The Art Cityscape

Springville Police K9 Officers Nomi and her partner/handler, Corporal Austin Johnson, are assigned to the Springville High School as K9 School Resource Officers. K9 Nomi is the first police K9 in the state of Utah to be trained to detect THC vapes, along with a set of illicit narcotics that could be present in local schools.

Stacey Child, Springville City Director of Parks and Recreation, with more than 25 years of experience serving community recreation needs, introduces the city’s VIP Adaptive Sports Program, which provides inclusive sports opportunities with a buddy system to support participants. Offerings include swimming, soccer, basketball, and baseball.

Parks & Recreation Director Stacey Child and Assistant Parks & Recreation Director Tyler Wilkins highlight PAR tax investment over the past three years has improved Springville City. Early projects included a new gazebo at City Park that has quickly become a popular gathering space for performances and the farmers market, and significant upgrades along Dry Creek Trail, where an irrigation...

Bruce Riddle describes his role as Assistant City Administrator and Finance Director. He addresses the basics of a city budget, including property taxes, sales taxes, service levels, fees versus rates, and the difference between one-time dollars and recurring revenue. Each of these factors contributes to a sustainable budget while maintaining the level of service that residents of Springville expe...

This episode is an update to the Springville City General Plan with Mayor Matt Packard and Director Josh Yost. 

Bike Trail Etiquette and Active Transportation Plan with Council Members Snelson and Millsap

Power Director, Jason Miller and Mayor Matt Packard, discuss Springville Power and how it benefits Springville City. 

City Engineer, Chris Wilson and Mayor Matt Packard various projects in town including the new Springville High School and the impact it will have on surrounding roads and traffic patterns, reasoning behind roundabouts, 1600 S I-15 exchange.  

Chris Wilson, Springville City Engineer discusses the progress on the Dry Creek Parkway and I-15 Interchange (previously known as 1600 S.) with Project Engineer, Tyrel Edwards from UDOT. 

Discussion between Heidi Udall, Superintendent of the Clyde Recreation Center (CRC) and Mayor Matt Packard on the benefits and programs of the CRC and what it does to promote physical health and mental wellbeing in Springville City. Also shares a brief history of why we have the CRC. 

Mayor Matt Packard and Jenny Davis, Clyde Recreation Center's (CRC) fitness manager, shares about herself, and discusses the various programs available at the CRC to help keep members of all ages physically, emotionally and mentally active and healthy. MUSIC: Music by Scandinavianz – Summer Days  https://youtu.be/LFNXjJmmyVo?feature=shared http://www.soundcloud.com/scandinavianz https://www.i...

An update on the Bike Park, the new spectacular playground at Westfields Park, approved PAR projects and more. Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Parks and Recreation Director Stacey Child. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Did you know that more than 80 percent of Springville residents use the Springville Public Library each year? On this episode of the podcast, Library Director Dan Mickelson sits down with Mayor Matt Packard to discuss why there's something for everyone at the award-winning and beloved Springville Public Library. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&a...

On this special edition of the Art Cityscape, candidates for City Council tell us who they are, why they are running, and what they hope to accomplish. Registered voters will receive their ballots beginning on October 31. Election Day is November 21.  Hunter Huffman - 00:45 Jake Smith - 03:44 Craig Conover - 06:37 Mindi Wright - 09:33 Logan Millsap - 12:02

Public Art Coordinator Leslie Makai Gleaves joins the podcast! She details current Public Art projects and the Art Festival on September 15-16. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Community Development Director Josh Yost joins Mayor Matt Packard to discuss the following plans: Active Transportation Reframing Downtown 1600 South Corridor They provide details and information about how to participate in the discussion. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by City Engineer and Assistant Public Works Director Jeff Anderson as they discuss impending changes to a City intersection, as well as general principles regarding traffic calming and pedestrian safety. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Public Works Director Brad Stapley and Director of Administration Patrick Monney discuss the spring runoff after a historic winter. They share what the City has done and is doing to anticipate and mitigate flooding, as well as what you can do to help. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Parks and Recreation director Stacey Child to talk about the Clyde Recreation Center. They touch on its history, programs, popularity, and future outlook. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

You've heard the rumors. Are they true, or false?  On this episode, we respond to things you've heard, but aren't sure of. We took these straight from your prompts on our Instagram story. Enjoy! Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by new Director of the Springville Museum of Art Emily Larsen. The two discuss museum topics such as what portion of residents visit each year, how the museum is funded, and what exciting programs and exhibitions are happening. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

For this special episode of the podcast, we asked staff members what they wish more residents knew. It's tricky to communicate with tens of thousands of people. Here are some pieces of info that we're still trying to get across! Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

A few months ago, we published an episode about the development process. Mayor Matt Packard is once again joined by Community Development Director Josh Yost to add to what was shared in that episode. They discuss administrative vs. legislative development approval and the role of the Planning Commission. They also detail the City's notification protocols and how residents can provide feedback...

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Springville Power Director Shawn Black. The two discuss how Springville Power is a valuable asset to the City and its residents, as well as information regarding customer-owned generation (solar panels). Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&ab_channel=Scandinavianz

Mayor Matt Packard is joined by Public Safety Director and Police Chief Lance Haight, who discusses the Springville Police Department's role and relationship with the public, the expansion of the Springville Fire Department, and more. This podcast was created in response to your questions via our Instagram story. Music: Scandinavianz - Summer Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFNXjJmmyVo&...