Less than two weeks removed from a mass shooting at the annual WestFest in West Valley City that left three people dead, the 29th installation of Taylorsville Dayzz looks a bit different this year.
That includes a much larger police presence, bringing in officers from surrounding communities. They patrolled the grounds on foot, by bicycle, on ATVs with riot shields equipped on the back – some were even posted atop buildings to see the crowds from above. There is also added lighting throughout Valley Regional Park and changes to hours for adult rides.
It’s all part of an effort by city and festival leaders to control crowds and ensure these days—and nights—are ones to remember for all the right reasons…