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Show Murder Suspect "GetsA Delay - New trial FARMINGTON dates were expected to be set today (Wednesday) in Second District Court, here, for a Farmington man who is charged with first degree murder and two separate counts of aggravated rob- bery. By TOM BUSSELBERG The University of Utah-Davi- s Center has seen a lot of growth since it opened just five years ago. IN FACT, enrollment topped the 80Q mark last year and could swell above 1,000 during this coming year, Director Max Welcker believes. This growth has come despite a lack of permanent facilities for center activities. Fortunately, the Davis County School District and Davis County Library have rented space to allow classes to continue. But as of July 31, the centers home for the last few years in an old LDS chapel on 5th South will revert to the church. THE CENTER is now headquartered at and will continue operatArt Center. But ing the Bountiful-Davi- s most classes will have to be held in scat-- ; 880 South Main 1 tered locations throughout the area and next summer Dr. Welcker doesnt know where classes will be conducted. During the regular public school year many classes have been held in Davis District facilities. While those could be rented in the summer months, as well, the cost for retaining janitorial help alone might make such a move prohibitive, Dr. Welcker says. HE FEELS the time might be close for development of a junior college in South : : z ; . DR. BILL Stringham, who headed the center from its inception until last January, expressed doubt at such a possibility. I would be surprised if we were able to generate enrollment for a daytime operation. I tried a number od courses during the day with not much success but the climate changes. He pointed to possible advantages in keeping the facility largely a operation without a central plant. It doesnt require a huge outlay of capital expenditure. When people were faced with a slammed door the University stepped in and gave a solution. It has served the educational needs and almost pays for itself. Its managed on a basis and has allowed development of a really full program. IN FACT, some masters program classes are available-somethi- ng that would be impossible in a junior college setting. It would really be an expense to jump from what weve been doing to a campus and Im not sure its worth it, Dr. Stringham continued. But he hastened to add, Im totally supportive but think the prospects of building are really tough. I THINK the best way is cooperation as with the library and the schools, buildings, schools the state already owns, he said. I do think the (present) program is strong and viable and probably more adaptive. It offers a full range of classes. We can expand in numerous ways. People who can part with tuition (can have classes). Its entirely based on demand. County Commissioner Morris Swapp, who pushed for the original program while serving as Bountiful mayor had praise for the present program. Ive been real pleased. The only thing is that we dont have a place large enough to house the program. THERE HAS been cooperation between the city and University and I think with that and the art center it proves the community college and art center can be a success. When I went in as mayor I had hoped we could bring in a junior college. Bill Stringham had been one of my 5th grade students and he did a fantastic job. With universities placing enrollment ceilings perhaps a junior college would be the way to go. And possibly the area wouldve had such a facility sooner had all Davis County legislators backed such a proposal, he continued. I THINK there would be merit both to expanding the present program and in building a community college. But looking realistically at the times we now live in, a junior college with acres of green lawn, a marching band and all the frills might be a birthday wish for another year. JUST THE same, I feel weve got to back what weve got and build on it. Such support was demonstrated last winter, for instance, when the boiler at the 5th South building broke and the program went on, seeking and receiving immediate support from the community. It looks like the program will be in the clear during the coming school year, utilizing Bountiful High School, the Bountiful-Davi- s Art Center and Davis County Library. But its next summer we need to worry about. THE SCHOOL district cant be blamed for asking a higher fee to bring in help to maintain the schools during off periods. And Dr. Welcker and others have expressed appreciation for their great support. Some solution must be found, whether it be another building or buildings or extra funding. But lets make sure the program can continue full steam ahead now and next summer. It not only helps the students but its effects are felt in a rippling action not only in Bountiful and south Davis but throughout northern Utah. .. Kaysville Gity Council Meets has no more water allotments available, and also cited the citys current power situat- By NORMA PREECE ; : A public hearing was called : : to order by Mayor Gar Elison on Tuesday evening at 7:30 ; : : p.m. to discuss the revised : zoning ordinances and Master : Plan. At 8 p.m. the regular jj council meeting was held. a. Davis and claims support couid be forthcoming from the University of Utah and the Legislature. But in this day and age of cost containment, that might be some time off in gaining concrete support backed by funding. ion. Mayor Elison refuted the statement on water, stating Weber Basin has plenty of water available but may need to increase their treatment capacity. He and Supt. Meacham outlined plans for m m IRA EGBERT, property owner on Mutton Hollow Road, told the council he had not been notified by Layton that a portion of his property was to be annexed to that city along with adjacent Morgan property, and this was practically accomplished before he received word of it and objected to it. Mr. Egbert questioned the gentlemans agreement on annexations between cities in which the property owner had little say as to his own wishes on annexation. Mayor Elison stated it was his understanding that the annexation mentioned had not gone through. R.E. STEPHENS, Kaysville resident, objected to any further annexations or building until the city has more power and water available. He stated a recent newspaper article reported Weber Basin REDUCED TO CLEAR . purchase of the substation on 2nd North and the addition of a second one on the west side to increase power capacity for the city at a reasonable rate. SUPT. MEACHAM pointed out that purchase and lead time is required to accomplish this but thereafter the present situation will be corrected. Mr. Stephens also questioned if the city taxpayers have to stand the expense of the new annexations. Councilman Sanders stated those wishing to annex will have to come up with the information the city needs at their own expense and the citys policies on annexation. Mayor Elison said those requesting the services will have to pay for extensions of water and power. MR. STEPHENS ques tioned why the city was giving a 12 percent cost of living in- stead of the seven percent recommended by the federal government when the city accepts federal funds. Mayor Elison said the decision was based on surveys made of surrounding cities to bring departments in line and there is a new job classification study upcoming at the present time. RECEIPT of a letter 'and1 check for $521.35 from Carol Collett representing the remainder of the money collected from the sale of the Kaysville history book was acknowledged. Councilman Purdy moved the letter be placed on file in the city office, the money deposited to the city's account and appreciation for their efforts be expressed to Mrs. Collett and her committee. Seconded by Carol Page, passed unanimously. There was considerable discussion on the county drug task force program which the council agreed to at the June 19 meeting, which was n changed to exclude the commission of police chiefs. Councilwoman Page six-ma- and Councilman Sanders felt this was not what the council agreed to and a new agreement should be drawn up for the councils approval. FOLLOWING discussion, Councilman Sanders moved that a check for six months be sent with a letter reaffirming the support of the county drug program, with or without the police chief commission, but subject' to the ' of the ew' agreement, and coordination, of all activities in the city with the police chief. Seconded by Councilman Purdy, passed unanimously. Councilman Bonnemort introduced a resolution to adopt the new revised zoning ordinances, as corrected, at the earliest possible date, in accordance with law. Seconded by Councilwoman Page, passed unanimously. six-ma- n Sanders moved that the council approve by resolution the' COUNCILMAN series zoning maps which reflect the master plan, subject to receiving letters of certification from Gene Carr, of planning consultant, and John Jansen, of the county office. Seconded by Councilman Bonnemort. A request from KCA for special poles to be erected on Main Street for banners to be used in advertising special civic events in the city was discussed. SUPT. MEACHAMS objection was not the cost but the hazards of stringing cloth banners across a main artery, which he cited from past experience are nearly always blown down; also of digging in the already crowded parking area. It was agreed the matter would be discussed again with the KCA to see if other solutions could be worked out. Chief Larkins reported on the state highway department speed survey on 2nd North west from Main to the freeway and on South Main Street from 300 to 1100 South. HE SAID it was the high- way departments opinion that the speed on South Main Street should not be lowered from the present 40 mph. The chief stated their survey was taken when school was out, at a hour, and he did not think it reflected the mid-morni- P f true problem in that area. He said if school bus service there is curtailed this fall, as is possible, there will be additional hazards. The state also concluded the speed limit on 2nd North going west from Main Street to the freeway should be raised to 40 mph which Chief Larkins felt was too high. He said the state will leave both speed limits as is until fall when they will again review their findings. , , i i - Kaysville, Utah 332 No. Main - Phone Owner Verle & Leone Duerden & Family 766-268- 9 BUT ALL hearings were postponed today and Second District Judge Thornley K. Swan was expected to set new trial dates at todays hearing. Hardy is being held without bail in Davis County Jail, Farmington. HE ESCAPED from the same jail in May with another felony suspect but the pair was captured less than 24 hours later by Murray police as the pair attempted to enter a parked car near a condominium complex, grb Kaysville Girl Killed, 6 Injured - A KAYSVILLE driver of a pickup truck was killed and six of her friends injured last week when the vehicle missed a curve about eight miles east of Woodland, Summit County. UTAH Highway Patrolman Frank Marcellin, of Coalville, identified the victim and driver of the truck, as Victoria Dennis, 16, of Kaysville. Two passengers in the front seat and four teenagers riding in the back of the truck were not seriously injured, the trooper said. He said the vehicle apparently rolled on the victim while others were thrown free. INJURED passengers were identified as Lisa Hill, 14; Russell Dennis, 14; David Defala, 15; William Defala, 16; David Nielson, 15; and Thomas Hill, 17, all of Kaysville. grb Layton Mr. and Mrs. thomas Jones enjoy spending weekends during the summer in Idaho. They especially enjoy attending the quarter horse races which are held in Pocatello. Jfr. and Mrs. Jones daughter, Shauna, experienced her first ride in a last weekend when the Ogden Air Fair. Shauna flew in the plane for nearly one hour. The pilot did spins and flips to make the ride a very exciting one. she-ttend- r it ON MOTION by Council- man Purdy, the mayor was authorized to write to the state urging them to reconsider the recommendations Due to the July 24th holiday, all deadlines for the Reflex News Journal & Leader will be moved up. on speed on the two highways. Second by Councilman Bonnemort, passed unanimously. news articles and pictures must be submitted to the Layton office by 5 p.m. Friday and all classified advertising will be accepted until 5 p.m. Monday for publication in Thursdays newspapers. All The only thing a man knows is himself. The world outside he can only know by hearsay. Alexander Smith. Know thyself is a good saying, but not in all situations. For many is is better to say Know others." Menander. nmm j HOT HOT CLOSEOUT SPECIALS B ARRAIGNMENT of the defendant, Edward Dale Hardy II, 27, of Farmington, on a charge of auto theft allegedly commited during an escape from the Davis County Jail in May also has been postponed. Hardy was to have stood trial June 27 in connection with the murder of a Hill Air Force Base airman and was to have appeared today to face trial for aggravated rob bery - one in connection with the alleged holdup of a Bountiful clothing store, and the other an alleged robbery of a Layton family. 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