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Thursday, June 2, 2016
Issue # 1153
Wayne P&Z Recommends Gravel Pit Approval Questions Emerge Re: Zoning of SITLA Lands
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During a Saturday morning meeting and before a packed meeting room, the Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for Brown Brothers Construction to operate a gravel pit on SITLA land in Teasdale. LOA - The Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission, during a special meeting held on Saturday, May 28, 2016, voted to recommend approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) for Brown Brothers Construction to build and operate a gravel pit on 120 acres of Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) lands off of Teasdale Bench Road. The planning commission serves as an advisory body regarding land
use ordinances, and the application will now move to the Wayne County Commission for their review. The meeting, held at 10am at the Wayne County Court House on 24 hours public notice, was filled to capacity with more than 50 citizens attending. As the meeting began, planning board member Marion Chappell said that the weekend meeting time and short notice were because, “Looking at our schedule over the next few weeks, this was
about the only time we could get together as a planning and zoning board.” Chappell added that the official record of the meeting, “Will be just the typed record…so we ask that no recordings be made.” Recording of public meetings as addressed in Utah Open Meeting Law (Code Ann. § 52-4-203(5) (2010)) does allow for the public to record Wayne P&Z
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It's June! It's Time for Arts and the Park the University of Utah. He was the first recipient of the Utah Visual arts Fellowship. He has also been awarded an NEA Visual Arts Fellowship. His work is in the collections of the Utah museum of Fine Arts, the Springville Museum of Art, and the Fremont Museum among others. He has had one person exhibitions in Washington D. C. New York City, San Francisco and The Soldier, portrait by Paul Davis. many other cities. Davis will be sharing live portraiture In 2014 Davis was on Friday evening, June 3rd. recognized as one of Utah’s 15 most influential art- rather seen looking back from ists by The Utah Museum of our own, which is the way we Fine Arts and the online arts experience them, not the way magazine: 15 Bytes. Recipients they experienced their own existence. I don't know why the came from all areas of the arts. Paul Davis will share a past emerges so consistently live portrai- in my paintings. In some ways ture. He states the past is incomplete, unthat “in these knowable and mysterious. The figure paint- paintings allow me to experiings the color ence it in an imaginative way.” Saturday events will inof the light is something clude a free watercolor demonwhich I hope stration by Maura Naughton in will allow the picnic area south of the Cappeople to meet itol Reef National Park Visitor’s the figures on Center at 10:30AM. The event a kind of mid- will conclude with the annual dle ground of Auction Fundraiser $10 tickp s y c h o l o g i - eted event. Hors d’oeures and cal space and refreshments will be provided. time. They There will be a plein air waterare not meant color exhibition and V. Douglas Courtesy entrada InstItute to be seen as Snow Awards along with live Maura Naughton will conduct a watercolor if are in their entertainment. Auction prodemonstration on Saturday morning June 4 own time but ceeds benefit the Entrada Instiin Capitol Reef National Park. tute and Capitol Reef National History Association. —Entrada Institute REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST WAYNE COUNTY - The 2016 Arts and the Park event will be held in Wayne County June 1-4. Enjoy watching artists paint historical sites throughout Wayne County. Friday June 3 at 5:30PM, there will be a free Gallery Walk in Torrey. Paul Davis will be the 2016 featured artist presentation Friday evening June 3 at 7:30PM at Robber’s Roost. This free presentation will be followed by a silent auction and music. Paul Davis was born in Providence Rhode Island in 1946. He served in the U. S. Air Force from 1965 to 1969. He received a B.F.A. and an M. /f. A. from Boston University. He has taught painting in Utah for twenty-five years where he was a professor and Department Chair. He is currently Professor Emeritus at
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Celebrate 100 Years of Stars with Bryce Canyon National Park BRYCE - Bryce Canyon National Park invites you to join them for the 16th annual Astronomy Festival June 1-4, 2016. “Through the ages, the night sky has drawn our gaze upwards connecting us to our heritage. Bryce Canyon is a perfect place to experience such clarity and wonder with its renowned dark skies,” said park superintendent Lisa E. Eckert. This year’s Centennial festival features familiar favorites such as nightly telescope viewing as well as new presentations. Friday’s keynote speaker is Seth Jarvis, Director of the Clark Planetarium in Salt Lake City, Utah. Seth is head of one of Utah’s premier science attractions and
we are pleased to have him at the festival. Seth has been in love with planetariums longer than he’s been able to spell the word. He will present “The National Park System: Celebrating the Centennial, planning for the Bi-Centennial” on Friday, June 3rd, at 9:00 p.m. at Ebenezer’s Barn and Grill in Bryce Canyon City. Admission is $3.00 per person or $10.00 per family. You may pay at the door or purchase advance tickets at the Ebenezer’s Barn & Grill Desk in Ruby’s Best Western Lobby. The event’s partners include the Salt Lake Astronomical Society, the Bryce Canyon Natural History Association, Bryce Canyon City and the Cache County Astronomical
Society. These partners, along with Bryce Canyon National Park’s “Dark Rangers” will present a variety of programs and events as well as interpret the night sky following each evening program. The Visitor Center will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and the shuttle service will operate from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. each day of the festival. For more detailed information on daily activities and how to obtain tickets, please consult the Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival website: http://www.nps.gov/ brca/planyourvisit/astrofest. htm. —Bryce Canyon National Park
Local Adventurers Tell Stories of the Rio Urique in Public Lecture on June 11
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The Rio Urique river in Northern Mexio shines like a silver ribbon through the Barranca de Cobre Canyon. Wayne and Garfield County residents explored this canyon in 1963, and Boulder resident Larry Davis will tell the story at a special event on June 11 at 7pm, at Cougar Ridge Lodge in Torrey. TORREY - Until 1963, the Rio Urique, at the bottom of the Barranca de Cobre, which is in northwestern Mexico, was practically unknown. This geological wonder is more than one and a half times deeper than the Grand Canyon and far more remote. In September of that year, river-runner John Cross gathered a group of scientists, professional people, and others interested in an adventure and set out to make history by being the first to travel the length of the river by boat. Inhabited by a pure indigenous race known as the Tarahumara, centuries of time seemed to disappear, as these explorers pressed on. Despite learning all they could about the region, the
group met unexpected conditions, which turned the trip into a survival experience. Their story was highlighted by the news media, as newspapers all over the United States and the worldhad the group lost, starving, holed up in caves fighting off Indians, and staggering through jungles. The river was conquered in two phases. The exploration was completed within several more weeks, after creating vessels and special equipment which allowed the groups to reach their goal. The Urique River had been explored and conquered and a majestic mountain peak was named in honor of President Kennedy. Two long time residents of Garfield and Wayne coun-
ties were among those who participated in the conquest of the Rio Urique. Larry Davis, prominent archaeologist from Boulder, was a boatman on the expedition as was trip member Ward Roylance, Torrey, since deceased. A public lecture about the conquest will be presented by Larry Davis and members of the Cross family John, Janice, and Jim, who also participated in this historical event. Artifacts, photos and other items will be on display. Date: June 11, 2016 Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM Place: Cougar Ridge Lodge in Torrey, Utah —Cougar Ridge Lodge
A Beautiful Memorial Day
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ESCALANTE - A blaze of flags and flowers graced the Escalante cemetery under beautiful skies over Memorial Day weekend. Escalante residents decorated grave sites honoring family and friends who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day is a day of remembering men and women who have died serving our country during military service.
Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses. —Alphonse Karr
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SITLA property proposed for gravel pit development
Hwy 24, bridge at Fremont River
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A view of the 120 acre SITLA property where Brown Brothers Construction has applied for a conditional use permit to operate a gravel pit. This view is from the north side of Torrey, looking across Highway 24. Cont'd from page 1
meetings so long as the meeting is not disrupted. Saturday’s special P&Z meeting came just five days after a P&Z public hearing was held at the Wayne Community Center in Bicknell, on Monday, May 23, 2016, which was attended by over 300 citizens and where 51 public comments, verbal and written, were accepted by the county. According to county officials, the followup meeting on Saturday, May 28 was to review “facts and findings” based in part on citizen input received during the previous hearing (as well as input separate from the hearing), and to address the facts and findings for each concern related to the gravel pit application as potential conditions for approving a conditional use permit, and finally, to recommend either approval or disapproval of a CUP. However, there were questions raised among citizens present during the Saturday morning meeting as to whether the county was fulfilling its duty in this regard.
The issue of a proposed gravel pit in Teasdale has citizens of Wayne County divided to a degree not seen in recent memory. As Wayne County resident and local physician Jeff Chappell said during the May 23 hearing, “This is a very divisive topic…I’m more concerned for the health of the social fabric of the community…and I just hope that we can work this out.” Brown Brothers Construction’s application to SITLA is to surface mine ordinary sand and gravel from the 120 acre site, situated on a bench above Hwy 24. The company proposes to operate in 30-acre cells and to gain access to the site off of Teasdale Bench Road. The current two-track dirt road into the SITLA property would be chip-sealed to accommodate heavy equipment. Rock crushing operations would be included on site. County Attorney LeEllen McCartney said during Saturday’s meeting that the county had by this time received written comments in the form of 62 emails, 90 letters and one petition with 382 signatures regarding the gravel pit and
conditional use permit proposal. She said of the comments that 32.5% were in favor, and 67.4% were opposed. But she added that the county could not make a decision based on public input alone. Comments in favor of the gravel pit included Brown Brothers’ reputation as an ethical company, a need for locally sourced material, interest in supporting local industry in the county, concerns about truck traffic throughout the county if material is sourced from a more distant location, and positive comments from residents living near existing local gravel pits. Comments from citizens opposed to the gravel pit have frequently been prefaced by statements that their concerns are not with the integrity of Brown Brothers or their value to the community, but rather, on the location of an industrial operation in a region that is surrounded by residential and agricultural land, and is zoned as such by Wayne County. County officials have stated that there are several residences and a large RV park within a quarter mile of the site, and
Gunnison Valley Hospital Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
GUNNISON – Gunnison Valley Hospital was recently named one of iVantage Health Analytics’ Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) in the United States – one of only three critical access hospitals in the state to achieve this ranking. “Health care delivered in rural communities is affordable, high quality and necessary to the good health of the entire community,” said Mark Dalley, hospital administrator at Gunnison Valley Hospital. “Gunnison Valley Hospital is proud of the efforts of our physicians and entire staff who have contributed to our achieving this designation. It is truly an honor for me to be associated with the great people who
work at Gunnison Valley Hospital and are committed to putting the ‘patient first in all we do. ’" Gunnison Valley Hospital scored in the top 100 of CAHs on iVantage’s Hospital Strength INDEX®. The INDEX is the industry’s most comprehensive rating of rural and critical access hospitals. The results recognize that the Top 100 CAHs provide a safety net to communities across rural America – measuring them across more than 70 different performance metrics, including quality, outcomes, patient perspective, affordability, population risk and efficiency. The list of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals, and more information about the study, can be found at www.iVantageINDEX.com.
“Rural healthcare deserves the same performance analysis as all provider performance. It plays a vital role for communities across America, serving more than 60 million people. The services provided in rural America are similar to those needed in any major metropolitan area, yet the volume and economic resources provide few economies of scale, making for little benefit to be had from scale. These top 100 CAHs exhibit a focused concern for their community benefits and needs, regardless of scale, reimbursement and people’s ability to pay,” said Michael Topchik, senior vice president of iVantage Health Analytics. —Gunnison Valley Hospital
Gypsy Jazz With
hot house West trio 7:00 PM, Friday, June 3rd DUP School House Main Street, Torrey
www.UCGS.org The rhythm section of Hot House West, the premier gypsy jazz band in the American West, kicks off Utah Classical Guitar’s season of free concerts with an evening of popular melodies in the hard driving swing style popularized in 1930s Paris. To support this free concert series, please contact: Utahclassicalguitar@gmail.com
one resident says his home is within 290 yards, with his own irrigated fields abutting the SITLA property proposed for the gravel pit. More specifically, public opposition to the gravel pit has focused on the anticipated effects of noise, dust, equipment vibration, truck traffic, road hazards and road condition impacts, impacts on the view-shed for both residents and visitors, and potential water quality impacts to an adjacent river and wetland. A lab report of soil samples taken from the SITLA property, prepared by ACZ Labs in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, has shown elevated levels of radioactive materials in surface soils, creating even greater concern among citizens in Teasdale and Torrey who live and work downwind of the proposed pit location. In response to the Brown Brothers’ application, SITLA has already awarded the materials permit to the construction company, on February 25, 2016. The permit extends for five years, from May 1, 2016 through April 30, 2021. SITLA lands, owned by the state, are generally exempt from local zoning ordinances, although SITLA generally encourages lessees to operate in congruence with county ordinances. However, in this case, SITLA submitted language that specifically required Brown Brothers to seek a zoning change from the county, from ‘Exempt Utah School & Institutional Trust Lands’ to ‘Industrial.’ An email from SITLA Professional Engineer Andy Bedingfield, dated March 21, 2016, to Wayne County staff, states: “After consulting with our legal counsel at Trust Lands, he would advise you (and us) to require the permittee, (in this case, Brown Brothers) to follow the County Zoning Ordinances. If this requires a zone change, then we would require that Brown Brothers seek a zone change. While legally Trust Lands are exempt from zoning, we want our lessee's [sic] and permittee's [sic] to adhere to any local ordinances that may be required, as though they were operating on private property.” A month later, an even stronger directive came from Bedingfield at SITLA to Wayne County regarding the zoning change requirement. A second email directed to Wayne County staff dated April 25, 2016, from Bedingfield, states, “We are requiring Brown Brothers to proceed with the zoning change, despite the opposition. We feel it is important for the County to have control of their communities through zoning, and requirements that may be attached to a CUP.” But within a month of the second SITLA email, the waters regarding the zoning change requirement became murky. Despite P&Z chairman Roger Brian’s opening statement at the May 23 Wayne P&Z
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DesignArts Utah Seeks Entries for its 2016 Annual Exhibition SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Division of Arts & Museums is accepting entries for DesignArts Utah ’16, a juried exhibition highlighting the varied work of designers currently living in Utah.
All Utah designers, including those in the fields of architecture, brand/packaging, display, fashion, furniture, graphic, industrial, interior, lighting, theatre or film set, transportation, web design or other design fields are invited to participate. Entries are being accepted online and are due by 5:00 p.m. Friday, July 15, 2016. T h i s year’s juror, James Courtesy utah dept. of herItage & arts Childress, James Childress, Chairman of the American is the ChairInstitute of Architects, Committee on Design, man of the is this year's DesignArts juror. American DesignArts annual ex- Institute of Architects, Comhibitions feature selections mittee on Design. His work of designs, prototypes, and has been recognized with 60 produced samples by design- design awards including the ers in Utah’s various design American Institute of Archifields. Designers may submit tects 1998 Architecture Firm produced work or conceptual, Award. He was invested into pre-production documenta- the College of Fellows of the tion. The Juror’s Award Win- American Institute of Archiner will receive a $3,000 tects in 2001. Childress reaward. ceived his Bachelor of Fine
Arts and Bachelor of Architecture from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1977 and 1978 respectively. He joined Centerbrook Architects in 1979, becoming a principal in 1992 and a partner in 1996. In 1994 he was selected as one of the decade’s “40 National Architects under 40” by the Architectural League of New York and Interior Magazine. “It is always inspiring to see the work of Utah's designers in this annual celebration of design,” Utah Division of Arts & Museums Director Gay Cookson said. “Our hope is that all Utahns can recognize how good design brings art to everyday objects and experiences and to realize how it enhances the quality of life in Utah.” The exhibition will run Sept. 9 through Oct. 21, 2016. A celebratory reception, in conjunction with Salt Lake Design Week and Salt Lake Gallery Stroll, will take place on Oct. 21, 2015, 6-9 p.m. The exhibition will at the Rio Gallery, located at 300 S. Rio Grande St. in Salt Lake City. Further information is available at publicart.utah.gov. — Utah Division of Arts & Museums
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Utah Summer Games Opening Ceremony Right around the Corner
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Athletes march around the track holding the banner for their sport in the last round of Utah summer games. CEDAR CITY - One of Cedar City’s most exciting events is right around the corner. The 2016 Utah Summer Games Opening Ceremonies is coming to the SUU’s Eccles Coliseum, Thursday, June 9, at 8:30 p.m. This year you will be on the edge of your seats as the ceremony features a combined drill team, the Canyon View garbage band, the infamous Jazz Bear along with the Utah Jazz Stunt and Dunk group, a concert from
the popular Boogie Knights, the traditional parade of athletes, cauldron lighting, fireworks and a couple of other big surprises that will impact the entire Iron County area. “Everybody needs to experience the full show, you’ll love it!” VP of Alumni and Community Relations Mindy Benson said, “Our community won’t want to miss this one.” The Utah Summer Games is a longstanding seasonal tradition in Southern Utah and
across the state, bringing athletes of all ages and skill levels to Cedar City for Olympic-style competition in nearly 50 different sports. The Opening Ceremonies have been a highlight to sellout crowds year after year, this year will be no exception. “We have one of the best fireworks shows in the state! The value of the show, with all the entertainment, is a value that would be hard to find anywhere else. The people not in the stadium are missing a great opportunity,” Director of the Utah Summer Games Casey McClellan said. General admission tickets for the 2016 Opening Ceremonies, are just $7 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3-11), are now on sale through SUU’s Centrum Ticket Office at 435586-7872 or online at tbirdtickets.com. They are also available for purchase at the door. Every student in the Iron Country School District will get in free if they bring along a parent or guardian. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. —Utah Summer Games
Entrada Institute 2016 Workshop Series
Sevier Valley Hospital Ranks Among Top 20 in the Nation RICHFIELD - The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) has announced that Sevier Valley Hospital has been included in the list of “Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals” in the country. The list is based on the Hospital Strength INDEX for 2016, which evaluates the 2,000-plus rural and criticalaccess hospitals in the country based on factors that include quality of healthcare, cost, outcomes, patient perspective, and financial stability.
“NRHA is committed to ensuring our members have the best information to manage their hospitals,” said Brock Slabach, NRHA membership services senior vice president. “And we’re pleased to recognize the accomplishments of these rural community hospitals.” “We are excited to receive this national recognition,” said Gary Beck, Sevier Valley Hospital administrator. “Our hospital places a tremendous emphasis on clinical quality and
patient satisfaction. It is really nice when national organizations, such as the NRHA, recognize our efforts and commitment to the communities we serve. I am delighted to be able to celebrate this award with our staff and communities.” NHRA plans to honor SVH and the other winning hospitals at an awards ceremony on May 12. —Sevier Valley Hospital
Basic Plein Art Oil Painting
Are you just getting started with oil painting and ready to learn? Are you self-taught and just need a little help from a professional artist? Have you been painting for a while, but need inspiration?
If you’re eager to learn, join Paula for her first formal workshop in Torrey! Her engaging, supportive workshop atmosphere will help you develop new skills and discover your creativity. Come enjoy an outdoor painting experience.
Who? Everyone interested in learning to paint What? An all-day workshop When? Saturday June 11 from 8AM-4PM with a break for lunch Where? Meet at Robber’s Roost Books in Torrey, UT Cost? This fee-based workshop is $100. Limited to 10 participants Registration? Please call or email Paula at elmo.etta@gmail.com to reserve your spot ASAP. Send checks to Paula Swain, PO Box 196, Teasdale, UT 84773. Participants should bring a jacket. If it’s nice weather, we’ll be outside. A required materials list will be provided upon registration. Paula will also be offering a free, public presentation Sat June 11 at 7:30PM.
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JUNE 1-3 (WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY) Enjoy watching artists paint historic sites throughout Wayne County.
JUNE 3 (FRIDAY) 5:30PM 7:30PM
Torrey Main Street Stroll @ Gallery 24 Paul Davis - Live Portraiture Featured Presentation
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Paul Davis is Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah and a well-respected artist. He was recognized as one of Utah’s 15 most influential artists in 2014. His presentation will feature live portraiture.
JUNE 4 (SATURDAY)
10:30AM 6:00PM
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FR Watercolor Demonstration by Maura Naughton @ Capitol Reef National Park Picnic Area south of Visitor’s Center Auction Fundraiser @ Robber’s Roost $10 Hors d’oeures and refreshments provided TICKETED 15 Byte’s Shawn Rossiter, Silent Auction and Live Music @ Robber’s Roost (Highway 24, Torrey UT) Plein Air Watercolor Exhibition and V. Douglas Snow Awards Live Entertainment by the Capitol Reefer’s Band
Proceeds benefit Entrada Institute & Capitol Reef Natural History Association
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Fishlake National Forest Accepting Proposals for Projects Benefiting Forest Resources RICHFIELD - In response to the two-year reauthorization by Congress of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act in April, the Fishlake National Forest is soliciting project proposals to be funded under Title II of the act. The federal legislation encourages individuals, nonprofit organizations, local governments, and others to propose projects that restore watersheds, decommission or maintain roads, control noxious weeds, or otherwise improve the condition of the Forest. Proposed projects need not be implemented on Forest Service lands, but must show a benefit to national forest resources. Project proposals must be submitted by June 17, 2016. Forms for submitting Ti-
tle II project proposals can be found online at these locations • Secure Rural Schools Project Submittal website http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/ pts/specialprojects/racweb, • Fishlake National Forest web site, http://www.fs.usda. gov/main/fishlake/workingtogether/advisorycommittees. Forms and instructions may also be picked up at Forest offices in Richfield, Fillmore, Beaver and Loa. Project submittal forms may be submitted online using the Project Submit web site, or electronically to John Zapell, Designated Federal Official, via email at jzapell@fs.fed.us. If email is not available, project submissions can be mailed to the Fishlake National Forest located at 115 East 900 North, Richfield, UT 84701. Mailed
proposals must be postmarked by 5 p.m., June 17, 2016. Eligible project proposals submitted to the forest will be reviewed by the Fishlake Resource Advisory Committee, a balanced and diverse group of stakeholders representing local communities, industry, recreational interests, environmental groups, elected officials, and more. Following their review, the committee will supply Forest Supervisor Mel Bolling with a list of projects recommended for funding. The RAC will be making recommendations about which project proposals to fund during future meetings. For more information please call John Zapell at (435) 896-1070. —Fishlake National Forest
Tour of Utah Calls for Volunteers
SOUTHERN UTAH Individuals and groups interested in supporting the Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah professional stage race are invited to complete online volunteer applications beginning today. Applications are being accepted by each Local Organizing Committee (LOC) that is hosting a stage start or a stage finish at this year’s Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah. As many as 1,200 volunteer positions will be needed for the annual, professional cycling event, Aug. 1-7. The volunteer application is available at the official web site, in the Experience section. Volunteers play a key role in the success of this international sporting event, which will see five of the 16 invited men’s teams traveling from the Tour de France to compete at the Tour of Utah. The host
venues for 2016 are Zion Canyon Village and Cedar City on Aug. 1; Escalante and Torrey on Aug. 2; Richfield and Payson on Aug. 3; IM Flash and Kearns on Aug. 4; Antelope Island State Park and Bountiful on Aug. 5; Snowbasin Resort and Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort on Aug. 6; Park City on Aug. 7. In addition to volunteer position on the seven race days, volunteer positions are also available for official pre-race events in Cedar City on July 30 and 31. On the volunteer application, individuals can request a specific assignment for one or multiple shifts. The recommended age for volunteers is 18. Applicants must sign a waiver for themselves, or by an adult or legal guardian if the applicant is 17 years of age or younger. Each volunteer receives a commemorative Tour of Utah T-
shirt, hat, water bottle, rain poncho, lip balm and sun screen. A box lunch will also be provided to volunteers each day. The volunteer registration application is maintained on the Tour of Utah website (tourofutah.com). Registration will remain open through the end of July, but may close as positions are filled at the various stages for race week. Each LOC will recruit, train and schedule the local volunteers as needed for its specific stage start and/or finish. The Volunteer FAQs section of the website provides details on the application process, descriptions of specific positions and opportunities for youth groups. Individuals interested in working as a traveling course marshal for race week should send a request via email to volunteer@tourofutah.com. —Tour of Utah
GOED Board Approves Grants to Help Eight Rural Businesses
SALT LAKE CITY - The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) Board of Directors last week approved eight rural Utah businesses for Rural Fast Track grants. This marks the largest number of rural companies to advance in a single board meeting. The eight projects are expected to create up to 84 new jobs paying between 110 and 125 percent of the counties’ average wages. “One of our goals is to grow and support Utah businesses in both rural and urban communities,” said Val Hale, GOED executive director. “We use programs like Rural Fast Track to maintain the entrepreneurial spirit in communities statewide, and these eight fast-growing companies are a great example.” The projects also represent a
record level of private investment. In aggregate, more than $300,000 in post-performance grant funding will be matched by $1.9 million in private investment. “The private sector is making important investments in rural Utah,” said Linda Gillmor, director of the Office of Rural Development. “GOED provides postperformance incentives to support rural economic growth, but we see true success with investment like this. The five-to-one matching ratio is remarkable.” Rural Fast Track grants are post-performance matching funds available to small businesses in qualifying Utah counties. Aimed at creating high-paying jobs, this program provides an efficient way for rural companies to purchase necessary equipment, create new positions or reach oth-
er goals to grow their business. To learn how to apply, visit business. utah.gov/programs/rural/. The eight projects are listed below. Visit business.utah.gov for complete summaries. • Gunnison: Applied Composite Technology (ACT) Aerospace • Ephraim: Diamond S Manufacturing • Mt. Pleasant: Far West Construction • North Logan: Ophir-Spiricon, LLC • Hyrum: Bywater Products • Helper: Waste and Water Logistics • Green River: High Desert Excavation • Delta: Dutson Supply Company —Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development
Wayne County Senior Citizens Newsletter
For Seniors, Their Families, Friends, and Supporters Happy Fathers Day! Your Town Representatives
Each town in Wayne County has a representative on the Senior Citizens Board, as follows: Fremont: Kait Taylor 435-749-2110 Loa: April Morrison 435-219-5530 Lyman: Nellie Welch 435-691-2408 Bicknell: Diena Riddle 801-597-0124 Torrey: Barbara Altom 801-234-0157 Teasdale: Kalene Chavis 801-234-0157 President: Steve Taylor 435-836-2747 Vice President: Bekkah Petree 435-233-1019 Call any representative if you need information regarding senior activities.
Schedule of Senior Activities
The Senior Center is open Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 am until 2:00 pm.
We’re On The Web
The Senior Citizens are now on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/WayneCountyUtSeniorCitizens . We are also on the official Wayne County Website thanks to Michelle Coleman: www.waynecountyutah.org/Senior-CitizenCorner . Click on the Facebook link here, even if you aren’t a Facebook user. Join us on the ‘web’ for updated information.
Meals-On-Wheels
There are currently openings available if you or someone you know needs lunch brought in. Meals are delivered on Tuesday and Thursday. Call Felicia at 425-2089 for more information.
Monthly Senior Dinner
The monthly dinner is held the second Monday of each month. The next dinner will be on June 13 at 12:00 pm at the Senior Center (Community Center) in Bicknell. The menu will be: Chicken Cordon Bleu, dinner rolls, broccoli, rice pilaf, cup of fruit. $6 for seniors under 60, $4 for seniors 60 and up. Call Jim or Janet Adams for a ride at 836-3070.
Recreational Trip
There is going to be a boating trip in June to Fish Lake. The boat is handicap accessible. This will be a fun day. If you are interested in attending please call Felicia 425-2089 for more information.
Appointment Transportation
Transportation is available to Wayne Community Health Clinic and shopping in Loa on the 1st Thursday of the month and on the 3rd Thursday of each month to Richfield for doctor appointments and shopping. You can also schedule a trip to Gunnison for medical appointments ONLY if needed. The Six County Agency requires that the schedule be posted and adhered to. No exceptions are allowed; please make your appointments accordingly. Call the Adams at 836-3070 to schedule your ride. A $5 voluntary contribution is suggested for gas.
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If you need a ride to any event, call Jim or Janet Adams at 836-3070.
Utah Schools Receive Official State STEM Designation
SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) has approved 19 public schools for the Utah STEM School Designation. These schools, representing multiple locations statewide, are the first to receive the new designation. USBE, in partnership with the Utah STEM Action Center, developed the Utah STEM Schools Designation program to better define the elements necessary to create a comprehensive STEM learning environment for students. The program provides schools the opportunity to engage in STEM-related discussions with faculty and community partners to develop strong instruction for students and prepare them for college and careers. The designation also serves as an indicator for members of the public who are looking for quality STEM school experiences in Utah K-12 education. “Utah schools are creating outstanding learning communities that involve students, teachers, parents and industry partners,” said Dr. Sydnee Dickson, interim state superintendent of Public Instruction. “It is wonderful to see these STEM schools recognized for their commitment to college and career readiness for all students.” The 19 schools completed comprehensive digital portfolios that demonstrated their excellence in STEM education, including student project-
based learning, community partnerships and support for teacher professional learning. Utah stakeholders including current teachers, principals, district leaders and community council members evaluated each submitted portfolio and visited the schools that were awarded gold and platinum levels of school designation. The full application and review process occurred during the 2015-16 school year. "The STEM Action Center is committed to supporting students in their education and career efforts,” said Dr. Tamara Goetz, executive director of the Utah STEM Action Center. “This program helps create an engaging learning environment, in partnership with teachers, principals and a school's community. It provides students with greater choices and opportunities and helps address the talent needs of Utah's growing science, engineering and technology companies.” More information about the STEM School Designation is available on the STEM Action Center website: http:// stem.utah.gov/for-educators/ stem-schools-designation/. To learn more about the 2016 STEM Schools, visit http://stem.utah.gov/stemschool-awardees-2016/. STEM Designation Awards 2015-16: Platinum STEM School Designation: Beehive Science and Technology Engineering
Academy (Sandy) Crimson View Elementary School (St. George) Gold STEM School Designation: DaVinci Academy (Ogden) Hurricane Elementary (Hurricane) Neil Armstrong Academy (West Valley City) Woodruff Elementary (Logan) Silver STEM School Designation: Foothill Elementary School (Orem) Manila Elementary School (Pleasant Grove) Mountainville Academy (Alpine) Overlake Elementary School (Tooele) Quest Academy (West Haven) West Point Elementary School (West Point) Bronze STEM School Designation: Green Acres Elementary School (North Ogden) Itineris Early College High School (West Jordan) Sunset Elementary School (St. George) Utah County Academy of Sciences (Orem) Draper Park Middle School (Draper) Mount Jordan Middle School (Sandy) Union Middle School (Sandy) —Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development
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Wills, Trusts, and More Can I write my own will?
A holographic will is a will that is written entirely in your own handwriting. No witnesses are required, and no portion of the will may be typed. If you type some or all of the words, or you incorporate other markings or other documents into the text, you could inadvertently invalidate the will. The idea behind holographic wills is that since the entire document is in a person's handwriting, there is no need for witnesses to sign it to establish its validity. Holographic wills don't need to be notarized either, but they do need to be signed. Most lawyers would tell you it's a bad idea to write your own will because you can easily create ambiguities and other defects that can lead to litigation following your death. This is especially true in second marriage situations when one or both spouses have children from prior marriages or relationships. If you decide to write your own will, you should be sure to say in the introductory sentence that it is your will, and that you are revoking all prior wills. If you don't revoke all prior wills, your handwrit-
by Jeffery J. MCKenna ten will and any other wills that have not been revoked will be looked at together to determine who inherits your estate. As you may expect, problems arise when the various documents conflict. Be sure to identify each bequest clearly and to give away all of your property. A frequent problem with handwritten wills is that they list some accounts and properties, but then leave out others. Property that you don't mention in your will passes to your heirs as determined by the courts. Your heirs may not be the same persons named in your will, and may not be the ones you would have chosen to receive the assets. Also, going to court and figuring out who your heirs are can be an expensive and time-consuming matter. In addition, courts will require two witnesses who are familiar with your handwriting to testify that the will was, in fact, written by you. It's often the case that handwritten wills don't name a personal representative. Failure to name a personal representative could result in an administration of your estate that is fully court-supervised, expensive, and lengthy.
Another important provision that is often left out of a holographic will is a waiver of bond. When you don't request a waiver, the judge can require that your personal representative post a bond. Sometimes, it's not possible to even get a bond, and if your personal representative can get one, it is generally expensive. There are a number of other provisions that should be included in wills that the average person would almost certainly leave out of a holographic will. Handwritten wills are valid if they are properly drafted. However, they are almost always more difficult to probate than typed wills. WITH A SATELLITE OFFICE NOW IN PANGUITCH. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney McKenna and Olmstead. He is a founding member and former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions regarding this article or if you have a topic you wish to have addressed in this column, you can call 435 628-1711 or email jmckenna@ barney-mckenna.com.
tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!! Kids Loaner
My aunt had decided to sell her truck and trailer at a lot across town. When she arrived there, she realized she'd left the registration at home. The salesman told her she could use the red loaner car with the keys in it to drive back through the heavy rainstorm. At home, she quickly listened to her answering machine. The last message was from the frantic salesman asking her to bring the car back right away. The one she had taken belonged to a customer.
Craftsmanship
Janice, my sister, had been pestering her husband, a carpenter, for more than a decade to build a screen door for the kitchen. One day, to her delight, he built and installed one in less than two hours. It was both practical and pretty. She glanced towards the front door and wistfully remarked that one would look good there, as well. "Are you kidding?" he gasped. "You can't just whip these things up, you know. It takes ten years to build a door like this."
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Circumstances dictated one day that I take my eightyear-old son, Gabe, to one of my law classes. At first he sat quietly, but grew restless after 40 minutes. Because he knew where the students' coffee room was, I suggested he go there. On his way out, he smiled at the lecturer, who remained silent until the door closed. The professor then gazed at the assembled students and mused: "I know I'm getting older. I know students are getting younger. But that's ridiculous."
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I knew that my husband's hearing had deteriorated after our friend, new to the city, asked where he could meet some singles. "Well," said my husband, "I see them in the Kmart parking lot diving for fries." "Dear," I intervened. "Singles, not seagulls."
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"My wife needs to make a change to her account, but she can't come into the bank. She has a fractured hip." "Sorry, she must come into the bank." "Why? If there are forms to sign, I can bring them to her and she'll sign them." "Sorry. These are the rules." "This is ridiculous! Your bank is a joke. You do NO personal service and act like it is your money!" "Sorry. I can't help you." "I'm closing our accounts, and I'll do business elsewhere!" "Fine.... here are the forms. Take them home and bring them back when your wife signs them."
Today's Thought
“The only time you should look in your neighbor's bowl is to make sure they have enough.” -- Louis CK
AG MARKET NEWS Salt Lake City, Utah May 25, 2016 USDA-Utah Dept of Ag Market News Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday May 24, 2016 Receipts: 644; Last Week: 624. Last Year: 643. Feeder Steers and Feeder Heifers: steady to slightly lower; Holstein Steers: light test. Slaughter Cows: steady to slightly higher. Slaughter Bulls: steady. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2; 200-250 lbs pkg 207.00; 250-300 Lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs scarce; 350400 lbs 174.00-190.00; 400-450 lbs 62.50-180.00; 450-500 lbs 169.00-182.50; 500-550 lbs 152.50-180.00; 550-600 lbs 160.00-180.00; 600-650 lbs 150.00-165.00; 650-700 lbs pkg 157.50; 700-750 lbs 140.00-150.00; 750-800 lbs pkg 136.00; 800-850 lbs 124.00-134.00; 850-900 lbs pkg 124.00; 900-950 lbs 117.50-127.50; 950- 1000 lbs 105.00-114.50. Holsteins Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: n/q; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs scarce; 700-900 lbs scarce; 900-1100 lbs scarce. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs scarce; 350-400 lbs pkg 143.00; 400-450 lbs 142.00-155.00; 450-500 lbs 140.00156.00; 500-550 lbs 135.00-141.00; 550-600 lbs 115.00-134.50; 600-650 lbs 127.50-134.00; 650-700 lbs 134.00-146.00; 700750 lbs 138.00-148.00; 750-800 lbs 135.00-145.00; 800-850 lbs 131.00-140.00; 850-900 lbs pkg 135.00; 900-950 lbs pkg 118.00; 950-1000 lbs scarce; Heiferettes: 85.00-116.00. Stock Cows: scarce. Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 66.00-73.25, high dressing to 74.00; Breaking 75-80 Lean: 74.00-82.50, high dressing to 86.50; Commercial: scarce; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 54.00-67.50. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade: 1000-1500 lbs n/q; 15002050 lbs 94.25-97.25; Yield Grade 2: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2050 lbs 83.00-88.75; Feeder Bulls: 550-1000 lbs 64.25-102.50. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News, Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)
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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com I am writing this letter from Seattle. Last week it was Peru, and the week before NewPort Beach, California and this next week it will be San Diego, sure seeing a lot of the world this last month. Yesterday, we went to Téah’s graduation and she is now a doctor and the ceremony was quite impressive. There were 240 students that received their Doctorate and at least half were women, which was exciting to see!The ceremony was quite a tribute to those who are motivated and willing to sacrifice many hours
of sleep and time with family and friends to serve their communities through medicine. It was also neat to hear the names of many UW students who will be starting residency in Utah, either at U of U or McKay Dee in Ogden. If any of them get to rotate through our hospital during their residency, be sure to thank them for their service, they will likely be exhausted from many long hours spent in the hospital and continual study. Téah, her friends, and families celebrated their graduation with great Mexican food,
a Mariachi band, and dancing—a good relief before they part ways for residency. We put up the Flags out at the Cemetery a couple of day early and I hope that the wind didn’t take too many of them down.Many thanks to the Veterans that came out and helped with the placing of the Flags. The cemetery really looked good, it is a really big job, that’s a lot of grass to mow and edge. Being gone I don’t really know what is going on. I do hope that you got out your stuff for the big garage sale on Main
St. Next week is the start of the Quilt Walk Festival and it kicks off with the Chocolate Fest, this year it will be “Chocolate, the All American Food”. So all of you candy makers get ready to show your stuff, all proceeds will go to the SubFor-Santa fund. This is for Rick, “If you are lucky enough to be born Irish, that’s all of the luck you need.” –A sign in Patty Coyne’s Irish Breakfast Restaurant on Seattle Boardwalk Mack O.
BRYCE VALLEY AREA NEWS by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com
BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES June 7th
BBQ ribs, baked potatoes, carrot salad, peaches, lemon pudding
WED June 8th
Roast beef, potatoes & gravy, corn, apples, pinapple muffin Hot turkey sandwich, potatoes & gravy, corn, pineapple w/cottage cheese, peach cobbler
THURS June 9th
Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 All meals are served with milk & bread Suggested donation is $3 for seniors and $7 for those under 60 years of age.
“Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and your government when it deserves it.” — Mark Twain “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” — John F. Kennedy “The willingness of America's veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” — Jeff Miller The quotes above are just a few of many that we can use to honor our military people. They have gone to war and defended our rights and it is our responsibility to support them when they come home. To thank them for their service to our country and to honor them for their sacrifices. To all who are serving, have served and will someday serve we salute you and thank you for defending us and helping us keep our freedoms. It is too bad that we have to fight to stay free and to defend ourselves against those who would take those rights from us. Thank you to all who have served and I want to include the Law Enforcement community as well. Many of them have died defending and protecting us and they need to get our respect and support to help them do their jobs. We thank them for their service as well. We have no idea of what their day was like and what they have been up against but we can treat them with respect and courtesy. Thank you to all who are willing to lay their very life on the line for their country, town, the people, etc., we are proud of you. “What’s right about America is that although we have a mess of problems, we have great capacity, intellect and resources to do something about them.” — Henry Ford Congratulations to Kaylea Shakespear Crosby and her husband, Brandon, on the birth of a beautiful little girl, their
new daughter. Miss Bostyn decided to come before Kaylea was induced! She was born in the morning, May 24th, at 7:11am! Weighing 6lbs 14oz and 19 inches long. They are both so in love already! Everyone is doing well. Grandparents in Henrieville are Travis and Emily Shakespear and great grandma is Lyllian Le Fevre. In Colorado great-grandma is Barbara Bowman with grandmother being Tammy Shakespear. Fred and Katie Beesley are thinking of starting a Bryce Running/jogging/walking club to keep physically moving this summer. We would probably meet from 7-8 am 3x/week in various places depending on who's invloved. They can help people train for the Half Marathon, or just get started. If enough people are interested there should be a buddy for every pace! (even Katie at the slow end). Contact the Beesley's if you are interested or find them on facebook and post your interest for them. If you have someone to walk with it makes it so much easier than doing it alone and then you have the pace you can follow. There will be a meeting to get a calendar together!! We'll meet Tuesday 7am at the Cannonville church for our first run. Then plan the next from there. Photography 101 class $150 - Escalante, UT (84726) Janice Twitchell will be teaching a photography 101 class on June 4th. We will have a meal, and models afterward to help you practice what you've learned. There are 10 spots available. Comment, message or text Janice Twitchell on facebook to reserve your spot. Exciting day! Zennon's mission call came. He is going to Nampa, Idaho!! He'll leave August 17 for the MTC. What a fun day for the Mike Ahlstrom family! Mason was baptized and Elisabeth and Zennon graduated from Bryce Valley High school, as well as Zennon getting his Mission Call. Con-
gratulations to all the family on the great events happening in their lives. A dear friend, Hayden C. Adkins, is in a valiant struggle to try to save his life, from this horrible disease of Cancer. It has touched so many lives, not one of us is no longer unaffected. Know that Hayden has a great deal of STRENGTH, FAITH & COURAGE, this boy has shown it to ALL OF US, through these last 5 years. He is right up there with Logann Eagar who has been battling this terrible thing for many years. She is just as brave and courageous as they come. Our hearts and prayers go out to both of these folks and anyone else who has or is battling this enemy of mankind. Special notice goes out to the ones on the sidelinesm families, friends, neighbors, and all others that are there to help and encourage those afflicted with this dreadful thing. There are countless others who are fighting this battle. We pray for you and wish you the best that life can offer to you. Anyone who wanted to welcome Hayden 'The Hero' home from the hospital, lined Main street in Tropic before 4:00 PM FRIDAY!!! He was released about 11:00 AM so should have been home by 4. ALSO: Henrieville Town will welcomed him home with a fire engine escort about 4:30, coming through town and then back to his house. People came out and showed their love and support for this hero! Hayden we are all so glad to see you home and wish you a very speedy and healthy recovery. It is amazing how the people in our area gather together to support those in need of special support. They rally round and make it a more pleasant atmosphere for those who are sick or other wise in need of encouragement. Thanks to all of the folks of the Bryce Valley Area. Kaliya is the 5th child (4th daughter) of Brady & Ruth Carter. She joins Treyton, Ka-
sia & Kenzie (twins) and Kiera. They reside in Minersville. She was born May 22, weighing 6 lbs. 8 oz. and 18" long. She is adorable! Grandparents in Henrieville are Gary and Sandy Johnson. Congratulations to the family on this blessed event. Speakers in Cannonville today were Kayden Chynoweth and his wife Tandi. Glenna Fletcher and her sister Anita Fletcher sang a duet between the speakers. "Our Mountain Home so Dear". More than half the congregation were visitors for the Memorial Day weekend. John and Ramona Morreale had daughter Christina and her husband Clyde Heath visiting. Aloria and Ammon their children are also here visiting for the weekend. They live in West Valley City up north. Speaking of Memorial day. Have you noticed the increase in the traffic lately. Driving home from Richfield we thought we had been transported to I-15 in Salt Lake it was so busy. So many cars out there and all the motels displaying "No Vacancy" signs. Whew. Good for business I suppose but the traffic is heavy so drive safely and watch all the time for those who are driving to fast or too slow. They cause problems. Catherine Littlefield, Rae Mathews, Art and I drove to Richfield to a Baby Shower for Joanna Jensen Curtis. It was a nice day and we got there safely and home just as safe. It was a nice trip. Well school is over and everyone is working summer jobs. Hope everyone has a safe and very fun summer. There were 24 graduates in the class this year and we wish them all a wonderful new adventure in their life. Hope all had a great Memorial Day weekend and kept safe and happy. Please call with your news or email me. I really appreciate the help with this column. Thanks VS
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A view looking towards Torrey taken from the SITLA land proposed for gravel pit development. Wayne P&Z
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P&Z hearing that the agenda would address two applications, first being, “A proposed zone change from ‘Exempt property, Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands’ to ‘Industrial,’” and second, “A conditional use permit with an intended use of sand and gravel removal,” the agenda was quickly changed to strike the first agenda item. Chairman Brian asked the Wayne County Attorney to, “Explain some additional research and conclusions, regarding the application for a zone change from ‘exempt’ to ‘industrial’.” County Attorney McCartney explained: “There was a question raised about the authority of the county to propose zoning requirements on SITLA. Because SITLA property is ‘exempt.’ Utah Code Annotated, Title 17 Chapter 27A Section 304 specifically says, ‘Unless provided by law, nothing contained in this chapter,’—and that chapter is the Utah Planning and Zoning chapter—‘may be construed as giving a county jurisdiction over property owned by the State or the United States.’” McCartney continued, “So because of that statute there was some question as to whether we could act, or had the authority to act. In consultation with SITLA, and after doing some research we determined that we did [only] have the authority to act on the con-
ditional use permit. So the application for the zoning change from ‘exempt’ to ‘industrial’ we will not act on today.” Five days later, at the Saturday morning special P&Z meeting, questions were raised by citizens present as to why SITLA had apparently changed their minds regarding a zoning change requirement. County Attorney McCartney explained that there had been a “third party challenger,” and that this challenger had been “an attorney for the Utah Association of Counties.” At Saturday’s meeting, as the zoning board enumerated the “conditions” by which the planning board would recommend approval of a conditional use permit to Brown Brothers Construction for a gravel pit, some citizens expressed frustration that there were no additional conditions placed above and beyond existing law and said that the process was being rushed. One county resident noted that in their findings, the commission was simply summarizing existing laws for licensure, fire and workplace safety, insurance requirements, decibel and dust control, signage, etc., as “requirements,” and that there is no need to include pre-existing Federal, State and Local laws, rules, and regulations in a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) because failure to follow such laws, rules and regulations are already a given condition of operating any enterprise or maintaining any property.
Residents expressed irritation that no additional “conditions” were put forth based on all of the local input the county had received. “We keep asking questions and you do not address any of these questions. You seem to keep pushing down anything that has to do with our concerns. And they [Brown Brothers] are going to make thousands of dollars. Why are you extending all of this interest in their well-being and not in ours?” asked one citizen. Another resident questioned, “Why is P&Z in such a hurry to start this operation? Why when there are so many unresolved issues. You say that takes time. Why can’t we take the time to do this correctly?” Commissioner Chappell responded, “I think we’ve taken time above and beyond. There are so many other things we as a board could be doing, you have not even seen the time we have taken. If it was rushed it would have been done two months ago.” As the meeting wound down and even prior to the final vote recommending approval of the project, the room began to clear, several citizens leaving with evident weariness and frustration. As one attendee at the Saturday meeting finally asked, “Is it possible for you [as the P&Z Commission] to talk to SITLA and tell them, “‘you’ve put us in a difficult situation?’” —Insider
USU-Southwest Adds Two "Work Now" Certificates PANGUITCH - In an effort to provide Bicknell, Junction and Panguitch residents with work skills that can be immediately used in the work force, Utah State UniversitySouthwest has added two new certificate programs – Digital Design and Web Business. “In addition to traditional degrees, we’ve seen a huge need to provide our community with training and skills they can use to go to work now,” said USU-Southwest’s Dean and Executive Director, Steve Hawks. “These certificates give people very tangible skills making them immediately more employable. And, USU now allows students to apply these certificate credits toward earning an associate degree.” These new certificates are part of USU-Southwest’s expanded career and technical education (CTE) offerings which provide students with practical skills and training for a variety of in-demand careers. According to Hawks, the new certificates may also be “stacked”, or combined with other coursework and general education classes to earn an associate degree from USU. The Board of Regents recently approved the addition of the programs which will diversify the CTE offerings available at USU. Each of the CTE certificates require 16-19 credit hours of coursework, and provides hands-on training to prepare students for entry-level employment in sectors with strong potential for career growth Bicknell,
Junction and Panguitch. “CTE provides students with technical skills relating to industry along with practical skills for the workplace, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork,” stated Stephanie Dahlstrom, USU-Southwest’s CTE coordinator. “We are excited to now offer these certificates because there is a huge need for these skills in nearly every small business in Bicknell, Junction and Panguitch.” The digital design certificate teaches students the fundamentals of website design, digital video production, graphics and communications technologies related to the development of marketing collateral. Students are provided with the initial tools to enhance business marketing through the latest digital equipment and software. The certificate can be applied towards an associate degree in IT support and web development. The web business certificate prepares students for a career in web development. Students learn the necessary skills to create, design and manage web pages for a business. They also learn technical components related to the performance, capacity, and measurement of a website’s speed and traffic capabilities. Employment of web developers is projected to grow as e-commerce continues to expand, and online purchasing is expected to grow faster than the traditional brick and mortar retail industry. The certificate can also be applied towards an
associate degree in IT support and web development. These new certification programs are the result of the 2015 Utah Cluster Acceleration Partnership (UCAP) grant award, a program designed to strengthen collaboration between education, industry, and economic development. The UCAP program provides funding to public postsecondary educational institutions to develop educational programs that are responsive to regional and statewide needs. For more information about CTE programs available in Bicknell, Junction and Panguitch, contact Stephanie Dahlstrom at stephanie.dahlstrom@usu.edu or call 435259-7432. —Utah State University Southwest
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LEGAL NOTICES ADVERTISEMEMT FOR BIDS BRYCE CANYON CITY Owner: Bryce Canyon City, PO Box 640028 Bryce Canyon City UT 84764 Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of the Bryce Canyon City – Park Improvements, which includes pavilion erection, electrical, flatwork and foundation. Also restroom construction, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and related work, will be received by Bryce Canyon City at the offices of Bryce Canyon City, 70 West 100 North, Bryce Canyon, Utah, until 2:00 p.m. June 2, 2016, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Jones & DeMille Engineering, 1535 South 100 West, Richfield, UT 84701, (435) 896-8266. For questions regarding the Bidders List and accessing project manual & plans, email Heather at heather.n@jonesanddemille.com; for project specific or technical questions, email Kendrick Thomas at Kendrick@jonesanddemille.com Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing office during business hours, upon payment of $40.00for each set, no part of which will be refunded. Electronic copy (PDF) may be obtained for download at www.jonesanddemille.com or www.questcdn.com. for $30.00. A pre-bid conference will be held at 9:00 a.m. local time on May 26, 2016 at the Bryce Canyon Fire Station, 70 West 100 North, Bryce Canyon City, UT. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is highly encouraged but is not mandatory. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a unit price basis as indicated in the Bid Form. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bidders shall submit evidence of qualifications to perform the Work as described in the Instructions to Bidders. May 13, 2016 Shiloh Syrett, Mayor Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider MAY 19 & 26 and JUNE 2, 2016 PUBLIC NOTICE GARFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT Garfield County School District Proposed Budgets The Garfield County School District will be proposing to the Board of Education the following: Fiscal Year 2016 Revised and Final Budget; and the Fiscal Year 2017 Proposed Budget. A public hearing will be held at Bryce Valley High School at 721 West Bryce Way in Tropic, Utah, on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 4:00PM. The hearing will be held in conjunction with the regular monthly Board of Education meeting. A copy of the budget can be obtained from the District’s website at: http:// www.garfield.k12.ut.us or from the District office at 145 East Center Street, Panguitch, Utah. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider MAY 26 and JUNE 2 & 9, 2016 PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION 2016-17 BUDGET LOA TOWN BUDGET 2015-16 AMENDMENT - Loa Town will amend the budget for 2015-16 fiscal year on Thursday, June 9, 2016 @ 8 pm located at 80 West Center at the Loa Town Hall, in conjunction with its regularly scheduled town board meeting. They will also hold a public hearing for the budget of the 2016-17 fiscal year and adopt the budget for the 2016-17 fiscal year, following the public hearing. If anyone would like to review the budget prior to this hearing and adoption, you may come to the Loa Town Hall, Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm All public is welcome to attend this public hearing prior to adoption. If you have any other questions, contact Michelle Brian at 435-836-2160. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2 & 9, 2016
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PUBLIC NOTICE SITLA The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration hereby gives notice that the following properties are being considered for disposal through sale in Garfield County: Township 37 South, Range 3 West, SLB&M, Section 36: N½, N½S½, SE¼SE¼, which contains 520 acres more or less. Any party asserting a claim to a temporary easement or right of entry in the subject property pursuant to 72-5-203, Utah Code Annotated who wishes to make such easement or right of entry permanent may file an appropriate application, as set forth in Utah Administrative Rule R850-80-250(2). Applications will be accepted during the following period of time: From 8:00 A.M. June 2, 2016 until 5:00 P.M. August 31, 2016 at TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION, 675 East 500 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, UT 84102, (801) 538-5100. Reference No.: PS 8577. Applications will be evaluated pursuant to Sections 53C-1-302 and 72-5-203(1)(a) (i), Utah Code Annotated. If no application is received, or if an application to make the temporary easement or right of entry permanent is not approved, the temporary easement or right of entry will be extinguished. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 9 & 16, 2016 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AUDITING SERVICES WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Wayne County School District invites qualified auditors having sufficient governmental accounting and auditing experience in performing an audit to submit a proposal. Specifications, eligibility, and selection criteria are outlined in a Request for Proposal Document that is available upon request by calling Heather Okerlund, Business Administrator at (435) 425-3813 or by email at heather.okerlund@waynesd.org. Mail three copies of your proposal in a sealed envelope marked “Financial Audit Proposal” no later than June 30, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. to: Wayne County School District Attn: Heather Okerlund (Financial Audit Proposal) PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715 Late proposals may be returned, unopened, to the proposer. Proposals submitted in accordance with this request shall be binding upon the proposers if accepted by the School District no later than 90 days from the date of the proposal. The School District reserves the right to accept any proposal that is, in its judgment, the best and most favorable to the interests of the School District and the public and to reject any or all proposals. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 2016 2016-2017 BUDGET HEARING AND ADOPTION TORREY TOWN Torrey Town will hold a public hearing for the 2016-2017 fiscal year budget on Thursday June 7, 2016, at 6:30pm for the purpose of accepting comments on the tentative budget for the 2016-17 fiscal year prior to adoption at the town council meeting. The town meeting will follow immediately after. A copy of the tentative budget is available for review at the town office, located at 75 E 100 North, Torrey Utah, between the hours of 10:00 -4:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. All public is welcomed to attend the public hearing prior to the adoption of the budget. If you have any questions, contact Colleen Dudleston Treasurer, @425-3600 Paula Pace, Town Clerk. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 2016 PUBLIC NOTICE TORREY TOWN The regularly scheduled Town Council Meeting of June 9th has been changed to Tuesday the 7th of June following the budget public hearing at 6:30. It will be held at the Torrey Town Hall Paula Pace Torrey Clerk. Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 2016 PUBLIC NOTICE BUDGET HEARING BICKNELL TOWN Bicknell Town’s Budget Hearing for 2016-2017 will be held on 9 June 2016, in conjunction with the regularly scheduled Town Council Meeting. It will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the town hall building, 64 W 100 N, Bicknell. Connie Durfey, Town Clerk Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 2016
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE SECURITY TITLE COMPANY OF GARFIELD COUNTY NO. 00021990 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 Courthouse located at 55 So. Main Street, Panguitch UT, Garfield County, Utah on June 28, 2016 at 10:00 of said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a Trust Deed originally executed by Colleen M. Henke as trustors, in favor of Lake Front Estates, Inc., covering real property located at 525 E. Fisherman's Lane, Panguitch Lake, UT 84759 and more particularly described as: All of Lot 3, Block B, Lake Front Estates, a Subdivision according to the Official Plat thereof, recorded in the office of the County Recorder of said County. Excepting therefrom all oil, gas and /or other minerals in, on or under said land, together with the right of ingress and egress for the purpose of exploring and/or removing the same. The Current beneficiary of the Trust Deed is Lake Front Estates, Inc. and the record owners of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Default are Colleen M. Henke. 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 Trustee'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: Security Title Company of Garfield County, Trustee /s/ Travis V. Hatch, President 15 No. Main Street/POBox 177 Panguitch, UT 84759 (435) 676-8808 Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 9 & 16, 2016 PUBLIC NOTICE BICKNELL TOWN Bicknell Town will be holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed Irrigation ordinance, on 9 June 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the town hall building, 64 W 100 N. Connie Durfey, Town Clerk Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider JUNE 2, 2016
Town & County MEETING Board GARFIELD COUNTY Garfield County office hours are Mon-Fri 9-5, closed 12-1 for lunch. Commission meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 10am in the commission chambers, 55 S. Main St., Panguitch. Agenda deadline: noon Friday before meetings. Clerk: Camille Moore, camille.moore@garfield.utah.gov. 435-676-1120. Antimony - Antimony Town Council meetings are 1st Thursdays at 7pm at the Civic Center. Clerk: Roma Henrie, antimonytown@scinternet.net. 435-624-3488. Boulder - Boulder Town office hours: Mon 11-1, Wed 1-2. Council meetings are 1st Thursdays, 7pm at Community Center. Agenda Deadline: 48 hours before the meeting. Clerk: Judy Davis, boulderutah@scinternet.net. 435-335-7300. Bryce - Bryce Canyon City Council meetings are 1st and 3rd Thursday at 10am at the public safety building. City manager Jean Seiler, ajeansiler@gmail.com. 435-231-1603. Cannonville - Cannonville Town Council meetings are 3rd Wednesdays at 7pm., canvtown@scinternet.net, 435-679-8784 Escalante - Escalante City office hours are Mon-Thurs 8-4, Fri 8-noon. Council meetings are 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7pm at the city council chambers. City recorder: Debbie Allen, escalant@scinternet.net, 435-826-4644 Hatch - Hatch Town Council meetings are 3rd Wednesdays at 7pm at Hatch Town Hall. Clerk: Jacie Torgerson, hatchut@ color-country.net 435-735-4364 Henrieville - Henrieville Town office hours are Mon-Fri 10-4. Council meetings are 2nd Thursdays at 7pm at the Town Hall. Clerk: Marie Jagger, henrievilletown@scinternet.net 435-6798581. Panguitch - Panguitch City office hours are Mon-Fri 8-5. Council meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30pm in the city offices. Agenda deadline: Noon Thursdays before meetings. Manager: Lori Talbot, lori.panguitchcity@gmail.com 435-676-8585. Tropic - Tropic Town office hours are Mon-Fri 8-2. Council meetings are the 2nd Thursdays at 6pm at Tropic Town Heritage Center. Agenda deadline: 1st Thursday. Clerk: Marie Neimann, tropic@color-country.net, 435-679-8713. WAYNE COUNTY Wayne County office hours are Mon-Fri 9-5, closed 12-1 for lunch. Commission meets 1st & 3rd Mondays at 10am in the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 S. Main., Loa. Agenda deadline Thursdays before noon. Clerk: Ryan Torgerson, ryan@ wayne.utah.gov, 435-836-1300 Bicknell - Bicknell Town council meetings are 1st Thursdays at 6pm (7pm May-November), Bicknell Town Hall. Agenda deadline 1st Tuesdays at noon. Clerk: Connie Durfey, bicknelltown@scinternet.net, 435-425-3315 Hanksville - Hanksville Town office hours are Tues-Thurs 10-2. Council meetings are the first Thursday of each month, at 7pm in the Hanksville Town Hall. Agenda deadline: 1st Mondays. Clerk: Lisa Wells, 435-542-3451. Loa - Loa Town office hours are Mon-Thurs 10-5. Council meetings are 2nd Thursdays at 8 pm in Loa Town Hall. Agenda deadline: 2nd Tuesdays by noon. Clerk: Michelle Brian, 435836-2160. Lyman - Lyman Town. Clerk: Dortha Chappell. 435-836-2346. Torrey - Torrey Town office hours are Wed-Thurs 10-4. Council meetings are 2nd Thursdays at 6:30pm at Torrey Town Hall. Agenda deadline: 1st Thursdays by noon. Clerk: Paula Pace, paula@torreyutah.gov, 435-425-3600
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Classified ads start at just $ 7 . 5 0 p e r we e k for 25 words or less. To place your ad, call 435-826-4400 or email snapshot@live.com HELP WANTED GARFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Administrator - Panguitch High School POSITION AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring a full-time Administrator for Panguitch Middle School and Panguitch High School. SALARY: Beginning Step and Lane according to the preliminary 2016-2017 Garfield County School District Administrative Salary Schedule. Salary ranges from approx. $58,339 - $73,148 depending on experience and college credits. This is a benefitted position including health insurance and Utah Retirement Systems (URS). QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a valid Utah Teaching License with an Administrative Endorsement. Previous administrative/teaching experience is preferred, but not required. All applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment back ground check. APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a GCSD Certified application, statement of leadership philosophy, resume, three current letters of recommendation, and university transcripts. Please direct questions to Superintendent Ben Dalton 435-676-8821or ben.dalton@garfk12.org and application packets to: Garfield County School District, P.O. Box 398, 145 East Center, Panguitch, Utah 84759 Online applications are available at: http://www.garfield. k12.ut.us/index.php/do/employment Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews. Garfield County School District reserves the right to refuse any applications. DEADLINE: Applications must be received by June 3, 2016 at 5:00 pm. Garfield County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. 6/2 RED SANDS HOTEL in TORREY is looking for a Housekeeper, part-time, call 901-915-2073 or apply in person at Red Sands Hotel. 6/2
REAL ESTATE
BICKNELL TOWN - Town Maintenance. Bicknell Town hiring a summer employee to assist with town maintenance. Job pays $8.00 an hour/no benefits. Must have a valid driver’s license. Call Scott Woolsey at 435-691-3129 for more information. Connie Durfey, Town Clerk 6/2 BACKCOUNTRY OUTFITTERS in TORREY is looking for someone to work in the shop/manager. Duties are dependent on the skill set and ability to learn but will include some or all of the following; retail sales assistant, phone reception, service sales assistant, merchandising, equipment upkeep, social media, inventory, product research, & marketing assistant. A large part of the retail shop duties are interacting directly with customers (tourists) who seek information about the area in general or Backcountry Outfitters services specifically. $10 - 15 an hour. Please contact Cody at 435-691-2639 or cody@backcountryoutfitters.com EDWARDS TRUCKING - OTR Flatbed Drivers. Needs to have 3 yrs driving experience with a clean MVR. Starting wage is negotiable. Run mostly the 11 western states. Home most weekends, stop/tarp pay, fuel bonus' and incentives payed quarterly. $500.00 Sign-On Bonus. Contact Derik at 435-691-1169 / edrtn wardstrucking@gmail.com
PROPERTY FOR SALE
Sandcreek RV Park - Torrey, UT For Sale by Owner. Serious Inquiries Only. Donna or Duane 435-425-3577
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Cozy cottage, 4 beds/2 baths, 1.39 acre corner lot with 1 share water Loa, UT, LOTS of garages plus tons of extra parking space for toy and vehicle storage $145,000.00. Joan Taylor, owner-broker JOAN L TAYLOR REALTY 801-808-4499, mobile/text joan@joantaylor.net ESCALANTE -2 homes for sale, each with 1.25 acres & 1/2 shar irrigation. Both are 3 b /2 b, one with a fabulous shop. $215k & $268k, 435-690-9177 Motivated Sellers!-
COMMERCIAL RENTALS ESCALANTE – Commercial Office Space, 520 W. Main St. One 9’x15’ corner unit office unit available, ideal for a oneto two- person small business. This is the last unit available in newly constructed 5-unit commercial office building, with Main Street frontage. Amenities include foyer, two bathrooms, break room/kitchen. An ideal location for real estate agency, attorney, accountant/bookkeeper, non-profit, or other service related business. Call 435-826-4400 for a tour and pricing.
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BASS GUITAR PLAYER - Do you play the Bass Guitar and would like to play in a Blues/ Rock centered Wayne County ensemble band? Contact Robert Scranton by sending email to rob@scrantonnet.com
BICKNELL TOWN 12 STEP MEETING - Bicknell Town Hall. AA/Addiction Recovery Wed. @ 7 pm: Step & Tradition Study Sat. @ 7 pm: Open Discussion NAR-ANON MEETINGS for family and friends of addicts, Fridays @7pm PANGUTICH CITY - 12 STEP MEETING, Addiction recovery program. 178 N. 400 E. Weds @ 7pm Closed meeting discussion.
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Joining Your Friend's Wedding Party Without Going Broke by nathanIel sIllIn
If a close friend or family member is getting married it's an honor to be asked to join the wedding party. However, if your budget is tight because you're saving up for a financial goal, paying off bills or have had a recent financial reversal like the loss of a job, you might need to do some thinking before you say yes. The average spend by bridesmaids and groomsmen can exceed $1,000 for clothing, wedding and shower gifts, bachelorette or bachelor party expenses and other incidentals. Add any number of factors – more expensive dresses, a purchased tuxedo, an upscale gift registry, a destination wedding – and suddenly, the cost of standing up for a friend's wedding can rival a rent payment, or beyond. It can be tough to refuse a friend who wants you to be in his or her wedding – planning, saving and bargaining can help you avoid having to turn them down. Here are some ideas to potentially lower the wedding party's costs on the key items: Clothing. Men luck out a bit in the tuxedo rental department because group discounts are often available for wedding parties. (Note to guys: If you're not going to get at least four wearings out of a tux, you may want to forego buying one.) However, for women, the landscape can get trickier – you'll probably
never wear that dress again. So maybe it's time for negotiation with the couple. If the dresses or suits don't have to be identical, you can consider secondhand shops and online resale sites that can save significant money. Second-hand can be a big winner as well. Gifts. With more prewedding events going co-ed, men and women in wedding parties may be buying both shower and wedding gifts for the couple. How can you cut that cost? The attendants can split a bigger gift at a lower cost per person. If you're already investing a significant amount of money in the wedding, consider a more sentimental gift that won't cost as much but will still be meaningful. If you want an alternative option to the typical registry gift, think about contributing to the couple's honeymoon fund. Travel. Start searching for discounts the minute you're asked to participate, particularly on air and hotel – waiting will likely impact your budget. If the wedding is out of town or if overnight stays become a necessity, driving or rooming with other attendants can be a good option. Food costs can be cut by packing food for the drive. If friends live near by the wedding destination, ask if you can stay with them. Stay close to the proceedings – after all, cabs and onsite rental car costs add up, so it's wise
to minimize travel distances. One last tip – check all your travel options one last time before you head to the wedding. Check to see if there are any special deals, price changes or upgrades to your travel or accommodations that you can take advantage of. Pre-wedding celebrations. Bachelor and bachelorette parties are notorious for being over-the-top, but that doesn't mean you have to empty your savings to show the couple a good time. For safety and savings, consider locations with plenty of restaurants and bars close together so you can walk from place to place. Home-based parties can be a fun option, too. After considering all these options, what if you still need to say no? Don't wait. Be early and be honest with your friend. And offer to help in any way you can. Bottom line: Before you say "yes" to the dress, the tuxedo or the other list of expenses common to the wedding party, do some thinking about alternatives the couple might go for. The right amount of finesse and creativity can preserve your friendship and your budget. Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa's financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www. twitter.com/PracticalMoney.
Fantastic Deals Make it a Great Time to Visit Bryce Canyon National Park and Ruby’s Inn
Even locals can "get away" for a couple of days by taking advantage of Ruby's Inn Summer Savings deal, which offers 30% off a second night's stay, between June 19 and July 8. BRYCE CANYON CITY As Ruby’s Inn continues to celebrate its centennial year, the historic hotel is offering travelers ways to save this summer with a special deal running from June 19 through July 8. “Now is a great time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park,” said Lance Syrett, general manager of Ruby’s Inn — which offers the closest lodging to the park. “The temperatures have warmed up, allowing visitors to see all the beautiful nooks and breathtaking vistas of Bryce Canyon.” Ruby’s Inn encourages visitors to take their time by
offering the Summer Savings deal. Following their first night, visitors can get 30 percent off each additional night’s stay. This special also includes a free copy of the Bryce Canyon Auto and Hiking Guide. During the day, families can enjoy additional outdoor activities at historic Ruby’s Inn, including ATV tours, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and horsedrawn wagon rides. At night, visitors can see thousands of stars light up the sky. When it’s time to eat and relax, the resort offers on-site dining, an indoor pool and unique shopping at Old Bryce Town.
“The unique cowboy dinner show at our own Ebenezer’s Barn and Grill is always a popular attraction,” said Jean Seiler, director of marketing for Ruby’s Inn. “After a fun day of exploring the outdoors and reconnecting with your family, enjoy Ebenezer’s great food and classic, Old West entertainment.” The entrance fee to the park ($30 per carload, which is valid for seven days) includes unlimited use of the Bryce Canyon Shuttle, which begins and ends at Ruby’s Inn and takes guests to the park’s visitor center and many scenic viewpoints. —Ruby's Inn
June 2, 2016