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Show I Iftm Iigiui p mupwyw "I W in gTM k4 TT-- H "OwHl &' Farmington Council candidates ready for general election Patricia Paul R. Reid Achter N. Paul E. White Ill stand on my proven track record, said Patricia N. Achter as she tossed her hat into the ring as a candidate for the Farmington City Council. Achter has served on the city council for the past eight years and as the last four years has served as mayor pro tern. I feel this is a critical time in Farmington is the last city in Davis County with the potential to Farmingtons history. Additional rather than reactive to our present develop and grow in a way that will compliment each of its citizens, said Paul R. Reid, candidate for the Farmington City Council. I want to continue to listen to citizen input and contribute management recommendations which will be proactive growth is inevitable. We are receiving increased pressure for more and more development. This demands careful planning. 1 believe with open discussion and input from citizens we can set goals and decide priorities, she said. As a member of the city council, Achter has initiated the Historic Preservation Commission, promoted the youth city council, and advocated development of the Shepard Lane, Farmington Pond, Woodland ported enhanced fire protection services. Achter has a B.S. and M.Ed from the University of Utah and is currently a teacher in the Gifted and Talented Program in the Salt Lake City School district. and South Farmington Parks. I want to preserve and beautify our historic downtown area and also acquire and preserve open spaces throughout the community, she of Farmington, has announced We need to manage growth to maintain Farmingtons Council. I believe in public service and think all public officials said. home-tow- n flavor, said Achter. She has been actively involved in preserving the spirit of a home-tow- n community by fostering volunteerism and community sponsored events including Festival Days and Farmingtons Pioneer Holiday. As we grow, however we need to remember police and fire protection services, said Achter. I supported police coverage expansion to protection and have sup 24-ho- ROAD continued from front roads in the proposed Harley and Jean Evans Subdivision (2060 North Street and Emerald Oaks Drive), developed at the twelfth hour when Scott Lloyds, property owner on the east side of the pro- posed development, asked the Farmington City Council to hold off making a decision for a few weeks. We are in favor of the development of the Evans property, but we have reservations about the plan, he said. The present proposal restricts our access. You will land lock a portion of Fruit Heights. City council members have met with the city council and mayor of Fruit Heights to try to resolve the future road situation, but the road master plan is stalled in Fruit . Heights, said Gary Elliott, city a a a a a Texas & life style. Reid has extensive experience in planning for Farmingtons future. He has served on the planning commission, two of those years as its chairman. He has served on the open space committee and for four years on the Highway 89 Economic Development Committee. Presently he is administrator of he wants to see managed growth. He believes citizen participation in future planning is a vital key in ensuring Farmington retains its unique heritage while meeting Department of Pathology at the University of Utah. In his proactive style, Reid development challenges. Careful analysis of our communitys police and fire departments will be essential as our city continues to grow and demand extended services, he said. Larry Haugen Larry Haugen, lifetime resident his Gary E. Elliot candidacy for the Farmington City Incumbent Gary E. Elliott has announced his intention to run for a should be responsible and accountable to the citizens for their official actions, he said. Im concerned aboyt taxes and spending, said Haugen. I dont believe in smoothing things over, either its right or wrong, theres no ask why on gray ground. we are doing this? things: Why Why are we spending the money? Im not against growth, as long as it is productive growth. I want to councilman. We have done all we can do with the Master Planning and our ordinances prohibit our planning for Fruit Heights. I move we accept the resolution. With that the city council, after years of negotiations and compromise with residents in the area, and careful analysis of the future collector road needs of the area, unanimously adopted the approval of the extension of Summerwood Drive (2060 North Street and Emerald Oaks Drive) to connect to the Harley Evans property. Evans property will be subdivided into not more than 16 lots in accordance to his sketch plan and he will be required to provide in the subdivision plan for a dedicated and fully improved public street to extend north to within three feet of the Fruit Heights border on the north end of the subdivision. accomplishing his goals. He has served for the last eight years as the emergency preparedness volunteer director, he is a former member of the city council, has coordinated Farmington soccer and worked as a member of the Lions Club and the Farmington Kiwanis Club. He recent- ly received the District Award of Merit for 28 years of active service in the Boy Scouts of America. mm "v Paint to 35 F this Fall preserve Farmingtons great heritage, particularly the down town area, he said. He has owned and operated the family business, which is located on Main Street, for 20 years. I Council. want to work to maintain the want to continue our I family oriented heritage, he said. Elliott gives some practical ways downtown historic district, He said. He and wife, Julie, and sons, Zachary and Nicholas live in central Farmington in a 150 year old pioneer home. He plans an active grass roots campaign, meeting with citizens to see what their concerns and issues are as well as sharing his views on issues. Haugen has extensive management experience he would like to share with Farmingtons citizens as a .member of the city council.- - He'; he would like to accomplish that goal. I want to provide enrichment opportunities for all, especially our youth; maintain Farmingtons repu- majoring in business management and economics. zen input into city government. see CANDIDATES " pg. A3 tation for cleanliness and open i INTERIOR TOP LINE LATEX ALL ONE PRICE REG. spaces: stop unlawful trash dumping; and promote tree planting on our foothills. EXTERIOR TOP LINE ACRYLIC Flat or Low Lustre REG. 2995 2895 NOW $2295 NOW $2400 Medium Gloss or Gloss Some other areas of concern, noted Elliott are careful and continual authentication of the Citys Master Plan, creating innovative financing without tax increases and continued encouragement of grass roots citi- attended Weber State College Sherpa Lined Jackets Boots (Prewashed Blue) Reg.$100 Whites vast background as a volunteer for the city will help him in iMJH yxgso Laredo departments. mm Ill Mens A A city council person needs to keep in touch with the needs and feelings of the citys citizens, said Paul E. White, candidate for Farmington City Council. Farmington City has a unique character that has been cultivated over the years by its long history and citizens. This quality of life that we experience is in jeopardy of changing over the next few years. The factors that will affect Farmington City are happening around us in neighboring communities. 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