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Show A2 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1999 IAROUND1DAVIS CLIPPER TODAY 'Mr. United Way' celebrates 25 years at helm in county TOM BUSSELBERG BY Clipper Today News Editor LAYTON United Way of Davis Countv is celebrating its 25th anniversary'. Larry Burdett is synonymous w ith that effort, because he has led the local organization since its inception. In fact, had it not been for a Bountiful Handcart Days Parade, where Burdett shouted greetings as a to bvstander then-Count- y Stan Smoot, who was riding in the parade, things could have been vastly different. Although he grew up in Bountiful, son of the late Glen and June Burdett, Lam and his bride Sandy had moved to the San Francisco Bay area, where he was working as a Boy Scout execuCommissioner tive. As luck would have it, Smoot was among those trying to establish a Davis United Way. and the rest is, as they say. history. "It has been a rewarding experience." he says with conviction. When I look at that first year, and we raised $34,000. and this past year it was just under $1 million (and just over the million mark the prior year), collectively w'e've raised $13 million. But he is quick to add that were g more than just a charity He ticked off some of the many efforts first pioneered here by United Way: fund-raisin- the Helpline Information and Referral, started in 1976; the Volunteer Center, begun four years ago; completion of three countywide needs assessment surveys; origination of some new agencies such as the Family Connection Center and The Shelter, which assists children and adults in abusive situations, among other facets. TeenLine, a dental health program. Healthy Steps are other programs which United Way fostered through seed money andor other ways. The school district received funds from United Way for the Sex Respect program's materials for the first year. Davis County United Way has also pioneered the VIP Program for high school students, which grants a letter, just as in athletics, for outstanding volunteer efforts by participating students. Its gratifying to see things happen to deter problems in teen pregnancy, (including) The Shelter. When we see that success, and the volunteer impact to make a difference, Burdett says those are among reasons that he has never gotten bored. This is very rew'arding, and theres plenty to do. When you look at the growth, the need, and the lack of services in Davis County, weve had to do something to raise more money, have appealed for greater support of gifts-in-kin- d, Burdett emphasized. For example, many agencies which receive funding support through United Way allocations have received used office furniture and equipment, including computers, through such help. Its a way to recycle and to help offices and programs. I think the volunteerism aspect has been very rewarding to see busy people take on responsibility and be involved from all aspects) he said, crediting his Scout experience as being very' helpful as he moved into United Way. His background growing up was one of community involvement My father was involved with the old non-prof- it Bountiful Youth Center, with the philosophy of giving back emphasized. Over Burdetts 25 years, many changes have come to the county. When we started, there was only one hospital, not too many major corporations. There was not much available in that has certainly state services district with a office, growth expanded in city and programs. And, the old, invisible wall or Nlason-Dixo- n line at Farmington that divides north and south has deteriorated, although it isnt completely gone, he said. One thing that has impressed me in recent years is the willingness of agencies to collaborate, to discuss, to help solve problems. Id say there is more of that here than in most areas, Burdett said. Over the years, United Way's offices have been housed in Farmington, Bountiful, and now on the second floor of the First National Bank Building in downtown Layton, for the past four-plu- s years. n The staff has grown to a a Cornerstone thanks but to six, program, corporations are underwriting 100 percent of staff costs, freeing up all contributions to underwrite services. But Burdetts not resting on any laurels. Its imperative that we raise more money, reduce waiting lists, serve more people) Part of that effort comes through trying to alert local residents that they can donate to Davis County agencies of their choice even if they work outside of the county We want to increase the capacity to care for one another, not use a Band-Ai- d approach, but help allow be to productive citizens and people non-prof- it What Will It Take still-lea- To Get Your Business? 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In the wake of the canal break which flooded an area of Riverdale, Syracuse could see an additional $30,000 in water expenditures this year. City Manager J. Michael Moyes added that other expenses beyond power and water are also rising. Labor costs, maintenance and usage costs have gone up in the last six years even though rates have not)' he said. Rates are expected to increase by 34-inc- one-inc- Kaysville wants research on recreation center KAYSVILLE - per year for each household. This would increase revenue to the city by approximately $85,000. City Council member Gary D. Mecham expects that much of that revenue is going to be used in just purchasing $31.50 Kaysville City is currently seeking volunteers to research the feasibility of a Recreation Center. If you are interested in this project, please contact Mike Gray at 544-178- m EJ water) Moyes also suggested looking at scenarios to give those on fixed incomes a break. Those of us who arent would probably pay a little bit more to give those people a break) The city council also debated whether to turn the current secondary watering policy into an ordinance. It restricts use of secondary water usage between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Over the last three weeks that it has been in effect, water usage has put less of a strain on the city's pumps and water storage ponds. I don't view this as a restriction as much as a water conservancy issue) Mayor Robert LThurgoodsaid. Councilwoman Dana Love dissented with the council as to the need for I dont think we an ordinance. should place any more restrictions by law on people) she said. She added more 24-ho- ur Bank Rates Telephone Account Access Free Checking And much more workers. Water rate hike expected for Syracuse BY JENNIFER A. NIELSEN Clipper Today Correspondent Locally Owned and Operated Since 1905 5 Star Rating for Safety and Soundness (Highest Rating in the U.S.A.) 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