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Show The Ogden Valley news Your Community Newspaper March 1, 2010 PRSRT STD POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 11 EDEN UT POSTAL PATRON EDEN-LIBERTY-84310 HUNTSVILLE-84317 OGDEN CANYON- 84401 HCR 843AO Huntsville Town Hosts Rabies and Licensing Clinic for Valley Pet Owners In addition to the previously scheduled Rabies and Licensing clinics held at the Weber County Animal Shelter, a clinic has been scheduled in Ogden Valley. Pet owners can bring their dogs to Weber Fire District Station 65 located at 7925 E. 500 S. in Huntsville between 2:30 and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 6, 2010. Shots will be given by Steve Lemmon DVM. The cost of the rabies shot is $13. Weber County Animal Services will also be on hand to sell and renew dog licenses. Costs for dog licenses are as follows: Spayed or neutered pet: $10 Non-spayed or neutered: $25 Spayed or neutered and owned by someone 65 years or older: $5 The end of an era, the demolition of Valley Elementary began in February. The oldest part of the school, the gymnasium, was built in 1936. Most of this original building was torn down, then rebuilt in 1957. The final addition on the east side was built in 1970. Photo by Tommy Lee. A mandatory late fee (due 30 days after a license expires) is $20 per household, but Weber County is waiving this late fee, this year only, due to the change over to their yeararound licensing program. New procedures now allow Weber County licenses to be valid for 12 months from the date of licensing rather than expiring at the end of December each year as they have previously. You can also renew your dog’s license on line now at <www.co.weber.ut.us/ animalshelter/animal_license.php> For Weber County residents who move into the community, dog licenses are required for pets 30 days within moving into the county. Weber County and Huntsville ordinances require all dogs to be licensed annually. They must also be tagged and collared. Ogden Valley Township Planning Commission Tables Hospitalito Atitlan Fundraiser a Success Decision on Petition for Heliport on the Valley Floor —Locals capture First Place honors in the Weber County Commission Chambers in By Shanna Francis The Weber County Ogden Valley Township Planning Commission heard a petition for a conditional use permit submitted by Wolf Creek seeking a year-round heliport behind Red Moose Lodge in Eden. Commissioners Greg Graves, Chair; Gary Allen; Louis Cooper; Kevin Parson; Keith Rounkles; and William Siegal, voted to table a decision on the petition pending collection of more information regarding the issue, and time for residents and planning staff to better prepare to address the proposal. Planning Commission member Jim Banks recused himself from discussing and voting on the controversial issue that drew a full house. The meeting was held Despite rain in the Salt Lake Valley and by Barry Makarewiez in 38 minutes, 26 secheavy falling snow at Snowbasin, more than 70 onds using skate technique. The fastest 5k time was logged by Luke cross-country skiers from Zeleznick of Pleasant as far away as Holladay, View, coming in at 17 Draper, and Heber turned minutes, 12 seconds up on February 15 to race using skate technique. in the Snowbasin Nordic Other local winners Challenge at Snowbasin Ski included: Resort. These skiers raced in 5 km and 15 km races Jack Davis of Liberty using classic and skating - First in boys 5k skate techniques. The race course division, age 12-13. was 5 km long on rolling Frances Davis of Liberty terrain through fields and - First in girls 5k skate woods. The 5 km racers division, age 12-13. skied one lap and the 15 km Carson Stromberg of racers skied three. North Ogden - First in The race started at Jim and Luke Zeleznick of Huntsville. boys 5k skate division, cont. on page 10 10:00 a.m. with a mass age 14-15. start with The Olympic Medley and the Kentucky Luke Zeleznick of Pleasant View - First in Derby “Call to the Post” being played with the mens 5k skate, age 30-40. fog and snow in the background. The fastest 15 km time of the day was logged FUNDRAISER cont. on page 10 Ogden on February 23. Weber County Commissioners pushed the petition to the top of the Planning Commission’s agenda last month; a petition usually takes about two months to make its way onto a planning meeting agenda. About 65 residents and property owners from the Valley lined up to argue passionately for or against a heliport being located on the Valley floor. Others traveled from outside the community to testify, or sent letters or made telephone calls to voice their opinion. By far, the predominant concern was the noise that helicopters produce HELIPORT Retro Day with Public Demos Slated at Snowbasin—Event to Benefit Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation The 80’s have called to announce Retro Day at Snowbasin on Sunday, March 21. Mark your calendar, dig out your old retro equipment, and get to work on your wardrobe selection! A “fashion parade” will take place on the plaza at 3:00 p.m. with prizes awarded and a DJ who will be spinning retro tunes from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. for an authentic retro party. Compare equipment then and now. Check out the ski museum display of retro equipment, and then visit various manufacturers to demo new progressive equipment. A minimum donation of $5 is suggested for the chance to take a demo run. Contributions to the retro photo gallery on facebook are encouraged. Those who have retro photos from Snowbasin are asked to become a fan on facebook at www.facebook.com/snowbasin where your photos can be posted. This retro event will benefit Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization providing snowsports opportunities to those with disabilities. These activities can be enjoyed with families and friends in a world-class alpine environment. “We are passionate about improving the lives of people with disabilities through sport and recreation,” commented Jim Bradley, SASEF board member and certified instructor. Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation provides support for adaptive snowsports programs held at Snowbasin. Donations will be used to purchase additional adaptive equipment and programming. Located 17 miles east of Ogden, Snowbasin is just 35 miles north of Salt Lake City with easy access to the Park City Area. Snowbasin has more than 3,000 skiable acres, 3,000 vertical feet, and 3 terrain parks. For more information visit www.snowbasin.com or call 801.620.1000. Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation The mission of the foundation is to support a quality sports experiences for those who, otherwise, could not access the beauty of the moun- Volunteer Laurie Van Zandt Gives her Heart and Hands to the Ogden Nature Center The Ogden Nature Center is featured music, art, crafts and delicious treats pleased to announce that Laurie along the way—all of which was coordinated Van Zandt of Huntsville, Utah by Van Zandt. Over $3,400 in proceeds went directly to support the was recentOgden Nature Center. ly awarded the Heart & “The Garden Tour Hands Award by the Utah was important for us Non-profits Association in 2009,” said Brandi for her dedication and Bosworth, public relavolunteerism at the Ogden tions coordinator for the Nature Center. Ogden Nature Center. This award acknowl“To add an unexpected edges people who make a $3,400 to our tight budsignificant contribution to get was fabulous. The Utah non-profit organizatour embodied our mistions through their volsion and goals of bringing unteer or philanthropic eco-friendly information services. and ideas to our commuIn 2009, Van Zandt Laurie Van Zandt of Huntsville. nity. Laurie did an amazan extensive SNOWBASIN cont. on page 11 organized Summer Garden Tour in Ogden Valley show- ing job organizing this first-class event.” Van Zandt designs complete custom landcasing eight beautiful yards and gardens. Each location featured water-wise plantings and use of VOLUNTEER cont. on page 12 locally derived materials. The garden tour also At a Huntsville Town Council Meeting held Thursday, February 18, Weber County Sheriff officer Sergeant Ryon Hadley was honored with a Recognition of Excellence plaque. Huntsville Town Mayor James Truett stated that it was offered as an expression of the community’s sincere appreciation for Hadley’s selfless service to Huntsville Town and the greater Ogden The Board of Director for the Ogden Valley in Sandy (the weekend prior) and the Antelope Valley during the past 33 years. Ryon served as the Chief of Police for Balloon Festival has announced a Town Meeting Island Stampede (just two weeks later on Huntsville Town for many years before his scheduled for Tuesday, March 18 at the new Labor Day weekend.) For a variety of reasons, we want to gauge the level of current role as Sergeant for the Weber County Valley Elementary School from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. support in the community for Sheriff’s Office. continuing the event.” Truett states, “He knows Huntsville and The purpose of this meeting According to organizOgden Valley better than anyone, and deputies is to gather input from the community on all aspects of ers, the event almost didn’t often ask him for directions while patrolling. happen the past two years. “Sergeant Hadley is a permanent part of our the event, including the big At an annual cost of almost Valley where he is admired for his compassion question of whether the event $50,000 to produce the and willingness to guide and help. The Valley should continue. Attendees event, the downturn in the is truly a safer place when Sergeant Hadley is are asked to enter through the west side entrance doors and follow the signs to economy has greatly diminished the pool of on duty.” available sponsors. “This event is free to the Also in attendance at the meeting was the meeting. Gladys Mundelius, Chairperson for the 2010 public. In 2008, we were very fortunate to Hadley’s supervisor Lt. Philip Howell, Weber event commented, “The event is now in its 16th receive a last minute one-time allocation from County Sheriff Valley Precinct Commander. year and has evolved into a weekend long cel- the Utah Office of Tourism that helped save Pictured left are Sheriff Ryon Hadley with ebration of hot air ballooning events, arts, cul- the event. Last year, we cut many of the perks ture, music, and culinary offerings. Scheduled we typically provide our valued balloon pilots Huntsville Mayor Jim Truett after receiving a for August 13 through August 15, 2010, the “Recognition of Excellence” plaque. event now faces competition from similar events BALLOON FEST cont. on page 8 Sergeant Ryon Hadley Honored Balloon Festival Up In the Air . . . Do You Care? Valley Meeting scheduled for March 18 - residents, businesses, and tourism professionals encouraged to attend |
