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Show November 3, 2010 feTJMPANOGOS TIMES : 7 1 a i " m.M t . : rf . m Study Proposal for "The Grove" District of Pleasant Grove Presented to PG Council Richard Bradford, head of Pleasant Grove's Economic De-velopment Dept., made a pre-sentation to the city council last week regarding the summary of a study proposal which the city has made. MXD, Ltd, a development strategy company, has provided the city with a study proposal. The object of the study is to pro-vide a master plan or land use plan for The Grove, Pleasant Grove's planned retail develop-ment near It was noted that the city's Economic Development Com-mittee feels that the information will provide a return on invest-ment by maximizing the poten-tial tax base in The Grove. Bradford said that the in-formation could be useful in providing an area-wid- e, coordi-nated theme which would guide future developments in The Grove. The committee feels that the study will provide valuable advice to assist in determining highest and best uses for prop-erties fronting on the collector roads in The Grove and within The Grove. He noted that not doing the study will place the city at the mercy of developers who could bring less desirable piecemeal projects to The Grove. This could result in less optimal tax receipts to the city if the area develops in a less coordinated manner. Bradford told the council that MXD was chosen because they appear to be uniquely qualified to do the type of study needed. They reportedly have had many successful study ex-periences in the state, Bradford added. The study area proposed includes roughly a triangle bounded by Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Interstate 15, 20th West, and State St. The area comprises an area of about 640 acres or one square mile. The committee also felt that the information garnered from the study would be use-ful in marketing each of the study areas. It was noted that the study will show what type of businesses are needed and what ones already exist. Other things to be stud-ied are recreation facilities in the area, overnight accom-modations, current residen-tial markets, etc. Visuals will also be provided. Bradford noted that the study would be completed within 12 weeks of the sign-ing of the contract. The proposed cost for the study would be $205,000. PG Leisure Services Director Thanks Volunteers for Thousands of Donated Hours of Service As Pleasant Grove Lei-sure Services Department moves forward to provide the finest quality of life, they are reminded of the many hours of service the citizens of this community offer. Pleasant Grove City is fortunate to have so many volunteers who not only help in many areas, but also allow the City to operate more effectively. Volunteers help in ev-ery area of Leisure Services. These areas include the Arts Commission, Beautification Commission, Cemetery Pro-grams, Historical Commis-sion, Library Board, volun-teer coaches and swim team, Senior's Center, community groups, service groups and scout Eagle projects. Ad-ditionally, city celebrations such as Arbor Day, Straw-berry Days and Heritage Festival should be included. A variety of service projects have been complet-ed over the last year. The projects range from major city celebrations to over 940 hours in one event being provided. Some of the proj-ects completed are: installa-tion of basketball standards, improvements to existing parks, kiosks, placement of flags for Memorial Day, ma-jor cleanup of debris basins and rodeo grounds, historic building renovation, pho-tography for the cemetery, wetland cleanup and small groups providing many tasks. Almost all of the recreation youth pro-grams are supported by parents that volunteer their time to coach. As a result of these many volunteers, the Leisure Services De-partment received over 14,557 donated hours in the last 12 months! In putting a dollar figure to these hours (at $17.22 an hour), the vol-unteers of the commu-nity have provided over $250,671.54 of service. Leisure Services Director Deon Giles would like to personally thank all of those who volunteer their time and talents in making Pleas-ant Grove an incredible city. "Without you, we could not accomplish the quality of life we enjoy." Pleasant Grove Library Offers R.E.A.D. Class and Basic Computer Class in November The Pleasant Grove Li-brary R.E.A.D. book group will hold its next class on No-vember fourth at 10:00 a.m. in the Pleasant Grove Library. "Challenges Observed," presented by Jane Robinson. Everyone faces challeng-es in their life and this month Jane will read from her own journals and other books about finding strength during diffi-cult times. Some of Jane's friends will also be presenting. The library is also now offering basic computer classes. Classes are free, but a $5 registration fee holds your place. The fee will be re-funded when you attend the class or if you cancel within at least 24 hrs. Those interested can go to or call the library. Classes will be held on November 12 at 7:00 p.m., January 7 at 8:30 a.m. and January 14 at 7 p.m. ''ft r V Pictures are NOW AVAILABLE at: . PicMyKid) ; iii liSirt aiMiMir ii ii n'ni i m I II m 0 , V I - I y Cards & Gifts Compounding LDS Greeting Cards Free Prescription Delivery Yankee Candles Pleasant Grove Copy Machine Lindon, Manila Fax Service Cedar Hills Smith Rexall Drug 10 South Main, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 Phone: 801-785-32- 21 Pharmacy: 801-785-23- 51 1 12 Water Shares; 5 While 10"x32' Irrigation Pipe; black drainage pipe, various lengths; 1 yellow Monarch coal stove, pre-195- 0. Call Ned oucT Pleasant Grove S-' -- ti. - - On October 21 an officer spoke with a female regarding a vehicle burglary. The vehicle had been left unlocked when the items were stolen. An officer was dispatched to contact an individual by phone regarding the theft of his computer. Information was ob-tained and this report filed. This case will be active and sent to the Detective Division for follo-w- up investigation. An individual reported a theft of a trampoline pad. On October 22, 2010, po-lice were dispatched to a resi-dence for a report of possible drug use. The reporting party stated that she could smell mari-juana. Upon arrival, officers were unable to locate anything suspicious or smell anything to indicate the use of marijuana or other drug use. Officers attempted to make contact with the reporting party for further information for their investigation but she did not an-swer. Officers cleared after ap-proximately 10 minutes in the area. Police took a report of a possible theft of firewood from Smith's Grocery in Pleasant Grove. After speaking with management at Smith's and contacting the suspects, officers found that the individuals had paid for the firewood and that no theft had occurred. Police responded to a local business on reports of a male volving a license plate. No wit-nesses or investigative leads at this time. The plate was entered NCIC. No further information. On this date, officers re-sponded to 468 West Industrial Drive in Pleasant Grove on a theft detail. Two TVs, a DVD player, VCR, and tools were stolen. A vehicle was damaged. October 26 an officer was dispatched to a theft of a gen-erator. The officer contacted the complainant by phone and received a description of the generator and information of a possible suspect. This case was forwarded to detectives for fur-ther investigation. Police responded on two suspects stealing metal from the complainants property. The suspects never left the property but were cited for Trespassing. A citizen reported that a male stole from a business. He was arrested for a retail theft charge, a drug charge, and for various war On October 26 an offi-cer responded on two suspects stealing metal from the com-plainants property. The sus-pects never left the property but were cited for Trespassing. A citizen reported that a male stole from a business. He was arrested for a retail theft charge, a drug charge, and for various warrants. The male was transported and booked into the Utah County Jail. On October 27 an offi-cer was dispatched to a theft of medication. The officer contacted the complainant by phone and received descrip-tion of the medication. This case will be forwarded to de-tectives for further investiga-tion. Police were called to a lo- -. cal office on reports of a rock being thrown through one of the windows in the build-ing. Damage was $1,500 for the double paned glass win-dow. No suspect information is available. No further action was taken. Officers responded on a report of a suspect about to leave the Eagles Lodge who didn't have a valid license and who was possibly intoxicated. The officer checked the area and the suspect's vehicle was not there. The officer waited for about 20 minutes and the suspect did not leave. driver having a medical prob-lem, under the influence. Upon the officers arrival in the area, the suspect vehicle was no lon-ger in the area. No further ac-tion was taken. An officer respondec" to the front lobby on report of a theft of a generator and a tool box from the reporting party's garage. Items stolen are worth $690. This case is being re-ferred to investigations. On October 23 an officer met with a local resident who reported several items of prop-erty being missing from her res-idence. The victim suspected her to be respon-sible for taking the items. Con-tact was not made with the sus-pect. No further action taken. An officer was dispatched on a call of a possible drunk driver. The officer responded to the area and made a traffic stop on the vehicle. He found that the vehicle was a taxi that was taking an intoxicated individual home. No further action was taken. Officer responded on a re-port of a theft. The reporting person said his son took $400 from a safe in the reporting per-sons room. The juvenile sus-pect admitted to the theft. A ju-venile was issued a citation and referred to the juvenile courts. On October 24, 2010, of-ficers took report of a delayed assault that occurred in Pleasant Grove approximately 30 min-utes prior. One adult male was arrested for assault and released on citation. An officer responded on a report of damaged property. The officer found that someone had cut the cords to an individual's fog machine and strobe light. Damage was estimated at $125. There is no suspect information at this time. Officers responded on a ce-ment statue that was damaged. The officer found that someone had pulled the gargoyle statue off it's pedestal and thrown it on the ground. There is no suspect information at this time: On October 25 police were called on a report of a theft in- - kgmgl :.:,9,.;il!,i J female were later released on citations to the Fourth Dis-trict Court in American Fork. On October 26 an officer attempted contact with the reporting party regarding a theft report. The officer left a message for the reporting party to contact the station. On October 27 an officer stopped a vehicle for traffic violations. The officer found the driver showed signs of recent drug use. The driver submitted to field sobriety tests which bolstered the of-ficer's concerns. A K-- 9 was called in. The K-- 9 indicated on the vehicle. The vehicle was searched. The officer lo-cated a glass Meth pipe and baggies with residue under the driver's seat. The officer arrested the driver for Poses-sio- n of Drug Paraphernalia and DUI Metabolite. The driver submitted to a urine and blood chemical tests. The urine tested positive for Methamphetamine and Mari-juana. The driver was re-leased on citation. On October 22 a suspect attempted to steal gasoline from a work truck parked at a business. Video surveillance showed the suspect was driv-ing a maroon and tan Ford Explorer. Similar reports were taken in the area and this case is active to investi-gations. A suspect removed cata-lytic converters and wheels from cars at an auto repair shop. The suspect cut ex-haust lines to remove the parts. This case may be re-lated to another case and has suspect information. This case is active to investiga-tions. Police received phone contact regarding a theft of a cell phone. An officer made multiple attempts to contact the reporting party but was not able to. This case was listed inactive. On October 25 officers were dispatched to a report of two individuals one of which may be female going through a garbage dumpster and also making a mess. Of-ficers arrived in the area and located a male and female in a chain link area surround-ing a dumpster. The male and female were asked to exit the area. A short time later a handgun was located on the male and the male and female were arrested on the charges of Theft, Criminal Trespass, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of a concealed weapon, and Possession of a schedule IV narcotic. Both the male and |