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Show Should be typed Letters: with full and , test thai wonh, fined address and phone number (number wani be t. published). Direct questions U Flint Stephens, editorial page editor, lame, double-spaced- tax-lo- TO-MS- Opunions Only ban on ivory THE FEDERAL DISASTER can save elephants Despite adoption recently by 76 nations of a ban on ivory trading, it remains doubtful whether Africa's dwindling elephant herds can be saved. The paramount danger is that several countries in southern Africa rejected the trading ban. Consequently, the fate of the world's largest land mammal will depend increasingly on a consumer boycott of products made from ivory. The ban on international ivory sales was imposed until the next meeting of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, expected in 1992. Adoption of the ban led to an immediate announcement by Botswana, Burundi, Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe that they would withdraw from the convention and continue trading in ivory. More countries are expected to join h them during the period before the ban takes effect. Most of these dissident countries are in southern Africa, where heavy investment in game conservation has resulted in flourishing elephant populations. The partial ban they advocated would have allowed them to sell ivory from ele- - Thursday Oct. 26, 1989 RESrWETEA JCS BTOFLY TOSAN ft) THE VICE KKIISOT'S a. A ml YtT k aaw Va. tVfV I TV-.-"' THE PBESSi MAKE VACUOUS mTEMOTIfc Herald comment ivory-produci- : three-mont- phants that died naturally or which were culled in recognized game conservation programs. Now, with the southern countries ignoring the trading ban altogether, and a vast market for ivory in the Far East, the uncontrolled trade will continue to provide cover and incentive for the East African poachers. Significantly, the world's largest importer of ivory, Japan, abstained from the convention vote. Thus, until there is unanimous international agreement on a trade ban, the fate of the elephant will depend on consumer resistance to ivory sales. The United States and other countries that have led the way with volunteer bans on the import of ivory should now explore ways to influence public opinion in Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The sooner the possession of ivory becomes socially unacceptable, the better the elephants' chances of avoiding extinction. f THE PRESIDBNT'S 3t8 iSTDPCf TO Pl&NCKCO VICE AND CLVM UPASTE&THE PRESIDENT, Ronald Reagan's trip to speak to Japanese has meloncholy aura Mike TV. 11-d- Reagan shook his head: "Well, Nancy, that's generous. But it's not practical. What are we going to do with 2 million melons? I suppose we could donate some of them to the Ollie North fund. Or to the poor. Of course, I've always believed that if the poor want melons, let them steal their own. Why don't you ask the Japanese if they can give us fewer melons, and maybe throw in some grapes, oranges and prunes. Yes, I like prunes." "Ron, let me try to explain again..." "Say, why can't we send Bush over to take care of this? He's good at those foreign trips. Makes a dignified appearance at funerals. Maybe he likes melons, too." "Ron, we can't send Bush anywhere. He's the president now." "He is? Oh, that's riht. He beat Cuomo. I didn't think he'd do it." "No, he beat Dukakis. Anyway, he's no longer vice president, so we can't send him. Besides, the Japanese want you." "I don't blame them. I could always read a speech better than George. All right, if you're that sold on melons, we'll do it." "Ron, I said millions." "Yes, millions of melons. You know, if we put them in the back yard, we're going to have problems with fruit flies. Neighbors might complain. Of course, it could be worse. What if they offered us seaweed? Is Royko J Y X hTRIBUNE '"7 MvJk MEDIA jSERVICES there any way we could talk them out of the melons and maybe get a car or two instead?" "Ron, listen carefully. No melons. There will be no melons." "So, they're backing out of the deal already. You know, they have a way of doing that. Very slick. They give you a smile, a bow, and the next thing you know, they're selling you a million new TV sets, and I can never understand the instructions. Look at that videocassette. I still don't know how to set the timer. And now it's no melons. I'll tell you the truth, Nancy, I never trusted them after they shot the Duke on Iwo Jima." "They didn't shoot him. That was only a movie." "Ah, that explains it. I always wondered how he survived to make 'Blue Grits.' I figured that when he wore the black patch they must have only got him in the eye." "Ron, let me explain it slowly. They will give us dollars. Dollars. Two million dollars." "You mean money? Is it legal? I mean, this doesn't have anything to do with the Contras or Iran or anything, does it?" "No, this is perfectly aboveboard." "What do I have to do?" "You'll meet the emperor." "Oh, no. He's dead. I'm not shaking hands with him, even with gloves." "They have a new emperor." "Oh, that's fine. Just remember to whisper his name when I meet him. What else?" "You"ll have to go to banquets and read speeches and smile." "I can handle that." "And you'll read speeches on television." "Will there be teleprompters?" "I'm sure." "OK, I can handle that, too." "And you'll have meetings with government officials and businessmen." "Will I have to listen or say anything?" "No, just stay awake." "Will I have to talk to reporters?" "No, there will be no interviews." "Good. And do I get to stand under a helicoptor and wave at people?" "I'm sure that can be arranged." "Then let's do it. Why, it's just like being president again, except it pays bet- ter." "Then I'll confirm our acceptance." "Do that. And while they're at it, maybe there is something else they can do." "What?" "Ask them to throw in a few melons." Where to write lawmakers Following are Utah s elected officials in Washington. D C In the House ol Representatives. Rep Howard Nielson represents individuals in the Utah County area and other areas ol Central Utah Nielson s Washington address is 1122 Longsworth Building Washington 0 C 20515 The Washington phone number is (202) 225 7751 In Utah County the number within number is 377 1776 The toll-frethe state but outside Utah County Is Representatives. Rep Jim Hansen represents individuals in Juab and other counties in north and southern Utah Also in the House ol If OtJjer are watching with a lot of interest to se where we're going from here. C. Thome ' Provo you believe Hislop then cast vote for him There has been some criticism of former President Ronald Reagan and his wife, Nancy, for accepting a $2 million fee to visit Japan and make speeches and go on Actually, the take is higher than that, since another $2 million will be given to the Reagan Library, and millions will be spent on their transportation, accommodations and the various shindigs. Some of the critics of the deal say that this smells suspiciously like a late payoff for Reagan's kindly attitude toward Japan on trade issues. But that's really not the case. I'- - e talked to sources in the Reagan household who have given me the true story on how the Japan trip came about. It began several months ago when Nancy came into Reagan's study, where he was viewing home movies of himself standing under helicoptors and waving at reporters. She said: "We have been invited to Japan to appear on TV and make speeches. They will pay us $2 million." Reagan shook his head and said, "That isn't very much." Nancy said: "Are you serious? I consider that a considerable fee." Reagan said: "Two melons? I can go down to the supermarket and pick up two cantaloupes for less than a dollar. Of course, maybe they're talking watermelons. I think they run higher. Why don't you check if they are cantaloupes, honey-dew- s or watermelons. If they're watermelons, I might consider it." Nancy said: "I said millions. Two million." Campaign corner Hansen s Washington D C Address Is 1113 Longwofih House Offict Building. Washington. DC 20615 Hs phone number is (202 3 Both Senators Jake Garn and Ornn Hatch repress individuals throughout the state Srn r.am s Washington address is 5207 Dirksr" Senate Office Building. Washington. D C 205 ' J his Washington phone number is. (202) 224 5444 Srn H itch s Washington addrts is 125 Russell Senate Office Building. Washington D C 20510 his Washington phone number is (202) Olympics not harmful Editor; National apartment expenses average 40 percent to 45 percent. Utah is no different. Exceptionally low expenses in an investor's mind would be 30 percent. In an informational meeting, Mr. Sherm Hislop told me he was operating his apartment complex at 20 percent. Really? When questioned, Mr. Hislop assured me that his percentage included all costs including insurance, property management, real property taxes, utilities, repairs and maintenance, advertising, accounting, snow removal, pool, janitorial and rubbish supplies, reserves for replacements of carpets, appliances, etc. as they wear out, and miscellaneous items. I have been able to find that out of over a dozen apartment owners, only two who feel that with the expenses listed above that they might be able to operate possibly on a 30 percent expense factor or higher none at 20 percent. If Sherm Hislop can really manage so effectivley, and you believe him, then cast your vote for him. As for me and my house, we will do otherwise. Paul Christensen Provo Editor; I am concerned that some people will vote against the Winter Olympics referen-dujbecause of the claim that it will threaten our "quality of life" here in Utah. I ,'am convinced that the Olympics bid m wckld improve our quality of life in many important ways. The Olympics preparations, Provo on the move Editor: Six years ago my husband and I and two partners became involved in owning and operating a hotelrestaurant business in Provo. When we purchased the business, the existing franchise business was very rundown and was facing complete closure. The corporate headquarters had given notice of losing the national franchise and we were immediately faced with either running an older, outdated hotel as it existed without a franchise, or renovating extensively to maintain the franchise standards and becoming a first class facility. We decided if we were going to be in business in our community, we wanted a facility that would bring pride to the community and to enhance business oppor- tunity. At the time we purchased the hotel we had no idea that East Bay Industrial Park was the future of South University Avenue. We are most grateful to our mayor, Joe Jenkins, and economic development staff for not just sitting on an idea, but working hard to cultivate and secure the type of business and industry that have found a home at East Bay. It is tremendously important that businesses like Novell, Prol-ithBushman Press, Dynix, Steven Hena-ger- s Business College, Price Savers, etc., that have contributed to the quality of life in Provo and Utah Valley, be the type of commercial enterprises that are selected because of the high work ethics and attraction for a higher caliber workforce. It takes good leadership to realize that it is important to a community to not only entice outside interest but to promote community retention and expansion in our business development. o, East Bay has been totally instrumental in allowing our business to grow and we finally feel that the demand is catching up with the supply. It's also gratifying to watch other properties able to expand aid make their business better. I'm not ready to watch Provo fall asleep again and go backwards in development. We are at the best economic station of life in Provo that I can remember since I first arrived in I960. I appreciate the leadership we have and like the direction we're going. Provo is making a strong statement with the economic development taking place. and the Olympics themselves, will contribute enormously to jobs and tax base. Maintenance of the new facilities, and serving the needs of the trainees and competitors throughout the world who use them in the coming decades will be a continuing source of jobs and state income. Only through this kind of expansion of our tax base can we hope to achieve the improvements to education, roads, recreational facilities, and other services that add so much to our quality of life. Some have argued that when the Olympics come we will be "deluged" by tourists, and that our facilities will be overrun. No such danger exists. The number of visitors to a Winter Olympics averages only about 70,000 people just slightly more than the number that pack into Cougar Stadium on a fall afternoon. Salt Lake City is the largest metropolitan area that has ever received a national Olympics bid. Our well developed highway system, multitude of overnight accommodations, and world class winter sports complex are already in place. With a supplemental bus system that could be easily developed, we could handle Olympics crowds with little difficulty. Past experience indicates that few Olympics visitors will ski at local resorts during the games. But their exposure to the resorts, and to the greatest snow on earth will serve us well in coming years, as they return to try the Olympic slopes on their own. Many resorts are now in the process of careful and environmentally sensitive expansion plans. The Olympics wilt guarantee that the number of skiers, and skier dollars, will expand with the resorts. Rod Harrison Midvale council must adopt a budget by June 22. : This allows seven weeks for comprehensive review of the proposed budget by citizen boards and by the public .at large. The council conducts public hearings ; regarding the budget prior to its adoption. 1 Certainly, there is an opportunity for input from any individual if they are genuinely 7 1 interested in doing so. Sherm Hislop voted in Provo for the first time in 1984. He has not been involved city government in any fashion .in. the subsequent five years. Understandably, , he kows nothing about Mayor Jenkins extensive involvement in protection of wa- -' ter rights; his efforts to persuade UDOT.to direct truck traffic from University Avtf-nue- ; or the many other complex issues that Mayor Jenkins has addressed in the last four years. ; -- the-counc- il, In my years of peripheral involvement iri municipal elections mis mayoral primary generated more misstatements and innueh; do than any other I have observed. Mr! Hislop has not presented a positive platform on which to base his candidacy; relying instead upon suggested improprieties in the present administration. If he can prove wrongdoing he should do so, and forego continued innuendo. Chet Waggener Chief administrative officer. Prove Hislop's mayoral bid a conflict of interest v Editor: Running for mayor of the city you have a personal lawsuit against is morally and ' ethically wrong and should be against the .' law! . If you agree, please contact the State : and solicit theif ; Attorney Office at legal help in our Provo mayor race. Sherm Hislop has already probably riot" only been the first in history, but alsfi', makes the Guiness Book of Records with his conflict of interest candidacy for may538-10- or. mnralc afViirc onfl to link him to seems scrupples certianly politics, let's not put Provo in national, spotlights by electing our controversial", , history-makin- g candidate. ., CarlaB&if-- ' WTiilo Wiclnn'c laMr nf Provo, Charges irresponsible Editor: This letter is in response to irresponsible charges made against Mayor Jenkins in the campaign for mayor. Because some may choose to believe that my purpose is let it be known that I am soon eligible for retirement. This letter is written because Joe Jenkins has done an outstanding job as mayor in the last four years, and because through misinformation and innuendo a vindictive effort has been made to discredit that good work. Allegations have been made regarding "creative bookkeeping." Our accounting methods are several steps above the bookkeeping category. Our finance department is required by the State Auditor's Office to comply with Governmental Finance Officer's Association accounting procedures. Financial operations of city departments are by our internal auditor. An annual audit is conducted by a CPA firm employed by the municipal council. City administration has no control of the auditor selection, audit process or results. Year-en- d closings, as well as the annual audit, are transmitted to the state auditor for examination and corrective comments, if appropriate. The mayor is required by state law to submit a proposed budget to the municipal council on the first Tuesday in May. The g, spot-check- Get rid of garbage Editor: Garbage! ' ' You just can't seem to live , dui aurmg an election year we sure have to endure a lot more of it. J Joe Jenkins says he "finally" took ca!r of ours as if to say no one was taking care of it before him. So what happened to the fall and spring cleanings and what happened to our commercial waste control? They're gone but not the garbage. The senior citizens just have to manage on their own without the cleanup and Provo's Sanitation Fund has to exist without the profit-makin- g commercial division (because Joe sold it to a private company). The newly automated system is fine but wasn't that being considered before Joe took office? Joe's claim that "no preparation to move to a new site" was being considered before he went into office. The fact is the land had been found, leased and zoned for a new fill and over (1 milLCbn had been reserved toward & new transfer station before Joe came on the scene. Tb take credit for completing a job Is OK, but taking all the credit for the new landfill and transfer station is garbage. Let's get rid of the garbage, we have a choice on election day. Lori Willis Provo wiuioui 11 |
