In a collaborative effort, Unified Fire Authority and the Eagle Mountain City Streets Department have coordinated plans for a controlled burn scheduled for Monday, March 18.

The burn aims to address the accumulation of tumbleweeds along Eagle Mountain Blvd., specifically in the vicinity of Carriage Hill Dr. Beginning at 8 a.m., this scheduled operation is intended to efficiently dispose of the tumbleweeds.

Residents of Eagle Mountain are advised that they may observe smoke in the area during the designated burn period. Consequently, motorists travelling the area are urged to exercise caution and adhere to any relevant safety guidelines.

This initiative comes in the wake of a windstorm on Saturday, March 2, which resulted in the inundation of certain neighborhoods with thousands of tumbleweeds. The controlled burn serves as a strategic measure to manage the accumulated tumbleweeds and mitigate potential fire hazards in the area.

Through this proactive approach, the City and UFA aim to ensure the safety and well-being of residents while effectively managing tumbleweed concerns in Eagle Mountain.

The Eagle Mountain Public Library has been selected by the Read with Jenna program, an initiative spearheaded by Jenna Bush, co-host of NBC’s The Today Show and daughter of former President George W. Bush.

This designation marks the library as the sole representative from the state of Utah and one of only 50 libraries nationwide to receive a box of books curated by Bush herself through the program.

Library Director Michele Graves says the purpose of the program is to raise awareness of libraries and reading in the U.S.

“We work hard to bring Eagle Mountain citizens quality materials and to provide them with stories/information that reflects who they are, what they may be going through, etc.,” says Graves.

The library plans to showcase the books by putting them on display for one month before integrating them into their collection.

Assistant Library Director Kristin Allred shared the sentiment, reflecting on the unexpected selection of the Eagle Mountain Public Library.

“It was really exciting to come into the library that morning to a box of new books,” says Allred.

She emphasized the significance for residents, highlighting the diverse range of titles handpicked by Bush.

The Read with Jenna program aims to promote literacy and foster a love of reading among adults. Allred noted the program’s potential to benefit patrons of all ages.

“How exciting is it to read a book from your local library and then go online and discuss it with people from all over the U.S.?” she said. “Adults have a huge impact on helping our youth grow a love of reading.”

With this addition to their collection, the Eagle Mountain Library will be showcased as part of the program across the country.  

Graves said adding to the Eagle Mountain Public Library’s availability is a good thing.

“Everyone should be able to find a relatable story in our library.”

Eagle Mountain residents on Sparrowhawk Way, between Snowy Owl Rd. and Barn Owl Way, are facing a temporary water outage due to a water main break.

Approximately 30 homes will be without water service for the next 15 hours, according to the City’s Water Department. Crews are currently working to make an assessment and anticipate making a saddle replacement.

The City assures residents that efforts are underway to resolve the issue quickly. Residents are encouraged to revisit this article for updates. Eagle Mountain City appreciates the community’s understanding and cooperation while repairs are being made.

In a move aimed at improving the morning commute experience for residents of Eagle Mountain and neighboring communities, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has announced upcoming traffic signal timing adjustments on major roadways.

The affected routes include 2100 North, Pioneer Crossing and Redwood Road, which are frequently used by Eagle Mountain residents during their daily commutes.

These adjustments are set to be implemented in phases, commencing with 2100 North and followed by Pioneer Crossing and Redwood Road. The changes are scheduled to take effect on Tuesday, March 12, with UDOT’s team of traffic engineers closely monitoring the impact.

Any necessary tweaks will be made to ensure a seamless transition and enhance traffic flow during the morning rush hour.

To keep the public informed, UDOT has launched a project website at udotinput.utah.gov/nwutahcountysignals, offering background information and details about the signal timing adjustments.

Residents are encouraged to visit the website for a comprehensive understanding.

Additionally, individuals with questions, or requiring further information, can contact UDOT’s traffic team at 801-887-3700 or via email at trafficsignals@utah.gov.

The changes align with UDOT’s commitment to enhancing transportation infrastructure and optimizing traffic management in the region.

The Utah Department of Transportation is slated to install a traffic signal at the intersection of Eagle Mountain Boulevard and SR-73 in early 2025.

Following a traffic signal warrant study, UDOT determined that the intersection meets more than three of the seven criteria necessary for a signal light to be installed. Changes to this intersection are designed to improve turn movements for greater traffic safety in the area.

The design process will soon be underway, with installation slated for early next year. Typical costs for traffic signal installation are about $300,000, which will be paid for by UDOT. Infrastructure and curbing adjustments may accompany the installation to ensure the smooth integration of the new traffic signal.

The Unified Fire Authority and the Eagle Mountain City Streets Department have announced plans for a controlled burn on Monday, March 11.

The burn is aimed at disposing tumbleweeds along Eagle Mountain Blvd. in the area of Carriage Hill Dr. This scheduled burn is set to begin at 10 a.m., and will continue until 5 p.m.

Eagle Mountain residents may notice smoke in the area during that time. As a result, motorists in the vicinity are advised to exercise caution during the burn.

The controlled burn follows the Saturday, March 2windstorm that saw certain neighborhoods inundated with thousands of tumbleweeds.

This controlled burn is a strategic effort to manage the accumulation of tumbleweeds and reduce potential fire hazards.

The Nolan Park bathrooms will be closed for the next week following more than one incident of property damage in the area.

Eagle Mountain’s Parks Department made the decision to close the facilities on Wednesday, March 6 after responding to reports of both graffiti and vandalism in the park’s bathrooms.

The City’s Parks Department has reported the incident to the Utah County Sheriff’s Office Eagle Mountain division. Residents living around the park are being asked to help identify those responsible and take action to contact authorities if they notice future incidents.  

Nolan Park’s bathrooms are anticipated to re-open on Wednesday of next week.

Over the weekend, Eagle Mountain faced an unexpected challenge as Russian Thistle, commonly known as tumbleweeds, inundated neighborhoods due to the relentless high winds on Saturday.

Homeowners experienced hundreds of tumbleweeds piled up next to their residences in certain neighborhoods in Eagle Mountain.

Eagle Mountain City has taken proactive measures by providing dumpsters at various locations to facilitate cleanup efforts. Residents can find these dumpsters at 2848 Carriage Rd. (3 dumpsters), 3956 Cobble Creek Ln. (1 dumpster), 2385 Boxwood Ln. (1 dumpster), 2302 Woodbury Lane (1 dumpster), 1222 Pamela St. (1 dumpster), 1257 Skip St. (1 dumpster), and 3751 Annabell St. (1 dumpster).

Property owners are responsible for removal of the tumbleweeds from their property. To do so, residents can take advantage of the dumpsters or, for neighborhoods with lower tumbleweed impact, they can retrieve a dump pass from Eagle Mountain City Hall and take the tumbleweeds on their property to the Intermountain Regional Landfill in Fairfield.

The Eagle Mountain Streets Department spent several hours on Sunday clearing tumbleweeds from roadways and sidewalks to ensure unimpeded travel throughout the community. The cleanup effort will continue over the next week with dumpsters being provided as needs arise.