School may be starting, but I’m not ready for summer to end. We had a very successful Alpine Days again this year. It is such a big job that the many volunteers do to make it run so flawlessly. I would like to thank Bill Conley and Tracy Wallace for their efforts as Chair and Co-chair. Next year, Tracy will step up as Chair and you are welcome to contact him as his Co-chair. With this ascension plan in place, we are always assured of a great celebration. I had 18 join me for the Lake Hardy hike. We ranged in age from 10 to 75 and everyone enjoyed a beautiful day.

We have some great financial news to pass on. A few weeks ago I was able to sign closing documents to refinance our Pressurized Irrigation loan. This is the only debt that we have in Alpine. With the new rate, we will see a true savings of over $100,000 per year for the next 16 years. We received a great credit rating because of our sound financial position and
that helped bring the interest rate way down.

The park on 100 South is really shaping up. Grass has been planted on the majority of the ground and you have helped us plant at least 250 trees. There is work yet to be done and we ask that you obey the signs and fencing until the area is no longer a construction zone. I know I am tempted to start using this great facility now.

We recently accepted the resignation of our long-time Fire Chief, Craig Carlisle. Craig began with the Alpine Fire Department as a teenager and has seen the growth and changes over these many years. Many of you will echo my thanks for his great service to the community. He has been there for births, deaths, accidents and all manner of events that shape our lives. He showed a great sense of love for the service he provided. If you see Craig around town, please take the time to thank him for all that he has done for Alpine and the Lone Peak Public Safety District.