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Show y 40 expires 013086 HORG & SONS BQOKBINDERY, INC. R !27 RAILROAD STREET SPRINSPORT MI 49284 - Vol.7, No. 8 Thursday, February 21, 1985 50 cents a single copy City studies Manila Water Co. acquisition By MARCELLA WALKER Pleasant Grove City City Tuesday night decided to make further study of a proposal from the Manila Culinary Water Company for the city to take over the water system. In unprecedented action, the mayor had to break a tie vote on the motion for further study after two other motions had died for lack of a second. Two councilmen voted yea and two voted nay and one abstained setting up the tie vote. Previous motions to accept the proposal as presented, except deleting the section asking for each Manila Water Co. stockholder to have an $800 credit on their water bill, and one to seek a franchise agreement with Manila Water Co. to avoid instances when two water lines would be installed on the same street, were not passed. The proposal to take over the water company was discussed at a public hearing two weeks ago. At that time the council indicated that the main hangup they felt with the proposal was for the reimbursement to the stockholders, noting that to allow this would not be fair to the rest of the Pleasant Grove water users who would have to make up the difference. The proposal also asks the city to take over the indebtedness of the company which the city council had indicated it was willing to do. In addition, there would not be any hookup fee charged to those presently using the Manila water system. Two citizens in the meeting felt that since they had bought the shares as stock they should get a return on their investment. Council members pointed out that the money from sale of the shares had been used to develop and maintain the system and at no time were stockholders told that they would receive dividends or reim-bursement for their shares. Mayor David Holdaway added that when the shares were pur-chased it represented much the same thing as Pleasant Grove water users did when they paid for their water hookups. He said that in both instances, the benefit was that the user had water available at the turn of a tap. If the city took over the water system, the stockholders would still have the same benefit, the water available when they wanted it just like before. He noted that this type of stock was different from that where a commodity is involved which ex-changes hands and the stockholder has it no more. In this case, the stockholder still has the commodity, it is just administered by another entity. The mayor stated that the benefit to Pleasant Grove City from acquiring the water system would be the orderly development in the north area of the city without water lines overlapping. An advantage to the Manila Culinary Water users would be that Pleasant Grove water rates are lower than theirs. In addition, in coming years as maintainance and development of water sources becomes necessary, the city would be more able to handle it because of its size. Councilman Lloyd Ash made a motion that the city inform the Board of Directors of the Manila Culinary Water Company that they are concerned and would like to make further study and have more discussion on any proposals the water company would like to make. District munll leeway vote its l Taxpayers may be asked for 3 to 5 mill increase Members of the Alpine School District Board of Education last week approved the recom-- i mendation of Dr. Clark L. Cox, district superintendent, to ask district patrons to approve a voted leeway- - ' The proposal was considered at the regular 'business meeting of the board held Tuesday evening at 1 district headquarters. Details of the proposed leeway, including a recommendation on how much of an increase in taxes to ask fori when to put it on the ballot, and how the money would be spent are to be brought back to board members as an action item at their next business meeting on March 12. Target date for the special election will probably be late April or early May. Between now and the March 12 meeting, board members and members of the district staff are to obtain comment on priorities for how the money would be used. Dr. Cox told board members the district is in desperate need of funds, and currently ranks lowest among Utah's 40 school districts in the money it has to spend per' student. He told board members he would probably request a in-crease because "we need as much money as we can get, but we have to be realistic in what the voters1 would consider." That amount would, mean an additional $27 to $45 taxes a year on a $75,000 home. Each 'mill would mean ap-proximately $405,000 for the district, Dr. Cox said. He pointed out the first two mills would be matched partly by state funds, which would bring in an additional $500,000. Dr. Cox said he believes voters should be given the opportunity to' support the educational system. Board members had set a special election to ask for a leeway a year ago, then cancelled it when a supreme court ruling changed the way property taxes were figured, raising the taxes for home owners. After the property tax increase board members felt two concurrent tax hikes sould be too much for taxpayers. PG City Council tables response j proposal, signs proclamation By MARCELLA WALKER Pleasant Grove City Council tabled discussion on the proposed "First Response" program for the city Tuesday night when it was determined that there was not enough time in the meeting to work out the kinks in the proposal. 17 At the request of members of the Pleasant Grove Ambulance ' Association who were in attendance, the council held a brief discussion on a previous proposal to begin a "First Response" program. The plan had been suggested at a previous council meeting and, although the matter was not on the agenda, the Association members felt that they needed some direction on how to proceed from the council . The council felt that there were too many details to work out and not sufficient time was available in the council meeting to discuss them. Financing the project is the t problem that the council is faced with. The hours when the "first response" person is not out on an emergency is the problem the council is wrestling with. Members of the council noted that they are definitely in favor of such a program but wonder where the financing will come from. Some suggested that it not be started until after the new budget year begins. Some felt that a trial period before budget time was better. The Ambulance Association had suggested the "first response" person could do custodial work, fire inspections, etc. that he could leave when a call came in. Public Works Director Frank Mills indicated that he could find work for the man to do in city vehicle maintenance, inspections of businesses for the fire department, and additional man-powe- r in other departments where needed. The" Ambulance Association members felt that they were eager to ' have the full time person available because they are running into difficulty finding enough people who are home in the day time to man the ambulance when emergencies arise. It was noted that in the past female personnel could handle most daytime calls but now most of their female members are working and are no longer available. Mayor David Holdaway suggested that the details be worked out by the Public Safety Committee and then brought back to the council for approval. In other action, the council signed a proclamation in honor of the Country Rhythm Cloggers who have been asked to represent the United States at the Japan Expo this year. Mark Williams, leader of the group, told the council that he should take a gift to the Japanese Prime Minister whom they will be visiting. The gift should represent the lifestyle of this area. Mayor Holdaway asked Mr. Williams and members of the council to try to think of an ap-propriate gift. Councilman Dell Young reported that the Youth City Council will b,tr attending the special seminar f6r youth councils at USU in Logan in the next few days. Financing for this was discussed with it being noted that the Youth City Council contributed $30 towards their stay and the Community Progress Committee would assist with the remainder of the fees. Mayor Holdaway expressed his concern about the hazardous con-dition which exists on the State Road near Maple Hills where water collects and does not drain. He asked that the Department of Tran-sportation be notified about this and also a similar problem in front of Mr. G's on State Street. The mayor noted that because of the Timp.jyiogos Special Service District payback on bonds to enlarge the treatment plant, the Board of Directors had told the cities that they would have to make increased payments to the facility. He pointed out that this would mean that rates to users would have to be increased by at least $2. The mayor explained that the city is already running in the red in the aewei fund and an additional in-crease may be required to comply with state law. The only alternative would be to raise sewer hookup fees and the city is reluctant to do that, he said. The city council will plan to hold a public hearing on Mar. 1 to discuss a rate increase. New city shops tops project list By MARCELLA WALKER The Community Development Committee reported to Pleasant Grove City Council Tuesday night that in their estimation new city shops should be the number one priority for a capital improvement project. The city council had asked the committee to study each project which had been proposed and evaluate them according to need. The committee had made on-sit- e visits to each building and outlined the needs. Fred Christensen, committee member who made the report, said that the old shop had had its day. More space for storing equipment is needed along with better lighted working areas. He noted that part of the project could be done this year and the rest next year, spreading the cost out over two years. He estimated the replacement of the building at about $100,000. The council discussed possible location of the new shops but did not come up with anything specific. Other projects suggested were moving the city offices now in the City Hall to the basement of the Public Safety Building. This would help with heating costs of that building, Mr. Christensen explained. An elevator would have to be in-stalled in the building so that the handicapped could reach the basement. Estimated cost of this project would be about $45,000. He suggested that the city try for a $25,000 grant- - for the library and move the library from its present location to the City Hall. The basement could be used for a children's library and the upstairs for the regular library. This move would provide con-siderably more space for the library. If a grant could be acquired, then the city would only need to spend about $10,000 on this move. Mr. Christensen said the com-mittee felt that all three of these projects could be completed within the next year with capital im-provement money now available and with a grant for the library as mentioned. There had been suggestions to enlarge the fire station. The com-mittee recommended that a sub-station be erected in Lindon to provide better service to that area. A fire engine would be kept there and this would reduce the need for an expansion to the present fire station. He added that a long term plan might be to purchase the Alpine See City Shops page 2 Planning Commission approves projects nected to Manila Culinary Water System, will be provided for as the plans specify. Ken Millard, city planner, suggested that Mr. Swenson either pipe the ditches or fence them which are on all three sides of this property. The Commission asked mr. Swenson to get a letter from Don Liston giving a right-of-wa- y for a road on his property. The council approved a motion to recommend the ofCountry Meadows from a A-- 2 zone to an R-- l zone. Approval for the subdivison's Plat B was given subject to resolving the A-- 2 zone to R-- l zone. The Commission was asked to read and research the new Land Development Code and be prepared to discuss the ideas and information at the next meeting. J.'J Pleasant Grove Planning Com-- ' mission members have given final approval for City Plaza Storage Units at approximately 150 S. 50 West. Developer Jim Davis said that he was putting in a sump for drainage 'at the site. The commission also gave final approval for the Country Lane Condominium Project at 1300 W. -it 1000 North. It was brought out in the 1' l) discussion that Mr. Fairbanks needs a water and sewer plan and a road plan. Approval was given upon the condition that the engineer's ap-proval be given on the width of the Pnvate street and subject to linens ing finished and approved. Ken Packer, chairman of the City Development Committee, spoke out n the Capital Improvement Project Up Proposals for the city. He invited everyone present to visit the city 1 1 g) SPS. city hall, city library, and fire Nation and see for themselves the need for improvements in these ' areas. r He stated that the information for J capital improvements came from J the city intern, Bryan J. Anderson, .' report; information supplied by the 01 y building inspector; and by on- - , s'te inspection of the four buildings . () Councilman Dell Young explained a Proposal that the city council had ir v?Ved from the Manila Culinary Company to sell the company , to the city. . In.'he proPsal e water company Se" the comPany in exchange V 1 fn iu City assuming the liabilities , u'tne system as well as its assets. tfch family served would have a up hook-u- p fee and would ve $800 to be credited against "eir water bill over approximately k. "ext 10 years. This credit would ! Per cent of the billing each j r ' nrored Swenson asked for P ltTary and final aPPval of 'divk- Countly Meadows Sub-- ! lONonh.1 approximately 390 W-I-El! LWaS exPained that Manila xl ft el f 3ry Scsho01 wo"d provide a IV divki . the children in ths sub-- fill have access t0 the school. hydrant, which will be con- - lli III'' 1 , t --4 I cS'- Strawberry Days Queen contestants are: Front, L-- Julie Brown, Becky Pratt, Teresa Hansen, Rosanne Dalley, Jennifer Lund, Karen Harmer. Back, Ellen Lloyd, Marcelle Brashear, Anita Boyd, Shelly Marchbanks, Teressa Bristol and Kaylyn Warburton. Pageant welcomes contestants The Strawberry Days Association and the committee for Strawberry Days Scholarship Pageant held the annual orientation tea for the queen contestants on Saturday, March 16 at the Pleasant Grove Public Safety Building. This year's pageant will be held on March 30 at the Pleasant Grove high school at 7:30 p.m. The twelve contestants for this year's pageant and their mothers were welcomed by the pageant chairman, Sharon Fullmer. The participants for this year are Julie Brown, Becky Pratt, Tressa Hansen, Roseanne Dalley, Jennifer Lund, Karen Harmer, Ellen Lloyd, Anita Boyd, Marcelle Brashear, Shelly Marchbonles, Teressa Bristol and Kaylynn Warburton. Mrs. Fullmer also introduced her committee: Vickie Young; Darlene Nichell, luncheon chairman; Dora Faux, ticket sales; Betty Memmott, entries; R. Scholes, special arrangements; and Nancy Zimmerman, publicity. Mrs. Fullmer then instructed the girls regarding pageant rules and the contracts each are required to sign. The calendar of coming events were discussed so all contestants were aware of her responsibilities. The girls will be doing an opening production number in the pageant and practice times were outlined. Don Zimmerman of the Dancp Factory in Orem is teaching the number. He is also this year's MC for the pageant. Lorraine Montgomery, representing the Strawberry Days Association, explained the contracts and also outlined the many parades and special events the new royalty for the coming year will be required to participate in as part of their reign. Pictures were taken and refreshments were served. State requirements clash with district's Members of the Board of Education in the Alpine School District have been asked to decide if they want to go along with high school graduation requirements put into effect by the state board of education - or if they want to take exception with some of them, asking for variances. Dr. Koleen Granger, district education administrator, told board members at their recent business meeting that about a month after they approved graduation requirements 14 months ago, the state board made their recom-mendations on requirements, several of which conflict with the Alpine requirements. Board members must now decide if they will go along with the state in the areas of fine arts and foreign language, science and vocational studies, she said. In the area of fine arts, Dr. Granger reminded the board the district has been allowing students to lake either foreign language or fine arts to fill a two-un- it fine arts requirement. The state, however, doesn't want to allow foreign language classes to fill this requirement, she said. If the district wants to continue to encourage students to takf language, it has the option o' pealing to the state for a var or allowing students to substi u. foreign language class for x: their four English unit? Granger said. The state, she explainec ...n. requires three English units h,i Alpine District requires four. The art requirement includt .". f arts such as drama, humanitie. art such as set construct drawing, etc. It does not include language requirement and wouK force students who wanted to take a language to take it as an elective course. "There is no provision for any kind of credit other than the total elective credit. There ' is no statement about the foreign language requirement at all," Dr. Granger said. Although board members em-phasized they are not trying to force students to study a foreign language, they said they don't want to back down on letting students See GRADUATION on page 3 |