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Show The Payson Chronicle, August 25, 1993, Page 2 Interview With Ed Hooser Continued From Page I Interview With Ray Hiatt Continued from Page 1 Question: Why have you chosen to run for city council again? Councilman Hiatt: Although there have been some good things happen during the past years, there are some other projects I would like to help with. I am especooncemed about Paysons water situation, and I believe there are ways I can help cially the city develop more water, make the high-watrunoff situation safer in the southwest of and alleviate some of the controversy that has surrounded irrigaportion town, help tion water demands. My experience in private construction over the years can help Payson save money while accomplishing these projects, and I would like to be able to contribute that experience to the people of Payson as doing my share for the common good. three-and-a-h- alf er Question: Why do you suppose that up to this point the number of candidates signing to seek election has been small? Councilman Hiatt: I believe one thing that has hindered more involvement is the lack of a party system for elections in Payson. Political parties can help motivate people to clarify goals, creating platforms that give both candidates and the voters more definite stands on the issues. Political organizations can also help with the details and costs of campaigning. Right now a candidate in Payson has to spearhead his own campaign and it can become very costly and time consuming. Although there can be problems with political parties, I believe there are more positives than negatives, and I plan to push for adoption of a party system policy and put it before the present city council for a vote. Question: Describe your involvement with work on the Spring Creek water line this spring and summer? Councilman Hiatt: Payson City has been losing a good deal of water from its Spring Creek water right. The lines and ditches were in bad condition, losing a lot of water, so we decided to make that a pet project. The water comes out of Spring Lake and roughly equals the amount of water we can draw from the Big Payson Reservoir each year, some 350 acre feet. We piped a total of 1200 feet of Spring Creeks channel, and we get a credit for that water from Strawberry, which offsets some of the Strawberry water we use at the lower pressurized irrigation reservoir. Pandidatft Hooser I would like to see things kept cleaner in Payson. People and businesses should take pride in their property and help make the town look more prosperous. Id like to be in a position to help emphasize that more. I also notice a need for better traffic control. People need to be more aware of the regulations and there should be a stricter enforcement of existing traffic laws. Some streets need stop signs and clearer crossing markings. It might be a good thing, too, to street again. make Main Street a two-wa- y multi-unit I am concerned about the housing problem in residential areas, and I agree with those residents who do not like to see multi-un- it dwellings built near nice homes. I would like to see the right kind of industry brought into Payson, which would be an industry than means to stay, not some fly by night kind of thing. The town needs more social recreation for kids and older people. Question: What have you noticed about Payson that is most positive? Candidate Hooser: The pressurized irrigation project was a very good thing and a very large project for the town to undertake. The Police Department in Payson is one of the finest Ive observed in a small town. The officers are friendly and considerate, and theyre doing their job well. Its a very dangerous job they have. Theres a big chance taken every time a policeman stops a car. The Volunteer Fire Department is exceptional, too. The way they lake care of their equipment is great, and so is their response time. Main Street is something that attracted us to Payson right away when d The we were looking for a place to settle. tree-line- Question: What qualities do you have that would make you a good city cilman? Candidate Hooser: I have expertise with heavy equipment, shop work, welding, road equipment, and with work crews of various kinds. I think that experience can benefit the operations. city in helping oversee the As stated before, I am also retired and have the time to put into the job. I believe its very important to go to the people and listen to what they want. That public input can help the city meet the real needs of the people. day-to-d- ay Question: Did you donate the use of your equipment and your time on the project? Councilman Hiatt: Yes. z' Question: How much do you figure it saved Payson City? Councilman Hiatt: There is no way to set an exact figure but it saved Payson City a significant amount of money. Question: What are some of the other pressing needs regarding water? Councilman Hiatt: One very big problem has to do with the high-watrunoff channel from Payson Canyon. By the time it reaches the runoff canal just south of the subdivisions in southwest Payson, it has picked up a great deal of gravel. That gravel gets deposited along the canal and builds up to where it could cause severe flooding in high water years. I would like to help alleviate that problem during the next four years. er Payson Golden Onion Days Art And Flower Exhibit September 5 & 6 This years art and flower exhibit will be held at the newly restored PETEET-NEE- T ACAD AMY, located at 10 North Peteetneet Blvd. (600 East) in Payson. The exhibits will be shown from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 5; and from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. on Monday, September 6. ART EXHIBIT ENTRIES: Amateur and professional artists. All mediums. No judging. Pictures must be wired for hanging. Artwork will be recieved on Saturday, September 4 ONLY, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Any questions, call Sarah 465-102- 6. ' FLORAL EXHIBIT: All entries must be grown by exhibitor. No artificial material excepted. Prizes will be given. Entries will be accepted Sunday, September 5 ONLY, from 7 a.m. to 9:30 are. Judging will take place until 1 p.m. If you have any questions, call Jack and Lynette TRANSPORTATION: Transportation from the park to the Peteetneet Academy will be provided by the PAYSON SENIOR CENTER. A shuttle bus will transport anyone desiring to go to the exhibit on Monday, September 6. For the Sunday exhibit, any senior desiring to attend can call ELMER JONES 465-917- 9. coun- The Huish Theatre NowPloylng Snow White at 7pm and 9pm, Adults and Students $300 Children 1 1 and under $2.00 Senior Citizens $2.00 1 Phone 465-245 |