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Thursday, October 31, 2019
AgrAbility Helps People with Disabilities Stay in Ag Industry
Wayne County Commission October 21
2019 Christmas Tree Cutting on the Fishlake National Forest
by Steve Kent, Staff Writer for the Herald Journal
by veronica egan WAYNE COUNTY Commissioner Blackburn and Harward were present, and Commissioner Wood was absent. After the approval of the October 7 meeting minutes and a prayer by County Attorney Mike Olsen and the Pledge of Allegiance, the meeting commenced with Dave Love of the Red Ridge Special Service District, near Torrey. Love requested approval of commissioners to appoint three members to the SSD board, which was granted. There followed a discussion of the condition of two community septic drain fields and a recommendation that future residences should install their own septic systems, in order to avoid over-use of the fields. Next, Paul Allen of Grover requested approval of a minor subdivision of four lots north of Miners Mountain road, which was approved. Gary Pankow, of Teasdale, requested a letter of approval from the commissioners for a Community Development Block Grant request for the Teasdale Town Park. The funds would cover a new volleyball court, sprinklers and an interpretive trail. He also said that Special Service District #1 has approved Wayne Commission Cont'd on page 2
Randall Bagley is the new coordinator for the USU AgrAbility program. UTAH - Agriculture can be as much a lifestyle as it is an occupation. Farmers often don’t retire — they just keep on working. That’s not always easy, though, as back problems, knee problems and any number of other disabilities can get in the way. AgrAbility of Utah, a partnership between the Utah State University Cooperative Extension and nonprofit Allies with Families funded through the USDA, is here to help with exactly that issue. Randall Bagley joined AgrAbility of Utah as its program coordinator in March. His office is on the USU cam-
pus, and while he says he’s still learning the ropes, he’s found the job very fulfilling. “It really helps some great people,” Bagley said. “Farmers and ranchers, they’re kind of the lifeblood of our country here. If it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t be eating. They work hard and they have a tough life, a lot of them.” According to Bagley, AgrAbility can help current farmers and ranchers who have some type of chronic illness or disabling condition. Those criteria cover a lot of disabilities farmers may have, Bagley said. “Stuff like vision or hear-
Fall Leaves at Barker Reservoir
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High temps are back in the high 50s and 60s this week, which should feel better after our pre-Halloween cold snap. Lows in the high teens and 20s. Slight chance of small ghouls and goblins demanding treats. I'd give them the candy, if I were you...
in handy to dig through the snow to reach the base of the tree. Make sure your permit is attached to the tree before leaving the cutting area. Tree topping is not allowed. No cutting is allowed within 200 feet of riparian areas (lakes and streams), roads, campgrounds, picnic areas, administrative sites, summer home areas, or within designated closed areas shown on tree cutting maps. Christmas tree permits sell for $10.00 (up to 10 feet) and $20.00 (10-20 feet) each and they must be obtained in person. Mail orders and phone requests will not be accepted. The permits must be securely attached to the harvested tree and remain with that tree during transport. Most species of trees on the National Forest may be cut, except for ponChristmas Trees Cont'd on page 7
Mossy Cave Safety Improvement Project in Bryce Along SR 12
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RICHFIELD - Cutting a Christmas tree in a national forest is a family tradition for many residents of Utah. Weather conditions in the mountains are unpredictable, so always be prepared for winter weather. Stay on designated roads and trails. Be prepared for slick, snowpacked roads and have chains, a 4-wheel drive vehicle, or a snow machine available. Let someone know where you are planning to go and approximate time you will return. Carry a cell phone; bring additional warm clothing, and gloves, boots, and a container of hot liquid, water, and a lunch or snack. Carry a flashlight, chains, shovel, first-aid kit, matches, a hatchet, ax or handsaw, and rope to secure your tree. Trees must always be cut close to the ground leaving the stump no higher than 6 inches. A shovel will come
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traditional biking occurs, expanding recreational opportunities and access to millions of Americans. The National Park Service (NPS) has previously issued guidance to allow for ebikes to be used on most bike paths in the national parks.
Department of the Interior Pushes to Increase Access and Recreational Opportunities for Electric Bicycle Use on Public Lands
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ing, back problems, knee and joint problems, we can cover that,” Bagley said. “People with heart conditions, seizures, cancer, all of that would be included in this.” AgrAbility can help by going to farms and ranches to assess where they might be able to help by modifying equipment. They can connect ag workers to Vocational Rehab or the Utah Center for Assistive Technology, who can provide certain funding or specialized equipment solutions. They can coordinate
SALT LAKE CITY The Utah Intergenerational Welfare Reform Commission released the state’s Eighth Annual Report on Intergenerational Poverty, Welfare Dependency and the Use of Public Assistance. The report highlights data from multiple state agencies and provides the first progress analysis of the families initially identified as experiencing intergenerational poverty in 2012, when the initiative began. "It is encouraging to see that our efforts since 2012 are having an impact," said Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, chair of the Intergenerational Welfare Reform Commission. "This updated analysis on how the families we identified years ago are doing now is vital so that we can continue to address Utahns’ needs in a meaningful way. Ultimately, we are working to give all Utah children and families their best opportunities for success." The state of Utah has defined intergenerational poverty as individuals who utilize
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Utah Releases Annual Report on Intergenerational Poverty in the State
BARKER RESERVOIR - If you haven't had a chance to get up into the mountains this fall, then chances are the aspens have already shed the majority of their vibrant, yellow leaves. At lower elevations, though, a sea of yellow and orange can still be seen dotting the roadside landscape in Garfield County. —Insider
WASHINGTON - Today, the Department of the Interior (DOI) announced its guidance to implement Secretary’s Order 3376, Increasing Recreational Opportunities
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Bryce Canyon National Park's Mossy Cave parking lot is undergoing improvements to improve visitor safety and access. Closures are occurring this week, though the area is set to reopen on November 1. BRYCE - Construction of new safety improvement measures is underway at the Mossy Cave parking area along State Route 12 (SR-12) in Bryce Canyon National Park. This project is a partnership between the National Park Service, Utah Department of Transportation, and
Garfield County aimed at improving vehicle flow and mitigating traffic hazards in this popular area. Phase 1 of this project is requiring daytime closures of the Mossy Cave parking area from Monday, October 28th through to toImprovement Project Cont'd on page 2
BLM Utah to Offer 24 Parcels in the December Oil and Gas Lease Sale SALT LAKE CITY - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced today that it will offer 24 parcels of land, totaling nearly 13,422 acres, at the December quarterly oil and gas lease sale. The parcels are on lands managed by the BLM’s Canyon Country, Color Country, and Green River districts. The BLM will hold the lease sale online on December 10 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 state-determined priorities. Forty-eight 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 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
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Grateful for Garkane and Commitment to Worthy Causes
To operate a successful, long term retail business, advertising and support of the customer base is essential. In my opinion Garkane, our local CO-OP power company, has been responsible in both aspects. I do not remember when they first turned the power on for Bryce Valley, but I grew up with and still have the first refrigerator in Henrieville. Our power company works diligently to take care of the poles, wires and distribution equipment, and to make needed upgrades to keep our power on, saving us the headaches folks in other rural areas frequently experi-
ence. To keep up with technology and provide safe power to our buildings and the people who use them, they require higher construction safety standards than I have experienced in other areas. In conversations with board members over the years, I know they work diligently to keep our power rates as one of the lowest in the nation. I agree with others who have said “the most valuable export from our rural communities has been our children. “ I am personally very gratified that over the years Garkane has invested in them by sponsoring some to attend
leadership camps and provide scholarships to each of the high schools in their boundaries. The scholarships are not large, but they have encouraged graduates to venture out and continue their education so they can strengthen our communities. This in turn has strengthened the company, as our communities are the power companies sales base. I am grateful for our caring society and thank each of you who have helped and encouraged our youth. Before closing, I want to thank The Insider and Brian Bremner for his article, "A dangerous road," in the
September 26, 2019 paper. It would be good if each of us could review it occasionally (maybe a reprint would help). I called to get a permanent copy for myself. For years I have believed Brian’s philosophy regarding every man,woman, and child getting behind a good cause and was happy to see it in print. Today, like Brian, I recommit myself to look for worthy causes and give my support for the public good. THANKS TO EACH of YOU and THANK YOU GARKANE. Guy Thompson, Henrieville
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person be subjected to regulatory enforcement “absent prior notice of both the enforcing agency's jurisdiction over particular conduct and the legal standards applicable to that conduct.” The aim of the two orders is to “reign in rogue agencies.” Next on the agenda was a contingent of property owners from Donkey Flats Road (DFR), south of Teasdale. The DFR folks wanted clarification of the county's plans for possible re-routing and/or road improvements above Pinon Jay Drive, approximately one mile south of the DFR's junction with the Teasdale Road. Additionally, a SITLA parcel located at the extreme south end of the road has been a cause for concern, and DFR residents wanted reassurance that there were not, at this time, development plans for that parcel. Commissioners informed them that they were not aware of any plans for the SITLA parcel and that the county had no plans to modify their portion of the road in the forseeable future, much to their relief of the DFR residents. The concern
originated with some county survey stakes along a portion of the road that indicated the county's 50 foot Right of Way (ROW) easement, which does not, right now, coincide with the actual, physical road. After much discussion, it was determined that the concerned parties would meet with the county's surveyor and roads personnel to re-route the ROW so that it conforms to the existing road and satisfies property owners that it will not impinge on their properties. The county and affected landowners will essentially swap portions of land in the ROW, to provide clear titles and maintain the existing routing of the road. It was stressed by the DFR folks that this needs to be accomplished soon, in that a couple of them are planning on building, and they want to be sure they are not building within the county's ROW. The meeting ended with plans for some of the DFR owners and Road Department Supervisor Rhett Jeffrey to meet in the afternoon to inspect the locations in question and begin the task of planning the ROW reroute.
Next, commissioners approved a resolution strongly supporting the Department of Interior's recent decision to allow street legal ORVs and UTVs to operate on roads within the National Parks in Wayne County. After a brief lunch break, a public meeting was held to disclose the approximate amount of property tax increase in 2020 and the intended uses for those funds. If the proposed budget is approved, Wayne County would increase its' property tax budgeted revenue by 2.78%. The annual public Wayne County Budget meeting was announced. It will be held at 6 p.m. on December 16th in the commission chambers in the County Courthouse in Loa. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Over and out from Wayne County. The Wayne County Commission meets the first and third Monday of each month at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa.
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$4000 to cover the park's 2020 operating and maintenance costs. These funds come to the county from oil and gas royalties. Commissioner Harward explained the trip he recently took to Washington D.C. in order to be present at President Trump's signing of two executive orders. He mentioned that he was extremely surprised by a phone call from the White House inviting him to be present at the signing, and he has no idea who tapped him for this event. The first order bars federal agencies from skipping the cost-benefit analysis and avoiding public comment when issuing legally binding requirements related to laws and regulations. It also requires that “guidance documents” be treated as “non-binding both in law and in practice.” The second executive order aims to protect people from secretive interpretations of existing regulations and unexpected penalties by requiring that no Improvement Project
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day, Thursday, October 31st. As visitation to Bryce Canyon and the surrounding region has increased, concern for traffic safety in the Mossy Cave parking area has grown. Vehicles entering and exiting the Mossy Cave area have had to do so along a winding, high-speed section of SR-12. As a first step to reduce risk, a speed limit reduction to 40 m.p.h. was recently implemented in the area. Now a minor expansion of the parking area will be combined with cement islands to better separate the parking area from SR-12 traffic. More space
for vehicles, along with designated entry and exit points, is intended to further increase visitor safety in this area. Garfield County is conducting the first phase of this project from Monday, October 28th through today, October 31st, during which time the parking area is being closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Mossy Cave parking area will reopen on Friday, November 1st. Additional information can also be obtained by visiting the park’s website at www. nps.gov/brca, or by calling the park’s main information line at (435) 834-5322. —National Park Service
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government assistance for 12 months or more as a child and again for 12 months or more as an adult. The analysis found that between 2012 and 2017, the group of adults experiencing intergenerational poverty decreased by 24 percent with an even greater decrease among children at 42 percent. In 2018, there were 39,487 adults and 53,861 children living in this cycle of poverty. “The efforts to address intergenerational poverty in Utah continues to grow as more counties and local communities work to build programs and support systems for these families,” said Jon Pierpont, vice-chair of the commission. “It’s exciting to see the impacts being felt throughout the state as more communities become aware and utilize the research and data from this report.” Additional key insights from the analysis are that more students experiencing intergenerational poverty are now graduating from high school and adults identified
in 2012 are now experiencing higher rates of year-round employment and increased wages. Areas that could use improvement include education gaps resulting in difficulty maintaining employment as adults and greater health care needs that often go unmet. “We know through this report that there are opportunities to reduce the impacts of childhood trauma that influences children experiencing intergenerational poverty,” said Tracy Gruber, senior advisor to the commission and author of the report. “The more state leaders, local officials, faith-based organizations, community groups, neighborhoods and families can come together and understand the impacts of trauma within these families, we can take the next steps of significantly improving outcomes for the children and adults.” To view the report, visit intergenerationalpoverty.utah. gov. —Utah Department of Workforce Services
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service projects with groups like FFA. All of AgrAbility’s services are strictly confidential, Bagley said. The average age of farmers, ranchers and ag managers in the U.S. has been going up for decades. The average is now over 58 years, according to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. While that’s a concerning statistic on its own when considering the future of U.S. ag production, AgrAbility is focused on how to help farmers who want to keep working despite disabilities. The issues AgrAbility’s clients deal with are by no means all age-related. Agriculture is a risky industry, with about 100 ag workers suffering an injury that takes them off the job at least temporarily, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition to current farmers and ranchers, AgrAbility can also assist family members, regardless of whether the family member is planning on pursuing a career in agriculture. “If they (ag workers) have a child with an injury … we can work with them also,” Bagley said. AgrAbility client George Allen, 52 of Kingston, has lived almost all his life with back pain. He fell and took a log across his back when he was 12. “It really hurt, but all the people I know talk about their back injuries and how much it hurts and how difficult it is, and I’m like, ‘OK, I guess that’s just life,’” Allen said. “And so I tried to deal with it.” He couldn’t count how many times he got into a position where he couldn’t physically move and he had to call his wife or his father to carry him back to the house. When one day he’d injured his back worse than he ever had before, he went to the doctor and was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease. Allen found out about AgrAbility through an old pamphlet he found in a used car he’d bought. He figured they probably weren’t around anymore, but he called and found them eager to help. “The whole time I’ve
Page 3 been working with them, they’re really nice, really pleasant,” Allen said. “They come out to the farm and look around and see what you need, ask what you need. And they help you in areas that can keep you farming longer.” It’s not easy for farmers to get help when they need it. They often don’t have a lot of cash flow, Allen said, and even finding people qualified to help can be hard. AgrAbility didn’t guess about Allen’s needs. They came to the farm, spent time examining his equipment, then took the time to find solutions that worked for him. For example, AgrAbility has found side-by-side UTVs very helpful for many farmers with disabilities, but Allen hadn’t ever found one he could use comfortably. Working with AgrAbility, he went to dealerships and looked at several models. Nothing clicked until an AgrAbility worker suggested the Bobcat Toolcat. “It’s just such a handy piece of equipment,” Allen said. “It takes the place of a lot of backbreaking work. It has a quick-attach front end so I can put buckets or post hole diggers or Ditch Witches or whatever on the front.” Allen said his brother, who is 13 years older, called the Toolcat “cute” the first time he saw it, but after Allen had him test it out with a task in the field, he was sold. “We use it every day,” Allen said. “And it’s a piece of equipment that I wouldn’t have been able to buy for myself because of the price of it, but it has really, really, really helped.”
Joe Decker, of Panguitch, has joint problems with his neck, back and most recently his knees. He served two tours with the Navy in Vietnam and 27 years in the National Guard, and he attributes the bulk of his disability to military injuries. Even though farming and ranching involves a lot of heavy labor and Decker finds even bending and stooping difficult, it’s what he loves to do. “I’ve been in agriculture most of my life, and it seems to be the only thing that I really want to do,” Decker said. “It gets me out of the house and it makes me get off the couch. And these guys seem to really want to help me stay that way.” It’s just himself and his wife working on the ranch, Decker said, and it’s good to know there’s a resource like AgrAbility out there for people if they truly need it. “Sometimes there’s just some things you can do by yourself and some things you can’t because you can’t move around really easy,” Decker said. “There’s just some things you have to let go because you can’t do them. And these guys (AgrAbility) seem to want to help you get to where you can do it.” For more information about AgrAbility of Utah, call (435)797-0350 or (877)2251860, or visit www.agrability. usu.edu. This article was originally published in The Herald Journal on August 1, 2019.
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Secretary’s Order 3376, signed by U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt on August 29, directs DOI bureaus to create a clear and consistent e-bike policy for the lands they manage. The policy also supports Secretary’s Order 3366 to increase recreational opportunities on public lands. A majority of states have adopted e-bike policies, which primarily have followed model legislation allowing for three classes of e-bikes to have access to bicycle trails. The DOI e-bike guidance seeks to provide consistency with the state and local rules where possible. “Millions of Americans want to bike on our public lands and pedal assist bikes can facilitate the effort of those whose age, fitness level, or disability limits their interest. E-bikes can help make our parks, refuges, and public lands accessible to them, providing opportunities to explore areas of the great outdoors that were previously unreachable,” said Secretary Bernhardt. “Where possible and appropriate, we want to accommodate bicycling and the enjoyment of our public lands.” Secretary’s Order 3376 directs DOI bureaus to begin the longer term process of obtaining public input on new regulations that will clarify that low-speed e-bikes should enjoy the same access as conventional bicycles, consistent
with other federal and state laws. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) joined the NPS, who already provided e-bike policy guidance to park superintendents on August 30, in similarly issuing guidance to their bureaus and managers. Superintendents and field managers will have the ability in the short term to utilize the flexibility they have under current regulations to accommodate this new technology that assists riders as they pedal in a way that allows them to enjoy the bicycling experience. The guidance to superintendents and field managers will enable visitors to use these bicycles with a small electric motor (less than 1 horsepower) power assist in the same manner as traditional bicycles. The operator of an e-bike may only use the small electric motor to assist pedal propulsion. The motor may not be used to propel an e-bike without the rider also pedaling, except in locations open to public motor vehicle traffic. Similar to traditional bicycles, e-bikes are not allowed in designated wilderness areas and may not be appropriate for back-country trails. The focus of the guidance is on expanding the traditional bicycling experience to those who could benefit from the reduction of effort provided by this new e-bike technology. Park superintendents and local refuge and land managers will limit,
restrict, or impose conditions on bicycle use and e-bike use where necessary to manage possible conflicts and ensure visitor safety and resource protection. Since the NPS issued their guidance, superintendents and park staff have engaged with stakeholders and visitors to better understand potential impacts to resources and visitors, and other potential issues with allowing ebikes where traditional bikes are allowed. Several park units including Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Cape Cod National Seashore, Dinosaur National Monument and Mount Rainier National Park have already adopted new policies clarifying e-bike use. Other bureaus will also work closely with the public and partners to ensure all concerns and support are taken into account as we work to accommodate visitors with ebikes and propose new regulations. E-bikes make bicycle travel easier and more efficient because they allow bicyclists to travel farther with less effort. This is especially true for those with physical limitations. When used as an alternative to gasoline- or dieselpowered modes of transportation, e-bikes can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel consumption, improve air quality, and support active modes of transportation for visitors. Similar to traditional bicycles, e-bikes can decrease traffic congestion, reduce the demand for vehicle parking spaces, and increase the number and visibility of cyclists on the road. U.S. public lands offer exceptional biking experiences and great potential for e-bikes. E-bikes are another tool to enable superintendents and public land managers to embrace people’s recreation desires and support healthy, active lifestyles. For more information, the NPS, FWS, BLM, and USBR have created websites and online tools for the public to learn more about e-bikes, answer frequently asked questions, and provide updates on this policy and where e-bikes are allowed to be used on public lands. —Department of the Interior
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Hike the popular Lichen Trail near Cedar City while learning about Southern Utah’s climates and ecosystems with a fall hike presented by SUU Community Education. CEDAR CITY - At the close of their first full-year of operation, SUU Community Education offered more than 100 community-based classes with more than 850 residents signing up. This fall, 41 courses are still open for registration offering local residents the opportunity to learn new hobbies and skills. “We survey the community every year and really try to offer the classes they request,” said Susie Knudsen, assistant director at SUU Community Education. “The response from the community during our first year has been overwhelming. Many of our participants also spent quality time with family members and friends while enjoying fun, educational opportunities.” Cedar City resident Nate Slade surprised his wife, Amber, last week for their wedding anniversary. The gift of choice? An SUU Community Education cake decorating class entitled Mirror Glaze. The couple said the class was a much needed break from the normal daily routine. “It was really fun to attend together—Nate was so brave to come with me,” said Amber. “And, we both learned a lot together about cake decorating. But the most fun was making a few new friends along the way.” This October, don’t miss a second offering of Acrylic Pouring or Alcohol Ink Paint-
ing. For those who have always wanted to pull a rabbit out of a hat, Lynn Craven, formerly a magician at Magic Castle in Hollywood, will be instructing a class on magic tricks and secrets. The popular culinary class "Meet the Chef" is held every Wednesday evening through November 6. The class, much like a cooking show on television, brings in chefs from Bruno’s Pizza, Gather on the Mountain, and The Pizza Cart to teach a favorite recipe inside the culinary demonstration lab at Southwest Technical College in Cedar City. Fall into fun this November while checking items off your Christmas gift list with Alcohol Ink Painting or a class in Soap Making. Learn from an experienced soap-maker about how good the gentleness of handmade soap is for your skin. Explore scents and possible ingredients while making a one-pound batch
to take home and enjoy—or wrap as a gift. SUU Community Education offers community classes, workshops and events while engaging residents with fun, cultural, and educational opportunities for those who love to learn. While increasing participant knowledge, these noncredit courses are designed for community members wishing to meet new people, develop new hobbies, or improve areas of personal interest. For more information on how to register for SUU Community Education classes, visit suu.edu/wise, email bewise@suu.edu or call (435) 865-8259. If you need help registering for a class, or would like to pick up a class schedule, stop by the SUU Alumni House on the Northeast corner of 300 West and University Blvd. in Cedar City. —Southern Utah University
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As the Fall sport season is winding down, the Cats really had great success, and this time in cross country. Both of the Cats teams took 2nd place at the 2019 State Cross Country meet. The Lady Cats' effort would have won the meet, any other time, with a score of 23. Taylia Norris, for the third time in her career, took
first place. Freshman Adelaide Englestead finished in third place. Sophomore’s Lacey Marshall and Mikayla Reeder finished 9th and 10th, giving the Cats four finishers in the top ten runners. However, the Milford Tigers did finish in first. Their runners finished in 2nd, 4th, 5th and 7th, which is a total score of 18 points. Wayne came in 3rd, with a score of 74. It was very close. Milford has three seniors in their top four runners, and Taylia Norris is the Cats' only senior. Next year should be a good one. The Bob Cats had the same kind of success on the top end of the team, with Luke Reeder taking 1st place
and Porter Schoppe in third. Third place runner was Colby Bridges at 23rd, and Theron Evans took 26th. The final score had the Wayne Badgers with a score of 33, and the Cats finished second at 53. All seven teams from region 20 occupied the top seven spots out of fourteen teams. The bad news for the boys is that out of the top thirty finishers, only two were seniors. This included Luke Reeder. Next year is going to be a tough one for the Cats. This weekend, the Lady Cats' volleyball team will be playing to retain their championship. This will make it three years in a row. The tournament starts on the 1st, and the championship game will be on Saturday afternoon. Go Cats! You are the best!
Money Tips for Students
Federal Government Offers Student Loan Forgiveness for Teachers, Nurses UTAH - The federal government may forgive all or part of teachers’ and nurses’ federal student loans if they meet certain requirements. The forgiveness options, according to KHEAA, include: • Teacher loan forgiveness. To qualify, you must teach at least five full years in a low-income school in an eligible district. Depending on your field, you may have up to $17,500 in student loans forgiven. For complete details, visit www. ed.gov. • Nursing loan forgiveness. You must be at least a reg-
by tiM Ballard istered nurse and agree to work full time for at least two years in a critical shortage facility. If you fulfill your agreement, 60 percent of your loan balance will be forgiven. Another 25 percent will be forgiven if you work a third year. Nurses teaching at an accredited school of nursing may also qualify. For complete details, visit https://bhw.hrsa. gov. One thing to remember is that the Internal Revenue Service counts the amount forgiven as income. You should talk with a tax professional to
understand the impact it may have on your taxes. KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents. KHEAA also helps colleges manage their student loan default rates and verify information submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To learn more about those services, visit www.kheaa.com.
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Estate Planning and Halloween by Jeffery J. McKenna What could Halloween and the process of doing a will and trust and other essential documents have in common? Both can be scary! I’ll confess, I hate the idea of going to a haunted house or spooky corn maze. While a teenager growing up in Las Vegas, I’d act brave with my friends and later have to sleep with the lights on. However, having been an estate planning attorney for over 20 years, I’m comfortable planning for one’s demise. I’ve helped thousands of clients take this step. I’ve figuratively held their hand as they contemplated their mortality. I promise that I do understand how scary the process can be for some. I know many clients have avoided doing planning because of fear. However, like exiting a spook alley, when it’s over and the estate planning documents are signed, most say, “If I knew it was this easy, I would have done it earlier.” Why do people fear estate planning? I will share three reasons. First, as stated above, many don’t want to think about their death. They will procrastinate and ignore something that is essential. Estate planning, by definition, is the easiest thing there is to
procrastinate. This is true because as long as you do it before you take your last breath, you did it in time. Most of us, just don’t know when we will be taking that last breath. Second, many are scared that their family situation is such a mess that they don’t have the answers to fix it. I’ve had dozens of clients say something like, “I bet you’ve never seen a situation this messed up.” I can usually smile and say, “Oh, I’ve seen worse.” Addressing what you may consider a “mess” with good estate planning, is always better than ignoring it until you die. The last reason many are scared of estate planning relates to the many decisions that have to be made. If you have minor children it can be very scary to decide who will raise the children if something happens to you. Decisions relating to terminal medical treatment can also be hard for many to make. In conclusion, I’ve come to like Halloween. Once my wife and I had children and I realized they were the reason for the "Pumpkin Season," I came to appreciate the holiday. Estate planning is the same. You don’t do it for you. You do it for those that you leave behind.
Lease Sale
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. This sale notice initiates a 30-day public protest period that ends on Nov. 25, 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://go.usa. gov/xpxEM. 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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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 ten-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 ten 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
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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.
Last Halloween, there was a knock on the door. I looked out of the window and then shouted upstairs to my wife, "Honey there's a witch at the door. What shall I do?" She shouted back, "Just give her some candy and tell her to get lost." My mother-in-law hasn't spoken to me since.
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l A u G h i N g pOiNt!! Transportation
How do vampires get around on Halloween? On blood vessels.
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Keep Calm and Clink On
Why did the vampire read The New York Times? He heard it had great circulation.
Know why skeletons are so calm? Because nothing gets under their skin.
Werewolf
Today's Thought
A young boy knocked on my door on Halloween night and said, "Trick or treat?" I looked at him and asked, "What have you come as?" He said, "A werewolf." I said, "But you're not wearing a costume. You've just got your normal clothes on." He said, "Yeah well, it's not a full moon yet, is it?"
The best part about Halloween is that the cobwebs in my house look like decorations.
Halloween PUNishment
Don’t go trick-or-treating with any vampires this Halloween – they can be a real pain in the neck!
sudoku To Play: Complete the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9
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Escalante Senior Citizens Menu Tues.
Taco Soup, Chips, Salad Bar, Fruit Cocktail, Peanut Butter Cookie
Wed.
Beef Enchiladas, Green Salad, Mixed Veggies, Applesauce, Cake
Thurs. Nov. 7th
Ham & Scalloped Potatos, Salad Bar, Green Beans/ Pears, French Bread, Chocolate Chip Cookie
Nov. 5th Nov. 6th
All meals are served with milk or juice. If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00 am. 826-4317. Suggested donation for seniors over 60 $3.00, and under 60 is $7.00
BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES Nov 5th WED Nov 6th THURS Nov 7th
Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Salad Bar, Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Peanut Butter Cake Country Fried Steak, Potatoes and Gravy, Carrots, Salad Bar/ Tropical Fruit, White Cake/ Cherries Potato and Ham Soup, Salad Bar w/ Egg, Peaches, Chocolate Pudding
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.
PANGUITCH SENIOR CENTER HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $3.00 60 & older, $7.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot. Meals include milk & bread. Tues. Nov 5th
Wed. Nov 6th
Thurs. Nov 7th
Cheeseburger w/ Tomato, Onion, Lettuce, French Fries, Salad Bar, Pears, Lemon Cake
Oven Fried Chicken, Potatoes & Gravy, Peas & Carrots, Salad Bar, Peaches, Ice Cream
Beef Enchiladas, Refried Beans & Rice, Salad Bar w/ Veggies, Fruit, Cinnamon Rolls
NOTE: PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND CALL AHEAD. The kitchen staff work diligently to prepare a good dinner, and a head count helps them prepare enough for everyone.
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B irthdays
Alta Orton Celebrates 97 Years
Alta Orton
Please join us to celebrate the 97th birthday of Alta Orton on
Saturday, November 9th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Panguitch 2nd Ward Church, 176 N. 400 E. Panguitch, Utah.
O Bituaries Thelma Smith HENRIEVILLE - Thelma Alvey Smith, 82, passed away October 22, 2019 in St. George. She was born March 11, 1937 in Escalante to Hosea Jennings and Ila Davis Alvey. She married Lee Edward Smith February 27, 1956 in Fredonia, AZ. He preceded her in death February 16, 1998. Thelma was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She taught mother’s education classes, wrote youth road shows, taught Primary classes with Lee, and held other various callings. She had a varied and successful work history. Thelma started out operating a punch card machine, worked at a utility company, retail grocery, food service, teacher’s aide, and the sewing factory in Henrieville. She particularly enjoyed working at the Bryce Canyon Lodge, starting out as a front desk clerk and was later promoted to manager. Her many skills, including her love for people, culminated in a 22 year career as the postmaster in Henrieville. She always enjoyed writing poetry and stories, gardening, cooking, and taking care of her roses. In earlier years, she and her family planted a field-size garden, and she canned for weeks in the fall preserving both her own and her parents’ harvest. Even in the last few years, she and Boyd always had a small garden. Just three weeks before her passing, she spent an entire Saturday making apricot jam. She enjoyed going for rides on the East Fork and around the east end of the Boulder Mountain and having lunch at the Sunglow Café in Bicknell. Thelma really loved her family and, though she had a small number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they are pure quality. Her greatest legacy is her family. She instilled in them values of love, respect, compassion, and a great work ethic. She had a great sense of humor and loved to tease which was passed to her posterity. Just join us anytime for a family gathering and you will leave with sides hurting from laughter. She was forever 39 years old and just you try to argue with her. It is interesting that as we lapped her in age, according to her, that was our problem. Mom and Grandma, we celebrate your life and legacy and we are thankful for the people you taught us to be. We love you and you will be missed every day. Thelma is survived by her children: Barton Jennings (Sherie) Smith, LaVerkin; John "Bud" Ethan (Becky) Smith, St. George; Ben Lee (Kim) Smith, Santa Clara; Boyd Vee Smith, Henrieville; Leah Anne Smith, Eagle Mountain; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; siblings: Merle Hansen, West Valley City; Artabeth Pollock, Taylorsville; Boyd (Claudia) Alvey, Eagle Mountain; Geneal (Blair) Frazier, Stansbury Park. Also preceded in death by her parents; stillborn son, Anthony Lee Smith; stillborn grandson, Johnny Lee Smith; sister: Ilene Coffman; brothers-in-law: Earl Coffman: Venice Hansen, Dannie Pollock. Funeral services were held Monday, October 28, 2019 at 12:00 Noon in the Henrieville Ward Chapel, where friends were able to call from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Henrieville Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
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FYI PanguItch
by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com What a difference a day makes. Saturday was really nice. We had no wind and warm temperatures. I have been laying out pavers on our walkways, and I kept working until 7:30 p.m. It kind of took the wind out of my sails waking up to a freezing morning and wind coming out of the north. We went over to Cedar to see our granddaughter and arrived back home to 28° weather. We got a call from our granddaughter, Teah, in San Diego last week, and she said it was 89 ° at 5 p.m. In Los Angeles, it was 96° that same day, and the Santa Ana winds were really blowing. As happens every year at this time, the Santa Ana’s blow. This year they have been really brutal, 70 miles an hour, and they have over 600 fires going at this time. The Santa Ana’s are a wind that blows hot air from the east toward the ocean. About the only thing that you can hope for is waiting for the wind to change to a westerly wind. This will cause the fires to burn back into themselves. I am a retired California firefighter, and I only went on one of these fires. The night we got there, the fire was cresting the hills beside us, and the wind changed. By backfiring the lower part of the hill, the fire went up the hill, merged with the fire that was doing the damage and went out. It was really spectacular, while it lasted. That is something that I will always remember. Since 1970, the fire danger days in California have increased by 105. The fires are three times larger and six times the acres burned. California, like us, received a lot of moisture in the spring. This caused a lot of growth, but, without any moisture, it dried out. This made the fires burn hotter. The power company, like most businesses, has not kept
up their equipment. This way they can make as much profit as possible for their shareholders. These high winds are causing the lines to touch and are starting many of these fires. Last year’s fires, that were caused by the power company, caused them to lose $30 billion in law suits and bankrupted the company. Today, they have shut off the power to over a million homes in northern California, and it could be off for a number of days. This will stop their lines from starting anymore fires. Meanwhile, here in Paradise, we just have to brave the cold wind. Bundle up, and remember to let some water run in the house. That way your pipes won’t freeze. October 15th saw the end of the second season of tourists again this year. On the 14th, many of the motels had their "no vacancy" signs up. Since then, none of those signs were lit up. This is the time of the year when many things are going on. This starts off with Halloween tonight. Have your candy ready, and watch out for the kiddies after the sun goes down. They are really hard to see. Main Street businesses will be ready for the trick-or -treaters from 5 - 7 p.m. Next up, is the Annual SAR’s (search and rescue) dinner, sponsored by Sherriff Danny Perkins, at the Smoke House this Friday the 1st of November. This starts at 6:00. I hope all of the members have let them know what they want to eat. Next Tuesday, November 5th, it is the election for city council spots. There are three openings and five candidates vying to be of service to the community. Things don’t let up. Next weekend is the annual Craft Fair. This will be held at the fair building on Friday and
Saturday, the 8th and 9th of November. Be sure to come early for the best deals for your Christmas gifts and/or just some handy items around your house. Don’t forget to check out the "Sub for Santa" candy (homemade treats this year) booth. It is the best candy, and all are made by local candy makers. Monday is November 11, and it is Veteran's Day. The American Legion will be putting on their annual Veteran's Day dinner. All veterans and their spouses, and widows of veterans, are invited. There will be great food and entertainment, and it will start at 6:30. All legion members are encouraged to bring their membership dues with them. On Wednesday, November 13, Tyler Cox will be hosting a blood drive at the Stake Center between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. This is Tyler’s Eagle Scout project, and the Red Cross loves Panguitch because we are so generous of our donations of our blood. The blood bank always is in need of blood, especially this time of the year. You can contact Tyler at (801) 3607714 for reservations. We will be hosting the 11th annual Panguitch Thanksgiving Day Dinner again this year, and it is on the 28th of November. It will start at 1:00. All are welcome, and it will be held at the Senior Citizen's Center. You don’t have to be old to come. We would encourage young families with children to come and have dinner with your Panguitch neighbors and friends. The Christmas home tours are the second week in December, and the funds are going to "Sub for Santa." We are looking for homes to show. Call Mandy Soper if you would show you home. Those who have showed their homes, have had a good time.
Volunteer, and enjoy the season even more!!! The Baseball season is almost over, and it is World Series time. It is last year’s Champions, Houston Astros, against the Washington Nationals. It looks like the Astros will again repeat as champions, since they lead the series, three games to two. Now the fun season begins, with the NBA finally starting to play. The Jazz are off to a good start with two wins and one loss. It looks like there are some really good teams and some really bad teams out there, so far, but what's new? It is a much faster paced game than waiting around for someone to get a hit. I came across this article on the Amazon Empire. They didn’t pay a cent of federal taxes on $11 billion in profits. The company controls nearly 40% of all e-commerce in the U.S. It is responsible for 42% of all books sold and 33.33% of the market for streaming video. It conducts more product searches than Google, serving everything from Netflix to the CIA. For many entrepreneurs, Amazon has been wonderful. More than 1.9 million small businesses in the U.S. use Amazon’s services. Last year, nearly 200,000 sellers earned at least $100,000 each on the site. Amazon has made a pronounced shift towards “simply selling everything as fast and as cheaply as possible.” (from The Week magazine, October 25) Don't forget to turn your clocks back on Saturday night, or else you'll be able to pick out the best seat in church on Sunday morning. Life is good in Panguitch. Mack O.
It's Your Money
Get Involved: Be a Part of the Budget Process by garfield county taxPayerS aSSociation
PANGUITCH - Each year, counties across Utah develop their budgets for the upcoming fiscal year through a months-long process that reflects both unique local practices and requirements of the State Code. As budgets must be adopted by December 31, counties elicit public input by holding public budget hearings in December, prior to finalizing the budget. In our July 25 article, "Primary Residence Tax Exemption Can Save You $$$," we talked about the importance of making sure you are paying your fair share of property taxes. Now, as taxpayers, it is equally important to make sure that Garfield County is spending your dollars responsibly. Utah State Code defines the budget process, which includes adopting a balanced budget for all funds. Counties are required to make financial plans for both current (such as operational costs) and capital (such as computers that may need replacing) expenditures. The budget, prepared by the county auditor with input from all of the departments
that spend or receive county funds, is a road map to prioritize spending in the upcoming year. An important part of the budget process is estimating the county’s expected revenues. Revenues determine whether or not the county can expand and improve service levels, maintain current services or, as necessary, reduce services. Revenue sources include property and sales taxes, charges for services, licenses and permits, and intergovernmental revenue (state and federal funding). Anticipated expenditures are expected to be listed and described in sufficient detail so that the average person can understand the expenditure’s purpose and justification. Expenditures reflect the county’s values, priorities and goals. The budget is the county’s opportunity to be fully transparent. Things to know: 1. The tentative budget, along with supportive materials and data, are public records and are required to be available at least ten days
prior to the public budget hearing. You may inspect the documents in person during regular business hours at your county auditor’s office. You may also be able to view the documents at the Utah Public Notice website. Ideally, the documents would be available on the county’s website, but this is not required. 2. At least seven days before the hearing’s scheduled date, official notice of the public budget hearing must be advertised within the community, posted on the Utah Public Notice website, and on the county’s website home page. If you haven’t signed up to receive email notices from the Utah Public Notice website for county and town notices, now’s a good time to sign up. Go to www.utah.gov/ pmn, select your government bodies and click on the "subscribe" links. What services and amenities do you — as a taxpayer — think could (or should) be provided by the county to help our county thrive and prosper, make our communities more attractive to families, and en-
sure future economic sustainability? Can we do more to support our first responders? Is there equality in the support the county provides to our towns? November is a good time to start thinking about how you can be a part of the process. Look at this year’s budget to familiarize yourself with common income and expenditures — or just the ones that interest you most. Review the proposed 2020 budget when it becomes available. Contact your county commissioners with questions, concerns and ideas. Attend the public budget hearing. Remember, it’s your money... The Garfield County Taxpayers Association (GCTA) is a non-profit, nonpartisan volunteer organization dedicated to fostering an accountable and fiscally responsible government by obtaining information, conducting research, and educating the public. For more information on GCTA, or to join, go to www.GCTAutah.org.
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Proper Disposal of Prescription Medications All prescribed medications should be taken only as directed. Medications prescribed for pain, opioids and narcotics, specifically, should be properly disposed of when no longer necessary. Narcotics and opioids are dangerous leftovers to keep in the medicine cabinet. “A doctor’s expertise directs the dispensing of medication,” said Jason Olsen, Pharmacist at Sevier Valley Pharmacy. “If excess medication is saved for later use, it is similar to self-prescribing.” As many as 74% of Utahns currently addicted to opioids get them from a friend or family member. Proper disposal of opioid medications lessens the chance that someone will become addicted or accidentally overdose. “The risks associated with saving prescriptions drugs for later, far outweigh the benefits of keeping them,” Olsen said. “For opioids especially, the unintentional consequences of keeping them around are critical. The overdose risk is high.” Olsen pointed out that any prescriptions that are no longer being taken as directed, including allergy, birth control, or heartburn medications are also dangerous if a child finds them, or if the whole bottle is ingested. “If you are no longer taking the pills, it is best to get rid of them appropriately,” said Olsen “Depositing unused pills in a prescription
drop box is the best way to dispose of leftover medications.” Throwing unused medication in the trash or flushing them down the toilet or sink can affect groundwater and wildlife. Drop boxes or local take back events are ideal places to dispose of excess prescription medication. Drop boxes Pharmacist Jason Olsen, PharmD allow for easy disposal as patients are encouraged to disposed of by mixing tablets leave their pills in the bottles or liquids with items such as and simply toss the bottle into used kitty litter, diapers, or the drop box. Additionally, coffee grounds, sealing in a drop boxes allow for up to 4 plastic bag, and depositing in oz. of liquid-based medica- household trash. Please remember to remove or scratch tions to be disposed. Over a recent 15-month out all the information on period, 6,404 pounds of medi- the prescription labels before cations were collected and throwing empty pill bottles or disposed of in 21 pharmacy other empty medication packdisposal drop boxes located aging in the trash. in the state of Utah. Drop box This LiVe Well column contents are securely sent to a collection facility where they represents collaboration between healthcare professionare incinerated. To find a prescription als from the medical staffs of drop box, visit: useonlyasdi- our not-for-profit Intermountain Healthcare hospitals and rected.org If access to drop boxes is The Insider. limited, medications may be
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derosa pine. Permits may be bought at any of the Fishlake National Forest offices. Again, this year, The Fishlake National Forest will issue a free Christmas tree permit for fourth graders with an "Every Kid Outdoors" pass while supplies last. The Fishlake offers the free tree permit as part of the U.S. Forest Service’s "Every Kid Outdoors" program. The program is part of an interagency call to action to build the next generation of conservationists. All fourth graders are eligible to receive a fourth grade "Every Kid" pass that allows free access to 2,000 - plus federal land and water sites across the country for one full year. Instructions on how fourth graders can obtain an "Every Kid" pass or voucher is available at www.everykidoutdoors.gov. Location and dates of sale are as follows: Richfield Ranger District - 115 East 900 North, Richfield, Utah – Beginning Monday November 4, permits may be purchased during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 435-896-9233. Fremont River Ranger District - 138 South Main, Loa, Utah – Permits may be purchased during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Fish Lake Basin Recreation Area, including Johnson Valley, is closed to tree cutting from the forest boundary on the West to Zedds Meadow on the East. Cutting Ponderosa pine is prohibited except on the Boulder Mountain of the Fremont River Ranger District. For more information, call 435-836-2811. Fillmore Ranger District - 390 South Main, Fillmore, Utah - Permits will be sold November 1 through December 20 at the office in Fillmore, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Fillmore office will be open four Saturdays: November 23, November 30, December 7, and December 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Purchase limit is one permit per household (additional tags may be purchased for neighbors, family members, etc.). Suggested cutting areas are as follows: Whiskey Creek, John Williams Canyon, Chalk Creek, Cove Fort, Willow Creek, and Wild Goose Canyon. Oak Creek Canyon is closed to live tree cutting. For more information, call 435743-5721. Beaver Ranger District - 575 South Main, Beaver, Utah - Permits may be pur-
Page 7 chased during regular office hours, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Blue Spruce trees may not be cut. Tree cutting is not allowed in the Merchant Valley Summer Home area or along the visible edge of SR-153. For more information, call 435-438-2436. As a convenience to the public, permits will be avail-
able again this year at: • Beaver Sports and Pawn • Fishlake Lumber • Piute County Sheriff's Office • Don’s Sinclair, Salina • Larsen’s Ace Hardware • Jorgensen’s, Richfield. —Fishlake National Forest
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Bradley Orlo Griffin 1949 - 2019
HENRIEVILLE - Bradley Orlo Griffin was born on August 3, 1949 to Leland Wilford Griffin and Berthene Elizabeth Griffin (Smith). He lived most of his formative years in Henrieville, Utah until he left for his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints in 1968, serving in the Southern Far East Mission for two and a half years, on the Island of Taiwan. While there, he made lifelong friends with his companions, whom he visited with until his death. Upon returning home, he attended and graduated from Southern Utah State College. It was there that he met the love of his life, Anne Myers, and they were sealed in the Saint George Utah Temple on June 8th, 1973. After graduating, Brad went to pharmacy school at the University of Utah. He worked in pharmacy for 35 years and was the hard knock, caring pharmacist that kept patients returning to him, even when he changed jobs. Brad was a passionate and prolific fly fisherman. He and his fishing partner, and former missionary companion, made many a fishing guide look foolish over the years. He knew and fished the western rivers, particularly the Provo, his entire adult life. Over the last 12 years of his life, Brad became a worldclass researcher and historian. His genealogical work on the Griffin family encompasses many thousands of pages of writing from primary source research. He didn’t just know their name and date of birth; he knew their stories, which he shared with the world. The veil was always thin for Brad, as he interacted with those beyond that directed his work. He surely was met by the multitude in the next life of those who had once been lost to history. What was really most important to Brad was family. He spent years helping his son prepare to serve a mission, attend college and enter medical school, residency and fellowship. When the opportunity to love Andrea as his daughter-in-law and Eva and Elias as his grandchildren, he never looked back. He spent his last years reading with them, making up stories for them, teaching them and making them know that they were loved. He had the opportunity to meet and help bless his youngest grandson, Samuel Moises Griffin, named for the first Griffin in America, whom Brad had researched for over 10 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Leland Wilford Griffin, mother, Berthene Elizabeth Griffin (Smith) and sister, Lynn (Buck) Lackey. He is survived by his wife, Anne Griffin (Myers), son, Dr. Alexander Bradley Griffin, daughter-in-Law, Andrea Griffin (Bracamonte), Grandchildren: Eva Anjolie Schmutz, Elias Daniel Schmutz, Samuel Moises Griffin and siblings: Leland Royce (Suzanne) Griffin and Shelly (Wade) Barney. A public viewing will be held on November 1st, 6 - 8:00 PM at the LDS Church on 2450 West 10400 South, South Jordan Utah, 84095. An additional public viewing and family prayer will be held in the same building on November 2nd, 4 - 5:00 PM, which will be followed by the funeral service and dinner at 5:00 PM. Bradley Orlo Griffin will be returned home and interred in the Henrieville, Utah Cemetery on Sunday November 3rd, 1:00 PM next to his parents and sister; those who wish to attend the burial may attend. All flowers may be sent to the Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Home, 1007 West South Jordan Pkwy, South Jordan, Utah 84095.
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LegaL Notices THE NOVEMBER 5, 2019 MUNICIPAL ELECTION WILL BE BY MAIL FOR: * BOULDER TOWN *BRYCE CANYON CITY *HATCH TOWN * ESCALANTE CITY * PANGUITCH CITY Any registered voter in the towns listed who have not received a ballot by Wednesday, October 23rd should contact the Garfield County Clerk’s Office. Please be aware that on Election Day there will be NO POLLING PLACE in your precinct. You may return your voted ballot by mail. Ballots must be postmarked by November 4, 2019. OR You may drop off your ballot in person at the County Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through election day, Tuesday, November 5, 2019. On Election Day the Clerk’s Office will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Voter Registration Deadlines: You may register to vote in person at the County Clerk’s Office until Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Early Voting will be held in the Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Monday, October 28 - Friday, November 1st and on Monday, November 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A logic and accuracy test of the voting equipment will be conducted on Wednesday, October 23rd at 3:30 p.m. in the County Clerk’s Office. If you have questions or to check your registration status, please call the Clerk’s Office at 435-676-1163, 435-676-1100 or 435-676-1120.
Other municipalities in Garfield County will not be holding elections this year. NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT ON PANGUITCH CLASS IVB PERMIT RENEWAL SW 187 Panguitch City has submitted a permit renewal application to continue operations of a Class IVb Construction and Demolition Landfill located within Garfield County. Class IVb landfills accept construction and demolition waste as defined in R315-301-2(17). The Permit application has been reviewed by the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control for compliance with the Solid Waste Management Rules and a draft permit has been prepared. The Director is soliciting comments on the draft permit in relation to compliance with the Solid Waste Management Rules prior to final action by the Director. The public comment period to receive comments on the draft permit will commence on November 1, 2019 and end on December 2, 2019. Documents related to this application can be reviewed at the following location: Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control Multi Agency State Office Building 195 North 1950 West, 2nd Floor Salt Lake City, Utah 84116 For the public’s convenience, an unofficial copy of the draft permit is available on the Internet at “https://deq.utah. gov/waste-management-and-radiation-control/waste-management-radiation-control-public-notices”. Written comments will be accepted if received by 5:00 p.m. on December 2, 2019 and should be submitted to the address below. Comments can also be hand delivered to the Division address above and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 2, 2019. Ty L. Howard, Director Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control Department of Environmental Quality P.O. Box 144880 Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4880 Comments can also be sent by electronic mail to: “dwmrcpublic@utah.gov”. Comments sent in electronic format should be identified by putting the following in the subject line: public comment on Panguitch Permit Renewal. All documents included in comments should be submitted as ASCII (text) files or in pdf format. Under Utah Code Section 19-1-301.5 a person who wishes to challenge a Permit Order may only raise an issue or argument during an adjudicatory proceeding that was raised during the public comment period and was supported with sufficient information or documentation to enable the director to fully consider the substance and significance of the issue. For further information contact Bryan Woolf of the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control at (801) 5360227. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with special needs (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) should contact Larene Wyss, Office of Human Resources at (801) 536-4284, Telecommunications Relay Service 711, or by email at “lwyss@utah.gov”. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31, 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 Nov. 27, 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. NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5409 (A81797): Seth Elias Taft, Andrew Gillmor Taft propose(s) using 0.015 cfs from groundwater (2 miles South of Bicknell) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 95-5410 (A81802): Don Faller propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 0.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (Notom) for DOMESTIC. 95-5411 (A81804): Samuel S. Alexander propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 1.256 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles south of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 95-5412 (A81809): Nathan and Christine Stuart propose(s) using 0.015 cfs from groundwater (2 miles SE of Teasdale) for DOMESTIC. 95-5414 (A81815): Lance Wells propose(s) using 1.618 ac-ft. from groundwater (Notom area) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. CHANGE APPLICATIONS(S) 61-3202 (a45189): Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Admin. propose(s) using 0.1355 cfs OR 36 ac-ft. from groundwater (Bryce Canyon) for MUNICIPAL: In Tru North. 61-3201 (a45220): Joseph H. and Margaret R. Decker, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 3.2 ac-ft. from groundwater (Panguitch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. EXTENSIONS 61-2612 (a29599): Roland B. and Palma S. Miles Revocable Living Trust is/are filing an extension for 0.00385 cfs OR 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (8 miles SW of Hatch) for DOMESTIC. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019 WASTE MANAGEMENT UPDATE PANGUITCH CITY Large dumpsters for non-household waste are now located outside the fence at the Panguitch City Landfill for unlimited access. All household garbage must be placed in the dumpsters located in the Industrial Park. More information is available at Panguitch.com—City info—schedules. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31, 2019
SURPLUS FOR SALE TROPIC TOWN 1983 Ford LT9 COLL 6 cyl. Diesel Dump Truck VIN: 1FDYU90W4DVA06811 MILEAGE: 255,226 Minimum bid starts at $2,500.00 Tropic Town reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids Sealed bids will be accepted until November 13, 2019 by 3:00 p.m. at the Tropic Town office, and will be opened in Town Board meeting November 14th, 2019. Surplus items will be awarded to the highest bidder. PO Box 130 Tropic, Utah 84776 (435)-679-8713 Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019 SURPLUS FOR SALE TROPIC TOWN 1998 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl. Gas Pickup Truck VIN: 1GTCS1448W8518071 Mileage: 299,231 Minimum bid starts at $500.00 Tropic Town reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids Sealed bids will be accepted until November 13, 2019 by 3:00 p.m. at the Tropic Town office, and will be opened in Town Board meeting November 14th, 2019. Surplus items will be awarded to the highest bidder. PO Box 130 Tropic, Utah 84776 (435)-679-8713 Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE TORREY TOWN TORREY TOWN LOCAL ELECTION CANCELLED On October 10, 2019 Torrey Town Council adopted a resolution canceling the November 5th 2019 local election Pursuant to Utah Code to Utah Code 20 A-1-206: “ A municipal legislative body may cancel an election if all the municipal officers are elected in an at large election: and the number of municipal officers candidates, including any eligible write-in candidates, if any do not exceed the number of open at large municipal offices for which the candidates have filed.” Two candidates filed for the two at large 4-year town council seats. The Following candidates are considered elected to the office: Incumbent: Douglas Max Robinson Council member: Jordan W. Pace Their four-year term will begin on January 1, 2020 Torrey Town Clerk, Paula Pace Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 17, 24 & 31, 2019 PUBLIC HEARING PANGUITCH CITY Panguitch City will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2019; at 6:45 p.m. for public input on Ordinance 2019-14 addressing waste management. The meeting will be held at the Garfield County Court house; 50 South Main in the commission chambers. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019
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Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 24 & 31, 2019 FIRST PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) NOVEMBER 14, 2019 Notice is hereby given that LYMAN TOWN will hold a public hearing on November 14, 2019 at Lyman Town Hall, 115 S Main, Lyman, Utah. LYMAN TOWN is eligible to apply to the Utah Department of Workforce Services for funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities Program, a federally funded program administered by the State of Utah, Housing and Community Development Division (HCD). LYMAN TOWN is eligible to apply for CDBG funding provided LYMAN TOWN meets the applicable program requirements. The purpose of the public hearing is to provide citizens with pertinent information about the Community Development Block Grant program and to allow for discussion of possible applications. This public hearing will cover eligible activities, program requirements, and expected funding allocations in the region. The CDBG Program can fund a broad range of activities, including, but not limited to: construction of public works and facilities, e.g., water and sewer lines, fire stations, acquisition of real property, and provision of public services such as food banks or homeless shelters. In the event that LYMAN TOWN chooses to apply for CDBG funding, a second public hearing will be held at a later time to discuss the project. Further information can be obtained by contacting TIMBERLEE WOOD, at 435-691-4092. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this hearing should notify TIMBERLEE WOOD at LYMAN TOWN, 115 S Main, Lyman, Utah at least three day prior to the hearing. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call the Relay Utah by dialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1-888346-3162. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31, 2019 NOVEMBER 5, 2019 ELECTIONS CANCELLED LYMAN TOWN At the regular town council meeting held October 10, 2019 the council passed Resolution 10-10-2 cancelling the November 5, 2019 elections according to Utah Code 20A-1-206. Dortha Chappell, Lyman Town Clerk Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 NOTICE OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE WAYNE COUNTY PROPOSED CHANGE FROM: RESIDENTIAL/AGRICULTURAL TO: INDUSTRIAL WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT INTENDED USE: MATERIALS SOURCE ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED BY: BROWN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE PLANNING & ZONING MEETING ON NOVEMBER 13, 2019 @ 7 PM WAYNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE LEGAL DES: 10 acres m-l in the NE1/4NW1/4 N1/2NE1/4 SEC 36 T27S R2E and 10 acres m-l in the SW1/4NE1/4 SE/14NW1/4 SEC 36 T27S R2E, located approximately 3/4 mile North of Loa. Parcel: being part of Parcel 01-0008-0045 / O-45 and Parcel 01-0008-0047 / O-47 Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019 NOTICE TO AIRPORT CONSULTANTS ESCALANTE CITY Escalante City, Escalante, Utah is soliciting statements of Qualifications and Experience from consulting firms to provide professional airport planning services and Professional engineering services for the Escalante Municipal Airport. A complete copy of the request for Statements of Qualifications and Experience may be obtained from the office of Stephanie Steed, City Recorder, 56 N. 100 W. Escalante, UT 84726, 435-826-4644, stephmsteed@yahoo.com. DBE firms are encouraged to apply. All proposals received will be evaluated based on FAA advisory Circular 150/510014D and on compliance with the request. Interested consultants are to submit six (6) complete copies of the Statements of Qualifications and Experience by 4:00 p.m. local time on November 19, 2019 to the above address. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31 and NOVEMBER 7, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOULDER PLANNING COMMISSION The Boulder Town Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 14, at 6:00 p.m., in the Boulder Community Center Meeting Room, 351 No 100 East, Boulder, UT, to hear comments on an application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Residential Short-Term Rental (RSTR) in the Fuller/Fogel residence in Lower Boulder. The public is welcome to attend the hearings or submit comments in writing to Peg Smith, at femmith@scinternet.net. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 31, 2019
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org English Teacher for Escalante High School Social Studies Teacher for Escalante High School Half-Time Teacher for Antimony Elementary (one year only) Half-Time STEM Teacher for Antimony Elementary Para Professional for Bryce Valley High w/ Retirement Para Professional for Panguitch High with Retirement SpEd Para Professionals for Bryce Valley High School SpEd Para Professional for Panguitch Middle & High School Para Professionals for All Schools Substitute/Activity Bus Driver in Escalante Substitute Custodians, Food Service, and Teachers Food Service Worker for Boulder Elementary School 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 Head Teacher Robin Gibbs (435-624-3221) 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.
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When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne and Garfield Counties
For Victims of Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault Canyon Creek Women's Crisis Center Emergency Safehouse 435-865-7443 Mobile Team 435-233-5732
New Horizons Crisis Center 145 East 100 North, Richfield Office Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Shelter is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week Phone Number 435-896-9294
Counseling Services Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office 255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236 24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822
Southwest Behavioral Health Center
COULD YOU USE A LITTLE EXTRA INCOME? The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring temporary positions for the 2020 census. Apply online at 2020census.gov.
HOUSE CLEANER WANTED BRYCE VALLEY HACIENDA CANNONVILLE Part-time Position Cannonville, Utah Must have experience, we adhere to excellent quality standards. Send resume to: brycevalleyhacienda@gmail. com Joe Kros: 435-229-0476
MEETINGS 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 Tropic AA Meeting Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion. rtn
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601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176 24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763
Wayne Community Health Center 128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group Melissa Veater 435-690-0911
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Tropic: Tropic Heritage Center Torrey: Grace Christian Church
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We are looking for friendly, hardworking professionals who enjoy the hospitality industry and interaction with guests. P O S I T I O N S AVA I L A B L E: Front Desk Agents Laundry Services Housekeepers Maintenance Bellmen Positions to start April 1st through October 31st At Capitol Reef Resort we promote from within. Please stop by in person to complete an application. We are located at 2600 E SR 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3761
THE FISHLAKE NATIONAL FOREST, FREMONT RIVER RANGER DISTRICT JANITORIAL SERVICES The Fishlake National Forest, Fremont River Ranger District will be advertising for Janitorial Services for two offices in Wayne County. There will be two contracts awarded, one contract for the janitorial services at the Loa Office Building (located at 138 South Main, Loa, Utah) and another contract for janitorial services at the Teasdale Work Center (located at 138 East Center, Teasdale, Utah). Contract performance includes janitorial and cleaning services and restocking of supplies. The government will furnish all supplies and equipment, the contractor is responsible for labor and supervision of labor. Full details of the janitorial requirements and schedules are included in the solicitations. It is anticipated that each award will be made for a base year (December 1, 2019 through November 30, 2020) with the possibility of four option year extensions (options years are determined annually and there is no guarantee that option years will be exercised). The solicitations for both of these projects will be posted online at: www.fbo.gov Enter the following solicitation numbers in the “keyword/solicitation” block on the FBO screen: The solicitation number for the Loa Office is: 1284N820Q0001 The solicitation number for the Teasdale Office is: 1284N820Q0002 Solicitations posting date: October 21, 2019 Solicitations closing date: November 19, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. MT Information sheets that provide all details for interested parties required enrollment in the SAM database may be obtained at the Fremont River RD – Loa Office at 138 South Main, Loa, Utah.
SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER EMPLOYEE ESCALANTE Garfield County is accepting applications for a parttime employee at the Senior Citizen's Center in Escalante. Applications are available at the County Clerk's Office, 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield. utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, November 15, 2019. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer. The successful applicant must pass a background screening.
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EVENTS COORDINATOR PANGUITCH CITY PANGUITCH CARE AND SHARE (FOOD BANK) WORKER Garfield County is accepting applications for the position of Panguitch Care and Share (Food Bank) Worker. The position is part-time (30 hours per month). Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk's Office 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www. garfield.utah.gov. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2019. CORRECTIONS OFFICER Garfield County is accepting applications for a Corrections Officer. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk's Office or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. November 15, 2019. Anyone interested in applying for this position must pass the National Peace Officer Selection Exam prior to making application. The Exam is given at the Browning Learning Center on the Dixie College Campus. For additional information regarding the Exam and registration requirements, contact the Browning Learning Center at (435) 652-7696. The exam is also given at Southern Utah University. Call 435-586-5419 for additional information. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
Panguitch City is hiring a self-motivated individual to join our team as an events coordinator. This is a full time position with benefits. Employee must be at least 18 years of age and have a current Utah driver license. A full job description is available at the Panguitch City office. Salary is $25,000 to $31,000 per year with a benefit package of approximately $32,000. Successful applicant must be a resident of Panguitch City or being willing to relocate. Applications are available at the Panguitch City office, Panguitch.com or Workforce Services. Applications will be accepted until Friday, November 8, 2019 by 5:00 pm at the Panguitch City Office, 40 North 100 East (Panguitch City Fire Station), PO Box 75, Panguitch, UT 84759. Panguitch City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Panguitch City is an equal opportunity employer.
ESCALANTE PREVENTION SPECIALIST AND COMMUNITY COALITION CHAIR Performs a variety of professional duties related to coordinating and implementing the Southwest Center’s Prevention Services throughout Escalante area including working with community coalitions and implementing and overseeing educational programs directed at alcohol, drug, mental health and other related prevention needs. Duties will include, but not limited to: Organizing and facilitating monthly coalition meetings, Develop and coordinate public awareness programs, Develop, coordinate and implement direct service programs and strategies, Maintains organization of coalition and its projects, including filing, communication, budget management, etc. Coordinates and cooperates with various community groups, coalitions, agencies, task forces to create network(s) for prevention strategies and programs, Prepare and present community presentations. After hire, Completes all required training, including E-learning assignments within assigned timeframes, SAPST Certification and Licensure, community mobilization training, etc. (some overnight and out of state travel is required) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education and Experience: A. Graduation from High School or equivalent GED AND B. 1 (One) years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties; Hours: 19 hrs a week. Generally Mon-Friday, but some evenings, weekends and overnights and travel will be required. $13 hr Must pass a Background check, have valid drivers license and a reliable car. Contact Melissa Veater for questions 435-690-0911 and Barb Williams to apply 435-6345634, send resume to bwilliams@sbhcutah.org. Position available until filled.