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Show lid The Park Record Section A Participation in the process Editor: As skiing slushes away into a good memory year and the first crocuses return, I find myself drawn out to public hearings again! I want to express my overwhelming gratitude to the current Summit County Planning Commission and the many residents who attended the recent Mountain Meadow hearing. The first round of applause goes to the Planning Commission, both old and new members for their attentiveness, their insightful reflections on the issues and their evidence of real community concern. As a participant in may public hearings over the past four to five years I have often shared a sense of frustration over the Commissioner's response or lack of response to those in attendance. As our planning process in the Snyderville Basin has become more sophisticated and the stakes higher, the demand for a high level of professionalism has increased. I have hopes and expectations that this Commission will meet these new demands and create a planning forum that will benefit both the residents and the developers. Public input is critical as we continue to develop as a community. There is a constant and continual call for public input at every level of our community. To those who attend school board meetings, planning commission meetings, city council meetings, neighborhood meetings: THANK YOU and keep those cards and letters coming! Kathy Mears . Kudos for the Rec Department Editor: As a newcomer to Summit County, I'd like to beg some space and comment upon the late winter indoor soccer training being offered by the Park City Recreation Department. Being the father of five, sports-warped sports-warped offspring, plus having coached over 30 seasons of youth soccer, I have a passing feel for the game. Park City, in my judgement, is indeed blessed to have staff such as Knute Paul, Greg Maas, and others who lend incredible skills and effort in training ur youth. As a parent and ex-coach, my kids and players have attended many and off-season east coast clinic. Many were highly heralded and expensive. None, I must point out, were any better than that being offered in Park City at but a fraction of the cost. We're darn lucky. Stu Carlson A great communicator Editor: The Park City ChamberBureau would like to congratulate local photographer Lori Adamski-Peek on receiving the 1993 Outstanding Communicator Award last Saturday from the Utah chapter of Women in Communications, Inc. Lori was amongst an elite , group of women working in the communications industry who were honored for their outstanding contributions in the field. Congratulations Lori! Sincerely, Nancy Volmer Out-of-season skiing Editor: Last October, before the ski season had started, four of my friends and I traveled to Copper Mountain. They had had an early storm which attracted many skiers for several weeks. However, the day we happened to be there, the resort decided to call the police, two weeks after people had openly hiked and titers it skied the same trails. We were each fined $300.00 and ordered to write letters to our local papers explaining the situation with the resort. I understand that we inconvenienced the resort and their employees when they had to ask us to leave before they arrested us, but what we were arrested for was a violation of the skier safety act of Colorado, for skiing in a closed and dangerous area. What we skied though, was 400 yards of a flat intermediate run. No avalanche danger or any danger that would not be present on any day at the resort. But like I said, I inconvenienced the resort, and I'm sorry. I would not recommend anyone in Utah ever going to ski before the skiing season starts in Colorado. Sincerely, Robert Larkin Making light of the situation Editor: Week after week the Park Record reports local crime as a joke. "Yet another exciting week for the Park City Police Department..." Depart-ment..." Consider the impact on a visitor who reads the first few paragraphs in the March 18 edition about the loss of cars and clothing and skis and stereo equipment and is merrily told, "No more music in those mountains." Followed by the observation, "Ah, spring is coming. Instead of pilfering ski racks and bashing mailboxes, the little sprites are back to their license plat snatching ways." The Police Blotter then playfully reports, "If you can't say something nice...a Park City woman reported being followed by a white Volkswagen Jetta March 12, the occupants of which were yelling obscenities out of the window. Some people's kids." Some people's kids will read that new item and learn how absolutely adorable they were and keep right on performing in public, and lady visitors will be afraid to drive in Park City. The column is filled with snickering asides and "cute-isms" "cute-isms" about thievery. Where I come from, victims feel anger and expect inappropriate behavior to be punished, not laughed at. Why does the Park Record teach children that bad behavior is simply high jinx and criminal activity the stuff of comedy material? Why does the Park Record insult visitors by making a joke of their loss? It's important news. Report it with dignity. Beverly Gail Affordable housing Editor: In response to a Letter to the Editor by Lee Rehberger concerning affordable housing, I'd like to say, for many months the neighboring homeowners to this project have consistently gone to Planning Commission work sessions and public input meetings. We have done everything in our power to give "constructive criticism." Our position, basically, is pro development, with some concerns. We have been told, "The developer wants to be a good neighbor... Let's work together... What can we do to help?" and last, but not least, "I have a right to build what I want on my land." Some of these comments in a meeting in my own home, developer included, . to facilitate "working together." One of our concerns have been the two buildings closest to us. . Expecting access through Iron Horse, these four-story buildings will have a lot of people in them, who more than likely will choose to access through the Iron Horse parking lot. For SAFETY reasons, since this is a huge parking lot and not a street, we suggested these two buildings be reduced in units, which would reduce traffic through Iron Horse and would lower the heights. We felt this was a good suggestion. As it has been approved, the two buildings closest to Iron Horse are four stories high, and OVER the city required height specs. The Planning Commission has answered the safety issue, by suggesting speed bumps. I believe we gave valid suggestions to deaf ears. Currently, safety, views, and homeowners' fees will be impacted (speed bumps vs. snow removal), if access is granted. But, as a couple of the Planning Commissioners would say, "There are trade offs if we want to do affordable housing." I am also concerned at how thoroughly the soil has been tested for the fitness of any family living on the sight to begin with. A former dump sight next to Poison Creek, not far from the former Prospector problem area concerning the EPA and mine tailings. Is this another trade off too? I am fully aware of the need for affordable housing and the pressure on the city to get it. I understand the developer needs to make it worth his while to build this project, or why do it? I guess time will tell, how well things work out. Respectfully, Evelyn Founder Iron Horse Homeowner Academic Decathlon Editor: The students who participated in the Utah Academic Decathlon a week ago and I would like to thank the many people who helped us win the Utah State championship. Special thanks go to our assistant coaches John Sanders, Sharon Maddux, and Bill Kahn as well as other teachers on the PCHS staff, particularly Ed Mulick and Randy Godfrey. Each of these dedicated teachers were available at the odd hours AD students work best. Three Park City citizens gave generously of their time: Joyce Smith taught us about art history; Franci Eisenberg ran a special seminar on interviewing, and Brian Anderson was available whenever we cried "help" in math, chemistry and economics. Too, Joyce and Jeff Smith hosted a wonderful buffet for the whole team last fall, and Susan Krenkel had the team together for our annual Christmas AD alumni party. Jerry Fiat and Kate O'Keefe in the PCHS counseling center and Hal Smith and Mike Andrews in the high school administration have cleared a path for us throughout the year. We would also like the community to know that we are sponsored by the Park Record. Their financial contribution helps both our team and the Utah Academic Decathlon. The Park City Academic Decathlon works very hard to bring this recognition to Park City; we could not be successful without the support we receive from the students' parents and the community. John Mark Krenkel Parking woes Editor: I feel I am a victim of small town politics. About Jan 10, 1993, with permission from Mr. John Crandall, who is a property owner of property on Swede Alley, I parked my business trailer on his property adjacent to the rear exit to the Egyptian Theatre. When Mr. Crandall acquired the property, he donated a six-foot six-foot easement for a fire exit to the Egyptian. Unbeknownst to Mr. Crandall, the fire department made a routine safety inspection of the fire exit. The Egyptian was notified to clear snow from the exit. At the time, Mr. Rafael Castenara was in charge and a contractor was called to remove the snow. Mr. Crandall was never notified that his land, which is posted no parking, no trespassing, would be cleared of snow. Mr. Shawn Dempsey, on the day the contractor was removing the snow, saw my trailer on top of the dumpster to be hauled off to the dump. Knowing that my tLDn lEaflntorp trailer was there, Mr. Dempsey stopped to talk with Mr. Castenara and the contractor, who said they would make restitution for my trailer. Upon hearing about my trailer from Mr. Dempsey, I decided to go to the Egyptian Theatre to talk to whoever was in charge. When meeting Mrs. Lowry, she told me that Sam Coleman told her that in order to have a "Film Fest" she had to clear a fire exit. Without contacting the property owner, Mr. Castenara or Mrs. Lowry went ahead on private property and destroyed my trailer. I approached the Egyptian for restitution for my trailer and the outcome is yet to be resolved. It seems to me that the Egyptian Theatre and its representative are more,., considerate of the big time Hollywood film festival types than they are of the small business Park City locals. Mr. Crandall and I approached Mrs. Lowry several times and nothing seems to be resolved. I, have approached the Egyptian with a bill of sale as requested by Mrs. Lowry, who, as her letter states, is now in charge. I was told to approach the Board of Directors and plead my case which I did on March 1, 1992. As of today's writing, nothing has yet been resolved. At this time I ask, what more can I do? Sincerely, Kevin Marcinisen One way is the wrong way Editor: In answer to Mr. Breed's letter in the Park Record last week, I think he should get his facts straight first. The City Council was never informed that the street was going to be one way. It was just done overnight. As a business woman on Main Street for 23 years, I know one way traffic ruins business. It has been tried three times now. Some friends andl got a petition up to change it back. We had 59 names of owners or managers. The City Council and the Police Department seemed skeptical of it, but a lot more people were skeptical of Todd Gabler's statistics. We all work very hard including the owner of TCBY. Few people realize we only have 8 months of business, not 12. We pay the taxes and the license fees. It is still our town. Our opinion should count for more than a frequent visitor. Shame on you Mr. Breed of New York. O.L. Turner A clarification Editor: On March 25, the Park Record ran a guest editorial entitled "Teaching philosophy." This was one of the eight documents that I submitted for the national science teaching award I just received. The application for the award stated that it should be written in first-person singular. I would hope that all would understand that any success I have achieved is the result of the help and support of those in my department, as well as the rest of, the high school staff. We are a good school because we work together. The summer program to which I was referring was Park City Institute which was co-created co-created and co-directed by John Mark Krenkel. Linda J. Preston Taking a positive approach Editor: I enjoy the Summit to Summit section of the Park Record, especially The Vail trail excerpt because Vail comes up with even more bizarre problems and issues than Park City. I was surprised by last week's article, however, which described the "new Vail Environmental Quality Award Program." This program will recognize local businesses and residents that protect the environment and promote sustainable development. What a novel idea promoting a positive program to deal with important issues affecting their community. Here in Park City, even our City Council is a bit like the split house roaming around Woodland described by Tom Clyde totally divided and no foundation. I wonder what would happen if our community meaning Snyderville Basin and Park City started working on positive approaches and programs to bring our community together instead of the endless confrontations and bickering? Naah! Only in bizarre Vail! Greg Lawson Great parents Editor: A Community of Caring Program has been started by Carta Hunt at TMMS to involve parents, teachers and students in solving school problems and promote values in the middle school community. On March 25, 28 parents donated two hours of their time to implement a Teen Forum for the sixth grade. The Community of Caring Committee for the sixth grade would like to thank the following individuals for their time, patience and energy in conducting our first forum. These kids are our future, and our heartfelt thank you to the following parents: Dana Brewster, Doug Culliton, Jackie Malone, Jennifer Simons, Evelyn Saunders, Carmen Mileti, Jim Bradley, Terry Hoffman, Tom Smart, Jeff Smith, Kay Mammen, Dana Zimmerman, Joyce Smith, Mary Ann Smail, Walter Siegmund, Leslie Siegmund, Bruce Solomon, Maureen Ewell, Melissa Call, Sherry Christiansen, Mary Kelsch, Yvonne Eagen, Janeen Rowsell and Colleen Bailey. Special thanks to Charles Coonradt for providing a problem-solving session for the students at the beginning of the. forum. c Sincerely, Nancy Tolboe, Marilyn Klein Carta Hunt and Shauna Bradley Needed books for TMMS Editor: TMMS Community Council wants to publicly thank two parents who saw a need and decided to do something about. Because of the unprecedented growth in our schools the supplemental reading material in English, social studies, science, and special education has suffered tremendously. These two parents after discussing the problem with the school administration and the district office put together a plan to help raise enough money to purchase 1800 books. Candice Hemming and Susie Talkington have spent hours on this project. This has been one fund-raising endeavor that has been applauded by teachers, students and parents alike. Many of the books are already being used (after being carefully covered to insure lastability). A special thank you to Mindy Dunn of Animal Crackers for ordering all the books and to all the parents who helped Candice and Susie with this fund-raiser. We would also like to thank those parents who donated so generously to this project. Susan Basmajian and Kris Lovell Council controversy Editor: . I was so appalled after reading about the behavior of three members of our City Council that I put the paper down to write to you. Anyone who calls someone who is acting professionally a "baby" is obviously more babyish than his target. And while accusing that same target of poor attendance, another council member told her to "just go." The next day, the acting Mayor made insulting personal comments on the radio about the target. I was not privy Thursday, April 1, 199311 Page A17 to the meeting, but I believe the Record's reporting is accurate. Kids, watch out! The bullies are trying to take over the playground! Your editorial and cartoon next to it last week said it all. Well, almost. Although the editorial did point out that Leslie Miller has been trying to bring public process to the forefront two years, I feel that point was just a scratch in the surface of the cause for this latest outburst. You see, these three council members are jealous of her; that's why I call her a target. The Park City Council was awarded the "Black Hole" award recently for its actions of secrecy in public matters. The locals I have spoken to applauded this; we are not dumb, we know when we are being circumvented, and because of that, we have a growing mistrust of the council. Never mind that Ms. Miller was a member of the council which received the award and is thus jointly accused; their jealousy arises from the fact that she was chosen by the local media as one council member who did not deserve the award. She tried to warn them! They obviously didn't listen then, and even when they got the award, they didn't listen again; business behind, closed doors apparently went on as usual. They are actually angry with themselves and were making a desperate attempt to pin that anger on someone else. The plan backfired big. Those three officials will probably be ousted from office over this (although one has shown some unconvincing remorse). Good! We need fair-minded public officials to decide our fate, every time, even if the question is only over a sign permit. The recent temper tantrums at City Hall served only to rub salt in their own wounds, while Leslie Miller, with her dignified response, emerges even more pure and unsullied. She will retain her seat, no doubt, and will hopefully have less childish counterparts to deal with after Jhe nextjlection.JVe, thgjeople, are growing, quite.', weary of misrepresentation and personal attacks. "Normally" yours, Adrian L. Stevens ; A satisfied tourist To the Park City Chamber of Commerce: We just returned from our vacation in Park City and had a wonderful time. We did not have the first negative experience. Everyone was very polite and friendly, from the folks at The Chamonix Lodge to the lift operators. Your town is clean, you have a user-friendly transportation system, and the prices are very reasonable. We ate at various restaurants during the week and enjoyed not only the meals but the hospitality shown by the restaurant staffs. Ski Reservations of Utah was of great help in planning our trip. Service with a smile does make a difference! Keep up the good work and we definitely look forward to visiting in the future. The snow is great! Sincerely, Charles D. Mayer, Jr. Newport New, Virginia The Park Record welcomes letters to the editor on any subject We ask that the letters adhere to the following guidelines: They should be submitted to the Park Record offices at 1670 ; ; Bonanza Drive or received in the mail (P.O. box 3688, Park City, UT 84060) no later than 5 p.m. on Monday before publication. They must be signed and include address and telephone number of author. No letter will be published under an assumed name. They must not contain libelous material. Writers are limited to one letter every 28 days. Letters must not be longer than 350 words and should, if possible, be typed.We reserve the right to edit letters if they are too long for the space available or if they contain statements we consider unnecessarily offensive or obscene. |
