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Show Page A7 (Ilu' cCi me 3 - Jlnrpri tb t' n t Thursday, March IS, 2000 tion Letters to the Editors Public should demand (just north of the remaining Atlas Mill site buildings)? Im sure a vast majority of local people, including myself, would reject that thought. I do believe its time across to get people stirred up demanding a the river at the portal. Jim Hurst by-pa- Disappointed by Jeep Safari by-pa- ss Moab t-sh- Dear Editor, I would like to express my disappointment with at least two of the advertised for sale by a local shop in the Jeep Safari special publication and with that companys reaction when I voiced my concerns. As a tourism-oriente- d company, we refer people to the retail stores in town for their souvenir needs, as well as to the many activities, such as Jeep Safari, w hich are sponsored by the Moab Chamber of Commerce. Upon leafing through one of the Jeep Safari papers we intended to distribute, I was dismayed to see a advertised which depicted a bicyclist being run over by a vehicle with the caption Road-Kill- " beneath the picture. Another simply bore the caption Tread Lightly over Spandex Speed Bumps." I found this attempt at humor to be misplaced. Our bike shop has lost an employee to a vehiclecyclist accident and our town has lost a citizen to another accident in the last year and no one involved in either accident found the incidents amusing On the other hand, I have been harassed w hile commuting to work on my bike and have known cyclists who were seriously endangered by motorists who intentionally rode too close, or threw things at them, or in one case, attempted to ropV a cyclist off of his bike on a deserted stretch of road in the La Sal Mountains. Thankfully, these cases of harassment are rare. Most motorists and indeed, every Jeeper out on the trails that I have ever encountered personally would never intentionally endanger the life of a cyclist, but those who find such pranks amusing should not be encouraged by humor of the sort found on these shirts Jokes about killing anyone are inappropriate and are certainly offensive. When I voiced my concern to an employee of the shop involved, her immediate reaction was, Weil, if bik - irts ers would just stay out of the middle of the road..." This is an entirely separate issue from the one I am concerned with, but I will address it now. While I have certainly encountered rude or inconsiderate cyclists on the roads, I have also encountered horse-riderrude or inconsiderate pedestrians, skateboarders and persons motorists, in wheelchairs. The fact is that in any collision with a stands a very real motorized vehicle, the chance of being injured or killed. Roads are multi-us- e areas and bicycles are a legitimate form of transportation as well as recreation. Many people depend upon their bikes to get them to work each day and bicyclists d. have rights-of-us- e on both the roads and trails. When they abuse these rights it may inconvenience or annoy motorists, but the inconsiderate actions of a few cyclists do not excuse suggesting that killing or injuring cyclists is acceptable or humorous. Club of When I contacted the Red Rock Moab, they agreed that these shirts do not accurately community represent the feelings of the in this town, and that it is not an attitude which we as a town wish to encourage. Tolerance within our community is a goal that we all must work toward, and I would like to request that all Chamber of Commerce-sponsoreactivities and publications would reflect a more tolerant attitude in the future. I look forward to next years Jeep Safari paper and hope that we will be able to distribute it in good conscience. Sincerely, ATV-rider- s, s, s, st d Susan Jett Manager Office Dear Sam, want to ask the citizens of the Moab Valley to join me in thanking the Volunteer Firefighters of the Moab Valley Fire Protection District who, on Thursday, Match 9, spent nearly 12 straight hours serving the community during two potentially deadly incidents. These dedicated volunteers left their families and jobs and put their lives on hold to protect the lives and property of their neighbors. Special thanks goes to the firefighters loved ones who often sacrifice for the good of the community. These family members spent many agonizing hours Thursday wondering if their firefighter was in imminent I danger. The employers of these firefighters also deserve a BIG Thank You as do the customers of these employers who may have had to wait for service. I am personally very grateful to you, tMe families end employers, for allowing me to call upon these Dustin Bowden, a seventh grade middle school student from Castleton, participated in 2000 Possibilities -- Special Olympics Utah Winner Games this past weekend held in Ogden. Dustin, the son of Randy and Kathy Bowden, competed in the individual bowling competition this year and earned a silver medal for his efforts. His team mates, representing the Rediocks team, included Sarah Fetters, Kristin Krummenacher, Marim and Rachel Loesch, Lance Riches, Clanssa West and Kristopher Whitesell In addition to bowling, the winter games included nordic skiing, alpine skiing, slalom and volleyball. Congratulations to Dustin as he adds the medal to the others he has received over the years while participating in the Special Olympics. About 40 Castle Valley residents went to the polls last Friday to cast their votes dunng the first Uah pnmary presidential election. The turn-ou- t represented nearly 20 of the registered voters here compared to 9 statewide. The three local election judges, Charieen Radiey, Bettie Allee and Patt Plastow did a lot of eating and reading to pass the time during the long im firefighters at a moments notice and to use, for the fire service, their time and talents which I know are so very firefighter increases exponentially. However, the firefighters stayed the course and again, their more than 100 training hours per year paid off. Thank you Moab firefighters, for a job well done. day. We came out a lot fatter then when we went in," commented Bettie Traditionally, well over 50 of Castle Valley voters will cast their votes, even on a mundane election year This year, with the results already decided, the majoriiy of people didnt seem to bother, but the three judges still enjoyed what they did during the elec- Historical Society placing headstones; painting company preps Dewey Bridge Laht year the Grand County Historical Society, under the direction of Gloria Denney, wan able to place 10 headstones on previously unidentified burial sites in Moab. Another order for as many as are needed will be sent soon. It is hoped that this could St a yearly event until all grave sites in Grand County are properly identified and registered These markers can be needed The used for individuals ancestors or other family members made from 4" but and being 6x12 very attractive, high markers are small, native Vermont granite They will be shipped directly from Vermont, thereby keeping the cost to only $50. The order will be placed, courtesy of Spanish Valley Mortuary Local Boy Scouts will be helping the cemetery sexton to set the stones The time spent on this will be donated and will give the boys involved an opportunity to earn their Eagle Badges. Denney would like to hear from anyone who needs one of these headstones, and from anyone w ho knows of sites that she may not have on her list. In other news from the Historical Society, the Dewey Bridge Project is moving right along. The firm of Prestige Painting and Drjwall of Moab has just begun preparations for painting the bridge. An interpretive sign has been designed by members of the board and Tom Stengal. It should be in place sometime this summer. The next meeting of the board will be Wednesday, March 22 at the council chambers a-- ff MOAB DENTAL HEALTH CENTER n Dr. Bryant W. Cornelius and Dr. Colleen C Cornelius iff ff iff iff precious to you. I am extremely proud of the professional conduct of the firefighters under the stress of these two incidents. I know that any time children are involved in an emergency situation, the adrenaline level of responders soars and anxiety im reases. Many of the firefighters are parents of HMK School students, yet they got the job done exactly as they have been trained to do. And any time explosives are part of thejob, the danger of working as a iff Did you know... Contrary to popular belief, bad teeth" are not inherited ftom your parents WTiile it is true that there are a few genetic diseases that compromise the teeth, these conditions are very rare. It is true that some teeth arc more susceptible to decay than others. Back teeth with deep pits and fissures trap food and bacteria, causing a cavity to form Children, as well as adults, can have protective sealants placed on their back teeth by their dentist. A sealant is a thin plastic resin that is bonded into pits and fissures, keeping harmful germs out. Sealants are painless, inexpensive, and very effective m preventing tooth decay. iff iff iff For appointments call: 259-537- 8 iff 2700 S. Hwy 1 9 1 00 8 .00-- 4 Mon-F- ri iLiLihhhLiLiLiLiLThLibihbibhbiLTUnhLihhLih Corky Brewer Moab Fire Chief IPtnilh) Hitts .micsGniiDim Letters to the editor policy . . . The welcomes opinions from its readers concerning any subject pertinent to Southeastern Utah. Letters should be to the point and must include the writer's name, address and telephone number. Letters may not be used to replace advertisements, or to list and thank sponsors or participants to a particular event. Letters to the editor will be not be accepted from or from anyone writing in support of a filed candidate. Anything unsigned, of a any candidate who has fled for political-officlibelous nature, or containing defamatory statements will not be considered for publication. All letters must be typed or legibly wntten, and be 800 words or less. Letters are subject to editing. Mail to Letter to the Editor," P.O. Box 129, Moab, Utah, 84532. to editor moabtimes com. The Deadline is Monday, 5 p.m. Letters may also be sent via may not , accept letters from persons who write more frequently than once every four weeks. seat alCounty Council, the candidates two excellent ready ha& Jim Salmon of Castleton and Bill Hedden o' Castle Valley have already fiied their intentions to run for the one available at large seat Both have great knowledge ana understanding of the issues facing the county and more specifically our velley F.ach has shown dedication anr energy toward elected and appointed county positions they have held m tr past in Nichols Expeditions Thanking firefighters for a job well done Witn the deadline approaching to register as a candida'e tor the Grand by Ron Drake SS at portal by-pa- ss Dear Editor, I just wanted to let Travis Thayn know that 1, for one, agreed 100'S with his letter in last week's paper regarding a truck and through- - traffic of town. 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