NOVEMBER 2022
MAYOR’S MESSAGE INTERFAITH SERVICE Please refer to the ad in this issue of The Journal for details regarding our upcoming Interfaith Service. For our regulars, you will notice we moved the service up one week this year. Typically, we meet the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving. We hope this change will accommodate those that are traveling during the week. We have an exceptional slate of speakers and musical performances lined up for the service. I cannot imagine a more appropriate way to usher in the holidays than beautiful music coupled with a message of gratitude. I HOLLADAY HILLS (Formerly the Cottonwood Mall) hope to see you there! I am frequently asked about the old Cottonwood Mall site---“what is going on, how come it’s moving so SHOP LOCAL FIRST Holladay is a unique community; we enjoy a look and slow…”? Here is a quick update from the developer: feel like no other city in the State. Our economic engine • It may appear that progress has been a bit slow, but isn’t fueled by “Big Box” retailers, or the automobile that is not the case. Construction has been focused dealerships that are the envy of municipalities throughout on the underground infrastructure required to support the state. No question, there is a huge infusion of tax $’s the above-ground development. About 80 % of the generated by these retailers, but it comes with a cost. undergrounds are now in place, so you will notice Surrounding business communities that feed from the increased vertical development in the coming months. resulting traffic all begin to look the same, often referred • Block D is the major development currently underway to as “cookie cutter”. along Highland Drive. It will be the tallest and most Holladay has chosen a different path, actively courting intense block in the Holladay Hills mixed-use local retailers and restaurants. But how many of us development, with 20,000 square feet (about four really take the time to appreciate the local flavor of times the area of a basketball court) of retail on our business portfolio? Have you thought about the the ground level, 2 wrapped above-ground parking individual entrepreneurs that invest their time and financial decks, and 5 residential stories above the parking. resources to conduct business in our city? If we cherish The residential component consists of 200 for rent and the unique character of Holladay, if we want it to survive 16 for sale penthouse condominiums. The targeted and thrive, it is incumbent on all of us to support these date for initial occupation is the fall of 2023. businesses with our $’s! • Block E is directly south of Block D. It will house 150 for The “Shop Local First” initiative emphasizes the rent residential units, 25 for sale condominiums, and importance of keeping our tax $’s local. We understand 25,000 square feet of retail. Block E is currently out that every family faces unique challenges, that tight to bid and is expected to begin construction in 2023. budgets may preclude the luxury of shopping wherever • 38 for sale townhomes are currently under construction you like. Our simple ask is, when possible, prioritize our on the south end of the property, adjacent to Arbor local businesses when making your shopping decisions. Lane. The first phase of the townhome section should When a need arises, ask yourself, is there a place in hit the market in late spring or early summer of 2023. Holladay that can fill that need? If it costs a bit more to shop locally, weigh the • There are 6, ½ acre lots for sale on the south end of value of the $’s you may save against the benefit of the project site. These lots have separate entrances supporting businesses with local roots. True value is from Memory and Arbor Lanes and are priced at $995K. not always measured in dollars and cents. Let’s do • The Macy’s building, approximately 200,000 square all we can to keep our local friends and neighbors In feet, will be re-purposed with the 2nd and 3rd floors Business-In Holladay. converted to office space, and the ground floor remaining retail. This is my last opportunity to address you through I’m sure you are enjoying the articles written by your local Council representatives. To be honest, after 8 years I was struggling to produce fresh topics of interest, so I appreciate the perspective they have provided regarding issues in their districts or areas of interest developed through their service. It’s been a while since I updated you on projects and upcoming events, so here you go:
Additionally, this fall, the developers will install landscaping along the river on Arbor Lane from the bridge to Highland Drive. We will continue with periodic updates as the project evolves. You can also visit www. Holladayhills.com for up-to-date information on the development. It is exciting to see this once-mothballed project begin to take shape!
The Journal prior to ringing in 2023. As always, I am forever grateful for the honor and privilege of serving the citizens of Holladay. Joni and I wish you and your family a blessed holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year!!! Rob Dahle, Mayor
Add Some Green to Your Thanksgiving Feast Before your start planning your Thanksgiving dinner and setting the table, consider some ways to make your upcoming celebration environmentally- and budgetfriendly, while still creating a wonderful holiday for the people you love.
• Make sure your menu is right-sized for the number and preferences of your dinner guests - eliminate unpopular dishes that are often left uneaten, shop early and only buy the amount of food you’ll need to give everyone an enjoyable meal with your ideal amount of leftovers. • Not a fan of turkey? Consider downsizing or skipping that holiday bird and going big on sides and veggies. Every year, according to the NRDC, about 200 million pounds of turkey are thrown out over the Thanksgiving week – that’s a lot of waste! • Buy seasonal, local and organic items to not only get the freshest and tastiest ingredients but also to support our community’s farmers and reduce greenhouse gases. • Bring out your favorite dishes, cloth napkins and fancy silverware and skip the one-use plastic plates, napkins and cutlery. • Decorate with nature by using colorful leaves and pinecones from your own yard to craft centerpieces, seating place cards and table accents or use fresh fruit that you’ll eat later. • If you are making a trek to someone else’s home, travel smarter in off-peak times, carpool with family/ friends or consider taking a bus instead of flying or driving. • Compost kitchen scraps to reduce landfill waste or utilize those unused food items to make broths, pesto or another flavorful bases for use in future meals. • Love your leftovers by storing in reusable containers, repurposing that turkey into a delicious sandwich or freezing what you can’t eat for use in recipes later.