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Show 2A Emery County Progress Castle Dale, Utah Tuesday July 22, 2003 create jobs in Emery County. The company will seek workers from Green River City first and then from throughout the county to fill available positions. Commission Continued from PAGE 1 A. Gardner to the library board and she was approved by the commission. The commission also approved the appointment of Kerry Bigelow as recommended by the Emery County Travel Bureau to fill the position on the bureau on the eastern side of the county. The commission discussed the bids which were solicited to provide an airport layout plan report and the associated paperwork for the Huntington airport. Commissioner Ira Hatch stressed that an airport improvement plan is a prerequi- site to receiving state and federal dollars for upgrades at the airport. Eight bids were received and Commissioner Hatch conferred with the consultants at the aeronautics division of UDOT and the firm of Jones and Demille from Richfield was chosen as the consultant on the Hun tington Airport Layout plan report. The bid was approved by the commission. The commissioners discussed the Solitude landfill which will begin work on the facility in early September. The land is an eight mile stretch which is two sections wide and within the city limits. The land is desolate with blue slate hills and an excellent location for the landfill. The commission has been asked to speak in favor of the landfill to the natural resources committee for their permitting process. A class 1 permit has already been issued so the site can accept municipal solid w'aste from within Utah and is trying for a class 5 permit w'hich will enable them to accept wraste from other states, but not anything hazardous. The commission voiced their support of the project which will & By COREY BLUEMEL, Staff Writer At the July city council meeting, Castle Dale Councilmen heard a request from a resident DINNER to vacate a property line between two pieces of property that the resident owns. The resident wishes to build a garage and with current zoning regulations, the garage cannot be placed next to the house without vacating the property line to expand the footage and allow for the setback footage to be met. Before the building permit can he issued, the resident was required to get signatures from all neighbors within 300 feet, giving their approval. All the signatures were obtained, except one. This lone holdout requires that a public hearing be held to heai' comments concerningva-catingth- e property line. The council explained the process to the resident of the advertising and holding the public hearing at the next city council meeting. This process Ribeye Steak Introducing New r Reuben & Popcorn Shrimp Sandwich soup, salad, roll & with fries & drink potato 15" Come in & check out our new low prices 86 East 100 South 637-550- 0 Star Theatre A A ll A , Lg m y. 163 North Main, Huntington, Utah 84528 (7827) (435) www.startheatre.us 687-STA- every month with the fire district, school district representatives and others to discuss emergency planning. Funding is made available through the Homeland Security Act. Deputy Martin Wil R A PC7-1-3 A Ends.Thursdaw A Tuly 24th Plavins at all Showtimes A A Movie A A A A Admission $4.00 Adults 12 and over $2.00 Children 1 years A A Seniors 62 and older A Admission plus A will delay the decision on the lot line until the comments can be heard at the public hearing. Councilman Brad Giles informed the council of another request from a resident for a street light to be placed on a dark corner in the city. The corner is at 120 West 600 North. It was approved that the city request this light installation of Utah Pow'er. City business was next to be addressed. Carolyn Jorgensen presented the council with the bids for the installation and upgrade of the air conditioner in the city office room. Both bidders said that the air conditioning cannot be run throughout with the existing duct work. Rooms hi the city building would be more efficiently cooled if they were done separately. The council approved the donation of $100 to the Miss Emery Pageant and $50 each for five youth city council members to participate in the Relay for Life. The money for the youth council would be taken from their budget. Other city business considered w'as the issuance ol a letter to residents requesting the removal of recreational vehicles from the city streets. Also cleanup plans for Main Street to "A A Spy Kids A 3-- D: Sara, Gabi & Noah Fowles are Game Over A (PG) Starts Friday an- nouncing the arriral of their new baby brother Elyja Brady Nathaniel Fowles. jawas born in San Franon May 16, 2003 at 5:58 Ely Plays Nightly A pan. lie weighed 5 lbs., 3 oz and w as 19'a" long. His very happy par- Linda Thayn Darla Lee A ents are Debi & Cleli Fowles of Sandy; Grandparents are Don Fowles, John & .Arlene Eden. Great grandmother is Phyllis Page. Elyja was Advertising A Specials 7 & 9 PM Monday-Saturda- y Weekly Matinee Monday 2:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM Witli4 shows on Saturday 12:00 & 2:00 PM 7:00 & 9:00 PM A A . UT. enforcement, but the law enforcement that is on the Swell at present is there patrolling illegally closed roads. It is Hawthornes contention that there is inconsistency between state law and the travel plan. Worwood expressed that Congress has instructed the county three times to protect the Swell, The county cannot jump ahead of the process by responding to your letter at the present time, he said. Congress perceives a problem and Congress makes the rules. The county is actively engaged in the roads, said process of RS-24- Worwood. named after his losing grandmother, the late LaVee Brady Fowles. 1900 Editorial Editor Patsy Stoddard Sharree Jensen Corey Bluemel Publisher Office Manager Circulation Bob Henline Jenni Fasselin Corey Bluemel Designer Staff Writer should be looked at for next year. Commissioner Hatch said that honest evaluations must be taken and kept record of, not only on good performances by employees but also employees whose job performance could use some improvement. projects. Dan Councilman Whiteleather said there is a need for a welder to finish the pavilion at the park. He will be work- ing at the rodeo grounds until the rodeo. The council dismissed for executive session to discuss the bids for the cleaning of the city hall. Upon returning Whiteleather announced that the cleaning contract had been awarded to the low bidder, Linda Turner. Corey Bluemel Display Classified Commerce Holds Membership Drive July and August are the months scheduled for the Membership Drive for the Emery County Chamber of Commerce. All businesses located in Emery and Carbon counties are encouraged to begin their membership. With paid membership they will join dozens of other successful businesses in the area in opportunities for education, sharing experiences, and other assistance in building their businesses. Members may attend monthly member meetings;, where guest speakers bring information on a variety of subjects which impact business in Emery County. Members share experiences and knowledge, add develop new friendships and business contacts. Members may also be invited to serve on the Chambers governing board, to help assist other busi- OFFICE Director Receptionist Subscription Rates: 50 cents per copy; $22 per year delivered by carrier in Carbon and Emery counties; $27 in Utah; $30 out of Utah per year by mail. Office Hours: Monday 8:00 to noon.; Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 190 East Main, Castle Dale, Utah. Classifieds Deadline: Monday at 10:00 a.m. for Tuesdays publication. Fax (435) Telephone: (435) editor ecprogress.com, publisherecprogress.com. issued once a week at Castle Dale, Publication No: (USPS Utah. Periodical postage paid at Castle Dale, Utah. Postmaster: Send change of address to EO. Box 589, Castle Dale, UT 84513. 381-243- 381-543- 0747-212- Come and see us in our Castle Dale Salon Snowball did agree that across the board raises are easier and that maybe that Public Lands Chamber of Continued from PAGE 1 A. that the group is not against law Administration A 1a be done before the fair. Councilman LaMont Gordon reported that the work to the fans at the swimming pool is complete and they are working well. The work has really improved the conditions there. Giles informed the council that only one small pour remains on the sidewalk projects for this season and the roads are nearly ready to reasphalt. The work on the 36 inch drain line is complete and all that remains are a few small repair VOICE OF EMERY COUNTY SINCE Ken Larson raises are terrific as wrell. Commissioner Hatch said he believed they were trying tq solve a problem with mobility and it has evolved into a wage issue and that people out in the trenches are putting forth a lot of effort as w'ell. for County Fair Clean-u- p lrrogiress A and that these individuals havent been recognized for a long time. She mentioned that agree that across the board Pat Snowball, personnel director, asked for commission approval for three step increases for two employees, Kathy Jensen in the sheriffs office and Leslie Bolinder, secretary to the commissioners. The increases were approved. Commissioner Hatch said he felt like the continued request for increases for employees with excellent performance was out of control. He said everybody is doing an excellent job and that maybe an across the board increase for everyone was a better idea and that the whole system needs to be looked at. He said he didnt have any problem Emery (aunty cisco, CA Concession ap- $2,280. county flag wras approved. Sheriff Lamar Guymons claim for cell phone reimbursement for replacement costs in the amount of $244.95 of his cell phone, bat A A these increases based on performance is kind of neat. She said she did not see it as the flood gates being opened and did nesses so as to reduce costs. Clerk Bruce Funk brought the claims and requistions before the commission. Payment to Colonial Flag in the amount of $551.08 for the creation of the Plays one Week All Showtinies Every Day rative snowflakes were proved for decoration at the courthouse during the Christmas season in the amount of listed as commercial busi- A A with giving the requested raises. Snowball said she thought the employees who had been recommended for increases to date by department heads are deserving A Concessions $4.00 A teries, charger and outside antenna and accessories was denied. The commissioners decided they needed to look at the terms of the contract for cell phone reimbursement before a decision could be made on the reimbursement. Ten large, deco- Castle Dale City Discussses Property Lines and ARIE LUNCH Until a railroad spur can be constructed to the site, the bales of waste will be trucked to the landfill for a distance of five miles from the old coal spur to the site of the new landfill. It was also mentioned that the patent for the equipment w'hich makes the large bales of w'aste is held in Utah and the equipment is now being used worldwide. It wras also mentioned the whole landfill operation was listed as being very safe with little to no chance of contamination of ground water. The local emergency planning committee wms also discussed. Capt. Kyle Ekker from the Emery County Sheriffs Office said they have been meeting son is the coordinator of the project and the letter of understanding for services is for an assistant for the program on a 10 month contract. Judy Lang is Deputy Wilsons assistant. The commission discussed fire restrictions at the county owned Bear Creek Campground in Huntington Canyon and it was determined that the county would adopt whatever restrictions were in force on the land adjacent to the countys property Discussion on the water bills on county property in Green River was discussed. It was determined that a letter be written to the Green River City Council requesting the properties not be right reserved by the Emery County Progress. All is property of Emery County Progress. No part herein may be reproduced without All prior written consent. nesses. During the membership drive, all new paid memberships will receive a complimentary ticket to the Lamb Fry for each $100 paid in dues. We encourage all businesses to join the Chamber of Com1 merce in building our local busi1 nesses., said Eric Howres;, chamber president. Please feel free to contact Jackie Ungerman at for more infor- or at email mation, eehamberetv.net. The chamber looks forward to hearing from you, said Ungerman. , ; The Emery County Chamber of Commerce sponsors the lamb fry each year at the Emery County Fair. They are always looking for volunteers to help - Daily CROWN Jenna Jill 7:30 & with this huge event. If you would like to volunteer in any w'ay, call the chamber office. 9:45 Tomb Raider: Cradle of Life luEnl KING K0AL 7:00 & 9:00 Spy Kids Game Over 3-- "V Starts Friday, July 25th KING K0AL 7:30 Bad Boys 2 Natalee i I SUMMER SPECIALS r SENIOR CITIZEN n Any Hair Color Perm-Cut-Sty- le only $25o KING K0AL Nightly J L. Come in to rub off your scratch ticket to see 7:00 35 West Main, Castle Dale e won a DVD player! 381-509- 1 9:30 PRICE THEATRE 637-274- Pirates of the Caribbean $goo OFF ifyou & PG-1- 0 30 East Main. Price All Main Daily 7:00, Fri. & Seats $2.00 Sat. 7:00 3 & 9:00 Daddy Daycare I PG Starts Friday, July 25th ATM NOW AVAILABLE ATJUNG KOALl AdultsTj 2 & Over $6.00, Children Matinee Sat JS kHVAli Citizens.(62 & over SuriT2:00 King Koaf $3.50r.Price Jtieatre$2.00 MOVIES & TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE I Goujratuatfois to two (ltai p' s newest |