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Veteran's Services

Honoring Service. Remembering Sacrifice.

Farr West City honors the men and women who have served our country and the families who stand beside them. Through our Veteran’s Plaza, memorial bricks, Hometown Hero banners and community flag ceremonies, we keep their stories and service part of our community for generations to come.

Free Recreation Center Access for Veterans & Military Personnel

Farr West City residents who are veterans or currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces receive free Recreation Center access. This benefit recognizes the service and sacrifice of our local veterans and military members and supports opportunities to stay active and connected to the community.

For information about getting started, contact Farr West City at 801-731-4187.

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Veteran’s Plaza at Smith Family Park

The Veteran’s Plaza is a place to pause, reflect and honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Located at Smith Family Park, 2441 W 4000 N, Farr West, the plaza brings our community together in gratitude and remembrance, including for Veterans Day and Memorial Day flag ceremonies.

Memorial bricks help preserve the names and service of veterans, creating a lasting connection between the people we honor and the families, friends and neighbors who visit.

Hometown Hero Banner Program

Put a face to the service and sacrifice of a hometown hero. Farr West City’s personalized banners feature a veteran’s photo, name, rank and branch of service and are displayed twice each year.

  • Cost: $150 per banner.
  • Program opens: Veterans Day, November 11, 2026.
  • How to apply: Complete one online application per veteran, describe their connection to Farr West and upload a clear, high-resolution portrait, preferably in uniform.
  • Before submitting: Check the name, rank and branch of service exactly as you would like them printed.

Outdoor banners may fade or be damaged by weather, vandalism or normal wear. Any replacement cost is the responsibility of the applicant or sponsor. Full acknowledgment and photo permission details are included in the application.

Honor a Hometown Hero

Submit a veteran’s information and photo for the Hometown Hero Banner Program. $150 per banner.

Banner Application

Veteran Memorial Bricks

Honor a veteran with a memorial brick displayed at the Veteran’s Plaza at Smith Family Park. Each brick helps tell the story of those who have served and gives loved ones a place to remember and recognize their service.

Complete the online Veteran Memorial Brick Information form with the veteran’s name, branch of service and rank, conflict or service area, and any additional information requested. Enter all details exactly as you would like them to appear on the brick and check spelling carefully.

For questions about brick costs, eligibility or installation timing, contact Farr West City at 801-731-4187.

Honor a Veteran with a Memorial Brick

Provide the information for a veteran memorial brick at Smith Family Park’s Veteran’s Plaza.

Memorial Brick Form

Community Flag Ceremonies

Join neighbors, veterans, military families and community partners as Farr West comes together to honor service, remember sacrifice and reflect on our nation’s history. Everyone is welcome.

Veterans Day · November 11

Recognize and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The 2026 ceremony will be held Wednesday, November 11, at 11:00 AM at the Veteran’s Plaza at Smith Family Park.

Memorial Day · Last Monday in May

Honor and remember the men and women who died while serving our country. This is held at the Veteran’s Plaza at Smith Family Park.

September 11 · Patriot Day

Remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage and sacrifice of first responders. This is held at Mountain View Park with the Weber Fire District and Weber County Sheriff’s Office.

July 4 · Independence Day

Celebrate our nation and the freedoms protected by those who serve. Independence Day flag ceremony is held at Farr West City Hall as part of the Freedom Festival.

Planning to attend? Check the city’s Event page for confirmed ceremony times, locations and updates.

Questions or Help Applying?

Contact Ange Horn at 801-731-4187 for assistance with the Hometown Hero Banner Program or questions about honoring a veteran. For help submitting a banner photo, email info@farrwestcity.gov.

Please submit banner and brick information through the online forms linked above.