Bear Lake State Park

 Low Temp:

32° F

High Temp:65° F

Water Temp:66.4° F

Water Level:5915.20′

Garden City Fire District Monthly Meeting

 

Garden City Fire District Monthly Meeting

Reporter: Randall Knight

The meeting was started on Sept 15 at 6:37 PM.  All board members were present along with Chief Wahlberg and Tiffany Wahlberg.  There was no public attendance.

Seventy loads of fill dirt has been dumped on the satellite lot and the county recorder still hasn’t provided a lot number or address.

A new Policy and Procedure was approved on how department property or equipment would be sold.

A TRT grant request was submitted for $50,000 toward the total estimated purchase price of $120,000 for a 2026 T-6 Brush Truck.

A draft 2026 budget will be discussed during the October meeting. There should be no major changes from the current year budget and will be presented for acceptance in November.

The monthly call outs were: 1 downed power line, 2 agency assists, 3 search and rescues, 1 boat fire, 1 brush fire, 18 medicals, 5 marine rescues, 6 fire alarms, 4 CO alarms.  One of the marine rescues was a small boy whose floatation device was going flat.  Thankfully the lake was fairly calm so the rescue boat and team were able to see him in the water.

 

The Beauty of the Lake by C. T. Buttars

 

    Although the summer season eventually fades, 

    the memories never will.

History of Our Area: Old St. Charles Church

     Not in Rich County, but a memory in Bear Lake.

History of Our Area: Home Sweet Home

When people make a home in a forest of tall sagebrush, with only an ax to cut with, it spells a lot of hard work.  During the summer of 1870 they not only cleared a lot of brush, but made roads to the canyons where they cut logs and hauled them down with ox teams.  

Home Built by John Corless in the Summer of 1871.  It is still standing.  (In 1962)

They shaped the logs for their cabins the best they could with their axes, notching the ends so they would fit closer together and hold fast. Then the cracks were chinked with wedges of wood and daubed with clay mud. Most all had dirt roofs which furnished some protection and warmth. A few had charter oak stoves, but the majority had dirt floors and a fire place in one end for cooking, heating and for light. Bake ovens and heavy kettles were used for cooking. Some had brass kettles which they kept sparkling and bright with clay, salt, and vinegar if they had it. These early settlers had brought very little furniture with them; so boxes, sawed blocks of wood, and some times pegs were driven into the wall and a board laid across formed the table. A few brought coal oil lamps, but many had candle molds and made candles for their lights. 

                                                             Built by Mathew Reay, 1876

During the long winter evenings the family would gather around the fire place, with its brightly burning logs, mother and the girls would be busy knitting stockings, gloves, mittens and sweaters, from their home spun yarn. Sometimes the men would carve from wood, butter bowls, spoons, potato mashers, some made chairs, others did fancy carving on towel racks and on brush and comb racks. 

These industrious, hard working, people were always improving their homes with more stoves, sewing machines, and more lamps took the place of candles.

Sturdy frame, adobe and brick houses were built boasting of the comforts of the day.  Most every home had a nice parlor, which was used only on special occasions.

Construction Update Fiber Optics

 

Construction Update | September 11, 2025

Upcoming Construction Activities Crews will continue trenching for fiber conduit installation in the traffic lanes at the following locations: MP 472 to 473 (near Temple Fork Rd) MP 470 to 472 (near Right Hand Fork) MP 462 to 464 (near Second Dam) 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 three locations throughout the project area. Temporary traffic lights will remain active and traffic control will be in place from Friday, Sept. 12 to Saturday, Sept. 20 along MP 462 to 464 due to construction activities in the area. Drivers should expect additional delays.

Crews trenching along US-89.

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.

Weekend Work – Beginning Sept. 11 Beginning, Sept. 11, work is anticipated to take place every Saturday until Oct. 11 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drivers can expect one-way traffic with temporary signals, at various locations during this work.

What to Expect Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Weekend work (Saturday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Occasional 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 Utah Highway Patrol escorts in the area *Construction schedules and traffic impacts are subject to change due to weather, utility, equipment, and material delays.

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.*

Project Map

Update Beaver Creek Roadwork

 

Construction Update | September 12, 2025

Ongoing Work This week crews continued with guard rail installation. To complete guardrail installation there will be one-lane flagging operations in sections throughout the work zone. Crew will continue with sign installation early next week. Upcoming Work Second and third coats of paint striping

Guardrail being installed.

CAUTION: Motorcycle, Cyclists, and Drivers Road resurfacing causes 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.

Project Overview 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. The project will extend the life of the roadway, replace damaged signage and guardrail, and update drainage culverts. This project will provide drivers with improved mobility and safety throughout the corridor.

What to Expect Daytime work Monday through Thursday (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.) Occasional nighttime work Noise, dust, and vibration Occasional canyon closures and lane restrictions Heavy equipment, support vehicles, and crew members One-way flagging operations

*Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather, utility, and material delays.

Logan Canyon Fiber Project The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is undertaking a project to install 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.

Bear Lake State Park

Water Temp: 67.3 degrees F

Water Level: 5914.40 ' 

Rich County Schools

 Sept. 17    School Board Meetin

          18     RMS VB @ Evanston

                    Freshman FB @ So. Summit

                    RHS Honor Society Banquet

           19     RHS XC @UVU

                     RMS VB @ Lyman

                    RHS VB @ Altamont

                    RHS FB @ Panquitch

            20    RHS VB @ Tabiona

                    RMS FB with Mt. View

Family Place

 

Date Night

 

Fire Restrictions Still in Place for Western Utah

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: September 16, 2025

Contact: Kayli Guild | Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands | 385.377.0336 |

kayliguild@utah.gov

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Remain in Effect for Western Utah

Due to increased moisture across eastern Utah, the statewide Stage 1 Fire Restriction Order

#UTCLO2504 for state and private unincorporated lands was rescinded this morning at 12:01

a.m. However, western Utah will remain under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions due to recent

critical fire weather and the lack of significant precipitation in those areas.

Recent Red Flag Warnings and continued dry fuel conditions mean that fire danger is still

elevated, with ignition potential remaining moderate to high in lower elevations and across

western Utah. Fire officials have determined that proactive measures are still necessary to

reduce wildfire risk.

Areas Where Stage 1 Restrictions Remain in Effect:

● Central Area

● Southwest Area

● Wasatch Front Area

● Bear River Area

● BLM West Desert District

● BLM Color Country District

● BLM Paria River District

Areas Where Stage 1 Restrictions Are Rescinded:

● Northeast Area: Daggett, Duchesne, Uintah, Summit, and Wasatch counties. However,

the unincorporated areas of Park City Fire District in Summit County will remain in

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions.

● Northwest Area: Carbon, Emery, Grand, and San Juan counties

● BLM-managed lands in Eastern Utah: Green River District and Canyon Country

District

Stage 1 Restrictions Prohibit:

● Open fires except in established campgrounds or permanent fire pits at private homes

with running water

● Smoking except inside a vehicle, building, or developed recreation site

● Cutting, welding, or grinding metal in dry vegetation

● Use of internal combustion engines without an approved spark arrestor

● Fireworks, tracer ammunition, exploding targets, and pyrotechnics

These restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded by the Utah State Forester or BLM Utah.

Area fire managers will continue to meet weekly to evaluate conditions and determine when

criteria are met to rescind restrictions.

“Even though we’ve seen some improvement in fire danger across the state, conditions remain

dry enough in these areas that a single spark could still start a wildfire,” said Jamie Barnes,

Utah State Forester. “We appreciate the public’s continued vigilance in helping protect lives,

property, and Utah’s natural resources.”

Stay Informed:

Check out UtahFireInfo.gov for fire restriction maps and agency-specific orders, or visit

managing agency websites.

Prevention & Safety Resources: UtahFireSense.org

Wildfire Updates: Follow @UtahWildfire on social media

National Fire Info: nifc.gov

Stay safe and help protect Utah’s public lands from human-caused wildfire.

Garden City Council Meeting Agenda Sept. 18th, 2025

 

    PUBLIC NOTICE

GARDEN CITY TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

 

The Garden City Town Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, September 18^th, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. This meeting will be held at the Garden City Office, located at 69 N. Paradise Parkway, Building C.

 

AGENDA

 

1.     Roll Call

2.     Approval of Minutes

a.      August 14^th, 2025, minutes of the regular Town Council Meeting and minutes of the August 14^th, 2025, Public Hearing.

3.     Public Comments – 2 minutes limit

4.     Business License Discussion/Approval

a.      Shave Ice House, LLC. 105 S Bear Lake Blvd. Karl Israelsen

b.     Bear Lake Pickleball Club, LLC. Nonprofit Group.  1499 S Bear Lake Blvd. Brad Davis, Gail Nichol, Jayne Davis, and Dana Hudruk

5.     PID and Concept Discussion/Approval

a.      Letter of Intent for Affordable Housing PID and concept approval for 75 apartment/condominiums on 5.44 acres located east of Chevron Gas Station. SolidCast Structures LLC. Greg Kloberdanz

6.     Resolution Discussion/Approval

a.      Resolution #25-08, A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Garden City to Declare the Official Candidates for Town Council Members Elected, for the Election on November 4, 2025.

7.     Ordinance Discussion/Approval

a.      Ordinance # 25-09, An Ordinance Updating Conditional Uses

8.     Miscellaneous Discussion/Approval

9.     Council Member Reports

10.  Payment Vouchers

11.  Adjournment

 

NOTE: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify the Garden City Town Office at 435-946-2901 during the office hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 69 N Paradise Parkway, Bldg. B, Garden City, UT 84028 at least three days prior to the hearing. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call Relay Utah by dialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1.888.346.3162.

 

      Teleconference attendees may dial in using the number 1-866-347-5097 and must mute their phones unless addressed by the council.