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Show 2 BOX THE ELDER Tuesday, February 51 963 NEWS, Brigham City, Utah' County Faces Vital i.eetl: Planning, Zoning genuine if not explosive in the 1962 County commission races was zoning and the practicability of kitting it to work in the countys unincor-poiute- d One of the issues mission to stall plans for further action. Elder Box THEN IN JUNE 1961 THE PLANNING commission was organized with Bunderson again at the helm. A revised ordinance was submitted to the county commission on Dec. 1, 1961, with a recommendation that it be areas. This item, though important, took a backseat to discussion of the half-cesales tax controversy. And perhaps it was considered ligh.My by many because no one pressed the issue, because zoning lacks the appeal wrapped up in accepted after a public hearing. The county commission asked for three amendments to the proposed ordinance which were accomplished early in 1962. And that was the final chapter in this story. There simply wasnt any further action. a tax raise hassle. There is good reason to believe the champions of the sales tax hike are planning another rally for their cause. But the zoning question appears to be gathering dus-t-. It shouldnt BUNDERSON, OBVIOUSLY disappointed, submitted his resignation from the planning commission on Nov. 16, be. 1962. Right now is the time to ressurect an honest appraisal of the need for planning and zoning in Box Elder county. To resurrect means literally that because a zoning say ordinance and a revised ordinance have been dropped in the commissions lap twice since 1958. Each time it was presumed that with possible revisions, the ordinance would be put into effect. This has not been the case. In fact, after hundreds of hours spent in preparation, the proposed ordinance has apparently been cast aside. HERE IS A BRIFF ACCOUNT of Box There may be reasons why the commission has failed to follow through, even to the extent of staging a second public hearing. But these have never been made public. An honest appraisal of Box Elders present circumstancries the need for attention to planning and zoning. Booming growth over the past five years has poignantly brought out the wisdom of guiding expansion in avenues most beneficial to city and county residents. ces Elders zoning story: The county commission in November 1957 organized a seven-ma- n planning commission, Hervin Bunderson of Brigham City being named chairman. The new body was charged with preparing a zoning ordinance as its first duty. After holding meetings every other week with assistance from professional planner I. Dale Despain, the planning group on Oct. 20, 1958, submitted a resolution and map containing recommended zoning. A public hearing was held in January 1959. Some 110 persons attended the session in First District courtroom and critics chiefly aimed their verbal fire at two provisions in the ordinance. , THE COUNTY COMMISSION should set upon a vigorous approach now. Already there are instances of development in the rural areas that could have been better managed or prohibited in their present locations. Left unchecked, this type of development will have adverse effect not only on the unincorporated areas but also on the communities which they surround. REPORT IN THE BOX ELDER NEWS of Jan. 14, quoted Bunderson as calling the hearing the most successful Ive attended in 25 years of experience in public In his estimation, those attending were generally service. in favor of zoning as a principal. A court test in Salt Lake county over whether zoning or planning should be accomplished first, caused the com A 1959 , THE IMPACT, of course, has hit strongest in the citBrigham City has shown how planning can work to benefit the people. Of course the citys planning and zoning hasnt been infallible, there have been mistakes, admittedly so. But master planning and zoning are flexible, subject to change as the needs develop. They are merely guide lines to pave the way for orderly development for today and tomorrow. ies. AND WHAT ABOUT the planning commissions third responsibility under Utah law, that are preparing a subdivision ordinance? Now is the time to act not tomorrow in a patchwork of unwanted development. . . . THE SUSPECTS refused any knowledge of the safe. And after they were placed in jail, Patrolman Herbert discovered from Page One) (Continue ' the bowling alley break-in- . (Continued from Page 1) bowling ball bag containing 62 There had been no apparent was to property of Mr. and packages of cigarettes. effort to pry open the safe. Mrs. Lee Nelson, located imSome $19 in change reported- Melvin Manning, manager of mediately north of the reser- ly was found in the pocket of a the Rocket Bowl, determined voir. Waters inundated the coat worn that none of the safes contents by Towner, Nelson farm and threat- Reservoir Burglary yard . f had been touched since he local establishment day night. ed the closSun- Signs Stolen Wade Ebeling, 1017 Beecher, reported to Brigham City police Feb, 3 the theft of two real estate signs, valued at $25. ened their home. It was reminiscent of a flood which put the Neison place under water a year ago and which prompted the Nelsons to file suit against Brigham City. An MEETING in a special session Friday afternoon, the council agreed to purchase the property for $16,800 and to settle for damges with the Nelsons and the insurance company. Indications were that the otfer would be accepted. Economic Oil Tliloko! Chemical Corporation Five chickens were lost, baled hay and straw was ruined and water caused need of re- pairs to the Nelson tractor. At the height of Thursdays runoff, the city had a half dozen pumps drawing water from the flooded area and spitting it into the reservoir. ElDHt BOX NEWS in weekly newspaper established 1196, published every Tuesday end entered as Second Class Matter at In tha post office Brigham City. Utah, under the act of March I, 1879. Chas. W. Claybaugh, Publishar Subscription rate S3 50 per year, payable In advance; In combination with he Box Elder Journal tpubllshed Thursdays) $6 00 per year; 63 00 for 6 months, single copy, to cents. Member Audit Bureau of Circulation. Utah State Press Association, NatlonaJ Editorial Association and United Press International. AdvertisUtah State Press ing Representative: Asr Salt Lake City, Utah. A NATIONAL EDITORIAL lAc6T,3r .1.1 mu ReprJ i : ' i ' - r . Wasatch Division of Thiokol Chemical Corporation continually receives inquiries on taxes, payroll, employment, and other factors that are of significance to the economy of Box Elder County and NorThe thern Utah. These requests come from students, statisticians, business men, prospective residents, civic leaders, service clubs officials, and many others. , This information, of course, Is willingly provided by Thiokol. And since It Is of such general Interest, we present this public report on the facts and figures of Thidkols operation her In Box Elder. . i , Among the growing savings accounts at Ogden First Federal Savings are1 those such as clubs, church organizations, corporations, credit belonging to organizations fraternal and unions, trusts, groups. Accounts Tailored to Need Because there are 12 ways to own a savings account at Ogden First Federal, these organizations find they can arrange an account suited to their particular need. Higher Earnings with Insured Safety These groups find their funds earn more 4'2, and are insured to $10,000 by a S. Government. of U. the They know, too, it is just as easy to permanent agency them in. withdraw their savings as to put Open Your Account Now Do you belong to an organization with funds for safe keeping? Why not move them to Ogden First Federal. Well gladly handle all the details. Statistics for 1962, most asked for and in round figures, include: GET THESE ADVANTAGES even for those who Total Employment ' 5,800 $3,500,000 $40,000,000 Monthly payroll, nearly Yearly payroll,, more than State and County taxes (estimated more than ' $800,000 Utilities $650,000 Purchases in Utah Tuitions MITCHUM ANTI-PERSPIRAN- at $15,000,000 Utah Schools TOO AT OGDENS OLDEST SAVINGS ASSOCIATION Insured protection. Your savings account insured to $10,000 by Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation, a permanent agency of the U. S. Government. Personalized Accounts. Your choice of 12 ways to own a savings account at Ogden from individual ownership to pension fund or other trust ownership. First Federal Save by Mail. Ogden First Federal is as near as your corner mailbox. We provide free envelopes and pay postage both ways. No Wait for Higher Rate. You are not required to leave your savings at Ogden First Federal for a year to earn Convenient Hours: 9 to 4 Mondays thru Thursdays. Open Fridays until 6 Free Parking in Ogden at 5 Merchants Park and Shop lots. 42. $32,000 T that really A new works! Solves underarm problems lor many who had despaired of effective help. Mitchum Ami-Perspiha- keeps underarms absolutely dry for thousands of grateful users. Positive action coupled with complete gentleness to normal skin and clothing is made possible by new typo of formula devised by a young genius in pharmacy and produced by a trustlaboratory. worthy 90 day supply. $3.00 plus tax. Cenile fluid formula with patented nylon applicator. Remember it for ttops excessive perspiration many users keeps underarms dry. addition to the direct taxes listed above, and many others paid by Thiokol, the property, sales, income, and other taxes levied upon the Thiokol employees who receive and spend the $40, 000,000-plu- s annual payroll in Box Elder County are difficult to estimate. ' In . This , . public report is . . . - r ' presented by your Industrial Neighbor . Current Rate on Insured Savings Compounded 1 CHEMICAL CORPORATION WASATCH DIVISION ERIGHAM CITY, UTAH An equal opportunity employer. ll T f i - . - . i |