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Show P.O. Box 224 Standard Rate U.S. Postage Paid Milford, UT. 84751 Permit No. 15 | Milford, UT 84751 MARCH HMlonitor P. O. Box 224 « Milford, Utah 84751 5, 1998 Pig Pickin’ down to just a few very vocal project is all about. By the end of dissenters. Bruce Brown: Bruce is not a bit 1997, parent companies and. investors had channeled $115 bashful about saying he plans to file million into the West desert of for another term as Beaver County Recorder. The end of 1998 marks 24 Beaver County. “The owners years in office, and he would like to expect a fair return on their make it 28. investment. It’s our job to make Richard Rollins: He and wife, Tony, sure it happens,” Dwight Potter told were circulating at Tuesday’s event. That return is what the the audience. He added that Circle Four is here to stay. “We are not going to walk off and leave $115 million for the desert to reclaim,” he said. Steve Pollmann reiterated the importance of quality personnel. “Your core values and work ethics are impeccable,” he told company employees who filled the MHS auditorium. He asked employees to focus on peer accountability. “We "all try to impress the boss....but who is your boss? When you make each other successful, you make the company successful,” he presented as a challenge. Pollmann hinted at citizen. They plan to take a pro- room, and fights have broken out. active. stance... Circle. Four Farms employees and visiting dignitaries in the hog industry in the U.S. and were treated to a ‘down home pig pickin’” Tuesday evening, internationally for 22 years, following a presentation on the status of the company. In referred to Circle Four’s owners as addition to good food, team spirit, and a little early politicin’, the the best in the industry. Obviously, company provided door prizes to round out the evening. Circle Four must satisfy investors, as well as satisfying customers, while remaining competitive. The Adams recapped his time with the company. Adams announced several weeks ago that he will no longer be with the company on a full-time basis, but as an outside consultant only. The company has come a long way since the November 3, 1993 groundbreaking ceremony. The first nursery was stocked with iso-weaned pigs in May of 1994. The first Utah pigs were born om Mother’s Day, May 9, 1995. The first feed was produced at the-mill in December of 1996. Payroll for the-company’s 27 employees in 1994 was $276,059. The company now employs approximately 315 workers with a payroll upwards of $7.5 million. They paid county property tax slightly in excess of $300,000 in 1997. The company’s greatest asset? when The employees! Early in the game, representatives from the parent companies were looking at Milford as an investment site, the quality of workers available was a deciding factor. The progress hasn’t been without controversy.....especially in the area of water and odor. Adams said the company went to the state regulators and asked them to develop a regime before the start-up phase. He added that their record with the state regulators is good. Construction in the Skyline complex is nearing completion. By mid-April, when all buildings...with the exception of the boar/stud site..... are scheduled to be populated, Skyline will house a 33,000 sow operation. The first barns were built by Hog Slat, then Tri-County came on board for the next phase. In 1996, began in-house construction. The 325 head boar/stud site, although technically located in Skyline, is a good two miles south of other buildings. The unit was designed by Glenna Alston and Jerry Tripp. When it is populated, in September of this year, overall herd genetics will be enhanced. The Blue Mountain complex, in Beaver and Iron Counties, will be a 40,000 sow farrow to finish operation when completed. A 5,000 head daughter nucleus unit in Blue Mountain is the female counterpart for constant genetic improvement. means more return for investors. More pigs per female per year Week in Review an added challenge. Polilman said the company is constantly striving to become better in their role as a corporate for employees. Pollman, who has worked “celebration of the past,” Rob Rolling was appointed last year to finish out the term vacated by Gary Sullivan. Does he like politics well enough to file for another term? He has until March 17th to make up his mind. Add Josh Smith to the MHS Wall of Fame as a Freshman Basketball Team Member! Josh missed the picture last week, but has been a valuable team player. Crystal Paice, a new student at MHS was inadvertently omitted from the honor roll. Congratulations, Crystal for your scholastic achievement. MHS Needs a Girls’ Coach: Parents met with the School Board Tuesday afternoon to express concern for the lack of a female PE teacher. With the exception of being checked in for attendance, girls are, for the most part, unsupervised during PE time. There are problems in the locker room....not the least of which is a wooden door which is full of holes between the boys and girls area. A metal door has been ordered, but until it is installed, girls are not likely to be willing to shower. Clothes have been stolen from the locker a “re-evaluation of compensation” In keeping with the theme VOL. VIII NO. 10 current down trend in the market is with modern, . technology to control odor. The Nation Pork Producers Council is a help source available to them. Additionally, Circle Four has plans in place for community enhancement programs and a better public information network. By the time Pollmann finished speaking, the aroma of barbequed pork had drifted into the auditorium. Folks didn’t wait fora second call to dinner! auxiliary gym was capacity....and....Circle The MHS filled to Four hospitality certainly didn’t disappoint the hungry crowd. Four pigs, prepared for the occasion, were accompanied by a variety of side dishes. The Politickin’: Roy Urie, iron County Commissioner who’s term expires this year, traveled to Milford for the Pig Pickin’. Is he going to run for a third term? He said he hasn't decided yet, but liked what he saw Tuesday afternoon. The controversy over Circle Four’s expansion into Iron County? Urie thinks it has died Hospital Employees Honored _. Parents stressed: that they . are not dissatisfied with the current coaches. It has nothing to do with gender bias......supervising girls’ PE just isn’t a man’s job. He simply can’t go into the locker room to settle disputes.....nor can he help young women with sensitive issues. Parents don’t want a teachers aide to monitor the locker room. They want someone with coaching skills to continue the foundation already established in volleyball and basketball. What would the PE teacher do when she is not teaching PE? Currently, seniors run out of classes in the selection offered. They spend time as a teachers aide or participating in the work-release program. Classes created by the addition of one more teacher would enhance the curriculum. The board asked for 30 days to find a solution. Photo courtesy Jenny White/MHS Yearbook Staff MHS #14 Brady Williams scored 20 points against Valley. See page 3 for more. 600 North in Beaver has been selected for purchase at approximately $350,000. The figure includes water rights, mineral rights, and a_ sprinkling system and equipment. Superintendent Jolley said that all feasible agreements have. been reached, and the district will move forward for closing. West side recommendations will be discussed in April. The district has the money for down payment on both properties. Balance will be financed over a 10-year period. Wildlife Bill: \t’s official: Proposal for a constitutional amendment related to wildlife legislation will be on the November ballot. The amendment, if approved by voters, would stipulate that a two-thirds majority’ vote be required for “legislation initiated to allow, limit, or prohibit the taking of wildlife or the season for or method of taking wildlife.’ SJRO10S1, a substitute for the original SJRO10, passed both the Utah Senate and House with an overwhelming majority. It was signed by the senate president on February 2nd and the draft was East Side Property Approved: The officially enrolled on March 2nd. Ease side commission submitted three recommendations to the school board for property to acquire for future school sites. A 34 acre site off Circle 4 in Iron County: “I think it is reasonable to expect that there will be an appeal hearing, but it will not ; be within the next 30 days,” Don Ostler, Director of the Department of Water Quality, said regarding the Circle Four Farms groundwater discharge permit application for their proposed expansion into Iron County. Ostler further explained that the schedule and location for the hearing will be decided by negotiations between attorneys for the Iron County Concerned Citizens and the Attorney General’s office. “The extent of discovery and written testimony hasn’t been determined. Our legal council will speak to theirs and map out a strategy before the date and location is announced,” he said. Ostler further explained that DWQ must constrain deliberation and permit consideration to issues covered in the water quality act. Requests that go beyond guidelines in the current statute must be dealt with by the legislature as is being done in other states. Concerned Citizens of Iron County has now incorporated into Citizens for Responsible and Sustainable Agriculture (CRSA), to continue their opposition to Circle Four. They want to enlist the help of concemed citizens nationwide. CRSA is a non-profit organization, and contributions are tax deductible. Milford Valley Healthcare Services Unapproved Minutes of Annual’General Hospital Board Meeting - February 25, 1998 Meeting called to order by Jerry Mayer at 8: 1 0 pm. Jerry read letter from Chairperson, Loretta Forman, who asked to be excused, about board members running for consecutive terms and personally asking for support for herself, Jerry Mayer and Mary Sower. _ Kelly Forman read the minutes from the previous General Hospital Board Meeting held February 21, 1997. Minutes stand as read. SCHOLARSHIP/MEMORIAL FUND REPORT: Dale Eckley, Director of Nursing reported on the Jacqueline Williams Scholarship Fund. Dale stated that he appreciated all those who have given in Jacque's name and he appreciates the legacy that she has left behind. Left to right: Becky Baxter (December), Renee Austin (February), ‘Dr. Alam (January), Michelle Barton (December), Linda Eckley (November). Employees pictured above were chosen by a panel of their peers for their outstanding performance on the job. The Employee of the Month program promotes personal excellence and professional performance as a goal for the staffat Milford Valley Healthcare Services. There is $6,620.24 in the Scholarship Fund this year. This fund has helped two people, Chris Yardley and Brandie Barnes with their schooling for their RN's. The fund is also helping Stephanie McDonald, Steve Gledhill, Tiffany Asay, Hare, Laura Stephens, LaDawn Jennifer Barton, Lindsey Bedingfield, Jana Carter, Shelby Holm, Heather Willis, Sherie Murdock, and Natalie Carter with the Certified Nurses Aid course that involves 50 hours of schooling and 50 hours working at the hospital. The fund pays $145 for each person and the individuals pay $75.00. Dale thanked Shane Erickson and Dr. Symond for their help in getting -the scholarship program going. After these people finish the course they will be certified by the state. Dale stated that he really appreciated all the help and commended everyone for their foresight. FINANCIAL REPORT: | Ron Wunderlich presented the financial report for the Beaver County Special Service District #3 with a total account balance of $34,776.29 (See attachment). Ron also answered questions from the floor concerning the report. Ted Staggs presented and reviewed Patient Day Report and a Condensed Audit Report. Ted answered questions from the floor about their concerns of too many employees in the front office. Ted was asked what his concerns were. He stated that his concerns are 1. Increase in professional nursing salaries. 2. 40 to 45% drop in Home Health revenue 3. The past physicians situation of not being unable to do surgeries and OB's during a period of time last year. These two alone were a loss to the hospital between $125,000 and $130,000. Question concerning ambulance revenues was asked. Ted stated that costs have gone up four fold and the revenues have gone up three fold. Questions regarding why we can't keep EMT's was brought up. Questions about Medicare, Hospital, and secondary insurance explanation of benefits all having different amounts was discussed. It was stated that part of the problem is Medicare and that the Hospital billing system needs to be improved with current statements. Ted asked for specific examples and stated that he would look into (Continued on page 3) |