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Show X MSOC. UUH FaKS E. 3ri SO. SMs cn 171 sUll THa SUN CMBONiai it pvfcIMiM Mahly at Kay. U'fc laM aataa pmi4 at Scy. Utah rlyllaa MOT t" (II 'laaaM.Singlya ymi ayy Mi 107 toy. Ltiak 14047. Utah 04047 Sun Chronicle Vol. 31 No. 31 (USPS 526.420) 1 1 i A I hr 4 fj i 41 a.llaaal . I K f lie, yrlia, II aat. Writs JO. a ttraat aMiaa MM I. 100 w Oy Roy. Utah July 30, 1980 Kksv mrosiy fe agency fop dIewBDcpinieiniti Faced with real problems in the deterioration of the citys business district and haphazard rezoning for commercial development along 1900 West, the Roy City Council Tuesday took steps toward the formulation of a city redevelopment agency. CSty Attorney Roger Dutson was given the responsibility of drawing up an ordinance creating a redevelopment agency after the council listened to a proposal from an urban for a redevelopment company shopping complex at the intersection of 1900 West and Riverdale Road. The council will review the ordinance at its next council meeting spark competition with existing businesses and encourage them to upgrade their surroundings. He said a new shopping complex usually has a beneficial effect on other businesses in nearby areas by increasing overall retail spending but can hurt commercial enterprises. He said his firms proposal for the area includes large plazas and open areas with an emphasis on landscaping to beautify the city. Mayor Joseph Dawson said the concerned about our council is we certainly merchants present dont want anybody to go out of business. But, we have to take some steps to move ahead or we are going to fall further behind," he said. The city is interested in an overall effort to upgrade all commercial areas in the city, not just this particular area, the mayor said. This might be just one phase of what the city wants to do for our entire commercial district. marginal Aug. 12. The redevelopment agency would make it possible for the city to attract desirable commercial developments through the use of bonding help finance individual projects. In connection with the citys efforts to move toward the revitalization of existing commercial building of approximately 18,000 square feet, with smaller shops joining the larger stores. Troup told the council the current trends in the business district of Roy are alarming. He said Safeways recent move out of the city is indicative of possible future disintegration in the commercial area. He said the new complex would areas, the council also voted to deny consideration of any further requests to change the zone of frontage property along 1900 West to a commercial zone until the council can make changes in its current master plan. Councilman N. Lynn Taylor cast the only opposing vote cm that motion. The master plan will have to be upgraded and changed to designate blighted areas and target areas for commercial redevelopment, Dutson said. Michael Troup and Preston Nailor, representing the firm of Akerlow, Thomas, Dyer, presented drawings of a shopping complex they are proposing to develop on 14 acres on corner property between the Bamberger Railroad tracks on the east and the curve of Riverdale Road where it intersects with 1900 West on the west, south to about 5400 South. The shopping center, which Nailor called an open mall, would include 20 to 30 stores, with two major businesses as anchors. Nailor said his firm has a strong letter of interest from Safeway, and, if the center is built, Safeway would probably be one anchor store. He said each of the two major anchor stores would be housed in a building of about 40,000 square feet. A smaller anchor store would utilize a Roy OKs apartment building The Roy City Council Tuesday approved a conditional use permit for Rudell Willey to build an eightplex at 3880 Midland Dr., subject to the resolution of water line problems in the area. Public Works Director Max A. Reeves told the City Council the city could extend an existing water line north to the property if the eightplex and a duplex planned by Willey can guarantee10 hookups, resulting in 10 water connection fees to the city. The council voted to approve the use permit if Willey gives the city a commitment for 10 connections. In other business, Councilman Richard Ulibarri told the council the Weber County Solid Waste Board is considering closing the county landfill on seven holidays each year. The facility is currently open every day of the year. He warned the councilmen the action might cause problems for the citys garbage hauler. City Attorney Roger Dutson said he would study the implications for the city. Ulibarri also said the board is Arm in a recent decision to change the opening hour of the facility to 7 a m. from 6 a.m. despite objections from Roys garbage hauler. The council also set a public hearing Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. on a rezoning request from Jack Eves to change the zone of property at 5150 S. 1900 W. from R4 multiple housing to C2, (commercial). The council heard a report from John Nicholas on a planned moto-cros- s bicycle race in conjunction with Roy Days on Aug. 19. Nicholas told the council the BMX type of racing is gaining popularity in the city. He said he will propose regular races next summer as a youth recreation project. MOVING A SACK of bricks, construction crews are transforming Roy Junior High School by addition of a new gymnasium and shop area and dhioD project progpessomig Councilman Earl Morris emphasized that a redevelopment agency would work to improve the entire business area. We have some real problems here, he said. In answer to a question from Stanley Porter, Dawson said the city would have the option to condemn property for the proposed center, but stressed that condemnation would not be considered unless other methods of obtaining property faded. Dutson said tax increment bonding and industrial revenue bonds are often used as a means for cities to help commercial development. He said the city would have no obligation to pay back the bonds that obligation would rest with the tenants of the center. He cited the development of Hilton Hotel in Ogden, where both methods of bonding are being used to help finance the project. These are ways the city can use to encourage commercial development while avoiding heavy obligations, he said. Troup said the next move is the citys in regard to support for his firms proposed development. Dutson indicated some form of municipal bonding would be the only way the center could be developed. A redevelopment agency can be formed quite simply, Dutson told the council. But, after it is formed, it must designate target areas, draw up maps and plans and hold public hearings, so there is some time lag before Ann action can be taken. The council has to make the major decision whether it wants to go into the redevelopment business, he said. Mayor Dawson said I can see nothing but good coming out of this action. A project of this magnitude needs the full support of the community, and I would appeal to all our residents to get behind the effort. We have to have those tax dollars to exist, he said. This will enhance shopping opportunities for residents and help the entire business area. The council emphasized that the redevelopment agency, once formed, will work to improve all existing commercial areas in the city. Councilman Richard Ulibarri pointed out that there are several requests pending to rezone property along 1900 West to commercial zones. We need to decide where our emphasis is going to be we cant be all things to all people, he said. We need a master plan that outlines our philosophy so people will know where we are coming from. If we keep acting on each singular request, we could end up with a raunchy city in the near future. Dutson indicated the citys current master plan would have to be changed of a to meet requirements redevelopment agency before the agency could act. Councilman Taylor, voting against Ulibarris motion to deny further rezoning requests for property along 1900 West, said he believes each request may have merit and should be considered. remodeling of cafeteria, science and kitchen facilities. Part of the project was expected to be completed by the opening of school. Dr. William Reese, principal of Roy School, says hard hats may become a familiar sight on the campus during the coming year as work progresses on a $2.3 million construction project. The project, which got under way in May, involves construction of a new gymnasium and shop area as well as extensive remodeling of existing facilities. While scheduled completion date for the entire project is the summer of Junior High a portion which includes remodeling of the schools science department, was expected to be completed by the first day of 1981, 1980-8- 1 classes, Aug. 25. I have some doubts whether that part of the work will be completed by that date, Dr. Reese said. We might Jy wearing hard hats around here for a while, he laughed. The contract for the project, the second largest construction project and will be used both as a cafeteria and an auditorium. Cafetoriums are being widely adopted in area schools to save costs of constructing two separate facilities. going on in the Weber County School District this summer, was awarded to D.J. Construction of Ogden. Crews have been busy all summer with different phases of the project. The major portions of the work will involve construction of a new gymnasium and shop facility for student activites and classes. The present shop building will be revamped to be used as a new art complex for students. The present cafeteria and kitchen facilities will be moved from the schools basement to the area presently serving as the gymnasium. The area will be called a cafetorium " The science rooms will receive new cabinets, fixtures and equipment as the first phase of the project. After the new gym and shop areas are completed, remodeling work will begin to New events planned Reese said moving the cafeteria and kitchen will solve some problems school has had with the water and sewer systems on the basement level. make existing facilities fit their new uses. Reese said plans for the project have been in the works for nearly two years. At one point, parents expressed concern that the district was not moving ahead rapidly enough to get the project under way. A projected completion date of Jan. has been set for the new gym and shop. After the work is finished, renovation of the old facilities will begin. Reese says he doesnt expect the construction to disrupt classes too much. Well be shifting classes around somewhat during the year as the work progresses, but I believe well be able to handle the inconvenience, he said. 1 ffflatfoeson to give address at Roy Days Gov. Scott Matheson will be the featured speaker apd participant in Roy Days activities Aug. 23, celebration planners announced Tuesday. Gov. Matheson will ride in the celebration parade beginning at 10 a.m. Aug. 23 and will deliver an address at Sand Ridge Park following the parade at 11:30 a.m. Traditional park activities will follow at the park including games, booths, continuous entertainment and the annual Historical Arts and Crafts Exhibit. Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. A merchants sale is planned for Aug. 16, with Roy businesses offering a variety of bargtiins during the entire day. A BMX bicycle moto-cros- s race is scheduled as another new event on Aug. 19 at 4:30 p.m. at 1900 W. 5000 S. John Nicholas is supervising that event. Several new events and activities for all ages have been added to the annual Roy Days calendar for this years celebration, according to Kurt Anderson, chairman. Reflections of under way on gets formally Aug. 16 and continues through Aug. 23. However, a week of tennis competiton in conjunction with the celebration will begin. Aug. 11 and is expected to attract about 250 competitors, both male and female, in several age groups. A fashion show and symposium will be a Arst for Roy Days this year. Roy Days, themed You, Tournament coordinator, Ernie Jones of 2103 W. 5750 So., Roy, says dates of the matches will be Aug. 6 at various courts in and around Roy. Entry deadline is Monday. We are expecting a record turnout for what I feel will be the most competitive tournament ever, Jones said. All matches will be the best of three sets. Regular scoring will be used 11-1- under United States Tennis Roy High School class plans reunion 10-ye- ar The Roy High School Gass of 1970 is reunion Aug. 8 and planning a 9 with dinner-danc- e and family picnic highlighting the event. 10-ye- On Aug. 8, former classmates will meet at the Ogden Elks Lodge, 2527 A social Grant, for a dinner-danchour will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 8 p.m. A program is planned with prizes to be given to class members having the most children, youngest children, having been married the longest length of time and the shortest length of time. Dancing will follow at 8:30 p.m. On Aug. 9, a family picnic will be held at Grand View Park, located at e. 39th near the in Ogden. McKay-De- e 13-1- 4, 15-1- 17-1- Applications further and in- formation may be obtained by calling 8 Ernie Jones at or Roy recreation office at The fashion show and symposium will be the first ones in Roy Days, history, according to coordinator, Mary Benik. The thing that makes this unique is that local merchants will employ residents of Roy as models, no professional models will be used, Ms. Benik said. We want to stay away from the New York Paris fashion scene and just use people with normal bulges, wrinkles and spare tires. Merchants 773-579- 825-220- 5. have Hospital Qiildren of class members are invited and families should bring their own lunches. Soft drinks and ice cream will be provided and games and other activities are planned for children and adults. Reservations should be made by Friday, but all class members are ur.jed to attend, even though they might not have made reservations. Cost is $15 per person for those who wish to attend both the dinner-danc- e and the picnic or $4 for the picnic alone. For more information, and to mrke reservations call Clair Heslop, 773-839- Association tournament rules along with the nine point Default time is 10 minutes from scheduled time of match. The time of match will be posted in local newspapers for the first round and will be available thereafter at the Roy Municipal Courts, 2200 W. 5700 So. Entry fee is $2 and for singles and $3.50 for doubles. Entry deadline will be Monday. Fee must accompany entry blank. There must be six entries per division mens and womens single, double, and mixed; categories are: Open, A, B, or C. Boys and girls will play according to the following age groups: recruited housewives, businessmen, construction workers and students to show off their fashions for work and play. The date will be Aug. 21 in the Roy p.m. The High Auditorium from cafeteria will be used by local businesses to display hard and soft 7-- goods. Refreshments will be served. Other activities on the calendar of events include a baby contest and Miss Roy pageant, both on Aug. 16 at and Roy High School, religious services Aug. 17 at 7:30 at the Roy High School stadium. Another new feature will be a soft-bagame between the Roy Police and ll Are department Aug. Park. 20 at Sand Ridge Other sporting events will include a run for fun and a golf tournament at times to be announced later. On Aug. 22 there will be a short ceremony at the Weber County Hospital to dedicate a memorial plaque donated for a small cemetery behind the hospital. That evening a stomp will be held at Roy High School. Sketches of AMERICANISMS By D. Horner However the American language started, it is here to stay. It has drifted far enough away from the mother tongue that perhaps we should have an American-Britis- h Dictionary. Americans have been cleverly inventive in adapting the English language. Our language has many fanciful coinages, spiced with colloquial color, but as deAned by our peculiar usage become Americanisms. s What could better describe a person, especially thinking about the thinly populated southern mountains, than the label of a hillbilly. Or for describing a small amount in value, calling it (in negative terms) worth a hill of beans. A hole in the wall, is an imaginative term for a small, dingy room or shop, hideout, etc. But the home stretch isnt stretching the imagination of racing fans who watch horses round the last turn to the finish line, nor the weary mail carrier finishing the route. The is now so old, it symbolizes anything that is as or outmoded as that mode of transportation. Users of the American language, considering the excellent choice of descriptive usage employed, could say that there are some real humdingers in our tongue. back-wood- horse-and-bug- |