MARRIOTT-SLATERVILLE CITY HISTORY FEBRUARY 2002 The Salt Lake City 2002 Olympics came and went in a flurry of excitement, accomplishments, and pageantry. Records were broken, disappointments and unexpected victories ensued, some athletes were disqualified, and a few interesting disagreements emerged. Media, participants and observers counted it an unqualified success. The community enjoyed events either by attendance at this once-in-a-lifetime occurrence or by excellent television coverage. It was a rare individual who was not caught up in the magic and allure of the event. Many people throughout the state, including our citizens, had the opportunity of seeing the torch as it made its way through nearby towns. Ogden's "day in the torchlight" came on the evening of February 6, 2002. It was scheduled to begin at 8:20 p.m. at the WalMart on Harrisville Road, wandered throughout Ogden, and ended at the Union Station about 10:45 p.m. (running a little late throughout the route). Although the weather was very cold, spirits and enthusiasm were high at crowds accumulated throughout the route and at the Union Depot to welcome the torch. The Paralympics which start on March 7 will add to the magic. Truly, the Olympics shone brightly throughout our state. As a result of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack in New York and Washington, D. C., security for the Olympic games was very high. On the morning of February 4, an unknown package was discovered on I-15 near 12th Street, within our community boundaries. It appeared to contain some type of electronic device. The interstate was closed as law enforcement and national guard swarmed the area. Officials blew up the package, which was then found to have been a car battery in a gunny sack. We were grateful for the alertness and disposition by the agencies involved. Another similar incident occurred on I -15 at 400 North about a week later. The Marriott-Slaterville Parks Committee has developed a detailed map for Riverside Cove to serve as a basis for improvements. Director Jim Ito would like the proposal to be drawn to scale. The design must meet ADA requirements. A management plan should be included. The DWR representative Russ Lawrence has met with Lynette Deru. He recommended on getting trees through a state agency at no cost. He will get volunteers to help plant them. He believes the survival rate of the trees without water would be 75%. Weber County Horticulturalist Jerry Goodspeed thinks the survival rate would be closer to 25%. Mr. Lawrence didn't feel that the river bank would suffer from erosion, but committee members felt that during a normal runoff season, considerable damage could happen. Steve Mecham has a gazebo which can be used in the park. The committee will consider an appropriate site for it. They continue to work on the many facets to be considered in development, including sewer, water and power. The annual audit, conducted by independent auditor, Steve Davis, indicated that the city is in a financially sound position, and that the finances are being well managed. Hogi Yogi at the 12th Street Texaco was welcomed as a new business in the community. Bits and Pieces Adrianna Childs, a daughter of Rick and Jami Childs, was born February 20, 2002 Desiree Joyce Stephens as born February 22, 2002. She is a daughter of Bobby and Donnell Stephens. John Allred presented a piano concert in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square on February 19, 2002, as part of the cultural Olympic performances. Cameron Koford was named the MVP for his participation in the University of Utah game against Air Force. Billy Green was honored by the Standard Examiner for his academic and wrestling achievements. 75