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Show pest control plant disease control, truit and vegetable inspection, plant pest control plant disease control fruit and vegetable inspection, pesticide programs, agricultural development projects and a variety of other functions and services performed by the Department of Agriculture during the past biennium, 1976. 30, to June 1, July In addition to the narrative report, Utah biennial agriculture report is now available If You Eat. We Are Involved," ia emphasized in the 1976 Biennial Report of the Utah State Department of Agriculture. Making sure food products used by Utah consumers are wholesome and of high quality is our major responsibility," explains Commissioner Joseph H. of Utah Francis, Department s of Agriculture. Approximately the Departments budget is to provide consumer-relateservices to the public. Our services extend from the inspection of eggs and bacon to the testing of scales and measuring devices." These and other services and programs of the Department are explained in the re oently released Bicentennial Edition of the 1976 Biennial Report of the Utah State Department of Agriculture. As required by state law, a written report two-third- d and functions the detailing of the responsibilities Agricultural Department must be delivered to the Governor and legislature every two idle now, the play equipment that was installed last fall in the Myton park has proven to be popular with the young people of the area. The double slides, 'as well as animal rides, provide many hours of RESTING UP-Alth- ough entertainment. Utahs financial condition is considered excellent Utah's financial condition is considered excellent despite the fact that state expenditures were slightly in excess of revenues last year. This evaluation was presented by Utah Foundation, the private tax research organization, in an analysis of state revenue and expenditures for the 1976 fiscal year. According to the Foundation report. Utah state revenue last year totaled compared with general of $908,857,460. Excluded expenditures from these totals are revenues and expenditures from restricted grants for research and other purposes at Utah's colleges and universities and operating funds of the University of Utah Hospital The excess of state spending over state revenue in fiscal 1976 is accounted for mainly by the unusually large outlay for unemployment compensation payments. Unemployment benefit payments last year exceeded unemployment benefit revenue (employer taxes. Federal contributions, and reserve fund earnings) by $16.4 million. This deficiency was met by drawing on balances in the unemployment reserve fund which was established to guarantee benefit payments during periods of high unemployment. Unemployment tax rate schedules have now been adjusted upward to preserve the adequacy of the unemployment reserve fund. Total state revenue rose by $162 million, or 22 last year. The Foundation study points out that increased Federal aid and higher tax yields resulting from continued inflation and economic growth were the major elements in this strong revenue growth. In addition, 1976 receipts were pushed up by the individual income tax hike authorized by the 1975 Utah Legislature and by the recording of receipts charged during the previous year but not actually collected until after fiscal year. the start of the 1975-7Taxes accounted for $505 million, or of total revenue receipts last year. 56 Federal aid (including Federal revenue $895,938,012, sharing funds) amounted to $304 million, of the state revenue total. The or 34 remaining $87 million resulted from tuition fees, charges for services, interest earnings, and other miscellaneous earnings. The Foundation report observes that education accounted for $403 million, or 44 of all state spending in Utah. Included in this total was $144 million for higher education, $233 million for state aid to local schools, and $25 million for other educational purposes. In addition to these state expenditures for education, substantial amounts from locally-raise- d funds are spent on education. When all state and local expenditures are included, spending for education in Utah amounted to $590 million last year. Because of the recent recession, total expenditures for unemployment benefits and employment security administration rose by nearly $24 million to $84 million during fiscal 1976. As noted, this usually large outlay was met by drawing on reserve fund balances accumulated from taxes on employers for that purpose. Other major areas of state spending in Utah last year, as indicated by the Foundation report, include highways $137 million, public welfare $104 million, health and hospitals - $34 million, and natural resources $32 million. It was emphasized that these expenditures are for state operations only and do not include disbursements by local units of government. years. This Bicentennial Edition contains a brief history of one of the oldest agencies of state government," says Commissioner Francis. The 1976 Biennial Report was undertaken as a special bicentennial project by the Department to commemorate our nation's anniversary and also to reflect back on Utah's agriculture and state government" Contained in the publication is a history of the various agencies and entities of state government that were established by the legislature to assist agriculture and consumers from 1896 to the present Department of Ariculture which was created in 1969. The report serves as valuable reference in tracing the development of state laws governing agriculture. The Biennial Report better informs the citizens of Utah about the broad range of public services performed and being performed by this branch of state government. Farmers and consumers alike benefit from activities of the Department, says Mr. Francis. Each year the consumer requires more inspection and grading to insure a wholesome, high quality food product," explains Mr. Francis. Take our food inspection service activities for example. During the biennium of 1972-7- 4 only 8,649 inspections were made on various food establishments, milk producers and meat establishments. processors, rendering plants and retail markets. However, in the 1974-7biennium, 14,340 increase inspections were conduct ed-6 an historical pictures ' products, possible deceit and fraud, aaid the Commissioner. The Department has ongoing programs to assist the consumer by extensive inspection of food products, processing and distribution; and assisting agribusinesses to process and distribute the moat wholesome products available; and assist producers to economically produce abundant quantities of crops, livestock and livestock products. The report covers meat inspection, brand inspection, animal and poultry health programs, food inspection, weights and measures inspection, plant Air Force changes educational opportunities According to Msgt ames E. Schneider, Recruiter, the following change has been made to the Educational opportunities within the Air Force. Under a Recent Decision by the U. S. Commissioner of Education, Enlisted Air Force personnel can now earn Associate Degrees through the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF). This Landmark Decision was reached Local Air Force after extensive review by the OPEN Federal held open house all week to show off their spacious new offices and new savings and loan facilities that are available. r- HOUSE-Dese- ret -Instant s Reply Department of Defense, The Congress, and the U. S. Office of Education, said Air Force Chief of Staff General David C. Jones. It marks the first time in History that a Military Agency has been given the authority to grant degrees to members of the Enlisted Force. General Jones further stated that Mufflers $l2is Shock Absorbers the CCAF authority adds a New dimension to the recognition, prestige, and career development of (Air Force) Noncommissioned Officers. For more information on this and other important changes contact Msgt James E. 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Moon Lake Electric IRS free ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS assistance available assistance for taxpayers preparing their 1976 tax returns FTee is now rn the Uintah Basin il We're here to help you at Salt Lake Prices We bring samples to your home to make shopping for your new carpet more convenient We have every kind of carpet - sculptures, plushes, shags, splushes, commercial, kitchen, remnants It's our first big week In the Basin so the savings will be even greater If you buy now. Phone Brad 848-S55- 0 or 738-269- 4 "Wb Disctanl Everything, but qaalHf the throughout publication show scenes of some of the early days in Utah agriculture. Copies of the Utah State Department of Agriculture Biennial Report 1976 may be obtained from the Utah State Department of Agriculture, 147 North 200 West, Salt Lake City. UUh 84103. Other functions of the Agricultural Department have likewise expanded to keep pace with a growing economy; and consumer and fanner requests. Those engaged in agriculture and consumers in general deserve and require protection against dangerous' BROTH In saucepan combine 2 cans il0i oz. eachi condensed beef 6 Febfuory 3. 1077 STANDARD of 66 percent. -- broth, l'z soup cans water. 1 small bay leaf and 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind. Simmer a few minutes to blend flavors; stir occasionally. Remove bay leaf. Serves four cups. 7a in is available in various formats from the Internal Revenue Service, the IRS said. Knowing where to find assistance is particularly important this year, because of the changes in the tax law for tax year 1976 in such areas as child care expenses, income received during retirement, disability pay, and business use of a home, to name a few. The quickest and handiest source of IRS tax information is the tax package mailed recently to taxpayers. In addition to answering many questions, the tax package also includes order blanks for obtaining free publications from the IRS. The publications cover a variety of topics, including: medical deductions, charitable contributions, tax benefiti for older Americans, alimony payments, the Earned Income Credit, and how to apply for an extension of time to file. The IRS also provides help over the telephone for taxpayers who cannot find answers to questions in their tax telephone numbers packages. Toll-fre- e for IRS offices are listed in the packages. The best times to call are 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. and all day on Thursdays, when the lines are least busy. Taxpayers may also visit the nearest IRS office for assistance. FEBRUARY 5th Saturday, February 5th is the date for this year's Annual Meeting. The place is Roosevelt Junior High School, Roosevelt, Utah. IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO, MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND!! Registration Dinner Begins at 10:00 A.M. Closes at :00 P.M. 1 1:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. Business Meeting Begins at 1:00 p.m. 1 Door Prizes Will Be Awarded To Lucky Winners Grand Prize - Micro-Wav- e Oven & |