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Show lit. Am. Fork Planning Commission Look Back on Busy Year AMERICAN FORK STAKE PRESIDENCY Leading the members of the stake are; I. to r., Fred Bowen, first counselor; Stanley D. Roberts, president; D'Monte W. Coombs, second counselor and Cecil Ray Hansen, secretary. jOn Euents Boring Year i We extend to the members of ! the American Fork Stake and to ; all the other readers of the "Citizen" our heartfelt "Merry Christmas and a Happy New :Year". Our stake turned the corner of its tenth full and progressive year as a stake in 1973. As it did so and began its second decade, ' many changes occurred indicating indicat-ing continuing vigor and improvement: im-provement: A new ward- the American Fork Sixteenth- was created by ! the realignment of the Third, Seventh and Tenth ward boun-; boun-; daries. This was made possible : by the completion and dedication dedica-tion of the lovely new chapel now being used by the Third and Tenth Wards. ! The vigorous stake building program fund-raising drive that J spread the load of the cost of the new chapel to the entire stake is ! continuing. Our hearts are grateful ; because of the deep faithfulness ,of the stake members in supporting sup-porting this program which now I makes us optimistic that other building projects to serve the growing needs of the stake will soon be underway. Most of the Elders Quorums were reorganized during the year. We are grateful for the outstanding Elders who accepted accept-ed burdens of leadership and for the support they received from their families that made this possible. We pray that they will enjoy every needed blessing from our Father in Heaven. This year saw the inaugura tion of the new Melchizedek and Aaronic Priesthood MIA programs. The stake and each ward are now fully organized to implement these programs. After serving ten years as president of the American Fork Stake Relief Society, Ethel Mecham and her counselors and board were released by a grateful grate-ful stake whom they served so well for so long. We are confident confi-dent that the outstanding women who replaced them will take the work of the Relief Society to new heights. The faithful and dedicated efforts ef-forts of the Stake Sunday Schools and primaries as well as the ward bishoprics and ward leaders and teachers saw improvements im-provements in all aspects of the work of building the kingdom in the American Fork Stake. With our neighboring stakes we have made frequent and enjoyable en-joyable use of the newly completed com-pleted Mutal Dell Lodge. We extend our thanks to all who devoted time and effort to plan and to complete this lovely faci-litiy faci-litiy that has already proved so popular. As we consider the accomplishments accom-plishments of the past and the cause in which we are engaged, we are grateful for all of you, our fellow workers in the stake and our neighbors in the community. com-munity. We feel that the cause in which we are engaged, is the only one that can bring about the peace and good will among men for which we are all seek- The Friendly Beasts Jesus, our Brother, strong and good, Was humbly born in a stable rude. And the friendly beasts around him stood, Jesus, our Brother, strong and good. "I," said the donkey, shaggy and brown, "I carried his mother up hill and down, I carried her safely to Bethlehem town, "I," said the donkey, shaggy and brown. "I," said the cow, all white and red, "I gave him my manger for his bed, I gave him my hay to pillow his head, "I" said the coid, all white and red. "I," said the sheep with curly horn, "I gave him my wool to keep him warm, I gave him my coat on Christmas morn, "I," said the sheep with curly horn. A (iliristmus (liirol by KoiiKHT f)ls From fNCrCtOPEOA OF SBLE LIFE by The Millers, published by Harper & Row It gives us great pleasure to greet you and to extend our warm, sincere thanks. mode o'dav ing and which was enunciated by the angels when they announced an-nounced the birth of the Saviour. We pray that the purpose pur-pose of His birth and the spirit of His life, and the hope it gives each of us for peace and good w.ll, may always activate not only this season but all the days of the coming year. Again, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to each of you. American Fork Stake Presidency Chairman Lee Wootton has directed the American Fork Planning Commission through a busy 1973, accomplishing much in their efforts to help the city move forward in an orderly manner. George Scott, a professional planning consultant was retained to serve on the board this year, and has worked with the commission and the city council in many areas. Members Memb-ers of the planning commission are: Reese Glines, LaRae Greenwood, Loren Spencer, Glen Durrant and Calvin Mon-son. Mon-son. It was necessary to increase the number of meetings the commission held because of the heavy work load. Meetings are now scheduled on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. George Scott, a professional planning consultant was hired early in the year to offer expertise exper-tise to the commission and the city courcil. Among long range goals set by the commission were the up dating of the city's master plan. The establishment of a Community Com-munity Entrance Zone, Large Scale Development guidelines, and a fire zone ordinance were accomplished during 1973. The commission and the city council have representatives on four committees that have been formed to bring the city's master mas-ter plan of 1965 up to date. The committees have been meeting separately the past few months doing studies, researching and formulating plans to present at a general meeting to be scheduled early in 1974. The four committees named with their chairmen are: Land Use, Jerry Hansen, with Fran- Hope the holiday season lifts -r your spirit with happiness, laughter. Thanks to all the folks we have had the pleasure of serving. Parker's Husky Service I c f " f - - If W j(s. , - -v- CHRISTMAS A A 444 GREETINGS 44i May hearts be filled with faith. To good friends, patrons, our appreciation. A ALPINE FIRST THRIFT ALPINE FIRST THRIFT cis Mortenson, Melvin Frandsen and Evan Brady. This committee commit-tee is acquiring c.id analyzing base information of existing land use patterns and will make recommendations for the future growth of the city as well as improvements to existing usages. Chairman of the Transportation Transporta-tion Committee is Melvin Kitchen Kit-chen with Reece Glines and LaDell Terry. They are studying study-ing and will make recommendations recommenda-tions for traffic circulation to assure that it contributes to the support of the local culture and economy. Heading the Community Facilities Faci-lities Committee with Leo Wootton Woot-ton from the planning commission commis-sion and Rod Turner from the city council is Clifford Finch. This committee will make recommendations for capital improvements programming for schools, public parks, open spaces, sewer and water facilities, facili-ties, fire and police protection and civic buildings. The Cultural and Sociological Committee is chaired by Douglas Doug-las Nicholes with LaRae Greenwood Green-wood and Bill Pierce. Needed improvements or additions to cultural facilities and activities will be recommended by this conmittee. The city has retained Eugene E. Carr of Architects Planners Alliance to undertake surveys and research. The Community Entrance zone was created in order to protect road entrances into American Fork. The zone is limited in frontage along major streets entering town and will be characterized by a strip of land landscaped with iawn, shrubs and trees along the front property line. Off street parking areas must I? set back from the street to allow the landscaping. This will not only provide the city with an attractive appearance, appear-ance, but will provide for the unobstructed use of the highway right of way. The Large scale development allows building developments in residential areas, but provides strict guidelines. The beaver is not only an efficient, but also fast engineer. It can cut down a willow tree five inches think in three minutes. Greet the New Year with a cheer and see it through with happiness Merry Christmas from Lillies' Gift Shop J We couldn't ask for a better audience. Thanks for your support. OVERMAN APPLIANCE THE AMERICAN FORK CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DEC. 20, 1973 Kissing Under Mistletoe The word "mistletoe" derives from the Anglo-Saxon word "niistleltan." It is a parasitic plant which grows on evergreen trees, with small yellowish-green leaves, yellowish flowers and waxy white, poisonous berries. Under a sprig of mistletoe men are by custom privileged privi-leged to kiss any women standing under it. The man is supposed to first remove one of the berries and present pre-sent it to the woman. When all the berries are gone, this kissinsr game is over. It is thought this custom comes from an early pagan marriage rite. Mistletoe was considered sacred by the Druids in ancient Britain and they performed elaborate ceremonies cere-monies around it at the winter solstice. Because of these pagan associations, it is seldom used in church decorations. . "'tt vtv - - i i m wo Mr"Y" Menny Gfypistr&s Holiday greetings are always in style. We've enjoyed your goodwill and" confidence throughout the year. Thanks. From the Staff of Erma's House of Beauty American Fork ? ' J I-' ' v h I ,n the Slow of 1 y, this happy season, t ti I we thank you for the ioyalty t'M. h you have shown. VI X 1 Joy t0 alL Grant's American 77 West Main 595 East State American Fork t 3 """ONUS" 1 1 rrGS V-' o May the peace and serenity nf thin hnlidav senjtnn fill vou with heqrthside warmth. For your kind patronage, our thanks. Star Flour Mills American Fork .61 West Main American Fork |