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FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN ALL AREAS OF MILLCREEK EAST OF 900 E AND WEST OF 700 W. Have fun but please be cautious. cont. on page 12 Big Air In 1777 the city of Philadelphia ushered in what would become the modern celebration of Independence Day with an official dinner, 13-gun salutes, music, parades, and fireworks. This year, we’re inviting you to join Millcreek in building on that heritage by creating a new tradition with our Independence Eve Celebration. On Monday, July 3rd, Millcreek Common will host a free Independence Eve Big Air Show. It’s an evening of high-flying entertainment, acrobatics, and a drone light show. Enjoy roller skating, special Independence Day-themed concessions, desserts, and 21+ drinks will be available. Thanks, Youth Council! Page 5 Schooooool’s out! For! SUMMER!! Good weather and good times are here, and Milford and I CAN’T WAIT to start going on some adventures! We especially love finding free or cheap activities for date nights or fun for the whole family, and thankfully Millcreek has just what we’re looking for. Milford and I LOVE going to Venture Out every Friday!! These events are free and have something for everyone to enjoy! I personally think there’s nothing better than sitting outdoors on a warm summer evening, sur- rounded by family, friends, and neigh- bors, devouring some delicious food from local food trucks, and enjoying a movie under the stars. I’m a 70s/80s child (don’t think about how that dates so you might say I’m an EXPERT in great music. Which is why the Canyon Rim Sum- mer Jam Concert Series is right up my alley! Milford and I head to Canyon Rim Park every Monday night to hear some ROCKIN’ local bands, and I’m not afraid to bust a move when I feel the groove!! Of course, I love letting the good times ROLL at Millcreek Common’s Skate Loop and Splash Pad! There are FREE activities every Monday-Friday for your little ones, DJ Skate Nights on the weekends, Food Truck Thurs- days, as well as SO MANY events scattered everywhere in between! Just don’t judge me on my skating abilities…. At the end of hot day, sometimes it’s nice to just stay indoors where it’s cool, and make a tasty cold snack, like homemade ice cream, freshly squeezed lemonade, or fruit pop- sicles! Milford and I love to eat our delicious homemade creations and pop in a classic summer movie, like The Sandlot (a personal favorite!!). No matter what you choose to do this summer, remember to stay safe, drink plenty of water, and have a BLAST!! XOXOXO, Millie Here’s Millie! MILLIE MILLCREEK MILLCREEK 3330 S 1300 E Millcreek, UT 84106 PRESRT STD US POSTAGE PA I D PERMIT 7148 SLC, UT Thirteen mem- bers of the Mill- creek Youth Council have graduated and are moving on to the next phase of their lives. These incredible people served our community selflessly, and we can’t thank them enough for all their hard work. They spent much of their time as- sisting Millcreek at the Venture Out! festivals and interacting with residents and their families. Members also found creative ways to help the community by organizing their own activities that assisted those most in need and made Millcreek a more beautiful place. The Youth Council started off the new term by volunteering at the Canyon Rim Day of Service where they chose to do yardwork at The Shar- ing Place, beautifying the campus for incoming children. The members of the Youth Council loved the mission of The Sharing Place so much, that many months later, they involved the student bodies of Skyline, Olympus, and Cottonwood high schools to se- cretly gather much-needed supplies, and later surprise cont. on page 1: Thanks A Spectacular New July Tradition! Millcreek, Connected by Nature I Volume: 7, Issue: 4 I July 2023 I millcreek.us ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 The East Mill Creek Lions Club 4th of July Parade has become an annual tradition that unites our community in a celebration of patrio- tism and heritage and has become one of the most anticipated annual events in Millcreek. But did you know this unique celebra- tion has been a Millcreek tradition for nearly 80 years? The roots of the 4th of July Parade can be traced back to a group of vision- ary Lions Club members who, after the East Mill Creek Lions Club was chartered in 1943, were look- ing to establish an annual fun- draiser. Inspired by the rich his- tory and cultural fabric of Millcreek, they sought to create an event that would celebrate the com- munity’s spirit and provide an opportu- nity for families, friends, and neighbors to come together. Since then, money generated by the Lions Club has gone to support community projects that range from sidewalks and fire hydrants to the library and community center. One aspect that has always made the Millcreek 4th of July Parade unique is that it largely excludes motorized vehi- cles in its short procession, traveling just five blocks down beautiful and historic Evergreen Avenue. Over the years, the pa- rade has grown to include local business- es, schools, community organizations, and residents eager to contribute their creative floats, vibrant costumes, lively performances—and plenty of candy! Even before our city incorporated, the Millcreek Lions 4th of July Parade was instrumental in fostering a strong sense of community pride and solidar- ity among Millcreek residents. From its humble beginnings to present-day, the parade has become a cherished tradi- tion that unites Millcreek residents, fosters community spirit, and honors the vibrant heritage of our remarkable city. As the parade continues to weave through our community, it leaves be- hind a trail of joy, laughter, and cher- ished memories that will be treasured for generations to come. For time and details about the parade and the day’s festivities, visit emclions.org. To learn more about the Millcreek Historic Preservation Commission visit millcreek.us/455/Historic-Preservation- Commission.. 80 Years of Millcreek Parade History In recognition of their achievements, six students who took part in an English class overseen by the English Skills Learning Center (ESLC) at Millcreek Common, were invited by the City Council to their May 22nd work meeting to be presented with grad- uation certificates. These certificates recognized each student’s hard work in passing their respective English levels with ESLC. After the small graduation ceremony, each graduate, along with ESLC staff, had the chance to enjoy a wonderful hot meal from O’Falafel, a local favorite. It was then the honor of the Mayor and Council to shake each graduate’s hand after the work meeting was over. Congratulations to these wonderful graduates and best wishes on their ongoing path to success in the United States. Language Learners Lauded Recently Photos courtesy of University of Utah, Willard Marriott Library Digital Library. Project Overview Millcreek City, in coordination with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), is constructing a roundabout on 3800 South at Virginia Way, near Skyline High School. In addition to the new roundabout, this project includes additional improvements (see map below). Construction is scheduled to start in mid-May and is expected to be completed by the end of July 2023. Project Schedule Questions? Contact the project team: (385) 386-3806 or [EMAIL REDACTED] Email us with “subscribe” in the subject line to sign up for updates. UPLAND DR BIRCH DR ASH CIR VIRGINIA WAY HIGH SCHOOL MAY JUNE JULY CONSTRUCTION Full Closure of Upland Drive Substantial Completion Substantial Completion Construction hours are 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday-Saturday ➊ Roundabout at Virginia Way and Upland Drive intersection ➋ Raised median at Birch Drive and Upland Drive intersection ➌ Mid-block pedestrian crossing west of Birch Drive ➍ New sidewalks and bike routes ➊ ➍ ➋ ➌ ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 ALLEE GARVER I’ve greatly enjoyed my time on the Millcreek Youth Council and have loved helping the community and meeting new people. Next year I plan to attend Whitman College in Washington and am planning on studying Biology. I’ll certainly miss Utah, but I am more than ready to start the next chapter of my life. BEN BENSON I will be attending Western Washington University this fall and plan to study Political Science and Environmental Studies. This summer, I am incredibly grateful to have been awarded a scholarship by CHOICE Humanitarian to participate in water cistern projects in Kenya. Thank you to my peers, mentors, community members, and local leaders for inspiring me throughout my years with Millcreek Youth Council! ELLA GARRETT I have absolutely loved being on the Youth Council for 2 years! I’ve had an amazing experience serving, planning, and making new friends! I plan to attend Utah State University, majoring in social work this fall. ESTHER WILSON I will be attending Oregon State University to study Public Health as well as pursue music performance. I’m so grateful for the incredible people I met and the opportunities we had on the Youth Council. While I am sad to leave this council, I look forward to continuing finding ways to engage in community service and involvement wherever the future takes me. GREY JENSEN This fall, I will be attending UC Berkeley to study environmental science. I hope to merge environmental work with photography and film in my future! MYC has been such an amazing way to get involved in the community and I know the friendships I have made and things I have learned these past two years will be with me throughout my life. GREY RANDLE Grey has loved serving on the Millcreek Youth Council for the past two years! He plans to attend the University of Northern Colorado where he will pursue a BFA in Musical Theater. JARED BERRY KIMBERLY COLTON I graduated as Valedictorian of my class and plan to attend BYU this fall. I am grateful for my opportunity to serve on the Youth Council this year and I am excited for what lies ahead! LEAH JENSEN This fall I will be moving west to attend UC Santa Barbara. It has been such an honor being part of the Millcreek Youth Council this year. I am so grateful for the opportunities Millcreek Youth Council gave me to serve my community and create lifelong friendships! I will be sad to say goodbye, but I will have amazing memories to cherish forever. ROSIE NIELSEN After graduation, I am planning on attending Brigham Young University and applying to their digital animation program. I’m so grateful for the experiences and time I had with the Millcreek Youth Council. I can’t wait to look for more opportunities to serve and learn about my community in college! SALLY SWENSEN I plan on attending Brigham Young University in the fall. I look forward to continuing learning, traveling, and serving in the future. I am so grateful for everything I have learned through being on the Millcreek Youth Council! SAWYER SUDIT This fall I will be attending George Washington University in Washington D.C., studying Political Science and International Relations. Millcreek Youth Council has allowed me to make lifelong friends while affording me the opportunity to have meaningful dialogue with members of the Millcreek Government, as well as with members of the Utah State Representatives. SOFIA VALERO I will be moving abroad to Sweden to continue my education. I hope to study environment studies and horticulture. I am extremely grateful for all the opportunities the youth council has given me, and all I’ve learned from being a part of this team for 3 years. On May 8th Mayor Silvestrini and the City Council honored the top 50 high school juniors from Olympus, Skyline and Cottonwood High Schools who had achieved the highest grade point averages in their grade level. These outstanding students were presented with the “Mayor’s Star of Excellence Award” in front of a room filled with excited and proud parents. We are very proud of these high achievers,” said the mayor. “This award recognizes the hard work of these students, we are certain they all have bright futures ahead.” Lily Arrowood Elijah Lewis Zoey Ng Ammon Stevens Emma Davis Lily Nelson Danica Lunceford Avy McKinnon Peter Larsen Kelly Yee Sarah Cundick Sophia Young Thea Maxwell Bethanne Matheson Isaac Rowe Malakai Sorenson Milena Zeltser Audrey Kim Lily Hall Ethan Reynolds Eliza Fisher Hannah Nelson Adia Wilson Luke Hardin Heather Chen Ella Hall Sara Barker Erica Gregor Rachel Bird Alexia Smith Breklyn Riding Weston Stutznegger Katy Wade Robert Bulanon Stockton Evans Owen Smith Annabelle Boyden Anna Liu Conrad Flake Alexander Stewart Alan Salinas-Barrera Kate Soffe Emmaline Martindale Samuel Jensen Bibi Baryali Sydney Gibson The Sharing Place staff by dropping off several dozen pounds of cleaning sup- plies, office supplies, snacks, and much more! The Youth Council also assisted in back-to-school efforts by volunteering with the Granite Education Foundation and assisting other community members in filling sev- eral thousand meal kits! In the fall, the Youth Council hosted Millcreek’s first ever Local Business Expo, where they invited nearly 20 local Millcreek businesses to table at Millcreek Common and gave these businesses an opportunity to sell their products and introduce themselves to the Millcreek community. In January, Youth Council members participated in Local Officials Day at the Capitol, an annual favorite, where they role- played in a mock committee hearing and had a hands- on activity where they learned how city officials plan and zone a city. Members celebrated Earth Day in the spring by cleaning up several pounds of trash in Tan- ner Park, all the while providing an example of how we should treat the beautiful world around us. These are just a few examples of the many ways in which these incredible youth involved themselves in bettering the community throughout the year. The efforts and passion of the Millcreek Youth Council members and their willingness to help others is truly amazing and Millcreek owes each one our thanks. We will miss these graduates and wish them the very best in their future endeavors. They represent the best of the best, and Millcreek’s future will be even brighter in their able hands. Millcreek Students Shine cont. from page 1: Thanks ---PAGE BREAK--- K E E P E N J O Y I N G Plaza vendors Pizza Nono and Normal Ice Cream INDEPENDENCE EVE CELEBRATION: BIG AIR SHOW Monday, July 3 8:00 – 10:00 PM Celebrate the holiday early and join us for an evening of high- flying entertainment, acrobatics, and a 150-drone light show at Independence Eve. The drone show starts at dark, but come early for roller skating, music, special Independence Day-themed concessions, desserts, and 21+ drinks. MAMAS MARKET MONDAYS Public market on Mondays hosted by Went to Market. WATER WEDNESDAYS Inflatable water slide for more summer fun. WORLD WIDE ROLLOUT DAY Sunday, July 9 7:00 – 9:00 PM A day for skaters from around the world to roll out together! Skate with your friends and family and join the Skate Loop Legends in a group skate around the loop as DJ Jay spins up some killer tunes. SPIKE BALL TOURNAMENT Sat, Aug 12 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Do you play spike ball? Then this event is your chance to compete in one of the top ten tourna- ments of the Utah spike ball season. Beginners and intermediate players are welcome! Players are invited to a pre-party before the tournament on Friday 6/11 (7-9 PM) at Millcreek Com- mon. Register at utahroundnet.com/ millcreek. Every Thursday 5:00-9:00 PM Friday and Saturday Nights 7:00 – 10:00 PM What’s Coming Up At Millcreek Common? COME TO 1354 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 LEARN MORE AT millcreekcommon.org @millcreekcommon S U M M E R S K A T I N G OPEN DAILY 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Schedule is subject to change. Go to @millcreekcommon on Instagram for updates. P R I C I N G Admission $7 Quad Skate Rental $5 Punch Passes and Season Memberships available at Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub located at Millcreek Common Group discounts for 25 people or more 4 WEEKDAY PLAYTIVITIES June 5 – Aug 18 Monday - Friday 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Free games, arts & crafts on weekdays hosted by Millcreek’s supportive businesses and organizations. COOLEST PLACE TO HANG ON A HOT DAY 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Daily BUSKING BUS Every Other Thursday 6:30 – 9:30 PM Enjoy entertainment and dinner. 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24 ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 T h a n k Yo u S po ns or s! P R E S E N T I N G G O L D M&M INSURANCE S I L V E R B R O N Z E C O M M U N I T Y NYLIFE SECURITIES I N D I S P E N S A B L E P A R T N E R S : Boy Scouts of America, Crossroads of the West Council Canyon Rim Citizens Association East Mill Creek Community Council Food Truck League Millcreek Arts Council Millcreek Business Council Millcreek Community Council Millcreek Community Theater East Mill Creek Lions Club Millcreek Promise Program Millcreek Youth Council Mt. Olympus Community Council Unified Fire Authority Unified Police Department Utah Department of Workforce Services Went to Market W.O.W. Car Community 2023 FUN 4 FREE L i f e ' s B etter O u t d o o r s ! Time to Venture Out! Learn More at VentureOut.org July: Friday Twilight Market & Movie The wildly popular Venture Out! summer series offers a low-key, summer-fun vibe in Millcreek. Starting at 6:00 pm, families can en- joy a backyard dinner ambiance from local food trucks and explore the new Twilight Public Market. Venture’s DJ Beat Bus will be at the parks with music and games. Bring your low-back chairs and favorite blankets to enjoy the movie on the big screen. Invite your family and neighbors. Movies begin at sunset. See pages 6 & 7 for details. Come venture outside with us and enjoy one, or more, of the many community activities we have planned this month and beyond. AUG 1: NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME Ogle beautiful and interesting cars as well as learn what our police are do- ing to reduce crime and how you can help. Fun music and food too. AUG 25-27 & SEP 1-4: CAMP TRACY Camp overnight or play for a day at the historic Boy Scout camp located just 10-minutes up beautiful Mill Creek Canyon. Registration required. OCT 14: MILLFREAKS A Halloween entertainment tour through Millcreek’s four commmunity council areas. Registration is required. #MILLCREEK.ART.COUNCIL VENTUREOUT.ORG ---PAGE BREAK--- ALWAYS THERE so you can venture out Proud Gold Sponsor of Venture Out! 2023 granite.org I 888-GCU-TEAM 3675 South 900 East, Millcreek, Utah 84106 EAT SHOP PLAY FREE CLASSES! Learn more at: Call (435) 900-STAR to talk to a nurse today! MountainStar.com/ConsultANurse FREE Consult-A-Nurse® Expert Advice, Available 24/7 Call our nurses 24 hours a day by phone at (435) 900-STAR We understand health issues are never convenient. Consult-A-Nurse® is here to help with your concerns, on your schedule. It’s simple, free, and can offer you the peace of mind you need. They do not diagnose conditions but provide information on many subjects, including: Cardiac Services Children's Health Diabetes Care Family Birthing Classes Health Screenings & Fairs Men's Health Neurology/Stroke Orthopedics Sleep Disorders Spine Care Weight Loss Surgery Wellness Seminars Women's Health And more! Scan this QR code to save the Consult-A-Nurse® number in your phone! ST. MARK'S HOSPITAL IS PROUD TO CELEBRATE 50 YEARS IN MILLCREEK! Did you know that St. Mark's Hospital and MountainStar Healthcare offer FREE health seminars to the public? We cover a wide range of topics and share the latest treatments and practices for healthy living. Classes are typically hosted at the hospital and virtually! 6 2023 FUN4 FREE F r i d a y T w il ig h t M ar k et & M o v ie ENJOY Find delicious dinners, desserts, and drinks among the many food trucks. Discover unique finds from local vendors at the public market. Join in the fun with family, friends, and strangers as the beat goes on. LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ WATCH Godzilla vs. Kong (PG-13) SHOP SCOTT PARK 872 EAST SCOTT AVE July 7 6 PM – Twilight ENJOY Find delicious dinners, desserts, and drinks among the many food trucks. Discover unique finds from local vendors at the public market. Join in the fun with family, friends, and strangers as the beat goes on. LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ WATCH Pee Wee’s Big Adventure (PG) SHOP TANNER PARK 2660 HERITAGE WAY July 14 6 PM – Twilight VENTUREOUT.ORG ---PAGE BREAK--- Ask Us How You Can Save On Your Home Owners Insurance And More With Allstate! Melissa & Miles Hunsaker Your Millcreek Allstate Insurance Office. [PHONE REDACTED] -1635 East 3300 South Millcreek A local company supporting small-to-medium sized businesses L O C AT E D I N M I L L C R E E K C I T Y (801) 487-3000 www.integratedcompanies.com 3191 S. Valley Street Suite #206, Millcreek, Utah 84109 new for 2023! Twilight Market at Venture Out! Mamas Market at Millcreek Common Cultural Markets learn more – get involved apply to be a vendor @went.to.market I wenttomarkets.com ventureout.org/marketplace 7 He ll o! C o m e V e nt ur e Ou t! LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ ENJOY Find delicious dinners, desserts, and drinks among the many food trucks. Discover unique finds from local vendors at the public market. Join in the fun with family, friends, and strangers as the beat goes on. WATCH Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (PG-13) SHOP SUNNYVALE PARK 4013 S 700 W July 21 6 PM – Twilight LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ ENJOY Find delicious dinners, desserts, and drinks among the many food trucks. Discover unique finds from local vendors at the public market. Join in the fun with family, friends, and strangers as the beat goes on. WATCH The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) l City Studios Productions LLLP All Rights Reserved FORTUNA PARK 4610 SOUTH FORTUNA WAY July 28 6 PM – Twilight SHOP VENTUREOUT.ORG ---PAGE BREAK--- 2023 FUN4 FREE GUIDED FUN Camp overnight with family and friends at the historic Boy Scout camp located just 10-minutes up beautiful Mill Creek Canyon. Passes for day-excursions are also available. Register online at VentureOut.org and learn more about camp. Space is limited. CAMP ACTIVITIES Arts & Crafts Boondoggle Giant bubbles Sidewalk chalk Gaga ball 9-Square Cornhole Slackline Mindfulness Space Board Games Archery BB Guns Climbing Wall Fishing Hikes Nature Photography Terrariums Camp Service Project ENTERTAINMENT Animal Show with Taylor’s Traveling Troop The Deaf and the Musician Long Wings Bird Show Magic Show Storytellers Drum Beat Class Camp Antics Puppet Show Shadow Dancing EXPLORE MILLCREEK CANYON Weekend 1: Aug 25 - 27 Weekend 2: Sep 1-4 HANGOUT With cops and firefighters and owners of cool cars NOAC BIG COTTONWOOD PARK 4300 S 1300 E August 1 5:00 – 10:00PM Ogle beautiful and interesting cars as well as learn what our police are doing to reduce crime and how you can help. Back by popular demand, join us in the park or wait on the classic car parade route as part of the Night Out Against Crime activities. BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR Emergency Response Teams K-9s Classic Cars Food Truck Rally Rolling Car Show Parade Games Live Music ENJOY EATS N ig ht O ut A ga in st C ri m e AG 19th MLCE AR FS @ T BLWI RDIO FCR LCL ARS & WO- SOS LCL MSIC FO, GMS & FN! I’S HPEI! FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARTIST BOOTH/WORKSHOP APPLICATIONS MUSICAL PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS VISIT MILLCREEKARTSCOUNCIL.ORG BE A PART OF ART! M o r e V en tu r e O u t ! F u n 8 Cam p T ra cy A dv en tu re Wee ken ds You are too cool to let your dog get too hot. Help them beat the heat. AVOID HOT CARS: A 70-degree day inside of a car can exceed 116-degrees within 10 minutes. Cracking windows and parking in the shade isn’t enough. AVOID HOT PAVEMENT: When in doubt test the surface by placing the back of your hand on the pavement. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your dog. AVOID HOT BALCONIES: Despite being covered, a balcony can get very hot, very fast. If you see or hear a pet in distress call Animal Control AVOID EXERCISING IN HEAT: It can put your pup at risk for heat stroke. Carry plenty of water for your dog. IF YOU SEE A PET excessively pant- ing, non-responsive, drooling, or listless, call Salt Lake County Animal Service’s Dispatch number immedi- ately: [PHONE REDACTED]. For more info visit AdoptUtahPets. org or email [EMAIL REDACTED]. AVOID HOT DOGS! VENTUREOUT.ORG ---PAGE BREAK--- Every weekday is a great day to enjoy Millcreek Common with kids of all ages. 1. TAKE A DIP AND BEAT THE HEAT! The design of the splash pad is inspired by the natural springs found at Millcreek Common and is a free, family- friendly way to cool off. The Splash Pad is open every day from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. 2. LEARN AND EXPLORE SOMETHING NEW. Hosted weekdays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, Playtivities offers three hours of free fun for creative kids 12 and under. Millcreek businesses and or- ganizations sponsor these free activities, from arts and crafts to games and adventures. Plus, parents can enjoy the Mamas Market on Mondays. 3. GRAB LUNCH OR A SNACK ON THE COMMON. Enjoy pizza and salad with a focus on local ingredients from newcomer Pizza Nono or go with an unconventional favorite flavor with a cone from Normal Ice Cream. African Caribbean fusion food truck Kafe Mamai is also a regular at the Common. Please check company websites for menus and times. 4. LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL. Rent roller skates from the Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub, or bring your own for a morning session on the Skate Loop. The friendly staff invites everyone to show off their skills or learn a new move. Open from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm daily. 5. INTENSIFY SUMMER FUN WITH INFLATABLES. This summer, “Water Wednes- day” features inflatable climb- ers, bridges, and sliders as an add-on activity to the Springs Splash Pad and Playtivities of- fered at Millcreek Common. Top Five Summer Activities For Kids At Millcreek Common Another Award for Millcreek Common Special thanks to Community Life team members and the Skate Loop Legends for making Millcreek Common Best of State. MILLCREEK COMMON U P D A T E From team building to corporate retreats, wedding receptions to pop-up markets, our team is ready to turn uncommon experiences into memorable events. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art sound system and customizable interactive lighting. Rent out the entire Skate Loop and learn to dance on skates with group lessons! And coming soon you’ll be able to reach new heights with our certified Rock-Climbing expert and on-site rock wall! Outdoor wedding receptions on the Sundeck Intimate board meetings in the Adventure Conference Room Rent the whole loop for large Corporate Events Flexible catering options For more information or to book your next event, contact our Community Life Event Planning Manager at [PHONE REDACTED]. Millcreek Common—uncommonly perfect for events. Come gather and grow closer. 1354 E Chambers Avenue I Millcreek, UT 84106 millcreekcommon.org CORPORATE EVENTS AND PRIVATE PARTIES AT MILLCREEK COMMON ~ ROLLERSKATING ~ COOL SPLASH PAD ~ UNIQUE PERFORMANCES ~ COZY FIREPITS ~ GROUP SKATING LESSONS~ EXPANSIVE CENTER STAGE ~ STATE OF THE ART SOUND SYSTEM ~ CUSTOMIZABLE INTERACTIVE LIGHTING~ Host your next event at Utah’s most unique private party venue. 9 ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 MILLCREEK CITY HALL U P D A T E New City Hall Will Be Ecofriendly The New City Hall: A Community Cen- ter That Will Help Pay For Itself. In addition to city office space, our new city hall will be an inviting gathering place for all of Millcreek. Kafe Mamai, Millcreek Coffee Roasters, and a Public Market will be on the ground floor. The Millcreek Precinct of the Unified Police Department will be on the third floor and banquet and community rental spaces will be on the top floor. Bonus! The largest outside climbing wall in Utah will be on the north- east corner. All of these, excepting the city offices, will bring in revenue to offset costs associ- ated with City Hall. Add to that the money saved by ecofriendly construction, grants paying for the solar panels and climbing wall, and this is a building that makes a lot of sense as well as “cents.” MT. OLYMPUS COMMUNITY COUNCIL DAVID BAIRD, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] CANYON RIM CITIZEN’S ASSOCIATION ROBERT PETERSON, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] MILLCREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL JAMIE WALKER, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] — FOR ALL COUNCIL MEETING TIMES AND LOCATIONS PLEASE VISIT MILLCREEK.US AND GO TO CALENDAR — EAST MILL CREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL NANCY CARLSON-GOTTS, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 SILVIA CATTEN [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 CHERI JACKSON [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 BEV UIPI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] STAY UP TO DATE ON MILLCREEK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR WEEKLY ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER FOR THE LATEST NEWS AND CITY MEETING AGENDAS: MILLCREEK.US/217/NEWSLETTERS JOIN US FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS EVERY 2ND AND 4TH MON WORK MEETINGS: 5 PM, REG MEETINGS: 7 PM MILLCREEK CITY HALL, 3330 S 1300 E MEETINGS ARE LIVE STREAMED AT MILLCREEK.US COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETINGS MAYOR, JEFF SILVESTRINI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] STAY IN THE KNOW AND MAKE YOUR VOICE KNOWN CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 THOM DESIRANT [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] Millcreek’s motto is “Connected by Nature,” so it only makes sense that the new City Hall be an example of eco- friendly building prac- tices. Mayor Jeff Silvestrini and the City Council have directed that the new City Hall be built as sustainably as possible. Below are twelve ways that this 21st cen- tury building will be kind to Mother Earth: 1 The building’s primary structural material is low-carbon concrete, dramati- cally reducing carbon footprint and the amount of greenhouse gas released dur- ing production of the material. 2 The mass timber (wood) roof was built with rapidly renewable materials, which sequesters carbon. 3 Thanks to a Rocky Mountain Power BlueSky Funding Award, the roof-mount- ed solar panels will provide upwards of 30% of the building energy needs on an annual basis. 4 The building orientation was inten- tionally selected to face east to reduce energy consumption for cooling loads on hot summer days. Morning sunlight is always cooler than the hot afternoon sun. 5 Bird-friendly glass has been utilized in areas where bird strikes would be anticipated. 6 Exterior screens will be utilized on the building to reduce cooling loads. These screens will act like micro-shades to keep temperatures down. 7 High performance glazing and thermal envelope of the building has been installed to reduce heating and cooling loads. 8 Access to daylight and views, as well as elements of biophilia (humans’ innate connection to nature) have been consid- ered throughout the design to celebrate the city “Connected by Nature.” 9 Exterior insulation exceeds building code minimums to enhance occupant comfort and reduce energy needs. This insulation is designed to keep the heat in through the winter, and retain the cool air from the air conditioning in the summer. 10 The building will undergo rigorous commissioning and envelope testing to ensure the building performance meets or exceeds energy performance goals. 11 Stormwater will be infiltrated on site and return to local aquifers. 12 The building will conform with the State of Utah’s High Performance Build- ing Standard, which ensures the project meets strict energy efficiency standards. ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 April Babb Hair Worx 2056 E 3300 S Hello! I’m Nicole Babb with Babb Hair Worx. We are a quaint standalone salon located in the heart of Millcreek. You will find only the highest quality of product used to assist you safely achieving your hair goals. I love helping with everything from a color correction to a detailed haircut. I attended Evans College located in St. George Utah in 2005. My main focus has been hair color consistently for 18 years. I have a strong connection with The Other Side Academy by offering special hair pricing for them as they are turning their lives around for the better on purpose. I am also involved with an orphanage in Mazatlan, Mexico, raising money by selling products these girls have hand made to help them for when they age out of the program. May Cruise and Travel Masters 670 E 3900 S Cruise & Travel Masters was opened in 1984 in what was to become Millcreek, Utah. Starting as a small family business, we soon grew to have 30 fantastic people from all over Utah who would become highly experienced travel agents representing customers from all over the US. Our goal is to provide the best travel services available anywhere. We specialize in planning ocean & river cruises, international travel, honeymoons, destination weddings, anniversary trips, family vacations, family reunions, groups & incentives and business travel. June Johnson Elite Orthodontics 2453E 3300 S, Suite 201 We are so honored to receive the business of the month award! Here at Johnson Elite Orthodontics we love to give back to our community. Dr. Johnson is very passionate about biking and one of the ways we give back to the community is by sponsoring eight local bike teams that allow youth from the ages of 7-12th grade to join. We also have donated multiple orthodontic cases to refugee families in need. Our office thrives on providing excellent customer service. Our staff has completed multiple training programs to make sure our patient experience is the best as well as our office stays up to date with top of the line technologies. Milo the Millcreek Moose is lost on the way to skate at Millcreek Common. Can you help him find his way? START END Help Milo Get Home! BUSINESS OF THE MONTH AWARD SPONSORED BY BUSINESSES OF THE MONTH M i l o ’ s K i d C o r n e r A P L AC E TO P L AY ---PAGE BREAK--- 12 millcreek.us Millcreek City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Millcreek, UT 84106 Main: (801) 214-2700 D E S I G N E D B Y B L U E C A I R N M E D I A 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 number [PHONE REDACTED] Surveyor Surveying, Boundaries, Parcel Maps [PHONE REDACTED] Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling Garbage & Recycling pickup, dumpster program [PHONE REDACTED] © 2023 MILLCREEK NEWS important PHONE NUMBERS The Skate Loop Legends will perform along with acrobatics, luchadores, the Flying Aces All-Stars trampo- line show, and a 150-drone light show for the finale. Luchadors (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. After years of freestyle skiing and snowboarding practice at the Utah Olympic Park, athletes will perform similar tricks using large format trampolines. You’ll be stunned by these ath- letes from all different backgrounds, Olym- pians and World Champions, from all over the country. Finally, 150 drones will rise from atop the Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub to create an unforget- table sky show. Drones are one of the safest and most eco-friendly forms of entertainment. Not only will the crowd see patriotic imagery, but Millcreek themes will be intertwined into the perfor- mance choreographed to music. Perhaps Milo the Moose will even make an appear- ance in the sky! We hope you’ll join your neighbors and friends for Independence Eve at Millcreek Common on July 3rd from 8:00 – 10:00 pm to commemorate the holiday and continue your family traditions on July 4th. Have a safe and happy holiday! We all want green grass, especially after a record winter and a hot/dry summer. It’s pretty, it smells good and feels great under bare feet! What’s one way that we tend to keep our grass green and thriving? Fertilizer. It’s a great tool, when used correctly, to keep grass healthy and strong. But when levels of these nutrients become too high due to excess fertilizing or waste entering streams, they can have detri- mental effects on water quality and stream eco- systems, a process called eutrophication. In Utah, nutrient enrichment is a big problem in streams, ponds, rivers, and lakes. In simple terms, eutrophication is a vicious chain reaction: Extra nitrogen and phosphorus expedite the growth of phytoplankton and algae growth in a water body, known as an algae “bloom.” The “bloom” overtakes other natural plant spe- cies and interferes with fish and micro-organism habitats. The “bloom” can accelerate the growth of invasive species and reduce biodiversity. The “bloom” uses the temporarily available nutrients and then dies off. The dead algae sink to the bottom of water bod- ies and undergoes decomposition. Bacteria in decomposition converts the previ- ously used nutrients into inorganic forms, which are toxic to humans, fish, and wildlife. Decomposition also use great amounts of dis- solved oxygen, which in turn, suffocates and kills fish and organisms in water bodies. Decomposition will cloud the water and, in some cases, induce foul smelling odor. Substantial human additions to nitrogen and phosphorus levels in water bodies can turn once-vibrant eco- systems into toxic dead zones. Excessive fertilizer use impacts the streams in Millcreek as it washes into storm drains which carry it into our streams and lakes. Cities bear the responsibility of working to keep the water collected in storm water as clean as possible by several methods, including monitoring the streams to watch for any illicit discharges and keeping an eye on construction sites that may be contributing to storm water pollution among many other things. Our city is a member of the Salt Lake County Stormwater Coalition and works with our neighboring municipalities on this issue that impacts us all. One of the important aspects of keeping our waters clean is public education. Please take a look at the lawn care process you use at your home and consider the potential and lasting effects when fertilizing your lawn or garden. You also might consider using native plants that require minimal amounts of artificial fertilizer. Fertilizing Lawns Can Cause Big Problems 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 cont. from page 1: Big Air Mayor Jeff Silvestrini is available on Fridays from 2-4 pm for 15 minute in-person appointments. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule an appointment. MEET WITH THE MAYOR