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Show npaaaqpffMMyfMa pj ywywyapiafcgy aypy-ppuyaii- p F Space Limited, Overcrowded The Salt Lake Tribune, Friday, December 17, 1982 T (F"if It County Studies Alternates to Jail for Drunken Drivers By Jack Fenton Tribune Staff Writer Whether it's flying to the coast for a day of business or taking the family to a good restaurant, youll need reservations because a limited amount of services will accommodate just so many consumers. So, Utah lawmakers looking at tough new laws must realize theres only so much room in the Salt Lake County Jail and drunken drivers competing with criminals for space in the downtown lockup also may need reservations. That was the warning Thursday from concerned members of the countys criminal justice advisory council as they continue searching for a solution to jail overcrowding. Here's an example of the problem: New Measures Judy Brady, director of the state division of alcoholism and drugs, predicts seven drunk driving measures demanding as many as 90 days in jail for some offenders will go to lawmakers next year. Millions and millions of dollars would be needed to finance demands put on local government by those laws, she noted. "You cant look only at picking up bodies (making arrests). Youve Criminal justice advisers stresof philosophy: Should government be contracting at all? What kind of service should it buy, even if costs are right? The cost to county government would depend on the level of treatment and size of the program. More participants, of course, would mean lower unit costs maybe $20 for inpatient care, Ms. Clawson speculated. Outpatient costs could range to $1,600, depending on the level of treatment ordered by probation officers. Dr. David Davies, director of the got to put them (the offenders) somewhere. . .There are a lot of revenue problems when you start mandating sentences. . . mandating sed they have questions treatment. Council members questioned whether county government could reserve its jail space for real criminals and meet demands for mandatory jail terms by giving drunken drivers to private business for treatment and punishment. Plans Proposals y Elyse Clawson of ESR Inc., 24 M St., said that firm would make proposals for inpatient and outpatient treatment of drunken drivers. College, added he opposes the farm county's alcohol and drug abuse program, wasn't at the council meeting. But he later said the $20 figure seems competitive with what the county pays other providers. Working Agreement Such a working agreement might be preferable to a county drunk farm, members agreed. . "I dont know if we could operate a drunk farm for (per patient), acknowledged County concept: "I sometimes think that growing vegetables. . .tending cows . . is a waste of their (prisoners) time and our money," he declared. Private Operations Judge Larry Keller of Salt Lake City's 5th Circuit Court believes theres more philosophy involved in the question of public vs. private operations. Virtually all functions of government could be transferred . . ." he stated. "The philosophy of government is that people are elected to control. Theres much less control with private agencies. much-discusse- d $20-a-da-y Commission Chairman Mike Stewart. Ernest Wright, former Utah director of corrections now teaching criminal justice at Weber State 1 District Plans To Alter Water Rates By George A. Sorensen Tribune Suburban Editor Changes in the cost of water produced and distributed by the Salt Lake County Water Conservancy District in 1983 will range from an increase of 20 percent over this years rates to a decrease of 20 percent for user agencies. Action to set new wholesale water rates in motion was taken Thursday by the districts board of directors, which adopted water a $7,982,769 budget for 1983. The budget is based upon revenues from water sales, both wholesale and retail, taxes from a levy, interest on invested reserves, connection fees and other charges. After nearly an hour of discussion, the board approved a formula for an increase of water transportation fees for three entities. The district transports water owned and used by Sandy, West Jordan and Taylorsville-Bennio- n through its system. ill the week with fun and affordable ideas at Pier 1. Fill Doesnt Meet Expenses In the past, the cost has been $25 but this is not meeting per acre-foexpenses, several staff members explained. Robert B. Hilbert, district manager, said Sandy recently increased its transported water nearly 11 times. It now utilizes its full share of water from Little Cottonwood Creek. This water is treated by the Metropolitan Water District and is transported from the mouth of the canyon to one or more of 16 connections in Sandy. The amount of water rans ported has increased from 450 acre-feto 5,000, Mr. Hilbert said as he asked for the increased fee for transporting water to all three cities. ot this handwoven log basket high Heap and keep the yule fire crackling through the evening. From Romania, reg. 19.99 14 88 et As per Oh, Matches? At gifts? Pier Cost Will Vary The cost of transportation will vary between the entities, but an estimated cost for Sandy is $44.19 1 , matches arent the same old thing. Our imported acre-foo- t. Brass flair. 29C-2.9- linings make them practical for any beverage. Toast in brass! From India. 9 25 This would force an additional on top of increase of $1 per acre-fothe costs established by the board Thursday. It would be even greater during spring and summer months as water demand increases, he said. or mantel with golden highlights. Nickel matches are packaged with Mr. Hilbert urged quick action by the board, pointing out that if the $25 fee is maintained during the three winter months, the district would lose $30,000 per month. goblets grace O off ea. Reg. 7.99 ot can lighten Red, green, white, ivory, blue, yellow, peach, orange, wine 3" Anyone Candles The initial contract with Sandy to will charge $44.19 per acre-fogive Sandy budget planners an idea where to start as they develop their 1983-8- 4 budget. ot The two retail systems operated by the conservancy district will still charge customers 50 cents per 1,000 gallons with a $4 per month minimum. New Rates Entities who will pay more per cubic foot next year and the cost plus percentage of increase are rounds (3',' 6',' reg. 9 1.99-3.9- 19 88 off Zone 1, 31, $117.31, Granger-Hunte- r percent; Kearns Improvement 7.3 District Zone 1, $115.36, 11.1 percent; West Jordan, $85.10, 4.6 percent; West Jordan Zone 4, $144.62, 20 percent; European Taylorsville-Bennio- n beer mugs for You parties and Vi 12 can open your mail a nail file, but an 82" brass letter opener watching bowJ games. percent; South percent; South Jordan Zone 2, $102.30, 11.1 percent; South Jordan Zone 3, $134.01, 11.1 percent; Bell Canyon Irrigation Zone 1, $130.42, 8.5 Jordan, $85.29, 4.7 makes a lovely gift fora pen pal. You ought to have one, too. Hong Kong, reg. 3.99 litre Finn, reg. 3.99 oz. Romanian, reg. 4.99 Co., $86.54, 15.5 percent; Riverton, $142.07, 5 percent; South Salt Lake, 90.11, 5 percent; North Dry Creek Irrigation Co., $102.80, 5 percent; and Magna, $117.31, 6.7 percent. 1 88 288-- 3 Entities which will see water costs drop and the percentage are: Grpnger-HuntImprovement District, $84.96, 5.6 percent; Taylorsville Bennion Improvement District, $94.98, 5.2 percent; Sandy, $98.44, 3 percent; Hercules $71.18, 17.1 percent; Hercules Zone 1, $99.40, 7.1 percent; and Bluffdale, $82.20, 20 percent. Rates will become effective Jan. Sale prices good one week only. Ifie new er -- . Teasets in colorful porcelain. Give a Tea Set and take pleasure in its use the next time you visit. Entire dl Stock 1. 25 GIFT IDEA! ALL SIZES Pier 1 1mports HOMELITE POULAN reg. Salt Lake City 30 West 900 South 1 Murray 6230 SouthAM--State, 359-007- 4 Tt Jt 268-285- KETCHUP, YS 400 So. 800 W. OFF collections CHAIN SAWS t maharlika accent chair. Buri closely woven for strength. 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