Marriott-Slaterville History September 2008 hollowed by decay. A total of four large trees will be taken down and the stumps removed. The mayor thanked Mr. VanLeeuwen for his work at the Slaterville Park. The council recently approved the Park Committee's recommended rules for the parks. New rules prohibit ATVs in the park, and limit skateboards and roller blades to designated areas. Prohibition of alcohol, littering, vandalism, and animals at-large have always been in effect. Permission is required for activities such as fireworks, golfing, shooting and archery. Smoking is now prohibited at parks, mass gatherings, and all bus stops, at the request of the Weber County Health Department. The Les Olson Company recently held their grand opening, which Mayor Keith Butler attended. The establishment of this business in our community, with the nice new building, and wonderful staff, is most appreciated. The results of the state commissioned traffic study on 400 North, which Mayor Butler obtained, were discussed. The mayor hopes that this road will some day become a state road because of the heavy volume of traffic. New truck route limit signs on Pioneer Road have been installed, but a supplemental sign which allows local truck traffic is needed. The Sewer Company will be increasing the cost of sewer to all residents on the city sewer. The increase will help build a new plant to accommodate sewage needs for the next 50 years. Poulsen Construction has encountered several unexpected problems in working on the 1200 West storm drain. Unidentified sewer laterals and fiber optic lines have delayed the completion to the end of the month. Delbert Hodson questioned the timing of pressurized irrigation at the Marriott Park, because of talk of installing a new head gate. President Dennis Illum said he and Mr. VanLeeuwen worked on getting a donated headgate installed at the park for use until the pressure system can be extended, and has advised Mark Hodson of the ditch company of the installation. Delbert Hodson toured the pressurized secondary water facilities with Mr. Morris after the closing of the council meeting. President Ilium reported that the Perry Ditch overflows consistently in BDO, causing standing water, providing a breeding area for mosquitoes. The insects are bad in the area although it is being sprayed by the mosquito abatement people. A postponed "Arbor Day" was held on September 6, as members of the Park Committee and volunteers from the city planted 6 trees in the park behind the city office. On that date they also placed 30 yards of mulch throughout the garden area. A serious problem developed early as those digging the holes for the trees quickly hit the "hard pan" lurking a few inches below the top of the soil. Most residents are aware of the heavy clay the area has in abundance. However, this was unbelievably hard, even to the experienced gardeners who expected the clay. Finally volunteer Pam Hunsaker said "I've had enough of this," and went to her home where she commandeered husband Mike Hunsaker's big back hoe, and drove it to the garden area. Capably maneuvering the big machine, she dug the big holes for the trees, to the great relief of and "saving the day" for the others involved. Those who participated thatday were Joe Elmer, Robert Hirschi, Randy Wilson, Aaron, Joel and Justin Buttars, Marilyn Draper, Sandra and Neil Saunders, Joe Deru, Pam Hunsaker, and Jonathan Saunders, for a total of 20 hours. In addition, Lynette Deru headed the project with an additional 10 hours of labor. Many perennials have been planted in the area, which will add color and beauty to the garden. The Senior Health Connection newsletter for September focused on "What you need to know about Prostate Cancer." The American Cancer Society recommends screening annually, beginning at age 50, for this second most common cancer among men. Jennifer Keyes, McKay-Dee Senior Health Connection, was at the Senior Center on September 9, 2008, for her monthly visit. She also held an audio screening there on September 16. Costco Hearing and Optical, gave a presentation to seniors on September 9. 137