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Show Msngr-Entrprla- , Thursday, August 9, 1984 Manti Council ponders City problems byPatMellor Preliminary survey work is beginning on the culinary water pipeline route at Pole Haven in Manti Canyon, where slides have seriously displaced the line during the past two years. Councilman Lionel King reported at City Council last Wednesday night that the surveying had not progressed as fast as he had hoped, and the council agreed that the Soil Conservation Office should be asked to assist with the determination of the routing of the line in order to get the project under way before adverse weather conditions made it impossible to proceed with the project. Recorder Bill Mickelson advised the council that in regard to the reported break in the waterline near Pole Haven, the water coming down the pipe had increased in quantity to the point where the overflow was now presenting a hazard to the pipe. As a result, the Middle Fork Spring has been turned out of the pipe collection system. This action lowered the volume of water coming down the canyon and temporarily alleviated the problem. Councilman King was assigned to monitor and follow up on the costs of repair and placement of the pipeline. Power board report A report was received on a meeting held with the Citys Advisory Power Board, during which the Board had concurred with the d establishment of a revenue bond in order to finance the proposed hydro-electrupgrade. The upgrading of the two hydroelectric units in Manti Canyon is now expected to cost $3,048,000. Mr. James Fenton of Zions Bank was retained by the council to serve as financial consultant for the project. Sunrise Engineering, the firm retained by the council to oversee the construction of the project, has indicated a desire to commence work on the project as soon as possible, but Mayor Bob Bessey stressed to non-vote- ic the firm that until financing arrangements were finalized both in the form of the revenue bond and interim financing, no payments could be made to the engineering firm. The council agreed with the Mayors stand, and advised that Sunset should be advised in writing of the possibility of the delay in payment should the engineers decide to proceed with the project prior to the adoption of the revenue sharing bond and the interim financing arrangements. The council was also advised that City Water Superintendent Morris Squire had taken a work crew to Jets Reservoir and had repaired the ditch and placed most of the fencing. The balance of the fencing will be placed when snow conditions around the reservoir will permit. Power bill policy The problem of delinquent power bills is ongoing and requires constant attention. Recorder Bill Mickelson advised the council. The council reviewed progress made in collecting delinquent power accounts to date and determined that new accounts falling 60 days in arrears will be cut, and utility service will be cut, and utility service will not be restored until the account is current. compromise solution was reached in the matter of a A homeowner who left town abruptly owing a large power bill. A prospective purchaser for the residence asked whether the council would restore utility service to the home if he, the purchaser, paid half the delinquent bill. The council agreed that power could be provided to the home if the new owner would pay half the bill, and the remainder of the bill would still be listed as collectible from the previous owner. Reserve police Reserve police officers used only for occasional police duty will have to be fully certified, trained police officers beginning in 1985, and the statute requiring certification for such officers means that cities such as Manti will have to face a decision on their options soon concerning the use of such officers. The City can either pay for the training of officers at the Academy in Salt Lake, or hire e officer to alleviate another the pressures of scheduling, seek officer whose certification part-tim- e is current, or abolish the use of reserve police. full-tim- For the past two meetings, the council has mulled the problem. DeRell Jones, who has served as a reserve police officer for the city, indicated an interest in attending the police academy to receive his certification in order to continue in his post. The council again Wednesday tabled a decision on sending reserve officers to the Academy, and also determined that reserve officers would attend the police staff meetings on a request basis only and then only for special items to be covered, after which they would be excused. Wading pool The wading pool adjacent to the swimming pool at the park is undergoing repairs and should once again be operational within a week or two, Councilwoman Natasha Madsen reported. The pool, once a popular spot for small children, has been in a state of disrepair for some time, and will be repaired under the auspices of a Community Development Block Grant received for the upgrading of the park area. Up for bids An old police car, the old Studebaker pickup truck, and an outdated dump truck will be placed up for bid, at the suggestion of Councilman Galen Christiansen. The councilman also noted that construction of the sewer lagoons is now virtually complete, and installation of the fence surrounding the structure is expected to begin in the immediate future. (The State Health Department conducted an inspection of the lagoons August 7.) Mr. Christiansen also urged that the eight-foo- t culverts be placed on Second West and Third West in the flood channel as soon as water is out of the flood channel. Policies on personnel The council spent some time ' reviewing personnel policies and assignments, noting such items as hours worked, hiring policies, the possibility of mandatory retirement at age 70, and other items. the council and representatives, the Manti Irrigation Company, and Franchise protested Preliminary steps have been taken by Utah Power and Light to protest a Utah Municipal Power Associates request for franchise lines in Sanpete County. A protest was addressed to the Sanpete County Commission and copies were provided by the commission to Manti City, a member of the UMPA. The matter was turned over to the UMPA staff for followup. control. Recorder Bill Mickelson noted that the council had expressed an interest in furthering the economic development of the community and to that end had authorized preliminary investigation of possibilities by staff members. Mr. Mickelson said preliminary in- vestigation had revealed that although grants and loans for economic development are available, these can be long-terpropositions and can require city investment in terms of staff, record keeping, and so on. A briefing on these matters was scheduled for the next Council meeting. The recorder also proposed that County representatives, meet byPatMellor Manti City Parks picnic shelters, restrooms and bathhouses have received damages costing hundreds of dollars to clean up in the past few weeks, and juveniles are believed responsible for the problem. Most of the damage reported has occurred between noon and 5 p.m.. Police Chief John Cox said. Lights have been smashed out of the bowery, restroom toilets delibera- tely plugged, barbecue ashes The last reported serious incident occurred last week, when a crew of three men and a truck was required to repair damage done to the shelters just prior to the Lions Club picnic. The shelter was checked at about 2 Sheriff confiscates stray cattle under new law by Pat Metlor The days of the open range are over, and if Stetson-daSanpete County deputies are called upon to herd stray cattle, somebody's going to wind up in custody. Saturday, it was 22 head of cattle that apparently got tired of their own home on the range and decided to munch where the grass was greener on neighboring property in the Wales area. d Judge Louis Tervort authorized confiscation of the cattle, whose owner resides in Salt Lake City. The cattle were transported in a special cattle truck from Wales to the Sanpete County Fairgrounds in Manti, where they were provided hay and water and kept in custody by Deputy Wallace Buchanan and Sanpete County jailer Alburn Lyon. Under a state law passed during the last legislative session, stray livestock are now the responsibility of the Sheriff of Utah's various counties. "Its a headache, County Attorney Ross Blackham acknowledged on Tuesday. "We dont have the manpower or equipment to stray pen these animals," Sheriff Kennard Anderson complained. "We could buy you a horse and a rope," laughed Commissioner Newt Donaldson. The commissioners retain agreed to three poundkeepers at nominal fees in the north, central and south ends of the county, but agreed complaining landowners will have to have a little patience until the poundkeepers can arrive to impound cattle. "People who choose to live out in the sticks know whats out there when they build, opined Commission Chairman Ned Madsen, himself a rancher. "If they have wide-ope- n property they're going to be stepped on from time to time if they don't have a fence." Sheriff Anderson said a compromise was reached with the Salt Lake cattle owner whose animals trespassed over the weekend. The cattle were released after he paid costs $120 to satisfy transport involved in the confiscation. The impounding of stray animals is likely to be even more expensive in the future for livestock owners who arent sure where the beef is: the Saturday costs did not include any stray pen charges, which will be assessed on future impoundments. The county plans to pay a small retainer fee to impound agents, but to augment that salary, based on the number of impoundments taking place, with the stray pen charges assessed for care and transport of the animals for each day they are kept in custody. Owners of stray animals will be responsible for stray pen charges and will also be forced to pay damages their animals cause to other people's property. Sheep, cows and horses have all taken to the open road lately, and law enforcement officers say they are growing tired of riding herd on both citizens and livestock at the same time. "We spent all weekend herding. We had livestock problems in Wales, Spring City and even on the West Mountain. We have to take some kind of action, Sheriff Anderson said. Manti High School girls who want to try out for the schools volleyball teams are asked to attend a clinic Monday afternoon at 1 in the school gym. The clinic will include tryouts for both the varsity and the junior varsity teams, according to Coach Cathi Jarvis. , She said that following the tryouts, practice will begin immediately for the opening of the season. Five members of last year's varsity, which placed second in Region 10 and fourth at state, graduated. Coach Jarvis said, but all positions are open. "Attendance at the clinic is required of girls who want to try for a place on the teams," she said. Shop at Homo A to- The Council approved contracts for an $18,000 grant for flood fight work and a $55,000 loan for a sewer extension. The status of two lawsuits currently pending against Manti City was reviewed. Gene Williams has filed a suit against Manti City regarding the operation of the City Dump, and interrogatories received from Mr. Williams legal counsel were currently being answered. Dale Manti Sacond Ward Cub Scouts, who won first placo in tho Stake Cub Scout Olympics hold last Tuesday at Snow College. They will compete August 1 1 In the District meet. Shown are: Webelo Allan Church, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Church; Bear Steven Olsen, son Stevens has filed a suit of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Olsen; Wolf Curt Cox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Manti City, Sanpete County, Jomos Cox. against and police officers involved in his arrest, asking approximately $300,-00- 0 in damages. The suit was filed in federal court and is being handled by the insuring attorneys for the city. Negotiations are continuing be- tween the City and the owners of the Security Title Building, which is now the only remaining privately-owne- d structure on the City Hall block east of the creek. F arm Bureau dates Talent Find contest The annual Sanpete County Farm Bureau Talent Find competition will be held at 7 p.m., Aug. 21, 1984 at the Manti High School Auditorium, according to Bruce Christenson, chairman of the Farm Bureaus Young Farmer and Rancher Committee, which sponsors the contest. This year a new rule has been instigated. Each contestant must by contacting Scott or before 1 Janice Hintze at Saturday, Aug. 18th. pre-regist- er should contact Scott or J anice Hintze for detailed in Manti. Call information. entry 835-815- 1 Contestants may begin arriving at the contest at 6 p.m. the evening of the contest, Aug. 21. The public is invited to attend the program at 7 p.m. Mr. Christenson says, "Be sure to if you are going to be a contestant. er 835-815- p.m. and found to be in order, but by 4 p.m. vandals had broken lights, strewn garbage and ashes, and otherwise damaged the area. Concessionaires at the pool and lifeguards are hampered by limited visibility at their posts. Chief Cox said, and therefore other city personnel will be assisting with the patrol of the area. Most of the damage has occurred since the Mormon Miracle Pageant ended. At that time, the park was full of visitors, which hampered andalism because of the chance of such action being promptly County winners in each of the three divisions will compete in the Utah FarmBureau Talent Find at the Utah State Fair on September 15. The divisions are: Junior up to 10 years of age inclusive; Intermediate 11 to 16 years of age; and Senior 17 to 30 years of age. The Farm Bureau Talent Find is the largest amateur talent competition in the state, according to Christenson. "We want to provide an opportunity for young people to develop their talents here in the county and at the state level," he said. "Those interested in participating MHS Class of 59 schedules reunion in SLC The Manti High School Class of 1959 reunion will be held on August 10 at Little America in Salt Lake City at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $16.00 for singles and $32.00 for couples. "Lets have 100 attendance," stated Jerrelyn Blankenship, Ephraim representative. If anyone has need of further details or information call Jerrelyn at 283-435- Vote Aug. 21 Election Primary J. feller Vi CEmsfenson n Republican Candidate for 2-Y- ear County Commissioner ATTENTION! Your Vote on Aug. 21 will Decide this Office! The results of this election will determine the County candidate. is no Democratic there Commissioner position, as 2-y- ear Background: Tryouts scheduled for MHS volleyball team by Brace Jennings 4 3 gether and establish the objectives of all agencies regarding future flood Vandalism in City Park costs hundreds of dollars scattered on tables and benches, and garbage from bins strewn on the grounds. Police said patrols in the area will be stepped up, and offenders caught will no matter what their ages be cited and referred to the proper court. C Pag Past Experiences: Endorsements: Boyd Goble Dr. G. Stanford Rees Morgan Dyreng Paul Dyreng Lifelong resident of Sanpete County. Farmer and livestockman. Experienced, capable, efficient and fair. Wife; Marian. 5 children; Dennis, N. Tim, Jed H., Bruce F., Lori. President Gunnison City Canal Company. Board Member Gunnison Irrigation Company. Federal Land Bank of Sacramento Stockholders Committee Chairman. President Fed. Land Bank Assoc, of Richfield. Gunnison City Councilman. South Sanpete School Board Member. President Gunnison Valley Lions Club. President Sanpete County Farm Bureau. Rodney Anderson Kent B. Sanders Dallas Greener Woodrow Beck Mike W. Bawden Robert Bessey Joe L. Christensen Ilazel Christensen Garth Monson Lila Lee Christensen John Keeler Phyllis Greener |