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Show i WEEKLY REFLEX DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL. FEBRUARY 23. 1978 Improvement Association Meets The monthly meeting of the Layton City Improvement As- sociation was held Feb. 14. Association members were asked to think of ideas for a Fourth of July float. Davis High PTSA held its Appreciation Day on Valentines Day, Feb. 14 honoring all those at the school including the studentbody. Valentine corsages were presented to all the school food employees and custodians, received bakery items. Mrs. Verla Raymond, PTSA President (far left) and Ann Marcusen, (far right) vice president, presented the tokens of appreciation. Others involved are, front row seated, Harold Hamblin, Melba Monson, Maria Fikstad, LaRue Casey, Pat Smith and Emma Hinds. Back row, Clarence Higgs, Dennis Bozzilli, Alice Hamblin, Yvonne Kidd, Francis Hutchison, Josephine Wyandt, Effie Camden, Emma Lue Golightly, Eunice Robbins. AFPHEGlATiOn DAY Valentine Day was truly a day of appreciation at Davis High School on Feb. 14. THE PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) staff hung Happy Valentine banners in the halls expressing and showing their appreciation to the schools studentbody, faculty and all those who serve in any capacity at the school. The walls and tables of the school cafeteria were also decorated with Valentines. THEY presented all the school food employees, women custodians with a valentine corsage and the men custodians with a bakery item, the principals office staff, counselors and teachers were treated to a Valentine luncheon in the cafeteria with valentine greetings and the students all received pop-sicle- s. The PTSA staff appreciates the support given them throughout the entire year by all those at the school. This holiday was set aside to pay tribute and show appreciation to all those at the school. PTSA staff members are headed by Mrs. Verla Raymond, president, np 1 Elder Lewis Rhoades, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Winslow Rhoades of Syracuse returned home on Saturday afternoon from a two year LDS mission Mission. in the He was residing in Clearfield at the time of his call and will report in the ward next Sunday, Feb. 26. Texas-Housto- On n Saturday afternoon, upon his arrival home his parents entertained with a family dinner m his honor. Those attending were his judging. Overcrowding At School Still A Real Problem Nepotism Policy Questioned By County Commissioners employed in the sheriffs By ROSELYN KIRX Davis sioners County are Commis- questioning whether a nepotism policy, passed by the county several years ago, should be enforced or abandoned. They asked County Attorney Milton J. Hess to look over the policy to determine its legality. THERE ARE several in county government which currently are in violation of the policy, which specifies that two members of an immediate family cannot be employed within the same department. The matter became an issue during a personnel session when commissioners questioned whether they should grant approval of the hiring of a father and a son, both as deputy sheriffs. departments Four sets of relatives are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Foster Rhoades, Orem; Mr. and Mrs. Leon Jensen and family. Hooper; Mr. and Mrs. Donald Ormsby and family, Springville; Mr. and Mrs. Chris Thurgood, Mr. and Mrs. Blair Larsen, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rhoades and Miss families, Shirley Rhoades, Miss Ann Rhoades and Mike Rhoades, the guest of honor, Elder Rhoades and Miss Cindy Fielding, all of Syracuse. Mr. and Mrs. Phyll A. Hansen spent a few days this past week in Denver. Colo department, in addition to the two members family employed in the County Recorders Office and an additional two in the County Clerks Office. COMMISSIONER Glen Flint questioned first the hiring of the father and son team by the sheriffs office saying, It creates friction among the in the other people courthouse. County Clerk Rodney Walker said that at the present time the sheriffs deputies are hired under the direction of the sheriffs merit commission. After applicants are tested, take a physical and are interviewed, they are placed on a hiring roster. The sheriff has to hire from that roster whether they are relatives or not. He said that relationship is not the criteria for hiring, but the position on the roster is Davis County Sheriff's Office, said it would be discriminatory to refuse to hire two persons with a high merit ranking simply because they were related. Egbert, COMMISSIONER Flint said since the county has a policy, they should stick to it. Presumably the reason for enacting the policy was to make sure that one member m an office didnt cover up for another if an error occurred, he said. Mr. Hess agreed to look over the nepotism policy as enacted to see if it is illegal. If not illegal, the commissioners can make a decision on whether they want to continue the policy, he said. "If it is not a good policy, you ought to rescind it. If it's illegal youll have to rescind it. THE COUNTY nepotism policy is in addition to a Utah State nepotism statute which prohibits an elected official from hiring relatives to work within the department he administers. The county nepotism policy was passed when Horace Rose was county personnel director. Present personnel director, Earl King, advised the county commission to call in the members of the sheriffs merit commission and come to an understanding on the ews Mr. and Mrs. John Law, accompanied by Mrs. Lola Frew, of West Point, and Mrs. May Atkinson of Burley, Ida. spent last week in Las Vegas, Nev. Mrs. Law attended a policy. medical convention while there. A large group of northern Davis County residents returned home on Saturday evening from an eight-datrip on the Caribbean Sea. Those from Syracuse included; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Michalicek, and from West Point were Mr. and Mrs. Hugh R. Twede, Mr. and Mrs. LaMar Sessions, Mr. and Mrs. Lynn A. Criddle, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Montgomery and Mr. and Mrs. Merrtl Hailing from South y Weber. Mr. and Mrs. Dale T. Mountain Green; Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Hailing, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Schofield, all of Clearfield; and Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Glauser, Kaysville. MR. KING said even though the merit commission approved the hiring, that final come should approval through the county commission. According to Mr. Walker all requests to hire should come through the sheriffs office to the personnel director who would then submit the names to the county commissioners for approval. Commissioner Flint emphasized that if the county has a nepotism policy, the commission "should stick to it." Smedley from Brown eyes are an Indicaof a weak will; black eyes, of a weak defense. tion -- the deciding factor. Lt. Dean Brainbridge Mainsheet MR. WALKER questioned whether the county might not be leaving themselves open to a problem with discrimination if they fail to hire a person who is qualified. He pointed out that the county affirmative action policy forbids discrimination on the basis of sex, race or national origin. Parents and teachers from Burton and Kaysville Elementary Schools in Kaysville did not get a commitment from Davis County School Board about how overcrowding conditions in those schools will be handled next fall. That situation will be alleviated by the fall of 1979 when the Samuel Morgan School opens in the fall of 1979. SUPERINTENDENT Ber-neWrigley did say that the district does not plan any split sessions at the Kaysville school. Teachers and parents said that rumors about split sessions, busing and temporary classrooms were rampant and questioned whether the school board would make a decision soon. They were told that final decisions on the placement of school students for the 1978-7year would be made on the last board meeting before the conclusion of school. Students receive their assignment for the following year on the last day of school. Superintendent Wrigley said that waiting until late in the spring allows the district to study enrollments and new subdivisions, ll the best placement of children. LUCILE Reading, school board president, said that contrary to rumors, there has been no discussion of split sessions at either school. One argued spokesman that studies show low productivity when children are slotted Into late afternoon classes when a split session is required. Parents from the Mutton Hollow sponsor on March 25. There will be a variety of prizes for many categories of kites. Concessions will be sold during the contest. The Kiwanis will also hold a garage sale to raise money for the Heritage Museum. THE Layton High School Honor Society has raised $500 in pledges for the Heritage Museum. The high school hopes to Involve the two junior highs m raising funds for the museum. All Layton residents were urged to attend the Layton High School Musical. This year, the school will present "The King and I." The show will be seen three nights, March 9, 10 and 11. merce is sponsoring this By ROSELYN KIRK in contest the Kiwanis will show to be held in April. All auto dealers in the area will be invited to participate. The Layton Chamber of Com- And Parents resulting Club, described the kite flying PLANS are under way for a recreational vehicle and auto Says Teachers, TV By VIRGINIA S. BENNETT WAYNE Bone was assigned the job of investigating the use of CB radios to patrol areas of Layton where vandalism and other problems frequently occur. Community organizations were urged to keep scrapbook records of their projects. These activities will later be into a Utah compiled Progress Book to be submitted to the State of Utah for WAYNE the BONE, President of the Kiwanis area requested that their children not be transferred to another school prior to the opening of the Samuel Morgan School, specifically to show. One of the most exciting organizations in Layton is the Civic Arts Association. They are sponsoring a childrens entertainment group made up of 35 to 50 children whose ages 6 and 12. The group will be called, "Kids, Kids, Kids. The children will practice once a week. are between AUDITIONS for a director and a piano player will be held March 2, in the Layton High Little Theater from 7 to 9 p.m. The director will be responsible for teaching the children music and stage presence. The director will receive $150 per month. The piano player will receive $50 per month. If the director can direct and play, he or she will receive $200 per month. Children who want to join this group will audition Thursday March 23 and 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Layton High School Little Theater. Each child selected will sign an agreement to attend rehearsals and performances and to live up to the rules of the performing group. THE FIRST Layton Civic Arts concert will be held April 8 in the Layton High School Auditorium. The performing group will be the BYU Young Ambassadors. This group has traveled throughout Europe and South America. They have received tremendous response wherever they have performed. The Layton City Improvement Association would like to remind Layton residents of the Layton Logo contest. The new logo must be a change from the present one. lt must be drawn on a 8(4 by 11 4 sheet of paper and in color. More than one entry Guest Speaker The Bountiful Art League in connection with the Bountiful Art Center will hold a luncheon on Friday, March 3at 12: 30, at the Center, Davis-Universi- ty 197 E. Bountiful. 500 of Utah South, in invites all members to attend and bring a friend. Others interested in Mr. Snows lecture and exhibit are also cordially invited to attend. Reservations can be made by calling the Bountiful Art Center at by Wednes0 SPECIAL guest speaker will be V. Douglas Snow, professor of art at the University of Utah. Professor Snow is well known for his large murals in the Salt Lake Public Library and the foyer of the Pioneer Memorial day, March 1. Theatre. Mr. Snow has been invited to speak to the League in anticipation of an exhibit of his work at the Bountiful Art Center, opening on March 19 and the Davis County Libraries in Bountiful and Clearfield, beginning March 20. Some of his work will be on display during the luncheon on March 1 MITZI Hancuff, chairperson of the Bountiful Art League, can be submitted. Entries should be turned in to the Layton City Offices, 437 Wasatch Drive or to Mayor Shields, Joe Antista, Mrs. Robert Graff of Lucille Stock. The contest prize is $100. Deadline is March 31. dmg Layton schools. BUSING PLANS would not be resolved until the end of the year. Superintendent Wrigley said. But he pointed out that it has often been necessary to transfer children back and forth from outside the boundaries of the community until growth requires the construction of a school in the area. Parents argued that, since the children m Mutton Hollow had been moved once, they not be moved again. The board made no commitment, but told parents the decision would be made late in May. Superintendent Wrigley said the Samuel Morgan School, when opened, will commodate students in dergarten through The neirf generation microwave oven that cooks meats to perfection! ac- kin- fifth grade, just like other schools in the Kaysville and Farmington areas. SUPERINTENDENT of Steam Cleaning in Davis County Pioneer STEAM CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Deep Clean Extraction e Gentle No Brush or Scrubbing e Stays Clean Longer e Economical Wrigley did not guarantee parents and teachers that there would not be busing for students. We try to avoid busing, but have had to do quite a bit of it." The board did not discuss (he matter of using portable classrooms at the Burton School, but that appears not to be the plan since two weeks ago. when they approved the purchase of nine portable classrooms for four schools, the Burton school was not named as one to receive a portable unit The Morgan School will be a 21 room facility, the board said earlier. e Most Advanced Method for Water Stains 100 & Smoke Damage Safe on All Carpets Waaatcb The Amana Touchmatic II Radarange MICROWAVE OVEN with Automatic Temperature Control System Gkliaucrj swoop Free Estimates iSo Obligation Fast & Clean 292-412- 1 P.O. Box 342, Bountiful 766-044- 2 (after 4 p.m.) 1981 No. Main, Layton 825-611- 4 |