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Spotlight on SS Mayor Jim Miller By Matthew Gary Milam
Current mayor, Jim Miller, hadn’t given much thought to becoming the mayor of Saratoga Springs back when he was a City Council member. But when Congressional Representative Mia Love vacated the position a few years ago to run for U.S. Congress, those around Jim Miller encouraged him to run for the chief spot in Saratoga Springs. Mayor Miller is one year into his four-year term and has enjoyed many things about the job and his experiences in Saratoga Springs. Mayor Miller finished his education with a Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. From there he went on to become a vice president of the Bank of American Fork (Saratoga Springs office). He worked there as a manager and lender for seven years. Next, Mayor Miller moved on to his current job as a business manager for the LDS Church’s Information and Communication Services (ICS), just up the road in Riverton. During the course of his private career, of course, Jim Miller was elected as a City Council member and served effectively in that capacity under former Mayor Mia Love. As Mayor of Saratoga Springs, Jim Miller has enjoyed seeing projects he worked on as a council member come to fruition while he has been mayor. Miller says, “Council member business takes a long time. It’s slow, but you have to start working so
Community News and Information for Northern Utah County where.” Mayor Miller actually grew up in Utah County and resided in Lehi, with Saratoga Springs as his “backyard.” He and his wife of 14 years, Becky, and their three boys (a ten year-old, and five year-old twins) currently live in the “benches” area of Saratoga Springs. Jim met his wife at a grocery store in Lehi. While growing up, wife, Becky, had moved all over the country, 11 times by the time she was 14 years old, ending up in Lehi where she met Jim. Mayor Miller enjoys living in Saratoga Springs. He loves the views and the fact that within minutes he can get to lake-front water recreation, hillside shooting target practice, and wintertime snowshoeing—all within the city limits of Saratoga Springs. With regard to wintertime in Utah, Miller claims that he gets cabin fever and feels fortunate that he is able to get outside—where he loves it—to participate in all the local winter recreational activities. In his vision for the future of Saratoga Springs, Mayor Miller would like to see sports and recreational facilities available for the youth of Saratoga Springs. Specifically, he would like to see baseball diamonds built and a sports complex constructed in the area. He is a fan of baseball and his boys play on local Little League teams. Providing these sports and recreational facilities for the city youth is important to Mayor Miller because “sports build character, teamwork and sportsmanship.” He and the city are currently working to locate land for these projects. Another project Miller would like to see happen in his next three years as mayor is a business park. He would like to see the business park leased by local entrepreneurs who are currently operating business “out of their garages” and are ready to take the next step by moving to offices and warehouse space in the proposed business park “where they can still be close to home.” Miller says that business is not a government function, but sees the city as a facilitator in developing the project. He and the city are currently looking at property near Pioneer Crossing and the Hot Pots off of Redwood Road. Mayor Jim Miller says, “The most rewarding part of my job as mayor is being able to serve the community.”
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Eagle Mountain Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan By Matthew Gary Milam
Living in a planned community, the residents of Eagle Mountain are fortunate to have city leadership that are constantly at work improving the Eagle Mountain landscape, all with the goal of family lifestyle in mind. One of the latest efforts towards this end has to do with the opportunity for bicyclists and pedestrians to travel throughout Eagle Mountain in safety and with enjoyment. The “Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan” came about, according to EM Senior Planner Mike Hadley, with a grant from Mountainland Association of Governments. Hadley says, “MAG has been helping cities in northern Utah County develop a bicycle and pedestrian master plan for each different city.” He also mentions that MAG has plans to begin with a master plan for the southern portion of Utah County this spring. The Mountainland Association pays for a consultant to work with the city on the plan. Hadley says, “By adopting a master plan the city will use the document to guide the growth in the city in regard to bicycle and pedestrian traffic and use.” Hadley explains that the city will also come up with strategies to retrofit any bike or pedestrian trail to match the current roads. According to Hadley, the steering commit-
tee for the Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan has the following vision and goals for the project: 1) Eagle Mountain will enjoy a safe, efficient and connected network of sidewalks, bikeways, and trails that will grow with the city and improve quality of life for all resident.s 2) Eagle Mountain will strive to make biking and walking an integral part of daily life by developing and promoting a connected, safe and diverse system of bikeways and pathways for all users. 3) Eagle Mountain will cultivate the supporting infrastructure and culture where bicycling and walking are safe, enjoyable and convenient for all residents. Eagle Mountain City has a desire for its residents to be involved in the process of developing the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. On the city website, information about the project’s current status can be found. A public survey is available as well for residents to provide input into the project. (This CJ writer has personally taken the survey, and based upon the detailed amount of input the survey solicits, he can attest to the city’s goal to have the project reflect the desires and needs of its residents.) Mike Hadley is a Senior Planner for Eagle Mountain and has worked for the city for 7 years.
Tree Lighting at Neptune Park By Danielle Palmer
A crowd gathered at Saratoga Springs Neptune Park on the evening of Monday, December 1 to witness the advertised Tree Lighting Ceremony. Although the temperature continued to drop, all had warm countenances as they listened to the Sagehill Elementary sing Frozen’s Let It Go, Jingle Bell Rock, Frosty the Snowman, and other carols. Angela Thompson had put together the program. The choir members, led by Manu Harris, all wore festive red Santa hats and bright smiles. During the festivities, Santa himself arrived by fire truck and was available under a heated tent. A line quickly formed for children to sit on his lap for a whispered wish and a picture. The scent of chocolate and gingerbread permeated the air, as the Youth Council sold full refreshments for a fundraiser next door to Santa. The cold air might have gotten too biting, if not for the heated lamps which stood throughout the park for people to warm their noses. At the end of the musical program, the mayor said a few warm holiday wishes before the crowd relocated next to the tree lighting. The tree itself stands on the west side of the
Bus Garage Nears Completion The Alpine School Bus Garage nears completion on it’s newest location in Saratoga Springs near Westlake High School. Surrounded by a site-obstructing fence and housed under industrial sized bus awnings almost half of the Alpine School District Bus Fleet will be stored at the new facility. Saratoga Springs City Council has worked with the School District to complete the standards for the city requirements. The Alpine School District expects to save a great deal of transportation cost by housing these buses in the west side of Utah Lake
where most of the growth is expected. park in the center of a construction zone. Civic Events Coordinator, AnnElise Harrison, explained they had wanted the work to be finished by now as planned, but it had been delayed. She went on to say that by next year the spot will inhabit a beautiful courtyard surrounding the tree with benches and potted plants. It is sure to be a wonderful addition to the park.
Eagle Mountain City announces a New look to the city website! http://www.emcity.org Eagle Mountain City Upcoming Events December 02 City Council Meeting 05 Deck the Halls Tree Lighting 06 Santa on the Fire Truck
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Saratoga Springs Camp of Daughters of Utah Pioneers
The Saratoga Springs Camp of Daughters of Utah Pioneers welcome all ladies of Saratoga Springs to join with us and get acquainted. We meet the second Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m. at the LDS Stake Center on Saratoga Drive in the Young Women’s room. Come share your personal ancestral pioneer stories and celebrate our Utah heritage. For more information please call Alice Brown 801-341-8533 or Marlene Roth 801-913-5619.
Pioneer Crossing Open
Thanksgiving travelers were treated with the easy transitional two-lane highway connecting SR 72 and Pioneer Crossing. UDOT opened the much-anticipated corridor on the morning of Wednesday, November 26.
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“Community Helping Community” Christmas Drive Forty-one Eagle Mountain area families were successfully provided for with the help of an all online volunteer group started by a Facebook challenge request posted by Matt Visser. In addition, the American Fork Food Pantry, “Jesus Feeds”, was also assisted in acquiring food and much-needed help by volunteers who spread the word online. After providing the Thanksgiving meals, Visser suggested a new project, assisting Families with Children Christmas. He posted needs on the Community Helping Community Facebook page to the eager response of local individuals wanting to help those in need. Many individuals have come forward to help
Saratoga Springs firefighters invited fire departments from around the Wasatch Front to participate in fire training Fire crews set a temporary structure on fire multiple times so that firefighters could study fire behavior. Photo by Thomas Klingonsmith
Run for Fun
Local young woman, Malia Sellers, is trying to earn money to run in the National USA Junior Olympic Cross Country meet in South Carolina. This year Malia placed 4th in the USATF (Utah Association Championships meet) in Provo, UT. This is the third year she has qualified to run in both in the Cross Country 2.5mile and with track in the 1500 meter & 3000 meter with Rockwell High Track Team. Malia has also competed in Ragnar, and in benefit runs for The American Cancer Society and the Run for Boston. Her goal is to compete as one of the top high school athletes and to earn a scholarship towards college.
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The Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
For now her focus is on running in South Carolina and earning money for her travel and expenses. This is her first national meet. Malia is asking for help to get to South Carolina. You may contribute at http://www.gofundme. com/gyx4ps or by purchasing one of her handmade crafts. You can follow her progress on https://www.facebook.com/MaliaRunforFun
Turkey for a picture. Also spotted among the prizewinners were Zach Gunderson, his father, Matt, and friend, Christian Hopkins. Matt said last year Zach had run with his brother, but this year they decided to do a father-son. Traditions may come and go, but Eagle Mountain residents have made this tradition stick. The annual Turkey Trot is sure to be around for many more years to come.
By Danielle Palmer
While some may use the opportunity of being out of school and work on Thanksgiving morning to sleep in, others were up bright and early and out in the cold. A large crowd gathered at Pony Express Elementary school in Eagle Mountain Thanksgiving morning at 7:45 am. Many were bundled in hats and gloves, but some braved the cold wearing regular sportswear. I spotted one in a sleeveless wrestling uniform and wondered at the bravery. It was nippy! At 8 am sharp, the first runners took off down the trail to begin the city’s traditional Turkey Trot. With 450 pre-registered entrants, many more registered onsite bringing the grand total to 700 runners! Those participating were given the opportunity to win prizes at the end, including turkeys, hams, and gift certificates. Participation was free, and the runners took the trail along Pony Express Parkway, past Frontier Middles School and to the finish just across the street from City Hall.
with gift wrapping, organizing and other assignments. This year has truly shown to be a season of giving in our community thanks to the efforts of many. To help go to Community helping Community Facebook page.
Tom the Turkey wandered around amidst the runners at the finish line tables for picture opportunities and holiday spirit. Miss Eagle Mountain and her attendants were there to help hand out prizes to those with the top times, as well as refreshments and coupons for all participants. The overall winner claimed his prize with a 20.29 time, and stood proudly with Tom the
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SARATOGA SPRINGS POLICE BLOTTER By Matt Schauerhamer
Don’t Get Up. . . We’ll Let Ourselves In Officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress in the Hawks Landing area. The reporting person was concerned because a neighbor called saying someone was in his house and he was out of town. He told officers nobody was supposed to be in his house and he would like officers to go inside and arrest anyone in the home. Officers could smell a strong odor of marijuana emanating from one of the basement windows. They slid the window open and entered the basement. Five adults were in the basement of the home having a drug and alcohol party – one with a marijuana pipe still in his hand when contacted by police officers. Five people were arrested for drug and alcohol related charges. A stepchild of one of the homeowners that had been kicked out of the home over a year prior had unlawfully entered the house and thrown the party. It’s the Children Who Suffer Officers responded to a report of shoplifting at Walmart. They arrived on-scene and located the suspects. A male and female suspect took a five year-old child with them while they were shoplifting. They were in possession of over $500.00 worth of stolen movies. They admitted to stealing from the Saratoga Springs Walmart at least five times in the past. The five year-old child unfortunately was exposed to methamphetamine and cocaine drug paraphernalia that was in the vehicle they were driving. The two adults were arrested for warrants, retail theft, trespassing, possession of drug paraphernalia, and child endangerment. They were booked in Utah County Jail. Prescriptions and Alcohol Mix – That’s the Problem An officer observed a speeding vehicle and pulled it over. The driver had just ingested nine different types of prescription medications and smelled strongly of alcohol. Field sobriety tests were performed and the driver was arrested for DUI. He had a BAC of .134. His blood alcohol level alone was enough to
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make it extremely dangerous for him to be on the road. Considering he had a BAC of .134 combined with nine different types of prescription medication, it was lucky he didn’t kill someone when he was driving down the road. He was arrested for DUI and other alcohol-related offenses. That Got a Bit Tasey Crazy An officer arrived at a traffic accident at Pioneer Crossing and Redwood Road. When he arrived on-scene the suspect who caused the accident approached the officer yelling, “Where is that (colorful adjective) I hit? I’m going to kick his (derriere)!” The officer could smell alcohol and asked the suspect to perform field sobriety tests. During field sobriety testing, the suspect tried fleeing on foot back to his damaged vehicle. He threw a traffic cone at the pursuing officer and tried jumping in his vehicle. The officer wrestled him away from the vehicle and threw him away from it. He drew his Taser and the suspect yelled more colorful adjectives, telling officers to tase him. The officer deployed his Taser and it hit the suspect, but had little effect on him. The suspect stayed standing and assaultive even though he was being tased. He began fighting the arresting officers. The extremely inebriated suspect was tasered again during the ensuing struggle and it still had little to no effect. Unfortunately, Tasers aren’t always effective. Fortunately, officers were able to finally gain control the suspect through physical force and he was taken into custody. He was booked into Utah County Jail for his numerous charges. Another Traffic Accident – Another DUI
Officers responded to a traffic accident at approximately 450 West SR73 in Saratoga Springs. The suspect was in possession of drug paraphernalia and admitted to smoking methamphetamine. He had syringes used for injecting methamphetamine in the vehicle. He also had a can of Dust-Off, and numerous prescription pills. He tested positive for methamphetamine, THC (the metabolite of marijuana), and Benzodiazepines. Officers would like to encourage the public to call Dispatch if they observe a vehicle that may have an impaired driver operating it. Saratoga Springs has had numerous serious accidents this year involving impaired drivers. More Foul Party Fouls Officers responded to a report of a severely injured person in the Loch Lomond subdivision. They arrived and located a 19 year-old male who appeared so severely beaten that he was unable to talk or communicate in any way with officers. He had numerous lacerations to his face, a very bloody nose, and he was vomiting profusely in the street. A person he was with said they came from an alcohol party in the area. Officers located the party and the homeowners wouldn’t allow them inside. A search warrant was obtained for the residence. More underage drinkers were located inside the home. The homeowners, both adults, were charged with Contributing to the Delinquency of Minors. The underage drinkers were charged with Illegal Consumption of Alcohol. Officers were unable to locate the suspect who beat the 19 year-old male.
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An Adoption Story By Tania Young
How does one get to the point of wanting to adopt? How about adopting a sibling group? Now throw in that the sibling group lives on the other side of the world and speaks another language. Then top that off with them not even knowing that we want to adopt them?! Well, I don’t know how other families have come to that point in their life, but this is the beginning of our adoption story. My name is Tania. I am the oldest of eight children, and have always wanted a big family. Andy is the youngest of two, and loves me, and my many siblings. Andy is a high school teacher, and I have taken on a part-time position as a reservation crew member of a local airline. We have had fertility issues, although tests show that there is nothing wrong. We have two sons, ages fourteen and six. Perhaps sometimes, having fertility issues is God’s way of including orphans, and children that have had desperate lives, into homes of families that are hoping to include these children yearning for a loving home. Andy and I have talked of adopting in the past, but it was just a passing dialogue. We’ll get pregnant, we think. It’s happened before, it’ll happen again, but no. Then one day, out of the blue, I met some children. I recognized that they were speaking Russian, and with my broken Russian tried speaking to them. They lit up when they heard me trying to communicate with them. My heart
went out to them! Who were these children, and what were they doing in America, I thought. After, several calls and emails, I found out that these children were being hosted this summer by a family here in Utah Valley. They were from Latvia, and had come here through a wonderful organization based out of Georgia. This organization is an international hosting program for orphans called, “New Horizons For Children”. NHFC.org is the largest faith-based orphan-hosting organization in the USA. I researched the organization, and learned that thousands of orphans have been hosted through New Horizons For Children’s ministry. Their website NHFC.org declares that “being included as a member of a family and receiving unconditional love gives an orphan HOPE for a better future. Learning they do have a Father, the same Father in heaven who loves us all, gives an orphan the promise they are never alone.” I wholeheartedly agree with this statement! I was so impressed with the program, and the children, that I felt that my family and I had to meet with them! We spent only about six hours playing with them and getting to know them. That was enough for us to know that we wanted to welcome them into our family. The oldest sister is fifteen, the oldest brother is ten, the next in age is a brother who is eight, and the youngest sister is six. We know little of their background, but have fallen in love with these children, and look forward to learning more about
The Crossroads Journal them! At first we thought that we would begin by hosting them for Christmas, but then we realized that if the goal was to adopt them we should jump right into it. We did some research and chose an adoption agency, The Open Door Adoption Agency, Inc. They have had experience in Latvia since 1994, and have completed adoptions with New Horizons For Children since 2002. A few weeks ago we applied for the adoption. Just recently we have received a response that our application has been approved! In the country of Latvia it is required of the adoptive family to live with the children for 2 - 4 weeks. We will have to travel back and forth to Latvia three times. We will have to go to the orphan court in Latvia, and finally we will be able to bring the children home, once all the immigration, visas and adoption paperwork has been finalized. The whole process takes six to nine months after the dossier has been submitted. A lot of thought, prayer and research has gone into this, but we are just at the beginning of the adoption process. Before the children come we have also been advised to do all we can do to prepare ourselves and all the children through support groups, ESL programs, counseling, etc. It has only been since the end of July - a little more than four months since we have met the children. There are so many factors that go into adoption, especially international adoption. The adoptive representative determines when the best time to commu-
nicate that we want to adopt the children is. Which means that they don’t even know of all our hopes and efforts yet! But they will soon. We have had many people express their desire to help us, and many have. We’ve been given bunk beds, and mattresses. We’ve also collected clothes through a local clothing swap. We’ve taken out our 401 K. We have a long way to go. We have set up a GoFundMe campaign online GoFundMe. com/adopt4love. It will help us pay for the adoption agency fees, the home study, immigration, the airfare, the facilitator’s travel, the interpreter, the ground transportation, the meals, the apartment, the dossier translations, etc. What an exciting and wonderful adventure to add some of God’s children needing love to our family. When they come home to us, it will be the beginning of yet another chapter in our adoption story! If you are interested in helping host an orphan for next summer, or for next Christma, look into the New Horizons For Children program and go to NHFC.org. If your heart is open to adopt internationally, go to opendooradoption.org. If you would like to help promote, or contribute to THIS adoption, please go to GoFundMe.com/ adopt4love or http://www.youcaring.com/adoption-fundraiser/help-us-adopt-four-latvian-siblingorphans/271516.
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Citizens of Saratoga Springs and Eagle Mountain are working to keep the state prison from being relocated to their cities By Jan Memmott No Prison in Saratoga or Eagle Mountain Citizen’s Council
Neither of the two cities fit the criteria created by the Prison Relocation Commission (PRC). The cities are not only the fastest growing in Utah, but are near the top in the nation. They have potential to generate significant tax revenue for the state If they are allowed to develop without a prison to stunt their growth. The prison is leaving Draper because of Citizens are striving to be heard. Rep. Dave and 1.99% undecided, . Part of the PRC’s Lifferth conducted a survey about the prisresponsibilities is to find a site with broad encroachment issues. At the rate Saratoga community support. Not only are residents Springs and Eagle Mountain are currently on relocation. His results show more than growing (estimated 500+% and 430+% by 85% oppose the prison moved to their cities. unsupportive, many are actively opposing the prison coming to their cities. 2050, respectively) they will be as crowded http://davidlifferth.ning.com/ as Draper is now in just one generation. Concerned citizens have also petitioned to Mayor Christopher Pengra has addressed keep the prison away, and they have 2140 the issue in his blog. http://mayorsvoice. Erecting a facility for $500 million that com/. will be completely surrounded in just 30 signatures to date. http://www.ipetitions. years seems wasteful. Already, eight public com/petition/no-prison-in-saratoga-springs The Crossroads Journal is keeping residents They have also created a website: apprised of the situation with articles, and schools lie within two miles of the Saratoga Springs site. A new residential development, Noprisoninsaratoga.com or Noprisonineaan editorial from a concerned resident: Wildflower, is slated to be built in the same glemountain.com http://www.crossroadsjournal.net/letter-toand a facebook page, No Prison In Saratoga the-editor-no-prison-in-saratoga-springs/. open field as the prison. IHC has purchased The next Prison Relocation committee land about a mile away from the site to Springs. Our group’s survey https://www.surveymeeting is Wed., Dec. 3rd at 2pm at the build a hospital. Obviously, residents and Capitol, where an announcement of the leaders have plans for their cities’ growth monkey.com/results/SM-MKHJBH8V/ and property. A prison in the middle of it all shows 710 responses, with 94.75% against top potential sites is expected. Residents of the prison coming here, 3.26% in favor, Saratoga Springs and Eagle Mountain are is a poor fit.
Nov. 16 Eagle Mountain City Council Meeting By Danielle Palmer
Information announced November 16th at the City Council meeting: Eagle Mountain is developing a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and is currently looking for public input to identify desired routes and hazards in the attempt to create a shared vision for the future of bicycling and walking patterns in the city. You may provide input via a survey and mapping tool found in the News section on the city website. Public comment was made by Marianne Smith who approached the stand to express the need for reflectors on the medians and ask when their installation would be complete. She was also concerned about large rocks present on Lake Mountain Rd. Councilmember Burnham informed the council that the Rodeo Committee voted to move the rodeo date back to Memorial Day, and that they have tentatively scheduled a demolition derby and motocross race. The consent agenda was approved unanimously and a public hearing was held to consider an ordinance amending the Development Code regarding outdoor lighting. First presented on May 6, the dark
sky ordinance concept has now been drafted to address outdoor lighting standards to preserve the nighttime skies and support nighttime training at Camp Williams. During public hearing, Marianne Smith said the rodeo grounds needed to be better controlled. Duff Astin said he worked for the Sandy City Police Department and said correct color is important with police work and low-pressure sodium lights have terrible color rendition. As the median age in the city reaches the average perpetrator age of 15-25 years old, the city will experience more crime. He cautioned to be careful with appropriate lighting especially at gas stations and parking lots. CM Bradley moved to approve the ordinance, amending the Code and vote passed unanimously excluding CM Ireland who was not present. CM Westmoreland commented on his difficulty with the subject, as he felt it’s dangerous when government deals so closely with people’s lives and technology. He was comforted in how ordinances can be adjusted as necessary, and appreciated Mr. Astin’s comments. The intent of the ordinance is to maintain the mountain feel without compromising safety.
Another public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone portions of the Gateway Park Project to industrial, commercial, and commercial storage zones, as well as motions for a preliminary plat and master site plan for Gateway Park. CM Ireland then joined the meeting telephonically. After discussion, CM Burnham and Westmoreland’s motions to approve all passed unanimously. An ordinance for Eagle Mountain City culinary water impact fee enactment was passed unanimously. A resolution of EM City authorizing the issuance and sale of not more than $11,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014 and related matters was also adopted by unanimous vote. An ordinance amending the Municipal Code for municipal energy sales and use tax was passed 4:1, CM Ireland voting no. Also approved was the Hidden Hollow Phase A preliminary plat and Hidden Hollow Phase with the condition that the .5 acre open space be made part of lot 16 with conditions outlined. A purchase agreement with Young Automotive Fleet Sales for a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Sewer Truck was moved
SS City Council Notes, November 18, 2014 By Jennifer Klingonsmith
The City Council meeting was called to order at 7 p.m with Mayor Jim Miller and city councilmembers Shellie Baertsch, Rebecca Call, Stephen Wilden, and Bud Poduska in attendance. Michael McOmber was absent. Public Comment Several residents attended the meeting to ask that the City Council make additional playing fields a priority in the city. The president of one of Utah’s competitive soccer leagues, Serf, stated that Saratoga Springs had very few fields upon which competitive soccer leagues could practice and play. Soccer parents stood and echoed similar concerns, stating that perhaps open spaces should be condensed into larger areas with enough room for both adults and children to play. Resident Sue Alexander stood and suggested that maybe the future Fox Hollow Park might be better suited for a large sports complex rather than a performance park, as previously discussed. She noted that the city had already been asked for additional playing fields by lacrosse, rugby and baseball organizations. She stated the need was urgent so that parents and players did not have to leave the city to attend every practice and game. Resident Chris Porter expressed concern about an item on that night’s consent calendar (Item I.), which is the creation of free speech zones, and restrictions and penalties for unlawful protests. Porter thought it odd that such an ordinance be placed in the consent calendar (typically a place for more mundane action items). He encouraged City Council to delay the ordinance so more public comment could be made and thought many aspects of the ordinance created an overreach by city government. Mayor Miller stated that the item had been pulled shortly before the meeting and would be brought back at a later time. A Harvest Hills resident stood and asked that City Council members consider carefully the proposed rezone of 800 acres west of Harvest Hills. She felt that the planned community zone the developer was proposing would give him too much latitude with
the density of the residential project. She also disagreed with his proposal to take the potential density of homes that could have been built on land set aside for the future Mountain View Corridor, and spread it to other areas of the project, thus making the area more dense than the current R-3 zoning. She stated that it was the developer’s responsibility to get fair-market value out of the land reserved for the MVC. The consent calendar was unanimously approved. Policy Items Preliminary Plat and Development Agreement for Beacon Point located at approximately 4300 South Redwood Road, Paul Watson, applicant. City staff reported that this development would sit just south of Lake Mountain Estates. It was zoned R-4 and was required to have 15 percent open space. Councilwoman Rebecca Call asked the applicant if he would consider adding some exercise equipment along the planned trail. She noted how popular a similar trail was in the Saratoga Hills subdivision. Councilman Bud Poduska expressed approval for the project and complimented the applicant on his drainage plan (as over 600 acres of open hillside drain into the project). Beacon Point was unanimously approved. Concept Plan for Lakeside Plat 25, 26, and 27 located between 2600 South Shorewood Drive to 2800 South Redwood Road, Woodside Homes, applicant. City staff reported that this development had 7,000 square-foot minimums on lots, according to a previous master development agreement. Baertsch thanked the applicant for helping to connect the city’s lakeside trail system. She disagreed with the five-foot side yards. She stated that although the city has agreed to such narrow side yards before, it was only because of special circumstances. She encouraged the applicant to have 8/20 side yards instead (meaning that one house could sit eight feet from a side property line, but the adjacent home would have to be 12 feet from the property line).
Call also appreciated the trail connectivity. No action was taken, as it was only a concept plan. Plat Amendment for Fox Hollow Neighborhood 2, located between Willow Creek Drive and Red Pine Drive, Flagship Homes, applicant. City staff reported that the applicant wanted to build 199 small homes in Neighborhood 2. Originally, a previous applicant had planned to build 250 townhome units. Amenities for the project would include a tot lot, sports court and pavilion. City staff recommended some conditions to the project, including no front yard fences, HOA enforced off-street parking, garage door openers on all units, and front and side yard landscaping provided by the builder. Baertsch expressed concern that the development would feel crowded with the proposed narrow side yards and setbacks. She also asked that the builder provide a small backyard patio for those homes without a private yard. Call felt that the project was bound to have parking problems but acknowledged that it was hard to work within the parameters of existing infrastructure. She appreciated the lower density offered by the applicant. The applicant assured the council members that he would work to have a strong HOA in place to enforce off-street parking. Poduska encouraged the applicant to break up the monotony of the home elevations within the eight-home pods. The applicant stated that it was important to have the correct expectations of the project. He said he would alter the color palettes of the homes and offer a few plans. He added that there is only so much you can do with a home that is 32 feet across, and 20 feet of that is garage. The plat amendment was unanimously approved. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan and Amended Master Development Agreement for Riverbend Townhomes, located at 900 North Redwood Road, Knowlton General/Aric Jensen, applicant. City staff reported that the applicant was
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planning to attend, despite the difficulty of leaving work and arranging for childcare this time of the day. Those who cannot attend have written to the individual members of the PRC to voice their opposition. We invite members of the press to cover the PRC meeting and look for us there. We hope to be able to have our voices heard in this process. Please feel free to contact our city officials, or members of the community at Noprisoninsaratoga.com and No Prison in Saratoga Springs facebook page.
to approve in the amount of $45,082.07 to replace vehicle #31, which will be sold. Vote passed 4:1, with CM Ryan Ireland voting no. The meeting adjourned at 8:51 pm.
requesting to build 62 townhome units, as the last phase of the Riverbend Townhome project. He had originally proposed 81 units, then reduced that to 58 units last June. However, some land originally thought to be in a flood plain was no longer judged so, so four more units were now being requested. Staff reported that the density averaged 7.5 units per acre, well below the 14 units allowed with the applicant’s density rights. Staff also noted that current Riverbend residents had complained to the planning commission that parking was inadequate. But staff disagreed, saying the applicant planned more parking stalls than required by city code. The applicant was willing to widen some driveways to allow for additional parking. The preliminary plat, site plan, and amended master development agreement were approved, with Baertsch opposing. Public Hearing: General Plan Amendment and Rezone for Riverbend Medical located at 41 East 1140 North, West of Redwood Road, Blaine Hales, applicant. City staff reported that the land was currently zoned mixed-use. The applicant requested that it be rezoned to neighborhood commercial. Staff noted that the building had more modern architecture and suggested that the back of the building have additional architectural details added to it. One public comment was made by a nearby resident. She noted that a cement wall was leaning slightly that sat between some townhomes and the planned medical center. She worried that as construction crews worked to grade the lot, that the wall might be disturbed. She asked for assurance that if the wall was damaged or tipped over, that the applicant would correct the problem. The applicant agreed and said that large machinery would not be used near the wall to prevent further shifting. The rezone request was unanimously approved. Public Hearing: Revisions to the City of Saratoga Springs Land Development Code (Section 19.04, Neighborhood Commercial Setbacks). The revisions were unanimously approved.
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Business Spotlight: China Express By Matthew Gary Milam
If you’ve ever dined in the Ranches area of Eagle Mountain, then you are already familiar with the quaint little restaurant called China Express. The current proprietor of China Express began operations in Eagle Mountain in 2011. Owner, Jenny Yue, runs the restaurant with her son, Kevin Yue.
What’s for Dinner? By Jennifer Klingonsmith
Holiday Herb Dressing This holiday recipe comes from my husband’s grandmother. The dressing is extremely flavorful and moist. And the unique addition of sausage will have your family coming back for more. 12 cups dry bread cubes 1/3 cup celery, chopped 1/3 cup onions, chopped 1 ½ t. salt 1 t. sage 1 t. thyme 1 t. rosemary 6 T. butter, divided 1 cup chicken broth 1 ½ lbs. sage-flavored sausage, browned and drained In a small saucepan, sauté celery and onions in 2 T. butter. In large bowl toss bread cubes, celery, onions, seasonings, remaining butter (melted), and sausage. Mix together. Add chicken broth and stir to coat.
Jenny Yue purchased the restaurant from her friend who was already operating under the name of China Express. This is not, however, Jenny Yue’s first venture into the restaurant business. She has owned many Chinese restaurants throughout Utah. Chances are if you can name a Chinese restaurant in northern Utah, Jenny Yue has once owned and operated it. Yue has bought and sold many Chopped, cooked giblets from a turkey can also be added at this time, if desired. Put dressing in a greased 9x13 pan and cover with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Dressing can also be stuffed inside a turkey. Serves 10-12. Source: Iris Smith
What’s for Breakfast? By Jennifer Klingonsmith
Baked Banana French Toast This stuffed French toast recipe has been one of my family’s favorites for years. Perfect for holiday mornings because you make it the night before! 3 ripe medium bananas, sliced ¼-inch thick 1 T. lemon juice 16 ½-inch-thick slices French bread, untrimmed 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 3 beaten eggs
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Chinese restaurants, making them successful, and then selling them. China Express serves a full menu of Szechuan and Cantonese dishes. Its chef, Chao Wu, prepares the delicious dishes (this CJ writer is a little biased and loves the food at China Express). Chau Wu has been a chef for 20 years and hails from New York where he was a chef and a Chinese-food instruc tor. All of China Express’s dishes are made to order. They use fresh produce, all white meat for their chicken dishes, and make their sauces from scratch. Jenny Yue initially got into the Chinese food business twenty years ago, according to co-operator and son, Kevin Yue, because produce prices were, at the time, very low. Kevin Yue also explained that China Express has gotten very good reviews on Google, and that their desire is for China Express to be known and enjoyed by residents of the local area. For those holding events in the area, China Express offers take-out of large-portion dishes to feed many mouths hungry for great Chinese food. China Express offers take-out and delivery service for the local area (call restaurant for details). For those looking for a night out on the town, China Express has a modestly-sized, but very attractive dining room. Aside from delicious main dishes, China
Express serves a wide selection of soups. With the cold weather and snow season starting in, what could be more enjoyable than to eat a large, hot, steaming bowl of Wonton soup in the comfort of this cozy little Chinese restaurant in the Ranches? Jenny Yue was born in China, has operated restaurants in Denver, Colorado, and has lived in Utah for several years. She currently resides in Lehi with her husband who is not actively involved with the restaurant. Special offer for orders over $30 recieve an order of Pot Stickers Free.
1 cup milk 3 T. honey ¾ t. vanilla 1/3 t. cinnamon ¼ cup sliced almonds 1 t. sugar Maple syrup (optional) In a bowl, gently toss bananas in lemon juice. Arrange half the bread slices in the bottom of a greased 9x13 dish. Top bread with a layer of bananas, chocolate chips, and remaining bread slices. In a medium bowl, combine eggs, milk, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour slowly over bread to coat evenly. Cover and chill for 6 to 24 hours. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Uncover the baking dish.
Sprinkle bread with almonds and sugar. Bake for 5 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Bake 20 to 25 minutes more or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean and top of French toast is lightly browned. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve with maple syrup, if desired. Makes 6-8 servings. Source: Better Homes and Gardens
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Westlake Sports Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Schedule Schedule 2014-2015 2014-2015
Rockwell Happenings By Sterling Parker- Assistant Basketball Coach
The basketball season has started at Rockwell with games on November 21, with both girls and boys games on the road. This week is Homecoming Week and all games will be played on the hardware at Rockwell. Coach Ma, head coach of the boys team and Coach Gifford of the girls, say their teams may lack height and experience, but they show real hustle and winning attitudes. Their goals are to reach state tournament in late February.
You can go to rockwellhigh net to get the game schedule. The Girls Drill team start competition at Utah Valley University this Saturday December 6th. Thirty to thirty-five high school drill teams from all over the state will compete at this event. Under the direction of Candice Spivey and Maddie Beck, the team has set the goal to improve each performance. The main goal is to make it to the State competition in early February. Good luck teams!
Congratulations to the following Rockwell Students for earning a 4.0
7th graders: Sarah Batchelor, Alyssa Goldthorpe, Katie Hull, Cassandra Nelson, and Brieann Searle 8th graders: Kaila Gonzales, Jordan Gulledge, Kylee Hancock, Samantha Lofgren, Toby McMurray, Eryn O’Neill, Lindsey Plouzek, and Malia Sellers Freshmen: Isaac Barrett, Alexa Camargo, Destiny Dipo, Damien Garner, Sarina Johnson, Dillan King, Megan Nelson, Nate Nicholson, Ben Sherman, and Kaitlin Thompson Sophomores: Ashlee DeBruin, Aubrey Lane, Yoon Lee, and Holly Southern Juniors: Matt Ackerman, Taylor Freestone, Karen Martinez, and Michelle Villasenor Seniors: Thomas Bluemel, Lexie Orr, Sierra Nelson, and Andrea Pogliano
11/25/14 vs. Tooele 12/3/14 vs. Hillcrest 12/5/14 @ Brighton 12/10/14 @ West Jordan 12/12/14 vs. Granger 12/16/14 vs. Stansbury 12/18/14 @ Springville (Endowment Game, Varsity Only 7pm) 12/27 – 12/31 Riverton/Juan Diego Holiday Tournament 1/6/15 @ Pleasant Grove 1/9/15 vs. Riverton 1/13/15 vs Lone Peak 1/16/15 @ Herriman 1/20/15 @ Lehi 1/27/15 @ American Fork 1/30/15 vs. Pleasant Grove 2/3/15 @ Riverton 2/6/15 @ Lone Peak 2/10/15 vs. Herriman 2/13/15 vs. Lehi 2/19/15 vs. American Fork 2/23-2/28 5a State Tournament @ Weber State University
November 25 @ Davis Soph–3:30/ JV–7:00/Varsity–5:15 December 2 vs. Alta December 4-6 @ Desert Hills Tournament December 9 @ Copper Hills December 10 @ Summit Academy (Endowment Game) December 12 vs. Cyprus December 16 vs. Granger December 18 vs. Taylorsville January 7 vs Pleasant Grove January 9 @ Riverton January 13 @ Lone Peak January 14 vs Lehi January 16 vs. Herriman January 21 vs. American Fork January 27 vs. Riverton January 28 @ Pleasant Grove January 30 vs Lone Peak February 6 @ Lehi February 10 @ Herriman February 12 @ American Fork February 25, 27, 28 and March 1–5A State Tournament @ Salt Lake Community College
Please Help Miss Eagle Mountain Alyssa Diaz I have a collection box set up in the lobby at the city office building! The minimum goal is 1000 pairs of shoes before the Miss Utah Pageant in June but lets not stop there! If everyone on this page donates ONE pair of old shoes we will double my goal! Let’s make a difference in someones life! Shoes in ANY condition will be accepted, unwearable shoes will be recycled for other materials needed by these communities. So when you clean out your closets don’t throw away those old shoes! Thank you all for your help and support
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 By Danielle’ Dimond
After ending the last Hunger Games Katniss is flown off to the mysterious District 13 (because District 12 has been destroyed) where she meets President Coin and sees the years of war preparation that has been taking place there. All that District 13 needs to start the rebellion now is a universal symbol of rebellion which is, of course, the Mockingjay, who is, as we know, Katniss. But can Katniss agree to be the Mockingjay while Peeta remains in the Capitol? This ‘Part one’ of the third installment of the Hunger Games trilogy (I’ll ignore my issues with these ‘Part One’ movie shenanigans if you will) is mostly prep-work for an action packed Part Two when it comes out NEXT YEAR. We get a little action and suspense, but mostly this film is about building the story-line for a grand finale. I missed Peeta as he’s quite absent for most of the flick, but the arrival of some new characters helped ease the disappointment. If you’re invested in all the characters and have read the books you’ll enjoy this one. If you weren’t a huge fan of the other two movies then you might as well see something else because this movie won’t change your mind. That’s what this one boils down to, fans of the series will like the story building, and haters…well, they’re gonna hate. Rated PG-13 by Hollywood Rated PG-15 by the This Mom (for violence)
Website Brings Together Genealogy and Technology
Familysearch.org has merged efforts with several websites including Ancestry.com and Family Tree. With the combination of resources and tools for the cooperating sites finding names and records is easier than ever. Genealogy is a great way to learn more about your family history and stories worldwide. Many links and videos are available to help beginners. These sites also provide great ideas on how to incorporate family pedigree charts for gifts. To learn more about what is new on Familysearch.org/blog/en/familysearch-new-features
The Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to host the first annual North Utah County Business Summit was held at the Larry Miller Megaplex at Thanksgiving Point, Lehi on Tuesday November 18. We were treated to hear from Utah Jazz CEO Greg Miller, former Google COO John Richards, and Attorney for Employers Council Debra Turner. We would like to thank all of our sponsors who helped make the summit a success. For more information go to:lehiareachamber.com.
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Enjoy Life for What it Is December 2014 It’s that time of year when the food comes out and all diets are off. I love to sit at the Thanksgiving and Christmas table, eat till I’m way past full, and remember all of the good things that have happened during the year. It’s also the time when we snuggle up by the fireplace with a warm blanket and think about all of our blessings. Of course, when I think about my blessings, my family comes first. What would I do without them? They watch out for this old boy like parents hovering over a newborn. I also think about our Veterans who have fought and died for our freedoms. I think of a nation that every country in the world would like to be. I’m even grateful for the pains that I have. I’ve decided that if it doesn’t hurt when I wake up in the morning, it probably doesn’t work. Finally, I’m grateful for our heritage. I attended the dedication of the John Austin cabin on Saturday, November 15. This cabin, located next to the Hutchings Museum, was restored by the Sons of Utah Pioneers with the help of fundraising by the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. They put a lot of work and effort into this great project. I express my gratitude to all of them. I encourage anyone who would like to be a part of such a wonderful service group to join these great organizations. It’s a real eye opener to see how the pioneers lived. Pioneers took the time to eat together, play together, and work hard together. Today, moms and dads need to make a living or need a moment of silence, so we worry about what toy or game will keep our kids quiet. Heaven knows this is understandable at times, but toys don’t make good memories. “If life is about things, things aren’t people. We need to be grateful for what we have, thoughtful of others, serve more, complain less, take time to enjoy those we love and enjoy life for what it is.” Have a great holiday season! Mayor Bert Wilson
LEHI LEGACY CENTER SLIM TO WIN 2015
Lehi’s weight loss contest. The Slim to Win contest is a weightloss contest designed to improve the overall health of the participating contestant. The Slim to Win contest will last for six months beginning in January and continuing until the final weigh-in and body composition test the week of June 22, 2015. A six-month membership commitment is required to enter the contest. The Slim to Win contest will include nutritional information along with one weekly team workout with 'their' personal trainer and a team colored shirt.
Prizes will be awarded to the top 'loser' of both weight/body composition percentage. Rules and introduction of each team's personal trainer will be announced on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 8 am. The first Saturday of each month during the contest, there will be informational meeting at 8am.
Registration and Applications accepted between November 17 – December 19
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What ...................Weight Loss Contest Where .................Lehi Legacy Center When ..................Start Date January 3, 2015 – 1st weigh-in the week of January 5, 2015. End Date last weigh-in the week of June 22, 2015. Finale: June 30, 2015 at 7pm Who ..................Anyone with a BMI greater than 30 and 50lbs over weight. Fee ......................$250 and a commitment to a 6 month membership @ the Legacy Center. Includes ..............Weekly workouts w/ trainer and monthly weigh-ins. team shirts and a prize given to top “Loser” in weight and body fat %. Pick up applications at the front desk or download at www.lehi-ut.gov
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Lehi Legacy Center 123 N Center St. 801-768-7124
Start Date January 3, 2015 – 1st weigh-in the week of January 5, 2015 End Date last weigh-in the week of June 22, 2015 Finale: June 30, 2015 at 7pm
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Registration and Applications accepted between Nov. 17 – Dec. 19 by 6pm Register in person at the Registration office @ the Lehi Legacy Center.
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How far back do I need to keep my financial records? By Kory Farrer
Buried deep in your garage, behind that picture frame you are going to restore someday, and underneath the box of old sprinkler parts you’ll never use, is a box of paid bills and copies of old tax returns. You’d like to get rid of the box to make room for that worn out snow sled you haven’t used for 2 years, but are not quite sure if you might receive a letter requesting information the day after you throw the box out. So, how long should you keep old papers? Some say 7 years, and some say forever. Different items should be kept for different periods of time depending on what information it contains. I know people that keep old records for nostalgia sake, and anything I say won’t change their mind. For others, let me attempt to help clear the air (and some room in your garage) with some explanation as to when you can dispose of old financial records. The fear of a tax audit seems to be the first and foremost reason to keep old records. The IRS has a statute of limitations of 3 years from the filing date for normal tax reporting audits. If you filed on time, your 2011 tax return and accompanying records can be liberated April 15th, 2015. However, as with all tax law, there are exceptions. If you filed a fraudulent (beyond legitimate “mistakes”) tax return, then there is no statute of limitations. Likewise, if you did not file a return (and it may be you were not required to file), and IRS determines later that you should have filed, they may require a return beyond 3 years. These cases are rare, and most issues will be brought up within the 3 years. Another exception to the 3-year-rule is if there is an item on the return that establishes a future basis that may be needed as backup on a future return. For example: If you elect a 1031 like-kind exchange, you should keep that return that establishes the new basis until you finally sell the asset. If you lose a copy of your return, you can request a copy from the IRS (even if you e-file). Professional return preparers are required to keep 3 years of
copies for their clients, though they may not have the supporting documentation. I scan copies of the documentation my clients bring with them to their appointment for their records, and keep a backup copy indefinitely. If you have a scanner, an electronic copy of records is acceptable to the IRS. Bills and statements that are not tax-related don’t need to be kept. If there are no tax-related items on your MasterCard statement, you can discard the statement as soon as the next one arrives. I highly recommend disposing of these records using a shredder. Papers containing names, addresses, social security numbers, bank or charge account numbers, or other personal information can be dangerous if they fall into the wrong hands. Kory Farrer, EA – Owner of Farrer and Associates, LLC. Saratoga Springs, UT Tax Preparation, Payroll, and Business Consulting www.farrerandassociates.com
Better Late Than…Early Budgeting Tips Worth More than You Paid for Them By Danielle’ Dimond
Christmas spirit is in the air and everyone is decking the halls with Christmas décor. Are you? Whether it’s the first year you’ve felt that holiday pull to trim your house with festivity or it’s been years since you’ve updated your décor, you may be itching to take a trip to your favorite craft store or decorating hub to spruce up your mantle. STOP!! Nothing speaks over-priced merchandise than holiday inventory during the month of that given holiday! When it comes to holiday décor, it’s better to buy late than early. It takes self-control and patience to execute this budgeting tip. Believe me, I know. Halloween 2013 I was determined to wait until November 1st to buy any new Halloween items. I chewed my nails. I tapped my feet. It was a trying time for me. But when I stepped into that first store on November 1st and saw those discount prices, I nearly wept with joy. I felt slightly silly bringing my items home only to put them into storage unopened, but the following year as I dug into my new Halloween stash it was like…Christmas morning! I did the same thing during the month of December with the same results. If you can stand the waiting, it’s best to wait until right after a holiday to purchase that holiday’s décor! Those discount prices are truly worth waiting for!
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NA HULA KULA O’NOELANI Come feel the Aloha spirit while learning modern and traditional styles of Hula dancing, music and culture. Classes are 1x week and ages 3-99 are welcome to come. Contact Noelani at 801-824-1769 MATH TUTOR (5th grade - Pre-Calculus) - 7 years junior high math teacher in Alpine School District- Eagle Mountain resident- Prices very depending on session duration. Contact Shelly Way 801-830-8704 21mathways@gmail.com
DANI’S DANCING FINGERS teaches piano to all ages 5+ for only $8 per lesson, younger classes available. Eagle Mountain City Center. Please call 801-789-2606 or like me
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Pet Boarding 24 hour care, Indoor/Outdoor training Individualized attention. For more information call Katie at 801-828-5805
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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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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Fun, Two-Time Golden Glove Boxing Trainer, 10 Yrs. experience, holding a go at your own pace “GET FIT NOT HIT” boxing program for all shapes and sizes. First Class Free. Call Briggs to Register. 801-8821538.@ Devoted Group Fitness, 1950 N. Hillcrest Dr, Saratoga Springs, 84045.
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Shelly Way tutors ALL levels Elementary math to Pre-Calculus& College Algebra 7 years junior high math teacher Eagle Mountain resident FREE first session!! Contact Shelly 801-830-8704 21mathways@gmail.com 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
PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS!
Perfect for any age. Beginner to Advanced. 25 years playing experience, teaching for 14. Have fun learningtheory, technique and duet/quartets. First lesson free. Call Andrea 801-687-1468
Dental Cleaning Patients Needed To help build her career and strengthen her skills, Hartley Lojik, a student dental hygienist at Fortis Dental Hygienist School , will be offering a low-cost cancer screening, full-mouth x-rays (including a panoramic film), a full-mouth cleaning, a re-mineralization treatment (fluoride) and a doctor’s exam. The doctor will then tell you if you need any work done and will give you a full treatment plan that you may take to your regular dentist or we can refer you to a dentist. The first appointment will be $22.00 for ages 13 and up and $12.00 for 13 and younger, with the following appointment being only $12.00 (this covers the cost of supplies.) This will take two appointments to be completed. Sealants will be $5.00 per tooth, up to $20.00, then no charge. You may purchase a copy of your x-rays to take to your dentist for $10.00 or they can be transmitted digitally for free. If you have any other questions, you can call/text (801) 747-9071. Fortis Dental Hygienist School is located at 3949 South 700 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. Or go to: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4dadaf2da2fe3-dental
Three Willows Counseling & Equine Experience Where horses and professional staff work together to help you through the hard things. Individuals, couples, families. Sliding fee scale. 801-766-8133 or 3wllws@gma.com
Venture Scouting at Rockwell
BSA Venturing Program is forming at Rockwell. This is a co-ed program for ages 14-21. This program is for all youth of Eagle Mountain and surrounding areas. It is a High Adventure program without the typical advancement, focusing on leadership instead. It should be a lot of fun for our youth. Please contact Bob Hill at robert.hill13.mil@mail.mil.
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RAD Women’s classes will start on January 22, 2015 and will be held every Thursday
evening for five weeks thereafter. This is a self-defense/empowerment class for women ages 13 and up. If you have a teen that would like to take this class, I highly encourage mom to take it with her. There is some adult content being discussed. I’ve had a lot of interest in this class so it will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. If interested, please email ahill@emcity.org.
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December 5 - December 19, 2014
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