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Show h - UTAH STATE PRESS ASSN. p. 0. BOX SALT LAKE 1327 CITY, 84110 UTAH tv -. ;r " sKv Oin)todiofi) that the islands would be The intersection of 1100 S. and Valhalla Dr. was the subject of controversy in a recent Clearfield City Council meeting. Residents from the area were present to protest the placement of traffic islands. damaged by snowplows in the winter. Vem Hamblin, chairman of the Safety Committee, spoke to council and the residents saying that a survey had been done and that his committee guiding has had the subject under consideration for almost l'2 THEIR opposition included a charge that no traffic sur- years. AFTER study by the com- veys had been done. One resident also said that insufficient light would be present to protect night drivers and mittee and a determination was made to locate the islands, funds were not im School Board To Join With Ogden, Weber Workman are busy with the exterior facilities of the Davis North Medical Facility which will be dedicated this Saturday at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremonies and an open house NEARING COMPLETION which will follow. Everyone is invited to at- tend the ribbon cutting and dedication ceremonies of the i Davis North Medical Center ; this Saturday at 11 a.m. 1LW WOOD LOCAL, county, and Utah Foundation Reports total property tax; levy increased in Kaysville this year. in 1976 10.00. School in '.1975 was 35.08,' In 1978 was 37.26. County in 1975 8.77, and 1976 9.63; special district in t 10.00, 1975 3.84 and 1976 3.86. Total 1975 was 57.69 and in 1976 THE TOTAL property tax rate imposed for city, county, school and other purposes in Kaysville increased by 3.06 mills this year, according to an analysis prepared by Utah in 60.75. According to the study, four counties (Iron, Juab, Piute and Utah) were affected this year by the continuing reappraisal program. Local valuations in these four counties nearly doubled in 1976 as a result of the program. Foundation, the private tax research organization. Kaysvilles overall property tax levy in 1976 is 60.75 mills ($60.75 per $1,000 assessed valuation). This compares with a total levy of 57.69 mills in 1975 and 90.05 mills in 1970. requires that operating levies for local units must be reduced UTAH LAW whenever assessed valuations are increased because of THE following tabulation shows the trend in Kaysvilles total rate for selected years the Tax Commissions revaluation program. As a result, the total overall levy charged by local units in these four counties declined by amounts ranging up to 30 mills in some taxing since 1950: In 1950 total levy was 51.00, 1960 total levy was 78,85, 1965 total levy was 91.95, 1970 mill levy was 90.05, 1975 mill levy was 57.69 and 1976 total mill levy was 60.75. juris-diciton- APPROXIMATELY 61.3 percent of the total property taxes charged in Kaysville this year will go for school purposes. The Foundation report indicates that 16.5 percent of the property tax collected in Kaysville will go for minicipal purposes, 15-percent for county purposes and 6.4 percent for special district purposes. A comparison of the 1975 and 1976 levies in Kaysvlle by purpose is as follows: MINICIPAL in 1975 was s. FOUNDATION analysts emphasize, however, that lower mill rates in communi- ties that recently were reappraised do not neces- sarily mean a decline in tax burdens for all taxpayers within such communities. In many cases, the correction of underassessments for many taxpayers under the reappraisal program will more than offset the mill rate reductions. Thus, many property owners in the counties affected will experience sharply higher tax bills this year. Wb-wil- l By VERNA WILLDEN City Council met session on Thursday even-o- f last week. Sheriff Dub vrence and Deputy Sheriff l Cunningham of the Davis were inty Sheriffs Office them-ve- s sent and introduced he Sunset the council mbers. HERIFF Lawrence said it s his policy to become luainted with the various officials in Davis County, riff Lawrence explained to council that their depart-m- t was available to assist nset City in anyway that y could. i r le mentioned that partment is now 13 police their dis-tchin- g depart-tit- s through their dispatch ice located in Farmington ich has 8 channels for the lio traffic and 18 telephone lines for other types of calls. Mr. Lawrence stated that, law enforcement in this county has to be cooperative with county and city officers and other officals working together. THE COUNTY desires to give the best quality of law enforcement possible. Sheriff Lawrence publically complimented the Sunset Police Department for their efforts in the Billy Florez incident. The problem of animal control was brought to the attention to see if something could be done with the animals causing problems before eight in the morning and five in the evening. It was suggested that people having problems to contact the animal control officer. Other business was the ''Vocal group from Layton High School. ALL MEMBERS of the North Davis County community are encouraged to attend this historic event in our area. were reappraised, the Foundation analysis notes that total property tax mill rates rose in most of the major Utah communities during AN EXAMINATION 57 communities increased by 3.14 mills, from mills ($74.99 per $1,000 assessed valuation) in 1975 to 78.13 mills in 1976. OF THE 25 counties that were not reappraised this year, 12 counties raised their levies, only 3 counties lowered their levies, and 10 counties made no change. A total of 187 cities and towns are located in the 25 counties not affected by 74.99 reappraisal year. changes this Of these municipalities, 43 9 increased their levies, reduced their levies and made no change in 1975. 133 Although no opposition was heard at a previous public hearing, Layton City Council denied the Jack Turner rezone petition which would allow a small shopping center in the subdivision the developer plans to build. The subdivision will be located between and Hill Field Road on about 102 acres. MR. TURNER had requested commercial zoning for approximately two to three acres in order to have a convenience store, a beauty shop, and possibly a service station. The planning commission recommended disapproval saying that the possible 1,242 population of the subdivision would not support the business ventures. The group also indicated that there was enough commercial zoned property in the area, that it no appearance of Duane Jones to show the council blueprints of the three more four-ple- x units to be constructed at Villa Mority which had been previously approved by the council. A resolution was passed to authorize Mabel Colledge to collect athletic funds to aid Mrs. Harris as both ladies are bonded to do so. bill and gives authorization for checks for payment to be issued. Councilman Norm Sant stated that the bids for the park restrooms were to be let at 4 p.m. on Sept. 29. The ex- cess of revenue sharing would be spot zoning, and that the move would be contrary to the citys master plan. QUESTIONS were also raised about sewer disposal and the plans for the little league in the subdivision. Council agreed that the builder may present plans again for the park, that it has not been decided to rule it out completely. He was advised to take his plans to the planning commission with an overlay for the ball park. A public hearing was set for Oct. 21 for the Hillside Plaza request to rezone from A to Cl a parcel which is on the comer of and Hill Field Road. Vaughn Fowler and Russell Fotheringham hope to build a shopping center on the property. IN OTHER action council approved the bid from Mills Equipment Co. for a three ton truck with snowplowing equipment for $17,899. Also approved was a one ton truck and snowplowing equipment Olsen from for $9,611 Chevrolet. Renewal of a Class C beer license was approved by council for Club 89. Walter money was discussed and it was decided that it be used to buy a new dump truck for the city to replace the worn out one and asked that bids be opened by interested companies. THE COUNCIL was made aware of the Ladies Team winning the State Championship, in fast pitch soft-bal- IT WAS also discussed that under the Uniform accounting, all payable transactions must have vouchers and go through the city recorder who prepares the payment of the request to the Utah State Board of Education asking that Viewmont High School be accredited this year." They-okay- ed an agreement to join with Ogden and Weber Districts to acquire federal property at Clearfield Depot. SUPERINTENDENT Ber-ne- ll Wrigley said that customarily schools are evaluated every 10 years. This is the scheduled year for View-monevaluation. He said the staff to dig in and look at Harold Gailey, board moved that member, Wrigley Superintendent 1976 tax rates 57 larges Utah these Davis County School Board voted Tuesday to submit a themselves. 1976. of the charged in the municipalities that were not reassessed during the year reveals that the overall tax rate rose in 47 cities, declined in only 3 cities, and remained unchanged in 7 cities. The total average levy in By ROSELYN KIRK ts rosed eMrflmeiratl Winds (M provide music for the occasion as well as musical inactions by the Laytones, a Except for counties that taiH Tells to state THE officials will be on hand as PROPERTY program being,"'" Well as" Bess Myerson. appraisal carried out by the State Tax deliver the keynote now address. Immediately followCommission has completed work in 25 counties ing the dedication an open house will be held with guided of the state. Still to be tours to which the public is completed in the first round of revaluations are Carbon, invited. Refreshments will be Salt Lake, Sanpete and Sevier served featuring a cake in the Counties. form of the hospital. re- Participating in the dedicawill be tion program members of the Clearfield High ROTC who will conduct the flag ceremony. The Clearfield High Band will l. The problem of sand in the water line to the home of Dave Christensen was discussed and Mr. Peterson was asked to see what could be done to solve the problem. Mr. Arly Wallace was present and discussed some dilenquent bills not paid to the fire department by the city. It had been an oversight and the city promised to take care of the payment of the bills, vw May THE TRANSFER of the r warehouse at the Clearfield depot will be finalized only after the Davis, Ogden and Weber school boards vote agreement, Superintendent Wrigley told federally-owne- the board. Provisions in the contract call for attorneys to draw up legal documents, specify all districts share jointly in the cost and use of the building. three districts must agree to move deposits of antimony and magnesium now on the property and maintain the necessary roads. All DR. LAWRENCE Welling, assistant in charge of elementary schools, reported on the visit of a 5 team of educators from central and 20-2- ON OCT. 8 educators will look at career programs in vocational and industrial arts and observe adult education programs in the community schools. In other action the board also approved the Davis High Symphony Orchestra trip to Mt. Hood College. Until the committee headed by Gayle Stevenson, reports on the criteria for recommending school-sponsore- trips. d MR. STEVENSONS committee, to report next month, will make decision on the total school travel picture and will set up travel guidelines for the board. Viewmont forensic and debate team, drill team and madrigals were given tentative approval for school travel subject to some clarifications paved. CITY OFFICIALS said that in discussions with residents about three years ago, it was found that most wanted it left as it is. Council recommended that city officials contact the property owners and see what the feelings are now. Mr. May questioned why the road cant be paved now and additional easement obtained when the road needs to be widened. He was informed that a tradeoff was involved, a road for the property. Council decided to make survey of property owners andthen open the matter for dis- mediately available causing a further delay. Mr. Hamblin commented that there is now nothing present to indicate who has the right of way and because of the width of the intersection, a stop or yield sign would not be as effective as the safety committes proposal. After discussion council to hold up the placement of the concrete decided pending further study but to leave the stripes painted as they are now. IN ANOTHER HAROLD Gailey, board, member, questioned fundraising projects to support travel expenditures for school groups.- He and Dr. Reed Marchant suggested the group raise money by selling tickets to their own performances. Mr. Keddington said he would give this suggestion committo the school-trav- having to go to the police station to obtain an overnight parking permit in order to park on the street in front of his home. He questioned the policy enforced by the police department saying that in one situation it was very infor him. convenient Previously residents could call in but officials said that enforcement of the ordinance was not as effective. COUNCILMAN Stan Sorenson reported on the Town Meeting which council voted against. Instead Clearfield will continue to investigate the Utah Community Progress program which has been adopted by other Davis County communities. A proposal for increasing the street lighting on Main St. was read by City Manager Gayle Starks. Divided into two sections, the first part would change the lights from the 7000 thousand lumen lights for 42,000 thousand sodium vapor lights on the existing poles for an additional leasing fee of $739 per month. THE SECOND part would include the same 42,000 thousand sodium vapor lights as well as all new aluminum poles for a monthly fee of $1027. Council declined a decision, tabling the matter until the next meeting, die Symphony To Layton ft j; ij; Concern Fire Chief Don Howard, Kaysville Fire Chief is concerned over the fire hazard being caused by home-bui- lt drying of dryers for the fruit and vegetables for storage. CHIEF Howard said these dryers should be placed a considerable distance from the home and absolutely not place in basements, garages, carports and the like. Recent reports of $150,000 damages to homes throughout the state due to these home dryers malfunctioning. THE FIRE department has responded to two fires in Kaysville homes recently due to the overheating of these units. One call came at 5:30 a.m. when the family was awakened by smoke. Mr. Howard stated, the entire family could of easily been wiped out and we do not want this to ever happen. RECENTLY throughout tne state, homes in Bountiful, Salt Lake City, Holladay, Morgan and Ogden have resulted in extensive fire damage from such units. Mr. Howard said, it is alright to build one, providing it is installed away from the home and garage so that tragedy can be prevented. They are concerned over the loss of homes and lives from g the and malfunctioning that may occur over-heatin- from such units. Layton and all of the North Davis County will j:j: be honored by the Utah Symphony with a per- - .ft formance at Layton ;ft High School Tuesday evening beginning at 7 i ft Pm tee. Dryers : A - Home Built matter, a Valhalla resident, Warner Owens, complained about by Robert Keddington, assistant in charge of secondary schools. appeared before council requesting that the section of Antelope Road between Fairfield and Church be paved. He said that he has spoken to other residents in the area and that the vast majority want the street Pliccirm ooom request the state board to ask for an evaluation by the Northwest Accrediting The association will review every department and make recommendations, Superintendent Wrigley said. northern Europe. They will be in Utah for a week and will visit Davis schools on Oct. 15 and Oct. 18. Dr. Welling said, while here, the educators will spend the first day observing the. early childhood program. They will visit head start, observe the tutoring program and parent cooperatives and see education instruction classes in the high schools. M ft; TICKETS are still available for the event which is jointly spon-,- $ sored by the Layton Chamber of Commerce and the Utah Bicenten- - ft ft :! mal Commission. ft; The concert will be bicentennial oriented $ and everyone is en- - ft $ ft-- g couraged to attend the first public perfor-f- t mance in North Davis ft County. DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL 197 B North Main St., Layton PHONE 376-91- Published Weekly by CUPPER PUBUSHING CO. John StaHe. Jr.. PuMislier Second Class Postage Paid At Layton, Utah SUBSCRIPTION $4.50 per year Out of State Subscription SS.50 Overseas Subscription SI S.OO (Payable In Advance) |