Celebrating 125 years as Davis County’s news source Fundraising continuing for The cemetery statue Davis Clipper ON A6 75 cents VOL. 125 NO. 45 THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2017 Hotly contested: 16 candidates running in Bountiful This week in By TOM HARALDSEN For city council, there are 10 candidates Thrive [email protected] vying for two four-year terms. In addition to incumbent Kendalyn Harris, others running New fitness program are Seth E. Allen, Alex Densley, Clint Ochoa designed for older Halladay, Bret Barry Hutchings, Kenny BOUNTIFUL—What a difference two years can make. Knighton, Mason Don Milligan, Dave L. adults coming to During the 2015 municipal elections in Bountiful, three incumbent Nelson, Chris R. Simonsen and Seth Robert Davis County. Wright. city councilmembers ended up being unopposed, and they earned Several of the candidates were vocal reelection to four-year seats. But that was before a couple of hot button opponents to the city’s plan to build a new THRIVE, B1 city hall complex at the site of Stoker School issues made their way to the forefront of city governmental decisions. in downtown Bountiful. Mayoral candidate And interest has certainly grown for three other seats on the govern- Collinwood and council candidates Knighton and Hutchings were among those who ing body. actively fought against the plan, which Proof came last week when 16 candidates In the mayor’s race, incumbent Randy Lewis councilmembers later voted against. The filed for election—10 for two council seats and will face off against five opponents who also current plan calls for remodeling of city hall on six for the mayor’s position. That means this filed to run: Jim C. Clark, Dean Collinwood, its current site. The city still plans to demolish summer and fall should be a very interesting Bob Lindsay, John Pitt and Nicholas Dean one for voters and residents of Bountiful. Price. n See “OFFICES” p. A6 Candidates file for municipal elections By TOM HARALDSEN [email protected] The June 7 dead- line for candidates hoping to run in municipal elections this fall brought a lot of new names and faces, as well as incumbents, hoping to take their turns on city Parade of councils and in Homes mayoral roles. Here’s a look at the candidates for different See some of the cities in Davis County, as most beautiful homes well as those city races along the Wasatch that will require a primary. The primary election will Front. be held on Aug. 15, with the general election set for PARADE OF HOMES, C1 Nov. 7. Mail-in balloting will begin prior to those dates. BOUNTIFUL: Mayor (four-year term): Jim E. Clark, Dean Collinwood, Randy C. ‘Sounds of Freedom’ a celebration of military service Lewis, Bob Lindsay, John Respect for the flag and the people who fight for it filled Layton Commons Park on Saturday at “Sounds of Freedom.” Audience members Pitt, Nicholas Dean Price saluted the flag (top left) and thanked veterans (top right) during the noon program, which began with a flag ceremony (above). A car (PRIMARY NEEDED) show, live music and more filled the day. For details, see story on page A4. Photos by Louise R. Shaw | Davis Clipper Council (two seats--four- year terms): Seth E. Allen, Alex Densley, Clint Ochoa Halladay, Kendalyn Board approves new high school name n See “CANDIDATES” p. A6 BY BECKY GINOS support for Farmington High School.” [email protected] “We value the public’s input,” said board member Brigit Gerrard. INDEX The mascot and colors for the new school currently Gearing up FARMINGTON—High school #10 has under construction and slated to open in 2018, are also Editorial - A5 up for discussion Swanson said. for car show a name. After winnowing down the list But board vice president Mona Andrus proposed that Obituaries - A7 of possibilities from 10 to three and get- that decision go back to the students. “Those attending JENNIFFER WARDELL, D1 Sports - A9 ting public input, Rich Swanson, who will the school should be able to decide,” she said. Thrive - B1 Board member Gordon Eckersley agreed. “The serve as the principal there, came before challenge for a new school is to build school spirit,” he Voted best Showcase - D1 the school board for approval of the top said. “I think it helps to have skin in the game to choose weekly Horizons - D3 the mascot and colors.” newspaper in pick – Farmington High School. Swanson said so far the students polled have voted Utah by Society Calendar - D4 “As principal of High School #10 I come eager and differently than their parents so the plan is to bring it of Professional back to those students who will be attending there. They excited to leave with a name,” Swanson said. “The top Journalists Church - D5 three picks were Farmington High School, Bayside and Farmington Peak. There was resounding community n See “NAME” p. A6 The Discover Davis Clipper Again If you haven’t seen the Clipper lately you may surprised. Besides the local features you’ve come to expect, the Clipper has articles on national 67¢ issues in Outlook and relevant, informative health news in Thrive. Only per “cents that make sense” week mailed Call 801-295-2251 ext 100 to discover your Davis Clipper A2 NEWS/CRIME BRIEFS CLIPPER • THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2017 CRIME BRIEFS Kaysville police hit local lemonade stands Compiled by Becky Ginos KAYSVILLE—Calling all lemonade stand entrepre- attempted to purchase neurs. The Kaysville Police Mueller Park burglary Department is once again suspects in custody Visa gift cards. The pair visiting local stands this left the store in a rental summer to enjoy some car. cool refreshment while FARMINGTON— When officers found getting to know the neigh- Detectives with the car matching the borhood children. the Davis County description, one of the If you would like a KPD Sheriff’s Office women tried to run but officer and /or detective to have identified stop by your stand please police were able to appre- call 801-546-1131. three suspects in hended her. 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