Utah Valley as seen from the top of Turtle Hill.
Happy June 1st! Colten here.
I hope you enjoyed the carnival, parade, and fireworks, despite the cold and rainy weather. That cold weather is behind us now, with a warm week ahead.
Let’s jump into it.
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UTILITY BOX
☀️ Weather
🌤️ Mon 82°/51°
☀️ Tue 84°/53°
⛅ Wed 88°/58°
⛅ Thu 90°/57°
☀️ Fri 90°/60°
🌤️ Sat 92°/60°
🌤️ Sun 85°/54°
🚧 Road work
Daytime neighborhood crack seal work runs June 4 - 11. Peckham Asphalt Paving will be working in Arrival, Sage Valley, Autumn Ridge, City Hall, Eagle Point, and Harmony. No road closures expected. Keep vehicles off roadways during work hours. Details here.
AT CITY HALL
Jim and Dena Smith were named Grand Marshals of Saturday's Grand Parade and recognized for their decades of dedication to Eagle Mountain. Read more here.
City Council — Tuesday, June 2, 7 PM
Two items on Tuesday's agenda worth knowing about.
Horizon Development — public hearing
A developer is asking the city to approve plans for 110 homes on about 109 acres along Pony Express Parkway. City staff and the Planning Commission have both recommended the council deny the request, pointing to concerns about steep slopes, water infrastructure, and traffic at the site's only access point.
Tuesday's meeting is a public hearing. EM residents can attend and comment before the council votes. Meeting details here.
Fiber internet — franchise agreement
The council is also considering a 10-year agreement that would allow a fiber internet provider to build a network along city roads. If approved, it could mean more high-speed internet options for Eagle Mountain residents. Meeting details here.
Property tax — June 16 reminder
The city is proposing a property tax increase to fund public safety. The first public hearing is two weeks away on June 16 at 7 PM, City Council Chambers. This is your chance to weigh in before anything is finalized. Full details here.
Eagle Monument — back where she belongs
EMMIE the Eagle is back at the Eagle Mountain Blvd and SR-73 intersection after more than a year away. She was removed in spring 2025 due to rock deterioration. Full restoration is expected by mid-June. Read more here.
THIS WEEK
Food Truck Rally — Thursday, June 4
The city's summer food truck series kicks off this Thursday. 6 - 9 PM at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park. It runs every Thursday through September. Details here.
Saturday, June 6
A full day worth planning around. Here's what's happening in order:
Farmer's Market — 9 AM–1 PM, Cory B. Wride Memorial Park. Details here.
Granite Credit Union Grand Opening — 10 AM–2 PM, 3569 East Maverik Lane. Food from Best Burger Ever and Udder Rivals. Free meal ticket available for the first 100 guests. Cash machine, carnival games, and giveaways. Details here.
Motivational Mile — 1–4 PM, Cory B. Wride Memorial Park. Details here.
Demolition Derby — 7 PM, Pony Express Memorial Arena, 4447 N Major Street. Details here. Tickets here.
STARTING TODAY
Imaginaria — Thanksgiving Point
Imaginaria opens today at Ashton Gardens in Lehi and runs through August 22, Monday through Saturday, 9 AM - 9 PM. The festival transforms the 50-acre gardens into an America 250 celebration with giant landmarks, splash zones, and hands-on activities for all ages. Included with regular Ashton Gardens admission; free for members. Worth the drive. Details here.
Summer Monday Fundays — Saratoga Springs
The free Monday evening series kicks off tonight with Scales and Tails at Neptune Park, 6 - 9 PM. Drop-in, no registration needed. The series runs every Monday in June. Next Monday, June 8: Chalk, Walk & Boogie. Tonight's event here.
COMING UP
PRCA Rodeo — June 11–13
Pony Express Days continues into June with three nights of professional rodeo at the Pony Express Memorial Arena, 4447 N Major Street. Shows start at 7 PM each night. Details here. Tickets here.
Splash Days — Saratoga Springs, June 10–13
Saratoga Springs' annual summer celebration is ten days out. A few highlights:
Splash Bash Water Party — June 10, 2–3:30 PM, Shay Park (free)
Family Night at the Carnival — June 10, 6:30–10 PM, Neptune Park (paid; voucher info here)
Grand Parade — June 13, 10 AM, Neptune Park (free)
Saturday at the Park — June 13, noon–11 PM, Neptune Park (free)
WORTH THE DRIVE
Fork Fest — June 12–13, American Fork
Utah's biggest local music festival returns for year nine at Art Dye Park in American Fork. 31 bands across three stages, headlined by Neon Trees. Friday's Firelight Kickoff runs June 12 from 6 -10:30 PM (ticketed, all ages). The main festival is Saturday, June 13, with gates opening at 11:45 AM. Tickets are $35; kids 11 and under get in free on Saturday. Details and tickets here.
The Sound of Music — June 10–19, Herriman
Friends of Herriman presents outdoor community theater at Butterfield Park through June 19. Paid performances. A sensory-friendly showing is also available this Saturday, June 6. Performance details here. Sensory night details here.
Pleasant Grove Strawberry Days — June 13
Free admission at Historic Downtown Pleasant Grove. A classic Utah summer event worth the short drive. Details here.
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Well, that’s it for today’s Valueletter. Thanks for reading.
See you around,
— Colten
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