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Show Jordan Study Targets Growth THE GREEN SHEET - Thursday, January 22, 1987 AS WE SEE IT Changing Of The Guard 'Wanted' Serves Up Lots Completed By Rec Board Of Surprises, Special Effects by Bob Mickelson Green Sheet Staff Writer TAYLORSVILLE. The Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation Board said goodbye to an old friend and welcomed a new face in its monthly meeting held over the past week. A new chairman and were also elected at the meeting. Miriam Farnsworth, who served on the board as the representative of the Granite School District since 1979, will now be leaving the board because she did not run for reelection to the Granite Board. Lynn Davidson will be replacing her as Granite's representative. Lorna Matheson. the representative from the Salt Lake City School District, was elected as the new chairman of the Recreation Board with Maurine Jensen selected as vice-chairm- During his opening remarks, County Parks and Recreation Division Director Gary Swensen paid tribute to the outgoing Mrs. Farnsworth. who. during her tenure, served as chairman of the Recreation Board. Her years on the board were, said Swensen. some of the productive in the division's history and he listed some of the many notable activities that took place during that period of time. Board members expressed their appreciation of her as "a fine board member." A resolution her service was presented Bart by County Commissioner Barker and Board member George Brown. Brown, the outgoing chairman of com-merati- the board, was also awarded a special plaque for his efforts. Continuing on with his report, Swensen noted that the late arrival of fall weather had a very positive effect on the county's three golf courses. Maintenance people got a better chance to prepare the courses for next spring and the added playing days increased golf revenues. The course were open an average of 52 more days than in 1985, setting record revenues and rounds played. Meadowbrook's total was $366,531, up $52,697: Mick' Riley $311,851, up $25,984; and Mountain View $433,767 or an increase of $28,559. Because of the increased revenues, the board and division staff have convinced the county commission that a golf enterprise fund should be established, so golf revenues will not be returned to the general fund, but go directly to golf course maintenance and improvement. The announcement followed on the heels of action taken by the board to increase green fees at county courses. "Now," said Swensen, "golfers will at least know that if they have to pay higher fees, the funds will go to the courses." The increases will raise the cost of nine holes from $4 to $5 and 18 holes from $8 to $10, bringing county courses in line with those in Salt Lake City and Murray. Special county rates will also be increased: juvenile fees for nine holes up from $2 to $2.50; high school team members from $1 to $2. Season passes will remain at $350 and seniors season passes (good on weekdays only) will stay at $175. Along with course maintenance, the increased revenues from the the higher fees will be used to build up funds to protect against shortfalls and possibly to act as seed money for new courses. Discussions with Riverton City about the turning over of five acres of the county owned Withers Property for the contstuction of a performing artsrecreation center are continuing. In return for the property, the city would provide opportunities for county recreation to use portions of the building for various activities, including child care. The county is receptive to idea, but still has concerns about which five acres would be the best for the ' building. In another property matter, the county real estate division has been in contact with the Taylorsville Babe Ruth Association, which would like obtain the use of three acres of land adjacent to property it currently leases from the county at 2200 West 5000 South. The three acres are currently owned by Bland Brothers and the league is asking if the county would be willing to trade for it with three acres of county property somewhere else. Swensen said his division has no objections to the concept, provided Taylorsville Babe Ruth covers the cost of developing the site. "We want it understood up front," Swensen stated, "that in no way should it be considered county recreation property andor that county recreation would have anything to do with its Winter s Cold, Snow Require Awareness SALT LAKE. The snow depths along the Wasatch front have finally increased, causing local officials to issue safety hints for winter sports enthusiasts. "Awareness and preparation is an essential part of your With common sense and a few essential items you can ensure a safe trip," Sheriff N.D. "Pete" Hayward observed. "Remember, there are no absolute rules in the Conditions can hangeajyjdty so take the proper gear fo"survive an, extra day or two, be alert to your surroundings, changes in weather conditions,, and the physical condition of your party members." y For more information on back-countr- travel, avalanche y preparedness, and a check list those interested may contact the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office public Information Unit at 4474 South Main in Murray, or call back-countr- 264-223- In case of an emergency, notify the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office 5 at or the appropriate emergency agency in your location," the sheriff concluded. SEEN ON THE SCREEN DEPT.: "Wanted: Dead Or Alive" was once a television western which brought Steve McQueen, as bounty hunter Josh Randall, galloping into our homes during the heyday of the westerns which included "Bat Masterson", "Wyatt Earp" and, of course, those great Cartwright men from "Bonanza." New World Pictures, the gang that brought us Soulman, has taken Wanted: Dead Or Alive and updated it to present day with Rutger Hauer as Nick Randall, a bounty hunter carrying on the family business just like his Josh. Randall is an operative who gets called in on the cases that regular law enforcement agencies can't handle. With an arsenal that any collector would be proud to own and his cunning, Randall builds quite a reputation for himself. When he's not out hunting, he is romancing his girlfriend Terry (Mel Harris) or hanging out with his best friend Quintz ( William Russ ) . He's really a loner, but in his business, it's pretty much a necessity. Through a series of events, Randall is contacted by his CIA friend (played by Robert Guillaume in a serious change of pace from his Gavin. Word has it that there are "Benson" role) and is sent after ter- more joining our ranks by the day. rorist Malak Al Rahim (Gene Simmons). Randall and Al Rahim have DON'T TOUCH THAT DIAL crossed swords before and this time DEPT.: If you haven't seen the "CBS Morout, Randall has no intention of it Simmons his ning blowing again. Program," we suggest you take plays terrorist role in such a manner that a look at the brightest, freshest, you can't help but hate him, which is smartest and funniest program to certainly to his credit. In one scene come down the early morning pike he blows up a theater, killing 138 in a long time. Hosts Rolland Smith people. According to the producers, and Mariette Hartley are fantastic they found a theater that was out of and play well off each other. It's the business and actually blew it up so kind of show that makes you feel there is no lack of realism in the good as you start your day. special effects area. ON THE CONTEST "Wanted: Dead Or Alive is a ANOTHER e movie HORIZON DEPT.: classy Based on the success of our last which serves up plenty of surprises and special effects in its 104 minutes. contest. ARC Entertainment ProIt is definitely worth seeing and is ductions, which produces this colcurrently playing at Mann and Cen- umn, and the Green Sheet, which publishes it in all editions, are worktury 5 Theatres. If you're looking for suspense and ing on a contest to top the last one. plenty of plot twists, we suggest you Can't give you any details right now see The Bedroom Window, starring as we are finalizing everything, but Steve Guttenberg, Elizabeth we should be ready to break the news next week. McGovern and Isabelle Huppert. Guttenberg is Terry Lambert, an HOME ON THE VIDEO DEPT,: architect having an affair with the CBS-Fo- x is releasing a triple treat boss's wife. She witnessed a murder, on Jan. 29 when Big Trouble in Little but in order to keep their affair hush-husTerry says that he was a China, starring Kurt Russell, Wise witness. When things don't start to Guys with Danny DeVito and Joe add up, Terry becomes a main Piscopo and a colorized version of The Maltese Falcon hit the video suspect and must locate and capture the killer, who happens to be a real psycho. Curtis Hanson's screenplay comes alive with suspense and intrigue, which can only be attributed to a great cast and the fact that Hanson also served as director, with Robert Towne as Listening to the audience's comments as they were leaving the theater only confirmed what we thought, The Bedroom Window, playing at Mann Theatres, is a winner. On a personal note to Rona Barrett, if you are going to review movies, we suggest you learn how to pronounce the names of the stars. Guttenberg isn't that hard is it? Tsk, tsk, Miss Rona. rT? r f III" r, ex-CI- J te L stores. KarlLorimar Video has Inspector Gadget in the video stores which should please a lot of parents and kids. Besides the multiple episodes, there is a safety tip at the end of each episode and Inspector Gadget is a funny cartoon series. MCA Home Video has released a tough suspenseful video entitled Humanoid Defender, about a home grown human who can do just about anything but kill. Since it was a government-finance- d project, the humanoid is marked for termination until one of his creators spirits him away. Naturally, the feds catch up with them and they agree to go on one mission. The special effects are extremely well done, the script is intelligent and the cast is believeable. It's a video winner. Fans of that great sleuth. Colum-bo- . will have a field day with Prescription Murder starring Gene Barry as a shrink who has murdered his wife and Peter Falk as Lt. who"s out to prove that he did it. Barry plays it smug and Colum-bo- , well, he's just Columbo, which is good enough for anyone is this MCA release. Until next week, remember to keep you feet off the seats and the popcorn hot. o exec-produce- r. 535-705- MAGNA. Employees at the Bacchus Works Hercules Aerospace have been recognized for producing $120 million in cost reductions over the last 25 years. A silver anniversary award was presented to the Bacchus Works by the National Association of Suggestion Systems, marking the third Hercules recognition in as many years from NASS. Awards were presented in 1984 and 1985 for the largest cost savings per employee in the aerospace industry. Gary Muir, Aerospace Products Group vice president for operations, said the Hercules program has grown dramatically since its inception in 1961. Last year's total savings was the highest ever in the program, more than $11 million. Employee participation since 1982 has grown nearly 10 percent each year. Although 1961 was the first year of the program, no savings were reported that year. The following year, business increased, the number of personnel doubled and savings amounted to $250,000. Each year since, the cost reduction goals have been either met or exceeded. The 1977 cost reduction goal was exceeded by 120 percent for the best overall performance to date. The Bacchus Works recognizes at least one top cost reduction contributor each month as a cost crusader. The employee receives a certificate, a $200 award and is also eligible for selection as crusader of the year and a $2,500 first prize. Two are awarded $1,000 each. runner-up- s Contributors of approved cost reductions under $500 also receive an award worth approximately $10. Cost reductions with savings of more , than $500 and less than $5,000 receive an award or gift certificate worth $25. Those with savings over $5,000 receive an award or gift certificate worth $50, while those with approved savings of $50,000 or more receive an award worth $75. & Kelli Lidell Green Sheet Entertainment Critics action-adventur- back-countr- y. Cost Cuts Cited At Hercules by Mark Cartwright Teachers Of The Month STANDOUTS . . . Linda Roth, a learning disabilities teacher from East Midvale elementary, and Carma Hansen, a fifth grade instructor from Terra Linda, were named as the latest Teachers of the Month. The award is by the Jordan Education Association and the Midvale Kiwanis Telecommuting Growing Rapidly TAYLORSVILLE. More than 200 companies nationwide have initiated some form of telecommuting program, according to Dr. Michael M. Homer, dean of the School of Business and Industry here at Utah s Technical College, "Telecommu ting, which implies communicating at a distance, is favored as a means to work from home for some part of the labor force," Homer explained, "most generally, that means doing work for others via a computer. "Jack Nilles of the University of Southern California predicts that by 1990 as many as 15 million people will be telecommuting," says Homer. "And the World Future Society has estimated that by the d turn of the century, a full of the American work force will be involved in this choice of employone-thir- ment." What are the implications? Dr. Homer says it will probably only be those with something of an spirit who can handle the it. "It requires ability to work well independently," he notes. With more than 50 percent of jobs today being in information-relate- d businesses and more than 50 percent of women in the labor force, is a trend to watch. Some positive aspects, Homer thinks, are potential cost savings to employers (offices, heat, light, etc.) a wider labor pool, reduced traffic, more secure neighborhoods because e, an adult will likely be home, and closer family units. The other side of the coin is that there is a sense of isolation while working at the keyboard in the privacy of one's home. And with some families, there will be constant interruptions, as well as the difficulty of an employer effectively supervising telecommuting workers. "However, the advent of the electronic mail system will help reduce this problem." Of great concern, too, the Utah Tech business dean points out, are the currently unresolved grey areas of liability for worker accidents and equipment damage. "And will there be a return to 'sweat shop' wages, no benefits and other conditions of home-basebusinesses years ago?" he asked. "In my view, one of the biggest stumbling blocks to successful telecommuting is the classification of home-base- d workers as independent contractors when they legally d are employees," Homer com- mented. "The Employment and Housing Subcommittee, Committee on Government Operations of the U.S. House of Representatives, is looking into whether there is evidence of exploitation of telecommuters. While there are still bugs to be worked out, the prospects for telecommuting are big. "I am convinced it will change the way we do businss in the future, but at a slower pace than some futurists claim," Dr. Homer says. MARK'S PERSONAL )1 NOTE DEPT.: Earl Wilson, celebrated Broadway gossip columnist and author, died Friday at age 79. His syndicated column "It Happened Last Night" was one of the best and New Yorkers, as well as the rest of the country, truly enjoyed it. He never ran an item that was false, nor did he ever launch vendettas like Louella Parsons or Hedda Hopper. Over the years, our paths crossed many times and Earl became a friend, as well as my unofficial mentor. Earl Wilson retired in 1983 due to Parkinson's disease, which marked the last time we saw his famous sign-of- f "That's Earl, brother." I write an item in this column, I'll be thinking "I hope Earl would like this one." Every time HEARD ON THE STREET DEPT.: Yes, it is true the Philip Michael Thomas and some of the members of his family are suing the National Enquirer, accusing the tabloid of running a smear campaign against them. The lawsuit is to the tune of $14 million. Hummmm, catchy tune, isn't it? Anthony Quinn is set to be the recipient of the Cecil B. DeMille Award from the Hollywood Foreign Press Assn. during the 44th annual Golden Globes presentation on Jan. 31. 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