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Show diteria ' , . Page 4A North Edition Lakeside Review Wednesday, September. 26, 1984 ' Commentary Food Program Abused, Needed the program for a 30 percent decline in dairy sales, a decline that it says could be reduced if guidelines were developed and en- .SHELLEY KANCITIS Review Correspondent Note: Correspondent Shellev Kancitis was asked bv certain people to look into alio-'od- d misuses of the government's food give .away program. The following is what she .found.) ' (Editor's forced. But for many people waiting patiently outside the Hillside Senior Center in Roy, the report is a meaningless abstraction. Reality is not being able to afford enough to eat. I come here because I need it. I think its great, said one elderly woman who recently moved into low income housing. As he walked out carrying his cheese and butter in an old grocery bag, a man echoed her comments. I think a lot of people would go hungry without this. 1 really need it. When asked what he thought about reports of abuse, he said, I cant see anyones conscience letting them do that, but I really do need the food. Then there are those who more or less admit they came to get something free. I think its a practical program. Its cheaper than having the government store it. If I dont use it, I give it to someone who needs it," said one woman. Another woman added, Its better than, letting it go to waste. Evelyn Hoogland, director of the Weber County distribution program, said the food is meant for economically deprived county residents who are 60 or older. When you sign the sheet each t jI ROY e Several hundred stood quietly in a very long line spilling into a nearby parking ;ldt, winding its way around rows peo-'pl- of cars. s; 'Some stood over an hour and a half waiting for the main feature. The fare was one pound of butter and three pounds of cheese, plus a;small amount of honey, dried milk, flour, cornmeal or rice for ithe neediest. Officially entitled the Temporary Food Assistance Program, it is a program for people 60 years Old and older who need help, proponents say the free food is desperately needed by elderly people living in poverty. Critics say the program is rid- died with abuse; that many of the people standing in line have plenty of money and are just getting a free ride at taxpayer expense. One Roy City employee gets so angry over the issue he takes a day of personal leave whenever commodities are given out. .;;A recent Government Accounting Office report is largely negative. It criticizes a lack of 'program guidelines and says controls are inadequate to prevent abuse. Conducted in nine states including Utah, the report blames 4 ; well-dress- ed Letters to Editor is dangerous and we are sure they would not take such risks in their own business or personal financing. We now have a $49 million Burn Plant Dirty Politics In County bond debt; $12 million flood damage, education, lake, etc. A 20 year $246 million bond debt will put the citizens even deeper Review Editor: in debt. Where was their loyalty When Councilman Sill stated when they promised if two cities politics is dirty business it did not desire to participate the could apply to the Davis County burn plant would be rejected-whi- ch Commissioners past and present was verified at COG meetactions regarding the burn plant ing. issue. Where was their loyalty when Commissioner Tippetts recentLayton, using its constitutional ly stated if two employees show the bum plant and rights, rejected their loyalty to the county by imthen threatened with of work their proving practices they landfill? Were with the loyal they can be reinstated. The same prinso called Mason & Dixon" Line ciples and loyalties to should ap- in the north the south was ply to our commissioners. Are in telling trouble but which was correccommissioners being loyal when ted Bountiful and BARD landby they aim to squash a citizens pe- fill manager. Engineering studies tition because they say they have verified with proper updatwould give the wrong informaBARD can be extended for ing tion? What they really fear is the in the future and can years many adverse facts concerning the be done available rewithin cup of tea is no informa- sources. tion. BARD landfill manager presAre commissioners being loyal one of the best alternative ented .when the bum plant has been reof Diking the Lake, filling in the three times jected by land and water such as San majority vote? Are commission- dirty New York and other Francisco, ers being loyal when they say any cities. can and city operate participate Advantageous would be 1. in:in the landfills-y- et take measures crease usable land acreage; which to exclude Bountiful, Layton and Clearfield. Without these cities, Davis County needs; 2. BARD the project and risky bond debt is would operate as profitable landfill for the South usage; 3. garbage dead. rates would be for south ;; i Are commissioners being loyal because of not cheaper to having pay for to borrow huge amounts and pay to bum and transportation plant; back later regardless of the bond4. no risky 20 year commitment Which even the bond ing have said is risky." This to bond debt. I non-usa- ge proj-ect-th- time you pick up cheese and butter, it says at the top, I am in need of food assistance. To prevent abuse, new guidelines have been issued that will be in effect beginning with the next distribution. Each person using the program in September was given a leaflet explaining income eligibility requirements. Before, there was no specific criteria to suggest that some people should not get in line. We will be appealing to peoples consciences, said Hoogland. She noted that a dairy industry representative told her the government was purchasing half the amount for 1983 that was bought the previous year. Joyce Bond, director of the Hillside Center, said she was told Are the commissioners loyal when as elected officials their charter is to protect property values and preserve a standard quality of life? By forming the Mason & Dixon line they have no concern for extreme devaluation of 300 plus homes in the north which is equal or could be greater than flood damages to the dom do people realize that when penta-barbita- . program in Evanston, Wy., decreased dramatically after guide? lines were instituted. The line at the Hillside Center dwindled to only 30 people. Pretty soon, the volunteers who worked steadily for several hours will be able to relax and have a of coffee. cup Its been a good morning. Peo stomach shot.) Above all, make certain your veterinarian doesnt or anything else conuse taining succinylcholenechloride, (curare), this is in 1 doesnt flatten the brain thus causing instant death, waves, as does sodium pentabarbital. Instead, it causes paralysis of the muscles. The biggest muscle be T-6- 1, T-6- 1. T-6- ple have been patient and pleasant. Many have exchanged a smile and a thank you for the surplus food. Few volunteers are have enough to think that every person who took food was in desperate need. But most are convinced that, for many people standing in line, the yellow bricks of cheese and butter look as good as gold. ing the heart. Above all, spend the final moments holding your pet, be with him. He gave you his love, totally and without reservation or question. Give your faithful pal a final kindness, a painless and loving goodbye. Leigh Englebrecht Bountiful , south. In return, the north tax dollars are supporting the damages of not the same consideration be given for all property damage impact? Is loyalty to over citizens push vote commit to 20 years to technology that will be outdated next five years; not objectively investigate other alternative on the pretense we do not have time. The cities who rejected the project should propose to sell their garbage to the district and put the plant in Farmington, By rejecting for the third time the citizens majority vote, the commissioners have not proved their loyalty or work practices. At election time, it is hoped that the citizens will vote out such and vote in government by the Katy-Seghe- people. rs ake a Walk Through Time . 1 two-thir- the time comes, they could be exposing their pet to a hideous death, instead of a peaceful and painless one. Please insist that your veteril, narian use only sodium of that using only intervenous method of lethal injection (do not allow the heart or number of people using the the Kenneth S. Reed Clearfield ds under-;write- rs Death for Animals Can Be Painless Review Editor: Few experiences in our lives are as difficult and shattering to us as losing a beloved pet. Sel- - - The Paper Factory Outlet-- A Soco i l w v Special Place for Party U Goods..... os00 COUPON Annual Antique Car and Doll Show! See Its the 3rd cars from the Golden Spike Empire Vintage GOOD BUYS- - Streamers Holiday Party Decorations Center Pieces Garlands Tissue Balls Colorful Placemats Napkins, Beverage, Lunch & Dinner & Plastic cups, Plates & Colorful Paper Utensils Fine Quality Gift Warp 12t Ft. Banquet Table Cover Rolls 40x100' ASK ABOUT VOLUME DISCOUNTS Poly Backed Table Covers .69t ea. 12 Balloons wHellum .45 ea. . Catering Supplies Pinatas $6.99 ea. Much, Much more... 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