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Show 'Jah Press .ssoc. -- sc. Sait lade City, itar. Jm' V. tfC fatjann Wednesday November 11, 1981 Number 47, Volume 92 Council approves paging system for fire department The Payson City Council okayed the purchase of a pager system for the fire department, approved a grant for the Payson and Theatre, Community decided to purchase a compaction machine for the street department during the regularly scheduled council meeting last Wednesday. The council approved the purchase of equipment to enable the fire department to be paged by the central dispatcher. The d equipment includes three radios and 30 pagers. The cost of the equipment will be high-ban- $10,000. Heart of gold At a recent Utah Association of Wfomen function, His Richard Herbert won a BYU football younger brother, Brennen, couldn't' contain his disappointment. As he was leaving the building, Junior Filiaga, 257 lb. BYU lineman, noticed the tearful youngster and sat down to discover the problem. He talked with him for some time, then took his name and address. A few nights later a knock came on the Gerald Herbert door and they opened it to discover Junior, his wife, and another BYU lineman, Wiyne Faalafua, with a BYU football' for Brennen. The little boy was almost overcome with surprise and delight! His d father's comment, "That guy's heart must be made out of ice cream." equally-surprise- Gladys Murri, Utah County dispatcher, met with the council to explain the new 911 emergency phone number which will go into effect in Utah County on November 19 (see related story on this page). She told the council that in order to dispatch the Payson Fire Department she Tassainer looks forward to challenges Gary Payson Mayor-eleTassainer said Monday he is anxious to get started with his term .of office. "I appreciate the vote of confidence in the election Tuesday," Tassainer told the ct CHRONICLE. "I think 1300 votes is significant to indicate a desire for some changes in the cty government," Tassainer said. He also indicated there was an urgent need to represent all the interests in Payson. "If we can't use some old ideas and some new ideas and come up with a palatable mix we're still in trouble." Tassainer also said he realized he would be relying heavily on Tassainer said. He indicated one the changes he would like to see would be to change the name of the position from administrator to City Manager. Tassainer, and couqcilmen-elec- t Bob Sonju ana1' (Grant Wilson will take office on January 4, 1982. in the interim Tassainer said he would like to task organize a community-wid- e force to study all aspects of Payson City government. "All city functions will be reviewed and suband evaluated, committees will be asked to make written recommendations for goals and objectives for the various facets of city govern of the city council to implement the changes he feels are needed. "I will be forthright in working with the council to make necessary changes immediately." He also said, "I would appreciate cooperation from the existing board in making the transition." Tassainer indicated that one of the first things he would like to see the council do is clarify the role of administrator. "I ran on a platform calling for a strong administrator. would like to see the council enact an ordinance would similar to However, ask for a few minor changes," I 1. I ment. Tassainer said, "With the input from the task force the new governing body will be in a much better position to set goals and objectives when we assume .office in January." The mayor-ele- ct said anyone interested in serving on the task force or one of the should submit his name and area of preference to the city office in care of Ron Crump. Tassainer concluded by saying, "We have so much activity during the campaign. sincerely hope that all those people will continue to be active in city affairs. I the fire phone. She noted that there are only two phone lines to her dispatch and there could be some problems in dispatching the fire department. She also noted that the Payson Fire Department was the only department which did not have a direct dispatching system. She also pointed out that the city had all the necessary dispatching equipment in her office not in use for the Payson police and the ambulance, and that the present fire phone system would be unneeded if the pager system were in use. Mrs. Murri explained how the beepers worked. When a call comes into central dispatch the dispatcher immediately sets off the beepers. Then the dispatcher will give the address of the fire over the paging system. The dispatcher would also be able to1 set off the city fire siren. The pagers can also be contacted by d radios any of the three which will be purchased. Two of the radios will be placed in two department trucks and the other at the fire will be stationed station. Each volunteer fireman would be issued one of the pagers which comes with a battery recharging pack. high-ban- Fire Chief Roger Forsey noted that the equipment would cost about $10,000. He said the department already had budgeted $4,000 for the equipment this year and there would be some savings to the city by eliminating the existing fire phone system. After discussing finances, the council authorized the expenditure of the money that has been budgeted and the establishment of a lease purchase agreement for the balance of the money for the paging system. Jay Thomas, Doris Gasser and of Frost Lynn Payson Community Theatre met with the council to discuss the activities of PCT with them. Mr Thomas presented a financial statement to the council which showed that the PCT production "Marne" had an income of $11,917 and expenditures of $10,687. Mr. Thomas also informed the council that those interested in the theatre were forming a theatre guild. The purpose of the guide will be Community to help the with Theatre volunteer participation and to organization to accept donations for the theatre. Elaine Smith has been elected president of the guild. Thomas asked the council if the city attorney could explore the possibility of the guild attaining a status. Mr. Thomas also asked the council, on behalf of the PCT board, for a grant of $2500. In the past the city has loaned PCT $200 each year and then, on request, has waived a repayment. The council approved the two requests. They also granted PCT the use of the rear part of the gym the city uses for a roller skating rink. PCT will use the area tor building and storing sets and theatrical material. Mayor Hansen presented a proposal to purchase a tamping machine for the street department. The machine, which is used to compact the dirtfollowing excavation for water, sewer and electrical lines, has been under a lease- - purchase agreement for the city during the summer months. Councilman Ray Hiatt asked Phil Lundell to explain the use of the machine and the needs the city had for the tamper. Mr. Lundell explained that the machine could eliminate most of the sinking problems that are being encountered with excavations across city streets. continued on page 2 provide a non-prof- it non-prof- it Utah County will have Two new stores new 911 emergency open theirdoors in down town Payson assistance number Beginning November 19th, residents of Utah County will have an easier time remembering what number to call for emergency assistance. On that date the new 911 system will go into effect throughout the county, with the exception of the Spanish Fork Canyon area. Thistle and Birdseye will go onto the system in February. According to Utah County Sheriff's chief dispatcher, Gladys Murri, the new service will enable emergency fire, ambulance, and police calls to be made much faster. All a person Payson 's official election results The Payson City Council canvassed the votes of the municipal election. A record breaking 2416 ballots were cast in the election for 62.6 of the 3858 registered voters. The following are the official election results for Payson: Curtis Page, J r. Mayor 1040; Gary Tassainer 1354. Council M. Ray Hiatt 883; Donald Lankford 916; Bob Sonju 1377; Grant B. Wilson 1557. j would have to call them on to remember for emergency service is dial 911. She noted that the calls will go to the Orem Police Department where the dispatcher will ask the callers address and the nature of the emergency. The call is then sent to the county dispatchers office which can dispatch the needs proper emergency opened their doors in downtown Payson this week. Steele's Factory Fabrics, a sewing center, and Something to Crow About, a children's clothing store, both held their grand openings. Steele's Factory Fabrics is owned by Cliff and Billie Steele, who also own a similar store in Two new stores m. Heber City. Mrs. Steele explained that her husband Sue Spencer, manager of Steele's Factory Fabrics, measures cloth on opening day. agency immediately. that it is very that important county residents know their address. "Not the mailing address but the street address. We can't dispatch a vehicle to an RFD box number." She noted that residents in rural areas can obtain their street addresses from the country Ms. Murri noted repairs indusrial sewing machines, and through his work has access to fabrics and other material directly from the factories. She said that with her large family of eight she realized how important it is to be able to save money by sewing. Last June the Steele's opened a factory fabric store in Heber City to pass along the factory-diresavings to the people of that area. The store has been successful and the Steele's decided to open one in Payson. Sue Spencer of Payson will be managing the fabric store. Sue, who sews for her six children, has taught classes in sewing and tailoring for the Community School. She will be teaching classes in sewing, tailoring, stretch and sew, and denim as part of the services offered by Steele's Factory Fabrics. The first class to be offered will be on sewing for Christmas. Steele's Factory Fabrics will be offering fabrics, knits, velours and quilted materials at factory discounts. They will also have thread, yarn, quilt bats and craft patterns. Mrs. Steele said, "We are not ct treasurer. Ms. Murri also reported that Mountain Bell will be sending out stickers in the next billing. The stickers have the 911 number on them and a place for the address. "The stickers should be used by everyone; they will be especially useful for babysitters who may not know the address of the house." The dispatcher also emphasized the importance of the new system. "The 911 number is to be used for situations that are true emergencies, when life or property is threatened. It should not be used for complaints to the police departments and making false calls on the system is against the law." Something to Crow About, one of Payson's newest stores, carries a complete line of children's clothing. patch-and-pre- ss fully stocked yet, but we are merchandise each more getting day. Our prices will be competitive with those found in Provo." She also noted that the store will have a relaxed atmosphere. "We even have a play room for the kids so mom can take her time in the store," Mrs. Steele added. In addition to materials and accessories, the store will offer a line of complete sewing machines and a sewing machine repair service. SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT Payson now has a store which specializes in children's clothing, "Something to Crow About". They'll be selling clothing, shoes, and toys for infants, toddlers, and boys and girls up to about 14 years old. The store is located at 5 North Main (between Color Mountain and the Wee Blu Inn). Their grand opening started November 5th. The store will be carrying major national-bran- d merchandise such as Buster Brown shoes, Garan-imal- s, Wrangler, Spencer's, Guidance etc. They toys, Mattel, Kenner, plan on having very competitive prices with stores in Provo or Orem carrying the same merchandise. In fact, on some items they'll be making a guarantee that you won't find it cheaper anywhere else. Dale LeBaron will be the store manager. Polly Flinders, Child j 1 |