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New Sidewalks & Walking Path and a New Date for Sugar Days 2023 (June 16-17)

New Sidewalks!

I'm sure we've all noticed the new sidewalks going in around town. the sidewalks, along with some new "hot" light crosswalk poles are making it much safer to walk around town, especially for kids going to and from the schools.

The city was able to get a grant to pay for the new sidewalks and lights. We still have a final piece of the plan to complete with a walking path along 3rd south, as we announced and sought public comment on back in July 2022: blog post on new sidewalk plan 

We recognize and appreciate the adjustments that will have to be made by those living along 3rd South as the new walking path is constructed along the city right of way. We will do all we can to minimize the inconvenience to property owners along the route.

The new walking path will be a great help to the residents on the south side of town, especially to kids heading to school. The path is also part of our alternate transportation plan and comprehensive plan. 

New Date and Time for Sugar Days!

Sugar Days 2023 is almost here! We've moved the date to Friday June 16 - 17 to better avoid the many valley-wide activities in July.

Friday evening their will be a free concert in the Heritage park at 7pm. The Backyard Boomers will be performing a variety of 50s, jazz, and country favorites.

The Free Community Breakfast sponsored again by Stone's Toyota runs from 8-10am on Saturday, with the vendors and bounce house-type activities running from 10am-4pm.

We also have the BYU-I rock climbing wall coming at 1:30 to 5:30pm. 

The Community Talent Show begins at 2pm followed by another performance from the Backyard Boomers.

Vendors and booths will be open throughout the day, so come and enjoy the day! 

 

 

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