What is the problem with rush hour traffic? Is it the hours spent in a chaotic environment? Is it the hostile noises from all the other people participating in this event? I’ve recently moved to a city where ‘rush hour traffic’ is a reality for most people. I do my best to avoid it, and…
Read moreYear: 2021
Cory Wride Memorial Park Phase II completed
Eagle Mountain City will recognize project phase completion in two of its parks on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at 1:30 p.m. The dedication will highlight recent work that has been completed on Cory Wride Memorial Park. Eagle Mountain City began construction on Phase II projects for Cory Wride Memorial Park in November 2020. “We’ve worked hard…
Read moreCheck Out The Eagle Mountain Library
One of the many things that Eagle Mountain has to offer is the Eagle Mountain Library. The EM Library has on average over 10,000 visitors a week since July 2021. The library now has over 83,000 physical items and allows its members access to another 76,000 digital items, including eBooks, digital magazines, and eAudio resources….
Read moreOPINION: Eagle Mountain Needs To Codify “Conflict of Interest” In Regards To Campaign Contributions
Currently Eagle Mountain City has the following written in their code about what is required in regards to a Conflict of Interest. I believe that campaign contributions should be considered a conflict of interest and at least should be disclosed during City Council or Planning Commission meetings. Disclosure is required by code 1.15.010 Disclosure required….
Read moreCity Council Candidates Campaign Contributions
As a followup to the article that I wrote about the Finance Contributions of the Mayoral Candidates (Show Me The Money – Campaign Contributions – Westmoreland (2017)), I have written this article that will summarize the contributions to the City Council Candidates as well. I am including the data from the Candidates that did not…
Read moreGoogle Buys Land In Eagle Mountain City For Possible Future Data Center
The site is being considered for a potential future data center. If such development goes forward, it will create jobs and continue making Eagle Mountain a leader in attracting investment from some of the world’s most recognizable brands. “Google choosing Eagle Mountain is a testament to the strength of our workforce and economy,” said Mayor…
Read moreEM City Events, Recreation awarded by Utah Recreation and Parks Association
EAGLE MOUNTAIN – During the Sept. 21 meeting of the Eagle Mountain City Council, two departments were honored by the Utah Recreation and Parks Association for services provided to residents. The 2020 Outstanding Special Event award was presented by LeAnn Powell, URPA Executive Director, to the Eagle Mountain Events Department for its Silent Santa program….
Read more5 Tips for Handling Anxiety Amidst the Ongoing Pandemic
The pandemic has been troublesome for all of us; many of us have gone through anxiety and grief during this difficult time. Mental health is vitally important and during these times we may all need a little help to get us through the day. Unfortunately, recent figures from Worldpopulationreview.com has found that people from Utah…
Read moreEagle Mountain City Statement on Paving Lake Mountain Road
There has been some discussion on Facebook, in the Eagle Mountain Groups, about the status of Lake Mountain Road and if it will be paved and who should pave it. At one point a resident/developer put up a sign along their property asking people to call the Eagle Mountain City Offices main number if they…
Read moreAirport Road To Address Short Term And Long Term City Traffic Access
Eagle Mountain has had its share of growing pains and continues to have issues. One of the main complaints that residents of the city have is transportation. With the cities fast growth and the number of already approved housing units, the transportation issue will probably be an issue for years to come. The city is…
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