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August 2017
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5K Color Run &
Chalk It Up Festival
Benifitting JUST-A-BREAK Foundation
Barker Park Ampitheater EXPANSION
SUMMER FUN!
Let's Go
Hammocking
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Mayor's Message "In-House" Efforts Saving Tax Dollars!
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want to recognize the outstanding work of our city staff in handling an increasing number of projects “in-house” versus contracting them out. At a time when many other cities are raising taxes, this is a great way we are controlling costs and making the best use of tax dollars.
The efforts of our city employees are saving over $100,000!
Recently the need arose to finish an empty space that was planned for “future offices” in our Public Works building. Instead of hiring a contractor, our Public Works employees built the offices themselves, squeezing in the time in-between other projects and assignments. Similarly, our employees recently built the beautiful new volleyball courts at North Ogden Park, and are about to start on a remodel of City Hall and build a new Animal Shelter. Together, these efforts will save over $100,000 dollars of taxes. Likewise, we purchased a crack seal machine a few years ago for our roads, and we save tens of thousands of dollars each year versus contracting the work out. We are truly fortunate to have awesome employees who don’t say, “that’s not my job,” when an unusual assignment comes up, but rather who instead focus on filling their work days with productivity and innovation to serve the citizens of North Ogden. Thank you North Ogden City employees! Brent Taylor, Mayor of North Ogden
North Ogden and Pleasant View City Softball Teams on July 4th; North Ogden won the game 18-17!
Top-bottom: Public Works employees completed building office space. Public works employees crack seal roads, which helps expand the lifespan of our roads by keeping out water and ice.
Stay connected! The city's website has information on every department in the city and the Mayor's facebook page has fun updates on events and other local interest.
NorthOgdenMayorBrentTaylor www.northogdencity.com NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION //August 2017 3
table of contents AUGUST ISSUE
2017
CITY NEWS
25 Pets Sparky, Calli, Max & Loki
3 Mayor's Letter 6-8 City Updates 9 City Directory
BUSINESS 26 Business Spotlight The Cannery Center
CONTESTS 12 Monthly Contest and Winners
COMMUNITY 10 Calendar of Events 16 Announcements /Kids Free Classifieds 17 Students of the Month 21 Resident Spotlight Helping Fight Alzheimer's 22 Gatherings Celebrating Seniorhood 24 Youth Council Cherry Days Service
FOOD 28 Cake & Ice Cream Chocolate Zucchini Cake, No Churn Ice Cream
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HOME 31 Gina Gonzalez- PowerHouse Real Estate 33 Heiner's Insurance Center
OUTSIDE 34 Recreation Let's Go Hammocking
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28 On our Cover
Chalk It Up Festival page 11 CONTEST WINNER!
Barker Park Ampitheater Expansion page 18 Let's Go Hammocking page 34 Photo by Melissa Spelts
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The winner of our July contest for best "fish tale" goes to Emily Goddard!
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School is starting this month! Take advantage of the last days to relax and go hammocking. See page 34.
HELP YOUR COMMUNITY! • Join our team at the Walk to end Alzheimers
Parents, you need this, too!
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Go to Cruisin' For A Cause see pg. 33
EDITORS PAGE
LETTER
from the Editor
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can’t believe it is nearly over! The kids go back to school in just a few mere weeks. We love the summer and the fun we are able to have with our children and family. This summer we have had so much fun at Lake Powell, out fishing, hiking and at family get togethers. As the first day of school looms, Melissa and I are trying to decide what fun things we can squeeze in before this summer wraps up. Maybe some tubing on the Weber River, camping and of course more fishing. We loved hearing all of your Fish Stories; we heard some whoppers. Our winner, Carrie Goddard had an amazing story that you should look up on YouTube (Search: walleye emily goddard). Her first time fishing, first cast, 10 seconds in, two fish on one hook at Willard Bay. AMAZING! I need some of what she’s got.
Ryan & Melissa Spelts
This month we are featuring some awesome stories on the Heiner's Insurance Car Show, Bruce and Lee Ann Christensen, The Cannery Center (one of the oldest buildings in North Ogden) and our feature story details proposed plans for the new Barker Park Amphitheater, which is going to be awesome. We are also launching a photography contest which will be similar to our Art contest we did earlier this year. Please tell your friends and neighbors (North Ogden and Pleasant View residents only) to submit their best photos. This contest will be held completely on Facebook. Please go to www.facebook.com/connectionpub to enter and vote in this contest.
We sincerely appreciate all the support and feedback we get from you, our readers. We would love to hear more of your stories -please submit. We can help you write them if that part intimidates you, just call us and we will come interview you and get the details. Also keep mentioning to our advertisers that you read the magazine and support businesses that support our community magazine; it really helps.
PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTORS Melissa Spelts Brent Taylor John Reynolds Cameron Shirra Charlotte Secrist Paige Toll EDITING Carolyn White
Enjoy the remainder of the summer if that applies to you. I, for one, am particularly excited for peach season which is right around the corner. Happy August. Ryan Spelts Publisher & Owner
North Ogden & Pleasant View Connection are published monthly by Connection Publishing© www.connectionpub.com ryan@connectionpub.com (801)624-9652
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
City of North Ogden Updates Reminders for Dog Owners We would like to remind all residents that North Ogden prohibits dogs being unrestrained by a leash or fence when outside. Unrestrained dogs are at greater risk of being injured or killed, and also cause risks to pedestrians, motorists and other animals. Please keep your dogs restrained at all times. Dog owners are also required to clean up their dogs’ feces when they take their dogs for walks. Please be considerate of your neighbors. Keep your dogs from running at large, and clean up after them. North Ogden Animal Services regularly sees an increase in weather-related animal complaints during the summer months when the days are longer and the weather is warmer. Please do not keep your animals in a parked vehicle, even for a short time. Partially rolling the window down is not enough to prevent heat-related injuries or death to your pet. Dogs do not have the same cooling mechanisms as humans, so temperatures that can
Community Question Corner BY JON CALL, CITY ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATOR
Question: What information can solicitors leave on my doorstep or driveway? Answer: All individuals who are soliciting on behalf of a commercial business are required to obtain a solicitors license from the City or State. NOC 4-4-1. The exception to this rule is for charitable groups, including raising money for school approved programs. You may ask for solicitors to provide you with their credentials, which should include a license from the City or State. Please notify the City if they do not have a license or refuse to provide it. You may place “no trespassing” or “no solicitation” signs on your property line or porch to inform solicitors that you would not like to be approached for commercial sales. Currently, there are no rules regarding the distribution of newspapers, advertisements and other sales materials. In fact, several advertisers have filed lawsuits to allow them to continue to distribute their materials based upon protections under the freedom of speech. If you would not like to receive these items you need to contact the distributor directly and make it clear they need to take you off the distribution route. Most individuals will comply with reasonable requests; however, the City does not currently have a way to regulate these individuals. This recurring section of the magazine will be devoted to answering common questions by residents and businesses in our community. If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.
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be uncomfortable for us can be deadly to a dog. Also, before taking your dog for a walk in the heat of the day, touch the pavement with the back of your hand. If the pavement is too hot to comfortably touch with the back of your hand, it is too hot for your pet’s paws. You have shoes to protect your feet, your dog does not. Please help keep your furry family member safe and comfortable this summer by being especially mindful of the temperatures.
Recent Increase in Thefts North Ogden, along with much of Weber County, has experienced a recent increase in thefts. During the month of May alone, twenty six thefts were reported to the North Ogden Police Department. These include four stolen vehicles. In each of these four cases, the vehicle’s keys had either been left in the vehicle, in another unlocked vehicle on site, or were otherwise accessible to the thief. One stolen vehicle had also been left running. We also recovered four additional vehicles that had been stolen from other local jurisdictions. In addition to the stolen and recovered stolen vehicles, North Ogden had eight thefts from motor vehicles reported. In seven of these thefts, the vehicle was believed to have been left unlocked, and in many of the cases, including the one theft where a window was broken to gain access, a purse or other valuables had been left in plain sight in the vehicle(s). We encourage residents to secure their homes and other property. Often times, criminals will walk through a neighborhood and check for unsecured property or valuables that are left where they can be seen and that are easy to steal without drawing a lot of attention to themselves. If the property is secured and there is nothing visible to pique their interest, they will usually move on to easier, more lucrative targets. We also invite you to check your car doors and windows and check your garage doors. Look for purses, wallets, bicycles and other valuables left where a criminal can see them and then secure those items. Finally, if you see or hear something suspicious, contact the police immediately. The non-emergency dispatch number is 801-629-8221, and as always, for emergencies, call 9-1-1. North Ogden is a welcoming community, but let’s send a message to these criminals that they are not welcome here.
CITY NEWS
UPDATES
City Council Meetings
Employee of the Month
The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the first four Tuesdays of every month starting at 6pm. (Not held on the 5th Tuesday of the month, if applicable) Check www.northogdencity.com for changes.
Dave Smith
Dave Smith oversees the storm water department and has worked for the city for 20 years. He has trained his team very well, and because of this they are able to get many things accomplished. Dave’s team has a lot of responsibilities within Public Works, like maintaining all 53 detention basins, street sweeping, leaf collecting and many other duties. He has been working diligently to keep them in order. Dave is a great example to all the employees at Public Works and is a great asset to North Ogden City.
Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month.
Flood Zones
Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Gary Kerr, Building Official at 801-737-2214. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.
Questions, comments, accolades?
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Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see page 9 for department contacts.
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
Update on Washington Blvd/2600 N. Widening Project We will be teaming up with the Utah Department of Transportation to complete a $10.5 million project that will dramatically improve traffic flow and safety through our city’s most important and most heavilyused intersection. Nearly 40,000 cars travel through this intersection daily and that number continues to grow as private property owners exercise their rights as Americans to develop property throughout the city into additional homes. Whether we wish it or not, our city is growing rapidly. We are very sorry about the difficult choices we have to make to plan for this growth and for the negative effects they have on certain areas. We need to ensure that we have safe and adequate roads to handle the traffic as our city grows. Currently both 400/450 E. and 2600 N. have exceeded their recommended daily capacity of cars, and the problem gets worse every year. Hence, the need for this project. The details of the project and the exact scope are still being finalized with UDOT; however, we project that the following projects will be undertaken in 2019: •
Intersection Improvements: Installation of dual left turn lanes at the intersection itself, in order to facilitate more vehicles turning left; also increase the number of vehicles which can pass through intersection during each light cycle
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Widen 400/450 E (aka Washington Blvd.) to 5 Lanes: The widening will occur from 2650 N. to 2850 N., where Elberta Dr. and 2850 N. will be re-aligned to eliminate the current offset intersection. A future phase of the project will widen to 3100 N., which will follow a few years after 2019 (pending funding). No further widening is contemplated at the current time on 400/450 E., although the long-range master plan calls for widening to the future 4300 N.
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Widen 2600 N. to 5 Lanes: This widening will occur from Washington Blvd. to 475 E (City Hall/Library). The purpose of this project is to improve flow on 2600 N. through the commercial area on into the intersection. No further widening is contemplated at this time on 2600 N., although that road has long been planned to eventually be widened to 1050 E. in the city’s long-range transportation plan.
We will hold another Open House meeting in a few months to further update residents about the situation. We also welcome any questions or your concerns you have during the process.
Residents attend a meeting about the widening project
40,000 + Currently both 400/450 E. and 2600 N. have exceeded their recommended daily capacity of cars, and the problem gets worse every year.
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CITY NEWS
CITY DIRECTORY
Park Feature
Key Community Contacts Mayor: Brent Taylor - 801-513-6163 btaylor@nogden.org Council Members: Lynn Satterthwaite - 801-721-6521 lsatterthwaite@nogden.org Cheryl Stoker - 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson - 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Carl Turner - 801-737-0398 cturner@nogden.org Jim Urry - 801-668-1928 jurry@nogden.com City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning Director:
801-737-2220 Rob Scott - rscott@nogden.org
City Recorder/ H.R. Director: 801-737-9830 Annette Spendlove - aspend@nogden.org
Orton Park 2050 N 575 E
Spring and fall are the busiest time of year at this beautiful park as hundreds of kids play soccer here. Orton Park (also commonly called Green Acres Park) is located at 2050 N 575 E, just north of Green Acres Elementary. Most of the park is an active detention basin, and it is not uncommon to see people kayaking and paddle boarding when there are heavy rains or runoff. This park features a new restroom (2015 - R.A.M.P.), a playground, walking track, and a beautiful creek running under the bridge.
Building:
801-737-2213 Gary Kerr - gkerr@nogden.org
Police:
Business 801-782-7219 Dispatch 801-629-8221 Emergency 911 Chief Kevin Warren - kwarren@nogden.org Paul Rhoades - prhoades@nogden.org
Public Works Director: 801-782-8111 David Espinoza - despinoza@nogden.org Shelly Robison - srobison@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587 Tiffany Staheli - tstaheli@nogden.org Becca Godfrey - bgodfrey@nogden.org Jesse Felter - jfelter@nogden.org Nigil Bailey - nbailey@nogden.org City Admin./ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org Senior Center: 801-782-6211 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION //August 2017 9
COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Calendar of Events
Community and Senior Events for August August 18 NOJH - Back to School Night 2:00 PM 5:30 PM Bates Elementary - Back to School Night 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Weber - Football - American Fork @ Weber - 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
August 3 Bates Elementary - New Student Registration 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Senior Center - Chat & Chew at 5:30 PM August 5 Senior Center - Game Day at 10:00 AM Senior Center - Patio Picnic at 12:00 PM $2 donations - Bring your favorite dessert or salad August 7 Weber - Tryouts for Volleyball Senior Center - Computer Lab at 1:00 PM teacher is available to help with questions Senior Center - Cell phone help at 2:00 PM August 8 Senior Center - Blood Pressure at 11:00 AM Weber - Girls Soccer @ Woods Cross at 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM August 9 Orion - 7th Grade Registration - 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Senior Center - Foot Clinic by appt. at 10:00 AM Weber County Fair - Dancing with the Steers 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM August 10 Weber - Boys Golf @ Valley View 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM Weber County Fair - Dancing with the Steers 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM Senior Center - Free Legal Advice @ 4:00 PM Weber - Girls Soccer @ Mt. Crest 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Senior Center - Piano Gallery at 5:30 August 11 Weber County Fair - Dancing with the Steers 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM August 12 Weber County Fair - Dancing with the Steers 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM August 14 Weber - Boys Golf @ Hubbard 8 AM1:00 PM Senior Center - Computer Lab at 1:00 PM
August 21 Maria Montessori - First day of school - Early out at 1:00 PM Senior Center - Computer Lab at 1:00 PM teacher is available to help with questions NOE - Back to School Night 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM August 22 Weber - First day of School - Early Out at 12:15 PM Orion - First day of School - Early Out at 12:15 PM NOJH - First day of School - Early Out at 12:30 PM Maria Montessori - Early out at 1:00 PM Bates Elementary - First day of School Early out at 1:05 NOE - First day of School - Early out at 1:10 PM Majestic Elementary - First day of School - Early Out at 1:15 PM Orion - Football Tryouts - 12:30 PM 3:30 PM Orion - Softball Tryouts - 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM Weber - Girls Soccer @ Fremont at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
First Day of School is August 22nd! teacher is available to help with questions August 15 Weber - Senior Registration 8:00 AM 10:00 AM NOJH - 7th Grade Registration 8:00 AM9:00 AM NOJH - 8th Grade Registration 9:00 AM10:00 AM NOJH - 9th Grade Registration 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Weber - Girls Soccer - Bonneville @ Weber 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM August 16 Weber - Jr Registration 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Senior Center - Foot Clinic by appt. at 10:00 AM Weber - Sophomore Registration - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM August 17 Weber - Boys Golf @ Sun Hills - 8:00 AM1:00 PM Weber - Back to School Night - 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM Orion - 7th Grade / New Student Orientation at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Viewmont @ Weber 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis - Bear River @ Weber 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Senior Center - Phil Berger at 5:30 Orion - Back to School Night at 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Majestic Elementary - Back to School Night 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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August 23 Weber - Early Out at 12:15 PM Orion - Early Out at 12:15 PM NOJH - Early Out at 12:30 PM Maria Montessori - Early out at 1:00 PM Bates Elementary - Early Out at 1:05 PM Majestic Elementary - Early Out at 1:15 PM Senior Center - Blood Pressure at 4:00 PM Weber - Girls Tennis - Logan @ Weber at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Weber - Cross Country - Region Meet @ Weber at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM August 24 Weber - Early Out at 12:15 PM Orion - Early Out at 12:15 PM NOJH - Early Out at 12:30 PM
Maria Montessori - Early out at 1:00 PM Bates Elementary - Early Out at 1:05 PM Majestic Elementary - Early Out at 1:15 PM Weber - Girls Soccer @ Northridge at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis @ Clearfield at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Senior Center - Brent & Cindy Hales Family at 5:30 PM
at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis - Fremont @ Weber at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Weber - Volleyball - Box Elder @ Weber at 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 Wood Carving 9:00 Bridge 10:00 Line Dancing 12:15 Pinochle
August 30 Weber - Cross Country - Pre- Region Meet @ Layton High at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
August 25 Weber - Early Out - 12:15 PM Orion - Early Out at 12:15 PM NOJH - Early Out at 12:30 PM Maria Montessori - Early out at 1:00 PM Bates Elementary - Early Out at 1:05 PM Majestic Elementary - Early Out at 1:15 PM Weber - Football @ Roy at 7:00 PM 9:30 PM
August 31 Senior Center - Grief Class at 2:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis - Syracuse @ Weber at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Senior Center - Bingo at 5:30 PM Weber - Volleyball - Sky View @ Weber at 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 1:00 PM Center Opens 1:00 PM Tap Dancing 5:00 PM Dinner 5:30 PM Entertainment
August 28 Senior Center - Computer Lab at 1:00 PM teacher is available to help with questions August 29 NOE - First day of Kindergarten Majestic Elementary - First day of Kindergarten Weber - Boys Golf @ Davis Park at 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Syracuse @ Weber
Senior Center Activities Monday 8:30 Ceramics 10:00 Quilt Tying (as requested) 12:30 Pinochle 12:30 Canasta 1:00 Knitting & Crocheting 2:00 Tap Dancing
Tuesday 9:30 Art 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) 12:30 Mah Jong
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First Catch, First Cast, Two Fish Hooked by Emily Goddard It was at sunset on Willard Bay when 9 year old Carrie Goddard hooked two fish, ten seconds after her first cast to catch her first fish. She reeled in the two fish and was delighted to see a massive 6 pound 3 ounce Walleye and its smaller side kick. The latter wing man wasn’t too impressed with sharing the hook, and managed to wriggle free. It was an epic Daddy Daughter Date. (For those who need to know - her bait was a night crawler.)
Your best photos of all time. Photos will be voted upon by readers of North Ogden and Pleasant View Connection. This contest will run from today to September 15th. Winners to be announced in the October publication. We will have 45 days to vote on favorites.
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COMMUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Happy Birthday!
Camryn Spelts has finally turned 14!! The day she thought would never come. We love you Camr Girl and are so proud of the wonderful young woman you are growing to be. Happy Birthday.
Eagle Scout Project My name is Andy Bolingbroke, son of Jeff & Emilee. I am raising $1,800 to install 2 benches for my Eagle Scout Project at the South playground at Shady Lane Park. If you are interested in donating please contact me at bolingbrokean@wsdstudent. net. Thank you! Free!
Charity Fundraiser
HUGE Charity Yard Sale, Bake Sale, and Silent Auction. Benefits “Education for the Children” in Guatemala. On Sept 2, 9am-8pm at 193 E. Pleasant View Drive, North Ogden. Contact: brien@eftcusa.org
Kids Classifieds
Johnny Salsgiver 801-698-3666 Age 13, Super Sitter Babysitting. CPR and First Aid. Call for availability. Shyleigh Bryant 801-698-3666 Age 13, Super Sitter Babysitting. CPR and First Aid. Call for availability.
Hope Callister 801-695-5907 Let me care for your pet while you’re on vacation! Feeding, walking, and providing companionship. (I’m happy to water the plants, too.) 2 years experience. Age 14. References available upon request. Call or text.
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Students of the Month
COMMUNITY SCHOOL INFO
Every month we recognize students who have been selected at their schools by their teachers.
Koby Pack
Hayden Ouderkirk
Koby’s academic schedule is packed with rigorous courses, including several Honors classes. Just keeping up and doing well academically with this type of schedule would be worthy of praise in itself. However, on top of his challenging academic schedule, Koby is also a student body officer, an entrepreneur, and participates actively in both FBLA and DECA. In FBLA and DECA, he has attended several competitions where he has represented WHS very well. He has taken first place on multiple occasions and has even qualified for DECA Nationals this year. Naturally, in order to compete in these events, Koby has had to miss school. Koby is also an entrepreneur and started his very own business while still in junior high school. Despite being pulled in several different directions with his rigorous class schedule, his extracurricular activities, and his personal endeavors, Koby has never fallen behind in Biology class. In fact, Koby has taken a proactive approach and has always come in to speak with me before missing class in order to find out what he can do to stay on top of his schoolwork. Because of his hard work and dedication, Koby has consistently been one of the top students in Biology this year. I have no doubt that Koby Pack will be a success at whatever direction his life takes him. KimberLee Kelson, Biology Teacher
“Continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition” is the dictionary term that matches MMAJH’s Student of the Month Hayden Ouderkirk. Whether it is solving a math puzzle or climbing a rock, he doesn’t let anything stump him. Once he is committed to it, he pushes, works, and thinks about it until he has conquered it. In conversation, be prepared to bring your best game when engaging with Hayden because his wit is exceptional. He is easy-going, analytical and funny. A personality-trio that persists even in the face of new endeavors. After having developed exceptional skill in archery, rock climbing, chemistry, math, and science, Hayden has discovered a passion for Ultimate Frisbee. Hayden is extraordinarily evenkeeled yet drives all those around him to smile and laugh. A friendly enigma that that could only be answered by spending time with the creator and ending with a genuinely good friend. Persistence is not easy to maintain, but it’s part of Hayden’s natural calm.
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Brynn Cazier
Orion Junior High School Brynn just finished her 9th grade year at Orion Jr High. Her hobbies include dance, cheer and hanging out with friends and family. Her favorite classes at Orion are Math and English. Bynn currently has a 4.0 GPA and has a goal to continue to get a 4.0 throughout high school. She is a member of Weber High’s Drill team for the 2017-2018 school year. Her personal goal is to be kind to everyone. After she graduates from High School, Brynn is interested in becoming a pediatric nurse or going to cosmetology school. Brynn has been a great student and example to the students at Orion Jr. High and we know she will continue to do so at Weber High. With her outgoing and hardworking personality Brynn will be successful in whatever she chooses to do in life.
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Fiona Luu
North Ogden Junior High School Fiona Luu has many qualities that have made her my choice for Student of the Month. She is terrific to have in class and sets a good example for those around her. She comes to class each day prepared to learn and do her best. Fiona is courteous and kind to her fellow classmates and teachers. Fiona has a quiet, calm demeanor. When she makes comments in class, they are positive and helpful. Fiona is sometimes challenged by the concepts we cover in math, but she doesn’t get discouraged or give up. She accepts correction when needed and keeps working, giving her best effort to understand the new ideas. It is clear to me that she is always giving her best effort. She has learned that hard work pays off as is evidenced by her willingness to persevere even when things are difficult. Her diligent work ethic has paid off in a significant increase in her math understanding, especially this year. I have truly enjoyed watching Fiona grow and improve in her math skills and her overall academic skills. Fiona is a great model for other students to follow. I am honored to have her in my classroom. -DeLynn Holbrook
We are excited to announce new Student of the Month sponsorship. Intermountain Health is our first sponsor and we would like three more. Thank you! Each student will receive a $25 gift certificate as part of his/her reward. Students of the month are rewarded through the junior high and high schools in the area. Contact your school for information on how to qualify.
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Barker Park Amphitheater Expansion to Begin this Fall!
historical features such as the relocation of a fruit packing barn from 2600 North, and historical monuments to military members, early settlers, and Native Americans. The Committee recommended first expanding the Amphitheater and to significantly increase its usage after taxpayers invested so much to build it, and the City Council approved funds to begin this process. The vision for the Amphitheater is to host musicals, plays, symphonies, performing bands, etc., similar to the Ed Kenley Amphitheater in Layton. The North Ogden Amphitheater will be unique for its size and spectacular mountain views! Additionally, we would like to see the Amphitheater used as a beautiful venue for community events like dance recitals or musical performances.
BY MAYOR BRENT TAYLOR
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n 1999 Carl & Lorna and Ray & Fern Barker generously agreed to sell 60 acres of prime land at the corner of 2600 North and Fruitland Dr.—which could have easily been sold for subdivisions—to North Ogden City for a park. Visionary city leaders jumped at the opportunity and issued the second largest amount of bonds in city history to purchase the land. The city developed a small subdivision and “Barker Park,” which includes the beautiful bowl amphitheater which we use for fireworks on Independence Day.
Last year’s hugely-successful production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat showed the potential of this Amphitheater. Mark Daniels from Weber High who directed the play says: “In an age when most of our communication happens in front of a screen, I think that this gathering function of an amphitheater in North Ogden is, in and of itself, something that will be so exciting, beneficial and important to our community.” We have selected Method Studio as the architect for the Amphitheater expansion after a very competitive bid process, and we are already working on design options with the hopes of beginning construction this Fall. Method Studio is a talented firm with extensive experience, including designing the Draper City Amphitheater and the Grand Junction, CO Amphitheater. The Amphitheater project will not use bonds and will be built in phases through a combination of city funds and grants. Earlier this year we successfully obtained the largest R.A.M.P grant in city history toward the Amphitheater project: $320,000. We thank Weber R.A.M.P for their generous support and will try for additional grants as well.
"Together we can create a community gem in the heart of North Ogden! "
The plan was to develop the remaining 35 acres into more park, and that the Amphitheater would be utilized for performance and cultural events. Unfortunately the funding for future phases of the park never materialized, and the remaining acres have been used for agriculture while the beautiful amphitheater has been under-utilized, hosting only a handful of events over the past 18 years.
In 2015 city leaders undertook a new effort to complete Barker Park. A committee of city leaders, citizens, and Barker family members worked to develop a complete plan for the entire park , including a splash pad, high adventure playground, pickle ball & volleyball courts, and a ropes course. The plan also includes
We will also be undertaking a major community fund raising process to help pay for the Amphitheater project and the larger Barker Park expansion. It will take the support of citizens and businesses throughout the city to turn this vision into a reality. There will also be many opportunities for businesses and citizens to provide donations of time and materials to help construct various elements of this project. Together we can create a community gem in the heart of North Ogden!
Committee meeting to plan park
WHATS'S COMING!
FUTURE AMENTITIES
View the plan below to see all of the amenities including: Splash Pad • Lacrosse Field • Dog Park • Ropes Course • Communiity Gardens • Pickleball Courts • Treehouse • Sculpture Garden • Many more!
AMPITHEATER EXPANSION
A larger space can accommodate even more plays, concerts, and other community events like dance recitals and musical performances.
DID YOU KNOW? Once completed, the Amphitheater will be the largest in the county, and we look forward to hosting many more performances in the future!
Get Involved in the Process! This is a big project for our city and there are going to be several ways to participate. •OPEN HOUSE- We will be holding a special Open House event on Aug. 22nd at 6 PM in the Senior Center to present preliminary plans for the Amphitheater to the community and to gather feedback and input. Please join us and learn more about the project. You can also learn more about how you can be involved at: northogdencity.com • FUNDRAISERS- Funding for the expansion will take a city-wide effort with different opportunities to raise money and donate supplies. Stay tuned for more details.
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COMMUNITY
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT
Bruce and Lee Ann Christensen
Helping fight Alzheimer's BY RYAN SPELTS
GET INVOLVED
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WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S Join our team on August 26th! Connection Publishing has decided to form a walk team for our local walk. It costs nothing to be part of the walk so you can either join our team or create your own. Email ryan@ connectionpub. com for more info. We hope to see you there! REGISTRATION/ LOCATION Walk registration starts at 9am and the opening ceremony will be at 10:30. This year we will be starting the walk downtown at the 25th Street Ogden Amphitheater. Visit ALZ.ORG/ WALK for more info.
If you were a bank teller and a drugstore cowboy walked into your bank and left a note on the counter … what would you do? Lee Ann Christensen … married him! Long time residents Lee Ann and Bruce have been married for 22 years. They were both divorced and Bruce really did leave a note on the counter of this new tellers stall saying don’t open this until I leave. She was a little freaked out, worried that he could be a robber who had kidnapped her children to hold them ransom until she brought him the contents of her cash drawer. She didn’t even want to touch the note worried that she might disturb the incriminating finger prints. When she finally did open the paper, it was a cute pick-up note explaining that Bruce would like to get to know her better. Though she was a little freaked out, she eventually decided to meet him and the rest is beautiful history.
ALZHEIMERS IS THE ONLY ONE OF THE TOP TEN DEADLIEST DISEASES IN THE WORLD WITH NO CURE OR TREATMENT. When Lee Ann and Bruce got into the thick of things, they made a huge impact. The first year Weber and Davis counties were separated turned out to be a great year with our county walk raising $40,000. The great part is that the Alzheimers Association is one of the best run charities around operating on only 6% of their donations. Lee Ann and Bruce have been instrumental in making our walk one of the best in the state. This year’s walk on August 26th at 10am in downtown Ogden is slated to be even better.
They have lived in North Ogden for 12 years and both are retired. Bruce is an Air Force veteran who eventually became a professor at Weber State where he taught statistics for many years. Lee Ann wasn’t scared out of the banking business by her encounter with Bruce that day and worked at Key Bank for many years but eventually retired from the Ogden City School District administration offices.
When asked why they continue to donate countless hours and resources to the Alzheimers Association they both were quick to answer. Bruce said he loves getting to know the community members who also volunteer and give so generously of their time and money. Lee Ann said, she loves the opportunity to help people know of the resources that are available. She loves giving the business cards out to families and caregivers of those with Alzheimers or Dementia because it gives people access to the 800 number which is a 24/7 free resource for anyone involved in caring for those who are struggling with some version of this disease. In case you need the number, it is 1-800-2723900.
Bruce and Lee Ann were approached by a friend who asked them to get involved in the Walk to End Alzheimers charity association. Bruce felt he was too busy to take on the project but Lee Ann felt moved to help out. She remembers not knowing why she agreed to become the committee chair for the newly formed Weber County walk but she would soon find out. Within a few months, a long time friend whom she considered a second mom was diagnosed with this dreadful disease. She had visited her just prior and not understood the mean and confusing confrontation she had with her until after the diagnosis.
One of the coolest things about the Alzheimers Association is that they are the exact same purple as our own Weber Wildcats. It is a natural for Bruce to wear purple. We have really enjoyed getting to know the Christensens over the last few months. Join our team for the walk, info is on the left! CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // August 2017 21
COMMUNITY
GATHERINGS
This happy group celebrates seniorhood with each other over breakfast at McDonald's.
Celebrating Seniorhood BY JOHN W. REYNOLDS & CAMERON SHIRRA
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The affectionately mantra of "Geezers and Geezerettes" meet for breakfast at McDonalds. With a variety of past occupations and current hobbies, this group shares many a laugh and enjoy's each other's company.
any Senior Citizens enjoy a daily routine – morning walks, exercise, prayer, family activities, and hobbies. Some of us include a stop at The Golden Arches in North Ogden for breakfast where we meet friends, enjoy good food and share a laugh or two. It’s a sociable group that keeps up with each others’ life events and even finds time to “fix” a few worrisome problems that our political leaders have gotten us into as well as following current events and scores of athletic contests. We’ve affectionately acquired the mantra of “Geezers and Geezerettes”. The crew at McDonalds has learned to tolerate, even appreciate this regular gathering of seniors and in turn we’ve gotten to know and like them. We sit near the kids Play Place which is usually not busy early in the morning; often people will pause and say hello and chat for a minute.
of McDonalds’ employees who treat us as more than just customers. They make our celebration of Seniorhood more complete and a happy occasion; after all a “happy geezer’ is preferred to a grumpy one.
Diversity is prominent in the group: ages range from 50’s to 80’s, most are retired, their fields of endeavor range from cattleman to University professor, school bus driver to banker, as well as teachers, postal workers ,engineers and HAFB retirees. Hobbies include stained glass work to off-road trekker, porcelain doll maker and teaching youth to play drums. A few are LDS Temple workers while others enjoy camping, horseback riding and at least one is a world traveler. There is no litmus test to be part of our group but it does help to be “senior” in mind or spirit; anyone is welcome to join the conversation.
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COMMUNITY
YOUTH COUNCIL
Youth Council's Service at Cherry Days BY CHARLOTTE SECRIST
Cherry Days was a great success! For the City Youth Council, the Fourth of July was a day full of service and fun. We kept the tables clean at the Kiwanis breakfast, proudly walked the parade, and volunteered to help the festivities at North Ogden Park. Although the day was hot and long, our council enjoyed every minute of it as we had fun serving the community. Early the next morning, we cleaned up the remains of the fireworks to ensure that Barker Park and the surrounding area remains spotless. The Friday prior, we served the food at the Grand Marshall Dinner. Being able to serve our city as a youth council is a great opportunity because we learn how to become leaders in the community. We learn how to become united, and we appreciate the experiences we get from being a part of something bigger and better. To all the youth in the city, join us! We do a lot of volunteer work, but we make it enjoyable as we work together.
From being in the parade to serving food at the Grand Marshall Dinner and cleaning up the day after, the Youth Council is learning to become helpful leaders in the North Ogden community...and having fun along the way.
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COMMUNITY
PRECIOUS PETS -
SPARKY, CALLI, MAX AND LOKI
Two dogs, one cat and a Python makes for a full house! BY PAIGE TOLL
Sparky is a twelve year old Red-Merle Australian Shepherd. He doesn’t care for toys but he loves to play like a puppy. He wouldn’t hurt a fly and is a very loyal companion. When we are out swimming and go underwater, he watches and barks and howls as if trying to alarm someone that we went under. Calli is an eight year old Calico Manx. She is very loving and loves to be right by my side. If I’m on my phone not paying attention to her, she will lay right on top of my chest or paw at my leg and meow. My dad brought her home for me from the shelter about seven years ago. She is very spoiled now! She has over thirty-five cat toys, some of which I handmade and she gets Fancy Feast wet
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food and treats every day along with her dry food. She’s my little princess and she even comes camping with us. Yes, she has a pink, sparkly harness and leash, which she loves! Max is a six year old Mini Yorkshire Terrier. He is very sassy and most definitely has selective hearing! If he is asleep on your lap and you move, he will do a little growl, glare at you and move to someone else. He is very energetic and loves to chase Calli and play with Sparky, even when Sparky doesn’t want to play. Loki is a Ball Python snake who is a year and a half old. He is very loving and loves to be held. He also loves to “ball” up under his rock dome and sleep. He loves to explore and meet new people. He does get along with the other pets, especially Calli. I won’t let them touch each other but they have gotten near each other. Loki eats a live mouse every two weeks. He is about a foot and a half for right now but will grow to be about four to five feet long! They are all part of the family and we wouldn’t trade them for anything!
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BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT
The Cannery Center BY RYAN SPELTS
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n every community with a history as rich as ours, there are a few buildings that are able to stand the test of time. The Cannery Building in North Ogden was built in 1901. Originally a canning facility that involved canning crops from local farms like, sugar peas, green beans, apricots, peaches, pie cherries, tomatoes, catsup and many others.
Above: Walls going up in the newest renovation
We appreciate all the businesses in the Cannery and are happy to have them as part of our community and we are grateful that they have chosen to support our community magazine.
INFO Location: Cannery Center Address: 380 E. 2000 N. Phone: 801-782-8747 Hours: 10am-6pm Mon-Sat
James Enoch Randall, A. L Brewer and a number of neighbors united to organize a canning factory realizing the need for a better way to market and distribute the surplus fruits and vegetables the North Ogden farms produced. The North Ogden Canning Company was born and the company played a major role in the economic success of North Ogden. The gentle slopes of North Ogden were covered in farms and orchards which provided many families with their way of life. Farmers would bring their fruits and vegetables to the canning company for processing and shipping. By these means, the goods could reach customers far away from the bounty of North Ogden. (Fun Fact, James Randall’s wife is Naomi W. Randall the author of the famous LDS
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This historic building, built in 1901 as a canning facility, is newly renovated and home to several businesses. Hymn “I am a Child of God.”) The building operated as a cannery up until the late 60’s and then in 1970 it was purchased by Lloyd Searle. He ran his business, Lloyds Heating and Air, there for many years and rented space to a variety of businesses. Sharlene remembers the following and would love to have others share their memories so she can have a complete list of past businesses. Henry’s Auto, a ceramics studio, Heiners Dance Studio, an art gallery, Custom Accent Draperies, The Turning Post, there was a spook alley at one time, and a pizza place (Shar has an old menu wrapped around a can). In 1994 Lloyd sold his HVAC business and Shawn Maynard was hired as the manager. Shawn also managed more and more of the building as Lloyd grew towards retirement. “Knowing that the building was in desperate need of repairs, and could possibly fall victim to eminent domain and demolition, we made an offer to Lloyd to purchase the building.” said Maynard. In 2003 Shawn and his wife Sharlene started remodeling. The old auto repair bay was cleaned, resurfaced and turned into the largest hot tub showroom in Utah. Offices were built upstairs and the new Cannery Retail Center was
born. The Cannery Boutique opened in 2006 and Great Harvest Bread joined the same year. Lloyd passed away in 2011. Later that year his wife came to visit the building and had tears running down her cheeks because she was so pleased that the Maynard’s had been able to keep the building alive and part of our history. Outside renovations have included brick repairs and pergolas and in 2015 the roof was replaced and covered with solar panels. Shawn and Sharlene then started another round of remodeling and renovation inside. “So many businesses have been in and out of this space over the years, building addition after addition, until it became a maze,” Sharlene said. “We wanted to bring the Cannery all the way back to its former glory. With help from our son Terran, we have returned it to the original warehouse feel and added some contemporary styling that compliments the historic nature of the building.” The Cannery is home to Bullfrog Spas of Northern Utah; a factory outlet of the Utah based company and offers a complete line of hot tubs and swim spas. Bullfrog Spas® are premium hot tubs designed to provide a peaceful body, peaceful mind, and
BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT
So many businesses have been in and out of this space over the years, building addition after addition, until it became a maze. We wanted to bring the Cannery all the way back to its former glory. -Sharlene Maynard
THERE IS A VARIETY OF BUSINESSES IN THE CANNERY CENTER: Bullfrog Spas The Pet Chalet Great Harvest Bread The Cannery Boutique Rejuvenation Massage and Yoga Shine Beauty Hair and Nails Permanent Makeup Ogden Vintage Game Room Machines Auto Sales Gerald Dickson, Realtor Regeneration Health Rust Ridge Studios
peaceful home. Engineered with an ultra-efficient patented technology called the JetPak Therapy System™, this is the only hot tub that can be completely personalized to fit your unique body and lifestyle. The Cannery Boutique is home to a variety of unique items sold by local artisans, helping you find the perfect gift or item to make your house feel more like home. Featuring beautiful options in clothing and decorations. The Cannery also houses several other businesses. Outside is The Pet Chalet boarding and grooming and Great Harvest Bread. Inside you will find Rejuvenation Massage and Yoga, Shine Beauty Hair and Nails, Permanent Makeup Ogden, Vintage Game Room Machines, Auto Sales, Real Estate Agent Gerald Dickson and our newest addition, Regeneration Health. Rust Ridge Studios has also joined the Cannery family and their artistic touches can be seen in the new remodel. There are also a few new spaces available for lease.
Restorations have included the re-opening of two original skylights, flooding the main floor with natural light. The original brick has been exposed, and the main entrance has been opened up uncovering the Cannery’s old loading dock. Some of these restorations led to the re-emergence of details alluding to the historic building’s past. “As we were sanding the concrete in the main area, we found perfect blocks of circles etched into the concrete” Sharlene said. “I’m guessing that is where the cans stored and the acid from the tomatoes etched the concrete.” New renovations include added retail space for Bullfrog Spas, and a complete and beautiful remodel of the Cannery Boutique. The Cannery is open during renovations. Come see the new and improved building and support these great local businesses. A grand re-opening is also slated for September.
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FOOD
RECIPES
Classic combo
cake & ice cream CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE
by Melissa Spelts This recipe comes from my mother. My family has had quite a battle with sugar the past 10 years. My dad was diagnosed with brain cancer 18 years ago and three of my sisters and I have Candida (too much yeast in our bodies). With all that we had one thing in common-we could not eat sugar. If you know my family this was not a fun thing to hear. We LOVE sugar. We decided to find and figure out alternative sugar treats that we could eat. This is one of our favorites. I love to make this at the end of summer and into the fall because it is another way to use all the zucchini’s that over flow from my garden.
1/2 c. soft butter 1 c. oil (use your favorite, I use Olive Oil) 1 1/2 c. agave 2 pinches of powdered stevia 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 c. buttermilk or 1/2 c. milk and 1 tsp. vinegar 5 Tbsp. cocoa 2 1/2 c. flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt 2 c. finely shredded zucchini Break up a 60% dark chocolate bar and sprinkle on top of the cake and put in the oven to cook. Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes.
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EASY NO CHURN HOMEMADE ICE CREAM By Marjean Jolley
1 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk 2 cups whipping cream 1 tsp. vanilla
Guilt free!
This cake is sweetened with agave and Stevia and the fresh zucchini makes it moist.
This easy ice cream can be made quickly and flavored with fresh fruit.
Whip the cream to stiff peaks and add in 1 tsp. vanilla. Fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk. Freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm. **Add-ins may be added before freezing. Use fresh fruit, crushed cookies, candies and different flavored extracts and spices.
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HOME
HOME MATTERS
SENIOR HOUSING: PART 2
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enior Real Estate transitions have unique issues. Let’s assume you have a loved one in need of medical attention and you considering an assisted living situation, a nursing home, in home care, hospice or whether someone in the family should move in, or the loved one needs to move in with a family member. Your senior specialist can help you determine the best course of action.
Senior Real Estate Advisor
BEFORE selling your loved one’s home, make sure you have a realtor who does NOT want to sell the home immediately but wants to understand the entire situation. The job is to keep the person independently living in their home for as long as possible! Financial capability must be considered. Assisted living facilities are paid for with long term care insurance (LTCI), VA benefits or cash, which could be from a home sale. If there are no LTCI or VA benefits, then your loved one must pay out of pocket for assisted living, although sometimes Medicaid can cover this. A reverse mortgage could also be considered! If a doctor determines a nursing home is needed, Medicare Part A covers 100 days of "skilled nursing" care per times of illness/need, in Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities or through Medicare-certified home health/ hospice agencies. The guidelines are strict, so don’t count on medicare to cover everything. It doesn’t pay for care in a continuing care retirement
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community or in assisted living facility. Is the senior or spouse a veteran? The veteran does NOT have to go to a VA facility, and eligibility for “VA Aid and Attendance” benefits must be considered before selling the home! The home and car are NOT included as assets to determine eligibility, so do NOT sell the home before getting this benefit! In today’s market, equity in the sold home could be so large it could disqualify the person from benefits! What if there are no benefits? Is there cash for private pay, can a reverse mortgage help or does a home sale need to occur? If your loved one qualifies for Medicaid, the home could be sold, but in today’s market that could also make them ineligible for Medicaid! If you do NOT sell the home, then typically Medicaid will put a lien on the house for the amount of money spent on care. To deal with medicaid spend down issues, consult an elder law attorney. Many states allow lower income residents to use Medicaid waivers to pay for assisted living or in-home care, if services are at a lower cost. Each state has individual rules, regulations and eligibility requirements. All issues, including medical, need to be addressed before selling the home. The key is to sell at the RIGHT time to avoid losing benefits and to keep the person living independently at home for as long as possible!
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HOME
HOME MAT TERS
CRUISIN' FOR A CAUSE!
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by J. Shawn Heiner
Friday, August 4th 5:30 – 8:30 PM by Kirt’s Drive In BENEFITTING JUST-A-BREAK FOUNDATION
ome join Heiner’s Insurance Center and JUST-a-BREAK Foundation for an evening of free entertainment and fun. We welcome you, your family and friends to our second annual car show. Last year we had over 80 incredible cars and we anticipate over 100 this year. If it is anything like last year, we will have cars from Model A’s to Muscle Cars, Sports Cars Military Vehicles and hopefully some motorcycles. It’s a great chance to show your kids what you, your grandparents or maybe even what your great grandparents used to drive. You can even cast your vote for your favorite car. There will also be Polynesian dancing, so if you have never had the opportunity to participate in a Luau, here’s your chance. All proceeds from entry fees, booths, drawings and auction will be donated to the “Just a Break Foundation.” We encourage any donations to help this great foundation. You can donate at the event or visit their website at www.justabreak.org. If everyone donated just a dollar (we encourage you to donate what you can), it would bring a lot of joy to those who are suffering through cancer treatments and give them a day of fun and some time to forget their pain and struggles. We will be doing a live auction for a 1965 Dodge Cornett convertible donated by Woodworked II. It’s
currently receiving a brand new paint job being donated by New Vision, and a brand new “ragtop” courtesy of AAA Upholstery. There will also be a drawing for prizes donated by local business, including Carstar, Javier’s, Kirt’s, and Pizza Man! All proceeds from the auction and the drawing will be donated to the JUST-a-BREAK Foundation. As natives of North Ogden, Heiner’s Insurance Center often looks for ways to give back to the community. We are so grateful for your longtime support. It is because of you that we have been in business since 1948 and we hope to continue to serve you for many years to come.
There will be Model A's, muscle cars, sports, military vehicles & more!
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RECREATION
Let's go
HAMMOCKING!
BY RYAN SPELTS
Everyone knows what a hammock is, a great place to catch some z’s while out by the lake or camping, right? Today hammocks are more popular than ever before. If you have a teenager, you have probably heard of the phenomenon. Teens love going “hammocking.” Even the online marketers have caught on and have started targeting teens with Instagram ads featuring celebrity teens who like their products. In our area, high school and junior high students enjoy going “hammocking.” They take light weight backpacking style hammocks and go to the mountains or even just in the back yard and hang them up and relax while visiting and listening to music. The best spots are places where you can hang up several hammocks near to each other and relax. One of the top trends is to hang them up off of electrical towers. However; this is trespassing and can be dangerous so both police and Rocky Mountain Power have asked kids to avoid these areas and to keep their hammocking activity to hanging from trees. The crazy thing is they will even go hammocking in the winter. If it is cold or snowy outside they just bring a warm sleeping bag to wrap up in while hanging out. The great thing is hammocks are not very expensive. You can get a backpacking hammock starting at about $35 and they can range up to hundreds of dollars if you want all the fancy stuff, but seriously how complex can a hammock be?
I took a minute to ask my two teenagers about hammocking and here are their thoughts.
"It is a place where you can talk with your friends and not have to worry about other things like social media. It is very pretty. I like to go early or late because of the sun rises and sun sets. We like going up by big rock." -Camryn, 14
"It is fun to do it at night because you get to look up at the stars and lots of kids like to go overnight. Some student athletes will bring them to track events and hang them up under the bleachers so they can relax waiting for their next event. Many times someone will bring a bluetooth speaker so they can play music while hanging out." -Koby, 16
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