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Thursday, July 4, 2019

Issue # 1314

Garfield County Elizabeth Julian, BES Head Teacher and Principal, Commission Receives 2019 Excellence in Teaching Award

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GARFIELD COUNTY The Garfield County Commissioners met in regular session June 24, in a meeting that included four public hearings.

All actions related to the public hearings were approved.

Public hearing #1 was an amendment to the county’s spotlighting ordinance, introduced by Sheriff Danny Perkins. The proposed amendment would prohibit spotlighting on cultivated land in unincorporated residential areas. Perkins said there are too many instances of residents waking up to gunshots when their homes border fields or pastures.

He also noted livestock being wounded and equipment damaged by gunfire. He said the amendment is needed because the current ordinance is difficult to enforce if the “hunter” has a concealed weapons permit. Spotlighting Garfield Commission Cont'd on page 9

by Bonnie Mangold

WAYNE COUNTY - We live in interesting times, or when turned around as in, may you live in interesting times, these words are viewed as a curse in some cultures. Another way of describing our situation is, “We live in uncertain times” or, “We face an uncertain future,” or “The only sure thing is that we are facing a future dramatically different than the past.” If we think in terms of just 50 years in either direction from now (1979 to 2069), the change since 1979 until now will seem inconsequential compared to the change we can count on in the CaiTlyn gorMan

2019 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient, Elizabeth Julian, sits with students Liliana Sanders and Asa Davis.

BOULDER - “They are everything to everyone,” says Elizabeth Julian about the students at Boulder Elementary School (BES), in the video

Two Eagle Scouts Honored in Panguitch

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Remington Veater and Jaxton Breinholt, both 18, were awarded the rank of Eagle Scout in Panguitch on June 23rd.

PANGUITCH - June 23rd , was another special day for the scouts of unit 681, sponsored by the Panguitch 3rd Ward. Two scouts were awarded the coveted Eagle Rank. Many other scouts also received merit badges and the Life Rank advancement.

Eagle Scout Remington Veater, 18, is a son of Chad and Melissa Veater. Jaxton Breinholt, 18, is a son of Todd and Lisa Breinholt. Remington is leaving this week for his Eagle Scouts Cont'd on page 2

Op-Ed

What Wayne Countians Should know Before the July 15 WCWCD Meeting

by Toni ThirioT, Ph.d.

WAYNE COUNTY Do you know where some of your property taxes go? They go to a public service organization called the Wayne County Water Conservancy District (WCWCD) that was established to serve your water needs. Annually .000028 per cent (2018 taxes) of our property taxes goes to this organization.

What would become the

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Emergency Planning: Episode 24— Interesting Times

Wayne County Water Conservancy District (WCWCD) was started in the early 1960s with original Water Right Application (11-29-1960) For 49,624.4 acre feet of water from the Green River and wells in the Hanksville area of surface water for irrigation and stock. The organization WCWCD Meeting Cont'd on page 4

REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA

THURS. JULY 4 - WED. JULY 10

Oh, say can you see little rain and mostly sunny skies in the forecast for this week. Sunny, with some partly cloudy days over the weekend, and a 10% chance of rain Monday. Highs in the low 80s; lows in the high 40s and low 50s. Happy 4th!

recognizing her as a recipient of the 2019 Excellence in Teaching Awards. These awards are bestowed by the Utah Education Association and doTERRA onto ten educators state-wide who “have significantly impacted the life of an individual child or group of children.” The winners were recognized in May at the KeyBank Superstars in Education banquet in Salt Lake City.

After an extensive nomination process, winners were chosen based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s expertise and creativity within their professional practice; advocacy for public education; attention to the

Health Fair July 12 and 13 in Bicknell and Torrey BICKNELL / TORREY Healthy Living and Lifestyle Fair! Utah Valley University Public & Community Health students and faculty, Huntsman Cancer Institute, along with the Central Utah Public Health Department and Wayne Community Health Center will host the Healthy Living Lifestyles Fair at Wayne County Health Center, located at 128 S 300 W. Bicknell, Utah 84715 (435) 4253744 on Friday July12, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon.

Torrey Farmers Market: Saturday July 13, Torrey Farmers Market (Center Street and Main) 4 to 6 p.m.

Health screenings such as blood pressure check, body composition test to measure body fat, blood cholesterol and blood glucose test will be available at no cost. For more accurate results, those wishing to have their blood glucose and cholesterol tested should not eat 12 hours prior to the test. A non-fasting blood test can also be conducted. In addition to the health screenings, health information on sun safety, nutrition, physical activity, stress, tobacco, seat belt safety and heart disease will be provided.

—Utah Valley University

learning needs of all students; community engagement; and leadership in professional development.

As Head Teacher and Principal for the last five years, Julian excels in all of these areas, and has created an innovative, safe and efficient learning environment for BES students, and the community as a whole. “We’re really happy with her work out there,” says School Board President Mike Savage. “Her receiving this award is recognition and acknowledgment of the outstanding job she’s doing.”

As the only licensed educator at the school, Julian’s list Julian

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next 50 years.

One reason for this is that the pace or rate of change keeps accelerating. This is very notable and well documented in the field of technological innovation and scientific discovery, but the same is true for the earth itself. The pace of change in weather patterns being experienced around the world is beyond anything in recorded history.

The relatively sudden failure to thrive of species like bees which are crucial for the Emergency Planning Cont'd on page 3

Fire Safe Ways to Celebrate Independence Day MOAB - Independence Day is a great day to celebrate America’s national public lands. These lands provide tangible goods and materials we rely on and use every day, as well as an amazing array of recreation opportunities. Help keep public lands healthy and beautiful by taking extra precautions to prevent wildfires when celebrating Independence Day this year.

Following a wet winter, many areas surrounding our local communities have highdensity cheatgrass and other readily flammable vegetation.

Cheatgrass fires spread rapidly and may be impossible

to control with simple garden tools and hoses. Moab Interagency firefighters have responded to several human-caused fires in recent weeks that started as debris burns and escaped, spreading quickly to surrounding dry grasses and weeds. Current hot dry weather and winds have led the National Weather Service to issue red flag weather warnings for the area. These escaped fires are preventable and you can help protect lives and property in your communities and surFire Safety

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Five Wild Animals You May Not Know Live in Utah

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Roadrunners have many common names locally, including paisano, chaparral cock, snake killer and medicine bird.

SALT LAKE CITY Many Utahns have seen deer, jackrabbits and a variety of birds while recreating throughout the state. But the Beehive State is home to a whole host of animals that you may not even know about.

Here are five wildlife species that you may not have realized live in Utah.

Snipes That’s right: Snipes aren’t actually a “made-up

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

—Nelson Mandela

animal” that you used to play pranks on your friends at campouts. They are a real bird species that is native to Utah.

Wilson’s snipes are small, migratory birds that typically migrate through Utah in the spring and fall, but some stay year-round. There are about 2 million in the U.S., and they migrate through areas across the northern U.S. and Canada, similar to many duck and goose species.

Snipes are shorebirds that are patterned black, white and brown with round, pudgy bodies, long legs and a long bill.

“Their bill is unique because it's both flexible and sensitive to feeling, which allows them to find things like worms and larvae several inches below the soil

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We appreciate Mr. Durfey’s "letter to the editor" regarding Garkane Energy community donations and would like to clear up a misunderstanding he may have regarding scholarships and other charitable donations. To answer his question, we can refer back to a letters we wrote in The Insider and in the Garkane HIGHLIGHTS quarterly newsletter.

Why does Garkane actively participate in community and charitable giving when that money could be better used to reduce costs and electric rates. We explained why this concern is not valid and on the contrary, our highly supported scholarship program is in fact, not funded by money that if reapplied, would reduce electric rates. The reason is, the funding for these charitable giving efforts comes from an account which is called “unclaimed capital credits.” Utah law H.B. 255 states that if unclaimed capital credits are not used locally for financial assistance to a school, non-profit organization, or community organization, it must be sent back to the state of Utah.

The money for scholarships and most other donations do not come from customer accounts as Mr. Durfey implied. The funds come from unclaimed capital credits or Operation Roundup (which is a voluntary program). Management and the Board of Directors of Garkane Energy feel that these funds are better used in our local communities rather then to be transferred to the state. We are always willing to listen and explain our policies if members have questions about them.

Sincerely, Dan McClendon / CEO Garkane Energy Cooperative 435-339-0054 (please call me anytime)

In Panguitch, A Sad Ending for a Baby Deer

to be abandoned by their mother. Jones advised to “watch or take a photo of it from a distance, but don’t approach it. In almost every case, the fawn has not been abandoned by its mother. Deer fawns are actually alone or isolated during their first weeks of life, and that’s on purpose.

The mother knows that leaving the fawn alone is the best way to protect it from predators.”

Unfortunately, several deer have CourTesy norMan MCkee continued to hang Fawn found near Panguitch L.D.S close to some of our Stake Center and thought to be abantowns this spring. doned. If you are concerned, contact Last Thursday, a a local wildlife official. Lone animals fawn was spotted may not be abandoned. near the Panguitch L.D.S. Stake CenPANGUITCH - A recent article quoted the Utah Divi- ter building. Concerned for sion of Wildlife Resources big its safety, several individugame coordinator Covy Jones. als picked it up and moved it He cautioned all of us to resist through a fence to a nearby getting too close and definitely larger field. The fawn continnot to touch or pet a deer fawn ued to lay and hide in the tall or elk calf, even if they appear grass. Even if or when the

mother doe returned to nurse her baby, it is likely to have been abandoned due to the human scent now on its body.

Another concerned lady living near the church observed the fawn and called me.

We made contact with the local wildlife representative Kyle Christensen. Since the fawn was now getting somewhat lethargic, he took it in his truck to his home and attempted to feed it and revive its energy a bit. Without success, the fawn eventually died from lack of nutrition.

So again, don’t touch or handle lone fawns. They may not be abandoned, as suspected. However, if you have a concern, contact a local wildlife official. Even if you don’t touch the fawn, getting too close can cause it to run away from you, and from its hiding place where its mother left it.

Then, when the mother comes back to care for the fawn, it won’t be there. “Keeping your distance and not touching animals are the keys to keeping young animals alive,” Jones said.

—Norman McKee

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LDS Mission assignment to Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Jaxton is anticipating his mission call this week. Both are great examples to the many other scouts who are working to attain the Eagle Rank.

Both their Eagle Projects involved organizing and carrying out extensive work in upgrading the Panguitch Shooting Range. As you now practice your shooting skills at the range, enjoy the work that these young men accomplished!

We salute these two new Eagles. They now join an elite group of American scouts and former scouts who have earned this special distinction.

Most Eagles develop into responsible men that become leaders and movers in our society. Again, congratulations Remington and Jaxton, and thanks to the many other scouts, adults, and family who helped support these young men in this special achievement!

—Norman McKee

Dan McClendon CEO/General Mgr.

For questions regarding Garkane operations, I am happy to answer them directly.

Please call me anytime at:

(435)339-0054

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(Left)Where the new chip seal meets older pavement at Eggnog Junction. Capitol Reef is to the left, Starr Spring to the right, and the road continuing to Bullfrog is behind us. (Right) On the Burr Trail looking north at the cattle guard at the eastern Capitol Reef National Park boundary. Chip seal is on this side, graded dirt on the park side. Yes, there was even a pamphlet in the "park information" kiosk. And it took about 20 bug bites to get to it.

We ploughed southward just for kicks to check out the new pavement (chip seal), that the county did in late April of this year, being curious about where exactly it is. Having stopped through Boulder on the way through, we noted that talking to a few people there, they weren’t sure where it was, either.

Probably some of the confusion is because a lot of us think of the Burr Trail as ending at the bottom of the switchbacks at the junction, and the Notom Road as picking up from there in both directions north and south. This is in fact the historic way it was named, and also how some maps, including a fancy gazetteer map I just bought in 2018, still label it. But today—and this is according to a National Park Service map—the whole 66 mile road from Boulder to Bullfrog is now considered the Burr Trail.

If you’re wondering where the pavement is, if you turn south from the junction after the switchbacks, the eastern Capitol Reef park boundary ends a little more than 3 miles down, at a cattle guard.

The new chip seal picks up from there, and ends about 7.5 miles down where it meets up with older pavement that takes you the additional 20 miles to Bullfrog, from the intersection of Eggnog Junction, which includes another dirt road going off toward Jackass Spring and Starr Spring.

A History of Garfield County, a book by Linda Newell and Vivian Talbot, was published in 1998, just after the last Burr Trail Controversy (as they refer to it), in which they state, “The issue surrounding the road involves whether or not to maintain the “primitive character” of the road or to allow Garfield County to make certain improvements on the

thoroughfare that county officials believe is in the interest of public safety and would further stimulate tourism.”

This followed Garfield County’s 1995 chip seal of the 30 mile stretch from Boulder to the western boundary of Capitol Reef.

Newell and Talbot concluded their Burr Trail subchapter with: “At the time of this writing, how all of this will be decided remains to be seen.” The current project is under litigation, just as the previous one was, and a current wrap-up of events could very well be, “Ditto.”

Driving the road now, it still feels a lot like graded dirt, since the gravel hasn’t completely mushed itself into the asphalt. My own response to the project is. “Huh.” Is it good or bad? Necessary? My larger question is, what do the people of Garfield County feel about it?

—E.W.

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This past week a couple of friends and I took a day trip down the Burr Trail. One of those excursions where, if I haven’t done it in a while, I’ll think, “It’s time to go.”

There’s nothing quite like the quiet beauty of the red rock walls through Long Canyon, and the thrill of the switchbacks dropping down to the Notom Road junction. Once there, a sign in the middle of nowhere points toward other nowheres. Well…you will eventually end up somewhere, but there is a lot of good nowhere in between.

Which is perfect.

The gnats were awful (worst gnat year, ever) so our intended walk/hike was a complete nonstarter. Once at our destination everybody got out of the truck and almost immediately you could tell that the group vibe was, “Let’s get back in the truck.”

And so we did.

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whole of life—not to mention our agricultural success—is stunning. Other changes are happening at an unprecedented rate.

After a year of researching and writing about various disaster scenarios, emergency responses, and needed preparations, I have come to believe that, long-term, the greatest vulnerability communities have, including Wayne County, is the lack of local food independence. In their supposed mission to feed the world, big corporations have taken over so much of the food supply chain and apparatus—from seeds to water to fertilizer to land—that small, independent farmers are vanishing quickly, and with them any remaining local food independence.

We now buy most of our food from grocery stores, which get shipments of food originating in almost any part of the world, but certainly from far enough away that food has to be flown and or trucked to our region. And much of that food is produced by or dependent on or controlled by relatively few large corporations. What could possibly go wrong with this scenario?

Well, all the things that these past episodes have been dealing with: from earthquakes and destruction of roads, to destruction of the power grid, to either too much or too little water (think of the flooding in some areas such as the Midwest that is preventing farmers from planting their crops), to fires, wars and other disasters. Then there are the super-bacteria or viruses or other mutated pathogens that can infect and wipe out an entire food source. This can happen more easily now because of the limited genetic diversity in food crops and farmed animals, resulting in a lack of resiliency. As I write this, China—by far the largest exporter of pork in the world—has had to slaughter over one million pigs (a quarter of their total I believe) due to an outbreak of another strain of Swine Fever in that part of the world. That’s just to date. The epidemic is not over. Unfortunately we have created a world where our food supply is susceptible to an almost endless list of potential disasters.

Nevertheless, we don’t have to be victims of such things. Not so long ago— in fact during the lifetimes of many of us alive now— Wayne County was food independent. Everything we truly needed to be healthy was grown or produced here

in the county. Certain crops could be grown in the Caineville area, some in the Torrey, Capitol Reef area, others in the Loa, Fremont area. The temperature and elevation differences within the county made it possible to grow many different crops, and they were indeed grown. Dairy products were produced locally, and it was not just cattle and sheep being ranched; chickens, turkeys and pigs were raised as well.

Obviously we can’t go back to those times or conditions; too much has changed.

For one thing much of our topsoil has vanished—a problem throughout the world, unfortunately. But there are opportunities here. What we need for healthy bodies could be grown locally once again. To produce enough it might mean getting creative and inventive, utilizing new ways to grow food on less land, with less top-soil, with less water, and without the cancer-causing toxins that are now showing up everywhere in the world in our food supply (even in mothers’ milk) and contributing to declining health. The techniques are out there. Communities in nearby Colorado are having success with various nontypical approaches, including what’s called regenerative agriculture, which aims to rebuild healthy soil, improve watersheds and lead to food independence.

Young people with an entrepreneurial bent, looking for how to remain in Wayne County and make a living, and perhaps some of us older folks as well, might choose to create what could be a thriving business addressing the eventuality of needing to be food independent. It might require greenhouses, maybe hydroponics, maybe other approaches. I do think that food production, whether for local consumption or a specialized crop for a market close by such as Salt Lake City, can be a driver of economic opportunity and stability. No matter what happens in the world— politically, economically and otherwise—people will always need food.

It makes sense for every family to grow as much as they can of their own food supply. Some families do, but others of us may be too old, or lack the means to even get started, which is why community gardens are important.

I was encouraged to read recently of the effort—in Loa I believe—to create community garden spaces. I would encourage folks to take advantage of that, and to support our local farmers’ market held Saturdays in Torrey from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. In Teasdale I can envision the land where the little white church once

stood becoming a thriving and lovely community garden area (hint).

Many folks here already raise chickens for egg-laying purposes. It behooves all of us to consider that possibility, along with having a vegetable garden where the hens can eat the bugs and help fertilize the crops. (I hope Wayne County doesn’t have any laws against raising chickens in ones back yard. If we do, no doubt someone will bring it to my attention via a letter to the editor; don’t bother with FaceBook— that’s not my information source of choice.) I did attend a lecture on raising chickens last year, and while it sounded just a bit complicated to do it “right,” I suspect there is quite a bit of leeway. Obviously you do have to ensure they can be safe from predators and inclement weather. Fortunately guidance is easy to come by; chances are you have a neighbor with expertise. There are also good sources available on the internet.

In truth, I do believe lack of food independence is our greatest vulnerability. Food storage to get you through a shelter-in-place emergency is important, but we also need long-term strategies that provide living foods for optimum nutrition. The power grid being down would be another huge negative for our communities, as most of us are dependent on electrical power for our water supply, refrigeration of food, transportation fuels and other needs. Anyone who can afford to install solar panels to supply electrical power is well advised to do so, though don’t look at it as a money-saving venture unless you are planning to live for quite some time.

Keeping your body healthy and strong is critical to resilience in “interesting times,” so don’t forget to move. Throw away (well, not literally) some of those electronic devices and get outside and enjoy the most beautiful place on the planet (just my opinion). Also important for long-term health and wellbeing is to treat others with loving-kindness, and to have or develop a sense of community wherever you live—the kind of community spirit that is nurtured by public spaces such as the revitalized Teasdale Amusement Hall, community gardens, farmers' markets, rural post offices, etc. We need the food for the soul as well as for the body.

Time to step off my soapbox. I am hoping that readers might respond to these thoughts through letters to the editor, particularly with ideas about how we could begin to transition to food independence and perhaps local power independence.

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snails and other small creatures that live in or near water.”

This bird species lives in marshes, along creeks and in wet meadow areas around Utah. They are fairly secretive and typically stay in dense vegetation, so they are

hard to see in the wild. However, if you visit one of Utah’s wetlands throughout the year, you may get lucky enough to see one, typically in areas that have salt grass. As temperatures get colder and waterbodies start to freeze, you can find them on the edges of creeks

that still have open water.

You can also hunt snipes in Utah. Similar to ducks, they have the same 107-day hunting season from roughly October to January. They have a bag limit of eight per day and a total possession limit of 24. However, few people hunt snipes in Utah and only a couple hundred are harvested each year.

“They fly erratically in a zigzag-type pattern that helps them avoid avian predators,” Stringham said. “They're hard for hunters to shoot, which is why people who are good shots are called ‘snipers.’

They also have eyes that are farther back on their head than most birds, which allows them to see things in a wider angle, both behind and in front of themselves.”

Flying squirrels While Utahns frequently see red squirrels in their neighborhoods and in forests, you may be surprised to learn that the northern flying squirrels are also native to Utah.

And while population numbers aren’t available, flying squirrels are actually quite common — but they are very difficult to see.

“They are nocturnal and generally hang out in the treetops,” Kim Hersey, DWR mammal conservation coordinator, said. “Flying squirrels are found in coniferous forests in the mountains throughout the state. Count yourself lucky if you catch a glance.”

The name is slightly deceptive, however. Flying squirrels don’t actually fly: They glide. (Bats are the only true flying mammals.) Flying squirrels glide through the air, thanks to a membrane between their front and back limbs, similar to a wingsuit.

An average glide for a flying squirrel is around 65 feet, but they have been recorded traveling up to 325 feet in a single glide.

Along with having a unique traveling method, flying squirrels are also unique because recent research has discovered that they glow flu-

been directors/trustees have had good intentions but may have become complacent and arrogant without any oversight over their activities.

To continue the evolution of the WCWCD, the first 40 years of the organization was concentrated on building storage reservoirs for agriculture use in times of water shortages. The WCWCD has the right to collect water from the Fremont River from November 15 to March 15 annually for such storage. Unfortunately, they were not able to make such storage reservoirs happen. You will have to ask the directors why it was all too much to accomplish as this information is too lengthy for this article. They did look at 12 sites.

Legally, the WCWCD continued under the supervision of the Sixth Judicial District Court where they were to submit annual reports, appointments for directors, budgets, etc. Their annual meeting was designated May 1st, and they were to have quarterly meetings announced so the public could attend. All work of the Board was to be documented and presented including any legal leases etc. open to the public. All business of the district was to be conducted in public meetings with accessibility to documentation of such meetings to the public. The only closed meetings were to be if the information discussed affected negotiations and information of possible employees.

Annual reports from 1978 to 1991 were submitted

and approved. Apparently, the WCWCD did not file annual and financial statements from the years 1992 through 2005.

They had to file subsequent documentation with the Utah State Auditor and present that approval to the Sixth Judicial District Court. In other words, they did not do their job well during those years and had to use lawyers to clear up the mess. The Sixth Judicial District Court then approved in 2006 the directors already appointed to get back to their required schedule of one, two, and three year terms which had not been followed.

In fact, when I requested information as to who was on the board in 2012, I was given the 2006 documentation and told this was the current board of directors. Does that sound like they were following appropriate procedures?

Then, it appears in 1983 that the appointment of directors came under the Wayne County Commissioners even though the Sixth District Court appears to have had some supervision through 2006. Since then, it appears meetings, if and when held, come under the jurisdiction of the Wayne County Commissioners meeting and recently under the supervision of one commissioner’s duties, who is Stan Wood, who had been a director of WCWCD in the 1980s.

As the WCWCD did not fulfill their duties to produce reservoirs for a variety of reasons, they needed to find ways to utilize the 49,624.4 acre feet of water granted to

Wayne County. They got entities to use the water through leases. They segregated 237.6 acre feet of water to Sandy Ranch in 2005; 2 acre feet of water to an unknown in 2006; and 49,760.4 acre feet of water to Tim Vetere (now Green River Companies GRC) in 2006. At this point they had leased more water than they had been given. Then, in 2011 they supposedly permanently gave The Teasdale Special Service District 100 acre feet of ground water.

There does not appear to be documentation on how an appropriation of surface water changed to the use of ground water. And, in 2014 Gaylen Rees was granted 36 acre feet of ground water under protest of 60 people leading to a Protest Hearing with the Utah Division of Water Rights. This protest brought the WCWCD to the attention of residents of Wayne County.

What does this mean to the residents of Wayne County? Most of the allocated water is leased out of the county to Tim Vetere of Green River for supposedly 50 years at $9000 annual lease payment with no money received the first three years of the lease established in 2006 except earnest money of $10,000.

The WCWCD has the right to increase the annual lease monies after ten years which would have been 2016. It is unclear if there has been an increase, which should be done.

Vetere is supposed to submit a report every 6 months on development, amount of money spent and on what it is spent.

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American pikas are small grayish-brown mammals that look like a cross between a rabbit and a mouse

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Beginning in 1989, river otters were reintroduced into several rivers in Utah, including the Green, Strawberry, Duchesne, Escalante and Provo rivers.

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surface,” Blair Stringham, assistant wildlife program chief for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, said.

“They primarily eat worms, larvae and insects, but they will also eat small fish, frogs, WCWCD Meeting Cont'd from page 1

was “created” in the Sixth Judicial District Court of Wayne County June 2, 1975 for the purpose of developing and supplying water for municipal, agricultural, industrial, commercial, recreational, and other uses to benefit the citizens of Wayne County. A board of nine directors representing the towns of Wayne County plus one unassigned at large member was established to run the organization.

These directors’ names were submitted to the Sixth Judicial District Court for one, two, and three year appointments. Supposedly, anyone in Wayne County who is a resident may be considered for a vacancy then and now.

Vacancies must be advertised 90 days before a meeting and open to all interested citizens (Utah Code 17B-1-303 to 306/20A-1-512). Board members do not serve indefinitely as stated by the Utah State Auditor. But, this is not the case on the WCWCD Board where at least one member has been there since its inception, and other have served for excessively long periods of time.

Possibly because there has been little change in the Board of Directors, now called the Board of Trustees, some of the necessary documentation and follow through for transparency has been inadequate, leading to conclusions of a “good old boys’ club” which may or may not be accurate. Those who have

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Flying squirrels primarily eat nuts, acorns, fungi and various other plants. In the wild, they typically live to about 4 years old.

Pikas Many people are familiar with the Pokeman character, Pikachu, but what you may not know is that it is based on a real animal called a pika, which is native to Utah. American pikas are small grayishbrown mammals that look like a cross between a rabbit and a mouse.

They live in high-elevation talus rocky areas, and are commonly seen in the Wasatch, Uinta, Tushar, and La Sal Mountains, as well as Fishlake National Forest and the lava fields near Cedar Breaks.

“Pikas can most easily be spotted gathering vegetation around the edges of talus slopes,” Hersey said. “Listen for their ‘eep’ alarm call and look for them on nearby rocks.

You can also locate their ‘haystacks’ of stored vegetation piled in the rocks. A unique thing about pikas is that, unlike many mountain-dwelling small mammals, they do not hibernate. They remain active under the snow by feeding on stored vegetation.”

Pikas eat a wide variety of grasses and flowers and typically live three to four years, but have been known to live up to seven years. DWR has been monitoring pikas since 2008, and their populations have been stable.

River otters While they are often a favorite at the zoo, northern river otters are actually native to Utah and can be spotted in the wild. However, they have never been abundant and populations were greatly reduced due to over-trapping and pollution. But beginning in 1989, river otters were reintroduced into several rivers in Utah, including the Green, Strawberry, Duchesne, Escalante and Provo rivers. Because river otters are fairly secretive animals that live in low popu-

lation densities in the wild, it is hard to know exactly how many are currently in Utah.

Utahns are most likely to see river otters along the Green River and in Flaming Gorge Reservoir. They can also occasionally be spotted along the Colorado, Provo, Strawberry, Duchesne and Escalante rivers and their tributaries.

“Despite their name, river otters have also adapted to other aquatic habitats and can sometimes be found in coastal areas and lakes,” Hersey said.

River otters eat fish, frogs, a variety of crustaceans, and small birds and mammals. They typically live to no more than 8 or 9 years old.

Roadrunners Another famous cartoon character, roadrunners are also native to Utah, although there aren’t any population estimates available for how many live in the Beehive State. Utahns can see greater roadrunners primarily in the southern part of the state, particularly in Washington, Kane and San Juan counties.

Although there isn’t a strong resemblance, roadrunners are actually most closely related to cuckoos. They have many common names locally, including paisano, chaparral cock, snake killer and medicine bird.

“Although they can fly, they prefer to walk or run,” DWR wildlife biologist Keith Day said. “They are weak fliers and glide more often than actually flapping their wings.

They can run at speeds of more than 18 mph.”

Roadrunners eat a variety of things, including snakes, lizards, spiders, scorpions, insects, birds, rodents, and bats. And during severe food shortages, they may even eat their own young.

Roadrunners have been known to live up to nine years.

—Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

The kicker is that Vetere can gain 20,000 acre feet of water rights transferred to him upon proved certificates of appropriation if he proves out 43,000 acre feet of our 49,000 plus water rights. You can get copies of these materials legally by submitting a GRAMA to WCWCD. Since the WCWCD had given away more water than they had, they took back 2,000 acre feet of water from Vetere in 2012 so they would have some water available for use in Wayne County. They got 2,000 acre feet of water back by giving Vetere a 2,000 acre feet water certificate of appropriation without having to proof it. This gets added to whatever acre feet of water he may have proofed towards the 43,000 acre feet of water to gain the transfer of the 2,000 water right to him. Quite a deal, huh?

So, awareness of the WCWCD has led to the gathering of information from GRAMAs which are a request for information from public entities like the WCWCDS; they may include anything of public record. In the case of the WCWCD that means minutes, budgets, appointees, leases, and almost anything that is supposed to be done in open meetings to the public. When receiving a GRAMA the organization must respond within 10 working days. The WCWCD is out of compliance on two submitted GRAMAs of January and February of 2019.

Further information was collected at the Wayne County Courthouse in the form of

200 plus pages of documents of the Sixth Judicial District Court with regards to the inception and supervision of the WCWCD. Other documentation is found and comes from the Utah Division of Water Rights website.

The WCWCD was required to write a new 40year water use plan for Water Right 95-434/Application to Appropriate Water Number A32509 in 2013. This plan extends the existence of the WCWCD to 2053. It now states authorization to sell water within/without the boundaries of the district. It recommends 4 projects; 1) 4 projects with Vetere now known as the Green River Companies over 20-25 years; 2) project in North Hanksville; 3) project in South Hanksville; and 4) a project in Cisco, Utah. The plan states “the quantity of water needed to complete all of the projects is more than what is available under WR95-434”.

The extension was approved by the Utah State Engineer.

The question is how does the plan benefit the residents of Wayne County? And, where do they get additional water?

Reviewing the records from the above mentioned sources, some disturbing facts may be of concern in terms of compliance with the dictates of the Utah State Auditor under whose jurisdiction the WCWCD falls. Concerns: 1) recent minutes through 2015 that WCWCD Meeting Cont'd on page 10

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by Jeffery J. MCkenna Deciding who gets your assets after you die is difficult enough, but what if you want to make sure someone IS NOT included? Even though the word “disinherit” may conjure up images of family discord, there are many reasons one may wish to do it.

Perhaps one of your children is a wealthy entrepreneur and another has special needs, or perhaps you are in a second marriage and want to provide for your children from a previous marriage – but not your ex-spouse.

Disinheriting anyone other than members of your nuclear family is easy – just leave them out of your will. But states have special protections for spouses and children.

Spouses. If you live or have lived in a community property state like Arizona and Nevada, the law assumes that your spouse automatically owns half of everything you both earned during your marriage. There are ways to define money that is yours, separate from the community property, to make sure it goes where you want when you die. However, in order to do that, both spouses must sign a written agreement that explains which assets belong to each partner separately.

There are rules that may apply when attempting to separate commingled funds, that is, funds of each spouse that have been deposited into a joint account. Therefore, it is important to consult an attorney to make sure that there is no question or misunderstanding that may cause con-

flict when you least expect or need it.

Other states give your spouse the right to claim a prescribed portion of your estate, no matter what your will provides, or even if you have a will at all. In these cases, it is impossible to completely disinherit a spouse, unless your spouse is willing to sign a marital agreement waiving his or her right to your estate.

Ex-spouses. Your exspouse has no claim to the assets of your estate, unless he or she has some claim against your estate before you die, such as a court order that has awarded a portion of a retirement benefit or pension. It would depend on how the assets were separated at the time of the divorce. Significantly, insurance policies with an exspouse inadvertently left as beneficiary take precedence over a will that leaves those same assets to another.

Children. In most cases, you can disinherit a child or grandchild simply by stating so in your will. However, simply omitting to mention a child does not automatically disinherit a child. The omitted child can contest the will if you do not make your wishes clear. Most states have laws that protect against accidental disinheritance; for example, if a child was born after you drafted your will. Again, unless you specifically state that the child is disinherited, the child will be legally entitled to the same share as the other children.

Disinheritance is a personal issue. One who wishes

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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.

by Ray Conrad

"Dude" From Fence Lines,

by Ray Conrad.

Published by Avalanche Creek Productions, 2009.

Mary, Mary, quite contrary, I've got a horse like you.

The thing you want the very least is what he wants to do.

About the time you choose to feed he wants to run and play.

Then, when you're busy somewhere else he hollers for some hay.

When he's locked in he sure wants out, so he picks the lock and goes.

If it was a hundred and ten degrees, you'd prob'ly find him froze.

And if it was thirty-nine below, I'd make another bet.

That damn old plug would be shaded up, all lathered over with sweat.

When I'm a-ridin', that there is always a major willpower test.

'Cause when he's got his saddle on, and he sees me comin' around, He figgers I want to get on board, and he wants me on the ground.

If he's up to his belly in water I'm sure he'd rather graze, And if he's in clover clear up to his knees You'd think he'd craved water for days.

It's a good thing old Dude is a gelding, 'Cause if he was a stud and got bred, That contrary bugger would not become daddy.

He'd mother a foal, instead.

Like Ray's poems?

Send him a comment at fremont.ray@gmail.com

Heading down the interstate, our car passed through a huge swarm of gnats so dense that their bodies made popping noises as they hit the windshield.

"I can't get over how loud they are," my wife said.

"Well, we are hitting them at 65 miles an hour," I pointed out.

Her reply left me speechless. "There's no way bugs can fly that fast!"

Shower Thoughts

Modern art is when you buy a picture to cover a hole in the wall and then decide the hole looks better.

of responsibilities are lengthy: in addition to teaching students from preschool to sixth grade, she acts as principal, secretary and administrator, answering phones, updating the website, advocating for school needs at administrative meetings, organizing professional development opportunities for staff and enrichment for students, and handling school finances.

“It’s not like I can have just this third grade math mastered and third grade language arts standard mastered, but it’s all of it,” she says. Yet Julian has created a system out of this challenge that allows the students to thrive, both academically and socially.

Unlike most schools, BES students are not separated by grade. Julian’s implementation of multi-age learning fosters the students’ development of social and leadership skills, and additionally allows for integrated, child-centered learning based on specific needs.

Julian also upholds a Responsive Classroom approach, which focuses on creating positive community and effective classroom management through modeling.

She believes that when kids are nurtured and invested in community they will succeed academically. These methods foster students’ ability to thrive, as well as their capacity to face challenges based on individualized objectives, with the support of their classmates and instructors. “You don’t think of little kids as little kids, you learn to interact with everyone,” says Angelina Shamilyan, who graduated from BES this May. She continues, “I think it helps the younger kids a lot because they can watch the older kids and learn what to do and not to do in school.”

With Julian’s leadership,

Eyeglasses

So a woman walks into the optometry store to return a pair of eyeglasses she had purchased the week before.

"What seems to be the problem, ma'am?" the optometrist inquired.

"Well, I bought these glasses for my husband last week and they're just not working," the woman complained.

"Perhaps the lens grinder made an error in filling the prescription."

"I'm sure he must have," the woman confirmed. "He's still not seeing things my way."

Lumber Store

My husband uses scraps of wood, called "shorts,"for carving.

In a lumber store, he saw some lovely pieces in a bin behind the counter.

But he had a lot of explaining to do after he asked the clerk, "Do you mind if I come around and poke through your shorts?"

Operation Punny

Just as a surgeon was finishing up an operation the patient wakes up, sits up and demands to know what is going on.

"I'm about to close," the surgeon says.

The patient grabs his hand and says, "Oh, no you're not! I'll close my own incision."

The doctor hands him the needle and says, "Suture self."

PUNishment

The dentist put braces on his patient as a stop-gap measure.

to disinherit a family member may find that there are other effective options, such as putting assets in a trust for that heir, with a trustee making the decisions of what the money can, and can not, be used for.

It is wise to consult an estate planning attorney before making decisions that affect the distribution of your estate and the harmony of your family, once you are gone.

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My nephew Travis brought his school photo home and showed it to his mother. "Travis, I thought I told you to take off your jacket before having your picture taken," she complained.

"And you didn't even smile. In fact it looks as if you were talking while the picture was being taken."

"I was talking," Travis replied. "I was telling the photographer my mom wanted me to take off my jacket before I had my picture taken."

Julian

Dude

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the school also brings together the larger community. Students are regularly assigned presentations and projects that are open to the public. She has hosted monthly community prompts and Open Studios for all to participate in collaborative creative expression.

She has also brought in many enrichment programs, including art, music, geology, outdoor skills, and dance, many of which are taught by community members. Additionally, week-long intensive programs such as the Utah Children’s Theatre are held, which are open not only to enrolled students but also to homeschool families. Summer library hours, featuring read alouds by community members, provide another resource for both enrolled and homeschooled children. “She has become one of our best resources, and I think one of the things she does best is finding outside people who can come in and contribute to her lessons,” says Savage.

In her time as Head Teacher, she has also focused on recruiting and retaining staff members. Rates of return for paraprofessional teachers have improved exponentially, with many opportunities provided for professional development and regular meetings to ensure quality instruction.

“She’s an example to all of us,” says School Board member Myron Cottam. “She has a difficult job but she’s an awesome teacher and a positive person. She does a great job promoting education and caring about kids.” Beyond her role at the school, Elizabeth serves as Vice President of the Boulder Arts Council, is a Boulder Town Planning Commissioner, and a volunteer librarian at the Boulder Community Library. Within all of these roles, she advocates for the youth of the town and the strengthening of the community.

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In Remembranc

Coy K. Jensen

TORREY - In remembrance of Coy K. Jensen 7/27/42 1/22/19, Wayne High Class of 1959. His family will be holding a headstone dedication gathering at the Torrey Cemetery, Sat. 7/6/19 @ 10am. Family & friends are all welcome to attend.

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Londyn Robinson

was born at Sevier Valley Hospital on June 18, 2019 to Christi and Brock Robinson of Richfield.

Congrats on your new baby girl!

o bituaries Kent McInelly

PANGUITCH / ST. GEORGE - Foster Kent McInelly, 85, passed away peacefully at home in St. George on June 28, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was born in Escalante on August 28, 1933, one of 9 children of Arthur and Twila Mooseman McInelly. He married Phyllis Alvey on November 1, 1954 in Salt Lake City; the marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple. Kent was her loving and patient husband for nearly 65 years. Together they raised 5 daughters: Asenith (Dan) Zaleski, Cindy (Mike) Talbot, Suzette (Gene) Woolsey, Pat (Joe) Betar, and Kena (Carl) Franke, and many fine race horses.

Kent served in the US Army during the Korean War, and then returned to Escalante to take over his father’s freight and mail delivery business. Kent faithfully hauled Garfield County’s mail for 47 years and never missed a delivery, resorting to wading across the Paria River with Escalante and Boulder’s mail when the river flooded and washed out the only bridge.

Kent dearly loved his horses and successfully raced throughout the Western US. He was the only horseman in the history of the George Marshall Stakes to win twice, once taking both 1st and 2nd in the same race. He loved to hunt and fish, and taught his daughters and grandchildren to excel at both.

Kent is survived by his wife and children; 17 grandchildren; 36 greatgrandchildren; 2 greatgreat-grandchildren; sisters: Mary (Sherrel) Davis, Myrna (Scott) Watts, Judy (Lynn) Griffin, Grena (Mike) Searl; and a brother, Chan McInelly; sisterin-law, Emma Lou McInelly. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers: Wells, Dave (Yoland) and Arthur J McInelly; sister-in-law, Betty McInelly.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 12:00 Noon in the Escalante Stake Center, where friends may call from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Escalante Cemetery with military honors by the Escalante American Legion Post #0114. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com

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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Well, the year is half over. Oh, where does the time go? The summer is a third over. The evenings are getting shorter, and fall is just around the corner. We have had quite a bit of beauty around town.

First the Crab apple trees were in blossom for a much longer period. I think it was all of the moisture that we got. Then the lilac had their turn, and now it is time for the yellow roses to strut their stuff. Emma’s rose hedge is always the best. It is by the Quilt Walk Park.

While we were gone, we missed the first annual Big Fish Horseshoe tournament. I ran into Benj Rains last night , and he filled me in on it. He said that it went perfect. They had 28 teams that were competing. They came from as far away as St. George, and all of them had nothing but praise for the pits. They had to put in an emergency pit to accommodate all of the teams. I got it wrong about the clay being used in the pits. The clay has to be maintained on a daily basis keeping it moist, and that wouldn’t work well in the winter time. Cannonville came to the rescue with their red sand. It was a hit with the competitors, and they loved it.

It is a real fine sand and works just as well as the clay. Benj says that the pits are open to everyone to use and do some practicing for the next tournament. There are even some horseshoes there to practice with. There is still a lot of work to be done on the arena.

It has to be fenced and have artificial turf installed. Benj is having a fundraiser by selling bricks with your name on it for a $100 dollars. You can be part of this great facility. I asked Benj, who is as about the most humble person you could meet, if he won the tournament, and he smiled and said, "yes."

Build it and they will come. That couldn’t have been any better said than this weekend's Balloon Festival. I think that the Balloon Fest has surpassed the 24th day as one for the family reunions. Nevermind that the wind blew for the 4th straight year, stopping the balloon glow event that had gone on without a hitch for seventeen years. There is so much going on with the bands playing and people finding things to eat and just visiting old friends. The businesses were doing a land office business, with people going to see what is available. The Sheriff’s department were handing out neon necklaces and flashing rings, and they even had sandwiches for the early birds that stopped by. It is a fun night, and it just keeps getting bigger each year; even if the wind doesn’t help out. A woman, who has for the last twenty years had

the same spot in front of our house, told Pat that the next Balloon rally, they were going to be in France. The company that was putting it on is paying to ship their equipment and paying their way there. I believe that Friday morning's launch was called off because of wind. This was only the fourth time in twenty years that has happened. The Panguitch Lion's Club fed over 500 hungry souls on Saturday morning. I hope that if you missed their great breakfasts, that you made it to their 4th of July feast and got the 4th off to a great start. All money that the Lion's Club raises goes right back into the town and not into someone’s pocket.

When there is something to do in Panguitch, the people will come.

Since the paper doesn’t get here till Friday this week, I hope that you got into the spirit of the 4th. The bombs going off at 6am in your front yard, to remind you of the Freedoms we have, and what a great day for a celebration it is. Thank your firefighters for the great fireworks displays, the finest in all of Southern Utah.

This Saturday the 6th, the Panguitch Lake fire department is having their annual 4th celebration at their fire station, and there will be free hamburgers and hot dogs for those that show up. Chief Dave Eder will have many gifts that will be raffled off, so come up and check out the Lake and have a day of fun.

Next up, will be my favorite, the Fiddlers Fest. It looks like it will be held down at the Fair Building again this year. It doesn’t look like the Social Hall will be ready by then. They played down at the Fair Building last year , and I thought it was just fin. I could hear better there. The Lion's Club will be having their last breakfast of the summer, so come down to Zions Bank and enjoy. The Fiddler’s play on Thursday and Friday night (July 11-12), and the Lion's breakfast will be Saturday morning.

There are posters up for a Harley Davidson’s bike rally on that same weekend, but no one seems to know much about it. The posters I have seen list all of the events that are going to take place, so hopefully it will come off.

The biggie event, the 24th, will fall on a Wednesday this year and, hopefully, it will be on that date instead of a Saturday like last year.

On August 2, it will be the annual Garfield Memorial Golf event, so pick out another threesome and get a team and enter. If you are a single, they will match you up with a team. You can call Amber Matthews for information on the tournament, at the Hospi-

tal, 676-8811.

Still lots of things going on for the rest of the summer.

There are always places you can help out or just enjoy.

Last weekend, we went down to San Diego to our Granddaughter’s graduation from her Internship from the Scripps Hospital. What a grand ball it was. They rented the Country Club and put on a great meal of Prime Rib. There were about 150 people there and each Intern introduced their families. There were 8 in this class and the President of the Hospital spoke about each Doctor and where they were going. Some were doing a Fellowship to further their field of medicine. However, when it came Teah’s turn, a doctor came forward and spent 10 minutes talking about her. One thing he said; that he stopped in Panguitch on his way to Bryce Canyon and ate lunch at the Smoke House and asked someone if they knew Teah, (she had been gone for thirteen years) and they said they did know her and how much they liked her. (She did work at the Smoke House and Henrie’s drive in). It was an unforgettable night. We stayed and watched the young folks dancing. How do you get in that kind of shape to dance for so long? You don’t need a partner, just get out there and do it and have fun.

Due to the President's tariffs, retail stores continue to suffer. From January to mid June, 7,000 brick and mortar stores have closed this year, more than all of last year.

Many are well known chains: Sears, Circle K, Payless shoes, Gap, J.C. Penney and now the Dollar Tree is closing 500 of their stores because most of their products come from China. There has been a loss of over 160,000 jobs during that period of time. The President has cushioned the impact of his trade war with tax payer’s bailout funds on other industries, but there is no rescue offering for the retail business.

Park attendance is down

this year, and I am seeing signs, that I haven’t seen in 7 years, “Vacancy” at Ruby’s Inn and only a few nights here in Panguitch, where there has been no-vacancy signs up. The good news is that the Veater’s new Cabins rentals are open and the first night was sold out. These are first class places to stay and we looked inside and they are finish just as well on the inside as the outside.

We are doing some work on Pat’s Dad's Cabin out at Widstoe, and we have been doing quite a bit of business with the Panguitch Hardware Co. Their prices are competitive with Home Depot, but their service is a whole lot better. If they don’t have what you want, you don’t need it. However, they will order what you need, and it will be here shortly. (An example; Pat painted the cabin with some stain from Home Depot and she ran out, went to PHC and Wayne matched up the paint, but when she put it on it covered the wood so much better that she bought another gallon and is painting over the old stuff).

We are so lucky to have such a great business right here in town. The same thing with the Orton supply company.

Not only do they have farm supplies, but their fertilizers are a lot cheaper than Cedars , and they are also great with their service. With many of the stores on Main St. operating, we should do more shopping locally.

Well, we are going tripping the next two weeks. Pat, Shawn, Teah and myself are off to Greece to see where civilization got its start.

Greece is the last place on my bucket list, so this might be it. If something exciting happens in town by Saturday I will write it up for next we ek's.

Have fun while we are gone. Panguitch is the place for it. Mack O.

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Emergency Cash Stash – Is My Cash Safe Callie Ward, uTah sTaTe universiTy exTension assisTanT Professor, garfield CounTy

Is my cash safe?

Most of us don’t feel comfortable stashing large amounts of cash in our home.

The threat of theft or fire is always a concern. Fire-proof envelopes are available for purchase online.

Another concern is forgetting where you stashed the cash! Always write down your hiding places and leave the list with your estate planning materials such as your will or trust. Show and tell a few close relatives or trusted friends where you have hidden your cash.

Safeguarding your stash of cash is extremely important. Essentially, you have created your own little bank within the walls of your home. Check with your home owners insurance to see if it insures cash money lost in a fire or burglary.

Cash stored at home is not protected by the FDIC. (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation). The FDIC is an independent agency of the United States government that protects you against the loss of your insured deposits if your bank or credit union fails. FDIC is backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government by $250,000 per

person, per bank.

You will want to weigh the risk of storing cash in your home and having the convenience of having it close in an emergency – to losing the cash in a fire or theft.

Where should I hide my cash stash? Recommendations for safe-storing and hiding of cash are plentiful.

By doing a quick search on the internet, you will find a multitude of decoys or diversion safes. These look like everyday items that you store on your shelf. However, upon closer inspection, they are empty – and waiting for you to stash your cash inside. Such containers include but are not limited to paint cans, soda pop cans, surge protectors, coffee cans, lint rollers, wall clocks, stacks of CDs, athlete foot spray, electrical outlet covers, glass cleaner, and room deodorizer.

For a less expensive decoy safe, an old hard covered book will also work great!

Just cut out the middle section of the pages with a razor blade or pen knife. Stash your cash in the hole you just created.

You can glue the book shut, but that’s optional. Put it back on your book shelf. Don’t forget to grab it on your way out the door to the evacuation site! Just remember that many

of these decoy safes are not fire-proof.

According to emergency preparedness experts, the best place to store your cash stash is in a small waterproof and fireproof safe bolted to the floor. These can range in price from $25.00 to $3,000. For less than $100 you can buy a fairly large safe. It’s best to bolt your safe to the floor of wherever you choose to store it. These fireproof safes can also be used to hold your important financial paperwork.

Remember to keep a sturdy bag nearby to put your cash and paperwork in if you have to evacuate. If you are burglarized, most thieves want to grab things that are quick and fast. A locked, bolted down safe is too time-consuming for most thieves to consider.

Can you outwit a burglar?

According to reformed burglars, there are certain places to NOT hide your cash stash. Most burglars want to get in and out of your house quickly and do not want to attract attention. They will look for your prescription medication, so don’t hide money in an empty medicine bottle. They will look under your mattresses. They will glance behind pictures and dump your dresser drawers upside down.

They will frisk the clothing in

your closet to find the $100 that you hid there. They will check in the tanks of your toilets. Depending on time, they will empty your flour canister, take your jar of change, and check out the fridge and freezer. They will concentrate their time on the bathrooms, kitchen, home office, family room, media room. Therefore, find other locations to hide your cash such as the utility/ laundry room, basement, or garage. For example, hide cash in a glass cleaner decoy safe in the utility room. Hide cash in a box of Christmas decorations in the garage in a fireproof bag. Stash some cash in an empty VHS tape plastic canister and then in the original box. Put it on the shelf with the other outdated VHS tapes. Burglars won’t waste time on VHS tapes. They just want DVDs. Conclusion With just a little pre-planning and budgeting, you can have an emergency cash stash hidden in your home for a disaster or rainy day! This will provide a sense of relief and security that you have a backup plan in case you are unable to access your other funds for various reasons.

Writer- Adrie J. Roberts, Extension Associate Professor, Cache County Adapted for Article- Calllie Ward, Extension Assistant Professor, Garfield County

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July 4, 2019

LegaL Notices NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF MAMMOTH VALLEY WATER COMPANY, A UTAH NON-PROFIT, MUTUAL IRRIGATION COMPANY Mammoth Valley Water Company is dissolving and will cease to exist as a corporation. This notice is given pursuant to section 16-6a-1407 of the Utah Revised Nonprofit Corporation Act, concerning the disposition of claims by publication.

Information necessary to assert a claim against Mammoth Valley Water Company includes: 1. Name, address and telephone number of Claimant 2. Date the claim arose 3. Description of claim (i.e., facts) 4. Estimated claimed damages Any claim against Mammoth Valley Water Company must be sent to the following address: 436 South 225 West Cedar City, UT 84720 Unless sooner barred by any other statute limiting actions, a claim against Mammoth Valley Water Company will be barred if an action to enforce the claim is not commenced within three years after publication of this notice.

Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE GARFIELD COUNTY Please take notice that the Garfield County Commission has scheduled a public hearing on Monday July 22nd, 2019, at 11:20 a.m. in the Garfield County Courthouse, 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah, to receive public comment regarding the following: ZONE CHANGE AGRICULTURE TO COMMERCIAL BEGINNING AT A POINT THAT IS N0°06'17"W 607.81 FT AND W847.46 FT FROM THE W 1/16 CORNER (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 22 TOWNSHIP 35 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST SALT LAKE BASE MERIDIAN) BETWEEN SECTIONS 22 AND 27 TOWNSHIP 35 SOUTH RANGE 3 EAST SALT BASE AND MERIDIAN AND RUNNING THENCE N40°48'59"W 577.06 FEET; THENCE N0°06'31"W 73.80 FEET; THENCE N89°53'29"E 1173.85 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY 104.76 FEET ALONG A NON-TANGENT 50.00 FEET RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT (CHORD BEARS S29°52'12"W 86.62 FEET); THENCE S59°50'54"W 871.27 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4, 11, & 18, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING GARFIELD COUNTY The Garfield County Commission will hold a Public Hearing on a proposed amendment to Garfield County Mobile Home and Recreational Coach Ordinance.

The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, July 8, 2019 at 10:40 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Garfield County Courthouse. The amendments can be viewed at www. utah.gov/pmn.

Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JUNE 27 and JULY 4, 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 Jul. 24, 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) 95-5398 (A81667): Eloise S. Morrison propose(s) using 0.015 cfs from groundwater (2 miles South of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 97-2441 (A81651): McKade Cook propose(s) using 2.95 ac-ft. from groundwater (By Escalante Municipal Airport) for COMMERCIAL: RV Park and Cabin Rentals.

CHANGE APPLICATIONS(S) 61-3184 (a44824): Brooks and Taelyr Leach, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 0.8 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile north of Panguitch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 95-5397 (a44846): Thomas J. Ellett, Tracy Robin Wayne propose(s) using 0.0113 cfs from groundwater (3 miles SE of Bicknell) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 61-2612 (a44854): Roland B. and Palma S. Miles Revocable Living Trust propose(s) using 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (West of Tod`s Junction) for DOMESTIC. EXTENSIONS 97-2281 (A75559): Robert Gary Garross is/are filing an extension for 1.73 ac-ft. (7 miles West of Escalante) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JUNE 27 and JULY 4, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE BRYCE CANYON CITY CERTIFIED LIST OF CANDIDATES The following Candidates have declared candidacy for the upcoming election on November 5th, 2019 for Bryce Canyon City Bryce Syrett – 4-year council term Nick Pollock – 4-year council term Cherrie Tebbs – 4-year council term Sydney Syrett-Lamas, Bryce Canyon City Clerk Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4, 2019

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PUBLIC NOTICE GARFIELD COUNTY Please take notice that the Garfield County Commission has scheduled a public hearing on Monday July 22nd, 2019, at 11:15 a.m. in the Garfield County Courthouse, 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah, to receive public comment regarding the following: MINOR LOT SUB-DIVISION AND ZONE CHANGE COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL COMMENCING AT THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 35 SOUTH, RANGE 3 EAST, OF THE SALT LAKE BASE AND MERIDIAN; THENCE N89°56'11"E, ALONG THE EAST-WEST CENTER SECTION LINE, 400.01 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING N89°56'11"E, ALONG THE EAST-WEST CENTER SECTION LINE, 230.63 FEET TO A POINT LOCATED ON THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF UTAH STATE HIGHWAY-12; THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHTOF-WAY THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES: S65°48'05"E, 132.86 FEET TO A CURVE TO THE RIGHT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 5,679.58 FEET, AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 03°07'45"; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 310.19 FEET TO A POINT OF COMPOUND CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 20.00 FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90°35'18"; THENCE DEPARTING SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY AND RUNNING SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 31.62 FEET TO A POINT LOCATED ON THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF LEGACY DRIVE; THENCE ALONG SAID LINE THE FOLLOWING THREE (3) COURSES: S27°54'58"W, 88.13 FEET TO A CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1,025.00 FEET, AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 05°28'27"; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 97.93 FEET; THENCE S22°26'31"W, 87.71 FEET TO A CURVE TO THE RIGHT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 20.00 FEET, AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90°00'00"; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 31.42 FEET TO A POINT LOCATED ON THE NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF HERITAGE LANE; THENCE ALONG SAID LINE THE FOLLOWING THREE (3) COURSES: N67°33'29"W, 423.30 FEET TO A CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 125.00 FEET, AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 22°13'48"; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 48.50 FEET; THENCE N89°47'17"W, 60.75 FEET; THENCE N00°24'08"E, 303.25 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4, 11, & 18, 2019

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PUBLIC HEARING LOA TOWN PLANNING/ZONING COMMISSION CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION – Loa Builders Supply has submitted a conditional use permit application for a proposed warehouse located on .78 acre lot at 60 E. 100 North in Loa. The Loa Town Planning/Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing about said application on Monday, July 15, 2019 at 6 pm at the Loa Town Hall at 80 West Center in Loa. For more information concerning this application, please contact Michelle Brian at 435-836-2160.

Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4 &11, 2019

PUBLIC HEARING PANGUITCH CITY Panguitch City will hold a Public Hearing at the Garfield County Court House; 50 S Main on July 9, 2019 at 6:45 p.m. for public input on - Ordinance 2019-9 Curbside Garbage Collection - Ordinance 2019-10 secondary dwellings no longer being used for vacation rentals, also the water and sewer charges on lots with secondary dwellings.

Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JUNE 27 and JULY 4, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE PANGUITCH CITY The following names will be on the ballot as City Council candidates for the Nov. 5, 2019 General Election.

Trudi Owens Mark Boshell Mike Sarles Chad Garth Veater Harshad P. Desai Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JUNE 27 and JULY 4, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE BICKNELL TOWN Bicknell Town Planning/Zoning Committee has scheduled a public hearing on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. The Public Hearing will be held at the Bicknell Town Office at 100 North 60 West to receive comments regarding the updated Annexation Ordinance for Bicknell. Please plan to attend and share your opinions on this Ordinance.

Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 4, 11, & 18, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOULDER TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION The Boulder Town Planning Commission will hold two public hearings on Thursday, July 11, 2019, starting at 7 p.m. in the Boulder Community Center Meeting Room, 351 No 100 East, Boulder, UT. The hearings are for the purpose of listening to public input.

One hearing is on a proposed amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance “to require culinary water for lots and an alternate means of infrastructure construction.”

The other hearing is for a Conditional Use Permit for a ranch sign for Boulder Creek Partners Copies of the proposed ordinance and the signage details are available on the town’s website http://boulder.utah.gov/ planning-commission/, in the town clerk’s office during her regular office hours, or by requesting the information from Peg Smith, Planning Commission secretary.

The public is welcome to attend the hearings or submit comments in writing to Peg Smith, at femmith@scinternet.net.

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has been a common practice to kill skunks, foxes, coyotes, rabbits, and raccoons, which are generally nocturnal, and sometimes landowners hire “hunters” to clear their property. However, Perkins said both the permissions and the practice itself have been abused. People aren’t supposed to shoot from their cars, which they are, and any permissions are often years out of date. Now, the added issue is the increased number of homes adjacent to or behind cultivated fields or pastured livestock. “I’d rather have a skunk on my place than a cow with a bullet through her leg,” said Perkins Resident Vince Hannah opposed the amendment saying the county shouldn’t be regulating landowners giving permission to hunt the animals. He defended the practice saying spotlighting has helped diminish the raccoon population, because they’re out at night and they get too smart to trap.

Commissioner Pollock pointed out that Utah Division of Wildlife Resources gives counties the option of allowing spotlighting, at the discretion of the sheriff. Commissioner Tebbs said he supports private property rights, but this affects other property owners’ rights too. The amendment was approved as drafted, noting Commissioner Tebbs request to later revisit allowable distances from residences.

Public hearing #2 was on a simple minor lot subdivision. With no public comments and brief discussion, the Commission approved the Wagstaff subdivision south of Henrieville.

Public Hearing #3 dealt with a Planned Unit Development in Ticaboo, initially approved by the Planning Commission in 2017. The current action was to vacate an existing road and amend a Ticaboo subdivision. Ticaboo’s firestation is located on an affected parcel, but a 30-year lease allows it to remain. There were no public comments. Commissioner Tebbs verified that adjacent landowners had received the proper notification.

The road vacation and subdivision amendments were approved.

Public hearing #4 was on an ordinance covering personal use of public property. County Attorney Barry Huntington said a new state law addresses personal use of county equipment, and he was advised by the county’s insurance company to draft an analogous policy for employees. Examples of acceptable use include using a county vehicle for a personal trip as long as the majority of the travel was for county business or plowing out an elderly person’s driveway (as a health and safety matter), but not the employee’s own driveway.

Hearing no public comments, the Commission approved the ordinance. Commissioner Tebbs asked how employees will be made aware of the policy. Clerk Camille Moore said she would schedule a training meeting.

Regular session business included commissioners’ board reports: • Commissioner David Tebbs reported on a UDOT public meeting in Tropic regarding safety issues created by the Mossy Cave parking turnout off Hwy 12.

He said UDOT has plans to expand that parking to the south…. State Prevention Coalition trainings will continue to be held in Garfield County next year…. Mammouth Creek fire plans are in process with Bevin Killpack and Five Counties Association of Governments (FCAOG). Tebbs said Killpack has asked the county for assistance in identifying neglected properties and notifying owners of the fire risk they’re creating for their neighbors. Tebbs suggested putting the fire nuisance notification letter on the agenda next meeting and also review the county’s nuisance ordinance as it relates to fire mitigation and neglected properties.

• Commissioner Jerry Taylor met with the 20-year stewardship group on forest management…. He attended a Southwest Behavioral Health meeting, a Finance Committee meeting with FCAOG, the Prevention Coalition gathering at Bryce, and spent “relentless hours” on the Bristlecone Water District board. …. He said people have been approaching him about water storage, both culinary and irrigation, so he’s looking

into that. .... He met with the Congressmen and Senators on the science center and is planning for the Congressional staff briefing at Bryce, August 12-14.

• Commissioner Leland Pollock met with the Joint Jails committee in Salt Lake City to discuss housing state inmates, costs involved, as well as jobs created. It was decided that the committee’s budget request will be put on the legislative agenda along with an educational package. Pollock said he was hopeful about the response he’s received and that extra funding will be forthcoming.... He said progress has been made with the Forest in cleaning up bug infested timber, thanks to categorical exclusions, a new way to shortcut the lengthier NEPA environmental planning process. .… He’s conversed with the new head of the Utah Department of Agriculture regarding use of helicopters to find and gather feral cattle. He said ranchers have been hiring helicopters at their own expense and help from the state would be welcome.

Public Works, with County Engineer Brian Bremner: Bremner expanded on the situation at Mossy Cave saying the county would likely participate with UDOT in providing material and doing the gravel work. He said this can probably happen this fall because the work would fall within a categorical exclusion boundary. He said hang-ups to projects are often not “the green stuff at the back end, but the white stuff—the paperwork—and the red tape at the front end.”

Bremner reported on next summer’s UDOT projects which included Hatch to Hwy 12 and Triple C arena to Hwy 20. UDOT also had requested the county assume all ongoing costs for new lighting they plan to install at Hwy 20 and 89. Bremner noted that the county now pays about $10K/ yr for highway lighting. The Commission was reluctant to take on this additional expense, particularly in an undeveloped area and will look at legislative ways to address this.

Panguitch City Mayor Kim Soper brought up continuing waste management

problems in Panguitch. He referred to the current “dumpster farm” west of town and the illegal dumping of construction waste, appliances, mattresses, etc. The city has contracted with Hughes Waste Haulers for rolloffs: one for woody debris, one for metals and appliances, and one for construction waste, which has worked well. However, it’s expensive.

Soper said the rolloffs needed dumping at least twice a week, at $40-50K/yr. He said the city is into options for handling the cost: perhaps a $6 fee for the rolloffs, or removing the dumpsters and using only curbside pickup for a fee. He asked the Commission about the county’s role in assisting not only Panguitch but other communities as well. Pollock said work meetings would be scheduled to discuss this.

Chuck Hughes, of Hughes Waste Haulers, said rolloffs aren’t a good option given how frequently they need to be dumped and at a cost of $200K plus driver. He said curbside pickup is the only economical solution, with larger items picked up on Saturdays, for example. Although people can dump those items at the landfill for a fee, Hughes said many people are using the dumpsters at midnight, and cameras aren’t always working to catch them. The Commission seemed to agree that curbside pickup won’t solve all the trash problems. Discussion will continue.

In other Planning Department business (besides the public hearings and ordinance changes), County Planner Kaden briefly reviewed four Conditional Use Permit applications to be approved, all dealing with short-term rentals. All were approved.

Bryce Canyon Airport Manager Tye Ramsay updated the Commission on successfully funding airport projects.

He succeeded in meeting restrictive criteria for an FAA award of 100 percent of a

Page 9 $5M construction project, no matching funds required. The second project was for runway reconstruction with a match required for the design portion, which was already included in the project budget. The major construction work will start over the next 6-8 months, with the county’s cost being .3% of the total project. Ramsay said the annual fly-in and car show had to be cancelled because they didn’t know the construction schedules far enough ahead of time.

Escalante Mayor Melanie Torgerson reported on the opening of the Senior Center.

She said the good news is that it’s open and it’s beautiful. The bad news is the polished concrete floor is already staining and not up to sanitary standards. An epoxy finish will be needed to fix this. In addition, she said the county’s care- and- share was using the city building during construction, and a carpet needs to be replaced. She asked the county to pay for the $8518 carpet cost, with Escalante handling installation. To complete the floor, she said there may be a two-day cessation of senior meals. She also requested county assistance for a turn lane off Hwy 12 into the medical center and hardware store.

She said UDOT would pay for the asphalt if the county and city can provide material. The Commissioners said this is “something we normally do, like at the Pines, and in Boulder.”

The Commission approved the 2019 tax rates, which have not been increased.

Clerk Moore asked the Commissioners to re-ratify the official line of authority in event of an emergency, needed for an emergency management grant. Current order is 1) County Commissioners, 2) Sheriff, 3) County Clerk, 4) County Attorney. The Commission approved the order.

The Commission took a minute to recognize Panguitch

Lions Club President Dean Sheffer who said the group is celebrating 90 years in Panguitch. During that time the club has donated over $200K to the community. Little known fact: “LIONS” stands for Liberty, Intelligence, and Our Nation's Safety.

Update on Panguitch Horseshoe Pits by Benj Rains and Dave Harrison.

Rains said the pits were sufficiently finished the night before the Saturday, June 22 tournament: 29 competitors used the 12 pits plus portables. Rains received $10K last year for construction of the pits, and another $5K emergency funding at the June 10 Commission meeting. He said “Phase 1” is pretty much done, although Garfield Ready Mix concrete took most of the $10K to do the forms and pour for what Rains thought was going to be an Eagle Scout project.

He said R&R Welding put in the poles and lighting, which took up most of the $5K. Phase 2 construction will include electrical work ($3K), drinking fountain ($1.5K), fencing ($5.5K), storage shed ($2.5-3K), marquee sign ($2K), and artificial turf ($30-35K). “Anyone can go in and throw,” Rains said, and he’ll try to get a set of horseshoes for people to use.

The Commission ratified the $5K emergency expenditure awarded at the last meeting. The group was invited to come back to the Commission if they need to.

The next regular meeting will be Monday, July 8.

A public hearing is scheduled for that meeting on mobile homes and RVs. A draft of the proposed ordinance is online: https://www.utah. gov/pmn/files/507995.pdf .

The commission meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month.

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rounding areas by taking simple precautions.

Here are some ways to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday and help keep families and the landscapes we treasure out of harm’s way.

• Enjoy a family picnic at a scenic overlook.

• Take a hike to your favorite shady spot or creek.

• Paddle or raft the river or enjoy Ken’s Lake.

• Go for a bike ride – earn your apple pie!

• Enjoy a colorful sunrise or sunset.

• Explore a local historic site, think about the early pioneers and American Indians who first explored and settled here.

• Attend a city or county sponsored fireworks show.

In Moab you can enjoy the Moab City fireworks display from several spots on nearby public lands.

• Be considerate of others and good land stewards, practice fire safety when outdoors.

Here are some simple reminders for preventing wildfires: • Possessing or using fireworks on public lands, in national forests, and in national parks is illegal and puts our natural resources at risk.

• Keep campfires small and extinguish them all the way out, so embers are cold to the touch of your hand.

• Notify local fire departments prior to undertaking burn operations.

Before burning fields or

debris piles establish control lines by clearing space around the perimeter of the area. Control lines should be wide enough to ensure flying embers don’t ignite nearby dry grass.

• Dispose of cigarettes properly.

• Stay on established roads and trails to avoid igniting dry vegetation with hot exhaust pipes or brakes.

• Keep trailer and safety chains secure to avoid sparks caused by dragging metal on the ground.

• Alert authorities if you see any smoke or wildfire and always practice fire safety when outdoors. Contact 911 to report a wildfire.

These simple steps help prevent wildfires, keep families safe, protect communities and reduce unnecessary risk to fire fighters. The Bureau of Land Management and the Moab Interagency Fire Center wish everyone a happy and safe Independence Day celebration.

For more information about fire restrictions, wildfires, fire prevention, and fuels treatment projects, please visit https://utahfireinfo.gov/.

Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Relay Service (FRS) at 1-800-877-8339 to contact Lisa Bryant during normal business hours. The FRS is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to leave a message or question with the above individual. Replies are provided during normal business hours.

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were reviewed are hand written scrawls without the information required by the Utah State Auditor; special service districts are required to follow the guidelines in the “Little Manual” put out by the Auditor. The minutes do not adequately document the work of the WCWCD. For example, they are supposed to contain the names of all attendees to the meetings with their business and the results…NOT DONE.2) further information is not available to discuss with you as two GRAMAs have not been fulfilled; 3) they do not know where their bylaws are; 4) they have not submitted requested leases except for Vetere; for years John Jackson (Caineville), President, has said “the leases are at the lawyers”…Really? Since 2005?

5) the Utah Division of Water Rights requested after the 2014 Protest Hearing the WCWCD submit documentation with regards to the 2000 acre feet to be used for residents…

NOT DONE; 6) until informed in 2015 they were not notifying the public about their right to apply for vacant director/ trustee positions which had been done in the beginning of the organization; 7) with their designated rotation on one, two, and three year term positions , there should be vacancies to be filled annually, and, in fact, on July 15 , 2019 they are supposed to be filling three

3 year term positions which is not possible if they are following their rotation rules; 8) the trustees are supposed to have insurance coverage provided by the county which Ryan Torgerson may have handled; they were not covered for years; 9) they do manage their budget reports; 10) they need to post their meetings in a convenient place for all 24 hours ahead and if a public meeting it must be in The Insider; and 11) they appear to have no documentation or criteria for choosing applicants for water leases other than someone wants water.

This final concern of no documentation for dispersing water to entities leads back to the image of the “closed good old boy group available only to those in the know such as friends and relatives.” This group has become complacent without appropriate oversight.

I believe they have been dedicated in their own way. In the world of 2019, unfortunately, a handshake does not suffice in legal interactions. There needs to be documents developed that allows for no question of the equality of applicants for water. There needs to be criterion, stated responsibilities on the part of both parties involved, timely follow through, dates, signatures and more.

The WCWCD has been around for a long time and many of us have not even known that we financially support them with our taxes.

Its main concern is to not lose water because of lack of beneficial use which is admirable but they are hurting the organization and us by not being in compliance with the rules and regulations; not using appropriate documentation; not inviting new blood into the trustee positions where they have become old and stale; and possibly investing in a secretary who could help with their lack of paperwork and creating the necessary documents for business. They need to be more available to the public and to transparency and if they cannot do that, they need to allow others to fill the vacancies who may have the energy to do the tasks. And, they need to be acknowledged for the work they have done.

The opportunity is coming on July 15, 2019 at the County Courthouse in Loa in the County Commissioners’ meeting when the WCWCD will be appointing three new trustees supposedly for three years which does not appear to be in compliance. It has been advertised 90 days be-

fore the meeting and states anyone who is a resident can apply. There is an added dimension to this term of resident because we are a small county with one residence per 36 privately owned acres.

This means that part time residents are eligible to apply for any public positions. This is a ruling of the Utah State Auditor. The WCWCD could definitely use some new blood with the energy to get into compliance, review decisions, and supply standardized services to us all. There is one glitch. You can apply but Stan Wood will pick the “winners.” Come to the meeting and ask questions and express concerns if you have them because you are providing the monies for their existence. We are the public that the WCWCD and the County Commissioners serve.

Toni Thiriot, Ph.D. is a resident of Grover and is coordinator of Grover Irrigation Company (GIC) east line since 2007.

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Set-up and cleaning operatory and office.

Experienced applicants would have the following: Dental Assisting Experience Pedo, Endo, Oral Surgery and General Dentistry Experience.

Knowledge of Computer Charting and Digital x-rays X-Ray Certified.

CPR Certified.

We are willing to train those with no assisting experience.

Wage is negotiable if you have dental experience.

Email your resume to: smemory@waynechc.org or you can drop it off in person at Panguitch Dental. 75 N 200 E., Panguitch, UT 84759.

WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR The Wayne County School District Board of Education is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Business Administrator.

The Business Administrator is responsible for the coordination and management of all fiscal resources of the school district. He/she also serves as an advisor to the Superintendent and School Board on all fiscal issues. The Business Administrator has supervisory responsibilities based on the needs of the District under the supervision of the Superintendent. He/she also serves as the Human Resources officer, and provides appropriate counsel and support in personnel decisions.

Highest preference will be given to candidates with at least a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a business related field. Preference will also be given to candidates who have had experience in school finance, accounting, or comparable work related disciplines. Experience in budget development or management, purchasing, payroll, employee benefits programs, and word processing/ spreadsheets program is also preferable.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest including information about your personal and professional qualifications and work place philosophy in a supervisory role, a current resume and application, a university transcript showing all relevant course work, a copy of any certificates or credentials, and three letters of recommendation.

Applications are available online at https://www. waynesd.org/.

Pay is dependent on education and experience. This position also includes a full benefits package with medical, dental, and life insurance.

Application packets will be accepted until 5:00 P.M. on July 8, 2019. Please submit applications to Wayne School District, PO Box 127, 79 N 100 W, Bicknell, UT 84715.

If you have questions regarding the position please contact Superintendent John Fahey at the district office at 435-425-3813.

Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and provider and reserves the right to reject any or all applications.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org Speech Language Pathologist for the Garfield School District Head Teacher at Antimony Elementary Half-Time Kindergarten Teacher at Escalante Elementary STEM Teacher part-time for Boulder Elementary School Food Service Worker for Boulder Elementary School Para Professional for BV Elementary & High w/ Retirement SpEd Para Professional for Panguitch Middle & High School Para Professionals for All Schools Sub Bus Driver/Activity Bryce Valley and Escalante Substitute Custodians, Food Service, and Teachers SALARY: Please see 2019-2020 Garfield County School Districts Classified Salary Schedule and Certified Salary Schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children. See the job description for additional requirements.

APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified or certified application.

Please direct questions to: AES Tracy Davis (435-676-8821) BES Head Teacher Elizabeth Julian (435-335-7322) BVES Principal Layne LeFevre (435-679-8619) BVHS Principal Jeff Brinkerhoff (435-679-8835) EES/EHS Principal Peter Baksis (435-826-4205) PES Principal Robert Prince (435-676-8847) PHS Principal Russ Torgersen (435-676-8805) District Office Tracy Davis (435-676-8821) Online application available: www.garfk12.org Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews.

DEADLINE: See the district website for closing date of each position.

Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.

SECRETARY CLERK CANYONLANDS CONSERVATION DISTRICT The Canyonlands Conservation District has an opening for the position of Secretary Clerk. This position will be based out of Eastern Garfield County and covers the Bryce Valley and Escalante/Boulder Areas.

The successful applicant will be required to: be personable, reliable, eager to work and have communication and writing skills; ensure that the District runs smoothly by working collaboratively and maintaining a positive attitude; assist with the completion and editing of necessary reports and documents, (such as budget, financial report, program report, plans & etc.); assist with a variety of administrative duties, such as contacts, phone calls, public relation, publishing notices and articles in the local newspaper, online, and etc.; schedule meetings, help prepare agendas, coordinate logistics, and provide meeting reminders; maintain an organized filing system; take and transcribe meeting minutes and distribute them in a timely manner; assist with the CD’s programs, such as conservation tree sales, equipment rental, tours, and etc.

Hours will be on an as needed basis and are very reasonable, approximately 5 hours each month. Clerk is required to attend the CD’s monthly meeting.

Compensation starts $200 per month. Raises will apply with experience.

Please send resume by July 26, 2019 to: Tyce Palmer PO Box 806 Panguitch, UT 84759 tpalmer@utah.gov For more information please contact: Tyce Palmer at tpalmer@utah.gov or 435-676-8189 (Office) or (435) 691-1498 (Cell).

GIS TECHNICIAN AND MAPPING SPECIALIST Wayne County Road Department is accepting applications for the following position: Title: GIS Technician and Mapping Specialist Department: County Roads/GIS Department FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt GENERAL PURPOSE This is an entry-level position which includes on the job training and experience. The position will report to the County Road Supervisor.

Primary duties include: performing skilled digital mapping involving preparation and maintenance of digital maps, converting hand drawn maps into a digital format for use in Geographic Information System (GIS), managing data in such a way that historical records will reflect changes to land parcels in the County, and providing supportive mapping data and analysis upon request. Also duties include the new addressing system for emergency services and addressing needs to fit the GIS system. Responsible for public safety signage throughout the county, installing and maintenance.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Road Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Creates, maintains and updates databases using GIS; • Produces printed maps for the general public showing map features, property boundaries, platted lots, recorded bearings and distances as applicable; • Provides technical and administrative assistance for the County GIS program; • Manages operation of GIS equipment, software, data and products; • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops; • Ability to operate a variety of technical tools and equipment, such as calculator, camera, drafting instruments, measuring devices, handheld GIS equipment, etc.

• Check condition of County road signs and repair / replace as needed • Performs duties with due regard for personal safety, that of other employees and the public; assists in training subordinates in proper safety practices.

• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: A. Graduation from high school, AND B. Two (2) years of general work experience related to equipment operation and maintenance; 2. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of various light to heavy equipment; hazards and safety precautions related to construction and equipment operation; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations; principles and techniques of heavy mechanized equipment operation and maintenance.

Ability to operate various kinds of light to heavy duty equipment; perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time under varying conditions; follow engineering specifications and blueprint instructions; establish effective working relationships with co-workers 3. Work Environment: Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, push and pull, bend and stoop, twist and kneel, and able to climb into and on to heavy equipment and vehicles; may be required to lift up to 75 pounds on occasion. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity required. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, discriminating. Continuous travel in automobile or heavy equipment required in job performance. Some daily and severe seasonal aspects of the job pose threats or hazards capable of producing physical injury.

Wayne County is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to political, religious or labor organization affiliation or non-affiliation, marital status, race, color, sex, age, national origin, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap.

Applications can be picked up at the County Clerk's office during regular business hours and will be accepted until 5:00 pm on Friday, July 12th 2019. Please submit a current resume with your application. For more information about the position, please contact Rhett Jeffery at 435-836-2682 or the County Clerk's office at 435-8361300.

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

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SEASONAL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE LOA TOWN Loa Town is accepting applications for a seasonal employee to help with the maintenance of the town.

Applicant must be at least 16 years old and be able to handle physical labor.

Responsibilities will include a variety of duties such as: landscaping & general maintenance in parks and cemetery and culinary & irrigation water related duties.

Approximately 15-20 hours per week, possibly more dependent on work load.

Applicants are welcome to stop by during normal business hours at the Loa Town Hall at 80 West Center, Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 5 pm. You may also call Michelle Brian for more information at 435-8362160.

Application deadline: Thursday, July 11, 2019 by 5 pm.

Loa Town has the right to accept or reject all applications.

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July 4, 2019

Living in Snake Country – Six Things to Consider

by Terry MessMer, uTah sTaTe universiTy exTension Wildlife sPeCialisT

Presenting In conjunction with the Old Skool-Panguitch Motorcycle Rally

July 13, 2019 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Cost: $20 800 N Main Panguitch, Utah

UTAH - For many, the sight of a snake is what nightmares are made of. Unfortunately, all too often Hollywood and has taken advantage of people's fear of snakes for profit. Some companies may also market products or services that are ineffective at repelling snakes, and in some cases, these products may actually increase the risk to people and pets.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that 6,000 to 8,000 people are bitten by venomous snake annually and that up to six snake bite victims may die. Annually, an estimated 90 human deaths occur from various venomous animal encounters.

The stings and subsequent anaphylaxis from bees, wasps and hornets are responsible for over 90% of the reported human deaths.

Of the 31 species of snakes found in Utah, seven are venomous. These are commonly called pit vipers because of the pit located between their nostrils and eyes.

Most pit vipers found in Utah also have tails with a series of rattles, hence the name rattlesnake.

All snakes are classified as non-game animals and are protected by Utah state law. A person cannot lawfully collect or possess a live wild snake without receiving a Certificate of Registration from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. When there are human, domestic pet and livestock safety concerns, a venomous snake may be killed without a certificate.

Because most snakes in Utah are non-venomous, most human-snake encounters are generally not dangerous.

However, if you encounter a venomous snake and are bitten, the consequences could be serious. Consider these tips.

• If you encounter a snake, your best strategy is to leave it alone. Every year, hundreds of want-to-be herpetologists and snake charmers are bitten when they try to capture or kill a snake. Even dead snakes

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have been known to bite by reflex action. More than half of the reported snake bites were a result of someone trying to handle or kill the snake. It is always best to leave the area if you encounter one.

When rattlesnakes are encountered or disturbed, the rapid vibration of their tails will make a characteristic rattling sound to warn the intruder of their presence.

However, not all rattlesnakes will “rattle” when disturbed. For this reason, when you are in rattlesnake country, you must pay close attention to where you walk, sit and place your hands. Rattlesnakes can be found throughout Utah in sagebrush, pinon-juniper woodlands, sand dunes, rocky hillsides, grasslands and mountain forests.

If you hear a rattlesnake “rattle,” stand still until you can locate where the sound is coming from. Do not try to jump or run. If you do, you may end up within the snake’s striking range.

If bitten by a venomous snake, do not engage in physical activity such as walking or running. Do not apply a tourniquet to the area above the wound and do not apply a cold compress to the bite area.

Do not cut into the bite.

Do not take anything by mouth, including stimulants or pain medications, unless instructed by a physician. Do not raise the bite area above the level of the heart, and do not try to suction the venom, as doing so may cause more harm than good.

All venomous snakebites should be considered life

threatening. When someone has been bitten by a venomous snake, time is of the essence. If possible, call ahead to the emergency room so antivenom can be ready when the victim arrives. Until then, keep the victim calm, restrict movement and keep the affected area below heart level to reduce the flow of venom.

Wash the bite area with soap and water. Remove any rings or constricting items, as the affected area will swell. Cover the bite with clean, moist dressing to reduce swelling and discomfort. Monitor the victim’s vital signs (pulse, temperature, breathing, blood pressure). If there are signs of shock, lay the victim flat and cover with a warm blanket. Get medical help immediately. If possible, bring in the dead snake for identification if this can be done without risk of injury.

• Bites from venomous snakes will almost instantly show signs of swelling and discoloration of the surrounding tissue.

Other symptoms include a tingling sensation, nausea, rapid pulse, loss of muscle coordination and weakness. Also, bites from rattlesnakes will show two characteristic fang marks (punctures) as well as other teeth marks. Nonvenomous snakebites are harmless, but there is still a risk of infection. If bitten, clean and sterilize the wound much like you would a cut or abrasion.

More information about snakes is available at WildAwareUtah.org