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Show i tUe In This Issue. . . . SUMMIT COUNTy Dan's P''" . dedicATEd to servinq summit county CoalvilU, UT 84017 101995 Volume 60 Number Friday, November Commission Notes by Pamela Robbins A public hearing concerning the Preliminary Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit, Red Pine Adventures, White and Red Canyon areas, turned into a hot debate session on Monday. In fact, the commission chambers proved to be too small to hold the crowd, and the District Courtroom had to be utilized. Applicant, Stephen Osguthorpe, made a request to the Summit County Board of Commissioners to approve the permit which would allow him to conduct winter and summer recreational tours of the area. The proposed project is sub- ject to the provisions Left to right: .Henry Nyggnrd, Clifton Blonquist, Earl McNeil, Glen Brown, and Arlin Ovard. Absent, Tom Brown. county planning commissions. Attending from' die east side were: Arlin Ovard, Cuff Blonquist, Glen Brown, Earl MpNeil, Henry Nyggard, and Tom Brown. Unable to attend was Koy Page. West side members present were: Max Greenhalgh, Dick Kohler, s Donna Van Buren,JiIl Jones, Mark Young, and Eric Schifferli. Doug Toole was unable to attend. "We are happy that you are here tonight to meet together and get things on the road," the group was told by the BCC. "Together you can make a difference and a positive one, but be advised that there is a lot of hard work ahead of you." Doug Dotson and Leslie Bums, as well as several otAers from the planning staff, was present to lend some continuity to the meeting and to meet the new members and offer some advice as well as present some guidelines which have been written to assist them. Listed as a possible agenda was the following: 1. Introductions; 2. State of County Message (copies of this can be found at the Clerks Office or planning dept.); 3. Pending Planning Ordinance for adoption on Nov. 13, 1993; 4. Eastern Summit County Planning Zoning Map appropriate development; 3. Existing projects (lists were handed out to the members); 6. Select Chairman and Vice; 7. Joint Planning with Basin; 8. Per Diem and attendance. Members will receive $60 per meeting plus $.40 per mile. The west side commission received the same set of guidelines "with the exception of being told that they need' to commit to a field trip, naming a time and date. Although some guidelines were listed, Mr. Dotson was quick to make sure that the members knew that nothing was "set in stone" and input from members is not only heeded but important The date of May 6, 1996, has been set up and established as the hate for the east side members to follow a draft which has been drawn up for their use. "Some issues must be addressed before then, but the planning staff will be on hand to be of assistance. We (the BCC) have agonized over the setting of a moratorium but feel it is needed," said Commisiioner Flinders," with Commissioner Richins adding that it "must get done within the sixth month time frame". Two mayors present, Larry Deaiden, from Henefer, and Merlyn Johnson, from Coalville, added their comments and questions to the meeting. Johnson stated his concern about . "what is coming off pound us", wanting to know if people will be "kept in the dark"? "Water and supply." Mayor Deaiden expressed some of the same concerns, and added that even though Henefer is incorporated, it is important to be kept in the light about what is going on. Dotson stated that, in order to keep people in touch with, what is going on, and to assist the new members," several town meetings will be held to inform the public about issues and to find out their concerns and receive suggestions from them." Commissioner Richins added that often " people do not turn out to meetings and later complain." Hopefully by taking the meetings to the people part of this problem will be taken care of Doug added that the focus will be on "going into the community to figure out what will happen". One of the newly formed planing staff members who was also a member of the former one, Glen Brown, mentioned that it would be important "to talk with city officials to determine urban growth boundaries." Member Cliff Blonquist stated he feels the tovns planning and zoning committees need to interface with the planning commission, adding to uniformity and a feeling of knowing what is being planned. While the members of the east side woe excused to hold their own meeting, the commissioners met with the west side to present to them their charges and receive input from them. Those attending felt that a positive move has been made with the forming of the two commissions, and the members, although feeling somewhat overwhelmed, look forward with excitement to assisting the county with plans for the future. Personnel Director Brian Bellamy met with the commissioners to discuss his contract He was recently hired to take the place, of Mike Swallow, who was the Personnel Director. When questioned as to the hiring procedure for the new public works director, recently vacated with the resignation of Drew Harper, Mr. Bellamy was quick to offer the following information. The job vacancy was advertised in the local papers, as well as Daily Salt Lake papers and The' Ogden Standard Examiner. After receiving the applications, resumes are gone through matching the job with the requirements for the job and their qualifications. A review committee consisting of Mr. Bellamy, member of public works, and two others from outside the county who have knowledge of road and bridge build-- ing will review the applications and what they have to offer. He will then make a recommendation to the BCC at which time they agree, disagree or send "back to the drawing which time the process again. can either the matter board" at will begin The same hiring procedure is planned for future hiring practices, feeling that it is fairer and will offer Continued on Page 9A of the Snyderville Basin General Plan and development Code. Planning staff member, Corvin Snyder, took some time to brief the BCC about the proposal and said that the staff recommends holding a public hearing and after that, review and evaluate the project and determine whether this project can be conditioned in a manner to allow the applicant to proceed with the proposed summer and winter recreation tours with minimal impacts on the surrounding neighborhood.. As a portion of his presentation, Snyder told the BCC that on June 23, 1993, the planning commission forwarded a negative recommendation. based on review and discus- - County Election Results With voting taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 7, in the county and city elections results were as follows: Coalville Councilmembers. three: Thomas Moore, 276; Joan Judd, 260; Wesley Robinson, 232; Kenneth Trone, 120, and Roger Palmer, 64. Oakley Councilmembers, two: Delray Hatch, 182;, Robert Johnson, 140; Terry Morrison. 66, and Stanley Page, 43. Kamas Councilmembers, three: Diane Walker, 221; Betty Gines, 168; Tom Snyder, 164; Gary Padfield, 160; Darrell Thomas, 134, and Randall Taylor, 126. Francis Councilmembers, two: Tassic Bushell. 93: John Woodard, 70; Greg Ballard. 68. and Terry Harris, 46. Henefer Councilmembers, two: Teresa Davis, 96; Joe Fawcett, 92, with 13 write-in- s. Park City Councilmembers, three: Chuck Klingenstein, 991; Hugh Daniels, 830; Paul Sincock, 703; Ruth Genelius, 333; Marty Stattin, 333, and Louis Hudson, 393. Blanchard Bound Over For Trial Nov. 27 On Wednesday. Nov. 8, in Circuit Court action, presided over by Judge Roger A. Livingston, John Blanchard was bound over for trial in the Capital Homicide case of StateBlanchard, despite arguments from Defense Attorney Jerry Mooney, stating that there was not enough evidence to try the case as a Capital offense. John Blanchard, 31, of Park City, has been charged with murder in thp strangulation death of his Patricia Blanchard, 46, also of Park City, on Sept. 19, 1993. Witnesses for the state gave testimony concerning the events leading up to the arrest of Blanchard, and the cause of death, which was listed as strangulation by the mediex-wi- fe cal examiner's office, despite nu- merous other injuries. Attorney Mooney argued that although there was sufficient evidence to go to trial, the case should not be tried as a Capital offense, stating that the "evidence was too thin as to entrance, with intent to burglarize. There is no evidence to support sexual assault charges or burglary." Continuing his .iivl3 A e B SECTION SECTION 10 pAQES 4 pAQES Planning Commission Hears Concerns From Residents Surrounding Recreational Facility County Commissioners Meet With New .Members of The Two County Planning Commissions; Offer Suggestions The board of county commissewer issues are of major concern. sioners stayed a little later than Water has always been a concern in ; usual on Monday so that they could the North end of the county, and meet with the new members of the there is a need for a secondary water Forty-thre- 5A A 5A argument, Mooney stated, "The state doesn't have evidence to show the defendant planned to murder his wife. After slashing the tires of a vehicle in the garage, the defendant didn't take any weapons with him into the home. None at all. People don't plan to murder with their bare hands." Judge Livingston questioned Mooney concerning a personal statement admitting to the. crime asking him whether he thought that "the personal statement indicated motive"? Mooney replied that the defendant "was in shock and emotional at the time the statement was written," and indicted that Blanchard himself "had been abused during their tumultuous relationship. "The defendant has been cooperative throughout the arrest procedure. The most significant thing of all, is that there is not enough evidence to try the case as a Capital offense." Terry L. Christiansen, Summit County Deputy Attorney, argued that "there is indeed ample evidence to try the defendant on the larger charge. Blanchard entered the home to commit theft or murder." Blanchard admitted himself that "he had planned to kill his for. months." A personal statement by the defendant stated, "I did it tonight, I have no regrets." The defendant allegedly "entered the home through a window, went upstairs and turned on the light in the master bedroom to make sure neither one of the children were present" The state says also indicative of intent was the "slashing of the vehicles tires, in case an attempt was made to escape. Socks were worn, with no shoes, in a desire to ex-wi- fe bequieL Christiansen ended his argument for the state by saying "There has been more than enough evidence given to try the case as a Capital offense." Blanchard was bound over for trial and will make his initial ip pearance in Third District Court on Monday, Nov. 27, at 9 a.m. sion, after holding a public hearing on June 12, 1993. On Oct. 19, 1993, the applicant modified project plans regarding the use of snowmobiles on parcel PP-2-Steve Hail, attorney for Mr. Osguthorpe, told the board that the Osguthorpe family has owned the property for many years, including 20 years of agricultural purposes. For the past two years, Conditional Use Permits have been given for snowmobile use on the property, with some revenue lost because of not having enough season time to prepare, after receiving the permits. A cabin, placed at the bottom, would allow patrons to be outfitted in proper winter gear and helmets to A. help protect against injuries. Portable potties would be available for now, but with the sewer and water systems available in the area, the applicant could put in better facilities if he receives approval. According to Hail, Osguthorpe has made arrangements for the additional safety of guests in that each tour guide would remain with them, and that the guides must be trained in first aid and CPR. Two way radios would be used and LifeFIight can be brought in should the occasion arise. The snow machines are all up to date and none of them are over one year old, so they would be current with emissions and use guidelines and less noise. Liability insurance has been purchased and trails are well groomed. The applicant would also install shielded lighting if asked to do so. All needed utilities are available the BCC were told. Applicants Osguthorpe addressed the board and told them that "in the summer months, patrons are taken up the trails on horseback. I have tried to respect my neighbors and have spent close to $13,000 on the placement of new fences that were hand placed to alleviate some of the noise factor from saws and trees and shrubs were left in tack wherever possible. This was done to keep the animals from straying onto lawns and other property. "Because this is a recreational area, we want it to be accessible to guests and tourists who come into the area, so that we can show off the beauty of the area. We will stay on our property and the neighbor can stay on theirs. We have also arranged for a snow cat to transport the visitors to the staging area to help with the noise factor. We would ask that we be able to con tinue to operate a small operation, showing off the pristine area to tourists and those wishing to participate." Patricia URoake, attorney for the homeowners, told the BCC that "to be consistent with the low density countryside zoning, there is simply no way they can approve this permit One problem is that it violates the general plan that protects residents from reasonable impacts in the environment," another is "that the code projects the habitat for humans as well as animals." When developers came to apply to. build in the area, only 12 lots were allowed, because of area standards and codes. The attorney continued her remarks by adding that printed brochures done by Mr. Osguthorpe stated, "If you think snow is dull or depressing, come for what is called a roller coaster ride" "Times are from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m., with discounts being offered for group rates." Dean Harper, sound engineer from the U. of U.. who has a masters degree from UCLA, was asked by the attorney to present an audio of the sounds he had taped in the area. This included hearing quiet sounds and birds singing to the sounds of snowmobiles starting up 10 feet away. This was done to show that the statutory decibel level for noise was 23 percent over the line. "Add to that the whine and noise of the vehicles going up and down the hills and the noise is definitely a nuisance, " the attorney said. "There are some serious procedural problems here. Commercial buildings aren't allowed and if a Chevron Station wanted to build there, they would be denied, and yet time is a cabin placed there to facilitate the operation. Fuel for the vehicles would come from storage tanks placed at the bottom, necessitating the need for the snowmobiles to go up and down the hills on regular intervals. Where the needed items would be placed for the summer horse operation hasn't been made exactly clear either. "A violation of the code has come with the odor, lighting, noise factor, sharp turns on the road, as well as loss of privacy. Residents have complained before, concerning sheep in yards, lights in windows, which have subjected residents of the subdivision to problems." Continued on Page 9A Rail Trail Committee Discuss Agenda For Upcoming Year On Monday, Oct. 30, at noon, members of the Rail Trail met to discuss their agenda for the upcom- the canyon to Provo. State Parks is working on alternate routes. ing year. In attendance were: David Heritage Foundation, gave Sally the following information: Utah Arts Council occupies the Union Pacific Depot in Salt Lake City. It was donated by Union Pacific Foundation. Sally and Larry will draft a letter to several persons in charge requesting the donation of die easement or fee title to the land at the western end of the Rail Trail. Julie Osborn and Roger Roper phoned to say that they are working on having our listing ready to be placed on the national list in January. Discussion was held concerning Hampshire, Joan Calder, Laura Ritter, Harry Reed, Lucille Harrington, George Hull, Craig Smith, Marianne Cone, Jennifer Toomfcr, Alison Costello, Penny Cunningham, and Tina Quayle. Marianne Cone brought sketches and potential layout for the Rail Trail guide booklet Larry plans to write a grant proposal for possible funding to the Restaurant Tax Committee which will be meeting in February. In other business, Larry now has funds, and paving of the Trail will begin in the spring. He is also working on easements and alignments with the property owner, Austin, to interconnect to Jordanelle. Hariy emphasized the need for a smooth surface on the Jordanelle Trail. Lucille Tuttle, State Parks Board, discussed the difficulties in connecting from Jordanelle along the Provo River, around Deer Greek and down Dena Williams, of the Utah preserving the old county courthouse in Wanship and moving it to the Wanship City Park or to the Rail Trail. Members of the DUP (Daughters of Utah Pioneers) would like to help. Perhaps the move would be a good cooperative project with the Summit County Historical Society. Next group meeting will be on Jan. 29, 1996. |
