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Show f'-- . - j. i, - & ; 1 b. i :-- ? 1. vv . 7 s ' " ..I jV J .', T r'jfc - - ' - ' ? ij I 'T r 7 ' T- ' t - :' - -- v,---- - . JSVr 1. UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. September 18. 2001- - Page 9. 91 1 bill surcharge on telephone goes for specific purpose By Lezlee E. Whiting Iti probably fair to uy that most people may not even notice that each month they pay a S3 cent surcharge dr telephone bill to go in to e 911 end poison control fluid. Fifty cents f the assessment which is by state law about $ 128,000 ayear specifically for maintaining telephone lines and to update and maintain telecommunications equipment for Central Dispatch, the agency responsible for dispatching all Duchesne and Uintah county law enforcement (with the exception of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Police Dept), fire depart-ments, and federal and state govera- BLM.DWR, FBI, and Twenty- - assessment $63,000 to be used itofConections. cents of the 50-ce- nt or approximately intoaieeparab Central Dispatch for upgrades spe- - montniy maintenance contracts of local 911 service. "A lot of rural anas have a hard time keepingup with the technolo but I feel like we have stayed red Central Die-technology,1' patch Manager Laconna Davia. It (spending the surcharge fiinds) all has to be approved througheitye cila and county commissions, lti not has guidelines - then is legislation that tells what the money can be used for and what it cant The money ia kept Jn a separate ftind from the Central 'spatengen- eral budget, she said. A letter to the editor in last weeks Standard questioned what the surcharge is being used for and whether the public at large benefits from the 911 service. The Vernal-base- d Central Dispatch handles an average of 660 to 700 calls to 911 a month, said Davis. Last July then were 836 calls to 911 answered by dispatchers, in June there were 686, she said. While not every 911 call is placed due to an emergency, Davis said moat of the calls an legitimate. As for complaints about the sur-- the service, Davis said shes never had one. Most people an thrilled to have the service. Ifyour child wen to hang up it still tells us when to send the responders, said Davis, talkingabout the enhanced 911 service that puts the location of the incomingcall on a computer screen. 911 The other half of the surcharge is directed to UBTMJBET 50-ce- nt ChevronTexaco merger gets okayed Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtlefftoday announced that Utah, along with 11 other states and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), has reached a settlement with Chevron Corporation and Texaco, Inc. involving thepropoeed mernr between the two oil companies. The agreement requires Tetsco to sell its in ter-- a eat a joint vi Company, known as Equilon, which conducts Texaco i retail and whole-ale gasoline business in the West. Texaco will also have to sell its general aviation business in Utah and other states before the company can merge with Chevron. We believe this agreement will protect consumers, said Shurtleff. We had to make sure competition could still thrive after a merger between these two powerful oil companies." The proposed settlement, contained in a judgement filed in the UB. District Court for the Central District ofCalifornia,requiresTexaco to sell those assets toanother buyer, t Jwrlf Telecom to assist with maintenance costs. Its something that is legislated by law and we are just the collection agent for it, commented Glenda Stewart, spokesperson for UBTA UBET, We do have to maintain the telecommunication end of the equipment Its pretty expensive equipment and we must have our persona day, nel on call to do it week. Three cents of the S3 cents paid by each telephone subscriber goes to Poison Control in Salt Lake for up warns: Beware of bogus disaster appeals BBB grading and maintenance of their emergency telecommunications equipment. Davis said there an quite a few 911 calls made locally that an transferred by dispatchers in Vernal to the Salt Lake Poison Control Center. By law, the surcharge cannot exceed 63 cents a month. Teens injured on their way to school Throe Myton teenagers ell received injuries ina car accident Wed. Sept. 12 while they were on their way to school. According to Utah High Patrol Trooper Luke Stradinger, Amanda Williams, 16, and two passengers were traveling northbound on Highway 40 betweenljyton and theNorthMyton bench when theirFordAeroatar traveled ofT the east aide of the road. The driver causingthe van to flip and roll several times across Highway 40. The van came to rest on its top on the guard rail on the other side of the road. Williams and her two passengers, Derek Williams, 16, and Jeremy Miller, 16, were all transported to the Uintah Basin Medical Center when they were treated for their injuries, which included lacerations formation on existing and new regulations affecting motor vehicle waste and other shallow disposal systems, please refer to the EPAsnational Class V pro- gram web site: http: www.epa.govufewater uiccSimp.html. Published in the Uintah Basin Standard September 18,2001. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the DuchesncCounty Commission will meet at2:00p.m. in the County Administrative Offices, at 734 North Center Street, Duchesne Utah, on October 1, 2001 Plat Public Hearings Amendment Clifford Johnson, Plat Amendment for lot 62 Cedar Mountain 6. Located in the Fruitland - area. Property Description: Section 20 Township 3 South Range 8 West, U.S.B.&M. Cedar Mountain 6 Subdivision, lot 62. Duchesne County Planning Commission Attest: Clayton B. Chidester For further information contact. Clayton B. Chidester, Planning & Community Development, at (435)738-1151,722-399- 7, or Uintah Basin Telephone Customers can call all at extension 151. 822-46- 80 Or send comment to Duchesne County Planning Department, P.O. Box 3 7. Duchesne, Utah 84021. This notice was published in the Uintah Basin Standard on September 8. 200 1 and September 25, 2001 Pursuant to U.GA. Published in the Uintah Basin Standard September 1 1 52-4-- 6. COPY t y, es e, explosives found in Fruitland are detonated Approximately 60 to 70 sticks of dynamite accidentally discovered in a barn just off Highway 40 in Fruitland were able to be safely detonated in the early morning hours on Saturday, Sept. 8. According to Duchesne County Sheriff Ralph Stansfield, the explo- sives were found in a barn in a home on property formerly owned by Carl Woodard. Woodard passed away a few years ago and his home had been vacant. Noones been livingthere for the past five years, it was found by a family member whocame to clean up and minor back injuries. UHP Haxmat Officer Sgt. Tim Tnyillo, the Roosevelt Fire Department, and UDOT workers responded to the scene to clean up a ftiel leak from the van. Cannon reacts to ' the place, Stansfield stated. Stansfield said the Armys Explosive Ordinance Disposal team was called out to stabilize the explosives. The dynamite was taken toYoungs gravel pit north of Fruitland were it was detonated at about 2 a.m. by explosives experts. It made one heck of a bang, Stansfield reported. The purpose of the large amount dynamite is unknown, he said, but added that its not unusual for formers to have some dynamite for use in forming and ranchingoperations. Story Ideas ? See a story? See if in Prinfl Call us 722-513-1 acts of terrorism One ofthe inherent risks ofbeing an open and free Bociety is our 1 tibility to cowardly acts. But one ofthe inherent strengths of the American spirit is that we, as a people, will not be intimidated by cowardice. Those who committed these acts underestimate the resolve ofthe American people to defend our freedom and pursue justice, i, President Bush Will have the frill I' lwrtV irilnm support ofthe Congress as he designs an appropriate response to this senseless violence. The United States reaction to these acts of war must be swift and strong. We will find and punish those responsible fat todays malevolence, even as the perpetrators hide among innocent men, yww ityU women and children. We are a nation of law, and while our response must be decisive, it also Plat Amendment for lot 78 must be (boused. The civil liberties of 18 and 23, 2001. Contimtedfrom 6. Lo- all withinour borders are Cedar Mountain paramount, previous page cated in the Fruitland area. regardless of who is responsible for Property Description: these acts ofterror. shown. Mr. Minter can also PUBLIC Section 30, Township 3 Ifwe undermine individual rights be readied by telephone ( 1 NOTICE South Range 8 West in reaction to todays events, we may extension U.S.BA M. Cedar Moun- wins battle, but handa victory to the 6079) with any questions or tain 6 Subdivision lot 78; enemies of freedom is PUBLIC NOTICE for more information related everywhere. to this notice. For more in- hereby given thst the Beginning at the Northeast 4P Newt address and press release issuedbyGov. Mike Leavitt onTues-daSept. 1 1: Seldom has the world witnessed a human tragedy as shocking as events. Our hearts are full of grief as we mourn for the victims and their families. These egregious acts are a sobering reminder that there are evil people who will do outrageous and unthinkable acts to cause pain in this world. Even as we watch in amazement we have no information that indicates that public safety in Utah is at risk. All state buildings remain open and fully operational. We are taking reasonable precautions, including restrictions on deliveries to state buildings and a requirement that all state workers wear their identification badges. Public safety officials remain in constant contact with our federal partners. Some portions of state government, such as the National Guard, are in a heightened state of readiness. Todays events raise inevitable inquiries about public safety during the 2002 Olympic Winter Gaines. Public safety and security have always been top priorities. We have a strategic plan to execute and we will take all possible measures to deploy it properly. Todays tragic events only strengthen our resolve to do all that is humanly possible to assure the Games are conducted successfully." Old over-correcte- possibly Shell Oil Company. Under the terms of the settlement, if Shell doee not purchase Texacos internet in Equilon, the assets will be placed in an irrevocable trust until a sale to a buyer acceptable to state and federal regulators can be arranged. Without the divestitures, the newly formed Chevron Texaco Corporation would threaten to reduce competition in the marketplace and lead to higher consumer prices for motor and aviation gsaolii Under the terms of the settlement, Texaco must also relinquish its right to use the Texaco brand " 2003. Regulators be I prevent the new Chevron Texaco Corporation from taking over a large part of the market and will also allow the buyer of Texacos suets to build its own brand. Independent gasoline wholesalers and retailers, however, will be allowed to continue using the Texaco brand for a period of time so they can switch brands. i'1 if mjf says attack will heighten Oly security specific efforts. Because the true nature of the losses in human terms may take days or weeks to determine, and assistance may need to be rendered over extended periods of time, potential donors should be aware tliat they are likely to have time to donate to relief efforts in thoughtful and targeted ways rather than giving under pressure of an on the spot emotional plea common to many scam artists. It is likely victims of these events will require assistance for a significant time to come. With other recent disasters, weve seen scams appear on the that Internet with polished web-sitappear one day, accepting donations, and then disappear with peoples money, explains Behrmann. Tlw merger of two of the nations top charity watch dog organi zations earlier this year has given donors a web-sit- e one-sto- p reference guide to determine which charities are most likely to use their donations for legitimate purposes. The web-sitsponsored by the National Charities Information Bureau and the Council ofBetter Business Bureaus Foundation and its Philanthropic Advisory Service is located at www.give.org The terroristattackaon the United Stateaore unlike anythingever experienced before on American soil. The Better Business Bureau is concerned that the aftermath of this unprecedented situation may include side-- e fleets" that are unfortunately common after many other mqjor disasters. In the wake of tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and armed conflict around the world scam artists have a record of attempting to divert assistance donated by well meaning citizens from the needy, into their own pockets. The Better Business Bureau system has witnessed scam artists funds intended for survivors of natural and man-mad- e disasters since World War II, warns Russ Behrmann, President of the BBB of Utah. Neither the size of the tragedy, nor the nature of the human suffering will deter a criminal mind from looking for ways to take advantage of a situation, he stressed. Behrmann advises those wanting to find ways to assist victims ofthese terrorist attacks to seek out well established charitable organizations that offer disaster assistance as part of their primary mission. Some of these charitable organizations will allow donors to direct their funds to rs Gov. ,i LEGAL NOTICES t Comer ofsaid lot 78; thence Duchesne County Commission will meet at 1:45p.m. in South 00730 East a disthe County Administrative tance of250.00 feet; thence North 895730" West a Offices, at 734 North Center Street, Duchesne Utah, distance of 435.60 feet; thenceNotth0a0730West on October 1, 2001 Plat a distance of 250.00 feet; Public Hearings thence South 89573(T Amendment Jerry and Wendy Strebet, East a distance of 435.60 feet to the point of beginRequesting a Plat amendment for lot 33 Farm Creek ning Containing 2.5 acres. Duchesne County PlanMini Ranches. Located in ning Commission the Tabiona Hanna area. Attest: Clayton B. Property Description: Section 13, Township 1 Chidester For Anther information South, Range 8 West Clayton B. U.S.B.ft M. Lot 33, Farm contact, Chidester, Planning&Com-munit- y Creek Mini Ranches. Development, at Duchesne County COM PLETE SHOCK- - Like many other people around the basin, Roosevelt Jun ior II igh students in Mr. Burgesss class watched the live coverage ofthe World Trade Center and Pentagon terrorist attacks in shock. - (435)738-1151,722-399- 7, B. or Uintah Basin Telephone Chidester For further information contact, Clayton B. Chidester, Planning ACom-munit- y Development, at Customers can call 822-46all at extension 151. Attest: Clayton (435)738-1151.722-399- 7, or Uintah Basin Telephone Customers can call 822-46all at extension 151. Or send comment to Duchesne County Planning 1 Department, P.O. Box 3 7, Duchesne, Utah 84021. This notice was published in foe Uintah Basin Standard on September 1 8, 200 1 and September 25, 2001 Pursuant to U.C. A Published in the Uintah Basin Standard September 18 and 25, 2001. 52-4-- 6. 80 Or send comment to DuchesncCounty Planning Department, P.O. Box 317, Duchesne, Utah 84021. This notice was published in the Uintah Basin Standard on September 1 8, 200 and September 25, 2001 Pursuant to U.C. A Published in the Uintah Basin Standard September 18 and 25, 2001. 1 52-4-- 6. INVITATION TO BID Uintah School District is now accepting sealed bids for a roofing project at Discovery Elementary. For information please contact Lisa McCarrel at Uintah School District, 210 South PUBLIC NOTICE is 100 West, Vernal, UT hereby given that the 84078, (435) Deadline for bidding is Duchesne County Cbrnmis-sio- n will meet at 1 :30p.m. in September 28, 2001 at 2:00 the County Administrative P.M. No phone or fax bids will be accepted. Offices, at 734 North CenUintah School District ter Street, Duchesne Utah, reserves the right to accept on October 1,2001 Plat or reject any and all bids. Public Hearings Published in the Uintah Amendment Thornton Trinnainan and Basin Standard September Scott Sloan, Requesting a 18 and 25. 2001. PUBLIC NOTICE 781-318- 1. - Alfred S. Stringham FOR ROOSEVELT CITY COUNCIL As a city councilmen will promote our community and work towards making our city more appealing to outside investment. A healthy business sector benefits all of us by providing jobs, more convenient shopping and increased sales tax revenue that allows the city to provide I more and better services for everyone. I have always fully supported the Police and Fire Departments and will continue to do so. I will work to foster a better working relationship with all government entities in the Uintah Basin. The addition of the UBTA building, the new addition to the Hospital and the addition to USU are wonderful additions to our town and will benefit all of us immediately, however we now need to work towards providing an expanded shopping environment and improving our city in ways to make it more attractive. I am a lifetime resident of Roosevelt and have invested heavily in our city. want to see our town succeed in anything we do. Its important for us as well as our children. Roosevelt is a great place to live and work. I would like the City to be more responsive to the wishes of each and every citizen. want more decisions made by the city to be aired publicly so that all residents may have more say in the decision making process. I I Be Sere to Vote October 2nd in the Primary Election :V m L'y - e: |