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Show The Ogden Valley news Page 10 Volume XV Issue VIII April 1, 2008 UDOT Undertakes Reconstruction of Riverdale Road The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) started a reconstruction project to overhaul Riverdale Road in Weber County. UDOT officially kicked off the project by recently hosting a groundbreaking ceremony. Local civic leaders and UDOT officials spoke at the event. Riverdale Road is one of the busiest non-freeways in the State of Utah. The reconstruction project aims to ease traffic congestion, increase capacity, and improve the roadway’s overall efficiency. Construction will take place in Riverdale between the I-84 interchange and Weber River viaduct. The project will: • Add one travel lane in each direction • Improve traffic signal coordination • Revamp the I-84 interchange into a Single-Point Urban Interchange (SPUI) • Repave the road with low-maintenance, long-lasting concrete • Allow for utility improvements ‘’UDOT desires to minimize the impact of road work on the public as much as reasonably possible,” said Randy Jefferies, UDOT Project Manager. “We’re using innovative techniques and partnering with stakeholders to accelerate the work, keep traffic moving, and provide safe access to businesses.” Since Riverdale Road is a major thoroughfare for area residents, shoppers, and commuters, UDOT plans to perform much of the work at night and keep two lanes open in each direction during peak daytime hours. The work will take about a year to complete in entirety; however, it is UDOT’s intent to complete as much of the major road work as possible by Thanksgiving 2008. Off-roadway work including construction of curb, gutter, sidewalk, and landscaping is expected to be completed by spring 2009. Throughout construction, project information will be available on UDOT’s website at www.udot.utah.gov/riverdale, by calling the project hotline at 1-877-RRD-2009, or by emailing the project public information coordinator at <rrd2009@utah.gov> A Musical About WHAT? have considered this highest form of treason as Weber State University Department of Performing Arts and Associated Actors and Technicians presents Stephen Sondheim’s “Assassins,” directed by Alicia Washington and Tiara Wallgren at 7:30 p.m., April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in the Eccles Theater, Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $5.50 for students, seniors, and those with military I.D.; all others are $8.50. Bold, original, surreal, disturbing, thoughtprovoking, and alarmingly funny, “Assassins” is perhaps the most controversial musical ever written. This most American of musicals lays bare the lives of nine individuals who assassinated, or tried to assassinate, the President of the United States in a one-act historical musical that explores the dark side of the American experience. From John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman bend the rules of time and space, taking us on a nightmarish rollercoaster ride in which assassins and would-be assassins from different historical periods meet, interact, and in an intense final scene, inspire each other to harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream. Wallgren explains, “The American Dream does not only belong to those who are the cream of the crop, or the typical citizen of this country. ‘Assassins’ takes a deeper and slightly empathetic look at the men and women who the answer to the country’s problems. While there is no true sympathy shown toward these men and women, there is a new perspective on the idea of freedom of speech and expression for the audience to consider. That freedom is in the eye of the beholder. While we do not agree that the answer to the nation’s cry for help is to assassinate its leader, we have the freedom to express that opinion and that is a beautiful thing. “Every story has two sides, and the hero varies depending on the storyteller. Sondheim has created a slightly uncomfortable yet hauntingly relatable story in which the bad guy might have had a point. Did the good guy get what he deserved? As each of the assassins’ stories unfold, we realize that in another time or place, these people had valid concerns; they simply went about solving their problems in the wrong way. However, the underlying theme throughout the show is that everyone deserves to have their side of the story told, regardless of how much it might hurt to hear. We are so lucky to live in a place where we can tell their stories without repercussion, and hopefully we will open a mind in the process.” For more information about the production, contact AAT publicity chair, Dustin Bolt at <lightningboltinc@gmail.com> By Doug Nielsen Con MuchoIn Costa Gusto Rica, “con mucho gusto” means As my family and I have had the wonderful experience of living in Cost Rica for the past six months, I have been absolutely blown away by the generosity and selflessness of the Costa Rican people. Our experience has shown that they are quick to serve and do it with joy! My family and I have been recipients of Costa Rican kindness on several occasions. Once while on a bus ride our youngest son was cold and damp due to being caught in an unexpected down pour. A man getting on the bus noticed his predicament, took his nice coat off and said “Here use this.” When the bus arrived at his stop my wife thanked him and began to lift the coat off of our sleeping child in order to return it. The man would not take it. Instead he said, “The coat is yours; con mucho gusto.” Another example took place when our car broke down in the middle of nowhere. A family stopped to tow us into the nearest city so we could get the car fixed. Despite our best attempts to pay them, they would not take a cent. After we thanked them, they replied, “Con mucho gusto.” One last example took place when we arrived in a new town. It was late and dark. The streets were basically unlit. It was raining harder than I have ever seen in my life. It was nearly impossible to find the grocery store we were looking for. We were quite discouraged and to put it mildly, the kids were not happy campers. We asked for directions from a teenager and his friend. He said, “Here I will take you to it.” “No” we replied. “Just point the way.” “No” he said, “I will show you.” He had no umbrella and was wetter then a wet rat (now that’s wet). I thanked him, and again I heard the now familiar and beautiful phrase—“Con mucho gusto.” with pleasure. Notice that they do not say “De nada” which means, “It was nothing.” Rather, they say, “Con mucho gusto,” which means quite the opposite, “with much pleasure.” Once the Costa Ricans have chosen a course of action they do not do it resentfully, but with the spirit of joy and service. Semantics? Perhaps; however, words reveal the heart. When you choose to serve someone, which position do you serve from? A. It’s not a big deal, but it’s not that great either. I’ll do it because I should do it or; B. I will do it with much pleasure and I will find joy in being able to serve and contribute. This Month’s Invitation 1. First, say “Yes” as often as you are able when given an opportunity to serve. 2. After you have said yes, do it “con mucho gusto.” Find joy in what you have agreed to do. Stay at the helm—no resentment, bitterness, or victim mentality that you have been taken advantage of. After all, it is your choice to say yes or no. 3. Enjoy the peace of mind and liberation that come from having the mindset of doing things because you choose to, not because you have to or should! Until next time, take life by the helm and smooth sailing, even in the storms! Note: To sign up for Nielsen’s monthly newsletter, you can contact him at: Doug Nielsen LCSW, MSW The Take Ownership Specialist 801-391-4356 doug@dougspeaks.com www.dougspeaks.com/kit.html http://www.dougspeaks.com 2008 T-Ball ~ Coach Pitch ~ Machine Pitch ~ Softball ~ Baseball Registration March 21 - April 5 Call Kathy Allen at 745-2709 to register. Come have fun with your friends this summer. 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