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Show Page A4 tDc IDmgg-nbcpcnftc- Thursday, June 10, 2004 nt A dogs best friend is its human; same goes for cats slightly modified to make it by Jeannine Wait contributing writer Since dogs first domesticated humans we have been their loyal friends. From time to time we need to be reminded of small ways we can show our appreciation for their unconditional love in todays more modern and urban world. Moabs busy streets, trails and backcountry offer many opportunities for what can sometimes be a clashing of interests between hikers, bikers, cars, runners, children and dogs. The city has installed three animal waste pick-u- p stations along the Mill Creek Parkway path system. They are located at Fifth West and Williams Way where the footpath is near the bridge, at the cross trail section behind the Rustic Motel and on the portion of trail between 400 East by the bus barn) and S. Highway 191. These stations were made possible by a generous donation of money and will be maintained by the city as the crew makes its rounds emptying trash barrels. Moab City will soon have a pooper-scoope- r ordinance in place and will enforce it when it is in effect. If you do not already perform this courteous and responsible task, start practicing now. Moab has a leash law and it is in effect on the pathway system. There have recently been several instances of dogs attacking people and other dogs as groups whiz by each other on skateboards, roller blades, bicycles and on foot. The current leash law will be ( clear that animals must be under physical restraint, not just voice control. Animal control officers try to apply the law evenly, asking all offenders to comply. Even if you know your dog is friendly, it may still inspire fear in others. To help spread public awareness of our laws there will soon be new red and white signs at the entrance of each end of town, by the MIC and along the pathways. These signs will say, Animal ordinances in effect, leashes required. If feral cats plague your neighborhood there is a program to help with this prob- lem. TrapNeuterReturn (TNR) offers vouchers that make it possible to have a feral cat spayed or neutered for $10. Money has been donated to help with the small $10 fee for people who need assistance. Animal Control will help trap the animal and both veterinarians accept the vouchers. Over 200 cats have been through this program so far. It is important to return the altered animal to its original location as a reduction of the colonys population can trigger a birth cycle to replace the missing members. Al- though these cats can be annoying, they do a lot to help control the rodent population. If anyone would like to help continue this program with donations of money, please contact your veterinarian or Margaret Griffith at 259-882- 3. Concerns about West Nile Virus in birds need only be addressed if the bird is a large group . that. . Multi-agenc- y Continued from page A 1 land, as well as a comprehensive set of rules. We thought if it came from all the agencies, people would understand that were just working to save this beautiful land we have. We dont want people to trash it, they just dont know any better. Maggie Wyatt, manager of the Moab office of the Bureau the sheriffs office is they just dont know -- they pick up a of Land Management, said this could easily have been a public meeting, and the county may have made a mistake in not just opening it up, but I think they expected people with protest signs that might have been disruptive... there was nothing the public couldnt have heard. Wyatt said some of the complaining about jeeps on dis-cussi- included potential scheduling or activity changes for Jeep Safari, and that Red Rock and a representative from the environmental community could be invited in eventually. I dont think its going to be a real closed process. Nyland agreed with Wyatt that some of the focus was on Four-Wheele- rs but said, The main topic was to discuss issues of putting together a recreation program for the county: trail design, areas to try to maintain, I guess. He agreed with Bane that the key is information, Where to go and where to camp, things like that. The problem in the backcountry that we see from map or a brochure and head out there. I dont think they just intentionally go where they want. A supporter of multiple-use- , Nyland said Recreation is the only thing weve got as far as the economy goes, and weve got to make the best of it. For instance, people have been Porcupine Rim - well, it is a jeep road and its been a jeep road forever, and people just have to learn to share. As to his request for what c turned out to be a frushis said meeting, Nyland tration comes from talking to non-publi- people unwilling to compromise, asking for things like no d vehicles in the off-roa- backcountry. You couldnt bring enough law enforcement in here to make it what it used to be. The next step will be a smaller committee meeting on June 28, and a draft of the multi-agenc- y, multi-purpos- e brochure, which Bane says should be out in time for the busy autumn season, and would be placed on all the websites, in all the restaurants, hotels, the Moab Information Center, parks and OHV parks, and so on. Were trying to move it as fast as we can. As to the cost of such a brochure, she said, We basically decided wed work out some- - Waste pickup stations make it easy for pet owners to be responsible about keeping trails clear of excrement. Bag dispensers are there. No excuse for having forgotten to bring Photos by Jeannine Wait one along. raptor or crow. Since a bird must be freshly dead to be struction costs of the shelter. Opportunities exist for interested parties to make donations in their or their pets names. Donations are encouraged and should be made to the city or the Humane Society. Once enough money has been raised to begin construction the job will go out to bid. Animal Control officers Randy and George remind pet owners that hot summer temperatures and dogs left in cars tested, it is best to closely observe any suspicious-actin- g bird and report it immediately upon its death. Reports should be made to the Moab Mosquito WildAbatement at 0 life Resources Division at 259-716- 1, 259-378- or call Moab Animal Con8 to be referred trol at to the proper agency. Plans for the new animal 259-893- shelter are progressing. Its most likely location will be the Kane Creek city maintenance lot. Bill Smedley will donate the engineering design for the mechanical aspects of the structure. Local architect Jim Dressier has completed and donated preliminary drawings for the ar state-of-the-a- rt page A 1 departments okay. Another factor Peterson said did not force their hands but was an irritant was requests from the Moab Peace Groups Eleanor Inskip to get on board with a booth andor political rally. Last year we asked if we a bxth, said Inskip, and they said no, and the reason was they didnt want anything controversial.... It seemed wrong, but we thought, Let's see if we can work this out some other way. Inskip said her group approached the city about permission to join the event in February 2004, and that she envisioned the peace group there along with the Democratic, Republican and Green parties. She asserts that the committee didnt respond for nearly six weeks, and soon after, the event could have was cancelled. Peterson agreed that the committees whole intent for the Fourth of July has been for make sure your pet has plenty of fresh water avail- able and provide identification tags on animals collars to help in the safe return of thier best friend. con- - it to be a celebration and not in any way a controversial event.... It remains to be seen in future as to how we work that out. She pointed out that Swanny City Park, where most activities take place, cant be reserved exclusively, so any group could be on site during the official celebration, or even hold an event now, with the primary festivities canceled. But, she added, Inskip thought there was money for this. There is no money. Inskip said she doesnt want to organize a whole event, but Im thinking well do I know the political groups are interested, I even asked the Republican Women, and they were interested if it was on Saturday, and thats a farmers market day, so. . . . some-thin- g. The city and county cant take over either. The citys July Fourth festivities were cut a few years ago due to costs, and while it still contributed staff to work the park, City Manager Donna Metzler said groups can be more because effective, they can rally volunteers more easily. nt thing, see what the cost is, and then go to the different agencies and see what happens -itll probably be a joint cost from all of us. Candidate's Forum - June 15, 2004 The Moab Area of Commerce has invited the candidates for the County Council District 4 election to participate in a Candidates Forum. As the Chamber is a voice for local business in Moab, the focus of the forum and all questions to the candidates will be limited to economic and business issues related to Grand County. Date: Tuesday, June 15, 2004 Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: Moab Information Center Moderator: Sam Sturman - USU Moab Campus Format: County Council Candidates: Robert Ryan donations toward the with closed windows result in at least five deaths each year from heat exhaustion. Its time to leave your animal buddy home when out doing errands. Please use the new doggie waste pick up stations, observe the leash law, Fourth of July plans . Continued from Moab Area Chamber of Commerce Audrey Graham chitectural design. Included in the plan is an office for the Humane Society whose members will volunteer to help feed, clean, and socialize the animals waiting for adoption. The shelter will accommodate 13 dogs with individual spacious indooroutdoor runs. Cats will have from 25 to 30 spaces. All animals will be on view and available for adoption at the shelter. The generous donation of these plans for the shelter represents the savings of many thousands of dollars needed toward the money necessary for construction. A grant application has been made to the Eccles Foundation for more funding and private individuals have made other Jim Salmon Please plan on attending! The city is still giving $2,000 for the Sunday fireworks show, created by Castle Valleys Rick Fullum. The Recreation District is paying $4,000, and Grand County is picking up the lions share of the tab - at $10,000, its focus for the holi- Graduated in California . . . Allyssa Taylor graduated Monday, June 7, from Clovis West High School in Fresno, Calif. During her high school career at Clovis West, Allyssa completed four Advanced Placement classes that earned her a full semester of college credit, as well as participated in drama, debate, mock trial and the service club Link Crew. In addition, she also graduated from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints Seminary program with honors. Allyssa plans to o attend starting next winter semester. Allyssa is the of Tom Taylor of Moab and Kristin and Bruce Millis of daughter the sister to Zane Taylor of Moab, Abi Taylor, Zach Fresno, Calif.; Emma Millis of Fresno; granddaughter of Adrien and Taylor and of Sam Taylor Moab and Ruth and Ken Johnson of Castle Valley. BYU-ldah- WhLEVmhh CLirJDGS day. Asked about such a big budget, up $5,000 from 2003s price-taCounty Administrator Judy s g, Bane said, Its just a better event, and prices really go up all the time. This is kind of a thank-yo- u to the citizens. I just think $16,000 is a good show. Details on the fireworks show will be announced soon. For the future, Peterson says a good July Fourth event comes down to reliable funding. Local businesses have helped, but performers are still only getting piddly compensation, and shed like to see that change. EIIEaiOTHGDri June 16-19- th ages and abilities Anyone interested We want you there, really! Call Deb Hren All Clinic will be coached by Matt McShane, University of Utah Former USA National Team Coach Kim Norman Intermountain Volleyball Executive Coaches of all ages and experience level are encouraged to come. Parents with kids interested in volleyball should come. You can train alongside other coaches. |