WVC Leash Laws

I had a resident ask me about Leash Laws this past week. It is a sensitive topic for dog owners & neighbors who feel frustrated by dogs roaming. I contacted Craig Thomas, who is my direct link to WVC for these types of questions. He found out the answer from Nate Beckstead with WVC Animal Services.

Nate said the following:
"Our codes require all animals to be under control at all times. So it does not matter the size or breed. The only way I know to have the dog under control is to have it on a leash. Electric collars would not be considered under control."

So, if a dog owner has a dog in their yard, but not on a leash, then it is against city code. If you have a concern, Craig gave this advice, "You can ask him to have an officer go to the home and and help the pet owner understand the code in a casual discussion. Chances are the officer will simply say there has been a request made by a neighbor to ask the pet owner to have the animal on a leash and to clean up after the pet. Names usually remain anonymous because we do not want to create contention in the neighborhoods, but it is always a good idea to specifically ask him to keep names anonymous. I think they are like code enforcement in that if they continue to get complaints, more aggressive reminders are issued."

Here is Nate's information:
Nate Beckstead
(801) 965-5806
nathan.beckstead@wvc-ut.gov

Diamond Summit Traffic Calming Open House

The West Valley City Public Works Department is hosting an open house, seeking public comment on the proposed design of speed humps throughout the Diamond Summit area.

Date: April 8, 2009

Time: 5pm to 7pm

Place: Silver Hills Elementary

(5770 West 5100 South)

Any interested persons or stakeholders are invited to attend.

Public comments can also be provided at the open house

or online using the Diamond Summit Comment Form.

Additional information can be viewed on the project's website at

www.wvc-ut.gov/diamondsummit as it becomes available.

See the link below to view speed humps & crosswalks!

Diamond Summit Proposed Traffic Calming Plan

Correction

I just received a phone call from Craig Thomas regarding the Adisory news release. There was a major misunderstanding... Here is the corrected information:

An advisory released yesterday indicated that a contractor had been working throughout West Valley City and was misrepresenting the fact that they were working with the blessing of the City.

The contractor in question has been contacted, and City officials realize that this was a case of miscommunication between the residents involved. The contractor mentioned, Amen Paving, has not misrepresented themselves in any way.

Residents are still encouraged to call the City with any concerns or questions they may have about contractors, and to verify that anyone representing themselves on behalf of the City is legitimate.

Any questions may be directed to Aaron Crim at 801-963-3466 or 801-232-0466.

Thank you,

Aaron Crim
Director of Public Relations


While this advisory ended as false alarm, it is a good reminder for our residents to be very cautious in who they speak with at their door and allow into their homes. Please find attached a handout that can serve as a reminder to beware of offers that seem too good to be true. As always, your work is greatly appreciated! Have a great weekend.

*I personally meant no harm to this individual at this company. I use this blog as a way to communicate with residents throughout the neighborhood.

Please, Slow Down!

*Please click flier to enlarge!*

Considering that I witnessed a crazy driver today...I am reposting the Speeding Flier! Please take a moment to read over it...Thank you!

FYI

FYI

We've had some home invasions on High Bluff Drive... Please take a moment to make sure your doors are locked, your porch light is on & that your valuables are removed from your cars. Also, take a moment to look out your windows before you go to bed or when you wake up at night, & see if there is anything suspicious or out of place. If you do, please contact the police when necessary. If it is a crime in progress, call 911. If you see something suspicious call

840-4000, which is the non-emergency phone number.

It's Official...

Wakefield, Laurel Canyon & High Bluff

WILL be getting Speed Bumps!

Wahoooooooooooooooooo!

I got the call from Erik Brondum telling me it's a go! I asked if he knows a time frame & he said that they will definitely be in before school starts in the fall. Also, he'll be meeting with Mrs. Koji, the Diamond Ridge Principal today to discuss the "safe routes to school" program.

I'll let you know more information as it comes...

Keeping an eye out...

Most of you have heard that one of our residents had their home broken into on Friday, Feb 6th. The person who broke in, went through the backyard & broke into the sliding glass door. This is just a good reminder that we can all just keep an eye out for each other. Look out your blinds, be aware of your neighbor's cars...so that you'll notice when something is different, if you see someone walking around the side yard & you don't recognize them...call the police, or call your neighbor. I will make sure that our Mobile Patrol is more consistent... It will take all of us looking out for each other to keep our neighborhood safe!