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CITY NEWSLETTER By Council Member Quinn Sperry
Navigating Growth, Dialogue, and Community Unity in Midvale
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JANUARY 2024
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As my tenure of serving on the Midvale City Council ends, I appreciate Mayor Stevenson inviting me to share this message (and I apologize to anyone who has eagerly awaited the latest installment in Mayor Marcus’ Message for prolonging your anticipation another month for it to return). Reflecting upon my experiences over the past several years, it is difficult to express how much I have learned, the extent to which my respect and appreciation has deepened for people in our community, and the significance of the friendships which have been formed. The message that I hope to convey today is my perspective on how the people of Midvale – collectively the residents, business owners, and City staff – have exemplified how to develop a culture of civil discourse where people can engage in thoughtful and respectful conversations to address community issues even when those involved in the conversations have and express different opinions. When I was appointed to the City Council in 2014 to serve the remaining time of then Councilmember Robert Hale’s term, there was a particular development in the City which had given rise to much discontent between residents and the City Council and City staff. Residents would often share their displeasure with the City’s representatives during City Council Meetings, at community events, and even through individual phone calls and emails. I experienced many long nights during this period of time where I would contemplate the impact on individuals, families, and neighborhoods of the decisions being made by me and the other Councilmembers. I would try to consider the various opinions and perspectives of those involved and weigh those with the overall perspective of what is best for the City as a whole when making my decision. Each decision that I made as a City Councilmember was done with the intent of trying to do what I believed was best for the City and its residents as a whole, and I recognize that there were some decisions made that were (and likely still are) unpopular with certain individuals. Time will tell whether certain decisions result in the desired outcome. Those difficult experiences and discussions which occurred early on during my time as Councilmember do afford me the perspective to see the progress and growth that our community has made in its commitment to open and respectful dialogue. From the City’s standpoint, there were deliberate steps taken to foster greater community input related to certain issues. We emphasized the importance of individuals sharing their perspectives on contentious issues but also how there can be disagreement without discord. Rather than succumbing to the polarization that often characterizes public debates in our society these days, our residents and City representatives strived to engage in respectful conversations that focused on sharing different perspectives and finding common ground, where possible. Even when a decision was made that was contrary to certain residents’ particular desires, I hope that those individuals understand that they
were heard and their opinion was valued even though the ultimate outcome was different than what they wanted. I take pride in our community which – from my perspective – has progressed contrary to our society’s general trend of discontent and polarization as our residents and City representatives have consciously engaged in efforts to bring people together and foster a culture of respect and civil discourse. I also applaud the City’s efforts of increasing social events to unify our City, such as our traditional Harvest Days celebration but also the more recent events on historic main street. Moreover, while the City’s elected officials may often be the ones to receive praise when things go well (which is much appreciated), I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge that it is the City’s committed and skilled employees who truly deserve the recognition and appreciation for the wonderful events and things happening in our community. When I was new on the City Council, I was grateful for the patience that the City staff, the Mayor, and other Councilmembers had with me and the time they took to answer my questions on several issues. The longer I served on the City Council, the more I recognized how lucky we are as residents of Midvale to have the caliber of people we have working for and in our City each day -- and I remain grateful for the patience they have had with me for so long. My decision to not run for re-election for a third term was done with my family’s best interest in mind; however, that decision was made with a heavy heart as it is difficult to step away from being so involved at the City level in this community where I was raised and have chosen to raise my own family and knowing how that decision will decrease my interactions with so many people who work for Midvale. I do look forward to continuing to serve our community in other ways – just as my parents exemplified for me during my childhood as they served our neighbors and our Midvale community in various ways without being elected officials – and I hope and encourage everyone to be anxiously engaged in efforts to serve in the community and consciously strive to set the example of how people can engage in civil discourse.
In The Middle of Everything Midvale City Asks Residents to Complete Survey About Their Water Service Line
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Craft Lake City Presents LetterWest 2024:
The Midvale City Public Utilities Division is conducting an inventory of water service lines within our community to help residents identify what type of pipes they have. Your water service line is the pipe that runs water from the city main into your home, for which the homeowner is responsible. This initiative is in accordance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent update to the Lead & Copper Rule (LCR), which was finalized on December 22, 2020. Per the new rule, community water systems are required to compile and submit an initial service line inventory to the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, Drinking Water Division by October 16, 2024.
Who Should Participate
Everyone who receives drinking water from Midvale City should participate, but if your home was constructed before 1990 we really need you to participate. Please identify your service line material and complete the online survey by the 2024 deadline as mandated by the EPA. By participating you not only gain knowledge about your water service line material, but also contribute to the completion of this important inventory project. Visit EngageMidvale.com/ lead-and-copper to learn more and take the survey.
A GLOBAL HAND LETTERING EXTRAVAGANZA IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MIDVALE CITY AND THE MIDVALE ARTS COUNCIL Craft Lake City is hosting LetterWest, the nation’s leading hand lettering conference, on March 2, 2024 at the Midvale Performing Arts Center. The conference will bring top lettering artists from around the globe to the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District for a range of activities including workshops, a panel discussion, live mural-making, a mixer and more. Keynote speakers will present at the Midvale Performing Arts Center but workshops and activities will happen throughout businesses in Midvale’s arts and culture district on historic Main Street. Tickets are limited and available for purchase at craftlakecity.com/letterwest/.
New Housing Programs Unveiled by Redevelopment Agency and NeighborWorks Salt Lake
Midvale City Home Repair Loan Program
Midvale City Down Payment Assistance Program New Homebuyer Workshop
Saturday, January 20, 2024 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Midvale Community Center 7615 Park Street, Midvale
Space is limited. Register today!
Light refreshments will be provided
Step by step process of the first time home-buying journey Learn how to navigate the financial aspects of home buying Get connected with trusted real estate and lending professionals Resources available in English and Spanish
Midvale City’s Redevelopment Agency has joined forces with NeighborWorks Salt Lake to introduce two beneficial programs for our residents. The first one, known as the Down Payment Assistance Program, offers loans and grants to help low- to moderate-income individuals buying their first homes in Midvale City. The program aims to ensure fair access to home ownership and enhance community knowledge about the home buying process. Funds are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Check out the program qualifications, loan/grant terms, and Home Repair Workshop document requirements at Midvale.Utah.gov/DownPayment. The second initiative, the Home Repair Loan Program, Space is limited. supports low- to moderate-income homeowners in addressing Saturday, January 20, 2024 Register today! emergency repairs, safety concerns, blight removal, energy con- 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Midvale Community Center servation, and overall housing preservation. Funds are limited 7615 Park Street, Midvale and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Check out the Light refreshments will be provided program qualifications, loan/grant terms, and document requirements at Midvale.Utah.gov/HomeRepair. Step by step process from application to construction To inform the community about these programs, two free Get connected with trusted workshops are scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the The Home Repair Loan contractors Program is made Midvale Community Center. The Down Payment Assistance propossible through the Meet program administration staff generous support of gram workshop will run from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed the Department of Resources available in English and Housing and Urban by the Home Repair Loan Program Workshop from 11:00 a.m. Spanish Development (HUD) to 12:30 p.m. Due to limited space, interested participants must pre-register to secure their spots. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss out – register today at EngageMidvale.com/ EngageMidvale.com/Housing-Programs Housing-Programs.
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JANUARY 2024 CITY NEWSLETTER MIDVALE . UTAH . GOV
Salt Lake County Animal Services: 2023 At a Glance
Join Us in Shaping the Future with the Transportation Master Plan Update
In 2023, Salt Lake County Animal Services, as the largest no-kill municipal animal shelter in Utah, has remained a bustling hub for a diverse range of animals. Our dedicated staff encounters an array of creatures throughout the year, spanning from horses and goats to pigs, snakes, pet spiders, turtles, and, of course, the more conventional dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. Amid this lively mix, here are some delightful Fun Facts from this year. From January 1, 2023, to December 1, 2023, Salt Lake County Animal Services has achieved remarkable milestones. We proudly announce that over 2000 wonderful pets have found forever homes through adoptions, while more than 600 animals were successfully placed with Reputable Rescue Organizations. Our in-house clinic has sterilized over 3,500 pets, contributing to responsible pet ownership. The Humane Educator engaged with thousands of children in Salt Lake County, imparting valuable lessons on Responsible Pet Ownership and How to Approach a Dog. Our dedicated volunteers and fosters have devoted an incredible 43,000 hours to the well-being of our shelter pets. Furthermore, our exceptional Animal Control Officers responded to over 18,000 calls this year alone, showcasing our commitment to the welfare of animals in our community. To discover more about opportunities for involvement, adoption, licensing, microchipping, or donating, please visit AdoptUtahPets.org.
TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION
Midvale City and the Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) are preparing to update the Midvale City Transportation Master Plan. This will allow the city to improve mobility, accessibility, and safety for our residents and commuters.
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What is a Transportation Master Plan? A Transportation Master Plan is a longterm policy Midvale will use to define our transportation goals and how to achieve them. This plan will act as a guide for maintaining and growing our transportation network for all users. Get Involved! Take our survey to tell us about your vision and goals for improving travel in Midvale. Your input will play a crucial part in how we plan for the future! Subscribe to this project to receive updates and be notified when opportunities to participate are available.
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