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Show SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS News Bryce Canyon National Parks shuttle system to begin in June Council Continued, from Page WEDNESDAY MAY 17, 2000 1 However, the council feels the energy, time and commitment which has been made by the swimming pool committee justifies $ 13 ,000. The funds are available and will be allocated from Parks and Recreation allowing the swimming pool committee to move forward with the feasibility study. Mayor Alvey felt the public swimming pool will be ready by 2001. Council member Sullivan assured the audience the TEA 21 grant is secured. It is currently in the tedious process of red tape but everything is moving Bryce Canyon National Park has been working for several years to implement a shuttle system to enhance the visitors experience, alleviate our current crowded conditions and te assist with anticipated future growth. The park recently selected contractors for the staging area and for the shuttle bus operator, who will furnish the buses and drivers. The system will be implemented the week of June 19,2000. The staging area contractor, Bryce Canyon Resorts, recently began construction of the shuttle syste m staging area located outside i he park at the southeast intersection of Scenic Highway 12 and Highway 63. The staging area includes a 3,072 square ahead as planned. A request by Kanab High School students to name the street running east and west foot transportation center with along th high school be changed restrooms and waiting area, and to Cowboy Way. The road name parking for 250 cars and 50 recchange was approved on the con- reational vehicles. The contractor selected for the tingency all other involved agenshuttle bus operations is Lewis cies also approve. The street Bros. Stages, Inc. The company running north and south under- -' went a name change previously is based in Salt Lake City and and is now designated as Cow- has provided 86 years of passenger transportation service. The boy Drive. Council member Coleman rec- company will provide an ommended Police Chief Crosby experienced management team be awarded his merit increase. to operate the Bryce Canyon Coleman stated, I appreciate National Park Shuttle System. The contractor will be hiring how hard Doug works and how he runs his department. Crosby at least 30 drivers to maintain was increased to a Step I Grade an efficient and smooth running 20. Mayor Alvey added, Doug system during daylight hours. goes after a lot of grants to cover Other staff positions will include: equipment and overtime. We dispatchers, mechanics, bus have a lot to be proud of. Doug cleaners and cashiers. Except for this first implemendeserves a great deal of the tation year, thi shuttle system credit. will Police Chief Crosby requested normally operate within our Season of May 15 and Prime Sergeant Tom Cram be awarded his merit increase. Crosby ex- September 30 of each year. Af plained, Tom does a lot that goes unnoticed. He helps keep me in line. He even reminds me when I need to straighten up. Cram was upgraded to a Step K Grade 16. Council member Sullivan thanked Eagle Scout Chris Hunter and all the volunteers for completing and dedicating the Jan Ott Memorial Park located at the north entrance of the city. Sullivan also thanked Jim and Sharon Willis for planting all of the tulips at the location, which kicked off the park designation this spring. Eric Roper will be completing his Eagle project, putting in a sprinkler system, which will help keep the park at its best. Due to the efforts of a few individuals there will be a floral display of tulips, annuals and perennials to welcome travelers with a splash of color that warms the soul. Jan would be pleased. on-si- te nil .ui 1 nail i. iiiiiuii iimmmuiniii uni nummwmKtmmtmm u i it i UWtolU mji; ter the week of June 19, 2000, the shuttle will operate until end of September. Bryce Canyon National Park recently announced the Prime Season and the increase in entrance fees associated with supporting the costs of our transportation system. The fee during the Prime Season, per private ve- hicle will change from $ 10 to $20. Those visitors who park their vehicles at the staging area, and use the shuttle system will not only save $5, but ride in wonderful new buses instead of circling parking lots waiting for a parking spot to open. The associated transportation fees vary from park to park, based upon the cost of the transportation system, and the fees needed to generate adequate funds to allow the system to be In order for the shuttle system to be as directed by the 1998 Omnibus Management Act, a transportation fee will be collected from all private, vehicles, including visiself-sustainin- g. self-sustaini- ng Fire restrictions in National Forests Due to the growing wildfire lanterns. threat, fire restrictions will go Additional fire restrictions into effect on May 13, 2000, for and closures for small areas the National Forests in Arizona may also be in effect for certain Coconino. areas in the National Forests. (Apache-Sitgreave- s, Kaibab, Prescott and the It is strongly recommended that Tonto). Fire restrictions on the forest visitors obtain the curCoronado National Forest have rent information on been in effect since April 3, prior to depart2000. to forest. Each Nathe ing tional Forest will also be rerestric-ticnsclosur- Under the restrictions: Open campfires will be allowed only in developed campgrounds with existing campfire rings. Smoking will be allowed only in developed campgrounds and recreation sites, inside a building or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter cleared of all flammable materials. Heating and cooking devices such as gas or propane stoves, heaters, etc. are allowed as are leasing individual news releases specific to their area. As the threat of wildfire increases, additional restrictionsdosures may go into effect. Further information on fire restrictionsclosures can also be obtained via the website: http: e www. azfireinfo.com The toll-fre- fire restrictionclosure phone number is: , Forests are a favorite playground for many. HelpSmokey Bear prevent wildfires! non-commerc- ial tors with annual passes. Superintendent Fagergren explained, We want to improve our visitor's experience and remove any possibilities visitors cannot find parking spots or that this park cannot meet fu- ture visitation. These in- creased fees represent the mini- es Subscribe to the Southern Utah News today! TIME TO SAVE on Long Distance mum necessary to assure we can provide these new ser- vices. With South Central's Beginning on May 15, 2000, Prime Season fees will be collected at Bryce Canyon National Park. MIMUTE PlusCustomer Service Local O Competitive Rates O Reliable Quality O Capital Credits Only One Bill Two Great Calling Plans x. If your long distance phone bid is $20 you save money with the discount plan. CaH us for more details! ' Scjlh Centre! rvavvn,,fiTiAMt iWsiJ |