Holladay Journal | February 2023

Days before Christmas 2021, Holladay’s Heather Vanboerum visited the Murray Costco to pick up a few last-minute supplies for a holiday party. She also was anticipating, any day, the birth of her granddaughter. However, minutes later, terror struck the 51-yearold mother as she headed out into the parking lot and heard screams; she turned around to see an out-ofcontrol car careening toward her. Before she could do anything, the vehicle plowed into her, pinning her to another car.

Vanboerum’s right leg was severed, and her left leg mutilated, where she was losing blood fast and had minutes to live. Fast-thinking Costco employees responded by placing a tourniquet. At the time of the crash, she was on the phone with her husband, Don, an ER doctor across the road at Intermountain Medical Center.

That Christmas Eve, Vanboerum’s legs were amputated. Her hospital bed was wheeled across the hospital days later to visit her new grandbaby.

While in the hospital, Vanboerum decided her attitude toward her situation would be to live life to the fullest.

Vanboerum has defied expectations at every turn in her recovery—fit with her first prosthetic leg in March and her second in June at Murray’s Hanger Clinic. She has worked hard to walk independently and return to the activities she loves: playing pickleball, cycling and hiking with her family. Her next goal: learn to ski.

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One of Vanboerum’s biggest supporters is Hanger Clinic’s prosthetist and area clinic manager, Wendy Remington. Remington has been there since the beginning, providing hope to Vanboerum in the hospital, helping Vanboerum take her first steps, and now assisting Vanboerum to conquer adaptive sports and recreation—celebrating the little victories along the way. Vanboerum is also now paying it forward by participating in life-saving emergency care initiatives in the community, teaching several classes through the local EMS team.

“It’s hard to be negative when so many people around you are cheering you on,” Vanboerum said. “I think of the many heroic efforts it took to get me where I am today, and I am so grateful to everyone.”

“Heather’s authenticity and openness to learning have been a huge part of her success. From day one, Heather has worked hard, set goals, and embraced her new situation with courage and willingness to tackle the unknown. I find an adaptable and open mindset like Heather’s can be a big asset to someone recovering from a traumatic injury in maintaining physical, mental and emotional health,” Remington said.

According to Vanboerum, she focused on three aspects of her life that would carry her through this

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Heather Vanboerum. (Photo courtesy Heather Vanboerum)

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Granite School District releases weather closure procedures and introduces free app

Here in Utah, our infrastructure is equipped to handle the rapid onset of winter conditions with relative ease. However, when should safety take precedence over school attendance, and how can school weather protocol keep families and students safe? This year, Granite School District has outlined its own protocols and procedures.

In a statement on its website, the district made it clear that keeping schools open is a top priority. “First and foremost, please know that Granite School District aims to keep schools open whenever possible. Snowstorms are a reality in the Salt Lake Valley, and though winter weather may present challenges, school closures or delays are rare.”

Furthermore, the district takes efforts through social media postings, text messaging, and other platforms to keep students updated on any closures. The district does its part to keep students apprised, however, it is best to assume that schools will remain open even during storms and other disruptive weather.

The district works hard to maintain a tight and functioning bus schedule that ensures students arrive at school on time. However, weather can cause unexpected delays, which is why the district relies on the mobile application, “Here Comes the Bus.” The app, available on Google Play and the App Store, provides information regarding the whereabouts of your bus, including its real-time location. The application also provides scheduled and actual arrival times for both home and school routes and sends out push and email notifications when a bus is near.

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step-by-step instructions and troubleshooting on its website for those who are interested in utilizing the app. The application is both free and user-friendly, making it easy for students to navigate.

While schools aim to operate during snowstorms both major and minor, there are always exceptions and other factors to consider. Ultimately, it should be up to parents to determine if conditions are safe.

“We trust parents to make the ultimate call when it comes to their child’s safety. Not all streets are plowed at the same time, and snow totals may differ from region to region. If you do not think it is safe to send or take your kids to school during inclement weather, please keep them home. School officials will be lenient regarding tardiness and absences during winter weather,” the district stated on social media.

The district works to prepare for any inclement weather in the forecast and is equipped to utilize virtual learning in the event of a school closure. Thankfully, in recent years, virtual learning has become a viable alternative in the event that in-person learning needs to be temporarily halted.

The district also acknowledges that its desire to stay open isn’t just for academic purposes. “Like any public service, people count on schools to remain open, and there are many services we provide beyond education,” the memo says and then goes on to state that students rely on schools staying open for multiple reasons. First and foremost, many working parents and families do not have the luxury of drastically shifting their schedules, and often have to risk leaving their children unsupervised or missing work.

Another reason why Granite District Schools aim to stay open? Food security. More than half of the district’s students rely on their neighborhood school for breakfast and lunch. Students may risk not having their nutritional needs met in the event of closures. Finally, schools often provide a warm and safe environment for students in the cooler months.

As previously mentioned, the district will aim to be lenient during major storms and extreme weather. Especially considering that many Granite School District institutions are located on or by major roadways and highways that are often impacted the most by delays. The district also aims to mitigate automobile congestion by

limiting emergency late starts. These late starts are often the culprit of an increased vehicle pileup.

Unless you receive notice from the district, and/or your child’s specific school it is best to assume that classes will be in session. To learn more about opting in on push notifications and other helpful alerts, the district has outlined how to do so on its website. Assuming it’s routinely updated, social media is also a good place to check for any emergency information. Above all else, prioritize your own safety and use discretion when navigating the roads. Even smaller-scale storms and weather can prove disastrous if not carefully navigated. l

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Holladay Artist of the Month Tricia Cook

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Cook uses a minimal number of elements in her renovation and design projects as well as her oil and acrylic paintings to create the utmost visual impact. Clean lines and balanced color, shapes and texture bring out the beauty in her simple artistic scenes. An observer isn’t overwhelmed or distracted when contemplating the message which Cook intends to convey.

Selected by the Holladay Arts Council as Holladay Artist of the Month, Cook is an educator as well as an artist passionate about home renovation and design, oil and acrylic painting, collecting inspirational art volumes and capturing ideas in her watercolor sketchbook.

Cook studied interior design at Utah State University and then transferred to the University of Utah receiving degrees in consumer studies, economics and special education. Completing reading certifications at the University of Utah Reading Clinic, she has extensive background in reading intervention and is a certified Wilson Dyslexia Therapist.

Cook enjoys her job as an educator, but art is her passion. She is the owner of a successful tutoring business, The Tutoring House, which provides educational services to over 120 students ranging from intervention for students struggling in academics to guidance in college essay writing. She also enjoys working as a special education reading intervention specialist at the J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School. After work, she tries to take time out to nurture her passion for taking something and unlocking its hidden potential. Whether it is renovating an old home, applying finishing brush strokes to a painting of a white barn or bringing the neighbor’s garden of vibrant orange poppies to life on canvas, Cook finds enjoyment, relaxation and satisfaction in the artistic process of creation and reflection.

“I absolutely love working in education, but I also love art,” Cook said. “It is my passion. I have remodeled seven homes and truly enjoy the artistic process of taking something and enhancing it.”

One way Cook immerses herself in the artistic experience is by reading and collecting books in the art genre. She browses the aisles of the art collection section at the local library and explores the dusty shelves of antiquarian bookstores to find the unusual, the old or the rare art volume to inspire her inner creativity and foster an artistic growth mindset.

Although Cook enjoys painting with oil, acrylic is her medium of choice. She sells and donates paintings but also gives

away a lot of her completed art to family and friends.

“Acrylic dries fast and isn’t as forgiving as oil,” Cook said. “But I can get more texture with acrylic using a palette knife or dry brush technique.”

Influenced by Brian Kershisnik, one of the best-known contemporary Utah artists, Cook uses a sketchbook like Kershisnik to explore ideas for future paintings. Cook’s little watercolor sketchbook is overflowing with big ideas hidden among inspirational paintings filled with color and suspended in a watery-based solution.

“During Covid, when we were in isolation, each week my two children and I participated in a sketchbook challenge,” Cook said. “The idea was to depict a simple topic or idea using artistic expression. It was truly a lot of fun.”

In October, Cook participated in the Plein Air art competition as well as the Plein Air Quick Draw event sponsored by the Holladay Arts Council. Her plein air painting of the Roots Garden Shop on Highland Drive and plein air quick draw painting of Caputo’s Italian Market and Deli shop front was exhibited at a plein air reception and art auction held at Relics Framemakers & Gallery in Holladay. Cook’s primary focus is to continue to work on building her artistic portfolio and explore opportunities to exhibit her art work more frequently.

“I enjoyed participating in the Plein Air Quick Draw event,” Cook said. “It was a fun and enjoyable way to connect with people visiting the Holladay Plaza and to become immersed in the artistic process together. When I create something others enjoy, to me that is artistic success.”

Cook’s artwork will be on display through the month of February at Holladay City Hall.

If you would like to nominate a Holladay resident for Artist of the Month visit www.holladayarts.org/suggest-an-artist.

Artist Tricia Cook is an educator as well as an artist passionate about home renovation and design, oil and acrylic painting, collecting inspirational art volumes and capturing ideas in her watercolor sketchbook.

(Photo credit Tricia Cook)

“House on Ocean.” Simple clean lines and balanced color, shapes and texture bring out the beauty in Tricia Cook’s simplistic scenes. (Collette Hayes/City Journals)

Locals celebrate their love for horses near home

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ManyHolladay and Millcreek residents are saddling up in the suburbs, bringing their passion for horses and horsemanship close to home.

Cara Fox, owner of the Holladay-based Fox Stables, has loved horses since she can remember. It wasn’t until she was in college and had a chance to ride and take lessons that she fell even more deeply in love with the equestrian life. Fox’s first little girl, Kate, was born with the same enduring passion for horses as her mother. From the time Kate could walk and talk, it was all things horses. Kate began lessons when she was four years old. Finally, when she turned 13, the family adopted a little 3-year-old mustang rescue filly. (See sidebar about adoptions.)

“Kate absolutely loved our mustang rescue filly,” Fox said. “The next year, we decided to purchase an off-the-track thoroughbred as a jumper pony for my 11-yearold daughter, Lottie, who was learning to enjoy horses as well. We then adopted a rescue pony from the State of Utah through the Gardner Village Rescue Program. The pony has been shown a lot of love and affection, and she is to the point where she trusts humans again. Also, we have added a jumper pony and another off-the-track thoroughbred horse who pretty much rules the roost and thinks he is Superman. He is for sure the leader of them all.”

Kate and Lottie travel the country to compete in jumper and hunter disciplines. Kate who is now 16, placed first in all four of her out-of-state hunter-jumper equestrian

Many people might have dreams of owning and training a wild horse, but Gus Warr, Wild Horse and Burro specialist for the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management, said that owning a wild horse can be challenging.

“A wild horse is not a gentled animal. It is wild,” Warr said. “Within a one-year period, if the horse does not gentle down, you can return the horse to the adoption facility. Often, if a horse does not gentle down, it’s because sufficient time has not been invested into training the horse. A wild horse requires daily physical interaction in order to create a bond.”

“If a person is interested in adopting a wild horse, they can reach out to our Delta facility,” Warr said. “You can go down and select an animal and go home the same day with a burro or horse. We have a number of programs so the cost for the horse will vary. When we start talking about the Trainer Incentive Program (TIP), it’s a $125 fee. If you go down to the facility and just want to adopt, it’s $25. We have

riding competitions this past year, and she hopes to receive an equestrian scholarship.

“Riding has taught the children the value of hard work,” Fox said. “Kate and Lottie are out at the stables at least three hours every day. They feed the horses hay and water, grain them, muck out their stalls and then do

an adoption incentive program which is different where a general citizen will select a horse and pay $125 at the end of one year. The reason we call it an adoption program is because the animal is still owned by the government for one year and that’s to make sure that the animal is cared for properly. The Bureau of Land Management or our volunteers will do a compliance inspection within that one year to make sure the wild horse is being well cared for.”

If you’d rather just witness the beauty of wild horses, Warr said there are several Utah locations where wild horses can be observed. Utah is home to one of the most famous herds in America, the Onaqui, named for the Onaqui Mountains in the west desert.

“Most any day of the year you could drive out and see the Onaqui herd because the horses are habituated to seeing people,” Warr said. “There are about 250 horses in the herd, and they are easily observed and photographed. People drive out daily to photograph the horses.”

it all again at dinner time. Also, they exercise the horses for one to two hours a day five days a week.”

HeartMath Institute, a nonprofit research center, has presented a well-researched scientific explanation of how a human’s heart will sync or entrain to the rhythm of a horse’s heart. The nonprofit research has been successful in identifying

why people tend to feel better simply from being in close proximity to a horse.

“Horses require a lot of time and love, but if you have it to give, they will reward and bless your life beyond your imagination,” Fox said. “Horses are pure unconditional love and they can feel your emotions at all times. It’s truly amazing how a horse can connect to your heart and heal it when it

“Horses require a lot of time and love, but if you have it to give, they will reward and bless your life beyond your imagination,” says horse owner Cara Fox. (Photo credit Cara Fox)

University of Utah Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Cindy Furse desperately wanted to own a horse her entire life. Finally, at age 40 she took her first lesson at Serendipity Stables. (Collette Hayes/City Journals)

Serendipity Stable owner Sue Hall runs a 15-acre riding stable in the Millcreek area and has been teaching young people and adults to ride horses six days a week for the past 50 years. (Collette Hayes/City Journals)

Tiny Art Show captures the world of miniature art

Originally becoming popular in the 16th century, miniature portrait paintings were considered treasured tiny jewels crafted with intense determination and fine detail, placed in a small locket and then worn by both men and women to always keep loved ones close to the heart. Moving into the 21st century, the Tiny Art Show brings talented artists immersed in the world of miniature art together to display their small yet powerful artistic representations of love.

The annual Tiny Art Show, sponsored and organized by the Holladay Arts Council, opens on Feb. 6 and runs through Feb. 11. The general theme of the exhibit is love. Artists of all ages throughout the Salt Lake valley will display their miniature art work in the downstairs gallery at Holladay City Hall. Tiny art, including paintings, 3D art, and sculpture, will be exhibited and available for sale.

“Last year was the first year for this show,” said Sheryl Gillilan, executive director of the Holladay Arts Council. “We had 80 artists with 270 works of tiny art. It’s unusual to see everything in a small size. There’s something inherently seductive about tiny works of art.”

Gillilan pointed out when creating

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miniature works of art, sometimes working small is as hard as working big. The artist has to distill the essence of the art work in a small space usually adding a lot of detail. Space is limited to communicate an idea so the artist must plan carefully. But there are also several advantages to creating something small.

“It is usually faster to create a small work of art and easier to make a series with the same subject or style,” Gillilan said. “Sometimes artists experiment on a small scale before enlarging the idea. Also, artists who always work small feel like they sometimes get overlooked in traditional art shows, so this way everyone’s ‘playing in the same sand box.’ Because the art is small, the prices are more accessible for patrons who don’t have a big art-buying budget. Also, artists are always happy to see their ‘babies’ go to good homes with people who appreciate the art. Smaller works of art are easier to find a place for in homes and make great gifts.”

Holladay Arts Council web designer and artist Beckie Rock plans to exhibit her miniature art again this year in the Tiny Art Show. Rock grew up in a home where art was encouraged and appreciated. She studied illustration and web design at Salt

Lake Community College and also studied painting under her sister, Utah professional artist Bonnie Posselli.

“The Tiny Art Show was a successful event last year,” Rock said. “The art was tiny and fun and because of the timing, people were buying a small piece of art for a small price for Valentine’s Day. I’m looking forward to displaying three or four pieces of my art in the show once again this year.”

The price for tiny pieces of art will range from under $100 to several hundred dollars for collector pieces created by renowned artists. Holladay Arts Council members will be on hand daily during the Tiny Art Show to answer questions and to sell the tiny crafted art.

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Artist Beckie Rock’s works along with others will be featured at the annual Tiny Art Show organized by the Holladay Arts Council. The show opens Feb. 6 and runs through Feb. 11. Given the timing of the exhibit this year, many artists will be depicting the theme of love in their art. (Photo credit Holladay Arts Council)

tragedy.

“I would recommend checking in daily with oneself in three areas. I focused on mental, spiritual and physical healing. I recognized early on that if I was struggling in one area, the other two areas suffered as well. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. The stronger you stay, the faster you heal,” Vanboerum said.

Remington also provided insights into how others can help one going through a difficult life change.

“One of the best ways to support someone when they have had a life-altering injury is to practice empathy. Learning to adapt to a significant life change is difficult for the person going through it and the family and friends supporting the affected person. Everyone will have a grieving process to adjust to the feelings that come up with such a life-changing event like limb loss. The best thing someone can do is reach out for help if they are struggling or if they see their family members struggle with feeling alone or overwhelmed in the process,” Remington said.

Hanger Clinic offers peer mentorship through its AMPOWER program, where they provide help and encouragement to amputees going through the recovery process by sharing resources, providing emotional support, and answering questions about the recovery process.

“It’s also important to build a strong community, so new prosthetic users do not feel alone in their journey, which is why we host group events and activities such as EmpowerFest, adaptive bike rides, running clinics, support groups and more,” Remington said.

“There really aren’t ‘days of discouragement’ as much as there are moments or

times of discouragement,” Vanboerum said. “So, really taking everything moment by moment or hour by hour helps me to move on from discouraging times. A really cool guy named Tommy, that I met at an amputee event last summer, gave me some great advice. He said when things get tough, and they will, let yourself feel it and sit in it. Then he said to kick yourself in the butt and get movin’ forward. I have reminded myself to do so often.” l

Heather Vanboerum in the hospital with her husband, Don. (Photo courtesy Heather Vanboerum)

Heather Vanboerum learning to walk with prosthetic legs. (Photo courtesy Heather Vanboerum) 6556 S Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd Holladay,

Cottonwood Heights considers funding fire services through property taxes

TheCottonwood Heights City Council is considering altering how they fund their fire services. Currently, Cottonwood Heights pulls their annual member fees for Unified Fire Authority (UFA) from the general fund. However, they do have the option to create a taxing district to fund fire services directly from tax collection.

UFA provides fire response and services for 16 different municipalities throughout the valley, including Cottonwood Heights. They are primarily funded through member fees which each municipality pays annually.

Cottonwood Heights has historically paid those member fees through their general fund budget. UFA has been listed as a single line item, ranging from $3.95 million to $4.3 million during the past four year. This requires Cottonwood Heights to account for any increases to the UFA member fees within their city budget.

“Our responsibility for our member fee, to belong to UFA, comes from the general fund. We have to account for increases in general fund dollars,” said Cottonwood Heights Mayor Mike Weichers.

UFA typically increases their member fees to cover personnel costs related to cost of living and merit. Their current projections show member fees are anticipated to increase by half a million dollars.

Holladay, Riverton, Herriman and Cottonwood Heights have been the only four UFA members to pay their annual fees directly from their budgets. In contrast, 10 of the UFA members pay their annual member fees through Unified Fire Service Authority (UFSA), a special service area funded by a taxing district. This allows their fire service

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member fees to be paid directly from residential taxes.

“Cities that are a part of UFSA belong to a taxing district that can increase taxes to pay for fire services,” Weichers said. “If there is an increase to the member fee, they do not have to account for increases to their member fee within their general fund. Their fire district fees increase accordingly to account for member fee.”

Riverton and Herriman have recently switched their funding to be through a special service area taxing district. Cottonwood Heights and Holladay are considering if creating a taxing district would be beneficial for them as well.

“We are on different tax trajectories. Their growth is going add more taxable income to them to be able to accommodate for the increases to the cost. We don’t have that luxury,” said Councilmember Shawn Newell.

In addition, municipalities that go through UFSA to fund their fire services have to go through the Truth in Taxation process every time UFA increases their member fees.

There would be additional costs related to the Truth in Taxation. Cottonwood Heights would need to pay for noticing and education materials for residents. In addition, separate audits for the city budget and taxing district would be necessary.

“I am concerned about our staff taking on more hours to manage (the special service area taxing district) and the outward costs of noticing and auditing annually,” said Councilmember Ellen Birrell.

A handful of advantages for switching

to a taxing district were noted by the council including putting less stress on the city’s general fund and more transparency for the public.

“It would be a complete fund separation,” added City Manager Tim Tingey.

If the council chooses to fund fire services through a taxing district, they will need to go through a very specific process outlined by the State of Utah. They will have to pass a resolution with the intent of creating a taxing district. Then, notice will need to be

sent out to all property owners within the affected area with an appropriate timeline for any residents to voice their protests or concerns. The council would then have to adopt a resolution to create the special service area taxing district. That paperwork would need to be processed by city staff and sent to the governor’s office.

The council will continue their deliberation during their annual budget retreat. l

Heavy Rescue Team 110 from Cottonwood Heights responding to a Holladay City fire. (Photo courtesy of Unified Fire Authority)

Residents within special taxing districts fund fire services directly through their property taxes. (Photo courtesy of Unified Fire Authority)

The Unified Fire Authority is primarily funded through a special service area district set by the Unified Fire Service Authority. (Photo courtesy of Unified Fire Authority)

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Jordan Barnes was averaging almost nine assists per game, third in the state. Barnes serves as the court general point guarding the Olympus Titans boys basketball team. At press time, the Titans were 16-1 with its lone loss the first game of the season against reigning 6A champs American Fork.

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Class offers suicide prevention tools through ‘Question Persuade Refer’ method

Itdoesn’t matter how positive life may look at the moment for an individual; suicide can affect anyone at any time. At some point over the course of a lifetime, everyone will struggle with what seems to be overwhelming adversity. When life throws a curve ball, how does one handle it?

Learning suicide prevention tools can help build confidence by helping an individual to feel empowered when life throws a curve ball either directed toward themselves or others.

The Holladay Library will be offering a 90-minute suicide prevention presentation on Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. The presentation is sponsored by Happy Healthy Holladay, a city-sponsored committee that is a health coalition of Salt Lake County, Salt Lake County Library, Holladay Branch and the Salt Lake County Health Department.

Salt Lake County Health Department suicide prevention health educator BreeAnn Silcox will be presenting information on the Question Persuade Refer (QPR) method. The QPR method teaches an individual how to recognize the warning signs of suicidal ideation and how to start a needed conversation that might be difficult. Normalizing difficult conversations provides hope to those struggling with mental health concerns and

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presents the opportunity to encourage those in need to reach out to the many resources available that support mental health challenges.

Holly Smith, assistant city manager for Holladay City and chair of Happy Healthy Holladay, said the main goal of the Holladay sponsored committee is to look for ways to promote healthy living but also to look at current data from the Salt Lake County Health Department to see where there is a need to provide additional resources for community health challenges. Depression and suicide are two of the top 10 areas that have been identified in the data as opportunities for providing needed support.

“Connection is the opposite of depression,” Smith said. “Isolation can be a breeding ground for negative thoughts and feelings. The Salt Lake County Health Department’s QPR class is one way to learn how to connect with someone who is struggling and to initiate a needed conversation. Partnering with other agencies is our committee’s strength. As part of a coalition, we are trying to make sure everyone is in step supporting and learning from each other which enables us to provide needed information and resources to the community. There is a lot of need, yet there is a lot of

opportunity to link arms as a community. That’s our power, right? Everyone working together to build a happy, healthy community.”

In a recent conversation with Silcox at the Salt Lake County Health Department, she pointed out how important it is to talk about mental health and make it a normal part of things being discussed.

“Everyone at some point in life is going to struggle with a mental health concern,” Silcox said. “Most people that have thoughts of suicide do not die of suicide. If we can shift the narrative about suicide, hopefully people can feel more comfortable in reaching out for help without feeling like there would be negative consequences for themselves in the future. The presentation that we are doing in Holladay is called the QPR—Question Persuade Refer. Basically, it teaches an individual how to recognize the warning signs of suicidal ideation. Question is all about how we ask someone about suicide, and we give some pretty specific examples of ways someone could ask. I like to have people find language that is comfortable for them and natural. We also give examples of how not to ask the question, too. Persuade is listening to a person and asking them if we can get them connected to help. Refer is then making that connection and going through resources to find different ways to connect a person to the help.”

Silcox mentioned there are a number of resources available for teaching healthy coping strategies and the earlier these strategies are taught, the better. Learning coping strategies earlier in life can help a person to navigate the intense or stressful moments we experience.

“Even in a high-intensity moment we want individuals to be trained to step in and be there for people that are experiencing crisis,” Silcox said. “Also, we want to make sure that survivors of suicide loss have access to needed resources as well. When we receive training in suicide prevention, it can

provide confidence to know what resources are available and what to do when challenging situations arise.”

If you or anyone that you know struggles with mental health challenges or concerns and needs immediate support, reach out to:

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

For those who have lost someone to suicide: Caring Connections provides support groups www.nursing.utah.edu/caring-connections,

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: www.afsp.org/

Live On Utah: www.liveonutah.org/ is a website where people can learn more about how to help someone or how to get help. l

MILLCREEK Cindy Sadler : 801-274-0062

HOLLADAY Emily Wilson : 801-484-8600 Currently

COUNCIL CORNER

With our water situation becoming as dire as it has in recent years, this banner snow season thus far is heaven-sent!

As of this writing on January 20th (approximately halfway through the snow season), Alta Ski Resort is reporting 432” season-to-date. That’s only 44” short of the average entire season snowfall of the past nine years! And the best part, as I’m sure many of you know, is that the water content in this snow has been very high.

How grateful we are for this much-needed precipitation. Notwithstanding these better-than-normal conditions, may we all resolve to be good stewards of our valuable water resources and make conservation an ongoing practice.

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

With many privately-owned development activities in the city becoming more visible, the Council thought residents would appreciate another update on both Holladay Hills and other properties in progress or planned to be built that include retail offerings. We recognize that residents’ interest in development varies, but hopefully, most will appreciate additional options for shopping, dining and other services.

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All underground infrastructure at the former Cottonwood Mall site is now 90% complete.

Block D (200 residential units for rent and 16 for sale penthouse condominiums; 20k sq ft retail) is the tallest of the Holladay Hills buildings, with two aboveground parking decks and five levels of residential.

The Developer is targeting occupancy by the first half of October and occupancy of Phase 2 of Block D by December. They currently anticipate a couple of sitdown and three fast-casual restaurants in the retail space that they hope to have come online Q1 2024.

Block E (150 for-rent residential units; 25 forsale condominiums and 25k sq ft of retail) has been delayed slightly while more value engineering was performed, but they anticipate breaking ground at the end of this quarter.

You may have noticed the 8-plex design studio and model home on the south end of the development, adjacent to Arbor Lane. The developer anticipates summer/fall occupancy here for what will ultimately be 38 townhomes.

Block B (former Macy’s building) and adjacent pad: The exterior and interior are being redone, and the second and third floors, consisting of 120k sq ft of office space, are under contract to be fully leased with two tenants. Occupancy is planned for the end of Q1 2024. The first floor comprises 60k sq ft of retail spaces with multiple users. The developer anticipates a wonderful specialty sit-down restaurant that doesn’t currently have a presence in Utah for the Block B pad.

Lastly, beautification landscaping along the Arbor Lane bridge to Highland Drive will take place this spring.

APOLLO SQUARE

After challenges related to underground parking, much progress has been made on this development where Apollo Burger was formerly located that will offer 33 condominium units (⅔ of which have sold) above 11k sq ft of retail. Several wellness-related retailers have

SUBSCRIPTION Green Waste Program

The Weekly Green Waste Collection Program will resume beginning Tuesday, March 14th for Holladay residents. Holladay currently has 1,532 out of the 10,477 district-wide subscribers. Residents can sign up and help divert green waste from the landfill to be processed into mulch that can be purchased for use from the Salt Lake Valley and Trans-Jordan Landfills. There is a one-time start-up fee of $70 to pay for the can and at $126 per year, a green waste can is less expensive than an additional black garbage can at $234 per year.

For more information on this program, head to the “Services & Requests” tab on our website (www.wasatchfrontwaste.org) and hit “Additional Subscription Services” to find the “Green Waste Sign Up” link.

submitted LOIs, ranging from a pilates studio to a cold bath / hot sauna facility to a professional doctor’s office performing facial procedures. The developer anticipates opening at the end of this year.

THE SOHO HOUSE (NW of XCel Fitness)

Solstice, the same developer of Apollo Square, hopes for interest rates to stabilize before starting this mixed-use project. If so, they expect to break ground this summer and plan to offer 83 units with 7k sq. ft of retail space. As with Apollo Square, all parking will be underground.

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT (6400 S Highland Drive)

This 106-room hotel with meeting facilities is anticipated to be completed in the April / May timeframe and will be Holladay’s fourth hotel.

PUB / TOWNHOMES (former Roots Nursery)

4 high-end townhomes and a brew pub are expected on this parcel. We’ll look forward to yet another dining option being added to Holladay’s offering!

As these finish, Holladay’s developable land will be substantially built out. Construction requires patience on everyone’s part, but we look forward to the added retail options these new additions will allow our residents to enjoy!

By Council Member Ty Brewer, District 1

Stay Healthy Winter Activity Ideas

Compiled by Whitney Rosas, Health Educator, Salt Lake County Health Department

• Snow shoeing/hiking/cross country skiing in any of the nearby parks and trails

◦ Family friendly winter hiking trails: Donut Falls in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Little Cottonwood Trail in Sandy, Silver Lake Loop Trail/Solitude Nordic Trail (also great for cross country skiing). Millcreek Canyon and Neffs Canyon are both very popular spots to do some winter hiking.

• Skiing/snowboarding at any of the amazing resorts nearby.

• Sledding at various county parks such as Bywater Park (great for younger children), Sugar House Park, Flat Iron Mesa or Mount View Park.

• Sledding at Jordan Pines up Big Cottonwood Canyon

• County Library services - They have events targeted for specific age groups at various times and libraries throughout the county each day.

◦ Story Time for toddlers ages 1-5 years.

◦ All County Library events calendar https://events.slcolibrary.org/events

• Search for activities and classes offered by any of the various recreational centers across the valley.

• Bowling.

• Painting/art classes offered by the various paint/art studios across the valley.

• Help the kids exhaust their energy at any of the various trampoline parks and indoor playgrounds located across the valley.

• Visit any of the various museums, zoos, or aquariums nearby.

• Keep the kids busy at any of the local arcades.

• Go golfing at any of the indoor golf facilities located around the valley.

• Play tennis at any of the various indoor tennis locations across the valley.

• Relax and enjoy a movie at any of the nearby movie theaters.

• Get creative with your family by letting your kids plan and prepare a meal or make a homemade meal together.

• Learn something new by following online art, cooking, exercise, meditation, etc. tutorials.

• Have a family game night. The classics are always a hit but trying new games as a family could also be a lot of fun.

• Movie night at home complete with popcorn and homemade goodies.

• Bake homemade goodies with your kids and help them deliver them to friends and family.

• Help the kids make homemade valentines and deliver them to a local senior center.

• Work on cleaning, organizing, and decluttering your home and living spaces.

• Browse the local library and curl up with a good book.

FEBRUARY

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Rob Dahle, Mayor rdahle@cityofholladay.com

801-580-3056

Ty Brewer, District 1 tbrewer@cityofholladay.com

801-550-8747

Matt Durham, District 2 mdurham@cityofholladay.com

801-999-0781

Paul Fotheringham, District 3 pfotheringham@cityofholladay.com

801-424-3058

Drew Quinn, District 4 dquinn@cityofholladay.com

801-272-6526

Dan Gibbons, District 5 dgibbons@cityofholladay.com

385-215-0622

Gina Chamness, City Manager gchamness@cityofholladay.com

PUBLIC MEETINGS:

City

NUMBERS

Garbage/Sanitation 385-468-6325

Holladay Library 801-944-7627

Holladay Lions Club 385-468-1700 Mt. Olympus Sr. Center 385-468-3130

Holladay Post O ce 801-278-9942

Cottonwood Post O ce 801-453-1991

Holliday Water 801-277-2893

City Secures $2 Million Dollars and Kicks-off Grant-Funded Project

By Holly Smith, Assistant City Manager

The City of Holladay was recently awarded $2 million dollars from Salt Lake County and kicked off a previously grant-funded transportation improvement project. The funded projects support the City’s commitment to providing high-quality facilities that create community connection and safety while preserving our charm, history and iconic features.

• $600,000 was awarded from the Salt Lake County Tourism, Recreation, Culture and Convention (TRCC) program to add Historic Exhibit Experiences to existing park and city hall spaces. Championed by the Historical Commission, this project will bring the history of Holladay to life through stories, photographs and artifacts – highlighting the people, places and events that have shaped the community into what it is today. Conceptual Exhibit Experiences were explored in the “Holladay Museum/Exhibit Feasibility Study” completed in June 2022 with a grant from the Cultural Capital Facility Grant Program, with assistance from a professional exhibit development firm - Design Intent.

• $600,000 was awarded from the Salt Lake County Transportation Choice program to construct new buffered bike lanes on Wasatch Boulevard from about 4500 South to 6200 South. This project was the result of a recently completed transportation study of Wasatch Boulevard that Holladay conducted in partnership with Millcreek. The City will add new asphalt, paint markings and signage to improve safety and enhance the bicycling experience on the corridor. Millcreek also received funds to improve their section of Wasatch Boulevard north of 4500 South.

• $800,000 was awarded from the Salt Lake County Transportation Choice program to the tri-city partnership of Holladay, Millcreek and South Salt Lake to design a new bicycle/pedestrian path on 3900 South. This project is part of a larger effort to create a new 7.1-mile long, multi-use (bi-directional) path along the south side of 3900 South, from 2300 East in Holladay /Millcreek to 2700 West in Taylorsville. The cities of Holladay, Taylorsville, Midvale, Murray, Millcreek and Cottonwood Heights completed the Mid-Valley Active Transportation Plan with a

Transportation and Land Use Connection (TLC) grant in 2020. This plan identified a few top-priority projects, including the 3900 South Multi-Use Path. The proposed multi-use path will connect Holladay residents to not only the nearby canyons and Wasatch Boulevard to the east but also the UTA Meadowbrook Trax station and Jordan River Trail to the west, among other key destinations, jobs and services.

• $388,946 of transportation funds was awarded by the Wasatch Front Regional Council to the cities of Holladay and Millcreek to realign Murray-Holladay at 4705 S and add a new full-stop pedestrian crossing. The two cities will split the required $28,244 local match, so Holladay’s cash outlay for the project is only $14,122. The new improvements will support safe routes to school; enhance access to the Mt Olympus Senior Center, Creekside Park, Holladay Lions Recreation Center and Big Cottonwood Park; and improve transit connections. The City kicked-off the project in December 2022 with construction targeted for Spring 2024.

Free Babysitting 101, Infant and Child CPR

By Capt. Dan Brown, UFA

Happy February Holladay!

With Valentine’s Day coming up, I want to take my wife out to dinner. It makes it hard to find a sitter as I have a 1-year-old, a 6-year-old, and a 12-year-old. Being a firefighter for the past 16 years, I have become (irrationally) paranoid about things that can happen to my kids with my wife being the same way. I thought, “what would I like someone watching my kids to know?” I would like them to know the basics of CPR, how to treat someone who is choking, who to call if a child ingests a foreign substance, and what to do if a child gets hurt.

Basically, Babysitting 101. The City of Holladay along with the Happy Healthy Holladay Coalition will be holding a Babysitting 101 course at Holladay

City Hall. I and other firefighters from Unified Fire Authority will be going over the aforementioned skills and upon the completion of the class, a paper with what we covered to keep as a reference. Infant and child CPR will be taught with the American Heart Association guidelines, but there will be no certification. Anyone is welcome to attend, not just those wanting to babysit.

WHAT: Free Babysitting 101, infant and child CPR, choking, poisoning

WHERE: Holladay City Hall, 4580 S 2300 E, Little Cottonwood Room

WHEN: March 7th, 6:00 PM 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM if needed

HOW TO REGISTER: email Dan Brown @ dbrown@unifiedfire.org - with which time slot you would like and how many will be attending

Conceptual, Historic Exhibit Experience – Holladay Historic Walk in Holladay City Park –from the City of Holladay “Holladay Museum/Exhibit Feasibility Study” completed in June 2022.

Holladay 2022 Accomplishments

By Gina Chamness, City Manager

2022 was a busy year in Holladay. While the pandemic posed continued challenges for the City, especially early in the year, elected officials and staff continued working hard on behalf of Holladay residents. Following are a few of our most significant achievements:

Improved infrastructure in Holladay including:

• Repaving of approx. 112 roads for a total of 38 miles, equaling 16% of the asphalt surface area in the city.

• Completed over 90% of the storm drain mapping and condition assessment in the city, including the uncovering of 110 buried manholes.

• Converted a sodded landscaped island on Highland Drive to xeriscape.

• Reconstructed numerous sunken and failing curbs throughout the city

• Constructed sidewalk and drainage improvements on Holladay Blvd., south of Cottonwood Elem. School; a grant-funded project.

• Worked with several property owners on the 50/50 sidewalk replacement program.

• Completed a traffic signal optimization study and implemented recommendations; saving drivers time and reducing emissions.

• Reconstructed brick paver crosswalks at Laney Lane & 2300 E.

• Repaired several failed storm drains.

• Mitigated city hall flooding that would occur during heavy storm events by separating the roof drains from the sewer pipes.

Continued efforts to develop and enhance the City’s long-term goals on Sustainability, including:

• Affirmed City’s participation in the Community Renewable Energy Program

• Amended ordinances related to waterwise usage and tree planting in parking lots.

• Assisted in administering the Utah Water Conservancy District parking strip conversion program for participating residents.

• Recertified for Tree City USA, including receiving first ever Growth Award for achievement for the city.

Improvements at City Park, including:

• Constructed a fun and decorative accessible surface for the playground at City Park, that also serves as an accessible route from the parking area to the grassy area of the park.

• The installation of a playground mural.

Served a total of 11,700 people with Arts events, including:

• A virtual magic show, children’s theater production, a holiday concert with youth violinists, and a Tiny Art exhibit in February.

• The annual Fine Art Show in March.

• A Creative Aging 8-session workshop in April.

• The Holladay Reflections in Dance concert in April, returning after 2-year hiatus.

• Eight summer concerts at Holladay City Park (5,500 attendees).

• The Blue Moon Festival, returning after a 2-year hiatus (3,500 attendees).

• The third annual Chalk Our Walk contest in September.

• Plaza Fest and the Plein Air exhibit in October.

• The selection of an artist for a public art sculpture on the Plaza, coming in the Fall of 2023.

Received grant awards totaling over $2 million dollars for a variety of projects throughout the City, including:

• $800,000 3900 South Separate Multi-Use Path Design, funded by SLCo Transportation Choice Fund.

• $600,000 for Historic Exhibit Experience, funded by SLCo TRCC.

• $600,000 Wasatch Blvd enhanced bike lane from 4500 South to 6200 South, funded by SLCo Transportation Choice Fund.

• $70K I-215 Active Transportation Tail Study, funded by WFRC TLC.

• $25K Historic Museum/Exhibit Study, funded by the State’s Division of Art and Museums.

Completed a number of Grant-Funded Projects to guide future planning, including:

• Wasatch Boulevard Master Plan.

• Highland Drive Corridor Study.

• Historic Museum/Exhibit Study.

• Seven Greenways Vision Plan.

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After battle-hardened preseason, Olympus reaping rewards in region

Photos by Travis Barton

Avie Karren does a little bit of everything for the 10-5 (and RPI-ranked No. 9 at press time) Titans averaging eight points, four rebounds and two steals per game. The senior leads the team in 3-pointers, but also defends both inside and on the perimeter. Olympus is averaging 52 points per game. Senior night will be on Valentines Day Feb. 14 vs Highland.

Head coach Whitney Hunsaker looks on during a dominant region victory at home over Murray. The Titans played a difficult preseason schedule featuring games against teams like Farmington, Bountiful, Davis, Sky View, Riverton and Mountain Ridge going 4-5. Olympus went undefeated in its first round of region play with dominant victories over Park City and Murray while winning tight games over Brighton, Skyline and Highland by a combined eight points.

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“ Robert and Mark were great! We had pipes burst at night and they were right there to help us get the water shut off and to help us get all the water out and dried. They were both professional, communication was great and they were thorough.I would recommend them to anyone! ”

—Anna D

Salt Lake County invests $5 million in open space

Whenthe Salt Lake County Council certified its 2023 budget, it included an unprecedented $5 million investment in open space funding. The funds will be set aside to create additional trail systems, park space and improvements in the canyons.

It’s a larger amount than is historically allocated for open space because there were lots of one-time dollars available from the American Rescue Plan Act that must be used before 2024. While no specific open space projects are targeted with this funding, the council will have the funds they need to purchase properties, green-light proposals or approve expenses as projects come forward.

“As property continues to appreciate and our county eventually expands out with people coming and moving here and bringing development, we want to make sure we are ahead of the game in keeping open space for our residents,” said Salt Lake County Councilmember Aimee Newton. “We know it’s a priority for our residents to have plenty of open space to recreate outside and spend time with their families.”

An additional $85 million in ARPA funds will be used for deferred maintenance, the largest investment in deferred capital maintenance in the history of the county. Some of these projects have been put off for more than a decade

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

and the upgrades will improve the efficiency and sustainability of county facilities.

“This year was an interesting budget because while our ongoing funds were tight with inflation and salary increases, we had a ton of one-time dollars,” Newton said. “We had a bunch of ARPA funds we had to use, and we put a lot of funds toward deferred maintenance which we know will save taxpayer dollars down the road.”

By approving the budget, the council agreed to a tax increase for the Salt Lake County Library service area. The increase will be approximately $30 per household annually, for the average home valued at $560,000. The funding will help modernize the county’s library system and address inflationary pressures. County residents have not seen an increase to the County Library tax in 10 years.

Other initiatives in the budget include funding for active transportation projects including safer sidewalks and bike lanes, waterwise upgrades to the irrigation infrastructure in county parks and facilities, and a matched grant to Centro Cívico Mexicano to support planning for a new center that will replace the aging facility.

An additional $2 million investment in the Other Side Academy Tiny Home Village will help provide solutions for the unsheltered

in the county and a $2 million grant given to the Utah AIDS Foundation will support the capital costs of the foundation’s new community health center.

For more information about the Salt Lake County budget, visit SLCO.org.

“The 2023 comprehensive budget provides historic support to health, quality of life

initiatives, homeless system assistance and environmental sustainability investments,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson. “Additionally, all of the county’s priority deferred maintenance was funded including much needed improvements at parks, recreation centers and buildings throughout the county system.” l

Salt Lake County grant supports the Utah AIDS Foundation’s community health center

The Utah AIDS Foundation has been a compassionate voice for people struggling with HIV/AIDS for nearly 40 years. In 1985, when the Utah Department of Health reported 17 people in the state living with the disease, UAF was established to address the need for public information while offering assistance to those dealing with HIV/AIDS.

What began as a crisis hotline with a handful of volunteers grew into an organization dedicated to championing mental and physical health issues for those living with HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.

Now, a $2 million grant from Salt Lake County will help UAF create the first LGBTQ+ community health care center in Utah.

“It’s a game-changing grant,” said Ahmer Afroz, executive director of the Utah AIDS Foundation. “Finding funds for capital projects is quite difficult, so the support of the council and the mayor was game-changing. Our goal at UAF is to make impacts on health equity and reduce health disparity. If we can make quality, culturally competent health care accessible to everyone, we can make strides to achieve health equity in a real tangible way.”

Located at 150 S. 1000 East, UAF provides HIV case management, linkage to care and HIV and STI testing. Last year, the nonprofit added a mental health component by hiring a full-time therapist and demand soon exceeded availability. As the need for mental health services expanded, the foundation hired another therapist and will hire a Spanish-speaking therapist this spring.

As members of the LGBTQ+ community search for services that feel safe, UAF felt the community clinic was

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

a natural step, based on a model used by health centers across the country.

“It will all be in the same location,” Afroz said. “One side will be mental health, one side will be medical, and programming is upstairs. It’s a unique model and that’s why we strongly feel it will make an impact in the community.”

Offering social activities, clinical care and a mind/ body/soul approach to healing, UAF provides services for any person living with HIV/AIDS or anyone who is part of the LGBTQ+ population. Services are provided whether a person is insured, uninsured, undocumented or underinsured.

UAF is the largest tester for HIV in the state and case managers serve nearly 200 people living with the disease. The foundation’s medical director, Dr. Susana Keeshin, is one of the top infectious disease providers in the state and sits on the board of the American Academy of HIV Medicine.

Along with medical and mental health services, UAF offers educational presentations, including HIV 101 which is a basic understanding of HIV infection and transmission and how to reduce risk. The trained volunteers can give presentations anywhere in Utah.

The foundation also offers food bank services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and the UAF Thrive program encouraging healthy movement, nutrition, community and education. For more information, visit UtahAids. org.

“There’s a lot of pieces to what we do,” Afroz said.

“It’s been a long time of needing to grow. We were able to get into a new building and expand our services. One of the biggest gaps we’re seeing in Utah is looking at clinical care and general LGBTQ+ competent care and HIV care. We hope to open in June 2023. We really want to be able to celebrate Pride Month with the launch. It’s really amazing.” l

The Salt Lake County Council’s 2023 budget invests a record $5 million to create and improve open space projects in the county. (File photo City Journals)

(From left) Shiya Zeng, Ahmer Afroz, Ellie Echeverio, Ryan Gibbs, Bobbi Farnsworth, Chelsea Mitchell and Jared Hafen work at the Utah AIDS Foundation, which just received a $2 million grant from Salt Lake County to support the capital costs of the foundation’s new community health center. (Photo courtesy of UAF)

Four steps to learning the languages of love

By Holly Curby | hello@hollycurby.com

‘Tis the season of love.

These days everyone seems to claim they have a language of love. For some it’s coffee, others a day at the spa and for many it’s cheering on their favorite football team. Author of “The 5 Love Languages,” Gary Chapman, claims that “Love languages actually apply to how people express and understand love.”

Those five love languages are:

1. Words of affirmation. Those needing love in this area need to be verbally encouraged, shown appreciation, extended empathy and genuinely heard.

2. Physical touch. This physical affection can be shown appropriately in many different relationships of love. You might hug a friend, pat a co-worker on the back, rub your kids’ shoulders, kiss your partner, or simply sit next to someone going through a rough time (physical presence).

3. Receiving gifts. We communicate this through our thoughtfulness in giving something to someone, and we feel loved by receiving even a small token. It doesn't have to be grand, it just needs to be thoughtful and heartfelt.

4. Quality time. This is intentional, undivided attention spent with the other person. Time playing a board game with your kids, a walk around the block with your spouse, a lunch outing with your friends, a one-on-one meeting with a co-worker.

5. Acts of service. This could simply be offering to help someone through your actions (or someone offering to help you). From teaching your child a new skill, cooking dinner for your spouse, helping your co-worker with a

project, pulling in your neighbor’s garbage cans, or simply showing support of someone’s idea in a meeting.

So, why is it important to know and understand these languages of love?

- To better help us understand what we need so that we can better communicate our needs to others. We can't expect others to just know what we need or be able to read our mind.

- To avoid showing love to others using the love language of how we feel loved. This can result in our expressions of our love being overlooked if this isn’t their primary love language too.

- To help us learn how to effectively show our love to those around us in a way they prefer to receive it.

Four steps we can take today to find our love language include:

1) Visit www.5lovelanguages.com or download the Love Nudge app (the official app to The 5 Love Languages).

2) Take the quiz to discover your primary love language, what it means, and how you can use it to better connect with your loved ones.

3) Have your loved ones take the quiz. Then discuss what you learned about yourselves and each other.

4) Encourage your workplace to incorporate learning the love languages of your co-workers as a way to help open pathways of improving communication and your company culture.

Want to learn more about the importance of knowing,

understanding and expressing love through the five love languages? Check out Holly’s Highlights podcast season 3 episode 3. Holly’s Highlights podcast is available on www.hollycurby.com and wherever you listen to podcasts including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, and even “Alexa, play Holly’s Highlights podcast season 3 episode 3.” l

Utah must be nimble to adapt to an evolving landscape

Irecently toured Lone Peak Hospital in southern Salt Lake County. This facility, in the heart of one of the fastest growing areas of Utah, must adapt to the constantly changing economic and demographic landscape. Although the hospital opened its doors only 10 years ago, it just completed a major expansion, including nearly doubling its bed count and expanding its women’s services, surgical services, and interventional radiology services. It is also expanding into other communities, including Herriman, Riverton, and South Jordan.

To survive and thrive in our changing environment, all businesses must remain nimble and responsive to the needs of a growing population.

Our state continues to grow. Utah’s population topped 3.4 million last year, and grew by more than 61,000 people, according to the recently released 2023 Economic Report to the Governor. This is like adding a new city the size of Herriman every year. And Utah remains one of the fastest growing states in the nation.

Our birth rate is slowing. One of the traditional unique characteristics of Utah’s population growth is that because of our high fertility rate, most of the population growth has come from “natural increase” — the number of births minus deaths in the year. However, in recent years Utah’s fertility rate dropped and is now lower than South Dakota, Nebraska,

By Robert Spendlove, Zions Bank Senior Economist

and North Dakota. But Utah recently saw a resurgence in births. For the first time since 2008, Utah births increased, topping 46,000 in 2022.

Migration is driving our growth. On the other hand, Utah has seen a migration surge in recent years. The Utah Population Committee estimates that net migration (in-migration minus out-migration) brought more than 38,000 new residents to our state in 2022. This represents 62% of the total population growth in Utah and it is the highest number of people moving into the Beehive State in a single year.

Growth is a struggle and a blessing. There is no doubt that our state has struggled under the weight of high population growth and high migration. Population growth puts greater strains on roads, schools, housing, public utilities, natural resources, and social services. It is vital for civic leaders across the state to appropriately plan for population growth and build the infrastructure necessary to support these new residents. And we must all adjust to higher demand for our limited resources as the population grows.

However, while population growth produces challenges, it is much better than the alternative. Many states in our country are currently experiencing the struggles of population loss. In these states, governments struggle to fix roads, bridges, and infrastructure; businesses struggle with decreasing demand as customers move away; and housing price growth slows or drops as people leave. On the other side of the world, China just announced that for the first time since 1961 the country’s population shrank. A shrinking population will cause the supply of workers to shrink, which may cause productivity and overall economic growth to languish.

Supporting the needs of China’s aging population will place a greater strain on workers and taxpayers as the dependency ratio increases.

Utah is blessed to have unmatched natural beauty, a high quality of life, and a strong and vibrant economy. Businesses are attracted to our state because of our strong and growing workforce, which is driven by strong population growth. And nimble companies and communities will be able to thrive in our growing state. l

The Harding family expresses their language of love with a group hug. (Photo courtesy of Caleb Jones)

Utah Civil Rights leader France Davis talks about overcoming oppression and bringing about change

By Collette Hayes | c.hayes@mycityjournals.com

Home

Latter-day

Saint Church leader Brigham Young selected Green Flake, an African American and well-respected laborer, to drive Young’s covered wagon across the treacherous 1,000-mile journey to the Great Salt Lake Valley. With skill and confidence, Flake drove the wagon across the plains and navigated the team of oxen along the rough road through the Wasatch Mountains. Arriving at the head of Emigration Canyon, Brigham Young sent men including Flake ahead to forge a road into the valley. In a matter of days, the men had prepared the road. After completing the road, Flake began to cultivate the soil and to plant the first crops. The following year, Flake completed a well-built log cabin in the Holladay area for the arrival of James and Agnes Flake.

Black History Month, recognized during February, provides an opportunity to reflect on the achievements and contributions African Americans have made and the significant roles they have played in United States history. Each year, a theme is selected by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). The Black history theme for 2023, “Black Resistance,” explores how African Americans have resisted historic and ongoing oppression.

Anti-literacy laws in Southern states were enacted between 1740 and 1834, prohibiting anyone from teaching enslaved and free people of color to read or to write. This was one of the first ways African Americans resisted oppression. To gain literacy, African Americans who couldn’t read often sought out anyone who would teach them. Learning to read and to write provided opportunities to speak out against discrimination.

In 1896, the Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation laws did not violate the U.S. Constitution as long as the facilities for each race were equal in quality. It was at this time that African Americans began to find ways to make things separate but equal.

Rev. France Davis, former pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church and renowned civil rights leader and activist, has strived for an entire lifetime to improve the well-being of African Americans. Few can compare to the accomplishments he has made toward equality and basic human rights. Davis holds several degrees: a bachelor’s degree in rhetoric from the University of California at Berkeley, a bachelor’s degree in religion from Westminster College, a master’s in mass communication from the University of Utah and a master’s in ministry from Northwest Nazarene University.

Under the leadership of Ralph Abernathy and Martin Luther King, Jr., the Montgomery Improvement Association was a group formed to resist the separate but not equal treatment toward African Americans. Davis marched at the side of King from Selma to Montgomery to try to ensure that everyone had the right to register and to vote.

In 1972, Davis moved to Utah to begin a teaching fellowship at the University of Utah where he continued to teach for 40 years in the Department of Communications and Ethnic Studies.

“When I first came to Utah, I discovered that fair housing was not available in the state of Utah regardless of skin color,” Davis said. “I had rented a place sight unseen and had a phone installed. When I showed up and met the landlord, he said the place wasn’t available. This event precipitated my interest in fair housing, and finally with others I was able to get a fair housing bill passed through the legislature.”

In a recent conversation, Davis pointed out how through history many African Americans have resisted oppression. In the 1940s, African Americans began to resist physical-

ly beginning with Jackie Robinson being the first African American to play major league baseball. In 1954, Brown versus Board of Education ruled against racial segregation in public schools because it violated the 14th Amendment. In 1955, Rosa Parks boarded a bus and decided she would not give up her seat to another person simply because of a difference in skin color. More recently, with the George Floyd incident, African Americans have resisted by insisting police departments change the disparate treatment of cases and treat African Americans the same way they treat other people.

There are three main areas where Davis feels change is needed to further help African Americans rise above oppression. Politically, more African Americans need to register to vote, run for office and become elected. African Americans need to be appointed to board of directors, both those that are voluntary and those that are paid. Economically, African Americans need to be included with the higher-level employees as well as the lower. In the educational system, African American contributions need to be acknowledged throughout the year, not just emphasized in February.

Davis’s advice to all young people is first to learn as much as you can about yourself and then to learn as much as you can about people that are different than you. Finally, appreciate the differences and celebrate the achievements that people of other colors than your own have made.

“The message that I have for young people is, all of us are in this boat together. If one end of the boat sinks for one particular group such as the African Americans, the boat will take on water and sink for the others because we are all in the boat together,” Davis said. “Thus, we have to work together in order to bring about positive change.” l

Rev. France Davis, former pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church and renowned civil rights leader and activist, has strived for an entire lifetime to improve the well-being of African Americans. (Photo credit France Davis)

Holladay runners win national title

By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

Holladay’s Adria Favero (fourth from left) led her 13-14-year-old girls team to a national championship at the USATF Junior Olympics National Championships in College Station, Texas, Dec. 10. She placed second overall in the 4,000 meter race—among 333 runners —in earning All-American recognition for the Wolfpack Running Club Utah team. Her younger sister, Emmy, also received All-American honors with a 20th-place showing in the 9-10-year-old division, leading her Wolfpack RC Utah squad to a seventh-place finish, just 20 points out of first place, among the 21 teams in the category. During the summer, Adria won the national championship in the 3000 meters, breaking a 2006 state record. “What a huge accomplishment for Adria. It was pretty awesome,” her mom Kristen Flavero said. “Emmy was ecstatic to be an All-American. This is her first year doing comp running and she worked so hard. She has seen the grit and toughness of her big sis and I think that really helps.”

(Photo courtesy Teren Jameson)

(Photo courtesy Kristen Flavero)

Emmy – in bright blue “Wolfpack” jersey. (Photo courtesy Kristen Flavero)

The Invention of the Year

Throughout the ages, there have been many important advances in mobility. Canes, walkers, rollators, and scooters were created to help people with mobility issues get around and retain their independence. Lately, however, there haven’t been any new improvements to these existing products or developments in this field Until now. Recently, an innovative design engineer who’s developed one of the world’s most popular products created a completely new breakthrough . . . a personal electric vehicle. It’s called the Zinger, and there is nothing out there quite like it.

“What my wife especially loves is it gives her back feelings of safety and independence which has given a real boost to her confidence and happiness! Thank You!”

–Kent C., California

The first thing you’ll notice about the Zinger is its unique look. It doesn’t look like a scooter. Its sleek, lightweight yet durable frame is made with aircraft grade aluminum so it weighs only 47.2 lbs. It features onetouch folding and unfolding – when folded it can be wheeled around like a suitcase and fits easily into a

backseat or trunk. Then, there are the steering levers. They enable the Zinger to move forward, backward, turn on a dime and even pull right up to a table or desk. With its compact yet powerful motor it can go up to 6 miles an hour and its rechargeable battery can go up to 8 miles on a single charge. With its low center of gravity and inflatable tires it can handle rugged terrain and is virtually tip-proof. Think about it, you can take your Zinger almost anywhere, so you don’t have to let mobility issues rule your life.

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The Zinger folds to a mere 10 inches.

Once in a lifetime, a product comes along that truly moves people. Introducing the future of battery-powered personal transportation . . . The Zinge r.

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The Zinger and Zoomer Chairs are personal electric vehicles and are not medical devices nor wheelchairs. They are not intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position. They are

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Healthy eating in a new year

By Holly Curby | hello@hollycurby.com

Did you make a New Year’s resolution this year?

The most popular New Year’s resolution that appears on people’s lists year after year focuses on health and physical wellness such as exercising more, getting more sleep, losing weight, and making healthier choices when eating. However, after one week only 75% are successful at keeping it and only 46% end up keeping it after six months.

Working with a dietitian can actually provide many benefits to attaining this goal of being a healthy new you in 2023 and beyond. Benefits include:

• Nutritional advice that is tailored just for you

• Help managing chronic diseases or illnesses

• Assistance navigating special needs such as food allergies or sensitivities or recent weight gain or loss

• Education in understanding of nutrition, including what that looks like while shopping at the grocery store, cooking a meal at home or eating out

I recently sat down with Melanie Taylor, a dietitian with Harmons Grocery, to talk all things healthy eating in hopes of helping you keep and reach those health and physical wellness goals. “Fueling when you’re starting a new exercise regimen or just for overall health is really important,” Taylor said. “We tend to cut calories and cut food, but you’re not going to be able to get what you want out of your workouts or your activities if you’re not properly fueling your body at all times.”

So, when it comes to focus on fueling our fitness goals Taylor provides the following tips:

• Pre-workout needs to start with a good source of carbohydrates one to two hours prior to your workout (fruit, breads, grains)

• Post-workout is a good time for well-rounded meals or snacks with some protein, carbohydrates, and heart-healthy fats typically 30 minutes to one hour after you end a workout (nuts and seeds, avocado toast)

Dehydration peaks during the winter months as we tend not to have the thirst perception as we do when it’s warm outside. Whatever your water drinking goals are, Taylor suggests adding some variety by trying sparkling water, infused water, herbal teas—whatever helps in staying hydrated. Just make sure to stay away from the dehydration culprit—soda.

Those with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or have a family history of heart disease should watch their sodium intake, but it’s even more vital to get a rainbow-colored variety of foods—purples, greens, reds, oranges, etc. Taylor suggests

that cooking methods such as roasting vegetables can help bring out natural flavors of produce and therefore can help us in having a good variety of foods in our healthy eating plan.

When it comes to meal plans the top five are Mediterranean, gluten free, Paleo, vegan and low carb whole food diets. “Pick the one that you will be able to maintain forever,” Taylor said. “Don’t fall for these fad type of diets and things that are a quick fix. If it’s something that you aren’t willing or able to do for your whole life, it’s probably not going to be a beneficial eating style for you.” Regardless of meal plans, the following can help you eat nutritiously:

• Portion out food so that you don’t overeat

• Plan out your menu for the week to avoid the temptation of eating out every night or snacking on junk food

• Pre-pack snacks that are high nutrient quality foods (nuts, hard boiled eggs, string cheese, fruit cups, parfaits) to take with you on the go to avoid grabbing those high calorie snacks from convenient stores

• Pre-prep meals for those busy days (prep meals in bulk, make freezer meals for future last-minute options, pre-chop items needed for meals throughout the week)

• Check nutritional and dietitian labels when shopping in the grocery store to help make better choices when selecting various food items

Harmons Grocery makes label reading much easier with their gluten free, vegan free, dietitian’s choice, and other nutritional labeling in stores. They also offer convenient park and load, and if you join their complimentary loyalty program you can save money on gas and earn free food. Harmons also offers cooking classes, one-onone nutritional counseling, tailored recipe recommendations, nutrition seminars and more. Connect with a dietitian or sign up for a class at harmonsgrocery.com. Here’s

to achieving those health and physical wellness New Year’s resolutions where you’ll be on your way to eating healthy in 2023.

Want more help in figuring out all the puzzle pieces to eating healthy in this new year? Learn more from Melanie on Holly’s Highlights podcast, season 4, episode 1.

Holly’s Highlights podcast is available at www.hollycurby.com wherever you listen to podcasts including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or just say, “Alexa, play Holly’s Highlights podcast.” l

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Harmons dietitian Melanie Taylor prepping for a nutritional tour. (Photo courtesy of Holly Curby and Harmons Grocery)

Hear the full interview with Melanie Taylor, a Harmons dietitian, on Holly’s Highlights podcast. (Photo courtesy of Holly Curby and Harmons Grocery)

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If you’d told me 20 years ago that I’d be a yoga instructor, I’d have laughed hard enough to tear a hamstring because I was very inflexible.

I took my first yoga class as a dare. My tennis instructor laughed at how tight I was and challenged me to try yoga. I hated every minute of that stupid class. I hated the words and I hated the poses and I hated the teacher and I loathed downward facing dog with a fiery passion.

But I realized my tennis instructor was right. My muscles were as tight as two-byfours, but less bendy. So I kept going back to yoga. Hated it every single time.

After about two months of practicing yoga, I noticed, little by little, my flexibility was improving. I could almost touch my toes without the usual amount of grunting and tears. My hips didn’t scream out loud while doing pigeon pose. My shoulders dropped away from my ears, where I’d held them at strict attention for decades. Even my back stopped hurting each time I rolled out of bed.

I grudgingly had to admit yoga wasn’t the hippy-dippy dumpster fire I thought it was. But learning the poses was just the beginning. As I explored yoga’s history, philosophy and favorite recipes, I came to realize yoga was a lifestyle that encouraged, nay demanded, self-love and com-

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passion.

Yikes. As a lifelong subscriber to self-loathing, I wasn’t sure how to handle that type of ideology. Just like when I started the physical practice, I took lots of tiny, baby steps toward accepting myself as a worthy human.

Fast forward 20 years and not only do I teach yoga but I LOVE yoga with a fiery passion. Yoga has changed me in so many ways. I used to be sarcastic, cynical and snarky but after studying yoga for so many years, I’m a sarcastic, cynical and snarky yoga instructor.

See. People change.

I’m also much less judgmental. I’m not so hard on myself and I give most people the benefit of the doubt. Most people. Maybe someone can propose a bill that would require our legislators to take a yoga class each morning before discussing the divisive and harmful bills proposed

this year. OK, when it comes to our lawmakers, I’m still pretty judgmental.

Being a yoga instructor is super silly. As an instructor, I get to say things in class that don’t make a whole lot of sense, and my students listen to me!

I’ll say, “Breathe in through your collarbones, breathe out through your kneecaps. Inhale to fill up your armpits, exhale to release tension in the ear lobes.”

Or I’ll instruct students to “Melt into the mat, send energy out of your fingertips, ground through your sitz bones, wring out your body and lengthen the crown of your head.” And I’m totally serious. (Laugh emoji)

My yoga practice has evolved from trying to do the most difficult poses and making my students sweat and swear, to focusing on deep stretches and stress-reducing breathing exercises.

It isn’t about who can be the bendy-est or the one who can hold crow pose for five minutes. It’s about appreciating what my body can do today. Not what I think it should do or what I want it to do tomorrow, but what it can accomplish right now.

I appreciate all the yoga teachers who took this rigid block of a body and mind and transformed it into a pliable, warm and accepting human being. My hamstrings thank you. l