Giving Back

Josie Luke

Emery County RSVP held a brunch April 16 at the Museum of the San Rafael to recognize the service of Emery County senior citizens involved in the volunteer organization. The group, which in one year has grown from 120 to 185 volunteers, has completed more than 10,000 hours of service in less than a year.

The RSVP program is a division of Senior Corp, which also includes the Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions programs. Addressing the seniors, Laurie Pitchforth, Emery County Volunteers of America Senior Services Coordinator remarked, “I’m in awe all the time spent in the service you give to our community.”

The Emery County group has grown to include 133 women and 53 men, with the average age of volunteers being 70. More than half of the group attended the brunch and were treated to a meal provided by Drew LeRoy.

Many seniors also participated in a performance by the Emery County Senior Citizens’ Band and were able to listen to several speakers. Near the end of the event, a drawing was held where nearly every senior who attended received a prize, thanks to generous donations from local businesses.

Pitchforth was pleased with how well the event was attended and said, “I think the seniors that were there had a good time. It’s an event that they look forward to all year, and we are pleased to be able to do it, because we really appreciate all they do.”

Higher taxes loom as property values soar

James L. Davis

Emery County finds itself once again mandated to do something about what the state views as undervalued home and lot values in the county, or the Utah State Tax Commission will take action on its own.

In 2007 the county raised home values by 18 percent to bring the assessed values of homes within 90 percent of what they were actually selling for in the county. The state’s desire is to have counties assess homes at 100 percent of their market value and 90 percent is the minimum it will allow. With the 18 percent raise last year Emery County Assessor Kris Bell hoped that pressure from the state regarding home values would ease, although she knew the state still took issue with lot values, which are assessed significantly lower than they are selling for in the county.

But in 2008 the demand for homes county-wide has resulted in home sales significantly higher than even the increased values they were assessed just last year. Which is why the state is again calling, demanding that the county do something to bring its property values in line or face the state raising all home values to 100 percent of market value, instead of the minimum of 90 percent.

Exacerbating the problem is the fact that lot values are significantly lower than what they are selling for within the cities of the county, which is brought about by a demand for property within cities and a limited supply of land for sale.

“It’s a sellers’ market right now. The land in the cities is valued lower than it is selling for. We had one lot that was valued at $1,500 and it sold for $19,500,” Bell said.

Vacant lots and lots within cities being undervalued, is what is causing much of the problem the county is facing as it tries to come to terms with state expectations on property values. It isn’t a new problem, according to Bell.
“We tried to raise lot values with our previous (county) commission, and we actually did, but when it came time for the board of equalization the commission reversed everything. That’s kind of why we are where we are. Nobody wants to make their values go up, we’re just trying to get in line with where we are supposed to be,” Bell said.

During the April 22 meeting of the Emery County Commission, Bell discussed the problem the county was facing along with Kimm Lacy, with the Utah State Tax Commission.

Lacy explained to the commission that if the county did not raise its home and lot values to be within 90 percent of market value, then the state would step in and it would have to raise the values to 100 percent of the market value.

The commission, for its part, was reluctant to agree to any action regarding the matter, but made a motion for Bell to raise home and lot values the bare minimum required to bring the county into compliance with the state mandate. The end result of increased home and lot values will be an increase in property taxes at the end of the year, “It’s safe to say that county wide values are going up,” Bell said.

As for how much home and lot values are going to raise, Bell could not give a definitive answer because it varies widely based on what property and homes in the area have been selling for. Home and property owners will be notified of their newly assessed property values when disclosure notices are distributed in July.

In an attempt to bring lot values in line with what the state requires, lots within city limits will be assessed for their value, even if the property is currently being used for agricultural purposes. Property used for agricultural purposes that meet zoning requirements for building will be valued at one half of a lot value and lots within cities that have existing utilities in place will be valued a full lot value. Property designated as green belt will continue to receive green belt designation.

Property values often prove to be a double edged sword for owners, depending on what they are planning for their property. If a home or lot owner is interested in selling, than high values mean the property will sell for a higher price, but for those wanting to hold onto their property, high values mean higher taxes.

The state, for its part, is looking at what homes and property are actually selling for in the area. Just like appraisers, the state looks at comparables based on information it receives from surveys the county assessors office sends out to property owners who have sold land or homes. They analyze what the property was sold for versus what it was valued for and expects the county to have property values set at a minimum of 90 percent of what they are selling for.

The problem arises when there is a demand for property, as is the case for property within the borders of most cities within the county that exceeds what is available. Property owners can ask for more than what the property is valued for and get what they area asking, which raises what the state sees as comparable property values in the same area.

Bell said she sees things eventually leveling out within the county, but not until property values more closely resemble what they are selling for.

“What people need to realize is that we don’t raise taxes, we just set values,” Bell said.

Emery County Democrats decide on candidate

Josie Luke

The Emery County Democrats held their county convention at the Museum of the San Rafael on April 17, where Laurie Pitchforth won the Democratic nomination to run for a position on the county commission over Don J. Riddle.

Pitchforth received 70 percent of the 32 votes cast by county delegates, which was more than the 60 percent required to negate the need for a primary. She will be running for the position on the commission against the Republican incumbent, Drew Sitterud.

Both Pitchforth and Riddle were given the opportunity earlier in the convention to explain their experience and reasons for running for the position.

Riddle related his military experience and his union activity, and then expressed his disgust with what he had heard from many people in the county were “self-serving county commissioners.” He pointed specifically to what he called the “deplorable” $6,000 raise the commissioners passed for elected officials. He asked the audience, “When was the last time you received a $6,000 a year raise? If I were elected, it would never happen.”
He also noted what he viewed as a lack of lack of economic growth, saying that he would provide change if he were elected. “Change in the right direction, change you can count on,” he concluded.

Pitchforth related her family’s’ “long history for the love of politics,” and the political experiences she had while she was growing up. She also pointed to her experience, especially her work on the Ferron City Council and as part of Volunteers for America as the coordinator of senior services, which includes the RSVP senior volunteer program.
She described taking over a program that was “dead,” and told of how she, with the help of others, “turned it into one of Emery County’s finest assets.” Pitchforth also expressed her belief that “public office should not be considered a career, or a way to make a living, but as a way to make a difference.”

Many others also spoke at the convention, including Senator Mike Dmitrich, who is retiring this year, Representative Brad King, who is running for Dmitrich’s position, County Commissioner Gary Kofford and Sheriff Lamar Guymon.

A number of state delegates were also elected at the convention. The Democratic State Convention will be held at the Salt Palace Convention Center on May 10.

Ferron residents face off for commission seat

James L. Davis

Following the Emery County Democratic Convention last week two Ferron residents will face off for the one open county commission seat in the November election.

Democratic challenger Laurie Pitchforth is looking to unseat incumbent, Republican Drew Sitterud as Emery County commissioner.

Sitterud, who is finishing his second term as a commissioner, is running for reelection looking to continue what he terms as an ever broadening vision for the county.

“Because of my training, knowledge, and position I now hold and the coalition of local, state, and federal leaders I know and work with, there are many more opportunities for me to serve more effectively as your county commissioner. My reasons for running are not self-serving. I do not have a personal agenda. I’m a conservative, open minded citizen who cares about the future of Emery County. There have been many improvements made for Emery County over the past eight years as I have served as your commissioner. However, there are still many issues that concern me and I have a desire to continue to work towards their solutions,” Sitterud said.

Sitterud currently serves on the Community Impact Board and said his presence on the board has helped in the communities of the county in their efforts to receive grants and loans from the board.

Sitterud resides with his wife, Julie, in Ferron. They have two children and two grandchildren. Sitterud said his family is his “greatest accomplishment.”

Pitchforth has served as a councilwoman on the Ferron City Council and for the past seven years has been the coordinator for Volunteers of America, the RSVP Program and Foster Grandparent program. She is also an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary and a counselor at Girls State.

She said she believes that with her past experience in city government she can bring a calm, reasoned voice and a progressive, positive viewpoint to the office of the commission.

“Economic development is a must. The possibilities are endless. There is no reason why Emery County should not be a destination place. We have to find ways for more infrastructure and employment while at the same time helping to support the local business,” she said.

In her position as a coordinator for Volunteers of America she said she has learned of the power of people working together for the common good, as well as how everyone can make a difference in the lives of others. Pitchforth has been married to her husband Shane for 30 years. They have four grown children and four grandchildren.

Huntington rejects moratorium on outside water connections

Josie Luke

During the Huntington City Council meeting held April 16, the council declined amending the inter-local agreement between Huntington City and the Castle Valley Special Service District and therefore rejected what would have been the resulting adoption of a moratorium on outside-city-boundary water and sewer connections.

The council voted 4-1, with Councilman Travis Larsen casting the lone vote in support of the amendment. For those who voted against, they cited the fact, as voiced by Councilwoman Cathy Cowley that “We’re surrounded by North Emery Water District. I don’t think Huntington City, because of that unique fact, needs this. I think that’s just another law that doesn’t need to be passed.”

Larsen disagreed, saying, “I think we should have these properties annexed in so they pay taxes to the city.”

Opposing the agreement, Councilman Bob Mills stated, “The county commissioners have spent a lot of time and there’s a lot of conditions that people have to meet in order to build in the county. We ought to support them in what they do. If people have to get the annexation through before they can build, they’re going to go someplace else and build. All we’re doing is telling them we don’t want them to move in.”

Two business licenses were also approved during the meeting. The first license was given to Cindi Edwards, who is opening a new café which will be located at 170 S Main, next to Christy’s Salon Sensations. The second was issued to Karen Hesselman for the “Counter Balance Wilderness Program.”

Councilman Larsen addressed the ongoing city cleanup revealing that many citizens are actively participating. “One yard at a time, we are plugging away,” he said. He also discussed plans to begin awarding a “Tidy Yard Award” to six Huntington homes per month. The first awards would be given in May, and those who won would be given $25 gift certificates to any Huntington business.

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Emery County
Republican Convention

The Emery County Republican Party Convention will be held April 25, 6 p.m. at the Huntington Elementary School, 70 North 100 East (use the east entrance).  For more information call Bill Dellos, party chairman, 748-2488. 

Baseball Tournament

Those interested are invited to participate in the annual Huntington Baseball Tournament on May 2, starting at 6 p.m. at the Huntington Ball Complex.  Proceeds from the tournament will go to the Emery High School’s Girls Softball Team.  There will be a men’s and women’s division.  Call Cheryl at 687-2403.  Registration fee is $130 with three games guaranteed. 

Slow Pitch Softball

Emery County Recreation is currently registering teams for women’s slow pitch softball and men’s slow pitch softball.  Men’s league will be a metal bat league.  All forms must be returned to the recreation office no later than May 16.  Full registration fee must accompany the form.  You may pick up a form at the Recreation office, located at 75 S 400 E, Castle Dale, or go to the web site www.emerycounty.com/rec to download a form.  For more information contact the Recreation office at 381-2108.

‘Womanhood –
Enjoy to the End’

The Castle Dale Stake Relief Society will be hosting a dinner and program April 24 at 6 p.m. at the Stake Center in Castle Dale.  YW’s Laurels are also invited to attend.

The program will be by three dynamic women who have charmed many a gathering throughout the U.S. with their touching, and sometimes hilarious renditions of music that captures the day to day struggles we face as women, parents, and members of the human race.

Please come and enjoy an enlightening and enjoyable evening.

Miss Castle Dale Pageant

Castle Dale City would like girls from ages 4-21 to be contestants in the Miss Castle Dale Pageant.  Contestants must live in Castle Dale.  Each contestant will be judged on appearance, talent and the results of an interview. Winners will receive cash prizes, crowns and a bouquet.

To ensure a successful experience, an opportunity will be given to each participant to practice prior to the pageant.  The winners of each age division will participate in parades and Castle Dale City celebrations throughout the year.  The Miss Castle Dale pageant will be held June 6, at the Emery High School Auditorium.  The deadline to enter the pageant is May 16.  A Miss Castle Dale application may be obtained at Castle Dale City Hall.  For more information please contact Jeanette Woolsey at 381-5558.

Book Drive

The Castle Dale Elementary PTA and the Castle Dale Youth City Council is sponsoring a book drive. Bring your “gently” used books to Castle Dale Elementary from now through April 30, and they will be donated to a local charity.  Please deposit them in the box located in the front hallway. You can also exchange your gently used books from 3-5 p.m. on April 30 at the school, during the Read-a-Thon.

Emery All-Star Cheerleading

Emery All-Star Cheerleading Elite competition team tryouts will be held May 13, 14, 16, and 17 at Larae’s dance studio, ages 10-18.  If you are not able to attend you may schedule a private audition.  Please call and register to receive a tryout packet.  Some fees are due upon making the team.  No auditions necessary for regular cheer classes, ages 4-14 years. For more information call Becky Bunnell at 749-1582 or 687-2632.

Paint the Town

Orangeville is sponsoring “Paint the Town.”  This program is for Orangeville citizens to help in their home maintenance. The city is encouraging citizens to clean up their yards and homes.  If your home is in need of a new paint job you can go to the city office and pick up the information you will need, go to Jones Ace Hardware and receive $6 off each gallon of outside house paint.  Jones Ace Hardware is offering $3 off per gallon of paint and Orangeville City is matching that amount for a total of $6 off per gallon of paint.  The city is limited on available funds for the program, so it will be on a first come, first served basis until funds are exhausted.  Pick up your Paint the Town certificate at City Hall. Help make Orangeville a “Pretty Little Place” to live, work and play.

RSVP ‘Walk to Hawaii’

RSVP is sponsoring a “Walk to Hawaii” contest for all senior 55 years and older.  They will be keeping track and combining all of the miles they have walked.  When they have enough miles to reach their destination they will have a Luau to celebrate their success.   They will also supply free pedometers to all participants.  Call RSVP at 381-2765 for further information.

Festive Fridays

Festive Fridays are back.  Sponsored by the Utah State University Extension Office, there are a number of classes coming up over the next few weeks.  Among the classes are:

Fun Family Reunions & Picnics on Parade.  May 2.  Things to make and do with those you love this summer.  Please add your ideas for family reunions.  Have them ready for copying and deliver to Chris at the Extension Office by April 25.  There will be a picnic.  The cost is $2.

All classes begin at noon and last approximately one to one and a half hours.  The classes are held upstairs at the Emery County Courthouse.   Please RSVP to classes at the Extension Office, 381-2381.

Lions Club
Yard Sale

The Huntington Lions Club is having a Relay for Life Yard Sale on April 26. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Old City Hall.  The old city hall will be open the Friday before from 5-7 p.m. if you want to bring things down for the yard sale. We want everyone that’s going to do spring cleaning to take part. That means attic, basement, closets, sheds. Please donate and help us with the upcoming Relay for Life. For more information call Judy Lang at 687-5349 or Sally Walls at 687-9307.

Food Handler’s Class

The Southeastern Utah Health Department will be conducting Food Handler’s Classes at their office, 25 West, Main, in Castle Dale on the following dates: May 22, June 19. All classes will begin at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.  For more information call 381-2252.

San Rafael
Classic Triathlon

The San Rafael Classic Triathlon will be held June 28 at the Huntington State Park staring at 7:30 a.m.  In its first running the event is being organized by the Emery County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue and will include a half-mile swim across Huntington Lake, followed by a 15 mile bike ride and then a 5K run, ending back at the lake.  There will also be a kids’ triathlon.  For more information visit the triathlon website at www.sanrafaelclassic.com

Vendors Wanted

The Emery County Fair is now accepting applications for Food and General Vendors for the Emery County Fair, which will be held on July 30, 31 and Aug. 1, 2.  You may pick up an application at the Emery County Recreation office, 75 South 400 East, Castle Dale at the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. or visit the website at www.emerycounty.com/fair/vendor.  For more information call Emery County Recreation at 351-2108.

Emery County Recreation
Information

We hope the following information will be helpful to the public.  Office hours for Emery County Recreation are 9 a.m. to  1 p.m. and 1:30 to 5 p.m.  The office phone number is 435-381-2108 or toll free 1-888-601-8075 PIN 1399.  Fax is 435-381-2194.  The office is located at 75 South 400 East, Castle Dale.  Website address: emerycounty.com/rec.  Board member representatives are: Kalynn Fail, Green River; Ryan Jensen, Elmo; Richard Murdoch, Cleveland; Cathy Cowley, Huntington; Dan Whiteleather, Castle Dale; Bart Cox, Orangeville; Jerry Price, Clawson; Jordan Leonard, Ferron; Marie Anderson, Emery; John Nielson, At Large; Jim Jones, At Large; Commissioner Drew Sitterud, At Large.  Recreation director, Shannon Hiatt.

Spartans Flying High

Josie Luke 

With gusting wind whipping up dust from the infield in a doubleheader April 15 against their rival, Carbon, the Emery baseball team gave the Dinos the ol’ one-two, knocking them down in the first game 10-0, and finishing them off 5-2 in the second. They then continued their great play, beating Delta 4-1 on April 18.

Coach Jimmy Jones attributes the Spartans solid play to good defense. “The last six or seven games we’ve probably only made two or three errors. We’re playing really well defensively,” he said. “We just haven’t been giving up many runs.” That solid defense includes great pitching. “Our young pitchers are coming along. They’re throwing the ball really well,” Jones commented.

In all, the Spartans have won six of their last seven, to bring them into second place in region and an overall record of 9-8. “We’re playing some really good baseball. I mean hitting, you just kind of never know what you’re going to get there, but if your pitching and defense are consistent, you give yourself a chance,” Jones said.

Emery scored 10 points on 10 hits in the first game against Carbon, and Brett Mecham maintained his dominant pitching, shutting out Carbon, to end the game early after the sixth inning. Jason Giles started the scoring for the Spartans in the first inning and although the team never had an extra-base hit in the game, they steadily chipped away at the Dinos to do well offensively.

Tayler Tanner, Mecham and Derrick Allred each supplied two RBIs in the game, Jordan Gee and Mecham each delivered two hits and Blake Mortensen scored twice.

With Carbon keeping the score much closer in the second game, Emery found themselves down 2-1 after the top of the fifth. They responded to the challenge scoring two runs in the bottom of the fifth and two more in the sixth, while holding Carbon scoreless in the last three innings, to end the game, to the relief of remaining windblown fans, with a score of 5-2.

Defense definitely helped Emery to win the game. Gee and Allred both had two hits in the second game, and Skyler Jorgensen had the team’s only two RBIs, but the Dinos allowed three runs on three errors to give Emery the win.

Later in the week, Emery traveled to Delta, where Spartan pitchers Mecham and Skyler Jensen held the Rabbits to only one run in a low scoring game. Ryne Jones scored the first run for the team in the second inning, hitting a single and then being advanced to second after Colby Snow reached base on a Delta error, and scoring after Gatlan Huntington hit another single.

Delta scored their only run in the third inning, but Huntington scored again in the fifth, as did Mecham. Snow scored in the seventh, to put the game out of reach for Delta. Gee had two RBIs on two hits in the game. Jones and Huntington also each had two hits in the game and Allred and Snow each had one.

Emery will travel to face Gunnison next week on April 23, before Juan Diego arrives on April 25 for an important region game, where Emery hopes to make up for difficult losses to the team earlier in the season.         

Softball team stretches winning streak to 7

Josie Luke

The Emery Softball team stretched their winning streak to seven games, with resounding wins in a doubleheader against Carbon on April 15 and in a game against Delta on April 17. The Spartans allowed only six runs to score in three games, continuing their dominant play.

The team jumped on Carbon in the first inning of game one of the doubleheader, starting with lead-off hitter Jalee Jensen racing around the bases for an inside-the-park home run. The Spartans didn’t stop there, Adriane Weihing reached base on a Dino error, Chelsea Skinner hit a double, and then Leslee Lake and Candice Norton both sent bombs over the fence.

Carbon never recovered, losing the first game, 14-6 and getting shot out in the second game, 12-0. Exhibiting their great offense in the second game, every Emery player recorded a hit. Jensen had four, Lake and Keera Allred each had three, Weihing, Skinner and Whitney Allen each had two and Norton, Bailey Kay and Markette Tanner each had one.

The game against Delta again showed the Spartan’s strength, both offensively and defensively. Lake was solid, striking out nine and allowing only one hit in a shutout. The Emery hitters also did well, racking up 16 hits in the game, including five doubles, by Jensen, Lake, Kay, Allen and Allred, to bring the Spartans the win over the Rabbits, 9-0. 

Although Coach Beau Stoker still sees some defensive lapses, which he is working with the team to solve, he doesn’t believe that their already prolific offense has yet reached its peak. “We’re scoring a lot of runs, but I still don’t think our offense has lived up to its potential,” he said. “The girls are making adjustments on the fly, and it’s going to be scary if we can get all nine bats clicking at the same time.”

If the Spartans can really increase their offense after scoring 35 points in their last three games, and 77 in the seven games they have played over the last two weeks, opponents should be scared. In fact, according to the Deseret News, the Spartans score the highest number of runs per game in Division 3A, at 9.22. They also hold their opponents to the third lowest runs per game at 2.89, for a difference of 6.33 points scored per game.

Part of the reason for their success is the pitching of Leslee Lake. In the three games against Carbon and Delta, Lake racked up 22 strike outs and with the help of her teammates allowed only 6 runs to score on 14 hits, with only a single hit keeping her from another no-hitter against Delta. Stoker described the job Lake is doing saying, “Leslee has been a rock for us. She’s taken the ball and shut teams down every time we’ve gone to her. I’m not sure we could ask for anything more from the circle.”

With a win this week against Juan Diego on April 24, the Spartans can match their previous winning streak at eight games. Emery could also match or overtake Juan Diego’s record atop the Region 8 standings, if Juan Diego were to lose one of their games against Carbon, who in fact handed them their last loss.

Rentals

Commercial Space for light manufacturing or large space for business start up or expansion. Business assistance available. 637-5032 ext 408, www.btacenter.com

Elmo apartments for rent, no pets, no smokers; culverts for sale, 12” by 21’ long, like new, $200 each. Call 435-653-2680.

Homes for Sale

Attention Buyers:  Are you looking for a Realtor who has your interests in mind?  Call Lauri Davis at 749-0580.  As a member of the MLS I can show you any property listed and help you purchase a home with no charge to the buyers.  Call to see how.  Etzel Realty.  Service with integrity.

Nee more room?  Then don’t miss this 6 bedroom 3 bath home with an awesome fenced .43 acre lot w/sprinkling system.  New vinyl siding, windows and central air.  Newly updated carpet, paint and more.  Call Lauri Davis w/Etzel Realty today for your tour 749-0579.

House for sale: don’t judge a book by it’s cover, must see inside, has been redone from top to bottom, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large attached 2 car garage, RV parking & room to park many vehicles, small fenced back yard, owner will consider carrying contract with large down. Call 613-0194. If no answer, please leave a message & I will return your call.

For sale: 2000 modular home, 16’ wide by 60’, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, in excellent condition, has a deck, shed, & fenced yard, is set up in a trailer court in Carbonville, can be moved, asking $28,000. Call 435-636-0632 or 435-650-8489.

Property  for Sale

Investment property for sale: 2 bedroom, .29 acre property, large closets, den, dining room w/bay window, new roof, new stucco, new windows, needs work on the inside, comes with new hardwood floor for the dining room, new toilet & vanity for the bathroom, located at 400 South 565 East, asking $63,500 OBO. Call 820-0972 or e-mail vlynnj@yahoo.com
Building lot for sale, nearly 1/2 an acre, located on Fairgrounds Road, near Westwood, has animal rights & all utilities, seller will pay closing costs. Call 435-650-0098 for more information.
90 acres of mountain property for sale, trade or lease; used car lot w/inventory in Castle Dale for sale, trade or lease; 10 pickup loads of firewood for sale or trade. Call Rich at 435-381-5550, message me at 435-633-4159 or e-mail me at richfairbanks39@yahoo.com.

Commercial
Property

Commercial Space for light manufacturing or large space for business start up or expansion. Business assistance available. 637-5032 ext 408, www.btacenter.com

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Announcements

110 Giveaways

Free: 3 foot marble top wash basin. Call 637-2537.

Free: 1985 Dodge Caravan, needs a cam. Call 613-0315.

Free: ironwright. Call 653-2585.

Free: entertainment center. Call 472-1218 or come see at 195 Welby Street in Helper.

120 Lost & Found

Lost dog: white Chihuahua w/brown spots, was wearing a pink collar, no tags, was lost in Indian Hills, comes to the name of Julie. Call 970-312-7812 or 435-636-0722.

Found: White Husky, showed up on my doorstep in Huntington on Thursday morning, signs have been posted at local businesses, the sheriff said to take it to the pound but I would rather take care of it until someone calls to identify it. Please call 435-749-9145 or 435-749-9943. If no answer, please leave a message.

130 Yard Sales

Multi-Family Yard Sale. 48 South Main,  Huntington, Sat. April 26, 9 am-2 pm. Variety of items, clothes, treasurers. Stop N Shop!

Yard sale, at 1659 Warwick Circle in Price, follow the signs, next Friday from 10-3 and Saturday from 8-3 (April 25th & 26th), no early birds please, items include boy’s & girl’s infant & toddler clothes, toys, books, movies, some furniture, 15” TV, and other miscellaneous household items.

160 Wanted

Single male looking for a place to rent in the Price, Helper or Wellington area; looking for household furniture. Call 820-0764.

Looking for yarn. Call 435-653-2504.

Looking for a chain saw. Call 637-6253.

Looking for a 22 pistol, preferably a revolver. Call 435-888-6662.

Looking for a medium sized front tine Roto tiller, 6 foot roof bolts & used golf clubs. Call 637-2179.

Looking for someone who sells metal; looking for a chain saw. Call 637-6253.

Looking for a good horse, a horse trailer & a canoe or small aluminum boat. Call 630-6089.

Looking for a G188 D case engine or a tractor that is complete with a good motor; looking for a Mazda 2.6 fuel injected engine for a ‘91 pickup. Call 820-1051.

Looking for a converter for a 35-40 foot camp trailer; looking for various sizes of conduit. Call 637-0447 or 820-1438.

Looking for a canoe or a small aluminum boat. Call 630-6089.

Looking for trailer axles & a chain saw. Call 637-6253.

Looking for a March 08 “In Style” magazine. Call 637-4872.

Looking for someone to help do yard work. Call 820-2985.

Looking for steel, a chain saw & wheels for a trailer. Call 637-6253.

Looking for a used 2-4 horse trailer. Call 801-597-6099.

Looking for free yarn. Call Mr. Ed at 435-653-2504.

Looking for an upright freezer, in good condition. Call 435-749-0156.

Looking for an industrial sewing machine. Please call 435-637-0942.

In dire need of someone that has honey from the Price area. Call Dondra Nance at 613-5243.

Looking for some pigeons. Call 820-0392.

Looking for an ATV trailer, 5x8 or 5x10. Call Wes at 637-2043.

Looking for some freezers, for free or cheap. Please call Stacy Fincher at 637-1092 or Jayme Sacco at 637-4892.

Looking for someone who does electrical wiring on motorcycles. Please call 472-5805.

Looking to buy baby clothes for a baby girl that will be born this July, newborn/0-3 months, would prefer summer clothes; looking for summer maternity clothes, size large. Call 472-8824.

Still looking for a well broke horse for my 10 year old daughter to use in 4H, must be in good health & gentle. Call 435-749-1821.

Looking for poultry brooder lights & other poultry accessories. Call Larry at 650-2271.

Looking for an electric stove, in good condition, either white or almond in color. Please call 650-3940 and leave a message or 637-0614.

Looking for a set of used golf clubs. Call 637-2179.

200 Employment

220 Help Wanted

Sales/Office Clerk, mature nature, part-time. Must work Saturdays, competitive wages. Apply at Earl’s Furniture and Appliance, 687-9119

500
Merchandise

510 Furniture

Living room set for sale, asking $500 for the set. Call 381-5726.

For sale: Two blonde wood kitchen chairs with wheels; student desk, asking $15 for all. Call 636-0632.

For sale: Entertainment center, in good condition, oak, approximately 5 ft by 5 ft, asking $45 OBO. Call Julianne at 650-4761.

520 Appliances / Tools

For sale: Large upright freezer, $120 OBO; washers & dryers, $60 each. Call 888-0899.

For sale: Frigidaire free standing gas stove, never used, parts are still in the box, asking $425 OBO. Call 801-494-9986.

540 Sporting Goods

For sale: 9mm Ruger pistol, comes with 2 clips, 1 holster & a gun case, asking $350. For more information, call Corbin at 435-637-4673.

550 Miscellaneous for Sale

Dog run for sale, 10x10, 6 feet high, asking $100. Call Mary at 650-2221 or Dennis at 650-1062.

For sale: pair of stereo speakers w/pedestals, $80, still in the box. Call 636-5464

For sale: pole pruner; weed eater. Call 637-5869.

For sale: set of forks for a backhoe; pop-up tent trailer. Call 650-4356.

Complete sets of golf clubs for sale; tires for sale; 1987 Jeep Cherokee for sale; looking for an amp for a car stereo; looking for 15” tires for a Jeep. Call 820-4542.

For sale: ten 55 gallon drums. Call 637-9245.

Headboard w/mirror & glass doors for sale; 2000 Honda 350 four wheeler for sale; looking to do all types of yard work. Call 637-6630 or 820-4996.

Solid oak entertainment stand for sale, $100; Sharp microwave for sale, $40. Call 637-2336.

For sale: Flat bed; 1952 International tractor, runs, new tires; 1980 Chevy 4WD truck parts; 5 drawer dresser. Call 687-2212.

For sale: Brand new white bumper cover for a 2002 Mustang, $250 OBO; 1979 1/2 ton truck, long bed, 350 engine, 4WD, brown, $800; used blue sofa couch, $200 OBO; used full size bed, $50; Baja Bug w/rebuilt motor, runs good; 350 engine, $2000; pure bred Chihuahua puppies, $350 each; also looking for a transfer case for an ‘89 Jeep Cherokee. Call 435-630-0518.

Golf clubs for sale, complete sets, right handed & left handed; Kerosene heaters for sale; ‘89 Jeep Cherokee for sale for parts; ‘85 Chevy Celebrity for sale; looking for wheels for a hot rod; looking for wheels for a Jeep. Call 820-4542.

For sale: Twin bed frame w/mattress; half round style curio cabinet; queen size denim quilt; park bench; Ronco food dehydrator; pellet stove; Riccar sewing machine; window mount air conditioner; Browning float tube w/chest waders, flippers & life jacket. Call 749-2484 after noon.

Chihuahua dogs for sale; looking for a place on a rent-to-own basis w/3-4 acres of land, can only afford around $400 per month. Call 820-4512.

For sale: Home air purifier, like new, $15. Call 637-1421.

For sale: Five, 5 gallon metal gas tins with spouts, asking $5 each. Call 472-5478.

Fifth wheel attachment for sale, for the back of a pickup truck; looking for wiener pigs & goats. Call 749-7049.

For sale: Gazelle exercise machine, $60 OBO; 2 antique mini bikes w/3 engines, asking $250 for all; 2 Hercules powder boxes, $35 for both. Call 637-6971.

For sale: Nintendo 64 with games; kid’s size dresser. Call 630-0211.

For sale: Old ten speed, $25; computer with word processor, extra parts & programs, works, asking only $25. Come see at 899 North 750 West #57 in Pilling’s trailer park in Carbonville.

For sale: Twin bed w/mattress; 1/2 round style curio cabinet; queen size denim quilt; park bench; Ronco food dehydrator; pellet stove; Riccar sewing machine; window mount air conditioner. Call 749-2484 after noon.

For sale: BI-fold closet doors, in excellent condition. Call 435-749-2675.

Long prom dresses for sale, worn only once. Call 435-650-4171.

For sale: New set of Holiday dishes, never used, still in the boxes, 8 plates, cups, bowls & etc.; wood Christmas yard decorations, $25. Call 650-5123.

For sale: Older gas generator, 115 volt & 12 volt outlets, $50; small pot bellied stove, $75; adult saddles, one was only used once; horse blanket, in good condition, make offer. Call Jim after 5 PM at 637-7634.

Fifty gallon L-shaped fuel tank with pump for sale, like new, paid $450, asking $300 OBO; looking for a Polaris Trail Boss 250 for parts. Please call 820-4885 after 5:30 or leave a message.

For sale: Lexmark 1200 printer/scanner/copier, like new, $30; two wood chairs with cushions & wheels, in good condition, $15 for both; cowboy hat, custom made, Beaver Charley One Horse, size 7; 3500 CW window mount cooler, like new, used for only one month, new pump, pads are like new, $300 OBO. Call 435-636-0632 or 435-650-8489.

For sale: 1987 Yamaha Venture Royale touring bike, in great shape, low miles, asking $3000 OBO; 10’ cab-over-camper, older, in great condition, only used a few times, asking $800. For more information, please call 435-650-1573. If no answer, please leave a message.

For sale: Wurlitzer piano; exercise bike; four 15” rims for a Chevy truck. Call 650-1936.

For sale: Small wheelchair for a child or small adult, asking $35 OBO. Call 687-2119.

For sale: Home made quarter pike ramp for skateboards or peddle bikes. Call 650-1936.

Fifty gallon L-shaped fuel tank with pump for sale, like new, paid $450, asking $300 OBO; looking for a Polaris Trail Boss 250 for parts. Please call 820-4885 after 5:30 or leave a message.

BBQ for sale. Call 613-1736.

560 Computers / Electronics

For sale: Pentium computer with many extra parts, $50. Come to 899 North 750 West #57 in Pilling’s trailer court on Carbonville Road.

For sale: Pentium 3 computer with extra parts & programming, $50 OBO; computer table & computer desk, $25 each. Come see at 899 North 750 West #57 in Pilling’s trailer court in Carbonville.

For sale: LG 8300 cell phone w/home & car charger, never used, the battery has never been charged, asking $100. Call 435-687-9363 or 435-650-0995.

For sale:  52” Samsung TV, $150. Call 687-2119.

Computer system for sale, has Windows XP, in excellent condition, asking $110. Call 650-0587.

600 Lawn/Farm & Ranch

For sale: Pole cutter; weed eater. Call 637-5869.

610 Livestock

For sale: Bay Arabian gelding, going on 4 years old, asking $1000 OBO. Please call 820-8789.

For sale or trade: Seventeen year old Morgan Gelding, dark bay in color, gentle, needs an experienced rider, has not been ridden in a while, not a kid’s horse now but could be with some work, price or trade negotiable. For more information, please call 435-286-2298, 435-749-1214 or 435-749-2547.

640 Pets

Three year old Doberman/Red Heeler dog, male, neutered, must have letters of recommendation since he has a history of being abused. Call 435-687-9051 for information or call 637-7402 after 2:15 PM to see.

Yorkshire Terrier, free to a good home. Call 650-3199.

Bunnies for sale, $15 each. Call 435-749-1844.

Neutered cat, looking for a good home, special Curly cat, does not shed, is a couple of years old, very good mouser, good with dogs. Please call 650-7482 for more information.

A special needs dog is up for adoption, small to medium sized Terrier mix. For more information, please call Diana at 749-9599.

For sale: One Gerbil with exercise ball, exercise wheel, pen, food, water bottle, & bedding, asking $20 OBO. Call 637-0265 or 650-0330.

Black Lab, free to a good home, about 1 year and 3 months old; ceiling fan for sale, $20; used microwave for sale, $15. Call 820-5349.

For sale: Canaries, beautiful colors, hardy singers, vigorous, serious callers only. If interested, call 435-888-5517.

Free to a good home: 3 1/2 year old Doberman/Red Heeler, male, neutered, is afraid of most men, acts like he has been abused, all shots are current, needs a fenced yard, his name is Buddy, he comes with many items used for taking care of him, must have letters of recommendation. Call Victor for more information about Buddy at 435-687-9051 or to make an appointment to see Buddy, call 637-7402 after 2:15.

660 Farm Equipment

570 New Holland Baler for sale, $5,700.  Call 381-2612

For sale: 40/40 John Deere tractor w/loader;  Call 435-724-0820.

800 Recreational

For sale: 9mm Ruger pistol, comes with 2 clips, 1 holster & a gun case, asking $350. For more information, call Corbin at 435-637-4673.

For sale: Three BMK peddle bikes, Harro-Stolen & Redline. Call 650-6779.

810 Motorcycles

Two mini bikes for sale, both need work, come with 3 motors; looking for tail lights for a Honda street bike. Call 637-6971.

For sale: 1999 Yamaha RT dirt bike, looks & runs great, asking $850. Call 650-9775 after 4PM.

820 Off Highway Vehicles

For sale: 2003 Honda Rincon 4 wheeler, 4WD, rear independent suspension, low miles, $5000; camper, in good condition, $900. Call 650-3995.

For sale: Dune buggy, $2000. Call 435-630-0518.

For sale: Two 2005 ATV’s, 250’s, automatic, 2WD, both look & run great, asking $1500 each or $2800 for both. Call 650-9775 after 4PM.

Four wheeler for sale: 2000 Polaris 425, 4WD, regular shift, great climber, runs great, new battery, books for $2900, asking $2700. Please call 650-0194. If no answer, please leave a message & I will return your call.

For sale: 1999 Yamaha RT 100 dirt bike, looks & runs great, asking $850. Call 650-9775 after 4PM.

For sale: Parts for a Yamaha Rhino side by side. Call 650-3478.

830 Boats & Watercraft

Older fishing boat. 85 Hp Johnson motor and 5 Hp merc. Trolling motor. $1,200 O.BO. Call 650-2957

1998 Glastron GX 185 Fish & ski.  Volvo-Penta fish finder.  Down rigger, live wells, open bow, sound systems.  Excellent condition, low miles.  Also, includes wakeboard, knee board, tube, life jackets, trolling motor and custom made cover. For more information call Becky.  (503) 487-7888.

Boat for sale: ‘86 SeaRay Seville II, very solid 18.5’ open bow, in great shape, features a 170hp in board motor, alpha 1 out drive, bimi cover, salon cover, boat/storage cover, bow cover, has legal seating for 8, good tires, 2 swim steps, all for $3900. Call Scott at 435-613-0204.

Open bow boat for sale. Call James at 650-2957.

840 Campers & Trailers

For Sale:  1997 25’ Coachman Catalina Lite travel trailer, self contained, fridge/air/heat, sleeps 4 to 6. $6500 or OBO, call 381-5212 after 5:00 p.m.

2005 Challenger 5th Wheel. 32 ft., 2 slide outs, queen size bed, sofa sleeper, table & 4 chairs, excellent condition, oak cabinets. If interested call 748-5043

Equalizer trailer hitch for sale. Call 472-3043 & leave a message.

For sale: 1984 Prowler 5th wheel, 35’, has a washer & dryer, completely self contained, sleeps 6, asking $4500 OBO. Call 650-1499.

For sale: 1980 El Rancho cab-over-camper, fully self contained, new mattress, sleeps 5, very clean, no leaks, asking $800. Call Austin at 801-656-9247.

For sale: 1968 Jet camp trailer, self contained, large bathroom, new seat covers, new tires, battery lights, heater, fridge, a must see, serious inquires only. Call 637-4388 after 5:00 PM.

Sleeper/utility/seating capsule for a Ford truck, about 32” deep, sits in the bed of the truck in front of the wheel wells, fully enclosed, has a floor, large enough for 2 adults or several kids or dogs, has a sliding front window, side windows & a large door that opens to bed of truck, fiberglass w/high top that has windows, $150 or will trade; looking for work doing tree trimming & removal and weekly yard care; Sony PSP2 for sale, includes all accessories, 6 games & 2 movies, like new, $180 OBO or will trade for a Nintendo DS w/accessories. Call 613-3265.

900 Autos

910 Autos New & Used

For sale: 1999 Plymouth Breeze, gets good gas mileage, asking $3200 firm. Call 435-609-9665. If no answer, leave a message.

For sale: 1995 Cadillac Seville STS, in good condition, gets 25-28 mpg, asking $4300. Call 472-8361.

For sale: 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, fully loaded, in good condition. Call 650-7628 or 820-6694.

For sale: 1999 Buick Park Avenue. Call 435-724-0820.

For sale: 1988 Subaru Justy, 4WD, $400. Call 820-1440.

For sale: Older car, 1966 Ford, V8 engine, 47,000 miles. Call 613-8918.

For sale: 1993 Ford Ranger, asking $2800. Call 749-0848.

For sale: 2001 Chrysler Sebring convertible, in excellent condition, black top, cherry red in color, leather interior, 69,600 miles, runs great, tires are 1 year old, stock 4 disc CD changer & cassette player, just selling to get a vehicle with more room for our kids, asking only $6000 which is less than what we owe on it & about $2500 less than low blue book. If interested, please call 630-1366. Serious inquiries only please.

For sale: 1982 Ford F250 4WD, 351 motor, standard transmission, runs good, asking $700 OBO. Call 435-749-0775.

For sale: 2001 Dodge truck, 3/4 ton, diesel motor, 4WD, quad cab, 30,000 original miles, in excellent condition, like new. Call 637-5242 if interested.

For sale: 2002 Ford Focus ZTS, runs great, new clutch, in very great condition, asking $10,000 OBO. Call 637-8138 for more details.

For sale: 1991 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat, 4WD, extended cab, 5.8 liter engine, white, power windows/locks, reach through rear window into topper that a 4 wheeler can fit under, has a full carpet kit & sleeps 2, nice wheels with new tires, both tanks full of gas ($110+ value), asking $4200; diamond plate tool box & diamond plate bed caps for a long bed, fits above truck, $100. Call 637-3453.

For sale: 1991 GMC 1/2 ton extended cab short bed, runs great, has a 6” lift, 17” wheels & remote start, $3500; 1996 Grand Am, 5 speed, 2 door, 16” wheels, tinted windows. Please call 630-3475 or 650-5740 and please leave a message.

For sale: 1993 Pontiac Grand Am , runs great, gets 30 mpg, does need some work,  $150. Call 687-2119.

For sale: 1989 Chevy 4WD truck for sale, extended cab, blue in color, 120,000 miles, very clean, one owner, includes camper shell; 1976 GMC 4WD, short wheel base truck, 147,000 miles. Please call 435-749-6799 for more information.

For sale: 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 4x4, 93,000 miles, NADA value is $9300, asking $7800 OBO. Call 613-1140.

For sale: 1991 Dodge Stealth ES with a V6 3.0 liter 24V, 171,000 miles, 5 speed transmission, runs, everything works, needs some work, low blue book is $2300, asking $1500. If interested, please call 650-1499.

1997 Mazda 626 for sale, runs great, power locks, door & windows, moon roof, leather interior, newer tires & exhaust system; looking for a bumper cover for an Alero. Call 820-6497.

For sale: 1997 Ford F250 Super Duty, in great condition, automatic transmission, 4WD, great tires, interior is immaculate, includes a dash mat & seat cover, dark gray w/red stripes, 5.8 liter V8, asking $4500. Call Terry at 888-6868. If no answer, leave a message & we will call you back.

For sale: 1955 Ford F100, 351C, 4 bbl, new paint, new chrome bumpers, grill, new red oak bed (needs to be installed), asking $17,500; 1929 Ford Roadster pickup project with lots of extra parts, comes with a 331 Hemi engine & a ‘52 Chrysler w/a 331 Hemi, auto trans, parts car, asking $1250. Call Lee at 435-637-3003.

2000 Ford Escort for sale for parts, has been T-boned; looking for a tail gate for a ‘93 Ford Rancher. Call 637-1870.

For sale: 1987 S10 Blazer, blue and silver two tone, body is straight, no rust, glass is good, 5 speed manual transmission, 4WD, auto hubs, 2 door, needs new fuel injectors, asking $400 OBO. Call 888-6868.

940 Auto Parts

For sale: Four tires, size 185/80/R13, on 5 lug GM wheels. Call 472-0240. If no answer, leave a message.

For sale: 1965 Ford F100, 4WD, $200; running gear & a 460 engine for an ‘88 Ford 250 3/4 ton; 1952 International tractor; flat bed, with or without 1 ton truck; misc. 1980 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD truck parts. Call 687-2212.

For sale: Set of Super Swamper tires, size 38x15.50x16.5, mounted on brand new aluminum wheels. Call 613-8769.

For sale: 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee, $3000 OBO; 1988 Jeep Cherokee, 90,000 miles, $2700 OBO; Yamaha generator, electric start, best offer. Call 637-1882.

For sale: New front drive shaft for an 07-08 Dodge 2500 automatic with a 6.7 engine, asking $300; new steering damper for an 07-08 Dodge 2500 automatic with a 6.7 engine, asking $75; new clutch kit for an 07 Dodge 2500 6 speed manual G56 transmission with a 5.7 Hemi engine, asking $225. For more information, call 435-650-4407 or 435-650-4077.

For sale: Two new headlights, still in the box, for a 1993-1995 Mercury Villager, paid over $300, asking $100 for both. Call 650-9775.

For sale: Two tires, size P195/50/R16. Call 613-8427.

For sale: 13 1/2” drop, stainless steel visor, will fit a Kenworth W900L or W900B with curved windshield, new, in the box, asking $300. Call 820-0185.

For sale: four 35x12.50 R18 Pro Comp Xtreme all terrain tires, barely used with less than 10,000 miles. Call 435-650-0047 for a great deal. 

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Environmental Movement Used to Seem More Inclusive

James L. Davis

April 22 is Earth Day and there was a time in my youth when I proudly considered myself an environmentalist, but that was before the environmental movement became the monstrous machine fed by an army of the arrogant and led by a legion of lawyers guiding it from one lawsuit to another.  The environmental club used to be more inclusive than it is today.
I fell in love with the idea of being an environmentalist, for the most part, because I loved the mountains and the oceans and I could see what pollution was doing to them.  I thought we needed to do something about cleaning them up, but I never imagined the answer to the problem was to remove humanity from the equation, which seems to be what the more radical elements of the environmental machine desires.
I just naively thought that we should work together to take care of the world we were given, because we are going to pass it on to the next generation and it only seemed fair that we leave it in as good a condition as we found it, or perhaps even better.
But somewhere along the line the environmental movement became a little radicalized and I stopped calling myself an environmentalist, stopped even considering myself an environmentalist.
I stopped considering myself an environmentalist when it occurred to me that a great many environmentalists consider farmers and ranchers to be their enemy.  Thinking of the men and women who devote their life to the land as enemies of the land just seemed to me a little off kilter.  A rancher and a farmer depend on the land for their livelihood and I always considered them the definition of an environmentalist.
Of course, farmers and ranchers aren’t the only group that I would have considered an environmentalist when I was young.  The OHV groups that spend countless hours working on trails to give four-wheeler enthusiasts a place to ride without destroying the area they came to see are environmentalists to me.  They’re working to preserve the environment they love, and the truth be told, I’ve seen a whole lot more back-breaking, environmental work devoted by this group than I have ever seen accomplished by those who thump their chest about being true environmentalists. 
I remember the first time I observed Earth Day was as a teenager in the 1980s.  I didn’t do anything of real importance, just picked up some litter on the side of the road, but I remember thinking then that perhaps little things like that could lead to something better if everyone pitched in.  But again, that was when the environmental movement meant doing something to help, not telling others what they could or couldn’t do.

Harsh Winter Gives Rise to Hantavirus

Judi Bishop

The winter we just endured was a hardship for many humans, but for some critters, it was a happy time. 
I am referring to the rodent population and how many of their breed they have produced in this long, wet and cold winter.  They have hidden in basements, sheds, barns, haystacks and many other places where we humans go as part of our spring cleaning chores or in preparing our yards for a new season.  We do so often without thinking of the deadly virus that rodents leave behind.
Hantavirus is a heightened risk after winters like we have just experienced.  Taking the steps of prevention can be a safeguard for you and your family. 
Open up the doors and windows in an area exposed to rodent droppings for a minimum of 24 hours. Spray the droppings and dust with a bleach clean-up ratio mixture and soak them well.  Wear a mask and gloves when sweeping and picking up the rodent droppings.  Deposit the droppings in a double plastic bag and place in a garbage receptacle.  Do not burn, this is an airborne virus.  Again apply a strong cleaning solution and then mop or wipe clean.
All rodents, not just mice, are carriers of this disease, along with one carried by rats called Leptospirosis.   In areas where rats are, their droppings may be found on various can tops etc., and therefore one should always clean the tops of cans with a bleach mixture before storing them in cupboards or opening them to use.  Both Hantavirus and Leptospirosis begin with flu like symptoms and have an incubation period of 45 days if exposed.

-Public Forum-

So Much for a Chance to Grow

      
You would think elected officials would run our county, but I found out that some appointed boards feel they are better qualified to manage our county than our elected officials.
Our county commissioners and planning and zoning board spent three years working on an ordinance to lower the land requirement to two acres instead of 10 acres.  The special service board downed all that work with a letter to all the cities not allowing any outside hook-ups, not even those with the old 10 acre requirement.
It’s this closed minded attitude that keeps our county from developing.  With this attitude we would not allow a power plant or any development that needed water.  So much for a chance to grow and make jobs for our children.
I feel that the service district is overstepping its bounds and should let the cities make the decisions on the water the cities own.  I feel that it is best to develop the cities but sometimes it just doesn’t work that way.  Let’s let the cities, not an appointed board, make that decision.
We need to be open minded to good managed growth, not closed minded, protecting our kingdom, type of thinking.
We need to be thinking of ways to make jobs for our most precious commodity that we have, our children, not exporting them somewhere else to get jobs and live.
I love our area and the people.  We have the best there is anywhere.
Let’s make it so our children can have a chance to live in the best place there is.

- Ronald Barney
Ferron