mom, it has inspired me to have a conversation with my dad, in order to be better prepared for when he passes away. He also lives alone, so his passing could become a similar situation. This has also inspired me to get things in order in my own home. While preparation doesn’t make the loss of a loved one any easier, it helps make all of the details less intrusive in the grieving process.

HOME PRODUCT RISKS AND SAFETY BEST PRACTICES

By: Addie A.–Acuity

INSURANCE CARRIERS

It seems like every room in our home is outfitted with consumer products, both large and small. While these items may help you in your day-to-day life, they also can pose a risk. Understanding these risks and how you can prevent them is an important part of being a homeowner. Here are a few risks posed by common home items.

CLOTHES DRYERS CAN START ON FIRE

Every year, 2,900 clothes dryer fires are reported, which equates to over $35 million in property loss annually. To help prevent these fires, be sure to clean the lint out of your dryer after every use, and do a more thorough dryer cleaning a few times a year. Dryer fires are more prevalent during the winter months, so performing this preventative maintenance before the cold weather sets in can help reduce the risk.

CLOTHES WASHERS LEAK WATER

A leak in your washer can quickly turn into a big problem. If your washer is leaking, the first place to check is the hoses. Also, be sure to verify that the leak or backup isn’t caused by a restricted household drain. Another place to check is the water or drain pump of your washer.

DISHWASHERS CAN LEAK WATER FROM DOOR

This can be a common problem with dishwashers and can cause buckling in wood floors and other water damage. Be sure to check the edge of your door and control panel to make sure it is shutting properly and the latch is closing fully. If the latch is closing, then check around the door for tears, cuts, or wear. If there are any issues here, you may need to replace your door gasket.

TOILET SUPPLY LINE CAN LEAK

Some companies produced their water supply lines and coupling nuts with lower grade materials, which may result in lines cracking, bursting, or breaking before they should. This can cause flooding and property damage if not properly taken care of. Check the brand of your water lines to ensure they aren’t part of this list. It is also important to keep up to date on recalls for your appliances and home products. To check if a recall has been issued for a product you own, search the recall list at the Consumer Product Safety Commission website.

Simply Savory

SOUPS

A warm bowl of soup is a great way to stay warm and cozy as we endure the last weeks of winter. Soup is satisfying to make, and trying out different recipes and ingredients is a great way to introduce new foods to your family. Check out our cozy soup recipes and let us know what you think!

Corn Bacon Potato Chowder

BY KENDAL RAE JENSEN

Corn (choose one)

4 ears of corn or whole kernel corn, drained

1 can cream of corn (if not using fresh corn Soup

1 tsp butter (or oil)

8 oz bacon, chopped

2 tbsp butter (use 3 tbsp if bacon is lean)

1 garlic clove, minced

1 small onion, diced (or half large onion)

5 tbsp flour

2 cups chicken broth, low sodium

3 cups milk

2 lbs potatoes, cut into cubes

2 sprigs of thyme OR 1 tsp dried thyme

3/4 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup shallots / scallions, green part finely sliced Salt and finely ground pepper to taste

Cut the corn off the cob. One way to do this is to place a small ramekin in a large bowl. Place corn on the ramekin, then cut the corn off. Keep the naked cobs or open cans of corn.

Place 1 tsp butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until golden. Use a slotted spoon to remove onto a paper towel lined plate. Leave fat in pot. Lower heat to medium high. Add 2 tbsp butter. Once melted, add garlic and onion. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes until onion is translucent.

Add flour and mix it in. Cook while stirring for 1 minute. Add broth, milk, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf. Break the naked cobs into 2 or 3 and add them into the liquid. Put the lid on and simmer for 25 minutes (adjust heat so it’s simmering energetically but not bubbling too much).

Remove lid and remove corn cobs. Add corn and cook for 5 minutes or until cooked to your taste.

Stir through cream and 3/4 of the bacon and shallots. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with remaining bacon and shallots.

Pork Tenderloin, Funeral Potatoes, Asparagus, and Dinner Rolls

Mississippi Pot Roast with a side of Mashed Potatoes, and Peas

Pancakes, Eggs, Bacon/Sausage, and Hash Browns

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Chicken Pot Pie with a side of Fruit Salad

Pasta Alfredo with Chicken, Broccoli, and a Side of Garlic Bread

Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup

Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice

Casserole

Pizza Night with a side Salad

Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff with Rice or Egg Noodles. side of Green Beans.

Baked Feta Pasta with a side of Asparagus

Pizza Rolls and a Caesar Salad

BBQ Chicken Salad

Crepe Night, Sweet & Savory

Waffles

Pork Chops, Baked Mac & Cheese, with a side of Roasted Carrots. Oven-Baked Chicken Fajitas

Hearty Gnocchi Soup with Crusty Bread

Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

Lemon Garlic Baked Fish with Rice & Broccoli

Pizza Night

Crispy Pan Pizza

Corn Bacon Potato Chowder

Veggie Fried Rice

French Bread Pizza

One Pan

Oven-Roasted Chicken and Veggies

Taco Bowls

Frittata

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10 Reasons to Have GOLDBACKS!

By: Chris Turpin

1. GOLDBACKS ARE REAL GOLD

They are 24 carat .9999 pure Gold

2. GOLDBACKS ARE LEGAL CURRENCY IN UTAH

They are legal voluntary currency, accepted at more than 350 businesses in Utah.

3. GOLDBACKS ARE VERY LIQUIDABLE

Unlike gold coins, which can only be liquidated at coin stores, Goldbacks are liquidable wherever they are accepted.

4. GOLDBACKS ARE FUNGIBLE

This means the values are interchangeable (you can exchange a 1:25 GB for 5: 5GB or 25:1GB).

5. GOLDBACKS MAKE GOLD OWNERSHIP ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE

For as little as $4.00, you can start to own gold. This is far less than the 100s or 1000s that it costs to get gold coins.

6. GOLD BACKS WILL ALWAYS HAVE VALUE Gold has been used as money for over 5,000 years; it will always be money and have value. Fiat dollars will always go down in value.

7. GOLDBACKS ARE VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO COUNTERFEIT

They have security measures included like layered gold, a negative image of the front on the back, individual serial numbers, a government-grade border, background inscription, and more.

8. GOLDBACKS ARE AVAILABLE IN FIVE DENOMINATIONS 1, 5, 10, 25, AND 50

9. GOLDBACKS PRESERVE YOUR BUYING POWER AND WEALTH

If you had 100 dollars and 25 Goldbacks in January 2022, by December 2022, the buying power of the fiat $100 dollars would be about 85.00, whereas the buying power of the 25 GoldBacks would be about $105.00 dollars. This buying power difference is over 20 percent.

10. GOLD BACKS ARE AVAILABLE LOCALLY

You can get GoldBacks locally for the Best Price at GunsAmmoPreparedness, located at the Weber County Sports Shooting Complex. We are inside the 50yard range building. 2446 Rulon White Blvd. Ogden or call us at 801-695-1920.

Whether you are interested in buying gold in case the worst should happen or just want to have gold in reserve that is spendable, Goldbacks are an amazing currency that can be used today and in the future. It is actual gold. Each Goldback denomination has a unique artist's rendering tied into the state of origin, in our case, Utah. They are beautiful and unique.

The Goldback® is the world’s first physical, interchangeable, gold money that is designed to accommodate even small transactions.