Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule
July 2, 2018 - July 6, 2018
**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, July 2
No Public Events
Tuesday, July 3
No Public Events
Wednesday, July 4
9:00 a.m. Freedom Festival Parade
Location: Provo
Thursday, July 5
No Public Events
Friday, July 6
No Public Events
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
July 2, 2018 - July 6, 2018
**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, July 2
1:30 p.m. Meet with Pamela Atkinson
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Meet with Utah Legislative Auditor Representatives
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
2:30 p.m. Speak at Governor’s Office of Economic Development Compliance Retreat
Location: State Capitol
3:00 p.m. Elections Review with Staff
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
3:30 p.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
Tuesday, July 3
10:00 a.m. Meet with Clint Betts
Location: Lehi
12:00 p.m. Host Jazz Radio
Location: Salt Lake City
Wednesday, July 4
9:00 a.m. Freedom Festival Parade
Location: Provo
Thursday, July 5
No Public Events
Friday, July 6
No Public Events
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Secretary Perdue’s Back to Our Roots tour to hit Washington, Idaho, Oregon & Alaska MONDAY through THURSDAY
(Washington, D.C., July 2, 2018) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue will embark on his fifth Back to Our Roots tour beginning today, Monday, July 2nd through Thursday, July 5th across the U.S. Pacific Northwest. The tour will include stops in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Alaska, where Secretary Perdue will meet with local farmers, producers and foresters, as well as business and community leaders. During various stops of the tour, Secretary Perdue will be joined by Governors Butch Otter and Kate Brown; Senator Lisa Murkowski; and Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Dan Newhouse, Greg Walden, and Jamie Herrera Beutler.
TODAY, Monday, July 2nd
WASHINGTON AND IDAHO
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Attend Breakfast with Agriculture and Forestry Leaders
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. McMorris Rodgers meet with ag and forestry leaders. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: TODAY, Monday, July 2nd at 7:45 a.m. PDT
WHERE: The Spokane Club, 1002 West Riverside Avenue Spokane, Washington 99201
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Participate in a Luncheon Conversation with Southern Washington Producers at the McGregor Company
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. McMorris Rodgers participate in a luncheon conversation with Southern Washington producers. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: TODAY, Monday, July 2nd at 11:00 a.m. PDT
WHERE: The McGregor Company, 401 Airport Road, Colfax, WA 99111
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Tour Washington State University
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. McMorris Rodgers will tour Washington State University College of Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resources Sciences. The tour will include the Plant Growth Facility, the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine and Ferdinand’s Creamery. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TODAY, Monday, July 2nd at 12:30 p.m. PDT
WHERE: Plant Growth Facility, 122 Wilson Boulevard, Pullman, WA 99163
Secretary Perdue and Governor Otter Visit the University of Idaho
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Governor Otter will meet university leadership at the Integrated Research and Innovation Center (IRIC) before joining a presentation on the Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment (CAFÉ). They will then tour the Wildfire Combustion Lab. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TODAY, Monday, July 2nd at 2:15 p.m. PDT
WHERE: Integrated Research and Innovation Center at the University of Idaho, 685 South Line Street, Moscow, ID 83844
TUESDAY, July 3rd
WASHINGTON AND OREGON
Secretary Perdue and Representative Newhouse Attend Farm Bureau Breakfast Town Hall
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. Newhouse will participate in a Farm Bureau Breakfast town hall. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TUESDAY, July 3rd at 8:00 a.m. PDT
WHERE: Tagaris Winery and Taverna, 844 Tulip Lane, Richland, WA 99352
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Newhouse Tour Bale Breaker Brewing Company
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. Newhouse visit Bale Breaker Brewing Company where they will participate in a hops field tour and a working lunch. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TUESDAY, July 3rd at 11:15 a.m. PDT
WHERE: Tagaris Winery and Taverna, 844 Tulip Lane, Richland, WA 99352
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Greg Walden Tour Martin Farms
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. Walden will participate in a tour of Martin Farms. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TUESDAY, July 3rd at 2:30 p.m. PDT
WHERE: Martin Farms, 73154 Greenberry Road, Rufus, OR 97050
Secretary Perdue and Rep. Herrera Beutler Tour WKO Sawmill
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Rep. Herrera Beutler will tour the WKO Sawmill. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability
WHEN: TUESDAY, July 3rd at 4:45 p.m. PDT
WHERE: WKO Inc., 2022 Wind River Highway, Carson, WA 98610
Secretary Perdue, Gov. Brown, and Rep. Walden Participate in Fire Recovery Roundtable
WHAT: Secretary Perdue, Gov. Brown, and Rep. Walden will participate the Fire Recovery Roundtable at Eagle Creek Trailhead. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: TUESDAY, July 3rd 6:15 p.m. PDT
WHERE: Eagle Creek Trailhead, Cascade Locks, OR
WEDNESDAY, July 4th
Secretary Perdue Holds Roundtable Discussion at the Port of Vancouver
WHAT: Secretary Perdue will visit the Port of Vancouver for a roundtable discussion. Following the tour, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, July 4th at 9:30 a.m. PDT
WHERE: Port of Vancouver, 3103 NW Lower River Rd, Vancouver, WA 98660
Secretary Perdue Attends St. Paul Rodeo
WHAT: Secretary Perdue will attend the St. Paul Rodeo. During his visit, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, July 4th at 1:30 p.m. PDT
WHERE: St. Paul Rodeo Arena, 9612, 20025 4th St NE, St Paul, OR 97137
THURSDAY, July 5th
ALASKA
Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski Participate in Prince of Wales Landscape Assessment Team Roundtable Luncheon
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski participate in the Prince of Wales Landscape Assessment Team Roundtable Luncheon. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 5th at 12:00 p.m. ADT
WHERE: Prince of Wales Vocational and Trade School, 6565 Boundary Road, Klawock, AK 99925
Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski Visit Viking Lumber Company
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski participate in a riding and walking tour of Viking Lumber Company. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 5th at 1:40 p.m. ADT
WHERE: Viking Lumber Company, Craig Klawock Highway, Craig, AK 99921
Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski Visit Old Growth Stand
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski will meet with USFS Silviculturist Sheila Spores. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 5th at 3:15 p.m. ADT
WHERE: Control Lake, Via Cutthroat or Steelhead Road
Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski Visit Young Growth Stand
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski will visit Young Growth Stand with USFS Silviculturist Sheila Spores. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 5th at 4:40 p.m. ADT
WHERE: 3012 Road Rio Beaver Area, Thorne Bay, AK
Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski Visit Goose Creek Mills
WHAT: Secretary Perdue and Sen. Murkowski will visit Goose Creek Mills to meet with small, family-owned mills. Following the event, the Secretary will hold a media availability.
WHEN: Thursday, July 5th at 5:35 p.m. ADT
WHERE: Goose Creek Mills, Near South Thorne Bay Road and Salt Chuck Mine Road, Thorne Bay, AK
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MEDIA ALERT
Humane Society of Utah and Petco Foundation Team Up to
Recruit Lifesaving Foster Families at Petco
WHAT: This Saturday, the Humane Society of Utah (HSU) and the Petco Foundation are inviting the public to learn more about the lifesaving impact of fostering animals during the Be A Foster event.
HSU volunteers and staff will be on-site at the Draper Petco to:
WHEN: Saturday, June 30, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHO: Humane Society of Utah foster volunteers and staff will be available for photos and interviews.
WHERE: Petco Animal Supplies
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1165 Wilmington Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
WHY: The summer months are a busy time for animal welfare organizations. There is often an increase in animal intake and demand for services. Many of these animals are simply in need of a place to stay while they await a new home. Providing them care in a temporary foster home can help save their lives.
“We couldn’t save as many lives as we do without foster volunteers,” said Deann Shepherd, HSU representative. “Foster volunteers help us with provide a safe home where ill or injured animals can recover, baby animals can receive the extra care they need to grow, and shy pets who get overwhelmed in a shelter can stay until they find a home of their own.”
“Fostering can be a fun, educational activity for families and individuals,” said Petco Foundation president Susanne Kogut. “It can teach children responsibility, while providing the lifesaving care animals need.”
Media Contact: Deann Shepherd: cell 801-747-9136, deann@utahhumane.org
Since 1999, the Petco Foundation, has invested more than $200 million in lifesaving animal welfare organizations in communities across the country.
For more information about the Humane Society of Utah or the Petco Foundation, visit www.UtahHumane.org or www.petcofoundation.org. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or by using the hashtag #BeALifesaver.
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About the Humane Society of Utah
The Humane Society of Utah is dedicated to the elimination of pain, fear and suffering in all animals. Since 1960, the HSU has been sheltering homeless animals, fighting cruelty and neglect, and creating an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion for all animals across the state of Utah. HSU is the largest open-admission private animal shelter in the state, and welcomes any companion animal that can legally be admitted. As a member of the No-Kill Utah (NKUT) Coalition, the HSU works hard to ensure that every healthy and treatable pet that enters the facility will be placed into a loving home. The Humane Society of Utah is a local, private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that does not receive any state tax dollars or government funding. HSU is funded by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses and foundations. Read more about the HSU online at www.utahhumane.org.
About the Petco Foundation
At the Petco Foundation, we believe that every animal deserves to live its best life. Since 1999, we’ve invested more than $200 million in lifesaving animal welfare work to make that happen. With our more than 4,000 animal welfare partners, we inspire and empower communities to make a difference by investing in adoption and medical care programs, spay and neuter services, pet cancer research, service and therapy animals, and numerous other lifesaving initiatives. Through our Think Adoption First program, we partner with Petco stores and animal welfare organizations across the country to increase pet adoptions. So far, we’ve helped more than 5.5 million pets find their new loving families, and we’re just getting started. Visit petcofoundation.org to learn more about how you can get involved.
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Better Business Bureau Merger Salt Lake City, Utah, July 3 - Better Business Bureau of Utah, Inc. (BBB Utah) is joining with The Better Business Bureau of Northern Nevada, Inc. (BBB Northern Nevada) to become Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Nevada and Utah, Inc., effective June 30, 2018. The boards of both organizations met and approved the consolidation earlier this year. Jane Driggs, who formerly oversaw BBB Utah, continues as president and CEO of the combined operation. Timothy Johnston will lead the outreach and communications efforts from the Northern Nevada office. “BBB will now have the resources to be out in the community, helping businesses and consumers each and every day in the enlarged service area,” said Johnston. Outreach activities include providing numerous opportunities for businesses throughout the larger service area to learn more about self-regulation and how to protect their business and educate their employees on numerous subjects, including advertising concerns, cybersecurity threats, financial scams and other issues facing today’s marketplace. Outreach services will also be increased to allow BBB to provide speakers to business and consumer groups. The Utah office, headed by Driggs, will continue to manage current services, including dispute resolution, BBB Scam Tracker, advertising and charity review, investigations, and BBB AUTO LINE®. BBB Utah has always had a strong local presence and has won awards FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU® MERGER through the Council of BBBs (the BBB’s umbrella organization) for operations work. “With this consolidation, BBB will be able to provide more services to the public (consumers and businesses) than before. The continued increase in scams and fraud makes BBB even more important today than when established more than 100 years ago!” said Driggs. The new organization, Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Nevada and Utah, Inc., will have its headquarters in Salt Lake City and an office in the Reno area. # # # For more than 100 years, the Better Business Bureau has been helping people find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust. In 2017, people turned to BBB more than 160 million times for BBB Business Profiles on more than 5.2 million businesses and Charity Reports on 11,000 charities, all available for free at bbb.org. There are local, independent BBBs across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
