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October 11- October 24, 2014
CONNECTING EAGLE MOUNTAIN, SARATOGA SPRINGS AND THE CEDAR VALLEY WITH UTAH Vol 014 No19
City of Saratoga Springs Council Member Construction continues on the new Alpine School District Bus Garage near Westlake High School Shellie Baertsch By Matthew Gary Milam
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aving worked on her family’s small farm and in the restaurants her parents owned while growing up, served a mission for the LDS church in Paris, France, and graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor degree in Animal Science (Agricultural Business and Production), with a minor in business, City of Saratoga Springs Council Member Shellie Baertsch seems to have a very well-rounded and applicable background to serve her community. Shellie Baertsch and her husband, Nate, came to live in Saratoga Springs with their three kids in 2001. They have since been involved in the Saratoga Springs community, participating in the many recreational opportunities and enjoying the great views the area has to offer. Baertsch has been serving on the City Council since January of 2012. But even before her formal service with Saratoga Springs, Shellie had been involved in serving the community of Saratoga Springs since her arrival. As President of the Berry Patch Sub-Association HOA and the Harvest Hills Master HOA, Shellie attended years of City Council and Planning Commission meetings where she gained valuable experience for the position she currently holds. Shellie’s spirit of volunteering has even extended to being down in the trenches, so to speak, sorting books for the City library during its start-up, working in her childrens’ schools, and helping with the City’s Splash event. She says that in addition to attending council meetings, she serves with other council members and government officials on committees where the needs of residents are taken into consideration and are considered very important. Council Member Baertsch also meets with residents at their homes. Council Member Baertsch works on a regional committee of the Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG), where representatives of all cities in Utah County have been discussing transportation projects and which ones are going to receive gas pump monies—such as the Pioneer Crossing Extension and the widening of Pony Express Parkway. They meet with representatives of Utah County to decide which projects are priorities. She explains that the purpose is to take some of the tax burden off of the backs of Saratoga Springs residents by obtaining County funds. Shellie Baertsch also serves on a legislative committee with Council Member Poduska and the City Manager. They attend Utah
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State legislative sessions weekly and try to influence the changing of legislation for Saratoga Springs residents’ water rights, examining how they were issued, in an effort to change what water rights could cost Saratoga Springs residents lots of money. The committee also attempts to influence legislation that leaves these issues as local responsibilities rather than taking them away from the individual cities. In addition, Baertsch explains, every lot has what’s called “Public Utility Easement” (Where property owners give utility companies permission to access facilities via their property). Baertsch and the committee attempt to find out for what purposes these Easements are used so residents can have more usage of their own lots. As well, Baertsch is part of the City Code Subcommittee with Council Member Call and Commissioner Steele. They have been going through the entire Saratoga Springs city code to eliminate inconsistencies and identify unnecessary rules and laws. Council Member Baertsch also enjoys serving on the Civic Events Committee where she helps support community events such as “The Messiah” Sing-in. She’s also on the Park Subcommittee with Council Member McOmber where they have the opportunity to work with developers and staff on the details of upcoming park projects (i.e., what amenities the park will have and identifying the park’s needs), before it goes to the city council and residents for approval—for example, with Shay Park, as well as several others to come. One of Council Member Shellie Baertsch’s favorite things about being on the Saratoga Springs City Council is talking to residents about what they want for their city, working out problems with them, and making things better for them. She says, “These three years have been quite enjoyable. It’s amazing to find out what you don’t know. I’ve learned a lot.”
Eagle Mountain City Council September 16 By Matthew Gary Milam
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ayor Pengra and the Eagle Mountain City Council covered considerable ground during the Tuesday, September 16 City Council meeting, with a full house and Boy Scouts of America Troops 1069 and 1097 leading the flag ceremony. Highlights included the approval and swearing-in of Youth Council officers, the recognition of EM Recorder, Finnuala Kofoed, for her current achievements as City Recorder, and the public hearing on the business license denial appeal for “The Enchanted Pony Party Company.” The Eagle Mountain Youth City Council has been active since 2002. New officers were put into place during the council meeting. The new officers sworn in for this year are Christian Ulibarri as Mayor, Jenasis Ortega as Secretary, Mikayla Hill as Recorder, Emily Hill as Public Relations, and Weston Dastrup as Treasurer. The youth officers were sworn in by Finnoala Kofoed, EM City Recorder, who during the meeting received recognition for attaining “Master Municipal Clerk” status, which is the highest status/honor a municipal recorder can achieve. A public hearing was opened for comments about approving the appeal of the business license application for The Enchanted Pony Party Company. The company operates a home-based business in Eagle Mountain that helps kids. The company had amended its application for traffic/parking rates of flow to 12 cars/24 people. The business license applicant explained that its customers would not show up all at one time. Maybe one car per half hour would be the realistic rate. Company owner further explained that the business is “appropriate for the area” and would be no more of a disturbance to the neighborhood than having a party or “having her nephew over to visit.” Several public comments were made in favor of the business license approval, including one by a member of the Eagle Mountain City’s Economic Development Board. Several neighbors of the proposed residential business, while expressing their approval of The Enchanted Pony Party Company’s business concept, were opposed to the city considering approving the appeal for a business license when it had already been rejected based on City code. Many of the opponents expressed the worry about a “slippery slope” danger if the City approves the license and “makes an exception for this one company.” Opponents expressed that there was no need to “draw a line that’s already been drawn” and that “each citizen expects all to live by the city guidelines.” photo by The Crossroads Journal Council members responded to public Updated Photo of Eagle Mountain Hidden Canyon Park on Pony Express Parkway comments, stating that the appeal process
is “built into the city code.” Council members expressed appreciation for the politeness and civility with which the applicants and their neighbors expressed their comments, and also expressed their value and support for businesses, in general. It was proposed by council members that the business license be approved based on the fact that the license could be reexamined after one year, using potential public complaints and law enforcement reports, etc. as a basis for re-approval. Councilman Ireland made a motion to approve the business license for one year. The license was approved unanimously, following which city council members wished to re-emphasize that the council is very much in support of all businesses, in general, but that the approval, again, would be for one year only, at the end of which time the company’s operation in its residential surroundings would be re-examined prior to approving renewal for the next year. The City Council also voted unanimously to amend the Consolidated Fee Schedules for Sewer District Impact Fees for the Timpanogos Special Service District (TSSD). Other items discussed included the success of the Pony Express Rodeo and the great support that made it possible for the rodeo to be financially self-sufficient. Mayor Pengra encouraged other public organizations to follow this example and embrace the concept of “volunteerism” versus relying on public funds. Mention was made of the North Shore Term Reservoir and its ten million gallons of drinking water, September 17th Constitution Day (“Know your document”), the Sunset/SR73 Traffic Signal Proposal, “Idle-Free Awareness” Month (Driver Safe), the “Back to School Night” for seniors (55+), the multi-community choir/orchestra for the performance of “The Messiah”(12/8 & 12/21), the Eagle Mountain Art Alliance and Saratoga Spring’s involvement, that the Vet Board meetings are open to the public, and recognition of the Boy Scouts in attendance and encouragement for the community to remember the importance of our youth being educated on “Citizenship in the Nation and Community.” Mayor Pengra mentioned the training conference he and city council members recently attended in Salt Lake City and wished to convey compliments by officials at the conference toward Eagle Mountain and its leadership. Mayor Pengra also expressed the desire for all citizens who cannot attend the council meetings and hearings to contact him by email with questions and comments. Continued on page 5
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Alpine School District School Board Candidate Julie King By Jennifer Klingonsmith
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esident of Saratoga Springs and mother of four school-aged children, Julie King is hoping to bring a local voice and more conservative spending to the Alpine School District Board. She attends school board meetings regularly and has served on multiple PTA and school community council boards. She has also been actively involved in her children’s classrooms and has substitute-taught for two years. “I spend a lot of time in the classroom and I wanted to make a difference in a way that could not only benefit my children but all of the children in the Alpine School District,” King stated. She has also won awards for her advocacy for children, including Utah County Child Advocate of the Year in 1999. But she said that her greatest qualification was her desire that children have the best education possible. “I am willing to find solutions to make that happen,” King concluded. King stressed that one of the reasons she is running for school board was that while attending board meetings, she saw policies and procedures were being put into place with little input from parents. And, although she feels that the current school
board is generally responsible in how it spends tax dollars, she questions some budget items, both big and small. Examples given included spending $75 million for the ASD centennial celebration and the $60 monthly stipend given to board members for internet service. “Those kinds of expenses can get lost in the $589 million budget if board members are not being
thorough,” King surmised. One of King’s main emphasis is to see that budgets are focused on meeting the needs of students and teachers. “I want to make sure we are funneling money where it belongs—in the classroom, where it benefits students and teachers.” King stressed the need for board members to remember who they represent— the taxpayers. “Our responsibility is to our constituents—not to legislators, not to big business.” King made this statement while discussing a matter that is currently before the ASD School Board. A commercial development agreement (CDA) has been proposed by Orem University Mall’s developer, Woodbury Development. It is currently renovating the property by adding corporate office space, restaurants and residential units. Woodbury has asked all taxing entities (i.e., Orem City, Utah County, ASD, etc.) to discount the property taxes it will need to pay as the property increases in value over the next 22 years. In return, the money saved is supposed to be invested in added community amenities and infrastructure. If the current proposal is accepted, Woodbury would save $44 million over 22 years. ASD is expected to make a counteroffer on the
Alpine School District School Board Member, Paula Hill, Runs for Second Term By Jennifer Klingonsmith
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s Paula Hill reflected on her current run for a second term, she recalled how she was basically drafted to fill the position in 2010. “People out here needed a voice, someone with experience, so I was encouraged to run.” Hill’s background is in teaching; she taught for 25 years at the junior high level. She has held numerous leadership positions. Hill also has, what she describes as, a “large, lively family,” so she shares the perspective of both teachers and parents. Hill has enjoyed the service she has given over the last four years. “I love working with constituents, the work that is often unseen.” She described an experience with a parent who was frustrated with a situation at school. S h e Publisher’s Note: The Crossroads Jounal is a place for local news and stories. If you have worked something to share we would like to hear about it wendy@thecrossroadsjournal.com with him wwwthecrossroadsjournal.com and the pr i n c ip a l until everything was resolved satBusiness Manager Taras Lojik Publisher: Wendy Visser Lojik Managing Editor: Danielle Palmer Copy Editor: Jo Wilson Layout: Roman Lojik Graphic Design: James Crandall Website: Kyle Kast Ad Sales: Angie Ferre Staff Writers: Danielle Palmer, Jennifer Klingonsmith, Erika Douglas, Kara Traveller Matt Schauerhammer, Erin McClellan, Jon Handy, Danielle Dimond,
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isfactorily. Though Hill said that much of the school board’s work is mundane, she also enjoys working with both parties on decisive issues. “I seek first to understand, then to be understood. I work with very good
people, but sometimes they are wrong. I speak up and represent what is correct,” Hill declared. Hill is proud of many things she and the current school board have accomplished, two of them being having a “pay-as-yougo” philosophy when making financial decisions, and the board’s efforts to reduce class size. The “pay-as-you-go” philosophy is an attempt to have more projects come out of ongoing revenue, so the district can bond less. When it comes to class-size reduction, she agreed that it is still a work in progress. The board has hired additional teachers in target areas and when needed, has given teachers additional support by providing aides in the classroom. When asked if there was something ASD could improve upon, Hill stated that written guidelines need to be in place to protect student privacy and to regulate the dissemination of student data. As the vote nears on a controversial Commercial Development Agreement (CDA) with a University Mall developer, Hill stated that she will be voting “no.” She ex-
proposal. The premise of CDA’s is that, over the long run, the commercial developments will raise much more in tax revenue as to more than make up for property taxes not collected because of a CDA. But the success of Woodbury’s development is hard to guess 20 years out. The ASD School Board will be voting on University Mall’s CDA in the coming months. Another hot-button topic within ASD is the new learning standards, Common Core. King does not support Common Core, seeing it as just the latest trend set out to save education. “I have noticed a pattern in education, every two or three years, a new shiny thing comes along. We spend millions of dollars [to implement the program], pulling teachers out of classrooms, training them on how to use the shiny new thing. In the end, our children lose out. For me, the solution is simple. We put phenomenal teachings in the classroom and let them do their job.” King stands by a statement by William Butler Yeats: “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” She hopes to be a catalyst for change in a way that truly benefits children in Alpine School District.
plained that ASD has strict criterion for accepting CDA’s and that the University Mall project does not meet those criterions. Hill feels that the developer has the ability to build the project without a CDA. And she also expressed concern that approving the CDA is, in essence, picking winners and losers from amongst Utah County businesses. The new University Village will directly compete with Lehi area businesses, she concluded. Hill disagrees with tax incentives in general, but stated that they are widely used and often hard to get away from. “I believe in the free-market system,” Hill concluded. Hill also voiced an opinion about the state adopting the Common Core learning standards, stating she had “strong reservations” about the program. But, she said, by questioning the program, she believes she is helping ASD proceed cautiously down its path. Her main issue with Common Core is that it indicates central control. “Whoever writes the test, controls the education of our children,” Hill warned. In the end, Hill is proud of her record, stating that she has always stood for principle. She stands by the statement, “There is no right way to do the wrong thing.”
Rockwell Charter High School was reciginized for 100% graduation for class of 2014 At the latest school board meeting at Rockwell Charter High School, held on Tuesday, September 28, Executive Director, Darren Beck, Assistant Director of Operations, Candice Spivey and Assistant Director of Academics, Misty Madsen, reported that after a combined effort of working with the students as individuals, the school was able to graduate 100% of the students of the Class of 2014, the largest graduating class yet at Rockwell. Many compliments and congratulations were heard for the efforts put forth by the administration and teaching teams. In addition, the Board discussed many aspects of the goals for the school in providing a more personalized education for the stu-
dents that are being served at Rockwell. In the coming year, the school would like to continue to achieve the goal of making Rockwell a top school for academic performance while maintaining the small school atmosphere. Board members made suggestions on ways the school could help add to the success of the students and the school. Warren Price repeated the school’s slogan at the opening of the school in 2008, which was “Rockwell-Big Enough to Serve and Small Enough to Care”. The school attracts students from Lehi, Saratoga Springs and American Fork, while some students travel from as far as Provo and Salt Lake County.
Charter schools are public schools working under the direction of the Utah School Board and the Federal Guidelines for Education. They differ from local district schools by governing the school with a school board. Rockwell Charter High School opened in Eagle Mountain, Utah in 2008. For more information about Rockwell, please visit www.rockwellhigh. net or by calling (801)-789-ROCK. The school is currently looking for an individual who would be interested in serving on the school board. Inquiries and further information may be obtained by emailing Darren Beck at dbeck@rockwellhigh.net. Business, Education and Civic experience would be appreciated.
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ARGUMENT FOR SALE OF Eagle Mountain UTILITY SYSTEM by Royce Van Tassell Eagle Mountain Resident and Vice President of the Utah Taxpayers Association My wife and I moved to Eagle Mountain ten years ago. We like being away from the hustle and bustle, yet being close enough to get to Wal-Mart in just a few minutes. We like the parks, trails, friends and fun. Unfortunately, recent federal mandates mean our power rates will go up. As Eagle Mountain voters, we get to decide whether they go up a little, or a lot. If we vote FOR Proposition 8, they will go up a little. If not, power rates will go up a lot. Voting FOR Proposition 8 means selling the power utility to the experts at Rocky Mountain Power (RMP), so they can do what they do best – make, buy and sell electricity. Voting FOR Proposition 8 also means the Mayor, City Council and city staff will do what they do best – focus on roads, parks and public safety. Eagle Mountain simply cannot match RMP’s access to capital and its size in the national energy market. As Eagle Mountain continues to grow, we need proven private sector experts like RMP to expand our power utility. RMP’s offer will eliminate the city’s electric utility debt. To ensure the company treats customers fairly and provides reliable electricity at reasonable rates, Utah’s Public Service Commission will continue to regulate RMP. RMP will maintain continuity as it merges the city’s power infrastructure with RMP’s state and regional infrastructure by offering jobs to affected city employees at their current or better salaries. I haven’t heard anyone com-
plaining about the proposed sale, which is usually a reliable sign that the City Council is on the right track. Mayor Pengra is FOR Proposition 8. Our member of the State House of Representatives, David Lifferth, is FOR Proposition 8. The City Council voted 41 FOR Proposition 8. Don’t forget – Mayor Pengra, Representative Lifferth and the new City Council members won last year’s elections because they are determined to save taxpayer dollars. Pony Express Days was smaller this year. And the city won’t be buying more statues to adorn City Hall any time soon. Both as a resident of Eagle Mountain and as vice president of the Utah Taxpayers Association, I’m glad Mayor Pengra and the City Council are stingy with our tax dollars. They have a sacred obligation. In deciding whether to vote FOR Proposition 8, we need to make sure they uphold that obligation. As I look at Proposition 8, I’m confident they have. Eagle Mountain is a great place to live. The city has done a great job of building a wonderful community. As we continue to grow, we need a private sector partner to own, operate and grow our power utility. That’s why I hope you’ll join me in voting FOR Proposition 8. http://www.emcity.org
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ARGUMENT AGAINST THE SALE OF THE EM ELECTRIC UTILITY SYSTEM By Ashly Lower Should the sale pass, your utility bills will go up and your water rates and property taxes will soon follow because we will be selling the biggest source of revenue we have (that pays the bonds plus keeps your property taxes low, water rates lower, and much more). VOTE AGAINST the city making a quick buck at the expense of citizens and VOTE AGAINST selling our future of low rates and low taxes. Don’t let scare tactics persuade you. Even with new energy regulations, we get power from UMPA & our UAMPS membership which provides us with rate security/stability, which is why other local cities aren’t interested in selling. WHAT YOU LOSE WITH THE UTIILITY SALE KNOWING THE RISKS: o Feasibility Study – Did you know the city hasn’t conducted a 3rd party feasibility study which shows the risk & benefits of each option? LOW COST & LOCAL SERVICE: o Questar Rates are 33% higher in winter (with our low rates, gas is still one of our most profitable utilities). o RMP projects to increase their rates 12% from 2014-2018 so even though their rates are close to our current rates they will continue to go up, usually 2%10% per year. o Water Bills will go up due to the city paying $220,000/yr. more in Electric costs for the Water Dept. rather than it being subsidized. o Property Taxes are likely to increase due to the loss of $700,000+ contributed to the general fund each year from these utilities. LOCAL CONTROL: o Selling means we give control to FOR-PROFIT corporations that will make the decisions for us. We lose
control of our rates, service, & self-reliance. OPTIONS: ONCE WE SELL IT’S GONE FOR GOOD: o We could always decide to sell in the future when our city has more residents/revenue (that option isn’t going away). o If we sell now we won’t have the option of getting them back. COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENTS AND ASSETS o Community improvements: Even if the loss of revenue could be made up somewhere besides taxes wouldn’t it be better to have that over $700,000 invested in our community instead of just covering losses? o Assets: The sale will mean a loss of a publicly-owned asset, which will grow in value and produces steady cash transfers to the general fund, all for a one-time payment. o Our Gas/Electric infrastructure is already built out to support a lot more growth. FUTURE PAY OFF OF BONDS & LOWER RATES: o Gas & Electric pay $2.6 million towards bonds each year & still had around an extra/excess $850,000 in the 2014 budget. o There are 2 bonds, the much larger of which will be paid off 2024, the other by 2031. o By 2026 we should have less than $3 million remaining from these bonds, imagine how low our rates will be then. o It will be harder pay the general fund bonds due to the strains of selling our biggest sources of revenue. http://www.emcity.org/
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Saratoga Springs EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Make A Plan, Make A Kit, Be Prepared To Survive It! You can never be too careful when it comes to the safety of you and your loved ones. Make sure you are adequately prepared for any kind of disaster, whether in the home or outside of the home.
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Have you heard about the North Utah County Library Cooperative? Eagle Mountain City along with the cities of Lehi, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Highland and now Saratoga Springs, have agreed to participate in a reciprocal borrowing system that will allow library cardholders to check out materials from all libraries. This is not a county library system. Policies & Procedures: Patrons must have a valid library card and be in good standing at their own city library Library cards must be presented at the time of borrowing an item Patrons must abide by the polices and lending procedures of library borrowing from All items must be returned to the lending
library according to the due date Lehi City Library: 120 N. Center St. 801-768-7150 American Fork Library: 64 S. 100 E. 801-763-3070 Pleasant Grove: 501 Park Road 801-785-3950 Highland City: 5400 W Civic Center Dr 801-722-4528 Saratoga Springs: 1307 N. Commerce 801-766-6513
We cannot control natural disasters, but we can be prepared to know what to do during one. This page offers information to help you and your loved ones become better prepared. Tips from Fire Chief; Jess Campbell: When cooking, always keep a lid near the pot, in case it flares up. Make sure you have a fire extinguisher located within 10-15 feet of the kitchen. Get enrolled in a First Aid/CPR class. Items to keep in your vehicle (any time of the year): Blanket, Protein Bars and other food storage, Water Useful Links: For water and sewer emergencies ONLY, please call: 801-404-2468 Earthquakes: www.Ready.gov/earthquakes. Tornadoes: http://www.ready.gov/kids/ know-the-facts/tornado Natural Gas - Questar Gas Company 1-800-323-5517 Power - Rocky Mountain Power 1-888-221-7070 Charity Help - American Red Cross 865 N. Freedom Blvd. Provo, UT, 84604 - 801-373-8580 Allied Waste - 225 W 700 S, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 - 801-785-5935 Make A Plan: You may not be with your family during a time when a disaster strikes, so it is important to plan ahead. You should know how you will get somewhere safe, how you will contact your loved ones, how you will eventually get back together and what to do during different situations, whether you are together or alone. You can also read more on family communications by going to www.ready.gov
You should also plan ahead by inquiring about emergency plans at your places of work, schools/colleges, places of worship, recreation buildings and it is also useful to be aware of alternate routes you can take during travel. To view more information on school and workplace plans, www.ready.gov has more information, which can be accessed at http://www.saratogaspringscity.com . Additional information and tips on creating a plan can be found at: www. bereadyutah.com Make A Kit: Examples of ideal items for a 72 hour kit, taken from www. bereadyutah.com are: Water Food and Utensils Weather Alert Radio Blankets/Pillows/Sleeping Bag Flashlight Whistle Dust or Filter Masks Moist Towelettes Tools Can Opener Plastic Sheeting Duct Tape Medications First Aid Supplies Personal Hygiene Items Garbage Bags Paper Supplies Camera Cash/ATM Credit Card Emergency Contact Phone List Maps Medical History Lists More detailed information on a 72 Hour Kit can be found at www. bereadyutah.com Be Prepared To Survive It: The thought of any disaster can be scary and devasting, it is wise to become educated on what to do during an emergency and to prepare your family for how to respond and react.
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America First Credit Union grand opening
On Friday, Sept. 19, America First Credit Union held a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting at its newest location in Saratoga Springs, Utah. Saratoga Springs is the sixth America First branch to open thus far in 2014 and the 109th location for the credit union servicing Utah and Southern Nevada. The celebration included guest appearances by Cosmo the Brigham Young University Mascot and members from the Cheer Squad. Aaron Goodrich will serve as branch manager. Goodrich began his career with America First Credit Union in May 2005 and has climbed the ranks through various positions as teller, lead teller and assistant manager. Saratoga Springs is located at 1420 North Commerce Drive in Saratoga Springs, Utah. Branch hours are Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Celebrating 75 years, America First has become one of the largest, most stable
and most progressive credit unions in the country, and has remained a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative financial institution. Today, America First has 109 branches, and is the 12th largest credit union in assets in the United States with over $6 billion, and the seventh largest credit union in membership in America with more than 663,000 members. For additional information, visit www. americafirst.com, America First Credit Union on Facebook, Twitter, @AmericaFirst on Instagram and Pinterest.
Eagle Mountain City Council September 16 Continued from page 1 In addition, public comments were made on the condition and safety of Eagle Mountain roads, specifically in regard to child safety. Concern was expressed about rocks in the road, and questions about the status of the newly-repaved roads. Pengra reported that the paving phase is finished, and that concerns about getting more reflectors for the roads can be remedied because it is within the city’s budget.
Public comments also expressed concern regarding school kids parking in the road and “being seen” on scooters, stating that parents need to talk to their children about safety. Mayor Pengra closed the meeting discussing two items. First, Mayor Pengra talked of his representation of Eagle Mountain with the Utah County Traffic Commission. Pengra stated that he had voted “no” on the Provo/Orem RTD funding measure,
but that the measure did pass, as Pengra explained, because of the strong Provo/ Orem tax base. Second, Mayor Pengra offered guidelines for city council members regarding their handling of questions about the “utility issue.” He explained that members should make clear distinctions to constituents when offering opinions about the matter versus communicating facts. He further advices that council members should comply with all city statutes regarding communication on the matter.
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Saratoga Springs Sports
Boy’s Basketball Online Registration Registration: October 1st-31st Late Registration: November 1st-4th Registration Fee: $45 ($5 Late Registration) Fee includes jersey, a ticket to a Jazz game, and a Jazz player appearance. Draft Night: Draft night will be announced after registration is closed. This will be for 5th-8th grade only. Season: January 10th - March 14th. It is an 8 game season with games on Saturdays at a local school. Practices will be up to the coach as to when and where. Jerseys: All players will receive a jersey which is included in the price of registration. The coach will hand out the jerseys before the first game. Coaches Needed! If you think you want to coach, please sign up. Girl’s Basketball Online Registration Registration: September 1st-30th Late Registration: October 1st-4th Registration Fee: $45 ($5 Late Registration) Fee includes jersey, a ticket to a Jazz game, and a Jazz player appearance. Draft Night: Draft night will be announced after registration is closed. This will be for 5th-8th grade only. Season: November 1st - December 20th. It is an 8 game season with games on Saturdays and some weeknights at a local school. Practices will be up to the coach as to when and where. Jerseys: All players will receive a jersey which is included in the price of registration. The coach will hand out the jerseys before the first game. Coaches Needed! If you think you want to coach, please sign up http://www.saratogaspringscity.com/
Saratoga Springs City Youth Council
The Saratoga Springs City Youth Council is a group of concerned, active teens who live within the City. Members of Youth Council have a strong interest in government, local issues and civic responsibilities. The Youth Council helps to give back to the community through learning activities and service projects. As part of the Civic Events Committee the youth council will have the opportunity to participate in the planning and implementing of various citywide events. Involvement fosters a greater appreciation for our government and helps to bestow many skills that will be helpful throughout life. It also is a platform to interact with peers and make new friends. To be eligible to participate on the Saratoga Springs City Youth Council, applicants must be a Saratoga Springs City resident of high school age (9th through 12th grades). Members of the Youth City Council serve for a period of one (1) year from their selection date.
Saratoga Springs Library We are happy to announce! We have received partial membership to North Utah County Library Cooperative. Beginning on October 1st, 2014 you can get a Lehi, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Eagle Mountain and Highland library card for half of their annual non-resident fee. This will allow you to check out and borrow materials from these additional libraries. Remember, ALL items must be checked out and returned to the same location. If books are returned to the wrong location, you will incur overdue fines. We’re sorry but due to limited staffing and budgets in each location, you cannot attend programming or place books on hold in any of these locations. We will be eligible for full membership once, we have a collection of 50,000 items or 2.5 items for every resident of Saratoga Springs. Library Hours Monday -Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Closed Friday and Sunday
Programming Programs will be limited to 20 children, due to space. Move, Rattle and Shake- Musical Story Hour. Monday & Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Make & Take- Crafting. Monday from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (while supplies last). Bilingual (Spanish) Story Time- 3-10 year olds. Monday at 6:00 p.m. Story Time- 3-5 year olds. Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Wiggle Worms- 18 months-3 year olds. Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Boys Book Club- 11 and older. Meeting on the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Girls Book Club- 4th-6th grades. Meeting on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Volunteer Application We’re looking for Merit Badge Counselors and programming volunteers. Remember all of our programs are planned and hosted by volunteers, if there’s something you’d like to help with call us to talk about the opportunity.
Secretary Jennifer Riley, Reporter Wendy Lojik, Hospitality Angie Burgess, Vice President Kyle Bond, Business Operations Jim Smith, President Jared Gray, Treasurer Krista Black, Facility Jeremy Nelson, Tickets Travis Gray, Marketing Lacey Yama, Above picture with Lori and Hank Franzen from Powder River Rodeo Company.
The Pony Express Rodeo Committee wishes to Thank all the Rodeo Sponsors
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Movies Worth Re-Viewing Hocus Pocus By Danielle’ Dimond
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he infamous Sanderson Sisters are back! After 3 centuries in the grave (and 2 decades on the DVD shelf) the witches are back to suck the lives out of the little children of Salem. Only 2 teenagers, a little sister, and a talking black cat can save the day on Halloween night (with a little help from a zombie of course)! Nobody’s Halloween season can be complete without a movie night with the Sanderson Sisters. Hocus Pocus is inarguably THE BEST Halloween season movie out there. Sure, you’ve got your Corpse Bride, Nightmare Before Christmas and The Burb, but come on, none of those flicks have entertainment’s best red-headed actress in them! Bette Midler is one of Hollywood’s and Broadway’s
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greatest performers and this flick was done at the pinnacle of her entertaining career. Sarah Jessica Parker does a splendid ditzy-witch, and Kathy Najimy is equally as fun as the witch who can sniff out children. It’s spooky enough to be a Halloween treat, but not so scary that the little ones feel tricked. So be sure to get yourself a copy of this fun flick this month and enjoy all the great lines, song numbers, and facial expressions with your family! Rated PG by Hollywood Rated PG by this Mom (However, be warned that the term ‘virgin’ is used quite a bit and in one scene you’ll become pretty well acquainted with Parker’s cleavage
Private violin lessons offered from my home in Saratoga Springs. 15+ years of teaching experience. $10 for 30 minute lesson or $15 for 45. Call Jamie at 719-210-0693 for info. You can also visit violinlessonsbyjamie.webs.com for info. FITNESS at In Motion Dance Studio. 3535 East Ranches Parkway ZUMBA,YOGA Evenings. CARDIO, TONING, WEIGHTS mornings $30 for 10 class pass. Mention ad $5 off. www.motiondancestudio.com 801.850.1497
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t’s Mid-October; the nights are longer, darker…spookier. You’ve watched several Halloween movies, seen a dozen dressed-up monsters, and maybe visited a haunted house or two. As a grown-up your nerves are either shredded and you’re jumpy, or you’re cold steel and you couldn’t be moved by a hissing spider on steroids if it sprung and bit your ear. Wherever you fall, you’re sure to be spooked when you look at the price of candy in stores. Will the real trick this year be simply trying to afford Christmas, because you spent all your savings on Halloween candy? Of course not! You’re so savvy, you’re reading this article! The trick to treating all the neighborhood goblins this All Hallows’ Eve is where you buy your candy. (Also how much you eat before opening night). This tip is easy. It goes like this: Don’t buy candy at the grocery store. Simple. Buy it at your local warehouse store and nowhere else. At some grocery stores, you’ll easily spend 2 to 3 times the amount of money on 2 to 3 times less candy. Including the good chocolate stuff. Compare the difference yourself and you’ll be amazed! And if your need for those Kit Kats and Reese’s is strong (as it should be) wait until the last possible moment to buy that big bag. You’re less likely to dip into it prematurely, which could cost you dollars AND pounds.
DRUM LESSONS Fun, certified teacher, 42 years experience, positive influence, professional drummer & band leader, all ages/levels. Studio in Saratoga Springs, references available.Please call Ken Culmone 801-768-0708 or 801-3672787.
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Fundraiser for the Thunder Football Team Starting August 4th
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Calling all singers and instrumentalists! Rehearsals for the SS&EM production of Handel’s Messiah begin Sept. 14th 6-8pm. Please visit http:// saratogaspringseasterchorus.blogspot. com for more info. All are welcome! GUITAR LESSONS All ages, all levels, all styles. Learn songs, chords, strumming, picking, notation, theory, song writing and MUCH more! Located in Meadow Ranches (by the new middle school) First lesson is FREE! Call Gill Taylor (801) 358-7148
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Singers and Instrumentalists Wanted The communities of EM and SS are uniting to put on a production of Handel’s Messiah on December 8 and 21.
Practices for the non-auditioned choir and orchestra begin September 14 from 6-8 p.m. Please purchase a G. Schirmer edition Messiah score prior to the first rehearsal. Visit http:// saratogaspringseasterchorus.blogspot.com/p/ handels-messiah.html for rehearsal location, solo audition instructions, and a link to purchase a score. Questions? Contact: emcc.messiah@ gmail.com.
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