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Show WEEKLY REFLEX DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL, SEPTEMBER 13, 1979 Kaysville Council: Flooding Problem area would be from the west end of Sherwood and plans had not been made yet. Both men said vacating the street would allow King Clarion No. 13 to be finalized. Mayor Elison reminded Mr. Birch he had come to the council seeking variances in order to build his home, now he was asking for additional changes due to the terrain. By NORMA PREECE ; During the Kaysville City Council meeting Tuesday evening. Mayor Neil Noorda of Fruit Heights met with the council and outlined plans to remedy flooding problems for a group of concerned residents from 760 East and Center street in Kaysville who were present at the meeting. He stated work is beginning now on the project and is to be completed within 30 days. This should alleviate future flooding problems. ON QUESTION from the council, Superintendent Walt Meacham said vacating the road would necessitate moving one power pole and lines and he felt the developers should stand the expense of ROBERT M. Barton voiced the residents concern that asphalting the roadway, curb and gutter and other measures being taken, was just one more step in opening the road through which the residents were opposed to. Mayor Noorda stated, the barricade would be put back up since oil pipelines would have to be lowered at great expense in order to put the road through properly. ' ON REQUEST of Kaysville Mayor Gar Elison a majority of the residents present indicated their approval of the Fruit Heights plan and two were opposed to it. Councilman Gerald Purdy, stated he too was opposed to the opening of the road due to the past history of the . plans for the rest of the area are developed or the council know the intent of the planning board in the matter. It was then referred back to the developer on motion by Councilman Clair Snow and seconded by Councilman David Sanders and passed by council unanimously members. A draft of an agreement between developers and Cameron Estates, Don and Jim Cottrell, Gilbert Borski, Mina Oldham and the city was presented for review. Following discussion on the matter, Councilman Purdy moved that the mayor be authorized to sign the agreement for the city as presented. This was approved by council members. DON AND Jim Cottrell presented a preliminary plan, plat C Cameron Estates, for review by the council. After the council discussed the issue, Councilman Purdy moved Cameron Estates preliminary Plan C be approved as presented and this was passed unanimously by the council. Walt Superintendent Meacham presented his recommendations for amending the power line extension policy for review by the council. The superintendent stated that in his opinion this would be the simplest, most accurate way of handling the line extensions in the city. After discussing the policy the council approved it. Center Street, and the barricade be put back in place for the time being. It was passed by the council. Ferguson representing Clair Bernston Company appeared with a : request to vacate a portion of Sherwood Road east of Thornfield in King Clarion No. 13. Ted Birch whose : residence is on Thomfield and Sherwood was also present. Mr. Ferguson asked that the city vacate the west end of Sherwood due to the grade :which would be necessary to complete the road. He said future development of the IT WAS noted that a few ter 500 of intent for an additional acre feet of treated water from Weber Basin Conser- vancy District, delivery commencing July 1, 1980. Passed by tire council. ATTORNEY MCGUIRE appeared before the council on behalf of Seth Stewart with a statement asking, among other things, that three disinterested persons be named to review the handling of the property formerly leased to the city by Mr. Stewart. The council suggest ed that Attorney McGuire return to Mr. Stewart for his recommendation as to who should serve on the committee. City Supervisor Max Major stated he would like to review any agreement the city considers on the Kaysville City-Fru- it Heights Storm Drain Plan before it is signed. COUNCILMAN CLAIR Snow asked if donations of trees and shrubs could not be accepted for the cemetery from family members, or Woman Found Guilty the council, that the road should not be vacated until Councilman David Sanders stated he felt the road should be opened citing fire protec-- tion alone an important issue and there upon moved that plans as presented by Fruit Heights for asphalting, curb and gutter and extended drain lines be approved as engineered for the stub end of : 0 this. It was the general feeling of development on Village Way. E; GARLIN minor revisions were recommended in the 1979-8budget and Councilman Snow moved that a public hearing be held on Sept. 18 at 7:45 p.m. in the council chambers for this revision. This was passed unanimously. Pursuant to a decision with Wayne Winegar regading the water situation along the Wasatch Front, the council reaffirmed their need to purchase additional water. And following a discussion by the council, Councilman Snow moved that the city file a let - LAYTON Charlene Francis Ellis, 18, of 637 South Blossom Circle, Fruit Heights, was found guilty of negligent homicide in the June 26 death of her newborn daughter. THE jury, . four men and two women, deliberated only 35 minutes Loses Winnings To Robber All - An elderly KAYSVILLE Kaysville man had a good day on the slot machines in Wendover, but lost it all to a hitchhiker he had given a lift from the border town to Salt Lake City. DEAN S. Pilkington, 77, of 345 East 100 North, Kaysville, told Salt Lake City police that a man believed to be in his early 30s, who had a mus- tache and used "snuff, a knife and took all his pulled three $20 bills winnings" and $40 in quarters. Mr. Pilkington said, This is the first time Ive ever done am Uiing like this in my life. When we arrived in Salt Lake City,' the man pulled a knife from a sheath on his right hip, held it to my throat and demanded all my long-blad- money. THE VICTIM told police that the suspect said he was going to Wyoming and that he had never been in Salt Lake City before. last Friday before returning the verdict in Fourth Circuit Court, Layton. Circuit Court Judge Douglas L. Comaby set sentencing for October 1, at 10 a.m. THE CLASS A misdemeanor conviction has a maximum penalty of one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. During the two-da- y trial, some witnesses testified that the young woman was not aware that she was nine months pregnant at the time she delivered the child while sitting on a toilet. HER PARENTS testified that their daughter, who lived at home, complained that she had stomach cramps on the day of the incident but neither the mother, who was home at the time, or the daughter believed that the defondant had delivered a baby in the toilet bowl. Davis County Sheriffs Department was called after it was discovered that the newborn baby had been delivered. An autopsy report later showed that the full-terbaby "may have been saved had it been retrieved immediately from the toilet. m DR. CARL Peterson, a Bountiful psychiatrist, testified that the woman knew she was pregnant, but rejected the fact that she had given birth to a full-terbaby. I believe that she related it m (the birth) to something besides a living entity. In my opinion she looked at it (baby) as tissue rather than a human being. civic groups. There was considerable discussion on how this could be handled and it was the consensus of the council that financial donations might work better. Councilman Purdy felt the city should have a definite plan for their use before seeking such donations. The matter was then tabled for further discussion. Two Men Arraigned On Theft Charges LAYTON Two Bountiful men charged with the theft of 600 valuable coins, among other items, have been Challenge Students are now returning to school and college. The hope of seniors is that 1980 will offer better economic prospects than did June, 1979. But they could be worse. WHATEVER the condition of the economy next summer, the school year beginning challenges all students to prepare themselves for the task of making a living in a free enterprise society. Meeting this challenge has not always been easy, but one virtue of the American system is that all are free to pursue their own goals as they wish. AMERICANS can choose the work they like best. No bureaucrat makes the decision. That being true, Americans should generate more incentive, ingenuity and enthusiasm for their chosen fields of work. Students who rise to the top are offered the best jobs upon completing school. School, then, is a time to build a foundation for success, to take full advantage of the education process in ones own interest. THE TWO, Delbert Howard Jaques, 21, and Jeffrey M. Spencer, 22, both of 275 East 200 North, Bountiful, were arraigned before 4th Circuit Court Judge Douglas L. Cor-nab- y. They appealed to the court for a attorney to handle their defense and Judge Cornaby appointed Davis Public County Defender Loren Martin to take that assignment. court-appoint- JUDGE CORNABY also allowed the defendants another week to decide if they want a preliminary hearing. The pair were arrested August 23 in Sante Fe, New Mexico, four days after the alleged theft from a Bountiful home. Stolen items included 600 OSDDTOK TTGDES Appreciate Swapp Interest In Library husband My and work during the day to pay our taxes so we can have a library, and what happens the library closes when . we get off work and can go to the library. I appreciate the good works of Mayor Swapp in his interest for our library. I WENT to the Bountiful Library on the Main Street in Bountiful last night at 6:30 p.m. to return a book and while I was there two different people (one lady with a car full of children) were there, but the library I THINK our library hours should be so that those who work can enjoy the library. I think the library should open before 12:30 p.m. and should stay open until 9 p.m; It should open at 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday and close at was closed. That libraty shouldve been open. On a Friday night at 6:30 p.m., our library should be open. We are paying for the library and most of us 9p-- - Barbara S. Allen ex- tradited from Sante Fe, New Mexico, and arraigned here on the second-degre- e felony theft charges. Schools OiOTEES TO Blood Donors Drive Friday i 'tv LAYTON To meet the statewide shortage of blood bank supplies, a local chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a blood donors drive Friday, Sept. 14 at Davis North Medical Center. Hours are between 6 p.m. SHORTAGES usually hospital would have priority claim. Hospitals throughout Utah report reduced supplies of blood. ! , BLOOD DONORS below the age of 18 need parental..C0n-sen- t and blood will not 1)0 drawn from persons receiving certain medications. oc- cur following the summer Quds-tio- ns about appointments and medications can be answered said Stephen vacations, Miller, chief medical technician at Davis North. Right now there is a desperate need for all types of blood to bolster the dwindling supplies. Blood donated at Davis North may be sent to other locations in emergency situations, but Dr. Miller said the by the hospitals laboratory staff. Blood donors usually leave the hospital within.o3d minutes. 'f hour of a persons time can save someone elseis life, stated Dr. Miller. . A HALF uncirculated silver coins said to be valued at between $400 and $700 each. Also taken were two television sets, a typewriter, jewelry and two family cars. School set at $5,000 of DANCE and DRILL BAIL WAS t or each and the two remain in the Davis County Jail, Farmington, awaiting Fruit Heights 1392 East 700 North preliminary hearing and TRAINING trial. CLASSES ' i-- - Hints For Library Board ByTOMBUSSELBERG Next week Davis County Librarian :: Jeanne Layton will most likely be told she is out of a job. : E : : THAT ACTION will probably be taken Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. when the. county library board meets for its regular monthly session at the South Branch, Davis County Library, in Bountiful. board has already The stipulated the resignation of Ms. Layton, director of the county system for eight years, through action taken at the last board meeting. The vote was 2 in favor of replacing her. five-memb-er 3-- - THOSE VOTING against Ms. Layton were County Commissioner Morris Swapp, Robert Arbuckle of Centerville, a businessman and city councilman and Sharon Shumway, Layton, a homemaker and member of Citizens for True Freedom group. Of the trio, Mr. Swapp has served on the board since January, Mr. Arbuckle since April and Mrs. Shumway since May. The who voted to other two board members retain Ms. Layton are Evan Whitesides, ' retired administrator, currently serving as board chairman with years experience on the board and Wayne O. Thornack, a banker, and a member of eight years to be replaced next week after serving the maximum of two four-yeterms. MY POINT in this column will not center on whether Ms. Layton should be forced to resign or not. Ive already voiced my opinion two weeks ago and stand more firmly behind it than ever. Rather, I will concentrate on qualifications necessary for appointment as a library trustee. I will take as my primary source a brochure by the American Library Association, copyright 1978: The Trustee of a Small Public Library." I think we could agree that with about 30 employees and 150.000 volumes, the Davis County Library system is small in comparison to many others, such as Salt Lake City with 950.000 or New York City with in excess of seven million. .. IN QUOTING from the brochure: "Consensus of library authorities and trustee associations shows that the following qualifications are required for effective trustee performance: interest in the library, in the community and in the relationship of the library to the community; readiness to devote time and effort to carrying out the duties of trusteeship; recognition of the importance of the library as a center of information, community culture, recreation and continuing education and close acquaintance with community social and economic conditions and with groups within the community. Other suggested- - prerequisites include: Ability to work well with others; board members, librarian and staff members, and the public; an open mind, intellectual curiosity and respect for the opinions of others; initiative and ability to establish policies for successful operation of the library and impartial service to all its patrons: courage to plan creatively, to carry out plans effectively, and to withstand pressures and prejudices; devotion to the library, its welfare and progress." IN DAVIS County,' the Davis County Commission has the mandate of choosing board members. Their term is set at four years and can be renewed for a second term. The bulletin has some advice to, in this case, the county commission in their With increasing demands made upon libraries as cultural and educational centers, trustee appointments are too important to leave to chance or political patronage. Since appointing officials can determine present effectiveness and future progress of a library by the caliber of the trustees they appoint, it is extremely important that they be advised of the qualifications a good library trustee should possess and the importance of filling vacancies with candidates who possess them. Just what are some of the functions of a library trustee? trustee choice: NUMBER ONE on that list points to employing a competent and qualified librarian. It is the boards right, then, to seek a new librarian if it feels that is necessary. Other responsibilities include: To determine the purpose of the library and to adopt written policies to govern the operation and program of the library; determine program and needs of the library in relation to the community and keep abreast of standards and library trends: secure adequate funds to carry on the program: know local and state laws and to actively support library legislation in the state and nation; establish among the library policies those dealing with y ,o,.B book and materials selection; attend regional, state and national trustee meetings and workshops, and to affiliate with appropriate professional organizations; report regularly to the governing officials and the general public. THE BROCHURE points out, and this is borne out by practice in Davis County, that the board sets policy while the librarian is supposed to implement it. Speaking to the subject the brochure says: As in most business and personal relationships, an atmosphere of cordial cooperation and friendly interest is desirable. This does not mean board members should be influenced by a too personal friendship with any staff member, nor by any personal bias that might develop. Administratively, a library operates best when the responsibilities of trustees and the librarian are separately borne out and the board recognizes the librarian as supervisor over members of the staff. The smooth-runnin- g library has a recognized chain of command. ; BOARD MEMBERS must at all times demonstrate their loyalty to the librarian. If for any reason a librarians services are felt to be inadequate or unsatisfactory, it is the responsibility of the board to correct such deficiencies either by conference with the incumbent or, as a last resort, by replacement. The librarian should be able to rely upon the backing of the board in carrying out the policies of the library." Policies must be decided by the board and again, they cover a lot of ground. They include general library objectives, hours of service and of staff duty, salary schedule, charges for lost and overdue books, registration and circulation and their confidentiality; special service, methods of extending services including branch libraries, bookmobiles and participation in a regional library system and type and quality of books and other materials to be added to the library collection. THAT LAST policy is of vital importance. For to many in Davis County the possible firing of Jeanne Layton is not the only issue. Controversy lingers over the contemporary novel Americana," which book's placement was questioned twice and retained after staff suggestion that it remain. Let me again quote from the ALA ?'. l r. fy evK' 1 Vi "Gold-Digge- rs "Gold-Duste- rs .y 2 h j "Gold Ds DRILL TEAMS Tap Precision Drill s- Monthly Tuition Dance Kicks rv00 XU Splits per month CLASSES taught by RETA FELT s have performed at WSC. Idaho (ages Falls, Idaho, Snowbird, and community programs and parades. Qaaaea held for girls over 13 for high school drill team preparation: Auditions will be held in Sept. & Oct. Girls will be added to the 1,' team throughout the year. The bulletin: In such matters as materials selection and censorship, trustees have the strong backing of the Library Bill of Rights, adopted by the Council of the ALA in 1948 and amended in 1961 and 1967, and the Freedom to Read Statement, endorsed by the Council in 1953 and revised in 1972. IT IS through the materials selection policy that the board protects intellectual freedom in the community. A sample selection policy statement reads: The board of the library, recognizing the pluralistic nature of this community and the varied backgrounds and needs of all citizens, regardless of race, creed or political persuasion, declares as a matter of materials selection policy that: books and library materials selection is, and shall be, vested in the librarian and, under the direction of the librarian, such members of the professional staff who are qualified by reason of education and training. Any book or library material so selected shall be held to be selected by the Call Health News. THIS BOARD believes that censorship is a purely individual matter and declares that while anyone is free to reject materials of which one does not approve, one cannot exercise this right of censorship to restrict the freedom to read of others. This board defends the principles of the freedom to read and declares that whenever censorship is involved no book andor library material shall be removed from the library save under the order of a court of competent jurisdiction. I WOULD only hope that the present library members and that a future individual who will probably be appointed next Tuesday will remember these principles. Being a library trustee is no easy task I would just hope those appointed to serve Davis County are equal to the task or, more importantly, are trying so to become. Because without a sound public library, and board of trustees, where are we? .. . Back Went Bad J But Insurance Paid t Q. When my back went bad, to go to a chiropractor, but think about and I didn I want because I thought my insurance foter Ifound out differently my wife wanted me " have my family to'", to spend the money wouldnt pay for it,. my insurance man was eager for me to go, and mv policy did pay. Why dont you"" tell people about insurance? S.T.S. A. Take a bow, Mr. S. You board. Selection of books and other library materials shall be made on the basis of their value in regard to interest, information and enlightenment of all people of the community. No book or library material shall be excluded because of race, nationality, or the political or social views of the author. 376-975- 2 ;. have discovered something that-- p "" should everyone certainly know. , Today, there are over 700 in- -, i surance companies that do pay.itr for chiropractic care, and the coverage is there for a very good0" reason: The insurance corn'll DR. panies know that chiropractic is ,or BRIAN BURNS extremely effective; and that1 the bills the company will have to pay are con-- c sistently lower. Insurance companies like chiropracv , tic coverage for many reasons, and some of the most important are (1) diagnosis and treatment for physical injury is generally quicker and more (2) expensive hospitalization is needed less often; (3) duration of treatment before recovery is cut down; and (4) settlements for permanent disabili-- ty are fewer because there are more recoveries. I wish everyone would do as you did, Mr. A., and that is to call your insurance agent and ask, "Does...! my health and accident policy pay for chiropractic-'- : care? It should! '' We accept Group, Auto, and Industrial Insurance NO CHARGE FOR CONSULTATION VII f.lH (OnllCTIC CiE CEOTER 220 North 95 East, Kaysville 376-34- 95 |