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Show WEEKLY NEWS JOURNAL, REFLEX-DA- VIS NORTH DAVIS LEADER, DECEMBER 10, 1981 Commissioners Looking For A Member Of UTA Board Hope Dismal For Layton Library By TOM BUSSELBERG in its decision to withdraw from the county library system. He proposed a new library versal" FARMINGTON In what at times became a rather heated meeting, Friday, County Com. Ernest Eberhard and Glen Saunders gave no indication when Layton might be able to hope for a county library. plan that would create a branch facility in Layton least initially rather than move the headquarters at least for five or six years. It called for a 15,000 square foot facility on two there AND WITH no prior warning, Mr. Eberhard called for a levels closed (executive) session, vs. 30,000 before. AT 15,000 square feet, it would still include slightly ostensively to discuss personnel matters, although, no such more than space contained on one level of either the Clearfield or Bountiful branches. Cost could be limited to $1 million, he added, based on prior discussion had taken place. Although the move was contested by the press, the board went ahead. The meeting was not noted on the agenda of the emergency meeting. By state law, closed sessions are not allowed as part of an emergency meeting, but must be listed on the agenda and allow for an indication from the group of what was discussed at meeting's end (at least the topic). At the close of that session, which was adjourned at the same time as the $700,000 for construction, $200,000 for books and $100,000 for furnishings. That meant halving of previous estimates at near $2 million for the headquarters as noted by the library board in past discussions. A $3 million figure as mentioned by the commissioners was, Com. Eberhard agreed Friday, inaccurate. another regular meeting at transferred to Farmington. A formal decision from the entire commission was ex- n. pected Tuesday afternoon. Com. Harry Gerlach Sr. was ill Friday and did not attend the library meeting. If Layton stays out it wiU set a dangerous precedent, Mr. Whitesides said. We want to impress on the commission our concern. MR. WHITESIDES asked for the special session after the Nov. 30 meeting between the Layton Library Board, headed by Oma Wilcox. In that meeting, the commission also said they could not give any com- county-operated- mitment to when a library might be built in Layton, lending weight to assumptions the Layton library board would recommend the city council retain its decision to stay out of the county system, effective Jan. 1. But a effort by Mr. Whitesides led Mrs. Wilcox to tell the city council in their Dec. 3 meeting to defer a final decision based on Fridays outcome with the commission. The next city council meeting has been set for Dec. te 17. than any details about the meeting. THE FRIDAY session was a last ditch effort, in the words of Library Board Chairman Evan Whitesides, to encourage Layton to make a re STRESSING the importance of Laytons move, Mr. White-side- s said, I think its absolutely critical Layton remain in the system. Loss of the city means a drop in revenues of about $130,000 putting a forced crunch on the countys services, such as halving book 70,000-volum- branch collection would be I DONT THINK the economy changes that at all, Mr. Whitesides answered. Com. Eberhard said the operation of a plant is anticipated at way ahead of $130,000 (amount county would lose in taxes if Layton withdraws). Unless they could come up with $250,000, it probably would be better to let Layton take it. Itll cost us twice as much to operate as to lose. Wed have to collect enough to built it, etc. in a recession, thats tough. COM. SAUNDERS said that while there may be three diffe- -, rent trends of thought on the commission toward library service (such as if it should be he city or said theres probably one trend as far as financing. We are working with about 53 or 54 different budgets. I would say approximately 35 are mandated they are services we have no alternative but to furnish, Com. Saunders said. Both he and Com. Eberhard used examples of the health department where no nurses have been added in three or four years despite an increased work load and the sheriffs office noting staff requests couldnt be met with sometimes only three staffers in the jail to handle 80 pris- county commission and BOOKS COSTS could be kept at a minimum at the outset, with purchase of possibly 15,000 volumes. Later, when the headquarters was created e in Layton, the collection currently housed at the Farmington headquarters would move to Layton and the violation the board members rather no comment gave economical to operate a consolidated facility or as individual cities? Mr. Whiteside asked. To that, Mr. Saunders said, I believe our feeling of the branch system was eroded some in view of the economy." mobile service from two to one or even eliminating it, staff cuts and other service reduc-tio- ), BUT MR. Whitesides questioned why the library hadnt received construction funding as had been originally indicated. We first heard when they had completed the re- novation of this building (courthouse) we would get oners. (funding) after the jail. If you feel the county should abandon the county system thats IF WERE GOLNG to have libraries whether cities or the county operate them, it will one factor. But if you feel we should maintain thats our money. If they (cities) withdraw, we have to return the message. cost a certain amount of Unless we can offer them some kind of commitment, money to the cities. Is it more Drug Use Continues Raids Davis Despite FARMINGTON Illegal use of drugs, mostly of the pot" variety but including some hard-cor- e durgs, are still prevalent in Davis County despite recent raids by law enforcement officials. SHERIFF BRANT Johnson said drug, enforcement has been from the beginning and still is a top priority of the Davis County Sheriffs Dept. We still have a very serious problem concerning distribution and use of drugs in the county, the sheriff said. Its not an alarming situation but it is serious enough to be concerned and attempts are being made to keep it (drugs) under control. plained, drug control is HE NOTED that last years, narcotic raids were aimed at teenagers, this year, he ex Peer Counseling For Seniors Still In Will depression and associated problems. its AND, ALTHOUGH, often good to talk those problems out with someone else, it gets hard for seniors to find someone they feel comfortable with, many times. If you or someone you know fits that category, help could be on the way in a matter of months. A peer counseling program is being designed specifically for senior citizens coordinated by the Council on Aging and Davis County Mental Health. If will bring together volunteers from the ranks of senior citizens who have received some counseling training but aren't necessarily professional counselors. PLANNING HAS been under way since last spring but inprogress has been stalled as formation sought from other areas conducting such a program has been slow in coming, Millie Pope, member of the mental health advisory board, says. plained that In a meeting with the mental health advisory council she said, Its been felt from the start it would be therapeutic both ways. It would help the volunteer and the person visited. d burglaries and robberies. Were staying on top of all drug cases, he said. Were not going to let up. Use Collectors If SEVERAL CENTERS across the nation have given their accounts to agencies, Wayne Owens said various methods for collection have been tried in the past with some success but due to the financial crunch various agencies were investigated. VOLUNTEERS WILL probably be reimbursed only for mileage due to shortness of funds but more complete information will be provided in the Feb. 4 mental health board meeting. In a telephone interview, Carol Lewis, a committee member who oversees the countys senior citizen volunteer program, said, I really believe this could be a marve-lou- s Only Pleads Guilty those accounts approved by clients therapists would be turned over to the agency, a national firm that Business Manager Ray Johnson said would take accounts for a year each or it would make up the difference and guarantee double return on the fee charged. That amount is figured based on the number of accounts. All funds would go opportunity where seniors listen to seniors. I think it has a great deal of value and Im excited about the pects. tb funds to her own use by A Layton woman has entered a guilty plea to cashing Supplemental Security In- cashing SSI checks obtained from the Social Security Admi- nistration, Van Sickle said. The guilty plea was entered before U.A. District Judge David Winder, who set sentencing for Dec. 11. Bruce Lubeck, U.S. Attorney, was prosecuting. Horejsi faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. come (SSI) checks to which she was not entitled, Robert Van Sickle, District Manager of the Ogden Social Security Office, said. LINDA A. Horejsi, 38, of 260 Fremont Way, entered the plea to a felony count of con- verting U.S. Government MR. MIYA spoke on misuse and abuse of prescription drugs. He also touched on the subject of forgery of prescrip- - . tions. He said that several drugs are abused more than others, for instance pain pills such as Dilaudid, Percodan, Temerol and tranquilizers. HE WARNED members to only use drugs in the manner that they are prescribed by your doctor, np 766-227- E.. Clearfield NEW PHONE NOS. 773-330- 6 Most people would never dream of driving around town with a priceless porcelain lamp standing on the seat beside them. Yet many of these same drivers think nothing of letting their children ride that way, a FACTORY SECONDS AND USED WINDSHIELDS county health department news release says. $AVE $! IF YOU had just paid a large sum of money for that lamp, you would be sure to have it wrapped in some kind of cushioned container for safe travel. Children are no less fragile. A sudden swerve, a minor fender-bendeor a major collision would be as destructive for a child as it would be for that lamp. Why are we so care- STOCK IN OVER 1,000 r, OPEN SATURDAY TIL NOON money will buy and so neglectful to protect those that are priceless? The Davis County Health Depart, wants to help parents protect their children from the nation's leading childhood from motor vehicle accidents. Infant car restraints are the best preventive medicine for this killer. Lets immunize" our children today. Parents may rent an infant car seat from the Davis County Health Dept, for a fee of $5, with a $10 deposit which will be refunded if the seats are returned in good condition. Parents will be required to attend a safety class and fill out a contract at Room 24 of the Davis County Courthouse. 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BULLETIN guaranteed 1981 Any Sliding Back Glass LEADER , I 4 SALE FOR REFLEX , JOURNAL , 6 DAVIS COUNTY VERTICAL Swim Training Conic in and sec our array of Christmas Stuffers 451-320- 0. Outer Custom Drapery 1 Off RESIDENTS wanting to serve on the board are encouraged to contact the county commission office in Farmington at With Purchase of I and of Davis County. NOW THRU DEC. 31 1 Christmas Ornaments THE COMMISSION is searching for someone to fill a seat held by Robert Wall, who will leave the board when his term expires Dec. 31. Com. Glen Saunders told reporters last week that the board is looking for applicants from the north end FREE Municipal Pool 934 So. 1 000 FARMINGTON Davis County Commissioners are recruiting applicants to serve on the Utah Transit Authority Board. Buckle Up Your Children nationally Kiwanis Speaker Miles Miya, pharmacist for Kaysville Drug was the guest speaker at the Kaysville Kiwanis Club breakfast meeting on Dec. 3 at the Chateau Center. of comthe (from support strong mission) for the county system. If not, well be in a precarious position. Maybe we should all be released, Mr. Whitesides said, speaking of the county library board. Id like to see a position DEADLINES $4-$- Dr. Owens said, while some state agencies rely on the state office of recovery services. The agency sends a lot of letters in a short time" to delinquent clients, he said, with WHEN COM. Saunders asked Layton to stay in the system another year Mr. Whitesides said, What are they (Layton) going to do for services in three weeks? 376-427- agency treatment based on notations from the therapist. We are interested to see what the impact of a third party will be, Dr. Owens added, with Mr. Johnson noting the firm charges from 9 an account, based on the number received. THE BOARD asked for a progress report six months and a year from now and will then determine if the collection agency should continue, tb directly to mental health rather than through the collection agency, he emphasized. ASST. DIRECTOR 579 No. Main, Kaysville u drug-relate- arrests often result in arrests for other crimes, especially owing to Davis County Mental Health, either pay up or expect action from a collection agency. The mental health advisory board has approved use of a collection agency in handling selected delinquent accounts on a trail basis. Ben of JUntfouitp All Mr. and Mrs. John Murdock will entertain on Christmas Eve at a family gathering. Guests will include Mr. and Mrs. Steven Murdock, Logan; Mr. and Mrs. Allen McCallum and family, Layton; Alan Murdock and Helen Fortune of Salt Lake City. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd r, Santaquin; Mrs. Sadie Avery, Orem; Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Wood and daughter, Kaysville; Mr. and Mrs. Tom Haraldsen and children of Car-so- n City, Nev., were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Avery on the holiday. ex- he said. ful to protect things that Wes-tove- SHERIFF JOHNSON youve got any overdue bills Planning Stage Times are rough, these days, for most and senior citizens are no exception. In fact, facing inflation on what often is a fixed income is no picnic coupled with the possibility that friends and loved ones are largely gone. All of that can lead to News Davis Mental Health FARMINGTON FARMINGTON Kaysville cocaine confiscated. This arrest was made by a couple of county paramedics (deputies), the sheriff emphasized. greared to the adults, especially those who are pushing narcotics to young adults and teenagers. The sheriff said the last major raid in the county netted about 35 pushers with another ten warrants of arrest still outstanding. 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