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Show July 2001 But their efforts may be in vain, if people don't make an effort to dispose of hazardous materials in a proper manner. So what do you do with that old bat- What To Do With Your Hazardous Materials © tery or tire sitting around the yard? The Salt Lake County Landfill, locat- By Haz-Mat Captain Carl Steadman Salt Lake City Fire Station #6 -ed at 6030 can help. Did you know that used motor oil West Avenue, Our Members storm drain system could contaminate hundreds of thousands of gallons of Are There When | va Need Us Did you know chemicals exist around your home? Could you identify them? They come in the form of | unused paint (latex and oil based), used motor oil, paint thinner, antifreeze, just to name a few. Basically anything that will hurt or harm humans or the environment is a hazardous material. spills of hazardous skilled team of eight materials This highly members per shift is on duty around the clock to protect the citizens of Salt Lake City. Creating a Partnership with Your Dog by Russin Carver (Trainer and co-owner of Salty Dogs) Being a dog owner comes with many responsibilities. One is making sure your dog is serving its intended purpose as a partner and companion. The best way to insure this is by cultivating a good relationship with your dog, and like any relationship, this takes time. This does not mean that you should quit your job to take care of your dog, but rather, that you should learn how to “include your dog into your daily life. Just like any other family member, your dog has its own jobs and chores to do daily. It may bark “International Kon clalbn of Fire Fighters Salt Lake City Local 1645 _ ing or to invite guests over to your home and have the confidence that it will be well behaved. Then you truly have a partner, one you will enjoy. _ Getting Started | Of course, the younger you start, the better. But you can teach an old dog new tricks! So, if you have been feeding a "nest" for the past two, four, six, or eight years, and would like to have a partner . instead, there is no better time to start than. now. The best way to start is by getting into an obedience class. When choosing a class, make sure you choose one you are comfortable in. If you are not.comfortable, then your dog will surely not be either. There are as many different styles of dog training as there are parenting, so use the best method for you. as this 974-6922. by Katherine Fife the children did from this experience. — As the Youth and Family Program Coordinator at the Sorenson MultiCultural Center, I have the pleasure of I watched as they willingly participated and excitingly learned. I also watched as they all so proudly made amazing improvements in their golf Although I didn't receive golf lesgained just as much, if not more, than working with children in a variety of game. And I watched as they encour- settings. aged and admired the progress of others. As each would do something well, (which they all took turns doing) they heard cheers and praise from others. As the end of the week came, we all were a little sad. One family of three children showed. extreme dedication on the last day of the clinic. As their mother was driving them to the clinic Working at the center has experience, for return to work every day with motiva- that morning, they were in an unfortu- tion to make the programs at the center even better. My days aren't complete until I've seen at least one young, smiling face. Recently, I had the opportunity to nate car accident. Although they were stunned, fortunately, nobody was hurt. take the clinic. a group of ten children to Glendale Golf Course for a week-long golf clinic. Dave Carter, a professional at the golf course, was instrumental in organizing the clinic for the children. He arranged for scholarships for each of the children, so that their participation was free. I had the privilege of attending the clinic each day with the kids. A Call For Foster Families | these children will face, and it would with its position in the family or | make a significant difference if neighborhood stepped forward helped out," said Utah Foster Foundation Spokesperson — pack as it discovers exactly what is expected of him. The best way to accomplish this is through obedience training. This gives: your dog a much more positive outlet for its ener- their and Care Jeff Bryant. "You have to have a real love for all children," Bryant said. "The By: The next best thing to a class would be to read up on the subject. There are many good training books out there. Check your local library or call a trainer for recommendations. To get yourself motivated, you might try sitting in on an advanced class. This gives you some idea of what you're working for, and you might also pick up some handling tips. Start enjoying the company of your dog! received the "most improved" honor of I continuously learn so aie from the children. They are real life examples of how we should all live our lives... with excitement, appreciation, and compassion for others. How privileged I am to have the opportunity to work with the children at the Sorenson Center. dren in foster care in the area, but not one Hispanic attract. more foundation families in the Poplar Grove area. "This is possibly the biggest crisis jobs that you wish it to perform. reward is seeing the child reunited with his or her family." The Utah Foster Care Foundation is looking for families - Strengthen that will take in Become a - older children and sibling groups. 46 percent of the foster children are between the ages of 12 and, 18... There is also a need for . more Hispanic families. foster Latino started a family. To families, the commercial campaign called "Amor Eterno", which means eternal love. "We try. to keep foster children in their communities and cultures. Hispanic foster parents, " Bryant said. Foster care recruiters have been holding open houses for the last month in the Poplar Grove area and are pleased with the community support so far. "These residents really look out for each other, and that type of commu-nity togetherness is the key," Bryant said. If you would like more ‘information about becoming a foster parent, you can call the Utah Foster Care Foundation at 1-877-505-KIDS. a Family sare Ee. CD Cm We can't do that unless we have more Foster Parent! 1 - Determined to finish, they still made it to the clinic. One of the children even Currently, there are 30 Hispanic chil- Currently, there are only seven foster dog's guardian to teach it the Obedience training does many wonderful things for your relationship with your dog. First, it teaches you both how to communicate with each other. Most dogs love to please, and once you show them exactly what it is you're asking for, they will gladly comply. Obedience training also teaches your dog how to learn. They begin to look to you for guidance in various situations, as well as developing a great desire to learn new things. But, the most noticeable positive result of obedience training would have to be the ability to take your dog with you on any out- For more information on disposal call the Salt Lake County Landfill at sons with the rest of the children, | dents: "We need you." The foundation has been searching» the area for potential foster families to help the more than 140 foster children that live in that community. But, it Your dog will feel more secure serve and will do all in our power to protect you and our environment. Sorenson Kids | Create Smiles — The Utah Foster Care Foundation has a message for Poplar Grove resi- of digging up your garden to bury food or to create a cool responsibility motor oil can be taken to most car parts stores to be disposed of for free. It is important that we all take responsibility for our environment for the benefit of ourselves and our children. As members of the Salt lake touched by so many young people. It is because of these children that I all day long to protect its territo- is your and as neighbors to the people of Poplar Grove: aréa, we are proud to ter, I have been lucky to have my life ry interrupted only by the chore place to lie, if you let it. charge. Car batteries, antifreeze, and many reasons. But when I really think of what makes the Sorenson Center so special, it becomes obvious; the children. Since I've been eapleyede at the cen- The Salt Lake City Fire Department dental City Fire Department Hazardous Materials Response Team (Haz-Mat) been an enlightening has a specialized team to handle acciwithin Salt Lake City. of charge. Other items such as tires. can be dropped: off for a minimal such as.unused paint, are accepted free dumped into the ground or into the our drinking water? that many hazardous California Reusable household items, Name Your Newspaper page 5 Call 1-877-305- KIDS Uiak fe oster Care Foundaton — | — |
