The Art Cityscape

For this special episode of the podcast, we asked staff members what they wish more residents knew. It's tricky to communicate with tens of thousands of people. Here are some pieces of info that we're still trying to get across!

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Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

A few months ago, we published an episode about the development process. Mayor Matt Packard is once again joined by Community Development Director Josh Yost to add to what was shared in that episode.

They discuss administrative vs. legislative development approval and the role of the Planning Commission. They also detail the City's notification protocols and how residents can provide feedback throughout the process.

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Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Springville Power Director Shawn Black. The two discuss how Springville Power is a valuable asset to the City and its residents, as well as information regarding customer-owned generation (solar panels).

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Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Public Safety Director and Police Chief Lance Haight, who discusses the Springville Police Department's role and relationship with the public, the expansion of the Springville Fire Department, and more.

This podcast was created in response to your questions via our Instagram story.

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Community Development Director Josh Yost to discuss the development process and why Springville gets what it gets in terms of new developments. They also discuss some exciting future development opportunities.

This podcast was created in response to your questions via our Instagram story.

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Parks and Recreation Director Stacey Child to talk about the fun festivities lined up for this year's Art City Days.

For more info on this year's events, visit: https://www.springville.org/art-city-days/

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Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Finance Director and Assistant City Administrator Bruce Riddle to discuss Google Fiber coming to Springville. They share the background, impacts and timeline for the project. This is not an advertisement for Google Fiber. City leadership believes that Google Fiber's entry into Springville will benefit all residents, whether they sign up or not.

This podcast was created in response to your questions via our Instagram story.

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by City Administrator Troy Fitzgerald to discuss the future 1600 South Interchange and traffic alleviation.

This podcast was created in response to your questions via our Instagram story.

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Public Works Director Brad Stapley on this special water episode of the podcast.

This podcast was created in response to your questions about where we get our water, and whether we'll have enough as we grow and experience droughts.

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

On this special edition of the Art Cityscape, candidates for Mayor and City Council tell us who they are, why they are running, and what they hope to accomplish.

Registered voters will receive their ballots the week of October 12, 2021. Election Day is November 2. This year, Springville City will be doing ranked choice voting.

Mayoral Candidates:

Matt Packard (00:45)

Matt Bradley (03:11)

Ryan Miller (06:00)

City Council 4-Year Term:

Ximena Bishop (06:34)

Michael Snelson (09:18)

Craig Jensen (12:15)

Marcia Conover Harris (15:16)

Also running: Dale Watson, Craig Conover, and Amanda Miller

City Council 2-Year Term:

Lyle Wert (18:23)

Chris Sorensen (21:19)

Also running: Kelly Jensen

Music:

Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz