City Hall – 7505 South Holden Street • Midvale, UT 84047
When the City Council appointed me as mayor last December, more than a few people asked what could really be accomplished in just one year. My answer? With the council’s support, the dedication of our incredible city sta , and the strong spirit of this community — there’s no limit to what we can achieve in Midvale!
As we step into a new year full of opportunity and momentum, I want to share with you the three top priorities that I’ll be focusing on over the next year as your mayor, each one rooted in the values that make Midvale such a strong, connected, and forward-thinking community.
Keeping Property Taxes Low
As everyday costs continue to rise, I remain rmly committed to keeping property taxes in Midvale as low as possible. Thanks to the strong leadership of our senior sta and the thoughtful guidance of the City Council, we’ve managed to maintain nancial stability without sacri cing the essential services our community relies on. Looking ahead, we do anticipate signi cant investments in public safety—a top priority for all of us. But even as those needs grow, we’re working diligently to nd savings in other areas of the budget to minimize the impact on your annual tax bill. Smart budgeting and scal discipline will continue to guide every decision we make, with your nancial well-being in mind.
The process of adopting our Fiscal Year 2026 budget is both transparent and inclusive. I invite you to attend an upcoming budget workshop or City Council meeting to share your ideas, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. Your voice matters, and together, we can make the best choices for Midvale’s future.
Expanding Our Main Street Momentum Citywide
The revitalization of Main Street has brought new energy and pride to our city’s core. Now, it’s time to build on that success. In the coming year, we’ll be working to extend that progress to key corridors like Center Street, State Street, and Fort Union. These areas hold tremendous potential for economic growth and small business development, and I’m excited to work alongside our city team and local partners to bring that vision to life.
Long and short-term projects like a new public library, upgrades to our city park, additional opportunities for outdoor recreation, and modern welcome signs that let everyone know they’re in Midvale City will strengthen our community pride and create a more vibrant, welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.
Midvale Monthly with Mayor Gettel
Looking Ahead: My Top Priorities for Midvale in the Year Ahead
Reviving the Midvale Community Council
Our community is strongest when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to relaunch the Midvale Community Council. This group will serve as a vital connection between residents and city leadership, o ering a platform for collaboration, open dialogue, and shared problem-solving.
Local government works best when it works with the people it serves, and the Community Council will play a key role in making that happen. I encourage you to get involved—attend an upcoming meeting, share your perspective, and consider participating as the council begins organizing and selecting its new leadership team. Your voice can help shape the future of Midvale.
Midvale is a city on the move—growing, evolving, and full of potential. And the driving force behind that progress is you: the residents, business owners, community leaders, and neighbors who care deeply about this place we all call home. With your input, your energy, and your continued support, we’ll keep building a community that re ects our shared values and vision: a city that’s not only thriving today, but well-prepared for tomorrow.
My door at City Hall is always open. Whether you have a question, a concern, or an idea to share, I want to hear from you. I’m honored and humbled every day by the opportunity to serve as your mayor, and I’m excited for all we’ll accomplish together in the months and years ahead.
Food Truck Tuesdays (starting May 20) Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival
Harvest Days: Neighborhood Block Parties
Harvest Days: Neighborhood Block Parties
Harvest Days: Arts Council Hall of Honors & Art Show
Harvest Days: Library Event
Harvest Days: Arts Council Concert in the
Midvale Main Street Car Show
Trick or Treat on Main Street
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2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival! Join us for a celebration of art, music, and community as we showcase the creative spirit of our city. This year’s festival will be lled with vibrant murals, live music, local food, and interactive activities that are perfect for all ages.
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Midvale Main Arts & Culture District
Address: 7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, UT
Website: EngageMidvale.com/2025-Mural-Festival
LIVE MURALS
The heart of the festival lies in the Live Murals! Watch talented muralists transform blank walls into breathtaking works of art right before your eyes. Get a front-row seat to the creative process and see these stunning murals take shape throughout the evening.
BEER GARDEN
Relax and enjoy a refreshing drink at our Beer Garden, brought to you by 2 Row Brewing. While you sip on your favorite brew, take in the live mural art being created right inside the garden. Plus, join in on fun outdoor games like cornhole, spike ball, can jam, and more!
LIVE BANDS
Experience a mix of sounds from two di erent live bands performing at separate locations around the festival. Each band will play for two hours, ensuring a lively and diverse soundtrack for your evening.
VENDOR MARKETPLACE
Explore our Vendor Marketplace, where you can browse from over 30 local vendors o ering handmade goods, original artwork, and vintage treasures. It’s the perfect chance to support local artisans and nd something special to take home.
FOOD TRUCKS
Bring your appetite! The Food Truck Plaza will be serving up delicious food from local and regional trucks, o ering mouthwatering dishes from around the world. The Plaza will have plenty of shaded seating and a cozy atmosphere with trees and awnings, making it the perfect spot to enjoy your meal.
CRAFT LAKE CITY MURAL WORKSHOP
Ever wanted to create your own mural? Don’t miss the Craft Lake City Mural Workshop, an interactive experience where you can dive into the creative process with guidance from experts. It’s open to artists of all skill levels!
INTERACTIVE ART ON THE STREET
This year, we’re adding even more ways to get involved with Interactive Art on the street! One of the fun ideas includes coloring in a pre-designed cube using markers. More exciting details to come—stay tuned!
CHALK ART WITH MIDVALE ARTS COUNCIL
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Join the Midvale Arts Council for a fun and creative chalk art activity. Whether you want to make your own masterpiece or admire the works of others, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Mark your calendars and come join us for an evening of fun, creativity, and community spirit. Whether you’re an art lover, foodie, or just looking for a good time, the 2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival has something for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!
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MAY 2025 CITY NEWSLETTER
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ank You, Keith: 25 YEARS OF SERVICE TO MIDVALE
Keith Ludwig is hanging up his hard hat at the end of May after serving the city in the Engineering Department for over 25 years.
“I’ve enjoyed my job,” he re ected. “My engineering group is an amazing group of guys and are very good at what they do.”
Engineering is the bedrock of Midvale City. Engineers oversee everything below and at ground level, from master plans of roadways, sewer and water, to the hands-on inspections of the streets and pipes. They maintain streets, from crosswalks and parking zones, to road construction and upkeep.
There are six employees in Midvale’s Engineering, and each of them performs several duties. “Midvale, ‘middle of the valley,’ is only 6 sq. miles, but there’s a lot going on,” Ludwig said. “Each of us wears many hats during the day. Everybody knows their job, does it well, and backs each other up as needed.”
When Ludwig rst went to school at the University of Utah, he wanted to be an architect. A few years into his program, he got married and followed his wife to Utah State University. There he nished his degree in Civil Engineering.
His rst job out of college was for an engineering consultant company where he worked on Primary Children’s Hospital.
“At the time, our oldest son was three years old,” Ludwig recalled, “I got a call from my wife. ‘Adam wants to talk to you,’ she said. I talked to him for a minute and my wife got back on the phone. I asked her, ‘What was all that about?’ ‘Adam got up this morning,’ she said, ‘and asked me if you were dead. Usually you go before he gets up and you don’t get home until after he goes to bed. He has literally not seen you for days.’
“I thought, ‘What am I doing?’”
Soon after that he found a job working for West Jordan City, where he spent six years before he came to Midvale. Working for the city brought peace and stability. “It’s been nice to have more of a life balance,” he said.
The balance he values personally is something he’s instilled in his coworkers. Steve Busch, Midvale’s Engineering Manager, has worked with Ludwig since the beginning. “Keith made sure that all our guys knew all the aspects of everybody else’s job so if one of us is another can back us up,” Busch said. “He’s pretty understanding, family-oriented and appreciated that in other team members. I enjoy coming to work because of Keith, and all our crew.”
Ludwig was the manager who worked alongside you, not above you. “He was always willing to listen if you had a good idea,” Busch continued. “He’d let you run with it.”
Stormwater Inspector Brett Bohman said that Ludwig will be missed by everyone. “He’s been here for so long–he’s a good guy. Everybody likes him.”
Ludwig also created procedures and guidelines to help the city follow state and federal laws. He made sure the Engineering Department stayed within, and sometimes even under, the city budget.
Keith hopes residents understand that while construction and inspections can slow everyone down, in the end, everyone bene ts.
“We are trying to improve their lives, by maintaining property values and standard of living,” Ludwig explained. “Construction can be inconvenient, but the end result is better service and infrastructure.”
What does the future hold for our retiring Engineering Director? Ludwig and his wife own some land near Mt. Pleasant, where they plan to spend more time camping, and they have a trip planned back east later this year. “Otherwise, we’ll see what happens,” Ludwig said.
Keith has been the backbone of our Engineering Department for 25 years, quietly shaping Midvale with his expertise, dedication, and steady leadership. His impact goes beyond the streets and projects he’s worked on—he has helped build a community that will feel his in uence for generations,” said Mayor Dustin Gettel. “While his retirement marks the end of a chapter, his legacy of hard work and commitment will continue to resonate in every corner of our city. On behalf of all of us, thank you, Keith, for your incredible service. We wish you all the best in this exciting next chapter.”
After more than two decades of quiet service, Ludwig’s in uence will continue to serve the city through the systems and spirit he has built for Midvale and all its residents.
The Midvale Senior Center now o ers two meals daily, Monday through Friday, for seniors age 60 and older.
Breakfast is served from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The cost is $6.00. Menu options include:
• Breakfast burrito with fruit
• Croissant sandwich with fruit and a choice of tater tots or toast
• Scrambled eggs with fruit and a choice of tater tots or toast
Lunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A $4.00 donation is suggested. Meal choices vary weekly and may include:
• A hot entrée
• Soup and salad
• Chef or Cobb salad
Co ee, tea, or hot cocoa is included with both meals.
