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06/2/2023 - FIX THE POTHOLES!; DON'T MOVE THE BOULDERS; VENTURE OUT! STARTS; etc. View this email in your browser ---PAGE BREAK--- Announcements PUBLIC MEETINGS Mt Olympus Community Council Mon., 6/5/23, 6 pm Churchill Jr High 3450 Oakview Dr Millcreek Community Council Tues., 6/6/23, 6:30 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Or join virtually HERE Canyon Rim Citizens Association Wed., 6/7/23, 7 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Or join virtually HERE Historic Preservation Commission Thurs., 6/8/23, 6 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Or join virtually HERE NEWS Fix The Darn Potholes! MILLCREEK. We hear from residents often with the same request - "fix the darn potholes!". This snowy winter was extremely hard on our streets with frequent freezing/thawing episodes and lots of snowplowing. Potholes have seemed to develop almost every street all over the city. Patches that were applied to many potholes during the winter months are breaking loose and popping out. This is due to the fact that the type of cold patch asphalt that is available in the winter months is not as good as the patch material that is available in the warm summer months and does not adhere as well. Typically at this time of year crews would be out in force working on the new harvest of spring potholes. However this year the work has been delayed for a number of reasons. Crews that would normally be working on potholes have been busy monitoring the four streams that run through our city. They will continue to do so for a while longer until the flooding danger has passed. The cooler than normal temperatures during the spring did not allow the asphalt plants to begin operations as early as usual. In order to begin producing large quantities of asphalt the temperature has to be at least 55 degrees and rising for several consecutive days. ---PAGE BREAK--- The winter also impacted the city budget in a big way. It has cost almost three times the normal amount to snowplow and salt this year. This has required the city to carefully review the budget and make adjustments to allow for the important work of filling potholes. Now that asphalt has become more available and as crews are freed up for monitoring the streams, we are beginning work on potholes although later than normal and it will take some time to get to every area. Crews will be working on areas throughout the city as it is not economically feasible to leapfrog from pothole to pothole. Report troublesome potholes in your neighborhood through the Report a Concern button on the city website. Please have patience as we work toward taking care of this problem. It Is Important Not To Disturb the Steambank MILLCREEK. The city received word on Wednesday that water from Neff's Creek was flowing onto residential property. Crews were dispatched to look for ---PAGE BREAK--- the problem and found that several boulders had been moved to block the creek and re-direct the water. This sent water down into the neighborhood and flooded several yards. Fortunately no homes were flooded. Crews have corrected the problem and we are doing what we can to protect property. This was the second time this season that this problem occurred, both times causing water to threaten homes and cause property damage. We are not sure who was responsible for moving the boulders and causing this damage on these occasions, but we strongly encourage all those that live or recreate in the canyon who may think these actions are harmless to consider consequences to the property owners in the area. It is of utmost importance to not alter or cause more destruction to the boulder creekbank. Surveillance was implemented along with warning signage placed at the trailhead. On Thursday afternoon, monitoring showed four young men moving the streambank boulders in the same location that had been altered earlier. The city emergency manager along with a UPD officer approached the men and educated them about the damage that could be caused by their actions. The damage has been repaired and information has been forwarded to the Forest Service which may take some action, possibly federal charges. Spread the word to family members and neighbors who spend time in the canyon and let them know this behavior is not acceptable. If you see anything, please report it to us at [PHONE REDACTED]. Aside from potential damage caused by flooding, it is costly each time a crew has to hike up the canyon to repair the damage. We expect the creek to continue to run fast and high for a while longer. Even though the weather is pleasant, the flooding danger continues to be present. A lot of work has gone into avoiding flooding damage in the city and we are hopeful that, with the continued cooperation of the weather, the remaining snowmelt will stay contained in the streams. Remember, please keep yourself and pets away from the creeks and continue to recreate safely. TONIGHT ---PAGE BREAK--- STARTING MONDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- The Millcreek Art Council's Summer Jam Concert starts on Monday, June 5th June 5, 7pm - The Glitter Bombs Canyon Rim Park Pavilion, 3100 S 2900 E, Millcreek Vibrant, enthusiastic, energetic, and positive, the Glitter Bombs are super freak’n fun! A classic four- piece band with guitar, bass, drums and vocals, their sound defies genres, but could best be called Power Pop. Plan on a free concert at Canyon Rim Park every Monday this summer. Bring a picnic, bring some friends. Music starts at 7pm. Come and join us! * * * ALSO STARTING MONDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- ALSO STARTING MONDAY THURSDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- JUNETEENTH EVENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- * * * ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- RESOURCE CENTER OPENS FOR TEENS IN THE GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT MURRAY: Representatives of the Granite School District and leaders of Cottonwood High School joined Mayor Silvestrini and other elected officials at a ground breaking ceremony for the district's inaugural Teen Resource Center. The Center will be located inside Cottonwood High School. The Center will be available to students who need a safe place to study, do laundry, shower or access critical services. Many Millcreek students attend Cottonwood High and may be facing homelessness or are struggling with family problems. The center will provide basic necessities to students in need and is a welcome and important resource for all teens. We thank the school district for working to provide this great resource for kids and are looking forward to a grand opening next school year. ---PAGE BREAK--- Construction Has Begun on Skyline Roundabout Please avoid the area if possible and remember to be cautious in construction zones Take Survey HERE and Share Your Thoughts ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Silvestrini. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule a slot. VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Copyright © 2023 Millcreek, All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Forward Share Tweet