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6/28/2024 - FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS; FIREWORKS RESTRICTIONS; EV CHARGING STATION CELEBRATION; etc. View this email in your browser ANNOUNCEMENTS Millcreek city offices will be closed on Thursday 7/4 in observance of Independence Day. NEWS Independence Eve Big Air Show MILLCREEK. Join us Wednesday, July 3rd, as Millcreek Common hosts its second annual Independence Eve Big Air Show from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. Enjoy high-flying entertainment along ---PAGE BREAK--- Public Meetings Mt. Olympus Community Council Mon., 7/1/24, 6pm Churchill Jr High 3450 E Oakview Drive See Agenda HERE Millcreek Community Council Tues., 7/2/24, 5pm City Hall, 2nd Floor 1330 E Chambers Ave with games, special Independence Day-themed concessions, delicious food, and a beer garden. CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets for this event for The Skate Loop Legends will perform along with luchadores, the Flying Ace All-Stars trampoline show, and other thrilling performances. For the finale, we’ll light up the sky with a 150-drone light show. Luchadores (Mexican wrestlers) will set up the ring in the middle of the Common for an incredible sports spectacular where stories of technicos (good guys) fighting against rudos (bad characters) come to life. With Olympic gold-medal athleticism, the Flying Aces will take to the stage next. You’ll be stunned by these athletes from all different backgrounds—Olympians and World Champions—from all over the country. Finally, 150 drones will rise above Millcreek Common to create an unforgettable sky show. Drones are one of the safest and most eco-friendly forms of entertainment. Patriotic imagery and Millcreek themes will be intertwined into the performance and choreographed to music. Tickets can be purchased at MillcreekCommon.org for only Seating is limited—bring a camp chair to enjoy the drone show. ---PAGE BREAK--- FIREWORK RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE MILLCREEK. The City Council has adopted the firework restrictions map shown above, which was developed in coordination with the Fire Marshal. The restricted areas will be the same as last year with the addition of two city parks —fireworks are restricted in all areas of Millcreek east of 900 East and west of 700 West as well as in Scott Avenue and Sunnyvale Parks. Our wet winter has contributed to the growth of weeds and underbrush, all of which are prime fuel sources for wildfires. We hear that this year we can expect an early and busy fire season and that many of the recent fires that have broken out throughout the state are human caused. It is important that the irresponsible use of fireworks does not cause increased problems. We understand that fireworks are a fun family tradition for many families. Yet they are also divisive and many residents (including veterans) and their pets are caused extreme distress by the loud noises. Fireworks are also terrible for our air quality. This presents the city council with a difficult dilemma and the restriction determination was made based on the professional assessment of risk by the fire marshal. ---PAGE BREAK--- On July 3rd, Millcreek will be providing a drone show on Millcreek Common as an alternative to fireworks. We hope Millcreek residents will join us for that show and for the East Mill Creek Lions Club 4th of July breakfast, parade and midway. EVENTS TONIGHT ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Final Night! Don't miss our Friday Night Market, a celebration of street food from around the world with a rotating roster of local chefs and cuisines alongside a vibrant row of handmade crafts and food items! ---PAGE BREAK--- MONDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- Hobbies for All at the Hobby Shop on the Common Experience the wonder of the universe with Clark Planetarium's Stellar Playground exhibit. Step up to a world of interactive fun and experience the mysteries of the cosmos. Touch the stars, explore distant galaxies, and unravel the secrets of the universe. Perfect for all ages, Stellar Playground combines fun and learning. Through exploration and play, visitors can create massive stars, neutron stars, black holes, and more! ---PAGE BREAK--- This activity is free MRS Hobby is showcasing a variety of hobby products from plastic model cars, airplane, Bandai Gundam to radio control, even puzzles, and many other categories. Over the years (40 years) and still having fun helping you with your HOBBY. The Scale Model Car Exhibition display with factory stock, street rod, street machine & muscle car, sports car, fire engine, competition, weathered & rat rods, commercial, classic, custom, die-cast, diorama is free come see it! Sci-Fantasy Books and Games is featuring a variety of tabletop role- playing games (RPG), activities, and a diverse selection of RPG books, games, and accessories available for purchase. They have weekend activities planned where you can come and play watch their socials for details. Millcreek Summer Jam Series at Canyon Rim Park On Monday, July 1st, enjoy the sounds of The Howlin' Tomcats. The Howlin' Tomcats is an old-school blues band in Utah. Zach P is the original "Huckleberry" ---PAGE BREAK--- style! Join the Millcreek Arts Council for free concerts each Monday at Canyon Rim Park, 3100 S 2900 E. Concerts begin at 7PM. TUESDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- Thursday Food Trucks at Millcreek Common are Cancelled on July 4th due to Independence Day Celebrations SAVE THE DATE ---PAGE BREAK--- Join Us for the Cache Valley Creamery Food Truck Cheese Festival! MILLCREEK. Cache Valley Creamery is sponsoring the Food Truck Cheese Festival at the opening night of the Millcreek Farmers Market! This exciting event will take place on Wednesday, July 10th, from 5 PM to 8 PM at Millcreek Common. The festival will feature a lineup of your favorite local food trucks, each offering special menu items made with delicious Cache Valley Creamery cheese. Indulge in mouth-watering grilled cheese sandwiches from Mama's Toasted Cheddar, flavorful nachos and burritos from Smothered, savory burgers and mac & cheese from Salt City BBQ, and delectable wood-fired pizzas from Millcreek Pizza House. In addition to the fantastic food, the event will include fun activities for the whole family. The first 200 guests will receive a free market tote, and everyone can enjoy yard games like connect four, giant jenga, and corn hole. Plus, try your luck at the "Spin it to Win it" wheel for a chance to win great prizes and food truck gift cards. This event is free and open to the public. While you’re there, don’t forget to shop the Millcreek Farmers Market and support our local growers and producers. Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with fun, flavor, and community spirit. See you there! ---PAGE BREAK--- CONSTRUCTION UPDATES ---PAGE BREAK--- Reconstruction Projects Substantially Complete The reconstruction projects for two roadways in Millcreek have reached a significant milestone with substantial completion. The first project, located on 900 East between 3900 South and 4500 South, involved full-depth roadway reconstruction and improvements to the sidewalk, curb and gutter, widened shoulders, bike lanes, and street lights. Similarly, the project on 2000 East, between 3300 South and Siggard Avenue, significantly improved the accessibility and safety of the area, as well as piping the west-side irrigation ditch and complete reconstruction of the roadway. We appreciate everyone's patience during the construction activities for these projects. The 2000 East Improvement project may experience intermittent road closures as crews are completing minor punch list items along the corridor. These closures are necessary to ensure the final touches are done to the highest standards, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Please join Wasatch Lawn's Back to School Supplies Drive to help eliminate some stress this back-to-school season, we are accepting all school supplies until July 31, 2024. Families will have to navigate higher prices on back-to-school shopping caused by inflation. An average of $890 is the expected to spend per family with kids in elementary through high school! Please join us in helping students start off the school year on the right foot by donating needed school supplies! Items needed, but not limited to: Backpacks Pocket folders (plastic last longer) Notebooks (spiral or marble) 3 ring binders Loose leaf paper for binders Pencils Black or blue pens Markers Crayons Colored Pencils Glue sticks Highlighters Scissors Pencil case Lunch boxes Please bring any donated items to Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park (3401 S Highland Drive, Millcreek). ---PAGE BREAK--- EV Charging Station installed in Millcreek MILLCREEK. On June 20th, Councilmember Silvia Catten joined with Rocky Mountain Power in a celebration of the completion of the company's fast EV charging station in Millcreek. The project is part of RMP's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan, which includes a $50 million investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure for Utahns across the state. Expanding the network of chargers to different parts of Utah will increase the accessibility of charging stations and make electric vehicles more practical for a wider range of drivers, including those living in urban and suburban areas. Customers of RMP will receive a discounted rate on charging throughout the state The new stations, developed in collaboration with Electrify America business unit Electrify Commercial, will build on an established network and significantly increase the number of fast chargers along the Wasatch Front and in other areas of the state. ---PAGE BREAK--- On July 3rd, Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District will join other organizations around the world in support of International Plastic Bag Free Day (http://www.plasticbagfreeday.org/). There are a lot of good ways to celebrate, and the easiest requires a simple resolution from each individual. Even if just for one day, choose paper over plastic; or even better, take your own bags to the retailers to pick up your goods. Some stores even offer discounts or other perks for the customers that bring their own! ---PAGE BREAK--- Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule a slot. Mayor Silvestrini serving pancakes at the East Mill Creek Lions Club breakfast before the 4th of July parade last year. VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Copyright © 2024 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