Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, and Cedar Valley
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Neighborhood impact and phasing schedule prove to be hurdles for SS school bus lot Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
Currently, each bus taking Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs children to and from school must travel back and forth from an Alpine School District bus lot in American Fork. Taxpayers must pay for the fuel and driving time of bus drivers. The commute also puts additional miles on buses, increasing their need for routine maintenance. In order to curtail costs, Alpine School District (ASD) has proposed construction of a second bus lot in Saratoga Springs. The proposed location is 12 acres on the corner of 400 North and Thunder Boulevard. ASD already owns the property adjacent to Westlake High School and sees it as a strategic location for bussing. Some residents, planning commission members and city council members have expressed concern about the location being close to residential areas and high school practice fields. Traffic congestion was also an issue, as was the originally proposed chain link fence and temporary trailer for administrative office space. But perhaps the biggest ongoing hurdle is the proposed phasing schedule of lot improvements. As it stands currently, ASD would like to develop the lot in phases over three years. In the first year, parking lots, landscaping and a precast cement wall would be installed. Maintenance and administrative buildings would be built the second year.
And in the third year, bus canopies and a compressed natural gas station would be installed and would be available for public use. The phasing schedule concerned city council members who worried the project could remain halfdone for an undetermined amount of time. They questioned if a temporary trailer could become a permanent structure if ASD ran into budget cuts. Mayor Love expressed disappointment that the CNG station would be in the last phase as that was what sold residents on allowing the bus lot in the first place (currently the nearest CNG station is in Lindon). City council members directed staff to look into the possibility of forming a developer’s agreement with ASD (a binding agreement that would hold ASD to its phasing schedule). Saratoga Springs has also created a specific public school bus lot zone, giving direction on setbacks, screening requirements, and landscaping. In the end, both ASD and the city hope an agreement can be reached. Once approved, ASD hopes to have the first phase completed for the 2014-2015 school year. The lot will store 120 buses, approximately half of ASD’s fleet. The estimated annual cost savings for housing busses locally is $230,000 to $300,000. A public hearing is scheduled for the December3 city council meeting. They will be discussing the concept plan and the property rezoning.
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Westmoreland wins second City Council Arianne Brown Editor/Writer
If you are one of those who is of the thinking that every vote doesn’t count, think again. The race for the second Eagle Mountain City Council seat between Bryan Free and Tom Westmoreland was separated by only one vote, with Free leading 1301 to 1300 over Westmoreland. Due to the closeness of the race, it was necessary to wait for an official tally, counting absentee and mail-in votes. The two candidates would need to wait another two weeks before the
final results were announced. On Tuesday, November 19, the Canvas official finalized results were announced, naming Westmoreland a winner over Free, with yet another narrow margin of only ten votes: Westmoreland, 1,346; Free, 1,336. About the results, Westmoreland had this to say, “I am humbled to have been elected to the City Council and look forward to serving the people of Eagle Mountain. As much as I wanted to win, I hated to see Bryan Free lose. He is a good man and a good friend. With only ten votes separating
us, he could have easily asked for a recount, but chose not to. I want to publicly thank Bryan and his family for the humble and classy example they set. Thank you, to everyone that helped with the campaign. You can all rest assured that that you made a difference. Thank you.” The final official Canvas results of the Municipal General Election are as follows: 10,079 registered voters; 3,036 votes; 38 percent registered voter turnout. Mayor: Christopher Pengra 2,062 Heather Jackson: 952 Council: Tom Westmoreland 1,346 Adam Bradley 1,801 Bryan Free: 1336 Nathan Ochsenhirt: 1,147
Fundraiser for baby Capri
Emily Fotheringham Staff Writer
Eagle Mountain residents Kendra and Mike Ware are no strangers to dealing with setbacks. Two weeks before their third child was born, Kendra went to the emergency room where doctors informed her that her unborn child had an undiagnosed heart problem. She was rushed to University Hospital where she was monitored until giving birth to daughter Capri. Now four months old Capri has been diagnosed with Ebstein’s Anamoly stage 3, pulmonary stenosis and SVT. Kendra states, “We were told Capri had a 5% chance of living, that we needed to prepare for her death because Ebstein’s this severe just don’t live very long. She is our miracle baby and we want to do everything possible to keep her with us for as long as we can.” Capri had her first heart surgery at one week old and continues to fight through many medical challenges. The family’s next step will be arranging for Capri to have open heart surgery at the Mayo Clinic in
Minnesota. In order to help fund the surgery, which will occur next year, a fundraiser is being planned in hopes of raising 10,000 dollars, which is half of what they will need for the procedure. The fundraiser is a breakfast with Santa and will be held at the Zions Bank in downtown Salt Lake City on December 21st from 9 a.m. To 12 p.m. Says Kendra, “We have quite a few things already donated; mainly now we just need people to attend and spread the word.” This event will cost ten dollars per person, and will include a pancake breakfast, pictures with Santa, and live entertainment. You will also be able to participate in a silent auction with a wide array of items including hot air balloon rides, make-up baskets, personal trainer sessions, Scentsy baskets, photo sessions, activity passes, a PlayStation 3, and much more. About the fundraiser Kendra states, “We would love for people to stop by while they are downtown doing their last minute shopping. We have lots of gifts for those hardto-buy family members and you would be helping out our family. Double win.”
Zions Bank is located at One South Main Street and the fundraiser will be held on the 18th floor in the Founders room. On the blog that Kendra writes about Capri she says, “Everyday I love this little girl more and more. Her personality is starting to shine through, she is always smiling and touching the hearts of every person she meets. Look at how far she has come in the last four months. Five percent odds have nothing on her.” Those interested in learning more about the family and fundraiser can visit www. fightforcapri.com.
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Pulling Together for Rockwell High’s New Track
time and materials.” The community had a large hand in making The students an staff the track possible. at Rockwell Charter High Blair Buxton lined out School are excited for the the track by taking out new track that is currently sagebrush and weeds under construction. Last and mowing down the year was the first year innerfieled before crosswith a track team, and country season. Cody much of their training was Gull donated labor and held in the back parking time grading and filling lot. However, even with asphalt, spending many no track, the team still late and long hours doing managed to do very well, so. Dennis Jepperson having a runner place brought in all the asphalt, at state in the top ten. which took three trips Cross country and Track with a triple dump truck Coach RaNell Sellersloader, and Wasatch Goldthorpe, said that ever Rock donated many of since she started coaching, the materials needed. she has been working hard Board members, students to get a track for her team. and parents came to “We hope to have a larger team this year,” Sellers-Goldthorpe said. “When things finally came together, they came together fast, with many sacrificing their long holiday weekend to help put in the track. The track would not have been possible without all the volunteers who donated Danielle Palmer Staff Writer
help rake the asphalt, and Warren Price came with a roller to help pack the track. “I am grateful to live in a community where people are willing to pitch in and help each other,” RaNell Sellers-Goldthorpe said. “Out of small ponds can come big fish, and our pond has some big fish. Thank you, thank you, thank you, to all who made this much needed addition to our school possible.” The track is only in phase-one, looking much like the city’s bike paths, but they hope to expand to four or five lanes next year. The crosscountry team, physical education and other athletic departments will also be using the track. In addition, the school is working on a soccer field in the center of the track.
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Special Needs Activity Program (SNAP) is an LDS church activity program established to provide activities in which those with special needs can, socialize with others similar to them, develop friendships, broaden talents, all through recreation. These activities are provided Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm during the calendar school year. Activities are held in the LDS meeting house at 1364 W. 1870 N. Lehi. If you have questions you may Email Dave and Lynn Wilkey at
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Eat Well, Think Well, Move Well Dr. David Kemp Kemp Chiropractic
The key to a happy life is health. In this column we will discuss the importance of nutrition, exercise, positive thinking and more: all things that contribute to a healthy life. Today, as the winter ushers in the cold and flu season, I thought it appropriate to discuss one of the most important nutritional supplements for boosting the immune system: the Sunshine Vitamin itself, Vitamin D. Did you know
that Vitamin D cannot be produced without the sun? So in the winter when we have minimal sunshine, we are not getting enough Vitamin D. Recent studies have shown that the majority of the population is dangerously deficient in Vitamin D. This is one of the main reasons that as winter approaches, so does the sickness. In a recent study where the subjects were given a high-quality Vitamin D supplement for 3 years, the incidence of cold and flu were almost reduced 100%! Only 1 in 104 subjects developed the cold or flu in three years! Vitamin D deficiency is highly linked to chronic fatigue, chronic muscle pain, depression, fibromyalgia and a list of other health issues. It is very important to start your entire
family on a Vitamin D supplement as soon as possible. And, as with all supplements, quality is the most important concern. Generic, synthetic vitamins will not give you the effect you are looking for. Seek only the highest quality supplements with raw, naturally-derived vitamins. And remember: eat well, think well, move well and be happy.
The Caucus System: A great tool for political participation
By Wendi Baggaley Staff Writer
Recently I attended a meeting for the “Count My Vote” initiative. This movement proposes to replace political party caucuses and conventions in Utah with a direct vote to place candidates on the ballot. Most of the people who showed up to this meeting supported neighborhood caucuses, though a few citizens said their experiences with the neighborhood caucuses left them feeling disenfranchised and disgusted with politics. I can understand. I’ve been there. My first caucus meeting here was horribly disorganized and stacked with pre-decided friends of candidates. Back room deals were made and anyone could have easily slipped in extra ballots. The delegates didn’t represent my opinions and were hard to contact later. Finally, the Precinct Chair we elected stopped working after “his candidate” failed to make it through convention. I too could have become disillusioned. But I didn’t. I believe that each one of us has the ability to change our surroundings and our circumstances, if only we learn from the past and work hard for something better. Two years later, after I got more involved, the next caucus meeting was dramatically – and positively – different for me. No matter what system we use, many of us may still experience negative situations because WE are not perfect. Human pride, selfishness, prejudice, and other vices can and often do lead to negative outcomes in our political relationships.
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But the opposite is also true. We Americans are likewise capable of selfless service, patience, fairness, kindness, and respect. These attributes don’t just come automatically. We have to learn them, usually through our own experiences, but we can also learn from those around us. Unlike a direct primary where the vast majority of voters study candidates and issues on their own and then show up individually to cast their ballots on election day, the caucus system involves neighbors in a political dialogue that accomplishes so much more than merely casting a vote. I know of no other nominating system that has a greater potential to educate everyone who wants to learn, create a consistent two-way, face-to-face communication between ordinary citizens and their elected leaders, teach principles of representative government and majority rule checked by law, increase voter turnout and citizen political involvement, and hold candidates and elected officials personally accountable for their words and actions. Utah’s Neighborhood Caucus system is a pretty awesome way to govern ourselves. Let’s be wary of any alternative that would dilute or eventually replace it. Wendi Baggaley graduated from BYU with a degree in political science and has been involved for many years in local and state politics. She is a homemaker residing in Eagle Mountain City with her husband and four children. Wendi welcomes considerate comments and discussions at wendispolitics@gmail.com.
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The snow is coming, ready or not
other Utahns wait with bated breath in eager anticipation of the next I ride a motorcycle huge snow day. I don’t or a mountain bike get to ski very much religiously. Neither of these days, but that those vehicles are very insignificant technicality appreciative of the snow. will never matter There was a time in my because I’m still waiting life when I rode skis. for the snow. Every winter I glide Snow enables us to back to the years when venture into a pristine I would put two planks world lit by billions of on my feet and carve luminescent tiny white up the Wasatch. Every crystals. It is an ethereal winter I look to the hills marvel. Some people and watch the snow take the opportunity to line descend toward the enjoy the Wasatch by valley. I reflect on times strapping on a pair of my friends and I would snowshoes and with attack our lines, riding muffled crunches lead waves of white down themselves through the the mountain.. Every aspens and pines. Some winter I, like many choose cross country By Matt Schauerhamer Staff Writer
The Crossroads Journal skis and slice their way into paradise. When legs grow heavy and lungs burn, there are moments to recuperate. It is the moments of recovery when one is able to realize how truly silent a world can be when it is muted by a thick white blanket. A world nearly devoid of sound brings clarity of mind and peace that cannot be replicated in a world fraught with the distraction and constant interference of roaring traffic and ringing phones. Some people enjoy throwing their legs around 150 horses worth of power and torquing their way through the powder on masterfully crafted carbon fiber and aluminum. If you snowmobile, the adrenaline of shooting up a mountain and flying straight over the top is your love and your
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lust. You are perfectly convinced you don’t have blood coursing through your veins, but that high octane fuel actually drives you on. For the family who doesn’t do one of the aforementioned activities, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the snow. Parents realize that white washing a child’s face with snow builds character. They know the art of rolling three perfect snowballs to construct Frosty on the front lawn can be backbreaking work. The smiles that light up their children’s faces when a snowman’s carrot nose is finally put in place make it worth walking hunched over for the next week. Watching a child topple over in a puffy marshmallow snowsuit and then spending the next two minutes flopping around
like Randy on The Christmas Story is what family bonding in the snow is all about. Just remember, tailbones are meant to be broken. Go ahead and break one by catching some sweet air off an icy jump riding a sled. If you’re someone who waits for winter with dreaded anticipation, take a moment to figure out which activity will best fit you. Whether you strap on a set of skis or snowshoes, whether you ice climb or snowmobile, or whether you traipse into the forest and camp in a snow cave, there will be something to fit your lifestyle. The winter outdoors will soon be calling. Don’t waste the cold months wallowing in inactivity. Bundle up, get outside and find how warm of a feeling the cold can be.
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Business Spotlight: Authentic Viet Deli open in SS
Jennifer Klingonsmith Staff Writer
Residents seeking a new and affordable dining option have kept Viet Deli busy the last six weeks. Owner James Le stated that many interested customers came by before his restaurant was even open. “They were so excited! This is the first Vietnamese restaurant in all of [Northern Utah County].” James Le, a Vietnamese
medical school graduate, recalled that he and family members and friends grew tired of existing dining options lacking good service, high quality ingredients, or cleanliness. He had always dreamed of opening his own restaurant and stated that everything just fell into place when creating Viet Deli. Specialties include traditional Pho’ (beef noodle soup) with meatballs, rib eye steak, or
brisket; Banh Mi (a honey glazed pork sandwich); and Bun Thit Nuong, a honey glazed pork pasta dish with eggroll. Prices are reasonable and range from $4 to $7. The Viet Deli can be found in the Summer Village shopping complex on SR 73, near Tenny’s Pizza. It is counter service and has a pleasant but simple dining area. Le commented that although Viet Deli has the look of a fast food restaurant,
his food is higher quality. “We make everything fresh from raw ingredients.” He also focuses on excellent customer service and cleanliness. Le offers customers some targeted discounts: five percent for A/B students, 10 percent for military, police officers, and senior citizens. And, for the months of November and December, Viet Deli is waiving its delivery fee for catering events. Gift cards are also available.
Community Calendar Saratoga Springs The City Christmas Tree Lighting December 2, 2013 6:30 at Neptune Park Santa will be arriving at 6:15 Community Calendar Eagle Mountain Santa on the Fire Truck Saturday, December 07, 2013 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday December 06, 2013 6:30 PM to 8:30PM
Eagle Mountain City offers entrepreneurs and startup firms and opportunity to participate in the city’s Business Incubator Development Program. This BIDP is unique in that it is not funded by taxpayer dollars. The Eagle Mountain BIDP offers a combined total of 5,120 square feet of office space for businesses selected to the program. If selected, the businesses will be able to lease space at very affordable rates to help reduce growing pains and enable business owners to focus on their core product development. Members are invited to participate in a monthly FREE forum meeting. You will have a chance to take part in panel discussions, Q&A session, network, and enjoy company with other businesses in Eagle Mountain! On November 12, 2013 the guest presenter Eric Dow a tax manager at Anderson and Bradshaw PLLC presented Accounting Tips & Tricks for Small Businesses. Contact Business Resource Counselor Shaun Wilson 801.789.4300 shaunn@uvu.edu to find out more about the up coming events or go to the http:// www.embusiness.org
Balancing the Scale
By Rebecca Jones Guest Writer
For 36 years of my life, I was extremely overweight. I remember visiting with a dietician when I was 11 years old, and being put on a diet and weight loss program. At that time, I was 211 pounds. Healthy living began for me back in June of 2009. I had finally decided that this 400 pound body had to go, so that I could be an active participant in my life. I loved life but being morbidly obese limited what I could do. When you are that size you can no longer sit in chairs with arms, amusement park rides are tough to fit in -- if you fit at all, and even running around at the park with the kids is too
tiring. I knew that changing would be difficult but I was determined that it was possible. As someone who jumps in 100 percent when deciding to do something, I found that healthy living was no different. I began exercising morning and evening and counting calories. The exercise was much easier for me than making healthy food choices and eating appropriate portion sizes. My body felt as though it was going through a food withdrawal. I still kept to my calories (1200 – 1400 calories) and pushed through the hard times. The first three months were difficult, but so rewarding. The pounds were falling off quickly. In 12 weeks I
lost 80 pounds. I chose not to take any dietary supplements or energy enhancing pills; this was all done by eating healthy foods and exercise. I continued losing weight and by the one year mark I was half my original weight. I was literally, half the woman I had been! Some of the things that work for me are: • Make several goals and write them down, weekly, monthly and end goal. • Have a support system. Change is hard and having someone to checkin with and cheer you on makes a huge difference. • Exercise before the kids wake up in the morning or after they are in bed at night … or both. • Plan out your meals and stick to them. • Eat basically the same thing for breakfast and lunch each day so you don’t have to worry about planning what to eat. • Read the labels on
your food. Knowledge gives you the power to change. • Drink lots of water. I usually drink 12-16 cups of water a day. • Try not to weigh yourself more than once a week. Weigh-in at the same time of day as well. • Take lots of pictures so that you can see the difference you are making. • Be kind to yourself when you mess up. Get back on track quickly and keep moving toward your goals. One thing I have realized over the past few years
is that after weight loss, comes the really hard work. Maintaining a healthy life requires effort and constant dedication. Every day I have to make the decision to make healthy choices; it does not come naturally to me. I have gotten off track many, many times but I keep trying because it is worth it.Living healthy It is truly a balancing act. If I can do it, so can you! Visit me at www.balancingthescale.com for my ongoing journey to a healthy life.
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