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Show Tuesday, November 8, to the editor the beauty and environment of all homes in that area besides being used by our citizens. If you honestly believe the thn council members do not have the best interest of Helper at heart, and have not been productive in efforts to revitalize the city, I suggest you activate your candidacy in the next election. Sincerely, Smiley Amano Response to Albert Fossat Editor: In response to Albert Fossats opposition to the Helper Parkway, I was intrigued by such inferences that one council member could redeem himself by rescinding his vote. It is obvious that the integrity of the council members who voted for it will not be compromised. They realize the urgency for city development. The source of funding comes from the general funds, savings from CRSP power, not the road fund as some would have us believe. The parkway is phase one of an economic development that will encompass Helper, Price and Wellington. Similar endeavors have met with great success in other states. We can fight to redeem our pride or die living in the negative of cant andor wont do attitudes. Most of us are property or business owners and thats scary. Advertisement was unfair Editor: There was an ad in the last Sun Advocate, prior to the election, which stated that I did not support the prison in Carbon County. It further stated that I contacted the governor and asked that the prison not be located in Carbon County since we are all Democrats. Those statements in the ad are absolutely false. Further, I believe whoever prepared, placed and paid for the ad knows it is false. Why else did they pay in cash and wish to be anonymous? Why else would they wait until the last edition of the paper to place such an ad so it could not be refuted before the election? The facts, with respect to this issue, are: 1 There were originally We have the birth of an a revival, museum that expanding attracted 6,000 people in 1987 and almost 9,000 in 1988. We have been declared a National Historic District. Old buildings renovated, property purchased, anticipation of $180,000 outdoor museum expansion, coupled with the parkway give us hope. Helper businesses have been built on chance, commitment and positive imagination; they deserve survival. You say parkways will not stimulate business? If we can attract 9,000 or more visitors and prolong their stay even one day, would they not eat food, buy groceries, buy gas, fishing tackle, beer and pop? Wherever the money is spent in this city, its all relative we all gain. You claim, as a taxpayer, you want your money spent wisely. Im with you 100 percent. That is why I am for the parkway. You say grants are still taxpayers money; great deduction! Is that any reason to not apply for a grant? Should we turn our backs on grants specifically allotted to beleaguered three and depressed cities? I hope you are aware that this is the first monies city-match- ed for grants Matsuda and Romano have worked for. The senior citizens park replaced the old billboard, weeds and trash on Main Street. The Locust Street Park enhanced Royko (Continued from Page 4B) as Websters says, that I am tolerant and broad-minde- d, favoring reform and personal freedom. And I just misunderstood you. If thats what you really meant, why, youre so sweet, and Im touched. But why should we have doubts? Let us clear up this question. Just drop me a card or letter, completing this sen- tence: A liberal is... And please, proposed sites in Southeast Utah: Price, Green River and Monticello. 2 The commissioners of all four counties agreed that while we each had the responsibility to work for the facility in our respective counties, we would all support the location in Southeastern Utah, after the final cut. 3 After the final cut, Price and Monticello were still in the running. 4 1 worked primarily for the prison to be located in Monticello because that was my duty as the chairman of the San Juan County Commission. I also let everyone I lobbied with know that Price was my second choice. The commissioners from Carbon County worked for Price as they should, and I believe Monticello was their second choice. I guess the following questions could be asked: 1 team of Omar If the Bunnell and Mike Dmitrich are so effective, why werent they successful in getting the prison in either Price or Monticello? 2 Why do they always blame their failures on someone else? I had felt very good about the positive campaign between Mr. Bunnell and myself until this ad was placed. I had heard rumors that it was coming and wish it had been aired in time for me to respond in the campaign. I feel sorry for people who feel it is necessary to resort to such tactics to win an election. Regardless of how the election turns out, I appreciate the opportunity to have participated, and will be permanently rewarded by being able to meet so many wonderful people in Carbon County as well as all the rest of Southeastern Utah. I hope it is easy for the people who placed that ad of lies to live with themselves. Calvin Black some restraint. My secretary has delicate sensibilities. When possible, just use the word (bleep). show Thanks to board members Editor: After Nov. 8, Carbon School District will have a different mix of board members (this was assured when David Donaldson chose to not file for reelection). While we are confident this new mix of people will strive to fill the shoes of their predecessors, we regret that things must change. Our current Board of Education has provided noble services. They were aggressive in making things better for the kids; they were honest and forthright in dealing with em- ployees; ceptionally were ex- frugal with tax they payers money; they endured unfair and inaccurate criticisms without striking back at the negative extrapolators. As a spokesman for educators and as a taxpayer, I say thanks to the board members for all you do. I have never seen or worked with a better group of people than the Carbon County School Board members. Asa Draper, Phyllis Silletoe, Don Dennison, David Donaldson and Richard Robinson served the students of Carbon County for many years. During their terms of office, Carbon School District became one of the leading reform districts in the state of Utah. Student achievement scores moved from below national norms to above national norms. All of the children are now housed in new schools or schools that are well- - maintained. Each school is by trained, sensitive principals. Teachers Sun Advocate, Price, UtahSB 1988 many hours for only a few dollars. In most cases, the amount of money received does not even come close to covering their costs. They are peole with the highest moral character. While their accomplishments are impressive, the most impressive thing about them is the deep and consuming commitment they have to the wellbeing of our children. When we pause in our busy lives and search for meaning, we are often moved to praise teachers ed have extensive inservice training in areas research indicates will improve the education of our children. The students are taught with instruction in the basics. Special attention is given to the development of good music and art programs. The central office staff was reduced to a level equivalent to the number of persons employed 20 years ago. This means our administrative costs are among the lowest in the nation. We are currently involved in processes which will move our vocational programs well into the 21st century. Our school board members are a special breed. They work research-base- d they are any praise they receive). When teachers and only worthy of parents stop to examine people worthy of admiration, good school board members are among the first brought to mind. Ell Sorenson Carbon district superintendent guest column By ELL SORENSON Carbon School superintendent For 26 years Carbon School District has had an outdoor education program. Three years ago, the normal program was interrupted when our Clear Creek site was condemned by the state fire marshal. It would have cost us $300,000 plus to meet fire codes and other upgraded safety codes. The board of education chose to develop another site rather than to invest this amount of money in a building that is not on property owned by the school district. that we would be able to find grant money to develop In hopes the new site, we chose to lease with the option to purchase a site next to property used for outdoor education by Alpine School District. We struggled with this project as many do not understand its purpose and intent. It should .be noted, we have already held a public hearing on this project. During this hearing, received we overwhelming support from those in attendance. Today, as a people, we are struggling with the very roots of the economic structure for education. The new set of issues introduced by the tax initiatives has caused all of us in public education to pause and reconsider all of the things we are doing. We know our prime role is to concentrate our efforts on the basics; we know money is tight for everyone; we know passage of the initiatives could introduce a crisis in school funding. In view of these facts, the board of education has chosen to place the Clear CreekScofield outdoor are the best people to provide quality education in any area. Some think this effort will detract from needed reform within the educational system; we proved this is not the case. Some think we are too poor to participate in such activities; we know of many poorer school districts, communities and church groups who have successfully demonstrated it can be and is affordable. While we think our children are as entitled to quality outdoor our role; we think we and indoor education as any other children, we will not proceed with the project until we have a clear mandate from the people of the county. We will hold additional public hearings to ascertain the exact desires of the people. If the people in our county desire to continue with this program (as they have done for 26 years), we will make every effort to establish user-fee- s to make the program and independent from funds other than school funds. ng ng education program on the back burner. We have a great interest in outdoor education as many of the school systems in Utah and surrounding states have such programs for their children. We strongly feel there is a critical need for outdoor education, as opposed to outdoor recreation, because our beautiful moun-tian- s will be preserved and properly utilized only if our young people understand the concept and value of multiple uses of public lands. Some question the affordability of this' project; we are convinced it can be Some wonder if outdoor education is CCJRIQmAG DAZAAR 40 Tables of Holiday Gifts 6 P.M. -- 9:30 P.M. 10A.M.-5- M. P Photo with Santa 7:30 P.M. 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