The Pioneer Post Volume XIV Issue 7 Marriott-Slaterville City Newsletter July 2012 1570 West 400 North - Phone 801-627-1919 - www.marriott-slaterville.org Fireworks and Firearms In light of dry conditions across Utah and heightened fire danger, Governor Gary Herbert urged local governments in a declaration on Friday, June 22, 2012, to "appropriately regulate use of fireworks and firearms." Many cities are deciding what precautions are appropriate to address the dry conditions, protect their communities, and restrict firework and firearm use in a manner consistent with state law. The Utah Fireworks Act states that cities may not enact an ordinance that conflicts with a person's ability to discharge legal fireworks during certain dates in July. However, state law grants authority to cities to regulate the discharge of fireworks and firearms in targeted places that may present a fire hazard. Utah Code §53-7-225(2) states that a person may discharge approved Class C common fireworks in the state between 11:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. between July 1 and July 7 and July 21 and July 27 (and until midnight on July 4 and July 24). Cities must allow people to use legal fireworks in certain designated areas. Under state law, firearms cannot be used within 600 feet of a structure and the city may limit use further in dry areas. Presently, Marriott-Slaterville is not imposing additional restrictions on fireworks or firearms beyond that in state law. Residents are encouraged to use fireworks in a safe manner. Be mindful of your surroundings and neighbors when using fireworks and firearms. Keep fireworks and firearms away from dry vegetation and material. Have a safe and fun July. PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, JULY 17,2012 - 7:00 P.M. ***This meeting may be cancelled*** This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change. CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 19,2012 - 6:30 P.M. ***This meeting may be cancelled*** This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change. Community Gardening Summer is filled with many activities, so there is no gardening day in July. However, there will be two weddings the first part of August, and we need the gardens looking nice. Anyone interested in helping deadhead and weeding (particularly around the trees) is welcome to volunteer. You are invited to volunteer for an hour or two at your convenience. If interested, feel free to contact Sandra Saunders or the city office staff. Thank you: sndrsut@aol.com or 801.731.2123. Local Updates Budget. The city recently passed its budgets which are all balanced. Marriott-Slaterville City does not impose a property tax. Road Closures. The entire road in Mill Creek Subdivision will be closed July 10 for up to 24-hours. Spencer Farms road will close July 12 for up to 24-hours. A High Density Mineral Bond will be applied to the road in these subdivisions as part of the maintenance schedule to extend the life of the road and prevent potholes and cracking. Residents are asked now to plan ahead for transportation and parking. Resident will need park on streets outside the subdivision for up to 24-hours and walk to their homes. This will be a big inconvenience, but the road treatment must properly cure. 1200 West. This summer 1200 West will be chip-sealed between 12th Street and 400 North. Expect significant delays and rock chips to be scattered. Please plan ahead and be prepared for summer road construction. Congratulations. The city recognizes our resident Jamie Aiken as pitcher for the state champion high school softball team. West Davis Corridor UDOT is continuing to study both Alternatives A and B as part of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS). Currently, UDOT is drafting chapters of the Draft EIS document and conducting a detailed analysis on impacts such as noise, water quality, and air quality. The result of this in-depth analysis will be reflected in the Draft EIS and available for public comment and at public hearings this fall 2012. A final decision is not expected until 2013. UDOT encourages you to submit your comments and ask questions. Please contact the study team at 877-298-1991 or westdavis@utah.gov. 172