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Show THE PARK RECORD A-15 oints. SAT/SUN/MON/TUES, APRIL 16-19, 2005 EDITORIAL (SOKkV FELLAS, I'M GONNA V SIT THIS ONE OUT! Its the logical choice... get on the bus, Gus! f you are one of the million passengers who used Park City's free public transit service this winter -- don't stop now. The buses have scaled down service (slightly) for the post ski season slow time but they are still running. And, as motorists will soon learn, parking in Park City is about to become more problematic than ever. Downtown Park City has a well-documented parking shortage and the Park City Council has already approved a $5.75million plan to help correct it. The city's plan entails building a 304-space expansion onto the existing parking structure in Swede Alley. But while the new parking is under construction, about a third of the already maxcd-out parking in Swede Alley will be disrupted. The barriers have already arrived. The heavy equipment will move into place this week. The work is expected to last right up until the Christmas shopping season begins. It is time to adopt a battle strategy. Transportation alternatives are these: 1. I'm gonna damn well drive my car wherever I want to and I'll park it on the sidewalk if I have to. 2. Til just have Jeeves drop me off. 3. I'm not going downtown 'til it's over and I'll drive to Evanston for a drink if need be. 4.1 wouldn't miss summer on Main Street for anything so I'll just take the free bus. Obviously alternative 4 is the most enlightened approach. (Unless Jeeves really does work for you.) According to information from City Hall, the lower level of the China Bridge parking structure along with many of the spaces north of the structure will be shut down throughout the I project. Additional levels in the structure will shut down as necessary and the surface lot adjacent to the south end of the Marsac building will be reserved for police and handicap permitted vehicles. That will push a lot of prospective parkers, including Main Street area workers into the Sandridge lot and onto Main Street. Unless they hop on the buses. Unfortunately, it is probably safe to speculate that most Park City residents use public transit once a year - during Art Festival weekend. Other than that, the last time most Park City and Summit County residents rode the bus was to celebrate during the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. It is also safe to say, however, that the overall feedback about transportation to and from both of those occasions was overwhelmingly positive. So get back on the bus. Spring and summer are not to missed in Old Town and the Main Street merchants will be so pleased that you took the extra trouble to come, they are likely to welcome you with open arms. The city will be updating motorists about progress on the parking structure project Throughout the construction process. Weekly updates will be posted on the city's website www.parkcity.org and specific parking availability questions can be forwarded to the city parking department, 615-7275. In the meantime, city buses will run every day from 7:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. Transit service to Kimball Junction will be available from 7:40 a.m. until the last bus departs the transit center at 4:40 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8:40 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. JOHN KILBOURN/PARK RECORD. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sheriff's comments correct due to the term "lawmen." I am an officer. In the field of law enforcement it is also a female career, not just a man's. It disappoints me to read articles in the newspapers regarding only males. 1 read another article in the Salt Lake Tribune comparing the salaries within law enforcement and firefighting. The article referred only to men. The description it gave regarding the officers and firefighters was having a beard and being male. It never once talked about the female officers or female firefighters' salaries, or how it pertains to females. The article could have talked about people, not just men. The term fireman has been changed to firefighter due to being politically correct. The term lawmen also needs to be changed. This is not just a man's world. A little story Editor: One fine day, an artist came to a village in Utah. He opened his wares for show. The villagers had such fun watching art appear before their eyes and listening to the stories the artist conveyed. Some, though felt threatened and others could not see how to make money from the show. They complained bitterly to the village elders. So the elders hired a Giant to chase the artist away. Oh my. The Giant was impressive, with a long list of villages defended. The Giant stomped around in shiny armor with lots of weapons jangling around, making lots of noise. Wow. The Giant sure was making a great show of impressing the elders. But, lo, the Giant sure had an enormous appetite, quickly eating the village's rainy day fund and storehouses. The elders really, really wanted the village to be a place where people would come from miles around to see and hear lots and lots of artists and have great festivals of dancing and singing, with wonderful wares for sale along with tempting food and drink for all. The elders didn't want the little artist, just all the other ones (whom they could make pay). The Giant did not see this as a problem. It bellowed while generally making a muck of things even more. Guess what happened next, boys and girls? The little artist stood his ground, his sling loaded with Justice, waiting for the Editor: Let me preface my remarks by saying that I have a great deal of respect for Sheriff Dave Edmunds; I support him now and will continue to do so in the future. I think he is a good sheriff and I intend to vote for him when he runs for re-election. But. as a Latino police officer who lives and works in Summit County, I must strongly disagree with his assessment of the "diversity theory." It seems odd that in the same edition of The Record'which carried Sheriff Edmunds" comments, there was also an article quoting Brian Bellamy, Summit County Human Resources director, saying, "I wish we had more" (Latinoapplicants) and "...would like Sincerely, minorities to comprise at least five percent Officer Crystal Julius Park City of the county's payroll..." I guess that doesn't apply to the Sheriff's Office. It would help if these guys were on the same page. When the sheriff says that diversity is an "erroneous idea with its roots in academia," I worry that this insensitivity might be one Editor: By SEAN and MARCI LANDIS needs. of the factors as to why Latinos are not A big thank you to Adia Waldburger for Park City The discussion about changing at a certain knocking on the sheriff's door for jobs. the interesting and well-written story about age is also misleading. The author points out His comment that diversity would be a the young lady who is enjqyjngthe sport of We are writing in response to "Making that middle school enrollment in private "good thing" but that "Latino officer;* ,,pistol.shootingt I n m o s t Refreshing to^ee a , trjfi.^change:- private to public," by Jared schools declines. But is tKis important? 1 would not necessarily serve the community story where a positive side of gun ownership Whitley. Our intent is to provide additional Smaller class size has been shown to condifferently," flies in the face of studies, and use is accurately presented, instead of perspective to parents of school-age children tribute to better learning. The idea that research, personal experience and opinions the stereotypical "all guns are bad" rhetoric. who may be misled by this article. We are small class sizes lead to social problems is of law enforcement professionals and yes, After years of decline, a number of shooting parents of four children who have attended questionable. If there are bullying problems, academics, who have a lot more experience sports are returning to schools, teaching or public, private and home schools. With this that's not a class size issue but a school discithan Sheriff Edmunds. reinforcing the mental and physical disci- experience, we feel we have some useful pline issue. I applaud the efforts of my boss, Chief pline so well described in the story. It's not insights. The article implies that private schools Lloyd Evans of the Park City Police the guns that cause problems, it's the crimiTransitions can be challenging for chil- are not part of "The Real World." To our Department, who understands the impor- nals. dren, but usually not traumatic. The exam- thinking, our kids will be better equipped if tance of diversity and has created a model ple of Miss Stogner who only knew one per- their scholastic experience gives them a betdepartment when it comes to outreach to Sincerely, son in her eight classes is an inappropriate ter education, closer friendships, and a the minority community. John Spangler generalization. Park City offers many social stronger sense of self-worth and social I encourage Sheriff Edmunds to "re- Salt Lake City opportunities through sports, dances, responsibility. think" his "rejection" of the "notion" of church, arts, etc., where public as. I private The "challenges of the switch" are not diversity and instead reach out and find always as portrayed in the article. Our expeschool students build friendships. ways to make his agency more appealing to Concerning school uniforms, the author rience in talking with PCA alumni is they the growing number of Latinos and other presents one student's negative opinion. feel the switch is made easy because of the minorities who are interested in law There are many positive aspects to a uni- strong foundation they have developed. enforcement careers. form dress code. Many parents appreciate The article lumps all the private schools This same article quoted Jim Pasco, Editor: keeping the focus on learning rather than together when talking about the challenges I want to thank the good folks at Suede executive director of the national Fraternal name-brand clothing. Students in uniform kids face. Colby, Park City Academy and Order of Police, who said; "I would argue for providing Park City with perhaps the don't have to deal with the social baggage the Montessori schools are significantly difthat any enlightened police manager would best two-month span of live, national associated with fashion trends and status. ferent in their approaches to learning, gradwant his force to reflect the community by recording artists that I have witnessed since ing and class forming. These differences Parents should not be misled by quantity recruiting and having people from the moving here eight years ago. From the jam have impacts on the children and must be of choices. Look at the quality of choices diverse ethnic groups who make up the band sounds of String Cheese Incident to considered on an individual basis. community." the classic reggae of Alpha Blondy and that will meet your child's needs. Private schools can't offer the range of sports, but Here's the bottom line: It's about the I would hope that our community would Toots and The Maytals and everything in they can offer unique outings and educa- child. Every child has different needs. There have that type of "enlightened" police man- between, Suede has brought in somebody tional opportunities. They can also explore are many factors to consider when choosing for music fans of all genres. For a town that agers. a change in a child's education. It is the paris starving for live music it's great to know areas taboo to public schools (such as reli- ents' responsibility to carefully evaluate the gion). Mr. Whitley said that smaller schools there is a venue that fans of live music can Sincerely, cannot divide classes by ability and must options, and choose what is best for that count on. Michael Fierro child. Please, continue to support Suede so "teach to the middle [of the class]." This is Park City untrue. Park City Academy allows students If you really want to learn about a school, they in turn can continue to bring in an spend some time there. Sit in class, walk the to flow into appropriate grade level based on eclectic roster of artists to town. Special halls, eat lunch and watch the students and thanks to all the other venues and organiza- the student's ability in a subject. teachers interact. You just may change your Furthermore, small class sizes allow teachers tions that provide Park City with live music mind about some things. on a consistent basis. You know who you to address individual learning styles and are. Thanks y'all. -+• Editor: The Park ff&corrfwelcomes letters to the editor on any subject. We ask that the letters adhere to the following guidelines:They must Include the address and telephone number of author. No letter will be published under an assumed I read an article in The Park Record, Sincerely, name. They must not contain libelous material. Writers are limited to one letter every 28 days. Letters must not be April 9-12. The article was titled "Local Brian Richards longer than 350 words (guest editorials, 550 words) and should if possible, be typed. We reserve the right to edit letters if they are too long or if they contain statements we consider unnecessarily offensive or obscene. In addilion, agencies attract few Latino officers." I have Orion's Music Shop thank you letters may be limited in length with regard to businesses and event sponsors. one concern. The article was not politically Park City GUEST EDITORIAL Well written article Making the right school change, whether public or private Live music in Park City Political correctness For the record moment of Truth to let fly. The Truth is, this* issue has already been settled 21 years agoZ How is it the Giant (law firm) could not lit-* erally cross the street to the courthouse tcr find the Truth. Is the Giant doing the village* of Park City a favor? Me thinks not. AncC this is not the end of a little story. * Bryan L. Travis Salt Lake City Z The Park Record Staff Andy Bemhard Editor Nan Chalat-Noaker Staff writers Jay Hamburger Pat Parkinson Joe Lair Jared Whitley Adia Waldburger Matt James Anna Bloom Contributing writers Tom Clyde Teri Orr Jay Meehan Joan Jacobson Silvia Leavitt Linda Jager Editor's assistant Courtney Herzinger Classified advertising Inkama Black Sherree Durastanti Office manager Holly VanDenAmeele Circulation manager Michael Duffy Accounting manager Kate Fischer Advertising director Valerie Deming Advertising sales Wendy Halliday Anne Anderson Molly Ballard Cheryn McNicol Teresa Chavez Lacy Brundy Chris Gill Annie Macdonald Editorial production Kat James Photographers Scott Sine Grayson West Production director Matt Gordon Production Kristi Ruppert Scott Schlenker Jason Plawecki Kyle Burress Kim Vance Jon Smedley Distribution Chris Anderson Todd Kendall Cartoonist John Kilbourn PUBLISHER Contents of the The Ptirk Record me cop_\ Tight <D 2005. Diversified Suburban Newspapers. All rights reserved No portion may be reproduced in any form without written consent of the managing editor or publisher. The Park Record (USPS 37K-730J (ISSN 07459483) is published twice weekly by Diversified Suburban Newspapers. 1670 Bonanza Dr.. Park City, Utah. Periodicals Postage paid at Park Cilv, Utah. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to TinPark Ream/, Box 3688. Park City. Utah S4IXK). Entered as second class mailer. May 25, 1977 at the post office in Park City, Utah 84060. under (he A a of March 3, 1K97. Subscription rates are $37 inside Summit County. $70 outside Summit County. Utah. Subscriptions are transferrablc; S5 cancellation fee. Phone (435) WJ-W14 or fax (435) 649-4942. Published even,' Wednesday and Saturday. Home delivery subscriptions in Summit County include deliver)' of Ihe Sunday edition of Thv Salt Lukf Trilitiite. There are no other service options available. PHOTOS BY SCOTT SINE Asked around Park City Should the ski resorts have stayed open longer? Kristin Tabke Ryan James Charles Matthews "Sure they should. What else are underage kids in Park City going to do?" "They should at least have stayed open on the weekends." "They should have stayed open until the third week of April. It would have been a nice gesture for the locals." BresmaEDfe "Yes, they should have. There is still so much snow, it's pointless to close." Matthew Nagel "If people want to ski on snow, it's basically supply and demand. If the resorts stayed open, the people would come." |