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Draper City Talk
by Draper City
Behind-the-scenes insight into local government services and processes, as well as experiences of community members.
Episodes
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Minisode: Widowmaker Commemoration
10/10/10 — What does that mean? It's your invitation to attend the Widowmaker commemoration ceremony at the Flight Park this Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM!Annie Bommer, Jason Wiggins, and Christa Hutchison of the Historic Preservation Commission are in the studio to share about the...
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City Council Member Mike Green
Mayor Walker is joined by Councilmember Mike Green. They discuss what led him into public service, his priorities, and goals for Draper over the next year. Originally published October 1, 2026
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Minisode: Miss Draper Royalty
We're back with another Draper City Talk Minisode — a quick chat about the Draper community! The Draper City Royalty are in the studio sharing a little about themselves and their service initiatives for the Draper Community. You can experience Mikelle Molen's service initiative, Draper Ready, at...
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Minisode: Lights & Ladders
Welcome to Draper City Talk Minisodes — quick chats about the Draper community! In this inaugural episode, Sergeant Cory Smith and Emergency Services Coordinator Nick Roble discuss the upcoming Lights & Ladders Safety Fair, a joint Fire and Police Department event that gives residents an...
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Wildfire Prevention and Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
Mayor Walker is joined by Draper City Fire Chief Clint Smith and Wildland Fuels Crew Supervisor Parker Hansen to discuss the upcoming fire season, as well as changes within the State of Utah affecting the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). Episode Links: Utah WUI interactive map (to check if home or...
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E-Motorcycle Law Changes
In the 2026 legislative session, the Utah Legislature made changes to state law regarding these e-motorcycles, e-bikes, motor-assisted scooters, and other motorized vehicles. These changes took effect May 6, 2026. Mayor Walker is joined by Draper City Police Lt. Mike Elkins to discuss these new...
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City Council Members Lowry and Johnson
Mayor Walker is joined by Councilmembers Fred Lowry and Bryn Heather Johnson. They discuss what led them into public service, their priorities, and their goals for Draper over the next year. Originally published April 1, 2026
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City Council Members Dahlin and Lowery
Mayor Walker is joined by Councilmembers Kathryn Dahlin and Tasha Lowery, who were elected and re-elected, respectively, to the City Council in November 2025. They discuss what led them into public service, their priorities, and their goals for Draper over the next year. Originally published...
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What's Happening at The Point?
Mayor Walker is joined by Michael Ambre, Executive Director of The Point, to discuss Phase I development and beyond at the former prison site. Learn about the progress being made at The Point, what can be expected as this phase nears completion, Draper's role in The Point's future, and more in…
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Roads and Transportation
Mayor Walker is joined by Public Works Director Scott Cooley to discuss everything having to do with Draper City's roads. Learn about potholes, widening roads and adding sidewalks, and much more in this deep-dive into all the work that goes into building and maintaining our city roads. Originally...
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How Do We Keep Draper Schools Safe?
Draper City Talk is back with a new season! In this episode, Mayor Walker sits down with Draper Police and School Resource Officer Adam Neff, and Canyon School District's Public Engagement Coordinator Susan Edwards to discuss how all of us can help keep schools safe.
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How Do We Keep Draper Schools Safe?
Draper City Talk is back with a new season! In this episode, Mayor Walker sits down with Draper Police and School Resource Officer Adam Neff, and Canyon School District's Public Engagement Coordinator Susan Edwards to discuss how all of us can help keep schools safe.
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2025 - 2026 Budget
Mayor Walker is joined by Finance Director John Vuyk to discuss the budgetary process for Draper City. They discuss the needs and challenges of city budgeting, as well as keeping taxes low while maintaining essential city services. Originally published June 23, 2025
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Wildfire Deployments and Prevention
Mayor Walker is joined by Draper Fire Captain Brian Garn and Wildland Firefighter Supervisor Parker Hansen, who discuss their deployment to help combat the recent L.A. fires in California. They discuss their experience, as well as mitigation efforts taken by the City to help prevent catastrophes...
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2024 End of Year Recap
Mayor Walker is joined by City Manager Mike Barker and Assistant City Manager Kellie Challburg to discuss changes in city management, as well as a review of what happened in Draper in 2024.
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Police and Fire
Draper City Police Chief Rich Ferguson and Fire Chief Clint Smith join Mayor Walker on the podcast to discuss the recruitment and retention challenges public safety professions currently experience, and the measures Draper City have taken to bring in and keep qualified personnel in these...
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ULCT Legislative Session Recap - Part II - Gravel Pits
Utah League of Cities and Towns Director Cameron Diehl and Deputy Director Justin Lee join Mayor Walker on the podcast to discuss proposed legislation related to gravel pit operations and their potential impacts on communities in Utah, including Draper.
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Utah League of Cities and Towns - Legislative Session Recap: Part One
Cameron Diehl, Executive Director of the Utah League of Cities and Towns (ULCT) discusses the 2024 Utah State Legislative Session, the role of ULCT during the session with respect to advocating for local government, and how some bills impact communities
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The Point - 2023 Recap and Look Ahead
Significant progress was made in 2023 with The Point development at the former state prison site, including the demolition of the prison, approval of funding from the state legislature, long-range transportation plans, and a signed agreement with development partners for phase one. The Point...
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Long-Term Water Supply
Maintaining adequate water supply and service in Utah will require smart planning, the investment of billions of dollars in infrastructure, and the cooperation of all residents to conserve this vital resource. Maura Carabello of the Exoro Group and Tage Flint of Utah Water Ways join Mayor Walker…
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Parks, Trails, & Recreation Projects 2023
Parks & Recreation Director Rhett Ogden shares details about recent storm impacts on parks and trails and upcoming projects including a conservation garden, more pickleball courts, trail improvements and connections. Did someone say disc golf?
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New Water Efficiency Standards
Although record snow has greatly improved drought conditions in Utah this year, Utah will always need to be concerned about drought. Draper City recently took an additional step in long-term planning for water conservation as the city council adopted changes to our landscaping requirements to…
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Draper's Legislative Representatives
Representatives for Draper in the Utah State Legislature, Senator Kirk Cullimore and Representative Jeff Stenquist recap items of interest to Draper residents from the 2023 legislative session, share requests or feedback they've received from constituents, and discuss long-term goals they feel…
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Flooding
With snow totals reaching levels not seen for 20 or more years, we look forward to the warmer temperatures of spring. But, all that snow melting too quickly can bring other concerns – particularly the potential for flooding. Draper City Public Works Director/City Engineer Scott Cooley and…
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Community Events and Volunteers
Community involvement and belonging have great benefits for our health and wellbeing. Draper City offers a wonderful variety of recurring community events - from the Easter Egg Hunt to the Haunted Trail, fun times are just around the corner. Community Events Manager David Wilks and Chief of Staff...
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Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee
Collaboration between city officials, community volunteers, and partnerships with Salt Lake County and other entities led to Draper City preserving 6,495 acres of public open space, including 147 miles of trails and 45 parks. The City's Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee is comprised of...
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D.A.R.E. Program
Draper Police Detective Adam Neff discusses his current role as a D.A.R.E. instructor and school police officer, including the program's evolution since its inception in 1983, how parents and community members can provide support, and the biggest concerns kids are dealing with now. Dare Website...
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Tree Committee
Draper City Tree Committee Chair Dave Cloward and Vice-Chair Michelle Coker discuss how to keep trees healthy, especially during extreme drought, the right types of trees to plant, the benefits of trees in a community, conservation-friendly landscaping and rebate programs, and Mayor Walker's own...
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Fireworks and Fire Safety 2022
Draper City Fire Marshal Don Buckley discusses fireworks restrictions for 2022, high fire danger due to extreme drought statewide, tips for home fire safety, and the Home Entry Lockbox Loaner Program (HELLP) which assists residents who may not be able to get to the door when first responders…
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Water Outlook 2022
Steve Cunningham, Assistant General Manager, WaterPro, Alan Packard, Assistant General Manger and Chief Engineer, Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, and Brien Maxfield, Senior Engineering Manager, Draper City Public Works, return to the podcast to discuss the continuing severe drought in...
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What does a Chamber of Commerce do?
Jay Francis, South Valley Chamber President & CEO, discusses his longtime career with the Utah Jazz and the Larry H. Miller Group and how that prepared him for his post-retirement role with the chamber, how the chamber supports local businesses and provides connections and training for business...
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Code Enforcement
Draper City Code Enforcement Officer Dave Bernal discusses common code violations, processes for requesting a response on a problem, and how he works with property owners and businesses to resolve issues.
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Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Director Rhett Ogden previews projects and events for 2022, including the new boat launch at Rotary Park, a trail connection with Lehi, all-abilities playground, conservation garden at the Parks & Rec building, improvements to Ballard Arena, amphitheater shows, new community...
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What is The Point?
In summer of 2022 inmates of the Utah State Prison will be transferred to the new prison facility. This is a significant step in plans to develop the site, consisting of 600 acres of state-owned land, into Utah’s Innovation Community. Known as The Point, the new community will foster…
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Planning and Zoning in a Growing City
Planning Manager Jennifer Jastremsky discusses misperceptions about what the City can and cannot do with respect to approvals or denials of development applications, different categories of zoning and what types of building is allowed in each, how state legislative decisions impact city code and...
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Garbage & Recycling
Deputy Director of Public Works Robert Markle and Solid Waste Manager Hazel Dunsmore discuss garbage and recycling management in Draper City, fluctuations in the recycling market, where to dispose of items not accepted in curbside bins, probable changes to collection routes, landfill processes…
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Meet the Managers
City Manager David Dobbins and Assistant City Manager Bret Millburn discuss their roles and responsibilities, keeping property tax low through strategic economic development, the pursuit of additional communications infrastructure, accommodating growth, adjustments to City operations to ensure...
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Community Policing
Draper City Police Chief John Eining discusses Draper Police Department's approach to law enforcement, nationwide tensions following the George Floyd case, training, and responsibilities of police officers.
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Behind the Firehouse Doors
On the fifth anniversary of the reorganization of the Draper City Fire Department, Chief Clint Smith and Deputy Chief Bart Vawdrey join Mayor Walker to share their experience of restarting the department from the ground up, what life is like at a fire house, and notable events, including the…
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Roads, traffic signals, and stop signs...oh my!
Did you know Draper City has a Traffic Committee? Hear about that process and more as Public Works Director/City Engineer Scott Cooley and Senior Engineering Manager Todd Hammond join Mayor Walker to talk about 2021 road projects, pandemic impacts to construction, development impact fees, and...
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Water Service and Drought Outlook
Brien Maxfield - Draper City Senior Engineering Manager, David Gardner - WaterPro, and Alan Packard - Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, join Mayor Troy Walker to discuss the unique partnership of Draper City having two water providers, the impact of Utah's extreme drought on next year's...
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Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ron Williams and Shivam Shah of the Draper City Diversity and Inclusion Committee share some of their background and experiences, the objectives of the committee and discuss challenges with diversity and inclusion in Draper.
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