Davis Journal | December 29, 2023

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$1.50 Dec. 29, 2023 | Vol. 2 Iss. 50

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RENDERING OF THE NEW Western Sports Park in Farmington.The 120,000 square foot facility will be completed in 2024.

Rendering courtesy of Davis County

A new year begins – make it a good one

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

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hen the clock strikes midnight on Dec. 31, a New Year is ushered in. A new beginning for some, for others it’s a rewind of the past year of resolutions made, resolutions forgotten.

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ruit Heights is currently in the final stages of strategizing and organizing the implementation of an active transportation plan in the city. Among the upcoming trail projects to get started in 2024 are: • Extending the hiking and walking Bonneville Shoreline Trail from Kaysville Wilderness Park to Farmington. • Constructing mountain bike trails in collaboration with the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. • Establishing a new trailhead for the Bair Canyon. • Paving a trail on the east side of US-89. John Pohlman, Fruit Heights Mayor

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Participate in at least one quality time event each week with each of my kids and with my wife. 2. Avoid going to Disneyland in 2024. 3. Respond more quickly to emails and text messages (there is real need here).

It all started some 4,000 years ago when the ancient Babylonians made promises to the gods during a massive 12-day religious festival to return any objects they had borrowed and pay their debts, according to History.com. The New Year didn’t start in January either. It was in March when crops were planted.

Today, instead of making promises to the gods, most people make promises to themselves to do better and be better in the coming year. It’s a time for reflection of who you are and what you want to become. From goals to lose weight to making more time for family, everyone must evaluate themselves and their lives to de-

cide what’s attainable for them in 2024. Figure out what changes need to be made for 2024 to be the best year ever so when 2025 rolls around you don’t have to look back on 2024 with disappointment. Looking ahead to 2024, city and county leaders and the community share their thoughts. l

4. Continue to do all I can to stop the windstorms in Farmington. 5. Listen more and request more input from those around me. 6. Stop trying to stop drinking Diet Coke. 7. Learn to eat a food/dish that I currently despise (e.g., avocado, peppers, or ranch dressing). 8. Never, ever, ever try to learn to like ranch dressing. 9. Be present (put the phone away, not just down). 10. Find an exercise routine that works (and that doesn’t hurt the next day). Brett Anderson, Farmington Mayor

2. Implement a comprehensive redevelopment plan to revitalize and enhance the downtown area, attracting new businesses, residents, and visitors. 3. Encourage the development of single-family housing options to accommodate the growing population and provide affordable and diverse housing choices for our residents. 4. Support and promote current businesses in Kaysville, providing them with resources and assistance to grow and thrive in our community. 5. Attract new businesses to Kaysville, diversifying our economy and creating job opportunities for residents. 6. Foster a business-friendly environment by streamlining regulations and processes, making it easier for entrepreneurs to start and expand their ventures in our city. 7. Strengthen partnerships and collaboration with neighboring cities, county, and state agencies to address regional challenges and opportunities. 8. Engage and involve the community in decision-making processes, ensuring that their voices are heard and their needs are considered in shaping the future of Kaysville by creating a Kaysville Community Council. Tami Tran, Kaysville Mayor

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y goals are to create a video about each department at Bountiful City giving residents useful information and highlighting City functions. I also plan to focus on economic development. I hope to foster closer relationships with my husband and each of my kids by serving them. Kendalyn Harris, Bountiful Mayor

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ere are our Goals for 2024: 1. Upgrade and repair aging infrastructure, including roads, water lines, power lines, to ensure the safety and efficiency of our city’s utility and transportation systems.

wo major construction projects for 2024. Foxboro Wetlands Park and the reconstruction of Hatch Park. We will redo the bridge design over the railroad tracks on 1100 North as we continue to work with Union Pacific for a solution they will accept. Brian Horrocks, North Salt Lake Mayor

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ontinue remarkable collaboration with a task force of many stakeholders for the new State law that requires Davis County to have a shelter for our most vulnerable people. And Davis County has many vulnerable individuals and families. • Ensure that this shelter actually helps to stabilize folks who move on to better situations and that the place receives tremendous community support. • Live up to the level of professionalism at and community support to Please see RESOLUTIONS: pg. 2


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