Hello, Sandy Neighbors, and Happy New Year, and happy reading!

We are excited to share the first SandyNow edition of 2026. In its pages, you will find information about the upcoming Oath of Office Ceremonies for the city’s newly elected officials. You will also learn about the annual city photo contest and the second annual Snowman Scavenger Hunt. As we head into the coldest time of the year, you will want to read the reminders about sidewalk-clearing rules after a storm and winter parking restrictions. The Recycling Calendar is also now available, so check it out.

FYI- there is a printed version of this newsletter in your utility bill. You can also find news and information on our Sandy City homepage at sandy.utah.gov.

As we welcome a new year in Sandy, I am filled with gratitude for the unity and momentum that continue to move our community forward. January brings meaningful moments of leadership, civic engagement, and progress, including the start of the legislative session and important updates on projects shaping Sandy’s future. 

I also invite you to join me for the Mayoral Oath of Office Ceremony on January 5 at 11:00 a.m. at the Alta High School Performing Arts Center.  Click the link below to read my full January message.

Happy New Year, Sandy City. With the new year comes new opportunities to serve, collaborate, and build on the progress made in 2025.

We invite you to join us for the City Council Oath of Office Ceremony, where three incoming Council Members will be sworn in: Brooke Christensen, District 1; Kris Nicholl, District 3; and Brooke D’Sousa, At-Large. The ceremony will be held on Monday, January 5, at noon in the City Council Chambers at City Hall or join us virtually by Zoom.

This month’s newsletter highlights key updates, upcoming discussions, and opportunities for residents to stay involved throughout the year. 

The Sandy Arts Guild presents The Importance of Being Earnest, opening January 30. This Oscar Wilde classic is a sparkling comedy of wit, romance, and ridiculous disguises. Jack and Algernon have each invented alter egos to escape the boredom of polite society, but their double lives collide when love enters the picture. 

With mistaken identities, sharp social satire, and Wilde’s signature one-liners, this delightful farce skewers Victorian conventions and proves that nothing is more important than being earnest.

The show runs January 30 through February 14. Tickets range from $11 to $17.

Join us for the annual Snowman Scavenger Hunt from January 26 to 30. Visit participating Sandy facilities and see if you can spot the cheerful snowman hiding in each lobby.  Click the link below for full event details and locations. 

Calling all photographers. The annual Sandy City Community Photo Contest is now open. Share your favorite photos taken in Sandy over the past year for a chance to win great prizes. 

The top 12 winners will receive a pair of tickets to a show at Hale Centre Theatre, and the top three community favorites will also receive a $50 gift card. 

Your 2026 recycling calendar is now available. Sandy City is divided into two zones for recycling collection: green and yellow. Recycling is picked up once every two weeks on the same day as trash service. 

The colors on the zone map correspond with the schedule shown on the recycling calendar. Click the link below to view or print your calendar, or visit the recycling webpage for more information.

As winter weather arrives, we want to remind residents of the importance of keeping sidewalks and streets safe for everyone. Clearing sidewalks after a storm and following winter parking restrictions helps maintain accessible routes for students, pedestrians, and those traveling through our neighborhoods.

These small steps make a big difference in keeping Sandy safe and moving smoothly throughout the season. Click the link below to read the full article and learn more about how we can work together during winter storms. 

Join us for the January BeReady Sandy Emergency Preparedness Meeting. This month, we will discuss potential topics for the 2026 training calendar and take a guided tour of the new Fire Station 31. This modern facility will now serve as the regular location for monthly meetings.

Date: Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sandy City Fire Station 31

Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) provides practical skills and confidence to prepare for and respond to emergencies in Sandy and beyond. Join a class and learn how you could help protect your families, neighbors, and community during unexpected events.

A few spots remain available for the January 27 6-week session. Register now to strengthen your preparedness, build community resilience, and be ready to make a difference when it matters most.

Sandy City Parks and Recreation offers Big Champs and Little Champs, two short-term youth programs that provide fun, supervised activities for children at the Parks and Recreation Building. These programs help kids stay active, make friends, and learn new skills in a safe environment.

Big Champs is available for children in grades one through five on days when school is not in session. Little Champs offers age-appropriate play and movement activities for preschool-aged children. Registration is currently open, including same-day registration.

Big Champs - Registration
Little Champs - Registration 

The Sandy Amphitheater is busy planning their 2026 season of music and events! Be the first to buy 2026 tickets - join their email list to receive event announcements right to your inbox AND a presale code to access tickets before the public. It’s free to join!