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Show THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 12 Volume V, Issue IX February 15, 2002 Olympic Transportation Update for the Ogden Area OGDEN - The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) offers the following Olympic transportation information to motorists in the Ogden area effective February 8 through February 24. Road closures during the Games include 46th Street in Ogden from Harrison Blvd. to Taylor Avenue; the old Snowbasin road (SR-226) at the summit; and the new Snowbasin road from the summit to Trapper’s Loop (SR-167). Motorists should expect Olympic-related traffic in Ogden on 24th Street, 42nd Street, Harrison Blvd., Skyline Parkway, Riverdale Road and Country Hills Drive; and in the Snowbasin area on Trapper’s Loop, I-84 and US-89. Motorists are advised to avoid Olympic venue areas three hours before and two hours after each event. Parking is prohibited for the duration of the Games on US-89, Trapper’s Loop, and I-84 between US-89 and Mountain Green. Violators will be towed. Traffic signals will be coordinated to give preference to Olympic venue traffic. East-west traffic on 24th Street in Ogden will be given preference on event days at the Ogden Ice Sheet (Feb. 11 - 22). North-south traffic intersecting 24th Street should expect delays. Additionally, signals on US-89 will be adjusted to give preference to north-south traffic on scheduled event days at Snowbasin (Feb. 10-11, 13-14, 16-17). Motorists are encouraged to pick up a free copy of the official Olympic Transportation Guide at their local Smith’s Food and Drug Center. Up to date transportation information is also available online at and by phone by dialing 511 - UDOT’s new Traveler Information Hotline. Regular business hours at UDOT Region One headquarters in Ogden Licensed Contractor Delbert Morris P.O. BOX 507 EDEN, UT 84310 Tel: 745-1709 Cell: 791-7420 Grading Dirt Hauling Snow Removal Landscaping Rock Work Backhoe Service Tear out & Replace Driveways will be adjusted to 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. from February 11 - 22. Travel Tips for Commuters, Businesses, Deliveries and Longhaul Trucking Firms Commuters Use I-15 to avoid travel on US-89 on Snowbasin event days. If possible, avoid SR-167 on Snowbasin event days from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Businesses Near the Mountain Green “Park and Ride” lot for Snowbasin, consider alternate working schedules (such as 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) that avoid traveling during congested times. Near the Ice Sheet in Ogden, notify employees and customers to use 48th Street and Old Post Road for access. Deliveries Near the venue in Ogden, pick-ups and deliveries should be between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Near Snowbasin and venue “Park and Rides,” pick-ups and deliveries should be scheduled between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. Long-Haul Trucking If possible, travel westbound on I84 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m., and eastbound from noon to 4:00 a.m. Buy 3 Bagels Get 3 Buy 2 Loaves Get 1 Expires 4/18/02 Expires 4/18/02 FREE FREE 392-8801 FIVE POINTS SHOPPING CENTER Parking Prohibited at 24th Street / Wall Ave. in Ogden OGDEN - The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) advises motorists that parking will be prohibited at the existing parking lot on 24th Street east of Wall Avenue underneath the viaduct. Violators will be towed. Restrictions will be in effect during the Olympics from February 8 through February 24. Scouts Decorate Valley Market Pine Tree By Troop members: Dale Pohly, Kyle Christensen, Connor Padilla In the late afternoon of December 6, Ogden Valley Scout Troop 745 spent time enjoying the snowy fun of snowballs, ladders, donuts, hot cocoa—all while spending time decorating a pine tree at the Valley Market. They enjoyed sharing the Christmas spirit with the Valley. Have a Happy Valentine’s Day (Next to Key Bank and Harmons) WILKERSON FINE ART (801) 745-9557 Check the calendar for dates of the various Artist Receptions and special Exhibits during February. 550 South 7800 East, Huntsville, UT 84317 Located in enchanting Ogden Valley at the South Fork Village, corner of Highway 39 and 500 South. Just minutes from Snowbasin. February Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 - 6 p.m. (closed Sunday) after hours by appointment AMERICAN ART 19TH 20TH 21ST CENTURY Original Paintings Sculpture Glass |