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Show -N E W S- Covering what matters most SF City Council discusses 2007 election canvass Heather Campbell STAFF WRITER Now that the results are final, a new sort of excitement filled the room at Tuesday's city council meeting as the Canvass of the 2007 general election was discussed, naming Rodney C. Dart, Richard Money Davis, and Jens P. Nielson as the city's newest council elects. While the odd years are usually designated for municipal elections, due to the Governor's mandate to put the school voucher question on the ballot, this year's election was run by the county. While Spanish Fork usually averages to get about 37 percent of its voters out for the general election, this year's election, obviously fueled by the debate question, brought out a remarkable 51 percent of voters. "This is the highest turnout ever, that I can remember," Councilman Matt Barber said, "I'm sure that the voucher issue was . the driving force on that." .; When it comes to answering the voucher question-according to city recorder Kent Clark, in a vote of 194 to 195 districts, 11 was the only district of all 17 that voted "yes" for the referendum. Overall, Clark noted that 61 percent of the city voted against -the-ref&xendum, voted in and at the same time allows one of the paramedics to be free to do other things rather than doing those compressions himself. Wolford was the first recipient to use the new pulse machine when she went into cardiac arrest, and said, "I feel like I am here today because of that system." Wolford mentioned that after her own accident she found out that at the same time paramedics were assisting her, another man suffered a heart attack down at the ballpark. While that man was okay, Wolford said, he might have also benefited from the use of the same machine, and she hated the thought of a crew having to choose between two victims in the same situation. Wolford asked city council to match the funds she raises for the $145,700 machine. Council said they believe the system "had some real value," and offered their support. Wolford, who works at Centennial Bank, said she intends to set up a fund at the bank for people to donate. Meanwhile she plans on writing to businesses and publishing her story in the papers in an effort to help people understand the need for another auto pulse machine. Don Thomas and his wife announced at the meeting that they would make the first personal pledge of $500 to that fund, Council *" approved three names for the new Historic Committee: Bruce Fallon, Sharlene Irvine and Eva Bradford. The three volunteered and were approved for the position. In an effort to get things going, Council approved the three members this week, and hopes to add two more members, which they are in the process of contacting, by the next meeting. Council denied the request by Allied Waste to amend the contract with the city to allow for an increase in charges. While Allied wished to keep exact prices as confidential as possible, a representative stood before Council on Tuesday to request more money than what was in the original contracted bid. Allied claims that, due to market changes, the company is unable to keep up with costs. While the council did commit to giving Allied a fuel surcharge recently, they were not as quick to let go of funds this time around. Council voted to accept the canvass of the 2007 General Election and Councilman Leifson said, "Congratulations to all of the Candidates!" The new Candidates will take their seats at the first council meeting in January, 2008, and will replace Councilmen Barber, Seth Sorensen and Chris Wads worth. In other news, Councilman Barber said he wanted to "calm everyone's fears" in reference to the new East Bay Development that was recently announced by Provo City. On Nov. 15, 2007, Provo City Mayor and the Boyer Company announced plans for the Southgate Center, a new retail shopping center that will be built on the University Avenue and 1860 South intersection (directly across from Novell). Target is said to be the anchor store in the development, which has Spanish Fork resident's questioning rumors of a proposed Target store in the Councilman Wayne North Park Development Andersen said he felt here in Spanish Fork. changing the contract would Barber said he wanted set a precedent. "If the residents to know that they process is compromised," would be very happy with he said, "and you low-ball the stores in the North Park and get it [the bid], and then Development, and asked ask for increases, it defeats residents to continue to be the bidding process." patient in waiting for an Councilman Wadsworth official announcement. "It's said, "I'm very much a taken much longer" than capitalist and believe the they thought it would, Barber free market should run its said, but he was hopeful that course." the announcement would Councilman Barber said come soon. he did not believe Allied Diane Wolford visited had low-balled the bid and Council to discuss plans felt the market had indeed she has for a fundraiser to driven their requests; raise money for a new auto however, he also agreed pulse machine for the city. with his colleagues in According to Ambulance feeling that the city should Captain Don Thomas, the not amend the contract. machine goes around the Council expressed feeling victim's chest, and is used sympathetic to the problem, to assist with compressions but in the end, they made a during CPR. Thomas says motion to deny any changes the machine provides both in the contract amendment a very efficient heartbeat at that time. Spanish Fork WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2007 • A5 Salem City Council reviews 2007 election details 1I Mallory Byrnes STAFF WRITER high-speed broadband internet and for the volunteers serving now. telephone services to Salem's schools. Earlier Tuesday, Mayor Lane Hen"We think it's a really great project derson attended a meeting with the The election results proved again for the city," said C.T.S. representative Nebo School District to discuss three that Salem City is above average, with Steven Clark. "We also look forward issues concerning the new high school: a turnout of 54 percent announced in the to the future ... It will possibly end up tennis court light installations, permacouncil meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20, serving all four schools." nent bleacher installation, and the use 2007. An Allied Waste contract revision of .668 acres of land purchased by the "We had a great turnout for the was approved, with a $.50 increase per District at a premium price. Henderson election this year," said Jeff Nielsen. can. The rate Salem currently pays is suggested that the land be used as a There were 1,515 registered voters who below Allied Waste's average rate, and joint-use park or as a place for the high showed up out of 2,804, electing Todd the exceptional service they've provided school sign. Gordon in the place of Jeff Higginson, would make it a more fair agreement. "If we're going to try to instill the pride and re-electing Lynn Durrant and Terry In light of the recent theft of morphine in Sky Hawks and Salemhills, we need Ficklin. The new council members will from one of Spanish Fork's ambulances, to be more visual," said Henderson, be sworn in Jan. 16, 2007. Sixty percent Salem will be getting two new touchpad Henderson also clarified the of voters voted "no" on Referendum 1, keys and a morphine container to bring construction that is occurring and will with 40 percent voting "yes." the storage of the city's morphine up occur in the next few years. The land Central Telcom Services was granted to federal regulations. The regulations across from U-Check is becoming a a pole attachment agreement that will allow only one key, and the touchpads credit union, and the land just north of permit the company to put fiber optic would eliminate the need to switch the Books and Fun on the highway will be cables on poles owned by the city, key when the shifts change. the site of the grocery store. The chain generating a yearly revenue for the city Volunteers for the ambulance are also managing the grocery store will be of $15 per pole. The cables will bring in need. The city voiced its appreciation announced Dec. 12,2007. -• ,.••• "" ' SF firms helps AFPD: From VIDMIC • A l . shoulder radio that most officers already use, meaning there is no need for them to add extra bulk or weight to their utility belts with nevy equipment. And since the officers know their own.1 actions can be scrutinized through the recorded data as well, the VIDMI0 encourages officer safety and professionalism. The officers who have tested the VIDMIC seem to be very happy with the peace of mind it provides them with, Says Marshall. In fact, in;biier test group, 83 out of 85 officerstesting the VIDMIC said they would not want to be in the field without one from then on. One officer who had worked wjth VIDMIC said, "Working at the county jail we have many uses for the VIDMIC. We're always getting charged with excessiye use of force. I know that when we have to do a take-down of somebody, it was necessary, and my VIDMIC backs me up. Camera Ions Speaker Capture Button Jack On'Of ini USB Pc:it LEFT SIDE FRONT Push lo Tal* Bution Charging LCD OrVOII LCD Screen RIGHT SIDE BACK Courtesy graphic ON THE JOB: VIDMIC, developed by EHS, Inc. in Spanish Fork, has been adopted by the American Fork Police Department. During intake, booking, or cell searches, my VIDMIC always backs me up." The VIDMIC's innovative design has been recognized in the private sector as well. At the 2007 China Electronics Fair, one of the world's largest electronics trade shows, EHS, Inc. received theGIobalSources Electronics Design Award for the VIDMIC. That award was presented in October, and just a few days later, Cygnus Law Enforcement Group named the VIDMIC the Most Innovative Communications Product of 2007. out overseas," she said. Ketty also said that being constantly in the public eye, especially proclaiming Christ as they do, has also taught the girls a measure of integrity. "We have to be accountable for what we claim. We are constantly aware that people are watching us and learning from us," she said. On their website they proclaim that their talent is from God, and they intend to use it only for His glory, "to keep that which is entrusted to us as pure as it is humanly possible." Ketty said that people are often touched by her daughters' music. "To [the girls] it might just be another concert, but to somebody else it's saying something more, giving them a connection to God. We've learned that God uses song to inspire or touch someone else. [The girls] are God's instruments. It's been a humbling experience." Ketty said that in thentravels they have the opportunity to meet people from all different faiths. "We have truly learned that we have a merciful God who loves everyone. We always find something in common with the people, no matter how different they are. We've learned this world is so small. It seems we always meet someone who knows someone else we know." Ketty said that they will release their third album at the end of the month. It's a Negro spiritual, and Ketty said it was harder than anything they've ever done. "It was so much work. It really took them to a new level. Everyone that heard it said there was a sharp difference between their previous work and this one, in their voices and abilities with harmony." They started working on it at the end of January last year, and it's just now being released. They had hoped to release a Christmas album this year, but Ketty said between the other album and their extensive traveling, they will have to postpone the Christmas album until next year. For a long time the Cadet Sisters did not have a group name. "Everyone was asking about the group name," Ketty said. "Cadet is our last name, so it just made sense to be the Cadet Sisters. We were at a program when they wanted to announce them, we just looked at each other and said, 'Cadet Sisters? Yeah, okay. That sounds good.'" The Cadet Sisters do not charge high prices for their concerts. They feel that everyone should have "access to [their[ ministry," so they keep the fees as low as possible. Go to www.cadetsisters. com for a sample of tneir music, to order a CD, or to find .their nearest concert. Singing praises: From SISTERS • A l moving in the direction He wanted it to be," Ketty said. Ketty said that as parents they have tried to keep their daughters' lives as normal as possible. "They live ordinary lives, attend school, and go shopping at the grocery store," Ketty said, "but now and then they'll run into someone who will say, lOh, I know you!' And that's strange when it's someone that they don't know. We have private lives. When someone we never knew existed recognizes them it can be scary." Even now the girls are surprised at the extent of their influence. "They're surprised when we tell them they got mail from Japan or Saudi Arabia. We didn't even know there were any Christians there. It's always an 'Oh wow.'" While the Cadet parents have had reservations over the fame their daughters enjoy, Ketty said that overall it has been a very good experience. "Now we know it is a ministry," she said. "That's how we see it. The rest [of the fame] doesn't really mean that much to them. ... They have the opportunity to tell people about God, to tell kids to stay in school, and to stay out of trouble." Eddy plays guitar, and it was he that started the girls singing when they were young. Now they sing in intricate four and five-point harmony, and they have performed all over the world. Gianna has just recently joined the group, though she is still considered "in training." Their mother said that Gianna does some songs in harmony, but mostly she sings solos when they perform. "Gianna started singing with them from the time she was two," Ketty said. She even sang on TV when she was only two years old. Ketty said she sang beautifully, and didn't have any stage fright. The Cadet Sisters have composed their own songs, but Ketty said they haven't published any of their own work. They sing a lot of hymns. "So many of the hymns are so beautiful, but maybe a little outdated," Ketty said. "They arrange them to appeal more to their generation. All their songs are their own arrangements." They do all their own background tracks, and all of them play an instrument. Ketty has made sure that they are well-grounded in music. They all have or will have three to four years of piano, and then she said they can decide whatever other instrument they want to specialize in. Ketty said they also have the opportunity to travel a lot, and they meet so many people. "They've been to almost all the states, and they're branching |