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Show WEEKLY NEWS JOURNAL, REFLEX-DA- VIS NORTH DAVIS LEADER, APRIL 22, 1982 VE Kay Williams: Time, Love al teachers she works with, heres a glimpse of her involve- By TOM Bl'SSELBERG She has been a great picks up three other children and takes them to the bus stop with their own child. asset to our class. She has made flannel board stones and presented them to the chil- fingerplays, rhymes, games ment: LAYTON For most women, just the thought of keeping seven children out of trouble would be more than a e job. But for Kay Williams. it seems she has a combination of time and love that enlarges a mother's role to include dozens of youngsteis in CHILDREN HAVE learned dren. The parents were making aprons for the children at Christmas time. Kay finished the project and made an apron for every child whose parents couldnt come or didnt return an apron. She sewed ten aprons, wrapped 20 of them and brought a pair of scissors and a pencil for each child and got doantions of a pad of paper for each apron. full-tim- the Head Start program housed in the old Hilltop Elem. School in Layton. KAY DONATES hundreds of hours each year to the program set up by the fedral government to provide instruction for from financially disadvantaged homes. Three classes are held in Layton and one in Bountiful ON TOP of that, she wrapped the aprons for presentation by Santa Claus and packaged candy and nuts to go inside a pinata enough for every child to have at least one, a teacher wrote. She's always willing to help, down to taking over the class for several days when one instructor was sick or getting Elementary School each weekday for about 3 'A hours. This week has been declared National Volunteer Week" across the country, and Kay Williams is an example of w hat many are doing to help out in a variety of ways throughout the county. help from her husband, Clarke, who teachers say is very supportive." He drove a teacher to work when her car wouldnt start and with Kay, HER STORY is perhaps best told by some of those she helps. From the notes of sever- - and songs at her kneee and she made a dramatic play box containing a comb, brush, wig, curlers and other equipment giving students a chance to play at being a beautician or barber. For Easter she spent many hours filling eggs for the children to find at the party and, thinking of others, made enough extra in case younger brothers or sisters attended, another teacher recalls. RECALLING the time when Kay assisted the teachers aide when the instructor was ill, one teacher wrote, She arrived each morning wih her arms full of ideas which held about 18 5 year olds spellbound for hours. Kay really didnt need all of those extra materials, the teacher wrote. "All that she needed was a big, warm, loving heart with room for each child in it. Whether it was a book to be read, a toy to be 4-- mended or wounded feeling to be healed, Kay responded to each need. No child ieaves the classroom feeling unloved when Kay volunteers! That was evident when she was asked to have her picture taken for this article, including several children. WITHIN SECONDS, she had a book and was showing the children pictures and retelling the story. They didnt have to be told to ignore the photographer. Marilyn Wilson, health coordinator for Head Start, says that volunteers are a vital part of the program and are asked to volunteer. It gives them exposure to parenting skills and helps the childs image, as well. In addition, federal sources return an hours minimum wage for each volunteer hour. If volunteers don't support a particular center, the government may decide to close it. Thats not the case here, though, thanks to those like Kathy Williams. OTHER STAFF at the facility include teachers Tina and Dorothy Trujillo (not related), Hellen Glover in Layton and LuDean Smith in Bountiful. Ann Benson is the social service coordinator while Kathy Shaw is education and handicapped program coordinator. Aside from her Head Start activities, Kathy is heavily involved in the womens auxiliary of her church, is president of the "Miniatures club, is a professional seamstress, sewing for such area personaltities as Ricky Tanner, and often makes costumes for major drama productions. EVEN WITH people like her, Head Start can always use more volunteers. Whether it be parents, grandparents of students or those just wanting to share their talents with small children, theres room. Mrs. Wilson says men who dont work during the day are especially invited, and can provide support for many of the youngsters who live without fathers. Volunteers can work not only in the classroom but may do quilting at home or tend children for Head Start parents volunteering themselves. m Further information is available by calling the Layton center, 8250288, or Bountiful, 295-052- County Arbor Day will be celebrated in Kaysville April 30 with a special tree planting ceremony sponsored by the Kaysville Civic Association. The project is open to the entire community, all civic clubs and organizations, in addition to families and individuals. ROBERT Anderson, KCA Eight Davis County residents are among 84 Utahns studying in four professional fields in other states this school year through a cooperative interstate program that expands educational opportunities beyond state boundaries and across a region. THE Student Exchange Program of the Western Interstate Commission for High Education (WICHE), the students pay resident tuition at public institud tions or about the one-thir- normal tuition at private GREENER SOUTH WEBER Helping make the entire area place to live Vergs Floral, Verg and ar SOUTH WEBER Last spring. Vergs Flower House at 1590 S. Weber Drive, opened for business. Owned and operated by Verg and Carolyn Glismann, the business is really a four-fol- d operation. First, the Glismanns have several large greenhouses that are used to raise bedding plants and hanging plants. Second, there is a retail plant, garden supply and seed part to the store. Third, is the floral and gift shop featuring a complete line of floral products and services including funeral arrangements and wedding flowers. Fourth, part of Vergs Flower House is a small operation. fast-foo- not only South Weber but a greener, more delightful are the Glissmanns of including Carolyn, left, old Heidi. facturer of Morgro gardening products. FINALLY, Mr. Glismann decided to put the knowledge and experience he had in the nursery business to independent use. In 1975 he built some greenhouses in South Weber. His specialty, bedding plants. Until 1981 the business was wholesale, although, Verg did sell bedding plants to people living in South Weber. Seeds are planted from late December, early January up through May 1. Plants raised are especially suited for this area and this climate. d THE BUILDING was designed by Verg Glismann. It represents dreams and plans that date back to the time he e in an started working Ogden garden and florist store. He was still in high school. part-tim- After completing his education Mr. Glismann continued working at different jobs. All were associated with plants and gardening. He worked for Miller Floral and for four years was sales representative for Wasatch Chemical, the manu- - THE GLISMANNS grow between 1200 and 1500 geraniums each year. This is one specialty that Verg is proud to tell you about. When Verg first started his business he was very much involved in community affairs. He spoke at Relief Society classes, church firesides and other gatherings where material about gardening was presented. But as his business grew Verg had less time for outside appointments. "People want you here (at the business) when they need you. I can help best by attending to . business, explains Verg. The business employs up to 15 people during the peak spring and summer season. THE EFFECTS of weather on the business, and the cost of heating three greenhouses that are totally without insulation, are two major problems Mr. Glismann has. If the weather is stormy in the spring then people wont buy bedding plants. The greenhouses are made of fiberglass. A hanging layer of plastic in a suspended -style helps somewhat with the cost of natural gas heating. Verg has placed his heating units under the greenhouse benches. Heat naturally rises so this is an economy measure. Heat moving up through the growing plants seems to stimulate plant growth. schools. The state of Utah then make a payment to the receiving school on behalf of the student, a WICHE news release says. Davis County participants are: Larry B. Fisher, dentistry, Oregon Health Sciences University, Bountiful; Bruce A. Lee, vet med., Colorado State University, Bountiful. Calvin A. Richards, vet. med., Oregon State Univ., Farming-ton- ; from Kaysville: Gary H. Brough, optometry, Southern Calif. College of Optometry; Gregory E. Hight, podiatry, Ogden to Davis County to buy gas or other commodities just so I will be supporting our local people. Theyre the ones who live here and they are the ones who will help Davis County communities the most, he claims. president, and LaVar Godrey, chairman of the Kaysville City Shade Tree Committee, will spearhead the project. Those wishing to contribute to the project are to contact either Mr. Anderson, or The Mr. Godfrey, tree committee will select and purchase the appropriate trees 544-231- 544-244- with the city ordinance. Each tree will have a plaque inserted into the tree trunk bearing the donors name and year donated. The plaque is small. The committee is in need of 100 to 125 trees. They should range in price from $25 to $50. The downtpwn city in compliance block, parks and ball diamonds are the designated areas for planting. It is possible for several families to pool resources to donate a tree. THE KCA encourages all to participate in this project. Arbor Day will be observed April 30 rather than April 23 as was previously advertised, np Layton Names Member LAYTON - The Layton City Council unanimously voted to appoint Don Crockett to fill a vacancy left on the planning commission when David Pratt was appointed to serve on the city council. -- MR. CROCKETT will serve the remaining one and one-hayear of Mr. Pratts planning commisto a new sion term. He could then be term on the commission. A businessman who is currently involved in real estate, Mr. Crockett has lived most of his life in Layton. He first started into business on his own in 1963 when he operated the Dipper Drive Inn. In 1971 he changed occupations and went to work for Jim Brough Realty in Kaysville. At that time, Brough lf Realty was a development company. construction and sales MR. CROCKETT has been an independent real estate sales person since 1976. He and his wife, Shirlie, are the parents of three children. They have four grandchildren. MAYOR LEWIS G. Shields presented David Pratt with an Exceptional Service Plaque and a letter of thanks for the time he served on the planning commission. This was done Thursday evening at the city council meeting. Mr. Pratt served on the planning commission from July of 1977 until he was appointed to the city council in March of 1982. dmg Letter To Editor Calif. College of Podiatric Medicine; William F. Pilcher. Vet. Med., Colorado State University. Also, from Layton, Dane F. Dansie, optometry, Southern Calif. College of Optometry and from Syracuse, Steven E. Lemmon, vet. med., Colorado State University. ceiling- VERG GLISMANN, through his business experiences, has developed an attitude of support for local businesses. Til drive from LaVar Godfrey, left, and John Thacker are among those preparing for planting of nine trees at Kaysville Junior High School in commemoration of Arbor Day. NEW TREES Students Study In Other States THROUGH ' NINE Deadlines Peters criticizing the Layton City councils decision to let the voters decide on bonding for the city recreation complex proves only one thing: Mrs. Peters has an axe to grind. For Reflex- - THE RECREATION complex issue is a major one and recognizing the importance the city council is acting responsibly by letting the voters decide. The city council is not promoting the complex; rather Journal Leader- Bulletin the members are simply arranging a May issue. Pictures 18 vote on the Apparently Mrs. Peters Thurs. 6:00 Display Ads Friday 12:00 The recent letter of Gwenda ajor Layton Issue - does not trust the citizens in our city to make a wise decision. Its refreshing, however, to see that our city council has that trust. Their decision to place the issue on the ballot is the height of civic responsi bility. WHAT MAKES Mrs. Peters position ironic is that city officials have a copy of her response to a previous recreation survey in which she indicates she wholeheartedly supports the project. Her change of heart leaves me to wonder whether she cares about the project or whether she merely wants to criticize and get her name in the paper. Her other major claim is that the two city surveys showing support for the project is invalid due to the small number of people surveyed. Without getting. technical, a major precept of polling is that a small n of the public may reflect the desires of a much cross-sectio- larger group. Mrs. Peters should be reminded that the two surveys were conducted by two separate organizations and with two totally different samples and audience mixes. In both cases, the public indicated strong support for the complex. ESPECIALLY irritating is Mrs. Peters attack on Ann Harris. As a businesswoman in the city, Ann Harris will face the brunt of the property tax increase to pay off the bonding. Despite this fact, she has kept her own personal opinions out of the Coun-cilwom- council meetings, instead allowing the citizens to vote their own conscience. Instead of criticizing Ann Harris, Mrs. Peters should be applauding her for her sound above-boar- d approach. (Its too bad that Councilman Pratt didnt show the same restraint; regardless of whether he sup- - ports or doesnt support the project, he should be willing to let the public make the decision). THE BUSINESSMEN in our city have differing ideas on the project. Some support the complex and others dont, and there are certainly pros and cons. Such an important issue should be debated free of Mrs. Peters innuendoes and character assassination. 1 applaud the actions of the ciy council and trust the voters will make a rational and thoughtful decision on May 18. Mrs. Peters may not trust the voters, but I do. Hersh Ipaktchian President Layton Chamber of Commerce |