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Show OCTOBER 5, 1983 Tu Politicians had claimed it would reduce home property taxes. It has been called a cruel hoax because it would not significantly reduce residential By TOM BISSELBERG North County Editor - LAYTON It might be cheaper to sell that vacant land you w ere thinking of farming and buy that California Green Giant, thanks to the new property tax levies. TH ATS THE firm opinion of Sen. Jack Bangerter, who said it might be cheaper for an elderly couple, say to buy produce rather than try to grow it on their vacant land. Hes speaking of the tax increases affecting hundreds of Davis County landowners, who have pieces they may only use for gardening, to the business commun0 ity, where increases from percent are being noted in recently-receive- d tax notices. Joining the senator in an outcry against the initial impact of Proposition One, passed by voters nearly a year ago, are Hersh Ipaktchian, Layton area businessman and chamber of commerce leader and Jack Olson, executive secretary for the Utah Taxpayers Assoc. CALLING IT a rigged affair Mr. Ipaktchian some local was quick to blame politicians-indudi- ng or Dav is County Legislators-fendorsing Proposition One, that was enacted as a constitutional amendment in concert with a companion bill doing away with 20 percent rollbacks in 1981, increasing assessments by which taxes are figured by to 25 percent, impacting everybody, as County Assessor Willard Gardner noted Previously residents were assessed at 15 percent of value and business at 20 percent w hile vacant land roomed up to 64 percent and business by 27 percent, translating to correspondingly higher tax notices. acres MANY HOMEOWNERS kept that spare as a possible hedge against inflation, he said, but now they're assessed up to their necks. And a meeting with the board of equalization is probably a fruitless effort, he added, unless theres a foulup. Its mannot much dated by the state tax commission-ther- es you can do, unless theres an error. Serious farmers, generally, arent affected by the change to such a degree because theyre covered by the green belt, Mr. Gardner hastened to add, but all in all, its a hard situation, what with the economy down and taxes up,, he said further. EVEN THE MOST optomistic supporters of Proposition One are now forced to admit that the Mr. Olson said, noting measure was as high as 50 of increases tax received hes reports 20 on homes. much as and as more or percent percent te 25-4- . anti-busine- ss property taxes. HUNDREDS of responses to a UTA poll have come from throughout the state with an average 25 percent Davis increase, Mr. Olson said. I dont think you can repeal this, he said of the proposition. Any attempt to repeal would have a shift in the opposite direction. That would have a 0 percent increase on homeowners. Politically, realistically, the harms been done. Mr. Bangerter pointed at having to change the Constitution-repe- al indicating he didnt think anything had yet been im- plemented prior to the budget legislative session coming up, possibly because "the impact is just now being felt. Were suddenly taxing more than we should, he continued, noting he felt a tremendous amount of money could be coming into county coffers that the state officials arent even realizing will materialize. He added that "people cant even afford to live in e their own homes, let alone have acre parcels if the total impact--ye- t to be known--i- s as great as for his business. And of that personal impact Sen. Bangerter added, Im floored. PRICES WILL HAVE to be raised by many resbusinesses, Mr. Ipaktchian said, indicating his to two for trying them raised years, taurants haven't hold off along with other businesses due to the one-thre- proor economy. ON TUESDAY, a special job search workshop was con- In keeping with the nationwide observance of Employ the Handicapped Week Oct. the Davis County Job Service office in Clearfield has several programs planned to create public awareness of the problems the handicapped individual faces in competing for jobs. The Job Service also is stressing during the week the advantages that come through 7, hiring the handicapped worker. ducted by Clyde Chatland, a staff member at the Job Service. The purpose of this session which was attended by nearly 20 individuals is to help g a person learn skills. Mr. Chatland covered important topics such as interviewing skills, applying for a job. finding job leads and preparing for success on the job. job-gettin- This special job search workshop is an prog NARFE To Meet The regular monthly meeting of the Layton Chapter 0829 of NARFE (National Association of Retired Federal Employees) is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 1:15 p.m. in the Layton City Hall. Please note there is a change in the date because of the holiday on Monday, Oct. 10. GUEST Speaker will be a representative from Mountain Bell. All members and others interested are encouraged to attend. There will be time for questions. Country Fair Friday great evening of fun and activity is being planned for Friday. Oct. 7 at the Syracuse 6th Ward at 6:30 p.m. The chapel is located at 2500 S. Bluff Road, Syracuse. THIS AFFAIR promises to be one of the greatest country fairs ever. There will be a good selection of just about everything from goodies to eat, food storage, arts and crafts, quilts, an auction and much more. The public is invited to attend. A The Davis County SLAM (Social - The FARMINGTON Davis County Housing Authoritys several construction projects are all moving along, including the 16 family rental units on Bountifuls Center Street that should see completion late this month. BUT A LOT of what that agency does is behind-the-scene- en known only to a those in need of assistance, whether its to repair a leaky roof or to just find a place to live. few-oft- Hundreds of families THE MAJORITY of those receiving assistance are earning in the neighborhood, although income levels are based on family size. In addition, a dozen to 15 homeowners receive assistance in making some needed repairs of a significant nature although its no longer possible to repair houses ready to collapse, she emphasizes, due to severe cutbacks in funding. The loans are repaid to where less than one percent have been delinquent she notes. re- ceive rental assistance where inthey pay 30 percent of their come to rent and utilities while the rest is subsidized, allowing s families making only of median income to find four-fifth- adequate housing, explains THE AGENCYS looking to a $ $ 1 5 million bond sale that would enable building apartment units in Kaysville, Clearfield, Layton and Bountiful, helping alleviate the near zero vacancy rate. 1 0-- ram offered by Job Service on a regular basis to any individual who is unemployed or who wants to change employment. OTHER SERVICES offered by Job Service to the handicapped include referring the person to a job opening and giving assistance through counseling and job development. Job Service workers make it a regular practice to call potential employers and inform them of handicapped people who need work and are qualified. According to Perry Jordan of the Job Service a handicapped person is anyone with verying degrees of physical or mental incapacity or any condition making it more difficult to obtain employment. About 3.8 percent of the people coded into the computer system at the Job Service Clearfield office are considered hand- icapped. MR. JORDAN says there is a great number of handicapped people that have not applied for work through and so they are unidentified. Being handicapped is not an abnormal situation. Mr. Jordan states all people suffer from some handicaps that hamper their total performance on the job. It might be a feeling of inferiority or an eye sight problem or the handicap-migbe so serious that normal ht skills must be performed in a THE GUEST speaker will be Duane Johnson, MSW, who is the therapist at the Family Support Center in Ogden. The public is invited to attend. A special invitation has been sent to all PTA presidents in the county. different way, compensating for physical or mental disabilities. HIRING THE handicapped has been proven successful. Mr. Jordan says many employers report the handicapped worker often recognizes he has difficulties and works hard to prove himself. A handicapped worker is usually extra reliable, dependable and loyal to the company. They tend to appreciate the job more than the average worker. A handicapped person has had to learn to perform skills using unusual methods and so often they are more versitile in their skills. r BRANDY MARIE GARCIA aim to provide safe, sanitary housing opportunities for moderate and low income families. THE COUNTY housing au- thority has been around for more than a decade, and over the years has overseen a major facelift to what is now Rosewood Villa apartments with adjoining family units in northeast Layton, construction of an elderly housing complex in Bountiful that has a companion facility now under construction and other apartments now known as Thornwood under way on Bountifuls south Orchard Drive. Shes expecting to apply for , more such construction possibilities that would be built under housing authority management and ownership due to "market necessity while the massive bond sale, while under housing authority auspices, would mean private construction and ownership. SALT LAKE County conducted a similar bond sale about ai year ago and Salt Lake City and Ogden are also investigating like moves-a- ll aimed at stimulating what Ms. Davis emphasizes is needed housing that formerly was built without such incentives by private industry during brighter economic times. The authority has an experienced staff, many obtaining additional expertise through education and seminars. Ms. Davis, in addition, is currently serving as regional senior vice president of the National Assoc, of Housing and Redevelopment officials, providing and receiving input about legislative issues and new housing ideas. handicapped people every possible opportunity for employment. THERE IS a higher percentage of handicapped people referred to possible jobs than are referred from the general pool of applicants. Four times as ar birthdays, including Justin Davis Hillier, son of Robert L. and Laurie W. Hillier of 2135 W. 10570 N. in Layton, whose birthday is Thursday,; Jedediah Parry, son of Darren and Michele Parry of 1084 S. 1000 E. in Clearfield, who celebrated Sunday; Kyle Keller, son of Ronald Kim and Cindy Keller of 953 N. 1000 W. in Clinton, Aug. 7 and Brmdy Marie Garcia, daughter of Mario and Cindy Garcia of 165 S. 350 E. in Clearfield, Sept. 9. Happy Birthday Alcohol Hurts Everybody By TOM BUSSELBERG North County Editor CENTERVILLE -- - After seeing the affects of alcohol and drug use on young people, former County Com. Ernest Eberhard is far from silent on the issue. AND AS A member of the Chemical People drug and alcohol prevention task force, he has every right to speak out about what he sees as the most acute problem that affects not only those using it but millions around them, including the unborn. From a filing cabinet filled with material on a myriad of subject areas that hes used for speeches to his five books, Mr. Eberhard quickly pulls virtually reams of material outlining concerns shared by many experts from the health field to govern- - idle many handicapped people going by percentages as regular applicants are given job development contacts and training possibilities. Twice as many handicapped applicants are given special job counseling. The staff at the Clearfield Job Service encourages any employer interested in hiring a handicapped person to contact their office for more information about the program. Handicapped people wanting employment should make application with Job Service. Marilyn Jensen Returns Home JODY STARK In the picture, are twin brothers and sister, Cody and Jody Stark, son and daughter of Wayne E. and Linda Stark of 1675 E. 7650 S., in South Weber, pictured with their cousin, Kevin Hair, son of Brian K. and Shauna Hair of 80 Layton Circle in Layton. All three were born Sept. 28, 1982, and were delivered by Dr. E. Conrad Monson, with the twins arriving at St. Benedicts Hospital in Washington Terrace. Three hours later, he delivered Kevin at McKay-De- e Hospital in Ogden. All family activities have been centered around the threesome, whove acted more like triplets. Both mothers are sisters, daughters of Gordon and Beverly Hill of Layton. S Marilyn Jensen hus returned home from serving the past 18 months as an LDS missionary in the Dominican Republic Santo Domingo mission. SHE WILL report her recent mission on Sunday, Oct. 9 at the Kaysville 2nd LDS Ward Sacrament meeting at 25 S. 200 E. Kaysville. Mariiyn is the daughter of Milton and Luinna Jensen of 170 S. 500 E., Kasyville. SHE WAS a graduate of Davis High and had been employed in Bountiful and at the Salt Lake Hardware Company before leaving for her mission. KYLE KELLER Several north county youngsters are to be congratualted for their CMCMIDCAL SJEfliWJE ment. ITS THE CAUSE of so much problem-fam- ily he abuse, it costs in hospital emphasizes, pointing to statistics that in Utah alone are Forty percent of the family court d cases are of the reported child abuse cases, seven in 10 of spouse abuse and care-everyth- ing, alcohol-relate- CODY STARK of this is part ot the age- JEDEDIAH PARRY HILLIER first-ye- Handicapped individuals qualify for many different jobs ranging from professional and higly skilled to unskilled, train-abl- e positions. IN CERTAIN cases, an employer might qualify for tax incentive credits when a handicapped person is hired. Job placement for the handicapped is not something that is mentioned once a year at the Job Service and then forgotten. The trained Job Service staff worker constantly to give JUSTIN DAVIS mind-bogglin- g. KEVIN HAIR All ncys 70-sto- 25-3- SLAM To Meet Oct 6th League Against Molestation) organization will be meeting on Thursday evening, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and will be held at the Clearfield Community Church. 200 S. 500 E., Rosemary Davis, executive housing authority director. By TOM BI SSELBERG People should remember who pushed for Proposition One, he said, saying that tax increases is hard to with stomach, calling it excessive, but is coupled other tax increases, for flood repairs, for example. ACTING LAYTON Hills Mall Manager Mel Pearson said the pretty good (tax) increase amounts to 0 facility with a bill inpercent for the of dollars. thousands in of the tens crease to recoup the businessmen for be Itd impossible tax increase before the November tax due date, adding, how can we feel anything but bitter about the whole campaign leading to Proposition One Employ The Handicapped By DONETA GATHERUM FAMILY HOUSING it. I think the whole property tax structure is unfair and I do think we as a legislature ought to get busy. I think our state assessed properties arent paying their fair share and the residential as compared to the commercial is unfair. I THINK WEVE got to take immediate action and I would like to be a part of it, he emphasized, one of three major projects being A family housing project constructed by the Davis County Housing Authority will be open later this month at 400 West Center. The Center Court Project will be available for moderate income families using 30 percent of their income for payment. 16-u- 25-3- d, one-thir- half of the automobile fatalities. On top of that, alcoholism affects an estimated 90,000 lives--or equal to half the population of Salt Lake City each year, and causes an estimated $128 million in problems annually, or just under about d the assessed valuation of all the property in Davis County! HE STRONGLY supports the Chemical People telecasts Nov. effort that includes national one-ho2 and 9 at 7 p.m. on Channels 7 and 11, combined effort including with an intensive citizens grass-rofind at to town area ways meetings combatting the problem. Extensive liquor advertising has brainwashed doln young people, he said, calling that lar effort the core of the problem at present-you- ng people are being conditioned. So many kids cant learn and we berate the teachers when it could be the affects of alcohol, he continued. IVE SPENT 46 years in the classroom with what s happened, I ve fol young people I know one-thir- ot multi-millio- lowed it, Ive seen some of the worst, Mr. Eberhard said, recalling his days growing up in a small southwestern Idaho community. ' ' I spent VA years (as a part-tim- e psychologist worker), at the Utah State Prison- -I saw the end results. The warden tokjjp at least 75 percent who committed felonies we?eunder the influence of alcohol. THE BEST advertising on the tube is alcohol he said, returning to the tremendous advertising, influence that force carries. With the cost of money spent, the affect on the unborn, the connection on crime with death and accidents he stressed more effort should be put into'alcohol control and prevention although most of the publicity goes to such areas as a narcotics task force. Not belittling that, Mr. Eberhard the aloohbl the of magnitude problem. Many, many more are using alcohofcWe found nearly 34 percent in Davis County use alcohol regularly. IT HAS MORE affects than we realize. People on welfare are taking nutritious food but of the hands of children when they spend the money on alcohol, he said, and that parental drinking puts a stigma on their kids, possibly severely affecting their self image. You know that a certain percent who takes that first drink become alcoholics, he said, noting that social drinkers often go far beyond what they perceive theyre doing at a party, for example, leading to accidents or a serious alcoholism problem. BY MAKING ALCOHOL a legal, socially acceptable drug it s led to g problems that economically, alone, could make this recovery look pretty sick if the millions spent on alcohol were used elsewhere, he said. A MESSAGE from the Storer Broadcasting Co. statistics indicating nine million points to bare-bon- e Americans are considered alcoholicsor one in alf of all traffic fatalities, or about 25,000, are caused by alcohol with the biggest rise in drinking among young Americans. wide-rangin- 25-h- of todays high school students drink, nearly double what it was just a few years before, that message continues, citing National Three-quarte- rs Commission on Marijuana and Drug Abuse figures showing 450,000 of the nation s alcoholics between age 10 and 19. CITING FIGURES from the federal department of Health, Education and Welfare, lost production by workers amounts to $9.35 billion lost annually while health and medical bills total $8.29 billion, motor vehicle accidents cost $6.44 billion. On the other hand, alcohol programs and research total only $640 million, the criminal justice system spends just over a half billion dollars and the social welfare system $140 million. |