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‘The Great Chicken Debate of 2011’ By Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
Residents tell SS Planning Commission new proposal is too restrictive Last week’s Planning Commission meeting went long into the night discussing, of all things, chickens. The debate on whether to allow residents living in neighborhoods to keep chickens has gone on for years. But city staff proposed a new section of code allowing chicken keeping, providing certain criteria are met. The criteria, some say, would make it difficult for some residents to keep chickens at all. Currently, chickens are defined in city code as small farm animals and are restricted to the agricultural and residential agricultural zones (those residents with lot sizes of one acre or more). The proposed city code would allow people living in most neighborhoods to have a chicken coop in their backyard. Residents at this meeting, as well as in past meetings, have expressed strong feelings both for and against chicken keeping. The new proposed section of the city’s land development code (section 19.04.240) encourages responsible chicken keeping. City staff stated that the new code would minimize nuisance to neighboring property owners, prevent rodent and pest proliferation, prevent the spread of disease and allow residents to produce food for themselves. Some of the law’s key features include the prohibition of keeping other fowl (i.e., pheasants and turkeys), the prohibition of roosters, and the restriction of raising chickens for profit. Other restrictions included a limit of six hens per lot, mandatory six-foot fencing, sanitary conditions, coops kept in good repair, and chickens must be registered with the city. About ten residents spoke during the public hearing; all were in favor of chicken keeping. Although they were in favor of the city granting a legal right to keep chickens, they did not like meeting all of the qualifications to do so. Most of the residents who spoke stated that allowing only six hens per lot was not enough; that six hens would not even produce enough eggs for a typical family. Others reassured the commission saying that if the chickens are well cared for, there is no smell.
The public also disagreed with the required 15-foot setback from property lines, saying that the chicken coop would be in the center of most people’s backyards. Yet others complained about the costs of installing an opaque six-foot fence and of registering chickens year after year. One resident told the Planning Commission that chickens weren’t nuisances. He reported that out of 1,000 animal control calls last year, only eight had to do with chickens. Those who participated in the public hearing hoped the planning commission would realize that most residents who raise chickens want to be good neighbors. They care for their chickens and do everything possible to keep neighbors happy. Chickens don’t need to be over-regulated, the residents concluded. After the public hearing was closed, the commissioners each took turns weighing in on the many aspects of the chicken-keeping laws. Commissioner Jeff Cochran stated that he didn’t want to be overly restricted by the government. On the other hand, he had to weigh that desire with his obligation to protect neighbor’s interests. He used the example of his parents (who resided in another town) whose neighbor continually litters his yard with junk and cars. There is no recourse where they live, he stated, so I would rather be slightly too restrictive with this code. Neighbors need protection. Commissioner Hannah Thiel stated that after doing much research and visiting a backyard chicken coop, the idea of chicken keeping had grown on her. But she still felt a responsibility to protect
neighbors from those whose chickens become a nuisance. Commissioner Eric Reese pointed out that this city code was not restrictive, as currently chicken keeping is not allowed at all (in neighborhood communities). He thought that nothing would change for residents who currently kept chickens, as long as the animals were well kept and neighbors were not complaining. Commissioner Chris Strickland, who coined the phrase, “The Great Chicken Debate of 2011,” stated that he too had done much research on the topic. After learning about it and talking to a veterinarian, much of his concerns had been alleviated. He noted, however, that residents who opposed chicken keeping did so because they feared the noise, smell, and unsightly chicken coops. Strickland suggested that the registration requirement be eliminated and that stiff penalties be put in place for those who violate the city’s chicken-keeping laws. He said that the penalties would cover the cost of enforcement. At the end of the meeting, the Planning Commission agreed to table the city code and further consider the following aspects of chicken-keeping in the city: possibly increasing the number of chickens allowed, eliminating the need to register chickens, and reducing the setback requirement of chicken coops. The revised city code will come before the Planning Commission again in approximately three weeks. The Planning Commission will then give its recommendation to the City Council, which will decide whether or not to adopt the section into the city’s land development code.
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Mia Love... Congresswoman? By Nancy Kramer Staff Writer What happens when a city elects an energetic, charismatic, getthings-done kind of mayor? Many in Saratoga Springs wish she’d stay put and continue to lead the city. However, the reality might be that she may run for higher office and represent us in the United States Congress. Right now she’s just looking at the possibility of making a bid for Congress in 2012. Recently she traveled to Washington D.C. where she met with the National Republican Congressional Committee, the group Americans for Tax Reform, and Freedomworks. She also met with Senators Mike Lee and Orrin Hatch. Love said that she came back with valuable information. When asked the reason she would be a good potential candidate for Congress, Love replied, “I think the voice that’s missing in Washington is a female, a mother, someone my age. Maybe that’s why we’re in the financial mess we’re in. I am at the local level. I'm a grass roots person. Decisions should be made at a local level…local empowerment.” Love went on to say, “In 1854, the Republican Party got started with the anti-slavery message. Somehow the G.O.P. has been portrayed as the anti-poor, anti-minority party. That is just not true. We seek to empower Americans to create their own opportunities.” She was asked, “How would you stop joblessness?” Her response, “Stop putting such heavy tax burdens on private businesses.” She went on to talk about how, when companies are taxed more
heavily, they tend to downsize from the bottom rung. Those who can least afford to be let go are the ones who suffer. Next Love addressed the immigration problem. “Amnesty isn’t the answer. We need to make it easier for people to get here legally. That’s one thing that the federal government should be involved in. Some people wait for twenty years to enter legally and others just come in as illegals.” She is well informed on this matter, as her parents emigrated from Haiti legally. She also talked about education, expressing that teachers at the local level are the ones who ought to be making decisions that are right for their particular students. Love would be a viable candidate for Congress. Prior to being elected mayor, she served in the Saratoga Springs City Council. She is intelligent, well spoken, and Utah’s first black female mayor. She has what it takes to be a strong contender. Residents will just have to wait and see where the boundaries are drawn and when she finally makes that announcement.
EM bond for new substation By Nancy Kramer Staff Writer Eagle Mountain’s power lines are maxed out. Residents might ask, “Why doesn’t the city run a redundant line next to the existing line?” The answer would be, “There is no more power from that source.” What that means is that Eagle Mountain won’t be able to grow unless they tap into Rocky Mountain Power lines in Saratoga Springs. Eagle Mountain chose to have their own utilities, which enables the city to make money on the residents’ utility bills. For instance, Eagle Mountain City Hall was paid for by the utility fund.
Rocky Mountain Power provides power for Saratoga Springs. Rocky Mountain Power will provide the infrastructure into Eagle Mountain’s power grid. A year ago Eagle Mountain wanted to condemn church land in order to put power lines over the hills from Saratoga Springs to Eagle Mountain. The Saratoga Springs mayor, Mia Love, and the City Council consulted attorneys and were able to prevent that from happening. The church annexed 3000 acres to Saratoga Springs, preventing Eagle Mountain from being able to condemn the land. Rocky Mountain Power can’t deny Eagle Mountain, so the city is trying to get a bond to pay for this transaction.
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What do you think ? Last week, a lower appeals court ruled that the Obama-care requirement, which mandates that every citizen carry Health Insurance, is unconstitutional. This case will likely continue to be fought in appeals court until it eventually goes before the United States Supreme Court. The Crossroads Journal asked local residents...
Do you think it is unconstitutional for the Federal Government to require health insurance? “Absolutely it's unconstitutional, because hopefully this is still a free country and we shouldn't be forced to do something that we don't want to do or that we can't afford to do.” -Patsy Witte Eagle Mountain
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Come out and support your local businesses at the Eagle Mountain City Street Fair Saturday, September 17 from 12:00-4:00 p.m. along Peregrine Road behind the Chevron. You can register at the city website. Please contact Lianne Pengra (801) 789-6601 or lpengra@emcity.org.
“I do think that it's unconstitutional for the government to require Health Care Insurance, but I understand why it's important for the government to require it. It's places and undue burden on everyone otherwise.” -Tom Price Eagle Mountain
“Yes, it is unconstitutional because you have to be alive to get it, so it's a choice whether you get it or not. Unlike auto insurance where you have the choice whether to drive a car or not.” -Stefani Saratoga Springs
Back to School Time!!! Do the kids need school clothes? On Saturday, August 20, Saturday Grace will be giving away food & clothing from 10:00 a.m. to noon at Faith Community Church, 3535 Ranches Parkway, next to Great Clips. Saturday Grace-Eagle Mountain is always accepting donations & volunteers (call for info: 208-651-9950). August 31 at 6:30 p.m. an informational meeting will be held about the Congressional Award, Congress’ only award for youth, by Mark Stevans, from the Congressional Award
National Office. Meeting held at the Westlake High School auditorium. www.congressionalaward. To attend RSVP Laura O’Connor at odog1247@yahoo.com.
The Eagle Mountain area seniors are looking for someone who is willing to teach Tai Chi. For more information, please contact Carroll Johnson at 801-318-1595.
Volunteers are needed to come into the Hidden Hollow Elementary and listen to young children read on a weekly basis. A background check will be necessary and the cost is $15. Please call 801-6108721 ext.750 or Mrs. Joy England 801-709-6618.
UTAP is a program to assist eligible households with their monthly basic local telephone service. The program provides a monthly discount of $13.50 to income qualified or customers on their primary landline only. A Link-Up credit is also available to discount 50% of the installation fee if the customer is approved within three months of phone installation. This program is funded through State and Federal funds and is now being administrated by the Utah Dept. of Community and Culture. To find out more information or to get an application, call: 1-800-948-7540 or check the website at http://housing.utah.gov/seal/applica tions.html.
Eagle Mountain area seniors: Schedule and information can 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. Watch for an upcoming schedule for the senior bus. For general questions, contact Carroll Johnson at 318-1595.
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Primary elections fast approaching With registered residents encouraged to cast their votes on September 13, The Crossroads Journal will spend the next couple issues highlighting those hoping to serve on Eagle Mountain’s and Saratoga Springs’ City Council.
By Emily Fotheringham Staff Writer
Eagle Mountain Donna Burnham (i) Donna Burnham is no stranger to public service. Not only has she spent the last four years on Eagle Mountain’s City Council, she has also served in various positions on PTA boards, as Lakeview Academy’s treasurer and on their board, and as a volunteer librarian. Service is a way of life she was born into as her father served in the Air Force and as a result the family lived in numerous places. Burnham graduated cum laud from Brigham Young University and has spent the last nine years living in Eagle Mountain with her husband and three children, the youngest of which is starting high school this year. She hopes to continue serving the residents of Eagle Mountain by encouraging positive growth, continuing in fiscal responsibility, and upholding the city’s more recent positive image that those currently in public office have worked hard to cultivate. Burnham states, “I love this city and have worked hard to see it succeed and will continue to do so, whether reelected or not. I bring to the council a sound understanding of good budgeting practices and the proper role of government. I'm not afraid of hard work, I show up when and where I am supposed to, and I am responsive to the citizens. I look for input on difficult issues and remember that I am here to serve you. I am thoughtful yet decisive and use logic rather than emotion to make decisions. I work well with my fellow council members, even when we disagree. I have experience working with our neighboring communities towards common goals and have built strong relationships with council members and mayors from those communities. All of these skills make me a strong candidate for City Council.” Bryan Free Bryan Free and his wife Kathleen have lived in Eagle Mountain with their four children for the last five and a half years. Free has already had many services opportunities within the city from coaching teams, helping with Pony Express Days, and having spent the last three years serving as chair of the city’s Parks and Recreation Board, a job that has given him opportunity to personally respond and connect to residents. Free graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications and currently works as a commercial real estate appraiser, a job he feels gives him extra insight into
the current state of Utah’s economy. He has been frustrated by recent tax raises that were voted on without resident input and would like to see more citizen involvement rather than the disconnect he currently feels between the City Council and the citizens. Free states that through his service as the chair on the city’s Parks and Recreation Board, “I have a strong understanding of what is happening in our city and what can be done to make things better. I will respond to all in our city and push for more openness. I will work to see that we focus our economic development efforts more. I will see that the Economic Development Board is actively seeking to attract the retail and commercial business that residents want to see, and that will bring the assets which will bring larger companies here. I will also continue to work to push for the road infrastructure we need as we continue to grow.” Those interested in learning more about Bryan Free’s vision can visit www.voteforbryanfree.com. Jonathan Celaya (i) Jonathan Celaya is another incumbent hoping to be re-elected by the residents of Eagle Mountain. He has spent the last year serving the city on the council after he was appointed through the resignation of Councilman Cieslak. Besides assisting on the City Council, Celaya has also been on the city’s Economic Development Board, served as the chairman of The Ranches home association, and is currently the Republican Party Precinct Chair for Eagle Mountain’s first precinct. His roles on the City Council have included being the go-between between the council and the city’s Planning Commission. Celaya and his wife have lived in Eagle Mountain for the last seven years and he hopes to be able to continue serving the city by encouraging public safety, economic growth and more solutions to transportation needs. He is a big proponent for “reliable and ethical government.” Celaya states, “As a member of the City Council, I bring years of experience serving on decision making boards. For many years now, I have served as the chairman of one of the largest community association in Utah. I am currently serving on the City Council. I am accustomed to making decisions and evaluating issues that impact the entire community. I am also an accomplished analyst, having spent the last eleven years employed as such. And I strive to make decisions that are based on conservative principles. My experience on the City Council, association board of directors, and skill as an analyst are some of the qualities that I bring to the City Council.” Those interested in learning more about Jonathan Celaya can visit www.joncelaya.com or email him with any questions or concerns at jcelaya@emcity.org.
By Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
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Joe Callahan Joe Callahan, a 35year old resident of the Sunrise Meadows subdivision, feels he has something to give to the community. The married father of two daughters has lived in Saratoga Springs for six years and would like his MBA education and his experience in business ownership to benefit Saratoga Springs. Callahan currently owns an insurance agency. He would like to see more accountability in government and would like to be more involved, starting at the local level. When asked what local issues he is most passionate about, Callahan states that he is interested in business development and creating a strong tax base. He wants to see less tax dollars going to Lehi and American Fork. But, he added, he likes the small-town feel of Saratoga Springs. To preserve that, he wants a centralized shopping district. Callahan’s candidacy carries a theme: “He’s not your average Joe.” Callahan says that he will always stand for strong principles and values in the decisions he makes as part of the City Council. Residents can contact Callahan at joe@FSinsuresME.com. Timothy Parker Former Saratoga Springs mayor Timothy Parker would like to once again serve his community by running for City Council. His
wife and neighbors encouraged Parker’s decision. He has called Saratoga Springs home for the last 14 years. He resides in the Saratoga Springs Development. Besides his experience as mayor, Parker’s qualifications include teaching graphic design and drafting at a local college. If he were elected to the City Council, Parker’s priorities would lie in long-range city planning
and getting through difficult financial times without compromising quality of life. Every time we make a development decision, we should ask ourselves how someone living here 50 years from now would view the outcome, Parker stated. He is also interested in preserving a sense of openness within the city and making sure residents have access to open space and trails. Parker believes his strengths lie in being able to work well within a deliberative body, enabling him to represent citizens in achieving long-term goals.
POLICE BLOTTER The Saratoga Springs Police Department has handled a total of 3,016 offenses to date. The department handled 426 reported incidents for the month, which is down from 528 in 2010 and 430 in 2009. The department handled: 18 reported traffic accidents in July, 2011 and the Investigations Division worked 58 active cases last month. Case sampling for July, 2011: You can’t sleep here–Saratoga Springs police officers were dispatched to the Fox Hollow Subdivision in the early morning hours on a report of a suspicious person. The caller reported that a person was at his front door and kept ringing his doorbell. The caller did not know the person at his door. When officers arrived they found an intoxicated male lying on the front porch, with several beer cans next to him. Officers found the individual had several outstanding arrest warrants. The suspect was booked into the Utah County Jail for public intoxication and the outstanding warrants. A/C theft–S.S.P.D. officers were dispatched to a dental office on a report of a theft. The receptionist reported that she tried to turn on the air conditioning when she arrived at work. When it would not turn on, see looked out the window and saw that the air conditioner units had been taken apart. The suspect had dismantled the units and had stolen all of the copper out of the units. The repair cost was quoted at $7,500.
There currently is no suspect information in the case. No texting–A citizen called dispatch to report he was following a swerving vehicle on Pioneer Crossing. Officers located the suspected vehicle. Officers found the driver had been texting while driving. The driver was cited for careless driving. Theft–A local retailer reported two suspects had stolen two laptop computers from the store and returned them for a refund a few days later. The store had video of the suspects. A few days later the store called and reported the suspect had returned with another person. The suspects were detained as they left the store. The suspects admitted they were currently at the store to steal more merchandise when they got scared and decided to abort the thefts. The suspects admitted to stealing the laptops on the prior occasions, and were booked into jail for theft. Criminal mischief-S.S.P.D. officers were dispatched to the Harvest Hills subdivision on a report of criminal mischief. The resident reported she was in her bedroom when she heard a loud boom from her front door. The resident found someone had kicked in her front door and ran away. The case is under investigation. Domestic dispute–An anonymous person reported there was a couple fighting in the street in the Lake Mountain Subdivision. Officers responded to the area and located a female. The female reported she had been in a verbal
argument with her boyfriend over their relationship. The boyfriend grabbed the female by the throat and pushed her down. The female received minor cuts to her hands and knees. The boyfriend left prior to the officer’s arrival. Officers were unable to locate the boyfriend. An arrest warrant has been issued for his arrest. DUI–A citizen called to report they were following a possible DUI on Redwood Road. The citizen reported a truck was traveling at a high rate of speed and was weaving all over the road. Officers located the reported vehicle and pulled it over. Officers found that the driver had a suspended license and was possibly under the influence of drugs. The driver was placed under arrest for DUI drugs. Officers, with the assistance of a police K-9, located heroin and drug paraphernalia hidden in the air vent in the car. The driver was booked into the Utah County Jail for DUI and drug related charges. Domestic dispute–S.S.P.D. officers were dispatched to the Saratoga Springs Subdivision on a report of a domestic dispute. A husband and wife both called dispatch and accused the other one of assaulting them. Officers responded to the residence and spoke with the involved parties. Officers were able to sort through the differing stories and determined the wife had hit the husband several times during an argument. The wife was arrested for domestic assault and booked into jail.
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Culver’s
By Kim Zebley Restaurant Review
I had the opportunity to spend a few years living in the Midwest. It’s probably just like you imagine… hot and humid in the summers, bonechilling cold in the winters, longhoped-for springs and breathtaking falls. The food? Average in many respects where I lived, but there was, of course, that very popular food item called cheese. Wisconsin is known for its cheeses and I’ll say this, they truly do make some of the best I’ve ever had. When I lived there I didn’t really appreciate its goodness, but when I moved away, I truly missed it. In Wisconsin, we had a tradition of going to get frozen custard at the local hot spot called Culver’s. They really had amazing custard. Not only was it good, but the flavors of the day were nothing ordinary. Let’s see if I can make you hungry. How about some black forest, chocolate raspberry, crazy for cookie dough, chunky peanut butter, Georgia peach, blue moon or brownie thunder? Or they have their concrete mixers. Would
you like a raspberry cheesecake? Big chunks of New York style cheesecake combined with raspberries and fresh custard, almost as thick as concrete, not because it’s frozen, but simply because it’s that packed with everything good. The custard is made from genuine Wisconsin dairy. They’re famous for their “butterburgers,” made with 100 percent Midwest beef with the hamburger buns swiped with butter then browned. What a nice twist. So why am I telling you about Culver’s? Well, one recently opened in southern Salt Lake County… surprise, surprise. Imagine the reaction of my family…This is how it went: I’d been telling them for two weeks that I had a surprise. It was pretty funny to hear about their ideas of what it would be. One said, “It’s gonna be California.” Then another said, “No, she’s taking us rock climbing. I can tell by how excited she is about it.” “Maybe it’s a puppy.” Then my youngest simply asked, “Are you going to have a baby?” Yikes. I just smiled and let them think what they wanted. Then they started asking more specifics: ”Will I like it a lot?”
The Crossroads Journal My answer, “Probably more than a puppy.” I told them they wouldn’t be let down and it would be better than they imagined. So I drove them and when we got close I had everyone close their eyes. On the count of three they opened them. They were shocked and when all was said and done, they agreed it was the best surprise. Ever. Of course we had their butter burgers, which are good, not what I go there for, but flavorful and done just right. The main reason I love Culver’s is for their cheese curds. Oh, so good, with a gooey center that is packed with real Wisconsin cheddar, surrounded by a buttery crunch. These are really worth any length of a drive. Maybe the coolest part was when my daughter said her childhood just flooded back and my son simply said, “I had a delicious childhood, didn’t I?” Yes, my dear, you did. Luckily I still have time and now the Culver’s to keep it delicious. Culver’s is in Midvale. They are really worth any drive, and you definitely don’t need to have spent time in the Midwest to fall in love with all of their delicious foods and flavors. I’m guessing their cheese curds will become your family’s newest favorite. One suggestion: just go on their website to find the flavor of the day. I’m definitely going on August 27 for their blue moon. That’s my favorite childhood flavor and I haven’t seen it in a long time. Who’s coming with me? Culver’s is located at 7165 S. Bingham Junction Blvd., Midvale. Just take the 7200 exit and head west. It’s on the right. The original butterburger is $1.99, Wisconsin cheese curds, $3.29, kids’ meals $4.49 (which include a single scoop of custard). They also have dinner choices such as pot roast, cod and fried chicken.
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School Calendar Eagle Valley Elementary Aug. 22—Open house 5:00-6:15 Aug. 23—School starts
Hello 4:30-6:30 p.m. Aug. 23—School starts Aug. 30—Kindergarten starts
Harvest Hills Elementary Aug. 22—Class lists posted Open house 4:00-6:00 p.m. Aug. 23—School starts Sept. 1—Back-to-School Night 5:30
Thunder Ridge Elementary Aug. 19—Open house 4:00-6:00 Aug. 23—School starts Sept. 6—Back to School 5:30-7:30
Hidden Hollow Elementary Aug. 19—Class lists posted Aug. 22—Back to School 4:00-6:00 Aug. 23—School starts Aug. 30—Kindergarten starts Horizon Elementary Aug. 22—Open house 2:00-4:00 Aug. 23—School starts Lakeview Academy Aug. 27—5th grade yard sale Mountain Trails Elementary Aug. 19—Class lists posted after 2:00 p.m. Aug. 22—Open house 3:00-4:30 Aug. 23—School starts Sept. 1—Back to School 6:30 p.m. Pony Express Elementary Aug. 19—Class lists posted at 5:00 Aug. 22—Back to School 4:30-6:30 Aug. 23—School starts The Ranches Academy Aug. 19—Open house 2:00-3:00 Aug. 22—First day of school 1st-6th Aug. 24—Parent info night 7:00 Aug. 25—First day for Kindergarten Riverview Elementary Aug. 22—Open house 5:00-7:00 Aug. 23—School starts Sage Hills Elementary Aug. 18—Open house 4:30-6:30 Aug. 23—School starts Saratoga Shores Elementary Aug. 19—Back to School/Hot Dog
Vista Heights Middle School Aug. 18—Open house 3:00-7:00 Aug. 22—7th grade only Aug. 23—8th grade only Aug. 24—All grades, Day 2 classes Rockwell Charter School Aug. 18—School starts Westlake High School Aug. 18—Fall auction dinner in Commons area 6:00 p.m. Aug. 19—Football vs. Cottonwood Endowment Game 7:00 p.m. Aug. 22—Boys’ golf vs. Skyline at Talon’s Cove 10:00 a.m. Aug. 23—School starts Girls’ tennis vs. Herriman 3:00 Aug. 24—Volleyball vs. East Girls’ soccer at Spanish Fork 4:00 p.m. Aug. 25—Boy’s golf at Mountain Dell 2:30 p.m. Girls’ tennis at Skyline Aug. 26—Football at Timpview 7:00 p.m. Cross country Highland High invite 4:00 p.m. Aug. 29—Boys’ golf at Hillcrest 10:00 a.m. Aug. 30—School picture day Girls’ soccer @ Skyline 3:00 Girls’ tennis vs. Hillcrest 3:00 Back to School Night 5:30 p.m. Aug. 31—Cross Country at WHS 7:00 p.m. Sept. 1—Girls’ soccer vs. Hillcrest 3:00 p.m. Girls’ tennis vs. Olympus 3:00 Sept. 2—Football vs. Mountain View 7:00 p.m. Welcome stomp 9:00 p.m.
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EM approves contract for energy building By Emily Zimmer Thompson Staff Writer
The City of Eagle Mountain continues to expand and reach growth levels which require city leaders to look at how to meet the increased demands on city services. One such area is in the energy department, which has been sharing space with the public works department. In an effort to expand as needed, on August 2, 2011, the City Council approved a contract to begin construction on a new energy building. The contract is with Scholtz Architects, an architectural firm which also handled the recent library addition. The property set aside for the construction is directly north of the existing public works building, with parking space to be located on the east end of the building. The structure will be placed on a footprint of 12,000 square feet which will include approximately 8,000 sq. ft. of open bay space for maintenance and storage of trucks and equipment. In addition, there will be approximately 4,000 sq. ft. of single story office space for energy department employees.
An unfinished basement area of around 3,000 sq. ft. will complete the property. Costs for completing the building are estimated at $900,000, of which a 2.2 percent fee is expected to be delivered to the architect to begin phase 1. That fee translates to $19,475 and will include such services as development of the proposed site and floor plans, exterior designs and potential office layouts to maximize the use of space. The 2.2 percent fee will also include a study of sustainable and energy saving treatments that could be incorporated into the building project. As part of the study for energy savings, a 3-D computer model for solar studies will be provided to the city for future use. It should be noted that the architects’ scope of work does not include the selection of interior furnishings or the use of specialized consultants. The funding for this project was set aside in the 2012 fiscal year budget with money coming directly from the gas and electric enterprise funds. There is no funding coming from the city's general fund as many might assume would be the resource
for such a large project. Linda Peterson, public affairs director with the city, stated, "Sometimes people get confused about how city government works and ask why the city doesn't use that money to improve our parks or other amenities. But this money can only be used by the energy department." Peterson went on to conclude that "This building is needed at this time due to growth". Scholtz Architectural firm has indicated that the design development documents can be provided to the city within 45 days following the acceptance of the contract, provided that all requested information from the city is given to the firm.
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