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Show (? sr- COUHTY iaSJRW most to - 77434 YOU r FOR 499.99 EACH! $65033 EACH! k road Oouldor-Bullfro- B made previously but which have never been fully kept. Already, some significant Initiatives are being taken to fulfill our goal of keeping east-we- st tourist traffic within the State of Utah for longer periods of time. For example, tourist promotion In southern Utah now has strong commercial backThe Grand Circle Advening and a new theme ture. They go on to tell of private funds that are being spent for advertising and capital Improvements in the Grand Circle Region. The road to Bullfrog would be part of that. The non -- commercial, scenic road would emphasize numerous scenic overlooks into southern Utahs spectacular Canyon Country. Environmentally, It should meet little opposition. In 1972 three prominent conservation groins (Sierra Chib, Wilderness Society and Escalante Wilderness Committee) proposed an almost Identical tourist plan for southern Utah during hearings In Kanab concerning a new road corridor across the Kaiparowits Plateau. Upgrading of the Burr Trail was one of the alternatives that they presented. While we havent had time to study the preliminary engineering report on the proposed roadway, our initial thinking Is that it will be a great benefit for southern Utah, of which we are proud to be a part. Utahs Washington delegation, along with the states governor, Scott Matheson, have endorsed a $20 million project that would pave the road from Boulder in Garfield County to Bullfrog Basin in Kane County. Any improvement of roads or services in this general area should in the long run bring in more visitors who will spend dollars that will ultimately benefit the entire Grand Circle area. Along with the upgraded road would be the building of a ferry boat system from Bullfrog to Halls live up Crossing and thereby help legislators to the promise of an East -- West tourist corridor to link the national park system In the state of Utah. While such a road may be viewed by some as an alternate route that would take travelers away, it also would be a first step in the door for more development along the west shoreline of Lake Powell that could open up the beauties and magnificence of that lake to many thousands of tra- velers. The statement signed by Governor Matheson, Orrin Hatch, Howard C. Nielson, Jake Garn, James Hansen and Dan Marriott states: The decade of the 1980s provides a unique opportunity for those of us in public service to make good on promises MtCNtobahni in qualified, knowledgeable, and impartial commissioners. The Commission has a responsibility to both ratepayers and utilities and is more insulated from special interest pressure if members are appointed. The League is aware that there are many complex factors Involved In determining utility rates. We believe the cost of service should be a primary consideration in setting rates, but the encouragement of conservation is vital. Incentives in the rate structure, such as peakload pricing, should be used to encourage efficient energy use. The League recognizes that basic energy utility services are essential to members of modern society. Financial assistance for those unable to pay for these services should be provided primarily by taxpayers through government social services, In addition, we support voluntary contributions to assistance programs and believe ratepayer subsidization of low Income consumers should be considered. The League believes that the State of Utah should take action to Influence the cost of utility services by: 1. Increasing state and public participation in planning and regulating future energy sour- How much is enough? much is enough? Polls tell us most taxpayers and parents are willing to pay their fair share of taxes in return for an adequately financed Utah public school system. However, there is much confusion among the people and the legislature over the meaning of adequately financed. How can we achieve the goal of adequately financing our schools? Some tell us that high teacher salaries ought to be our target, and that if enough money is provided here we need not worry about other things. But is "enough the highest average teacher salary in the naton, or is it only to be near or at the U.S. average? What about Utahs ratio target? Are we too high or too low? What is the proper spending level per child? Utahs average per capita personal income is one of the nation's lowest as is our average expenditure per child. Have we the financial resources to allow us to meet all financial targets, or two, or just one? Who is to set our school targets? Certainly, history has demonstrated that we cannot depend on vested or special interest groups to set our goals and priorities. These groups selfishly reshuffle targets for selfserving purposes. UEAs battle cry for decades has been the unrelenting clamor for teacher salaries equal to the nations average. But now that cur salaries are 19th highest in the U.S., as measured by the NEA, the battle cry has been changed. Now, millions more are needed, they claim, to bring Utah's average expenditure per child How pupil-teach- COUNTY up to the U.S. average. My calculatons show this would cost Utah taxpayers $412 million. It would require a 10? state sales tax (the highest In the nation), or a 77 ling If er only $93 was rd Are the dollars pumped Into the school system ed in the Utah Taxpaper. wiwww VOTERS STUDY The league of Women Voters of Utah is pleased to announce that our members have just tompleted their study of the Leagues Report on utility rates, utility regulation and energy econombs, the infor-atiori we published in February was discussed by local leagues at public meetings throughout the state, from Moat) andf edUrCitytoc ache County and Brigharn f ity, Their disf utsions were based on five questions: 1. Does tlie romumer have an e effective voice m Publi' Commission derisions? m er-vb- 2. Sliould RSc m ern lie rs What factors cluded PRESENT UTILITY REGULATION should be Indetermining utility rates - - cost of service, low income needs, conservation incentives, large consumer Incentives? 4. Who has the responsibility of financial asslstancetothose unable to pay for basic util- 3. feeler ted or appointed? 9. In ity services? What action should the state of Utah take to influence the cost of utility services? gulations is as follows: The League of Women Voters of Utah believes that the utility regulatory structure In Utah provides for effective consumer representation but is not fully used. More staff, expert testimony, and Independent analysis could strengthen the consumer voice. We recommend increased regulatory tax assessments to more adequately fund the regulatory agencies, particularly (he committee on Consumer Services. More active Consumer participation in the regulatory process should be encouraged by the state through public information and education. The League supports appointment rather than election of Public Service Commission members. The check -- and -- balance effect of Gubernatorial appointment and senate confirmation is more likely to result The league of Women Voters operates under procedures that aim at consensus - - a general agreement on issues with attention paid CUP Encouraging energy conservation by education, economic incentives, weatherization,and use of alternative energy. 3. Funding the regulatory process adequately to ensure sufficient independent expert testimony and analysis. con- 4. Assisting sumers to meet basic utility needs. This position will now be the basis for League action on local and state levels. The statewide participation in this consensus on utility issues is very gratifying and Important for two reasons. First, several of our recommendations urge action by the state of Utah: Adequate funding for utility regulation and low income assistance; more vigorous promotion of energy conlow-inco- really the proper target, or should the real tarstudent achievement? Isnt 'his the real get be and what education is all about. target, The preceding editorial by Jack Olsen appear- Feedback WOMEN ces. legislature. . 1- -2 2. property tax Increase, or a doubor our individual Income tax. the average Utah class size were reduced by on student, it would cost taxpayers at least million in higher taxes, or about as much as appropriated for public education by the last across-the-boa- as the possibility Is for lllnes due to heat exposure at this time we will continue our discussion. Heat exhaustion is most likely to occur during heat waves. It can also occur with heavy muscular work in warm weather. de- Heat exhaustion is a result of prolonged dehydration andsalt work or play in strenous in A normal engaged person pletlon. a very warm environment will perspire profusely to ensure heat loss through evaporation. The sweating will often lead to loss of body or 3 of total body weight. It Is difficult to replace this water of much water, since thurst is quenched long before water loss is replaced If this condition continue over a day or more, the person wiU be comt dehydrated without knowing it. Infants and debilitated persons are particularly at risk. Heat exhaustion is difficult to determine. The following helpful Information comes from First Aid In Emergency Care by Guy S. Purcel. Heat exhaustion Is sometimes difficult to Signs and symtoms. determine. The vital signs may be normal, and, In fact, the temperature is usually normal and may even be subnormal. The following should be looked for In determining If the victim is suffering from heat exhaustion: 1. The victim may experience progressive weakness. Inability to work, and loss of appetite. 2. The skin is usually moist and clammy. 3. The pupils may be dilated. 4. The skin will be pale or ashen gray. 5. Temperature will usually be normal or subnormal. 6. The patient will usually be conscious; however, it is not uncommon for fainting to occur. 7. Pulse, may be .slightly more, rapid than normal, less than 100, and weak. 8. The patient may be suffering from heat cramps. Heat exhaustion Is an emergency but not First aid procedures. usually life threatening. The correct first aid procedure is to make the patient lie in the coolest abailable place and to give the patient :old drinks. (The drinks should be chilled or cold to encourage the tolerated by most victims, and It is therefore difficult for them to Rest to decrease work rate drink enough water to be rehydrated). and heat output and water replacement are the proper first aid procedures for heat exhaustion. Follow-u- p procedures. The person should be taken to a hospital in case there may be other complications. Additionally, when the person returns to the same work or play conditions when the temperatures are high, adequate amounts of cool water should be available for drink Unlikely servation; and recruiting greater June 14th marked the 100th Birthday for Bert Wynaught, one of our patients. The day was celebrated very fittingly. Lunch on the patio at the hospital for all nursing home patients was the first public participation In regulatory proceedings and future energy policy planning. Action on these recommendations will depend on support from citizens all over the state. Secondly, if citizens are to participate in a knowledgeable way, they need to become Informed about how their own utilities work. Although we hope our report provides basic information, we know it only touched on spec ial Uk al problems, such as "Unregulated municipal utilities; the fair allocation of federal hydropower; the problem of concentrated ownership of transmission lines; and specific ways utilities can become more efficient. We want investigation of these issues event. In the evening Bert and Several of the Patients were guests at the Senior Citizen Center for dinner. Also that Masonic Lodge members, Garth and evening the Helen Banks and Jake Schow put together a first rate party with dancing cake and Ice cream and punch. It takes a caring community to bring this kind of joy for a special Birthday. Bert Wynaught Is the oldest man In Beaver County, and has been a respected friend and business man In Milford for many years. to continue; our goals are that all Utahns know their utility and that the state regulatory process be fair all. Local League can play a leading role in achieving these goals. The window on Stanleys new Powerlock' Top ReaGing Rule lets you take inside measurements faster and more AND MAIL JSeaver County 3 air to strong minority opinions. After all Leagues have reported to the state Board, these results are condensed and compiled into an official Our new statement of position. position on utility rates and re- - and equitable to accurately. Ikes order to determine the Interest In the Horse Show to be at the County Fair, it is important that all who plan to exhibit at this show should fill out and return this entry blank to the Beaver County Extension Office in the Courthouse, Box 46C, Beaver, Utah 84713 by July 23rd. The horse show is scheduled for Friday, August 10th at 2:30 In tld COIIMTV PJd. SUtSCPIPTION IN ADVANCE PATES ,uh L COPY DEADLINES ::'j. , 't ?'-- Eofry S"S4. f,i (I,, jf M-- Mi r jf Of ') J'Ofct EBionlx FITTING AND SHOWING CONTEST g w UUA (P a. 5 HALTER CLASSES: ri Quarter Horses MONDAY NOON n C v Tborobred. 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