Taylorsville City Newsletter | December 2022

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

I am continuously inspired by the generous, giving nature of our community. Whenever there is a request to help fill a need, I can always count on the individuals, businesses and organizations in our community to come through. I have seen it over and over again and am always touched by this kindness and sel essness.

As a city, we wanted to make giving our focus each December so we began a Holiday Giving drive several years ago and have been blown away by the contributions of so many. Over the years, we have solicited donations to various groups and organizations, including the Taylorsville Food Pantry, Taylorsville Senior Center and Golden Living Center. Last year, the Youth Council collected donations for the homeless. In addition to warm clothing and other items, they received a $5,000 donation from The Crossroads of Taylorsville (plus a matching grant from another donor) to the Rescue Mission of Salt Lake.

This year, through our Holiday Giving drive, we are seeking donations to the Warrior Wellness Center at Taylorsville High. The center is located within the school and provides a resource where students can go to receive clothing, shoes, school supplies and toiletries. The center was highlighted in September by KSL News, which noted that in the rst 10 days of the school year, it was visited by 105 students.

At the center, students know “they are loved, they are cared about and they are safe,” said Principal Emme Liddell.

The center’s community contact Pamela Andersen notes that of the 3,000 students at the high school, it is helping about 100 kids a week. This season the center is in particular need of:

Food including granola bars, yogurt bars, nut packs; cup-a-soups or cups of mac and cheese (that require just adding water); fruit chews, fruit packs/cups; crackers and graham crackers, and Ramen noodles. School supplies including mechanical pencils and re lls, and backpacks in dark colors. Winter needs including gloves (bigger sizes, dark colors), coats and jackets, and boots (bigger sizes, 11-15 for men). Toiletries including deodorants (men/women), dental oss and lip gloss.

You can drop o any of these items during business hours to the second- oor receptionist’s desk at City Hall, and we will deliver them to the Warrior Wellness Center at the end of the year.

Thank you again so much for your generosity and giving. We hope you have a wonderful, joyous holiday season!

–Mayor Kristie S. Overson

City’s First Tree Lighting Ceremony Kicks Off the Holidays

To celebrate the holidays, the city has decked out City Hall with permanent lights that are now red and green but can be changed for various events throughout the year.

The lights were also strung along the rooftop of the new outdoor stage at Centennial Plaza, as well as the concession building, and the city held its first-ever Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 28 to count down the lighting in white of the live evergreen in front of City Hall.

“It’s so much fun to see Centennial Plaza and City Hall decorated for the holidays,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “We hope the lights bring a bit of festiveness this season and even year-round.”

City o cials envision ipping on the outdoor, decorative lights on the buildings for other events in the coming months. Starry Nights events during the summer, for instance, might be lit in the city’s colors of blue and gold, and holidays in July could be celebrated in red, white and blue.

After this month’s holidays, the evergreen tree out front will be transplanted to a city park. City leaders anticipate holding a Tree Lighting Ceremony each year. In addition to music, hot chocolate and cookies, this year’s ceremony featured an art walk beforehand, where those attending could view the 14 beautiful sculptures that have been placed throughout Centennial Plaza.

Mayor Kristie S. Overson

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EVENTS DECEMBER 2022

Dec. 7 – 6:30 p.m.

City Council Meeting @ City Hall and online. Watch a livestream of the meeting on the city’s website, www.taylorsvilleut.gov

Dec. 9 – 7:30 p.m.

Taylorsville-SLCC Symphony Orchestra’s Winter Concert @ Bennion Jr. High. Free but donations welcomed. (See ad on Page 3).

Dec. 10 – 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday with Santa @ Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center. (See accompanying ad on this page)

Dec. 13 – 6:30 p.m.

Planning Commission Meeting and Work Session @ City Hall. Dec. 17 – 10 a.m.

Wreaths Across America Ceremony @ City Hall. Immediately following, wreaths will be laid at the Taylorsville Cemetery. The event is part of the Youth Council’s holiday service project. (See ad on Page 3).

Dec. 26 – all day

Christmas Day observed. City Hall is closed for the holiday.

Jan. 2 – all day

New Year’s Day observed. City Hall is closed for the holiday.

Find our calendar of events every month on the city’s website, where you can also submit your own events for possible publication. Go to www.taylorsvilleut.gov

COUNCIL CORNER

By Council Member Bob Knudsen

Favorite ‘Classics’ Lend Purposeful Perspective During the Holidays

This time of year is special as it gives opportunity to re ect upon the things we have in life, the many blessings seen every day. During this season, I consider what can be done to be an even better person in the world while moving forward through life. To aid in consideration, I turn to “classic” stories — one a “holiday classic,” the other from “Star Trek.”

The classic is Frank Capra’s motion picture, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” which largely employs many elements of “The Greatest Gift,” penned by Philip Van Doren Stern, and elements from Dickens’ “Christmas Carol” to bring life to the character of George Bailey. As Christmas approaches, Bailey and his family’s business, the Bailey Brothers Building and Loan, face a large hardship when his Uncle Billy misplaces $8,000 ($122,261 adjusted for in ation) that was to be deposited into the bank. George determines, after consultation with Mr. Potter, that he is worth more dead than alive as he has a $15,000 life insurance policy ($228,314 adjusted for in ation). Visited by his guardian angel, Clarence, George is given the gift of seeing what life in his town of Bedford Falls would have been without him. After seeing his wife, Mary, never marry, his younger brother

Secondly, I consider one of my favorite episodes of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” called “Tapestry.” Patrick Stewart’s character Jean-Luc Picard dies from failure of his arti cial heart. He is visited by a series’ regular guest, “Q,” who gives Picard a chance to go back before he lost his real heart to alter his past and thereby correct that mistake. Picard avoids the incident and retains his heart, immediately being transported to the present where he is no longer captain but a lower-level o cer, who is helping to maintain a ship. Picard asks the rst o cer about what he can do to be promoted, and he learns that he would not be promoted any time soon because he “just doesn’t take risks” and “doesn’t stand out.” Upon this realization, Picard is approached by Q, whom he pleads with to let him reverse the changes he made. Picard reasons it would be better for him to have died in the present with a “satisfying life having been behind him rather than continue living life as an average, dreary man, bereft of passion and imagination.”

The changes were reversed, and Picard recovered from the failure of the arti cial heart, living as the man he had wanted to be. At the end, Picard states, “There are many parts of my youth that I’m not proud of. … There were loose threads … untidy parts of me that I would like to remove. But when I pulled on one of those threads, it unraveled the tapestry of my life.”

These stories help me to consider what my perspective is and should be. Like Picard, there

are some parts of my youth I am not proud of, but I would like to be the person I am, willing to reach out and help others. Similar to George Bailey's story, I understand that life could have been di erent if I were not part of it. By doing small and simple things — whether it be reaching out to a neighbor in need or shoveling an extra bit of sidewalk — much can be done to brighten the world. Let’s stand out, take risks, be kind to those in need and share what we have to make life that much better.

LEFT TO RIGHT: Bob Knudsen (District 5), Curt Cochran (District 2), Anna Barbieri, Chair (District 3), Meredith Harker, Vice Chair (District 4) and Ernest Burgess (District 1)

The Fallen Those Who Serve

Chief, City Leaders Talk about Good Citizenry with Students

TVPD EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

They talked about helping neighbors, staying away from drugs and alcohol, following laws and reminding their parents to follow the law, as well. Students also learned that kids can make a big di erence in their community.

“We always enjoy meeting with the children and students in our community,” said Chief Cottam. “Absolutely, they are our future, and we are so grateful for their positive perspectives and desire to contribute and help others.”

Congratulations to O cer Clu , our TVPD Employee of the Month. O cer Clu has served in law enforcement and corrections for more than seven years. He has worked for the Utah Department of Corrections, West Valley City Police Department and Taylorsville Police Department.

He has experience working as part of a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, is a certi ed police training instructor and serves part-time with our TVPD public order unit dedicated to maintaining peace during large-scale public events.

Offcer Cluff’s main responsibility with TVPD is working as a patrol o cer. He responds to any type of police call for service that you can imagine.

Sgt. Neal nominated O cer Clu as Employee of the Month for his “rapid and decisive actions” in responding to a serious crime in progress where two people had been attacked. O cer Clu provided crucial rst aid to one of the victims in need.

Both victims were expected to recover from their injuries. Sgt. Neal noted that Officer Cluff maintained focus and composure during a very chaotic time. The combined response of all o cers made it possible to arrest the victims’ attacker.

Sgt. Neal told TVPD administrators that a week later, O cer Clu handled a report of a serious domestic violence aggravated assault. The suspect had left prior to police arriving. O cer Clu spoke in length with the victim about what had happened. He worked with the victim on a safety plan and then went to work to locate the suspect. He “followed through with tenacity” and was ultimately able to locate and arrest the suspect.

Sgt. Neal described O cer Clu as an o cer he could nominate every month as our Employee of the Month. He described him as one who “consistently commits to conducting thorough investigations, makes fair decisions and is always willing to help others.” He is a “valuable asset to TVPD and his patrol shift,” Sgt. Neal added.

In his free time, Officer Cluff enjoys fly fishing, mountain biking and camping. Thank you, O cer Clu , for your dedicated service and for being a part of Team Taylorsville!

FOP Auxiliary, Parks and Rec Committee Bring Halloween to City Hall

The Taylorsville Fraternal Order of Police cooked up hot dogs and passed out tons of candy in co-sponsoring a Halloween event that drew dozens of little ghosts and goblins to City Hall.

The Oct. 22 event was co-sponsored by TVPD’s local FOP auxiliary and the Taylorsville Parks and Recreation Committee. As a storm moved in, they scrambled to prevent cancellation of Trick-or-Treating on the Plaza, moving everything inside to City Hall.

More than 50 individuals and groups signed up to host candy booths, handing out candy and treats to all who turned out for the holiday fun. “We were sad that the weather didn’t cooperate but so appreciative of the can-do spirit of so many who pitched in to make this event possible,” said Mayor Kristie Overson.

A food drive also was held in conjunction with the event and those attending brought hundreds of “cans for candy,” which were donated to the Taylorsville Food Pantry.

Mayor Kristie Overson and Chief Brady Cottam visited Calvin Smith Elementary thirdgraders this past month to talk about their roles and responsibilities in the city. Joining them, too, was City Council Member Meredith Harker, who is a teacher at the school.

Taylorsville

Several new businesses opened their doors in Taylorsville this year. Among them are:

Sierra — Go-to retailer Sierra celebrated its grand opening in Taylorsville with local DJs, fun games and giveaways for shoppers, as well as a Ribbon Cutting event with city o cials and ChamberWest.

The store is located at 5786 S. Redwood Road in The Crossroads of Taylorsville shopping center (next to HomeGoods). Sierra is an o -price retailer where shoppers can nd apparel, footwear, recreational gear and home décor, as well as seasonal o erings including winter essentials, snow-sport apparel and holiday gifts. With its arrival in Taylorsville, Sierra made a $10,000 donation to The Road Home to help the homeless.

“We are thrilled to o cially join the Taylorsville community and have everyone see what the Sierra shopping experience is all about,” said Gennifer Hobbs, vice president and Sierra marketing director.

In welcoming the store to the city, Mayor Kristie Overson recognized the retailer as a champion of families. “Thank you for your support of our community and your contributions,” she said. “Sierra provides the perfect addition to Taylorsville.”

The store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visit sierra.com for more information.

HomeGoods — Sierra’s sister store, HomeGoods, also opened next door. From furniture and lighting to seasonal décor, pillows and rugs, dining and kitchenware, Home-

Goods has it all at its new Taylorsville location, 5786 S. Redwood Road.

“We are so happy to have you here in Taylorsville,” said Mayor Overson, who welcomed Store Manager Edika Stewart and her employees. “Your store is bright and modern, and your merchandise is amazing.”

Mayor Overson also joked that she was giving Stewart “the keys to the store,” hand-delivering HomeGoods’ business license from the city. Whether it’s new bedding, an accent rug or that perfect decorative object, HomeGoods personnel said they know you will nd something fun and special at a great price every time you visit.

HomeGoods in Taylorsville is open Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, visit homegoods.com.

Los Tapatios — This new restaurant was created by two brothers who immigrated from the western Mexican state of Jalisco, with a simple idea in mind: To bring avorful, rich, authentic birria to their family, friends and community.

Located at 3269 W. 5400 South, Los Tapatios celebrated their fall opening with a Ribbon Cutting event, also attended by city o cials and representatives from ChamberWest.

“Your food is absolutely delicious,” said Mayor Overson, “and your restaurant is nicely decorated and inviting. We are impressed with your family and sta and how friendly

See what’s new at Carriage Square! We’ll be highlighting Carriage Square businesses over the next several months in advance of coming renovations to the shopping center. Be sure to stop by this fun section of Taylorsville.

Sailor’s Boil is home to some of the best Cajun seafood in the West. The restaurant in Carriage Square o ers a variety of delicious dishes, including seafood baskets, soups, salads and sandwiches.

Breathe in the Louisiana aroma and delight your taste buds. The moment you walk into the restaurant you’ll feel like you've traveled onto a sailor’s ship, with the whole establishment decorated with sea life, shells and sailing nets.

Sailor’s Boil rst opened in May 2000 and has been a staple of Carriage Square. Because of the authentic Cajun seafood they o er, a mix of people come in to enjoy their food. Their clientele includes a large base of residents from local Polynesian and Vietnamese communities.

Not only does Sailor’s Boil serve authentic and tasty food but the restaurant also o ers a karaoke room to book in advance for parties of up to 30 or 40 people for graduations, o ce parties or birthday get-togethers.

If you’re looking to try out Sailor’s Boil, the sta highly recommend ordering The Sailor’s Feast, Seafood Gumbo or any of their seasoned boiled seafood on the menu.

You can order online for pick-up or call 801-999-4081, or have their food delivered through Grubhub. They are located at 4121 S. Carriage Square in Taylorsville.

NEW BUSINESSES

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 and e cient they are. I can’t wait to come back for lunch again.”

Los Tapatios’ specialty is their authentic Birria originating from Guadalajara. It's a beef stew with a mix of avorful spices used as a signature meat in all their dishes — from crispy tacos with cheese to ramen birria and their brunch item called chilaquiles, which is served all day. The meat is marinated for 24 hours and then cooked for ve to six hours to get the tender texture and the avorful broth.

The restaurant is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information and menu items, visit their website lostapatiostacogrill.com

Dutch Bros — You can now enjoy a mocha, latte or americano, soda or lemonade, energy drink, frosts and freezes at a second Dutch Bros in Taylorsville. The company’s newest location is located at 1517 W. 5400 South.

Taylorsville City officials and representatives from ChamberWest were on hand for the Dutch Bros fall Ribbon Cutting, which was joined by the “Dutch Bros Army” representing the company’s top baristas from

across the region. Dutch Bros also has a shop at 3883 W. 5400 South in Taylorsville.

Mayor Overson welcomed the company and congratulated them on their opening. “This has been a super fun, highly energized Ribbon Cutting,” she said. “We are so glad to have you here in Taylorsville. We always love it when we can celebrate new businesses in our city.”

You can read more about Dutch Bros and check out their "secret menu" online at dutchbros.com. Dutch Bros in Taylorsville is open every day from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

PURE Infusion — PURE Infusion Suites is open at 4179 S. Riverboat Road, suite 170. The new business administers various types of infusion and injection therapies, including those for neurology, rheumatology, gastroenterology, oncology, hematology, immunology and dermatology, as well as intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatments, antibiotics and others.

Treatments are supervised by a trained medical team, who coordinates care with doctors and pharmacies and performs prior-authorizations and other services to provide treatment. Their infusion centers are equipped with reclining chairs, televisions, wireless internet and additional amenities. Each infusion suite provides a comfortable setting with complete isolation from sta and other patients.

“You have created an inviting backdrop for compassionate and specialized care, and we know that will make a real di erence to the patients you see,” noted Mayor Overson in welcoming PURE Infusion Suites the city.

The new business also has locations in Layton, Utah, and nine other states. They are open in Taylorsville from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 385-276-3945 or visit their website pureinfusionsuites.com for more information.

Quick Emissions — Located at 2724 W. 5400 South, Quick Emissions’“test-only” station does automotive safety inspections, VIN inspections and emissions testing.

“How lucky we are to have you right across the street from City Hall,” Mayor Overson noted in her welcome of Quick Emissions. “As you know, we are a business-friendly community. We love our businesses and want to support them in any way we can.”

In addition to Taylorsville, Quick Emissions has locations in Bountiful and Layton. No appointment is necessary, and they provide service on a rst-come, rst-served basis.

“Because we don’t do repairs, we don’t look for the up-sale or repair work,” said owner Erik Ho man. “We are quick and honest. With 20-plus years of experience, we can usually test your vehicle within 10 minutes, so come down today and experience the di erence.”

Quick Emissions is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to quickemissionsutah.com.

Read additional details and more about other new businesses opening in Taylorsville on the city’s website, www.taylorsvilleut.gov

Taylorsville Bennion Heritage REMEMBRANCES

The Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee would like to show you a sampling of history from our previous “Saturday with Santa” events, starting in 2007 and continuing on with the current year’s ad found on Page 2 of this section.

In past years, Santa arrived on a retruck with sirens blaring after he had visited three other places. The locations and Santas have changed over the years, but the spirit of Christmas remains.

Join us for this year’s event on Dec. 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center museum, 1488 W. 4800 South. Saturday with Santa 2022 is sponsored by the Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee, with support from the Taylorsville Parks and Recreation Committee. Enjoy children’s crafts and games, prizes for kids, tasty treats and local entertainment. We love this holiday tradition!

TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive Enjoy Lunch at the Taylorsville Senior Center

Lunch is available at the Taylorsville Senior Center for seniors ages 60 and over from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for a suggested donation of $4. You can visit the center’s website at www.slco.org/taylorsville-senior-center for menu and activities information. The Taylorsville Senior Center is located at 4743 S. Plymouth View Drive and can be contacted by phone at 801-385-3370.

Don’t Miss These Library Events

The Taylorsville Library has planned several programs during the month of December. You’ll want to mark your calendar for these events:

THE WALKING BOOK CLUB

Thursdays, Dec. 1, 8 and 15 at 10 a.m. Walk and discuss “Devotions” by Mary Oliver. The Walking Book Club is great for readers interested in a weekly walk session and book discussion. The group reads one book over the course of three weeks, discussing the book in segments. The club meets Thursdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Take a 30-minute walk along the paths behind the library and then participate in a 30-minute book discussion. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Strollers are welcome.

“DEVOTIONS” READING SCHEDULE: Dec. 1: Pages 1 to 141 Dec. 8: Pages 145 to 277 Dec. 15: Pages 281 to end

SENIOR BOOK CLUB AT THE TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER

4743 S. Plymouth View Drive Monday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. This month, the club will discuss “The Giver of Stars” by Jo Jo Moyes.

VIRTUAL ADULT LECTURE | Christmas Ghost Stories: A Victorian Tradition Monday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m. Register at: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries

Leslee Thorne-Murphy will highlight the popularity of Christmas ghost stories in Victorian England and discuss the traditions that inspired and haunted the era’s celebrations.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT: THE NUTCRACKER Tuesday, Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. Dance your way through the popular songs from Tchaikovsky's ballet, “The Nutcracker.”

NOON YEAR'S EVE DANCE PARTY! Saturday, Dec. 31, 11:30 a.m. Dance in the new year! Perfect for little ones who can't stay up until midnight.

ANNUAL COLLECTION DAY

DECEMBER UPDATES

WFWRD Board Approves 2023 Budget

WFWRD’s Board of Trustees held a public hearing on Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. to allow public comment for the Tentative 2023 Budget. After few comments from the public, the board approved the budget for 2023, which included fee increases.

The last fee increase occurred in January 2018. The 2023 increased fees will help to keep up with the rapidly rising costs with labor markets, maintenance shop rates, processing costs at the land lls and recycling facilities, and truck prices to purchase replacement trucks. Additionally, the recycling commodity markets have heavily declined throughout the last few months. However, the WFWRD board and residents want to continue weekly recycling pickups because improvements in the markets are anticipated in the spring. WFWRD is working closely with local material recovery facilities to ensure all materials are either sent to recycling processing centers or stored until the markets improve.

Here is an outline of the fee increases:

• The base fees garbage and recycling collections will increase $2.50 per month/$7.50 per quarter/$30 per year. (Total: $19.50 per month/$58.50 per quarter/$234 per year).

• Additional waste (black) cans will increase to $19.50 per month/$58.50 per quarter/$234 per year, for collections.

• Additional recycling (blue) cans will come with a $5 per month fee, representing a $2 per month increase for collections.

• Second cans: There will be a $70 per can rental fee for a new can, or $45 for a refurbished can will pay for the can plus delivery.

• Trailer rental for bulk: $190 from $175 and green: $55 from $45.

Please see the WFWRD website for details, wasatchfrontwaste.org

Subscription Green Waste Collection

Do you have leftover pumpkins or fruits and veggies from the holidays? Throw them in your green waste cans! The last pickup date for Green Waste Collection for Taylorsville will be Thursday, Dec. 8. The district reminds residents to not place the green cans out on the curb after that date. They will not be picked up nor emptied. Collections for green waste, in Taylorsville, will resume Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Sustainability Through the Holidays

As gifts and presents are exchanged this season, please remember that paper-based wrapping paper is recyclable, but plastic or Mylar wrapping and bows/ribbons are not recyclable. If you’re not sure whether your wrapping paper gets the green light for the blue recycle bin, try the scrunch test. Take your wrapping paper and scrunch it up into a ball. If the ball keeps its shape, it is likely recyclable. If it opens back up into a sheet, it is likely not. For any recycling questions or concerns, please call 385-468-6337. Happy holidays!

Winterize Your Home to Prevent Unexpected Problems

Cold and freezing weather is upon us, and your plumbing may not like it. Pipes can freeze and burst, causing some of the most expensive repairs in a home. Following are some tips to help prevent unexpected problems: Insulate Exposed Piping. If you have any exposed water or drain piping in uninsulated spaces such as in a crawlspace, attic, outside walls, etc., make sure to insulate them. Ideally, you should wrap them with electrical heating tape rst, and then insulate them. Exterior Faucets. Also, commonly known as hose bibs should be checked for leakage. Remember to disconnect your garden hoses from the outside faucets and drain the hose to prevent damage.

Long-term shutoff. If your property is going to be unoccupied for several months, consider shutting o the water supply valve inside the home. If a leak were to occur without occupancy, the damage could be expensive, even catastrophic.

Also, TBID has scheduled a public budget hearing on Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 3 p.m. at the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District o ce, 1800 W. 4700 South.

If you have any questions, please contact Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District by calling 801-968-9081 or visiting www.tbid.org. Follow TBID on Facebook and Twitter.