Mayor Call has several important things he would like to state: “This month I would like to talk about two important matters that affect all of us: Recycling and Water. Back when I was on the City Council (2000-2007), we worked hard to bring recycling to our City. I’m afraid to report that our recycling program is in jeopardy of becoming too costly to continue. The problem that we, as well as other cities, are facing is tipping fees for recyclables are going through the roof. It seems that we as a society are having trouble separating our clean recyclables from our “dirty” trash. I would encourage everyone to try harder to ensure that the items placed in the blue can are clean and meet the guidelines for recycling. Rinse any beverage containers. Discard pizza boxes into the black can. The City will send out a reminder of the types of items that can be recycled with your utility bill. I love this program and think it would be short-sighted to let it go, but I am deeply concerned that it may become too costly for our citizens to afford. It is rumored that a ten-fold increase may be headed our way. If so, some tough decisions will need to be made. I will keep you informed.
The second matter that I would like to address is water. More specifically, lack of water. Last month I mentioned 100 year storms. Maybe I jinxed us. I’m still hoping that we get the moisture we need, although at this point I’m guessing it will come in the form of rain instead of snow. Please be aware of your water usage. Try and cut back on those long, hot showers and look for ways to save on culinary water usage. Don’t just turn your outdoor timer back on this spring. Take a few minutes and see if you can adjust it 5 or 10 minutes shorter, or even better, see if you can go a whole day longer between cycles. It is great to live in a city where the citizens actually care about their environment. As I went door to door during the election, so many of you commented about the beauty, cleanliness, and overall character of our City. I am so grateful that you share my love for Pleasant View. I am committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure that we remain the best place to not only grow up, but the best place to grow old.”
Pleasant View Easter Egg Hunt is March 31 at 9 am sharp at the Pleasant View City Park.
The Weber High Warrior cheerleading team can add a new notch to their belt: State Champion.
Students of the month are:
Katie Hadley from Weber High School
Zakery Simmons from North Ogden Junior High School
Emilee Webster from Orion Junior High School
America Aguirre Jimenez from Maria Montessori Academy
Youth Council Update: Day at the Legislature
Last month, the Youth Council got to go to the “Local Officials’ Day at the Legislature”. After looking around the Capitol Building, we participated in a contest called “Capitol Quest.” It was like a giant scavenger hunt where we had to find things and take pictures with them. It was so much fun. We got to meet our area’s House Representative, Justin Fawson, and he took us down to the House Floor and to the underground tunnels. After we took our tour, we went to a mock bill debate.
Suicide Prevention
We lose an average of four residents a year to suicide. In 2017, we lost six residents. Each one of these deaths represents a person who is loved by family, friends, and neighbors. Each one of these people had a future, and we are all diminished by their passing. Knowing the danger signs of suicide, how to respond to them, and what resources are available is one of the greatest advantages we have in indicating suicides.
Warning Signs of Suicidal Ideation (Contemplation)
• Talking about suicide
• Making statements about feeling hopeless, helpless, or worthless
• A deepening depression
• Preoccupation with death
• Taking unnecessary risks or exhibiting self-destructive behavior
• Out of character behavior (jasonfoundation.com/youth-suicide/warning-signs/)
How to Help a Suicidal Person
The following are seven suggestions from a list of 21 suggestions on how to help. Please visit www.suicide.org for the complete list.
• Get help immediately (911, 1-800-273-Talk, etc.)
• Always take suicidal comments seriously
• Try not to act shocked
• Do not handle the situation by yourself
• Comfort the person with words of encouragement
• If the person is at high risk, do not leave him or her alone
• Listen, listen, listen. Be gentle, kind, and understanding
Household Hazardous Waste Program
The household hazardous waste program at Weber County Transfer Station (867 W Wilson Lane-Ogden) is for all Weber County residents. The program is FREE for household quantities of hazardous waste. Small business owners may be assessed a fee depending on quantities brought in. The hours and months of operation are every 3rd Saturday of the month beginning in April and ending in September. Hours of operation are 8am-1pm. For more information please call Weber County Transfer Station at 801-399-8803. Weber County Transfer Station encourages residents to take advantage of their FREE reuse center as well. The re-use shed contains used paint, thinners, approved pesticides and other miscellaneous, used products brought in by the public. It is available during regular business hours. Oil- 5 gallons per day per resident - Free to drop off Antifreeze - 5 gallons per day per resident - Free to drop off
Water Conservation Tips Water conservation measures are an important first step in protecting our water supply. Such measures not only save the supply of our source water, but can also save you money by reducing your water bill. Here are a few suggestions. Conservation measures you can use inside your home include:
Curbside Recycling Program Please do not wrap recyclables in plastic bags
ALWAYS RECYCLE
DO NOT INCLUDE THESE ITEMS:
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School Events
March 13 Weber – Vocal/Piano Solo & Ensemble – 3:00-8:00pm Orion – Girls Basketball – Sand Ridge @ Orion – 3:00-5:00pm NOJH – Girls Basketball – Snowcrest @ NOJH – 3:00-5:00pm
March 14 Weber – Track – Fremont/Clearfield @ Weber – 3:00-5:00pm Weber – Instrumental Solo & Ensemble – 4:00-9:00pm
March 15 Weber – Girls Golf – 12-4pm @ The Bluff Orion – Girls Basketball @ Roy – 3:005:00pm NOJH – Intermediate Band Festival – 9:00am-1:30pm NOJH – Girls Basketball - NOJH @ Sand Ridge – 3:00-5:00pm
March 16 Weber – Early Out, End of 3rd Term NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical MMA – Early Out
March 17 NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical
March 19 MMA – Early Out
March 20 Weber – Boys Soccer @ Fremont – 3:305:30 Weber
– Softball – Layton @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm Weber –
Spring Orchestra Concert – 6:30-9:00pm Orion –
Baseball Rocky Mtn. @ Orion – 3:00-5:00pm Orion –
Girls Basketball Playoffs – Times TBA NOJH –
Baseball – Roy @ NOJH – 3:005:00pm District –
Choir and Piano Solo and Ensemble – 4:00-7:00pm
March 21 Weber – Track – Weber/Layton/Syr. @ Davis – 3:00-5:30pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm
March 22 Weber – Girls Golf @ Ben Lomond – 12:00-4:00pm Weber – Softball - @ Davis – 3:30-5:30 pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm NOJH – Baseball @ Rocky – 3:00-5:00pm
March 23 Weber – Region Theatre Competition Weber – State Jazz Band Orion – Girls Basketball Championship Game – 3:30-5:30pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm NOJH – Spring Dance
March 24 Weber – Region Theatre Competition Weber – State Jazz Band
March 27 Weber – Track – City/County @ Bonneville – 3:00-5:30pm Weber – Baseball – Clearfield @ Weber -3:30-5:30pm Weber – Boys Soccer @ Clearfield – 3:305:30 Weber – Softball – Syracuse @ Weber – 3:30 pm-5:30 pm NOJH – Baseball – Orion @ NOJH – 3:005:00pm
March 28 Weber – Track – City/County @ Bonneville – 3:00-5:30 pm Weber – Band Large Group – 3:30-8:30 pm Weber – Baseball @ Clearfield – 3:305:30 pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention
March 29 Weber – Girls Golf @ Sun Hills – 12:004:00pm Weber – Boys Soccer – Davis @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm Weber – Softball – Fremont @ Weber – 3:30-5:30pm Orion – Track Meet – Orion @ Weber High – 3:00-6:30pm NOJH – Track Meet @ Roy High – 3:006:00pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention
March 30 Weber – Comp. Day – NO SCHOOL Weber – Baseball – Clearfield @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention
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Senior Events
North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. North Ogden, Utah
Mondays 8:30 am - Ceramics 10:00 am - Line Dancing 1:00 pm - Computer Lab 2:00pm - Tap Dancing
Monday, March 12 AARP Driving Class – 10:00 am
Monday, March 5 Cell Phone Class – 2:00 pm
Tuesdays 9:30 am - Art 10:00 am - Line Dancing 12:30 pm - Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) 12:30 pm - MahJong
Wednesdays 9:00 am - Wood Carving 9:30 am - Bridge 10:00 am - Line Dancing 12:30 pm - Pinochle
Foot Clinic 2nd and 3rd Wed. 10:00am
Thursdays 1:00 pm - Center Opens 1:00 pm - Tap Dancing 5:00 pm - Dinner 5:30 pm - Entertainment
Thursday, March 29 Grief Class – 2:30 pm
Fridays 8:30 am - Zumba 8:30 am - Ceramics 9:30 am - Bridge 10:00 am - Yoga (bring own mat)
Special Events and Activities Saturday, March 3 *Game Day and Potluck – 10:00 am* Thursdays Entertainment, 5:30 pm March 1 – Sing a Long March 8 – Bingo March 15 – TBA March 22 – Amy Alvord March 29 – Dave Anderson
For Seniors 55 or older Lunch 11:45 AM - Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri Dinner 5:00 PM - Thurs (Opens at 1:00 PM)
Prices Seniors over age 60 - $3.00 Seniors under age 60 - $6.00
Hours Mon. Tues. Wed. 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thurs. 1:00 PM-7:30 PM Fri. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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FREE FAMILY FUN EVENTS
March 1-31 North Ogden City Baseball & Softball Registration – 1st thru 9th grade North Ogden City Coed Kickball Registration – Preschool thru Kindergarten North Ogden City Coed Tball – Kindergarten
March 13 Utah Youth Rodeo – Free – Golden Spike Center – 5:00-10:00pm
March 13 Pleasant View City Council Meeting – 6:008:30 pm
March 15 Jazz at the Station – Free Jazz Concert – Union Station 2501 Wall Ave. – 7:008:00pm
March 15 Norooz Celebration of Spring – Free Arts, Games, Activities – Rose Wagner Center, SLC – 5:00-9:00pm
March 15 Pleasant View City Planning Commission Meeting – 6:00-8:30pm
March 16 Campbell Organ Festival, Ft. Richard Elliot – Daines Hall, Logan – 7:30pm
March 17 World War II in Northern Utah – Tim Gray Lecture – Union Station – 10:00am
March 17 Best ‘N West Barrel Race – Free – Golden Spike Event Center – 9:00am-3:00pm
March 19 Birdhouse Competition/Exhibit – Free Entry - Ogden Nature Center – 9:00am-5:00pm
March 20 Congo Lecture Series with Mvemba Dizolele – Jewett Center, SLC – 7:008:30pm
March 27 Terrific Tuesday/Egg-stra Fun & Museum Hunt – Gale Center, SLC – 10:00-11:00am
March 27 Pleasant View City Council Meeting – 6:008:30pm
March 28 Rocky Mtn. Battlebot Competition – Free to Public - OWATC – 4:30-7:00pm
March 28 World War II in Northern Utah – John Jensen “Hollywood and the Home Front” – Stewart Library – 1:00 pm
March 29-April 1 Fort Buenaventura Easter Rendezvous – Fort Buenaventura, Ogden
March 31 Indigenous Voices Pow Wow – Free – WSU Shepherd Union Ballrooms – 11:00am – 6:00pm
March 31 Easter Egg Hunt! – By A Kid’s Place Dentristy – Liberty Park, SLC – 8:30am10:00pm
