Heber Leadership Academy Alumni
2021-2022 Class 1: Tabernacle Building Water Feature
Class 1 created the Compass Plaza Splash Pad located outside the historic Tabernacle building, which now serves as Heber City Hall. The class selected this public space to enhance the downtown area, encourage walkability, and provide a family friendly gathering spot. The splash pad features a large engraved compass and the design was adjusted so that it complements the red sandstone architecture of the Tabernacle.
Robin Raines-Bond, Beka Grulich, Ben Lasseter, Meriann Boxall, Nicole Ferguson, Jacob Anderson, Zachery Maxwell, Missy Luke, Brantley Eason, Cassidy DuHadway, Travis Biggs, Joshua Jewkes, Dallin Koecher, Paul Askins, Lauren Hansen, Wes Bingham, Jamie Baron, Marty Harger, Paige Pribble, Tammy Mair, Thomas McKay, Luke Searle.
2022-2023 Class 2: Water Feature Landscaping
Class 2 designed and installed all landscaping that surrounds the Compass Plaza Splash Pad. The plaza was developed as a vibrant hangout space. It includes stone boarders, native plants, hanging flowerpots, and seating benches that create a welcoming and relaxing environment.
Danny Hill, Jody Summers, Christian Payan, Kayden Giles, Blake Walton, Anne Kennedy, Kelli Gomez, Heath Bronson, Aaron Cheatwood, Chris Pincher, John Moore, Randy Christ, Alfonso Flores, Chris Pederson, Joseph Packard, Michelle Stevens, Heather Siefert, Ryan Fritzsche, Katie Villani, Joshua Wright, Jeremy Smith, Steve Simpson, Jessica Turner, Karen Sorenson, Gordon Miner, Desiree Muheim.
2023-2024 Class 3: Flip the Strip Initiative and Welcome to Heber Webpage
Class 3 completed two projects.
- Welcome to Heber Webpage: This page supports new residents by helping them explore the community. It includes a downloadable guide, information on local businesses, and an overview of area attractions and activities the page is available at https://www.gohebervalley.com/New-Heber-Valley-Resident/
- Flip the Strip Initiative: This project encourages water conservation by demonstrating how to replace grass in park strips with drought tolerant landscaping. The showcase location was the park strip in front of the Heber City Police Department.
Wendy Anderson, Jessica Broadhead, Richie Carlson, Kody Giles, Misty Givens, Eric Hales, Zachary Hendricksen, Kaden Obrey, Dallin Quinn, Blaine Rigby, Jacob Roberts, Branden Russell, Rebekah Schuler, Lynsee Sulser, Adam Thompson, Ryan Walton, Joshua Weishar, Caradie Williams, Rene Wood.
2024-2025 Class 4: Heber City Historic Walk
The Class of 2025 created the Heber City Historic Walk Tour, a self-guided walking tour featuring thirty-five historic plaque signs placed at properties between 1860 and 1920. Each plaque includes historical information, short stories, or anecdotes about early pioneers who lived or worked at the site. This project helps residents and visitors connect with Heber’s history while exploring key locations throughout the community.
Amanda Sorensen, Brandon Puett, Candace Bufton, Debbie Whiting, Desirae Broadhead, Edison Christofferson, Emma Zevallos, Emily Jasperson, Heath Harvey, Jeremy Ostmann, John Resch, Kristin Anderson, Kristin Bunnell, Kyle Turnbow, Matthew Kennard, Mesheele Kijanen, Micaela Carriel, Rachel Kahler, Sandi Brower, Shiona Howard, Trina Cooke, Yarasen Garcia, Zachary Hendricksen.
2025-2026 Class 5: Heber Valley America250 Geocache Tour
Class 5 created an engaging geocaching experience that encourages families and visitors to explore notable historic and cultural sites across the Heber Valley. Working in partnership with Heber City and the Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce, the class designed a series of geocache locations, each featuring an ammo box cache, a rubbing plate, and a unique point of interest. Participants use a printed passport to collect rubbings at each site and can return completed passports to the Chamber for a commemorative wooden coin. A total of 1,776 passports and coins were crafted in honor of America250.
Passports can be picked up from the Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce, located at 475 N Main Street, Heber City, Utah 84032. Full instructions and location details are available at http://www.gohebervalley.com/geocaching
Brayden Powers, Chandra Gremler, Cheryl Hansen, Corey Noyes, Elizabeth Charles, Eve Christensen, Evelia Hash, Jacob Romney, Jan Wilson, Justin Motley, Kate Mapp, Kathy Carr, Lori Rutland, Marissa Stanger, Missy Maughan, Rick Keel, Rilley Fairbourn, RL Duke, Ross Hansen, Stephen LaFay, Thomas Coleman, Troy Morgan
