Davis Clipper October 29, 2009

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BY MELINDA WILLIAMS Clipper Staff Writer

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THE BOUNTIFUL CANDIDATE FORUM included mayoral and council hopefuls, among them, Joe Johnson (left), Jeff Novak and Ernie Cox.

Experience or new blood?

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LAYTON —First there was the Layton High School choral director who married a former student. Then it was announced that the school’s longtime popular principal, Paul Smith, was under investigation by the school district and placed on paid administrative leave. It’s led to feelings of uncertainty and unrest among students and educators alike at the school, according to a member of the school’s community council. Community Council member Steve Handy said everyone at the school is “shell shocked.” He said,“you know what it’s like to be 16. There’s a lot of stupid rumors going around.” He said students are confused and feel bad that the school has received so much negative publicity lately. They want others to view their school with respect. “They want people to see we’re continuing to deliver an excellent education.” Smith was placed on paid administrative leave on Oct. 12 and district officials have been tight-lipped

Bountiful mayoral race hinges on change vs. stability BY TOM BUSSELBERG Clipper News Editor BOUNTIFUL — From sources of power to alcohol, Bountiful City mayoral and council candidates sparred over a variety of issues,Tuesday night. And while the city council chambers was nearly packed, with about 250 in attendance, a couple of police officers on hand were able to listen and observe, not being called into service to break up any squabbles. Both city council candidates seeking to unseat incumbents emphasized a need for change. “It’s not that I feel the current administration is not running well,” said Ernie Cox. “It’s time for others

to serve. Sometimes people get tired, worn out.” “Eight years is enough,” agreed Phill Wright. Both men are challenging incumbents Fred Moss and Tom Tolman. “People are divided” on the alcohol-related issuance of a waiver approving a beer license for El Matador, said mayoral challenger Jeffrey Novak “I do not support (a license) for an organization that built 412 feet from a library. It’s an issue of public safety. “First it (waiver) was denied (by the city council) and then it passed one year later. Why was it not a public safety issue?” he asked, in response to a question to challengers about what they’d do differ-

ently, and accomplishments from incumbents. The Davis County League of Women Voters sponsored the forum, which was moderated by co-chair Nelda Bishop. “I’ve seen some tax increases.The recreation center vote (in favor) passed by less than 1 percent,” noted Cox. “We thought that was the best possible way to do it (build a new facility),” said Moss. “The pool was sinking, Bountiful paid for it (the facility), and we asked the other cities if they would support it. We thought it should go to a vote rather than a decision by the various city councils.” Novak also questioned awarding

a $750,000 loan to The Square. “We need to consider the risk.It was totally legal, but I don’t know if they’ll be able to pay it back. I would’ve gone for a lesser amount.” “The city has to be careful not to take so much money from Bountiful Power,” said Wright, referring to transfers usually made every year of $2 million to $2.2 million to the general fund. “All of us own it,” Moss said of Bountiful Power. “It is an enterprise fund and pays for itself. The ‘dividend’ goes to the general fund,” comparable to what shareholders in Rocky Mountain Power might receive, he said. n See “BOUNTIFUL,” p. A12


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