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Hey Eagle Mountain. Colten here.

I don’t know if you’re on Facebook or Instagram, but I started running a new ad there, and let’s just say I’m more comfortable behind a keyboard than in front of a camera. (Lol) But marketing experts like Falter Media, the team I work with, say videos like this perform better. Falter Media knows what they’re doing, so I trusted them and went for it.

If you happen to see the ad, I’d really appreciate a like or a comment. If you’re not on social media, more power to you. Honestly, you’re probably better off not spending your time there. But it’s the world we live in, and I’ve got to post there to grow my audience.

Anyways, let’s jump into today’s Valueletter.

UTILITY BOX

Weather this week:

🌤️ Thu, Nov 12: 60°/35°
⛅ Fri, Nov 13: 59°/41°
🌧️ Sat, Nov 14: 47°/31°
⛅ Sun, Nov 15: 52°/35°
⛅ Mon, Nov 16: 54°/35°
🌧️ Tue, Nov 17: 46°/32°

Active Construction Projects:

🚧 Campus Dr. and Ranches Pkwy. — Construction through spring 2027, with lane closures posted on the page.
🚧 Trail Head Rd. and Pony Express Pkwy. — Lane closures while a new traffic signal goes in.
🚧 Cory B. Wride Memorial Park — Parking lot construction through November.
🚧 Rocky Mountain Power line work — Lane closures, shoulder work and lane shifts through the end of the year on Bobby Wren Blvd.; Turnberry Rd.; Pony Express Pkwy. between Ranches Pkwy. and Woodhaven Blvd.; and Ranches Pkwy. at Appaloosa Way.

Resources:

🚐 UTA On Demand — On-demand rides in parts of Eagle Mountain. $2.50, or $1 reduced fare.

🔗 Eagle Mountain City's Linktree.

📱 The Eagle Mountain City App: App Store or Google Play.

♻️ 2026 Recycling Calendar.

💊 The medication disposal kiosk inside City Hall.

🏛️ Civic Roll Call — Tool for tracking what's happening at City Hall.

❓ Rumor Stop — The city's answers to questions residents are asking.

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AT CITY HALL

Planning Commission Meeting Recap

The Planning Commission met Tuesday, November 10. Here's what you should know:

  • A developer’s plan for up to 9,180 homes got its first review (no vote). The plan, called The Bench, covers about 1,800 acres. City staff said it has “a lot more units” than staff is comfortable with. Commissioner Allen praised the plan’s trails and its equestrian and off-road areas, saying, “I think this fits Eagle Mountain very, very well.” Nothing was voted on, and the developer still has to apply formally.

  • Two horses in Westview Heights (approved). A homeowner in Westview Heights can now keep up to two horses on a half-acre lot. City code usually requires 2,500 square feet of fenced space for each horse. In neighborhoods zoned for horses, the code requires only 600 square feet per horse. City staff had recommended a corral of at least 2,500 square feet. After the homeowner pointed out the 600-square-foot rule, staff said they would change that recommendation. The Commission approved a 1,250-square-foot corral, and its decision is final. The approval ends if the homeowner moves. City Attorney Marcus Draper said the two rules conflict, and he thinks the Commission will see a proposed change to city code to fix the conflict.

  • Ranch House Storage (recommended). Ranch House Storage wants to build self-storage units on about 10 acres along Pole Canyon Boulevard. The units would go around the edge of the property, with RV storage in the middle for now. The land is zoned for farming today. The Commission recommended that the City Council approve changing the zoning to allow storage. The Commission also recommended that the Council approve the business’s contract with the city. The City Council will decide on both at a future meeting.

  • Water rights rules (to be reviewed again in December). The city’s proposed water rights rules would change when developers have to give the city water rights for new homes. City staff are taking another look at when in the process developers should have to give the city those water rights. Planning Director Brandon Larsen said the rules should come back to the Planning Commission at its first meeting in December. The Commission canceled its November 24 meeting, so its next meeting is December 8, its last meeting of the year.

Look Ahead: The City Council meets Tuesday, November 17. At 7:00 p.m., it holds public hearings on letting residents sell farm products from home and on allowing utilities, including power lines, on farm-zoned land (notice).

Side Note: The city didn't post a recording of the City Council's November 10 meeting on the speed study, so I can't report on what was said.

Here are the results of Monday's polls

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: Brooksby Heating & Air

Is your furnace making unusual noises, heating unevenly, or running up your energy bill? River Brooksby of Brooksby Heating & Air says those are signs worth paying attention to as the weather turns cold.

Here are River's tips for keeping your furnace running well this winter:

  • Replace dirty air filters regularly.

  • Make sure vents and registers aren't blocked.

  • Pay attention to unusual noises, inconsistent heating, or unexpected increases in your energy bill.

If something seems off, River offers a free diagnostic visit. He'll come take an initial look at no charge and give you upfront pricing for any recommended repairs. River is a licensed technician with more than 10 years of experience.

If it's time for a new furnace, River is offering Eagle Mountain Value readers $200 off a new furnace installation or replacement. Just mention Eagle Mountain Value when you schedule.

Call or text River at (385) 336-6723, email [email protected], or visit brooksbyhvac.com.

COMMUNITY NOTES

Late registration for Junior Jazz, the city's youth basketball program, closes Sunday, November 15 at 11:59 p.m. It's for kindergarten through 8th grade, with a $5 late fee. Register on the city's recreation site under "Youth Sports / Programs Registration."

THIS WEEK'S EVENTS

Saturday, November 14

Sunday, November 15

  • Junior Jazz late registration closes

Monday, November 16

Tuesday, November 17

  • City Council. Public hearings at 7:00 p.m. (see At City Hall)

  • Drill Showcase, Cedar Valley High varsity drill team, 7:00 p.m., Cedar Valley High main gym. Tickets

At the library (1650 E. Stagecoach Run), November 12 through 17

At the Senior Center (1632 E. Heritage Dr.), November 12 through 17

More at the Senior Center

WORTH THE DRIVE

Thursday, November 12

  • The Pirates of Penzance, Hidden Valley Middle School, Bluffdale. 7:00 p.m. November 12 and 13; 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. November 14. Reserved tickets

  • Luminaria opens at Thanksgiving Point, Lehi, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Through January 9, closed Sundays

  • A Night of Broadway: Salute to Disney, SCERA, Orem. 7:00 p.m. November 12 to 14. $16, or $12 for ages 3 to 11 and 65 and up

Saturday, November 14

  • Fall Youth Market, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 123 N. Center St., Lehi. Kids ages 8 to 15 sell products they made

  • Veteran's Flag Ceremony, 11:00 a.m. to noon, Patriot Park, Saratoga Springs

  • Superhero Science, a Super STEM Saturday at the Museum of Natural Curiosity, Lehi. Costumes welcome; museum tickets required

NEXT WEEK

Christmas Market by Eagle Mountain Mercantile Co-Op

  • Christmas Market, hosted by the Eagle Mountain Mercantile Co-op and Sweet Berry Farm, Friday, November 20, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 21, 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., 1425 N 1300 E, Cedar Fort. Vendors can fill out the vendor application; a 10x10 booth is $125

Wednesday, November 18

Thursday, November 19

  • The Diary of Anne Frank, CV Theatre, Cedar Valley High Little Theatre. 7:00 p.m. November 19 to 21, plus a 1:00 p.m. matinee Saturday, November 21

Friday, November 20

Monday, November 23

  • Thanksgiving Baskets service project for seniors, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Senior Center. Assemble baskets for 20 local families in need; pizza after

  • Aviation hub open house, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., City Hall. Learn about the proposed aviation hub, including what aircraft would fly and what jobs it could bring. Fortem Technologies is bringing its Drone Hunter

Tuesday, November 24

At the library (1650 E. Stagecoach Run), November 18 through 24

  • Bookmark Bunch: Wednesday, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Ages 8–12

  • Evening Story Time: Wednesday, 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. For preschoolers, but all ages are welcome; space limited

  • Storytime: Thursday, 10:15 and 11:00 a.m.

  • Kids STEAM Lab: Thursday, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Ages 8–12; turkey marble mazes; supplies limited

  • Laptime: Friday, 10:15 and 11:00 a.m. Ages 0–24 months

At the Senior Center (1632 E. Heritage Dr.), November 18 through 23

More at the Senior Center

LOOK AHEAD

Wednesday, November 25

Thursday, November 26

Tuesday, December 1

  • City Council

  • EM30 Treasure Hunt ends, or sooner if the last chest is found

Wednesday, December 2

Saturday, December 5

Sunday, December 6

Tuesday, December 8

  • Planning Commission, its last meeting of the year

Friday, December 11

Saturday, December 12

Friday, December 18

Wishing you a wonderful rest of your day.

See you around,

— Colten

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