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Show Commission brief THE SAN JUAN RECORD Wednesday, June 27, 2001 - Paga 2 Case of human plague reported in San Juan County The Southeastern Utah Public Health Department has been notified of a case of hu- man plague in San Juan County. The patient was treated in Shiprock, NM. Plague is caused by a bac- June 27 Wednesday Blanding and Monticcllo City Council meetings held at respective City Offices, 7 pm. June 28 Thursday Utah Navajo Trust Fund and Dinch Committee meeting atTecc, 10 am. July 2 San Juan County Commission Monday meeting at County Courthouse, 10 am. Tuesday July 3 teria which is carried by fleas that feed on infected rodents. Human plague is very rare. Most cases occur during summer months when people are active outdoors and flea activity is greatest. Plague appears in one of three forms. Bubonic plague (the most common), septicemic and plague, Symptoms of septicemic plague include high fever, Monticcllo Planning Commission meeting at City Office, 6:30 pm. Monticello City approves $6 million budget by Logan Dowell The Monticello City Council approved a $6 million budget at a June 15 council meeting. The budget includes $4.3 million in the general fund and over $1.7 million in enterprise funds. chills, severe malaise, headache, delirium, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, coma and death if not diagnosed. Bubonic plague would have these same symptoms but also swelling of the lymph nodes in the groin, armpits, or neck. Bodily fluids, if handled carelessly, can lead to spread of the dis- ease. Symptoms usually start two to six days after exposure. Anyone can get plague, though young people under Capital outlays in the enterprise fund include city-wid- carry plague-infeste- fleas d 18-ho- le (especially in areas where plague is present). Clinic in Monticello on the move In a desire to further the serat the San Juan Health Services District the districts clinic in Monticello is moving. The old location in the back of the hospital has proven to be disjointed'' for patients. A new location at the entrance to the hospital will simplify procedures. Previously, the clinic entrance was at the back of the hospital. Streamlining the operations at the hospital and more effective utilization of facilities is the goal of the new management of the health district. Along with the change of lo-- vices cation, the clinic will open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The admitting desk for inpatient and outpatients will be open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The hospital is also pleased at the addition of Dr. Jay Reddy, the Internal Medicine physician having additional training in geriatrics. Dr. Reddy is on staff and seeing patients regularly. The change in location of the clinic and processing is seen by the staff as a positive and needed move. They invite the community to come by and see the new setting. s s s s Table Info 56 July 7- -8 Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Sunday 9 am - 4 pm Buy V Juan Counseling $17,900. Local match for the grants is $20,028; approved a recommendation NOT to ban fireworks two days before and after July 4. The recommendation was despite the current dry conditions in the county; heard a report on a the damages. Sell Two mechanics rejected offers to fix it due to extensive frame damage, so the county will sell the van and buy a new van; approved an agreement with the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands to budget $42,516 ' toward wildland fires. The Division will cover any expenses exceeding $42,516; approved an agreement with the Forest Service to reconstruct the Hang Dog Road. The reconstruction is funded by private individuals; and approved a building permit for Kyle Eisenhart for a home at the Old Happy Jack mine site in White Canyon. ' KH) riRENGHINGi? Dont get beat up with a shovel or walk behind trenchers Let us do the work for you at $60 per hour Most sprinkling systems take hours -- Lincoln Park Barn S S s I 801-466-75- ed for expenditures t flea-infest- wrecked Senior Citizens van. The county received $10,952 Grand Junction, CO electric system. expansion project. In addition to the expansion, a maintenance building, restrooms, and pumphouse will be built. 2. Avoid into homes and occasionally transmit infection by their bites and scratches. Everyone should avoid handling rodents, especially dead or diseased ones. Dont attempt to care for sick rodents. Large numbers ofdead or Bick rodents should be reported to GUN SHOW possible repurchase of the include $1.5 million to complete the golf course areas months. summer during 3. Use insect repellents containing DEET on your skin or pyrethrin on your elothing. Be sure to follow the directions on the container and wash off repellents when going indoors. 4. Provide pets weekly flea treatments with flea powder infected fleas. Domestic pets, particularly house cats may Wasatch Gun L.L.C. e $500,000 to finish a sewage project. $790,000 is in a fund in preparation for the Capital pneumonic plague. The type reported was septicemic plague. Bubonic plague is rarely transmitted from human to human. Fortunately, this disease responds well to treatment if recognized and treated early. the age of 20 seem to have the the health department. In adgreatest risk, probably be- dition, the following precaucause their activities are more tions should be followed; 1. Wear long sleeved shirts likely to bring them in contact with the bacteria. The most and long pants, tucking pant common cause of plague in legs into socks, when camping humans has been the bite of or hiking. by Logan Dowell At the June 25 meeting of the San Juan County Commission, Commissioners: approved a $60,092 Social Services Block Grant with funding as follows: College of Eastern Utah $4,000; Rocky Mountain Health $15,792; San Juan County Area Agency on Aging $22,400; and San Admission $5 Children 12 & Under FREE Clip this coupon for s $1 off admission price 1- -2 at NORTHERN Call us 435-678-24- 15 Because ii,. really matters,, .Because it really it , . Trade iel f'y San Juan County Discover The Secret Of The Sheriff Mike Lacy ay 13 April 16-M- Assault Aggravated assault Domestic violence Theft Cattle theft Burglary Vehicle burglary Stolen license plate Unattended death Possess alcohol Drug possession Marijuana possession Possess paraphernalia Witness tampering Calf hit Welfare check Vin inspection Unreported accident Motorist assist Warrant cleared Accident investigated 3 1 3 1 1 1 1 2 2 6 5 1 1 2 3 1 47 11 7 63 ng arrest depends on your support of k fundraising activities 1 Papers served Drug arrest Felony arrest . : Misdemeanor arrest Juvenile referral Hv.-- I k 1 Citation issued DUI Stomie Yalfolletts 7 6 7 11 3 Vacation Bible .School 9jajfr- - Noon 913 First BaptishChwc July will be fiffepiuith exciting Bible stories Search for the secret of the Stone Tablets Kiosk ofxrafts fun music in the Music Courtyard Theme-relate- d refreshments and recreation Take the time to support the Pick 'n Hoe Queen Little Miss and Little Mister Activities They work hard ... give them your encouragement The week Open to children ages 4 years thru 6th grade For more information, call 435-587-25- 34 . 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