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CITY RECEIVES HUNDREDS OF FACEMASKS FROM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION FOUNDED BY FORMER JUDGE KWAN By Carl Fauver | c.fauver@mycityjournals
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tah House District 34 Rep. Karen Kwan was reelected last month by a 57% to 43% margin. Among her constituents are thousands of Taylorsville residents. But she is the first to admit the election was one of the few bright spots in what has been a challenging 2020. “It has been such a terribly hard year,” Kwan said. “I have not been able to move forward since my brother’s death. I’m not sure when I will be able to do it. We were so close. I have not been able to get myself there.” Kwan, of course, is referring to her older brother, Michael Kwan, who died unexpectedly on July 21. The rest of us knew him as Judge Kwan, the only municipal court judge Taylorsville has ever had. His life was not claimed by COVID-19. But his passing was every bit as shocking and unexpected to his family as any coronavirus tragedy. “[Michael] was only two years older than me, and we were always so close,” Kwan said. “Growing up in California, people often thought we were twins. We were very close in height and hung out togeth-
er all the time. We have younger and older sisters who both still live in California. But we were the two middle kids and both here in Utah.” In addition to Kwan, other family members survived by the judge include his wife, Jennifer, and grown children Elizabeth and Richard. During an emotional presentation at a recent Taylorsville City Council meeting, Karen and Jennifer Kwan came armed with three large boxes of protective facemasks to donate to the city. They chose that manner to express their appreciation for everything city officials did to coordinate events following Michael Kwan’s death. But the donation of nearly 1,000 masks (“No one took an exact count”) was made not just by the Kwan family but by a historic organization founded by Michael Kwan and others two years ago: the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association. City officials and leaders of the Unified Police Department Taylorsville Precinct coordinated activities in the wake of Judge Kwan’s passing, including a police-escort- Deceased Judge Michael Kwan’s sister Karen and wife Jennifer (front, L-R) recently presented Taylorsville City with hundreds of facemasks as a gesture of appreciation. (Taylorsville City) Continued page 3
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Continued from front page ed processional on Redwood Road and 5400 South. The city also organized a public viewing, as the judge lay in state for an afternoon at city hall. “The organization you provided and the way you kept everyone safely distanced [due to coronavirus] was so wonderful,” Karen Kwan told council members while making the donation. “The police officers were also so nice to provide a flag ceremony. Our family feels wrapped in the love of the city. We wanted to make sure you know how much we appreciated all of it—and all of you.” After founding the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association in
2018, Michael Kwan served as its president until his passing. “We know through our family oral history, one of our ancestors worked on the transcontinental railroad,” Karen Kwan said. “The shame of it is, as workers came from China to work on the railroad, their names were often not recorded. My grandmother used to tell us the stories, but we aren’t sure if it was her grandfather or great grandfather who worked on it. Our story is not unique. Many Chinese Americans know their ancestor worked on the railroad, but there is no paperwork.” The CRDWA mission statement (at HYPERLINK “http://www.goldenspike150.org” goldenspike150.org) reads,
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in part: “The CRWDA is a national organization which seeks to preserve, promote and protect the contributions made by Chinese railroad workers to the United States. We support further understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices, struggles, hardships and contributions made by generations of Chinese and Chinese Americans to the United States.” Taylorsville Mayor Kristie Overson introduced the presentation to the Taylorsville City Council, before relinquishing the visitors’ podium to Representative Kwan. “Our court is functioning, but we still miss Judge Kwan very much and are delighted to have you here with us for this
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Historic Islamic Center seeks grant funding for structural repairs By Carl Fauver | c.fauver@mycityjournals.com
The Islamic Center in Taylorsville was originally constructed in 1894. (Carl Fauver/City Journals)
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tah had still not yet become our country’s 45th state when the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints completed construction of a wardhouse on what is now 4800 South. The building was completed in 1894, just 17 years after the passing of Brigham Young, while statehood would not arrive until 1896. Since then, the building has undergone a couple of renovations and a few ownership changes. And now the Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee is working to assist the current owners in securing grant funding to make some much-needed repairs to the 126-year-old building. Since 2008, the site has been owned and operated as the Al-rasool Islamic Center (1247 West 4800 South). “My primary concern is that the building be preserved, because so many of our old buildings are coming down,” said Preservation Committee Chairwoman Susan Yadeskie. “And now that I have come to know this special group of people (members of the Islamic faith who operate the center), they have come to mean a lot to me. So, we are happy to help them any way we can.” Initially the Islamic Center was able to secure a $10,000 grant, which was used primarily to hire CRSA Architecture in Salt Lake to thoroughly inspect the aging building, to determine what improvements are necessary. Their report found, it could cost as much as $900,000 to complete the necessary repairs. Islamic Center Sunday school teacher
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The Prayer room in the historic Islamic Center is still in relatively good condition; but other parts of the building are in need of repair. (Carl Fauver/City Journals)
Hassan Mardanlou immigrated to the United States from Iran in the 1970s. He’s now serving on the group that’s attempting to secure grant funding. They have their sights set on a “Lilly grant.” “Lilly Endowment Inc. was founded in 1937 by J.K. Lilly, Sr. and his sons Eli and J.K. Jr. for the promotion and support of religious, educational or charitable purposes. Throughout its history, the Endowment has sought to nurture the human spirit, intellect and character.”
After pulling together all of the required documentation, the Islamic Center submitted a formal application for grant funding to Lilly Endowment Inc. earlier this year. In October, the group received back from Lilly the proverbial “good news, bad news.” “Lilly denied our grant but also encouraged us to try again,” Mardanlou said. “They told us we came very close to receiving the money. So, we are now trying to put together more information to apply again.
The chimney at the historic Islamic Center in Taylorsville is just one of the things needing repair at the 126-year-old building. (Carl Fauver/City Journals)
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Although faded and weathered, this north facing stone on the Islamic Center in Taylorsville clearly shows its original construction date of 1894. (Carl Fauver/City Journals)
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School bus drivers: ‘Nothing short of heroes’ By Darrell Kirby | dkirby@mycityjournals.com
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hey crisscross streets every school day— the yellow buses that transport thousands of students to Granite School District schools and other private and charter learning institutions. Except for rare instances, the drivers of those buses get kids to and from school safely and without accident. And this year, they have also been tasked with ensuring their young passengers are kept safe from COVID-19 while in their vehicles. The work of school bus drivers was highlighted during an event at Granger High School recently as part of School Bus Safety Week. “They have difficult jobs and the pandemic has made it even more challenging, but they have conscientiously adapted and regularly update procedures to keep students safe,” said state Rep. Elizabeth Weight (D-West Valley City), who sponsored a resolution during the 2020 legislative session to call attention to the professionalism of school bus drivers throughout Utah. Specifically, the resolution “recognizes school bus drivers for their exemplary work” that includes: • Driving a school bus while navigating road and weather hazards; • Inspecting school buses to ensure the safety of the students who ride the bus;
• Identifying signs of sexual harassment, bullying, and other abuse; • Communicating with the parents of students who ride the bus; • Helping students with medical needs and disabilities; and • Performing all of their duties and responsibilities while avoiding distractions. In the Granite School District, about 130 buses take some 8,200 students to and from 86 elementary, junior high, and high schools each day. Hundreds of students are also transported throughout the year to various sporting and extracurricular activities both in and out of the district. Transportation director Dave Gatti says it takes a Herculean effort carried out by a staff of 180 full-time and substitute drivers, plus dispatchers, mechanics, and other support staff. Added to the job this year has been the constant cleaning and sanitizing of each bus and ensuring masks are worn by everyone on board to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission among students and drivers. “We haven’t had an outbreak” of the virus on buses, Gatti said. That doesn’t mean that all drivers and passengers have been free of COVID-19, but he says there is no indication they have contracted or spread the disease while riding the bus.
Granite School District transportation director Dave Gatti praises the work of school bus drivers. (Courtesy Granite School District)
Before, during, and after the pandemic, Gatti says the goal of everyone in the district’s transportation department has been and will continue to be to move kids without accidents. “Very, very seldom do we see an accident as a result of a school bus driver being at fault,” he said, adding that Granite District buses travel 2 million miles a year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says children are far safer going to school on a bus. “Students are
about 70 times more likely to get to school safely when taking a bus instead of traveling by car,” according to the NHTSA website. “That’s because school buses are the most regulated vehicles on the road; they’re designed to be safer than passenger vehicles in preventing crashes and injuries.” Ultimately, Gatti says buses are only as safe as the men and women operating them. “Our drivers are nothing short of heroes.” l
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basement. In the game, each athlete is represented by a player card with results tables based on dice rolls. Face to face and computer-based leagues have formed all around the country. Adam Richman, the current company president calls the pandemic a ‘horrendous time for our country,’ but the resurgence of the game has caused a 75 percent increase in sales in 2020 (according to Baseball America). “I produce content every day for my youtube channel (Sports Time Machine). I like to play the game solo, but playing against someone is always fun,” Bowes said. The game’s playing cards are based on statistical information gathered from each season. The Major League teams then produce for game players. Using dice rolls and statistics the game results should become accurate to actual games played. Game players can adjust lineups and matchups. “I am a math teacher in high school,” Massacustes resident Steve Mitchell said. “We ran a league after school and kept the stats on the chalkboard for all of the games.” Bowes currently plays in three leagues. “I like to play the game all by myself,”
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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Dear Friends and Neighbors, One of the favorite parts of my job as Mayor is interacting and working with the youth in our community. I am inspired by them, their positive outlook even in challenging times and their dedication to making things better. They truly are our Mayor Kristie S. Overson future leaders. So it was my great pleasure to swear in the 2020-21 Taylorsville Youth Council this past month. The new council numbers 13 young people and they are already getting to work. During this holiday season, the Youth Council is sponsoring a food drive to collect items for the Taylorsville Food Pantry. It is their Deck the Halls Holiday Giving Drive, and I can’t think of a better way to give to others in need during the holidays. The youth dropped off flyers to neighborhoods this past month, soliciting donations, which they will pick up this month. You can also make a cash donation online at www. taylorsvilleut.gov/services/holiday-giving-drive In particular, the pantry is need of canned meals - such as tuna, stew and hearty soups, canned or dry beans, boxed stuffing, canned fruit or veggies, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, boxed potatoes, pasta, rice, meal helpers and cream soups. The pantry depends entirely on donations to stock its shelves and freezers with food, which it gives away to qualifying residents in need, so it is a great way to give. The Taylorsville Food Pantry, located at 4775 S. Plymouth View Drive, is open on Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesdays, 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Each month, it provides food to about 1,200 people. The pantry receives help from the Utah Food Bank, as well as contributions from churches and private donations from individuals and businesses. Many grocery stores also donate food. To receive food at the Taylorsville Food Pantry, one must be a Taylorsville resident (most neighboring communities also have pantry-like services where their residents can receive food) and fall within income guidelines. The maximum monthly income for a family of four, for example, is $3,075. The Youth Council decided to focus its Giving Drive on the Food Pantry because it wanted to help those particularly in need during the holidays (see more on Page 3). The youth in our community are generous, giving and kind. Thank you for supporting them and our community. It means so much to me that I live in a place where giving is the essence of who we are. I extend to you every wish for a very Merry Christmas, happy holidays and a joyous New Year! –Mayor Kristie S. Overson
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Taylorsville Utah Temple Groundbreaking Signals Official Start of Construction
Ground was broken in Taylorsville for a new temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the church's Quorom of Twelve Apostles presided at the small gathering of Latter-day Saint leaders and invited guests. Local COVID-19 restrictions prevented a large-scale event. The groundbreaking on Oct. 31 was special for Elder Gong because his wife’s father, Richard Lindsay, was the bishop of the congregation that built the meetinghouse that once stood on the site of the new temple. “Our family has come to church, along with so many other families in the community, for many generations,” said Elder Gong. “It’s such a special privilege to be connected that way; whether you’re first generation or sixth generation, this is still home.” Mayor Kristie Overson, who represented the City of Taylorsville at the ceremony, also has deep roots to the area. Her father, Stanley, was a beloved bishop and her mother, Mavis, taught drama to thousands of Taylorsville youth at Eisenhower Junior High.
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“This is so exciting for Taylorsville,” she said, "”what a great opportunity for all of our neighbors and friends.” Seventeen-year-old Max Harker, who is the son of City Council Chair Meredith Harker and was among those speaking at the event, paid tribute to his heritage, as well. “Joseph Harker was my ancestor who first converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and six generations later, I’m still following in his footsteps on the covenant path,” he said. “After arriving in the Salt Lake Valley, the Harkers were called to help establish a fort here in modern day Taylorsville,” Harker explained. “Joseph Harker raised his family here and served in the church his entire life.” About a dozen Taylorsville residents viewed the ceremony perched from their shared wall between their neighborhood and the temple grounds. “We feel like we won the lottery with living right here and this being in our backyard,” Aubre Bauwden told KSL News. The Taylorsville Utah Temple was announced in October 2019 by Church President Russell M. Nelson. Utah has 25 temples announced, under construction, under renovation or in operation. There are 168 operating temples worldwide.
Snow Removal is Outlined in City Code
EVENTS DECEMBER 2020 Dec. 2 – 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
Dec. 8 – 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall.
Through Dec. 8
Youth Council’s Holiday Giving Drive for the Taylorsville Food Pantry. See Page 3.
Through Dec. 15
Shop Local Program. Spend your bucks until Dec. 15 or until available funds run out. See Page 5.
Dec. 24 – Afternoon
Christmas Eve. City Hall closes at noon.
Dec. 25 – All day
Christmas. City Hall is closed.
Dec. 31 – Afternoon
New Year’s Eve. City Hall closes at noon.
Jan. 1 – Afternoon
New Year’s Day. City Hall is closed. 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
With winter 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!
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By Council Member Anna Barbieri In 1997, my husband, Jim Stout, and I moved to Taylorsville City from Millcreek where we had been living since our marriage. At the time, we decided that a central area in the valley would be more conducive to the location of our jobs and we loved the neighborhood we found just east of Redwood Road. We were especially drawn to the diversity in Taylorsville, the affordability of housing and the great feeling of family and community. We’ve raised our two girls here and created lifelong bonds with neighbors and friends that we will always cherish. Ten short years after our move, then-District 3 Council Member Jerry Rechtenbach invited me to consider joining the city’s Planning Commission. I was honored to help in any way possible as I was brought up by parents who instilled in us a duty to give back to community and be involved in local issues and activities. I loved the 10 years serving as Planning Commissioner and enjoyed meeting so many of our wonderful residents of Taylorsville. I’m pretty sure I approved more chicken permits than any other commissioner, and now I’m well educated on the benefits of going to your own backyard for fresh eggs. Kudos to all of those in our city who have mastered egg harvesting! There were many very long nights on the Planning Commission as we updated city codes, zoning and
building guidelines. My favorite moments were those where neighbors were frustrated with neighbors or contractors and homeowners came into our Tuesday night meetings unable to see eye to eye and yet, left feeling that their concerns were heard and the best possible solutions were provided. I’m proud to say that Taylorsville City has one of the best and most experienced Planning Commissions in the valley. They have a stellar reputation. They really care and do their best to find positive solutions for residents and businesses, as it’s important to have both in a successful city. There are many great things happening in our city including the opening of the new Performing Arts Center, the building of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints Taylorsville Utah Temple, new commercial projects and much needed road improvements that will enhance the quality of our lives. Thanks to our great planners, these projects were carefully thought out and executed. As I now move to the City Council, I’m humbled by the duties expected of a council member and the magnitude of decisions I will be called upon to make. The City Council is responsible for adopting the city’s budget, determining tax and fee rates, ensuring financial audits are conducted and deciding what services to provide. As a small business owner and mom of a family, I do not take financial decisions lightly. Citizens
Taylorsville Youth Council is Ready to Work This year’s Youth Council has been sworn in and is already at work. In all, 13 youth are serving on the 2020-21 Taylorsville Youth Council, and they have planned a holiday food drive to collect items for the Taylorsville Food Pantry. Council Advisor Kris Heineman welcomed the youth during the City Council’s Oct. 21 meeting, where both new and returning members were asked to step forward to take an Oath of Office administered by Mayor Kristie Overson. “We are so grateful for your service and for all you do for our community. You truly are our future leaders,” Mayor Overson said. This year’s Youth Ambassadors are Savannah Medico and Madeline VanWagenen, who is also the Youth Council Mayor. To become an ambassa-
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dor, a Youth Council member must have served on the council for at least a year and participated in all of the council’s service projects, activities and meetings. They also must maintain a 3.0-grade point average, provide recommendation letters from the community and plan and submit their own service project. For their Holiday Giving Drive for the Taylorsville Food Pantry this year, the youth are in need of canned and boxed food that can be delivered to City Hall. Cash donations toward the drive can also be made at www.taylorsvilleut.gov/services/ holiday-giving-drive “It is an honor for Taylorsville to be represented by such hardworking youth,” Heineman said. In his report to the City Council, Youth Council Chair Brandon Sorensen conveyed what a unique and fun opportunity it is to serve and participate in community service and leadership, while learning about government. In previous years, for example, the Youth Council worked on several service projects, such as those for the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center and its Saturday with Santa event. “I’m looking forward to Youth Council this year with all of the new members and existing members we have,” Brandon said. “With COVID-19, even though it’ll be stranger and harder, we’re still going to make it super fun.”
LEFT TO RIGHT: Dan Armstrong (District 5), Curt Cochran (District 2), Meredith Harker, Chair (District 4), Anna Barbieri (District 3), and Ernest Burgess (District 1)
work hard for their paychecks, and every dollar raised by Taylorsville City should be carefully decided where it will be put to work. I hope to hear from residents concerning local laws and policies, how I should respond to the needs of citizens and how I can help foster and maintain the strong bonds within our community. It’s been a difficult year for many of us. If 2020 has taught me anything it is that family, friends and neighbors are truly what make up a life well lived.
Exchange Club Provides Donation to Family Support Center Jeff Levenson, president of the Taylorsville Exchange Club, recently presented a check to Jocelyn De La Rosa, who is director of The Family Support Center. The Exchange Club’s donation will sponsor five families to participate in online Parent Education classes. The parenting education sessions allow parents to join with other parents for an educational and structured eight-week course, Pictured left to right are Renee Sorensen, Jocelyn De where they learn about La Rosa and Exchange Club President Jeff Levenson. child development, positive parent-child relationships, communications skills, discipline and behavior management, and other supportive and protective skills for raising children. The next online parenting education session begins in January. Parenting classes in English and Spanish will be available. You can enroll online at www.familysupportcenter.org or call 801-9559110. Courses are $35 per person or couple. In addition to the online parenting support classes, The Family Support Center offers free emergency care for children (Crises Nursery), free in-home parenting support, low-cost individual and family counseling, and much more. Call about their services if you are feeling overwhelmed or need help with family matters.
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City of Taylorsville Newsletter 2 Taylorsville Officers Honored for Keeping Taylorsville Safe
Project Management Team on Track in Forming TVPD Monthly updates on the formation of the Taylorsville City Police Department will be provided on this page through July 2021. The City of Taylorsville continues to make great strides in anticipation of a new municipal police department on July 1, 2021. In accordance with the original charter, the city is moving forward on the recruitment of a new police chief and two deputy chiefs. Education, operational and administrative experience, as well as interpersonal skillsets will all factor into the decision-making process. It is believed that key appointments such as these will provide for a more seamless transition, and afford continued guidance in the formation of policy, strategic planning and a continuity of operations. In addition, planners have been working with various vendors (policy, branding and capital needs), and to solidify agreements with the certifications boards (POST), dispatch (VECC), and neighboring city partnerships for specialty services (such as forensics and storage). Team members have also identified various needs and made specific assignments respective to the recruitment and retention of police officers and sergeants. This includes the creation of job descriptions, specific elements for the onboarding of personnel, and training and/or certification requirements (pre- and post-employment). We are grateful to our current UPD officers for their continued courage, service and dedication – and likewise recognize and appreciate the support of the community during this time of transition.
The Taylorsville City Council honored two Unified Police Department officers for their hard work over the past few months. During their meeting on Nov. 4, Chief Tracy Wyant presented awards for Officers of the Month to Dennis Decker and Danielle Roskelley. Officer Decker, who was recognized as August’s Officer of the Month, was recommended for the honor by both the victim’s advocate and Sgt. Scott Van Wagoner. “Officer Decker has proven his dedication in several cases but most notably working with the victim’s advocate on a domestic violence case,” Chief Wyant said. “The suspect in the case had not only committed acts of stalking and burglary, but had gone as far as to follow the victim out of state and go to the victim’s parents’ house. “I couldn't agree more with the nomination for Officer Decker,” Chief Wyant added. “He’s one of our finest officers; he has a great deal of passion and decency.” The September Officer of the Month award went to Officer Roskelley. “She showed tremendous commitment when called into a case involving a suspected drug overdose in the parking lot of a Taylorsville apartment complex,” Chief Wyant said. Upon arriving at the scene, Roskelley was able to transfer the overdosed person to the hospital to ensure his safety. Then, with a search warrant, she and other officers uncovered several IDs and stolen credit cards from recent vehicle burglary victims, as well as a license plate of a stolen vehicle. Soon after, Officer Roskelley recovered the stolen vehicle of the found license plate, as well. Officer Roskelley contacted the suspects’ probation agents and both suspects were booked into jail for violating their probation. “You are to be commended for your continued service to the residents of Taylorsville City. Phenomenal job on this,” Chief Wyant said. City Council Chair Meredith Harker also commended the officers. “Again, your officers are the best of the best of the best,” she said. “We are so blessed to have these people working in Taylorsville City, keeping us safe and watching out for us. We could never thank you enough, and the officers for all that they do.”
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Nothing Bundt Cakes Opens in Taylorsville Nothing Bundt Cakes is open for business in Taylorsville. City and state leaders, as well as representatives from ChamberWest, cheered on the store at a Ribbon Cutting, marking the occasion of its opening this past month. The store is located at 5338 S. Redwood Road, just across from Taylorsville High School. Nothing Bundt Cakes has been baking delicious cakes perfect for any occasion for more than 20 years. They offer a variety of bundt cakes in 10 delicious flavors, topped with their signature cream cheese frosting. The Taylorsville store is owned by Lincoln Fillmore, who grew up in Taylorsville. “I feel like I’m coming back home,” Fillmore said before he and his family and employees helped cut the ribbon to their new store on Nov. 12. Fillmore thanked city and state officials for their support and the smooth process, allowing the opening of the store. He also acknowledged ChamberWest’s Shop Local program, which has “pumped money back into small businesses.” “I’m so grateful to live in a state where leadership is so supportive of small businesses,” he said. “We couldn’t have done it without this positive environment.” Mayor Overson welcomed Fillmore and his family back to Taylorsville. “We are so glad to have Nothing Bundt Cakes here in the community,” she said. Nothing Bundt Cakes is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The store can be reached online at www.nothingbundtcakes.com/ bakery/ut/taylorsville or by phone 801-988-5919.
Lolo Hawaiian BBQ Ribbon Cutting Enjoy a taste of the island at Lolo Hawaiian BBQ. The restaurant has opened a new location in Taylorsville, celebrating with a Ribbon Cutting this past month on Nov. 5. Lolo Hawaiian BBQ, at 5652 S. Redwood Road in The Crossroads of Taylorsville shopping center, is owned by Felix Shi, who is focused on bringing his customer’s the best Hawaiian dining experience. “The spirit of Aloha is a very important part of everyday life in Hawaii,” he said. “At LoLo, we want to give you the warmth and welcome of the island through our food and our atmosphere.” City officials and those from ChamberWest joined Shi for the Ribbon Cutting, where Mayor Kristie Overson congratulated him on the opening of his new store and welcomed him to Taylorsville. “Your food is delicious and your restaurant is so inviting,” she said. “We are so happy to have you here.” Shi’s restaurant in Taylorsville is his fourth; Lolo Hawaiian BBQ also is located in Roy, Ogden and Draper. They are open seven days a week: Monday through Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. “‘Ono’” means ‘delicious’ in Hawaiian, and our food is our name,” Shi noted. See more information about the restaurant on their website at www.lolohawaiianbbq.com
Through Dec. 15 or until funds run out. See www.chamberwest.com
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Remember to Reduce and Reuse First, Then Recycle By John Purvis, Taylorsville Green Committee Member The most effective way to reduce waste is to not create it in the first place. Making a new product requires a lot of materials and energy. Raw materials must be extracted from the earth, and the product must be fabricated then transported to wherever it will be sold. As a result, reduction and reuse are the most effective ways to save natural resources, protect the environment and save money. Follow this Top 10 list of ideas: 1. Borrow, rent or share items that are used infrequently, like party decorations, tools or furniture, trailers, pickups, lawn mowers, trimmers, etc. Simply offer the same to your neighbors. 2. Donate. One person's trash is another person's treasure. Instead of discarding, try selling or donating items. Local churches, community centers, thrift stores, schools and nonprofit organizations may accept a variety of donated items. If you’re doing a major remodel, such as replacing cabinets or sinks, contact Habitat for Humanity: Salt Lake Valley HFH ReStore, www. habitatsaltlake.com, 801-263-0136 3. Learn how to store produce properly to keep it fresh. Use your leftovers. Eat perishable foods first. Learn to compost at home. Use food scraps, yard trimmings and other organic wastes to create a compost pile. 4. Be mindful of paper. Think twice before printing and print double-sided. Go paperless with bills and bank statements. Stop junk mail, catalogs and phone books from arriving at your home. 5. Be mindful about using resources such as water, fossil fuels and wood so that you limit waste, pollution and environmental damage. Choose quality products to keep them in use longer to reduce your environmental footprint. Turn off or unplug lights during the day. Doing so will save energy and help your lights last longer. 6. Pay attention to home improvement. Use insulation made from recycled paper, glass and other recovered materials. Clean and properly store tools, toys and outdoor furniture to protect them from damage and keep them out of landfills. 7. Reduce and reuse when moving. Have a yard sale for items that are no longer needed. When moving, use old newspapers to wrap fragile materials. Be sure to recycle packaging materials after your move. Many organizations, such as U-Haul, have places where you can drop of unused boxes for others to reuse. 8. Reduce and reuse when cleaning. Buy reusable mops, rags and sponges. Many household items such as furniture, appliances and electronics can be repaired. Check your local area for community repair events and Fix-it Clinics, and search online for repair shops in your area. 9. Reduce and reuse when buying and shopping. Buy used. You can find everything from clothes to building materials at specialized reuse centers and consignment shops. Craigslist, Nextdoor and Facebook Marketplace all offer plenty of used goods, and you can also check Freecycle to see if the item is available for free from a neighbor. 10. Pay attention to green waste. Raise the cutting height of your lawnmower during hot summer months to reduce weed growth, browning and the need for watering. When you mow, “grasscycle” by leaving grass clippings on your lawn instead of bagging them. The clippings will return nutrients to the soil instead of taking up space in landfills. For more information and tips, look for the “Taylorsville Green” group on Facebook. Good luck and go green!
City of Taylorsville Newsletter Governor Asks Utahns to Wear a Mask, Limit Gatherings Gov. Gary Herbert has declared a new State of Emergency to address hospital overcrowding and high case counts in the state. The five hallmarks of the order include: 1. A statewide mask mandate 2. A limit on gatherings to household members only 3. Masks and physical distancing requirements between household groups for all businesses, including restaurants and bars 4. A hold on youth extracurricular activities and athletics 5. Expanded COVID-19 testing starting with Utah’s colleges and universities The order was to remain in effect through Nov. 23 but the statewide mask mandate will continue indefinitely. As a reminder, over 60% of the virus is spread in Salt Lake County between family members and close contacts, primarily driven by the 10-19 and 20-29 age groups. The governor asked that in response, Utahns limit gatherings to household members, and that when interacting with others outside of your immediate family, we wear masks and maintain 6 feet social distancing between households in all settings. For more information about the coronavirus, visit www.taylorsvilleut.gov/services/coronavirus
Association Donates Hundreds of Protective Masks to City, UPD Taylorsville-area state Rep. Karen Kwan and her sister-in-law, Jennifer Kwan, have donated hundreds of protective masks to the city on behalf of the Kwan family and the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association. The contribution was made in honor of Rep. Kwan’s brother and Jennifer Kwan’s husband, Taylorsville Municipal Judge Michael Kwan, who passed away in July. Judge Kwan founded the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association in Utah and had long advocated for Asian Americans — also founding the Multicultural Legal Center, serving as Board Chair of the Asian Association of Utah and founding the Utah chapter of OCA, an Asian Pacific American civil rights organization. “We are so grateful and thankful to the city for not only the support that you have given our family over the decades that [my brother] worked here as judge but also going above and beyond in honoring his life and honoring our family,” said Rep. Kwan. Three large boxes of masks were given to the Unified Police Department, the Taylorsville Municipal Justice Court and Taylorsville City employees. “Please know, to the Kwan family, our hearts go out to you, and it was an honor for us to honor Judge Kwan,” City Council Chair Meredith Harker said during the council’s Oct. 21 meeting. The Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association is a national, membership-based charitable organization that seeks to preserve the contributions made by Chinese railroad workers to the United States. Their association promotes academic research, historic preservation and artistic projects that further the understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices and struggles made by generations of Chinese and Chinese Americans to the nation. “We are so grateful to you and your family, for your contributions and care for your community,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “Your service and generosity are so greatly appreciated.”
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This year’s Saturday with Santa event at the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Museum has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. We wish you a very safe and happy holiday season, and look forward to getting together next year! By Susan Yadeskie, Historic Preservation Committee Chair The Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Museum had the privilege of accepting a special donation from the Lindsay family, descendants of early settlers of Taylorsville. Elder Gerrit W. Gong of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, accompanied by Susan L. Gong and Marian Lindsay, brought the shovel that Elder Gong used in the Oct. 31 groundbreaking ceremony for the Taylorsville Utah Temple.
Former Stake President and longtime resident of Taylorsville Preston Wakefield, along with his wife Becky, presented the shovel to the museum on behalf of the Lindsay family. The Wakefields were coordinators for the groundbreaking ceremony. Todd Hansen, a talented historian and member of the groundbreaking committee, was also present. Connie Taney, first chair, and myself, Susan Yadeskie, current chair of the Taylorsville Preservation Committee, were delighted to accept the donation. It will be a treasured piece for our entire community for years to come. Joseph Shanks Lindsay settled in Taylorsville shortly after 1859, as stated in histories and other documents found at the museum. His wife died in St. Louis, Mo., before reaching the Salt Lake Valley. He died not long after arriving. His young son Samuel lived with John R. Winder the first year and then spent his youth with William and Mary Shanks Parker. Joseph S. Lindsay’s sons became prominent businessmen in Taylorsville. Both Joseph Jr. and Samuel were Salt Lake County Commissioners. Samuel died when Richard P. Lindsay, his son and husband to Marian Bangerter Lindsay (pictured with the group), was 5 years old. Samuel S. Lindsay’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren have had an important and lasting impact on the Salt Lake Valley area. The Lindsay family along with many other longtime Taylorsville families continue the rich heritage of the early pioneer settlers. You are invited to come to the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage museum at 1488 W. 4800 South to read and hear about those who have paved the way to bring our community to where it is today.
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Taylorsville Library Offers Plenty of Fun Programming The Taylorsville Library has planned several programs during the month of December. Also, note its holiday hours below. You’ll want to mark your calendar for these events:
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Tuesday, Dec. 1, 7 p.m. Learn about the life of Beethoven, his impact on music, and listen to excerpts from many of his greatest works with Dr. Jaren Hinckley, a clarinet professor at Brigham Young University. You must register for this event to receive the link to the WebEx virtual lecture: tinyurl.com/y5xuwaya
Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot: The Nightmare Before Wintermas
Thursday, Dec. 10, 6 to10 p.m. A Dungeons and Dragons holiday one-shot for third-level characters. This one-shot is great for beginners and experienced players alike. Premade third-level character sheets will be available. If you would like to make your own character please follow the character creation guidelines: Use standard array for your ability scores [15,14,13,12,10,8]; Only use material from the player's handbook (races, classes, spells, etc.); No evil aligned characters; Character should be at third level for this adventure. You must register for this event to receive information to play: https:// tinyurl.com/y6c9opcw
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Tis the Season to Protect your Water Lines DECEMBER WFWRD UPDATES GREEN WASTE COLLECTION The last pickup date for Green Waste Collection in 2020 for Taylorsville will be Thursday, Dec. 10. WFWRD reminds residents to not place the green cans out on the curb after that date. They will not be picked up nor emptied. Collections for green waste, in Taylorsville, will resume Thursday, March 18, 2021. Cold and freezing weather is upon us and your plumbing may not like it. Pipes can freeze and burst causing some of the most expensive repairs in a home. So let's go over some of the basics to make sure you have them covered. First, insulate your exposed piping. If you have any exposed water or drain piping in uninsulated spaces such as in a crawlspace, attic, outside walls, etc., make sure to insulate them. Ideally, you should wrap them with electrical heating tape first, and then insulate them. Also, remember to protect your exterior faucets. Commonly known as hose bibs, these faucets should be checked for leakage. Disconnect your garden hoses from the outside faucets and drain the hose to prevent damage. If your property is going to be unoccupied for several months, consider shutting off the water supply valve inside the home. If a leak were to occur without occupancy, the damage could be catastrophic and very expensive. Lastly, Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District is holding a public hearing on its budget. Its scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 3p.m. at the district office, 1800 W. 4700 South. 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.
TOOLS FOR SUCCESSFUL RECYCLING Over the last year, WFWRD has taken steps to make its recycling education more accessible. For residents, it has two exciting ways and one new tool to access education. The new tool is called Recycle Right, which allows residents to look up any item and find out how to properly dispose of it. You can look up items like plastic bottles, baking trays, air conditioners and dog food bags. One of the great features of this tools is that if you look up an item and don’t find it, you can “suggest it.” This means the district’s team will look into it, find how to dispose of it and add it to its Recycle Right tool. To access this tool, go to: https://wasatchfrontwaste.org/recycling. To download the app, visit Google Play or the Apple Store, and search for “WFWRD”
AREA CLEANUP EVALUATION RESULTS Due primarily to staffing issues, which were compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, WFWRD delayed the start and operated a modified version of its Area Cleanup Program in 2020. Residents were given the option to reserve a container and have it parked in their driveways. It was initially met with opposition and complaints, but WFWRD received many compliments from those who participated, after receiving the service. WFWRD conducted a survey for this service and received 2,735 survey responses. The districtwide overall satisfaction was 83.1%. There were 395 surveys completed by Taylorsville residents with an 83.8% satisfaction rate for this year’s program. Many of the concerns expressed by residents related to scheduling a container. WFWRD is working to improve the scheduling system for the 2021 season. Other information: There were a total of 9,548 containers delivered to district residents this year with 1,533 to Taylorsville residents. Download and view the entire survey report at: https://wasatchfrontwaste.org/area-clean-up.
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How it ended was unfair, but Kearns had a great season By Greg James | g.james@mycityjournals.com
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he Kearns High School football team’s season ended not with a loss but a forfeit. COVID-19 finished off a brilliant year for the Cougars. “I’d like to say we dealt with the end of the season the best we could,” Cougars head coach Matt Rickards said. “I don’t think anyone has gone through anything like this before. It was a tough situation to go through, twice.” Kearns was scheduled to play East in the second round of the state playoffs. After a few players had positive COVID tests, the team learned it would forfeit the game. Discussions followed and a plan was set to test the remaining players. If all went well, the team could play. But the virus had spread through the team, and several players tested positive, canceling the playoff game—again. “Everyone is healthy; COVID is real,” Rickards said. “Most of the kids that tested positive had no idea they even had it. When we went to get tested before the game, nobody had symptoms. We felt confident that we were going to be able to play, and when results started coming in it was kind of shocking. I am not sure there was anything that we could have done differently to avoid the problem. We did evThe Kearns High School football season did not finish erything we were asked to do. It somehow the way they had expected. (photo courtesy of Natoya got into our program.” Chung) East was declared the winner 1-0 and advanced in the tournament. Kearns was eliminated, and its season was over. The side of the defense. The defensive line Cougar players and coaches experienced had 28.5 sacks, led by junior Jj Talo with 5.5. denial, anger and blame. “Defensively, this is one of the best “I think it was a good thing we had has had in 20 years,” Rickards Kearns two weeks of distance learning so the kids said. could have a chance to cope with the end,” Jeffery Bassa has committed to conRickards said. “Lots of people don’t realhis football career at the University tinue ize what the coaches and kids go through. He leads a contingent of playOregon. of It gives these kids purpose and direction school opportunities. post-high with ers to work for something. When that is taken have offers from Leha Naki and Kelly Jack away it is tough.” schools. West Mountain several Like many sports during the pandemLeha carried the ball for 1,196 yards ic, the team is ready to move on. after amassing more than 1,400 season this “Now the returners are ready to put had 17 receptions and Bassa year. last for ready get and us behind this season touchdowns. three next year,” Rickards said. “We had a great season,” Rickards The Cougars finished the regular sea“The thing people will remember is said. son ranked fifth in the Utah High School ended. We need to remember the it how perforrating Association’s Activities It was a great season; they things. good mance index. They were co-Region 2 changed their lives. A seand performed champions. It was their fourth region title his life has changed. He that me told nior in a row. They shared the title because of a in junior high and he troublemaker a was 9. Oct. on Panthers West the to 26-17 loss and is going to viewpoint his changed The loss to West was their only one Those are the school. high from graduate of the entire season. Kearns’ game against gives me a It important. are that things Granger was canceled due to the pandemyou get to chance every that perspective 15.1 only allowed defense ic. The Cougar advantake life, your live and game a play points per game, nearly four points less per It has blessing. a is snap Every it. of tage outing than last year. l that.” us taught Senior Charles “Scooter” Henderson snagged six interceptions to lead the back-
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State senator and former Taylorsville resident opens Nothing Bundt Cakes store By Carl Fauver | c.fauver@mycityjournals.com
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s a young boy growing up in Taylorsville and attending Fremont Elementary School, Lincoln Fillmore loved to bake with his mother. That memory, and his desire to give back to the city of his youth, has prompted Fillmore to partner with two other people in opening the fifth Nothing Bundt Cakes store in our state. The store (5338 South Redwood Road) had a “soft opening” in October, an official ChamberWest ribbon cutting last month and is now rolling headlong into what’s expected to be a busy December holiday season. “When I tasted my first Nothing Bundt Cake, it was like going back to my childhood—baking with my mother, using all fresh ingredients and serving our handmade creation to loved ones,” Fillmore said. “It’s important our kids have the opportunity to build memories like we did, grow up and then return to give back to the neighborhoods that gave them so much.” Fillmore gives back in another way as well. Since 2016, he has represented West Jordan, Herriman and South Jordan (District 10) in the Utah State Senate. Last month, the Republican lawmaker won reelection by a nearly two-thirds (65% to 35%) majority. “One of my top priorities [going into the 2021 state legislative session, next month] is
to make sure the west side of our (Salt Lake) valley—where all the [population] growth is—gets its fair share of infrastructure dollars,” he said. “We need to be sure we have the funding to improve our roads and water supply.” Joining Fillmore in his business partnership are Utah County residents Max Meyer (American Fork) and Mandee Thompson (Lehi). The new Nothing Bundt Cakes store has four full and 18 part-time employees. “Lincoln and I have been business partners for more than 10 years, and we were looking for a new opportunity,” Meyer said. “My role is to fine-tune the new operation. Our goal is to have several Nothing Bundt Cakes stores in Utah. We investigated lots of franchise opportunities, and this one seemed the best.” The new store is located in Taylorsville City Councilman Curt Cochran’s district, and he’s pleased with their choice. “I’m glad they are here, although I hope it doesn’t affect my waistline too bad,” Cochran joked. “I have had a couple [of the cakes] already, and they are delicious.” And what does the councilman think of the partners opening their venture in the midst of a global pandemic? “I think this shows the American spirit is
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tah House District 34 Rep. Karen Kwan was reelected last month by a 57% to 43% margin. Among her constituents are thousands of Taylorsville residents. But she is the first to admit the election was one of the few bright spots in what has been a challenging 2020. “It has been such a terribly hard year,” Kwan said. “I have not been able to move forward since my brother’s death. I’m not sure when I will be able to do it. We were so close. I have not been able to get myself there.” Kwan, of course, is referring to her older brother, Michael Kwan, who died unexpectedly on July 21. The rest of us knew him as Judge Kwan, the only municipal court judge Taylorsville has ever had. His life was not claimed by COVID-19. But his passing was every bit as shocking and unexpected to his family as any coronavirus tragedy. “[Michael] was only two years older than me, and we were always so close,” Kwan said. “Growing up in California, people often thought we were twins. We were very close in height and hung out togeth-
er all the time. We have younger and older sisters who both still live in California. But we were the two middle kids and both here in Utah.” In addition to Kwan, other family members survived by the judge include his wife, Jennifer, and grown children Elizabeth and Richard. During an emotional presentation at a recent Taylorsville City Council meeting, Karen and Jennifer Kwan came armed with three large boxes of protective facemasks to donate to the city. They chose that manner to express their appreciation for everything city officials did to coordinate events following Michael Kwan’s death. But the donation of nearly 1,000 masks (“No one took an exact count”) was made not just by the Kwan family but by a historic organization founded by Michael Kwan and others two years ago: the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association. City officials and leaders of the Unified Police Department Taylorsville Precinct coordinated activities in the wake of Judge Deceased Judge Michael Kwan’s sister Karen and wife Jennifer (front, L-R) recently presented Taylorsville Kwan’s passing, including a police-escort City with hundreds of facemasks as a gesture of appreciation. (Taylorsville City) Continued page 3
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