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An Old Juniper Snag at Capitol Reef National Park
Locals in Tropic Smash World Record
TROPIC - When the world is looking for greatness, it will always find it housed within the small towns of southern Utah. A small-town Father and Son from Tropic, Utah decided to promote their two small businesses by attempting to break a Guinness World Record. Rob Brannon and his son, Josiah Brannon (aka, “The Ripped Ranger”) leveraged their SoccetBall training skills to break an existing Guinness World Record held by YouTube Superstar, Tyler Toney, (the Bearded Guy) of DUDE PERFECT. Josiah smashed the Guinness World Record for the “Farthest Basketball Shot Made with the HEAD" on June 24, 2019
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"This picture of an old Juniper snag was taken in Capitol Reef National Park. " —Bill Sanders, Torrey This photo was taken by Bill Sanders for The Insider photo contest. So many great photos were submitted, that we decided to highlight all of our favorites over the coming weeks. Thanks to all who participated! Keep them coming. We may feature yours in a future issue!
Wells Fargo Branch Closure Leaves Escalante’s Future Financial Services in Limbo
GARFIELD COUNTY The Garfield County Commissioners held their regular meeting, including three public hearings, on Monday, July 22. The initial Board reports touched on the meetings and activities the three commissioners have engaged in since the last commission meeting, without going into much detail: Commissioner David Tebbs reported on continuing work revising the county’s business license ordinance, on a scheduled meeting he’ll attend with Rep. Stewart’s office and Zion National Park
regarding a new visitation plan, and on the plans to expand parking at Mossy Cave pullout and Hwy 12. Commissioner Jerry Taylor reported on a trip to Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller, Alberta and his meeting there with staff and Dr. Phillip Curry to discuss the museum and “how they put it together.” Taylor mentioned the museum’s claim to fame is being the “Dinosaur Capitol of the World,” with fossils coming from the same period as those in Grand Garfield Commission Cont'd on page 6
BLM Utah to Offer 146 Parcels in September Oil and Gas Lease Sale
SALT LAKE CITY - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that it will offer 146 parcels of land, totaling nearly 183,520 acres, at its September quarterly oil and gas lease sale. The parcels are on lands managed by BLM’s Canyon Country, Color Country, Green River and West Desert Districts. The BLM
will hold the lease sale online at www.energynet.com. Revenues from onshore oil and gas production on federal lands directly fund the U.S. Treasury and state budgets, and support public education, infrastructure improvements, and other statedetermined priorities. Fortyeight percent of lease sale revenue goes to the state while the rest goes to the U.S. Treasury. The state also receives
half of the revenue from royalties if oil and gas are developed on the lease. The BLM is a key contributor to the America-First Energy Plan, an all-of-theabove strategy that includes oil and gas, coal, strategic minerals, and renewable sources such as wind, geothermal, and solar – all of Oil and Gas Leases Cont'd on page 7
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Wells Fargo Bank's Escalante branch will close its doors at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. ESCALANTE – The “break up” letter came in early July. Wells Fargo Bank customers received a brief letter, dated July 5, 2019, thanking them for “being a valued Wells Fargo customer.” The letter also informed them that
Wells Fargo is leaving town, with the Escalante branch due to close its doors on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at noon, sharp. The impending closure leaves Escalante and Boulder residents and businesses with a number of uncertainties.
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Teasdale's Red Rock Cultural Hall by Janice King Schiefelbine
TEASDALE - Many of us have traveled to distant cities and enjoyed rich historical buildings and churches, yet we sometimes do not recognize or value the rich architectural treasures in our own communities. In our country, many buildings are torn down or run down because of “progress,”expediency, or just to replace them with a more modern idea. This might have been the fate of the unique building, the Old Rock Hall/Cultural Hall in
Teasdale, were it not for the resources and great energies expended by a few citizens to save this lovely structure from dilapidation and ruin. The town of Teasdale, like other mid Wayne County communities, was once a thriving, independent family community with its own school, store, ward, and church. Uniquely, the town had also built a separate CulTeasdale Cultural Hall Cont'd on page 2
REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA
THURS. AUGUST 1 - WED. AUGUST 7
Thunderstorm chances kick off August on Thursday and Sunday. Otherwise, partly cloudy skies. Highs this week in the 80s. Lows in the 50s. Rain chances range from 20 - 40%. Happy August!
Key questions are whether--or for how long—Wells Fargo’s ATM services will remain in place after the branch building closes, or whether another bank will be interested in locating a branch to the area. It’ll be the first time in 46 years that Escalante has not continuously had a local bank branch, in one form or another. “Starting in the early 70s we had Iron County Bank, and then it was Dixie State Bank, then First Security, and then Wells Fargo,” said Sue Mosier, who retired as a teller from Wells Fargo’s local branch, after working for all four banks since the mid-1970s. During each of these transitions, each new bank bought the previous bank’s building and accounts, which meant uninterrupted local banking services. “It sounds like we might have to wait a year before another bank can come in here, said Mosier. “Where will businesses get change? Plus it’s putting four people out of work.” According to another Branch Closure Cont'd on page 10
Trogons and Barbets and Hornbills, OH MY! Malaysia Part 1
ESCALANTE / MALAYSIA - Great Argus. Crested Fireback. Red-bearded Bee-eater. Chestnutbacked Scimitar Babbler. Bornean Bald Laughing Thrush. These Malaysian bird names would whet the appetite of any serious birder. Malaysia, plus Sumatra and Java, form the Sundaland Zoological Region, separated from lands to the south and east (parts of Indonesia, New Guinea, the Philippines) by the Makassar Malee KoK chung rine Trench, over 5 miles deep. Wal- Rhinoceros Hornbill showing its large, ornamented bill. laces’s Line, named It seemed that Malaysia a guide Lee Kok Chung, or for Alfred Russell Wallace was the area which held the just “Lee”, who seemed able who noted many differences highest number of both Life to see and hear birds ordinary between the faunas on either side, follows the trench. (Wal- Birds and Life Families (4) for people can’t. Big, colorful lace was gathering data at the me, so I signed up for back-to- birds are one thing, but there same time as Charles Darwin back birding trips: 8 days with are lots of small, crypticallyand generated a similar evo- 4 other birders on the Malay colored species which are lutionary theory.) Sundaland Peninsula, which hangs off hard to spot on the dark forwas a rainforest refuge dur- the bottom of Thailand, and est floor. Lee made sure we all ing the last glacial maximum 10 days in the Sabah Prov- saw virtually everything. Most of our time on the of the Pleistocene, preserving ince (NE corner) of the island of Borneo, to the east. It was the seeds of the wide diversity Malaysia Pt 1 of plants and animals which our good fortune to have as Cont'd on page 4 inhabit it today.
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tural Hall that hosted the town’s many social events: ward parties, wedding receptions, dances, and holiday pageants, to name a few. Having the cultural hall separated from the church was distinctive in itself, but the design of this hall was what truly set it apart. It was built of huge red sandstone blocks from the local area. The roof was a rounded rectangle that was probably inspired by the rounded roof of the Salt Lake Tabernacle - quite a proud connection to the capital for a wee town in the outskirts. Times changed and Teasdale changed. Children grew, many moved to other areas. The demographics changed from many young families to a smaller population. First the school closed and was sold. Then the store closed, the ward was consolidated with the Torrey Ward, and the town did not incorporate. The little town lost a lot of its centrality and newcomers were not aware of the vitality that the community institutions once had. The school burned down many
years ago, the store went from one private party to another but when the white church was torn down and hauled away, the only remaining symbol of the community was the old red rock Cultural Hall. Then the owner of the hall, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, deemed the old hall too hazardous and expensive to maintain. First it closed it from further use. Then it put the Hall on the sales block. This could have been a turning point for the hall - as we see from the school and church, closure could have led to many outcomes including modification, privitization, destruction - who knows? Fortunately, some citizens were ready to step up for the preservation of this grand though somewhat remote building. A private citizen not wanting to see it destroyed, purchased the hall from the church. Simultaneously, a group of citizens organized the Teasdale Historical Society for the sole purposeful saving and restoring the old hall. When the purchaser discovered the Society, he was willing to sell the rock hall to the Society for just about his costs. At last, the
red rock hall came to a group with an eye on the restoration, preservation and utilization of the hall. Of course, these lofty aims take money and lots of it. The THS launched an ambitious plan to raise funds for tables and chairs for the old hall so it could once again be opened for social gatherings as it historically had served. Several hard working, dedicated citizens again stepped up. Martha Mae Coombs Ralston and Charlotte Williams began a drive to hold an Old Rock Cultural Hall “garage sale” in conjunction with Pioneer celebrations near July 24th. For weeks these two ladies and many other dedicated persevering citizens collected items, organized them for display and priced them so the public could come to the Hall to purchase “treasures”. On the weekend of July 19th and 20th the old doors were opened to the public. Martha Mae, Charlotte and their tireless workers served both days welcoming shoppers, including many who had never been in the Hall before. How nice it was to again have the old rock hall serving the community. The support, including
generous donations, raised the funds needed for the tables and chairs. (All the display tables at the sale were borrowed.). In fact, the flea market sale was extended for an additional week end, July 26th and 27th, to welcome more community shoppers and visitors to BIFF. The gratifying point is, the community values this historical gem. Keeping historical and cultural architectural treasures takes appreciation, effort and commitment. When citizens are willing and come forward, all of us enjoy the beauty and meaning of the building. I am proud of the people who not only gave lip service to their heritage, but made personal organized commitment and sacrifice to preserve a distinctive building that comes to us from our beloved town ancestors. I encourage everyone to join in this effort by supporting fund raising for the Hall, and to connect to our history by holding and attending events there. Doing so incorporates our lives into and continues the grand history of the Teasdale Red Rock Hall. Janice King Schiefelbine is a Teasdale Native. She currently resides in Torrey.
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Beyond corruption (cesspool) - Garfield County Assessor (Joseph Thompson – since 2002 ?) – was paying himself a bonus of >$150,000 (over last 17 years). How ? – Here is how. (1) Panguitch City owned open land (Parcel # P-578, 13.82 total acres.). Deeding means selling, donating, giving away, etc. (2) GRM (Garfield Ready Mix – Cement plant owned by county assessor Joseph Thompson – value >$500,000 but county assessor valued it $0 so taxes paid was $0. (3) County Assessor’s Story #1 for >5 years – The land owner was / is Panguitch City so the assessed value of GRM was zero. Commonsense – Church, city, county, state, etc; are exempted from valuation and taxes. But church or city or county cannot build a casino and claim exemption. (4) Story # 2 (for >5 years) – GRM had status of centralized assessment by the state. This was as bogus as it could be. Centralized assessment is done by state when corporation is located in multiple counties (like railway). (5) Story # 3 – GRM is exempted from taxes because it was offered “Privileged Employer” (hire too many people at much higher salaries) by city and county. cities, counties, states, countries enter into privileged employer status. Example – In 2018, Amazon guaranteed minimum of 5,000 jobs, each paying $140,000 / year. In return Amazon asked for tax exemption for 12 years. New York city residents opposed and rejected the deal (power of democracy / civilized society – public is the owner – not government cronies). HARSHAD visited Panguitch City to access and review the contract / agreement between GRM and Panguitch City (as “Privileged Employer”. First – Lori Talbot (city Manager) had no clue. When HARSHAD explained whole enchilada with documents, her response was “ If it (agreement / contract) existed, it would be hard to find now. ------------.” This was beyond frustration.”. Commonsense – Contracts, agreements, etc. exist for ever. TARLA H. DESAI bought Marianna Inn (Parcel # P-455) in 1992 (27 years ago). Doesn’t records exist in city and county ? Can I grab my neighbor’s land if the city / county records are >50 year old ? (6) With cases in courts + HARSHAD’s persistence on the issue, Garfield County Assessor (Joseph Thompson) created parcel within parcel for his GRM (cement plant) – Parcel # P-577-5 in Parcel # P-578 (County record of August 08, 2018, plat #42 ). Why is it (newly created parcel within parcel) P 577-5 and not P 578-5 ? (7) It is illegal for Panguitch City Council (the city council members are liable individually for activity) to deed (sell) 2.53 acres to GRM (Garfield County Assessor) without due process and public knowledge + public approval + valuation by licensed appraiser. Panguitch City Council’s authority – it can rent city properties. It cannot sell or buy any property without due process. Does any of city council members has any clue on this (illegal activity + loss of revenue which is in tens of thousands) ? (8) Garfield County Commission seems to have no clue. With >90% republican registration, it’s a cesspool of culture like “You scratch my back and we scratch your’s when you get an itch. Hell with public, voters, tax payers, liability, accountability. We are authorities. -----------.” (9) Other entities lost tens of thousands each over decades. Garfield School District Board increased (twice) the rate in last 5 years but failed to understand the existence of cesspool (leakage, wastage, people not paying their dues, etc.). (10) Assessor(s) cannot create parcels within parcels at his/her / their wills. (11) GRM paid $0 in property taxes for >15 years. The amount can be $50,000 to $100,000. Isn’t it nice chunk of bonus ? (12) When county plat is edited, modified, etc; the effective date should change accordingly. (13) What is the meaning of paying $12,000 / year to Mr. Barry Huntington just to sit in the council meeting. Where is his position (to city council, county commission, etc.) on all this ever expanding cesspool ? NOTE: city and county attorney is not authority. He/she is counselor (advisor). His / her advice needs to be on record + public record for public to access. Folks! Wake up. There are holes in our local governing systems where elephants are passing thru. Wake up before you have to pay for it. (14) bottom line – GRM (cement plant owned by Joseph Thompson – county assessor) – property tax $ 0 because land owner was / is Panguitch City. The assessor used bogus stories over years. In 2018, he created parcel in parcel (P-577-5 in P-578). According to county records, GRM (Joseph Thompson – owner of GRM + county assessor) valued P-577-5 as $ $129,200.00 (Land value - $18,000 for 2.53 acres + $121,200 for plant & buildings) and paid $ 1515.57 in taxes (in 2018). How is this ? Did the city sold 2.36 acres for $18,000 ? How is building + cement plant valued for $121,200 ? What about property taxes ($0) prior to 2018 (in total amount of $50,000 to >$100,000) ? Harshad P. Desai, Panguitch
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Dee Hatch Invited to Ride in Day of '47 Parade in Salt Lake City, Summer Temps, Alfalfa, and the Upcoming Wayne County Fair by aduS dorSey ii
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Dee Hatch riding in the Day of '47 Parade in Salt Lake City on July 24, 2019. WAYNE COUNTY Dee Hatch is history and continues to make history statewide. Utah Honor Flight invited Dee Hatch to ride in a 1941 Willie’s Army Jeep in the Days of '47, July 24th Pioneer Day parade in Salt Lake City; a proud experience for the Hatch family to see Grandpa Dee participate in such a notable event two months before he is to turn one hundred years old. When asked how was it riding in the 2019 Days of '47 Parade, Dee said, “There sure were a lot of people along the parade route and I don’t know if they all saw me, but I sure saw all of them.” Wayne County Weather. Anyone that has lived in Wayne County more than five summers (or have relatives that live in the vicinity) knows that summertime temps in Rabbit Valley can range from 30 to 90 degrees on any given day between the summer solstice in June all the way to Labor day. With the present day 24 – 7 news cycle it seems extreme temperatures throughout the world occupy about a quarter of the air time, but in reality past weather data show that in places like Wayne County, thanks goodness, daily temps are generally about what they have always been. In the news. Last week GM debuted the new Corvette — the C8, as it is known— and according to the research firm, Strategic Vision, aging Corvette buyers aren’t getting any younger. The median age of a Corvette convertible buyer is a staggering 67 years old. The same firm of millennials finds the median age for the BMW 6-series is a relatively spry 54, and the Nissan GT-R, a youthful 33. In stark contrast, the median age of Wayne County truck buyers is 15. So if you are 60 – 70 something and having hot flashes and you don’t have money enough to buy a new Corvette convertible, take it for what it is worth and pour a tall glass of ice-cold lemonade and find yourself some shade. If you haven’t noticed the first cutting of hay in Wayne County is complete and most of the farmers in the valley of the rabbit are feeling accomplished but the work of making a living in Wayne County constantly marches on. Stacks and huge rolls of hay are beginning to take shape on every flat piece of ground that there is. The 2019 Utah Ag hay report numbers are starting to roll in and read like something on a ticker tape from a Wall Street Stock Market report. The Utah Department of
Ag report guidelines for Alfalfa Hay: Visual exam and intent of sale; Relative Feed Value (RFI.); Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF); Crude Protein (CP). USDA Grades are based on 100 % Dry Matter Content. All prices are in dollars per ton, FOB at stack, Unless Otherwise noted. Bales large and small. RFV calculated using the W is/ Minn formula. TDN CP calculated using the Western formula. Values based on 100; dry matter. (Utah) Central Area: Alfalfa: Supreme # 1 Dairy No. 1; Premium Dairy: 180.00 — 220.00; Good: 180.00 – 150.00; Fair: No Quotes Low: No Quotes. Oat Hay: No Quotes. Small Bales (price per bale): $5.00 - $8.00 After some personal hay investigation and a conversation with Ryan Mortenson from the Utah Department of Agriculture, Ryan mentioned, “to some and depending on who you talk to, the first cutting of hay in the season is generally considered to be preferential for various reasons, some of those reasons include more or less grass and the amount of leafy material in the Alfalfa.” Ryan also quipped that if you were to do a survey of, lets say forty three Wayne County horses, a majority would indicate that they favor the first cutting more so than the second cutting of hay that takes place, when it is hotter in the season and the hay consistency is different. In a casual hay conversation around Grandma Pace’s kitchen table with Dicky and Philly, the explanation of what cutting is partial to their animals is, let’s just say was less scientific. They can go in to great detail about colic and bloating, and both agree with Uncle Roe, that always said that the third cutting was only good for pigs. And as is generally the case in these types of controversial farm related discussions, always the lady, Grandma graciously reserves
comment. But if you were to ask Wayne County Commissioner Dennis Blackburn, being the politician that he is, he would tell you that there is nothing better than the smell of fresh cut Alfalfa early in the morning. If you have gassed up at Harry’s in Loa in the last week or so you have surely noticed what to appear to be clumps of curiously looking Pumpkin seeds on every surface in or around the gas pumps. Upon closer investigation you might even realize that the clumps are moving, (and if you have been drinking you might even think about turning yourself in.) If when going inside Brian Farm to pay for your gas at the counter and you were to ask Shane, he would tell you that those green bugs are a local phenomenon that take place every year right after the first cutting of hay and mysteriously disappear just as fast as they showed up. According Wikipedia, the green Pumpkin stinkbug's color is typically bright green, with narrow yellow, orange, or reddish edges. It is a large, shield-shaped bug with an elongate, oval form and a length between 13–18 mm. Both adults and nymphs have large stink glands on the underside of the thorax extending more than halfway to the edge of the metapleuron. They discharge large amounts of this foul-smelling liquid when disturbed. This liquid, dried and pulverized, was once used at industrial level to reinforce the smell of some acids. Now it's been replaced by artificial composites. Just a reminder, the 2019 Wayne County World’s Fair is coming right up, August 12th thru the 17th. The Wayne County Fair Board has been busy to ensure this year’s big event is one of the best, and if the Fair poster is any indication of what is coming, there is going to be plenty of exciting things to do so highlight your calendar.
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Tropic residents, Rob and Josiah Brannon, broke the Guinness World Record for the "Farthest Basketball Shot Made with the Head" in the Bryce Valley High School gym on June 24, 2019. World Record Cont'd from page 1
inside the Bryce Valley High School gym located in Tropic, Utah where Josiah played basketball in High School. Josiah broke the world record by a whopping 14 inches using his life-long skills in SoccetBall. His new world record is: 38 feet, 3 1/2 inches - the distance from the half-court line to the basket using only his head! Josiah, who was born
in Africa, and his family invented SoccetBall while living in Chad, Africa. Rob owns “Prodigy Sports International” a sports innovation company and Josiah owns “JB Fitness” a personal fitness company. The Josiah and Rob are presenting a copy of the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD framed certificate to the student body of Bryce Valley High School, where the world record was broken, in order to challenge the student athletes at BVHS to break an-
other basketball World Record by this time next year! Rob and Josiah stated, “Thanks to everyone throughout the town of Tropic who helped us accomplish this goal. We could never have done it without each of you!” To watch a YouTube video of this World Record set at the Bryce Valley High School gym, visit www.soccette.com or search for the “SoccetBall” channel on YouTube. —Prodigy Sports International
peninsula was spent in lowland forests or coastal wetlands. Living in a cold desert as we do, I’d forgotten how oppressive and enervating very humid, hot climates can be, and it took some getting used to. Leeches love it, I can tell you that! Thankfully, there was a mid-trip break on Frasier’s Hill, only 4200’ in elevation, but delightfully cool by comparison. Visiting a variety of habitats brought great rewards, including the strange Rail-Babbler, in a family of its own, and Green Broadbill, belonging to a family which also includes African Broadbill (which I missed last year!). Green Broadbills are primarily fruit eaters, but a second, strictly SE Asian family of Broadbills are insect eaters. They are all quite colorful and very finely-feathered so, like our Cedar Waxwings, look like painted porcelain birds. All Broadbills require primary forest, which is rapidly being destroyed. Some Old World bird families found in Malaysia have ecological equivalents in the New World. Colorful and iridescent Sunbirds feed on nectar and small insects
August 1, 2019 the New World tropics. These include the beautiful Trogons and the stout-beaked Barbets. Most species of the latter will sit in one place for hours, uttering their loud and monotonous calls – it’s enough to drive you nuts! I could go on and on about the avian wonders of the Malay Peninsula – Pittas and Piculets, Wren-babblers and Cuckoo-doves, Peacockpheasants and Hanging lee KoK chung A male Rail-Babbler in a display Parrots… Suffice it to say I was delighted with pose. our list of 230, of which 100 species and 2 familike our Hummingbirds do, although they are not the cham- lies were new. And that’s not pion hovercraft that hummers to say we ignored everything are. Hornbills are fruiteaters else. There are, among other with very large bills (the Ma- things, many species of squirlay name for one species is rels and other rodents, giant “chop down mother-in-law’s forest hogs, and numerous house”), as are the Toucans of monkeys. There was even a Central and South America. rumor of a surviving tiger or There are 8 species of Horn- two. On to Borneo!…in my bill in Malaysia. We saw all but 1, the Helmeted Hornbill, next column. which is becoming quite rare, as some locals have discovered that part of the bill is ivory-like and can be carved into tourist trinkets. Other Malaysian bird families have relatives in either the same or a closely-related family in
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Better Estate Planning by Jeffery J. McKenna An effective estate plan has many benefits. In the broadest sense, estate planning includes the process of accumulating, managing, and distributing property over the course of a lifetime. Satisfaction comes from knowing your objectives, taking practical approaches to achieve them, and avoiding hazards in the process. An effective estate plan involves recognizing and coping with four financial challenges: 1. Dying Too Soon. For those with a sense of responsibility to loved ones, one of the greatest concerns is providing for them. Savings plans, retirement accounts, life insurance, and estate plans are just a few of the ways to assure financial security for loved ones. 2. Outliving One’s Resources. As time passes, the possibility of outliving one’s financial resources can be a concern. Many people will reduce what they spend today to ensure that they have ample funds for the later years. It can be a challenge to balance present and future needs. 3. Emergencies. Estate planning may ease the hazards of illness, accidents, and other unforeseen economic hardships. We can accumulate savings in order to be prepared, but insurance assumes greater importance as costs increase. Medical, automobile, homeowners, and other insurance policies
can help lessen the possibility that an emergency will unnecessarily deplete economic resources. 4. Mental and Physical Disability. It is vitally important to plan for adequate income and management of assets, in the event that a mental or physical disability impairs a person’s ability to manage his or her property. A number of financial arrangements, including various types of trusts and powers of attorney, can be created to help deal with the need for assistance in asset management. These trusts can also be set up for disabled family members. Addressing each of the above concerns is the essence of an effective estate plan. Many people view estate planning, and particularly addressing the above concerns, as an overwhelming task. A good estate planning attorney can help bring order to what may otherwise seem to be too difficult to accomplish on your own. Your estate planning attorney will take an organized approach to decide what is needed. Your attorney will help you focus on the “essential elements” of estate planning – the people in your life, the property you own, your plans for the future, and the persons who will assist you in achieving your goals. Like a building project, with the help of your attorney, you will start with your “blueprint” for setting out a plan. You will determine the essen-
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My father-in-law was an airborne controller for Strategic Air Command. Translation: He's the guy who decided which target to attack and how. But my husband didn't quite know how to explain that to our six-year-old son. Instead, he said that his father had flown in airplanes. "Did he fly the planes?" our son asked. "No" "So he was the one who handed out the pretzels?"
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Now with a Panguitch Office at 46 North Main Street to serve clients in and around Garfield County. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for over 20 years. He is licensed and serves clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, please feel free to contact him at 435 6281711 or jmckenna@barneymckenna.com or visit the firm’s website at WWW.BARNEY-MCKENNA.COM. He would enjoy hearing from you.
When my daughter, Brittany, was 4 or 5, she was having some "growing pains" in her legs and needed to take some aspirin. She had the bottle and was trying in vain to get it open while I changed her baby sister's diaper. I saw her frustration and explained that it was a childproof cap and I would have to open it when Ifinished. Eyes wide with wonder, Brittany asked, "How does it know it's me?"
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I was pleased that the brightly striped sweater I had received as a gift seemed to have a slimming effect on my figure. "That's a pretty sweater, Mommy," my six-year-old son told me. "You look like Wheel of Fortune." "Thank you, sweetheart," I replied, "But I think you mean that I look like Vanna White." "No, Mom," he said. "I mean you look like the wheel."
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PANGUITCH - Faye Miller passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 20, 2019. She was born September 25, 1926 to Bernard Haycock and Elma Judd in Panguitch, Utah. Faye graduated from Garfield High School in Panguitch and began her career with the phone company while waiting for her high school sweetheart (Nyal) to return from World War ll. Upon Nyal’s return, they were soon married in the St George Temple on Oct 3, 1946. Faye and Nyal were married for 67 years and resided in Cedar City their entire married lives. Nyal passed away in 2013. Faye was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints. She served in several positions and was a dedicated visiting teacher. Faye’s most treasured calling was working as an ordinance worker, with Nyal, at the St George Temple for nearly 5 years. Faye was also an active member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, where she served as Company Historian of the Coal Creek Camp. Faye was an avid bowler and loved her association with other lady bowlers. She could roll a 200 game and garnered several 500 series. Faye was instrumental in obtaining property and helping Nyal finance a cabin near Panguitch Lake where they loved to spend time together, and with family. Mom loved the Utah Jazz and looked forward to every game on TV. She had a printed schedule and kept track of wins and losses. Faye loved to walk. She walked to and from work and frequented most of the tracks in Cedar City. Faye was a lover of everything chocolate and coached Nyal in the making of legendary peanut butter fudge and peanut butter balls! Her grandkids said this about Faye: "There are not words to describe what an awesome person Grandma was. Her spunky personality and zest for life was contagious. She had a great sense of humor and an amazing laugh. She was the perfect combination of fun, elegance, and class. Even in her final days, grandma was wearing the perfect shoes with the perfect outfit and completed her look with the perfect jewelry." Grandma loved to spoil her grandkids and great grandkids. She would study the latest styles and ensure they received the best gifts. It was amazing that she was always right on the mark with style and sizes. The grandkids loved and looked forward to the surprises inside beautifully wrapped Christmas and birthday gifts. Grandma loved chocolate. We looked forward to “Coke Time” when she would bring out the chocolate, the best of which was hidden in a bedroom drawer. Grandma loved her family. She proudly displayed photos of her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids on her piano, shelves, and walls. She loved to tell visitors all about her family and all their successes. Grandma loved her religion and lived it to the fullest. It is comforting that she is now embracing her husband and her mother, whom she missed dearly. We love you Grandma, and we miss you so. Till we meet again. Faye is survived by children Sonja Black (John) of Cedar City, UT.; Ross (Deborah) of Mesquite, NV; 7 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Nyal; her parents; all of her siblings and their spouses; and all of Nyal’s siblings and their spouses. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Cedar 17th Ward Chapel (256 S 900 W) in Cedar City, UT. Visitations were held Friday, July 26 from 6-8:00 PM, at Southern Utah Mortuary (190 N 300 W) in Cedar City, UT and Saturday, July 27 at the Cedar 17th Ward Chapel from 9:30-10:30AM. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be made at www.sumortuary.com. Our family would like to extend sincere appreciation to the many who provided loving care both in and outside of the home. You know who you are, and we love you for helping us take care of Mom
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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com The twenty-forth coming on a Wednesday meant smaller crowds, but that didn’t cut back on the enthusiasm. As usual, there was the big parade and a whole lot of candy for the kiddies and the Fire Fighters did their thing squirting water and cooling the crowd, on a hot day. Art Cooper was the Grand Marshall, and he well deserved the honor. He has been in State Legislature and served on the City Council and 4 years as the Mayor. Art, for the last few years, has been giving guided tours of Panguitch for anyone interested. Art is a great Ambassador for the Town. The Lions Club is celebrating their 90 birthday with a float. Not to be outdone, the Panguitch American Legion was showing off their 30 Model A, with posters announcing their 100 years of Veteran’s serving America. There were many floats this year, and the Class of 69’ was out in full force with theirs. I don’t think that any of them were old enough to be on the float. This class was unique, in that many of them have never left Panguitch. That afternoon, the Fire Fighters fed over 200 hungry souls. I think that their new deep pit, that is behind the Fair building, cooks the meat much better. It just pulls apart. The younger Fire Fighters were helping with the meal, and they are making putting
on the luncheon a lot easier. Next year is Leap Year and the 24th will be on Friday and many more will be able to come home for family reunions. For the next four years, the 24th will be on the weekend, or on Friday and Monday. The monsoons have finally arrived, and they sure dropped a lot of water for three days. According to the weather report, they should be back on Thursday and Friday this week. Coming back from Richfield, I noticed how beautiful our valley is, with all the green grass and the cows out munching away. I think it is because the temperatures haven’t been so hot. Just go over the mountain to I 15 and see how dry it looks. The rain really does wonders for the lawns also. Looks like the next up event is the Garfield Co. Fair,. Someone has really put together a really ambitious committee this year. They have increased the events at the Fair greatly, and it is even starting early this year with the Mountain Man competition to be held on Saturday the 10th. There will be night time entertainment to go along with all the other events. This year’s Miss Garfield County Pageant will be held out at Escalante. One of my favorite events is the kid's fish grab, and it will held after the Commissioner’
luncheon, so I won’t have to be up so early to watch. Also, the Horseshoe contest will be held at the new arena, at the Fair Grounds. The Committee has gone to a lot of work to increase the interest for the Fair, so come on out and enjoy the weekend. Don’t forget to get all of your items out for the Fair competition. There will be some really big prizes for the winners. As the American Legion turns 100 this year, their greatest Legislation turned 75. On June 19, 1944, the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act was signed in to effect. This bill is better known as the GI bill. Twenty-five million servicemen used the bill to make America a better place. At least a third of the doctors in 1950 were trained by the Bill. Seventy-seven percent of the Post-9/11 veterans today are pursuing college degrees or already have them because of the GI Bill. Many of the critics at that time have been proved wrong, because of the cost of the bill. It paled in comparison to the higher tax revenue gained from an educated working class and the housing boom that came as a result of millions of new homeowners, courtesy of the GI Bill. When Pat and I were first married, I drove trucks in the afternoon and went to school in the mornings on the GI Bill. We
saved that money and used it for a down payment on our first house. On July 16, 1969 (Class of 69 are you paying attention) Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Aldrin blasted off from Pad 39 at the Kennedy Space Center atop the Saturn V. In the next 76 hours, they traveled 240,000 miles and entered lunar orbit on the 19th. Armstrong on the 20th began piloting the Eagle Lander toward the lunar surface, while Collins remained in orbit above. Finally, at 4:17 p.m., the lander touched down. Armstrong and Aldrin waited about six hours before they opened the hatch, and Armstrong stepped foot on the Moon’s surface, with his famous words, “One small step for man and one giant leap for mankind”. If something went wrong President Nixon had a speech already prepared that read “Fate has ordained that the men who went to the moon to explore in peace will stay on the moon to rest in peace”. One thing that I didn’t remember was that NASA made five more crewed landings on the moon over the next three years. Some bad advice that I received from my Grandmother was, don’t use your turn signals, sonny, it is nobody’s business where you are going. Mack O
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Chief of the Forest Service, who announced the $5M appropriated by Rep. Stewart for the Watershed Restoration Initiative projects. Planning Department, County Planner Kaden Figgins: First item were procedural changes for zoning change applications, approved by the Planning Commission and requiring Commission approval. These changes centered primarily on Section 2, Part B dealing with notification requirements and also the application checklist. The same administrative fee of $250 stays the same. The Commission approved the changes. Second item was a Conditional Use Permit application for a short-term rental located just outside Boulder. Discussion on the specific application was brief, but it generated a much longer discussion on the volume of county-wide illegal short-term rentals and the matter of achieving compliance. Clerk Camille Moore said her office had found 270 residences in Garfield County being used for short term rental without a county business license or Conditional Use Permit as required. She said her office had sent out letters to these landowners with only about 35 percent responding. She said she will send a second letter, and if the owner chooses not to respond, a Class B misdemeanor could be charged. Commissioner Pollock suggested getting the message out to the towns to police their short-term rentals. He expressed concern about the motels and hotels that operate according to the rules having to compete with short
term rentals that don’t follow the county’s ordinances or collect sales tax on their revenue. Commissioner Tebbs said “people need to realize it’s not like income tax where everyone tries to reduce their tax liability. Sales tax is different—it isn’t yours to touch, you’re just collecting it for the state.” Figgins said the county may need its own short-term rental ordinance to better regulate the practice. The Commissioners agreed. The impact to the county in unremitted Transient Room tax and sales tax is significant. Following that discussion, the commission approved the Boulder area CUP. The Commission approved a business license: Panguitch Lake LLC storage facility and carwash. The only question there regarded carwash wastewater drainage into Panguitch Lake, but the state will need to approve that before it can operate. The storage facility is intended mostly for boats. The Commission approved the license. The Commission approved $25 for Panguitch High cheerleaders to run an ad for a school calendar. The Commission approved a request by Travis Hatch for abandonment on a cul de sac, initially approved in 2012, but still requiring a procedural “clean up.” Following public hearing #1, the Commission approved applicant Sheila White’s minor lot subdivision and zone change from commercial to residential R20. There were no public comments. The second public hearing was for another Sheila White property—a minor lot subdivision dividing a parcel into two lots outside Escalante City, but tied into the City’s water system. The only commenter asked if maps and the other supporting documentation on subdivisions could be posted online before the meeting. Attorney Barry Huntington said materials are available by calling the planner. The Commission approved the minor lot subdivision.
The third public hearing was for a property east of Escalante owned by Eric Dunton. Dutton wanted to rezone the property from ag to commercial to establish several small rental cabins on 7.6 acres. The same commenter said she disagreed with the rezoning, citing an unexamined impact on the city’s water and potential parking problems. The Commission approved the rezoning. Clerk Moore asked the Commission to approve advertising for a Deputy Justice Clerk opening, looking to hire by mid-August. The Commission approved. Miss Garfield County Outstanding Teen Kamree Albrecht came before the Commission to thank them for supporting her competition. Albrecht won $600 in scholarships and awards. She reviewed some of her experiences which included a trip to D.C. where she spoke with senators about the youth coalition program on substance abuse and suicide prevention. Both Kamree and her mother advocated the county making more use of their teen queens for service projects and event promotions. Finally, the Commission approved a $500 request by resident Rick Miller to promote his Sept 7 Cruisin’ Old '89 Car Show. Commissioner Tebbs suggested that Miller follows the usual procedure next year by requesting his event funding through the Travel Council Co-op Funding, but he agreed with the request to support this firsttime event. (The Garfield County Commission meets the second and fourth Monday of each month. The next meeting will be August 12. Agenda, minutes, draft ordinances can be found on the Garfield County website, https:// www.garfield.utah.gov/departments/auditor-clerk or https://www.garfield.utah. gov/departments/planningeconomic-development ) —Insider
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Staircase-Escalante National Monument Kaiparowitz formation. Among other activities, he worked with the hiring committee at the jail and attended another stewardship meeting on forest planning. The stewardship committee is working with a couple nonprofits and considering hiring someone to run the program. Taylor met with Casey Snider, a state representative, who has $2M available this year to help with forest restoration and maybe access to another $5M. Taylor noted his monthly meeting with Five Counties Behavioral Health and Human Services committees, and finally, securing commitment on eight of the nine scholarships available for staff members to attend the August Congressional staff briefing at Ruby’s Inn and surroundings. Commissioner Pollock reported on attending the National Association of Counties annual conference in Las Vegas and the national attention he gets on public lands issues, on topics ranging from wild horses to catastrophic fires. He said of the 27 resolutions ratified, the state of Utah had eight of those. Dealing with public lands, Pollock said “you need the national stage…You can’t scream and yell inside your county and think anything's going to happen.” As chair of the Policy and Land Management subcommittee, he was able to invite Casey Hammond, acting Director of the BLM, who he said “is trying to implement their policies as fast as they can.” He also invited Vicki Christiansen,
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Barbara Ellen Munson callie Ward, utah State univerSity extenSion aSSiStant ProfeSSor, garfield county
Higher Education: How Parents Can Support Their Children An important goal for parents includes preparing youth for the world of work. For some, supporting their high school students to follow a career path through college and other higher education options presents a new and challenging experience. Because parents want their children to succeed (February, 2016), they can find ways to support and encourage their child’s post-secondary educational aspirations—even when they have no prior experience with the American higher education system. Parents can also help in the process of understanding and evaluating college and career options in higher education. Ensure Family Conversations The journey to college begins with early and frequent conversations. As early as possible, talk to your children about their future and encourage them to think about college as a pathway to a career. Discuss things they like to do, talk about their dreams and goals, and help them see themselves continuing their education after high school. For example, during a walk or a casual conversation you may prompt them to talk about what kind of work they would like to do and where they want to live when they grow up. Stay Informed and Engaged As they approach their middle and high school years, ask your children about their coursework, pay attention to ongoing school events, attend parent teacher conferences and prepare to ask questions
to support your students’ academic performance. Most importantly, use the communication tools provided by their school, such as email and texting, to receive time-sensitive information, the school district website where news and upcoming events are posted, and the school’s student information system portal or “PowerSchool” where parents can login to view their children’s grades and attendance. These tools are designed to help students and parents stay informed and aware of school activities and also of important events related to post-high school educational opportunities. Research Available School and Community Resources Determine to meet your child’s schoolteachers (“Get Involved,” 1998) and counselors. Teachers can encourage further conversations at school about college and share their own higher education journey. Counselors can help compare college and career options, connect your student to recruiters, provide information about scholarships, application deadlines, financial aid, and other useful resources to prepare their applications (Knopf, 2017). Parents can also introduce students to role models in the community or help them identify mentors; namely, someone who has graduated from college or has helped others learn how to apply. Look for opportunities to attend together college fairs, schedule campus visits, or arrange for your child to do so. Identify Admission Requirements Perhaps more than one
college or institution meets the interests of your son or daughter, but each places greater emphasis on different factors to determine admission. Several institutions look at high school coursework, grades, and test scores rigorously. Others weigh additional factors such as a student’s essays, community engagement, and extracurricular activities. Many more offer open admission and access to everyone. Understand Higher Education Options Research major educational institutions and their admission requirements to help you and your children think about best fit such as their career interests, available financial resources, tuition rates, funding opportunities and others. Understand College Language As both you and your student learn about higher education, familiarize yourselves with new terms introduced in
the process. For example, these three terms: GPA, ACT, and SAT. The abbreviation GPA stands for grade point average, or a student’s overall grade. The terms ACT and SAT refer to college entrance exams to determine students’ readiness for college-level instruction. By understanding such terms, you will gain confidence to navigate post-secondary opportunities (“The College Application,” 2012). Take Away Consistent and frequent encouragement, support, and involvement are simple actions that parents can take to make a big difference in the future of their children. These actions, proven by research, show that “when parents and families get personally involved in education, their children do better in school and grow up to be more successful in life.” Writer- Celina G. Wille Adapted for Article- Callie Ward, Extension Assistant Professor, Garfield County
Utah Funds More Than $1 Million in Grants for Workforce Development
Talent Ready Utah grants bring industry, education and government together to support Utah industries and workers SALT LAKE CITY The Utah Department of Workforce Services announced $1 million in grants to better meet the state’s skilled workforce needs. Talent Ready Utah grants are designed to strengthen collaboration between indus-
solve workforce challenges,” said Jon Pierpont, executive director of the Department of Workforce Services. “This year’s grant winners have demonstrated a spirit of collaboration between industry and education with the overall objective to build Utah’s
employers who invest in providing high-quality, workbased learning opportunities and by developing a pipeline of talent. Talent Ready Utah grants support the development of these partnerships between industry and education.
Horizonte Instruction and Training Center. “By creating a pathway program in the health care industry where we know there are high-skilled and high-demand jobs, our students will be on a path to a successful career.” Talent Ready Utah grants
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try, education and economic development leaders to create talent pipelines for highdemand, high-wage occupations. “With today’s hot economy, more than ever it is essential for education and industry to work together to
workforce.” Talent Ready Utah supports the state’s strategy for a qualified workforce in creating a public and post-secondary education system that is more responsive to industry needs. Key initiatives focus on increasing the number of
This announcement featured Horizonte Instruction and Training Center’s project on creating a pathway to health care professions. “Our goal is to provide more opportunities for our students to succeed,” said Joshua Bell, principle at
are administered through the Department of Workforce Services with state funds. The 2019 Talent Ready Utah grant recipients and a description of projects is located on the table provided here. —Talent Ready Utah
ESCALANTE - Barbara Ellen Munson died peacefully from a brain tumor on July 23, 2019 in her niece’s home. Since the diagnosis in January, Barbara determined to be happy about her situation. She was an inspiration to all who came to visit including family and friends who traveled from all over the United States and Canada to reminisce and share their love. Barbara was preceded in death by three infant siblings: Lorraine, Ronald Lynn and Marianne Munson. She is survived by her brother, Daryl and wife Phyllis Munson from Claremont, CA; her sister, Maureen and husband Dee Nelson of Woods Cross, Utah; her brother, Stanford and wife Lori Munson of Trenton, Utah; her brother, Reed and wife Karen of Escalante, Utah; her brother, Milan and wife Brenda Munson of Blanding, Utah. The sixth child and third daughter of LoRell and Nelda Twitchell Munson, Barbara was born on October 10, 1958 in Panguitch, Utah. She was raised in Escalante until she attended Utah State University in Logan. After a year of college, she served in the Birmingham and Coventry missions. This service deepened her testimony of the Savior and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Her love of the gospel and its principles guided her life and she bore testimony of them frequently to friends and family, especially her 30 nieces and nephews who were the light of her life. Through her life she served in several callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the Primary, Young Women and Relief Society presidencies. Following her mission, Barbara became a certified cosmetologist and served the Escalante and Tropic communities making many dear friends whom she stayed close to for years afterwards. Barbara earned an Associates degree in Business and was later employed in Orem as the personal assistant to several land developers. In that employment she traveled extensively throughout the United States and traveled with friends to England several times and throughout Europe. After her father’s death in 1992, Barbara cared for her mother in Barbara’s Orem home for 15 years until Nelda’s death in 2013. Barbara moved back to Escalante in 2015, working remotely for property developers and caring for the Peterson children. Barbara will be remembered as a favorite aunt who generously shared her time and resources. She was an avid reader, puzzler and crafter who took great care to do everything with precision. She enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest until her health kept her home bound. Barbara helped compile six biographies of family members including her parents, four aunts and uncles. Since January she has scanned and uploaded thousands of photos and additional histories of ancestors to Family Search making them available to everyone. Her greatest desire has been to return to her Heavenly Father and family in heaven that she might renew those relationships and again be of service in the kingdom of God. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Escalante 2nd LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the ward chapel in Escalante on Saturday from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Escalante Cemetery. Funeral Directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. On line guest book www.maglebymortuary.com Oil and Gas Leases Cont'd from page 1
which can be produced on public lands. Responsible energy development includes thoughtful consideration of parcels nominated for leasing as well as potential resource impacts of decisions to lease. An additional environmental review will take place at the Application for Permit to Drill stage, where site specific Conditions of Approval will be placed on the permit in addition to the lease stipulations. Background By statute, the BLM is required to offer quarterly oil and gas leases sales of available Federal lands. BLM state offices conduct lease sales quarterly when parcels are available for lease. These lease sales represent parcels that cleared environmental review and public comment. The BLM issues both competitive and non-competitive leases for a 10-year period. The leases are a contract to explore and develop any potential oil and gas. The lease may be extended if the production is established on the lease, otherwise the lease will expire after the primary term of 10 years. The BLM generated a record $1.1 billion from 28 oil and gas lease sales in Fiscal Year (FY) 2018. The oil and
gas industry on public lands in Utah contributed $2.6 billion in total economic output and jobs for FY 2017. Revenues from onshore oil and gas production on federal lands directly fund the U.S. Treasury, state budgets and support public education, infrastructure improvements, and other state-determined priorities. Public Comments This sale notice initiates a 30-day public protest period that ends on Aug. 26, 2019. Protests must be submitted to the BLM Utah State Office, 440 West 200 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101or faxed to Leah Waldner at (801) 539-4237. Links to the environmental assessments and Determinations of NEPA Adequacy, lists and maps of the parcels and the attached stipulations, and information on how to file a protest are online at https://bit.ly/2Z5PlYd. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Relay Service (FRS) at 1-800-877-8339 to leave a message or question with the above individual. The FRS is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Replies are provided during normal business hours. —Bureau of Land Management
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LegaL Notices PUBLIC HEARING BICKNELL TOWN Bicknell Town Council will be holding a public hearing to discuss the adoption of an updated Annexation Ordinance for Bicknell. This hearing will be held in conjunction with the regularly scheduled town council meeting on 8 August 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the town hall building, 64 W 100 North. Connie Durfey, Town Clerk Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 25 and AUGUST 1, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING GARFIELD COUNTY The Garfield County Commission will hold a Public Hearing on a proposed Cannabis Opt Out Ordinance. The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, August 12, 2019 at 10:40 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Garfield County Courthouse. The ordinance can be viewed at www.utah.gov/pmn. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 1 & 8, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE WAYNE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Wayne County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on amending the Wayne County Public Lands Natural Resources Plan adopted by the Wayne County Commission on June 5, 2017. The Public hearing is scheduled for August 5, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. in the Commission Chambers at the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main, Loa. Ryan Torgerson Wayne County Clerk-Auditor Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 1, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WAYNE COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT #3 Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Wayne County Special Service District #3 (Fire District) will hold a public hearing to receive public comment on initiating a fee for fire protection. The public hearing is scheduled for August 6, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lyman Town Fire Station, 85 South Main, Lyman, UT 84749. Ryan Torgerson Wayne County Clerk-Auditor Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 1, 2019 PUBLIC HEARING PANGUITCH CITY Panguitch City will hold a Public Hearing on August 13, 2019; at 6:45 p.m. for public input on Ordinance 2019-12 Municipal Transient Tax. The meeting will be held at the Garfield County Court House; 55 South Main in the Commission Chambers. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 1 & 8, 2019
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INVITATION TO BID TORREY TOWN SAND CREEK NRCS Torrey Town is requesting bids for the Torrey Town Sand Creek NRCS project. Electronic copies of the bid documents will be made available on Ensign Engineering’s website at www.ensigneng.com/index.php/bid-access on Thursday July 25, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Questions regarding bid document access should be directed toward Kelly Chappell kchappell@ensigneng.com. Sealed bids are due on Tuesday August 6, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. sharp. Late bids may not be accepted at the Town’s discretion. Sealed bids must be addressed to Torrey Town, Attn: Mayor Scott Chesnut, 100 North 75 East P.O. Box 750027, Torrey Utah 84775. Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Bond equivalent to 5% of the total bid amount. The bid must be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope “Torrey Town Sand Creek NRCS”. The Town reserves the right to waive any formalities and accept or reject any bid it deems in its best interest. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 25 and AUGUST 1, 2019 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before Aug. 21, 2019 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)5387240 for additional information. CHANGE APPLICATIONS(S) 61-3187 (a44908): Bench Irrigation Company, KB Cedar LLC propose(s) using 78.525 ac-ft. from groundwater (Bryce Canyon area) for MUNICIPAL: In Bristlecone Water Improvement District. 61-3190 (a44914): Paul Dixon and Barbara Dixon propose(s) using 0.0011 cfs OR 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (Widstoe) for IRRIGATION. 61-3185 (a44923): Michael S. Frazier, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 0.8 ac-ft. from groundwater (Panguitch Lake) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; COMMERCIAL: 300 gpd for a washing station for snowmobiles and a dog grooming facility.. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 25 and AUGUST 1, 2019 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, without warranty, payable in lawful money of the United States, at the Main entrance, Wayne County State Court Building, 18 S Main, Loa, Utah 84747, on Wednesday August 28, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. of said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a Deed of Trust for Utah (Deed of Trust), originally dated May 1, 2009, executed by BRANDON C. WHIPPLE and ERICA L. WHIPPLE, as Trustor, in favor of UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE OR SUCCESSOR AGENCY, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, as Beneficiary, recorded May 1, 2009 as Entry No. 148108 in Book 214 at Page 47, covering the following real property purported to be located in Wayne County at 40 West Rookie Lane, Hanksville, Utah 84734 (the undersigned disclaims liability for any error in the address), and more particularly described as: Lot 4, WHIPPLE SUBDIVISION PLAT 'A', according to the Official Plat thereof, recorded in the Office of the County Recorder of Wayne County. EXCEPTING THEREFROM all oil, gas and other minerals, together with the right of ingress and egress for the purpose of exploring and/or removing the same. TOGETHER WITH all the improvements now or hereafter erected on the property, and all easements, Appurtenances, and fixtures which now or hereafter are a part of the property. All replacements and Additions shall also be covered by this Security Instrument. All of the foregoing is referred to in this Security Instrument as the "Property." The current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE OR SUCCESSOR AGENCY, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE and the record owner of the property as of recorded of the Notice of Default is BRANDON C. WHIPPLE and ERICA L. WHIPPLE. The Sale is subject to a bankruptcy filing, a payoff, a reinstatement or any other condition of which the Trustee is not aware that would cause the cancellation of the sale. If any such condition exists, the sale shall be void, the successful bidder's funds returned and the trustee and current beneficiary shall not be liable to the successful bidder for any damage. The opening bid will be the net recovery value of approximitley $76,560.00, which is not a representation of the exact amount owed. 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. Both the deposit and the balance must in the form of a wire transfer, cashier's check, Bank Official Check, U.S. Postal Money Order or certified funds payable to PROFESSIONAL TITLE SERVICES, as Trustee. Cash payments are not accepted. A successful bidder who fails to tender the full purchase price will forefeit the entire deposit. A Trustee's Deed will be delivered to the successful bidder within five business days after receipt of the amount bid. PROFESSIONAL TITLE SERVICES AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE 41 South 100 East RICHFIELD, UTAH 84701 (435)896-6426 Office Hours: 8:00 A.m. - 5:00 P.M. 18-W-224 USA By: T. Daine Behling, Member THIS COMMUNICATION IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 25 and AUGUST 1 & 8, 2019
INVITATION FOR BIDS PANGUITCH MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PANGUITCH, UTAH AIP PROJECT NO. 3-49-0025-013-2019 Sealed bids, subject to the conditions contained herein, for improvements to the Panguitch Municipal Airport, Panguitch, Utah, AIP Project No. 3-49-0025-013-2019 will be received by Panguitch City at the Garfield County Courthouse, 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah, 84759, until Friday, August 9, 2019, at 10:00 a.m., and then publicly opened and read aloud. The work involved will include the following: Schedule I - Install Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS), Level III Equipment Construction for this project is expected to take 5 working day(s). Contract Documents. The complete set of Specifications and Contract Documents can be downloaded from Jviation, Inc.’s bid site (http://bid.jviation.com), beginning on July 18, 2019. In order to submit a responsive bid as a Prime Contractor and to receive all necessary addendum(s) for this project, you must be on the Planholder’s List. To view all planholder documents (contract documents, plans and addendums) you must fill out the online form located at (http://www.jviation. com/bidrequest). By filling out and submitting this form, you agree to be publicly listed on the bid site with your contact information as a planholder for all projects requested. It is the planholder’s responsibility to review the site for addendums and changes before submitting their proposal. For additional information, please contact us via email at bidinfo@ jviation.com. *Note that contractors will NOT be automatically added to new projects. You will need to re-submit the online form for access to new projects. Once granted access, additional projects will use your same login credentials. Note: Plan ahead when submitting the online request form and allow up to 2 business days for approval and access to projects. Pre-Bid Conference. There will be no Pre-Bid Conference for this project. Bid Conditions. The bidder is required to provide all information as required within the Contract Documents. The bidder is required to bid on all items of every schedule or as otherwise detailed in the Instructions to Bidders. Bids may be held by Panguitch City for a period not to exceed 120 calendar days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of evaluating bids prior to award of contract. The right is reserved, as Panguitch City may require, to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in the bids received. All questions regarding the bid are to be directed to Kirt McDaniel with Jviation, Inc., 35 South 400 West, Suite 200, St. George, Utah 84770, (435) 574-5308, Fax: (435) 673-8484, or email kirt.mcdaniel@jviation.com. Bid Bond. Guarantee will be required with each bid as a certified check on a solvent bank or a Bid Bond in the amount of five (5) % of the total amount of the bid, made payable to the Panguitch City. Performance & Payment Bond. The successful bidder will be required to furnish separate performance and payment bonds each in an amount equal to 100% of the contract price. Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 as Amended. In accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act, as amended, the Contractor will be required to comply with the wage and labor requirements and to pay minimum wages in accordance with the schedule of wage rates established by the United States Department of Labor. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Requirement. The proposed contract is under and subject to 41 CFR Part 60-4 and Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, as amended, and to the equal opportunity clause and the Standard Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Construction Contract specifications including the goals and timetables for minority and female participation. Title VI Solicitation Notice: Panguitch City, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 USC §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders or offerors that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. DBE Requirement. The requirements of 49 CFR part 26 apply to this contract. It is the policy of Panguitch City to practice nondiscrimination based on race, color, sex, or national origin in the award or performance of this contract. The Owner encourages participation by all firms qualifying under this solicitation regardless of business size or ownership. Contractor shall provide a certified statement signed by the subcontractors, indicating actual amounts paid to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) subcontractors and/or suppliers that were used on the project through race neutral means. Buy American Preference. The Contractor agrees to comply with 49 USC § 50101, which provides that Federal funds may not be obligated unless all steel and manufactured goods used in AIP funded projects are produced in the United States, unless the Federal Aviation Administration has issued a waiver for the product; the product is listed as an Excepted Article, Material Or Supply in Federal Acquisition Regulation subpart 25.108; or is included in the FAA Nationwide Buy American Waivers Issued list. A bidder or offeror must complete and submit the Buy America certification included herein with their bid or offer. The Owner will reject as nonresponsive any bid or offer that does not include a completed Certificate of Buy American Compliance. Certification of Offeror/Bidder Regarding Debarment. By submitting a bid/proposal under this solicitation, the bidder or offeror certifies that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred or suspended by any Federal department or agency from participation in this transaction. Other Federal Provisions Award of contract is also subject to the following Federal Provisions: • Trade Restriction Certification • Lobbying Federal Employees • Recovered Materials • Government-wide Requirements for Drug-free Workplace • Other Federal Provisions included in Part A of the Special Provisions Panguitch City Panguitch, Utah Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 18 & 25 and AUGUST 1, 2019
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PANGUITCH DENTAL OFFICE DENTAL ASSISTANT Panguitch Dental is looking for a motivated Dental Assistant to join their team. This position will be parttime, working two or three days per week. Must be 18 or older. • • • • • • • • • • • •
The position responsibilities include: Patient Interaction. Taking X-Rays. Chair-side assisting. Scheduling, Charting, Documenting dental visits on computer. Sterilization of dental Instruments. Set-up and cleaning operatory and office. Experienced applicants would have the following: Dental Assisting Experience Pedo, Endo, Oral Surgery and General Dentistry Experience. Knowledge of Computer Charting and Digital x-rays X-Ray Certified. CPR Certified.
We are willing to train those with no assisting experience. Wage is negotiable if you have dental experience. Email your resume to: smemory@waynechc.org or you can drop it off in person at: Panguitch Dental, 75 N. 200 E., Panguitch, UT 84759.
WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT IS SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR: Loa Elementary: Reading/Classroom Aide(s) – 27 hours per week Wayne Middle School: Math aide – 27 hours per week Wayne High School: Special Education Aide – 27 hours per week Fill in substitute – 27 hours per week Math aide – 27 hours per week Various: Special Education Aide – 27 hours per week – location to be determined Custodian – location and hours to be determined Pay starts at $12.18 per hour with no benefits and the positions will remain open until filled. Applications can be mailed to Wayne School District, PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715 or dropped off to the district office at 79 N 100 W Bicknell, UT. You may contact either the schools directly or call the district office at 435425-3813, with any questions. Please indicate on your application which position(s) you are interest in. Please submit applications as soon as possible as we will be filling positions throughout the summer. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and provider and reserves the right to reject or accept any or all applications.
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org Math Teacher at Escalante High School Science Teacher at Escalante High School Head Teacher at Antimony Elementary Half-Time Teacher at Antimony Elementary (one year only) Teacher at Panguitch Elementary Half-Time STEM Teacher at Escalante Elementary Half-Time Business &/or Computer Science Teacher Escalante High Food Service Worker for Boulder Elementary School Para Professional for BV Elementary & High w/ Retirement SpEd Para Professional for Panguitch Middle & High School Para Professionals for All Schools Sub Bus Driver/Activity Bryce Valley and Escalante Substitute Custodians, Food Service, and Teachers SALARY: Please see 2019-2020 Garfield County School Districts Classified Salary Schedule and Certified Salary Schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children. See the job description for additional requirements. APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified or certified application. Please direct questions to: AES Tracy Davis (435-676-8821) BES Head Teacher Elizabeth Julian (435-335-7322) BVES Principal Layne LeFevre (435-679-8619) BVHS Principal Jeff Brinkerhoff (435-679-8835) EES/EHS Principal Peter Baksis (435-826-4205) PES Principal Robert Prince (435-676-8847) PHS Principal Russ Torgersen (435-676-8805) District Office Tracy Davis (435-676-8821) Online application available: www.garfk12.org Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews. DEADLINE: See the district website for closing date of each position. Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
Torrey AA Meeting Every Tuesday night at 7:00p. Grace Christian Community Church on Highway 24 in Torrey. All are invited to attend. Tropic AA Meeting Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion. rtn
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group 4th Thursday of each month 5:30-7:30pm Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 East Center St. Panguitch ADULTS ONLY Questions? Call Melissa Veater 435-690-0911
HEAT PROGRAM INTAKE WORKE GARFIELD COUNTY—SEASONAL POSITION The Five County Association of Governments is seeking a part-time (seasonal) Home Energy Assistant Program Intake Worker for the Garfield County area. Office located at 520 W Main Street. Hours are Monday - Thursday (20-30 hours per week). Seasonal program runs from October 1 through April 30. Wage is $13-14 dollars per hour. Must be a high school graduate and have two years of experience working in an office setting. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Additional information and job application can be found at www.fivecounty.utah.gov. Applications should be sent to the Five County AOG Human Resources Department -PO Box 1550- St. George, UT 84771 or via email to csinagra@fivecounty.utah.gov. Applications must be received by 5pm on Monday, August 5th. Five County Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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southern Utah area bank official, Wells Fargo, when selling a closed branch property, puts a deed restriction on the sale of the property which prohibits another bank from opening operations for one year. As for continuation of ATM services, Wells Fargo has been sending mixed messages. The bank closure letter, signed by Wells Fargo District Manager Rafael Granado, states, “For your convenience, the ATM will remain in place after this location closes.” A sign that was placed on the Wells Fargo ATM last Friday carries the same message. However, statements from Wells Fargo representatives about the ATM’s future have been less clear. Anthony Timmons, who oversees Wells Fargo communications for Nevada and Utah, said, “Often when we’ve left other towns, we’ve left an ATM, but we don’t know whether that will happen in this case.” “People don’t really use cash anymore,” said Timmons. “I almost never use cash. But if they need cash people can get cash back at the grocery store, or go our Beaver branch for banking services, or they could go to Page, if it’s closer.” Wells Fargo District Manager Rafael Granado, in a phone conversation, said that Wells Fargo is seeking another location in Escalante for a stand-alone ATM, but would not comment on where they are in that process. “That information we do not have to disclose right now,” said Granado. Granado said that he could not comment on any information related to Wells Fargo’s realty transactions , which might hinder another bank from opening in the same location. Escalante’s Wells Fargo branch closure is part of a tidal wave of bank branch closures throughout the country. A story by CNN in
January 2018 said that Wells Fargo was planning to close 800 bank branches by 2020 in an effort to cut costs and offset legal expenses from their banking scandals. Various studies show that bank branch closures have a marked effect on financial services and local credit availability, even in areas with higher populations and a greater level of banking choices. A “banking desert” is identified as an area not having a bank within 10 miles, according to a research memo by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, which said that between 2008 and 2016, rural banking deserts grew at an alarming rate, and disproportionately impacted lower income families and those with limited mobility and lower rates of computer access. “We’re panicking,” said Marlene Stowe, who was Wells Fargo’s Escalante branch manager until 2007 and is a current Escalante city council member. “Who’s going to want to move here if there’s no bank? What’s that going to do to the community? Now our businesses will have to order their cash and they’re going to have a fee.” Brent Griffin, owner of Griffins Grocery, said, “It’s going to be tough. Where are we going to get change?” Griffin said that Wells Fargo has contacted him about offering Escalante merchants a courier service, however they have not yet explained to him how the service will work, or the cost, or how frequently they will be in the area to serve local merchants. As for grocery customers using the grocery store for cash services, Griffin said, “That’s not going to work.” Escalante Mayor Melani Torgersen said about the Wells Fargo closure, “It’s really unfortunate. The city is doing what we can.” Torgersen said that the city has been in conversations with Wells Fargo about keeping the ATM in place, and that there has been contact with the Utah Governor’s office about helping support future
banking services in Escalante. “I just want things done fast,” said Torgersen. “That’s my problem with this situation. I don’t see how it can happen fast if a bank can’t open in that building for a year.” Torgersen added that this will also put a kink in the city’s operations. “The city has to do a minimum of weekly deposits. “People bring cash in all the time. Nickels, dimes, change. Plus you’ve got the schools, other public services that depend on these banking services.” Representatives from other regional banks say they are aware of Escalante’s Wells Fargo branch closure, but it appears too early to say whether there is a hope of one of them opening a branch to replace it. Garrett Cottam, who is a commercial loan officer for State Bank of Southern Utah in their Cedar City office— and is from Escalante—said, “We’ve been approached by members of the community.” Cottam said he is not in a position to speak on behalf of SBSU’s board of directors and what they might plan to do. But he said, “And as far as culture, State Bank would be a great fit.” Don Coombs, who is Vice President and Loa Branch Manager for Cache Valley Bank, said that he has already forwarded an email to his boss about Escalante’s bank closure, which has made it further up the chain. “They’re aware of it,” he said. He added that he feels either State Bank of Southern Utah or Cache Valley Bank would be a good fit for Escalante’s community. Coombs also noted that it takes a certain level of deposited capital to make a local branch work. “For a local branch to be profitable you’ve got to have about $20 million in deposits. There might be enough there, hopefully. You’ve got to have enough deposits to make things work and enough loans to make things work,” he said. —Insider
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