Jan. 2025| Vol. 21 Iss. 1
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HOLLADAY CELEBRATES THE CITY’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY By Collette Hayes | c.hayes@mycityjournals.com
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ooking back 25 years, residents of the Holladay/Cottonwood area began to express an increasing desire for more influence and control over local planning and zoning matters. Decisions being made by Salt Lake County regarding the area fueled concerns about the community’s future. As a result, residents pushed for incorporation. On May 4, 1999, residents voted to incorporate Holladay, and with an overwhelming 83% approval, Holladay City was officially established on November 30, 1999. Current and former officials of Holladay City and community members gathered in the Big Cottonwood Room at Holladay City Hall on Nov. 18, 2024 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the city’s establishment. The Holladay Historical Commission organized and sponsored the event in conjunction with Holladay City. Sandy Meadows, a former member of the Historical Commission and chair of the event, welcomed guests and thanked the many volunteers who have shared their time and talent with the city of Holladay over the years. A special thanks was given to the mayors and city officials for their attendance especially to former mayor Dennis Webb, who flew in from England to
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participate in the celebratory activities. Recognition was given to City Recorder Stephanie Carlson, the last original employee of Holladay City. Since June of 2000, Carlson has been a vital part of the city, first serving as Deputy Recorder and then as City Recorder. “We are truly grateful for the dedication of the city officials and employees of Holladay City,” Meadows said. “Thank you to everyone here tonight for your support and commitment to our community. This is an exciting time to get together in celebration of a city that we all love.” Radio personality Doug Wright, a resident of Holladay, narrated the event and facilitated a fun and friendly discussion among the mayors and city managers about the history behind Holladay’s journey to incorporation. Wright began a career in radio at the age of 20 as a rock ‘n’ roll DJ at KRSP and later at KCPX. After a 45-year radio career, he retired at KSL NewsRadio as host of “The Doug Wright Show.” Wright introduced the evening’s musical talent, Gary Stoddard and his son, Skylar. Gary and his twin brother, Allan, grew up in Holladay and are considered local legends
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Mayors, City Managers Event Hosts: From left to right, former mayor Dennis Webb, former mayor Liane Stillman, current City Mananger Gina Chamness, current Mayor Rob Dahle, former city mananger Randy Fitts, resident and event facilitator Doug Wright and event chair Sandy Meadows. (Photo courtesy Lyman Losee)
in the community. In ninth grade, at Olympus Junior High School, the brothers won the student body popular vote, and served as
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president and vice president of the school. Gary ran under the campaign slogan, “If you Continued page 5
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