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Show PAGE SUMMIT COUNTY NEWS A4 4NRcs Conservation Corner What will happen to your family's farm or ranch? BY KIT PHARO (www.pharocattle.com) Forward: I found this article by Kit Pharo, of Pharo Cattle Company, to be a thought-provoking look at the importance of communication in planning your farming or ranch business. Although the NRCS does not offer advice on financial planning, trusts, or family businesses we do encourage our producers and the community to take a proactive approach in all planning issues. The scenarios that Kit provides offer a starting point for some of us to examine and improve upon. If you have questions regarding conservation programs offered by the NRCS please contact the Ogden Field Office at (801) 629-0575 or the Coalville Field Office at (435) 336-5853. The NRCS is an equal opportunity provider and employer. – Craig McKnight, NRCS District Conservationist Coalville. The farm or ranch that you live on is your business. It is your livelihood. It is more than just a place to live and a lifestyle. Unfortunately, farmers and ranchers are among the world's worst at taking care of business and at securing the long-term future of their business. Since most farms and ranches involve more than one family and / or generation, there is often an increased level of conflict and discontentment. It doesn't have to be this way. Many multi-family farm and ranch operations are very happy and successful. They take time for communication, as well as for long-term strategic planning and goal setting. They have mapped out the future of their business. They have worked on management transition and succession. They have identified the potential obstacles and threats and they have made plans to deal with them. To help you consider what is going on in your operation and what could go wrong, I am going to share a couple of scenarios. These are not true stories — but they could be. I hope to challenge you to take a good look at your family farm and / or ranch. Is it headed for a promising future — or a terrible wreck? Consider the son who stayed on the family farm with expectations that "this will all be his someday". At the age of fifty, he is nothing more than his daddy's boy and a hired hand. Do you think this man is happy? What about his wife? They have a son of their own who is old enough to come back to the family farm. They, of course, will discourage it. What will happen when Daddy dies? Is the 50-year old son ready to assume the job of management? Hardly. He has never had the opportunity to learn about management. What will happen when both of his parents are gone and his brother and sister who live in the city want their share of the inheritance — and they want it now? It's very sad, but the son who spent most of his life on the family farm will have little to show for it. What will happen when key members of your family's operation die? Death is inevitable. No one will get out of this world alive. Do you have a plan in place to deal with those situations? Do you know what your family will want to do with the farm or ranch in the event of your untimely death? If they will want to sell it, there is no reason to make plans to the contrary. Don't ever assume that members of the older generation will die before members of the younger generation. Consider the family that seemed to be doing everything right. They decided that when their son turned twenty-one, they would begin the process of transferring ownership of the ranch over to him. At the age of thirty, he would own most of the ranch. When the son was 26years old, he married the love of his life. The whole family loved her. Tragically, though, the son was killed in an accident when he was only thirty years old. Two years later, his widow marries the local gas station attendant. Now who owns the family ranch? Communication is the key to the long-term success of a family operation. Do your best to get all involved family members together for a series of meetings. You need to establish some common or shared visions for the family farm and / or ranch. Then you can put together a plan to make your visions come true. It won't happen on its own. Many have discovered that it is best to hire an unbiased outsider to serve as a facilitator, at least for the first few meetings. Keep in mind that some families will never be able to work together toward a common goal. You can't change that, but at least you will know up front that you cannot afford to waste much of your time, energy and money on the family farm or ranch. Life is much too short and precious to live in frustration and disappointment. Flag Day June 14: Celebrated the same day as in 1777 when the Second constitutional Congress adopted the thirteen stripes and thirteen stars flag! The Flag - and the meaning of the 13 Folds The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world. The 4th fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance / The 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decature, "Our Country", in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country right or wrong. The 6th fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that We pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all. The 7th fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect out country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic. The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day. The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded. The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for defense of our country since they were first born. The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews' eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians' eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust." Subscribe To The Summit County News 783-1471/336-5501 17, 2011 2011 Summit County Rodeo Royalties announced The Summit County Rodeo Queen and Little Buckaroo Rodeo Royalty Competition was held on June 4 At the North Summit Elementary and Summit County Fairgrounds. The contestants competed in speech, modeling, interviews and horsemanship. The Rodeo Royalty contestants also competed in a photogenic competition and took a general knowledge test on rodeo and Summit County. The Rodeo Queen for 2011 is CC Pentz from Echo. She is the daughter of Shanna Pentz and Dusty Pentz. 1st Attendant is Kendall Wilde from Wanship. She is the daughter of Clint Wilde and Kerri Wilde. Summit County Little Buckaroo Queen for 2011 is McKaylie Richins from Coalville. She is the daughter of Jeff and Lisa Richins. Little Buckaroo Princess is Jaycee Marchant from Kamas. She is the daughter of AJay and Janalee Marchant. Little Buckaroo Jr. Princess is Grace Crystal from Hoytsville. She is the daughter of Amos and Rachel Crystal. Others competing were Aubree Jacobson and Corre Jacobson from Upton. All contestants did a great job competing. Thank you goes to Amiee Wilde for organizing the contest. Left to right: 1st Attendant – Kendall Wilde, Rodeo Queen 2011 - CC Pentz Left to Right: Princess - Jaycee Marchant, Little Buckaroo Queen – McKaylie Richins, Jr. Princess – Grace Crystal Summit County Board of Health members announced CHERYL OVARD SCN Editor The Flag - and the meaning of the 13 Folds JUNE Monday evening, June 13th, three new Board of Health Members were announced for Summit County's Health Department. They are, from left to right: Lynn Nilson, Heidi Smith, and Patricia (Trisha) A. Lindsay, PhD. Lynne Nilson resides in Francis, representing the Kamas Valley on the Board. She and her family enjoyed their 18-year old daughter, Hanna, graduating from SSHS this year. They also have a 15-year old daughter, Hailey, who completed her freshman year at South Summit. "As a public health professional for over 25 years, I wanted to be on the Board of Health to be able to contribute my expertise and experience on a local level." Heidi Smith lives in Silver Creek. She has one son, two dogs, and also many friends and neighbors, which she enjoys. "I have spent an entire career involved in health care management and administration including public health. I appreciate the fact that public health improvements have had the most significant positive impact on the health of the community. What could be more important!" Trisha Lindsay, PhD, representing Park City - lives in Old Town. She is married and has two children. " I have been involved in health care in Summit County for over 20 Years." The three new members join ranks with Board Members Carolyn Hollingshead (Chair), Judith Jung (ViceChair), and Carma Burns and Summit County Councilman John Hanrahan. The new members replace: retired Dr. Robert Winn and Jimmy Gines, and Candace Erickson, who passed away recently. Used book sale at the Summit County Library The used book sale at the Summit County Library located at the Sheldon Richins Building was down on sales this year compared to last year's total of $6,900 - but as Tina Blake stated, "...every dollar earned is still a dollar to use on behalf of the library!" The actual sale total was $5,600.70, with book sales totaling $4930.95, memberships, $580 and donations of $89.75. The Summit County Library staff would like to thank all those who participated, helped with the organizing of books, and who donated books for the sale! Thanks especially to the volunteers! The Summit County Council is seeking members to serve on the Peoa Recreation Special Service District. The purpose of the district is to provide for the public health, safety, and general welfare of the residents living within the jurisdictional boundaries of the district. The district is authorized to provide recreational services and programs through facilities or systems acquired or constructed for that purpose through construction, purchase, lease, contract, gift or condemnation or any combination thereof. Interested applicants may send a letter to P.O. Box 128, Coalville, UT, 84017 or email Vaunade Swensen at vswensen@co.summit.ut.us . For further information, contact Anita Lewis at (435) 783-4351 ext. 3220. Deadline for receiving applications is Monday June 22, 2011 |