Retirement Open house for Shanna Edwards
After 55 years of working for Harrisville City, Shanna Edwards, is now retiring from being Planning Commission Recorder and Project Management Recorder. She will continue as a City Historian on a volunteer basis. Edwards has given her time and talents in a variety of ways.
According to Harrisville Mayor, Bruce Richins, “She (Edwards) has a vast knowledge of the past growth the City has experienced. So much wisdom. It will be very difficult to replace her. I rely on her expertise very much.”
An open house will be held in Shanna Edwards’s honor at the Harrisville City Cabin, located at 725 West Harrisville Road, on Monday, January 30, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. If you would like to wish her well, you may do so at sedwards@cityofharrisville.com.
Community Gardens
Applications are now being accepted for the community garden plots. The plots are 8x8 raised bed plots located on the east side of the City Offices. There is no cost, but applications must be made in person during regular business hours. For more information contact Jennie Knight at 801-782-4100 ext. 1000.
Harrisville Youth City Council Needs You!
To all Harrisville Youth ages 14-17: If you want to become involved in civic issues and be engaged in solving community problems and service, then this is a great opportunity for you to become a member of the Harrisville Youth City Council.
Being a member of the City Youth Council is a great experience where you can:
*Make new friends
*Plan and participate in the best events all year
*Gain experience in leadership and civic duties
*Gain and exchange valuable training in leadership
*Community involvement
*Learn about Citizenship and Government organization
This type of experience is helpful on resumes for college applications, scholarships, and employment. Get an application at the Harrisville City Office and contact Austin Tracy at atracy@cityofharrisville.com.
Snow Removal
Please remember that putting snow back out in the street is illegal. It is also illegal to park cars and other objects on the street that may impede snow removal. Pile the snow so it will not infringe on City streets. Contact Harrisville City Police Deptartment at 801-782-9648 ext. 1001 to report any violations.
