St. George City Pool and Various Special Events Throughout Hydrotube Or the Sand Hollow Aquatic the Summer for All Ages

IN THIS ISSUE: UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THE NEW AIRPORT

Summer 2007 ENERGY IN SOUTHERN UTAH Coal Fired Generation Facility Brings Positive Outlook

TAMARISKS Willows Help with Tamarisk Problem

SUMMER FUN! ST. GEORGE Check out the 3 Month Calendar THANKS SKYWEST! Congratulations on 35 Years of Serving our Community

YOUR SOURCE FOR CITY NEWS, ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS & INFORMATION Summer 2007 INSIDE ST. GEORGE / Summer 2007 / VOLUME 2 / ISSUE 3 4 BUILDING SOUTHERN UTAHʼS NEW GATEWAY The New St. George Airport 6 WWW.SGCITY.ORG Information About all City Facilities and More 7 THE DANGERS OF TAMARISK ALONG WATERWAYS Steps taken to Beautify and Protect against Tamarisk 8 WATER IN SOUTHERN UTAH ST. GEORGE By: Marc Mortensen New Airport (p.4) 9 ENERGY IN SOUTHERN UTAH By: Marc Mortensen 10 WHERE DO YOUR TAX DOLLARS GO? Part One - General Fund 11 MAKE A “SPLASH WITH YOUR KIDS” By: Steve Bingham Concert in the Park (p.12) 12 CONCERT IN THE PARK SERIES 2007 Free Admission 13 THE ST. GEORGE REC CENTER A Hub of Opportunities 14 SHADOW MOUNTAIN PARK A Beautiful Park with Something for Everyone Featured Park (p.14) 15 PRIMETIME PERFORMERS Receive First Place in Ireland “St. Patrickʼs Day Parade” 16 PAINTAMERICA “TOP 100” Making its Final Appearance in St. George 18 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Plan your 4th of July Activities 23 CONTACT INFO 4th of July Events (p.18) City Officials Numbers & Emails

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2 Inside St. George Summer 2007 Mayorʼs Column heritage and a very promising future. I hope everyone has an enjoyable and safe Independence This year SkyWest Airlines is inside stuff Day celebration with their families celebrating 35 years of outstanding and loved ones and an exceptional and unprecedented service. I summer season. Be sure to take applaud their success and dedication advantage of the many recreational to St. George as their corporate opportunities offered through the headquarters. St. George and Leisure Services Department like SkyWest have, in a way, grown up the award winning Lil’ Detectives together since the early 1970’s. program and Sunsational Days of Thirty five years ago, no one would Summer activities! have thought that this hometown airline would ever become the largest This time of year I hope that regional carrier in the United States. Greetings from the City of everyone is conservation minded I remember as a young man being St. George! It used to be that with the water and electricity that at the airport when they switched to summer was a slow time of year they use. It not only benefits each the twin engine Navajos and later, in Utah’s Dixie but that doesn’t of us by lowering our monthly being given an opportunity to ride seem to be the case anymore utility bills, but helps conserve the over the Grand Canyon in the back as St. George and surrounding precious resources that make our of the plane when the mayor and Gareas have become real year- lives more enjoyable. Please check city council were invited to go on an around destinations. This time your irrigation systems to ensure inaugural flight. And now, to have the

of year causes me, as I’m sure it that you are watering between 8: service level we7.875" do and to be on the does with many of you, to reflect 00 pm and 8:00 am. If we all do this brink of regional jet service with the on the freedoms we have come millions of gallons of water can be building of the replacement airport. to love in this great country at the saved. By raising our thermostats Congratulations Jerry and all those expense of so many American a degree or two and paying associated with this great corporation. heroes, both present and past. better attention to the wise use of What a ride it has been! I feel extremely grateful to live electricity the community and the in one of the greatest cities in environment will benefit. the country with a rich pioneer Funtastic Family Fair August 18, 2007

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As city officials meet and converse with citizens throughout the community there seems to be a set of consistently asked questions from the public. Some of the commonly asked questions seem to focus on the replacement airport. They Aare as follows: Will the City of St. George ever build the replacement airport? inside stuff There hasn’t been any construction occurring and there are no visible signs of progress so, what if anything is happening with the project? Why do we need to build the replacement airport in the first place? These questions are frequently heard throughout our community. While the wait to start the project has been a long one, significant progress has been made in the last few months that will lead to some signs of visible progress in the near future.

After waiting nearly a decade, the City received the final environmental approval called the Record of Decision Council with a $17,200,000.00 grant to vehicle called a Letter of Intent (LOI). An from the Federal Aviation Administration begin the project. These grant proceeds LOI would act similar to a letter of credit in August 2006. This approval indicates are being used to complete the remaining from the FAA that the City could use to the project plan meets or exceeds all land acquisition for the project. The City accelerate the availability of funding and federal environmental guidelines and that currently owns approximately 450 acres the construction timetable for the project. an acceptable plan has been developed of the nearly 1,500 total acres needed The request for an LOI was presented to to determine the overall environmental for the project. the FAA in Washington, D.C. in March of impact of the project. As part of this this year. Although initial response has effort, a plan to mitigate the impact the With the project cleared to move forward, been very favorable at all levels of FAA, project will have on the environment was the City is in the process of putting the the City will not receive formal notification developed and approved. The level of finishing touches on an updated cost regarding this request until later this planning and environmental scrutiny estimate and financial plan for the summer. Once a formal response has been conducted as part of this review process project. As seen in other segments of the received the City will finalize the financial was more significant than any other local economy, the cost of construction plan for the remainder of the project. similar project and, in fact, set a new in Southern Utah and the cost of land standard for all future airport projects in have both increased significantly in the The City has also been busy selecting the the country. More planning and analysis past few years. Adjusting the projected team of airport engineers and designers was accomplished as part of the review cost for each of the pieces of the that will make the project start to take process for the new St. George Airport project puzzle resulted in a new project shape. An effort as large and complex as than was conducted on the much cost estimate of between $170 million the design of a new airport has several larger and arguably more complicated and $190 million. This estimate also dynamics that require very specialized modernization project currently being established an opening date for the expertise in order to ensure that the new considered by the City of Chicago for airport of January 2011. airport will meet all Federal regulations O’Hare International Airport. and requirements. For the replacement Using this estimate, the City has opened St. George Municipal Airport the City The final Record of Decision in hand, discussions with the FAA, the State of determined that three specific design the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Utah and other local governing bodies to disciplines would be required; the design Administration Marian Blakey visited St. arrive at a financial plan for the project. A of the airports’ runways and taxiways, George on September 25, 2006 to key component of this plan is additional the design of landside improvements present Mayor McArthur and the City grants from the FAA through a funding such as parking lots, entrance roads

4 Inside St. George Summer 2007 and utilities and finally architectural design design of the new terminal and other airport for the passenger terminal and other buildings buildings. Through its Denver and Salt Lake on the new airport. After a nearly five month City offices, RS & H will be responsible for selection process as required by FAA, the creating the overall theme of the airport that City has chosen the airport engineering firm will add to the overall experience of flying PBS & J to complete the design of the airfield. through the new airport. RS & H specializes PBS & J has designed the last two brand in design of terminal buildings in communities new airports to be built in the United States the size of St. George while bringing to the and provides a vast wealth of experience and project extensive experience in design and expertise to the project. development of terminals and airport buildings throughout the country and internationally. The local firm of Creamer and Noble has One of the first phases of the RS & H effort been hired to complete the design of the will be to conduct public forums for elected landside elements of the project. Creamer officials and for the general public to express and Noble has been the design engineering their ideas and vision for the terminal and how firm for the current airport for over two best to blend the terminal into our community. decades and brings to the project the local contacts and networking needed to ensure While not visible to the eye as yet, the that the new airport blends in well with all of replacement airport project has started the other projects and construction ongoing in moving forward over the past few months. the St. George area. As the financial plan for the airport is finalized and the design of the facilities For the most visible portion of the project, moves ahead, we can no doubt look the City has chosen the firm Reynolds forward to the visible signs of construction Smith and Hills to complete the architectural on the horizon.

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Summer 2007 Inside St. George 5 The last weekday flight to St. George from Los Angeles arrives at 11:15 PM. St. George Golf Club has five tee times available next Saturday. The City of St. George only receives 13.6 cents per each dollar spent on property taxes by residents. The “Dive-In” movie Charlotte’s Web will be shown at the Sand Hollow Aquatic Center on July 16th at 9:00 pm. The new Snow Park frontage road along I-15 will be completed next year! This is just a sampling of the variety of information that can be found all in one place only on the City’s website, www.sgcity.org. Nearly 75% of all questions asked to city employees by the public on a weekly basis can be found on the site. In fact, you’ll probably learn more about the City by spending an hour on its website than you could in three weeks trying to locate and visit with personnel in every one of its twelve departments. As the City continues to grow so do the services and information that are available on the website. From paying utility bills to learning what’s on the next City Council agenda, there is something important for everyone at www.sgcity.org. Below are a few of the pages of interest you’ll want to check out the next time you’re on the web: Airport The St. George Municipal Airport is the aviation gateway to Southern Utah located just two minutes from downtown St. George. On the airport webpage you’ll find links to all Delta Connections/SkyWest and Untied Express flights plus information pertaining to terminal operations and safety and airline security. There’s also a section for updates on the status of the replacement airport and redevelopment plan. Traffic and Transportation One of the hottest topics in our ever expanding Southern Utah area is traffic. The traffic and transportation pages provide surfers interactive options to ask questions of the traffic staff and make comments and suggestions regarding current and future projects. You will also find an up-to-date list of road construction projects and their status as well as information regarding the City’s traffic master plan. Police The police webpage is the most interactive on the site offering visitors a variety of information and options to become more familiar with crime statistics and prevention. Visitors to the site can look-up and pay outstanding warrants, submit crime tips, police reports and learn how to better protect themselves and their families. Links to the State of Utah Sex Registry, Washington County Sheriffs Office and other site are also provided. In addition, live Amber Alert information can be viewed 24/7. Water and Energy Conservation Many citizens want to make the right ethical decision when it comes to the environment but don’t know where to turn to become better �� educated on the topic of conservation. The water and energy conservation pages provide visitors with tips to reduce use while saving money on bills. See what Energy Services is doing with solar power as part of its new net metering program. These pages offer visitors �� resources and educational information exclusive to the St. George area. �� City Codes and Ordinances �� What’s the height restriction for buildings in St. George? What are �� the legal requirements I need to follow to install a swimming pool �� in my back yard? Answers to these questions and thousands more �� can be found by clicking the City Codes link on the City homepage. �� Ordinances and codes can be found by section or a search engine is �� provided to help you find your topic. This interactive feature is updated regularly to reflect changes made to ordinances by elected officials. �� Leisure Services �� Anyone interested in a healthy lifestyle for both themselves and their family �� can find endless recreational programs and opportunities on the leisure �� services webpage. Information and interactive features on the St. George Marathon, Sunsational Days of Summer, park and trail maps, recreation �� center, pools, art museums and upcoming events are only a click away. �� Whether we recognize it or not, local government plays a vital role in �� our and our family’s lives. Become familiar with services and programs �� available to assist you in making the most out of your experience in �� Southern Utah by going to www.sgcity.org.

6 Inside St. George Summer 2007 The Dangers of Tamarisk Along Waterways inside stuff Since the January 2005 floods, a number Wildlife Impact of local, state and federal agencies have The tamarisk stands become so thick that been working together to not only secure deer, large birds and other wildlife have and re-build streambeds in Washington a difficult time walking through them and County but re-vegetate them as well. begin to look for less congested areas for feeding paths and bedding areas. The SHealthy streams and riparian areas are best habitat is the native plants and trees naturally resilient which allows recovery like coyote willows, cottonwood, quail bush from natural disturbances such as flooding and the four-wing salt brush. Very few if (Florsheim & Coats, 1997). When stream any animals actually eat tamarisk. and riparian areas like the Santa Clara River or Fort Pierce Wash are degraded by Extreme Water Usage floods, lack of maintenance, or other factors Each tamarisk plant consumes on like tamarisk, excessive flooding, erosion, average about 300 gallons of water per and sedimentation will often increase. day. This typically leaves nearby native plants and shrubs to wither for lack of In an effort to minimize flooding and create water. While willows and cottonwoods and maintain healthy riparian areas in the use about the same amount of water as County, the City of St. George, the Virgin tamarisk, they do not spread as far from River Program, Utah Division of Wildlife, the stream channel. Thus tamarisk uses Boy Scouts of America, Southern Utah considerably more water on a river wide University, City of Santa Clara, National scale than native plants. Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), Southern Utah Democrats, Washington Safety County Schools, Dixie State College, and Due to their dense growth, tamarisk various other community groups have sometimes becomes a cover partnered to plant native plant species Tamarisk Plant along the Virgin River under which transient camps are along the Santa Clara and Virgin Rivers established. Networks of tunnels can and Fort Pierce Wash. be found in tamarisk stands permitting Severe Fire Hazard instant cover for those trying not to Locally, willows have been deemed Tamarisk are extremely flammable and burn be seen along city trails and around by hydrologists, biologists and geo- hot for extended periods of time. Four years neighborhood subdivisions. morphologists as the plant of choice in ago a section of tamarisk along the Virgin the lowland areas along streambeds. The River nearly burnt down more than ten The State of Utah has issued the City planting of willows has long been viewed homes and the potential will return after a of St. George a fire protection grant in as a natural and beneficial way to protect few more years of growth. the amount of $50,000 to eliminate as areas from erosion damage associated much tamarisk along the stream ways with flood events because they have a Flood and Erosion Hazard as possible to make way for willows. flexible stem that bends when confronted Tamarisk are deep rooted and have by water or debris. Willows and other extremely stiff stems. When flood waters Although the window on willow planting native plants like the four-wing salt brush, come tamarisk do not bend but force has passed as we move into the warm quail bush and rabbit bush also provide water to go around them. Debris gathers summer season, re-vegetation efforts excellent habitat for wildlife in our area. against the tamarisk forcing water to will resume in the fall and opportunities change direction and erode banks and to volunteer will be available. For anyone When planted properly, willows thrive eventually move outside the river channel. who may be interested in a planting in these areas and begin to develop The Santa Clara River in 2005 was a great project in October 2007 through March buds in late March and early April. The example of how destructive tamarisk can 2008 please contact Marc Mortensen objective is to get willows established be resulting in 20 homes plunging into the with the City of St. George (627-4000) before the tamarisk so they can become raging current and many millions of dollars or [email protected]. If other the dominant species. Tamarisk poses of public infrastructure lost. Three years ago communities are interested, please a real problem along streams for the tamarisk was the main cause of flooding contact Steve Meismer with the Virgin following reasons: along the Fort Pierce Wash. River Program (673-3617).

Summer 2007 Inside St. George 7 Water in Southern Utah

of approximately 100,000 people. Integrating water and energy efficiency Beyond that amount, new water into new construction improves sources will have to be developed. performance and lowers the amount of resource needed to comfortably The most viable option is to develop maintain a home or commercial building. the water rights Washington County has in Lake Powell. Construction The Water Services Department is of the Lake Powell pipeline project not only responsible for delivering

inside stuff will be managed by the Washington high quality culinary water; it is also County Water Conservancy District. responsible for the sewer collection and treatment system. This is a Other avenues to address water regional system serving St. George, demand include utilizing all irrigation Santa Clara, Washington and Ivins water rights available to the City. A cities. As areas have been developed, new ordinance requires developers sewer line easements have been to install water lines for a secondary encroached on. This has made it Since the early 1900’s the City of water system in new subdivisions. difficult and in some cases impossible St. George has been dedicated to This will allow the City to serve to maintain the sewer collection providing safe drinking water for all those areas with irrigation water system. The City is asking residents customers. The Water Services for landscaping uses. This greatly to be aware of utility easements on Department has evolved over time as reduces the demand on culinary their property and to make sure those have state and federal regulations. water sources. easements are maintained. Swimming SThe most recent regulation change pools, block walls, garden sheds etc, is in regard to arsenic levels. The Additionally, the Water Services constructed on easements limit access Environmental Protection Agency Department has recently completed and the ability to maintain the utility (EPA) reduced the allowed levels a reuse or gray water plant. This infrastructure within those easements. from 50 parts per billion (ppb) to 10 plant treats effluent from the Waste ppb. This ruling became effective Water Treatment Plant to bring it up The Water Services Department strives in January of 2006. St. George, to irrigation water quality. Water from to continue providing high quality culinary along with most other cities, is now this plant is now being used to irrigate water, to expand the available irrigation operating under an extension to the some large facilities such as golf quality water and provide waste water year 2009 to comply with the ruling. courses and eventually parks. treatment. This is done by working cooperatively with other area municipalities, The highest levels of arsenic are Conservation, the wise use of water, organizations and customers. found in some of the Southern Utah is seen by the Water Services area wells. Traditionally arsenic Department as an additional water More information on conservation is removed through the water source. The more water saved programs and water quality can treatment process. However, the through efficiency improvements, be found on the City’s website at City’s surface water sources are very the further existing resources can www.sgcity.org. low in arsenic. By blending ground meet demand. The City has several water from wells with the water from conservation programs available to the Quail Creek Water Treatment assist customers in reducing use. Plant, the overall arsenic level meets the EPA standard. Blending Ultra Low Flow Toilet Rebate water sources is a much more cost Free Residential Lawn Water Audits effective means of meeting the EPA Scheduled to start summer of 2007 standard than construction and Water Efficient Appliance Rebates operation of a treatment plant. targeted at dishwashers and clothes washers Planning to meet water demands of the future is an ongoing effort Additionally, the City is working with for Water Services Department the Southern Utah Home Builders staff. Current water sources will Association (SUHBA) to offer a series meet the demand for a population of free seminars on green building.

8 Inside St. George Summer 2007 Energy in Southern Utah

The St. George winter peak demand inside stuff is approximately 100 megawatts (MW). Since the release of the Al Gore Natural gas prices are very volatile and During the hottest months of the summer, documentary, “An Inconvenient Truth,” transmission into the Rocky Mountain June, July and August, the current peak can we have been inundated by the media on region is limited. Natural gas is a viable reach 170 MW. The energy needed to meet the causes and effects of global warming. option to provide peak energy demand, the summer peak is the most expensive Whether scientists agree or not on this issue, but not base load. Renewable resources energy to provide, both with respect to the the global warming debate is having a major such as wind and solar generation are cost of the energy and the infrastructure Simpact on the electric utility industry and not abundant or stable enough to meet needed to transmit and deliver the energy. the City of St. George is no exception. In the base load demand and in the case planning for future energy needs the Energy of wind, not stable enough to meet peak The Energy Services Department staff has Services Department reviews and evaluates load requirements. Wind generation is implemented several strategies to combat this all resource options to meet the projected difficult to schedule as it only produces issue. One is the construction of the Millcreek load. The process includes determining the when the wind blows. At times wind Generation Facility, a natural gas fired plant in the amount and type of energy needed for the generation provides as much as 200 MW Millcreek Industrial Park. The City estimates the next day, week, month, year and beyond. of energy for the western states. When the summer load, develops a proposed run schedule wind stops blowing this amount of energy and secures natural gas purchases when prices In the utility industry base load describes the is abruptly lost and affects the stability are low. This helps to “hedge” or avoid making energy needed 24 hours a day significant energy market purchases. seven days a week (24/7). Base Additionally, the City has implemented load energy is provided primarily a net metering program. This program through coal-fired generation. provides incentives to customers who The City is currently working install photovoltaic (solar) generation with other utility and electrical on their homes or businesses. generation companies to develop These systems generate electricity an 86 MW coal fired generation during the day when the peak use facility to meet future base load is greatest. Although currently the demand. Initially the start date amount of solar generation used for the plant was slated for 2010. is very limited, the City is hoping to However, due to issues related increase this resource over time. to air quality, the start date has been moved tentatively to 2011, The Dixie Conservation Alert Program and this could be extended. The is another strategy used to mitigate air permit process started three years ago of transmission systems. To counter that the peak demand. This program is operated and the actual release to proceed is unknown. problem, some regional energy groups are in cooperation with Dixie Escalante Electric, This is primarily due to environmental considering requiring natural gas generation Hurricane Power and Washington City Power units constructed as back up to the wind concerns regarding CO2 emissions. as well as the City of St. George. During the generation. This creates environment issues summer months, alerts will be issued to advise There are several positive aspects to the as well, adding significantly to the cost of customers of the expected energy load. The building of this plant. The plant will use waste renewable resources. City is hopeful that customers will be aware coal for its fuel source. This is coal that if not of system energy use, particularly during the used, will be sent to a landfill. Additionally, the Another issue associated with renewable peak hours of 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm and reduce plant will use the best available technology energy is the demand from states that their individual energy use during this time. to reduce the amount of emissions released. have mandated renewable portfolio Alternatives to coal are available however they standards. States such as California are are not able to meet the base load demand. buying as much renewable energy as Information on the conservation alert Natural gas produces fewer emissions than possible, raising the cost and limiting the can be found on the City’s website coal, but it’s a fossil fuel that also produces CO . amounts available to other entities. at www.sgcity.org. The Spectrum 2 newspaper will also have the status 2007 RESOURCE 2008 RESOURCE noted on the front page and KCSG TV PORTFOLIO PORTFOLIO will convey the information on nightly newscasts. For more information, please contact René Fleming at [email protected].

Summer 2007 Inside St. George 9 Where Do Your Tax Dollars Go? Part 1 General Fund

Have you wondered about how much Fact: Utah municipalities receive From protecting our community to the City of St. George receives in an average of only 15% of personal putting out fires to maintaining roads annual revenue and where those property taxes paid and parks, the City of St. George dollars go? The fact is, very few St. George: For each $1 paid in provides virtually every essential people preoccupy their time with the property taxes, the City of St. George service that contributes to your quality City’s annual budget because they receives 14.9¢, which is only 13.6% of of life. So how does the City pay for Hare busy trying to manage their own the general services it provides and General Fund revenues

inside stuff finances. In contrast, almost every how are the dollars being spent? This citizen wants to know that their tax GENERAL FUND year’s General Fund budget is almost dollars and other public funds are $46.5 million.GENERAL The following FUND graphs being spent responsibly and that they The City’s General Fund is used to below showOPERATING the budgeted STATEMENT revenues are getting their money’s worth. account for services provided for the and expenditures.2007-2008 general health, welfare, and safety ofREVENUES In January 2006, Dan Jones & As the graph illustrates, Public Safety our citizens. Based upon the natureTaxes of $29,740,000 Associates released a survey these services, citizens are generallyLicenses &services Permits account for one third of$3,355,950 the commissioned by the Utah League IntergovernmentalCity’s Fiscal Year 2008 General$3,615,477 Fund not charged a “user fee” for these Charges for Services $3,584,665 of Cities & Towns which addressed services. These services include PublicFines & Forfeituresbudget. The Police Department’s$897,250 Utah citizens’ perceptions and ratings Safety, Public Works, Leisure Services,Other Revenuesportion is almost 26% and the Fire$5,283,855 of government entities; ratings of Development Services, Community Department’sTOTAL portion is about $46,477,1977%.GENERAL FUND government tax dollar management; Development, and General Government Public Works is comprised of streets,OPERATING STATEMENT and perceptions of sales, property, functions. The City’s General Fund does fleet management, engineering, 2007-2008 Other Revenues income taxes, and user fees. not include revenues and expenditures$5,283,855 airport, andREVENUES administration. The 11% Taxes Category Detail by Source Fines & Forfeitures largest function within the Public accounted for by separate, specialized Taxes Sales Tax $29,740,000 The survey found that 76% rate $897,250 16,640,000 Franchise funds such as Enterprise 2%Funds, Capital Works Department’sLicenses & Permits2008 budget55.95% is Taxes$3,355,950 Taxes 5,900,000 Charges for Services Intergovernmental $3,615,477 municipal government as “Excellent or the Streets$29,740,000 Division which accounts for 19.84% Project Funds, etc. (which$3,584,665 are also 64% Charges for Services $3,584,665 Good” overall and 53% rate municipal 8% discussed herein). 10.5% of theFines General & Forfeitures Fund budget. $897,250 government as “Excellent or Good” Intergovernmental Other Revenues $5,283,855 $3,615,477 in managing tax dollars. 53% was 8% TOTAL Property$46,477,197 Tax 6,300,000 the highest percentage rating in Delinquent Fee Assessed 21.18% Licenses & Permits REVENUES Taxes Prop. Tax $3,355,950 comparison to ratings on managing 100,000 800,000 7% 0.34% Federal, State, County, and School Other Revenues 3% Taxes...... $29,740,000 $5,283,855 Board taxes. The survey also revealed 11% Taxes Category Detail by Source Fines & Forfeitures Sales Tax other interesting perceptions: License & Permits...... $3,355,950 $897,250 16,640,000 Franchise 2% EXPENDITURES 55.95% Taxes Taxes 5,900,000 Intergovernmental...... $3,615,477 Charges for Services $29,740,000 19.84% $3,584,665 64% Survey: 24% believe cities/towns Charges for Services.....$3,584,665 General Govt.8% $6,908,745 receive revenue from Income Taxes Public Safety $15,307,347 Fines & Forfeitures ...... $897,250 Intergovernmental Community$3,615,477 Development $824,821 Fact: Cities/towns receive $0 from Development8% Services $2,470,309 Other Revenues ...... $5,283,855 Property Tax Income Tax revenues Public Works $8,872,799 6,300,000 Delinquent Fee Assessed 21.18% Licenses & Permits Leisure Services $9,282,979 Taxes Prop. Tax $3,355,950 100,000 800,000 Total:...... $46,477,197 Debt Service and Transfers7% $2,810,197 Survey: Only 39% believe that cities/ 0.34% 3% towns receive Sales Tax revenue $46,477,197

Fact: All cities/towns receive a portion EXPENDITURES Leisure Services EXPENDITURES$9,282,979 Debt Service and of Sales Tax paid both locally and 20% Transfers General Govt...... $6,908,745 Public Works $2,810,197 across the State of Utah $8,872,799 General Govt. 6% $6,908,745 19% St. George: Of the 6.25¢ sales tax Public Safety...... $15,307,347 Public Safety General Govt. $15,307,347 Community Development $6,908,745 $824,821 rate in Washington County, St. George 15% Community Development...... $824,821 Development Services $2,470,309 receives 1.25¢, comprising most of Development Services Public Works $8,872,799 Development Services... $2,470,309 $2,470,309 Leisure Services $9,282,979 General Fund revenues at 36% 5% Public Works...... $8,872,799 Debt Service and Transfers $2,810,197 Leisure Services...... $9,282,979 Survey: Respondents believe that Community $46,477,197 Development Public Safety 64% of the total property taxes paid go Debt Service & Transfers....$2,810,197 $824,821 $15,307,347 2% 33% Leisure Services to their city/town $9,282,979 Debt Service and 20% Transfers Total:...... $46,477,197 Public Works $2,810,197 $8,872,799 6% 19% General Govt. $6,908,745 15%

10 Inside St. George Summer 2007 Development Services $2,470,309 5%

Community Development Public Safety $824,821 $15,307,347 2% 33% The Leisure Services Department General Government includes • Splash pads at Cox Park and provides various recreational services functions which support all the Shadow Mountain Park; a dog park and facilities to our citizens. These city departments collectively such at 2450 East; a pickle ball court at services include parks, recreation as City management (Mayor, City Worthen Park; and an arboretum at center, Pioneer Center for the Arts, Council, and City Manager), human Tonaquint Park adult and youth sports programs, resources, legal, finance, technology, • A new Sexton building at the two aquatic facilities, cemetery, and and administrative services. Tonaquint Cemetery various other recreational activities and events such as the Marathon Some of the major General Fund This is part one of a two and Arts Festival. The Parks Division Projects scheduled for Fiscal Year part series on the City of budget alone is about 8% of the 2008 are: St. George 2008 Fiscal General Fund budget. This division Year (FY) budget. Part two is responsible for the maintenance • Continued upgrade of City can be found in the 2007 fall of almost 30 parks, approximately 30 technology services infrastructure edition of Inside St. George. For miles of trails, two fishing ponds, and • New HVAC systems at City Hall further information, the FY 2008 the Sunbowl. and the Community Arts Building year budget can be viewed on the • Police Department improvements City’s website at www.sgcity.org. The Development Services and at the pistol range and new and Questions regarding the budget may Community Development Departments replacement patrol vehicles be directed to Deanna Brklacich, are responsible for building inspections • A pumper fire truck for the Budget & Financial Planning and permits, subdivision approvals, code Fire Department Manager, at 435-627-4000 or by enforcement, and planning and zoning. • A paint striper for the Streets Dept. e-mail at [email protected].

Make a “Splash with Your Kids” Parents- what do you do when it’s 90 plus degrees outside and your kids recreation info recreation are hot? Well, the answer is to join the well as the City Pool, will be hosting staff at the St. George City Pool and various special events throughout Hydrotube or the Sand Hollow Aquatic the summer for all ages. In July, Center (SHAC). Your kids will thank Charlotte’s Web will be the featured Pyou and think you are the best! movie at the dive-in movie night event. Night at the Museum will be the film The SHAC and the City Pool and shown in August. Guests are invited to Hydrotube both have open swim bring their inner tubes and get settled starting at 1:00 pm every weekday in to float through this family favorite. and 12:00 pm on Saturdays. If you The annual Penny Carnival on August can’t make it during the peak of the 6, 2007 is a great way to say good-bye day, don’t worry both facilities have to summer before heading back to the Remember summertime in St. George special evening moonlight swims every books. If hanging out in the sun is is HOT and there aren’t better places evening, Monday – Saturday, until more your style, then join the staff at to cool off and spend time with your 8:00 pm at the City Pool and 9:00 pm the City Pool this summer. They will be family and friends, than the SHAC at the SHAC. Learn to swim classes hosting Ice Age 2 for the dive-in movie and St George City Pool. So get your are offered throughout the summer on July 9, 2007 at 8:00 pm. Mark your suit on, grab a towel, sun block and months at both locations. calendar for this year’s St. George your flip-flops and make a splash this Belly Flop contest at the City Pool. summer! To find out more on any of The SHAC, located at 1144 N Lava This event, on July 14, 2007 is sure to the above mentioned events, call the Flow Drive, is the City operated indoor make a splash this summer. Everyone City Pool at 627-4584 or the SHAC at aquatic facility. The facility is perfect is invited to show off his or her skills 634-4585. Their friendly staffs will be for adults and children to still have a at this contest. Participants will be happy to help answer your questions. splash this summer without the fear competing for cool prizes given out by of getting sunburned! The SHAC, as the City Pool staff.

Summer 2007 Inside St. George 11 Concert in the Park Series 2007 - Free Admission

Sponsored by the Utah Commission of the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, Cherry Creek Radio & the City of St. George. Concert in the Park 2007 Series is free to the public. Don’t miss the first Monday of each month through September. Park seating is available, bring blankets, lawn chairs, food and the family. For more information call 627-4525. parks info parks

The City of St. George Presents… Michael John, The City of St. George Presents… A Billy Joel Tribute The Blue Sage Trio Monday July 2, 2007 at 7:30 PM Monday August 6, 2007 at 7:30 PM Centennial Park - 301 North 2200 East, St. George Vernon Worthen Park - 300 South 400 East, St. George

Michael John, a native of Las Vegas, Nevada, has The Blue Sage Trio will be presenting an evening of western been professionally entertaining audiences for eleven folk songs and fiddle tunes at the Vernon Worthen Park years. As a piano player/singer Michael found out on August 6, 2007. Blue Sage is a unique acoustic folk trio early that he had the voice and the look of a very who’s songs reflect the culture and history of the west. popular and famous piano player, Billy Joel. The heart and soul of the Blue Sage Trio lies within the Along with playing other artists material, Michael repertoire of folk singer and multi-instrumentalist Mike Mhoned his Billy Joel persona and landed a gig with TIverson. Well known for his rich baritone voice, Mike is also Legends In Concert portraying the famous piano man. an award winning instrumentalist recognized for his work on the banjo, guitar and mandolin. Holding the band together In addition to playing in Atlantic City’s Bally’s is the powerful bass playing of Shauna Iverson. Shauna’s Park Place for Legends In Concert, Michael has personality shines through on stage and audiences find her worked for Innovative Entertainment Group, Debut as much fun to watch as to listen to! Entertainment, Jamie’s Rock N Roll Legends, and RNRH Entertainment. The newest addition the trio is Mike and Shauna’s daughter Heather. Heather Iverson is an exciting violinist who Michael not only has the look of Billy down but he specializes in the traditional fiddle music of America and the can play the piano, sing, and entertain with the same British Isles. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the intensity and passion. western folk tradition through the music of the Blue Sage Trio!

The City of St. George Presents…Judge Jackson Monday Sept.3, 2007 – 7:30 PM • Vernon Worthen Park - 300 South 400 East, St. George This Los Angeles based group formed in the summer of ’95 when Guitarist Lee Jackson, Singer Todd McTavish and Bassist Ryan Rogers met through a mutual musician friend. They immediately bonded and discovered a strong musical chemistry between them, thus Judge Jackson was born! In less then 2 years of forming, the band produced 2 CD’s independently and developed a hard core following on the West Coast. After a few years of performing regionally, the band started writing songs for the next recording. In 2003, One Diamond was completed and instantly became a fan favorite with many. At years end, One Diamond collected several awards including “Best CD of the TYear” and “Song of the Year” for the opening track “King” at the All Access Magazine Music Awards. During 2004, the band focused on writing songs and worked to develop a business plan to help them maximize opportunities in an ever-changing music industry. As changes transpired and the dust finally settled, Drummer J.J. Garcia joined the fold permanently. Judge Jackson, now solidified and revitalized, was ready to take the band to another level!

12 Inside St. George Summer 2007 The St. George Rec Center: A Hub of Opportunities

Over the years, St. George residents have designed to encourage participation and seen evidence of growth in population, will reward top fitness room users with info recreation expansion of building and an increase of fabulous prizes as well as contributing leisure opportunities. In 1995, the City of to the participant’s overall health. St. George opened the doors to its first Recreation Center. The converted armory The Recreation Center is also offering Ohas served as the hub of registration for new fitness opportunities for various many City sponsored events and leagues, a age groups with the following programs: safe haven for families and youth to play, and Sunrise to Sunset Cycling Challenge, a clean and friendly facility for residents to Mommy and Me: Fitness and Fun, Forever participate in various fitness programs. Fit, Little Rollers Tumbling, and Acro- Gymnastics. The Center will be also offering The St. George Rec Center has offered more special events including dodgeball and multiple types of classes and programs racquetball tournaments in the future. throughout its existence and is evolving to meet the needs and demands of the For more details on classes and programs community. The Recreation Center, in the offered at the St. George Rec Center call past few years, has expanded its cardio 627-4560 or visit us in person at room to include more exercise equipment for 285 South and 400 East. the growing number of patrons. In order to entice those who utilize the cardio and weight You may also visit our web site at room, the Recreation Center has a program www.sgcityrec.org to download our 2007 running throughout the summer entitled “Get Summer Aerobic Schedule. The St. George Rec Fit Summer Challenge”. This program is Center is where real people get real results.

Little Rollers Tumbling �� Flexibility BALANCE ROLLS Leaps Cartwheels FUN!

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Summer 2007 Inside St. George 13 Shadow Mountain Park

building with beautiful wooden columns and two

parks info parks private restrooms.

For the sports enthusiast there is a sand volleyball court and basketball court. The large turf area is a perfect place to throw a frisbee or kick around a soccer ball. After a hard game of frisbee you can sit under the large shade shelter at one of the six picnic tables and have a nice lunch.

Located at the west end of the Neighborhood Parks are one park is a secluded pond that of the advantages of living in can be found by walking on the St. George. The City Council paved path which meanders and City staff are committed to around the park’s perimeter. provide parks which are close to Sit on one of the benches home. One of the nicest and most next to the pond and enjoy the versatile neighborhood parks is serene landscape. The park Shadow Mountain Park located is home for over 160 trees and at 360 North 1050 West. over 600 shrubs which include a wide variety of deciduous Shadow Mountain Park may go and evergreen plants. unnoticed because most of it cannot be seen from the street. A small Please take advantage of this parking lot is accessible on 1050 West. small, but beautiful park that The path from the parking lot leads to has something for everyone. the playground. It has four different kinds of slides, lots of features to climb on and a nice soft landing surface.

The curious looking concrete circle next to the playground is not from an alien space ship. It is for a splash pad that is scheduled to be installed later this year.

The newest feature is the restroom facility that was just completed by the parks technical crew. It is a block

14 Inside St. George Summer 2007 Primetime Performers

After taking her dancers Patrick to Hacker and city arts all around the world, from her dancers following China to the Bahamas, the parade where the director of Primetime they marched through Performers Dance Team, the streets with a Ilene Hacker announced professional bagpipe Aher retirement on the steps band. The dancers also of the historic Tabernacle performed in Dublin at a on March 21st. Hacker children’s hospital and on founded the dance team Grafton Street. The group with only 35 dancers in toured Ireland for 10 days January of 1980. Hacker visiting historic sites, summoned all of her the Waterford Crystal dancers together to make Factory, Blarney Woolen that announcement of her Mills, and Cathedrals, retirement. kissing the Blarney Stone and eating a feast in an Hackers Primetime historic castle. Performers who’s average age for the group is 68 recently returned from a successful performing tour The Primetime Performers class is offered through of Ireland where they earned the overall first place Community Education. Anyone, 20 and older can join award in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Lord Mayor during sign-ups in August. Call Community Education for of Killarney, Ireland presented a bronze statue of St. more information 652-7675.

Discovering a fascinating world

�� An exciting program designed �� to encourage youngsters, �� 4-5 years old, to explore their world �� — to ask why, what and how! �� Tuesdays 10:30–11:30 A.M. �� August 14, 21, 28 & September 4 �� at the Tonaquint Nature Center

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Summer 2007 Inside St. George 15 PaintAmerica “Top 100” Show Makes Final Appearance

PaintAmerica, a national, non-profit organization to of entries submitted nationwide by a jury panel of three support and promote the visual arts, has announced nationally recognized artists. In addition to Chapin and that the ST. GEORGE ART MUSEUM will host Fortunato’s work, a number of nationally known artists the final stop of the 2006 PaintAmerica Top 100 will be shown, including Frank LaLumia, Dino Paravano, Exhibition. The Exhibit will Marion Hylton, Eva Van Rijn, be shown at St. George Julie Houck, Deian Moore, Ray city arts PMuseum, 47 East 200 North Brown and Joseph Yarnell. Many in St. George, Utah from July artists from the southwest are also 21st to September 22nd. The included in the exhibit. show features a selection of paintings from the 2006 PaintAmerica was established to PaintAmerica Top 100 support and promote the arts, with competition, one of the richest a goal of providing scholarship national artists’ competitions opportunities for young artists, in prize money and purchase as well as providing a premiere, awards. Also included in the national venue for local and exhibit are selections from the regional artists to showcase their “Mini Top 50”, a special exhibit talent. “The Top 100 Competition for paintings of 180 square format not only rewards artists inches or less. with great potential for sales of their work, it also encourages them with recognition and The Top 100 show features the Grand Prize painting awareness through the traveling gallery exhibits,” stated by Deborah Chapin entitled “Indian Summer”. It depicts Seel. “Showcasing the beauty and qualities of America the Chesapeake Bay area wetlands. The Mini Top 50 as seen through the eyes of its artists is another benefit Grand Prize winner is a painting by Illinois artist Nancy of the program.” Fortunato titled “Near Otter Point - Acadia”, which depicts the crashing surf near Acadia National Park in For more information about Paint America go to Maine. These paintings were chosen from hundreds http://sgartmuseum.org or www.PaintAmerica.org. Exhibit & Event Schedule Last Chance to See These Exhibits - Ends July 7 Main Gallery Exhibit Visual Arts Association Care For Art Linens Mezzanine Gallery Exhibit Roland Lee’s Canyon Country Paintings Glen Blakely Pottery “The Museum Connects Legacy Gallery Exhibit Permanent Collection-Gems: Flowers & Fish with our Community” Closed for installation from July 8 - 21 Open Mon – Sat 10am to 5pm Free Every 3rd Tuesday July 21 - September 22 - New Exhibits Main Gallery Exhibit PaintAmerica Top 100 Website: www.sgartmuseum.org Care For Art Wood E-Mail: [email protected] Mezzanine Gallery Exhibit PaintAmerica Top 100 Phone: 435.627.4525 Legacy Gallery Exhibit Permanent Collection-Discovery: Recent Gifts & Acquisitions Admission Fees: Adults ...... $2 Free Art Conversations Every 3rd Tuesday August 21st & Sept. 18th at 7:00pm Ages 3-11 ...... $1 Under 3 ...... Free October 19 & 20, For the Love of Art Home Tour Fundraiser

16 Inside St. George SPRING 2007 Summer 2007 Inside St. George 17 CALENDAR of EVENTS

■ Recreation Programs ■ City Programs Activities for Kids Sunsational Days of Summer ■ Art Museum Programs ■ Golf Programs Activities for Families 4th of July Activities

July Events Description: Be part of the Sunrise to Sunset Description: Vintage Car Show, Fabulous Food Cycle Challenge at the St. George Rec Center Booths, Art and Crafts, Continuous Entertainment, ■ St. George Art Museum Exhibits starting July 2, 2007. Each time you attend and Kiddie-Rides, Games, Hoola-Hoop & Sock-Hop Date: Ends July 7, 2007 participate in one of our cycling classes, you will Contest. The Celebration will kick off at 4:00 PM with Hours: Mon. - Sat. 10am-5pm receive 1 punch towards awesome prizes. If you The Grand Flag Raising Ceremony featuring Mayor Fee: Adults - $2, Children - $1 bring a friend for his/her first time you will get an Dan McArthur and the “Mormon Battalion.” The Day Description: Last chance to see Roland extra 2 punches. Visit www.sgcityrec.org for the will continue with Fantastic Performances from local Lee’s Canyon Country Paintings, Glen Blakely 2007 Summer Aerobic Class schedule. talents including “Diamond Talent, Polynesian Dancing Pottery, and more. Contact: St. George Rec Center Girls, Color Country Chorus along many others. Location: St George Art Museum (435)627-4560 There will be fun and food for all -- with Hoola-Hoop, Contact: (435)627-4525 Sock-Hop and Pie Eating Contests along with Kiddie- ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Summer Rides throughout the day. The evening will culminate ■ Start Smart Football Learn to Swim Program - Session 3 with the highlight of our “Rock’n on Main Street Event” Date: October 20, 2007 (5 weeks) Date: July 2-12, 2007 (Monday thru Thursday) with our own local “Rok Dox” opening for the authentic Time: 3:00 pm Time: 5:00- 5:45 pm and 5:45-6:30 pm “B.B. Drifters” from the Fabulous Fifties! Don’t miss Fee: $20/youth (includes t-shirt, certificate and Fee: $22/youth the fun! Travel back in time with SunFirst Bank and participation award) Description: Swim levels 1 thru 6 will be taught the Downtown Merchants on Main Street… come on Description: Registration is now open for Start (including Parent-Tot level). Registration deadline down at 4:00, dress up in your favorite 50’s attire and Smart Football. Start Smart is a great program is Fri June 29, 2007. No classes on July 4, 2007. plan on spending the evening “Rock’n on Main Street,” for parents to spend time with their children and Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, Eating, Dancing, Playing and having the time of your help them prepare for future participation in youth 1144 N Lava Flow Drive life as we celebrate our Nation’s Birthday in Fabulous sports. This is a parent/child program for boys and Contact: (435)627-4585 Fifties Style! FREE Evening Concert With “The girls ages 3-5 years old. Parents are required to Drifters” & “The Rok Dox” attend and participate in each class. Registration ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Location: Main St. between Tabernacle & Blvd. deadline is October 19, 2007 at 5pm. Guard Start Program-Session 2 Contact: Go to www.raddowntown.com for additional Location: St George Rec Center (first class) & Date: July 2-26, 2007 information (View and Print…. This site will be Vernon Worthen Park Time: 9:00 am- 1:00 pm updated before any ads will be published) If you Register: St. George Rec Center or Fee: $45/participant would like to be a Vendor in this Event, please contact on-line at www.activityreg.com Age: 10-15 years old Julie at Brushfire Pottery [email protected]. Contact: (435)627-4560 Description: This aquatic based program will teach youth the importance of water safety, along ■ City of St. George ■ Concert in the Park - Michael John with the duties and responsibilities of being a Independence Day Celebration Date: July 2, 2007 certified lifeguard. Each participant will gain a solid Date: July 4, 2007 Pre-Concert Activities: 6:00 - 7:30pm foundation of knowledge, skills, attitudes to prep Time: 7:30 am- 10:00 pm Concert Begins: 7:30pm them for future lifeguard training. This program is Fee: Breakfast: $5/Adult & $3/Child, Description: Park seating is available, bring NOT a Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification class. Fireworks & Park Activities: FREE blankets, lawn chairs, food and the family and Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, Description: Start your holiday weekend off with enjoy Michael John, who not only has the look 1144 N Lava Flow Drive a home cooked breakfast at Vernon Worthen Park of Billy Joel but he can play the piano, sing and Registration: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, from 7:30-10:00 am for only $5.00 per adult and entertain with the same intensity and passion. 1144 N Lava Flow Drive. $3.00 per child (12 & Under). Then spend some Location: Centennial Park, 301 N. 2200 E. Contact: (435)627-4585 quality time beginning at 9:00 am with your kids and Contact: (435)627-4525 grandkids at the Park. There will be music, food ■ Rock’n on Main Street 4th of July 2007 booths, face painting, a home run derby, watermelon ■ Sunrise to Sunset Cycle Challenge Sponsored by: SunFirst Bank, The City of seed spitting and golf chipping contests and so Date: July 2-31, 2007 (Mondays thru Fridays) St. George and The Downtown Merchants much more to do! Finish off the day by listening to Time: 6:00 am- 6:30 pm Date: July 4, 2007 the musical talent at the St. George Ford/Country (times depend on class schedule) Time: 4:00pm until the Fireworks! Showdown at 8:00 pm. The spectacular firework Fee: $3.00 per cycling class. Passes accepted. Fundraiser: Proceeds from this event will be display will then begin at approximately 10:00 pm. Location: St. George Rec Center donated to The Learning Center for Children Location: Vernon Worthen Park, 300 E 300 S Contact: St. George Rec Center (435)627-4560

18 Inside St. George Summer 2007 ■ 2007 Academy Sports Heat Stroker- ■ Junior USA Tennis 1-2-3 ■ Tweety Birds- Session Two Men’s and Women’s Slow Pitch Tournament Date: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 (5 weeks) & Date: July 16-19, 2007 (Monday-Thursday) Date: July 6-7, 2007 (Friday & Saturday) Thursday, July 12, 2007 (5 weeks) Time: 9:00 am- 12:00 Noon Time: Friday 5:00 pm start time and goes throughout Time: Tuesdays - 8:00 am Intermediate level; Fee: $35.00 per camper the early morning hours of Saturday. Play resumes 9:00 am Beginner level Description: Nature day camp program filled on Saturday afternoon and runs to completion. Thursdays - 8:00 am Intermediate level; with nature-themed arts, crafts, games and Fee: $280.00 per team 9:00 am Beginner level learning sessions. Description: Men’s C, D & E and Women’s Fee: $22.50 for 5 weeks Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at (435)627- C & D Slow Pitch team tournament. Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts 4560 or go to www.activityreg.com. Registration Registration deadline is June 22, 2007 or Description: Sponsored by USTA, these sessions deadline is July 13, 2007 @ 6pm or until full. until tournament is full. will begin the week of Mon, July 9th for 5 weeks. Place: Tonaquint Nature Center CALENDAR of EVENTS Place: Canyons Softball Complex Registration: St George Recreation Center 1851 S. Dixie Drive St George UT 1890 West 2000 North Contact: (435)627-4560 Contact: (435)627-4560 Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com ■ Free Day at the Dino Museum ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Contact: (435)627-4560 Date: July 12, 2007 Dive-In Movie “Charlotte’s Web” Time: 2:00 - 5:00 pm Date: Monday, July 16, 2007 ■ Tweety Birds- Session One Description: Come enjoy a free day at the Time: 9:00 pm Date: July 9-12, 2007 (Monday-Thursday) Dinosaur Museum with the whole family! Fee: Regular pool admission Time: 9:00 am- 12:00 Noon Location: Dino Museum, 2180 E. Riverside Dr. Description: What a great and unique way to Fee: $35.00 per camper Contact: (435)547-DINO spend time a summer evening with friends or Description: Nature day camp program filled family! The staff at the SHAC will be presenting with nature-themed arts, crafts, games and ■ St George City Pool Belly-Flop Contest “Charlotte’s Web” for their feature film in July. learning sessions Date: July 14, 2007 (Saturday) Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at Time: 1:00-3:00 pm 1144 N Lava Flow Drive (435)627-4560 or go to www.activityreg.com. Fee: Regular pool admission Contact: (435)627-4585 Registration deadline is July 6, 2007 @ 6pm or Description: It is your chance to show off your until full. skills at the St George City Pool’s Belly Flop ■ St. George Art Museum Exhibits Place: Tonaquint Nature Center Contest. Date: July 21- September 22, 2007 1851 S. Dixie Drive, St George UT Place: St George City Pool 700 S 250 E Hours: Mon. - Sat. 10am-5pm Contact: (435)627-4560 St George UT Fee: Adults - $2, Children - $1 Contact: (435)627-4584 Description: Come see the final exhibit showing ■ Dive-In Movie at St. George City Pool the PaintAmerica Top 100. Date: July 9, 2007 (Monday) ■ Acro Gymnastics/Tumbling Class Free: Art Conversations on August 21st Time: 8:00 pm Date: July 14-August 18, 2007 (Saturdays) and September 18th. Fee: Regular pool admission Time: 9:00am - Beginner Location: St George Art Museum Description: What a great and unique way to 10:00am - Intermediate Contact: (435)627-4525 spend time a summer evening with friends or 11:00am - Advanced family! The staff at the St. George City Pool will be Age: 5 & older for Beginner ■ It’s All In The Container presenting “Ice Age 2” for their feature film in July. 7 & Older for Intermediate Date: July 21, 2007 (Saturday) Place: St. George City Pool 250 E 700 S 9 & Older for Advanced Time: 10:00-11:00 am Contact: (435)627-4584 Fee: $30/student (5 weeks) Fee: FREE Enrollment: 30 max per session Description: From patios to large yards, learn ■ Adult USA Tennis 1-2-3 Location: St. George Rec Center how you can color your green thumb and add Date: July 9 and 11, 2007 (5 weeks) Description: Teresa Hill-Putman will be more space and visual interest using containers. Time: Mondays- 8:00 am Intermediate level; teaching students how to develop flexibility, Techniques will be taught on care for potted plants Wednesdays- 8:00 am Beginner balance, coordination, muscle strength, and and minimizing water use. Instruction can be applied Fee: $6.00 (per lesson) tumbling skills. Some skills taught include rolls, to vegetable, perennial or ornamental plants. Space Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts cartwheels, walkovers, handsprings and much is limited! Call Julie to reserve your spot. Description: Sponsored by USTA, these sessions more! Students must have instructor approval Location: Tonaquint Nature Center will begin the week of Mon, July 9th for 5 weeks. to enroll for the Advance division class. 1851 S. Dixie Drive Registration: St George Recreation Center Register: St. George Rec, 400 E 285 S or on- Contact: Julie (435)673-3617 Contact: (435)627-4560 line at www.activityreg.com. Contact: St. George Rec Center ■ Senior Men’s 3-on-3 Basketball ■ Hot Shot Tennis (435)627-4560 or Teresa (435)628-8550 League Registration Date: Tuesday, July 10 and/or Fee: $150 per team Thursday, July 12, 2007 (5 weeks) ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Summer Description: Registration opens July 23, 2007 for Fall Time: 10:00 am Learn to Swim Program- Session 4 basketball league play. Games will begin in August. Fee: Free Date: July 16-26, 2007 (Monday -Thursday) Players must be 49 years of age or older to be eligible. Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts Time: 5:00- 5:45 pm and 5:45-6:30 pm Location: TBA Description: Sponsored by the USTA, this Fee: $22/youth Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at program is for all children ages 5-8 that have never Description: Swim levels 1 thru 6 will be (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com played tennis. The program will be taught at a very taught (including Parent-Tot level). Registration Contact: (435)627-4560 introductory level with focus on hand-eye coordination deadline is Friday, July 13, 2007. No classes on activities as well as basic tennis fundamentals. Tennis July 24, 2007. ■ Adult Men’s 35 and Older Basketball racquets will be provided. Children can attend one or Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, League Registration both sessions for the week. 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive Fee: $300 per team Registration: St George Recreation Center Contact: (435)627-4585 Description: Registration opens July 23, 2007 Contact: (435)627-4560 for Fall basketball league play. Games will begin in September.

Summer 2007 Inside St. George 19 Location: TBA Location: TBA Place: Canyons Softball Complex Register: Call the St. George Rec Center Register: St. George Rec Center at or 1890 W. 2000 N. at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com www.activityreg.com Register: Call the St. George Rec Center Contact: (435)627-4560 Contact: (435)634-5860 at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com Contact: (435)627-4560 ■ Adult Women’s Basketball ■ Start Smart Football League Registration Date: October 20, 2007 (5 weeks) ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Fee: $300 per team Time: 3:00 pm Penny Carnival Description: Is now open for Fall Fee: $20/youth (includes t-shirt, certificate and Time: 1:00-3:00 pm basketball league play. Games will begin participation award) Date: August 6, 2007 (Monday) in September. Description: Registration is now open for Fee: Regular admission prices Location: TBA Start Smart Football. Start Smart is a great Description: Do you want to play games, win Register: Call the St. George Rec Center program for parents to spend time with their prizes all the while splashing around in the at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com children and help them prepare for future SHAC? Join the staff at the SHAC for this fun Contact: (435)627-4560 participation in youth sports. This is a parent/ filled afternoon. child program for boys and girls ages 3-5 Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, ■ Busy Bee- Session One years old. Parents are required to attend and 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive Date: July 25-27, 2007 (Wednesday-Friday) participate in each class. Registration deadline Contact: (435)627-4585 Time: 9:00 am- 12:00 Noon is October 19, 2007 at 5pm. Fee: $30.00 per camper Location: St. George Rec Center (first class) ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Description: Nature day camp program filled & Vernon Worthen Park Dive-In Movie “Night at the Museum” with nature-themed arts, crafts, games and Register: St. George Rec Center or Date: August 6, 2007 (Monday) learning sessions. on-line at www.activityreg.com Time: 9:00 pm Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at Contact: (435)627-4560 Fee: Regular pool admission (435)627-4560 or go to www.activityreg.com. Description: What a great and unique way Registration deadline is July 20, 2007 @ 6pm ■ Adult Men’s 35 and Older to spend time a summer evening with friends or until full. Basketball League Registration or family! The staff at the SHAC will be Place: Tonaquint Nature Center Fee: $300 per team presenting “Night at the Museum” for their 1851 S Dixie Drive St George UT Description: Registration is now open for feature film in August. Contact: (435)627-4560 Fall basketball league play. Games will begin Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, in September. Registration deadline is Friday, 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive ■ Tweety Birds- Session Three August 24, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Contact: (435)627-4585 Date: July 30-August 2, 2007 Location: TBA (Monday-Thursday) Register: Call the St. George Rec Center ■ Curiosity Club Registration Time: 9:00 am- 12:00 Noon at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com Date: August 14, 21, 28 & September 4, 2007 Fee: $35.00 per camper Contact: (435)627-4560 Time: 10:30-11:30 am Description: Nature day camp program filled Fee: $20/child (4 classes) with nature-themed arts, crafts, games and ■ Adult Women’s Basketball Age: 4-5 years old learning sessions. League Registration Description: This 4-week program is Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at Fee: $300 per team designed to encourage your youngster to ask (435)627-4560 or go to www.activityreg.com. Description: Registration opens July 23, 2007 why, what and how. Each week a new topic will Registration deadline is July 27, 2007 @ 6pm for Fall basketball league play. Games will be introduced. The club will meet on Tuesday or until full. begin in September. Registration deadline is mornings for 4 weeks. Place: Tonaquint Nature Center Friday, August 24, 2007 @ 5 pm. Location: Tonaquint Nature Center 1851 S. Dixie Drive St George UT Location: TBA 1851 S. Dixie Drive Contact: (435)627-4560 Register: Call the St. George Rec Center Register: St George Recreation Center or at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com www.activityreg.com. Registration deadline is ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Summer Contact: (435)627-4560 Friday, August 6, 2007 at 5:00pm. Learn to Swim Program- Session 5 Contact: (435)627-4560 Date: July 30-August 2, 2007 ■ Senior Men’s 3-on-3 Basketball (Monday thru Thursday) League Registration ■ FUNtastic Family Fair Time: 5:00- 5:45 pm and 5:45-6:30 pm Fee: $150 per team Date: August 18, 2007 (Saturday) Fee: $25/youth Description: Games will begin in August. Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm Description: Swim levels 1 thru 6 will be Players must be 49 years of age or older to be Fee: FREE General Admission taught (including Parent-Tot level). Registration eligible. Registration deadline is Friday, August Description: Gather your whole family for a deadline is Friday, July 27, 2007. 3, 2007 at 5 pm. FUNtastic day at Worthen Park. The event will Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, Location: TBA feature Family Olympics at the park, big rigs for 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive Register: Call the St. George Rec Center the kids to explore, along with food and games Contact: (435)627-4585 at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com for the whole family. Don’t miss this end of Contact: (435)627-4560 summer send-off event. August Events Location: Vernon Worthen City Park ■ 2007 Co-Ed Heat Stroker Slow Pitch 300 E. 300 S. St George UT ■ Youth Flag Football League Registration Date: August 3-4, 2007 (Friday & Saturday) Contact: St. George Rec Center Fee: $20/youth Time: Friday 5:00 pm start time and goes (435)627-4560 Description: Registration is open for youth throughout the early morning hours of Saturday flag football league play. The league is open to completion. for children 2nd thru 6th grade. Games will begin Fee: $280.00 per team in September. Registration deadline is Friday, Description: Co-Ed slow pitch tournament. August 17, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Registration deadline is July 20, 2007 or until tournament is full.

20 Inside St. George Summer 2007 ■ Fall Into Vegetable Gardening ■ Start Smart Football ■ Acro Gymnastics/Tumbling Class Date: August 18, 2007 (Saturday) Date: October 20, 2007 (5 weeks) Date: September 8- October 27, 2007 Time: 10:00-11:00 am Time: 3:00 pm (Saturdays) Fee: FREE Fee: $20/youth (includes t-shirt, certificate and Time: 9:00am Beginner Description: One of the benefits of living in participation award) 10:00am Intermediate Southern Utah is the long growing season. Description: Registration is now open for 11:00am Advanced Learn how to make this climate work for you Start Smart Football. Start Smart is a great Age: 5 & older for Beginner and your vegetables. program for parents to spend time with their 7 & Older for Intermediate Location: Tonaquint Nature Center children and help them prepare for future 9 & Older for Advanced 1851 S. Dixie Drive participation in youth sports. This is a parent/ Fee: $36/student (6 weeks) Contact: Julie (435)673-3617 child program for boys and girls ages 3-5 Enrollment: 30 max per session years old. Parents are required to attend and Location: St. George Rec Center ■ Adult Men’s Flag Football participate in each class. Registration deadline Description: Teresa Hill-Putman will be League Registration is October 19, 2007 at 5pm. teaching students how to develop flexibility, Fee: $300.00 per team Location: St. George Rec Center (first class) balance, coordination, muscle strength, and Description: Registration opens Wednesday, & Vernon Worthen Park tumbling skills. Some skills taught include August 22, 2007 for Fall flag football league Register: St. George Rec Center or rolls, cartwheels, walkovers, handsprings play. Games will begin in October. Deadline is on-line at www.activityreg.com and much more! Students must have Friday, September 21, 2007 @ 5 pm. Contact: (435)627-4560 instructor approval to enroll for the Advance Location: TBA division class. Register: Call the St. George Rec Center ■ Junior USA Tennis 1-2-3 Registration: St. George Recreation Center or at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com Date: Tuesday, September 4, 2007 (5 weeks) on-line at www.activityreg.com. Contact: (435)627-4560 & Thursday, September 6, 2007 (5 weeks) Contact: St. George Rec Center (435)627-4560 Time: Tuesdays- 4:30 pm Beginner level; or Teresa (435)628-8550 ■ Adidas Futures Invitational 6:15 pm Intermediate level National Camp Thursdays- 4:30 pm Intermediate level; ■ Fall Tuff Family Triathlon Date: August 24-26, 2007 (Friday-Sunday) 6:15 pm Beginner level Date: Saturday, September 8, 2007 Time: TBA Fee: $22.50 for 5 weeks Time: 9:00 am start time; Description: Girl’s fast pitch camp for the top Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts 8:00 am Check-In on Saturday 100 high school players in the USA. Description: Sponsored by the USTA, these Fee: $30/team (3 participants) Place: Canyons Softball Complex sessions will begin the week of Tuesday, Description: Dads, Moms, Grandparents, 1890 W. 2000 N. September 4, 2007 for 5 weeks. Aunts and Uncles now can participate with the Contact: (435)627-4560 Registration: St George Recreation Center kids in this new triathlon! The event is designed Contact: (435)627-4560 to emphasize kids and adults getting active, not ■ Adidas Men’s Slow Pitch Series competing. Each participant receives a finisher National Championships ■ Hot Shots Tennis medal and a free lunch. Packets can be picked Date: August 31- September 1, 2007 Date: Tuesday, September 4 and/or Thursday, up on Friday, September 7 from 1:00-8:00 pm (Friday & Saturday) September 6, 2007 (5 weeks) at the St. George Rec Center. Participants are Time: Friday 6:00 pm tournament start time. Time: 5:30 pm required to check-in 20/30 minutes PRIOR to Games resume on Saturday morning. Fee: Free their start time on Saturday morning. Biking Fee: $300.00 per team Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts participants are required to have his/her own Description: Men’s C, D & E Slow Pitch team Description: Sponsored by the USTA, this bike and bike helmet. Swimming participants tournament. Registration deadline is August program is for all children ages 5-8 that have are required to wear a swimsuit and running 17, 2007 or until tournament is full. never played tennis. The program will be participants are required to wear athletic Place: Canyons Softball Complex taught at a very introductory level with focus shoes. Youth participants must be at least 1890 W. 2000 N. on hand-eye coordination activities as well as 7 years of age. Registration deadline is Register: Call the St. George Rec Center basic tennis fundamentals. Tennis racquets will Wednesday, Sept. 5th at 5:00pm at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com be provided. Children can attend one or both Divisions: Category A: 2 Adults and 1 Child Contact: (435)627-4560 sessions for the week. (400 meter Swim, 10 mile Bike, 3 mile Run) Registration: St George Recreation Center Category B: 1 Adult and 2 Children Contact: (435)627-4560 (200 meter Swim, 5 mile Bike, 1.5 mile Run) September Events Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, ■ Summer Send-Off Tournament 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive ■ Youth Basketball League Registration Date: September 7-8, 2007 (Friday & Saturday) Registration: St. George Recreation Center Sign-Up: Registration opens Tuesday, Time: Friday 5:00pm tournament start time. or on-line at www.activityreg.com. September 4, 2007 for grades 3-9th Games resume play on Saturday morning. Contact: (435)627-4560 Registration deadline is November 13, 2007. Fee: $325.00 per team Fee: $20.00 per child Description: Girl’s fast pitch tournament for ■ Adult USA Tennis 1-2-3 League Info: Games begin in December. divisions 10, 12, 14 and 16 & Under teams. Date: September 10, 2007 (4 weeks) & Standard Blue & Gold reversible jerseys Registration deadline is August 24, 2007 or September 12, 2007 (4 weeks) are required and can be purchased at the until tournament is full. Time: Mondays- 9:00 am Intermediate level; Recreation Center for $10 each. Place: Canyons Softball Complex Wednesdays- 9:00 am Beginner Register: St. George Rec Center or on-line at 1890 W. 2000 N. Fee: $6.00 (per lesson) www.activityreg.com. Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at Location: Tonaquint Park Tennis Courts Contact: (435)627-4560 (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com. Description: Sponsored by the USTA, these Contact: (435)627-4560 sessions will begin the week of Monday, September 10, 2007 for 4 weeks. Registration: St George Recreation Center Contact: (435)627-4560

Summer 2007 Inside St. George 21 ■ Little Rollers Tumbling ■ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center’s Fall Date: September 11, 2007 (Tuesdays) or Learn to Swim Program-Session 1 September 13, 2007 (Thursdays) Date: September 17-27 (Monday-Thursday) Time: 9:15-10:15 am Time: 5:00- 5:45 pm and 5:45-6:30 pm Age: 2-5 years Fee: $25/youth Fee: $20/student (4 weeks) per session Description: Swim levels 1 thru 6 will Enrollment: 10 max per session be taught (including Parent-Tot level). Location: St. George Rec Center Registration deadline is Friday, Description: This class will teach children how September 14, 2007. to tumble and roll. The class focus will be on Location: Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, flexibility, balance, rolls, leaps, cartwheels and 1144 N. Lava Flow Drive mostly importantly fun! Registration deadline is Contact: (435)627-4585 Friday, September 7, 2007 at 5pm. Registration: St. George Recreation Center ■ Adult Men’s Flag Football or on-line at www.activityreg.com. League Registration 2006 Contact: St. George Rec Center Fee: $300/team Utah Recreation (435)627-4560 Description: Registration deadline is & Parks Association’s Friday, September 21, 2007 at 5:00pm Outstanding ■ St. George Fall Fever for Fall flag football league play. Games Program will begin in October. of the Year RECREATION Date: September 14-15, 2007 (Friday & Saturday) Location: TBA PROGRAM Time: Friday 6:00 pm tournament start time. Register: Call the St. George Rec Center RECEIVES STATE Games resume play on Saturday morning. at (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com AWARD Fee: $280.00 per team Contact: (435)627-4560 Description: Men’s C, D & E Slow Pitch team Lil’ Detectives, a tournament. Registration deadline is August ■ Punt, Pass & Kick Competition 31, 2007 or until tournament is full. Date: September 24, 2007 (Monday) youth oriented Place: Canyons Softball Complex Time: 5:00 pm camp, was 1890 W. 2000 N. Fee: FREE created by Register: Call the St. George Rec Center at Age: 8-15 years Dawn Eide-Albrecht, (435)627-4560 or www.activityreg.com. Description: Pepsi and the San Francisco Contact: (435)627-4560 49ers co-sponsor this highly popular event for Recreation Coordinator for area youth. The competition is open to boys and St. George Leisure Services in ■ Sk8 Board Competition girls ages 8-15 years old. Ages classification is 2005. The program recently won Date: September 15, 2007 (Saturday) as of December 31, 2007 and participants must the 2006 Utah Recreation and Time: 8:00-8:45 am bring a copy of their birth certificate. No cleats are Parks Association’s Outstanding Check-in & Day-of-Registration allowed during the competition and the winners 9:00 am Competition begins will have the chance to compete in San Francisco Program of the Year award. The Lil’ Fee: $10 pre-registration; and get tickets to a 49ers’ game. Detectives Camp was originally $15 day-of-registration Location: Bluff Street Park, 700 N 600 W designed to provide a fun and Description: Each skater will have two runs, Contact: (435)627-4560 challenging experience for young each run lasting 45 seconds. The five highest children during their school spring scores will advance to the final round. There ■ Fall Festival will be music, drawings for prizes, food and Date: September 29, 2007 (Saturday) break. Children in 1st through 4th drinks. All participants are required to wear a Time: 10:00 am- Noon grade learn how to look for clues helmet. The competition is sponsored by the Fee: FREE and are challenged to use logic City of St. George Recreation Division. Pre- Description: Join the staff for garden tours, to solve mock cases. This 3-day registration deadline is Friday, September 7, visit various booths of crafts and garden ideas. program involves field trips, games, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Location: Washington Co. Conservation Garden Divisions: Novice, Beginner, Intermediate 1851 S. Dixie Drive and individual detective kits for and Open Contact: Julie (435)673-3617 solving mysteries. Lil’ Detectives Location: St. George Skate Board Park has utilized area professionals’ Contact: (435)627-4560 ■ St. George Outdoor Volleyball Fall Finale volunterism in helping make this Date: September 29, 2007 (Saturday) program more hands-on for the ■ Getting Your Grass Into Gear Time: 9:00 am Pool Play Begins Date: September 15, 2007 (Saturday) Fee: $30/person participants’ experiences at each Time: 10:00-11:00 am Description: Competitive outdoor volleyball year’s camp. The Recreation Fee: FREE tournament for Novice, A, B and Open Division is very proud of the Description: Is your lawn tired? Fall is the divisions. Open divisions will be played on the success of this program and many best time to repair, replant and rejuvenate your sand courts. Novice, A and B divisions will other camps and programs offered lawn. Come learn the best varieties, fertilizers be played on grass. There will be NO day-of- and maintenance techniques to get your grass registration. through the Nature Center. growing and keep it healthy. Register: Call the St. George Rec Location: Tonaquint Nature Center Center at (435)634-5860 or go to Congratulations to 1851 S. Dixie Drive www.activityreg.com. Registration deadline Contact: Julie (435)673-3617 is Tuesday, September 25 at 5:00 pm. There Dawn on putting will be NO day-of-registration. together such an Location: Vernon Worthen City Park Contact: (435)627-4560 excellent program!

22 Inside St. George Summer 2007 Contact Information

Mayor and City Council inside stuff Daniel D. McArthur ...... [email protected] Rod Orton ...... [email protected] Suzanne B. Allen ...... [email protected] Larry H. Gardner ...... [email protected] Gail Bunker ...... [email protected] Robert Whatcott ...... [email protected] City Manager Gary S. Esplin ...... [email protected] City Services Administration ...... 627-4000 Airport ...... 627-4080 Animal Shelter ...... 627-4350 Building/Planning ...... 627-4206 Business Licenses ...... 627-4740 City Pool (700 So.) ...... 627-4584 Community Arts ...... 627-4525 Economic Development ...... 674-4418 Engineering ...... 627-4050 Fire ...... 634-5844 Leisure Services ...... 627-4500 Parks ...... 634-5869 Police ...... 627-4301 Public Information ...... 627-4005 Public Works ...... 627-4050 Recorder ...... 627-4003 Recreation Center/ Programs ...... 627-4560 Sand Hollow Aquatic Center ...... 627-4585 Streets ...... 627-4020 Suntran ...... 673-8726 Utilities ...... 627-4700 Water/Energy Emergencies ...... 627-4835 Water/Energy Conservation ...... 627-4848 For emergencies please call 911 City Council Regularly scheduled city council meetings are held on the first and third Thursdays each month starting at 4:00pm at the City Office Building (175 East 200 North) unless otherwise noticed. Work meeting sessions are held on the second, fourth and fifth Thursdays at the same location. Planning Commission Regularly scheduled planning commission meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month starting at 5:00pm at the City Offices Building unless otherwise noticed.

For more information on city services, contact information, and events please visit the city website at www.sgcity.org.

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