Our Heritage
"As the water flowed over the pink cliffs of what is now
known today as Water Canyon, shouts of
acclamation was heard through out the valley".
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"As the water flowed over the pink cliffs of what is now known today as Water Canyon, shouts of acclamation was heard through out the valley". |
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Community Calendar
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Welcome to TropicTropic, nestled in the valley of the red cliffs of Bryce Canyon National Park, a community, whose name reflects the beautiful fruit blossoms in the spring, green grass of summer, and the brilliant colors of fall. In Winter…. A blanket of snow covers the community, quietly giving rest. The climate is relatively mild, with the last frost usually occurring in the latter part of April and begins freezing in Mid-October. Tropic is located in Garfield County on Utah's All American Road * Scenic Byway 12; just off Utah Heritage Highway 89 south of Panguitch and travels eastward. From its humble beginnings in 1892 with approximately 15 families, Tropic has prospered to a thriving community of over 550 residents. News & AnnouncementsSpring Clean-up Week: May 6th - May 11th has been designated as the Town's clean-up week. Town limb pit will be open during operating hours ~ 8 am to 3 pm * Monday, May 6th - Friday, May 10th. Agricultural waste only is allow in the limb pit * grass clippings, tree/shrub trimmings, garden vegetation, etc. PLEASE keep limbs and other pruning separate from all other waste. All construction materials, Appliances, furniture, bedding, etc. can be taken to the Town's Maintenance yard and placed in the provided receptacle. Also, those who have scrap metal can contact Casey Seber * 435-616-1323. Control burn can be done at your homes until June 1 2019 ~ Before doing so, please contact Fire Chief Ron Harris. Job Notice: Applications are being accepted for the position of Office Manager/Treasurer ~ Effective May 1, 2019 * Closing ~ Until filled. Permanent Full-Time * Apply at the Tropic Town Office * Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm * Application * Skills Needed: Excellent communication & presentation skills, Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs particularly Excel; and Proficient in Financial software systems Quickbooks; Budgeting & Accounting experience preferred, but not required. *General Duties: Oversees the Town'd budget & financial planning/cash management, Bank reconciliation/deposits, Quarterly tax & payroll reports, Utility billing and oversees daily function and personnel ~ And other duties as directed by the Mayor and Town Council Garfield County Residents: Our communities are being negatively impacted by a significant amount of Construction and Demolition material being placed in the County dumpsters. This is a reminder ~ ONLY HOUSEHOLD garbage should be placed in these containers. NO batteries, paint, motor oils, or liquids of any kind are to be placed in these containers! These items are to be disposed of properly. Also, The bin located in the Maintenance yard is NOT for household use ~ only appliances and other scrap metal items. Please haul discarded items such as mattresses, boards, and other unwanted items to the County landfill. A $50 fine will be issued for the misuse of this service. Individuals and businesses doing any construction is required to have an onsite container for construction/demolition waste materials. Ordinances are in place ~ any VIOLATION is publishable as a Class C Misdemeanor and subject to fines. (Garfield County Ordinance #2007-4 & Tropic Town Ordinance #4142009) We ask for your cooperation and be respectful using the County's services properly. Animal Control: Please be responsible dog owners know the where about of your pet(s) and keep your them contained within or on your property. Animal Control and Law Enforcement will be issuing fines and citations for those who are in violation. Citizens should report all dog issue to the Tropic Town animal control officer Bob Sudweeks 435-690-0497 or a member of the Town Council; you may also contact the Garfield County Sheriff’s office: 435-676-2678. The 2019 Dog licenses are now available ~ Licenses are $10 for spayed/neutered and $35 for non-spayed or neutered. Citations will be issued by the Garfield County Sheriff’s office to those whose dogs are running at large, are deemed dangerous, are causing damage, or becoming a nuisance in the community. FREE Spay and Neuter for Cats: There is a humane, effective way to control the community cat population: Trap/Neuter/Return reduces the number of feral cats and stray free-roaming cats in the neighborhood. The Best Friends "Community Cat Program" prevents unwanted litters and reduces the number of cats euthanized in shelters. Best Friends is offering free services to spay/neuter cats within your neighborhood; please call 435-644-2001 for more information. Community Rewards Program: South Central has partnered with Amazon.com to fund community projects and promote community growth. Whenever you want to make a purchase on Amazon, access Amazon through the South Central Website: www.SoCen.com hit Amazon + South Central Communications = Community Rewards icon, select the Community & Project that you want your purchases to benefit and shop away. Amazon contributes anywhere from 4% to 12% of your purchase amount back to the project(s) of your choice; in turn South Central Communications donates 100% of the monies received to fund the community's projects. |
Local Information Tropic Town Office Hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday 2019 Monthly Meeting Schedule * Planning Commission 1st Tuesday @ 6 p.m. Agenda request must be made by Wednesday before 1:00 p.m. *Town Board Meeting 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. Water Billing Water Bills are due the last day of each month. A $200 fee shall be applied for the disconnection and re-connection of services due to non-payment of water. 2019 Dog License Spayed/Neutered $10 Non-Spayed/Neutered $35 Senior Citizen Center Lunch ~ Order by 10 am Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 435-679-8666 Daughters of the Utah Pioneers 3rd Monday of each month Tropic Heritage Center 3:00 p.m. AA Meetings Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Tropic Town Heritage Center 20 North Main Contact Randall 435-679-8442 Heat Assistance Sign Up for Heat Assistance 435-826-4410 * Katie Driver's License Renewal Garfield County Office DMV Panguitch - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Garfield County Landfill  Acknoweldgement
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