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Newspaper
Payson Roundup
Location
Payson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1974
Page
1
The town ordinances took effect Saturday but will largely apply starting Monday. A 5 percent town sales tax begins July 1, joining a state 1 percent increase and a 1 percent town levy, making the combined tax on most retail sales higher.
The Payson Roundup publishes a bright salmon cards showing a 5 percent sales tax chart for local business use after July 1. The chart details a $10 per column breakdown with front and back sections, excludes certain rentals, and notes a 1 percent town tax funding state distribution. Building permits shift to the town clerk, and police protection funding moves toward county contracts.
Elks sponsor Independence Day activities at Rodeo Arena with races watermelon bust greased pole and other contests. If rain arrives before evening fireworks will be set at dusk. Street dance on Main near post office features Paul and Honey Butler then Dr. Dave Gilbert band plus others. Proceeds support Payson Humane Society revival efforts.
In the past week the Tonto National Forest Payson district reported one fire, continuing a season average of about one fire per week. Fire-control officer Dave Bacon said a blaze near Sleepy Hollow Estates west of Christopher Creek burned about a quarter acre, with helicopter and ground crews responding.
Postmaster Floyd Clausen said three Payson North zones may gain Star route mail if enough residents sign up and suitable bids arrive. If launched, roadside boxes must be installed at four lots per box, with business groups arranging box clusters. The Payson North Merchants Association elected Lloyd Young president with Joe Lawry and Jane Harrison as officers. A physician office and a key shop are planned for Payson North.
After months without rain, Monday brought scattered showers to Kohl's Ranch Christopher Creek and Payson. Crews including a water tanker arrived 12 minutes after a fire report as extreme dryness kept fires treated as large. Violations of forest closures were noted while roads and creek foot paths remained the only allowed travel routes. Weather measured traces contradicted by observers, with highs near 103 and lows around 49, and temperatures shifting through the week.
The Coconino County agent will speak on ground coverings at a Tonto Rim Garden Club meeting at 1 30 p m Tuesday in the Woman's Club building. Visitors will be welcome.
United Utilities asks Pine and Payson customers to curb water use amid declining supplies. Manager Don Syfert cites extended drought and summer watering as drains. He notes recent rain helped but warns restrictions may come if drought persists. Strawberry Water Co. faced cuts earlier. noncompliance could risk service, though disconnections are not expected.
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