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Show THE SENTINEL Thursday, July 14, 1983 Page 2 County's Human Services annual report released Salt Lake County Commissioner M. Tom Shimizu released the County's Human Services 1982 Annual Report to members of the Salt lake County Council of Governments ' Tuesday and declared, "The Human Services Department has an increased faced challenge in 1982 in attempting to meet the increased demands for services by residents." He continued, "The economic conditions have forced many people to seek services who previously had not needed services or had used other alternatives to meet their needs. Through responsive management, division directors and agency staff have been able to meet many of the service requests." The Salt Lake County Department of Human Services can be viewed as a continuum of care starting with preventative to services and moving and services maintenance ending with rehabilitative services. . It divisions: seven includes Health Aging, Department, Libraries, Mental Pre-TriServices, Health, Recreation, Parks and Multipurpose Centers, and Youth Services. With the increased population of the county, the demand for services has also increased. During the past ten years the population of the county has increased by 43 percent and as of February 1983 Salt Lake County had 41 percent of the state's al In residents. unemployed 1982 October over 68,000 residents were living below the poverty index which represents 36 percent of the state's exhibited more crisis oriented needs. As a result, attention was focused on. treating those with immediate problems or maintaining existing levels. The largest number of the county workforce is employed Services with the Human over the however, Department, last seven years the workforce has been reduced and emphasis has been added to the volunteer program. In 1981 there were 1,118 employes in the Human Services Department. Director of the Aging Services Division Shauna O'Neil states that during 1983 the Aging Services will place particular d emphasis on the frail, and isolated elderly. The younger senior citizen will still receive benefit from several programs including the Meals on Wheels, Outreach, Foster Grandparent Program and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. Transportation, employment and dietary concerns will also be continued. During 1982 four different distributions were held with a total of 455,310 pounds of cheese and 44,480 pounds of butter given away. The Health Department will also remain on a status quo basis in providing services but Family Planning has been enlarged as a result of a legal decision which residents. Until the economy improves the report predicts these trends will continue and Human Services will be demanded more heavily. During and after recovery, residents will also need help with the healing process. There are over 120 Human Services locations within the county and in addition, the divisions within Human Services have contracts with approximately 45 to 50 other private agencies for the delivery of contracted services. Although a large number of facilities are located near the downtown or central city area; efforts are being made to move services south and west. Lack of adequate space, plus higher costs in the south end of the valley have made it difficult to expand southward. Funding for the department is from federal, state, county, city and fees and collections but with declining revenues from governmental sources, the Human Services Division has begun to explore other alternatives such as user fees, donations and the establishment of foundations. Due to the lack bf adequate funding, efforts to expand or increase services have been negated and clients entering the Human Services system have home-boun- has permitted the state to increase planning family funding to the county. The Health Department will include more natural family planning as Letters to the Editor Riverton'sGotlt To the citizens of Riverton Qty, I would like to take a few minutes to express my heartfelt appreciation and give thanks to the volunteer citizens who gave the many hours of their own time to give their fellow citizens a time that will be remembered. First of all I would like to thank the citizens of Riverton City who came out by the thousands to show the support for the city that we all love and want the best for, without whose support the Riverton Town Days would not have seen the success and future success it now enjoys. The following is a list of the committee members who spent their time making it what it was for all of us:, Russell and Dorothy Peterson; parade chairmen, Nikki and Ralph Glad and Elaine Neff; concessions, Annette and Craig Proulx and Carol Hendrikse; Bonnie Young; musical, breakfast, American Legion -Paul Howard; dinner, Lions Qub; jr. rodeo, Larry Brown; invoices and letters, Vauna Allinson; stage events, Valerie Tebbs; ping pong drop, Patty Alder; Miss Riverton pageant, Sandra Lloyd; advertising, Randy Telford; ticket sales, Norma Bench; run, Dave Quist; kids' games, Barbara Poulsen; beard growing, Tracy Seiter; Clarence Giles; horseshoes, Earl Pierce and Riverton Fire Department. The following businesses, who donated free gifts for the ping pong drop, also deserve credit and deserve our support for the support given to this city: Riverton Music, Websters Inc., The Hair Trim, Riverton Motors, Amos Rents. Barretts involved. An agreement has been made with a local clinic to deliveries make possible and to increase prenatal care at a very reasonable cost. The report also outlines the Library Division which is based on the cluster concept of providing library service based on geographical areas. Each region is served by one cluster branch and several community branch libraries. The cluster branch library has a more comprehensive collection, a larger professional staff and greater resources than the smaller com munity branches whici consist mainly of popular fiction, a basic reference collection and other materials for children and young adults. To maximize the use of staff and to assure more personnel for busy times, library hours have been changed to opening one hour later on Mondays through Thursdays and closing one hour later on Fridays and Saturdays. The volunteer program has also been expanded to meet peek demand. Serious fiscal constraints have Health forced the Mental Division to make some of the most changes. pragamatic One outpatient clinic and one inpatient facility containing 20 beds have been closed as well as 16 beds at one residential , co-o- p The training is necessary because of the legal and procedural changes involving police officers, particularly from H.B. 142 which allows immediate driver license confiscation by a police officer for a DUI arrest. The new law also provides for immediate administrative suspension of a person's driver license for any blood alcohol level above .08 percent, or 3 to 4 drinks within an hour. Riverton Upholstery, Dr. Barton Parker, DD.S., Schouten Electric, Dave Riverton Passey Plumbing, First Security Bank, Fabric, Riverton Valley Meat, Riverton Drug, Dr. Robert Nelson. Ned Parry also printed our banners It is anticipated that a later training program will be offered because of the exceptional demand for the present course. free. Again, we would like to thank all those who helped and those who came out. If I missed anybody, I'm sorry. It was indeed a privilege to work with such conscientious committee and outstanding members and we all loved and benefited from the enthusiasm and gratefulness of the citizens The seminar is being arranged and sponsored by the Utah Department of Public Safety's Highway Safety and Peace Officer Standard's Divisions. A large section of the curriculum is being taught by specialists from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, who are involved with the Federal Government's "Target of Opportunity" alcohol program in Salt Lake Countv. As of June 30, 1983, the half way mark, 39 persons were confirmed killed in alcohol related automobile crashes. This compares with 58 for the same period in 1982. The deterrence impact from publicity and tougher laws seems to be contributing to a projected decrease in 1983 fatal alcohol related crashes. This is significant because 1982 showed the lowest fatality totals in recent years. of Riverton. From the chairpersons to you all, thank you and God bless you. Rose and Bill Kenworthy 1983 Chairmen time put in the classroom, (2) application of current technology in the classroom, (3) differentiated staffing to determine the ideal mix of professional, paraprofessional, volunteers, and other community resources for use in the schools, and (4) use of incentives in order to increase teacher productivity without reducing the quality of the educational program offered. Foundation analysts point out that final evaluation of the productivity studies in the Washington and the Weber School Districts has not yet been completed. Even if the projects are judged to be successful, problems will occur in transferring the results to other school districts in the state. Need for new approaches in education was pointed out in a recently released report by the on Commission National Excellence in Education. This Commission made a sweeping indictment of American education, and stated that the average graduate in the U.S. today is not as well educated as his or her counterpart was 25 or 30 years ago. The Utah Foundation study indicates that the education pro ? , blem in Utah is compounded by the fact that the state has the most rapid growth of school population in the nation. This growth along with a sluggish economy during the past several years has made it extremely difficult for the state to finance public and higher education. Even though some of the initial results of the productivity study in Utah appear promising, the foundation emphasizes that the outcome will be successful, only if all parties concerned the Legislature, educational administrators, teachers, students, and parents are prepared to in the traditional accept changes school program. Without this combined effort, any success will be limited with students and society being the losers. 128, Midvale, Utah 84047. Subscription Rata 6" year In Stat of Utah Stnlor Cltlzan Rata 3 yar In Stat of Utah David C. GodfreyJames M. Landers co-o- al . multi-purpo- The report explains programming varies from year to year but special activities during 1982 included eight swimming pools, three golf courses, tennis, baseball, basketball, track and field and the equestrian park. Classes have also been available for exercise, gymnastics and arts and crafts. activities include Other bicycle tours, fishing, nature walks, camping, hiking, picnics, hunter safety courses, and dance, music, writing and drama classes. There are also five youth centers which provide programs and activities oriented to the youth. The last division, the Youth Services Division, provides needed services to youth and their families to parent-chil- d crisis intervention, assistance to runaways, ungovernable and homeless youth, temporary secure care for juvenile justice related youth, alternatives to secure care and protective services. , se Now is the time to enter the annual Salt Lake County Farm Bureau Talent Find. The purpose of this project is to encourage young people to participate in wholesome entertainment and to recognize outstanding talent. This contest is open to residents of Salt Lake County between the ages of one and 30 years. entertainment should, (A11 come under the following classi Kenneth Vera Dunn, age 78, died July 3 leaving behind two 11 one sons, daughter, grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren. Born July 18, 1904 in Midvale to John and Emma Eliza Bennett Dunn. Married Vera Whetman, Salt Lake City, July 13, 192S. Marriage 200 Serving approximately new or readmitted youth per month, the division has a high demand for direct clinical sershelter vices and interim services. The division also maintains the Detention Center and Care provides the Shelter children which helps Program and youth who have allegedly been abused, abandoned or neglected. later solemnized June 10, 1926 in the Salt Lake IDS Temple. She died Nov. 19, 1980. Dunn was a retired director of new construction for the Jordan School District, builder and fications: vocal, instrumental, dancing, readings or dramatic readings. All numbers must be limited to five minutes. Groups may include no more than four members. This year's contest will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Salt Lake County Fairgrounds. For more information and to register contact Jay and Julia , 1 Spratling, 255-223- 4. Museum to invito photo ontrios for Intimate landscape' show The Utah Museum of Natural History is sponsoring a nature exhibition., in photography October which is open for entries from amateur and professional photographers. The show, entitled "Intimate Landscape," will be juried by Eliot Porter, a nature photographer. world-renown- ed than broad "Rather panoramas or calendar shots, this exhibit will emphasize more selective views of nature in the eliot Porter style," says James K. Lawton, curator of exhibits. "Photographers will be invited to enter two framed photos, either color or black and white. Midvale civic leader dies contractor; former Chief of Police, Midvale City; former Salt Lake County Deputy Sheriff ; director of Maintenance for Jordan School District, Kiwanis Qub Officer; active in Utah Fireman's scouting; Assoc., Midvale Fire Dept. 42 years; past president Midvale involved in PTA, many community projects, active IDS church worker; superintendent of the Sunday School; High Priest Group Leader and worked 13 years as a temple worker in the Salt Lake and Jordan River Temples. Survivors: Richard sons, Kenneth, Vancouver, Washington; and Robert V., Sandy; a daughter, Mrs Kenneth (Joyce LaRae) Dahl, Midvale; 11 21 grandchildren, Utah Toch creates The entry fee will be $5 per photographer, and there will be cash awards for the best photos in the show." Porter will also give an evening lecture on artistic photography, and teach a two-da- y workshop in the field. Guest curator of the exposition is John Telford, head of photography for Instructional Media Services at the University of Utah. Midvalo area merchants sot strategy moot Ronn Cowley, the owner of Old Towne Originals in downtown Midvale, has issued a challenge for all Old Town Midvale merchants to attend a meeting he will chair Wednesday, July 13, in the city hall auditorium. The meeting will get underway at 7:30 p.m. According to Cowley, the meeting is being held to bring together downtown business owners to share ideas and map out a united strategy for revitalizing the downtown area. "I'm not going to make it happen for you nor are you going to do it for me," he stated. "The city administration can't do it for us and the customers we now have (bless them) can't do it for us. I believe that it's all of us together that's going to make tne success we all desire." Assessment Center Jordan Valley Sentinel Midvale Sentinel, Inc. Continuing the Midvale Sentinel, a weekly newspaper established In 1925, published every Thursday by Sentinel Newspapers at 125 W. Center Street, Midvale, Utah 64047: Postmaster Send address changes to The Jordan Valley Sentinel, P.O. Box site. The two substance abuse units have merged into one unit. To cope with the reduced service capacity and to maintain care, the division is opening a 38 bed - p living unit, is 12 residential beds increasing and is extending day treatment services. Other services include five outpatient units, a crisis service, an adult day treatment unit, a mental health jail unit and specialized services for children and adolescents. According to the report, the number of felonies booked into jail increased in 1982 and Serconsequently the Pre-Trivice Division responsibilities have increased. The division is for providing responsible defendant information and recommendations to the judges of the Third District Court the Fifth Circuit Court and the County Precinct Courts in Salt Lake County. In addition, the division provides jail release, supervision and community agency referral services to pretrial defendants information and provides services to law enforcement, and defense prosecution, correctional agencies. A wide variety of recreational programs are offered by the Recreation, Parks, and Multipurpose Center Division which includes nearly 50 recreational four sites, centers, and 31 parks in the county. In addition, special activities and programs are also available. County farm bureau seeks local talent applications Six hundred police officers from throughout the state are scheduled to attend a one day DUI (driving under the influence) seminar and refresher course on new laws, detection, apprehension, report writing, and courtroom demeanor techniques. This is estimated to be a third of all law enforcement personnel in the state. Blossoms, Utah Mutual Realty, Peterson Food Town, Husky Oil, Riverton Auto Parts, Sharon's Mortenson's TV, Furniture, Riverton Video, Sieverts Swim Creative Coates, School, Fashion Jeanery, LaFonda appear encouraging least moderate future cost increases, and (3) to raise salary levels for quality teachers. To accomplish this, the 1981 Utah Legislature appropriated $200,000 for a productivity study in the public schools. This was followed by another $200,000 appropriation for this purpose in 18S2 and a $300,000 appropriation in 1983. In addition, $300,000 was appropriated for an advanced placement program. Washington and Weber School Districts were selected by the State Board of Education to carry out the initial studies and experiment. Among the major aspects of the study are (1) determining earned school credit on the basis of competency rather than seat- - some appears expectant are not seeking mothers prenatal care because of the cost Drinking drivers beware! Due to the 1983 State Legislature's emphasis on drunk driving laws, a massive group training seminar is being presented to police officers from July 11 through July 21, at the State Police Academy. School productivity studies Recent studies which aim to raise productivity in the Utah public schools appear encouraging. So reports Utah Foundation, a private research organization, in an analysis of studies that have been conducted in two Utah school districts during the past two years. According to the foundation are report, these studies designed (1) to increase the number of students taught without reducing the quality of education, (2) to reduce the overall cost to the taxpayer or at it Police seminar will focus on drunk drivers fireworks, Restaurant, well as traditional services. Due to the recession, V 't Two Utah Technical College at Salt Lake instructional deans,: Dr. Michael M. Homer and Mrs Ann Erickson, successfully wrote a grant for monies from the Utah State Board of Education for a new Assessment Center at the college. Purpose of such a center is to match up potential students' entry level skills with entry level to program requirements, administer CE.D.'s and interest tests, and to implement place ment of into students appropriate college programs. Judd Morgan, Utah Tech's dean of students, says the assessment center will be fully functioning before the beginning of fall quarter. The center will be administered by the Student Services division of the college. The grant will allow for purchase of 8 computer terminals, as well as a variety of testing materials. . |