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Show 50¢ Vol. 80 No. 3 INSIDE THE NEWS THIS WEEK Friday, January 16, 2009 From Commissioners To County-Manager Form of Government…A Change That Must Be Learned By All Looks Like a work of art… Tasters table snack for Recycle Utah Fundraiser and Membership drive… See more on Page A3. Four of the five (Chris Robinson sitting on far end not pictured) seated directly after being sworn in by Judge Hilder. Photos by Cheryl Ovard/SCN Editor CHERYL OVARD SCN Editor You never know who you might run into while walking the streets in Park City during the Sundance Film Festival. See dates of its happenings on Page A3. Coalville, Utah 84017 This year, the Board of Summit County Commissioners will no longer be…and the Summit County Council is in its place awaiting the transition into the new form of government! As Judge Hilder so eloquently stated prior to swearing the new five council Members…”These men and women were elected and are here to do it right…it is a very serious thing. It matters that when we raise our hands we make a commitment (and an oath). An oath is, among other things, a solemn promise to do things and keep obligations in the future…you are making that Chris Robinson being sworn in oath!” by Judge Hilder. When these five newly- elected officials raised their arm and repeated the oath…”I, (their own name), do solemnly swear that I will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of this State and I will discharge the duties of my office with fidelity”, they immediately took their places in the Chambers in the Summit County Courthouse and were ready to “make it happen”. John Hanrahan was nominated and unanimously selected to be the Chair, and Claudia McMullin also unanimously selected to be the Vice-Chair. Dr. Hanrahan brought the meeting to order and proceeded to ask the audience for any comments. Glenn Brown, introducing himself as a “Citizen of Summit County” first of all announced his support of the new Council members. Brown, who has been a Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives, stated the controversial issue of salaries which had not yet been set at that time. He cautioned the Council members to remind (them) that …”you were elected to serve the public; it is an honor to serve…” He went on to state that this is “not a job and this is not about how much you make…and work…you have a public duty to serve.” He was concerned that there are more concerns about how much they will make verses the service they have “…been elected to give.” The first action, Brown brought out, (should be)…to set a “…very modest and a very conservative (salary) that is reflective of the times that we are serving in! He stated that he believes that this action will “…set the tone” in the beginning of the Council members and what they should be compensated. The County Council met on Wednesday, Jan. 14, to discuss their new salaries. Glen Brown, in regards to salaries, did state that he felt they should have “some compensation” for their time! Mike Crittenden, a member of the committee which discussed and researched and presented the “Plan of Government for Summit County” prior to the voting at the election which adopted the council-manager form of county government as provided by Utah Code Ann. 17-52-505. “The structural form Retains without change all existing incorporated municipalities, and vests the legislative powers of Summit County in the Summit County Council and the executive powers in the County Manager. He also had a few suggestions for the Council, which were handed out to them in a booklet put together by this committee several years ago. The hardest transition will be, as witnessed in this first meeting, going from the Board of Summit County Commissioners to the council-manager form of county government. Powers are different, decisions made in a different manner, and there is a lot to learn by the Council, which will be monitored by Brian Bellamy, acting County Manager until one is selected, and the legal attorney’s of Summit County. Goals were made on Monday by the five Sworn in County Council members. They are listed under a separate article on Page A3 of the “Summit County News”. Follow along with the Council as interviews will ensue for the new County Manager as soon as possible, but there is no real rush, and they want to make a very careful and researched selection. This person will be very important in the service and actions regarding the council-manager form of government! Summit The Golden Eagles, The NAC’s Sled Hockey Team Defends Their Title ning them in the evening 6-0. On Saturday, they played Phoenix, and won 4-4. Heather Gray, Program Manager (3 years) and Ellen Adams, Competition Program Manager for Sled Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Bob Sledding, and Alpine Ski Team and new to the program, are both excited about the team and their achievements. One of their members is in Japan with the National (USA) Sled Hockey team, selected by his outstanding capabilities as an athlete in this sport! The Western Sled Hockey League is in its second season, and the NAC’s Golden Eagles defended their title from the 0708 season. The five teams participating in the WSHL for the Today H39 L18 Mostly Sunny Saturday H39 L20 Mostly Sunny Sunday H41 L19 Sunny CHERYL OVARD Monday H41 L21 Partly Cloudy SCN Editor Friday and Saturday, Jan. 9 and 10, the NAC Golden Eagles (located in Park City above the Park City Ice Arena) played their hearts out once more and won the Western Sled Hockey tournament, becoming the Champions in the Western Sled Hockey League, which is in its 2nd sea- 08-09 season were the National Ability Center’s Golden Eagles, the USA’s U-20 team, the Colorado Avalanche, the Phoenix Coyotes and the Sacramento Lightning. All teams will be USA Hockey registered. They played in Sacramento just recently and won 3-1. Sled Hockey takes great strength and stamina. The team practices together twice a week, and then one more time individually. They are an outstanding team, full of energy, both on and off the ice. Congratulations to the NAC Golden Eagles, and good luck in the upcoming games! Check out their website www.discovernac.org for more information. son. They won against USA (under 20 years old) team on Friday morning, with a 4-1, as well as Sacramento with a 3-1, and then again played Colorado win- Tuesday H41 L21 Partly Cloudy Wednesday H39 L21 Partly Cloudy A New Stage For Entertainment and Enrichment…Henefer Park’s Pavilion Thursday H37 L21 Partly Cloudy Inside The Summit County News 1 Section 12 Pages Opinion A2 Happenings A5 Movies A5 School News A7-8 Public Notices A9 Obituaries A9 Classifieds A10-11 CHERYL OVARD SCN Editor A new addition is going up on the Henefer City Park near the bowery – a much needed and beautiful outdoor pavilion and stage for the use of Henefer townspeople throughout the year. The 4th of July Celebration, an annual event which draws people from near and far with its programs, entertainment, booths, food and fireworks, will be able to put it to good use in 2009. It has long been a desire of the people and Mayors as well as the Town Council to create a stage in which the programs and entertainment could be held on, eliminating hauling the stage from Coalville every year. This year, thanks to the combined efforts of The Rap Tax award of $13,100, combined with money from the Henefer Town and the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, made the dream become a reality. CONTINUED ON PAGE A3 Photo by Cheryl Ovard/SCN Editor Utah State Capitol - Reflection Pond…A beautiful addition to the grounds at our lovely State Capitol. 2009 General Session Utah State Legislature is Jan. 26 - March 12. |