Syracuse Connection September 2023

Mayor's Message

There has been an emphasis this year to celebrate the Constitution of the United States. Constitution Day is September 17, in commemoration of the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787. Not to be confused with the Declaration of Independence which announced separation from and intent to form a new nation; eleven years later the Constitution sets up the foundation of governing this new nation now separated from English law. I thought it appropriate to point out some of the influences the nation’s Constitution has on municipalities.

1. The Constitution sets up the branches of government on the Federal level and on a local level there are many similarities to this division of power. Both have legislative and executive roles in government. City Council acts legislatively and must find agreement to set the laws we will live by in the city code. The role of Mayor serves in an executive role for the city to execute the plan voted on by the council. These are similarities, not direct parallels.

2. The Constitution sets limitations for the government. The local government shall not make a law contrary to those constitutional rights. The first amendment protection of free

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speech and peaceful assembly are municipal fundamentals.

3. The Constitution sets up the framework for local government to manage local issues differently. On a National level, we hear it called State rights because, upon the very founding of our nation, we began as colonies (communities) fleeing, among other things what they felt was government overreach. Each community was allowed to have a different vision for what was best in their colony/state, and likewise, similar principles allow

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cities to set some different regulations within their borders such as zoning and ordinances.

4. Property rights largely have a foundation in the Constitution. People tend to steward their own property in relation to what exists around them, forgetting that their right to manage property does require neighboring property owners to continue in the status quo. If you want to be next to a farm for example, that will only be true as long as the property owner next to you continues to manage his property as a farm.

5. The fifth amendment sets up critical municipal essentials such as eminent domain and due process. One person can not prevent the benefit of the whole community. Neither can such a decision be made in haste. Interesting how many who agree with government action find the process long and tedious while those against an action reflect things are pushed forward aggressively. Due process is to be a protection, not a hindrance. These are not the only elements of the Constitution active in city government, but I call on everyone to celebrate the fact that at all levels of government, we are protected, empowered, and blessed by this Constitution.

Mayor Dave Maughan

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I call on everyone to celebrate the fact that at all levels of government, we are protected, empowered, and blessed by this Constitution

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September Guest Contributors in order of appearance

Mayor Dave Maughan

Duane Cheney

Sheila Worley

Community Influencer Lori Russon Worthington

City of Syracuse

Our City Council at Work

The City Council held its regular business meeting on August 8, 2023. Here are some of the significant actions taken at the meeting:

• Amended the City ordinance related to the Disaster Preparedness Committee (DPC) to increase the number of members from eight to nine. Dedicated a Communications Specialist position for the DPC, and Micah Redmond was appointed to serve in this role.

• Authorized an interlocal agreement with Davis School District for a five-year term to provide Student Resource Officers to Syracuse High School and Syracuse Junior High School.

• Accepted an annexation petition regarding 129.496 acres of property on 3000 West between 1700 and 2700 South. The petition will now go through the appropriate review and notification process before the Council takes final action.

What’s the Building Scoop?

Monthly update on new builds around Syracuse

A new hospital-level emergency center is coming to Syracuse at the intersection of Highway 193 and 2000 West. MountainStar Healthcare is doing preparatory work with plans to officially break ground this month. The 14,000-square-foot facility will feature ten examination rooms, a specially equipped trauma room, an ambulance bay, a hospital-level laboratory, and imaging capabilities. The comprehensive services offered at this freestanding emergency room will save and improve lives.

The 24/7 emergency room will be staffed by boardcertified physicians from the medical staff at Ogden Regional Medical Center and will bring hospital-level diagnostic and treatment capabilities closer to home. The clinicians will be connected to and supported by the capabilities and quality of Ogden Regional Medical Center.

• Awarded the contract for phase one of the Shoreline Trail project to install an asphalt trail along the North side of Gentile Street between 2000 West and Fields Avenue to 3XL Construction.

• Amended the City ordinance regarding the Syracuse Regional Museum and Cultural Center Board to delegate day-to-day oversight of operations to the Syracuse Museum Foundation through a memorandum of understanding.

BE A PART OF MEETINGS

The next regularly scheduled City Council meetings are to be held at City Hall on September 12 & 26, at 6 p.m. Residents may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch online via YouTube. Stay informed about City Council meetings and agendas by subscribing to the City’s Notify Me list here: syracuseut.gov/list.aspx.

Construction is expected to be completed, and patients may begin being served in the spring of 2024. For updates as the project progresses, visit MountainStar.com.

In an emergency, minutes matter, and we look forward to Syracuse City having life-saving care closer to home.

Employee Spotlight

Shane Crowton

Shane Crowton is one of our Building Inspectors and he has worked for Syracuse City in the Community and Economic Development Department since March of 2022. Shane excels at ensuring permitted projects are executed safely, according to plan, and meet all approved building codes.

Shane Crowton is personable and welcoming. He enjoys interacting with people, is constantly learning about updates to the building codes, and makes sure inspections are completed with attention to detail. His expertise in the field makes him an asset to community members and builders when coordinating project requirements and problem-solving. Shane has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance with a minor in Spanish from Weber State University and currently holds seven building inspector certifications.

In his free time, Shane enjoys participating in competitive sports, exploring the outdoors, cooking, gardening, spending time with family and friends, as well as the occasional acting/modeling project or other creative endeavors.

September 2023

Public Works Update

Season Ending–Temperatures Are Cooling

Beginning Labor Day, September 4th, water restrictions return to two days per week. Secondary water will be turned off on October 1st. Temperatures are cooling and there are fewer daylight hours as we approach the autumn season. Remember to adjust your sprinkler clock to reduce the water duration as well as the number of days, and to turn off your systems during and after rainy weather.

Tree Trimming

We are grateful to have such a dedicated and attentive inspector working for Syracuse City!

Please remember:

♦ No watering during the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

♦ Use limited watering run times.

♦ No watering on Sunday.

♦ No watering on a designated day based upon a geographical quadrant divided by Antelope Drive and 2000 West.

� Northwest – Tuesday

� Northeast – Wednesday

� Southwest – Thursday

� Southeast – Friday

♦ Enforcement will occur and fines may be issued.

♦ Repair any known leaks.

This is a good time of year to trim trees along the roads and sidewalks. Remember the 7-11 rule for trimming clearance: 7 feet above the sidewalk and 11 feet above the street.

This clearance allows service vehicles such as garbage trucks, mail delivery, and street maintenance vehicles full access. The clearance also increases visibility to all traffic signs and street lamps on the street. As a bonus to you, trimming trees while the leaves are still attached to the branches will reduce the number of leaves that must be raked up off the ground in the fall.

Best if Used-By Date

BY DUANE CHENEY

The USDA estimates that 30% of the food supply is lost or wasted at the retail and consumer levels because of confusion about the meaning of Use-By or Sell-By dates.

Food Safety and Inspection Services recommends that food manufacturers use “Best if Used By” dates to convey to consumers that the product will be of the best quality if used by the calendar date shown. Foods not exhibiting signs of spoilage should be wholesome and may be sold, purchased, donated, and consumed beyond the labeled "Best if Used By" date.

With the exception of infant formula, if the date passes during home storage, a product should still be safe and wholesome if handled properly until the time spoilage is evident. Discard foods that develop an odd odor, flavor, or texture due to naturally occurring spoilage bacteria.

Canned food codes are a type of closed dating that enables the tracking of products in interstate commerce. These codes also enable manufacturers to rotate their stock and locate their products in the event of a recall. The codes are not meant for the consumer to interpret as a "Best if Used By" date.

According to the Can Manufacturer’s Institute, “Unlike the high spoilage rate of fresh products, steel food cans are like a vault; protecting food from air and light, sealing in freshness and nutrition; and preventing spoilage.” … “There has not been a single reported incidence of foodborne illness from failure of the metal packaging in more than 40 years and the consumption of trillions of cans.”

However, canned food can go bad. According to the USDA, high-acid canned goods, like tomatoes and citrus fruits, will keep for up to 1.5 years. Low-acid canned goods—that's pretty much everything else, including vegetables, meat, and fish—will last for up to 5 years, which makes them some of the top emergency foods to stockpile. Canned foods are sterile, so they won't host bacteria, but eventually, the taste and texture of the items inside will deteriorate. Keep them at room temperature in a dark place (as you would with oils and spices), like a cabinet or a pantry, and always discard bulging, rusted, leaking, or deeply dented cans as they have a higher chance of being spoiled.

Canned food is a nutritious, sustainable, and costfriendly option. When stored properly, canned foods will be good for several years.

General Election Information

Syracuse City 2023 Municipal Election

Four individuals have declared their candidacy for three City Council member seats to be voted upon in the 2023 Syracuse Municipal Election: Drake Mailes, Paul Watson, Julie Robertson, and Brett D. Cragun. Due to the fact that there are not at least double the number of candidates as open seats, there will be no Primary Election this year. Each candidate will advance to the General Election, which will be held November 21, 2023. Election information can be found on the Syracuse City website, www.SyracuseUT.com/elections.

Each candidate will have the opportunity to submit biographical information to a state-wide voter information website as well as to the Davis County website and both are linked from the Syracuse City website.

The General Election will be conducted by mail and all registered voters will receive a ballot 21 days prior to Election Day. Ballots can be returned by mail or via a drop location at City Hall. Those wishing to vote in person rather than by mail will have the opportunity to cast their ballot on voting machines on Election Day; polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Syracuse branch of the Davis County Library, 1875 S. 2000 W. In order to vote in person, a registered voter must surrender their mailed ballot. The voter registration deadline for the General Election will be November 10, 2023. Voter registration can be completed via mail or online, or in person in the office of the Davis County Clerk. Voters who miss the registration deadline may vote provisionally in person on Election Day. Visit the Davis County Website, www. daviscountyutah.gov/clerk-auditor/elections, or call or visit the City offices for a copy of the registration form. You must have been a resident of Syracuse City for at least 30 days to be able to participate in the election.

Any questions regarding any aspect of Municipal Elections can be directed to the City Recorder: Cassie Brown – 801-614-9633

cassieb@syracuseut.gov LET

Syracuse City Arts Council

BY SHEILA WORLEY

Syracuse City Arts Council is proud to invite everyone to a first of its kind a cappella concert event: ACA-CON!

September 15th & 16th in Syracuse, Utah, at the Syracuse Arts Academy North Amphitheater!

At ACA-CON, local group Vocalocity will be taking the stage with collegiate a cappella group Aggiepella, and the popular vocal group, Eclipse 6. This event will be powered by nothing more than the human voice. NO INTRUMENTS. BIG SOUND!

This two-night a cappella concert event is to raise awareness of and to speak out against bullying and shine a light on this important issue affecting our schools and communities. A portion of the proceeds will go to Stand4Kind—an amazing non-profit organization working with schools in Utah to create a culture where kindness rules!

Another portion of the concert proceeds will be given to the Syracuse City Arts Council who work to keep the arts alive in Syracuse and Davis County. Get your tickets now and reserve your seat for an aca-awesome event!

There will be food trucks bringing in delicious food, drinks, and treats.

Beautiful Yard Awards

Congratulations to the latest winners of the Syracuse Beautiful Yard Awards! Code Enforcement is impressed with the hard work these residents have put forth in maintaining and landscaping their yards.

The Syracuse Spoon

The Syracuse Spoon is an anonymous passionate foodie with an appetite to eat locally. Like food reviewers everywhere it is just one opinion. Syracuse Spoon, your identity is as safe as Grandma Stoker’s cookie recipe.

Scratch Burger located at 1863 W. 700 S., is one of those places that knows what they do well and sticks to a very limited menu. They are not trying to be everything to everyone. You are going to order a burger with or without fries and something to drink. Nothing wrong with a place that is focused on what they do best, and they do a very good burger!

Looking at the burger you first notice the quality of the bun. Full and fresh is a great foundation to start with. The burger isn’t all bun, there is a meaty middle with fresh topping options to accent your desired stack of patties. At first bite, I got that warm and juicy sensation that you expect from a made fresh burger. It was full of flavor and had a genuine, warm, and meaty taste.

The “scratch” seasoning and sauce seem to be the calling card. Unless you ask, you get the scratch sauce and seasoning on everything. Of course, to try the Scratch Burger how could I not order the featured sauce? Scratch sauce gets compared to fry sauce having the same color, but I wouldn’t call it what most people think of as fry sauce. Clearly, there are some fresh seasonings and a bit of dill in the sauce to give it a tangy flavor, maybe I would call it more of a burger dressing. I dipped my freshly fried skin-on potato fries in the scratch sauce quite liberally. There was plenty of flavor on the fries with some scratch seasoning, so I didn’t feel compelled to bathe them in the sauce.

I had the chocolate shake to round out my meal. It wasn’t your typical candy bar chocolate but more refined like a German Chocolate cake flavor, being slightly bitter with a rich higher cacao chocolate. My palate was refreshed, and I found this to be something different for Syracuse. I was a fan, but if you are committed to a traditional candy bar chocolate taste this isn’t for you.

I will go back to Scratch Burger. It was a very good burger.

- The Syracuse Spoon

PARKS & RECREATION

Jr. Jazz Basketball Registration

1st Session Registration: Ends September 24

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 at the end of October and run until mid-December.

2nd Session Registration: Ends October 29

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 midDecember and run until March.

**Teams for Itty Bitty and 1st/2nd grade will be organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. Grades 3rd-8th, 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 and registration on these and other programs visit www.syracuseut.gov

Volunteers Needed

Syracuse City needs volunteers to help carve 1000+ pumpkins for this year’s Pumpkin Walk. Pumpkins will be available on October 20th and need to be returned by October 25th.

For more information, or to reserve your pumpkins, call the Syracuse Community Center at 801-614-9660 opt. 1.

Paint Nights

Come create your own masterpiece! Everything is provided. Space is limited, sign up today!

Syracuse Community Center | 6–8 p.m. | ages 14+ $30 per night

Friday, Sept 8: Fall Paint Night

Friday, Oct 6: Halloween Paint Night

Friday, Nov 10: Holiday Paint Night

Kid Paint Classes

Wednesdays from 3:45-5:15 p.m. | Ages 10+ | $45 per session

Session 1: Kids Watercolors - Sept 13 - Oct 4

Session 2: Kids Acrylic Paints - Oct 11 - Nov 1

Adult Fitness

Syracuse Community Center

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

HIGH FITNESS

Thursdays 9 a.m.

First class free | $5 drop-in / 10-time punch pass $30

STEP IT UP!

Mondays & Fridays 9 a.m.

First class free | $3 drop-in / 10-time punch pass $20 Work your heart, muscles, and mind in this fun, energetic workout!

PUMP IT UP!

Tuesdays 9 a.m.

First class free | $3 drop-in / 10-time punch pass $20 Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. All skill levels are welcome.

SENIOR CITIZEN YOGA

Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 a.m.

Available for anyone aged 50+/$1.00 or 60+/$0.50 (FREE with membership to the center) Strengthen muscles, improve balance, and help increase mobility.

Session 3: Kids Art Projects - Nov 8 - Dec 6 (No class Nov. 22) Find

Syracuse City Information

Public Safety Jamboree

Save the Date! Join us on October 5th from 6-8 p.m. at the Syracuse Fire Department. This free event will include fire truck rides, safety demonstrations, food trucks, and fun activities for all.

Job Openings

For a list of current openings and to sign up for job alerts with Syracuse City, visit syracuseut.gov and select hover over the Government tab and click on ‘Employment Opportunities’.

Fix-It Requests

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

Green Waste Recycling

Green waste recycling is a voluntary program for curbside collection of green yard waste. The charge for green waste is $7.43 monthly and can be added to your utility bill by calling the utilities department at 801-825-1477, option 2. Our green waste season began on April 1, 2023, and continues through November 30, 2023. Green waste is collected on the same day as your regular garbage day by a truck designated for green waste.

Passport Applications

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per application. Passport acceptance services are by appointment only. Please call 801-825-1477 to schedule. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found at travel.state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State. More info available at syracuseut.gov/158/passports

MAYOR

City Directory

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

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 Monday – Friday, 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: Monday - Thursday, 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.

Lions Club: 801-719-1804

Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all)

Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 970-209-8186

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: 801-614-9655

Lesley Draper ldraper@syracuseut.gov

SCHOOLS

Due to limited space, school sporting events will no longer be listed below.

SYRACUSE HIGH

Sep 5-8: Club Week

Sep 18: Boo to the Flu 3 - 6:45 p.m.

Sep 18-22: Homecoming Week

Sep 23: Homecoming Dance 7 - 10 p.m.

SYRACUSE JR HIGH

Sep 20-21: Parent Teacher

Conference 3:30 - 6 p.m.

LEGACY JR HIGH

Sep 20-21: Parent Teacher

Conference 3:30 - 7 p.m.

Sep 21: Boo to the Flu 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

SYRACUSE ARTS ACADEMY

Sep 20-21: Parent Teacher

Conference Early Out

Sep 22: No School Teacher Comp Day

Sep 26-28: Book Fair

(Antelope El Campus)

Sep 28: Literacy Night

(Antelope El Campus)

EVENTS

SENIOR CENTER

Syracuse Community Center 1912 W 1900 S

(801) 614-9660 #1

Sep 5, 19: Think Tuesday Play Mexican Train, Three to Kings, Tri-Ominos, Nada, and Yahtzee. Bring your favorite game. FREE 10 a.m.

Sep 18: Book Club Contact Judy Price 801-549-7210 Syracuse Library 2 p.m.

Sep 27: Seniors Lunch & Bingo $2

Macaroni and Cheese and Baked

Beans (Must RSVP by noon, Sep 19, by calling 801-614-9660, opt. #1) 12 p.m.

Senior Yoga: Strengthen muscles, Improve balance, Increase mobility for those with arthritis. FREE with Syracuse Community Center membership.

Ages 50+/$1.00 or 60+/$0.50

Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 a.m.

Pickleball: FREE with Syracuse Community Center membership. Adults/$2.00 or Seniors 60+/$0.50

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

To recieve a Senior Cititzens Newsletter, visit the Syracuse Community Center.

FUN THINGS TO DO

Syracuse Symphony Orchestra

Rehearsals: For more info, email orchestra@syracuseutaharts.org

Clearfield Community Band & Choir

Rehearsals: Clearfield Community Arts Center, Call 801-525-2779

Sep 1-5: Will Newhall Exhibit FREE Art Gallery, IHC Layton, 1st Floor, 201 W Pkwy

Sep 5: Splish Splash: The Music of Bobby Darin starring Ron Gartner

Kenley Amphitheater 8 p.m.

Sep 6, 13, 20, 27: Roy Community Farmers Market 4059 S 1900 W 5-8 p.m.

Sep 7: Macbeth Auditions www.

BroadwayOnTheSide.org 5:30 p.m.

Sep 8: Gangrene Comedy Festival

Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

Sep 9: 9/11 Day of Service For more info, email 9.11DayofService2023@gmail.com or facebook, 9/11 Service Project

Sep 9: Illumination FREE Promoting Mental Health Awareness: Food Trucks, Booths, Entertainment, Keynote Speaker, and Fireworks, Founders Park 5 - 9:30 p.m.

Sep 23: Sondheim FREE www.BroadwayOnTheSide.org 2 p.m.

DAVIS COUNTY LIBRARY – Syracuse Branch

1875 S 2000 W • Syracuse, UT • (801) 451-1850

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

Tues: Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Wed: Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Virtual Story Time 10:30 a.m. (sign up for a link at https:// bit.ly/3qftb65)

Fri: Play & Learn 11 a.m.

ACTIVITIES

Sep 7: After Words Book Club Still Alice by Lisa Genova Adults 7 p.m.

Sep 11: Beyond Books: Stars, Stripes, & Swing! All ages 6:30 p.m.

Sep 12: Chess Night All ages 6 p.m.

Sep 13: I Love (and Hate) Lucy Adults 7 p.m.

All library events are free

Sep 14: Book Bunch Black Beauty by Anna Sewell 4th-6th Graders 4:30 p.m.

Sep 18: Beyond Books Young Adult: Lifelines Teens/Adults 6:30 p.m.

Sep 21: LEGO @ the Library Children 6:30 p.m.

Sep 26: Chess Night All ages 6 p.m.

The Syracuse Regional Museum interacts with the history, settlement, and life along the Great Salt Lake.

COMMUNITY NFLUENCERS

The word "influencer" brings up a certain imagery these days. It tends to be of the trendy, fashionable sort-people with a large social media following with the ability to persuade their niche audiences to purchase products or simply click a like or follow button.

But in the big picture, no one has as much impact on the quality of our lives as the people in our immediate communities. We don’t need TikTok or Instagram to benefit from the positive messages and assistance of our friends and neighbors, local leaders, volunteers and business owners. This year’s list of Community Influencers, the people actively making a positive impact on the places we live and work through their passions and common goals, is no exception.

THE NOMINEES

Community Nominated Influencers for 2023

Gary Attebery Do-Good Today

Anna Bravard Advanced Electrolysis

Peggy Barker Barker Park Committee

Tim Billings Red White and Boom Event

Blake Cevering Barker Park Committee

Dr. Kendell Coburn Bountiful Internal Medicine

Kirk Chugg The Gentleman’s Project Podcast

Kurtis Fredericks Project Illumination

Norah Gadd Baron Clearfield Unofficial Facebook Page

Whitney Hidalgo Inspire Dance Studio

Suzanne Kemp Strike Boxing

Hali Larsen Smarty Pants Academy

We hope you enjoy meeting some of the people who were nominated for this year’s list, and extend thanks to everyone who took a few minutes to send in nominations. We encourage you to look for the influencers in your neighborhood, and thank them for playing an active role in shaping their community

Kenneth Naegle PARC

Judy Nixon Syracuse Arts Academy

Stephanie O’Brien Radiate Nutrition

Dale Pfister Syracuse Arts Academy

Grant Protzman Barker Park Committee

Steve Reich R Marketing

Teya Ridenour Tr.ue Beauty

Preston Creed Strike Boxing

Colleen Thurgood Lady Lions Service and Social Club

Major Kit Workman Utah Military Academy

Lori Russon Worthington Russon Mortuary

Amber Wykstra Ovation Homes

–The Connection Publishing Team

Photos by Dawn Paul & Melissa Spelts

Russon Mortuary & Crematory

Lori Worthington COMMUNITY NFLUENCERS

By Tiffany McLelland

We all have a superpower. Sometimes it’s easier to see it in others than in ourselves. Lori Russon Worthington is the Office Manager at the Russon Mortuary in Syracuse. Lori’s superpower is helping people through one of the most vulnerable times of their lives. While most of us feel uncomfortable around loss and mourning, Lori knows how to read a room and is not afraid to try to bring comfort.

The Russon family has owned and operated a mortuary since 1954 when Lori’s grandpa and his brothers purchased their first one in Salt Lake City. They sold their Salt Lake facility and now have three locations in Davis County. Lori started working in the family business at 12 years old. She’d clean the building in the evenings and later brought her children in to help clean. This early exposure to the industry helped prepare her for a life of compassion.

Russon’s have a legacy of community involvement, whether waving from a float in the Fourth of July parade or carving pumpkins for the Halloween pumpkin walk. They’ve enjoyed donating to the Veteran’s Museum, sponsoring shows at local junior highs, and celebrating

the high school’s Student of the Month and Sterling Scholars. They love to be involved where they can.

Lori loves her job, “It’s been a lifetime of me watching people give love to people who need love.” She loves holding someone as they cry, laughing with them as they recount funny memories, or just letting them talk to help process their feelings. “It’s an honor to have these interactions with these sweet people.”

Lori shares, “Everybody wants to comfort, but they don’t know how. I’m not saying I know how I’m just comfortable enough to figure it out.” When we want to comfort those who are mourning, but we don’t know what to say or do. “It is better to say something, anything even if you don’t know if it’s the right thing, but also ask what you can do and be aware of them at the funeral and after. After the family and friends go home, when all is quiet, check back in with them. Continue to love those who need to be loved."

“With a specialized superpower, Lori Worthington comforts her community”

NFLUENCERS R Marketing Department

Steve Reich

By Ann Park

Steve Reich is the founder of R Marketing Department, a local business focused on promoting and growing other businesses. Steve has spent his entire successful career in marketing and is a bestselling author on the subject. His unique expertise, as one of only 13 Certified Guerrilla Marketing Master Trainers in the world, provides a winning edge to businesses. As well as helping the business community grow, Steve’s goal is to be a positive influence in the community as a whole. “It’s all about family,” Steve says. “We’ve all heard the old saying that it takes a village to raise a child. Well, it takes a village to raise a business too. No one can grow a business alone. We need our community around us.” In today’s competitive marketplace, the best marketing is word of mouth. “And that comes from people supporting others and spreading the word.”

A cornerstone member of his own community, Steve supports local charities and programs. “We wanted to be there for our neighbors. My wife and I thought it was important to join the Community Emergency Response Team, or C.E.R.T We both know CPR and

wanted to help. We became teachers and, cooperating with the fire department, we taught classes for years.”

From experience, Steve has learned the value of community. “It’s important to come out and support our local events,” Steve says. “When we show up, we show support for the people who took the time to put an event together. And when you do, the events become better every year.”

Over a long successful career, Steve’s advice to entrepreneurs and new business owners is to actively participate in their community. “People who aren’t involved and keep to themselves have a tough time growing their business. Get to know people and let them feel comfortable with you, and you’ll find that your business grows. We all need each other. If there’s anything I can do to help, come and see me.”

“We’ve all heard that it takes a village to raise a child, but it takes a village to raise a business too.”

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Homes Utah

Amber Wykstra COMMUNITY NFLUENCERS

By Abraham Tinklepaugh

Amber Wykstra has been the Marketing Manager at Ovation Homes since 2019, and a driving force in the housing industry for more than 25 years. Amber creates unique ways for home buyers to realize their dreams, and she’s an integral part of the Ovation Homes Executive Team.

For more than 20 years, Ovation Homes has been creating communities focused on adults, 55 and older, with active lifestyles. Among their happiest clients are serious buyers who want the convenience of one-level living without compromising the comfort of quality space.

“We want our products to be relevant. My personal focus is studying the real-estate and new-construction markets in order to understand how to improve the communities we live in,” Wykstra said.

Ovation Homes customers love choosing from an enticing selection of design elements to match their taste and lifestyle. According to Wykstra, “giving buyers the opportunity to personalize their new home provides an immediate connection to the build process. This sets Ovation apart from other production builders.

At every opportunity, Ovation focuses on connecting

customers with their best life experience. “We don’t limit customers to specific packages, and we absolutely strive to maintain a variety of the highest quality materials.” Ovation loves to catch empty nesters as early as age 45 transitioning to life with different needs. They offer ideal living space for those seeking freedom to age gracefully in a brand new, low-maintenance home. “Our needs change as we age,” Wykstra said. “Some of our clients have mobility issues and need solutions such as roll-in showers, wide hallways and no more stairs. We are the only home builder who offers these features consistently.” Ovation builds homes with confidence, care, and attentiveness—the same way they build relationships with customers. And theesults, so far? Stronger communities, neighborhoods, and friendships. “We’re different because we personalize designs without sacrificing the integrity of the overall build, and we’re constantly adapting our preferred plans based on customer feedback.”

It's our clients who create the communities!

Utah Military Academy

By Bill Cobabe

He has a passion for teaching and mentoring youth.

Nearly fifty years in the military provides Major Workman with an immense background of experience, education, and expertise that is unmatched. After spending nearly two decades as a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) instructor, he recognized that there was something missing. He wanted to find a way to connect with more cadets and help more young people achieve their potential. The Utah Military Academy was established in 2014 to accomplish those missions.

“My greatest moments are when former cadets return and share their successes,” he reports. Former students find success in the military and out, in

college and technical or vocational schools, and in every aspect of life. He loves seeing the light come on in the cadets’ eyes when they start to realize their potential and accomplish things that seemed impossible.

The Academy is neither a reform school nor a funnel to the military. Only about 35% of cadets at the Academy go on to join the military. Rather, the Academy is a place for young people to experience education as they find their own paths forward. The school offers programs for those interested in music, art, computers, flying, athletics/team sports, medical fields, and many others. The Academy has also established relationships with Weber State, OTEC and DATC to help provide cadets with additional resources and opportunities. Cadets have found success with service academies, and Ivy League schools, along with opportunities for direct admission and scholarships with several universities.

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NFLUENCERS Dr. Kendell Coburn

By Ann Park

Dr. Coburn is an Internal Medicine Doctor. Serving the Weber and Davis County areas, he treats lots of different kinds of medical issues, both acute illnesses and chronic conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. “I enjoy the entire scope of medicine. To me, it’s the person that’s important. I believe the patientphysician relationship is crucial in achieving positive health outcomes.”

One of Dr. Coburn’s strengths is listening. “I have developed the skill of asking detailed follow-up questions, and really hearing concerns. I want to cooperate with my patients to help them reach their wellness goals.”

For new patients, he takes the time to schedule an extended appointment. This allows time to assess their condition in detail, and really listen to his patients. “It’s important to be thorough, and treat the patient as a whole. I want to find the underlying cause of the ailment.”

Dr. Coburn is currently accepting new patients. Schedule your appointment now.

Dr. Coburn has a talent for problem solving and helping patients find solutions for their health issues.

NFLUENCERS

By Marliss Scott

Kenneth Naegle, Regional Executive

Director of

PARC, a ServiceSource Affiliate, is one passionate man. In talking with him you have no doubt he loves what he does. It's who he is. For the 36 years he’s been with PARC he's helped empower those with disabilities to find their place in the community and life.

PARC, Pioneer Adult Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield, has annually helped 400 individuals and families bring meaning and purpose to disabled adults since 1974. "We have as many programs as we have people, meaning, we take what's important to the individual, and caregivers, and we support them in whatever way they need," said Ken.

Ken never forgot when he heard Richard Pimentel, an American disability rights advocate, speak. Pimentel said, 'If you want to hire someone with a disability it doesn't matter if they can do the job. But, if you want to hire somebody that can do the job, it doesn't matter if they have a disability.'

"That captures the vision of what we're trying to accomplish at PARC," said Ken. Not just jobs, but careers. Not just careers, but life skills. Not just life skills but a selfdetermined life.

Pioneer Adult Rehabilitation Center

Kenneth Naegle

"We get to know the individual," shared Ken.

"Our Discovery in Genius program identifies a person's passion and skill sets. It's like a sculptor chipping away to reveal the real person inside."

PARC's Customized Employment program matches an individual to their passion – for example, a dog lover working as a pet groomer. PARC's Day Program integrates individuals into the community through field trips, like restaurants, or movies, teaching social and money transaction skills. PARC prepares individuals for independent living, reading, writing, and more. Their Bloom program helps disabled artisans prepare products to sell at boutiques, with the artisan receiving the proceeds.

PARC has custodial service contracts with Hill Field, Tooele, and Brigham City, employing 130. PARC also assembles kits for the U.S. military, such as climbing, cold weather, and ammunition kits. "We know there are people out there that could use our services. I encourage caregivers and business owners to reach out," invited Ken. "We have a wealth of resources."

He is changing lives, and giving meaning and purpose to others.

By Ann Park

Ryan started Connection Publishing in 2016 with the support from his wife Melissa launching with a single magazine and a goal of creating “connection” in the community. As the first publication date approached and he had spent all his time selling ads, he quickly enrolled his wife Melissa to help generate articles, recipes and other content.

Now in 2023, Connection Media Co. has grown to include five print magazines and a full range of digital marketing products, as well as branding and marketing education. Ryan wrote The Get Attention Marketing Handbook that he uses as the curriculum for his courses. He recently partnered with Ogden Technical CollegeCustom Fit to offer marketing training to business owners. Our team now includes seven employees and fifteen contractors, who sell advertising, create designs, manage the office, and support the company. “No matter how much we grow, our goal is still the same, to create connection.”

Ryan supports the community by building up other businesses. “I look up to small business owners like sports fans look up to their favorite athletes,” Ryan says. “There

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is something special about someone who wants to build something, often something from nothing.”

Ryan has always loved helping others learn. “In college, I was an education major. But I didn’t like the pay scale, so I decided not to pursue that career.” Instead, Ryan ended up in sales, and quickly became a manager, training others to improve their sales skills.

He still loves teaching and is an excellent communicator. One of his gifts is explaining things so people can easily understand. “I want to be super clear and honest in all my communication. That’s the core of everything I do.”

His goal is to share his skills in a way that helps the local business community grow.

“I want to them do well, to succeed, to be better than they were. I own a small business myself and I teach my best skills in marketing and sales with an emphasis on my favorite people, small business owners. As we help each other, we can grow together.”

Ryan Spelts is innovative and creative, with a desire to help the local business community grow.

That's one

BIG FISH!

In our June issues, in the Summer Bucket List, we asked for photos of your biggest catches of the summer, with a promise to provide a local treat to the submitter with the biggest fish.

Meet our winner, 12-year-old North Ogden resident Brooks Campbell! Brooks caught this giant carp at Smith Family Park in Farr West. Thanks also to his mom Rachel Campbell for sending in this photo.

Brooks won a $25 gift card to Nana's Sugar Shack in North Ogden.

Congratulations Brooks We hope you keep on fishin'!

BY SABRINA LEE

Box office records have been obliterated with the new Barbie movie raking in over 1 billion dollars, and with that has come a new interest and surge in the doll itself.

Young viewers are being introduced to the brand, and us old folks are reminiscing and digging through our storage units to find our old dolls. It is estimated that leading up to and after the movie’s release there has been a 25% increase in the Barbie brand’s value.

Barbie was founded by Ruth Handler in 1959 after seeing her daughter project her dreams and aspirations onto fashion with her paper dolls. At the time, baby dolls were the only similar product on the market. On a trip to Europe in 1956, Ruth and her daughter spotted a doll in a window shop named Bild Lilli. Bild Lilli was based on a German comic strip of a secretary that pursued rich men in provocative poses and clothes. The attraction for Ruth was that she was an adult looking doll with real curves and long legs, perfect for a fashion doll. Ruth tweaked the doll to have less sexual appeal after doing test groups with little girls and their mothers. She was able to sell the idea to her coworkers at Mattel, a company which she co-created in 1945. Production was done in Japan, due to the cheaper costs, and in 1959, Barbie made her debut as the premier fashion doll for little girls.

Not Just a Doll

TURNING BACK THE CLOCK

I played with Barbies as a child in the 80’s and 90’s and even collected them in the early 2000’s. I probably have over 300 Barbies in storage, melted by the intense heat trapped within the unit. But I can remember anytime we went to the mall, I begged to go into FAO Schwartz and look at the collector dolls in the big glass cases with their dresses puffed out. The Barbie dolls of my youth are not the Barbie dolls of today. The company has transformed the doll to represent girls/ women of all ethnic backgrounds, shapes, and sizes. But at its core, the purpose of the Barbie Doll has stayed the same. It is meant to empower little girls to encourage, dream, and to teach them that they can be anything they want to be.

Barbie was founded by Ruth Handler in 1959 after seeing her daughter project her dreams and aspirations onto fashion with her paper dolls.

A North Ogden resident shared her large collection of vintage Barbies that she, her children and grandchildren have enjoyed through the years.

Lesli Niebergall's 20-Year old Mary Kay Edition Barbie, still in the original box.

Welcome to Our New Look

To readers, the designs inside a magazine might not be obvious, and that’s precisely the idea. A good magazine design should subtly compliment and flavor the written content and photos without stealing the show. Our design team has been working on modernizing and simplifying Connection’s layout and tidying up the overall look and feel of our magazine. Our goal was to create cleaner, more readable pages for you to linger in, and subtle designs you are drawn to but not distracted by. Take a look through the pages and let us know what you think.

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Our Contents page is iconic of the overall redesign of the magazine. We’re using larger images with shorter, more condensed blocks of text. We also combined our Connection Team page with the current issue contributors page, both to allow for more space for our Mayor’s message and make the pages cleaner and less redundant.

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Feed the fam in a FLASH

Batch cooking methods and freezer meal recipes for busy families

WITH ANNIE ROSKELLEY

PHOTOS BY MELISSA SPELTS

There are so many methods of feeding your family in a short amount of time. I recommend experimenting and finding what works for you. Many blogs have rules on foods you shouldn’t freeze. My opinion is that there are no rules! If you don’t mind the texture changes that can occur to food after being frozen then go ahead and make meals using those ingredients and enjoy them!

DOUBLE BATCH OR BIG BATCH COOKING

My first method for batch cooking meals is double batch cooking. I’ll make a double batch of whatever I’m making and freeze half for another night. It’s a great tactic for soups and stews, burritos, sloppy joes, philly cheesesteaks, and lots of other easy meals.

Big batch cooking, in my opinion is the best way to stock up on family favorites if you have extra time to spare. I’ll cook 2-3 big pots of the same food and portion it into meal sizes that meet my family’s needs. You can also experiment with making 2-3 pots of meals with overlapping ingredients, for example, chili, taco meat, and sloppy joes.

White Bean Chili

I make a double batch for my family, adjust as needed for your family size. This is my mom’s recipe, it’s very nostalgic dish for me since we have it at almost every family soup potluck.

2 lbs. ground pork or ground turkey

1 small onion, diced

2-4 cloves garlic, minced

2 15-oz. cans great northern or white beans, drained and rinsed

2 4-oz. cans diced green chilis

1 Tbsp. (3 cubes) chicken bouillon

1-2 tsp. ground cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: you can make a roux when the meat is cooked or use a cornstarch slurry to thicken when it’s almost done cooking. In a large pot, add a splash of oil and sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes or until they start to soften. Add in the ground pork and brown it. Add the garlic, cumin, and other spices as desired and stir for an additional minute or two. Dump in the rest of the ingredients and 1-2 cups of water depending on how brothy or thick you like your soup. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, being sure to taste the seasonings. Serve with any toppings as desired. Portion into the freezer containers of your choice, put them in the fridge and freeze once cooled. For serving, use green tomatillo salsa, avocado, cheese, tortilla chips, avocado, sour cream, or whatever else your family likes.

Annie Roskelley is a busy mom of three who always loved cooking until her children started having opinions about food. She collects mac and cheese recipes and loves trying new recipes and ingredients from around the world. Annie is returning to Weber State University in the fall to get a master’s degree in social work.

CROCKPOT DUMP MEALS

A popular method of batch cooking is crockpot dump meals. You fill however many freezer bags of the same meal, freeze, rinse and repeat for as many other meals as desired, and then eventually dump into a slow cooker or instapot on the day you want to cook. Assembly is much faster when you add the same ingredient to each bag and then move along to the next ingredient. This is also a great way to take advantage of meat sales as they happen, especially when you’re buying a 40-pound box of chicken.

Honey Sesame Chicken

2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 small onion, diced (optional)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup ketchup

2 Tbsp. oil

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)

Sesame oil

Sesame seeds

Green onions

Rice for serving

Dump all liquid ingredients and spices into a freezer bag and squish until mixed. Add chicken. Freeze. Dump into crockpot on low for 4-6 hours. Stir in 1 tsp. sesame oil and sliced green onions, serve over rice. Optional: add in a bag of frozen broccoli or stir fry veggies for the last 30 minutes to an hour.

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs

20 oz. can pineapple chunks

(recommend fresh if you have the patience for that)

1 green pepper, cut into chunks

1 small onion, cut into chunks

1 tsp. dried ginger

2-3 garlic cloves, minced (or replace with powder)

2-3 garlic cloves, minced (or replace with powder)

1 cup BBQ sauce

Honey or sugar to taste (optional)

1/4 cup olive oil

Salt and pepper (1/2 tsp. each and add more as needed)

Drain around half of the pineapple juice if using canned, dump all ingredients into a freezer bag, and lay flat until frozen. On the day of cooking, add to slow cooker on low for 4-6 hours. If desired, shred or cut chicken and serve with rice.

Honey Rosemary Chicken

2 lbs. chicken thighs

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

1/3 cup honey

1/3 cup olive oil

1 tsp. dried rosemary (can use thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Minced garlic (optional)

Mix all liquid ingredients in freezer bag, add chicken, and squish it around to ensure it’s coated. Freeze. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Shred or cut chicken as desired. Serve with your choice of rice, potatoes, pasta, or bread. Time permitting, you can cut the chicken into 1–2-inch chunks before freezing for faster cooking.

For me, the key to filling your freezer is using a few different methods so you can spend as little as five minutes, or as much as all day getting meals prepped to make your life easier on any given day.

COMPONENT COOKING

Another of my go-to methods is component cooking. The best example of this is meatballs. If you have a bag of meatballs in the freezer, you can make spaghetti and meatballs, Swedish meatballs, etc., and not have to worry about mixing, rolling, and cooking the meatballs on a busy night. I do this with my favorite pasta sauces too. The sauce takes 45 minutes to an hour, and I’ll cook a larger batch of the meat portion all at once. Then all I have to do is warm it up while I’m cooking pasta, add in the last couple ingredients that don’t freeze well, and viola, dinner is served in 20 minutes.

Meatballs Three Ways

Feel free to use your family’s favorite meatball recipe, but I recommend going with a more neutral flavored meatball so that you don’t have an Italian style of meatball competing with a sweet and sour sauce.

1 lb. ground pork

1 lb. ground beef

1/4 cup milk

1/2 - 1 cup plain bread crumbs

1-2 eggs

1 small onion, finely diced or shredded

1-2 cloves garlic, minced (can use powder)

1/2 cup grated parmesan

cheese (optional)

Freshly ground nutmeg (optional)

Salt, pepper, and various spices to taste

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the meat as balls onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet until there is none left. We usually use a small scoop so they’re around golf ball size, but feel free to use a big scoop if you want. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-25 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165 degrees. Allow to cool to room temperature. Portion into freezer bags and freeze until needed.

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Your favorite Sweet and sour sauce, bell peppers, onions, pineapple, mushrooms, and serve with rice.

My Mom’s Sweet and Sour Sauce

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup pineapple juice (from drained can)

1 Tbsp. cornstarch

1/3 cup red wine vinegar

1 Tbsp. soy sauce

1/2 tsp. each of garlic powder, onion powder, and ground ginger

Mix all ingredients and boil for 1-2 minutes until thickened.

BBQ Meatballs

Your favorite BBQ sauce. We love Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ.

Swedish Meatballs

4 Tbsp. butter

1/3 cup flour

1 14.5-oz. can each, chicken & beef broth Sour cream, salt and pepper to taste Freshly ground nutmeg (optional)

WET AND DRY METHOD

One bonus method isn’t really a freezer meal technique, it’s making mixes of your favorite spice blends, cakes, oatmeal, etc. Once all the dry ingredients are mixed together, you can toss in the wet ingredients when you’re ready to cook it. I’ve included my children’s favorite jar mix at the end, but we’ve done chai tea mixes (my hubby’s favorite), noodle or rice mixes, soups, pastas, and various spice blends (usually taco seasoning and a tandoori or garam masala blend).

Breakfast Cake (Baked Oatmeal)

My kids love breakfast cake and ask me to bake it all the time. It’s super easy to toss the dry ingredients into a quart sized mason jar (pint is just barely too small) and have a few jars on hand for busier mornings or afternoons. If doing jars, I recommend doing an assembly

line by adding a single ingredient to all the jars before moving on the next ingredient. The original recipe was from a Pioneer Woman cookbook, but I’ve modified it to fit what my family likes. You can easily add in a finely chopped apple (my favorite) dried fruit, nuts, or swap some of the liquid ingredients for pumpkin puree or applesauce.

2 1/2 cups quick cooking rolled oats

1/2 cup sugar

1 tsp. baking powder

1-2 tsp. ground cinnamon (swap w/ pumpkin pie spice, chai spice, or whatever you like)

1/2 tsp. kosher salt (1/4 tsp. fine table salt)

2 eggs

3/4 cup milk

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1/2 cup melted butter

Mix dry ingredients together in a medium bowl. Add in eggs, milk, and vanilla, stirring to combine. Mix in melted butter. Spread into a greased, 9x9 baking dish and bake at 350 for approximately 30 minutes, or until set and golden brown around the edges; you can use a 9x13 dish as well. Start checking for doneness around 22-25 minutes. Not optional for my kids: sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar and serve.

LOVE TO COOK?

We’re looking for local recipes to feature in the magazines and on whattoeat4dinner. com. If you’re interested in collaborating with us, email cindy@ connectionpub. com and let’s get cooking!

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Baked Chicken with veggies and peaches & cream for dessert

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