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CITY NEWSLETTERCherie Wood, [email protected]

JOBS AND ECONOMY EDITIONNovember 2017

South Salt LakeCity Council Members Ben B. Pender, District 1 801- 580-0339 [email protected] Rapp, District 2 801-485-5817 [email protected] Beverly, District 3 801-803-4127 [email protected] Portia Mila, District 4 801-792-0912 [email protected]. Shane Siwik, District 5 801-548-7953 [email protected] Mark C. Kindred, At-Large 801-214-8415 [email protected] Johnny McConnell, At-Large 801-712-4837 [email protected]

City OfficesMon-Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 801-483-6000220 East Morris AveSSL, UT 84115Animal Service 801-483-6024Building Permits 801-483-6005Business Licensing 801-483-6063Code Enforcement 801-464-6712Fire Administration 801-483-6043Justice Court 801-483-6072Police Administration 801-412-3606Promise 801-483-6057Public Works 801-483-6045Recreation 801-412-3217Utility Billing 801-483-6074

Emergencies 911Police/Fire Dispatch 801-840-4000

What does economic development mean to you? A lot of people and businesses answer this in different ways because the economy is a complicated ecosystem. But to me, and often to South Salt Lake residents, it is pretty simple. Do I have what I need and want in my neighborhood? Are there jobs, schools, places to shop, good housing, parks and entertainment within walking distance? Planners call this the 10-minute neighborhood concept. For many cities, the answer is no. But fortunately in South Salt Lake, the answer is more often than not a solid “yes!”

It hasn’t always been this way, and South Salt Lake has been playing catch-up over the last couple decades. It is a balancing act and often a Catch-22. Retailers want to be where there are plenty of homes supplying customers. Businesses want to locate near a trained workforce and a good transportation network. People want to live close to parks and schools. This adds up to a whole lot of projects, but we have been planning for years and tackling them one by one.

South Salt Lake has added housing and a grocery store, office buildings and a streetcar line, new and improved parks, trails and schools. We have never been in a stronger position to attract the people and businesses that will continue to make South Salt Lake a great place to live and work for the next generation. This edition of the

newsletter features stories about the projects and progress that are setting us up for a solid future. We currently have 2,232 businesses licensed in the City. These businesses, large and small, create opportunities and help families plant roots.

Our future also depends on a robust civic dialogue. I would love to know what you would like to see next in your neighborhood. We are starting a new initiative to better incorporate neighborhood needs into economic development—a community preservation council. I am looking for residents who want to help identify, plan for and preserve their neighborhood quality of life, while becoming more involved in helping new projects come to life. If you are interested, please contact me. I also want to encourage you to participate in the greatest gift of our democracy, your right to vote. Please participate in our municipal election this month, including mail-in ballots (postmarked by November 6), early voting at the Salt Lake County complex, and Election Day voting at the Columbus Center on November 7.

The City of South Salt Lake is pleased to announce the new Winco Foods will be open at 2193 S. Main in time for Thanksgiving. This will be the sixth Winco Foods to open in Utah and South Salt Lake is thrilled that they chose our community for their newest grocery store. The store will be the first development in South Salt Lake’s downtown and additional development is expected to soon begin construction in the area. The finishing touches are being made to the grounds and the shelves are being stocked. They are an employee owned company with 117 stores and 18,000 employees. The City looks forward to the store opening and the partnership of a new business in the City.

Mayor Cherie Wood

Winco has Arrived

Economic Development is Essential for Complete Communities

On The MoveSSL City Council Meetings220 E. Morris Ave., 2nd FloorWednesday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m.Wednesday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m.

SSL City Planning Commission Meetings220 E. Morris Ave., 2nd FloorThursday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m.

October brought the opening and unveiling of two new housing developments in the City. The First, Sharon Gardens is a 58 unit senior housing development located at 3354 S. Sue St. The proj-

ect was developed by Utah Non-Profit Housing Corpo-ration and is the product of a community-building vision that began more than three years ago as our City set goals for developing quality and affordable housing for Salt Lake Valley seniors. The residents will enjoy a great location with access to transit, onsite retail, a

hair salon, and a residential co-op called Studio R – an entrepre-neurial space that provides residents with a place to sell and market their handmade goods. We trust that Sharon Gardens will give hope, security, and self-confidence to those who need it most.

The City also helped to reveal the site for the Hub of Opportu-nity. This will be located at the corner of 3900 S. West Temple. The Hub is a 157 unit transit-oriented development (TOD) that will offer a new level of community access for individuals with disabilities as well as available market rate units for lease. As part of the project, Columbus will include the “NextWork Innovation Hub,” a new live/work space that will provide services tailored to the needs of those with autism. This will focus on employment in high-tech industries.

According to Kristy Chambers, CEO of Columbus, the project will be one of the first of its kind in the country, “From design to con-struction, the ‘Hub of Opportunity’ will take into consideration the kind of accessibility and inclusion that allows individuals with disabilities to live and work in the community.“

The Pie PizzeriaThe City is excited to announce the opening of the Pie Pizzeria located at the corner of 200 East and 3300 South. This beautifully designed building will be a popular destination restaurant in the City. The reputation for quality food and enjoyment will be an amenity to our community. The Pie Pizzeria is also hiring. If you are interest please go to their website at www.thepie.com/jobs. The City is thrilled to welcome the Pie Pizzeria to South Salt Lake.

Rite AidRite Aid recently opened a new 17,000 square foot retail store and pharmacy on the corner of 3300 South and 700 East. The business added a number of new landscaping features to enhance the appear-ance of the new building. The property owner will now turn attention to the existing buildings on the property to improve the appearance with new façade treatments and upgrades.

Via Apartments Phase 2Via Phase 2 comes on the heels of the highly successful Via Phase 1 located at the Meadowbrook TRAX Station. Via provides a number of amenities for urban living next to transit. Phase 2 consists of 58 multi-family units to go along with the 80 units previously constructed. The Via Apartments take advantage of views over Harmony Park to the Wasatch Mountains and include both indoor and outdoor living space.

Sharon Gardens and the Hub of Opportunity

New Openings

Coffee with a Cop is part of a national initiative to create a place for community members and police officers to come together. There are no agendas or speeches; just the opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and the chance to get to know the officers in their local neighborhoods. The South Salt Lake Chamber supports the program to help businesses increase their involvement in the community’s safety. The event takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from 9-10 a.m. at Village Inn, 2929 S. State St.The next session is Wednesday, November 1.

www.sslchamber.com

Columbus Center Gym2531 S. 400 E.

Open Play – 16 years and older Saturdays – Nov. 18 - March 249:00–11:00 a.m. We are happy to offer this fun new sport. There is no fee to play but, fun and good times are a must.Adult Open Play Basketball18 years and olderNov. 1 – March 29 Wed & Thurs nights: 7:00-9:00 p.m.Fee: $20 Season Pass | $1 Night PassFor more information call: 801-412-3217

The City of South Salt Lake

IS HIRINGView available positions at sslc.com

and click on ‘Employment’ inthe ‘My Quick Links’ box.

November 2017

Columbus Senior Center Highlights2531 South 400 East South Salt Lake, Utah 84115 • 385-468-3340

• • • • •Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays – 9:30 a.m. Enhanced Fitness

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays – 12:30 p.m. Modified Yoga

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. U of U Strength Training

Daily Lunch – Noon

Monday, November 6 Blood Pressure Check with Harmony – 10:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 9 Vital Aging Project 11:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 9 Veterans Day Lunch Noon

Closed November 10 for Veterans Day

Monday, November 13 Podiatrist Screening w/ $10 Donation – 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 16 Pancake Breakfast 8:45 a.m.

Friday, November 17 Thanksgiving Lunch & Live Entertainment 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Closed November 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving

Monday, November 27 Larry Turner Live Entertainment – 11:00 a.m.

Come check out what the Senior Center has to offer!

Home Occupation Business Licenses

Looking to work from home? South Salt Lake has a number of options. Home office businesses are permitted in all residential areas of the City and are $43 the first year and $18 for each year after. For some home office uses there may not even be a licensing fee if there is not an offsite impact caused by the business.

This year the City has issued 56 Home Occupation licenses. South Salt Lake currently has 312 active Home Occupation licenses. If you would like to know more about starting a home based business or have a question contact the Business Licensing Division at 801-483-6031.

Jobs and Economy Development Initiative (JEDI) Committee

The South Salt Lake Jobs and Economy Development Initia-tive Committee works to promote new job opportunities in the City and help South Salt Lake City residents better their employment situation. The City has developed partnerships with the State De-partment of Workforce Services, LDS Employment Services, Salt Lake Community College, private partners and Catholic Commu-nity Services to promote job awareness. The South Salt Lake Economic Development webpage provides details on job centers and available resources from our partners. If you are looking to better your employment situation we encourage you to get to know more about available employment opportunities with South Salt Lake Partners.

Contact Mike Florence to learn more: [email protected].

Employment Partner HighlightDepartment of Workforce Services Refugee Center

The City of South Salt Lake partners with a number of public and private service providers to ensure South Salt Lake residents have the best access to employment and benefits. The Utah Refugee Educa-tion and Training Center (URETC) is a partnership between Salt Lake Community College, Utah State University and Workforce Services, in collaboration with refugee communities.

The Refugee Center serves two purposes: 1) to foster opportu-nities for refugees to access family-sustaining employment, and 2) to support refugee communities’ efforts to find appropriate solutions towards integration.

Areas of focus for activities at the Refugee Center are 1) em-ployment, including training, education and business development; 2) integration, including English language skills training and refugee community-led events; and 3) collaboration with refugee and local communities, and public-private partnerships.

Current URETC programming includes:

Additional information available by calling: 801-618-5096

Get and Stay Hydrated!

A three day supply of potable water per person should be stored in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you store one gallon of water per person, per day. Considerations should be taken to account for heat and activity. Water should be stored in soft drink bottles or water jugs. Decomposable or breakable containers, such as milk cartons or glass bottles should be avoided. When purified water is not available, it is important to know how to treat contaminated water. By consuming contaminated water, an individual runs the risk contracting such illnesses as dysentery, cholera, typhoid, hepatitis and all of the associated symptoms. All water of uncertain purity should be treated using one or a combination of the following treatments:

1. Filter – Filter the water using a piece of cloth or coffee filter to remove solid particles.

2. Boil – Bring water to a rolling boil for one full minute.

3. Chlorinate – Add 16 drops (1/8 tsp) of liquid chlorine bleach per gallon of water and let stand for 30 minutes. If the chlorine smell is still detected in the water after 30 minutes, it is ready for consumption. If the smell dissipates, add 16 drops of chlorine and let stand for 30 minutes. If the smell continues to dissipate, discard the water and find another source.

South Salt Lake Angel TreeThe holidays are just around the

corner and the Youth City Council is once again hosting the City’s Angel Tree. As always, we are hoping to make the holiday season a special time for South Salt Lake youth and families.

If you would like to make a do-nation of any amount, please make checks payable to City of South Salt Lake, and mail to: Angel Tree, 220 East Morris Ave Ste. 200, South Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Even a small amount can make a difference. We ask that all monetary donations reach us by Dec. 10. You can also visit our Angel

Tree on the second floor of City Hall in late November and early December and take an ornament with the need of a local child. We ask that gifts be dropped off by Dec. 16 to the Promise South Salt Lake Office on the third floor of City Hall.

Thank you for your support in making the holidays extra special for our youth and families!

Questions? Contact Edward Lopez: [email protected] or 801-455-1729

• Weekly Job Connection Class• Resume and Mock Interview

Assistance and Workshops• Employment Application Assis-

tance Workshops• One-on-one Job

Development Assistance• Warehousing and

Distribution Training• Promise South Salt Lake • Head Start • REFUGEES Program• SLCC Computer Class• Java Tech Class

• Artificial Intelligence Youth Class• A+ Certification Class • Front End Web Development

Class• Sewing Class • ESL Class • Typing Class• English Conversation Class• Gang Prevention, Domestic

Violence, Health Nutrition, Parenting Workshops

• Micro Business Connection Center

On The Move

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Bonnie Owens, Promise South Salt Lake Youth Development Coordinator for the Woodrow Wilson site was recognized on Friday, October 13 as the Outstanding Afterschool Site Coordinator in Utah by the Utah Afterschool Network at an award ceremony at their annual Jumpstart Conference at the Ogden Eccles Event Center. Bonnie, who holds a master’s degree in education from the University of Utah, is a stellar supervisor, leader, coach, mentor and teacher. She calls her staff to use best practices along with Utah Core concepts while maximizing their strengths, creativity, and authentic selves in working with their groups. Bonnie demands excellence from her staff members and she leads by example. She set a goal last year to improve the quality of lesson planning and steadily worked toward the achievement of this goal by showing them what quality planning looks like in both the planning and delivery of lessons and also helped them to have a process to follow in the development of their own lessons. She encourages her staff to participate in educational and professional development opportunities and Bonnie’s staff members are frequently promoted within the Promise SSL system because of their readiness to lead and competence in job performance—a credit to Bonnies staff leadership.

On Friday, November 10 9:15-10:15 a.m., Granite Park Junior High is hosting a community assembly to unveil their new Memorial Wall for Alumni Veterans. All are invited to attend, with a special welcome to veterans. The morning will include historic displays, student performances, multimedia presentations, and other opportunities for students to honor not only the veterans who live in South Salt Lake, but all who serve or have served our country. Visitors are welcome to arrive as early as 8:30 a.m. to view the various memorials and displays prior to the assembly start time. For any questions about the assembly or the event, please contact the main office at Granite Park at 385-646-5174.

Promise South Salt Lake (PSSL) has operated with seven councils (Health, Housing, Education, Safety, Jobs & Economy, Arts & Community and Neighborhoods), in partnership with United Way to help uplift and support residents. To broaden our reach, two new Promise South Salt Lake Councils, an Interfaith Council and Equity Council, have been formed.

The PSSL Interfaith Council will transition from a committee to a council to help address and create connections with residents of South Salt Lake. The three results they are currently working toward include: (1) All South Salt Lake residents are on a pathway to self-reliance, (2) All South Salt Lake residents youth read on grade level, and (3) All South Salt Lake residents have a sense of belonging in the community.

The PSSL Equity Council will be composed of individuals who live, work, worship, educate, and plan in South Salt Lake to advise and create safe pathways for our diverse community. They will work together to address inequality, create inclusive spaces, and build community across difference within the city.

Promise SSL is excited to see connections grow through conversations, partnerships, and application of funding and resources to better serve and include residents of South Salt Lake.

Promise SSL Afterschool Site Coordinator Named #1 in Utah

Granite Park Junior High: Veterans Day Assembly

Promise SSL Council Expansion

South Salt Lake has 14 neighborhood centers

serving our community:

Hser Ner Moo Community andWelcome Center479 East 2250 SouthSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-828-7245

Roosevelt Community School3225 South 800 EastSalt Lake City, UT 84106801-828-8219

Historic Scott School andArts & Community Center3238 South 540 EastSouth Salt Lake, UT 84106801-803-3632

Lincoln Community School450 East 3700 SouthSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-657-0416

Utah International Charter School350 East Baird CircleSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-520-7175

Central Park Community Centerand PAL Boxing Program2797 South 200 EastSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-466-3143

Columbus Center2531 South 400 EastSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-412-3217

Woodrow WilsonCommunity School2567 South Main StreetSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-386-0589

Granite Park Jr. High3031 South 200 EastSouth Salt Lake, UT 84115801-440-4499

Meadowbrook STEM & Community Center (SLCC Campus)250 West 3900 SouthSouth Salt Lake, UT 84107801-518-5502

Cottonwood High Promise5715 South 1300 East Murray, UT 84121385-630-9748

Kearns Saint Ann Promise430 East 2100 South Salt Lake City, UT 84115385-630-9754

Commonwealth Performing Arts& Youth Entrepreneurial Center2530 So. 500 East (@ Columbus Center)South Salt Lake, UT 84115385-630-9753

Moss Elementary4399 South 500 EastSalt Lake City, UT 84107385-258-6360

PAL Thanksgiving Dinner KitsPAL Youth, Police Officers and community/business partners are

preparing Thanksgiving Dinner kits for South Salt Lake residents in need. If you or someone you know needs a meal on this day contact Jerry Silva 801-412-3650.

Dinner Kit includes: Turkey, stuffing, onions, celery, potatoes, butter, chicken stock, gravy, corn, yams, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, rolls, pie, foil, roasting pan and peeler.

Deadline to sign up is Nov. 7, dinner kits will be available for pickup or delivery on Nov. 21.

November 2017

SSL Capital Improvement Highlights400 East Traffic Light at S-Line Streetcar: A contractor has been selected and we are reviewing documents to get a construction contract signed.

Sunset Avenue Waterline – State Street to 200 East: All work on the waterline has been completed. Due to

excessive construction cost, the project completion has been delayed until spring 2018. Crews will be installing a temporary asphalt surface that will hold up to winter conditions until the project resumes in the spring.

State Street Lighting – 3300 South to 3900 South: Crews continue to install new street lighting on State Street between 3300 S and 3900 S. The project will be completed by the end of the 2017 construction season.

Central Park Restroom & Playground – 2825 South 200 East: The outdoor restroom is nearly complete, but will remain closed for winter. Playground swings and spinners are being installed this month thanks to a donation from Bimbo Bakeries, a South Salt Lake business. New pavement and turf have created a picnic area that is completed by the pickleball courts.

Parley’s Trail: A ribbon cutting was held on October 17 to celebrate the completion of the trail in several key sections - across Roper Rail yard and east of Sugar House Park. The project continues with on-street striping between West Temple and 300 West later this year and signs up along the trail. Visit parleystrail.org for more info.

Trail signage: In addition to new signs along Parley’s Trail, wayfinding signs are in the works for Mill Creek Trail and for the Jordan River Parkway.

Columbus Center: In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the building, the ornamental iron gates have been reinstalled at the tower entry to complement the Spanish Revival architecture.

Edward started as a volun-teer at the Hser Ner Moo Cen-ter and soon fell in love with our City. He then became a city em-ployee as a Promise Family Liai-son before moving up in respon-sibility to become the Promise SSL Family Liaison Coordinator. Last year, he added the role of leading our long-standing Youth City Council. Best of all, he be-came a resident of South Salt Lake – there should be a special award for that!

Edward undertakes his job with enthusiasm and passion – he literally makes it look like fun, even in the most difficult situations. He goes above and beyond to provide better opportunities to our SSL youth and families. The Promise SSL Family Liaison initiative continues to be successful because of Edward’s leadership and expertise. During this holiday season, Edward is leading the Youth Council’s efforts with the Angel Tree to make sure that SSL families who are in need can still enjoy a wonderful holiday. Above all, Edward is a fun-loving human being. He is kind and has a big heart. He is a talented vocal performer and an amazing decorator – making the Promise office charm or frighten you, depending on the season. Edward, you are a ROCKSTAR!

Rock Star – Edward Lopez

The municipal General Election is Tuesday, November 7

Mail-in Ballots must be postmarked by Monday, November 6, 2017.In-Office Voting is currently taking place at the Salt Lake County Government Center located at 2001 S. State St. and runs through November 6. Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm.Early voting runs through November 3. For a list of early voting locations and their office hours visit the city’s webpage, sslc.com. Election Day Vote Centers: The vote center in South Salt Lake on Election Day will be the Columbus Center located at 2531 South 400 East. This will be the only vote center in the city. Voters may drop off their voted ballot or surrender their ballot and vote on the voting machines at any vote center in Salt Lake County. For a list of Election Day vote centers visit the city’s webpage. If you did not receive a ballot you can still vote at a vote center on Election Day. Candidates for election are:

DISTRICT 2Eric Balken

Corey Thomas

DISTRICT 3Sharla Beverly

Adam Thompson

MAYOR: Mark C. Kindred

Cherie Wood Write In Candidate: Bill Hogan

DISTRICT AT-LARGE: Ray deWolfe

Aaron A. Frost

SincerityDefinition: freedom from deceit, hypocrisy, or duplicity

To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity.

- Douglas AdamsMeta

Business Watch meeting Monday, Nov. 27 - 5:00 p.m. at Deliberate Dynamics, 3096 S 600 W.

ALL CPZs Neighborhood Watch MeetingSouth Salt Lake Police Department2835 South Main StThursday, Nov. 9, 7:00 p.m.Special presentation by the Salt Lake Area Gang ProjectYou won’t want to miss this!A recording with updated information on Neighborhood Watch Meetings can he heard by calling 801-412-3668.

On The MoveFALL CLEAN-UP: First two weeks of November

Boxed, Bundled and Bagged Curbside CleanupThe citywide cleanup program is available to all South Salt Lake City residents who currently receive City garbage service. Curbside pickup will be provided for approved items that are boxed, bundled or bagged. The intent of this program is to reduce pollution in our streams, rivers and lakes and will keep our city clean. When utilizing curbside collection, residents are reminded that hazardous materials such as oil, batteries, paint, tires and other pollutants will not be collected. Ace Recycling and Disposal, the city’s garbage and recycling contractor, will be collecting bulky waste items during the first two weeks of November. Properly prepared items must be placed on the curb by 6:30 a.m. on the scheduled collection day. The pickup schedule will be delivered to your home in advance.

Leaf Bags South Salt Lake residents can participate in an annual leaf bag collection program. Each fall season, five (5) leaf bags are supplied to residents at no cost. Bags can be picked up at the Public Works building located at 195 W Oakland Ave beginning in October. Residents must show a valid ID with a South Salt Lake address in order to obtain city provided leaf bags. The leaf bags will be picked-up curb side through the end of November and taken to the landfill for use in their composting program.

Join us for

Breakfast with SantaSat�rday, December 2, 2017, 8-11 a.m.Columbus Center, 2531 S 400 E, SSL

$4/person or $15/family up to 6peopleLive enter�ainmentYummy foodPresents for kids 12 and youngerCrasts for allPhotos with Mr. & Mrs Claus$7 and up Special thanks to the Lions Cluband SSL Rotar� ClubFor more info call801-483-6076 or [email protected]

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MOSAIC ART CLASSCreate a stepping stone to keep while you learn the tools and

materials for creating mosaic artworks.All supplies and tools provided.

Monday, November 6, 13, & 20 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm

FREE CLASS - REGISTRATION REQUIRED (SPACES LIMITED)

Columbus Senior Center2531 South 400 East South Salt Lake, Utah 84115

Call to Register (385) 468-3339