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Tooele Business NewsTOOELE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Volume 6, Number 11 December 2009www.tooelechamber.com

TEAD team wins Federal Energy Conservation Award

Liddiards for a “Choice Experience”

The Lean Six Sigma team that saved Tooele Army Depot more than $60,000 and nearly 100 million gallons of water per year is the proud recipient of not one but two prestigious awards in the small group water conservation category: the 31st Annual Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management Award and the 2009 Federal Energy and Water Management Award. Richard Anderson, Russell Smalling, Victor Hammond, Jon Hayden and Joshua Jones will travel to Washington D.C. for an award ceremony to be held Oct. 28, 2009, in honor of individuals that throughout the

SEE LIDDIARDS PAGE 15

Liddiard Home Furnishings, a business that has been in Tooele for over 50 years. Liddiards (known as Al & Lid’s Furniture back then) was first opened in 1955. The owners, Al Morris and George Liddiard built their business by offering top-quality products with a fresh hometown perspective and wanted their customers to have an amazing shopping experience.

In 2006, Liddiards made a big change by moving to their newly built building (tripling their size) located on the north end of Tooele. The building includes an 84,000 sq. ft. showroom, that carries a huge variety of items.

Annual Santa ParadeSaturday, December 5th 10:00 amVisit with Santa at Tooele City HallFollowing the paradeCall the Chamber office for more details435-882-0690

Chamber Member Christmas Open HouseWednesday, December 9th Deseret Peak ComplexConvention Center 2930 W Hwy 112 Time: 11 am to 2 pmNo Charge for this eventNo RSVP required

Chamber office ClosedThursday December 24th at noonFriday December 25 for the Christmas Holiday Thursday, December 31 at noonFriday, January 1st

The Crescent Super Band Saturday, December 12th Tooele High School Auditorium Cost is one can of food (to be donated to the local food bank) Tickets Available at Tooele City Hall 90 North Main Street 435-843-2100Sponsored by Tooele City Arts Council

SEE TEAD AWARD PAGE 9

C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

For a complete list of upcoming events, please check out our websitewww.tooelechamber.com

By Ely Trapp Tooele Army Depot Public Affairs

Dr. Craig College, Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management, (second from left) presents the 31st Annual Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management Award to Jay Weyland, TEAD Energy Manager, (far left) and the five winners, Richard Anderson, Russ Smalling, Victor Hammond, Jon Hayden, and Joshua Jones, during the Department of Defense All-Hands Energy Meeting in Providence, R.I., Aug. 12, 2009.

Although the name and location of the business has changed, the essence it was created on still remains the same.

Chamber Business Renewals

New Chamber Members

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

State Farm Insurance Angel Chaparro

10619 S. Jordan Gateway #300South Jordan, UT 84095

801-576-2408Insurance

Sorensen Towing & Auto Repair Jerilyn Sorensen

100 N. Emerald RoadTooele, UT 84074

435-843-0075Towing, tires, auto parts, repair

Valley View Motel Roy Patel

585 Canyon RoadTooele, UT 84074

435-882-2747Motel/Lodging

Industry/GovernmentUNEV Pipeline, LLC

BusinessSears, Tooele Burger King

Small Business435 Design

Wasatch Blinds & FlooringUpgrades, Etcetera Comuters

Non ProfitTooeleMommies.com

2� tooele County Chamber of Commerce July 2009

86 S. Main St. • PO Box 460Tooele, Utah 84074

(435) 882-0690 • Fax (435) 833-0946www.tooelechamber.com

Chamber StaffDebbie Winn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director

Margie Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Manager

Gloria Kershaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Assistant

Susan Cummings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Assistant

Board of DirectorsJoyce Hogan - Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Energy Solutions

Jack Bell - Past Chair . . . . . . . . . . . Quality Automotive Group

Tye Hoffman - 1st Vice Chair . . . . . . Edward Jones Investments

Mike Fields - 2nd Vice Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oxygen For You

Jeff England - Secretary / Treasurer . . . . . . . . . Axiom Financial

Ken Christensen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Christensen & Griffith

Kelly Duffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mountain West Medical Center

Chad Fullmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Denny’s

Marilyn Gillette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tooele County Clerk

Dr. Michael Griffeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Griffeth Vision Group

Vicki Griffith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prudential Utah Real Estate

Kris King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mountain America Credit Union

Berna Sloan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Group 1 Real Estate

Jolene Thurgood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Macey’s Food & Drug

Dr. Jed Winder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooele Vision Center

Advisory Seats:

Mayor Byron Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grantsville City

Mayor Patrick Dunlavy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooele City

Dr. Gary Gowans . . . . . . . . . . . Tooele County School District

Commisioner Colleen Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tooele County

ADVERTISING INFORMATIONAdvertising in “Business News” is a great way to reach Tooele County business people and residents. Call Debbie Winn at (435) 882-0690 for ad sizes and deadline information.

Back Page (Full) $300 Full Page $250Half Page $150 1/4 Page $901/8 Page $60 Business Card $20

Tooele CountyChamber of commerce

& Tourism

Chamber Ambassadors Shawn Milne – Ambassador Chair . . . . . . . . Click Audio Video

Jill Thomas – Ambassador 1st Vice Chair . . . . . . . . . . . Digidocs

Dean Johnson – Ambassador 2nd Vice Chair . . . . . . .Zions Bank

Cari Gavin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jackrabbit Press

Heidi Kroeger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Factory Flooring Direct

Chris Sloan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Group 1 Real Estate

Adrienne Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lifestyle Tooele Magazine

Doris Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D&J Ad-Vantage Embroidery

Jim Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D&J Ad-Vantage Embroidery

Callie Piper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security Title Insurance Agency

Come and join Tracks Brewing Compa-ny for Freedom Fest in July! Freedom Fest is a month long celebration of changes in Utah liquor laws, allowing private clubs to be open to the public. The party starts July 1st when the law officially changes and Tracks can welcome the public. Wednes-day, July 15th is the official “Kick Off ” party. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be at 11:00am, followed by prize draw-ings every half hour, free menu samples, brewery tours & freshly brewed root beer - all available until 3 pm.

During the day, Tracks will be a lot like other Utah breweries, such as Squatter’s and Red Rock. They brew their own beer

right at their Main Street location and offer a great place to eat lunch and dinner, whether with clients or just a great meal with friends. After 10pm they let their hair down and have fun with a mix of local band and DJ’s, karaoke, poker and national acts like Royal Bliss (coming soon) and The Unauthorized Rolling Stones (coming July 24th). Tracks is proud to offer Tooele a well-deserved restaurant experience dur-ing the day with “Big City” atmosphere in the evening.

Tracks Brewing Company is owned by the Applegate’s, a local family with many strong ties to this community. They have recently brought in a new partner, Cheri M. Watts, who brings with her over 20 years experience in various areas of restaurant management. Her noted ac-complishments include General Manager of Squatter’s - an award winning Brew Pub in Salt Lake City. General Manager of Spencer’s for Steaks & Chops – an award winning Steak House in Salt Lake City, Owner/Operator of Café Bacchus which won Best New Restaurant by City Weekly Readers. We welcome her addition to our family.

Tracks Brewing Company is located at 1641 N. Main St. Tooele and can be reached at 435-882-4040. Operating hours are Monday - Sunday 11 am - 2 am. They have great indoor as well as patio dining. Check out the website at www.tracksbrew-ing.com for upcoming events, promotions and a complete menu.

Tracks Brewing to celebrate changes in Utah’s liquor laws

Max Coon and sue stingerie; winners of the Longest Drive Contests on hold #14 sponsored by Zions Bank; received prizes from Zion’s Bank at the Chamber golf Tournament.

USU’s Business School to Offer Graduate Degree in Tooele County

By Dr. Brad Winn

Ambassador of the Quarter Award

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

� tooele County Chamber of Commerce August 2009

Construction crews from Broken Arrow work on the placement of new roofing material for the Tooele County Community Resource Center. The material was manufactured and donated by Carl-isle Syntec, located on the Utah Industrial Depot. Special thanks to Dave Ulery, General Manager of Carlisle Syntec; for his company’s generous dona-tion of the roofing material. Thanks to Lee John-son, Broken Arrow; and his generous donation of other needed materials for the roofing project. The Tooele Food Bank, Tooele County Relief Services, SLCAP Heat Program, Youth Employability Ser-vices and Volunteers of America are all located in the Community Resource Center.

Community Resource Center gets new roof

882-0313 • 882-1273

Engines Are Our Business

GARAGE & DIESELBob’s

1676 N Progress Way(North side of overpass)

Stansbury Real Estate, LLC

500 East Village Blvd. Suite 109 Stansbury Park, UT 84074

Tom McCartyPrincipal Broker

Offi ce: (435) 843-5323 • Cell: (801) 243-4643Fax: (435) 843-5324

www.stansburyrealestate.com

SPECIALIZING IN STANSBURY PARK

SERVING SALT LAKE AND TOOELE COUNTY

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ACADEMYMORTGAGE CORPORATION

Amy BlauserLoan Officer

“My number one priority is to find the loan program that best suits your needs”

Phone: (435) 830-0950

Email: amy.blauser@academy.ccWeb: www.academymortgage.com

514 North Main Tooele, UT 84074

Live in it. Shop in it.Thrive in it.

Denny’sBlood Drive* & School Supplies** Saturday, August 8, 11 AM – 3 PM

KIDS EAT FREE ALL DAY **w/ donation of NEW SCHOOL SUPPLIES to go to Children in the Child Protective Services programJUMPING CASTLE PROVIDED BY JUMP N JOEYS ~ jumpnjoeys.net

MUSIC BY MISI ~ myspace.com/musicmisi*FREE ICE CREAM SUNDAE FOR ALL PRESENTING DONORS!

Eligibility Questions Call 1- 800 - 737- 0902 Donor ID is required.

435-843-8200Ask for Manager

Mountain America Credit Union will be the Gold Sponsor for this years event. Silver and bronze sponsorships are still available. Silver Sponsorships include your logo in all advertising, free preferred booth location, your business listed as a sponsor in the program, Prize card sponsor and a Free 1/8 page ad in the program/ newslet-ter. All this for just a $500 investment. Bronze Sponsorships include: Your Logo in all advertising, free booth space, your business name listed as a sponsor in the program, and a Prize card sponsor. A $300 total investment for this sponsorship level.

Taste of Tooele County is being held again this year in conjunction with the Business Open House. This scrumptious event features restaurants and caterers serving up delicious menu items. Expo attendees may purchase tickets ($5 adult, $3 child) to sample dishes from participating restaurants and food vendors. Vendors will receive a reimbursement for participation. The event is hosted by the Tooele County Chamber of Com-merce and Tooele County.

The Tooele County Chamber of Commerce Business News will publish a special “Expo 2009” insert in the Tooele Transcript Bulletin prior to the show. It will be circulated to more than 7,800 homes in the county. An additional 1,000 copies will be used as the official program. Advertising in Chamber News is a great way to reach Tooele County business owners, employees and residents of Tooele County. Call the Chamber at (435) 882-0690 or visit our website at www.tooelechamber.com for ad sizes and deadline information.

Registration forms for the event can be accessed from the chamber website at www.tooelechamber.com.

Open HOuseContinued from page 1

PROUD TO BE PART

OF TOOELE COUNTY.

REAL ESTATEContinued from page 9.

The Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University is offering a new graduate degree in Tooele County. Beginning January 22nd, the Masters of Human Resources Executive Program, with a focus on Organizational Leadership, will be available at the USU-Tooele Regional Campus. Dean Gary Straquadine, who heads the Tooele Campus, has been a lead proponent of the new graduate business program and sees it as an opportunity to support local efforts in economic development. “We hope this new program will become another investment in developing fundamental business and leadership skills here in Tooele.” To help lead this new executive program, USU has hired Dr. Brad Winn as a faculty member in organizational leadership and strategy. Dr. Winn comes with both business and industry

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Shawn Milne, Chamber Ambassador Chair, recent-ly received the Ambassador of the 3rd quarter Award. Shawn is the owner of Click Audio Video. The Ambassadors are dedi-cated volunteers from busi-nesses throughout the area. They act as liaison between the Chamber and our mem-ber businesses. Their mis-sion is to welcome, nurture, and recruit new Chamber

experience having worked in consulting and engineering. He also worked as a vice president at UVU and Snow College and has served as an elected representative in the Utah legislature. Brad will direct the Masters of Human Resources Executive Program and is currently recruiting for the first cohort of students. “I’m thrilled to join Utah State which has such a grand tradition of making a difference in local communities throughout Utah,” said Winn. “You can feel the unique excitement and commitment that is just part of the fabric of the Tooele Chamber and I look forward to engaging with businesses here.” Students who are accepted in to the January cohort will meet with full-time faculty through live, interactive videoconferencing. The goal of the program is to enhance skills in developing leadership talent, managing human resources, and improving organizational effectiveness. It’s not too late to apply! Invest in your future and accelerate you career with a nationally-recognized, accredited business degree from Utah State University. For further information call Dr. Brad Winn, Program Director, at 435-851-2002. To apply, click on Prospective Students at www.huntsman.usu.edu/mshr.

members; act as goodwill representatives at Chamber functions, and aid in the support of Chamber mem-bers. They participate in as many Chamber functions as pos-sible including Business Af-ter Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Luncheons and events. If you are interested in being part of the Chamber Ambassadors, please con-tact the Chamber office at 435-882-0690.

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Elections for the 2010-2011 Chamber Board were held recently and the newly elected members who will fill the 2 year positions include: Jeff England, Axiom Financial, Mike Fields, Oxygen For You; Cari Gavin, Jack Rabbit Press; Dean Johnson, Zions Bank; Jeff Loafman, WalMart Logistics; Chris Scott, Oquirrh Hills Pro Shop; Berna Sloan, Group 1 Real Estate and Jolene Thurgood, Maceys Food and Drug.

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A fantastic slate of candidates had accepted nominations and the voting was very close. The new board members will serve their two year term beginning in January 2010. They will join current board members which include: Jack Bell, Quality Automotive; Ken Christensen, Christensen and Griffith; Kelly Duffin, Mountain West Medical Center; Marilyln Gillette, Tooele County Clerk; Dr. Michael Griffeth, Griffeth Vision Group; Joyce Hogan, Energy Solutions; Dr. Jed Winder, Tooele Vision Center. Advisory Board members include Mayor Pat Dunlavy, Tooele City; Mayor Brent Marshall, Grantsville City; Commissioner Colleen Johnson, Tooele County, Dr. Gary Gowans, Tooele County School District and Debbie Winn, Chamber Executive Director.

Jeff England, Axiom Financial

Mike Fields-Oxygen For You

Cari Gavin-Jackrabbit Press

Jeff Loafman- WalMart

Distribution Center

Christian Scott-Oquirrh Hills

Pro Shop

Dean Johnson-Zions Bank

Berna Sloan-Group 1 Real Estate

Jolene Thurgood-Macey’s

Triple-T opens on Main St.

Triple-T is a new Tool, Trailer & Truck Accessories store located at 278 N. Main St. in the (Old Napa) building. Triple-T is a com-bination of several businesses. Owner Frank Venditti got the idea for Triple-T from several business contacts in Las Vegas who oper-ate similar businesses. Venditti who lives in Tooele, saw that the Tooele area was lacking a full service trailer dealership. Since he already operates a trailer manufacturing company in Salt Lake, he decided that it was time to expand operations and become his own dealer. The other parts of Triple-T including tools trailer parts and truck accessories are a natural fit. Venditti says “if you like Harbor Freight you will love our tool section”. Triple-T also offers a full welding supply section including bottle exchange and raw steel. “As far as I know we are the only place in Tooele where consumers can buy steel”. Triple-T has just opened but is already seeing the popularity of its trailer parts and acces-sories because that was a market segment which was not being served in Tooele. Triple-T has very strong purchasing power through its manu-facturing company which gives it the ability to sell anything tool, trailer or truck accessory related at the absolute lowest prices. “I know the economy is tough right now that is why value is selling and we have priced everything in our store on the local economy which includes Salt Lake prices”. Venditti says we do our own pric-ing and so that means if we see a lower price on an item or similar item we immediately lower our prices so that we are the absolute lowest prices. “We don’t get our pricing from a corporate or dis-trict office halfway across the country”. If we see lower prices we immediately change our pricing to be the lowest”. So rest assured when you are shopping in our store you are getting the lowest price out there guaranteed.Trailers is by far our best product since we are selling direct from the manufacture to you our prices on trailers are hundreds even thousands below retail. We sell utilities, goosenecks and any flat-bed trailer you can think of and although we are not the manufac-turer of enclosed trailers we are also carrying a good selection of enclosed trailers.

Frank Vendetti, Owner of Triple-T

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

Tooele County Food Bank provides a supply of food to Tooele County residents in need of assistance.

They assist with referrals to other agencies that can help the household to become self sufficient. They receive food from the Utah Food Bank and local area food drives.

The Tooele County Food Bank is located in the Tooele Community Resource Center, 38 South Main, Tooele.

We also support the following services:

Baby Care Cupboard (sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Tooele)

Tooele County Food Bank

Rent/Mortgage Assistance when funding is available

Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Boxes

Tooele County Operation Christmas

Lori Sandoval, Director

Jean Rush, Volunteer

38 South Main, Tooele

435-843-4780

Tooele County Relief Services

At this time more than ever your

donations make a difference!

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Business Spotlight: Nightime Donuts

Employees at Nigh T ime Donuts and Bagels , back f rom lef t to r ight : Regina Trac y, L ac y Fors , Jason Nick le, Trevor Er ick son, Travis Nugent , Kat Brown, Sandy Dana, Rock i Mounce, Kevin Conk l in .Front : Jodie Er ick son, Travis Er ick son

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

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Nightime Donuts is a wonderful bakery located on Tooele’s Main Street. This shop is full of yummy baked goods for everyone! Everything is baked fresh and ready for you at 5 a.m. daily.

Owner and Operator, Jodie Erickson who took over the bakery this year, has always wanted to own a business of her own. She immediately loved the idea to own a com-pany that has been in our town for 22 years and be able to do something she loves. Jodie is married and has two boys, Trevor and Tra-vis. Her family has lived in Erda for about 5 years. Nightime was originally owned by long time resident Patrick Nigh. Their staff consists of about ten employees. One of which is Kathy Hardy-Brown, who is the manager. Kathy has been with Nightime for about 8 years and helps Jodie with all the day to day tasks as well as being the head decora-tor for many of the cakes and pastries. Jodie loves working with all her employees, many of whom have been with the company for many years before the change of ownership. Nightime Donuts offer such a wonderful variety of made-from-scratch donuts, bagels, pastries etc. They also have éclairs, bagel sand-wiches, breakfast sandwiches, custom cakes, homemade cream cheese spreads, real fruit smoothies and a full line of coffee products.

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Jodie has kept many things the same through the transition of ownership but has expanded the items they offer. They have all the original baked goods as well as custom wedding cakes, custom pastries, etc. Catering & delivery are also available. Nightime Donuts has so much to offer to their customers and are very popular with the local community. They do custom orders on just about everything in the store. With their made-from-scratch items, anything

is possible. If you have a request call Nigh-time and they will help you create your vi-sion. They have a very friendly atmosphere and are a great place to take the family. Nightime Donuts has been serving Tooele for over 22 years and looking forward to many, many more to come. Nightime Do-nuts is open Monday thru Friday 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. They can be reached at 435-882-8503 or come on down and see Jodie and her great staff at 299 North Main Street, Tooele.

Written by: Gloria Kershaw, Chamber staff member

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New Reflection House, a program of Valley Mental Health, is a commu-nity-based rehabilitation program of individuals with long-term men-tal illness. It provides a supportive and accepting community in which members gain a sense of belonging and accomplishment through mean-ingful work and relationships. New Reflection House is a Club-house modeled program. The first Clubhouse was developed at Foun-tain House in New York City in 1948. Since then, the model has expand-ed worldwide and currently there are over 400 Clubhouse programs around the world. The Clubhouse is designed to focus on the mem-ber’s strengths and abilities rather then their disability. It integrates its members in the community and assists them in achieving their life’s ambitions. New Reflection House is

a work focused program. Members work together, side by side with the staff, in the running of the Club-house. All work within the program in designed to help members regain their self worth, purpose, and confi-dence. Along with the work-ordered day, the program also provides em-ployment and educational opportu-nities. The employment program enables New Reflection House members to return to paid work through the transitional and independent em-ployment. Members obtain confi-dence, self-respect, and vocational skills through community-based employment. The transitional em-ployment offered by the Clubhouse is a work training program that provides members with part-time,

SEE NEW REFLECTIONS PAGE 11 New Reflections employees and Clubmembers

Happy Holidays From Tooele City

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

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The Tooele City Mayor and employees would like to express appreciation to all the city businesses and Chamber of Commerce members.

Tooele City Staff (left to right): Roger Baker, City Attorney; Cary Campbell, Public Works and Community Development Director; Lisa Carpenter, Deputy City Recorder; Kami Perkins, Human Resource Director; Michelle Pitt, Assistant Redevelopment Agency Director; Mayor Patrick Dunlavy; Kathy Bell, Parks and Recreation Director; Sharon Dawson, City Recorder; Jaclynn Sagers, Communities that Care Director; Jami Carter, Librarian; Glenn Caldwell, Finance Director; Paul Hansen, City Engineer; and Ron Kirby, Chief of Police.

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Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

increased unexpectedly by an additional five million gallons. “We couldn’t figure out what had caused the increase and therefore suspected broken water lines” said Jay Weyland,

TEAD energy manager. “Several methods were used to search for the waterline breaks but they were ineffective.”Detection methods included observation and isolation which

involved looking for unusually green areas, wet ground or puddles and areas of melted snow; and closing off areas of the water system to see if usage changed. Active detection with the use of the LD-12 Professional Plus Leak Detector finally helped find the problem. The detection of the leaks was no easy task since Tooele Army Depot has 26 miles of main waterlines. “The (LD-12) amplifies the sound that a water leak makes allowing the operator to locate the water leak precisely,” Weyland said. “The team made a series of sound level measurements, and from those measurements they located and repaired several water leaks.”There were 12 water leaks identified in total, with the last leak repaired in September 2008. More than 40 million gallons of water were saved in the first six months of fiscal 2009 when compared with the same time frame the previous year. What started out as one Green Belt project, evolved into three which ultimately combined into what has become a great success story. Anderson was tasked with finding the water leaks and John Hayden was tasked with a water pressure Green Belt. All the findings from the water loss and the water pressure projects were combined into one document

Department of Defense have made exemplary efforts in water and energy conservation.“Using the Lean Six Sigma analytical process, these five members of Engineering and Facilities ganged up to solve serious problems in our (World War II) era water distribution system,” said Chris Tillman, garrison manager. “They developed processes to pinpoint and resolve unexplained losses of water and water pressure and then proceeded to correct the problems. As a result we are saving over eight million gallons of water a month and experiencing f low and pressure levels that will now support future mission modernization. Their accomplishments are outstanding and very worthy of the recognition and awards they have received.”For a group of guys used to working behind the scenes, all the attention surrounding the awards is a bit humbling. “We were surprised (about the awards) because Jay Weyland nominated us without our knowledge,” said Smalling and Anderson, both with the Engineering Branch of the Directorate of Base Operations. “We are very appreciative of Jay for doing this for us and are happy that it has brought great recognition to the depot.”In October of 2007, water production at the Depot

TEAD AWARD Continued from page 1

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Victor Hammond demonstrates how the LD-12 Professional Plus Leak Detector is used to de-tect leaks in waterlines. Hammond, along with four other TEAD employees, recently won the 31st Annual Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management Award and the 2009 Federal Energy and Water Management Award, both in the small group category. (U.S. Army Photo by Ely Trapp)

SEE TEAD AWARD PAGE 12

Looking for a Fitness Boot Camp? Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

3 Ways to Participate: 1) Pre-register for a special

boot camp workout ($10)

2) Drop by and buy raffle tickets, or buy items from

the silent auction. (cool prizes donated from our

local businesses!)

3) Donate cash during or prior to the event!

PRIZES

Sponsored by:

Time: 7:00-9:00pm at Grantsville High School

Date: Tuesday December 8, 2009

Free event t-shirt if registered by Nov. 30th

All Proceeds will benefit Tooele County families

this Christmas.

For More information or to donate call: Anita Keetch

@ 801-231-9660

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GET FIT NOW Health & Fitness Coaching offers personal training in the form of fitness boot camps in the cities of Grantsville and Tooele. Anita Keetch, owner of GET FIT NOW is a NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Spe-cialist. She has also been a Certified Athletic Trainer for over 20 years. Before starting her own Fitness Boot Camp business, Anita was the Coordinator of the Fitness Program in the Huntsman Cancer Institue’s Wellness Center. GET FIT NOW offers general fitness boot camps as well as sport specific boot camps for high school, club sports etc. Anita would be happy to speak to your club or group regarding health & fitness topics at no charge. September 2009 marked the one year anniversary of GET FIT NOW and was celebrated by a friendly competition between the Tooele and Grantsville Boot Camps. The highlight of the Operation Birthday event was an obstacle course which tested the campers speed, agility and strength. Anita would like to thank Tooele County for supporting her in her fitness business and plans on being around for a long time. She can be reached at (801) 231-9660.

GET FIT NOW! Boot Camp Participants.

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NEW REFLECTIONSContinued from page 9.

Hale and Jodi at Subway.

Mikel at Tracks.

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entry-level job placements with lo-cal businesses. The transistional employment program (TEP) is a unique and rewarding opportunity for community employers to employ members of the community that re-quire some additional support on the job. The Clubhouse members and staff develop TEP placement in the community. Once the position is secured, the Clubhouse staff learn the job. Once they know the posi-tion, the Clubhouse members and staff select a member to work the position. This is primarily based on the members desire to work. At that point, the trained Clubhouse staff will train the member on the posi-tion. The staff will remain on the job with the member until the member feels comfortable enough to work the position alone. Once the mem-

ber begins working the position, the Clubhouse staff will continue to of-fer employment support for both the employer and the member. The Clubhouse guarantees coverage for these positions. If the member is ever unable to work, the Clubhouse

staff, who have been trained on the position, will go and work the po-sition for the employer at no cost to the employer. Each TEP lasts for nine months. At the end of the nine months, the Clubhouse selects an-other member to work the position

and the training process be-gins again. Currently, New Reflection House has four transitional employment placements in Tooele Coun-ty and is looking to develop some more. Subway, Tracks, Tooele County Clerks Office, and Valley Mental Health are all employers who sup-port the TEP program. Lynn Prasith, manager of Tooele Subway, has been in-volved in the TEP program

for the past two years. Lynn stated that “transitional employment is a wonderful program and more em-ployers should participate in it. If the member is sick, I don’t have to worry about someone being there. The Clubhouse staff will come and

work the position for me. It is a great relief to know that the position will always be filled.” Not only does the TEP program assist the employer, but it is an invaluable opportunity for the members of the program. Mikel, a member of New Reflection House, is currently working his first transitional employment placement at Tracks. He stated that “I really like working at Tracks. Working helps me deal with my stress and makes me feel good about myself. I like the extra money and that the Clubhouse helps me keep my job.” Hale, who worked a transitional employment placement at Subway, stated “Working is hard and fun at the same time. I had an accident at home and I was unable to work for a week while my body recovered. I called and spoke with the Clubhouse staff and they worked my job for me so that I did not loose it. NRH was a

great support for me.” New Reflec-tion House cannot provide these employment opportunities without your assistance. At this time, the Clubhouse is look-ing to further develop transitional employment opportunities for our members. Please feel free to contact Matt Reed, New Reflection House program director, at 435-882-4845 for more information regarding New Reflection House and the tran-sitional employment program. The Clubhouse is located at 565 West 900 South in Tooele and serves indi-viduals who struggle with long term mental illness in Tooele County. New Reflection House is a certified member of the ICCD, an interna-tional network of Clubhouse mod-eled programs with more than sixty years of experience in mental health rehabilitation. www.iccd.org

Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

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which became Russ Smalling’s Water Master Plan Green Belt. “In (the Master Plan) individual responsibilities are laid out and assigned to ensure we maintain the correct standard of water pressure, water usage, maintenance and upgrades,” Smalling said. The Master Plan also boasts a newly updated water map depicting all 26 miles of waterlines on the depot along with other sectors of the water system including water hydrants.“Conservation is part of our everyday lives, if you put it out in the work places as well people may pick up on it and want to join in,” Smalling said. “Being around Jay Weyland has taught me a lot about energy conservation. Now I always find myself shutting the light switch off whether at home or at work. We’ll blame Jay for that; it’s a good thing to be blamed for.”Another contributor to the team’s success was LSS mentor, Gary Hoy, whose extensive expertise enabled the team to effectively accomplish their mission. As the recipients prepare to go to Washington D.C. for the presentation of their federal award, they share the same sentiment about what has turned into a whirlwind of recognition, “we are just trying to do what is best for the depot.”

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Prudential Tooele Real Estate agents are experts on the lifestyle of Tooele County. We live and work here, and spend every day dedicated to a community that is characteristically our own style. But even more, we are professional real estate consultants with the collective wisdom of over 50 years of experience and 2,200 transactions. We are skilled negotiators and vigorously oversee every detail of each real estate

transaction. There is simply no better solution to buy or sell property than a dedicated, conscientious Prudential Tooele realtor.

ROCK SOLID IN TOOELE COUNTY

For more information, contact our Tooele Office: www.HomesinTooele.comOffice 435-882-4111 • Fax 435-843-5364 • 205 N. Main Street, Tooele Utah 84074

Vicki Griffith Broker/Owner

Steve GriffithAssociate Broker

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Hoses that burst always give a warning first, at the 90 degree turns either com-ing from the wall or at the washing machine connections. The hoses 99% of the time will form a large bubble giving the home owner a warning. Look for this situation. When replacing…

Use steel braided hoses (they are less likely to rupture at the 90 degree •bends.)

Turn off both hot and cold water supply and then remove the old hoses. •

Connect your new hoses to the washing machine first and tighten firmly. •Make sure there are no kinks.

Connect to the hot and cold water supply and tighten. Check for leaks!! •

Checking and replacing washing machine

water-fill hoses

TEAD AWARD Continued from page 9

Mike Wells Citizen of the Year 2008

Chamber Asks for Award NominationsTooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

� tooele County Chamber of Commerce August 2009

Tooele County Community Resource

Center

These organizations are located within the Tooele County Resource Center and are available to assist local residents.

Tooele County Relief Services (435) 843-9955 Help persons and families who are in crisis due to lack of food and shelter.

TCRS also coordinates crisis intervention services to more effectively help persons and families who are in desperate need. They also provide services for the Dept. of Workforce Services-Outreach.

Tooele County Food Bank (435) 843-4780 Provides a supply of food to Tooele County residents in need of assistance.

Assist with referrals to other agencies that can help the household to become self sufficient. Rent/Mortgage Assistance when funding is available

Volunteers of America (888) 893-7949 Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization

dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Through thousands of human service programs, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 2 million people in over 400 communities in 44 states. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and empowered America’s most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, men and women returning from prison, homeless individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those recovering from addictions. Our work touches the mind, body, heart — and ultimately the spirit — of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.

Youth Employability Services (435) 840-2125 The YES program helps self-motivated young people, who are struggling

at school or having a hard time finding and keeping a job, to receive a high school diploma or GED, and to improve their vocational skills and abilities to compete more successfully on the job market. They also help youth explore career and educational opportunities.

SLCAP-HEAT Program — Services provided during winter months.

38 South Main, TooeleTechna Glass of Tooele

Brian Lawson455 E. Lindy WayTooele, UT 84074435-830-7322Glass repair and replacement

Mountain West Home Health

1887 N. Aaron Dr. Ste DTooele, UT 84074435-882-4163Medical, home health and hospice

Mountainside TitleTori Bell71 E. 1280 N.Tooele, UT 84074435-579-3801escrow/settlement, title insurance

Mr. ApplianceJayson Tate7 S. Main St. Ste 201Tooele, UT 84074435-884-3748Appliance service and repair

AflacEd Cole429 S. Hale StGrantsville, UT 84029801-673-8329Insurance, supplemental to health

Rodney Myer, LLCRodney Myer272 N. BroadwayTooele, UT 84074435-884-4443Chimney cleaning & repair,Furnace & air duct cleaning

Alport Syndrome Foundation

Vint DeGraw474 E. 740 N.Tooele, UT 84074435-882-0597Non profit Foundation

The Tooele County Chamber of Commerce extends a warm welcome to our newest members:

New Chamber Members

CorporateSyracuse Casting West Corp.

BusinessTracks Restaurant & BreweryDairy DelightCold Stone CreameryTooele Floral

Small BusinessBonneville Seabase

ReduxAndrea Cahoon, Re/Max Advantage Sign Creations, Inc.Price Mine Service

Non ProfitK-9 P.I.T.Deseret IndustriesTooele County Republican Party

Chamber Business RenewalsThe Tooele County Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following members for their continued support and for renewing their memberships for 2009:

I own my community

The Tooele County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the Chamber’s Citizen of the Year Award, Business of the Year Award, Volunteer of the Year Award and Customer Service Award. All community members are invited to nominate any Chamber business, group or individual, which they feel, should be honored. Chamber members may nominate their own business or another Chamber member business. One award will be given in each category.

Business of the Year Award –The purpose for this award is to recognize a business that has made an impact on our community through their business expertise and community service. The business must be a member of the Tooele County Chamber of Commerce. All members are listed on the Chamber website: www.tooelechamber.com

Criteria – The Business of the Year Award will be judged on the business’s ability to demonstrate excellence in business

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practices through sales, quality of service, customer service, leadership and/or community involvement.Applicants must provide a written summary of why they feel this business deserves this award.

Citizen of the Year Award –The purpose for this award is to recognize an individual for their accomplishments in one or more of the following areas: Employment accomplishments, civic (city, county, state) accomplishments and/or voluntary service accomplishments.

Criteria –Applicants must provide a written summary of what accomplishments were made by the individual and why

they should be considered for the award.

Volunteer of the Year Award –The purpose for this award is to recognize an individual or group for their accomplishments in the following area: Service to the community on a volunteer basis.

Criteria –Applicants must provide a written summary of what volunteer efforts were made by the individual or group and why they should be considered for the award.

Customer Service Award - The purpose for this award is to recognize businesses that have made exceptional contributions and exceeded expectations in delivering services of superior quality to its customers. The business must demonstrate and model exceptional customer service techniques and build customer oriented relationships. The business must be a member of the Tooele County Chamber of Commerce.

Criteria –Examples of customer service may include (a) developing in-novative practices, techniques, or systems resulting in significant quality improvements in service; or

(b) through personal interactions having performed exceptionally in delivering superior service. Applicants must provide a written summary of what the circumstances were to be considered for the award.

These awards are the Chamber’s way of honoring our great business community and residents. Chamber businesses are strongly encouraged to enter one or all four award programs. Your business deserves recognition for the good that you do for consumers and the community. Entry forms can be obtained at the chamber office (86 South Main, Tooele) or on the chamber website:www.tooelechamber.com Entry forms should be sent to: Tooele County Chamber of Commerce Awards Committee PO Box 460 Tooele, Utah 84074

or faxed to the Chamber office 435-833-0946

Applications must be received by January 4, 2010. Winners will be announced and awarded at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet on January 23, 2010. Questions regarding the program can be directed to Debbie Winn / Executive Director 435-882-0690.

Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living Center.Tooele County Chamber of Commerce December 2009

Take time to get vaccinatedTake time to get vaccinatedCDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the most important step in protecting against this serious disease.

The vaccine can protect you from getting sick or it can make your illness milder.

Getting a vaccine is very important for:•Young children•Pregnant womenP l ith h i h lth diti lik th di b t h t l•People with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart or lung disease•People 65 and older•People who live with or care for those at high risk

Take ActionTake Action

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.  Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.  Alcohol‐based hand cleaners are also effective.

St h h i kStay home when you are sick.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

Take it to your doctor if you are illTake it to your doctor if you are illFlu symptoms include:•fever•headache•extreme tiredness•dry cough and sore throat•runny or stuffy nose•muscle aches

f h fl l d hIf you get the flu, antiviral drugs are an important treatment option.  They are not a substitute for vaccination.

Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines that fight the flu by keeping flu viruses from reproducing in your body.

Antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster.  They may also prevent serious flu complications.  This is especially important for people at high riskfor people at high risk.

For more information call the health department at 435‐277‐2440   Visit our Website at:  http://www.tooelehealth.org

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Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living was built in tribute to the owners’ mother, whose health seemed to be deteriorat-ing with every passing year. Although Jane was reaching her limit she still wanted to remain in Grantsville. At that time there was no facility in town that could accommodate her needs. After the family pondered over every possible choice they decided to take matters into their own hands and build precisely what she needed.

Sadly, Jane passed away in 2006 before Diamond Jane’s was completed. It wasn’t until 3 years later on July 1, 2009 that it would be fully completed in Jane’s sweet re-membrance.

Diamond Jane’s provides 16 spacious units with indi-vidual restrooms and kitchenettes. Their menus are devel-oped by a registered dietician, and prepared by Leanna and Angie in their magnificent modern kitchen. The menus have a nice variety and a lot of f lavor; the aroma of “some-thing good” can be enjoyed by all as these meals are being prepared. They serve a resident recipe once a month so everyone can share their favorite recipe.

Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living is a level 2 assisted living center, so their resident’s are able to “age in place.” This means with the assistance of home health and/or hospice, even those that have declining health may remain at Dia-mond Jane’s. Diamond Jane’s also features an emergency and on-call response system.

Teresa, Brenda, Tina, Jamie, Pat, Nichole, Heather and Stonie are the well-trained and compassionate C.N.A.’s at Diamond Jane’s. One of these ladies is on duty 24/7. Althea is the R.N. on staff to monitor the residents’ well-ness. Tami is the activities co-coordinator; she is develop-ing a variety of activities that are scheduled every day. Exercises 3 times a week and local talent often come to entertain and enhance their day. They have a beauty salon with hairstylist Gwen taking appointments 2 times

per week. There is a large social room for gatherings, visiting with friends or fam-ily, and just relaxing. “Our goal is to provide your loved one with an atmo-sphere that is close to home, and to deliver the compas-sionate care that they de-serve.” ~ Althea

Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living Center is located at 345 S. Hale in Grantsville, Utah.

Diamond Jane’s Assisted Living, located in Grantsville, recently celebrated the grand opening of their new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by the Tooele County Chamber of Commerce. Owners, staff, residents and Chamber members were on hand to join in the celebration

The Tooele City Arts Council Holiday Concert

Featuring

Saturday, December 12, 2009 7:00 p.m.

Tooele High School Auditorium

Cost is One Can of Food Tickets will be for reserved seating. There is no guarantee

that there will be tickets available at the door.

Exchange your cans of food for tickets at Tooele City Hall

(90 North Main Street)

You won’t want to miss this family friendly concert. With a youthful energy and nearly unbelievable performance level, the band has performed hip, intelligent arrangements of the

American standards for thousands. As a result, they have fre-quently been hailed as the top band of their type in the world.

For more information please contact the Tooele City Arts Council at 843-2142 or visit www.cresentsuperband.com .

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LIDDIARDSLiddiards was named the 2007 BrandSource Dealer of the Year. BrandSource is a national buying group of over 2500 retailers. Membership in BrandSource allows Liddiard Home Furnishings to leverage over $4 Billion in buying power. That means Liddiard’s prices are the same or most times even better than what you might find at the big chain stores. Liddiards offers top names in furniture, appliances, flooring and electronics like Broyhill, La-Z-Boy, AICO, Jenn Air, Kitchen

Aid, Maytag and many more. Liddiards offers a full line of home furnishings, kitchen appliances, home theatres, flooring and accessories. They take pride in offering top quality products and great customer service. If you purchase an item from Liddiards, you do not have to worry. They have a “No Lemon Policy” meaning, if during the first year of ownership you have had three repairs on your appliance or home theater product, Liddiards Home Furnishings will replace the defective product. They will never ask you to pay one penny more than you’d have to pay elsewhere. You cannot go wrong with a company that wants their customers to have the best shopping experience possible. Liddiards is a company you have known and trusted for over five decades and is sure to be around for many years to come.

Visit their sales team at 2502 North 400 East, Tooele to have a “Choice Experience” today. They are open Monday-Friday, 10 am to 8 pm. Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm. Closed Sunday. They can also be reached at 877-643-3119. For more information, visit them on the web at www.liddiardhf.com

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We offer unique, handcrafted items that will be cherished for

years to come.1 north main street, tooele open monday-saturday

(435)882-0650 www.beahomebody.com

2055 N. Main Street • Tooele • 435-843-3600www.mountainwestmc.com

Leading the way for quality health care

To meet the increasing health care needs of Tooele County, Mountain West Medical Center has begun a $15 million expansion. This is a testament to the support we receive from our community and to the exceptional care our employees provide. The expansion includes:

• Women’s Center • Additional Operating Facilities • Outpatient Imaging Pavilion with Increased Technologies • Digital Mammography • Stereotactic Breast Care • Permanent MRI • 2nd CT, 64-slice with 3-D imaging capabilities

At Mountain West Medical Center, we are leading the way for quality healthcare.

G R O U N D B R E A K I N GW o m e n ’ s C e n t e r