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Show Volume 67, Number Brigham City, Utah 84302, Thursday Morning, 51 December 1 9, 1 26 974 PAGES Federal aide explains act County okays budget of $1.8 million 'You owe pay ?or overtime,' BE officials told Box Elder county officials were advised Tuesday that some back overtime pay is due county road an estimated $2,500 workers under the federal Fair Labor Standards act. Reaction ranged from criticism of federal encroachment to a pledge of cooperation. Gerald Bischoff, compliance officer for ths U.S. Department of Labor, in a two-hosession, explained provisions of the act and how it affects county government. of And he answered a multitude questions about overtime pay, exemptions from the act, volunteers, citizen advisory committees, nursing home uniforms, and others. Bischoff who is from Ogden, pointed out that most county workers must be paid for all time worked over 40 hours a week. Elected officials are exempted from this and provision as are administrative professional personnel. And the application to law enforcement officers is on the basis of 240 hours in a period fan average of 6(1 hours a week). The act was extended to county employees (and city and state) on May 1 this year except for the sheriffs department which will come under its terms on Jan. 1, lf y to do anything, Commissioner John Holmgren declared. This statement came before Bischoff dropped the bomb concerning back pay owed to road workers. The federal spokesman said his study of county payroll records led him to estimate that an estimated $2,500 was due the employees for time worked over 40 hours a week since May 1 (when the act went into effect). Since the workers already have received stright time for these hours, the amount is for half-timonly. Rella Olson, chief deputy in the county clerks office, declared that it seemed like an excessive amount, explaining that the men took compensatory time off during the period which would not show on the records. Furthermore, she said if these employees are to be paid retroactive, other county employees should have the same consideration. However, Bischoff said these were the - only ones that could be verified by records, . conceding tnat it was only an estimate and didnt reflect holidays or vacation time that might have been taken. He said it will be up to the county to make an accurate computation of who gets how much. As citizens voice concern A $1,834,864 budget Monday gained formal approval for Box Elder county in 1975 but not before officials heard some expressions of citizen concern. It all came during a public hearing on the proposed expenditures, up from $1,535,612 estimated expenses for the current year which ends Dec. 31. We feel we have a very realistic budget this year. I dont recall when more time has been spent on a budget There is no fat in this one; it will take some effort to live with it but I feel we can do it, in fact, we must do it, Commission Chairman Don Chase stated. It was pointed out that a $13,087 surplus carryover is included in the new budget, a figure which Commissioner Chase said he wished were higher. One item which stimulated remarks from several persons was $22,000 for the new county equestrian park, now under construction on landfill property west of Brigham City. Some $17,000 of this amount is a grant from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. e 1975. And Now This Weve got the OSHSA (Occupational Safety and Health Standards act), the EPA (Environmental Protection agency) and now this. Pretty soon we wont be able budget for this year. At this time in the budget year, (Continued on Page Three) its in prize give-awa- y lucky shoppers shared in prizes given away by Brigham City merchants at the second of three Christmas season drawings last Saturday. is scheduled A third and final this Saturday, Dec. 21, at the same place and time the old city hall at 3 p.m. Chairman Bill Hall says that in all, more than $2,000 in gifts will be given away during the holiday season promotion. Tickets are being given out by participating merchants and winners must be present to claim their prizes, Hall explained. A family can win only once at each Saturday drawing. Thirty-fou- r give-awa- y Another Feature Another yule season feature, free pictures with Santa Claus, is continuing. St. Nick will be back in his headquarters, upstairs in the old city hall, today (Thursday) from 5 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. (the final day). LION BLOOM is pictured with the cake which helped mark his 106th birthday His birthday cake had 106 candles shoppers share Lion Bloom photographers smiled, prompted by and family members, before him a birthday cake, frosted white with colorful decorations. 106 of And on the cake were candles one for every year of the Brigham them City mans life. Even these six years beyond the century businessman conmark, the long-tim- e tinues to enjoy life. Now retired from the salvage yard firm which he established here as a livery stable soon after the turn of the century, he resides at Pioneer Memorial home and enjoys it. In fact the cake was served to fellow residents Sunday after dinner. It was taken to the home for the birthday observance by a son, Harry Bloom, 622 East Frist North, who, with his wife, Delless, smiled while pictures were taken. two-lay- Following are the Christmas drawing winners from last Saturday; Lorin F. Roche, $10 in merchandise from Jay Hansen Jewelry; Clayton Anderson, $50 in merchandise from Blocks; Karen Holmes, $25 in merchandise from Dollar Mart; Sandy Lessart, $10 savings account at Box Elder County bank; Burnett Hopkins, American flag from Joe Lessard, U.S. Army Recruiting station- - Linda Kay, gift wrap from Montgomery Wards. Denis Anglesky, $25 in merchandise from Superior Dairy; Lillian D. Knudson, tune-ufrom Andersens Ford; Dave p Hunsaker, $50 grocery basket from Smiths Food King and a candle from First Federal Savings, Brigham City branch; Gloria Fredrickson, $5 in merchandise from Youth Shop; Aleda Mitchell, $25 in merchandise from The Nut Shell. Loraine Hansen, two tickets to the Roxy and dinner for two at Earls; Donna Webb, (Continued on Page Three) City businessman Keith Bradbury questioned spending tax money for something I dont believe we need. Another local resident, Max Richam, 545 North Third East, agreed, saying weve got to go in an austere direction; if we Brigham Sunday. Final drawing Saturday BC Questions Expense Not In Budget Commissioners quickly pointed out that such overtime compensation is not in the Second Birthday at Home It marked his second birthday at the home. His failing sight wouldnt permit him to see the cake, but he touched it and expressed approval. The elder Mr. Bloom still manages to get around with the help of a cane. And he enjoys singing and Life Savers, eating a roll of them every day. If theres a secret to his longevity, it could be hard work. Born in Omsk, Russia, in late December, 1886, he was 37 when he emigrated to the United States, living for a while in New York. He didnt like the big city and moved to Ogden. Apparently that was too big also and 14 months later he came to Brigham City. Went Into Business Obtaining a bank loan, he went into business at the same location where L. Bloom and Son is found today, finally retiring in 1957. Even after that, however, he continued to walk to the office each day, called the stock market daily, and has always been known by associates as an honest man. He continues to resent the infirmities of age which limit his activities, on one occasion saying it made him feel like a picture on a wall. Despite this, however, his health continues good and so does his sense of humor and his propensity for enjoying life. CBeGiG-io-I the lid is going to blow off. Citing the pressure on people with fixed incomes in this time of inflation, he said it will reach the point where they cant pay dont, their taxes. We should cut spending and lead out in the state," Richan stated. If you had the vote of the people, they would turn this (equestrian park) down, opioned Edward Ward, 625 North Third East. Commissioner John Holmgren said the BOR funds can only be spent on the equestrian park project. There are higher priority places I would spend it on but we have no choice, he explained. Among the 12 persons attending the hearing were other county officials, newsmen and Jack Olson, executive director, Utah Taxpayers association Ha ascertained that the new budget is based on a property tax mill levy of 9.72 mills. Salary Increases Olson then asked about salary increases planned for 1975 and was told the raise for county employees would be $35 a month except for personnel in the courthouse who will receive about that much on an ad- justed pay schedule. A salary boost from $6,600 to $8,760 for (Continued on Page Three) Uiays femdls fee ISkeDaOeDmiy The Box Elder Board of Education has They would be available for loan to the its approval and committed on a three district Bicentennial various schools. He suggested that private donations might be solicited to help pay the districts share of the cost. stamped $10,000 project. The action came at last weeks regular meeting after a presentation by Kay Evans, chairman of the Bicentennial committee (Cache and Logan districts also included). The boards acceptance was based on approval by the other two districts. With each allocating $10,000 and with the Utah Bicentennial commission matching the money, it means the project would run a total cost of $60,000. Specifically, the money would finance sets of learning materials intended to emphasize heritage. Mrs. Evans displayed such a kit which was originated by Jordan School district. Made up of three trunks of materials, it included not only reading matter but also items such as animal skins and other pioneer day implements. Superintendent J.C. Haws said the district would receive six of these kits. In other business, the board said okay to a proposal that a student lounge be established in one of the rooms at Box Elder High school. Principal Carroll Nichols said its the desire of this years senior class to carpet, the room and put bean bag seats in it as a place for students to gather and relax. Will publish earlier The Dec. 22 issue of the Box Elder News will be printed early to accomodate an adjusted holiday schedule. This means that editorial copy must be .recieved no later than 5 pm. today (Thursday) and editorial matter by 10 a.m. Friday. At tabernacle Christmas eve Choir readies yule program Happiness Is the Songs of Christmas titles this years Christmas eve program of the Box Elder Symphonic choir. The public is invited to attend the traditional offering of music in the Box Elder tabernacle Tuesday, Dec. 24, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Under the direction of J. Earl Johnston, to be performed are excerpts from Handels messiah, including the Hallelujah Chorus, plus other familiar songs of the season. Among these will be O Holy Night with Carol Herzog, soloist, and "The Holy City with Johnston yielding the baton to be soloist for this number. Other songs of more recent vintage will Do You Hear Christmas Polka, be What I Hear, and "Its Christmas Once Again." feature of the annual A traditional program is the appearance of Santa Claus, featured in The Night Before Christmas, with Nelda Parsons as narrator. Accompanist for the program is Naone Godfrey. Members of the choir include the following: Carol Herzog, Lola Nielson, Sopranos Joan Kimber, Ella Mae Stoker, Connie Justesen, Joyce Jensen, Sharon Hancey, LaDer.e Plowman, Delores Merrill, Berniece Anderson, Renie Long, Doris Owens, Sandra Smith, Mildred Anderson, Rozell Henrie, and Charleen Dunn. Lettie Tolman, Marie Davis, Altos Rosalie Christensen, Lucille Hansen, Lorene Rasmussen, Wanda Johnson, Nelda Parsons, Afton Rees, Eileen Karen Jaussi, Carolyn Pett, Nedra Nelson, Ruth Hunsaker, Lynn Maddox, Karen Smith, Faye Hirschi, Renie Carolyn Petersen, Elaine Law, Roxanne Tippetts, and Allison Dunn. For-sgre- Bass Wynn N. Jeppsen, Eugene Wright, Clyde H. Armstrong, Don Thompson, Wendell Christensen, Joseph Stoker, Larry Jaussi, Denton Beecher, Paul Petersen, Burnett Smith, David Tolman, James Tippetts, Ernest Van Bibber, Steven Dunn, and Kay Godfrey. Vernon Johnsen, LaMoyne Tenors Frost, Dennis Hunsaker, Ralph Westover, Ronald Law, Ralph Raisor, Lavar Earl, Gary Stacey, and Jerold Luker. Decals expire Passenger cars owners with vehicles bearing license plate decals with the number 12, 1974 are reminded that these expire Dec. 31 and new decals must be purchased at the local state tax commision office, Box Elder County courthouse. choir will present its annual Christmas eve program next Tuesday beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Box Elder tabernacle. This picture was THE BOX ELDER SYMPHONIC taken during a recent performance at the Brighqm City Community center. |