The huge reconfiguration at 31st Street impacted traffic both south and north through that area for many weeks with slow downs, traffic jams, and stoppages. A traffic advisory from Dave Asay, I-15 NOW, (New Ogden Weber Expansion) advised us of closures as the construction work proceeded from the area of 31st Street into our community borders. As fall came, construction reached city boundaries and into our city, with major construction at 12th Street. Closure of the intersections of 12th Street and 450 North (Pioneer Road) and I-15 occurred. UDOT notified the city it would close the 700 South overpass on I-15 beginning mid-August to rehabilitate the bridge structure. It was closed approximately six weeks. We will continue to be affected (and afflicted) by orange cones and construction for the next two years on this project. ROADS Following requests from some residents, and with safety concerns for students walking to Pioneer Elementary or driving to Fremont, the speed limit on both 1200 West and 400 North/Pioneer Road was lowered from 40 mph to 35 mph in September. Increased heavy traffic on these roads was also considered in the decision. Most residents have been supportive of the change, white others disagree with the lower limit. The city will monitor traffic for a time to see if additional changes or traffic studies are warranted. in March, Cassie Maycock made a presentation to the council on the dangers of road rage, and encouraged drivers to be responsible in their actions. That people so act that such a reminder is needed is a sad reflection on his as fellow humans. In October, WACOG advised that the commuter rail project is on schedule and is 40% complete. Another sign of spring-pot holes-has been a big problem this year, because of the high amount of moisture we had the past water year. Council President Illum said that the city spent a considerable amount of money to patch roads this year. The city worked hard on their repair issue, and continued to fix potholes and paint lines into fail. Councilman Delbert Hodson related that semi-trucks are using jake brakes within the city. He asked if signs could be placed on the state road showing that jake brakes cannot be used, or just what the city might be able to do. The deputy sheriff has increased enforcement of the weight limit on 1200 West. The city is attempting to get the state to assume maintenance of 400 North, with the heavy truck traffic going into BDO, with no success to date. In the December Pioneer Post we were reminded to drive with caution with winter snow storms arriving. Citizens were reminded of snow removal regulations. Property owners are responsible to remove snow from sidewalks in front of their homes and their private driveways. Vehicles parked on roads during or after a snow storm impede snow plowing and may be towed at owner's expense. Garbage cans should be removed from road shoulders as soon as possible after collection. The post office will permit the mail boxes on 400 North to be moved to both sides of the road for safety. The boxes on 1200 West between 400 North and 200 South cam be moved to the west side of the road, also for safety concerns. ACTIVITIES AND FUN January 28th was a Youth Council Day at the legislature and four young people represented our community and enjoyed their day there. They met several legislators and had lunch with them. The second annual Easter Egg Hunt for children ages one through eight, was held at the Slaterville Park at 10:00 a.m. on April 15, 2006. It was sponsored by the Marriott-Slaterville City Youth Council, under the direction of Emily Allred. Even though there was an early morning rain, the youth were there at 8:00 a.m. to hide 1200 eggs and to make other preparations. Money prizes were put in 100 of the eggs. By 10 o'clock,