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Bradburn Brief ..................................1

Plein Air Quick Draw Competition ........6

4th of July Events .............................1

Sandy Arts: Youth Showcase ..............6

Sandy City Fireworks .........................2

City Council Corner............................6

Sandy Justice Court...........................2

Sandy Amphitheater 2021 Season ......6

Alta Canyon Sports Center ..................3

Recycling Collection ..........................7

Healthy Utah Communities Award .......3

Sandy Public Works: 13 Quick Tips ....7

Parks & Recreation............................4

Firearm Safety...................................7

River Oaks Golf Course ......................5

Dogs and the Wasatch Front ..............8

BeReadySandy .................................5

Calendar of Events ............................8

HR Job Corner ..................................5

B RAD BUR N BRIEF Dear Sandy Resident, June is budget month at the city. The FY 2021-2022 municipal budget must be approved by the city council before June 30. In May, we presented the council with the Mayor’s proposed budget which focused on key areas like infrastructure, personnel, and capital projects. In this Bradburn Brief, you will find the current financial status of the city and further explanation of those key areas. At the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, staff projected revenues to decrease by $2.3 million due to potential mandated closures, high unemployment figures, and pessimistic economic forecasts. In spite of the challenges presented by the virus, Sandy’s local economy has remained strong. Revenue estimates in FY 2021 are currently projected to outpace original projections by $4.7 million. In FY 2022, the City remains conservative in its general revenue projections, recognizing the continued constraints of COVID-19 and potential changes to Sales Tax and Road Fund distributions due to a new population estimate in the Census. While the City projects conservative growth in its FY 2022 revenues, it recognizes that COVID-19 will continue to impact several of its key revenue streams. Transient Room Taxes, Licenses & Permits, and Court Fines are amongst several notable revenues that have been impacted over the last year due to the global pandemic. While some are expected to recover in the coming fiscal year, others may take several years to return to their pre-pandemic levels. As a result, the City will continue to closely monitor its revenue and expenses in FY 2022. The FY 2022 proposed budget will focus funds on improving infrastructure, a significant investment in capital projects, fleet replacement, and personnel needs. Maintaining our infrastructure has consistently been a high priority for the Sandy City budget. The FY 2021-2022 proposed budget includes $4.7 million towards infrastructure improvements. This is made possible by an increase of state funding of $1.8 million. Some of those improvements include the 9400 South and 700 East intersection, the 9270 I S S U E # 82

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South Trail connection and upgrades to traffic signals in the city. Revenue surpluses in FY 2021 have allowed the City to commit $4.9 million in one-time general revenues to capital projects, including a $2.5 million appropriation to replace Alta Canyon Sports Center. The City is also committing $7.5 million in restricted revenues for various parks, roads, trails, and building improvements as well as $9.2 million for water, storm water, and street lighting projects. The FY 2022 Budget returns the City’s Fleet Replacement funding to pre-pandemic levels. This year the City has also allocated an additional $325,000 to address needed fleet replacements. The City continues to try and balance the costs associated with fleet vehicle replacement with those required for the ongoing maintenance of its older vehicles. Ideally, the City strives to replace vehicles when their re-sale value outweighs the anticipated future maintenance costs it would take to keep the vehicle operational. The demand for experienced public employees continues to be highly competitive in the Salt Lake Valley, particularly amongst frontline workers. To ensure that Sandy continues to maintain a highly qualified employee workforce, the FY 2022 budget includes a $2.4 million compensation plan. If you would like to advocate for the inclusion of other priorities, please attend council meetings on Tuesday night and let us know where you think the budget should be improved. You can read the entire proposed budget at sandy.utah.gov. Don’t forget you can always get more information by going to the City websites sandy.utah.gov and SandyNow.com and by accessing Sandy City’s social media channels Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@SandyCityUtah) and YouTube (/ SandyCityUT) for daily updated information. You can also send me a direct email at mayor@sandy.utah.gov.

4th of July Events: Saturday, July 3 • 6:50 a.m. Flag Ceremony, Sandy Promenade • 7 a.m. 4th of July 5k, Sandy Promenade • 10 a.m. Spikeball tournament, Sandy Promenade • 12 p.m. Scavenger Hunt, throughout Sandy City (follow @SandyCityUtah on Instagram for clues) • 4 p.m. Scavenger Hunt, throughout Sandy City (follow @SandyCityUtah on Instagram for clues) • 12–8 p.m. Food trucks at Sandy Amphitheater Park

For details and locations, visit: sandy.utah.gov/communityevents

Sincerely, Mayor Kurt Bradburn P A G E

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resolution cannot be found, the facilitator assists those parties in preparing for trial. Additionally, with ODR, parties will now have full access to view their case and the documents in an online portal and no longer need to be at the court or online at a specific time, allowing flexibility to parties to work around other commitments. As ODR continues to expand in the future, the online options will include initial filing paperwork, help with online trial, and post-judgment actions. Even though Sandy City and the State of Utah have some of the highest access to the internet in the country, if a party is unable to participate in the online platform, the old processes and procedures will still be in place for those who qualify. The mission of the Sandy Justice Court is to provide Sandy City’s community with an open, impartial, efficient, and independent system for the advancement of justice under the law. The Sandy Justice Court is excited that ODR will help bring us closer to realizing this goal for all those who are involved in Small Claims cases.

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Have a safe summer!

For areas outside of Sandy, go to the following website: (https://unifiedfire.org/prevention/ fireworks/) to check for firework restrictions.

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NOW HIRING SUMMER POSITIONS AT ALTA CANYON SPORT CENTER

Custodians, Lifeguards, Tennis Instructors, and Camp Counselors. Must be able to work in a team environment, under pressure, and with the public. For full job descriptions, visit: sandy.utah.gov/1303/Current-Openings Must submit applications online through Citizen Access Portal at: cap.sandy.utah.gov:8780/citizenaccess/

O.U.T.

There’s nothing quite like exercising outside: fresh air, sunshine, and green grass. Outdoor Ultimate Training (O.U.T.) Boot Camp is a group physical training program conducted by our personal trainer, Tess. This program is designed to build strength fitness through a variety of exercises. O.U.T. often includes stretching, interval training, lifting weights, and various other explosive routines. This class helps to decrease body fat, increase cardiovascular efficiency, increase strength, and you get into a routine of regular exercise. For more information visit altacanyonsportscenter.com Or sign up online at altacanyonsportscenter.activityreg.com Member: $50 | Non-Member: $60

AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

All swim lessons are taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors. Lessons are offered on weekdays (Monday–Thursday for two weeks unless otherwise noted). Instructors teach students through a variety of games, activities, and using swim props. Students can progress through levels by passing the exit skills required at each level. Students receive achievement cards at the end of each session. Session Dates Registration Starts (7 p.m.) Session 1* June 1–10 May 27 Session 2 June 14–24 June 10 Session 3** June 28–July 9 June 24 Session 4 July 12–22 July 8 Session 5 July 26–Aug. 5 July 22 * Due to Memorial Day, week 1 will be Tuesday–Friday; week 2 will be Monday–Thursday. ** Due to July 4, week 1 will be Monday–Thursday; week 2 will be Tuesday–Friday. For more information and pricing for classes, visit sandy.utah.gov/511/Swim-Lessons Register online at altacanyonsportscenter.activityreg.com. 2021 SWIM LESSONS SUBJECT TO CURRENT COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS.

KINDER CAMP (AGES 3–5)

The perfect camp for little ones! Each two-week session includes activities, games, arts & crafts, and a 30-minute swim lesson. Themes like pirates, reptiles, superheroes, and mad science will keep children engaged throughout the summer. Days: Monday–Thursday (for two weeks, unless otherwise noted) Time: 9:15–11:40 a.m. Member: $140 | Non-Member: $165 Space is limited. Reserve your spot(s) today at: altacanyonsportscenter.activityreg.com.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL (K-5TH GRADE)

We provide transportation to and from school. We also provide all-day care for children when off of school. Children enjoy games, arts & crafts, field trips, homework time, snacks, and many fun activities throughout the school year. Schools: Brookwood, Granite, Park Lane, Quail Hollow, Silver Mesa, & Willow Canyon. Pre-registration is required and is available over the phone or in-person only. Registration fee is $60 per child per school year. For more information visit: sandy.utah.gov/536/Year-Round-Programs

KARATE:

We are proud to have the IMA Family at Alta Canyon. Dedicated to teaching Shotokan Karate, a traditional Japanese Martial Art, IMA is a family-oriented dojo offering classes to children and adults of all abilities and levels. IMA Utah is a familyowned dojo that is run by Shihan Marius and his two sons, Nicolae and Elijah. Friday night class at Alta Canyon Sports Center from 5–6 p.m. Got Karate? If not, sign up today! imautah.com

9565 S. Highland Drive, Sandy, Utah 84092 To register for classes/events: altacanyonsportscenter.com

Healthy Utah Communities Award Sandy City was honored as one of eleven cities in Utah with the 2021 Healthy Utah Community designation by Get Healthy Utah and the Utah League of Cities and Towns on April 22, 2021 at the Utah League of Cities and Towns Conference. To qualify for the Healthy Utah Community designation program, Sandy City established a Healthy Sandy Plan and implemented several strategies within our community to promote health, some of which include: • Providing education, awareness, and training to community members around mental health • Promoting the use of the SafeUT app in schools and other community centers • Medication disposal programs and services • Public access to a community education garden • Free and/or low-cost community sports/fitness programs for children and adults • An active transportation plan with connected walking and biking trails ISSUE #82

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• City ordinance that requires new subdivisions to provide sidewalks and lights • Partnerships with school district and local health department to promote healthy living activities • Website designed to assist in accessing healthy foods, physical, activity, and mental health resources The Healthy Sandy Partnership has played a major role in pushing health initiatives out to residents for more than 30 years. The mission of Healthy Sandy is to create a brand and marketing umbrella for independent entities that serve the community to promote and ultimately elevate good health, safety, and wellness to those who live, work, and play in Sandy. Through data analysis and resident and affiliate input, community needs are addressed through coordination across the affiliation. More information about the Healthy Utah Community designation can be found at: GetHealthyUtah.org/HealthyUtahCommunity P A G E

SPIKEBALL TOURNAMENT

Spikeball is fun for any age or fitness level! This sport combines the teamwork of volleyball, the hand-eye coordination of four square, and the physicality of a cardio workout. The two-on-two game is played with a small rubber ball and an elastic net stretched tight over a plastic rim. Come test your skills at the annual Sandy 4th of July Spikeball Tournament. Day: Saturday, July 3 Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Location: City Promenade, 10000 S. Centennial Parkway Divisions: Recreational & Competitive Ages: 12+ Early Registration: $30 per team of two Sandy Residents $40 per team of two Non-Sandy Residents (Use code SANDY10 to receive $10 off registration. Code expires on June 18.) Late Registration: June 19–30, $40 per team. No discount available! Register: Must register together

PARK S & RE C R EAT I O N JUNE HAPPENINGS (Visit our website for costs and more details) • Splash Pad at Amphitheater Park opened May 29 (weather permitting) • National Trails Day: Come and volunteer to do some clean-up and maintenance work on Saturday, June 5 from 8:30 a.m.–12 noon. The designated trail is Bell Canyon trail on the Boulder trail head side, 10245 Wasatch Blvd. • Spock’s Skate Camp: Learn the fundamentals of skateboarding. This four-day camp is only $75 and for kids 6–14 years old, on Fridays, June 4, 11, 18, 25. Visit spocksskatecamp.com for more information. • Summer Parks Program: Fun-filled activities will include arts & crafts, games, and storytelling. For ages 5–9. Program begins June 7. Locations fill fast, so register early. • Ladies Course Program: This 4-class program covers rules, etiquette, and equipment. Tuesdays, June 1–22 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Call River Oaks Golf Course to reserve your spot, (801) 568-4653. • “I Can Tri” Sprint Triathlon: Saturday, June 12. Registration deadline: June 11. altacanyonsportscenter.com. • Barry Hecker Basketball Camp: This Camp for grades 3–8 girls and boys, is in its 25th year. The ability to teach the basic fundamentals of footwork, passing, dribbling, and shooting, has made the camp a success. May 31–June 3, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Albion Middle School, 2755 E. Newcastle Drive (8890 S.) • Junior Golf Program: Taught by PGA Professionals Todd Tanner and Stacey Jones. Program includes short game practice, range balls, in-depth instruction, video analysis, and on course play time. For ages 3–18. Programs begin June 1. Visit inmotionjuniorgolf.com for more information. • Family Night at the Skate Park: Great fun for the whole family. Family Night is a great opportunity for families to enjoy the skate park. Theme Nights are Monday, June 14 with Helmet Night (Sandy Fire Department) and June 28 with Bike Safety (Sandy Police Department). Time: 6–8 p.m. at Lone Peak Park, 10140 S. 700 E. These events are FREE to the public. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. • FREE Movie in the Park: Bring your family and friends and enjoy an outdoor movie on June 11 “UP”, June 18 “Avengers Endgame”, June 25 “Secret Life of Pets 2”, at Flat Iron Mesa Park, 1700 E. 8600 S. Movie starts at Dusk. • Swimming Lessons: Our trained instructors can help you become a better swimmer. Register online at altacanyonsportscenter.activityreg.com

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BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP

Camps are designed and geared for boys and girls of varying ages and abilities, with emphasis on the execution of fundamentals: dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, footwork; along with offensive, defensive, and team strategies. Kids may be divided by age and ability. The camp is structured to allow kids to implement new skills and most importantly, to have fun. Camp size: 30 maximum. Location: Sandy City Recreation Gym, 440 E. 8680 S. Grades: 3–6 Cost: $40 Boys Session: July 13–15 Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Coed Session: July 13–15 Time: 1–4 p.m. Register at: sandy.utah.gov/registration

THE SANDY– 4TH OF JULY 5K

Saturday, July 3 Location: South of City Hall on Centennial Blvd. (10200 S.) Race Time Cost April 1–June 30 Cost (July 1–3) 5K 7 a.m. $25/individual $30/individual $20/family member* $25/family member* Online Registration Deadline: July 1 at 7 a.m. *Immediate family with three or more members in the same household.

2021 YOUTH FALL SPORT REGISTRATION Sport/Programs Soccer Girls Softball (Fast Pitch) Boys Baseball T–Ball/Coach Pitch Flag Football Jr. Jazz Basketball Indoor Soccer (Futsal)

Age / Grade Grades Pre-K–12* 7–12** 7–11** 4–7* Grades 1–4 Grades 1–8 Grades 9–12 Kindergarten* Grade Pre-K–2*

Registration Begins June 1 June 1 June 1 June 1 June 1 Sept. 7 Sept. 7 Sept. 7 Nov. 1

Registration Deadline July 28 Aug. 4 Aug.18 Aug.18 Aug.18 Oct. 20 Nov. 17 Nov. 17 Dec. 9

*Must be 4 by September 1, 2021 **Must be 7 by January 1, 2021

I N P E R S O N R E G I S T R AT I O N : Sandy Parks & Recreation - 440 E. 8680 S. Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (801) 568-2900

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sandy.utah.gov/registration (available for most sports & programs)

River Oaks Golf Course

LADIES GOLF PROGRAM

9300 South Riverside Drive, Sandy, Utah (801) 568-4653 www.sandy.utah.gov/riveroaks GOLF TOURNAMENT Schedule your Golf Tournament at River Oaks. We host the best tournaments in the Valley. Great for your Company Party, Family Reunion, Fundraisers, or just a get-together for family and friends. Call (801) 568-4653 for prices and more information.

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This 4-class program will cover rules, etiquette, equipment, and all the shots necessary to play and enjoy the game of golf. 6:1 teacher/student ratio makes this program an affordable and effective way to learn golf. Registration is limited, so sign up early. Equipment provided. Sessions: Tuesday June 1–22 4:30–5:30 p.m. Thursdays June 3–24 6–7 a.m. Wednesdays July 7–28 12–1 p.m. Tuesday Aug. 3–24 8:30–9:30 p.m. Cost: $120/session of 4 lessons Location: River Oaks Golf Course Register: River Oaks Pro Shop: (801) 568-4653

NORTH RANGE TEACHING ACADEMY

River Oaks would like to invite you to come down to our North Driving Range for a custom club fitting session. We have demo and fitting clubs from every manufacturer, including Ping, Titleist, TaylorMade, Mizuno, Cobra and more. Our club fitting and teaching professional Ryan Holt will analyze your golf swing and—using the latest technology—custom fit you for a set of golf clubs. Club fitting sessions take about 30–45 minutes and are free if you purchase the golf clubs from River Oaks.

GOLF MERCHANDISE River Oaks Golf Course also has the best selection and prices of golf merchandise in the state of Utah. Shirts, shoes, hats, accessories, and more are all available in our Pro Shop. Come to the Pro Shop and see for yourself our huge selection of golf products. Many items are as much as 50% off and we will match or beat any of our competitors’ prices. Come down and play golf, eat lunch, and browse our Pro Shop. We look forward to seeing you!

INMOTION JUNIOR GOLF Programs are taught by PGA Professionals Todd Tanner and Stacey Jones. We welcome students beginners–advanced. Options include summer programs, summer camps, and private lessons. 9- and 10-week programs run Monday– Thursday. Days depend on ability level. Sessions: June 1–Aug. 12 Ages: 3–18 Cost: $60–$500 Register: inmotionjuniorgolf.com

GOLF SUMMER CAMPS: AGES 6–12 Half-day camps are held Monday–Thursday from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. We welcome levels ranging from beginner–advanced. Players will be divided based on their age and skill level. The camp includes in-depth instruction, video analysis, rules and etiquette, on course playing time, fun games/contests, and learning videos. Camp Dates: June 7–10, June 14–17, June 21–24, June 28–July 1, July 5–8, July 12–15, July 19–22, July 26–29, Aug. 2–5 Cost: $210 Location: River Oaks Golf Course Register: inmotionjuniorgolf.com For more information, call Inmotion Junior Golf at (801) 980-0162..

BeReadySandy Volunteer programs around the country took a significant hit during the now waning COVID-19 pandemic, and Sandy City was no exception. With restrictions on gatherings, meetings, and general volunteer opportunities, this pandemic has given Sandy City an opportunity to revamp and reorganize our Emergency Management Volunteer Program. For those of you who remember and have previously participated in Citizen Corps, this program was created and funded by FEMA after 9/11. The goal of Citizen Corps was to harness the power of every individual through education, training, and volunteer service to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues, and disasters of all kinds. In the past couple of years, though Citizen Corps remains a widely known name and brand, federal, state, and local officials have transitioned to the “BeReady” model. Websites and resources were rebranded to ready.gov and bereadyutah.gov. In line with this direction, Sandy City will be adopting the “BeReady” model and transitioning Citizen Corps into BeReadySandy. As we move forward with this program, please keep an eye on the Sandy City Emergency Management website, as well as the new and innovative platforms we have created to engage with citizens. You can register for emergency alerts and notifications through sandy.utah.gov/citizenconnect, communicate with the city via the CityServe app, and soon we will have new opportunities to volunteer and register through CivicPlus. Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout the past year, and we look forward to working with community Emergency Preparedness Leaders (EPL’s), Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members, Sandy’s Amateur Radio Club (SARC) members, business leaders, and those of you who are interested in becoming a part of BeReadySandy! I S S U E # 82

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HR JOB CORNER Benefited Positions • Utility Billing Clerk • Street Maintenance Worker I • Water Education & Public Engagement Coordinator

Part-Time, Non-Beneﬁtted/ Seasonal Positions • Crossing Guard • Youth Camp Counselors • Parks Maintenance Workers • Various Alta Canyon Positions

APPLY AT: www.sandy.utah.gov/jobs

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Sandy City Journal

Sandy City Makes the Sustainable Switch to Every-Other-Week Recycling Collection Less is indeed more in the case of Sandy City’s successful recycling program. The switch to every other week recycling goes into effect July 1 for all Waste Management (WM) residential customers in the city. With trucks spending less time operating on neighborhood streets there will be less fuel consumed, less CO2 emissions, and less noise in the community. What is not expected to lessen, however, are the volumes of recyclables citizens of Sandy City successfully divert from landfills and WM collects for processing and reuse. In fact, both city leaders and WM would be pleased to see more households regularly recycling and more clean recyclables put into carts. At the request of the city, WM conducted a recycling audit last year. Although curbside recycling carts are designed to hold up to 48 pounds of material, the WM audit revealed that on average, Sandy City residents were placing only about 14 pounds of recyclables in the carts they wheeled to the curb every week. “We expect a small number of residents will need more recycling cart space while the vast majority of our avid recyclers will find one cart, used efficiently, will be enough to hold two weeks’ worth of their recyclables,” said Mike Gladbach, director of Public Works for Sandy City. “We ask everyone to please self-monitor your household’s recycling habits and volumes for the full month of July before deciding if you need more cart space. Be sure everyone in the house is following current recycling guidelines and efficiently using cart space.”

CART OPTIONS

Come the end of July, households that find they need extra recycling cart space can request a bigger cart at no additional cost or a second cart for an added $2.45 monthly fee. All cart requests should be directed to the Sandy City Public Works Department at (801) 568-2999. To accommodate the need for more cart space, WM has ordered a limited number of recycling carts from the manufacturer. These carts are expected to be locally available for WM to start delivering in August.

RECYCLING TIPS

Recycle only clean accepted materials including cardboard, newspapers, magazines, junk mail, metal food and beverage cans, and plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs. To review Sandy City’s recycling guidelines, visit sandy.utah.gov/recycling. Do your part and recycle smart. Make the extra effort ensure more materials fit into your curbside cart. Here are a few smart recycling tips: • Break down and flatten cardboard boxes, including shipping boxes and food boxes. • Empty and crush metal food and beverage cans. • Squeeze the air out of empty plastic beverage bottles then screw the cap back on. • Put recyclables loosely into carts; never bag-up recyclables. • Be sure WM cart lids are fully closed. Overflowing and over-filled carts can cause materials to fall out during servicing, which is a safety hazard and causes unsightly messes in neighborhoods and on roadways.

13 Quick Tips from Sandy Public Works 1. For the safety of pedestrians and motorists, if the trees or vegetation at your house have branches that hang over the sidewalk or street, they need to be trimmed to a height of 14 ft. above the curb and 8 ft. above the sidewalk. 2. If you have a large project at your home and you need to dispose of materials, reserve a dumpster on the Public Works webpage and you can have it delivered to your home for up to 72 hours. 3. If you see a problem on the roadway such as a pothole or road debris, please contact Public Works at (801) 568-2999 or use your CityServe App so we can quickly resolve the issue. 4. If either your waste or recycling container is damaged or has a broken wheel, it can be repaired or replaced free of charge. Contact Public Works at (801) 568-2999 to report the problem. 5. If you would like an additional waste or recycle container at your residence, contact Sandy City Utility Billing at (801) 568-7110 to order it. 6. Approximately 25% of the items placed in curbside recycling containers are non-recyclable. If you have questions and you want to see what is acceptable, visit sandy.utah.gov/recycling. 7. Plastic bags and clear wrap are unaccepted items for the curbside recycling container since they can damage automated recycling equipment. Return the bags to your local retail store. 8. Recyclables placed in your curbside container should be empty and clean. 9. Do not bag your recyclable items before you place them in your curbside container. 10. Shredded paper is not an accepted item in your curbside recycling container. 11. Do you have a hard to recycle item? Visit slco.org/recycle/hard-to-recycle-items/ or earth911.com/ 12. For bulk waste collection, place your waste curbside no sooner than the weekend before your collection date. Do not put waste against a fence, tree, or utility box. 13. The following items are not accepted in the curbside bulk waste collection: rocks, concrete, gravel, dirt, sod, construction debris such as shingles, glass, sheetrock, or items considered hazardous.

Firearm Safety HOME SAFETY

Firearm safety should be a priority, especially in the home. Ensuring your firearms are safe and secure in the home reduces risk of injury and theft. Here are some tips to safely store your firearms in the home: • Never leave firearms unattended • Utilize safes, lock boxes ,and/or trigger and cable locks • Keep keys in a safe place, away from children • Secure ammunition separately from firearms • Teach children in your home about gun safety

VEHICLES AND FIREARMS

In the State of Utah, well over 224 firearms were reported stolen from vehicles in 2020. It only takes seconds to burglarize a vehicle, leaving a gun in the hands of a criminal. Never leave a firearm unattended in a vehicle, even for a moment!

CHILDREN AND GUN SAFETY

It is important to teach children about gun safety, whether or not you have firearms in the home. Teach children to do the following if they see a gun: • Stop • Don’t Touch • Leave the Area • Tell an Adult

BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES

• Treat all guns as if they are always loaded • Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire the gun • Know your target, your backstop, and be aware of other safety hazards

Do your part in keeping sandy city safe by being a responsible gun owner! I S S U E # 82

JUNE – JULY 2021

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Dogs and the Wasatch Front Watershed

DOGS ALLOWED

DOGS NOT

Dimple Dell

Corner Canyon

WHAT IS A PROTECTED WATERSHED AREA?

Mt. Olympus Trail

Bear Canyon

East Canyon

City Creek

Ferguson Canyon Trail

Parleys, Dell, an

Jordan River Parkway

Big Cottonwoo

Most trails in the Park City Area

Little Cottonwo

Round Valley

Rocky Mouth T

Emigration Canyon

Boulders Trailh

City Creek Canyon (below the H2O treatment plant)

City Creek Cany

Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Hidden Valley T

American Fork Canyon

Granite Trailhe

Porter Rockwell Trail (Sandy Rail Trail)

Bell Canyon

Millcreek Canyon

Big & Little Wil

A protected watershed is where we source our drinking water and it has special protections to ensure the water stays clean, including the exclusion of dogs and other domestic animals. For Sandy residents, the snow and rain from these canyons along the Wasatch Front supply about 60 percent of our drinking water. This water is precious, therefore, every square inch of these canyons, from ridgetop to ridge-top, is protected. Our activities and actions in protected watersheds impact the quality of our drinking water. Dogs and other domestic animals are strictly prohibited from entering protected watershed areas. All watershed violations within our protected watershed canyons are Class B Misdemeanors and are punishable by fines and/or imprisonment.

WHY CAN’T I BRING MY DOG INTO A PROTECTED WATERSHED AREA?

DOGS ALLOWED

DOGS NOT ALLOWED

The five protected watershed canyons of the Wasatch Front (Bell Canyon, City Creek, Parleys, Big Cottonwood, and Little Cottonwood Canyons) receive millions of visitors annually. Dogs and other domestic animals can transmit human disease when their wastes get into canyon waters and these illnesses can be deadly to humans and wild animals. The cleaner our water is at its source, the easier and less costly the treatment.

Dimple Dell

Corner Canyon/Protection Zone

Mt. Olympus Trail

Bear Canyon

East Canyon

City Creek

Ferguson Canyon Trail

Parleys, Dell, and Lambs Canyons

Jordan River Parkway

Big Cottonwood Canyon

Most trails in the Park City Area

Little Cottonwood Canyon

WILD PLACES TO TAKE YOUR DOG OUTSIDE OF PROTECTED WATERSHED AREAS

Round Valley

Rocky Mouth Trailhead

Emigration Canyon

Boulders Trailhead

City Creek Canyon (below the H2O treatment plant)

City Creek Canyon (above the plant)

Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Hidden Valley Trailhead

American Fork Canyon

Granite Trailhead

Porter Rockwell Trail (Sandy Rail Trail)

Bell Canyon

Millcreek Canyon

Big & Little Willow

It can be frustrating the leave your dog behind when you visit our beautiful watersheds, but there are plenty of places to recreate with your four-legged friend(s). As always, please clean up after your dog to keep the trails safe and beautiful for everyone. Please don’t leave any poo bags behind. Remember, if your dog packed it in and pooped it out, it is your responsibility to pack it out.

CAL END AR OF E V E N T S | J U N E – JUL Y 2 0 21 JUN–SEP

Sandy Amphitheater Concert Series

Sandy Amphitheater

sandyamp.com

JUN 2

Yoga in the Park

JUN 2

First Aid, CPR, and AED Class

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Station 31: 9010 S. 150 E.

sandy.utah.gov/fire

JUN 7-25

Youth Showcase

The Theater at Mount Jordan

sandyarts.com

JUN 9

Yoga in the Park

JUN 11

Movies in the Park - UP

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

Sunset

Flat Iron Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

JUN 12 JUN 16

Plein Air

8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Sandy Amphitheater

sandyarts.com

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUN 16

First Aid, CPR, and AED Class

6–10 p.m.

Station 31: 9010 S. 150 E.

sandy.utah.gov/fire

JUN 18

Movies in the Park - Avengers Endgame

Sunset

Flat Iron Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

JUN 22

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUN 25

Movies in the Park - Secret Life of Pets 2

Sunset

Flat Iron Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

JUN 30

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUL 7

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUL 8

Babysitting Academy

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Station 31: 9010 S. 150 E.

https://www.sandy.utah.gov/fire

JUL 9

Movies in the Park

Sunset

Lone Peak Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

JUL 14

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUL 16

Movies in the Park

Sunset

Lone Peak Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

JUL 21

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUL 28

Yoga in the Park

8–9 p.m.

Check website for location

sandy.utah.gov/summeryoga

JUL 29

Babysitting Academy

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Station 31: 9010 S. 150 E.

https://www.sandy.utah.gov/fire

JUL 30

Movies in the Park

Sunset

Flat Iron Park

http://sandy.utah.gov/MoviesInThePark

All events subject to change due to COVID-19. Go to sandy.utah.gov for more events. 8

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