MARRIOTT-SLATERVILLE CITY HISTORY December 2008 December always brings with it a sense of excitement and anticipation. It is a time of appreciation, of thinking of others, of recognition of achievements, and giving. Marriott-Slaterville saw a white Christmas, and residents not only enjoyed the beauty of our white-covered surroundings, but were grateful for the promise of summer water in the mountain snowpack. The youngest of our citizens, along with parents and grandparents, had an exciting visit from Santa Claus at a breakfast with him on December 13, 2008, at the Senior Center. Breakfast included pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, cereal, diced fruit, hot chocolate, milk and juice. Following breakfast, the children had the opportunity for an individual visit with Santa, as their parents beamed, and cameras flashed. Various fun activities and creative projects for the children went on through the morning. The activity was under the direction of Shauna Meyerhoffer, with helping elves Stacee Meyerhoffer, Dean and Lois Slater, Glen Meyerhoffer, Cara Meyerhoffer, and volunteer helpers from America First Credit Union. This year the occasion was sponsored by the Marriott-Slaterville Branch of America First Credit Union and the city. Cost to the participants was $1.00 for children and $2.00 for adults. Important recognition was given to several outstanding citizens at the December 18, 2008, Council Meeting, with annual awards. Mayor Keith Butler presented the following community awards: The Good Neighbor Award was presented to Maurice Pitcher, and Gerald and Joan Taylor. Sherry Morris, and Becky Burt, were both given the Elna Lucas Community History and Culture Award, for their service in the development and collection of invaluable community history. The H. Orvil Holley Youth Leadership Award was presented to Daniel Holley for his student leadership in scouting. The Darrell Mecham Outstanding Community Service Award was presented to Steve Mecham and Lynette Deru for their tremendous service over the years. A Christmas party for elected officials, staff, and volunteers was held on December 18, 2008, following the monthly Council Meeting. A dutch oven dinner, catered by Debbie Stanger was served, consisting of chicken, baked potato, salad, rolls, and cheese cake. All in attendance enjoyed the dinner and visiting, and appreciated the efforts of Shauna Meyerhoffer in coordinating the event. As the Christmas season approached Mayor Keith Butler wished the residents of our city a Merry Christmas in the December issue of The Pioneer Post. He recognized the many changes in our world and nation that have resulted in great difficulties for many people as they lost jobs, homes, and even hope. He recently learned that Marriott-Slaterville has the lowest foreclosure rate in Weber County, according to the Wasatch Front Regional Council. He attributed some of this to that fact that we know and help each other in this community. The Ron and Shirley Smout family has donated a tree to the new park behind the city office. Thanks go also to Willard Bay Gardens, LLC, for donating many plants for that park. Many residents are interested in switching to the city garbage collection service with Waste Management. Those interested in changing should check their contract with their current provider and follow their cancellation requirements before contacting the city. Once this is done, any one interested in obtaining garbage service under the city contract should contact Mayor Keith Butler at the city office. The Central Weber Sewer is holding a public hearing on December 15, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at 2618 West Pioneer Road, to propose a rate increase for sewer treatment. The proposed rates would increase from $7.50 to $15.00 per month.