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The Second Annual Evolution Dance Company Recital was even better than the 1st. 30 students performed a variety of numbers including ballet, tap, modern dance, African dances, the jig, a “ Funky Music “ dancer, Shane did a break dance spin, Randy made a leap (I did catch it on camera) and the dads and daughters formal dance was extra special. Lastly, thanks to Savannah Angle, from Salt Lake City, for her stunning tapdance. Thanks Heather and Company for another great evening. Pictures can be seen at The Gallery.
The City Council, at their last meeting, approved the current budget modification. More revenue has been received than originally budgeted . The Council heard updates on a number of small projects paid for in 2008/09 budget cycle. The 2009/2010 budget was discussed and explained. The New year includes the “Park Master Plan” project; the completion of the water projects; the completion of the Fire House that is now out for bid; $5,000 for street lamps; and a 3% wage increase for all staff.
Councilman Dunn shared his new expertise in chemical management of noxious weeds.
Elaine Lott reported on Planning and Zoning Ordinances and the progress the Committee has made toward completion of the entire system. Mayor Porter asked if they were ready for public hearings and Elaine indicated she thought they would be in August.
Main Street was bustling with young and old – painting flower boxes, curbs, and generally sprucing up City Center. Councilman Taylor thanked Allysia Angus and the Main Street Project for coordinating the efforts of the Orem Encampment. The Potato Valley Lions Club fed 280+ members of the group Breakfast on their last morning (Saturday). They actually got all the way through the line, except the last 20 folks, before the rain storm hit. Congratulations to Wild West Retreat – they served over 900 meals during the week. When the village comes together on projects it’s pretty impressive what can happen.
Don’t forget to put the July 4th dinner at the park on your schedule. 6-8 PM. If the fireworks get delivered early again this year, we’ll have some at the park that evening.
The Escalante Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours at Canyons B&B on Monday June 29th at 7PM. If you’re interested in joining, or finding out more this is the time and place. If you have questions you can contact President Ken Ruick at the Circle D or Kate Vining at Canyons B&B, or me.
No sooner did I get a huge section at the house weeded and the goatheads pulled than it rains again. Give it a week, I’ll have to start over. That’s okay, the Mormon Tea and Sage are loving all this rain. It’s hard on the flowers, but the next round of native plant blooms should start soon.
As you read this (on Friday) we should know if we have a place for the Little League Field next year. I spoke with Supt. Park about the Intergovernmental agreement and he was feeling positive about the agreement between the School District and Escalante City. More next week. Until then – - – - – - – - -