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MT. PLEASANT — Mt. Pleasant City Head Librarian Laurie Hansen announced her resignation on Sept. 14. After serving for nine years, she is stepping down effective Sept. 28. Two other library employees quit recently, Nancy Walker, who is now working at Snow College, and Susan Fullmer, who is now the librarian at Mt. Pleasant Elementary. Fullmer may stay on part-time at Mt. Pleasant Library. Qualified replacements are now being sought to fill those positions. As Mt. Pleasant City and the residents thereof deal with the leadership changes and staffing departures, there are some additional considerations to think about. During the Mt. Pleasant City Council meeting held Sept. 11, the council released a letter addressed to the citizens of Mt. Pleasant. In the letter, the (alleged) details of a special
Laurie Hansen, head librarian for Mt. Pleasant City for the past nine and-a-half years has resigned effective Sept. 28. Two other library employees have recently quit. (Photo courtesy of Laurie Hansen) executive closed session regarding former mayor David Blackham are made public. The release of details from any
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closed session is a concern. According to Utah State Law (52-4-206) (5) Both a recording and written minutes of closed meetings are protected records under Title 63G, Chapter 2, Government Records Access and Management Act, except that the records may be disclosed under a court order only as provided under Section 52-4-304. According to the Utah League of Cities and Towns, Powers and Duties Handbook, page 72, the law is further affirmed. The tape recordings and minutes of the closed portion of a meeting are protected records under the Government Records Access and Management Act and, therefore, should not become public except under the provisions of the Act. Disclosure of the information discussed in a closed meeting without the permission of the public body may be a violation of the Utah Municipal Officers and Employees Ethics Act.
It is a criminal offense to knowingly or intentionally violate the Open and Public Meetings Act. The attorney general and the county attorneys of the state are charged with enforcing the Open and Public Meetings Act. The Office of the Attorney General is required to give annual notice to public bodies of any changes in the open meetings law and the presiding officer of all public bodies is required to give annual training on the law to the members of the public body. Private individuals can also enforce the Act by bringing suit. They may bring suit to enjoin or force compliance with provisions of the Act. If the private individuals prevail, the court may award reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs to the successful plaintiffs. In the same letter to the citizens, certain claims regarding the performance of Sam Draper were made. Please see RESIGNATIONS, Page A6
North Sanpete takes down top-ranked Juan Diego 17-14 JORI TURPIN
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DRAPER — The North Sanpete Hawk Football Team traveled to Juan Diego High School last Friday for one of their biggest games of the year. Juan Diego, a private school located in Draper, has been football’s 3A state champion team the last three out-of-four years. The Hawks knew they were in for a battle and definitely held their own. Juan Diego started the first half with a quick goal when Tristen Tonozzi scored the first touchdown of the game; however, the Hawks answered right back working the return kick-off back down the field allowing #14 senior quarter back Chance Clawson to run in the first points for the Hawks bringing the score to 7-7. The game held steady until, with three minutes left in the second quarter, #8 senior Cesar Lemus intercepted the ball and ran it back into Hawk territory allowing the Hawks to make a field goal bringing the score at the half to 10-7 in favor of the Hawks. It was a quiet start to the second half until, with North Sanpete Hawks celebrate after a victory over defending state champions the Juan Diego three minutes left in the third quarter, Clawson Eagles last Friday. The Hawks defeated the three-time state champs 17-14. (Photo courtesy of Jeff again made a run against Juan Diego, which even- Ericksen). tually gave the Hawks a total of 30 yards because of thrown by the Hawks putting Juan Diego in a posi- Juan Diego to a 14-10 lead over the Hawks. unsportsmanlike conduct calls on both the Eagle tion to score with only minutes left in the third. Tocoaches and players. However, an interception was nozzi again ran in the ball for a touchdown bringing Please see TAKES DOWN, Page A6
North Bend Entertainers to hold auditions for ‘A Christmas Carol’ FAIRVIEW — North Bend Entertainers will hold auditions for their upcoming Christmas show, “A Christmas Carol” at the Peterson Dance Hall in Fairview. Audition times are Thursday evening, Sept. 20 from 7-9 p.m., and Saturday morning, Sept. 22 from 9-Noon. For more information, call (435) 469-1177 or visit Facebook.com/ NorthBendEntertainers. Written by Jason Quinn of Mt. Pleasant, this new play premiered last year at the Fairview Dance Hall. North Bend Entertainers are looking to cast all the major characters from the story including Ebenezer Scrooge, the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as well as the Cratchit family, Jacob Marley, nephew Fred and a host of others. The cast includes more than 20 roles for children and adults. Boys and girls from age eight and older
are encouraged to try out. For more details and an audition form, visit the North Bend Entertainers Facebook page. The play begins on a cold and bleak Christmas Eve in London, seven years after the death of Ebenezer Scrooge’s business partner, Jacob Marley. Mr. Scrooge, an old miser, hates Christmas and refuses an invitation to Christmas dinner from his nephew Fred. He turns away two missionaries who seek a donation from him in order to provide food and heating for the poor, and only grudgingly allows his overworked, underpaid clerk, Bob Cratchit, Christmas Day off with pay to conform to the social custom. And this is just the beginning. This original play, written by Jason Quinn of Mt. Pleasant, takes the original story by Charles Dickens and gives it a comedic twist. Quinn includes Charles Dickens as the nar-
rator as he guides the audience along, telling the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the visits by three spirits. Still, the transformation of Scrooge is central to the story. Dickens’s biographer, Claire Tomalin sees the conversion of Scrooge as carrying the Christian message that “even the worst of sinners may repent and become a good man.” North Bend Entertainers is a nonprofit community theatre organization. NBE began as a result of a need to save the Fairview Dance Hall. The three-fold purpose of North Bend Entertainers is (1) to raise funds to maintain the historic Peterson Dance Hall in Fairview as a theatrical showcase and a gathering place to benefit the entire community. (2) to provide a setting for local entertainers to showcase their talents (3) to provide quality entertainment at affordable prices for the community.
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Rehearsals for the 17th Annual Sounds of Christmas concert series have begun. All singers, ages 15 and up, are encouraged to participate in the nondenominational Sanpete Valley Singers Choir.
Calling all singers! Christmas program rehearsals have begun MT. PLEASANT — Singers around the county are revving up their voices in preparation for the Sounds of Christmas concert series. Rehearsals take place each Sunday evening, at 6:30 p.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Stake Center, 300 South State, Mt. Pleasant. All singers 15 years of age and older are encouraged to participate in the 17th annual Christmas music spectacular put on by the Sanpete Valley Singers. The program is an eclectic collection of some of the finest music ever written for choirs, and features everything from traditional Christmas carols, to religious masterpieces, to amazing contemporary seasonal music. Under the direction of Dr. Roy Ellefsen and accompanied by Anna Aagard, the choir traditionally performs five concerts during the Christmas season, ending with two performances, on one night, at Temple Square, Salt Lake City. For more information, contact Steven Clark at (435) 262-0358 or (435) 436-9707.
Utah Division of State History honors top achievements, contributors with annual awards SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Division of State History announced its 2018 Annual Awards. The winners will be honored during the annual Utah History Conference Sept. 28. Outstanding Contribution in History Awards These awards are for a lengthy period of excellence, this year given to the following six individuals: • Kaaron Jorgen: For managing, planning and facilitating one of Utah’s Please see HONORS, Page A5
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Auditions for the North Bend Entertainers version of “A Christmas Carol” will be held beginning tonight, Sept. 20 and again on Saturday, Sept. 22.
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Letter from MP council addresses actions Editor’s note: The following is a letter given to the media after the Sept. 11 Mt. Pleasant City Council meeting. The letter is printed in its entirety. To: The Citizens of Mount Pleasant, We as members of the Mount Pleasant City Council are deeply saddened at the series of events that have transpired over the past few weeks. The resignations of Mayor Sandra Bigler and Public Works Superintendent Sam Draper have resulted in a firestorm of false accusations and negativity on social media, and county wide newspapers. We regret that family members and innocent people’s lives on both sides of the controversy have been disrupted and tarnished by the nonsense that has dominated the media. A lot of questions have been raised as to why two former Mayors and one Public Works Superintendent have resigned within the past year and a half. The Employees, Mayor, City Council, and Citizens of Mount Pleasant City have been severely and adversely affected by the chain of events that have brought us to where we are right now. To help us more fully understand the circumstances that have brought us to this point we need to go back in time to Wednesday, April 26, 2017. Members of the Mount Pleasant City Council learned that an administrative employee had filed a complaint against Mayor David Blackham with the State of Utah Labor Relations Board, for allegations of sexual harassment. Members of the City Council had been made aware of the accusations but had not yet determined a course of action. Members of the council were asked by the City Recorder to attend a special executive closed session that evening at 7:30 pm. All six members of the City Council were in attendance including Mayor David Blackham. Also, in attendance were members of
the city administration including two additional employees who also made complaints against Mayor Blackham. After much discussion, questions, and answers by all parties involved, it was agreed by the council that Mayor Blackham had in fact made inappropriate sexual related comments and accusations to, or about many of our city employees. It was then suggested that if Mayor Blackham would offer sincere heartfelt apologies and work toward rebuilding his relationships with those individuals who had been hurt or offended, they in turn, could accept those apologies and also work to rebuild relationships. At this point Mayor Blackham would not agree to these terms arguing that his behavior had been misinterpreted. He further indicated that his health had declined causing him to consider resignation. Because he later chose to resign, no further action was taken by the council or the State Labor Relations board. David Blackham has since chosen another course of action to vindicate himself regarding the charges that had been levied against him. Each and every one of us mentioned at the beginning of this memo are the victims of these actions. Following David Blackham’s resignation, Sandra Bigler was appointed to serve as Mayor. From the beginning of Mayor Bigler’s taking office in June of 2017, she was informed that the City Council and former Mayor had divided the administrative responsibilities of the City between the Mayor and five council members to serve in an advisory role to the different departments. Those departments include: Administration Staff (Mayor); Public Safety (Mayor); Power Dept. (Council Member); Public Works Dept. (Three Council Members); Recreation (Council Member). Upon informing Mayor Bigler of the current city department advisory structure,
she agreed to continue with the current organization. She further expressed that she had no desire to oversee all of the City’s departments without the city council’s involvement. The three council members over public works determined that it was impossible for the Public Works Department, under the current structure, to fulfill all of their obligations and responsibilities. Council Members have received countless complaints about the city road conditions, irrigation system problems, culinary water shortages, and city park maintenance. City building maintenance responsibilities have also increased substantially with the addition of the splash pad and swimming pool this past year. In an effort to address the current problems and new growth challenges facing the public works department, the city council proposed to Mayor Bigler, and Public Works Superintendent Sam Draper, a plan to create a separate department with responsibility over all the public use buildings. Both Bigler and Draper agreed that this new position would considerably lighten Draper’s load. The job description was posted, and Lynn Beesley was hired as the Building Maintenance Supervisor. Beesley was later assigned additional responsibilities by Draper and council administrators to oversee city grounds associated with the buildings. While maintaining splash pad equipment, Beesley and a seasonal employee were involved in a serious chemical accident. Sources have stated that an investigation by OSHA found several safety violations due to the negligence of the Public Works Superintendent Sam Draper. Other sources stated there have been citations from previous months issued by the County Health Dept. All reports and violations have been withheld from the City Council for unknown reasons. Soon after the splash pad incident, Draper submit-
ted his resignation implying disagreements and inability to work with the city council among other things. As problems within the public works department culminated, Mayor Sandra Bigler also submitted her resignation officially citing personal reasons. Later, Bigler submitted statements to the local press saying, “The city council and I disagree on my role as chief executive which has made it difficult for me to operate as mayor, therefore, for the good of the city I decided to resign.” The recent resignations of the former Mayors and Public Works Superintendent only reinforce our position as representatives of our great city that the citizens deserve an efficiently operating, beautiful, and respectable community. As our city grows and evolves we need to recognize the fact that old ways simply do not open new doors. We as a city council are encouraged by the countless citizens that embrace the progress that is being made in not only the public works department, but throughout the entire city organization. We are motivated by all of the positive and knowledgeable suggestions we receive daily from our longtime resident citizens. Our younger generations offer new ideas and the energy we need to see those ideas become a reality. We recognize the contributions made by former city leaders, city employees, volunteer citizens, local organizations and schools, who have all worked to build the great foundation Mt. Pleasant City has today. It’s our obligation as citizens to unite together and build on the foundation our forefathers have left us. Sincerely, The Mount Pleasant City Mayor and City Council Dan Anderson Justin Atkinson Kevin Stallings Heidi Kelso Keith Collier
Mt. Pleasant City Council questions still unanswered Dear Editor: The Mt. Pleasant City Council meeting on Sept. 11 did little to quiet or answer the controversy surrounding the resignations of Mayors David Blackham and Sandra Bigler, and others nor settled the issues of conflict of interest on the part
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of certain council members, and heightened the issue of the hostile workplace environment created by members of the council. After official business, the entire meeting was devoted to the controversy. What it turned into was an exercise in obfuscation and self-justification that never really got to heart of the issues. In the process, the council unleashed a vitriolic attack read by Council Member Heidi Kelso against former mayor, David Blackham. The crowd that showed up exceeded the seating capacity of the council chambers. Commentary by the public was, for the most part, negative, with pointed arguments directed at councilman Kevin Stallings over his no-bid services arrangement with the city. But when it came time for the council to address the issues, the council turned the meeting into a cover your behind fest with council members giving campaign speeches rather than substantive answers to the issues. Rather than reaffirming the sanctity of the bid processes
Gratitude journaling I’ve been around people and groups lately who recommend the practice of keeping “gratitude journals.” A gratitude journal is when you write down things that you’re grateful for on some sort of regular basis. It could be daily or weekly or monthly or whatever. I believe the theory is that when a person focuses on the blessings that one has, it will help to put challenges and problems into perspective. I gather that this is one version of “Gratitude Therapy.” I read a little about this in “Psychology Today.” Many years ago I subscribed to that magazine. Psychology was one of my ever-changing majors that I had while a freshman in college. I suppose that I felt like every time a new quarter started, I should have a fresh start with a new major. Here’s a lengthy quote from the Psychology Today website: “Gratitude is an emotion expressing appreciation for what one has – as opposed to a consumer-oriented emphasis on what one wants or needs…. Studies show that we can deliberately cultivate gratitude, and can increase our well-being and happiness by doing so. In addition, grateful thinking – and especially expression of it to others – is associated with increased levels of energy, optimism, and empathy.” That definition and description of gratitude makes it sound like a very healthy attribute for a person to have. Importantly, it appears that we can learn and increase gratitude in our lives. Evidently there is a form of Buddhist therapy called naikan that uses gratitude as a way to heal negative components of people’s lives such as anxiety and depression. It involves a review of one’s entire life and offering gratitude. I’m reminded of the church hymn “Count Your Many Blessings” (1897) which was one of more than 5,000 hymn texts written by a Methodist preacher, Rev. Johnson Oatman, Jr. We sing it in my church quite often. The whole song and especially the lyrics of the second verse go along with our “gratitude therapy” topic: “Are you ever burdened with a load of care? Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear? Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly, And you will be singing as the days go by.” I suppose that all of this makes sense. I certainly know
people who don’t seem to recognize that they have a lot of good things in their life that they should be grateful for. Many people seem to let negative things dominate their lives and forget to pause and acknowledge that there are many positives to their lives. And, dang it, (as I shrug and look down), I suppose that I’m one of those people. So – since there’s no time like the present, I’m going to ask you to indulge me while I take a moment and do a little “gratitude therapy” here and now. I recommend this exercise to all of you who are suffering the misfortune of having read this far in this column. Some items on my gratitude journaling list may be more serious than others. You be the judge. Here’s ten things I’m feeling grateful for right now: 1. I’m grateful that I live in Sanpete and love turkey. 2. I’m thankful that turkey dust just stinks and isn’t toxic. (Wait! Do we know that?) 3. I appreciate indoor plumbing, air conditioners, furnaces, and hot water heaters. 4. I love the fact that there are options in Sanpete for things to do on a weekend evening. (There’s always something going on at Snow College. And there are always the movies. We went to an interesting movie (Alpha) the other night. It seemed to speculate on how the domestication of dogs began in prehistoric times.) 5. I’m grateful, that at the moment, Sanpete is neither burning, nor being flooded. 6. I’m thankful that the score of a football game doesn’t dictate my happiness. (Even though, I was smiling Saturday when BYU beat Wisconsin) 7. I’m glad that we don’t have a Costco or a Sam’s Club in Sanpete. (It seems like we can’t walk out of one of those places without having spent a hundred dollars minimum – even if we were just going in for a case of bottled water.) 8. I’m grateful that I have family and friends whom I love. (I could say something “mushy” here, but I’m going to leave it at that.) 9. I’m thankful that with the help of three prescription pills a day, and a good fiber regimen, I’m relatively healthy. 10. I’m grateful that I’ve discovered “gratitude therapy.” (I feel better already!) That’s my “gratitude journal” for now. Good luck with yours!
that protect the city, Councilman Stallings made a rambling, disjointed statement trying to justify his no-bid work by saying that he had saved the city money, and that it was just too far for contractors from out of the area to serve the city. His position is strange. The ConToy Arena building was performed by a Salt Lake City contractor, the electrical sub-contractor was from Genola, UT; the concrete sub-contractor from Fountain Green, and interior construction by a sub-contractor from Ephraim, and more. The swimming pool was constructed entirely by an outside contractor who hired his own sub-contractors. At one point, Stallings defended his no-bid services on the gymnasium, the library, and city hall by saying, “It didn’t cost the city one dime.” He was not referring to services he donated, but rather, stated that a substantial portion of the funds for those projects was grant money. What he failed to say was how much of that grant money flowed directly into his own pocket.
None of the council members addressed the issue of a hostile work environment created by the council that is at the root of a spate of elected officials, administrative staff, and worker resignations, or what they intend to do in the future to address the issue. Kelso’s reading of the letter seemed to affirm the council’s hostile attitude, and may have created legal grounds for former mayor Blackham to bring action against the city for not just a hostile work environment, but liable and slander as well. Substantial questions remain regarding the hiring of an Emergency Temporary Support Person who, under statute, bares complete CEO responsibility over all city departments and employees. The council tried to make it appear that Paul Madsen, Stallings’ hand-picked choice for the position, would only have authority over the public works department. In the meeting, Mr. Madsen admitted of his own volition that he was not a qualified municipal administrator. It’s my belief that Mt. Pleas-
ant has a city council that is out of control, and drunk on their own power. Serious questions concerning misconduct, ethics violations, and much more remain. Mt. Pleasant citizens need to remain vigilant and make their feelings known. Mayor Bigler resigned for
what she called “the good of the city.” Because his divisive failings are damaging the reputation of the city, I call on Councilman Stallings, if not others on the city council, to do the same. Steve Clark Chester
913; feeder steers: mostly lower; feeder heifers: higher; Holstein Steers: higher; slaughter cows: mostly lower; slaughter bulls: mostly higher. Feeder steers: 200-300 lbs 195.00-222.00; 300-400 lbs Prices for Salina Producers 185.00-219.00; 400-500 lbs Livestock Auction held Sept. 11 174.50-188.00; 500-600 lbs 146.00-175.00; 600-700 lbs are as follows: Receipts: 2,487; last week: 151.00-171.00; 700-800 lbs
132.00-155.00; 800-900 lbs 125.00-148.00; 900-1000 lbs 108.00-139.00. Holstein steers: large frame 3: 300-400 lbs scarce; 400-500 lbs scarce; 500-600 lbs scarce; 600-700 lbs scarce; 700-800 lbs 69.50-69.50-87.50; 8001000 lbs scarce. Feeder heifers: medium and large frame 1-2: 200-300
lbs 185.00-205.00; 300-400 lbs 175.00-219.00; 400-500 lbs 150.00-188.00; 500-600 lbs 130.00-156.00; 600-700 lbs 125.00-152.50; 700-800 lbs 121.00-144.50; 800-900 lbs 117.50-139.00; 900-1000 lbs 82.50-120.00. Heiferettes: 66.00-85.00. Stock cows: scarce. Slaughter cows: boning:
80-90 percent lean: 48.0056.00; breaking 75-80 percent lean: 50.00-58.00; commercial: 62.00-69.50; cutter 85-90 percent lean: 40.50-48.00. Slaughter bulls: yield grade 1: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 15002100 lbs 71.00-78.50; yield grade 2: 1400-2000 lbs 57.5068.00; cutting bulls: 700-1050 lbs 84.50-114.00.
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Lady Hawk Volleyball has successful week JORI TURPIN
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MT. PLEASANT — North Sanpete Lady Hawks achieved three region victories during homecoming week. Manti High School traveled to the home of the Hawks on Sept. 5, where North Sanpete captured a 3-0 win. The Hawks started off a little slow during the first set with a 25-21 victory. However, the team picked up momentum and swept the Templars 25-14, and 25-16 in the following sets, where senior Aubree Ison led the team with eight kills. Later in the week, the Lady Hawks faced region rivals San Juan. The two teams have a history of tough battles. With North Sanpete knocking San Juan out of the state tourna-
North Sanpete Lady Hawks pulled off three region victories during homecoming week taking their region record to 3-1.
ment last year, the Lady Hawks knew the game was going to be a grudge match. San Juan started off the match with a 25-16 win in the first set. However, the Lady Hawks answered back with three straight set wins at 25-
HAWK LINKSTERS TAKE FIRST AT REGION TOURNAMENT
NSHS Hawk golfer River Dillman tees off in Emery during regional tournament play Sept. 13. The Hawks took first over all other opponents with a 326 team score. River Dillman scored 77, Tyler Hadley, 79, and Avery Wade, 76, all in the top 4 scores individually. (Photo courtesy of Jori Turpin)
18, 25-20, and 27-25. Coach Rickie Stewart attributed the win to a prepared team who made the necessary adjustments. “We know that San Juan has a few big hitters so we made adjustments to put ourselves in the best position
to be successful.” The team found great success in their offense with senior Linzy Flinders racking up 20 kills and junior Abbi Reed contributing 11 kills on the outside. Senior Aubree Ison also added six blocks helping out the team’s defense. The Lady Hawks faced Grand High School Sept. 8, where they battled it out for a five set victory. The Hawks took an easy win in the first set, but struggled to maintain momentum as the Red Devils won the next two. The Hawks answered back in the fourth set and claimed victory in the fifth with a 15-11 finish. Seniors Linzy Flinders and Aubree Ison again lead the team in kills and blocks. Overall the team standing is 3-1 with one loss to Emery High School.
Co-ed softball league standings MT. PLEASANT — In co-ed softball action this week, Wheeler’s defeated 180 Fitness 27-14. Team Stars beat MKJ Construction 27-0 and Biggies over Team Stars 15-11. Biggies beat Total Coverage Painting 22-14. Biggies defeated Bert’s Possee 15-5. Total Coverage Painting over Wasatch Academy 7-0. 180
Lady Hawk seniors, Aubree Ison and Kelby Henry, go up for a block against the Richfield Wildcats Sept. 13. The Lady Hawks were able to take a commanding lead and swept the Wildcats in three sets of 25-23, 25-11, and 25-12. (Photo courtesy of Jori Turpin)
Lady Hawk vball sweep Wildcats JORI TURPIN
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RICHFIELD — North Sanpete Volleyball Team traveled to Richfield High School Sept. 13 to face the Wildcats on their home court. The Lady Hawks and the Wildcats battled it out in the first set, with the Lady Hawks coming out victorious with a score of 25-23. Even though the first set was a battle, the Lady Hawks outperformed the wildcats in the next two sets, and with commanding leads ended sets two and three with scores of 25-11 and 25-12. The Hawks offense was
distributed rather equally as juniors, Abbi Reed and Sarah Oldroyd, and senior, Lynzi Flinders all contributed seven kills. Senior Kelby Henry also contributed six aces. However, Head Coach Rickie Stewart attributed the win to the Hawks successful defense. “We knew the tendencies of the Wildcat offense and we made adjustments in practice to prepare for it. Overall our defense is what won the match.” The Lady Hawks are now 4-1 in region play and will travel to South Sevier Tuesday, Sept. 25 to face the Rams on their home court.
Fitness defeated MKJ Construction 30-5. Wheeler’s beat Bert’s Possee 27-21. 1. Wheeler’s ...................5-1 2. Team Stars ..................5-1 3. Biggies .......................5-1 4. Bert’s Possee .............. 4-2 5. MKJ Construction...... 2-4 6. Total Coverage Paint... 2-4 7. 180 Fitness................. 1-5 8. Wasatch Academy ..... 0-6
Distraught residents fill MP council chambers CHERYL K. BREWER
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MT. PLEASANT—City council members met during the regular council meeting on Sept. 11. The council chambers were filled to capacity due to the recent resignations of Mayor Sandra Bigler and Sam Draper, public works superintendent. Mayor Pro Tempore Dan Anderson conducted the meeting and all city council members were in attendance including Justin Atkinson, Kevin Stallings, Heidi Kelso and Keith Collier. Former Councilmember Jeff McDonald was on the agenda and stated he didn’t think the council was following state code by hiring Lynn Beesley and Paul Madsen while there is no sitting mayor. He said paying a Chief Executive Office or administrator takes away powers from the mayor and council. McDonald also remarked that during the budget hearings, it was noted there was not enough money to hire an administrator. He said the coun-
cil was planning to take money from all departments to pay for the administrator position. Several people came forward to speak during the public participation portion with a three minute time limit. The first was Randy Wooten, who said he had moved to Mt. Pleasant five years ago stating people are the best commodity the county has. He said the council is a servant of the people and needs to be held accountable for their actions. He said a councilman had insulted Mayor Sandra Bigler by telling her to just relax and be a greeter, after all, she was the chief executive officer of the city. He questioned why the council had circumvented rules for employees and why so many had left because of the council. Todd Horn spoke and said he has lived in the city for 20 years and also ran for mayor. He said that Bigler was appointed mayor after Mayor David Blackham had resigned and then was elected last fall. She was voted as the representative and he didn’t think the
Community Calendar Sept. 25 8 a.m., Manti Vision Prayer Breakfast at Dirk’s Farmhouse Restaurant, 115 North Main, Manti. This is an opportunity to meet with community business, civic and faith leaders in resolving community concerns and encouraging understanding between differing viewpoints. Residents are encour-
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aged to participate. Each diner is responsible for the cost of their own meal and tip. Similar meetings in Ephraim and Mt. Pleasant have been productive. Sept. 29 Museum Day at the Relic Home, 160 South State Street, Mt. Pleasant. Open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., will highlight Native American culture in the area.
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city needed an administrator and finds it strange why the problem is going on and why she was forced to resign. Horn said a town this size shouldn’t have this kind of chaos. He also said residents should not have a time limit during council meetings, they have a right to speak as long as needed. Beth Collier, wife of Councilman Keith Collier, said she appreciates the city council and all their hard work. Natalie Atkinson, wife of Justin Atkinson, said the town has been divided. Many have quit their jobs. The community needs to work together and stop playing games. She also said that more people should get involved with city government and run for council if they don’t like the way issues are being handled. Others who spoke offered assistance to help in any way they can. A resident, who is also a contractor, said he sees both sides of the problem saying there is not enough money for the city’s infrastructure. He said, “Ugly as it is, change
is going to happen and thinks everyone can do better.” A statement from the council was read into the record by Heidi Kelso. The statement addressed some of the problems in the public works department not getting the work done due to the many divisions that public works oversees. The full statement can be read is this week’s Pyramid on page 2. Paul Madsen, who was hired part-time to help public works, was introduced during the meeting. He spoke of his experiences in construction and reiterated that this was a temporary position. Madsen said he was proud to work for the city and will do his best. Council members each took time to give their motivation for being on the council. Many citing their love of the community and wanting to make a difference not for the glory or the paycheck. Both sides of the controversy of resignations and hiring extra help were some-what addressed and most want to move forward and get the needed work done in all departments.
Isabelle Johansen races to defend the Richfield Wildcats during their game Sept. 20. The Wildcats pulled ahead at the end of the second half to win the game with 3-1 victory. (Photo courtesy of Jori Turpin)
NSHS girls’ soccer out maneuvered by Richfield Wildcats JORI TURPIN
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RICHFIELD — North Sanpete High School girls’ soccer team faced the Richfield Wildcats Sept. 13. The wildcats scored quickly in the game, but senior Emmalene Palmer answered back with a goal bringing the score to 1-1 at the half.
The game held steady with a tie until the last few minutes when the wildcats scored two goals bringing the final score to 3-1. The Lady Hawks hit the field again on Sept. 18 facing Emery High and then today, Thursday, Sept. 20, to battle it out against Manti (results not available at press time).
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SC announces theatre season offerings, tickets EPHRAIM — Snow College (SC) recently announced the theatrical season line-up for the 2018-19 school year. Four headlining shows will be presented this season; Measure for Measure, The Glass Menagerie, The Phantom of the Opera, and Our Town. Season tickets are on sale now through Oct. 1 by phone, call (435) 283-7478 or (435) 283-7472, or online at https://www.snow.edu/academics/fineart/theatre/index. html. Measure for Measure October 4-6, 11-13 Measure for Measure is one of Shakespeare’s most vivid explorations of society and thought-provoking comedies. Vincentio, Duke of Vienna, dismayed by his city’s decline into depravity and decadence, removes himself and appoints the puritanical Angelo to rule in his stead and correct the mess of his passive rule. Angelo empowered, rigidly follows the letter of law to root out immorality but sweeps up a young man Claudio and then makes him an example, condemning him to death. Can Claudio’s sister, the novice nun Isabella, convince the cold Angelo to feel mercy? Do her words inspire empathy… or something else entirely? Shakespeare is remarkable for many reasons; notably, his work is timeless yet timely. Many of his plays reverberate issues and topics of today from well over 400 years ago. Measure for Measure is exceptional in this regard. In this dark comedy, dilemmas abound and struggles manifest, reflecting an even greater truth: easy answers are rarely the solution to big problems. Glass Menagerie
Four headlining shows will be presented this season by the Snow College theatre department. Season tickets are on sale now through Oct. 1 online at https:// www.snow.edu/academics/fineart/theatre/index.html. November 2-3, 7-10 Amanda Wingfield is a faded, tragic remnant of Southern gentility who lives in poverty in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, and her daughter, Laura. Amanda strives to give meaning and direction to her life and the lives of her children, though her methods are ineffective and irritating. Tom is driven nearly to distraction by his mother’s nagging and seeks escape in alcohol and movies. Laura also lives in her illusions. She is crippled, and this defect, intensified by her mother’s anxiety to see her married, has driven her more and more into herself. A drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty, Tennessee Williams’ endearing and melancholic The Glass Menagerie is one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre. Phantom of the Opera
Feb. 28 and March 1-2, 7-9, 2019 Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterwork is a timeless story of seduction and despair. Phantom of the Opera is the musical all others are measured against. The timeless story, the unforgettable score, and an undeniable obsession that could never die. The Phantom of the Opera tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents by employing all of the devious methods at his command. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s enthralling score includes “Think of Me,” “Angel of Music,”
CDRA hears director report, new businesses coming CHERYL K. BREWER
The Pyramid
MT. PLEASANT — Monte Bona, Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) director appeared before the board comprised of the Mayor and city council members on Sept. 11 to give his report about the happenings in the agency. Bona reported to the board there has been some significant progress in the industrial park. The agency had applied for a $247,000 grant for improvements in the park but would now has to be changed due to some needed new in-
dustry coming to the area. Specifically the old airport runway will now be upgraded to a new road and extended to serve the businesses in the park, which has been difficult for large trucks to service with limited ability to access. Bona said a trailer manufacturing plant has bought the building formerly owned by Green Polka Dot Box, which has relocated to another smaller building in the park. The trailer facility anticipates up to 10 trucks per day will visit the facility and could create 100 new jobs over a five-year period.
Other businesses, a dairy supply and a furniture cover distribution center have also shown an interest in locating in the industrial park, creating even more jobs in the area. Bona also reported that the first railroad car is scheduled to be finished in November and the ConToy Arena will host another Eventing in October. The board thanked Bona for his time to the citizens of the city and helping to acquire millions of dollars of grants. A round of applause was given for his dedication by the board and audience.
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“‘Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “Masquerade” and the title song, “The Phantom of the Opera”. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Charles Hart, additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe; Book by Richard Stilgoe and Andrew Lloyd Webber; based on the novel Le Fantome de ‘l’Opéra by Gaston Leroux. Our Town April 17-20, 2019 Considered by many to be the greatest American play,
of human existence remains as theatrically fresh and as topical as ever. To celebrate the commitment of Ephraim City and Snow College theatre, Our Town will be cast from both Snow College and members of the surrounding community. Embracing Sanpete’s own town with this plain-speaking and honest play, all are encouraged to come and let their imagination take a journey back home.
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NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Sanpete County. These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights, PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Division office during normal business hours on or before OCTOBER 17, 2018. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 51-7496(a44029): Susan B. Christensen propose(s) using 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (Indianola) for DOMESTIC. 65-4059(a44031): Wayne R. Slade propose(s) using 0.0025 cfs or 0.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles SE of Mt. Pleasant) for DOMESTIC. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER
Legal notice 30097 Published in The Pyramid September 20 and 27, 2018.
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longest functioning and most successful voluntary land-use organizations in Utah, Canyon Country Partners, since 1995. • Robert Voyles: For displaying an unwavering commitment to the collection, preservation, presentation and access to essential military history of our state and the advancement of the Fort Douglas Military Museum for nearly 20 years. • Monte Bona: For being the driving force for historic preservation efforts in Mt. Pleasant and Sanpete County and for spearheading the Heritage Highway 89/Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area effort. • Monson Shaver and Tyler Thompson: Manages the Watershed Restoration Initiative for the Utah Department of Natural Resources, which restored more than 785,000 acres of Utah wildland and identified nearly 2,7000 archaeological and historical sites across nearly 250,000 archaeologically-inventoried acres on state and federal lands. • Robert Austin: For leading the effort to revise Utah’s Core Standards for Social Studies. William P. MacKinnon Award: Given to the professional development of a meritorious employee of Utah State History. This year, the MacKinnon award goes to Alycia Rowley, an employee for 18 years. Historical Article Awards Helen Papanikolas Award: Given to the best college or university student’s paper on the subject of “Women’s History in Utah.” This year’s award goes to Kelli Morrill, a Utah State University graduate student, for her article, “From Housewives to Protesters: The Story of Mormons for the ERA.” LeRoy S. Axland Award: Given to the best Utah history
Monte Bona article appearing in a publication other than the Utah Historical Quarterly. This year’s award goes to James R. Swensen for “Reflections in the Water: An Exploration of the Various Uses of C.R. Savage’s 1875 Photograph of the Mass Baptism of the Shivwit,” published in the July 2017 Journal of Mormon History. Dale L. Morgan Award: Given to the best scholarly article appearing in the Utah Historical Quarterly. This year’s winner is Tonya Reiter for “Redd Slave Histories: Family, Race, and Sex in Pioneer Utah,” published in the Summer 2017 Quarterly. “Redd Slave Histories” rethinks the past by carefully examining John Hardison Redd and his wife Elizabeth who owned a handful of slaves, six of whom emigrated from the South to Utah with the family. Charles Redd Center for Western Study Award: Given to the best general interest article appearing in the Utah Historical Quarterly. This year’s award winner goes to Larry R. Gerlach for “Appropriation and Accommodation: The University of Utah and the Utes,” a carefully argued history of the university’s use of the Ute name and imagery from the early 20th-century to the present. Nick Yengich Memorial Editors’ Choice Award: Given to Dale Topham’s “Staking
SKYLINE MTN SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT 1. Notice of Vacancy: The following positions on the Skyline Mountain Resort Special Service District Administrative Control Board have become, or are about to become, vacant due to expired terms. The positions are: (1) Board Member A (the “Birch Creek” member); (2) Board Member C (the “Valley” member); and (3) Board Member D (the “at large” member who is not in B). Each position is a four year term. 2. Appointing Authority: The Sanpete County Commission is the Appointing Authority for the positions. 3. General Qualifications for each Position: a. Must be 21 years-of-age or older. b. Must be a member of Skyline Mtn. Resort and owning a property interest in Skyline Mtn. Resort. c. May not be a full or part-time employee of the Special Service District while serving on the Board. d. A Board member may not be compensated separately as a Board member and as an employee for providing the same service. 4. Additional Qualifications for specific Board Positions: Board Member A (the “Birch Creek” member) must own a property interest in the Birch Creek area, defined as sections D, F, L or O, of the Skyline Mountain Resort Master Plan. Board Member C (the “Valley” member) must own a property interest in the Valley area, defined as sections A, B, C or GC, of the Skyline Mountain Resort Master Plan. Except for adhering to the general qualifications, Board Member D (the “at-large” member) may not be from Board Bʼs jurisdiction. 5. Appointment Procedure: All applicants must submit a written request for appointment designating which board position the application is for, along with a short resume. The application deadline is Monday, October 1, 2018, at 5 p.m., at the Sanpete County Clerkʼs Office at 160 North Main St., Suite 202, Manti, Utah 84642. The Sanpete County contact person concerning the appointment is County Clerk Sandy Neill (435) 835-2131, ext 5. The applications will be reviewed and considered for appointment during the regular County Commission meeting on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, at 2 p.m., or at such future meeting which the Commissioners may determine at that time. (For exact agenda time, contact the County Clerkʼs Office.) The County Commission will allow any interested person to be heard at the meeting. Dated this 31st day of August, 2018. Sandy Neill Sanpete County Clerk Legal Notice 29897 Published in The Pyramid September 20, 2018 Claims on the Markagunt Plateau: Creation of Cedar Breaks National Monument, 1916-1934,” which illustrates contending ideas about public lands management and use in Progressive Era-Utah. Historical Book Awards Francis Armstrong Madsen Award: Utah’s highest and most prestigious book award, recognizing the best book in Utah history published during 2017, goes to Brent M. Rogers for Unpopular Sovereignty: Mormons and the Federal Management of Early Utah Territory. Rogers places Utah Territory in the arguments about federal authority and local governance at a time when America teetered on the edge of civil war. While the idea that territories could decide some institutions for themselves, such as slavery, in Utah it became part of the debate about polygamy and more. Honorary Life Member of the Utah State Historical Society A person who has provided a “distinguished service to the State and the Society,” including service and leadership over a long period of time. This year, Jill Mulvay Derr has been selected. Mulvay Derr was a senior research historian in the Church History Department of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the managing director and associate professor of church history at the Joseph Fielding Smith Institute for Latter-day Saint History at Brigham Young University, and past president of the Mormon
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History Association. 2018 Utah State Historical Society Fellows The Utah Division of State History’s most prestigious honor is presented to individuals with long and distinguished careers in scholarly research and writing in, or who have made an extraordinary contribution to, state history, historic preservation or archaeology. Two individuals have been given this honor this year. Jessie Embry: Few scholars have published more widely in Utah, Mormon and Western history than Embry. The author or editor/co-editor of at least 19 books and 120 articles, she is a pioneer in the field of oral history and in the study of race in Mormonism. As a result of her work, well over 2,000 oral history interview transcripts have been catalogued and made available to researchers. Dr. Gary Topping: Professor of history (retired) at Salt Lake Community College and the Historian-Archivist of the Ro-
Dorthy J. Anderson 1929~2018 FAIRVIEW-- Dorthy Jeanne Welch Anderson, 89, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother graduated from mortality Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, surrounded by family at the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo, UT. She was born in Amalga, UT; Aug. 1, 1929, to Nicholas Eugene Welch and Ruby Adeline Willis. She graduated from Box Elder High School and attained a beautician license from Ex-cel-cis School of Beauty Culture. She attended Brigham Young University (BYU), where she met her sweetheart, Lowell R. Anderson. They were married on July 18, 1958, in the Logan LDS Temple. This year the couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Together they welcomed four children into their home, Kent, Kayln, Wade and Rita. Jeanne was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She will be remembered as one who loved and served her family, community and the Lord. At the age of 21 she was called to serve in the Canadian LDS Mission. She also served an LDS mission in 2003 with her husband to the Nauvoo LDS Temple. She and Lowell cherished the 27 years they labored together as ordinance workers in the Manti LDS Temple. Jeanne was gifted in organization and leadership skills and faithfully served in all women auxiliaries of the church, including a calling as the Mt. Pleasant Utah LDS Stake Relief Society president for 10 years. Jeanne was a meticulous homemaker and kept a beautiful and well maintained home. She was an excellent cook and continued to make homemade bread and bottle fruit throughout her life. The family looked forward to eating the homemade caramels and cookies she made for the holidays. Jeanne enjoyed shopping, traveling the world and was an enthusiastic BYU fan. She was proud of her pioneer heritage and in past years was active in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. Jeanne is survived by her husband, Lowell R. Anderson; four children, Kent (Tammy) Anderson, Kayln (Kenneth) Bench, Wade (Jan) Anderson; Rita (Kevin) Poulson; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Nicholas Welch. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Thora Dickamore and Alta Richards. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 21, in the Fairview Second LDS Ward, 100 North 131 East, Fairview. Viewings will be from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20, at Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant; and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 21 at the church prior to the funeral service. Interment in the Fairview City Cemetery. Online condolence at rasmussenmortuary.com. man Catholic Dioceses of Salt Lake City. In his 45 year career, Topping has written some of the most composed biographies of Utah’s most influential historians and respected and enduring interpretations concerning Utah and Western History. The Utah History Conference is free, including lunch. Please register by the end-of-
day Monday, Sept. 24, 2018. RSVPs can be taken at history. utah.gov. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center (3100 South 1355 West, West Valley City). Direct general media inquiries and requests for interviews to Josh Loftin at 801-386-4755.
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a punt and went for another first down, in which they were successful, giving the Hawks even more momentum. Eventually, the North Sanpete offense was able to get the ball to #44 junior Jaxton Langschwager for a touchdown and #30 junior Luis Rodriguez kicked in the extra point bringing the Hawks to a 17-14 lead over the
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#40 senior Brock Justesen repeatedly breaking through the line and stumping the Eagles quarterback. With the clock ticking down, the whistle blew, and the final score was Hawks 17 Eagles 14. When asking Head Coach Rhett Bird about the win, he attributed the victory to “a new defensive scheme” derived to “take away what Juan Diego does best.” Bird also stated that
the game plan, “required everyone to play and execute their own assignment and our kids played their assignment pretty well all night.” Bird also spoke on the Hawk’s offense and their plan to control the ball during the game pointing out that, “We did that really well, winning the time of possession 32 minutes compared to their (the Eagles) 15 minutes.” According to Bird, “Overall
we couldn’t be happier with the effort and unity we saw on the field Friday night.” The victory over top ranked Juan Diego was an exciting win for North Sanpete as the Hawks celebrated hard on the field once the game ended. The Hawks will take their home field again for their next region game this Friday, Sept. 21 against Summit Academy. Game time is 7 p.m.
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In regards to the OSHA investigation, which came about Aug. 8, the statement released by the city council implies that it came about because of negligence on behalf of Sam Draper. According to Sam Draper, about July 1, 2018, Lynne Beesley was hired by the city. The Public Works Department was divided and Beesley was assigned to oversee the Splash Pad and Swimming Pool, along with other public use facilities and grounds. Beesley was trained twice on the mixing of chemicals for the Splash Pad and Pool, first by Gary Bennett and later by Zach Barnes. But Beesley did not follow required protocol and the serious chemical accident took place, during which the seasonal employee almost died. According to Draper, the employee’s life was saved by Beesley. After the accident happened, OSHA came in to investigate. The OSHA investigation noted several safety violations, citywide. Draper stated that not only was his department investigated, but several city
departments were investigated, including the cemetery and violations noted. A copy of the OSHA report has been requested, but it appears the investigation is ongoing and not available. For the record, during the 11 years that Sam Draper served for Mt. Pleasant City, he never received any write-ups or disciplinary actions. Also during the city council meeting, complaints were aired regarding the security cameras, installed by Sam Draper, in various locations of the city. The complaint was that they were being used for spying on employees. According to Draper, and with approved city funding, the cameras were being installed primarily because of theft. The city has lots of tools and equipment which have been purchased, some at great cost. When tools and equipment started to turn up missing, the city needed to mitigate the loss and the cameras are one way to determine where equipment and tools were going.
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One of the statements can bear some clarification. It reads as follow: “While maintaining splash pad equipment, Beesley and a seasonal employee were involved in a serious chemical accident. Sources have stated that an investigation by OSHA found several safety violations due to the negligence of Public Works Director Sam Draper.” For clarification, it should be noted that there have only been two safety write-ups dealing with the splash pad or swimming pool. Both were issued by Sanpete County Health Inspector Jason Hatch. Neither of them were for Sam Draper. The first was in June 2017, on William Ahkaui, former splash pad director, for keeping chemicals in the pump house. The second was in June 2018, on new Pool Manager Brittany Adams for a chemicals violation. Both of those safety violations are part of public record and can be requested at the County Health Department.
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Robertson Ward, MD Family Medicine
435-623-3200
Please note that not all physicians are available at each clinic location and each clinic has differing hours. Please visit CentralValleyMedicalCenter.com for up-to-date clinic hours. Walk-ins are welcome but; it is strongly recommended that patients make an appointment by calling 435-623-3200 to help ensure provider availability.
Curtis Thomas, Au D
Audiology
801-357-7499
Marvin Allen, MD
Cardiology
801-812-4624
Gay Aagard, RN
Coumadin Clinic
435-623-3200
Chad Peterson, DO
Dermatology
801-794-1490
Michael Eyre, DO
Dermatology
801-794-1490
Kirt Beus, MD
ENT
801-357-7499
Scott Lohner, MD
Ophthalmology
801-374-1818
John Dana, MD
Pain Management
801-235-7246
Jared Clegg, DPM
Podiatry
435-623-3200
Central Valley Medical Center Clinic Locations
Open During Construction
SANTAQUIN CLINIC
NEPHI MEDICAL CLINIC
FOUNTAIN GREEN MEDICAL CLINIC
210 East Main Street, Santaquin, UT 84655 801-754-3600
48 West 1500 North, Nephi, UT 84648 435-623-3200
275 West 300 South, Fountain Green, UT 84632 435-445-3301
CentralValleyMedicalCenter.com