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The Art Market is the newest pop- up market at Millcreek Common. The market features local artists that work in a variety of mediums. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, January 18, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. “It’s important to get local artists together and provide a space for them to market their artwork,” said Rachel Becker, member of the Millcreek Arts Council. First, congratulations to Cheri Jackson for her resounding re-election victory to continue to represent District 3. Cheri is an outstanding member of our council who represents her district and the whole city well. She is responsive to her constituents and contributes immensely to our council discussions. Welcome back for 4 more years, Cheri! Along with Cheri, District 1 Council- member Silvia Catten and I are embark- ing on new 4-year terms. Our entire council is remarkable for its collabora- tive approach to governing your city and the mutual respect and fondness we share for each other benefits our residents and our staff by enabling us to work out policy differences when we have them and avoid the destructive conflict we see in other councils around our state. We have worked to develop and preserve a culture of mutual re- spect, which has enabled our city to make impressive strides and signature achievements: from preserving open space on our east bench, to creating a Millcreek-side trail on the Jordan River, improving our major streets, to modern- izing our codes and coping with the extensive construction and redevelop- ment boom seen MAYOR’S MESSAGE Congrats, thank you, and happy new year! JEFF SILVESTRINI cont. on page 12: Congrats cont. on page 11: Art I don’t know about you, but I’m TERRI- BLE at keeping New Year resolutions!! I used to think that if I didn’t have a 100% completion rate on my resolutions that the year had been a waste. But the year is NEVER a waste if you found time to do things that made you happy! My family and I decided a few years ago that instead of typical New Year resolutions to do “New Year, New Skills!” The goal isn’t to master a new skill, but to try something new. We’ve LOVED this new tradition!! I’ve been researching classes I can take for “New Year, New Skills” and I found so many options! Here are a few classes I found in and around Millcreek: Community Woodshop SLC: This Millcreek woodshop offers so many exciting classes, like making a butcher block cutting board, a floating shelf, and even a kaleidoscope!! I’ve never done woodworking before; I can’t wait to sign up! (585 W 3900 S Millcreek; com- munitywoodshopslc.com/store) B Golden Jewelry School: Once I get woodworking down, maybe I’ll try met- alsmithing and lapidary (which I didn’t even know was a word)! This is another Millcreek business where you can learn to make your own jewelry! (775 E 3300 S, Millcreek; co/w/upcoming/) Salt Lake Culinary Education: I LOVE to cook for my family, but after a while, the same old recipes get…well, old! This place offers one-time, in-person classes as well as online classes so you can whip up masterpieces in your own kitchen! (2233 S 300 E, South Salt Lake; sliceutah.com/cooking-classes/) I’m so excited to begin my 2024 “New Year, New Skills” journey! I hope you’ll join me in learning a new skill this year. Remember, it’s not about perfecting a new skill, it’s about enjoying a new experience! 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 New Way to Enjoy Local Art FREE ICE SKATING SHOWCASE Don’t Miss This! JANUARY AND FEBRUARY AT MILLCREEK COMMON This season, bundle up for performances by youth ice skaters. Skating clubs help develop young figure skaters and promote the sport. Each 30 minute show features performances by local ice skating clubs. Skating clubs help develop young figure skaters and promote the sport. “These skaters work so hard to put on beautiful exhibitions for the community. I’m so proud of them.” Jamie Wilner, Sport Manager at Millcreek Common. The public can join a skate session, following the show, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. pg10 pg11 Millcreek, Connected by Nature I Volume: 8, Issue: 1 I January-February, 2024 I millcreek.us S P E C I A L S E C T I O N : H I S T O R I C C I T Y H A L L G R A N D O P E N I N G : P A G E 5 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 Millcreek Elementary School Food Pantry Clean Out March 22: Due to the closure of Millcreek Elementary, Millcreek Promise helped to pack and distribute all remaining food to families with children in the Elemen- tary School and other close food pantries. Bud Bailey Resource Fair April 26: Millcreek Promise partnered with several nonprofits and service organizations to bring re- sources to the community at the Bud Bailey apartment complex. There were over 30 organizations in atten- dance, fun activities for the kids, and an appearance from Milo the Moose. ESL Class Graduation May 22: Students from the English Skills Learning Cen- ter graduated from the program, with a ceremony put on by Millcreek Promise, with the City Council attend- ing and handing out certificates. Interfaith Council Weekend of Service September 8-10: In partnership with the Millcreek Interfaith Council, Millcreek Promise organized three separate service activities over the weekend before 9/11. The volunteers, from several different local faith groups, helped stock a food pantry, pull weeds from the James E. Moss Elementary School playground, and hosted a blood drive. Get Healthy Utah Stakeholder Retreat October 4: Millcreek was featured in the Get Healthy Utah Stakeholder retreat for the city’s efforts to improve community health and walkability in the city. Mayor Sil- vestrini spoke on improving community health through public event space, such as the Millcreek Common. Kiana Dipko, Promise Health Coordinator, spoke on a panel about the Promise Program’s efforts to improve walkability in Millcreek Warm Winter Clothing Drive December 2: The Millcreek Business Council and Promise Program partnered to gather warm coats and clothing from the community. Donations were sorted and given to local organizations and families in need. 2023 PROMISE PROGRAM IN REVIEW Welcome to the Grandview at Millcreek Common. Millcreek’s unique venue boasts spec- tacular views with a warm, modern interior perfect for your wedding or private event. Floor to ceiling windows, an outdoor balcony, and design elements offer a picturesque setting for any occasion. State of the art AV, ambient lighting, and modern tables and chairs alongside our bridal room and professional kitchen provide everything you need for a seamless event. THE GRANDVIEW. LIKE NOWHERE ELSE. MILLCREEK COMMON — UNCOMMONLY GREAT FOR EVENTS 1330 Chambers Ave, Millcreek I [PHONE REDACTED] For a personalized tour, contact our Event Planners at [EMAIL REDACTED] ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 Cottonwood Creek Senior Living 1245 E Murray Holladay Road Cottonwood Creek Senior Living is very proud and excited to have received the Millcreek Business of the Month Award. Cottonwood Creek Senior Living offers local seniors exceptional Assisted Living services with your choice of a wide variety of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, you’ll find just the space that suits your needs and the lifestyle you lead. Enjoy meals prepared fresh daily in our restaurant-style dining room. Pick from a wide range of activities and outings focused on health, wellness, and making connections. Stroll along our beautifully landscaped walking paths with your furry friend. Relax by the fireside in our piano lounge. And most of all, find comfort in knowing our compassionate team is there to support you around the clock! Lumos Language School 220 East 3900 South, Suite 01 For years, Lumos has been a beacon of learning and cultural exchange, welcoming students from 48 different countries. Our school is a haven for those who choose Utah as their temporary home during their educational journey. Our motto, “Enabling Success,” reflects our mission and aligns perfectly with the vision and efforts of our community leaders. We are proud to have offered our Intensive English Program to over 10,000 students. Lumos plays a vital role in the local economy by providing employment to 150 families through our dedicated staff and teachers. In addition to our language programs, we are a test center for GMAT, GRE, PRAXIS, and TOEFL exams. We are also proud of our robust TESOL certification program, which has set a high standard for teaching English to speakers of other languages. Tutor Doctor Various Locations We are proud to deliver our proven building block learning process through customized, in-home and online, private tutoring sessions. Our services, whether remedial, enrichment, academic coaching or College Test Prep, are delivered by caring subject matter experts and designed to change the trajectory of our students’ lives! We help students address their educational gaps and work to improve their confidence, both in school and in life. Tutor Doctor serves the entire Wasatch Front and surrounding communities. Tis The Season to Help Snow Plows Ever wonder why some streets get plowed and others have to wait? Do you know what you can do to help the snowplow drivers dig us all out? Streets are plowed in order of priority: FIRST PRIORITY: High traffic roads, school zones, steeper hills, and arterial and collector roads receive top plowing priority. SECOND PRIORITY: Streets through residential subdivi- sions, including roads that connect to a collector street. THIRD PRIORITY: Cul-de-sacs, circles, and dead-end streets. Please note this could take up to 48 hours after a major snowstorm ends. Safety first! When it keeps snowing, plows will con- tinue to plow the bigger streets so safety vehicles can access main roads. Plow drivers take into account emergency situations. THINGS RESIDENTS CAN DO ■Don’t park on the street Plow drivers may not be able to safely plow a street when cars are parked on the street. ■Understand that some roads are lower priority and be patient in large snow events ■If possible, refrain from driving during snow events This helps plow drivers to clear roads more efficiently and safely. ■Don’t blow/shovel snow onto the road when clearing driveway or sidewalks Snow can refreeze and cause ice build up. ■Please keep a safe distance from snowplows. Be aware that snowplows may back up at anytime Do not pass snowplows while they are plowing WHY DO THE PLOWS PUSH SNOW WHERE THEY DO? ■The weight of snow and traction on road sometimes determines where the snow ends up ■Fire hydrants, ADA Ramps, school crossings, driveways, and mailboxes all must be considered ■Plows will clear a lane first and come back after the storm to push the edges back to widen the road for future snow storage WHY IS MY STREET NOT PLOWED? ■Snow is still falling ■People blow snow back into the road ■During a large storm it takes time to clear all the roads ■Too many cars parked on the road For questions or concerns, the 24-hour dispatch phone number is [PHONE REDACTED]. You may also email your com- ments to [EMAIL REDACTED]. BUSINESS OF THE MONTH AWARD SPONSORED BY BUSINESSES OF THE MONTH We might not be able to safely plow a street there are cars parked on. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 Near the end of the Celebration for the new Millcreek City Hall, Councilmember Cheri Jackson took some time to reflect on Millcreek’s history. We are a new city but an old community—one of the oldest in the Salt Lake Valley— and she wanted to share some of Millcreek’s history, particularly that of John and Mary Neff and the first flour mill in Utah. John and Mary were born in Lancaster, where they had a large and prosperous farm. In 1842, they joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then made the decision to sell their holdings in and in 1844, moved to Nauvoo, Illinois, to join with those of their faith. They arrived in Nauvoo just as the city was evacuating, and the Neffs joined the exodus from Illinois to Winter Quarters, Nebraska. John and Mary were very wealthy from the sale of their property. At Winter Quarters, Brigham Young asked the Neffs to donate $2,600 towards building a flour mill, knowing they would only need it for a few months. John didn’t hesitate. He built the mill, which provided flour for the pioneers who came through Winter Quarters on their way to the Salt Lake Valley. President Young later said of John Neff, “God bless him forever, for it was the money he brought with him from that saved thousands of men, women, and children from starving.” John and Mary arrived in the Salt Lake Valley on October 2, 1847. In the spring of 1848, John set out to find a site for a mill. He chose East Mill Creek, building the first flour mill in the valley about two miles west of the mouth of Mill Creek Canyon. The Neff’s were generous to those in need and re- fused to profit from the desperation of others. In a trib- ute to John Neff, Orson Pratt said, “A conspicuous ex- ample of fairness and philanthropy was John Neff, the pioneer builder of Mill Creek. When flour commanded as high as a dollar a pound, he would not accept more than six cents a pound, the standard tith- ing office price, nor would he sell it all except to the needy, utterly refus- ing to speculate himself or to encourage others to do so out of the necessities of the poor.” In addition to the flour mill, John and Mary eventu- ally built a sawmill and a shingle mill on Mill Creek. Other early pioneers also built mills, eventually making 20 mills on Mill Creek. The mills and the products they produced were essential to the survival and well-being of the early Utah settlers. Our city is named Millcreek, after the creek that flows through our boundaries. In homage to our city’s heri- tage, we have used the mill wheel in our city seal and on our city flag. The millstone is the logo for Millcreek Common, and the millstone pattern is replicated in the woodwork in City Hall’s main stairwell and in the lobby of each floor. The mill and the mill stone have historical signifi- cance, but they represent not only our past but also our future. Like a mill composed of interconnected parts operating together, a community is made up of inter- connected individuals, families, and groups working collectively toward shared objectives. Each member plays a vital role in contributing to our community’s overall function and success. The wheel’s movement signifies the unified effort and cooperation in our community. Just as a mill wheel turns, symbolizing energy generation and progress, our community evolves continuously, adapting to new challenges and opportunities to improve. The mill needs two millstones for milling wheat, as one alone cannot accomplish the task. They must collaborate to achieve the desired result. Similarly, our community thrives when we collaborate towards our goals. At times, conflicts arise, causing friction among people. However, when we unite and collabo- rate, we yield the finest outcomes, benefiting everyone in our community through collective contributions. As a city, we value our community’s legacy. We recognize the contribution of the Neff family and the many others who settled in this part of the valley and whose descendants continue to live in and contribute to Millcreek. That legacy was honored by the presen- tation of a Community Legacy Award to the great great-grandson of John and Mary Neff, John Elwood Neff. John Elwood Neff was born in his grand- parents’ home on the corner of Evergreen and Oakwood Ave- nues in East Millcreek on August 3, 1920. Now in his 104th year of life, Elwood has been an exemplary representative of this outstanding community and the Neff family legacy. Throughout his century-plus of life, East Millcreek has always been Elwood’s home. He has lived in 5 dif- ferent homes on Evergreen Avenue. As a boy, he played in the creek and swam in the old Neff mill pond. He at- tended the old Sherman School, Granite High, and the University of Utah. A 2nd lieutenant in the Navy during World War II, Elwood was a communications officer stationed in London to deliver dispatches to Winston Churchill. After the war, Elwood and his bride, Lorele Burt, built their home on the banks of Mill Creek, raising their six children in the area. He and his father also built a very successful civil engineering firm, Neff Engineering, on Mill Creek at 2500 Evergreen Avenue. A man of faith, Elwood was a beloved bishop in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a decade, personally raising funds, physically raising the walls, and shingling the roof of the church at 2125 East Evergreen Avenue. He and his wife Lorele served mis- sions on Temple Square, India, and South Africa. As an energetic elementary school youth, Elwood was asked to lead the horse pulling the Parade Queen’s wagon in the first annual East Millcreek Lions Club 4th of July Parade down Evergreen Avenue. His life came full circle several years ago when he and Lorele were ‘grand marshals’ of the same parade. Elwood has always quietly gone about supporting and building his community. Much has changed in Mill- creek—and age has dimmed his abilities and mobility— but the results of life-long service and love of others leave a legacy for Elwood and Lorele and Millcreek. The city’s first official flag has been adopted by the City Council! Over many months, various options were presented to the Council with the original design coming from the Millcreek Youth Council. The blue field is overlaid with green mountains in the shape of a broad letter for Millcreek, that is capped with white snow and edged by a flowing creek of water with a white emblem of a mill wheel in the foreground. The flag adheres to design vexillology (the study of flags) guidelines. The new Millcreek flag reflects the colors of the city logo: The blue sky symbolizes the hope and vision of a new city, where the sky is the limit to our community’s potential. The white snow on the mountains represents beloved winter recreation as well as the integrity and transpar- ency expected from municipal government. The green of the mountains represents our commu- nity’s prosperity and the hope in the youth of the city. The beautiful mountains represent Grandeur Peak and Mount Olympus that watch protectively over the city of Millcreek. The flowing creek represents primarily the city’s namesake: Mill Creek, and secondarily the other waterways important to our city: the Jordan River, Big Cottonwood Creek, Parley’s Creek, and the many historic canals and irrigation ditches. It also represents the city flowing towards progress. The mill wheel is an homage to the city’s deep heritage and past, not only of the mills built along the creek in the pioneering era of the Nineteenth Century, but the effort that led to the industry of today. The ten spokes on the mill wheel represent the ten significant ethnicities and nations that settled in Millcreek: The Goshutes The Shoshones The Utes Mormon Pioneers Pacific Islanders Europeans Hispanics Africans Asians Future settlers of Millcreek All together, the sky, snow, mountains, and flowing wa- ter embody the city’s motto of “Connected by Nature” — representing both the community’s love for the natural environment and desire for connecting with it, as well as the community-minded connectedness that comes naturally to Millcreek residents, businesses, and visitors. Millcreek Presents Community Legacy Award GIVEN TO JOHN ELWOOD NEFF AT CITY HALL GRAND OPENING CEREMONY About Millcreek’s New Flag ---PAGE BREAK--- H I S T O R I C C I T Y H A L L G R A N D O P E N I N G a momentous occasion when a family moves from rented space into their new home, and so it was with the city of Millcreek. On November 16, a Grand Opening Celebra- tion was thrown and a couple thousand com- munity members and friends gathered to see all six floors of the new digs. There was something for everyone—the discerning palette enjoyed sampling the donated spread on The Grandview (as the reception space on the 6th floor is now known), showcasing the six caterers to be used for future events there. The shopper examined the unique Utah’s Own products in the Public Market on the ground floor. The 10-year-old future police officer explored the sally port and holding cell in the basement. The armchair archi- tects marveled at the wood-timber framed roof, the first of its kind in the state, and awed at the integration of form and function in such a practi- cal, yet beautiful building. The budget-conscious were thrilled to learn that the mortgage rate is only 2.14% and that the struc- ture is still elegant in its concrete frugality. The city employees reveled in showing off their new space to family members, so relieved to be out of the windowless strip mall where city business had been conducted. Mayor Silvestrini, the City Coun- cil, and even Milo the Millcreek Moose greeted neighbors and friends, and welcomed Members of Congress, legislators, county officials, and mayors and councilmembers from around the valley. So, enjoy this special photo spread to relive the memory of the magical night. It is an occasion to be proud to be a Millcreeker! And if you haven’t stopped in to explore this new house of the people, come stop by soon! T H E B E G I N N I N G O F A N E W E R A F O R M I L L C R E E K It’s “We did this. We now have a true civic center, not merely a government building but a building which serves our community. This is a shared asset that our Millcreek community will enjoy for generations.” —Mayor Jeff Silvestrini ---PAGE BREAK--- H I S T O R I C C I T Y H A ---PAGE BREAK--- L L G R A N D O P E N I N G ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 2 0 2 3 M I L L C R E E K M I R A C L E O N I C E S H O W R E V I E W 11/30 • 12/1 • 12/2 T I C K E T S & I N F O R M AT I O N AT MILLCREEKCOMMON.ORG M I G R A T I O N S ---PAGE BREAK--- In the Millcreek election held on November 21, 2023, Cheri Jack- son won the Council District 3 race. This was the second time Millcreek opted into ranked choice voting, which gives voters the freedom to rank candi- dates in order of their preference. How- ever, ranked choice was not utilized this time as Mrs. Jackson received a majority of votes in the first round, thereby render- ing any subsequent rankings unnecessary. The City Council certified the final elec- tion results as the Board of Canvassers at a meeting held on December 5, 2023. The report can be found online at: millcreek. us/161/Elections. The uncontested Council District 1 and Mayor races were previously cancelled by the City Council. Incumbents Silvia Catten, Council District 1, Cheri Jackson, Council District 3, and Jeff Silvestrini, Mayor, were sworn into office for their new four-year terms at the City Council meeting on January 9, 2024. 9 Milo the Millcreek Moose loved helping to cut the ribbon at the Millcreek City Hall Grand Opening! He represents the young people of Millcreek, our connection to nature, and the fun and whimsical in all of us. To start the new year off right, Milo would like to share a few of his favorite moose jokes: Q: What do you call a moose with no name? A: Anonymoose! Q: How do you throw a party for a moose? A: You have a “moose”-ical chairs game! Q: What’s a moose’s favorite ice cream flavor? A: Chocolate moose tracks! Q: Why did the moose break up with his girlfriend? A: She couldn’t handle his “moose”-tache! Q: What’s a moose’s favorite subject in school? A: Moose-ic class! Q: What do you get when you cross a moose with a ghost? A: A moose-terious creature! Q: What’s a moose’s favorite type of party? A: A Three Moose-keteer party! Q: How does a moose keep its fur looking good? A: He uses moose-turizer! Q: Why did the moose cross the road? A: To go skate at Millcreek Common, of course! Moose Jokes, Milo? Millcreek 2023 Election Follow Up SAVE THE DATE SKYLINE SUPER REUNION May 17, 2024 May 18, 2024 Laser Tag, Movie Night, Teacher Brunch, Alumni Football Games, 5K, Skyline Under the Lights ALUMNI More information coming soon on the Skyline High School Website Walk the halls of Skyline one last time Demolition begins following the 2023-2024 school year & Come join us for: M i l o ’ s K i d C o r n e r A P L AC E TO P L AY CHERI JACKSON ---PAGE BREAK--- Put these events on your calendar: ART MARKET AT MILLCREEK COMMON Jan 15 – March 16 Open Daily 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Public Market (1st Floor of City Hall) Opening Reception: Jan 18, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Meet the artists. Enjoy live music, food and drinks (21+ drinks available for purchase). Thursdays: Art/Live at the Common 7:00 – 9:00 PM Come celebrate the weekly featured artists and enjoy live music, food, and drinks (21+ drinks available for purchase) Saturdays: Local Arts Fest 11:00 – 3:00 PM Saturday markets bring in more local artisans to the Art Market. Enjoy interactive activities and make free crafts.. Sundays: The Bazaar 12:00 – 5:00 PM Browse and buy high-quality vintage items and handmade crafts. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY Jan 15, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM $2 off ice skating admission CHINESE NEW YEAR Feb 10, 6:30 – 8:00 PM Free It’s the Year of the Dragon. Enjoy a dragon dance and games. Remember to wear red! Continued from Page 1 ICE SKATING SHOWCASE Skate Loop at Millcreek Common 6:30 PM -7:00 PM FREE! JANUARY Monday, January 8 Park City Figure Skating Club Wednesday, January 17 Centennial Park Figure Skating Club Wednesday, January 24 Murray Silver Blades Figure Skating Club Monday, January 29 Oval Figure Skating Club FEBRUARY Monday, February 5 Brighton High School Figure Skating Club Wednesday, February 7 Salt Lake Figure Skating Club Monday, February 12 Wasatch Figure Skating Club VALENTINE’S DAY: HEARTS AFIRE Feb 14 Love inspired fun for all! Get tickets and register for activities at MillcreekCommon.org. Space is limited. Ice Dance Lesson 6:30 – 7:00 PM Ice Performance: Skate Look Ice Troupe featuring Ice Theatre of Utah 8:00 – 8:15 PM Public Ice Skating 7:00 – 9:00 PM Color Me Mine 6:00 – 9:00 PM Paint on love-inspired ceramics Public Market (1st Floor of City Hall) Fee varies per ceramic ($15 - $30) West Coast Swing 7:00 – 8:00 PM Intro class for beginners 8:00 – 10:00 PM Social Dancing The Grandview (Top Floor of City Hall) 21+ Drinks and Specialty Cocktails Available PRESIDENTS DAY Feb 19, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM $2 off ice skating admission VINYL REVIVAL AT MILLCREEK COMMON Record & Memorabilia Pop-Up Shop Mar 25 – April 6 Open Daily 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Public Market (1st Floor of City Hall) Come Play! COME TO 1354 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 LEARN MORE AT millcreekcommon.org @millcreekcommon 10 I C E S K A T I N G ICE SKATING THRU MARCH 16 Monday - Thursday Sessions 11:00 AM-12:30, 1:00-2:30, 3:00-4:30, 7:00-9:00 Friday- Saturday Sessions 10:30 AM-12:00, 12:30-2:00, 2:30-4:00, 4:30-6:00, 6:30-7:30, 7:45-8:45, 9:00-10:00 Sunday Sessions 11:00 AM-12:30, 1:00-2:30, 3:00-4:30, 5:00-6:30, 7:00-9:00 Session hours will differ for special events and holidays. Please confirm sessions online at MillcreekCommon.org. This schedule is subject to change P R I C I N G Admission $7 Ice 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. Email [EMAIL REDACTED] G E T T I C K E T S AT MillcreekCommon.org ---PAGE BREAK--- Come meet all the visual artists while listening to the amazing jazz and swing mu- sic band, Hot House West. The heart of this musical, non-profit ensemble is “a belief that music transcends barriers, unites people of all backgrounds and bridges the gap between past, present and future.” Live music will be hosted every Thursday during the Art Market by the Millcreek Arts Council. On Saturdays and Sundays, the Art Market brings in additional artisans and curated vendors to enhance the market experience for all guests. “Our goal is to create a space where the community gathers and artists are celebrated,” said Aimee McConkie, Executive Director of Millcreek Common. The Art Market is sponsored by Home Again Consignment, which recently moved their store to Millcreek (3640 S. Highland Drive). Food and 21+ drinks will be avail- able for purchase at Art/Live on Thursdays. Millcreek Coffee Roasters is now open in the Millcreek Public Market and brings its freshly roasted coffee and café offerings to Millcreek. As a family-owned and operated business, Millcreek Coffee Roasters has been roasting specialty-grade coffee in Utah since 1992. Despite its name, during its 30-years in business, Millcreek Coffee Roasters has never operated in Millcreek, Utah. “We are so excited to be a part of this great new space and enjoy the unique culture of Millcreek,” said Stacey Maxwell, President of Millcreek Coffee Roasters. The café in the Millcreek Public Market offers break- fast, lunch, dinner, as well as a kid’s menu and grab- and-go convenience items. Millcreek Coffee Roasters features its specialty coffee beverages, creative non-cof- fee beverages, local pastries, gourmet sandwiches and salads, and artisan chocolates. The café is also excited to introduce a craft soda menu as well as specialty cock- tails, beer and wine, unique to the Millcreek location. “We’re excited to have such an outstanding product and operator in our Public Market,” said Mayor Jeff Silvestrini. “The fact that their name is a perfect fit is a terrific bonus!” Thursdays: Art/Live at the Common 7:00 – 9:00 PM Featured artist reception and mingle. Enjoy live music, food, and drinks (21+ drinks available for purchase). Saturdays: Local Arts Fest 11:00 – 3:00 PM Saturday markets brings in more local artisans. Enjoy free crafts and hands-on activities are available for kids of all ages. The Bazaar Sundays, January 21 - March 17, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Public Market (1st Floor of City Hall The Bazaar is a weekly Sunday market that is co-hosted with the Art Market. Delight in the unique collections of creative, small businesses who are dedicated to building community and who support sustainability. Shop local first at The Bazaar. It’s the per- fect place to gather with friends, browse and buy high-quality vintage items, see art, and enjoy handmade crafts. Bazaar market vendors rotate weekly. Opening Reception Thurs, Jan 18, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Meet all the market artists during the Opening Reception. Enjoy live music with Hot House West, food, and drinks (21+ drinks available for purchase). Come Enjoy Millcreek Coffee Roasters in the City Hall Public Market MILLCREEK COMMON H A P P E N I N G S 11 Open Daily 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Public Market (1st Floor of City Hall) Jan 15 – March 16 Information about featured artists and bands are posted weekly on social meeting via @millcreekcommon. H O M E A G A I N CONSIGNMENT Continued from Page 1 ART MARKET at Millcreek Common ---PAGE BREAK--- 12 millcreek.us City Hall: 1330 E Chambers Ave 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] © 2024 MILLCREEK NEWS important PHONE NUMBERS across our city and our state given Utah’s strong economy and nation-leading popula- tion growth. I know I share an enthusiasm with our council to continue our progress over the next 4 years. Cheri, Silvia and I express our appreciation for your trust and confidence in us. Speaking of signature achieve- ments in our city, our new city hall is now open and welcom- ing residents and others who do business with our city or who just want to experience the activities and programs we offer in our new public spaces. Our new facilities will allow us to better serve Millcreek residents. Our city staff and our police of- ficers are extremely happy to be working in offices with windows and adequate heat. While our old city hall and police build- ings served a need for a time, the new replacement is certainly superior. I encourage Millcreek residents to come and see your new city hall. I’m going to make it a point to reserve time on my Friday meetings calendar to give interested residents a tour. Let the front desk know when you call for an appointment and I will show you around. I am sure you will like the amenities the build- ing will offer to our community, from the Public Market to the banquet and meeting facilities we now offer. Our new building compliments and interacts with Millcreek Common to create a true civic center in our city and will do so for decades to come. I want to thank the hundreds of Millcreek residents and busi- nesses that contributed to our winter coat drive. We collected an enormous amount of winter clothing for our unsheltered population and others in need. I also thank our Millcreek Prom- ise team and our community partners who worked with us to locate alternative housing for the dozens of Millcreek families being displaced by the closure of the Holladay Hills Apartment complex. This was a big task, but thanks to our Promise Program and cooperation from many people and agencies working in the housing space, we have been able to assist many to relocate into alternative housing and prevent folks from becoming unhoused this winter. As we start a new year, I wish all Millcreek residents health and prosperity. Please come visit us and enjoy our new civic center. Short-term rentals are homes or bedrooms within homes that a homeowner rents for fewer than 30 days at a time. Short-term rentals are often found on popular travel websites and apps such as Airbnb or VRBO. Many of us have used a short-term rental at one time or another as we’ve travelled. Because Millcreek is close to world-class ski and mountain resorts, short-term rentals are in high demand here. Resident Feedback and Recent Trends Regard- ing Short-Term Rentals We receive a variety of opinions from Millcreek residents regarding short-term rentals, including from people who want more of them, and from people who are concerned about the impact short-term rentals have in their communities, particularly regarding noise and parking. On one hand, it is clear that short-term rentals provide important income opportunities for homeown- ers, and support visitors and tourists to our state, which is a keystone of our regional economy. However, we also understand from many Mill- creek residents that too many rentals in a small area can have an adverse impact on parking and neighborhood stability, and can constrain the availability of affordable long-term rental housing in the community, which in turn contributes to Utah’s housing affordability challenges. Millcreek is not alone in this discussion: cities throughout Utah are grappling with updating short-term rental regulations in a manner that balances neighborhood concerns with the property rights of rental owners. Millcreek is considering policy options that are similar to what other cities are doing. Options include limiting short-term rentals to certain zones, imposing additional require- ments to verify owner-occupancy, and establish- ing a minimum separation between short-term rentals to avoid a situation where multiple short- term rentals occupy a cul-de-sac or a section of a neighborhood street. Licensing Requirements Millcreek Code requires that an owner of a short-term rental obtain a business license, and we currently limit the number of short-term rentals in the city. Each City Council district is allowed to have 30 short-term rentals within the district boundary. We currently have 47 business licenses for short-term rentals in Millcreek: 7 in District 1, 9 each in Districts 2 and 3, and 22 in District 4. In addition, we require each short-term rental owner to live in the dwelling they rent out as a primary resident, maintain their property, and provide adequate off-street parking. Unlicensed Short-Term Rentals Although Millcreek requires short-term rental owners to obtain a Millcreek business license, we know that many short-term rentals are unli- censed. A recent search on a popular short-term rental website showed nearly 100 listings for short-term rentals in Millcreek for the first week in January, 2024. State law prohibits Millcreek from imposing penalties on people solely for the act of listing a short-term rental on a website or app, which makes the task of regulating short- term rentals difficult for city staff. Millcreek Wants to Hear from You Recently, the Millcreek City Council asked staff to present them with options regarding updat- ing our short-term rental ordinance. They also passed an ordinance that prevents us from accepting or approving applications until March 1, 2024, to give the community time to take resident input and gather information as staff prepares an update to the short-term rental or- dinance. In the meantime, we want to hear from you regarding your thoughts on short-term rent- als. Please email your comments and questions regarding short-term rentals to Francis Xavier Lilly at [EMAIL REDACTED]. MT. 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WORK MEETING TIMES AT MILLCREEK.US MILLCREEK CITY HALL, 1330 E CHAMBERS AVE MEETINGS ARE LIVE STREAMED AT MILLCREEK.US ENJOY GRASS-ROOTS ENGAGEMENT THROUGH YOUR 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] Seeking Your Input for Short- Term Rentals in Millcreek 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: Congrats Meet in-person with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini Fridays from 2-4 pm for 15 minutes. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule. MEET WITH THE MAYOR