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Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival Returns for Second Year to Celebrate Art and Community

The Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival is set to take place on Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Midvale Main Street. This annual event celebrates art, culture, and community in Midvale City and brings together local and international artists to create vibrant murals that transform the walls of the city into a colorful and dynamic outdoor art gallery.

The festival is an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate the arts and support artists. Attendees can expect to see a variety of styles and will be able to witness the creative process in action as the artist’s work on their murals. This year, Midvale’s 2nd annual mural festival is bringing in 11 amazing new murals from both local and nationally recognized muralists.

The Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival is more than just an art show – it’s a cultural experience. In addition to

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July 31 & August 1

Neighborhood Block Parties

August 2

Midvale Arts Council Hall of Honors

August 3

Tyler Library Game Night

August 4

Food Truck Friday & Concert in the Park

August 5

Fun Run, Parade, Bingo, Festival, Concerts, & Fireworks the murals, there will also be a beer garden, food trucks, local artisans, and music to entertain festival-goers throughout the event. It’s the perfect opportunity to come out and enjoy the company of friends and neighbors while exploring the art scene in Midvale City.

“We’re thrilled to host the second annual Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival,” said Mayor Marcus Stevenson. “This event is a great way to showcase the talent and creativity of our local artists while also bringing the community together. We’re excited to see the new murals and the positive impact they will have on our city.”

The Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival is free to attend and open to all ages. For more information, visit the www.EngageMidvale.com or follow us on social media for updates. Come out and join us for a day of art, culture, and community in Midvale City!

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Municipal Elections Overview

General Municipal Elections are held in odd numbered years The elective officers of Midvale City consist of a city council made up of five council members representing Districts 1 through 5 and a mayor, who are elected in a non-partisan election The mayor and city council are elected to fouryear overlapping terms

Up for election this year 2023

District 1 - Council Member

District 2 - Council Member

District 2 - Council Member

District 3 - Council Member (All four-year terms)

District 3 - Council Member (All four-year terms)

Food Trucks

Local Vendors

Sumo Wrestling

Nerf Wars

Bounce Houses

Bingo

Carnival Games Scales & Tails

Kids Activites

Free Entry & Activities www.MidvaleHarvestDays.com

Citizens desiring to run for office must file a Declaration of Candidacy with the City Recorder between August 8 and 15, 2023, at Midvale City Hall, 7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, between the hours of 8:00 a m and 5:00 p m Interested candidates must be a registered voter; resident of Midvale City for at least 12 months immediately prior to the date of the election; and a resident of the district candidate is running for 60 days prior to the date of the election

Citizens desiring to run for office must file a "Declaration of Candidacy" with the City Recorder between August 8 and 15, 2023, at Midvale City Hall, 7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, between the hours of 8:00 a m and 5:00 p m Interested candidates must be a registered voter; resident of Midvale City for at least 12 months immediately prior to the date of the election; and a resident of the district candidate is running for 60 days prior to the date of the election

2023 Election Dates

2023 Election Dates

No Primary

2023 Municipal General Election: November 7, 2023

No Primary 2023 Municipal General Election: November 7, 2023

The Midvale City Council recently voted to use Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) again for the upcoming municipal election RCV is a voting system that allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference, rather than just selecting one candidate This system has been gaining popularity in recent years as a way to promote fairness and diversity in elections, and it is seen as a more democratic alternative to traditional voting systems By using RCV, Midvale City hopes to ensure that the winning candidate has the support of the majority of voters, while also providing voters with more choices and a greater sense of empowerment in the electoral process Learn more about RCV at www MidvaleCity org/RCV

The Midvale City Council recently voted to use Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) again for the upcoming municipal election RCV is a voting system that allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference, rather than just selecting one candidate This system has been gaining popularity in recent years as a way to promote fairness and diversity in elections, and it is seen as a more democratic alternative to traditional voting systems By using RCV, Midvale City hopes to ensure that the winning candidate has the support of the majority of voters, while also providing voters with more choices and a greater sense of empowerment in the electoral process Learn more about RCV at www MidvaleCity org/RCV

For more information, visit MidvaleCity.org or email randreason@midvale.com

For more information, visit MidvaleCity org or email randreason@midvale com

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