City of Taylorsville Newsletter
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June 2020
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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Dear Friends and Neighbors, Among the highlights of my job as Mayor is when we can talk together. It doesn’t matter the subject. One of the things I enjoy most is when I can meet with residents of our community — each of you — and we can chat Mayor Kristie S. Overson about what is going on, what you are concerned about and how we can work together to make our Taylorsville home even better. Lately, I’ve received an increase in phone calls to the Mayor’s Office. Some have expressed concerns. I suspect others may have been feeling a bit shut in, with the recent Stay Home, Stay Safe restrictions and other precautions aimed at limiting the spread of COVID-19. Regardless the reason, I have definitely seen an uptick in phone calls and I am grateful that our residents know that we are accessible and available and can be called upon to help. One such phone call this past month was from a Taylorsville resident, Mr. Odell, a very nice man with a Southern accent, who called to let me know there was a sprinkler malfunction near the church. I asked him if he could be a little more specific because we have so many churches in our area. He replied that it was near the Baptist Church, and I said, ‘Great. Can you give me a bit more information? Can you give me some street coordinates? Help me understand where this is so we can take care of it.’ We talked some more but he wouldn’t really nail down the street names or location. Eventually, I discovered that while he is indeed a resident of Taylorsville, it was not our Taylorsville where the sprinkler by the church needed attention. Rather, Mr. Odell was calling from Taylorsville … Mississippi! We had a good laugh when we discovered we lived in towns of the same name in states 1,641 miles apart. The conversation was delightful as we spoke of his Taylorsville town of 1,400 people in Mississippi versus our 60,000-population Taylorsville City in Utah. You might like to know, for instance, that Taylorsville, Mississippi, was established in 1900 and today is made up of 481 homes and farms. Like us, Taylorsville, Mississippi, is home to Taylorsville High School. But its school colors are green and gold and their mascot is the Tartars. It was fun to make a new Taylorsville friend, and while I certainly can’t help solve any problems in Mississippi, I welcome anyone who gives me a call. You can also stop by City Hall; I have open office hours every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. –Mayor Kristie S. Overson
WHAT’S INSIDE – JUNE 2020 Frequently Called Numbers, Page 2 Council Corner, Page 3 Public Safety, Page 6 Heritage Remembrances, Page 7 Environment, Page 8
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Taylorsville Dayzz One-Night Celebration Is a Go but Only If It’s ‘Green’
The Taylorsville Dayzz Committee has been grappling with whether to hold Taylorsville Dayzz this year. Planning the event, of course, has been complicated by restrictions aimed at limiting the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. As of this deadline, most of Utah was operating under a “yellow” designation, meaning the virus generally posed a “low risk,” although individuals were still encouraged to wear a protective mask and continue to practice social distancing. Public gatherings have been limited to no more than 50 people. (See Page 4 for further details about the coronavirus and the state’s risk levels). If the state, including Taylorsville, remains in this “yellow phase,” the Taylorsville Dayzz festival will be called off and we will celebrate next year. But if the state is moved to the “green phase” by June 27, an abbreviated Taylorsville Dayzz will go forward. The Taylorsville Dayzz 5K will be held as a Virtual Run. See details about it below. So long as the Taylorsville-area is designated green, the Taylorsville Dayzz festival will be held on the evening of June 27 at Valley Regional Park, 5135 S. 2700 West. It will feature evening activities only, including: • 8 p.m., live music on the main stage, which will be the only stage this year • 9 p.m., Ogden Skydivers • 10 p.m., Fireworks Extravaganza
“If we are still in yellow, we will not be able to celebrate on June 27.” Please see the Taylorsville Dayzz website, www.taylorsvilledayzz.com, or the city’s website, www.taylorsvilleut.gov, for the latest information. If the festival does go forward, as the green phase permits, social distancing of 6 feet between households is still required, and the use of face coverings is strongly encouraged. “If you have symptoms or have underlying health conditions, we encourage you to enjoy the fireworks from your home,” Dunnigan said. The 2020 Taylorsville Dayzz Virtual 5K will be held as a way for the community to come together and support one another virtually. A
“We are closely monitoring COVID guidelines,” said Taylorsville Dayzz Chair Jim Dunnigan.
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Movies in the Park Start This Month Come have some fun at Taylorsville Park this summer. Three Movies in the Park nights are planned at the park at 4700 S. Redwood Road. They are: June 20 — Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle July 18 — Live Action Aladdin Aug. 8 — Spiderman Far From Home The movies start at dusk (around 9 p.m.) Also, remember to practice social distancing. We will be taping off areas on the grass where families can sit 6 feet apart.
EVENTS JUNE 2020 June 3 & 17 – 6:30 p.m.
City Council Meeting @ City Hall and online. Watch a live-stream of the meeting on the city’s website, www.taylorsvilleut.gov
June 9 – 7 p.m. & June 23 – 6 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall.
Through June 15
Selfie Contest. We wanted to hold an event while still complying with gathering limits so we came up with a citywide Selfie Contest. We hope you have fun with it! See details on Page 5.
June 14 – all day Flag Day.
June 20-27
Taylorsville Dayzz Virtual 5K (Register by June 14).
June 20 – dusk
Movies in the Park @ Taylorsville Park, 4700 S. Redwood Rd. Showing is Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
June 22-26 – all day
Sidewalk Art Contest. Create a picture on your front driveway and the Arts Council will drive by and judge it. See accompanying story on this page.
June 27 – tentative
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Show Off Your Art Through Several Unique Summer Events Are you looking for a way to express your creativity at this unusual time during which we are unable to gather for traditional events and productions? Well, the Taylorsville Arts Council has something for you! The Council has planned several unique activities for this summer: June 22-26 — Sidewalk Art Show your talent on your front driveway. Take a picture and email it and your address to the Arts Council (address below). The Arts Council will drive by and judge your masterpiece. July — Create a “COVID-19 Song” It can be your own music or make up new lyrics to an existing song. Send the Council your performance in an email by July 18 to be judged. August — Lego Art This is a great opportunity to show off your lego-building technique. Send the Arts Council an e-mail with a picture of your sculpture by Aug. 22 to be judged. All winners will win a $30 cash award, and there will be three categories of winners: Children Youth Adults
11 and younger 12-18 19 and over
Winners will be announced on the city’s web page and the Arts Council Facebook page. Your art will be posted in the Taylorsville Journal and on the Council’s Facebook page and city’s website. If you have any questions, please call Susan Holman 801-966-8376 and email all your art to: Susan Holman at holman.bruce@outlook.com Taylorsville City Journal
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COUNCIL CORNER
We Honor This Year’s Youth Council Graduates
In place of this month’s Council Corner, the Taylorsville City Council wanted to use this space to highlight the graduating seniors who have served on the 2019-2020 Youth Council and all their good work. As members of the City Council, we extend our congratulations and sincere thanks. They are incredible youth leaders and have contributed so much to our community. We know they will continue to lead well into the future. This year’s graduating seniors are: Kyndra Burnett has served on the Youth Council for three years. This year, she has enjoyed serving as the Youth Mayor and a Youth Ambassador. She is an excellent student at Taylorsville High School, maintaining a 3.7 GPA for all three years of school while also participating in Cross Country, Track, Concert Choir and the National Honor Society. One proud accomplishment for Kyndra is her qualification this year to run in the cross-country event with her team at state. When Kyndra isn’t busy with school, running or sewing, she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family and being outdoors. She already has begun her college career by taking more than 15 credit hours of concurrent enrollment, which has introduced her to what she wants to study in the future. In fall 2020, Kyndra is looking forward to studying elementary education at Weber State University on the Dean's Scholarship, Regents Scholarship and a few others. Kaylei Powers has studied at Taylorsville High and Granite Technical Institute, where she is graduating as a dental assistant. She has been heavily involved in school activities, such as participating in band and choir. She is also part of the school’s select women's choir, Graces. She has participated in two of Taylorville High’s musicals. She has taken concurrent enrollment classes and intends to go to college in the fall. Following her first semester at college, she plans to serve a mission for her church. Service has always been something Kaylei enjoys. During her freshman year, she served as an advisor for the Peer Leadership team and Hope Squad. She later served the Kearns community in her junior year as Miss Kearns second attendant. As part of the royalty, she helped the community by working at a new food bank, giving away school supplies to kids and serving food at a Night Out Against Crime event. She is also a member of her school’s National Honor Society. This was her first year on the Taylorsville Youth Council, and she says she loved every second of it. Katherine Riggs is graduating from Taylorsville High. Katherine is sad that so many end-of-year activities were canceled this year due to COVID-19, but she has many good memories from last year. She was able to go to Prom, travel on the Choir Tour to Seattle and participate in Senior Breakout, all with her best friends who graduated last year. This year was pretty great, too, she says. She was a lead in the fall musical, “The Secret Garden,” and was part of the ensemble in plays during her other years of high school. Katherine has been involved in the choir program for two years, participating in Concert Choir both years, including Graces her junior year and Madrigals this year. Madrigals was her favorite class, as she loves singing and performing to help bring joy to other people. After graduating, Katherine plans to attend college at Utah State University with a Resident Deans Scholarship. She is planning to major in Family and Consumer Sciences and minor in Spanish. She took three concurrent enrollment Spanish classes in high school to get a jumpstart on her Spanish minor. Katherine also worked as a magician’s assistant throughout high school, performing with her dad every Saturday. Maizie Romney has enjoyed many of her high school experiences. She has participated in a wide variety of activities. Some of her favorites were being on the Yearbook staff, participating in Taylorsville Youth Council and running for the Cross Country team. Maizie enjoyed taking several AP classes and has completed college concurrent enrollment classes. During her senior year, Maizie planned and implemented a food drive at Bennion Elementary for the Taylorsville Food Pantry and spent several Saturdays volunteering there. She will begin her college experience at Salt Lake Community College and plans to study advertising. Maizie hopes to travel the world and volunteer in the Peace Corp. She never wants to own a potted plant. David Stump is a senior at Murray High School who has lived in Taylorsville for the last 11 years. While attending high school, he joined the Jazz Club (as a trombonist), Symphonic Band, Frisbee Club and Taylorsville Youth Council. The Youth Council was an opportunity where he grew as a leader from activities like the Utah State Youth Council Leadership Conference. Even though Jazz Band was an experience for fun, he found that it was something he had to work hard at to create better results, which then helped the band achieve an “Excellent” score at the high school Jazz Festival for all Utah bands. With Frisbee Club practices, David showed determination to improve his abilities and became president of the club, a position he has held since junior year. He loves photography, drawing, and most of the arts. David will be attending Utah State University in the fall, double majoring in finance and economics. He envisions his career taking him from Wall Street to farming, and eventually politics.
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Most of Utah Moves to ‘Yellow’ Most of Utah, including Taylorsville, moved from “orange,” moderate-risk to a “yellow,” lowrisk designation for COVID-19, this past month. Under the yellow phase, travel has opened up, gatherings are limited to no more than 50 people, and team sports are now allowed. At a news conference on May 14, Gov. Gary Herbert said Utahns should continue to practice good hygiene, social distancing and the wearing of protective masks to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. The new designation applies to all areas of the state except Grand, Summit and Wasatch counties, Magna Metro Township, Salt Lake City and West Valley City, which remain in the moderate-risk phase. The four levels of risk are outlined in the Utah Leads Together 2.0 plan, and range from a red, high-risk category to orange, meaning the novel coronavirus poses a moderate risk for everyone while vulnerable individuals remain at high risk. Those considered vulnerable include individuals 65 years of age or older and who have some underlying health conditions, including respiratory ailments, asthma, obesity or diabetes. The final two levels of risk are yellow, meaning the virus poses low risk for everyone but vulnerable individuals, followed by green signifying a new normal. Varying levels of restriction, such as the wearing of protective masks and social distancing, correspond and have been put in place with each level of risk. Gov. Herbert said the move to a low-risk level signifies the precautions that have been put in place are working. "I like the trend. I like the numbers. I like what is taking place. It gives me hope and optimism about the future," he said. Under the less restrictive guidelines, all businesses are open but must take reasonable precautions. Restaurants can provide dine-in service but still must maintain appropriate social distancing and hygiene measures. Schools remained closed through the end of the academic year but can hold driver's education courses. While team sports are allowed, players involved in the sport must be checked for symptoms and spectators must practice social distancing. “All of us still need to be careful and cautious,” Gov. Herbert said. “This is individual responsibility and common sense combined.” With the eased restrictions, playgrounds, pickleball courts, pavilions and athletic fields, paths and trails were all reopened this past month, as well as the Millrace Dog Park and Taylorsville Skate Park. Social distancing in these areas is still required. The Taylorsville Recreation Center was expected to open with modified operations on June 1. The target date for reopening the pool is July 1. See additional information about what the yellow, low-risk phase means at: www.coronavirus.utah.gov
Window Celebration Marks Milestone Birthday Amid Pandemic Eva Risk turned 100 years old and the Golden Living Center in Taylorsville where she lives threw a party outside her window, complete with streamers and balloons, flowers and decorations and, of course, a birthday cake. Because of COVID-19 restrictions that prevent visits to nursing homes and care facilities, family members and friends were unable to celebrate with her inside. So staff at the center propped up an iPad at Eva's window and situated her next to the glass where loved ones could talk to her via their iPhones and wave and blow kisses to her from outside. Eva smiled broadly and delighted in seeing her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren — even if it was through her window. Representing Taylorsville City, Mayor Kristie Overson also paid a visit outside on April 21, wishing Eva the happiest of birthdays and giving her a card and commemorative coin. “We are so grateful to have you here as part of our Taylorsville community,” Mayor Overson said to Eva through her window. “We congratulate you on your 100th birthday and long life and are so pleased to be able to celebrate with you.” Eva was born April 21, 1920, in a little town in Scotland. She and her husband, John, moved to the United States in May 1953. Her mother and father were Margret and Robert Liddell, and she has two brothers and one sister. She and her husband had four sons and one daughter. She is a loving mother who always cherished her children and turned into mama bear when she had to be, according to her family. Eva’s advice to someone young would be enjoy life to the fullest, never do anything to hurt your body, and to love with all your heart.
"Always treat people with respect and treat them nicely," she said. She attributes her long life to her efforts to take care of her body, noting that she never smoked or imbibed. For her birthday, staff at the Golden Living Center decorated her room and gave her a cake. They delivered to her the flowers and gifts that had been brought from those outside to her in her room. Center staff also noted that they are in need of more protective masks. Please call the center at 801-966-4286 if you can donate or help.
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Two Taylorsville Educators Receive Top District Awards
TAYLORSVILLE DAYZZ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Virtual Run is like a traditional run but instead of running with a group, it takes place on the day, time and location of your choice. You can walk, jog or run at any time and at any place. “We just ask that the run be completed during the week of June 20-27,” said Jen Andrus, who plans the race with co-organizer Jared Smith. “At this time, we want to show each other and our community that we are still dedicated to participating in events that are founded in fun and wellness.” To participate in the Virtual 5K, you must register at www.taylorsvilleut.gov by June 14. The cost is $15 for adults, $10 for kids 12 and under, and $12 for veterans or active military. Participants will receive a T-shirt and medal that will be handed out at City Hall on June 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. or June 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you would like to run the traditional Taylorsville Dayzz 5K course, the 5K course map can be found at www.taylorsvilleut.gov, along with the registration form and additional details.
Granite Education Foundation recently announced the recipients of their annual Excel Award – the top honor for teachers in Granite School District. Among the 10 awardees (out of nearly 4,000 educators) were two teachers serving schools in Taylorsville City: Ryan Wells, a Spanish teacher at Taylorsville High School, and Carly Donahue, a physical education teacher at Fox Hills Elementary. Señor Wells, as his students affectionately call him, has reorganized and expanded Taylorsville High School’s Spanish language department over the past several years to provide more meaningful cultural experiences for his students. He works to ensure every student contributes to the class and discovers their language capabilities. Wells so impressed the Excel Award committee that he was named the 2020 Granite School District Teacher of the Year. He will now be considered for the Utah Teacher of the Year prize, which will be announced in the fall. Carly Donahue is a physical education teacher who splits her schedule between Fox Hills Elementary and Crestview Elementary in Holladay. She is known among her students and her colleagues for her enthusiasm, cheery attitude, and dedication to helping her students stay active and healthy. Congratulations to these outstanding educators!
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Contest runs through June 15
We're holding a selfie contest! Here's what you need to do: Take your picture at a few or all of the spots shown here. Email your pictures to: contest@taylorsvilleut.gov Include your name, mailing address and how many in your family or group participated. We'll send a prize for pictures taken at 5 spots or more. We may post your pictures on Social Media #TvilleSelfies
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Sponsored by City Council Chair Meredith Harker and the Parks & Rec Committee
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Police Chief Recognizes Good Work of Officers Taylorsville Precinct Police Chief Tracy Wyant has recognized several officers this year for their outstanding service, courageous actions and dedication to keeping the community safe. Among those honored at recent City Council meetings are: • Jared Evans — Officer of the Month January 2020 • The Midvale Precinct Street Crimes Unit consisting of Sgt. Jaren Fowler, Det. Corey Levin and Det. Chelsea Winslow — Officers of the Month February 2020 • Gene Van Roosendaal — Officer of the Month March 2020 • Sgt. Brett Miller, Sgt. Jaren Fowler, Lt. Brady Cottam — March 2020 Team Citation Award
SWAT, robbery and property crimes, as well as giving his time as a field training officer. The Team Citation award for March 2020 was awarded to Sgt. Miller, Sgt. Fowler and Lt. Cottam and the team they worked with when investigating a case of aggravated stalking in violation of a protective order, burglary and kidnapping from February to March. On March 4, officers from the Taylorsville Investigations and Taylorsville and Midvale Street Crimes units, as well as the Utah Department of Public Safety Air Bureau, responded to arrest the suspect. “We have the best of the best of the best here in Taylorsville,” City Council Chair Meredith Harker said. “We are so blessed and lucky to have these amazing people watching out for us.”
“Officer Jared Evans has continued to show incredible customer service and decency in responding to the needs of Taylorsville residents,” Chief Wyant said during February’s City Council meeting. Chief Wyant went on to share a letter sent by a Taylorsville resident praising Officer Evans in helping her move her car after running over an embankment in which she was unable to continue driving. Officer Evans immediately went out of his way to help her, taking his time to calmly try everything he could to get her driving on the road again. “Fowler, Levin and Winslow have been invaluable assets to not only the Midvale Precinct but also the Taylorsville Precinct,” Chief Wyant said at April’s City Council meeting. These detectives continuously work with the Taylorsville precinct to help with the city’s cases and bring valuable resources in investigating crimes both in Midvale and Taylorsville, he said. Sgt. Fowler accepted the award on behalf of the Midvale Precinct Street Crimes Unit. In addition, Officer Van Roosendaal has given 32 years of service to Taylorsville City. He has selflessly sacrificed his time and efforts in patrol,
Retiring Police Lieutenant is a ‘Warrior’ Police Lt. Saul Bailey has retired after 25 years of service, including several years in Taylorsville City. For a quarter century, his selfless service kept the community safe and protected. His remarkable career is defined by his loyalty, compassion and good humor. Taylorsville Precinct Police Chief Tracy Wyant said if he could choose one word to describe Lt. Bailey, it would be: “Warrior.” “I’ve had the opportunity of working with Saul on and off my entire career,” Chief Wyant said during February’s City Council meeting, “and I remember vividly on a number of different occasions on volatile deals, on bad, bad situations, you’d hear Saul’s voice and know you have a warrior coming. “His dedication, his service, not just to this precinct but to the Unified Police Department, the sheriff 's office, and really law enforcement as a whole is outstanding,” Chief Wyant added. “He is really one of those true fine gentlemen who has a unique skillset.” In also honoring Lt. Bailey, his colleague Lt. Brady Cottam recalled a carjacking case they worked in which they caught the perpetrators in pursuit. “You never want to be on the bad side of the law and have Saul Bailey chase you,” Lt. Cottam said. Lt. Bailey thanked the chief and Lt. Cottam for their kinds words and said he will always keep Taylorsville in his heart. “I think it was very fitting that my career ended in service to this city,” he said. “I am extremely grateful for the time I’ve been able to serve with the fine folks this|organization. ” Pagein16 June 2020
Assist First Responders by Ensuring Address Visibility It has become increasingly important for first responders and other service providers to be able to locate addresses quickly and efficiently. Requirements for properly identifying a building are outlined in city ordinance 2.49.060, “Display of Property Identification Numbers.” When considering how best to display the address on your home or property, consider viewing its placement from the middle of the roadway before permanently affixing numbers. Often the address appears readable while standing next to the structure, but it may become obscured from the roadway due to its orientation. City ordinance specifies: • Addresses must be a minimum size of 4 inches for residential properties, 6 inches for commercial property. • Address placement should be made in a conspicuous location and include contrasting characters to enable the reader. • Avoiding all obstructions, including plants, trees, garbage containers, vehicles and/or points where snow accumulates. • Multiple locations, including a mailbox, front porch and house, are acceptable. However, your mailbox alone is not sufficient as it generally limits size and visibility due to direction of travel. Please contact Taylorsville’s Code Enforcement Department if you have any questions, 801-953-2513. Taylorsville City Journal
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Taylorsville Bennion Heritage REMEMBRANCES This piece was written by Owen Frame as one of his not so pleasant memories of Taylorsville. It was first published as a Heritage Remembrances article in the March 2017 Taylorsville Journal and seems appropriate to reprint now as the world confronts the COVID-19 pandemic. As written by Mr. Frame: By the fall of 1918, the flu epidemic was getting worse, and Dave Frame and I (his brother Owen Frame) continued digging graves. When people were gathered around in groups, we all would wear gauze masks over our noses and mouths to prevent spreading the disease.
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TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER 4743 Plymouth View Drive
Senior Center Implements Weekend Lunch Program Until further notice, Taylorsville Senior Center will remain closed during the COVID-19 opening phases; however, the Taylorsville Senior Center meal program will still be available from 11:30 a.m.to 1:30 p.m. in a drive-thru fashion. For questions or to reserve a meal for the following day, please call the Taylorsville Senior Center by 3 p.m. at 385-468-3370. Also, Taylorville Senior Center recently implemented a weekend lunch program. Please call the center by Thursday each week if you would like to pick up two weekend meals on Friday. Please check out the Senior Center’s website, Facebook page, and sign up for their email blast to receive current updates: www.slco.org/taylorsville-senior-center
Access eBooks, eAudiobooks and Other Library Materials Online We began holding graveside funerals. More and more people were dying, so to speed things up, and to make it easier on the mourners, we would have several extra shovels for the fellows who would help fill in the graves. As the weather became colder and colder, near zero, we had to dig with pick and shovel through as much as 18 inches of the frozen ground. Cold weather lasted all through the winter. The epidemic affected many people; even whole families were sick in bed at the same time. Some of the relatives or neighbors had to take the chance of catching the flu and go into their homes to keep the fires going and coal buckets full. In some cases, they prepared food ready for use. I had been working on the farm with Leonard Mackay, so while he was sick in bed, I did the outside chores. Then when they were all bedfast, I went into the kitchen at least once a day for about three days and washed up their dishes and straightened up the room. I wore a mask while in their house. Thank goodness I didn’t catch the flu that winter and all of the family lived through it. This was a very cruel disease, and many families were not so lucky. One of our neighbor ladies died leaving five young children under 12 years old, and there were many, many cases like this during this epidemic.
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The County Library closed, effective March 13 until further notice as a precautionary measure to prevent potential spread of the coronavirus disease. You can still access eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and other materials through the Salt Lake County Library website with your library card at www.thecountylibrary.org. The library is now doing online live programming, including Animal Crossing, Dungeons & Dragons, Trivia Nights, Writing Groups, Book Clubs and Coding Clubs. All require registration. Please check out their calendar for more information: https://events.slcolibrary.org/events Also, look for more passive programming, including Digital Escape Rooms and Scavenger Hunts, Crafternoons, STEM Friday, and more on the library’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/TheCountyLibrary/ Don't forget about Summer Reading! Check out www.thecountylibrary.org/summer
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Gain Water Insights with the Consumer Confidence Report The purpose of the Consumer Confidence Report is to provide you with information on the quality of your drinking water. In addition to water quality, the report also gives information on conservation resources, potential contamination sources, and where your water comes from. Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District distributes culinary water that meets all federal and state quality requirements. The report can be found on the district website: www.tbid.org/ccr.html or you may contact TBID at 801-968-9081 and a copy will be mailed to your home. If you have any questions, please contact the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District office at 801-968-9081.
JUNE WFWRD UPDATES NO GREEN WASTE IN BLUE RECYCLE CAN Please remember that grass clippings and other organic and yard waste never go in the blue recycle can. If these materials get collected, it will contaminate the entire recycle load in the collection truck. If you have a lot of yard waste, consider a Green Waste can or a home composting program. More information about the Green Waste Program can be found at www.wasatchfrontwaste.org/ green-waste-collection.
AREA CLEANUP
QUESTIONS? Please contact Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District by calling 801-968-9081 or visiting www.tbid.org. You can also follow the district on Facebook and Twitter.
The dates for Taylorsville’s Area Cleanup are June 12 through July 7. During this time, residents can reserve a container to be parked in their driveway. This is a needed change to how the program has operated in the past, and it is necessary due to the COVID-19 pandemic, limited staffing and to protect WFWRD staff from physically handling the waste that often happens with containers being in the streets. Postcards will still be delivered to each resident with more direction on the changes to the program this year. Residents who reserve containers can invite neighbors to use if they so choose. This is being encouraged since there are not enough containers for every household to reserve one for themselves. Here are some ideas: Find someone who is willing to host a container on their driveway for 24 hours. That person will need to visit wasatchfrontwaste.org and choose the day that works best (first come, first served) and fill out the form. There will be a range of days available that will be on the postcards for your area, so you can choose the day that works best for you and your neighbors. On average, there is one container available for every 10 homes. In addition to health concerns and decreased staffing, a change to the program also was needed because of past issues, including: 1. Scavengers that take note of the schedule and dumpster diving in our neighborhoods. 2. Contractors or others from neighboring cities who see the dumpsters and utilize them, filling them up before you can use them. 3. Garbage that spills out from full dumpsters or items that are left around the dumpsters. Especially this year with COVID concerns, this is an issue. Thank you again for your cooperation and understanding.
NEW MOBILE APPLICATION FOR WFWRD CUSTOMERS
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WFWRD has launched a free mobile app for its residents. It can be found by searching for “Wasatch Front Waste” on the Apple or Android app stores, and it is available in both English and Spanish. The app includes a “Recycle Right” lookup tool to find out if a material can be reused, recycled, composted or landfilled. It also provides a scheduling tool for residents to confirm their collection day, and it provides an option for customized reminders for their pick-up days.
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