and the Happy Healthy Holladay Coalition? The Happy Healthy Holladay Coalition (H3) was established
in 2016 as a collaborative effort involving various organizations, residents, and service providers representing the diverse community of Holladay City. Its mission is to enhance the well-being of Holladay residents by identifying community needs, promoting existing programs and resources, and implementing evidence-based initiatives focusing on mental, physical, and social health. H3 has organized various health-related activities and events, including emergency preparedness, walking programs for all ages, fall prevention, first aid, CPR and AED classes, and naloxone training and distribution.
The Coalition has 17 active members from diverse sectors such as public health, local government, parents, business owners, Granite School District, local emergency services, healthcare professionals, information services, adult and aging services, and youth services providers. I have the pleasure of serving on the Coalition as the Holladay City Council’s liaison. It’s been eye-opening and humbling to learn more about the real struggles that Holladay residents are facing, and the efforts by members of our community to help.
Recently, H3 evaluated public health data to better understand the needs and challenges faced by Holladay residents. The findings revealed some concerning statistics, including higher rates of drug and opioid poisoning deaths per capita compared to the rest of Salt Lake County, as well as elevated mental and physical health challenges such as depression, suicide deaths, extended periods of poor mental health, and mobility limitations. Of notable concern is the correlation between these mental health challenges and fatal overdoses, especially within age groups statistically more likely to be parents. The impact of addiction on children, particularly those who have watched a loved one struggle, can be severe and lasting.
In response to these challenges, the H3 Coalition is taking action. With the support of grant funding, the Coalition is implementing the Communities That Care prevention framework to address opioid misuse and reduce overdose deaths and tackle related mental health challenges. The goal is to strengthen protective factors in the community, providing additional support for struggling youth and others. We are fortunate to have a public health intern from the University of Utah, who is using qualitative research methods to gather insights from community stakeholders and conduct a Community Readiness Assessment. Preliminary findings indicate a community characterized by deep concern and compassion, with a willingness to unite in support of those facing health challenges and a collective determination to address the distressing rate of opioid poisoning deaths in Holladay.
The public health challenges facing the City of Holladay are not unique; in fact, they reach every corner of our nation. While Holladay has not been immune to these challenges, we now have the knowledge and resources to distinguish ourselves through an exceptional and effective response. By crafting evidence-based initiatives, we can set an example for effective and sustainable solutions. The Happy Healthy Holladay Coalition takes pride in serving Holladay’s residents and aims to facilitate enduring changes that foster the continuing and improved health of our community.
—Matt Durham, Council District
*I want to thank Holly Smith and Megan Bartley for their assistance in writing this article.
Emergency Preparedness – Earthquakes
Every year in April, Be Ready Utah encourages participation in The Great Utah ShakeOut as a way for the community to prepare for a major earthquake along the Wasatch Front. While a larger magnitude earthquake is one of the least frequent disasters Utah may face, it has the potential to be the most destructive. In the immediate aftermath of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, it is likely that first responders will be overwhelmed with critical life safety response. Looking further out, residents may be without water, sewer, electricity, and other utilities; this could last days, weeks, or even months. Our community must be prepared to help each other through the sudden event, as well as the long recovery that will follow. Here are some simple steps that you can follow to become more prepared in your own homes and neighborhoods.
1. Make a Plan which includes a family meeting place, how you will communicate, and where you have essential items stored.
2. Get a Kit Ready for everyone in the household, including pets. Start small and build up.
3. Protect Your Home by securing heavy items and consider if your home is an Unreinforced Masonry Building (URM).
4. Learn how to Protect Yourself and practice as a family.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed at the thought of doing all this work, but starting small still makes a difference! Anything that our community does now to prepare will help reduce injuries, prevent deaths, streamline emergency response, accelerate recovery, and reduce costs. As individuals, families, and neighbors work to be prepared for a potential earthquake, we also become more capable of handling more frequent, less destructive events.
More information about how to prepare for disaster can be found at beready.utah.gov. In-depth information about earthquakes in Utah can be found by reading “Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country” also provided at beready.utah.gov
PLAN YOUR COMMUTE SALT LAKE CITY MARATHON SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
The University of Utah Health Salt Lake City Marathon is April 20, 2024! It will feature a full marathon, half marathon, 5K, 10K run, 26-mile bike tour, and a 1K kids’ marathon. The race will come through the City of Holladay starting at 3900 S. and 2300 E. The route will follow 2300 E. southbound to 4600 S. then back northbound on Holladay Blvd to 4500 S. and then west through Highland Drive. At all major intersections, there will be an “Intersection Traffic Officer” to facilitate cross-traffic flow whenever there are breaks in runners and safe to do so. The runners should be through Holladay by about 12:30 pm.
For a detailed map of the race course, volunteer information and more go to: saltlakecitymarathon.com
Book Buddies for Children & Cats
Salt Lake County Animal Services
The in-person Book Buddies at Salt Lake County Animal Services is a program designed for children under 18 to come read to the cats at Animal Services. How it works:
1. Come to Salt Lake County Animal Services, 511 W 3900 S, SLC, between 10 AM – 6 PM, Tue-Sat.
2. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
3. Bring a book (or 3 to read) Or choose to read from the cattery “library.”
4. Sign in and sign out on the clipboard in the cattery. This is logged as volunteer time!
The program will help children improve their reading skills AND will help the shelter pets with socialization. Animals find the rhythmic sounds of a voice very soothing. Similar programs at other shelters across the country have seen the benefits the program has to offer.
Questions?
Email animalvolunteer@slco.org or visit AdoptUtahPets.org.
ARBOR DAY SPRINGING UP !
By Wendy Frank City of Holladay Tree Committee
Soon after groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring, bulbs took their cue to bloom, birds chirped up in joy, and trees began budding and leafing out. Weeks before sightings of these harbingers of spring, Morningside Elementary had put its ducks in order for a festive Arbor Day celebration to be held on Friday, April 26, at 2:00 P.M.
The City of Holladay Tree Committee is proudly partnering with Granite School District’s Morningside Elementary to plant trees in celebration of the myriad benefits trees bring to our lives. Principal Reese, PTA President Jefferson, Faculty members, and the PTA Planning Committee are consolidating their talents to orchestrate a meaningful and memorable Arbor Day experience for the Morningside community.
The celebratory event will be student-centric, and Student Council members will speak and act as MC’s. It will be highlighted by students planting one conifer and two to three shade trees on school grounds. Four ISA Certified Arborists, including Associate Director of Tree Utah, Jack Jacob, will lead the plantings.
Students’ tree-related paintings and 3D-artwork will subsequently be displayed at Holladay City Hall from Friday, May 10, through Wednesday, May 23. Parents are urged to come view the exhibit. Feel free to BYOS (bring your own shovel), and share in this gala tribute to trees on Friday, April 26, at 2:00 P.M. Morningside Elementary is located at 4100 S. 3000 E.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Rob Dahle, Mayor rdahle@holladayut.gov
801-580-3056
Ty Brewer, District 1 tbrewer@holladayut.gov
801-550-8747
Matt Durham, District 2 mdurham@holladayut.gov
801-999-0781
Paul Fotheringham, District 3 pfotheringham@holladayut.gov
801-424-3058
Drew Quinn, District 4 dquinn@holladayut.gov
801-272-6526
Emily Gray, District 5 egray@holladayut.gov
801-755-3477
Gina Chamness, City Manager gchamness@holladayut.gov
PUBLIC MEETINGS:
City Council – rst and third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Planning Commission – rst and third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m.
CITY OFFICES:
Mon-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 801-272-9450 4580 South 2300 East • Holladay, UT 84117
Community Development
Justice Court
Code Enforcement
801-527-3890
801-273-9731
801-527-3890
NUMBERS TO KNOW: Emergency 911 UPD Dispatch (Police)
UFA Dispatch (Fire)
Animal Control
Garbage/Sanitation
Holladay Library
Holladay Lions Club
Mt. Olympus Sr. Center
801-840-4000
801-840-4000
385-468-7387
385-468-6325
801-944-7627
385-468-1700
385-468-3130
Holladay Post O ce 801-278-9942
Cottonwood Post O ce
Holliday Water
801-453-1991
Seasonal Container Reservation Program
This year, Holladay is one of the first areas that is served by Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District’s (WFWRD) Seasonal Container Program.
HOW IT WORKS
Residents will receive a postcard in the mail with two important dates:
• when the reservation calendar for your Zone opens to make a reservation
• when WFWRD will be dropping off and picking up containers
After you receive your postcard indicating which Zone you are in and when the reservation calendar opens, visit wasatchfrontwaste.org to make a reservation. Please note that WFWRD is unable to take reservations over the phone. There are no exceptions due to the required documentation needed for this program.
Below are the dates when Holladay residents in the following zones can make their container reservation at wasatchfrontwaste.org. Your postcard will indicate which zone you are in and when the reservation calendar will be open to take reservations:
• Holladay Zone 1: April 22
• Holladay Zone 2: April 29
• Holladay Zone 3: May 6
If your reservation is confirmed, containers will be delivered as follows:
• Holladay Zone 1: May 7-14
• Holladay Zone 2: May 15-21
• Holladay Zone 3: May 22-30
Containers will be dropped off sometime between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on the scheduled day. WFWRD staff will try to ensure that residents have up to 24 hours with the container. Driveways must be cleared, accessible, and have enough room (approximately 10’ x 20’) for the container to be placed off the street and public sidewalk. If the driveway is inaccessible, the container will not be delivered, and you will lose your opportunity for the container at your residence. Please visit our website to see what is and isn’t allowed in the containers.
Public Safety Appreciation Weeks — May 4th-18th
Next month we’re delighted to have our annual Public Safety Appreciation Weeks where we celebrate the firefighters and police officers that serve our community. This year we’re expanding to two weeks to fit in a little more celebrating! You’ll see banners on light poles highlighting officers and fire fighters, as well as daily spotlights on our social media.
Finally, on May 18th, this special time of appreciation will culminate in a free Community Pancake Breakfast from 8-11am at our local fire station! We will be sharing reminders and further information leading up to the event. We’re incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated people keeping us safe here in Holladay. Join us in thanking them for their hard work.
The Holladay Interfaith Council is looking for new members! The council meets monthly over lunch, plans an annual Thanksgiving Service for the community, coordinates interfaith service projects, and hosts round table discussions. We look forward to getting to know you!
