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Show tUe In This Issue. . . . SUMMIT COUNTY Burfv Farm BikE c ?A JA . ' . Blorn ' A dEdiCATEd TO SERVINQ SUMMIT COUNTY 50 Friday, October 4, 1996 Coalvflla, UT 84017 Volume 61 Number A Thirty-eig-ht B SECTION SECTION 8 pACjES 4 pAQES Commemoration Ceremony Held in Wyoming on Friday, Sept. 27 because by Pamela Robbins After months of much hard work, effort and the dedication, Professional surveyors of the Sixth Meridian Principal held a Commemoration Ceremony for the Southwest Corner of Wyoming on Friday Sept 27th, at 1:30 p.m. Randall J. Williford, President of of Land the Utah Council Surveyors, handled the Master of Ceremony duties for the day, welcoming those present and thanking them for their attendance. "In the Spring of the Year-Pa(Scherbel) asked me to come up and look at this site, so my wife and I drove up here and got lost. Stopping across from here (pointing to a gated road area) we checked the map, looked up and there it was said Williford. ul Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Williford began introducing the many guests who were among those assembled for the occasion. Seated on stage were: Co. a Wayne Commissioner, Jim Soter Summit County Commission Esay-Uint- his is accuracy unsurpassed." He also took time to. thank the Aqgard Family for their donation of the land on which the monument is located. Although joking about the line on which Utah and Wyoming is joined at the site, he ended by saying "we need to remember that originally it was all v part of the State of Deseret." "The first time I viewed this particular section of our ground, was in 1950 and I was brought here on horseback" said Kim Aagard, who was "filling in for my dad and grandfather". "There were no roads, no fences, and no gas plant at that time- - only sage brush." One day, after spending hours searching for the marker, land surveyors questioned Kim as to his knowledge of the whereabouts of it Not to miss a grand opportunity, Kim climbed in the helicopter and guided the surveyors to the site, as "few knew where it was and it was not easily accessible. "At one time, the Railroad was scheduled to travel through this area" said Aagard, although it was later changed to travel through Echo Canyon. "People traveling home by way of Chalk Creek should note that the railroad grades can still be seen although abandoned." they were "As a family, this is home to us-aour spiritual convictions have taught us to honor history", said Kim. "This is a nice place and we hope the monument will not be degraded or vandalized". Kim then presented the deeds to the two Commissioners. "I feel a little like a pioneer myself today" joked Denice Wheeler, "just trying to find this nd place." Kidding aside, she mentioned that she had been a participant in locating the site for several years, including joining in on Daughters of Pioneers trips and picnics, prior to her presenting the area history from 1846-1873. "The expansion of the American West is foil of tales of Discovery, Adventure, Sorrow and Tragedy... But more than anything else, it signifies the Optimism, vision and endurance of people." The evolution of the mountain road began with the trail of deer and Buffalo, marked out by Mountain streams and rushing rivers. These in turn were used by Native Americans in their search for food and shelter, and later by trappers, explorers and Pioneers." Because of the many artifacts found here, it is a sure sign that Native American tribes of the Shoshone, Arapahoe and Ute, once traveled in this area . Although "lost to history, many references are made of their presence in the Southwest Corner of Wyoming from the early 1800's through 1880." Wheeler also mentioned that it was possible that the Continued on Page 8A -- Chairman, Denice Wheeler Chair of Bear River Commission, Dennis BLM (Bureau Compact Bland-Retire- of Land d Management) surveyor and historian, Paul N. Scherbel - Professional Land Surveyor. Also, Jim Claufman Surveyor and Kim. Aagard and his father, Wclby Aagard - landowners. Paul Scherbel, who has spent countless hours on this project as well as many others-tol- d of his interest in seeing that monument preservation does indeed take place. His interest began in 1981' as he visited Independence, MO, and then toured other sites as well, trying to locate monuments-som- e of which could not be found. ' "There are now approximately 50 points done" said Scherbel adding that it has taken a lot of "working flects the diversity of the Greater Park City Community." Their selection of the Coalville Native marks the first time anyone has been selected from either the Northern or Southern areas of Summit County. One of the reasons for Mr. Simister's selection was his knowledge and expertise gained as a general contractor and developer and also for his experience as a certified building inspector. . He has been employed as a e building inspector for Park City for almost two yean and is currently a part-tiinspector for Henefer Town as well. He was formerly a part-tim- e building inspector for the city of Coalville. As a member of the new PC 2000 group, Kurt will be required ' to sign a contract to complete a year long commitment to this cola lege level training program-plu- s summer tour, which includes traveling to other resort communities to observe first-han- d examples of successful leadership at work in those locations. Post graduates of this course say that it is not only an honor to be selected but is also personally rewarding in belonging to a group ' locate Kuit Simister, of Coalville, was selected by the 20 member Selection Committee of the Park City Leadership 2000 group to receive one of the 25 scholarships awarded annually to applicants who qualify for this special .leadership training program. According to the acceptance letter he received from them "over 95 exceedingly well qualified individuals applied to participle in this years program" making the selection process very difficult . that is rapidly K them and provide County Commission Discusses Changes in Water Rules and Regulations at Summit Park by Pamela Robbins County Commissioners heard from Jerry Kinghom and Marty Gee concerning the needed changes in Summit Park once the moratorium is off in October. Realizing that additional building will be taking place they wanted to make sure in advance that everything is in place as far as the water system goes. "Most homeowners have learned how to get by with less water, very conservative" said Gee who added that at present there is a set fee for the first 25,000 gallons used with 10.00 per thousand gallons being charged after becoming that "Person's having a pipe leaking soon find out when they received their billing and are responsible to take care of the problem themselves although they often call to complain about their bill or the situation" she added. Because in the past there has been in the area, a need has arisen that would call for a number of contractors making them pay a one time bond of $5,000 which would take care of problems should they occur because of faulty connectors or other installation situations. Homeowners are responsible for bringing water service to main as there are no laterals in place. "We really need to get a handle on things - make the contractors obtain permits, so we know who they are and their reputation, said Kinghom. "We know there are going to be problems in the future so we need to get some control procedures going now." Right now, there are 96 persons on the waiting list to build, but we don't know how serious they are. We need to give them as much lead time as possible. By making requirements more specific, and holding public hearings people can protest annexation of property as well.said Kinghom. "We are constantly being bombarded with questions about affordable housing" said. Commissioner Richins who added that because of the high cost of land valuation and current infrastructure placement this seems to be almost impossible. "By master planning for higher density- costs can be cut somewhat" according to Marty. The Board made a motion to go out of the role as Commissioners and into the acting board of Summit Park Special Services, at . which time they voted to amend the rules and regulations of the Summit Park Water Special Service District, according to the review and recommendations given at the meeting and from legal counsel. Fire Issues Dale Jablonski was once again a visitor in the Commission Chambers, this time to make a request to the Board that someone attend a State Meeting to present a 20 minute presentation on Wildfire mitigation measures. Commissioner Chair, Jim Soter agreed to attend the meeting. Dale also told the board that the North position of Full-tim- e Summit fire warden needs to be filled due to the fact that the former warden will not be back. The position will be advertised soon. "There were no significant fires this summer in our region, other than the Tollgate fire that cost ap" said proximately $30,000.00 fast was to note Jablonski, who that the fire season is certainly not over yet Brook Hollow 'at Pinebrook The Commissioners approved the Final Subdivision Plat and Construction Drawings for Brook Continued on Page 8A reach. "I feel it is becoming as an energetic, highly The committee was inspired by motivated, valuable resource pool the sincere desire of all the applifor trained, qualified leaden in varicants to make Park City a better ous areas of expertise. The pfogram place to live, as the goal of the is funded from donations by the Leadership class is to "further the Park City Area businesses. civic dialogue while training comKurt and his wife Anna are the munity leaders willing to help parents of three children and grandshoulder the responsibility of shap- parents of two grandchildren. ing Park City's future, as well is Congratulations; Kurt, and good crafting a leadership class that re luck. this documentation. "There have been many who have spent their own money to make things happen", he said, adding that although he is not ready to quit it is "Nice to go to areas where I can walk to the monuments" - as there are many that require a lot more effort to full-tim- Kurt Simister reach accomplishment" Saying that he saved this monument for last because he "could walk to it"- - he (and the group members) have two left to do in Utah, but "like the Government we are always looking for additional work to do". Kim Witt who was a member of the BLM for 35 years told of problems caused when monuments were not located and how much work has been accomplished to Coalville Man Selected To Leadership 2000 Class by Pamela Robbins to together Commissioner Euj, of Wyoming; Commissioner Soter, Summit County, and landowner, Kim Aagard, handing over deed. Commission Notes well-kno- . ' a pleasure to be here today" said Commissioner Soter. He. told of how he had ended up in this exact spot in August of 1952, while traveling through the area how during a snow storm-an- d different it looks today - in September - with a new road, Amoco Plant, a beautiful sunny day and a great looking monument "Because Utah is celebrating it's Statehood this year, it is great to recognize today, the efforts of the Volunteer Surveyor Group - who have accomplished so much". "This is another historical event in the making and we are pleased to have so many here today," added Soter. "It js neat to see this thing come to pass especially since in the beginning we didn't know the cost" - stated Commissioner Wayne Esay. "We are here today for a twofold purpose -- .1. to hold a ceremony to honor the cornerstone placement and 2. to show appreciation to the land surveyors, who have worked hard to make the land more liveable." ' "Paul Scherbel is a legend in his own time" commented Esay. "If Pauls name is signed on a piece of don't dispute it- paper-people Stockton's Car Promotes Seat Belt Use Jazz star John Stockton's car traveled to local high schools at North and South Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 30. Although the car was smashed in an accident on March 3, 1993, Stockton only received minor henries. The purpose was to promote seat belt |