Syracuse Connection July 2023

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Lessons for Tomorrow from Yesterday’s Debates

It was actually July 2nd that the representatives of the 2nd Continental Congress voted for Independence. July 4th was the day they adopted the Declaration of Independence. They spent two days working out the details of what would become a founding document for a new nation. It shouldn’t be a surprise that we continue to debate, modify, change, and revise laws, codes, and resolutions at every level of government. For some, that is too slow; others see it as too fast. For some, it is too fluid while for others it may be too rigid. The independence we celebrate is limited government trying to find optimal solutions for challenges that simply won’t please everyone. Our governing ideals rely heavily on imperfect people trying to find the best possible compromise.

Recall that early disgruntled colonists were upset at the high cost of what today would be very minuscule taxes. Today we seem to have a complete paradox between citizens being anchored in a distaste for taxes, and some level of entitlement to the extensive services we expect our government to provide. How would these inspired minds look at us 247 years later?

Those taxes always seem to be offensive when it provides something one thinks is optional but are the only means to provide things we could never provide individually. Our collective necessities are only affordable when common taxes share the cost of infrastructure and other shared services. Imagine the crazy cost of every home supplying its own water line from a reservoir or its own sewer treatment facility. Even without the controversy that we need fresh water in our homes, we may still debate how we come to a solution. Similar debates have occurred at every level of government since we argued over the inclusion or exclusion of single words in the Declaration of Independence we celebrate. In college, I studied deep into the philosophies of some of these icons of our country’s independence. I continue to marvel how men of such different opinions formed such deep friendships and held each other in such high regard, even during fierce debates with fiercer counterpoints. Adams and Jefferson were the 2nd and 3rd Presidents of this Nation, respectively, and were fundamentally polar opposites on many governing ideologies. When they agreed on a desired result, they almost assuredly disagreed on the means to reach it. They continued to write to each other, maintaining their close friendship and debates out of the office until they passed mere hours apart on July 4th, 1826.

As we celebrate this season, keep in mind there have always been a variety of ideas for what creates the best place to live freely. There are even more thoughts on how we could best arrive at the same ideals. My challenge for you is to remember that it is less the result that divides us, but more the means to attain those results. We are governing into the future, and we need to recall the old words of Benjamin Franklin, “Look before, or you’ll find yourself behind.” That focus ahead served them well in 1776 and will continue to serve us now. Find harmony of goal, even if you debate the path.

Mayor Dave Maughan

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City of Syracuse

Our City Council at Work

The City Council held its regular business meeting on June 13, 2023. Here are some of the significant actions taken at the meeting:

• Appointed Neil Garner, Dallas Johnson, and James King to the Syracuse City Planning Commission.

• Adopted the Davis County certified property tax rate. There will be no increase in city property taxes for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adopted the 2023-2024 fiscal year city budget, RDA budget, MBA budget, consolidated fee schedule, wage scale, and retirement systems rates.

• Renewed the Publication Agreement with Connection Publishing for a five-year term to produce the Syracuse Connection Magazine.

• Approved the Inter-local Cooperation Agreement with Davis County for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) through 2026.

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Syracuse Innovation Center Renovation

The former O’Reilly Auto Parts store located in the Syracuse Town Center is being converted into the Davis School District Syracuse Innovation Center. Serving Syracuse Junior High (SJH) students, classes will have an emphasis on engineering and computer science. The space will also highlight robotics and house the award-winning VEX Robotics program.

The new SJH Principal Brad Chapple shared, “Syracuse Junior is excited to have this new space to help our students prepare

• Authorized the execution of an agreement for culinary water service outside city limits at 3849 W. 2700 S.

• Approved the execution of an annexation agreement of property located at 2761 S. 3000 W. pending amendments.

• Amended the Syracuse City Zoning Map from General Commercial to Neighborhood Services for the property located at 1472 W. 300 S.

BE A PART OF MEETINGS

The next regularly scheduled City Council meetings are to be held at City Hall on July 11, 2023, and July 25, 2023, at 6 p.m. Residents may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch online via YouTube. Stay informed about City Council meetings and agendas by subscribing to the City’s Notify Me list here: https://syracuseut.gov/list.aspx.

for the global market. The Syracuse Innovation Center will help SJH continue to place a big emphasis on engineering and technology.”

Construction should wrap up in December 2023. We look forward to having this great opportunity for junior high students in Syracuse.

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Employee Spotlight

Detective Nathan Brown

Detective Nathan Brown is the Police Department Employee of the Year, and we are lucky to have him!

Currently serving as a Detective in the Investigations Division, Nathan Brown has worked for the Syracuse Police Department since 2014. Over the last eight years, he has also worked as a patrol officer and a Syracuse High School Resource Officer. Detective Brown has served on the U.S. Marshal's Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team for three years and is currently assigned as one of the department's firearm instructors. A Syracuse native, Detective Brown has always wanted to serve his hometown and emphasizes Community Oriented Policing. In his free time, Detective Brown enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, family vacations to Disneyland, and being outside playing with water balloons and jumping on the trampoline.

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Sparks In the Sky Fireworks & Fire Safety

Gathering family and friends to enjoy a night of sparks in the sky is often the highlight of the July holidays. Fireworks are amazing and fun; however, each year there are approximately 18,500 fires and 9,000 people injured from fireworks. Head injuries, burns, amputations, fractures, and loss of hearing and vision are common. Firefighters love fighting fire and emergency departments love taking care of injured patients, but we would rather you all enjoy making good memories that don’t involve pain, loss, and fear. As we prepare for fireworks season, a useful term I like to use is situational awareness. Situational awareness is understanding an environment, its elements, and other factors that help us make good decisions. As you prepare for hosting or viewing amateur fireworks shows, please be prepared, make good decisions, and follow these Safety Tips that may keep you from getting injured or starting a fire:

• Avoid launching fireworks in busy streets, near agriculture fields, or commercial businesses.

• Use 2-4 cinder blocks to maintain the fireworks in an upright position.

• Use an instant-on torch or butane cooking torch for igniting fireworks.

• Close all doors to your house, including your garage door.

• Do not park vehicles on dry grass.

• Never allow young children to handle fireworks.

• Older children should use them only under close adult supervision.

• Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol.

• Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear.

• Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands.

• Never light them indoors.

• Only use them away from people, houses, and flammable materials.

• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.

• Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting.

• Never ignite devices in a container.

• Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks.

• Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding them.

• Keep a water hose and a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off, or in case of fire.

• Never use illegal fireworks.

References:

NFPA: nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Fireworks

NEC: nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/seasonal-safety/summer-safety/fireworks

Marks Pro Talk Safety: marksfireworks.com/pro-talk-safety

UTAH STATE 2023 FIREWORKS Discharge Dates & Times

Class “C” fireworks may be discharged between the hours of 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. except as noted:

July 2nd – July 5th

July 4th hours extended to midnight

July 22nd – July 25th

July 24th hours extended to midnight

December 31st– January 1st

December 31st hours extended to 1 a.m. on January 1st

Chinese New Year’s Eve

11 a.m. – 1 a.m. the following day

Have Fun & Be Safe!!

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Syracuse City Arts Council

“Oh, The Thinks You Can Think…” when you think about joining the best team in town! The Arts Council is seeking volunteers for our “Seussical, Jr.” production team. Auditions will be in August. Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Performances will be November 2-4. Please send your letter of interest and a brief resume to info@syracuseutaharts.org.

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Syracuse City PUBLIC WORKS UPDATES

PUBLIC HEALTH SAFETY NOTICE:

A sprinkler system connected to culinary water is extremely dangerous to public health and is illegal. If this occurs, the entire secondary water system will be shut off to Syracuse City. Violators will be prosecuted. If you suspect a cross-connection or are uncertain and would like a free inspection, call Public Works or submit an online fix-it request.

CLEAN STORMWATER is important to our ecosystem. When washing vehicles, use a car wash or park your vehicles on the lawn when washing the vehicle so the dirty water can filter into the ground. Keep all fluids and spills contained and wiped up. Do not wash any debris down the driveway into the gutters and streets.

TREES must be pruned to 7 feet over a sidewalk and 11 feet over the street. Clearances for driver visibility must be maintained for street signs and lights. Plant new trees away from sidewalks to allow roots to grow without heaving the sidewalk and gutters. Keep trees away from street corners to allow visibility. Keep them away from your sewer pipe where roots could create blockages. City code 10.30.070 is a great resource for trees in our city.

Beautiful Yard Award

Do you have a beautiful yard or know someone who does?

We are starting the “Beautiful Yard Award.” With this new program, we are hoping you help the city identify residents who take special care in maintaining their landscaping and homes.

We want to show pride in our community and give back to those of you who work extremely hard to maintain your landscaping. Without our resident’s hard work, the city would not have exceptional, safe, and clean neighborhoods.

Residents of selected yards will receive an award and have a photograph (if they choose) featured in the Syracuse Connection magazine. Please nominate those around your neighborhood who you believe have made exceptional efforts to impact their neighborhood. Beautiful yards make neighborhoods that are more attractive and vibrant. Please keep in mind not every nomination will be placed in the magazine and the program runs from May through August.

Syracuse Code Enforcement is not just about issuing notices and citations. We will be contacting nominees and recognizing residents for their great work! It is easy to nominate a neighbor or yourself, all you need to do is submit the simple nomination form for Syracuse Code Enforcement to review. Help us award those who have worked hard to maintain their landscaping.

Thank you for your commitment to the city and for maintaining a beautiful yard!

Have you noticed someone who has gone above and beyond to improve their yard, please nominate them.

tinyurl.com/Beautiful-Yard-Award

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Lots of fun programs to join!

Parks & Recreation Department

Adult Fitness

Move your body with one of our fitness classes. FIRST ONE IS FREE!

Jr. Jazz Basketball Registration

1st Session Registration: July 31- September 24

Divisions

• Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in kindergarten)

• 1st grade boys

• 2nd grade boys

• 1st/2nd grade girls

• 3rd/4th grade girls

• 5th/6th grade girls

• 7th- 9th grade girls

• 10th-12th grade girls

*Leagues will tentatively begin at the end of October and run until mid-December.

2nd Session Registration

July 31 – October 30

Divisions

• 3rd grade boys

• 4th grade boys

• 5th grade boys

• 6th grade boys

• 7th grade boys

• 8th grade boys,

• 9th grade boys

• 10th-12th grade boys

*Leagues will tentatively begin midDecember and run until March.

**Teams for Itty Bitty and 1st/2nd grade will be organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. Grades 3rd-8th, and 7-9th grade girls, will be organized through drafts.

**9th-12th grade boys and 10th-12th grade girls must register as a team.

For more detailed information and registration on these and other programs visit www.syracuseut.gov

HIGH FITNESS

Thur., 9 a.m.

First class free

$5 drop-in

10-time punch pass $30

STEP IT UP!

Mon. & Fri., 9 a.m.

First class free | $3 drop-in

10-time punch pass $20

Work your heart, muscles, and mind in this fun, energetic workout! All skill levels are welcome; we offer low and highintensity options for you to choose from.

PUMP IT UP!

Tues., 9 a.m.

First class free | $3 drop-in

10-time punch pass $20

Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. We provide hand weights and exercise balls, you just need to bring your own exercise mat. All skill levels are welcome. We suggest different options, so you can work at your own pace.

SENIOR CITIZEN YOGA

Tues & Thurs., 8 a.m. Available for anyone aged 50+/$1.00 or 60+/$0.50

(FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center)

This class teaches movements to strengthen muscles, improve balance, and help increase mobility for people who are challenged by arthritis, or the stiffness that comes with age and/or injury.

Find more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes

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Syracuse City Information

City Recorder Official Notice Municipal General Election

Key Community Contacts

MAYOR

CANDIDATES

Notice is given that upon the expiration of the period for filing a declaration of candidacy for the 2023 Election, the following individuals have declared candidacy for the position of City Council and will appear on the 2023 General Election Ballot.

Drake Mailes Paul Watson

Julie Robertson Brett D. Cragun

Fix-It Requests

We appreciate our citizens who help the city to be aware of issues needing addressed such as road repairs, street light/ sign repair, park maintenance, water problems (culinary & secondary), garbage can pickup, code ordinance enforcement, and employee feedback. The city website is a great tool for providing notifications. The Fix-it Request link can be found on our home page by clicking on the REPORT A CONCERN icon.

Green Waste Recycling

Green waste recycling is a voluntary program for curbside collection of green yard waste. The charge for green waste is $7.43 monthly and can be added to your utility bill by calling the utilities department at 801-825-1477, option 2.

Our green waste season began on April 1, 2023, and continues through November 30, 2023. Green waste is collected on the same day as your regular garbage day by a truck designated for green waste.

Passport Applications

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 2030 minutes per application. Passport acceptance services are by appointment only. Please call 801-825-1477 to schedule. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found at travel.state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State. More info at syracuseut.gov/158/passports

Dave Maughan: 801-927-7752 dmaughan@syracuseut.gov

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.gov

Jennifer Carver: 801-430-8844 jcarver@syracuseut.gov

Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.gov

Seth Teague: 951-515-6423 steague@syracuseut.gov

Paul Watson: 801-750-4059 pwatson@syracuseut.gov

SYRACUSE SERVICES

City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org

City Hall: 801-825-1477

1979 W. 1900 S.

Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Closed Holidays

City Museum: 801-614-9674

Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 2-5 p.m.

Community Center: 801-614-9660

1912 W. 1900 S.

Summer hours: Monday–Thursday, 6 a.m.- 8 p.m. Friday, 6 a.m.- 8 p.m. | Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fire Station: 801-614-9614

1869 S. 3000 W.

Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 801-825-1752

Lions Club: 801-719-1804

Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all)

Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660

1912 W. 1900 S. parksandrecreation@syracuseut.gov

Police Station: 801-825-4400

1751 S. 2000 W.

Post Office: 801-614-9677

(Inside City Hall)

Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235

3061 S. 2400 W.

Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2

Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects: Lesley Draper 801-614-9655

ldraper@syracuseut.gov

Youth Council: 801-643-8996

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BECOME A CALENDAR OF

EVENTS SPONSOR

Contact Danielle Arana 801-395-4640

SENIOR EVENTS

Syracuse Community Center

1912 W 1900 S Syracuse, UT Call (801) 614-9660 #1 to register

July 18: THINK TUESDAY

Play Mexican Train, Three to Kings, Tri-Ominos, Nada, and Yahtzee. Bring your favorite game. FREE 10 a.m.

July 12: Monthly Movie: Whitney

Houston-I Wanna Dance With Somebody

Call to sign up in advance. 1 p.m.

July 18: Book Club (Contact Judy Price (801) 549-7210) Syracuse Library 2 p.m.

July 26: Seniors Lunch & Bingo (Hot dog with Mac n Cheese. RSVP by 12 noon July 18) 12 p.m.

Monthly Bus Trip is cancelled for July

SENIOR YOGA

FREE with Syracuse Community

Membership $0.50 for age 50+ $1 for 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 a.m.

PICKLEBALL

FREE with Syracuse Community Membership Adults $2 Seniors $0.50 Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. - Noon

JULY EVENTS

FUN THINGS TO DO

Clearfield Community Concert Band Rehearsals Tues. 7 p.m. Email (clearfieldcommunityband@gmail.com) Jazz Band every other Thurs. 8:30 p.m.

Clearfield Community Choir

Rehearsals Call (801) 525-2779 for more info. Everyone welcome, ages 15+ Wednesdays 7:15 p.m.

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: RAMP Hill Aerospace Museum FREE 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

July 5, 12, 19, 26: Roy Community Farmers Market 4059 S 1900 W 5 p.m.

July 8: Antelope Island Junior Ranger Program (Contact tackley@utah.gov) Owls, What’s on the Menu? Free program, regular park entry fees apply. Antelope Island State Park 1 p.m.

July 15: South Weber Model Railroad Club FREE Hitch a ride on a 1 ½” scale model train! Canyon Meadows Park, South Weber 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

July 19: Cops & Dogs Syracuse Police Department will be grilling free hot dogs for National Hot Dog Day! Syracuse Island Splash Pad 12 p.m.

DAVIS COUNTY LIBRARY – Syracuse Branch

1875 S 2000 W Syracuse, UT • (801) 451-1850

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

Tuesdays: Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Virtual Story Time 10:30 a.m. (sign up for a link at https://bit.ly/3qftb65)

ACTIVITIES

July 6: After Words Book Club

The Maid by Nita Prose (Adults/teens) 7 p.m.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM

July 5: Act it Out 3 p.m.

July 10: Sensational Science 6:30 p.m.

July 12: Community Helpers 3 p.m.

July 17: HawkWatch 6:30 p.m.

July 19: Games of the World 6:30 p.m.

July 31: Park Pick-Up and Popsicles 10 a.m.

July 22: UMFA in the Wild – Fantastical Landscapes Create unique drawings of objects in the landscape. Free program, regular park entry fees apply.

Antelope Island State Park 10 a.m.

FREE FRIDAY FILM SERIES

Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

July 7: Sleepless in Seattle (PG)

July 14: The Muppet Christmas Carol (G)

July 21: Devotion (PG-13)

July 28: The Little Rascals (PG)

FREE SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES

Kenley Amphitheater 7 p.m.

July 9: Clayton Smalley has a highenergy show featuring traditional, current, and original county music.

July 16: Basin and Grange

Traditional Bluegrass

July 23: Vocalocity, a contemporary acappella group covers popular songs from various musical genres and eras.

July 30: Guy Richey Gibbons is a mix of Harry Styles, Ben Rector, Elton John, and Ben Folds.

All Library Events are FREE

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM

July 6: Pick up and Make a Positivity Magnet

July 12: Spa-Di-Da 6:30 p.m.

July 20: Make & Take Pocket Hugs Kit

July 26: Grand Painting 6:30 p.m.

Scan QR Code for a full calendar of events

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North Davis Communities that Care–Family Protection

All families have their own strengths and face unique challenges. When life gets hard, or we are under stress, it may take a little extra help to get through our daily tasks. Parents can practice protective factors to help support their family unit by tapping into their strengths and resources when life gets hard. With children out of school and families trying to balance summer routines and schedules, we all need a little reminder

that parenting is about learning and adjusting. Here are three things parents can practice this summer to build protection around their children: Family is one of the biggest areas of protection for children that can result in healthy and happy adults in the future. Building on these strengths is a proven way to keep a family strong and improve a child’s well-being.

Protective Factor/Definition Example Activity

Nurture & Attachment

Families show how much they love each other.

Parental Resilience

A parent recognizes they are under stress and are able to bounce back from challenges.

Social & Emotional Support for Children

A child knows they are loved, feels they belong, and is kind to others.

• Take time every day to connect with your child—a hug, a smile, a meal, or a few minutes of talking and listening.

• Find ways to connect with your child while completing everyday tasks such as cooking, grocery shopping, or driving in the car.

• Surround yourself with people who support you and make you feel good about yourself as a parent.

• Take quiet time to re-energize—take a bath, drink a cup of tea, or go for a walk.

• Talk with your child about how important feelings are.

• Provide regular routines, especially for young children. Make sure other caregivers are aware of routines around mealtime, naps, and bedtime.

Syracuse High Boys’ Soccer Wins 2023 State Championship

The Syracuse High School boys’ soccer team made a Cinderella run through the state tournament this past May to end up as State Champions! The Titans, who were pegged as preseason favorites in the 6A (largest) classification in February, struggled in the middle of the season back in April. A 4-game losing streak secured their spot as the #12 seed in the state tournament. Then the Titans got hot! In the opening round, they defeated Layton 2-0 at home. Then the road trips began. They went on the road and defeated the #5, #4, #1, and #6 seeds in their march for the state title, defeating Roy, Farmington, Lone Peak, and Skyridge. Highlights from their bracketbusting run included a 6-5 pk shootout victory over the Phoenix after a tough 0-0 game. In the semi-finals the Titans manhandled nationally ranked, undefeated, and the #1 team in the state, Lone Peak, by a score of 4-1. Senior Jack Cook had another hat trick (3 goals) in that game to lead the Titans to their first State Title appearance.

In the championship game, it was a quiet, scoreless, and rainy first half against the Skyridge Falcons. Halftime felt a bit longer than usual, as after two minutes of play in the second half a lightning delay sent both teams to the locker rooms for 30 minutes. The Titans did anything but talk soccer. They played games, laughed, and ate snacks. Two minutes prior to reentering the field for play, Coach Taylor Allen covered the game plan to press the Falcons, and press they did. Within 40 seconds of play resuming the Titans broke the scoreless

tie with a header off junior Easton Cragun. Only 19 seconds later, senior Ryker Smith, finished the scoring for a 2-0 win.

The win capped the first championship in Syracuse Boys Soccer history, a program previously that struggled to make the playoffs 6+ years ago. It rewards Syracuse High School with their fifth state title overall (Boys Golf, Girls Basketball twice, Boys Track, and Boys Soccer), and sends Coach Taylor Allen off the field with a win in his last game as a coach. Mr. Allen has accepted a job in Administration for the coming school year. The community was in full force at Rio Tinto packing the stands in all white, helping the Titans to victory. Congratulations to the Syracuse High School boys’ soccer team on winning the State Championship!

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Soccer Team photo courtesy of Jim Hansen

in BUSINESS Women

When asked about their career choices, each of the women I reached out to for this year’s Women in Business feature said it came down to their desire to connect with others. Each is dynamic, intuitive, and creative in her career. What sets each apart is the ability to meet people wherever they are in their lives–whether running a well-loved business while building and giving back to the community or teaching, speaking and serving families in need. It was a great privilege and an inspiration to learn about each nominee, and I hope their stories inspire you too.

As a detective for Syracuse Police Department, Erin Behm wants to encourage any woman who’s thinking about a career in law enforcement to follow through with that goal.

“As women, we bring skills to the table that are so necessary in a tough and complicated field.”

As an investigator, Erin handles mainly sex abuse crimes against kids. She interviews young victims, working closely with (DCFS) the Utah Dept. of Child & Family Services to make sure the children are not only protected and removed from dangerous situations, but that each child has the resources they need to recover and go on to lead happy, productive lives. Some of the qualities that are natural strengths for her, like compassion, patience, and multi-tasking, are a critical part of her job.

Fueled by a passion for leadership and a deep appreciation for connecting people to needed resources, Amanda Tullis often feels energized by her career.

“In the small business world, there’s something exhilarating about identifying the gap between where we are and where we could be, and creating a service or a product that helps fill that gap.”

Amanda and her team oversee business resource centers in Davis and Morgan counties. Her role often involves connecting business owners with resources they didn’t know existed. She attributes her own achievements, as well as those of her clients, to the belief in oneself despite perceived limitations.

“Within everyone lies the seeds of greatness. We must water them, believe in them, and watch them flourish!”

As co-owner of ReJuvU Day Spa, Shannon Bass often finds her days filled with administrative tasks. But she makes time for interactions with guests because it’s the relationships that keep her inspired.

“It’s important to me that our guests trust us, to know that we care about them as people and not just as clients.”

Working as the director for a beauty school, Shannon felt drawn toward the beauty industry and decided she wanted to open her own spa.

She and her husband, Dr. Clay Bass, opened ReJuvU in 2019, offering both preventative and corrective treatments such as chemical peels, laser hair and tattoo removal, dermal fillers, Botox, and more.

“It isn’t about vanity. It’s about how people feel. When people feel good, it helps them become their best possible selves, inside and out.”

ERIN BEHM Detective Syracuse Police Department AMANDA TULLIS AVP of Business and Economic Development Davis Technical College SHANNON BASS Owner ReJuvU Day Spa
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MMichelle Giacoletto has worked for Ovation Homes for four years. She is a key team-member responsible for handling accounting, accounts payable, payroll, bonds, taxes and much more.

Herfocus and attention to detail are vital to the function of this fast-growing company. And she shares a close bond with her fellow team members. “I feel like I found my second family working here,” Michelle says.

During her time with the Ovation family, Michelle has played a vital role in developing company systems, facilitating growth, overseeing the internal processes, and managing collaboration between organizations. Land acquisition and building is a complex process, and Michelle helps keep all the moving parts working together. Ovation Homes has grown rapidly in our area. For over twenty years now, they have specialized in providing single-level floor plans that can be personalized to the needs and tastes of homeowners. “We create homes that allow residents to enjoy the lifestyle they’re looking for,” Michelle says, “every detail of our work goes toward that goal.” Working with numbers comes natural to Michelle, who has always loved math. She loves to figure things out and find solutions to intricate problems. With her background in math and analytics, she runs the financial systems and internal processes that help them continue to grow and serve their customers.

“I worked for another company for many years, and I was ready for a change,” Michelle says. “My network of business connections

helped me so much as I advanced in my career. The people working around me, who recognized my abilities and helped me gain more education and skills, were a tremendous support. They helped me move forward, and I’m very grateful to be where I am now. We all need a network. As working women, our friends and coworkers are important.” Her advice to others considering accounting as a career: “Make sure you enjoy a challenge. Accuracy is very important to me and to my company.” While much of Michelle’s work happens behind the scenes, Ovation Homes wouldn’t be able to run smoothly without her. “I’m excited to see what comes next. I love being part of the growth happening now.”

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Madison Woods Russon Mortuary

Her passion to become a mortician springs from a longtime desire to help families through their grief after losing a loved one. “My drive and passion for this industry

comes from growing up with hard working parents,” said Woods. “It began when I went to a funeral as a child, at which point I knew I wanted to become a mortician.”

In the fall of 2019, Woods applied to Russon Mortuary and became a secretary at their Syracuse location. They also have full-service locations in Bountiful and Farmington.

After nine months with the Russon Mortuary family, Madison became a Funeral Service Intern. She works every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with one on-call day every week.

Madison is a full-time mother and student at Commonwealth Institute in Houston, TX, where she’s been studying to earn her degree in Mortuary Science while also working full-time as an intern. She graduates this year to become a licensed Funeral Director. Woods suggested to those seeking entry into the Funeral industry that true success comes from having a real passion for the work. “Being in this industry is not easy, but it is extremely rewarding and fulfilling getting to help families through what is one of the most difficult times in their lives. It’s why I do what I do.”

“The people at Russon Mortuary are truly incredible,” said Woods. “I am so blessed and grateful to work here because the Russons are an amazing family who truly care about those they serve, as if they were their own family, just like I do.”

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MMadison Woods grew up in Clinton, UT, where she attended Clearfield High School, graduating in 2015.

MMallorie Andersen is just finishing her exemplary junior year at the Utah Military Academy. She has taken full advantage of the many opportunities the school offers.

Withlower numbers in each classroom, the students have more opportunities to play sports, join clubs, and hold leadership positions. A driven young woman, Mallorie has taken full advantage. As captain of the Debate Team, and voted Student Body President for her upcoming senior year, Mallorie has big plans. She is working on building her resume. “I hope to get into the United States Military Academy at West Point, to major in cyber security and minor in nuclear engineering.”

Active in sports, Mallorie is a member of the volleyball and archery teams. She placed first for girls in the Utah State Archery competition her freshman year. “I used to hate archery,” Mallorie said, “but my parents thought it would be good for me, and I just stuck with it. Most of it is the internal discipline to perform under pressure. No matter how much you practice, if you pay too much attention to what’s going on around you, you forget everything you learned.”

Cadet Andersen will be going to boot camp this summer. “I am younger than most. I’ll be 17 when I go. It will be a hard experience, but it will strengthen my ability to work with different people of varying ages, genders, and leadership styles.”

Utah Military Academy focuses on helping students prepare for professional success and leadership roles when they complete school. “I have always wanted to be in the military,” Mallorie says, “though my school has helped me build skills that would provide

a great base for any career path. Whatever I decided to do, I counted on the Utah Military Academy to help me get ready. I knew I was where I needed to be mentally, but school training helped get me where I needed to be physically. They have helped me build myself as a leader, and I’m very grateful to them for helping me discover additional opportunities that I wouldn’t have had otherwise.”

Mallorie sets a great example for her peers. “I want to inspire other kids and help them understand that not everything in life is going to be easy. You’re going to have to work and deal with the stress and struggles of life, but at the end of it, you’ll come out a stronger person and achieve great things. Utah Military Academy is helping me get there.”

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Kyley Cox Tanner Clinic

DDr. Cox finished her Residency last year at the University of Utah and Primary Children’s Hospital and is starting her practice here in Syracuse. She also earned a Master’s Degree in Public Health prior to medical school.

Her practice covers General Pediatrics, from seeing new babies in the hospital, to well-child checkups, to helping kids when they don’t feel well. She treats kids of all ages with a large range of medical conditions from asthma to eating disorders.

Dr. Cox was drawn to working with kids because she loves making an impact early in life, and giving children a foundation for a lifetime of good health. A mom herself, Dr. Cox says, “I love working with kids. My goal is to partner with the

family to improve the quality of life. I want parents to feel that they are participating in their child’s care.”

“I like to get to know the families over time and watch the kids grow.” Dr. Cox enjoys the challenge of working with new patients, finding out what’s wrong, and finding a solution that will help them. “Some of my favorite moments have been when someone’s been struggling with a condition for a long time, and together we find a solution. I love it when they come back feeling better and they’re so happy.”

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The Exciting Performing Arts

Just about every high school puts on plays and musicals, and yet there still aren’t enough people talking about these productions. With that being said, the amount of work and effort that these actors and stagehands put in should not go unnoticed. These shows go deeper than simply performing due to the friendships that are built and the lessons that can be learned for everyone involved. While balancing school with their busy lives, these students still find time to pursue their passions.

At Syracuse High School the most popular performance is the fall musical which generally has about fifty actors, and that’s without counting all those helping behind the scenes. To get a part, one can just audition to be in the show and be assigned one later; however, it takes a special type of person to be an actor. In Jacob Livingston’s case, he started out by being on the tech crew for production back in junior high. While working behind the curtains, he realized that he wanted to contribute in a different way and decided to get on stage as an actor. Jacob has kept pursuing this passion and has been in three musicals, two one-acts, and one play throughout his time in high school.

Riley Maughan’s story is a little different. He has been acting for eight years now and got started because his friends encouraged him to try out with them. He enjoyed the experience and decided to stick with it, saying, “I found a really awesome community and art that I’ve just fallen in love with.” Like Riley, most of the actors end up loving the social aspect of the theater. Since these productions take time to prepare, they’re forced to spend a lot of time together, but they’re more than happy to do this as they become “chosen family,” as actress Grace Jensen puts it, to each other.

The sheer amount of work that goes into these shows is often taken for granted. Emily Nuttal was the student director for Syracuse High’s One Act this past year, The Importance of Being Earnest. She was one of those in charge of the blocking, set design, costumes, and props among other responsibilities. Emily says she is very proud of everyone that worked on the show, and with good reason as their production won first place in the Davis Region One Act competition. This is proof that just because their hard work may go unnoticed by some, it doesn’t mean it isn’t there. Working in the performing arts is an amazing way to learn valuable life lessons. Jacob explains that he’s learned to be confident, “You’re on that stage playing someone else and you need to forget all the stresses of your life and take on your character and their feelings instead.” Some may stick with the performing arts after high school and some might not, but either way, there are countless lessons and experiences to be gleaned. Now after graduating, Emily and Riley plan to turn their passion for the performing arts into a career while Jacob and Grace plan to stick with it in their free time by participating in every acting opportunity they can. So, whether it becomes a hobby or a career, the performing arts have something for everybody. Emily sums it up by saying, “Theater is a way to incite powerful emotions which makes life all the more worthwhile.”

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“You’re on that stage playing someone else and you need to forget all the stresses of your life and take on your character and their feelings instead.”

Taking Back Date Night

Whether you’ve only been dating a few months, you still have that honeymoon glow, or you’re like me and you’ve been married so long that offering your spouse a multivitamin is considered flirting, it’s important to spend some one-onone time connecting as a couple. So I crowdsourced with the magazine staff, some friends, even some random people on the internet. I present to you, 20 ways to take back date night!

Thrifty Theme Date

Sit down with your partner and Google up a few thrift shops, preferably a town or two away so neither of you are too familiar with the store’s layout. This is a date that can take on so many themes from silly, to creative, to romantic, and back again. You can pick out absurd outfits for one another and then wear them to get food. Another option is to find a vintage piece of furniture or a lamp to restore together for your home. My favorite spin on this idea is to set a dollar limit, split up, and pick out an item that reminds you of your partner, then go somewhere cozy for a bite to eat and reveal your gifts.

Walk, Talk & Explore

I love finding little historic districts in my city, parking at a church or a park and embarking on a slow stroll so I can really absorb all the unique features of the houses and the neighborhood itself. My

husband and I have turned this concept into a date many times, and It’s amazing how a quiet walk through an unfamiliar subdivision or a trail you’ve never explored can really spark conversation. Bonus if there’s a little café or coffee shop or even a gas station where you can stop for a warm drink and some baked goods to top off your walk.

A Night at the Opera

My friends Bill and Diana Cobabe had their first date at the opera, and though I’ve never attended one myself, it sounds like magic! Bill explains that even people who might not choose to see an opera can enjoy the overall experience, from being surrounded by lavishly dressed people in a stunning setting, to the music and the pageantry. Theaters will often provide subtitles with operas so everyone can understand the plot. It’s a chance to dress to the nines with your partner and that’s always a way to spark romance and feel a little

indulged. “Treat yourself to a nice dinner before you go and the whole evening is magical and memorable,” Bill says. He recommends Capitol Theater in Salt Lake City and Ellen Eccles Theater in Logan, which feature several operas throughout the year

Couples Game Night

This suggestion comes from Connection founders Ryan and Melissa Spelts, and I love it! Invite one or two other couples over, grab some snacks, bring out a few games that require partnering up and host a couple’s game night. This not only creates a fun environment where you can share solidarity and laughs with other couples, it gives you a chance to strengthen your united front. Trust me, you’re only going to get through parenting your teenagers if you’re on the same page.

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Sample, Shop and Sizzle

My longtime friends Dan and Heather Deuel love to visit Ocean Mart on Friday and Saturday nights when the store gives out free samples. They stroll through trying out new foods and then pick some things out to take home to cook. You can enjoy this date at any local food market that’s outside your usual norms. You can even extend the evening into preparing the meal together. Make sure to light a few candles and put on your favorite playlist, I recommend a nice 1940’s Jazz. Leave the dishes for morning.

Late-Night Takeout

For busy couples with kids, what you really need is a quick and easy go-to date that won’t require a lot of effort or time. In that specifically crazy stage of couplehood, a small effort makes a big difference. Our writer Sabrina Lee and her husband sneak out late at night to order takeout and eat it in their car. They have a teenager who watches

the younger kids, but you can hire a neighboring teen to come and sit in your house for an hour after bedtime. “Just eating, talking, and laughing. Best 45-minute date ever!” Our calendar organizer Amanda Koldewyn and her husband have a similar routine. Once the kids are asleep, they splurge on takeout sushi or burgers, and since they rarely have the time otherwise, indulge in a good Netflix binge or a Redbox movie. Sometimes, simple is sublime.

Sunset or Stargazing Picnic

My absolute favorite date night spin started out of necessity during the pandemic. My husband and I would get in our Jeep, grab some takeout, and find a grassy hill or an abandoned park to enjoy a sunset picnic. Last summer we put a new spin on this concept, instead of sunset we went stargazing. We packed some treats and a thermos of hot chocolate and drove up to North Fork Park to watch a meteor shower. It ended up clouding over and we didn’t see any meteors, but just sitting in the

back of the Jeep, hatch open, enjoying our snacks and talking amidst the sounds of the night was relaxing and magical.

Savory Sampling

My friends Katie and Marc Nelson have become legendary for their sampling parties and this idea lends well to a date night! They purchase a variety of brands or types of any one food or drink: apples, soda, peanut butter, cheese, chocolate, etc.. and spend an evening tasting all the varieties and rating their favorites. You could even go one step further with this and post your results on social media or even start a blog about it. That way you have a lasting record—and a tangible memory of your sampling adventures.

Revisit Your Firsts

Some of my favorite date ideas are all about sweet nostalgia! If you’re in a long-term relationship, these kinds of dates definitely have potential to ignite a spark. Taking photos at the exact spot where you met, revisiting your wedding venue, or making milkshakes to commemorate the ice-cream shop where your romance blossomed are all great ways to bring back the love. My husband and I once took a picnic to the Weber State University duck pond, the place where we first started talking about our future, and I can’t express how much the small memories make you realize the value in your relationship. Don’t forget to play all the songs that were the soundtrack of your budding romance!

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Destination Date Nights

First Friday Art Stroll Downtown Ogden

Experience an eclectic variety of art, music and food throughout Ogden at this open gallery night.

South Davis Recreation Center Bountiful

Swimming, an all-year indoor ice rink, and an outdoor ice ribbon in the winter.

Smith & Edwards Willard

This place literally has everything! Army surplus, toys, art supplies, every kitchen gadget you can imagine, and a ton of fun western wear.

Art Box Downtown Ogden

Create a unique candle with your date. Choose from a huge variety of scents and colors, charms, and accessories.

J & J’s Nursery Layton

Grab a warm drink and stroll through this lush, green paradise: plants, décor and more.

SeaQuest Aquarium Layton Hills Mall

See a variety of aquatic life and interact with lizards, parakeets, and sting rays.

The Rush Funplex Syracuse

Laser tag, arcade games, mini golf, billiards, bowling and more.

Ogden Botanical Garden Ogden River Parkway

Go for a stroll, a bike ride, roller blading, or scoot along the parkway, or just sit by the river and talk.

Wiseguys Ogden Historic 25th Street

So many great comedians for couples of every taste.

Crystal Hot Springs Honeyville

Relax and unwind in the soothing, spring-fed mineral pools.

North Fork Park Liberty

Waterfalls in the spring, mountain bike trails in the summer, stunning autumn colors, and snowshoeing in the winter.

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Looking through this year’s art contest submissions I am reminded what a beautifully diverse and talented group of people I live among, each seeing and interpreting the world in a unique way. Our annual art contest brings that reminder home to the magazine’s pages, but since we don’t have room to feature them all, I encourage you to visit the website to appreciate the talents of this year’s artists: connectionpub.com/art-contest

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WHITE SATIN BRIDAL

White Satin Bridal began in Kathy Wood’s basement during February of 1984. Demand for Kathy and her co-owner Kristie’s designs and expertise grew.

Atone point they had the first location in Syracuse with others in Riverton, East Layton, Bountiful, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco, California. A bride could come in with a picture and Kristie would customize it to fit the bride’s needs and Kathy made it come to life with her seamstress skills. Adding onto that, they created a one stop shop for bridal attire and accessories which helped their business thrive. White Satin Bridal provides accessories to either rent or buy—attire for bridal attendants and mothers of the bride and groom, hosiery, and flower girl and ring bearer accessories could all be rented or purchased at their store.

These types of additional services saved time and money for their customers. With 30 years of combined experience, Kristie and Kathy provided full services for their clients. They were often asked to attend the ceremonies, and on some occasions hired to dress the bride before the ceremony. However, providing gowns to the San Francisco location on time grew to be too difficult, and the location was closed.

Newspaper information on White Satin Bridal as an open business seems to end in 1998. The location at 1950 West 2250 South now

has other businesses, and I could not find any images of a Kristie Peterson original design, but I am sure there are hundreds of people who remember the special attention they received from these two very special women.

They created a one stop shop for their customers.

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An original White Satin Bridal ad from the Davis Couty Clipper 1989
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Kristie Peterson and Kathy Wood Dress Model

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Star Spangled Snacks

Show off your patriotic pride with these refreshing and delectable snacks, just in time for Fourth of July cookouts, summer swim parties, and watching fireworks!

Mason Jar Strawberry Lemonade

The sweetness of fresh, ripe strawberries adds the perfect balance to tart lemons in this recipe. Preserving the freshness allows you to serve this summertime favorite at any special occasion throughout the year.

6 cups hulled strawberries

4 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice

6 cups granulated sugar

7 (16 oz.) pint jars

Optional: Electric Water Bath Canner + Multicooker

1. Prepare boiling water canner. Heat jars in simmering water until ready for use. Do not boil. Wash lids in warm soapy water and set bands aside.

2. Puree strawberries in a blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade, working in batches, until smooth. Transfer to a large stainless steel saucepan as completed.

3. Add lemon juice and sugar to strawberry puree, stirring to combine. Heat to 190° F over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Do not boil. Remove from heat and skim off foam.

4. Ladle hot concentrate into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rim. Center lid on jar. Apply band until fit is fingertip tight. Place jar in boiling water canner. Repeat until all jars are filled.

5. Process jars in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes, adjusting for altitude. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.

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Berry No-Bake Dessert

Crust

3 cups crushed pretzels

⅓ cup melted butter

¼ cup light brown sugar

Filling

16 oz. cream cheese

½ cup sugar

¾ cup heavy cream

1 tsp. salt

Topping

3 cups chopped fresh strawberries

2 cups fresh blueberries

1. Crush up pretzels on a cutting board with a rolling pin. Add to a measuring cup and dump into a bowl along with the brown sugar and stir together. Melt butter and pour over the top of the crushed pretzels and brown sugar. Mix well and press in the bottom of an 8x8 pan.

2. In a mixing bowl add the cream cheese, sugar, heavy cream and salt and mix until a smooth consistency. Spread over the top of the crust with a spatula.

3. Wash and cut up strawberries and add to a bowl. Wash blueberries and add to the strawberries. Dump the fresh fruit on top of your dessert. Refrigerate for 2 hours prior to eating.

Watermelon & Blueberry Kabobs

The perfect treat for your 4th of July celebrations!

1 watermelon

5 cups blueberries

1 star cookie cutter

Kabob sticks

Wash the outside of your watermelon with dish soap, rinse and dry and start cutting 1” slices all the way down your watermelon. Lay the slices down and push the cookie cutter in as many times as you can in one slice.

Take a kabob stick and line 10 to 12 blueberries and top it with the watermelon star. Place on a tray or in a vase ready to eat!

Kalee’s Mac & Cheese

1 lb. uncooked macaroni noodles

1 ½ cups cheddar cheese

1 ½ cups Swiss cheese

1 ½ cups Muenster cheese

1 ½ cups Colby Jack cheese

½ cup butter (one cube)

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

½ Tbsp. season salt

½ Tbsp. granulated garlic or garlic powder

Cook up the pasta in a pot, when cooked al dente drain pasta and put it back in the pot. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on medium until we’ll combined.

Pour into a 9 x 13 cake pan and bake with tinfoil at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. If you like a crispy top, take the aluminum foil off halfway through.

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