MAYOR TRENT STAGGS RECEIVES GLOBAL STATESMAN AWARD FROM U.S. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP COALITION |
On March 22, 2022, Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs was formally presented with the Global Statesman Award from the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) at a ceremony held at the Old Dome Meeting Hall in Riverton in front of friends, family and leaders across the community. The award was presented in recognition of Staggs’ leadership on why leading globally matters locally. |
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RIVERTON CITY COUNCIL ADOPTS NEW DISTRICT MAP |
The Riverton City Council completed the redistricting process and adopted a new district map on February 15, 2022. This follows redistricting efforts at the state and county levels, as required by law following the release of U.S. Census data every 10 years.
“The redistricting process went very smoothly this year,” said Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs. “I appreciate Councilmember McCay’s leadership in proposing new boundary lines and the other councilmembers for working together to approve a map which I think I will serve our city well.”
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FINAL CALL: RIVERTON HALF MARATHON & 4LIFE 5K THIS SATURDAY |
Come run the Riverton Half Marathon or 4Life 5K this Saturday, March 26! The races begin at Riverton City Park at 9 a.m. and take runners along routes near the Jordan River. Cost is $50 for the Half or $30 for the 5K.
For details about either race, or to register, click on the link at the button below.
Click here to join the Facebook event for the Riverton Half Marathon & 4Life 5K!
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PARTICIPANTS WANTED: MISS RIVERTON SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION |
The Miss Riverton Scholarship Competition is open to young women age 17-24 who are Riverton residents. The competition process teaches young women valuable life skills such as public speaking, vocabulary, poise, strength, knowledge and voice in political and current events, and helps each candidate discover her core values. At the end of the competition, a new Miss Riverton is crowned, along with 1st and 2nd runners up.
Orientation Meeting: Saturday, April 2, 9 a.m.
Competition Date: Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m.
Those interested in participating should review the rules and dates on the page at the button below and submit the online interest form.
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LOCALSCAPES: CREATING YOUR IDEAL RIVERTON YARD |
Come learn about the Localscapes approach to help create your ideal Riverton yard using a series of landscaping patterns and practices that take into account Utah’s unique climate. You’ll learn how to solve your landscape challenges in a way that will improve curb appeal while reducing maintenance costs and time. Space is limited, registration is free but required.
Wednesday, April 6, 7 p.m.
Riverton City Hall
12830 S Redwood Road
Riverton, Utah 84065
The event will be presented by TEDx speaker and sustainable landscapes expert, Cynthia Bee, of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District.
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SPRING CLEAN UP DAYS: SPRUCE UP YOUR HOME AND YARD |
Riverton City is sponsoring two Spring Clean Up Days with community dumpsters at two locations available each day for 1) trash and 2) green waste. Residents are invited to spruce up their yards and homes those days and dispose of waste at the community dumpsters.
Dates & Times:
- Saturday, April 9, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Saturday, April 23, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Dumpster Locations:
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Riverton City Park, 1452 W 12600 S, Riverton, Utah 84065 | MAP IT
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Western Springs Park, 4570 W Goshute Drive, Riverton, Utah 84096 | MAP IT
Proof of Riverton residency required.
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SECONDARY IRRIGATION WATER USERS: CLOSE YOUR BALL VALVE |
Maintenance on Riverton City’s secondary water irrigation system will begin shortly.
Please ensure your valve is closed as soon as possible to prevent flooding. The closure of this valve, located in your green secondary irrigation water connection box, is the responsibility of every home and business owner. The valve may be opened once the secondary irrigation system is on and pressurized.
Irrigation water is scheduled to be available for use by May 1, but residents are encouraged to wait to use the water due to drought conditions Utah is experiencing.
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ARE YOU CERT CERTIFIED?
RIVERTON CITY COMPILING CERT CERTIFIED DATABASE
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All Riverton residents who have been previously CERT certified are encouraged to submit their name and contact information to Riverton City. The city is building a database of residents who have been CERT certified who can be called upon, if needed, during an emergency.
Click on the button below to submit your information to the city.
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CHECK YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION STATUS |
The Salt Lake County Clerk's Office would like to remind voters that due to a change in state law, the final date to adjust party affiliation (if you are currently affiliated with a political party) for the June 28 primary election is March 31.
Riverton City recommends all eligible Riverton residents register to vote. If you have moved since you last registered, you'll need to re-register to vote at your new address.
If you're not aware of your voter registration status, we recommend reviewing your voter registration information.
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WHAT IS IT YOU PLAN TO DO...? ART EXHIBITION OPEN HOUSE |
Monday, March 28, 6-8 p.m.
Old Dome Meeting Hall
In 1992 Mary Oliver wrote the poem “The Summer Day” which ends with the acclaimed lines, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” The WHAT IS IT YOU PLAN TO DO... Traveling Exhibit seeks to answer that question.
CLICK HERE to join our open house Facebook event or HERE to learn more.
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Saturday, April 16, 10-11 a.m.
Riverton City Park
Come enjoy an Easter tradition with the kiddos at the Riverton Bunny Hop! Families make their way around Riverton City Park visiting stations to get candy or prizes and to participate in fun Easter activities.
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Friday, April 15, Noon-4 p.m.
Riverton, Utah
Teens ages 13-18 years old are invited to participate in Riverton’s teen Easter scavenger hunt to win prizes. Clues will lead teens to safe local destinations or landmarks throughout our city boundaries.
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Wednesday, April 20, 6-7:30 p.m.
Riverton City Park
POP Tennis is like pickleball but you are still playing tennis rules and strategy. You play on a tennis court with smaller boundaries and a special POP tennis paddle, lower compression tennis balls, and the same scoring as regular tennis. Come check it out for free!
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Leagues Offered Monthly
May - August
Riverton City’s flexible tennis league is for all abilities, with one match played per week on your own schedule.
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Sessions Begin in April
Join Riverton City’s pickleball league to play in a fun, social and competitive environment. Partners rotate weekly.
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SPRING START SMART SPORTS |
Friday, April 15, Noon-4 p.m.
Riverton, Utah
Registration is now open for spring Start Smart Sports programs for kids age 3-5, including baseball, soccer and multi-sport.
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ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING WORKSHOP |
Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m.
Monarch Meadows Park
Come learn the ins and outs of proper tree planting from an expert at Riverton City’s annual Arbor Day Tree Planting Workshop. You can enter to win a tree that has been generously donated by Arbor Day Nursery. Free and open to all.
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City Council Meetings
April 5 - 7 p.m.
April 19 - 7 p.m.
May 3 - 7 p.m.
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Planning Commission Meetings
April 14 - 6:30 p.m.
April 28 - 6:30 p.m.
May 12 - 6:30 p.m.
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City & Community Announcements |
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Bangerter Highway / 13400 S Interchange Environmental Study
UDOT has completed the required environmental study for a freeway style interchange at Bangerter Highway and 13400 S. Click here to view the study results.
Butterfly Festival and Nature Walk
Intermountain Riverton Hospital will be unveiling their new nature walk on the south side of the hospital campus on Wednesday, April 16 from 3-6 p.m. Activities include a tree planting, ribbon cutting, nature walk, green smoothies and more! Click here for details.
Impounded Animals
Riverton City has several animals that have been impounded that have yet to be claimed. Click here to view impounded animals or those up for adoption.
Glass Recycling
Riverton City's glass recycling bin is located just off 13400 S on 4050 W, east of both the Maverik and South Hills Middle School and west of Holiday Oil Chevron. Click here for a map or recycling details. Residents are encouraged to use the bin to recycle glass items.
Landfill Vouchers
Riverton residents can pick up a free voucher to the Trans-Jordan Landfill at the Utility Billing Office at Riverton City Hall. Limit of two vouchers per year per household.
Print Newsletter
Click here to view Riverton City’s March 2022 print newsletter, published in the Riverton Journal.
QPR Suicide Prevention Training
A QPR Suicide Prevention Training will be held on Thursday, April 21 at 7 p.m. at Riverton City Hall in the first floor conference room. The training is free and open to all. Those who work with youth in any capacity are encouraged to attend.
Riverton City Park - Pickleball Courts
Riverton City is in the process of installing four new pickleball courts at Riverton City Park. Some areas or amenities of the park, including the volleyball pit (which will be relocated), will not be accessible until installation is complete.
Riverton Library Calendar
Click here to view the Riverton Library's event calendar.
Riverton Senior Center
Click here to find links to the Riverton Senior Center calendar, menu and newsletter.
South Valley Chamber Events
The South Valley Chamber has the following events in the coming month:
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Text Message Alerts
Riverton City encourages EVERY resident to be signed up for text message alerts. Texts are sent about timely city updates, emergency notifications, and events or initiatives of broad community interest. Only 3-4 text messages are sent per month and usually less. Click here to sign up.
Town Days Parade Entry Applications
Applications are now available online for entries in the Riverton Town Days Parade. Entries are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Click here to apply.
Utah Warriors Rugby - Riverton Night
Join Riverton City for a night of rugby and fireworks at Zions Bank Stadium on Saturday, May 21, at 8 p.m. Use promocode Riverton2022 to get a discount when you purchase tickets here for the game.
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Have a community announcement you'd like listed in the next Riverton Recap? Please email Casey Saxton with your information at pio@rivertonutah.gov. Submissions must be relevant to the community at large to be listed here. All announcements will be reviewed and included at the discretion of the Riverton City Communications Department.
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City Government Information |
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Elected Officials
Trent Staggs - Mayor
Sheldon Stewart - District 1
Troy McDougal - District 2
Tawnee McCay - District 3
Tish Buroker - District 4
Claude Wells - District 5
Click here for the Mayor's contact info, here for City Council contact info, or here to view the district map.
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Administration
David R. Brickey - City Manager
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Connect with Riverton City! |
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Contact Riverton City!
Riverton City Hall
12830 S Redwood Road
Riverton, Utah 84065
City Website
Phone Directory
City Reception: 801-254-0704
Administration 801-208-3129
Animal Control: 801-208-3108
Cemetery: 801-208-3128
Code Enforcement: 801-208-3108
Development Services: 801-208-3138
Justice Court: 801-208-3131
Police: 385-281-2455
Public Works: 801-208-3162
Recorder: 801-208-3128
Recreation & Events: 801-208-3101
Utility Billing: 801-208-3133
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