The Wayne & Garfield County Insider October 3, 2024
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
by Brooke Roundy | Volunteer Program Coordinator | New Horizons Crisis Center
RICHFIELD - The month of October brings with it many fun, family activities, a change in the weather, and the ushering in of the so-called “ber” months and the holidays that follow. It’s a time for football, warm soups, pumpkin patches and apple picking.
Along with the excitement of the changing season, October also marks a month of remembrance and recognition.
You may have noticed it in the purple ribbons that crop up along Main Street, or in the sea of porches illuminated in purple light, and perhaps you’ve wondered why. A color that represents resil-
by Ian Marynowski
Calf Creek Recreation Site Reopens
GRAND STAIR-
CASE-ESCALANTE
NM - Grand StaircaseEscalante National Monument is pleased to announce that the Calf Creek Recreation Site has reopened as of Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, following nearly three months of extensive construction improvements. Minor construction activities will continue through the upcoming weeks.
Visitors at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center are able to hold the hummingbirds while they recollect themselves after being handled. Some instantly fly away, while others take a couple
"breeze" is blown on them by the handler to be ready to fly
ESCALANTE - September is the time for many businesses in Escalante to start ramping up into the fall season, however, for the Dixie National Forest employees who have spent the summer banding hum-
A recently completed WRI project restored the natural path of a creek in the Upper Bear River Watershed Restoration Area in Rich County. Wildlifefriendly fencing was also installed.
SALT LAKE CITYThe Bureau of Land Management has awarded a total of $24.6 million to the Utah Department of Natural Resources to continue the collaborative efforts to restore and preserve watersheds across the state.
The funding will enhance wildlife habitat across a variety of ecosystems, focusing on: improving riparian areas through invasive species removal • constructing wildlife guzzlers for mule deer and bison
• implementing habitat improvement treatments
• ensuring safe fish passage for Bonneville Cutthroat Trout
“The Bureau of Land Management is pleased to continue working with the state to improve wildlife habitat across Utah,” said BLM Director Tracy StoneManning. “This investment will further restoration goals for lands and waters that will benefit wildlife and people alike.”
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mingbirds, things are winding down.
From mid-May till early fall, four species of hummingbirds call Utah home. They stay here, enjoy the wildflowers and breed during the summer months be-
GLCA Hosts National Fossil Day Festival, Oct. 9
GLEN CANYON
NRA - Everyone who loves dinosaurs and fossils, or would like to learn more about them, is invited to the National Park Service (NPS) National Fossil Festival being held on October 9, 2024, in Page, Arizona. Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (NRA), renowned for being one of the best areas in the nation to study fossils, is hosting the premier NPS event for this year’s National Fossil Day.
The NPS National Fossil Festival will include free, fun, and informative activities through-
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fore heading south to winter in Mexico. The small crew in Escalante, founded by retired Bureau of Land Management biologist Terry Tolbert and Forest Service biologist Lisa Young, is the only such group in Utah
and a
which is certified by the US Geological Survey (USGS) to trap and band the small, migratory birds. Since 2009, data colHummingbirds
“Thanks to the support of Garfield County and local residents, the BLM was able to complete phase one of this multi-year project, tentatively scheduled for 2025 through 2026,” said Assistant Monument Manager Doug Rowles. “We have enhanced the facilities at Calf Creek to provide visitors with an even better outdoor experience.” Overall, the project
Boulder Tree City Hosts Autumnal Arbor Day Celebration, Oct. 8
by Tessa Barkan
On October 8, Boulder Tree City will be hosting an Autumnal
bration, which will include the planting of new trees at the
BOULDER - It’s clear from the yellowing at the extremities of the cottonwoods that fall is in the air. But even as the leaves begin to change, the cooling ground temps provide an excellent time to plant new
trees, giving them plenty of time to establish themselves over the coming months before spring.
And so, on October 8, Boulder Tree City will be hosting an Autumnal Arbor Day Celebration, which will include the planting of new trees at the Boulder Town Park. The event will also promote their 10,000 Trees by 2033 Initiative, and will
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Ian Marynowski
Courtesy Pam Furches
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Boulder Town Park.
Courtesy Bureau of Land Management - Utah
Photos: Escalante Canyons Art Festival Volunteers and Quilt Show
Letters to the Editor
at the 2024 Escalante Canyons Arts Festival (ECAF) Quilt Show in the Escalante Senior Citizens' Center on September 27, 2024. Additionally, the 20th anniversary of the ECAF included quilting demos, which took place on Sept. 27 and 28, also at the Escalante Senior Citizens' Center.
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Vote for Davina Smith for Utah
Henry Ford is credited with the quote, "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got." What if this year we all decided to release our political affiliation and do some research into the candidates’ character and values to see if they match our expectations of what a leader should be. We could read about their policies and if they are an incumbent, we can see what actions they have actually taken while in office. Ask yourself the question, “Does this candidate make me feel hopeful about the future or do they try to make me feel afraid of a future where the only protection is electing them?” Fear is not leadership. Maybe it’s time to choose something different.
This year, I hope you will consider voting for Davina Smith who is running for Utah State House District 69. She is a Diné (Navajo) mother of four. Davina grew up in rural Utah and understands the needs of residents living in rural areas whether it is our special needs for health care or support needed for volunteer EMTs, fire departments, and search and rescue. She supports education and will never vote to rob funds that could benefit rural schools to expand vouchers. She also understands the challenges rural people face in obtaining affordable housing. A woman’s perspective on
these challenging issues may be the change we need and an added bonus in electing Davina is we can also provide inspiration for our daughters and granddaughters of what they might accomplish in the future. With the recent attempts by a super majority Republican legislature to try and take away the power of citizens who have done the work to get citizen initiatives passed by trying to gut them through Amendment D on the ballot, Davina will help coun-
ter that super majority to keep the power people have and limit legislators attempt to take it away. We need balance in the State Legislature, and she will help provide balance to benefit the people.
Once you do your research on our State House seat, look at each of the elections you will have the opportunity to vote in this year. Figure out whether you vote for my cousin or Steve’s cousin for governor. Decide which senate and congressional candi-
dates most align with your values. Finally, do your research of the presidential candidates to determine which candidate’s policies reflect your values but also which candidate believes in our democracy and will support it beyond that which benefits them personally. Let’s each do our part to understand the choices before us and be a knowledgeable voter in this election. Democracy requires our participation.
Cheryl Roundy Cox, Boulder
Join Me in Voting for Davina Smith
I hope that you will join me in voting for Davina Smith for Utah House of Representatives District 69 on November 5th. As a native of Monument Valley and a member of the Dine’ (Navajo) tribe, Davina has a distinctive understanding of what rural Utahns need most; af-
fordable housing for local residents, excellent and accessible healthcare, quality education for our children and grandchildren comparable to that offered in urban and suburban areas of our state. With her diverse background in healthcare, education and several nonprofit endeavors, she con-
tinually strives to bring all voices to the table to develop coalitions and advocate for expanded resources for rural Utah communities. Davina will work for all of us! For more information, please go to davinaforut. com.
A Sincere Thank You to All
With the sorrowful passing of Cindy Barney, the family would like to express their sincere gratitude for all the many acts of kindness that have been shown in this time of sorrow. We have been truly overwhelmed with the outpouring of thoughtful deeds and actions.
We are grateful to live in a community surrounded by so many wonderful people all across Garfield County. Your outpouring of love and support will not be forgotten.
We are grateful for all
those who were able to get to know Cindy and feel of her contagious personality. She will be greatly missed
Marsha Tupper, Kanab
by all. Our hearts are full, but grateful for such wonderful people who care.
Curtis Barney Family
Ron Rogers
(From left to right) Volunteers Peggy Griffin, Charlene Reese, and Leslie Venuti (above) and Leslie Venuti, Marty Henrie, and Charlene Reese (left)
Jaynie Connor
Calf Creek Reopens:
Thanks to the support of Garfield County and local residents, the BLM was able to complete phase one of this multi-year project, tentatively scheduled for 2025 through 2026. We have enhanced the facilities at Calf Creek to provide visitors with an even better outdoor experience.
Doug Rowles, Assistant Monument Manager
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is pleased to announce that the Calf Creek Recreation Site has reopened as of Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, following nearly three months of extensive construction improvements.
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aims to improve visitor experiences for years to come through several site improvements, which this year included campground renovation, new shade shelters, new retaining walls along the creek and water play area, and repair of the campground swinging pedestrian bridge. For more information and a complete list of project actions about the project, please visit the fi-
nal Calf Creek Recreation Site Deferred Maintenance and Improvements Project Environmental Assessment at the BLM National NEPA Register.
—Bureau of Land Management
Ask an Expert What Causes Autumn Leaves to Change Color?
by JayDee Gunnell | Utah State University Extension Horticulturist
UTAH - Once again, the summer season comes to an end, and crisp autumn days are upon us. Temperatures drop, the days get shorter and vibrant colors quickly spread across the mountains and valleys as trees prepare for long nights and frosty temperatures. The striking colors range from yellow to orange, hot pink to scarlet red and even purple hues. Color pigments found in leaves differ among plant species and can vary from year to year.
Colors are most vibrant when plants have had adequate moisture throughout the season, followed by sunny autumn days and cool nighttime temperatures. With Utah’s drier summer, this year’s colors may not appear as bright as in earlier years.
The shortened day length is the internal trigger that causes leaves to change color. When days become shorter and nights become longer, a process within the plant causes the cells around the base of the leaf, or petiole, to divide rapidly but not elongate. This process forms an abscission layer where the leaf will eventually separate. This abscission layer blocks or prevents sugars from escaping the leaves.
During the growing season, leaves constantly produce sugars via photosynthesis, which is the conversion of light to energy. These sugars are sent throughout the plant for growth and storage. It is during this active produc-
tion time that the vibrant green colors are dominant.
Chlorophyll (the green pigment) is found in nearly all plants and is a key component in photosynthesis. It breaks down readily in sunlight and is replaced constantly throughout the growing season. Consider this additional information about leaf color change.
• Carotenoids and xanthophylls (the orange or yellow pigments) also aid in photosynthesis and are produced throughout the season but are masked by the “green machine” of chlorophyll production. However, when photosynthesis slows and chlorophyll breaks down, the “hidden” orange and yellow pigments become more apparent and fade at a much slower rate.
Quaking aspen, ginkgo, Norway maple, ash, birch, and honey locust are a few examples of trees containing these pigments.
• Anthocyanin (the pink, red or purple pigment) can vary from year to year. Anthocyanin is produced primarily in the fall and is found in species such as certain maples (like our native Bigtooth maple), burning bush, flowering pear, sumac and dogwood. The determining factors influencing the production of these pigments are the amount of sunny days and cool (but not freezing) nights. Tannin (the boring brown pigment) is the last pig-
ment to break down in a leaf before it falls. Oaks or other non-showy species, notorious for having leaves containing tannin, are the final reminder that winter doldrums are soon to follow.
Take time to get outside and enjoy the stunning color of these leaves while they last…and before they bring on the ominous chore of raking.
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Wills, Trusts, and More
Estate Planning for Children with Disabilities
Making an estate plan is not something that anyone looks forward to doing. It is difficult to make difficult decisions about what we want to happen to our property after we die. Parents of children with disabilities have additional apprehensions about making estate plans. These parents are anxious about their disabled child's future. Parents worry about who will care for their disabled child, where their child will live, what services their child will need, and what can be done to protect their child's eligibility for needed services.
Parents may believe that when they die, other family members will take care of their child with a disability, despite the fact that they have never discussed this with any other family members. The size of your estate is irrelevant. What is important is that you make plans about how your resources will be used after you die. Lack of planning could have serious negative consequences for a child with a disability—whether it be a young child or an adult child.
by Jeffery J. McKenna
When you meet with your estate planning attorney, you should explain the nature and severity of your child's disability to the attorney. You should be sure that the attorney understands what your child can do with respect to making decisions about medical care, money, where to live, and other activities which he or she will have to carry on after you die.
Trusts are often very good mechanisms for parents of a child with a disability to use in planning for their child's financial future. A well-drafted trust can enhance the quality of life of an individual with a disability. Your trustee is legally obligated to follow your instructions.
Some parents are intimidated by the thought of having a trust because they think it is too complicated.
Parents sometimes avoid discussing the possibility of establishing a trust because they plan to leave money to their other children whom they believe will use the money to care for the child with
a disability. Leaving the money outright to the other children is risky. The other children have no legal obligation to use that money for their sibling with a disability. If the other children die before the child with a disability, or get a divorce, or suffer a bankruptcy, the funds may not be used as intended. A trust can serve various purposes such as paying bills, paying for services that are provided to the child with a disability, and providing goods and services that the government will not supply. A trust can meet changing needs and circumstances.
There are different ways to create a legal trust. A popular trust for people with disabilities is referred to as a “supplemental needs” trust. It is wise to discuss your options with an attorney and make your choices based on what will best serve your needs and the needs of your disabled child. There may well be options that you were unaware of that may give you and your family members great peace of mind.
NOW WITH RICHFIELD AND PANGUITCH OFFICES TO SERVE CLIENTS IN AROUND THE SURROUNDING COUNTIES.
Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for over 25 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 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com or visit the firm’s website at WWW.BARNEY-MCKENNA.COM, he would enjoy hearing from you. Additionally, you can RSVP to attend one of his FREE Estate Planning Seminars in Richfield, at 159 North Main Street, every Third Thursday.
Comics country roads
by Lynn Griffin
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Breakdown
Guy's car breaks down on a rural road, no cell phone reception, but there's a farmhouse in sight, so he walks over there and rings the doorbell. Nobody answers, but he hears some noises over around the other side of the house, so he goes to see if there's anyone there who can let him in to use the phone.
Sure enough, the farmer is there, next to a pen with three pigs in it, picking up one of the pigs.
"Excuse me," he begins, but the farmer says "Hold on; I have to feed the pigs. I'll be with you when I'm done."
So, the guy waits and watches as the farmer carries the pig over to a nearby apple tree with a ladder propped against up. Up the ladder goes the farmer, still carrying the pig, 'til he reaches an apple up above. He holds the pig out, and it chomps the apple. Down the ladder, and back to the pig pen.
"Uh, ..." begins the guy again, but once again the farmer says, "Not now; wait 'til I've fed the pigs."
So the guy waits and watches as the farmer picks up the second pig, carries it up the ladder, holds it out to chomp an apple, then brings it back down and back into the pen.
Third pig, same thing. When the farmer has placed that pig back in the pen after its trip up the apple tree, he walks over to the guy waiting, and asks him what he wants.
"Well, my car broke down, and I don't get any cell phone reception out here, so I was hoping you'd let me use your phone to call AAA. But first, I have a question. Wouldn't it be a lot faster if you just picked the apples off the tree and put them in the pig pen?"
Farmer thinks about it for a while, and finally allows that "Yes; you're probably right. It would be faster that way. But what's time to a pig?"
THEME: Famous World Sites
ACROSS
1. To grab meat off a grill
5. Tire meas.
8. Flock member
11. Hollywood sidewalk mark
12. Architect's drawing
13. Muhammad's teachings
15. *Leaning Tower city
16. Co-eds' military org.
17. a.k.a. Pleasant Island
18. *Angkor Wat country
20. Like some Christmas sweaters
21. Walt's Mickey
22. Blunder
23. Emerge
26. "Midsommar" flower arrangements
30. *Avenue des Champs-Élysées, technically
31. Plural of stria
34. Prescribed food selection
35. On pins and needles
37. Knee-related acronym
38. Fur of the marten
39. Hissy fit
40. Political "shelter"
42. The night before Christmas
43. Eyewash vessel
45. Food tester
47. King Kong, e.g.
48. Milk quantity
50. *____ Verde National Park
52. *Black Hills' Mount ____ National Memorial
55. Short-trunked ungulate
56. Geometric calculation
Today's Thought
Never argue with stupid people. They will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.
PUNishment
Why is eggs Benedict best to eat off a hubcap? Because there is no plate like chrome for the Hollandaise.
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"Mr. Roboto" band
1. Recipe amt. 2. Related to ear 3. U.S. space agency, acr.
Gram, in Great Britain
Walks weary
Composer of "Gymnopédies" fame Erik ____
*Machu Picchu empire 8. Twelfth month of Jewish civil year
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57. Barbequed anatomy 59. Not upright 60. Mountain lake 61. *Easter Island statues 62. Short for detective
Obituaries
Cindy Barney
PANGUITCH - “Oh my heart,” Cindy Francis Barney, beloved wife, mother, daughter, nanny, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of September 20, 2024, surrounded by her cherished family after a valiant battle with cancer. Cindy was an example of service, love, kindness, and was known for her selflessness and deep devotion to those she held dear. Born on May 10, 1958, in Bountiful, Utah, to Jay and Millie Francis, she is the third of six children.
Cindy brought light to everyone she encountered. She was a compassionate soul who made everyone feel welcome, whether through her warm smile or her generous spirit. She had a unique ability to listen and offer comfort, making her a trusted confidante to many.
As a youngster she loved water and snow skiing, hiking, running, and anything outdoors. She was a cheerleader at Bountiful High School and has been everyone’s cheerleader ever since. She graduated from Bountiful High School in 1976.
Cindy served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Indianapolis, Indiana. She enjoyed serving with many great companions, but meeting the country boy from Panguitch ended up being her greatest companion. Cindy and Curtis were married June 3, 1983 in the Salt Lake Temple.
One of her greatest attributes was her ability to connect with children. As an educator for 32 years, she impacted many kids in Panguitch by operating her own preschool and teaching head start. She also taught at Panguitch and Bryce Valley elementary schools. In the latter part of her career Cindy became the Garfield County School District reading specialist. She traveled throughout the County enlightening the lives of many students. Education was her true passion, especially connecting one on one with kids through the reading programs she developed.
A proud mother, she dedicated her life to raising her family with love, patience, and understanding. She adored her grandchildren, finding immense joy in watching them grow and learn. Cindy’s home was always a place of laughter and warmth, where holiday traditions were cherished, and stories were shared. Cindy loved traveling seeing new places and things. She always had a suitcase packed and ready to take her family on the next adventure.
Cindy was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had an unwavering testimony. She held many callings throughout her life and was truly devoted to all of them. As our mom, she regularly shared talks and spiritual thoughts with her family. She exhibited compassion throughout her life and always relied on her faith in anything that she did with an optimistic outlook never complaining of discomfort even through her trial of cancer.
Cindy was very self driven. She started each day at 4:30 am with a workout, spiritual study and was all cleaned up to start work by 7:00. After completing a full days work, she always made time for helping grandkids with homework, finding time to play, face timing, and making each grandkid feel like they were her favorite. To top it off, she always made time to serve and help everyone.
Cindy is survived by her husband, Curtis Barney; children: Amanda (Lane) Mecham, Tyler (Katherine) Barney, Brady (Brooke) Barney, and Chelsie (Jared) Porter; 14 grandchildren; her mother, Millie Francis; five siblings; mother and father-in-law, Larry (Dawna) Barney, who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts. Her family will remember her as the rock that held them together, a woman of unwavering faith, strength and compassion.
Cindy is preceded in death by her father, Jay W. Francis who passed September 23, 2020.
Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of many, but her legacy of love and kindness will live on through the countless lives she has touched.
A celebration of Cindy’s life was held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Panguitch Stake Center Cultural Hall. Per Cindy’s request, friends and family were invited to mingle enjoying chips and salsa and Diet Coke beginning at 11:00 a.m. The program began at 12 noon followed by a graveside at the Panguitch Cemetery.
Cindy’s spirit will forever be a part of those who knew and loved her. Her memory will continue to inspire grace and love in all of us. May she rest in peace as her family honors her last wish to visit Kauai, the only Hawaiian Island Cindy hasn’t been to.
Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
State Opens Microshelter Community as Winter Approaches
Utah Department of Workforce Services
Utah's Office of Homeless Services officially opened the Microshelter Community on Saturday, Sept. 28, with the support of the selected site operator, Switchpoint. Located at 548 South 700 West in Salt Lake City, this community is designed to house up to 50 individuals experiencing homelessness, providing crucial support as winter approaches.
SALT LAKE CITY -
Utah's Office of Homeless Services officially opened the Microshelter Community on Saturday, Sept. 28, with the support of the selected site operator, Switchpoint.
Located at 548 South 700 West in Salt Lake City, this community is designed to house up to 50 individuals experiencing homelessness, providing crucial support as winter approaches. The microshelters offer a non-congregate living arrangement, which ensures a comfortable and dignified
environment for residents.
Following a successful pilot project with Salt Lake City and Switchpoint, the microshelters were moved to the new location in September. The legislature allocated the funding for low-barrier shelter in the 2024 General Session.
Wayne Niederhauser, Utah's Homeless Coordinator, said, “We are deeply thankful for the Utah legislature’s support, which has made this project possible. The successful microshelter pilot, with its notable exits to housing and low
calls for enforcement, demonstrates that this model works. This second phase represents a crucial step toward greater stabilization and long-term solutions for those in need.”
The Office of Homeless Services is grateful for the support offered by Utah-based construction firm Landmark Companies, in addition to RPM Team, Rocky Mountain Power, Foldum, Sunrise Engineering, and the Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management. The opening of the microshel-
Obituaries
Nadalee Blackburn
ter program, along with the planned expansion for Salt Lake County's winter response in 2024, represents significant efforts to prepare for winter weather earlier than ever before.
Residents began moving into the microshelters Saturday, Sept. 28. The site is fully enclosed with fencing, well-lit, and staffed with full-time personnel to prioritize safety and support. Restrooms and washing stations are also available, ensuring that essential hygiene needs are met and maintaining the dignity of those seeking shelter.
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall noted, “The reopening of a more permanent Microshelter Community is a landmark moment for Salt Lake City and Utah. The pilot program demonstrated that this is a shelter model that serves a hard-toreach segment of the unsheltered population and brings them much-needed stability. It’s a testament to our commitment to exploring and deploying compassionate and effective solutions for those in need.”
—Utah Department of Workforce Services
BICKNELL - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Nadalee Jones Blackburn, age 66, who passed away peacefully in her home in Bicknell, Utah, on September 22, 2024. She will be missed by her husband, and best friend of 46 years, Michael Blackburn, three children, Kade (Jamie) Blackburn, Megan (Rocky) Hallows, Nessa (Trevor) Rasmussen, her mother, Dalene Jones, sisters, Donalee Evans, Cindy Hadfield and twelve grandchildren.
Nadalee was a wonderful mother and grandmother who loved her grandchildren with all of her heart. She was a friend to many, and had an open door policy. She always welcomed everyone with open arms and made them feel loved and important.
Nadalee was a cherished member of the Wayne County community helping out by starting a preschool in her home until her children were of school age and then began working in the Wayne School District in 1988. Nadalee served in numerous positions and was the secretary of Wayne High School for many years. The kids that went to Wayne High School all knew and loved her, because she was “A mom” to all of them as well. She loved the kids and made sure they all felt loved and were taken care of.
She also helped make M&D Auto & Blackburn Recreation possible with her countless hours of work. She also helped Michael with lots of bees and honey
Nadalee served in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in many positions and also in her recent years was a part of the Wayne County Senior Citizen Community, where she made many beloved friends.
She will always be remembered and never forgotten.
She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Jones; sister, Kalene J Darling; in-laws, Eugene and Loma Blackburn; brothers-in-law, Blake Evans, Scott Hadfield.
Funeral services were held on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 12 Noon in the Thurber Ward Chapel. A viewing was held at the church from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. prior to services. Burial was in the Bicknell Cemetery.
Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary. com
Kathie Lee Baker
1962 - 2024
TORREY - Kathie Lee Baker was born in Payson, Utah on April 8th, 1962. She lived a beautiful, full life until September 22nd, 2024, when she passed away as a result of a stroke that took place on September 19. Her three daughters, Megan, Misty, and Miranda, were blessed to be by her side and her fourth daughter, McKayla, excitedly awaited her arrival in heaven.
Kathie was born to Melba Maude Rose Cameron and Jay DuWayne Cameron They gave her and her four older siblings, Vickie Butler, Carrie Morrison Cameron, Julie Cox, and Max Cameron, her brother who is with us today, a cherished childhood in Payson where she graduated high school in 1980. Shortly after she married her high school sweetheart, Jon Daniels, in 1981. With him she had her first three beautiful daughters, Megan Mattingly, Misty Burks-Daniels, and Miranda Bowers. She loved being a mother and later on heavily enjoyed being a grandmother to her 11 grandkids. She loved to spoil them with random gifts she saw at Dollar Tree, tons of candy or chocolate creamies. She moved mountains for each and every one of them! She was a beam of sunshine in their everyday lives and always reminded them to pray. In 1998, she divorced Jon but continued to be friends and stay close to her daughters. In April 2007, she married the love of her life, Dave Baker, who gave her a space to grow with and love her daughters. With Dave she had her fourth daughter, McKayla Faith Baker, on January 4th, 2002. She only lived a few minutes, but in those minutes, Kathie made sure she knew she was loved, and she’s spent the past 22 years remembering and cherishing her. We all know McKayla was the very first in a long line to hug Kathie when she got to heaven.
Kathie spent the later part of her life with Dave in Torrey, Utah where she loved exploring the outdoors. Every time she was outside, she found a new rock she thought was cool which she filled her garden with. She took care of her garden every day; it’s filled with flowers and food that she loves to share. She loved Wayne County with its red dirt, and the gorgeous stars in the sky at night. Now she gets to rest under the most beautiful sky with fluffy clouds, colorful rainbows, tons of flowers, butterflies, and singing blue jays, while her spirit continues its beautiful journey in the next life.
Kathie is survived by her devoted husband, David Baker of Torrey; her children, Josh and Megan Mattingly of Loa, Brenden and Misty Burks-Daniels of Orem, Brenon and Miranda Bowers of Payson; her brother: Max and Kim Cameron of Payson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter McKayla Faith Baker, and her sisters Vickie Butler, Carrie Morrison Cameron, and Julie Cox.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the Torrey LDS Ward Chapel, located at 89 East Main Street in Torrey, where friends called for viewing from 11:30-12:30 P.M. prior to the services
Burial was in the Torrey City Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina, UT. Online guestbook at springerturner.com.
Christmas Tree Permit Sales for Kaibab National Forest to Begin October 10
KAIBAB NFChristmas tree permits for the Kaibab National Forest will be available to purchase online through Recreation.gov beginning Thursday, October 10, and permit holders may begin cutting their trees on Friday, November 1. Permits will be available for purchase through the Kaibab NF on Recreation.gov for trees, which
also lists details about designated cutting areas, maps, dates, and sizes of trees that may be cut. Information can also be found on the Kaibab NF Christmas tree webpage. When purchasing an online permit, it is important to carefully read the overview and needto-know information prior to purchasing. Visitors will also need to set up a login account to Recreation.gov to complete the transaction. Permits are limited to one recreation. gov online account and will be issued on a firstcome, first-served basis until sold out. Up to five trees may be purchased on a single permit at $15 per
tree. A small processing fee will be applied to the transaction.
Fourth-grade students can get a free Christmas tree pass through the Every Kid Outdoors program by entering their pass ID they acquire on that website then enter it on Kaibab NF Recreation.gov when going through the acquiring process. The tree cutting areas are in general areas and the trees are not individually marked. It is up to the permit holder to select the tree that is harvested. It is helpful to use the species map to predetermine what type of tree you would like and in what area they are growing before you start your adventure. The
trees that are for sale grow in the wild and are not cultivated to be a fully filled-in tree like the ones that are bought from your local store or a private Christmas tree farm. However, it is the experience of finding and cutting a tree and having an adventure with the memories being priceless.
Permits are valid to cut trees between November 1 through December 31, 2024. Stay informed of all Kaibab National Forest information by our website and follow us on our social media through Flickr, X, and Facebook.
—Kaibab National Forest
Utahns Feel Ignored by Politicians. One Democratic Representative Agrees
by Alex Gonzalez | Utah News Connection
UTAH - Politicians not listening to voters is a top concern for Utahns, and one Utah Democratic representative agrees with that sentiment.
Rep. Jennifer DaileyProvost, D-Salt Lake City, said while many of the issues politicians deal with are nuanced and not as black and white as they might seem, the Utah state Legislature "has continued to grow its own power relative to the other branches of government."
"Putting things on the ballot like the gutting of the ballot initiative that created the redistricting commission and doing so with extremely dishonest and misleading language, really pushes that narrative that the Legislature just is not listening to the will of the
people," she explained.
Earlier this year, the Utah Supreme Court ruled the state Legislature had overstepped its authority regarding Utah's Independent Redistricting Commission, which was born out of a 2018 ballot initiative that bans gerrymandering.
Following the court's rule, the GOP controlled Legislature convened a special session to create a constitutional amendment giving it the power to modify future ballot measures. (The decision to void this amendment has since been upheld by the Utah Supreme Court. The text will still appear on the ballot in November, but votes will not be counted.) Instead, Dailey-Provost contends policymakers should do better in facilitating discus-
sions with those who propose ballot measures to try to find what she calls common ground.
Dailey-Provost contends politicians get a bad rap and adds it is not entirely undeserved. In 2018, in addition to the creation of the redistricting commission, voters also approved ballot measures legalizing medical marijuana and expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, all of which were later altered by the Utah Legislature.
Dailey-Provost said following those alterations, nothing happened electorally like she would have expected.
"There is something to be said for people criticizing vocally, but when the rubber hits the road, if people are truly dissatisfied with the job that politicians are doing, why are they continually being reelected?" she continued.
Dailey-Provost wants voters to think about what it means to be dissatisfied with elected officials and the degree to which they're being held accountable moving forward.
Schools and Sports
SUU Nursing Department Recognized with '24-25 College of Distinction Award
Southern Utah University’s Department of Nursing has been
leges of Distinction for 2024-2025 nationwide. It is the only university in Utah to be
tion.
CEDAR CITYSouthern Utah University’s Department of Nursing has been recognized as one of the top Nursing Colleges of Distinction for 2024-2025 nationwide. It is the only university in Utah to be awarded this distinction.
This recognition comes from Colleges of Distinction, a nationally recognized organization that connects students and parents with universities across the country and
helps them navigate the process of deciding where to attend. Over 200 nursing programs across the country were recognized for the 2024-2025 academic year.
“With a shortage of capable nurses in Utah, it is increasingly important that nursing programs focus on student success,” said Professor Suzie Campbell, Department Chair of Nursing.
“This award, along with other awards that SUU has received, is evidence that SUU Nursing is preparing
compassionate, skilled, and proficient nurses.”
In order to qualify as a college of distinction, SUU’s nursing program was assessed on four key factors: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant communities and successful outcomes. Additionally, the organization analyzed how SUU met more specific qualifications, such as validation from the Accreditation Commission for Excellence in Nursing and/ or the Commission on Col-
legiate Nursing Education, high mastery rates in standardized exams, advising and counseling available specifically for nursing students and faculty and staff industry connections.
For more information about Colleges of Distinction and other recognitions received by SUU Nursing please visit https://www. suu.edu/nursing/awards. html.
—Southern Utah University
Adoptive Family in Utah Commemorates National Daughters Day
UTAH - September 25 was National Daughters Day, and for one Utah teenager, the title only seemed like a dream until recently.
Lilyauna Coffey, 19, lives in Salt Lake City. She spent nine years in the foster care system looking for her forever home and family. It was just last year her dream became reality.
Jessica Coffey said she and her husband Sam temporarily took Lilyauna in as she was waiting for an initial adoptive family to be ready. But after not having "clicked" with the family, Jessica said Lilyauna wanted to stay with them.
"When her adoption worker, that does work with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, called us and was like, 'Hey, you know, Lilyauna was wondering if you guys would adopt her?' We already were ready to say yes," Coffey recounted. "What was supposed to be like two weeks max, just turned into forever and it's been great."
Coffey stressed it is important for families looking to adopt to realize there are many teenagers looking for permanent homes. She noted being a teen is hard already and for those who lack the support, consistency and love of a family, entering adulthood can be overwhelming.
The latest state data show there are about 2,000 children in Utah's foster care system, with fewer than 600 adopted per year.
Rita Soronen, president and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, said when a judge permanently sev-
by
Alex Gonzalez | Utah News Connection
ers a child's relationship to their biological family, whether it be due to neglect or abuse, children are promised permanency. But about 20,000 children nationwide turn 18 each year and leave foster care without a family.
Soronen argued more must be done.
"That's why Wendy's Wonderful Kids programs
—for example, in Utah and across the nation—are so critical to move those children to permanency," Soronen explained. "To minimize the trauma they've already experienced, and to move them toward a journey of healing with a family that can provide them the support and the care."
Soronen added what everyone strives for at the
end of the day is a home, which she contended is evident in art and literature throughout American history.
"T.S. Eliot said, 'Home is where we start from,'" Soronen said. "Think of Judy Garland in the movie, right? 'There's no place like home, there's no place like home.' It is at the essence of who we are."
Identifying Candidates
Who Will Help Solve America’s Child Care Crisis
U.S. - America’s moms—along with families, businesses and the nation’s economy—are struggling without highquality, affordable child care. That’s why moms have come together to establish the Moms’ Seal of Approval on Child Care, to identify candidates who will stand with families by advancing child care policy solutions that address affordability, accessibility and quality.
MomsRising Together, the online and onthe-ground organization of 1,044,000 mothers and their families working to improve family economic security, created the new program in partnership with parents to help voters identify candidates who will support solutions to the country’s child care crisis, to raise the profile of child care as a campaign issue and to challenge candidates to commit to child care solutions that meet the needs and standards of America’s moms.
“Moms, parents and families across the nation are joining together in saying we are ready to speak out for affordable, accessible, high-quality child care. We will only end the child care crisis that is costing families, businesses and our economy so dearly if we elect leaders with a
real commitment to finding solutions,” said MomsRising executive director and CEO, Kristin RoweFinkbeiner.
Finding quality, affordable child care is one of the greatest challenges facing young families. Child care costs more than public college tuition in many states, and nearly half of Americans live in child care deserts, where there is a significant shortage of providers. As a result, millions of moms and caregivers have been forced out of the workforce, jeopardizing their financial security, exacerbating the country’s labor shortage, and harming businesses and the economy.
At the same time, early educators who work at child care programs are grossly underpaid, with many leaving the field because they can make higher wages in fast food or other sectors.
The candidates who have earned the Moms’ Seal of Approval on Child Care are listed here: https://rb.gy/4nxvut
“We applaud every candidate who has earned the Moms’ Seal of Approval on Child Care and expect to be able to keep growing that list,” RoweFinkbeiner added.
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A five-year national evaluation revealed children referred to the Wendy's Wonderful Kids program are up to three times more likely to be adopted, according to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.
Hummingbirds: We have put a lot of effort into this and the more people we can get banding and monitoring the better our results will be and the better we will be able to see trends.
—Kaleb Judd, lead
wildlife technician for the Forest Service in Escalante
lected from sites at the Escalante Interagency Center, Lower Calf Creek Falls trailhead and at the Wildcat Visitor Center has been used by the Hummingbird Monitoring Network and the USGS to help understand the complex migrations hummingbirds undertake and the difficulties they face along the way.
Kaleb Judd is the lead wildlife technician for the Forest Service in Escalante, and 2024 has marked his second year banding the small animals in the area. He has added tags to more than five-hundred hummingbirds over the past five months. “I learned a lot last year working with Terry and Lisa Young, but with Terry retiring and Lisa—my boss—being out on fires, I have had a lot more opportunity to band this year, and it has been great, although sometimes hard to manage the workload,” said Judd. Members of the National Forest’s timber crew have had the opportunity to step in and help manage the task.
Judd and his crew have also traveled to band
birds with an Ashley National Forest biologist near Flaming Gorge reservoir, in the northern part of the state, and traveled south to band with a Utah Department of Natural Resources biologist near St. George. “I hope that crews in these areas can get certified to band birds independently soon,” said Judd, “We have put a lot of effort into this and the more people we can get banding and monitoring the better our results will be and the better we will be able to see trends.” Having more people banding across a similar range increases the likelihood that a bird will be recaptured, showing where and when the birds tend to move.
Hummingbird migrations tend to follow changes in temperatures and the availability of food. In the last five years, the birds have been making strong appearances in April, as opposed to the more usual early May arrivals. They have also tended to hang around later in the season.
This year, the September 11 banding session at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center saw more than fifty birds, and the crew will likely try to band one more
Judd looks
the bird, while wear and tear can help
age. time given the quantity of animals still at the feeder.
Judd speculated that the change in migration patterns could be caused by generally warmer temperatures leading to early spring blooms of wild flowers, which are able to bloom again during the fall. “Hummingbirds don’t just eat at your feeder; they need all sorts of other nutrients which they are able to get from wild flowers. They are also important pollinators,” explained Judd. Of the metrics the biology techs collect, including beak and wing length, weight, fat content and more, they also collect pollen samples if the birds have any leftover
on their cheeks. They can observe these under a microscope later to see what plants they have been feeding on recently.
The banding and monitoring sessions also show when and where different species of hummingbird are likely to be seen. The shifting climate responsible for lengthening the season may also be causing a shift in the range of various birds. “When banding started around fifteen years ago at Calf Creek, they would catch roughly 50/50 broad-tailed hummingbirds and black-chinned hummingbirds, but these days it’s almost entirely the
black-chins,” said Judd. He noted that the broad-tails instead seem to be favoring a higher elevation range and are being sighted in higher numbers at the Wildcat Visitor Center. Other noticeable range changes include sightings of Rivoli’s hummingbird in northern Utah, and Costa’s hummingbird in St. George. Towards the end of the season in Escalante, however, juvenile rufous and black-chinned hummingbirds dominate the feeder. A handful of Calliope hummingbirds were captured as well. They are North America's smallest bird and weigh just under three
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grams, or about the same as a penny. These lingering birds might hang out until the early parts of October, so it may be worth keeping your feeders out to ensure the birds have the energy they need to head south. Hummingbird banding in the Escalante area will resume again in mid to late April next year, and visitors are encouraged to stop by to learn more about the tiny aerial acrobats. Local residents who are interested in volunteering with banding sessions can reach out to Lisa Young or the Dixie National Forest to inquire about opportunities.
NOTICE OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 7, 2023, the Board of Trustees of the Municipal Building Authority of Escalante City, Garfield County, Utah (the "Issuer"), adopted a resolution (the "Resolution") declaring its intention to issue its Sales Tax Revenue Bonds (the "Bonds"), pursuant to the Utah Local Government Bonding Act, Title 11, Chapter 14, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended.
The Issuer intends to issue the Bonds in the principal amount of not to exceed $1,250,000 to bear interest at a rate not to exceed 3.0% per annum, to mature in not to more than 32 years from their date or dates, and to be sold at a price not less than 100% of the total principal amount thereof, plus accrued interest to the date of delivery. The Bonds will specify that any installment of principal on the Bonds which shall not be paid when due shall bear interest at the rate of 18% per annum from the due date thereof until paid.
The Issuer intends to issue the Bonds for the purpose of (i) financing all or a portion of the construction of an addition to the medical clinic and related facilities; and (ii) paying costs of issuing the Bonds.
OUTSTANDING BONDS SECURED BY THE SAME REVENUE
There are no outstanding bonds secured by the revenues from the lease of an addition to the City’s medical center, which revenues are being pledged to secure the payment of the Bonds.
ESTIMATED TOTAL COST OF THE BONDS
Although the Resolution authorizes the issuance of Bonds in the aggregate principal amount of up to $1,250,000, the Issuer anticipates that the actual principal amount of the Bonds will be $780,000, in which case the estimated total cost to the Issuer for the proposed Bonds is $906,540, which includes an estimated cost of interest on the Bonds of $126,540
A copy of the Resolution is on file in the office of the City Recorder in Escalante, Utah, where it may be examined during regular business hours of the City Recorder from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, for a period of at least 30 days from and after date of the last date of publication of this Notice.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to law for a period of thirty (30) days from and after the date of the publication of this notice, any person in interest shall have the right to contest the legality of the above-described Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Authority (only as it relates to the Bonds), or the Bonds or any provision made for the security and payment of the Bonds, and that after such time no one shall have any cause of action to contest the regularity, formality or legality thereof for any cause whatsoever.
DATED this 7th day of November, 2023.
/s/ Stephanie Steed
Secretary Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 3, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ESCALANTE CITY
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 25, 2024, the Board of Trustees of the Municipal Building Authority of Escalante City (the "Issuer"), adopted a resolution (the “Resolution”) declaring its intention to issue its Lease Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”), pursuant to the Utah Local Government Bonding Act, Title 11, Chapter 14, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended and to call a public hearing to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds.
The Issuer shall hold a public hearing on October 21, 2024, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. The location of the public hearing is in the City Office, 56 North 100 West, Escalante, Utah. The purpose of the meeting is to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds and any potential economic impact to the private sector from the construction of the Project to be funded by the Lease Revenue Bonds in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000 for financing the construction of an addition to the medical clinic and related facilities. All members of the public are invited to attend and participate.
DATED this 25th day of September, 2024.
/s/ Stephanie Steed
City Recorder
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 3 & 10, 2024
Ian Marynowski
Kaleb
at a hummingbird's tail feathers. The patterns can help identify the species and sex of
identify
Boulder
Arbor Day: We love the long-term commitment to trees that the community is making. This puts it high on our list as something that we want to come back to year after year.
Amy May, executive director
of TreeUtah
offer community festivities.
The 10,000 Trees by 2033 Initiative began in 2023. This is part of a larger movement, where areas are committing to planting a certain number of trees. The City of Tucson Climate Action Hub, for example, has committed to planting one million trees by 2030.
“We chose the number 10,000 for Boulder because it felt possible, but it still feels exceptional and a worthy goal,” said Tree City president Constance Lynn. If each household in the Boulder area were to plant five trees per year, the town would far surpass this, Tree City stated in a public letter about the initiative. They are encouraging the planting of trees that are native/drought resistant and well-suited to this environment and elevation, using dryland planting techniques.
This is “a project to increase Boulder’s tree canopy to beautify our town, keep summer temperatures cooler, provide a food source for humans and habitat for bird and animal species,” Tree City stated in the same public letter.
Boulder Tree City was recently awarded a $2,500 grant from TreeUtah, which will help with this project. TreeUtah is a nonprofit that acts as a matchmaker between donors and tree planting projects. The funding for this specific grant came both from the Utah Travel Council, as well as from an organization in France, which has designated that a certain amount of group tour fees be allotted for positive impact projects in the gateway communities that groups visit. “We love the long-term commitment to trees that the community is making,” said Amy May, the executive director of
TreeUtah. “This puts it high on our list as something that we want to come back to year after year,” she continued.
The funding will all go towards purchasing shade trees, including burr oak, hackberry, crabapple, hawthorn, catalpa and lacebark elm. “These trees were selected for their toughness, and resilience,” said May. “Many are native or just do well here, some are great for pollinators, and all do well in our soils. This is the first planting we are doing in Boulder so we will also gather feedback about how the trees do, which will be used for next time,” she said.
Trees will be planted in the Town Park, and thirty trees will also be delegated to the first thirty residents to sign up for the tree planting workshop, from 2-5 p.m., that will kick off the Autumn Arbor Day Celebration.
The workshop will be led by several staff people from TreeUtah, including at least one certified arborist, who will present on tree planting, tool safety, and types of trees that do well in our area.
“We aim to engage people upfront to plant the trees properly to start with,” said May.
It is incredibly important to plant a tree correctly. “If a tree is improperly planted, it can actually take ten to fifteen years for these problems to show up and kill the tree,” said Tree City secretary Pam Furches. “We need to get the basics so that we don’t mess it up and realize fifteen years later that the tree was planted too deeply or shallowly, when the tree could have had long-term success.”
Ryan Johnson, the urban and community forester designated to the Boulder Tree City committee, will also be present for people to get advice from and connect with. Attendees are encouraged to come to the event with any tree questions they
may have.
Following the presentation, participants will plant six to eight community trees in the Town Park. “In order to get their own tree, participants will have to go through the presentation and help plant our community trees,” said Tree City member Jennifer Geerlings. “Of course, they are then fully qualified to make a successful planting with their new tree on their property,” she continued.
TreeUtah will also be doing a presentation with Boulder Elementary School (BES) and homeschool students on the same day. The students at the school are getting to know some of the trees around the school in preparation. “As a leadup, the kids have each chosen their own tree and will watch the tree change with the season, and then for the rest of the year,” said BES Head Teacher Andria Rice.
Following the planting, the festivities will ensue from 5 - 7 p.m. There will be music, a craft station to make apple art, and wood fired pizza by Boulder Bread. Patrick Briggs will
be setting up an apple cider press. Those attending are encouraged to bring apples and their own containers to take home finished cider. Anyone with extra apples is encouraged to bring and donate them.
There will also be a Boulder fruit dessert potluck. Attendees are asked to bring a dish made with local fruit—such as jam, juice, or pies—including a label with a list of ingredients and their name.
As an important part of this initiative is keeping track of trees that have been planted throughout town (including unincorporated areas), a table will be available at the event where people can record trees that they have planted. Other ways to record planted trees include an online form available from Tree City, or by visiting the Boulder Library and asking to record them.
In 2023, Tree City recorded the planting of 798 trees and shrubs, an impressive start for a small town. As stated in Tree City’s public letter, “When a person plants a tree, they are planting hope!”
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
TEASDALE SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT
The Teasdale Special Service District is having a public meeting on Monday October 7, 2024 at the Teasdale Fire Station. They will be reviewing and taking comments on updated Resolutions. Contact Melissa Robins at 435425-3140 with any questions.
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 26 and OCTOBER 3, 2024
INVITATION TO BID
CITY
PANGUITCH
CONSTRUCTION OF ANIMAL CONTROL FACILITY
Panguitch City is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors for the construction of a new Animal Control Facility. This facility will provide essential services for the management and care of animals within our community.
Project Details:
• Project Location: 420 E Center Panguitch, Utah
• Scope: Construction of an animal control facility, including indoor and outdoor kennels and a storage room for supplies.
Bid Submission:
• Sealed bids must be submitted by 5:00 pm October 22, 2024.
• Bids must include a detailed estimate of costs, proof of insurance, contractor's license, and relevant experience.
• Bids will be opened at the Panguitch City Council Meeting on October 22, 2024 @ 5:30 pm.
Bid Documents: Bid documents are available at the Panguitch City Office 25 S. 200 E. Panguitch, Utah or by email to mat.panguitchcity@gmail.com
Panguitch City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. We look forward to your participation in this important project. For more information, please contact: Mat Houston 435-676-8585 email mat.panguitchcity@gmail.com
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 3, 10 & 17, 2024
NOTICE OF SUMMONS
TO: THE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN DEFENDANT’S JOHN DOES I-V. BERKLEY D. THOMPSON is seeking quiet title to himself and against you and any other person claiming an interest in the following land located in Garfield County, State of Utah: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1/4 CORNER SECTION 35 TOWNSHIP 36 SOUTH RANGE 3 WEST SALT LAKE BASE AND MERIDIAN AND RUNNING THENCE SOUTH 89°39'49" WEST ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID SECTION 35, 950.07 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 0°20'11" EAST 1390.13 FEET TO TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING WHICH POINT IS THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PARCEL T-253; THENCE SOUTH 0°07'47" EAST 196.91 FEET TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF 550 NORTH STREET; THENCE SOUTH 88°46'31" WEST ALONG NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID 550 NORTH STREET, 29.23 FEET TO THE EAST BOUNDARY OF PARCEL T-249; THENCE NORTH 0°17'48" WEST ALONG EAST BOUNDARY OF PARCEL T-249, 196.94 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88°52'00" EAST 29.80 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 0.13 ACRES MORE OR LESS.
YOU ARE REQUIRED to file an Answer to the Complaint on file in the 6th Judicial District Court case #240600038 at 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah 84759 within 30 days of the date of publication of this notice. Failure to do so will result in a default being entered against you and the relief requested in the Complaint being granted in favor of the Plaintiff. Signed: Barry L. Huntington, Attorney for Plaintiff. 435-676-1103. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 19 & 26 and OCTOBER 3 & 10, 2024 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 Oct. 23, 2024 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)538-7240 for additional information.
GARFIELD COUNTY EXTENSION(S)
97-2369 (A78877): Bruce L. Miller, Jr. 2002 Trust is/are filing an extension for 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (Boulder Town) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 97-2368 (A78867): Bruce L. Miller, Jr. 2002 Trust is/are filing an extension for 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (South Boulder Town) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E.
State Engineer
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 26 and OCTOBER 3, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS TORREY
TOWN MAIN ST. WATER LINE IMPROVEMENTS SECTION 00
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Torrey Town (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Torrey Town Main St. Water Line Improvements SU1228S
Bids for the construction of the Project will be received on October 16th at 2:00 PM via quest cdn online bidding network.
The Project includes the following Work: Abandonment of 4” Existing water line and replacing with Installation of 1250 feet of 8” DR-11 HDPE water line. Reconnecting service connections to new water line. And roadway repair.
Obtaining the Bidding Documents Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website: https:// www.ensignutah.com/bid-access/ or www.questcdn. com
Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated website. Prospective Bidders are urged to register with the designated website as a plan holder, even if Bidding Documents are obtained from a plan room or source other than the designated website in either electronic or paper format. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website.
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Ensign Engineering and Land Surveying 225 North 100 East Richfield, Utah 84701 Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office by paying a deposit of $100 for each set, no part of which will be refunded. Make deposit checks for Bidding Documents payable to Ensign Engineering and Land Surveying.
Pre-bid Conference
A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at Torrey Town Hall at 75 East 100 North on October 9th at 2:00 PM.
Questions
All questions should be directed in writing via quest CDN. In interest of a fair bidding process, verbal questions will not be accepted. The last day for questions shall be October 14th at 1:00 PM.
Instructions to Bidders.
For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
Owner reserves all rights to reject any and all bids.
This Advertisement is issued by:
Owner: Torrey Town
By: Mickey Wright
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Patrick Briggs will be bringing his apple cider press to the Autumnal Arbor Day Celebration in Boulder on October 8. Those attending are encouraged to bring apples and their own containers to take home finished cider.
Boulder Arbor Day
SkyWatcher Leo T
Fall, the Summer Triangle, and the Psyche Mission
As we look up into the new fall, after a seemingly abrupt but gentle end to summer, the days even out, and the magical tilt of the Earth changes the feel of life and adjusts the vegetation. The migration patterns of hummingbirds kicks in, and they leave our humble region to make their way back to Central or South America, or other points beyond. The sky has been blue lately, and the temperatures have been comfortable. The stars tilt, as well, with big Arcturus sliding to the west, along with the Corona Borealis and the hope for a Nova.
Scorpio still rides on the south horizon, followed by Sagittarius and its star clouds.
The summer triangle is still around just further west, with Vega leading the way into the beautiful Summer Swan. Altair the Eagle holds down one corner, and Deneb is on the other, with its lovely blue and gold
by Leonard Thomas
double star above.
This week, we talk to JPL Astroscientist Paige Arthur. Paige Arthur is a Guidance Navigation Control Engineer with JPL. She and her team are part of the Psyche mission, and their task is to determine how to point the Psyche spacecraft in the direction they are working on at the time, for instance, to aim the craft towards the Earth for communication, or pointing toward a specific spot for one of the science experiments. Arthur's specialty is getting the spacecraft oriented in order to fire the thrusters.
The mission of the Psyche spacecraft is to study a metal-rich asteroid of the same name. It will perform four specific science orbits, coming closer each time to the asteroid in order to use the gamma ray spectrometer that measures the asteroid's chemical composition, and the magnetometer to measure its chemical composition.
Planetary scientists and geologists believe that the asteroid may have once been a planetoid stripped of its mantle and are excited to find out as much as they can.
Look up, look around, and get just a little bit lost in space.
Leonard Thomas has a Bachelor of Science degree in Comprehensive Broadcasting and worked as a park ranger as a star guide at Capitol Reef National Park. He is a resident of Torrey, Utah, and is the creator of the podcast SkyWatcher Leo T, which is available to listen to on Spotify.
Watershed Restoration: DNR’s
long-standing relationship with BLM through Utah’s Watershed Initiative has been one of the country's most successful active land management partnerships. This additional funding will help benefit watersheds in Utah to help improve wildlife habitat and water quality and reduce catastrophic wildfire.
This growing partnership with the Utah Department of Natural Resources will expand the scope of the BLM’s conservation work and deliver substantial benefits to wildlife and the residents of Utah. The initial funding was awarded on Aug. 20, 2024, with additional funding awarded on Sep. 23, 2024.
“DNR’s long-standing relationship with BLM through Utah’s Watershed
Joel Ferry, DNR Executive Director Initiative has been one of the country's most successful active land management partnerships,” said DNR Executive Director Joel Ferry. “This additional funding will help benefit watersheds in Utah to help improve wildlife habitat and water quality and reduce catastrophic wildfire.”
Roughly $1.39 million is coming from the BidenHarris administration’s Inflation Reduction Act to advance the wildlife habitat restoration.
Utah’s Watershed Res-
Fossil Day Festival:
toration Initiative is a partnership-based program focusing on improving watershed health, biological diversity, water quality and yield, habitat for wildlife, and vegetation resilience due to drought and wildfires. Since its establishment in 2006, the Watershed Restoration Initiative has undertaken 2,811 projects, restoring and rehabilitating over 2.65 million acres.
—Bureau of Land Management
We are excited to host this year’s National Fossil Day event. We want to remind visitors how important it is to protect our park resources. If you are in an area where fossils may be present, please practice Leave No Trace principles. If you discover a fossil, we’d love to know about it. Please take a photo and note the location, leave it where you found it, and tell a ranger.
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out the day. Glen Canyon NRA Rangers will be joined by fossil experts and enthusiasts hosting booths from Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site, and Glen Canyon Conservancy.
From 10 a.m. to 2
Michelle Kerns, Superintendent of Glen Canyon NRA p.m., there will be booths with special paleontology activities at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center and opportunities to complete a Junior Paleontologist booklet. From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., NPS Rangers will lead guided hikes to nearby dinosaur tracks. The day will culminate at 6:30 p.m. with a lecture at the Powell Museum (located at 6 North Lake Powell Blvd.) by Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Paleontologist Dr. Alan Titus, entitled "Rewriting the Family History of T-rex."
“We are excited to host this year’s National Fossil Day event” says Michelle Kerns, Superintendent of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. “We want to remind visitors how important it is to protect our park resources. If you are in an area where fossils may be present, please practice Leave No Trace principles. If you discover a fossil, we’d love to know about it. Please take a photo and note the location, leave it where you found it, and tell a ranger.”
—National Park Service
Fossil Day Festival
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Big Day for Bears Ears: Appeals Court Hears Arguments in Case Challenging Utah
National Monuments
by Kyle Dunphey | Utah News Dispatch
BOULDER, COThursday, Sept. 26, was a big day for the future of Utah’s Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments, as attorneys argued for and against the legality of President Joe Biden’s decision to reinstate the monuments after former President Trump reduced their original size.
For about an hour, attorneys presented their oral arguments in two lawsuits challenging the monuments—Garfield v. Biden and Dalton v. Biden— which have now been consolidated into one case, before a panel of three judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit.
The hearing took place at the Wittemyer Courtroom at the University of Colorado Boulder Law School.
It’s unclear when or how the panel of judges will make a decision, but one thing is certain—the legal challenge to the monuments is far from over.
The key question Thursday was whether a court can review challenges to the Antiquities Act, a law passed by Congress in 1906 that gives the president authority to declare national monuments to protect areas of cultural, historical and scientific significance.
It’s how President Theodore Roosevelt issued protections for the Grand Canyon, and has been used by presidents since, including Democratic presidents Bill Clinton, who designated Grand StaircaseEscalante, and Barack Obama, who designated Bears Ears.
In 2017, both monuments were drastically reduced in size by President Donald Trump, who cut Bears Ears from 1.36 million acres to 1 million acres, and Grand StaircaseEscalante from 1.35 million acres to just 229,000 acres.
Then, in 2021, President Joe Biden restored the monuments to their original size, again using the Antiquities Act. That authority was promptly challenged by the state of Utah, which in 2022 joined forces with Garfield County to sue the Biden Administration in federal court.
Another lawsuit was then filed by local landowners and the BlueRibbon Coalition, a nonprofit that advocates for outdoor recreation and has repeatedly protested public land and conservation policies from the federal government. Those suits have now been consolidated.
The Antiquities Act, the state’s lawsuit argued, was not intended to enact sweeping, million-plus acre designations. But the suit was dismissed in August 2023 by U.S. District Judge David Nuffer, who wrote that the Antiquities Act grants discretionary authority to the U.S. president when it comes to monument designations.
According to Stanford Purser with the Utah Attorney General’s Office, who argued the state’s case on Thursday, Nuffer’s decision was based on a lack of guidance—guidance that the justices with the 10th Circuit should provide.
“The court can and should interpret these limits within the Antiquities Act to confirm that Utah and the counties have a stated claim…that in turn will provide the guidance
that the district court said he needs to proceed in this case,” said Purser. “He sort of just threw up his hands and said, ‘I don’t know what to do here.’”
John Bies, who represented the United States, on the other hand argued that the Antiquities Act grants the president such broad authority that it’s not the court’s responsibility to review monument designations. The judges pushed back, asking him a hypothetical question—if Biden designated all federal land in Utah a national monument, should that be subjected to review?
“If they have a bonafide basis, they can designate any federal land,” Bies said.
Judge Joel Carson pressed him further. “There are all sorts of historic sites and important species in Utah. Could they do it?”
Bies responded, “Yes.”
But the justices’ skepticism extended to both sides on Thursday, with Carson pointing out that no matter what’s in the monument proclamation, there will be elements of sovereign immunity—the premise that the federal government can make certain decisions within its jurisdiction that cannot be challenged. Regardless of what Utah claims, sovereign immunity could stand in their way.
Carson was also skeptical of the scope of the review Utah requested, which identifies protections for scores of “objects” in the monument that the state says are unwarranted.
“Do you expect that this court would go through your complaint and pass judgment on all 500 objects?” he asked.
Purser responded that the state has a case “if there’s even one object.”
Matthew Campbell, an attorney for the Native American Rights Fund who represented the tribal nations, echoed Bies, telling the court that the question of ultra vires—the legal term that in this case refers to Biden going beyond his authority—is not applicable. Campbell also pushed back on the state’s claim that some objects in the monuments don’t warrant protection under the Antiquities Act.
“It identified dwellings, communal houses, burial grounds,” he said. “Many of the places within Bears Ears and Grand StaircaseEscalante were within the president’s jurisdiction to protect.”
Harry Graver, the attorney for BlueRibbon, boiled their argument down to a simple soundbite.
“The president has authority under the Antiquities Act to set aside land for A, B and C. Our contention is he set aside land for D, E, F,” said Graver. “You’re doing something you were never allowed to do.”
A long road to the U.S. Supreme Court Utah leaders have repeatedly said their goal is to present their case to the U.S. Supreme Court, evidenced by how Purser opened his argument on Thursday, citing U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, who in 2021 said the Antiquities Act has “somehow been transformed” to have no limits.
“He hoped that the U.S. Supreme Court would get a case where they can review these limits. This is that case,” Purser said.
Almost immediately, Judge Richard Federico
asked Purser if any previous cases challenging the president’s authority have been successful. Purser acknowledged they have not, but said the arguments Utah is now presenting haven’t been raised in the past, telling the judges, “Here we have a clear case of proclamations that exceed any reasonable interpretation of the Antiquities Act.”
It wasn’t immediately clear how the court will rule, as justices pressed attorneys on both sides.
Regardless, the path to the high court will be convoluted—if the 10th Circuit rules in favor of the federal government and effectively dismisses Utah’s lawsuit (which several attorneys after the hearing told Utah News Dispatch would be very unlikely) the state will have a clear path to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. But the appeal would be centered on how courts can review challenges to the Antiquities Act, not whether the monuments are lawful.
If there’s a remand, the case would go back to Nuffer, although it’s unclear if he would take it up again or defer to another judge. The legality of the monuments would then be left up to the district courts, and it’s likely that any ruling would result in another appeal, until it gets to the Supreme Court.
After the hearing, Steve Bloch with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, an environmental group, said he thinks the 10th Circuit judges will likely send the case back to a lower district—but he doesn’t expect that to help the state.
“I’m not going to be surprised if there’s a remand to the district court,” said Bloch, whose organization has challenged multiple decisions from the state of Utah and the Trump administration in court. “We’re comfortable with that because what the president did here is within the wheelhouse of the Antiquities Act.”
Bloch said any kind of review ordered by the court will not be as comprehensive as what Utah hopes.
Meanwhile Ben Burr, the executive director of the BlueRibbon Coalition, said he’s hopeful the court will give them a path forward, providing attorneys representing his group and the state guidance on how challenges to the Antiquities Act should proceed.
“A good decision for us would be to just give us something to work with,” he said. “We believe there’s an appetite in the Supreme Court, it’s just getting them the right case. That’s what we believe we’re doing through this process, but it’s definitely not a straight line.”
In a statement following the hearing, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes reiterated the state’s argument, while telling Utah News Dispatch the state is still seeking “appropriate safeguards for the cherished lands in the heart of Bears Ears and Grand StaircaseEscalante regions.”
“Designations of this magnitude require resources, careful planning, and input from local stakeholders,” Reyes said. “We have eagerly awaited the opportunity to explain to the Tenth Circuit how the law and facts favor more reasonablesized monuments.”
This article was originally published on utahnewsdispatch.com on September 26, 2024.
Awareness Month:
This October, we would like to invite our community to participate in painting the town purple by purchasing a yard sign and a purple light bulb. These items are available at all of our offices, and 100% of the proceeds from this fundraising effort go towards supporting the people we serve.
iency and courage, purple is the color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Each October, New Horizons Crisis Center works to “paint” our local towns purple in an effort to raise awareness about the serious issue of domestic violence and its prevalence, even in areas as rural as ours.
Too often, we are misinformed into believing that domestic violence is something that doesn’t touch our small communities, or people “like us.” It is important to understand that domestic violence can affect anyone, regardless of their gender, age, orientation, social status, race, or religion.
Since the year 2000, at least 42% of Utah homicides were domestic violence related. According to the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition, one in three women is a victim of domestic violence. Ad-
ditionally, 36.9% of Utah women will experience rape, stalking, and/or physical violence at the hands of an intimate partner in her lifetime.
Serving the counties of Sevier, Millard, Wayne, Piute, and Sanpete, New Horizons Crisis Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting survivors of domestic violence and their children. New Horizons is proud to provide many different types of assistance, including crisis intervention, emergency aid, and support groups. We help past and current victims and their families, as well as offer prevention programs. We operate a 24/7 crisis hotline, as well as 24/7 emergency shelter.
This October, we would like to invite our community to participate in painting the town purple by purchasing a yard sign and a purple light bulb. These items are available at all of our offices, and 100% of the proceeds from this fundraising effort go towards
supporting the people we serve.
For some of us, purple may be just a color, but for a domestic violence survivor, it is so much more—it represents the courage required to leave an abusive situation. By displaying a purple porch light, you help to create a community where violence isn’t tolerated, where people feel safe, and where survivors feel more empowered to seek help.
For more information about New Horizons Crisis Center, we invite you to visit us online at centralutahcrisisintervention. org. To learn more about the ways in which you can donate to support our services, to purchase a purple light bulb for October, or to volunteer or donate, call us at (435) 896-9294. For those in need of assistance, our crisis hotline operates 24/7 and can be reached at 1-800-343-6302.
All meals are served with milk or juice. If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00 am. 826-4317. Suggested donation for seniors over 60 is $4.00, and under 60 is $10.00
PANGUITCH SENIOR CENTER HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140
$4.00 60 & older, $10.00 under 60
Suggested donation
Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot. Meals include milk & bread.
Tues. Oct. 8th
Taco Salad w/ Beans, Hamburger, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Beets, Fruit in Season, Magic Bars
BBQ Pork Ribs, Cheese Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Coleslaw, Jell-O w/ Fruit, Cookie Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666
All meals are served with milk & bread. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors and $10 for those under 60 years of age.
CROSSWORD SOLUTION
Position Announcements
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring for the following positions. For the application process and description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org
Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers
Para-Professionals/Aides at All Schools
Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers
SALARY: Please see 2024-2025 Garfield County School Districts Classified, District Office, and Certified Salary Schedules on the district website.
Loa Town
Full-Time Maintenance Person
Loa Town is looking to hire a full time maintenance person to care for the town. Individual must be selfmotivated and willing to do several different jobs. Individual must become a certified water operator. Pay and benefits dependent upon experience. You may pick up an application at the Loa Town Office at 80 W. Center or contact Michelle Brian or Jeanette Taylor at 435-836-2160 for more information. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
MEETINGS
Escalante AA Meeting
Winter schedule: Tues. & Fri. at 6pm Call 435-676-3653 All meetings are closed discussion
TROPIC AA MEETING
Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion.
SERVICES
When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne
& Garfield Cos.
For Victims of Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault
Canyon Creek Services
Emergency Safehouse 435-865-7443 Mobile Team 435-233-5732
New Horizons Crisis Center
145 East 100 North, Richfield Office Hours
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Shelter is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week Phone Number 435-896-9294
Counseling Services
Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office
255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236
24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822
Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176 24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763
Wayne Community Health Center 128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
Wayne Community Health Center
Full-time Custodian Bicknell
Clinic
Job Posting: Full-time Custodian
Location: Bicknell, UT Organization: Wayne Community Health Center
Position Overview:
Hours:
• Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure spaces are prepared for the next day by sanitizing all surfaces.
• Taking out trash.
• Sanitizing furniture and dusting surfaces.
• Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets.
• Wash and sanitize toilets, sinks and shower.
• Restock disposables (e.g., soap, Paper Towels)
• Clean mirrors and windows
• Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows and setting up the alarm
Qualifications:
• Must be able to pass background check
• Self-motivated and task-oriented
• Team player
Compensation: Pay is dependent upon experience
Benefits:
• 401K
• Sick/Vacation and Holiday Leave
• Medical/Dental/Pharmacy discounts
Application Process: Please email your resume to AmberLee Ellett at aellett@waynechc.org. Wayne Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to welcoming dedicated and motivated individuals to our team!
