Entries Published On October, 2015
Correction: Total School Bond Interest Will Be $25 Million
I had previously written that the total school bond interest would be $44 million. A reader corrected me and indicated that bond interest would likely be in the $25 million range… I will post his information below: You need to go look up how amortization on a loan/bond works, because this isn’t it. So yes, you are …
We’re Not Just Spending $66 Million On the School Bond
Note: This post was updated to reflect a comment provided by a reader indicated I did not calculate interest correctly. I like to check out citizen comments on the Park Record. There is always something to learn. Today I was looking at the heated conversations on the “No School Bond” group article from Saturday. Commenters …
It’s Electric
I was reading an article on California legalizing electric skateboards. There are so many exciting changes happening in the way of assisted transit. E-bikes are becoming more popular (and affordable) every day and a change like this to a law in California, can only help advance the world of skateboard as a transit mechanism. While …
The Purely Selfish Reason Why I May Ultimately Vote for the School Bond
Many of you probably think I am anti-school bond because I rail against it so often. Yet, my family is in the perfect position to benefit from this bond. I have two children, the first of which will enter kindergarten in a couple of years. Both my wife and I work, so I need full day …
Are Base Assumptions Behind Park City School’s Grade Realignment Flawed?
At the heart of the Park City School District plan for rebuilding schools is the concept of grade realignment. Grade realignment means that Pre-K to 4th grade will be in elementary schools. There will be a new 5th/6th school, a 6th/7th school, and the high school. We’ll be moving schools around, adding on to them, and …
This Is A Carmageddon
You may remember the famous Park City Carmageddon last winter. While, I’m sure it was awful for those stuck in it… Here is a REAL carmageddon. At 50 seconds in, you’ll see that this Chinese road has the same problem as Highway 248. Maybe we have this to look forward to in the future.
If You Have a Dog That Is Even Slightly Aggressive, Please Keep Them on Leash
A few nights ago my 16 year old dog was attacked on a dog walk by an off leash dog. The dog rushed at my leashed companion, and when we tried to walk away, it jumped her.The dog bared its teeth, grabbed her by the shoulder, and yanked her down. Luckily the flashlight I carry doubles …
Project For Deeper Understanding “Debate” on the Park City School Bond is Already Flawed
I usually love the Project for Deeper understanding events. Their Ski Link event a couple of years ago was outstanding. However, I have grave concerns over the setup for their discussion of the Park City School Bond. They are inviting 6 guests to speak and “debate” the issue: two citizens “for” the bond, two Park …
Wasatch Front Mayor Launches Campaign Against Sales Tax Increase for Transportation
Down in the valley this November, many residents will be voting on Proposition 1, a sales tax increase to benefit transportation. However, South Jordan Mayor, Dave Alvord has launched a campaign against the tax increase. His main arguments are: Half the revenue associated with the tax will go to UTA (Utah Transit Authority… the bus and …
‘Blood and Oil’ on Life Support After Week 2
I was driving back from Heber yesterday and came upon the back side of Park City Film Studios. Never before have I seen such a fine collection of trailers in one spot — and I assume they are mostly there due to ABC’s ‘Blood and Oil’ production taking place at the film studios. If you want …
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