The Pioneer Post Volume XX Issue 2 Marriott-Slaterville City Newsletter February 2018 1570 West 400 North - Phone 801-627-1919 - www.marriott-slatei'ville.org SLATEft i^TED Mayor's Message by Scott Van Leeuwen My first month as the Mayor of Marriott-Slaterville City has been full of new changes and challenges. In case any of you future mayors out there think local government is easy, you may want to reconsider. Some of the complex problems I am presented with have no easy solution. Among other things, I see the challenges of providing services, law enforcement, development, road projects, and infirastructure. Everyone has different opinions and I try to hear them all. When I make a decision I focus on what is in the best interest of the whole community. Our City Council has appointed Dee Christoffersen to fill the remainder of my vacancy. I look forward to working ith the City Council during my term. The City Council also confirmed my appointment of Justin Tobias to the Planning Commission. The City currently has a number of projects in 2018, including the reconstruction of Pioneer Road at the Plain City border. Further, there will be other ongoing projects. I welcome your comments. I can be reached at the City Office at 801-627-1919, Ext. 204. City Council Report Marriott-Slaterville City has two separate but equal branches of government. The Mayor heads the executive branch. The City Council is the legislative branch. The executive branch handles the daily operation of the City such as implementing laws and the budget, managing complaints, roads, parks, plaiming, and other services. The legislative branch passes laws, makes policy decisions, adopts a budget, approves contracts, confirms appointments, and exercises oversight. Two members of the City Council are elected from the east district, and two from the west district. One Council member is elected at-large. City elections are in odd numbered years. )r executive issues call the City Office at 801-627-1919. For legislative issues contact a council member. Spring Gardening With a very mild winter, spring will be here soon. Now is a good time to get the garden ready. Here is a list of things you can do: 1. Clean-up flower beds and prep your vegetable garden. 2. Prune trees and shrubs as needed. 3. Trim perennials, unless they are cold sensitive. 4. Clean-up your yard and garden areas as soil thaws. 5. Prepare to plant in March when you can plant pansies and some hardy perennials. 6. In March you can also plant your cold loving vegetables like peas, carrots, radish, and onions. 7. Start a greenhouse with seeds, transplant in May. When planting note the soil quality, plant space, and sunlight. Gardening can improve your mental and physical well-being. There is a lot of work to be done this year in our community. If you would like to work in the community gardens or as a volunteer please call Marilyn at the City Office at 801-627-1919 Ext 209. PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20,2018 - 7:00 P.M. (This meeting may be cancelled) This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change. CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15,2018 - 6:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order and minutes. 2. Advice and consent to Mayor's appointments. 3. Complete Disclosure Statements. 4. Review of new business licenses. 5. Arbor Day Commemoration: First United Methodist Church. 6. Presentation: Weber-Morgan Health Department, 7. Presentation: Prevention of harassment, discrimination, and workplace violence. 8. Training: Rules of Procedure. 9. Discussion/action on Resolution supporting state legislation for penalty enhancements. 10. Officer reports and legislative oversight. 11. Closed executive session. 12. Adjourn until March 15, 2018. This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change.