Protect your Home from Flooding

While the city is not in direct threat of significant flooding within our city limits at this time, the flooding that occurred on April 12th at the Orchard Ridge neighborhood has reminded us all of the importance of being prepared just in case. Floods are among the most common and widespread natural disasters in Utah. With Utah's record snowfall in 2023, there is even more heightened flood risks this spring. Even those outside of an identified flood risk area can experience flooding.

The State of Utah and Utah State University have put together some very informative resources on flood mitigation and what you can do to prepare your property and your family in case of flooding:

- https://beready.utah.gov/utah-hazards/flood/
- https://floodhazards.utah.gov/
- https://extension.usu.edu/preparedness/floods

What a Great Community We Have

During the early morning house and throughout the day on April 12, Kaysville Public Works worked closely throughout, along with Kaysville Police, Kaysville Fire, Kaysville Power, Kaysville Parks, Weber Basin Water Conservancy District, Davis County Public Works and Oak Hills to channel the runoff water away from the collapsed areas and down into another storm drain system in the Orchard Ridge neighborhood. City crews deployed 1,000 city-owned sandbag supply, and received additional support from Davis County (who provided over 2,000 sandbags) and Washington Heights Church (who donated over 3,000 sandbags). A small army of residents and staff helped to fill and place an additional 1,000 sandbags late into the evening. The city received many offers and requests from residents and businesses for how people could help. We are extremely thankful for the many offers and for those willing to help minimize the impacts of flooding as much as possible. We truly live in a great community.

Do Not Drain Excess Water into Sewers

Spring weather can present challenges both to homeowners and to our sewer service providers. When homeowners illegally drain excess water into the sewer system it can cause problems by overloading the sewer collection lines, resulting in potential sewer water backing up into homes. The sewer treatment plant spends additional time and money to treat this excess stormwater that it was never designed to treat. If you have a sump pump that is discharging into the sewer, please redirect it to a legal means of drainage. If you are unsure of how to accomplish this or if you are unsure if you have an illegally connected sump pump, please contact Kaysville City Public Works.

Ways to prevent water from getting into your home:

- Make sure your lot is graded properly so water drains away from buildings. Sandbags can be placed around window wells to help keep water out.
- Install extensions or splash blocks on rain gutters to redirect water away from your house.
- Check your sump pump and consider having a spare.
- Repair any cracks in your foundation and basement walls.
- Do not leave sprinklers on too long, or too often.

Read on: https://www.kaysville.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=454.

2022 Police Chief of the Year Award

Kaysville's own Chief Solomon Oberg recently received the 2022 Chief of the Year award from the Utah Chiefs of Police Association. Chief Oberg told the city council at their April 13 city council meeting that "This award is more of a team award because he couldn't be successful with what he does without the great men and women that make up Kaysville's Police Department. This award is just a reflection of the great work that they do."

Join us in giving a huge congratulations to Chief Oberg!

Secondary Water Updates & Start-Up Dates

Read about secondary water updates and when your start-up date will be for the upcoming irrigation season:
Secondary Water/Pressure Irrigation.

Kaysville Youth Council now Taking Applications for 2023-2024

Attention students! The Kaysville Youth City Council is now taking applications for the 2023-2024 school year. Students who will be in 9th-12th grade may apply! You must be a Kaysville resident. Interviews will be held Thursday, May 4th at 6:00 p.m. Click the link below if you are interested or would like more information: Kaysville Youth City Council.

Parks and Recreation News and Events

Our Parks and Recreation always have many programs and activities happening throughout the year. You can view their latest news and events calendar by going to: https://www.kaysvillerec.com/. You can also sign up for their monthly Parks and Recreation Newsletter and other notifications by clicking here.

Text REC to 801-544-1788 to join Kaysville Rec for registration and activity info.

Upcoming City Events

Thursday, April 20th
City Council Meeting Cancelled

Saturday, April 22nd
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Arbor Day Tree Planting at Pioneer Park

Thursday, April 27th
7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting

Tuesday, May 2nd
7:00 PM - Power Commission Meeting

Thursday, May 4th
6:30 PM - City Council Q&A: The City Council will be available to answer questions or discuss any matters the public may have.
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting

Thursday, May 11th
7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting

Thursday, May 18th
6:30 PM - City Council Q&A: The City Council will be available to answer questions or discuss any matters the public may have.
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting

Thursday, May 25th
7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting

Monday, May 29th
Memorial Day Holiday - City Offices Closed

City Council, Planning Commission, and Power Commission meetings can be viewed on our YouTube Channel "KaysvilleLive". All meeting days/times are subject to change. Please visit our website or follow us on social media for the latest information. To view meeting agendas or to subscribe, click here.

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