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Show SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS News WEDNESDAY MAY 9, 2001 Knowles Canyon on Lake Powell to close temporarily for study Glen Canyon National Recreation Area superintendent Kitty L. Roberts announced a coop- erative study between the National Park Service and the U.S. Geological Survey to determine what impacts may be caused by recreational use in Lake Powell side canyons. Three of Lake Powells 96 named side canyons-Moqu- i, Forgotten and Knowles, all uplake from Bullfrog and Halls Crossing, were selected for the study since they are similar in width, depth, geology and sun exposure. As part of the study, Knowles Canyon will be closed from May 21, 2001, until September 2002, authorized by superintendents order, 36 Code sured to determine the effects of of Federal Regulations 1.5. The inflow currents and the amount canyon will be signed and buoyed of water exchange between side to indicate the closure. canyons and the main body of This study will provide an as- the lake. Sediment samples will sessment of the physical and be examined for the presence of chemical characteristics of side contaminants such as petroleum canyons. It will aid in identify- products. Bacterial testing will ing processes that may affect be coordinated with the study, overall water quality at Lake and beach erosion will be moniPowell, which in turn will help tored. in the management ofrecreation in side canyons. Sampling will be conducted during both high and low visitation seasons, and water will be tested at multiple depths and longitudes throughout each canwill be mea yon. Micro-curren- ts Interesting tidbit If you have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish someplace... you are among the top 8 of the worlds wealthy. Another Big Winner at Utah Ueutenant Governor Olene S. Walker (I) presents Cheryl Brown (c) with the 2000 Silver Bowl Award for Kane County. County volunteer coordinator Karen Glazier (r) also attended the ceremony at the Provo Marriott. Cheryl Brown receives service award Recently Cheryl Brown was presented with the Silver Bowl Award for Kane County for the year 2000. The award ceremony took place at the Provo Marriott and was hosted by the Points of Light Foundation in conjunction with local Volunteer Centers. Recipients from across the state were honored by Lieutenant Governor Olene S. Walker who presented each winner with a Silver Bowl. Each county Volunteer Center has the opportunity to submit names of outstanding volunteers in their respective communities, and Kane County Volunteer Center reviewed several service records of local citizens and decided that the type of quiet, dedicated volunteer service that Cheryl gives well represents the kind of citizenship that Kane County is attempting to foster. Cheryl has been a dedicated volunteer for many years and is currently acting PTA President at Kanab High School. For many years Cheryl has donated time and effort to support the annual Christmas Festival, Western Legends activities, and other community programs. She volunteers her time at the high school and is currently serving on a committee committed to bringing a Youth Center to the Kane County area. Cheryl is also a dedicated church member whose service extends across all ages. She is a loving mother and a wonderful neighbor. The County Commission and the Volunteer Center of Kane County would like to offer Cheryl our congratulations and thanks for the time and service she performs. 1995 Victorian Extremely Clean 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home 28 59 Sq. Ft Intercom Larg,e Kitchen Hardwood Floors, Patterned Carpets 9 Ceilings and Crown Moulding, Hig,h Efficiency Heating, & Cooling, Quiet Neighborhood Fantastic 34 Acre Lot with 360 Views CALL FOR FREEVIDEO TO VIEW THIS PROPERTY! Dirk Clayson ooo ERA Sonya Kimball Winner of the Washer & Dryer at Honeys REAL 3-D- ay Sale! ESTATE Always There For You (435)689-123- 7 ERA Utah Properties 30 East Center Street Kanab, UT 84741 dirkkanab.net |
