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Show Thursday, November Lynn Hillstead, audit manag- er from Gilbert and Stewart, Provo, reviewed the independ- ent audit report with board members recently. This was the first Juab School District audit by the audit firm and the first the district had received after replacing the audit firm which had performed the district's audit for the past 51 years. The district's school lunch 4 program made a profit of last year mainly because of the summer school lunch program. Many districts had to raise prices this year but Juab School District did not. The summer lunch program provided free lunch for students in the district because so many households fell in the wage category which would allow the district to receive federal money to provide a lunch. In addition, the district spent less in administration $11,000 and $10,000 less for transportation. Less money was spent for m persons had access to the machine and were performing incompatible functions. "We have to bring it to your "attention," he said. The problem was compounded when the acting person went on vacation. "The fact is you depend on good people to take care of accounting," he said. In order to cut down on incompatible functions being performed by the same person more personnel would be needed which would be economically infeasible. check-signin- g $15,-50- Open house honors Mrs. Grant The family of Leona A. Grant will honor her at an open house Sunday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Center, 54 E. Main, Ameri- earned interest money on investments. The district did go over in a few budgets but, in all, the district was left with a surplus She has two daughters g, ministrator." Kearney started as a counselor at UVCC in 1964. In 1968 he became the assistant dean of students and the dean of students in 1969. Kear- ney held that position until 1977 when he was made the dean of student services. In 1982, he became the vice president for student services and will serve in that position until his retirement. Kearney was also an instructor of mountain climbing, human services, and a single parent workshop. However, Kearney climbed more "Dr. Kearney has climbed many mountains at the college during his employment and has set a standard that will always be a guide to those who follow," said Wilson W. Soren- - More than 400 people donated for senior citizen health care programs this month during the $17,000 of Thanks," a silent and live auction of art works. Funds were raised through auctions at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, Orem Community Hospital and American Fork Hospital. "This was a come-of-ag- e year for 'Thanks' in terms of tie amount raised, the quality of the works offered, and the people who attended," said Paul Sclineiter, director of the Central Utah Health Care Foundation and sponsor of the event. Money collected will be used to help Utah County senior citizens who need hearing aids, immediate medical attention, physical exams, and emergency response machines in their homes. Health officials said they still don't know exactly how the' money will be spent. Since 1987. the event has helped medical officials cope with the lack of funding for senior citizens health care programs. In 1987, 1988 and 1989 the event raised $5,000, $10,000 and $17,000 respectively. More than 120 artists contributed works to the auction, including original oils and watercolors, prints. department can build up. The Energy Department currently has as an unrestricted fund balance, according to the department's October financial report. "We haven't been in this position for such a long time," Rydman said of the high amount of cash in reserve. "I think we need to do some studies and come up with some kind of recommendation within the next six months." The Energy Department has used 33 percent of its budget so far this year, which is exactly where the department should be, said city treasurer Dave Nielsen. Total revenue is also at 33 percent, he said. Rydman also told the board the Energy Department is in the process of putting ail its policies and procedures in writing in an effort to be consistent with its customers. "We've drafted what ? BAUM'S A In we're currently doing in our credit division," Rydman said. "We feel the way it's written is working extremely well." Provo Mayor Joseph A. Jenkins said part of the problem with writing down policies is a lack of Flexibility, especially with hardship cases. Monika Watkins, department credit and data processing manager, said the Energy Department has ways of dealing with honest people who cannot pay and agencies to refer them to. Board member Charone Smith said he felt a lot of students complain about the deposit required when service is first provided. Jenkins said, "I think the deposit is OK. The thing you need to look at is the $30 connection fee." The board agreed to look at the possibility of lowering or eliminating the connection fee. CHRISTMAS TR EES Is ALL VARIETIES AND SIZES! CHOOSE FROM GREEN OR FLOCKED! REASONABLE PRICES 1650 NORTH 1250 WEST-PROV- O Located Just Orl Columbia Lane & INTERIOR DESIGN sen, UVCC president emeritus. "It will be hard to find someone who can fill the void as he leaves." Romesburg said Kearney has been instrumental in the school's development. "Through his 25 years with UVCC, more than half of its existence, Dr. Kearney has become and remained an integral craftsman in the progression and emergence of UVCC as the school of opportunity for Utah Valley." Kearney's secretary, Barbara McMurray, said he has been a father figure for many UVCC students. "I have seen agitated students enter Dr. Kearney's office many times and leave with smiles on their faces and their problems resolved. The students' needs have from helping always come first them with problems, to getting them hot meals and places when they had no money for food and rl If By MVKXA TKAUNTVMN Herald Cnrrcsptnidi'iit Juab School District NEPHI teachers will reco.ve 3.25 percent bonus at Christinas. A floor was set for classified employees with even the lowest paid being assured of at least $280. "When we negotiated with teachers for contracts (signed before school began) we Hgreed to a minimum of 2 percent bonus tf we had the money," said Pexton. Wages for teachers in Juab had dropped to the bottom of the slate wage scale, he said. Therefore, it was considered important to find a way to increase teacher wages. r i i j shelter." Romesburg also commented on Kearney's dedication to students at the college. "Dr. Kearney managed that difficult balance between ad- ministrator, educator, and con- with seemcerned humanitarian ing ease and efficiency." A retirement reception was held Nov. 20, in the UVCC science building concourse to honor Kearney. wreaths, quilts, wall hangings, pottery, and dolls. Another 18 artists participated in a live auction. Most items were purchased, said Schnei-te- r. Bonnie Pence, creator and director of the event, attributed the auction's success to several members of the CUHCF, including Dr. Gary Watts, its chairman; Dr. Peter Crawley, Brigham Young University of Mathematics and several UVRMC departments, including Dietary Volunteers, Engineering, Construction, Environmental Services, and Public Relations. Pence also thanked artists who participated including Sharon Swindle, who owns the Frame Works; and Sandy Hirsche, who sold tickets and arranged and participated in the performance by the "Medical Melodies." Colleen Ferguson. 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The ultimate in luxury, it's slightly textured to hide foot prints and vacuum marks, and comes with a 15 year wear -- guarantee. Pexton. "Our enrollment turned around and we recalculated based on current enrollment. "We liave met all of our goals and now we want to move to a one-shbonus," he said. The bonus is just that, it will nut become a permanent salary increase. Some encumbered monies were adjusted first but it became clear, said Pexton, that the 3.25 percent bonus could be a reality. Pexton said to offer the additional percent would cost the district $16,000. $29.99 d Juab teachers to get Christmas bonus 1 E5 Webb's fe1 Auctions at hospitals raise funds for senior citizen care - - Page -- A Utah Valley Community College administrator will retire at the end of this month after many years of service to the college. Wayne O. Kearney, vice president for student services, will retire Nov. 30, after 25 years with UVCC. "Dr. Kearney's retirement is a bittersweet time for so many of us at UVCC," said Kerry D. Romes-burUVCC president. "It has truly been my honor and privilege to work with him, and I consider him an outstanding professional and ad- "Celebration has one brother, Juel L. Andreasen, St. George. One brother is deceased. Her family is requesting that friends and relatives write a little memory or thought to put into Mrs. Grant's scrapbook. She and one administrator retiring from position third annual 17 She was born in Vineyard, Dec. 3, 1909. She married Melvin W. Grant Sept. 5, 1929, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He died April 8, 1983. UVCC than physical mountains. LaRae Lock wood, Highland; Carma Newman, Westlake Village, Calif., and Leo M. Grant, Orem. She has eight grandchildren and son, can Fork. The event is open to all friends and relatives. Hillstead also had recommendations for the way purchase orders were issued and approved. District monies must inalso be placed in low-ris- k vestments according to new state law. The state treasurer's pool is considered by the state to be a safe investment. and the district million lawsuit. Rate increases raised collection amounts. Haslam said. Customer assessments became greater than city loan payments, but "the bank wouldn't let the city pay extra money unless it had enough to pay off the entire loan," he said. Some concerns existed during the campaign that the $300,000 was extra money collected that should be returned to the ratepayers. Haslam said the $300,000 was put in a reserve account until enough money was available to pay the entire loan off. With these funds, the city was able to pay off the entire loan on Oct. 17, 1988, a year earlier than its October 1989 deadline, he said. In other business, Energy Department Director Ron Rydman said the energy board needs to set a limit on the amount of reserves the Herald Staff Writer Surcharges on Provo power customers' bills totaling $300,000 were transferred into a reserve account to be saved for later payment on a city loan, not because they were extra funds gathered by the city. Provo Budget Officer Keith Has-laexplained the situation to members of the Provo Energy Board Monday in response to concerns brought up during this year's municipal elections. Provo city lost a lawsuit raised by a man employed by a roofing contractor who was shocked by a city power line while working on the roof of Monticello Apartments, 745 N. 400 East. The city energy department began charging its customers a 3 percent surcharge during fiscal year 1985 to pay for a loan taken out to cover the $2 Hillstead did have several recommendations for tae district. "The district should take an inventory of fixed assets as to their location," he said. The district needs a system of accountability for those items. He also suggested each school should have a master roll but was informed that such a roll did, in fact, exist. Hillstead also said several 9. electricity By CHRISTI C. EVANS of $103,000. Educators in the district will be given a Christmas bonus because of the money. Herald Correspondent NEPHI After several years of cuts and economics Juab School District enjoyed a fairly good year in 1988-8- THE HERAID, Provo, Utah, Funds moved to reserve account Audit shows district is doing fairly well By MYRNA TRALNTVEIN 30, 1989 V As the area's only Carpet One dealer, we're able to oner tne carpet une loiai oausiacuun vjuaitmaurc. u juu are dissatisfied or unhappy with your purchase, for any reason, we will replace it free of charge. Ask your salesperson tor details. Ya. |