Thursday, May 19, 2011

Major Annoucements


Not much to elaborate on with two major West Valley City announcements. The City just keeps moving forward. Target has announced that they will build a store and anchor a new development on 5600 West. The 135,300 square-foot store will be built on a 39-acre parcel directly across the street from WinCo at 2550 South 5600 West. Target will be a welcome addition to the burgeoning 5600 West corridor and that location will draw customers not only from West Valley City, but also from Magna and even Tooele because of the easy access. The West Valley City store will also be the first prototype in the nation of Target's new-store model. The store will include an ample selection of groceries, but will not be labeled a Super Target.

Today was the unveiling of the mixed used City Center development henceforth to be known as Faribourne Station. West Valley City now has a new urban center focal point. Fairbourne Station will be a combination of retail space, office space, residential living space and even an upscale hotel, encompassing 40 acres right central to the City and the Salt Lake Valley. The name is taken from pioneer days when Fairbourne weigh station was the a hub and gathering place for our emerging community.

More information on the project as well as concept pictures can be found at:

http://www.fairbournestation.com/index.php

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

WVC Leadership Summit


On Thursday The West Valley City Leadership Summit was held at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center. This was a gathering of community leaders from various fields including education, ethnic, and religious leaders. It was a great opportunity to share insights and ideas concerning areas in which we can improve our City. All the leaders that attended were great to be with and I look forward to working with them to make some of the concepts that we discussed a reality. I was able to lead the breakout discussion concerning neighborhoods. I brought in a few interesting slides and facts to help facilitate the discussion, but overall the community leaders had no shortage of ideas. The following is a few points of discussion from our group meetings:

  • How can neighborhoods better coordinate disaster preparedness?
  • Good Landlord Program, increase in code enforcement. Are we focused correctly?
  • How are we doing on graffiti?
  • CERT program, connection/coordination between neighborhood organizations and City?
  • City Grant / matching funds to make improvements?
  • Neighborhoods lack sense of community and unity. Formal Groups needed?
  • Vital Neighborhoods Needs?
From these discussions several action items were identified for further discussion and implementation. Other ideas will be brought back to the next summit for fut=rther input.

Friday, May 13, 2011

Annoucement

Today I was fortunate to be the featured guest on the radio program Politics Up Close. During the program I was able to talk about many of the good things that are going on in West Valley City. Also I took the opportunity to announce my candidacy for re-election to the West Valley City Council. Below is a copy of the press release issued for the event:




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 13, 2011


WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCILMEMBER COREY RUSHTON ANNOUNCES RE-ELECTION BID


WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH – Councilmember Corey Rushton announced today that he will seek a second four-year term as an At-Large City Councilmember in West Valley City. The announcement came during a segment of KCPW radio’s weekly edition of: Politics Up Close, in which Rushton was the featured guest. With West Valley City as Utah’s second largest city, the city’s at-large council race will be this year’s largest political contest in the state of Utah, outside of the Salt Lake City’s mayoral race.

During the live radio broadcast Councilman Rushton highlighted his involvement in several areas that have contributed to the great progress and overall quality of life in West Valley City. He also elaborated on some city initiatives that were in their infancy, but that would be of great benefit for generations to come. Rushton, who also serves as Mayor Pro Tem, mentioned an increased need for neighborhood vitality and public safety measures to be explored by the City Council. In regards to his decision to run, Rushton noted that, “As a sixth generation resident I am proud to have witnessed the growth and development of this great city, but we need to be innovative as we continue to keep West Valley City moving forward.”

In his first term, Councilman Rushton has taken great strides in expanding the regional influence of West Valley City. Rushton serves as the Chair of the newly formed Jordan River Commission. The commission is comprised of several municipalities and agencies along the Jordan River and provides partnerships and assistance in preserving and planning along the river corridor. Additionally, he serves on the Salt Lake County Council of Governments, Chairman of the West Valley City Audit Committee, and as an appointed member of the First Tier Suburbs Steering Committee with the National League of Cities.

In 2007, Rushton received the greatest number of votes in the history of West Valley City municipal elections. He is already on track to exceed pre-filing fundraising goals and has organized an extensive election committee that is co-chaired by West Valley City Mayor Mike Winder and State Senator Karen Mayne. “Our city is very fortunate to have Corey’s wisdom and energy,” said Winder. “Corey is very respected by his peers and works tirelessly to represent our city well,” added Mayne.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Logo Contest

Today as Chair of the multi-city/county agency, Jordan River Commission, I announced a contest to design the official agency logo. Some good prizes are associated with the contest from a number of fine businesses. The details are as follows:

Jordan River Commission

Commission Chair, Corey Rushton,

Will You Have the Winning Design for the Jordan River Commission Logo?

West Valley City, Utah – May 10, 2011 – The Jordan River Commission is holding a contest to select a design for the organization’s official logo. Commission Chair, Councilman Corey Rushton said, “We thought it would be a fun way to involve the community and to raise awareness of the river.”

Logo submissions should reflect the Commission’s role as a cooperative agency created to provide comprehensive oversight, coordination, and technical assistance to communities along the approximately 50-mile Jordan River corridor.

The Commission members have all come together with donations for a great prize package that you don’t want to miss.


The winner will receive:

  • A $300 cash prize
  • Four Real Salt Lake tickets
  • Two Utah Grizzlies tickets
  • Eight Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center passes, a gym bag and four work-out shirts
  • Four Hale Center Theater tickets
  • Two 2011-2012 Snowbird All Day Tram & Chairs tickets
  • A Red Butte Garden annual membership
  • $100 gift certificate to the Texas Roadhouse

Contest Sponsors include:

  • City of Cottonwood Heights
  • West Valley City
  • Sandy City
  • Red Butte Garden
  • SWCA Environmental Consultants
  • Hale Center Theater
  • Real Salt Lake
  • City of Taylorvsille
  • Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District
  • Utah Grizzlies
  • Texas Roadhouse
  • Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort

Contest submissions are due no later than midnight on June 10, 2011 and should be emailed to lahanson@utah.gov. The winning design will be announced on June 17, 2011. See the Jordan River Commission website for Contest Details: www.jordanrivercommission.org.