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Show January 12, 1993 - Page 9 Basin Life Clintah Basin Standard 57 year old structure Historical Society hopeful obtaining Toyack building By Mike Rote The Duchesne County Historical Preservation Society has almoat assured at least temporary ownership of the old Toyack Chapter House from the Duchesne County School District The historical society wants to gain ownership of and refurbish the 60 year old structure in order to serve the community with a museum and community center and preserve its historical significance. An arrangement called a "Quit Claim Deed," has been instituted by the School Board which will give the historical society a three year period of temporary ownership based on performance. After the three years is up, the society will have the option to ask for an extension if all the work is not yet completed. In order to renovate the building, grants are being sought after Ity society members. According to Mark Hicken, society President, file society must own the building before it can be eligible for any of the available grants. The Toyack building, deep ing a total near $100,000 to bring the building "up to expectations." "The cost will depend on the level of renovation you want to perform, but there are no significant structural problems.' The historical society plans to explore every possible grant available; already receiving $1,500 matching grant (the state grants allow continuation of architectural plana. Local museum articles, antiques, and artworks would be displayed with exhibits being changed on a Continued on page 16 Sims retires after 35 years of full time work William G. "Bill" Sims retired from the US Forest Service January 2 after a government career that spanned nearly 37 years. The in history, was named after the Ute Indian word meaning "good enough, or "okay." It was constructed between 1933 and 1936 by members id the Roosevelt Chapter of the Future Fanners of America, who called themselves "Toyackers." A central fireplace inside the building faced with "good will" bricks sent from other FFA Chapters around the country gives the structure its most original characteristic. Architect Paul D. Brown says that it will take $60,000 to nuke the building "inhabitable," predict $1,500 while the society comes up with $1,500) in part through the state historical society which will spent in the Uintah Basin. Bill enlisted in the Marine Corps October 2, 1954 at the very tail end of the Korean Conflict He served two years and 11 months in the Corps, mostly in California. Bill received a release from the M lines 23 days early so he could enroll in college at the University of Wyoming under the GI Bill. While attending college, Bill worked seasonally for the federal government In 1958, he worked on the Medicine Bow National Forest; then in 1959 and 1960, he worked far the Bureau of Land Management in Pinedale, Wyoming. DurBill ing the winter of 1960-6returned to the Medicine Bow NF aa a drafting aid. Bill graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1961. Work opportunities in the BLM were scarce then, so he applied for a job with the Forest Service and the Sail Conservation Service. The Forest Service offered a job as a Range Conservationist at Dubois, Idaho, which bill accepted, and reported for duty in the fall of Continued on page 16 1, i . if F t jJ' Bill Sims City voices concerns 44 last 24 years of Bills career were small herd of elk are wily a few of the estimated 400 elk running the WINTER HABITAT-Th- is hills and fields of TridclL Farmers, ranchers, and dairymen of the area recently met with Uintah County Commissioners to discuss possible solutions and voice property damage concerns. Division of Wildlife officials say the Tridcll area has become a winter habitat for the elk. Tridell farmers and dairymen fight against 400 elk are waiting to see what the Division of Wildlifes plan is. If they dont have a satisfactory plan, it becomes a local government issue. "We would give them Tridell residents legal advice, or ask for advice from Natural Resource official By Mike Rose An estimated 400 elk are running the hills and fields of Tridell causing great concern to local farmers, ranchers and dairymen. Concerned citizens took their complaints to Uintah County Commissioners to discuss possible solutions. Uintah County Commissioner Glen Mckee stated that the com- -. mission recognizes the problems the Tridell people are facing and are willing to help if possible. "We . Ron Stewart Division of Wildlife information education manager Ron Stewart explained that the Division has not been resting while the elk have migrated into the Tridell area. "We have been active for the last ten years in helping control elk activity over its old buildings Local Construction Go. receives bid for Human Services Building By Aldan Rachele The present Roosevelt City Building and the current fire department facility will soon be vacant once the City Complex, which will house all city offices, is completed. Roosevelt City officials are frying to decide what to do with the present buildings once the facilities ore no longer being used for major City offices. Roosevelt Citys building located at the old City Park houses the fire department, but at one time all City offices as well as a library were located in the facility. Many recall the building as the place they passed their first driving test. The current Roosevelt CityDuche-sn- e County library is located west of the old building. The Commercial Club deeded property to the City for the building, which was built in the 1940s with the idea that it could only be used by the public. Many view the old Roosevelt City Park as a special location, which should be preserved y far with the old excellent as area for a an building museum, art gallery or meeting public-use-onl- place. However, the old building has it problems. Recently, one of the bailers in the facility had a hole to be repaired, and just that had ' barely passed state inspection when officials stated that Roosevelt City will be in a completely new facility in the next few months. It is doubtful the boiler will pass inspection next year. According to Roger Eschler, City Inspector, the buildings bathrooms dont meet any code and need plenty of work just to pass local City codes. Some citizens have voiced concerns about adding' space heaters to the old building if the boiler doesnt pass inspection, but its not certain that would be approved by state officials. A bid of $5000 was offered to buy the building, but the offer was turned down by the City Council. Roosevelt City Counrilmembers discussed the possibility of demolishing the building and using the area as a parking lot for the library during their January 5 meeting. The cost to preserve the building might be too high. The present City Building could be tom down and provide land for new homes. According to City officials, the buildings could be remodeled, but they would: "Still be old buildings. "We dont want them to sit there and be a blight," said Roosevelt City officials. The present City Building has a mqjor heating system problem of no hot water due to not being able to go any higher that 68 degrees. However, the boiler in that building did pass inspection. City official! said, "It ii a good thing we have a new City building. We need to have that boiler hut through the winter." A local Construction Company hae received the bid on the new Human Services Building to be built in Roosevelt Chapman Construction Company, owned by Nile Chapman, has signed a 10 year lease with the state for construction of the new Human Services Building. The Building will be constructed west of the Job Service Building on 424 South State Street Since the state decided to build the new building last summer, they No Property Tax City report shows a deficit as of Nov. 30 By Aldon Rachele City Financial Summary tar the period ending November 30, 1992 shows a deficit of $97,762, but the total is actually better than the same time in 1991 where there was a $168,075 deficit However, according to Ralph Hill, Roosevelt City Finance Director, of the fiscal year is only 42 complete and by December or January the (Sty should be back in the "black" witiraut a deficit Many revenue items such as property The Roosevelt tax, etc, drat come into the City until later in the fiscal year. As' of November 30, General Fund Revenue is $714,376 and total expenditures at $812,138. Departmental expenses are: Legislative, $59,573; Court, $38,882; Administration, $57,548; General Government Building, $5,258; Police, $207,562; Fire, $46,378; Planning and Zoning, $18,727; Animal Control, $4,972; Streets, $1,750; $122,273; Sanitation, Parks, $61,314; Swimming Pool, $28,824; Golf, $67,093; Airport, Recreation, $21,621; library, $29,827; Cemetery, $16,919; $23,-61- "The General Fund is looking better. We are receiving our sales tax revenue monthly now instead of quarterly. We are over $100,000 better in sales tax this year when compared to last year," Hill said. Ai of November 30, 1992 Roosevelt City has received $235,198 in sales tax. The City received $113,092 in sales tax at the same time in 1991. 6 The City has an increase of when compared to the 1991 figures. It should be noted that in 1991 lalei tax received by Roosevelt City wai chi a quarterly basis. No property taxes have come in as of November 30, 1992. The 1992 report includes a 7 actual property tax figure of with the 1993 budget amount at $197,159. $150,000 of property tax was due this past December. "Things lock fairly positive this year for Roosevelt City. We hope it continues," Hill commented. The Utility Fund shows revenues of $712,196 as of November 30, 1992 with expenses at $520,381 and net income of $191,815. Department expenses are: Water, $299,141; Water Office, $105,534; Sewer, $110,205 and Sewer Farm. $122-,10- pre-aud- $501. Chapman Construction Company was able to crane up with the finances needed to acquire the bid and end the long search for a contractor. According to a recent article published in the Deseret News, Chapman Construction Company was able to secure financing by putting up a substantial portion of the construction project themselves. The building is going to be a single-stor- y 17,000-square-fo- structure that will serve the com- munity by housing all Roosevelt Human Service Agencies such as Continued on page 16 USU post-hunt- presents Dancers The Utah State University Education Center Theater Department presents "Dancers, a play by Michael Grady. The play will be performed in the round so that action takes place on a stage surroundedby audience members. "Dancers debuts January 14, and will be performed throughout the weekend January 15, 16 and also Monday, January 18, at 8:00 p.m. HMI holds innovative workshop The Utah Division of Comprehensive Emergency Management, Hazardous Materials Institute (HMI) will conduct an innovative workshop January 14, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., focusing on "Effective Title 111 Implementation, with some creative approaches toHazmat planning, training; and exercises. Those wishing to attend should contact LEPC Chairman, George Adams at The meeting will be held at the Uintah County Courthouse. GED Test offered... it $242-,07- snow provides a good water supply, but die Roosevelt Fire Department WATER SOURCE-T- hc would rather use a hydrant RFD will be moving into anew building soon, and City officials have been reviewing future plans for this facility on State Street and the present City Building at 200 North. , 7. have been through quite the ordeal frying to find a bidder for the job. Since the decision was made, there have been two other hidden who had to turn down the job opportunity because they were unable to gain the finances needed for the job. in the Tridell area. Mr. Stewart acknowledged the problem the elk are giving toTridell residents but stated that Tridell is located in a precarious position. "The Tridell area has forest located to tiie north and Indian lands surround it on the other sides. Postseason hunts are difficult to operate because of all of the houses in the area. Efforts such as installing electrical fences, eight foot haystack s and fences, instigating Indian land hunts, are just a few of the attempts made by Division of Wildlife officials to aid Tridell residents. "In 1990, we tripped and transported over 100 elk from the Tridell area, said Stewart. Elk are protected under state law and have been pushed around by hunters and expanding ranchers, Stewart said. Tridell farmer Merlin Mckee explained the elks habits. "Of course they start up in the mountains, but when it snows, its harder to find feed. So the elk migrate down to lower elevations because the feed is easier to find. According to Devon McKee, the elk have been coming down into Tridell for the last ten yews. "They destroy ourfence lines, hitour sprinkler pipes, get into our haystacks, and dig up newly planted seed by pawing tiie ground. Post hunts for elk are available but reportedly dont even make a dent in the population of the grow-- . ing elk herd. "We hope that they can be trapped and transported or fed in the mountains, said Devon McKee. Stewart said that habitat work above Tridell has been conducted and that depredation payments (payments made to make up for damage done by elk herds) have been made. The Uintah Basin Applied Technology Center will be offering the GED Test on Tuesday, January 19, beginning at 8:00 a.m. A $25.00 fee will be assessed to those wishing to take the test. Evening lab available at UBATC The Adult Business Lab of the Uintah Basin Applied Technology 0 Center in Roosevelt will be open on Monday evenings, p.m., for UBATC students. If you are unsble to attend during the day and wish to enroll in a business class, this time will be available to you. If you are presently enrolled in daytime classes and wish to attend additional hours, you may also utilize this time on Monday evenings. A Monday evening computer lab will be made available to students interested in evening computer classes. 5:30-8:0- |