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Show The More charges filed additional notices of claim Tlmea-lndepende- nt, Thursday, Jan. 14.1S23-B- 1 ... seeking damages of $100,000 each on behalf of former employees of the Carbon County Sheriff's office were saved last week at the Carbon County Clerk's office. They brought to six the number of claims filed by the public employees union alleging sheriffs employees and former employees have suffered emotional distress, violation of civil rights and damage to their good name and reputation. The new claims were added to two earlier claims filed in November. Following the filing of a claim there is a 90-dperiod in which Carbon County may respond with a denial or with an offer to settle the dispute. "If the county's response is a denial, then we would be able to go ahead and file a lawsuit," said Fred Wasilewski, attorney for the Associated Federal, State, County and Municipal Employees, who said there will likely be two or three more claims filed this week.. Price--Fo- ur ay ... High gas prices The Sun-Advoc- gas prices higher in Richfield than any place in the nation? A Richfield man who just returned from a trip to the east coast and back claims they are. Jay Gardner said the current Richfield price for regular gas, $1.06 (rounded to the nearest cent) topped prices of any of the other 25 places where he purchased gasoline on his trip. Through the 20 states of his travels, Gardner said prices varied from a low of 80 cents to $1.02, for an average price of 90.32 cents per gallon. "Even Salt Lake City prices are up to 13 cents a gallon under Richfield prices," Gardner said, quoting prices of 93 to Richfield---A- lt many years of innovative and dedicated work for Grand County students. He will retire at the end of this year, with more years experience behind him as the superintendent in one school district than any other superintendent in Utah. 94 cents. retires Tommy Johnson Grand County residents honored at annual Chamber of Commerce banquet Richfield Reaper J . . . Cortez, Colo. It happened the first time in its 75th appearance of its 73rd year. A new line was added to the masthead of the Cortez, Montezuma County Journal. In that March 2, 1961 edition of the paper, City Market's ad had chuck roast at 39 cents a pound, 2 pounds of coffee, $1.25, and you could get S&H Green Stamps. Safeway countered with picnic hams for 39 cents a pound. The Front Page lead story was headlined, "Dolores firm is apparent modem home on four high bidder for Taylor Mesa timber." A lots sold for a total price of $3,000. Last week's edition was the first since then that the masthead hadn't carried his name, but many rolls of newsprint and barrels of ink will be used before his mark on Cortez Newspapers even starts to fade. Byron McKelvie has replaced Tommy as editor. ' The Cortez Sentinel " , ... week was a week of bouncing back for Morton Brigham City-- Last Thiokol's Wasatch operations, trying to heal the hurt andjnend the flaws, that made Tuesday, Dec, 29, a dark day in company history. Two investigation boards are focusing on the tragic missile motor fire which claimed the lives of five workers the worst accident in company history. One investigation is being carried out by the Air Force and the second by Morton Thiokol. And, last week NASA announced that a component of the nozzle of the space booster motor failed during a static test firing at the company's Wasatch operations test site. A portion of the outer boot ring broke away during the firing, causing the space agency to announce a delay in its planned June resumption of the shuttle program. Investigations into that problem are AIDS in Wasatch ... Box Elder Four-Wheele- immuno-deficienc- The Chamber recognized the Loewecke, Cathy Mattingly, Theresa King, Tina Lopez, Dina Max Irish and Dorothy Larsen. Darbonne-McCandles- The Uintah County Commission approved a resolution last week authorizing a special election Feb. 2 to poll public opinion concerning Vernal dollars; 2) investing profits into expansion of local business; 3) accommodating tourist and other visitors by remaining open during prime time in town; 4) business activities the establishment of the Uintah Center for Education and Human Development. Before passing the resolution, commissioners fielded several questions' from those attending the Monday meeting. Commissioner Thom Wardell said that the election is not covered by any law since it is not a bond election. It is a request from the State Community Impact Board that the majority of Uintah County residents favor the Uintah Center before a $1.9 million grant is awarded. The grant, which carries no obligation of repayment, will pay for the purchase, remodeling and renovating the Ashton Energy Center building for use as the Uintah Center. Cost of the election is estimated at $4,000 to $6,000 which will be equally shared by Uintah County and the Golf course progress lease The ... 18-ho- le , go-ahe- ad non-drinke- Toured waste sites Ddt- a- ... that promote Moab and Grand County; 5) civic involvement to help get the economy turned around. Each of the nominees for citizen of the year were recognized and given a certificate of appreciation. They included the following: John Meadows and Teri Lyn Warner--bot- h The Vernal Express agreement signed in a special Dec. 30 golf course the town of Springdale, at the entrance of Town Council meeting obligates Zion National Park, to acquire the necessary property to create a championship-qualit- y golf course, said attorney Russ Gallian last week. The "real key to the deal," said Gallian, is the recently acquired commitment from the State Community Impact Board of a $500,000 grant and a $1 million loan to the town. The golf course concept presented by project developer Dan Marriott requires a length of 6,500 yards along the Virgin River. Two holes are planned on BLM property, to get accessed from the entrance to Marriott's planned hotel complex via a tunnel. Some other property will also be needed. Marriott, former 1st District Congressman, praised local residents for their help in land acquisition along the river. At the to apply for three liquor meeting, the Council also gave Marriott the licenses from the state for the proposed restaurant, a private club and a state said liquor agencyi "This comes as an interesting request from a resort without there's no run a "but it" to Marriott, way Springdale Washington County News Millard County officials left Salt Lake City Tuesday, Jan. 5, on an inspection tour of three incinerators and landfills owned and operated by Rollins Environmental Services, Inc. The Lynndyl Town Council invited Rollins Environmental to make a presentation on Nov. 4, 1987. Purpose of die meeting was for Rollins to explain a proposed industrial hazardous waste incinerator and landfill for the disposal of industrial hazardous waste. Following the meeting, a poll was taken and the Council unanimously decided to continue to gather data and make the inspection of the three plants located in Houston, Texas; Logan, New Jersey; and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Millard Chronicle-Progress s, The Businessperson of the Year Award was awarded to Dot tie Byrd. This new tradition was explained by Kyle Bailey, Chairman of the Economic Development Committee. The criteria for selection are: 1) reaching out to bring in outside . . . . fol- Cheryl The Wasatch Wave Uintah School District. ated from Grand County High School in 1973. He has been active on the Volunteer Fire Department, serving in Captain and Lieutenant capacities. Corky has spent the last six years on the ambulance association and was named E.M.T. of the Year for 1987. He is a board member of the Moab Swim Team and their photographer. He coaches little league, girl's softball, and junior soccer. He is active in all of Moab's Search and Rescue Teams and helps teach local Girls Scouts first aid. has Aleene Nielson-Alee- ne been an educator in Grand County since 1961. She's been a sponsor of National Honor Society and was instrumental in establishing the "SPARK" program for gifted students. She helped establish the Teacher's Center in Grand County which was funded by Federal grants. She was Utah Librarian of the Year in 1983. She was Teacher of the school Year in Utah for 1986-8- 7 year. She received national recognition by an invitation from Burger King Corp. to attend a symposium called Honor of Excellence held in Florida. She was instrumental in starting the computer literacy program which she currently teaches at the Middle School. She attended a conference in Washington, D.C. sponsored by INVENT AMERICA, in which two of our citizen of the year nominees gained national lowing for Donated Volunteer Labor: statewide risk. Vote set on Center tion as Chairman of the Grand 10) Moab Sun Devils. y virus (HIV), which causes The human AIDS, has been identified in a person presently living in Wasatch County, according to a reliable, unofficial source which must remain anonymous to protect the people involved. According to available information, the carrier recently moved into the county. When asked to confirm the case, Craig Nichols, director of epidemiology for the State Health Department, said, "We don't release specific information on each county, to protect the privacy of patients. I can tell you it would not be unusual in Utah to find infected individuals in any county in the state. We consider the AIDS risk to be a Heber City are students at the Grand County Middle School and Utah state winners of the Invent America . Contest. They each received a $200 savings bond; $500 grant for their teachers and a $2000 grant for the Grand County School District from the U.S. Patent Foundation. These two students have brought outstand- ing recognition to Moab as a whole. : They serve as an example to the rest of Moab's students to become leaders ; of tomorrow. ! kindness Norma spreads all over Moab. She works for her church, spends hours a day at the hospital. She works, cleans and shops for the elderly. She brings a "sunshine smile" and a special touch to all. She never wants or asks for a reward as she feels her reward is by giving of herself. Day-Nor- Lorraine ma's Leavitt-Lorrai- ne quietly serves our community through many avenues. She is actively involved with the Democratic Party; she directs the 4th of July celebration for her church. She is secretary of the Women's Volleyball league. Lorraine frequently sits with cr County Soil Conservation, which he has held for the past 5 years. has lived Corky Brewer-Cor- ky in Moab most of his life, and gradu- County Equestrian Board, 9) Canyonland Bowling Association, News-Journ- al Clark--Ging- is a pianist for the Middle School and High School. She was nominated for citizen of the year because of her many volunteers hours at weddings, funerals and community plays. She enriches the community with her music and adds that special touch that's necessary during the many ceremonies and activities that are always occurring. , is the David Seibert-Dav- id humanitarian of the year. He is always ready to assist an older neighbor who needs wood cut or weeds cleaned. When a shut-i- n is lonely or hungry, David is there. For the past 17 years, he has been actively involved in the ongoing programs of the Castle Valley Institute, presently heading the music department. He runs the Castle Valley Food Bank, and the Navajo Lutheran Mission in New Mexico. Because of his heavy schedule, he has resigned his posi- playing background music. A superb prime rib dinner was served by the . Golden Stake Restaurant. The awards program began with a welcome from 1987 Chamber President, Jim Corwin. A brief speech by Representative Howard Nielson included an update on Congressional activities. Corwin summarized the highlights of the past year including "the m;ost scenic dump contest," which brought the Moab area several million dollars worth of publicity. The Top Ten Events for 1987 were then announced. This is a new tradition with the Chamber. The criteria used for ranking these events was calculated by Central Services from the information reported by the various organizations regarding number of event days and participants. 1) Red Rock 2) Men and Women's Volleyball Assoc., 3) Rim Rock Roadrunners, 4) Moab City Recreation Board Softball, 5) Canyonlands Dirt Bike Club, 6) Moab Golf Club Tournaments, 7) Canyon Country Cyclists, 8) Grand the request of County site to the to $8,800 County help Sanpete fpr the new provide purchase regional prison in Gunnison. The Sanpete commissioners made the request because they think Juab County residents will get jobs and contracts from the prison. Sevier and Millard counties also are being asked to pay a percentage of the $88,800 cost of the land, says Joseph A. Bernini, chairman of the Juab County Commission. The Juab commissioners think the cost of the land is too high. In addition, the commissioners do not think they can made the contribution on the strength of jobs which may not materialize. The Sanpete County Commission agreed to purchase and donate the land to the state as part of its proposal to get the prison in Gunnison. Nephi Times-New- s currently underway. Virginia "Ginger" Mike Toninelli and Don Davis Nephi Thiokol looks for causes a sick child at the hospital, tutors a friends child while working a fulltime job, and taking care of her family responsibilities. The Annual Awards Banquet was held Saturday, January 9th at the Elk's Lodge. Over 100 people attended the event. The social hour passed quickly with the talents of Juab won't help . . . The Juab Commissioners have denied . Howard Bennett was obviously pleased to accept the "Yard of the Year" award from the Moab Chamber of Commerce for 1987. Howard's yard can be admired at 371 McGill, as soon as the Spring flowers show, and right through to the first hard frost. recognition. has Nadene Stephens-Nade- ne been in charge of the Youth Center in Moab for the past three years. She has set up a memorial fund in her son's name and the proceeds go to the Youth Center to keep it going. Nadene has been Chairperson of the March of Dimes for Moab and has ; , , helped with Primary Children's Hospital 'pennies by the inch' fundraiser. Nadene Stephens along with Jeanne Hunter was recognized as the 1986 Citizens of the Year. Jolene Welch-- Jo is the type of person every tourist town should have. She is a one woman Chamber of Commerce with a positive attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile. She was nominated for citizen of the year because she went out of her way one day last Septem ber to help a tourist with car trouble. After solving the dilemma, Jo then showed the visitors to a relative's home here in Moab. In 1979 the people of Moab were fortunate when Margaret Hopkin decided to continue Margaret Hopkin her successful teaching career in Grand County. Margaret's gifted abilities are many. She has taught many levels from primary through middle school, while continuing her own education earning her administrative certificate through the University of Utah. Margaret's students describe her as an enthusiastic teacher who shows genuine interest in their concerns. In 1987, Margaret assumed the principalship of the combined elementary schools. With her energy, leadership abilities, talent, courage, and faith, she has completed the establishment of Red Rock Elementary, a school we can all be proud of. . Bill Meador-Bo- rn and raised in Moab, Bill was always committed to excellence. At graduation he was named Outstanding Student." After obtaining his teaching certificate in 1962, Bill began teach"All-arou- ing at Grand County Schools. In 1966 he completed his Master of Education and was named Assistant Superintendent of Grand County Schools. In 1971, he was instrumental in establishing a Vocational Education Center. Later he led the drive to establish the Sundwall Center for handicapped student education. Meador became Superintendent in 1972 competing against 40 other candidates. In four years, he balanced the budget. He also implemented a radical new concept called "Outcome Based Education." This system forces students, parents and teachers alike to constantly confront actual knowledge and skills achieved. In 1985, Bill was named Utah's Outstanding Rural Superintendent of the Year, bringing recognition to the Grand County School District. Thomas A. has served as Mayor of Moab since 1982. He is currently on the HospiStocks-To- m tal Board. He has served as Chairman for the Utah Advisory Council on Intergovernmental Affairs and has also served as a board member for the Community Impact Board Fund. The Mayor has been instrumental in acquainting the Wasatch Front area and government agencies with the needs of Moab and Southeastern Utah. He has sought the very best for the community. There isn't any aspect of the city and community that hasn't been impacted by our aggressive mayor. Jim Corwin then presented the Citizen of the Year Award to Bette L. Stanton. Bette created the Central Service Unit to unite the many different economic and governmental agencies of Moab and eliminate duplication of effort. Bette has dedicated her life to im- proving the economic situation of Moab. Through the Central Service Unit, she developed programs and goals which increased the tourism, conventions, and film making in Grand County. Perhaps her greatest contribution to the community has been her knowledge and expertise in grant preparation. Bette has continually brought grant money to Grand County for economic development without expense to Moab taxpayers. She knew what monies were avail able, how to obtain them, and that if Moab didn't receive it some other city would. In 1987 alone, over one million dollars in grant monies were awarded to Moab City through Bette's efforts. Bettes dedication and faith in Moab drives her to work at a pace which at times seems humanly impossible. Under a barrage of deadlines, she is often found working late nights, weekends and holidays. Bette's only compensation for this extra work is knowing her work will improve Moab's future. During the past four years,.Bette has made many contributions to the community. Many of which may not be fully realized for several years. Bette has the ability to take the seemingly impossible and turn it into a reality. Moab will soon have an golf course, a project that has been in the Master Plan for over 20 years. The Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall of Fame, which is a unique action mu18-ho- le seum, will bring tourism into' downtown Moab will open this spring. These things are a direct result of Bette's belief in Moab and its people. Moab is very fortunate that Bette Stanton chose to "retire" here, and will feel a great loss whenif she actually retires. John Fogg reminisced over the past 12 months of Corwin's presidency of the Chamber which brought a few chuckles from the audience. Corwin then swore in the new officers. The 1988 Chamber President, David Bierschied, then gave his ad- dress describing the direction of Chamber's role in the business community for the next year. Backyard hike cancelled The Canyonlands Field Institute hike through Calico Canyon, that was scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 16, has been cancelled due to illness. Hikes who have paid fees will receive a refund. "Backyard" hikes are sponsored monthly by Canyonlands Field Institute to teach the novice and learn from the experienced the wonder of the Moab backcountry. For more information about "Backyard" hikes, call the CFI office at (801) 259-775- 0. HOME FROM HOLIDAYS Brig Larsen and wife Tish returned home last week after spending the holidays with their three children and families. HOLIDAY WITH MOTHER Burt Walker from Las Vegas, Nev. spent Christmas with his mother Dixie Allred and sister Darlene Walker and other relatives. Burt surprised his mother with a nice large colored TV for Christmas. HOLIDAYS IN ARIZONA Ralph Miller and wife Shirley and daughter Karen drove to Phoenix and Mesa, Arizona to spend the Christmas holidays with their daughter Candis and husband Red Stewart and four sons, and 1 great grandson. They all enjoyed the visit and nice warm weather. HOLIDAYS IN SLC Mrs. Neva Kirk returned recently from Salt Lake City where she spent the holidays with her daughter, Dorothy Ruinand and other family members. -- |