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By Collette Hayes | c.hayes@mycityjournals.com

new sculpture titled “Gathering,” created by artist Susan Zoccola of Seattle, Washington, was installed at Holladay Village Plaza on Sept. 26. The city of Holladay celebrated the completion of the sculpture with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 7. According to a Holladay City press release, adding public art to the Holladay Village Plaza has been the city’s goal for over a decade. A $150,000 grant from the Salt Lake County Tourism, Recreation, Culture and Convention (TRCC) support program was secured by Assistant City Manager Holly Smith making the sculpture vision a reality in substantially funding the new art piece. Salt Lake County imposes a tax under the Tourism, Recreation, Cultural, Convention, and Airport Facilities Tax Act to support the TRCC program, which helps eligible organizations develop relevant projects to meet the current and future needs of Salt Lake County’s residents and visitors. Located at the corner of 2300 East and Laney Avenue, the sculpture celebrates the aspen canopy of the Wasatch mountains and stands as a representation of the deep roots of Holladay, the second oldest community established in Utah. Zoccola was selected from 130 applicants to mark the central gathering place in Holladay for her symbolic visionary connection between nature and community. Holladay City formed a selection committee of stake-

holders and canvased the nation for an artist’s work to be a landmark for the community. Zoccola had spent time in Utah over the years and had been impressed by the yellow aspen leaves scattered across the Wasatch during fall. It was her conceptual design of aspen trees and their golden leaves that awarded her the opportunity to create the plaza sculpture. The sculpted leaves are coated with durable metallic paints creating a gilded appearance of bronze and highlights of gold. The gold highlights reflect light from the sun in different places on the sculpture at different times of the day and year adding a changing quality similar to the gold leaves of the aspen in the fall. “The beauty of the natural world inspires me every day,” Zoccola said. “I feel lucky to be a public artist as I really enjoy making unique artworks that are specific to a particular place. I enjoy the process of visiting and learning about the site and meeting the people who might encounter the artwork on a daily basis. This process inspires me to make a piece I would only create for that place—a fun collaboration.” Mayor Rob Dahle provided the opening remarks during the ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizing Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, Rep. Gay Lynn Bennion, former Sen. Jani Iwamoto, TRCC representative Robin Chalhoub, former Holladay Community Development DirecContinued page 8

Holladay City Engineer Jared Bunch was instrumental in helping to oversee the installation of the sculpture which was fabricated and installed by the Metal Arts Foundry located in Lehi, Utah. (Photo credit Holladay Arts Council)

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Olympus girls cap soccer season with trip to state semifinals By Josh McFadden | j.mcfadden@mycityjournals.com

espite not winning its region, the Olympus girls soccer team was just a goal away from playing for the Class 5A state title. Olympus lost in the state semifinals to Maple Mountain 2-1 on Oct. 17, ending a strong season with a 13-6 record. The Titans trailed 2-0 at halftime and attempted a rally, scoring in the second half courtesy of McCoy Cavazos. But the Titans couldn’t find the back of the net again as Maple Mountain held on and advanced to the finals, which they won over Bountiful in a shootout. Olympus got to the semifinals by defeating Wasatch on the road in a shootout on Oct. 12. The game was scoreless through

regulation and two overtimes before Olympus prevailed 3-1 in penalty kicks. Joss Baker played well at goalie for Olympus, not allowing the 12-win Wasps to get anything past her in regulation or overtime and only allowing a single penalty kick to score. The Titans also beat East 2-0 at home in the second round on Oct. 10. Both goals came in the second half with Ella Schujter and Cavazos scoring and assists from Hope Munson and Kiera Bradley. Baker once again had the shutout; it was one of the 6.5 she had on the year. After tying Brighton for second in Region 6, Olympus got the No. 5 seed in the 5A playoffs. The Titans were 8-4 in league play,

three games behind Skyline. They gave up just one goal a game in region action, permitting 12 goals, five of which came courtesy of Skyline in its two wins over Olympus. Meanwhile, the Titans had some offensive outbursts, scoring 15 goals over a two-game stretch Aug. 24, 28 by beating West 8-0 and Highland 7-0. Olympus also beat Bingham 6-3 on Aug. 10 and put up big numbers in wins of 5-1 over Alta on Sept. 14, 5-0 over West on Sept. 18 and 4-0 over Highland on Sept. 21. Individually, lots of contributors helped the Titans this season. Thirteen players scored at least one goal, and 14 players had assists this season.

The leading scorer was Munson, a junior who had 10 goals, bringing her career total to 23. She also had four assists on the year. Cavazos, just a freshman added eight goals and one assist, while Schujter, a sophomore, contributed seven goals and five assists. Another sophomore, Anna Neff, had seven goals as well. Bradley, a freshman, had six goals and seven assists, and junior Hallie Hansen chipped in five goals and seven assists. Look out for the Titans in 2024. Olympus should be strong next year, as a lot of firepower comes back. Only five players graduate, with the seven top players all returning. l

Olympus girls win 5A state tennis title once again By Josh McFadden | j.mcfadden@mycityjournals.com

lympus High School is developing one of the top girls tennis programs in the state. Once again, the Titans captured the Class 5A state championship. An all-around team effort helped lead Olympus to the crown once again. A year after garnering 56 total points to win the 2022 championship, the Titans notched 60 points this time around to win the title by 15 points over the nearest competitor, Woods Cross. Olympus got points from all its positions, and two players won individual championships. Three other positions were runners-up. Second singles competitor Emi Dowdell, a sophomore took first place in dominant fashion. In fact, she swept every single opponent 6-0, 6-0. After securing a bye in the round of 32, Dowdell won in the

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round of 16 6-0, 6-0 over Sadie Maxfield of Brighton. She then dispatched Spanish Fork’s Bailey Smith in the quarterfinals 6-0, 6-0 before shutting out Rachel Preston from Woods Cross in two sets to get to the championship round. There, she did just what she had been doing the entire tournament. Dowdell took care of Skyline’s Rachel Heimburger 6-0, 6-0 to complete one of the most impressive runs in high school tennis that you’ll see. Teammate Elisabeth Carter, a senior at third singles, also brought home an individual title. Her championship match was almost as dominant as Dowdell’s and nearly perfect. She defeated Skyline’s Elle Dykstra 6-0, 6-1 to capture first place. Like Dowdell, she won in the round of

16, quarterfinals and semifinals 6-0, 6-0 in each match. First single player Lily Stohl also got a first-round bye and marched to the finals. She won in the round of 16 6-1, 6-2 and then got to the semifinals with a 6-0, 6-3 win. There, she met a tough challenger, Woods Cross’ Emmy Richards. After winning the first set 6-1, Stohl lost the second set by the same 6-1 count. In the clinching third set, she prevailed 7-6 in heart-stopping fashion. In the finals, Stohl came up just short. Facing Avery Olsen of Brighton, Stohl lost 6-1, 6-3, ending a great season. Both of Olympus’ doubles team reached the finals too. Sophomore Sophie Dowdell and senior Linda Findlay were close to adding a championship for the Titans. They fell to a tandem from Woods Cross 7-5, 6-0.

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They prevailed in the round of 16 6-0, 6-0 and in the quarterfinals 6-1, 6-0. In the semifinals, the duo reached the title match with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over Skyline. Alexandra Rawlings and Wilhelmina Hoggan secured a bye in the round of 32 and then advanced in the tournament by winning their round of 16 match 6-3, 6-1. They next defeated a pair from Skyline 6-0, 6-2. Hoggan and Rawlings defeated opponents from Timpview in the semifinals 6-2, 6-3 to reach the championship round. With a title on the line, the duo lost to foes from Woods Cross 6-1, 6-4. Olympus returns key players to next year’s team and also has additional depth in the JV ranks to bolster the lineup in 2024. Don’t expect the Titans to relinquish their hold on the state title easily. l

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Open-air art celebration provides connection and inspiration By Collette Hayes | c.hayes@mycityjournals.com

lein air artists scattered their easels throughout the city of Holladay in September to capture on canvas landscape scenes of mountains, village store fronts and charming cottages. On Oct. 7, a quick draw four-hour event provided a place for Holladay Village Plaza foot traffic to connect with painters, musicians and businesses against a backdrop of high-quality art and music. The Plein Air Holladay events were all part of the annual Holladay Plaza Fest celebration. Plein Air Holladay is an event during Holladay Plaza Fest created by the Holladay Arts Council to stimulate and promote the arts in Holladay. Held within the Holladay City boundaries, professional, amateur and student artists were invited to register for the plein air competition, The artists were given 10 days to paint an outdoor landscape scene and to submit their paintings for judging. Holladay Plaza Fest gives artist a forum for selling their art work. According to Holladay Arts Council Executive Director Sheryl

Susan Riedley received the cash price for amateur second place for her painting “Autumn Pavilion.” (Holladay Arts Council)

Gillilan, Ben Morrison, owner of Relics Framemakers & Gallery, has been a tremendous support over the last six years in allowing his art gallery to be used to display and sell completed art work during Plein Air Holladay. “We had 55 artists registered to paint scenes throughout Holladay and 18 artists registered to participate in the quick draw competition,” Gillilan said. “The quick draw competition allows artists four hours to complete an entire painting. Later tonight, an opening reception will be held at Relics Framemakers & Gallery where individuals can bid for the art in a silent auction.” The Stoddard Brothers, a local acoustic band, set a festive atmosphere for the daylong event playing a selection of rock, blues, folk and reggae music. Louisa Lorenz has participated the last two years in Plein Air Holladay. She graduated from BYU-Idaho recently and is represented by Relics Framemakers & Gallery. She enjoys painting landscapes and the challenge of plein air painting. “This is my second time participating in the quick draw event,” Lorenz said. “When plein air painting, I memorize where the light and shadows are in the scene because when the sun changes position in the sky, color, light and shadows appear different.” Robert Fuerer completed his formal schooling in Utah. He then moved to Asia where he opened a private art academy and taught art for 16 years in Taiwan. A permanent collection of his art remains in Taiwan in a local gallery. Recently, Fuerer moved to the U.S. to paint the mountains of Utah. “I have a condo in Holladay, but my art studio is located in Sandy,” Fuerer said. “Oil is my favorite art medium because it is more forgiving than watercolor or other mediums. I just found out that a piece of my art ‘Crucifixion’ will be shown in the Springville, Spiritual and

Nick Rees received professional second place for his painting “Mt. Olympus Fall.” (Holladay Arts Council)

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Heather Johnson took the first-place amateur award for her painting “Sunny House on the Corner.” (Holladay Arts Council)

Religious Art show. I’m pretty excited.” According to Gillilan, judges for the plein air art event were Todd Hoffman, Stephen Shefield and John Erickson. Ranging from professional to amateur categories, cash awards were presented to all winning entries. Heather Johnson received the first-place amateur award for her painting, “Sunny House on the Corner.” Susan Riedley received the cash price for amateur second place for her painting, “Au-

tumn Pavilion.” Olga Hegner earned an amateur thirdplace award for her painting of “The Cotton Bottom.” Louisa Lorenz won professional first place for her painting, “Settling In.” Nick Rees received professional second place for his painting “Mt. Olympus Fall.” Robert Fuerer won professional third place for his painting “Autumn by the Mountains.” l

Robert Fuerer won professional third place for his painting “Autumn by the Mountains.” (Holladay Arts Council)

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City Hall displays 22 students’ art pieces from Reflections program By Collette Hayes | c.hayes@mycityjournals.com

he Holladay Arts Council has selected 22 Bonneville Jr. High School Reflections contest participants to receive the honor of Holladay Artist of the Month for November and December. Inspired by a student pre-selected theme, “I am hopeful because,” the students created original works of art in the categories of film production, literature, music composition, photography, dance choreography and visual arts. The PTA Reflections program has been providing the opportunity for decades to students across the nation to express themselves creatively. According to the National PTA website, each year, over 300,000 students in pre-K through grade 12 challenge their critical thinking skills as well as explore their creative talents in a specific category of art to interpret a specific theme. Students are invited to submit ideas for the Reflections theme. Alice Meko of Hampton Cove Elementary School in Alabama submitted the winning theme “I am hopeful because” for the 2023-24 school year. Bonneville Jr. High PTA president Michelle Call finds this year’s Reflection theme inspirational and acknowledges the importance of its capability in boosting students’ self-confidence and success in the arts and in life. “Bonneville hasn’t participated in the Reflections program for a very long time,” Call said. “This is our first year bringing it back. All students participated on a voluntary basis with many of the teachers at Bonneville encouraging participation. This

year, the program offered the students an opportunity to reflect on the importance of the theme, ‘I am hopeful because.’ The students have created inspirational pieces of art around this theme in all art categories offered.” Two of Call’s daughters, sixth-grade student Estelle and eighth-grade student Mia participated in the Reflections program this year submitting entries in several different categories. Both girls have been studying dance since the age of 3. “I entered in four different categories this year,” Estelle said. “I composed a music composition titled ‘There is hope’ on the ukelele. I did a two-dimensional drawing of myself and several of my friends holding hands because friendship gives me hope. I entered photos I took at our cabin in Heber of the changing seasons. The seasons give me hope there will always be change. Also, I submitted a video of a dance I choreographed to the song ‘Sunshine on My Shoulders.’ I love dance and my hope is to someday study dance in college.” Mia Call studies several dance genres at Silhouette Dance Studio. Drawing on years of dance experience, she found inspiration in the song “Let it Be” for choreographing an original dance which conveys the message of hope through movement. “The song, ‘Let it Be,’ gives me hope,” Mia said. “You don’t have to be able to fix everything immediately or on your own. Eventually all things will get better. Also, dance gives me hope because it keeps my body mentally and physically fit.” Eighth-grade student Malia Osborne

completed a colored pencil sketch of her cat Finn for her entry. She excels at drawing and also oil painting. She contemplated what to enter for two months before making a decision. She had many two-dimensional artistic pieces she could select from and finally decided to sketch her cat Finn due to his inspirational story of hope. “I decided to draw my gray, striped cat Finn with colored pencils,” Malia said. “We rescued him about a year ago from the shelter giving Finn hope for a better life.” Sawyer Larsen, also an eighth-grade student at Bonneville, studies hip hop, tap, jazz, ballet and contemporary dance. She choreographed a dance for the Reflections contest. “I study dance at Junction Dance Studio,” Sawyer said. “I choreographed a dance to the song, ‘I’m only Human.’ When I get frustrated or make mistakes, I tend to get really mad. The song and the dance I choreographed give me hope as reminders everyone makes mistakes and I can only do so much.” Eighth grader David Finlinson entered the Reflections photography category and titled his photo “The Horizon of Hope.” “My art piece is a photo of the saddle of Little and Big Cottonwood canyons,” David said. “The rocks can indicate trials in our lives, but the sky and sun can convey to us great things are yet to come. Also, those rocks might be tough to get through, but with each step you can see your progress, and then when you see the sky, you know the winds are changing.” Bonneville Jr. High students’ Reflec-

tions artwork will be on display at Holladay City Hall through the month of November. The art will then move on to the state Reflections competition to be judged. Winners from the state competition will be judged at the national level. If you would like to nominate a Holladay resident for Artist of the Month visit www.holladayarts.org/suggest-an-artist.l

Malia Osborne had several two-dimensional artistic pieces she was working on and could select for the Reflections two-dimensional category. Finally, she decided to sketch her cat Finn due to his inspirational story of hope. (Photo credit Claire Osborne)

Mia Call studies several dance genres at Silhouette Dance Studio. Drawing on many years of dance experience, she found inspiration in the song “Let it Be” for choreographing an original dance reflecting hope. (Rock Salt Photography)

“My art piece is a photo of the saddle of Little and Big Cottonwood canyons,” David said. “The rocks can indicate trials in our lives, but the sky and sun can convey to us great things are yet to come.” (Photo credit Brenda Finlinson)

Estelle Call entered four different Reflections categories this year. In the music category, she composed a musical composition on the ukelele titled “There is Hope.” (Photo credit Michelle Call)

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Sawyer Larsen, an eighth-grade student at Bonneville, studies hip hop, tap, jazz, ballet and contemporary dance. She choreographed a dance to the song “I’m only Human” for the Reflections contest. (Zion Mads Photo)

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Thread of innovation: Cottonwood High’s sewing program shifts to Sports & Outdoor Design By Julie Slama | j.slama@mycityjournals.com

ottonwood High’s sewing classes have a new focus. “My sewing class curriculum changed to Sports & Outdoor Design so we are focusing on outdoor products,” teacher Zahaia Donner said. With a growing industry in outdoor apparel and product design education, it’s becoming a trend to shift curriculum to that focus along with the desire to sustain secondary schools’ textiles and apparel curriculum. “The Sports & Outdoor Design curriculum focuses more on product development. A few years ago, we went to USU (Utah State University’s) outdoor product design showcase and saw all the senior students’ final projects, so that may be the route we’re going toward,” she said. “Hopefully, this gets kids more inspired in product design. We’re wanting to take the kids on more field trips so they can see what options they have the college level and professionally.” The curriculum change already is attracting new students. Donner said she’s seen an increase in male students. “I did get a lot of boys that signed up for the class because it was called Sports & Outdoor Design. They were very surprised on the first day of school when I told them it centered around sewing, but I encouraged them to stay. The students definitely were more excited when I told them our new updated projects. I have gotten more buy-in with the class,” she said. About 30 students in the Sports & Outdoor Design I class are starting with making joggers. “They’re going to be learning some basics with those,

but with a few more skills. Then, we’re going to be making a duffel bag and a pullover sweatshirt,” she said, saying that those projects replace pajama pants, aprons and quillows. “My second-level students will make an outdoors shirt, a more complex sports bag and another project working with specialty fabrics.” Donner said that the curriculum change is districtwide and that together, the teachers are brainstorming ways to deliver and enhance the curriculum. They’re also creating an advisory board of local companies to help with the direction of the program as well as potentially serve as guest speakers or be able to give students’ tours of facilities and possibly, internships. Donner said she has an “amazing TA who is helpful assisting students” in senior Sara Sandusky, who may work with one student altering a pattern while she helps others who are designing their own patterns. Through this curriculum change, she said students are realizing that the course is more than traditional sewing. “I want them to realize that sewing isn’t just something for grandmas,” Donner said. “They create lots of cool projects and skills that they’ll use for their life—and now we’re appealing to students who normally wouldn’t see us on class but are more creative and are interested in product design.”l Cottonwood High student Carley Stephens practices sewing skills in the Sports & Outdoor Design class. (Zahaia Donner/Cottonwood High)

Olympus wins another state title, this time in boys golf By Josh McFadden | j.mcfadden@mycityjournals.com

att Barnes is no stranger to state championships. The Olympus coach has won three state titles as the Titans’ boys basketball coach. His team captured titles in 2016, 2018 and 2022. He has amassed more than 500 victories at that position too. Barnes’ other Olympus team is pretty good too. The Titans’ boys golf team, with Barnes at the helm, captured the Class 5A state title in October, outshooting some stiff competition by 23 strokes at the two-day championships, Oct. 9, 10 at Fox Hollow Golf Course in American Fork. Region 6 foe East finished a distant second place, followed by Timpview and Viewmont. As a team, Olympus shot a plus three 579 for the tournament, with two of its golfers finishing in the top four individually. Five of the team’s six competitors were among the top 21 golfers in 5A. Sophomore Will Pederson wrapped up a stellar season by placing second in 5A. He shot a 70 on day one and improved with a 67 on the second day of action. In all, he was seven under par, tying Bonneville’s Parker Bunn for first place. Bunn beat Pederson in a playoff to claim the individual title, but Pederson played tremendously in the tournament. His teammate Austin Shelley, also a sopho-

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more, shot a two-day total of 142 (73 on day one and 69 on day two) to finish two under par. He placed fourth, just ahead of Hunter’s Jared McCleary, who shot a minus one. The trio of Sterling Peterson, a junior, and seniors Hank Holt and Will Olson placed 17th and 21, respectively, with Holt and Olson sharing 21st place. Peterson shot 78 and 75 to finish at plus nine, tying three other golfers for the honors. Holt shot 76 and 78, while Olson hit a 75 and a 79 on the two days, both finishing at plus 10 on the course. Olympus’ sixth varsity member, sophomore Mark Ivory, tied three other players for 34th. His two-day total was 158—a plus 14. Ivory started strong by shooting a 72 in round one. The Titans were determined this season after having placed second last season at state behind rival Skyline. Four of this year’s varsity starters were on that 2022 squad. Pederson improved his game this season after shooting a plus six as a freshman last season. Barnes’ Olympus boys basketball team has multiple state titles, and don’t be surprised to see the golf team add to its hardware next year. Four of the six players who competed at state will be eligible to return next season. l

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Continued from front page tor Paul Allred, who were in attendance. He thanked the Holladay Arts Council and members of the city council for their many years of ongoing support of the project. Dahle acknowledged City Engineer Jared Bunch who was instrumental in helping to oversee the installation of the sculpture which was fabricated and installed by the Metal Arts Foundry located in Lehi, Utah. “The artist, Susan Zoccola, titled the sculpture ‘Gathering,’ which both marks a place in our community and an activity that binds us together,” Dahle said. “We are thrilled to have this sculpture in the heart of our community and are grateful to Susan for representing our goals well.” The sculpture recognizes and supports Holladay City’s status in the program Tree City USA. The program is run by the Arbor Day Foundation to encourage the valuation and celebration of trees. A stunning tree canopy covers about 40% of Holladay, with some trees dating back to the 1850s. The trees maintain Holladay’s historic charm and keep residents rooted in the community. With the addition of the sculpture, Dahle mentioned this year’s holiday tree will be in a new Village Plaza location. He emphasized the annual tree lighting and festivities will continue as in past years on the evening of the first Monday after Thanksgiving.l

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Two city council elections canceled as candidates run unopposed By Travis Barton | travis.b@thecityjournals.com

he Holladay City Council will have a similar look come 2024. Councilmember Matt Durham and newcomer Emily Gray ran unopposed on the ballot this year, not uncommon in recent Holladay elections, to retain their seats on Holladay’s City Council. Durham will enter his second term as councilmember representing District 2, having run unopposed in 2019. District 2 covers the northwestern edge of the city, covering Highland Drive to 2700 East and 3900 South to 4500 South minus a small southwest portion which is part of District 1. Gray will be elected in District 5, taking over for Dan Gibbons who won in 2019 by just under 200 votes over Lori Khodadad earning 55% of the vote. Gray will have a different experience on election night with no challenger. District 5 represents the south to southeastern portion of the city and the largest district by land size. The decision to cancel the elections, passed unanimously by the council in September, was made possible by recent legislation allowing cities to do so in single-horse races. Mayor Rob Dahle noted there’s a significant cost to sending ballots to houses. “We had a lot of residents complain

Districts 2 and 5 of the city council seats (council shown here at the swearing-in ceremony in January 2022) will not hold elections with only one candidate running in each race. (File photo City Journals)

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need to send a ballot out in Districts 2 and 5.” District 4 will still have an election featuring incumbent Drew Quinn and chal-

lenger Matthew Tracy. The district covers the northeastern part of the city. The general election will take place Nov. 21. l

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE Month of Gratitude November has always been the month of GRATITUDE for our City. We shepherd in the holiday season with the annual Interfaith Service (view the adjacent ad for details) with a message centered around GRATITUDE. This can be a difficult concept to tackle in light of all we see occurring around the world. But I believe my friends and colleagues on the Interfaith Council would argue that it is the perfect time to pause and take inventory of the many blessings we share as citizens of this great country. It’s important to acknowledge that there is reason to be grateful for our own mental health and well-being, even when the messages we are bombarded with seem bleak. In keeping with this overarching message, allow me to express my gratitude for the opportunity Joni and I have had to serve the citizens of Holladay for going on 10 years. It has blessed our life beyond measure. I’m grateful to live in a country that allows everyday citizens like me to serve as your Mayor. It’s a rare privilege; an honor not available to citizens across the globe. We have never taken it for granted! I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside an amazing staff, competent, compassionate, and fully committed colleagues on our City Council, and too many to mention relationships with local volunteers and elected officials serving on the front lines to make our communities a better place to live. I wish you could all see what I see on a daily basis. It’s in complete contrast to what you might expect from the information we receive through daily news feeds. Countless individuals finding ways to be of service, working selflessly under the radar to strengthen our communities. Their motivations are pure. As long as “these” individuals continue to be willing to step into the arena, I have high hopes for the future of this great nation, our State, and the City of Holladay. As Thanksgiving approaches, I hope you can find some time to pause and reflect on all that blesses your life. By acknowledging, showing, and sharing your gratitude, we strengthen relationships with our family, friends, and community. Councilmember Matt Durham will compose our December Journal article. So, I’ll take this opportunity to wish everyone a holiday season filled with love and laughter, and a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2024—CHEERS!!! —Rob Dahle, Mayor

Elections Cancelled for Districts 2 & 5 The only candidate who declared their candidacy for Holladay City Council District 2 was Matt Durham. Similarly, Emily Gray was the sole candidate for Council District 5 after her opponent withdrew. As these races were uncontested, the City Council decided to cancel the elections in accordance with Utah law and Holladay Resolution 202327, thus saving approximately $15,000 or 66%, from the budgeted amount for elections this year. The City Council District 4 race with Drew Quinn and Matthew Tracy will be on the ballot for the General Election on November 21st. Additionally, some residents will receive a ballot for the Mt. Olympus Improvement District Board of Trustees at-large member. All eligible, active, registered voters will be mailed a ballot on October 31st and are encouraged to vote and return that ballot in a timely manner so that it may be counted. Election Day Vote centers are also available for voters who prefer to vote in person. Early voting will take place on November 13-17 from 3:30-7:00 pm. You can also drop your ballot off in the ballot box located at the northwest corner of City Hall. Please visit ww.slco.org/clerks/elections for more information on early vote centers and election day locations.

Historical Commission SPEAKER SERIES Studios and Homes of Utah Artists and Writers with Roger Roper MON, NOV 13 @ 7 PM AT HOLLADAY CITY HALL

T H A NTKH A YN OKU YH ISTORICAL COMMISSION! OU HISTORICAL COMMISSION! We appreciate the members of the of Historical Commission forfortheir in We appreciate the members the Historical Commission their efforts efforts in We appreciate the members of the Historical Commission for their efforts in collecting, preserving, and celebrating Holladay’s rich history. collecting, preserving, and celebrating Holladay’s rich history.

Roger Roper, former Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer in both Oregon and Utah, has spent decades helping individuals and communities make the most of their irreplaceable historic structures. He will present on the historic studios and homes of Utah artists and writers — such as Wallace Stegner, Maynard Dixon, Lee Deffebach, Arnold Friberg, LeConte Stewart, and more.

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CITY INFORMATION

Bad Holiday Foods for Fido By Salt Lake County Animal Services The holidays are around the corner. Here’s a few quick tips on what to keep out of your pet’s mouth. Those tasty, fatty, rich foods from the holidays can cause some serious upset tummies, or even worse, a visit to the emergency vet.

AVOID: • Candy: Chocolate contains a substance, theobromine, that can be toxic to pets. Dark, semi-sweet, and Baker’s chocolate can be lethal to pets if ingested. • Drippings: Those fatty leftovers from your meal can cause vomiting and diarrhea. • NO BONES: Do not give your pet bones from leftover holiday birds, they can splinter once ingested and cause internal injuries, even death. • Stuffing, pudding, relish, pickles, sauces, and anything with onions, grapes, raisins. Your pet can eat some holiday foods in moderation BEFORE they’ve been prepared with spices: sweet potatoes, white potatoes, pumpkin (before adding fatty things like cream), cranberries, chard, kale, green beans, and a wee bite of turkey, ham, or other meats. If you have additional questions, please consult with your veterinarian.

Please Clean you Catch Basin Grates

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 Council – first and third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Planning Commission – first and third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

CITY OFFICES: Mon-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 801-272-9450 4580 South 2300 East • Holladay, UT 84117 Community Development Finance Justice Court Code Enforcement

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Saturday, November 04 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Join Ute storyteller Larry Cesspooch as he shares valuable lessons for all of us on how to live inspired by the Traditional Medicine Wheel.

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It’s a great day to check the stormwater catch basin grates on your street! If there are leaves or debris covering the catch basin grate, rake them up now. Don’t sweep or blow your leaves into gutters or canals. If you have a catch basin in your neighborhood, adopt it and keep it clear of leaves and debris. Could someone on your block use a hand with their leaves? Adopt their catch basin to help. Keeping drains clear is a simple way to prevent ﬂooding and keep our waterways healthy!

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FALL LEAF PICKUP While we are out of leaf bags, Other yard or waste bags can be used for your leaves. Full leaf bags can be taken and placed in the District’s trailers at: • Canyon Rim Park - 3100 E. 3100 S. • Cottonwood Ball Complex - 4400 S. 1300 E. - Northside Only PLEASE do not dump garbage, yard waste, or other items at the leaf bag collection sites. Reminder: leaves and yard waste are not accepted in blue recycling cans.

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A legacy of dedication: SLCC names lab after longest-serving instructor By Julie Slama | j.slama@mycityjournals.com

s a student at Utah Technical College at Salt Lake, now Salt Lake Community College, Steve Mitchell learned how to solder rather than weld a pinhole closed in sheet metal, a technique he learned from his automotive instructor, Neal Grover. “I’d show technicians and they’d say, ‘nobody does that,’” he said. “That’s one of the many things I learned from Mr. Grover. It’s the most efficient and best way to do it. I’ve never seen anybody else do it that way in 35-plus years. Now there’s a whole bunch of people who are using his knowledge in shops.” Grover, at 84, is an adjunct professor at SLCC. He has been a student, instructor and administrator with the college for 65 years, just one decade shy of the school’s existence. This fall, the auto collision repair and refinishing training lab was named after him. “Having Mr. Grover’s name on this lab shows the value of respect that he has earned,” Mitchell said. “I was there four years ago and went down to the school. Neal grabbed a torch and in minutes, he was welding. At 80 years old, he could do techniques that 30-year-olds couldn’t match his skill level.” Grover’s relationship with the school began when he returned from active duty in the infantry. “I didn’t have a car, didn’t have any money, didn’t have any education so I enrolled at Salt Lake Area Vocational School at 431 South 600 East,” he said. “It’s reputation was, ‘If you want to see the bad asses, go to the vocational school.’ But I wanted to learn how to build and customize a car. I was awarded a scholarship my second year. It was $86 for a full ride.” In 1960, Grover earned his certificate of accomplishment from the school then known as Salt Lake Trade Technical Institute. He served on its automotive advisory committee and became an instructor for a salary of $575 per month. “That included us cleaning the bathroom and the shop,” he remembered. Grover taught classes for the Manpower Development and Training Act of 1962, a program “that Kennedy put together to train the guys coming back from the service in the trades and the hardcore unemployable. There were some rough guys in that class,” he said. Technology and equipment were rudimentary. “We put the car on jigs and held it in position while it was welded,” he said. “We had little technology to work with and the tools we used were handmade and primitive.” He also ran his own shop, Grover’s Body and Fender Repair. “We’d paint the whole car for 80 bucks. That’s when gasoline was 28 cents per gallon,” he said.

This fall, SLCC’s auto collision repair and refinishing training lab was named after Neal Grover, who has been a part of the school for 65 of its 75 years. (Photo courtesy of Neal Grover)

Grover used his skills to build and customize his own cars, including a 1962 metallic midnight blue Corvette, which he sold for $1,800 and gave his dad the money. Even today, Grover has his shop set up in his garage in Holladay. Mitchell remembered, “His command of the tools he has is unmatched. When you see somebody like Mr. Grover know what he’s doing, it doesn’t look the same as others who are just getting by.” Grover taught the Vocational Improvement Program at the downtown campus. In 1967, the school, then known as Utah Tech, moved most programs to its current Redwood Campus. Grover followed one year later when the automotive trades center building was completed. “I saw that building go up in 1968, and I saw it go down,” Grover said, in reference to the automotive building being torn down in 2010 after the program moved to the Larry H. Miller Campus in Sandy in 2001. After the completion of Redwood automotive building, the school added an associate degree in applied science in auto collision repair and refinishing. Grover was the first to receive that distinction. In the 1970s, he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degree in trade and industrial education from Utah State University. Grover continued to teach collision repair, sharing his students with the paint instructor, Chuck Spainhower. “I enjoyed working with Neal and

SLCC instructor Neal Grover poses by a sign outside of the Miller Campus lab where he taught students for years. (Photo courtesy of Neal Grover)

Chuck,” said Larry Barlage, who was hired by Grover in 1983 and worked beside him for decades. “Many times, you’d see Neal bring his students into the paint shop to see something special before and after it was painted. Chuck would do the same thing with the paint students showing them something in Neal’s class. They worked together as a team.” The bond of the instructors wasn’t lost on their students.

“I think of them as the dynamic duo. They did everything very well together,” Mitchell said. Pete Hoffman admired his instructors. “Neal has been my mentor and friend since early ’80s and Chuck was equally an amazing person,” he said. “They were like Tom and Jerry. There was a connection between them; they melded together.” The two instructors educated about 150 Japanese students every summer in the 1990s. “They came here wanting to learn automotive skills, so we’d find host homes around the college for them to stay and I taught welding and Chuck taught them paint,” Grover said about his late colleague and friend. Mitchell said the program was amazing. “It seems unbelievable that this school in Japan sent their students to a specific university, a two-year college in Utah for training and then, Mr. Grover and Mr. Spainhower trained the students through an interpreter. It was remarkable,” he said. Grover taught ICAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair) for decades. Amongst his numerous career awards, he received the ICAR Founders Award for the region and was inducted into its hall of fame. “Back in 1979, we had the Detroit Iron. Our cars were selling, but there was no technology going into. The Europeans and Japanese had their cars, and they had

a repair manual to follow. We had nothing. So, we got together and came up with ICAR. The idea was to train people on the curriculum that was necessary to repair a car. Now, it’s specific to the car,” he said, adding that there are more than 100 online ICAR classes. “Back then, we’d have all the parts, there would be a blueprint for it, and everything could be very specific to the way the car was designed.” Hoffman also instructed ICAR. “Neal was an ICAR instructor at the concept of it and he got me into teaching. It’s been amazing to see ICAR evolve. Early on, he’d set up a slide carousel that would ding when it was time to advance the slides. One of his famous sayings before ICAR classes, was, ‘It’s time for The Gong Show.’ He has a wry sense of humor. He comes up with things off the cuff; his timing is impeccable.” Barlage learned from Grover that humor is necessary in teaching. “Neal can make a bad situation better and laugh along the way. I changed my teaching to model that after him. When I get a laugh or two in the beginning of the class, everything goes smoother,” he said. Mitchell said Grover interjected humor in class, but he also could take a joke.

“My first year, I went to his house with Oreo cookies and put them all over his car. When he came into class, I joked about him being late. He was eating an Oreo cookie, saying he went out to breakfast. For his 80th birthday, we went to his house and did the same thing. He still laughed at it,” he said, adding Grover always wore his white shop coat at school. “I wouldn’t be surprised if he wears his coat around his house.” While instructing full-time, Grover guided students to their potential, helping many become state and national Skills USA/VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) winners. “It was more hands-on than it is now. They don’t do stuff today like we did back then. You had to be a metal artist,” Grover said. Hoffman, who placed second at state, joined Grover when SLCC student Joey Hatch won VICA nationals. “That was one of the biggest experiences I’ve ever experienced. Joey was such a good learner and Neal put so much effort into teaching him to do things properly,” he said. Grover said that was his goal. “My biggest challenge is helping kids

fulfill their potential, to give them everything they needed to be successful. I taught every kid like the kid was mine,” he said. Barlage said Grover often worked individually with students. “Neal would take one or two students if they were having trouble doing something and he’d work on the problem to get the students up to industry standards, just polishing the rough spots. He got everybody to do their best. If students would say, ‘Hey, we messed up; What are we going to do?’ He’d go through a repair procedure with them and use it as a teaching experience so the whole class learned,” he said. Hoffman remembers asking Grover for help. “Neal always pushed you a little when you asked for help. He wouldn’t step in and take over the repair. He explained it and let you work it. If things started to go wrong, he’d say, ‘Get back to the basics.’ I used that through my whole career,” he said. Grover said the students are his favorite part of teaching. “I was with a bunch of kids, six hours every day for nine months. There’s an association there. If one kid is missing,

that part of the recipe is gone. Everybody brought a piece of personality into class,” he said. Mitchell came to the school from Chicago. “Before I went back after my first year, the body and paint classes got together for a huge barbecue. I learned Mr. Grover could be strict on teaching and discipline, but there’s room to enjoy the day. He taught us to balance those two things. If it wasn’t him, I’m not sure that after the first year, I would have gone back. I made that connection with is imperative to being engaged. To this day, it’s 1,400 miles from Chicago at Salt Lake, but he’s still like a father,” he said. It’s something Hoffman learned as well. “Neal taught me the reward of being able to do what you like and being happy while making a good living and to enjoy it with others,” he said. Grover said teaching “has been a great trip.” “I taught all kinds of people and made all kinds of friends. I dearly love all those guys. We’re family,” he said. “I wanted to be a body man; teaching wasn’t my goal. But, it sure worked out for me.” l

Anny Sooksri opens her fifth restaurant in the Salt Lake Valley

hen Anny Sooksri opened Tea Rose Diner in 2007, she wanted to share the Thai flavors of her homeland. The location in Murray at 65 E. 5th Avenue has been a staple for Thai food lovers across the valley. Since then, she’s opened Chabaar Beyond Thai (87 W. 7200 South) in Midvale, Tea Rose Thai Express (6014 State St.) in Murray, and Fav Bistro (1984 E. Murray Holladay Rd.) in Holladay. Her newest addition is Uncle Jeffi's (1968 E. Murray Holladay Rd.) located next to Fav Bistro. Uncle Jeffi’s feature a brunch and lunch menu with a Thai twist. Alongside the regular breakfast meat selection of ham, bacon and sausage, is the option of fried shrimp, tofu, corned beef or soft-shelled crab. Next to French toast and waffles, you can find Thai pancakes with coconut cream sauce and chai butter. “It’s more like a healthy choice,” Sooksri said. “Everybody knows that when they have my food, it’s fresh. It’s not frozen. So it tastes much better, it tastes like Thailand.” Growing up in Thailand, Sooksri watched her grandmother making her favorite foods from scratch. It inspired her to bring those recipes and flavors to the U.S., when she moved to Cali-

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fornia in 1995, where she was around many Thai people. She quickly learned that if she wanted to learn English, she had to move away from that community so she could stretch her language skills. She came to Utah and became a pioneer in the Thai food scene. Curries are always customer favorites in her restaurants, but she encourages people to try new flavors and new menu items. Sooksri hopes her customers can experience the real tastes of Thailand, beyond the yellow curry, like the eggplant dishes and Thai omelets. “The curry is always super popular but the Thai omelet is something you must try,” she said. “It’s an egg mixed with coconut butter. Instead of the regular eggs, you have that coconut flavor. And then it’s stuffed inside with fresh vegetables, so it's like a creamy, flavorful egg with fresh vegetables and the sweet and sour sauce.” Each of her restaurants offer a different culinary experience, but feature fresh food, cooked to order. She doesn’t make sauces or dishes ahead of time. Instead, her chefs create each meal from scratch. It takes a little longer to create each dish but customers know the wait is worth it.

Tea Rose Diner is a casual Thai restaurant, offering comfort foods found in Thailand. Tea Rose Express is the fast-food version of Tea Rose Diner, providing quick, fresh meals for people on the go. The Chabaar Beyond Thai menu is a fusion of traditional Thai dishes including the curry pot pie. It’s also well-known for the spiciness of the food. Fav Bistro has an extensive fusion

menu, with a range of options customers can’t find anywhere else. And Uncle Jeffi’s offers fresh breakfast and lunch items in a bright and colorful setting. For more information, visit bestthaifoodinutah.com. “Everything is fresh so it tastes much better,” she said. “I just want people to feel how I used to feel when I was young. That is our difference, and it’s good for you, too.”

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olidays in grief can be particularly challenging with familiar and sentimental sights, sounds, and smells reminding us our loved one is not here. Because this period of the year is built around relationships, a death in the family can make these weeks very difficult. But rather than attempt to just “grope our way” through these special days, there are ways to grow personally through the holidays as grief becomes transformative for us. Saying goodbye to a loved one is anything but easy, especially if well-meaning friends and family members expect you to just “get on with your life.” Allow time and space for grieving and crying this holiday season. Keeping a journal can provide a vital opportunity for reflection during the holidays. These weeks will not be the same as before because of the “empty chair” at the table so the pain is inevitable. A list of favorite holiday activities might be quite lengthy but make that list anyway. The list might include many holiday traditions such when the house is decorated, when and where worship takes place, and in whose home the family meals are shared. Though it is impossible to do everything “just like when Mom was here,” you can evaluate what you do for the holidays and determine, with your family’s help, which of those traditions you want to preserve. In evaluating holiday traditions, consider creating something new. Lighting a special candle, purchasing a unique holiday decoration, providing gifts to a needy family, or hosting an international student can become meaningful holiday traditions. Well-meaning friends or family may want you to attend parties and gatherings, hoping to “cheer you up” but take control of your schedule and do only as much celebrating as you feel ready to do. Choosing which events to participate in acknowledges that grief is a tiring experience. Even under the best of circumstances, holidays can be taxing so attempting to attend every event, party, or celebration may bring about total exhaustion. Instead, say “no” to some well-intentioned invitations. Simply remind friends, “My energy level hasn’t returned to where it was before he died; thank you for understanding my need to decline.” Pay close attention to physical well-being, too. Adequate rest, good nutrition, and moderate exercise is essential for the grief process. Lean meats with fresh fruits and vegetables are better choices than sugar- and fat-laden treats. If your health care provider approves, a brisk walk or other moderate exercise can help you feel better physically and emotionally. And eating a healthy diet coupled with moderate exercise is a remedy for insomnia for many mourners. Be sure to consider the spiritual aspects of life, too. Because holidays have spiritual roots make sure to include time for worship and reflection during this period. Volunteering to help others or making a memorial contribution is a meaningful way to put feet to faith during the holiday season. While it is inevitable to face pain at the holidays, following these suggestions can help bereaved individuals and families find transformative growth during this special season of the year. William G. Hoy is educational consultant to Larkin Mortuaries in Salt Lake City. Following a career of care for the dying and bereaved for a Long Beach, California-based hospice program, since 2012, Dr. Hoy has been Clinical Professor of Medical Humanities at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.

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Remembering the state’s military veterans during November By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

here are many ways to honor Utah’s military veterans this month, including volunteering at the Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs or the Military and Family Support Center. Additionally, cities, businesses and organizations in Salt Lake and Davis County will honor Utah’s vets for Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Here are some ways to show appreciation for the vets in the community. Visit the Fort Douglas Military Museum Learn about the role of the military in Utah and honor those who served their country. Tuesdays-Saturdays, Noon-5 p.m., Free 32 Potter Street, Salt Lake City Visit the Utah Veterans Cemetery & Memorial Park Honor the sacrifice made by men and women in the armed services. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 17111 S. Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale Riverton City Veterans Day Concert

Draper City Veterans Day Ceremony and Field of Flags Saturday, Nov. 11, 11-11:30 a.m. Draper City Park, 12500 S. 1300 East The Field of Flags features hundreds of flags displayed from Nov. 10-12.

Organizations along the Wasatch Front will honor Utah’s military veterans during November.

Performance by the Riverton Jazz Band. Flag ceremony conducted by the American Legion Post 140. Thursday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m. Old Dome Meeting Hall, 1452 W. 12600 South Alta High School Veterans Day of Honor Friday, Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m.

Alta High School, 11055 S. 1000 East Free Pies for Veterans - Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuary Saturday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 3401 S. Highland Drive, Millcreek Bountiful Veterans Day Program Saturday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m. Bountiful Veterans Park, 795 S. Main Street

Layton City: Veterans Parade and Veterans Honors Ceremony Saturday, Nov. 11, 11:11 a.m. Parade starts at 465 N. Wasatch Drive and proceeds through Layton Commons Park. Ceremony will be held at the Vietnam Memorial Wall Replica site within the park. Utah National Guard Veterans Day Concert Saturday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m., Free The Tabernacle on Temple Square, 50 N. West Temple Street AFC & USU Symphony Orchestra: Veterans Day Memorial Concert Saturday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m., Free Ticket Required Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall, Utah State University l

Consumer resilience suggests solid holiday shopping season By Robert Spendlove, Zions Bank Economist

he hustle and bustle of the holiday season generates a flurry of economic activity, from hiring to retail spending to demand for travel and services. Holiday sales are also a barometer of how the economy is doing locally and nationally. As we head into the winter holidays, here are several factors impacting the holiday shopping outlook: Utahns are feeling merrier about the economy compared to a year ago. Consumer sentiment rose to 76.3 in September, as measured by the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Institute’s Survey of Utah Consumers. That’s up from 63.9 in September 2022. Consumer confidence has also improved nationally in the comparable University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index. Higher confidence often leads to increased spending. Inflation is slowing but still too high. Despite the gradual slowdown in price growth over the past year, a third of shoppers expect inflation to influence the way they shop during the 2023 holidays, according to Bankrate’s 2023 Holiday Shopping Survey. Annual inflation slowed to 3.7% in September, still above the Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2% inflation. Wage growth has boosted purchasing power. Wage growth has been outpacing inflation since May. While this will help ease some families’ holiday budgets, household

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income has yet to fully recover the purchasing power lost to inflation in recent years. Utah’s total personal income, the sum of income earned by all Utahns in the state, grew by 4.5% in the second quarter of 2023, compared to 4.3% nationally, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Retail spending may soften. After stronger-than-expected consumer spending over the summer, a recent Federal Reserve report suggests retail spending might be slowing, particularly on non-essential items. “Consumers may have exhausted their savings and are now relying on borrowing to support spending,” according to the Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book report. However, that doesn’t mean consumers will stop spending. Bain & Company has projected 3% growth in U.S. retail sales during the win-

ter holiday season. Meanwhile, Deloitte’s annual holiday retail forecast predicts sales will increase by as much as 4.6% this holiday season. Most of that growth will come from online sales. Household budgets are still tight. Nearly 40% of shoppers nationally planned to start this year’s holiday shopping earlier than normal, according to a National Retail Federation survey. This is not necessarily to get their shopping done early, but rather to distribute the financial cost across the entire season. Just over a quarter (27%) of U.S. holiday shoppers have money set aside for this holiday shopping season, according to Bankrate. Employment is strong. U.S. employers added 336,000 jobs in September, far surpassing expectations, while the unemployment rate remained at a low 3.8%. Utah’s job market continues to show strength, gaining 35,200 jobs in September, with unemployment at a very low 2.6%. Because a higher employment rate correlates with higher spending, the strong job market is good news for local retailers who get a boost from holiday sales. Lags in economic data and outside factors influencing consumer behavior make retail sales hard to predict. Uncertainty from global conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine could impact the holiday retail outlook. But current signs of a resilient consumer point to a solid holiday shopping season. l

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Utah’s transportation partners release statewide master plan for future

overnment leaders and transportation gurus have released an updated Unified Transportation Plan for Utah, one aimed at addressing the state’s needs through 2050. It encompasses all forms of transportation, from cars, buses and rail to bike and pedestrian paths. The plan was a collaborative effort created over a fouryear period between the Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Transit Authority, the Mountainland Association of Governments, the Wasatch Front Regional Council and several metropolitan planning agencies. Its stated goal is “preserving and enhancing the quality of life in Utah” as Utah’s population grows. “Utah’s great quality of life keeps generations of families here and attracts many new residents every year,” Governor Spencer Cox said. “Careful, collaborative transportation planning is key to ensuring safe, efficient and comfortable travel for all Utahns. Community health, economic vibrance, and livability are closely linked to travel choices—from walking and biking to riding transit to driving.” Davis County Commissioner Bob Stevenson said the plan “ties things together nicely. We realize all the growth the state will have over the next 30 years and the need to start on some projects immediately.” The trail systems along the Wasatch Front, for example, are being completed to literally connect with each other. The Parley’s Trail completion in West Valley City in early October helped link east and westside communities, and a new section of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Davis County was planned to open on Oct. 24. South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey, who chairs the

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WFRC, said “the planning process looks at the relationship between transportation, land use and economic development by thoughtfully coordinating housing, jobs and transportation connections together. City and town centers yield numerous benefits by improving access and reducing the time spent getting from point A to point B.” Of immediate concern is the rebuild of Interstate 15 from Farmington to North Salt Lake, with plenty of questions and concerns expressed by residents in the communities affected. It’s a challenge for UDOT. “As our state grows, we are committed to providing safe transportation choices for all people to get where they want, when they want, in the way they want,” said UDOT Executive Director Carlos Braceras. “Those needs are different today than they were in previous years, and in the Unified

Plan, transportation partners throughout the state collaborate to identify solutions for the evolving needs that we anticipate in the years ahead.” “Utah’s quality of life revolves around transportation choices,” said Carlton Christensen, chair of the UTA board. “UTA is proud to be part of Utah’s Unified Transportation Plan as we work closely with UDOT, regional planning partners, and municipalities to ensure every community has accessible, healthy options. Riding transit offers a less stressful way to get there.” The plan, which is available to read online at unifiedplan.org, outlines goals for its implementation. An interactive map on the site is broken down by regions, modes of transportation and into 10-year segments, highlighting what projects are scheduled. It estimates that households will experience almost six days of less driving per year once improvements are completed. The state’s economy will be bolstered through infrastructure investments and job growth. Utah’s GDP will grow by approximately $247 billion and over 271,000 jobs will be created. And the changes will reduce air pollution from emissions by 13%. Over the course of the plan’s implementation, more than 4,700 miles of transportation roads and pathways will be added. This is the latest version of a plan that’s been updated for years. Previous versions have been praised by the U.S. Department of Transportation as setting a standard for cooperation between entities with varying needs.l

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Check out the library during Family Literacy Month By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

here are many ways to develop a child’s love for reading. Having books around the house, reading stories together and setting a good example as a reader are just a few. Another, is to be a regular visitor to the public library. Since November is Family Literacy Month, and parents are encouraged to bring literacy opportunities into the home, it’s a good time to explore programs at the local library. “If you don't have books in the home, it’s sending a message to children that this isn’t important, this isn’t part of our family culture,” said Nyssa Fleig, Salt Lake County Library program manager. “So when the whole family gets in on it, you create a culture of reading and literacy in the home.” County library branches offer early learning programs. With in-person or Zoom storytimes and singing activities, babies and toddlers are introduced to the five learning skills of playing, talking, reading, writing and singing. Fleig said incorporating an at-home, 10-minute bedtime story routine for small children will have a long-lasting effect on literacy. For children learning to read, the library’s online programs, including Miss Humblebee’s Academy and World Book Early Learning, provide early reading education. Additionally, the Reading Buddies program brings in United Way volunteers to read with children using the Dyad reading method. “Dyad reading should happen after a student has completed phonics instruction. It’s a method of practice that increases fluency and speed,” Fleig said. “So once they’ve got that proper phonics instruction, and we leave that expertise to the schools, then the library can step in and say, ‘OK,

Makai and his daughter Madeline read together every Thursday when they visit the West Jordan branch for a daddy/daughter date night before enjoying the playground at Veterans Memorial Park. (Photo courtesy of The County Library)

you’ve got the basics, now we can help you increase your confidence.’” My First Books Club is available at several branches, for children beginning to read chapter books. Also, Read to a Dog is a popular event that has students reading out loud to a therapy dog. Although the program is only available at Holladay, Whitmore and Millcreek, the library hopes to expand it to other branches. For middle readers, the Great Reads book club is open to youth ages 8-12. Participants read the book then meet as a group with an adult who leads a discussion and provides a

craft that goes along with the book. For teen and adult readers, the library provides programs based on reading ability and interest. Project Read, a local nonprofit, helps adults who are learning to read and a partnership with the English Skills Learning Center offers English classes for those learning to speak and read the language. “Our libraries represent our communities, so a lot of our westside libraries do have a Spanish speaker on staff,” she said. “If we have a staff member who speaks another language, that will be represented on their name badge… We’re letting them know that we’re here and happy to support them.” The library launched a new reading challenge for November. As part of Native American Heritage Month, libraries will have displays highlighting indigenous cultures to acknowledge the tribes that were here in the Salt Lake Valley. The reading challenge is to spend 300 minutes reading as an individual or family during the month, especially from books written by indigenous authors. For more information, visit slcolibrary.org. “We are big supporters of literacy at the library, it’s probably a core value,” Fleig said. “I think [illiteracy] is one of those things we struggle with invisibly, and that goes from children all the way to adults. There’s support here, no matter where the struggle is with reading. The other thing we like to say is the library is especially for people who don't like to read. It’s really simple. You just haven’t found the right book yet.” l

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