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2020 Census - You Matter, Be Counted!
Shaping your future. The results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities every year for the next decade. That funding shapes many different aspects of every community, no matter the size, no matter the location.
Why the Census Matters.
Healthcare. Census results affect planning and funding for healthcare—including programs such as Medicaid, Medicare Part B, State Children’s Health Insurance, and the prevention and treatment of substance abuse. Local School Impact. Census results affect planning and funding for education—including programs such as Head Start, Pell Grants, school lunches, rural education, adult education, and grants for preschool speacial education. Roads and Transit. Census results affect planning and funding for infrastructure—including programs for highway planning and construction, Section 8 housing, federal transit, community development, and rural water and waste disposal systems. Employment and Training. Census results affect planning and funding for employment and training—including programs for vocational rehabilitation state grants, dislocated workers, and American Indian and Alaska Native employment and training. Get the facts. The census provides critical data that lawmakers,
It’s Budget Time
BY BRANDON GARSIDE
On Tuesday, May 5, the City Council received the Mayor’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Now is the time when the council members carefully review the proposed budget for every department within the city before adopting the final budget at the end of June. There’s no denying that our local economy, and in turn the city budget, has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Even so, the council is committed to ensuring the needs of Ogden residents are met. Implementation of the Five-Year Strategic Plan may be slowed in the upcoming fiscal year, but the plan remains as the council’s guide for many budgetary decisions. “This budget season certainly has its challenges,” Council Chair Angela Choberka said. “But we as a council are committed to working with the administration to keep Ogden functioning in such a way that expectations are met.” business owners, teachers, and many others use to provide daily services, products, and support for you and your community. Every year, billions of dollars in federal funding go to hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads, and other resources, based on census data. Your Privacy Matters. The U.S. Census Bureau is bound by law to protect your answers and keep them strictly confidential. In fact, every employee takes an oath to protect your personal information for life. The Census Bureau is bound by Title 13 of the U.S. Code to keep your information confidential. Under Title 13, the Census Bureau cannot release any identifiable information about you, your home, or your business, even to law enforcement agencies. The law ensures that your private data is protected and that your answers cannot be used against you by any government agency or court.
The Census can be Completed at Home
It is crucial for your participation in the 2020 Census for our city and community. For your own safety, and to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, there is no need to complete it in person. Please visit the following sites to complete your Census and to find more information: Online - www.my2020census.gov By Phone - Number will be provided on Census form delivered to your home By Mail - Forms will be delivered to each household
The proper and efficient use of your tax dollars, which make up about 60% of the city’s budget, is of the utmost importance to the council. Residents will have the opportunity to personally address the council regarding specific items within the budget in public hearings, which are tentatively scheduled for June 2, 9, and 23. As always, the council welcomes questions on the budget or any topic at any time by email (citycouncil@ogdencity.com) or calling the Council Office at 801-629-8153. Correspondence received through these channels is forwarded directly to Council Members.
Throughout the budget process, the Council will provide updates on their website at ogdencity.com/citycouncil, social media, and email distribution list. To be added to the list, just send an email to citycouncil@ogdencity.com.
Ogden Pulls Together - COVID-19 Business Support
BY CAMERON GIFFORD
In the spirit of community and support, Ogden City shifted its existing loan programs – namely, the Microenterprise Loan Program (MCLP) and Small Business Loan Program (SBLP) – to better and more immediately support businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The newly-formed Emergency Loan Fund (ELF) is one of Ogden City’s primary efforts in responding to COVID-19 and its related economic impacts, and these loans are intended to support companies during a short period of economic hardship. The ELF was made possible largely through the support of generous Ogden-based businesses to whom we would like to extend our profound and sincere appreciation. These donations have helped businesses of all stripes, from “mom and pop” cafés to community cornerstone restaurants, Ogden-based printing and publishing companies, local dance studios, barber shops, tattoo parlors, nail salons, and other arts-based businesses. To date, 23 companies have either received or are in the process of receiving funds, and seven additional companies have been approved to receive funds. It should be noted, the businesses who have made donations to the ELF did not ask for, nor expect, any official recognition. The first donation to the ELF was provided by R&O Construction, with the goal of supporting the most vulnerable businesses in the city. R&O’s generosity acted as a catalyst for contributions from other companies, and these donations prompted Ogden City to establish the ELF and seek additional donations to further assist small businesses. R&O’s donation was inspired by a situation in which Slade Opheikens, R&O’s president and CEO, found himself. Opheikens was touched by an encounter he had at a restaurant early on in the pandemic, before dine-in operations were suspended. Opheikens expressed his gratitude for being able to contribute to other businesses’ survival. “I wanted to make a donation to the restaurants and small businesses in the Ogden area being impacted, while we in the construction industry are still working and fortunate enough to be considered an ‘essential business,’” Opheikens said. “We didn’t want publicity for this, just to sincerely help the people of this community who have all treated us so well for the last 40 years. I am sure our turn to get hit by this new norm is around the corner, but for now, we can help.”
Another major donor was the Ogden Industrial Development Corporation (OIDC), which emphasized their donation was part of their long-term commitment to the building of Ogden. “As a major historical investor in the Ogden Industrial Park, Continental Bakery and the Ogden Business Exchange, we have always taken a proactive role in developing Ogden’s economy,” OIDC said of their donation. “This is an unprecedented time in the history of Ogden; we wanted to participate in keeping Ogden’s most vulnerable companies operating.” Additional donations have been generously provided by Wadman Corporation, Marketstar, Utah Certified Development Company (Utah CDC), and Goldenwest Credit Union. Jason Davis, who manages the Ogden Business Information Center (BIC), said Ogden was uniquely situated because of its existing loan programs designed to support local businesses. “Support has always been the goal of our program. We’ve been focused on helping not only the smaller, family-owned businesses but also some of the larger local businesses recognized as keystones of the community that employ people in the Ogden area,” Davis said. “We didn’t have to create anything new… because of that, we’ve really been able to focus on helping those who haven’t been able to get funding through the Paycheck Protection Program or Economic Injury Disaster Loan under the pressure of these critical circumstances. We’ve done a good job so far; we just need to continue to get the word out.”
HELP FOR BUSINESS OWNERS
If you’re a business owner still looking for financial assistance, the ELF offers loans up to $10,000, with 0% interest, and up to 12 months of deferred payments. More details about the program are available on the BIC webpage. We encourage businesses to confirm eligibility prior to applying by contacting the Business Information Center (BIC) by phone at (801) 629-8613, by e-mail or go to www. ogdenbusiness.com
Ogden City is still accepting contributions of any size to support the ELF. If you would like to make a donation to help us assist local businesses, please contact Ogden City Community and Economic Development by e-mail, or by phone at (801)629-8910.
DONATIONS WELCOME
Online Reporting
BY CAMERON STIVER
Online reporting allows citizens to file a police report online using a computer, tablet, smartphone, or kiosk at the Francom Public Safety Building for lower priority calls for service. When a citizen uses the online reporting system, they won’t have to wait for an officer to respond and can get a case number immediately. An example for the use of the online reporting system would be the loss/theft of an Ogden City garbage can. A case number is required to report the loss/theft of the garbage can to the Public Works Department. Instead of waiting for an officer to respond, an individual can file the report online and get the case number immediately. A valid email address and phone number are needed to file an online report. The online reports are reviewed by officers and sergeants, then sent to detectives if there is any information to follow-up on. There are certain types of calls that can be reported with the online reporting system, and there are a few questions that need to be answered before one can proceed in the online reporting system.
If you can answer yes to these statements, your case is qualified to file a report online: 1) This is not an emergency. 2) This occurred within Ogden City Limits. 3) There are no known suspects. 4) This did not occur on Interstate 15. 5) This is not occurring right now.
If you answered No to any of the above, call Dispatch at (801) 395-8221. Obviously, if there is an emergency, please dial 911 to speak with a dispatcher to report the emergency.
A list of incidents that can be reported online is found below.
Barking Dog: If a dog has excessive barking that is causing a disturbance to another person.
City Ordinance Violation: Any city ordinance violations that are not generally covered in the Utah Criminal Code. Damaged Property: When property owned is damaged, destroyed, or defaced by force. Follow up/Supplemental: When victim has additional information to be added to an initial criminal report. Graffiti: When property owned is damaged or defaced by/with spray paint or similar damage. Harassment by Communication: When victim receives repeated communications via phone, cell phone, text, or other means that are unwanted or threatening in nature. Identity Theft: When identity of a person is used/taken by a suspect without permission for the purpose of criminal activity. Intelligence Case: Information that is obtained from the general public for the possible investigation of a criminal or suspected criminal offense. Littering: When a suspect, without the permission of the property owner, disposes, discards, dumps or throws away any property on the owner’s property.
Lost/Missing Ogden City Owned Garbage Cans Only (Green
or Blue): When you are unable to locate your Ogden City assigned garbage can (Green or Blue) to your place of residence/ apartment. Lost Property: When victim loses property that is not the result of a criminal offense. Suspicious Activity: When the conduct or activity of another person/vehicle arouses the suspicion of the general public. T-Case: When citizen suspects possible drug activity Theft: When items or property are removed from an unsecured location without the owner’s permission. Trespass: When the suspect enters and/or remains on or inside the property of another without permission
Need a copy? If a copy of the report is needed, please contact the Ogden Police Records Division at 801-629-8067.
For incidents like a barking dog, report it online.
File a police report online
Go here: www.ogdencity.com/OnlineReporting
The Ogden Police Department remains committed to serve and protect the community and will always be there to do so.
NOTICIAS DE LA CIUDAD EN ESPAÑOL! PG. 8-9
¡El Censo 2020 Esta Aquí!
BY VIVIANA FELIX
El Censo 2020 contarà la población en los Estados Unidos y cinco territorios estadounidenses. El censo también se encuentra en la Constitución en el Artículo 1, Sección 2 que ordena que el país realice un recuento de su población una vez cada 10 años. El Censo 2020 marcará la vigésima cuarta vez que el país cuenta su población desde 1790. El censo proporciona datos críticos que los legisladores, dueños de negocios, distritos escolares y muchas otras instituciones usan para tomar decisiones. Estos datos también se utilizan para la distribución de servicios, productos y apoyo diario para ti y tu comunidad. Cada año, miles de millones de dólares en fondos federales se destinan a hospitales, departamentos de bomberos, escuelas, carreteras y otros recursos basados en datos del censo.
Los resultados del censo también determinan el número de representantes que cada estado tendrá en la Cámara de Representantes y se utiliza para la división de distritos legislativos del estado y del Congreso. Utah recibe $1,086 por año durante 10 años por cada persona contada en el censo. Esto significa más o menos $6.8 mil millones de dólares para nuestro estado. Este dinero se distribuye a todas las ciudades y condados de Utah impactando los programas y servicios en tu comunidad como HeadStart y almuerzos escolares.
Como llenar el censo
Recibirás una carta de invitación enviada por el censo a tu dirección de vivienda. Esta carta tendrá un código de identificación que se puede usar para llenar tu formulario por internet o por teléfono. Sin embargo, no es necesario tener el código de identificación para llenar el formulario, con que provees tu dirección es suficiente. El censo hace nueve (9)
preguntas sencillas sobre cada persona que vive en tu casa:
• Número de personas que viven en la casa • Número de teléfono, esto es confidencial y solamente se utiliza si hay preguntas sobre tu formulario • El tipo de vivienda (renta o es dueño)
• Nombre • Sexo • Edad • Fecha de nacimiento • Origen hispano • Raza No existe ninguna pregunta sobre tu ciudadanía o la de las personas que viven en tu casa. El censo no te pregunta por tu seguro social, cuenta de banco, o ni te pide dinero. Puedes llenar tu formulario del censo por internet o teléfono en 13 idiomas incluyendo español. Si no has llenado tu formulario del censo antes del primero de junio un trabajador del censo tocara tu puerta para hacerte las preguntas en persona y llenar el censo por ti. Toda información proporcionada es confidencial y no se comparte con ninguna otra agencia ya sea federal o local.
No te olvides de responder al censo:
Por Internet: my2020census.gov Por teléfono, llamando al: 1-844-468-2020 O por correo si recibiste el formulario ¡Tú y tu familia son importantes, háganse contar!
Actualización Sobre El Coronavirus En Ogden
NOTICIAS DE LA CIUDAD EN ESPAÑOL! PG. 8-9
BY VIVIANA FELIX
El coronavirus (COVID -19) es un nuevo tipo de virus que recientemente comenzó a enfermar a las personas. Los primeros casos fueron reportados en Wuhan, China, a mediados de diciembre del 2019, debido a que es un virus de fácil contagio que ahora está infectando a personas en todo el mundo. Los síntomas pueden aparecer en tan solo 2 días o hasta 14 días después de la exposición al COVID-19. Los síntomas comunes son fiebre, tos seca, y dificultad para respirar. Esta enfermedad puede ser leve. Sin embargo, en algunos casos es lo suficientemente grave como para requerir hospitalización. Aunque usted presente uno solo de estos síntomas mencionados, por favor llame para hacer un examen a los números telefónicos que se encuentran al final. Uno se puede contagiar a través de gotitas respiratorias cuando una persona infectada tose o estornuda y/o contacto físico cercano, como cuidar a una persona infectada.
Usted puede hacer lo siguiente para prevenir el contagio de COVID-19:
• Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua tibia y jabón por 20 segundos • Evite tocarse la boca, la nariz o los ojos, ya que el virus se transmite por este medio • Use cubre boca o máscaras faciales cuando salga de su casa • Cuando salga trate de mantener su distancia social de al menos 6 pies de distancia con otras personas • Evite contacto con personas que están enfermas • Cúbrase la boca cuando tosa o estornude usando un pañuelo desechable, luego tírelo a la basura. Si no tiene un pañuelo de papel, estornude hacia el área de su codo (no sus manos). • Limpie y desinfecte objetos y superficies que se tocan frecuentemente • Evite visitas o visitar a personas que no viven en su casa
Como Practicar el Distanciamiento Social
Es muy determinante e importante mantener el distanciamiento social. Dentro de esto se sugiere que cuando salga por necesidad o emergencia que salga solo una persona por familia. Salga lo menos posible, evite cualquier viaje no esencial, reunión publica o lugares donde se congreguen grandes grupos de personas. Cuando salga trate de mantener una distancia de al menos 6 pies con otras personas. También se recomienda que menores de edad y personas de la tercera edad se mantengan en sus casas.
Exámenes Gratuitos del COVID-19
El congreso de los Estados Unidos aprobó la Ley de Ayuda, Alivio y Seguridad Económica de Coronavirus. Esta ley detalla que tenga usted o no tenga aseguranza medica no se le cobrar deducible o pago alguno por hacerse el examen de Coronavirus. Igualmente, el examen es gratis para personas sin documentos o sin estado migratorio en este país. No necesita identificación para hacerse el examen, solamente tendrá que dar su nombre y fecha de nacimiento. Antes de llegar al centro para hacerse el examen deber llamar para avisar de su llegada así el personal médico se puede preparar para recibirle.
En el área de Ogden llame a los siguientes números para coordinar su examen:
• Intermountain Health Care - 844-442-5224
• Midtown Community Health Clinic – 801-393- 5355
Para más información y recurso locales visite nuestra página de internet: ogdencity.com/ EScovid
Ogden City Council New Ways to Comment In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, the Ogden City Council is holding their Work Sessions and
Council Meetings electronically through Zoom. As a result, general public comments will not be taken in person. The council is introducing new electronic methods through which residents can provide input on meeting agenda items and submit public comments. Residents can submit comments by filling out a Public Comment Submission Form at ogdencity.com/publicinput, leaving a message on a new public comment hotline (801-629- 8158), and by emailing the Council at citycouncil@ogdencity. com. The council encourages residents to submit their comments through one of the electronic options before the public hearing date but will also take live comments on items requiring a public hearing. Public comments received electronically are treated the same as in-person comments. Any comments submitted at 12 p.m. on the Monday before a council meeting will be added to the public record of that meeting. These comments are forwarded to the city council and, when appropriate, to the administration for review. The comments received will not be read during the council meetings but will be addressed by the council during the meeting. These new resources give residents various ways to submit public
comment. To that end, the council plans on continuing these electronic methods to submit public comment even after the COVID-19 crisis is over. This gives residents who cannot attend meetings the opportunity to have their voices heard. Council meetings will continue to be streamed live through Facebook; however, comments received through this platform will not be added to the public record of the meeting. For more information on how to submit your public comment to the Council, please visit ogdencity. com/736/Ways-to-Comment. +
A River Runs Through It…
BY SHELBY WILLIS, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
Spring is here, and very quickly, we will see temperatures rise. As the weather improves, we are drawn to the water. Tubing, kayaking, fishing, and swimming are all activities that are typically found on our rivers and waterways. Here are a few tips to keep you safe this spring and summer: As the weather warms and the snow melts, the rivers rise. Along with an increase in water depth, the rivers increase in strength and force. Swift water is defined as water moving 1.5 miles per hour. This does not seem very problematic. Consider this the speed of a lazy river. More often, as the water level rises, the swiftness of the water increases substantially. A typical swiftmoving river is traveling at 4 to 8 miles per hour. Four miles per hour equates to a brisk walk, and 8 miles per hour is faster than most of us can sprint! In addition to the speed of the water, the force of the water also increases. Water has tremendous force and can move objects and people with ease. The speed at which water is traveling can be very deceiving. A river flowing 8 miles per hour can swiftly move a car or small truck. Imagine how fast a person would move in this situation. As the weather warms and the snow melts, the rivers rise. Stay safe!
During the spring runoff when the water levels rise, keep yourself, your children, and pets away from the riverbanks. A dog retrieving a toy in swift-moving water will be very difficult to save. Another factor to consider is that the rivers do not have smooth banks and riverbeds. There is vegetation, debris, rocks, and trees that are held underwater as the levels rise and increase in speed. Care must be taken to ensure you do not get caught up on these impediments. The force and speed of the water can quickly hold a person underwater, trapped against a tree or rock. When kayaking or tubing, wear a personal flotation device. Always ensure small children are wearing approved personal floatation devices. Finally, another inherent danger is the temperature of the rivers during spring and early summer.
The typical temperature for the Ogden River in early springtime is between 40-50 degrees. In summer, the river warms to a balmy 68 degrees. These cool temperatures can quickly lead to hypothermia. A person can experience mild hypothermia in 6-7 minutes when exposed to 40-degree water. When choosing to swim, limit the time submerged in the cooler water. Children and pets have a delayed reaction to cool water and tend to ignore the cold. Ensure that your children and pets are warmed often and not left in cool water over long periods.
Ogden is fortunate to have many opportunities to get out and enjoy nature. Be mindful of swift-moving water and be respectful of its power. Stay safe and enjoy the view.
Key Community Contacts
MAYOR AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Mike Caldwell – Ogden City Mayor: 801-629-8111
Mark Johnson – Chief Administrative Officer: 801-629-8111
CITY COUNCIL
Ben Nadolski: 801-643-4593
Angela Choberka: 801-388-0031
Bart Blair: 801-388-1517
Richard Hyer: 801-782-2865
Luis Lopez: 801-686-5685
Doug Stephens: 801-393-9796
Marcia White: 801-829-1350
GENERAL & CITY SERVICES
General Information: 801-629-8000
Arts & Events: 801-629-8718
Business Development: 801-629-8910
Business Licensing: 801-629-8687
Fire Department: 801-629-8069
Human Resources: 801-629-8730
Justice Court: 801-629-8560
Police Department: 801-629-8056
Public Services: 801-629-8337
Recreation: 801-629-8253
El Monte Golf: 801-629-0694
Golden Hours: 801-629-8864
Lorin Farr Pool: 801-629-8186
Marshall White Center: 801-629-8346
Mt Ogden Golf: 801-629-0699
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