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GIRLS BRING ENERGY, NEW PERSPECTIVE TO HILLCREST’S WRESTLING TEAM By Heather Ernst | h.ernst@mycityjournals.com
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uccess for Hillcrest High School’s wrestling has fluctuated over the years. However, there has also been growth and change in recent seasons. The team welcomed new coach Nicholis Pappas, a former Taylorsville High School wrestler this year. Pappas is no rookie to coaching or the wrestling scene, having wrestled since fourth grade and coached junior high the past five years. “I didn’t see myself doing this at first,” Pappas said, “but it’s a passion of mine and I like seeing the kids progress. That’s the cherry on top for me, the reason why I do it.” Pappas brings new goals and motivators for the team coming off a 2017-18 season where they didn’t quite meet their goal of becoming region champions. Pappas recognizes the steps that were made last season in strengthening the team he is now dedicated to coaching. While Hillcrest High’s wrestling has had its fair share of exciting seasons and influential players and coaches, coming into the new year they’re looking to widen their talents. Hillcrest’s new additions give a different face to the boys wrestling team — a female one. Girls wrestling has been around in Utah for a bit, but it has definitely had a slower start with districts like Granite voting to prohibit female wrestling in junior high and high schools in 1997. Nationally, girls wrestling participation has grown from the 2010-11 school year with 7,351 wrestlers to the 2016-17 school year with 14,587 female wrestlers, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations’ participation data. In Utah, there is even a separate state tournament for girls wrestling gaining support. Hillcrest’s boys wrestling team isn’t just welcoming a new coach this year, but also its second season with girls competing on the team. The new coach, who speaks highly of the one female wrestler on their team, Elisa Madison, welcomes the change. “She’s brought a whole different perspective and energy to the team,” Pappas explained. “She has a whole different level of maturity, she keeps us in check.” Madison, a junior at Hillcrest, joined the boys wrestling team last season after seeing a sign at school advertising the team. After speaking to the coach and proving her interest, Madison joined the team and is now competing in her second season. “I was nervous at first,” Madison said. “I didn’t really think I’d stick with it but I met some friends that welcomed me and it made it a lot better.” Madison also said that her nerves made her stronger in competitions. “It made me not want to give up.” Pappas described how the addition Continued on page 4...
Hillcrest has an all-girls wrestling club in its third year at the school. (Hillcrest High wrestling Facebook)
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...continued from front page of girls on the team has had a great deal of positive impacts for the team, breaking down walls and showing them what being a team means. However, with new changes come adjustments that everyone on the Hillcrest wrestling team has had to learn. Having a girl on the team hasn’t just been an adjustment for Madison, but for the whole team. Pappas explains how it’s hard sometimes to feel like part of the team when the majority of the team uses one locker room and she uses another, but this is a challenge he is more than willing to take on. The team dynamic and strength on the Hillcrest wrestling team is one for the books, a team that doesn’t want to separate athletes, but wants to build group of athletes who support each other regardless of gender, race or any other separating factors. They are truly a team that doesn’t let each other give up and Madison can account for that personally. “My favorite part about wrestling is the relationships you make with your teammates, because they don’t give up on you and cheer you on in your matches regardless,” said Madison. Pappas recognizes that physically there are differences between boys and girls and, with strength being a huge part of wrestling, sometimes girls aren’t seen as competitive. Madison, who admits that her biggest challenge is strength, explained that with hard work and dedication girls are every bit as competitive in this sport. “I remember my coach coming up to me
Elisa Madison, a junior at Hillcrest High, joined the wrestling team last season. (mytoppix)
and telling me that all the effort I put in helped me get to this point,” Madison recalled, “and when I got off the mat after winning I almost started to cry because of all my team’s support, I was just so happy.” When talking about other girls who might be nervous to join traditionally male-dominated sports, Madison advised them to “be confident, don’t worry about what the boys think or what anyone else is thinking, just focus on getting better, working moves, and to improve every
day and don’t give up.” Hillcrest is also sponsoring its first all-girls wrestling club that is coming up on its third year and gaining quite a bit of interest from girls at the school. Similarly, Hillcrest has a youth program run by Eddie Gist that is looking for more members to establish a junior high team for fifth- to eighth-graders. More information on the wrestling team can be found at Hillcrest Junior Huskies Wrestling on Facebook. l
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Wasatch Improv Festival ready to make 2019 bigger and funnier By Bob Bedore | bob@mycityjournals.com
It’s hard to explain the Purdy Twins, but two things are for sure: they are funny, and there is nothing like them. (Blake Heywood)
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ow do you put on one of the biggest improv comedy festivals in the country? Well, you improvise. “Last year we really didn’t know fully what we were doing,” admitted Wasatch Improv Festival Board Member Jason Wild. “All we knew was we wanted it to be something that we’d all be proud of and that everyone who came out would have some laughs and be glad they came. Somehow, we did that, and a lot more.” In its first year, the Wasatch Improv Festival (WIF) did a little, “let’s announce a festival and see if anyone comes.” Soon they were not only having to turn away acts that were submitting from around the country, but also guests who were trying to get into the Midvale Performing Arts Center. “We were putting in as many chairs as we could, but finally we just had to tell people we couldn’t fit any more,” said Wild. “This was one of the best festivals we’ve been to,” said Rolland Lopez of the Los Angeles improv duo Rollin ‘n’ Riches. “I can’t believe that this was a first-year festival. This was better than a lot of festivals in their seventh year.” And now the people behind the Wasatch Improv Festival, taking place once again at the Midvale Performing Arts Center January 17-19, have their work cut out for them as they try to improve on last year and make it even bigger and better. A lot of their success was in the mix they represented last year, and that will be in play again this time out. The mix is not just in Utah and non-Utah teams, though that is very important (this year will feature teams from 11 different states), but also in the style of improv. This year will see a complete mash-up of different types of comedy. This means that you’ll be seeing something different every 20 minutes – and all of it funny. The Wasatch Improv Festival is all about exposing people to something a little different. “Last year’s festival was one of the greatest times of my life,” said board member Blake Heywood. “I met so many new friends and learned so much about different styles. I really can’t wait to see how this year goes.”
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Learning is also a big part of the festival. There is always something you can learn by watching others perform, but there are also classes that you can take. The WIF offers classes from national teachers Andel Sudik, Celeste Pechous and Nick Candon. There is even a “Free Lunch” class that can be attended that includes a lesson and lunch – all for free. “I’m really excited about the teachers we have this year,” said board member Tom Shannon. “These are teachers we really wanted to go out and get, and I’m so happy that they’ve said yes. It’s going to be a big part of our festival.” Once again, the festival will feature 10 different acts each night. The shows will start at 7 p.m. on January 17-19 (Thursday-Saturday) at the Midvale Performing Arts Center, 695 W. Center St. Each night will be broken up into two acts with a 30-minute intermission in between. Tickets will be $10 per night. There is a special pass available to the first 50 buyers for all three nights for $22. It should be noted that the comedy is mostly PG-13, but there will likely be some language that can come out, especially in the second half of the shows. This will be especially true on the final set on Friday night. This year the WIF has some of their favorite acts from last year returning, including Rollin ‘n’ Riches and The Purdy Twins, and some new acts including Murder, Murder (improvising a 20-minute murder mystery), The Next Generation Gap (father and son team), and Bird & Friend from New York. Utah teams like Quick Wits, Murder Fairy & Arson Leprechaun, and Park City Improv, will be joined by some other teams making their first WIF appearance. These include Improv Broadway and Rev Mayhem: The Improvised Rock Band. When not improvising, the performers will be enjoying the wonders of Utah as well as competing in the second annual WIF Top Golf Shoot Out, doing some “Laugh Yoga,” going on a ghost hunt in the Midvale Performing Arts Center, and wrapping up with a late-night karaoke party featuring “Life of the Party” and Rob Ferre. For more information about the festival and tickets, please visit their website at wasatchimprov.com. l
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he long line at the local auto body shop isn’t just for oil changes, it’s for winter tires too. With temperatures dropping and leaves soon to follow, it’s time for a refresher course on safe winter driving. 1) Know the conditions Technology affords us the privilege of knowing road conditions before ever leaving the house. Utah Department of Transportation has more than 2,200 traffic cameras or sensors which gives visuals and data on all major UDOT roads. Drivers can then adjust their routes or schedules according to the heaviness of traffic making for less congestion and less risk for accidents. The UDOT app means you can see all those cameras from your phone. Twitter feeds also provide alerts about traffic situations throughout the state, including roads up the canyon. Unified Police have a canyon alerts Twitter page for to update traffic in Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons as well as tire requirements and road closures. 2) Prepare the car Make sure the car is prepared for the road conditions, first with good tires. Snow tires give greater tread for better traction. If only two new tires are placed on the car, make sure to put them in the rear. With the falling snow, it’s necessary to have quality wiper blades that ensures clear views rather than leaving water streaks across windshield impairing your ability to drive. The wiper
fluid reservoir also needs to be replenished before the first snows hit. Snow and ice should be completely removed from the windows, headlights and taillights prior to driving to ensure visibility. If your car is parked outside overnight, place towels over the windows. This keeps the windows from icing over. A system should be in place to check everything in your car such as the battery power and your cooling system. Antifreeze helps the vehicle withstand the freezing temperatures. The vehicle should also be stocked with safety items in the case of an emergency. The Utah Department of Public Safety suggests on its website to have jumper cables, a tow rope and small shovel in case the car gets stuck, reflectors or flares to make sure your car is visible to others driving, flashlight and batteries, extra winter clothes, first-aid kit, battery or solar powered radio, sleeping bag, fresh water and non-perishable food, paper towels and hand warmers. 3) Control the vehicle Keeping the car under control requires some safe driving tips. The most obvious: drive slowly. Despite our impatience or urgency to get to the desired location, slow driving is the safest driving. Staying under the speed limit, which is meant for ideal conditions, becomes even more important when traveling over snow, ice, standing water or slush. In driver’s education courses, prospective
drivers learn about the rule for distance between your car and the one in front of you. Driving 60 mph? Stay six car lengths back. 70 mph? Seven car lengths back. This distance should be increased even more during wet conditions to allow the car time and space to stop without rear ending the vehicle in front. All movements should be gradual rather than sudden. This means avoiding sharp turns, accelerating slowly and braking softly. Though you may have four-wheel drive or even all-wheel drive, this does not give license to drive recklessly in winter conditions. This means staying off cruise control as well. The need for seat belts increases tenfold during the winter. With car seats, place coats or blankets around the children after strapping them in. Coats can limit the effectiveness of a car seat. Stay alert. Deer become more active after storms. Black ice causes many crashes and that ice typically looks like wet spots. If skidding does take place, steer in the direction the back of the car is going and ease off the gas. Remember to keep the gas tank at least halfway full, it will keep the gas tank from freezing and if you get stuck in a traffic jam, you may need as much gas as possible. 4) Time For those of you who struggle with punctuality, this becomes paramount. Giving yourself plenty of time to reach your destination means you won’t rush, decreasing the chances of a crash. l
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Midvale 2018: captured by its Best Photos
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f a photo says a thousand words, then the following pages could write a book capturing some of Midvale’s memorable moments in 2018.
From the groundbreaking for the new Hillcrest High School to a musical about nuns, 2018 was one to remember. l
Hillcrest runner Zac Hastings, seen here at the March 31 Utah Valley Invitational. Hastings went on to finish eighth and ninth in the 800 meters and 1600 meters at the state meet. This past fall, Hastings took 16th at the state cross country meet. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
Hillcrest High classmates, family members and friends released balloons with messages for two students who died in a car accident in April during a candlelight vigil at Falcon Park in Sandy. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
Hillcrest High School junior and drill team member Olivia Rodgerson was remembered by her friends as having an amazing laugh, always being up for an adventure and being the sweetest, most genuine girl. (Emily Smilanich/Hillcrest High School)
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Hillcrest High captain and senior Tammie Tan, seen here in the game against Pleasant Grove, helped lead the Huskies to a region co-championship and No. 1 seed for Region 2 in the state play-offs. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
Hillcrest High’s Shakespeare team gathers around theatre director Josh Long at the Utah High School Shakespearean competition, where the school took first place in sweepstakes. (Photo courtesy of Hillcrest High)
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April Kimball Thomas does a musical number in “Nunsense” with a puppet at the Midvale Performing Arts Center in March. Operating the puppet while singing was the most difficult part, she said. (Travis Barton/City Journals)
Team Utah doing what they do best — having fun and playing soccer — at the Special Olympics USA Games. Team Utah, consisting of Hillcrest High’s unified soccer team, won the gold medal in July. (Photo courtesy of Team Utah)
It didn’t matter which name he used in his comedy gymnastic performances, Paul Hunt’s mustache was always a giveaway. Hunt now owns an academy in Midvale that bears his name. But in 1988, he performed at a gymnastics summit between the United States and the Soviet Union. (Photo courtesy Paul Hunt)
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Future Huskies helped with the ceremonial dig at Hillcrest’s groundbreaking ceremony for a new high school on May 31. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
And they’re off — Copperview Elementary students ran laps around their school field as part of the school’s Run with the Cougars, a fundraiser for field trips. (Julie Slama/ City Journals)
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Students should set resolutions for leading balanced lives By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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his year’s top New Year’s resolutions may be to eat healthy, exercise regularly, get more sleep, find a job and join a club to start a new hobby. These resolutions are similar to what school officials say students should look at for setting their goals toward leading balanced lives. “Research shows that to lead a happy and well-balanced life, little things do matter,” said McKinley Withers, Jordan School District’s health and wellness specialist. “Diet, sleep, exercise — with those three, there can be a significant improvement in students’ lives.” While that may sound obvious, sometimes students can’t see it, said Canyons School District’s Corner Canyon High School counselor Misty Jolley. “With tests, papers, assignments, and for seniors, college applications and scholarships, all due at the same time, it’s easier said than done,” she said. “Even increasing just a little sleep and exercise, and eating more healthy than soda and junk food, will help.” Torilyn Gillett, Canyons School District’s school counseling program specialist, said students can reduce stress in their lives by taking a break. “By setting goals and exercising daily habits of living a healthy life, students are building protective factors against anxiety,” she said, adding that eight or nine hours of sleep is recommend-
ed. “Just as your phone needs to be plugged in to recharge, your brain is the same way. It needs to recuperate.” Some ways that is possible is through meditation, relaxation, deep breathing or taking a few minutes each day for a mindfulness app will help take away panic and anxiety feelings, she said. “Even a walk without technology gives good exercise for both the body and the brain,” Gillett said. At a recent Granite School District parent liaison meeting sponsored by the Utah Parent Center, mindfulness handouts were distributed, with examples of how to breathe deeply, stretch and relax. Judy Petersen, Granite School District’s college and career readiness director, said the district works with students to help them lead a well-balanced life. “We are always focusing on prevention and making every effort to help students develop good coping skills and strategies in the areas of self-awareness, social awareness, responsible decision-making, self-management and relationships,” she said. “In K-6 (kindergarten through sixth-grade), social workers do this with growth mindset curriculum and in grades seven through 12, a social emotional skill of the month is delivered through advisory classes, health classes and in other settings.” At Corner Canyon High, student Luke War-
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Doing activities with friends, such as playing basketball, develops strong relationships and skills in teamwork, which contribute to balanced lives for students. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
nock started the focus group Stress Less when he realized a friend was struggling with anxiety and depression. Stress Less meets twice each month and is open to anyone who wants to attend and learn about coping skills through activities and speakers. In January, he plans to kick off new ideas, whether it be addressing learning to cope through exercise, meditation, music or other ways. “The goal is to positively impact kids — the more the better,” he said. “Stress is universal and if we learn how to cope, it lessens the burden, and that can be monumental.” This may be one method students are able to connect with others, something Withers recommends. “When there is face-to-face interaction, students are able to connect more. There’s a social piece to being well balanced. If they can connect, share a hobby or find some way to interact, even with their family, it will provide more support and comfort,” he said. Gillett agrees that personal positive relationships are a key. “During family dinner time, spend time talking. Put away the device. Be in the present moment, where you are,” she said. “Balance is the key in everything.” She also suggested giving service to others. “It’s a way to build a connection to someone or give to a cause and see a bigger picture,” she said, adding that many schools participate in service learning or community service projects. Corner Canyon’s Jolley agrees. “Volunteering helps to develop character and for college applications, it’s huge. It also gives us a feeling of gratitude and we realize we have things that others don’t. Even a small act is rewarding,” she said. Jolley recommends for all high school students, especially seniors, in January — midway through the year — is a good time to refocus. “Seniors have senioritis and aren’t always focused. They should look at what they want to achieve the end of this school year and where
they see their future. It’s a time where they will be opening a new chapter in their lives and they need to prioritize what they’re doing now and what’s next,” she said. Corner Canyon student body president Warnock agrees. “I’m not a super stressed person, but with all the activities I do and attend, I realize I need some me time and need to prioritize. I’m a high school student just like everyone else here,” the high school senior said. Jolley suggests students decide what is important and then set time to accomplish those priorities. “Students should look at what’s going to affect them long term and focus on what is important to them — whether it is good grades to get accepted into college or getting the training they need for a career. Organizing will help just to reduce their stress,” she said. Some students may need to learn to set boundaries, including saying no to things that aren’t as important. They may need to ask for help. “Having other people help you shows great strength and it can be fun to share the load, not do everything yourself,” Jolley said. However, other students may need to become more involved in activities that are meaningful to them or even get a part-time job, she added. Jolley said that through various high school and community involvement, students are learning essential life-long skills. “By being involved, we develop leadership skills, work together and are more productive,” she said. Even so, Jolley said there is a balance of those activities and just “hanging out with friends.” “With balanced living, it encompasses school, work, activities, volunteering, family and playing — whether it’s being with friends, reading, hiking, biking or doing what you enjoy,” she said. “It’s great to set and work toward goals, and we need to, but we also need to live in the moment and be able to appreciate it.” l
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January? Already?! Where did 2018 go so quickly? The rapidity of life choices can really make a difference in the pace we are able to keep. A year ago, there were many people who came into my life to make sure the City of Midvale would stay the course. I became a member of a myriad of committees, councils and advisory groups. The calendar of a part-time mayor is not part time. My assignments that look over the governments that influences Midvale include: • Unified Fire Authority (UFA) Board of Directors • Unified Fire Service Area (UFSA) Board of Directors • UFA Benefits and Compensation Committee • UFA Finance Committee • UFA Legislative Committee • Unified Police Department (UPD) Board of Directors • UPD Legal Review Committee • Utah Transit Authority Local Advisory Board • Utah Local Governments Trust Board of Directors • Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) • WFRC Transportation Committee • Utah State Homeless Coordinating Committee • Promise Partnership Regional Council (PPRC)
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In addition, during the first three months of each calendar year, the Utah State Legislature is in session. Municipalities are always concerned and involved in providing insight to the impacts of legislation. We also support beneficial legislation that provides resources for our City government to efficiently fulfill its mandate from our citizens. There is always a need for our Midvale residents to be willing to volunteer to assist in the application of government within our City. There are many civic service organizations that help meet citizen’s need outside of government. And there always exists the one to one ability that is built within our lives to help those around us – next door, on the floor above our home, the floor beneath, the next breezeway, the other side of the block, the other side of the block, or across town, and including the person/family that speaks a different language in their home than we do – all make up a vital part of the Midvale City. Volunteer assistance never goes unrewarded. This city has many opportunities to serve others and, in the meantime, to develop our own talents. The heart beating in our chest and our mind in our cranium, when united with a desire to serve combined with an effort to improve the life of another, brings the choicest reward of all. Care and charity are the most laudable of human characteristics. Don’t just “have” a Happy New Year – “MAKE” a Happy New Year – for yourself and others.
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The Main Street area is one of Midvale City’s historic assets that has faced challenges in recent years. In 2015, the City Council approved the creation of a Community Development Project Area to revitalize the Main Street area. To do this a Small Area Plan was required. The Main Street Small Area Plan gives residents, businesses, property owners, and the City a shared “road map” for actions and investments to enhance Main Street. Public involvement is an important part of developing a small area plan. Over the past year, the City’s public outreach efforts included both soliciting and receiving information via multiple platforms: • Local business interviews • Main Street Blog • Social Media platforms • Direct email • Online survey • Two public Open Houses • Presentations to City Council Utilizing community input, as well as building on goals from the Midvale General Plan, the Main Street Small Area Plan identifies existing challenges, sets goals to address the challenges, and addresses strategies to improve and energize the Main Street neighborhood and meet the following goals: • Attract new investment • Support existing businesses • Strengthen residential areas • Improve connectivity • Improve neighborhood identity To learn more about the Main Street Small Area Plan recommendations and implementation strategy, visit www.MidvaleCity.com/MainStreetSmallAreaPlan.
Midvale Community Council In our December meeting, the Community Council broke bread with the Mayor and Police Chief at our annual holiday party in lieu of a regular meeting. We were reminded of the inspirational words of President George H W Bush, that community service organizations help form a thousand points of light, bringing hope to many. We took the time to celebrate one another before getting back to work in January. At the January meeting we will be discussing and approving our program for the year and would love to hear from you and what you would like to see. Once approved, our program will be available on our Facebook page @MidvaleCommunityCouncil. Our next meetings will be January 9 and February 6 at 7:00 PM at Midvale City Hall.
Officer of the Month (November 2018) – Detective Kent Kobayashi
Detective Kobayashi was in the area Detective Kobayashi pictured up front in camo. of the Super 8 Hotel working proactive investigations. While at the hotel he observed a motorcycle in the parking lot with a male subject standing next to it. As he watched from a distance, he observed a vehicle approach the motorcycle and a quick conversation take place between the parties. Detective Kobayashi recognized this as a possible drug transaction and subsequently followed the motorcycle as it left the parking lot. While following the motorcycle Detective Kobayashi developed probable cause for a traffic stop due to registration violations and therefore conducted a traffic stop. Upon contact with the driver of the motorcycle and obtaining his information, Detective Kobayashi discovered several outstanding warrants for the driver’s arrest. Detective Kobayashi arrested the subject on his warrants and during a search incident to the arrest he discovered a .380 revolver, a half-pound of methamphetamine, .3 grams of heroin and paraphernalia consistent with drug distribution in the arrestee’s possession. Through his proactive investigation of this incident Detective Kobayashi was able to remove a drug dealer and his product from the streets of Midvale. We commend Detective Kobayashi for his hard work and dedication to duty.
‘Twas the Season ’Twas the season for a little “Jingle Bells” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” students from the Midvale Middle School National Junior Society stopped by City Hall to surprise employees with big doses of Christmas cheer.
In The Middle of Everything Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
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Midvale is “in the Middle of Everything”
Our community features a slew of hotels, restaurants, and shopping peppered along the “Ski Corridor,” (aka Fort Union Boulevard) which provides a straight shot into the Cottonwood Canyons. The UTA ski bus service to Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude runs all day, with 15-minute frequency during peak hours.
Visit www.skicity.com to learn more. Midvale City’s staff presented the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2018 to the City Council. The CAFR is the annual financial audit of the City conducted by external auditors. The City has been awarded the prestigious national Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. In order to be awarded a Certificate of Achievement, the City must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized CAFR whose contents conform to program standards. The CAFR must satisfy both generally accepted accounting principles and applicable legal requirements. The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. Midvale has a robust retail base. Sales tax revenue makes up 39% of General Fund revenues. Very little of the City’s operating revenue comes from property tax. While the stability of sales tax revenue is less predictable than property tax, the advantage to the City has the ability to keep property taxes as low as possible, and the flexibility to increase property tax as needed if or when sales tax revenue declines. One of three Redevelopment Project Areas in the City, Bingham Junction, consists of 390 acres in the northwest corner of the City. The collaborative efforts of Midvale City, private developers, and the Redevelopment Agency of the City (RDA) have turned this former brownfield site into a successful model for redevelopment. Bingham Junction is substantially built-out with a mix of commercial, residential, and retail establishments. The second project area, Jordan Bluffs, consists of 265 acres and is located in the southwest corner of the City. The Jordan Bluffs project area and surrounding property encompasses nearly 10% of Midvale City’s total area and represents a significant opportunity to redevelop the former smelter property into a successful project with a positive contribution to the community. Planned development of the site includes light industrial, commercial, and multi-family housing. The third project is Main Street. The RDA is excited to be in the process of creating a new project area which will incorporate Midvale’s historic Main Street, as well as the surrounding residential and commercial areas. This area is an integral component to the vitality and history of Midvale. The Agency’s goal in creating this project area is to strengthen this part of the community by stabilizing the housing stock, upgrading infrastructure, improving parking, as well as rehabilitating and redeveloping commercial uses. Assistant City Manager Laurie Harvey, who is also the city’s Administrative Services director, stated “While the entire City Staff has contributed to the timely and efficient preparation of this report, special thanks is due to the Finance department. We also appreciate the professionalism of our auditors and their significant assistance in drafting the CAFR. Finally, thank you to our Mayor, City Council, and City Manager for their dedication to making Midvale City great.” “Our citizens want assurances that their city government manages their public dollars with the utmost efficiency, effectiveness and transparency,” Mayor Robert Hale said. “We hope that winning the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award gives them a high level of assurance that is indeed the case. We invite taxpayers who have questions about the City’s finances to go online and read our audit report.”
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Hillcrest theatre students relate to upcoming performance, ‘Sunday in the Park with George’
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hrough “Sunday in the Park with George,” Hillcrest High’s 33-member production company is doing more than just putting on a show, they’re discovering why they create art and its importance in their lives. “The show deals with creating art, which is what we do all the time,” said senior Jack Cobabe, Hillcrest High theatre president, who plays the museum curator. “Through the show, we learn how theater can change people and ourselves.” “Sunday in the Park with George,” shows at 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 24 through Saturday, Jan. 26 in the school’s Little Theatre, 7350 S. 900 East. Tickets may be purchased online at hillcresttheatre.com. Before the musical, there will be a free preshow talk by the upstairs theater beginning at 6:15 p.m. With construction at Hillcrest, parking is available on the north side of the school as well as the southwest corner (driver’s education lot). The show features senior Quinton McFarland as George and senior Aleisha Meier as Dot. Junior Aliyah Kaluza-Walkes is stage manager and senior Kaden Pigsely is the set designer. “Sunday in the Park with George” is a musical written by Stephen Sondheim, who Hillcrest High director Josh Long describes as the “Shakespeare of musical theater.” Although the Broadway production opened in 1984, Long said he only knows of one U.S. high school who has performed it. “I’ve been scared of it because it is so beautiful and powerful and very few high school kids are able to pull it off,” he said. “The music, the acting is mature and difficult. I had alumni ask me why I hadn’t had students do it if it was my favorite musical. When I realized the answer was ‘it’s hard,’ I knew then, we needed to do it. Five years ago, I promised myself if I’d stopping putting limits on the kids. I realized if I thought something was too hard to do, we’d do it.” The show is inspired by French painter George Seurat’s “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte.” It involves George, who is a fictionalized version of Seurat, immersing himself in his painting and learning about himself, his art and how he defines himself, Long said. The plot is set both in the 1880s and the 1980s. “The whole set is the painting,” said Hillcrest stage crew director Giselle Gremmert, who was named teacher of the year by the Utah Advisory Council of Theatre Teachers. “We are building that painting as our set, taking a 2D painting and creating it into a 3D set is challenging as we try to make it look realistic and keep perspective.” The costumes, which seniors Ashley Horiuchi and Kami Loerstcher are overseeing will
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be reflective of the painting. “(Almost) all the characters are in the painting, so we are looking at that for our ideas,” Horiuchi said. Horiuchi, who is playing the character Mrs., said that students in the show can relate to why George appreciates art. “People say that in high school, artists are the purest as we aren’t driven by money or power,” she said. “We create art and appreciate why we are doing so. There’s a line from the show, ‘Anything you do, let it come from you. Then it will be new. Give us more to see,’ which parallels our lives.” That line, “let it come from you,” also has become the theme for Hillcrest theater students this year. Classmate and senior Ellie Otis, who plays George’s mom, said she has learned communication skills through theater. “I’m a better human being and can understand how to communicate and understand others better,” she said, adding that it has helped her understand there is more subtext than what is verbally said. Long said through the production, George’s relationship with Dot, who he’s painting, is examined. “To him, it’s a blur between art and life and what is actually happening or what is in his head,” he said. “With his relationship with his fiancé, he is painting a picture of her and he feels it is his love to her, but she doesn’t get it and wishes he was present and would be sharing more of himself with her. It gives us so many levels of insight and humanity and artistry. Students are able to relate as they understand being immersed in their art. It’s not just being here at rehearsal, but it’s doing what they love and who they are and it’s a chance for their families and the community to learn and appreciate that.” McFarland, who said he repeatedly refreshed his device to make sure he saw the cast list posted online correctly before sharing the news of playing George with his mother, said that the show has been a positive learning experience. “I’ve learned a lot about myself and how I am an artist,” he said, adding that he’d like to study theater in New York City. “I’ve also learned about work ethic, keeping on pace, memorizing lines and rehearsing songs. ‘Sunday at the Park with George’ will tell the audience something about themselves they didn’t know, if they were to let themselves be more vulnerable and show their inner-humanity.” Otis said that there is a line that she has appreciated with the show. “Work is what you do for others, Liebchen,” she quoted. “Art is what you do for yourself.” l
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Hillcrest High string quartet plays for Governor and First Lady By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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hile school children from Brookwood Elementary in Sandy decorated the Governor’s Mansion library Christmas tree for Governor Gary Herbert and his wife and First Lady, Jeanette, a string quartet played light classical and traditional Christmas carols across the Grand Hall in the parlor. It was four female students comprising Hillcrest High School’s Honors String Quartet. For all of them, it was their first time visiting the Governor’s Mansion. The Herberts paused to hear them play before joining the Brookwood students in decorating. “She thanked us for coming,” senior and student body vice president Rebecca Palmatier said. “We introduced ourselves and she said she was happy to have us there.” As they appreciated the classical music, the Governor said, “I play a little piano.” However, Anna Lehnardt, the Governor’s public information officer, said he is a talented pianist. He is known to play during the Herbert family Christmas gatherings. The four, senior Brynne Gallup and Palmatier, on violins; sophomore Valerie Young on viola; and junior Caroline Ciet on cello, all perform with Hillcrest High’s Chamber Orchestra. “They are all my sectional leaders in the advanced orchestra and very dedicated to the music program at Hillcrest,” orchestra director RaNae Dalgleish said. “Three of them will be featured soloists in January on Concerto Night.” The students rehearsed a couple times before their morning performance Dec. 4. “We thought with the spirit of the students decorating the Christmas tree, it would be appropriate to play Christmas music, but with the elegant mansion, we also wanted to play some classical music as well,” said Palmatier, who has played violin since she was three and plans to study violin in college. “The mansion is beautiful.” The parlor is not only the First Lady’s favorite room, but it’s that of the quartet. “It’s really pretty,” said Gallup, who has been playing violin since she was three. “I felt like it was a church as we arrived. It has really good acoustics in here.” Caroline, who is a junior, said she appreciated “every room with its own theme and style.” She has played cello for 10 years and after performing a leading role in the school’s fall musical, “Hairspray,” would like to attend New York University with hopes of performing on Broadway. Valerie, who has played violin since fourth grade before picking up viola this past year, said that the mansion is elegant. She’s thinking of pursuing a career in either architecture or interior design, so she appreciated the tour given by the First Lady. “She knows so much about the mansion,”
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Hillcrest senior Brynne Gallup, on violin; sophomore Valerie Young on viola; and junior Caroline Ciet on cello; are pictured with First Lady Jeanette Herbert. Not pictured is senior violinist Rebecca Palmatier. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
said the sophomore. The parlor is decorated in blues, golds and whites. “I love this room with the sunshine pouring in,” Jeanette said. “It always feels warm.” She led the high school students to the library, pointing out Navajo basketry on top of the bookshelves, which are filled with books about Utah or about Utah artists. The library also has the desk where just the day before Herbert signed legislation legalizing medical marijuana. Jeanette pointed out the horned hat rack that was given to Park City silver miner Thomas Kearns, who built the mansion, by his friend, President Theodore Roosevelt. Presidents Dwight Eisenhower and George W. Bush also visited the mansion, she said. The tour continued through the formal dining room, where she pointed out the wildlife on the walls, to the kitchen, where from the win-
dows, they could see the carriage house. The kitchen features the steam-heated radiator that doubled as a warming oven as well as a call board and a dumbwaiter. These were technological comforts back in 1902 when Kearns Mansion was completed. It was built to rival the Vanderbilt and Carnegie homes in the east and was known to entertain lavish parties for leading political and religious dignitaries. The mansion was donated to the state in 1937 and also has been used by the Utah Historical Society. The students then were led into the family dining room, which Jeanette said she sometimes uses for her office, and they are introduced to photographs of all the Utah governors and spouses. Their tour continued up to the fourth floor, passing garland-decorated stairwells, to the ballroom, which was decorated for that night’s
opening festivities of the season. “There are rules for using the ballroom. Either the Governor or myself need to be home to have a function in there. Mostly, it’s used for official uses, but with our son, we do host a singles dance and about a quarter to midnight, when the rest of the house is quiet, I can hear the dancing and party going on,” she told the teenagers. Jeanette also told them that the former bowling alley in the basement fell into disrepair, so she oversaw the remodeling of a bedroom and large family room with a kitchenette in its space. The family room holds one of the pianos in the mansion, which Herbert is known to play. The other piano is in the parlor, where the quartet performed. “I wish I could have played it,” Palmatier said. “It was beautiful. It was amazing to play here.” l
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Addresses: Bell’s 48th Street Deli 1207 Murray Taylorsville Rd Taylorsville Lone Star Taqueria 2265 Fort Union Blvd Cottonwood Heights Cous Cous Mediterranean Grill 5470 South 900 East #1 Salt Lake City Guras Spice House 5530 13400 S Herriman Fav Bistro 1984 E Murray Holladay Rd Holladay Shaka Shack 14587 750 W Bluffdale Spudtoddos 7251 Plaza Center Dr #120 West Jordan
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his summer, we took the best parks around the valley and pitted them against each other in head-to-head contests with winners determined by social media voting, until we had a victor. Now, we’re turning our attention to local restaurants, diners, grills and cafes. This is Lunch Madness. We started by selecting one restaurant to represent each city in the Salt Lake Valley, using
a variety of criteria. First and foremost, it had to be a locally owned and operated restaurant. As a chain of local newspapers, we’re all about supporting small and local business. Second, we wanted to have a diverse tournament so we selected a broad range of types of restaurants. From classic burger joints and taquerias to Thai-fusion and potato-centric eateries, there’s something for everyone in this competition.
Voting will begin the week of January 22. As with regular voting, we encourage all participants to be informed voters. So go try a few of these restaurants, especially if there’s one in your area that you’ve never been to before. Find a favorite, then help vote them on through the tournament. Voting will take place on the City Journals Facebook page. l
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Lone Star Taqueria
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(Cottonwood Heights) Joe Morley’s BBQ
Abs Drive In
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The Break Sports Grill
The Break Sports Grill 11274 Kestrel Rise Rd South Jordan
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Pig & A Jelly Jar 401 East 900 South A Salt Lake City
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Spudtoddos (West Jordan)
Pat’s BBQ
Pig and a Jelly Jar
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Pat’s BBQ 155 W Commonwealth Ave, South Salt Lake Sugarhouse BBQ Company 880 E 2100 S Salt Lake City Tin Roof Grill 9284 700 E Sandy Salsa Leedos 13298 S Market Center Dr Riverton
Shaka Shack
Fav Bistro
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Cous Cous Guras Spice House
Garage Grill 1122 East Draper Parkway Draper Joe Morley’s BBQ 100 W Center St Midvale
(Riverton)
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(Sandy)
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Ab’s Drive-In 4591 5600 W West Valley City
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Mediterranean Grill (Murray) Garage Grill
Salsa Leedos
First Round Voting: January 22-23
(Draper)
Second Round Voting: January 24-25
Third Round Voting: January 28-29
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Canyons Board of Education president riding off into the sunset – literally By Julie Slama | julie@mycityjournals.com
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or the past 10 years, Sherril H. Taylor, who colleagues describe as quiet, humble and steady, has appeared before the community in his suit and tie, conducting Canyons Board of Education meetings, listening to patrons at his district town halls, thanking teachers for their service and speaking to students at graduations and new school ribbon cutting ceremonies. During his tenure, the district was formed after splitting from Jordan School District; two multi-million dollar bonds were passed allowing for the building of 13 schools with nine more new school buildings or major renovations promised; teachers’ salaries were bumped to be more competitive; the long-promised high school in Draper was built; elementary schools introduced brain boosters with expanded learning opportunities; Hillcrest and Jordan high schools opened its doors in the summer to incoming struggling students; more support has been given to Title I schools for social and emotional needs; agreements have been made with neighboring towns in terms of facilities and ideas for growth; and the list goes on. Now, after 33 years in the education field before serving 14 years combined on both Jordan’s and Canyons’ boards of education, Taylor decided “it’s time to hand off the baton; we’ve accomplished what we set to do.” He officially retires in January 2019. Or rather, he will jump on his Harley motorcycle in chaps and a leather jacket to spend time outdoors when he is not with his family. “My favorite Sherril story,” former board member Paul McCarty recalls, “was on July 1, 2009, the opening day of Canyons School District. We had a school bus for the board and the senior district administration, with (then Sandy Mayor) Tom Dolan and the police and we were going to parade down State Street. But not Sherril. He rolls up on his Harley Davidson with high goose neck handlebars. This is Sherril, who always has on his nice suit, starched collar, impeccable hair, and he’s dressed in black leather jacket, leather chaps and a red bandana over his head. He looked like someone you wouldn’t want your daughter to marry. Then he says, ‘follow me,’ and Sherril takes off. It was the alter ego of Sherril, one we all may have but never show in public, but there he was and it was cool to see a great big Harley escorting the school bus.” Since that day, he has been seen “in his leathers” after riding his Harley to informal board presidency meetings, board member Steve Wrigley said, but “that first time of seeing him riding the first day of school, shocked us.” Taylor said he learned much of his love of the outdoors, from riding a motorbike to breaking horses, while growing up on a farm. After the farm, Taylor and his wife, Pat, attended Snow College, then moved to Logan to attend Utah State University. He also holds a master’s in education from Westminster College and an administrative certificate from the University of Utah.
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Sherril Taylor, right, and others turn the first shovels of dirt May 31, 2018 for the new Hillcrest High School. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
“My wife and I decided to go into education,” he said. “We both like education and serving our community, and especially helping kids. It was a good career for us and for our family.” Taylor began his career at South Cache Junior High, but in 1970, he and his wife moved to Jordan School District, where Taylor became Butler Middle’s science and physical education teacher. Pat Taylor taught third grade at Draper Elementary for 31 years before retiring. When Indian Hills Middle School was built 10 years later, Taylor opened its science department, teaching zoology and botany. “I loved teaching here,” he said after the school’s 2017 groundbreaking ceremony for the recently completed renovation. “It was an exciting time working with kids. We did a lot of lab work with microscopes. We dissected frogs and a few sharks.” Taylor then went on to intern as Eastmont Middle’s assistant principal, then served as assistant principal at Mt. Jordan Middle, West Jordan and Copper Hills high schools before becoming principal at Oquirrh Hills Middle School. He then became the staff assistant for Jordan School District’s assistant superintendent over the southeastern part of the district. “It was a great experience. I learned from
a great leader, Brenda Hales, how to be kind to people, how to be effective and detailed,” Taylor said. Taylor retired in 2002 for a year before running for Jordan School Board of Education, which he served on through the district split, even serving on both Jordan and Canyons board simultaneously. “Everybody was working hard then,” he said about the tumultuous times. “The cities gave Canyons a place to meet while working with a consulting team to form the new district and hire people. The mayors were helpful and supportive of us as we got organized. We had tons of people volunteer to help in our community. So many people had a part and worked so hard. It was the greatest accomplishment.” Former board member Ellen S. Wallace credits Taylor for his dedication and service during those early years. “He has been a champion of the underdog and a visionary man in creating a new district from the ground up,” she said. Board member Mont Millerberg said that one of the first things they did was to hire Canyons first superintendent. “We interviewed a lot of people, had debates over candidates, negotiated settlements, looked for someone with leadership and a vi-
sion and who could present well in public and understood the issues. Sherril had knowledge of being a teacher, principal and working in a district office, so his input was greatly appreciated,” he said. Taylor, and former board member Tracy Cowdell, came riding to some meetings on their Harleys, McCarty recalled. “We needed the laughter, the humorous moments in all the stresses of creating a new school district, spending 20 to 30 hours each week and that wasn’t counting all the hours of answering the public’s questions about the district. It was a lot of dedication by all the school board members who laid that foundation — but Sherril, he was the board’s vice president then, could see that we also needed to take a moment to smile. There was a great deal of synergy as we worked together, but we owe a lot of gratitude to Sherril for his dedication and vision,” he said. For Taylor, the new school district was a chance to keep promises. “For years, the Jordan Board (of Education) promised Draper they would build a high school in Draper and that was always a priority for me. We needed to keep our promise and the other schools needed upgrading and the mayors were on board supporting us,” he said.
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Canyons Board of Education President Sherril Taylor, who taught at Indian Hills Middle, welcomes community members to the school’s major renovation ribbon cutting this fall as his photo is projected behind him. (Julie Slama/City Journals)
Former Draper Mayor Darrell Smith said that meant a lot to him and the community. “To his credit, he stepped forward and became the leader of the district and kept the vision of Draper schools,” he said. “He was the right guy, in the right time, in the right position to keep the ball moving. If we didn’t have the high school, we wouldn’t be state champions today in a couple things. Thanks to him and others, Draper City finally got what they wanted.” While on the board, Taylor worked with the Utah High School Activities Association, helping set goals to playing a part in realigning the regions. He also has been a part of the redevelopment team that worked with cities’ master plans and businesses, such as partnering with Cottonwood Heights and Sandy to create middle school theatres for community and school use, or Sandy, in the construction of Hale Theatre which promised to provide tickets to students and teachers, to see how decisions would impact the schools. “We would want to know how they would help our kids and what was the return to the community,” he said, adding recently a technology company promised to provide training and internships to students. For his dedication, Sandy City awarded Taylor the 2018 Outstanding Local Elected Official of the Year, an award Taylor wouldn’t receive on his own behalf, but only if he could recognize others in on the board and in the district.
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“Everyone worked so hard. It wasn’t an award for one person. We all want to live up to the mission,” he said. Millerberg said Taylor’s response is typical of his character. “He’s slow to take the credit, but quick to share it,” he said. Sandy’s former mayor said Taylor’s leadership has been critical to the community. “Sherril is a wonderful person who is so dedicated to children and families and has accomplished so much under his leadership,” Tom Dolan said. “We’ve worked together on the city’s master plan, which will help both the city and the school district move ahead. He’s a serious guy with a sweet heart, one who cares and is so kind. The award was our way of thanking him for his contribution.” However, it’s the daily business where his colleagues greatly appreciate him. They say he is formal, logical, soft spoken and “never eats dinner with us, but takes it home, as he’s all business,” Wrigley said. “He is soft-spoken, and everyone listens,” McCarty said. “He has ideas, he has wisdom, and wants to get things done.” Superintendent Jim Briscoe said that his “strong leadership and steady hand” has guided the board to “build a consensus for the good of the children that will help create a lasting impact.” However, Briscoe, also appreciates Taylor’s puns. “You need to stay very alert when he is sharing. He will wait until you get it
before he moves on. One thing I can kick myself for is not writing them down,” he said. Board Vice President Nancy Tingey agrees. “He is really gifted at coming up with one-liners that can just make me laugh,” she said. “He has a pocketful of them. He was born of wisdom, wit and a big heart. His wealth of experience has benefitted the board with his connections. He truly loves children and educators and makes every effort to serve the community. He leads by helping others be successful. He ensures everyone is comfortable to speak and he values the voice of his fellow board members. He is humble and confident; it’s a good mixture.” Millerberg said he is reassuring and encouraging for the board. “Sherril has a calming influence,” he said. “He understands education inside and out. As board president, he listens first, then holds his opinion until last. He is very collaborative and works with everyone to reach a decision. It’s a seven-member board and everyone matters.” Utah PTA Student Leadership Commissioner Betty Shaw appreciates his leadership and thoughtfulness. “He is a quiet man, but has great leadership strength,” she said. “He makes sure that he gets things right and respects all in their opinions, even if he disagrees. He tries to keep things running smoothly and fairly to have the meetings be on track. I have been blessed to be able to call him my friend and will dearly miss his experience in leading the board and his kindness in how he treats all people.” Wrigley said Taylor has been dedicated. “He is a strong advocate and loyal, keeping his word to Indian Hills, the last school in the 2010 bond, that there would be funding for its renovation,” he said. “He has brought a collaborative board presidency to work with Superintendent Briscoe and for our district. He has dedicated his whole life and heart to help students. He is a stewardship leader, not one in the limelight, but nonetheless, his leadership is unparalleled,” he said. Smith compares Taylor to John R. Park, who lent his name to the first school in Draper. “Sherril is a lot like John R. Park; he was a visionary for schools back in his day too. And he was able to put his talents, his ability to work with people and pull them together as the team captain,” Smith said. “It’s not only how many students he has impacted from his years in education, but also all his hard work for these schools that will serve the future.” Briscoe agrees: “Sherril may be riding off in the sunset, but his legacy lives on.” l
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elcome to 2019! As we all begin to realize the consequences of those holiday snacks and dinners, pesky New Year’s resolutions nip at the frontal lobes of our brains. As we set goals to help us achieve those resolutions, it’s important to remember that we need to set goals that can be completed. Setting a resolution like “lose weight” ends up in a spiral of money lost into programs, diets, gym passes, specialty foods and more. George T. Doran publicized his theory on how to set attainable goals in November 1981. His theory was aimed toward individuals working in the business world, since his original paper was published in “The Management Review.” However, it was such a great idea that today his theory is widely used and almost universally recognized. Doran recommends setting S.M.A.R.T. goals. That’ll be easy to remember right? Let’s walk through each of those letters, and illustrate them through one of the most common resolutions last year: losing weight. A resolution of “I want to lose weight this year” is not considered to be a S.M.A.R.T. goal. S stands for specific. Doran suggests targeting “a specific area for improvement,” even identifying who is
involved and what the action is. For our example, we could identify a loss of pounds, a healthier BMI, or reducing inches around your waistline. M stands for measurable. Doran proposes quantifying “an indicator of progress.” Luckily, for our example, this specific part of our S.M.A.R.T. goal overlaps a bit into measurable. We can measure how many inches around our waist or arms we have lost or see if our body fat percentage has gone down. A stands for achievable. Doran states that “the objective must be attainable with the amount of time and resources available.” In other words, we may think about this point as living within our means. If we know we will be able to set aside only three hours for exercise per week, and two hours for food preparation per week, our goal should not be to be as skinny as Keira Knightley or as bulky as Hulk Hogan. R stands for realistic. Doran advises creating “an objective that is reasonable to ensure achievement.” Health science research has found that an average human being can lose one to two pounds per week, healthily. So, our goal should only be to lose between four and eight pounds per month. T stands for timely. Doran recommends “specifying when results can be achieved.” Make sure to set time stamps
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for goals. In our example, if we want to lose weight within the next year, we should set smaller goals within that time frame. For example, maybe we can lose 20 pounds within the first three months and an additional 10 pounds within six months. Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals can be the difference between achieving New Year’s resolutions and failing to even grasp at them. If we are constantly setting unspecific, non-attainable goals, we may be setting ourselves up for failure. Such failure inevitably leads to a depreciation of mental health and personal
well-being. This may be the ultimate objective for the recommendation of setting S.M.A.R.T. goals: making sure we set ourselves up for success, while in the process, protecting the state of our mental health, and ensuring a personal well-being. And hey, setting S.M.A.R.T. goals allows us to save some money as well. Un-S.M.A.R.T. goals usually leave us in a frazzled scramble where we spend too much money on things we think will help us achieve our goals last minute. Avoiding that crunch time helps our brains, as well as our wallets. l
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f you heard a loud groan echoing through the stratosphere, it wasn’t our planet finally imploding, it was the sound of millions of people rolling off their couches to start an exercise program for the new year. Maybe they want to lose 10 pounds, run a 5K - or maybe even a marathon if they think they’re some kind of freakin’ super hero. Some people hit the ground running. (I hit the ground every time I run. That’s why I stopped running.) Others might take a gradual approach, adding an extra five minutes each day until, like me, they’re exercising for five minutes each day. But some folks lunge directly into extreme exercise—trying to punish themselves into health, beating muscles into submission and then talking about it NONSTOP. There’s no one worse to talk to than someone who just discovered CrossFit. And people who do Parkour?? Intolerable. They jump from buildings, swing from trees, climb walls and don’t touch the ground for 24 hours. When I was a kid, this was called, “Don’t step in the lava” and we’d jump from couch to end table to piano bench to bookshelf to the safety of the kitchen floor. Now, it’s
basically an Olympic sport. There’s always a new health fad that promises to SHRED fat, BURN calories, BUILD muscles and DESTROY abs. (And they mean destroy in a good way.) Spokespeople are usually tree trunks with heads and are as hyped as a toddler mainlining Mountain Dew. If you trace exercise craziness back to its roots, you’ll find Jack LaLanne, the great-grandfather of fitness, and the first person to make everyone feel super crappy about their bodies. Jack LaLanne didn’t wear a shirt for 40 years. Before that, humans were basically doughy people who didn’t give a rip about biceps. Then, Jane Fonda high-kicked her way into the fitness industry, wearing high-cut leotards, leg warmers and terry-cloth armbands to fashionably wipe the sweat from her brow. She had a gajillion housewives burning calories with her VHS tapes, starting the workout-athome phenomenon. She’s 125 and will still kick your butt Now we’re obsessed with high-intensity fitness. (“We” meaning someone who isn’t me.) We throw down $50 to sweat through an excruciating hot yoga class, cycle like we’re being chased by stationary zombies and do hundreds of burpees to remixed hip-hop tunes.
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