Public Safety Message: VECC Emergency Alerts

The distribution of timely information can be critical in the event of an emergency or disaster. While social media, the nightly news and other traditional forms of mass communication have their place, when it comes to emergency preparedness, there are better alternatives that we should all be aware of.

The Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communications Center (VECC) is the emergency communications organization that receives 911 calls and dispatches police, fire and medical personnel for all communities in Salt Lake County, with the exception of Salt Lake City and Sandy. Once an emergency phone call is received, it is VECC who gathers all the critical information, assesses the situation and determines which units need to respond.

In addition to receiving 911 calls, VECC has instituted is an Emergency Notification System (ENS) used to alert residents and businesses that are impacted by, or in danger of being impacted by, emergency or disaster. This service is often referred to as a reverse 911, because the communication is being sent from local authorities as opposed to being sent to local authorities.

These alerts come by a phone call, text message and/or email notification and deliver critical information and instructions immediately, such as shelter locations or specific actions one may need take.

However, because the system uses the region’s 911 database, only land-line numbers are automatically added into the system. If you have a cellphone, and would like to be notified via that provider, you must register those telephone numbers. Similarly, if you would like to receive an email notification, you must register the email addresses at which you wish to receive the notification.

Please note that this system only serves addresses that fall within the boundaries of Salt Lake County. We encourage all residents to register for this free service at slvecc.com/registration/#phone or scan the QR Code below.

Weekly Lawn Watering Guide

The Utah Division of Water Resources publishes a weekly guide for how often lawn should be watered, based on weather conditions that week. Riverton residents are encouraged to follow the lawn watering guide on a weekly basis.

conservewater.utah.gov/ weekly-lawn-watering-guide

Since mobile phone numbers are not automatically added to the “reverse 911” register you must add your phone number by visiting the website listed to the left.

Riverton Public Safety Night

Wednesday, August 2, 6-8 p.m. | Riverton City Park

Bring the family and come learn more about the Riverton Police Department and Unified Fire Authority. There will be activities, demonstrations, and lots of fun! Free and open to all.

• FOOD TRUCKS • CONCERTS

VENDORS • MOVIES

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Friday Fun Nights in Riverton are a blast! With several events all happening at beautiful Riverton City Park, bring the family for a casual night out. Food trucks, summer market and vendors from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and the outdoor movie begins at dusk. There are also three playgrounds and a splash pad at the park.

2023 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP

August 4th

• 6 p.m. Sam and Josh Duke

• 7 p.m. Goodnight Richard

August 11

• 6 p.m. Copper Kettle Band

• 7 p.m. The Truman Brothers

August 18

• 5:30 p.m. Voices Elevated feat. Alex Elggren

• 7 p.m. Yesterday’s Heroes

August 25

• 5:30 p.m. Bluegrass Thunder

• 7 p.m. Steven Bosco

Public Safety Night Register: Flag Football

Registration for Flag Football ends on August 1. Children in 1st-6th Grade are eligible to participate. Register online rivertonutah.gov/recreation

• League Begins Tuesday, September 6

2022-2023 Utah PTA Reflections Exhibit

Riverton Quilt Exhibition Register: Fall Classic Pickleball Tournament

The Riverton Police Department and Unified Fire Authority have a great family night with food, games and fun planned at Public Safety Night!

• Wednesday, August 2, 6-8 p.m., Riverton City Park

Come see original winning art pieces created by dozens of young Utah artists, all age 18 and younger, that were submitted at this years art competition.

• Ends August 19, Old Dome Meeting Hall

Calling all quilters! Consider entering your work in the Riverton Quilt Exhibition, a non-judged event. Find entry details rivertonutah.gov/exhibits.

• Entry Deadline: August 21

The Fall Classic Pickleball Tournament features a pool bracket, various divisions and players from all over Utah. Register at rivertonutah.gov/pickleball

• September 15-16, Riverton City Park

RIVERTON REVIEW | JULY 2023