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Show Volume XVI Issue I The Ogden Valley news Page December 15, 2008 Monte Cristo and Big Mountain Passes Closed for the Winter The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) advises motorists that two frequently used mountain passes in the state’s northern region have closed for the winter as of December 11. UDOT closed State Road 65, also known as Big Mountain Pass, from milepost 12.8 south of Morgan, to milepost 2.5 in Salt Lake County’s East Canyon. Also closed is State Road 39, also known as Monte Applicants Sought For City Multicultural Advisory Committee Cristo Pass, from east of Huntsville at milepost 37 to milepost 56 west of Woodruff, Rich County. Ogden City is looking for Gates on both ends at the mileposts noted candidates to fill vacant seats are now secured and will remain closed on the city’s Multicultural through the remainder of the winter. Advisory Committee. Information about winter road conditions The Multicultural on all Utah highways, as well as the spring Advisory Committee serves openings of these routes can be obtained by dialing 511 or on the CommuterLink website in an advisory capacity to the City Council, the Mayor, and members of the City Administration. at <http://www.commuterlink.utah.gov/> The committee shall address issues and assignments prioritized by the committee with the Mayor’s consent. Issues and assignments will The Utah Department this busy state Road 39 corridor between I- include the following among others: of Transportation 15 and Washington Boulevard. For more 1. Address Fair Housing issues in the com(UDOT) advises information, call the project hotline at 800munity for people of all ethnic and diverse motorists of the following 676-1284 (800-676-12TH). backgrounds. road construction and maintenance December 11-19: Work is proceeding on a 2. Affirmative Action/Hiring Practices. activities in the state’s Northern Region: resurfacing project on Washington Boulevard 3. Sponsor workshops and training. from 22nd Street to 2nd Street as crews 4. Provide outreach to the greater Ogden WEBER COUNTY seal joints in the roadway in preparation for community with the purpose of addressing Ogden resurfacing next spring. Lane restrictions may December 15: From Monday December 15 through Friday, December 19, eastbound be in effect, and motorists should be alert to traffic on 12th Street will be restricted to one their surroundings, and be prepared to stop at lane near the intersection of Wall Avenue. any time. This lane closure is to facilitate replacement Riverdale December 11-19: Work continues on of the Mill Creek canal crossing under 12th The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Street and will be in place at all hours. the I-84 interchange with Riverdale Road. National closed gates on Alternate routes are advised to avoid delays Motorists are reminded to slow down and some forest roads as a proand congestion. Motorists are advised to use be aware of their surroundings in this zone. tective measure against the caution when entering the work zone and Traffic lanes on this structure are open, and impacts of wet weather travare being controlled by signal lights while reduce speeds. el. The closures signal the December 15-19: From Monday work on the bridges continues. Meanwhile, Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Ranger December 15 through Friday, December 19 all six travel lanes plus the center turn lane of District’s transition to the Winter Travel Plan. “We close the gates to decrease the damfrom 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, conduit is Riverdale Road are now completely open being placed in the eastbound lanes of 12th from the I-84 interchange to the railroad age inherently caused by motorized-wheeled vehicles traveling in wet and muddy condiStreet. Intermittent lane restrictions will be viaduct. Not all construction projects in tions,” said Brian Ferebee, Forest Supervisor. in place along the entire construction corridor while construction crews prepare for and the region are noted in this report. A “In turn, it means we’ll spend less time and conduct this work. Motorists are advised to comprehensive list of all UDOT construction money repairing the roads next spring.” use caution when entering the work zone and projects statewide is available online at The closures also act as a safety measure www.udot.utah.gov under the “Projects and by preventing motorists from getting stuck to reduce speeds. These projects are a part of a Studies” tab. Motorists are advised to reduce in the mud on isolated back roads. Snow reconstruction project on 12th Street that will speeds and use caution when driving through machines, such as snowmobiles, snow cats replace existing asphalt roadway with longer- work zones. Construction schedules are or trucks outfitted with tracks can still travel life concrete. This project also includes subject to change due to inclement weather on some of these roads once enough snow upgrades to utilities and safety features along conditions, equipment or supply problems or accumulates to provide cover and protection emergency situations. for ground vegetation as prescribed by the Ranger District’s Winter Travel Plan. Backcountry skiers, hikers, and other non-motorized users will be allowed to travel on all the Traditional favorite carols sung by the audience. closed roads throughout the winter season. The road closures and Winter Travel sunday, december 21, 2008 ~ 7:00 p.m. Plans are part of the Forest-wide effort to Ogden Tabernacle 21st Street & Washington Blvd. balance multiple recreation uses with pres- Weber County Road Report for December any diversity issues that currently exist or as they may occur. 5. Develop programs regarding diversity issues and provide information to assist Ogden residents in becoming more informed citizens. Resumes will be accepted through close of business on December 24, 2008. Anyone interested in serving on the volunteer fifteen-member mayor-appointed committee, please send a letter of interest and resume to Landon Halverson, Ogden City Community Development Division, 2549 Washington Blvd, #120, Ogden, UT 84401 or by email to <landonhalverson@ogdencity. com> Applicants need not live within Ogden City, but should either work, own a business, or have an interest in helping to make Ogden City a better place for all. Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Roads Close for Winter Season Christmas Carol “Sing In” ervation of its watersheds, grasslands, and forests. “We’re requesting that all motorists respect these road closures,” Ferebee added. Motorized-wheeled vehicles, including ATVs, motorcycles, and trucks traveling on any portion of a closed road, regardless of the point of access, are violating a forest closure order and subject to citations and fines. Access at the side of the closed gates is limited to snow machines, and only after a protective snow base has been established. For more information on road closures, Winter Travel Plans, and travel maps, contact applicable Ranger Districts as listed below. Logan Ranger District (435) 755-3620 Ogden Ranger District (801) 625-5306 Evanston/Mt. View Ranger Districts (307) 789-3194 or (307) 782-6555 Heber-Kamas Ranger District (435) 654-0470 or (435) 783-4338 Spanish Fork Ranger District (801) 798-3571 Pleasant Grove Ranger District (801) 785-3563 Salt Lake Ranger District (801) 466-6411 Snowbasin Resort SAVE THE DATE!! December 24, 2008 Twas the Night Before Christmas Celebration Join us at Snowbasin for a Christmas Eve Family oriented festival. Bundle up and bring everyone on Santa’s “nice” list to enjoy the second annual Christmas Eve Celebration at the base area of Snowbasin Resort. Enjoy your Christmas Eve meal in the warmth of Earl’s Lodge and join in the excitement of waiting and watching for the arrival of Santa Claus, and the fascination of the skiing torchlight parade. The Plaza Christmas tree lighting accompanied by caroling will place the spirit of Christmas in everyone’s hearts. The Grizzly Shop and staff will be ready to assist all of you last minute shoppers with items to put under the tree and stocking stuffers. You and your family will find yourself filled with wonder at Rudolph’s fireworks display illuminating the sky and reflecting on the snow and revel in the Christmas spirit joining in song with the Carolers. Admission to Twas the Night Before Christmas: Any new toys and gifts for ages 0 to 18 years old. All gifts will be donated to The Christmas Box House in the spirit of Snowbasin and the holidays. Dining at the servery at Earl’s Lodge Arrival of Santa Claus Christmas Tree Lighting Torchlight Parade Rudolph’s Firework Extravaganza For Further Information 801-620-1000 www.snowbasin.com 4-8 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 3925 E. Snowbasin Road, P.O. Box 460 Snowsports Learning Center: (801) 620-1016 Our Grizzly Club offers youth ages 5-12 years old the opportunity to further develop their alpine skiing and snowboarding skills. We promote safety, fun, and learning by teaching and following The Responsibility Code. The Grizzly Club learning environment follows a natural progression through the Snowbasin Snow Sports Learning Center. Our program strives for consistency and mileage to actively improve skills. Our athletes are grouped by age, and remain with the same coach throughout each 5 week session. For additional information, call the Snowbasin Snowsports Learning Center at (801) 620-1016 or e-mail smarsh@snowbasin.com Snowbasin Snow Divas Workshop Three hour and Five hour workshops available. Instruction by women for women We welcome alpine and snowboard learners. Reservations recommended 801-620-1016 $225.00 (Includes Session ending lunch at Earl’s Lodge) Come.....Enjoy Saturdays 4:30-8 p.m. Featuring: > Ì>ÃÌ VÊ- Õ«ÃÊ> `Ê Ài>`ÃÊUÊ ÛiÀÊV > } }Ê>ÀÀ>ÞÊ vÊ Àià Ê-i>v ` Àià Ê*>ÃÌ>Ê vÊÌ iÊ`>ÞÊUÊ, >ÃÌi`Ê*À iÊ, LÊÜ Ì Ê >ÌÕÀ> Ê ÕÊ Õà iv½ÃÊV ViÊ* À Ê ÀÊ > LÊUÊ/> Ì> â }ÊÃi iVÌ Ê vÊ ÕÀÊ i >`iÊ > iÀÞÊ `Õ ÌÃ\Êf{xÊUÊ9 ÕÌ ÊÈ £Ó®\ÊfÓÓ°xäÊUÊ `Ài ÊÓ x®\Êf£x ,iÃiÀÛ>Ì ÃÊÀiµÕ Ài` *À ViÊ V Õ`iÃÊ} ` >ÊÀ `i® 801-620-1021 525750 12-12-08 |