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Show A-2 The Park Record Saturday, October 25, 1997 Conflict alleged Continued from A-1 ihese described," Andrews wrote referring to his holdings in GT Land Development. Andrews also stated that the ! district's superintendent and assistant assis-tant superintendent have known about his involvement in GT Land Development. In addition, Andrews wrote that, because of his relationship with Acord and GT Land Development, he has gone 'to greater lengths to assure that Design West meets all of their abligations to the district." Earlier this year Andrews, representing rep-resenting GT Land Development, ; appeared before the Park City Board of Adjustment to request a parking requirement variance for a (duplex planned for Deer Valley ,Loop Road. According to the Sminutes of the June 3 meeting, (Andrews referred to Rich Pittman jof Design West as "his designer." j Nancy DeFord, Park City School District's superintendent, said she has been assured by (Andrews that a conflict of interest does not exist between Andrews i jProposed go through Continued from A-1 wide and five feet high at its tallest point. Each side would be bor-dered bor-dered by a four-foot-high stone structure. i There would remain an ungated entrance on the subdivision's southern end. During its Oct. 8 meeting the Planning Commission denied an appeal by Shinn of Park City iCommunity Development Director Rick Lewis ruling that a conditional-use permit is necessary for the gate. Shinn also told the Planning Commission that he is willing to take his case to the City Council and, if necessary, sue the city. "It should also be clear that we tare prepared to continue an appeal to the City Council . . . And, if we are turned down, there will be liti-Jgation," liti-Jgation," Shinn said. The only way for the city to avoid involvement in this litigation is to permit the gate. And, if somebody thinks we are violating their, rights, they can sue us and we will defend our rights ' and Acord. "I have not seen a conilia of interest," DeFord said Friday. The dollar amount of contracts between the district and Design West are public information, but Park City School District Business Administrator Burke Jolley said they were unavailable on Friday. However, Design West has been the principal architect on three major projects, the Park City High School addition, the new Ecker Hill Middle School and the school district's office building. Voters approved approximately $30 million mil-lion in bonds for the aforementioned aforemen-tioned construction projects. Jolley said a formal request by The Park Record would have to be made to obtain the contracts. School Board member Carol Murphy said the district has been working on the projects for some time and Andrews did not have a key role during the original negotiations negoti-ations for the construction. She also said that Andrews was "absolutely not" involved in the awarding of any contracts for the project. gate must CUP hoop with them." Shinn also requested a recording record-ing of the Planning Commission's Oct. 8 meeting. Planning Commissioner Jim Hier said he does not want to waiver waiv-er from the Commission's decision that a conditional-use permit is necessary for the gate, but he disagreed dis-agreed with several of the Commission's findings, which are outlined in a Oct 22 report by City Attorney Jodi Hoffman. Hier said four findings that address master-planned developments develop-ments in Park City should be eliminated elim-inated from the report. The Commission, though, agreed to eliminate only one, while rewriting two others. After the debate, the Commission approved its findings with the Commission's changes. Other actions taken by the Planning Commission Wednesday night included: Forwarding with a positive recommendation rec-ommendation to the City Council ; an ordinance that would establish review 'criteria for' the ppovfiS' of , H, V V " V s , v m h m w w m a a m m m ... , y . - . 'i. ,r. SCOTT SINEPARK RECORD Andy Bernhard, Park City Rotary president, thanks local ski area representatives for their donations. From left are Bernhard, Charlie Lansche, Chip Carey, Bob Wheaton, Dave Galusha and Rotary board member Mark Cohen. Rotary receives over $15,000 in donations The Park City Rotary Club, the area's ski resorts and the Park City Ski Education Foundation have teamed up to offer kids in Park City who might not have the chance to ski the opportunity to participate in the sport. During a Rotary Club meeting Tuesday, Bob Wheaton of Deer Valley Resort, Charlie Lansche of Park City Mountain Resort, Chip Carey of The Canyons and Dave Galusha of the Park City Ski Education Foundation announced that their companies would be donating goods and services to The Rotary Club that will, in turn, be given to underprivileged underpriv-ileged children. "When they became aware of what we were doing, they stepped up with extremely generous contributions," Rotary Club President Andy Bernhard said. Each ski resort has donated 100 lift tickets to the cause and the Park City Ski Education Foundation has donated ski equipment remaining from a recent ski swap. In all, the donations are worth in excess of $15,000. The donations announced Tuesday were a year in the making. In 1996, the International Skiing Rotarians visited Park City and gave a donation of $1,000 to the Park City Rotary Club to help give the opportunity to underprivileged under-privileged children to ski. "They skied and left us $1,000 to spend," said Mark Cohen, a Rotary Club board mem ber in charge of international services. The Park City Rotary Club then asked the area resorts and the Park City Ski Education Foundation to help arrange a program with the $1,000. The resorts and the Park City Ski Education Foundation, though, decided to donate their services rather than charge the Rotary Club. "We're going to get the kids on the hill and get the kids some equipment," Cohen said. "I didnt want any child to not have the ability to go skiing." The original $1,000 has yet to be spent and Cohen said it could be used for ski lessons for the children. telecommunications permits. Forwarding with a positive recommendation rec-ommendation to the City Council a plat amendment for a parcel of land on King Road. Forwarding with a positive recommendation rec-ommendation a lot combination on Main Street. Continuing a public hearing concerning con-cerning a development on April Mountain. Continuing a hearing concerning an application for a Park Avenue SubdJvMoiglWp; - Local housing meeting slated Homeowners want a bigger role j Continued from A-1 tive of property owner Scott iSimonich, told concerned residents resi-dents his engineering firm is only charged with construction of the driveway's access and is not privy to the owner's building plans, 'Buller said residents are under the impression that more modular homes will be built on Simonich's 'three lots. i The reason for their presence at the board of adjustment meeting, meet-ing, however, was to show that1 Summit Park residents are concerned con-cerned about all aspects of new development, including snow removal and ero- i i .i rr ision concerns raised oy me lov-! lov-! foot-long driveway proposed by I Burnside and approved by coun-I coun-I ty planning staff to service Simonich's property. In response to the public input received at Thursday's meeting, the board of adjustment moved to support the county planning staff's decision to approve a common driveway, dri-veway, however, they overturned approval for grading of the driveway drive-way until more can be learned about the future structures and potential negative impacts of the driveway. Placing his grading permit on hold is alright by Burnside, he told The Park Record, as no progress on the driveway could be made until this spring anyway. For Buller and his fellow Summit Park residents, however, the board of adjustment's motion to place Burnside 's permit on hold is proof that the homeowners association can act together to help guide the future of their community. com-munity. Concerning the Aspen Drive modular home, Buller said, further fur-ther action by the homeowners association is pending an opinion from their attorney. He further commented that if the homeowners homeown-ers association is not only concerned con-cerned with the aesthetics of a modular home, but they also believe the building is substandard regarding energy codes and snow load capabilities. Furthermore, contends Summit Park Homeowners Association board member Kay Kunkel, the building was never inspected by the Summit County Building Department. According to the Summit County Building Department, while all manufactured homes are HUD inspected, the building department was still required to and did visit the site for a footing foundation inspection. Additionally, although building department has not yet had a chance to perform a final inspection, inspec-tion, said a building department representative, no certificate of occupancy has been issued for the Janssen property. For Kunkel, a local realtor, there are additional concerns that the modular home will decrease the value of surrounding homes. Kunkel pointed out that building any structure that reduces property proper-ty values violates CC&Rs. Because of property value concerns, con-cerns, in addition to the aforementioned aforemen-tioned structural concerns, Kunkel said, the homeowners association sent Janssen a letter asking him to suspend construction and consult with the Summit Park Architectural Committee, but Janssen did not heed the association's associa-tion's requests. Kunkel added that the architectural architec-tural committee and homeowner's association exist to help individuals individu-als build structures that are better suited to the area, and are "not here as a prohibitive board. We're really here as a help to (homeowners)," (homeown-ers)," she stressed. The public is invited to discuss moderate-income housing needs and issues with planners and elected elect-ed officials of Summit County governments gov-ernments on Wednesday, Oct. 29. County commissioners, mayors, city council persons, planning commissioners,, com-missioners,, coriiltaflts, and key. staff are seeking ides.jnformation and perspective ','fcpni' area residents resi-dents as they prepare plans to provide pro-vide affordable housing in the county. The workshop will be held at the Summit County Commission Chambers, located at 60 North Main Street in Coalville, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. "Thousands of families throughout through-out Utah are finding it more difficult diffi-cult than ever to afford a decent place to rent or buy," said housing advocate Steve Erickson. "That's one of the downsides of rapid growth, a strong economy, and a booming real estate market, in this state. Often the lack of affordable housing hurts economic development develop-ment efforts, and may force a communities' com-munities' children to 'double up' with their parents or 'leave ' tdWpr" Local governments can play a key role in creating . affordable housing opportunities for their residents, res-idents, Erickson said. "Careful planning for future growth, targeting target-ing vacant lots for 'in-fill' housing, adjusting zoning requirements, leveraging local funds and assets, and working smartly with developers develop-ers really can make moderate-income moderate-income housing a reality," he added. Local planning efforts to provide pro-vide moderate-income housing were mandated by the 1996 General Session of the Utah Legislature. Each city, town, and county must complete by the end of next year an element of its general gen-eral or master plan that identifies local affordable housing needs and training sessions and public. meetings meet-ings are designed to hehp.cpmmuni-ties hehp.cpmmuni-ties accomplish this. The workshop is hosted by the Utah Division of Community Development, which has retained the firm Bear West to present information on affordable housing definitions, design, and finance, and will facilitate discussion of local needs and issues. Twenty-four Twenty-four workshops will be conducted statewide in 1997, with all Utah local governments participating. Forecast Center predicts dangers Continued from A-1 callers to the 649-2250 number will be given the new number, Tremper said. The Forecast Center uses a 24-line, 24-line, multi-call announcer to handle han-dle the load of calls received on the 364-1581 number in Salt Lake. Even if the line is occasionally busy, Utah skiers, snowboarders and snowmobilers should consider themselves lucky to have such a service. Colorado, Montana and the Northwest are the only other areas in the United States that have systems similar to the Forecast Center. The annual budget for the avalanche forecast offices around the state is $140,000 $100,000 of that is dedicated to the Salt Lake office which employs seven people. The Forest Service funds 25 percent of the budget, as does Salt Lake County and the state of Utah. The last quarter of the annual budget is funded by private pri-vate donations like Black Diamond's annual fund raiser that generated $17,000 this year. Almost all of the money goes to personnel, according to Tremper. With the recent rise in popularity popular-ity of back country snowmobiling and subsequent avalanche fatalities Tremper said his organization orga-nization is working to inform the new clientele. "We're trying to reach the snowmobile community a lot more than we used to," Tremper said. "They seem to be very interested inter-ested in taking avalanche classes. In an effort to reach the motorized motor-ized masses, the Utah Avalanche Forecast Center will have a recording on a toll-free Utah State Park phone line: The Forecast Center does not offer avalanche classes per se but Tremper does give avalanche awareness talks that frequently draw a few hundred guests. The Forecast Centert Website, which has a complete listing of local avalanche classes, is www.avalanche.org Callers may reach the Forecast Center office at 524-5304. Sara A. Henry Attorney at Law is pleased to announce the opening of her Park City law office. Licensed in California since 1991, and specializing in estate planning, probate administration, conservatorships, probate and trust litigation, and guardianships, Sara is available immediately for consultations . and referrals in these areas of law. . Tost Offiu 'Bok. 681466 TarkCHy, Utah 84068-1466 (435)649-6632 Dfrjrjer af The Baker Sf reef VHaunted Mansion" Restaurant rl October jist. Halloween Games Magik Facepainting Li o true spoony music Children $7.50 Adults $14.50 Includes Salad, Choice of Entre. Beverage and Dessert 2 Seatings 6-oo PM - Adults and Kids 8 jo PM - Adults Select Screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show with Props at 1000 PM Call Tor Reservations At 659655 Trick or Treat on Main Street Craig Reece, CRS WHAT WOULD MAMA THINK? There's no doubt about Itthe kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the whole house for many prospective buyers. Smart sellers will take a close look at how they can make their kitchen a real asset when it is time to sell. Your kitchen doesn't need to be state-of-the-art to be attractive. The first step toward enhancing your kitchen's appeal is a thorough ' cleaning. This includes the walls, cabinets (inside and out), floors, and appliances. Keep the counter tops as clear as possible of small appliances and gadgets. Consider low-cost improvements which can make a big difference, such as a coat of point, fresh wallpaper, or new floor covering. Be sure to keep the kitchen sparkling when the house Is being shown. This means no dirty dishes In the sink or moldy cucumbers in the refrigerator. This extra effort will pay great dividendsl For rock solid advice on buying or selling real estate, call Craig Reece at 801-647-8017 or toll free at 1-800-553-4666. Craig has been a full time Park City resident since 1973 and a full-time real estate agent since 1978. (801) 647-8017 (801) 649-7171 (800) 553-4666 Prudential Saddleview Offlte Pirk 2200 Park Avennc, Bldg B Park City , UT MOtO MOO) S53-4M (801149-7171 Tha PrudsrHial and W itoWmd vio mart of The PnidanMlnftmcaConfiayof Amwio-Equd homing opoonurtty. Each conipanyindwniinltyowd and optfaWd. fi POOR |