https://thorntonco.cvlcollections.org/files/original/02db9b7238bdf99495be565a7ee5da5b.pdf 0b46823b009086ea508a2503e5946bc2 PDF Text Text _; it~ ~f!t -.' Vol. 5 No. 10 'THE VOICE OF THORNTON EMPLOYEES' ~1atttr November 30, 1976 THE IDEAL GIFT ~ ~ The festive season will soon be ~ith us and with it come many problems and also many tragedies. It is a time of year when we are apt to have wet pavement, heavy traffic, crowded conditions, poor evening light and many more drinkers than usual on the road. These conditions are just some of the additional hazards we are apt to get involved with, both on and off the job at this time of the year. Every year we search for the "Ideal Gift" for the kids, wife and other loved ones, just as millions of others do. Usually, by the time the big day comes and the family gets together, we have come up with something we feel is nice and the recipient will like. Ev~n if it is not just what they wanted, the day will be a success in the respect of having fun. That is, if they are all together for the celebration. What if you don1t make it home during the holiday season? Let's say you end up just another statistic of the accident toll the paper keeps a record of, as happens to too many persons every year and will again this year. Just take a minute and reflect upon this. Picture your family get-together under this condition -- without you. Maybe the equipment was in need of repair and thus the accident. Or the road was slicker than you thought. The other fellow could have been wrong, but this won't help your family. The gifts you bought won't help much. The best present you can give them is you. You are the "Ideal Gift." They may not think much about it while you are around, but they need you. They not only need your presence, but they need the security that you represent. If you should suddenly leave this world, they will realize it all right. The children will have many small accidents while growing up, but the biggest accident they could have would be losing you. No one can take caxe .of you as we.11 as you can. Keep your eyes open and your mind alert to the hazards you meet every day in addition to the extra hazards the holidays bring, and give your family the "Ideal Gift." It might be a good idea to spend a buck and get them a real nice secondary gift, too. *********************************************************************** ::::_. �HAPPY BIRTHDAY Don't forget to wish the following nice people "Happy Birthday!" Beth Cost - - - - Tim Stanford - Ed Clark - - - Bill Adams - - Libby Leopard - Charlene Andrew Vincent DeForest Marvin Greiner Joe Bowland - - George Stanley Aleta Leidigen Corrine Wilmot Sue Dean - - - Jim Matousek - Bill Beary - - Raymond Bury - Lynn Rotz - - - - - - - - Recreation Parks - - - Planning - Bldg. Mtce. Finance - - Recreation Police - - Water Supply Police - - Streets - - Recreation Court - - - Planning - Bldg. Mtce. Police - - Fire - - - Fire - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. 1 1 2 3 5 12 12 15 15 16 17 18 22 27 29 30 31 *********************************************************************** ADIOS, AMIGOS! The excitement was mounting again for me as we made out the lists of things that should be packed, and changed our minds a dozen times bet~een list and luggage. On the 20th of November, we left for Mexico City. Since Gary (that's my other half) didn't go to Germany with me, and all the little trips he had planned for fishing and a little gambling while I was gone fell through, he felt he really needed this vacation. While he let me go with my mother, he would not dream of making me stay home while he went on a vacation by himself (and I wouldn't dream of letting him. I've always been fair-minded and just in my thinking in situations such as this.) We've managed to get to Tiajuana two or three times and breezed in and cut of Juarez one day, but I think all who have ever been to these two ports of call will admit that they just couldn't be good examples of what Mexico is really like. In other words, I really didn't know what to expect, including the nature of the weather this time -of the year. So, you can see my dilemma where the packing was concerned. I decided to do what I always do, that is take everything I own -- then hate myself for it later. Gary planned on making it to the airport at least two hours prior to departure so that he would be well acclimated ("oiled") before we boarded the plane. We are traveling via Mexicana Airlines. Gary is not all that fond of flying to begin with, but he is particularly leary of foreign pilots. He swore that if that pilot climbed on board wearing a leather helmet, goggles and a white scarf, we were climbing off. But, in case the pilot slipped by us unnoticed and something drastic happened, we charged the tickets on American Express so that our beneficiaries can live, for awhile at least, in a style to which they would love to ~ecome accustomed. Sandra Kailey *********************************************************************** �i: i ;!t r. KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN CHANGES • l ! Effective January 1, 1977, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan has made the following benefit changes: 1. Out-of-area benefit limitation on dollar amount will be eliminated. ·Remember, if you have an emergency outside the benefit area, you must contact a Kaiser Foundation physician within 48 hours. 2. Hemodialysis and kidney transplant will no longer have a dollar amount limitation, but will be treated as any other medical condition. 3. Also included in the new agreement will be a clause under which the Health Plan will pay all reasonable charges for emergency services received by members from non-Health Plan providers in the service area in those instances where such services were required to avoid death, serious disability or significant jeopardy to the member's condition. 4. Part time, intermittent nursing or home health aid services will be provided at no charge when prescribed by a Kaiser doctor. -~ 5. In addition to the previously described added benefits, a ~hange has been made in the maternity benefits. In addition to the $2.00 office call for obstetric care, there will be a charge of $125.00 for full term pregnancies and an $83.00 charge for interrupted pregnancies. This new charge does not apply if you are enrolled with Kaiser and have a pregnancy confirmed before January 1, 1977. If you have any questions, please contact the Personnel Office. ',. *********************************************************************** L !fa i i t ~ l i t t} ~ [ l f i £ f • ft THE GUNNERS ARE COMING! Swine flu immunizations are scheduled at Thornton High School ~on these dates: Saturday, December 11, 10:00 A.M.- 8:00 P.M.; Sunday, December 12, 10:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M.; and Monday, December 13, 4: 0 0 P. M. 8:00 P.M. This may be one of the last scheduled clinics, so don't miss it! ! l'WWTC:l r. U~ ONATIONAL SA,t.TT *********************************************************************** NEW EMPLOYEES Let's take time out to say "Hello" to our new fellow workers Doug Danielson Curt Addison John McBeth J-ohn Hen r y Steve McClay Jack Wilcoxon Sue Dean Steve Barges Don Billstone Tiff Harney t COUNCIL Ordinance Enforcement Officer Finance Director Parks Maintenance Specialist I ·· Parks Maintenance Specialist Police Officer Treatment Plant Operator Planning Secretary Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer . *********************************************************************** ft [ f t~ r I f } t �BITS FROM SANITATION Congratulations are in order for three newly promoted personnel within the Sanitation Division: Larry Simpson from Street Division Supervisor to Superintendent of Sanitation; Steve Young and Howard · McGee fromMaintenance Specialist I to Crew Leaders in the collection ,of trash and street sweeping, respectively. --< The Nimrods (hunters) of Sanita.· ··tion faired well during the hunting season just passed; 100% in fact. ~oth Chuck Alver and Steve Young, the only two in the division that went, came back with their endeavor; Chuck with a 300 pound, 2 point buck that he downed in the State Bridge area near Yampa; Steve's 7 point buck was bagged near Rifle. The exact location seems to be a secret. Do you blame him? With that prize rack, why not? This past Halloween was not enR. D. Abeyta joyed by the wee spooks and goblins alone, but by the city's "green army" and friends in disguise. Steve Young's Fourth Annual Halloween Party, held October 23, was quite a success. With about 40 enthusiasts from the grotesque to the pleasantry of Santa Claus, all had a good time. Steve had trophies for best costume with imagination and originality, and of course, our own Howard McGee walked away with first prize with his rendition of Spider Man. Remember him? By the way, it seems our#l Man, Larry (Mad Dog) Simpson had a (dog-gone) good time, as did Bonnie Henzie from the Recreation Division. See you next year, Steve, with what we hope will be a bigger and greater participation. In the past, the Sanitation Division has been passe about being heard from, but in the future you shall hear from us ... *********************************************************************** FOR SALE Mobile.Maid coppertone portable dishwasher; good condition; $50; call Cel Eggers, ext. 2i9, or 452-0399 after 5 P.M. ********************************** EMPLOYEE CHRISTMAS PARTY ..... ""l"RD • a.&..L e ae A T I O N A L aA F & 'r T CO U N C IL Don't miss the Employee Christmas Party on December 11 from 8:00 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. at the Merchandise Mart, 58th & Washington. There will be a live band, late buffet, cash bar, and fun for all. Tickets are now available at the Recreation Center; $5/couple or $3/person. Let's all turn out and share in the Christmas spirit! *********************************************************************** �. . ---- ~ 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE XMAS 'Twas the night before Xmas and all through the house, There were bottles 'n butts le£t around by some louse. So up on the roof went the reindeer and sleigh But a tree branch hit Santa before he could sway. And the best fifth I'd hidden by the chimney with care Had been snatched by some bum, who'd found it right there. And then to my ears like the roll of a barrel, A hell of a noise that was no Christmas carol. My pals, guys 'n gals, 'had been poured in their beds, To wake in the morning with hung over heads. So I pulled in my head and cocked a sharp ear, Down the chimney he plunged Landing smack on his rear. My mouth, dropped Because I for one He was dressed all in red and white fur for a trim, The way Santa swayed he was tanked to the brim. full of cotton down with a snap was dying wee nitecap. When thru the south window there came such a yell, I sprang to my feet to see what the hell ... The sack on his back held nothing but booze, And the breath that he blew almost put me to snooze. And what to my bloodshot eyes should I see, But eight drunken reindeer · caught in a tree. He was both plump and chubby and tried to stand right, But he didn't fool me He was high as a kite! Way 'mongst the branches was a man with a sleigh I saw it was Santa, quite oiled and gay. He spoke not a word But went straight to work , And missed half the stockings, The plastered old jerk. Staggering nearer those eight reindeer came, While he hiccuped and belched and called them by name: Then putting his thumb to the end of his nose, He fluttered his fingers as he ~uoted prose. "On Whiskey! On Vodka! We ain't got all night! You too, Gin and Brandy Now all do it right! A spring for his sleigh at so hasty a pace tripped him up on a shingle and he fell on his face. Clamber up on the roof Get the hell off this wall, Get going you rummies We've still got a long Haul!" But I heard him burp back as he passed out of sight, "MERRY CHRISTrvL<\S, you lushes, Now .r e a 11 y get t i g ht ! " Submitted by Wanda Hartleben -·· -~ ~-··· -~ -~·•·.·. *********************************************************************** �FOR RENT THANK YOU Two-bedroom condominium for rent with option to buy. All amenities; custom drapes, central air conditioning, city and mountain view. Call Libby, extension 253. We wish to express our appreciation for the flowers, the blood donors and for all the kind wishes from everyone since our son's accident. Thank you. Don & Doris Rohret *****~***************************************************************** BITS & PIECES FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT Congratulations to Joel Sidell who recently was awarded a Coast Guard White Water Boatman's License. The test was administered in Durango during a recent river guide's convention held there. He is now authorized to lead trips on all major white water rivers in the western United States. In order to qualify for this, a written examination given by the United States Coast Guard must be successfully completed. There have only been 1149 people awarded this license in the last 15 years. Congratulations are in order for Tony Slifka who was promoted to the position of Youth Officer. He will be assigned to the Detective Division. Ken Neely is also temporarily assigned to the Detective Division. A committee has been established for the construction of the new Public Safety Building. We hope it will be completed and ready for occupancy at the beginning of the new year. Congratulations to Jim Smith for jumping out of the airplane and not breaking any of his tender but very limber bones. Have any of you noticed the change that has come over Bob Ruskaup? Instead of putting one on, he took his off! (His mustache, of course.) That's right, Bob, you always hated to be just one of the guys. Glad to see Louise Vicory back at work and feeling her chipper self. Louise recently underwent a successful eye operation. Now, if we can just manage to keep Catherine's spirits up, she will hopefully be feeling much better soon. Is Jay Steele's knee really bothering him, or is he just afraid to play basketball with the jocks on Wednesday afternoons? That Koga can really get to you, huh Jay! Well, let it go to your head, but not your knee, for heaven's sake! Is it true that Randy Nelson and Jay Steele were seen partaking of the nearest salad bar and jogging to the newly opened Yogurt Health Farm? There once was a Thornton Policeman who died and somehow found himself at the Pearly Gates of Heaven. He was met there by St. Peter who welcomed him graciously. "Policeman," greeted St. Peter, "Congratulations. You're in Heaven. But you seem unhappy. Why?" "Well," replied the policeman, "I'm glad I'm here, but now that I'm in Heaven with all the good people, I guess there will no longer be a need for my services, and I'll just be dead weight." "If that is what is troubling you," said St. Peter, "come with me." And with this, St. Peter showed the policeman through the Pearly Gates and into the most beautiful police station the patrolman had ever seen. The patrolman was awed when he saw his very own blue silk uniform and gold plated 44 Magnum, and an XKE for a police cruiser. As the policeman admired this good fortune, he heard a powerful motor and a screechino of tires entering the police parking lot. He then observed the most fa;tastic police car he had ever seen; a blue and white Ferrari with a solid gold siren, solid silver sidepipes, white fur bucket seats and diamond studded revolving lights. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE *********************************************************************** �BITS & PIECES FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT (Continued) Said the policeman, "St. Peter, I think I recognize the driver of that magnificent police car. Was that not Lt. Ron Strachan?" "Oh no," chuckled St. Peter. "That's God, He only thinks he's Lt. Strachan!" HAVE YOU EVER NOTICED ... That the people who say they are working extremely hard, generally aren't. There are those who have the knack for pulling the wool over everybody else's eyes. But, remember, you can't judge a book by its cover. The guy who never talks about his dating life usually is the guy with the most dates. The bigger they are the louder they talk. The initials W. C. stand for both Watch Commander and Water Closet (commode). Those who fight long and hard for equality and justice for all are sometimes cast aside for those who follow the pack and create no waves. Those who used to believe there was no favoritism displayed within an organization have to learn the hard way. Those who really do deserve recognition, praise and heartfelt friendship are usually those passed over. Submitted by anonymous contributors *********************************************************************** PICK A HOLIDAY This holiday season is fast approaching. This year both Christmas and New Year's fall on Saturday. Both holidays will be observed on the preceeding Friday. _ The City Council has also given the City Manager the authority to grant a discretionary holiday at some time during the year. The City Manager in the past has granted the holiday in two half-day segments on Christmas and New Year Is eves. However, this year the holidays actually fall on Christmas and New Year's eve. Since it is not possible to close the city for a Thursday afternoon and Friday of two consecutive weeks, it has been decided to let each employee select a full day off on one of four alternate days. However, the time off must be staggered so that no working unit of the city will close down. The four alternate days are: Thursday December 23 Monday December 27 'Thursday Dec enrb e r 30 Monday Janua~y 3 The immediate supervis ,rof each working unit will approv~ all selected days off. All days off must be scheduled before December 21. BITS & PIECES Cel and Jerry Eggers are spending the Thanksgiving holiday in Salt Lake City. They plan to visit relatives and do alot of sightseeing. Jim Ke~ler spent the Thanksgiving holiday in Florida. Linda Smith prepared her first Thanksgiving dinner. Luckily there were only four people (her folks and Dan's folks) who were willing to become "guinea pigs for a day. 11 (Not to mention poor Dan.) Everything went off very well to the great surprise of the cook! ********************************** LAST CALL FOR CANDY! Orders for Russell Stover candy have been very slow this year, and there isn't much time left. Our order must total 50 pounds in order to get our 20% discount. Orders must be submitted and paid for no later than December 3. Don't miss this opportunity to buy delicious Russell Stover chocolates at a substantial savings. Contact Elaine Stockton at extension 254 for information and prices. *********************************************************************** � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource City Chatter, the Voice of Thornton Employees Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain: <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/">http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/</a> Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 1972-1982 Subject The topic of the resource Municipal officials and employees--Colorado--Thornton Newsletters Description An account of the resource Drafts and published volumes of City Chatter, a newsletter by and for city employees. 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