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Show Data indicated Utah oil and Brad gas industry recovering Although the 1997 Legislature session is beginning to wind down, Representatives Tim Hatch and dey Johnson are geared up to see that Gloomy predictions for Utahs oil and gas industry appear to be exagger- ated according to data recently compiled by the Utah Division of Oil, Gas and While some experts have predicted Utahs oil would run dry some- time early next century, new data suggests otherwise. Many oil and gas companies operating in Utah have shown their optimism during the past year by significantly increasing their drilling activity, said Ron Firth, associate director for oil and gas. Also, during 1996, a decline in crude oil production that began in 1985 continued to slow. The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining approved 369 drilling permits in increase in 1996, the highest level since 1992. That represents a the number of drilling permits over the previous year. Most importantly, says Firth, is the number of wells being completed successfully, which is above 90 percent. Most recent drilling activity has occurred in Duchesne and Uintah counties, followed by San Juan, Carbon and Emery. While some analysts have predicted that the states production of oil would continue to drop, staff at the Division of Oil, Gas and Mining believe production rates are leveling off. Records show that the trend in production declines has decreased steadily from 9.3 percent in 1993 to 2.3 percent in 1996. The American Petroleum Institute ranks Utah 1th in the nation in crude oil production, while Utah Department of Employment Security figures show that the petroleum industry in Utah provides about 5,500 jobs and pays out $224 million in wages each year. For more information contact Jim Springer at (801) g. passed. Both Representatives Tom Hatch (R) Panguitch, and Bradley Johnson (R) Aurora, report that the Republican House Caucus is holding fast to the position of not increasing the gas tax. The Senate seems to be modifying its original position on this issue, with many members pressuring to increase the gas tax a small amount. Hatch stated that, if we must raise taxes under the present economic conditions, we will be in a world of hurt should there be a downturn in the 1 economy. The latest revenue projection, which were received by the Legislature on Monday, show an additional $28 mission dollars available to address State needs. The major portion of the new funding is in the Uniform School Funds, and can be used only for public and higher education. The 28 million includes approximately $14 million dollars in ongoing revenue and e an equal amount in money. Both Hatch and Johnson indicated that they would like to use the additional revenue for capital facilities and improvements, and not build the base budgets of departments which will require ongoing funding in future years. Hatch was the House sponsor for Senate Concurrent Resolution 4, sponsored by Senator Leonard Blackham (R) Moroni, entitled Resolution Encouraging Economic Resettlement of Rural Utah. Hatch stated in his presentation that the economic resettlement of rural Utah is important to the whole state, and over time, it could become our modern day planning equivalent of a wide street in a logical, well organized grid, as it serves to take pressure off the more populated regions of the state. The whole state will benefit as rural economies are strengthened and diversified. Hatch pointed out that of the 50,000 jobs which were created in 538-532- Board of Oil, Gas and Mining schedules Hearing The Utah Board of Oil, Gas and Mining will meet in regular session on Wednesday, February 26, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in the boardroom ofthe Department ofNatural Resources, 594 West North Temple, Suite 1040A, Salt Lake City. Division staff members will brief the board meeting at 9:00 a.m. and for- mat hearings will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. 1 one-tim- Questar Board declares 209th dividend without a reduction SALT LAKE CITY-Que- star Corp.s Board of Directors approved a $.305 per share quarterly common stock dividend, the 209th consecutive dividend without a reduction on Feb- II. The dividend, payable March 17, 1997, to shareholders of record on February 21, 1997, is the same as the last quarter and $.0 higher than a year ago. Also, recently, the Board of Directors of affiliate Mountain Fuel Supply Co. approved a dividend on the 1 er-share February 16, 1997 Juan Manuel Juarez, 26, of Los Angeles, CA, was attempting to pass k when the semi veered a into his lane, on near milepost 48. Trooper Doug Tenney reported that Juarez went off the left side and hit a post, sustaining a small cut on his hand. The driver was wearing his seat belt. February 17, 1997 Gregory V. Isabelle, 33, of Sandy Hook, Connecticut, was stopped fora traffic violation on near milepost 34 by Trooper Ken Pitts. Investigation revealed that the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and booked into the Sevier County Jail for DUI, possession of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. William A. Hill, 2 1, of Mt. Pleasant was cited for contributing to the delinquency of a minor by Trooper Kevin Bradshaw on State Road 89, near milepost 240, Sanpete. February 19, 1997 Cynthis L. Muller, 36, of Cedar City, UT, was stopped for a traffic violation on State Road 89, near milepost 44, b) Trooper Russ Whitaker. Investigation revealed that the driver was in possession of marijuana and semi-truc- February 22, 1997 George Martel, 39, of Rosemead near mileCA, was driving on re21. Roberts, post Trooper Kelly ported that the driver was driving a semi full of dry goods and furniture and was traveling too fast for conditions. He lost control and his vehicle rolled. Sgt. Meanea of UTIP (Truck and Inspection Program) and Trooper Hillim, Hazardous Materials Off the top Womens work is never done by Lori Olsen Jim clipped an interesting article for me last week. It is titled 'Women's Work' Still Never Done from the University of Utah. Boy... I feel like my work is NEVER done. Id like to share it with you. Utah last year, it would have taken You both work, but only one only 2,200 jobs in rural Utah to reof you cleans the house. How duce the unemployment to the state can you even the load?" asks average. the January issue of Reader's Representative Hatch also reports Digest. Utah State sociologist, that H.B. 34 , Modified School Week Gary Kiger, gives Digest readPilot Program, passed out of the house ers an answer: Have the man education standing committee on Febof the house share more of the ruary 19. Many educators from the routine workload with the rural areas of the state were on hand woman. to testify for the committee. Bryce Kiger, head of USUs SociValley High School Body President, Department, is probably ology April Johnson, also provided the commore popular with becoming mittee with valuable information from American women, and less so the perspective of students. with men, as a result of his Representative Bradley Johnson widely quoted studies suggestconsidered this amendment to be the benefits of both sexes ing friendly, and said that he was very household chores. In sharing thrilled the bill passed. Its been a the Digest, for instance, he says battle to get it passed. The bill is now that What matters is that neiwaiting for the Governors signature. ther side feels taken advantage Johnson also reports that HCR 6, of or unappreciated. Utah Wilderness Designation ResoNow, I'll bet none of you female lution, passed the House on Februfeel unappreciated. Right? readers is heard and be to 20, by waiting ary the Senate. This is the resolution that NOT! I have to admit my husband lot. But... when do I get is a product of the Emery High School helps out--- a read that newspaper? sit and down to Debate Class, in cooperation with I'm a maid And to those kids. Do just Representative Johnson and the Utah know where clean towels even they Office of Legislative Research. come from!? Finally, Representative Johnson is hard at work on finding funding for An article in the Washingthe Sevier Valley Special Events Centon Post last year called Friday, ter. He stated that, It is on the Bond"the night ofthe living dead for ing list, which is a major accomplishmany working women. It said men look at the weekend and ment, and that the rural caucus is making it a priority for funding. say, Gee, thats time forme," Both Representatives Hatch and whereas women say Oh my Johnson plan to continue to serve their goodness, now Ive got to get constituents to the best of their ability my job done at home. and encourage citizens to write with Hey, I feel that way almost every any questions or concerns they may There are times I dont even night! have. want to go HOME. I would rather stay at work where I have some control instead of going to a kid's den of MESS. At 5 oclock in the afternoon, I am just adults in a store, not through the mail. not up to a project of organizing kid There will be no free samples of cigaclutter. ju rettes or smokeless tobacco and there While many men assist will be no outdoor advertising allowed with dirty laundry and take the within ,000 feet of a school or public to 1 New FDA Regulations begin Feb. 28 If you are a smoker and 27 years old or younger, dont be shocked when you are asked to show photo identification every time you purchase tobacco products. It is a new FDA regulation beginning February 28, 1997. The purpose of the new rules are to prevent children and adolescents from becoming addicted to cigarettes and spit tobacco. Since 1991, smoking has risen 50 among eighth and tenth graders. The FDA has not meant these regulations to effect legal age smokers, but to target youth access and advertisement. Beginning February 28, 997, the FDA regulations say that there will be no sale of cigarettes or smokeless tobacco to anyone under the age of 8, nationwide. If a state already has a higher age limit, the higher age will remain. In Utah, the law requires a person to be 19 or older. The FDA plans to enforce this new regulation by conducting unannounced compli- re- sponder, responded to assist due to leaking fuel. No one was injured and seat belts were worn. February 23, 1997 John Mortimer, 49, of San Diego, near mileCA, was traveling on post 45. Trooper Bruce Turner reported that he was traveling too fast for conditions and lost control of his vehicle and it rolled one and times. Two passengers ages 8 and 14, sustained minor injuries and were treated and released, all passengers were wearing their seat belts. Sheren Pierson, 64, of Kanab, near mileUT, was traveling on post 46. Trooper Bruce Turner reported that due to slick road conditions her vehicle went off the right side of the road, rolled once, and went down an embankment into the bar pit. drug paraphernalia. She was also She was wearing a seat belt and was ance checks using underage youth. charged with having an open con- not injured. Retailers who sell to minors risk penAlbert Jordan JR., 30, of Sherman tainer of alcohol in her vehicle. She alties of 250 dollars or more. Curnear was arrested and booked into jail. Oaks, CA, was traveling on Utah also conducts compliance Connie Noyes, 59, of Hanksville, milepost 62. Trooper Bruce Turner rently, checks and there is a possibility of dual UT, was traveling on State Road 24, reported that due to speed too fast for fines. To ensure there is no sale of near milepost 39, when she fell asleep conditions, the driver lost control and The hit the on Mark wheel. cigarettes and smokeless tobacco to at the right guardrail Topham Troopers and Bruce Turner reported that the vehicle then went into the median. He minors, the FDA is requiring that driver went off the left side of the was wearing his seat belt. No injury. clerks ask for photo identification of Marlene Stewart, 46, of Central everyone under the age of 27. roadway and rolled one 12 times and then went down a 76 foot embank- Valley, UT, was traveling on State Beginning August 28, 1997, the ment. The driver was wearing her seat Road 118, near milepost 14. Trooper FDA regulations state there will be no belt and was taken to Sevier Valley Kelly Roberts reported that Stewart cigarette vending machines or slid into a ditch and hit a stop sign Hospital with minor injuries. displays except in places that due to slick roads. She was wearing February 20, 1997 have anyone under 8 present. never Aliesha Purper, 17, of Gunnison, her seat belt and was not injured. Tobacco products will be sold only in Leo of Bowen, 41, Henderson, UT, was traveling on State Road 89, a direct, exchange. There near mile- near milepost 204, Sanpete. Trooper NV, was traveling on sale no be will of single cigarettes or Denis Avery reported that she lost post 20. Trooper Lane Ogden reported fewer than 20 cigarettes. with lost control the on the that driver control of her vehicle on the icy roads, icy packs trailers rear and the his road two of and smokeless for was She the once. vehicle cigarettes Coupons rolling transported to the Gunnison Valley semi rolled into the median. He was tobacco will be redeemable only by Hospital where she was treated and wearing his seat belt and was not released for whiplash. She was not wearing her seat belt at the time of the accident. February 21, 1997 Paz Ramirez, 4 , of Grand Juncnear tion, CO, was driving on milepost 9, Sevier County. Trooper Bruce Turner reported that his van lost control on the slick road and rolled onto its top. All occupants except one were wearing seat belts, and only the 6 Kids's Lunch Deals! SandwichBurger Specials one not restrained sustained minor Ju!l $, M w back injuries. drink, Met, iemmde seepl Kevin Verbeck, 21, and his pasthree-quart- February 26, 1997 Salina SunGunnison Valley News Page 3 the bills they are sponsoring get nt ruary Johnsons legislative report er 1 1 self-servi- 1 1 playground. Tobacco ads generally must be in black text on a white back- ground without pictures or colors. y There will be no of any gift in item to or exchange for a anyone tobacco or as part of a sale of cigarettes or smokeless tobacco. Hats, or other items identified with a tobacco brand will no longer be allowed. In 1994, the tobacco companies spent more than 4 billion on advertising and promoting their products. To show how successful their advertising give-awa- campaigns are, thirty percent of and 91 percent of can identify Joe Camel as a symbol of smoking and nearly 50 of kids who smoke own at least one promotional item from a tobacco company. Interviews by Kiger and USU sociologist Pamela Riley with about 300 households in southern Utah showed these results: Among dual-earncouples, 39 of the women men said percent do much more of the cleaning, while 73 percent of women said they were doing much more. Among traditional" couples, where the wives stayed home, the gap was even wider: 29 percent of men said the women did much more of the housework and 76 percent of women said they did much more. There 's no surprise women do the vast majority of work, Kiger told the Logan Herald Journal. "...when you ask how they feel about the arrangement, the men are satisfied. The women are not." Disagreements over such things as who makes the bed can signal other marital problems. If you can 't work that out, your marriage is not going to work," says Kiger. er I guess our near 20 year marriage is doomed. Well, we don't argue over who is going to make the bed. I DO IT! If Jim decides to help out and make it, I try not to let him see me fix it. I guess that's my problem. At the same time, he assured readers of the Ogden Standard-Examiner, Not all men are schmucks. Some men do help out significantly around the house. Fair doesnt mean 50-5- he says. 0, You just have to feel comfortable with the rangement. ar- Comfortable? Or too tired to try and teach my old dog new tricks? In our 20 years of marriage, Jim has come along way. I don't have to ask him to help out anymore. He now has an eye for analyzing the home front and finding something helpful to do with little verbal communication. When I have to ask or when he says, "Where can I help?" ... Well, it kids soccer or ballet, Kiger just makes me feel more guilty. I'm told the Post, they generally an independent strong women. I see themselves as helping should be able to keep a household orout." Their wives, on the other ganized and tidy all by myself. This hand, are organizing and man- attitude could be why the chores are aging the work and feel ulti- not shared 0 and why I may never mately responsible for it." get to sit down and read the newspaper. And it may also be why my work Boy, Kiger has got that right. I feel is never done! guilty asking my husband to help with the laundry... Then I feel more guilt This column is the product of Loris when he does more laundry than I do. rambling and often disjointed Then, of course, I need to thank him thoughts. This conversational style for his assistance. That makes me feel piece does not reflect the opinion it's ultimately my job! of this newspaper. 50-5- three-year-ol- I Need a Good Income? 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