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Show A3 The Emery County Review, Tuesday, August 12, 2008 Battle over garbage contract gets ugly in Ferron Continued from Page A1. Emery County Sanitation offered a set rate no matter how many the city used. Wade Williams of City Sanitation expressed his frustration several times during the discussion, saying, “I still believe we have the lower bid,” but it was finally decided that because the council would not set a firm number on roll-offs, and when the bid was delivered it didn’t include a solid number, Emery County Sanitation had submitted the lower bid. After the mayor again asked for a motion, Councilman Trent Jackson finally made the motion to that effect, remarking, “Our hands are tied by the ordinance.” The issue again seemed at an impasse for a few moments when the mayor asked for a second, but Councilperson JoAnn Behling finally provided the second. The council then voted to award the bid to Emery Count Sanita- tion. Even after the meeting concluded, Williams held firm that his bid was the lower bid. “I just thought the whole thing was wrong. I was the low bid,“ he held. “Three weeks ago, they awarded the bid to me.” His frustration was compounded by the fact that his company has provided garbage services to Ferron for more than 25 years, and in his view has done the job well. “We’ve never not picked up the garbage,” he said. Williams also explained that he has tried to help the community, supporting local events and has provided his employees with benefits. “It just seemed to me that the bid came down to who lived closer to city hall,” he concluded. For Kent Wilson, who owns Emery County Sanitation, the outcome was positive, though he admitted he had mixed feelings. “I’ve got a bunch of different feelings,” he said. “I know he’s probably the only one they’ve ever done business with, and there’s some loyalty there, but we’re not a new company anymore, like we were when Huntington and Orangeville took the risk on us. I got into this to try to get everyone a fair price.” Even with his many perspectives on the issue, Wilson conveyed his desire to giving Ferron’s resident’s great service. “I just look forward to serving Ferron, and making the transition as painless and easy as I can,” he said. “They will get the type of service they’re used to and deserve.” As to the issue with not being able to acquire the needed amount of garbage cans, Wilson explained, “I had all of the arrangements made to have them by Aug. 31, but because of what happened, the company can’t make them all in time. It’s just an unfortunate situation; both sides are going to do whatever they can.” Back Country pilots plan fly-in to Huntington Airport in October Continued from Page A1. Pilots will fly into the airport Oct. 3, and have breakfast and lunch together on Saturday. They will have many options on activities during their stay. Purtschi explained that many of the pilots will spend the morning flying to many of the remote landing strips which are near the air- port and then spend the rest of the day on other activities, departing Saturday night or Sunday. One of the unique activities the pilots may par- ticipate in is a “flour drop.” Two pilots fly over an area near the airport and one pilot will attempt to drop a bag of flour in a barrel in the area, while the other pilot flies the plane. The group expressed that they had “no idea” how many pilots will participate, saying it would depend on the weather. They hope for a large group, explaining that “airplane people like to get together.” In fact, rather than set a strict schedule of events, they plan to leave it up to the pilots to select activities. Emery School District expands students with disabilities program Josie Luke The addition of a selfcontained resource unit for grades 4-6 at Cottonwood Elementary is the latest phase in the Emery County School District’s expansion of their district-wide program for students with disabilities. The program began at Castle Dale Elementary and then moved to Huntington Elementary. The latest expansion will provide for students to have additional assistance required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Participating students will spend the morning in the self-contained classroom and the afternoon in mainstream classrooms according to their specific needs assisted by two full-time aides. Jon Crawford, district special education director, said the expansion is “extremely exciting,” adding, “I’ve been working on it for a number of years.” The district has hired a full-time special education teacher, Brandi Mangum, and two teaching assistants, who according to Crawford are “very qualified.” The aides will accompany the students into the mainstream classrooms to assist the classroom teachers. Though some parents have expressed concern over an increase impacting already large class sizes, Crawford reported that the program will start out with Price hosts ‘End Meth Now’ event a small number of students and will grow as services are needed. At first there will only be a couple of students who will be transferred to Cottonwood, which shouldn’t prove to be an issue for the school. He also added that the students will be in the selfcontained classroom through most of the day and when they are in the mainstream classrooms, aids will be able to assist. “Large class sizes are dealt with in this way quite frequently,” he said, but added those decisions are made by regular education supervisors. ADOPT A PET Continued from Page A1. he referred to as “instant sobriety.” Now, he says of those authorities, “I really kind of need these people. I wouldn’t have the self worth and self respect that I have without drug court.” Lee is now an active member of the community, and he views the End Meth Now effort as a positive and successful program. “You can only foster self worth by getting the word out. Prevention starts in the home,” he said. He invited the community to “continue the discussion,” encouraging an open conversation about the meth issue. Erin Rolfsness also discussed her experience in overcoming the powerful addiction, revealing she has now been clean for five years. She reported that after she was able to attain the right mind set, it was “not a hard thing to do.” When her children were removed from the home, it became a requirement. Now she speaks with family members every day, “reminding them of the things I was involved in and telling them they do not want to get involved.” Price Mayor Joe Piccolo also spoke, remarking, “It’s not enough that we talk about it. In order for the community to be successful, we need to stop those youth in the community that are experimenting. I hope as we go forward, to help those most affected members of our community. “It’s an experiment that requires participation of all those that are involved. Then, it requires additional adjustment so that you might stay ahead of the curve. It is an experiment, one that requires us to create awareness, develop thought and act appropriately.” Emery Count also hopes to participate in the End Meth Now program. According to Jennifer Thomas of Four Corners Mental Health, anyone wishing to participate, by signing the banner will be able to do so at Ferron Peach Days and Green River Melon Days. News Tip? Give the Review a call at 748-2541. You’re News to Us! I’m a Keeper This 10 week old male, brindle colored boxer mix is looking for a place to call home. He can be yours for $55, which includes neuter and rabies vaccination. An AVID Chip is also available at the time of the adoption for $12. This pet and many others are available at the Emery County Animal Shelter in Castle Dale, 490 West, SR-29. Call 381-2539 for more information. Emery County’s New Newspaper 685 South Main Street P.O. Box 487 Orangeville, UT. 84537 www.theemerycountyreview.com Phone: 435-748-2541 Fax: 435-748-2543 Established January 2, 2007 Published Every Tuesday Those who attended the End Meth Now campaign event at the Price Peace Gardens sign a banner vowing to stay clear of meth. Do you want to send your exhibit to the state fair? The USU Extension office in Castle Dale can take them up for you. All entries must be in the Extension office by August 26 before 5:00 p.m. 75 E. Main #114 Castle Dale. For more information contact extension office at 435-381-2381 or e-mail chrisj@ext.usu.edu or visit the Utah State Fair web site at www.utahstatefair.com for special rules and awards. Publisher / Editor James L. Davis jldavis@theemerycountyreview.com Co-Publisher / Office / Advertising Manager Colleen A. Davis cdavis@theemerycountyreview.com Assistant Editor Josie Luke Advertising Design / Office Lyndsay Reid Editorial Staff Kathy P. 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