City Calendar Aug 1 4:00 PM Airport Board Council Work Rm (first floor) Aug 6 5:15 PM City Council (Work Session) 7:00 PM City Council Aug 8 7:00 PM Library Board Library Conference Rm Aug 13 PRIMARY ELECTION DAY Aug 13 6:30 AM Water Board Conference Rm #217 6:30 PM Planning Commission (Work Session) 7:00 PM Planning Commission Aug 14 6:30 AM Power Board Whitehead Meeting Rm Aug 15 6:30 AM ASAP Committee Executive Conference Rm 5:30 PM Emergency Preparedness Committee, Public Safety Meeting Rm Aug 20 5:15 PM City Council (Work Session) 7:00 PM City Council Aug 22 6:30 PM Parks and Recreation Community Services Bldg. Aug 27 6:00 PM Planning Commission (Study Session) Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 110 South Main, unless otherwise indi- cated. For more information contact 489-2700. Agendas and minutes are available on the City website at www.springville.org/agendas-minutes/ Our city has been working to help keep power rates at a stable amount over the next few years. We get our power from many different sources around the area. Some of these sources we actually own part of the power source and some of them we have contracts at set rates to buy power. Lately it has been popular to have some power come from environmentally friendly sources like solar or wind. As new companies locate to Springville there are many that want to see if we are making an effort to provide power by these alternative methods. We have also purchased a position into some wind sources for this reason. One interesting source we have lined up recently is the power generated from methane gas that comes from the waste of hogs at the large hog farms in the Milford area. Another source of power which is one of our cheapest is the power we get from the hydro generators at the dams along the Colorado River which include Flaming Gorge and Glen Canyon Dam. We also have some small hydro generators up the canyon that generate power from the water flows that come down the canyon. Years ago these hydro sources were a large part of our power usage but as our city has grown it becomes a much smaller percentage of the total amount required. When I was on the city council over twenty years ago our peak demand was about twenty-five megawatts of power and now it is around fifty-eight megawatts. Two of our largest sources of power are the gas-fired Nebo Power Plant in Payson and the Whitehead Power Plant located next to the waste water treatment plant in the northwest part of town. To stabilize the price of fuel for these plants the city council has given our power supervisors the authority to purchase hedges on the purchase of natural gas over the next five years. This means we will have set rates for this fuel through the year 2018 and so if the price spikes up it will help us to keep our power rates to our citizens at a more constant rate. We are trying to look to the future so we can prevent the power cost adjustment citizens had to pay for many years at the turn of the century. I want to thank our employees at the power department for their forward thinking and the city council for granting permission to purchase these hedges. We have not raised power rates in the city for many years and we want to keep it that way as long as possible. Mayor Wilford Clyde MAYOR: Wilford W. Clyde COUNCILMEMBERS: Richard “Rick” J. Child Christopher K. Creer Benjamin T. Jolley Dean F. Olsen Mark W. Packard C ity S ource YOUR SOURCE OF INFORMATION ABOUT SPRINGVILLE IN THIS ISSUE Mayor’s Message 1 City Meeting Schedule 1 NEW Springville History 1 Primary Election 2-3 Community Calendar 4 Contact Us 4 City Survey Announcement 4 “Glimpses of Springville” is now available at the Springville City Offices, 110 South Main. Get your copy for just $24.95. From 1850 to today, this history will give you insight into the building of this city and its influential citizens! AUGUST 2013
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City CalendarAug 1 4:00 PM Airport Board Council Work Rm (first floor)Aug 6 5:15 PM City Council (Work Session) 7:00 PM City CouncilAug 8 7:00 PM Library Board Library Conference RmAug 13 PRIMARY ELECTION DAYAug 13 6:30 AM Water Board Conference Rm #217 6:30 PM Planning Commission (Work Session) 7:00 PM Planning CommissionAug 14 6:30 AM Power Board Whitehead Meeting RmAug 15 6:30 AM ASAP Committee Executive Conference Rm 5:30 PM Emergency Preparedness Committee, Public Safety Meeting RmAug 20 5:15 PM City Council (Work Session) 7:00 PM City CouncilAug 22 6:30 PM Parks and Recreation Community Services Bldg.Aug 27 6:00 PM Planning Commission (Study Session)Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 110 South Main, unless otherwise indi-cated. For more information contact 489-2700. Agendas and minutes are available on the City website at www.springville.org/agendas-minutes/
Our city has been working to help keep power rates at a stable amount over the next few years. We get our power from many different sources around the area. Some of these sources we actually own part of the power source and some of them we have
contracts at set rates to buy power. Lately it has been popular to have some power come from environmentally friendly sources like solar or wind. As new companies locate to Springville there are many that want to see if we are making an effort to provide power by these alternative methods. We have also purchased a position into some wind sources for this reason. One
interesting source we have lined up recently is the power generated from methane gas that comes from the waste of hogs at the large hog farms in the
Milford area.Another source of power which is one of our cheapest is the power we get from the
hydro generators at the dams along the Colorado River which include Flaming Gorge and Glen Canyon Dam. We also have some small hydro generators up the canyon that generate power from the water flows that come down the canyon. Years ago these hydro sources were a large part of our power usage but as our city has grown it becomes a much smaller percentage of the total amount required. When I was on the city council over twenty years ago our peak demand was about twenty-five megawatts of power and now it is around fifty-eight megawatts.
Two of our largest sources of power are the gas-fired Nebo Power Plant in Payson and the Whitehead Power Plant located next to the waste water treatment plant in the northwest part of town. To stabilize the price of fuel for these plants the city council has given our power supervisors the authority to purchase hedges on the purchase of natural gas over the next five years. This means we will have set rates for this fuel through the year 2018 and so if the price spikes up it will help us to keep our power rates to our citizens at a more constant rate. We are trying to look to the future so we can prevent the power cost adjustment citizens had to pay for many years at the turn of the century. I want to thank our employees at the power department for their forward thinking and the city council for granting permission to purchase these hedges.
We have not raised power rates in the city for many years and we want to keep it that way as long as possible. Mayor Wilford Clyde
MAYOR: Wilford W. Clyde
COUNCILMEMBERS:Richard “Rick” J. ChildChristopher K. CreerBenjamin T. JolleyDean F. OlsenMark W. Packard
Our city has been working to help keep power rates at a stable amount over the C ity S ource
YOUR SOURCE OF INFORMATION ABOUT SPRINGVILLE
IN THIS ISSUEMayor’s Message 1City Meeting Schedule 1NEW Springville History 1Primary Election 2-3Community Calendar 4Contact Us 4City Survey Announcement 4
“Glimpses of Springville” is now available at the Springville City Offices, 110 South Main. Get your copy for just $24.95. From 1850 to today, this history will give you insight into the building of this city
and its influential citizens!
AUGUST 2013
Craig ConoverCraig Conover is
a lifelong resident of Springville, Utah and Springville High School graduate. Craig is married to Deanne Gray, also of Springville. Craig has 3 children (26, 22 and 17).
Craig served the citizens of Springville from 2000 to 2004 on the Springville City Council. Craig knows what it takes to attract quality business, which creates
a stable sales tax base for the community. Craig is currently serving on the Springville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. As a member Craig understands the needs of Springville City businesses. As a business owner himself, Craig is willing to do whatever it takes to meet those needs.
Craig has spent his life working in the advertising and marketing businesses and currently manages the advertising department at the Daily Herald. This gives him the unique opportunity to speak with many businesses each day and know their needs, wants and desires, especially what cities can do to partner with them in success. As
business succeeds within the boundaries of a city so succeeds the city by gathering increased sales tax. Craig will fight to continue the economic growth in Springville so that as residents we can continue to enjoy the amenities that the city has created.
Throughout his life Craig has given countless hours of volunteer work to the city of Springville. For the past 8 years Craig has been the chairman for Springville City’s “Art City Days” celebration. Craig has also given service to Springville’s “World Folk Fest”, “Movies in the Park”, the Springville Museum of Art, the Parks and Recreation Board, and Electric Board of Springville.
Chris SorensonI have had the great
opportunity to live in Springville for most of my life. I attended Springville Schools graduating from SHS in 1970. I served an LDS Mission to London in 1971-1973. I attended
BYU and worked for 33 years in the Nebo School District. I currently work part time in the Educational Leadership Department in The McKay School of Education at BYU.
I am married to Karen Danielson, also of
Springville. We have three married children and seven grandchildren. My mother Evelyn and Karen’s mother Phyllis are still very much a part of our family. I especially enjoy spending time with my family. In my spare time I work in my yard and garden and probably golf a little too much. And although my kids no longer play little league sports where I loved coaching them, I am now on the grandparent circuit of attending ball games, recitals and dance reviews.
I had the great opportunity to serve two terms on the Springville City Council, 1992-1999. It was a tremendous learning opportunity for me to understand the workings of city government
and to be involved in a great variety of boards, committees and organizations. I gained a true appreciation and respect for the many employees of our city who work long hours making sure we have the infrastructure, utilities, services and opportunities that contribute to the quality of life we enjoy living in Springville. I am especially aware of the thousands of countless hours that our citizens volunteer year in and year out in organizations that truly are the heartbeat of what is right with Springville. It is this spirit of community and volunteerism that persuades me to run for city council.
Tara Tulley I am the daughter
of Robert and Ange’ Workman. I grew up in Mapleton, Utah, and graduated from Springville High School. My husband, Jeff, also grew up in Springville. We have three children.
I understand the need for sustainable and responsible change in order to empower communities and address the social problems
faced in Springville that impact all individuals in our community. My motto is, “Our community is as healthy as our sickest member.” I believe in taking personal responsibility to empower, first, individuals, and then communities to create system change. When systems are sick, problems such as addiction, abuse, economic disparity, violence, and other social carries are exacerbated. When communities address the system problems together, they are greatly reduced. When people are empowered, communities are also empowered. By creating local and national policies that support economic growth, lowering the tax burden
directly to families and individuals, and creating community resources that allow youth and families to develop a positive core value system within themselves, we are sowing the seeds of social change. As your elected council member, I will strive to better Springville, to address the needs of business, individuals, and families, while working to create resources that are effective in reducing social problems that exist within our community.
I look forward to your vote, and strive to be a positive example of an empowered woman in community leadership.
Justin FerrellJustin was raised in
Texas and moved to Utah to attend BYU. While here he married a native Utahn, graduated from BYU and began working at Utah Valley University. During his years here he has come to love Utah Valley, and
specifically moved to Springville because of the family friendly, small town atmosphere.
Justin feels that the power to change the culture and feelings in our world and country comes from the community. Without strong leadership on the local level there will never be improvements in Washington DC, or even Salt Lake City, unless we continue to improve and strengthen the values of hard work and family in our families and communities. I can provide that leadership and direction here in Springville.
Primary Election - August 13, 2013These two pages offer a brief synposis, or in some cases the
entirety, of the campaign statements submitted by each candidate for your consideration this election. More information is available on the City’s website: www.springville.org/administration/recorder/election-information/ or at www.vote.utah.gov.
Options and deadlines for voting are:Absent ballot applications available at the above website link. Last day to submit an application: August 8. Last day
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to return an absent ballot: August 12.Early Voting at the City Hall from July 30 to August 9 (see the website for hours); andPrecinct voting on August 13, 2013. (See the website link for the precinct map and polling locations)
Let your voice be heard!
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Joyce NolteI love Springville!
We moved our family here fourteen years ago and we are looking forward to retiring here. I am an artist and just as a canvas reflects an artists’ skills at achieving
a ‘vision’ of beauty-I believe a City is a canvas that reflects the ‘vision’ of its’ Citizenry and its’ Leadership.
I have had the privilege and opportunity of serving as a Springville Planning Commissioner
for nine years with Mayor Boyer, Mayor Mangum and currently with Mayor Clyde. I have participated in and witnessed many significant changes in Springville during that time.
Actually, it is my ‘vision’ of what our ‘Art City’ is and can become that has made me decide to run for City Council. I will work to make sure that the people of Springville have their voices heard and valued as we move forward-building on the foundation of our heritage with innovative ideas and creative solutions towards a shared vision of what we want our home to become. To achieve that end, we need to work hard—all together.
We are at a crossroads-as the economy recovers so will growth in our city. We need to be wise and prepared for that growth. I don’t have all the answers, but I do have some ideas that I think will enhance the ‘canvas’ of Springville and make our ‘Art City’ uniquely beautiful and an even better place to live.
I will be a City Council member who listens to constituents and goes even further; I will seek out the opinions of residents and encourage all to participate in making our City better.
ALL TOGETHER!
Jason MillerHaving spent six+ years
as a resident of Springville, I am committed to this community and helping the City move forward by advocating streamlined and simplified policies, improved
relationships between residents and leadership, and a vision of Springville as an attractive, growing, business/residential hub. We can either let growth and change broadside our community or proactively plan and manage for the future. I am very optimistic that planned, responsible
growth is possible through responsive and flexible management practices. I am specifically focused on these areas:
Smart and financially sound community planning (recreation, utilities, infrastructure)Proactive outreach to businesses and home buildersImproved communication channels between residents and the CityAs a current member of the Springville
City Power Board, I have seen the strength and capability in Springville’s leadership and employees. Enhancing communication between representatives and residents and creating a well-
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defined vision for the City will allow citizens to increase their involvement and strengthen our sense of community. Leadership, professional and financial expertise, and creativity will be essential to this effort. As the primary executive of a renewable energy business and former investment manager for a major insurance company, I have demonstrated these capabilities. I have also benefited from formal education, an MBA from BYU and undergraduate degree from the University of California. Yet more important is my strong desire to improve Springville for the benefit of both my family and yours. Along with you, we plan on continuing to call this “home.”
Karen EllingsonI am dedicated to
making a difference for the better in my neighborhood and community. I was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and attended BYU-Idaho where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Health Science and Public
Relations. After graduating my husband and I moved to Utah, and soon settled in Springville. I have gained leadership experience through my service as Chair of the Springville Library Board of
Directors, a member of the Board of Adjustment, Republican Party Precinct Chair and as a board member of the PTA at Westside Elementary, where my four children attend school. During my years on the Library board I have been a part of the construction of the new library and have worked to serve with diligence and attentiveness both the Library and the community it serves.
Over the last two years I have strived to be better informed by regularly attending City Council meetings. In an effort to help others be more aware of what’s going on I have posted things I hear about, summaries of City Council meetings as well as links to meeting agendas on
my Facebook page. As a councilwoman I will increase my efforts to help you know what’s going on and how you can have a voice in what happens here. I have also worked to get to know our state representatives, understanding that legislation passed at the state level often has a direct impact on life here in Springville.
Balanced residential growth and increased business opportunities are an important part of planning for our future. Equally important is finding ways we can support Main Street and improve how business is done in Springville. In this time of rapid growth it is important to plan potential growth and anticipate upcoming needs.
Springville City resident I have decided to run for Springville City Council. I not only love the rich history and pioneer heritage of this great city, but also because I care deeply about the current
and future development of Springville.I graduated from Springville High School
as Student Body President in 1998, attended Brigham Young University graduating with a B.S. Degree in Construction Management/Business
Minor in 2005, and have currently been involved in Construction/Real Estate for the past 12 years. I have been a member of the Springville Kiwanis Club since 2005, serving two consecutive terms as President. I enjoy spending time with my family-hiking, bicycling, gardening, and playing at the park. In my spare time I enjoy playing the guitar, basketball, and researching family history.
I’m passionate about business development and growth, and will support any such plans so long as it provides a useful need, and has a positive tax benefit for our community.
Likewise, I am very interested in our parks and recreation. I am a proponent of a new Recreation
Center and will do all within my power to raise awareness of this critical need to our community. I will work toward having a reasonable bond limit and ensure that both businesses and residents can achieve a win-win scenario with regard to this monumental project.
My grandfather, George Ray Bird, served this great community more than 60 years ago on the Springville City Council, and now I feel like it’s my turn to give back to this great place my ancestors have called home for 160 years. It will be my pleasure to build upon the great foundation that’s already been laid by so many diligent civic leaders of the past!
Mon Family Night at the PoolM-W 8:30 PM, Zumba Class/Com.ServicesM-W-F 9AM Yoga Class/Com.Services BldgTues 7 PM, Community ScoutingDen/Troop 1456 801.358.3802/801.358.6730 Handicap youth ages 14-21 welcomeT-Th 6 AM Yoga Class/Com.ServicesW-F-Sat 1-4 PM Pioneer Museum 175 S. Main; 801.491.2076Thurs Pottery Workshop/Com.ServicesDaily Activities & Lunch/Senior Ctr See springvilleseniorcenter.org for more!
Museum of Art Exhibitions www.smofa.org
May 8 - Dec 1, 2013 - Expressions: A Walter Rane Retrospective
May 22 - Jan 11, 2014 - Exploring PlayJul 10 - Jun 2016 - Voices: People, Places, and
Ideas in UtahJul 18 - Sep 4, 2013 - 40th Annual Quilt Show
Summer Pool Hours begin on May 28springville.org/recreation/swimming-pool/
Mon-Fri: Adult Lap & Leisure 5:30-7:30 AM / 6-7 PM
Swim Lessons: 8 AM-12 PM Open Public Swim: 2-6 PM Sat: Open Public Swim: 2-6 PM Closed July 4, 24, and Sep 2, other
limited hours around holidays
Jul 29-Aug 3 Springville World Folkfest, www.worldfolkfest.com
Jul 29-Aug 30 Registration for Girls Fall Volleyball, 5th-12th grades, $37/player, expressrec.com
Jul 30-Aug 2 EARLY VOTING, Civic Center, 10 AM - 12 PM & 2-4 PM
Aug 1 Videos due for Art City Film Festival
Aug 1 Zumba Gold, Library, 10 AM; class designed for older adults or those with limited mobility
Aug 1 Aprenda Ingles, Library, 6 PMAug 1 Summer Concert on the Library
