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Show 8 The Magna TimesWest Valley News, Thursday, July 8, 1999 w Planting Flowers on Main Street SLCC student represents SLCC at national VICA contest Jordan High School graduate represented Salt Lake A West Community College recently at a national competition. Chad Robinson, of West Jordan, competed July 1 in the architectur- al drafting contest of the Vocational and Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) Skills Olympics. Robinson, who just competed his sophomore year at Salt Lake KavUnn Lance, left, and cousin Shadriann Lance plant red, white and blue flowers around the trees on both sides of Main Street between 9000 and 9100 West getting ready for Magna's Copper Days g Celebration. Youngsters who helped in the project received swim passes to the Kennecott-Magn- a outdoor swim pool. The planting was supervised by the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Department and the Magna community councils. - flower-plantin- SLCC joins in Urban Tree House Project Salt Lake Community Colleges I mma Lou Thayne Community Sen ice Center will pitch in with the construction of an urban tree house situated along the Jordan River Parkway. Its the latest phase of a ar community revitalization project along two acres of open land south in of Jordan the Park Cdendale Poplar Grove area. "These tree house, which communi-t- v organizations and individuals are building, is something we all will sno and thought it was wonderful opportunity to be part of, said Susan Marchant, SLCCs community service director. The tree house will be a large, structure with open, multi-levadjacent boardwalks, lighting and el natural plantings. The tree house is being designed by a local firm who is working with a University of Utah architect student; the original rendering was created by a former U of U student who worked with elementary students design. There also will be a curriculum designed for people who want to teach environmental knowledge to elementary school children. The Urban Tree House Project is Green part of the Space project, which the U of Us Bennion Center launched with several community partners and neighborhood residents. The Green Space project was named by school children and organizers hope to create hands-o- n projects for children to increase their understanding and appreciation of vegetation and animals. We thought this would be a none-yeanniversary service proit but has turned into something ject, much bigger than we ever imagined, ar including a structure and site improvements and friendships between adult and children from all parts of the Salt Lake community," said Irene Fisher, U of Us Bennion Center director. This is a commu- nity project. Were meeting won- derful new friends and are learning so much about their exciting and diverse neighborhoods. More than 500 volunteers are needed to assist with the building of the tree house, which is scheduled Sept. during the afternoons and evenings. Volunteers are needed to 7-- help with construction, provide food, coordinate childrens groups and supply entertainment that reflects the rich ethnic diversity of the neighborhood. To join in or learn more about this project, call SLCCs Emma Lou Thayne Community Service Center at (801) 957-455- 5. Community College, is an architectural technology major. Robinson, who won Utahs contest and bid for the national title in April competed against other state winners in the 35th annual VICA National Leadership and Skills Contest. The top three winners were to be announced July 2. VICA is a national organization serving nearly 250,000 high school and college students and professional members who are enrolled in training programs in technical, skilled and service occupations, including health occupations. The ll and leadership contest are judged by more than 500 representatives of business, industry, labor and education. 68-ski- During the competition, the architectural drafting contestants are given a problem consisting of background information, building requirements and a description of the drawings required. Contestants degree, recently designed a 5,000-squafoot home in South Jordan that received high, passing marks from all building regulatory officials. Thats quite an accomplishment for a college architectural student, said Kevin King, SLCC architectural technology instructor and Robinsons VICA adviser, who accompanied him to Kansas City to compete. He is a very fast draftsman, with a good architectural knowledge. He has great potential in the field. Robinson has previous experience with VICA. In high school, he placed fourth at a state competition. After graduation in 1993 and church mission, serving a two-yehe competed last year, but had computer problems. Even with the technical difficulties, he finished second at state. Other SLCC students are competing against each other and the re then develop an appropriate plan from design notes and instructions within a time limit Judging criteria includes correct solution to the problem, line work, layout and accuracy. SLCC, which has the largest VICA membership in the United States with mere than 6,000 students participating, has won first place in 11 of 23 national contests and placed second or third in the remaining 12 of those national competitions entered in the past five years. Since 1971, SLCC stu- dents have won 180 national medals and two international competitions. Robinson, who decided to ar enroll in SLCC for its convenient locations and reputation for quality education at a reasonable price, has worked at a local architectural firm while attending college. My class work complements my work and vice versa, Robinson said. Ive been fascinated with architecture since middle school and knew this is what I wanted to do. SLCC has provided me with lots of hands-o- n opportu- - a nities. Robinson, who believes he will enter the commercial architecture field after earning his masters clock this week, proving their skills in areas such as 3D imagmg and animation, advertising design, diesel equipment technology, commercial baking, motorcycle service technology, plumbing and welding. For more information about SLCCs VICA programs, call Steve Mansfield at (801) Safeguarding your home while on vacation Record numbers of Americans will travel this summer, leaving a record number of homes unoccupied. AAA Utah says vacation planning should include steps to keep your home safe while you are away. With home burglaries occurring every 13 seconds in the U.S., it makes sense to take precautions to protect your home and valuables, Web PfimiSoo? ff What is web printing?? Web printing is printing presses that print from many rolls of paper. Normally printing both sides of the paper at the same time, generally fast and less expensive. leading from the garage into the home. Set automatic light timers on interior and exterior lights for the evenings. Put a timer on the radio. Outside the home: Arrange to have the lawn mowed. Cancel newspaper and mail deliveries. Do not hide keys under doormats, in planters or in mailboxes. Notifying others: Ask a friend to stop by or f stay in your home. Leave your itinerary with a friend, family or neighbor. Notifying the police of your plans. Most departments will keep an eye on your home. Established nearly 100 years ago, AAA offers a wide array of said Rolayne Fairclough, AAA Spokeswoman. AAA Utah offers the following tips to help safeguard your possessions. Inside the home: Install an adjustable safety bar with an anti-li- ft feature in sliding glass doors. Double-chec- k all door and window locks. Install reinforced, high-securi- strike plates with ty long screws on doors. Install an alarm system. Inform the alarm company you will be out of town and leave them a number where you an be reached. Engrave your driver license number on valuables. Many police departments loan engraving equipment. Greetings on answering machines should not indicate you will be away. Pick up messages while you are gone. Make sure garage doors and windows are locked. Lock doors automotive, worldwide travel, insurance and financial services. AAA Utah serves more than 100,000 members. Magna Parade Highlights -- i See us for small or large newspapers and newsletters, short or long runs welcome!! MagnaMmes Miss Magna Royalty ride atop the Magna Chamber of Commerce float in the July Fourth Parade, Monday. photo by Gary R Blodjittl z Vnllry Mag West News W 8980 West 2700 South Days of 47 family fun day scheduled for July 16th Plan to attend the 5th Annual a Days of 47 Family Fun Day free day of fun for the whole family. This years event will be held on Friday, July 16th from 2:00 -8:00 p.m. at the Wheeler Historic Farm, located at 635 1 So. 900 W. in Murray. Bring your family for a free day of entertainment, games, contests and food, while enjoying the historic surroundings of Wheeler Farm. Visit the entertainment stage, where groups will perform song, dance, and pioneer storytelling throughout the day. Children can compete for prizes at one of the many game booths, or fun-fill- Fax: 250-56magwestSxmission . com 85 ed participate in other activities such d as races, face painting, g contests, and the choosing of the King and Queen. Enjoy free food, including chips, watermelon and drinks, all provided by generous local businesses, or families are invited to bring a picnic lunch. Family Fun Day is sponsored by The Days of 47, which was organized in 1943 as a private, nonprofit corporation to honor those early pioneers and to keep that pioneering spirit alive. For more 9 or visit information, call our website at www.daysof47.com. three-legge- mini-royalt- y. hot-dog- s, 254-205- 'POOR |