City of Taylorsville Newsletter
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February 2022
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MAYOR'S MESSAGE
City Leaders and State Legislators Working Together on Several Issues
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I’ve said it before and it’s true: All I need to do is look at the youth in our community to know how bright the future is for Taylorsville. Their care about others, desire to learn and do more, and determination to make the Mayor Kristie S. Overson world a better place inspires me every time I am with them. This past month, I had the great opportunity to accompany members of the Youth Council to the Utah League of Cities & Towns Local Elected Officials Day at the Utah State Capitol. Along with Council Members Anna Barbieri, Ernest Burgess and Meredith Harker, we met with state legislators, as well as Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, toured the Capitol and learned about the legislative process. This day is a yearly tradition for our Youth Council and is such an excellent opportunity for them (See more on Page 5 of this section). By serving on the Youth Council, our young men and women are empowered to become involved in civic opportunities and carry out service. They work as a force for good in our community. The three most important skills our youth learn from serving on our Youth Council are: 1. Process of government. 2. Leadership. 3. Service. This is knowledge they will take with them and use throughout their lives. It also is so much fun to be around the kids. They keep me young! I love the interaction and the connections I make with them and their families. I enjoy seeing them honing their leadership skills. In addition to the Youth Council, students Emma Powers and Brandon Sorensen also serve as Taylorsville Youth Ambassadors. The Youth Ambassadors are seniors who have spent at least a year on the Youth Council and must organize and complete their own service project. I must give a particular shoutout to Emma, who made a remarkable impact with her service project this year. Not only did she work to collect warm clothing for the homeless through several holiday drives she organized, but she also secured matching grants. The owners of The Crossroads of Taylorsville shopping center worked with the Rescue Mission of Salt Lake to make a $5,000 donation, and then this monetary gift qualified for a matching grant of equal value by another donor. I love each of our Youth Council members. They have such a heart for service, for which I am most grateful. I am so proud of them and all they do for our community.
Taylorsville leaders have identified several priorities and are tracking a number of issues before the Legislature this year. Among them are funding to fire departments, workers compensation coverage for volunteers and various transportation projects. “We are so lucky,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “Our elected representatives are remarkably responsive, and their dedication to meeting the needs of our Taylorsville community and residents is unmatched.” Mayor Overson and city staff met with legislators representing Taylorsville at a Jan.
–Mayor Kristie S. Overson
WHAT’S INSIDE – FEBRUARY 2022 Frequently Called Numbers, Page 2 Council Corner, Page 3 Getting to Know TVPD, Page 4 Heritage Remembrances, Page 7 Environment, Page 8
Left to right: Mayor Kristie Overson joins legislators Jim Dunnigan, Karen Mayne, Wayne Harper and Mark Wheatley at a luncheon at City Hall.
6 luncheon at City Hall prior to the start of the 2022 General Session of the 64th Utah Legislature on Jan. 18. In attendance were Reps. Jim Dunnigan and Karen Kwan and Sens. Wayne Harper and Karen Mayne, as well as Rep. Mark Wheatley, whose district will include a portion of Taylorsville following the next General Election, due to redistricting. This year’s 45-day session will run until midnight on March 4. Taylorsville’s legislators want citizens to know that they are working hard to represent the city and its residents and are focused on furthering Taylorsville’s interests and goals. City leaders remain in constant contact with representatives, to ensure the community’s needs are met. Representing Taylorsville are: Rep. Dunnigan, House District 39. Rep. Dunnigan was a member of the Taylorsville/Bennion Community Council before helping to organize Taylorsville as a city and then serving on its inaugural City Council. He also is chairman of the city’s Taylorsville Dayzz and owns an insurance firm. To contact Rep. Dunnigan, call 801-840-1800 or email jdunnigan@le.utah.gov. Rep. Kwan, House District 34. Rep. Kwan was elected to the
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FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
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Emergency ...................................................................................................911 Police Department ............................................................... 801-840-4000 Poison Control Center .................................................... 1-800-222-1222 Animal Control Shelter ....................................................... 801-965-5800 Animal Control After House Dispatch ........................... 801-840-4000 Building Inspection ............................................................. 801-955-2030 Chamber West (Chamber of Commerce) ...................... 801-977-8755 Fire Department ................................................................... 801-743-7200 Gang Tip Line ......................................................................... 385-468-9768 Garbage/Recycle/GreenWaste Pick-up ........................ 385-468-6325 (Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling) Granite School District........................................................ 385-646-5000 Health Department ............................................................. 385-468-4100 Highway Conditions (from cell phone) .............................................511 Park Reservations ................................................................. 385-468-7275 Public Works (Salt Lake County) ....................................... 385-468-6101 Dominion Energy ................................................................. 800-323-5517 Rocky Mountain Power ...................................................... 888-221-7070 Salt Lake County Recycling/Landfill .............................. 801-974-6920 Taylorsville Bennion Improvement District................. 801-968-9081 Taylorsville Food Pantry ..................................................... 801-815-0003 Taylorsville Senior Center .................................................. 385-468-3370 Taylorsville Code Enforcement ........................................ 801-955-2013 Taylorsville Justice Court ................................................... 801-963-0268 Taylorsville Library ............................................................... 801-943-4636 Taylorsville Recreation Center ......................................... 385-468-1732 Swimming Pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day) ........... 801-967-5006 Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center ........................... 801-281-0631 UDOT Region 2 ...................................................................... 801-975-4900 Utah Transit Authority (UTA)............................................. 801-743-3882
City of Taylorsville Newsletter We Can All Help with Snow Removal With winter now here, snow removal is an important part of keeping our city going and everyone safe. We can all help out and do our part. Snow removal is also outlined in the city’s ordinances. They include: 14.32.100: SNOW REMOVAL; REQUIRED: It is unlawful for the owner, occupant, lessor or agent of property abutting on a paved sidewalk to fail to remove or cause to be removed from such paved sidewalk and any existing curb ramp all hail, snow or sleet falling thereon, within twenty four (24) hours after the hail, snow or sleet has ceased falling. 14.32.110: SNOW REMOVAL; CLOGGING GUTTER PROHIBITED: It is unlawful for any person removing snow from a sidewalk or curb ramp to deposit snow, dirt or other material in a gutter so as to clog the same, or prevent the free flow of water therein. 14.20.105: PLACING SNOW UPON HIGHWAY PROHIBITED: It is unlawful for any person removing snow, ice or other material from a sidewalk or driveway to place or deposit said snow, ice or other material upon any city road or highway in such a manner as to interfere with the proper use of the same or so as to obstruct travel or to endanger property or persons upon the same. 11.20.080: PARKING PROHIBITED WHEN: It is unlawful for any person who owns or has possession, custody or control of any vehicle or trailer to park or knowingly allow to be parked any vehicle or trailer on any street or highway: A. After any snow and/or ice accumulation, until after the street or highway is cleared of snow and/or ice. Thank you for keeping these codes in mind and stay safe this winter!
EVENTS FEBRUARY 2022 Feb. 2 & 16 – 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
Feb. 5 – 9:30 a.m. to noon
Auditions for A Broadway Musical Review @ City Hall. See Page 6.
Feb. 8 – 7 p.m. & Feb. 22 – 6 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall.
Feb. 21 – All day
President’s Day, City Offices closed.
March 4 – 7:30 p.m.
Taylorsville-SLCC Strings Concert @ Bennion Jr. High School. Tickets are $5, purchased at the door. Find our calendar of events every month on the city’s website, where you can also submit your own events for possible publication. Go to www.taylorsvilleut.gov Also, a standing event every Thursday, from 2 to 4 p.m., at City Hall is the “Mayor is In.” During this time, Mayor Kristie Overson has open office hours to meet with residents about any issue on their minds. Drop by and meet with the Mayor. All are welcome.
Postponed to
July 11th to 16th
Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center
7:30 pm
Tickets $10
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COUNCIL CORNER Lifelong Taylorsville Resident Joins Council as Our Newest Member By Council Member Bob Knudsen As the newest member of Team Taylorsville, I was asked to give a quick introduction. For a greater introduction, please review the article written by Carl Fauver about me in the December 2021 issue of the City Journal. Except for two years spent serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in British Columbia, Canada, I have lived in Taylorsville my entire life, in three different homes 0.4 miles between the furthest two by the “taxicab distance” or approximately 1,200 feet according to the “way the crow flies.” I am a father of three boys, ages 9, 6 and 4, and have been married to my sweetheart, Susan, for 10 years. I have been working for the University of Utah for the past 15 years, and I am grateful for this opportunity to serve Taylorsville City, the place I call home. Former District 5 Council Member Dan Armstrong told me that he was going to step down from the City Council, and he encouraged me to run to take his seat. I was honored to have him consider me a good fit for his spot, so after consideration about what this could mean for our family, my wife, Susan, and I decided that I should run — especially with the blessing of our oldest son who told me that he would be thrilled to share his dad with Taylorsville.
During my campaign, I was asked about what my biggest agenda items were for the city and what I hoped to accomplish. My immediate goal would be to make sure I provide another balanced voice to the Council so we can continue with the great progress that has been made. Having observed Council meetings for the prior year to assuming office, I can confidently say that I have seen a good, respectful City Council working with Mayor Kristie Overson for the city’s best interest, especially during times when not all have agreed on every issue. Knowing the challenges faced, particularly as everyone had to make drastic changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I am even more impressed by the leadership. With the great momentum that we have, I would like to ensure that we can continue forward while fairly considering all items. I would also like to thank all those who participated by casting votes in the Primary and General Elections for me and fellow candidates Larry Johnson and Paul Schulte, both good men whom I consider friends. We are blessed to be in this country where we are able to participate in elections. If you would like to contact me, I would be happy to talk to you, and I will do my best to be available as quickly as possible (estimated within one business day, seeing as I am retaining my full-time employment with
City Council Elects New Leadership
LEFT TO RIGHT: Bob Knudsen (District 5), Curt Cochran (District 2), Anna Barbieri, Chair (District 3), Meredith Harker, Vice Chair (District 4) and Ernest Burgess (District 1)
the University of Utah, in addition to the work with our City Council). Thank you, all, for the support you have shown me during this time, and I am grateful to all those in the city staff and Council who have welcomed me so warmly to Team Taylorsville; I could not ask for a better group to be able to work with. I am thrilled to be able to serve this wonderful city of ours for the next four years!
City Council Members, Mayor are Sworn In
City Council Members Anna Barbieri and Meredith Harker have been elected by their colleagues to serve as the council's respective Chair and Vice Chair. Both were selected to serve in the leadership positions during the Jan. 5 City Council meeting. Chair Barbieri, who previously served as a Planning Commissioner, said she has always had a love for Utah and working in a community setting. Barbieri is a small business owner. Vice Chair Harker, who is a teacher at Calvin Smith Elementary School, also expressed her commitment to continuing to make Taylorsville the best city to be. She is a lifelong Taylorsville resident. Barbieri represents District 3, while Harker represents District 4. “We extend our congratulations and want to thank them for their service,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “Both already represent Taylorsville so well, and they each care a great deal about our community. We look forward to continuing to work with them in these new roles.” Anna Barbieri
Meredith Harker City Council Members Anna Barbieri, Meredith Harker and Bob Knudsen, as well as Mayor Kristie Overson, were sworn in Jan. 5 following their elections in November. Mayor Overson and Council Member Harker were both re-elected, while Council Member Barbieri was elected following a mid-term appointment and Council Member Knudsen was voted in to serve his first term, representing District 5. To reach your elected representative, go to taylorsvilleut.gov/government/elected-officials.
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TVPD Celebrates Fifth-Grade Holiday Card Design Winners Get to know the new TVPD. Check this space each month for articles highlighting the units and employees that make up the Taylorsville City Police Department. Congratulations to our two 2021 Taylorsville fifth-grade holiday card design winners — Nevaeh Teo of Acradia Elementary (Mrs. Hunsaker’s class) and Ezekiel Cryer of Fox Hills Elementary (Mrs. Kambouris’ class). It has been a long tradition of the Taylorsville Police Department to solicit help from local fifth-graders to design our official holiday card. In addition to having their drawings featured on the card, the winners will be taken to lunch by Mayor Kristie Overson, Chief Brady Cottam and Dets. Kyle Andrew and Daniel Christensen, who act as liaisons with our local elementary schools. The goal of this program is simply to provide positive experiences between our law enforcement officers and local fifth-grade and elementary school-age students. More than 250 entries were submitted to our holiday card contest this year. As the winners, Ezekiel and Nevaeh, along with their families, attended the Jan. 5 City Council meeting where they were introduced to the council and administration. It was a full house as many of our elected officials were also sworn in that night. Ezekiel and Nevaeh did not shy at the opportunity; they stood before a packed house and were presented as the card winners. Nevaeh’s mom describes her as a blessing to their family and someone who is always kind and willing to help. Nevaeh enjoys P.E. and social studies classes, playing board games and volleyball. Ezekiel is described as fun and outgoing. He loves math, video games, sports and music. Both Ezekiel and Nevaeh, of course, also love drawing. We thank both students, as well as all the fifth-graders who participated. We are also grateful to all educators in the community — their great examples — and recognize the role each plays in shaping our future generations.
TVPD Employee of the Month Please join us in congratulating Records Manager Donny Gasu as our TVPD Employee of the Month. Gasu is a member of our civilian staff and has over 10 years’ experience working in Law Enforcement. Gasu has worked for both Unified Police Department and Taylorsville Police Department. He has also worked directly for the City of Taylorsville as emergency planning manager. In total, he has served the citizens of Taylorsville for more than 12 years. Gasu has served in various capacities, which include evidence technician, emergency planning manager and records manager. Gasu always has a positive attitude and is willing to tackle any challenge or task that is assigned to him. It is this positive attitude that prompted Chief
Brady Cottam to nominate Gasu as Employee of the Month. Chief Cottam described Gasu’s positive attitude as contagious and called his work ethic and willingness to learn as unmatched. As TVPD continues to evolve and implement innovative ideas, Gasu was tasked with creating a new statistical tracking method for the department. This data will be presented at City Council meetings to our local elected, city and police administration officials on a regular basis. Gasu was able to create this while also staying on top of his regularly assigned duties. This newly designed statistical presentation method will help our city leaders determine how to best allocate resources within TVPD and Taylorsville City. We appreciate Gasu’s dedication to the citizens of Taylorsville and Team Taylorsville. We thank him for his service!
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Youth Council Participates in Day at Legislature The Taylorsville Youth Council spent the day at the Legislature this past month. They joined Mayor Kristie Overson, Council Members Anna Barbieri, Ernest Burgess and Meredith Harker, and Youth Council Advisor Kris Heineman for the Utah League of Cities & Towns Local Elected Officials Day at the Utah State Capitol. It is a yearly tradition for the Youth Council to attend the day, which provides an excellent opportunity for the youth to talk to legislators and see first-hand how the process works. “It was a really fun day for the kids, and it was interesting to see their perspectives,” said Mayor Overson. “Our youth handled themselves very well. They were well-spoken and articulate, and we want to thank them for representing Taylorsville so well.” In addition to touring the Capitol Jan. 19, the Youth Council met with legislators, as well as Gov. Spencer Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson. They listened to a floor session, learned about the process to design a new state flag, were invited to lunch and took a tour of the building. It was all part of the council mission to provide opportunities for young people to learn about and participate in local government.
Taylorsville GIS Planner Honored for Redistricting Efforts Taylorsville GIS Planner Karyn Kerdolff was honored before the City Council this past month for her invaluable volunteer efforts assisting the Utah Independent Redistricting Commission. Last May, the commission put out a call throughout the Wasatch Front for volunteers to assist with mapping. Kerdolff was among those who stepped forward, volunteering her time and efforts to run the GIS (geographic information system) software. “What was really nice,” said Utah Independent Redistricting Commissioner Jeff Baker, “was that she didn’t just drive the software, she did much more than that; she would engage with us.” Throughout the process, Kerdolff offered advice and direction on the mapping process, Baker noted. During a time where the commission staff was taxed heavily with various different administrative duties in addition to GIS planning, “volunteers such as Karyn literally made the difference between the commission failing and the commission succeeding,” he said. “And we did succeed in our work.” Kerdolff was awarded a plaque recognizing her “service and dedication to the people of Utah and the 2021 Utah Independent Redistricting Commission. Your effort and sacrifice helped create opportunities for all Utahns to have a voice in the redistricting process.” Mayor Kristie Overson said the commendation is well deserved. “Karyn is an invaluable part of Team Taylorsville,” she said. “Not only do we depend on her work, which is impeccable, but we are so grateful to have her as a friend. Her cheery and helpful nature brings sunshine to City Hall.” The Utah Independent Redistricting Commission was created in 2018 through the passage of Utah Proposition 4. It was composed of seven commissioners – appointed by both Democratic and Republican party leaders – with the chair appointed by the governor. Their job was to recommend maps of congressional, state Senate, state House and state school board districts for final consideration by the Legislature.
Special Pricing for Taylorsville Residents
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STATE LEGISLATORS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 House in 2016. She is an associate professor of psychology at Salt Lake Community College, where she was named a Distinguished Faculty Lecturer. To contact Rep. Kwan, call 385-249-0683 or kkwan@le.utah.gov. Sen. Wayne Harper, District 6. Sen. Harper is a long-time resident of Taylorsville, where he works as the city’s Economic Development Director. Sen. Harper was first elected to the Legislature as a member of the House of Representatives. To contact Sen. Harper, call 801-566-5466 or email wharper@le.utah.gov. Sen. Karen Mayne, District 5. Sen. Mayne is the Minority Leader in the Utah State Senate. She is retired after working as a para-educator with the Granite School District. To contact Sen. Mayne, call 801-232-6648 or email kmayne@le.utah.gov. “We enjoy such a good relationship with each,” Mayor Overson said. “Our legislators are attentive and responsive. I have full confidence in them and their abilities.” Efforts and potential bills discussed at the city luncheon with legislators included: • Increasing the level of up-front funding to local fire departments that provide support to outof- state agencies (such as the extensive fires that occurred in California). • Allowing for workers compensation coverage for volunteer workers (they are currently not covered). • Clarifying who pays for criminal evidence retention costs. • Defining standards of classification for condemned housing. • Various transportation projects (4700 South, Redwood Road BRT, bridge repairs). In addition to the legislative luncheon, Mayor Overson and members of the Taylorsville Youth Council participated in the Utah League of Cities & Towns (ULCT) Local Elected Officials Day on Jan. 19. It is a yearly tradition for the Youth Council to attend the day, which provides an excellent opportunity for the youth to talk to legislators and see first-hand how the process works. (See pictures on Page 5). Mayor Overson also plans to attend the ULCT Legislative Policy Committee meeting, held every Monday (except President’s Day) at noon in Room 210 of the Senate Building on the Capitol campus.
Taylorsville Community Gardens The Taylorsville Community Garden at the Heritage Museum will open Saturday, Feb. 26, at 10 a.m. for spring planting. Cost is $25.
THE TAYLORSVILLE ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS
A broadway TRYOU TS SA TURDA Y , FEB 5 T H 9:30 AM T O N OON @ C IT Y HA LL FEATURING SHOWS THAT DIDN'T WIN BEST MUSICAL AT THE TONYS
come prepared to sing 16 bars of a slow song and 32 bars of a fast song PERFORMANCES ARE MARCH 4TH & 5TH
MiD-Valley Performing arts center
If you are interested, call Toni Lenning at 801-414-4192
Tickets $10
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TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER
REMEMBRANCES
4743 S. Plymouth View Drive
Grab Lunch, Visit with Friends at the Senior Center The Taylorsville Senior Center, 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive, offers lunch daily from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Just get a ticket at the front desk, and view the menu, as well as a program schedule, online at www.slco.org/taylorsville-senior-center Remember becoming a member is free and it allows you access to the Taylorsville Senior Center and all the other county Senior Centers. Come in and see Daisy to fill out an intake form to get an access card.
Don’t Miss These Library Events The Taylorsville Library has planned several programs during the month of February. You’ll want to mark your calendar for these events: HOGWARTS INTERACTIVE ADVENTURE Wednesday, Feb. 2 to Saturday, Feb. 5 Celebrate Harry Potter book night and the 25th anniversary of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" with an interactive, magical journey through the library.
The Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center museum has a small library to house precious history, albums and events, obituaries, etc. With this article, we want to feature three covers from this library. We hope it might entice you to come visit and see for yourself how hard the Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee tries to preserve history for our community. The museum library contains shelves of various history books and memories galore. Winter hours are: Tuesday mornings, 9 to 1 p.m., Wednesday evenings, 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m. In 1990, Life magazine featured a classic moment from World War II with a sailor and his girlfriend in a happy embrace. In 1959, the Lennon Sisters were singing in style at Christmastime. The third photo with this article shows an album that showcases a Taylorsville Ward Reunion in 2004 held in the old Assembly Hall. These are just a few samples of what you can see at our library. We hope to see you soon!
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VIRTUAL ADULT LECTURE — The Incredible Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman Tuesday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m. Ranger Angela Crenshaw will highlight the life of Harriet Tubman, the most famous conductor of the Underground Railroad. Crenshaw was the assistant manager of Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center for more than four years in beautiful and historic Church Creek, Md. She is currently the area manager at Gunpowder Falls State Park, the largest park in Maryland. Join in this virtual journey and learn about Tubman’s early years spent in Dorchester County, Md. You’ll also hear about Tubman’s skills as an outdoorswoman, her time conducting freedom-seekers on the Underground Railroad and her later years spent as a suffragette. Discover the importance of faith, family, community and the landscape involving this amazing woman. Crenshaw began working at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources in 2008, removing abandoned boats and debris for Boating Services. She became a Maryland Park Ranger in 2013 and was promoted up the ranks through her time at Elk Neck and Gunpowder Falls State Parks. She received her master’s degree in Energy and Environmental Policy from the University of Delaware. You must register for this event to receive the link to the WebEx virtual lecture: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries VIRTUAL ADULT LECTURE American Eagles - The Rise of U.S. Military Aviation in World War Monday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m. Historian Narayan Sengupta will discuss the origins of the United States Air Force and its earliest fighter pilots, including Eugene Bullard, Eddie Rickenbacker and Quentin Roosevelt. Quentin was Theodore Roosevelt's youngest son and the only member of a U.S. pesident’s family to be killed in combat. Before his death, Quentin Roosevelt stayed at the home of Sengupta’s great-grandmother in France, home to the 1st Pursuit Group – America’s first fighter squadrons. Sengupta comes from a family of combat veterans and historians. He grew up attending airshows, visiting battlefields and reading history. He is trilingual and loves to travel with his family. He worked at IBM, Coca-Cola, Hewlett Packard and Alltel before starting NFI (www.nfiweb.com), a business intelligence and database firm in Atlanta, Ga. Narayan has a BA in history from Emory University and MBA from Georgia State. He has written five books on air combat, tanks and POWs. You must register for this event to receive the link to the WebEx virtual lecture: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries LIBRARY CLOSURE Monday, Feb. 21, all day Happy Presidents' Day
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City of Taylorsville Newsletter Fixing Service Lines Often Starts with ‘Who owns it?’
FEBRUARY UPDATES Subscription Green Waste Program The Weekly Green Waste Collection Program will resume beginning Thursday, March 17, for Taylorsville residents. Taylorsville currently has 1,298 out of the 9,478 district-wide subscribers. Residents can sign up and help divert green waste from the landfill. The waste is processed into mulch, which can then be purchased for use from the Salt Lake Valley and Trans-Jordan landfills. There is a onetime start-up fee of $60 to pay for the can and at $126 per year, a green waste can is less expensive than an additional black garbage can at $204 per year. For more information on this program, please visit the WFWRD website at wasatchfrontwaste.org/green-waste-can-rental.
A question often asked when a water service line is leaking or if there is a blockage in a sewer lateral is: “Whose responsibility is it?” A water service line is a pipe that conveys water from a large water main to the home. The homeowner and the TaylorsvilleBennion Improvement District have responsibilities for portions of the water service line. The district owns and maintains the water service line from the water main, which is normally located in the road or park strip, into the meter box that services the home. The homeowner is responsible for maintaining and repairing the water service line after it leaves the meter box. A sewer lateral is a pipe that takes wastewater away from the home. The homeowner owns, maintains, repairs and replaces the sewer lateral and connection to the sewer main as needed. The district maintains the sewer main that receives the wastewater from the homeowners’ sewer lateral. For financial protection, it is recommended that homeowners contact their homeowners’ insurance company or consider third-party insurance for coverage on water and sewer laterals.
Broken/Damaged Cans If your garbage or recycle can is broken or damaged, due to normal wear-and-tear, please call the WFWRD office at 385-468-6325. They will come and repair or replace your cans as part of your fees for services. You can also complete an online service order request at wasatchfrontwaste. org/report-a-problem-or-request-service.
Recycling
If you have any questions, please contact Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District by calling 801-968-9081 or visiting www.tbid.org. Follow TBID on Facebook and Twitter.
R E C Y C L I N G
The recycling markets continue to improve and it’s important to take the time to familiarize yourself with items that are recyclable. To help out, WFWRD has recycling guides that can be found on their website. They also sent them out with first-quarter billing statements last year. By reducing contamination and keeping plastic bags out of recycling, the district can continue to keep costs low for residents. Remember, when in doubt, throw it out! Page 22 | February 2022
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