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Millcreek is one of 49 cities who participated in the Utah Wellbeing Survey Project conducted by the Utah State University in 2024. This project is designed to assess the wellbeing and local perspectives of city residents and to provide information to city leaders to inform general planning processes. Millcreek advertised the survey for residents largely through social media and newsletters. All city residents age 18+ were encouraged to take the online survey. Survey participants were asked about their overall personal wellbeing and overall community wellbeing in Millcreek. These wellbeing indica- RING IN 2025 WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS AT MILLCREEK’S SPECTACULAR BIG BOOM BASH. For those of you who like to turn in early, join us for Early Eve. There will be a DJ, games, a dance party, arcade, food, and fun. There will even be a fireworks show and countdown at 8pm! You can even tuck in the kids at home, put on your New Year’s Eve best, and come back for Out Late. The fun begins again at 9pm with live music, dancing, 21+ drinks, classic arcade games, and a fireworks show and countdown at midnight. Early Eve from 6 pm-8 pm and is $5 per person. Out Late fun is from 9 pm-12:30 am and is $25 per person. All ages are welcome at both events. Resolve to have more fun and sparkle in the new year starting with the Big Boom Bash. Tickets at millcreekcommon.org. We’ve long heard of the benefits of play for healthy childhood development. Ac- cording to the National Institute for Play, it’s also crucial for adults, too. Having some downtime and fun, especially outdoors, does wonders for our mental health, brain func- tion, creativity, productivity, and physical health, too, they say. So as Millcreek’s District Two Council- man, I’m encouraged by the many efforts in Millcreek right now to encourage us all to PLAY! In my district, we have repaved the Scott Avenue Park parking lot, making that special open space more accessible and enjoyable. In response to numerous requests from the community, Millcreek recently completed a project to replace the aging tennis courts at Canyon Rim Park and transform them into 10 new pickleball courts. These are some of the best pickle- ball courts in the state (with some of the best views, too)! In 2023, community residents reported unsafe conditions of the playground equipment at Fortuna Park. This was con- firmed by Salt Lake County experts and the playground was removed to eliminate the potential risk. Residents should see a new playground next summer, thanks to a line item in the city budget. COUNCIL CORNER THOM DESIRANT COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 cont. on page 8: Playing Playing to Win cont. on page 3: Study Jan 1-11 OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 9 PM ARCADE ARCADE As the holiday season approaches, I find myself swept up in a whirlwind of excite- ment and nostalgia. The air is filled with a sense of magic, and I can’t help but reflect on the traditions that make this time of year so special in Millcreek. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer, there’s something magical about this time of year in our beloved community. Here’s are a few of my family’s favorite events to attend. Ever since the skate loop at Millcreek Com- mon was completed, we love watching the Millcreek Magic Ice Show. The perfor- mances are mesmerizing and I can’t wait to see their themed performance this year on 12.5-12.7. Speaking of Mill- creek Common, the Millcreek Community Theater is having their annual performance at The Grandview this year. This year’s play is, ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,’ and I can’t wait to watch. Another favorite is always the Holiday Luminary at Wasatch Lawn & Memorial Park on 12.14. Milton and I love trying new traditions, too. We heard there’s a wreath-making class at Blooms and Co. on 12.7 from 11am-3pm that we’re excited to try. We’re also looking forward to taking our grandkids to the Millcreek Library for the Grinch Movie and Craft event on 12.7 from 2-4pm. Millcreek offers an abundance of activities that celebrate togetherness, joy, and the spirit of giving. I’d love to hear about your favorite family traditions and holiday activi- ties. Whether you’re enjoying the twinkling lights, shopping at our one-of-a kind local business, or participating in community events, there’s no shortage of festive fun to be had. Embrace the magic of the season and make unforgettable memories in our vibrant town. Happy Holidays! XOXOX, Millie Here’s Millie! MILLCREEK 1330 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 PRESRT STD US POSTAGE PA I D PERMIT 7148 SLC, UT Millcreek's Wellbeing Measured in Study Millie Millc reek BIG BOOM BASH NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN AT MILLCREEK COMMON AND THE GRANDVIEW DEC 31 GET TICKETS AT: MillcreekCommon.org EARLY EVE: 6-8 PM DJ, Games, Dance Party, Arcade. $5 per person, kids 2 and under are free. OUT LATE: 9 PM-12:30 AM Live music, Games, Dancing, Arcade, 21+ Drinks, Fireworks show and countdown at midnight! $25 per person. All ages welcome Millcreek, Connected by Nature I Volume: 8, Issue: 11 I December 2024 I millcreekUT.gov ---PAGE BREAK--- cont. from page 1: Study 2 M I L L C R E E K N E W S D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 3 Millcreek Promise is so grateful for the relationships and partnerships we have had throughout this year. This Year in Review highlights some of the work we accom- plished together this year. 1 FEBRUARY: INTERFAITH HARMONY EVENT Millcreek Promise in collaboration with Community Life and the Mayor’s Interfaith Council hosted a night of performances to celebrate Interfaith Harmony Week 2 APRIL: RESOURCE FAIR We showed up for the Bud Bailey community again this year by hosting a resource fair full of fun for the whole family and connection to many different agencies and resources in the community. 3 MAY: BIKE RODEO The Promise Safety committee showed up for kids that attend James E. Moss Elementary by teaching bicy- cle safety tips and even giving away bikes and helmets! 4 JULY: CANYON RIM – LETTERS TO VETS As a mental health initiative, Millcreek Promise hosted a table where residents could write letters to veterans at the Canyon Rim Care Day of Service 5 SEPTEMBER: 9/11 DAY OF SERVICE The Millcreek community came together to do service projects at multiple locations throughout Millcreek for the National 9/11 Service Day. 6 OCTOBER: WRAPPED UP DIGITAL SKILLS COHORT October marked the end of a year long initiative to provide digital literacy skills and laptops to residents. 7 NOVEMBER: VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT Millcreek Promise thanked its volunteers for showing up for the community this year. This summer Millcreek Promise operated a citywide produce collection and share program called “Garden for Good,” having piloted the program in summer of 2023 with WasteLess Solu- tions, a local non-profit specializing in food rescue. This year, the program ran from June through mid-October, and eight residents at their homes, plus City Hall, hosted weekly collection sites. People from all over Millcreek contributed surplus fruit and vegetables. Volunteer drivers collected it and delivered to Maliheh Clinic, Bud Bailey Apartments, and Jewish Family Services Food Pantry. All of these Millcreek organizations are uniquely situated to provide fresh produce to those who can use it in our community. “Our clients so appreciate the Garden for Good program in Millcreek bringing us fresh produce all summer. We receive donations of more “shelf stable” foods regularly from the Utah Food Bank and others, but the beautiful homegrown fresh fruits and vegetables have been a wonderful “plus” for our clients,” said Claudia Cruz, Jewish Family Services Food Pantry Coordinator. Not everyone has the space, time, or money to grow a garden. Those Millcreek residents who do, however, truly came through. Over one ton of fresh produce grown in Millcreek found its way into Garden for Good coolers this summer. It was shared with others, instead of going to waste. Thank you to all who contributed. Thanks also to the volunteers who hosted coolers weekly at their homes, and to our cadre of volunteer drivers who drove collection routes and got the food to our part- ner agencies. Millcreek Promise plans to continue Garden for Good again in 2025 as we seek to improve food security in our community. Watch for program updates in the spring of 2025! MILLCREEK PROMISES KEPT Millcreek Promise Year in Review 2024 Garden for Good is a Win for Millcreek tors were both measured on a 5-point scale from poor to excellent The average personal wellbeing score in Millcreek was 4.23 with 83% of respondents indicating their wellbeing at a 4 or 5 on the 5-point scale. The average score for community wellbeing in Millcreek was 3.82 with 68% of respondents indicating community wellbeing at a 4 or 5 on the 5-point scale. ZIP code 84124 had statistically higher overall personal and community wellbeing scores than ZIP code 84106. COMPARING WELLBEING ACROSS UTAH The Utah League of Cities and Towns clusters cities and towns into five different categories based on size and growth rates. We utilize these clusters in our analysis. Millcreek is classified as a City of the 1st and 2nd Class. Some cities may fit within more than one cluster. Within the more Urban city cluster, Mill- creek was well above the average overall per- sonal wellbeing score and above the average overall community wellbeing score. These graphs are just two of many indi- cating Wellbeing in Millcreek as compiled through the USU Survey. The entire report is available on the Utah State University website at usu.edu/Utah-wellbeing-project/. Although there were not as many respon- dents as hoped, we thank the USU staff who collected and prepared the information that was presented to the city council. This over- view will be helpful in conversations about the direction of our city. In a world increasingly dependent on digital connectivity, one Millcreek employee is dedi- cated to closing the digital literacy gap. Collyn Mosquito has marked the conclusion of a year- long fellowship with the national organization, NTEN, turn- ing an initial idea from October 2023 into a thriving reality. Over the past year, Collyn has taught digital skills to 85 residents across the city, equipped them with laptops and developed a six-week basic digital skills course designed to empower community members. “I could not have done it without Comcast, who donated 100 laptops worth $25,000 and Google Fiber who provided $5,000 to start the program,” said Mosquito. The initiative provides essential resources and has inspired personal success stories. At the Dominguez Park Senior Community, a resident expressed heartfelt gratitude to Collyn and fellow volunteer Kiana, describing them as a blessing in his life. Armed with a new laptop, the resident is using his newfound digital skills to learn to read. Similarly, a 19-year-old immigrant from Peru found the Excel skills taught in the course invaluable in her quest for office employment. During the fellowship graduation, Collyn received the ‘Inspirational Leader Award,’ a recognition bestowed by fellow participants. “The real inspirations were the students I was honored to interact with and the other fellows in my cohort,” he noted humbly. As Collyn looks forward to continuing Millcreek’s work in improving digital literacy, he remains committed to making technology accessible and beneficial for all community members. “People want to learn these skills, young and old, espe- cially amongst the New Americans community,” he said. “People are so grateful for these laptops and being able to continue learning.” Collyn Helps Close the Digital Literacy Gap Millcreek Employee Celebrates Successful Year in Digital Inclusion Fellowship From corporate seminars to retreats, weddings to special anniversaries, our team creates memorable events using our excellently staffed amenities.  Outdoor/Indoor facility rentals, including The Grandview at the top of City Hall  Rent the Skate Loop and/or climbing wall with friendly, expert staff  Catering options, sound system, and customizable interactive lighting CURIOUS? CONTACT US AT [PHONE REDACTED] OR [EMAIL REDACTED] 1354 E Chambers Avenue I Millcreek, UT 84106 millcreekcommon.org Millcreek Common—uncommonly perfect for events. Come, gather, grow closer. T H E G R A N D V I E W. C R E A T E E V E N T S L I K E N O W H E R E E L S E . ---PAGE BREAK--- ARCADE ARCADE Taught by the Utah Hockey Club Dates and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays January 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30. 5-7 years old; 5:00-6:00pm, 8-11 years old; 6:00-7:00pm Cost: $250 for 8 on-ice sessions. One hour classes. Registered players will be fit with head-to-toe hockey gear and a jersey. USA Hockey registration included Must be 5-9 years of age to participate Register at bit.ly/millcreekhockey Taught by the Utah Hockey Club Dates and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays January 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30. 5-7 years old; 5:00-6:00pm, 8-11 years old; 6:00-7:00pm Cost: $250 for 8 on-ice sessions. One hour classes. Registered players will be fit with head-to-toe hockey gear and a jersey. USA Hockey registration included Must be 5-9 years of age to participate Register at bit.ly/millcreekhockey COMMONLY SCENE 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 5 Millcreek Community Life December Events At A Glance P U B L I C M A R K E T 1 S T F L O O R O F C I T Y H A L L 1 3 3 0 E A S T C H A M B E R S A V E AT M I L L C R E E K C O M M O N VOLUNTEER FOR FUN AND PERKS You are wanted as ambassadors of fun and community. Apply at MillcreekCommon.org to be a volunteer. 12.5-12.7 TICKETS & INFORMATION AT MILLCREEKCOMMON.ORG Two, 25-min ice performances per night at 5:30 PM & 7:00 PM. Tickets are $5 per person. Children under 2 are free. Ticket revenue will be used to fairly compensate show performers and other creative collaborators. Limited tickets per show. M Y T H S Taught by Learn to Skate USA Certified Instructors Dates and Times: January 7-February 13 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) 5:00pm, 5:30pm, 6:00pm, and 6:30pm Cost: $80 for 6 30 minute classes Skate rentals are included Registration required at millcreekcommon.org Learn Play Hockey v Skate School is in Session! m winter solstice light celebration SATURDAY, DEC. 21 I 7–8 PM 7-9pm, The Skate Loop at Millcreek Common Celebrate ice skating around the world. See a parade of skaters 7:00pm-7:30pm free skating session (first-come, first served). After the parade (7:30pm-9pm) Skate Loop admission and ice skate rentals are free to the public. 6 PM at Millcreek Common Join Rabbi Spector of Kol Ami, Mayor Silvestrini, and the Millcreek City Council, to light the menorah to celebrate Hanukkah with good company, hot cocoa, and donuts. The Grandview at Millcreek Common Presented by our own Millcreek Community Theater. More info in ad on page 8. Tickets at Millcreektheater.org Millcreek Common & The Grandview Early Eve: 6 PM-8 PM $5 per person, kids 2 and under are free. DJ, Games, Dance Party, Arcade. Fireworks show and countdown at 8 PM! Out Late: 9 PM-12:30 AM $25 per person. All ages welcome. Live music, Games, Dancing, Arcade, 21+ Drinks, Fireworks show and countdown at midnight! Tickets at MillcreekCommon.org 6-9pm at Public Market Join the Dutch Social Club of Utah to celebrate Sinterklaas, the patron saint of children. In the Netherlands, December 5th is the big day for gift giving during the Dutch winter holiday season. (12.21) 5-9pm (12.22) 11-6pm The Public Market at Millcreek Common An eclectic gathering of local makers and creatives vending handmade wares, holiday gifts, vintage collections and artisan foods. Last minute shoppers rejoice and stuff your bags with unique offerings. 12.29 12.5-12.7 12.31 12.21-12.22 MENORAH LIGHTING THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER BIG BOOM BASH: EARLY EVE & OUT LATE WINTER SOLSTICE BAZAAR EXPLORE MORE! Visit millcreekcommon.org for more event details. SEEKING UTAH-BASED CREATORS AND ARTISANS P u b l i c M a r k e t O p p o r t u n i t i e s ! Markets will be hosted on the Millcreek Common Plaza and on the 1st floor of City Hall. Apply at MillcreekCommon.org to be a seller. PARTNER WITH US TO SELL YOUR WARES DIRECTLY 7:00 PM-8:00 PM. Millcreek Common FREE! Celebrate the shortest day of the year by bringing more light to the world! Come light a luminaria for hope in the new year, dance around the fire, and enjoy poetry. Write down things you want to let-go on a mini scroll to toss into the burning bowl. 4pm-8pm, Millcreek Common & Public Market Ho-Ho-Holiday fun with Santa, photo booth, cookies, and hot cocoa. Tree lighting at 7:30pm. All free! AND Millcreek Community Theater presents a keepsake star craft, gift basket raffle, and more. Proceeds benefit the Millcreek Community Theater. Dec 5–7, 5:30pm & 7:00pm, Millcreek Common Celebrate the timeless power of storytelling and the artistry of ice skating. More info on Page 5. BIG BOOM BASH NEW YEAR COUNTDOWN AT MILLCREEK COMMON THE GRANDVIEW Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub 1354 E. Chambers Ave., Millcreek Don't miss this years "mythic" ice show! come to life on a stage of ice as skaters dazzle and delight in the Millcreek Magic Ice Show. This ice-skating adventure will immerse you in a world of wonder and imagination. From December 5-7, two enchanting 25-minute performances each night at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM will showcase captivating costumes, breathtaking choreography, and mesmerizing music. This year’s theme celebrates legendary tales and will take you into the heart of your favorite and stories. Limited tickets are available so secure your seats early to experience this extraordinary event. Come Play! WINTER ICE SKATING HOURS! November 15-December 4 Sun-Thur 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-10pm 11/28/2024 CLOSED December 5-7 10:30am-4pm* and 8pm-10pm *Last day-time session starts at 2:30pm Closed between 4pm and 8pm for the Millcreek Magic Ice Show. Show tickets available at millcreekcommon.org December 8-19 Sun-Thur 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-10pm December 20-January 4 Every Day 10:30am-10pm 12/24/2024 Last Session at 3:00pm, 12/25/2024 CLOSED OPEN LATE FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE! millcreekcommon.org @millcreekcommon 11.30 12.21 12.3 12.5-12.7 HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING & THEATER FUNDRAISER LIGHT CELEBRATION SINTERKLASSFEEST IN THE HOLIDAY SHOPPES MILLCREEK MAGIC ICE SHOW WORLD ICE SKATING DAY 12.15 11.1 - 12.24 11am - 9pm Millcreek’s holiday market returns from November 1 to December 24 in the Public Market at Millcreek Common. Shop local this season with Utah’s Own products from farmers and food artisans. Shoppers can buy items to enjoy or build a customized gift box, perfect for memorable gifting to neighbors and friends this season. 12.31 - 1.11 11am - 9pm Back by popular demand! The Electric Alley Arcade features classic arcade games like pinball, bubble hockey, skee-ball, and more. Come play! 1.18 - 2.17 11am - 9pm Art Market Wonders of Winter features local, Utah- based fine artists who work in a variety of mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, and woodwork. Explore emerging artisans and new works from renowned professionals as the community gathers to celebrate visual art. Celebrate the shortest day of the year by bringing more light to the world! Come light a luminaria for hope in the new year, dance around the fire, and enjoy poetry. Write down things you want to let-go on a mini scroll to toss into the burning bowl. This is a free event, and all are invited! ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 M I L L C R E E K N E W S D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 7 The Millcreek Business Council celebrates Millcreek businesses when they have an important milestone. In October, members of the Business Council and City Council participated in ribbon cuttings for two of our businesses, Hotworx and Millcreek Meadows. We are thrilled to have these businesses in our city. Give them your business! OCTOBER 20TH, 2024 HOTWORX GRAND RE-OPENING 3941 WASATCH BLVD, MILLCREEK [PHONE REDACTED] I HOTWORX.NET Check out Millcreek’s top infrared fit- ness center, HOTWORX Millcreek! Our 24/7 studio features 12 unique workouts, including high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and isometric sessions. OCTOBER 26TH, 2024 MILLCREEK MEADOWS GRAND OPENING 4535 S 1500 E, MILLCREEK MILLCREEKMEADOWS.COM Whether it’s a home school, nature school, or public-school setting, kids need to experience the possibilities that nature and animals provide. Equine ther- apy offers a powerful and transformative experience through the lens of connect- ing as individuals with horses. On September 21st, 2024, a road rage incident oc- curred near 4500 South and 1500 East where a shot was fired at another driver. The initial officer had only recently finished field training and requested assis- tance. Detective Creno was very supportive and helped guide the newer officer through the initial investiga- tion. With her assistance, information was gathered that helped identify the suspect shooter. Creno's knowledge and experience proved invaluable as well as her willingness to assist newer officers. Additionally, during the 2024-2025 training period, Detective Creno developed and taught a Mental Health training class for the entire Unified Police Department. Preparation and teaching for the class took a considerable amount of time and effort. She had to accommodate each precinct and every shift department wide. Detective Creno not only managed to take on this very large extra task, but she also did so while maintaining her current work queue and as- sisting patrol with calls for service. Thanks to Detective Creno’s outstanding work ethic combined with her mental health knowledge, train- ing and experience, as well as her willingness to help others, she was able to inform, train, and help members of our organization in dealing with men- tal health related issues. For this, Detective Tracey Creno is the September Officer of the Month. Millcreek Business Milestones DETECTIVE TRACEY CRENO 1. CANDY 2. COOKIES 3. FRIENDS 4. GIFT 5. ICICLE 6. LIGHTS 7. MILLCREEK 8. MITTENS 9. MOOSE 10. SKATING 11. SNOW 12. TREE Help Milo find some of his holiday favorites! Circle the words in the puzzle and have fun! Holiday Word Search By Ryan Lufkin, Millcreek Historic Preservation Commission Perched on a hilltop on the north side of Big Cot- tonwood Regional Park – Big Cottonwood area, high above the Larry H Miller Softball Complex, stands a structure many have likened to a space- ship ready to blast off for another world! This dy- namic structure is a cherished piece of historical architecture designed by renowned Utah architect, L. Keith Sorenson. Sorenson’s work spans over 50 years and is noted for his work in historic preservation and community-building efforts. His work includes designing multi-family buildings, healthcare facilities, hotels, and other significant projects across the Inter- mountain West. He also played a prominent role in local civic projects, such as helping to found the City Council of Taylors- ville, Utah, reflecting his deep involvement in urban develop- ment and preservation efforts In 1974, Sorenson and structural engineer Morris Page col- laborated with the timberland company Weyerhauser to build these Modernist pavilions. There are actually three identical structures scattered across Salt Lake County: one located in Holladay at Walter Frederick Morrison Disk Golf Course at Creekside, one in Taylorsville at Southridge Park, and ours here in Millcreek. Sixteen curved, laminated beams, 34 feet long, each weigh- ing roughly 5,000 pounds, make up each structure. Fabricated in Canada and trucked to Millcreek, the ribs are held together with a steel compression ring at the top and anchored by 16 concrete pillars. These structures have been compared to fun- nels, circus tents, volcanoes, and pagodas, but Sorenson said there were no such references in his design. They had to be big, they had to be open with no interior posts, and they had to make a statement. And 50 years later they still do! Big Cottonwood Park Pavilion HISTORIC SPOTLIGHT Hometown Values DECEMBER BUSINESS OF THE MONTH Millcreek is the only city in Utah that is represented by all four members of Congress thanks to the way the Utah State Legislature drew congressional boundaries. But I have not forgotten Millcreek, and I’m proud to represent many of you in Congress! The part of Millcreek that is in my district – District 2 – includes the area between 700 East and 2000 East, north of 3900 South to the Salt Lake City boundary. I’m proud that your city center, Millcreek Common, is in my Congressional district. I was honored to personally attend the grand opening of that beautiful building just over a year ago. I’ve held events at Millcreek Pizza House there on the Common and met with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini and City Manager Mike Winder at the city hall just last month. Millcreek’s City Hall is unlike anything that I’ve seen in the nation. It offers a public market, a climb- ing wall, restaurants, and a community reception space (with fantastic mountain views, I might add). Congratulations on being best in class! It’s always a pleasure to visit with Millcreek’s lead- ers, and Mayor Silvestrini and your council mem- bers are always good to call on me when they are in the nation’s capital for League of Cities trainings. You are fortunate to have good, collaborative, city leaders and my office works closely with them. I’m proud that I was able to work with the other members of the Utah Congressional Delegation and secure federal funding to help with the construc- tion of a Neffs Canyon Debris Basin. We worked to protect the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, and I helped champion a $2.5 million Land, Water, Conservation Fund grant through the National Park Service for the city that will be a huge assist in making Phase II of Millcreek Common a reality. A major street that runs through Millcreek, as you know, is 3900 South. In fact, this street touches all four of Utah’s Congressional districts in Millcreek. I’ve been meeting with your city leaders and others to look at how we can get some federal funding to help add and improve bike lanes on that important corridor. As a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I am committed to helping with this as much as I can as well as cutting any red tape that could delay projects intended to improve your city. Thank you, Millcreek, for letting me continue to serve as your congresswoman. You are a valued and vital part of Utah’s Second Congressional Dis- trict. You can count on me to be your partner in DC. If you’d like to stay up to date on my work in Con- gress, you can sign up for my eNewsletter or follow me on X, Instagram, and Facebook. BUSINESS CORNER Calling All Artists! The Art Market is returning to the Public Market at Millcreek Common in January, 2025. Artist applications are now open. Use the QR code or go to millcreekcommon.org/artmarket. MORE NEWS EVERY FRIDAY Sign up at millcreekUT. gov/217/Newsletters First Tuesday of Every Month 8:00 to 9:00 AM Millcreek Coffee Roasters 1330 E Chambers Ave 1st Floor A W A R D S P O N S O R E D B Y POLICY MAKER FORUM CELESTE MALOY U.S. CONGRESS Cameron Wellness & Spa brings together an enviorn- ment of healing, relaxation, renewal, and rejuvena- tion, with the most innocatibe alternative medical technology and expertise. During medical school and residency Dr. Cameron and his wife Jennie, envi- sioned a clinical practice that included general natu- ropathic and specialty medical services combined. In 1997, Dr. Cameron and his family returned to Utah and established one of the first Complementary and Alternative medical clinics in Utah. Today, the Cam- eron Wellness Center remains a safe, healing oasis. 3378 S 2300 E, Millcreek [PHONE REDACTED] cameronwellnessandspa.com AT THE GRANDVIEW Prize Bingo Night is Coming Back in January! A big win for the new year! Keep enjoying the great view from The Grandview on the 6th floor of city hall. All while having fun and helping Millcreek’s Promise Program to improve the safety, health, education, and economic well-being of Millcreek’s youth and families. Huge prizes. Everyone eligible to play and win. $5 suggested donation per bingo card. M i l o ’ s K i d C o r n e r A P L AC E TO P L AY M I L L C R E E K O F F I C E R O F T H E M O N T H S U C C E S S S T O R I E S ---PAGE BREAK--- As part of our commitment to sustainability and com- pliance with Senate Bill 110, passed in 2022, Millcreek is in the process of drafting a comprehensive “Water Use and Preservation Element” for our General Plan. This essential document will address the ways we can manage water resources effectively while planning for future development. Here’s a breakdown of the primary components that are required by the legislation: 1. Integrated Water & Land Use Element: Examine how different development patterns impact water demand and the existing water infrastructure. This analysis is crucial to ensure that our growth does not outpace our water resources. 2. Reducing Water Demand: Outline methods for decreasing water demand and per capita usage for both existing and future developments. This includes initiatives that can be implemented immediately as well as long-term strategies for new projects. 3. Efficient Operations: Explore potential modifications to minimize water waste, aligning our policies with our conservation goals to identify wasteful practices. 4. Landscape Standards: Specify landscaping options for current and future developments that do not rely on traditional lawns or turf. Establish low water use landscaping standards for various types of projects, including commercial, industrial, and multifamily housing. Currently, as part of the “Flip your Strip” pro- gram, Millcreek homeowners, HOA’s, and Commercial Property Owners are able to apply for rebates to replace existing landscaping with new waterwise landscaping that is designed for Utah’s climate. These rebates are available in partnership with the Utah Division of Water Resources, the Central Utah Water Conservancy District, the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, and local water providers. 5. Impacts on the Great Salt Lake: Last but not least, since Millcreek is located within the Great Salt Lake Watershed, we will be considering how our Water Use and Preservation Element will impact the Great Salt Lake. Residents are encouraged to share their insights and suggestions around water conservation strategies. As we move forward with this critical component of our General Plan, we are committed to fostering a sustain- able Millcreek. Your support will help ensure that we protect our water resources for generations to come. Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved! In the meantime, take a moment and review the “Water Conservation Guide” and “Sustainability Action Plan” located on the Millcreek website. For more info, contact Robert May in the Millcreek Planning Department at [EMAIL REDACTED]. Millcreek’s Water Use and Preservation What You Need to Know BE IN THE KNOW P O L I C I E S I O R D I N A N C E S I P R O C E D U R E S 8 M I L L C R E E K N E W S D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 millcreekUT.gov City Hall: 1330 E Chambers Ave Millcreek, UT 84106 Main: (801) 214-2700 MILLCREEK CITY HALL [PHONE REDACTED] Unified Police Department NON EMERGENCY Number [PHONE REDACTED] Animal Services Adoption, Licensing, Lost & Found [PHONE REDACTED] Aging Services Active Aging, Meals on Wheels, Senior Transportation [PHONE REDACTED] Assessor Property Taxes, Audit [PHONE REDACTED] Clerk Elections, Passport, Marriage [PHONE REDACTED] Division of Wildlife Resources Removal of live Raccoons, Skunks [PHONE REDACTED] Flood Control Creeks, Rivers, Canals [PHONE REDACTED] Justice Court Tickets, Small Claims Court [PHONE REDACTED] Millcreek Common Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub [PHONE REDACTED] Parks & Recreation Park reservations [PHONE REDACTED] Public Works Storm drains, Snowplowing, Streetlights, Pavement [PHONE REDACTED] Rocky Mountain Power Outages [PHONE REDACTED] SLC Public Utilities Waterline break emergency [PHONE REDACTED] Surveyor Surveying, Boundaries, Parcel Maps [PHONE REDACTED] Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling Garbage & Recycling pickup, dumpster program [PHONE REDACTED] © 2024 MILLCREEK NEWS important PHONE NUMBERS On the west edge of our city, we are working closely with Salt Lake County and the Jordan River Commission to create a trailhead for the Jordan River Parkway in Millcreek for the first time. In addition to parking spaces, picnic pa- vilions, and a boat launch, there is also a new bridge so that users can do a half-mile loop. We’ve been fortunate in assembling numerous grants to pay for this new access to the beauti- ful natural spaces along the Jordan River. Look for a grand opening in the spring! Our city’s Venture Out! program continues to be successful, and includes summertime movies in various parks around our city and the Millfreaks citywide scavenger hunt each fall. Attendance at the Venture Out! Adven- tures at Camp Tracy in Millcreek Canyon continues to grow each year, too. And of course, in our city center, we are playing to win in a very big way with Millcreek Common. Our first season with the largest outdoor climbing wall in the state was a huge success with over 10,000 paying climbers. Roller skating and ice skating on the largest outdoor ice in Utah continues to be fun for young and old. But the best is yet to come. In April 2025, we will break ground on Millcreek Common Phase II, which will include a playground, splash creek, skate canyon, and 18-hole miniature golf course. City leaders are work- ing hard to gather millions in federal, state, and county grants to make this magical open space a reality. So, keep playing to win, Millcreek! We’ll continue working hard to keep up. STAY UP TO DATE ON MILLCREEK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR WEEKLY ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER FOR THE LATEST NEWS AND CITY MEETING AGENDAS: MILLCREEKUT.GOV/217/NEWSLETTERS Join us for City Council meetings every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7 PM. Work meeting times at millcreekut.gov Millcreek City Hall, 1330 E Chambers Ave Meetings are live streamed at millcreekut.gov MT. OLYMPUS COMMUNITY COUNCIL RICHARD WILLIAMSON [EMAIL REDACTED] CANYON RIM CITIZEN’S ASSOCIATION MIKE RUSH, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] MILLCREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL JEREMIAH CLARK, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] EAST MILL CREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL NANCY CARLSON-GOTTS, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] ENGAGE WITH YOUR COMMUNITY AND CITY COUNCILS CITY COUNCIL DIST. 1 SILVIA CATTEN [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DIST. 3 CHERI JACKSON [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DIS. 4 BEV UIPI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] MAYOR JEFF SILVESTRINI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] For all community council meeting times and locations please Visit millcreekut.gov and go to calendar CITY COUNCIL DIST. 2 THOM DESIRANT [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] Meet in-person with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini on Fridays from 2-4 PM for 15 minutes. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule. MEET WITH THE MAYOR cont. from page 1: Playing Make Your Christmas The Best Christmas Ever By Attending The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Bring the family and join us at The Grandview at Millcreek Common (1330 E Chambers Ave) for a hilarious and heartwarming holiday performance running December 5th, 6th, 7th. The show starts 8pm plus a Saturday matinee at 2pm. The Millcreek Community Theater cast of, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” consists of a vibrant group of local actors and production crafts people who volunteer their time and skills to create this wonderful show for the community. The show is directed by Millcreek resident Traci Nelson. Purchase tickets at millcreektheater.org.