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Precautions taken by SS By Emily Fotheringham Staff Writer
Four thousand acres of land were burnt last summer in our area during the “dump fire,” which in turn led to flash floods which resulted in residential flooding. Although the flooding brought on an outpouring of community service, it is not an experience any resident would want to relive. Now the City of Saratoga Springs is doing something to prevent further damage from occurring. Hardest hit in the flash flood was Saratoga Springs’ Jacob’s Ranch neighborhood, where a number of homes received damage, four of which significantly. Included in the destruction were broken windows, broken walls,
and mud- and hail-filled basements, some rumored to be so full that the mess was coming through the upper level floors. Although some city officials were reported to have said that a flood like this only happens once every 500 years, and that a flash flood couldn’t have been forecasted, area residents had already been worried about just such an occurrence after the dump fire. This fall, Saratoga Springs, with the help of those associated with Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative, dropped around 42,000 pound of seed onto the area that had been burnt. The seeds distributed were chosen by biologist for their ability to protect surrounding neighborhoods once they have been given time to develop. After dropping the
seeds, the city will now be using chains to get the seeds further enrooted into the damaged land. They also will be introducing a deterrent for the growth of Cheatgrass, a plant that can strengthen wildfires. According to a city newsletter, “As the plants grow, they will serve as protective greenstrips around neighborhoods. They will also limit soil erosion, deter flooding, and provide forage for wildlife.” It will be taking a few years for the new seeds to fully develop so Saratoga Springs is urging residents to stay off the burnt land with their ATVs and other motorized vehicles. The city is also hoping for a wet spring, since water is imperative to the growth of the plantings. The dump fire was originally started by target shooters.
Books from Gabriel My name is Amy Saville and we moved to Saratoga Springs in October of 2011. We do a yearly book drive in memory of our 17 month old son who passed away July 2010. Gabriel passed away from unknown causes and we miss him during this time of year greatly. His birthday is on January 26th so that is when we finish up our book drive. We deliver all the new & like-new books to local hospital’s pediatric floor and ER’s. The books are given to the children in the hospital. These books are greatly appreciated. We are so excited that both Tenney’s Pizza locations are helping by being a drop off location along with Sean’s Smokehouse, Lehi Animal Hospital, Think Ink
in Orem & American Fork and Johnson’s Tire in Springville. Also Sagehills Elementary PTA is collecting books in the library for us.
For more information on the book drive and Gabriel’s story visit our blog at www.booksfromgabriel.blogspot. com.
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Police looking for help with Polar Plunge 2013
By Emily Fotheringham Staff Writer
It is coming up on that time of year again when many brave souls will take a plunge into Utah Lake to raise money for Special Olympics Utah. In now what has become a yearly tradition, this year’s Polar Plunge will take place on February 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pelican Bay Marina in Saratoga Springs. Last year’s event raised upwards of $15,000 for Special Olympics Utah. It included all ages of plungers. Reportedly the youngest was seven years old and the oldest was 63. Both individuals and work groups came from all over to freeze for a good cause, many dressed in entertaining apparel adding to the dramatics. Organized by the Saratoga Springs Police Department for the fifth year, this year’s event is one of a number of Polar Plunges taking place this winter in an effort to raise funds for the Special Olympics. According to the Special Olympics
Utah website, “Special Olympics is made up of passionate, committed individuals from every walk of life, who recognize the value and unique gifts of people with intellectual disabilities. And who, together, share the common belief in dignity, equality and opportunity for ALL people.” The site also states, “Special Olympics would not exist today — and could not have been created — without the time, energy, commitment and enthusiasm of people just like you, individuals who choose to take a little time from busy schedules to make the world a better place. Volunteers are vital to our organization!” Locally the police department is looking for individuals also to volunteer for a good cause. Those who are interested in helping for this year’s polar plunge can contact Corporal Shane Taylor of the SSPD at 801-766-6503. Those interested in taking the plunge themselves can register at Special Olympics Utah’s website, www.sout.org, by looking at the site map and clicking on Polar Plunge 2013.
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What do you think ? The City Council in Saratoga Springs recently made a decision to approve a townhome development on South Centennial Boulevard, amidst resident opposition. The council voted to allow a change in the zoning for the property from R-3, which is a lower density, to R-6, which is medium density, as that is what had been granted to the previous developer, but not recorded. The Crossroads Journal asked residents:
What do you think about the new zoning for town homes & apartments in south Saratoga Springs? “I feel there's a place for it in our city, but not in the south near single-family homes. Near Pioneer Crossing would be better, where there is a better area for traffic. We also need to keep property values up. I would like to see our council members plan our city wisely as it continues to grow.” -Melissa Brown Saratoga Springs
“I know the city is growing and we need housing for new people, but with the open look of Saratoga Springs it would be a shame to clutter it with multi-family dwellings. I am against the zoning, and I signed a petition against it.” -Zoe Jacobsen Saratoga Springs “I'm very much against it. I don't think the infrastructure is in place to support that kind of zoning. Sidewalks, children, safety issues- it's a hazard. There is no place for children to play and be safe. I am in favor of affordable housing, but it is the density I am concerned about. We need to do what's smart. It's like Mayberry here.” -Dwight Muse Saratoga Springs
-Anonymous Saratoga Springs
Police Blotter By Cpl. Shane Taylor, PIO In October, the department handled 476 reported incidents for the month, including 35 reported traffic accidents. The Investigations Division worked 113 active cases during the month. Case sampling: Suspicious The Saratoga Springs Investigation Unit was asked to investigate an allegation where an individual mislead the Justice Courts with their actual financial earnings. This individual under oath told the courts she had been unemployed and was only receiving $300 a month from child support. Many inconsistent statements were made during the arraignment process, forcing the courts to ask for an in-depth investigation. Detectives were able to uncover banking documents, revealing the actual gross earnings of $7,000 a month for this individual. Detectives formally charged this individual with false inconsistent statements. Assault Officers were requested to meet the victim at the Saratoga Springs Police Department. The victim told the investigating officer that her boyfriend forcefully knocked her to the ground and pulled her across the floor by her hair. The victim further explained to the officer that her boyfriend placed his hands around her throat and began to strangle her to the point of losing consciousness. The victim sustained multiple injuries from this violent attack. Officers tried to contact the boyfriend at the couple’s home in Saratoga Springs. The officers received no answer at the door, but a neighbor told them that the boyfriend left in his vehicle an hour ago. The officers tried to contact the boyfriend several times throughout the day, however, they were unsuccessful. The victim was provided with all the necessary care and resources to better her living condi-
tions. The investigating officer forwarded this case to detectives for formal criminal charges (domestic violence and assault). Child abuse Family members were concerned about a three-year-old boy who was being neglected by his mother on a regular basis. The threeyear-old boy visits his aunt once a week at her home in Saratoga Springs. The aunt is extremely concerned and uncomfortable with the continual dirty diapers, multiple sores and rashes from saturated diapers against his body. The aunt has provided great care for the boy, but she decided to have something done to rectify the problem at his home with his mother. The officer conducted an investigation and forwarded all of his findings to detectives and the Division of Family Services for processing. DUI An officer from Saratoga Springs was patrolling the city in the late hours of the night when he noticed a vehicle having a difficult time staying on the road. The officer witnessed several traffic violations so he stopped the vehicle. The officer walked up to the vehicle to talk with the driver. During their conversation the officer detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from the inside of vehicle. The driver agreed to field sobriety tests. The tests results indicated the driver was under the influence of alcohol and/or the combination of drugs. The officer also noticed open beer cans throughout the vehicle. The driver was placed under arrest for driving under the influence and having an open container in his vehicle. The driver was taken to the police department, where he submitted to a breath test. The breath test placed the driver over the legal limit to safely operate a motor vehicle. Formal charges have been filed with the Saratoga Springs Prosecuting Attorney.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR “It's going to bring a lot more traffic down these roads. Condos bring instability with people moving in and out instead of people who buy their own homes. Low-income housing also brings in problems with crime. People move out here to south Saratoga Springs to get away from crime.” -Ann Stauffer Saratoga Springs
“I think the zoning is just fine. I don't enjoy a community with a segregated feel. I think that's what those opposing it are trying to maintain- a segregated feel. I don't think there is any room for snob factor in Saratoga Springs. I also don't want a sterile-looking community.”
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If you would like to be proactively notified in the event of an emergency you can register your home and cell phones by visiting http://notify.utahcountyonlin e.org/WebSignup.htm. Miss Saratoga Springs 2013 pageant applications will be available for download on the city website from Jan. 1-30. There will be a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at 6 p.m. In the council chambers. The pageant will
be March 2, 2013.
mation.
Saratoga Springs City will collect live Christmas trees for residents. Please remove all ornaments and lights and take your tree to the south fire station. Dumpsters will be available starting December 26 until Jan. 10.
Senior Activities: Dec. 20 Game day, noon. Book club, 5:00 p.m. Jan. 3 Lunch Bunch at 11:00. To ride the bus, call Sandy at 801-766-0547.
Eagle Mountain City offers a men’s basketball league. Registration continues through Dec. 31. Visit the city’s website for more infor-
CERT Conference on February 9, 2013 at Talon's Coves (Golf Club) in Saratoga Springs. Cost is $15. 8am 4pm. Lunch is provided. Open to everyone who wants a safer community.
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Thursday, December 20, 2012 By Sara Ogden Frye Restaurant Review
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Harvest Restaurant
by Jennifer Klingonsmith
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Price: $$$ Stars: ★★★★★ A couple suddenly realized it was their anniversary, and they had a babysitter in the form of Grandma until 5 p.m., so they ran into Thanksgiving Point’s Harvest Restaurant to experience it for the first time. The restaurant is hidden behind the noisy family deli in the Water Tower Plaza. The couple was quietly informed by the kind hostess at the front desk that Harvest closes at 3 p.m., and reopens again at 5 p.m. for the dinner crowd. They looked at the clock. 3 p.m. The hostess must have noticed their disappointed faces as they turned to leave, and told the couple to wait a second. She went in the back to consult with the chefs and servers, and came out to happily usher that grateful couple into the restaurant, explaining that all the employees had decided to wait. Oh, what an experience! The ambiance was so peaceful, low lighting to compliment, painted walls to resemble an outdoor walled garden, and nice china on beautiful white tablecloths. The servers, hostesses, and chefs were discrete and professional; it felt like a 5-star restaurant in a highend hotel in Park City. The food was even better than the restaurant setting, and that couple was not easily impressed. The “champagne” was a bottle of sparkling nonalcoholic apple, and two wine glasses were provided. A tasty starter was the Spinach Artichoke Dip that came with pita chips
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Turkey Enchiladas Looking for a delicious way to use leftover turkey? These turkey enchiladas are easy to prepare and delicious. I enjoyed the unique taste of the toasted pecans and the generous amount of sauce that the enchiladas bake in. Serve with Mexican rice and beans.
made in-house. It was fresh, warm, cheesy, and just the right amount of artichoke hearts to balance the spinach. The Fish Tacos were crispy and enjoyable, and not a regular on the menu. The sauce was delicious. A Turkey Cobb salad came next and was eagerly eaten. Mixed greens, turkey, blue cheese, bacon, avocados, eggs, onions, tomatoes, and a specialty vinaigrette made for a salad that could be a meal unto itself. The freshly-made whole wheat bread was also soft and warm, with a surprise hint of honey. From the taste of this, and the rest of the meal, everything was made in-house and was not microwaved or reheated. The Harvest Butternut Squash Soup deserves its own
plaque on the wall. It was the best butternut squash soup ever encountered, in any country in the world. Cream, squash, curried pumpkin seeds sprinkled on the top, delivered piping hot and beautifully presented, with a smile from the server who commented, “This is a favorite. I know you’ll both love it.” She spoke the truth, and it cannot be emphasized enough, the Harvest Restaurant Butternut Squash Soup is worth the trip to Thanksgiving Point, possibly a weekly trip. Harvest Restaurant declared that they have fresh, homemade food at “unpretentious prices” in a “relaxed setting.” Their customers absolutely believe that claim, and are devoted to the experience and the gourmet food.
1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 of an 8-oz. pkg. reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1 tsp. cumin 4 cups chopped cooked turkey 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
12 enchilada-size tortillas 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 1 8-oz. carton light sour cream 1 cup milk 1 4-oz. can diced green chilies 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. For filling, in a small saucepan cook onion, covered, in a small amount of water over medium heat until tender; drain. In a medium bowl stir together cream cheese, cumin, 1 tablespoon water, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Stir in cooked onion, turkey, and pecans. Meanwhile, coat a 9x13 pan with cooking spray. For each enchilada, spoon about 1/4 cup of the turkey filling onto a tortilla; roll up. Place tortilla, seam side
down, in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining filling and tortillas. For sauce, in a medium bowl stir together soup, sour cream, milk and green chilies. Pour sauce over enchiladas. Bake, covered, about 40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle enchiladas with shredded cheese. Bake enchiladas, uncovered, for 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted. If desired, top with chopped tomatoes, sweet peppers and snipped fresh cilantro. Serves 6.
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SS City Council Notes By Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
December 4, 2012 The meeting was called to order at 6:15 p.m. Those present included Jim Miller, Shellie Baertsch, and Rebecca Call. Mayor Mia Love, Bud Poduska, and Michael McOmber were absent. Public comment Resident Chris Porter asked that a light be installed at the intersection of Riverside Drive and SR 73. He noted that a recent accident was proof that the intersection was dangerous. Policy items Consent calendar The consent calendar was unanimously approved. Acceptance of the 2012 audit. City staff noted that the 2012 budget would be entered in a national municipal budget competition. Last year, the 2011 budget received top honors in the same contest. The city’s auditor reviewed some of the things he looks at when reviewing municipal budgets. He looked for compliance with reports, that the numbers accurately reflected departmentspending activity. He also looked to make sure that the city met all state requirements. He reported that everything looked good, but that the city still held above 18 percent of its budget in reserves (reserves are supposed to be between five and 18 percent).
The auditor also noted that the city’s revenue came from many sources, including taxes, licensing, intergovernmental money and charges for services rendered. He commended the city for having a healthy balance sheet, saying the city could easily cover a shortfall if other sources of revenue diminished. The auditor also reported that not all of the city’s utility revenue covered the cost of providing services. However, if additional sources of revenues are included (such as impact fees), then the revenues and costs balance out. The audit was unanimously approved. Discussion of architectural colors and roofing materials for the IMAA building, located on Hillcrest Road and Harvest Hills Boulevard. City staff reported that new colors needed to be approved, as the applicant was unable to find some needed building materials in the original color. The applicant was trying to match a nearby office building. He was also requesting a tile roof. The changes were unanimously approved. Resolution R12-31 (12-412): A resolution of the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, Utah, expressing the intent to adjust its common boundaries with Lehi City, Utah; authorizing a public hearing thereto; providing for notice of said hearing; and providing an
effective date. City staff reported that boundary lines needed to be adjusted to eliminate some small parcels of Lehi property that are surrounded by Saratoga Springs land. A public hearing will be held and a plat sent to the lieutenant governor. The resolution was unanimously approved. Consideration of Utah Lake Distributing Company Cooperation Agreement (pedestrian bridge from Western Hills to Riverview Elementary). The city attorney reported that an agreement had finally been reached between Saratoga
Springs and the Utah Lake Distributing Company (owner of some local irrigation canals). For years the city sought permission to install a pedestrian bridge near Riverview Elementary. But the ULDC resisted over issues such as liability, adequate insurance, and the general idea of children crossing its irrigation canals. The attorney reported that the city would now be added to the ULDC’s insurance policy. The city’s current liability insurance would also provide secondary coverage should an accident ever occur. The city hoped to have the crossing in place before irrigation water begins running again next April. The agreement was unanimously approved. The City Council then entered into closed session.
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