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Show The Garfield County Insider SECRETARY SALAZAR LAUDS UTAH COMMUNITY ON NEW ENERGY FRONTIER Pledges support for expanded wind, geothermal energy development MILFORD, Utah — Calling it a success story on the New Energy Frontier, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today visited this southwest Utah town to announce an expanded partnership with local leaders and private industry to further the development of wind and geothermal resources. "We need to share Milford's story with towns and cities across this country because it exemplifies how renewable energy resources can be transformed into a vital economic driver, generating good jobs and steady revenue for communities," said Secretary Salazar. "The resourcefulness of Milford's citizens, the vision and commitment of local leaders and the enterprising initiative of private industry have made this community a success story on the New Energy Frontier. Salazar announced that construction will begin soon on Phase 2 of the Milford Wind Corridor, which Interior's Bureau of Land Management approved earlier this year. When completed, Phase 2 will consist of 68 turbines with the capacity to produce 102 megawatts of electricity. Construction is scheduled to begin this month and completed by the end of the year. The first phase of the Milford Wind Corridor consists of 97 wind turbines that have been generating commercial power since November 2009, producing 204 megawatts of electricity sold to the Southern California Public Power Authority. That's enough energy to power 45,000 homes. To date First Wind has invested more than $500 million in the Phase 1 project, which has created more than 250 development and construction jobs and resulted in more than $85 million in economic benefit to Utah. Salazar also announced that the Bureau of Land Management has authorized expanded use of agency lands to assist PacifiCorp's Blundell Geothermal Plant with the addition of two new geothermal wells to increase the plant's flexibility and reliability. Since 1984, the Blundell Geothermal Plant has been tapping wells on lands leased from the Bureau of Land Management in the Roosevelt field to provide electricity for local needs. The plant, which has a capacity of about 32 megawatts of electricity, is being upgraded to improve its efficiency and performance. In addition, Salazar cornmended Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service personnel for their outstanding cooperative efforts on a right-ofway grant for PacifiCorp to cross public land with a proposed 160-mile transmission line. Known as the Sigurd to Red Butte No. 2, the 345-kilovolt transmission line would cross lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service and the State of Utah, as well as privately-owned lands in several counties. Environmental reviews are underway and construction of the project could begin early in 2012. During his visit, Salazar met with Milford High School science teacher Andy Swapp and his Wind Kids, who learned the practical math and science involved in measuring and quantifying the wind resources in the area and helped to interest industry and build support for the wind farm proposal within the community. The Secretary also met with Milford's leaders, including County Commissioners Donald Willden, William (Billie) Dalton, and Chad Johnson, who were energized by the Wind Kids' enthusiasm and recognized the capacity of clean renewable wind energy to create new jobs and broaden the community's economy. Salazar also toured the Milford Wind Corridor Phase 1 project and met with officials of the renewable energy company that developed the wind turbine farm, First Wind, including CEO Paul Gaynor. "This project is an outstanding example of cooperation between federal agencies, the local community and private industry," Salazar said. "It is the first wind energy development project in the state of Utah involving federal lands and our Bureau of Land Management, which administers those lands, used an innovative, streamlined process to expedite project approval." Geothermal resources in Utah offer excellent opportunities for communities and industry to tap this clean, inexpensive source and the Bureau of Land Management has responded to growing interest in this renewable energy by working with state agencies to identify and develop additional deep fields and wells around the state, Salazar said. Since passage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Bureau of Land Management in Utah has issued 48 competitive geothermal leases covering 162,000 acres. In February, our Utah office held a competitive geothermal lease auction that sold all 17 parcels offered in the state and four of ten parcels offered on Bureau of Land ManageWe work on ment land in Idaho. More all makes than 60,000 acres of federal land were leased in the sale. and models. Salazar commended the No job IS too big people of Milford, saying "your New Energy Frontier or too success story continues to We do it all. demonstrate to the nation how we can create jobs, produce clean energy to 389 N. Main meet the challenge of cliPanguitch Utah mate change and reduce our 435-676-8300 dependence on foreign oil." April 29, 2010 IONS Elder Andy Barney by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail. HEADS UP for everyone in the Bryce Area. There have been quite a few reported break-ins lately. The culprits have broken into homes, sheds, outbuildings, and other places. It is sad that here in this beautiful valley we have to put up with people who think it is their right to take what they want. We are used to living one way and they are changing that. Shame on you all!! We hope you get caught... SOON! ! All residents be Andy Barney has recently aware this is happening so returned home from Nai- no more unlocked buildings robi, Kenya, where he or vehicles. These miserserved an LDS Mission. able creatures are willing He reported his mission and to crash into your life and spoke in the Hatch Ward upset it. Ken and Artoise Platt on April 25th at 11:50 AM. and family traveled down Andy is the son of Craig and Terry Barney or Hatch, to St. George to see Monand the grandson of Layton tana, the Platt's daughter, and Floriene Barney of get the "English Student of the Year" award from Dixie Hatch and Leo Rupp of College. Way to go MonSouth Jordan. tana and congratulations from all of us. Congratulaltions also go out to Allyson Sudweeks who became Grandma again when little Kayzee Lynn joined the family of Craig and Krista Taylor of Washington City, Utah. Little Kayzee joins brother, Cashton at home. He is Intermountain Garfield Memorial Hospital It's natural to feel uneasiness when you have medical issues. But if you're being treated by skilled caregivers using proven technology, you can also feel peace. Which is why Garfield Memorial Hospital provides extraordinary care to the communities of south central Utah. Our services include: • Emergency services • General surgery and endoscopy • Labor and delivery • Full-service laboratory • Imaging services (general X-ray, CT, ultrasound, and mobile mammography) • Physician clinics • Long-term care • Hospice • Mobile MRI • Diabetic education and diabetic programs Some of our services are for diagnosis, others for treatment. But all are to help patients heal. 200 N. 400 East, Panguitch • 435.676.8811 Wolf ® PRESENTATION When I think of the big bass that I've been blessed with catching in my life, one thing comes to mind-lure presentation. Without question, a slow, erratic retrieve has produced many of my biggest catches. This retrieve closely mimics live forage. When danger threatens, they are going to do something different, like speed up, retreat, go crazy, play possum or try to hide. In most cases though, they will move out like a late freight train. Lures like plastic worms, jigs, spinnerbaits (slowrolled), crankbait (fished in a stop-and-go retrieve) and even topwater lures can be worked erratically in a similar manner to a frightened baitfish. If you want to improve your big bass catch rate, watch how baitfish react when a fish is after them and then try to duplicate that reaction with whatever artificial bait you are using. Woo Daves was the 2000 Bassmasters Classico Champion For more tips, log onto basspro.com two years old and is happy to have a little beautiful sister. Krista is the daughter of Lynden and Giovanna Sudweeks of Tropic, proud great-grandparents. This marvelous little lady weighed in at 6 lbs. 1 oz. and is very small, and she was born on the 20th of April. Benjamin Rose, son of Dan and Sarah Rose, graduated from the Bear Den and went in to Webelos. Garrett Sudweeks joined the Bear Den after earning his Wolf patch, 1 gold arrow and 1 silver arrow. Garrett is the son of Bob and Billie Jo Sudweeks. Hazer Manning has earned his Bobcat award. He is the son of Gil and Shantel Manning Congrats to all of you Cubs!! More congratulations to Anthony Rose who received the "Daniel Scholarship". He is the son of Dan and Sarah Rose. Only 16 in the state of Utah received this award. The Bryce Area EMT's had some training the other night and they were trained ILOYAX, small... 751 AUTOCARE CORR 30+ Years of Experience ASE Certified Suspension & Alignment Specialist for 20 years on how to use addresses if an emergency arose. At each address they found they were able to receive an item that at the end of the night would result in a banana split party. It was a fun activity. All of the houses except two were found and the goodies were retreived. One thing they found out about the addresses in the valley is that they are different depending on who you get them from. The county, the town and the numbers on the homes were not the same. It was very confusing and it could be a big problem if someone called needing an ambulance right away and the EMT's could not find the right address. Someone needs to address this problem right away. Some work needs to be done to coordinate the addresses. What a great EAGLE PROJECT this would make for some scout willing to do the work. The Charlie Francisco family had their annual Easter party at their home this year. Friends came from Salt Lake that are like family. Also attending was Sharon and Robin Griffin of Monroe and all their family. Roger and Kelly, a niece, and their daughter Mylie and husband Sam and her daughter came, Kelly is Mylie's mother. Sheri Ann and Justin Springer, Robin Griffin's daughter, they are from St. George. Lloyd and Helena Mortensen of Parowan, and their sons, William and Charlie also were there. Sandrea their other daughter was also in attendance. Everyone had a load of fun and there was lots of good food and conversation. Eva Dean wanted to tell everyone her daughter Robin is doing well after her surgery which is good news. The Dance Academy held their 5th annual dance recital last Friday. It was a great show. All the performers did so well. The students who participated were Elisabeth Ahlstrom, Emilee Courtright, Madison Doran, Elaina Le Fevre, Liam Le Fevre, Lesha Le Fevre, Mindy Grimshaw, Sally Leslie, Eva Sorenson, Jessica Stewart, Katie Stewart, Kristen Stewart, Maren Stewart, Reagan Syrett, Madison Syrett, Brooke Willoughby, Trinity Whitfield, and Tannia Winegar. There was quite a variety of routines this year. There was ballet/hi hop, which was done with a sports theme this year, point, tumbling and modern lyrical. All the solo's were exceptional, done by Tannia, Lesha, Eva, and Brooke. The groups did and excellent job as weel and they all looked great in their costumes. Since the sports theme was done, we decided to dedicate it to the BVHS Basketball lA State Champs! ! Congrats to them again. The elite group that performed did a difficult number that received many compliments. Good job dancers and tumblers. You were awesome! All these classes will be offered next year beginning when the school year starts. Summer camps may be offered as well. Join the Dance Academy by calling Jessica Stewart at 679-8495 to sign up. Rita Hammer of Cannonville is home again and doing much better after all her treatments. Ramona and John Morreale have gone to California and back. They are working on a home down there and are building a home here as well for Blair Smith. Busy busy busy!! We send get well wishes to Ferriland Ruesch who is recovering after surgery. We wish her a speedy recovery and to get up and on her feet again soon. Also on the mend is Gayle Moore wo had Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery by Dr. DelCore. She is doing well and glad to be rid of that horrendous pain up her arm. Kathy Shakespeare and Sandy Johnson went to some classified employee training classes in St. George and while they were there they went to the Temple a couple of times as well. Vicki Ahlstrom is leaving the School District for retirement. Have a good one Vicki you will be missed. We want to wish all college students good luck on finals and can't wait to see them all running around this summer being busy. Wade Moore was working on a college project and decided to take his grandmother, Lula Moore on a trip with him. They drove over to Capitol Reef and had a look around and it was a good day for them. They enjoyed the trip. Escalante Stake Conference was wonderful. Pres. and Sis Orton of the St. George Temple were the guest speakers. Pres Klin Chynoweth, Pres. Kerry Alvey, and Pres. Alan Torgerson all gave wonderful talks. When Pres. Chynoweth talked he complimented and thanked his clerks for their hard work. Then he surprised Gary Syrett by asking him to come up and bear his testimony. Cheri Feltner played the piano with Miriam Wagstaff played violin beautifully. Then Cheri also bore her testimony. Youth speakers were Lonee Le Fevre and Neil Owens. The Stake Choir sounded wonderful. In Cannonville, Larry Rose, son of Delpha Rose, and his crew have been replacing and repairing the water line. They are hoping to relieve some of the problems they have been having there. There has been many complications and damage done and this new pipeline will hopefully take care of that and bring a better quality of water to Cannonville. There were reports of blown water heaters and flooded houses. Whew. A reminder of YEARBOOKS for the Elementary are due. They cost $10.00 each and can be order on the slip sent home, through the office, and teachers. Please indicate grades, names of students and how many yearbooks. Also include the payment with the order. Once again the students will be feeling the cuts of the budget in the district when some of our beloved staff is cut in hours if not just plain cut out. Some of the people affected have been among some of the hardest workers ever and given a great deal of their own time to promoting education in the schools. We hope this situation can somehow be remedied and we don't have to lose these important workers in our schools. It is a shame this is happening. Have a good week everyone and please call or email your news. Thanks VS. |
