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Show NttSuiiMst fV3 f ri -- --- m Ui?7 if : '. - ". '. vt: V"" ' - Page 2- - July 29. 1997 The Public Deserves An Accounting Board policies must be set and carried out Roles ofboards and contracts with employees must be clearly defined. The Standard has been criticized for bringing irregularities at both agencies out in public. We will take the criticism and add It isnt someone elses money. Its ours. Its our state and federal tax dollars that fund the Duchesne County Food Pantry and Homeless Shelter. Its money from our community which goes to fund the . Community Christmas Coalition, and the public deserves an accounting. Although concerns have circulated for months involving operations at the food pantry and the way funds were handled with to it by criticizing ourselves for not investigating reported abuses earlier. We are cognizant' of the important services provided through both the pantry shelter and the Christmas Coalition. Our intent in reporting possible abuse isnt intended to diminish or detract from the services provided. The information is printed so that the public may be so informed as to act and demand accountability. It is also intended to make sure those services are rendered properly so those in need receive the maximum benefit the Christmas Coalition, recent police investigations and new information being reported makes it imperative that an accounting is given for the money donated and spent by both organizations. Such fiscal responsibility should be the main concern of any public or charitable agency. The easiest way to eliminate concerns and accusations would be for those in charge Inspection by the media certainly provides a service in our society. It lets to produce the financial records which detail transactions they were responsible for. In both cases a separate board of directors was established to be responsible, in part, for operations in both programs. The Uintah Basin Association of Governments Board board made up of of Directors - a county commissioners and mayors - also played a role in overseeing operations at the food pantry and homeless shelter. Alleged abuses within operations at the food pantry and the Christmas Coalition are not the whole problem, although they are one of the worst examples of the problem. The problem seems to be the result of a government and ottos involved in the use of public and private funds know they are being watched and must be accountable. Those who are forthright in their dealings with public monies and donations are the first to tell you it s a huge responsibility and one that they take so seriously that they perhaps maintain better records of otto peoples money than they do their own. Review by the media of any issue deemed as the publics right to know, is done as a means to present foe facts to the public, not as judgement or punishment Without the repents by the press the public is ignorant and therefore, no longer free. tri-cou- in communication, responsibility and oversight of operations. breakdown EDITOR'S NOTE: The Uintah Standard Basin welcomes and encourages opinions from readers int he form of letters to the editor. Letters may be utilized to express opinions or Comments, to highlight outstanding of service an individual or 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 NUMBER PHONE OF THE AUTHOR. Letters will be published unless they contain libelous or defamatory statements. We 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., Roosevelt, Utah, 84066 by the deadline published (normally Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.) All letters become property of the Uintah Basin Standard Peay wants to save youth from drugs Dear Basin Citizens; I am writing to you so I can clear up misunderstandings of the crime I am now doing jail time for in Duchesne county jail. My name is Timothy Peay. I am 37 years old, I am originally from Provo. It is my understanding that citizens of the basin are upset with the consequences I received for punishment to the crime that I was involved in on December 9, 1995. Th" Pint I blame no one but myself for being where I waa at the time of my arrest. I have come a long way lines that day of my arrest. As we all know then is always two sides to every story. With permission and an open and honestly speaking heart I taU you my aide. Please feel my honeetyand sincerity when you read my testimony of the event I speak with my pan in hopes that 1 may calm the heart of the basin andean tensions against me. I am a father of three whom I love very much. I have been open with my family about what happened I accept full responsibility for what I did My financial coat and mental anguish has by far I think punished me. Ihave suffered a nervous breakdown several tunes, I waa facing ao many years for a victimless crime. My financial cost exceed $10,000 in attorney fees plus a $4,000 fine I also had to teU my family the reason I had no money to have chriatmas eanse I used it to purchase meth trying to help out two girls whom I only met once. I didnt buy a single gift for my family that yesr. I since have completed numerous counseling programs both in and out patient. I no longer use any kind ofmind alterant I volunteer to talk to troubled individuals whom are entering into the seme type of world thst I struggled with for so many years. I would talk to anyone in the basin or the world I don't expect anything in return, hit I do hope that I could change the choice ofjuat me parson and convince them from getting involved in the drug world and save one life, it would be worth my talking to a million people in hopes of changing their lives. I write these words from the bottom of my heart. The court has my address and Uintah Basin Standard Inc. 646-90Periodical portage paid al Roosevelt and Dectane, Utah PnUbhed weekly at 26S S. 200 R. Roosevek, Uah 14066-310-9 POSTMASTER: Send addreit change to the Uintah Bam SOtedM at 268 S. 200 E, Rooaevdt. Utah 84066-310- 9 OFFICE HOURS: 8r00a.in.to 1:00 p.m. Monday, 9K)0 unto 3:00 pm Ttmday dm Friday. Phone 0 Fax: DEADLINES: For all New, Legal Notices. Ctaatifieds A Advertising, die DetoUae is ThsndajratSpjs. PUBLISHER: Craig Aahby EDITOR: LezieeR Whiting ADVERTISING: Craig Ashby OFFICE MANAGER: Tracy Womack PRODUCTION: Writers; AktoaRachek,Ony1Mccfeara and Dixie Brown. Prodaction;CoietteAihby, Bonnie Pamsk, Michelle Roberta. KneiynMeyera and Kim Ames CORRESPONDENTS! ROOSEVELT - Tkesa Hirmston 722-2- 3 1 1; ALTAMONT BLUEBELL - Shot Lea HANNA-Trac- y Loeitscher 6; Roberts 5: MONTWELL-Not- e Nelson 0; NEOLA - Zola Spencer 3S3452S; WHTIEROCXS - Ednai Simmons DUCHESNE - Oriada Gee 738-263- (USPS r i Cfip and Send to: i Uintah Basin Standard . i 268 S. 200 E. Roosevelt, Utah 84066-310- 9 In the Uintah Basin 2 Yr. $32 Out of the Uintah Basin 1 Yr. $32 2 Yr. $52 1 Yr. $20 to have wild HoBe and burro adoption at Vernals Western Park BLM applications were approved after The UB. Government owns the wild horse or bum that ia adopted The horses this yesr were gath- - ! for one year. When the adoption ered from the Cedar Mountain Herd . . agreement ia signed, application for in the Salt Lake District and the tide is also applied for to own the Cedar City North Hills Herd near ' animal. 12 months later the adopt-- . Cedar City. The bums came from r will receive an eligibility letter. Kingman, Arizona. The burros are , . This letter, along with a statement average in size with jennya eatimat-e-d from a veterinarian, or a local to weigh 400 to 500 pounds, and humaine society official, certifying jacks 450 to 550 pounds. The domi- - . that the animal ia being properly cared for, should be returned to the nant colon are black and grey. Onadoptionday,wildhcnesand V BLM Salt Lake District, 2370 South 2300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah burros have been off the range for about a month. They have been 84119. The title will then be trans-- ; handled during the preparation fared to the adopter. phaae and are somewhat familiar Adopters are asked to notify the with gates, fences and a few people BLM, Vernal District Office, iftheir address or telephone number has However, much ia happening to them and the potential U high for changed after the animal is adoptsomeone getting hurt who doesn't ed, or if the adopter would like to understand what the nimble reassign the animal to another perais; experiencing. For this reason, viat-- son. An adopted animal cannot be ton can help at adoptions fay ep-- ' sold until title has been issued. Because of BLM concerns about preaching the pens and animals; the health and safety ofthe adopted slowly and quietty and making children aweft bf the dahgri41,:l," - - . animals, three-hort-e or larger traiU Yil -J gUj JbiUH & . ere ere for . required transportation; .rtt:.... j,. Adopters should also bring a lead rope and halter. These will be put on the horse or burro by BLM On August 23, the Vernal District of the Bureau ofLand Management will hold its annual wild horae adoption at the Western Park. The adoption will begin at 9 a.m.Horsea January, . and burroe win be available forview-in- g on Friday, August 22 at 4 - 8 p.m. and Saturday at 7 9 an. There will be 65 bones and 10 burros available to qualified adopters. The cost is $125 per bone and burro. A burro with a colt is $250. A mare with a foal by her side is also $250. Payment must be made in cash, cashier's check, traveler's check, or money order. Personal checks will not be accepted. I can with if be of any help phone New adopters are encouraged to any iff you in convincing your youth end applications early. It will be ofthe consequence of drug abuse. I to have apnecessary encomments and challenge your walk-u-p because applicaplications courage your letters. tions at adoption time will not be God Bleaa accepted. Applicants can adopt up Timothy Peay to four animals per year provided they meet facility and care requirements. This includes foals. Past , adopters need not reapply if their ed Wheres Pooh? , BLM The UBIC is full of excitement!! There an booths, toys, entertainment and a Winnie the Pooh thief. Saturday night at the UBIC I took the opportunity to take my two young children to eiyoy the entertainment and fireworks. Aa many children are full of enthusiasm and energy, mine an no exception, ao I got up to take them far a walk. I left my diaper bag Bitting on the blanket next to a member of my family. When we returned to the spot when we wen sitting, my eon, who ' ia not quite 2 curled up in his blan-ket and asked, "When's Pooh?" We searched everywhere and did not find the Pooh Bear anywhere. Imagine that, someone walked by my belonging! and helped themsehrea to a little ol almost worn out Winnie the Pooh, when I had a camera and money in the very same bag. The cost of the toy waa no morn than $10 but the value waa much greater. You aee, my son has battled ear infections and fevers most ofhis young life. He also baa a very difficult time sleeping at night. This little stuffed animal, which ia probably worthies to someone else, has comforted my little boy when nothing else could. Imagine a very tenderhearted young boy, blond hair and big blue eyes full of tears asking, "Where's Pooh? Aa he cries out in his sleep tonight, because heis aleepingalone. I hope whoever gut my son's toy baa all the comfort they can handle with a guilty conscience. How can I teach my children honesty, integrity, and respect for other peoples property, when the very values I am trying to teach ; than, are violated right in front of our very eyes. Maybe ita my motherly instinct but when someone deliberately hurts my children, I cant help but feel rage for the values that are being disregarded in young people today. WheresPootrflcant answer that but I hope whoever can, will do the right thing and return it taiferight. fid, heartbroken owner. Sincerely, R. Manning . Buckle Up and Save A Life! - MHc Serfiro Asaswrotenml ty in Mte Mi Standard -- i Dear Editor, 1995. grazing management regulations approved per-sonne- L . The public can contact the BLM in Vernal at (801) or visit the field office at 170 South 500 East if there are questions about the program. More information on BLM activities may be found on the Vernal BLM internet home page at: blm.govutahvemal. t. 781-440- 0, The Utah BLM Standards for ment ia carried out in a way that Rangeland Health and Guidelines assures rangeland health ud ecofor Grazing Management were ap- system sustainability. Guidelines proved by Bruce Babbitt, Secretary apply to grazing practices for doof the Interior, on May 20, 1997. mestic animals, wildlife and wild These standards and Guidelines horses and burros. Whan applied, (S&Gs) are now ineffeet and apply they require all forms of grazing are to management of BLM lands in managed in a way that assures the Utah. They serve specifically as Standards are achieved. Together, Standards and Guidelines will guides for planning, decision-makin- g and management of sist BLM in assuring that public., these lands. A copy oftheS ft Gecan rangelands are healthy and that be obtained from your BLM District there is sustainable production of . Office. those resource values and benefits Standards require that certain (clean water, wildlife habitat, spe- dee diversity, forage for grazing biological and physical conditions necessary for functioning ecoeytems exist on. BLM lands. The provide goals to be met ao that manage- - a A nvtrti ilfi Ql IvUIIIII a-- (g day-to-d- ay , ' Deadline Is August 15 No v shortage of incumbents seeking Roosevelt re-elect-ion Prices received by Utah farmers and ranchers during y were . down forall milk and barley. Alfalfa '.and other hay were up from the previous month, according to the Agricultural Statistics Service. June sheep prices were up but, lamb ''prices were down compared with ' . .Mty. The all milk price was $11.00 per cwt, down 10 cants from the previous month and down $3.40 from July 1996. Barley, at $2.32 per mid-Jul- .. . 3Wjntfaelstlf. Incumbent city councilman Russell Cowan and Mika Guinn have filed for Both men are seeking a second term on the council. Roger Dart and John Gale have also filed far the two open seats on the Roosevelt City coundL Gale is a former Roosevelt city coun- - Field in- House to be discussed cumbents have filed for They indude councilman Dr. Paul Tanner, Clint Park and mayor Kim Hamlin. Dr. Tanner and mayor Hamlin have both served on the council for a full four-yeterm. Park wae appointed to hie position ar On Tuesday, August 5 the Pre our plan," said Rita Wetenkamp, team and Vernal Chamber of Com-- ; gram Planning Team for the Utah Field House of Natural History will . mens member. host a public workshop from 6:30 r TWe are at a crossroads with the ' pjn. until 6:30 p.m. in the Council Utah Field House ofNatural HistoChambers of Vernal City HaO, lo ry- The Museum has been here for cated at 447 East Main Street in 50 years and has served as an im v portant focal Vernal, Utah. point for our dty and ' This workshop will allow theeom-munit- y county," stated Ken Bassett, teem and all interested individu- .. member and Vernal City manager. als an opportunity to share their ' "Even with its impressive history, there are many areas where the insights into the Museums future The planning teem has met regu- - ; Museum ean improve. If we enhance laity over the last seven months to- - . this cultural resource, it will a vision for the future of the ..At everyone".. Museum end is now ready to shsre y For more information contact that vision and hear additional In Ken Bassett, Vernal City manager .. or Karen Krieger, put from tho public. ; . at (801) "Wo are very exdted toshan our A Utah State Parka and Recreation work with the community; Nothing.-heritagresource coordinator at ia cast in stone and we reelty waqt , (801) to hear what our neighbors think Of . , , ' two years ago when another coundlmember resigned. No word yet on who will be running for the open dty council seats and mayoral podtion in Myton City. Because Mytons elections are partisan, Democrats and Republicans will hold caucus meetings Aug. 27 to determine whose names will appear on the Novembo ballot ' So far no one has filed to run for the two council seata ofthe mayoral position in Ballard. Theres still time to file for candidacy in the municipal elections. The filing deadline for the elections in Roosevelt, Duchesne, Ballard, Tabiona and Altamont ia flCGS bushel, was down 25 cents from the previous month and down 93 cents 15 from July 1996. Baled alfalfa hay To be eligible tqfile findijL was $9.0Q per ton, up $5.00 from the previous month and up $17.00 oJd, a U.S. ofazen, ! registered vot-from July 1996. Other hay, at $60.00 er rf that mumcipahty and you per ton, waa $5.00 from the pre- muat have resided in the muwo- - vioua monthup and up $15.00 from pahty you wish to represent for at last year, leaatons year prior to the general ; . ..The June 1997 cheep price waa election in November. $33.00 pa cwt, up $3.00 fiem May The process ia easy and free. All 1997 and $13.00 more than June you need to do ia contact your re--4 1996. The June lamb pries, at $88.00 spective city dark or recorder and cwt, was $8.00 leas than per show up in person to halve them t 1997 and $16.00 lesa than May June read you the eligibility criteria:-- . -- 1996. Mayor Leonard In Duchesne City all three iwrel mid-Jul- y . to Ferguson has filed for the job hes held for the past eight years. But unlike themunidpal election in 1993 Ferguson wont be running unopposed because this time around former city councilman Dennis Jenkins has also filed to run for mayor. . ' ben-devel- 789-225- 5 . non-partis- an e 538-736- 7. . |