actually lower than more than half the sales tax the City receives. Between
STAY SAFE THIS HALLOWEEN
Costumes, Candy, and E-Bikes
Halloween in South Jordan is a cherished tradition, with neighborhoods glowing in spooky decorations and families filling the streets for trick-or-treating. While the night is full of fun, costumes, and candy, safety should be everyone’s top priority, especially with more e-bikes and scooters appearing in our neighborhoods.
Costume Safety
Choose costumes that make you easy to see and safe to move in. Reflective tape, glow sticks, or LED accessories help drivers and riders spot you in the dark. Avoid masks that block vision or costumes that drag on the ground, as they can trip you up or even catch in scooter or bike wheels.
Walking & Traffic Awareness
Excited kids often forget the basics. Always cross at crosswalks, look both ways, and carry flashlights or headlamps. Parents, keep an eye out for little ones who might dart across the street.
E-Bikes & Scooters on Halloween Night
This year, police are seeing more kids riding e-bikes and scooters in neighborhoods, sometimes on vehicles that are unsafe or even illegal for their age. That creates extra risks on a night already filled with heavy foot traffic. The safest choice? Consider leaving the e-bikes and scooters at home and sticking with tra-
ditional “foot power” for trick-or-treating. Walking keeps kids visible, predictable, and safe in crowded neighborhoods.
If you or your teen does ride, please remind them:
• Slow down and yield to pedestrians.
• Wear a helmet.
• Stick to familiar streets and avoid weaving through trick-or-treaters.
CONSIDER LEAVING THE E-BIKES AND SCOOTERS AT HOME AND STICKING WITH TRADITIONAL “FOOT POWER” FOR TRICK-OR-TREATING.
• Know the rules: kids under 8 cannot legally ride alone, Class 1 & 2 e-bikes
(max 20 mph) require adult supervision for ages 8–14, and Class 3 e-bikes (up to 28 mph) are only for ages 16+. Anything faster without pedals is an e-motorcycle and not legal in neighborhoods.
Bottom Line
Halloween should be about costumes, candy, and community—not accidents. By walking instead of riding, watching traffic, and following the rules, we can ensure South Jordan’s streets are safe for all the ghouls and goblins this Halloween.
OPEN A CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The City invites any who are willing to volunteer their time a chance to open our city council meeting with a thought, prayer, reading, or invocation.
The purpose is to allow a wide variety of community members to speak and become involved in our civic process. The presentations are intended to be non-denominational and non-proselytizing in character; however, the City will not dictate the form or content of any such presentation.
If you would like to schedule a presentation for the opening ceremony at a city council meeting, South Jordan City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of each month. Presentations are less than two minutes.
If you’d like to present, reach out to the city recorder, Anna Crookston (acrookston@sjc. utah.gov), and let her know if you would like the presentation to be listed as a prayer, reading, or thought.
OCTOBER
City Event Calendar
2025 NOVEMBER 2025
FARMERS MARKET
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Towne Center Drive
sjc.utah.gov/557/South-Jordan-Farmers-Market
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
City Hall at 1600 W. Towne Center Dr. & Online
sjc.utah.gov/city-council
FARMERS MARKET (LAST ONE OF THE SEASON!)
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Towne Center Drive
sjc.utah.gov/557/South-Jordan-Farmers-Market
SOJO HALLOWEEN FUN RUN 5K
10:00 AM
Bingham Creek Regional Park, 10004 S. 4800 W.
sjc.utah.gov/1693/SoJo-Halloween-Fun-Run-5K
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
City Hall at 1600 W. Towne Center Dr. & Online
sjc.utah.gov/city-council
PUMPKIN PROMENADE
Oct 24: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Oct 25: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bingham Creek Regional Park, 10004 S. 4800 W. sjc.utah.gov/202/Pumpkin-Promenade
SENIOR PROGRAMS: HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY
11:00 AM
Community Center, 10778 S. Redwood Rd.
Space is limited. Call 801-302-1222 to reserve a spot.
VETERANS BREAKFAST
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Community Center, 10778 S. Redwood Rd.
No registration necessary.
by Dawn R. Ramsey
October is Domestic Violence
Awareness Month, a time for us as a community to come together, shine a light on an issue that too often hides in the shadows, and reaffirm our commitment to keeping every person in South Jordan safe. Domestic violence does not discriminate—it can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or circumstance. By talking about it openly and with compassion, we can help reduce stigma, raise awareness, and offer hope.
While it is vital to support survivors and ensure they have the resources they need, prevention is just as important. Preventing domestic violence begins with strengthening families, fostering kindness, teaching respect, and modeling healthy relationships. Every one of us plays a role in prevention when we choose to treat others with dignity, listen with empathy, and build connections based on trust and safety.
As a city, we are fortunate to have strong partnerships with local organizations and law enforcement who
work tirelessly to protect and assist those impacted by domestic violence. From crisis response and victim
advocacy to community education, these efforts are making a difference. But the truth is, the most powerful prevention happens within our homes, our schools, and our neighborhoods, when we create cultures of care where violence has no place to take root.
I want to encourage each of us this month to take small, meaningful steps. Learn the signs of abuse. Share resources with friends and neighbors. Talk with your children and grandchildren about respect, kindness, and the importance of
standing up for themselves and others. Check in on those around you. Even one conversation or act of kindness can be the lifeline someone needs.
RESOURCES FOR HELP & SUPPORT
• Utah Domestic Violence LINKLine (24/7): 1-800-897-LINK (5465)
• National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7): 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788
• South Jordan Police Department Victim Advocate: 801-446-HELP (4357)
• In an emergency, always call 911
HALLOWEEN SAFETY
Halloween is especially dangerous for drivers and pedestrians. Drive slowly in and around neighborhoods and on residential streets. Watch for children who may dart out into the street, and always yield to pedestrians.
Traffic Tip
Here in South Jordan, we pride ourselves on being a community that looks out for one another. We are a city where neighbors become friends and where support systems run deep. By continuing to build this culture of care, we not only help prevent domestic violence but also strengthen the very fabric of our community. Thank you for joining me in raising awareness this October and committing to prevention all year long. Together, we can ensure that South Jordan remains a place where every individual feels safe, valued, and supported. Please remember: if you or someone you know needs help, there are confidential resources available, and you are never alone.
