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Join us Wednesday, July 3rd, as Millcreek Common hosts its 2nd annual Independence Eve Big Air Show from 6:00–10:00 pm. Tickets at MillcreekCommon.org for Limited Seating. Enjoy high-flying entertainment along with roller skating, climbing, games, special Independence Day-themed concessions, delicious food, and a beer garden. 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,—Olympi- ans and World Champions—from all over the country. Finally, 150 drones will rise above Millcreek Common to create an unforget- table sky show. Drones are one of the safest and most eco-friendly forms of entertain- ment. Patriotic imagery and Millcreek themes will be intertwined into the per- formance and choreographed to music. Perhaps Milo the Moose will even make an appearance in the sky! We hope to see you and your neighbors at this Independence Day Eve Celebration. Since its inception in 2017, Mill- creek has taken ownership of four parks within its boundaries: Can- yon Rim Park, Fortuna Park, Scott Avenue Park, and Sunnyvale Park. These four parks, more than just green space, are vital recreational areas that allow Mill- creek residents to enjoy the beauty of nature. However, the care and maintenance of these parks are not solely the city's responsibility. Preserving these natural havens requires the collective effort and attention of all park users, highlighting the importance of community involvement. Canyon Rim Park, located in northeast Millcreek, is 16 acres and the largest of the four city-owned parks. This spring, the city began construction of 10 pickleball courts, replacing the old, worn-out tennis courts in the northwest corner of the park. Construction will continue through the summer and is anticipated to be com- pleted in early fall. Other improvements were made to the park last year. The city was able to replace the playground equip- ment on the east side of the park and add a larger area for swings through receiving a grant of approximately $400,000 added to city funds. Fortuna Park in the Mount Olympus area is the site of the former Fortuna El- ementary School. The smallest of the four city parks, Fortuna Park is a needed open area on the east side of Wasatch Boule- vard. Last year, COUNCIL CORNER CHERI JACKSON COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 cont. on page 12: Parks Millcreek Parks and How We Care for Them Ve n tureO u t . o r g This is a Public Service of Millcreek. Required and Erected by Permission of Millcreek, Pursuant to §19.82.030 of the Millcreek Code There’s nothing I love more than relaxing in my hammock with a good book and a big glass of lemonade on a warm summer day. I decided to choose a summer reading theme this year; UTAH! I’m trying to read books based in or about our beautiful state, or written by a Utahn. The Utah Division of Arts and Museums has a fun resource to help me in my search called, ‘Mapping Literary Utah.’ www.mappinglit- eraryutah.com And wow, do they have a lot of reading suggestions. Lucky for me, and the rest of Millcreek, we have so many great places to find our next read. I usually start at the Millcreek Library because the librarians have such great suggestions for readers of all ages. I recently stumbled upon their, ‘Get Outdoors,’ book section and found fiction, non-fiction, guides, and even board books for the littles about explor- ing outside. While you’re there, be sure to sign your kids up for the summer reading program! This year’s theme is, ‘Adventure Begins.’ It goes through July 31st and there are a lot of great prizes to encourage read- ing. Be sure to check out the library’s event calendar for free fun in our community. I also love browsing the new, used, and col- lectible books at Marissa’s Books. I usually stop in when I need a gift for someone and end up staying for much longer than I’d planned. Browsing their unique offerings in their cozy space is a great way to spend some time. I also love it when I come across a free little library around town! What a great way to share. What are your favorite summer books? XOXOXO, Millie Here’s Millie! MILLIE MILLCREEK MILLCREEK 1330 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 PRESRT STD US POSTAGE PA I D PERMIT 7148 SLC, UT DETAILS ON PAGE 6 Catch Some Big Air! New! Our Very Own I N D E P E N D E N C E D A Y E V E Millcreek, Connected by Nature I Volume: 8, Issue: 6 I July 2024 I millcreekUT.gov ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 Millcreek wants every resident to have an equal opportunity to be healthy. To achieve this, in 2018 Millcreek established the Millcreek Promise Program to create a safer, healthier community for all. The Promise Program plans events and service projects to increase access to healthy food, de-stigmatize mental health, and improve opportunities for outdoor recreation. Millcreek installed a futsal court in a portion of the city that is home to lower-income, immigrant, and refugee populations. Millcreek also partnered with the IRC New Roots Program to promote local food production and incentivize growing culturally appropriate foods. The city website has a resource page to inform residents of opportunities for healthy eating, active living, and improving mental health. These are just some of the many reasons why Millcreek was designated a Healthy Utah Community in 2021. 2024 REDESIGNATION: To be redesignated in Spring 2024, Millcreek continued to work hard to ensure that every resident has access to healthy food and mental health resources. The city partnered with Waste Less Solutions to launch a garden share program that distributes excess produce from residents’ gardens to organizations and food pantries that address hunger in the community. Millcreek also partnered with Housing Connect to host resource fairs that provide refugees and low-income residents with resources for education, health, and safety. This ensures that a strong foundation is in place for improved wellbeing. The elections in the Millcreek Community Council areas of Millcreek, East Mill Creek, Canyon Rim and Mt. Olympus will be held on Tuesday, November 5. These councils are important because they pro- vide communities with an identity. The councils can plan and present recommendations on actions to the city as representatives of their area—a link between residents and the city government. Community councils submit an annual list of their top priorities to the mayor’s office. Commu- nity councils play an important role in promoting the well-being of their local neighborhoods, developing community spirit and informing the residents about matters of public concern. The Councils play an im- portant role in reviewing and making recommendations on applications, e.g., development, rezone, ordinance changes, etc. Millcreek's first "grass roots" re- view of new ordinances usually takes place at the community council level. Community councils hold their meetings in public so all residents can attend. Special meetings can also be called in order to assess the views of their community members on major issues. They participate actively in assuring that their representa- tive community views are heard and recognized. They should always act in a non-political and non-sectarian way. People wanting to share their time and skills are perfect: must be over 18 years old, be a resi- dent where they plan to run, and they must be a registered voter on the County’s electoral roll. They can have no legal incapac- ity and filling out the Declaration of Candidacy form is necessary. The Declaration of Candidacy is collected by the election officer of each community council. Those wanting to be a candi- date in the upcoming election are required to fill out a Declaration of Candidacy Form; contact the Election Officer in your respective area for the form and submit back to that Election Officer along with a maximum 75-word biography and a .jpg photograph by close of business Friday, July 19. CANYON RIM CITIZENS ASSOCIATION ELECTIONS There are several openings for residents running for re-election or vacancies. All Canyon Rim residents interested in being part of the movers and shakers be- hind the scenes in their commu- nity are welcome to submit their Declaration of Candidacy form to CRCA’s Chair Robert Peterson, [EMAIL REDACTED]. EAST MILL CREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS East Mill Creek Community Council has been a part of steering the area’s direction for many, many years. There are 5 openings on the board up for election. Contact EMCCC’s Election Officer LeeAnn Hansen, [EMAIL REDACTED] or [PHONE REDACTED], for the Declaration of Candidacy Form and submit documents to LeeAnn. MILLCREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS Millcreek Community Council (MCC) has 5 openings up for elec- tion. All MCC residents interested in being part of the grassroots activities in our community are welcome to submit their Declara- tion of Candidacy form to MCC's Election Officer Chip Spencer, [EMAIL REDACTED] or [PHONE REDACTED]. MT OLYMPUS COMMUNITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS The MOCC is preparing for the upcoming council election in November. There are 6 seats up for filling. Please contact the election official, Tom Stephens, [PHONE REDACTED], tstephen@xmis- sion.com for a Declaration of Candidacy form and instructions. MILLCREEK PROMISES KEPT CAMERON DIEHL Utah League of Cities & Towns Executive Director CHET LOFTIS Get Healthy Utah Board Chair ALYSIA DUCUARA Get Healthy Utah Executive Director Millcreek Get Healthy Utah and the Utah League of Cities and Towns are pleased to recognize for working to support opportunities for healthy living for all residents. 2024-2027 Chet Loftis Millcreek Recognized Why Your Community Councils Matter 3300 S 0 39 0 S 4500 S 700 E STATE ST I-80E EB FWY I-80E W I-15 SB FWY I-15 NB FWY 1300 E 900 W MAIN ST 5600 S 4800 S 2700 S 900 E 300 W VINE ST 5300 S WEST TEMPLE ST 00 S 700 W VANWINKLE EXPY MURRAY H RSVILLE EXPY RICH ND ST OW BROOK EXPY 1300 NB E NB COL VANWINKLE EXPY 1300 E 300 W 700 E 13 2700 S 700 W SALT LAKE CITY HOLLADAY COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS MURRAY SOUTH SALT LAKE 0 0.5 1 0.25 Mile I Cartography: T. 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OLYMPUS COMMUNITY COUNCIL RICHARD WILLIAMSON [EMAIL REDACTED] CANYON RIM CITIZEN’S ASSOCIATION ROBERT PETERSON, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] MILLCREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL JEREMIAH CLARK, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] EAST MILL CREEK COMMUNITY COUNCIL NANCY CARLSON-GOTTS, CHAIR [EMAIL REDACTED] [PHONE REDACTED] ENGAGE WITH YOUR COMMUNITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL DIST. 1 SILVIA CATTEN [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DIST. 3 CHERI JACKSON [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] CITY COUNCIL DIS. 4 BEV UIPI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] MAYOR JEFF SILVESTRINI [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] For all community council meeting times and locations please Visit millcreekut.gov and go to calendar CITY COUNCIL DIST. 2 THOM DESIRANT [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] ---PAGE BREAK--- J U L Y 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 3 ALEXANDER STEWART This fall I will be attending and swimming for the United States Air Force Academy. I am so grateful for all the experiences and opportunities I have had with the Millcreek Youth Council! CONRAD FLAKE I had a great time with Millcreek Youth Council. I’ve been able to meet some great people and serve my community. After graduation, I will be serving a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I am very grateful for the opportunities that Millcreek Youth Council has given me. DANA NGUYEN I have been on the Millcreek Youth Council for 2 years and I have loved helping the community and meeting new people. I plan to attend the University of Utah for chemical engineering. EMILY OMER I am planning on going to UVU for the first two years of college, and then to Utah State University for elementary education. My goals for next year are to continue serving, make lifelong friends, have fun, and be able to get good scholarships for college. HAILEY RAWLINGS I am undecided where I will be attending. I plan to get my esthetician license and pursue a career in that. I have absolutely loved being a part of the Millcreek Youth Council and am forever grateful for all the opportunities I’ve had to serve my community. I’ll miss everyone so much, but I am very excited to see what my future has in store for me. HEATHER CHEN I am incredibly grateful for being able to serve as the Service Chair for the Millcreek Youth Council this year, as it has prepared me for my next step in college and life. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and gave me a lovely new community to count on. I will study international relations at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland. HENRY PIERCE Henry has loved serving on the Millcreek Youth Council. He plans on attending Utah State University to study Criminology and minor in Coaching. ILENA DANG After graduation, I will be attending NYU to study Public Policy and Economics. This fall, I am heading to D.C. to spend my first undergraduate year in a study-away program. I am grateful beyond measure for the people I’ve met on the Millcreek Youth Council, and the opportunities we’ve had to engage with and serve our community. I look forward to finding ways to continue these endeavors! MACEY SWENSEN This Fall I will be playing soccer at Evergreen State College in Washington State. I plan on majoring in Elementary Education. I will continue to serve my community through service. I have thoroughly loved being a part of the Millcreek Youth Council! MINHANH LE Skyline High School SIENNA WHITE Sienna is planning to attend the University of Utah in the fall studying biochemistry and business! She plans to later attend the University of Utah’s dental school and become an Orthodontist! ZOEY NG This fall, I will be majoring in Pre-Nursing at the University of Utah on a full-ride scholarship. I’ll also continue working as an MA at University Hospital. Serving my community through MYC has been an enriching experience—one I am deeply grateful for. I have met so many incredible people here, and I wish them all the best for what lies ahead! Twelve members of the Millcreek Youth Council have graduated and are moving on to the next exciting phase of their lives. These incredible people served our community selflessly, and we can't thank them enough for all their hard work. The Youth Council started off the new term by hosting a Backpack & School Supplies Drive where they gathered and organized donations from the community to deliver 100 fully stocked elementary and secondary backpacks to the Granite Education Foundation. In the fall, the Council picked up sev- eral pounds of trash at Canyon Rim Park, all the while pro- viding an example of how we should treat the beautiful world around us. The Council also hosted a successful Halloween Costume Drive and were thrilled to deliver 50 new and gently used Halloween costumes to students at James E. Moss Ele- mentary. 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 where they were educated on the importance of planning and zoning ordinances and the difficulties of navigating zoning code. In the spring, the Youth Council made and delivered hundreds of tissue paper flowers to St. Mark’s Hospital to be placed in patient rooms who could not have live flowers in their rooms due to risk of respiratory issues or infection. 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. The City Council recently awarded the Mayor's Star of Excellence to 50 Millcreek high school juniors at Skyline, Olympus, and Cottonwood who attained a 3.96 or higher GPA. We are proud of you and look forward to seeing the great things you will accomplish. Monika Cinbis Skyline High School Luca Piero Dalcanto Skyline High School Davis Skyline High School Noah Gagon Olympus High School Anhkhoa Dinh Le Skyline High School Andrew Norton Olympus High School Canyon Pettitt Cottonwood High School Grace Schwartz Olympus High School Hannah Snow Olympus High School Carson Stewart Skyline High School Lilit Ter-Gevorkian Olympus High School Mckenna Tuckett Cottonwood High School Mari Yerlin Vasques Peralta Olympus High School Frida Winter Olympus High School Jeffrey Zou Skyline High School Abigail Packer Olympus High School Rain Xu Skyline High School Hana Quinn Olympus High School London Nielsen Olympus High School Gavin Randall Skyline High School Joseph Scowcroft Skyline High School Adalyn Blodgett Skyline High School Raven Semon Olympus High School Isabel Khachatryan Skyline High School Della Gardner Olympus High School Roheed Arabzai Cottonwood High School Kai Rosenbluth Skyline High School Connor Soelberg Skyline High School Lilly Hawes Olympus High School Zachary Wellborn Skyline High School Caroline Judd Skyline High School Eleanor Smith Olympus High School Caroline Handy Skyline High School Genevieve Romney Skyline High School Nora Winterton Skyline High School Tai Jansen Skyline High School Rafid Aayan Skyline High School Hattie Shon Skyline High School Grace Fredrick Skyline High School Warner Wilson Skyline High School Felicia Shi Skyline High School Micah Tien Skyline High School Ava Marie Ramsay Olympus High School Samuel Andres Olaya Pulido Olympus High School Jane Walker Olympus High School Jocelyn Park Olympus High School Nina Boskovic Cottonwood High School Jackson Crandall Skyline High School Siesa Olympus High School Ian Colton Cottonwood High School Thanks, Millcreek Youth Council Millcreek Students Awarded Mayor's Star of Excellence ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 Millcreek Co July Events At A Glance AT THE GRANDVIEW 7.4 EAST MILL CREEK LIONS CLUB 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION 7-11am Chuckwagon Breakfast at Evergreen Park. 9am Parade Begins at 2700 E. Evergreen Ave., 9:30am-1pm Midway Games 7.17 PRIZE BINGO NIGHT AT THE GRANDVIEW 6:30-8:30pm on the 6th Floor of City Hall A fundraiser to benefit the Millcreek Promise Program. Everyone is eligible to play and win. 7.24 PIE AND ROOT BEER DAY 7-9pm, Millcreek Common Free Pie Slices and Root Beer Floats while you skate, climb, and splash. 8.2 PACIFIC ISLANDER SKATE NIGHT Celebrate Utah Pacific Islander Heritage Month with incredible food, live music, performances, and of course roller-skating. Admission is FREE (skate rental COME TO Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub 1354 E. Chambers Ave., Millcreek Come Play! SUMMER CLIMBING WALL Daily 11am - 9pm $7 admission, $5 equipment rental SUMMER SKATE LOOP Daily 11am - 10pm $7 admission, $5 quad skate rental SPLASH PAD Daily 10am -10pm Free! EXPLORE MORE! Visit millcreekcommon.org for more event details. VENTURE OUT! FRIDAYS 7.5 Twilight Market and Movie 6pm-Movie at Dusk, Scott Park Haunted Mansion (PG-13) VENTURE OUT! FRIDAYS 7.19 Twilight Market and Movie 6pm-Movie at Dusk, Sunnyvale Park Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) WORLDWIDE ROLL OUT DAY 7.14 7-10pm, Millcreek Common Skaters from around the world will be rolling out together. Skate with friends, family, and our Skate Loop Legends while DJ Jay spins your favorite tunes. Free Skating, Free Rentals INDEPENDENCE DAY EVE: BIG AIR SHOW 7.3 6-10pm, Millcreek Common Drone Show, Flying Aces, Lucha Libre Utah, Games, Food, Beer Garden. Tickets online at MillcreekCommon.org AT THE GRANDVIEW CAMP TRACY WEEKEND 7.26-7.28 Camp Overnight or buy a $5 day pass for Camp Tracy up Millcreek Canyon. Fun and activities for all ages. Reservations required at VentureOut.org 7.12 VENTURE OUT! FRIDAYS Twilight Market and Movie 6pm-Movie at Dusk, Tanner Park Incredibles 2 (PG) Inaugural Event on July 17th, 6:30-8:30pm Feeling lucky? Help us kick off this exciting new fundraiser held held every third Wednesday on the 6th floor of City Hall. Proceeds benefit Millcreek’s Promise Program to improve the safety, health, education, and economic well-being of Millcreek’s youth and families. Huge prizes. Everyone eligible to play and win. $5 suggested donation. LEARN MORE AT millcreekcommon.org @millcreekcommon I N D E P E N D E N C E D A Y E V E ---PAGE BREAK--- Hobby Shop Racing Collectors, Builders, and Creators FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS 5–8PM The Valley’s best food trucks are serving culinary delights at Millcreek Common every Thursday evening. Wed, July 10-Sep 25, 5-8pm A midweek market to fill your reusable bags with local produce, farm goods, artisan food, handmade crafts, and more. SNAP benefits accepted. J U L Y 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 5 mmunity Life July 1-28, 11 AM – 9 PM The first floor of Millcreek City Hall will be transformed into two RC Racetracks and Micro-Crawler courses. The Hobby Shop will feature racing collectors, builders, and creators of all kinds. Test your race skills and techniques with other enthusiasts. $5 Admission for Racetrack, $5 for Crawler Courses. RC & MODEL CAR SWAP MEET July 20, 5-9 PM Meet specialty hobbyists and visit with hobby clubs. Sundays, 11am-4pm The Bazaar at Millcreek Common is Utah's newest weekly Sunday flea market that features a variety of unique local vendors. You can find vintage clothing, unique art, and eclectic handmade crafts of all kinds. We hope to build community while promoting shopping locally and sustainably. P U B L I C M A R K E T 1 S T F L O O R O F C I T Y H A L L 1 3 3 0 E A S T C H A M B E R S A V E AT M I L L C R E E K C O M M O N event series AT M I L L C R E E K C O M M O N July FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS 5-8pm The Valley’s best food trucks are serving culinary delights at Millcreek Common every Thursday evening. SUMMER CAMP AT MILLCREEK COMMON Weekly camps for adventure loving kids ages 5-8 and 9-13 Mon-Fri 9am-12pm July 8-12. 15-19, 29-Aug 2 Skating, climbing, and more! Register online at MillcreekCommon.org YOGA ASSETS Sundays on the Skate Loop 8:30am-9:30am Yoga benefits the body and mind in so many ways in life. FREE weekly classes teach the transformative benefits of yoga. LEARN TO SKATE WITH SPARKILL Mondays, 6pm-7pm New to skating, or just want to brush up on the basics? Join SparKill for beginner roller skate lessons, which are free with skate admission. PLAYTIVITIES Weekdays (Mon – Fri), 12-2pm Orange Gazebos—near Splash Pad Free arts and crafts for creative kids, 13 and under. Follow @millcreekcommon to learn more. DANCE FITNESS CLASSES WITH GONZALEZ Saturdays on the Skate Loop, 8:30am-9:30am Bring a friend to shake it on the Skate Loop at our weekly dance fitness classes. FREE! SKATING FUN- DAMENTALS! Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm Learn new skate skills, fun tricks, and unique dance moves with Millcreek’s Skate Loop Legends. FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays starting 7/10 5-8pm Millcreek now has it's very own venue to purchase fresh produce from local farmers. DJ SKATE NIGHTS Fridays and Saturdays, 7-10pm Spin your skate wheels while our DJs spin your favorite tunes. All summer long. 1330 DESIGN COLLECTIVE CALL FOR VENDORS MARKET OPENS 8/1/24 Public Market Opportunities! Markets will be hosted on the Millcreek Common Plaza and on the 1st floor of City Hall. Apply at MillcreekCommon.org to be a seller. PARTNER WITH US TO SELL YOUR WARES DIRECTLY ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 Venture outside with us and enjoy one of the many community activi- ties we have planned. Venture Out! events bring friends, neighbors, and families together. It’s an opportunity to connect and recreate outside, together. We look forward to seeing you this summer in Millcreek. Learn more at VentureOut.org, @VentureOutUtah Life’s Better Outdoors! Th a n k Y ou S ponso r s ! P R E S E N T I N G G O L D S I L V E R B R O N Z E 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 & Friends What Venturing Out Looks Like For This Summer And Beyond: JUL: FRIDAY TWILIGHT MARKET & MOVIE Beginning at 6:00 pm, enjoy a beautiful park, public market, food trucks, Beat Bus DJ, and end the night with a movie on the big screen at dusk. AUG 6: NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME Ogle beautiful and interesting cars as well as learn what our police are doing to reduce crime and how you can help. Fun music and food too. AUG-SEP: CAMP TRACY Camp overnight or play for a day at the historic Boy Scout camp located just 10-minutes up beautiful Millcreek Canyon. Registration required. OCT 5: MILLFREAKS A Halloween entertainment tour through Millcreek’s four community council areas. Registration is required. 2 0 2 4 F U N F O R F R E E L i f e ' s B etter O u t d o o r s ! Come Venture ---PAGE BREAK--- J U L Y 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 7 EAT SHOP PLAY F ri da y T wi li g ht M ar ke t & M ov ie UTAH PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION SHOP e Out With Us! V E N T U R E O U T ! G O L D S P O N S O R S : SCOTT PARK 3475 S 800 E 7.5 6pm–twilight LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ ENJOY Enjoy delicious food and discover unique finds from local vendors at the twilight public market. Join in the fun with family, friends, and strangers as the beat goes on... Kids get free Creamies from the UPD Ice Cream Van WATCH Haunted Mansion (PG-13) Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, “Haunted Mansion” is about a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters. SHOP UTAH PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ ENJOY Bring blankets and low- back chairs, grab some food and enjoy a summer evening with friends and family in the park. WATCH Incredibles 2 (PG) Helen is called on to help bring Supers back, while Bob navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home when a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot that only the Incredibles can overcome together. Kids get free Creamies from the UPD Ice Cream Van TANNER PARK 2660 HERITAGE WAY 7.12 6pm–twilight ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 Vote for your favorite car I Food Trucks I Music Bounce Houses & Slides I EMT Teams I Games 8.6 5pm-8pm Big Cottonwood Park NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME AND ROLLING CAR SHOW F ri da y T wi li g ht M ar ke t & M ov ie The internet knows no limits when it comes to medical advice. But how can you tell fact from fiction? Our experts will take the time to talk through your and determine the best next steps. Connect with our nurses any time of day for quick, convenient and free expert care advice and support.* SKIP THE SEARCH BAR. Call Consult-A-Nurse. (435) 900-7827 (435) 900-7827 * Translation services are available for all languages, including Spanish. MOUNTAIN STAR St. Mark's Hospital stmarkshospital.com/consultanurse Our ERs are open 24/7 When emergencies hit close to home, we’re here for you. Find an ER near you at stmarksER.com Hey Salt Lake Valley, Quantum Fiber internet is here! 4 Life's bette V E N T U R E O U T ! G O L D S P O N S O R S : UTAH PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION SHOP LISTEN & DANCE Beat Bus DJ ENJOY It's time to connect and recreate together. Good food, good times. Great Venture Out! WATCH Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem (PG) The Turtle brothers work to earn the love of New York City while facing down an army of mutants. Kids get free Creamies from the UPD Ice Cream Van SUNNYVALE PARK 4013 S 700 W 7.19 6pm–twilight ---PAGE BREAK--- J U L Y 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 9 Camp Tracy Adventure Weekends Reservations for campsites and cabins online at VentureOut.org Venture out this summer and camp overnight at Camp Tracy in Millcreek Canyon. The camp was established by the Boy Scouts in 1918. It’s a beautiful location and offers guests a quintessential camp experience. Days are action-packed with unique adventures, demos, and hands-on activities. Weekend Dates: July 26-28, Aug 9-11, Aug 30-Sept 2 Day passes will be available again this year on selected dates. Sign Up for Summer Camp at Millcreek Common Register online at millcreekcommon.org Campers will enjoy roller skating, climbing wall instruction, and other activities on the Plaza at Millcreek Common. Activities are led by Millcreek’s recreation managers who are spe- cially trained in their respective fields. Two Age Groups: 5-8 & 9-13 Weekly Fee: $185 Times: Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (Early drop off available starting at 8:30 AM) Sessions: July: 8-12, 15-19, 29-Aug 2 S I G N U P AT MILLCREEK COMMON r outdoors! MILLCREEK ARTS FEST 2024 @ BALDWIN RADIO FACTORY SAVE THE DATE AUGUST 17, 2024 Thanks to our sponsors www.millcreekartscouncil.org VOLUNTEER FOR FUN AND PERKS You are wanted and needed as ambassadors of fun and community. Apply at MillcreekCommon.org to be a volunteer. 6-10pm ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 Detective Jacob Werner is assigned to the Commu- nity Crimes Suppression Unit (CCSU). During proac- tive patrol Det. Werner noticed a suspicious vehicle committing several moving violations. A traffic stop was conducted. Detective Werner’s investigation led to the arrest of the driver who was on felony probation as well as probable cause to search the vehicle. The search produced a stolen 9mm handgun as well as narcotic paraphernalia. One week later in collaboration with the Metro Gang Unit a search warrant was served on the arrestee’s apartment. Distributable amounts of marijuana were seized, and a wanted juvenile was arrested. Due to Detective Werners’ proactive policing and thor- ough investigation, a stolen firearm was taken off the street and two arrests were made, one of which will lead to federal firearms charges. Thank you, Detective Werner, for being an exceptional officer in our community. DETECTIVE JACOB WERNER The Iceberg Drive Inn, nestled on the corner of 900 East and 3900 South is a Millcreek institution that’s been serving happy customers since 1960. Local ice cream machine salesman Hap Vitale had the idea for a building with a distinctive roof that served great milkshakes, burgers and fries. He was able to convince Lamar Sorensen who had experi- ence in the restaurant industry, having managed the Surf and Turf Cafe in Payson, UT and the Polar Queen Drive-In in Hen- derson, NV, to bring his vision to life. Widely considered the first drive-in res- taurant in Utah, the building was originally designed to be movable, as Sorenson was only renting the corner property where it sat. But the restaurant quickly became an after-school hot-spot, serving and employ- ing generations of students from nearby Granite and Skyline high schools. Lamar Sorensen, with a keen eye for in- novation, insisted on spelling "Drive Inn" with two 'n's, an endearing touch he felt would beckon patrons to a cozy "inn" rather than a mere "drive in." Lamar's dedication to quality and customer satisfaction made Iceberg a local staple and his stewardship lasted an impressive 36 years until 1996 when he passed the torch to new ownership. Upon acquiring the Iceberg Drive Inn, the new proprietors contemplated demolishing the original structure. However, upon witnessing the deep-rooted affection of the clientele and recognizing the historical significance, they opted to preserve its legacy. Under familial management, the drive-in continues to thrive, maintaining its tradition of warmth and excellent service. Spurred by its local success, Iceberg Drive Inn expanded its reach, with the first franchised unit debuting in 2001, paving the way for 17 locations across Utah, Arizona, and California. Looking Back At Iceberg Drive Inn HISTORIC SPOTLIGHT MAID BRIGADE OF SALT LAKE CITY A professional residential and commercial cleaning company which opened in October 2023. They have quickly grown thanks to a strong emphasis on cus- tomer service and their PURECleaning® process, which is safe for children, pets, your home, and the environment. They provide regular and deep clean- ings, move-in and move-out cleanings, and post- constructions cleanings. They also support the local community—in addition to their employees volunteering at several events at local elementary schools, they provide free home cleanings to can- cer patients. A W A R D S P O N S O R E D B Y BUSINESS CORNER -Sweet Treats- JULY BUSINESS OF THE MONTH Among Millcreek’s licensed businesses are numerous places to grab a treat and beat the heat. Here are some local favorites if you need something frozen to get you through the hot summer nights. NORMAL® ICE CREAM 1357 E 3300 S on Millcreek Common The silver vintage ice cream truck has become a fast favorite for visitors to Millcreek Common! Normal Ice Cream is anything but ordinary and serves up premium soft serve cones in flavors as abnormal as salted vanilla bean, raspberry sour cream, and cookie butter. Flavors change HOKULIA SHAVE ICE 3981 Wasatch Blvd, Olympus Hills Shopping Center The Cove loves the most authentic shave ice on the mainland, with “island style” soft and flavorful shave ice. There are twelve Hawaiian inspired ice creams worth surfing on over for, with Lava Flow and Hula Pie as the favorites. Oh, and their Hawaiian smoothies are the best this side of Haleakala. Aloha! BLACKSMITH ICE CREAM 1295 Miller Ave STE 5 Blacksmith is committed to the artisan ice cream making process. Fresh ingredients to bring you a delicious and memorable experience every time. Some flavors include caramel cashew, campfire s'mores, banana nutella, rhubarb crisp, golden passion fruit, and fudge brownie. BAYA BAR 3130 S Highland Dr. A hidden gem, Baya Bar offers a refreshing array of handcrafted smoothies, acai bowls, and fresh juices. Every menu item uses fresh, high-quality ingredients that are bursting with vibrant flavors that leave you feeling like you just took a trip to a tropical paradise! MENCHIE’S FROZEN YOGURT 3165 E 3300 S in Canyon Rim Center Menchie’s offers a choose- your-own adventure frozen yogurt experience. Pick from multiple flavors and toppings to create a custom treat just for you, with flavors rotating regularly. Menchie’s also offers vegan options! CROWN BURGERS 3190 Highland Dr. Locals know that this favorite is about so much more than pastrami burgers. Grab a quick and creamy shake, sun- dae, or cone from Crown Burgers’ drive through! With classic flavors and terrific service, Crown Burgers can help you beat-the-heat in a hurry. ICEBERG DRIVE INN 3900 S 900 E There’s a reason Iceberg has been a thriving business since their first location opened here in Millcreek in the 60’s. Come try out one of their classic, thick shakes, or try a banana split with your choice of ice cream. These shakes are sky-high and will definitely last you the whole evening. NIELSEN’S FROZEN CUSTARD 3918 Highland Dr. Nobody does frozen custard (a denser consistency than ice cream, made with eggs in addition to cream and sugar) like Nielsen’s. With gravity- defying “concrete,” and plenty of nut and mix-in options, you will definitely beat the heat with this summer treat. BOB’S BRAINFREEZE 3131 E 3300 S Locally owned and locally revered, summer in Millcreek isn’t the same without Bob’s. The unique premium shaved ice enjoys fresh and delicious toppings and has been a hit with locals for 20 years (try the Bang-a-Rang, Skyline Eagle, or Olympus Titan for something refreshingly unique). HANDEL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 3983 Wasatch Blvd Handel’s has been making their ice cream fresh daily since 1945, so they may know a thing or two about this sweet treat. With a whop- ping 45+ unique flavors on their menu to choose from, you’ll never run out of options! Feeling indecisive? Get the 4 Scoop Sampler and satisfy all your flavor cravings! BOBA LUV 2272 E 3300 S Boba Luv is bursting with unique flavors in the form of milk teas, smoothies, slush- ies, and more! Choose one of their signature, Instagram-wor- thy drinks or make your own from their endless options of flavors like passion fruit, lychee, or kiwi and add delicious toppings such as boba, as- sorted jellies, or crème brulee cheese foam! M I L L C R E E K O F F I C E R O F T H E M O N T H ---PAGE BREAK--- J U L Y 2 0 2 4 M I L L C R E E K N E W S 11 The East Mill Creek Lions Club is a member of the Lions Club International Foundation whose mission is to support the efforts of Lions clubs and partners in serving communities locally and globally, giving hope and impacting lives through humanitarian service projects and grants. We, the members—all volunteers—have worked hard to make our com- munity a better place. Our Club was chartered by the International Association of Lions Clubs on December 2, 1943. The Inaugural Charter Night was celebrated on January 15, 1944. The club was formed when members of the East Mill Creek Betterment Society voted to af- filiate with the International Association of Lions Clubs. The main events we host and sponsor are: - The Fourth of July Community Celebration (the breakfast and parade) - Share The Harvest (donations of turkey and meal items for Thanksgiving to those in need) - The annual Easter Egg Hunt where we also gather donated eyeglasses (Lions are known throughout the world for their work to improve the lives of the visually impaired and prevent avoid- able blindness). Our Lions also sponsors Troop 5 (the oldest troop in the State) for Scouting America, which includes 3 troops, one for the girls, one for the boys and one for Cub Scout Pack. Troop 5 will be the color guard in this year’s parade. On behalf of our members, I want to thank everyone for their generosity in supporting our activities. The 4th of July Cel- ebration has been going on for over 80 years. Thanks to all our volunteers who work alongside us in putting the event together —including the setup/take down of the park items, all those folks participating in the parade—we know the time and energy that goes into putting the entries together—the floats, decorat- ing bicycles, and bodies, And thanks to the bands that march and our elected officials, the Unified Fire Authority (UFA), Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Unified Police Department (UPD), judges, the Holladay and South Lake Lions Club members and the Hill Air Force Base flyover and more. We love seeing all those chairs on the parade route well before the parade and thank all for supporting our event. Join us Thursday, July 4th at Evergreen Park before, during, and after the parade. Breakfast goes from 7 to 11 am each). The parade starts at 9 am at 2700 E and Evergreen Avenue, and the midway (games) are open from 9:30 am to 1 pm. Again, we want to thank everyone for participating in this community event. Our goal is to serve and brighten the lives of those in our community. If you are interested in joining the East Mill Creek Lions Club, please contact me: [EMAIL REDACTED]. Dave Kirby President, East Mill Creek Lions Club East Mill Creek Lions Club is the Best! The 2024 legislative session concluded three months ago, and bills have been signed and are going into effect. Because the Utah legislature only meets for 45 days, much of the body’s work is done outside of the session. Starting in May, legislators can open bill files and begin the process of developing legislation for next year. In addition, the legislature meets for interim sessions beginning in May. Interim is where much of the heavy lifting of the legis- lature gets done. Legislators submit topics for study that require more consideration than they might get during the 45-day session. Committees also hear re- ports from departments and audit results. While bills cannot be passed during interim session (unless a special session is called), having a bill heard in an interim committee can count as the bill’s committee hearing, meaning that it can be heard by the House or Senate on the first day of the legislative session. Why does this matter to the public? Senators and representatives across the state are already working on bills that will be heard in 2025. If there are issues that you are dealing with that you feel could be re- solved through legislation now is the time to contact your legislators. If you hold off until December, there likely will not be time for the ground work that your idea needs. You can follow along with interim ses- sions or find your legislator’s contact information on the Utah State Legislature page, le.utah.gov. Representative Sahara Hayes House District 32 [EMAIL REDACTED] I [PHONE REDACTED] Answers: 1. deer 2. herbivores 3. swimmers 4. bell 5. antlers Just because school is out doesn’t mean we stop learning. And what better thing to learn than about me—a moose? Give yourself an if you can answer all the questions. Answers are below the chalk board. Moose Facts POLICY MAKER FORUM 1. Moose are the largest members of the family, weighing as much as 1200 pounds; they can grow to be 5 to 6.5 feet from hooves to shoulders. 2. Moose are which means they don’t eat meat. Moose will eat up to 75 pounds of plants, branches, and leaves per day. 3. Moose are great and can often be found in lakes and other bodies of water to keep cool in hot weather. 4. The flap of skin under a Moose’s chin is called a dewlap or 5. Male moose grow a new set of each year during the spring and summer. 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Come to Our Annual July 4th Community Celebration Parade and Celebration details at emclions.org M i l o ’ s K i d C o r n e r A P L AC E TO P L AY REPRESENTATIVE SAHARA HAYES ---PAGE BREAK--- 12 M I L L C R E E K N E W S J U L Y 2 0 2 4 millcreekUT.gov City Hall: 1330 E Chambers Ave Millcreek, UT 84106 Main: (801) 214-2700 MILLCREEK CITY HALL [PHONE REDACTED] Unified Police Department NON EMERGENCY Number [PHONE REDACTED] Animal Services Adoption, Licensing, Lost & Found [PHONE REDACTED] Aging Services Active Aging, Meals on Wheels, Senior Transportation [PHONE REDACTED] Assessor Property Taxes, Audit [PHONE REDACTED] Clerk Elections, Passport, Marriage [PHONE REDACTED] Division of Wildlife Resources Removal of live Raccoons, Skunks [PHONE REDACTED] Flood Control Creeks, Rivers, Canals [PHONE REDACTED] Justice Court Tickets, Small Claims Court [PHONE REDACTED] Millcreek Common Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub [PHONE REDACTED] Parks & Recreation Park reservations [PHONE REDACTED] Public Works Storm drains, Snowplowing, Streetlights, Pavement [PHONE REDACTED] Rocky Mountain Power Outages [PHONE REDACTED] SLC Public Utilities Waterline break emergency [PHONE REDACTED] Surveyor Surveying, Boundaries, Parcel Maps [PHONE REDACTED] Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling Garbage & Recycling pickup, dumpster program [PHONE REDACTED] © 2024 MILLCREEK NEWS important PHONE NUMBERS the city had to remove the playground equipment at Fortuna Park due to unexpected safety hazards. The City Council is working on finding grants and other opportunities to help replace this equipment. Scott Avenue Park, or Ben Franklin Park as some long-time residents call it, is located just west of 900 East on Scott Avenue. This park serves as a water retention basin, allowing for the collection of water in high- water seasons to help prevent flooding. The parking lot at Scott Avenue Park is in need of repair and replacement. The City Council is working to identify funds to help with this project. Sunnyvale Park, the city's westernmost park, is located at 700 West. Recent improvements to this park include neighborhood garden boxes, futsal courts, and new playground equipment. This park is the site of a weekly farmers market each Saturday in the summer featuring produce and items geared toward the refugee population that live in that area of Millcreek and South Salt Lake. In addition to the four city-owned parks, Millcreek has two Salt Lake County parks within its boundaries: Evergreen Park and Big Cottonwood Park. Additionally, Salt Lake City’s Tanner Park and Parley’s Nature Park are on the northern boundary of Millcreek between Heritage Way and I-80. Big Cottonwood Park is the largest park within Millcreek's boundaries. It spans 4500 South and includes a large softball complex, and a nature preserve. Salt Lake County removed the playground two years ago due to safety concerns. The county has done a study and solicited public comments to help create a master plan for the entire Big Cottonwood Park area and to guide park improvements. While the city is not involved in the planning for this park, we continue to be in communication with Salt Lake County Parks to move this project along and help provide information to Millcreek residents. As I stated at the beginning of this article, the care and maintenance of all the parks within Millcreek's boundaries are the responsibility of all park users and not solely the responsibility of the city or county. City and county ordinances govern the use of these amenities, but policing behavior at all of the parks all of the time is not reasonable. Therefore, it is important that everyone who uses the park abides by the ordinances and follows the rules. This ensures that everyone in the park has an enjoyable and safe experience. One of the most common park complaints we hear is that people are recreating with their dogs off-leash and that they don’t clean up their dog's waste. Dogs are required to be on leash at all Millcreek parks. This is for the safety of all park patrons. We sometimes hear from some dog owners that they let their dogs off-leash in the park because their dogs are well-trained. While this might be true, one person disregarding the leash ordinance motivates others to do so. Additionally, while a dog may be well-trained at home, it might not behave as expected when startled or when a child or other dog approaches. The on-leash ordinance is enforced by Salt Lake County Animal Control, and violators face fines or impoundment of their dogs (in severe cases). All dogs are required to be licensed. Cleaning up after your dog’s waste shouldn’t need much explanation. It is just common courtesy and good manners to do so. No one likes to get dog poop on their shoes, and no one likes to gather up the poop bags that have been filled and left behind. Please be responsible for this part of your dog's care and clean up and remove your dog’s waste. This has become a problem, not only in our parks, but also at school grounds. Granite District has closed some school properties after school hours because dog waste has become so problematic. Let’s change this behav- ior so that open space can remain clean and available for all users. Another issue we have faced in the past is unauthorized camping in the parks. Camping is not allowed in any city or county park, and over- night camping is not allowed in the parking lots. If you observe this or other unlawful behavior at a park, please call the UPD non-emergency line at [PHONE REDACTED]. If you observe a felony or crime in progress, please call 911 to report it. Our parks are among Millcreek's most valuable assets, and the city invests significantly in their maintenance and improvement. We urge everyone to help protect these wonderful community spaces by using the parks responsibly. Together, we can ensure they remain enjoyable for all. The City Council has adopted the firework restrictions map 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 have catastrophic consequences. We understand that fireworks are a fun family tradition for many families, however they are 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 determina- tion was made based on the professional assessment of risk by the fire marshal. 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 parade. Residents can view the Fireworks Restrictions Interactive Map on the Unified Fire Authority website: unifiedfire.org/prevention/fireworks/. We want to hear from you! Millcreek is conducting a comprehensive planning assessment of their sidewalks and trails network system. The planning team needs your input on current conditions as well as future opportunities and ideas for Millcreek’s active transportation network. Visit our website to learn about our planning efforts and to provide your input. (385) 360-1900 [EMAIL REDACTED] Contact Us Meet in-person with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini on Fridays from 2-4 PM for 15 minutes. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule. MEET WITH THE MAYOR FIREWORK RESTRICTIONS 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: Parks