Shiny Happy People
Who is the County Sheriff?
Ryan Arbon
What was the economic downfall of Ogden in the 1970's?
The freeway was created and stopped the foot traffic from the Union Station.
How many days are in the legislative session?
45 days
What is roughly Ogden's annual budget?
$250,000,000
What is the minimum age to run for the Utah House and Senate?
25
"I'm at a payphone trying to call..."
Who is the County Attorney?
Chris Allred
What is the formation of the Ogden City Council and why?
It is a 7 member council (3 at-large and 4 districts). The point of that is so everyone should be represented by a majority (4) of the council.
What are two ways the constitution of Utah can be amended?
2) The Utah Legislature
What is a fiscal note for a legislative bill?
How much it will cost to enact this bill.
How long is the Governor's term?
4 years
"Whoa, we're half way there, whoa livin' on a prayer..."
"...take my hand, we'll make it I swear, whoa livin' on a prayer."
Who were one of the representatives who spoke to us at the Capitol?
Cal Musselman, Ryan Wilcox, Rosemary Lesser
List 2 things the city is responsible for?
Trash pick up, filling potholes, providing business licenses, provide running water.
What are the 3 branches of government and give an example in each branch?
1) Legislative (Utah Legislature)
2) Executive (Governor, AG, Treasurer)
3) Courts (Utah Supreme Court)
What is one of the top five expenses for Ogden City?
Public Services
Infrastructure
Public Safety
Management Services
Community & Economic Development
Who is in charge of running elections statewide?
Lieutenant Governor
"Don't stop believing..."
"...hold on to this feeling."
What are the other county elected offices?
Assessor
Attorney
Clerk
Recorder
Sheriff
Treasurer
What are 3 city commissions, boards, or committees?
Christmas Village Committee, Diversity Commission, Planning Commission, Airport Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Committee
When does the Legislative Session start?
The Tuesday after Martin Luther King Jr. Day
What is one of the top five revenues for Ogden City?
Charges for city services
Property/Sales Tax
Intergovernmental Revenues
Other financing sources
Fines
Who acts as the state's top attorney and legal advisor?
Attorney General
"Coming out of my cage and I've been doing just fine..."
"...Gotta gotta be down because I want it all."
What is one pro and one con of having a 3 member county commission?
Con: There is no check and balance.
Pro: They represent the entire county.
Who is the Mayor of Ogden?
Ben Nadolski
Give me a step by step how a bill becomes a law (specific steps)?
1) Bill is drafted by a State Representative.
2) It is presented in front of a House Committee and voted on.
3) It is voted on by the full House of Representatives.
4) It is presented in front of a Senate Committee and voted on.
5) It is voted on by the full Senate.
6) It is signed by the Governor.
What is a Truth In Taxation meeting?
Anytime a city or county plan to raise taxes they need to hold a meeting and get public input.
What is the age cap for those serving in the Utah Supreme Court?
75 years old
"Jumped in the cab, here I am for the first time. Look to my right and I see the Hollywood sign..."
"...This is all so crazy. Everybody seems so famous."