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Show The Magna TimesWest Valley News, Thursday, July 11, 1996 7 Local Public Notice NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AVAILABILITY OF FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT On the proposed improvement of the Interstate 15 Corridor from 10800 South to 500 North through Salt Lake County Project No. The Mayors Corner Too many voting on by GEARLD WRIGHT MAYOR WEST VALLEY CITY Government is an interesting topic of discussion everywhere we go. Some comments are positive, some negative, but far too many mark the square where Dont Know The Utah Department of Transportation herewith advises all interested persons or groups that a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) has been prepared for roadway improvements which are proposed for the Corridor between 10800 south and 500 North in Salt Lake County. The FEIS analyzes four alternatives: 1) d; 2) Trans-porta-ti- Systems Management (TSM); 3) (preferred alternative); and 4) partial build. The Preferred Alternative includes adding one general purpose lane and one lane in each direction, full-bui- ld reconstruction of interchanges, bridge structures, frontage roads, auxiliary lanes, and collector roads. The project will require the relocation of approximately 13 residences and 21 businesses. Noise impacts are expected. The governing officials of Salt Lake County, and the cities of Salt Lake, South Salt Lake, Murray, Midvale, Sandy, South Jordan, and Draper are aware of this project. The FEIS defines the scope of the project, alternatives, any potential for environmental impacts and mitigation measures that might relieve adverse environmental impacts. TH6TEIS is available at the Department of Office, 488 Transportation, East Winchester Street, Murray, of Utah; Utah Department Environmental Transportation, Division, 4501 South 2700 West, Salt Lake City, Utah; Utah Department of Transportation, Region Two Office, 2060 South 2400 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. The FEIS is also available at the following public libraries: Salt and Lake City (Downtown City, Branches), Murray Chapman Salt Lake County (Draper, Sandy, South Jordan, and South Salt Lake Branches). At any time during regular office hours, the FEIS and other pertinent information developed, as well as exists. g in the urban areas. Their concerns are very similar. d of the respondents perceive that the quality of life in Utah is declining. At a time of unprecedented prosperity, concerns are being voiced over the quality of life. Less than one in four residents of Salt Lake County believe that their quality of life has gotten betOne-thir- Our quality of life is influenced on the greatly by government city, state and national levels. A true government depends on the the amount of involvement investors in the city (citizens) offer to make themselves part of the decision-influencin- issues vote self-intere- st process. A recent Dan Jones poll, commissioned by the Utah League of Cities and Towns, showed some interesting facts and information. Here are a few of the highlights: Issues which concern residents of most of the state are population growth, crime, violence and gangs. The trend is felt statewide, not just These are just perceptions but what we believe becomes reality for us. When asked how the State Legislature could help the cities and towns, a large portion (35 percent statewide and 29 percent in Salt Lake County) said they didnt know how the Legislature could best help local governments. This ter. suggests that communications between state and local government and the citizens could be improved. Asked about governmental meet ings they had participated in during the past two years, 69 percent responded that they had attended local government meetings, while only 1 1 percent said they had participated in a statewide meeting. City Council meetings are far better attended by local citizens than any other type of meeting. Only about one in 10 admitted to have participated in a legislative meeting. Interestingly, Salt Lake County residents participate less in government meetings, and rate government effectiveness lower than hap I Dont Know pens statewide. Much of this reasoning may be the perceived talk and debate about light rail and highway problems in the valley. When asked what level of government the respondents feel they have the most influence on governmental decisions, most said the local (city or county) level. The higher the level of government, the less influence they felt. Local governments are where most decisions are made that most benefit the local populace. Your influence is heard and appreciated. Rocky Mountain Care slates yard sale July 19 Rocky Mountain Care West Valley plans a giant yard sale Friday, July 19, at 3375 S. 4150 W. (across from Pioneer Valley Hospital), WVC. 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