Syracuse Connection August 2022

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INFLATION: The unpleasant reality we face

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Crazy inflation rates have hit us all. The same effects you feel as an individual are also hitting the city. We must find ways to make things stretch where possible, but we also must meet greater demand. The city is not immune to the effects of higher prices.

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PLEASE RECYCLE

Like you, the city pays more for goods and services; that cost must eventually be passed on to citizens because the city operates as a break-even organization, not as a profit center. There are limited allowances for cities to charge more in some areas.

We have chosen to operate net-neutral budgets for a long time to try and keep taxes and fees as low as possible. We continue this practice of only charging for actual costs, but the rising costs to us must be passed through to break through. The city does not have the ability to operate at a loss like you may have heard in the news. In Utah, we are required by law to operate a balanced budget - and I wouldn’t have it any other way. City-wide philosophy is to break even, not generate profits.

One specific example is our quality police force. At the first of this year, we experienced significant losses of police officers who left for higher wages offered by other cities. Where there were national cries to defund police, we stepped up to fund competitive wages for those still here and replace those who left. There are fewer qualified applicants than there are open, unfilled positions for sworn officers in the state, and that has driven statewide. Our city is not immune from this upward pressure on wages. Furthermore, we have been blessed with many talented, welltrained officers, and it would be a setback to try to start over with a large number of inexperienced officers among an understaffed department. The decision was to be competitive in order to retain those officers.

Another example is that, this year in April, we began providing Paramedic services based in the city. The service was previously performed by the county, and the county is ending that service. The city is now providing that vital service to our growing population. Again, wages for paramedics have escalated with so many positions needing to be filled in our county. Action taken resulted with no gap in critical services, which our citizens could have required at any time.

Yet another example is that the state legislature has placed an unfunded requirement on cities to meter secondary water. In anticipation of these changes, we have been requiring this of new development, but now, we must retrofit the thousands of connections that predate that requirement. It will take years to get our city fit with these meters, and it will require additional manpower just to meet the state’s deadline.

The city uses gas in vehicles and equipment; we all know gas prices are higher. It costs us more to fix a mile of road than in prior years because asphalt and concrete cost more. Replacement parts, contract services, literally everything we pay for, costs more. Inflation is hitting the city too.

There will be a public hearing at city hall on August 9th to discuss all the expenses that go into the proposed tax increase. Like most of you, I don’t like paying taxes. I wish for taxes and fees to be the lowest possible. I am not the decision maker, but I have worked with your city council to find solutions to these challenges. You can call me if you want to talk about these or other issues. I do my best to be a mayor who is available to the people and accountable. All information is available online, and you can reach out directly at dmaughan@syracuseut.gov or 801-927-7752.

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CITY NEWS COMMUNITY Calendar of Events

A LOOK BACK The Hooper Canal - How Water Brought Syracuse to Life

24 Lavender Lemonade anyone? How about a delicious plate of Zoodles?

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Reading that Resonates The Hooper Canal Photo Contest Winners August Recipes from across the fence Photo by Melissa Spelts

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August Recipes from Across the Fence

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“Oathbringer

by Brandon Sanderson”

“The Enchanted Life by Sharon Blackie”

Cindy Jones Writer

Syracuse City Updates Your City Council at Work On July 12, the council met and took the following actions:

6. The Mayor appointed, with the council’s advice and consent, the following:

1. Approved a zone change from A-1 to PRD & GC in the vicinity of Banbury Drive and Antelope Drive

• Scott Shea & Dennis Johnson to the Syracuse Planning Commission

2. Declined to engage in a land trade/sale for properties located at 2325 S. 1230 W. near Legacy Park

• Aaron Johnson to the Syracuse Architectural Review Committee

3. Approved a zone change for a parcel of land at 1100 S. 1675 W. to R-3

• Dan Merkling and Brigham Young to the Syracuse Disaster Preparedness Committee (re-appointments)

4. Approved an amendment to the zoning code permitting accessory building encroachment into the front setback under specific circumstances for cul-de-sac properties 5. Approved an inter-local agreement with UDOT and West Point for corridor preservation

BE A PART OF MEETINGS

The city council normally meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.

Meetings are being held in person and are also available on Zoom and YouTube.Public comment is welcome.

What’s the BUILDING SCOOP? A monthly update on new builds around Syracuse

BY ELIZABETH NAJIM

A brand new Maverik is being built right off Antelope Drive (1904 W. 1700 S.). It will be 4,425 square feet, and the estimated construction timeline is from June to December. Parking for Founders Park events will NOT be available during this time; however, the access drive back to the school and the park will remain open. The old Maverik across the street (1991 W. 1700 S.) will remain open until further notice.

You might be thinking, “Doesn’t it seem silly to have TWO Maveriks so close together?” Convenience/gas stations will actually do this on purpose sometimes to catch customers from both eastbound and westbound traffic. Because of the median along Antelope Drive, traffic is prevented from directly crossing the street. The two locations make access easier.

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Public Works Update

HELP PREVENT STORMWATER POLLUTION

STORM DRAIN As debris, grime, and dirt get onto our parking lots and driveways, one good way to prevent these pollutants from getting into the storm drain system is to sweep it up and discard it into the garbage can. If we each do our part, this will help prevent the pollutants from clogging up our storm drain pipes and will keep our waterways cleaner and our parking lots and driveways look more appealing.

SECONDARY WATER We appreciate all who are observing the watering restrictions of watering two days a week until Labor Day and one day a week after Labor Day. These restrictions are being enforced until the season ends September 20, 2022.

More information can be found on the city website-www. syracuseut.gov. The violation penalties are as follows:

ONLY RAIN DOWN THE DRAIN

1st time: warning 2nd time: $200 fine 3rd time: $500 fine 4th time: $1000 fine and water terminated for the season.

Employee Spotlight - Leonela Robles Our employee spotlight for this month is Leonela Robles! Leonela is the city’s newest code enforcement officer for the Community and Economic Development Department. While she has only been with the city for a few months, she is here to stay and help keep the city looking its best throughout the years to come. She looks forward to getting to know the wonderful residents, employees, and businesses of the city. Leonela was born and raised in Oregon and moved to Utah in 2010. She is currently working on her bachelor’s degree at Weber State University in criminology, sociology, and psychology. Leonela enjoys reading, watching horror movies, listening to music, and going on adventures. Thank you for all you do, Leonela!

THANK YOU all for your hard work and dedication to the city of Syracuse!

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Syracuse City Arts Council The Syracuse City Arts Council, the production team, and cast would like to thank everyone for their support of our production of Shrek, The Musical. We love being able to showcase local talented actors, artists, and musicians. We would love to hear from you! Please email info@syracuseutaharts.org with any feedback or suggestions.

Look for an announcement this fall for next year’s musical!

We are so excited to announce our Junior Theatre musical,

“Mary Poppins Jr.”

Auditions will be held Friday, August 26th from 5 - 9 p.m. at the Syracuse Community Center. Callbacks (by invitation) will be Saturday, August 27th from 9 a.m. - 12 pm. (Check our website for the audition form and sign-up sheet syracuseutaharts. org.) Children ages 7-17 are welcome to audition. Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday nights and Saturday mornings.

Performances are November 4th-6th at the Syracuse Arts Academy.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We need a director, assistant director, music director, and choreographer.

If you are interested in volunteering in this production or being part of the production team at all, please email a letter of interest to info@syracuseutaharts.org Letters of interest are due by August 10th. Thank you!

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Lots of fun programs to join!

Parks & Recreation Department Heart and Soul Paint Night Come enjoy a night to relax, have fun, and create your own masterpiece!

Instructor: Sheila Worley All the supplies you need will be provided. Sheila will take you step by step, and, in two hours, you will have finished a new painting to take home! Masks will be required to participate. You can register for one class or all of them; it is up to you. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Place: Syracuse Community Center Cost: $30 per night Ages: 10 and up Time: 6-8 p.m.

Dates and Paintings: Friday, July 29th | Sunflower Friday, August 26th | Rainbow Silhouettes

To see example of the paintings, go to Syracuse UT Parks and Recreation Facebook Page.

Jr. Jazz Basketball Registration dates: 1st Session: August 1 – September 25 Divisions: Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in kindergarten), 1st-grade boys, 2nd-grade boys, 1st/2nd-grade girls, 3rd/4th-grade girls, 5th/6th-grade girls, 7th- 9th-grade girls, 10th-12th-grade girls *Leagues will tentatively begin the end of October and run until mid-December.

2nd Session: August 1 – October 30 Divisions: 3rd-grade boys, 4th-grade boys, 5th-grade boys, 6th-grade boys, 7th-grade boys, 8th-grade boys, 9th-grade boys, 10th-12th-grade boys *Leagues will tentatively begin mid-December and run until March. **Teams for Itty Bitty and 1st/2nd grade will be organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. Grades 3-8 and 7-9th-grade girls will be organized through drafts. **9th-12th-grade boys and 10th-12th-grade girls must register as a team.

For more detailed information, on these and other programs Go to www.syracuseut.gov

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Adult Fitness

Move your body with one of our fitness classes. The FIRST ONE IS FREE! HIGH FITNESS

When: Every Thursday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free $5 drop-in 10-time punch pass for $30

STEP IT UP!

Work your heart, muscles, and mind in this fun, energetic workout! All skill levels are welcome; we offer low and high intensity options for you to choose from. Find more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes When: Tuesday & Friday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free $3 drop-in 10-time punch pass for $20

PUMP IT UP!

Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. We provide hand weights and exercise balls; you just bring your own exercise mat. All skill levels are welcome. We suggest different options, so you can work at your own pace.

Where: Syracuse Community Center When: Monday & Wednesday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free $3 drop-in 10-time punch pass for $20

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR Syracuse High School Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022

“If you are prepared, you need not fear,” So, join us and learn about…

Food Storage & Production, Survival Skills, and Lost Skills.

There will be special speakers, short presentations, displays, and posters on many preparedness subjects.

9 AM - 12 PM: Vital Survival Knowledge & Skills in the auditorium

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Fall 2022 CERT Hybrid Class

BY AARON BYINGTON

We are excited to announce that Syracuse Fire Department will be hosting a fall 2022 CERT class.

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program educates community members about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations.

Classes begin on September 15th, 2022, and will be a hybrid program consisting of on-line training and hands-on in-person classes. In-person classes will be on September 15th from 6 to 8 p.m., October 8th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and October 15th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Those interested may register for the class by calling the Fire Department at 801-614-9614.

Please register by September 1st, 2022.

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Disaster Preparedness for your Not-So-Common Pets Help protect pets by planning for and spreading the word about disaster preparedness

BY JENNIFER EAGLE, SYRACUSE CITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE

July’s disaster preparedness article covered basic preparedness tips for typical household pets such as cats and dogs, but pets come in all shapes and sizes. Like typical household pets, exotic pets and livestock rely on humans to protect them and keep them safe in all types of emergencies. This article will cover not-so-common pets such as birds, reptiles, other small animals, and livestock in more detail.

Visit Syracuseconnection.com for the basic disaster preparedness tips, as this article expands on the previous article.

Birds, reptiles, small animals, along with livestock and larger animals need to be well cared for in emergencies.

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE DURING A DISASTER

Always be prepared with the proper items and neccesities to provide your not-socommon pets healthy, safe, and secure.

Livestock and Other Large Animals: ● Ensure animals have some form of identification. ο Microchip ο For hooved animals, consider writing contact information with nail polish or silver sharpie) ● Evacuate animals earlier, whenever possible. Map out primary and secondary routes in advance. ● Make vehicles and trailers needed available for transporting and supporting each type of animal. Also consider the availability of experienced handlers and drivers. ● Ensure destinations have food, water, veterinary care and handling equipment. ● If evacuation is not possible, animal owners must decide whether to move animals to a barn or turn them loose outside.

Birds, Reptile and other Small Animal Checklist: ● Small, secure, escape-proof carrier for each animal ● External heat source for reptiles (consider battery powered and extra batteries) ● Spray bottle for misting birds and reptiles in hot weather ● Newspaper or some other cage liner ● Portable digital thermometer or hydrometer

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Key Community Contacts MAYOR

Syracuse City Information

Dave Maughan: 801-927-7752 dmaughan@syracuseut.gov

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.gov Jennifer Carver: 801-430-8844 jcarver@syracuseut.gov Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.gov Seth Teague: 951-515-6423 steague@syracuseut.gov

Syracuse Library

Located at 1875 S 2000 W in Syracuse.

Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone: (801) 451-1850

Job Openings

For a list of current openings with Syracuse City, hover over the Government tab and click on the ‘Employment Opportunities’ link on our main city page www.syracuseut.gov. You can also sign up for job alerts by going to that same link.

Fix-It Requests

We appreciate our citizens who help the city to be aware of issues that need to be addressed such as road repairs, street light/sign repair, park maintenance, water problems (culinary and secondary), garbage can pickup, code ordinance enforcement, and employee feedback. The city website is a great tool for providing us with notifications. The Fix-it Request link can be found on our home page by clicking on the REPORT A CONCERN icon.

Passport Applications

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per application. Until further notice, passport acceptance services are by appointment only. Please call 801-825-1477 to schedule your appointment. For multiple applications and/or photos, wait times may be longer. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found on the www.travel.state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order made payable to the U.S. Department of State. More info available on our website www.syracuseut.com/Passports

Fee increase Fees at Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District will be increasing. The Small Load Flat Fee will increase to $10 (In-District only), and the Mattress Recycling Fee will increase to $15 per piece (In-District AND Out-of-District), both effective July 1, 2022. To see more information on this, please check out their website - www.wasatchintegrated.org/fees/

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Paul Watson: 801-750-4059 pwatson@syracuseut.gov

SYRACUSE SERVICES

City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org City Hall: 801-825-1477 1979 W 1900 S Open Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed holidays City Museum: 801-614-9674 Hours: Tuesday – Friday 2-5 p.m.

Community Center: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S Summer hours: Mon-Thurs-6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri- 6 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sat - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Fire Station: 801-614-9614 1869 S 3000 W Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 801-825-1752 Lions Club: 801-719-1804 Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all) Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S parksandrecreation@syracuseut.gov Police Station: 801-825-4400 1751 S 2000 W Post Office: 801-614-9677 (Inside City Hall) Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235 3061 S 2400 W Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2 Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects: Lesley Draper 801-614-9655 ldraper@syracuseut.gov Youth Council: 801-643-8996

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AUGUST EVENTS SCHOOL EVENTS All Elementary, Jr. High, and High Schools Aug 23: First Day of School/Early Out Sept 5: Labor Day - No School

SENIOR EVENTS

Syracuse Community Center 1912 W. 1900 S., Syracuse, Utah 84075 Call: 801-614-9660 #1 to register For more information please visit www.syracuserecreation.com If you would like to receive the Senior Citizens Newsletter via e-mail, please send your NAME and E-MAIL address to paulaj@syracuseut.gov Aug 2 & 16: THINK TUESDAY 10 a.m. FREE - RSVP Aug 10: MONTHLY MOVIE - Greatest Game Ever Played 1 p.m.

Aug 15: BOOK CLUB Syracuse Library 2 p.m. (Contact Judy: 801 549-7210) Aug 31: SENIORS LUNCH & BINGO (Lunch @ 12 p.m. / Bingo @ 12:45 p.m.) $3 ea. Must RSVP by 12 p.m., August 23 PLEASE NOTE: No reservations are accepted after this date unless we have a cancellation. Please add your name to the Waitlist.

SENIOR YOGA* Tues & Thurs. 8 a.m.

Age / Price: 50+/$1 or 60+/$0.50 PICKLEBALL* Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

Adults/$2 or Seniors 60+/$0.50 *FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center

FUN THINGS TO DO Aug 1: FREE Movie Night “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” @ Syracuse Arts Academy Amphitheater 8 p.m.

Aug 1 - Sept 5: Syracuse Island Splash Pad - FREE @ Centennial Park at 10 a.m.

Aug 1, 8, 15, & 22: ORI TAHITI North Star - (FREE Tahitian Dance Class) LDS Church 9:30 a.m. (3345 W. 5200 S. Roy) More info: Search Facebook Groups - Ori North Star Aug 5: FREE Friday Film Series: Sing 2 Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Aug 5, 12, 19, & 26: Layton F.E.S.T. (Farmers, Entertainment, Shopping, Trucks) Layton Commons Park 5:30 p.m.

Aug 10 - 13: Weber County Fair Weber County Fairgrounds 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Aug 13: Under the Stars Car Show Sunset Central Park 5 p.m.

Aug 19: FREE Friday Film Series: Where the Wild Things Are Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Aug 24: Cruise Night - FREE Classic Car Show The Burger Stop 6 p.m.

Aug 26: Ori Tahiti Luau - FREE Clearfield Bicentennial Amphitheater 6:30 p.m.

FREE Friday Film Series: Jurassic World Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Aug 31: Illumination - FREE (live entertainment, activities, & fireworks Founders Park 6 p.m.

**All Film Series @ Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Aug 6: Antelope Island Spider Fest Antelope Island State Park 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

FREE Utah Youth Rodeo Association Weber County Fairgrounds Outdoor Stadium 5 p.m.

Davis County Library Events Davis County Syracuse Branch • 1875 S 2000 W Syracuse, UT • (801) 825-7080

Summer Reading: Summer Reading Program continues through August 20th! Check our website for details about all our Summer Reading programs at www. daviscountyutah.gov/library **Teens and Adults - keep on reading and turning your trackers in for prizes!

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Branch Programs: Aug 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, & 31: In-Person Storytime 10:30 a.m. - All Ages Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31: VIRTUAL STORYTIME 10:30 a.m. - All Ages (Link: https://bit.ly/3qftb65)

Summer Reading Program continues until August 20!

Aug 4: AFTER WORDS - Discuss The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery 7 p.m.

Aug 8: Growing Microgreens at Home 6:30 p.m.

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In Search of READING THAT RESONATES

A Few Things to Know About Crappy Books, Audiobooks, and Banned Books

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BY HAILEY MINTON

Let me set the stage: you’ve invested a few hours into a book. It didn’t grab you initially, but you held out hoping it would get better. Each time you pick it up, you’re still hoping…but it’s not getting better. A good book can give you a visceral reaction as a scene plays out. Your heart starts beating faster as you eagerly wait to see what they stumble across in the damp tunnel with stagnant air. It takes a substantial amount of self control to keep your eyes from jumping to the paragraph on the next page. You care for the characters, and you can feel their wins and losses. You find yourself thinking about what you’ve read, even when the book isn’t in front of you. The ideas printed in the book spark conversation with family and friends. You can hone in on what you really think about a topic and figure out if you agree or disagree with the author or character and why. But what happens when a book isn’t giving you that experience? What do you do next? Do you feel like you need to finish your book with the same level of obligation of finishing food off your plate?

BREAKING UP WITH A BOOK “I've only quit two books that I can remember,” said Craig Corless from North Ogden. “The first was a Stephen King book. After reading everything he wrote for a couple of decades, halfway through one, I suddenly grew tired of the fiction and the excess metaphor filler. It just no longer excited me, and I found nothing fulfilling about reading any more of it. The second was Thoreau, when I had enough of the pretentious, long-winded irony about

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simplifying that should have been done in less than a hundred pages instead of several hundred. I finally just asked myself: Why would I continue wading through this while cringing, when it's just a book that is supposed to be for my own enjoyment? I then quickly grabbed some John Muir and Edward Abbey to get that bad taste out of my eyes.”

Linden Puzey Kendall from North Ogden said, “I try to at least read the first chapter of the book. If it does not bring me joy, I will Marie Kondo the thing

and never touch it again… The events in the first chapter of a book really set things in motion and need to capture the reader's attention by foreshadowing main characters and what events bind them together.” Personally, I’ve realized life is too short to spend it reading books that don’t engage me. After recently trudging through a book I didn’t enjoy, I’ve discovered my own litmus test for when I read in the future: Am I looking forward to reading the book, or am I looking forward to finishing it so I don’t feel obligated to read it any more?

THE PROS & CONS OF AUDIOBOOKS Many love how audiobooks give them the ability to multitask. As a mom and housekeeper, there are a lot of tasks that are mindless but need doing. I love when a good audiobook can keep me mentally engaged through monotony.

Shasta Burton, a Roy resident, said she enjoys reading but doesn’t have the time. However, she drives a lot, which makes books more accessible to her. “I also like that I can change the pace of the reader, so I can ensure I finish the book by the end of a road trip,” she said. I agree with Shasta; I usually listen to books at 1.5 speed or 1.75 if the story starts to drag.

Glenda Moore, also a resident “I have students listen of Roy, likes the "being read to the audiobook while to" factor, so she has a lot following along with the of audiobooks for the car. hard copy text before However, she admitted that listening to audiobooks almost we read aloud together. got her arrested once! “I had This helps students gone to the store late at night learn to track what and was listening to a Harry they are reading Potter book on the way home. and introduces I wanted to reach the end of the chapter, so I kept driving them to words they around the neighborhood. might not have Apparently, my repeated heard before.” drive-bys at 2 a.m. spooked a vigilant resident, who called the police. The bags of groceries on the passenger seat helped persuade the officer that I was not a nefarious criminal, just an older woman driving while listening to a book.”

Several teachers in our communities use audiobooks to help their younger readers, especially ones who might have a harder time reading. Devon Crivello Lees, a teacher at Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary in Ogden, said, “I have students listen to the audiobook while following along with the hard copy text before we read aloud together. This helps students learn to track what they are reading and introduces them

to words they might not have heard before. They hear someone else reading it correctly before trying themselves.”

Jennilee Hyde, who taught third and fourth grades at Clinton Elementary, explained that it also teaches kids to read with expression. “Instead of not letting struggling readers read books that my good readers were reading, I would have them listen as they followed.” She explained this helped them learn to like stories and read more, which often led their ability to read to skyrocket. Diann Mair is a private reading tutor who specializes in kids with dyslexia. “I strongly encourage audio books (ear reading) while we work on eye reading skills.” She said this increases their exposure to language.

On the flip side, several people mentioned that listening to audiobooks makes it hard to go back and review parts of the story from earlier. Some struggle to pay attention, and even a moment of distraction can cost a key detail lost in the story. Stacey Haynes is a local author from Roy. She said, “I have one book that is on audio. The lady did a great job in telling the story; however, it's not completely how I had it playing out in my head as I wrote it…I feel that reading a book keeps you actively engaged. Listening is great, too, but you could miss something.” When Kathy Diehl Sutherland reads a hard copy of a book, she occasionally jumps ahead and skips paragraphs. “Sometimes, authors are verbose and I get bored.

I can't do this with audio. Once I get bored, I'm done with a book.” Darrin Hardman said, ”I’m a huge fan of audiobooks…

That being said, nothing replaces the intimacy of reading a book. I’m better able to appreciate the author’s craft, word choice, and reread to savor every moment. Listening to a book is linear; you start and stop with little time to reflect.”

REFLECT ON THE BOOK Taking moments to reflect and discuss what you’re reading with someone really helps it sink in. I was so excited to talk to other fans of the Count of Monte Cristo while I was engaged with it. What do you learn about the character? What strengths or flaws can you relate with? What has made the book enjoyable for you? Whatever the genre, I hope you can find a book that thrills you, whether you listen to it or read it in print. If you find yourself dragging through a story, I give you permission to never touch it again (shhhh OCD, it’s ok [pat pat] it’s ok…)

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D

id you know some books are deliberately not available at certain places because of their content?

Usually, the process of having a book removed from a public institution starts when someone, usually a parent, challenges a book in a formal challenge written to a government entity.

There are many reasons for why a book is challenged, which can include profanity, sexual content, disrespect for authority figures, and unsuitability for the age group. Phoebe Carter, Assistant Library Director at the Weber County Library, said, “Reasons change with the times and tend to echo the social issues of the day.

Ten years ago, most of the challenges were in response to sexual content in books for teens.

Now, the trend is towards LGBTQ characters or content and messages of anti-racism.”

Banned Books Week is celebrated to shine a spotlight on books that may be less accessible. According to bannedbooks.org, “Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value

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} of free and open access to information.”

There have been times while reading when I come across something and think, “Yikes!

I could’ve done without reading that part.”

For movies, I have really appreciated IMDB’s parent’s guide to find out what is shown explicitly in a movie I want to watch. The website tells you what to expect as far as gore, horror, sex, nudity, or other categories that some might not be comfortable with. I appreciate film ratings, but I find they are too general. I want to understand why a film is rated a certain way and then weigh it against the story and message.

I wish there was something like IMDB for books so I could make reading decisions in a similar way I do for movies. CommonSenseMedia.com comes the closest to what I want, but there are some books that haven’t been reviewed.

Another resource is booktriggerwarnings. com, but it tends to be more vague than what I had hoped. The site was created as a wiki, so anyone can add to it. For our sake, and our children’s, please add to it!

I can understand why some want to ban books in an effort to protect children who haven’t learned how to think critically yet or to stop

Banned Books Week is September 18 - 24 this year reading a book if it conflicts with their values.

Carter said, “Sometimes, a book that represents a value system or topic that doesn’t match one’s own values affords an opportunity for discussion between parent and child.” Although these discussions can be harder to have and more complex than simply limiting access, I think discussions are more powerful in the long run than trying to control others.

Books are banned when a library or classroom removes a book at the instruction of an administrator or school board. Public institutions, such as public schools and libraries, are obligated to protect free speech. Carter said, “Schools and libraries have a policy in place stating their selection and de-selection criteria for all materials and outlining the due process for challenges and the ultimate removal of a book from a collection.” The first amendment protects our freedom of speech, and a public institution’s failure to follow their policy in banning a book would infringe on our freedom. In essence, Banned Books Week helps us recognize the value of our freedom and that it’s up to the individual to choose what to read, believe, and become.

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Lesser Known But Worth the Read

Local residents give book recommendations they consider worth reading.

Having difficulty finding new books to read? Do you want to read something good?

Nothing outdoes an intriguing recommendation from someone else who gets you in a book lover's life. Finding those people, however, can be difficult! We went on our own search and asked some local book-loving folks to assist us. Here's what they said.

Marsha Lilley Kiehl: Where the

Mayloni Minchew: Smoke Gets in

Tiffany Hansen Harmon: When Crickets Cry, American Dirt, The Thirteenth Tale, and The Nightingale

Heidi Wilson: The Art of Racing in the Rain

by Garth Stein. “It's a dog's ‘autobiography”

Hedder Swanson: “Anything by Kristin Hanna.

finished listening to The Cartographers

by Peng Shepherd, and it was great!

Crawdads Sing; it is very interesting.

And…The Kitchen House, Queen Bee (the one by Dorthea Frank), American Dirt, My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You, She’s Sorry, and anything by Liane Moriarty. I like the Mitch Rapp series by Vince Flynn, and I also like W.E.B Griffin - he has multiple series that deal with military/spy/special ops, and they all have some history weaved in. Nora Roberts has two series that are outside her typical romance novels that I really liked: Chronicles of The One Trilogy and The Dragon Heart Legacy.”

Heather Parry: I will always and forever

recommend Defending Jacob. Pretty Girls is good if you don’t mind dark and disturbing.

Also, The Killing Kind is very good!

Erin Chilson Behm: The Silent Patient is

a psychological thriller. It’s about a therapist with a patient who won’t speak.

Ronald Clay: Ireland by Frank Delaney. “It is a somewhat historical look at Ireland through the eyes of a boy and a storyteller. Very good book if you are looking for something historical.”

Megan Higgins: “Bean Blossom

Dreams. Haven't met anyone yet that read it and didn't fall in love with it.”

Boone Weston: Love and Try. “More

people need to know about the life of the Rodeo Cowboy!! Just sayin.”

Amber Thompson: “I love pretty much anything

by Alice Hoffman. The Dove Keeper is one of her most famous, but I've read several, and they're all good…The Dove Keeper is about a group of people who take care of doves in a city in Old Testament times, and it has some magic element but only a little. I wouldn't call it fantasy or Sci-Fi, and it has a little romance but not a ton...All her books are a good mix of a lot of things...If that makes sense.”

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Your Eyes by Caitlin Doughty

Annaliese Allen Romine: We just

Dystini Weaklend: Anything by Maria V Snyder. She's spectacular!

Melody G. Barnes: The Keep, a novel by F. Paul Wilson

Cindy Stewart: We Were the Lucky Ones. “An amazing historical story of the author’s family during WWII. The Bone Garden is a fictional story of a woman who finds a skeleton in her yard. It’s written by Tess Garrison, but don’t worry, it’s not creepy! The Big Stone Gap series

by Adriana Tragiani (and really anything by her).

Also, anything written by Liane Moriarty.”

Vicky Walters Veazie: “I stumbled onto a book by Chatona Havig a few years ago…Now I have read almost everything she has written…simple, fun books.”

Chris Leavitt: “I hear great things about

Trail of Swords, if you're into fantasy. Written by a local author! Personally, I'm into Tom Clancy and John Grisham. I haven't ever been disappointed by any of their books.”

Toni Hosford: Brad Taylor, Brad Thor, and

Jack Carr. They’re spy novels and always interesting, like the Vince Flynn books. I have read all of his as well and liked all of them.

Adam Cosentino: “I loved the whole clan of The Cave Bear series.”

Brittany Fowers: My all-time favorite books as an adult are I Love It Here by Clint Pulver, and Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis.

Hailey Minton: The Count of Monte Cristo

captured me completely. I also really enjoyed These is My Words which is a historical fiction my aunt recommended to me.

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Congratulations to this years photo contest winners. We asked local photography enthusiast and previous Publisher’s Choice winner, Chad Roylance, to give us his thoughts on photo entries as seen by the eye of a photographer. His thoughts on the publisher’s choice are listed below. Thank you to everyone who voted and who participated. As always we are honored to see such amazing photos.

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"A Family Night To Remember" by Kylee Nelson

Honorable Mentions

Lacie Harley

"Antelope Island Buck"

Publisher's Choice

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Nathan Lee

"Sunlight Through the Trees" by Debby Cannon "I simply love the Komorebi in this picture. The perspective is unique, and to get this kind of light filtering through the trees with the halo around the sun, there had to be some mist present. The photographer most likely wanted to emphasize the Komorebi without loosing the color in the trees by aiming directly at a very powerful light source, the sun.

Great framing too!" –Chad Roylance 20 syracuseconnection.com | August 2022

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The Hooper Canal

How Water Brought Syracuse to Life

BY CINDY A. JONES

An old photo from the 1800s reveals many hard workers and farmers plowing and digging their way to what would eventually become the 17-mile Hooper canal, which extended into South Hooper, now known as Syracuse.

The dry and searing days of August have many of us thinking about water sources, especially in drought years. But did you ever wonder how your city acquired water before modern infrastructure was built?

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n the 1800s, the area that is now known as Syracuse was arid and windswept, with a sandy bluff that divided the terrain. The Homestead Act of 1862 proclaimed that any U.S. Citizen who had never borne arms against the United States could claim 160 acres of government land on the agreement they would live on, improve, and cultivate their claimed property. Encouraged by the Homestead Act, resolute and hearty settlers arrived in the Syracuse area around 1868. They built homes, bought livestock, and prepared the land for planting and farming. They knew the presence of water would mean survival.

Early homesteaders tried to utilize existing streams and springs, digging ditches, and creating small dams wherever necessary to move water to crops, livestock, and homes. But, in dryer years, especially as the population of the community slowly became bigger, it was clear that a more significant water source would be necessary.

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In Hooper, early settlers had faced the daunting job of moving water from the Weber River into their city, also in need of irrigation for farming and homesteading. In December of 1866, the government granted permission to build a canal to move water south to western Weber County. The project began on May 20, 1872. The project was named the Hooper Canal.

In 1875, farmers in the “South Hooper” area, now known as Syracuse, made an agreement to extend the canal to serve the inhabited land south of the original waterway. Digging began on the 17-mile-long canal, which would eventually branch into 26 separate miles of ditches to serve individual homesteads in the community. The work was dirty and arduous with the workers relying on primitive tools such as shovels, picks, and hand plows. Local farmers worked to complete the canal, earning shares of stock for their labor: $3.00 per day or $6.00 per day with a team. In total, the project cost $75,452

to complete, an amount that equates to nearly two million dollars today.

By 1875, 5,000 acres of Syracuse were being irrigated as a result of the manmade waterway, and within 20 years of the Homestead Act, the Weber-Davis canal, built in the 1880s to move water from the Weber River to Fruit Heights, was also sourced to irrigate the growing community. Most of Syracuse land was being farmed, and homesteaders utilized the irrigation sources to plant several hundred acres of fruit orchards. By the year 1900, Syracuse was known as the largest produce supplier in Davis County.

If it weren’t for the waters from the Weber River, driven by hand with the fortitude and strength of early settlers through the Hooper Canal and its extension south, the city of Syracuse could not have grown into the thriving community it has become today.

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UGUST RECIPES Afrom across the fence The month of August means back to school, harvest time, and changing leaves. It's also time to gear up for a new month of flavors and recipes

caprese zoodle salad

BY CRYSTAL RAPPLEYE

Zucchini noodles, also known as Zoodles, are simply spiralized zucchini (cut into thin strips, forming long spiral strands). This forms them into noodle shapes, and you can use the basic zucchini noodle recipe to make your favorite low carb pasta!

Zoodles are quick, simple, and, most importantly, healthy to prepare.

Making zoodles is significantly faster than boiling regular noodles.

You'll hardly notice the difference when you top your zoodles with your favorite pasta sauce, and this zoodles recipe is SO much healthier than regular noodles!

4 large zucchini 2 Tbsp. olive oil Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved or quartered ¼ cup fresh basil leaves 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar Method: Make zoodles with a spiralizer.

Marinate zoodles in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Add tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, and basil and toss to combine.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve.

Note: Instead of balsamic vinegar, use your favorite Italian dressing. You can also add your favorite olive.

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lavender lemonade

BY HAILEY MINTON, ADAPTED FROM ALLRECIPES.COM

I fell in love with lavender lemonade after trying it at the Ogden Farmer’s market years ago. It’s one of those flavors that I’ve kept in the back of my mind for years, and now I finally found and tweaked a recipe to recreate it. Tasting my first batch of this recipe was a bit of heaven for me.

For the lavender, I snipped the flowers off the shrub just below the last flowers on the stalk and loosely packed them in a 1-cup measuring cup. Some people have mentioned the lemonade tasting a bit soapy if the lavender flavor is too intense. Just be aware of that as you’re adding the 2 cups of steeped lavender water to your pitcher. Freshly cut lavender is going to be more potent than dried lavender, and muddling the flowers before steeping them will also bring out the flavor more. You can always add as much of the lavender water as you want until you get your desired lavender flavor. If you don’t use all the lavender water, just add water to equal the 2 cups of the lavender water. *The lavender water by itself is a bluish-purple, but watch the lemonade turn pink as you mix it with the rest of the ingredients!

2 cups boiling water 1 cup lavender flowers 2 cups cold water 1 cup lemon juice 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1 cup sugar

cauliflower fried rice

BY KRISTINA CASE, ADAPTED FROM IFOODREAL.COM

This is an easy and fast low-carb side dish to add to any meal.

2 green onions, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 Tbsp. ginger, minced ¼ cup grated carrots 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen (optional) ¼ cup diced red bell pepper 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil 2 eggs, large 16-oz. bag of cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen 3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce Preheat large ceramic, non-stick skillet on medium-high heat and swirl oil to coat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, carrot, and peas and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Push vegetables to the side and add eggs.

Cook until scrambled, stirring constantly.

Add cauliflower rice (don’t thaw frozen option); stir and cook until warmed through.

Push cauliflower rice to the side and add soy sauce; stir well. Sprinkle with green onion and serve.

Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a covered pot on the stove. Add the flowers and replace the lid. Let steep 10 minutes. In a pitcher, add the cold water, lemon juice, vanilla, sugar, and lavender water. Add ice and serve.

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ne problem I have found with loving photography is all of the pictures I have on my computer!! It is a number I’m not willing to divulge at this time, but let’s just say it’s shocking.

Okay, you talked me into it: I have hundreds of thousands of photos.

Yes, you read that right. I am always looking for ways to have them available for my family to see and enjoy.

A couple years ago, Ryan built a frame that had chicken wire in the middle for me to hang my pictures on. Our family has enjoyed this so much. I change the pictures every season. I have files of printed photos labeled spring, summer, fall and winter. I will find our family gazing at this board from time to time. My hope with this board is for our kids to see how blessed we are, how many fun things they have experienced, and how loved they are.

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Our kids will often sit in our living room and look through these books.

They have become our family’s journals.

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ears ago, I started recording memories on Instagram and had them printed in book form through Chatbooks. This is such an easy thing to do.

All you need is an Instagram account, and you can add your photos and memories. After you link Instagram to Chatbooks, a new book will be printed for you when you have reached a certain amount of pictures/memories on your account. They will send you, via email, a rough draft of what it will look like, and you have a certain amount of time to delete or correct anything. Then, they print and ship to your address. This has also been a fun thing to have in our home. Our kids will often sit in our living room and look through these books. They have become our family’s journals. You can create your own at Chatbooks.com I also make videos using my photos for my family after fun vacations, special birthdays, or graduations. I like to post the videos on YouTube and share a link with my family.

This makes the video accessible whenever my family feels like watching them. One time, I made a video for a friend’s birthday, and he commented how videos like that are usually made for funerals. It was fun for him to enjoy it while he was still alive.

ne great photo storage tip I was given by a fellow photographer and friend is to save photos on the memory cards from your O camera with a list of events or memories captured on that card and file in a safe place. Just buy a new card for the next few events.

Have fun being creative with your photos!

Have fun being creative with your photos!

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