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Show Page A3 Forest Service roadless rule being implemented ested Thats Environmentalists call it death by process9 for Americas forests Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns has announced a final rule that invites input from state governors in the conservation and management direction for inventoried roadless areas within national forests. This rule will help to ensure that the needs of local communities are considered in roadless area conservation. The new rule was developed after the previous regu- lation, issued January 12, 2001, was struck down by a U.S. District Court in July 2003 and deemed in violation of both the National Environmental Policy Act and the Wilderness Act. The Grand Canyon Trust issued a statement last Friday denouncing the reversal ofthe 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. The trust maintains that over 600 public meetings were held before the 2001 rule was adopted, and that 2.5 million people commented in favor of protecting roadless areas. The (new) Bush Administration rule marks the untimely death of one of the most foresighted and broadly supported conservation initiatives in the Forest Services history, said Taylor McKinnon, director of forest conservation at Grand Canyon Trust. Roadless areas contain Americas healthiest forests, our best wildlife habitats, our best hunting and fishing spots, vital watersheds, and our most remote and scenic for- - in concert SXXi2FXiE3 PSOPLS Star Hall Saturday, May 14 with Brandie Frampton Doors open at 7 Music starts at 8 Benefit for Moab Teen Center landscapes. - -- Thursday, May 12, 2005 tEimeg-tthepenbe- nt why During the week of May 3 through May 10, the Moab Police Department responded to the following incidents: 2 - ambulance assists; 1 -vandalism; 1 - assault; 1 -mental subject; 1 - fraud; 1 -juvenile problem; 1 - animal problem; 1 - burglary; 1 -threat; 4 - thefts; 1 - disor- the public has resoundingly supported protecting them. According to the USD A, the new rule sets a straightforward, collaborative path toward conserving inventoried roadless areas by working with the states on regulations specific to the needs and requirements of each state. It - five conservation principles for inventoried roadless areas. They are: - vice-preside- to ensure that inventoried roadless area management is implemented with reliable information and accurate mapping, including local expertise and experience. Work with states, tribes, local communities and the public through a process that is fair, open and responsive to local input and information. Protect forests to ensure that the potential negative effects of severe wildfire, insect and disease activity are addressed. officers. Andrew Baker is president, Mike Tatton Skyler Penrod is and Cooper secretary Henderson is the public relations officer. In his essay as part of the application process for president, Andrew Baker wrote, The truly empowering thing vice-preside- Protect communities, homes and property from the risk of severe wildfire and other risks on adjacent federal lands. And, about Ensure that states, attending. Grand County High and living in the United States is the ability to cast a vote for representation that will perpetuate the values and ideas that we see fit and hold dear to ourselves. He encouraged students to tribes and private citizens who own property within inventoried roadless areas have access to their property as required by existing law. The Grand Canyon Trust d calls it a cumbersome, petition process. In that process, states could choose to petition the Secretary of Agriculture to protect roadless areas within 18 months of rule finalization with no guarantees as to the outcome, McKinnon said. Denied petitions would preclude any additional roadless area protection in a given state, while approved or modified petitions would be subject to a second, rulemaking process. The intended result is death by process for Americas most remote and scenic forests, the species they support, and the vitality of the last best ecosystems two-tiere- take their responsibility to vote and participate in student government seriously, for as he said, We are choosing people that truly do have a powerful voice in this school and community. Baker concluded his essay, I do not ask for your vote without planning to protect and strengthen the voice of the student with my experience as a leader and member of the GCHS student government. In his campaign speech vice president Tatton focused on getting more students in- ic of exposure that everyone serves. Kirsten McGann, a sophomore at Westminster College in Salt Lake City, has been selected to receive the annually-fundeSherry Sailer Theatre and Performing Arts Scholarship for more than $2,000. Kirsten is the daughter of Jim McGann and Carol Sanchez of Moab. She graduated from Kearns High School in 2003 and is a communications major. - d - New GCHS officers in place for next year New student body officers were elected at Grand County High last week. The elections decided an all male slate of - - From left, new student body officers for Grand County High School are: Cooper Henderson, public relations officer; Mike Tatton, Andrew Baker, president; and Skyler Penrod, secretary. Make informed decisions state-specif- - derly conduct; 1 civil probtraffic offenses; 3 -ilem; 2 ntoxicated persons; 1 D.U.I.; 1 family fight; 2 citizen assists; 1 - mail tampering; 1 911 call; 3 graffiti; 2 -1 agency assists; - noise probtraffic accident; 1 -lem; 1 found property; 1 - suspicious incident; 1 alcohol offense; 1 incorporates the departments - warrant - arrest; 22 - animal control calls, city and county. Total incidents: 60; total citations: 17; total accidents: de- Maralee Francis, student government advisor, said this years student body council raised the standard for running because leaders need to adhere to a higher standard than other students. A 3.0 grade point average was required. The officers, she continued, need to be a good example for other students and they need to be able to deal with taking even more time from their regular classroom assignments. The council also took attendance and citizenship grades into account when accepting applications. Francis has been the student government advisor for the last five years. She has worked to make the process of 1; total arrests: 13. Found property: wallet. Tip of the week: Things are dry; be cautious with fire, says chief Corky Brewer. Moab City Police Department, serving our community. ; Wad hollywood.com Grand County Public Library's shows before 6 p.m. $5.00 Starts Friday, May 13 All Summer Reading Program Kicking and bScreaming "Dragons, Dreams & Daring Deeds" Sat. Nightly 7:00 & 9 00 Sun. Matinees 1 .00 & 3 00 , & Monster-iwt- si in-La- w student elections more like city or federal elections so that students learn how the v Shmi Hbma m th Find VSat Begins June 9th Sign ups during May are 18. Class officer elections for 2005-0- 6 will be held May 17 and 18. Nightly 7:00 &9:00 Sun Matinees 100 & 3 00, Kingdom of Heaven sW Nightly 7:00 Only pro- cess works and will be more likely to participate when they & Sat. & Sun. Matinees VOO & 3 35 Gift Certificates Available 580 Kane Creek Blvd. Turn at McDonalds! volved. He said, I would really like to do more things that involve more students such as more competitions between each grade. We can make school a fun place. Secretary Penrod echoed some of Tattons ideas for more involvement. Specifically, he would like to see more dances after the home games. He said, I would like to have people The Ballet Company of Red Rock Stars Dance Studio presents actually attend the dances and, believe it or not, actually be excited to go! According to PR officer Henderson, We have a newspaper that covers the Red Dev-il- s on the town and school level, three radio stations in our community, and a local television channel. Yet, many great things at our school are not showcased in the way they deserve. I will utilize the great resources we have in Moab to generate and maintain a level The classic tale retold through the wonderful world of ballet & modem dance. 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