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Show Mav 21. 1996 Pace 2 EditoriaC Uintah Basi n Standard A Week Of Praise - For Year-roun- d Dedication How many times in a year do we as citizens call on the Emergency Medical Services in our area? It may be possible to obtain figures on total ambulance runs, total emergency room visits, total cases filed; but it would be nearly impossible to measure the impact they have on individual lives. With little financial help from organizations or government, our local emergency medical personnel obtaih and maintain the required training, updating at their own expense. They spend considerable time away from home and family while serving in a volunteer capacity, often remaining on call for stretches. The local EMS organization is highly regarded statewide for their outstanding care and surprising expertise in a rural setting where emergency services (outside of the hospital emergency room) are not run 24-ho- ur salaried employees. Whats by more, this area will soon be the first in rural Utah with paramedic level providers. The EMTs are a close knit group of individuals who take very seriously their obligation to provide emergency care at a moments notice. They acknowledge that it is really tough at times: EMTs cried and suffered anger and pain with family members over the loss of a mother and two young people in a senseless drunk driving full-tim- e, accident They ached with the family over the loss of two young children in a horrifying smashup. They have not learned to function as machines in these unnerving situations; they are frequently emotionally and physically drained from the task of dealing competently with circumstances that would make most of us turn and run. There are predicaments that require tremendous responsibility and judgement as well: we can only estimate the number of times EMTs have delivered babies (including a recent incident when the mother wasnt even aware she was carrying a baby until shortly before the delivery). A decision regarding treatment or medication is routinely required. Yet, in the true spirit of service, our EMTs express gratitude for the opportunity to do this intensely valuable job. This week is designated in Utah to honor emergency medical personnel. We can publicly thank them for their heroism during this week in their honor, but even if we didnt, they would go on giving year round. We feel great pride in the dedication, professionalism and notable skills of our Emergency Medical Services personnel.' We may only say it this week, but your exceptional efforts really are appreciated and recognized year split-seco- nd Candidates sought for State Board of Education round. Growing Pains Li ving in the country is not always a bed of roses. Many people are moving to western Duchesne County and the Uintah Basin with the intent to get away from the rush, crime and frustrations of the city. We welcome them with open arms, but issue a warning: you wont find everything as polished and comfy as in an established neighborhood. Systems as basic as water and sewer are simply not available in many areas now under development. Hauling water may be a long-terrequirement for many new residents; septic systems may have to be shared. Waiting for post office boxes, connecting roads and other services is inevitable. Rural Duchesne County is simply not organized for rapid growth. Careful planning and some restrictions are being utilized, partly due to hard lessons from the will have to be patient with each other and with prevailing circumstances. When you choose to live in relative isolation, you choose peace, relative safety, and tranquility. You are able to dictate many factors - how close your neighbors are, who comes to or near your home, the condition of your surroundings, your building materials, even your noise level - that you simply cant influence in the city. But you alsochoose to go without a lot of things, including the much-toute- d mall, the immediacy of comer grocery stores, road crews to clear streets in the winter, or a plumber to fix what leaks or what doesnt past it a try. Meanwhile, everyone shares, whether we choose to or not, in the mixed pleasures m As more growth is anticipated, new residents as well as lifelong landholders EDITOR'S NOTE: The Uintah and welcomes Standard Basin encourages opinions from rcaden int he form of letters to the editor. Letters may be utilized to express opinions or comments, to highlight outstanding individual or of an service organization, or any other worthwhile purpose. Letters may not be used to replace Cards of Thanks, or to list sponsors, participants or contributors to a particular event or purpose. LETTERS MUST CONTAIN 400 WORDS OR LESS. BE TYPED OR WRITTEN LEGIBLY, SIGNED, AND INCLUDE NAME, ADDRESS AND THE OF NUMBER PHONE AUTHOR. Letters will be published unless they contain libelous or defamatory statements. Wie reserve the right to withould a name by request if the nature of the letter is positive, and to edit letters. Letters may be submitted to the Standard office at 268 S. 200 E., 84066 by the Roosevelt, Utah, deadline (normally published Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.) All letters become property of the Uintah Basin Standard. Reynolds death leaves void Dear Editor Wednesday, May IS, Roosevelt lost an institution that had been a vital part of Main Street for at least the past 40 years that I know of. Tillie Reynolds!!! His barber shop was the local source for knowledge, enlightenment, and good old B.S. for many of us locals over the years. It was always nice to know that if you needed a kind word or a friendly smile you could always turn on at all Rural life is wonderful, particularly to those who know what to expect. For those who are experiencing it for the first time, and are not particularly prepared, we offer this simple advice: hang on, it gets better. If it doesnt, maybe youre not cut out for real rural living. But theres no shame in giving of growing pains. stop at Tils for both. Main Street will not be the same and I for one am going to miss him terribly. Roosevelt is going to miss him! Some of our local charm and color will not be around any more! Good luck, Tillie, with your dance band in die sky. Gordie Haimston Duchesne High teachers praised for guidance ' Dear Editor It has been said that the wisest teacher does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom, but rather leads you to the threshold of your own mind. This is certainly the reality at Duchesne High School Although our son has a mother who lives on the East coast, and a father who works ten hour days, he has been given guidance, friendship, and inspiration by the staff. They were always there when he needed something, going over and beyond the traditional role of Teacher. Mr. Anderson, you were the one who, with your love of Physics, inspired him to love it, also. Mr. Hill no matter what time of the day (or night), you always allowed him the use of the computer room-lettihim slay till he was done-eve- n if it meant you staying late, too. Mr. Seamons, you were the one who got him involved in the Eagle News project Even though we urged him, it was you he listened to. Mr Young mid Mr. Goodrich, you were both always willing to help him with his first Mrs. love. .Math. Farnsworth, youve helped him with the writing and editing of almost every paper he's turned in over the past four years, never mind all the rides ng Candidates must submit a nomination form, a letter of District 2, ie now accepting interest and a resume to the applications for those interested in nominating committee for their running for the State Board of review. All farms and information Education, District 2 consists of must be clearly postmarked or the fallowing counties: San Juan, received fay Joyce Sibbett no later Grand, Carbon, Uintah, Duchesne, than June 15. The nominating committee will Daggett, Summitt, Wasatch, Utah review all applications and select (part), and Morgan. To qualify as a candidate for the three to five names to submit to State Board of Education, a the governor by August 1, 1996. person must reside within the The governor then chooses by district boundaries and be a September 1, 1996 the two names qualified, registered voter. that will appear on the general Residency within the board election ballot in November. district and voter registration An appointment on this board should be confirmed by the requires that the elected board candidate with the county dork. member participate in one full-da- y The nominating committee for the State Board of Education, . City purchases old motel for redevelopment site By Lezlet E. Whiting Roosevelt City has purchased the old Bird's Nest motel and an old home just east of the motel for the purpose of clearing the site and offering the commercial property for redevelopment. Hie property, which consists of two SO foot lots is located on 5th East and Highway 40. City leaders closed the deal last week with property owner Clair Duncan. To finance the purchase the city transferred $55,000 from their general budget and loaned it at 6 percent interest to their redevelopment agency. The loan will be repaid in 10 years, said Brad Hancock, Roosevelt City administrator. Duncan will have until July 1 to salvage any materials or .buildings before the city takes over the property. The demolition work will be done said Hancock. Work will begin as soon as time allows. The site will be cleared and marketed as a prime commercial under property the citys redevelopment guidelines. The city has the option of offering the land to a prospective business for free, meeting with the entire fifteen member State Board of Education each month and attend additional meetings of standing committees or other events by invitation. The monetary compensation for service on this board is $1500 per year plus reimbursement for mileage and other necessary expenses. Additional information and nomination forms can be obtained from Joyce Sibbett committee chair, the county clerks office, local school board ofiice, the State Board of Education or the Lt. Governors Office. Honest criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative, a friend an acquaintance or a stranger. Franklin P. Jones cost or at a reduced rate. It is to be their last expected redevelopment project Hancock says the city hasnt had any interested parties contact them wi' the possible 'purchase of the land, but its anticipated that "by aria Ihe iftfe if cleaned up interest will be perked. New businesses and other improvements which have come to fruition through the citys redevelopment efforts include the twin the Roosevelt cinemas, bowling alley, Stewarts Thriftway, the parking lot in front of Roosevelt Variety, and Subway Sandwich Shop. at gctTcfcoff Duchesne & Uintah Counties get funding for new deputies The Duchesne and Uintah home you gave him after Drama practice. Mr. Ercanbrack, we all know how busy a principals job can be, yet you always made the time to help our son with anything he ever needed. Mr Foster, as his Guidance Councilor, you gave him the truest farm of guidance. Not just your wisdom, but your friendship too. Because of the faith you showed in him, you were able to draft him into all the different activities that brought him to his fullest potential Thank you, all of ;you. You gave ithe best of gift of yourselves. ..truly From the parents of Adam Bowers, Dan Bowers Marilyn Sandperl Man vows he will keep home Dear Editor To Morgan Rowsell, When Janet got killed it took my heart, and I didnt know if I could fight you two without her. Then an May 9th the Bishop came to my house and told me if I hit my knees and ask Heavenly Father to forgive me then my answers would come. And that night they came. My wife came to me and tokl me to keep fighting for our home. I believe everyone will be held accountable for their actions. Brian Hunter. County Sheriff Departments are among several law enforcement agencies in Utah to win new federal funding to hire more officers. Sen. Orrin Hatch announced last week that the Department of Justice has approved over $5 million in grants to go to 20 Utah communities for the of hiring more police h) Duchesne County will receive $134410 to fund two full-tipositions. The Uintah County Sheriffs Department will get $75,000 to hire me new deputy. A total of 75 new police officers will be hired throughout the state through the seed money, said Sen. Hatch. "Additional cops are important, but I believe we should still rework this program to give these agencies more flexibility in mending this money. We need to do all we can to put more crimefighting resources on the front lines." Hatch said the funds come to Utah under the "Universal Hirin Program," a federal program wh targets money specifically for the hiring of more police officers. The money can only be accepted by the city or county on the condition they agree to share in the cost of hiring the officers. the. Universal Under Hiring Program 75 percent of the officers salary is paid the first year, 50 percent the second year, and 25 percent the third year. The percentage of the officer's salary not covered by the federal grant is the responsibility of the city or county. w : TO BE TORN DOWN-RooseCity has purchased the old Birds Nest property on Highway 40 for the purpose of leveling the buildings and marketing the land for redevelopment. velt Tl" Uintah Basin Standard Inc. due pottage paid tt Roosevelt nd Duchesne, Utah 268 S. 200 E, Roosevelt, Utah 84066-310- 9 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Uintah Basin Standard tt 268 S. 200 E, Roosevelt, Utah S4066-3I0- 9 OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to pun. Monday, 9M un. lo'SdX) p.m. Tuesday thm Friday. 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