MAY 2020
RIVERTON REVIEW Official Newsletter of the Riverton, Utah City Government MAYOR’S MESSAGE
Reflecting on Sacrifice; Remembering Our Heroes By Mayor Trent Staggs Americans do not live in fear – it is not in our DNA. From the days of Independence, to conquering the frontier, defeating Nazism and Imperialism and to winning the Cold War, Americans don’t cower to challenges but find a way to protect and advance liberty throughout the globe. Although we believe that all men are endowed by their Creator with the rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, these rights I ask that we all honor their sacrificnonetheless require political protec- es by doing our part to remember tion. This month we have the oppor- that service, understand what that tunity to humbly service has proremember and revided for us, and flect on the heroes find opportunities who have selflessly to serve others “No matter the left the comfort of here at home. struggles we currently This can be done their homes, professions and famface, there is light at by making donailies to serve and to commuthe end of the tunnel. tions protect the freenity groups that Struggles make us doms we hold so provide for veterdear. Their patrians and seniors. stronger.” otism and service We can visit with towards their felour veterans, lislow man and their tening to their stocountry will forever ries, sharing their live on through all of us, but only if stories, ensuring that they live on. we take the time to reflect on that We can participate in Memorial Day service and the resulting liberty we services and visit the gravesites, with have so generously received. reverenced appreciation of those
RIVERTON REVIEW
| MAY 2020
We Are Doing Great - Just a Few More to Go! The 2020 U.S. Census is in full swing. Riverton is doing well at a nearly 70% completion rate but we still have a ways to go. Encourage your neighbors and friends to take the census because we all count! who gave that last full measure of devotion. And, we can continue to support and pray for the men and women currently risking their lives to protect our freedoms. This nation was created by dreamers. We dream of shelter and safety for our loved ones, financial success, opportunity, and the ability to live happy lives. More than ever before I believe we are destined to prosper. No matter the struggles we currently face, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Struggles make us stronger; they allow us to grow and appreciate the simple things in life. I ask that we all take stock of the good in our lives, as there is much to be thankful for. Remember our fallen heroes, be thankful and stay strong!
The Census is critical to: • Measure Riverton’s growth • Determine political representation • Plan for the city’s future • Ensure federal and state resources are appropriately allocated If you have not received, or misplaced your census mailer visit: rivertonutah.gov/census
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