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Show r i;.B Es. - v.7 r,rr' h :- - 5 cLt we I- AjsLCih: ;- -: S- i- civ. - e -' :r.l-3- 5 - 50 VoL 63 No. 25 Friday, June 19, 1998 Proposal Could Have Residents Pointing to the Sky and Saying Coalville, Utah 84017 ... the The Pleurae, The Pleurae by Junes Powell BEE EDITOR t When Summit County residents look into the sky, they may see a few clouds, a blue sky, a few birds, or even die occasional hot air balloon. But if die new plan that has been pro- posed to the Eastern Summit County . Planning Commission is passed, they may lode up and see an airplane or two. The new plan recently proposed to the county asks for the right for an airstrip to ' be constructed on a plot of land on the north aide of just above Blue Sage. In an effort to determine whether or not an airstrip could work in the eastern part .of the county, the planning commia-sio- n discussed the proposal on Wednesday, June 17. According to a memo written by county planner Senta Beyer, the Division of Wildlife has expressed concern with putting an airstrip in the area. They want to conduct further analysis on the site to determine what the impacts could be on the local wildlife, which includes deer and elk. The applicant. Rod MaClennan, is also proposing a seven lot subdivision. The land is approximately 700 acres, so the seven lots would fit in with the AG-10- 0 rone, which allows one unit per 100 acres. ! MaClennan plans to cluster the seven lots into 100 acres, and has plans to get a conservation easement for die remaining 600 acres. He has qlso contacted Troy ly Duffin, of Mountain Thuls, to discuss lot and access a installing parking nunp for the Rail Trail. According to the applicant, there are adequate water rights id be transferred to the site. However, there iare still a number of concerns dealing with emergency access, airplane fuel storage, and airplanes flying in and out of an area that has historically been hot and dry during the summer poa-sib- months. Brian Hansen, of the Fire District, has COUNTY given. Slopes of greater than 30 percent also concern the planning staff. Although the County Engineers Office has recommended the applicant place building pads on the lots, no construction drawings have been made. The Planning Commission has discussed this proposal, but any decisions or formal recommendations are still way down the road. Mote detailed work must be done with construction drawings, proper approvals from county officials, such as the Health Department, must be given, and public hearings must be held before any decisions are made. off Lnffe, Tire off Liffo Sfftf Tree Planted in Honor of Donors land Their Families ; by JamepPowd : BEE EDITOR , . A. tree planting ceremony was - held at the County Courthouse on Monday, June 13, to recognize and honor organ donors who gave' the .gift of life and the families who . helped make that possible. The tree, which stands on the south side of die Courthouse, will be 'decorated with green ribbons every year during the week of April 19. Along with the ribbons, the tree is a symbol for all who see it to become aware of the life saving benefits of jbemgadonor. A number of donors' families and former organ recipients spoke to die large crowd about the need for donors and the good feelings that 'come from knowing a hived ones' death in some way helped others. A musical tribute opened the emony. Robin Judd and Niki performed their rendition of "Look Through Your Eyes," with Deweese offering musical sup-to- n the guitar. $ Summit County Commissioner un Richins then talked about : a pleasure it was for the county host the tree that represents love, tjfc said he hopes anyone who looks Aipon the tree will think about the immensely valuable gift doom gave after their untimely deaths. & NaVee Vernon, of Hoytsville, I'S&ared her emotions of thanks for die fcrpport she received after her sons death last winter. "Youve all been so giving," she said. Its good that :W4 can all work together when we have to." 1 . Vernon went on to tell about her aona gift which helped give sight to Vwo women with eye problems. . She then told about how important it was for families to discuss the decision to I. : i become a donor because family members must be aware of the donors wish to give that special gift, poctors cannot transplant donated organs without the permission of ' family members, even has a donor card. if the person i John Sunberg, of Oakley, whos daughter was killed in an automobile accident earlier this year, said his daughters wishes to donate helped with the grieving process because he was able to see something good come of her death. After a video tribute to local the Joys of Summer! All, fw ed Heart recipient Jason Ivers spoke next, detailing his discovery that family is the most important thing in life. Since his surgery eight yeais ago, Ivers said he has teamed not only to enjoy life, but to share every moment with loved ones. David Staley, of Park City, stood next, showing his gratitude and appreciation of donor awareness programs. Staleys son, Christopher, is on a list to receive a liver transplant Although his son is doing well, Staley said hes happy to know there are people out there that care enough to offer the gift of life to his son and any others who may need help. Before the tree planting took place, Judd, Sargent and Deweese again perfumed a musical number, this time the inspirational Heal the World." Outside, recipients and donors alike helped make the tree planting official fay putting a shovelful of dirt around the base. Then individuals approached the tree to put on green ribbons in support of the donor pro- gram. Intermountain Organ Recovery System, the group who helped put die program together, hopes the program, as well as the tree, serves as a Kamos Invites Public to Discuss General Plan The Kamas City Council, Mayor Scales, rod ta the Planning Commission have invited all of Kamas, and anyone else who might be 'interested, to attend a series of Open Houses to discuss the draft of the new General Plan for Kamas. The Open Houses will be held in the Kamas City Hall, 170 North Main, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, June 24 and 25. The council, mayor, and commission have been working on the plan for over one and a half resi-den- years with assistance from Mountainland Association of Governments. Many of the goals and policiea of the plan were derived from a survey conducted last year. The Open Houses will be used to receive public input on an informal basis prior to the public hearing process required by Utah State community-wid- e a County-wid- e wish with family members. by James Powell Benefits BEE EDITOR In an effort to better educate Summit County residents of the benefits involved with die proposed sales-ta- x increase, proponents of the measure discussed the issue with city leaders on Monday, June 15, at a meeting between the County Commissioners and local city officials. The primary concern dealing with the proposal U ensuring that the funds would be used to not just one area such help projects county-wid-e, as the Snyderville Basin. Oakley Mayor Doug Evans said, From what little I know about foe measure, b sounds like we should stick b on die ballot and let the people decide, on one condition. . . that there is not a committee on each side of the county." - Evans went on to say that the county was already being divided 19 too much along imaginary lines. He said everyone needs to start looking at the county as a whole again, not as individual areas. " Mike Andrews, former president of the Park City Arts Council, assured the crowd by saying the county option sales-ta- x would help bring in money for art, recreational, and cultural projects from around the county, not just the Park City . Of. Life: A family gathers around a tree at the County iye Cburthouae iu Coalville on Monday, June 15, to give tribute to organ A tree r1'1"! ceremony POOR COPY was held to honor donors and their See Kamas on page 3A. . . City Leaders Hear County Tax Increase Highlighted v t$ The General Plan is comprised of eight main elements, including: Community Vision Element: This is the most important element or chapter of the Kamas General Plan. The community vision sets the tone for the plan by establishing what the community see for the future of Kamaa. The communitys strengths and opportunities are spelled out in this element. Land Use Element: The land use element is an attempt to organize future development and guide community leaders to place development in die most suitable areas of the city. The element will assist leaders in providing efficient and cost effective public services, preserving open areas and important historical areas, locating parka and trails, and ensuring an appropriate mix of housing styles and commercial opportunities. law. reminder to the importance of becoming a donor. And perhaps more importantly, discussing the ,,"Tg The members of the inaugural control oard , for the newly formed Peoa Recreation Special Service District were named on Monday, June 15. Although die adopted ordinance called for only a ive person board to begin with, the Summit County Commissioners decided to appoint six individuals, Lorie Leavitt, Irene A. Ruff, Rebecca Crandall, Jalyna Jones, Curtis Crandall, and Randy Barton. After they appointed the board, the commissioners randomly chose terms for each member. Ruff, Cutis Crandall, and Barton will all serve two year terms, while Leavitt, Rebecca Crandall, and Janes will serve four 'year terms. , sThia board will choose its own chair person.5 Since there is an even number of members, the chair will only be aide to vote hi the event of a tie, Thecontrol board wiU make aU dedk sions pertaining to the district, such as how to get funding for local projects,' while the County Commissioners will only act as a supervising party. : All following board members anil 1 by district residents. is X A' , u 1 Frazier, son of Blake and Barbara Frazier of Oakley, gave a heartwarm, ing reading of a poem he wrote, Just a few days before the oldal start of summer, Lloyd Hendrickson, of Kansas, shovels Frazierreceivcd sliver transplant snow the th? sidewalk eU Wednesday, June ITThe storm reportedly dumped aa much as )jr touryears ago7 awl Kupoem detnoo-strat12 Inches in foe Kama Valley aad helped make this month the wettest June in Utahs history. his love for life and his desire nobody knows when the hands on the dock of life will cease to move. Adm i n i strati ye J ;; Control Board Members Named ;: '. ' donors was presented, featuring pictures of the deceased and inspirational sayings from the families, Joe to live it to the fullest because Capsule been on site, but no feedback has yet been area. He noted that the fond distribution would be determined by a grant committee appointed by die Board of County Commissioners, with members representing all interests and areas of the county. We are aware of the many, many needs of the various communities, said Andrews. The tax increase is just one possible way to fight he ever present problem on how 0 fund the pro- jects. If adopted, die measure, which was originally pitched to die Cc 'nty on June 1, would r.ise foe county-wid- e sales tax by 110 of one percent for ten years. At the end of that time, voters would once again have the say to either renew the increase or let it expire. According to Andrews, the increase would cost the average Summit County household about $10-$1- S a year. However, because the economy is mostly tourist based, visitors to the county would amount to 60 percent of the tax revenue. Add to that the residents' expenditures, and cultural projects could stand to earn an estimated $800,000 a year from die increase. Because the terms used in the proposal are so broad, a large number of projects could fan under die taxs, umbrella, with die money aide to help such programs as parks, ice rinks, rodeos, and libraries, just to name a few. In order to help get the measure on the November 1998 ballot, Andrews said he and other proponents of the issue will continue to meet with public officials as well as hold public hearings to get die input of county residents. 1 y -j: The; Floating Planner Cv ,i - .y- - y To help cities with much.needed planning efforts,' Summit County ;h cwv rently looking to hire an additional planner whose rote would be to apply Ids or her aervices to cities to the eastern part of. the county.; sV.;V;. Although plans arent yet solidified, the new circuit planner would be expected to work on, county plans two days a week, while working with cities such as Kamas of Oakley on the remaining days;. Because Coalville already hat a city planner, the new employee will not apply efforts to that iaea."! ?' v rniiswiUbeabightap to the Eattn pari of the county, Commissioner Jim Soter said Monday, June 15. when he discussed foe matter info city officials. !?.'Aside from details of when the employee wilt work with what cities,' plana for where the employee will set up ' shop must also be hammered out;': Sft. HelloSummerl-is -' f. . f ;.x $ V-- ' " AS Hansen Planetarium Is., alerting ? Utehns to the official return of summer to foe Northern Hemisphere at 8:03 am. on Sunday June 21. Known as the June or Summer Solstice, the event marks the exact moment whea die sun reaches its northern most point in the IBeguming foe next morning, die sun will start firing farther and farther.sbufo until late December when it will be at its Southern most point thereby marking foe aky.v start !! of winter.';') For residents' hi Utah and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere, Summer Solstice marks die start of the Increasingly wanner days of summer. To help people better understand the phenomenon, Hansen Planetarium will present' a free half-hosolstice lecture at 12:30 pm, today,' Friday,' June 19 For more infer-or visit foe matiou, call (801) web rite at wwwjitalLediiPlaaetariuaL ur 532-STA- - JIB ids- 1A ' wsf'.'Sj.y ' , ' Mill v. 11 - 6A v ? Mhslonary Notre.,.,.. Prime jOa' NotWi.....-.-....-..- ;;i5 5.: Weddings A Seed 10 .;. ,54 ;:y .'jif BeMrientpe |