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Weber State recognized as national leader in sustainability

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OGDEN, Utah — Weber State University is being recognized for its success in proactive efforts to become carbon neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of its original goal. 

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities selected WSU to receive the 2023 AASCU Excellence & Innovation Award for Sustainability and Sustainable Development. 

The university earned the honor specifically for its 5-point Carbon Neutrality Strategy initiative, selected by the awards committee for its outstanding results and potential to serve as a model for other institutions.

“We’re extremely proud of this achievement,” said Brad Mortensen, WSU president. “We’re 10 years ahead of schedule in reaching our carbon neutral goal, but we’re even more excited that our model is catching the eye of other institutions across the country who take sustainability seriously and are looking to replicate our success here in Utah.” 

In 2007, Weber State formalized its dedication to sustainability by signing the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment, aiming to eliminate emissions and become carbon neutral by 2050, now moved to 2040. 

As of last year, Weber has cut electricity consumption by 35%, natural gas consumption by 43% and total greenhouse gas emissions by 42%, saving over $21 million. By 2038, WSU anticipates having converted every building to all-electric systems.

WSU has also incorporated sustainability across its curriculum, with key faculty and staff sharing the knowledge and skills students need to contribute to sustainable communities and providing opportunities to learn more, even outside the classroom. 

Weber also works with community partners to boost sustainable practices, helping residents reduce their emissions and carbon footprints by utilizing the same strategies implemented on WSU campuses. The university also hosts the Intermountain Sustainability Summit, and co-hosts Utah Climate Action Week and Solve Climate by 2030 events each year.

“Our sustainability work has garnered a lot of attention because we’ve significantly cut our greenhouse gas emissions, saved millions, and we have a detailed strategy for transitioning our campuses to carbon neutral by 2040,” said Jennifer Bodine, WSU sustainability manager. “We all win when we share best practices so we’re thrilled to get the word out and see more people follow suit.”

AASCU will formally recognize WSU’s achievements at a ceremony this November. Last month, Mortensen joined Justin Owen, WSU energy manager, and Jacob Cain, operations director, to present Weber State’s key successes at AASCU’s Sustainability Solutions Symposium in Washington, D.C.Author:

Bryan Magaña, public relations director
801-626-7948, bryanmagana@weber.eduContact:

Bryan Magaña, public relations director
801-626-7948, bryanmagana@weber.edu

Filed Under: Community, Education Tagged With: Community, Ogden, Weber County, Weber State University

Kym and Peter Buttschardt consider their Roosters group of restaurants as “gathering places first, and restaurants and taprooms second,” said Kym Buttschardt.

So it’s fitting that they were honored with the Utah Restaurant Association’s prestigious Golden Spoon: Restaurateur of the Year award.

“It’s for restaurateurs with a community-minded spirit, and for our love and support of the community,” said Kym Buttschardt.

The awards are nominated by restaurant industry peers and selected by the URA’s executive committee. Some past winners include Deer Valley Resort and Scott Evans of the Pago Restaurant Group in Salt Lake City.

Starting in 1991 when they opened their fledgling Union Grill at Union Station, the Buttschardts helped spur downtown Ogden’s renaissance. In 1995, they opened Roosters Brewing Co. on 25th Street, in serious decline since its railroad town heyday. The success of Roosters and Union Grill attracted other restaurants and shops, transforming the sketchy neighborhood into a historic destination. It’s become a backdrop for festivals, a farmers market, concerts and other events, of which the Buttschardts are often organizers or supporters.

The Buttschardts’ restaurants/breweries/taprooms have grown to include Roosters locations on 25th Street, Layton and at the Salt Lake City International Airport; an expanded Union Grill on 24th Street; the B Street production brewery and taproom on B Avenue in Ogden; and The Coop in Layton.

“As we have grown, we’ve recognized an opportunity to bring all the administrative services under one roof,” said Kym Buttschardt. “We purchased The Depot building in Ogden with that in mind and have been building out an ‘enterprise’ level of management services there. We’re calling that the Roosters Hospitality Group.”

Kim Bowsher has become the chief executive officer of Roosters Hospitality Group, which oversees the Roosters, Union Grill and Coop brands. Chef Matthew Lake is the chief operating officer, overseeing all culinary operations, including catering.

Bowsher most recently headed the Ogden Downtown Alliance and has directed Roosters’ branding and publicity for over 10 years through her media group, kbEnt.

“What she brings is a strategic vision to keep us relevant and working together as a group, rather than individual restaurants and breweries,” said Kym Buttschardt.

“She’s good at figuring out what your customers want, instead of what you want to give them,” said Pete Buttschardt.

Lake, a Culinary Institute of America grad, was named one of Food & Wine magazine’s Best Young Chefs in 1996 when he helmed prestigious New York City restaurants. More recently, he owned Zy and Alamexo restaurants in Salt Lake City. He was hired by the Roosters group in 2021.

“He looked at our whole business, analyzed our menus and brought so much focus,” said Pete Buttschardt. “With our costs and labor rising, we’ve refined our menus and taken some things off and brought some new things on. We’ve had the same menu items at the Ogden and Layton locations, but they weren’t always made the same way. He got to be consistent.”

All catering bookings, whether in Layton, Ogden or elsewhere, now take place with Roosters Hospitality Catering Sales Manager Angelica Sweet.

The past five years have brought growth on many fronts. Roosters opened its B Street taproom and production brewery in late 2018. The brand was awarded a contract at the Salt Lake International Airport through SSP America and began operating there in August 2021. When Corbin’s Grill closed, Roosters in Layton was offered a chance to take over that space next door. It was remodeled into an events area and a new bar/eatery concept, The Coop by Roosters, that opened last fall.

While The Coop was in development, Jeff Ray of Layton’s popular Holy Smoke BBQ was forced to close when he lost his building lease. In a culinary twist of fate, Ray was brought in as pitmaster for The Coop. Fans of the gone-but-not-forgotten Holy Smoke can get their barbecue fix with Ray’s smoked wings, pulled pork, tri-tip steak, brisket and carnitas enchiladas. Ray also provides wings, ribs and other smoked items for the other Roosters restaurants and caterings.

“It’s never going to be the old Holy Smoke, but we’re pretty solid in how we integrated it,” Kym Buttschardt said. “And the cocktail program there is pretty solid too.”

Although alcohol is a big part of Roosters Group restaurants, food still brings in the most revenue. At the Layton and 25th Street Roosters, sales are 80% food, 20% alcohol. At The Coop and B Street taproom, it’s 60% food, 40% alcohol. Union Grill’s sales are 90% food, 10% alcohol.

Each of the different restaurants have their menu mainstays. Union Grill is known for its French onion soup, topped with bubbly, melted provolone cheese. Its pasta salad is another favorite. Pepper jack enchiladas are Roosters’ stop-selling item, filled with shredded roasted turkey and green chilies, topped with pepper jack cheese sauce and chopped cilantro. Grilled salmon is a staple at both Roosters and Union Grill, and there’s a variety of tacos, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and salads at all the restaurants.

The Buttschardts first met working at Market Street Broiler while attending the University of Utah. Kym earned an accounting degree and accepted a job in Washington, D.C., with the Price Waterhouse firm. Meanwhile, Pete heard about an opportunity to open a restaurant in Ogden’s Union Station and scraped together enough money to open Union Grill in 1991.

Kym transferred back to Utah, “because Pete and I either had to break up or be in the same state.”

The two married, and Kym took over Union Grill’s marketing and front-of-house, so Pete could focus on food and operations.

Kym had grown up in Ogden, where her parents owned Sandy’s Fine Foods. But she didn’t feel a pull to come back to Ogden. “Pete is what pulled me back,” she said. “And I decided if I came back, I was going to make this a place where my sons would be proud of where they came from.”

They say they didn’t start out with a grand plan; mostly, they took opportunities as they came. In 1995, they saw an opportunity to open Roosters when brewpubs were becoming trendy. When they needed more space to host large groups, they moved Union Grill to the old Berthana Building on 24th Street, and expanded the Layton Roosters. The opportunity to produce beer on a larger scale for distribution in stores resulted in the B Street facility and taproom.

There were a few glitches along the way.

“We bought Wildflour Bakery and found out that we’re not bakers,” said Pete Buttschardt. He also tried supplying food and drinks in a converted train car at Ogden’s FrontRunner Station, “And that kind of bombed.”

They’ve weathered up-and-down years with recessions and the COVID-19 pandemic. Some years, one location didn’t make money but was offset by another location that did.

Now, the Roosters Hospitality Group will move all the restaurants and catering operations under one umbrella, said Kym Buttschardt. “Pete and I have been spinning plates for so long, and this will give us time to pursue other things that we care about.”

Filed Under: Business, Community Tagged With: Business, Community, Food, Ogden, Roosters, Small Business, Weber County

The annual Lindquist Family Symphony Pops Concert and Fireworks will light up the skies above Weber State University on July 16 from 9–11 p.m.

Now in its 44th year, the free community celebration was initiated by John A. and Telitha E. Lindquist in 1978. Today, John E. Lindquist, president of Lindquist Mortuaries and Cemeteries in Ogden, proudly continues the tradition. 

“The Lindquist Family Symphony Pops Concert and Fireworks has become a hallmark of summer in northern Utah,” said WSU President Brad Mortensen. “Every year, we are grateful to the Lindquist family for sponsoring this beloved event that brings our community together on WSU’s beautiful Ogden campus.”


The 43rd annual Lindquist Family Symphony Pops and Fireworks show took place at Weber State University on July 17, 2022.

The New American Philharmonic will provide a 60-minute concert beginning at 9 p.m. at the Ada Lindquist Plaza at the heart of campus. The performance will include Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” with a battery of 16 cannons provided by the Cannoneers of the Wasatch. 

Around 10 p.m., thousands of attendees will enjoy one of the largest fireworks displays in Utah, set to the music of the live symphony.

Several local food trucks will also be on hand to sell refreshments. 

On-campus parking and seating is available, but limited. Parking lots A1 and A10 will be closed beginning July 15 at 9 a.m. Guests traveling in motorhomes or larger vehicles are encouraged to park on the east side of campus near Stewart Stadium. Additional parking is also available at the Dee Events Center. 

The roundabouts off Harrison Boulevard and Dixon Drive will be closed to traffic, but vehicles can still access campus from Skyline Drive and Taylor Avenue. The interior part of campus will be closed to vehicles. 

To minimize damage to campus grounds, attendees may not leave blankets, chairs or save spaces before 6 p.m. on July 15. Items placed on the lawn prior to that time will be removed. 

Tarps, stakes and tent pegs are not allowed due to safety concerns and will be removed. No personal fireworks or pets are permitted, with the exception of service animals. Spectators are asked to clean up their area and drive with courtesy and caution following the event.

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: Firework Show, Ogden, Summer Events, Weber County, Weber State University

BMR Auto Detailing Studio LLC, a leading provider of high-quality auto detailing and ceramic coating services, is proud to announce its participation in the detailing of the first Air Force One jet at the Museum of Flight in Seattle in 2023. This is the second time BRM has been selected to detail the jet.

The Museum of Flight is one of the largest air and space museums in the world. The first Air Force One jet is one of the most historically significant aircraft in the museum’s collection. The aircraft, a Boeing 707, served as the presidential aircraft for Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. The detailing of the first Air Force One jet is scheduled to take place in July 2023. BMR Auto Detailing looks forward to showcasing its work to visitors from around the world.


For more information about BMR Auto Detailing and its services, please visit www.bmrdetailing.com or contact Ricardo Alatorre at 891-644-6205

BRM History:
It all started after the recession of 2009 after not being able to get a stable job to support my family I decide to start BMR Auto Detailing. At first it was not easy, and the truth is what I did the most was restoring headlights in parking lots outside of Mexican markets.

During my career as an entrepreneur, I have made many mistakes because of my lack of knowledge about being a business owner but, I never give up and in recent years have adjusted our knowledge and the change has been wonderful. We know there is still a long way to go but we will not give up and we will reach our goals and American dreams.

Filed Under: Business, Community, Utah Tagged With: Air Force One, BRM Auto Detaling, Community, Ogden, Small Business

Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music (OFOAM) announces the relocation of the 15th Ogden Music Festival, June 2-4, due to flooding at Fort Buenaventura after a winter of record-breaking snowfall. The temporary venue, affectionately dubbed “Fort BDO” by OFOAM, is located at 600 N Depot Drive in Ogden, just south of the Weber County Fairgrounds.

The decision to relocate was made after county officials confirmed that flooding at Fort Buenaventura is not expected to subside before June.

Attendees can still expect all the same things they love about the Ogden Music Festival: gorgeous views, award-winning artists, on-site camping, workshops, jam camp, kids zone, kids’ parade, vendors, food trucks, Rooster’s Brewing, and more!

We are thrilled to have found a new spot for this year’s festival, and look forward to seeing this wide open space transformed into a beautiful music venue! It has been a lot of hard work to make it happen, and the support from our community has been amazing. OFOAM wishes to express their sincerest gratitude to Ogden City, BDO, and Weber County for helping us to clear all of the obstacles and make this year’s festival a possibility. Thank you to our attendees, artists, vendors, and volunteers for their patience and willingness to be flexible as we navigate these extraordinary natural conditions.

Come join us and experience the magic of the Ogden Music Festival. We can’t wait to welcome you to “Fort BDO”!

Tickets are on sale now at ofoam.org/ogden-music-festival. Kids 16 & under are free. Follow OFOAM and Ogden Music Festival on Facebook and Instagram for more updates.

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Uncategorized, Utah

FORT HALL, IDAHO – It’s time to crank up the volume and hit the gas as we bring together the most impressive collection of cars and the hottest lineup of performers for an epic show.

We invite the surrounding community to join us in the return of our 5th Annual Car Show on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the old casino parking lot. We paused our annual car show for a few years due to concerns for public health. Now in 2023, we want to bring it back bigger and better than in previous years.

Not only will there be the usual competition with cash prizes and trophies, but we will have activities for the whole family, such as “The Largest Inflatable Attraction in the Western United States,” local popular food trucks, and vendors. After the Car Show, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, Twista, and Travis Porter will perform live on stage at our outdoor concert venue.

Car Show admission is FREE. Information about participating in the car show and purchasing concert tickets can be found in the event details at shobangaming.com.

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Idaho, Tourism, Travel

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help small businesses grow and create jobs by providing them with greater access to education, capital, and business support services. To date, more than 12,8000 business owners have graduated from the program across all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Through the program, you will gain skills across topics such as financial statements negotiation, marketing, and employee management, and gain the tools to develop a customized business plan for growth – for free.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply, the business owner must have:

Been in business for at least two years

Have over $75,000 in annual revenues

Have two employees (or partners, etc.)

A desire to grow and contribute to their community


What is provided to participants?

A scholarship that covers the full cost of tuition and materials ($15,000 value)

A highly practical course to develop skills for business growth (using subject matter experts as instructors)

Lessons that can immediately benefit each business

A business Advisor to meet with 6-8 times during the program


What is required of Selected Participants?

Commit to attend 12 learning sessions over 14 weeks (8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

Participation in clinics and workshops (4)

Meeting with a Business Advisor 6-8 times

Completion of a personalized growth plan

Interested can apply now to see if they eligible for the September start.

On-site Information Sessions

April 19th, 9 a.m. Registration Open

May 9th, 9 a.m. Registration Open April 22nd

Filed Under: Business, Community, Education, Uncategorized, Workshops & Seminars

OGDEN, Utah – Ogden School District will break ground on a new facility housed on the campus of Ogden-Weber Technical College (OTECH). “Pathways High School” is a new concept that will allow high school students unprecedented access to OTECH programs. Representative Blake Moore is scheduled to be a featured speaker during the groundbreaking program.

“Ogden School District has aggressively sought additional opportunities for our students to enhance their college and career readiness,” says Superintendent Luke Rasmussen. “Pathways High School represents a significant step forward in creating access to highly sought skills and certifications. Students won’t need to ask the questions, ‘why do I need to know this?’ because they will be putting their knowledge into practice every day. The integrated programs will give students the option to accelerate high school and college competition.”

Many Ogden School District students are already taking OTECH programs. But Pathways High School aims to increase enrollment numbers by making participation even easier.

“Each year, approximately 900 Ogden School District students already enroll in early college courses at OTECH,” says College President Jim Taggart. “Having a project-based high school on the OTECH campus permits students to blend their college coursework with their core graduation requirements. As the rest of the nation struggles with a large population of adults who fall into the category of ‘some college, no credential,’ these students will graduate with high-tech, high-demand skills that will permit them to start a career immediately, without having spent a single penny on tuition. The graduates can also leverage their technical college certificate toward accelerating degree completion as part of a stackable credential with Weber State University or Utah State University.”

Connecting high school students with college and university programs is not a new concept. But Pathways High School will offer students unprecedented access to all of the OTECH programs and resources combined with a facility designed to provide an individualized approach to the needs of high school students.

“The foundation of a child’s future prosperity is, in part, excellent schools and outstanding teachers. Hogan Construction is proud to provide the educational facilities that house the dreams of students and the efforts of the educators of the Ogden School District,” says Dave Andersen, Vice President of Hogan & Associates Construction.

WHAT: Pathways High School Groundbreaking Event

WHEN: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Ogden-Weber Technical College, Health Tech Building, 200 N Washington Blvd, Ogden

WHO: Representative Blake Moore, Ogden School District Administration & Educators, Ogden-Weber Technical College Administration & Board, Pathways High School Construction Partners – Naylor Wentworth Lund Architects, Hogan & Associates Construction, BDK Construction Management


Jer Bates

Communications Specialist
Ogden School District

Filed Under: Business, Community, Education, Uncategorized

Salt Lake West, UT (Grassroots Newswire) – Bin There Dump That, a residential dumpster rental franchise company with locations in the U.S. and Canada, has been recognized by Forbes HOME as a Best Dumpster Rental Company for 2023. Local entrepreneurs Jason & Harmony Faga are proud to be part of this success story.

Forbes Home Improvement editorial team commended “Bin There Dump That” for the most thorough services included in a residential dumpster rental package, including driveway protection and sweep up after every job.”

Forbes Home “Why We Picked It” recommendation provides insights into their selection process. “Admittedly our choice for the best pun in its name, Bin There Dump That offers 21 years of industry experience to clients of its 124 franchise locations. Out of our top five picks, this company offers the most of what’s included in a rental: protective boards under the dumpster so it never touches a driveway, sweeping up after every job, next day or same day service, delivery and pickup (also available on Saturdays), Dumpster Consultants to detail everything you need to know about renting a dumpster and more.”

“The difference with our dumpster experience goes beyond ease of delivery in space-restricted neighborhoods and our clean, attractive containers,” says Mike Kernaghan, CEO of Bin There Dump That. “Our franchisees are local business owners, serving their local communities. Their focus is on providing the best solution and the best service to each customer, based on the customer’s project, property configuration, and budget.”

“Our franchise offers home and business owners a unique dumpster rental experience with an attention to detail which is not common in the dumpster rental industry,” say Jason & Harmony Faga. “We want that final step in your cleanup or renovation project to be easy, convenient, and professional. It’s clear that our customer-focused approach works because our business continues to grow.”

To learn more about renting a dumpster, or to discuss a project with a Bin There Dump That Dumpster Consultant, please contact Bin there Dump That of Salt Lake West at (801) 631-8187 or saltlakewest@bintheredumpthat.com.

Filed Under: Business, Community, Sustainability, Utah

Division of Air Quality (DAQ), in partnership with SLC, is launching a new exchange program today for lawn care businesses to replace their gas powered leaf blowers and string trimmers with electric. Each lawn care business may receive between $500 and $3,000 to be used toward an online purchase of electric equipment; that value is dependent on the number of gas powered units recycled ($500/unit). Below you will find details of this new incentive program.

Charge Your Yard application period: April 6 – 24

  • https://cleanfleet.formstack.com/forms/applychargeyouryard

  • Lawn care businesses only

  • Applying is not a guarantee of participation

  • Application is available in English or Spanish

Rank and selection week: April 24 – 28

  • See chargeyouryard.utah.gov for priority and eligibility criteria

  • A minimum of 375 lawn care businesses will be invited to participate

Selected lawn care businesses will be notified during the week of April 24th with an invitation to participate. They have 48 hours to accept the invitation by submitting an RSVP form; spots not claimed after 48 hours will be given to the next business in line. No invitations will be sent beyond Friday, April 28.

Only gas leaf blowers and string trimmers can be recycled for credit; recycling any other equipment will not yield credit

  • Recycling must be completed by May 21, 2023

  • Recycling gas powered leaf blowers and string trimmers will yield $500 credit per unit recycled. Lawn care businesses may recycle multiple units and combine credits up to a maximum of $3,000 per business. More than 6 units recycled will only result in $3,000 credit

  • Credit will be given in the form of a coupon code to be used toward an online purchase of electric leaf blowers and string trimmers at the retailer of their choice

  • Recycling must take place at one of 12 eligibility recyclers, mapped on chargeyouryard.utah.gov
    • Wilkinson Supply is an eligible retailer that is also operating as an eligible recycler for this program

  • Only electric leaf blowers, string trimmers, and associated batteries and chargers are eligible for this program

  • Purchases must be made from one of 7 eligible retailers
    • Ace, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Redback, Cutler’s, Al’s the Chainsaw King, or Wilkinson Supply

    • A coupon code to one of these retailers will be provided to the participant by DAQ

    • The last day to use the coupon code is May 31, 2023.

  • Only lawn care businesses that have an active business license and operate in one of the five ozone non-attainment counties may participate

  • Lawn mowers are not eligible for credit
    • Website: chargeyouryard.utah.gov
    • Email: chargeyouryard@utah.gov

Filed Under: Business, Community, Sustainability, Utah

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