I was out walking my dog this morning, the day after Fizz Fest, and could not believe the vandalism I saw. There are 6” to 8” vertical pipes in the ground over by the dam and spillway with drop on metal covers. The covers have been stolen. Several of the trail lights along the route I took had the glass broken out of them. There is a sprinkler control box on the island with the cover missing and the wiring has been pulled out. Bolts have been removed from the spiral bridge leaving boards flapping in the wind. There is also paintball debris covering the path.

As popular as Oquirrh Lake and other Daybreak amenities have become with those outside of Daybreak, it is clear that the Salt Lake valley does not have enough open space. But when I see all the vandalism and unwillingness of people to follow the rules, I understand why these amenities are scarce. The fees paid by the residents repair, maintain, and pay for security of the amenities regardless of who the vandals are or where they live. Is it time to post "NO TRESPASSING" signs around the amenities and restrict their use to Daybreak residents and their invited guests? Should it all be turned over to the city so that the cost of maintenance can be spread out? Or is this fine, the cost we pay is the price of living close to these amenities? I’d like your opinions.