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N. Logan council, planning commission, continue struggle over zoning

Thursday, November 8th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | 1 Comment »

By Jessica Sonderegger NORTH LOGAN—As the City Council approached the fourth item on Wednesday’s agenda, an invitation was extended to members of the Planning Commission to formally join the meeting’s discussion. Wednesday’s meeting, anticipated as much by the city council and  planning ...

Landmark Construction wins contract for Smithfield Civic Center

Thursday, October 25th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Landmark Construction wins contract for Smithfield Civic Center

By Katie Swain SMITHFIELD – City Council members voted Wednesday to allot $90,920 to begin construction on the east entrance of the Smithfield Civic Center. The contract was awarded to Landmark Construction. “Landmark Construction is by far our cheapest option here,” said ...

Where does taxpayer money go? Richmond’s recorder knows

Sunday, October 21st, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Where does taxpayer money go? Richmond’s recorder knows

By Heidi Vaughan RICHMOND – Taxpayers want to know where their dollars are being spent. Are they being spent wisely? Justin Lewis, Richmond's city recorder, knows where the money goes. Much of the money spent by Richmond comes three different funds: the ...

Mendon approves building permits in order to pay for water pipe

Monday, October 15th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Mendon approves building permits in order to pay for water pipe

By Brandon Fonda MENDON – City Council members voted to allow 15 building permits through Oct. 15, 2013, in order to fund a new water pipe. This is the first time in three years that any permits have been allowed. The permits ...

N. Logan council and planning commission close to final ordinance

Monday, October 15th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on N. Logan council and planning commission close to final ordinance

By Jessica Sonderegger NORTH LOGAN—After two joint workshops and approximately eight hours of debate and discussion, The Planning Commission is feeling confident with their newfound direction. “I doubt there will be another joint workshop,” said Planning Commission Chair Mark Hancey. There has ...

Nibley rejects request for beautification funds; land is private property

Tuesday, October 9th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Nibley rejects request for beautification funds; land is private property

By Danielle Manley NIBLEY — The picture on a projector screen showed an ugly, weed-ridden piece of land. After much debate the City Council declined the request of money for a beautification project. The land at the intersection of 3200 South and ...

Cub River sports complex to stay in county, Richmond says

Thursday, September 27th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Cub River sports complex to stay in county, Richmond says

By Heidi Vaughan RICHMOND – The City Council was unanimous Tuesday in regards to annexing  the Cub River Sports Complex into Lewiston. Their decision: “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” The sports complex is located in Cache County, on land that ...

Professional center at Gateway & 1st North OK’d by Providence

Thursday, September 27th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Professional center at Gateway & 1st North OK’d by Providence

By Dani Hayes PROVIDENCE – A professional building proposed on the southwest corner of Gateway Drive and 100 North got the go-ahead to begin construction from the City Council Tuesday. A requirement for the building's developers is to extend Gateway Drive south ...

North Logan council, planning commission work on city center details

Saturday, September 22nd, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on North Logan council, planning commission work on city center details

By Jessica Sonderegger NORTH LOGAN — The City Council and the Planning Commission met together Thursday night in a workshop setting, attempting to settle some uncertainties associated with the City Center Project. “Our role is to take direction and then plan it,” ...

Waste bin trashers in N. Logan can be fined $1,000, council says

Saturday, September 8th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Waste bin trashers in N. Logan can be fined $1,000, council says

By Jessica Sonderegger NORTH LOGAN—An ordinance revision passed unanimously Wednesday night by the City Council could result in a $1,000 fine for those who abuse the city-owned waste receptacles. “This is why,” said City Administrator Jeff Jorgensen, displaying a picture taken recently ...

Parking at River Heights park has neighbors at odds with city

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Parking at River Heights park has neighbors at odds with city

By Sean O’Sullivan RIVER HEIGHTS –- A new parking proposal has been brought forward to try to appease the residents of 600 East in River Heights. This road is the main border of Ryan’s Place Park, and there is real ...

New names in Nibley: City manager Zook and municipal judge Cook

Friday, April 20th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on New names in Nibley: City manager Zook and municipal judge Cook

By Tmera Bradley NIBLEY -- The City Council voted unanimously Thursday to approve David Zook as city manager and Trevor Cook as judge of the city's justice court. After 15 years, Larry Anhder is retiring as city manager and Zook is taking ...

Hyrum city promises help for home owners in Wapiti Bluff subdivision

Friday, April 20th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | 1 Comment »

'Some of the repairs we just won’t be able to do, we just don’t have the budget for it. But we’ll look at it and decide what we can do to help.' - Mayor Dean Howard By Tara Alvey HYRUM -- Thursday ...

Wellsville turns down request for commercial rezone

Thursday, April 19th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Wellsville turns down request for commercial rezone

By Jimena Herrero WELLSVILLE -- The City Council voted Wednesday night against amending the Land Use Map to allow properties to be rezoned from residential areas to commercial. The Planning Commission had recommended the rezoning, and on Wednesday night the council ...

Richmond Council approves use of building for Zumba class

Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Richmond Council approves use of building for Zumba class

By Chris Lee RICHMOND -- Zumba might be taught in the park and occasionally in the Community Building in Richmond. Rebecca Gathercoal, who teaches Zumba at Park School, asked the City Council if she would be able to use the Community Building ...

Reconnecting water service in River Heights soon will be cheaper

Wednesday, April 11th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Reconnecting water service in River Heights soon will be cheaper

By Sean O'Sullivan RIVER HEIGHTS -- Water reconnection fees for River Heights residents who lose water service for nonpayment of the bill are about to become significantly lower. Tuesday, the River Heights City Council decided to reduce the cost of reconnecting water ...

Sewer connections need more regulation, Wellsville council says

Saturday, April 7th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Sewer connections need more regulation, Wellsville council says

By Jimena Herrero WELLSVILLE- The City Council amended the sewage system service requirements Wednesday. Under the unamended city ordinance, homeowners were responsible for their sewage and sewage lines until they connected with city lines. “City policy has always been that the owner ...

Stay tuned, Hyrum – your own radio station is in the works

Friday, April 6th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Stay tuned, Hyrum – your own radio station is in the works

By Tara Alvey HYRUM -- Getting good radio reception can sometimes be hard in Cache Valley. But on Thursday night, the Hyrum City Council took the first steps in providing a solution to that problem. Friend Weller, who has been in ...

Nibley clarifies electronic sign ordinance; Petersen’s sign survives

Saturday, March 31st, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on Nibley clarifies electronic sign ordinance; Petersen’s sign survives

Story and photo by Tmera Bradley NIBLEY – What is the difference between direct lighting and indirect lighting? The question is not a riddle, but something upon which the City Council can’t seem to reach a conclusion. “You know the old adage, ...

City Council votes to expand River Heights with annexation

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012 Posted in Opinion | Comments Off on City Council votes to expand River Heights with annexation

By Sean O’Sullivan RIVER HEIGHTS – The city of River Heights is one step closer to officially annexing land. It is located north of 600 South and is bordered by 1000 East. “We’re taking county land, and it’s becoming part ...