Saturday, July 26, 2025

Garden City Fire District July 21, 2025 Meeting

Randall Knight Reporter

Board Members in Attendance: Randall Knight, Rich Scheaffer, Barbara Turnbow

Board Members excused: Michael Lasswell, Jayne Davis

Others in Attendance: Tiffany Wahlberg, Chief Mike Wahlberg

Call to Order at 6:41pm

Approve Agenda: Motion to approve the agenda by Randall, 2^nd by Barb, vote was unanimous.

Public Comment and Recognition

Open Discussion and public comment: No public attendance

Approve Previous Minutes: Motion to approve the June minutes by Randall, 2^nd by Rich, vote was unanimous.

After the general business was taken care of the board increased the budget for the new culvert installation at the new fire department lot on Sweetwater Parkway and authorized paying the monthly bills.

All other agenda items were postponed until the August meeting due to the board members not in attendance and personal conflicts with those present.

Meeting was adjourned at 6:52pm by Randall, 2^nd by Rich, vote was unanimous.

Monday, July 21, 2025

Job Opening Rich County School District Special Education Aides

Link for official Raspberry Days site.

August 7

Zumba - Free Entry 8:30 - 9:30 am

Main Festival and Fair 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Pie Eating Contest 11:00 am

Raspberry Days Parade 6:00 pm - Grand Marshall Meacham & Ray Elliot

August 8

Zumba - Free Entry 8:30 - 9:30 am

Main Festival and Fair 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Kids Fishing Tournament 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Pickleball Tournament 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Cornhole Tournament 6:30 pm

Pie Eating Contest 11:00 am - 12:00

Rich High School Band 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Activities and Crafts Noon to 3:00 pm

Bingo - 2:00 pm -3:00 pm and 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The Ravens Concert 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Felony Brothers Concert 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Laketown Rodeo 7:30 pm

August 9

5K Fun Run 8:00 am

Pickleball Tournament 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Golf Scramble 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Zumba - Free Entry 8:30 am to 9:30 am

Main Festival and Fair 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Bingo 10:30 - Noon

Cornhole Tournament 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Holidae Concert 11:00 am

Activities and Crafts Noon to 3:00 pm

Saddle Strings Concert 2:00 pm

Laketown Rodeo 7:30 pm

Boat Light Parade and Fireworks 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm (Fireworks approximately at 10 PM)

RCT's Dog Photo Contest

📸🐾 RCT’s Dog Photo Contest Is Here!

Get ready for tail wags, bright eyes, and pure pup joy—RCT is hosting a dog photo contest and we want to see your canine companions shine!

Contest Categories:

Dogs at Play
Dogs with Unusual Friends
Cutest Dog
Dog with the Best Smile

📧 Send your photo to rctonline@gmail.com, and include the category in which it should be judged and the name of your dog.

All submitted photos will be posted online so you—our community—can vote for your favorites. 🐶❤️

Deadline for submission is July 27th. Entries will be displayed in the July 29th edition. Voting will be from July 29th - August 3rd. Winners announced August 5th.

Winning pups will be featured in an upcoming newsletter, so don’t miss your chance to share the spotlight with your furry best friend!

Fiber Optics Construction Update July 17, 2025

Construction Update | July 17, 2025

Pioneer Day Holiday

Construction activities will pause from Wednesday, July 23 at 3:30 p.m. through Friday, July 25 at 7 a.m. Security and construction barrels will remain in place to protect the work zones.

Upcoming Construction Activities

Crews will continue trenching for fiber conduit installation in the traffic lanes at the following locations:

Milepost (MP) 460.5 to 461.5 (near Canyon Entrance Park)
Milepost (MP) 480 to 482 (near Tony Grove Rd)

This work includes rock saw excavation, allowing for precise material removal with minimal impact to surrounding structures. Please drive with caution through the work zones.

Drivers can anticipate heavy traffic delays and signalized one-way traffic at multiple locations throughout the project area.

Beaver Creek Project: The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is completing a roadway replacement project on US-89 from Beaver Creek Resort to milepost (MP) 492 in Logan Canyon, spanning approximately 6 miles. Work began on Wednesday, July 16. Drivers can expect heavy delays. Beaver Creek Road Closure: US-89 will be fully closed between MP 485 and 491 beginning July 21 and 22, from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. each night. A detour will be in place utilizing US-39. Please plan ahead and follow posted signage. For additional adjacent project information, visit our website.

CAUTION: Motorcycle, Cyclists, and Drivers

There are trenches, uneven road surfaces, and loose gravel throughout the corridor. Please use caution and prioritize safety while travelling through the construction area. Reduce speed, follow posted signage, and be alert of crew members and equipment.

Crews installing fiber optic conduit along US-89 in Logan Canyon.

Project Overview

UDOT is installing fiber optic cable in Logan Canyon. This fiber optic cable installation will improve broadband access in Logan Canyon, allowing for easier and more reliable community connection for Logan City, Garden City, and Beaver Mountain Resort. It will also strengthen and enhance communication capabilities, strengthen emergency service support, and create opportunities for these communities to expand services and improve connectivity. To Learn More, view the Project Video.

Work began in early May and will be completed in fall 2026.*

What to Expect

Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Friday 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Occasional weekend and night work
Winter shutdown with finish work through fall 2026
Moving operations throughout the canyon
One way traffic with temporary signals, at various locations
Delays are anticipated throughout the canyon
Nighttime lighting, noise, dust, and vibration
Heavy equipment, support vehicles, and crew members

*Construction schedules and traffic impacts are subject to change

due to weather, utility, equipment, and material delays.

Project Map

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Public Involvement Team

Hotline: 801-996-7086

Email: logancanyonfiber@utah.gov

Website: udotinput.utah.gov/logancanyonfiber

Little League Football Registration

Practice start date will begin first week of school. Practices will be Tuesdays & Thursdays in Laketown from 5:30-7.

If a game is on Thursday, practice that week will be Tuesday & Wednesday.

All home games will be in Randolph at the high school field.

Bear Lake Marina Expansion Update

Bear Lake Marina Expansion Update – July 15, 2025

Construction Update

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for scattered dry thunderstorms in the Bear Lake Marina area following an extended dry period. Due to the potential risk of critical fire weather conditions, today's scheduled blasting operations will be postponed. We are reviewing alternative dates and will share the revised schedule soon.

For any questions or concerns, please contact the Bear Lake Marina Expansion Project Team:

Phone: (877) 920-0960

Email: info@bearlakemarinaexpansion.com

Looking Ahead

Beginning in August, we will also begin transporting materials from a source located south of Garden City to the marina expansion site. Once this activity begins, there will be increased truck traffic in both directions through Garden City.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to build the Bear Lake Marina Expansion.

Happening Nearby

Drivers and recreationists, please be aware of construction activities in Logan Canyon. For more information about their schedule and possible delays, please visit udotinput.utah.gov/logancanyonfiber.