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Show JUNE 13, 2001 A7 environment, and the ladies attired in is submitted to the County’s voters for cluded in their favor, I don’t believe of Speech when economic boycotts, or black and white brought back memories of my childhood, as I was raised in Sweden during my early years. The temperature inside Stubli was "just right", and I felt quite comfortable in the atmosphere surrounding me. The approval.” threats of them, close down newspa- plaint fails to state a claim upon which . and “That relief can be granted.” the Court deny the relief sought i in the that this will have any effect on Wasatch County’s voter approved change The ability of citizens to change limited to petitioning to vote on forcing the current government to FORM A no clothes. Although deplorable, the merchants actions are understandable. On the STUDY marzipan would assume that the Courier would agree) such as: “1) The Plan had been reviewed and approved, as required by law, by the Utah Attorney General wherein this relaxing an atmosphere, how delicious | the food, and how inexpensive I found Midway's Stubli & Chocolates establishment to be. I couldn't believe my good fortune, when I saw the 15 per- cent off coupon in this week's edition of the Courier!!! I'll look forward to my next trip there! M. Bonan 7 president’s note—I’'m sure Dan appreciates your letter. He tells us he 1s working on the marzipan pigs. And remember, as much as we like Stubli, if the strudl sucks, “youl ead about it in the Courier. é Pardon Me. Pullan about the Duke-Kohler _. Ch esch) law- suit concerning the change of government in Wasatch County. Mr, Pullan did an excellent job in justifying the Duke - Kohler (Tesch) position in the case, and he was absolutely correct in responding to that lawsuit in the affirmative on such issues as — “the plaintiffs are voters of Wasatch County”, etc. I would guess that the Courier comments about an additional “hurdle” referred more to the County’s response to some other items: Item 9 of the lawsuit: “The population of the five voting districts are not equal.” County response: “Defendant is without information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegation, and therefore denies the same.” Item 11 of the lawsuit: “The deviation from the population equality...violate (Ss) the Equal Protection Clause . County response: “Defendant is without information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegation, and therefore denies the same.” been Section 2.05. Reapportionment. and. Adjustment of Council Districts General). In other words, if the county OFFICIALS do not want a change - no _ change will be possible!! So much for citizen right to petition. As voters may remember, there was more than a little controversy leading up to the voter approval of the change of government last November. Who . can forget the early morning meeting to decertify the petition or the last minute reprieve by the AG’s office to allow the voters their opportunity to express their wishes? I believe it was Mr. Tesch and Mr. Pullan who together met with the Attorney General to voice their concerns about the Plan. Some may also remember the “interesting” placement of the ballot or the ballot itself, putting “NO” before “YES.” But that is all “water under the bridge,” we — now need to unite as a community to elect seven good people to serve the reapportioned, community for a limited time. if necessary, by the Council within one year after each decennial census report. Upon reapportionment, Council Districts should, to the extent practical, remain consistent with their original geographical configuration and representation, allowing continuity and ease of contact between res- — idents and district Council members.” By way of explanation, the Plan was formulated using voter registration numbers because there were (and are) no numbers showing the population The voter reg- istration numbers could have been removing evened somewhat by precincts from Heber City and adding them to the County districts, but it was felt that geographical integrity outweighed that division and the Attorney General’s Office agreed that the figures met the substantially equal criteria. -. Prior to being placed on the ballot, the Plan was extensively reviewed by not only the Utah Attorney General’s Office, but by the Wasatch County Attorney's Office. If I remember correctly, Mr. Pullan reported in a meeting that he had spent 140 hours (or about 10% of his time in the six month period prior to the election) on the Plan. There was no _ intention of Gerrymandering to adversely affect any area or to cause one area to have an influence out of proportion to its voting strength or population. The Plan was formulated with the intent to provide more representation and to | minimize consolidation of powers in the hands of a few. It is interesting to note that the “Equal Protection Clause” seems to only come into effect after a census; witness the proposal for realigning Congressional Districts now taking place. Equality of population within districts will only occur for that one moment of time at the Census I am certain we can trust our County Attorney will conduct a vigorous defense of the people’s choice for a change of government, as this suit continues in court. I would congratulate Mr. Pullan on his advocacy of, and support for, the Children Justice Center. It seems to be a cause worthy of involvement. soever. These close minded, silence. What do we hear from the pulpits? Pious nothings while the Constitution is trampled in the dust. The Courier could take one additional step to Stamp Out Coniinnnisni The Couner reports it is in a financial jam resulting from loss of advertising revenue. A handful of loud mouth local nazis have terrified a number of merchants into canceling their ads by threatening boycott. While it is no surprise to an iutside observer than the mentality of the who did and quit, [3] those who never advertised in the Courier, but do advertise in the other paper, and [4] those who don’t advertise in newspapers. The Courier’s supporters deserve the opportunity to point out to the merchants who advertise but do not sup- port the Courier that they too can boycott, but to do that, they need to know who to target. Give us the list. _ Keith Baker Heber Keith’s NOTE—We passion appreci- However, we don’t-think boycotting businesses who don’t advertise with us 1s the answer. We appreciate those who have supported us and know tt takes courage to be in the parade rather than simply watching it go by. The fact 1s we just are not making money, but either ts the Wave. The difference is, we don’t have a printing press. This ts where money 1s. Olde Swiss Square 210 East Main, Suite 202 Wasatch County’s Source for News Midway, UT 84049 (435) 654-2661 © (435) 654-2531(f) ¢ editor@ wasatchcountcquricecom MEMBER: UTAH PRESS ASSOCIATION/ASSOCIATED PRESS Dan Stephens Derek Jensen Dixie Bishop Russ Riggs Editor & Publisher Managing Editor Office Manager Sports Editor STAFF WRITERS Derek Jensen ¢ Tim Westby ¢ Paul Swenson CONTRIBUTORS Art Director Books ie. and _ response. WASATCH COUNTY ~ Matt Heimburger the business in this matter— [1] those who advertise in the Courier, [2] those ate Wren protect Constitution— publish the names of the business that have stopped advertising in the Courier, It is one thing for the Courier’s fans to patronize those merchants who advertise in the Courier, but there are four types of | PRESIDENT’ Robert selfish, pope nee Attorney 1. Council Districts shall have substantially equal populations and shall be division geographically. There is an old adage that says “You can’t fight City Hall.” While not totally correct, it is incredibly difficult. Please allow me to add a few points to the County Attorney's comments had _ equal. 2) The Plan specifically addresses the issue of reapportionment, to wit: As hectic as life has become here in Heber, I just wanted to write to let people know how issue researched and approved. The plan used the best population distribution figures that were available at the time, which were deemed substantially pigs — a special treat — but there's always hope!) specific the r° It tasted so fresh and delicious, that I _ savored every drop as I sat in the comfortable wood chairs and viewed Timpanogas through the sparkling clean windows. What a delightful, relaxing time I enjoyed there! The brownie I bought was so rich that I enjoyed taking half home with me, for later enjoyment that evening. (The only thing missing were little European (not Le puccino, again pleasantly surprised at its price and generous portion: *§2.25. self righteous communists should be roundly and loudly condemned and reeducated by all members of the community. But what do we hear from our local leaders when nazism triumphs in Wasatch Co.? Only a thundering Attorney ? County AGREE to the relief asked for by Duke - Kohler (Tesch) and void the voters approval of the change??? Personally I would have preferred a more vigorous affirmative defense (1 County || to the Swiss Cafe! in Sedona, Arizona, when I lived there many years ago. - Tordered a single cap- of the local Nazis— and you know who they are, you can read their letters in THE OTHER PAPER every week— have no redeeming social value what- whose PT Toe “proven” that the proposed district were not “substantially equal;” will the other hand, the anti-American actions COMMITTEE, TAI regularly going tainly does not seem to refute the charges, it merely says “we don’t know.” One would have to ask: If it is mem- bers would be basically appointed by the current government (including at least one of the proponents of change). The plan would then have to approved by that county government and the oon Pi and I’m sure, legally, correct; it cer- meernreernyy While the response was technically and chocolates assure my return at least weekly as a treat to myself (if not more often than that)! The two young ladies who assisted me, gave me the most delicious cappuccino I've had since ae te deserts complaint;” a county government is now pers that have the courage to stand up and point out when the Emperor has rT foods, “Plaintiffs’ com- A of County response: hh assortment 3 Aaron Taylor ¢ Nicki Callahan ¢ Cameron Woolley Erin McGuinness Circulation/MIS Security Amber Stephens Dylan Stephens Ramona PRESIDENT/CEO Michael J. Kearns the | the Duke-Kohler (Tesch) suit is con- chants had at least a modicum of respect for the Freedoms promised— not guaranteed, but promised— in the US Constitution. There is no Freedom pln until a revised, constitutional plan . 1. A declaration that the Plan is unconstitutional and therefore void; Communists, Nazis, and Spanish Inquisition is alive and well in Wasatch Co., one nevertheless wishes these chicken (expletive deleted) local mer- “ I finally had the opportunity to take some time off for myself recently, and went to the new Stubli & Chocolates coffee haus in Midway. I walked into the shop and was pleasantly greeted by the ladies in attendance at the time. Stubli has an open, clean and European | 2. An injunction prohibiting the County from implementing the Plan enumeration. In a mobile society, it becomes an impossible standard to continually apply. It may also be interesting to note that in the last session of the legislature, the change of county government law was again modified. Unless The Duke - Kohler (Tesch) lawsuit then asks “for relief as follows: 1 Stubli Satisfaction | or ry renee WASATCH COUNTY COURIER |