City of Taylorsville Newsletter
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September 2020
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MAYOR'S MESSAGE
City’s 2020 Vision is Moving Full Speed Ahead
Dear Friends and Neighbors, When we rang in this Year 2020 a short nine months ago, I don’t think any of us had anticipated then what the year would bring. Certainly, none us could have predicted that the wearing of protective masks and social disMayor Kristie S. Overson tancing would be our new norm. We did not see that we would be confronting a once-in-a-century virus. We definitely did not know then what we know now. It has been challenging, to be sure, but we are weathering the difficulties and emerging even stronger. We also have not let these challenges slow us down. As a city, we have been working diligently to not only find solutions and provide assistance amid recent challenges, but we have also been charging full speed ahead with the goals we set a year ago for ourselves and our community for Year 2020 and the 2020s decade. Last year, we defined that work as our 2020 Vision, and this year, we have been concentrating on putting that vision into motion. Many of our plans outlined in our 2020 Vision are coming closer to fruition this year, including the opening of the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, the grand opening of the Target store at The Crossroads of Taylorsville shopping center, the groundbreaking next month of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ temple, and the opening of the Bangerter Highway interchange at 6200 South next summer. We’ve also awarded the bid for the City Center open space project that will tie City Hall and the Performing Arts Center into one community-centric space, and we’ve secured almost all the funding for the Midvalley Connector BRT route that will get under way in the spring. (See accompanying article for details about these projects and many more). Our 2020 Vision is a vision for the 2020s decade, beginning on Jan. 1, 2020, and ending on Dec. 31, 2029. Community and economic development is its No. 1 tenet. The vision also outlines plans in the areas of public safety, transportation, parks and recreation, and community building because these are the components that make a successful community. In my first column of this year, written back in January, I anticipated it would be a whirlwind year — and that it is, in more ways than one. While I am definitely no Nostradamus, I also wrote that I had a feeling these ‘20s would be roaring for us. I still believe that to be the case, and the reason is because of our Team Taylorsville. We are committed to our 2020 Vision, and I know that by working together we can accomplish anything. –Mayor Kristie S. Overson
WHAT’S INSIDE – SEPTEMBER 2020 Frequently Called Numbers, Page 2 Council Corner, Page 3 Community, Pages 5-6 Heritage Remembrances, Page 7 Environment, Page 8
City leaders and employees have been working with focus and purpose on implementing Taylorsville’s 2020 Vision that was established in an effort to build on past successes while defining a path for the future. The 2020 Vision was adopted for the next decade and focuses on five key areas: economic development, public safety, transportation, parks and recreation, and community building. It’s a 2020 Vision because, of course, perfect eyesight is 20/20 and city leaders are looking to the upcoming decade called the 2020s, beginning on Jan. 1, 2020, and ending on Dec. 31, 2029. The vision is meant to create a forward-thinking, proactive and reinvigorating approach focused on better serving residents, visitors, businesses and property owners. “It’s a great time to live and work in Taylorsville,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “There is so much happening here, and it will only get better as we continue to build on these efforts and further work to turn this vision into reality.” At the City Council’s Aug. 5 meeting, Community and Economic Development Director Wayne Harper detailed several planned and completed projects in the vision’s area of economic development. Among them:
• The Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center is on track to open at the end of this year. The glass on the exterior has been placed and 60 percent of the concrete has been poured. The $39 million center, operated by Salt Lake County, will feature a 400-seat theater, smaller 200-seat theater, multi-use rehearsal space and public art installations. “It’s looking really, really good,” Harper noted. • The City Center open space project is under way. The bid was awarded and the city will soon sign the contract to get the work started this month. The ambitious new landscaping and open space design will tie the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center and City Hall into one cohesive space. • New businesses are opening across the city. A medical office will open in
• The new Target Store at The Crossroads of Taylorsville. The building was turned over to Target on July 20 and the signs are up. Every day since, there have been semi-trucks unloading racks, shelving and fixtures. The store plans a soft opening in October, with an official ribbon cutting in December.
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EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2020 Sept. 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
Sept. 7 – All Day
Labor Day. City Hall is closed in observance, reopening on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Sept. 8 – 7 p.m. & Sept. 22 – 6 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall. At its Sept. 22 meeting, the Planning Commission will discuss the book it has been reading, “Strong Towns.” Anyone is welcome to read along. See details about the Book Club on Page 8.
Sept. 30 – 6:30 p.m.
Council Interviews @ City Hall. The City Council will interview candidates to fill the midterm vacancy of the District 3 Council seat. It is basically a public job interview and the Council will make the final decision. 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
Even though the Taylorsville Green Committee was unable to hold its annual Earth Day Collection event this year due to COVID-19, the committee still wants to help. They have compiled a list of resources that can be utilized to keep items out of the landfill and help you get rid of stuff you may be storing around your house. First, the committee reminds that every residential property can request up to two dump vouchers each year. These vouchers are good for up to $16 off one load of material at the Salt Lake Valley Landfill, 6030 W. California Ave. (1300 South). Mattresses and tires are extra. The landfill is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Request your voucher by calling 801-955-2013 or stop by the Taylorsville City Hall second-floor reception desk, 2600 W. Taylorsville Blvd. Many of the items you may not know how to dispose of properly, including chemicals and electronics, are accepted at the Hazardous Waste facility located at the Salt Lake Valley Landfill. Check their website https://slco.org/landfill/ or call 385-468-6370 for an even more comprehensive list. Use these additional resources to dispose of items, including: Excess garden fruit or vegetables — Taylorsville Food Pantry, 4743 Plymouth View Dr., 801-8150003. Hours: Monday 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesday 4 to 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to noon. Motor oil or car/truck batteries — Any AutoZone or O’Reilly Auto Parts stores. Glass recycling — Bin outside the Taylorsville Senior Center, 4743 Plymouth View Dr. Used clothing/household items — Savers, 4145 S. Redwood Rd., 801-262-2150 and Utah Thrift, 3869 W. 5400 South, 801-413-3736. Metal — Redwood Recycling, 6235 S. Redwood Rd., 801-447-2377. Fireworks or ammunition — Call the Fire Department at 801-743-7200 and they will arrange drop-off. Paper shredding — Rocky Mountain Document Destruction. Call 801-384-1900 or go to rmshred.com for more information. Computer recycling — Drop off at any PC Laptops location. Mattress recycling — Spring Back Utah. Drop off at 1929 S. 4130 West #D, 801-906-8146. $20 fee for each item. If you have another business that you think should be on this list, please contact Ernest Burgess at 801-654-4482 or by email eburgess@taylorsvilleut.gov. Look for the “Taylorsville Green” group on Facebook for more tips and info.
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COUNCIL CORNER Things are Happening in Taylorsville as Construction Projects Abound By Council Member Curt Cochran What a year we have had, more than halfway in to 2020. If you think back to December, I don’t know that anyone would have predicted some of the things that we as Utahns and Americans have had to endure the last several months. I think that many have had enough and are asking ourselves, “When is it going to start getting better?” It is a natural and fair question to ask. Like my fellow Council members, I choose to look for the positive and the best in people, situations and opportunities. I, for one, am an optimist, by nature and by choice. It would be easy to look back at the last eight months and reflect on all those things behind us. Instead, I like to focus on what’s on the horizon for Taylorsville specifically, and it’s exciting to see where we are headed. In October, Target is expected to open at 5600 S. Redwood Road, in The Crossroads of Taylorsville shopping center. This will be an excellent addition to Taylorsville’s retail environment and a boost to the center. Strong businesses attract other strong businesses. A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege of touring the new Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center located in front of City Hall. This will be a top-notch facility that has the best equipment from all over the world. I am so
excited to see what types of events this facility will host. I know the city has had inquiries from across the state from different organizations eager to host an event. In addition, adjacent to the Performing Arts Center will be a beautiful, landscaped open area. As a city, we’ve been working on just the right look for this area and our city planners have come up with some awesome ideas that we are all thrilled about. We were surprised at the last fall conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when it was announced that the church planned to build a temple in Taylorsville. Many residents enjoyed having conversations with family, friends and neighbors about just where this temple would go in the city. We all asked ourselves, “Where in Taylorsville is there enough open property to build a temple?” Many were surprised with the church’s decision, but I do think that their choice is a positive one, which will make an energetic impact to the area. Lastly, for this article, I include the announcement of the Beltway West business complex project on 2700 West, adjacent to I-215 and north of the new State Office building (formerly the American Express complex). While this project may take a few years to complete, the announcement of the plans, along with all of the other things going on in the city, further shows that Taylorsville is where things are happening.
Left to right: Curt Cochran (District 2) Ernest Burgess (District 1) Dan Armstrong, (District 5) Meredith Harker, Chair (District 4) Brad Christopherson, Vice Chair (District 3)
Church Releases Picture of Temple in Taylorsville, Sets Groundbreaking A newly released picture from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides a glimpse of how the planned temple in Taylorsville will look. Its classic, more traditional design gives nod to the church meetinghouse that it will replace while seeming to also echo the blond brick used in the new Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, also under construction in the city. The artist's rendering, showing the planned design of the temple's exterior, was released Aug. 13, by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
"The temple is beautiful and represents the community and our pioneer heritage," Mayor Kristie Overson said. "It's reflective of our historic roots while also complementing more modern structures in our community such as the new Performing Arts Center. It's quite remarkable, really, how The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encapsulated the look of our community so well." Also announced was a groundbreaking ceremony for the Taylorsville Utah Temple that will be held in October. Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will preside at the event. The Taylorsville Utah Temple, first announced in October 2019, will be built on a 7.5-acre site located at 2603 W. 4700 South. The structure will be a three-story building of approximately 70,000 square feet, with a center spire. It is styled in the pioneer gothic architecture with limestone and granite finishes, according to FFKR architects. As part of the announcement, the church also detailed plans for its Red Cliffs Utah Temple in St. George. The temple in Taylorsville is being built on church property and will replace a chapel, pavilion and softball fields that were cleared away last month. The demolition of the meetinghouse drew many onlookers, including residents and neighbors who had attended church services there for decades and took
the opportunity to reminisce as they watched the excavators and grading machinery. The temple will sit where the softball fields were located, and a two-level parking structure with 472 stalls will be constructed in place of the chapel building. One level of the parking structure will be at ground level, while the second level will be underground. The main entrance of the temple will be situated on Chentelle Drive, and a second entrance will be at the southwest corner of the property. The City of Taylorsville continues to address transportation improvements in the area, including facilitation of the coming Bus Rapid Transit system, frontage road work, road widening and intersection realignment. The temple will be visible to 100,000 people a day who pass on the freeway.
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City’s Former Fire Liaison to Lead Formation of New Police Department The City of Taylorsville has appointed former Assistant Fire Chief Jay Ziolkowski to head the Project Management Team formed to put together the city’s new municipal police department. The Taylorsville City Police Department will begin operations on July 1, 2021. The Project Management Team, made up primarily of administrators and staff already working for the city, has been meeting weekly since July 1 of this year — when the City Council voted to give notice of its intent to leave Unified Police Department and move police services in-house. The team is tasked with providing accountability of the objectives required to create the new police department and ensuring an effective transition for law enforcement services. Ziolkowski will act as team leader and facilitator. Mayor Kristie Overson said Ziolkowski has already identified and set timelines and benchmarks, and interviewed several representatives from neighboring agencies and other stakeholders in gathering information and input. “He is amazing,” she said. “He knows public safety inside and out, and we’re really excited to work with him on this
year-long transition. It’s going to be a hard, long process but he is a great man to get us where we need to be.” Ziolkowski retired earlier this year from the Unified Fire Authority after 27 years with the agency. He began his career on April 1, 1993, as a firefighter with the then-Salt Lake County Fire Department. Over the years, he worked as an inspector, paramedic, captain and battalion chief within Taylorsville City. He followed in the footsteps of his father, who was a fire captain in Eugene, Ore. As a member of the Taylorsville Exchange Club since 1998, he also has served as a member of the Taylorsville Dayzz Committee, including parade chairperson for 10 years. Ziolkowski, who is contracting with the city as a consultant, said he is looking forward to his new job as Project Management Team leader. “It will be challenging and there are a lot of moving parts but I am confident we will form a top-notch police department,” he said. “The new Taylorville City Police Department will ensure the high level of safety and security residents have come to expect while operating efficiently and closer to home.” Find additional information about the city’s decision to form a municipal police department, including an FAQ and timeline of the work ahead, on the city’s website: www.taylorsvilleut.gov.
2020 VISION CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the two-lot subdivision at Redwood Road and 6200 South, along with a new dental center a few blocks from there. A new 7-Eleven store at 1500 West and 5400 South celebrated with a ribbon cutting this past month. The AutoZone at 1900 West and 5400 South is about halfway through construction and will open later this fall, and the Macey’s at the Taylorsville Town Center is expected to hold its first case-lot sale and a ribbon cutting this month. Other new businesses include a Swig n’Sweets, also at the Town Center; a Coffee Complex across from Salt Lake Community College on Redwood Road; a new State Liquor Store along 2700 West next to the new State Office Building, and a Dutch Bros Coffee shop, in the former Arctic Circle space at 3883 W. 5400 South. Several additional small businesses are opening at Carriage Square, Jade Square, MillStone Plaza and The Crossroads of Taylorville. • Summit Vista will open its Assisted Living and Memory Care facilities next June. Residential Building 3 is scheduled to open in a couple of months, and work on Building 4 will pick back up in April. • Improvements also are in the works at several shopping centers, including new roofing, HVAC, repaired masonry, new parking lot lights and update landscaping at the Taylorsville Town Center, and building exterior updates at The Crossroads of Taylorsville. Westwood Village property owners also are working with a developer to completely redo the center. “There is so much going on in our city and we are thrilled that we are the place where businesses want to be,” said Harper, who also noted that for the second year in a row Taylorsville made Verizon’s Top 50 list of “Best Small Cities to Start a Small Business.” Within the 2020 Vision’s other focus areas, on public safety: The city is focused on creating a new municipal police department that is expected to provide a better operating model for the future, ensuring greater public safety (see accompanying article). In the area of transportation: The Casa Linda Apartments have been cleared away to allow for construction of the Midvalley Connector Bus Rapid Transit line, expected to begin in spring next year. The Redwood Road beautification project also is on track.
Regarding parks and recreation: New gateway signs are now in manufacturing for 5400 South and Redwood Road, as well as Cabana Park. And finally, in the area of community building: The city continues its tradition of supporting community-wide events with reliance on a vast network of volunteers, including the Taylorsville Arts Council and Parks and Rec Committee, which both notably held several unique events this summer as a workaround to COVID-19 restrictions. “We can’t be more pleased with all that is happening in our community,” said Mayor Overson. “Taylorsville is definitely the place to be.”
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Nursing Students Put Together Care Packages for Taylorsville Seniors Taylorsville resident Pamela Light knew she wanted to do something to help the many seniors who have felt isolated and alone as the novel coronavirus has impacted older, at-risk populations and prevented visitors and social gatherings. Her own 80-year-old uncle was living at a care center and suffering through depression before his eventual passing. "It was so hard to not know what to do or how to help," Light said. So she came up with an idea: She'd spread a little bit of sunshine. Light has been working toward a nursing degree at Eagle Gate College, graduating at the end of August. For her program's Capstone Project, she decided to organize a service project for seniors. She and fellow nursing students Cheryl Johnson and Em"Most of our seniors like to go to the Taylorsville Senior Center to be with friends manuel Fobi spent the month of July gathering and soliciting donations to make care and be active," Light said. "But because of COVID-19, they cannot let people come packages to cheer up seniors at the Taylorsville Senior Center. They titled their project in so we are putting together packages to help them get through this hard time to "A Little Bit of Sunshine." brighten their day." Light, Johnson and Fobi spent the morning of July 29 putting together the packages at City Hall, where some city staff members and even Mayor Kristie Overson joined in. Light's son, Wyatt Ward, who will graduate from Taylorsville High this school year, also was on hand to help. "It was such a fun thing to do, to assemble these packages and see the TLC of these nurses," Mayor Overson said. To aid in the project, Taylorsville City committed to donating 70 chapsticks and 70 bottles of hand sanitizer. Many residents and city employees dropped off those items and more at City Hall to contribute to the packages. The city also designated the project as part of the #RallyTheValley2020 campaign. The 20-day initiative, which spanned two landmark holidays — July 4 and July 24, spotlighted the “best” of what was happening in the valley as a way for residents to inspire each other and highlight community involvement.
Family, Friends, Colleagues Remember Judge Kwan Family, friends and colleagues paid their final respects to Taylorsville Municipal Judge Michael W. Kwan at City Hall on July 31. In solemn ceremony, a procession made its way to City Hall where Judge Kwan laid in state that afternoon. Taylorsville Mayor Kristie Overson also issued a proclamation honoring his life and requesting that flags in the city be flown at half staff. "The City of Taylorsville owes a great debt of gratitude to Judge Kwan for his tireless efforts to serve his community, especially as the City's justice court judge, advocating for the rule of law through his compassion, patience, and good humor," states the proclamation issued July 29. Judge Kwan passed away at his home on July 21, with his wife by his side. His family said he died of natural causes. To honor his life, his family organized a processional from MacDougall Funeral Home to City Hall, where he laid in state in Council Chambers and the public was invited to pay their respects. The city's proclamation declared that city flags be lowered to half staff in honor of Judge Kwan and asked that businesses and individuals also lower their flags. "The Mayor of the City, on behalf of the citizens of the City, does hereby proclaim sincere gratitude, appreciation and commendation for the exemplary service and sacrifice Judge Kwan has given to his country, his family, and the City community," according to the proclamation. "Judge Kwan has truly and unforgettably changed the community for the better." In memory of Judge Kwan, donations can be made to OCA, Asian Pacific Advocates. (OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans). Judge Kwan and his family are long-time residents of Taylorsville and have been actively involved in the community on many levels. Judge Kwan has presided over the Taylorsville Justice Court for 22 years, since 1998.
“We will sincerely miss Judge Kwan and all that he brought to the court,” Mayor Overson said upon his passing. “He was compassionate and often extended a second chance for many. Above all, his model was fairness and he eschewed bigotry and racism with every essence of his being.” The City of Taylorsville is working with the Utah Administrative Office of the Courts to ensure that Judge Kwan’s replacement will be appointed as soon as possible. A substitute judge will fill in, in the meantime, to ensure the seamless administration of court services.
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Coronavirus Precautions Put in Place as Students Return to School Students heading back to school this month will see a few changes that have been implemented to keep them and their schools safe amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. The Governor’s Office, the Utah Department of Health, and the Association of Local Health Departments have outlined specific procedures for reopening schools in their COVID-19 School Manual. Among the requirements and recommendations, schools should utilize more electronic means of communication, have a plan to provide alternative learning to higher-risk students, and accommodate remote learning. Schools are also required to implement protocols for an increased cleaning and hygiene regimen. The Granite School District, which oversees most schools in Taylorsville, is working closely with local health departments and state officials to meet the needs of families, and ensure the safety of students and staff. School was scheduled to start Monday, Aug. 24, for Granite District students, with kindergarten starting Aug. 27. Two learning options have been provided to families, including in-person instruction at school or teacher-delivered distance learning. Classes will run on regular schedules Monday through Thursday. All students will use distance learning on Fridays. Per state mandate, face coverings are required for students and anyone visiting the school, and on buses. Spaced desks and assigned seating will be used for contact tracing, and students will follow a schedule of regular handwashing. Teachers and staff will wear face coverings at school, and school plans will allow for appropriate social distancing. In addition, building cleaning/disinfecting schedules will be enhanced, and each school will have an isolated health room. Students who are sick must stay home, and will be sent home if they come to school while sick. In the event of a local outbreak, classrooms or entire schools may be dismissed for a period of time.
See additional details about school operations at www.graniteschools.org and find more information in general about the coronavirus at www.taylorsvilleut.gov
Chief Recognizes Officers for Critical Work For their bravery and diligence in protecting the City of Taylorsville, five officers were formally recognized by Police Chief Tracy Wyant. Those presented with awards at the City Council’s July meeting were: • April Officer of the Month: Brandy Stephens • May Officer of the Month: Grayson Van Leeuwen • June Officer of the Month: Dan Christensen • May Chief’s Award: Officer Erica Austin • June Chief’s Award: Sgt. Brett Miller In honoring Stephens, Chief Wyant noted her 23 years of service in law enforcement, including eight years as office manager of the Taylorsville Precinct. “She has gone above and beyond in keeping the Taylorsville precinct safe in the midst of COVID-19,” the chief said. “Without direction, Brandy ordered and procured PPE and sanitizing supplies for the entire precinct. Her foresight has kept the precinct staff safe.” Van Leeuwen was recognized for “incredible diligence in following up with leads, yielding significant results in cases of fraud, forgery, identity theft and burglary.” His work resulted in the prosecution of one second-degree felony and seven third-degree felonies. Christensen has been “critical in providing quality and efficient public safety to the City of Taylorsville,” Wyant said. He recently led a crosswalk enforcement operation and DUI Blitz in the months of May and June. Chief’s award recipients Austin and Miller were honored for critical police work. Austin investigated aggravated assault and related DUI cases “with precision and promptness.” The Salt Lake District Attorney's Office filed charges based on her work without any additional follow-up investigation. In June, Miller and other officers were dispatched to a reported burglary in Taylorsville. Miller brought up concerns about the inconsistencies with the call, and ultimately called off police officers. Two days later, it was discovered the caller had committed suicide. A supply of firearms and ammunition also were discovered at the home, suggesting a possible ambush. “It is absolutely believed that through Sgt. Miller's experience, intuition and leadership, a potential catastrophe was avoided,” Wyant said. Council Chair Meredith Harker led those attending in a standing ovation in honor of the award recipients.
Amateur Radio Club Ready to Help in Any Emergency When the 5.7-magnitude earthquake hit Utah in March, police and fire departments moved quickly in response to calls from affected areas. But it begged a question: What would happen if the earthquake damaged the infrastructure to contact those departments? In such circumstances, Amateur Radio Emergency Communications would step in to help. In fact, when the Utah earthquake struck, the Taylorsville Amateur Radio Club was taking a roll call with almost every member and was prepared to report on any needs with the police department, fire department, utilities or damage within the community. “We're currently working on bridging the communication gap in an emergency with police, fire, water, air, gas, the CERT program and the safe neighborhood program,” said Troy Buchanan, president of the Taylorsville club. Buchanan and club members demonstrated what they can do and how they can communicate during a recent City Council meeting, where a member from each Council District performed a check-in with club license trustee Rulon Swensen over the radio set up in the Council Chambers. The Taylorsville Amateur Radio Club has more than 50 active members in the city who conduct check-ins, or “nets,” each week to test their communication skills and equipment in anticipation of an emergency. Over this past year, the Taylorsville Amateur Radio Club has donated over 389 service hours to the City of Taylorsville simply with nets alone. Their weekly nets are held every Monday evening at 8:30 p.m. on 146.740 (-) [tone 114.8] or 448.100 (-) [tone 114.8], with their back-up repeater being 146.94 (-) [tone88.5]. Find more information about the Taylorsville Amateur Radio Club at www.taylorsvillehamnet.org
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Taylorsville Bennion Heritage REMEMBRANCES By The Taylorsville Historical Society Arnold and Verna Mauchley of Bennion, Utah, were married April 9, 1926. The photo included shows them as they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Verna was born March 30, 1908, in Union, Utah, and passed away July 15, 1989, at age 81. Her maiden name was Verna Ellis Gregory. Arnold Mauchley was born August 27, 1900, in Salt Lake City to Lenard and Mary Krof. He was a retired farmer and former custodian of the original Plymouth School on 4800 South and Redwood Road. As a retired couple, they occupied much of their time working in their summer garden and traveled to Canada a few times. They liked to spend the winter months in Arizona. The were active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had three children: Ivan of Murray, Utah; Vern, West Point, Utah; Inez (Mrs. Paul Vander), Linden, Utah. Their home was in Bennion where they raised their family at 2030 W. 5400 South.
Be Sure to Complete Your Census Survey If you haven’t yet completed your 2020 Census form, be sure to do it this month. The Census Bureau will end field data collection and self-response options by Sept. 30 to permit time for data processing. You can respond to the Census online, by phone or by mail. Please remember that the Census will count everyone. It does not include a question about citizenship or immigration status and no enumerator will ask anyone about their immigration status at the doors. Census takers can be easily identified by a valid government ID badge with their photograph, U.S. Department of Commerce watermark and an expiration date on the badge. To confirm a census taker’s identity, the public may contact their regional census center to speak with a Census Bureau representative. The Census Bureau is making follow-up calls to some households that have already completed the 2020 census to make sure everyone in their house was counted and to validate information provided. If households don’t answer the call, agents will leave a voicemail with a 12-digit ID as a reference number. This operation will end on Oct. 31. Find more information at www.census.gov
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TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive
Taylorsville Senior Center Goes Virtual Salt Lake County is pleased to announce the development of a Virtual Senior Center. Aging & Adult Services' new Virtual Senior Center will offer programming that seniors can do from the safety of their own home. You can read more about the Virtual Senior Center and view current programs, by accessing the center’s newsletter online or stopping by the Taylorsville Senior Center, 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive, during drive-thru lunch hours (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday) to pick up a copy. These programs will include o n l i n e, v i d e o co n fe re n ce, telephone, or self- guided activities that require neither phone nor computer. A variety of class types will be available ranging from support groups, exercise classes, education, arts and crafts, and even self-guided tours of local areas. The development is ongoing. For example, the center has exercise classes and wellness videos on the department’s YouTube page from the Health Promotion program, and staff members are working every day to create new opportunities, including presentations, classes, support groups and more. Please check out the Taylorsville Senior Center’s website, Facebook page, and sign up for their email blast to receive current updates: www.slco.org/taylorsville-senior-center
Taylorsville Library is Open by Appointment The County Library is open for curbside appointments and inside express appointments to pick up physical items. You can also still access eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and other materials through the Salt Lake County Library website with your library card at www.thecountylibrary.org. Keep your eye on the library’s calendar for virtual programming, and for take home crafts! Find details at: https:// events.slcolibrary.org/events Check out more of the library’s passive programming, including Digital Escape Rooms and Scavenger Hunts, STEM Friday, and more on its Facebook page @TheCountyLibrary September 2020 | Page 17
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‘Localscape’ Your Unappreciative Lawn Is your lawn really worth it? After a long, hot summer, that’s the question you may ask. Consider the frustration of irrigation systems not working, weeds that grow no matter how hot it is and weekends sacrificed to maintain that unappreciative lawn. There is a better way to have a beautiful yard while saving time and water. Localscapes to the rescue. The professional team of horticulturists, landscape designers, maintenance pros and irrigation experts are here to help. It’s a free resource promoting a moderate approach to waterwise landscaping that is appropriate for Utah. Visit Localscapes.com for more information. If you have any questions regarding this article, please contact the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District office at 801-9689081, visit their website, www.tbid.org, and or follow them on Facebook and Twitter. 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.
SEPTEMBER WFWRD UPDATES
PLANNING COMMISSION
AREA CLEANUP RESULTS Taylorsville’s Area Cleanup took place between June 12 and July 7. During this time, 1,422 tons of waste was collected in 1,533 containers. Additionally, 473 mattresses, 68 tires and 26 refrigerators were collected. The majority of comments, regarding the change in how the service was provided, have been positive. Residents who really needed/wanted the service were able to utilize the containers without the issues of them being full before they could use it. As service continues throughout the district this year, improvements are being identified and implemented in preparation for next year.
REMOVE YOUR CANS FROM THE STREET AFTER COLLECTION Salt Lake County Health Department Sanitation Regulations (Regulation #7, paragraph 4.3.2) state that “containers shall not be set out on the street prior to the evening of the day before the scheduled collection. All containers shall be removed from the street the same day they are emptied.” Please keep your neighborhood streets clean by quickly removing your waste/recycle/green waste/glass cans from the street and public access ways after collection.
PLASTIC BAGS WFWRD is still seeing lots of plastic bags in the curbside recycle cans. They ask that all residents keep plastic bags and all thin film plastic materials out of the blue recycle cans. These bags create a lot of problems at the recycling processing facility. Page 18 | September 2020
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