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Show expire micrographics .UtIrn E tis ?ijfC ipc Wednesday, January 15, 1997 Vol. 19, No. 2 50 cents a single copy To subscribe call 756-766- 9 Upcoming township vote prompts annexation requests By BARBARA CHRISTIANSEN and RUSS DALY The preservation of a rural lifestyle may be a possibility as a group of area residents is working toward creating a township south of the American Fork and Lehi areas. As north Utah County continues to grow toward urbanization, some have felt the population was becoming too dense, with too many individuals per acre. An upcoming election, scheduled for Feb. 4, will determine whether the nearly 2,000 acres of land will become a township or remain open for city-style- d development. When last year's state legislature enacted a law to permit citi zens to create townships to disand effectively block courage annexation of ground into cities, it seemed to be the way for the residents of the southern land to maintain their agricultural lifestyle. They have worked to create the North Shore Township, a parcel of land nearly 2,000 acres in size, with fewer than 200 eligible voters, according to county sources. That's exactly the problem, say owners of property in the area. In the upcoming township election, only registered voters may cast ballots on the future of the property. Those who own property, but do not use it for their primary residence, are not permitted to vote. County officials report that there has not been a surge in the number of voters registering for the upcoming election; however, they note that many eligible have already registered due to the recent presidential election. To create the township, it would take a majority of those registered to vote, not just of those casting ballots. Called a "super majority," the requirement is unusual in that it enables those who do not choose to vote to affect the outcome the same as if thev had cast a "no" bal- tion for annexation. During the period of time a city is considering whether to accept the ground, it would be exempt from designation within the township, if that passes the election process. If the property is subsequently not annexed, it would then revert to the township. American Fork has received, and is considering, an annexation request for two parcels of land, totaling a little over 300 acres. Lehi City has had inquiries about the potential of annexation, but no formal request had been filed at press time. Once in a township, property is not hkelv to be easilv removed. lot. Under the township law, however, there is a provision which permits those who may wish to annex their land to a city in order to gain those development rights to peti "It is very hard to get out of a township," said attorney Kent Willis who works with the county. A property owner would have to gain the approval of the Mwn-hiplanning and zoning board, then petition the county for removal from the township. Since the declared purpose of the township is p' to prevent develop- ment, it is not likely the planners would readily approve a secession. The state legislature is looking at making changes to the township law at its session this year, according to reports. "The legislature will probably be making a lot of changes to the law," said Willis. He indicated that once the township is formed it would he subject to any revisions passed in the state law However, the creation of the township m question comes under the code passed by the '9( legislature, a law many say was created wi'h Salt Lake County in mind and only expanded to encompass the entire state at the last hour of the legislative session. In response to this year's laws, however, those who hope to develop their property m the future have perhaps been prompted to take action sooner than expected in order to avoid the township status. "It has had the effect of forcing decisions to come more quickly," said American Fork Planning See TOWNSHIP on Page 4 LHS announces candidates for Sterling Scholar contest Editor's note: Tins i.i the first in part series highlighting Lehi r'"" ' ' a four ' -- &Wh:&rs'it Kvv k 4f h it rr- .... -- y&ihfr ) Photo courtesy Lehi Centennial History The unpainted bandwagon of 1895. Later, art missionary Edwin Evans would paint nude mermaids on the wagon, much to the horror of the ladies of the community. Subsequent revivals added raised lettering to the wagon, which is now housed at Bandwagon Park. Lehi bandwagon to roll again for Sesquicentennial rM. ; . . if..- , Mr ? -- , ,2a-V- " . By RUSS DALY City Editor The hearts of the children are turning to their fathers, particularly as citizens of the state reflect back on their pioneer heritage this year. With 1997 marking the sesquicentennial of the pioneers' entrance into the Salt Lake valley, a group of local residents is working to bring back one of Lehi's finest efforts. Scott Sampson has volunteered to chair a committee to create a replica of the Lehi Silver Bandwagon, the original of which is now housed in Bandwagon Park. Sampson had wanted to restore the wagon in e honor of his grandfather, Ray Stewart, who had BANDWAGON on Page 4 sup-Se- Cindy Hadfield jokes that when she went to college, she studied bread baking and cake decorating, classes she now says "don't count in real life." That type of class may have come in handy after she married her high school sweetheart, until she was placed in the role of bread winner instead of bread maker. The former Cindy Jones spent a year in beauty school, then a year at Dixie College before marrying Scott Hadfield. After her marriage, plans to finish school were put aside, although she enjoyed assisting her sister, Donalee Evans, in her During those 12 years, she felt that if she ever did go back to school, it would be in the field of elementary education. Then Scott was diagnosed with melanoma, and the couple faced some tough decisions and some tough challenges, but they went ahead together, with the support of family members on all sides. Cindy returned to school with Scott's blessing, the support of her mother, Dalene, and the help of her own children. Despite the pressures, the demands of school were actually beneficial for her at that l. Troy Smith A National Merit Scholar in both English and science, Troy considers first grade the roots of his writing career when he copied sentences into his notebook. Through the years, he said, writing has become more than just words on a page, but the expression of ideas, thoughts and emotions. He has participated in debate. Academic Decathlon and Peer Leadership programs, as well as serving as editorial editor of the school newspaper and historian on the student council. He has also been a member of the jazz band, concert band, Lehi Singers and the French Club. Troy has lettered in track and cross country and finished eighth in state in the latter. He has earned his Eagle Scout award and is listed in Who's Who Among American High School Students. He is the son of Ron and Kaye Smith of Lehi. f . ' - V 4 mmJL i fen.. Trov Smith Kasha Loiseau Kasha Loiseau The daughter of Aniiel and Sharon Loiseau of Lehi, Kasha said she was taught to "do her very best" from the time she was very Photo by Russ Daly Melvin Anderson, left, explains about the historic Lehi Silver Bandwagon to City Councilmember Robert Fox, center, and Scott Sampson, who will serve as chairman of a project to create a replica of the famous Lehi artifact. time. "It was an out for me to keep my sanity rather than just stay home and dwell on how sick Scott was," she said. "I could escape for just a little bit. It was what kept me from going into depression." Not that escape was easy, but she had a sister-in-laand other family members who would care for her husband while she was away, and most importantly, Scott himself was "very supportive" of her efforts. Cindy spent four years during his illness completing her general education, finishing that portion of her degree not long after Scott passed away in December 1994. She continued her pursuit of an elementary teaching certificate through a unique program in the last group of students that had the offered through opportunity Weber State University, although most of her classes were held at Utah Valley State College. The select group of 3C students were admitted to the program only after a written test and a personal interview. Marilyn Lofgren, a member of the WSU teacher education faculty, later said of Cindy that she "found her a very exceptional student." In addition to the classes taught on the UVSC campus, Cindy took See SCHOLARS on Page 4 y Lehi. Since graduation last month, Cindy has been working as a substitute teacher in the area and plans to seek a permanent position when Alpine School District conducts interview next month. Cindy credited much of her success to her mother, about whom she said, "with her help and encouragement, I'm here today and finished." Dalene, however, doesn't doubt Cindy's own determination, saying "she's worked so hard. Dalene actually encouraged both Cindy and her sister, Kaylene, to return to school. Kaylene is currently working in an intern program at Dixon Middle School in Provo, where she teaches math. Cindy also acknowledged the help of her own daughter. Ember, who helped with the two younger children at home. Cindy said she "really kept things intact." "I was really intimidated," said Cindy about her initial thoughts of returning to school. "But once I started and realized I was taking it more seriously, it was not as scary as I thought it would be." . Kaycee Milam BYU group to bring musical show to Lehi on-lin- two-da- i months old. Her drive for learning continued uninterrupted through eighth e course through the Internet, as well as one class in Ogden. She then completed her student teaching in the second grade at Sego Lilv Elementary in one s little. She explained that her father held up signs at her crib that read "mom" or "dad" in bright red letters when she was only 10 "I From bread maker to bread winner, Lehi woman finds strength in adversity By RUSS DALY City Editor High Sehool students nameil as Sterling Scholars. Lehi School has High announced the names of 12 students selected to represent the school as candidates in the TV Sterling Deseret News-KSScholar program. The students and their respective categories for this week are: Kaisha Troy Smith, English; Loiseau, mathematics, and Knycee Milam, science. "The Neighborhood" is coining into the neighborhood as Brigham Young Young L'niversity's Ambassadors present a fun Broadway revue in Lehi. Sponsored by the Lehi South Stake and the Lehi Arts Council, the program will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Lehi High School. 180 N. 500 East. Tickets are priced at $3 per person and are available in the wards of the South Stake until Sunday, Jan. 19, ofter wluch they will be made available to the general public at Pioneer Party and Copy. Tickets remaining unsold the night of the performance will be available at the door, but all tickets are available on a basis. Musical "The Neighborhood Scenes from the Streets and Beat of Your Town" features songs from Newsies, West Side Story and The Lion King, focusing on yesterday's values and today's youth in a fast paced revue. first-com- u mm Photo courtesy Dalene Jones Cindy Hadfield holds the diploma she earned when she went back to school, coping simultaneously with her husband's terminal illness and death. first-serve- d |