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Thursday, January 30, 2014 • Issue # 1033
Public Invited to Comment on Bryce Canyon Transportation Plan Open House Scheduled for March 4th
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From L to R: Blue Bossanova, Gwendolyn Zeta on Brick, Marcie Hoffman on Lucky, Tom Mansell on Abby, and Cate Vining on Rose.
Canyon Country Chapter BCHU 2013 Wrap-Up; Outlook for 2014
ESCALANTE - The Canyon Country Chapter (Escalante) of Back Country Horsemen of Utah held their first meeting of 2014, Friday evening, January 10. It was at least as much a party and potluck as it was a meeting with both old, new and potential members in attendance. Carol Kracht, reelected to be President again, since she did such a great job in 2013, called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone to another fun and interesting year of riding, volunteering and socializing. A re-cap of the volunteer work that the riding club did in 2013 is quite impressive, with a total of over 500 hours our members contributed to various projects. Some of these are: over 38 miles of trails in the Dixie National Forest cleaned and cleared of trash; 450 lbs. of rubbish packed out for the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in cooperation with the
National Park Service and the BLM; in June, for National Trails Day, in cooperation with the Dixie National Forest, we assisted with the Oak Creek Spur Trail gate installation and bridge construction; in July, in cooperation with the BLM and Escalante River Watershed Project supplies were packed in for trail clearing; over 150 hours of labor were contributed to the building of a yurt at Cowpuncher’s where the old cabin burned down; and the list goes on and on to add up to a very successful and satisfying year for our Chapter. And that is just the work we did----there were group rides and/or moon light rides almost every month, including a big bash on Cinco de Mayo to celebrate our first anniversary as a club. Now, with 2014 underway, new projects are being considered, new members have joined and new rides are being planned. This past Friday,
January 24, several members got together just out of town for a little ride. Spring-like weather and horses with long Winter coats had everyone warmed up and ready for some aprés-ride refreshments when we returned to the trailers, where we were met by Crockett Dumas (our newest member) and his lovely mare, Sara Moniet, who has recently been immortalized as a Breyer model horse. The Canyon Country Chapter of BCHU welcomes anyone interested in joining. You don’t have to own a horse to enjoy the volunteering or the socializing that is a big part of this dynamic group. Please call any member if you’d like to be added to our mailing list to find out about group rides, meeting dates and future projects. Membership is $30 per year for an individual, $40 per year for a family. —Gwendolyn Zeta
Endurance Champion OT Sara Moniet Immortalized as Breyer Horse of 2014 ESCALANTE - The accomplishments of Crockett Dumas and his horse OT Sara’s winning career on the endurance circuit are the stuff of legend. Breyer, the premier model horse company, has taken notice of Sara’s beauty and her athletic accomplishments and bestowed her with the honor of Breyer Horse of 2014. “It was such a surprise,” says Dumas, who was contacted by the company in November 2012 and told they would like to make a model of his horse. “It’s quite an honor to have your horse asked to be a Breyer.” Sara, who will turn ten WGCI years old on January 31, is at the top of her game, and will earn this year, for the fourth year in a row, the Institute of the Desert Arabian Horse’s “Drinkers of the Wind” Challenge Champion honor. As an example of her talents, in 2011 she finished 1,675 competition miles, completing all 31 rides she entered, with 10 overall wins and 9 “best conditions.” Sara and Dumas’ other champion Des- The Real Thing. Above: Crockett Dumas and Sara ert Arabian horses are the result of 25 years enjoy a quiet moment out in the field. Inset: Breyof Dumas’ passion for improving the breed er’s rendition of OT Sara Moniet RSI (her full and for the sport of endurance racing. Sara name) in their Spirit of the Horse collection. represents the 3rd generation of Dumas’ Outlaw Trail line. “It takes a long time to do this,” says Dumas, “An honor like the Breyer Horse is the icing on the cake for a horseman with a 47 year career.” —Insider
BRYCE CANYON N.P. The National Park Service has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) for a Multimodal Transportation Plan at Bryce Canyon National Park. This project will enable the park to test, implement and refine current and future transportation solutions in an integrated, flexible context over the next 20 years. With your input, we hope to finalize and start implementing the transportation plan this summer! The desired outcomes of the final transportation plan include: • Reducing traffic congestion and parking shortages; • Increasing safety and improving visitors’ experiences; • Eliminating or minimizing resource conflicts; • Improving connectivity for all modes of transportation, including public transportation, private vehicles, tour buses, pedestrians and bicycles. In order to develop a successful transportation plan, the EA analyzed a range of potential solutions that include expanding parking, increasing
shuttle service, encouraging different visitation patterns, and changing park operations. The NPS preferred alternative includes the best elements from each of the other action alternatives. Using a strong adaptive management approach, the preferred alternative promotes science-based decision-making that provides park managers the flexibility to make adjustments and implement the suite of solutions proposed in the plan, as needed. Under this alternative, the park would encourage alternative transportation options such as the shuttle, tour buses, walking, and cycling. The park would also test the effectiveness of parking expansions, seasonal vehicle restrictions, and parking time limits. Travel information for visitors would also be improved to encourage more sustainable visitation patterns. The public is invited to attend an open house to review the alternatives considered and provide feedback about the agency’s preferred alternative. The open house will be held on
South Central Communications Announces Increase in Scholarship Awards Program Applications Due February 21st
ESCALANTE - South Central Communications will be awarding twenty-two scholarships to graduating high school seniors throughout our service territory. Scholarship applicants must be active South Central Communications landline customers. In 2014, the Board of Directors is proud to announce that the scholarship amount has increased from $500 per scholarship to $1000 per scholarship. South Central Communications is a strong believer in
the importance of education. We strive to support our local schools and encourage students to pursue their dreams. SCC has awarded over $165,000 in scholarships since inception. We encourage all area high school seniors to apply. Historically we have not received many applications so please strongly consider this opportunity. Applications and eligibility requirements have been sent to area high school guidance counselors and are also
Thurs. Jan. 30 - wed. Feb. 5 COOLING. Thursday could be kind of gusty, with winds up to 16mph, high in low 50s. The winds are forecast to bring a slight cooling trend for Friday, with possible snow showers (30% chance) and highs in low 40s. Sat. - Wed. are scheduled for highs in low 40s, with night temps dipping into single digits again; skies partly to mostly cloudy.
available at any South Central Communications office or on www.SoCen.com/Scholarships. Scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than February 21, 2014. Mail applications to: South Central Communications Attn: Scholarships P.O. Box 555 Escalante, UT 84726 —South Central Communications
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Utah Hospital Association and Garfield Memorial Hospital Favor Limited, Balanced Approach on Medicaid Expansion by Alberto Vasquez Garfield Memorial Hospital and the Utah Hospital Association, a trade organization representing Utah’s hospitals and healthcare systems, have spent numerous hours over the past few months deliberating the pros and cons of Medicaid expansion. Providing quality healthcare to our citizens here in Garfield County and surrounding areas is our primary mission. However, Utah’s hospitals, along with Garfield Memorial, are concerned about the long-term effects of expansion on our state’s fiscal health as well as its potential negative influence in our private insurance market. We know that due to mandatory changes in the Medic-
aid program required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), like the elimination for certain populations of the asset test (a test that provides proof of your financial assets to determine how much you should pay for insurance), more than 51,000 Utahns will now become eligible for Medicaid benefits. This will happen regardless if we choose to expand Medicaid or not. This number includes those that will enroll in Medicaid in order to comply with the individual mandate requirement in the ACA, commonly referred to as the “woodworking” effect. We are also aware that America’s hospitals have taken payment cuts in excess of $155 billion as a part of the ACA.
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Alberto Vasquez. That equates to more than $1.5 billion in payment cuts to Utah hospitals. Theoretically, these losses may be somewhat offset with more patients being Medicaid
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bryce Canyon National Park Visitor Center, Conference Room D, on the top floor of the building. An open comment period will begin on Friday, February 14, 2014. Those wishing to provide comments should submit them in writing as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, March 17, 2014. Comments can be submitted online at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/ brca, or sent to brca_information@nps.gov, or to Bryce Canyon National Park, P.O. Box 640201, Bryce, UT 84764. Respondents should include their name, address and email to be added to the mailing list for more information about this project. Remember that unless requested otherwise, a list of all those that comment during public review periods, including their addresses, is available upon request. Thank you in advance and we look forward to seeing you at the Public and Partners Open House! Bryce Canyon National Park. —National Park Service
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Open Houses Scheduled for Upcoming Glen Canyon National Recreation Planning Efforts
Utah’s Unemployment Summary for December 2013 SALT LAKE CITY— Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for December 2013 grew by an estimated 1.8 percent, adding 22,500 jobs to the economy as compared to December 2012. Utah’s current employment level registers 1,301,600. The December seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased two tenths of a percent from November to 4.1 percent. Approximately 57,800 Utahns were unemployed in the month and actively seeking work. The national unemployment rate dropped three tenths, measuring 6.7 percent in December. Utah’s establishment survey has estimated a fifth consecutive month of belowaverage job growth. The establishment survey attempts to measure employment across the state in a timely manner, providing an estimate of employment until the full census of employment is processed
months later. The census numbers that are currently available (up to September 2013) show stronger employment growth in the third quarter of 2013 than was originally estimated by the establishment survey. It is likely that the fourth quarter has also been underestimated by the survey. Unemployment estimates from the household survey, which have shown consistent declines in the unemployment count, support that theory. Nine of the ten private sector industries posted net job increases in December as compared to last year (Other Services lost 200 jobs). The largest increases were in Education and Health (7,700 jobs), Trade, Transportation and Utilities (6,800 jobs) and Leisure and Hospitality (3,500 jobs). Government employment contracted by 5,200 jobs in the same period. —Utah Department of Workforce Services
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of most concern is the potential loss of employer-sponsored health insurance (a phenomenon commonly referred to as “crowd out”) if employers steer individuals to Medicaid in an effort to hold down company healthcare costs. UHA recognizes that approximately 57,000 adult Utahns between 100% and 138% of the poverty level will have access to highquality health plans through the federally subsidized health insurance exchange. In order to facilitate the adoption of plans through the exchange, UHA advocates the creation of a premium subsidy for individuals with incomes in the 100-138% FPL range. • Pursue a “block grant” under Section 1332 of the Affordable Care Act. This action, which would likely not be available until 2017, would authorize the State to manage the Medicaid program or any programs developed in lieu of Medicaid. This element allows our state to pursue a uniquely “Utah” approach to coverage. Providing quality, affordable health care is the cornerstone of Garfield Memorial Hospital’s mission. A limited Medicaid expansion will significantly help us meet the health needs of the communities we serve. We encourage Governor Herbert to negotiate with federal officials to build a uniquely Utah model that would reduce the risk of “crowd out,” minimize costs to the taxpayer and provide coverage for uninsured people, especially those below 100% of the poverty level. Utah’s hospitals and Garfield Memorial Hospital encourage our state leaders to bring coverage and quality healthcare within the reach of all Utahns. Alberto Vasquez is Administrator of Garfiield Memorial Hospital.
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covered. But in reality, hospitals will continue to provide uncompensated care to those who are not eligible for coverage under the ACA and are not likely to have the financial means to pay for their own healthcare services. Healthcare reform is complex. We can look at the numbers, but what really counts is the men, women and children behind those statistics. That’s why after careful consideration, the Utah Hospital Association and Garfield Memorial Hospital have voiced support for a limited and balanced approach on Medicaid expansion containing the following elements: • Expand Medicaid for individuals who live on a wage that is up to 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). This action would open up Medicaid to those Utah citizens who are significantly limited in their financial ability to purchase private insurance. The 2013 Federal Poverty Guidelines define 100% FPL as an annual income at or below $11,490 for an individual and $23,550 for a family of four. UHA and Garfield Memorial Hospital believes that it is right and appropriate to provide Medicaid benefits to individuals that are experiencing severe financial hardship. This approach could add as many as 54,000 adult enrollees to the Medicaid program. • Institute a premium subsidy model for people with wages between 100% and 138% of the Federal Poverty Level. Under Obamacare, Medicaid expansion was designed to cover individuals up to 138% of FPL. However, we have serious concerns about the unintended consequences of the ACA-defined “full expansion” option. The consequence
PAGE, AZ – A proposed Off-road Vehicle Management Plan for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the future of Lake Powell invasive mussel prevention are two planning efforts that will be showcased at five open houses in February. National Park Service staff will be on hand to provide information and gather public comments on these and other current planning topics. “This is a great opportunity to take part in the management of your public lands. I welcome and encourage everyone to participate in these meetings,” said Superintendent Todd Brindle. “We are in the process of making decisions that will have long-term effects on park resources and visitors’ experiences. The public’s participation will show us where there are concerns and will help us make informed decisions on the best alternatives.” The NPS is preparing these plans through a public process that complies with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and other applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Off-road Vehicle (ORV) Management Plan/Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Plan/DEIS) The Plan/DEIS analyzes a range of actions for managing off-road use of motor vehicles and on-road use of off-highway vehicles and street-legal allterrain vehicles. The Plan/DEIS assesses the environmental impacts that could result from continuing current management or implementing any of the four action alternatives. The NPS preferred alternative designates a mixture of opportunities for motorized recreation on park roads and designated ORV routes and at remote shoreline areas while prohibiting such uses in areas where resources and values may be at risk. The preferred alternative also includes provisions to improve signs and road/ route markings; develop a communication strategy to better educate visitors on regulations and resource concerns; partner with user groups and other stakeholders; monitor use and mitigate any adverse effects to resources; and close and restore routes and areas not designated for off-road use. A permit system would be established for ORV routes and areas to provide for education on applicable regulations, provide for visitor safety, prevent resource damage and recover costs for monitoring, mitigation, education and administration of the permit system. An electronic
Castle Rock Cut Deepened PAGE, AZ – Work began Tuesday, January 21, 2014 to deepen the Castle Rock Cut. The excavation project will increase the number of usable days of the cut during lower lake levels. National Park Service (NPS) staff will place “Closed Area” buoys around the work area and ready the site for the contractor, Brown Brothers Construction of Loa, Utah. Based on current and anticipated water levels this spring, excavation will lower the bottom elevation of the cut to approximately 3580 feet, removing over 70,000 cubic yards of material. The Castle Rock Cut is a popular short-cut for boaters on Lake Powell. Travel through the cut saves approximately 10 miles of boating. “This not only saves time and gas for boaters,” stated NPS Project Manager, Carl Elleard, “but it also provides for a safer boating experience.” Scheduled completion for the project is late April. However the Castle Rock Cut will not reopen until lake levels allow. The park will notify the public when this occurs. —National Park Service
copy of the Plan/DEIS may be downloaded at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/glca-orvplan. Quagga-Zebra Mussel Management Plan/Environmental Assessment (QZMP EA) As of January 2014, approximately 1,300 adult quagga mussels have been found and removed from Lake Powell. We are finding additional adult mussels as the season progresses. The Quagga-Zebra Mussel Management Plan (QZMP) is needed to help the NPS decide what tools are appropriate to support the ongoing management of invasive mussels in Glen Canyon now that quagga mussels are present in Lake Powell. The QZMP will consider changes to the existing prevention and monitoring efforts, and would include analysis of potential control, containment, and other park management actions. The plan will also consider options for providing a sustainable funding source. The NPS has used a variety of tools to support extensive mussel prevention efforts for several years. This has included education efforts, monitoring, and inspection, decontamination, and quarantine of incoming boats as necessary. The NPS is seeking input to help develop the QZMP during the public scoping period from February 3 – March 7, 2014. For more information or to provide comments visit http://parkplanning. nps.gov/qzmp. Rainbow Bridge Trail Improvement Environmental Assessment (RABR Trail EA) Last year, Bridge Creek experienced a flood event that washed out a key section of the access trail from the courtesy dock on Lake Powell leading to Rainbow Bridge. A temporary trail has been cleared to restore access to the site, but additional work is needed to provide longterm access that may not require people to travel in the floodplain. Improvements to the trail design and construction are also needed to address high-volume flash flooding and to maintain tribal, visitor, and employee safety while using the trail. The NPS is also considering extending the trail to provide a designated path for visitors to walk around Rainbow Bridge that would connect to the trail approaching Rainbow Bridge from land owned by the Navajo Nation. Redesigning and rebuilding the Rainbow Bridge trail is also needed to accommo-
GCNRA Recreation Planning Open Houses are scheduled for the following dates and locations: • Blanding UT: Tuesday, February 4, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Blanding Arts and Events Center, located at 639 West 100 South, Blanding, UT • Escalante UT: Wednesday, February 5, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center, located at 755 W. Main, Escalante, UT • Kanab UT: Thursday, February 6, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Kanab Middle School, located at 690 S. Cowboy Way, Kanab, UT • Page AZ: Tuesday, February 11, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Headquarters, located at 691 Scenic View Drive, Page, AZ • Salt Lake City UT: Thursday, February 13, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Utah Department of Natural Resources, located at 1594 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT
date fluctuating lake elevations and associated trail damage. The NPS is seeking input to help develop the RABR Trail EA during the public scoping period from February 3 – March 7, 2014. For more information or to provide comments visit http://parkplanning.nps.gov/rabr-trail. Livestock Grazing Monument Management Plan Amendment and Associated Environmental Impact Statement (Livestock Grazing MMPA) The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is embarking on a process to amend the Grand Staircase Escalante National
Monument (GSENM) Management Plan to provide direction for livestock grazing. As part of the plan amendment process, the GSENM will prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). At the end of the process, the BLM will make land-use level decisions associated with livestock grazing and amend the Monument Management Plan. The planning area consists of about 2.1 million acres of land which includes lands in the GSENM and nonmonument lands administered by GSENM. The GSENM administers livestock grazing on lands managed by the National Park Service (NPS) within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA). The NPS Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is cooperating in the preparation of this plan amendment. The NPS will also be making a decision for Glen Canyon lands consistent with the area’s enabling legislation (Public Law 92-593). For more information visit http://blm.gov/pgld. The NPS will consider input received during the public scoping, review and comment periods for these planning efforts to prepare the final documents. The public may provide written comments in person at the open houses. Comments may also be submitted online using the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) system, or mailed or delivered to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, PO Box 1507, 691 Scenic View Drive, Page, AZ 86040-1507. For additional information contact Teri Tucker, Chief of Planning and Compliance at 928-608-6207. —National Park Service
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School Notes Garfield School District Mini Grants Garfield School District received an unexpected one time allocation from the Garfield County Treasurers Office per their auditor’s adjustment recommendations. With these additional funds, the School Board suggested to have the teachers in the District apply for a “Mini-Grant” to request classroom supplies or materials the teachers could utilize in their classrooms to improve the daily academic instruction. All teachers in the District had an opportunity to apply for the Mini-Grants. A District committee to assign a priority ranking to each application reviewed the Mini-Grants. The School Board approved the funding for the first round of Mini-Grants in the last Board meeting. Mini-Grant applications that directly impacted student achievement in the classroom received higher priority ranking. There were 41 Mini-Grants who will receive immediate funding and approximately an additional 25 Grant applications will be reviewed at a later date. The funding ranged from $1,000 to $10,000 per class depending on the request. The Mini-Grants will provide approximately $186,837 to be utilized directly by the teachers to improve the classroom instruction. I am excited about the opportunities the Mini-Grants will provide to students; particularly when it comes to infusing the classrooms with technology. If you would like to see a complete list of the Mini Grants that received funding, please visit the Garfield School District web page at http://www. garfield.k12.ut.us/ then select the District Office tab, and choose “Superintendent’s Corner” to view this article with a complete list Mini Grant projects. —Superintendent Ben Dalton
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Bobcats Gold; PHS Full of Pride
We come to a short week at Panguitch High (Happy Martin Luther King Day everybody!) full of pride and excitement for numerous reasons. To start off the chain reaction of eventfulness, our sports teams have all returned to us from weekends that have been loaded with success! Our boys basketball team gave a great performance in Wayne, winning the Sophomore Tournament and earning Panguitch pride in exciting fashion. Not to be outdone, the wrestlers of PHS won a tournament of their own, putting on a great performance in Milford to capture the overall team trophy! ( The team also had numerous individual medalists, ranging from 4th place to 1st. Kolton Owens also won Outstanding Wrestler for the lower division!) The girls, of course, are still celebrating in their own right, as their own Sophomore Tournament victory the previous weekend still brings a smile to Bobcat alumni all around. Tuesday was a day for celebration and recognition, as these accomplishments by our sports teams were well noted. On another good note, the students and teacher of the month of January were also announced and recognized. Kenzey Veater was awarded the high school honors for Student of the Month, and Damond Elmer received similar praise for the middle school category. Our Outstanding Teacher of the Month was revealed to be none other than our resident scientist, Mr. Dawson. Along with the output of awesome sports victory, and new Students of the Month, Panguitch High celebrates a festive mood this week because of the tradition of homecoming. Not only did we crown new Homecoming royalty this year (Nick Kremidas as Mr. PHS and Kenzey Veater as Homecoming Queen) but we also celebrated Bobcat spirit by decorating the halls, gym, and
schoolrooms of the school with balloons, streamers, chalk, and other bright decor. Not able or willing to rest after their impressive showings of the past weekends, the sports teams of PHS all had important dates to meet this homecoming week. On Wednesday, the boys basketball team continued their roll of winning ways, competing in an exciting and awe-inspiring match against the Bryce Valley Mustangs. For four quarters, our boys dribbled, dunked, and shot their way to an awesome victory. As is usually the case with homecoming games, the crowd from both teams were equally filled with fervor and anticipation, and brought the house down with a roaring rally of cheers and applause. What a night for sports fans and the PHS boys basketball team! Thursday saw it become the wrestler’s turn to host an exciting homecoming event. I think it can be safely said that they did not disappoint. In what was already expected to be a great matchup against the Wayne Badgers, our singletdawning warriors took to the mat in aggressive fashion, beating their region rivals to earn pride for homecoming week. The home duel also marked Senior night for the PHS wrestlers, and the 12th grade boys on the team were all honored
and mentioned in front of the home crowd. With additional recognition for the coaches, stat girls, and cheerleaders, it was a great night all around. The girls also brought pride to the hearts of Panguitch fans, also competing against Wayne on Thursday. In an equally-anticipated game, they made the journey to Badger territory with another victory in their sights. Determined not to be outdone by the boys, and to continue their own winning ways, our girls played a great game and showed a lot of talent to come up with an impressive win against a tough team in the Badgers. After an exciting night, they enjoyed a bus ride home filled with positive energy. The weekend will bring another round of exciting sports action, as our boys basketball team travel to Piute to face off in an exciting match with the TBirds on Friday. Our girls also have weekend obligations, as they will face off against Diamond Ranch in an anticipated JV game. We wrap up this exciting week of trophies, pageants, and awards with hopeful spirits and ample amounts of pride. In the weeks to come, we wish our sports team good luck and also want to congratulate them on their impressive seasons so far. Have a great week everybody!
Parents! Please record and take notice of the web sites below to help us prepare for the ACT test and the new State Sage Adaptive Assessments. These sites provide information, sample questions, and practice tests for you to use to help you and your student at home! If you have difficulty accessing these sites, please contact your school counselor, teacher or administrator. ACT test prep = www.shmoop.com SAGE Adaptive Assessment = www.sageportal.com
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Third Graders Study Abstract Art Mrs. Williams’ third graders have been studying abstract art. “We are becoming mini Picassos!” stated Mrs. Williams. The class created cubist style portraits with oil pastels, and have shared a couple impressive examples. The students have also been working hard learning how to research a topic, they used different media to research, collected data and took notes, then turned the information into an informational writing piece. “We have learned about some of the ancient people of Mexico,” said Mrs. Williams. “The students find the culture of the Aztecs and Mayans truly interesting.” Along with working hard in writing and reading, third grade is the year of times tables. “We love to have fun with our times tables by playing ‘around the world’, ‘war’, games on the iPads and computers, or just singing our times table songs.” The third grade classes hope to have a times table challenge soon to see which class will earn the “times table trophy.”
EHS Shop Students At It Again
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Escalante High School shop students have been hard at it again this year and are just finishing up their third and fourth storage sheds. Mr. LeFevre has been teaching a construction course and has had a great deal of excitement in this class. The students—mostly juniors and seniors—have a real desire to learn about the field of general construction. Mr. LeFevre often comments on how dedicated the students are and is impressed with how fast they pick up on proper building techniques. The last two sheds that the students of EHS built were purchased by the city of Boulder. Mayor Bill Muse said the sheds have been great; they are well built and are very functional. Mayor Mr. Lefevre Muse said he would recom- EHS students make finishing touches on a new shed they’ve mend these sheds to his friends built in their construction course. and family without a doubt. These sheds are 8’x12’ with a loft for extra storage. The floors are 2x6 covered with ¾” sheeting. The roofs are covered with ¾” sheeting, tar paper, and shingles. One shed has double doors in the front and the other has one large door, both have windows in the back. Each shed costs $1700.00 with free delivery and set up within 50 miles of EHS. If you have any questions about the sheds or would like to purchase contact Mr. LeFevre or Mr. King at 435 826-4205. —Eugene King
Governor Herbert Proclaims it “Utah School Choice Week” SALT LAKE CITY - This week is School Choice Week in Utah and across the country and Governor Gary Herbert has proclaimed it Utah School Choice Week. More than 25 events are planned across the Beehive State, in addition to 5,500 events nationwide. The Week, which is the nation’s largest-ever celebration of educational opportunity, gives students, parents, and teachers in Utah a chance to raise awareness of the different types of educational options available to families in advance of the 20142015 school year. Events across the state will include rallies, school fairs, roundtable discussions, open houses, and parent information sessions. National School Choice Week spotlights all types of education options for families – including traditional public
Wednesday Every 2 weeks: Feb. 5, 19 Panguitch Elem. 8:30am - 11:20am Panguitch Head Start 166 N. Main 11:30am - 12:00pm Thursday Every 2 Weeks: Feb. 6, 20 Escalante Elem. 9:00am - 10:30am Escalante H.S. 10:30am - 11:30am Boulder Elementary 12:30pm - 2:15pm Escalante Elem. 3:00pm - 3:45pm Escalante Phone Office 4:00 - 5:45
Week as an opportunity to learn more about the educational options available to their children, and to begin researching schools for the 2014-2015 school year. If families want to switch schools, January is the time to start the search process.” The Week officially kicked off at a major rally Saturday night in Houston, Texas. Today, students wearing National School Choice Week’s signature yellow scarves will ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange. National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness campaign that shines a spotlight on effective education options for all children. For more information, visit www. schoolchoiceweek.com —School Choice Week
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2014 Winter Schedule Librarian: Lyle Talbot ltalbot@utah.gov 435-676-3258 Tuesday Every 2 Weeks: Feb. 4, 18 Tropic - Bryce Valley Elem. 10:30am - 2:45pm Tropic - Bryce Valley H.S. 2:45pm - 3:45pm Cannonville City Park 4:00pm - 4:45pm Henrieville Main Street 5:00pm - 6:00pm Bryce Canyon Residential Area 6:30pm - 7:00 pm
schools, public magnet schools, charter schools, private schools, online learning and homeschooling. In addition to raising awareness of school choice options in Utah, the Week also provides students, parents and teachers with an opportunity to call on leaders in Salt Lake City to expand access to highquality education environments for children. “Utah families know that when parents have the freedom to choose the best schools for their children, great things happen,” said Andrew Campanella, president of National School Choice Week. “Student achievement increases, graduation rates rise, and children are better prepared for real life.” Said Campanella: “We hope families across the state will use National School Choice
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Librarian: Becky Lopshire blopshire@utah.gov
Rhett Blackburn Britney Hagel
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ÒMy name is Brittney Hagel. I live in Bicknell Utah. My parents are Beverly and Mark Hagel. In the fall I hope to attend SUU or Dixie State University and Þnish my associates degree. I plan to go out in the medical Þeld, major in English, or go out in dental hygiene. My goals after attending high school are to complete college and graduate with a degree that will help better the lives of others. Several people have inspired me throughout high school. My basketball coach, Jan Ellett, and my cross country coach, Tina Anderson, were both very positive inßuences on my life and taught me that I can do anything I put my mind to. Mrs. Robertson was also a great inßuence on me throughout high school. Mrs. Robertson made me want to be responsible and taught me that hard work pays off and education is very important. I would also like to thank my parents for the support and encouragement they have given me over the years; I know I would not be where I am without them!Ó .....Britney
This weekly student spotlight is brought to you by Wayne High School and the Entrada Institute Scholarship Committee. These spotlights are not only to introduce the people of our area to these fine seniors, but to encourage contributions to the ÒScholarship of ExcellenceÓ program for students at WHC. For more information about tax-deductible donations, please contact Candence Peterson at Wayne High School.
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Every1Counts
By Cynthia Kimball So I got a random call early this morning. From a parent. In the Mid-west. “I’m sorry I’m calling so early, I should have checked the time difference.” “No, it’s okay. What can I do for you?” “I came across your website. My daughter’s on a basketball team. She’s not a starter. Yesterday, a college team came to scrimmage their team, but only the starters got to scrimmage the college girls.” “Really?” “Why be there? I’m concerned about their spirits. They’re already deflated by sitting on the bench.” “That would have been a great opportunity to include all. It would have been so simple.” “The girls are demotivated already. It’s really about their spirits.” “I agree. Everyone counts. Include all. Especially during a scrimmage. Again, it would have been so simple. “What I’d like to talk to you about, we’re a small school district, but I’d like to go in front of our school board for you to come in and speak to our sports teams, coaches and all.” “Throw in the parents, too. I’ll work with you.” “Oh, that would be great. Thank you so much. I’ll let you know what they say.” “Sure. Call anytime.” But I got to thinking after that call. Whether you are hopebased or fear-based really is a matter of life or death. That’s actually similar to my thesis title, “Leading from the heart: A matter of life or death.”
Become HopeBased: It’s a Matter of Life or Death
But I didn’t always lead from the heart. Maybe that’s why I’m so passionate the other way. But just for fun, answer a few questions to determine if you are hope-based or fearbased. Do you see the glass as half full (hope-based) or empty (fear-based)? Do you see past mistakes and failures as opportunity to improve (hope-based) or do you dwell on them (fearbased)? Hope-based action communicates you and others are important. Fear-based says, “You’re not.” Hope-based is Christcentered. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me,” (Philippians 4:13, LDS. org, 2014). Fear-based is adversarycentered. “It’s not going to work.” “I’m a failure.” “You’re a failure.” Hope-based is treating people right regardless. For instance, including the girls who normally sit on the bench in the example above would have been a hope-based move. Fear-based is exactly what happened though, some of the team was excluded. Essentially, telling them, “You don’t matter and count.” See, fearbased doesn’t care. Hope-based is two-way communication and unselfish. Fear-based is one-way and selfish. Hope-based is optimism. Fear-based is despair.
As you evaluate your life today, ask yourself if you’re living a hope-based or fearbased life in your thoughts, words, actions, and motives. And when you think of how you’re treating those in your spear of influence, evaluate if it’s hope-based or fear-based. My guess, if you’re not hopebased already, especially if you’re not getting the results you desire, with yourself and others, it’s time to make a change. But before you can be hope-based to another, you first need to be hope-based to yourself. According to Richardson (2007), “Unfortunately, many... today continue to carry the burden of past sins because they refuse to forgive themselves. Satan tempts [you] to judge [yourself] harshly and to believe you don’t deserve to be forgiven, even when the Lord is willing to forgive [you].” So in order to be hopebased, you need to first forgive you. After that, you can forgive anyone (even if it’s not overnight). The more hope-based your thoughts, words, actions, and motives become, the more you will like you and the more others will too. I can’t think of anything more exciting, can you? Cynthia Kimball is a speaker and trainer through her company Every1Counts, LLC, and a doctoral student in Curriculum and Instruction. She sometimes writes for Deseret Connect. E-mail: kimball@every1counts.net
Wills, Trusts, and More Providing for Your Pets by Jeffery J. McKenna Many people have pets that they are devoted and attached to. Perhaps you are concerned about what would happen to your pets if you were no longer able to take care of them. Below are answers to the most commonly asked questions. Can I provide for my pets if I am unable to take care of them? Yes, you can. This applies to any domestic animal. The law allows you to choose a caretaker for your pets. If you become sick or disabled, you should designate the custody and care of your pets to a friend or relative until your health improves. You do this by writing a note or a document that authorizes someone to care for your pets in your absence. You can also include directions for the care of your pets in your will or trust. Before you name someone as caretaker for your pets, you should discuss it with them to make sure that they are willing to take the responsibility. Can I provide financially for my pets during my illness or disability, or after my death? Yes. During any sickness or injury, the person who is handling your financial affairs can also be given the power
to provide for your pets. You may provide funds to your caretaker for food, supplies and veterinary care. A lump sum distribution can be provided to the caretaker after your death. If you have a trust, certain provisions can be included to empower the trustee(s) to assist in your animal’s care. Funds can be given to the caretaker specifically for pet care. Can I create a trust just for my pets? Yes, the use of trusts is allowed to provide for the care of an animal. You can set forth your wishes for a caretaker of your choice, and direct how funds may be spent. You can provide that in special circumstances, such as an illness or emergency, your pet caretaker can spend additional funds. If I can’t find a caretaker, can I name a humane society or animal shelter? Yes. A cash gift along with the designation of the shelter of your choice may be appropriate and could result in a longer adoption period for your pets. You may wish to state your wishes as to the new home for your pets including pet names, and any special needs. Gifts to shelters or an animal sanctuary of your choice are considered charitable donations and can
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bring tax savings. What else can I do to protect the pets I love? You could carry a note in your purse or wallet explaining that you have pets at home that depend on you. List their names, what kind of pet and what care they need. You may wish to include the name and phone number of a friend or relative who can gain legal access to your home or yard. In conclusion, your estate planning can entail issues related to the care of a pet. Pets can be a very important part of one’s life. If your pets are very important to you, do not neglect to plan for them when considering your estate planning affairs. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna, and Olmstead with offices in St. George and Mesquite. He is a past President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, you can contact him at 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@ barney-mckenna.com.
January 30, 2014
tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!! How Did You Fix It?
It seemed that all our appliances had broken in the same week and repairs were straining our budget. So when I picked up the kids from school and our Jeep started making rattling sounds, I decided that rather than burden my husband, I’d deal with it. I hadn’t reckoned on my little tattletales, however. They rushed into the house with the news: “Daddy, the Jeep was breaking down, but Mom made the noise stop!” Impressed, my husband asked, “How did you fix it?” “I turned up the volume on the radio,” I confessed.
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My wife and her friend were talking about their laborsaving devices as they pulled into our driveway. Her friend said, “I love my new garage door opener.” “I love mine too,” my wife replied, and honked the horn three times. That was the signal for me to come out and open the garage door.
Overweight
Although I was only a few pounds overweight, my wife was harping on me to diet. One evening we took a brisk walk downtown, and I surprised her by jumping over a parking meter, leapfrog style. Pleased with myself, I said, “How many fat men do you know who can do that?” “One,” she retorted.
Satellite Dish
When Dad’s satellite dish conked out, I found him on the phone with the help desk. The television set was pulled away from the wall, and he was staring at the mass of tangled wires that were spilling out the back of it. He looked absolutely overwhelmed. “Tell you what I’m going to do,” he said to the technician. “I’m going to hang up now, go to college for a couple of years, and then call you back.”
Reimbursement Check
Having driven members of the girls’ volleyball team to an out-of-town game, I was waiting for my daughter’s high school to reimburse me for the gas. Days passed, until one afternoon I found shreds of paper in the washing machine after doing the laundry. Looking closely, I saw it had been a check. When asked, my daughter realized she’d forgotten to give it to me, and reluctantly agreed to go to the office and explain what had happened. They issued another check, placed in a zip-top bag with a note: “Please leave in bag when washing.”
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AG MARKET NEWS Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday, January 21, 2013 Receipts: 1,655. Last Week: 1,629. Last Year: 1,802. Feeder Steers: wts under 700 lbs 6.008.00 higher; over 700 lbs 4.005.00 higher; Feeder Heifers: wts under 550 lbs 1.00-2.00 higher; wts over 550 lbs 5.00-6.00 higher. Holstein Steers: to few for comparison. Slaughter Cows: firm. Slaughter Bulls: firm to 1.00 higher. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs pkg 200.00; 300-350 lbs 223.00235.00; 350-400 lbs 205.00222.00, pkg 228.00; 400-450 lbs 207.00-230.00; 450-500 lbs 173.00-192.00; 500-550 lbs 170.00-190.00, pkg 199.00; 550-600 lbs 174.00-190.00, pkg 194.00; 600-650 lbs 167.00179.50, pkg 186.00; 650-700 lbs 158.00-174.00; 700-750 lbs 159.50-170.00; 750-800 lbs 149.50-165.75; 800-850 lbs 153.00-159.25. 850-900 lbs 142.00-152.50; 900-950 lbs pkg 154.00; 950-1000 lbs scarce. Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200-300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs 95.00-108.00; 700900 lbs pkg 89.00; 900-1100 lbs scarce. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs pkg 191; 300-350 lbs scarce; 350400 lbs 168.00-180.50, pkg 209.00; 400-450 lbs 176.00191.00, pkg 201.00; 450-500 lbs 172.00-181.00; 500-550 lbs 157.00-174.00; 550-600 lbs 168.50-181.00; 600-650 lbs 157.00-174.00; 650-700 lbs 152.00-166.00; 700-750 lbs 145.00-158.00; 750-800 lbs 141.00-154.75; 800-850 lbs 146.00-153.50; 850-900 lbs 143.25-145.25; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs scarce. Heiferettes: 54.00-113.00. Stock Cows: scarce. Slaughter Cows: Boning 8090% Lean: 77.75-82.00, High Dressing to 84.50; Breaking 7580% Lean: 75.00-83.75, high dressing to 86.00; 85-90% Lean: 63.50-72.25. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs 84.50-89.25; 1500-2545 lbs 91.00-97.50, high dressing 101.75; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs 68.5079.50; 1500-2060 lbs 75.5090.25; Feeder Bulls: 745-1200 lbs 82.50-107.00. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News , Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)
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Sports Wayne Sports This Week
PHS Sports Sidelines by Mack Oetting
The Bob Cats Cheerleaders Bring Home the Gold From State If you were wondering what the sirens were last Saturday evening, it was the Cheerleaders coming back with their second State Championship. These 14 girls put a lot of work in their routines, all of those lifts, are a bit scary. I know many a parent that comes just to see the cheerleaders as they get the crowds in to the action. Another big week for the Bobcats, moving up the rankings to 2nd place, behind Rich. Wednesday was Homecoming what a fun evening, in a game against Bryce Valley. What a big crowd, people in the upper stands and it looked like the student body seating was filled and they were having fun. The Cheerleaders were in outfits from the past and if you didn’t recognize some of the cheerleaders they were the Lady Cats BB players. The evening got going with a great National Anthem, I couldn’t see who was singing, it was second grader, Jeron Henrie belting out the song, I have never heard it sung any better, what talent! In the game the Cats prevailed with a score of 63-32 and Tyce Barney had a monster night with a double, double scoring 26 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, Chance Campbell continues shooting
the lights out with three more three pointers. On Friday night the Cats traveled down to Piute and before another large crowd the Cats won again in an excellently played game on both sides, 61 to 55. It is good to see two teams playing for the lead in region 20. This was a team effort with freshman Trey Barney finishing high point with 17, Tyce 14 and Chance again with the hot hand with 4 3 pointers and 12 points. Piute dropped to third in the ranking and Cats will meet up with the Thunderbirds on our Court on Feb. 20, put it on your calendar. Jan 30 the Cats go out to Milford and then to the always tough Wayne Badgers on Feb 1. Wed. 5th the Diamond Ranch team will here, Diamond played a good game against the Bob Cats on their home turf. The Lady Cats traveled over to the always tough Wayne Badgers and in one of the closest games of the year the Cats came out on top 62 to 47. This again was a team win with a final score of 62 to 47. Whittni Orton had a lot of breakaways scoring and had a couple of 3 pointers and finished with a career high of 22 points, boy is she fast and good. Chesney finished with 15 and Taylor had
3 more 3 pointers for 11 points. The Lady Cats just keep getting better and are still ranked 1st, with Piute, 3rd and Wayne in 5th. The Ladies have two more away games, @ Escalante on the 29th and @ Bryce Valley on Friday 31st. Next week is the big last home game against Piute and it is on Tuesday the 4th of Feb. put it on your calendar. The Lady Cats have one more away game against Valley on the 6th. Then Region starts @ Canyon View on Feb 12th. The Bobcat tough guys(wrestlers) homecoming match was against Wayne and they pushed their way to a 48 to 36 victory. The Badgers are the Cats main competition in Region 20 and it is good to come out on top. As with the Ladies Cats the wrestling season is almost to an end, on the 29th the Beaver, Beavers come here and this will the last home match of the year. One last match at Piute will be the next night on the 30th, and one last tournament at Enterprise on Jan. 31 and Feb 1st. Then they start Region at Wayne on Feb. 8. They are combining Region’s 19 and 20 and the Cats will meet up with the State favorite Monticello and finally State will be at the Maverick Center in SLC.
by Maggie Ellett and Bethany Lamb
Basketball and Wrestling... This week, on Thursday, the boys basketball played Diamond ranch and won in an awesome game of 78-56. They then played Bryce Valley on Friday and lost by 3 in a close game. They all played very well. The wrestling team went to Escalante on Tuesday and wrestled the Bryce valley and Escalante wrestling teams. They won, and everyone wrestled hard. Then they went to Panguitch on Thursday, it was Panguitch’s senior night, and lost in a close dual of 48-36. Way to wrestle boys! The girls’ basketball team played two games this week.
On Thursday they played the Panguitch Bobcats at home. They lost, but played well. On Saturday they played the Milford Tigers at home as well. It was a really good game to watch and the Lady Badgers got the win with a score of 51 to 40. This week, they play the Piute Thunderbirds in Piute on Wednesday, the 29th, and the JV team plays Diamond Ranch here on Friday, the 31st. Good job ladies, and good luck with your upcoming games! This coming week, the boys have a basketball game with Valley at Wayne High School on Thursday, the 30th,
Bryce Valley Sports
UPCOMING EVENTS inBryce Valley . . **BBB @ Diamond Ranch WhenThursday, Jan 30 **Wrestling - Enterprise Tournament When Jan 31 – Feb 1 **GBB Panguitch @ BV When Friday, Jan 31 **BBB Escalante @ BV When Saturday, Feb 1 **GBB @ Wayne WhenTuesday, Feb 4 **BBB Piute @ BV WhenWednesday, Feb 5 **GBB Milford @ BV WhenThursday, Feb 6 **BBB @ Valley WhenFriday, Feb 7 **Wrestling Divisional Tournament TBA When Saturday, Feb 8
and another one with Panguitch on Saturday, the 1st of February, again at the high school. The wrestlers will be having their senior night on Tuesday, the 28th, with South Sevier. The girls play the Piute Thunderbirds in Piute on Wednesday, the 29th, and the JV team plays Diamond Ranch here on Friday, the 31st. It looks like it is going to be a busy week, so stop by and check in on our badgers. Good luck to everyone! Maggie Ellett and Bethany Lamb are seniors at Wayne High School.
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BRYCE VALLEY HS NEWS WRESTLING. . .Wrestled in Wayne on Tuesday and the boys did well. Piute on Thursday at home. They boys are doing good. Kanab at BV and a tournament in Enterprise on Friday and Saturday. BOYS BASKETBALL. . .Lost to Panguitch on Wednesday in Panguitch. Won against Wayne at home on Friday. They play Diamond Ranch on Thursday and Escalante at home on Saturday. GIRLS BASKETBALL. . .Played Piute at BV on Saturday. Lost JV game by 1 point and also lost the varsity. Thursday play Escalante at Escalante and won both games. Wednesday we play Valley at Valley and Friday play Panguitch at home in Tropic. BANTAM BALL. . .5th and 6th played Piute and Wayne County. Boys played well. 7th and 8th played Wayne and Piute. They won two and lost two and did a good job of playing in Panguitch on Saturday. Next Saturday they will all play in Kanab. 3rd-4th girls...and boys. They play against their own teams, girls against girls and boys against boys.
Wayne Athletes of the Week by Lisa Stevens
BELOW: Birthday girl, Rebekah Rasmussen, helped lead her team to a twelve point win over the Milford Tigers on Saturday, January 25. Rebekah scored 16 points and was chosen as "Athlete of the Week."
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ABOVE: Senior Rhett Blackburn played a great game on Wednesday, January 22 against Diamond Ranch Academy, scoring 12 points and helping his team defeat the Diamond Backs 78 to 57, earning him the “Athlete of the Game” from his coaches. Marc Simmons was chosen as “Athlete of the Game” for scoring 14 points in Friday night’s match up against the Bryce Valley mustangs.
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WAYNE WRESTLING Badger wrestlers had a busy week; Tava’e Pei was chosen as “Athlete of the Meet” for the Milford tournament. Tava’e worked hard and had an outstanding tourney taking second in his weight class. Kehl Bradbury was chosen as “Athlete of the Meet” for the Panguitch dual. He has worked extremely hard this year and pinned his opponent in the first round; Kehl is looking tough and ready for Region. —Lisa Stevens
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obituaries Ann M. Heaps 1927 - 2014 TEASDALE - On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. we lost our beloved mother, Ann Maxfield Heaps. She passed away at the home of her daughter in Herriman, Utah. Ann was born August 13, 1927, a daughter of, and the youngest of eight children born to Nathan Grant and Delta Okerlund Maxfield, in Lyman, Utah. Her mother taught her to embroider, quilt, cook and become a strong and sufficient woman, traits that she passed on to her children. Ann was sealed to the love of her life, William Lell Heaps, June 5, 1951 in the Manti LDS Temple for time and all Eternity. Together they raised a family of seven children. She was a dedicated member of the LDS Church. She supported Lell in his building missions for the Church, served as a Primary President and Young Women’s President. She was an amazing mother, unselfish, loving and hard working. She had a wonderful sense of humor. Her children loved making her laugh. Ann’s most important role was that of Mother. She took loving care of our Dad in his final years and they were constant companions for 54 years. Lell passed away July 26, 2005. Mom is survived by her children: Cindy and Al Medina of Chatsworth, California; Beverly and Bryant Davis of High Point, North Carolina; Karen and Paul Cloward of Herriman, Utah; LaWanda Heaps of Riverton, Utah; Bryan Heaps of Mancelona, Michigan; Loralee and Jim Darden of Austin, Texas; 15 grandchildren, who will truly miss her presence; brother and sisters: Ole Maxfield of Salt Lake City; Etta Nelson, LaRee and Clifford Olsen, all of Loa. She was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Lell Heaps; her parents; two brothers, Nathan Doyle Maxfield and Grant LaMar Maxfield; and two sisters, Erma Chappell and LaVee McKinlay. The family would like to thank Intermountain Hospice, especially Suzie and Bonnie, for the loving care they provided for Mom. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. in the Torrey LDS Ward Chapel, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 11:00 to 12:30 prior to the services. Burial will be in the Teasdale Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com
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As Is Hanksville, Giles, Blue Valley, and Caineville all have a lot in common in that geologically they are physically set a part from the rest of Wayne County by a natural barrier in what is now called Capitol Reef National Park. I can’t think of Caineville without hearing Joni Taft’s voice describing a movie Al Adamson made about Caineville in the in sixties. To hear Joni say Caineville in a drawn out Orwellian voice brings to mind scenes of old wooden gates swinging in the wind and late fall leaves blowing through an abandoned eerie graveyard. Scenes like you would imagine the dust bowl days in the 30’s would look like. And like Caineville I can’t even say Hanksville without thinking of Barbra Ekker. To me Barbra will forever be synonymous with the most eastern settlement in Wayne County, without a doubt. Never to be forgotten is Barbra Ekker, Ms. Hanksville, the belle of the ball, the very essence of all things Wayne County, independent, and an outspoken fabric of earth as we will ever know, (except for maybe Jack King). Back in the days when Barbra Ekker migrated to Hanksville from her childhood home in Green River, southern Utah’s county lines were a blurred line in the sand that nobody paid much attention to. In the desert north of Hanksville there were no real distinguishing geological features that defined one county from another, and there was many a cowboy that on any given day the front of his horse might have grazed in one county and pooped in another and neither horse or rider knew any better. To get a true sense of what life was like in and around Hanksville nobody said it better than Pearl Baker in her book “Robbers Roost Recollections.” It was and still is a rough life, but there isn’t a town in the Southwest more intriguing to me than Hanksville. In Miriam Murphy’s book “A History of Wayne County” she describes Hanksville in clinical terms, and to me there is nothing personal in her book about what life in Hanksville was or is like. Hanksville, in rural Wayne County, represents the ruggedness of the American Southwest that the Utah pioneers had to conquer to prevail and there is nothing clinical about it, it is just plain and simply rough. In 1881 A.K. Thurber was the President of the Sevier LDS
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Hanksville
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Stake (of which Wayne County was then part of) when he first ran into Ebenezer Hanks. Hanks was a rugged Mormon frontiersman “always on the move” but “wanted to find a place where he could make a permanent home.” Thurber knew just the place, a beautiful valley on the Fremont River north of the Henry Mountains where there was plenty of grass for cattle. As debatable as it might seem Hanksville actually owes much of its settlement credit to the adventurous Albert K. Thurber along with the assistance of Ebenzer Hanks. It was A. K. Thurber that negotiated the 1873 treaty with the Indians and to the eventual dismay of the Indians A.K. and Ebenezer began to run the some of the first cattle in the Hanksville area. And as history would have it, Hanksville was born. The story of Hanksville’s history would not be complete without knowing just how Beaver, Piute and Wayne County are intimately and forever connected. In 1850, when congress created the Utah Territory, six so-called counties already existed, five of which were along the Wasatch front and another irregular shaped one that was called Iron County. Brother Brigham had wasted no time. In the Wayne County book of Genesis it states that the Utah State Legislature created Beaver County by simply placing a lumberyard yardstick on the Utah territorial map and drawing two parallel latitudinal lines. The resulting lines that dissected the area on the territorial map was much like the action the infamous Teasdale quilter Barbra Pace or her
sisters would do to a piece of fabric and thus Beaver County came to be. By 1865, the valley between the Tushars and the high plateaus was being settled by white settlers faster than a Pony Express rider could deliver the mail, much less find all of them to do so. As the population began to grow exponentially in the large swath of Beaver County east of the Tushars, the arduous task of traveling some times weeks back and forth to the Beaver County Seat to record deeds or pay penance to the court, a noticeable rumbling began taking place among the populace for local governance. Thus, in 1865 Beaver County, in a moment of celestial clarification, probably provided by powers that be in Salt Lake, eventually succumbed and thus beget Piute County. As if ordained, ten years later, the first settlers and live stock would slowly make their way into eastern Piute County and begin to wear out their boots in the fertile soil of what was and still today is called Rabbit Valley. Exactly when the growing communities of Fremont, Loa, Thurber, Teasdale, Torrey and Hanksville, in eastern Piute County began to envision a county of their own is as unclear as the Fremont River after a thunderstorm. But my guess would be it had something to do with a bad call at a basketball game—just my opinion. After all, the early records of those days were lost in a fire at the Piute County Court house and there isn’t anyone still around that remembers much about what really happened, so it is open range on what really transpired, so for now I will just stick to my basketball rivalry theory.
In a nutshell and despite the opposition, the residents of eastern Piute County would eventually win the battle to form their own county and an action by the Utah legislature moved ahead at rather a rapid rate. On February 3rd 1892 Representative Charles Adams of Parowan presented a petition signed by George Chappell and two hundred others, residents of the eastern part of Piute County, asking for the creation of a new county. On February 29th Charles Adams introduced “An Act to create the county of Wayne and the appointment of officers, etc.” On March 4th the Committee on Counties recommended passage of the amended bill and Adams moved that the bill be made a special order on Monday the 7th. His motion was voted down. At 11:05 a.m., during the third reading of the bill, some legislators wanted a recess in order to look at the maps of the area. After the third meeting was completed, sixteen House members voted for the passage of the bill, one voted no, and five were absent. On March 9th the Senate passed the measure as well. On the March 10th, the last day of the session, the bill was enrolled, officially recorded and signed by the Speaker of the House and President of the Council. Soon Governor Arthur L. Thomas would sign the act, and Wayne County’s creation would be official. And now you know why any Wayne game against Piute is so full of passion. References: Barbra Ekker; Pearl Baker, Robbers Roost Recollections;Miriam Murphy, A History of Wayne County (read Rainbow Views instead)
Bryce Valley Area News by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com The Bryce Valley Girl Scout Troops are selling girl scout cookies. They are selling them throughout Garfield, and Piute Counties. If you have not had any contact and would be interested in getting some of these yummy cookies call Ginny Dunham at 616-7203 until Feb. 8th. They cost $3.50 a box and there is a wide variety including all of your favorites. There will be a fund raiser bake sale at the BVHS game on Friday night for Logann Eager. Please donate goodies and come out and support it! Also, everyone is encouraged to wear pink. Donations to the Eagar family can be made at the State Bank of Southern Utah. There will also be t-shirts for sell at this game to help with the fund raising. Your help is greatly appreciated. Coming weddings are Barbie Le Fevre and Tracy Feltner, Dayne Shakespear and soon Kaden Pollock. All are getting married around the 14th of February. Congratulations to all of you. We wish Jim Walsted a speedy recovery. He seems to be in for a long haul of it and we want him to know we are thinking about him. We also want Sheree to know we love her and hope she is feeling bet-
ter herself. Berkley and Susan Thompson are home from their travels to South Africa. Susan said it was great and the people there are so friendly, respectful and sweet. Everyone they met was just great. They also got to spend some time with their grandchildren and their parents on the southern coast of the United States. The Jean Seiler family spoke in Tropic today and had daughter Amy, her husband Ben and their children here to support them. Friday January 31st the young Men will be having a swimming activity. Time to be announced. Ben and Laura Cox from Panguitch spoke in Cannonville. They talked about making choices. Being responsible for the consequences. Laura played a musical number on the piano. “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”. Marshall and Aubrey Thompson had a beautiful new baby girl. They named her Lily and she joins two brothers and a sister at home in Cannonville. Grandparents in Cannonville are Joe and Trish Thompson. We wish Sarah Sorensen the best of luck with her health
right now. We are still thinking of you Sarah with love and prayers. Cliff Mathews President, Ken Platt first Counselor, and Daniel Rose second counselor were the speakers in Henrieville. Doyle Neilson also spoke and he is the secretary. They are the new High Priest Quorum leaders. Shauna Mortensen and Collette Mathews played a piano and organ duet. It was a beautiful arrangement of “Love at Home”. Cary Clark was honored by being the candidate for the “Wall of Fame”. Cary was a graduate of Bryce Valley High School a few years ago and lives in Connecticut with his wife Cindy and their children. Congratulations to you Cary. He works for Morgan Stanley
as an Executive Director of Commodities of Power, Gas and Risk Management. Cary came out to give a talk to the students at Bryce Valley High School on Friday and was honored at the Homecoming Game on Friday Night. Cary is the son of Steve and VerJean Clark of Cannonville. We send get well wishes out to Mate Baugh who is recovering from Open Heart Surgery in St. George. Enjoy a little rest before coming back home to the four wheeler Mate. We miss seeing you go down the highway everyday as you go to check on your fields. Have a great week and stay well. Valentines Day is coming so remember your loved ones. Please call or email your news to me. Thanks VS.
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Chicken fried steak 4oz., potatoes & gravy, country blend vegetables, peaches & lemon pudding Tomato mac 4 oz., green salad, pears & apple turnover Hamburgers 4oz., w/lettuce, tomato, onion, green beans, fried potatoes, apples & yellow cake
Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 Suggested donation is $3 for seniors and $7 for those under 60 years of age.
January 30, 2014
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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com The weather has fallen back in the same pattern as the last few years. Cold at night, warm during the day, “if you can call 40 and 50 degrees warm” and this has been going on for five or six years. Since the lake was drained we have gotten very little moisture during the winter months. The snow that we have came on one day, about 8” of the white stuff, but less than one inch of moisture, with the cold at night the ground is frozen and it is not going away. Talking to a friend up at the lake, who said that they got less snow than we
did, but he felt that the lake was coming up, from the water in the streams. The LDS Church in our area is going to fast and pray for moisture on February 2nd. We have been blessed with a lot of rain in July, August and September, from the Monsoons that has saved our bacon, when the winter didn’t do its thing. Last year was the hottest year on record, world wide. What is scary is that it was up 3 ½ degrees warmer than ever before. You might want to start saving on your water use. Panguitch has some of
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87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $3.00 60 & older, $7.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot. Tues. Feb. 4th Fish French fries Cole slaw Peaches Cake
Wed. Feb. 5th Hamburger steak w/ onions Potatoes & gravy Mixed vegetables Fruit salad Cookie
Thurs. Feb. 6th Oven fried chicken Creamed potatoes & peas Jell-o salad Peaches
Meals include milk & bread. NOTE: PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND CALL AHEAD. The kitchen staff work diligently to prepare a good dinner, and a head count helps them prepare enough for everyone.
the best water anywhere; drink it instead of buying it in the store. Some states have banned the use of plastic containers; it takes up to 20 years for them to dissolve. We have had a number of Veterans pass away this winter. All Veterans are eligible for a head stone or grave marker. Veterans, with active duty, Retired Reservist and National Guard can get an inscribed headstone. The VA will deliver a headstone or marker at no cost, anywhere in the world. Flat markers are available in bonze, granite or marble. Upright headstones are in granite or marble. To check the status call (1-800-697-6947). To apply for a headstone or marker for a private cemetery mail a completed VA Form 401330 (available at http://www va.gov/ vaforms’va/pdf/401330.pdf). Inscription: Must be inscribed with the name of the deceased, branch of service, and year of birth and death. They also may be inscribed with other markings, including rank, war service such as WW11, military awards. I have a copy of Veterans benefits booklet and if you have any questions on what benefits that
you qualify for as a Veteran, give me a call (676-2418) I will attempt to get one of these booklets for each Veteran in our area and give them out at the American Legion Veterans dinner. Our many thanks to David Etter for his service as the Panguitch and Hatch American Legions Adjutant. Dave did a lot in bringing the books up to date. LaMonte Olsen is the new Adjutant and will be in charge of keeping the Legion a float. A number of our folks are in Aspen for the X Games, driving buses for the crowds. The buses are from out at the Bryce Canyon Park and usually carry about 40 riders and they stuff about 75 poor souls from the events. When you are moving 40,000 fans, it’s what you have to do. Sounds like fun. The show that is put on in these four day are unbelievable, snowmobiles, snowboards, skis, how do you practice these things? However the drivers get tickets, but the 12 hour days, doesn’t allow much viewing. They will be home by the next issues, ask them how much fun they had. All is well, do not worry! Mack O.
Escalante Essentials by Jean Bramble
City Council Meeting Escalante City Council meetings have shown a trend toward increased attendance. The meeting that convened on the 21st of January was no exception. Clearly, more people are taking an interest in how things are going in the city. At this meeting, however, nobody chose to make personal comments. There was no active business in Planning and Zoning. The mayor assigned Vickie Schulkoski as an alternate for Stephanie Steed when Stephanie is unable to record P&Z meetings. Similarly, council member Louise Barnes will serve in lieu of Greg Hughes, the council liaison to P&Z when Mr. Hughes is absent. Sheriff Dan Perkins spoke to the Council. Sheriff Perkins delivers a yearly update to each City Council in Garfield County. That the city police officer, Justin Christensen, is leaving our community to return to his home in Santaquin was a concern that Mr. Perkins seemed eager to address. He stated that citizens should know that Jared Dunton (Deputy Sherriff) is in the vicinity and can be contacted directly. Mayor Taylor suggested a two-week job posting for Officer Christensen’s position. He will establish a panel including Barry Huntington, Esq. and Dan Perkins to interview candidates. Perkins encouraged an effort to hire a Garfield County resident, even if he/she is not certified. (The City would need to cover the job candidate’s housing and salary while they worked to complete their certification. This process takes 14 to 18 weeks). In the Sheriff’s experience, sometimes a candidate who is early in his/ her career will seek a job in a rural area in order to fast track his/her career. After a few years, the candidate will seek a higher paying opportunity in a more urban area. “Don’t get in a hurry [to hire]” said Perkins “[The Sheriff’s Department] is not going to abandon you.” Mr. Perkins spoke of several other issues. He is hoping to hire one additional person to supervise the road crew. With the supervision of two officers, incarcerated individuals can do county work such as painting public facilities, etc. His department will help out in this year’s Escalante Marathon as well as the Tour of Utah. 2013 presented itself as the busiest year in the last twenty-eight years for the Sheriff’s Department on the Monument. There were five fatalities secondary to heat stroke. The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is “kickin’” the county budget. Each heli-
copter search on the Monument costs about $150,000. Annual disclosure statements were elicited from the Mayor and City Council. This process is required by law and was brief. The mayor is the owner of J.T. Steel. Mrs. Barnes is part owner of The People’s Exchange. Guy Graham is a contractor for Earth Fax Engineering. Mr. Hughes and Mrs. Torgerson are employed at Turnabout Ranch and by Garfield County, respectively. Mayor Taylor announced his assignments to insure that in his absence and in the case of emergency, Escalante City government would not fail. Council Guy Graham will be the mayor pro tem in such an emergency. Should Mr. Graham be unavailable, Mrs. Louise Barnes will take the position followed, if necessary, by Mr. Greg Allen. The Rural Water Association of Utah is holding its annual St. George conference from February 25th to the 28th. The mission of the association is “… to provide professional training, support services and representation for water and wastewater members to help enhance the quality of services to their customers.” This year, the city will be sending Guy Graham, Blaine Porter and Darryl Griffin to the conference at the cost of just over $300.00 each. Attendance at the conference is required and helps the attendees with mandated certification. There were no Departmental Reports. Mayor Taylor discussed a number of subjects including his intent to hold a joint training meeting for the members of the City Council and for members of Planning and Zoning. Jared Woolsey, the building inspector for the county, has been doing building inspections for Escalante. The city appears, now, to be in need of its own zoning administrator. Feasibility in having such a position will be explored. Watch for further information regarding this subject. The mayor went on to describe a gentleman who visited Mayor Taylor’s home and suggested that he make a visit to Rifle, Colorado. Rifle is located in Garfield County, Colorado. As a result, the mayor went to Rifle accompanied by his wife, Monica, and by Councilwoman Barnes and her husband, Larry. The Escalante contingent visited with many members of the Colorado community, representing both pro- and anti-fossil fuel development. Mayor Taylor stated that the visit was “an eye opener for me.” County officials were described as being “all pro oil” as there are now $136 mil-
lion dollars in county reserves. A new hospital and schools were constructed. A nearly “fisticuffs” interaction between two Rifle area residents made an impression on Mr. Taylor. The “down side” according to our mayor was that there is a need to “monitor and be prepared” should oil development arrive in our area. It is important “to insure that no oil company will take advantage” [of us] and to “make sure you have a good, open relationship” [with the oil companies] said the mayor. After well over a decade of fossil fuel extraction in northwest Colorado, those in Rifle were consistent in their advice that Mayor Taylor and Garfield County, Utah, residents be prepared and be certain that a baseline study, particularly on air and water quality, is completed prior to any oil or gas development taking place. “We will do that,” said Mayor Taylor. While in Colorado, Mr. Taylor was scheduled to speak to a meeting of AGNC, (Associated Governments of Northern Colorado), a group of counties and municipalities which successfully initiated a law suit to overturn the State of Colorado’s push to replace aging coal-fire plants with new natural gas facilities. This, the Clean AirClean Jobs Act plan approved by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission, sought to decrease Front Range air pollution. Mrs. Barnes, council member in charge of streets, described her intent to start working on potholes that are dry enough to patch. Not all potholes currently meet that criterion, however. Following up on Mayor Taylor’s description of the Rifle trip, Councilwoman Barnes emphasized that city coffers did not fund the trip. She described the trip as entirely funded by the Taylor and Barnes families. Baseline air and water studies should be done, but the cost of such studies is unknown. Escalante resident Jana Richman has been asked to make contact with people at the University of Utah in order to locate appropriate resources
for such an effort. Mrs. Barnes doubts that the city of Escalante can pay for such research. In addition, Garfield County commissioners will be essential in these processes. Both mayor and councilwoman found “all the people in Rifle [to be] helpful and forthcoming.” Mrs. Torgerson reported on an open door that was discovered in the rear of the Community Center. Police and other officials did not ascertain evidence of theft or vandalism. Doorway repair will begin but repair will be expensive, reported the councilwoman. Before going into executive session, Mayor Taylor stated that as the community starts to grow, we need a master plan. As we step into the future, we should insure that Escalante develops the way we want it to go. Dogs City employee Vickie Schulkoski has been dedicated. For a number of years she has organized an annual “shoot ‘em, license and data base ‘em” clinic held in the space to the rear of the city offices. A veterinarian is available to provide distemper and rabies inoculations. With proof of current rabies vaccination, city residents simply move to a separate table to purchase a license for their dog(s). Easy Peasy. This year, a dog database is being established to assist in doggie identification and canine legal enforcement. Dog licenses are needed for all dogs and are Due in.January. Cost is $5.00 for the license. (The veterinary fee is separate. Depending on the serum used, an inoculation is good for 2 or 3 years.) If you missed the announcement on the Moqui marquee this year, please remember to watch for the announcement next year or call the City at 826-4644. This column may also provide notice. The price of a ticket for an unlicensed dog has gone up. Shots and licenses are much less expensive than a ticket. If you have a canine friend or working partner, licenses continue to be available at the city offices as long as you provide proof of a current rabies vaccination.
Escalante Senior Citizens Menu Tues. Feb. 4th Biscuits Sausage gravy Eggs Hashbrowns Stewed tomatoes Peaches Oatmeal cookie
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Wed. Feb. 5th Donna’s chicken dressing casserole Green salad Mixed fruit Cherry crumble
Thurs. Feb. 6th Potato bar Chili Ham Broccoli Breadsticks Pears Caramel pudding cake
All meals are served with milk or juice. If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00 am. 826-4317. Suggested donation for seniors over 60 $3.00, and under 60 is $7.00
Heidi Baldwin
PANGUITCH - Heidi Moore Baldwin, 50, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and dear friend, passed away January 23, 2014 in Panguitch. She was born September 8, 1963 in Panguitch, to Elijah D and Shauna Lee Bay Moore. She married Scott L Baldwin, December 31, 1980, Beaver, later divorced. Heidi loved her kids, grandchildren, people, rock and roll music, swimming, being outdoors, autumn, cooking, and spending time with dear friends. Everyone who knew Heidi loved her. She had an unforgettable laugh that could touch anyone’s heart. She lived life to its fullest. She believed you should live the life you love and love the life you live. This world is a better place because of her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. We love you Mom! Heidi is survived by her children: Brandy (Chris) Burns, Lisa Baldwin, Troy Johnson; grandchildren: Ruger Burns, Miley Burns; father; and brother, Gregory Moore. Preceded in death by mother; brother, Dewey Moore. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 31, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Panguitch 1st LDS Ward Chapel, 550 South 100 West, where friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Panguitch Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www. maglebymortuary.com
Kenneth “Sonny” King
ANTIMONY - Our loving family patriarch, Kenneth “Sonny” Gates King, 82, joyfully reunited with his eternal sweetheart, Maxine, on January 26, 2014, in Antimony, after 27 years. Sonny was born on March 14, 1931, in Richfield to Lyman and Stella King. He was the eighth of nine children. His summers as a youth in Antimony planted deep roots for a lifetime rich in cowboy heritage. Sonny married his high school sweetheart, Maxine Anderson. They were later sealed in the St. George LDS Temple. She preceded him in death, October 7, 1986. They were blessed with four children, Kerry (Rannelle) King, Fairview; Sunnie (Bart) Brown, Fayette; Kasey (Heidi) King, Antimony; Kenny (Suzee) King, Midvale; 19 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Dad’s greatest joy was his family. Grandpa will be most remembered for the King Christmas Party and the Labor Day Campout. Sonny was so proud of his posterity of 74 with two more arriving this year. He will be greatly missed by all. Sonny served in the Navy and on the Antimony Town Board. He was a cattle rancher and farmer right to the end. He was awarded the ‘Local Cowboy of the Year’ Award in 2010. He was very proud to carry on the tradition of his fathers by farming the original homestead in Antimony. Cattle drives, hunting, Dutch-oven cooking and wonderful times with many, many friends are cherished memories. He is survived by his children; sisters, Ruth (Bruce) Morgan, Ventura, CA, and Sheren Kimball, Camarillo, CA; brothers and sisters-in law, Garth Hawley, Annabella; Valeria King, Antimony; Virginia Jensen, Claremont, CA; and Tim (Sharon) Anderson, Sigurd; and foster son, Burton Damon. Also preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Ronald King, Della Petersen Washburn, Faye Neilsen, Eugene King, Eva Andersen and Clyda Deneke. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Antimony LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call Friday, from 6-8 p.m. at the Magleby Mortuary, Richfield and Saturday at the ward chapel from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Antimony Cemetery with military rites by the V.F.W. Piute Post #7561. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
Song and Dance Time
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January 21, 2014
One morning, a couple of weeks ago, While drinking my morning cup, I observed, up in the South pasture, An half-growed coyote pup, Trotting East, all by hisself, Headin’ for who knows where, Then, all of a sudden, just like magic, A herd of turkeys was there. Eighteen there was, all over the place. That pup was clean surrounded. I seen his ears drop down and back When his alarm bell sounded. I’m sure that he considered tryin’ To grab one out of that flock. I’m also sure those big old gobblers Would have cleaned his clock. I think he made the sanest choice That a loner could decide. Don’t get caught in a gang-fight When there’s only one on your side.
by Ray Conrad
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LEGAL NOTICES accepting bids For Irrigation water The Town of Hatch is now accepting sealed bids for the LEASE OF 22.5 shares of irrigation water out of the lower half of the lower ditch from the Hatch Irrigation Company. The LEASE time will be for a period of five (5) years. The bid will be for the lease only. Annual assessment fees must be paid by the winning bidder to the Hatch Irrigation Company. Sealed bids will be accepted at the Hatch Town Office drop box or by mail to PO Box 625 Hatch, Utah 84735 until Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Bids will be opened February 19, 2014 at 7:00 PM during Town Council meeting. The successful bidder will have 48 hours to complete the transaction. Cash or certified checks will be accepted. The Town of Hatch reserves the right to reject any or all bids. For further information, please contact Jacie Torgersen at 435-735-4160. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 23 & 30, 2014 Notice of the Regular Meeting Schedule of the Torrey Town Council The Town of Torrey gives notice that Town will hold its regular Town Council meetings for the year 2014 on the second Thursday of each month. Meeting will begin at 6:00 pm and are held at the Town Hall, 75 East 100 North, Torrey Utah 2014 Town Council Regular Meeting Schedule JAN 9 MAY 8 SEPT 11 FEB 13 JUNE 12 OCT 9 MAR 13 JULY 10 NOV 13 APR 10 AUG 14 DEC 11 Any person wishing to be on the agenda must request one week in advance of the meeting. Paula Pace, Town Clerk Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider On JANUARY 30, 2014
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States at the time of sale, at the Garfield County Offices Located at 55 So. Main Street, Pangutich UT 84759 in Garfield County, Utah on February 25, 2014 at 10:00 am of said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a Trust Deed originally executed by Guilan Forrest Griffin, Jr. and Jennifer B. Carleton, as joint tenants as trustors, in favor of John Ellenburg and Peggy O. Ellenburg, Trustees of the John Ellenburg and Peggy O. Ellenburg Trust dated September 12, 1990, covering real property located at 2655 East 4200 North (Antelope Ridge Road), Panguitch, UT 84759 and more particularly described as: All of Lot 2, Antelope Ridge Estates, Phase I, 2nd Amended, a Subdivision according to the Official Plat thereof, recorded in the office of the County Recorder of said County. Subject to a 25 foot right of way and easement for roadway and utilities along the West boundary of said Lot as disclosed in the recorded Plat EXCEPTING THEREFROM all coal and other minerals, as provided under Sections 65-1-15, 65-1-16, and 65-1-17, Utah Code Annotated 1953 and as amended, together with the right of ingress and egress for the purpose of exploring and/or removing the same Together with 0.45 acre feet of water in water right no. 61-2709, claim no. a31879 as on file with the Utah State Water Right Engineer. The Current beneficiary of the Trust Deed is John Ellenburg and Peggy O. Ellenburg, Trustees of the John Ellenburg and Peggy O. Ellenburg Trust dated September 12, 1990 and the record owners of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Default are Guilan Forrest Griffin, JR. and Jennifer B. Carleton, as joint tenants. The sale is subject to bankruptcy filing, payoff reinstatment or any other circumstances that would affect the validity of the sale. If any such circumstance exists, the sale shall be void, the successful bidders funds returned and the trustee and current beneficiary shall not be liable to the successful bidder for any damage. This Notice of Trnstee’s Sale is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be sued for that purpose. Bidders must tender to the trustee a $5,000.00 deposit at the sale and the balance of the purchase price by 12:00 noon the day following the sale. The deposit must be in a form of a cashier’s check or bank official check payable to Security Title Company. The balance must in be in the form of a wire transfer, cashier’s check, bank official check (credit union official checks are not accepted) or U.S. Postal money order payable to Security Title Company. Cash payments are not accepted. A Trustee’s deed will be delivered to the successful bidder within three business days after receipt of the amount bid. Dated: January 22, 2014 Security Title Company of Garfield County, Trustee /s/ Travis V. Hatch, Vice President 15 No. Main Street/PO Box 177 Panguitch, UT 84759 (435) 676-8808 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 30 and FEBRUARY 6 & 13, 2014
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HATCH IRRIGATION CO. DELINQUENT WATER SHARES AS OF 01/15/2014 Marla Briese, Clinton Huth, Gerald Hunt, Rick Sawyer & Robert Evans c/o Kimberlee Hamblin Any water shares which remains unpaid on February 25, 2014 will revert to the Hatch Irrigation Co to be sold to pay delinquent assessments and expenses. Hatch Irrigation Co., PO Box 463, Hatch, UT 84735 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 23 & 30, 2014
ACCEPTING BIDS Capitol Reef Natural History Association is accepting bids for interior remodel of 384 square foot garage. Work to include: insulating 2x6 framed walls and ceiling, hanging ½” drywall on walls and ceiling and tape, mud and paint drywall. Additional work includes: demo and disposal of existing garage door and exterior door and replacement of doors in kind. Bids should include time and material cost. Mandatory pre-bid site visit will be held on February 6 at 10 o’clock AM at Capitol Reef National Park. Questions may be directed to 435.425.4107. Closing date of bids will be February 10, 2014. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 30 and FEBRUARY 6, 2014
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND BONDS TO BE ISSUED PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 21, 2014, the Board of Commissioners of Wayne County (the “Issuer”), adopted a resolution (the “Resolution”) declaring its intention to issue its Transient Room Tax Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”) pursuant to the Utah Government Bonding Act, Title 11, Chapter 14, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended and to call a public hearing to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds. TIME, PLACE AND LOCATION OF PUBLIC HEARING The Issuer shall hold a public hearing on February 18, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. The location of the public hearing is in the Wayne County Commission Chamber, 18 South Main, Loa, Utah. The purpose of the meeting is to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds. All members of the public are invited to attend and participate. PURPOSE FOR ISSUING BONDS The Issuer intends to issue the Bonds for the purpose of (i) financing a portion of the cost of acquisition and renovation of an existing building for use as an information/travel center, together with all related work and improvements (the “Project”); and (ii) paying costs of issuing the Bonds. OUTSTANDING BONDS SECURED BY THE SAME REVENUE There are no outstanding bonds secured by the revenues from sales tax, which revenues are being pledged to secure the payment of the Bonds. ESTIMATED TOTAL COST OF THE BONDS The estimated total cost to the Issuer for the proposed Bonds is $159,375. The estimated cost of interest on the Bonds is $12,375. PARAMETERS OF THE BONDS The Issuer intends to issue the Bonds in the principal amount of not to exceed $250,000, to bear interest at a rate not to exceed 2.0% per annum, to mature in not to more than 15 years from their date or dates, and to be sold at a price not less than 100% of the total principal amount thereof, plus accrued interest to the date of delivery. The Bonds will specify that any installment of principal on the Bonds which shall not be paid when due shall bear interest at the rate of 18% per annum from the due date thereof until paid. EXCISE TAXES PROPOSED TO BE PLEDGED The Issuer proposes to pledge all of the excise tax revenues received by the Issuer pursuant to Sections 59-12-301, et. seq., Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended for the repayment of the Bonds. A copy of the Resolution is on file in the office of the Wayne County Clerk in Loa, Utah, where it may be examined during regular business hours of the County Clerk from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, for a period of at least 30 days from and after date of the last date of publication of this Notice. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a period of 30 days from and after the last date of publication of this Notice is provided by law during which (i) any person in interest shall have the right to contest the legality of the Resolution or the Bonds, or any provision made for the security and payment of the Bonds, and that after such time, no one shall have any cause of action to contest the regularity, formality or legality thereof for any cause whatsoever, and (ii) registered voters in Wayne County, Utah, may sign a written petition requesting an election to authorize the issuance of the Bonds. If written petitions which have been signed by at least 20% of the registered voters of Wayne County, Utah, are filed with the Issuer during said 30-day period, the Issuer shall be required to hold an election to obtain voter authorization prior to the issuance of the Bonds. If fewer than 20% of the registered voters of Wayne County, Utah, file a written petition during said 30-day period, the Issuer may proceed to issue the Bonds without an election. DATED this 21st day of January, 2014. /s/ Ryan Torgerson County Clerk Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 30 and FEBRUARY 6, 2014
Application for Emergency Food and Shelter funds The Six County Association of Governments, Community Assistance Department has been awarded federal funds made available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/ Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program The Six County Area has been chosen to receive $8,594.00 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs. The Selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America, The Salvation Army; and United Way Worldwide. This Local Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-needs area around the country. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1) be private voluntary non-profits or units of government, 2) be eligible to receive Federal Funds, 3) have and accounting system, 4) practice nondiscrimination, 5) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization, have a voluntary board. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply. Applications will be accepted until February 7th 2014 at the Six County Community Assistance office at 250 North Main Richfield, Utah 84701 or Mailed to P.O. Box 820 Richfield, Utah 84701. For more information call 435-893-0744 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 30, 2014
ESCALANTE CITY HAS THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOR SALE 1. Sullair Generator w/ control box Minimum Bid $3,600.00 2. Set of Truck Scales Minimum Bid $18,000.00 3. 1979 Dump Truck Minimum Bid $1,000.00 4. 2 Sanders (salt spreaders) Minimum Bid $500.00 each 5. Mini Truck Minimum Bid $750.00 6. Old Craftsman Welder Minimum Bid $300.00 7. Riding Lawn Mower Minimum Bid $100.00 PLEASE SUBMIT A WRITTEN BID TO ESCALANTE CITY AT PO BOX 189, ESCALANTE, UT 84726 BY FEBRUARY 18, 2014 BY 4:00 P.M. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS AND NO REFUNDS. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKING UP THE ITEMS THAT YOU PURCHASE. ESCALANTE CITY HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY AND ALL BIDS Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 30, 2014
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January 30, 2014
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south central communications Business Sales & Care Rep south central communications HAS AN IMMEDIATE FULL TIME JOB OPENING IN THE PANGUITCH AREA FOR A BUSINESS SALES AND CARE REPRESENTATIVE: The Business Sales & Care Rep will be responsible for creating and maintaining customer relations by assessing our customer needs and making recommendations for the best products and services. Systematically review and assess all business customers within our exchanges and insure that they are contacted on a prescribed basis. Demonstrate a customer-driven attitude through excellent knowledge of products, services, and rates. Great benefit package. Submit resumes to: South Central Communications PO Box 555 Escalante, UT 84726 Attn:HR Or email to HR@socen.com 1/30
escalante city Chief of Police Escalante City is accepting applications for a Chief of Police. The successful candidate will be required to live in theEscalante City limits. Submit a resume to Escalante City (PO Box 517, Escalante, UT 84726)before 4:00 p.m. on February 18, 2014. Utah Post Certification preferred, but not required. Anyone interested in applying for this position must pass the Standardized P.O.S.T. Exam prior to making application. The Exam is given at the Browning Learning Center on the Dixie College Campus each Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. For further information regarding the Exam and registration requirements, contact the Browning Learning Center at (435) 652-7696. Escalante City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Escalante City is an equal opportunity employer. 2/6
The Broken Spur Inn & Steakhouse Multiple Positions Available The Broken Spur Inn & Steakhouse is now taking applications for the following positions for the upcoming 2014 season: housekeeping, laundry, pastry chef and bakery help, dishwashing and waitressing. Please apply in person at the Broken Spur Inn, 955 East SR-24, Torrey, UT. If you have any questions please call 435-425-3775. 1/30 wayne county Sanitation Department Employee Wayne County is accepting applications for a Sanitation Department Employee. Application forms may be picked up at the Wayne County Clerk’s Office during regular office hours and must be submitted to the Wayne County Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on January 31, 2014. Applicants must have a current CDL license and experience with heavy equipment. This position is full time and benefits will be available upon completion of probationary period. For further information, contact the Clerk=s Office, l8 South Main, Loa, 836-1300. Wayne County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to political, religious or labor organization affiliation or non-affiliation, marital status, race, color, sex, age, national origin, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap. Ryan Torgerson,Wayne County Clerk-Auditor 1/30 WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Substitute Teacher/Aide Wayne High School has a position for a substitute teacher/ teacher aide. This position will be for 27 hours a week with no benefits. Applicant will be expected to report to Wayne High School every day and then receive their assignment whether substituting for a teacher or acting as a teacher aide. Call Mary Bray at 425-3411 with questions. This position will close at Feb. 12 at 4:00 P.M. Please send applications to: Mary Bray Wayne High School PO Box 217 Bicknell, UT 84715 Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
barney trucking Truck Drivers Barney Trucking has great employment opportunities for Truck Drivers in the Beaver/Panguitch areas. Must have driving experience. Doubles/Triples endorsement reqd. Excellent pay and benefits. To apply, go to www. barneytrucking.com or call 435-529-4422. 1/30
AQUARIUS INN Housekeeper The Aquarius Inn is taking applications for housekeeping for the coming season. Apply at Aquarius Inn motel office after 2pm. Questions? Call 435-425-3835 rtn KAZAN MEMORIAL CLINIC Housekeeper Kazan Memorial Clinic is in need of a housekeeper 1-3 hours per day. This could be done early morning before 8 AM or after clinic is closed at 5 PM, but will need to be completed Monday thru Friday. There will also be laundry to be done each day, one load per day expected at start. Background check required. Please send resume or work experience to Gina Flanagan (ginaf@ waynechc.org). 435-425-1102. This position will be filled as soon as possible. 1/30
FOR SALE USED PROOFER FOR BAKING - Great condition, $750. Call Scott 435-4910017 2/6
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A dog vaccination clinic will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Triple C Arena. Panguitch City dog tags will also be available to purchase during the clinic.
Decorative Rock Sand Gravel Driveways Culverts Amy Jackson, Owner Local pit located in Torrey Call 435-425-3030 or 435-691-5745
Dr. Scott Andersen, DDS The Tooth Ranch 374 S. 300 E., Bicknell Days/hours
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garfield county school district Part-time Paraprofessional POSITION AVAILABLE: Bryce Valley High School is hiring a part-time Paraprofessional. This position will be up to 19.75 hours per week with no benefits. SALARY: Beginning paraprofessional hourly rate according to 2013-2014 Garfield County School District Classified Salary Schedule ($9.16 hourly). QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have at least a High School Diploma, two years college education preferred, or may complete the Para Pro Test. Must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check and work well with children. APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified application. Please direct questions to Principal Jeff Brinkerhoff, 435-679-8835, and application packets to: Bryce Valley High School P.O. Box 70, 721 West Bryce Way Tropic, Utah 84776 Online application available www.garfield.k12.ut.us Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews. DEADLINE: Open until filled Garfield School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. 1/30
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Family Practice Becky Roberts, FNP, GNP
Family Practice Colin Marshall, DO
Family Practice Mitch Miller, DO
Family Practice Tim Dennis, PA-C
Family Practice Todd Mooney, MD
Anesthesiology Lewis Barney, CRNA
Certified Nurse Midwife DeAnn Brown, CNM, MSN
Family Practice Richard Birch, DO
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Job Description This posiiton leads and participates in the planning and preparation of food, assuring proper food production techniques are applied according to menu, recipe requirements, and department standards. Responsible for management of department resources, which may include inventory management, cash handling, and/or staff resource management. Ensures department food safety and sanitation standards are maintained. Ensures equipment and facility are in good/safe working order and takes action if needed. Leads by example and holds staff accountable to meet Intermountain standards. Participates in the strategic planning and budgeting processes for the department. Consults with manager/director on issues/concerns and determines course of action. Responsible for quality and customer service in their areas. Interfaces directly with departments to plan programs or problem solve issues as they arise. Interviews, hires and trains new staff. Trains, coaches, and counsels staff. Minimum Requirements • Four plus years experience in retail/institutional food preparation and techniques. • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions • Basic computer and math skills • Food Handler’s Permit as required by county • ServSafe Certification required within 90 days of hire Physical Requirements • Carrying, Climbing, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pushing/Pulling, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Walking Preferred Qualifications • Hospital food service experience • Inventory control, costing, and forecastin experience • Culiary training from a recognized program • One year supervisory experience Please Note All positions subject to close without notice Intermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V
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Wayne County Special Service District Funding Available LOA - Applications are now available for recreation/ events funding through the Special Service District #1 – Recreation Funding Committee, contingent upon availability of funds. Applications are available at the Economic Development office, Clerks office or on-line at: http:// www.waynecountyutah.org/ Economic-Development Questions regarding this application please contact Michelle Coleman, Director Economic Development Office: 435-8361315 michellewco@gmail. com —Michelle Coleman
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Dr. Robert Pearson Feb. 11th Dr. Randy Delcore Feb. 13th Mr. Eric Maxwell Feb. 12th & 26th Brad Webb Feb. 4th Dr. Robert Nakken Feb. 28th Dr. Ben Adams Feb. 5th Dr. Aarush Manchanda Feb. 20th Dr. Michael Stults Feb. 17th Devin Anderson Feb. 4th & 18th Dr. John Sutherland Feb. 3rd
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Practical Money Matters
Rule Changes Tighten Reverse Mortgage Eligibility by Jason Alderman
Reverse mortgages have become increasingly popular in recent years, as cash-strapped seniors seek ways to keep pace with rising expenses – not to mention cope with the pummeling their retirement savings took during the Great Recession. But the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) noticed that borrowers increasingly have been opting to withdraw most or all of their home equity at closing, leaving little or nothing for future needs. Consequently, by mid-2012 nearly 10 percent of reverse mortgage holders were in default and at risk of foreclosure because they couldn’t pay their taxes and insurance. That’s why Congress authorized HUD to tighten FHA reverse mortgage requirements in order to: encourage homeowners to tap their equity more slowly; better ensure that borrowers can afford their loan’s fees and other financial obligations; and strengthen the mortgage insurance fund from which loans are drawn. Here are the key changes: Most reverse mortgage borrowers can now withdraw no more than 60 percent of their total loan during the first year. Previously, borrowers could tap the entire amount on day one – a recipe for future financial disaster for those with limited means. The first-year limit may be waived for certain homeowners whose “mandatory obligations” (e.g., upfront insurance premiums, loan origination fees, delinquent federal debt, etc.) exceed the 60 percent amount; but they’ll have to pay a higher upfront mortgage insurance premium – 2.5 percent of the home’s appraised value instead of the normal 0.5 percent. (Note: Credit card debt isn’t considered a mandatory obligation, so those with significant credit card debt may not be able to withdraw
enough to pay off their debt.) Generally, borrowers can take the money either as a lump sum at closing (with a fixedrate loan), or as an ongoing line of credit or monthly payments (adjustable rate loan). However, lump-sum payments are now subject to the 60 percent mandatory obligations test, so to withdraw more than that you’ll have to go the line-of-credit route, at least for the first year; after that, you can tap the remaining balance if you wish. Under previous rules, almost anyone with sizeable home equity could take out a reverse mortgage. Now, potential borrowers must undergo a detailed financial assessment to ensure they’ll be able to meet future tax and insurance obligations. Lenders are required to review the borrower’s credit history. They also must analyze all income from earnings, pensions, IRAs, 401(k) plans or Social Security, and weigh it against the borrower’s likely living expenses, including other outstanding debts. Those who come up short (i.e., are more likely to default) may be required to set aside money from
their reverse mortgage to cover future obligations – thereby lowering the amount of equity they’d be able to tap. The new regulations also reduce the maximum amount of home equity that can be borrowed against – 10 to 15 percent less than before, on average. Generally, the older you are, the more equity you have and the lower the interest rate, the more you’ll be able to borrow. Note: The age component of this calculation is based on the youngest party listed on the loan. Because reverse mortgages are so complicated, potential borrowers are required to consult an HUD-approved counselor before being allowed to apply. Do preliminary research at helpful sites sponsored by HUD (www.hud.gov), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (www.cfpb.gov) and AARP (www.aarp.org). Also check with an accountant, financial planner or lawyer specializing in elder law to make sure a reverse mortgage is right for you. Jason Alderman directs Visa’s financial education programs. To Follow Jason Alderman on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PracticalMoney
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