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Show WEEKLY REFLEX DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL JULY 3, 1980 By TOM BUSSELBERG placement of a vehicle. SUNSET I THLNK this has been one of our basic budgets. Its not With less than five hours to spare to keep it legal, the Sunset City Council Monday night approved the 1980-8- 1 fiscal budget that went into effect Tuesday. BY LAW, cities must enact their budgets before the July 1 deadline although some cities have been known to obtain final approval a few days past the deadline. The $832,974 budget compared with $724,806 for the previous year. The budget included an 11 percent raise for city em- ployees and a hefty increase in the water and sewer budget, covered primarily by an in rates charged residents. There was no tax increase, however. up-pa- IT INCLUDES $92,450 for administration; $27,780 for the curcuit court; $157,400 for police; $31,674 for fire; $9,720 for storm sewer; $50,3000 for streets; $18,000 class B and C roads; $16,000 collector roads; $18,050 parks; $14,300 recreation; $15,500 debt service and$383,OOOwaterandsewer. The fire department budget is nearly double the previous budget with most of that for training and possible hiring of e more men while the police departments $40,000-plu- s increase will include re Norm Sant. Its based on projected sales tax. It includes one of the best salary WINNING ENTRY Pictures are through the courtesy of David Whitesides :In 1946, the Layton Jr. Chamber of Commerce orgae 4th of July nized a celebration. The community was small and many residents felt the endeavor would not succeed. city-wid- ACCORDING to David decided to sponsor a contest. Ken Halls was the contest chairman. The prize was $5. Most suggestions reflected a west- ern theme chuckwagon days, roundup days, etc. The winning entry, Riata Days, was submitted by a Whitesides, a member of the Jaycees in 1946 and a man who has worked with the activities irj Layton for 20 years, the challenge to do what people said couldn't be done was the motivating force that drove the Jaycees to make the program succeed. :Ron Wiscombe was the first 4th of July chairman. The first year the Jaycees wanted to hold an amateur rodeo. They purchased their own rodeo animals and then sold the stock after the rodeo. Layton resident who wanted to remain anonymous. This re- BY 1948, the celebration had grow n so large that the Jaycees of accomplishment CLEARFIELD Clearfield residents will see no increase in their water, sewer and garbage rates not for now. at least THE CITY council has opted to retain the present fees, one of few area communities not levying an increase. That means it will still cost $12 for all utilities as a base fee. per month. Water is $5.20. sewer $4; and garbage $2.80. Water cois 25 cents over the base for anything over 10.000 gallons. Qity Finance Director Rod Datenport said expenses are projected at $847,553 while re- venue should range from Well $8Q5.000-$820.00- probably be using in retained $30,000-S4Gt00- 0 earnings from the utility fund. It's been e years since we raised them (utility fees)." twd-thre- iTHE COUNCIL felt we have the retained earnings to offset additional costs, he said, noting that sewer rates will have to sustain the costs. Cost increases have included necessity of buying additional water from Weber Bakin Water Conservancy District at about a 12 percent quest has been respected through the years. The prize money was returned to the Riata Days committee to be used to improve the celebration. for the challenge without it he is totally unprepared. David Whitesides was the general chairman for the 1948 celebration. Members of the committee were Ken Brails-forLaMar Day, Dick Shea, Bob Whitman, Dean Morgan, Don Shurtz, Leland Thorup and A1 Days founders, Riata Days in Layton has become as essential and natural a part of Laytons progress as has the Riata itself in the centuries of progress it has so intimately witnessed. dmg in- creases long overdue. "We talked about a truck (for the fire department) but thats not being furnished. A new hose is being purchased for the department, however. The hopes to generate additional sales tax through the recently completed Common- wealth Square Shopping Center. ONLY TWO residents attended the public hearing. Questioning the citys recrea- tion program, for which $14,300 was budgeted, was Delton Stanger. "Im saying we should have a more austere recreation program, he said, adding that it shouldnt receive city subsidy. "I would recommend you try to get more (money) from private citizens. I hate to see my taxes go. But City Recorder George Dickson said $6,314 is designated for the program under state law while fees paid by participants add another $6,000, meaning the program is almost paid for without sub- part-tim- The 1948 Riata Days winning entry, raising the flag on Iwo Jima, sponsored by the Naval Supply Depot said Mayor extravagant, sidy. I THINK weve NEW CAR RENTAL CLEARFIELD What do you do when your car breaks down and it is has to be in the shop for several days? THAT MAY spell a lot of inconvenience unless you turn to Pacific Auto, Inc., 250 N. Pacific in Clearfield (south of the 300 North overpass). The new car lot, owned by Donal Town- - got the due to a funding crunch, tne considcounty said it couldnt er that until later. The countys budget operates on a calendar the county year basis, meaning could pick up the tab Jan. 1 , at the earliest. best program in the area, said Councilman Doyle Ned Shelley. Basketball involves a couple hundred kids each winter and our basketball program is not subsidized by businesses like in Clearfield but our program is bigger." Mayor Sant said, The big thing (cost) is uniforms. Most cities subsidize football and THE ONLY thing I disagree with (on the budget) is he said Monthe narcotics, think the I dont day night. county will pick it up as long as were donating. Its this deal of beputting the buck where it longs." He urged using Sunsets share to train a local police officer. But Chief Daryl ConYou cant ger disagreed. work with the sellers and the pushers when youre (officer is) known. They (Sunset officers) have had a lot of schooling and can handle local problems such as possession and marijuana smoking. The best would be a state drug program (on large scale). There is a state program (limited one now) and if we call he they come if they can, said, noting state personnel could be moved around the state as needed with less problem of officers being known. basketball programs. You have to look at what the kids are doing. We dont live on farms anymore. YOU CANT get on Social Security (a card) until youre 16. For the most part Sunset has always had one of the better recreational programs. Its up from inflation (cost. Resident Ike Dallinga thanked the council for their efforts. They did a good job, he said. ALTHOUGH the budget received approval by a three-on- e margin, Councilman Clayton Peterson was opposed because of city support for the county narcotics control program. The city is paying about $6,500 into the program, where each city and the unincorporated area is assessed about $1 a person. Operated under the Davis County Sheriffs office, original plans had the county footing the entire bill when the program started last year but MR. PETERSON said in an earlier council meeting last week, Id like to see it Im not for to the down it sending (money) stay here. sheriff. If you need a loaner while your car is being repaired or are in the market for a good used car, Pacific Auto in Clearfield may have the answer. ley, provides used cars at $7.50 a day and up or $45 a week. Rates charged can be lower because of a secondary location allowing lower overhead, Mr. Townley said. In addition, insurance utilized is that of the person renting the car. Pacific Auto does not add its own in- surance making for double Hes Thompson, mechanic. an excellent mechanic and keeps them in top shape, puts in new motors," Mr. Townley said. THOSE USING the service must be 21 years of age or older, he said, with further information available by calling or coverage. WE HAVE a definite need for a reasonably priced used auto. Whenever a car is down you can rent a car for $7.50 a day, he said, about half the price of others. In addition, used cars for purchase are also available with all cars checked by Steve 4 825-067- Jacobson and Dick Whitesides as secretary. RIATA DAYS started on July 2 and continued through July 5. Activities included a typical chuckwagon breakfast, merchants better bargain days, roaming western musi-cana parade, a rodeo and fireworks. The parade was held both Friday and Saturday evenings. The route was from the administration building in Verde-lan- d Park (the site of the present day Layton city hall), west on Gentile to Flint St. and the Layton Elementary School grounds. The first grand marshall was Leo H. Layton. Naval Supply Depot personnel with a float depicting the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima was the winning parade entry. In 1948, the rodeo activities included saddle bronc riding; bareback riding on wild mules, s, ACCORDING to the 1948 Riata is souvenir program, the Spanish name for our American lasso or our typical- ly western lariat. Just as his el reata was the natives means of accomplshing his goal so is today the Riata the primary tool for the westerner. With it, he is ready fee hike. The future holds in- creased costs. So far we're okay because of retained earnings. I don't know how long we can last." he said, tb Football In If Sunset in the 150 lbs. weight category and interested in playing football, Sunset city officials would like to know about it. youre THEY NEED to get a count of potential players before purchasing uniforms in conjunction with the Wasatch Front Football League, the group operating the team. information including age, weight, height and phone number should be given. Those in4 terested may call or 825-095- 773-702- tb W e Do During the campaign we call for men of vision; afterward we call them visionaries. Evening News, Buffalo calf roping, sheriffs posse drill, Flint stables exhibition, Brama heifer bareback riding and ribbon roping. A $235 purse with entry fees added was paid off after each show. THE SATURDAY of Riata Days featured special contests for children under 16 years of age. Individual prizes were awarded for bicycle races, horseshoes and hopscotch. Team prizes were given in the foot races, soccer and broom ball. Virginia Page of West Point was the first Riata Days queen. Her attendants were Barbara r, Simmons and Mary Alice Adams. The queen was awarded a complete western riding outfit. Cash prizes were given to the attendants. SUNDAY, SPECIAL religious services with an Independence Day theme were held on the Layton School grounds. Monday, the final day, featured a baseball game and an exhibition of horseshoe pitching. People who have lived in Layton from 1948 until today, will agree with the statement of intent written by the Riata SECOND NATIONAL BANK LAYTO- N- The staff is the same, the hours are the same, the telephone number is the same but the 2nd National Bank of Layton is no longer in the same location. AS OF Monday, June 16, the 2nd National Bank is now lo cated in a mobile unit at 630 Ring Road, Layton Hills Mall. This is just west of Safeways and Ernst Home Center and north of Castletons. The mobile unit will house the 2nd National Bank until a new building on the Ring Road site can be completed. This Layton s Second National Bank has made a move to temporary quarters adjoining the Ernst Home Center. It should move into permanent facilities shortly. But while the facilities will be new the faces and service are the same, quality service. Staffers include back, Ralph W. Firth, left, chairman of the board; Esther Stump, John Morgan, Dorothy Weathers and E. Harris Adams; front, June Baxter, Julie Flint, Kim Reopelle, Julie Morgan, Kathy Gardner and Carol Wilson. building will start very soon and the completion date will be about 120 days from now. BANK PERSONNEL feel the move to the Layton Hills Mall will help the bank better serve the community. The 1st National Bank will service the south end of Layton and the 2nd National Bank will be for people living, working or shopping in the north end of Layton. Customers and friends of the bank are invited to attend an open house on Friday, June 27 all day. A grand opening will con-vie- nt be held as soon as the new building is completed. The fort Lane office of the 2nd National Bank is now closed, dmg True Stupid Steve says: Minds are like parachutes; they wont work unless they're open." |