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Show t Riverdale City Council By Gary Judkins The City Council responded to a request for a special proclamation by Weber State College, heard one citizen present a claim for damages to his home from broken water pipes and another resident complaint about a road being built to close to his home. The council voted unanimously to proclaim December 22 as a special day to honor the Iran hostages and to pray for their immediate release so that they may be home for Christmas. The request had been made by students at Weber State College. Several groups of students have been active in speeches and demonstrations in support of the hostages. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Herrick of Cherry Drive appealed before the council to request that the city pay a claim for damages to their home. The damages were apparently caused by burst pipes and water running into the On basement of the home. November 1 the city turned off the water to repair a line, when the water was turned back on the pressure was so great that it broke pipes in my home and in several of my neighbors homes. I tried to get your insurance company to pay the damages of $240 but they denied that the city was liable, said Herrick. Attorney Frank Warner cautioned that to do so might be a violation of the cooperation clause" in the citys insurance policy City Administrator Phil Schow was instructed by the council to request more investigation by the insurance Mrs. Herrick commented that the insurance company investigator had not even looked at the damage in their home. When Mayor Leon Poulsen suggested that perhaps the city could go ahead and pay the claim City perhaps the Herricks own insurance carrier should pay the claim Dallas George appeared at the to council request meeting clarihcation of the developers of the a Call subdivision concerning carrier. Warner suggested that proposed road through the development "1 understand that the council approved the plan to run a road right next to my property that could be just a few fee! from my house and garage I want to know what the set back requirements are for that road, said George You have had ample opportunity to know about that plan because we liave notified you of the rezone request and we have had public hearings on it. Poulsen said Two DUP camps meet tiflfeOBDS Members of Mary E. Dalton Camp, Daughters of Utah Pioneers met last Thursday at Moms restaurant in Roy for a special Christmas luncheon. The lesson was given by Hazel Byrnes, and gifts were exchanged. Included in the group were LouCeil Gibby, Vera Howe, Velma Nelson, Edna Hayes, Golda Steck, Bernece Butler, Dorothy Walker, Janet' Andrew, Velma Jones and Mrs. Byrnes. Lake View Camp, 53, Daughters of Utah Pioneers met last Thursday at the home of Mable Peterson for their December meeting and Christmas luncheon. Mrs. Peterson gave the lesson and gifts were exchanged by the group Roy City in the past year has made efforts to allow its residential areas to expand. We have incorporated over 100 acres and recently adopted an Annexation Policy Declaration that will allow expansion to include approximately 2,950 additional acres. This would double the current size of the municipal City limits. Roys population is currently estimated at 22,000 and by 1995 a population in excess of 45,000 is projected. Our primary goals are to identify and upgrade the downtown areas and revitalize shopping in Roy. In order to accommodate a plan for future development, revision of our current laws are necessary so the existing residents are not burdened. We have applied for and been successful in receiving State and Federal grants to return some of the tax dollars back to the citizens of Roy. We have received sanitary sewer grants, sidewalk safety, street sign funds, H.U.D. grants for storm water, Knit Wit Club party Km! Wit Club members held their annual Christmas party on Saturday night at the new KanesvilleLDSWard Church. Husbands were special guests for the dinner. Games were enjoyed by the group after dinner, and gifts were exchanged. The group included Henry and Elsie Cottle, Harry and Melba Klee, Blair and Marilyn Beck, Jim and Marilyn Whinham, Gordon and Joyce Madsen, Deb and Betty Wood, Kelly and Ellen Rees, Ed and Jean Harris, Emery and Lynile Buhler, Arnold and Virginia Wursten, and Helen Hubbard, all of Roy; Grant and MaHlyn CYezee, of Mountain Green; Howard and Ruth Bott, of Taylor; Don and LaRae McEntire, of West Point, and Bill and Ruth Samson, of Kanesville. Apprenders hold party curb and gutter and recreation grants, among others, to help keep our community viable. This last year the City was subjected to several financial dilemmas. The loss of several recoccurring federal funds, loss of sales tax, and The December Christmas Party of the Apprender Guild was held at the home of Millie Stevens, assisted by Janell Henderson The program was under the direction of Edna Stokes and Maude Brown. Doris Nemeroff sang several Christmas songs, accompanied by LeAnn Monson. Holly Tillotson played a medley of Christmas music. Gifts were exchanged. Other members present were Elma Anderson, Phyllis Austin, Hazel Byrnes, Nina Chappell, Mildred Clawson, Lorene Foley, Kyle Harrop, June Heiser, Laura Holmes, Elta Jackson, Rose Johnson, Grace Judy, Bertha Larimore, Eileen Larsen, Mae Matis, Beth McEntire, Nola Rundquist, Rhea Stevens, Louise Thompson, Melba Tubbs, Marcelle Weaver, Clara White and Lynile Buhler, lrom the waiting list, and guest Emma Smith. State legislation restricting local governments ability to finance its operation and high inflation have made it extremely difficult to maintain the current level of services. Each department has assessed its level of service and is deeply involved in providing better and more efficient Administration The service. Bach program slated When The Joy of Bach is shown on the TV channels of the Public Broadcasting Service Sunday evening Dec. 23, the members of Our Saviors Lu'heran Church here in Roy will have a particular interest in the program According to the Rev. Charles Riggs, Johann Sebastian Bach, .the composer featured in the film, is one of the most famous Lutherans in history. The one-hocelebration of his life and music was produced by U.S. congregations through the agency, Lutheran Film Associates. An earlier LFA classic, points out Rev. Riggs, was the production, It received two Martin Luther. Academy Award nominations and numerous other honors. Beyond the predictable music of the Christmas Oratorio and the St. John Passion. The Joy of Bach includes such sights and sounds as y , off-be- Virgil Foxs Heavy Organ and Light Show," a Trinidad steel bands Jesu, Joy of Mans playing an electric Moog synl)esiring, thesizer, the jazz beat of the Swingle Singers, a flamenco dancer or- namenting a fugue, and even disco dancers twirling to a contemporary setting of a concerto excerpt. Filming for The Joy of Bach took place in the USA, Canada, England, France and East Germany. The historical vignettes were shot in authentic German settings reflecting church and court life in the early 18th century. In Leipzig, Lutheran Film Associates was able to place cameras St. Thomas in the Church, where Bach was musical director for 27 years. The program will be aired in our area on channel 7, K p.m., Sunday, December 23rd, for your whole family. Its a Christmas gift for our nation from the Lutheran Church! ASWSC set dance, rally are the latest dance and a rally events sponsored by the Associated Students of Weber State College as they continue their campaign to either bring the hostages being held in Iran home for Christmas or send Christmas to them. The Ogden City Council has agreed to allow the students to hold a rally on the steps of the Ogden Municipal Building on Saturday, Dec. 22, at A noon. Bryan Steele, president of ASWSC, said dignitaries and celebrities will be on hand to offer their support. The dance was held in the Dee Special Events Center on Friday, Dec. 21. Proceeds from the $1 admission fee will go towards making Christmas packages to be sent to the American Embassy in Teheran, Iran. Steele said he hopes to put together fifty packages to be sent to the hostages. He has already sent them a Christmas card explaining the efforts being offered in their behalf. Steele said he has received strong support from along the Wasatch Front. He said anyone wishing to make a donation or help in any way should call 626-634- Holiday planned for Roy Employees of Roy City will have a holiday on Christmas Eve. In conjunction with the Federal Holiday System, Mayor Joseph Dawson proclaimed Dec. 24 as a boluLiy in Roy City. whereas The declaration read, Christmas is a lime of giving and showing o appreciation and whereas After some discussion with the city attorney the group concluded that the plan should go through as approved and that the developer could put a mad adjacent to the George property that could run as close as one foot troin his property line. George interred that he might seek to restrain My atdevelopers from doing so torney will need copies of your ordinance and the development plan, said George the Roy City Council and citizens of Roy would like to express ap preciation tothe municipal employees who serve. Now therefore, I, Joseph Dawson, Mayor of the City of Roy, declare Dec. 24, as a holiday in Roy City and wish all of Roy City a Merry Christmas." The Roy City Court has transitioned into the Circuit Court System and is considered one of the most efficient in the State. The Police Department has received 6,032 complaints, or 8 8 per cent more than in 1978. To date they have patrolled 127,372 miles. They have recovered $123,685 in stolen property, as compared to $60,823 a year ago. Arrests other than traffic have increased, adults 27 per cent more and juveniles 55 per cent more than last year. Traffic offenses are up 16 per cent with 3,564 arrest. They have provided Pedestrian Safety lectures to 7,963 people. Also, the department has provided specialized patrol of 1,153 hours. The Fire Department with 7 fulltime positions and 20 volunteers has responded to 235 minor and major fires without losing a single life ad saving over $5 million worth of property. They provide an excellent ambulance service, responding to 350 ambulance calls, and have saved several lives. They have inspected . wver 400 businesses and 170 homes. They have completed flush and flo tests on over 500 fire hydrants and provided maintenance on all their equipment. The Building Inspection Department has provided inspections to 103 single family dwellings, several multiple units, and various commercial structures. There were 157 Department is sending out utility bills every other month. The use of the computer has allowed us to save money on audit expense, pay City bills by taking advantage of discounts and invest City funds in interest bearing accounts. additions and alterations to homes and apartments receiving in- spections. The total valuation on new construction within the last year was $7,869,414. Several new subdivisions are now in the making that will develop approximately 431 new residential homes. The Street Department has been involved in a very extensive street paving project. They have provided chip and seal and overlay to many streets. It has upgraded several intersections by installing drop inlets and pipe to provide better storm sewer. They will provide sand and salt for snow removal to over 1500 miles of street. The railroad crossings at 4800 South, 4000 South and 5600 South have been improved. The Parks and Recreation Department is considered to be one of the best programs in the State. With Bureau of Outdoor Recreation grants we recently installed four new lighted tennis courts at North Park. The Parks Department has painted all the picnic tables, garbage cans and provided maintenance to all the parks. Retaining walls were constructed around all flower beds. A , retaining wall was placed at Municipal Park to eliminate water runoff into homes. Many headstones in the cemetery have been raised while performing regular The Recreation Complex has been busy. A new womens exercise room with weights and various exercise equipment has been provided, as well as scheduled exercise classes. and swimming programs have been initiated providing instruction to all age Several gymnastic groups. Most all Red Cross swimming classes have been offered, parent and tot classes, Boy and Girl Scout classes and aid to the handicapped. The courts racquetball have been renovated with a new high impact wall surface to improve play. The schools have utilized the facility with over 60,000 school visits. Roy High. Roy Jr. High, Sand Ridge Jr. High and nine elementary schools utilize the facility. The Water-Sewe- r Department this last year experienced an extreme winter with 600 meter freezeups. They added 15,000 feet of sanitary sewer lines and over 21,000 feet of culinary water lines, painted three pumphouses and the reservoir tanks. This year has proved to be a busy year.. It is our intent to provide the most efficient economic service possible to the citizens of Roy. It will continue to take hard work, good planning and organization to effect the goals of Roy City. We are dedicated to serve the public and help insure the quality of life we enjoy today. f t 4 4 ! Campaign collects $295,168 Hill Air Force Bases 1979 Com- bined Federal Campaign has come to a close with $295,168 collected and turned over to the Bank of Utah for distribution to 59 northern Utah charities. Dick Chamberlain, a Bank of Utah official who is the CFC treasurer, came to the base Tuesday to officially drive. wind up a month-lon- g In a symbolic ceremony, CFC base officials turned over the amount to Mr. Chamberlain while a guard and a Wells-Farg- o armored car stood by. Representing Hill AFB were Maj. Gen. John J. Murphy, Commander, Ogden Air Logistics Center and Robert Wardleigh, CFC Chairperson. LaRue Ormond, CFC manager at the base, said this years goal was $276,906. The 40181 collected was 107 per cent of the goal, she noted. As the dollar total indicates, Hill AFB military and civilian personnel have shown that they do indeed care about our less fortunate neighbors, Mr. Wardleigh said A special thanks goes to the 600 keyworkers at the base, Mr. WarWTio were totally dleigh added, dedicated to the success of the drive. Their success was shown in the receipts they turned in from the various organizations. Dennis Chugg is the Northern Utah Combined Federal Coordinator. His office is located at Hill AFB. Mr. Chugg said that all of the northern Utah federal agencies involved in the campaign donated $404,000 this year toCFC. There are 41 agencies that participate in the drive including Hill AFB acres recently annexed into Roy city are Joseph Dawson, Mayor, and Richard Kirkwood, The newly annexed property is in the area of 4300 W. near the city landfill manager. INSPECTING THE 100 city |