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Show Page Eight - The Pyramid - February 19. 2004 MP investigates wind power options, old gym issue remains at standstill by Phvllis Yardley MT. PLEASAN- T- Council members discussed substation expenditures and heard reports from the Power department and the North Sanpete Ambulance Association in a Feb. 10 meeting. Power department Dan Anderson of the Power Department, appeared before council members to give his report and make requests. Approval was given for his request of $8,400 for controls for the sub- station. Anderson then stated that $2,875 was also needed to purchase an asset tracker software program for inventory purposes. Both Anderson and Dixie Brunger discussed how this will save employee time with the inventory process, as well as money in the long term. Anderson then informed council members that wind power is now available but is quite a struggle. There doesnt seem to be wind when power is really needed, although there are projections available a day ahead, as well as an hour ahead. All-in-a- a ll it appears to be frustrating process and was noted the power source is currently located in Wyoming. There have been some major expenses with repairs to the hydro plant, but it was noted no money has been borrowed to make these repairs. It is projected that power plant expenditures will be down appreciably next year. Anderson went on to inform council hismembers that in a tory, the power department has produced more power this year and purchased less, but it has also sold less. Revenue is greater this year than last year, but costs were greater as well. There have been 1,350 automatic metering transmitters installed thus far and hope to buy more turtles in the new fiscal budget. The installation of the underground line in front of Wasatch Academy is now completed. Large projects projected for spring include an underground 10-ye- ar line around the ballpark, more work along the ball field, some meters to change out and lights installed along the road at the south end of town. Mayors report Mayor Christensen mentioned a memo from UAMPS regarding a seminar, and wanted to know if anyone was interested in participating. It was decided that no one from the area would participate at this time. The mayor then reiterated statements regarding the Head Start program from the earlier RDA meeting. Council members voted unanimously to give Head Start two lots located near the Food Bank for their program and it was once again noted that with Head Start and the cosmetology school, more jobs would be created. Mayor Christensen mentioned bills that were in the works this legislative session. Mayor Christensen then went on to talk about the Government Immunity Act and the impact it could have. He also noted that it looks like the bill will be passed. Mayor Christensen spoke of proposed changes to the General Fund. He noted there will be changes in some areas and there will also be changes in the area of expenditures. Old Gym Nothing has been heard regarding the Old Gvm and it was noted steps will be taken to move things along. Financial report It was noted that revenue is about what had been planned and the city was doing well on the revenue forecast. Council update Ann Deuel asked the mayor about dates for the 4th of July celebration. Events for the celebration were discussed and noted that the rodeo will be held July 2 and 3, with the parade, breakfast and fireworks on Saturday, July 3. A golf tournament was discussed as was a tennis tournament and a 3K walk. Ambulance Association Dan Simons reported that he had attended a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Ambulance Association. He noted that between the Prom Time Time to get that TUXEDO from Country Squire Come in and get yours reserved for that special y night. 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Simons then informed council members that the Ambulance Association now has to purchase all ambulance supplies as the hospital is no longer providing them. Sandra Bigler stated that city crews need to be commended for the terrific snow removal job they performed. She also reported that the schools had called wanting to express appreciation to the crew members, noting that snow had been removed from bus stops and routes in a very timely manner, making the transporting of students a much easier and safer job. Chris Larsen wanted Utah Department of Transportation crews to know he liked the way they had trimmed trees along Main Street and commended the work performed. Larsen did state that some business people complained about snow removal along the sidewalks of Main Street, but he and other council members noted it is the business owners responsibility to maintain snow removal in front of their businesses. Larsen then mentioned that the light poles and benches along Main Street and the flag pole in front of city hall all needed to be painted, which was approved. Larsen went on to talk about how coal for heating purposes is becoming almost impossible to obtain and when it can be obtained it is terribly expensive. He had Stallings Heating and Air Conditioning give him a bid on replacing the old coal furnace in the library with a Wasatch receives accreditation BOISE, I- D- Wasatch Academy, Mt. Pleasant, recently received continued accreditation status for the 2003-0- 4 school year by the Northwest Association of Schools and of Colleges and Universities Commission on Schools at its annual meeting held in Portland, OR. Wasatch Academy was first accredited with the association in 1939. The whole school is accreditated, not just one program. It is also not based on comparisons with other shools, but the inherent characteristics of each school. The bid was gas furnace. for $6,900 and council members unanimously agreed to accept the bid and proceed with the replacement. Replacing the furnace in city hall will also have to be addressed in the very near future. Larsen also noted that ice on the front steps and entry of the library is a huge problem and needs to be addressed before someone is injured. build-u- p Miscellaneous During the claims portion of the meeting, a bill for a $54 shovel was denied, until a study can be held as to why one shovel would cost that much. Voice Male to perform benefit concert March 20 MANT- I- Voice Male, one of the most sought-aft- er enter- tainment groups in the mountain west is coming to Manti High School Saturday, March 20 at 7 p.m., for a benefit to raise money for the Manti High School Band. With exciting harmonies, contemporary arrangements, solid vocal percussion and humor, Voice Male is able to please audiences of all ages who enjoy good, clean fun. Their repertoire mixes popular favorites from the 50s to the 90s and includes pop, rock, jazz, country and barbershop music. Voice Males wide range of musical styles coupled with their endearing stage antics make for family entertainment that brings people back to hear them again and again. Voice Male will perforin a benifit concert to rais money for the Manti High School Band. The concert will be on Saturday March 20 at 7:00 p.m. at Manti High School. tory. Voice Male began singing in the fall of 1994. The original nine members were all stu- dents at Utah State University. In the fall of 1996, the group line-u- p n changed to a that continues to perform six-ma- Voice Male has recorded five albums. Their most recent CD Hooked has received wide acclaim and is the fastest selling CD in Voice Male his- - for a good cause. 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