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and Planning Commission meet-

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It was a practice in the American Colonies to dedicate a Tree of

Liberty as a sign of their willingness to defend their rights. On this 4th of July, you

may want to read Silas Downer’s (1768) dedication of such a tree. Here is the last

paragraph:

We do therefore...dedicate and solemnly devote this tree, to be a Tree of Liberty.

May all our councils and deliberations under its venerable branches be guided by

wisdom, and directed to the support and maintenance of that liberty, which our

renowned forefathers sought out and found under trees and in the wilderness.

May it long flourish, and may the Sons of Liberty often repair hither, to confirm

and strengthen each other. When they look towards this sacred Elm, may they

be penetrated with a sense of their duty to themselves, their country, and their

posterity: And may they, like the house of David, grow stronger and stronger,

while their enemies, like the house of Saul, grow weaker and weaker. Amen.

—Mayor Randy Simmons—

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving a lease agreement leasing a

path located at approximately 435 East

125 North, Providence to Bill Bertolio.

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving purchasing property for a

future park located generally at 585

South 275 West. (upon subdivision

being approved)

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving the lease of a sweeper truck.

� The City proclaimed the year 2007 as

Cache County Government Sesquicen-

tennial Celebration.

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving the “Providence City Corpo-

C I T Y C O U N C I L R E C E N T A C T I O N S

ration, Department of Public Works,

Standards and Specifications Man-

ual.”

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving a ballot measure allowing

the citizens of Providence to vote on

whether an increase in sales tax is

needed to expand public transporta-

tion.

� The City Council adopted a resolution

approving the tentative budget for all

funds for fiscal year 2008. (SEE

PAGE 2)

Written comments are always appre-

ciated on any topic. ~ Thank you ~

M E S S A G E F R O M T H E L I B R A R Y

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Summer Reading:Summer Reading:Summer Reading:Summer Reading: Get a Clue @ Your Library Get a Clue @ Your Library Get a Clue @ Your Library Get a Clue @ Your Library

June 11-July 14, 2007

Closing activity July 13th at 10:00 a.m. at Providence Ele-mentary back lawn area. Young Adult closing video party

July 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the library.

Preschool Story TimePreschool Story TimePreschool Story TimePreschool Story Time———— Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs-

day mornings at 10:00 a.m.

Chapter One ClubChapter One ClubChapter One ClubChapter One Club—Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.

ClueClueClueClue©©©© Tournament Tournament Tournament Tournament————Fridays at 2:00 p.m.

ALL UNTIL JULY 13THALL UNTIL JULY 13THALL UNTIL JULY 13THALL UNTIL JULY 13TH

What’s New in our Library:

Fiction Additions Fiction Additions Fiction Additions Fiction Additions ————

� Bad Luck & Trouble - L. Child

� Edge Chronicles 4-8 - P. Stewart

� Franny K. Stein 1-4 - J. Benton

� Ghost Walk - R. Stott

� Good Guy - D. Koontz

� I, Coriander - S. Gardner

� Invisible Prey - J. Sanford

� Maximum Ride #3 - J. Patterson

� Overlook - M. Connelly

� Titan’s Curse - R. Riordin

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Library will be closed July 4th

• July 13: Harry Potter 7 released

• July 14: Summer Reading ends

• July 15—21: Space Week

Library will be closed July 24th

Utah Kids Ready To Read!Utah Kids Ready To Read!Utah Kids Ready To Read!Utah Kids Ready To Read!

Print Motivation ~ Vocabulary ~

Print Awareness ~ Narrative Skills ~

Letter Knowledge ~ Phonological Awareness

Did you know?

• July is Anti-Boredom Month

• July is National Hot Dog Month

• July is National Parks & Recreation Month

• July 20, 1969: Man stepped on the moon

Cache County American Red Cross “Be Red Cross Ready”

Babysitter’s Training

The American Red Cross Babysitters

Training is designed to teach youth ages 11-15 important life saving skills. The course teaches leadership, safe play techniques and basic first aid. This 6 hour training is interactive and fun for all!

To Register Call: 435-752-1125

130 S. Main, Ste. 120 (lower level of old Tony Roma’s Restaurant)

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�July 12

�July 26

�August 9

9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.————4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m4:00 p.m.

Cost: $30Cost: $30Cost: $30Cost: $30

To view the Providence City newsletter online, visit our website at:

www.providencecity.com

BUDGETS FOR ALL CITY FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008: General Fund Revenue General Fund Expenditures Capital Project Fund Taxes $1,459,157 Administration $1,049,457 Beginning Balance $21,400 Licenses/Permits 252,800 Public Works $1,312,000 Revenue $20,000 Intergovernmental 243,000 Community Development $ 217,500 Expenditures $ 0 Charges for Services 745,200 Finance & Records $ 354,000 Ending Balance $41,400 Fines/Forfeitures 100,600 Total $2,932,957 Miscellaneous 126,200 Donations 5,200 Total $2,932,957 Storm Water Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Revenue $112,000 Revenue $1,000,000 Revenue $970,000 Expenditures $100,000 Expenditures $ 900,000 Expenditures $900,000 Revenue over Expenditures $ 12,000 Revenue over Expenditures $ 100,000 Revenue over Expenditures $ 70,000

CONCERT IN THE PARK SCHEDULE: July 16…………….Overland Duo

August 20……….Simmons Brothers

September 17…..Lightwood Duo

Providence Macey’s Little Theater! Free Cooking & Community Classes July 2007 Schedule: (Weekday classes are offered for adult’s & kids ages 10 yrs & up)

Tuesday, July 3rd—ICE CREAM: 12:00 Noon—1;00 p.m.

Monday, July 9th—Kid’s Cooking: 10:00—11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, July 11th—Weight Loss: 7:00—8:30 p.m.

Friday, July 13th—Quick Meals: 12:00 Noon—1;00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 17th—BBQ: 12:00 Noon—1;00 p.m.

Saturday, July 28th—”Kids Club”: (kids 3-12) Between 10:00 a.m.—12:00 Noon.

Seating is limited, so reserve a seat today at

the Service Desk or call 753-3301

CROSSING GUARDS:

We are looking for Full-Time and Substitute Crossing Guards for the 2007-2008 school year. If interested, please apply at the City Office, 15 South Main, Providence. If you have any questions, please call Beth at 752-9441 ext. 18.

NOTICE OF ELECTIONS: On November 6, 2007 Providence will be electing three 4-year term council members.

Persons seeking to become a candidate for the office of Provi-dence City Council shall file a Declaration of Candidacy in per-son with the City Recorder at the Providence City Office, 15 South Main, Providence, during regular office hours (8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.) beginning July 1 and ending at 5:00 p.m. on July 16, 2007.

Candidates must have the following qualifications:

• Be a U.S. Citizen.

• Be at least 18 years old.

• Be a resident of the municipality or a recent annexed area

for at least 365 consecutive days immediately preceding the date of the election.

• Be a registered voter of the municipality.

All municipal candidates must file campaign reports.

If necessary, a primary election will be held on September 11, 2007.

All youth ages 3 to 11 are invited to participate in the fall

soccer or kickball programs this fall. Registration will run

July 9-20 at the City Office during regular business hours.

A $10 fee will be added to all late registrations. The sea-

son begins August 21 and runs through September.

4 vs. 4 Soccer (Ages 5-11) Registration Fee $20 Jersey $5

Kickball (Ages 3-4) Registration Fee $25 Includes T-shirt

Kickball and 4 vs. 4 Soccer Registration:

P R O V I D E N C E C I T Y A N N O U N C E M E N T S :

� CELEBRATION SUCCESS: Thank you to all vendors

and residents who participated in the Providence Celebra-

tion on June 9th. Please let us know what you thought

about the day by returning the enclosed questionnaire.

We appreciate the tremendous community support and

look forward to future events.

� OVERLAND DUO IN CONCERT: Join us on July 16th for

a free concert at Zollinger Park. Overland Duo will per-

form at 7:00 p.m. Bring your picnics and enjoy a fun night

with your family while listening to a variety of contempo-

rary and classic songs.

� PROVIDENCE CITY COOKBOOK: A second batch of

cookbooks has now arrived at the City Office. Help sup-

port the Providence Youth Council by purchasing one for

$10 or 3 for $25. This cookbook is a compilation of your

favorite recipes bound and sold by the Providence Youth

Council.

� FIELD CLOSURES: All soccer fields will be closed dur-

ing July for annual maintenance. Please stay off of the

fields until further notice so we can keep them looking

great. Thank you!

� 4 vs. 4 SOCCER REFEREES NEEDED: Referees are

needed for the fall soccer season. Applications will be

required, part-time evenings, must be at least 14 years

old. Referee experience is preferred but not required.

To apply, pick up an application in the City Office during

July.

Water is a commodity we all take for granted. Just because we have adequate water, it should always be used wisely.

This column will list suggestions each month to help establish good habits for WISE WATER USE.

• Before you lather up, install a low-flow showerhead. They’re inexpensive, easy to install, and can save your family

more than 500 gallons a week.

• Soak your pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.

• Don’t water your lawn on windy days. After all, sidewalks and driveways don’t need water.

• Water your plants deeply but less frequently to create healthier and stronger landscapes.

• Make sure you know where your master water shut-off valve is located. This could save gallons of water and damage

to your home if a pipe were to burst.

• When watering grass on steep slopes, use a soaker hose to prevent wasteful runoff.

• Group plants with the same watering needs together to get the most out of your watering time.

• Remember to weed your lawn and garden regularly. Weeds compete with other plants for nutrients, light, and water.

• While fertilizers promote plant growth, they also increase water consumption. Apply the minimum amount of fertilizer

needed.

• Avoid installing ornamental water features and fountains that spray water into the air. Trickling or cascading fountains

lose less water to evaporation.

• Use a commercial car wash that recycles water.

• Don’t buy recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water.

• Turn off the water while you brush your teeth and save 4 gallons a minute. That’s 200 gallons a week for a family of

four.

• Buy a rain gauge to track how much rain or irrigation your yard receives. Check with your local water agency to see

how much rain is needed to skip an irrigation cycle.

• Encourage your school system and local government to help develop and promote a water conservation ethic among

children and adults.

• Teach your family how to shut off your automatic watering systems. Turn sprinklers off if the system is malfunctioning

or when a storm is approaching.

• Set a kitchen timer when watering your lawn or garden with a hose.

• Make sure your toilet flapper doesn’t stick open after flushing.

• Make sure there are aerators on all of your faucets.

• Next time you add or replace a flower or shrub, choose a low water use plant for year-round landscape color and save

up to 550 gallons each year.

• Install an instant water heater on your kitchen sink so you don’t have to let the water run while it heats up. This will

also reduce heating costs for your household.

• Use a grease pencil to mark the water level of your pool at the skimmer. Check the mark 24 hours later. Your pool

should lose no more than 1/4 inch each day.

Look for more Water Saving Advice in next months Newsletter!

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