City Council Update: The recreational pond is awash
The council did not approve the recreational portion of the Double Ott Ranch retention pond. The city is building a new retention and irrigation pond to replace the old one which was in a commercial zone. The city is selling that land for $1.6 million and will receive an annual sales tax of $200,000 a year for the property. City Attorney John Call said the … Continue reading City Council Update: The recreational pond is awash
Employee of the Month
Detective Paul Rhoades Paul Rhoades has worked for the North Ogden Police Department since August 1995. He is educated with a bachelor’s degree from Weber State University. He is currently in charge of special functions in the department. This job includes grant writing, special functions, compiling reports regarding stats, department public information officer, as well as his detective job. He is very knowledgeable in the … Continue reading Employee of the Month
Successful Community Play
Congratulations to the cast and crew for Once on this Island for a great show and performance. 2846 tickets were sold and the show averaged 474 attendees each night. The production came in with at least $10,000 in profit after paying back the $20,000 budget from the city and a $5,000 RAMP Grant. There were over 160 members of the community that gave of their … Continue reading Successful Community Play
Caramel Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Whenever my extended family got together my Aunt Fran made the most delicious desserts. This was one of my favorites. She would triple this recipe and it was gone in an hour. It’s a must try recipe. Warning… once you take a bite of this delicious cookie you won’t be able to stop! Bake 350, use 9×13 pan Mix: 1 ½ c. flour 1 ½ … Continue reading Caramel Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
School Events
August 7 Orion Jr. High – 7th Grade Registration Orion Jr. High – 8th Grade Registration Orion Jr. High – 9th Grade Registration August 9 Weber High – Boys Golf @ Hubbard Golf Course – 8 AM – 1 PM Weber High – Junior Registration – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Weber High – Senior Registration – 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM August 14 Weber … Continue reading School Events
4 Tips to Prepare for a Disaster Share
Across the country, we have friends and family members who are at risk of natural disasters. From hurricanes and tornadoes to wildfires, we want you and your families to be safe. Regardless of the type of storms you see in your area, here are a few basic tips you can follow. Monitor the weather. An important part of keeping everyone safe is knowing what is … Continue reading 4 Tips to Prepare for a Disaster Share
Fly Fishing and Loss
There is something serene to me about standing knee deep in a flowing river with a fly rod in my hand. The steady trickling of the river, chirping of the birds, and even the buzzing insects all contribute to a feeling of joy. I love watching the river as it twists, turns, runs and burbles along. I became enthralled with the sport of fishing as … Continue reading Fly Fishing and Loss
How business owners limit personal liability
The majority of the questions I receive from business owners involve how to limit personal liability. We live in a sue happy world. There are times when companies deal unfairly with people and filing a lawsuit may be the only recourse to provide a remedy for the injured party and hold the offending party accountable. However, there are also times when a person will initiate … Continue reading How business owners limit personal liability
Community Question Corner
Question: What am I allowed to do with the creek bed through my property? Answer: Several of the homes and properties in North Ogden City have creeks, irrigation channels, drainage channels, wetlands, or other waterways through their property. It is important to remember that anything done in these areas which alter the flow or direction of water must be approved by the city engineer’s office, … Continue reading Community Question Corner
Service Requests
Did you know you are a few clicks away from service? If you have a request for service (pothole, sign down, garbage can repairs, etc.) visit www.northogdencity.com and click on “Report Concern.” Fill in the blanks and your request is on its way to us. Continue reading Service Requests
Community Pond Coming
North Ogden City has been working toward the construction of a community pond to be located at approximately 2300 N 250 E. These are some of the items that were discussed at an open house last month. This facility will play an important role for our city and will serve three main purposes. 1. Detention Basin for North Ogden City – North Ogden City … Continue reading Community Pond Coming
City Business Spotlight
North Ogden spotlights one outstanding North Ogden business each month. This month we feature Jumy Nails, which opened November 2001 and is owned by Jumy Nguyen. Jumy has lived in North Ogden for approximately 11 years and raised her three children, Tony, Julie and Steven. This year we have also spotlighted Ace Hardware of North Ogden, Mountain Springs Dental, Brilliant Lighting Center, Two Hoosiers Cyclery, … Continue reading City Business Spotlight
Ogden City Farmers Market
More than just great produce Some activities are synonymous with summer months such as camping, swimming pool fun, vacationing, roasting a gooey s’more around a campfire, catching a fish in a lake, or riding bikes amid the wildflowers and breathtaking Utah landscape. However, I have become a fond attendee of another local activity that I look forward to during my summer months here in Northern … Continue reading Ogden City Farmers Market
Pleasant View From the Mayor
It seems as if summer just started and is in full on heat mode, but we are only a couple of weeks away from the beginning of the school year. This always makes me feel as if my summer is slipping away. We have started many projects that I am sure you have noticed happening around the city. It is amazing how many things are … Continue reading Pleasant View From the Mayor
Proud Parent Moment
Congrats Kendall & Kambree! Kendall and Kambree Strasburg were among elite company in Oklahoma city, Oklahoma at the end of June. The twelve year old twin sisters were selected to participate in the USA softball All-American games. Just three hundred and sixty girls nationwide were selected to play in the tournament. Their team was made up of fifteen girls from Utah, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho … Continue reading Proud Parent Moment
American Prestige Roofing
Ken Wilmot cares deeply about treating his customers well and delivering quality work. Sometimes you just want the job done right. When Ken Wilmot started American Prestige Roofing in 1991, he decided to make sure to do things right. Born and raised in Utah, Ken worked for a roofing contractor during high school and beyond, learning the trade. He moved to Washington for a short … Continue reading American Prestige Roofing
History
North Ogden’s Post Office The North Ogden Post Office building was built by Sidney Stevens in 1867 at 2599 North 400 East. The original structure was reportedly one of the first two-story brick buildings in Utah and operated as a general merchandise store. The upper level was used as a dance floor, and a library was housed in the building with about 100 books that … Continue reading History
Weber High School Standout
Future Business Leaders of America is a club at Weber High that prepares students for the real-world and the business side of life. For three Warriors, all upcoming seniors, FBLA is an avenue to ride their passions. Lucky for them, they are also good at it…like, second place nationally good. For perspective, FBLA, according to their website, “recognizes and rewards excellence in a broad range … Continue reading Weber High School Standout
North Ogden Mayor’s Message
Mayor’s Message Last month we celebrated Pioneer Day, a day that commemorates the arrival of the pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley. Many of us in North Ogden have ancestors who were pioneers during that period of time. There are many stories of the hardships suffered during this westward movement. Conditions were brutal because of weather, disease, and the various forms of transportation that were … Continue reading North Ogden Mayor’s Message
Calendar of Events: For Seniors
SENIOR EVENTS North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. • North Ogden, Utah 801-782-6211 *A delicious and nutritious lunch is served at 11:45 am on M, T, W, & F* *Dinner is served at 5:00 pm on Thursdays* *Meals are $3 for ages 60 and up* *Meals are $6 for ages 59 and under* *Meals include a main dish, fruit, vegetable, and dessert* August … Continue reading Calendar of Events: For Seniors