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Show THE D) SUMMIT dedicATEd Ski Swap' D) CQUNTy I In This Issue. . . . & A t;V 4A to servinq 5A i summit county Coalvilla, UT 84017 Friday, Octobar 25, 1996 Volume 61 Number Forty-on- e A SECTION B SECTION 8 8 pAQES pAQES Woodland Town Meeting Solidifies Support To Organize by Dave G oates Citizens living in unincorporated Woodland, Utah (population circa 500 but glowing like a weed), have always cherished being part of a quiet hamlet known for cattle ranching, farming and summer homes cm the Upper Provo River at the foot of the Uinta Mountains. Life doesn't get much better if you like a rural setting for raising a family. Left to right: Recorder Alan Spriggs, Eva Rees, Mary Ann Trassell, Carole Carter, and Dorene Gunn. Chief Deputy Noretta Peterson, seated. Book 1,000 Reached at Recorder's Office On Oct 11, 1996, at 14:12, the Summit County Recorder's Office hit n great milestone by recording Book No. 1,000 Page 1 - recorded by Chris of High County Title. For this feat Chris received a .bag of Hershey almond kisses which he shared with his fellow title people and the recorder's office . personnel. Julie Woolstenhulme received a candy jar with a pumpkin face full ofM&Ms for guessing the day that the office would begin Book 1,000. Summit County began putting entry numbers on their documents in 1901. On April 29, 1965, Summit County started Book Ml ' Page 1. day at 9 a.m. entry Number 200,000 was recorded in Book 244 Page 723. He keeps track of those numbers in order to determine how many documents are recorded from the time he took over as recorder. Book 500 was reached on Nov. 11, 1988, with entry No. 300,000. Entry' 4,000,000 was recorded March 15, 1994, in Book 792 Page 397. Taking a drive through Summit County, it isn't hard to see that Summit County is growing by leaps and bounds with condominiums and homes popping up all over. A visit to the recorder's office will let you experience just how busy things can get as the staff is always busy working with the public, answering phones, and trying to be of service. On Jan. 4, 1983, Alan Spriggs became the Summit County Recorder filling a position previously held by his mother Wanda Y. Spriggs for 20-plyean. On that us Discussion About say illegally. Given all the recent bad news about Francis, no one in the Woodland town meeting seemed enthused about becoming part of that situation any time soon. ; "I have lived in Woodland all my life, so I guess I can speak as an 1 r, said Jann Lefler. have always felt like we all belonged together no matter which side of the river we live on. We all But the very fact their know what Woodland is. tranquillity has been discovered and And it isn't just a local valued by outsiders is giving rise to municipality threatening Woodland a whole' set of questions about the from the west or two remote county need to organize. They took their gpvernments that concern most first wobbly baby steps Sunday people in Woodland these days. If night towaid the goal of making you look at what's happening just Woodland a legal entity. east of us right now, you've got a The Woodland Fire Station, the federal government willing to spend only structure that even resembles a $20 million fra a highway that public building in Woodland, was starts nowhere and goes nowhere. the site of a town meeting where an Does that suggest to you that estimated throng of 70 residents anybody really cares what we gathered to discuss their collective think? questioned Ray Twelves. future. There was some resignation to Conceptually, at least, there was the reality that nobody beats the unanimity of thought despite the federal government, and old county boundary that divides incorporation would not prevent the Woodland in the river bottoms. feds from doing whatever they Half of Woodland lies in Summit wanted to do. But some said they County, half in Wasatch County. have seen federal plans to build a "I don't know how the rest of four-lan- e highway right down the you feel, but if we sit around and middle of Woodland that would say nothing and do nothing, others essentially wipe out several homes will make all the decisions for us. to widen Highway 35. Others said That will be only the beginning in getting future none of us is going 'Commission to' want; Said lochl school board ' member Rod Maxfleld. the residents to According many wake-u- p call really came a few .years ago when the neighboring town of Francis incorporated and included most of die Woodland area in their annexation plan. Efforts to by Pamela Robbins annex the Woodland Hills Several County Olympic Board subdivision eventually failed, but members who had previously been Francis acquired the majority appointed to the committee by die ownership position in the Commissioners journeyed to Woodland Hills water system, some Europe recently to seek answers that might possibly assist them with future planning of the 2002 Winter Olympics impacts in the County. On Monday, Oct. 21, the Commission Board welcomed them back and were eager to hear about the trip and what they had been able Star Pointe Ranch has been conto learn. Jon Brinton, group chairceived as a rural and Mountain reman, turned most of the time over total sort community providing a members Grant Richins who to ento created environment living hance the market mixture of were along on the tour scene. "It was truly a fantastic experiSummit County. The master plan for the ranch includes five distinct ence and I wu impressed with the neighborhoods carefully chosen to graciousness of the people and the hospitality we experienced," said fit the terrain within the overall deRichins. After meeting with a the while area preserving velopment number of people in leadership canatural features and resources. the main advice given wu units pacities, residential The number of "Plan fra die future of the commuinclude for the site at planned 3,500, a number causing a great nity and not just for the actual days deal of concern dealing with the of the Winter Games." Visiting with citizens on the impact that would be placed on infrastructures in the area as well u streets of the various cities on the tour, the question most frequently water issues. During Monday nights meeting, uked them wu whether they felt the Olympics were a positive development representatives told the movement or a detriment Although planning staff that during the past some said that in the beginning three yean there has been on going they were a little hesitant, they discussions with the infrastructure were pleasantly surprised by the management teams in the area, and outcome. Originally, the count of Continued on Page 8A people voicing their support of hosting the games wu 65 percent for with 35 percent against with the number after the Olympics being 95 percent positive response. involving the shooting of guns "Getting the input from the peofrom the roadway and trespass problems. Officers responded to 29 ple certainly helped us a lot," said who added that he feels "we Property Damage Traffic Accidents Grey are light years ahead in the venues with the majority occurring in the faNorth Summit area. There were 8 fra the games, with most of the the cilities before being ready long injury Traffic Accidents reported with two occurring in the Echo scheduled Olympics. Transportation, transportation, Canyon area on Interstate 80. that is one of the Summit County transportation JaU Report largest issues we need to be preCorrectional officers booked 9 pared for," Grant said. Both men persons on 17 charges during the agreed after touring on a few of the roads they went oa that we are forweek. Some of the bookings include: 3 Warrant arrests; 3 Traffic tunate in Utah, but the issue is still related; 1 Carrying Concealed a serious one that needs to be adWeapon while Under the Influence dressed. Commission Chairman Jim and 6 Alcohol related. 3 persons were arrested for Driving Under the Soter responded that in talks being held with UDOT concerning the Influence. i During public hearings concerning the proposed development being acres located planned for the 600 in western Summit County known is Star Pointe Ranch, feelings have been both supportive and against the proposal. Many residents have voiced their concerns that such a major project would detract from the area while others feel it would be a welcome addition. At a meeting .held on Tuesday evening, Oct 22, at the Bums Fire Station, the West Side Planning Commission met with representatives of the developer, Johnson International. The reasoning behind the meeting was mainly to establish a guideline form for both groups to follow so both points of interest can be established. In 1992, a study was conducted by the Harvard School of Design and Landscape Architecture which presented a development alternatives study for analysis and land-us- e alSummit County. A highly-rate- d ternative fra growth was development of a new community referred to as the "New Town Alternative". Star Pointe Ranch was the suggested location because of the property unique physical characteristics: close proximity to existing infrastructure - transportation, sewer trunk linetreatment plant; the absence of sensitivebritkal lands including wetlands, steep dopes, 100-yeflood plains; and importantly, the property is owned by one landowner and can be effectively master planned. Although these recommendations were made in 1992 and focused on the Snyderville Basin, they remain valid for planning today. Within the approximate 1,058 acres planned fra the Star Pointe' ar ea meetings to discuss this situation. Dr. Mark LUtleford, South Summit Superintendent has indicated that the district has the land and the capacity to expand existing facilities to accommodate the proposed deelementary velopment An on-si- te school has been designated on the concept plan. Summit County Sheriffs Blotter Oct 14-2- 1: Summit County dispatchers assigned 201 calls dur- ing the week including 20 Emergency Medical responses, 21 Fire related calls and 154 Law Enforcement incidents. Summit County Deputies responded to 79 calls. Construction equipment was vandalized during the week in the Park City area, and Theft's from' construction sites were also reported. The Arena at Wolf Mountain wu broken into with various items taken. In all there were 8 Suspicious Incidents, 6 Vandalism complaints, 4 Mining Person reports and 7 Theft incidents. Numerous Wildlife Offense reports were responded to with most demand imagined further exploration in the minds of many who were at foe meeting. There are a host of Issues facing Woodland residents in the near future, including die need to define future land use and zoning for many large tracts of farm land that have been in the hands of lifelong residents of Woodland and their families before them. Each county has a master plan for the area, but ' only for their half of the community. Some of those families trace their origins back to the original settlers in the 1800's who homesteaded the Woodland area, none of whom on their best prophetic day could have foreseen the explosive inmigration their children and grandchildren are experiencing today. "If it makes you feel better about yourselves you should probably organize now said real estate considered, and those of us who own our little quarter acre of heaven should consider carefully their best interests. While some of the newcomers are just "summer people" who have decided to make Woodland their' year-rou- nd address, many more have discovered Woodland fra the first time never to return to big city life again. Some felt the harmonious feelings in the meeting were a hopeful demonstration that the always unclear but real line between the and "old-time- rs the "newcomers" is gradually beginning to fade into extinction. It is not easy fra the to willingly and enthusiastically embrace the changes to their old-time- rs cloistered as it community undergoes such rapid change. Nor is it easy fra the newcomers to feel immediately accepted and welcomed because their very presence in the community suggests they are the agents of uncertain change. However, Sunday's meeting Continued on Page 8A Commission Hears Report From County Olympic Board Star Pointe Ranch, a portion of the area being planned for is within the Urban Growth area, a sub-ardesignated as Tier Urbanizing and a land use classification of 1 unit per 40 acres. Hie remaining 567 acres is in the East Summit County planning area and recently zoned 1 unit per 100 acres. The three school districts in the County will be involved also because the development includes ground containing boundaries of all three. School district superintendents, legal counsel, and planning commission members have held River Parkway that would gobble up land through eminent domain on both sides of the river in Woodland. These threats whether real or Natos Development Continues by Pamela Robbins old-time- it isn't part of the current Wolf broker Mike Marty. "I think those Creek highway construction of us who live in the only true project, but is part of "some other county could learn to'accept those of you who dont" plan. Yet others suggested as part of Marty said later, The rights and the Jordanelle Central Utah Project wishes of the owners of large tracts there are plans to build a Provo of land have to be carefully . areu being addressed Kimball's Junction, five year plan, include Silvercreek Junction, Road 248, Road 224, and the road to the Winter Park. It wu agreed by those present that the later is one of concern should the need arise for emergency service evacuation. Another area to be looked into is it wu felt that that of Signage, too much not only detracts from the games but can often be misleading u and confusing. Cultural venues were another issue addressed. Became of the impact that tourism will have before, during and after the Games, county cultural concerns need to be worked on well in advance. Eutern Summit County will more than likely feel the strain for a few days during the Games, but if things turn out they have in other host cities, people will return to "where the action is" after the sport events are over instead of staying in the outlying areu. With the number of visitors expected to reach a daily total of approximately 10,000 in Summit County, Richins told the Board that perhaps the schools should be let out to allow the students to participate in the exciting events planned. He also voiced his opinion concerning the lack of local residents being able to obtain tickets to the events, u because in the put, the Olympic families and sponsors have received a large amount of them. "The committee members have worked long and hard during the past year to put together ideas and information," said Brinton. "The most important thing these men brought back with them is "experience". Brinton told the board "right now we are far down the pile the u u Olympic Organizing Committee is." Red Pine Road Issue a trail What began years ago wu a topic of concern for a number of persons living on or near Red Pine Canyon Road in Samak just above Kamu. Ed Payne stood before the Commission on Monday to relate to them his and his families feelings concerning the pouible road vacation that they were asking the Board to grand them. "We are tired of trying to control the activities that have been occurfires being ring in the area such built on the road or near it, signs being torn down, no regard for road conditions while riding ATVs, road having to continually be graded because of a few persons trying to use it when they shouldn't" "We are also concerned about our there are family members safely often children playing on the Continued on Page 8A u u u Summit County Job Growth Exceeds 11 Percent by David Andertou Summit Countys job growth rate exceeded 11 percent for the put year pointing to a very strong rise in nonfarm jobs. Washington and Beaver counties also experienced growth rates more than H percent according to the Utah Department of Employment Security. The state job growth rate is holding steady at six percent Summit Countys growth surge is attributed to the service industry. Growth in the county hu remained strong since 1992. Almost 100 new nonfarm jobs were created since July 1995, a strong rise. Wasatch County's 240 new job creations in the same period is considered average for Utah. Services rank number one in new job creation for Utah. The increase almost doubles the number of construction jobs created. More than 18,000 net new jobs were created in the service industry in comparison with last years total. Summit Countys unemployment rate for July dipped to 3 percent, down from 3.7 the previous month. Wasatch Countys unemployment rate increased from June to July, going up only one-ten- th of a percentage to 4.3 percent. |