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Show THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 1971 PLEASANT GROVE REVIEW, PLEASANT GROVE, UTAH THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 1971 33rd Observance of Wildlife Week The National Wildlife Feder-ation has announced the 33rd annual observance of Nation-al Wildlife Week, March 21-2- 7 in cooperation with its 50 state affiliates. The theme of this year's Wildlife Week asks the ques-tion "Wildlife, Who Needs It" The sooner Americans know the answer to this important question is "We all do," the better our lives will become. There is no greater need today than to recognize wildlife as the early warning system to the condition of our environ-ment. Over 100 species of wildlife are in danger of extinction be-cause of man's thoughlessness through pollution of water and air, indiscriminate use of persistent pesticides and un-planned and often unnecessary land and water developments. We must consider the needs of wildlife in all our activities. Recreational Vehicles Might Be Dangerously Overloading The Council also makes a "Recreational Ve-hicle Tire Kit," which contains a copy of the booklet, a special high pressure air gauge cali-brated to 120 pounds, a tread depth gauge and a set of four protective metal valve caps. Cost of the kit is $3.50 and can be also ordered from the Rec-reation address. WASHINGTON, D.C. Near-ly one-fift- h of the recreational vehicles traveling on the high-ways could be dangerously ov-erloaded, estimates the Tire In-dustry Safety Council. The Council bases its estim-ate on a study recently conduc-ted by the Wisconsin Depart-ment of Transportation which found 21 per cent of the ve-hicles it inspected were carry-ing loads which exceeded the tires' maximum load carrying capacity. "We feel the figure may have gone much higher if the tires' air pressures had also been checked," said Ross R. Ormsby, chairman of the coun-cil. "Because of time limita-tions, the Wisconsin research-ers were not able to take air pressure into account only gross weight." For motorists who might be unaware of the serious prob-lems of overloading and under-inflatin- g tires, the Wisconsin researchers offer the following advice : "First, overloading a tire in-creases tread wear and increas-es the probability of structural failure at any given speed and life milepost (as measured by miles.) "Second, structural failure, if it occurs under conditions of overloading, will produce ex-aggerated control problems and more likelihood of a crackup than a structural failure occur- - ing under acceptable conditions of loading." "Excessive heat is a tire's worst enemy," says Ormsby. "Its most frequent causes are underinflation and overloading. Excessive heat buildup reduc-es a tire's strength and increas-es the risk of premature tire failure." The Tire Industry Safety Council reminds owners of tra-vel trailers, truck campers, camping and boat trailers and motor homes of the three ma-jor "don'ts" when it comes to caring for their tires. 1. Never "bleed" hot tires to reduce air pressure buildup, as pressure increases up to 15 pounds are normal. 2. Never overinflate beyond recommended limits in an at-tempt to compensate for over-loads. Instead of making mat-ters worse, lighten the loads of the vehicle. No one ever needs everything he packs. 3. Never drive on underin-flate- d tires. As owners are beginning to ready their vehicles for warm months ahead, the Council rec-ommends that now is time to carefully inspect the tires for excessive or abnormal tread wear, fabric breaks, cuts or other damage. Removing nails, small stones or bits of glass embedded in the tread will help prevent flats or costly tire damage which can lead to fail-ure. Tires should be replaced when tread is worn to l16th inch or less. The Council is offering free of charge a "Recreational Ve-hicle Consumer Tire Guide." The guide contains valuable in-formation on the proper care of tires, charts covering load range and inflation pressures, and tips on how to increase the mileage and safety factors of the tires. The guide may be or-dered by writing to 'Recrea-tion," Box 726, New York N.Y. 10010. Published every Thursday at 1 1 South Main, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 (Mailing address P.O. Box 278) and Second Clast Postage paid at the post office, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062 Subscription Rate in advance: $3.00 yearly; 10c single copy A. B. Gibson Editor-Publish- er Jack S. Pace Manager Adult Upholstery Class to Start Next Monday An Upholstery Class for ad-ults sponsored by Alpine School District, will begin Monday, March 22, at 7 p.m. in the Harrington School in American Fork. Brent Carter will be the instructor. A nominal fee will be charged. Interested persons may reg-ister at the first class. Students should enter the building at the southeast door. P.G. City Council (Continued from page 1) this subdivision to be called Cherry Hill Estates. The coun-cil approved this subdivision, on the condition that the city building codes and require-ments be compliedwith. Mayor Jack Cook introduced Dennis Ruffell of hte Jaycees, and reported to the council the Jaycees had requested permis-sion to head the city cleanup campaign for 1971. The council adopted a proclamation signed by the mayor proclaiming Clean Up Days in Pleasant Grove. They also expressed ap-preciation to the Jaycees for their willingness to sponsor this drive. Mr. Ruffell also stated the Jaycees are presently plan-ning to make extensive im-provements in landscaping at the underpass on Highway 91. Kent Taylor and Wendyl Jar-vi-s of Lindon, along with Gil-bert Horrocks, city engineer, met with the council to discuss the possibility of joining with Pleasant Grove City in the use of the sewer disposal plant. They were informed that our plant is close to capacity at the present time. Mr. Horrocks stated that if Lindon City were allowed to use this plant it would require an addition cost-ing approximately $200,000. It was recommended that mem-bers from both councils get to-gether to see if it would be possible to work out an agree-ment with both cities for the use of these facilities. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Hay-mor- e met with the council to discuss the matter of a pro-posed road from Third to Fourth East on 9th North. The council discussed this matter and felt that it should be pre-sented to the planning com-mission. Mr. and Mrs. Hay-mor-e were requested to meet with the planning commission at their next regular meeting. Council Michael Vicchrilli stated that he has received sev-eral complaints from citizens in the city who have been charg-ed when they have taken trash to the garbage dump. Council-man Blackhurst reported that he will bring this matter up at the meeting to be held Tues-day evening with county offic-ials who are now running the garbage dump operation. Councilman Haynie suggest-ed that a fence be installed at the canal crossing on Nathan-iel Drive to guard the children crossing this bridge as they go to and from school. The Coun-cil asked Mr. Haynie to obtain cost estimates for this project. The council requested that Al-ro- y Gillman, watermaster for the irrigation company, be in-vited to attend the next conn cil meeting so that questions that have arisen concerning ir-rigation water and ditches can be clarified. The council discussed the proposed ball diamond com-plex to be constructed at the present big ball park location. They felt that the LDS Stake presidents in Pleasant Grove should be invited to a special meeting where the proposed plans can be explained. It is felt that they should have a voice in the plans since the two stakes use these facilities extensively for their summer athletic programs. The council approved the pro-posed land exchange between the city and Skyline Industries. It is felt that this land ex-change will be in the best in-terests of the area for future industrial development. The council approved install-ation by the Strawberry Days committee of poles at the tri-angles entering the city for use of hanging Strawberry Days banners. The lease agreement between Lehi, American Fork and PI. Grove City and the State of Utah for the land to be used for the Tri-Cit- y Golf Course was read by Councilman Mar-vin Green. The council author-ized the mayor to sign the lease. 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