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Show Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, March 3-6, 2018 The Park Record U.S. Olympic Committee chief exec steps down, citing health problems Blackmun quits as political pressure mounts on USOC EDDIE PELLS Associated Press COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Scott Blackmun resigned as chief executive of the U.S. Olympic Committee on Wednesday, citing difficulties with prostate cancer and the federation’s need to urgently move forward to address the sex abuse scandal that has rocked gymnastics. The 60-year-old CEO was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this winter and did not attend the Pyeongchang Games. Blackmun leaves amid calls for his departure, including from two U.S. senators who said neither he nor the USOC at large reacted properly to sex abuse cases involving Larry Nassar, the doctor who abused members of the U.S. gymnastics team. The USOC is conducting an independent review of when Blackmun and others learned the details about abuse cases at USA Gymnastics and whether they responded appropriately. Susanne Lyons, a member of the board, will serve as acting CEO. At a news conference to kick off the Olympics, USOC chairman Larry Probst said Blackmun had served the USOC with distinction and the board found no reason to relieve him. “Given Scott’s current health situation, we have mutually agreed it is in the best interest of both Scott and the USOC that we identify new leadership so that we can immediately address the urgent initiatives ahead of us,” Probst said Wednesday. The USOC said it was starting several initiatives, including providing new funding and resources for Nassar victims. It also will review its relationships with national governing bodies of Olympic sports and double funding to the U.S. Center for SafeSport. Blackmun’s last several years at the helm of the USOC have been focused on establishing the center, which stemmed out of task forces to determine how to compel governing bodies of all Olympic sports to use the same rules for reporting and handling abuse cases. It was a herculean task that involved raising millions of dollars to start an independent organization that polices abuse cases in a similar manner as the independent U.S. Anti-Doping Agency runs doping control in the United States. But all the cases in question – including dozens involving USA Swimming and USA Gymnastics – occurred before the new protocols came into play. The shocking testimony from dozens of gymnasts who were abused by Nassar led to calls for a complete turnover of the USA Gymnastics board, and then for Blackmun’s removal. U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., said it’s clear the USOC’s culture needs to change. “The U.S. Olympic Committee must now bring on new leadership determined to deliver answers and accountability regarding how Larry Nassar was able to freely abuse young girls for decades, as well as answers to questions about abuse in other Olympic programs,” Shaheen said. Blackmun started as CEO just before the 2010 Vancouver Games and settled an organization that had been rife with infighting after the surprise removal of Jim Scherr and his replacement with Stephanie Streeter, who lasted less than two years. Blackmun smoothed over rocky relationships with national governing bodies and with the International Olympic Committee, renegotiating an agreement over sharing revenues from TV and sponsorship deals that caused problems between the two entities for years. The reworked deal smoothed the way for the USOC to bring the Olympics back to the United States for the first time since 2002, when it landed the 2028 Games for Los Angeles. Some, however, criticized that deal as a consolation prize; LA really bid for the 2024 Games, which were awarded to Paris, and the IOC ended up granting 2028 to Los Angeles at the same time as the only other candidate for 2024. Some of the petS at NuzzleS & Co. lookiNg for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Luka Beeker Mirella Pippin Luka is a gorgeous brown tabby and white Domestic Longhair. She’s about 7 years old, and is a mellow,easygoing lady. Luka enjoys spending time with people and gets along well with cats. This senior is looking for a peaceful and loving forever home. Beeker is a 2-year-old Snowshoe mix with a beautiful coat and bright blue eyes. He is shy but sweet, and he gets along well with people and other cats. Beeker would be happiest in a quiet home where he can relax and snuggle with his people. Mirella’s a social 1-year-old Domestic Longhair with a black and white coat. This friendly girl gets along well with other cats and loves attention. She is gentle and easygoing. Mirella loves to come running to greet people when they walk in the room! Pippin is a sweet,playful 10month-old Domestic Shorthair with a brown tabby and white coat. She arrived with a previously-injured leg, but it is healed and doesn’t slow her down one bit! This spunky girl would be a wonderful addition to a loving home! Bongo Bane Yoli Manny Bongo’s a 2-year-old cattle dog mix who’s looking for someone who likes to go hiking and camping and have one adventure after another! Bongo loves to play with other dogs and pretty much ignores cats. He’d love a home with an active and fun-loving family! Meet Bane! This bundle of energy likes to play play play! Bane is a 10-month-old Chihuahua mix. He spends half of his days playing with his canine friends and the other half being carried around by our staff and volunteers because he loves to be loved! Yoli is a 9-month-old black and white Chihuahua. He loves to go on walks, loves to be held, is great on leash and doesn’t jump. Yoli is good with other dogs. He shows interest in cats but doesn’t react. Yoli would make a great addition to any loving family. Manny is a 2-year-old cattle dog mix. He has a lot of energy but is also is a little shy. He needs a patient family that will help him boost his confidence! He is very friendly and playful. He gets along with other dogs, too! WaNted: voluNteerS These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words Kimball Art Center The Kimball Art Center seeks dedicated volunteers in a variety of areas at its largest fundraiser of the year, the 47th Annual Park City Kimball Arts Festival on Historic Main Street Friday, Aug. 12 – Sunday, Aug. 14. Volunteers will have the chance to give back to the community while enjoying an environment of art, cuisine and music. For more information about available positions, responsibilities and benefits, please visit our website at ParkCityKimballArtsFestival.org/volunteer or contact volunteers@kimballartcenter.org. Mega Genius Supply Store & IQ HQ Ready to make a difference in the lives of local students? The Mega Genius Supply Store & IQ HQ is looking for a few interested (and interesting) adult volunteers to support students in grades 2-12 with homework at our quirky, free after-school tutoring program. Hours are flexible. Tutoring happens Mon-Thurs after school until 5pm at 435 Swede Alley. Learn more by calling Stacey at 435-655-8252 or emailing ssayers@parkcityinstitute.org. Orientation and training required. Join us in this fun and fulfilling work. Find us on Facebook. The Mega Genius Supply Store & IQ HQ is a project of the Park City Institute. National Ability Center The National Ability Center is seeking volunteers for the Summit Challenge, Utah’s largest ride for cyclists of all abilities, which will take place Saturday, Aug. 27. The Summit Challenge is a fully supported road ride of 16, 52 or 102 miles through the scenic mountains and valleys of Summit and Wasatch counties. To sign up, visit: SummitChallenge100.org/volunteer. Volunteers interested in cycling, bike maintenance, archery, water sports, climbing and more are always needed, Mondays-Saturdays. Email volunteer@discovernac.org to get started. Nuzzles & Co. Nuzzles & Co. is looking for volunteers to help furry friends waiting for adoption. This local nonprofit needs people to walk dogs, socialize with the animals, and assist with pet care and cleanup. Shifts are available at the Tanger Outlets adoption center from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and at the Rescue & Rehab Ranch from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Nuzzles & Co. at 649-5441 or visit nuzzlesandco.org. Park City Medical Center Park City Medical Center needs volunteers 14 to 114 years old who want to work in a welcoming environment, stay busy with a variety of tasks, and have fun on the job. If you’d like to put your talents and skills to good use and help out a valuable community resource, please contact the volunteer manager at lisa.graham@imail.org. Park City Museum Do you love history and Park City? Are you interested in furthering your involvement in the community? The Park City Museum needs volunteers to help install and take down traveling exhibits, catalog and process collection items, assist in the Research Library, lead both adult tours and school group programs, and assist as gallery guides. Please contact Jenette Purdy at the Park City Museum for more information: 435-649-7457 or education@ parkcityhistory.org. Park City READS Park City READS (Recognizing, Educating and Advocating for Dyslexic Students) promotes elevating literacy through early identification of struggling readers, effective reading interventions, and appropriate classroom accommodations. Park City READS helps people navigate through diagnostic testing, school interventions, tutoring, and technology resources. Membership is free and open to the public. For information about volunteer opportunities, contact ParkCityREADS@gmail.com or search for PC READS on Facebook. Park Silly Sunday Market The Park Silly Sunday Market is celebrating its 10th anniversary beginning on June 5 and they are looking for volunteers for this community event. They have AM and PM shifts available and provide the team with lunch and gift certificates from their vendors. It’s a fun way to serve your community, meet new friends, and support the best sustainable party in Park City. Sign up at www. parksillysundaymarket.com or call Beth at 435-649-5151. PCCAPS Mentors PCCAPS, the successful business and education collaboration for Park City High School juniors and seniors, is seeking mentors with skills in software and web development, business, digital design, and engineering for highly motivated students completing real projects for local and international businesses such as RAMP, Rockwell-Collins, Adobe, Skull Candy and many more. Help develop students for success in the 21st century global workforce. Participate once, weekly, or monthly, your choice. Visit parkcitycaps.com, contact lyanderson@ pcschools.us or call 435-659-4847. B-7 |