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JOURNAL 2010 Census numbers SS councilman reflect decade-long seeks alternative power source population boom in SS Thursday, March 17, 2011
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By Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer Saratoga Springs looks much different than it did in the year 2000. And the population increase between 2000 and 2010 tells us why. Saratoga Springs is officially the
fastest growing city in Utah. The 2010 Census reports a population of 17,781, a 1,672-percent increase over 2000 Census numbers. In 2000, only 1,003 people lived here. There were no grocery stores or fast food restaurants, not even a traffic light at the intersection of Redwood Road and SR 73. Only twolane roads headed in and out of town.
The 17,000-plus population now ranks Saratoga Springs as the tenth largest city in Utah County. Increased population gives Saratoga Springs a larger piece of the pie when it comes to sales tax and gas tax revenue. And the city continues to attract the attention of commercial developers.
turing was to prevent the city from looking like some main streets in other Utah County cities which have been taken over by signage and billboards. Poduska related that a balance needed to be struck between “having a collage of unrestricted usage, but still allowing businesses the ability to attract traffic.” The new ordinance will restrict the number and type of signs that individual businesses can display on their premises. For a storefront location, the number of signs allowed on any one building are determined by the size of the building itself. In addition, the type of directional signage that can be employed for attracting clientele to an off-premises location, such as for a realty open house, will be restricted by the new laws. Another major component of the new ordinance is that there will be no illumination-type signs allowed on the exterior of any buildings. That prohibits the use of neon lights, including flashing/blinking/chasing lights, and no animation of any part of the sign.
In addition, no inflated items can be used, such as giant gorillas. Poduska indicated that he is not aware of any businesses which are in violation of the new ordinances as they have now been adopted. He stated that the new ordinances are “more of a preventative solution than the need to fix a current problem.” All current businesses that wish to change any current signage are given the entire ordinance packet, just as incoming businesses receive when they apply for a business license with the city. There are extensive guidelines listed in the packet and everything is categorized to make it easier for businesses to determine what is allowed for their type of business and location as well as size of the storefront. Poduska feels that the new ordinances are making it clear what is allowed and preventing the possibility of vague interpretation of what can be done as far as signage. The new laws will also make it easier to monitor compliance, all while making it more business friendly.
“This will allow city staff and the consultant team to determine what kind of parks, open spaces, trails and recreation our residents prefer.” Landmark Design is a company that works in consulting and was chosen by the City Council to help Saratoga Springs work out a long
term master plan concerning parks and recreation. As part of this effort, the surveys were mailed to all city households, and contained such options as ranking, ”How your household leisure and recreational needs are currently met,” and answering in depth questions concerning the parks
SS sign ordinance changes for local businesses
By Emily Zimmer Staff Writer
The Saratoga Springs City Council recently passed new ordinances for the regulation of signage on local businesses within the city boundaries. Though the new guidelines are quite extensive and lengthy, City Councilman Bud Poduska related that the new regulations are more in keeping with the type of community that local residents wish to maintain. He stated, “We have finished a complete revamping of the city ordinance to make it more userfriendly.” He went on to say that the goal was to maintain “a sleepy bedroom village” feel and to be more in line with what other communities with that same goal are currently allowing. Poduska indicated that the City Planning Department has updated the ordinance so that there is a balance between the need for signage and the desire to maintain a rural feel in the city. The goal of the restruc-
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Saratoga Springs City Councilman Bud Poduska and his wife Barbara have stepped into the “Green Scene” by choosing to install an alternative type of power for their private residence. The Poduskas have contracted with Progressive Power Systems to install a Solar Photovoltaic System as well as a backup battery for their home. The decision by the councilman to add an alternative power source of renewable energy came as a result of wanting to be more independent energy-wise. The Poduskas currently live on a property which has a well and is powered by propane, so in a way, they are already more self-sufficient than many households are. However, if the city power grid goes down the Poduskas lose their ability to draw water from their well. Therefore, a desire to have an even greater measure of stability prompted the couple to make the move to renewable energy. That need required a more complex solar energy system than is typically installed in homes. A 4000-watt panel system will be installed in the residence, and that unit will provide about half of the daily need for the home. In addition, a back-up battery is being installed which allows the power sources currently in the home to switch from the typical power grid to the battery. What that means for the Poduska residence is that the furnace and hot air systems, as well as the refrigeration and lighting units will continue to function should the power go out in the area. Poduska indicated that should the need to access the battery arise, they would likely set the thermostat lower and use less
lights to make certain that the battery power can be maintained in the event of a power grid outage. Poduska wanted to emphasize that though the battery acts as a generator, it is not a generator. In fact, there is a large difference in the cost of running a generator, versus using a back up battery. His estimates are that running a generator off of propane, which would be his fuel source, would cost him thousands more than the initial cost of the battery system. Though the cost of the battery is the same price as a generator, but it does not use fuel to run, so therefore the cost pays for itself in the long run. Poduska stated, “The solar energy aspect is something that any home can use.” For those who are looking for an investment that pays them back, Poduska indicated that the tax credits and rebates provided by the government are a great assistance in funding this type of project. A federal rebate of 30 percent, which has no limit, is a substantial benefit as that is an amount that is given back, not just a tax credit. The State of Utah also offers a 25 percent tax credit (of up to $2,000), which provides an incentive to use renewable energy in private homes. Poduska figures that the two incentives saved him nearly 40 percent of his cost for install. As the country becomes more “green conscious”, the use of solar energy continues to become more popular for private residences as well as businesses. Poduska initially heard about the company he has contracted with when he was invited to attend an open house at the company's American Fork plant. Those who would like more information can contact James W. Johnston, of Progressive Power Systems & The NRG Bureau at 801-318-5276.
Survey to help parks and recreation
By Emily Fotheringham Staff Writer Residents of Saratoga Springs recently received a survey in the mail from the city. According to Jim McNulty, the city’s planning director,
that you frequent. According to McNulty, “It will also help us better determine what type of facilities can be budgeted for in the next five, 10 and 20 years for the enjoyment of our residents as well as visitors.” Besides parks and facilities, the survey is also to help in rec-
ognizing what recreation programs additions could be important to the city, and has a large section regarding the issue. The survey itself takes around five to 10 minutes to fill out and a shorter version is also available online at www.saratogaspringscity.com.
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What do you think ? The month of March celebrates women’s history. Women’s rights have improved a lot over the years, but there is still inequality between men and women. A recent study showed women with similar education, skills and experience still make 25 percent less than men. In honor of this month, The Crossroads Journal asked residents:
Should women be given the same rights, in the workforce, as men? What do you think?
“I think it should be comfair. Sometimes pletely women do their jobs better than men. If a man is slacking and a woman can do it better, why not?” -Jared Weiss Saratoga Springs
“I think they should be equal. I think as long as someone is willing to do the job, they should be given the same compensation for the job done.” -Josh Barber Eagle Mountain
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Westlake Youth Football registration begins March 1-May 31. Go to www.westlakethunder.com. Parent meeting March 4, 7pm at Ranches Academy Gymnasium.
“Why do women have to prove themselves to get the same salary as men do automatically, without doing anything? Especially when they have the same qualifications for the job!” -Cami Saratoga Springs
“I believe men and women are equal and if a woman works as hard as a man, she should have the same exact privileges.” -Justin Farrer
The City of Saratoga Springs Fire Department is offering free classes to residents of the city for CPR, first aid and babysitting. Classes held at station 1, 995 W. 1200 North. Call to reserve a spot. 801766-6505. CPR classes: (Thursdays) March 31, May 26, July 28, Sept 29, from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. These classes are not health care provider classes. First Aid: (Thursdays) August 25, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Babysitting Classes: Saturday, April 9 and Saturday, October 8, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch provided. Must be 10 years old to participate. Area seniors are holding a Lunch Bunch the 1st Thursday of the month and Dominos the 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. Bunco will be the 2nd Thurs-
day at 1pm (bring a $5 prize), and Bingo the 3rd Monday at 5pm in the City Council chambers. For information 318-1595 or www.emcity.org. All EM, SS and Cedar Fort residents ages 55. EM Spring Street Fair April 16, from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Eagle Mountain City is excited about local businesses and would like to encourage their growth through this great semiannual event. Any business with an active Eagle Mountain City business license is invited to participate, and there is no cost! To reserve your spot, simply fill out the online registration at www.eaglemountaincity.org. It will be held on Peregrine Road, from the Holiday Oil to Nolan Park. We will extend the fair on to Sparrow Hawk Way, if necessary. If you have any questions, please contact Lianne at (801) 789-6601. Saratoga Springs Fire Services Open House March 23, 6-8 p.m. at the city offices. The city is investi-
gating different alternatives for providing fire services within the community. These include joining or contracting with the United Fire Authority (UFA), joining a Metro fire agency with other fire departments in Utah County, or maintaining an independent fire department. Public input is needed. Eagle Mountain area seniors are holding a Lunch Bunch the 1st Thursday of the month and Dominos the 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. There will be a craft class the 2nd Monday of the month in the basement of the city offices at 1:00 p.m., Bunco the 2nd Thursday at 1:00 p.m. (bring a $5 prize), and Bingo the 3rd Monday at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers. For general questions, contact Carroll Johnson at 318-1595. Information can also be found on www.emcity.org. All residents ages 55 and over are invited to attend the monthly activities, including those from Saratoga Springs and Cedar Fort.
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By Pam Mendenhall Staff Writer
March 1, 2011 Mayor Jackson called the City Council meeting to order shortly after 7:00 p.m. All of the City Council members were in attendance. Mayor Jackson announced that agenda item concerning the ordinance to consider amending the municipality energy tax rate on Rock Mountain Power and Questar was to be removed and would not be discussed at this meeting. City Council/Mayor’s items Fire Captain Steve Conger announced that the Eagle Mountain Fire Department is offering a free Boy Scout merit badge clinic Saturday, March 12, 2011 and Saturday, March 19, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to noon. They will offer fire safety, emergency preparedness, and first aid merit badges. The fire department will be offering CERT classes starting this month, as well. More information can be obtained by going to the city’s website. Country music star Clint Black will headline the annual Pony Express Days Concert and Fireworks at SilverLake Amphitheater on Saturday, June 4, 2011. Tickets are on sale now online or at the city offices during business hours. Ticket prices are $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door. Children ages 2 and under are free. Information about Pony
Express Days, May 26 – June 4, 2011, is available on the city website. Public comment One comment was made regarding the municipal energy tax proposal and she had concerns about how the money would be used. Since this item was deleted from the agenda tonight, there was not much discussion at this time. John Painter made a comment about how glad he was to see so many Boy Scout merit badge candidates who had come in after the meeting started. He wanted them to know they were welcome. Awards Fionnuala Kofoed, city recorder, awarded CMC Jenalee Harper a plaque and plant basket for her dedication in earning her certification so quickly. She worked with the city as an intern and eventually was hired. She mentioned that of the 337 members throughout Utah only 69 have certified. A lot of hard work goes into accomplishing what she has done and she has been very dedicated. Kofoed claimed her to be their FEMA expert. Energy Director Adam Ferre announced a safety award and plaque awarded to Eagle Mountain from the Intermountain Power Superintendents Association for 8,000 - 299,999 hours of no lost time accidents. The electrical department believes that safety is their number one priority. Consent Agenda The minutes were approved.
Scheduled items Consideration and approval of a Letter of Support of Opposition for the Siting of a Class 5 Landfill in Fairfield. The Intermountain Regional Landfill is located two and a half miles south of Fairfield. The 330-acre site is a Class 1 facility approved to take non-hazardous municipal waste from cities that contract for waste disposal. The owners are interested in contracting with additional cities for waste disposal. They also want to acquire a Class 5 permit, which will allow them to accept nonmunicipal waste. The property is designed to be a 65-year facility with a 200,000-ton capacity. John Hendrickson, City Administrator, stated that the Class 5 status opens up the ability to contract with more haulers and this will add about 20 trucks. He was not certain on what the impact might be; it could be minor, but no traffic study has been done. This won’t have much impact now, but may have over time. Mayor Jackson brought up the example of widening SR73 and UDOT trying to manage things after the impact has occurred. She believes that a study needs to be conducted to understand what the needs might be, and after the study is completed an evaluation can be made. Hendrickson is to write a letter indicating that a study needs to be made. Jon Celaya moved to compose a letter of opposition requiring a traffic study. John Painter seconded the motion
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(801)884-3508 • 3700 Campus Drive • Eagle Mountain and all voted yes. Fire agency John Hendrickson brought up the possibility of a formation of a metro-type fire agency with other cities such as Lone Peak, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Highland and Provo to work together to reduce costs in purchasing equipment because of better discounts and training costs would be less. Each city would operate independently, but partner in some things. Hendrickson will discuss this, look at options and make recommendations. Fire Chief Rand Andrus said that he believes this to be a positive move. Completion date of a fivelane road on SR73 is sometime in September. Mayor Jackson thought it would be 120 days.
She will update this on the Eagle Mountain City website. City Council/Mayor’s business Ryan Ireland invited Captain Steve Conger to come up and talk about the merit badge classes. They are offered on a quarterly basis and they have 60 participants. Donna Burnham welcomed all in attendance. John Painter commented on the strong city staff and wanted to recognize their efforts. He especially wanted to recognize Jenna Harper and others who make our city unique. Mayor Jackson asked if other cities have certified clerks. Fionnuala Kofoed said that there are a lot of cities that don’t have any certified, all three of ours are. Motion to adjourn 7:52 p.m.
SS City Council Notes Thursday, March 17, 2011
By Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
March 1, 2011 The City Council meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Those present included Bud Poduska, Brent Call, Cecil Tuley, Jim Miller, Michael McOmber, Mayor Mia Love and city staff. Policy items Consent calendar One item on the consent calendar was a bid award for financial advisement on a proposed public works building. Councilman McOmber was concerned with the possible mounting costs involved in such a large project. He noted that the city had already spent $1 million to buy the land. If plans go forward, the city would have to spend millions of dollars more to build the public works building. He asked if public works should be the top priority right now. McOmber continued that he receives e-mails from residents more concerned about recreation centers and additional city office space. He asked if City Council members were comfortable taking on additional city debt for such a large project. Councilman Cecil Tuley commented on a proposed $4 million bond for the public works building and other city building projects. He recalled conversations of building a more minimal public works building for now and adding onto it at a later date. He said
the project seemed to be growing well beyond what was originally discussed. Tuley concluded that he was willing to look at the possibility of building a large public works facility, but admitted that he was nervous about it. Mayor Mia Love clarified that the city was not approving a bond measure right now, that the City Council was considering putting all the city’s debt under one roof at Zions Bank to save on financing costs. The consent calendar also contained a motion to agree on a settlement with a bond company over failed improvements in the Fox Hollow neighborhood. The disagreement between the city and the now-bankrupt developer’s bond company had gone on for three years. McOmber was disappointed the neighborhood’s promised fencing would not be a part of the settlement. City Manager Mark Christensen stated that no one involved in the settlement walked away with everything they wanted. He felt the settlement was a good solution. The consent calendar was unanimously approved. Public hearing: Proposed budget amendments for fiscal year 2010-2011. Assistant City Manager Spencer Kyle reported that three changes needed to be made to this year’s budget. The first amendment was for costs associated with the library. The second was to pay for master plan-
ning of parks and open space. And the last amendment was to cover a one-time irrigation canal assessment of $37,000 that is required to be paid by all shareholders in the canal company. The City Council then discussed with staff if the city really made use of its shareholdings in the canal company. Most of the city’s secondary water comes from wells throughout the city. Christensen cautioned the City Council to have a long-term city water plan in place before abandoning canal shares. Another budget amendment concerned a large fee the state had charged the city ten years ago. The fee had never been paid. Through a recent state audit, the unpaid fee was found and charged once again to the city. Christensen called the option to pay the fee “non-negotiable.” This frustrated McOmber and he suggested the city go to the state and ask for a deeper discount for Saratoga Springs residents who use the marina (versus non-resident users). The ten-year old fee was marina related. The budget amendments were unanimously approved. Right-of Way Encroachment Agreement between the Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation, Desert Peak Management Group and Saratoga Springs City. City staff reported that this agreement allows Central Utah Water Conservancy District to
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lay pipe underneath an existing irrigation canal owned by the Bureau of Reclamation. The agreement was unanimously approved. Quarterly finance reports Assistant City Manager Spencer Kyle reported that the city had spent 59 percent of its fiscal year budget. He also noted that sales tax revenue had increased from the previous fiscal year. Kyle then summarized department budgets and concluded that the city was on track financially. Reports Mayor Love presented the city’s new marketing folders and thanked McOmber and Christensen for their help in designing the promotional pieces. The folders will be used to market the city to new nearby businesses and their employees who need to relocate. Love then expressed appreciation for fellow City Council members and for staff in helping Saratoga Springs become well known throughout the state. Councilman Bud Poduska reported that a temporary children’s library will be open March 26 at 10 a.m. He stated that the library committee had catalogued over 9,500 books.
McOmber was concerned over a section of Redwood Road that was crumbling. He also suggested a left-turn signal be added heading north at the intersection of Pony Express and Redwood Road. When buses line up to turn left towards the high school and middle school, McOmber explained, they run out of room to do so. He thought it was a traffic hazard. McOmber also noted that the first marketing folders had been presented to Adobe’s vice president as a way to advertise to employees who are relocating from San Jose, California. Tuley reported that State Representative Ken Sumsion had introduced a bill to make sure that UDOT has influence over roads built over sovereign waters (referring to the planned Utah Lake bridge). Mayor Love also noted that the Mountainland Association of Governments voted in support of a bridge over Utah Lake. But the association’s approval was based on two conditions: that construction not begin until the entire bridge was funded and that independent engineering groups inspect the bridge. The meeting then entered into closed session.
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Local high school student vs. giant burger 3/03/11 ANSWER: Painting by numbers
By Emily Zimmer Staff Writer
Taking on a big burger is no big deal for most male high school students, but this past week eight of them tried to conquer a really big burger, and only two of them succeeded. Emmett's and Ethel's Restaurant in Lehi sponsored a burger-eating contest for their “Man vs. Emmett's” giant burger. This is no ordinary burger. We are talking about six and a quarter patties, six slices of cheese, and six pieces of bacon plus all the fixings. Not to mention a generous portion of fresh-cut fries alongside. The new burger was created in celebration of Emmett's being in their new location for two years, and owner Scott Litke
wanted to get some friendly competitive high school rivalry behind a burger-eating contest of their new menu item. Students from Westlake and Rockwell competed alongside students from Lone Peak and American Fork High schools to see if they could beat the current record of finishing the burger in 30 minutes. In addition, the student who won the contest was treated to a gift card from Emmett's, along with bragging rights for being the first winner of the “Man vs. Emmett's” contest. Westlake student Jake Zimmer, a junior, emerged victorious in the battle. He beat out his opponent by a slight five seconds, but also beat the previous record. When asked how he felt about winning, he smiled and said, “I'm really full and I could use a nap!”
However, he went on to successfully complete his closing shift at work an hour later. What makes the win even sweeter for Zimmer is that he is a fairly new employee at Emmett's and Ethel's. He had agreed to compete in the contest before he was hired by the business and he wanted to fulfill his obligation to do so. That's a pretty good bragging right, and his picture will proudly hang in the “Hall of Fame” wall at Emmett's. Anyone who wants to try their luck and order the jumbo burger is invited to do so. If completed in full within 45 minutes, those with a hearty appetite and a willing stomach can make their mark on the wall as well. And if it sounds like a good time for a group, then Emmett's will gladly serve one up for your gang to dive into.
SS children’s library to open
By Kara Traveller Staff Writer
The City of Saratoga Springs recently announced the grand opening of the temporary children’s section of the newly developed public library. The grand opening will take place on Saturday, March 26 from 10 a.m. to noon, with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. The temporary
library will be located at 1307 Commerce Drive on the main floor of the city office building. Residents and guests can come and receive a first-hand tour of the developing library, meet the library board, and gain further information on upcoming programs to be offered. There will also be children’s entertainment to promote the children’s section of the library. This includes a visit from magician Magic Mike Cot-
tam. The library board praised members both in and out of the community for uniting behind the library project. This includes participation from local businesses and residents who have volunteered time, money and devotion to the library. The board is delighted to see the progress being made in an effort of “Enriching Minds, Energizing Lives!”
community. Simply put, the students get to wear a hat (normally as frowned upon in school as chewing gum) as long as they pay a 50 cent fine (donation) to the student council’s table at lunch. The money raised will go to help a pediatric cancer patient in the neighborhood, as well as adding trees to the school’s landscape.
The students had a goal of raising $1,000. They raised $780 in one week, 50 cents at a time. The Student Council President Ethan Goodwin stated, “My cousin had cancer and needed chemo, which makes you lose your hair and you need to wear hats everywhere. He missed a lot of school. I like [Hatapalooza] because it reminded me of that.”
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School Calendar Harvest Hills Elementary March 28—Minimal day April 1—Sumo Wrestling 6:30 p.m. April 11-15—Spring break Saratoga Shores Elementary March 18—1st grade Donut Date March 28—Minimal day April 1—5th grade maturation April 4—Volunteer luncheon April 11-15—Spring break Sage Hills Elementary March 28—Minimal day April 6-7—Clear Creek for 5th April 6—Maturation April 11-15—Spring break Lakeview Academy March 17—St. Patrick's Day: wear green shirt and uniform pants March 18—1st grade's Dads and Donuts day, 8-9 a.m. March 23— Senator Mike Lee visiting 10:00-11:00 a.m. March 30—End of year Benchmark testing begins March 30-31—Drama production of "Once Upon a Mattress" March 30 and 31—Visual Arts Night/Lakeview Art Gallery, 6:30-8:30 Eagle Valley Elementary March 17—2nd grade Family Night March 28—Minimal day April 11-15—Spring break Mountain Trails Elementary March 28—Minimal day April 11-15—Spring break Pony Express Elementary March 22—Spring pictures March 28—Minimal day April 8—Trading Post April 11-15—Spring break Hidden Hollow Elementary March 17—Talent Show March 28—Minimal day/Skate night The Ranches Academy March 18—Talent Show March 28-April 1—Book Fair April 11-15—Spring break
Vista Heights Middle School March 28—Minimal day March 29—Choir concert 7pm March 31—Orchestra concert 7pm April 11-15—Spring break Rockwell Charter School March 25—Mr./Miss Rockwell April 11-15—Spring break Westlake High School March 17—Softball at Provo 2:30 Boys’ soccer at Timpanogos 3:00 Boys’ tennis at Lehi 3:30 p.m. March 19—Prom Introductions 4:00 Prom 7:00 p.m. March 21-24—Softball at Payson 2:30 Drill team tryouts 4:00 p.m. March 22—Softball at Timpanogos 2:30 Boys’ tennis vs. Provo 3:30 p.m. March 24—Softball at Timpview 2:30 Boys’ soccer at Mtn. View 3:00 Boys’ tennis at Orem 3:30 p.m. March 25-26—Baseball St. George tournament March 25—School musical 7:00 pm March 26—Ballroom competition March 28—Girls’ golf at Ranches 2:30 Softball vs. American Fork 3:30 School musical 7:00 p.m. March 29—Baseball at Provo 3:30 Boys’ tennis at Timpview 4:00 March 30—Track at Lehi 3:30 p.m. Drill Team Show Case 7:00 p.m. March 31—Softball vs. Lehi 2:30 Boys’ soccer vs. Lehi 3:00 p.m. School musical 7:00 p.m. April 1—School musical 7:00 p.m. Election Week stomp 9:00 p.m. April 4—Girls’ golf at Cascade 2:30 p.m. School musical 7:00 p.m. April 5—Softball at Orem 3:00 p.m. Boys’ tennis at Timpanogos 3:30 Boys’ soccer vs. Orem 3:00 p.m. Baseball vs. Timpview 3:30 p.m. Orchestra concert 7:00 p.m. April 6-8—Cheer tryouts 3:00 p.m. April 6—Track vs. Provo, Orem 3:30 Boys’ tennis vs. Mtn. View 3:30 p.m. April 7—Softball at Mtn. View 3:00 p.m. Boys’ tennis vs. Lehi 3:30 p.m. Baseball at Timpview 3:30 p.m. Guitar concert 7:00 p.m. April 8—Sophomore Sock Hop (Stagg dance) 8:00 p.m. April 11-15—Spring Break
Hatapalooza a success at local school
By Emily Mattinson Guest Writer
The students of Hidden Hollow Elementary recently participated in a fundraiser called Hatapalooza. This is the second year the student council at the school has sponsored this event to raise money for those in need in the
Marin Jones, a member of the student council, added, “I love doing it because you can wear a hat and be crazy, but you’re also helping someone.” Another member of the student council, Anna Salvania, said, “ I can’t imagine how hard it must be. I mean, being a 6th grader normally is kinda hard, so doing something to make it easier is a great experience.”
The teachers and staff participated as well, showing up with hats like the Sorting Hat from Harry Potter, a huge sombrero, and a Russian fur hat. Mr. Jackson, the Student Council advisor notes that “these kids have a good attitude, with great insight. Bringing a little sunshine into someone’s life. It can be any need really. We’ll look for others in need and help them out.”
Miss SS 2011 crowned Thursday, March 17, 2011
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Eight young ladies graced the stage at Vista Heights Junior High last Saturday in the Miss Saratoga Springs Scholarship Pageant. Councilman Michael McOmber returned by popular demand as host for the evening. The contestants participated in a production number followed by a slide show briefly introducing each contestant. The contestants were Taylor Cornwell, Ashley Ottosen, Eileen Bocanegra, Amanda Swofford, Jazmin Montero, Kirrah Ottosen, Nicole Calder and Amy Bischoff. The contestants appeared in swimwear for the Lifestyle and Fitness portion of the program. All the swimwear choices were tasteful and the girls showed confidence as they walked across the stage. Local talent also made an appearance with Chris Higbee singing the National Anthem, 2010 Miss Saratoga Springs Shalee Allen with a dance performance and 2010 first attendant Katrina Kropushek and her mother Moana Kropushek entertaining the audience with a fun piano duet. The talent portion of the evening was full of music as contestants charmed the audience with dance, piano, violin and vocal performances. The final segment brought the young ladies back on stage in their evening gowns. The girls were judged not
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all over the state of Utah. Ottosen was excited about the win, “It means a lot because I’ve worked so hard and I’m excited to represent the City of Saratoga Springs,” she said. In addition Ottosen wins a $1,500 scholarship, while first attendant receives $750 and second attendant $500. The efforts of the evening were a huge success, headed up by Darcey Willams and the rest of the Pageant Committee.
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