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Show i i i , ' . "III ft I go Pag 2D Jfa, x Lakesid 9 Review Wednesday, February 16, 1983 ; v Poico GVo Tips r m(p)lyQQS HgIp quent practice of bank procedures developed for use during robberies helps minimize fear. If you practice enough, the procedures will become auto-- , matic and youll have more control during an actual robbery. Cummings says the main idea is to get the robber out of the bank as fast as possible. He is probably scared and may be on drugs, making his behavior un-- . By SHIILEY KANCITIS Review Correspondent ROY When the economy is in a slump, bank robberies in- crease, according to George ' Cummings, community rela- NEW ROY Chamber of Commerce President Val Costley anticipating increased chamber activity. is tions officer for the Roy City police department, As part of a crime prevention program, Cummings visits area banks and advises managers on how to react during a robbery and how to detect fraudulent currency and check schemes. In the past, police would respond to a bank robbery by coming through the front door with guns drawn. Cummings says the emphasis has shifted from immediate capture of the suspect to protection of bank employees and customers. We dont want any hostages taken. Our prime focus is on protecting lives. Cummings stresses the im-- r portance of bank personnel remaining calm. He admits it may be difficult, but says fre predictable. If the person hands you a note asking for money, do what it says. Your safety comes first, says Cummings. During a robbery, employees . should be observant and note the persons facial features, hairstyle, type of walk and speech patterns. Although bank robberies receive more attention, the great-es- t monetary loss is from crimes like forgery and kiting, a scheme to bilk banks or other businesses out of money. "We try to alert businesses "ft; ;; ROY The new president of Roy Citys Chamber of Commerce, Val Costley, is determined to revitalize the organizations role as a spokesman for Roys business community. We havent adequately re- Pierce is an honorary member of our board of directors and he is interested in trying to create a positive climate for business in Roy. possible. Despite current negative economic trends, Costley is optimistic about the new $10 millpresented the business community in the past and our ion shopping center which will board of directors intends to be built in Roy. It will spruce change that, said Costley, who up the area and with Harmons is vice president and manager as a base, I predict it will be of the Family Banks Roy ofsuccessful like the Family Centfice. er at Five Points. The chamber hopes to double The chamber has also apcurrent membership from 60 to pointed four new members to its 120 members. As part of this board of directors. They are Rogoal, chamber members plan to ger L. Nuttal, second contact each business in Roy of the chamber and a cerand discuss current needs and tified public accountant; Alex concerns. P. Hurtado, manager of the One of our failures has been American Health and Sports lack of support for the promoCenter; John March, a pharmation efforts we sponsor such as cist at U&I and Brad the dance during Roy Days, Syme, manager of Kentucky said Costley. We hope to in- Fried Chicken in Roy. crease interest by establishing The chamber meets on the a retail merchants committee fourth Thursday of each month and becoming more sensitive to for breakfast or lunch at a local the needs of the retailing comrestaurant. For information on munity. joining the Roy Chamber of Costley believes the mayor Commerce call any board memand the city council are more ber or Nancy Granducci, the chambers executive secretary, responsive to the business community than in the past. Mayor at vice-preside- nt Co-o- p; disbased on four elements tance of the call, duration of the call, time of call placement and number of calls placed. To educate telephone customers, about measured service, Mountain Bell has organized a group of spokespersons who present information, answer questions and listen to customer responses about measured service. The telephone company representatives give presentations to various organizations along the Wasatch Front, from Two types of measured serBrigham City to Spanish Fork. District Manager Phil Andervice would be available under the proposal. One would provide son says: We provide coma access fee, includ- munication that is simple, clear and easy to understand. By preing a monthly calling allowance. The other option calls senting the subject in a slide d access show and form, we , for an even a but each can effectively illustrate the adwith for fee, charge call placed. In either case, vantages of a Measured Service measured service would be option. Many service clubs, senior four-eleme- nt , low-pric- flip-cha- rt lower-price- . If h& familiar or seems suspffcW&Sr verify his phone number knd . and counterfeit currency should ex- checks. Employees amine the full surface of the bill, check to see if the portrait and denomination match, and if there is depth and detail in the When a check or portrait. is copied, there is order money often a glossy look and the pap- address in the phone book. To check whether the persons signature matches the endorsement on the back of the check, have him turn the check n it. If upside down and the check is stolen, it will be more difficult for the suspect to copy the original signature. Employees should also watch for inconsistencies. Big deposits with cash paybacks may mean re-sig- er feels more slippery than trouble if previous deposits have always been for small usual. amounts. Another potential schemes of Detection kiting involves careful verification of problem area is when a customall aspects of a transaction. A er makes a few small legitimate dishonest customer will often transactions and then withtry to confuse or anger the teller draws a large amount. When counterfeit money is so she forgets to be thorough, An honest used, employees are usually desays Cummings. customer usually doesnt mind aling with a victim, but when bad checks are passed, the infollowing rules. validia checks To determine stigator of the crime is often ; ty, the employee must rely on involved. ; Hair Care Salon Moves Measured Service Competition, new technology and inflation are factors which may cause the price of local telephone service to increase substantially in the near future, according to Mountain Bell officials. In an attempt to continue to provide service at a relatively low cost, Mountain Bell is proposing a new, optional measured service pricing system in Utah as an alternative to the present flat-rat- e system. , facts as gaflieHyi,'ifVrtt diisfoWifels iiti when we hear about a kiting scheme in the area, says Cummings. It also helps if businesses cooperate with each other in preventing crime. Modern printing techniques have increased the amount of Chamber President Pledges Involvement Phone in Changes Silling With Area Community Include Roy ni "Twvtr.'si To citizen groups and community action groups have already heard the presentation. Location The response has been very positive, says measured ser- vice representative Narena Hase. We encourage persons in the leadership positions in the community and other organizations to call us and arrange a presentation for their respective organizations. Mountain Bell is scheduled to file the measured service request with the Utah Public Ser- vice Commission later this year. If the request is approved, optional Measured Service may be available to customers in late 1983 or early 1984. Any telephone customers interested in arranging for a presentation about Measured Service, or simply wanting to know more about it, are invited to call 237-396- 1. New CENTERVILLE February was the grand opening of Main Street Cutting Co. in Centerville, located near Dicks Market. Main Street Cutting Co., formerly known as Hair Etcetera has been part of the Centerville scene for some time. Their new location is decorated with a combination of plants and antiques that reminds one of spring even on a windy winter day. In addition to hair care, the salon will also be doing facials and nail care. Christy Chance, owner of the salon is a resident of 825-324- 2. Recent Convention Davis Farmers Honored Two Davis County farmers won recognition at the recent Young Farmers Association convention in Salt Lake City. Bruce Roberts, an onion farmer in Kaysville, was one of two choices in the second runner-ucategory for Utah Young Farmer of the Year. A slide presen p tation was given at the awards banquet picturing the farming operations and lives of all Young Farmer of the Year candidates. Flint Richards of Farmington Men's Fashion won the 1983 Public Speaking Award at the convention. JEANS Wrangler, Brittania A NEW KITCHEN IS EXCITING Rg. to $27.00 Lion's Cords & Slacks ' r 150 Pair i s6.99 Reg. to $27.00 Entire Stock Boy's Pants & Shirts Sim 8-- SrrWf Viii" II |