Killyon Canyon Conservation Preserve Dedication

Killyon Canyon
Conservation Preserve
Dedication







Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City and Utah Open Lands today will celebrate the partnership that preserved 265 acres of land on the edge of Utah’s largest metropolitan area.

This morning the partners will formally dedicate the Killyon Canyon Conservation Preserve. Following a three-year acquisition campaign led by Utah Open Lands, the property was officially set aside on December 22, 2010.

“This amazing place deserves permanent protections. It is an incredible mix of landscapes on one piece of property,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon. “The County is proud to be the new landowner and a key participant in this partnership.”

The Killyon Canyon Conservation Preserve is one of the highest leveraged open space projects in which the County Open Space Trust Fund participated.

“Public stewardship of this land is part of what makes our community a vibrant and sustainable place to live,” added Mayor Corroon.” The Salt Lake County Open Space Trust Fund contributed $900,000 to the project.

As part of the permanent preservation a conservation easement was granted to be co-held by Salt Lake City and Utah Open Lands. Salt Lake City contributed $300,000 to the total purchase price. Utah Open Lands raised another $600,000. Utah Open Lands’ portion included a half of a million dollars from an anonymous donor, a donation from the Wasatch Mountain Club and $100,000 from Utah’s LeRay McAllister Critical Lands Conservation Fund.

“Salt Lake City is committed to clean water for our residents,” said Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker. “Our participation in the Killyon Canyon partnership reflects our responsibility to help protect this portion of the Salt Lake Valley Watershed.”

City Council Member J.T. Martin was a strong supporter of the project which gets daily use and enjoyment from city residents even though it’s outside the city limits.

“Utah Open Lands really made this happen from the initial discussions with my family and the other landowner,” said Tracy Burton, former Killyon Canyon landowner. “It says a lot about Utah Open Lands that they raised the money and put the partnership together.”

The Burton property had subdivision rights dating back to the early 1900s. The family’s decision to seek a conservation solution for the property led them and the other landowner Tom Johnson to make a contribution of land value totaling more than $500,000.

Those celebrating the dedication on Wednesday will be treated to a hike with the landowners and Utah Open Lands Stewardship Director Dr. Arthur Morris.

Event: Official Dedication of Killyon Canyon Conservation Preserve
Who:   Mayor Peter Corroon, Salt Lake County
           Mayor Ralph Becker, Salt Lake City
           Wendy Fisher, Utah Open Lands
           Brad Barber, Utah Open Lands
           Burton Family, former land owner
           Tom Johnson, former land owner
           Dr. Arthur Morris, Utah Open Lands Stewardship Director
Date:   Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Time:  10:00 a.m.


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SLCo Breaks Ground on New Senior Center

Salt Lake County
Breaks Ground on
Draper Senior Center



Salt Lake County broke ground on a new, 20,000 square-foot Draper Senior Center Tuesday morning, June 7th.

The new Senior Center will provide services to area citizens who are over the age of 60 by offering a daily nutritious meal, exercise equipment and classes, computer training, educational classes, outdoor walking paths, gardening areas, arts and crafts space, volunteer opportunities, socialization and transportation. The new center is designed to meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold building standards.

“We are excited to provide this first-class facility to ensure that seniors living in Draper and the surrounding areas have options and opportunities to remain healthy, active and engaged in the community,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon.

Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon was joined by officials from Draper City and Aging Services at the groundbreaking at 1136 East Pioneer Road (12400 South).

Salt Lake County Aging Services is responsible for providing programs and services on behalf of the residents of Salt Lake County who are age 60 or older and their caregivers.


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UMFA Receives Highest National Recognition

Utah Museum of Fine Arts
Receives National Recognition



The UMFA receives highest national recognition during 10th Anniversary of Marcia and John Price Museum Building.

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) has been granted reaccreditation from the American Association of Museums (AAM). Accreditation is the highest national recognition a museum can receive. This reaccreditation coincides with the UMFA’s tenth anniversary of operation in the award-winning Marcia and John Price Museum Building, and is indicative of the museum’s commitment to excellence over the past decade.

AAM Accreditation:
Developed and sustained by museum professionals for 40 years, AAM’s museum accreditation program is the field’s primary means of quality assurance, self-regulation, and public accountability. Awarded after a rigorous, multi-year examination process, accreditation recognizes a museum for its commitment to excellence in the areas of governance, collections stewardship, public programs, financial stability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement.

In 1972 the UMFA was the first university museum west of the Mississippi to receive accreditation after the program began in 1971. Reaccreditation has occurred every ten years, and the Museum began a self-study in 2008 to examine every aspect of its operations in preparation for reaccreditation in 2011.

Of the nation’s estimated 17,500 museums, 775 are currently accredited. The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is one of only five accredited museums in Utah, and one of only two accredited museums in Salt Lake City, according the AAM website.

“Accreditation assures the people of Salt Lake City that their museum is among the finest in the nation,” said Ford W. Bell, president of AAM. “As a result, the citizens can take considerable pride in their homegrown institution, for its commitment to excellence and for the value it brings to the community.”

10th Anniversary of the Marcia and John Price Museum Building:
The UMFA’s reaccreditation coincides with the tenth anniversary of the award-winning Marcia and John Price Museum Building, which officially opened to the public on June 2, 2001.

“Over the past decade it has been a pleasure to see the beautiful UMFA grow in stature and begin to fulfill its promise,” says benefactor Marcia Price. “It has been a privilege to work with the University, the Director, and the fine staff and board to continually meet new goals of excellence.”

Made possible by generous private gifts, including a leadership gift by Ambassador John Price and Mrs. Marcia Price, the 74,000 square-foot building has enabled the UMFA to facilitate meaningful connections between hundreds of thousands of museum visitors and the world of art, making a variety of exhibitions, programs, and collections accessible to Utah’s diverse communities.

Special Exhibitions:
The UMFA has presented dozens of special exhibitions over the last decade. Among marquee exhibitions are: Rodin: Sculpture from the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Collection (2001); Dresses for Humanity (2001); Athletes in Antiquity: Works from the Collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum (2002); Edward Hopper and Urban Realism (2003); Travels in Time and Space: The Art of Robert Sabuda (2006); Dream America: Prints by Andy Warhol (2007); Monet to Picasso from the Cleveland Museum of Art (2008); Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art (2009); salt (series premier 2010); and The Smithson Effect (2011). The UMFA will open its next major exhibition, LeConte Stewart: Depression-Era Art, in July 2011.

Public Programs:
The UMFA serves as a teaching, learning, and research resource for the University of Utah and the broader community, providing engaging public programs to encourage dialogue and discovery. In the last ten years, the UMFA’s public programming reach has grown exponentially. In addition to hosting educational lectures, tours, films, and artist talks on-site, the UMFA created its groundbreaking Art in a Box program in 2004 to provide in-classroom visual arts education to schoolchildren throughout the state. Since its inception, Art in a Box has served over 51,000 students and teachers in Utah.

Collections:
The Marcia and John Price Museum Building houses the UMFA’s permanent collection of over 18,000 art objects from around the world. The collection, which spans over 5,000 years of human creativity, gives visitors the opportunity to experience different ideas, values, and cultures all year round. In 2010 the UMFA launched a comprehensive database to provide online visitors with access to all objects in the UMFA’s permanent collection (www.collections.umfa.utah.edu).

“We are proud and honored to have received reaccreditation from AAM,” says Gretchen Dietrich, executive director of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. “Appropriately, it was a strenuous process, ensuring we met best practices in the museum field. I am so very optimistic about the future of our wonderful Museum, where we strive to make great art and great ideas come alive for our visitors. With this reaccreditation comes our pledge to uphold the public trust, and continue to be a place where new ways of thinking and seeing captivate and transform.”

Utah Museum of Fine Arts
University of Utah Campus
Marcia & John Price Museum Building
410 Campus Center Dr.
Salt Lake City, Utah 84112

Museum Hours
Tuesday–Friday: 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday: 10 am–8 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11 am–5 pm
Closed Mondays and holidays


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SLCo Animal Services Satisfaction Guaranteed Program

Salt Lake County Animal Services

Announces "Satisfaction Guaranteed"

Program for Shelter Adoptions

Salt Lake County Animal Services announces new "Satisfaction Guaranteed" program for pets adopted from the county shelter.
 
“We are very excited about our new Satisfaction Guaranteed program for adopted pets," says Shawni Larrabee, Director of Salt Lake County Animal Services. "While there is a person for every animal, we know that not every animal is for every person. If you adopt an animal from Salt Lake County Animal Services and discover that you are not compatible with the pet you chose, you may return the pet within the first six months and recieve a credit toward a second adoption or a refund of the adoption fee."
 
Any pets adopted from the county shelter may be returned within the first 6 months for either a full refund of the adoption fee or a credit toward adopting a different pet.
 
"We encourage everyone to make careful choices when choosing a new pet and to make every effort to help their new pet adjust to the new family and home. However, if it simply isn't working out then we want to help solve the problem, " says Larrabee. "When a pet is returned we will immediately begin looking for a better match for both the adopter and the returned pet."
 
Salt Lake County Animal Services recieved funding through the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to implement the program and track the results.
 
Salt Lake County Animal Services serves the citizens in the Unincorporated Township Areas, Salt Lake City, Herriman City and Holladay City.
 
Salt Lake County Animal Services
511 West 3900
Salt Lake City UT 84123
801-559-1100
www.AdoptUtahPets.com


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Summer Reading Kickoff Party at SLCo Library

Salt Lake County Library

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Salt Lake County Library will be hosting an exciting Summer Reading Kickoff Party this year on Saturday, June 11 from noon to 6:00 p.m at Veterans Memorial Park in West Jordan. Come celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading and bring the whole family. There will be free entertainers, live music and activities for the kids. At 3:00 there will also be a special performance by the Salt Lake Poetry Slam team featuring Jesse Parent, presented by the Utah Humanities Council. More information is available at slcolibrary.org.

Who: Salt Lake County Library
What: Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Where: Veterans Memorial Park in West Jordan
            (1985 West 7800 South)
When: Saturday, June 11 from noon - 6:00 p.m.


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Snowbird Offers Weekend Skiing Until July Fourth

Snowbird Offers Weekend
Skiing and Riding
Until July Fourth




Record-Setting Snowfall Has Resort’s Sights Set on 202-Day Season.

Thanks to a record-breaking snow year, Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is aiming to extend weekend winter operations through the Fourth of July, conditions permitting. This would mark the third time in the resort’s 40-year history the season has closed on July 4, matching the 1995 and 2005 record. The extension would also mark 202 days of skiing at Snowbird this season, surpassing the 2005 record of 201 ski days.

“Most people who have seen how much snow is still up here know this was an easy call, but it's still very exciting for our guests who started skiing in November and will still be on the slopes in July,” said Dave Fields, Vice President of Resort Operations.

As of May 26th, the resort has received a year-to-date total of 760 inches of snowfall, beating the average annual snowfall by 260 inches, and breaking the previous snowfall record set in 1984 by 72 inches. This season’s total snowfall, roughly 63 feet, is nearly 10 times taller than NBA star LeBron James. Currently, the mid-mountain snowpack stands at 177 inches deep.

The Little Cottonwood Canyon resort will remain open for skiing and riding on weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, as well as the Fourth of July) from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m., so long as conditions and weather permit. Snowbird recommends skiing and riding for advanced to expert ability levels. Conditions will be re-evaluated continuously, with updates on snowbird.com. Tickets will be sold at the reduced rate of $64.

To commemorate the occasion, Snowbird is holding a T-shirt design contest. The winner of the contest will have their design printed on an anticipated 1,000 shirts to be sold at the resort on the Fourth of July weekend. The winner will also receive a Spring Season Pass to Snowbird for the 2011-2012 season. Submissions must be sent to info@snowbird.com, by June 17, in vector format.

A special Father’s Day barbecue will take place on Sunday, June 19. Summer activities are anticipated to kick off on June 18 (weather permitting).


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SLCo Animal Services Wins 2011 Best of State Medal

Salt Lake County Animal Services

Wins 2011 Best of State Medal

Animal shelter given high regards for going the extra mile for homeless pets.

Salt Lake County Animal Services will be receiving a 2011 Utah’s Best of State Medal Award for work and achievements in the Community Development Category. This is the second year in a row that the agency has earned the award.

“It is an honor to receive this recognition by the Best of State committee” says Shawni Larrabee, Director of Salt Lake County Animal Services. “This is often a tough job and this type of recognition is greatly appreciated by the staff, volunteers and community partners that have dedicated themselves to changing the fate of lost and abandoned pets entering the county shelter.”

“Life saving programs for pets entering the Salt Lake County shelter has resulted in a reduction in the euthanasia rate to less than half the rate of the rest of the state” says Larrabee. These programs include FREE Cat Adoptions, the Salt Lake County Pit Crew and TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) program for community cats. “These programs have shown a significant impact on increasing the live release rate at the shelter as well as promoting proactive, long term solutions to pet related issues. We have even more exciting things coming in 2011/2012,” says Larrabee.

Larrabee says that SLCo Animal Services takes pride in developing strong relationships with local volunteers, shelters, groups and rescues as well as large national organizations. “These relationships are critical to our efforts, and the response from the community has been amazing.”

The Best of State Awards were created in 2003 to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah. Best of State candidates are evaluated by a panel of 100 judges based on three criteria: achievement in the field of endeavor; innovation or creativity in approaches, techniques, methods or processes; and contribution to improving the quality of life in Utah.

Salt Lake County Animal Services serves the citizens in the Unincorporated Township Areas, Salt Lake City, Herriman City and Holladay City.

Salt Lake County Animal Services
511 West 3900
Salt Lake City UT 84123
(801) 559-1100


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Neighborhood Business District Development Funding Available

Funding Available for
Neighborhood Business
District Development





Small locally owned businesses provide economic stability and visual anchors for our communities, and successful neighborhood business districts provide identity, vitality, and a sense of place for residents. As part of Salt Lake City’s efforts to promote and strengthen these areas, $10,000 has been allocated to be used to match funds raised by selected Salt Lake City Neighborhood Business Districts. The amount available for each project will not exceed $2,000 and will depend on the number and strength of eligible proposals submitted. Funds must be used for promotional events, marketing and branding initiatives, and/or beautification projects.

Deadline for project submissions is June 10th, 2011 by 5:00 pm. Please note that program requirements have been revised since the Neighborhood Business Conference on May 6, so disregard any old applications you may have in your possession and please contact Small Business Liasion Jessica Thesing for a new application. She can be reached via e-mail at Jessica.Thesing@slcgov.com or by telephone at 801-535-7159.


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Refugee Awareness Campaign and Fundraiser

2nd Annual
"Around the World
in Seven Days"
Refugee Awareness Fundraiser








Local chefs team with traditionally trained experts for the 2nd Annual "Around the World in Seven Days" Refugee Awareness Campaign and Fundraiser June 10-17.

Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon, Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker and Park City Mayor Dana Williams invites residents to dine at various local restaurants and sample dishes that are inspired by refugees’ countries. The Second Annual Around the World in Seven Days: Refugee Awareness Campaign and Fundraiser is scheduled to run from June 10th to June 17th.

Restaurants around town will offer a dish created by each restaurant; chef and a refugee community leader with the intent to fuse the traditional flavors of the refugee’s homeland with the chef’s creative style to capture the flavors of both worlds. Proceeds from the entrees will benefit the Utah Refugee Coalition. Around the World in Seven Days is part of a month long refugee celebration and awareness campaign.

Utah is home to approximately 30,000 refugees with nearly 1,200 arriving each year directly from camps and many more as secondary migrants from original resettlement locations. Each has navigated through an overwhelming system to become one of the less than a fraction of one percent that attains resettlement. Each brings with them rich cultures and traditions from regions around the world. To celebrate their diverse gifts to the Utah community, the following restaurants are participating in Around the World in Seven Days:

Salt Lake Restaurants:
     • Café Trio - 680 South 900 East
     • Les Madeleines - 216 East 500 South
     • Liberty Heights Fresh - 1290 South 1100 East
     • Oasis Cafe - 151 South 500 East
     • Pago - 878 South 900 East
     • Saffron Valley - 1098 W South Jordan Parkway
     • Sage’s Café - 473 East 300 South
     • Squatters - 147 West Broadway
     • Tony Caputo’s Market and Deli - 314 West 300 South
     • Vuz Restaurant, Lounge & Winery - 12234 S Draper Gate Dr.

Park City Restaurants and Cafés:
     • Good Karma - 817 Park Avenue
     • Park City Coffee Roaster at Kimball Art Center - 638 Park Ave
     • Silver - 508 Main Street
     • Squatters - 1900 Park Avenue

Those wanting to support refugees through a fusion dining experience will find it easy. When dining at any of the participating restaurants, the entrée will be offered as a nightly special and a write-up will be offered in the menu. Once ordered, the restaurant will donate a portion of the proceeds back to the Utah Refugee Coalition. Those wanting to know more refugees in Utah are invited to contact Ze “Zee” Xiao at (801) 468.2953.

REFUGEE
“Any person who is outside any country of such person’s nationality, and who is unable to return to, and is unable to avail himself or herself of the protection of that country because of persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.” - Official definition taken from the Refugee Act of 1980, P. L. No. 96-212, Congress codified and strengthened the United States' historic policy of aiding individuals fleeing persecution in their homelands.


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SLCo Needs Volunteers to Fill Sandbags

Volunteers Needed
To Fill Sandbags



Volunteers Needed To Fill Sandbags on Saturday; New Sandbagging Machine Up and Running.

Preparations continue for heavy snowmelt sure to come later this month. Salt Lake County is asking for volunteers to help fill sand bags at the Salt Lake County Public Works Administration Building Saturday morning.

Salt Lake County has taken delivery on its new sandbagging machine, but that doesn’t lessen the need for volunteers to help.

“We hope to fill upwards of 5,000 bags on Saturday,” says Sheryl Ivey, the County’s Volunteer Coordinator. “So, we can always use more volunteers.”

Ms. Ivey hopes to have upwards of 200 volunteers for the event.

What: Sandbag Fill
Goal: Fill 5,000 sandbags
When: Saturday, June 4th - 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Where: Salt Lake County Public Works Facility
            6960 South 604 West
            *Just north of 7200 South, enter off 700 West
Bring: Gloves, Shovels and (if you have one) a 5 gallon bucket


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