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Show Tuesday, November 1, 1994 9A Emery County Progress Truman, Huntington want auditor position Democrat Karen Truman Karen Truman is running for office of Emery County the Auditor. "First, I would tell the public that I would like to visit each of you individually; unfortunately, this time of year I am heavily into preparing the county's 1995 budget and completing the 1994 budget and cannot take time off to visit door to door," the incumbent auditor said. "Therefore, I appreciate this opportunity to tell you about my family, my experience, and my position on issues relating to my office and county government." The candidate is married to Stan Truman, and they live in Huntington. Both have who helped settle communities in Emery County. The Trumans have three children and 10 grandchildren, all living in Emery great-grandparen- ts County. Mrs. Truman said of her campaign, "I am currently serving you, and hope for the opportunity to continue serving you as your county auditor. I have earned certificates in government accounting and finance, and I have 12 years experience in government accounting, finance, budgeting, personnel and insurance. I am responsible for policies and procedures increasing accountability and documentation when " spending your tax dollars. She said that in the auditor's office, "We have developed, and will continue to develop, more accurate andor efficient procedures in all areas of auditing and accounting. We have made it our goal to serve the public graciously in all we do." Speaking to the question of improving county government, Mrs. Truman said, "If I could improve any area of county government, I would improve the relationship of the county commission to the other elected officials. I would like the commission to work more closely Special Service District and Johansen andTuttle Engineer- Republican Ross Huntington Ross Huntington, Republican candidate for Emery County Auditor, was bom and raised in Emery County. He graduated from Emery High and went on to Utah State University where he earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration with a major in finance and a minor in economics. After graduation from USU, Ross spent three years in active duty in the with the other officials so they are more informed about issues. The public also should be more informed. I would like to see the governing bodies of all county service districts keep the public more informed. In closing, the candidate expressed her appreciation for the support of Emery County citizens. Army. Ross and his wife, Adele, have four children: Todd, Nathan, Angela and Stanton. Ross has a broad base of busi- ness management and ac- counting experience, some 24 years ofit. He is experienced in accountpayroll and man-hou- r ing. He was the bookkeeper for Huntington Brothers Grocery Store and has done bookkeeping for both the Castle Valley Democrat Glenys Sitterud Dixie Swasey comes to the race for Emery County Recorder with over 12 years ex- Democrat Glenys Sitterud of Emery is seeking the office of Emery County Recorder. Mrs. Sitterud is an Emery County native and the daughter of Merlin and Jean Christiansen. She is married to Lannie Sitterud, the son of Gene and Lorraine Campbell and the late Doug Sitterud of Huntington. The couple has three daughters- - Megan, Lindsay and Kristy Dawn. They also have one granddaughter. The candidate is presently serving her second term on the Emery Town Council, and she is employed by the Emery School District as a bus driver. She has been honored as an Emery School District Employee of the Month. She also works as an insurance, payroll and accounts receivable clerk at Ferron Merc and Drug. In addition, Mrs. Sitterud is an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and has twice been elected as secretary of the Emery County EMT Association. In 1980 she worked as a crewleader, doing census reports for the south half of Emery county. She was in charge of seven other workers. Presently, Mrs. Sitterud is a member of the County Planning and Zoning Board and a member of the Emery County Recreation District. "I know the importance of keeping accurate records, a real priority in the records office, as the other county offices de- - perience in county government. Running as a Republican, it is her goal to vise her skills to give the best possible service to the public who require the help of the recorder. Mrs. Swasey worked in the recorder's office for five and a half years where she learned duties and procedures and became competent in using the computer program. She is proficient at reading and following legal descriptions and is thoroughly familiar with the process of conducting a property search. "I am offering to the citizens of Emery County the benefits of that experience and my commitment to serving the public to the best of my ability," Mrs. Swasey said. She would also bring to the office seven years of experience in the assessor's office. She is a registered appraiser and is familiar with the various parcels of land and their locations in Emery County. "I believe my background will be a tremendous asset to take into the recorder's office. Being knowledgeable about plat maps and locating properties are an essential function of that office," she noted. Besides understanding the legal responsibilities of a county recorder, she believes being able to efficiently serve the public in the future will RENTiTO:OWN & Dixie Swasey demand the ability to use new technologies. will do what I can to get the Geographic Information System (GIS) on line so the office can bring the public the most information about in Emery County. properties GIS is a technology which links imaging, data and mapping, and will be of great benefit to many entities," Mrs. Swasey explained. Her leadership skills have also been developed as she has served in various capacities for The American Legion Auxiliary, Emery County Historical Society, Desertview Credit Union and Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Swasey, her husband Russell and their two children have a rich heritage in Emery county, one she values. "My candidacy represents my commitment to Emery County and my desire to contribute to its future," she concluded. 1 up-to-da- te fiPecfvte come biul jliavk caie& aboutyou Can a I , WTTTT.Y? t West MaiatPrld 637-01- 4 THERES NO SUCH THING AS A OTJCME OF GOOD LUCK. Know the warning signs. Early detection may save your life. American Heart Association Emery County Nursing Home & Emery County Senior Citizens Council. "I ask you, the voters, to consider my educational background, my work and civic experience and my desire to do the auditor's job well, when you vote on Nov. 8," he said. Yes! The new Wuriitzer C205 organ delivers majestic, full tone in a convenient size that is perfect for and homes and small churches at a Price ,ower than many spinets. You owe it to yourself to hear this exciting new Wuriitzer organ! 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When the President of the United States doesn't understand the West, and when the Secretary of the it Interior tries to lay waste to our water, grazing, and mining issues is extremely important to us, and to our way of life, that Orrin Hatch is our thief defender.'' Results for rural Utah 4 Continues to tight tor reform of the Indangered Species Act and the protection of pmate property rights. 5 Is a leading promoter and protector ot RS2477 which are essential to the basic transportation infrastructure of rural Utah. legislation to more than ments made to counties 1 double pay under the Iayment-In-- l Program (Ill ). ItLI payments are made to counties with large amounts of federally owned land. rights-of-wa- ead the tight against the Clinton Administrations War on the West by blocking their proposals to radically and unfairly alter grazing fees and regulations, mining law, and taxes on energy. y, 6 Protected local interest by ensuring an equitable resolution of the Atlas and 1 Monticello null tailings issues. 7 Proposed and fought tor the protection of private property rights from excessive federal intrusion. 3 Lead the fight that defeated the Mark is a board member of RSVP, county. and yet fit in any home? 2 , URNITURE &APPUANC tion between the auditor's office and the citizens of the console organ sound like a big pipe organ 1 i work to improve communica- ATTENTION ORGANISTS! Seek recorder position Republican Dixie Swasey ing Company. Ross has served on the Castle Dale City Council for the past three years where he has worked with contractors, suppliers, citizens, city employees and other elected officials to plan, organize and implement a number of improvements for Castle Dale. Ross was appointed to the State Soil Conservation Commission by Gov. Norm Bangerter, and he also served on the local San Rafael Soil Conservation District Board for 10 years. He is presently on the Board of Directors and is the vice president of the Cottonwood Creek Irrigation Company. "A vote for me for county auditor would be a vote for change," he said. "Not a big change, but a few small subtle changes. Mrs. Truman and I are different people with different personalities, different educational backgrounds and different work histories. Each of us would do things differently. As the auditor, I would 8 Brought balance to en ironmental policy in the reform ot the Supertund extreme mining law reform proposals in the 100th, 101st, 102nd and 103rd congresses. Additionally he has proposed reasonable reform of the 1872 mining law. law, reauthorization ot the Sate Drinking Water Act, and reauthoria-tioof the Clean Water Act. n VOTE Mark Justice s t s s loR NOVEMBER 8 Paid Pol Advertisement qqp An'f nr ar Heart Association Si i |