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September 5, September 18, 2015 Vol.15 No.17

The Great State of Utah

By Jan Brown Memmott

Highland places moratorium on residential Town Center development

By Linda Petersen Highland City officials recently enacted a moratorium on residential development in the Town Center area, in response to resident concerns about how the area is developing. Some have expressed concern about the higher densities in the proposed Blackstone development, (due to go before the City Council Sept. 1, after deadline). Developers are seeking to construct 86 multifamily homes on 7.76 acres at the northeast corner of Town Square East and Parkway East.

“My understanding was when we put in the apartments, they were going to go back and fix the code, but that never happened and now we have an even higher density,” resident David Beck told the council at an Aug. 18 city council meeting. Given the public input, city officials have decided to enact the moratorium to give them time to revisit the development

code covering the Town Center overlay to determine if it meets their vision for the area, City Administrator Nathan Crane said.

Just 142 housing units are allowed in the Town Center Flex Use District where Blackstone developers are hoping to build. That would leave 56 units that could be built in the remaining acreage.

The moratorium does not include any developments that were in the application process prior to its enactment, including Brookstone, Crane said. In the motion to approve the moratorium, City Councilmember Tim Irwin directed city staff to ensure “that the appropriate private landowners in the Town Center and residents in the surrounding area, as well as residents in the city, be given an opportunity to weigh in on what input needs to be given to the council to make a good decision.”

By The Numbers: A look at the 2016 city budgets

By Linda Petersen

Local cities have all approved their 2015-16 budgets in recent weeks. We take a look at the highlights for Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain and Highland below.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Where does revenue come from?

Property Taxes - $2,658,718 Sales & Franchise Taxes - $3,787,800 License & Permits - $632,100 Intergovernmental Revenue - $782,202 Charges for sales & services - $1,654,817 Other revenue - $1,471,500 Contributions & Transfers - $2,081,124 ______________________ Total revenue: $13,070,261 Where does the money go?

Legislative - $119,271 Administrative - $639,299 Utility Billing - $143,430 Treasurer - $156,005

Recorder - $150, 285 Attorney - $283,279 Justice Court - $238,518 Non-Departmental - $3,333 Gen. Govt. Bldgs & Grounds - $37,328 Planning & Zoning - $355,464 Communications & Econ. Dev. - $128,504 Police - $3,768,840 Fire - $1,623,852 Building - $571,969 Highways - $701,903 Engineering - $418,796 Public Improvements - $458,261 Public Works - $475,038 Parks & Open Space - $960,193 Recreation - $185,896 Economic Development - $128,504 Library Services - $188,014 Transfers & Other Uses - $464,805 __________________________ Total expenditures: $13,107,785 What’s new?

A new 2 percent pay for performance pro-

Utah is a pretty great place. It is unique and quirky and beautiful. But did you know these facts that make Utah stand out?

The word Utah comes from the Ute tribe and literally means, “people of the mountains.” Maybe that explains our love for the peaks that surround us. *Utah has been called the Rooftop of the U.S. If you average the height of the tallest peaks in Utah County, that works out to be 11,222 feet, higher than any other state.

The town of Levan sits at the geographic center of the state. Interestingly, Levan spelled backwards is navel.

Although not yet a state, Utah gave women the right to vote in 1870, 50 years before the U.S. Constitution made it law.

The largest living organism in the world live here. Pando is a male quaking aspen, and he covers over 100 acres and is at least 80,000 years old.

Not just a marketing slogan, “The Greatest Snow on Earth” really is found here. Because of our inland location and high elevation, the snow that falls here is unusually dry. Add to that the fact that the Great Salt Lake never freezes -resulting in the “lake effect”- so our mountains are continuously supplied with fresh powder. Utah snow is scientifically verified to have the perfect combination of powder and salt. If you have never skied, give it a try.

The Great Salt Lake is between 5% and 27% salinity. Oceans average just 3.5% We are, by far, the youngest state in the country. Utahns are, on average, 29.2 years old. In comparison, Texans- the second youngest state- are an average of 33.6 years. The national median is 37.2.

Eagle Mountain is the youngest city in America, averaging 19.1 years old.

Utah has the highest literacy rate in gram was approved for employees.

A new bobtail truck with salter and plow ($158,300).

Capital Improvements: Ongoing construction of Market Street ($2,496,000) and Riverside Drive ($4,432,000).

Planning and possible land acquisition for a future public safety building ($800,000).

Construction of 5.5-acre Regal Park on Regal View Drive in the Benches subdivision ($608,000).

Construction of 15-acre Shay Park on Aspen Hills Blvd. in the Aspen Hills subdivision ($750,000).

Construction of an 18-inch culinary water line in Redwood Road ($700,000) Construction of the South Secondary Well in Reid & Ursula Wayman Park, 12 West Harbor Parkway ($1,949,000).

EAGLE MOUNTAIN

Where does revenue come from?

Sales, Property, Utility, & Use Taxes $4,965,500 Planning, Building, & Engineering Fees $,048,850 Class B & C Road Funds - $750,000 Sport Recreation Fees - $170,200 Fines & Forfeitures - $204,000

the nation! In fact, of the 50 states, Utah also has one of the highest birth rates, the second lowest death rate, the healthiest population, the highest percentage of high school graduates, and the highest number of people with a college education. Go us!

In Utah, it is illegal to hire trombone players to play on the street to advertise an auction. Additionally, it is illegal to fish while on horseback and to hunt whales.

In Salt Lake City, it is illegal to walk down the street carrying a paper bag containing a violin.

Salt Lake City is home to the nation’s leading manufacturer of rubber chickens.

The Missionary Training Center in Provo is the nation’s second largest onsite language school, after the U.S. Defense Department’s Language Institute in Monterrey, California.

The inventor of the TV, Philo Farnsworth, was born here. So was Butch Cassidy.

Everyone thinks Texas embodies the wild, wild West. Not so. Looking at cinematic history, more western films have been shot near Kanab than in Texas.

The Kennecott Bingham Canyon Copper Mine is the deepest open-pit mine in the world, nearly a mile deep and 2.5 miles wide. It takes a truck two hours to drive from the bottom of the mine to the top. You can see it from space.

The Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry has more than 30 complete dinosaur skeletons, over 1,000 individual bones, and even some intact dinosaur eggs.

Utah County, particularly the Provo-Orem area, is first on the national well-being list.

With so many great things about Utah, is it any wonder that we love where we live?

Miscellaneous - $200,875 Intergovernmental/Grants - $4,000 Interfund Transfers - $702,229 _____________________ Total revenue: $8,045,654 Where does the money go?

Legislative Department - $40,7955 Recorders Department - $309,141 Attorney - $75,000 Executive Department - $528,904 Finance Department - $395,601 Engineering Department - $500,831 Planning Department - $391,221 Youth City Council - $1,400 Recreation Department - $289,187 Non-Departmental - $200,300 Human Resources - $218,592 Public Information - $143,880 Facilities - $172,896 Senior Council - $11,560 Special Events Department - $132,920 Police Department - $2,227,509 Building Department - $18,142 Streets & Roads Department - $899,862 Parks Department - $688,840 Library - $99,073 ________________________ Total expenditures $8,045,654 Note: This is the second in a three-part series on local city budgets.)

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New Election Laws for 2016 Camp Floyd Days Offer Fun for the Whole Family

By Jan Brown Memmott

If approved by the party’s delegates at its August state convention, Utah’s Republican Party will sponsor its 2016 primary elections in a whole new way.

Confusion has surrounded the Count My Vote initiative and the passage of SB54, but the results can be explained simply.

In the past, a Republican candidate for federal or statewide office would need to get on the ballot by being nominated at enough caucus meetings throughout Utah. Starting in 2016, that can still be the case, but there will also be another way for people to get their names thrown into the ring. If a person can get signatures from at least 2% of area residents, his or her name may appear on the ballot.

Count My Vote would have done away with the caucus system completely, which state GOP leadership opposed. SB54 is the compromise, meant to maintain the importance of caucus meetings, but also provide a way for residents who cannot attend those meetings to be involved in the nominating process.

Not everyone is happy with the result.

Rep. David Lifferth, R-Eagle Mountain,

wrote in April 2015 that he believed SB54 was, “designed to destroy the Utah Republican Party as we know it. The original wording of the Count My Vote petition jettisoned the party’s caucus Ssystem all together. The so-called Compromise of SB54 may have preserved the caucus in name, but has greatly reduced its significance. Many who attended regularly in the past have shared with me that they will no longer bother. This is a tragedy,” he wrote.

Still, state GOP leadership voted overwhelmingly to accept the changes.

Committee members voted to become a “Qualified Political Party,” meaning they preserve their caucus/convention system, but allow for candidates to get on the ballot with enough signatures. Citizens might notice changes as Election Day draws closer. They may have candidates asking for their signature as a form of their support, either door-to-door or at public venues. It will be interesting to see if the new law translates into a larger, more varied field of candidates. Stay tuned in 2016.

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By Erika Douglas

Camp Floyd State Park will be hosting its annual Camp Floyd Days September 5th and 7th, 2015. Crossroads residents are lucky to have such a unique, historical landmark within easy traveling distance that offers fun, family-oriented activities on holiday weekend,s such as Labor Day. There will be displays set up to allow visitors to experience camp life and day-to-day activities of the soldiers.

There will also be fun firearms demonstrations, games, gold mining, dressing up in period clothing, and candy cartridges. Activities will run from 10 am to 4 pm both days. Outdoor activities are free, but museum entrance fees remain $3 per person or $9 per family. Stage coach rides will be available Monday from 10

am-12:30 pm, and food concessions for purchase.

This landmark hosted the largest standing Army in the United States from 1858-1861 when the Civil War broke out and troops were called home. While always worth a visit, the extra effort made by staff and volunteers on these holiday weekends make the park a “must see” visit spot for anyone young and old. Get out this weekend, enjoy the sun and the history of our beautiful valley with your family.

Create the Perfect Home Office

By Jacinda Montano

More and more, people are enjoying the flexibility of working from home. And while technology doesn’t require you to stay tethered to a desk, you can certainly benefit from a dedicated space -- if only to block out the distractions of home life.

Here’s what you need to set up an office that makes the most of working from home: Proper Ergonomics -- Whether you go all-out for a suite of office furniture or choose a simple desk and chair, your priority should be an arrangement designed to keep you pain-free. Adjust your chair so your feet touch the floor and keep your keyboard level with your forearms. Set your monitor an arm’s length away with the top of it at eye level.

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American Fork works to safeguard water source

By Linda Petersen

American Fork City officials are making a major investment to rehabilitate the city-owned Cave Camp Spring water source in American Fork Canyon.

Historically, access to the box collection system for the spring has been on land owned by the U.S. Forest Service.

In recent years the Forest Service paved over the land, turning it into a parking lot.

Now, Utah Division of Water Quality inspections have identified problems at the site. Since the man holes to access the system are in the parking lot, there’s a high risk that the system could be contaminated by oil, gas or battery acid.

“DEQ told us we had to fix this or they’d have to shut the spring down,” Public Works Director Dale Goodman said. Horrocks Engineering has developing a comprehensive plan to address the issues by, among other things, moving the access points, and Condie Construction will do the work for at $549,955. In

The Good Life

By Sterling Parker

The summer is now over and I have to say, it was a great summer. I have traveled over 10,000 miles this summer and I have enjoyed every mile of it. While passing through Barstow, California this summer at 1 a.m., it was 104 degrees. By the time we drove through Las Vegas, it had cooled down to 102! During the heat and still of the I had time to reflect on my grandson’s basic training graduation with the Marine Corps at the training center in San Diego, California.

Nearly 400 troops marching by, in perfect precision steps, was an awesome site to behold. It seemed like even the seagulls stood at attention in the distance. Being on base for two days has to be one of the highlights of my summer. It brought back fond memories of when I was in the Air Force in the late 60’s. I am so thankful for

addition to the major work, an historic rock wall originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps at the site needs to be moved for the duration of the project, then restored and replaced at the site.

Child’s Enterprise will do the work for just under $72,000. Some trees will also need to be removed.

The project is expected to begin Sept.

8. During the project, which is expected to take around 60 days (depending on the weather), the city will stop using water from the spring. “We’re trying to get it done before the weather gets too cold,” Goodman said. According to Goodman, the spring is a significant water source for the city. “In cooler, lower-use times, it can provide as much as 100 percent of the city’s water,” he said. “In mid-summer that number is more like 50 percent.”

American Fork gets the rest of its culinary water from city-owned wells. those who serve this great country. God bless all of you who are serving, or have served.

I am proud to be an American.

This 4th of July had to be the best. I was able to spend time with seven of my nine children and their children. Our good neighbors had an amazing firework display. We went boating with my daughter and her husband. The laughter and smiles of my grandchildren made me so happy. Fireworks later that night with more family and neighbors was the perfect end to the perfect day.

Yes, I am enjoying the good life because of those who are serving our country and those who have served. I hope we all take a moment to show thanks for our freedom and remember, as we enjoy our friends and family, that we are provided the good life by those who have sacrificed for us. God Bless America

Good Lighting -- You’re not working in a cube, so why set up your space like one? Rather than face a dark wall, set up your workspace near a window so you can enjoy natural light. A task lamp provides supplementary lighting and a more focused pool of light than that from an overhead source.

Abundant Storage -- A messy workspace can drain your productivity. Start by stashing pens, paper clips and other small items in drawers, or use containers to organize them. Move files into an easy-access rolling cart or file cabinet that fits under your desk or opt for wall-mounted storage. If your room has a closet, use shelves or a bookcase for additional supplies.

Organized Technology -- Cord clutter is a frequent pain point for those who work from home. Keep your cords out of the way with a hook mounted under your desk. Then plug the cords into a single power strip on the floor. Labeling them with colored masking tape will help when you need to find a particular cord.

Using these tips may help to make you more productive as you enjoy the benefits of working from home.

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September 5 - September 18, 2015

Alpine’s past comes to life in paintings

KBYU filming locally

By Erika Douglas

BYU was recently filming a documentary on the history of the Great Salt Lake here in Cedar Valley. Yes, it does seem like an odd choice when first examined, but using state lands for filming can be very cost prohibitive for small budget films. Mayor Howard Anderson of Cedar Fort, Jim Smith of Watch Wing and Clay and Scott Holbrook were instrumental in finding a place for the crew to use that was technically still in the Oquirrh range, and definitely more cost effective.

By Linda Petersen

Forty watercolor paintings of local historic homes and sites will soon be hanging in Alpine City Hall. The work of Lehi artist, Mary Ann Judd Johnson, the paintings will be framed and displayed as a collection. During the time that they are displayed, city officials are hoping that generous individuals will buy one or more of the paintings and donate them back to the city. (The average price of one of the paintings is $1,000. The Eccles Foundation will donate 15 percent of the cost). Johnson will include copyright rights in the price.

The majority of the paintings are scenes from Alpine in the 1950s and 1960s. During that time, Johnson’s mother, who lived in American Fork, was learning to drive after her husband died.

She practiced her skills in Alpine. Mary Ann would come along and take photos on the trip. Most of the paintings, completed last year, are based on those photos. “They’re of old downtown Alpine, of the countryside in and around Alpine,” she said. Over the last several years, Johnson has done similar paintings in Lehi, Cedar Fort, Fairfield and Pleasant Grove. In most other communities the cities bought the paintings outright. But it’s not an option for Alpine. So that’s how this program came about.

Caleb Warnock, husband of City Recorder Charmayne Warnock, and a former Daily Herald reporter, suggested Johnson exhibit them after she completed 40 paintings of Alpine. On July 28 the City Council formally agreed to the exhibit. We’re thrilled with the work she does and the quality and historic value of the paintings. We’re absolutely thrilled that she’s willing to put them up for auction,” Mayor Don Watkins said. “That’s an awful lot of money, but it would be awesome if we were able to get such a generous donation from someone,” he added.

Johnson originally began painting homes and buildings when she tried to interest one of her American Fork High art students in doing a concentration of paintings on something. They went out and took photos of houses in the snow.

The student never did the paintings, but Johnson did. Within a short time, she had 28 paintings, which she personally paid to have framed, and then she displayed them at the school’s library. “The principal came to look at them and was so moved, he began to cry,” she recalled. “‘They’re so beautiful,’ he said.” Johnson went on to display those and other paintings, and for more than 10 years, several were used by on a software development company’s website. She went on to complete numerous paintings in neighboring cities.

In the past, Johnson would paint a second copy of each of her paintings for her own personal collections. But she doesn’t do that anymore. “I’m looking forward to my death; I don’t know what else to paint,” she said. “We live down in the basement, because we have to share the house with the paintings.”

But really, the artist, 74, may have at least one more collection in her. “What I would like to do is on the Jordan River,” she said. “It’s so restful and there’s no attachment by anyone to it. It’s beautiful, like another world.”

Host Your Own Show with “MixIr” App

By Matthew Gary Milam

For those of you who’ve dreamed of hosting your own radio show or doing a podcast, iPhone’s “MixIr” app can quickly get you on your way to fame and fortune. As Apple states on their MixIr.com website, “Starting your first broadcast is easy, just hit the big button and go live.”

The app lets you broadcast high-quality audio over 3G, 4G, or WiFi, and it lets you save or export your broadcasts to Dropbox and Soundcloud. Apple boasts the fact that with their app, you can leave the technology to them so that you can focus on the content.

With MixIr, you can promote your broadcast in advance by scheduling an event before going live. Upcoming events can be shared and listeners can be reminded just before the event begins. This is supposed to be one way to “grow listeners.” The embeddable player is customizable and enables you to take your live audio to your own home. All you need to do is share your “livepage” with friends or followers and they can listen on Facebook and Twitter. MixIr lets you interact with your listeners in real time. Apple claims that “seamless recording, right inside the app” can be followed by a one-click export to SoundCloud, Dropbox, and Mixcloud.

Other features include the ability to add your own artwork, biography, categories, maps, and links to your own site and social media pages. According to eventamplifier.com, MixIr is a great

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solution for streaming live, amplified audio events. The MixIr site comes with a desktop app that allows you to broadcast live events using a variety of audio sources, including external microphones. Once you are broadcasting, you are provided with a link to your own live broadcast page on MixIr (“livepage”), which you can use to circulate to a target audience.

Use “Crowd View” to see who’s listening in real time, “Chat View” to comment on the broadcast and chat with other listeners, “Stage View” to design you own custom “stage,” and “About View” to get statistics about the broadcaster.

Technology has changed the world. It has made it easier for everyone to have the ability to become involved in many different aspects of life that they heretofore would not have had access to. MixIr is one more step in this direction. But, as with all social technology innovations, one should make sure they are taking at least some time each day to interact in person with family, friends, and associates. That being said, MixIr sounds like a pretty cool app and seems worth checking out.

MixIr is available for free to Mac, iOS, and Windows users (Currently not available for use with Android). Go to MixIr or the itunes App Store to get it.

The plan is for this film to be released December 7th on KBYU and also be available for schools throughout the state as part of the Utah History curriculum.

Considerable research has been done on the history of the Great Salt Lake and will be going through Lake Bonneville, Native Americans, early explorers, pioneers, industry and recreation on the lake. Nothing of this scope has been done in recent years to document this unique treasure of our state.

While in Cedar Valley they filmed

several historical sections using re-enactors from Pioneer Heritage Company.

Ages of members in the group range from newborns to those in their seventies. Rob Sibley, director of the film, was pleased to use PHC, stating, “All too often, too many modern things creep in to period shows.

It was so helpful to have a group on hand who were experts in that era, who knew what to do and how to act.” Adam and Dianna Diehl, founding members of the group, researched the Fourth of July Celebration held at the Lake in 1851. They cooked appropriate food for a feast and the children played games and pretended to take a dip in the lake. It will all come together courtesy of some movie magic.

Knowledge and experience in the group varies. The Diehl’s from Midvale have been re-enacting for 24 years, while the newest member of the group, Paige Ford of Eagle Mountain, has been participating six months. If you are interested in history at all or finding something to do as a family go to www.pioneerheritagecompany.com for more information.

Total Life Excellence: Thoughts About Greetings and Greatness

By Paula Fellingham

I have been blessed to experience the joy of teaching women in many nations.

During the past four years, I’ve presented at Global Women’s summits in 17 countries. One of the things I have noticed during my travels is the way people in different nations greet each other. We could learn a few things from the way others greet one another.

Here in the United States, we shake hands. This greeting originated when people wanted to prove they were not carrying a weapon. In many parts of Asia, and especially in India, people put their hands together slightly above their hearts and bend a little bit forward. This greeting literally means, “I bow to the Divinity within you.” I recently read a story about the time scientist Albert Einstein watched a newsreel that showed Gandhi greeting people in India. Einstein couldn’t hear what Gandhi was saying. The great scientist wrote a letter to Gandhi and asked about his greeting. Gandhi replied, “I am saying, ‘namaste’. It means, “I honor the place in you of light, love, truth, peace, and wisdom.”

My friends, imagine a world wherein people look at each other with loving kindness as they think, “I honor the light, love, truth, peace, and wisdom within you.” Wouldn’t that be wonderful? What can we do to create such a world?

We can begin by believing that we DO

have light, love, truth, peace, and wisdom within us. We can begin by honoring ourselves as we remember to treat ourselves (as we treat others) with dignity and respect. I’m confident you know this, but I would like to lovingly remind you that you have greatness within you. And you attract into your life that which you believe you are. I wrote a book about this, years ago, entitled “Believe It! Become It!”. I know that creating a beautiful world without, begins with creating a beautiful world within. And that is a choice we all have with every thought that enters our minds.

I will share with you a fabulous, famous quote by my sweet friend, Marianne Williamson. She said, “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?

You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that others won’t feel insecure around you.

We are all meant to shine, as children do.

We are born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us, it’s in all of us. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.”

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September 5 - September 18, 2015

Hug-A-Tree Program

By Kimberly Bennett

In 1981, a nine year-old boy by the name of Jimmy Beveridge was lost while hiking on a nature trail on Palomar Mountain in Southern California. Over 400 people went in search of the boy. The third morning after his disappearance, his body was found. This tragedy, deeply troubling to those who had searched for Jimmy, sparked a movement to teach children about wilderness safety and what to do if they get lost. It is called the Hug-A-Tree program.

This course, developed by tracker Ab Taylor, Tom Jacobs (both members of Jimmy’s search team), Jackie Heet, and Dorothy Taylor, was designed to teach 5 to 12 year-olds wilderness safety princi-

pals. Mainly, if you’re lost, stay put, and hug a tree so someone can find you. This program has saved lives ever since. In 2005, the program and its materials were officially included as part of the National Association for Search and Rescue resources. The Hug-A-Tree program has spread internationally and is still doing its job, helping kids on a global scale.

Recreational safety is an important lesson for our kids. Whether they are around water, playing in the park, or hiking through the woods, we want them to be safe. The Hug-A-Tree program information can be found on the National Association for Search and Rescue website.

Lehi City Youth Council

By Kimberly Bennett

If you’re a Lehi teen who wishes to learn more about civic responsibility and the internal workings of government, (or if you’re the parent of a teen you wish was interested in those things), we may be able to tell you about the exact opportunity you’ve been looking for. The Lehi City Youth Council is waiting for people like you.

Lehi residents who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors in high school are welcome to be a part of this educational and leadership-building experience. The council meets two times a month for approximately an hour, and holds their meetings in the City Council chambers.

And in September, the council elects a mayor, who will hold office for one year.

Council members take part in service projects. Recently they partnered with the Lehi City Round-up to raise money for cancer patients. And there are plenty of learning opportunities. Participants learn up-close about the way the government operates, taking tours of different departments and learning the ins and outs

directly from department heads. “It gives people a chance to learn more about their community and how it functions,” says Teisha Wilson, a youth council advisor, speaking about the benefits of this opportunity.

Besides leadership experience and service opportunities, these youth can participate in an experience of a lifetime.

In a statewide program sponsored by the Utah League of Cities and Towns, youth councils from all around the state are invited to the state capitol each January to participate in activities and workshops, listen to speakers, and to get a glimpse of legislation in action. “It gives [teens] the ability to learn and grow,” Wilson says.

“It’s just a fun experience for them.”

An information meeting will be held at Lehi City Hall on September 23rd at 5:00 pm. If you’re interested in joining the Lehi City Youth Council, information on how to apply can be found on the Lehi City website. And you, the future leaders of America, are getting your start right here.

We salute you!

Rockwell Highlights

By Sterling Parker

School has begun at Rockwell! The 20152016 classes have started, under the direction of Mr. Darren Beck, with assistant administrators, Candice Spivey and Misty Madsen. Thursday, August 13th, parents and students attended Back to School Night. There was a buzz of excitement in the air for the new year. Monday, the 17th, Director Darren Beck welcomed the 7th and 8th grade students. The 40 plus staff members welcomed the students after attending a week of training and back-to-school classes themselves.

Then on Aug. 18th it was, “school is in session,” for the rest of the student body.

Rockwell Girls volleyball will start their season Aug 27th, and the outlook is awesome.

Tryouts for Shakespeare will be the week of Aug 17-21. Rockwell has won this competition in the past years, so this should be an exciting year for all competing.

Good luck to staff and students at Rockwell this 2015-2016 school year!

Porter Rockwell Eagle Scouts Caleb Clark - raised sunken stones at Lehi cemetery Austin Colley - religious book collection for prison Elias de Santiago -refurbished Pelican Bay life jacket station, including life jackets James Gabriel - clothing, supplies, hampers for The Inn Between (homeless hospice)

Robert Largent - US map for Eagle Valley Elementary George Lawson - fleece blankets for SL veterans hospital Ryker Lee - US map & hopscotch squares for Dry Creek Elementary Isaac Madsen - basketball camp for Boys/ Girls Club of So Valley SLC

Great Scott Magic!

By Kimberly Bennett

It’s time to say, “Abracadabra, folks!”

Magic has rolled into town. Now, unless you entirely missed the 80’s, when you hear the phrase, “Great Scott!” you probably think of the iconic Doc Brown, of Back to the Future, exclaiming in astonishment at the success of his time traveling DeLorean. But it’s about to take on a new meaning as you become acquainted with Great Scott Magic, the local magic act, based in Eagle Mountain. Scott Chamberlain, the owner and operator, has always had magic in his life. His grandfather was Ralph Adams, a magician renowned for bringing magic to television audiences, and one of the first to have his name up in lights in Las Vegas. “We learned early on not to ask how tricks were done,” Chamberlain says, when asked where he learned his trade. Though he informs me that if you spend enough time around it, you pick up on how some of the tricks are done.

The Great Scott didn’t really start performing publicly until his daughter wanted to perform in the school talent show. Remembering some of the craft of his grandfather, Chamberlain constructed what he calls, his rabbit trick. This trick of comical, color-changing, cutout rabbits was an original of his grandfaMatthew Marinos- food, clothing, supplies for Granger High School students James McCorristin- granite bench for Veterans Cemetery at Camp Williams Austin Nielson - Road Home blankets, pillows, baby supplies Haven Omer - US map for Sego Lilly elementary

ther’s. Though his daughter ended up not doing the talent show, the trick didn’t go to waste. Chamberlain began performing and coming up with new tricks. And even though he calls it his “hobby” business, as he’s expanded, his aunts and uncles, who were sometimes original participants in his grandfather’s show, started passing tricks and equipment down to him.

“I don’t do this to make money,” Chamberlain says. “Honestly, I just do it because it’s fun to do.” And he performs whenever he can, for birthday parties, school groups, and events for families and friends. And he’s willing to perform for charity events as well. After he retires from his day job, he’ll still be doing magic. “I really just enjoy doing it for the children,” Chamberlain says. “It’s a well-rounded show. Great for teens, but there’s stuff for adults. It really is fun for a whole family event.”

If you are interested in booking him for a show, you can find rates and contact information on his Facebook page under Great Scott Magic, or call him at (801) 367-1125. As he “Alakazams!” his way through a performance, you just might find yourself exclaiming, a la Doc Brown, “Great Scott!”

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Saratoga Springs August City Council Notes

Lehi seeks voter approval for RAP tax

August has been a relatively slow month for the council. Mayor Jim Miller and all council members were in attendance this month: Michael McOmber, Shellie Baertsch, Rebecca Call, Stephen Willden, Bud Poduska.

By Linda Petersen

By Jan Brown Memmott

A new development is in the works at the northwest corner of Redwood Road and Pioneer Crossing, called “The Crossing,” where a Smith’s Marketplace will anchor the retail, with at least 2-4 more shops. There will also be office space and probably a movie theater. The current Smith’s grocery store will close as the new marketplace opens. Members of the council are excited about the project and the jobs it will bring to the city.

Jarred Mason, and Blake and Jeramy Josephson were given awards for vols unteering their time to make the Saratoga Springs Triathalon a success. Mr. McOmber asked for an update on 400 g

South and why it was closed so long.

It has interfered with school traffic and Westlake High and Vista Heights Middle Schools. He also noted that Saratoga Springs Development swimming pool has lost its hot water. He asks that someone find out how the hot spring has been impacted- perhaps Legacy Farms coming through has changed the water flow. Rebecca Call also wants to confirm that the new irrigation rates are not so high that the city is making a profit. She says, “Our goal for water is for it to pay for itself, with a little in reserve for the unexpected well outage.”

Of those candidates for City Council this year, three are incumbents. They are Rebecca Call, Shellie Baertsch, and Bud Poduska. Chris Porter (both meetings) and Ron Edwards are the only other candidates to attend city council meetings in August.

Eagle Mountain August 18 City Council Meeting Notes

By Matthew Gary Milam

During the August 18 Eagle Mountain City Council meeting, Assistant City Administrator/Finance Director Paul Jerome, as the President of the Utah Government Finance Officers’ Association, presented Mayor Pengra and the City Council with a Certificate of Achievement and Excellence in Financial Reporting and a Distinguished Budget Award from the national GFOA for fiscal year 2014. The city has received the Distinguished Budget Award for nine years running.

The Recommendations for Lake Mountain Road were presented by Charles Allen and Kai Tohinaka of InterPlan. They studied the impact of development on travel volume and the condition of the road. If the road is paved, there will be faster local-access traffic and more cut-through traffic, meaning use by drivers who don’t live on the road. About 280 residential lots are platted or planned near the road. The master transportation plan indicates new roads to be built in the area within the next ten years. InterPlan recommends that the city seriously consider paving Lake Mountain Road.

Mr. Allen said that speed limits should be determined by a traffic study that shows how fast people feel comfortable driving. Mayor Pengra stated that a paved road is clearly needed for regional trips.

The section nearest to Bobby Wren Blvd. will be completed first. However, if Lake Mountain Road is paved, it will be used as a collector, which is what the city is trying to avoid. He noted that the history of transportation in Eagle Mountain is that the city can’t build roads and install traffic lights as fast as development requires them. PRI and SITLA are working on an independent study that they would like to present with the city’s plans. The plans are expected to be presented to the City Council on September 15.

Back when the Amended Oquirrh Mountain Master Development Plan was approved, protections were added for petroglyphs in the area. Councilmember Westmoreland asked how much rock art might have to be moved. Mr. Mumford said there was most likely just one. The petroglyphs will be carefully plotted by GPS when the final plats are designed.

Mayor Pengra stated that there is much more about the petroglyphs that is unknown than is known. Some are positional, aligning, and casting shadows, depending on the time of year. He would prefer not to have any of them moved if possible. The developer is willing to try not to move any of them. The state archeologist recommends a grand opening to raise awareness and encourage people to help protect the rock art.

A motion was made to approve the Oquirrh Mountain Preliminary Plat, Phase

A. This 12.06 acre plat includes .76 acres of open space and 50 lots with an average size of 6,709 square feet. The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

Approval of a Reimbursement Agreement between Eagle Mountain City and Edge Homes was passed with a unanimous vote. The impact fee reimburses Wasatch Land Company for the cost to upsize certain water and sewer improvements in Valley View North, Plat A. A motion was passed with a unanimous vote to pass a resolution of Eagle Mountain City Amending the Eagle Mountain City Consolidated Fee Schedule. The resolution adopts the West Service Area (WSA) sewer fee and a grant reimbursement fee for the operations of the White Hills sewer system.

A motion was passed with a unanimous vote to award a bid to Morgan Asphalt for the 2016 Road Improvement Projects, Phase 2. Phase 2 of the 2016 road improvement project includes a rotomill and pave in the Willow Springs area, along Ridge Route Road, Cedar Springs Road and Ridge Loop West. a

Lehi City’s elected officials have voted to put a proposal to the people on the November ballot. They’re hoping residents will approve a 1/10 of 1 percent local sales and use tax to fund “cultural, recreation facilities and botanical and cultural organizations” in the city. State law allows cities in counties that do not already have such a tax countywide to go to their voters to get approval for the tax. The Utah County Commission has indicated that it does not plan to enact such a tax.

Some surrounding cities have approved placing similar language on the ballot in recent months. The tax, (known as a RAP tax for Recreation, Arts and Parks) would take 1 cent out of every $10 in sales taxes collected in the city to fund recreation, arts and parks.

According to the information submit-

ted, to be included in the voter information packet, the funding, if approved may be used for: “1. Publicly owned or operated parks, campgrounds, golf courses, playgrounds, athletic fields, gymnasiums, swimming pools, and trails, or other facilities used for recreational purposes; and 2. Non-profit organizations and institutions, and municipal cultural councils, having as a primary purpose, the advancement and preservation of natural history, art, music, theater, dance, or cultural arts; and 3. Non-profit organizations and institutions, having as a primary purpose, the advancement and preservation of plant science or zoology through display, research, exhibition, and community education.”

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rotomill and pave on Mt Airey Drive; a rotomill and pave on Half Mile Road, and a pulverize and pave on Stage Coach Drive in the White Hills area.

Public Comments included Ryan Moreau who stated that he wanted the cultural resources in the Oquirrh Mountain development property to be understood and protected and Jenn Morrison who asked that the petroglyphs artifacts be deeded to the city and displayed safely at City Hall.

During the mayor’s items, Councilmember Steinkopf stated that he was attacked by dogs three times in the last six weeks while walking in The Ranches.

He asked dog owners to control their pets. Councilmember Bradley said he’s received a lot of calls about the rock quarry north of Wride Memorial Highway.

It’s noisy and polluting and its trucks drive dangerously. He also gets calls about golf course workers who are mowing much too early in the morning, 4:00 or 5:00 a.m. Mayor Pengra said he’ll meet with the owners of the quarry and the golf course.

Information Items and Upcoming Events: • The city offices and library will be closed on Monday, September 7 for the

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Labor Day holiday. The library will also be closed Saturday, September 5.

• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Classes - The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program provides for community self-sufficiency through the development of multi-functional response teams who act as an adjunct to the city’s emergency services during major disasters. During emergencies, CERT members are able to support first responders and provide immediate help to victims. CERT classes wil be taught on five consecutive Wednesday nights at City Hall from September 9th - October 7th, 2015. Registration is available on the city website, News section. The registration fee of $30 will be reimbursed by the City for those who complete the class.

• Primary Election - The primary election for three open City Council seats was held on August 11. Based on unofficial results, the following candidates are moving on to the general election, to be held on November 3: Colby Curtis, Jared Gray, Stephanie Gricius, Mike Owens, Ben Reaves, and Richard Steinkopf.

• Election Canvass - The votes were canvassed on August 25 to certify the results of the election and to nominate those candidates who will move on to the general election on November 3rd.

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HPV Vaccine Use on the Rise Depression and Serotonin

By Michael Young

Human Papilloma Virus or HPV, is a virus that, according to the CDC, is the most common sexually transmitted infection.

On average, 14 million people become infected each year in the United States alone. It is so common, that most people will become infected sometime in their life. Most of the time, HPV is relatively harmless and goes away on its own. Other times, however, the presence of HPV can lead to serious medical problems, including genital warts and some forms of cancer. The virus can manifest itself a long time after catching it and can affect both men and women.

There are various types of HPV that can lead to different cancers and other health issues. It is not currently possible to determine who will be severely affected

by HPV and who will not, though it is clear that those with weakened immune systems, such as those who have AIDS, are more susceptible. The CDC recommends being vaccinated against HPV, starting at age 11 or 12.

In Utah, a higher number than ever before is receiving this vaccine, though most teens are not. According to the CDC, 59 percent of teenage girls and only 29 percent of teenage boys are being vaccinated for HPV. Historically, Utah has had some of the lowest HPV vaccination rates in the nation. Like many newer vaccines, the HPV vaccine has been met with suspicion by some. Some people worry about possible side effects, while others think that 11 or 12 might be too young to vaccinate a person against a sexually-transmitted infection. Another hurdle is that the vaccine may not be covered yet under certain insurance plans, making the cost prohibitive.

As with any vaccination, the aim of the HPV vaccination is prevention. Viral infections cannot be directly treated, and when the virus causes a real risk of cancer later in life, the CDC recommends the vaccine as the best course of action.

By Kimberly Bennett Depression is a serious health issue.

Sometimes completely debilitating, depression can lead to serious consequences, including suicide. According to the World Health Organization, over 350 million people globally suffer from the condition. As prevalent as it is, what causes it is still a mystery. And there the plot thickens.

For years researchers have believed that depression was caused by a lack of serotonin, a neurotransmitter believed to be responsible for mood regulation.

But according to research done at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center and Wayne State University School of Medicine, serotonin may not play much of a role in depression at all. After realizing that 60% to 70% of patients taking antidepressants don’t feel much of an improvement, Donald Kuhn and his team decided to look into it. Kuhn, a researcher at John Dingell, and his colleagues focused their research on mice who lacked the ability to produce

serotonin, called knockout mice. Though these mice were unusually compulsive and aggressive, they did not display any signs of depression. Under stress, the mice performed as well as the control subjects. Antidepressants didn’t play a large factor other than therapeutically in some subjects.

Because of these findings, researchers are now uncertain as to whether serotonin is much of a factor at all in this condition. That still leaves us with the question of what it is that actually does cause depression. This research may put things back on the right track.

Even though there isn’t an easy treatment for depression, it can be treated.

If you are struggling, please get help and contact your doctor. Remember, over 350 million people suffer from this condition, so you are not alone. And with this new research, we may be that much closer to finding a way to help everyone that suffers.

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DRUM LESSONS Fun, certified teacher, 42 years experience, positive influence, professional drummer & band leader, all ages/levels. Studio in Saratoga Springs, references available.

Please call Ken Culmone 801-768-0708 or 801-367-2787.

PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS! Perfect for any age. Beginner to Advanced. 25 years playing experience, teaching for 14. Have fun learning- theory, technique and duet/quartets.

First lesson free.

Call Andrea 801-687-1468

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Busy B’s Preschool 3-4 yr old: $65 mo Tuesday & Thursday 9-11 am.

4-5 yr old: $75 mo Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12-2 pm. Certified Preschool Teacher located in the Ranches. Clean, safe & struuctured environment to help develop social & academic skills.

Contact Annsley Burnham 801-706-9074. or happybusyb@gmail.com Private violin lessons

offered from my home in Saratoga Springs. 15+ years of teaching experience. $10 for 30 minute lesson or $15 for 45.

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Learn to sing in the natural Voice. Ages 10 and up. 28 yrs. experience. Performing opportunities.I’m located one mile from west Lake High School in Eagle Mountain 801-4723280 Ex 10/15

ULTIMATE DANCE Now registering for 2015-2016 Season Dance Classes. Offering Competitive and Recreational classes for ages 3+.

Located on Redwood Road just north of Towne Storage in Saratoga Springs.

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Dental Cleaning Patients Needed

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 first appointment will be $25.00 for adults and teens. Follow up appointment are $15.00.

Appointments for Children 13 and younger, are just $15.00. (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.

X-rays to take to your dentist can be provided in hard copy or they can be transmitted digitally. Call or Text (801) 747-9071. Fortis Dental Hygienist School is located at 3949 South 700 East, Salt Lake City, Utah.

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