It was a happy occasion in February 2011 when West Haven and Marriott-Slaterville officials met at our City Office to celebrate the RAMP grant of $449,000 awarded for the extension of the Ogden-Weber Parkway. This will pay to extend the trail and install the bridges, and provide recreational opportunities for many. The city recognized Arbor Day on April 21, 2011, and honored it by dedicating the new street tree plantings on 400 North Street. Improvements on some parks and grounds were completed this summer by the city and the Pioneer Special District. Marriott Park has some small bleachers and additional sod installed. A Scout project installed a land drain in the Slaterville Park. The entryway to Mill Creek Subdivision was landscaped. Scouts also planted trees at the Heritage Park Storm Water Basin, and repainted all the tables at the City Hall Park. All volunteers and our Scouts are thanked for their service to the community. Over 160 trees were planted at our parks this past summer by volunteers. Community Gardener, Pam Hunsaker, and City Forester, Jonathan Saunders, helped bring beauty to our parks and gardens. The City receives numerous compliments about our community. We must continue to work together to keep it beautiful and safe. In August Pam Hunsaker moved to Washington, and was, therefore, unable to continue as the Community Gardener. Our thanks to her for her work. Sandra Saunders agreed to replace her in that position. In October 2011, Resolution 2011-L approving an Interlocal Agreement with Weber County for R.A.M.P. funds, was unanimously approved. The city has obtained a R.A.M.P. grant for $449,000 to install two river bridges and construct a mile of river trail, a joint project with West Haven City and Weber County. A bridge bought by our city will be installed on the property purchased from Bowen Enterprises on 17th Street. A second bridge by 1-15 will be built by West Haven. The trail will be on our side of the river and tie into the West Haven City trail. The initial construction will be based on a 20-year reconstruction plan. Inmates may help clean and maintain the trail as necessary. The city has received a stream alteration permit so that the purchased bridge will fit across the river, based upon the engineer report. The resolution was approved unanimously. Advice for Our Times The Pioneer Post was the means of presenting timely advice to our residents several times this year. As our winter storms continued, we were reminded in the February issue of The Pioneer Post to be careful with the ice melt we use on sidewalks. (From "Ice Melt - How Does It Work," by Steve Hanson). Damage to cement, lawns, trees, and planting beds can occur. Sodium Chloride (rock salt) can be the most damaging. Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride and Potassium Chloride works at lower temperatures than Sodium Chloride but still can cause damage. Urea is less corrosive and safer on concrete, but can damage vegetation. The combination of Calcium Magnesium Acetate is best for the environment, but is expensive. We were further advised: 1. Do not over apply 2. Apply after shoveling. 3. Wear gloves to avoid skin irritation. 4. Keep product in sealed container. 5. Do not use on uncured concrete. 6. Remember products impact the surrounding environment. 12