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Show SAT/SUN/MON/TUES, JUNE 23-26, 2007 EDITORIAL RELAX VERL, ASC, KENNY SRISWOLD AND A BUNCH OF ANGRY LANDOWNERS ARE INVOLVED. WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONS? New Olym could be a boon to all athletes fter years of fundraising and searching for a suitable spot, the United States Ski and A Snowboard Association is finally ready to break ground on a new 85,000-square-foot training center The association has been striving to find a location for what they have dubbed as a "Center for Excellence" for nearly a decade. Several years ago the ski team tried to obtain approvals for a facility near the Utah Olympic Park in Bear Hollow, but those plans didn't sit well with the neighborhood. More recently, USSA explored the possibility of partnering with the developers of New Park in hopes of creating a training headquarters there. However, the numbers didn't pencil out. But now the association has nailed down a perfect location - at Quinn's Junction adjacent to the proposed IHC hospital site and a stone's throw from the Park City Ice Arena and the National Ability Center. Plans for the facility include fitness equipment but also state-of-the-art performance analysis programs along with nutrition and rehabilitation A-I7 Viewpoints THE PARK RECORD counseling. That emphasis on sports science is essential in helping USSA athletes gain the critical edge necessary to win on the international stage. With the groundbreaking scheduled July 18 and targeted completion prior to the 2010 Olympics, it is an ambitious project, one Parkites should embrace. Park City has been home to the Ski Team, since 1974, but most of the time visitors may not be aware of that. The new center will stamp Park City as the heart of the country's growing winter sports prowess - in disciplines ranging from freestyle to cross-country. The center's focus on research and education may also benefit recreational skiers and, snowboarders. The lessons learned as these athletes push the envelope on skis and snowboards, and as they recover from injuries is bound to filter down to the common folk. And those of us lucky enough to live nearby may glean some valuable tips about diet, exercise and extending our own athletic endeavors. USSA's national training center will be a welcome addition to this active community. JOHN K\LBO\JRWPARK RECORD LETTERS TO THE EDITOR probably encourage more people to try this commute. Another benefit would be giving easy access all the way to Park City to the weekend cyclists who ride up Emigration from Editor I am distressed to learn of thefiringof Salt Lake City. Why not make it easy for Park City High School boys' soccer coach, them to have a nice enjoyable day in Park Mike Guetschow. In his 10 years as coach, City and support our local economy? Mike has brought great success to the PCHS soccer program, winning numerous Sincerely, state championships, and has been a posi- Scott Wilson tive influence on many young men in our Park City community. Although his success in terms of wonloss records speaks for itself, the recent article in The Park Record about dads and sports memories, which quoted Mike, captured what is so great about him - celebrat- Editor ing the contributions and successes of each The weekend of Father's Day 2007 was player, both on and off the field. His depar- a busy one in Old Town. Thank you to ture will be a great loss to high school those people that volunteer on boards and sports. have worked so hard to put together two fantastic events - the Park City Historic Sincerely, Home Tour and the debut of the Park Silly Carol Mahan Kahn Sunday Market. There was a special energy Park City in the air from all of your hard work. Park City is full of people that are making a difference by taking action and making our town a very special place. Way to go! rating to make the world a safer place. Considering our current reputation, isn't it time for America to be a positive leader for change for the world? Unfortunate firing We live in a great town Kudos and Pesticides Editor: Loved the picture of the cat and the moose. What a wonderful place we live in! Loved the picture of the goats eating noxious weeds. I just returned from Las Vegas where I saw my homeopathic physician. I had not been feeling well for several months but attributed it to age and its accompanying aches and pains. He discovered two pesticides in my system. Did I inhale them? Did I somehow consume them? Who knows? How many other individuals (young and old) around here are living with the same thing? Kudos to Park City Mountain Resort for their forward thinking in using a natural resource to solve some of our local problems. I hope more private and governmental entities would do this kind of thinking; planning; and acting for a healthier and cleaner environment. Sincerely, Berna ' r BJ n Gayler Park City Response to April Fool's letter Editor: In response to Wednesday's letter "April Fool's Day again?" I used to work in West Valley City and commuted by bicycle three to four days a week. There were about 25 to 30 familiar faces I would see biking up and down Emigration Canyon in any given week. Instead of briefcases dangling from handlebars, they sported messenger bags over their shoulders. Riding on 1-80 was way too dangerous, so I drove to Little Dell and rode from there each day. Having a paved trail that eliminates the need to be on 1-80 would >• m m Jean Carlan Park City Who are we to criticize? Editor: Great societies like the one we live in today rely on the collaboration of work forces. From builders to doctors, we all rely on each other's skill in our professions in order for the economy to flourish. So why is it we constantly defy our scientists on the issue of global warming? As Americans, it is our duty to question, criticize and voice our opinions. I have patiently sat back and listened to the argument for and against global warming for years and have seen a common "trend.' The naysayers generally hypothesize that the warming Is a "trend" or "neo-ice age," wherein they are confronted by the scientist who rebut with charts, graphs and hard facts. Scientists all over the world have united on the front for global warming. Scientists from Princeton, Harvard, Cambridge and so on have done the research and shown the statistics. Neither I, nor most of the people reading this article, have recently conducted atmospheric tests measuring and comparing the trends in greenhouse gasses. They have. I don't see any articles telling Lance how to ride his bike, or the astronauts how to repair the I.S.S. When it comes to the astounding evidence revealed by scientists globally ~ who are we to criticize? We seem to devote so much time to attacking each other on the issue of global warming, while hundreds of tons of deadly gasses are being strewn into our ozone. It's time to stop doubting our researchers and start collabo- For the record Sincerely, Connor Botkin Park City Schools fight heart disease lar diseases and stroke will cost Americans more than $431 billion in health expenditures and lost productivity. Our efforts in the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs will help the American Heart Association advance groundbreaking medical research, spread lifesaving knowledge and achieve stronger, longer lives for people in countless communities across our country. Thanks again to everyone who helped make last year's Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs such a rousing success! Hopefully, this year will be an even bigger success. With your support, we are making progress and saving lives. Editor: For every newborn who clings to life in spite of a heart defect; for every loved one taken too soon by heart disease and stroke; Sincerely, for the millions of Americans of all ages Cassidie Fenton whose lives are instantly and profoundly Youth market director changed each year by heart disease and American Heart Association stroke... This past school year, Park City Utah Division students, school staff and parents set an example for the entire community by helping to save lives. As youth market director for the Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart programs and on behalf of the American Heart Association, I want to send out a big Editor, thank you to all those who contributed to I just wanted to let you know how upset making this year a great success. Thanks to I am about the article regarding thefireup all the schooL coordinators - Jen Echo canyon. I was completely shocked to J Wheehvnghf at~Tarley's Park Elementary "not see a single word about the volunteer School, Cathy Hinshaw at McPolin firefighters who were on the scene. Not Elementary School, Dan Meier at Trailside only were they there, but also they were the Elementary School, Dana Ardovino at first ones there, and it was their quick Park City High School and Chip Cook at response, and quick thinking that saved Jeremy Ranch Elementary School. those cabins. Both North Summit Fire and Through their hard work and efforts, more Evanston Fire were there. Most of the than $51,000 was raised to fight our great- county is protected by volunteer firemen, est health risks - heart disease and stroke. people who after their 40-hour work The Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops weeks, give up their personal time and put For Heart programs promote the value of their lives on the line to save lives and physical education to elementary and mid- homes from fire. The least we can do for dle school students, while showing them these brave men and women is thank them they can contribute to their community's and at least acknowledge their presence welfare. Children also learn how a healthy and the work they do. I don't think that's lifestyle can fight the number one and num- too much to ask ber three killers of Americans - heart disease and stroke. Ashley Rowser It is estimated that in 2007, cardiovascu- Henefer Where credit is due The Park Record Staff PUBLISHER Andy Bern hard Editor Nan Chalat-Noaker Staff writers Jay Hamburger Pat Parkinson Joe Lair Adia Waldburger Anna Bloom Dan Bischoff Frank Fisher Contributing writers Tom Clyde Teri Orr Jay Meehan Joan Jacobson Silvia Leavitt Linda Jager ' Lisa Nyren Steve Phillips Editor's assistant Trade Fails Classified advertising Kerri Stollerman Bridget Morgan Christin Hicks Office manager Peppi Green Circulation manager Lacy Brundy Accounting manager Kristi Ruppert Advertising director Valerie Doming Advertising sales Wendy Halliday Teresa Chavez Annie Macdonald Inn rtull Editorial production Photographers Production director Production PRESS ROOM General Manager Head Pressman Pressman Pre-press Controller Office Staff Bill Olsen Don Ferney Jimmy Elkins Mike Hall Valerie Waite Sandy Trost Ethel Bradford Mail Room Marilyn Case Distribution Ray Scoggins Mike Fischer Antonio Contreras Fred Pigeon Cartoonist John Kilboum The Park Record Online Poll Cast your vote at www.parkrecord.com Traffic help or hazard? Crews are installing a new divider on S.R. 224. The jury is still out, though, on whether the raised median will make the busy road safer or just slower. Is It an Improvement or an expensive mistake? Total Votes = 135 •People drive S.R. 224 like it's the Autobahn. Anything that slows people down will make it safer. 40 Votes, or 29.62 % •Didnt we learn anything from that planter box on S.R. 248? The new median is going to back traffic up into Wendover. 32 Votes, or 23.70 % •The median won't make any difference, people just have to accept that there is more traffic. 63 Votes, or 46.66 % The Park Record welcomes letters to the editor on any subject. We ask that the letters adhere to the following guldeHnesfThey must Include the address and telephone number of author. No letter will be published under an assumed name. They must not contain Hbetous material. Writers are limited to QnB.lattflt fivcry 3fl day?, Letters should not be longer than 300 words (guest editorials. 550 words) and should it possible, be typed. We reserve therighttoedit letters if they are too long or it they contain statements we consider unnecessarily offensive or obscene. In addHion, thank you letters are limited to six businesses and/or Individuals with regard to businesses and event sponsors. i •«•««*» Steve Aldpus Arwa Jundi Nikki Norton Kat James Scott Sine Sarah Ause Matt Gordon Scott Schlenker Becky Larsen Laura Avdey Ann Marie Kloogh Tawnya Cazier Hilary Vlarris Casey Sowol Contents of the The Park Record are copyright © 2007, Diversified Suburban Newspapers. Ail rights reserved. No portion may be reproduced in any form without written consent of the managing editor or publisher. The Park Record (USPS 378-730) (ISSN 07459483) is published twice weekly by Diversified Suburban Newspapers, 1670 Bonanza Dr., Park City, Utah. Periodicals Postage paid at Park City, Utah. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Park Record. Box 3688, Park City. Utah 84060. Entered as second class matter. May 25.1977 at the post office in Park City, Utah 84060. under the Act of March 3, 1897. Subscription rates are: 1 year, $37, 6 mos., $25 (inside Summit County); 1 year, $70, 6 mos. $45 (outside Summit County). Subscriptions are transferable; $5 cancellation fee. Phone (435) 649-9014 or fax (435) 649^942. Published every Wednesday and Saturday. Home delivery subscriptions in Summit County include delivery of the Sunday edition of The Sn}t Lake Tribune. There are no other service options available. PHOTOS BY SCOTT SINE Asked around Park City In light of the recent bear attack, do you still feel safe camping? • Is- • KelliBerg "Yes. I love the mountains. There is wildlife out there, so you always need to be aware of your surroundings." Mike Freyvogel "Yes. There are so many things that can happen to you anywhere each and every day. For a bear to keep me from camping doesn't make sense." Eric O'Connor Trick Brown "Yes. Black bears coming around are rare. If you know bear safety, you should be safe." "Yes. it's easy to be safe around black bears if you ,know what to do. Black bears are one of the kindest. If you know bear safety when you camp, you'll be OK." 1 Levi Jackson "Yes. There have always been bears and there always will be bears." |