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Show SALT PALACE- - It Can Be Stopped In the past six weeks. The Review has attempted to make public points of view opposed to the construction of a three-pha- se Salt Lake County Civic Auditorium complex. Most or all of what we have revealed has been available from the beginning to those responsible lor keeping our community informed. There remains much that has not been written; most of what has not beat written, however, can serve only to emphasize points brought forward in the six-p- art series concluded with this issue at The Review. As we have stated, editorially, it has been our purpose to Inform where information heretofore has been withheld. The Review will continue, from time to time, to Inform on matters relating to the Salt Palace complex planning as facts are brought to our attention. a large seg The public, meanwhile ment of it, at least, has asked, Can the project be halted? , i Yes. A qualified yes." J It can be halted if a sufficient number Salt Lake County residents want it halted. It can be halted if someone, group or individual will lead the dissenting community in an effort to halt the project. Without individual initiative, however, talk of halting the project is meaningless. One alternative procedure to stop the Salt Palace project would be simply a referendum. There is no provision in the statute' for a referendum to eliminate an established county ordinance....but a referendum could have two results. City Commissioner James L. Barker observed that a sufficient number of names on a simple petit! cm in an election year, could have significant results. Should the county commission choose to ignore a referendum, however, the Utah State Supreme Court has Indicated its stand that with or without canstitu- - I 5 I 1 is in violation of the federal constitution. tioaal or statutory provision for elimination of a law, the laws are made in the The contract, they point out, in paraname of the people and the people will graph Nine, provides that lessee (the not be denied an opportunity to change county) shall indemnify lessor )th the law. church) against any taxes assessed) If regular referendum procedures are against the lessor. Because the church-own- ed followed, such action would require at property least 18,000 signatures of qualified vo- is subject ,to state property taxes, the county undertakes to Indemnify a church notarized signatures to be pre ters sented to the county clerk or county for taxes in violation of the constit some legal authorities have asserted) recorder. The referendum should then be turned Some legal authorities have told the over to the county commission and on Review that the lease with the church is their failure to act, could be placed on in violation of the state statutes authorthe ballot. izing such projects as the civic auditorIt is suggested that such a referendum ium. The statute and the county ordinshould offer an alternative county ordin- ance which created the auditorium boar ance. Such an ordinance could require provides that the board shall retain comdie payment of costs incurred and re- plete control over the facility. A disent-in-g view declares that the lease violates funding of the balance of the borrowed this provisioa....tbat the county surrendmoney to the bonding company. The substitute ordinance also could ers a portion of control in exchange for modify the original ordinance, providing the lease. for disposal of property or alternative The state statutes on civic auditoriums and less costly use of the property. it is declared is violated in the lease This course is favored by The Review. of property itself because the lease We have suggested that Salt Lake in act incurs a deficit of $1,600,000 cultural plus Interest without the public having County construct a one-ucenter designed to accommodate needed had an opportunity to vote on such an cultural activities, such as opera, ballet indebtedness. Such a plan would and art displays. The lease indebtedness, legal authorleave athletics to the superior facilities ities point out, also violates state statutes of the Universities along the Wasatch in extending indebtedness beyond the Front area. It would leave conventions current year, as provided in the general to the private interests who largely county fiscal statutes. benefit from them. A legal question asked: does the coThe project can be halted by a law ntract deprive the county of its power suit. of eminent domain. Ronald N. Boyce, deputy Utah attorThe lease prohibits assignment or a ney general, told the Review that even sub-leadepriving the board of comThe though there may be no statutes in plete control and management existence or any constitutional provision lease establishes the character of nse for rejection of a county ordinance at of the facility. It provides for loss of this late date, the courts will hear a suit the property on failure to meet terms of brought in the interest of the taxpayers. the lease. There are several local views on how Legal minds hava asked, tha embaraz a law suit could arise. sing question: Is it a lease or an option: Some lawyers believe that the contract to buy? The language of the lease calls) between the county and the LDS Church it a lease. JH - o - r- w sr r ti - v nit se, - fvs r--- w- - j- 'SkVs $ $110,000 Dam In Question By Examiners (Continued from page 1) an interest free loan of $110,000, It involves a Fish and Game Commission grant of $27,000 toward the project in exchange for fish storage rights in 200 of the 1,000 acre feet of water. The sponsors, Mr. Bingham said, will contribute only $43,000 to the project Total cost $180,000. Both the Secretary of State and Attorney General Phil L. Hansen Bhowed concern that the sponsors will not put up $43,000 cash, but will be credit! with investment of labor and use of equipment. The attorney general questioned the failure of the water and power board to place the project up for bids for engineering and laborr rather than credit' .such unbid services, to --the. sponsors share of the project , Mr. Bingham admitted that the water and power board never considers the amount of money loaned by the board in relation to the amount of acre feet of water concerned. He said the UWPB does favor smaller then added that this project projects has been before the board for five years. Not mentioned In the discussions, and possibly not directly related to the dam was a Fish and Game Commission investment of $11,530 in highway and water construction at Manning Meadows cited in the 1962-6- 4 biennium report The Utah Water aim Power Board report for the same biennium showed -- anticipated total cost of the Manning Meadows project at $135,000 with the board scheduled to loan only $81,000; and the sponsors scheduled to put up $54,000. Mr. Bingham told the board of examiners that the UWPB has not committed funds to the project, but has indicated that it will favor the plan. Mr. Miller pressed on the ratio of water to funds being loaned and Mr. Bingham admitted that the ratio In this project "is not as great as some. specifications, he wanted it clearly understood that he will not support Water and Power Board Interest free loans for investment purposes. Such loons, he said, should be limited to the development of the state's 'water resources. The public Interest factor should be high, whereas the Manning Meadows project is seriously limited in the scope of beneficiaries, the governor said. The attorney general Interrogated Mr. Bingham in detail as to the financial ability of the sponsors to pay more titan tiie $43,000. And Mr. Bingham noted Gov. Rampton indicated that he would that the time allowed for repayment favor putting the project up for bid once of water board loon (up to 30 years) the contract is prepared. The Secretary 'and the feasibility of the investment ofStateasked if any tf the money in- t With private loon interest added to total cluded to the cost estimate Is forengin-eerln- g s east were factors considered n nuking work already done by. the spon' ' the loan. sors. Gov. Rampton told Mr. Bingham that Mr. Miller said he heard reports that he wants a complete accounting of what there was a $25,000 obligation incurred is put into the project by the sponsor by the sponsors for engineering. Mr. besides labor. He emphasized that he Bingham said that engineering investwanted no profit factor involved in the ment to date has totaled only $1000. project He did not say if the sponsors remain Before Che unanimous board of examto that amount, but emphasized iners vote of approval of plans and obligated that the states $110,000 is dedicated specifications was entered the Secrewholly to the proposed contracts. tary of State noted Oat his vote in no Mr. Bingham observed that tha state way reflects what his position win be on has security in the loan in taking possesthe final agreement He added that he sion of title to the water and land until is deeply concerned about the financial the loan is repaid. responsibility of the sponsors; and he is Gov. Rampton emphasized that while concerned about letting a contract withhe was voting to approve the plans and out bids. The Other Side Of The Ledger (Continued from page There win be 1) it is required to build larger law enforcement bodies, larger and more highways and other public facilities. Tourist dollars are not to be depreciated, but they do not come without cost The community is spending about $1 million per year to pay off the debt on the Salt Palace, besides it must pay whatever operating deficit develops, in addition it must make up the $96,000 lost from property taxes formerly paid on the two block property down-tow- n. In addition the community will have to pay more to help support a symphony which must give concerts two nights instead of one as at present. The cost of obtaining tourist dollars seems to be an ignored factor - the only Important desire is to bring them in here. The Review advocates a smaller view. A cultural center, at a far less cost would be a magnificent asset to our community. A symphony hall is needed, an art gallery is needed. The athletic facility and the convention center are, to the minds of a growing segment of the community, luxuries financed and supported on a tenuous basis. There are three other worries about this operation that concetti us: 1. Pe Civic Auditorium Board has been in operation for about pro years during both those years they have not been required to make any kind of forecast of their expenditures They have not had to meet the normal public obligation of other governmental bodies to budget their proposed expenses. Their operating fund has derived from the interest on the investment of the $17 million derived from the bond sale. .True, they have not exceeded this amount (about $500,000) during either of the years but they havent had the need to hold themselves to a budget. There were many, two years ago, who advocated the policy of paying off the interest due on the bond with the funds from the investment.... normal procedure. 2. A second item which concerns many about the management of the complex is that the civic auditorium board has been selected by the County Commission to sit as the board to administer the recently assessed motel room tax. This tax is intended to benefit the tourist economy of the entire valley.....but instead its administration is assumed by a board whose primary interest is the development and advancement of this structure. They may be qualified to do so, they may not this was never questioned, they were there, so they were assigned the function. The board convenes as one committee to carry out one set of functions - then It adjourns and reconvenes as another board, all in the same afternoon. 3. The parking situation at the site is also a matter of concern. The Missing Link cites the need of 3, 125 te parking' and close by. stalls - plus from 600 to 1,600 off-si- te Salt Lake 'City ordinances require one 180 square foot parking space for every 10 seats. The board advertises it will have 16,830 seats. According to this they should have 1683 parking stalls on site. on-si- w V A A 700 parking stalls on site. The conflict with city law win probably be met by an exception granted by the Board of Adjustment. As one city planning and zoning board employee told the Review They never pay any attention to what the city requires, anyway. Some legal authorities protest that the purchase price win actually exceed the maximum price as stated in the bond election. In addition to the $17 million, there is 3.08 per cent bond interest, plus $1,600,305 that must be paid eventually for the land owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints, plus four percent Interest - or $64,014 on top of that This interest will be reduced by a rental fee of $1500 per day - $500 less than the total expected rental fee for tiie total facility. ' Every community must make decisions as every individual and every private company must make decisions. The choice must be made Is this the right occupation for me as an Individual, Is this the right business for us as a private firm. Likewise should not a community have to decide is this the right kind of endeavor for us? Or are we rushing in headlong because it has become, nationwide, the thing to do? Is Rock Expert There are few areas in which a 12 year old boy gives older men competition. But Bryan Shafer holds his own in any age group in the Wasatch Gem and Mineral Society. Bryan, a 6th grade student of Granger Elementary School became interested in rock collecting due to a neighbors interest in the subject After cme trip to a gem filled mountain his enthusiasm grew limitless. Now his jeweled belt buckles, bollo ties, earrings and elegant rings have turned a hobby into a thriving business. As a member of the gem society he and the members take weekend trips to different areas in which special rocks are found. Petrified dinosaur bones are found as close as Silver Creek Junction and other rare stones in southern Utah and Delta areas. DATE YOUNG displays the latest thing in bikes PAINTER lif nr i t' 4. note the steering wheel handle bars, SKETC- H- Believes In Painting it eiT' Unly lror A Meaning 1 St 1,'f by Jeanie Kempe Studio Arts, 2263 East 4800 is displaying the landscape and surrealistic pointings of a singer, a trombonist, a teacher, a gemologist, and a design engineer The paintings are the work of ate person, John E. Marsh. Mr. Marsh wanted to know and do everything and he was pretty good at everything he South, see and know. I paint for color and beauty, not for money, he declared. The world needs more laughter and beauty, he said. Art takes you from error and puts you in a positive light. It prevents you from being selfish. He is designing a large mine bore at Machinery Center, Inc. to be shipped to In- He tried the trombone and played nationally with a band. He tried singing and sang in operas in Washington, D.C. And he has taught in colleges throughout the nation. Everything you see around you Is art, he explained. He studied gemology at the University of Arizona where he could paint the land and dig precious stones. 1 point what people like to dia. design machinery with the same feeling I design a painting with, he stated. Machinery serves a purpose for mankind in his life. This philosophy and his varied experiences are expressed in titles of his paintings such as God Controls Life, Man Controls Industry, Metalism and Chemical-is- m. 1 Mr. Marsh surrealism first attempted in 1962 when he Schreyers Opens New Mall Branch new branch of Schreyers Sig Schreyer, president of Type Right Store is opening Schreyers, Inc. ispastpresi-t- hi week In the north endjL dent of the National Office Dealers Association. the Cottonwood Mall, retail managers-- -. Kemp, Schreyer s said today. CPEKIHS FOP The new store marks the MALE OR FEMALE of continual 27th year business development since Schreyers BEAUTY OPERATOR first opened their doors in 1939. The company was startPREFER FULL TIME BUT WILL CONSIDER ed by Frans Schreyer as a PART TIME. CONTACT typewriter repair business. MRS. RAE LOWE, OWNER This led to the sale of writers, and later, calculators, machines, Cest Bon Beauty related office equipment A it's brand new with the sports $ $ 4 Ilf iplikshlft! 0 was required to submit some abstract, modem or surrealistic work to enter the Santa Barbara Contemporary Art show. Paint a KadinskL he was told. Til paint like me, wahhls answer and he walked off with first prize. Mr. Marsh believes in painting with a meaning and his paintings express wonderment. In his surrealistic paintings he tries to capture the feeling of a scientist at the point of discovery. He admits that you cant expect to please everybody. I paint to exalt Gods greatness, he said. With so many talents and so little time, Mr. Marsh eats cme meal a day, works to 1 A.M. and is up again at6A.M. And I never feel tired, he said. Mrs. M. E. Boss, a San Diego friend of Mr. Marshs will also display work at the gallery. Her landscapes were all painted on the spot in countries all over the world. Studio Arts is exhibiting 22 of Mr. Marshs paintings, and the artist announced that an other 174 lbs. (13 more paintings) are on their way. SCHWINN FASTBACK STING FAY w& x SCHWINN FASTBACK SWIG-RABUY EASY Y Jr NOW ON W . TERMS JO J Hm What a bike I That combination of narrow tires, lightweight frame, and 5 speed gears adds up to Speed! For breathtaking getaways, long effortless rides. Adjustable saddle and handlebar too! Sensational new stik-shi- ft. Chrome plated fenders. You have to ride It to believe it. Holladay Feed and Bike Shop 4644 Holladay Blvd 277-262- 6 SThtoe - Salon Today, Schreyer shandies a complete selection of famous names in office brand machines, Including the widely accepted Olympia typewriter The Cottonwood Mall store will offer these items plus office furniture, stationery, and supplies for the business office and home study center. CEST BON CONVENTION HOTEL- PARK CITY PHONE in PARK CITY - 649-95- OR 485-33- 33 59 IN SALT LAKE CITY e enreand cn Many stones are found on the surface, but Bryan is. rock-bagalways prepared with his pick, shovel, and canvas A lapidariest washes the stone to check the fine grain. When water is not available, as in many cases, they lick the stone to see if it contains a good grain for jewelry. The enthusiasm for the hobby has so injected the family that even his little sister has started licking all rocks to see if they are worthwhile for her brother. Bryan has a rock machine which polishes, grinds and cuts the stones. His next project is to purchase the expensive facet cutting machine which he will be able to use in cutting precious states. His facet cutting of a Smokey Quartz, a gem found in Scotland, has been judged by experts to be one of the finest cuts by a N ffil ibWh ar c PEitfki it met $4 qtT) code 452 wtuouwiaar n.aeaw wiauaaiiiapwii tuun in mu MTtua a BfcnMocmiii ! ; |