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Welcome to another week of news here on Summit in 6! Today we are going to give another update of what’s going down in the legislature this week, then we will share some info about an upcoming recycling opportunity in Coalville, give a recap about Summit Bike Share services provided in 2024 and share info about an upcoming public open house next week to discuss the future of High Valley Transit.
TOPIC 1: Legislative Update
SB 91: Restaurant Tax Revisions
SB 295: Property Tax Modifications
SB 333:Major Sporting Event Venue Financing Amendments
As a reminder, the General Session runs until March 7 which is one week away! Every week of the session, we’ll remind our listeners that you can watch the 2025 legislative session in real time through the online tool at le.utah.gov. Click on the “calendar” button then the desired meeting and the committee webpage will have links to materials and the audio/video recording.
You can also follow individual bills and receive email alerts whenever action is taken on the measure. To sign up for alerts, visit le.utah.gov and click on the “Bills” tab at the top of the page to perform a bill request or keyword search. Once you’ve located the desired bill, click “Track this” or “Email notification.” The website for each bill also provides the bill text, status information, audio/video of any committee hearings or floor debates, and details on the bill sponsor.
TOPIC 2: HPV Awareness Day
March 4th is HPV Awareness Day. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a common virus that can cause cancers later in life. Nearly everyone will get HPV at some point in their lives.
Each year in the United States, HPV causes about 36,000 cases of cancer in both men and women. Most people will not have any symptoms from an HPV infection.
Being vaccinated is the best way to prevent HPV infection, cervical cancer and other HPV-related cancers.
Contact the Summit County Health Department today to inquire more about our cancer screening services and about appointments for the HPV vaccine at 435-333-1500
TOPIC 3: Recycling Opportunity in Coalville
Come recycle and share your input with us. We received a grant from the USDA and we are looking for ways to expand recycling resources in Coalville! Share with your family and neighbors—see you there!
TOPIC 4: 2024 Summit BikeShare Recap
As we’re looking forward to spring and the return of Summit Bike Share, the Transportation Department shared some numbers on the success of the 2024 season in Council this week.
The 2024 Season ran from May 14 to October 30 and reached several exciting benchmarks:
We can’t wait to kick off the 2025 season in a few short months!
TOPIC 5: High Valley Transit Open House
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Welcome to another week of news here on Summit in 6! Today we are going to give another update of what’s going down in the legislature this week, then we will share some info about an upcoming recycling opportunity in Coalville, give a recap about Summit Bike Share services provided in 2024 and share info about an upcoming public open house next week to discuss the future of High Valley Transit.
TOPIC 1: Legislative Update
SB 91: Restaurant Tax Revisions
SB 295: Property Tax Modifications
SB 333:Major Sporting Event Venue Financing Amendments
As a reminder, the General Session runs until March 7 which is one week away! Every week of the session, we’ll remind our listeners that you can watch the 2025 legislative session in real time through the online tool at le.utah.gov. Click on the “calendar” button then the desired meeting and the committee webpage will have links to materials and the audio/video recording.
You can also follow individual bills and receive email alerts whenever action is taken on the measure. To sign up for alerts, visit le.utah.gov and click on the “Bills” tab at the top of the page to perform a bill request or keyword search. Once you’ve located the desired bill, click “Track this” or “Email notification.” The website for each bill also provides the bill text, status information, audio/video of any committee hearings or floor debates, and details on the bill sponsor.
TOPIC 2: HPV Awareness Day
March 4th is HPV Awareness Day. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a common virus that can cause cancers later in life. Nearly everyone will get HPV at some point in their lives.
Each year in the United States, HPV causes about 36,000 cases of cancer in both men and women. Most people will not have any symptoms from an HPV infection.
Being vaccinated is the best way to prevent HPV infection, cervical cancer and other HPV-related cancers.
Contact the Summit County Health Department today to inquire more about our cancer screening services and about appointments for the HPV vaccine at 435-333-1500
TOPIC 3: Recycling Opportunity in Coalville
Come recycle and share your input with us. We received a grant from the USDA and we are looking for ways to expand recycling resources in Coalville! Share with your family and neighbors—see you there!
TOPIC 4: 2024 Summit BikeShare Recap
As we’re looking forward to spring and the return of Summit Bike Share, the Transportation Department shared some numbers on the success of the 2024 season in Council this week.
The 2024 Season ran from May 14 to October 30 and reached several exciting benchmarks:
We can’t wait to kick off the 2025 season in a few short months!
TOPIC 5: High Valley Transit Open House
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