Mayor's Message: May 2023

So much has happened the last 16 months that you may have missed some major news. In this month's message, Mayor Young recaps the top 5 things that have happened during his time in office thus far.

You can read the full message here.

Preserving Orem Public Lands

City Council Public Hearing

As springtime is finally here to stay, I wanted to take a moment to encourage you to get out and enjoy all that our wonderful city has to offer. The warmer weather and longer days provide the perfect opportunity to explore and make the most of our beautiful community.

Here are some recommendations of things to do in Orem this spring:

1. Take a Hike – Orem boasts many trails and walking paths that are perfect for exploring during the springtime. Take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful blossoms.

2. Visit a Park – Our city is home to 22 parks with even more on the way. Each park has its own unique features and attractions. Play some frisbee golf in Scera Park, bring the kids to play on the All-Together Playground in City Center Park, or plan a picnic in the stunning Mt. Timpanogos Park.

3. Visit the Farmers Market – With the arrival of spring comes the return of the farmers market season. Check out the Orem Farmers Market, every Wednesday evening in City Center Park where you can buy fresh produce and support local vendors.

4. Come to the Memorial Day Program – The city’s annual Memorial Day Program will be on Monday, May 29th at 10 am at the Orem City Cemetery. This is a great opportunity to honor the sacrifice of those who served in the armed forces as well as remember our departed loved ones. We hope to see you there.

5. Attend Oremfest - Orem Summerfest is now known as Oremfest due to some trademark issues, but it is still the wonderful event you have enjoyed for the past 51 years. We've got a full week of fun and activities for the entire family. See the full schedule at oremfest.org.

Spring is such a beautiful and wonderful time of the year in Orem. Be sure to enjoy it to the fullest. 

Due to some trademark issues with a music festival in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Orem Summerfest is now known as Oremfest. You can hear more about that by clicking here. Even though we weren't thrilled with having to change the name, it is the perfect name for an event that is 100% dedicated to celebrating all things Orem.

Even with the name change, it is still the same great, family-friendly event you have known and loved for the past 51 years. We have a full week of fun activities lined up for you and the entire family to enjoy.

Oremfest will be June 5th through June 10th.

The annual City of Orem Memorial Day Program will be held at the Orem City Cemetery on Monday, May 29th at 10am.

The program will feature patriotic musical performances, flag presentations, and tributes to our fallen service men and women. Gary Spencer, a 29-year Air Force veteran, will be our featured speaker.

There will also be a special cross display created by the American Legion Post 72 which will have a cross displayed in the cemetery for every veteran buried in Orem.

Get alerts about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, law enforcement activity, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.

We will also be using this system to organize volunteer clean-up efforts in Orem and surrounding communities in the aftermath of any flooding.

LEGAL NOTICE

2023 MUNICIPAL ELECTION

OPEN SEATS: (all seats are a four-year term)

3 City Council Member Positions

January 2024-January 2028

DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY SUBMISSION DEADLINE—JUNE 1-7, 2023 (excluding Saturday and Sunday) 8:00 am—5:00 pm in the City Recorder’s Office (located at 56 N State Street, check in at the Help Center)

• Declaration of Candidacy forms, Nomination Petitions or Designated Agent Declarations must be filled in person with the City Recorder
• Interested candidates must be a registered voter and a resident of Orem City for at least 12 months immediately prior to the date of the election.
• In accordance with the City of Orem Code, at the time of filing their candidacy with the City Recorder, individuals seeking to become a candidate for Council shall pay a $75 filling fee. (Ord. 2019-0004)

The library is taking a break from storytime and tween/teen events in May, but we'll be back in June! Meanwhile, check out our regular Monday/Friday evening film screenings (this month we're spotlighting Cary Grant), monthly movie night in the Library Hall.

The library will be closed all day Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day.

LIBRARY EVENTS

LIBRARY NEWSLETTER

Mayor Young, the City Council, and staff members celebrated a big milestone for Orem as this year we were recognized for our 30th consecutive year as a TREE CITY USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. The Tree City USA Growth Award is presented by the Arbor Day Foundation to participating Tree City USA communities that demonstrate higher levels of tree care and community engagement during the calendar year.

Senior Health Challenge 2023: Challenge yourself to improve your health! Anyone age 50+ can complete personal health goals each week in the month of June. Participants who achieve their goals will be entered into a drawing to win prizes. We will have FREE events such as group hikes, yoga classes, activities at local Rec Centers, pickleball at Sunpro and more!

Sign up for free by June 1 at magutah.org/health. Call 801-229-3821 for questions.

We are hiring for multiple full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions. Follow the link below to view a list of available job openings and submit an application.

The annual 2023 Golden Spoke cycling event is Saturday, May 13. Come ride with us across more than 100 miles of safe and connected multi-use trails across the Wasatch Front from Ogden to Provo. Three different routes, a longer 75-mile ride from Riverside Park in Provo, a 25-mile ride from Ogden Frontrunner station, and a short 2.5-mile ride from Farmington Pond, will all converge at Farmington Regional Park where we’re celebrating 20 years since the creation of the Denver and Rio Grande Western Rail Trail in 2003. This family-friendly event is free and everyone is invited.