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MR. OPENSHAW! By Charlotte Ducos
American Fork Celebrates
First Phase of Cemetery Expansion By Linda Petersen
American Fork is in the process of expanding its cemetery. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the first phase of the project at 11 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 at the cemetery at 600 North Center Street. The expansion will add 3,500 spaces to the cemetery and marks the end of a 10-year moratorium on lot sales except for immediate deaths, according to Public Relations Director Audra Sorenson. The expansion will mean the takeover of former Philly/pony baseball fields which will be moved to Art Dye Park. “That land was earmarked to be cemetery land for a long time,” Sorenson said. An architectural firm has been hired to design a transition plan from the old cemetery to the new cemetery. Once complete, the cemetery will be renamed the Seasons Cemetery and will have areas representing the four stages of life. “Right now, we’re working on the children’s garden,” Sorenson said. A water feature is also planned.
“We hope it will be a gathering place, a lovely place to come and sit and think about those people who have passed on,” Sorenson added. Along with the Memorial Day ribbon-cutting, there will be a program to honor female veterans. It will include music, a speaker and a performance by the American Fork High School Jazz Band. City officials are anticipating a late-fall groundbreaking on the project. Some of the funding for it has come from a private foundation. “When this project is completed, it will be a wonderful addition to the city,” City Councilmember Brad Frost said. The American Fork Fire Department will host its annual Memorial Day Breakfast Monday, May 25, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the American Fork Fire Department, 96 N. Center St. The price is adults $6, children $4. Attendees can enjoy a full breakfast, see the fire engines, ride the crash car, visit with Smokey the Bear and watch the Air Care helicopter land.
Pony Express Days Approaches By Danielle Palmer
With the newly budded trees and longer daylight hours comes Eagle Mountain City’s annual summer kickoff, Pony Express Days celebration. This year’s festivities will occur June 2-6, and will include softball, basketball, and dodgeball tournaments, Family Fun Night, and Cupcake Charity 5K Run. If you have a local business, you can get more awareness by sponsoring events. If not, you can support local businesses with your participation in the fun. Look at the events calendar on emcity. org/ped for more detailed information on each event. It all begins Tuesday June 2 with the softball tournament at 5:30 p.m. at Cory B Wride Memorial Park. The Scavenger Hunt and Geocache Treasure Hunt also start this day and will continue through Saturday when prizes will be given out at the Eagle Mountain City information booth. The softball tournament will continue Wednesday evening at the same time and place. Wednesday, June 3, is also Family Fun Night from 4 to 8 pm at Nolan Park. This tradition has usually consisted of fun games. contests, prizes, and bounce houses for families to enjoy. At 6pm there will be the Mayor’s Pancake Din-
ner sponsored by Kneaders Bakery and Café. The anxiously awaited carnival will begin Thursday, June 4, with is annual “Dollar Days” opening at Nolan Park. The carnival will then continue from noon to 10pm Friday and Saturday. Vendor booths will be available 4-8 pm from the 4th to 6th as well. The dodgeball tournament for 10-17 yr olds will be at 3:30 pm Thursday at Rockwell Charter High School. For 18 and older the tournament will be Friday, June 5, at 5 pm. Also on Friday, the Baby Contest Finals and Boutique will be 10am to noon in the Council Chambers at City Hall. If you want to enter the contest, photos and registration forms must be submitted to the City Events department by May 18. The last day of the events will hold the annual 5k Cupcake Charity Run at 7:30 am. The parade will start at 10 am. Unity Pass will be the starting point and Smith Ranch R. will be the finishing point. A basketball tournament will also be held at Rockwell Charter High School at 8 am. Lastly, at dusk from Cory B. Wride Memorial Park, a Lantis Fireworks Show will be displayed for all to enjoy. Don’t miss it!
The Westlake High School Band Program, under the direction of Mr. Brek Mangelson, as well as the Westlake Band Booster Association, wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to Principal Fred Openshaw for his generous support of our program, as well as for the Performing Arts at Westlake High School. Mr. Openshaw has been an instrumental part of our success, providing much needed funding, access to facilities, and equipment. We feel so very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with an administrator who has shared our vision of what our program can become. We wish him all the best in his upcoming retirement and thank him for all he has done to help us lay the foundation for a program that is
constantly striving to live up to the Westlake ideal of Light and Excellence. Thank You Mr. Openshaw!
Prison Relocation Committee will be in attendance for upcoming meeting By Erika Douglas
The coming weeks should prove decisive one way or another for the very heated decision surrounding the prison relocation. Residents of Cedar Valley and those that seek to learn more have the opportunity to attend a meeting on their home turf, where it has recently been reported, actual members of the Prison Relocation Committee (PRC) will attend. June 2nd 2015, at Frontier Middle School, 1427 Mid Valley Rd, Eagle Mountain, from 4-9pm there will be an informational question and answer event. Exhibits will be open from 4-9pm and a question and answer period from 7-9 pm. Previously, this was to only be an educational outreach from the PRC with exhibits and some consultants to answer questions. Communities were told that there would be no one there to take concerns, just answer questions. That changed this week when PRC members announced they would be attending the planned community events. All residents are encouraged to attend no matter which side of the fence they fall on, but especially if they are still sitting on the fence. Not only will this help to educate residents, but it will also show the PRC that we
Splash Days By Kimberly Bennett
Summer is just around the corner! School will be out, the days will be long, and you and the family might be looking for something to do to fill that time. Fortunately, the City of Saratoga Springs is ready to back you up with its Splash Days events. From June 8th to June 13th, there will be daily events that can be enjoyed by the entire family. Splash Days kicks off on Monday with the Third Annual Family Sidewalk Chalk contest. Artists are encouraged to come and register for the competition for free. There will be chalk available for purchase, but participants are welcome to bring their own as they join in the first day of summer fun. The theme for this year’s Splash Days is “Who’s Your Hero?” Several of the events will revolve around this theme, including the “Every Hero Has a Story” event, presented by the library on June 9th, the family “Super Hero” Fun Run on June 10th, and the Family Movie Night in the Park on June 11th, where they
are an involved community. Colby Curtis, one of the creators of the No Prison in Eagle Mountain/Fairfield group states, “Cedar Valley residents’ voices matter and in order to make sure the message is heard, it is absolutely essential they come to this meeting to let the PRC know they will not be allowed to place the prison in our area.” In a recent blog post, Mayor Pengra of Eagle Mountain stated, “Our concerns can not be ‘educated away.’ Education about the design of a prison facility that looks more like a college campus than a prison, does not address the doubling of traffic on local roads, or the significant burden of maintaining additional infrastructure without the facility paying property taxes.” Mayor Pro-temp of Fairfield, Peter Lawrence, “urges all residents to attend this meeting and if you have other plans, attend one of the meetings scheduled for the other communities. If we could pack that auditorium it would be super!” Show your support for your community and educate yourself.
will be screening Big Hero 6. The showing will take place after a picnic in the park. These are only a few of the events scheduled to take place. A non-competitive talent show, a splash bash water fight, and a scavenger hunt are also on the agenda. The majority of the events are free, though some, like the Family Fun Run and the baby contest, require a small registration fee. The Splash Days event will wrap up on June 13th, with a parade, followed by a family carnival that will include food trucks, rides, and live entertainment. The events are sponsored by local businesses who contribute to make events like these possible. So be prepared to come on down to the Saratoga Springs Splash Days for some great community support, even better family time, and a whole lot of fun. Summer is almost here, let’s enjoy it! For more information about event times, locations, and registration, you can visit the Saratoga Springs City website, and find Splash Days under “events”.
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Upcoming Events:
The Pony Express Special Events Committee is holding the 2015 Pony Express Rodeo on May 22, 23, and 25. The committee will also be holding a demolition derby on the last night of Pony Express Days, June 6. Tickets for both events are available on their website at ponyexpressspecialevents.com. The Pony Express Days event schedule and information will be posted on the city website at eaglemountaincity.com/PED by the end of this week. Enjoy fun traditions like the carnival, parade, 5K and family fun night, as well as new events like a dodgeball tournament and pancake dinner. Vendors, talent stage performers, and volunteers are wanted. Contact the Events Department for more information. The city offices and library will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The library will also be closed on Saturday, May 23. Prison Relocation Open House – The Utah Prison Relocation Commission will host an open house/Q&A session on Tuesday, June 2 from 4:00-9:00 p.m. at Frontier Middle School. From 4:00-9:00 p.m., attendees can browse informational displays and talk with staff members from the PRC, the Utah Department of Corrections, the Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice, and the PRC’s consulting team. From 7:00-9:00 p.m. there will be a moderated Q&A session.
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Jack and Jill Lanes
A Legacy of Family Fun By Kimberly Bennett
When you walk into Jack and Jill Lanes in American Fork, you’d have a hard time believing that the bowling alley first opened over half a century ago. The booths and lanes are all clean and modern. This place offers stateof-the-art monitors and a slick dining area. (Owner Jack Wadley recommends the pizza, fresh cut french fries and homemade burgers!) It’s a place rich with family memories and history. Just ask Jack Wadley. He’s been part of the bowling business for the last 57 years. For his achievements, Jack was inducted into the Utah Bowling Hall of Fame, and the National Hall of Fame in St. Louis back in 2001. If you want to see a bit about the history of
bowling, check out the photographs of women bowling in Victorian era dresses and children setting pins. There’s also a glass display case with bowling balls through the decades, including one of pressed wood. But Wadley keeps looking to the future. In a world where old alleys are closing all the time, he understands that keeping a bowling alley opens means upkeep, a job Wadley takes seriously. And to that end, he hasn’t just kept his business, he’s expanded it and made it a family affair. Jack’s son, Wyatt Wadley, takes care of facility maintenance. While Jack spends most of his time in American Fork, another son, Sam Wadley, manages Jack and Jill of Lehi,
which opened in 2010. Lehi Jack and Jill Lanes has additional options for fun and entertainment in the laser tag, large game room and a private bowling room with large screen TV’s for movie and video viewing for fun and entertainment while bowling. Both facilities host several different tournaments, and supports adult, mixed, junior, and senior leagues. It’s a great place to have some good, clean fun. Wadley suggests that everyone come out and bowl for “camaraderie, companionship, and just meeting with people.” For that reason, it’s a great place for families, and for those just interested in learning a new skill. Summer and Family passes are on sale now, including laser tag packages in Lehi. For a place that offers history, new experiences, and sportsmanship, check out this historical/modern bowling alley this summer, and bring the whole family. And, as Wadley says, “Love what you do, and do what you love.” For more information, you can visit jackandjilllanes.com.
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UDOT Projects on Redwood By Matthew Gary Milam
If you were among the group of vehicles that were stuck in construction traffic on Redwood Road near Camp Williams recently, you probably now cringe at the sight of orange-clad road construction workers, orange road cones, and traffic barriers in the distance. Although road construction projects can be, at the very least, a temporary inconvenience, and at the very worst, a relative nightmare when you’re stuck for long periods of time urgently needing to be somewhere else; the good news is that eventually these projects finally get finished, and the improvements that had for so long been under construction can now become a benefit rather than a hindrance. And are these projects worth the ongoing inconveniences they cause? Well, that’s a hard one to judge, but most likely they are. Generally, in relatively colder climes like Northern Utah, the traditionally warmer months are used for road improvements. But the opening months of 2015 began differently than others in recent years. (Shall we call it “The Winter That Almost Wasn’t?”). Construction crews have been able to get a giant jump on spring
projects because of the less-than-wintery-like “winter months” that usually delay construction because of the snowfall that usually hits Northern Utah during January, February, and March. In any case, there are road projects currently underway in our neck of the woods, and some on the horizon. Most of us have experienced the long-time project at Bangerter and Redwood Road that started so long ago, one can hardly remember when, exactly, that was. UDOT reported that the Bangerter Bridge was scheduled to open Sunday, May 17th. This project is being handled by Wadsworth Bros.Construction, at a cost of around $40 million, and when it’s finally finished, will prove to be quite a benefit for all those who heavily frequent these two major thoroughfares. The Pony Express Extension Project, according to UDOT, will soon be finished. The final microsurfacing of the extension was scheduled to begin on Monday, May 11th. The Pony Express Widening Project, according to Scott Henrickson of UDOT, will involve adding a center lane from 800 West to Redwood Road,
a traffic signal being added at 200 West that will improve traffic flow, and a couple of trail constructions. The current trail will be extended from Westlake High School to Porter’s Crossing. A new trail will be constructed from 200 West to Redwood Road. The Pioneer Crossing construction will be done, according to Henrickson, “on the piece built last fall, from Redwood to the connection.” So, what caused that extremely long delay on Redwood Road where some of you were unfortunate to end up recently? Utah population growth experts have a general, long-term answer to that question. The communities of Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi (near the Point of the Mountain), Bluffdale, Draper, and Herriman are being referred to as Utah’s “epicenter of growth,” according to Shawn Seager, Director of Planning at Mountainland. “They are currently experiencing tremendous population hikes.” And this population growth will cause more and more traffic problems and require more and more road construction fixes. Carlos Braceras, Executive Director for UDOT, says, “Over the next 35 years, we expect Utah’s population to come close to doubling, so these transportation projects are critical for today, and also for the future, to make sure we have that mobility.”
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Last Night of Pony Express Days Set for Demolition—Derby By Matthew Gary Milam For some, demolition derbies are just something they have heard of but have never actually seen. The closest some of us “old schoolers” have come to seeing a demolition derby is the one on the double episode of Happy Days where The Fonz takes on all challengers in a fictional Milwaukee derby. Yet for others, who have been in all the right places at all the right times, demolition derbies are a yearly event to look forward to. The good news is that no matter which real, fake, or none-at-all experience you have had with demolition derbies, you now have the opportunity to attend a real one in Eagle Mountain during the 2015 Pony Express Days celebration. Pony Express Days offer a lot of fun, beginning with the Pony Express Rodeo. This year, Pony Express Days will be capped off with the Demolition Derby, on the last day, Saturday, June 6th. For those interested, there will four categories of competition: the main class of cars, trucks,
truck grudge, and a youth category. Prize money will range from $5,000 for 1st place of the main category, all the way down to $200 for the 3rd Place of the youth category. If you plan to attend, be ready to deal with a whole lot of crashing and smashing, ear-piercing noises, the “agony of defeat,” and for a few lucky drivers, the “thrill of victory”—and probably some great hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, and soda while you witness it all…at least we hope so! Rules for the event, as well as an entry application, can be found at ponyexpressevents.com. One notable change to the rules this year is that “transmission protectors” will be allowed (see rules). For those entering, keep in mind that officials will test all cars thoroughly and if there is a problem, it will need to be fixed or you will be disqualified, and your entry fee will not be refunded—bummer! So contestants, make sure you understand the rules and follow them. You won’t want to miss out! For the rest of us, we won’t want to miss out on watching y’all smash into each other, either!
Sleep: It Does a Body Good By Kimberly Bennett
In today’s world of fast-paced industry, faster entertainment, and energy drinks, we should be able to survive on four hour of sleep per night, no problem. Most of us know this isn’t really a good idea, but the prevalence of artificial lighting and high energy snacks makes us feel invincible. “I laugh in the face of sleep, for I am mighty. Bring me more empty carbs!” That attitude may last you a little while, but eventually it does catch up with you. When it does, we start to feel the consequences of not getting enough shut eye. But there is one consequence that you may not link to lack of sleep: the dreaded weight gain. This can be caused partially because we do things to stay awake, like sucking down caffeine and empty carbs that give us a short burst of energy. These foods are high in sugar and fat and lead to those unwanted pounds. But it’s not just seeking energy that leads to unhealthy eating and slower metabolism. Some studies indicate that when you don’t get enough sleep, the two hormones that regulate eating are thrown out of sync. Ghrelin, which tells you that you’re hungry increases; leptin, which tells you when you’re full, decreases. This means that in the quest to satiate your
In recent months I have received quite a few calls from clients that have received apparent phone calls from the IRS demanding immediate payment for an outstanding balance due, or they will be arrested. The IRS scares many of us and scam artists and identity thieves are known to use that fear to their advantage to obtain information. They will use logos or other official looking documents to pose as IRS agents and intimidate you to steal from you. Always remember that the IRS will never use e-mail or the telephone to contact you for the first time. All initial correspondence will come by mail. If it is an actual audit, an agent will be assigned to your case. You may then receive a phone contact after the agent has established his legitimacy, but most correspondence is written – either letter or fax. Audits usually happen over a few weeks for a final determination to be assessed. A quick tip-off of an IRS scam is when the posing agent is more interested in getting your personal information than what the issue/ penalty is. If the suggested form of payment is a credit card or bank account number, this would be a definite warning sign. The IRS
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Sugar and Spice with a Punch— Erica Grover of Eagle Mountain
By Matthew Gary Milam Little boys have always been told that “you can’t hit a girl,” from the moment they enter kindergarten. But apparently nobody ever told Erica Grover that she couldn’t hit a girl. Erica Grover, age 34, fights in the heavyweight division and is a professional Women’s MMA fighter. She stands at 5 feet, 8 inches and packs a punch. She had her very first fight in March of this year—and won! She gets paid to compete in a cage with other women where the rules permit her to “knee, elbow, and even slap.” Erica won her first fight by TKO, in 2 minutes and 32 seconds. This is a good thing, because Erica is a busy mother of three who volunteers at her children’s school and is involved at her local church. Erica is a stayat-home mom who is very involved with her children, helping them with crafts and teaching them to chase after their dreams. Ella, Mailee and Jonas are enthusiastic about their mother’s fighting, but when she’s not training or competing, she’s just an ordinary mom. Grover lives in Eagle Mountain and trains out of a Utah gym where she is the only wom-
an on the professional fight team. She says that she “kind of feels like the mom (there) too.” Grover loves being a mom, but she also loves to fight. She says, regarding her cage fights, “It’s the biggest adrenaline rush ever!” Grover’s first fight was featured on Vapor-Mania.com and billed as SteelFist Fight Night XXXII where her fight was featured on the main card. The MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) for men has been steadily growing in popularity for the past several years. The Women’s MMA (formerly, WMMA) popularity is also on the rise. Erica Grover won her first fight and it wouldn’t be surprising to find her name growing in popularity right along with Women’s MMA.
hunger, you eat more than is necessary, which will mess with your metabolism and, again, lead to weight gain. Ghrelin and leptin aren’t the only hormones affected by too little sleep. Not enough sleep puts your body under stress, which increases cortisol. This hormone tells your body to conserve energy, making it more difficult to burn calories. And if you go long enough without enough sleep, your body begins to have difficulty processing insulin, the hormone that turns food into energy. Most people need between seven to nine hours of sleep for a healthy lifestyle. And while getting a good eight hours isn’t a replacement for diet and exercise, it may help prevent unwanted weight gain and make weight loss easier. Being well rested will also help you make better decisions, like saying no to that second extra greasy cheese burger, which means you’ll not only be a little more svelte, you’ll also be healthier. And though you may not technically be invincible, you’ll feel a little bit closer to it as you proudly say, “I laugh in the face of sleep deprivation, for I am mighty! Bring me my pillow!”
already has your bank information and could levy it, if payment had to be made immediately – but never without a warning. Even if the request was legitimate, the IRS will always first explain why there was an assessment and allow for response time. Payment amounts would be calculated to some future date to allow for rebuttal. Many times the IRS will erroneously request a payment for misapplied payments and a quick phone call can clear up the issue. An IRS scam is easy to detect for a tax professional. If the IRS request is legitimate, and you don’t completely understand why there is an amount due, call a professional immediately. Many times when there is an assessment, the IRS will calculate the amount due without any allowable deductions or credits. Chances are, if you tell them you are going to consult your tax professional, the IRS scam artist will mysteriously get disconnected. Forward any suspiciously fraudulent IRS e-mails to phishing@irs.gov. Kory Farrer, EA – Owner of Farrer and Associates, LLC Saratoga Springs, UT.
A Look at the New App—“Darkroom” By Matthew Gary Milam
One of the new and exciting apps out there, available on the Apple App Store, is called “Darkroom.” Darkroom is a photo-editing application that was developed to be as powerful and versatile as a desktop photo editor. One website describes Darkroom as “like having the best of Adobe “Lightroom” on your iPhone.” Darkroom was created by some former Apple and Facebook employees and gives you all the benefits of Lightroom “without all the hassle.” Adobe Lightroom (for PC, Android or IOS) requires that you pay for a Creative Cloud subscription in order to use it. The Darkroom app gives you many of the high quality features found on desktop versions such as curve adjustments (where you can adjust points throughout an image’s tonal range), an infinite editing history, and the ability to make your own filters. This works in that after you get an image just the way you want it, you can then save your settings as a filter to use again at your convenience. The image you create works as a preview of the filter along with the name you give it. Different than the cut-and-paste filters made on Instagram and
VSCO (an IOS app), for example, Darkroom gives you more control so that you can create images that have the exact look you want. According to Darkroom engineers, Majd Taby and Matt Brown, with the app filter tools “we’ve turned static filters to jumping off points for editing.” Taby goes on to say, “For the first time, you can capture the perfect tone, and you can create your own filters. The editing tools we offer are carefully chosen and powerful. Everything about Darkroom is designed to be fast and get out of your way.” Another great thing about Darkroom is that there is no need to import photos from your camera roll. The second you open the app, your entire library of photos is available. Creators of Darkroom, Taby and Brown, claim that Darkroom will be even more powerful once the next premium feature launches. This will be a tool that lets users adjust the hue, saturation, and luminance of individual colors in an image. “Eventually”, say Taby and Brown, “[we] hope to have a m arketplace set up in the app where people can share and sell their own custom filters.”
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EM May 5 City Council Meeting By Matthew Gary Milam
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The meeting began with a presentation from UDOT regarding the Pony Express Extension Project (watch for separate article). Next, Eric Elliott was introduced as recently appointed to the Utah Lake Commission. The commission will be hosting tours for 4th grade classes at Utah Lake State Park. It was announced that the Utah Lake Festival will be held on June 6th. It was discussed that during the last few years, the carp removal program has been successful, with 60% of the carp removed. Invasive phragmites weed removal is being done to allow native species to grow. The lake’s water level is low this year, which is to be expected after the dry winter. Mr. Elliott requested feedback from the council on management of the lake. One of the current projects is to complete the trail system around the lake, which will link into other waterway trails. The commission would like to have Eagle Mountain’s trails linked. Councilmember Steinkopf asked about connecting Eagle Mountain to the Lakeshore Trail to Saratoga Springs. Mr. Elliott said that a trail to Redwood Road is very close to the trail in Saratoga Springs. Councilmember Bradley asked about the bridge that’s been proposed across Utah Lake. Mr. Elliott said that it will probably be built in the future, but there’s not enough residential development yet to make the project economically feasible. Mayor Pengra said he had a conversation with Shawn
Seager, a planner at MAG, about the Utah Lake Crossing bridge. The bridge is part of the long-term vision plan, which means that there are no specific plans for it. It’s expected to be a toll road, which won’t be feasible. The Planning Department reviewed the city’s parks and open space requirements. They came up with the following goals for parks: creative, unique, destination parks; better improvements and amenities (not just the bare minimum or the basics); more quality and less quantity; parks improved earlier in the process; parks designed as a key feature in developments, not just the unbuildable or left-over pieces; encouragement of larger parks, combined with other projects; and simplification of the process for developers. To achieve those goals, the Planning Department proposes a simpler process for calculating park requirements. Several months ago, the Utah County Health Department spoke to the Planning Department about their concerns regarding the number of septic systems in use in Eagle Mountain, mostly north and south of Cory Wride Highway. The Health Department is concerned about potential oversaturation that could eventually lead to groundwater pollution and bedrock that could lead to sewage to surface. The Municipal Code allows septic systems on lots as small as half an acre and on lots over 300 feet from the nearest sewer
line. The Planning Department proposed code amendments of which Health Department is in full support. Ikani Taumoepeau stated that a Land and Water Fund Grant Application is essentially approved, but that an environmental assessment needs to be completed and the National Park Service needs to give its approval before the work can start. Mr. Jerome stated that the city’s utility sale left it without a way to manage the streetlights. Repair, replacement and power will have to be paid. The council has approved a maintenance agreement with Black and McDonald. The streetlight fee would pay for that agreement with a small fund margin to cover cost increases. Mayor Pengra said one of the most frequent complaints he gets from residents is dissatisfaction with streetlights. The fund margin will quickly be used up by bringing streetlights up to acceptable standards. Public comments included those made by Carla Flores and Kristy Barnes, regarding one-acre lots being allowed on Lake Mountain Road; Wendy Lojik, who thanked the city for its support of the Miss Eagle Mountain Pageant; and Colby Curtis, who thanked the mayor and council for being fiscally responsible and stated that he felt that it’s time to spend some of the $50,000 allocated to fighting the prison relocation. Councilmember Burnham asked for volunteers to act as advisors to the Youth City Council. The last Youth City Council meeting
had no attendance except for her and councilmember Ireland. She says that the program desperately needs someone to lead it. Councilmember Bradley appreciated how cordial and inviting Mayor Pengra is in encouraging residents to speak at the meetings. He encouraged everyone to participate in the budget process, even if it’s only one question. Councilmember Westmoreland said the mayor and staff have done a remarkable job in fighting the prison being relocated to Eagle Mountain and says, however, the fight isn’t over. Mayor Pengra echoed what has been said on the prison relocation issue. It’s very important that everyone possible attends the meeting on June 2. Sparse attendance will give a message that the residents do not oppose having the prison in Eagle Mountain. He urged residents to invite their neighbors and ask their neighbors to invite others. An ordinance was passed to update the city’s municipal code, which included in a large amount, changes and additions to items having to do with septic systems. Eagle Mountain City is proposing to submit an application for a Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant that is sub-granted to local governments for specific outdoor recreation projects. The grant is administered by the National Park Service and funded by fees paid by companies drilling for oil and gas offshore. Federal approval is required before the city receives the funds.
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SS City Council Notes May 5, 2015 By Jennifer Klingonsmith
The City Council meeting began at 6:30 pm. Those present included Mayor Jim Miller, Michael McOmber, Shellie Baertsch, Bud Poduska, Rebecca Call, Stephen Wilden, and city staff. Public Comment A few residents living on or near Centennial Boulevard expressed concern about a cement wall being constructed along the road as part of a new subdivision. Asher Cameron noted that this wall did not conform to a motion made in a past city council meeting, where council members asked that any fence be semi-private, as to preserve the view corridors through the area. Cameron also noted that he had gathered 194 signatures from neighbors who felt as he did, that the cement wall should come down. Councilwoman Rebecca Call introduced the newly hired director of the Utah Lake Commission, Eric Ellis. She reported that previous to this position, he had worked for Lt. Governor Greg Bell, as well as for the Department of Natural Resources. Councilman Michael McOmber asked Ellis if he would be able to help the city control the phragmides weed that was growing in some of the city’s waterways. Ellis said he would be happy to train city employees on the chemicals needed to control the invasive species. Call also reported that the Utah Lake Commission had been successful in removing over 18 million pounds of carp from Utah Lake. Removing the carp allows native species to once again flourish in Utah Lake. Discussion of Wildflower Development’s Community Plan. City staff reported that part of Wildflower’s open space requirement would be met by a seven-acre retention basin adjacent to the future Mountain View Corridor (MVC) that would be turned into a park. The retention basin is required as part of the MVC’s construction. The developer is selling the land to UDOT for freeway construction. Staff went on to say that UDOT will not purchase any land burdened by future obligation to anyone (referring to the retention basin’s future requirement to be turned into a park). So the developer was asking for a change in the master development agreement. Staff worried, however, that if the stipula-
tion was removed, public access and future improvements would no longer be guaranteed in writing; even if such improvements and protections were intended by the developer. The developer stated that he hoped to avoid the long process of a major amendment needing to be added to the MDA, as that would slow his project down. But city council members insisted that future improvement obligations remain tied to the land. City Manager Mark Christensen offered a compromise stating that he would insure that public access and improvements would be written into a minor amendment to the MDA, thus allowing the developer to move forward with his purchase agreement with UDOT. The City Council agreed to Christensen’s recommendations. The developer also reported that he had been meeting with the Alpine School District, and that it had expressed interest in possibly acquiring land in Wildflower for a future high school and junior high. Discussion regarding a 400 West Road Agreement with Ken Evans and IHC. Resident Ken Evans stated that he would like to develop a part of his property into a subdivision. He was working with IHC to procure a right-of-way for access to his property. The right-of-way would connect Aspen Hills Boulevard and Intermountain Drive. Councilwoman Shellie Baertsch said this road was needed to help keep the future traffic to Shay Park off neighborhood streets. Evans was hoping the city would help build the road. He stated that family members wanted the road constructed in the next three years. Policy Session Departmental Update from Finance Department The city accountant reported that the city’s revenue was up, particularly in the area of building permits and fees. Spending was down, well below the 75th percentile, even though the city is three-quarters through the fiscal year. Public Hearing: Consideration and Possible Adoption of Budget Amendment for Fiscal year 2014-2015. The accountant went on to report that the budget amendment was necessary because of a grant awarded to the library for $5,825. The
money needed to be spent by the end of the fiscal year. The amendment was approved unanimously. Consideration and Possible Adoption of the Tentative Budget for Fiscal year 2015-2016. Councilwoman Rebecca Call asked questions about several items in the budget. She recommended that the budget reflect the idea that the city’s desktop computers be replaced every three years, not on the basis of technological cycles. Call also pointed out a new concept the city was trying, in setting aside $10,000 to start a tree sapling farm. City management reasoned that if they grow trees needed for future city parks from the time they are young, they might better adapt to the city’s growing conditions. She suggested that $5,500 for volunteer and sponsorship recognition seemed like a lot. And she also thought the fees charged by a payroll service for electronic deposit into employee accounts was too high.
When Councilwoman Baertsch reviewed the budget, she indicated to staff that there were some items to be reviewed later that were counter to the City Council’s philosophies. The tentative budget was unanimously approved. Consent Calendar The consent calendar was unanimously approved with changes. Joint City Council and Planning Commission Training Session The remainder of the City Council session became a training session for City Council members and planning commission members. It was taught by Brent Bateman, a State Property Rights Ombudsman. Bateman instructed the council and the commission on a wide variety of topics surrounding land use laws. Topics that were covered include administrative versus legislative decisions, public clamor versus evidence, avoiding the pitfalls of vague language within city code, and public trails.
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Friends and Family Support Family and friends have come together to help two local couples with costs associated with infertility and adoption. A community yard sale will be held June 6th in Saratoga Springs and a festival will be held August 8th in Lehi. Taylor and Jessica Langford, of Eagle Mountain, have been trying to start a family for four years. “We were first diagnosed with infertility, caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, after trying unsuccessfully to start a family for 18 months. Never did we think we would still be childless 2 years later”. When reflecting on their experiences, the couple stated, “Our journey has been nothing short of a physical and emotional roller coaster ride. We have seen an outpouring of love and support from our family and friends that has allowed us to continue in our journey. We sincerely feel this is our path to parenthood. We are determined to continue our fight against infertility”.
Steve and Allyson Hooper’s journey to parenthood has also been difficult. They were diagnosed with infertility in 2005 and after several failed treatments, decided to pursue adoption. That process blessed them with three beautiful children who are the light and joy of their lives. Allyson said, “Every moment with our children is one we treasure because the gift of parenthood is one that came only because of the selfless sacrifice of their birth parents. Adoption is a beautiful miracle and one to celebrate”. The yard sale will be located in Harvest Hills in Saratoga Springs and the festival will be at Bandwagon Park in Lehi. They are accepting donations for the yard sale and looking for vendors and volunteers for the festival. We look forward to your attendance at these exciting events. For more information contact Allyson 801717-7182 or Cherokee 801-835-1475 or email steveandallyson@gmail.com.
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ULTIMATE DANCE WINS BIG AT STATEWIDE COMPETITIONS Ultimate Dance located in Saratoga Springs attended six dance competitions this spring from Logan to Saint George. With 16 competition teams, from beginning to advanced levels, Ultimate Dance won big, including multiple Overall High Point Awards. Ultimate Dance opened its doors in 2003 in Saratoga Springs. “Quite a few of these girls on my advanced teams began with me when I started the studio 12 years ago,” explains Misty Anderson, owner and director of Ultimate Dance, referring to her Ultimate Company (Brecca Bastian, Kyra Geertsen, Shanny Jensen, Dylainy Hansen, Kaycee Chamberlain, Kennedy Ericksen). Ultimate Company competes in the Advanced Level, (which is the highest technical level), winning Overall Awards at every competition attended the last 2 years. With 16 competition teams and over 50 Solos and Duos, Ultimate Dance swept many of the awards at the different competitions this spring. Some of which included, Best Choreography, Director of the Year, Best Technique, Overall High Point and Overall
Best Studio Awards in the novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Every competition team and soloist had the high honor of placing 1st place at some point during the competition season. Many of the soloist and teams went unbeaten at every competition attended, with several winning Overall High Point Awards and Judge’s Choice. These competitions were well represented by some of the top studios in the state. “It’s satisfying to see my students progress and excel in dance. In fact many of them go on to make high school and college dance teams”, explains Misty. Ultimate Dance is located on Redwood Road, just north of Towne Storage. 1657 N Guardian, Saratoga Springs, Utah. Ph # is 801-766-2286. www.ultimatedanceetc.webs. com or check them out on Facebook at Ultimate Dance Etc. Competition Tryouts for the 2015-2016 season will be held on August 11th and 12th. Summer Technique Dance classes are available. Call Misty for more information on summer classes. 801-718-6900.
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New Changes for Cub Scout Program By Erika Douglas
Scouting is a big deal in Cedar Valley. In Cedar Fort, Eagle Mountain, Fairfield, and Saratoga Springs there are currently 6,646 registered Cub Scouts. They will all be affected by changes happening in June to the Cub Scout program. While the changes may seem big to current leaders and scouts, scouting is a program that has changed a lot throughout its history to try to meet the changing needs of the boys it serves. For example, the Character Connections portion of scouting has only been around since 2001, and became a requirement for rank advancement in 2003. Parents and leaders concerned about changes can be reassured to know that this is an ongoing process that scouting has to assess the needs of the boys. The current change was based off a 2-year study that found “(1) The Cub Scouting program was not as strongly aligned with the mission of the Boy Scouts of America—character, citizenship development, and personal fitness—as other segments of the program are, (2) Cub Scouts and den leaders found the program to be more sedentary than was desirable, (3) Over time, a variety of additional awards and recognitions had been developed for use in Cub Scouting. Not all of the awards were aligned with achieving the mission and aims of the BSA,” according to Assistant Council Commissioner of Cub
Scouts of the Utah National Parks Council, Annaleis Smith. The new program simplifies things by using the same method for rank advancements, regardless of the status as a Tiger, Wolf, Bear, or Webelos. No more learning a new system for each rank! There will be immediate recognition for accomplishing achievements, for all ranks. There will no longer be a Cub Scout Oath and Law and a Boy Scout Oath and Law, but just a Scout Oath and Law that will be used all throughout scouting. Character Connections also abides by the Scout core values and instead of being overtly taught, will be woven throughout the program. With all these changes new books have been published for both boys and leaders and are currently available in the Scout store. Cub scouts get to keep their salute, handshake and motto. They will still be focused on working with their families and dens to get their ranks. They still get to learn new skills and develop leadership qualities while having a fun time! For more information on the changes, here are some helpful websites provided by the local Council: http://blog.utahscouts.org/cub-scouting/newcub-scout-program/ http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/programupdates.aspx http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts.aspx
Mountain Trails Fun Run By Danielle Palmer
Mountain Trails threw a fundraising event Fun Run on May 8 and were impressed by the success in spite of the windy weather. Registrants numbered around 225 people. Teachers and school staff only put on the Fun Run so funds could go straight to the school. The school successfully gathered donations from various sources to support the event. Baskets of goodies donated by teachers and parents were auctioned off in a silent auction to families. The silent auction alone raised about $700 for the school. Prizes like candy, swimming toys, and games were also given out to the youngest runner, oldest runner, and biggest family. Each kid who participated
placed their running number in a basket to be drawn out for prizes as well. Food, donated by Ridley’s, Costco, and Walmart, was also available for purchase at a small price. The school plans to hold this event every year adding to it to make it bigger and better and more fun. School secretary Debbie Cullimore said she thought the event will become the schools main fundraiser. “It will bring the community out to get to know each other more than the annual cookie dough sale has.” She stated. It certainly gets the community involved by bringing everyone together in an enjoyable way. If you weren’t able to attend this year’s fun, look forward to next year’s event.
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Sport at Rockwell By Sterling Parker
The boys’ baseball season came to an end with 6-5 loss to Wasatch Academy, but Coach Beck was still so proud of his team. He stated, “That one should of been ours.” Having been the first time fielding a team, the Rockwell Marshals played hard and will be at it again next year. Good job, Darren Beck, for your hard work and starting a new tradition for Rockwell. The girls’ softball season has now come to a close. This was their second year of competition for the UHSAA. The big surprise on campus was the track team. The size of the track team doubled in size this year, making their coach proud. Congrats to Scott Smith who qualified in State for the 100 meter and 200 meter sprints. Kobee Smith qualified in the 1600 meter and 3200
meter. Both the boys & girls relay teams also made it to State. The drill team has chosen 16 girls to represent Rockwell for the 2015-2016 drill season. These young women are at school each morning from 6am - 8am for their practices. Coach Liz Barker is excited for their upcoming season. Open Gym has now started for girls volleyball. The boys basketball team will also have a couple days of open gym. It should be an excellent year for sports at Rockwell next year. Good luck Marshals! Have a great summer and we will see you August 17th! Edited
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Drama in Elementary School By Erika Douglas
In our community elementary schools are getting in on all the drama and putting on fabulous productions ranging from classics like Peter Pan to Disney favorites such as Aladdin. Without a dedicated, full drama/music department, schools have to get very creative in their approaches to produce a quality program for their students and audiences. Each school runs their program a little differently, but most have a few things in common. Directors are volunteers, whether they are staff or PTA, each volunteers their time. Hundreds of hours are needed for each play, many starting a year in advance. Not only is a director, but often groups of volunteers are needed, including assistant directors, choreographers, costumers, music, sets, publicity, and crowd control. At most schools the show could not go on without this “small army,” as Director Terri Smart of Riverview Elementary terms them. Most schools start funding their first year with grants from PTA or local businesses, then work through fundraising efforts of volunteers to keep their productions paying for themselves. A few schools still have a small PTA/FSO budget to help. Pony Express Elementary has one of the longest running and successful programs. This year was their 8th production. They have gathered a huge collection of costumes over the years, but even better than that they, “…see lives change every year. We see our students gain confidence, find a place to belong and be-
come good leaders,” states Cindi Arnold, Pony Express’ director. Although each production requires dedication and hard work, each school differs in their approach to rehearsals. Some schools require every actor to be at every practice and have a very strict attendance policy, while others work on specific scenes each week and require only those actors to attend. Some schools use Saturdays for additional practice, and some practice every day of the week. Each director has to find the fit for their style and their school’s needs. Some schools require parents to volunteer a minimum number of hours, while others have found that to be unnecessary. Anyone is welcome to help these budding thespians and their directors. Pony Express has received calls from professional set designers, costumers and graphic designers in the past. This year a father created a 24-ft. dragon for their production. If you have ever wondered what you could do to help out at your local school this could be your answer. Terri Smart, PTA play director at Riverview says, “Because it is volunteer it helps create an amazing experience. No one is a professional, and everyone does their best! It is fun to have kids, parents, PTA, and our school invested in a positive Arts Education program for our students. Last year we had over 150 kids participate!”
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Places to Boulder in Utah Hueco Bouldering Difficulty Scale, and ranges from VO-V14, going from easiest to most difficult. A plus or minus is sometimes included in order to show in between grades. Here are some suggestions for beginners and experts alike:
By Michael D Young
Many who live in Utah know about its incredible landscape and National Parks like Bryce, Zion, and Arches that are good for thrill seekers and nature-lovers alike. One form of outdoor recreation gaining popularity in Utah is known as “bouldering”. This is a form of rock climbing that is performed without using harnesses or ropes as safety gear. This differs from rappelling, in which a person goes down a steep rock face with the use of anchored ropes. This is not to say that bouldering enthusiasts do not take any safety precautions. Many use special climbing shoes, put chalk on their hands for better grip, or even use special mats to help reduce injury from falls. A bouldering course is known as a “problem”. These are usually shorter climbs of no more than about 20 feet. There are many sites in Utah that offer many “problems” for boulderers to conquer. The difficulty scale by which problems are rated is known as the
Moe’s Valley in St. George: a sandstone course with 47 problems Big Bend Bouldering Area in Moab: a course with 73 problems Joe’s Valley: a course with 368 problems American Fork Canyon: an expert course with 36 problems Little Cottonwood Canyon: a course with 159 problems Zion National Park: a course with 13 problems If you are into rock climbing and are looking for a new experience, bouldering may just be the right problem to solve.
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Family 5K Fun Run Saturday, May 30, 2015 9:00am Families, students, employees and community members are invited to run/walk along the Murdock Canal. The cost is $5.00 ($10.00 with T-shirt).
It’s a Good Life By Sterling Parker
It could have been a scene from “The Wizard of Oz.” It was absolutely unbelievable to see the trees bending and vinyl fence pieces flying. There was a horrendous dust storm, with trampolines being picked up and flying 300 to 500 yards, finally landing in Neptune Park. The next moment, looking out the window, I saw my wife, Sandy’s greenhouse, that she had saved for and worked so hard installing, flying across the yard and my good neighbors, Marcia, Jenica and Devin, were chasing it trying to save it! Marcia even tried stepping in front of it, to keep it from blowing away. These wonderful people were putting their lives in harms way, trying to save that greenhouse. I looked over at my daughter, Kim, who was sitting on the remaining portion trying to keep it from blowing away. Unfortunately all that sacrifice was for naught. The greenhouse blew away and landed on my neighbor’s brand new car! There was also damage to parts of
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their yard. What really hurt was that it was my neighbor’s first brand new car. Murphy’s Law? As the wind continued, good ol’ Devin helping all the other neighbors chase or retrieve their personal items. What a great guy! In the weeks that have passed, Devin has been seen repairing mishaps in many neighborhood yards. He surely helped me out, by fixing our neighbor’s yard where our greenhouse had done some damage. He is one awesome young man, always looking out for his neighbors and helping them with their chores. His beautiful wife is so patient as Devin sometimes forgets what she wants him to do as he runs to help someone else. I have a good life with great neighbors like Devin and Jenica Squire to help me and others, make our lives a bit easier. Everyone should have neighbors as good as mine!
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High School Suicides By Michael D Young
During the last few years, there have been an unusual number of suicides among the students of Lone Peak High School and in the Alpine School District in general. There have been incidents where a student has committed suicide and several peers attempt to do so in the same week. As a result, a support group called Lone Peak Community 4 Hope was formed, to help prevent future suicides. This group also seeks to educate the community and especially the parents of teenagers about what resources are available to them, and what appropriate steps might be for helping at at-risk teenager. The community is part of a larger state-
wide initiative called Hope 4 Utah, which also provide support for those seeking to prevent suicides. Their website is http://hope4utah.com. According to their website, in 2010, a study found that Utah ranks 10th out of the 50 states for number of suicides with 15.6 per 100,000. The best way to get involved in the group is through their Facebook page, where the moderator sends out helpful information to those who request it. You can find it by visiting: https:// www.facebook.com/LonePeakCommunity4Hope If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can always called the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-274-TALK.
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