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Residents appear split on Lambert Park ban

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal ALPINE — At a March 27, public hearing on the city's ban on motorized vehicles in Lambert Park seven residents spoke on the issue. In January, the city council reenacted a moratorium on motorized vehicles in the park which had just expired.

At that time city officials said that while motorized vehicle use in the park was regulated prior to and after the moratorium, in the interim park users were not adhering to those regulations.

At the public hearing, three residents spoke in support of having motorized vehicles in the park.

Robert Shelley said his grandchildren loved to ride motorcycles in the park when they came to visit. He hated seeing that freedom taken away with more and more restrictions, he said. He would also like to see the park left open to more mountain bikers.

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Sullivan Love said he understood enforcement was difficult. He felt that the city needed more help from volunteers.

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Park. He was sad to see the prohibition, he said.

Four residents spoke in support of keeping the ban in place.

Tara Franks, who lives adjacent to the park, said the ban was strictly for safety, not just for bikers and hikers and homeowners who lived by the park.

"How many homes had almost burned to the ground last year because of the fires? " she said. " Sparks from guns and vehicles could cause fires that could be avoided."

Ed Bush commented that having a motorized vehicle in the park was not an inherent right. He had never seen anyone drive the posted 15 mph unless it was a car going to see the poppies, he said. He was in favor of continuing the ban with access to the Bowery and rodeo grounds, he said. Bush suggested the city consider paving a path or two in those areas for wheelchair access to viewing the poppies.

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By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal FAIRFIELD — Town officials are working on an update to the town's road standards and road ordinance. On March 21, they passed a resolution indicating they were doing so.

According to the resolution, those who were in the process of obtaining a building permit by March 8 can continue

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to build under the current road standards but will have to comply with the new road standards before an occupancy permit can be issued.

They are also working on a landscaping ordinance which Mayor Brad Gurley called "a living document" on March 8.

Gurley said restrictions should be scaled back for the present and could be scaled up for the future when needed.

Gurley does not support having a buffer zone in the ordinance. The zones with the large acreage are big enough not to require a buffer zone, he said.

It would force landowners to fence big lots and it will become very expensive, he added.

The council discussed boundary adjustment language, and Gurley, who will be attending a boundary line dispute seminar, agreed to have town attorney Larry Jenkins address questions on the issue.

The council also had a lengthy discussion of possible fencing provisions and height restrictions to be included in the ordinance.

Gurley updated the council on the property transfer of on the new museum and town hall. It should be complete by early June, he said. He is working on getting plans drawn up and bids for the

new building.

Gurley would like to see a small office for the sheriff's office in the building. It would increase the sheriff's presence in the town, he said.

The council decided to research the subject and see if there would be any interest from the sheriff's department.

Council members are also considering incorporating a concessions stand that could be managed by the fire department into the building plans. The proceeds earned would go to the fire department and emergency services.

Council Member Tyler Thomas updated the council on the culinary waterline extension project and stated that Strong Solutions had started construction and expected to shortly have an encroachment permit from UDOT on its easement which the waterline extension will run through.

Thomas said when Strong Solutions staked the area, they discovered the fiber optic line buried there is not straight and that it would cause the contractor to have to cross that line many times while digging.

Strong Solutions is researching options including acquiring a utility easement across the Butterfield property, he said.

NORTHERN UTAH COUNTY NOTES municipal rating of the city's 2012 GO refunding bonds from AA- to AA. This was attributed to the strong economy of the city and also to the hard work of city employees, including strong management, good financial policies/practices, strong budget performance and flexibility, strong liquidity and an overall very strong institutional framework score.

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal ALPINE The city council has approved a contract with Tennis and Track Company, an ASBA Sports Builders Association member, to replace the basketball court at Burgess Park, at Canyon Crest Road and 200 West. The contractor will install a new 56'x90' basketball court including a complete basketball system and two basketball standards for $47,647.

Resident Jeff Mendez has received authorization to place a Little Free Library in the park strip by his home at 46 S. Country Manor Lane on a six-month trial basis. A Little Free Library is a "take a book, return a book" free book exchange.

Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share.

On March 27, the city council appointed John McKay to the planning commission to fill the seat vacated by Jason Thelin.

services to office-based dental, animal health, and medical practitioners, and Internet Brands, a leading provider of web presence and online marketing software, announced on April 3 the creation of a joint venture designed to deliver integrated dental technology to help the profession improve practice management and marketing as well as patient communication. The joint venture, to be named Henry Schein One, will initially employ approximately 1,500 team members and be headquartered in American Fork.

Most of the 1,500 employees of the joint venture are already located in American Fork.

AMERICAN FORK Beginning in April, Republic Services is making a change to the recycling schedule in American Fork. Due to continued growth in northern Utah County, they will be moving all recycling pick up to Mondays. Recycling will remain every other week, but those homes that had their recycling picked up on Tuesday will now have it picked up on Monday, with everyone else. There are no changes to trash pickup, which will remain every week on Thursdays.

On March 13, the city council passed an ordinance regulating lift stations (sewer pumping facilities) greater than three horsepower or serving more than one residential or commercial unit that takes the place of the gravity flow sewer system. Lift stations will be permitted only when gravity sewer to the property being served is unobtainable, as determined by the city's public works director upon recommendation of the city engineer and as approved by the city council.

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CEDAR HILLS In mid-March, the city received notice that S&P Global Ratings had revised the

During the week of Silver Star Day, April 30 to May 3, the city will honor all military personnel, including veterans, with a free round of golf at the Cedar Hills Golf Club. Cart fees are not included. (Bring your military I.D).

HIGHLAND The city will hold its annual open house on Thursday, May 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. at City Hall. City personnel and volunteers will provide information on the city's budget, road projects, a potential mixeduse development at the corner of 6000 West and SR 92, the Arts Council, the Historical Society, trash collection, ways to get involved on volunteer committees and the Dry Creek Lake project.

On March 20, the city council approved the site plan for Norton Performance, an athletic training facility to be located west of Arctic Circle. The facility is expected to open in early-July.

The city is seeking volunteers for the upcoming community celebration Highland Fling to b be held July 28 to Aug. 4. Needed volunteers include parade assistants, parade banner carriers, chair people for the following committees: vendors, stage entertainment , sponsor-coordinator assistant, family adventure race assistant, play day rodeo chair/assistant, garbage management

coordinator, graphic designer, photographer, videographer, swag assemblers, information booth assistant, kids night cardboard challenge co-coordinator and event assistants. To volunteer call Julie Tapusoa at 801-772-4507.

The Highland Fling committee is also seeking stories of Highland residents who have helped others. To share that information, contact Julie Tapusoa at Julie@highlandcity.org by April 24.

LEHI The city has applied for a $250,000 federal Community Development Block Grant to replace old, undersized and dilapidated waterlines and install valves and fire hydrants, along with curb, gutter and sidewalks, ADA handicap ramps with asphalt repair and widening. If the city receives the funding the project will take place at 100 N. (200 E. to 300 E.), 200 E. (100 N. to 200 N.), 300 E. (Main Street to 100 N.).

SARATOGA SPRINGS For Spring Clean Up, the city will offer dumpsters at the city's Public Works site on Saratoga Road at 900 E. Saratoga Springs May 12 to 21. This will be the only dumpster location in the city. This service is provided only for bagged household and/or green waste items.

After a recent Mountain View Corridor post-construction survey, UDOT officials say many people who left questions did not include their email addresses or any other way for the MVC team to respond.

If you asked a question but forgot to include a way for the MVC team to reply, email them at mountainview@utah.gov or call (800) 596-2556.

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City officials get help Alpine to implement with budget process deer control plan

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal

HIGHLAND — The city has hired a consulting firm to help city leaders figure out how to budget over the next fiveplus years. Lewis Young Robertson and Burningham is working to come up with what they call a "Financial Sustainability model" which is expected to guide them over the next several years.

On March 13, Fred Philpot of Lewis Young Robertson and Burningham outlined the plan for putting together the model. Initially, his team would be meeting with city staff to gather information for the model.

The purpose of the model is to establish a proactive approach to sustainability as it related to the General Fund, he said.

His team will evaluate gaps in funding, intended level of service, and potential cost savings. The study will be similar to recent utility rate and transportation fee studies commissioned by city officials.

During this process they will evaluate the city's expenditures, develop revenue projections and establish a financing plan for the city, Philpot said.

At the council meeting, Philpot gave a presentation on historic trends in the city including comparing Highland's low property tax rate compared to other municipalities. He also provided an over-

ALPINE — City officials are working on putting together a deer control plan.

Two resident surveys indicated that most residents wanted a solution to the deer problem but were split down the middle on how it should be handled, Mayor Troy Stout reported to the city council at its March 27 meeting.

One group wanted to save the deer while the other group wanted to get rid of them, he said.

With an estimated 500, the deer population in Alpine has begun to pose a hazard to motorists as well as a nuisance to residents with gardens and yards near their traditional habitat. The deer population also appears to be growing, Stout said.

Stout and City Manager Shane Sorenson have been working with the Division of Natural Resources on a non-lethal solution. They are moving forward on a trap and release program which would commence at the end of November, since it is easier to trap the deer then when

view on the city's revenue stream, along with expenditures, including salaries, benefits, and public safety expenses.

Council Member Brian Braithwaite expressed concern that the city's other fees, including the road fee, had not been taken into consideration in the report and that their absence might skew the data.

Philpot agreed to include those fees in the overall report.

Some of the challenges Highland faces with its revenue stream are the instability of economic development and increased sales tax, Philpot said.

Highland also faces "some unique challenges" in terms of developable land, he added.

The consultants will move forward to address the challenges facing economic development, consider alternatives, review revenues and expenses, prioritize expenditures, re-evaluate the model and present alternative scenarios before issuing a final report to the city council.

Waste Management gets Cedar Hills contract

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal CEDAR HILLS — The city has renewed its contract with Waste Management, its current garbage and recycling services provider. The previous contract was set to expire this month. The city put the contract out to bid and Waste Management, Republic Services, and Ace Disposal Inc. responded.

Waste Management's bid came in at $244,299/year, an increase of $11,056.44 over the current contract. Republic would charge the city $310,494 to provide the same services. Ace's bid was $311,549.04.

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food is scarce.

Trail cameras would be set up to record the presence of deer in the traps and then volunteers would visit the traps and capture them.

Provo and Herriman cities are already participating in this program. DNR representatives had indicated an Alpine program would be more challenging for them because its staff was so small.

Deer trapping could be done in the summer which would be more difficult, but the outcome for the deer was better because the deer weren't as stressed and the likelihood of finding feed was higher when they were transported to the new location, Stout said.

The DNR recommends 15 to 20 traps to cover the city adequately. The city will need to come up with a list of hot spots for deer. Sorenson said he is going to see if the Public Works Department would be able to construct the traps.

Once the traps are constructed, they will put out a call for volunteers to help with the program.

The program is expected to last for three years. At the end of that time, city officials will evaluate its progress.

Republic and Ace would charge extra for Christmas tree recycling and city dumpsters. Those items were included for free in Waste Management's bid. All three providers would haul the municipal waste to the North Pointe Solid Waste Transfer Station, of which, Cedar Hills is a member.

City officials also considered two options: leased garbage cans (which the city would own at the end of the contract) or service provider-owned and maintained cans.

On March 6, the city council voted to have the mayor sign a new agreement with Waste Management.

The council also decided to continue leasing the garbage cans because the cost would be lower for residents.

Dog Park in Cedar Hills’ Future?

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal

CEDAR HILLS — At the request of some residents, city officials are considering turning at least a portion of Timpanogos Cove Park, at 9508 N Timpanogos Cove, into a dog park. In a March 21 council discussion, council members seemed to support the idea.

Resident Catherine Frantz, who has two dogs, told the council she thought the Timpanogos Cove Park was an ideal setting for a dog park and asked the council to consider making it a dog park for certain hours of the day.

City Manager Chandler Goodwin told the council some issues would need to be addressed to make the park work for that

use. When dog parks are created they can become a destination park, he said.

This would not be ideal because they did not have sufficient parking Timpanogos Cove Park, he said.

Off-leash dogs could be a liability issue but an area in the park could possibly be fenced off to accommodate a dog park, he said. This area would be ideal to install a water fountain and other amenities, Chandler said.

Councilmember Ben Ellsworth said he was in favor of a fenced area and having dogs on a leash for certain hours, while Councilmember Brian Miller expressed concerns about safety and sanitation.

Councilmember Denise Andersen said the park in Timpanogos Cove Park could be an experiment to see how well it would work out. Councilmember Mike

Geddes told the council about a dog park in Arizona that he considered exceptional. He would like to see something similar and proposed allowing one on a temporary basis.

At the meeting, possibilities the council discussed included issuing passes to Cedar Hills residents only to cut down

on parking issues, having signs with park rules clearly posted and requiring dog owners to dispose of pet waste at home.

Chandler will provide more information regarding standards, rules and expenditures for development of a dog park to the council at a future date.

New Treasurer for Cedar Fort

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal CEDAR FORT — The town council appointed a new town treasurer at its March 17 meeting. Ashley Cook was appointed to the position after an interview with Mayor David Gustin and Councilmember Richard Stark who recommended her to the council. Cook has been a financial broker for the last four years and has managed the books of Cedar Valley Net for 2 1/2 years. The council thanked Autumn Blackner for her service.

At the same meeting, the council voted to appoint Christopher Whiting who has lived in Cedar Fort for four years. Clay Sorenson also applied for the position but a motion to appoint him died in a 3-2 vote. Gustin said he has reviewed the planning commission by-laws and that he does not want to have alternates in the future. Instead, he favors using the process in place for when a planning commission member resigns or his/her term is completed.

Gustin informed the council that the planning commission has appointed Gary Cook as its vice chair. The planning commission is currently studying

a right to farm ordinance which would require someone developing next to agricultural land to erect fencing to protect children from agricultural activities.

Councilmember Howard Anderson gave an update on the installation of the restrooms at the park. The engineering drawings were complete. Construction will have a six- to eight-week timeframe, he said. Construction is done off-site and then a crane will position the restroom in place. The ramp to the restrooms will be concrete, and the restrooms will have locking doors. Anderson suggested that they be locked at night. The town is required to pay 4 percent of the cost of the restroom. Gustin said the low bidder on the project was Nolan Construction.

The council discussed a $2,000 Utah County Commission grant available to the town He then spoke about the rollover money from the Utah County Commission for $1,000 from the prior council. There is $2,000 available for the town to use in tourism, a recreational facility, cultural facility or convention facility. Gustin suggested if the rodeo grounds qualify that it be used for benches or a sound system.

Future council meetings were moved to the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.

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Pony Express Days 2018 May 25 - June 2 EAGLE MOUNTAIN — Pony Express Days is Eagle Mountain's annual festival celebrating the community and it's historical ties to the Pony Express Trail.

This year's events will be held May 25 June 2.

Friday, May 25 Pony Express PRCA Rodeo at 7 p.m. at the Pony Express Memorial Park Arena Saturday, May 26 Pony Express PRCA Rodeo at 7 p.m. at the Pony Express Memorial Park Arena Monday, May 28 Seniors night at the Pony Express PRCA Rodeo at 7 p.m. at the Pony Express Memorial Park Arena Tuesday, May 29 Fun Bike Ride and free Pancake Dinner at City Hall. Ride starts at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 30 Family Night and Summer Movie "The Incredibles" at Nolen Park. Family fun from 4 - 8 p.m. and the movie will start at 9 p.m.

Thursday, May 31 Carnival, Vendors and Entertainment at Nolen Park from 4 to 10 p.m. (Buddy Night) Friday, June 1 Carnival, Vendors and Entertainment at Nolen Park from noon to 11 p.m.

Saturday, June 2 Carnival, Vendors and Entertainment at Nolen Park from noon to 11 p.m.

Demolition Derby at 7 p.m.

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City may bond for Art Dye Park improvements

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal AMERICAN FORK — City officials have taken the first step in bonding for Phase 1 of improvements to Art Dye Regional Park at 550 E. 1000 N. On March 27, the city council approved a resolution announcing its intent to issue an 11-year bond of not more than $4 million to finance recreational improvements.

Much of that funding (77 percent) would be used at Art Dye Park to construct five baseball fields and parking, a new scorekeeper's tower, storage, restrooms and concessions, along with six pickleball fields.

In addition to funding the improvements at Art Dye, the remaining 23

percent of the bond would finish paying off the Goodsell property adjacent to the park, which the city purchased in 2012, which will be incorporated into the park in a later phase. The property is expected to be used for additional parking and three soccer fields.

"This is simply putting in place this opportunity, taking advantage of the PARC tax bond funding and allowing us to accomplish more on this one effort rather than year after year after year trying to do this piecemeal," Councilmember Clark Taylor said. "it gives us the ability to do the development we need should we choose to do this. It's a prudent move we believe that should we do this it should save us money and we should take advantage of that."

The second phase would add the soccer fields and the third, and final phase, would upgrade the north parking lots.

The March 27 resolution sets the bond amount of not more than $4 million so that the council can choose to bond for a

lower amount depending upon how they decide to complete the project, Parks and Recreation Director Derric Rykert said.

A public hearing on the bond issuance was scheduled for April 24 (after press deadline).

Cedar Fort Town Council revises Commercial Business License Ordinance

By Charlynn Anderson The Crossroads Journal CEDAR FORT -- The Cedar Fort Town Council unanimously passed revisions to the Commercial Business License Ordinance at the monthly Town Council meeting on February 22, 2018. Mayor David Gustin said that the revisions changed only the process of obtaining a commercial business license and the procedures of dealing with the town.

The ordinance requires the applicants to notify all neighbors around the business location so that the neighbors have an opportunity to respond to the Town with any objections. If there are any objections to the planned business, the license application needs to become an agenda item at Town Council meeting and be reviewed by the Council. Otherwise, if no objections are registered, the license can be approved by the Council member over business licenses.

The procedure of notification now requires that all information and materials for notifying neighbors be supplied by the business license applicant. When businesses are found to be disregarding any town ordinances, they now have only ten calendar days after they are notified to remedy the problem, or their license will be suspended.

Cedar Fort Town Council members reported on their assignments at the February meeting. Councilman Richard Stark reported that he had opened a new bank account for the Activities Committee funds. He also said that the Town needs a new treasurer since the former treasurer had resigned.

Councilman Harry Draper asked for volunteers for the cemetery map project for March 10 and 17 at the Town Hall.

He gave an overview of the task of consolidating five separate maps into an accurate and complete map of the actual cemetery layout. "We need to know where the graves are and where the foliage is, and we need to be able to read and access that information," Draper said. He would like to see the town apply for a portion of the Utah State Department of Transportation grant for safe walkways for students walking to and from school. He said that more than a dozen Cedar Valley Elementary School students must cross SR73 to get to school, so the area of town between the east side of the highway and the school is a safety issue. He pointed out that the Town must own the property where any improvements are made. Mayor David Gustin said that the Town has already requested that UDOT install a streetlight at the Post Office, using a different grant.

Mayor Gustin reported that the Town

had installed an upgrade in the phone system which includes a phone tree that forwards calls and voice mail to town officials' cell phones. Councilman Wyatt Cook reported that the Town's FaceBook page is going well.

Jed Berry presented the Council with documentation of the Town's communications with him concerning his application for a water connection. He expressed his frustration over his application which he showed had

been provisionally approved then later

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Bikers for a Good Cause

By Matthew Gary Milam The Crossroads Journal During the good-weather months of the year, motorcycle clubs are an iconic sight along the country's roads and highways. Seeing these riders elicits in us the desire for freedom and the open road.

These days, however, motorcycle clubs do more than just provide a recreational outlet for their riders. The clubs are doing great things for their communities, and the "Immortal Knights" are no exception.

On December 2, 2011, its 8 founding members decided to form a "public safety motorcycle club," calling themselves the "Immortal Knights." The Immortal Knights describe their membership as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, corrections officers, doctors & Nurses, EMT, military veterans and "citizens who enjoy serving their fellow man."

Leaders of the group explained, "Our primary goal in becoming a public safety motorcycle club is to develop a bond between law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMT's, dispatchers, military, correctional officers & officers of the court, medical doctors & nurses — and their families — in time of need."

The name Immortal Knights was chosen for some very specific reasons.

First, the word Immortal represents the

group's tribute to the "fallen" and a desire to keep their memory forever alive.

Second, the group sees those that serve their communities and country, in a variety of ways, as deserving of the label Knights.

Finally, the group points out that the initials of their name are "I" and "K." The letter "I" is the ninth letter of the alphabet and "K" is the eleventh, thus forming the emergency number 9-1-1.

The group says, "This is to further honor our first responders and the memory of the tragic day in our history when the twin towers fell, and the senseless loss of life that came on that day." They add, "We commit ourselves to the memory of those who have fallen in defense of life, liberty and the freedom from oppression."

The Immortal Knights (PSMC) host and co-host a range of events such as "First Responders Tribute Rides," memorial rides keeping the memory of various fallen heroes alive, and "Chili's Night Out" rides.

The money earned during these events goes to such organizations as the Blue Haven Foundation, who assist the surviving spouses of those who have died in the line duty, and the Fisher House, a home where families of military and veterans can stay free of charge while loved ones receive medical treatment.

It's not only the human heroes that are paid tribute by this great organization.

Saratoga Springs to bond for sewer improvements

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal SARATOGA SPRINGS — The city council has approved the issuance of a $10 million bond to pay for a new citywide sewer system.

Since its incorporation, the city has been a member of the Timpanogos Special Service District and has had to pump sewage across the Jordan River to reach the District's available collection point.

In recent years, city officials have determined that investing in a gravity-fed system would enable the much of the city to be removed from the lift stations

A K-9 hero such as "Officer Dingo" is one example of those animals that die in the line of duty, working alongside their human counterparts in serving our communities and country.

The good work performed by this organization and the enthusiasm of its members can be summed up by this quote that can be found on the main page of their website: "Our love for the wind in our faces, the organizations we sponsor rides for, and the togetherness only

two-wheels can bring, burns deep into our souls. You will recognize it in every one of us the wear our patch."

The patch of the Immortal Knights is a purple shield bearing a fiery Phoenix, the Mt. Timpanogos, and a snow-capped mountain of ash with a green valley below.

For more information about the Immortal Knights, or to join, send an email to jake@Ikpsmc.com.

which currently pump the effluence.

In 2014, the city had an analysis performed on the benefits of a gravity vs. a pumped system and city officials opted to plan for a future gravity system.

A recently updated analysis by consultant Bowen and Collins found a gravity-fed system would save $5 million in long-term capital costs and would have a significantly lower long-term life cycle course (saving the city $20 million) than a pumped system.

Converting the city to a gravity-fed system will involve several projects that will be funded by the bond, cash on hand and developer contributions, city officials say.

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City officials identify New queen crowned in Saratoga Springs police station site

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal LEHI — City officials have decided on a future site for a new police station.

On March 13, the city council voted to approve the Broadbent building block at 128 N 100 E. For 135 years, from 1882 to 1917, the Broadbent building housed a family-owned general store which shut down last September. In October 2016, the city bought the 1.21 acre building from the Broadbent family for $1 million. It was stated in the purchase documents that the property would serve "a public safety facility use." The property was purchased using police impact fees.

A second location on the current City Hall block was also considered. Constructing the station there would have meant closing off 100 East and moving the library to allow for the expansion of City Hall.

"The Broadbent property provides a central location within the city, which helps with call response times," city spokesman Cameron Boyle said. "It also builds on the existing city campus, making it easy for residents to find the facility and conduct business at City Hall and the police station at the same time.

Of the property that the city owns, the Broadbent property provides the most usable space for this type of facility."

The city originally had a consultant look at five city-owned parcels: the current police building on State Street, the Broadbent Building, the parking lot at City Hall, the Hubbard parcel at 400 W.

cedar fort Continued from Page 7 rescinded. Councilman Draper said that he had met with Berry individually and reviewed all his documentation. It was his opinion that Mr. Berry had been dealt with unfairly, "and in some cases with a mean spirit."

Mayor Gustin asked Draper if he had spent equal time researching the Town's side of the disagreement. "No matter how thin it is, a pancake still has two

300 N., and the parcel by the new power plant at 300 N. Glen Carter Drive. Those options were narrowed down to two.

"Because of the historic nature of the property, the city council and administration wanted to verify that the Broadbent property was the right location for a future police station," Boyle said.

"The consultant considered a number of factors, including response time, central location and property size. Ultimately, the consultant identified the Broadbent property as the most suitable location."

Mayor Jim Miller is proposing funding of the facility in his 2019 budget. If the funding receives city council approval, the project would likely go out to bid this fall. In that case, Boyle said it is likely the city council would see a design next summer and that construction would probably begin in 2020.

While an initial concept by the city's planning dept was used as a model for consideration on the various sites, no design has been determined at this point for the building that city officials estimate will be approximately 50,000 square feet. All police department functions will be consolidated into the new building.

Current cost estimates for the proposed building are in the range of $18 million. The city would need to bond to fund the project, Boyle said.

In earlier discussion city officials considered a combined police and justice court building. They have since determined because of the overall cost to only expand the police department.

The new building is expected to meet the needs of the department through full build-out of the city. sides," Gustin said. He encouraged Draper to listen to Council meeting recordings where Berry's water application was discussed. "He simply failed to follow the law," said Gustin.

The Mayor said that the water connection application had been approved contingent upon Berry applying for a residential building permit. Since the Town did not receive a residential building permit application from Berry within the specified time of 180 days, the water connection approval was rescinded.

Madalyn Lambson (center) is the new Miss Saratoga Spring. She is pictured with her with First attendant Abigail Smith ( left) and Second attendant Kloie Pellegrini (right). to children in traumatic situations. She

By Linda Petersen received the Talent Award at the pageant.

The Crossroads Journal Second attendant Kloie Pellegrini, who received a $500 scholarship, will SARATOGA SPRINGS — The city's work with the city's recreation departnew royalty will be out in the community ment to develop special events for peothis summer as each completes a service ple with special needs at city activities. project.

She received the Director's Award at the Miss Saratoga Springs 2018 is pageant.

Madalyn Lambson, who received a Seven young women competed for $1,500 scholarship. For her talent at the title at the March 3 event in personal the March 3 pageant, she speed painted interview, fitness routine, talent, evening an upside-down portrait of Elvis Presgown and an on-stage question. The ley in two minutes while dancing and other contestants were Kylia Daniels, interacting with the audience. She will Sydney Traveller (Ticket Award), Baylie teach youth art classes at the library this Cook (Miss Photogenic) and Maddy summer.

Leavitt (Miss Congeniality).

First attendant Abigail Smith, who Councilman Michael McComber and received a $750 scholarship, is planning Miss Saratoga Springs 2017, Alison Emto make fleece blankets for the police de- bley, served as emcees for the evening. partment's victim advocates to hand out

Hawaiian Luau

LEHI — Hula on over to the Lehi Senior Center to join in the fun for our Hawaiian Luau party! Bring your Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts, and Aloha spirit. We will provide the leis! This party will be held in the Lehi Senior Center on Friday, May 11 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. We will play Hawaiian games, enjoy a delicious Hawaiian-style lunch (catered), and enjoy traditional live entertainment from Taualuga Productions!

You MUST buy tickets ahead of time if you want to attend this event

- there will be NO tickets sold at the door. Tickets are $7/member, and $12/ non-member. Upon paying, you will receive a ticket which you must bring with you to the event. There is limited seating at this event, so sign up fast!

Registration opens on Monday, April 2.

To register, talk to a Senior Center staff member or call 385-201-1065.

The Lehi Senior Center is located at 123 N Center Street in Lehi. They are open Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m., and on Fridays they close at 2:00 p.m.

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Local Engineering Firm Designs and Builds Wastewater System for Orphanage in Tanzania

By Ryan Anderson SARATOGA SPRINGS — In December 2017, Falco's Children Village-Orphanage approached Anderson Engineering, headquartered in Saratoga Springs, Utah, seeking help to resolve the issues associated with their existing wastewater system.

Anderson Engineering reviewed the issues and elected to sponsor a trip to the village to provide an engineered solution.

It was the health and safety of the children that compelled Steve Anderson, principal of Anderson Engineering to offer to provide the service. "As a company, we had the knowledge and skills to diagnose and engineer a solution," he said.

When the Anderson Engineering team arrived, they spent the first few days evaluating the existing wastewater system. "The soil over most of the site

was poorly drained silts, directly above a layer of sandy soils and ash caliche," Team Member Corey said. "We concluded that the existing system was severely

undersized for the soil profile. Not only was the system failing, but it also had the potential to impact local groundwater creating a health hazard."

Through a combined team effort and use of their collective knowledge, skills, and resources, the team designed and built a system that resolved the issues.

The most satisfying part of the project for the team was the opportunity to train Tanzania youth in science and engineering.

"Utah has an excellent on-site wastewater program based on research from Utah State University's well-respected water research lab," Team Member Corey said. "This opportunity allowed us to take some of those best practices and share them with the technicians at the village."

The team worked side by side with the technicians helping them understand the science behind the construction methods.

Anderson Engineering hopes that the system designed and installed can become a model of how wastewater issues in remote African areas can be resolved through an intelligent, passive, and sustainable design."

Cedar Fort Planning Commission holds public hearing on Right To Farm Ordinance

By Charlynn Anderson The Crossroads Journal CEDAR FORT — Concerns over the interface between established agricultural lands and potential new residential development prompted the Cedar Fort Planning and Zoning Commission to hold a public hearing on March 6, 2018.

Besides discussing the proposed Right to Farm ordinance, planning commissioners also listened to public input on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance on easements and roads.

The Planning Commission listened to public comment and discussed ways to mitigate potential conflicts between agricultural pursuits in Cedar Fort and new residential developments. Several citizens commented that people building residences next to agricultural properties sometimes complain about animal

sounds and smells, dust and noise from farm equipment, and irrigation water that may run through or close to their lots. New residents might request the Town to step in and curtail those aspects of rural life that they find objectionable.

The Right to Farm ordinance upholds the agricultural activities that are central to the rural lifestyle in Cedar Fort while addressing safety and conservation.

"What we are striving for is that when developments come in and they don't allow the large animals, we want them to understand your neighbors still have the right to farm. That doesn't change," said Commissioner Chris Murphy. The proposed ordinance will require that a note be placed on final residential plat maps that states, "This area is subject to the normal, everyday sounds, odors, sights, equipment, facilities and any other aspects associated with agricultural lifestyle."

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Mayor David Gustin pointed out that all the residential property in Cedar Fort is zoned "Residential and Agricultural" and asked the Commission if the ordinance would apply to all new residences in town, or just major subdivisions.

Commission Chairman David Rose answered that the ordinance addresses any new development in town.

The responsibility of animal owners to contain their animals, as well as fencing requirements, are addressed in the ordinance. Six-foot high non-climbable fences will be required to keep children out of enclosures for large animals, and animals away from roads. Residents should also be responsible to keep household pets away from farm animals.

The proposed Right to Farm Ordinance stipulates that new developments may not disrupt the flow of irrigation water and must work with the applicable irrigation company concerning access-

ing, piping or relocating irrigation ditches. Drainage between adjacent properties, erosion and soil protection are other concerns addressed in the ordinance.

Section 1 of the Right to Farm Ordinance summarizes the purpose of the ordinance by saying, "The Town of Cedar Fort values its rich agricultural heritage and considers agricultural uses as a component of the Town's community fabric, quality of life amenities, and contributions to the Town's economic base." The ordinance aims to protect and preserve "agricultural land and agricultural activities within the Town."

The Cedar Fort Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve the Right to Farm Ordinance in their regular monthly meeting on March 13, 2018. The ordinance will now move on to the Cedar Fort Town Council for their action on the ordinance.

EM Kestrel Project gets a new nest box

By Mike Kieffer The Crossroads Journal EAGLE MOUNTAIN — The Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project is a conservation project that has been running in Eagle Mountain for the last few years. This project is designed to help protect and encourage the growth of the American Kestrel population in Eagle Mountain.

On April 14th, the EM Kestrel Project installed its 25th nest box.

At first, this box was going to be located on private property. Fionnuala B Kofoed, the Eagle Mountain City Recorder had this to say about the selection of the site. "The Mayor mentioning to me that Shon had contacted him regarding a new location. I told the Mayor I'd take care of it. The location Shon proposed was private property. I proposed another location, City property, and had the administrator and Planning sign off on it.

Brad Hickman set up Blue Stakes for the pole installation."

The Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project is the brainchild of Shon Reed. He has been the driving force of the project and has been working with the different groups

and volunteers to make it successful. The project is a partnership with HawkWatch International.

This new box was installed by Shon Reed, Brian Smith, Zach Hyde and Kestyn Hyde. The pole was donated, as well as the use of the equipment used to install the pole. This pole was installed on property owned by Eagle Mountain City and is located close to the Ranches Golf Course.

The project has had a lot of support from the last two Eagle Mountain Mayors. Mayor Pengra helped the project, including installing another box on City Property at the beginning of the project.

Mayor Westmoreland has been passed the baton and has continued to support the project. When asked about the Cities plans going forward and the installation of this new box, Mayor Westmoreland made the following statement.

"The Eagle Mountain kestrel project has been a great success and a model for other projects that I hope will be equally successful. The kestrel project will need continued support from the community if it is to last. I hope this effort does not stop there. I would like to see similar projects for other birds. Ultimately, box-

Beautify Lehi moves to May

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal LEHI — Last month The Crossroads Journal reported that Beautify Lehi Month would be held in April, the traditional month for the celebration, based on information available at the time.

It has since been announced that Beautify Lehi Month is moving to May. Residents are invited to participate in the community project Saturday, May 12 at Wines Park at 9 a.m., 100 East 500 North, to mulch plant beds and tree rings. Participants are being asked to bring a shovel, rake or gloves if possible.

During the month, families, individuals and groups are encouraged to do projects in their neighborhoods or other city locations. The city would like to

Box 25 installed in Eagle Mountain. ing nests will not be enough. We need to look seriously at the resources it will take to maintain the ecosystem needed to support these animals. That means preserving open space as habitat for a variety of animals.

With thorough planning and a longrange vision, I believe we can work together to preserve the needed space for wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation.

As we all become active stewards of this wonderful area we can create a balance of economic growth with the preservation of the natural beauty and wonders that surround us. By working together we can ensure that Eagle Mountain will be a unique place to live for many generations to come."

The City has done several things in the past few months that will help protect

Photo: Shon Reed the Kestrel population as well as keep areas for wildlife in the city. The city has recently passed a Buffering Ordinance, Ridgeline Protection Ordinance, as well as has worked with developers to keep the utility corridor free of development in some areas of the city (Sunset Flats).

The Planning Commission has also recently voted to deny a rezoning of a development along Lake Mountain Road to keep the powerline corridor free of residential buildings. If you ask most of the residents why they moved to Eagle Mountain, they will tell you it is for the open space, rural feel, and the wildlife.

The Kestrel project has also installed a webcam in one of the boxes it monitors.

You can see the live stream from the webcam from this page: http://i84005. com/kestrel/webcam/

highlight these projects on social media, so Special Events Coordinator Melanie Hansen is encouraging residents to email her at mehansen@lehi-ut.gov with photos.

Information about the projects and photos may also be submitted to be considered for the Mayor's Beautify Lehi Award contest which will award prizes in three different categories: group/ organization, individuals/ families and businesses.

During May, free dump passes can be picked up at City Hall, 153 North 100 East (must be a Lehi utility billing customer).

On May 15 And 16, staff from all city departments will have their own service projects where they will plant flowers at various locations and clean up around the Public Works building.

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High School Events Alpine School District Memorial Day - May 28 Last Day of School - May 31 Rockwell Memorial Day - May 28 Last Day of School - May 25 American Fork High Home Events Baseball - May 7 vs. Bingham at 3:30 Choir - May 7 at 7:00 Musical Theatre Showcase - May 8 at 7:00 Baseball - May 9 vs. Bingham at 3:30 Soccer - May 9 vs. Pleasant Grove at 3:30 Softball - May 10 vs. Lone Peak at 3:30 Soccer - May 11 vs. Westlake at 3:30 Locker Cleanout - May 18 Graduation - May 31 at 9:00 Lehi High Home Events Ballroom Concert - May 7 - 8 at 7:00 Baseball - May 7 vs. Spanish Fork at 3:30 Dance Co. Concert - May 10 - 11 at 7:00 Pops Concert - May 17 at 7:00 Choir Concert - May 22 at 7:00 Graduation - May 31 at 10:00 Lone Peak High Home Events Dance Concert - May 10 - 11 at 7:00 Ballroom Concert - May 14 - 15 at 7:00 Orchestra Concert - May 16 at 7:30 Band Concert - May 17 at 7:00 Choir Concert - May 22 at 7:30 Graduation - May 31 at 1:30

Rockwell High Home Events Spring Musical - May 11 - 12, 16 - 19 at 7:00 Band, Orchestra, & Choir Concert May 22 at 7:00 Graduation - May 24 at 6:00 Skyridge High Home Events Baseball - May 7 vs. Provo at 3:30 Baseball - May 8 vs. Provo at 3:30 Softball - May 8 vs. Wasatch at 3:30 Soccer - May 8 vs. Provo at 5:30 Baseball - May 11 vs. Provo at 3:30 Orchestra Concert - May 15 at 7:00 Percussion Concert - May 16 at 7:00 Band Concert - May 18 at 7:00 Choir Concert - May 21 at 7:00 Jazz/Guitar Concert - May 22 at 7:00 Graduation - May 29 at 8:00 Westlake High Home Events Baseball - May 7 vs. Pleasant Grove at 3:30 Softball - May 8 vs. American Fork at 3:30 Baseball - May 9 vs. Pleasant Grove at 3:30 Soccer - May 9 vs. Bingham at 3:30 Orchestra Concert - May 10 at 7:00 Softball - May 11 vs. Hunter at 3:30 Musical Theatre Showcase - May 11 at 7:00 Choir Concert - May 14 at 7:00 Performing Arts Gala - May 15 at 7:00 Percussion Spring Concert - May 17 at 7:00 Madrigal Concert - May 21 at 7:00 Graduation - May 31 at 6:00

Middle School Events Alpine School District Memorial Day - May 28 Last Day of School - May 31 Lehi Jr. High Events Make A Wish Comic-Con - May 4 6:00 Orchestra Concert - May 10 at 7:00 ViPS - May 16 at 6:30 8th Grade Completion Ceremony - May 29 at 6:00 Vista Heights Middle Events Band Concert - May 16 at 6:00 Choir Pop Concert - May 17 at 5:00 Orchestra Concert - May 22 at 6:30 Timberline Middle Events Dance Concert - May 7 - 8 at 7:00

Willowcreek Middle Events Night of Jazz - May 7 at 6:00 Guitar Concert - May 8 at 6:30 Show Choir Performance - May 11 at 6:00 Band Concert - May 15 at 6:00 Orchestra Concert - May 16 at 6:00 Choir Concert - May 17 at 6:00 Night of Plays - May 21 at 6:30 9th Grade Award Night - May 24 at 7:00

Tuacahn Overnight Trip Lehi Senior Center LEHI — Join the Lehi Senior Center on a trip to St. George Utah on June 11-13, 2018! Registration is NOW OPEN! The seniors will ride in a deluxe motor coach, stop in Beaver, Fillmore, and Santaquin on the way, and then stay in St. George for two nights at the lovely Best Western Plus.

Once there, seniors will have the opportunity to attend two Tuacahn Shows - we will all be seeing Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, and you can also choose to attend Matilda The Musical for an additional fee! Tuacahn Theater is an intimate, outdoor theater that uses the gorgeous natural red rock as its backdrop. It will be an unforgettable experience!

This trip will also include bingo on the bus ride, one dinner, free buffet breakfast at the hotel, a choice of a King or Double Queen bed (for the same price!), and

a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Plus, we will be participating in the "Historic St. George LIVE!" tour. During this tour, we will meet Dixie's famous pioneers (actors in costumes) as they come alive and describe living in St. George at the turn of the century; this tour will be entertaining and educational for all!

Pricing is per person and varies depending on the number of people per hotel room - Lehi Senior Center Members will receive a price discount! Visit the Senior Center to grab a flier with pricing details, or visit the Senior Center website to see a digital flier: www.lehi-ut. gov/recreation/seniors. The deadline to register and pay in full is Tuesday, May 22. Limited spaces are available. No reservations will be made without a $100 cash or check deposit. Contact 385-2011065 with questions.

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seen any late-night campfires in the park since the ban.

Richard James said the last time he was in Lambert Park, people were not driving 15 mph. There was a reason motorcycles were not allowed in national parks. The ban would not be popular, but it might save a life.

At the conclusion of the public hearing, Mayor Stout said the discussion would be continued for six weeks (to May 1) and that he would like to schedule another public hearing on the issue.

would love to go into the park and use them, but when you weighed the fun factor against the safety factor and personal property, the fun factor paled in comparison to a serious accident or a home burning down. He said there was also a peace factor. The park was in a much better state without the vehicles, he said and commented that he had not

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Jazz Concert - May 9 at 6:30 Choir Concert - May 15 at 6:30 Band Concert - May 16 at 7:00 Orchestra Concert - May 17 at 7:00 Evening of Excellence - May 23 at 7:00

West Side Theatre Company Opens Exciting 2018-19 Season

By Tyler Hinton The Crossroads Journal EAGLE MOUNTAIN — On the heels of its sold-out production of the Broadway-bound “Pride & Prejudice - The Musical,” West Side Theatre Company (www.westsidetheatreco.org) opened its exciting second season in April with an impressive and moving original concert, “The Struggle Is Real.” The remainder of the 2018-19 season will include J.M. Barrie’s classic play, “Peter Pan”; the Tony-winning comedy “The 39 Steps”; the new musical with songs by Irving Berlin and Jerome Kern, “Rilla of Green Gables”; and the Gilbert and Sullivan favorite, “Pirates of Penzance.”

“We’ve got an amazing lineup,” said Hannah Farr, a founding member of the theatre’s board of directors. “Here is to wonderful, whimsical, hilarious, and poignant storytelling to come!”

West Side Theatre Company will present “Peter Pan” from Aug. 3-6. Bring your entire family to visit Neverland, where children never grow up and adults learn all over again how to believe.

Discover a magical world filled with imagination, as the beloved story is told in exciting, unexpected ways!

Next up is “The 39 Steps,” from Nov. 2-5. Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and over 150 zany characters

(played by a cast of four), and you have a riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft.

See “Rilla of Green Gables,” with music by renowned composers Berlin and Kern, from Mar. 22-25, 2019. As her sweetheart and brother leave to fight in World War I, Anne of Green Gable’s daughter, Rilla, embarks on her own emotional journey at home, changing her life forever.

Last but not least is “Pirates of Penzance,” from June 28-July 1, 2019.

Filled to the brim with absurd hilarity - and a dash of sweeping romance, the mile-a-minute wit and splendid score make this a musical comedy that you won’t want to miss.

West Side Theatre Company has received rave reviews from audience members. Following is a sampling of their comments: “So great! I would come again. Really, really great talent out here! Thanks for putting the production on!”...”It was entertaining, emotional, and wonderful!”...”Best $10 I have spent in a long time. Such talent. I loved it.”...”What powerful voices!”...”It was fantastic! We didn’t realize there was so much musical talent out here. Looking forward to future productions!”...”Great choices.

Loved the character development. After seeing this I’m even more eager to work with West Side Theatre Company.”

West Side Theatre Company has

recently been formed to bring more theatre to the west side of Utah Lake, including Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs. The mission of West Side Theatre Company is to expand minds and foster culture through diversity; cultivate creativity, innovation and mastery of

the performing arts through artistry; and create a high quality, affordable theatrical experience that inspires, uplifts and effects change in the community. West Side Theatre Company has been registered as a non-profit organization in the state of Utah.

Youth theatre workshops

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Arts Council is gearing up for its summer youth theater season with two programs.

Theater classes for Disney's "The Aristocats Kids" begin Monday, June 4.

Classes will run from 1 to 3 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through July 20 (no rehearsal July 4).

This program which costs $85 is for youth ages 8 to 14 and includes 21 class sessions, a backpack and participation in the live show.

"The Aristocats Kids" will be performed Friday, July 20 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 21 at 2 p.m. at a local school.

Summer teen theater workshops for youth ages 15 to 18 begin Monday, June 4 and will run from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from June 22. There will be a showcase June 22 after the last workshop.

The $95 cost includes nine workshop sessions, instruction from local theater professionals, a T-shirt and the showcase.

Registration for both programs is now open at saratogaspringscity.com.

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New Weather Stations located in Eagle Mountain

EAGLE MOUNTAIN — Two state-ofthe-art weather stations have been placed in Saratoga Springs by Utah State University to collect precise weather data.

The stations are located near the Rodeo Grounds and Nolen Park.

The information will be used in coordination with USU WaterMAPS and WaterChecks programs.

WaterMAPS uses advanced mapping and data collection methods to identify areas in Eagle Mountain that are using too much water for the landscape and

Lehi Round Up Days Celebration June 23 - 30 Saturday, June 23

vegetation types there.

The USU WaterChecks program is a free service coming to residents later this year that can help you determine the best watering schedule for your own property.

These services will help reduce water usage, lower your bill and make sure there is plenty of water for everyone this summer.

To learn how to use the USU WaterChecks program, visit www.cwel.usu. edu/watercheck.

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7:30 a.m. | Round-up 10K. 5k, Kid’s Mile - Lehi High School, Register at www.racetry.com/races/lehi-roundup 8:00 a.m. | Doubles Tennis Tournament - Lehi High School; $15/team 7:00 p.m. | Miss Lehi Pageant - Lehi High School

Sunday, June 24

7:00 p.m. | Arts in the Park - Wines Park

Monday, June 25

Half-Price Swim Day - Legacy Center (1:00-8:50 p.m. ) and the Outdoor Pool (11:00 a.m. - 6:50 p.m.)

6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Art Show - Lehi Arts Center, Wines Park 6:30 p.m. | Concert and Picnic in the Park - featuring Ned LeDoux Food trucks will be available.

Tuesday, June 26

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Baby Contest - Legacy Center; Entry fee is $5 (in advance) or $10 (day of contest) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Art Show - Lehi Arts Center 7:00 p.m.| Party Rock Project - Skyridge High School

Wednesday, June 27

4:30 - 7:00 p.m. | Family Western BBQ - Wines Park $5/plate 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Art Show - Lehi Arts Center 9:00 p.m. | Outdoor Movie - Vets Ball Park

Thursday, June 28

Cowboy Classic Golf Tournament

Hosted by the Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce; $400/team 12:00 p.m. | Animals Got Talent 6:00 p.m. | Stock Parade - Wines Park to Rodeo Grounds 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Art Show - Lehi Arts Center 8:00 p.m. | PRCA Rodeo - Family Night- Children $5

Friday, June 29

11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Round-Up Market - Wines Park 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Bingo - Wines Park 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Lehi Idol - Wines Park 6:00 p.m. | Mini Float Parade Wines Park to Lehi High School 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Art Show - Lehi Arts Center.

8:00 p.m. | PRCA Rodeo - $12/person

Saturday, June 30

7:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Chuck Wagon Breakfast - Wines Park $5/plate.

Proceeds benefit Lehi High School Booster Club.

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Art Show Lehi Arts Center 10:00 a.m. | Grand Parade - Wines Park to Lehi High School 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Round-Up Market - Wines Park 11:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Family Fun Day - Wines Park. Bracelets for bounce house activities - $5.

1:00 p.m. | Horseshoue Tournament Lehi Sports Park.

8:00 p.m. | PRCA Rodeo - $13/person. Family Dirt Dance immediately following rodeo (free).

Saratoga Springs Splash Days June 4 - 9 Monday, June 4 Arts Council Day Check in opens for Semi-Professional Level Chalk Competition - 9 am (preregistration required) Chalk Walk and Boogie- 6-8 pm Neptune Park Chalk Contest 5 pm Orchestra Concert 7:00 pm Food Truck Monday 5-9 pm Tuesday. June 5 Library Day Court of Mermaids Story Time- 6-9 pm Neptune Park Wild Wonders Animal Show- 7 pm Neptune Food Trucks 5-9 pm

Wednesday, June 6 Splash Bash Water Party- 3-5 pm Sunrise Meadows Park Carnival Open- 6:30 pm- 10 pm- Neptune park Family Day, 1 ticket per ride Search for Saratoga- Amazing Race Competition- 7:30 pm Neptune Park (preregistration encouraged) Thursday, June 7 Family Picnic in the Park- 5 pm- 11 pm Neptune Park Food Trucks 5-9 pm Magic Show- 6 pm Carnival- 4-10 pm Bike Parade- 7:30 pm (registration at event) Family Movie Night About 9:15 pm

Presented by Open Air Entertainment Friday, June 8 Food Truck Friday, Concert and Firework Show- Neptune Park Food Trucks 5-9 Saratoga Splash Days Boutique 5 pm -9 pm Friday 11 am -4 pm Saturday Carnival Friday 1 pm- 10 pm Free Concert – 8 pm Fireworks- follow the concert about 9:45 pm Saturday, June 9 Sport Tournaments 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament- 8 am Neptune Park 6 on 6 Grass Volley Ball Tournament8 am Neptune Park

Saratoga Splash Days Grand Parade 10 am 800 W- 400 N- Thunder BLVD Family Fun Day- 10 am- 10 pm Neptune Park Car Show –12-3 pm (preregistration required) Boutique 11 am- 4 pm Community Fair 11 am- 4 pm (pick up your bags and passports at the Civic Event booth) Live Entertainment- 11 am-4 pm Watermelon Contest- 1:00 pm (register that day at the Civic Event booth) Diaper Derby- 1:30 pm (register that day at the Civic Event booth) Food Vendors 11 am- 4 pm Carnival 11 am- 10 pm

Timpanogos Cave opens for the season AMERICAN FORK CANYON — The cave, cave trail and visitor center at Timpanogos Cave National Monument will open for the season on May 19. Tours will be offered daily until it closes for the season on September 3.

The cave itself my only be entered with a guided tour. Tickets for the popular cave tours frequently sell out in advance on weekends and holidays.

Advance tickets can be purchased up to 30 days prior to your visit.

Tickets for the cave tours are Age 16+ $8, 6-15, $6; 3-5 $4; infants are free, but still require a ticket. Seniors and Acess pass holders get in for 1/2 price.

The only access to the cave system is by walking a strenuous 1 1/2-mile-paved trail, which rises 1,092 ft to an elevation of 6,730 feet above sea level. The roundtrip hike and tour of the cave system takes about three hours.

Because of the steep incline, strollers and wheeled vehicles are not allowed on the trail. Pets are also prohibited.

To help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing millions of bats in North America, the

monument prohibits any boots, clothing or gear (including cameras) that have been in ANY other cave or mine at ANY time.

There are evening ranger programs on Friday and Saturday evenings at the Visitor’s Center Memorial Day through Labor Day. Upcoming program titles include: “A Living History of Mining and American Fork Canyon”, “Exploring the World of Dragonflies”, “There’s Gold in Them Thar Hills - Or is there?”

The ranger programs are free to the public.

For those looking to explore beyond the regular tous, Timpanogos Cave offers an Introduction to Caving Tour. Participants learn about caving and caving ethics as they hike off the paved trail on this special cave tour to Hansen Cave Lake.

The tour is limited to five people, age 14 years and older and requires special equipment and clothing. Advance tickets are required.

For tickets for any cave tour, call (877) 444-6777.

Photo: NPS

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'The Music Man' marches onto Centre Stage at Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy

By Christy Jepson The Crossroads Journal SANDY — 'The Music Man' marches onto Hale Centre Theatre's Centre stage at the Mountain America Performing Arts Centre in Sandy from now until June 9. With spectacular acting, singing, and dancing on a world class stage, this production is a must see for families.

For half the price of the theaters in downtown Salt Lake City, you can experience top-notch productions at the Hale Centre, much closer to Utah County.

Every member of 'The Music Man's' directing team has very high credentials, and add to that the talent and experience of the actors, it makes for an amazing show.

Jim Christian, the director, has over 40 years of professional experience as an actor, director, writer, teacher, and producer in the areas of theatre, film, and television. The music director, Gary Sorenson, shares his 13 years of music directing experience in The Music Man. He has traveled throughout the United States and Europe as a soloist in both musical theater and opera. In the past 17 years, he has performed, conducted pit orchestras, taught voice lessons and has been the music director for several productions. The choreographer, Jennifer Hill Barlow, is a former Radio City Rockette, a former dancer for Ballet West and the Gaungzhou Ballet in China, and the Utah Ballet Company. She has won Best of State Choreographer four

times.

TAIT Towers built the state-of-theart Centre Stage. There are two crane trolleys weighing 20 tons that sit high above the Centre Stage. Each crane trolley includes eight hoists and is capable of moving eight individual set pieces or performers with winches that move six feet per second. The stage also has 130 motors for hoisting, lifting, sliding and rotating The Centre Stage. The technologically-advanced stage features a center column lift, four quad lifts, two large crescent lifts and two slip stages, each independently controlled. There are also six giant LED screens that wrap the perimeter of the Centre Stage theater to enhance the immersive experience.

"The stage is a mechanical wonder," said Christian, the director. "Nothing compares to it! It is world class!"

'The Music Man' opened on Broadway in 1957 where it closed its curtain on 1,375 performances and won six Tony Awards. The first 'The Music Man' movie was made in 1962 starring Robert Preston as Harold Hill and Shirley Jones as Marian Paroo. Then, in 2003, ABC broadcasted a television production edition for The Wonderful World of Disney starring Matthew Broderick and Kristin Chenoweth.

"I've always enjoyed the throwback to Americana of 'The Music Man' and could quote the entire movie when I was young," said Gary Sorenson, music director. "The iconic songs feature tight harmonies written like a barbershop

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The Music Man at Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy. quartet. Our cast of 31 performers has mastered the music and learned to trust each other with the harmonies. The cast members' passion for the show is felt whenever they speak, dance or sing."

Some of the cast members in 'The Music Man' include: Keith McKay Evans and Addison Welch playing Harold Hill, Cecily Ellis-Bills and Rachel Woodward Hansen as Marian Paroo, Parker Burnham and Ryder Mason as Winthrop Paroo, Chris Brown and JaNae Gibbs Cottam as Mrs. Paroo, Christian Johnston and Matt Baxter as Marcellus Washburn, and Lydia Oakeson and Christine Bernards.

"This show is nostalgic. It is a reminder of the sweet, gentler times of our country. Watching this show reminds us of a life less complicated when neighbors truly cared for neighbors, and when everyone cared for everyone else as much as themselves," said Christian.

There is a unique Utah connection to

'The Music Man.' The real 'Marian the Librarian' lived in Provo, Utah. Marian Seeley and her husband Frank, knew Meredith Willson (the author, composer, and lyricist of 'The Music Man.') Frank and Meredith were stationed together during World War II. Marian Seeley worked as a medical record librarian.

Willson thought it was funny that her job was a medical records librarian and quickly gave her the nickname, 'Marian the Librarian.'

Hale Centre Theatre's The Music Man will be performed now through Jun 9 at 7:30 pm on Monday through Saturdays, and matinees Saturdays at 12:30 pm and 4:00 pm. Just a reminder that there are no children under the age of five permitted in the theater. Ticket prices are $40 for adults and $20 for youth ages five through 17. The theater is located at 9900 S. Monroe Street in Sandy, Utah.

For more information, call 801-984-9000 or visit www.hct.org.

Spring has sprung at the 14th Annual Tulip Festival

By Christy Jepson The Crossroads Journal LEHI — Even after a mild winter, there's something magical about spring. The earth becomes green and colorful again.

Now, through May 5, the Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point will be a sea of color as nearly 300,000 tulips brighten up the paths and walkways at the 14th annual Tulip Festival.

According to Tony Latimer, head of horticulture at Thanksgiving Point, 282,000 tulips imported from Holland were planted last fall in order to bloom for this year's festival. Out of those thousands of tulips, there are 130 different varieties of tulips, and 12 Antique tulip varieties (the oldest variety is from 1595).

"All the tulips from last year were dug up and sold off at our greenhouse. We purchased all new bulbs and created new designs," said Latimer. So each year the festival has new designs, flowers and activities.

So how do Latimer and Ashton Gardens design and create such an amazing Tulip Festival each year? "We will start designing next year's Tulip Festival during this year's festival. Our design team critiques our show and looks for ways to improve and change.

We then meet with bulb companies from the Netherlands and see which bulbs varieties are available," said Latimer.

"The new design needs to be complete and new bulbs ordered in early June.

New bulbs arrive mid-September they are divided into the various gardens and

then planted. This process takes us about 4 weeks."

Not only can guests expect to see colorful and beautiful tulips, there are many other types of flowers throughout the gardens. These include: 200,000 naturalized Daffodils, 200,000 other spring bulbs (like Fritillaria, Hyacinths, Allium, Scillia, Muscari, Chionodoxa, and Anemones), 52,000 Pansies and Violas, 15,000 English Daisies, and 12,000 Iceland Poppies.

Some of the other activities at the 2018 Tulip Festival include: *Antique Tulips area: In this area, you can see antique tulips as old as 1595.

These are actual bulbs that have lasted for centuries. These tulips our supplied

by Hortus Bulborum which is a living museum in the Netherlands that is about conservation of historic and rare bulbs. *Dutch Days April 27-28: Enjoy authentic Dutch food, music and storytelling.

*Wooden Shoe Scavenger Hunt: Scattered throughout the gardens are giant wooden shoes. Find all the shoes in the scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes. *Children's Activities in the Tulip Tot Playland: Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Mondays from 4-8 p.m.

In this area children can make crafts, play games, and jump in bounce houses. *Swing Dance May 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Back again this year is the Utah Swing Orchestra playing fun dancing music for everyone next to the waterfall. *Tulip Festival Photo Contest: All photographers are invited to submit their favorite shots from this year's festival for a chance to win prizes. See website for more information. *Festival Market in the Waterfall Amphitheater: Fridays and Saturdays all dayFood trucks and vendors will be there.

At the end of the Tulip Festival, the tulip bulbs from the event go on sale for four dollars per dozen. The Tulip Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Thanksgiving Point members can enjoy an early admission from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. each opening day. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for senior and children aged 3-12. Military personnel get a 25 percent discount with valid ID. Entrance is free to Thanksgiving Point members and children under two.

Cedar Hills to hold Service Day

By Linda Petersen The Crossroads Journal CEDAR HILLS -- The city will hold its citywide Annual Service Day on Saturday, May 19. The city service project will be held at Heritage Park, 4425 W Cedar Hills Drive beginning at 10 a.m. that day.

Volunteers are invited to participate and should bring gloves, shovels, rakes and hand trowels. Pizza will be served to

all volunteers at 1 p.m. They are asking that volunteers sign up at cedarhills.org/ service2018.

For more information, call or text Beautification Committee Chair Boyd Wilkins at 801-822-7601.

The city is also celebrating Arbor Day with a photo contest. Residents who plant a tree on or before Arbor Day, April 27, can send their photos to Laurie Petersen at lpetersen@cedarhills.org to be entered to win two free tickets to Thanksgiving Point Gardens.

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By Christy Jepson The Crossroads Journal HIGHLAND — Not every day does a 16-year old musician get professional advice and encouragement from Lionel Ritchie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry.

Highland resident, Cesley Parrish had a dream come true when she had the opportunity to advance through several rounds of auditions for ABC's relaunch of "American Idol" which aired in March.

Parrish was one of 300,000 people that tried out for "American Idol" in Provo last August. She sang 'You are My Sunshine' by Johnny Cash.

"The talent scout cut me off about ten seconds into my song. She listened to about three songs from everyone else in my line. I was so nervous," said Parrish.

"She told me not to be nervous and that she knew in the first ten seconds that she was going to put me through because she liked my style."

After the audition, Parrish had a brief interview with the casting producers to tell them about herself and then they filmed her singing again. Since the producer liked her style and tone, she flew to Los Angeles to sing for them there too. According to Parrish they liked her style and taste in music, so then it was off to more auditions in New Orleans.

This time she would audition in front of the celebrity judges: Lionel Ritchie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry. She sang for them 'You Are My Sunshine.'

"In the end, I left with three yesses!

My whole family ran in and surrounded me, we were all super excited," said Par-

rish. After finding out she was advancing further, Lionel Ritchie came up to Parrish and put his hands on her shoulders and told her to never change. "He said that the industry will try and change me but to stay true to myself, my style, and my music," said Parrish.

Soon she and her mother were on a plane to Hollywood for more rounds of auditions. The first song she performed when she first got there was 'Heaven'

by Bryan Adams. She had only 45 seconds to show the judges her unique style and talent. After the solo round, she advanced to a group round. After singing 'Staying Alive' only three of the four singers in her group continued on, Parrish was one of them. The next round was a solo round again in which she performed with a band.

"I performed 'Rhiannon' by Fleetwood Mac. It was awesome! Sadly I got cut that round but I was in the top 70. It was an awesome opportunity!" said Parrish.

The biggest lesson that Parrish learned from this entire experience is to be true to yourself. "The music industry changes people fast; you can get caught up in the wrong things. They will try and effect what you think, sing, and act. It's important to stay true to your art," said Parrish.

Even after the judges came into the room to tell her that she wasn't going to be going onto the next round, Parrish was still determined to follow her heart and fulfilling her dreams of being a professional musician.

"My plans for the future is to share my music with the world. I'm going to be releasing an album soon," said Parrish.

"If you want something you just have to go for it."