Marriott-Slaterville Monthly History September 2013 The unusually hot weather continued in September, prompting a reminder in the September 2013 issue of The Pioneer Post, of the necessity of conserving water. This summer the Weber-Box Elder Conservation District issued water restrictions for residents using pressurized irrigation in Farr West and Plain City, with some places cut down 50% in water availability. Our city was not included in these restrictions, but resbents are encouraged to follow the practice of watering before 10:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. Non-residential users should learn the best times to water so that pressure can be stabilized. All are asked to please avoid over watering, and to consider watering every other day. Fire dangers have been extreme this year. Businesses and residents are asked to keep dry vegetation cut and cleared. Clear fence lines, dry wood and flammable material which increases the fire hazard. At the September 19, 2013, City Council Meeting business licenses were approved for: 1. How U Live Life, Inc., 1210 West 12th Street, shed sales. 2. Johns Auto Body/Repair and Salvage, 980 West 1700 South, auto recycling, c. Roylance Fence, Inc., 1755 West 1350 South, fence contractor. The 2013-14 Capital Investments Plan was discussed. City Administrator Bill Morris advised that this is the city's "wish list," with most items completed, such as Quail Meadows, Heritage Park.and irrigation improvements. Mr. Morris briefly discussed the completed projects, and then the one-year projects, estimates and priority. The five to ten year projects, summary and cost were then explained. Mr. Morris said the purpose of this Plan is to identify municipal capital projects needed within the corporate limited Marriott-Slaterville City. It will serve to provide information on completed, planned, and proposed municipal capital projects, and as an ab to seek grants and other appropriate funding to complete such projects. The projects noted in this Plan may be integrated into the 2013-2014 Weber County Consolidated Plan. VISION STATEMENT The City seeks to maintain and enhance the rural, agricultural, aesthetic values of the community, and minimize urban sprawl. Further, the City shall work to promote highly efficient and effective local governmental services, make reasonable improvements to maintain a practical infrastructure, and afford reasonable opportunity for a variety of housing for residents. In achieving its goals, the City is dedicated to keep local tax burdens at a minimum. BRIEF HISTORY Both the Marriott and Slaterville communities have historical pioneer roots as early Mormon settlements in the 1850s. Marriott was first permanently settled in the early 1850s by Mormon pioneer John Marriott. Slaterville was settled in 1853, named after Richard Slater in honor of his service in the Mormon Battalion. At the close of the 19th century, Marriott had a population of 250 and Slaterville had about 400 settlers. Parts of both communities were heavily timbered with Box Elder, Cottonwood, brush and willows, and a large Indian encampment also existed. Marriott and Slaterville incorporated as a municipality on July 1,1999. Also in 1999, Marriott-Slaterville was designated as Utah's open space city by the Utah House of Representatives, and assigned to promote open space concepts. The 2000 Census put the population of the City at approximately 1,424. According to the 2010 Census, the City population now exceeds 1,700.\ GENERAL LAND AREA Marriott-Slaterville City comprises a 7.3 square mile geographical area in Weber County, about 38 miles north of Salt Lake City. 127