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Show 10 Thursday, March THE GREEN SHEET 26, 1987 Valley Fair Mall Wap? (X) r) Awaits Wrap-u- p Of Renovation by Dick Brimley Valley Fair Mall GRANGER. Grand opening activities later this spring at Valley Fair Mall will mark the conclusion n of a dollar renovation program. That renovation, starting with the massive task of installing concrete paving throughout the mails parking area, will be concluded during the next few weeks as construction crews put the finishing touches on work that has not only enhanced the retail shopping centers appearance, but also added new stores and services. The great faith in the growth of the West Valley area is evidenced by the dollar renovation investment by Valley Fairs developer, Winmar, Inc., the investment arm of Safeco Insurance Co. The total leasable area, the area occupied by stores, is 608,000 square feet The major stores are ZCMI, J C. Penney and Mervyns, with more than 100 specialty shops. The mix is very diversified, offering 12 eating places (most of them in the new Cafe Fair food court), 11 places to buy shoes, eight places to buy jewelry, a selection of womens apparel that includes three department stores and 14 specialty shops, plus accessories, photo shops and a fresh flower shop. During the past two years, a number of new stores have opened at Valley Fair: 11 in Cafe Fair, Copper Rivet, Lane Bryant, Pedersons, Regis Hair Stylists, Pave, Masseys, multi-millio- multi-millio- n Cassies, Bermans Leagher, Graphic At Pioneer Valley Hospital Impressions, Connies Valley Floral, Kay Bee Toys, and Kids Mart. Scheduled or under construction at the present time are The Limited, five new theaters, Essence Perfume, a new Music Stop and the Soc Shop. Many innovative changes inside and out make the mall very upbeat and modern. New color schemes, nine giant skylights for more natural high clock tower light and a in the center court are some of the 32-fo- notable features. Each of the skylights has more than 300 theater marquee lights for accent. On a clear day or night, aircraft headed for landing at the airport may be seen from the food court or center court as they pass. Customers are greeted by a completely new facade front to rear and 46 acres of concrete parking lot, one of the largest in the country. The addition of new stores creates additional jobs. More than 1,200 people work full time and part time at Valley Fair. Many young people start their first retailing jobs at the mall. Many have worked their way into management positions or have paid their way through college while working at Valley Fair. The growth outlook for Valley Fair parallels that of the community. Statistics show that the trade area increased almost 75 percent between 1970 and 1980 and is maintaining an excellent growth rate today. It is estimated that between the years 1990 and 2000, the total Valley Fair trade area will experience a growth of 111,430 persons, reflecting 65 percent of the Salt Lake County increase. Valley Fair continues to grow with the community. Outpatient Center 'Operating' Maik Fotheringham by Pioneer I alley Hospital WEST VALLEY. Pioneer Valley hospital has continued to enhance the quality of health care in the West Valley area, the most recent addition being construction of its new outpatient surgical center. The $350,000 addition, unveiled during a dedication ceremony last month, not only accommodates a greater volume of outpatient surgeries, but also provides patients with increased comfort and privacy, according to Lois Jones, RN, the center's nursing supervisor The old outpatient surgery department had been running at capacity for the past couple of years," commented Mark Fotheringham, public relations manager. And the demand for outpatient services is likely to continue rising. We feel we are now prepared to meet the demand for fast, economical alternatives to traditional inpatient hospital stays. In addition to the new equipment and facilities. Pioneer Valley has also expanded its community education programs to include much more than the traditional first aid and CPR classes. New offerings include lectures, seminars and discussions on a variety of womens health topics (i e. osteoporosis, birthing opexamination;. tions, Classes are also available on smoking cessation, general fitness and nutrition, aerobics, medical terminology and more. The list for prenatal education and fitness classes is even longer. In essence, we have put together a small community college for education in healthcare topics," said The best part Mr. Fotheringham. about the program is the ability of our education department to tailor the classes to the needs and requests of the community. at the West Valley Days celebration, Pioneer Valley has participated in countless health fairs at local schools and businesses. Scores of youth groups have toured the hospital for a first hand look at medical equipment or presentations on medical careers. The personal finance class at Granger high even got a presentation on the cost of healthcare from Pioneer Valleys business office manager, Bob Gross. I think it was a rude awakening for some of the students to find out just howr much quality medical care can cost, said Mr. Gross. Prevention is the key to affordable healthcare. And Pioneer Valley has put together several new programs this past year to keep people healthy. One of the most successful programs has been the establishment of a mallwalking club. Each morning, before Valley Fair Mall opens its stores, an army of mallwalkers go through their paces, marking off their miles not only to stay fit, but also for mileage awards from the hospital. Another new project in the works at Pioneer Valley hospital Is the development of a sleep disorders center. According to Larry Walker, the center's director, the sleep disorders center will initially focus on sleep apnea, narcolepsy and other problems related to daytime fatigue. Pioneer Valleys sleep disorders program is the first in the valley to develop a portable apnea screening. The patients are tested in their own homes and in their own beds, rather than having to sleep in the hospital. Not only do you avoid the bias in test results due to an unfamiliar environment, but the cost for the test is much lower also, said Mr. Walker. Continuing to respond to the desires of the community, Pioneer Valley plans to do some remodeling of its obstetrics area, as well as expand the offerings for community education. 30 This February dedication ceremony marked completion of the outpatient surgical center at Pioneer Valley hospital. The addition cost approximately $350,000. Pioneer Valley NOW IN USE SCEUTAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE AT SALT . . . LAKE SPRING QUARTER ILEM. ACCOUNTING ACTT I 4 Credits 101-7- Mon.Wed. -- Basics of 11 -- 5:30-7:3- p.m. PERSONAL FINANCE FINN 120-7- 4 credits 6 Tues.Thurs. 5:30-7:3- -- Principles and skills accounting. p.m. 0 needed for financial growth. ORGANIZATIONAL AND INTERPERSONAL COMM. COMM 110-7- Thursday -- Methods 3 credits 6 used communication. 5:30-7:4- 5 in two-wa- p.m. INTRO. TO BUSINESS MGTT 4 credits 101-7- Mon.Wed. --Overview 5:30-7:3- of the American iness system. UTCSL is an affirmative actionequal opportunity institution. FOR INFORMATION CALL 967-429- 1. p.m. bus- Annexation and growth are topics that always come up when talking community development issues and its no different in West Valleys case, according to Janson, the West Valley City Council has a policy regarding annexation questions. Over the last year the City Council and Planning Commission have been consistent in turning down small annexations along 4700 South and the western boundaries. Janson agrees with Clayne Ricks, county planning director, that piecemeal, small annexations dont make sense. Its a serviceproviding problem, he commented. Thats not to say there is not a willingness to expand the boundaries of West Valley. The City Council intent policy expresses a willingness to go all the way south to 6200 South; but again in a logical way, in a large way. While Ricks said there would probably be little conflict if large annexations took place, Janson chuckled, adding, It will be interesting to see what happens if that day ever comes. I think it is a tax base issue for the county. He also recalls the current difficulty existing between West Valley and the county over some 90 acres southwest of 4700 South and 5600 West that the city is currently considering for annexation. Overall, though, Janson says the attitude is, There are plenty of issues and problems to work on in our existing boundaries, but there is still a willingness to increase our size. But, again, expansion should be done when it is logical to do that and not in a piecemeal fashion." OFF 50 more than two decades under the name Valley West. Continued on page 10 quality improvements will be mandated It will be interesting to see the reactions and thoughts of de elopers on that one, he said. Economic development and the role of the Planning Department in that area will also be considered, along with work relating to a seismic development program grant from the federal government. That's another interesting one, Janson says. The grant will allow West Valley City to plan for and consider just what would happen in the event of a major earthquake. 31, 1987 ALL USED ITEMS is in its third year of operation, opening operations in a new building In September of 1984, following Growth MAGNA CLASSES 2941 SOUTH 9150 WEST 30 JUNE In recent decades, Hercules Aerospace has manufactured propulsion systems for NASA as w ell as the Army, Air Force and Navy Minuteman, Polaris, Poseidon, Trident, Pershing, Peacekeeper, Sparrow, Phoenix and Sidewinder are a sampling of the programs where with potentially hazardous Hercules technical and production materials. expertise has been employed The Bacchus Works of Hercules During the same years, Hercules Aerospace Co. can trace its history pioneered advanced lightweight back 73 years when it started as a graphite materials and structures commercial explosives plant for for propulsion systems. Today. Herwestern mining operations in 1914, cules has more filament winding exone year before Dr. Robert Godperience than all other aerospace dard, the father of modern rocketry, companies combined, operates the used Hercules smokeless powders in worlds largest filaments winding his early experimental launches. facility and is the largest manufacNamed after T. W. Bacchus, Herturer of graphite fibers in the United cules first corporate operations of- States. With the addition of Bacchus West, ficer, the plant was primarily involved in commercial explosives, Hercules manufacturing facilties seldom employing more tnan 100 are among the most technologically people up until 1958. Thats when advanced in the world. The new $250 Bacchus began its transformation million plant, funded entirely from from a dynamite plant to a major corporate capital, is a fully comaerospace facility dedicated to the puterized and automated facility production of high performance that has the capacity to handle the solid rocket motors for national requirements of conventional and defense as well as the exploration large booster propulsion systems, and commercialization of space. now and in the future. sophisticated computer, remote control and automated technologies to bring it about. Today, Bacchus West not only sets the new standard of safety for solid rocket motor manufacturing, but establishes the benchmark for all facilities involved A DAY EARLIER TUESDAY MARCH EXPANDING HORIZONS MARCH Hercules APRIL FOOLS SALE self-brea- Responding to community needs as a major has been part of Pioneer Valley hospitals mission during the past year. In addition to providing a first aid station . . . Renovation at Valley Fair Moll has yielded visual myriad delights, produced by skylights, steel gridwork and (at far left) the many reflective surfaces at the entry of Mossey's. VISUAL DELIGHTS - OFF WINTER CLOTHING BOOTS SKIS COATS, SWEATERS, SALT LAKES 1 & SKI THRIFT STORE Hunting for Easter bargains? ' This is a good chance to find y Easter outfits for ihe whole fff. family, baskets, eic. Tran imniii WEAR i |