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Show The Ogden Valley news Page 10 Volume XX Issue IX June 1, 2012 Mountain Maggie Answers a Few Questions The Amazing Raise is brought to you by the Whew! I have had so many people asking questions about me, I guess I had better give up some answers. Why are you called the “Spirit of Giving”? Well, if you visit www.amazingraise.com you can read the legend about me. If you do, you will know that I showed up when a man named Lysle Chard of Liberty needed my help. I “gave” to him and his wife Zella because they loved children and didn’t have any of their own. My presence attracted kids to his house on Halloween who were looking to be scared and, oh my goodness gracious, was that fun. In return, when Lysle and Zella died, they gave their money to the Weber School Foundation to be used to help build wonderful things for kids in the valley . . . ball diamonds, race tracks, and the tennis courts. People think that I am part of that “Spirit of Giving” that Lysle and Zella had. Why are you training for the Amazing Raise? Because The Amazing Raise (and race) is all about inspiring the community to give— just like Lysle and Zella did. I have been on the mountain a long time, but since I have come down, I have seen what great things happen when the whole community works together. Why are you wearing that silly helmet? If you ever saw the original pictures of me, you would know that I was old when I first came down the mountain to the Chard’s house in 1945. I can’t rightly remember my birth date, but I could be 120 years old. When you get that old, strange things happen—your ears and nose and feet just keep on growing. And you get a little clumsy. My old noggin is as fragile as an egg. I am afraid if I fall running on these big, old feet of mine, that I might crack it wide open. P.S. I have a good friend in Eden who is teaching me all about the modern world. She gave me an “apple.” I love apples. I was so excited . . . until I saw that it was this newfangled thing called an iphone. Maybe if I can figure out what to do with it, you can call me. For now, you can “friend’ me on Facebook. Ha! In the old days we used to “friend” each other by dropping by for a visit! YES WE CAN cont. from page 1 The brave Valley students who arrived at the school at 5:30 a.m. for the live show were treated to hot chocolate and donuts, fun memories, and a sense of pride in the example they set for giving to the community. You can check out the segment that aired on KUTV2 at www. amazingraise.com, or at a link at Ogden Valley Utah Forum. You can FRIEND MOUNTAIN MAGGIE on Facebook. The closing segment that aired on the Morning Show featured three local restaurants who are taking part in the “Taste of Ogden Valley” at the Amazing Raise celebration. Harley and Buck’s, Carlos and Harley, and Eats of Eden all brought some of their signature dishes for Casey to sample. Community Foundation of Ogden Valley CFOV benefits charities working together to benefit residents and the thousands of visitors who enjoy Ogden Valley. Through the Amazing Raise, the Foundation will help RAISE awareness about these nonprofits and assist them in their efforts to RAISE funds. A special group of Pioneer Donors has given money that will be used to match funds raised by the non-profits during the AMAZING RAISE giving period, July 4 thru September 17. They challenge you to join them in giving generously at <www.cfogdenvalley.org> In each issue of The Ogden Valley News, a Valley non-profit is highlighted. We encourage you to learn more about their efforts and how they benefit the community. Featured Non-Profit of the Week Liberty Park WHO WE SERVE: Liberty Park was established in 1982 for the specific use of the Liberty community; however, today, the playgrounds, playing field, and riding arena are heavily utilized by all Valley residents. The land was donated for use as a park by the LDS church. The park was formed under the county and is formally known as Weber County Service District #5. A volunteer board oversees and maintains its daily use. It is funded from property assessments paid from each home in the county. These funds are used for mainte- WASATCH ASPHALT cont. from page 8 We all know the age-old adage of getting what you pay for, but a big problem is being overcharged for what you get. Local contractors have seen prices charged of up to four times what the actual cost should have been. To protect yourself and your hardearned dollars, follow these guidelines from the State Consumer Division: Casey Scott live on KUTV2 Morning Show with Mountain Maggie and Valley 6th grade students. View the news clip at <www.amazingraise.com> Fitness Classes in the Valley Shuttle Available to Valley Elementary for $3. Call for details. Fitness Classes start at 8:30 AM in the High Altitude Kids Tumbling Room $40/month unlimited MWF classes ~ $5/class drop in rate ~ All fitness levels & ages welcome. 801-678-7959 or 801-745-2444 Located at 4776 E. 2600 N. in High Altitude Fitness in Eden behind the old car wash. 801-745-4000 2555 WOLF CREEK DR. EDEN From the Service Deli www.valleymarketeden.com STORE HOURS: MON. - SAT. 7 AM - 10 PM SUNDAY 7 AM - 9 PM Famous Dave’s Bar B Que Sauce 25c OFF with coupon Expires 6/15/12 Lofthouse Cookies 50c OFF with coupon Expires 6/15/12 From the Bakery Made to Order French Bread Sandwich $1.00 OFF with coupon Expires 6/15/12 From the Deli Any Beef Family Pack $1.00 OFFwith coupon Expires 6/15/12 From the Meat Dept. Whole Seedless Watermelon $1.00 OFF with coupon Expires 6/15/12 • Get bids from other contractors. This may take some time, but if any aren’t willing to wait for you to do so, there’s obviously a problem. Don’t make decisions under pressure. • Be sure to document in writing exactly what you’re getting for the price, then make sure you get it. • Look at work that’s been around for a while, because many of these jobs can disappear as fast as these companies do. Pick contractors who are here to stand behind their work. And it doesn’t hurt to support our local economy by letting local contractors bid and do the work. The contractors who’ve been in our area for years are still here and operating for a reason. nance of the park. Over the last few years, we have been fortunate to apply for, and to receive two RAMP grants. In addition, community members have stepped forwarded with monies as well as a great deal of in-kind personal time, which have all benefited the park. This has allowed improvements to the kitchen facility, a new roof on the bowery and bathroom areas, painting of the building in total, paving of the parking area, the addition of new playground equipment, the construction of covered picnic tables, and the erection of a storage/food shed. These additions have made our community park more usable and people-friendly. WHAT WE DO: In addition to the maintenance of the park, the Liberty Park committee is in charge of the 4th of July celebration we affectionately call “Liberty Days.” The activities start the night before the 4th with a children/adult rodeo that is full of exciting arena events. The day of the 4th a breakfast is served, followed by a parade, booths, food, mutton busting, a chicken/fish catch, various games and activities, and a Dutch oven dinner in the evening along with entertainment. The day is capped off with a patriotic salute and spectacular fireworks display. WHY GIVE TO US: Even with donated labor and services, Liberty Park, like all parks in the valley, survives on a shoestring. We solicit your support either by donating monetarily, or by joining in the fun and volunteering during some part of our “Liberty Days” celebration. Contact Ross Mertlich 801-745-3731. *Donations made to Liberty Park and other highlighted non-profits during the Amazing Raise Giving Period, July 4 thru September 17, will be matched by the Community Foundation of Ogden Valley. and leave, it reflects on the rest of us who are trying to be responsible business owners, residents and neighbors, doing work we can stand behind, with products that are designed for our Cassidy and Loni Verhaal area. And, we are left to clean up the mess. So, if you need any sealcoating or cracksealing, go with someone local and trusted. Give Wasatch Asphalt a call at 801-745-3006 or check us out on the web at <www.wasatchasphalt.com> We provide timely, free estimates. Inspirational Thought Finally, the reason local contractors are concerned about these “outside” companies isn’t because we’re afraid of competition. We do this every day, year in and year out. It’s There is a good reason they call these ceremonies because when these people dump tons of cold “commencement exercises.” Graduation is not asphalt, or hardening concrete at the end of some street or remote area that they weren’t the end; it’s the beginning. able to push off on someone, or do lousy jobs --Orrin Hatch |
