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Show ri 4 Sun Advocate Price, Utah Thursday December 26, 2002 Safety, law enforcement agencies campaign to curb hazards associated with impaired drivers lb protect families traveling on roadways during the remainder of the 2002 holiday season, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Utah Safety Council are conducting a law enforcement and education campaign to stop impaired driv- Mayor presents Prices service leader award to volunteers Patti Pierce, Virginia Jordan and Juanita Richard accept Price's visionary service leader award from Mayor Joe Piccolo. The women are part of a volunteer team assisting the humane society, specifically with spay and neuter programs for cats. Clinics for cats and dogs are offered the second Tuesday of the month. The women received the award lor assisting to make Price city a progressive, friendly community and your dedication to excellence in service, as well as upholding standards, being an honest involved and responsible citizen, creating a clean, friendly and pleasant environment and having an progressive approach to build local business and economy,' pointed out high professional Piccolo. The city is proud of our many volunteers, for being leaders who listen to customers and understand their needs, finding solutions to local problems and preserving our rich cultural heritage and diversity,' noted the Price mayor in presenting the awards. ers. Local and state law enforcement agencies will continue to conduct stepped-u- p alcohol enforcement efforts through Jan. 5, 2003. Hie authorities will arrest all impaired drivers who risk other motorists lives. The Utah Safety Council estimates that, because Christmas and New Years Day fall on Wednesday, fewer people will be at risk of losing their lives on the highways compared to longer holiday periods. Last year, 18 Utahns lost their lives in the month of December someone dies in an alcohol-relate- d accident The safety board also estimates that in 2001, 17,448 people died in alcohol-relate- d crashes which represent over 41 percent of all traffic fatalities. With more people expected to travel on Americas highways during this extended holiday period, the week between Christmas and New Year's could be me of the deadliest times for: impaired driving fatalities, pointed out Louis DeCarolis, regional administrator for the national highway administration. u We are working with law enforcement agencies across the nation to demonstrate that if drinking and driving is a no win situation, indicated the federal agencys administrator. Safety boards across the state and the country remind Carbon alone due to traffic related County motorists to practice several safety precautions to avoid falling victim to impaired driving accidents. The safety recommendations include: Residents should chose a sober designated driver before crashes. The National Safety Council also estimates that 160 people may die in traffic crashes over the one and a quarter Christmas holiday period that begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24 and ends at 1 1:59 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. By and should be removed for Fuel efficient driving is difficult to achieve during the winter when weekly gasoline bills can increase by SO percent The best way to reduce fuel consumption is to drive fewer miles, but this isnt always pos- proved fuel economy. Slowing down reduces fuel consumption. At speeds greater than 40 miles per hour, a cars engine must overcome significant wind resistance. Traveling at 55 mph rather than 70 mph can result in approximately 20 percent in fuel RICHARD BEARD USU Extension sible. People who commute to work or take children to school tend to master the techniques of combining trips, planning stops and caipooling. Many motorists plan travel routes to minimize delays caused by traffic congestion. The strategies work and, when combined with several suggestions, can help reduce weekly motor vehicle fuel bills. Have the vehicle engine tuned. A regularly maintained engine runs more efficiently and is more dependable. Improperly serviced engines waste fuel and can leave people stranded. Purchase gasoline with the appropriate octane rating. Follow the manufacturers recommendations. If a car does not refuel, people quire a high-octacan save hundreds of dollars annually by purchasing the lowest octane grade. If an engine does not knock or ping, buy the lower savings. Drive with fuel economy in mind. Accelerate slowly and avoid unnecessary braking. Fuel economy is directly related to conservative driving techniques. Remove roof racks when not in use. Roof mounted racks reduce a vehicles aerodynamics. Pay cash at the pump if credit costs more. Dont waste fuel warming the engine. Engine warm-u- ps require one minute. Writing ranger on cold mornings is not necessary and wastes fuel. One minute of idling for passenger cars bums as much fuel as starting the engine. An engine block heater is recommended if cold temperatures reach the negative teens, but a timer should be used so the en gine is only heated for a couple of hours prior to operation. If a vehicle cannot be parked inside a garage, motorists should use a combination of sweeping, scrapping and defrost heat to remove ice or snow. Allowing the engine to do the work is expensive. In addition, law enforcement agencies caution that an unattended, unlocked idling vehicle is an attractive target for joy riders or car thieves and presents danger. Instead of using a drive through, people should park and enter the business rather than sitting in the car and allowing the engine to idle. An average of five to 20 minutes of fuel is consumed each time a drive through is used. The easiest way to reduce winter fuel costs is to drive fewer miles. Replace weekend outinsg or shopping excursions with activities closer to home. out-of-to- If rising gasoline prices present a problem, consider purchasing an energy efficient car for long term fuel savings and overall economy on a per mile basis.. MilimhHilliMiMM octane fuel Inflate tires to the correct pressure. Cold temperatures decrease the air pressure, which increases tire rolling resistance and wear. Tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Regular balancing, alignment and rotation are important When selecting tires, keep in mind that radial designs provide better fuel efficiency. toll-fr- straints before starting out on trips, according to the state and federal agencies. Seat belt usage has risen to 75 percent nationwide. Safety belt use in Utah has climbed to 78 percent. But the figures mean that approximately 25 percent of all vehicle occupants are still not buckled up and the excuses seem absurd in the face of the statis- tics. Seat belts save lives and help prevent serious, disabling injuries. Nonfatal, disabling injuries are estimated to climb to 8,600 over the Christmas holiday period. According to the national Carbon School District Deanna Sweet at the College of Eastern Utah. 613-525- 4 REGISTRATION DATE: for evening classes January 2, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Carbon High School Main Office. Brought to you this week by., Center Texaco Main & Carbon Ave., Price 637-157- Celebrating Hometown Life Main Street Carpet 5 66 East Main, Price 637-50- 50 Classes start1 Monday, January 6 $25.00 registration fee due at registration ; t te S s QUESTIONS? Contact Rodney Scott, or Gloria Malmstrom at Carbon High School. 3 637-246- $ i 'UCi Morning and afternoon classes. Contact In Additio-nPecan pie mufUni Make your New Yearb resolution! itick ai at ?! safety council, every 33 minutes, unnoticed all around us. But the results can be dramatic and remembered for life. Read about nine such acts from foe people who received them. o S - GEDPREP Simple acts of kindness often go V r! - ADULT BASIC EDUCATION AND Solving problems with Kindness P l2. to our office beginning January 2, 2003. Karen Murray Radley, MD was bom and raised in Roosevelt, Utah. Dr. Radley graduated, from the University of Utah with a baccalaureate degree in Human Biology and later graduated from the University of Utah School of Medicine with honors. Dr. FamRadley completed residency at the McKay-De- e ily Practice Residency Program with Dr. Gagon. Dr. Radley is a board certified Family Practice Physician. She is currently practicing in Ogden, Utah on the faculty for the McKay-De- e Family Practice ResiDr. dency Program. Radley currently does clinical medicine as well as trains other physicians in her specialty. Dr. Radley will be leaving the faculty of the McKay-De- e Family Practice Residency Program to join Dr. Gagon in private practice. Dr. Radley will see adults and children for sick visits, physical exams, and chronic complaints. Dr. Radley also delivers babies. Dr. Gagons office is currently scheduling appointments for patients wishing to be seen by Dr. Radley after her arrival in January. ADULT DRIVERS EDUCATION Certified driving instruction leading to a Utah drivers license. $85.00 Tuition and driving fee. American Profile... th Dr. Karen Murray Radley Fine-Ar- ts This Weeks it Dr. Shane Gagon and Staff Welcome. Earn an Adult Education High School diploma. Evening classes in: English, History, Science, Mathematics, mmum ui ii: ee HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION & Organs 3t sions in case of inclement weather or heavy traffic. For additional information Carbon County motorists may contact the Utah Safety Council extenat Announces Winter Semester Registration Pianos, Grands, igital Pianos i. of ate UP TO Remove unnecessary weight from the vehicle. Gas mileage decreases a mile or more per gallon for each 300 pounds of additional weight. A spare, equipment to change a tire, a few car repair tools, a shovel and basic cold weather emergency supplies are necessary . Snow and ice add weight as well wind resistance to vehicles in im- to where a party is hosted. j. Motorists should report susr, pected impaired drivers to law enforcement agencies. Adults should make sure all1 children are placed in the backseat in safety restraint devises. Residents should leave early for any destination to avoid frustration and speed related colli- 25. Strategies designed to reduce motor vehicle fuel costs M Drinking guests shoufi consider spending the nigftl sion 303. By comparison, in 2001 the holiday period stretched over a four and a quarter day period and 575 people died in traffic accidents throughout the country. It is also estimated that this year 160 people will be victims to auto accidents and 68 will not be wearing seatbelts. The good news is that 120 people will live to enjoy the holidays because they wfll take a few seconds to buckle up safety re- I Even :consumptii& ofwine or beer impairs a drivers ability to make the proper deck sions on the road, stress state federal safety agencies. If hosting a party, residents should offer alcohol-fre- e bevef7, foods. ages and protein-ric- h Remind guests to plan ahead and arrange for a ride home in advance. People should call a cab bf turn over the keys to a sober driver if alcohol is consumed, . |