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City of North Ogden COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER BY JON CALL, CITY MANAGER/ATTORNEY
Resident’s Question: Are there rules against certain activities in parks? Answer: As the warmer seasons approach us, it is always a good idea to remind ourselves of the rules in our parks. Some of the parks have specific rules which relate to just the use of those parks, like the dog park and equestrian park. However, there are several rules which are universally enforced. Some of the most common violations we see are the following: 1) Parks are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nobody should be in the parks after 10 p.m. for any reason. 2) Injuring grass and plants: Nobody should be injuring the grass, trees, and shrubs in the parks. Specifically, we are seeing an increase in the number of people placing plastic on the grass for extended periods of time. This causes some dramatic damage to the grass, which requires weeks to recover from. 3) Vandalism: We have also seen an increase in the vandalism in the parks lately. 4) We don’t allow for any alcoholic beverages to be consumed in the city parks, and obviously the use of illegal drugs is prohibited. If somebody sees a violation of the posted rules, they should call the non-emergency hotline for the Police at (801) 629-8221. If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city-related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.
Justin keeps the NorthExpires Shore 4/30/21 Aquatic Center int top shape all year around. Thank you, Justin!
The Proposed North Ogden Public Safety Building Security and evidence storage are two key components driving the need for an upgraded Public Safety Building for the community of North Ogden City. Many people have asked why a facility is necessary now. For many years, our current building has served our needs, but certain safety issues have pressed the city to seriously consider a long list of safety upgrades. Over the past few years, the city council has discussed what should be included in the new Public Safety Building. The new facility will have secure separation between civilian staff and the Investigation and Patrol Divisions. Occasionally, the officers are dealing with an individual who has the potential of becoming violent towards officers or other community members. The added separations will help protect everyone involved when tension is high. Other examples of enhanced security include a secure emergency vestibule at the public entrance for after-hours use. If citizens are in fear of their safety, they can enter the vestibule which will lock behind them and they will be immediately connected to a 911 dispatcher. Also, a secure parking area will keep police vehicles from being tampered with, while also allowing your officers to travel to and from their vehicles within a secure parking area. There will also be a secure port for the loading and unloading of detainees that will keep your officers and the detainees safe. Additionally, the courtroom will be updated to meet all the current safety and operating mandates set by the state, including a better screening process at the entrance of the court. The judge and the clerks will have a place to retreat if ever confronted with a threat. There will be places for attorneys to meet with their clients safely and privately. There will be a place for victims and witnesses to enter, exit, and wait without worrying about coming in close contact with the individual who may have harmed them. In addition to increased security in the new facility, there are currently limitations for evidence storage for past cases and new cases that will be addressed. The city has put significant effort into managing and maintaining evidence for the various police cases handled by our fine officers each day. Enhanced evidence facilities will help keep the city compliant with the expectations of modern criminal prosecutions. When this building is constructed, there is no question that it will be a huge investment for the community into the safety of your officers and community. We encourage residents to get involved and let their voices be heard concerning this investment into the North Ogden community. The city council will be discussing the plans regularly over the next couple months. The best way to get involved is to watch the meetings and email the council at councilccmm@nogden.org The report found here https://bit.ly/2OUUz8U is helpful in explaining the concerns, evaluations, and conceptual ideas going into the new facility. April 2021 | northogdenconnection.com 5
