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Show December 15 02.qxd 12/7/2021 3:09 PM Page 1 The OGDEN December 15, 2002 VALLEY NEWS Your Community Newspaper Bringing in the Trimmings for the Season Weber County sincerely wants your help in determining natural resource concerns in Ogden Valley, and in developing an infrastructure plan for the future. About a year ago, the Storm Water Management Division allocated funds to hire technical consultants to assist with water infrastructure master planning for the upper Ogden Valley. The scope of work for the three firms (Jones & Associates, Gardner Engineering, and Hansen, Allen & Luce) includes: 1) a review of previous planning studies; 2) documentation of existing drinking water, irrigation and wastewater facilities and distribution systems; 3) documentation of storm water County Commission Approves Commercial Zone Change in Eden By Shanna Francis Ogden Valley News At their December 3 meeting, Weber County Commissioners unanimously approved a petition by Wolf Creek resort to rezone a 1.25 acre parcel of property, located at 3400 N. Wolf Creek Drive in Eden, from AV-3 (agricultural) to CVR-1 (commercial). Petitioners requested the zone change to accommodate RV storage for private residents and guests who live in, or visit developments located in the Wolf Creek development. Wolf Creek partner Lowell Peterson had stated earlier in a Weber County Township Planning Commission meeting that an offsite RV storage area was needed, further explaining that on site storage areas around current developments would be an “abomination.” Speaking in favor of the zone change were Wolf Creek representatives. John Lewis, who also is a developer in the Wolf Creek area, stated that, speaking as a resident of Eden, he was also in favor of the zone change. Patio Springs Home Owner Association President Gary Bingham related that board members were opposed to the zone change. Bingham argued that the proposed commercial development did not fit in with the Ogden Valley General Plan, according to 3-97, which states that commercial areas should not distract from the surrounding area’s character. The storage area, which will include 18’ tall storage units, is located near a residential neighborhood, and stands as a commercial island without other appropriate type zoning to buffer the commercial area from area residents. The storage area is also situated along the entry corridor to the Patio Springs subdivision. County personnel responded that the area was “blighted” due to the sewer ponds and high voltage power lines located in the surrounding area. Bingham countered that the same high voltage power lines border the exclusive Elk Horn subdivision developed by Wolf Creek, and also run through the Eden Hills and Eagle Ridge subdivisions, which are surely not considered blighted. Neighbors have previously complained about the sewer lagoons, which were initially approved several years ago with a stipulation that they were to be fully landscaped. Bingham also cited safety concerns related to the configuration and placement of the entrance to the storage area. According to Bingham, large RVs will have a difficult time maneuvering large vehicles into the storage area, which is located on a very dangerous corner. Eden Planning Committee member Steve Clarke conveyed similar concerns about the project. Commissioner Bischoff made the motion to approve the petition. Fourth Annual Peddler’s Wares The Fourth Annual Peddler’s Wares was held at the Snowberry Inn in Eden. Some of the vendors included (from left to right) back row: Michelle Goodwin, Jeff Rich, Julie Brandt and Kim Arave, owner of the Snowberry Inn. Front row: Carol Voorhies, Nok Jaikaoborisoot, Deja Mitchell and Diana Lea. POSTAL PATRON EDEN-LIBERTY-84310 HUNTSVILLE-84317 OGDEN CANYON- 84401 HCR 843AO Ogden River Watershed and Natural Resource Open House Scheduled Compiled by Pamela Mitchell Bringing home the Christmas tree from Bailey's Old Fashioned Christmas Tree Farm in Liberty. Eugene and Ruth Bailey of Liberty host fall and winter family fun, with a community Pumpkin Patch Party in October; a Christmas Tree Farm in December; and sleigh riding fun, complete with horse-drawn sleigh and sleigh bells, in the middle of winter. The tree farm is open every Saturday until Christmas from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Monday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, contact Bryan Bailey at 745-3694, or 791-1545. Group reservations accepted during the week. PRSRT STD POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 11 EDEN UT drainage basins and controls; and 4) design of alternatives and estimated costs for unserviced areas. The Ogden River Watershed Technical Steering Committee (ORWC) was formed to provide local expertise and experience to these consultants as they mapped out the current drinking water, irrigation water, wastewater and storm water collection systems. The group has met monthly for a year. Meetings have been open to anyone interested in attending. Great News for the Valley We are also very fortunate to have recently been selected as one of the watersheds in WATERSHED cont. on page 5 First Annual “SNOWDANCE” Dinner and Auction Nets $6,000 for USSA and OVBA The First Annual Snowdance and Auction to kick off the winter season held on Saturday evening, November 16, 2002 at Wolf Creek Resort raised more than $6,000 for The United States Ski and Snowboard Association and The Ogden Valley Business Association. More than 110 people attended the party, which included dining on delicious food catered by the Hungry Wolf Restaurant, bidding on at least eighty silent auction items, a live auction and dancing to the music of the band, “Flew the Coop.” Bill Gorton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the U.S.S.A. addressed the attendees and thanked them for supporting the U.S. Athletes. He looks forward to the U.S. as being the “best in the world” in Torino in 2006. Emily Cook, a U.S.S.A. Aerialist also gave a short presentaSNOWDANCE cont. on page 3 Walter Fuller, Chairman of the OVBA Paul Judd and U.S.S.A. Aerialist, Emily Cook enjoy themselves at the First Annual Snowdance held at Wolf Creek Resort. Blue Star Service Banner The Blue Star Service Banner was designed in 1917 by World War I Army Captain Robert L. Queissner of the 5th Ohio Infantry who had two sons serving on the front lines in France. It quickly became the unofficial symbol of a child in the service. It was put before Blue Star Congress with the presService Banner entation of “The world should know of those who give so much for liberty. The dearest thing in all the world to a father and mother is their children” During World War II, the Department of War issued specifications on the manufacture of the banner, as well as guidelines indicating when, and who could fly the Service flag. The banner can be seen hanging in the front window of Mrs. Ryan’s house in the movie Saving Private Ryan. Today the blue star represents a family member serving in the armed forces. A gold star replaces the blue if that member is killed, or dies in service. The American Legion Ogden Valley Post 129 will provide a Blue Star Flag to any parent living in the valley who has met the requirements listed below. The only request is that the flag be flown in a front window where it can be seen by all. The requirements for receiving a flag are that you have a son or daughter that is currently serving in the military. This can also be a member of the Reserves if they have been called to serve in active duty. For further information, or to leave a request for a flag, contact Pat Poulter, Post Adjutant at 745-3576, or leave a message at the Legion Home at 745-3802 after 4:00 p.m. Letters to the Editor . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6 Historical Article . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 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