Marriott-Slaterville History October 2001 Committee made several recommendations for the park, considering the survey recently completed in the community and their own studies, walk-throughs, and visits to other community parks and trail systems. The following items were approved for the proposed park and trail. The area should include a parking area and restrooms (to be locked at night), a picnic area, barbecue, a small, simple amphitheater, a grassy area, a walking trail, a bike trail (with some restrictions), enhancement of existing river bank, natural substance for pathways, a river bridge, wetlands (enhanced and/or connected), a historical/cultural site (information plaque), bird houses, drinking fountains, bridges over waterways, benches along the trail and wheelchair accessibility. The committee voted to remove from consideration an equestrian area/trail, use of asphalt on pathways, boardwalks unless used on bridges or needed in flood area, and a launch for canoes/kayaks. Some concern was expressed about building a fire-pit. After discussion, a covered fire-pit in the amphitheater, away from the picnic area, was approved by the committee. Use of a road base with a liner on the trail was suggested as it looks natural and is considered ADA accessible. Shrubs could be used as a barrier between houses and the park and to hide existing fences. All flora planted in the park should be those requiring low maintenance and low water use. It was suggested that bird feeders not be used. Only three residents filed for candidacy for the election to be held on November 6, 2001, all incumbents. They are Keith Butler for Mayor, Kim Slater for Council District West, and Delbert Hodson for Council District East. No primary election is required. The City has received several queries from residents about the Qwest "City Tax," on their telephone bills. The city has not levied any tax on phone service. Chris Blake at Qwest, and the Tax Commission, both reassured the city that this item is the standard sales and use tax charge applied on all utilities in every city or every county of the state. Bits and Pieces Dixie Little has received a Division Champion Award in connection with her employment as Training Coordinator for Taxpayer Relations Branch at IRS. Cornelius "Cake" DeVries died October 26, 2001, at the age of 84. Billy Green took first place in his weight lifting class at the national level.