Hi everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six. This week, we kick things off with a preview of an exciting new way residents can get updates from the county. Then, we provide updates on the Summit County Childcare Scholarship Program, Dakota Pacific, and more! 

Text My Gov Launch Announcement

Summit County is launching a new communication platform for residents to connect with county services via TextMyGov. This service enables residents to effortlessly receive important non-emergency notifications and easily find specific information or report issues by texting the county.

Summit County will officially launch the new text messaging system to the public on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Residents who have a cell phone number listed with the Post Office will likely receive a text message from 91896 from Summit County initiating the service. You can choose to opt-out at any time by texting STOP.

If you don’t receive the initial message, you can choose to opt-in by texting the keyword “SUMMITCOUNTY” to the number 91896. After sending the initial keyword, you will be asked to reply “YES” to confirm opt-in. Residents may receive notifications for events, county service disruptions, and more.

For specific text alerts, text one of the following keywords to the number 91896:

• For county road construction, snow plowing, and other updates from Public Works: text SCROADS
• For health advisories and other Health Department updates: text SCHEALTH
• For information on Summit Bike Share: text SCBIKE

Additional notification categories will be released in 2025. Beginning Spring 2025 , residents can receive on-demand information 24/7 by texting 1-2 keywords to Summit County’s TextMyGov number, 435-495-4090. You’ll be able to get quick information about county departments and elected offices, and report concerns.

Childcare Scholarship Program Update

At this week’s County Council meeting, Deputy County Manager, Janna Young, gave an update on the county’s Needs-Based Childcare Scholarship Program, which launched in June of 2024.

Since then, 33 families have enrolled in the program, and more than 100 eligible families are on the waitlist. 

Approximately 35% of applicants were from the North Summit area, 24% from South Summit, and just under 22% from the Snyderville Basin. 

Due to a need to secure ongoing funding, program promotion to onboard new families was paused this year, and the requested funding for 2025 would only cover the families currently enrolled in the program.

Council approved $360k to fund the program in 2025, including an increase of $80k from last year to provide an additional three months of coverage next year for the families currently enrolled. Sixty-thousand dollars of the $360k was set aside for county employees who can receive an FSA match for childcare.

Dakota Pacific Update

Also during this week’s Council session, Summit County Council provided a response to redlines from previous meetings with Dakota Pacific Realt Estate (DPRE).

Among this response was an updated proposal on a number of areas concerning DPRE’s proposal at Kimball Junction:

Council proposed 350 market rate units and 350 affordable housing units and determined that building of the affordable and market rate units would happen at a 1:1 ratio as part of Council’s current structure.

To phase the construction of the proposed 700 units… 

• 170 affordable and 170 market rate would be permitted to be built once the SR 224 project is added to the UDOT Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan, also known as the STIP.
• 50 more housing units of market rate and 50 affordable units would be allowed at the start of the Public Private Partnership (P3) project construction, This project includes a potential SR 224 Bridge, the public plaza and landscaping, the Olympic View Park, and ampitheater, all of which DPRE would be require to pay 50% of the costs to build, up to $10 million.
• 65 units of market rate of 65 affordable would be allowed at the start of the design for the SR 224 Project, and another 65 of each when the project design is completed by UDOT.
• Following that, 125 units of affordable and 125 units of market rate would be approved upon the start of construction on the SR 224 Project.
• And the last 250 units (125 affordable and 125 market rate) could begin construction upon the completion of the SR 224 Project.

A number of additional details were also discussed. For the full picture of where the project stands, we recommend watching the replay of this agenda item from this week’s Council Meeting via the Agenda & Meeting Minutes section on the County website homepage.

News Roundup:

1. There is still time to take the Summit Bike Share End-of-Season survey! What do YOU want to see from the Bike Share next season? Your feedback will help us create a service that best reflects YOUR needs & values. You can take the survey at summitcounty.info/season24.
2. Need a New Year’s Resolution for 2025? Save our night sky! According to area development codes: by the end of this year, on December 31, 2024, all outdoor light bulbs in Park City and unincorporated Summit County must be 3,000 degrees Kelvin or less, and all outdoor lighting fixtures must be fully shielded and down-directed. Pollution of our natural environment is not limited to daytime hours only. Light pollution hinders access to viewing the starry night sky, and has negative impacts on our area’s beloved wildlife, human health and more. This is why your local leaders at both the city and county level have committed to encouraging dark sky-friendly lighting practices! If you have any questions about this ordinance, visit summitcounty.info/darkskies.

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Hey everyone, welcome to another week of news here on Summit in Six. Today we go over a council recap of the Dakota Pacific conversation, the potential formation of a housing authority in Summit County and more. Let’s get into the news!

Dakota Pacific Continues 

Today, we’re diving into the latest updates on the Dakota Pacific project. Here are the key issues they discussed with the council this week:

Water Allocations

The first issue was water allocations. Council raised concerns about water shares for multifamily units, parks, and landscaping. Dakota Pacific assured them they can purchase water shares at a fixed price to address these needs.

Development Fees 

The second item council brought concern around was development fees. Affordable housing will be funded through a tax credit process. They debated how to split the developer fee. Dakota Pacific suggested 30% for themselves and 70% for Summit County, after negotiating down from their original 40%.

Open Space Funding

The third item was open space funding. Dakota Pacific proposed $3.5 million for open spaces, including parks, bridges, and community areas. They’ve added up to $200,000 more to align with council requests.

Housing Mix 

The fourth concern revolved around the housing unit mix as affordable housing remains a challenge. Dakota Pacific insists market-rate units are essential for middle-income earners. They also proposed AMI-restricted units with deed restrictions lasting 20-55 years.

Phasing

The final concern was how the project would be phasing out. Profits for the project will come in the final stages and Dakota Pacific reassured the council their phased plan hasn’t changed.

So what’s next? A draft agreement is in the works. The council will review it at the next meeting, but nothing is finalized yet.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Housing Authority 

Let’s talk about a big conversation in Summit County—there’s a push to establish a Housing Authority. But what exactly is that? A Housing Authority is a public agency focused on managing and providing affordable housing, especially for low- and middle-income families.

To create one, the county must show two things:

1. That Unsafe or unsanitary housing exists.
2. That there’s a lack of affordable, safe housing for moderate- and low-income residents.

Summit County is motivated to establish a housing authority because of the growing housing shortage in our area. The goal? Create solutions for middle- and low-income families who can’t find affordable options.

Four Key Focus Areas for the Potential Housing Authority & Moderate Income Housing Plan

• Data Collection for building a housing and economic data dashboard.
• Employer-Assisted Housing to engage businesses to support housing for their workers.
• Utility Allowance Studies to help offset costs for residents.
• Incentives for Eastern Summit County by encouraging affordable developments with fee waivers and a $50,000 incentive fund in 2025.

The county has already allocated $250,000 for this initiative, with only $81,000 needed to kickstart the dashboard, incentive fund, and studies.

So Why Now?

Eastern Summit County Planning Commission lacks the authority that Snyderville Basin Planning Commission has in place to require affordable housing in new developments. A Housing Authority could help bridge that gap and strengthen partnerships with local towns to create real change.

The council is on board, signaling strong support for this move. Stay tuned as this unfolds!

Summit Bike Share CTA 

Although the 2024 Summit Bike Share season is officially over, we wanted to take some time to reflect on some big wins! The Bike Share had over 17,000 rides this season, a 20% increase from last year! AND, we added two brand-new stations at the Lincoln Station Apartments and Park City Hospital, expanding access to the bikes for our community. 

As we celebrate these wins, we also want to make sure we hear from the community too. What do YOU want to see from the Bike Share next season? 

Take Summit Bike Share’s End-of-Season Survey to help us create a service that best reflects YOUR needs & values. You can take the survey at summitcounty.info/season24. 

Be a Dark Sky Steward
Pollution of our natural environment is not limited to daytime hours only. Light pollution hinders access to viewing the starry night sky, and has negative impacts on our area’s beloved wildlife, human health and more. This is why your local leaders at both the city and county level have committed to encouraging dark sky-friendly lighting practices!

According to area development codes: by the end of this year, on December 31, 2024, all outdoor light bulbs in Park City and unincorporated Summit County must be 3,000 degrees Kelvin or less, and all outdoor lighting fixtures must be fully shielded and down-directed. If you have any questions about this ordinance, visit summitcounty.info/darkskies.

Seasonal Parking in Summit County 

And finally just a reminder that seasonal parking limits went into effect last week, Friday, November 15, and will run through April 15, 2025. This means no on-street parking on County roads (unless otherwise marked by the County) is allowed. For more winter safety reminders, including the winter trash policy from Republic Services and County snow storage guidelines, please visit summitcountyutah.gov/publicworks. 

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Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six. Today, we run through a quick recap of Wednesday’s County Council meeting, which included some budget conversations + updates on Dakota Pacific and Cline Dahle developments. We also dive into some important winter safety reminders for the community to keep in mind now that the snow has arrived! Finally, we wrap things up with some info on dark sky-friendly lighting practices & a holiday vaccination reminder from the Health Department! Alright, let’s get into the news! 

Topic 1 – 2025 County Budget Update 

A quick update on the proposed 2025 county budget discussions. 

Although the Election Results will not be officially certified until Tuesday, November 19, unofficial results indicate that the Emergency Services Sales Tax will pass in Summit County. 

Because the ESST is likely to pass, the Council has chosen not to proceed with Truth in Taxation for the Summit County General Fund this year.  

For more information on the Emergency Services Sales Tax, visit: summitcounty.info/esst. 

Topic 2 – Updates on Cline Dahle and Dakota Pacific 

Up next, we have some quick updates on key development discussions happening in the county. 

Another work session was held on the Cline Dahle RFP at this week’s county council meeting. The Council heard from County Economic Development and Planning Staff, as well as a group of developers in efforts to further refine the RFP for the property. It is expected that the RFP will go out to bid in a couple weeks. This just means that the county will begin accepting design proposals for the property. We’ll keep you updated with more information and potential for public input on the property, as the project continues to move forward. 

The discussions between the County Council and Dakota Pacific also continued at this week’s council meeting. The group reflected on last week’s public hearing, where over 100 community members shared their thoughts on the proposed public-private partnership for the land in Kimball Junction. The group recounted that a majority of the feedback they received from the public was focused on traffic and density concerns. In the end, it’s clear there are still details to work through before the council takes a final vote on DPRE’s development application. The discussion will continue at next week’s council meeting, on Wednesday, November 20. Meeting details can be found at summitcountyutah.gov under the Agenda/Minutes tab. 

Topic 3 – Seasonal Parking Limits 

Seasonal parking limits go into effect TODAY, Friday, November 15, and will run through April 15, 2025. This means no on-street parking on County roads (unless otherwise marked by the County) is allowed. For more winter safety reminders, including the winter trash policy from Republic Services and County snow storage guidelines, please visit summitcountyutah.gov/publicworks. 

Topic 4 – Dark Sky Stewardship 

Pollution of our natural environment is not limited to daytime hours only. Light pollution hinders access to viewing the starry night sky and has negative impacts on our area’s beloved wildlife, human health, and more. This is why your local leaders at both the city and county levels have committed to encouraging dark sky-friendly lighting practices!

Need a New Year’s Resolution for 2025? Save our night sky! According to area development codes: by the end of this year, on December 31, 2024, all outdoor light bulbs in Park City and unincorporated Summit County must be 3,000 degrees Kelvin or less, and all outdoor lighting fixtures must be fully shielded and down-directed. If you have any questions, visit summitcounty.info/darkskies.

Topic 5 – Holiday Vaccines  

Pass the gravy, not the germs, this holiday season. Did you know it takes 2 weeks for most vaccines to be fully protective? The Summit County Health Department encourages members of our community to stay up to date on routine vaccinations to keep Summit County a healthier community for all. Get your flu and/or COVID vaccines this season now so you can be protected by the time the holidays roll in. Reach out to your healthcare provider to schedule your appointment. You can also schedule an appointment with the Summit County Health Department at 435-333-1500. Let’s stay healthy this season!

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Hi everyone and welcome back to another week of Summit County news here on Summit in Six. This week we’ll cover local results from the 2024 General Election, a quick update on last night’s Dakota Pacific Public Hearing, and more. Let’s get into the news!

General Election Results 

The 2024 General Election is over and, while results will not be certified until November 19, we have unofficial results updated as of November 7.

Three council seats were up for election this year, including Summit County Council Seat A where incumbent Roger Armstrong leads with 8,378 votes over Tory Welch, who currently has 6,670 votes.

Tonja Blonquist Hanson ran unopposed for Summit County Council Seat B.

Summit County Council Seat C, currently held by Malena Stevens, who did not run for reelection, has Megan McKenna in the lead at 8,028 votes and Ari Ionnides with 7,002 votes.

The County Assessor, Recorder, Sheriff, and Treasurer were also up for reelection. All incumbents in those offices ran unopposed for another term.

Other ballot initiatives, included Proposition 18, the “Emergency Services Sales Tax” currently with 10,885 votes for and 3,914 votes against.

The North Summit School Bond currently has 803 votes for and 1,057 votes against.

Just under 53% of registered voters in Summit County cast a ballot in this year’s election.

If you would like to see Summit County’s national, state and school district-level results, visit summitcountyutah.gov/elections. 

Results from the 2024 General Election are scheduled to be certified on Tuesday, November 19 at 4 p.m. during County Council. You can attend in-person at the Courthouse or watch online on Zoom or Facebook

Dakota Pacific Public Hearing 

Last night (November 7) the County Council held a public hearing on a proposed update to the Dakota Pacific development agreement which includes a potential public-private partnership between the County and the developer. Representatives from Dakota Pacific recapped the current proposal before members of the public shared their thoughts and input.

Now that Council has received feedback from the public, they will continue to meet with Dakota Pacific in council meetings to further discuss the proposal. Council Chair Malena Stevens explained that Council may vote to approve the development application as it stands, vote to approve it with changes or vote to deny it.

Ongoing discussions are currently scheduled for council meetings on November 13, November 20, and December 4. No date has been scheduled for Council to vote on the application at this time.

General Plan Updates  

There is still time to participate and provide input on the Snyderville Basin and Eastern Summit County General Plan updates. Last year, the community identified 5 objectives to guide future planning and decision-making across Summit County. Now these surveys will be used to determine when, where, and how these objectives should be implemented. 

Visit https://summitcounty.info/gpupdates to get started. Surveys are open for both the Snyderville Basin and Eastern Summit County now through December 2.

Be a Dark Sky Steward
Pollution of our natural environment is not limited to daytime hours only. Light pollution hinders access to viewing the starry night sky, and has negative impacts on our area’s beloved wildlife, human health and more. This is why your local leaders at both the city and county level have committed to encouraging dark sky-friendly lighting practices!

According to area development codes: by the end of this year, on December 31, 2024, all outdoor light bulbs in Park City and unincorporated Summit County must be 3,000 degrees Kelvin or less, and all outdoor lighting fixtures must be fully shielded and down-directed. If you have any questions about this ordinance, visit summitcounty.info/darkskies.

And if you want to dive even deeper on this topic, attend Recycle Utah’s next “Green Drinks” event on November 12 from 6-8pm at Park City Mountain’s Legacy Lodge. Attendees will hear from Axel Pearson of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory who will address the intersection of outdoor lighting and human health, energy efficiency opportunities and emerging research. Register for this event at recycleutah.org.

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Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six! In today’s episode, we have details on next week’s Dakota Pacific public hearing, some election day reminders and lots of local environmentally-focused opportunities to learn and engage. Alright, let’s get into the news!

Council Recap – 10/30/24
Summit County Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Dakota Pacific development application on Thursday, November 7 at 5: 30 p.m. The public hearing will be held at the Newpark Hotel Conference Center (second floor). The public can also join and comment via Zoom. The Zoom ID number can be found in our show notes. (Zoom ID: 772 302 472)

Elections
The 2024 General Election is happening NEXT WEEK on Tuesday, November 5. For information on early voting, election day voting, and dropbox locations and hours, please visit summitcountyutah.gov/elections. As a reminder, if you plan to vote by mail, your ballot must be postmarked by MONDAY, November 4, 2024 – the day before Election Day.

Green Business Program Lunch + Learn
Join the Green Business program on November 13 from 12-1pm at the Blair Education Center for a Lunch and Learn to discuss sustainable commuting options for employees. During this session you will hear from City and County representatives about available incentives, the short and long term plans for reducing traffic, what local businesses are doing to address the traffic issue, and how your business can be a part of the solution. For more info and to sign up, visit recycleutah.org and go on their events page.

Be a Dark Sky Steward
Pollution of our natural environment is not limited to daytime hours only. Light pollution hinders access to viewing the starry night sky, and has negative impacts on our area’s beloved wildlife, human health and more. This is why your local leaders at both the city and county level have committed to encouraging dark sky-friendly lighting practices!

Need a New Year’s Resolution? Save our night sky! According to area development codes: by the end of this year, on December 31, 2024, all outdoor light bulbs in Park City and unincorporated Summit County must be 3,000 degrees Kelvin or less, and all outdoor lighting fixtures must be fully shielded and down-directed. If you have any questions about this ordinance, visit summitcounty.info/darkskies.

And if you want to dive even deeper on this topic, attend Recycle Utah’s next “Green Drinks” event on November 12 from 6-8pm at Park City Mountain’s Legacy Lodge. Attendees will hear from Axel Pearson of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory who will address the intersection of outdoor lighting and human health, energy efficiency opportunities and emerging research. Register for this event at recycleutah.org.

County Lands – Willow Planting
You’re invited to a Willow Planting event at the 910 Cattle Ranch next Wednesday, Nov. 6th from 9am – 2pm hosted by our County Lands and Natural Resources Department. This is a unique opportunity to help restore critical riparian areas and contribute to the long-term health of our local environment.

We will be cutting and planting willows, as well as planting up to 1,500 aspens along a tributary of East Canyon Creek to protect the streambank against erosion and improve wildlife habitat. The work will involve walking across uneven terrain and possibly working near or in water. To learn more about the event and sign up, please visit: summitcounty.info/willowplanting.

General Plan Activities
There is still time to participate and provide input on the Snyderville Basin and Eastern Summit County General Plan updates. Last year, the community identified 5 objectives to guide future planning and decision-making across Summit County. Now these surveys will be used to determine when, where, and how these objectives should be implemented. 

Visit https://summitcounty.info/gpupdates to get started. Surveys are open for both plans until November 18. 

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Hey everyone, welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six. On today’s episode we have some information on voting, some updates regarding the Dakota Pacific Real Estate conversation and some upcoming community Halloweern-season events in Summit County.

TOPIC 1: Voting Info

The 2024 General Election is right around the corner on Tuesday, November 5. For information on early voting, election day voting, and dropbox locations and hours, please visit summitcountyutah.gov/elections. 

As a reminder, if you plan to vote by mail, your ballot must be postmarked by MONDAY, November 4, 2024 – they day before Election Day. 

TOPIC 2: Dakota Pacific Conversation

In this week’s conversation between Dakota Pacific Real Estate and County Council, a schedule/timeline for the Tech Center Development Application was presented. This timeline covered early development phases and an estimated release of residential units and community amenities. If approved, the development agreement revision is projected to be complete by the end of 2024 and DPRE expects occupancy of up to 170 affordable housing units by 2027. The schedule also went over milestones like SR 224 improvements on the State Transportation Improvement Plan and a deadline for when SR 224 construction to be 50% completed by 2031. 

An estimated civic budget was broken down, totaling $39 million for the project. This includes different plan elements such as a parking garage, transit center, pedestrian bridge, trails, and more. The total square footage of the proposed plan is 1,385,000 sq feet.

If you want to learn more and provide input on the current proposal, there will be a public hearing on November 7 at 5:30 pm in the Newpark Hotel Conference Room.  

TOPIC 3: Summit Bike Share

It’s almost time to wave goodbye to the 2024 Summit Bike Share season. Summit Bike Share will head into hibernation next week, Wednesday, October 30. Head on over to summitbikeshare.com to celebrate another awesome season by taking one last ride with us!

TOPIC 4: Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic Nov. 9

On November 9, Summit County Animal Control will host a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm at the Animal Control shelter located at 1745 S Hoytsville Rd.

Thanks to Mirror Lake Veterinary Services for administering these $15 vaccines and providing a free wellness exam to participating pets!

No appointment is necessary. Just show up. Cats must be in carriers and dogs must be on leash.

TOPIC 5: Elks Lodge Luncheon for Seniors 
The Park City Elks Lodge would like to invite all Summit County Seniors for a free luncheon and entertainment on Saturday, November 23rd from 12 – 3 pm at 550 Main Street in Park City. Doors open at 11:30. Bingo and prizes after lunch.

Sign up by November 14th at your local senior center. You can find contact info for each senior center at summitcounty.org/seniors. 

TOPIC 6: Halloween Wellness Fair
Summit County Health is bringing a spooky Health Fair to the Ledges Event Center in Coalville this upcoming Wednesday, October 30 th! Bring your kids to learn about health resources and information around your community. This family friendly resource fair will have activities, prizes and more! There will also be flu and COVID vaccines available with no appointments needed. Come on over to the Ledges Event Center on October 30th at 6pm and join the fun! We hope to see you and your child(ren) there. 

TOPIC 7: Dia de Los Muertos Celebration 

On Friday, November 1 from 5-8 pm, the Arts Council invites the community to gather for a Día de los Muertos celebration at CREATE PC Local Artist Collective in Park City located at 1500 Kearns Blvd., space F110.

This is an event deeply rooted in Mexican traditions, where we will honor the lives of those who have passed while focusing on connection, legacy, and the beauty of life.

During the Día de los Muertos celebration, we will gather to join in creating a collaborative Ofrenda with local artist Ramon Ramos. Everyone will be invited to adorn the Ofrenda with marigolds, photos, or other mementos to honor their loved ones. Visual artist, Allison Martínez-Arocho, will also be leading a free handmade paper flower workshop for all ages.

Throughout the evening, traditional foods will be served, including tamales and pan de muerto. There will also be a performance featuring Aztec dancers and face painting.

This event is free and open to the public…all ages are welcome. This special celebration is provided in partnership with Artes de México en Utah and Summit Community Gardens & EATS.

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What’s up Summit County, welcome back to another week of news on Summit in Six. Today we have some updates on that Yellow Lake Fire, some voting reminders and some community engagement opportunities to announce. Without further ado let’s get into the news!

TOPIC 1: Yellow Lake Fire Update 

We have the latest update on the Yellow Lake Fire Friday, October 18, 2024 at 9:15 AM. 

• Size at time of update: 33,038 Acres
• Containment: 30%

Yellow Lake Fire closure areas were reduced on the Ashley National Forest and the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest as of 6:30 a.m. To read the closure order and see an updated map, visit: https://summitcounty.info/yellowlake1018. 

The entire fire area is receiving rain or snow this morning. About one inch of rain has fallen at lower elevations and six inches of snow has been reported at higher elevations such as Bald Mountain Pass on Mirror Lake Highway, SR150.

A winter storm warning is in effect through midnight with temperatures well below freezing.

Many fire resources are being released this afternoon due to weather and minimal fire behavior. The remaining crews are taking advantage of fireline downtime to do tool maintenance, training and extensive After-Action Reviews (AAR). In this process, crews discuss in-depth what they have been doing on the fire; what worked well; what could have been improved; how it could have been improved, and lessons learned. The AAR is a standard process in all levels of incident management.

This morning, a few firefighters are speaking to students at local Elementary Schools, including in Kamas, to personally thank them for their creative thank you cards.

Team transition will begin on Sunday from the California Interagency Incident Management Team 2 to the local Type 3 team comprised primarily of personnel from the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache and Ashley National Forests.

A community meeting will be held on Saturday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. in the Kamas Middle School Auditorium to discuss the transition, including fire area rehabilitation and closures.

To stay up-to-date on Yellow Lake Fire information, please visit summitcounty.info/yellowlakefire. 

TOPIC 2: Voter Season Reminder

The Clerk’s Office began mailing ballots earlier this week on Tuesday, October 15 so be on the lookout for your ballot in the post! If you do not receive your ballot in the mail, please contact the Clerk’s Office at elections@summitcountyutah.gov or by calling 435-336-3040.

Did you know? You can track the status of your mail-in ballot, from outbound to accepted, by using Track My Ballot (aka: BallotTrax). Sign up to track your ballot at summitcounty.info/trackmyballot.  

For more information on the Nov. 5 General Election, including voter registration deadlines and early voting, dropbox and election day voting locations and hours, please visit: summitcounty.info/2024generalelection.

TOPIC 3: Low Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic Nov. 9

On November 9, Summit County Animal Control will host a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic from 10:30am to 2:30pm at the Animal Control shelter located at 1745 S Hoytsville Rd.

Thanks to Mirror Lake Veterinary Services for administering these $15 vaccines and also for providing a free wellness exam to participating pets!

No appointment necessary. Just show up. Cats must be in carriers and dogs must be on leash.

TOPIC 4: Elks Lodge Luncheon for Seniors 

The Park City Elks Lodge would like to invite all Summit County Seniors for a free luncheon and entertainment on Saturday, November 23rd from 12 – 3pm at 550 Main Street in Park City. Doors open at 11:30. Bingo and prizes after lunch.

Sign up by November 14th at your local senior center. You can find contact info for each senior center at summitcounty.org/seniors

TOPIC 5: Halloween Wellness Fair 
Summit County Health is bringing a spooky Health Fair to the Ledges Event Center in Coalville on Wednesday October 30th! Bring your kids to learn about health resources and information around your community. This family friendly resource fair will have activities, prizes and more! There will also be flu and COVID vaccines available with no appointments needed. Come on over to the Ledges Event Center on October 30th at 6pm and join the fun! We hope to see you and your child(ren) there.

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Today we cover:

• Yellow Lake Fire
• Election ballots hitting mailboxes next week
• Upcoming health and wellness events

Yellow Lake Fire Update
This is a Yellow Lake Fire Update as of October 11 at 11 AM. So keep in mind that this information may be outdated by the time you tune in.

According to the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forests, Heber-Kamas Ranger District, new closures are now in effect due to the #YellowLakeFire. The area closure includes all roads, trails, trailheads, parking areas and campgrounds starting at the Pine Valley campground going West on the North side of Mirror Lake Highway – Highway 150, all the way to the Yellow Pine Trailhead (known to Summit County area locals as “Slate Creek” area).

We want to make sure our residents understand, so we will reiterate that this includes the north side of Mirror Lake Highway in Summit County from Yellow Pine Trailhead to the Highline Trail, north to Smith-Morehouse and Gardners Fork at the top of Weber Canyon.

All of that may sound confusing as we rattle off a list of a  bunch of trailheads and campgrounds…so we suggest you take a look at updated maps and to stay informed about this fire by visiting: summitcounty.info/yellowlakefire

Now a note on how to stay updated during times of emergency:
Iif you want to receive text updates specifically on Summit County’s fire outlook and conditions, Red Flag Warnings, prescribed burns, active fire updates, and more text: SCFIREINFO (no spaces) to 888777.

Another way to receive more targeted emergency alerts is to visit: summitcountyalerts.org.
Get notified about emergencies and other important community information by signing up for our Summit County Emergency Alert Program powered by the Everbridge emergency notification platform. This system helps us provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as emergencies, unexpected road closures, missing persons, special event impacts and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. You will receive time-sensitive messages wherever you specify, such as your home, mobile or business phones, email address, text messages, in the Everbridge App and more.

Sheriff’s App
On that same topic of public safety: did you know the Summit County Sheriff’s Department has launched a new app? Search “Summit County Sheriff” on the App Store on Google Play and have instant access to essential information at your fingertips. You can: Text 911, Contact the department, view lists of inmates and sex offenders, view job openings to join the department’s team, and see a list of community-wide programs being run.

Senior Wellness Seminar
The 19th Annual Caregiver Conference is on Friday, November 8, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at doTERRA (389 S 1300 W, Pleasant Grove) and virtually. This year’s theme is Mind, Body, Heart: Boosting Caregiver Resilience, with a keynote address by Jody Moore, a popular life coach and host of the Better Than Happy podcast. If you care for a senior loved one, this conference is for you. Register today at: magutah.gov/cg

Halloween Wellness Fair
Summit County Health is bringing a spooky Health Fair to the Ledges Event Center in Coalville on Wednesday October 30th! Bring your kids to learn about health resources and information around your community. This family friendly resource fair will have activities, prizes and more! There will also be flu and COVID vaccines available with no appointments needed. Come on over to the Ledges Event Center on October 30th at 6pm and join the fun! We hope to see you and your child(ren) there.

Election Ballots
Ballots are being mailed on Tuesday (10/15) so voters should be on the lookout for them in their mail at the end of next week and into the weeknd.

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Today, we cover… 

• Continued conversations related to a potential public-private partnership with Dakota Pacific
• Voter reminders
• Opportunity for Summit County photographers to get involved in our calendar competition 
• Yellow Lake fire updates

Topic 1: Continued DPRE Discussions 

The conversation between Dakota Pacific Real Estate and Summit County continues. In this week’s county council meeting, representatives from DPR walked the council through a master plan concept that had sketches of the proposed residential areas, amphitheater and plaza that were discussed last week. The County Council discussed the improvements that were made on integrating open space with the existing goals of fitting 500 market rate housing units and an additional 250 affordable housing units. 

Speaking of open space, DPR also went over a map of different walkable trails in the proposal and mentioned that they aim to connect these new trails to the already existing trails and open space network to the south. One of the overall goals in this project is to have this newly developed area benefit and add to the surrounding areas inviting people in to use services and community amenities. The council plans on doing a site visit with the developers next week to get a better idea of the proposed sketches.

To watch the full work session, visit summitcounty.info/councilrecording. 

Please keep in mind these are work sessions, which means no formal action is being taken during the meetings; Council and Dakota Pacific are just working through the details of this potential partnership in public.

Topic 2: Voter reminders

Voting season is right around the corner. We want to remind everyone to register to vote if you are not already registered. You can check your voter registration status at vote.utah.gov. Make sure that both your residential and mailing addresses are correct so that you can receive your ballot in the mail, which will be mailed out on October 15. After the ballots are mailed out, you will have three weeks to return your ballot. 

There are three ways you can turn in your ballot. You can return your ballot to any of the 10 dropboxes in Summit County. Alternatively, you can put your ballot in a mailbox if postmarked and mailed back before November 4th, or you can vote in person on October 31st, November 1st, November 2nd, or November 4th. That’s the Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday before the election. If you choose to vote in person you can vote at the Richins building from 8AM to 1PM or you can vote at the Coalville Courthouse from 8 AM to 4PM. Note that voting closes at 1PM on Saturday the 2nd. On election day there will be four voting centers you can choose from and those are The Richins building in Kimball Junction, The Park City Hall Building on Marsac Avenue, Coalville City Hall, and the South Summit Services Building in Kamas. On election day, which is November 5, you can vote any time from 7AM to 8PM.

Topic 3: Calendar Submissions

Calling everyone who loves to photograph Summit County scenery! We want to include YOUR photos in our 2025 Summit County Calendar. Submit now through October 5 at summitcounty.info/calendar25 for a chance to showcase your photography.

All images must be taken in Summit County, be YOUR original work, and be high-resolution (that means no smartphone photos)! 

Winners will receive 3 calendars and will be featured on Summit County’s social media channels! We can’t wait to see your submissions. Once again, submit now through October 5 at summitcounty.info/calendar25.

Topic 4: Yellow Lake fire updates

By now, you’ve probably heard of the Yellow Lake Fire, which is burning in Wasatch County east of Mill Hollow Reservoir on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest and sending drift smoke across many parts of Summit County.

Thanks to continued hard work by fire crews, the Yellow Lake Fire is 18% contained, and currently mapped at 3112 acres. A red flag warning is in effect, and the area continues to see unseasonably high warm and dry conditions. 

These conditions also increased Summit County’s Fire Danger Level from Moderate to Very High. Burn permits are closed until the weather is safer for burning.

While the Yellow Lake Fire is actively burning, air quality may be poor throughout locations of Summit County, especially in the morning hours. During this time, sensitive groups should use caution or remain indoors when drift smoke is present.

For real-time air monitoring in Summit County visit: https://www.summitcountyhealth.org

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Today, we cover… 

• Continued conversations related to a potential public-private partnership with Dakota Pacific
• Upcoming open house related to the General Plan Update process
• Opportunity for Summit County photographers to get involved in our calendar competition 

Topic 1: Continued DPRE Discussions 

The Summit County Council and representatives from Dakota Pacific continued their conversation regarding a public-private partnership on the Kimball Junction development property this week. 

The conversation focused largely on open and public spaces that could be offered through the partnership, which includes corridors and streets designed to be pedestrian focused (think: corridors with 15 ft. sidewalks and a woonerf, or living street, that forces cars to slow down), as well as an amphitheater and other designated park-like areas. 

The group also discussed a residential layout concept broken out between two different residential areas, A + B. In Dakota Pacific’s design concept, Residential Area A would be primarily apartments or larger condo buildings approximately 3-4 stories high, while Residential Area B would be lower density housing types like townhomes. 

In terms of density or number of units, Dakota Pacific is looking at 500 total market rate units and an additional 250 Affordable Units. In that 750 unit count, they’d like to include 90 Senior Units delivered through a licensed assisted / independent / memory care facility. 

To watch the full work session, visit summitcounty.info/councilrecording. 

Please keep in mind these are work sessions, which means no formal action is being taken during the meetings; Council and Dakota Pacific are just working through the details of this potential partnership in public. 

Eventually, before any decisions are made, there will be a public comment opportunity for the community to weigh in on a more defined proposal. For now, Council and Dakota Pacific will  continue these discussions with another work session at next week’s Council meeting, so be sure to tune in! 

Topic 2: General Plan Open House

Join Summit County staff for an Open House focused on the Snyderville Basin General Plan Update on October 1 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Richins Building (1885 W Ute Blvd). 

For some context: a general plan is a guiding document that is used to inform future decisions about the built environment. Community input is used to create policies. Policies become rules. And the built environment conforms with those rules. We need to hear from you now so that we can plan for the future!

At this event, you’ll learn more about the different elements of a General Plan and have the chance to give feedback that will shape the future of your community, so don’t miss out! 

To learn more about the general plan update process, please visit summitcounty.info/generalplanupdates. 

Topic 3: Calendar Submissions

Calling everyone who loves to photograph Summit County scenery! We want to include YOUR photos in our 2025 Summit County Calendar. Submit now through October 5 at summitcounty.info/calendar25 for a chance to showcase your photography.

All images must be taken in Summit County, be YOUR original work, and be high-resolution (that means no smartphone photos)! 

Winners will receive 3 calendars and will be featured on Summit County’s social media channels! We can’t wait to see your submissions. Once again, submit now through October 5 at summitcounty.info/calendar25.

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