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Show V SNOW REMOVAL I , In some areas of lown, snow removal has been a serious problem. The city I needs 10 address and solve these problems. The fact that the older, steeper I Tfliu cuiri i ciuncDrcD pan of town has particular problems with snow removal might mean that a I ' lUniMffcLLtNBERGER lower density should be recommended for these areas, thus reducing the I 1 problems of traffic congestion due to the snow build-up. I Jin my opinion the decisions which will be made, by Park City's elected PARKS AND RECREATION: I officials in the next four years will shape the density of our town and set the I commented earlier in the campaign that the city has purchased land for I lone for 'the type of life style it will offer its residents in the future. I choose to parks thai would virtually double the size of our park space. I commend the I run tor office because I believe that I represent the concerns of people who cj,v on this move, but feel that there should be ordinances passed which I have made Park City home for their families, intend to stay, and care about would encourage developers to donate more open space to recreation I wha.s happening both now and in the future. As an independent facilities. The entire obligation' to provide parks and oper .spaces should not I businessman who has demonstrated a willingness to devote time to public bc bor bv lhc cilv bu, shouId be shared bJ ,he deveopers who are profiting I service and care for our town I believe that I can bring a unique set of skills to and beneiliiiiK from Park Citv I i lie job of city councilman. ..-' I The following briefly stales my position on the major issues of this GROWTH: I campaign.: Ii has been interesting for me to hear the varied views people have on the I issue of growth since beginning my campaign for office. I The families who saw the town' go downhill as the mining industry pulled ' out view ihe impact of the ski industry as a positive factor that saved Park City I JJ from economic oblivion. I Newcomers and Parkites alike are concerned that developers will II - ' - y, ' " , Californicaic the city for a fast buck and move on. Every property owner is I fXTuTt g ' deliglued wiih the rapid appreciation of their land or home. However, these . I " "-' Y"mm,'" f Vi - same people are concerned thai the town will become so expensive that I r - f - . workers will have no place to live, or that the city will become the exclusive I H: a '' "couniryclub"of the few that can afford it. ,1 ?X "? Vw Out Sf V There has been skepticism expressed as to the ability of the town to affect I . V! ' C?t t' a a controls on growth because of the problems of uniformly enforcing the current I I - ?i ; s- f V w- . master plait and land management' codes. I X&S22r X-" C -L, My view is thai Park City has the potential of becoming one of the premier I II i "41 3 'j v ivson itm iis in America. ..bui thai it will only happen if growth is controlled so I 5S Z, t f "hai quality is maintained. To build the Park City thai the majority of its I M ' """ ci.izcns desire, we need to: I j M ' Vi'S- Revise i he master plan and land management code to better reflect the I " Mi - ' I ii present wishes of the majority of the citizens. I ' 1k " , ; H Utilize these plans as a strict set of rules so they don't fall into misuse of I : : nonuse because of too many variances and become the joke they are today. I y ' ' Utilize the Utah Uniform Building Code as a minimum standard and I ;. ; .. upgrade whenever necessary or desirable. .; I V. Take advantage of the economic slowdown due to high interest rates to I ' S ' X regroup and take a long hard look at where the town is going. I V Take the initiative as far as growth is concerned and stop reacting to the I onslaught ot building .that the city has been faced with recently t I . A Nm is .the time, and I don't believe it's too late, to shape the ttiture of Park "';', .-',,- I I. ' Ciiy'io one of prosperity and siill maintain the quality of life we nave all come I . m know and love. ' . . , , I - , . - . . I .r W$ . ,'"v- FIRE PROTECTION: Af' l V I Since joining the Fire District two and a half years ago and being elected the jjrf i! ' I District's Chairman, we have been able to accomplish the following: Ss l I Formulate and implement a master plan for fire protection in the 90 -fit ftr-' I . square mile fire district. ; j , - e ; ... ; y .t I f Construct a new fire station in Parle City with the'opiion of additional floor r i ( f I space to be added as needed. i . I Purchased a new 1500 GPM pumper todoublc our pumping capacity. 1;;?" I . Negotiate with 4 he city the purchase of a -75 foot ladder truck which is the ;1 jfKy -f I , I ; stateof the ari for aerial firefighting equipment. .. ? .rii iff? - A $ I I Implement an impact fee in the county to generate additional funds for S"Y jf ' Xi . ' I I fire protection over and above our lawful four mill levy. - t !lf ' 'N. U ...J ) j . We can all be proud of our volunteer crew and their record, but we must ' t f " f , . I rcxxgnixcklhc.nced,io,kccp paceCwith,4he rapid' griniflh of ouf community. To f , . . if f 0 ' W ' , I strengthen fire pnMcction now and in the future wc need to: j f i ?1 ,1 m 4 .. t ' I Fund a professional staff to coordinate and support our volunteers.' -v f yrSf ZZT' " . Il I Work closer with the citv planning officials and inspection crews to avoid y j s , J ' W . 'Xj I duplication and needless expense. : ' s f. Li f- - tll . I ., 1 Implement a 'vigorous building inspection program with regards to fire ! K ?$,f ' VI T " f - " and life safety within existing buildings. " J f V y J 1 During the campaign it has been stated in printed advertisements that I: ! V j w j I there was some question whether the fire district has ..enough funds to ; - 5. . . ,';4' '--v,H I adequately equip and staff the fire department to meet our gr)wig':4s.:;- , a . " ir- 1'" -?':,tfV,-M - I My answer to this is that we do have adequate funds iq operate the fire . . v.U' . - VV ) Hjv';fv;fY''-t: deparimeni if they arc spent in a wise and prudent manner, which has been ; v . r - r'-'!;' I ' the ease in the past. Also the impact fee thai was implcmcfitc1 in t.hc county ; . " - vN 'PUh S C ' I fr fire -.protection will bc very helpful in providing fire protection - " f'fy-.F" I unincorporated areas of the district. '"'JZ?? '"' ' ,s-'--- , ,1 : The Ciiy Council has.Jio formal jurisdiction over the fire district,.since it is; , : ' " VJI, ; I l" an independent and iicparaic body. Also the four mill levy- is established -by. - : ' V ,A 1 y 'r m I "4f law and cannot be increased except by legislative procedure, v - ! I However. I feel it is important for the fire district and city council to keep an . , ? . . : r" - - .-.-.-v- ' I f open line of communication for the benefit of the citizens of Park City. - rnnnniiMATiKir rhitttrii I r As a councilman I believe that I offer intimate knowledge of the problems of ' - Ti, uT ii- J ' J V fire priiieciion and a perspective on the need for cksermpcration between , 1 !mc consia.it Ix -aKaled i-ommunication between city, county and I i the Ciiv and the Fire District. Yes. there is a difference between candidates! t!,s";' 'at.ons , In keepifgwith this view I par.tc.pa.ed in forming the I ..-..,,:;.;?;, v newly conceived CoordinatiitgXouncil which includes the city council. I MEDICAL SERVICES: - ! planning commission, fire -disiricf. school board, sewer board and county I ; The City's EMTs (Emergency Medical Technicians) art an all-volunteer , ' ; Miimission. This body will meet regularly on a quarterly basis and more often J organization of dedicated men and women who have been able to provide , . .as owvssa.rj'ir-This is a positive set towards effective communication between I : excellent community service. However, the dav when this volunteer group can ... .he city organizatjions and the county, which is long overdue. I V no longer adequately cover the needs of the city is rapidly approaching; As an --.. - . I EMT volunteer I recognize the need to: RESPONSIVENESS: I Aggressively recruit volunteers to provide belter coverage during the . Finally; I believe thai the concerns of individuals and neighborhoods should I weekday daytime hours. be deal. h wit Iv responsibly. The city has a responsibility to prevent or solve I Kstablis'h a structure to administer the ambulance service. ilic prohlcms'such a the storm drainage situation on Woodside last winter Hire full or part time paid employees. and 10 iheciiizehs of Park Avenue who have suffered more than any of us. Coordinate with the city and county to provide the necessary funding. " As a councilman I would bring "hands on" experience and knowledge of YOUR CHOICE... .... wha.i. takes .0 provide improved emergencv medical services. J" ws' "cs 1 hac ,,s,encd hf concerns and the varied interests of 1 r B ( 1 he people olihis town. I am convinced that Park City can continue as a. terrific - STREETS - place to live and has a great future. To assure that this happens the people of Road repair...l recognize that the citv has been laboring withthe k father .0 fulfill a comnuM, yisu.n for Park City I am cmplexi.ies of mul iple g 'vcr. men. grants'. However, we should no. have to on tden .ha. my bustness management background and experience with city , pu. up with the construcin problemf symbolized by Park Avenue. The city Vc" y HSKCnnKM Wl" help mC br'"8 pCOp'C Uelhcr 10 Wrk fr 3 should enter into wntracls and enact legislation which: IJl: . , , ,. , .... lftQA . .-':'- -.. ' ., RcHiuires'lempiVrarv surfadngdiringo.nstruction phases. ' Park City needs 10 meei the challenge of the 1980s and I would like the n . ' - rwides'siiff penalties ftH-.mw.perfor-mancc of contractual obligations.' II L" Jl Ppor.uniiy to help decide us future. I would appreciate, your vote on Would coordinate -as many eonstruclioiv projects as possible under a v fmmtf TIP November o., single authority or contractor. y . ClLLIE?fll)m(lm it3tgteai5 mmm"" v,r.;i.. 7..., ,-.-;-:v.'.v, .:.-,-', ; '-. . . . ... |