Eagle Mountain City is still in the early planning stages for a downtown area, but plans took a recent step forward. At the Feb. 21 Eagle Mountain City Council Meeting, City Economic Development Director Evan Berrett presented a bid award recommending that Downtown Redevelopment Services be awarded the ability to build concepts for a future… Read more »
Posts By: Pat Catherall
Winter reappears in Eagle Mountain
After several mild winters with little snowfall, Eagle Mountain has experienced a plentiful winter. Current snowpack, as of today, from 8-20 inches was reported depending on the location and elevation, according to WeatherStreet.com. Living in a desert region, one might think that would mean dry and hot, but in the Cedar Valley, a rich array… Read more »
Winter inversion reminder of air quality challenges
Residents of Eagle Mountain have probably noticed a heavy layer of polluted air hanging over the valleys. The entire Wasatch Front faces significant air quality challenges in both summer and winter. Winter inversion During winter, the unique topography, consisting of high mountain ranges to the east that prevent pollution from dissipating, combined with high pressure… Read more »
Responsible plastic bag use keeps community clean
Ghostly apparitions can appear when plastic grocery bags float by on the wind, or are caught on a fence or shrub. Multiply that experience by billions and it’s more than just an apparition, but a problem being addressed by governments around the world. “Our number one problem here at the landfill is single-use plastic grocery… Read more »
Dark-sky compliance preserves views, assists wildlife
Less than 100 years ago, anyone could look up on a clear night and see thousands of stars. Now, millions of children cannot experience the Milky Way where they live. The increased and widespread use of artificial light at night is not only impairing views of the galaxy, but also adversely affecting the environment, safety,… Read more »
Climatologist: Water conservation needed despite strong winter precipitation
It has been a banner year for precipitation here in Eagle Mountain, as well as the entire state of Utah. After years of low snow totals, the weather pattern has shifted, according to Utah State University researcher and assistant state climatologist Dr. Jon Meyer. Many residents are asking why Utah has experienced so many storms?… Read more »
Community fun the focus of 2023 City events
Eagle Mountain City is known for its free, family-friendly events. In addition, the City Events department is regularly recognized for providing award-winning, all-inclusive adaptive events programming. That trend is expected to continue in 2023. The annual Easter Egg Hunt, Community Clean-Up, movies in the park, Summer Concert, Summer Bash & Laser Show, Ties and Tiaras,… Read more »
Winter storms cause delays for local road upkeep
Recent storms have taken a toll on some of Eagle Mountain’s dirt and gravel roads — including unpaved portions of Lake Mountain Road. If motorists have traveled this area, it’s likely some damage, such as potholes, has been observed. Eagle Mountain City’s Streets Department is aware of these issues, and crews are currently attempting to… Read more »
New Year, new tips for exercising outdoors in the winter
Most runners want to know when it is too cold to run outside. There are no clear-cut rules under which all experts agree. It is ultimately the runner’s personal tolerance and comfort level. Runners with conditions such as asthma, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Raynaud’s syndrome and low body fat may be particularly sensitive to running in… Read more »
Keeping pets safe in cold winter temperatures
With the dangerously frigid temperatures we’ve been experiencing, Eagle Mountain City would like to remind pet owners of the dangers of leaving dogs outside for extended periods of time. Hypothermia can kill Dogs can experience hypothermia just like humans. According to the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), this condition can be fatal. Even… Read more »