Santa Clara Sun
May Issue
Volume 19, Issue 5
May 2017 Mayor’s Message
On Thursday May 25th, the newly constructed Santa Clara Veterans Memorial Monument will be dedicated at the Cemetery. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 pm and everyone is invited. This monument will be dedicated to the many veterans who have lived in Santa Clara since the community was settled that have served in the United States military. All branches of the military will be recognized by a series of flags surrounding three large natural stone monuments. Stone pavers will recognize the veterans individually and large stone monuments will recognize all veterans for their service and sacrifice for their country.
A volunteer committee has worked for many years to design the monument, find a suitable location, raise the necessary funds for construction and finally construct a memorial we hope all veterans, their families and all of the citizens of Santa Clara, past and present, will appreciate and enjoy for many generations to come. Kudos to committee members Councilman Ken Sizemore, Parks Director Brad Hays, Wade Roberts, Terri Rosenberg, Charlie Clayton, and Sarah Mathis Schulz. Thanks also to Rosenberg Associates Civil Engineers, Paul Lillywhite Stone, Kenworthy Monuments, Border States Lighting, Noal Hansen Rock Quarry, Randy Frei Concrete and the City Public Services Crew for their hard work and talents constructing the monument.
Stone pavers are still available for purchase and engraving, for more information contact Town Hall. I hope everyone will take the opportunity to visit the monument and remember all of the veterans who have lived in Santa Clara since the community was founded. Their service provided the opportunity for each of us to enjoy the freedoms we take for granted every day. This Memorial Day let’s celebrate their service and recognize them for their service.
In other news, Santa Clara Power was recently awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Reliability from the American Public Power Association. The City Power Department significantly outperforms the electric industry national average for reliability. Hats off to the City Power Department Staff for their good work keeping the power on. Also, the street slurry seal project is underway and residents are reminded to be careful around construction equipment and pay attention to road closures and detours.
The City is working with Washington County and the BLM to identify a designated shooting range site in the South Hills that could be improved for all types of shooting sports. Shooting is very popular with residents in the area, but there are serious safety concerns with the large amount of mountain bikers, ATV use, hiking and other recreational activities also using the area. The City hopes to identify a site and improve the road to the shooting range in the near future. When the designated range is opened, shooting will be closed in the other areas in the South Hills and en-forced in accordance with City Ordinance.
May is also graduation time and summer is just around the corner. The City would like to congratulate the Class of 2017 and wish them all good luck and happiness in their future endeavors. These young people face a very challenging and exciting time ahead and I wish them the best. Until next month, stay safe Santa Clara.
-Mayor Rosenberg
Swiss Days on September 21-23rd
We are excited for our upcoming Swiss Days celebration and would like to encourage everyone to get involved. There are so many opportunities to volunteer! We would love YOUR help! It is a great way to make new acquaintances in our community. If you would like to volunteer please email sccityevents@gmail.com, we appreciate all of our volunteers help!
As you know, this event is well attended and has become a great place to gain expo-sure for your business. If you are interested in becoming a VENDOR or SPONSOR for this year, please go to our city website www.sccity.org/swiss-days for information or you can email sccityevents@gmail.com.
For more information you can call the city office at 435-673-6712 ext. 201.
Mark your calendars now to save the dates for Santa Clara Swiss Days 2017: September 21-23. This year’s theme is “Hometown Heroes” honoring our local heroes, including our veteran’s, police, fire and medical responders, and others who have been heroes through their community service. We have seen many forms of heroism over the years from the strength and courage of early Santa Clara pioneers, to the self-less volunteers who just show up in times of need and do what needs to be done-usually going above and beyond the call of duty. Come join us during Swiss Days as we celebrate all of our hometown heroes.
Many fun events are planned once again this year including the Thursday Opening Ceremony, Community Dinner and Mayor’s Walk, Friday Swiss Miss/Mister program, Pioneer Hands-on activities, free Friday Night Concert, Saturday 5K race, pancake breakfast, best parade, arts, craft and food vendors, games for all ages, continuous entertainment, historical displays and more.
See the city website for more information, including event applications and sponsor opportunities: www.sccity.org/swiss-days or call 673-6712 EXT 201.
2017 Municipal Election Opportunity
This is the year for Municipal Elections. Santa Clara will have The Mayor and 2 City Council seats open in this election. Each seat is for a 4-year term. The November Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. If a Primary Election is needed it will be Tuesday August 15, 2017. Candidate filing period is June 1-7, 2017.
Please consider serving your community by running for office for one of these positions. Qualifications to hold a Municipal Office are:
1. Be a US Citizen at the time of filing
2. Be a registered voter of the municipality
3. Be a resident of the municipality or a resident of the recently annexed area for a period of 365 consecutive days immediately pre-ceding the date of the election.
(Utah Code 10-3-301; 20A-9-201; 20A-9-203)
For more information contact the City Recorder, Chris Shelley at
376-6712 ext. 203.
Spring Burn Window
The 2017 Spring Burn Window is open March1-May 30. You must always call Burn Control at 627-4949 the day you plan to burn. There is also a link for Burn Control on the City web-site at www.sccity.org Click on the Public Safety drop down bar and select Fire Department and then Burn Window, you will then see the link for a Burn Permit. Permission to burn depends on weather conditions and the clearing index. Fires must be attended to until completely extinguished. Make sure you have a hose or other fire extinguishing equipment at the burn site. Burning must take place during daylight hours.
WCWCD Free Water Checks
Free water system checks will be available by the Washington County Water Conservancy District between May 15-Sep 30. The water check gives you a customized irrigation schedule, identifies your soil type, and suggests ways to efficiently water your landscape. The program helps you to have an attractive landscape while saving water, that’s good for our water supply and your water bill! To request a free water check please call 673-3617. Visit the WCWCD website for more information: www.wcwcd.org/
Storm Water Protection Reminder
Chlorinated water is a source of pollution to our storm water System. Swimming pools are a major source of chlorinated water discharged into our storm water system. Pools have high concentrations of chlorine, which is toxic to wildlife and fish.
Pool owners who drain their pools should de-chlorinate their pools before draining. When possible drain the de-chlorinated water to land where it will not drain to surface waters or directly into the storm drain system. These simple steps will help protect our water quality and have a positive impact on fish and wildlife.
Thanks to all of you who have been doing such a great job! Please report violations to the main City office at (435)656-4690. After hours emergencies will be forwarded to on call personnel. Or call the DCSWC Hot line at (435) 634-5730.
Local Business Highlights
AKA Embroidery by Angie Langston at 229-9653
Alternative Power Systems, Inc by Stewart Somerville at 435-691-2020
A-Team Computer Services by Gary Allred at 435-313-0705
Big West Cleaning and Restoration by Jason Lindsey at 435-632-9187
Bliss Weddings & Rentals by Debbie at 435-632-1618
Brooks Window Design by Benita Brooks at 628-2768
Building Concepts of Southern Utah by Brent Andersen at 668-6300
Campbell’s 24/7 Sewer & Drain Services by Tom Campbell at 414-5350
Classy Lawn & Yard Care by Shane Waegerle at 862-7762
Clover Patch Quilt Shop by Jill Muhlestein at 435-986-9070
Choppers Yard Care by Brandon Pectol at 862-2089
Colour Salon & Boutique by Heather Bangerter at 801-602-6715
Cut & Dried Home Hair Salon by Madelyn Derrick at 652-8491
Delyn Norling Manual Therapist delynnorling.com at 668-7384
Desert Edge Montessori by Analee Talbot at 272-3711
Desert Grill (at Lightfoots) by Janet Medina at 435-359-3796
Dharma Wheels Cyclery & Dental Office by Jon Kolon at 435-615-6819
Dominos Pizza Delivery & Take Out by Randy Snow at 688-8885
Don’s Remodeling Handyman by Don Crothers at 688-2709
Doug’s Master Auto Care by Douglas Lefler at 673-6622
Dutchman’s/Cravings by Nick Frei at 628-8482
Eagle Creek Landscapes by Darrin Heinz at 627-8058
Fisher Lawn & Yard Care by Bart Fisher at 862-7457
Fusion Specialty Pharmacy by Koby Taylor R. Ph., Pharm D. at 435-703-9680
Garden Sprout by Lance Allred at 673-3839
Harmons Grocery Store 3520 Pioneer Parkway at 435-773-6200
Ivory Pet Care by Mary Ellen Call at 668-2433
Janet Morgan, Realtor by Janet Morgan at 435-669-6471
Kaili’s Restaurant by Herb & Wendy Basso at 435-216-9828
Kiwi Plumbing & Heating by Michael Puriri at 435-256-0114
Landscape Maintenance by Belmont Gardening at 628-2013
Lark’s Nest Baking by Lark Taylor at 669-5304
Learning Time for Little Minds Preschool by MaryAnn Bryner at 313-8182
Lightfoots Chevron , CBR Enterprises by Brad & Cindy Pollman 216-2789
Little Patch of Heaven Montessori Preschool by Janae Huntington at 632-9372
Los Alazanes Mexican Restaurant by Efrain Gomez at 435-673-3386
Mobile Notary Service by Jeri Sue Stewart at 619-2262
Moore N More Popcorn by Dianna Moore at 435-680-3820
Mr. Honey Do Service by Marshall Dick at 669-0870
Pest Control by Viking Pest Control at 435-272-4129
Photos by Richelle by Richelle Nelson at 632-5544
Red River Health & Wellness Chiropractic at 435-767-9355
Robert Austin Tile by Robert Austin at 435-272-4186
Rose Restoration by Michael Rose at 673-8006
RV/Business Storage by Bruce Belmont at 628-2013
Say it Your Way Custom Vinyl by Tara Howard at 435-632-7006
Shining Star Preschool by Trudy Carlson at 669-6461
Smarty Pants Preschool by Doree Sargent at 674-2305
Stitch-n-Stuff Embroidery by Tim & Angie McArthur at 435-673-4654
Strain Landscaping by Craig Strain at 668-9150
Super Star Preschool by Debra Gourley at 656-1647
Sweet Cakes by Karen by Karen Phillips at 435-668-2550
The Old Bodega Furniture/ Accessories by Greg & Carol Smith at 673-0656
The Granary at Santa Clara (restaurant) by Pat Johnson at 435-851-2031
The Knitting Post (knitting/yarn store) by Barbara Williams at 909-528-1488
Uncle & Auntie’s Gift Shop Vicki Lasswell 634-9416
V-Max Remodeling by Craig Mangus at 628-6000
Wilde Electric, Inc. by Terry Wilde at 632-7297
Parks Department News
Veteran’s Memorial: The City wishes to thank everyone for their generous donations to build the Veteran’s Memorial to be located at the Entrance of the Santa Clara Historic Cemetery. Currently we have $33,000 of the approximately $50,000 need-ed to pay for stonework, engraving, light fixtures, concrete, flags, and poles. Let us plan to celebrate our Santa Clara Veteran’s contributions to our Nations freedom on Thursday May 25, 2017. You may honor any Veteran that has served in the US Military and has lived or lives in Santa Clara. A Memorial rendering and donation forms are available at City Hall at 2603 Santa Clara Drive or on the City webpage www.sccity.org. For additional information, please call or email Brad Hays at 435-656-4690 ext. 221 or bhays@sccity.org.
Volunteers:
Braden Peacock completed his Eagle Scout project by repairing and painting the picnic tables and benches at the Canyon View Park fire pit area on the corner of Canyon View and Little League Drives. He also pulled weeds and provided a general cleanup of the corner of the Park.
Snow Canyon Middle School students provided service at Can-yon View Park by placing wood bark mulch to the bases of all the trees at Canyon View Park. They also placed wood chips in the area between the entrance drive way.
May 2017 Cemetery Clean Up
The Spring cemetery clean up will begin Monday May 1st. All flowers, decorations, shepherds hooks, and other ornaments should be removed from the cemetery before May 1st. Remaining flowers and decorations will be removed by city personnel, with the exception of fresh burials. Flowers and decorations can be returned to the cemetery on Friday May 5th. The spring clean up ensures the cemetery will be clean and beautiful for May Mother’s Day and Memorial Day remembrances.
H.E.A.T Program
The Home Energy Assistance Tar-get Program accepts applications to assist eligible households in need of help paying their home heating bills. This federally funded program is administered by the State of Utah. Payment amounts are based on income, energy use, and at-risk groups in the household. Residents who wish to apply for assistance should call 435-652-9643 to schedule an appointment. The H.E.A.T. office is located at 168 N. 100 E. Ste. 255, St. George, UT 84770.
Shop & Dine Locally This Spring
Springtime in Santa Clara is the perfect time to walk, shop and dine at home in Santa Clara. Our local merchants look forward to welcoming you to their shops and restaurants. They offer many goods and services including furniture, home & yard décor, fabrics & quilting classes, unique gift items, baked goods, delicious eateries and much more. Don’t forget Frei’s Fruit market opens Memorial weekend.
Santa Clara businesses provide many other services including our beautiful Harmons store, east entrance convenience stores, dental care, eye care, pharmacy ser-vices, auto repair, banking and more. Supporting our hometown businesses is important to our local economy and helps our local businesses grow and thrive.
Santa Clara City Contact Phone Numbers
SANTA CLARA CITY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE: Phone 673-6712, Fax 628-7338 (City Manager, Finance Officer, Recorder/Court Clerk, Treasurer/Utilities, Business Licenses, Dog Licenses, Cemetery, Banquet Hall Reservations, General Information)
SANTA CLARA CITY PUBLIC SERVICES: Phone 656-4690 X 213, Fax 879-5298 (Public Services: Streets, Sidewalks, Water, Sewer, Power)
SANTA CLARA CITY PARKS & TRAILS: Phone 656-4690 X 221, Fax 879-5298
SANTA CLARA CITY BUILDING DEPARTMENT AND PLANNING & ZONING-LAND USE AUTHORITY: Phone 656-4690 X 216, Fax 879-5298
SANTA CLARA CITY PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICE: 652-1122 or 673-6712 X 240
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH: 634-5730 (for any non-emergency call) EMERGENCY CALL: 911
SANTA CLARA CITY ANIMAL CONTROL: 435-634-5730 to dispatch Animal Control Officer. Animal Shelter: 628-1049
SANTA CLARA CITY AFTER HOURS: 673-6712 (CITY OFFICE OPEN MON-FRI 8:00AM—5:00PM; COURT MON-THUR 8 AM-3 PM, FRI 8-10 AM)
Follow us on: Facebook at facebook.com/SantaClaraUtah Instagram at Instagram.com/santaclarautah City Website at www.sccity.org
Santa Clara City Monthly Meeting Schedule
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAYS @ 5:00 P.M.
HERITAGE COMMISSION 3RD TUESDAY @ 5:00 P.M. QUARTERLY
PLANNING COMMISSION 2ND TUESDAY @ 6:00 P.M.
ECONOMIC DEV. COMMISSION 4TH TUESDAY @ 5:00 P.M.
TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE EVERY THURSDAY @ 8:00 A.M.
Blue Stakes of Utah
Please call Blue Stakes at least 48 hours before you begin any significant digging project. This will allow time for all utility companies to be notified to come locate and mark the utility lines on your property before digging be-gins. Be safe, call Blue Stakes first at 800-662-4111.
Mayor & City Council Contact Information
MAYOR RICK ROSENBERG: mayor@sccity.org
COUNCILMAN JERRY AMUNDSEN: jamundsen@hwlochner.com
COUNCILMAN HERB BASSO: hkbasso@hotmail.com
COUNCILWOMAN MARY JO HAFEN: mjhafen@infowest.com
COUNCILMAN KEN SIZEMORE kennethlsizemore@gmail.com
COUNCILMAN JARETT WAITE: jycej@hotmail.com
Samuel R Knight Santa Clara History Museum Hours
Tuesday: 1—4 PM and Saturday: 11 AM—2 PM. The museum located in the Town Hall basement. Email: santaclarahistorical@gmail.com.
Pet Corner
FRIENDS OF IVINS ANIMAL SHELTER; LINDA ELWELL , PRESIDENT
Our “Wish for the Month” is Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Puppy Chow and scoopable litter. This program was suggested by Sarah Atkin many years ago and has proven to be a very successful tool in helping to maintain a healthy diet for our homeless pets. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has participated in the past and is currently providing much needed items for the shelter. It takes everyone working together to make the “No Kill” municipal shelter possible.
Warm weather is here so please be very careful not to leave your pets in the car or outside for long periods of time. While the temperature outside may be cool to us, a locked car can turn into an oven very quickly. When pets are left outside please make sure they have a cool place to lay, shade and ample fresh water. We want everyone, including our family pets, to have a safe and happy spring followed by a fun filled summer.
FIAS is attempting to establish a spay/neuter fund with the Best Friends Clinic. If you would like to donate to this special cause please use the contact information below. Spay/neuter is the major expense of health care for the shelter. Even a small donation will help to support the home-less pets. Best Friends fee only covers costs related to the surgery and they assist us with our pets on a regular basis. They are truly our “best friend”.
Volunteers are always needed at the shelter. Stacey, Shelter Manager, is a great person and fun to work with. We know you would enjoy your time at the shelter and the homeless pets always appreciate long walks accompanied with lots of attention. Keeping the shelter spotless is a big job and the staff appreciates everyone who volunteers. The Ivins Animal Shelter & Adoption Center is a happy place because we almost “SAVE THEM ALL”! Please use Stacey’s contact information below for more information.
CONTACT INFORMATION: FIAS: 435-673-1718 or lindafias@msn.com
AmazonSmile: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/20-5845937
Friends of Ivins Animal Shelter Facebook Page or Petfinder.com
Stacey, Shelter Manager: 435-628-1049 or strujillo@ivins.com
Smokey
Smokey is a handsome boy. He is a Russian Blue approximately 4 years old. Smokey is very loveable and enjoys spending time on your lap. He loves to play with kids and would make a great family pet. However, Smokey would like to be the only cat in the home. Please open your heart and home to Smokey because he has been in the shelter a long time and would really like to find his new forever home as soon as possible. For more information contact the Ivins Animal Shelter & Adoption Center during business hours.
Misty
Misty is a mix between a Newfoundland and a Black Lab. As you can tell by her picture she does have medium length hair. She is a sweetheart. Misty has a great personality. She enjoys playing, going on walks and being with people. Misty would be considered a special needs dog because she loves to jump. She can clear a 6 foot fence with ease. Misty will need special protection when she is outdoors to ensure her safety because of the springs in her legs. She would make a fantastic family pet. Misty really wants to find her new forever home as soon as possible. Please open your heart and home to her today.