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Show DAVIS REFLEX JOURNAL, DECEMBER 26. 1984 Career Ladders Not Perfect, However... By TOM BUSSELBERG Editor Reflex-Journ- (Editors Note: This is a third in a series about the teacher career ladder and the feelings regarding it held by two groups, one secondary and the other primarily elementary teachers.) - The FARMINGTON general consensus among a half dozen elementary school teachers, and a junior high and itinerant special education teacher was: the career ladder program isnt perfect, but lets give it a chance. FURTHER accentuating the positive, several in the group said that while they didnt like the extra work for extra pay dominance appearing in the program, there were projects completed that had been left undone until the funds were available. And its meant some teachers could quit another part-tim- e job and spend more time working in areas of expertise. SUCH COMMENTS were in marked contrast to the generally negative feedback provided last week by some secondary teachers whod asked to discuss the issue, coming mostly from Davis High School. The elementary teachers came from schools in Bountiful, Farm- ington, Centerville, Kaysville, and Layton, while the itinerant teacher and junior high instructor both come from north county, as well. CORRECTING an impression gained by this reporter that often e would receive only career ladder funding per elementary school, John Murphy, from Farmington Elementary, said were participating in his two-thre- six-eig- ht school and the others put forth similar numbers. Stressing he wasnt really against the program, he said "the way its been implemented is really not a career ladder, but extra pay for extra work. Were not being paid to be better teachers, just if we want to do extra work." progm. BEFORE, if a teacher wanted to try something, it had to be done without any extra compensation. This enables people to try something or be paid for something they probably wouldnt have been otherwise, such as development of computer programs for teachers and students along with teacher computer training in at least one school to video programs. Ann Keller, at Kaysvilles Morgan Elementary, said in her at least, teachers had really felt good about the joint staff evaluation committee of teachers and the principal at each school, and called it an upbeat North County Editor -- : IT WOULD give a giant boost to the $450,000 already in the pot from this past years community development block grant funds, whereby half were funnelled into the new First of its kind in the state, program. The decision came after lengthy discussion by the mayoral group last week, and followed recommendations from a task force calling for several changed to what has become a controver- sial program. Some cities have expressed displeasure at the way funds were allocated and some problems have arisen in balloting procedures, whereby mayors would score a citys application after hearing a five minute verbal presentation and receiving some written background. : ; : : : : : f : AMONG options presented to mayors was a change that would cities a chance at funding each year: $ 150,000 for allow three-fou- r cities over 10,000 and $100,000 for those with fewer people. In addition, cities would rotate, giving all a chance before any entity could receive money a second time. Several mayors argued strongly in favor of building up economic development, from Rex Bouchard, of tiny South Weber, to Dean Stahle, of Bountiful, both calling it a way to build for the future with $1 million worth a lot more than $100,000 in the ability to assist economic development. THE MAYORAL group took over direct responsibility for economic development several months ago and currently two firms have expressed interest, and are in the final stof obtaining assistance, under the revolving loan program set up earlier this THERE WAS some griping over the requirement of six years experience plus 30 hours postgraduate study for eligibility, as with last weeks group, but as sev- receive financial assistance in assisting their new peers, in a teacher mentor setup. I think thats excellent, she added, noting older teachers already had been assisting their newer counterparts. BUT MRS. Everett indicated a problem seen by many instructors, both on the secondary and elementary level: "Some really excellentteachers are not getting funds be- year. Under that program, they receive some seed money on a k basis at low interest and then secure other funds loan through regular channels. The mayors agreed $100,000 would be set aside for the Davis County Housing Authority. That agency has received funds in the past for housing renovation and assistance. That group, however, may be the only getting part of the funds in the coming year, however. non-busine- ss SEVERAL mayors pointed to the uncertainty of continued federal Housing and Urban Development funding, while also noting the benefits to receiving funds back by loan payback under a revolving loan setup that could then be used as the countys commissioners would see fit. mayors-count- y As it stands now, strict guidelines, that often change, must be followed and several mayors complained of the extensive red tape that one said made it almost a question as to whether it was worth collecting the funds. THE REVOLVING loan is aimed at helping create more jobs as firms gain funds that they can then use as backing when going to financial institutions for the remainder. Because of that factor, HUD should have no problems accepting the change, Planning Director Rick Mayfield said. Clearfield City Manager Donald Wally Baird, who previously had proposed a funding based on population, said several cities could use the funds now for various development proe areas as having been promised jects, citing some funds several years ago and.till waiting. job-creati- lower-incom- THE MAYORS agreed to a trial period under the total economic development package, with the possibility cities could seek funding in an emergency. The way would be cleared in later years for resumption of some sort of project support, they added. The county commission will still sponsor two public hearings as required, to receive any projects but the cities will probably cancel theirs since they would be sponsoring no projects. one-ye- ar -- THE DONATED equipment is the top of the line system used in many large manufacturing facilities with capabilities for: Direct computer connection. Energy management. Security, Robotics control. Inventory, Equipment operation and monitoring, and many other uses. A special expression of thanks was given by Leon Pulley, the electrical instructor, and the administration of the Davis Area y Vocational Center to Corp for their continued interest in vocational education. Mr. Pulley also mentioned that there would be no motor control program at the DAVC without the special interest shown. Eaton-Kenwa- eral of the elementary teachers said, some kind of guidelines were needed since sufficient funds werent provided for all. And rather scrap the program entirely, funds provided by the Legislature should be utilized as much as possible. We didnt have one conflict" within faculty members, said Bob Bowman,, of Laytons Central We Davis Junior High School. realize there are some shortcom- - ts ter works completed. AND AS Mr. Bowman indicated, in a pilot program" where will have to be corrected. pitfalls were The elementary teachers also expressed support for the extra pay provided when utilizing a student teacher because of the extra effort involved there. Giving A Pet For Christmas: Are You Ready? Only about half of those adorable Christmas puppies and kittens adopted during the holiday season will still be in the same home come Valentines Day. MANY. PETS are returned the next day-- a present that didnt work says Kathi Prevost, Salt out, Lake County Animal Services Information Coordinator, Except these cant be put back on the have to be destroyed. Again this year, Animal Services will hold all adopted pets during the shelf-th- ey Christmas season until after Christmas. Instead of a real pet under the tree, children will receive a stuffed toy and a gift certificate. The real present can be picked up on the 26th of December, when the excitement, stress and danger of the holidays is over. WE WANT the new family to be ready for the pet-w- ith food, shelter, toys, training books. We had many grateful mothers last year, who really didnt need to deal with a puppy or kitten right at Christmas day. This gives them a way to satisfy their children and bring the new pet home at a more convenient time, says Mrs. Prevost. Many pets are neglected, abused and even starved by families who forget them in the rush of the holidays. Animal Services cautions anyone wishing to adopt a new pet to consider the pet's welfare. "The bottom line is that pets are not toys, they are living breathing creatures that deserve consideration. They dont just exist for our pleasure; to be thrown away when they become inconvenient, says Mrs. Prevost. ALTHOUGH Animal Services expected their adoption rate to December, it increased dramatically because of the Toy There, were no pet give-awa- y. pets returned from adoption after Christmas at the Animal Services shelter. The Shelter will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for PetMatch Adoptions until December 24th. All pets adopted after December 21st will bs held until December 26th. The Shelter is located at 5 W. 3900 S . , in Salt Lake City. 1 1 - Final tallies are in, the last dime has been counted and once again Hill AFB has contributed a fair share to helping those less fortunate through donations to various health agencies. Total of the 1985 Combined Federal Campaign contributions was $408,047.94 and reached 121 percent over the established goal. The 1984 campaign total was $407,804.49 THE AVERAGE donation this year was $44.98 through payroll deduction, and $11.52 in cash contributions for $32.52 overall. Over 20,000 personnel were contacted by organization key workers during the campaign and over 12,000 participated for a total of 62.4 percent. HILL AFB A BASIC Programmable controller night class will be offered beginning Jan. 7, each Monday and Wednesday from p.m. at the Center in Kaysville. The course will be six weeks in length and will be followed up by an advanced class. Cost for the class will be $58 with manuals supplied free of charge by local equipment suppliers. Both equipment hands on experience and theory will be offered with the following curriculum: 1. Magnetic Starters, 2. Electric Motor Control Circuits, 3. Wiring and Ladder Diagrams, 4. Basic Programmable Controller Theory, 5. Basic Programmable Controller Operations and Application. 7-- REGISTRATION will be Jan. 7 at the Davis Area Vocational Center, 550 E. 300 S., Kaysville. If you have any further questions about the class, please call 1 the DAVC at during school hours or Leon Pulley after hours at , 546-244- 544-316- wart added: ings--thawhy theres an evaluation process. As it stands now, its mostly additional money for additional work. RICHARD Condie, an itinerant teacher who works as a speech pathologist, reiterated the original intention behind career ladders of "recognizing better teaching but said in his case, funds hadnt yet been received or the program implemented with his staff. But as Mrs. Everett said, some projects are funded at an g level while others see payment af- HAFB Workers Give Davis Voed Gains Modem Equipment KAYSVILLE - The Davis Area Vocational Center recently received a sizeable donation of new Computer Electric Motor Control Equipment to further help in the development of a state of the Art Motor and Robotics Control Program. Ste- and added that pay-bac- FARMINGTON - Voting in hopes of a brighter economic future, the Davis County Council of Governments has approved funneling about $850,000 of federal funds into a revolving loan fund that can be tapped by industry for expansion or relocation. lines. But as Boyd Smith, also of teachers at her school have felt, lets give it our best. Jeri Everett of Centervilles Stewart Elementary noted positive impact for new teachers, where older, more experienced teachers COG Votes To Fortify Revolving Loan Fund By TOM BUSSELBERG guide- The amount of money (provided by the Legislature) will determine what guidelines are possible. did before BUT HE said some very positive things are being developed that cause they dont meet the 0. -- Display Ad Deadline Tues. 6:00 p.m. Davis Construction Healthy, Slowing By TOM BUSSELBERG million in permits, down 26.1 percent. -- CLINTON continued its growth, although residential dwelling unit permits were unchanged at 42 units valued at $2.5 million while commercial projects topped the $1 million mark, reflecting a whopping 607 percent upturn with overall construction activity valued at $3.7 million, up 55.3 percent. -- Farmington, as noted, saw a drop in both residential and d commercial activity. In fact, its $6.5 million was a dip from 1983 and indicated 56 residential units were approved, down by 44 percent, while commercial activity saw a slight drop with $677,000 approved, while additions and alterations saw a sizeable decline. fast-pace- LAYTON - Construction has continued its healthy pattern Davis County, but growth has slowed, Job Service reports releasing the activity figures. -- in in July-Septemb- er OVERALL, PERMIT authorized construction edged up, by a mere .5 percent, but percent more activity in permits was registered during the summer period, Jack Bailey,' Clearfield Job Service manager, reports. That 11.6 percent increase varied from a one third drop in Farmington to a massive increase in North Salt Lake and healthy upturns in most other county cities. HERES the city by city report, including the unincorporated area, for Bountiful, 188 dwelling unit permits were issued, valued at $12 million in residential activity and $3.5 million for projects while additions, alterations and repairs there generated another $1.9 million, for a total of $17.5 million, a d increase over the previous year. value-wis- e, 1 1 1 --- In one-thir- -- CENTERVILLES building activity fell off by almost as much, overall. Sixty-si- x dwelling unit permits were issued, down by nearly 30 percent, valued at $4.6 million, while commercial activity saw a huge increase. At just about $1 million, that reflected a 197 percent climb, with total building activity at $5.7 million, down 30.8 percent. -- Clearfield also saw a downturn of overall. Ninety-one s were unit down issued, dwelling permits by nearly from 1983 levels and valued at $4.9 million. Commercially, $915,000 in permits were issued, up by one fourth, while overall activity, including additions and alterations, reflected $10 one-fourt- h, three-fourth- d one-thir- N FRUIT Heights more overall construction activ, thanks to sector where was the ity reported, nearly $1 million in permits were granted. Residential permits, at 35, showed a decline, valued at $3,022,000. -- Kaysville, on the other hand, reflected a healthy upturn in both residential and permits, with $6.7 million approved. Some 87 residential permits were granted valued at $5.8 million while some $612,000 went to the commercial sector, a large jump over 1983. The only fall came in alterations. -I- one-fift- h one-eigh- th an upturn, to $1.2 million, while only nonresidential alterations and additions went down. WEBER.S building activity showed a brisk growth, at $1.5 million in residential activity for 22 units, while nonresidential recorded $153,000, also a dwelling healthy Sunset, with precious little land left for building, res'dent'al permits issued valued at 1"Cease,W'th $300,000, with total construction registering a 72 percent increase.--Landlocke- v,,,,v- - u,t,a activity rose oy per cent, thanks to an upturn in activity with tota permit value put at $103,000. -- In West Bountiful , 22 dwelling units were okayed for a slighi decrease while nearly $1 million in permits were granted for an overall growth of valued at $2 3 al one-fourt- mil-lion- al al continued its heavy residential-primar- ily with 785 permits approved, up by nearly and valued at $72.2 million. activity also showed a healthy gain, at $6.6 million, up 172 percent with only residential additions and alterations showing a decline. -- In North Salt Lake, 230 dwelling unit permits were issued, contributing to a 267 percent increase there with housing permits also saw chalking up more than $5 million while -- LAYTON apartment- -building, one-fift- h Non-residenti- al POINT saw dramatic building activity, with 68 residential permits granted, for a $3.4 million value, while permits were granted totalling nearly $200,000 in the residential community. Total permit value was listed at $3i million. 52 dwe.'li"8 unil P 30 percent 0ile permits dipped by oneVera" aC,iVily 8aini"8 10 $2 mZn !r'h9 - Sd.l P'1 THE UNINCORPORATED area saw okayed for $ .9 million with $636,000 in with drops, though, in additions, reflect a units 1 fa 14 9 !!ni3S I 1 . 4 i |