Saratoga Springs News

Pioneer Crossing Update: 3/8/10

2010-03-08T08:51:00.002-07:00

I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - With traffic now moved to the south side of Main Street, please remember that lanes are narrowed and all left turns into the business areas between State Street and Kawakami Drive are to be made only at signalized intersections.
March 8: The right-in turns into Main Street Plaza and the Alpine Shopping Center from westbound Main Street will be closed as crews reconstruct the north half of Main Street between U.S. 89 and I-15. The closure will be in place until mid-August. Motorists will need to use Kawakami Drive to access the shopping centers. Work on retaining walls for the north bridge of the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) continues. Crews are working on storm drain and retaining walls north of the DDI in the park and ride lot on 900 West. Several parking stalls on the northeast end of the lot have been eliminated. Please use caution in the area and watch for construction equipment.
March 15-27: 1020 West will be closed as crews install a storm drain down 1020 West. Motorists will need to use 900 West. Work is underway at the bridge farm location, north of 900 West.
March 8-15: Expect lane and off-ramp restrictions on southbound I-15 near American Fork Main Street, as trucks deliver girders for the north DDI bridge. Construction of the bridge support columns for the north DDI bridge is underway. Crews are working on the bridge foundations in the I-15 median north of the existing bridge.
March 20: Southbound I-15 will be closed from 10 p.m. Saturday, to 7 a.m. Sunday as crews reconfigure and re-stripe southbound lanes. Southbound traffic will be diverted through the on- and off-ramps at the interchange during the work. Access across the Main Street bridge over I-15 will also be restricted during this time. Motorists are advised to use Lehi Main Street. Please use caution when exiting and entering the interstate and expect slight travel delays as trucks, heavy equipment and construction crews are working nearby. Flaggers are posted to guide motorists through the construction area.
Ongoing: I-15 will be restricted to two lanes in each direction nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for bridge construction and storm drain installation. Please expect periodic restrictions at the on- and off-ramps during these hours. Lane restrictions will continue through the spring. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. A portion of the southbound auxiliary lane between Lehi Main Street and American Fork Main Street has been blocked off to allow for work on the retaining walls for the American Fork Main Street off-ramp. Please use caution through the new ramp configuration.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are placing base material and surcharge. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through spring.
South Area - Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) is complete. Work on walls will continue through next week. Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): March 12- Late May: Center Street will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): March 11- mid-May: 1100 West will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West or 2300 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail continues. Crews will pour the top portion of the trail undercrossing this week.
Crews have poured the footings and wall for the bridge over Dry Creek.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Work on utility lines will continue. Crews will begin installing panels for walls in mid-March.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Crews continue to build the walls for the river bridge. Placement of the concrete bridge deck is complete. Work on the bridge approaches will begin in this week.
Work on the Jordan River Parkway Trail crossing at the new Pioneer Crossing bridge over the Jordan River continues. Meanwhile, the Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration this spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Crews will continue working on utilities for the signal at Redwood Road and placing base materials in preparation for concrete pavement.

General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents - especially children - to keep out of the construction area. If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

2100 North Project Update: 3/4/10

2010-03-04T08:56:00.000-07:00

The following are planned activities for the coming week. Please note that due to weather, project conflicts, or equipment/supply issues, schedules are subject to change.
Current Construction Activities
Work on the irrigation system continues just east of Redwood Road. This work will have no impact to traffic. Preparatory work for the future traffic signal at Redwood Road will continue this week. Minor shoulder restrictions remain in place on Redwood Road to ensure the safety of crews in the area. Crews are at work clearing and placing fill in preparation for the future roadway on the west side of the project between the Jordan River and Redwood Road.
Ongoing Project Impacts
In the interest of safety, the small section of Jordan River Trail that falls within the project area has been closed. Access along the trail to the north and south will remain open, but there will be no connecting access through the project during construction.
In order to construct the new railroad bridge and subsequently build the roadway beneath the bridge, UTA and UDOT have fully closed 2100 North between 2300 West and Pointe Meadows Drive. This closure will remain in place through Fall of 2011. Motorists should plan to use 1500 North as an alternate route.

United States Census 2010

2010-03-03T08:11:00.003-07:00

THE U.S. CENSUS BUREAU IS ISSUING A CALL TO ACTION FOR EVERY RESIDENT OF OUR NATION: "BE COUNTED IN 2010."

The 2010 Census is Important.
It determines the distribution of more than $400 billion annually of government funding for critical community services. It generates thousands of jobs across the country. and it impacts your voice in Congress.

You Can Make a Difference.
As an influential community, business or organization leader, you can raise awareness of and encourage participation in this historic event. With your help, the Census Bureau will continue to produce accurate data, which will directly affect the quality of life in you community.

The Census: A Snapshot

What: The census is a count of everyone residing in the United States.
Who: All U.S. residents must be counted-people of all races and ethnic groups, both citizens and non-citizens.
When: Census day is April 1, 2010. questionnaire responses should represent the household as it exists on this day. More detailed socioeconomic information will be collected annually from a small percentage of the population through the American Community Survey.
Why: The U.S. Constitution requires a national census once every 10 years. The census will show state population counts and determine representation in the U.S. House of Representatives.
How: Census questionnaires will be delivered or mailed to households via U.S. mail in March 2010; many household will receive a replacement questionnaire in early April. Census workers also will visit households that do not return questionnaires.

A Complete Count: The Importance of Census Data

Every year, the federal government can allocate more than $400 billion to states and communities based, in part, on census data.
Census data guide local decision-makers on where to build new roads, hospitals, child-care and senior citizen centers, schools, and more.
Businesses use census data to locate supermarkets, new housing and other facilities.
Census data determine how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives.

2010 Census Questionnaire: Quick, Easy and Confidential

With only 10 questions, the 2010 Census questionnaire is one of the shortest questionnaires in history and takes just 10 minutes to complete.
By law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual's census questionnaire responses with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities.

Become a 2010 Census Partner
Your partnership sends a strong message to your community about the importance of the census and the benefits of being counted. By partnering with the Census Bureau, you can help:

Ensure accurate census data, which guide funding decisions for your community and affect your representation in Congress.
Spread the word about temporary census jobs in your community.
Assure people that it is important-and safe-to answer the census.

Take Action for Your Community and Country
As a partner, you will play and important role in making the 2010 Census successful by encouraging people in your community to take part in the count. You can:

Encourage your peers to get involved by joining a Complete Count Committee (CCC), an organized group of other influential leaders in your area who are committed to increasing participation in the census.
Issue a proclamation or other public endorsement of the 2010 Census.
Include census information in newsletters, mailings and online.
Conduct meetings or other events to encourage participation in the census.
Help recruit census workers.
Provide space for Be Counted sites and Questionnaires Assistance Centers or for testing and training census employees.

2010 Census Timeline: Key Dates

Fall 2008- Recruitment begins for local census jobs for early census operations.
Spring 2009-Census employees go door-to-door to update address list nationwide.
Fall 2009-Recruitment begins for census takers to support peak workload.
February-March 2010-Census questionnaires are mailed or delivered to households.
April 1, 2010-Census Day
May-July 2010-Census takers visit households that did not return a questionnaire by mail.
December 2010-By law, Census Bureau delivers population counts to the President for apportionment.
March 2011-By law, Census Bureau completes delivery of redistricting data to states.

A COMPLETE AND ACCURATE COUNT IS IN OUR HANDS.

For more information about the 2010 Census, go to 2010census.gov.

Rocky Mountain Power Poles South of SR-73

2010-03-03T08:02:00.002-07:00

SR-68 Special Project Update

Rocky Mountain Power poles south of SR-73

Rocky Mountain Power (RMP) is nearly finished removing the power poles south of SR-73.
When RMP finishes their work, Geneva Rock will come back and fill in holes left by the poles as soon as asphalt suppliers begin producing the required materials in early April. The final layer of asphalt requires warmer temperatures for application. Geneva is scheduled to return again in May, weather permitting, to complete this work.

2100 North Special Project Update (Redwood Road Lane Closure)

2010-03-03T07:59:00.002-07:00

2100 North Project work on Redwood Road Wednesday
Beginning after the morning commute, northbound traffic on Redwood Road will be restricted to one lane to accommodate preparatory work on the future intersection of 2100 North (just south of 10400 North). Crews will be locating utilities beneath the existing roadway ahead of traffic signal installation. Please drive safely and thank you for your patience during this work.

Triathlon: Register Now!

2010-03-02T10:09:00.005-07:00

The Civic Events committee is putting on a Triathlon. Registration for this event is now. The Race will take place on June 5, 2009.
Click here for more details on the race and to register.

Pioneer Crossing Update: 3/1/10

2010-03-01T10:22:00.001-07:00

Project update for the week of March. 1, 2010
I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - With traffic now moved to the south side of Main Street, please remember that lanes are narrowed and all left turns into the business areas between State Street and Kawakami Drive are to be made only at signalized intersections.
March 8: The right-in turns into Main Street Plaza and the Alpine Shopping Center from westbound Main Street will be closed as crews reconstruct the north half of Main Street between U.S. 89 and I-15. The closure will be in place until mid-July. Motorists will need to use Kawakami Drive to access the shopping centers.
Work on retaining walls for the north bridge of the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) continues.
Crews are working on storm drain and retaining walls north of the DDI in the park and ride lot on 900 West. Several parking stalls on the northeast end of the lot have been eliminated. Please use caution in the area and watch for construction equipment.
Work is underway at the bridge farm location, north of 900 West. Work to build the bridge spans for the north half of the interchange will begin in March.
March 8-13: Expect lane and off-ramp restrictions on southbound I-15 near American Fork Main Street, as trucks deliver girders for the north DDI bridge.
Construction of the bridge support columns for the north DDI bridge is underway. Crews are working on the bridge foundations in the I-15 median north of the existing bridge.
Ongoing: I-15 will be restricted to two lanes in each direction nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for bridge construction and storm drain installation. Please expect periodic restrictions at the on- and off-ramps during these hours. Lane restrictions will continue through the spring. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays.
A portion of the southbound auxiliary lane between Lehi Main Street and American Fork Main Street has been blocked off to allow for work on the retaining walls for the American Fork Main Street off-ramp. Please use caution through the new ramp configuration.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are placing embankment and constructing the bridge support columns. Work on retaining walls is complete. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through spring.
South Area - Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) is complete.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): March 1-3: There will be one-way flagged traffic through the 500 West intersection while crews cross the storm drain through the intersection. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays.
March 12- Late May: Center Street will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): March 11- Mid-May: 1100 West will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West or 2300 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail continues. Crews will pour the top portion of the trail undercrossing this week.
Crews have poured the footings and wall for the bridge over Dry Creek.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Work on utility and irrigation lines will continue.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Crews continue to build the walls for the river bridge. Placement of the concrete bridge deck is complete.
Work on the Jordan River Parkway Trail crossing at the new Pioneer Crossing bridge over the Jordan River continues. Meanwhile, the Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration this spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Crews will be working on utilities for the signal at Redwood Road. Placement of poles for street lights along Pioneer Crossing between Redwood Road and the Jordan River will begin this week.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents - especially children - to keep out of the construction area.
If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

2100 North Project Update: 2/25/10

2010-02-25T10:26:00.000-07:00

The following are planned activities for the coming week. Please note that due to weather, project conflicts, or equipment/supply issues, schedules are subject to change.
Please remember that, the planned closure of 2100 North at the railroad tracks is now in place through Fall 2011. Please see additional details below. Current Construction Activities
Irrigation work is underway just east of Redwood Road. This work takes place outside of the project area with no impact to traffic. Preparatory work for the future signal light at Redwood Road will continue this week. Minor shoulder restrictions have been put in place on Redwood Road to ensure the safety of crews in the area. Crews are at work clearing and placing fill in preparation for the future roadway on the west side of the project between the Jordan River and Redwood Road.
Ongoing Project Impacts
In the interest of safety, the small section of Jordan River Trail that falls within the project area has been closed. Access along the trail to the north and south will remain open, but there will be no connecting access through the project during construction.
In order to construct the new railroad bridge and subsequently build the roadway beneath the bridge, UTA and UDOT have fully closed 2100 North between 2300 West and Pointe Meadows Drive. This closure will remain in place through Fall of 2011. Motorists should plan to use 1500 North as an alternate route.

2100 North Project Update-Mountain View Corridor

2010-02-22T10:20:00.001-07:00

The following are planned activities for the coming week. Please note that due to weather, project conflicts, or equipment/supply issues, schedules are subject to change. Construction crews are now on site and at work in several areas within the project. As part of these efforts, the planned closure of 2100 North at the railroad tracks is now in place through Fall 2011. Please see additional details below.
In order to construct the new railroad bridge and subsequently build the roadway beneath the bridge, UTA and UDOT have fully closed 2100 North between 2300 West and Pointe Meadows Drive. This closure will remain in place through Fall of 2011. Motorists should plan to use 1500 North as an alternate route.
In previous updates, we announced upcoming closures at 1200 West and associated restrictions at the park & ride. Due to reprioritized construction phasing, these closures have been postponed. Please stay tuned to these updates for additional information as it becomes available.
In the interest of safety, the small section of Jordan River Trail that falls within the project area has been closed. Access along the trail to the north and south will remain open, but there will be no connecting access through the project during construction. Clearing work and storm drain installation will continue this week on the west side of the project near Redwood Road. Preparatory work for the future signal light at Redwood Road will begin this week. Minor shoulder restrictions have been put in place on Redwood Road to ensure the safety of crews in the area.
For specific questions or concerns, contact the project Public Information Team at 2100north@utah.gov or 801-367-1965.

Pioneer Crossing Update:2/22/10

2010-02-22T10:17:00.001-07:00

Project update for the week of Feb. 22, 2010
I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - With traffic now moved to the south side of Main Street, please remember that lanes are narrowed and all left turns into the business areas between State Street and Kawakami Drive are to be made only at signalized intersections.
February 26: Crews will be working in the intersection of Main Street and U.S. 89. Lanes will be temporarily shifted around various work zones throughout the day. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Work on retaining walls for the north bridge of the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) continues. Crews are working on storm drain and retaining walls north of the DDI in the park and ride lot on 900 West. Several parking stalls on the northeast end of the lot have been eliminated. Please use caution in the area and watch for construction equipment. Work is underway at the bridge farm location, north of 900 West. Work to build the bridge spans for the north half of the interchange will begin in March.
March 8: Expect lane and off-ramp restrictions on southbound I-15 near American Fork Main Street, as trucks deliver girders for the north DDI bridge. Construction of the bridge support columns for the north DDI bridge is underway. Crews are working on the bridge foundations in the I-15 median north of the existing bridge. I-15 will be restricted to two lanes in each direction nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for bridge construction and storm drain installation. Please expect periodic restrictions at the on- and off-ramps during these hours. Lane restrictions will continue through the spring. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays.
A portion of the southbound auxiliary lane between Lehi Main Street and American Fork Main Street has been blocked off to allow for work on the retaining walls for the American Fork Main Street off-ramp. Please use caution through the new ramp configuration.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are placing embankment and constructing the bridge support columns. Work on retaining walls is complete. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through spring.
South Area - Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) is complete. Storm drain installation will continue through the week.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
March 12- Late May: Center Street will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
March 1-3: There will be one-way flagged traffic through the 500 West intersection while crews cross the storm drain through the intersection. Motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
March 11- Mid-May: 1100 West will be closed for utility work and construction of the new intersection. All through traffic will be detoured along 500 West or 2300 West and 1900 South. Other routes are available for area residents affected by the closure.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail continues. Crews will pour the top portion of the trail undercrossing this week.
Work on footings and walls for the bridge over Dry Creek will continue.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Minimal work will be done in this area during the winter. No traffic impacts are anticipated.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Installation of utility and irrigation lines will continue as weather allows.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Crews continue to build the walls for the river bridge. Placement of the concrete bridge deck is complete.
Work on the Jordan River Parkway Trail crossing at the new Pioneer Crossing bridge over the Jordan River continues. Meanwhile, the Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration this spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Crews will install irrigation lines as weather allows. Street lights will be installed along Pioneer Crossing between Redwood Road and the Jordan River.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents - especially children - to keep out of the construction area.
If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

Saratoga Springs Night With Utah Flash

2010-02-19T16:42:00.002-07:00

Come cheer for the Utah Flash during Saratoga Springs night.

All participants in the City's basketball league will receive a free ticket to the game. Anyone else from Saratoga Springs may purchase a discounted ticket for $5.00 ahead of time. Call 801-434- HOOP and your tickets will be held at will call.

WHEN? March 5th
WHERE? McKay Events Center, Orem

Participate in the player tunnel before the game! Get pictures and autographs from players after the game!

It’s mascot night! All mascots from around the state will be there.

Applications for Miss Saratoga Springs Scholarship Pageant: 2/1010

2010-02-10T16:05:00.001-07:00

Applications are now being accepted for the 2010 Miss Saratoga Springs Scholarship pageant. You can pick up an application at the city offices or at Westlake High School. Girls must be a resident of Saratoga Springs and be 16 years old by May 1st. There will be an orientation meeting on Thursday, March 4th at 7:00 PM at the city offices for all girls and their parents. If you have questions you can contact Darcey Williams at 801-362-6613.

Cecil Tuley Appointed to City Council: 2/9/2010

2010-02-10T15:56:00.000-07:00

The City Council appointed Cecil Tuley to the City Council during their meeting on February 9, 2010. Mr. Tuley fills the seat of Mia Love who was sworn in as Saratoga Springs’ new mayor in January. His term will expire in December 2011.

The City Council received applications from many qualified residents. They interviewed two applicants during their work session on Tuesday night and appointed Mr. Tuley later that night during their policy session.

Mr. Tuley has previously served on the City Council. He was appointed to replace Councilman Moss’ vacant seat during the summer of 2009 and served on the City Council for six months.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

2010-01-27T09:34:00.002-07:00

Agencies across the county will come together again on April 10th to take your old or unused household chemicals and properly dispose of them so they don't pollute our environment. The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will take place Saturday, April 10th from 9 am to 3 pm at the Utah Valley University Northwest Parking Area (about 1200 West and 800 South, in Orem). Details can be found at www.UtahCountyHealth.org/hhw or by calling 801-851-7525. Please - household waste only in containers less than 5 gallons -- no commercial waste.

Burn Permits: 1/26/10

2010-01-26T09:24:00.001-07:00

Burn permits will be issued starting March 15, 2010 to citizens of Saratoga Springs. Burn season as allowed by Utah County will be from March 15th through April 15th. Burn permits can be obtained from the Saratoga Springs Fire Department at 995 West 1200 North from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday from March 15th through April 15th. The cost of a permit is $10.00 (no credit cards accepted).

City Council Vacancy: 1/13/10

2010-01-13T16:14:00.003-07:00

With the recent election of Mayor Mia B. Love, a vacancy exists on the City of Saratoga Springs City Council. This seat will be filled by appointment of the City Council with a term that expires in December 2011.

In order to be considered for this appointment, qualified applicants must submit a letter of interest and a resume to Lori Yates, City Recorder, by Friday, January 29, 2010. Submissions will be accepted by fax: (801) 766-9794, email: lyates@saratoga-springs.net, or in person or by mail: 1307 North Commerce Drive, Suite 200, Saratoga Springs, Utah 84045.

Qualified applicants must be US Citizens at least 18 years of age, be registered to vote, be current residents of the City of Saratoga Springs and must have resided in the City for at least twelve consecutive months immediately prior to serving on the City Council.

The City Council intends to conduct an initial review of the applicants. Based upon a review of the letters of intent and resumes, the City Council will narrow their selection and choose the top candidates for an interview during a City Council meeting in February.

Saratoga Springs Mayor to Participate in Dance Competition: 1/06/10

2010-01-06T15:11:00.009-07:00

Two night event:
1st Annual Dancing up a Storm

Westlake High's version of Dancing With the Stars!

Friday and Saturday January 29th and 30th, 2010
7:00 PM both nights (doors open 30 minutes prior for seating)

There are 14 competing dancers from Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs. The list of those participating ranges from students, coaches, teachers, policemen, firemen and Mayor Love competing against Mayor Jackson of Eagle Mountain.

Each competitor has been assigned a dance partner from the WHS Varsith Ballroom Team and each dancing couple has been assigned two dances, one latin and one standard dance. The first night the couples will dance for your vote, the second night is the finale.

There are three ways to get tickets for this event:

1. Tickets may be pre-purchased by mail (click here for the order form)
Send to: Westlake Hich School, Coach Christian Bastian, 99 N 200 W, Saratoga Springs, UT 84045.

2. You can send a ticket request by email to dancingupastormwhs@gmail.com and a member of the WHS ballroom team will get back to you.

3. Students will be able to purchase tickets from the Ballroom team members at the High School.

Pricing is as follows:

Individual tickets will be $5 for one night or $8 for both nights.

Family Pass (those in the immediate family) will be $25 for one night or $40 for both nights.

Click here for a copy of the event flyer.

Redwood Road Update: 12/21/09

2009-12-21T07:31:00.001-07:00

Happy Holidays! Please note that until Rocky Mountain Power is able to complete its work south of SR-73, the SR-68 project will not be at work in the area. Given this, we will suspend these updates until such time that the contractor is able to come back for final paving. Special notice will be given should any high-impact activity be planned in the interim. Please take a moment to fill out our Post-Construction Survey (See details below).

SR-68 Post Construction Survey

With nine out of ten miles of the project successfully complete, the project team would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all of the residents, business owners and commuters for their patience while this new roadway was constructed. The project team is interested in how you feel things went. Your comments help the UDOT team improve service on future projects. The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete and will be available through Monday, January 4.
Click here to take the survey

You can also access the survey from our project Web site at www.udot.utah.gov/sr-68south. If you prefer to receive a hard copy by mail, please reply to this email or contact us at (801) 455-3116.

Due to cold weather conditions and utility delays, the contractor will need to come back to finalize some paving in the spring. Work in the spring should last only a few weeks and have limited impacts.
Rocky Mountain Power still has much of their work remaining south of SR-73 to remove power poles and place new ones. When their poles are moved, SR-68 crews plan to fill the holes, patch the surrounding area and make preparations for the removal of barrels so traffic can flow normally.
Crews continue on several clean up items and final adjustments throughout the project, including driveways, landscaping, fence, placing road signs and reflectors. In order for crews to safely work on these items, some brief access interruptions and lane shifts may occur.

Pioneer Crossing Update: 12/21/09

2009-12-21T07:26:00.001-07:00

Note: Construction crews will not work during the Christmas Holiday
I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - With traffic now moved to the south half of Main Street, please remember lanes are narrowed and all left turns into the business areas between State Street and Kawakami Drive are to be made only at signalized intersections. Excavation work for retaining walls and installation of settlement drains for the north bridge of the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) continues. Crews will begin building retaining walls the last week in December.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are building the retaining walls and placing embankment. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through mid-January.
Present to Dec. 31: The intersection of 900 West and Main Street remain closed Due to additional utility work underway within this area. Motorists will need to use 1020 West to access area homes, businesses and the park-and-ride lot. In addition to the 900 West closure, Dec. 21-23: parking stalls along the south side of the park-and-ride lot will also be closed while crews install pipe in the area.
South Area - Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) is underway. Crews will install rebar, build forms and place the concrete walls during the next few weeks.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): Installation of additional storm drain underneath 300 East has been rescheduled for the last week in December. Once work is underway, motorists should expect slight travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide motorists through the area. Please use caution as crews operating heavy equipment are working nearby.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): Work on utility accesses continues.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail is underway. Crews will place the concrete walls by the end of December. Work on the culvert for Dry Creek continues.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Minimal work will be done in this area during the winter.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Installation of utility accesses and irrigation lines continues.
Jordan River Bridge Area - The temporary bridge over the Jordan River has been removed. Crews continue to build the forms and rebar framework for the river bridge. Placement of the concrete bridge deck has been rescheduled to January.
Embankment restoration along the Jordan River will be complete by the end of December. Construction of the Jordan River Parkway Trail has been rescheduled to begin in January.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration next spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Minimal work being performed within this area. Street lights will be installed along Pioneer Crossing between Redwood Road and the Jordan River the final week in December.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents - especially children - to keep out of the construction area.
If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

Pioneer Crossing Update: 12/14/09

2009-12-14T13:11:00.001-07:00

I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - With traffic now moved to the south half of Main Street, please remember lanes are narrowed and all left turns into the business areas between State Street and Kawakami Drive are to be made only at signalized intersections. The old Main Street bridge over I-15 has been removed and crews will install settlement drains and begin building retaining walls for the north bridge of the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI).
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are building the retaining walls and placing embankment. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through mid-January.
Present to Dec. 31: Due to additional utility work needed within this area, the closure of 900 West has been extended until the end of December. Motorists will need to use 1020 West to access area homes, businesses and the park-and-ride lot.
South Area - Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) is underway. Concrete will be placed during the next couple of weeks.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): Crews will install additional storm drain and irrigation lines at 300 East towards the end of the week. Motorists should expect slight travel delays. Please use caution as crews operating heavy equipment are working nearby.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): Work on utility accesses and irrigation lines continue.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail is underway. Towards the end of the week, crews will place the concrete walls for the trail crossing. Work on utility accesses is nearing completion.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Minimal work will be done during the winter.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Storm drain work is complete. Installation of utility accesses and irrigation lines continues.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Placement of forms and rebar framework for the river bridge continues. The concrete bridge deck will be placed towards the end of the week.
Embankment restoration along the Jordan River continues. Construction of the Jordan River Parkway Trail undercrossing will begin the week of Dec. 21
The Jordan River Parkway Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration next spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Crews will install traffic signal poles at the Redwood Road intersection. Installation of irrigation lines continues.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For specific construction tasks there will be night work. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents to keep out of the construction area. If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

Pioneer Crossing: 12/7/09

2009-12-07T07:13:00.001-07:00

**Note: Although several sections of the concrete pavement have been placed, work is not complete. Please do not drive on the new road.
I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - Motorists have been switched over to the south side of Main Street from U.S. 89 (State Street) to 1020 West in American Fork. Crews will finish installing sidewalk along the south side of Main Street.
Bridge demolition:Dec. 5-6: I-15 will be closed beginning at 10 p.m. Saturday until 9:30 a.m. Sunday while crews demolish the old interchange bridge at American Fork Main Street. Motorists will be diverted over the on- and off-ramps at the interchange. Please anticipate moderate to heavy travel delays between 10 p.m. and midnight.
Due to the demolition work, Main Street will be closed from Kawakami Drive to 1020 West from 9 p.m. Saturday to approximately 9:30 a.m. Sunday. Motorists will need to use State Street to Main Street in Lehi or 300 West to 200 South as alternative routes. Once the old bridge has been removed, crews will install settlement drains and begin building retaining walls for the north bridge.
Nightly lane restrictions on I-15:Dec. 9 - 11: I-15 will be restricted to two lanes (HOV and left lane) in each direction from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for bridge work. Motorists should anticipate moderate to heavy delays from 8 p.m. through midnight.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange are narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews are building the retaining walls and placing embankment. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through mid-January.
Present to Dec 21: 900 West in American Fork will be closed for culinary and irrigation line installation. Motorists will need to use 1020 West to access area homes and businesses and the park-and-ride lot.
South Area - Crews have finished building the embankment. Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) will begin by mid-December.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): Minimal work is being performed in this area at this time. Utility work will resume mid-December.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): Crews will finish utility line connections, utility access and irrigation work during the next few weeks.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): The crossing for Dry Creek is in place. Crews will set traffic signal poles at the intersection of 1700 West. Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail is underway. Work on utility accesses continues.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Sidewalk has been placed at the intersections. Minimal work will be done during the winter.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Installation of utility accesses, storm drain and irrigation lines continues.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Placement of forms and rebar framework for the river bridge continues. The concrete bridge deck will be placed beginning the middle of December.
Crews are restoring the embankments along the river and will remove the temporary bridge crossing by mid-December.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration next spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Signal poles and street lights will be installed towards the middle of December. Sidewalk construction is nearly complete for the winter.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For specific construction tasks there will be night work. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents to keep out of the construction area.
If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

Redwood Road Update: 12/3/09

2009-12-03T07:06:00.000-07:00

With the cold temperatures and snowy weather coming up, please remember that the work announced in these updates is weather dependent and subject to change.

General Project Information

General Impacts south of SR-73
Due to cold weather conditions and utility delays, the contractor will need to come back to finalize some paving in the spring. Work in the spring should last only a few weeks and have limited impacts. Rocky Mountain Power continues to work south of SR-73 removing poles and placing new ones. As soon as their poles are moved, SR-68 crews plan to fill the holes, patch the surrounding area and make preparations for the removal of barrels so traffic can flow normally over the winter. Approved roadside mailboxes continue to be placed along the project. For safety reasons, federal regulations dictate that these new boxes be placed on breakaway posts. Please note, residents should not alter these boxes after they are installed. Any alterations are at risk of removal and replacement at the property owners’ expense. Crews continue on several clean up items and final adjustments throughout the project, including driveways, landscaping, fence, placing road signs and reflectors, and raising manholes to the level of the road. In order for crews to safely work on these items, some brief access interruptions and lane shifts may occur.

Please note that due to weather, project conflicts, or equipment/supply issues, schedules are subject to change.

More Information
For additional project information, visit www.udot.utah.gov/sr-68south. For specific questions or concerns, contact the Public Information Team at sr68info@langdongroupinc.com or 801-455-3116.

Pioneer Crossing Update: 11/30/09

2009-11-30T07:29:00.002-07:00

**Note: Although several sections of the concrete pavement have been placed, work is not complete. Please do not drive on the new road.
I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - Work continues on the traffic signal at Kawakami Drive. The new signal will be operational by Nov. 30.
Crews are placing the final concrete and asphalt segments leading up to the new interchange bridge. Traffic will be diverted onto the bridge Nov. 30. Once motorists have been switched onto the new bridge, crews will build new ramp connections from I-15 southbound and to I-15 northbound. Beginning Nov. 30 through Dec. 3, access to the on-ramp to I-15 northbound from the west side of the interchange will be restricted. Motorists needing to connect to I-15 northbound via the on-ramp from the west will need to use Mill Pond Road to Lehi Main Street as an alternative route.
Ramp closures:Dec. 2-3: The northbound on- and southbound-off ramp at I-15 will be closed at night from approximately 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2 to 7 a.m. the following morning. Motorists will need to use the I-15 interchanges at Lehi Main Street or 500 East in American Fork as alternative routes.
Bridge demolition:Dec. 5-6: I-15 will be closed beginning at 10 p.m. Saturday until 9:30 a.m. Sunday, while crews demolish the old interchange bridge at American Fork Main Street. Motorists will be diverted over the on- and off-ramps at the interchange. Please anticipate moderate to heavy travel delays between 10 p.m. and midnight. Please use caution when exiting and entering the interstate and expect slight travel delays as trucks, heavy equipment and construction crews are working nearby. Flaggers are posted to guide motorists through the construction area.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange have been narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - The footings for the retaining wall for the north embankment of the Mill Pond Bridge is in place. Crews are building the retaining walls and placing embankment. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through mid-January.
Nov. 30 - Dec 21. 900 West in American Fork will be closed for culinary and irrigation line installation. Motorists will need to use 1020 West to access area homes and businesses and the park-and-ride lot.
South Area - Crews will finish placing additional material on the embankment through the first week in December. Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) will begin by mid-December.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): Utility and irrigation work continues.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): Crews will finish utility line connections, utility access and irrigation work during the next few weeks.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): There is minimal work within this area. Crews will prepare the roadway area for curb, gutter and sidewalk.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): The crossing for Dry Creek is in place. Construction of the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail is underway. Work on utility accesses continues.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Crews will build the base layers for the sidewalk. Sidewalk will be placed as weather allows.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Installation of utility accesses, storm drain lines and landscaping will continue through mid-December.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Placement of forms and rebar framework for the river bridge continues. The concrete bridge deck will be placed within two weeks.
The 60-inch waterline is in place. Crews will begin restoring the embankments along the river and removing the temporary bridge crossing by mid-December.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration next spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - Crews will install sprinkler lines in this area. Signal poles and street lights will be installed towards the middle of December. Sidewalk construction continues.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For specific construction tasks there will be night work. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents to keep out of the construction area. If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.

Public Works Administrative Assistant Needed!

2009-11-23T11:00:00.000-07:00

The City of Saratoga Springs is currently looking to hire a part-time Public Works Administrative Assistant. Interested persons should fill out a City employment application. For a detailed job description click here.

Pioneer Crossing Update: 11/23/09

2009-11-23T07:22:00.002-07:00

I-15 Interchange at American Fork Main Street: Main Street Area (East of I-15) - Signal work continues at Kawakami Drive. Crews will set poles at the north side of intersection before Thanksgiving. The new signal will be operational by Nov 30. Crews are installing drainage basins and curb and gutter along the south side of Main Street as they prepare to divert traffic onto the south side of Main Street. The bridge transitions have been poured and crews are placing the final concrete and asphalt segments leading up to the new interchange bridge. Traffic will be diverted onto the bridge beginning Nov. 30. Once motorists have been switched onto the new bridge, Crews will build new ramp connections from I-15 southbound and to I-15 northbound. Each of these ramps will be closed during the night of Dec. 1.The old interchange bridge will be removed the first weekend in December (Dec. 5-6). Nov. 23. I-15 southbound will be restricted to three lanes in each direction (the Express Lanes will be closed) at the interchange to American Fork Main Street, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for barrier work. Motorists should expect moderate travel delays. Please use caution when exiting and entering the interstate and expect slight travel delays as trucks, heavy equipment and construction crews are working nearby. Flaggers are posted to guide motorists through the construction area.
I-15 Travel Lane Changes: The travel lanes along I-15 near the American Fork Main Street interchange have been narrowed to 11 feet and the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph. Please remember, fines for speeding violations are doubled in construction zones.
Mill Pond Road Area in Lehi to American Fork Main St.: North Area - Crews have placed the footings for the retaining wall for the north embankment of the Mill Pond Bridge. Crews will build the retaining walls and place embankment. Trucks will be working well into the night. As trucks will be accessing this area, motorists should anticipate moderate travel delays. Flaggers will be posted to guide drivers through the work zone. This work will continue through mid-January. Crews have widened 80 North (between 1020 and 900 West) to improve traffic flow within this area.
South Area - The retaining walls are in place. Crews will continue to place additional material on the embankment through the first week in December. Construction of the bridge support walls (abutments) will begin the first of December.
Mill Pond Road south of the intersection with 8020 North in Lehi (south of the UPRR tracks) will remain closed until late spring 2010. Residents traveling north and south in this area can use 200 South to 300 West in American Fork or 300 East to 700 South in Lehi as alternatives.
300 East to Mill Pond Area (Lehi): Crews have placed the first concrete sections of the road between 300 East and the new bridge at Mill Pond Road. Paving operations are on hold until spring 2010. Utility and irrigation work continues.
500 West to 300 East Area (Lehi): Paving of this area is on hold until spring 2010. Crews will finish utility line connections and irrigation work during the next few weeks.
1100 West to 500 West Area (Lehi): In December, crews will prepare the roadway area for curb, gutter and sidewalk.
1700 West to 1100 West Area (Lehi): Excavation for the trail undercrossing for the future Dry Creek trail is underway. Crews are installing gas lines in this area.
The intersection at 1700 West is open.
2300 West to 1700 West Area (Lehi): Crews will build the base layers for the sidewalk. Sidewalk will be placed as weather allows.
Redwood Road to 2300 West Area (Lehi/ Saratoga Springs): Jordan River Bridge to 2300 West - Installation of utility accesses, storm drain lines and landscaping will continue through mid-December.
Jordan River Bridge Area - Crews are building the forms and rebar framework for the bridge transition areas and bridge deck. The concrete bridge deck will be placed by mid-December.
Crews will finish installing the 60-inch water line under the Jordan River before Thanksgiving. Once the pipeline is installed, crews will remove the temporary bridge crossing and restore the embankments along the river. The Jordan River Parkway Trail remains closed approximately one mile north of the trailhead at Wetlands Park in Saratoga Springs. Please do not attempt to cross through the work zone as there are large dump trucks driving through the area. Trail users can access the trail at Willow Park in Lehi. The trail will re-open in its new configuration next spring.
Redwood Road to Jordan River Area - The underground work for the traffic signal at Redwood Road and street lighting is complete. Crews will set signal poles and street lights towards the middle of December. Sidewalk construction continues.
General Project Information General work hours are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For specific construction tasks there will be night work. Please use caution and slow down as you travel through the construction area as crews, large trucks and other heavy equipment are working nearby. For the safety of the public, we encourage all area residents to keep out of the construction area.
If you have questions or would like additional information about this project, feel free to contact us at 1.877.222.3757, via email at access@utah.gov, or visit the project Web site at udot.utah.gov/pioneer.