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Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Surf Apartments Resident Dead

Late Monday afternoon, an officer involved shooting occurred at the Surf Apartments, in Crescent City.

Details remain sketchy due to the sensitive nature of the investigation, according to Police Chief Richard Griffin.

The decedent has been identified as John Spencer, 67 of Gasquet and Crescent City. Here’s what The Triplicate has learned:

Del Norte Sheriff/Coroner Garrett Scott reports on February 17, 2025 at 1630 hours (4:30PM), the DNSD assisted the Crescent City Police Dept. (CCPD) at the Surf Apartments regarding a man with a gun.

During the response a law enforcement officer discharged his weapon. An adult male was confirmed deceased at the scene by a DNSO deputy Coroner. Further details cannot be released due to the sensitivity and

thoroughness of the investigation. A team from the Sacramento area California Highway Patrol (CHP) was requested by both the CCPD and DNSO.

The Sheriff’s Office states it will do all that it can to release further details of the incident once the Office is certain the information will not jeopardize

a complete investigation by the CHP team.

Lt. Commander James Richards of the local CHP Office in Crescent City stated was

scheduled to arrive at about 2300 hours (11:00PM), Monday night and the CHP Office will release additional information when appropriate.

Brookings City Council Considers Pool Season Expansion

The Brookings City Council meeting saw a wave of public support for expanding the municipal pool season, with residents emphasizing the pool's vital role in community health, recreation and safety.

The council also discussed the South Coast Community Aquatics (SCCA) proposal for managing the pool and the potential for securing grant funding for future improvements.

The public voiced strong support for year-round pool access with numerous residents

highlighting the pool's benefits at the last council meeting. Phoebe Skinner, a former competitive swimmer and swim instructor, emphasized the pool's importance for water safety education, physical activity and community engagement.

“I believe the pool plays a vital role in water safety education for our children. It also provides an opportunity for real life engagement encouraging kids to spend time away from screens and participate in physical activities that build community connections,” said Skinner. “Swimming is an essential part

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Oregon sea urchins regulations change

The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission has adopted changes to ODFW regulations for Oregon sea urchins.

The Commission heard testimony from staff during its Feb. 14 meeting, to consider a set of changes to accommodate public interest in three activities:

• Recreational harvest of purple sea urchins for personal use.

• Commercial harvest of purple sea urchins for the retail seafood market.

• Culling of sea urchins to assist with the conservation of seaweeds and kelp.

The Commission voted unanimously to revise the Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations for the Marine Zone to allow a daily catch limit of 35 purple sea urchins per person per day.

The Commission did not approve a proposal to establish 24 new commercial take permits or establish a new commercial purple sea urchin permit system, voting to maintain status quo.

The Commission voted to revise regulations to allow the department to issue a Letter of Authorization for controlled culling of red and purple sea urchins within three priority sites.

“I’m very pleased with the action taken by the Fish and Wildlife Commission today,” ODFW Shellfish Program Leader Steve Rumrill said. “I appreciate their commitment to conservation of Oregon’s valuable marine resources. The particular actions they took today will help ensure conservation of bull kelp.”

CRAB FISHERMAN CONCERNS During public forum, the Commission heard testimony from a number of crab fisherman expressing safety concerns with the current regulations around crab season opening and two speakers expressing concern with the Winchester Dam. Two speakers requested the Commission to review its regulations related to barbless hooks in the Columbia. In the ‘Other Business’ portion of the agenda, the Commission voted to ask the department to review the pros and cons of the existing regulations related to barbless hooks at a future meeting. The Commission also voted to reject a settlement agreement from Douglas County.

OTHER BUSIENSS

The Private Forest Accord OAR revision agenda item was postponed. Department officials said they are taking the necessary

time to ensure a robust process and expanded engagement with all interested parties. Given time constraints, the Commission also carried over its work session on governance best practices until their March meeting.

As part of the morning Director’s report, Commissioners were updated on ODFW’s Hatchery Resiliency Project. Staff presented results from a third-party assessment of state-owned hatcheries and provided an overview of the public engagement process.

WORKSHOP SESSION

The Commission’s workshop Feb. 13, featured presentations on the risks of road surface runoff to fish and aquatic ecosystems caused by 6PPD-q, a chemical used to prevent tire degradation. A roundtable discussion included ODFW staff, members of the Oregon 6PPD-q Working Group, Oregon Department of Transportation, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, U.S. Geological Survey, Mt. Hood Community College, City of Gresham, and Multnomah County.

The Commission workshop also included a session on urban conservation, community engagement, and Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund

sion included members of the OCRF Advisory Committee and OCRF grantees.

“I learned a great deal from the workshop conversations especially how important OCRF has been in helping us connect to a broader set of communities,” Chair Mary Wahl said.

(OCRF) case studies from the Portland Metro area. A roundtable discussion with the Commis-
Swimmers’ Delight: Avid swimmers take advantage of extended hours to get some laps in.

POLICE BLOTTER

The police blotter is an excerpt of a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change. For a list of missing items found in the Brookings area, you can visit the police services page of the city of Brookings website at www.brookings.or.us/134/police-services and follow the link near the bottom of the page.

Monday 2/10:

• 9:34 96700 block of E Harris Heights, civil problem

• 9:53 600 block of Fern St, forgery/fraud/bad check

• 10:42 400 block of Oak St, illegal camping

• 10:45 99200 block of Winchuck River Rd, re

• 11:42 500 block of 5th St, criminal trespass

• 13:25 300 block of 5th St, criminal trespass

• 15:42 300 block of Truman Ln, criminal mischief

• 16:49 800 block of Chetco Ave, theft

• 17:19 300 block of 5th St, hit & run

• 21:10 500 block of 5th St, criminal trespass

Tuesday 2/11:

• 1:36 700 block of Spruce St, criminal trespass

• 7:35 Hwy 101 and North Bank Chetco River Rd, assault

• 11:35 95800 block of

Cape Dr, burglary

• 13:27 Chetco and Oak, traf c crash

• 15:54 400 block of Arnold Ln, juvenile problem

• 17:32 800 block of Pioneer Rd, civil problem

Thursday 2/13:

• 7:33 97900 block of Shopping Center Ave, re

• 7:35 93500 block of China Mountain Rd, burglary

• 9:08 500 block of 5th

St, alarm

• 13:49 300 block of 5th St, theft

• 14:14 1000 block of Parkview Dr, forgery/ fraud/bad check

• 14:26 800 block of Chetco Ave, criminal trespass

• 14:54 300 block of 5th St, menacing

• 16:42 1600 block of Hwy 101 N, suspicious conditions

• 17:14 16000 block of Boat Basin Rd, unlawful entry of a motor vehicle

Friday 2/14:

• 9:23 6500 block of Lucky Ln, criminal mischief

• 10:14 98600 block of Seahorse Ln, re

• 10:33 900 block of Chetco Ave, theft

• 14:21 500 block of Paci c Ave, juvenile problem

• 16:35 400 block of Oak St, criminal mischief

• 17:12 Railroad and Fern, dispute/ ght

• 17:42 5th and Limbaugh, loud noise

• 30:33 Gardner Ridge and Palmer Butte, re

• 21:31 96400 block of Coverdell Rd, minor in possession/purchasing liquor

• 21:54 800 block of

Chetco Ave, warrant service

• 21:58 15700 block of Hwy 101 S, child abuse

Saturday 2/15:

• 0:37 800 block of Pioneer Rd, child abuse

• 2:48 Stateline and Hendry, traf c crash

• 9:46 15700 block of Hwy 101 S, disorderly conduct

• 11:35 Hwy 101 MP 353, traf c crash

• 13:36 Stout Park, illegal camping

• 14:28 400 block of Oak St, disorderly conduct

• 14:37 500 block of Redwood St, criminal trespass

• 15:31 400 block of Alder St, disorderly conduct

• 16:09 900 block of Chetco Ave, disorderly conduct

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

• 16:16 Old County Rd and North Bank Chetco River Rd, re

• 16:54 800 block of Chetco Ave, criminal trespass

• 17:10 600 block of Easy Manor Dr, suspicious conditions

• 20:58 1200 block of Iris St, criminal trespass

• 21:18 300 block of 5th St, criminal trespass

• 22:08 600 block of Old County Rd, criminal trespass

Sunday 2/16

• 1:36 600 block of Old County Rd, criminal trespass

• 2:05 400 block of Alder St, suspicious conditions

• 3:24 300 block of Memory Ln, suspicious conditions

• 7:48 500 block of Spruce St, criminal mischief

• 8:32 700 block of Chetco Ave, illegal camping

• 11:11 96400 block of Coverdell Rd, civil problem

• 11:55 400 block of Fern Ave, suspicious conditions

• 12:58 400 block of Smith Dr, re alarm

• 13:04 500 block of Fern St, hit & run

• 14:37 96700 block of E Harris Heights, dispute/ ght

• 15:46 300 block of 5th St, stalking

• 15:47 600 block of Hassett St, DUII

• 16:16 16400 block of Lovell Ln, theft

• 21:26 1600 block of Chetco Ave, warrant service

• 23:24 200 block of Cypress St, prowler

• 23:42 700 block of Old County Rd, loud noise

Submissions for events can be sent by email to: pilotofficemgr@countrymedia.net. The deadline for submission is 4:30 pm Monday, the week prior to publication. DAILY

• Daily Meal, 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Chetco Activity Center, 550 Chetco Lane

• The Zonta Club of the Coos Bay Area is accepting applications for $20,000 Patty J Barton memorial scholarship for Coos and Curry students. Patty Barton was a longtime member of the Zonta Club of the Coos Bay Area. This undergraduate scholarship is available to Coos and Curry County residents including students who consider Coos or Curry Counties their home base when away at college. Applications are due by March 14, 2025, with scholarship awarded by May 31, 2025. The application and more information is available now on the club’s website www. zontacoosbayarea.org.

WEDNESDAYS

• T’ai Chi, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Line dance lessons, Elks Lodge. Membership not required. $1 donation. 11:30-12:00 absolute beginners (new), 12:00 – 1:00 pm improver, 1:00-2:00 pm intermediate.

• The Walking Group, 11 a.m., Azalea Park. Meet by Capella by the Sea. If raining meet at Brookings Harbor Shopping Center by the barbershop. For information 541-412-8664.

• Men’s Club Golf, Salmon Run Golf Course: 900

am. Friendly team and individual play. Prizes, laughs, good food and drink. $65 annual fee (includes OGA membership). All skill levels welcome. For info call: Bob K. 701-269-7822.

• Recorders, Chetco Activity Center: 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Bring your recorder and a music stand. Music will be provided.

• Cribbage Club, Wild Rivers Pizza: 5:30 pm.

• After School Activities, Chetco Library: 1:30 pm. Homework help, a creation station, and snacks for older kids and tweens ages 10 and up.

THURSDAYS

• Bridge, 11:45 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Widows and Widowers Coffee Clique, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Community Center, Airport Way, Gold Beach

• Chair Yoga Class, Chetco Library: 1:30 pm. A beginners’ yoga class that focuses on seated positions. Please note there will be no chair yoga until November 19th due to the Annual Fall Book Sale.

• After School Activities, Chetco Library: 4:00 pm. Homework help, S.T.E.M. projects and games, and snacks for older kids and tweens ages 10 and up.

• Easy Flow Yoga, Chetco Library: 5:30 pm. A beginners’ yoga class that includes standing positions.

FRIDAYS

• T’ai Chi, 9 – 10:30 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• The Walking Group, 11 a.m., Azalea Park. Meet by Capella by the Sea. If raining meet at Brookings Harbor Shopping Center by the barbershop. For information 541-412-8664

• Pinochle and other card games, Chetco Activity Center 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

SATURDAYS

• Men’s Club Golf, Salmon Run Golf Course: 900 am. Friendly team and individual play. Prizes, laughs, good food and drink. $65 annual fee (includes OGA membership). All skill levels welcome. For info call: Bob K. 701-269-7822.

• Saturday Shuffle: Magic the Gathering and more, Chetco Library. Stop by the library every week for Saturday Shuffle, where players can bring their favorite deck and play Magic: The Gathering. Gamers of all kinds are also welcome to bring their favorite card or board games from their own collections, or browse the library’s games, and find a crew to play with.

• Teens Teach Tech, Chetco Library Annex: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Bring your device or tech questions and get help from a trained Cyber-Senior Technology Mentor. Our mentors are young people who have been trained to teach technology to older adults and

are standing by to help with your smart phone, iPad or computer. This free service is presented in partnership with Harmony & Me Music.

MONDAYS

• Line dance lessons, Elks Lodge. Membership not required. $1 donation. 11:30-12:00 absolute beginners (new), 12:00 – 1:00 pm improver, 1:00-2:00 pm intermediate.

TUESDAYS

• Brookings-Harbor Garden Club Work Party, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Brookings Botanical Garden. Come see how you can help.

• Bridge, 11:45 a.m., Chetco Activity Center

• Line Dancing, Brookings Elks Lodge, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Donations requested.

• Storytime, Chetco Library: 10:30 am. Stories, songs, and simple crafts for young children.

• Chair Yoga Class, Chetco Library: 1:30 pm.

• Pinochle and other card games, Chetco Activity Center 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

February 26

• Art with Tory, Chetco Library: 1:00 pm. Join local artist Tory Bowen for step-by-step instruction on creating beautiful gelliplate art prints! Due to limited supplies, registration for these monthly workshops is required. These workshops are designed for crafters

18+.

• Look-Back Book Club, Chetco Library: 5:30 pm. In this new book club, adults and older teens are invited to revisit the classic books from their childhoods and dare to ask themselves: how do they hold up now? Are they just as good, worse--or maybe even better than we remember? Spots limited, Registration required.

February 7-28

• BanjerDan in concert, Oxenfrē Public House, 631 Chetco Ave: 8:30 pm. BanjerDan (Dan Mazer) is a “banjo-centric” acoustic musician and entertainer based in Santa Cruz County, CA. His music is an Americana mix, rooted in straight-ahead bluegrass and branching out to include folk, country, blues, oldies, and other styles.

March 2

• The Poulenc Trio in concert, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 102 Park Avenue, Brookings: 3:00 pm. Presented by the Partnership for the Performing Arts (ppadelnorte.org). A pioneering oboe, bassoon, and piano ensemble, The Poulenc Trio has garnered international recognition over its 20-year history. With performances across the United States and at prestigious music festivals worldwide, they have established themselves as one of the most active and

sought-after chamber music groups.

March 5

• Celebration of Ireland Concert by Four Shillings Short, Chetco Library: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. It's been 3 years since Four Shillings Short toured in Oregon and we're delighted to be returning for many concerts along the Oregon Coast in March.

March 6

• Celebration of Ireland Concert by Four Shillings Short, Curry Public Library, Gold Beach: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. It's been 3 years since Four Shillings Short toured in Oregon and we're delighted to be returning for many concerts along the Oregon Coast in March.

March 8

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& Louis 11:00 – 2:00. Text Linda at 541-661-0059 for information on outdoor spaces. Contact Sharon at 541-469-3404 for information on indoor tables. • Celebration of Ireland Concert by Four Shillings Short, Port Orford Library: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm. It's been 3 years since Four Shillings Short toured in Oregon and we're delighted to be returning for many concerts along the Oregon Coast in March.

Public Health Alert:

Pet owners warned about raw pet food

JEREMY C. RUARK

Country Media, Inc.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after two cats in Multnomah County tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).

The owners of the cats, in consultation with their veterinarians, elected to humanely euthanize the pets due to the severity of the illness. ODA confirmed both cats ate the same brand of raw pet food before becoming ill. In both cases, the veterinarians followed the correct protocol in reporting the illness to ODA, according to a release from the ODA. Agency staff collected samples from the affected

cats and opened containers of the raw pet food, providing additional unopened containers to the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) for additional testing. Tests conducted by the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State University and the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) at the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of HPAI in both cats and the food samples. In response to these findings, as well as additional testing performed by WSDA, a public health alert has been issued by WSDA warning consumers about the risk of HPAI in certain lots of raw pet food produced by Wild Coas Raw in Olympia, WA. Consumers are urged to check the lot numbers on

Wild Coast Raw products and not to feed the product to their animals.

Cats, including both domestic and wild cats, such as tigers, mountain lions, lynx, etc., are particularly sensitive to H5N1 avian influenza, and care should be taken not to expose these animals to the virus," the ODA said. "Dogs can also contract H5N1, though they appear less susceptible to the virus than cats."

The two agencies offered the follow tips to help protect your pet from H5N1:

• Do not feed your pet undercooked or raw meat, including uncooked or freeze-dried meat-based diets, treats, or animal products.

• Do not feed your pet raw (unpasteurized) milk or colostrum.

• Prevent pets from eating birds or other wild

animals.

• Wash your hands after touching raw meat and interacting with poultry, livestock, or animals outside your household.

• Consider changing clothing and shoes after interacting with animals or birds with unknown health status and before interacting with your own pets.

• Contact your veterinarian if your pet appears sick. Tell your veterinar-

ian if your pet has been exposed to raw meat, raw milk, or wild waterfowl.

If you suspect your pet has H5N1, ODA and WSDA urge you to immediately contact your veterinarian and tell them about any risk factors. Veterinarians must immediately report any suspected cases of influenza in animals to the Oregon Department of Agriculture at 503-9864711.

Public health monitors all people exposed to animals infected with HPAI through 10 days following their last exposure. There have been no documented human cases of HPAI following exposure to an infected cat.

For more information about the health alert involving Wild Coast Raw pet food, contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture.

A public health alert has been issued by WSDA warning consumers about the risk of HPAI in certain lots of raw pet food produced by Wild Coas Raw in Olympia, WA.

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Harbor Rural Fire Protection District Meeting Recap: Resignation, Financial Concerns & Volunteer Recruitment

The Harbor Rural Fire Protection District held its regular February meeting, addressing several key issues including the resignation of Interim Chief Mike Lancaster, financial transparency concerns, and ongoing volunteer recruitment efforts. The meeting also included public comment regarding alleged harassment and misconduct within the department.

The board initially moved to accept the resignation of Interim Chief Lancaster; however, this action item was tabled due to an ongoing investigation stemming from a previous executive session.

Board members expressed confusion about the proper procedure for handling the resignation given the existing inves-

tigation. Following some discussion, the board decided to postpone the acceptance of resignation and move into an executive session which allows for closed sessions to consider dismissal, disciplining, or complaints against a public officer or employee.

The board’s legal counsel, George Dungle, was consulted on the matter.

“I don't understand when somebody resigns or quits why we have to talk about an executive session,” said Dungle. “I never heard that. If it has to go before the board to approve it, we have the right to say no.”

There was some confusion and further discussion on how the board would proceed, but the matter was tabled until the next meeting.

In other news, several board members voiced

concerns regarding financial transparency.

A request for access to bank statements and detailed financial records, for the past six months, citing difficulties in obtaining this information.

Specific questions were raised about payroll consistency, discretionary funds and the handling of worker's compensation. One board member expressed frustration with what was perceived as roadblocks to accessing financial information. This led to a discussion about proper channels for requesting records.

It was clarified that board members, as members of the public, can formally request records through a public information request. The board agreed to schedule a meeting with the bank to clarify authorized users

and access protocols for both the general account and the Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) account.

The board further discussed the need for a volunteer recruitment drive and the ongoing efforts to recruit volunteer firefighters, particularly with the upcoming wildfire season.

Current initiatives include radio commercials, a booth at the Wind Check Chili Cook-Off and potential outreach at the local high school’s job fair. Suggestions were made to expand recruitment efforts through flyers, kiosk advertisements and partnerships with local businesses. The possibility of attracting former members back to the department was also raised.

In closing, the board raised concerns about the maintenance and safety of

fire department vehicles. They also received reports from the Harbor Rural Fire Association and the Acting Chief, covering topics such as training updates, call volume and grant status.

The meeting adjourned with several outstanding

issues, particularly the investigation into the allegations of misconduct and the questions surrounding financial transparency, to be addressed in future meetings and executive sessions.

Gold Beach Speaker Featured Nationwide

Karen Perry has been honored as a featured speaker with the Christian Women’s Speakers Directory.

Perry is an international speaker, minister, and Bible teacher who is fun, deep, and invigorating. Her ministry, Unraveled, leads women into freedom, relief, and restoration.

The Christian Women’s Speakers Directory now recognizes Perry as a featured speaker available for bookings nationwide.

“Karen’s programs are helpful, practical, and freedom-building; full of insights and strategies that help people step into their true identities,” said Marnie Swedberg, founder and director of the Christian Women’s Speakers Directory. “Through audience interaction and a variety of teaching methods, she connects with all types of audiences from youth to adult.”

Some of her most requested topics include: Identity in Christ: The Transformative Power of the Holy Spirit; Spiritual Authority; Living From the Fathers Love.

When not speaking, Karen enjoys her family, including 15 grandchildren, baking sourdough bread, and playing with three German Shepherds.

Karen Perry is a fun, transformational, and knowledgeable speaker who moves audiences from feeling tangled up to being free. Her passion to help people get “unraveled” resonates with audiences and infuses them with the energy and practical tools to succeed and enjoy the journey.

The Christian Women’s Speakers Directory is honored to feature Perry as an expert presenter on the topics of Identity in Christ and Spiritual Authority. Learn more at: www.WomenSpeakers.com.

Karen Perry: A public speaker from Gold Beach is being featured nationwide in the Christian Women’s Speakers Directory.

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PUBLIC HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT

The public is invited to provide comments on Area 1 Agency on Aging’s 25-26 Area Plan Update of proposed services and activities for Fiscal Year 2025-26 funded by the Older Americans Act. The hearing will be held at Healy Senior Center, 456 Briceland Road, Redway, CA on March 20, 2025, from 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information contact Maren Rose, Planner, at mrose@ a1aa.org or by telephone at (707) 498-8461. Comments may be submitted in writing or by telephone until April 11, 2025. 2/26/2025, Triplicate, 408518

DEL NORTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUMMARY OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2025-001 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER

2.33, SECTION 2.33.085 AND SECTION 2.33.086 OF THE DEL NORTE COUNTY CODE RELATING TO THE FINANCIAL LIMITS OF INFORMAL AND FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES

The following is a summary of an ordinance adopted at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Del Norte County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the Board of Supervisors by the following vote:

Ayes: Supervisor Short, Starkey, Howard, Borges, Wilson Noes: None Absent: None This ordinance is necessary in order to update the Del Norte County Code to reflect current “Contracting Procedures; Dollar Amount Limitations” for formal and informal bidding in accordance with the California Uniform Construction Cost Accounting Commission Policies and Procedures. A full copy of the ordinance is available for review in the Board of Supervisors office at 981 H Street, Suite 200, Crescent City, CA during normal business hours.

Dated: February 11, 2025

Kylie Goughnour, Deputy Clerk of the Board Of Supervisors, County of Del Norte 2/26/2025, Triplicate, 408563 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY

In the Matter of the Estate of Sheri Annette Murphy, Deceased. No. 24PB10533

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bonnie J. Cherry has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 1000 6th St., Apt. 200, Albany, CA 94706, within four months after the date of publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Penny Lee Austin.

Dated and published on February 26, 2025 /s/ Penny Lee Austin, Attorney for Personal Representative Penny L Austin Attorney at Law 925 West 8th Street Medford, Oregon 97501 2/26/2025, Pilot, 408707

Public Notice NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers, 898 Elk Drive, during a regular Common Council meeting, Brookings City Council will consider for adoption, by title only, the following: Ordinance No. 25-O-816, amending the Brookings Municipal Code, Title 13 Public Services, adding Chapter 13.45 Regulation of Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Discharges to the Brookings Sanitary Sewer System as described in Exhibit A.

All persons wishing to address these matters may do so in person at the meeting, or by submitting written evidence to the City Manager, Brookings City Hall, 898 Elk Drive, Brookings, 97415, prior to the meeting. Copies of the ordinance and associated staff report are available for inspection at City Hall, on the City’s website at www.brookings.or.us, and at the Chetco Community Public library. Copies of the documents may also be purchased. All public meetings are held in accessible locations. Auxiliary aids will be provided upon request with advance notification. Please contact 541-4691102 if you have any questions regarding this notice.

2/26/2025, Pilot, 408747

Notice of Public Meeting. A quarterly meeting for the Upper Chetco Rural Fire Protection District will be held March 5th at 5:30 pm. The meeting will be held at the fire hall on Gardner Ridge Road. The public is encouraged to attend. 2/26/2025, Pilot, 408177

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Blueberry Hill Farm 3290 Kings Valley Road Crescent City, CA 95531 and 1011 Elk Valley Road Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: an individual

Registered Owner(s): Yolinde Z Hodde

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 2/10/2025

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Yolinde Z Hodde

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 2/10/2025

Alissia D. Northrup

County Clerk-Recorder

Hannah Gill, Deputy File No. 20250010

2/26, 3/5, 3/12, and 3/19/2025, Triplicate 408773

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Triptorium 1720 Del Mar Rd. Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: an individual

Registered Owner(s): Mary Beth Sampson

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 1/3/2025

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Mary Beth Sampson

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 1/3/2025

Alissia D. Northrup

County Clerk-Recorder

B McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20240097

2/12, 2/19, 2/26, & 3/5/2025, Triplicate 407946

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Gordon Leigh Erwin

Case Number: PB257006

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Gordon Leigh Erwin

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Thomas V. Haag, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Thomas V. Haag be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: March 7, 2025 Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2 Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Gino de Solenni 384 G Street Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-6181 2/19, 2/26, & 3/5/2025, Triplicate, 408271

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: North Coast Laser Engraving 6570 Kings Valley Rd Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: an individual Registered Owner(s): Anthony Dodge

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). Signed:/s/ Anthony Dodge This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 1/21/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20250005 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, & 3/12/2025, Triplicate 408409

Project: Morekwon Project Park&Ride Project NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Yurok Tribe is requesting a seal bid for the construction of a parking area with the following specifications:

1. Capacity: Design to accommodate twelve (12) vehicles; Accessibility: Inclusion of accessible parcels in full compliance with ADA standards; Safety Features: Installation of proper signage and striping to enhance safety; Addition Installation of prepurchased bus shelter to provided protection and comfort and installation of trash bins with bear locks.

2. Ensure to be following TERO TAX, bonding and insurance requirements.

3. Qualifying firms are asked to submit a narrative of their qualifications, examples of similar projects, team resumes and pricing. detailed project information and submission instruction, please review documents available at https://www.yuroktribe.or/ request-forproposal-and qualifications. Proposal can be submitted by email at YTransportation@ yuroktribe.nsn.us ,or by mail/in-person ATT: Brandi Natt 190 Klamath Blvd., Klamath, Ca 95548. DEADLINE: Response to this request must be received by Monday, March 3, 2025. 2/12, 2/19, & 2/26/2025, Triplicate, 408184

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Redwood Roots Landscaping 110 Earl St Crescent City, CA 95531 This Business is conducted by: a limited liability company (CA) Registered Owner(s): Redwood Roots Landscaping LLC

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 1/8/2025 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed: /s/ Miguel Alejandro Perez Leon This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 1/28/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20250007 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, & 3/12/2025, Triplicate, 408209

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: The Dragonfly Program 848 3rd Street Crescent City, CA 95531 Mailing address: PO Box 1313 Crescent City, CA 95531 This filing is a refile of previous file # 12-101-F with changes, after 40 days of expiration date. Registered Owner(s):

Wild RiversCoast Classifieds

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES,Plaintiff, v. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE MATTER of the Authorization of Delta Conveyance Program Revenue Bonds, the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Delta Conveyance Program Revenue Bonds, the Adoption of the Delta Conveyance Program Revenue Bond General Bond Resolution Providing for the Issuance of Delta Conveyance Program Revenue Bonds, and the Proceedings Related Thereto, Defendants. Case No. 25CV000704 SUMMONS (Civ. Proc. Code, §§ 861, 861.1) Action Filed: January 7, 2025 EXEMPT from filing fees per Govt. Code § 6103. Calendar Preference per CCP § 867 NOTICE! YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND NOT LATER THAN MARCH 25, 2025, WHICH IS TEN (10) DAYS OR MORE AFTER COMPLETION OF THE PUBLICATION OF THIS SUMMONS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. AVISO! USTED HA SIDO DEMANDADO. EL TRIBUNAL PUEDE DECIDIR CONTRA USTED SIN AUDIENCIA A MENOS QUE USTED RESPONDA NO MAS TARDE QUE EL DIA 25 DE MARZO DE 2025, QUE ES DIEZ (10) DIAS O MAS DESPUES DE TERMINACION DE PUBLICACION DE ESTA CITACION JUDICIAL. LEA LA INFORMACION QUE SIGUE. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE MATTER OF THE AUTHORIZATION OF DELTA CONVEYANCE PROGRAM REVENUE BONDS, THE ISSUANCE, SALE AND DELIVERY OF DELTA CONVEYANCE PROGRAM REVENUE BONDS, THE ADOPTION OF THE DELTA CONVEYANCE PROGRAM REVENUE BOND GENERAL BOND RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF DELTA PROGRAM REVENUE BONDS, AND THE PROCEEDINGS RELATED THERETO:

Plaintiff has filed a civil complaint against you. You may contest the validity of the above matter by appearing and filing with the Court a written responsive pleading to the complaint not later than March 25, 2025, which is ten (10) days or more after the completion of the publication of this summons. Your pleading must be in the form required by the California Rules of Court. Your original pleading

must be filed in this Court with proper filing fees and proof that a copy thereof was served on Plaintiff’s attorney. Unless you so respond, your default will be entered upon Plaintiff’s application, and the Plaintiff may apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the complaint. Persons who contest the validity of the matter described below and in the complaint will not be subject to punitive action, such as wage garnishment or seizure of their real or personal property.

DETAILED SUMMARY OF THE MATTER THAT PLAINTIFF SEEKS TO VALIDATE:

The California Department of Water Resources (Department) operates facilities which conserve, store, transport and deliver water to urban and agricultural water agencies throughout the State. Since 1960, the Department has approved, planned and constructed a system of water storage and transportation and power generation facilities (the State Water Project). Currently, State Water Project water is conveyed across the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta through the natural channels of the Delta formed by the confluence of the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers, as those channels have been modified over the past 150 years. The Department has undertaken to develop a comprehensive plan for the effective delivery of State Water Project water across the Delta. The Department is currently undertaking planning and design activities regarding potential new Delta conveyance facilities. The facilities under review would transport water from new intake points on the Sacramento River at the northern edge of the Delta through an underground tunnel running below the natural waterways of the Delta to State Water Project export facilities at or below the southern edge of the Delta. These facilities would be a further modification of the Feather River Project authorized pursuant to the Central Valley Project Act, Water Code sections 11100 et seq. The Department has established a proposed revenue bond financing to finance the cost of the environmental review, planning, engineering and design, and if and when appropriate, the acquisition and construction of Delta conveyance facilities.

On January 6, 2025, the Department adopted a bond resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for those purposes. Under the bond resolution, bonds for construction cannot be issued unless specific conditions precedent are satisfied, which include regulatory and statutory requirements regarding the physical and environmental aspects of approving,

constructing, and operating Delta conveyance facilities.

On January 7, 2025, the Department filed a validation action to confirm the legal validity of the Department’s proposed bond financing. A validation action is a judicial proceeding in which a governmental agency, like the Department, can confirm the validity of a proposed financial transaction before it commits to or undertakes the transaction. The Department’s validation complaint, the bond resolution, and a copy of this Summons are available on the Department’s internet website at: https:// water.ca.gov/Programs/ State-Water-Project/ Delta-Conveyance/PublicInformation. YOU MAY SEEK THE ADVICE OF AN ATTORNEY IN ANY MATTER CONNECTED WITH THE COMPLAINT OR THIS SUMMONS. SUCH ATTORNEY SHOULD BE CONSULTED PROMPTLY SO THAT YOUR PLEADING MAY BE FILED OR ENTERED WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY THIS SUMMONS. SI USTED DESEA SOLICITAR EL CONSEJO DE UN ABOGADO EN ESTE ASUNTO, DEBERIA HACERLO INMEDIATAMENTE. TAL ABOGADO DEBERIA SER CONSULTADO PRONTO PARA QUE SU REPUESTA ESCRITA PUEDA SER REGISTRADA DENTRO DEL TIEMPO REQUERIDO POR ESTA CITACION

JUDICIAL.

The name and address of the Court is (el nombre y direccion del Tribunal es): Superior Court of the State of California, County of Sacramento Gordon D. Schaber Sacramento County Courthouse, 720 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 25CV000704

The name, address, and telephone number of Plaintiff’s attorneys is (el nombre, la dirección y el número de telèfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Michael Weed, ORRICK, HERRINGTON & SUTCLIFFE LLP, 400 Capitol Mall, Suite 3000, Sacramento, California 95814, Telephone: (916) 447-9200. /s/ P. Lopez, Superior Court

Clerk Dated (Fecha): 01/27/2025 Clerk, by (Delegado): P. Lopez, Deputy (Actuario)

2/12, 2/19, and 2/26/2025, Triplicate 407790

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: John Gimbel aka John H Gimbel aka John Howard Gimbel, Decedent

Case Number: PB257005

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: John Gimbel aka John H Gimbel aka John Howard Gimbel.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Karen Suiker, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Karen Suiker be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: March 28, 2025

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file

with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Amy A Hunt of The Mitchell Law Firm, LLP 426 First Street Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 443-5643 2/19, 2/26, and 3/5/2025, Triplicate 408466

FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY In the Matter of the Estate of: JAMES HENRY FRERICHS, SR., Deceased. Case No. 24PB11157

INFORMATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GAIL ANDERSON has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate of JAMES HENRY FRERICHS, SR. are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 29 Nottage Crescent, Braintree, Essex CM7 2TE, England, United Kingdom, or through her attorney, Nathan B. McClintock, at PO Box 1178, Coos Bay, OR 97420, or in person at 936 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the lawyer for the personal representative, Nathan B. McClintock. Dated and first published on February 5, 2025. Nathan B. McClintock, OSB #841520 Attorney for Personal Representative Personal Representative: Gail Anderson 29 Nottage Crescent Braintree Essex CM7 2TE England, United Kingdom Email: gail.attitudes578@ gmail.com Email: nmcclintock@ epuerto.com Lawyer for Personal Representative: Nathan McClintock PO Box 1178 Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone: (541) 269-1123

Fax: (541) 269-1126 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, & 2/26/2025, Pilot, 407562

Lien Sale Sat March 1st @10am Best Self Storage 2100 Northcrest Dr Unit 411, Maria Ackerman, household items Unit 409, Ashley Michael, household items 2/19 & 2/26/2025, Triplicate 408465

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF DEL NORTE 450 H Street Crescent City, CA 95531

Petition of: Derek Hoyle CASE NO. CV251009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Derek Hoyle filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Derek Hoyle to Proposed name: Derek Just THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: March 21, 2025 Time: 9:00 am Dept.: 2

The address of the court is same as noted above. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Norte Triplicate

Date: February 6, 2025 /s/ Karen D Olson Judge of the Superior Court 2/19, 2/2, 3/5, & 3/12/2025, Triplicate, 408388

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Motel Trees and Blue Ox Cafe 15500 US Hwy 101 N Klamath, CA 95548 Mailing address: PO Box 96 Klamath, CA 95548

This Business is conducted by: a CA Corporation Registered Owner(s): Trees of Mystery The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 1/24/1980 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). Signed:/s/ Tim Guenther This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 1/24/2025 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20250006 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, and 2/26/2025, Triplicate, 407750

Opinion & Letters

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Trump using these executive orders for eliminating democratically determined programs like USAID is totally dictatorial and "intelligentsia" elitist. Why doesn't he put out an executive order mandating Federal Referendums for all these things? Or a referendum to eliminate the elitist Senate and Electoral College?

This USA democracy myth is getting more and more bogus day by day. Does calling it the Gulf of America help people living in tents in these hot and cold places nationwide? Eliminate the Dept. of Education? How can the not

born with a silver spoon in their mouths people learn to intelligently vote like the "founding intelligentsia" such as Madison and Jefferson did, on referendums, if not liberally educated?

Jeff North Brookings

LAND GRAB BY BOC

Hello Curry County BOC; This letter is to put you all on notice that we the people are not going to be bullied or scared into giving you or any other elected official the permission to “take over ownership" or “unilateral

control” of federal/state forest lands. Why, because you can't aren't capable of managing such a huge project. You can’t even show us the back of the envelope draft revenue projections, costs, associated with start-up nothing. Curry county is broke and becoming more financially unstable every day, especially since our newest Commissioner, with apparent support from the other two commissioners think it’s perfectly fine to pay a consultant from Arizona to convince the voters of Curry County that a “treatment program” applied in apache County AZ is going to be

as effective in wildland fire suppression/prevention in our wet, PNW environment. You couldn’t have picked a more opposing environment weather wise, or topographically than AZ. Commissioner Hollinger is proposing to lease forest lands to private companies to log whether it's for structural timber, chipping, biochar, pellet producers, you name it, as the BOC sees dollar signs. Let’s pretend that one of the lease holders causes a fire. Who will be financially/ legally responsible? Who will ensure our homes and land are protected from leaseholders who

may not appreciate our pristine paradise, taking shortcuts to increase their bottom line? Our county does not have the capacity to manage such a huge endeavor. It’s a hard pass for this voter.

Judging by the audience response in the town hall held 2/12/25, you are way off base - it's a swing and a miss. 2026 can’t come soon enough. Save our County - tell the BOC NO to privatization!

Beth Barker-Hidalgo Gold Beach

Do not fly other country flags in the U.S.A

I wish to address a matter that strikes at the very foundation of our Republic. America is more than just a place – it is a set of ideas and values passed down from generation to generation.

lands – they return home beneath our beautiful Stars and Stripes.

When we see foreign flags raised in place of Old Glory, we must ask ourselves: "What message do we send to the Gold Star Mothers who received a carefully folded American flag in exchange for their child's sacrifice?

"What do we tell our veterans who bled beneath those stars and stripes in faraway lands?

The brave men and women of our armed forces do not deploy under hyphenated banners. They serve beneath one flag, representing one nation – indivisible! When our service members make the ultimate sacrifice, we do not drape their caskets in the flags of their ancestors' home-

of a play-based childhood promoting health, well-being and personal growth by expanding the pool season.” Coast Guard members stationed in Brookings spoke about the pool's value for physical training and water rescue skills development. Other residents, including seniors and those with physical limitations, praised the pool's therapeutic benefits and its role in fostering social connections.

SCCA, which successfully managed the pool during the 2024 season, presented a proposal for a contract extension. They requested an increased budget of $88,000 for the standard three-month season, which is June through August, and an additional $150,000 to extend the season to six months to include May through October.

SCCA President, Val Early, highlighted the

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

success of the winter pilot program and the need for a more experienced pool manager to ensure sustainability. The organization is actively seeking grants to cover the additional costs.

“I really appreciated all of your support in the winter pilot project. It has been really successful,” said Early. “We were able to offer open swim for free on Saturdays and we offered some family night swimming and also offered some swim team opportunities for our junior lifeguards during the during the week when the Crescent City swim team was practicing, so all of those things and we did get some grant funding.”

Council members expressed strong support for the pool and acknowledged the community's desire for an extended season. Councilor Martin praised SCCA's management, noting significant revenue increases compared to previous years.

The board discussed the financial implications of

A national flag is no mere symbol like any other. It is, by its very nature, a declaration of political allegiance – a symbol of sovereignty, governance - of community and belonging. To fly another nation's flag in place of our own is not an expression of heritage; it is a declaration of divided loyalty.

We need only look across the Atlantic to see the bitter fruits of failing to fully embrace a singular national identity. The tragedy of Rotherham stands as stark testament to the consequences of allowing parallel societies to flourish, where women and children suffer beneath the shadow of foreign flags and foreign values. We cannot –we must not – permit such a future here.

the proposal and the city's role in supporting community resources. While some members raised concerns about the budget impact, others emphasized the pool's value as an investment in quality of life.

Councilor Martin proposed directing staff to pursue a state grant for a covered pool enclosure. He emphasized the need for proactive action and suggested gathering information from other communities that have undertaken similar projects.

City Manager Rondell cautioned that the grant application timeline might be challenging, given the lack of existing plans and cost estimates. He recommended incorporating the project into the city's Parks Master Plan to strengthen the grant application. The council agreed to explore this option further.

The council's final decision on the pool season extension and funding will be made at a future meeting.

In other nations, you must be of a certain race or religion to truly belong. In other nations, an immigrant and their children can never truly belong. But in America, you can become fully American, and all we ask, and we must ask, is make our Country, your Country – The U.S.A. First!

To those who would call this view intolerant, I say this: We can celebrate our diverse and wonderful heritages while standing united under one flag. This is the genius of the American experiment - that we have forged one people out of many by adherence to the principles of liberty, justice, and equal opportunity under law.

I urge my fellow Oregonians to accept these truths…

Thank you…

Fred L “Rusty” Wilson

8/23/1957 – 1/9/2025

Fred (Rusty) passed away peacefully at home in Brookings, Oregon on Thursday January 9, 2025 with his beloved wife by his side. He was born on August 23, 1957 in Sacramento, California to Fred Wilson and Barbara Gibbs Wilson. He lived in Stockton for many years and moved to Brookings after he retired. In 1976 he married the love of his life, Cindy Cartwright Wilson, and they enjoyed 49 years of married joy and laughter. They had two children, Michael Wilson and Michelle Wilson Bling. He was a devoted and enthusiastic hunter and fisherman his entire life. After a long life of hard work, he retired and made plans to enjoy his retirement to the fullest. Moving to Brookings was his lifelong dream to live in paradise and enjoy the multitude of outdoor activities this coastal community provides. He

also enjoyed several years of traveling the western United States in their RV and enjoying the scenic beauty of this beautiful country.

Fred is survived by his wife, his children and eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. They spent many fun-filled hours with the grandkids and enjoyed spending every moment he could with them after he retired.

Fred was a proud member of the Operating Engineers Local 3 for 48 years. He was also a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. His life was cut too short when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023. He fought the disease hard and maintained his sense of humor and dignity till the very end. He had a wonderful, well-lived life and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His family and many friends

loved his zest for life, sense of humor, and treasured the many happy times spent together. We all felt privileged to know him and call him friend or family. A celebration of life will be held in Brookings later this spring. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to South Coast Humane Society, 828 Railroad St., Brookings, Oregon 97415 or the scholarship fund provided by the BPOE of Brookings, 800 Elks Drive, Brookings, OR 97415.

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GUEST OPINION By Oregon State Representative COURT BOICE
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Wyden, Merkley Demand Answers From Trump on BPA Cuts, Impact on Electric Grid Reliability

Washington, D.C. –

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley said today they are demanding Donald Trump answer questions about his administration’s deep job cuts at the Bonneville Power Administration and how those reckless and financially ludicrous decisions add up to undermine the dependability of the electric grid for Oregon and the entire Pacific Northwest.

“The imminent departure of nearly 20% of BPA’s workforce -- including linemen, engineers, and power dispatchers -poses a direct and immediate threat to the reliability of the electrical grid that serves millions of American families and businesses in the Pacific Northwest,” Wyden and Merkley wrote in their letter to Trump on Friday. “We do not believe there is an energy emergency, but your actions certainly appear to be creating one through these cuts that actively jeopardize the stability of our energy infrastructure, right now.”

The Oregon senators’ letters noted how BPA plays a critical role in the Pacific Northwest’s power grid, distributing hydropower from 31 federal

dams through more than 75 percent of the region’s transmission infrastructure.

“Your administration's directives to simultaneously buy out workers and freeze hiring has resulted in the resignation of approximately 200 employees, the rescinding of 90 new job offers, and the looming layoff of up to 400 probationary employees,” they wrote. “The weight of this destabiliza-

tion will bear down on the entire region, most heavily in rural areas that rely on public utilities purchasing BPA power.

Wyden and Merkley wrote how employees are already warning these actions will make it nearly impossible to strengthen and expand the grid as needed, forcing BPA into “damage control” mode, struggling just to “keep the lights on.”

“These cuts are not only

Oregon Senators: “These cuts are not only reckless but also financially ludicrous.”

reckless but also financially ludicrous,” Wyden and Merkley wrote. “BPA is an entirely self-funded agency that does not rely on taxpayer dollars, meaning these workforce reductions do absolutely nothing to reduce the federal deficit.

If the administration’s goal is truly to ensure reliable, secure, and affordable energy, then why are you actively dismantling the most effective and self-sustaining power system in

the country?

The senators pressed the administration to answer by Feb. 28 its justification for these cuts; how it will address the operational and safety risks posed by the loss of experienced linemen, engineers, and dispatchers; how it intends to prevent grid failures caused by understaffing; how its actions align with its stated priority of strengthening U.S. energy infrastructure; what it will

do to reduce the risks from these job cuts, especially on rural communities and public utilities; if it will lift the hiring freeze on key BPA positions; and what role the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) played in these job cuts and what qualifications DOGE leadership has in managing complex energy infrastructure.

Wild Rivers Coast

Four Shillings Short return for A Celebration of Ireland

takes the audience on a journey to the Emerald Isle with Traditional toe-tapping tunes, songs in Gaelic and English, folklore, history and Irish poetry. Four Shillings Short, the husband/wife duo of Aodh Og O’Tuama from Cork, Ireland and Christy Martin from California, have been touring in the US & Ireland since 1997 and “bring musical diversity, captivating storytelling and humorous side notes to create an amazing show.” (Labyrinth Café, Ft. Lauderdale, FL)

The International multi-instrumentalists perform Traditional and Original music from the Celtic lands on a fantastic array of instruments (over 30) including Hammered & Mountain Dulcimer, Mandolin, Mandola, Bouzouki, Tinwhistles, Recorders, Medieval and Renaissance Woodwinds, Native American Flutes, North Indian Sitar, Charango, Bowed Psaltery, Banjo, Bodhran, Guitar, Percussion, vocals and even a Krumhorn. “Their musical virtuosity makes old songs sound new and new songs sound like time-worn

Celtic spells.” (CITY PAGES, Wausau WI)

Four Shillings Short are independent folk-artists who perform 100 concerts a year, have released 13 recordings and live as full time Troubadours traveling from town to town performing at music festivals, theatres & performing arts centers, folk societies, libraries, house concerts and schools.

Aodh Og O’Tuama grew up in a family of poets, musicians and writers. He received his degree in Music from University College Cork, Ireland and received a Fellowship from Stanford University in California in Medieval and Renaissance performance.

Christy Martin grew up in a family of musicians and dancers. From the age of 15, she studied North Indian Sitar for 10 years, 5 of them with a student of master Sitarist Ravi Shankar. She began playing the Hammered Dulcimer in her 20’s and has studied with Maggie Sansone, Dan Duggan, Cliff Moses, Robin Petrie, Tony Elman and Glen Morgan.

Anytime Everyone, Anywhere,

The pair will be in Curry County at the following locations: Chetco Community Public Library, Brookings WEDNESDAY: MARCH 5, 2025 5:30 – 7:00pm

Curry Public Library, Gold Beach

THURSDAY: MARCH 6, 2025

5:30 – 6:30pm

Port Orford Library, Port Orford

SATURDAY: MARCH 8, 2025 2:30 – 4:00PM

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