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LIVE YOUR LIFE...AND REMEMBER TO LIVE IT LOCALLY
2017 Park City Municipal Election
Friends, There’s an old political saying, “All politics is local.” Well, strangely enough, this has never felt timelier nor more authentic. The drama that unfolds daily (and sometimes into the late evening) on our national political stage is frustrating for anyone like me who believes in the power of a representative democracy and in the wisdom of our system of checks and balances.
So when it comes down to it, I am convinced, now more than ever, that the decisions we make at the local level are what really make a difference in people’s lives. For example, local boards and commissions, non-profits, and small businesses have far more influence on our daily life and prosperity than do the actions and words of those on the national stage. I don’t want to suggest that their actions (and words) don’t matter, because they do. Yet local communities, particularly those that are activated and galvanized like Park City, hold considerable sway over our own future, irrespective of what happens in Washington.
What does this all mean? It means that your local vote matters. It matters both here at home, and it also matters across the country and in Washington. This year, Park City residents can vote for both the office of Mayor and two open City Council seats.
Please join me in making your voice heard and counted, both locally and nationally, by returning your mail-in-ballot before November 6.
— Jack Thomas, Mayor
Ballots were mailed October 17 and should arrive on or around the 20th. There is no early voting, and the 2017 election is entirely vote-by-mail. Make sure to postmark your ballot by November 6. You can also drop off your ballot at City Hall and other municipal buildings throughout the county up until November 7 at 8:00 p.m. To verify that you are registered to vote, visit vote.utah.gov. To learn more, visit the elections page on Summit County’s website.
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| RIDE IN STYLE FROM TOWN TO VALLEY
Transit enhancements greatly speed up the ride from Old Town to Salt Lake
It’s never been easier or less-stressful to go from downtown Park City to Salt Lake City. Here are three transit services and programs that make the trip a breeze.
PC/SLC Connect Increases Service, including Addition of Regular Midday Trip
The PC/SLC Connect, which originates at the Kimball Junction Transit Center and stops at the Jeremy Ranch Park and Ride, has added additional morning and afternoon service, including midday runs. This means it’s not just for commuters anymore: after a morning of skiing, you can hop down to Salt Lake for an afternoon of shopping and dining.
Here’s what regular PC/SLC Connect riders have to say:
- “As a working mom, I feel much more comfortable taking the bus knowing there is a midday run in case I need to return home.”
- “It’s chill.”
- “It’s surprisingly fast and does not add much to my commute.”
- “So far it’s been working out perfectly. The added bus time is wonderful.”
- “It’s really easy to transfer to the TRAX or another bus in Salt Lake City.”
- “The drivers and other riders are great!”
The PC/SLC Connect operates Monday through Friday with four morning routes and four afternoon/evening routes. The cost is $4.50 one way or $162 for a monthly pass. University of Utah students and employees may qualify for a free pass: check with University Commuter Services.
Signal Priorities & Shoulder Running on 224
Getting to Kimball Junction from Old Town via bus will also be faster and easier. In May we added the Electric Xpress, which provides express service every 10 minutes between the two transit centers. And don’t fret about getting stuck in traffic: the Electric Xpress will be able to use the shoulders to go around traffic, and the buses will be equipped with sensors that keep the lights green for longer or shorten the red lights. Both programs should be operational by the winter season.
A Dedicated Transit Lane on SR224: What do you Think?
We have even bigger plans for the 224/80 corridor, but we need your feedback. Park City and other regional partners are evaluating the placement of a potential transit route on SR224 between Kimball Junction and Old Town. Go to www.ValleytoMountainStudy.com to learn more and leave a comment. Comments will be accepted until 5 p.m., Tuesday, October 31.
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| These PC/SLC Connect riders enjoy the smooth, stress-free ride to Salt Lake City.
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UTAH HISTORY LECTURE WILL EXPLORE HOW WATER SHAPED GROWTH OF STATE
For the second installment of the Utah History Lecture series, speaker Jon Schutz will present Colonizing Utah Irrigation: How Water Rights Shaped the Growth of Utah. Jon is a water rights attorney at Mabey Wright & James and received his law degree from the University of California, Davis. He will present on water rights issues and irrigation practices of early Utah, including historic photos and engaging stories from the 1800s. Refreshments will be served. The Utah History Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Rebecca Marriott Champion. - Friday, October 27
- 4:00 to 5:30 pm
- Park City Library, 1255 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor
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The public is invited and encouraged to attend the following meetings over the next month. Follow this link for additional meeting information and agendas.
TUES., Oct. 24 City Council | Time TBD | Council Chambers
Wed., Oct. 25 Planning Commission | 5:30 pm | Council Chambers Tues., Nov. 7 Recreation Advisory Board | 6:00 pm | PCMARC Wed., Nov. 8 Planning Commission | Time TBD | Council Chambers Thurs., Nov. 9 City Council | Time TBD | Council Chambers Mon., Nov. 13 Public Art Advisory Board | 5:00 pm | Exec Conf Room, City Hall Wed., Nov. 15 Special Events Advisory Cttee. | noon | Library
Wed., Nov. 15 Library Board | noon | Library Can't make it to City Council or Planning Comission in person? Attend virtually or download the recording via the Listen Live link.
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CONVENIENT NEW PARKING METERS & EASY MOBILE APP
If you've been on Main Street recently, you've noticed that we unveiled our new parking meters (complete with solar panels!) These new meters save you a step: all you need to do is enter your license plate number and pay—no need to return to your car to display the receipt. Even better, the Go Park City app lets you complete the entire transaction from your phone; you can also receive alerts letting you know you are almost out of time, and even add money straight from the app to avoid a citation. No more running out to feed the meter in the middle of dinner!
Parking on Main Street remains $1.50/hour from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm, with a three-hour max. (Please note: As of December 15, 2017 new rates apply.) To learn more and to download the app, visit the parking page on the city's website.
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SO WE HAVE TO SAY GOODBYE FOR THE SUMMER
eBike Share closes for the season November 3rd
Park City might be having an Indian summer, but all too soon, we'll be trading our fat tires for our fat skis. So, on November 3rd, crews will be pulling the 88 ebikes from the nine stations around town. "The bike share had an outstanding inaugural season," said Transportation Planning Manager Alfred Knotts. "People took over 9000 trips for a total of 30,000+ miles. That exceeded everyone's wildest expectations." Operating company Bewegen, Park City, and Summit County learned a lot from the first year of operation and will come back next year having refined and improved the program. "We appreciate the feedback we received from the users," said Knotts. "This helped us troubleshoot in real time and make broader recommendations to Bewegen." The bike share program returns in the spring of 2018. Until then, keep the rubber side down.
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GET INSPIRED!
Video takes you on a virtual tour of Park City's public art collection
Public art reflects, reveals, and enriches the community it inhabits. Park City is lucky to have more than 30 significant works of art along our trails, in our parks, and in front of and within our buildings. "Public art connects us as human beings," said Mayor Jack Thomas. "It's a critical part of our town's identity, which has done so much to cultivate arts and culture." Watch this video for a delightful whistlestop tour of the pieces around town. And learn more about the entire collection on the city's public art page.
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GOOGLE TRANSLATE NOW ON PARKCITY.ORG
¡Viva! PCMC's website now features a translation tab. Visitors to www.parkcity.org can translate our content into Africaans, Zulu or any language in between. We hope this tool will further increase transparency and accessibility for our residents and community members.
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BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWALS PAST DUE: SUBMIT THEM TODAY!
The deadline for submitting business license renewals was October 1: they are now past-due. (The deadline was changed this year from January 1 to October 1 after the City received public input that renewals conflicted with preparations for the Sundance Film Festival.) Renewals can be processed in any of the following ways: - online
- by phone (435) 615-5221
- mail to PCMC Finance Department, P.O. Box 1480, Park City, UT 84060
- in-person at City Hall from 8:00 am to 4:45 pm, Monday-Friday
Questions? Contact the PCMC Finance Department at (435) 615-5221.
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