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Show fi- i Urban Plan Sparse Crowd. SALT LAKE. A sparse group of citizens addressed county commissioners during a County Government (or the Next Century public hearing Thursday Although nearly 50 people attended the meeting ree-quarters were county employees or elected officialsthe hearing was nearly closed after two citizens voiced their opinion. A report suggesting county government be changed to manager-councform was the hearing's topic. The majority statement says a commission with a chief executive officer would serve citizens better by dividing legislative and administrative duties, making government more efficient and represen- Secondly ihe council should be composed of the 12 elected mayor1n the valley, plus two or three county council members who represent the unincorporated -th- il nine-memb- er tative. A minority report is also recommended by the task force, which calls for a commission with a chief executive officer. Jack Gallivan said the Business Government Alliance "endorses the majority report with three added suggestions." First, the county should not be given new taxing authority like the report suggests, said Gallivan. five-memb-er "Each would have voting powers in proportion population they represent," Gallivan said. 1 to the His third suggestion was whatever form of government is chosen, the county should provide all municipal serivces, then cities can have the option of contracting for them. Norman Sims of the United Association of Community Councils said he endorses urban county government, but by electing nine commissioners from geographic districts iti possible for citizens in unincorporated areas to have zero voice. "Gerimandering is a serious concern," he said. "It must be addressed so those in the unincorporated would have a voice." Sims said he especially supports shared services and taxing authority for the county. "Shared services is a vital start on the road of effi . ciency," he said, "...And the county needs taxing authority to continue providing city services." share serChairman of the Salt Lake vices task force, Truman Clawson said a jump to the City-Count- manager-counc- y form will suddenly put government il at odds. "The manager will have a staff and the council will have a staff and government will grow rather than becoming more efficient," Clawson said. Instead of a complete revamp, Clawson suggested minor adjustments be made one after the other. For example, the shared service task force decided fire services could be consolidated for a savings. So both entities are appropriating money, and asking other cities to join the venture. County Surveyor Carl Larsen said every time there are changes in government there may be efficiencies, but it "definitly costs the taxpayers more money." He used a report to support his statement. But Commissioner Dave Watson said he had reports to prove that restructuring saves money. County Assessor Bob Yeates said the government for city-coun- ty the next century report proposes "fixing something that really isn't broken." "At the present time we have some of the finest leadership," he said. County Clerk Dixon Hindley agreed. "I've never seen a business operate more efficiently (than the county). And there doesn't seem to be a lot of fear among the populace for wanting change." Hindley said there are islands of unincorporated areas so content with their services that they don't want to be annexed. Midvaie-For- t Union Community Council member A) Howatd supported Hindley's remarks. "We would like to stay independent," he said "We are facing the threat of annexation right now. What can we do to protect our turf so we are not gobbled up by all the cities around us seeking larger tax oases. Although County Treasurer Art Monson did not voice! an opinion on the report, he said the "burden 01 goven ment must be born in a different way than property tax." I ; ,. Single Copy 25" Volume 4, Number Thursday, Nov. 10 The Green Sheet 19, 1987 City Sweeps Old Ordinances Out by Dory Donner Green Sheet Staff Writer MIDVALE. The water fund has more money and residents have fewer laws following Tuesday evening city council business here. The council repealed several outdated ordinances. City Attorney Marty Pezely said the ordinances had been superseded either by later law or by circumstances. He pointed out as an example, the regulation governing a city jail which no longer exists. Pezely noted many or- - Copperview Is Offering Musical MIDVALE. The Copperview Community Center has announced the opening of its fall theatre production Behind the Rainbow today (Thurs- day). Per-- . Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. formances will also be held on Friday and Saturday night. d Behind the Rainbow is a musical adventure: The play is bas- ed on legends from around the world. It will open the world up to kids of all ages by taking them behind the rainbow. The play was written by Donna Todd of Salt Lake. Her work was first performed at the Edinburg Festival in 1978 and was well received. Carolyn Wood, director, is the Artist in Residence at Copperview through the Utah Arts Council. fun-fille- " dinances actually have been repealed by the passage of other rules. He said having such ordinances on the books is confusing to city staff . In other business, a funding transfer of $154,000 from the sewer budget to the water budget was approved by the council. The transfer uses a surplus in the sewer fund to build up a reserve in the water budget. Councilman George Deneris said the money will enable the city to repair, replace and construct facilities when necessary. In discussion, the council con- sidered revamping headstone regulations. Mayor Everett Dahl said the law on the books orders headstones to be level with the ground. However, the rules have not been enforced and many people have bought gravestones that tilt above ground level, he said. City Engineer Duane Goodyear explained the ordinance bans the raised headstones because machinery has difficulty getting over them to prepare other grave sites. Flat markers can be planked and protected more easily against chipping and breaking. Councilman-elec- and former t Parks Supervisor Kevin Jorgensen said the flat markers also make mowing the cemetary easier, but that the cemetary gains by taking the extra time necessary to mow around upright markers. He said the mown grass often covers the flat headstones and not only makes them difficult to find, but eventually stains them. He recommended allowing the tilted grave markers and edging them with a cement border to make the mowing easier. The council made no decision, but noted that upright markers, especially for those already purchased, should be allowed within reasonable limits. The city staff is Man Hospitalized Following Accident Here old Midvale man and carrying an 18- d female passenger, allegedly, ran a red light and struck the Capri. MIDVALE. A two-ccollision at 500 W. 7200 South in Midvale resulted year-ol- in one person being sent to the hospital last Tuesday, according to police reports. The accident report indicated that an eastbound 1980 Mercury Capri, Midvale driven by a man, was in the process of making a left turn onto the northbound A westbound 1980 of Renault LeCar, driven by a In addition to being cited for running a red light, the driver of the second car was also charged with driving with no insurance and possessing an expired registration. The injured party was taken to Alta View Hospital for treatment. ar 'South Pacific' To Open UNION. Hillcrest high will present n South Pacific by Rodgers and Friday, November 20, Saturday November 21 and Monday, November 23. Tickets priced at $2 for adults, $1.50 for students and $1 for children, are on sale at the school, 7350 S. 900 East, Midvale. John Young appears as Emile De Becque while Ensign Nellie Forbush will be played by Rose Rizzuto. Lt. Joseph Cable will be portrayed by David Bentley and Liat by Heather O'Donnell. Melissa Barwick appears as Bloody Mary. Others in the cast are Benny Smith, Steven Fehr, Martin Merrell, Ham-merstei- Nicole Arthur, Richard Brown, Ryan Taylor, Mathew Carlile, Bob McCaffrey, John Burgraaf, Heather Emery, Ellen Beus and Justin Snyder. are Powell Vuyk and Robin Mousley, Ernie Northway is dinator and advertising coordinator is Robin Mousley. Glen Howlett and David Montgomery are in charge of scenery design and construction while Jeanne Hess and Dee Ann Hone are in charge of posters, programs and tickets. director and Brian Student directors are Traci Brand, Bentley is choral director. Catherine Graff and Janine Baker. Robin is Mousley by Choreography orchestra Karin Rosson is prop mistress and is accompanist. of Technical production services will Tricia Malaska is in charge poster design. be handled by Brian Bentley, Israel Set construction is by Michael Barlow, Brian Bergstrom, David Chipman, Joe Davis, Earl Harding, Day, Brad Holden, Greg Pope and Dan McMullin, Mike Neff and Paul James Stewart. For ticket information those inWoodhurst. J. Wayne Fagg is media coor- - terested may call and Jennifer Asher 565-756- Jib preparing a draft regulation to be considered later by the council. Other discussion considered increasing the membership of Midvale' Beautification Committee. Dahl suggested adding members from local service organizations. He said organizations would be asked to submit nominations to the council for selection. Councilman Kent King recommended obtaining members from local religious organizations and Councilman Ronn Cowley suggested tapping businesses for new members. Arts Council To Sponsor City Of Lights MIDVALE. A special holiday con- Midvale Arts Council. Members of the Arts Council are encouraging the citizens of Midvale to "artistically and creatively decorate their homes in connection with this festive occasion. "We want to see Midvale glow as brightly as the Christmas star and radiate the pride of our city," commented Arts Council member Caryle C. Young. A generous prize will be awarded for the best decorated home and prizes will also be presented to the residents of the best decorated street. Mr. and Mrs. Lynn R. Wilson and Mrs. Steve Ball, community leaders, will be doing the judging prior to Dec. 15. SANDY. "Guys and Dolls," a musical Broadway play by Damon Runyon will be presented by drama students at Brighton high school this evening, (Thursday) Saturday and Monday at 7:30 p.m. The school is located at 2220 E. 7600 So. Centered in the exciting 1950's New York atmosphere, "Guys and Dolls" is a story about gamblers in search of a location for their floating crap game, missionaries in search of repentent sinners and everyone in search of love and happiness. Tyler Shoemaker appears as Sky 3rmtmel Published weekly by Diversified Suburban Newspapers, Inc. 15SE. 4905 South Murray, Utah 14107 V USPS6S4-38- 0 (ISSN t 1 Postmaster: Send Address Changes TO ; GREEN SHEET r LOVERS' QUARREL . . . Emilt (John Young) and Nellie (Rose Rizzuto) confront each other in icene Viewpoint, pg. 2 .. SELLING A LINE . . . Sky Masterson (Tyler Shoemaker) tries to get in the good graces of Sgt. Sarah Brown (Kfm Blanch), but the young lady doesn't seem to be buying. Scene is frsm Brighton high's production of Guys and Dolls set for Nov. 19, 21 end 23. Curtain time will 7:30 p.m. Masterson and Kim Blanch as Sarah Brown. Nathan detroit is played by Russell Durrant and Kirsti Fletcher appears as Miss Adelaide. Others in the cast are Jeff Whiting, Allen Hicken and Tom Waldron, who is the vocal music coach and also creator of the Sports, pg. 4 TV Guide, pg.8 character Arvide Abernathy. Director is Leslie Giles. Jeff Sonn tag, technical director; Lisa Messer, choreographer and Patrick Webster directs the orchestra. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for students and children. For more information call Inside CROSSWORD: It's a challenge. The Green Sheet's crossword puzzle isn't for the novice, but if you like a challenge, give it a try. See Page 2 B GIFT GUIDE: It's time to get serious about Christmas shopping. The Green Sheet's Gift Guide will provide some assistance. Pull out and save. THANKFUL: Refugee families are grateful to be in their new land, but find some of the traditions perplexing, including that big turkey dinner. See Page TOUGH TEST: Jordan fell in I B the semifinals of the state football meet while Alta spikers were fourth in the state meet. See Sports, 155 Eost 4905 South Murray, Utoh 84107 from Hillcrest high's production of South Pacific. Hillcrest will stage the musical Nov. 20, 21 and 23. wsa : 1 ' 8750-470- Second Class Postage Paid At Salt Lake City, Utah r ' l.VwA 'Guys And Dolls' To Open Tonight On Brighton Stage k I few test, entitled "Midvale - City of Lights," is being sponsored by the Jordan ly-- j? 1 4-- 5 Subscription Rate: $12 Per Tear Milestones, pg. 10 Schools, pg. 12 Happenings, pg. 3-- B |