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| Photo by Jennifer Casillas, Garden City, Utah |
Saturday, March 31, 2018
Rich School Board Meeting
Kathie B. Anderson, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. March 27, 2018. Jaci Keetch, a sixth grade Language Arts teacher at Rich Middle School, gave a short presentation on Infusing Technology into the Curriculum. Four students from her class gave a sample presentation using Office 365, an on-line power point slide show.
This is an innovative, creative, and technical form of teaching which allows a teacher to work with all the students at once. Four students presented a power point demonstration using root words. Two students picked a root word (selected by the teacher), researched it, made a slide show power point using 5 to 7-word examples and definitions, and created a hand gesture to represent the root of a word (which everyone repeated ). The students then presented it to the entire class. The completed examples and information are available on the computer for all students to review before being tested on the material. This program enables students to teach the subject matter to their classmates. This curriculum is fun, collaborative, and requires students to listen. While some classroom management is required, a large amount of student engagement is involved while learning the required core curriculum.
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. March 27, 2018. Jaci Keetch, a sixth grade Language Arts teacher at Rich Middle School, gave a short presentation on Infusing Technology into the Curriculum. Four students from her class gave a sample presentation using Office 365, an on-line power point slide show.
This is an innovative, creative, and technical form of teaching which allows a teacher to work with all the students at once. Four students presented a power point demonstration using root words. Two students picked a root word (selected by the teacher), researched it, made a slide show power point using 5 to 7-word examples and definitions, and created a hand gesture to represent the root of a word (which everyone repeated ). The students then presented it to the entire class. The completed examples and information are available on the computer for all students to review before being tested on the material. This program enables students to teach the subject matter to their classmates. This curriculum is fun, collaborative, and requires students to listen. While some classroom management is required, a large amount of student engagement is involved while learning the required core curriculum.
Philip Wentworth and Jeff Dodge, representatives of the Naylor Wentworth engineering firm, discussed the proposed building addition to Laketown Junior High School. Preliminary plans have been drawn up and construction costs were discussed. After a lengthy discussion, it was decided that members of the School Board will attend the Laketown Council Meeting to further discuss the project. Many factors will need to be finalized before the School Board considers final approval.
Board Member Bryce Huefner made a motion recommending building an elementary school in Garden City, citing demographics and potential growth in Garden City vs. building a new auditorium at the middle school in Laketown. The motion failed, with the only other positive vote coming from Board Member Scott Tolentino.
Several safety measures for the schools were discussed. One proposal is to close off the breezeway between Rich High and the grade school in Randolph. Philip Wentworth and Jeff Dodge, of Naylor Wentworth Engineering, said that it would be a simple attachment extending the existing platform, which will enhance both storage and theater space. Two entrances to the building will be available. The firm will present a plan during the April School Board Meeting. Other items discussed included door jams, electronic locks, a better PA system, professional development for teachers (Run, Fight, Hide), approaching the County for grants for a Student Resource Officer, and having a police presence at the schools.
Costs associated with required summer maintenance projects went over the $180,000 budget, but it was felt that the projects could still be completed because of a positive carryover of funds that could be used this year.
The Board approved a motion by Board Member Scott Tolentino to require the approval of the purchase of a new truck to be contingent on receiving three bids, instead of just one.
Superintendent Dale Lambourne gave Kudos to Jenny Johnson, district administrator, for an “exceptional job” on the audits. He also complimented Peggie Feller, food services, on an “ outstanding job” on food services and safety.
Mindfulness And Documentary Casting
Kathie B. Anderson, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. March 2018. Weston Taylor, Rich Middle School counselor, has received a $93,000 grant to implement a Mindfulness Program for grades K-12 the Rich School Board was told.
The goals of this program are to increase resiliency, mental and emotional well-being, and compassion and empathy in staff and students. The program is also expected to improve student focus and attentiveness and educate parents and community leaders about how mindfulness can help one become more resilient, enjoy a greater level of mental and emotional wellness, have greater empathy for others, and improve focus and attentiveness. The seven steps of this program include creating a Wellness Council, hiring and training a mindfulness liaison, and holding an Opening Institute with teachers and liaison to prepare the curriculum with Dr. Christelle Estrada and Mr. Jason Tackett. All staff members will complete the 6-week Mindful Fundamentals course, and all students, K-12, will participate in a mindfulness training session at least once a week throughout the district. Teachers will participate in monthly follow-up meetings conducted by Mr. Jason Tackett and/or Dr. Estrada. Finally, mindfulness principles will be disseminated to the community large. Mr. Taylor suggested that the liaison should create and maintain communication with the public through a digital presence, using a webpage and social media. Congratulations were extended to Mr. Taylor for receiving this grant!
Leopard Production Company representatives asked if they could use the High School for casting some (rural) Rich High School students for a documentary they are producing. Principal Larsen explained that the documentary has nothing to do with the school. Rather, the High School will be used as a facility for casting try-outs. Leopard Production will send out more information and flyers to interested students and parents.
Garden City Council Meeting
Anita Weston, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
GARDEN CITY, Utah. March 8, 2018. Claudia Conder, Water Consultant and Real Estate Agent, requested a business license. Her business will be located at 10 South Bear Lake Blvd. in the Vista Realty Office. The license was approved with the condition that this business be inspected by the fire marshal.
The Spuhlers asked that Bear Lake Water Adventures business be granted a license to conduct a concessionaire business at the Garden City Park/Beach. Leo Spuhler will be operating this business that is owned by Lance Bourne. This is the third year this business has been handled by Leo. It was noted that there be no storage in city facilities by this operation. The concessionaire license was granted.
Leonard and Sidney O’Reilly requested a short-term rental license for their current home. The Property Manager will be Bear Lake Condo Rentals, LLC. This home is located at 583 Aspin Dr. in Buttercup. The license was approved.
Brook and Mieka Bateson have a home at 477 Raspberry Patch Road. They also requested a short-term rental license. It was approved.
Jerry and Pam Harper requested that the City encumber lots 1 and 2 in Buttercup Mobile Home Estates, lots 41-21-320-0001 and 41-21-320-0002. They want to place a 1300 square foot double wide trailer on the property as a vacation home and build a garage on the other lot. It was noted that these two lots can not be unencumbered in the future. The request was approved.
Derek Eliason requested that lots 24 and 25 be encumbered. These lots are in Raspberry Patch Estates unit 2. The lots numbers are 41-17-050-0024 and 41-17-050-0025. The home to be built there is large enough that both lots are needed. The encumbrance was approved.
The ordinances that were discussed and passed by the Planning and Zoning Commission were sent to the City Council for their approval.
Ordinance #18-03 is an ordinance changing the definition of Open Space. After a brief discussion the Council approved this ordinance.
Ordinance #18-04 is an ordinance changing the percentage of open space required within subdivisions and PUDs (Planned Unit Developments). The Council asked that the wording in this ordinance be reworked so that it is easier to understand. This ordinance will be sent back to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Ordinance #18-05 is an ordinance defining an accessory building. After a discussion, the Council noted that this ordinance had no fee connected to this item. They wanted more information about the size of the buildings that may or may not be allowed, and it appeared that no clarity concerning what does and does not need a building permit. This ordinance will also be returned to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Ordinance #18-02 deals with accessory buildings in commercial zones. It was noted that a conditional use permit is required when an accessory building is placed in a commercial zone. The Council felt this ordinance also needed further discussion and will be returning it to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Ordinance #18-06 covers residential storage structures. The Council made the motion and passed this ordinance.
Resolution #18-02 changes the amount of mileage reimbursement when City employees travel. The amount was changed to 53 cents a mile which is the same amount used by the State of Utah. The amount that has been used for the past several years was 45 cent a mile. This resolution passed.
The City Council Meeting then was suspended to hold a Public Hearing.
In the Public Hearing, an employee from Cody’s Restaurant asked if it would be possible to use their catering license to sell drinks and other food items on their property down by the lake shore during the summer months. After a short discussion, the Council decided they needed to look further into this request before deciding.
Also, the public was invited to discuss and hear about the $350,000 interim loan that the City will need to obtain to complete Third West between Logan Road and Buttercup this coming summer. This loan is needed so that the work can be completed. When the road is done, the state will give the City this amount of money which will pay off this loan.
A comment was made by one of the individuals in the audience who said, “It is a good thing! The road will be great.”
The motion was made to return to the City Council Meeting.
Matt Nielson presented his plans to build a PUD (Planned Unit Development) located between 100 West and 300 West at approximately 75 north. This project will consist of 14 buildings with 54 units. The name of this PUD will be Bear Lake Escape. This item was approved by the City Council with the stipulation that it be rezoned to a PUD at the next P&Z Meeting. The second step to this project was to be divided the construction into phases 1, 2, and 3. The Council also approved this approach to the building of this project.
During the discussion to this planned development, it was determined that a walking path be included which will be constructed with asphalt about 8’ wide to accommodate not only individuals in the PUD, but any other individuals walking or biking through this area. It was also determined that an HOA will be created when the area is developed to take care of maintenance of the path, removal of snow in the winter, and other items that are necessary to keep this area in good shape.
It was noted that Planning and Zoning requested that this project to changed to a PUD instead of a subdivision. They were unable to make the change in their meeting because it was not on the agenda. However, they asked that Nielson come to the next P&Z meeting in April to make this change.
Pat Argyle noted that the long red building just above the cemetery is in bad shape. The roof has collapsed in one area, and the building itself needs an entire redo. The individual who owns this building said that he would fix it up to look nice if he could use it as a storage building. He noted that he would only use it for inside storage and would not allow any items to be stored outside. He owner would, of course, need a business license. A variance or zone change would also have to take place. However, because this building is right on the curve coming down into the City, fixing it up to look nice would be a tremendous improvement and would give a much more positive impression for people coming into the valley. The Council asked Argyle to get the owner to bring some possible plans as to how this building could be improved to the next meeting so that the Council could see how this building would be changed.
Rich County Commission Meeting
Anita Weston, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. March 12, 2018. Sami Stuart requested a business license to run a business called Sami’s Sugar Shack. She will serve shaved ice and sell water bottles. The Shack will be parked near the rodeo arena. There will be some small tables around the trailer and power is available on the South Side of that area. She said that she will be hiring her sister-in-law and one other person to help with this business. She explained that the shack was an old ice fishing shack. She will try this business this coming summer to see how things go. The Commissioner’s granted the license with the stipulation.
that Stuart obtain a health permit and a fire inspection.
Dallen Smith, The Extension Agent, and Sim Bell from the Randolph Town Council appeared before the Commissioners. The Commissioners asked Smith how he is currently taking care of the calendar for scheduling the arenas. He said he had set up a web site for the scheduling. The Commissioners shared with Smith the suggestions and ideas the Arena managers made to the Commissioners They asked Smith to see if he could get some additional ways to make sure people know when the arenas are schedule. Smith said he would investigate the items that had been discussed and try and get things moving more smoothly.
Blain Hamp from the Division of Forestry and Fire noted that the budget for his division has been the same for the last five years. The County has a $3,000 obligation to this Division. This next year, he requested the same amount be available and, it will be used on projects.
There are plans to work on some of the ranches in the area, work on lowering fire danger in Garden City, some controlled burns on sovereign lands, working with trees, parks and so forth. The Rest Area Restoration Program will be taken care of by the Division of Forestry. Funds have been set aside for new bathrooms. Russian Olives and other trees will be removed. Stumps are a hazard and will also be removed. This project will take up to three years to complete. In addition, they will enhance as much beach and lake access as possible.
There is a great deal of interest on roads around the Garden City Area. Funds will be used to remove vegetation along Hodges Canyon and other roads above Garden City. The County has a participation commitment to cooperate and help as much as they can.
The Commissioners made and passed a motion to help with the wild land fire and sovereign land budget.
Bill Cox gave some interesting facts concerning the County. There are 2,685 people who live full time in the County. Rich County has 2,834 housing units. Eight hundred five homes are occupied year around.
Kim Wilson brought in the property exemptions, information on short-term rentals, and businesses. The Commissioners approved the personal property exceptions. The LDS Church property exemptions were also approved.
Lou Jean Argyle, County Treasurer, has some letters from people who don’t want to pay the monthly sanitation fee. They come and go and only want to pay when the black can is dumped. It was noted that they still need to pay each month, regardless.
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. March 12, 2018. Sami Stuart requested a business license to run a business called Sami’s Sugar Shack. She will serve shaved ice and sell water bottles. The Shack will be parked near the rodeo arena. There will be some small tables around the trailer and power is available on the South Side of that area. She said that she will be hiring her sister-in-law and one other person to help with this business. She explained that the shack was an old ice fishing shack. She will try this business this coming summer to see how things go. The Commissioner’s granted the license with the stipulation.
that Stuart obtain a health permit and a fire inspection.
Dallen Smith, The Extension Agent, and Sim Bell from the Randolph Town Council appeared before the Commissioners. The Commissioners asked Smith how he is currently taking care of the calendar for scheduling the arenas. He said he had set up a web site for the scheduling. The Commissioners shared with Smith the suggestions and ideas the Arena managers made to the Commissioners They asked Smith to see if he could get some additional ways to make sure people know when the arenas are schedule. Smith said he would investigate the items that had been discussed and try and get things moving more smoothly.
Blain Hamp from the Division of Forestry and Fire noted that the budget for his division has been the same for the last five years. The County has a $3,000 obligation to this Division. This next year, he requested the same amount be available and, it will be used on projects.
There are plans to work on some of the ranches in the area, work on lowering fire danger in Garden City, some controlled burns on sovereign lands, working with trees, parks and so forth. The Rest Area Restoration Program will be taken care of by the Division of Forestry. Funds have been set aside for new bathrooms. Russian Olives and other trees will be removed. Stumps are a hazard and will also be removed. This project will take up to three years to complete. In addition, they will enhance as much beach and lake access as possible.
There is a great deal of interest on roads around the Garden City Area. Funds will be used to remove vegetation along Hodges Canyon and other roads above Garden City. The County has a participation commitment to cooperate and help as much as they can.
The Commissioners made and passed a motion to help with the wild land fire and sovereign land budget.
Bill Cox gave some interesting facts concerning the County. There are 2,685 people who live full time in the County. Rich County has 2,834 housing units. Eight hundred five homes are occupied year around.
Kim Wilson brought in the property exemptions, information on short-term rentals, and businesses. The Commissioners approved the personal property exceptions. The LDS Church property exemptions were also approved.
Lou Jean Argyle, County Treasurer, has some letters from people who don’t want to pay the monthly sanitation fee. They come and go and only want to pay when the black can is dumped. It was noted that they still need to pay each month, regardless.
George Eugene Merrick Jr. 1933 - 2018
George Eugene Merrick Jr., affectionately known as “Moose” peacefully passed away on
Raised in Rose Park, Utah, Gene was a proud graduate of West High School where he participated in football and made life-long friends. Soon after, Gene enlisted in the US Army and served in the Korean War Conflict. He was married to Leona Nelson, whom he later divorced after adopting two daughters, Michelle Burnham (Bryan) and Wendy Hansen (Doug). He later married Rita Hibbard, whom he later divorced. Moose enjoyed fishing with his brother and sister on Strawberry Reservoir, hunting, and spending time at the track watching the horse races. Gene retired from Hercules, Inc. after 35 years of service. He never met a stranger and was known for his powerful handshake. A story and joke teller extraordinaire! One of the greatest joys in his life was time spent at his cabin in Bear Lake, UT, where he entertained friends, enjoyed bird watching, played golf, and grew tomatoes. Gene was always a proud participant in service. He received the 50 Years of Service Award from the Rose Park Lions Club where he held many positions, including President and District Zone Chairman.
Last but not least, George was a University of Utah Man through and through. He helped establish the University of Utah Crimson Club and never missed a football game until ill health prevented him from doing so. GO UTES!
Survived by his daughter, Michelle (Bryan), Doug, and grandchildren: Jessica Clark (Sanford), Jillian Burnham, Nathan Hansen, and Seth Hansen, his brother William (Lucille), Roy and many nieces and nephews. He also had a very special relationship with his niece Jan Taylor.
Preceded in death by his daughter Wendy and sister Beverly.
A proud Ute until the end, Moose requested his body be donated to the University of Utah School of Medicine. His celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
“Don’t look back, the bastards might be gaining on you”
Friday, March 30, 2018
Rich County Sheriff's Report, February 2018
By Anita Weston, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT BY NATURE OF INCIDENT
|
|
Nature of
Incident
|
Total
Incidents
|
Agency
Assistance
|
1
|
Alarm
|
4
|
Animal
Problem
|
1
|
Attempt
to Locate
|
1
|
Burglary
|
1
|
Child
Abuse or Neglect
|
2
|
Citizen
Assist
|
14
|
Citizen
Dispute
|
3
|
Civil
Process
|
9
|
Criminal
History
|
10
|
Fire
|
1
|
Fraud
|
4
|
Hazardous
Materials Spill
|
1
|
Litter,
Pollution, Public Health
|
1
|
Lost
Property
|
1
|
Medical
Emergency
|
8
|
Traffic
Accident with Damage
|
5
|
Search
and Rescue
|
1
|
Suspicious
Person, Circumstance
|
11
|
Theft
|
1
|
Threating
|
1
|
Traffic
Hazard
|
4
|
Traffic
Violation
|
1
|
Transportation
of Person/Property
|
1
|
Vandalism
|
2
|
VIN
Serial Number Inspection
|
5
|
Total
|
94
|
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT BY LOCATION
|
|
Location
|
Total
Incidents
|
Garden
City
|
38
|
Laketown
|
7
|
Randolph
|
34
|
Woodruff
|
15
|
Total
|
94
|
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT FOR GARDEN CITY
|
|
Incident
|
Total
Incidents
|
Agency
Assistance
|
1
|
Alarm
|
4
|
Attempt
to Locate
|
1
|
Citizen
Assist
|
6
|
Citizen
Dispute
|
2
|
Civil
Process
|
1
|
Fire
|
1
|
Lost
Property
|
1
|
Medical
Emergency
|
4
|
Traffic
Accident with Damage
|
2
|
Suspicious
Person, Circumstance
|
5
|
Threatening
|
1
|
Traffic
Hazard
|
2
|
Traffic
Violation
|
1
|
Transportation
of Person/Property
|
1
|
Vandalism
|
1
|
VIN
Serial Number Inspection
|
4
|
Total
|
38
|
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT FOR LAKETOWN
|
|
Incident
|
Total
Incidents
|
Medical
Emergency
|
1
|
Traffic
Accident with Damage
|
3
|
Suspicious
Person, Circumstance
|
3
|
Total
|
7
|
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT FOR RANDOLPH
|
|||
Incident
|
Total
Incidents
|
||
Animal
Problem
|
1
|
||
Burglary
|
1
|
||
Child
Abuse or Neglect
|
2
|
||
Citizen
Assist
|
5
|
||
Citizen
Dispute
|
1
|
||
Civil
Process
|
6
|
||
Criminal
History
|
10
|
||
Fraud
|
1
|
||
Litter,
Pollution, Public Health
|
1
|
||
Medical
Emergency
|
2
|
||
Suspicious
Person, Circumstance
|
3
|
||
Theft
|
1
|
||
Total
|
34
|
||
TOTAL INCIDENT
REPORT IN WOODRUFF
|
|||
Incident
|
Total
Incidents
|
||
Citizen
Assist
|
3
|
||
Civil
Process
|
2
|
||
Fraud
|
3
|
||
Hazardous
Materials, Spill
|
1
|
||
Medical
Emergency
|
1
|
||
Search
and Rescue
|
1
|
||
Traffic
Hazard
|
2
|
||
Vandalism
|
1
|
||
VIN
Serial Number Inspection
|
1
|
||
Total
|
15
|
||
TOTAL TRAFFIC
CITATION REPORT
|
||
Area
|
Citations
|
Violations
|
Garden
City
|
5
|
7
|
Randolph
|
4
|
5
|
Total
|
9
|
12
|
TOTAL TRAFFIC
CITATION REPORT BY VIOLATION
|
|
Description
|
Total
|
Operating
Vehicle without Insurance
|
1
|
No
Proof of Insurance
|
1
|
Expired
Registration
|
1
|
Fail
Stop—Stop Sign
|
2
|
Speeding
|
7
|
Total
|
12
|
TOTAL TRAFFIC
WARNING REPORT
|
||
Area
|
Warnings
|
Violations
|
Garden
City
|
1
|
2
|
Randolph
|
3
|
3
|
Total
|
4
|
5
|
TOTAL TRAFFIC
WARNING REORT BY VIOLATION
|
|
Description
|
Total
|
Speeding
|
4
|
No
Insurance
|
1
|
Total
|
5
|
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