MAY – JUNE 2022 IN THIS ISSUE:
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Z News.............................................1
River Oaks Golf Course .....................5
City Council Corner ...........................2
Household Hazardous Waste..............5
Utah State Court: Expungements .......2
Water Conservation Rate Structure ....5
Sandy Arts: Youth Showcase ..............2
Sandy Fire: Wildland Outreach ...........6
Sandy Amphitheater 2022 Season ....2
I Am Sandy: Kendall VanWagoner ......6
Sandy Arts: Auditions Crazy for You .....2
Springtime Tips for a Safer Place .......6
Alta Canyon Sports Center.................3
American West Symphony.................7
May HR Corner .................................3
Sandy Arts: Volunteers Needed ..........7
Parks & Recreation ...........................4
Calendar of Events............................7
Photo contest winner: Laura Peterson (@billygoatpix)
Z News Dear Sandy Resident,
By the time you read this I will have completed my first 100 days in office. Each day I am struck with a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to serve our city’s wonderful people, strong businesses, and talented city workforce who come together for one shared purpose building a safe, vibrant, welcoming city with immense opportunity for people from all walks of life. Recently, I presented the State of the City address at our annual One Sandy Awards ceremony, where I announced “The state of our city is strong!” Indeed, it is, and we have demonstrated our strength by weathering the challenges
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of the pandemic which has impacted every aspect of social life and stressed every sector of our local economy in ways we could have never imagined. But today we stand united, as strong as ever! It is a thrill to see people emerge from our “Covid Cocoons” and reunite with friends, family and neighbors. Our city’s early events like REAL soccer games, Hale Center Theater performances, Mountain America Expo shows and even our food truck nights have blown past attendance expectations because so many of us are eager to get back to normalcy and connect in person. The state of the city also addressed the challenges the city is facing due to the unprecedented growth Utah is experiencing. Strong leadership and collaboration with residents and stakeholders are needed to find solutions to affordable housing, water conservation and infrastructure needs. I am committed, as your Mayor, to bring all of the parties together to be a part of the solution. You can watch the speech in its entirety and view the One Sandy Award winners on the Sandy City YouTube page. Beautification Day is coming up on May 14th. I recently gathered a group of business leaders together to encourage more participation in these efforts. We received a very enthusiastic response and a willingness to support the cause. Sandy Beautification Day is an amazing opportunity for business, residents and the city to come together to make Sandy a place we all are proud to live. There are still projects available! Please sign up to help by visiting the community events page at sandy.utah.gov or contact Charlie Millard at 801-568-2197. During the recent legislative session, H.B. 440 Homeless Services Amendments was passed. This bill requires cities in Salt Lake County to help address the winter overflow issue for our homeless population. We have all witnessed the heart-breaking pictures of fellow human beings sleeping
on the streets in the depths of freezing winter temperatures. Over the next few months, I will be meeting with the Salt Lake County Mayors to identify sites where temporary shelters make sense for the community and the individuals who are served. As a reminder, Bulk Waste Pickup is still underway. Please take a minute to review the new requirements. Bulk waste piles must be no larger than 6 feet wide by 20 feet long by 4 feet high. They also must be placed 2 feet from the curb and 3 feet from storm drains. To read a list of the full requirements please visit sandy.utah.gov. We all want the bulk waste program to continue so please ensure materials stay out of storm drains- we can all work together to keep our waterways clean and safe! If you are a Facebook user, please take a minute to follow the Sandy Mayor Monica Zoltanski page. Social media is a quick and convenient way to share with residents the daily goings on in the Mayor’s office. It is also a great way to bring attention to any matters that need immediate action. Sign up for Sandy Notify to be contacted via text, email and calls during an emergency at sandy.utah.gov/ myalerts. You can always connect with us by going to our City websites sandy.utah. gov and SandyNow.com and by accessing our social media channels Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube for daily updated information. For all of the ways to connect with Sandy, visit sandy.utah.gov/ citizenconnect. To reach me directly, please send an email to mayor@sandy.utah.gov. Yours in Service, Mayor Monica Zoltanski P A G E
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Expungements
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When a person is arrested or has a court case in the State of Utah, that record is a public record open for anyone to access. Expunging an arrest or court record removes the information about the arrest or case from the public record and seals it, and the individual involved can legally tell people it did not happen. To expunge a case a person must receive certification from Utah’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), petition the court, pay a fee and receive a court order before the case is sealed to public access. In 2019, the Utah Legislature passed a law, Utah’s Clean Slate Law, to automatically expunge certain low level offense cases after a certain amount of time from the public record without the individual involved having to receive certification from BCI, petition the court, pay a fee or wait for a court order. This program officially launched on February 10, 2022, and cases have already started to be expunged. Full implementation of the law will take time, so a case that qualifies may still be on the public record for several years as the State goes through the thousands of cases that currently qualify. Those who have cases that were expunged through the law will also not be notified. To find more information about the Utah Clean Slate law and to see if your case qualifies go to cleanslateutah.org. To see if your case has already been expunged go to www.utcourts.gov/mycase/ to set up a free account with the Utah State Courts to see all the cases you have on the public record including in the local Justice Courts. If you know which courts you have a case in you can also visit or call the court to see if the record has been expunged. To call the Sandy Justice Court call 801-568-7160. In the 2022 Legislative Session, the State Legislature passed a bill to waive the court filing fee for those who file to expunge any case that either doesn’t qualify under the Utah Clean Slate Law or has yet to be expunged under the law. Currently, the fee is $150 to file in the State’s District Courts and $135 in local Justice Courts. Starting May 4th, 2022 and only until June 30th, 2023 the court’s filing fee will be waived to expunge a criminal record. Individuals will still need to pay a fee with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation to receive certification. If you are interested in expunging your case helpful resources include the Utah’s State Court’s website at utcourts.gov/expunge and Salt Lake County’s Expungement Tool Kit at slco.org/cji/expungement-guide/.
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ADULT TENNIS LEAGUE
9565 S. Highland Drive, Sandy, Utah 84092 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 20% off Summer Memberships May 1-27 Discount valid on Summer and Annual memberships, A+ upgrades, and aerobics class punch cards. (Limit 2 per person) New for 2022: Purchase memberships online! To take advantage of the 20% off, everyone included in the membership must have a valid and current photo uploaded before the Center closes on May 27, for the purchase to complete. (All online memberships will be verified for accuracy. If there is an issue with your membership, a staff member will contact you to get it corrected before the membership is activated.) In-person purchase: To take advantage of the special, everyone included in the membership must come in together at the time of purchase, before the Center closes on May 27, to update photos, addresses, phone numbers, and emails. Visit our website for summer sale pricing at sandy.utah.gov/1933/Early-Bird-Special
POOL OPENING
Pool opens for the summer season on May 28, at 12 p.m.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Monday, May 30. Center Hours 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Pool Hours 12 p.m.–6 p.m. No aerobics classes No children’s programs
LIFEGUARD CLASSES
Learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies with the American Red Cross lifeguard training. Our courses are designed to arm you with the skills and knowledge to prepare you for a variety of scenarios in and around the water. See our website for details.
ACES
This tennis leagues offer players an alternative format that focuses on the social side of tennis play. The leagues provide an environment of fun, friendly competition, and overall player development. Single-game matches are played at Falcon Park and Alta Canyon Sports Center. League is open to men and women 18 years and older. League starts May 31. See our website for details.
TENNIS LESSONS
Sessions consist of eight lessons over two weeks, (based on instructor availability). This is the perfect opportunity for your child to learn the fundamentals of the sport. Lessons will focus on agility, balance, coordination of gross motor skills to accelerate skill development and basic stroke production needed to serve, rally and score. Registration for session one begins on May 24, at 7 p.m. Visit our website for details.
SWIM LESSONS
All swim lessons are taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors. Instructors teach students through a variety of games, activities, and using swim props. Registration for session one begins on May 26, at 7 p.m. Visit our website for details.
NOW HIRING
Alta Canyon is hiring for several positions. For full list: jobs.citysuitehr.com/sandycity
SUMMER CAMPS:
We offer 3 camps for kids: Kinder Camp for ages 3-5 Summer Camp for ages 5-11 Rebel Camp for ages 11-15 Limited spaces available.
KARATE:
Dedicated to teaching Shotokan Karate, IMA is a family-oriented dojo offering classes to children and adults of all abilities and levels. Friday night class at Alta Canyon Sports Center from 5-6 p.m. imautah.com
TUMBLING
For beginner, intermediate, & advanced students ages 4-18. Twice weekly, 4–5 p.m. Contact Whitney at (801) 440-8505
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ACES swim team is designed to give swimmers an opportunity to compete at all skill levels. From beginning swim team to advanced, ACES offers something for every level. Visit our website for details.
ACES JR.
ACES Jr is the developmental swim team that will focus on stroke refinement, technique, and body endurance in the water. Students should expect to work in water with swim coaches to develop all skills needed to be successful on a swim team. Visit our website for details.
PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGY LEGO® STEM CAMPS
We know that kids are already naturally gifted creators. What we strive to provide is an environment where students can create without fear of mistakes, explore fundamental STEM concepts through play, and express their creativity in ways they never thought possible. With tens of thousands of LEGO® pieces and the guidance of our passionate instructors, the possibilities are truly endless! See all courses offered at Alta Canyon on our website.
WATER AEROBICS
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Full-Time/Part-time Benefitted • City Surveyor • Payroll Technician • Water Construction Maintenance Worker I
Part-Time, Non-benefitted • Crossing Guard • Custodian • Official/Referee/Scorekeeper • Recreation Site Supervisor • Camp Counselors P A G E
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SUMMER PICKLEBALL CLINICS Age: 15 & up Cost: $40/person Days: Monday & Wednesday Dates: June 1-June 22 Deadline: May 31 or until full Location: Flat Iron Pickleball Courts-1700 E. 8600 S. Levels: Intro Clinic – 6-7pm / Drill n Play – 7-9pm For more information visit us at sandy.utah.gov/registration
SUMMER PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
PAR K S & R E C R E AT I ON PARKS & REC JOB OPENINGS For more info visit sandy.utah.gov/jobs
SUMMER PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
2022 5K RACES Start your day with all of Sandy Recreation 5K Races. All ages and abilities are welcome; you can walk, jog, run or race. Awards will be given to the first three male and female finishers in each age group. Prize drawing at the conclusion of the race for pre-registered participants only. For the safety of others, dogs are not allowed on the racecourse. Please leave pets at home! • 5K Fiesta Saturday, May 7 River Oaks • 4th of July 5K Monday, July 4 City Promenade • Balloon Fest 5K Saturday, Aug 13 TBA • Turkey Trot 5K Saturday, Nov 12 Lone Peak Park For more information visit us at sandy.utah.gov/registration
FAMILY NIGHT AT THE SKATE PARK Great fun for the whole family! Family night is a great opportunity for families to enjoy the skate park. On these nights, we allow toddler bikes so even your smallest child can enjoy the facility. Family Night takes place on the Monday of the months listed below. These evenings are FREE of charge. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. *Sponsored by Healthy Sandy Partnership Location: 10140 South 700 East Time: 6 –9 p.m. (Theme Nights 6–8 p.m.) DATE THEME May 16 *Safety Helmet Giveaway- 25 Helmets will be given away. Additional helmets available for $6.00 June 20 TBA August 22 TBA
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB Fun-filled activities will include crafts, games, and adventures. Such as go on a mini hike/walk, do a “dinosaur dig," bird watching, outdoor photography and outdoor survival skills. 2 hour sessions once a week for 3 weeks. You must preregister for the program. Limited number of participants at each site. Sign up early. Registration Deadline: Start Date: Session 1 Dates: Session 2 Dates: Ages: Cost: Location/Times:
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Age: 15 & Up Cost: $35/person Days: Tuesday & Thursday Dates: May 31-June 23 Deadline: May 18 or until full Location: Flat Iron Pickleball Courts-1700 E. 8600 S. Leagues are played as Round Robin Social Mixers (no ladder leagues) 3.5 league – 6-7:30pm 4.0 league – 7:30-9pm For more information visit us at sandy.utah.gov/registration
June 6 or until full Week of June 6 June 6–June 23 July 11-July 28 5–9 $25/child/session Go to sandy.utah.gov/registration for locations & times
Age: Dates: Time:
8 & Up Friday & Saturday June 24-25 Friday late afternoon/evening Saturday 8 a.m.-3p.m. Each division will have a specific time to play. Times are estimated and subject to change! Cost: $50/team Divisions: Men’s, Women’s, and Coed Doubles / 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 Deadline: June 23 Location: Flat Iron Pickleball Courts-1700 E. 8600 S. For more information visit us at sandy.utah.gov/registration
SANDY HIKING CLUB Come out and enjoy the many miles of hiking trails within Sandy. The 42+ miles of trails interconnect and can take you throughout the city limits and up into the foothills of the Wasatch Front. Dates: Thursday-June 2,9,16, & 23. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $25 / individual Register: sandy.utah.gov/registration For more information visit sandy.utah.gov/parks
UPCOMING REGISTRATION DEADLINES Youth Fishing Class – May 11 or until full Pickleball – May 18 or until full Hiking Club – June 2 or until full Outdoor Adventure Club – June 6 or until full Rock Climbing – June 14 or until full Machine Pitch (2nd Session) – June 26
UPCOMING REGISTRATION BEGINS Soccer Academy (Fall) – June 6 or until full T-ball. CP (2nd session) – June 6 Flag Football – June 6 Fall Soccer – June 6 Adult Kickball – June 6 Adult Softball – June 6 Sandy Volleyball – June 6 Fall Hiking – June 20 Fall Pickleball – June 20
River Oaks Golf Course 9300 South Riverside Drive, Sandy, Utah (801) 568-4653 Sandy.utah.gov/golf RIVER OAKS BANQUET ROOM Our banquet room can accommodate your needs of up to 180 guests seated, or up to 500 in an indoor/outdoor open house event, with additional outside seating available. There is also access to a covered patio from the banquet room that provides options for an indoor-outdoor event. This facility is perfect for wedding ceremonies, receptions, class reunions, family celebrations, luncheons, business meetings, or golf tournaments. With a full range of custom menus, you will be sure to find the perfect menu for your event. We also offer full offsite catering for all types of events, from birthday parties, and baptisms to wedding receptions and corporate events. For menus and more information on the banquet room or other catering inquiries call, Kelly at 801-231-5250 or visit our website CaleysCatering.com or facebook.com/ CaleysCateringAndEvents B A N Q U E T R O O M AT S A N D Y C I T Y
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GOLF FOR WOMEN This 6-class program will cover rules, etiquette, equipment, and all the shots necessary to play and enjoy the game of golf. 8:1 teacher/student ratio makes this program an affordable and effective way to learn golf. Registration is limited, so sign up early. Equipment provided. Session 1 5/12, 5/19 & 5/26 Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. $90 Session 2 6/14, 6/21 & 6/28 Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. $90 Session 3 7/12, 7/19 & 7/26 Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. $90 Session 4 8/1, 8/8 & 8/15 Mondays 7:30-8:30 p.m. $90 Session 5 8/25, 9/1 & 9/8 Thursdays 7-8 p.m. $90 Session 6 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10 Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $90 Register: inmotionjuniorgolf.com/ladies-course-programs
19TH HOLE @ RIVER OAKS The clubhouse also features a café with daily special and an outstanding grill menu! We serve a large variety of beverages, snacks, and hot items. Located right off the Jordan River Trail, it makes the perfect pit stop on your bike ride or walk. Stop by and see us today!
INMOTION JUNIOR GOLF Summer is approaching so get your kids registered now for InMotion Junior golf programs at River Oaks. Summer classes and camps start the last week of May. Register at inmotionjuniorgolf.com. This is a good time to get your kids into the correct set of clubs. Visit River Oaks to get fit and into the latest U.S. kids clubs. Kids need to grow out of clubs, not grow into them. This ensures proper mechanics are taught and maintained.
Household Hazardous Waste and Reuse Facility Sandy is a member city of the Trans Jordan Landfill, located in South Jordan. The Landfill offers a unique program that benefits Sandy residents while protecting the environment. In partnership with Salt Lake County Health Department, the Trans Jordan Landfill provides collection of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) for free. HHW are items that should not go in your garbage can such as paint, rechargeable batteries, oil, gasoline, fluorescent light tubes, antifreeze, pesticides, and fertilizer. The HHW program sorts and processes these materials in a safe manner to eliminate exposure to the environment. New or slightly used products are transferred to a Reuse Shed. Items in the Reuse Shed are available free to the public at a first come first serve basis. Items frequently found in the Reuse Shed: • Insect spray and repellant • Motor oil • Fuel stabilizer • Latex paint • Weed Killer • Stain and wood sealer • Household cleaners • Antifreeze • Fertilizer Sandy residents are encouraged to take items from the Reuse Center and use them for the purposes they were originally intended. Everyone saves! Sandy residents are not charged for the reused items and the HHW Facility avoids costly handling and disposal fees associated with more traditional management options.
Monday-Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Trans Jordan HHW and Reuse Shed 10473 S. Bacchus Hwy South Jordan, UT 84009 Transjordan.org I S S U E # 92
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Water Conservation Rate Structure
Over the past few months Public Utilities has proposed changes to the water rate structure that will help incentivize water conservation as we head into another drought year. These changes were presented in a public town hall meeting and in several public utilities advisory board meetings. After hearing feedback from the public and the advisory board, a final presentation was made to the city council in their March 29th meeting. If you want to catch up on these discussions, review the proposed changes, or use a bill predictor to estimate the impact of these changes to your own water bill, please visit the Conservation Rate Structure section of the Public Utilities website at: sandy.utah.gov/1897/Conservation-Rate-Structure At this point, the city council will vote on these changes to the Water Fee Schedule as part of the annual budget presentations in May or June. To provide additional feedback about these changes, you can use the form on the above website, or reach out directly to your city council representative. P A G E
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I Am Sandy: Meet Kendall VanWagoner
Springtime Tips for a Safer Place Around this time of year, we begin to see an uptick in the number of residential burglaries in the city. Why and how does this happen? It is quite simple to explain really. As we are doing our yardwork, we often leave the garage door open as we work in the front yard. Once we finish working in the front of the house, we make our way around to the backyard or run inside the house to grab a drink. As we do this, we forget one very important thing…the garage door was left open. Thieves are very opportunistic people, and an open garage door is the invite they are waiting for. In the short amount of time, it takes to grab a drink of water from the kitchen, a thief can enter your garage, take a bike (or any other item) and be on their way. The obvious way to avoid this is remembering to close the garage door. However, other tips would be to try and keep items in the back of the garage rather than close to the overhead door, especially more expensive items. Thieves don’t want to spend much time looking around, so they generally won’t go to the back of the garage. Try to keep tools and other smaller items concealed in boxes, baskets, rubber bins or garage cabinets. There are also several inexpensive technology items that you can purchase and install to alert you when you left your garage door open. As always, if you see something…say something. Never hesitate to contact the police if you see something or someone that is suspicious.
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Kendall is a Volunteer in Police Service (VIPS). He joined the VIPS program in 2012. VIPS volunteers assist in the services that the Sandy City Police Department provides to the community. VIPS are highly trained individuals who act as an extra set of eyes and ears for the Police Department performing Mobile Patrol shifts. They report any suspicious activity they see to police patrol personnel on duty. They also help with other community oriented policing functions such as setting up traffic trailers, golf course patrols, ranger patrols of Dimple Dell Park and community events (to name a few). Volunteers are required to be on shift 8 or more hours every month. Kendall has always been involved in helping the Sandy community. Before VIPS he played an active role in the Neighborhood Watch program serving as a Quadrant Coordinator and Neighborhood Watch Area Leader. He was also a Mobile Watch Coordinator Volunteer in the late 90’s. When the Police Department started looking into a more intensive Mobile Watch Program which ultimately became the VIPS program, Kendall played an important role in helping through his experience in Mobile Watch. Kendall has always been interested and supportive of Law Enforcement. He attended the Police Citizens Academy in 2001 which gave him the knowledge to understand the Police Department and Officers and be able to relate to how and why Police do things the way they do. In 2014 the Police Department awarded Kendall with an Outstand Performance certificate for his role in the VIPS program. Kendall has embraced the VIPS program and has become trained in all aspects of it. He has become a trainer in the VIPS program helping other VIPS members learn the many intricacies VIPS entails. During his time with VIPS, on top of what is required, he has served as secretary, mobile watch coordinator, vehicle maintenance coordinator and traffic trailer coordinator. Kendall has volunteered 819 hours for the Police Department. Kendall is the volunteer that every agency wants! The Sandy Police Department is blessed to have his service. He is dedicated, loyal, helpful, intelligent, and self-motivated. The Police Department thanks him! The best thing about Kendall is his love for his family and church. If he’s not volunteering for the Police Department, you will find him spending his time and energy bettering his family and church. For more information on the VIPS program please visit: sandy.utah.gov/1425/VIPS---Volunteers-in-Police-Services
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Now is the best time to buy cemetery property. PROTECT AGAINST RISING PRICES.
Intermountain Healthcare donates more than $500,000 to address domestic and sexual violence in the state. (Wikimedia)
$540k donation from Intermountain Healthcare will provide help for domestic and sexual violence survivors By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com
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ne in three women will experience domestic violence in the state of Utah. Statistics also demonstrate that one in six women and one in 25 men experience rape or attempted rape, and one in three women will experience some form of sexual violence. With such concerning numbers, Intermountain Healthcare is donating $540,000 and partnering with the nonprofit Utah Domestic Violence Coalition to assist Utahns who need help in recovering from the impacts of abuse. “Access to resources is an essential part of the healing process,” said Mikelle Moore, senior vice president and chief community health officer at Intermountain. “The members of the UDVC work together to support domestic violence survivors in a way that makes access easier and the use of funds more efficient. Intermountain is proud to support their efforts ensuring services are available where and when survivors need it.” Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, sexual and domestic violence cases have risen 8.1% in Utah. The UDVC provides advocacy and education to member programs and community partners. Its membership includes nonprofit domestic violence shelters and sexual assault advocacy organizations. The donation from Intermountain will
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help cover the operations costs of UDVC members. These community organizations provide resources to address healing from trauma such as the reduction of psychological suffering. UDVC will distribute the donation to more than a dozen local organizations: Canyon Creek Services, CAPSA, Dove Center, Friends Against Family Violence, Gentle Ironhawk, Healing Pathways, New Hope Crisis Center, New Horizons Crisis Center, Peace House, The Refuge, Safe Harbor, Seekhaven, South Valley Services, YCC, YWCA, Rape Recovery Center and Restoring Ancestral Winds. To learn more about the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition, visit udvc.org. "The Utah Domestic Violence Coalition and our member programs are so grateful for the financial support from Intermountain Healthcare in meeting the increased need for services for survivors,” said Jennifer Campbell, executive director of UDVC. “Having operational funding will help our programs continue to provide their life-saving services and ensure that when someone is in need, they can find help." l
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