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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1976
Page
1
Franklin County commissioners approve a roughly four percent raise for most workers next year as newly elected Hull and McKay push to limit the classification and merit plan. The split vote and backroom decisions trigger concerns over taxes, staffing, and budget deadlines.
In Monday's special meeting two newly elected commissioners Hull and McKay faced a tough choice on county salaries. They approved a 32 percent raise for most workers, rejecting a 16 percent plan, to avoid tax hikes while acknowledging potential taxpayer backlash and a dangerous budget precedent. Commissioner Abrams argued broader cuts or taxes might be needed if raises were blocked, noting farmers’ struggles and some residents' larger purchases. The piece frames the decision as a test of restraint amid a fragile economy with a call for eventual relief.
Shoppers will attend 2 percent drawings staggered at 13 minute intervals from 10 am to after 12 pm as 12 000 name coupons were distributed to participating merchants. Several stores plan in-store drawings in the Christmas spirit during the same period with times listed for Foss Furniture First Bank and Trust Johnson Drug Foss Clothing First Security Bank Hansen Glass and Paint.
Cache Valley Cutter Assoc will pause for Christmas and resume January 1 with a 30 race program featuring Skyline Asoc of Smithfield challenging Cache Valley. Notable times include Jerry Schwaneveldt’s California team 23.54 and Rigby’s Brian Hyde at 24.19 as crowds await prizes such as turkeys and dinners.
The Chamber appointed Ellen Wilcox Bud Call and Veda Diderickson to the board replacing Beverly Peterson who steps down. Kent Hobbs and Poh Fellows retire as directors via secret ballot. Peterson remains as ex officio member. City county state and federal offices will be closed Friday in Preston with no garbage pickup. Downtown banks close at noon and Christmas Eve commerce may stay open late.
Eastside School board met with Friends of The Academy to discuss a proposed 99-year lease as a sign of permanency for the project. They fear a five-year term would hinder control and risk the building, while Friends push ahead amid controversy and a planned legal entity formation. Meanwhile Preston high school defeated Logan 42-12 with JV 32-29 as Cordel Andersen and others led the wins. The academy’s next meeting is noted, and holiday schedules are announced.
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