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Show Around The County JULY 4, 2008 PAGE A3 Summit County News Elk Meadows Assisted Living Chief of Police Evans - “Movin’ On” CHERYL OVARD Friday, June 27, the “…Wentworth Assisted Living center in Oakley made the name change official - and it is now called the “Elk Meadows” Assisted Living,” stated owner Gary Burraston. Along with the change, the center had an open house in which people came to view the facility, see the lovely rooms, and view the opportunities that are available including hospice and meals on wheels. Representatives from companies such as Alpine Home Care and Hospice, Love Healthcare, Danville Support Services and Applegate HomeCare and Hospice were there to answer questions of concerned visitors. Tours were also conducted in which people could see firsthand the facility and learn about the care which is given to residents. Elk Meadows has programs and activities directed by Wendy Schroeder, and Marci Bordinko, Assistant Adminstrator and Chyanne Young, Director of Nursing, are always available to answer question that people may have concerning care of their loved ones. Wellness Clinic Plan For Open House in August The Coalville Wellness Clinic across the street from the North Summit track and football field has cars parked in their parking lot - grass and trees planted, and curb and gutters - ready for business! Dr. Wain Allen, MD, Dr. Chris Vernon, DDS, are now moved in and operating in their new facility. The newness smell is inviting, and the rooms are big and pleasant. Patients will have only the best as great care and thought went into the plans to best suit the needs of each individual patient. Doug Toole, Physical Therapist will soon be in his offices as well, and the open house is scheduled for Aug. 2, Saturday, from 10 am to 1 pm, according to the receptionist from Morgan, Amy Watkins, working for Dr. Vernon. Dr. Allen will be open his regular hours, and Dr. Vernon will be in his office on Thursdays and Fridays until further notice. SCN Editor When the next venture is ahead - it’s time to move on and give it a try - that is what Chief Lloyd Evans is doing and as he is saying his “good-byes” to his colleagues and friends and the many acquaintances he has met and worked with during his 30 years with the Park City Police Force. They came out in ‘force’ to greet and thank Chief Evans on Wednesday, June 25, as he steps down from the coveted and well earned position he has served in since 1997- and also for working in various other positions with the PCPD since 1978. Chief Evans has been able to reach many goals he has had in these positions, and has made friends for a lifetime along the way. Mayor Dana Williams, conducting the presentation ceremony at the retirement party, noted that Chief Evans started out in a “one-cop town to becoming an international community” - serving with dedication and has been instrumental in achieving these accomplishments of growth and development. “Your outreach (has been) phenomenal and you have set a precedence”. Glen Passey of the United States Secret Service then made a presentation to Evans with a plaque from Washington D.C. - Secret Service Department of the United States of America - signed by Mark Sullivan, Director of the U.S. Secret Service - for his outstanding service making the President of the United States and Vice-President of the United States both welcome, as well as the Secret Service men and women. The plaque read “… in special recognition of efforts and superior contributions to the law enforcement responsibilities of U.S. Secret Service”. Tom Bakaly presented Evans with a ring in remembrance of his 30 years of service, engraved with a mountain scene and reflecting diamond. The fact that Evans grew up in Park City and loves the mountains made the engraving much more sentimental to him. The retiring Chief of Police admitted fondly that the new replacement who will start July 1, Wade Carpenter, will have to have a sense of humor to ‘survive’ here! Captain Kirk, working closely with Evans, stated “that he will be missed by all of the staff at the department!” Evans was also presented with a Chief Lloyd Evans “near life-sized” portrait of himself in uniform. Detective Leslie Welker, on behalf of the entire staff at the Park City Police Department, gave Chief Evans a bronze plaque in remembrance of each of those he worked with over the years. Retiring Chief Evans responded stating “I will miss the people I have worked with - they have been the finest people to know in the community and I have been honored to meet and work with …them over the years!” The Eastern Summit County Neighborhood Meeting #2 Voting at It’s Lowest Count Huge Treasure Hunt 4383 N. River Road, Oakley. (off Hwy 32, ¼ mile east of Polar King) July 4, Noon – 4 pm July 5, 9 – Noon July 6, 9- Noon Try the new Oakley Diner and hunt for treasure the same day. Designer home furnishings, accessories, appliances, tools, 100’s of books, lighting, fans, sporting goods, and much more. The June 24 Primary Election was at its lowest point on Tuesday. According to the totals from all of the precincts, Summit County Clerk Kent Jones stated that a mere 2% was the grant total of turnout! It was so slow all day that the election judges simply had not a thing to do most of the time. There was no Democratic ballot in Summit County, and only registered Republicans were allowed to vote. The voting in the South Summit area was a little higher than anywhere else as they had a treasurer on the ballot and it was in favor of Walker. Woodland and Oakley also had the South Summit School Board running, which added to the count of people who came out. As the non-partisan race for School Board was on the ballot, this brought the percentage up to about 12% who came out for the primary election. Henefer had very few, as did Coalville. Following the Canvassing on Wednesday, July 2, totals will be printed in the next Summit County News. July 9, 2008, will be the date for the next Eastern Summit County Neighborhood Meeting at Wanship at the Fire Station led by the Eastern Summit County Planning Committee (ESCPC). Group discussion with a question and answer session following will be conducted by the ESCPC. The meeting held in Henefer on Wednesday, June 23, was well attended, and some of the questions answered by the groups were: 1.Assuming there is going to be growth in Eastern Summit County, where would you like to see it occur and what type of growth would you prefer; 5. What are your plans for the use of your property in the next 10 years? The meeting began with Jill Houston, Vice-chair, introducing the members and staff, giving a brief background of the ESC General Plan and Development Code, related a summary of proposed General Plan and Vision Statement and Goals, followed by a discussion and and overview of proposed Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program. Jill also talked about the future and asked what those present would like to see in regards to growth. The ESCPC would like to see what the community wants, and the meeting seemed successful in relating some ideas and the committee answered questions from the audience. They encourage people to come out and help achieve their goal as a committee which is “to protect the rural, agricultural, and small town lifestyle of Eastern Summit County and the natural resources of the land, while protecting the private property rights of the citizens with responsible growth. Other scheduled meetings are: July 9, 2008, Wanship Fire Station; July 23, 2008, Oakley Fire Station; July 30, 2008, Kamas Fire Station. See You There! money to help with the first month’s rent and security deposit for new lodging, food and clothing. The Red Cross also can help with emotional comfort and counseling if needed, and if multiple people are affected, the Red Cross sets shelters with cots and a “mess tent” for mass feeding. After a flood, for example, the Red Cross Volunteers also give out clean-up kits with bleach, rubber gloves, etc, to help people salvage their personal items. Susan Thomas, Communications Director for the American Red Cross, Greater Salt Lake Area, stated that they also can give out comfort kits for hygiene, toys for kids, and other essential immediate food/water/shelter/clothing and medical prescriptions, etc. They can be reached at (801) 323-7000 anytime there is a disaster that needs attention, whether large or small. Check out the website at www.utahredcross.org The nation Red Cross site is www.redcross.org It has been several years since a fire like this has occurred in Old Town, and the danger is ever present and dangerous because the homes are so close to one another. It has always been a worry by the Park City Fire Department - but they are grateful that even though this home was a complete loss, lives were spared! See Our Web Site! Call 336-5501 Fire… Artists and Vendors Wanted The Mountain Spirit Heritage Festival is looking to use local artists and vendors for their event July 25-27, 2008 in Wanship at the Rockport State Park. 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