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Show F?F.?5 A33:.. 330 SO. SALT L.UL CITY, UTAH 64111 UTAH STATS SS7 EAST 6 -- L WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 198- 1- ,4 0 Pages l VOLUME FIFTY-TW- O NUMBER THIRTEEN Or Ma stay late or take home can. By TOM BUSSELBERG r bvjj'V jf 1 - .5'-- , N, JJ cr''','!' r ;'" Uprtn 1 Vy v V 1, i -- FARMINGTON 4 i- - ' j v.,!1 , a tpv. ? j-- r-- r - County government is in for a tight budget year. AND WHILE taxpayers may assume that means a lessening of their tax load, they might as well dismiss that pleasantry as a mere dream. County officials in the know indicate taxes may dip slightly-fro- m 9.05 general mill levy to 8.6, or about five percent to comply with legislative guidelines. But taxes could increase depending on what the school board decides. But faced with following House Bill 104, the county must keep its revenue at the 106 percent level" which means all property tax mill levies must be adjusted so they dont exceed 106 percent of the previous years total, explained County Auditor Ludeen Gibbons and Assessor Thayne Corbridge in a recent interview. IN ADDITION to that six percent growth, new construction and improvements can be counted along with any growth, with that amount estimated at four percent by Mr. Corbridge. It was time to don the mortar board in the traditional cap and gown ceremony for nearly 2,500 Davis County public school graduates, last week, as they ended the basic education phase of their life set now to embark on a myriad of pursuits from higher education in vocational or college areas to heading into the job market. For those still awaiting graduation, the whole schooling cycle starts again Aug. CLASS OF 1981 That leaves no room for inflation 31. Young Mothers By TOM BUSSELBERG It was the end of a 12 or 13 year road for nearly 2,500 Davis County students, last week, as they crossed the stage and collected their diplomas of graduation. SERVICES were held Wednesday night by View-mo- nt and Thursday night at the county's other five high schools with separate cere- monies also conducted by the Alternative High School and program, both in Kaysville. Some 2.446 were graduated including 379 at Bountiful, 420 at Clearfield, 363 at Davis, 468 from Layton, 391 from View-mo- nt from Woods Cross. Some 58 graduated from the Alternative High and 346 school and 21 in the Young Mothers program. AMONG THOSE addressing the graduates was Roger Glines, school board clerk and district business manager. He spoke to the 363 Davis graduates and said, "one of the hallmarks of success is whether or not your achievements contribute to the building of society. Some contribute by building structures, others build theories. Some build rockets, but this great faculty is engaged in building people. We need to remember they are part of the system that has prod duced the worlds most nation. They are the world's noblest of builders." highly-educate- CONTINUING his response he said, "Graduates, may I take this opportunity to con- gratulate you. Graduation from high school is no small achievement. It is a significant culmination of 12 years of effort of which you can be very proud. "As the term commencement suggests, you are now embarking on a new adventure in your life. You have the good fortune to live in a land where Library Board Prefer By TOM BUSSELBERG FARMINGTON - The Davis Library Board and staff seem to favor money over cataloging support from the State Library Board. THAT WAS the feeling last week as the group met to discuss a proposal that could see the system obtaining funding that would allow a tie-i- n With the nation's largest computerized library information retrieval system while enabling Davis County to keep its current cataloging system. Last year, the board agreed to accept the state board's offer that processing be done from that Salt Lake City facility over keeping cataloging at the main Farmington library. That decision came after an impartial study conducted by a Brigham Young University library school official where he recommended the change. AND WHILE Davis lost its cataloger to the state library, there has seemed to be little other impact from that decision, as of yet, with Library Director Jeanne Layton indicating she was informed "there may be several levels of libraries that they (state) may not be able to serve." That would include Davis along with the other larger libraries in Salt Lake City and county. Weber County, Provo and Orem, or those termed "network resource" libraries. That word came after complaints from the Weber County library director who said the state's job has been "totally unsatisfactory" indicating the state does only about 50 percent of the workload and percent of that must be done again by the Weber staff, Ms. Layton said. 15-2- 0 BUT RATHER than continue state processing, the Weber library has now asked the state to help finance its conversion to the OCLC Catalog, or Ohio College Library Center, with the largest library data 0 base, bringing access to of the nation's largest libraries. And the state library is now advocating such a system for local libraries. It already utilizes the service, Ms. Layton said noting, "Thats something I've advocated for a number of years. It's a chance to get some money to help and computers are becoming increasingly less expensive. 600-80- THE KAYSVILLE WEEKLY REFLEX 197 "B" North Main St., Layton, Utah 84041 Phone Published Weekly by 376-913- 3 CLIPPER PUBLISHING CO. John Stahle, Jr.. Publisher Second Class Postage Paid at Layton, Utah SUBSCRIPTION $4.50 per year Out of State Subscription $5.50 Oversees Subscription $15.00 (Payable in Advance) WE COULD keep consistency in our present system," she said, with alteration of the county catalog a major con cern raised when the state asked to do processing. It ties in with the state and national y network." allowing for loan procedures directly with other libraries. At the cost of about $1 a request. or considerably less than at present, Davis County could direct request materials through the computer network rather than have to contact the state or some other library, she explained, noting the system would also help Davis County prepare for eventual computerized cataloging, such as has recently been implemented in Weber and Salt Lake county libraries. NOW THE state library is proposing to help defray all Inter-librar- costs. The board voted to go this way (with state processing) about a year ago. Now we have a cataloger trained who could make the transition. The state cannot answer whether they can do our processing or not. We have no idea what funding will be next year," Ms. Layton said, adding. "1 frankly dont think they want us." Board Chairman Evan Whitesides said the would have to be considered but added. I've always had a question of whether they could produce." UNDER THE proposed computer system, a terminal would cost $3,800 with $275 monthly rental and $750 for the long-ter- there are countless opportunities and you have the freedom to choose which opportunity you will pursue. THE DIPLOMA you have earned and will receive symbolizes the knowlege you have acquired and the hard work I you have accomplished. hope this knowledge will steer you to the course that will satisfy not only your own ambitions but contribute to the building of society as well, he said. initial program. The Davis Lib- rary normally catalogs from new titles each year. Ms. Layton said. That would mean under costs, she $5,000 equipment noted adding, "If we could get the state to commit we would then see a drastic change in library service in the state. I think this looks very desirable." IT WOULD allow keeping the present catalog, saving manpower and giving access to some of the largest collections in the nation, Ms. Layton said. Clarfi although the county estimated 15 percent growth in the budget, figured last December, prior to the Legislatures opening much less passage of the bill. The county operates on a calendar year. SIXTY-FIV- E hatever work they MAKING THINGS a bit rougher is un- certainty as to federal revenue sharing THAT GROUP is contemplating implementing up to a four mill increase, two from a voted leeway authorization and two of three possible emergency mills. ' w percent of the total budget is for salaries and benefits. And utilities are just eating us alive," Mrs. Gibbons said. Employees are awarded an 'A percent cost of living increase and most are also receiving a Vh percent merit raise this year. 1 1 All of that leads to problems, as a $648,783 deficit currently plagues the county. A meeting Monday say department heads conferring with the commissioners in an attempt to begin figuring ways to pare that down. CUTS ARE easier said than done with Mr. Corbridge repeating the phrase that will probably be in everyones mind, "Dont cut me, dont cut three, but cut that guy behind the tree." They are looking at ways they may cut, Mrs. Gibbons said. If they cut, say, 10 percent in each department I see no way but to cut personnel. But here again I dont know how they could cut." USING HER own office as an example, she said one staff member is assigned to each area, such as taxes and payroll and it would be difficult to cut that pie up. "I really need more accounts," she added. Its reaching the point we cant just say work harder. Ive stayed until 4 a.m. in the morning, sometimes, with the staff. They get no overtime," Mrs. Gibbons said, while Mr. Corbridge related similar instances in his office where employees often either monies. The county has received double its previous amount, adding up to more than $200,000 a quarter. It hasnt been determined if that is based on the countys new population or is an error. Weve invested it in hopes we can earn interest, Mrs. Gibbons said. "You're not supposed to earn interest but how else can we do it. The money has really helped us but we only use what we have to. IT ALL adds up to rough sledding for county administrations that have traditionally been among the states most conservative in parting with tax dollars. "Conservatism has penalized us. We would be in Mr. Corbridge good shape, otherwise, said, indicating any increases are based on previous taxing levels. Legally, the county could go to 16 mills--- a hefty jump--an- d might have gone to 12 this year had it not been for House Bill 104. And both the auditor and assessor say it is doubtful the 16 would ever be sought. THE BILL stipulates the 106 percent ceiling only on odd years, meaning next year such a restriction wont come into play. But whatever is done that year must be figured in the next, an odd year. Added to that is the politics of it all, and 1982, for instance, is an election year. And in the meantime, the countys can't have a deficit thats against the law. TAXES ARE being figured on property differently, this year, as well. They're to be based on a factoring system instead of reapportionment, supposedly aimed at finding a common denominator." The county hasnt been reassessed since 1974, Mr. Corbridge said, although proper- ty values have skyrocketed, meaning taxing levels are probably only at about 55 percent of actual value. Such a change would likely mean a windfall if there were no legislative restraints. THE STATE and federal governments keep putting down to the counties (various responsibilities) but then they put limitations on, Mrs. Gibbons said. "The state constantly pushes but wont give us any want us to do more." help--the- y The county receives "very little" sales tax revenue, she noted, a source some cities rely on heavily. And until changes are made in cutting up the taxing pie, where more is distributed based on population, the county will see little benefit. Mr. Corbridge said. I FORECAST that (tax issue) will come back to the Legislature and get some consideration. It started at he said, indicating there had been talk of total distribution by population in years past. Faced with all of these hurdles, the county may have to look at implementing various departmental fees for services rendered. All in all, it will be nip and tuck before its through. 50-5- ommunity School Help m By MARK D. MICKELSEN CLEARFIELD -- Clearfield officials last Tuesday vowed to support Davis Countys Community School system to the tume of $2600 in city funds. However, because of some in the city's 1982 budgeting effort, there is no guarantee that all the money promised the school will be allocated. CLEARFIELD residents constitute about 50 percent of the enrollment in the schools, but the city is being asked to contribute over 50 percent of the funding, said Bud Allison, of the county comschools. munity He said most Davis communities support the program, but have been unable, due to and over 900 residents rolled. needed funding requirements. school system. budget cuts, to meet the COUNTY community schools offer specialized courses in mechanics, dance, business, skill development, enrichment, recreation, and a variety of other credit classes. Mr. Allison told the council a total of 72 course sections were offered this year non-colle- en- "Everyones feeling the money crunch, Allison said, urging the council to dedicate a portion of Clearfields 1982 budget toward the community HE SAID school officials fear a severe reduction in classes while enrollment continues to rise from year to year. This year alone, he said 31,000 people county-wid- e have been involved in some capacity with the school. THE TRADITIONAL idea behind the community school program has been to make the courses available to as many residents as possible, Allison said. He admitted that because of major budget cuts enrollment will have to be cut back or tuition costs raised. We're trying to hold the line," he said. MR. ALLISON asked the council to consider contributing another $2600 toward the program when they set up their fiscal budget. This year, the city set aside $3,000 for the school, but City Manager Gayle StajSi explained that the sum wiiPlikely have to be reduced by several hundred dollars in 1982. COUNCILMAN Neldon Hamblin told Mr. Allison he supports the idea of a tuition increase. Allison agreed, saying some classes pay for themselves while others do not. Responding to the school's request for money, Mr. Starks noted that the crunch has hit the city too." MR. ALLISON explained that he was paid for only 20 hours of work per month this yeaL while he and several ofher administrators put in up to 60 hours of service. Mr. Starks reiterated that the city will not be able to pinpoint an exact amount on the school contribution until after the city budget is completed in July. COUNCILMAN Hamblin motioned for the council to try and allocate at least $2600 for the coming year. Other supported the idea. The council agreed they could not formally guarantee the full contribution, however. |