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Show "If x . I !p J' A HONORED AT LUNCHEON. Governor and Mrs. Calvin L. Rampton were recipients of a plaque and flowers at a no-host luncheon staged in Cedar City Wednesday of last week. The Governor and his wife were in Cedar City to meet with area elected officials and to attend and participate in Girls State activities at SUSC. - , Honored at Luncheon Gov. Hampton meets with offfictalsufarea- The absence of an adequate tax base at the Kaiparowits plateau, based on coal mining alone; is inadequate to meet demands of a new , community, Governor Calvin Rampton told a meeting of county and city officials assembled at Southern Utah State College. Governor Rampton, in making his final official trip to meet with local officials, suggested to those assembled at the Music Recital Hall, that he had made more trips to southern Utah than Brigham Young and that it should dispell any feelings in the area that his office is not concerned con-cerned about the area. : The matter of the Blue Ribbon committee formed by Governor Rampton to develop an energy policy for the state was discussed. The governor pointed out that the Kaiparowits problem as it now exists would not develop sufficient funds for the demands of a new town for roads, water, sewers and schools, but suggested that a new look at the coal industry would have to be a part of the studv. In the past, he indicated, there has been no severance tax on coal because it has been a depressed industry with little export. "It will probably be my recommendation now that we review that issue in light of the fact that we may well be exporting ex-porting coal in large quantities in the near future." I would recommend on that issue that a severance tax be considered, he stated. He did, however, suggest that a percentage of such a tax be specifically set up for the Uniform School Fund. The Governor reviewed with those in attendance some of the direction of the Blue Ribbon committee, but suggested that some strong recommendations should be formulated by fall in order to be considered in the 1977 legislature. When questions as to the input by multi-county units he suggested that input be readied no later than September in order that it might be considered by the committee. He suggested that water, such an important commodity in Utah, is in ample supply with allocations on the Colorado River, but just don't have it where we want it. Gov.. Rampton strongly suggested that the social and economic impact of the proposed Alunite Project in Beaver County be prepared to include the impact im-pact on the Cedar City area. He recommended that Iron and , Beaver consider some type of Continued on Page Two Gov. Rampton meets with officials of area o I Milffiifi Tifa 11 ii 'i "Tftf'i Continued from Front Page mutual agreement with the possibility that since the tax base is in Beaver County, that some funds be allowed to flow to Iron County, which will also be impacted im-pacted by the development. "Something needs to be tried to meet that need," he suggested. In meeting independently with individual county officials the Governor told Iron County Commissioners that the 1977 legislature is "going to have to bite the bullet and place an additional ad-ditional tax on gas." The additional ad-ditional tax is needed to meet the road needs throughout the state and Iron County, as well as others, have great needs in this area. Commissioners Ivan Matheson suggested that the state needs to reconsider their specifications for various areas to meet needs pointing out that roads in Washington County should not require the same type of construction con-struction as those in the colder climates, such as Iron County. At the opening session Governor Rampton expressed his commendation for the Voluntary and cooperative association that has addressed itself to regional problems. The regional concept of government is operation in areas where they want us to work, he contended. "I'm not happy to have a county withdrawf but I certainly recognize their right to from the work of your office and staff, as we have tried to build more locally responsive programs and services. It is our hope that our joint state-local efforts will continue to benefit the people in our area in the future. We further acknowledge your specific efforts to support industrial in-dustrial and economic development in our area. The technical assistance of state departments and programs have been most responsive to and supportive of our local leadership. leader-ship. We recognize this support reflects the objectives and attitudes at-titudes of your administration. The fact that the people of Utah chose you to lead our state for three successive terms emphasizes em-phasizes your successes and accomplishments. We acknowledge and offer our tribute for that service. As you leave office in January, it is our hope that you and Mrs. Rampton might feel happiness and satisfaction. We also hope you both may find satisfaction as you enter into other pursuits and activities. We wish to thank Mrs. Rampton Ramp-ton for her service as our State's First Lady. She is a lovely and gracious person who has demonstrated concern and empathy for Utah's people. May you both enjoy great happiness and again be aware of our heart felt appreciation for your public service. CONTEMPLATES RESPONSE. Meeting informally with representatives of county and city government officials Governor Calvin L. Rampton pauses before responding to question regarding vital county needs as related to the state. "do so," he indicated. "I commend com-mend those who have kept the Five County Association of Governments in operation," he stated. Governor Rampton and Mrs. Rampton were special guests at a no-host luncheon at noon. At that time Fred B. Harris, chairman of the Five County Steering Committee and a member of the Beaver County Commission, presented Governor Rampton with a plaque and Mrs. Rampton was presented with a dozen red roses. Harris' comments to the state's first couple follows: As local public officials in Southwest Utah, we wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge your service to Utah and our area. We are deeply appreciative of the contribution you have J UDDaD.ap f r: ? Jooddod 4 0 M ft n rS T o'o'a'o a vl 1 made as Governor to our counties, communities, and people. There is much that could be acknowledged, about ydur service ser-vice .. and administration. . However, one objective of your Office has been most noteworthy and merits specific reference. Your efforts to support and build local government have been felt and . deeply appreciated. Our area particularly has benefited GIFT TO COLLEGE. Carol fester, extreme" left, LeOna Swallow, thirdfrom right, SUSC president Royden C; Braithwaite, extreme right, and girls from the 1976 Girls State display flag '' that was presented to college by the" 356 girls "and the staff of the American Legion Auxiliary sponsored event. The week-long activities concluded on the SUSC campus Saturday. |
