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Show it r 3 Thurgoods on ballot Close-u- p 4 challenge 2 Syracuse incumbents SYRACUSE use incumbents Two Syra- will be .eeking to retain their city posts in the Nov. 8 general election. Four challengers fare on the ballot and will be after the same prizes. Mayor Boyd Thurgood, 2178 S. 10th West, will seek reelection, but could face a strong challenge from current Councilman Wayne G. Hall, 1781 W. 27th South. Councilman Incumbent Ben. A. Thurgood, 1697 W. 7th South, is facing chal- lenges from Martin J. Fisher, 1492 Melanie Lane; Ronald Thurgood, 1418 W. 27th South; and Alvin Y. Nance, 1386 W. 27th South. Mayor Thurgood said three of five projects he set for himself when elected four years ago are nearing completion and he would like another term to try to finish the other projects. He said development of a comprehensive master plan has been the biggest challenge to the city. He said elements of the plan are unique to Utah for growth management. With the plan we can try and solve problems even before they hit the city, Mayor Thurgood said. The mayor said he does not see any critical issues in the campaign ahead. He said many of the candidates share similar philosophies. I think the city will have to concentrate on continuing present programs in the he said. future, Storm water, growth, police and fire protection are all areas of continuing concern. If reelected. Mayor Thurgood said he will continue attempts to control growth in the city and continue ongoing city programs. Challenger Wayne G. Hall said he is seeking the mayor post in an effort to further serve the people. He said being mayor expands the opportunities beyond those available as a councilman. Councilman Hall agreed that there is little philosophical difference between he and the mayor. The strongest issue is a growth pattern for future community dehe said. The velopment, comprehensive master plan has helped to accomplish some of these goals. Councilman Hall said he would like to improve com- munications between people living in residential areas and those involved in agricultural production. He said farming should ba preserved as a viable occupation, but should not diminish the citys ability to provide residential services. Councilman Hall, a general contractor, said his past experience as a county planning commission member has provided him with a good background in planning. Councilman Ben A. Thurgood was appointed to the council two years ago. He said this is his first attempt at public office on his own initiative. farmer. Councilman A Thurgood is a member of the county Agricultural and Soil Conservation Committee. I think the two years of experience I have gained since my appointment will help me to continue to serve the city well, he said. In addition to seeing the final comprehensive master plan adopted, Councilman Thurgood said he would like to see the city develop a stronger road program and continue efforts to control storm water run-of- f. I think our city planning should be more careful, the incumbent said. When a person is given a building permit he is entitled to all city services. At present Im not sure we can provide those services without hurting those already here. Although he thinks it may be too late, Councilman Thurgood said he supports efforts to preserve the agriculture industry in the city. He said he would also like to the city continue with projects enacted in recent years. Martin J. Fisher, a distribution manager for a warehousing firm, is a newcomer to city politics. A like the city to allow development as the individuals see fit, but said it must be tempered with the citys ability to provide services. I dont have any specific goals I want to accomplish, he said. "I would just like to serve the citizens and do my part to make the city a good place to live. I think we should have good and proper planning but we should not tie up a Opn 1 Voters 237-210- 0. Thun, ft Sat., frl. . 7 1C -- 'fc Model RR'9 a The first microwave oven with a memory. ' 290-113- 10TH ANNIVERSARY 10-- 9 O m in m TO SPECIAL SALE PRICE q z 6-PIE- Meet CE MICROWAVE COOKING SET If" $ oz; co COUPON HAVE YOUR EARS PIERCED FOR JUST $4.99 (INCLUDES STUDS) AND USE THIS COUPON OFF DAHNKENS LOW PRICE ON FOR 25 ANY FAIR OF EARRINGS IN OUR STORf Women The Bountiful candidates include Councilman Elmer Barlow and Dean S. Stahle, mayoral hopefuls; Phyllis Southwick and Sterling Beesley, both incumbent tnuacll members, and, D?T,a, Bradford and Jay Bingham.- number is MICROWAVE'OVEN Genuine Sapphire or Ruby School, 245 E. 10th South. The event is sponsored by of 773-145- the Deseret News volved for several years and 0 kt, Heart Necklace Bountiful City Council and mayor will be held Thursday at 8 at Millcreek Junior High League 322-034- periods of time, he said. I dont think young people in the city should be forced to leave the city to find a place to live. the Candidates night featuring candidates for the 292-106- 1. person's land for long Thurgood said he does not like to see the city take too strong a stand in telling people what they can do with their land. He said he would the Deseret News welcomes good ideas. In south Davis County, call Pam Wade, In Rose Park, call Joyce In Christiansen, North Davis County, call Wil Grey, Or, A plumber by trade, Thurgood said he has been interested in becoming in- D 10 to 6 Mon. bashful, Ronald Thurgood is the third newcomer to city politics and one of three Thurgoods on the ballot. 560 West 100 North in TRI-Place, Bountiful 2 1 or 290-111- Have an idea for a story? Dont be Close-u- p on-goi- . BOUNTIFUL accepted the chance when urged to run this year. TOUCn mat d League invites Bountiful to meet hopefuls Id like to pursue several things if elected, he said. Most important is developing better communications and involving citizens more in government. Fisher said he favors the master plan being developed and supports well planned community growth. Growth is essential, there if no way around it, Fisher said. However, growth cannot exceed limitations placed by water and other requirements. Like the other candidates, Fisher said he, too, favors maintaining the citys rural environment. Fisher said he would like to see more citizen involvement in mass meetings and a better voter turnout at elections. Alvin Y. Nance is also a newcomer to politics. He is an equipment specialist at Hill Air Force Base. Im interested in good government, he said. Ive sat on the sidelines for a long time and feel it is time I became involved. Nance said he would like to city projects improved. He said he also favors the new master plan and maintaining the rural flavor of the city. "I think the people have voiced their opinions on that issue and they want the rural setting, he said. Nance said there is a need to control growth within the city. He said rapid expansion wTill create problems for the city. Weve had good government in the past and I would like to see that continue, he said. People should be involved and I encourage them to become involved. welcomes story ideas L ty. 00 m 3 K3 O '.3E1 3 fcl f fit 753 So. 1100 West Ni Wor-d- s 1 - wssaeaeK 1 r Phone c? Cross 295-245- 2. . |