RIVERTON CITY OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY Riverton City offices are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.

RIVERTON COMMUNITY TO COME TOGETHER FOR SPECIAL ANXIETY AND MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT The Riverton community will come together to raise awareness of anxiety and mental health at a special event on Monday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Riverton High School Auditorium, 12476 Silverwolf Way. The gathering, Live in Real Life: Part 2 , will be a follow-up to the standing-room only event for parents about children’s social media use and its impact on mental health held in September last year. The event’s focus will be anxiety awareness and is open to anyone age 10 years and older. To join the Facebook event, click here.

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HOPE WALK FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS TO TAKE PLACE FEB. 2 All are encouraged to participate in this year's HOPE Walk for suicide prevention. The walk will take place on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 9 a.m. Walkers begin in front of Riverton High School and conclude at Spirit Corner at 12600 S and Redwood Road. Donuts and hot chocolate will be provided at the walk's conclusion. Come and walk to raise awareness and support prevention of suicide! HOPE Hold On. Persuade. Empower. The event is sponsored by Riverton City, Riverton High School, and Intermountain Riverton Hospital.

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LIVE WITH THE MAYOR TO FEATURE STATE SENATOR DAN MCCAY Mayor Staggs will host State Senator Dan McCay for a LIVE with the Mayor Facebook Live broadcast on Friday, Jan. 25 at 4 p.m. The two will discuss the upcoming legislative session, key issues being considered, and items that may impact Riverton residents.

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Awards & Recognitions

Riverton City Choice Awards for Excellence in Education The following Riverton residents from Herriman High School were recognized as this month's winners of the Riverton City Choice Awards for Excellence in Education. Hannah Freeman (center-right) 12th Grade Ben Sagers (center) 10th Grade James Barnes (2nd from left) Healthy and Physical Education Teacher

Bryan Pickle Named Officer of the Month in UPD Riverton Precinct Officer Bryan Pickle (center) has named Officer of the Month in Unified Police Department's Riverton precinct. Officer Pickle was instrumental in helping solve an armed robbery case in Riverton. His efforts went above and beyond what is required. Congratulations and thank you, Officer Pickle!

City & Community Announcements

City Job Openings Accountant / Budget Analyst Police Commander (2) Streets Maintenance Worker Click here for job and application details. Christmas Tree Drop Off Riverton City is offering free Christmas tree drop off locations through January 31. Drop off locations include Riverton City Rodeo Arena, Centennial Park, and Monarch Meadows Park. Trees must have lights and decorations removed. Library Calendar Click here to view the Riverton Library's January calendar of events. Pledge of Allegiance at City Meetings Riverton City is looking for individuals to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at city council meetings during 2019. Those who lead the pledge will have an opportunity to introduce themselves, as well as any organization they represent, to the council. Those interested should email Virginia Loader at vloader@rivertoncity.com. Senior Center Calendar Click here to view the Riverton Senior Center's February calendar of events and classes.

Upcoming Events & Programs

MOM & ME: PIRATE PARTY  Monday, February 25 Ages: 3-12 years, + moms Time: 6 p.m. Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center 12830 S Redwod Rd Riverton, UT 84065 Calling all moms! Join us in a night filled with pirate themed activities, food, and fun for your little rascals. Kids will get a chance to dig for treasure, visit the fortune teller, even walk the plank mate. Click here to join the Facebook event. REGISTER NOW HIATT TAEKWONDO February or March Sessions Ages: 5+ Cost: $65 Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center 12830 S Redwod Rd Riverton, UT 84065 The Hiatt Taekwondo program provides taekwondo and self-defense instruction that promotes strength, anti-bullying, and self-protection techniques. Those age 5 years are older are welcome. Sessions are split up by age group. REGISTER NOW

January 21 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – City Offices Closed January 24 – Planning Commission Meeting – City Hall – 6:30 p.m. January 28 – Live in Real Life: Part 2 – Riverton High School Auditorium – 6 p.m. January 29 – Just You & I Registration Ends January 31 – Christmas Tree Drop Off Ends February 1 – Country Mile Early Registration Begins February 1 – Pickleball and Tennis Registration Begins February 2 – Ground Hog Day February 2 – HOPE Walk – Riverton High School – 9 a.m. February 4 – Riverton City Begins Accepting Vendor Applications for Events February 4 – Hiatt Taekwondo February Class Begins February 5 – City Council Meeting – City Hall – 7 p.m. February 6 – Utah’s World War I Poster Exhibit Opens – Old Dome Meeting Hall February 6 – Hunter Education February Class Begins February 7 – Preschool Indoor Tennis February Lessons Begin February 8 – Just You & I: Daddy Daughter Date Night – Community Center – 6 p.m. February 11 – Pop and Picasso Paint Night – 6:30 p.m. – Old Dome Meeting Hall February 12 – Utah’s World War One Exhibit Open House – Old Dome Meeting Hall – 6-8 p.m. February 14 – Valentine’s Day February 18 – Presidents' Day – City Offices Closed February 19 – City Council Meeting – City Hall – 5:45 p.m. To see the full Riverton City calendar, click here.

Riverton in the News

Check Out These Christmas Movies Filmed in Utah (Standard Examiner) Christmas Movies Filmed in Utah (Deseret News) Herriman High Students and Teacher Receive Riverton City's Excellence in Education Awards (JSD) HOPE Walk for Suicide Prevention is Feb. 2 in Riverton (Deseret News) Nerf Fest Mobile Tour Visits Three Utah Locations (ABC 4) Police ID Woman Found Dead in South Jordan as Missing Person From Riverton (Gephardt Daily) Riverton City Appoints Police Chief to Form New Department (Gephardtt Daily) Riverton City Hires New Police Chief (ABC 4) Riverton Hires Police Chief to Lead Formation of New Department (Fox 13) Riverton in Review: Looking Back on 2018 (South Valley Journal) Riverton Taps Unified Precinct Chief to Lead New Force (Deseret News) Riverton's Mission 'Slim' Possible Begins Jan. 2 (Deseret News) South Jordan Police Now Say There’s Nothing Suspicious About Woman’s Death (Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Mom Becomes Real-Life ‘Elf On The Shelf’ (KSL) Woman Found Dead in South Jordan (ABC 4) Woman Whose Body Was Found in South Jordan Had Been Reported Missing From Riverton (KSL)

City Information

Elected Officials Trent Staggs - Mayor Sheldon Stewart - District 1 Tricia Tingey - District 2 Tawnee McCay - District 3 Tish Buroker - District 4 Brent Johnson - District 5 Click here for the Mayor's contact info, here for City Council contact info, or here to view the district map. Administration Konrad Hildebrandt - City Manager Connect with Riverton City! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Contact Riverton City! Riverton City Hall 12830 S Redwood Rd Riverton, Utah 84065 (801) 254-0704 rivertoncity.com Animal Control - (801) 208-3108 Building - (801) 208-3127 Cemetery - (801) 208-3128 Code Enforcement - (801) 208-3104 Justice Court - (801) 208-3131 Parks & Recreation - (801) 208-3101 Planning & Zoning - (801) 208-3138 Police (UPD) - (385) 468-9400 Public Works - (801) 208-3162 Recorder - (801) 208-3126 Utility Billing - (801) 208-3133 Water - (801) 208-3164

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