Dining in the Greater Ogden Area

Dining

Don’t be fooled by Ogden’s laid back lifestyle; we take dining seriously. Whether you’re craving steak and potatoes or fresh sushi, expect to experience excellent food, friendly and attentive service and minimal wait time. The national chains with a franchise in the Ogden area meet and exceed their corporate standards. In addition, our exceptional and locally owned establishments are sure to please. In most local joints, you will find loyal diners who come in regularly for the food, the local vibe and the conversation.

HEART OF THE CITY

Craving fresh and light cuisine, served in an eclectic, artistic environment? Head to the heart of the city. The 26 unique and exceptional brews at Roosters, are doubly enhanced by their superb menu offerings. Bistro 258 serves up a killer seafood linguini. The Artisan Grille has great food and a truly fantastic dessert menu. Steak and potato eaters can find an excellent cut of meat at Prairie Schooner.

AROUND TOWN

Hankering for consistently good food from a familiar menu? You’ll find most of your favorite national chains on Riverdale Road. The Gateway Center at the Ogden airport is home to Rickenbackers. In addition to an excellently prepared American menu, you can take in an amazing view of the Wasatch range. Maple Gardens hasn’t changed their menu in 25 years of business. No need, the food is always great. Szechwan chicken has been the #1 menu choice for over a decade.

UP THE CANYON

Leaving town doesn’t leave you without dining options. There are plenty of great places to eat up the canyon. Timbermine Steakhouse at the mouth of the canyon serves up a great slab of beef in a charming mining town setting, Gray Cliff Lodge specializes in fresh trout and homemade cinnamon rolls. At Wolf Creek Resort, the Wolf Creek Grill, offers contemporary classic American cuisine and The Rusty Cactus serves up more casual, Tex-Mex fare. Alpine Pizza offers both standard and specialty pies.

Ogden Utah Press - The Best is yet to come!

Ogden Utah has had a lot of positive things happening.
Here are some of the recent press articles and information that have been published.

Outside Magazine August 2008

National Geographic Adventure September 2008

Rock and Ice Magazine September 2008

Ogden Utah Real Estate seems is still one of the greatest investments in the nation!
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WiFi on Front Runner Commuter Rail

North Ogden and Pleasant View residents who commute to and from work in Utah are finding it easy to get work done during the commute because of emerging and improved wireless connections on the state’s commuter buses and trains. The FrontRunner Commuter Rail that runs between Ogden and Salt Lake City now has fiber optic cables running under the tracks which let users connect to the Internet at speeds of approximately 5 Mbps. The commuter buses in the same area also offer Wi-Fi connections although you have to use a broadband card to connect and speeds aren’t quite so fast. There are additional plans in the works in the area including a broadband system similar to that of the FrontRunner system which is set to be complete in the Utah Valley by 2012. This new service will help those Utah Home owners wanting to live 45 minutes out from SLC to have internet access while on the way to work.

Utah Real Estate Agent Born Blind and Selling Utah Homes

Linda has shown our office that we must look past our limits and explore all that is in reach. We are proud to have Linda in our office and look foward to helping her make the most of her professional real estate practice. Real estate agent Linda Lifsey can be contacted by calling: 801-866-3137. See the full story at www.SellUtah.com
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New companies in Ogden

New companies have shown great confidence in Ogden. Adam’s Aircraft, Descente North America, Goode Skis, Kahuna Creations, JDH group, and others to be announced have brought their national headquarters and facilities to Ogden to take advantage of Ogden’s resources, relative low cost, well educated employees, and unique geographical ability to provide easy access to air, truck, and rail transportation.

Utah No. 2 in U.S. livability rankings

Utah No. 2 in U.S. livability rankings
By Suzanne Struglinski
Deseret Morning News
Published: April 7, 2008
WASHINGTON — Some Utah residents may already think the state is a great place to live or work, but now they have official data to back it up.

Utah finished second in The CQ Press state livability rankings, up two slots from its fourth-place finish last year. It was also declared one of the top 10 states to support businesses.

New Hampshire has claimed the top spot in the livability rankings for five years in a row, while Mississippi has finished at the bottom for nine years. The rankings are in "State Rankings 2008: A Statistical View of America," published by CQ Press.

"This impressive ranking is a reflection of our state's unparalleled quality of life and exemplary economic success," Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. said in a statement. "Utah truly offers 'Life Elevated.'"

CQ Press, a division of Congressional Quarterly, based its rankings on 44 different factors, ranging from education, economic development, public safety, environment and public health to median household income and the crime rate, sunny days and infant mortality rate.

"Utah boasts one of the nation's lowest unemployment rates, while maintaining one of the highest job-growth rates," said Jason Perry, executive director of the Governor's Office of Economic Development. "Our focus on education along with our skillful work force makes Utah a great place for doing business. The affordable cost of living, the beautiful scenic life, and the countless recreational opportunities truly qualify Utah as one of the 'Most Livable States in the Nation.'"

Meanwhile, Utah ranks nine out of 10 in a report issued Wednesday called "Keeping Jobs In America: Pollina Corporate Top 10 Pro-Business States 2008." The annual study evaluates of job creation and retention efforts of the federal government and all 50 state governments.

"For the second year in a row, Utah's political leaders have proven that they truly understand what it takes for a state to provide an environment for business growth and expansion," according to Dr. Brent A. Pollina, vice president of Pollina Corporate and the study's author. "Utah continues to place strongly in the areas of employee quality, good infrastructure, low corporate taxes and high quality of life."

Utah is just above Kansas in the rankings, while North Carolina took first place.

"This report continues the good business news for the state of Utah. To again be recognized in the 'Pollina Corporate Top 10 Pro-Business States' acknowledges the momentum Utah maintains in its job creation and retention efforts," Huntsman said. "While the national economy struggles, Utah companies continue to grow and recruit top-quality professionals with long-term, high paying jobs in Utah."

The Pollina study evaluates and ranks states based on 28 factors, including taxes, human resources, right-to-work legislation, energy costs, infrastructure spending, workers compensation legislation and jobs lost or gained.

Last month, Utah was ranked first in the The Pew Center on States Government Performance Project for 2008. The state got an overall "A minus" for how the government manages information, people, money and infrastructure.

CITY COUNCIL –PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL –PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
JOINT MEETING
APRIL 1, 2008 - 5:30PM
505 EAST 2600 NORTH
NORTH OGDEN CITY, UTAH
Welcome, Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Gary Harrop
Joint Meeting Agenda
1. Public comments.
2. Discussion and/or action on the Concept Plan for Country Boy PRUD.
Presenter: Craig Barker, Community Development Director
3. Discussion on proposed changes to Title 11 Chapter 16, Home Occupation, the
prohibition of conducting business in garages or buildings separate from the home.
Presenter: Craig Barker, Community Development Director
Council Agenda
4. Discussion and/or action to set May 13, 2008 as the date for a Public Hearing to discuss
borrowing funds from the Sanitary Sewer Enterprise Fund to finance the cost of a water
treatment system for the North Shore Aquatic Center.
Presenter: Ed Dickie, City Administrator
5. Public/Council comments.
6. Closed meeting to discuss the sale of property.
7. Discussion and/or action on an offer from Ryan Johnson to purchase property in Cold
Water Cove Subdivision.
Presenter: Annette Spendlove, City Recorder
8. Adjournment.

Kelsey Nixon North Ogden Utah resident could be next big celebrity chef

North Ogden Utah resident could be next big celebrity chef
The 23-year-old has been selected as one of 10 finalists for the fourth season of "The Next Food Network Star," which premieres June 1. The winner of this cool show will get there own on air six- episode cooking program. Kelsey went to Brigham Young University and she works as a culinary instructor.
Congratulations Kelsey!

North Ogden Real Estate Office on Wheels Robert Bolar Coldwell Banker Utah

North Ogden Real Estate Office on Wheels Robert Bolar Coldwell Banker Utah


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Utah Recognized as the Best Managed State in the Nation

Utah Recognized as the Best Managed State in the Nation

Utah Receives Highest Grade in National State Management Report Card

Salt Lake City - The State of Utah has been named the best managed state in the nation, based on the most authoritative and respected review of States, the Pew Center on States' 2008 report. Utah's top spot with the highest grade point average is an improvement over the State's previous No. 2 ranking.

"Utah taxpayers are definitely getting the best bang for their buck," Governor Huntsman said. "We continue to work like never before to cross boundaries in state government to create an infrastructure that is effective and efficient."

Utah received the only solid 'A' in money management, thanks to a cooperative and proactive approach in dealing with state financial issues.

"Utah is a very good example of a state whose strong focus on making sound financial decisions is paying dividends for its citizens," said Susan Urahn, managing director of the Pew Center on the States, of which the Grading Performance Project is a part. "Utah is thinking about the future in all its decisions-from the maintenance of state-owned buildings to its employees' post-retirement health care-all to ensure that the state's critical work for the public gets done."

"This honor isn't based on a single decision, but a culture of fiscal responsibility and prudent innovation, said Senate President John Valentine. "It's the boring work that pays the bills. Utah's officials work quietly but diligently to maintain a standard of excellence and it's nice to see the state get some recognition for those efforts. Top notch fiscal management is a team effort."

"We work well together between the legislative and executive branch and there is a spirit of cooperation," said House Speaker Greg Curtis. "We strive to do what's best for the citizens of the State of Utah."

Utah was also recognized for its performance management. The State's recent balance scorecard initiative and performance website, http://performance.utah.gov, promote continuous improvement and greater transparency in state government.

The Grading the States 2008 Report's findings are developed in partnership with Governing Magazine.

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Hershey Company Announces New Facility in Ogden

The Hershey Company, North America's largest manufacturer of quality chocolate and sugar confectionery products, announced today that it would accept an incentive offered by the State of Utah for a distribution center to be built in Business Depot Ogden.

"We're very pleased to be building Hershey's new distribution center in Ogden," said David J. West, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Hershey Company. "I want to thank the State of Utah and the city of Ogden for their support. Our new distribution center represents a significant investment in Utah and will contribute to Hershey's long-term success by enabling us to meet the needs of our customers."

Hershey's investment in Utah, like that of other nationally recognized companies that are coming to our State, underscores the strength of the Utah economy going forward.

"Our productive workforce, superior location and transportation infrastructure, along with an unparalleled quality of life will continue to keep Utah in the forefront as one of America's best states for business," said Governor Jon Huntsman. "Hershey will be a great addition to the growing and vibrant Ogden community."

With revenues of nearly $5 billion and almost 13,000 employees worldwide, The Hershey Company markets such iconic brands as Hershey's, Reese's, Hershey's Kisses, Kit Kat, Twizzlers and Ice Breakers.

The location of a new western distribution center in Utah is part of a company plan to make their distribution footprint more flexible, cost effective and relevant for their customers. More than 100 new full-time jobs will be created in Ogden, Utah with projected wages well above the Weber County median salary. New state revenue will be about $13 million over 10 years, and the company expects to make a capital investment of about $38 million in the facility.

"A team of partners were involved in helping attract the Hershey Company to the Business Depot Ogden. Among those involved with Ogden City were the Governor's Office of Economic Development, the Economic Development Corporation of Utah, Big D Construction and GSBS Architects. It took everyone to make this happen," said Ogden Mayor Matthew Godfrey.

What A Great Time To Buy!

Forbes.com rates Salt Lake City the #1 best city For Bargain House-Hunters.

February 7th, 2008 - Of the major metros in the U.S., Salt Lake City is adding jobs faster than anywhere. The economic boom in SLC has drawn residents from all over the country, and more than a few home builders trying to make a profit in these otherwise woeful times. Housing supply has gone up quickly, and there hasn't been a high rate of foreclosure.

Property sharks looking to take advantage of local housing slumps are doing their best to time the market, searching for the precise moment when prices bottom out before taking a bite.

They'd be smart to look for markets where job growth is strong, foreclosures are relatively low and inventory is high. With these factors in place, buyers can still dictate terms of sale and negotiate prices, but aren't as exposed to the economic and lending risk problems that have sunk many markets around the country.

Good places to look? Salt Lake City and Raleigh, N.C., where there are plenty of sellers slashing prices, but not because of a lending meltdown.

Timing a market is tricky business, and prices alone may not be the best way to determine a bargain opportunity.

What you need is a buyers' market, where there is healthy job growth and more houses available than people to buy them. This is not due to foreclosures and economic downturn, but to overbuilding that should balance out in time.

These markets "are where you have high inventories but pliable borrowers, with lenders willing to deal," says Anthony Sanders, a professor of finance at Arizona State University.

Behind The Numbers
Our list includes 2006-2007 data on job growth, from the Bureau of Labor statistics; foreclosure data from RealtyTrac, an online database of foreclosures gleaned from multiple listing services, bank-owned properties, bankruptcy records, loan histories, tax liens and lender information; and ZipRealty, an online firm that tracks vacancy rates through multiple listing services.

In addition to Houston, Salt Lake City and Raleigh, what we found were soft markets such as Orlando, Fla., Charlotte, N.C., and Jacksonville, Fla., where the damage from risky lending isn't as drastic as other parts of the country, and where employment growth suggests inventory can burn off at a healthy rate.

Job growth matters, as it's a sign that people are moving to a city and that they're building the roots and wealth to buy a home. On this measure, we used data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics from 2006 to 2007 to calculate which markets are adding people to payrolls. The timing of the data also weeds out any places that saw their job growth explode in past years due heavily to housing or jobs that are now gone, and we excluded any city losing jobs from our list. Excess housing inventory and job loss don't pair well.

But fast job growth coupled with a high foreclosure rate points to a more volatile market, one where economic activity might be slowing, or where prices were untenable from the very beginning.

Kermit Baker, an economist at the Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies, says that the equity problems that lead to foreclosures are more often than not "the result of economic conditions in the market as a whole," or "an overheated market."

Neither condition makes for a bargain because there's too much risk involved.

Sellers in subprime troubled markets, for example, might be anxious to sell to save whatever equity they have. Of course, this is more or less like being handed a grenade. If you bought a house in Stockton, right now, where there's one foreclosure for every 31 households, according to RealtyTrac, it's likely that prices will continue to plummet.

You won't be getting a bargain, you'll be buying cheap.

Instead, a bargain buy in an overbuilt market exposes you to less risk and comes with the satisfaction of not profiting at someone else's foreclosure misery.

-Source Forbes.com

Salt Lake rated best place in nation to find a job

Salt Lake rated best place in nation to find a job
January 14th, 2008 @ 8:35am
Tom Callan reporting

Salt Lake City is best in the nation when it comes to job opportunities. That's the latest conclusion in Forbes magazine.

Do we need to change the Utah license plate from "Greatest Snow on Earth" to "Salt Lake City: Best Place to Find a Job?"

The Forbes survey actually ranks Texas as the best state to work. Salt Lake City is buoyed to the top of the list by a profusion of high tech.

Buffalo, NY, gets top honors for lowest cost of living. San Jose, Calif., capital of Silicon Valley, has the highest cost of living.