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Show Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, February 23-26, 2019 A-5 The Park Record County Seat COUNTY EDITOR: ANGELIQUE McNAUGHTON 649–9014 EXT. 15712 | Countynews@parkrecord.com Sheriff’s Office investigates apparent armed bank robbery Wells Fargo Bank in Kimball Junction targeted ANGELIQUE MCNAUGHTON The Park Record The Summit County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent armed robbery Friday morning at the Wells Fargo Bank in Kimball Junction. Lt. Andrew Wright said two men entered the bank at around 10:09 a.m. and produced a handgun. One of the suspects verbally demanded money. Wright said the bank employees complied. Surveillance footage from the bank shows one of the suspects pointing the gun at a teller. No one was injured. “We don’t know if or how much money was taken,” he said. CHRIS SAMUELS/PARK RECORD Authorites investigate an apparent armed robbery at the Wells Fargo Bank in Kimball Junction on Friday. The suspects immediately left the area after the incident in a black, stolen 2015 Cadillac CTS, a Sheriff’s Office press release stated. Authorities believe a woman may have been with the suspects. But, her involvement was unknown. “We are trying to get infor- COURTESY OF SUMMIT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Surveillance footage from the Wells Fargo Bank in Kimball Junction shows one of the suspects pointing a firearm at a teller. mation about the suspects and are working with surrounding businesses, as well as canvassing the area,” Wright said. It was unclear how many customers and employees were in the building at the time of the robbery. Wright said investigators are interviewing “multiple witnesses,” which may include bystanders. Investigators with the FBI are assisting the Sheriff’s Office. “It’s still pretty fresh,” Wright said. “Banks usually have a pretty significant surveillance system in place, so part of the investigation will be reviewing that footage. We are working with Wells Fargo employees and anyone who was there to get all the information that we can to track down and figure out who these people are.” Investigators believe the suspects were involved in a robbery in Cheyenne, Wyoming, early Friday morning. Anyone who sees the suspects is encouraged to call 911. They are considered armed and dangerous. Planning panelists selected Malena Stevens retains her post, new voice added GET MORE? YES, PLEASE. More is what everyone wants more of today. A little more of this. A little more of that. Busy people running two careers with children don’t just want more, they need it. Extraordinary people seeking extraordinary experiences are certainly looking for more. When your skillset and experience extend beyond “realtor” to cover all-things-property, and when you believe in coming from contribution... you add up everything you’ve got to give, and you deliver. MURRAY GARDNER That’s Murray Gardner and Gardner Group in a nutshell. 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I wanted to be able to make an impact.” One of the ways that Stevens feels she has made a difference is by serving on the Snyderville Basin Planning Commission for the last two years. She recently reapplied to retain her post. “I just think it is important to become a part of the community you live in and planning is a huge part of what is shaping it,” she said. The Summit County Council announced Stevens’ reappointment on Wednesday. The terms of Stevens and Commission Chair Bea Peck are set to expire on Feb. 28. Beck said she was on the fence about reapplying, but ultimately decided not to. Crystal Simons will replace the two-term commissioner. The County Council held interviews earlier this month to fill the slots, with nine people applying for the vacancies. Simon and Stevens’ upcoming terms will expire in 2022. While on the planning panel, Stevens has participated in decisions regarding several significant projects in the Basin, including the hotel proposed for the former Colby School property on S.R. 224 and the Woodward action-sports camp at Gorgoza Park. She also served on the citizens’ committee that created the neighborhood plan for Kimball Junction and the surrounding areas. Stevens works at the Park City Police Department as the chief executive assistant to Chief Wade Carpenter. She Raise the Art of Après in a Penthouse that’s the Envy of Park City Lift’s residences are the peak of a rejuvenated Canyons Village, with expansive outdoor living rooms that face a breathtaking panorama. Indoors, COURTESY OF CRYSTAL SIMONS AND MALENA STEVENS The Summit County Council selected Crystal Simons, left, and reappointed Malena Stevens to the Snyderville Basin Planning Commission on Wednesday. previously served as the Police Department’s victim’s advocate. She has lived in the county for nearly eight years. “I’ve really enjoyed my time on the Planning Commission, not only because of the things I’ve learned, but honestly, I find the whole planning process fascinating,” she said. “It has been a great way to gain more insight and make more of an impact in the community.” Council member Roger Armstrong attributed Stevens’ reappointment to the time she has already spent on the planning panel. He said she is familiar with the processes and has been heavily involved with the creation of the Kimball Junction neighborhood plan. “The experience she has is valuable and she has shown herself to be a good member of the commission,” he said. New voice Simons has now lived in Park City with her husband and 3-year-old daughter for a little more than a year. They lived in the area from 2005 to 2009 while Simons was interning with the Park City Planning and Sustainability departments. But, they left so Simons could attend graduate school at the University of California in Berkeley. Simons received two masters degrees, in city and region- al planning and environmental planning, with a focus on river restoration and land conservation. She works remotely in Park City for a project in California. “What’s exciting to me about being appointed is the opportunity to bring my skill set back to the community,” she said. “I come from a small town (Sun Valley, Idaho) and understand how important quality of life is. Yet, I just spent a decade in an urban metropolitan area and I think my experience in both will be helpful.” Simons views decisions on transportation and housing as critical, especially considering Park City and Summit County are preparing for a potential second Winter Olympics in 2030. She added, “We need to grow smart and thoughtfully.” “But, as we grow we can maintain a quality of life and that is my inspiration,” she said. “I really feel like I have the professional background and knowledge to serve and be a productive member of the commission.” Simons plans to approach her decisions “holistically and with an open mind.” She said she isn’t bringing politics into her role — only an academic background. “I think code is important to Please see Panelists, A-6 the open floorplan and walls of glass bring those same mountain views into focus from the great room and grand kitchen. Raise the art of après in a penthouse that’s the envy of Park City. Completion Summer 2019 To view, contact Mark Rodeheaver 435.659.8993 mark@reparkcity.com liftparkcity.com Lift residences are not currently being offered for sale. Reservations are expressions of interest only and may not result in a binding agreement for purchase once residences are offered for sale. 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