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Sheriff, deputy named in wrongful death lawsuit By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

Three months after a grand jury cleared a Polk County deputy in a fatal officer-involved shooting, the family of the slain man has filed a $28.5 million wrongful death lawsuit. The families of Isaac Ivan Ocegueda, 18, and a 17-year-old female, filed a civil suit in federal court Jan. 19 naming Sheriff Mark Garton and Dept. Michael Smith. Ocegueda was fatally shot, and the female youth shot in the when while they waited in a van picking

up friend Jose Corral-Zavala, 19, who exchanged gunfire with Smith following a pursuit on Highway 22 involving multiple law enforcement agencies Sept. 22. The suit stems from an incident involving Corral-Zavala who fled the Independence Police Department during an attempted traffic stop on Highway 51. According to the Oregon State Patrol report, multiple agencies joined the pursuit. Deployed spike strips, set by Polk County deputies about a mile south Highway 22, failed to stop CorralZavala’s fleeing vehicle. His BMW

later crashed into a driveway about three miles away. A gold minivan appeared on the scene, driven by Ocegueda, who attempted to pick up Corral-Zavala. According to the OSP, Smith, who has been with the sheriff’s office since 2016, spotted Corral-Zavala on the side of the road and ordered him to “show me your hands.” According to the OSP, instead of giving up, Corral-Zavala began firing at officers, striking Smith in the ankle. As Corral-Zavala ducked behind the passenger side of the minivan, Smith returned fire, before

it drove away. The van later crashed into house nearby. The OSP reported Ocegueda was found deceased in the driver’s seat, with a gunshot wound to his chest, and the 17-year-old female with a gunshot wound to the leg. The civil lawsuit tells a different story. The suit alleges that Corral-Zavala ceased shooting as he ran south across Highway 22 and entered the passenger side of the van. Several seconds after the gunfire had stopped, Smith advanced on the van and without warning, fired

Polk County unveils new Community Resource Center By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

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Polk County Commissioner Craig Pope describes the five-year journey it took to develop a centralized location for many service providers at the new Community Resource Center in Monmouth. four to five different programs of Community Action Agency. In addition, he said the Ella Curran Food Bank will also have a

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Multiple services centralized under one roof

The new structure at 1407 Monmouth Independence Highway is more than an office building. It’s a long-awaited home for overlapping services for Polk County residents. The smell of new paint and carpet was still fresh as the community was invited in to inspect the setting during an open house Jan. 30. Brent DeMoe, Director of Polk County Family & Community Outreach, said not only is his entire department moving into the new space, but several other regional partners will also be joining them, offering services to those in need. He ticked off all the resources now available under one roof, including the Oregon Department of Human Service Self Sufficiency, OHSU School of Nursing, Northwest Senior and Disability Services, Polk Free Clinics, Small Town Pediatrics, Catholic Community Services, West Valley Housing Authority, Polk County Public Health’s WIC program, WorkSource Oregon and about

three shots in the direction of where he guessed Corral-Zavala may be located, according to the suit. One round hit Ocegueda in his back and another the youth in her left leg, the suit details. “Defendant Smith used an aggressive covering fire tactic commonly taught in the military and designed to cause your ‘enemy’ to take cover, while the shooter maneuvers towards the ‘enemy’ aggressively,” the suit read.

stocked food pantry open five days a to have them all right here,” DeMoe week here. said, shouting to be heard by a large “Typically, a family would have to drive to 10 different buildings to See NEW, page A6 get those services and our dream was

A Dallas man was killed in a farming accident south of Corvallis Feb. 1. At 2:45 p.m., the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Corvallis Fire Department, responded to a report of an incident at a dairy farm south of Corvallis, in which a male lost his life. According to the BCSO, deputies arrived and located David Breyman III, 56, of Dallas, who was unconscious, not breathing, and did not have a pulse. Deputies and citizens on scene attempted lifesaving efforts but were unsuccessful. Corvalis Fire Department personnel arrived soon after and were able to assist in getting Breyman unpinned by removing part of the wall. They also attempted life saving measures without success, the BCSO said. According to investigators, the incident involved a truck carrying 27 tons of corn meal feed. Breyman was alone and in the process of unloading the feed by using the trailer’s unloading mechanism. It See DALLAS, page A7

County jail completes security camera system upgrade helping staff monitor the jail, inside and out. Polk County used $1.5 million, It’s been 18 months in the making, mostly from ARPA funds, to pay to but the Polk County Jail completed replace 130 aging cameras that techits first upgrade of its security camnology was passing by. era system since the facility was “All the previous cameras were built in 1999. analog, so we had to run all coaxial Sheriff Mark Garton said the cable,” Garton said. “That’s a lot, so new cameras and security system now everything is done by ethernet. upgrades just about every aspect of That’s a lot easier.”

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NEWS Representative Salinas visits Grand Ronde BRIEFS to celebrate new law AAUW hosts Speech Trek Contest

The American Association of University Women Salem Branch hosts the 7th annual Speech Trek Contest. Winners receive cash prizes of $500, $300 and $200 and will be announced March 9, from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Chemeketa Community College, Bldg. 60, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem. The contest, with the topic “Challenges to Education” is open to girls in Marion and Polk counties in grades 9-12. Complete an online application form at salem-or.aauw.net by Feb. 18 no later than 11:59 p.m. For more informaiton, call (503) 507-7132 or email joan97338@yahoo. com.

Monmouth presents Love Local

Love Local returns for the month of February in Monmouth. Shop at one of the eligible businesses through the month of February, save your receipts and send in copies for up to $30 off your Monmouth Power and Light utility bill. Purchases must be at least $20 and receipts must be submitted by Feb. 29. For more information and full list of eligible businesses, go to www.ci.monmouth.or.us/newsview. aspx?nid=6106.

DDA seeks input for Taste of Dallas

Hey Dallas restaurants and food-based businesses. Do you want to highlight a new menu item? Or get some new customers in your door? The Downtown Dallas Association needs your help. The DDA is planning a “Taste of Dallas,” but needs to know how this will best fit your needs. Please take a short online survey at https:// forms.gle/bBhYASBTTR1bK1kF9 help make this event a good time for all.

IPD participating in seat belt enforcement campaign

Independence police will join agencies across the state for focused enforcement of proper seat belt and car seat use. Through Feb. 11, law enforcement agencies will use federally funded overtime to educate the public about safety belt and child seat laws including a law passed in 2017 requiring children to ride in a rear-facing safety seat until they are at least two years old. ODOT crash data for 2021 shows lack of safety belt or child restraint use was a factor in 32% or 119 of a total 377 motor vehicle occupant fatalities. Of the 26,325 passenger vehicle occupants killed in the United States in 2021, 50% were not wearing seat belts. This enforcement is made possible thanks to federal funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon Impact.

Bill amends Grand Ronde Reservation Act On Jan. 23, U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06) visited the Grand Ronde Community to meet with members of the tribe and celebrate the passage of her bill, the Grand Ronde Reservation Act Amendment, which was signed into law by the president on Dec. 26, 2023. During her visit, Salinas also toured a new facility that will house the Tribe’s language immersion programs. “It was great meeting with members of the Grand Ronde Community last week to celebrate the Grand Ronde Reservation Act Amendment becoming law,” Salinas said. “After decades of injustice, the Grand Ronde Tribe finally has the right to pursue land claims and compensation once again. I am so honored to have championed this important legislation along with (Oregon U.S.) Senator Jeff Merkley and the entire Oregon delegation.” Introduced by Salinas and Merkley, the Grand Ronde Reservation Act Amendment corrects a drafting error in a 1994 legislative amendment to the Grand Ronde Reservation

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Rep. Andrea Salinas is joined Jan. 23 after a tour of the Grand Ronde Community by (from left) Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy, Council Member Lisa Leno, Vice Chair of Grand Ronde Chris Mercier, Council Member Brenda Tuomi, Council Member Jon George, Council Member Kathleen George, and Secretary of Grand Ronde Michael Cherry. Act, which authorized a land exchange requiring the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to compensate the Grand Ronde Tribe for an 84-acre survey error by the federal government. The survey error occurred around 1871 and was not discovered by the Bureau of Land Management until 1988. In 1994, in pursuing federal legislation to rectify

the error, an amendment was made to the bill at the time that further prohibited the Tribe from making any additional land claims if new errors were ever discovered. “We cannot express what this amendment to the Grand Ronde Reservation Act means to us as a Tribe and a people,” said Grand Ronde Chairwoman Cheryle A.

Kennedy. “This amendment is about restoring equity to the Tribe while correcting a wrong and we are forever grateful to those that worked to make this legislation law.” The legislation puts an end to this inequitable restriction on the tribe so that they may pursue recourse if additional survey errors are found. In case additional survey errors

are discovered, this legislation to amend the Grand Ronde Reservation Act replaces the phrase “lands within the State of Oregon” with the phrase “the 84 acres known as the Thompson Strip,” clarifying that they are only prohibited from making additional land claims to the area known as the Thompson Strip.

Grant program intends to get people into Monmouth parks By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

Grant funding is available to those who want to bring recreational opportunities to Monmouth and its 10 public parks. Grants are limited to roughly $1,000 per applicant, and no more than $5,000 total for the funding cycle. The $5,000 figure doubles what was available last year in grants. Increased costs related to insurance and other expenditures were cited as reasons for the larger grant awards. Intent is to help answer the question, “where is the ‘recreation’ in Monmouth Parks and Recreation,” said Public Works Director Russ Cooper. “Monmouth has wonderful parks throughout the town, but we don’t provide a formal recreation component. These mini grants offer that opportunity to expand and provide recreational opportunities to our residents,” he added. Mini grants also provide the public with more say in what recreational programs are offered. “The goal of the program is to give citizens and organizations the opportunity to have

input, to have an opportunity to take their idea and have a little bit of money, seed money, to make it a reality, while providing additional recreational opportunities for the community,” said Mark Medel, chairperson, Parks and Recreation Board. The city provides financing and venues. Grant recipients provide the ideas. “(Grant) applicants anticipate that the recreation opportunity they are proposing will meet a need that doesn’t exist in our community,” Cooper said. Public use of the city’s park system appears to be trending upward. “The biggest change that I have noticed … is the desire for park space to be available for event space, too,” Cooper said. “This trend has increased the use of our picnic structures, but also the open spaces. There has been an increase in festivals, concerts and large group gatherings, like family reunions.” The grant program has been around for years. Long enough, in fact, to have provided funds for the city’s highly successful Fourth of

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Give blood in honor of black history

During Black History Month this February, the American Red Cross honors the significant achievements of Black Americans and the vital role blood donations from individuals who are Black play in meeting the transfusion needs of patients and those with sickle cell disease. Currently, the Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, and donors are urged to give blood or platelets as soon as possible to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not delayed. With the theme “Black Excellence Is in Our Blood,” the Red Cross honors the vibrant legacies of trailblazers whose collaborative spirit of excellence continue to shape the organization’s humanitarian mission: - Frederick Douglass, a prominent Black abolitionist and author who escaped slavery, supported Clara Barton’s efforts to establish the American Red Cross. Having been impressed by Barton’s aid to soldiers who were Black during the Civil War and her desire to improve the protection of the wounded during wartime, Douglass signed the original Articles of Incorporation for the Red Cross in 1881. February is designated as Black History Month to honor Douglass’ birthday on Feb. 14. - Howard University, one of the nation’s top historically Black colleges and universities, formed its Red Cross Unit in March 1917 under the leadership of Red Crosser Hallie E. Queen. Determined to aid the war effort, students met daily to make 1,000 hospital supplies before the semester ended and coordinated entertainment for Black soldiers stationed at Fort Meade. Howard University carries on this tradition today through its Red Cross Club, which hosts blood drives and completes community service projects. - Dr. Charles R. Drew, a surgeon and pioneer of modern blood banking, was named the first medical director of the Red Cross National Blood Collection Program in 1941. His work with the Red Cross helped save the lives of hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians during World War II. Dr. Drew’s efforts to increase the blood supply led to the use of bloodmobiles and other collection, preservation and distribution processes still used today. To experience their stories and more, see an inspiring video online at www.youtube. com/watch?v=6nlSUZWrBYk. Commemorate Black History Month by rolling up a sleeve to give blood or platelets. Use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org/OurBlood or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment today. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma in February will receive a $20 Amazon.com gift card by email. To help rebuild the blood supply this winter and recognize Black History Month, you are encouraged to make an appointment to donate blood at the following blood drives: - Feb. 19, 12:30- 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 879 SW Levens St., Dallas - Feb. 27, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Polk Count Fire District #1, 1800 Monmouth St., Independence

Oregon Supreme Court bars Republican senators who participated in walkout from reelection Dallas’s Brian Boquist among senators ineligible to run for reelection By JULIA SHUMWAY Oregon Capital Chronicle

Republican senators who participated last year in the longest walkout in state history cannot seek reelection in 2024 or 2026, the Oregon Supreme Court ruled Thursday. In a unanimous decision, the court rejected arguments from five Republican senators that Measure 113, a voter-approved 2022 law meant to dissuade lawmakers from walking out and shutting down the legislative process, was poorly worded and would give them another term in office. Instead, the court agreed with state attorneys, who urged justices to consider voters’ intent with the 2022 law, which bars any lawmaker with 10 or more unexcused absences from serving another term. “Because the text is capable of supporting the secretary’s interpretation, and considering the clear import of the ballot title and explanatory statement in this case, we agree with the secretary that voters would have understood the amendment to mean that a legislator with 10 or more unexcused absences during a legislative session would be disqualified from holding legislative office during the immediate next term, rather than the term after that,” the ruling said. The ruling means 10 Republican senators – onethird of the Senate – are ineligible for reelection. Two of the 10, Sens. Bill Hansell of Athena and Lynn Findley of Vale, already planned to retire. Four others – Sens. Daniel Bonham of The Dalles, Cedric Hayden of Fall Creek, Kim Thatcher of Keizer and Suzanne Weber of Tillamook – were elected to four-year terms in 2022 and will serve until January 2027. And four, including Senate Minority Leader Tim Knopp, R-Bend, must end their Senate careers – at least temporarily – in January. Knopp and Sens. Brian Boquist of Dallas, Dennis Linthicum of Klamath Falls and Art Robinson of Cave Junction all tried to file for reelection last year and were waiting on the outcome of the court case. Each previously designated a successor if they were barred from running. Robinson and Linthicum

chose family members: Robinson’s son Noah and Linthicum’s wife, Diane, both filed for office last year. Dundee City Councilor and former Republican lawmaker Bruce Starr, a Boquist supporter, filed to run for Boquist’s seat. And Knopp earlier this month endorsed Shannon Monihan, executive director of the Downtown Bend Business Association, to run in his stead. Boquist told the ItemizerObserver he was not surprised by the ruling considering the makeup of Oregon’s judiciary “No surprise on the elected Oregon Supreme Court in which every statewide, including these judges, are Democrats,” Boquist said by email. “The court ruling goes well beyond this case to every previous and future Oregon Supreme Court case. They have reversed from ‘word of the law’ to intent which is a 180 degree reversal of court history.” The ruling has immediate implications for the upcoming legislative session, which began Monday. Democrats need at least three Republican senators to show up each day to conduct business because of the Legislature’s twothirds quorum requirement, and Knopp told reporters Wednesday that Democrats would need to entice lameduck Republicans to participate if the Supreme Court ruled against them. “If the court sides with us, it’s a clear victory,” Knopp said. “If it doesn’t, I think we still win because our members literally have no reason to show up, and so in order for them to show up, they’re going to want to see that they’re going to be able to make a difference.”

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Sen. Brian Boquist, then I-Dallas, sits on the Senate floor in December 2022.

would more clearly support petitioners’ reading – and weaken the secretary’s reading – if it referred to ‘the term following the election [that occurs] after the member’s current term is completed.’” With ambiguous language, the Supreme Court looked at the materials voters saw when they made their decision in 2022: the ballot title and state-issued voters’ pamphlet. The attorney general drafts a ballot title, including a 15-word caption and summary of what a “yes” and “no” vote will mean, for each initiative that goes before voters. Ballots have to include that summary, not the actual text of a proposed law or constitutional amendment. For the walkout measure, the caption read: “Legislators with 10 unexcused absences from floor sessions disqualified from holding next term of office.” And it described the results of a “yes” vote as disqualifying legislators with 10 unexcused absences “from holding office for term following current term of office.” The voters’ pamphlet similarly described the measure Thirteen words similarly, as did contemporary The lawsuit depended on news coverage. Linthicum, how justices would interpret just 13 words of the 2022 law, one of the senators involved in the lawsuit, was part of which stated that lawmakers a bipartisan committee that with 10 or more unexcused crafted a 500-word explanaabsences would be ineligitory statement for the voters’ ble for office “for the term pamphlet. following the election after “Reading the text of the the member’s current term is completed.” Legislative terms amendment in light of the ballot title and the voters’ end the January following a pamphlet, voters would have November election, so the Republican senators who sued understood the disqualification to apply to the term of argued that the six senators who participated in the walk- office immediately following the term in which a legislator out and were up for election accrued or more unexcused in 2024 would be allowed absences,” the justices wrote. to run in 2024. Their current Secretary of State LaVonne terms end in January 2025, so Griffin-Valade thanked the they argued that they would court for providing clarity. be ineligible to run in 2028. “I’ve said from the begin“The text of the amendment does not unambiguously sup- ning my intention was to port either interpretation,” the support the will of the voters,” court’s opinion said. “The text she said in a statement. “It

was clear to me that voters intended for legislators with a certain number of absences in a legislative session to be immediately disqualified from seeking reelection.”

“This ruling upholds the intent of Oregon voters; politicians need to do their jobs or lose their jobs,” she said. “They need to play by the same rules as everyone else. We appreciate the Oregon Republicans slam Supreme Court’s justices for decision, others taking up and resolving this celebrate frivolous legal challenge.” Knopp and fellow senaReed Scott-Schwalbach, tors were quick to criticize president of the Oregon the decision, and slam the Education Association, added Supreme Court as “Democratthat voters across the political stacked.” Every justice who spectrum supported Measure participated in the decision 113. was appointed by former “These senators didn’t Democratic Gov. Kate just walk away from their Brown. (Justice Aruna Masih, jobs, they walked away from appointed by Democratic Oregon students who rely on Gov. Tina Kotek, sat out the the Legislature to function and decision.) the thousands of Oregonians “I’m disappointed but who clearly said that we can’t say I’m surprised that expect politicians to show up a court of judges appointed and keep our state moving solely by Governor Brown forward,” Scott-Schwalbach and Governor Kotek would rule in favor of political rhet- said. A separate federal court oric rather than their own precedent,” Weber said. “The challenge is continuing, though a federal judge in only winners in this case are Democrat politicians and their December denied a preliminary injunction that would union backers.” have allowed Boquist, Knopp said senators obviously disagree with the ruling, Linthicum and Hayden to run adding “But more importantly, for reelection. “We expect a ruling from we are deeply disturbed by the the Ninth Circuit Court of chilling impact this decision Appeals in the federal case will have to crush dissent.” in February,” Boquist wrote And Bonham said every in a Thursday email to fellow lawyer he’s heard from, Republicans “The court has regardless of political leanings, agreed with the senators’ committed to rule before the primary election cutoff position. “The language incorporated date. We appear to be the last remaining effort for which I into the Oregon constitution was clear and yet the Supreme will start looking for assistance to aid in the defense of Court ruled that voter intent, constitutional rights.” which cannot be determined Hayden, a Seventh-day by any metric, supersedes the Adventist who doesn’t work constitution,” he said. “There Saturdays because of his reliis no justice in a political gious beliefs, has also filed a court.” workplace complaint with the The union leaders who Oregon Bureau of Labor and backed Measure 113 praised Industries. That investigation the ruling. Andrea Kennedywill conclude by May. Smith, the former vice president of Service Employees Reporter David Hayes conInternational Union Local 503, described the lawsuit as a tributed to this story. “frivolous legal challenge. 1145 Edgewater St. N.W. Salem, OR 97304 petetcsalem.com

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The Great Disruption – climate migration By PHILIP S. WENZ

Climate change this century is going to alter economic geography… — Gaia Vince, “Nomad Century”

population of 10 billion people is much less so. While, as Vince maintains, the recently warmed zones could have sufficient living space for everyone, agriculture would be severely constrained. The Canadian Shield (55ºN and above) is mostly glacier-scraped rock with little arable soil. And although temperatures in the far north would clearly be warmer, sunlight is limited and the growing season is short. Permafrost, mostly melted to slush by then, is unlikely to support much traditional agriculture. And fishing whatever stocks remain in our increasingly acidified oceans is also a dubious proposition. Additionally, where would we find the materials to build megacities on a planet bereft of forests? Then there’s the plausibility of Vince’s kumbaya society of the future. Of course she’s right — we “should” understand that we’re all in the same sinking boat and change our tribal ways before most of us slip beneath the surface. Before chaos reigns. But when I think of Vince’s “Nomad Century,” an unfortunate image from a recent news article comes to mind. It’s that of a man standing on the U.S. side of our southern border holding a cardboard sign that reads, “Cross Here Over My Dead Body.” When I recall the roughly 100 books I’ve read on the environmental crisis that propose future scenarios ranging from human extinction to our technofix salvation to our transformation into a gentle, equitable society of earth stewards, the title of one volume keeps surfacing. That’s “The Great Disruption” by the Australian environmentalist Paul Gilding. Distressingly, what we can expect from global mass migration is xenophobia, competition for resources, abandoned regions, extensive human trafficking, crashing economies — unmitigated disruption. Potentially, we could evolve to create Vince’s utopian society. But not until our population is voluntarily or forcefully slashed and we learn to cope with disruption at our ecological house.

Can migrating to escape unlivable climate conditions be a good thing? According the book “Nomad Century” by British environmental writer Gaia Vince, the answer is yes — if we view migrations as an economic opportunity, change our definition of nation states and their borders and smoothly relocate most of the world’s population north of the 50th parallel. In her book, Vince tell us, correctly, that coastal lowland flooding, excessive heat, extended drought and so on will push billions of people out of their homes in the coming century. (The U.N. estimates that there will be 1.2 billion climate migrants by 2050, three billion by 2100.) Vince supplies maps that show global “belts of habitability,” circa 2100, extending around the planet. Most of the areas occupied today are shown as overly hot and humid equatorial zones or massive deserts in former temperate zones, both unfit for human habitation. The remaining habitable regions include Canada, Alaska and Northern Russia and New Zealand, Patagonia and thawing regions of Antarctica. Over the next century, virtually everyone living in the uninhabitable zones will relocate, quickly, to these newly warmed regions where they will settle, build new megacities and feed themselves by growing wheat and fishing. This inevitable transition will happen peacefully as the economic benefits of allowing billions of new workers to move into or pass through settled countries become clear to humanity as a whole. And when a new world order of cooperation is born, not of idealism but of necessity if we want our species to survive, it will replace our current parochial modes of thinking and dealing with each other. Indeed. The idea that most of the earth, except for a few far northern and southern regions, could become uninhabitable is plausible. The idea Philip S. Wenz studies environthat the remaining habitable areas mental trends and developments. Visit his blog at Firebird Journal could feed and house anything approximating tomorrow’s projected (firebirdjournal.com).

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also told a low barrier compound It is not sensible to criticize Homeless (allowing anyone regardless of men- Mordhorst or Gordon for a decision compound in Dallas tal health issues, drug use, criminal made by others. Carol Christ activity including violent crimes will cause more Dallas and rape) is going to be built for problems than solve them here. This is what the county In Dallas, the proposal for a commissioners have brought to Polk Falls City couple Church at The Park (C@P) LowCounty and to Dallas specifically by Barrier Homeless Compound raises partnering with Church @ the Park. needs help after significant concerns. A low-barrier The commissioners are also on shelter, by design, imposes minimal barn fire the board of these “charity groups.” requirements for entry, accepting

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• A UCLA study determined that football players with lower jersey numbers are perceived as slimmer and faster than their teammates with higher jersey digits. • The Sullivan Ordinance of 1908 in New York City aimed to prohibit women from smoking in public places, sparking not just widespread debate about women’s rights, but marking a symbolic battleground for female activists dedicated to gender

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equality. The law was vetoed by Mayor George B. McClellan Jr. just two weeks later. • When Kentucky Fried Chicken expanded its operations to China in the 1980s, the food chain’s iconic slogan -- “It’s finger-lickin’ good!” -- was mistakenly, if amusingly, translated in Mandarin to “Eat your fingers off.” • King Charles III was the first British royal to go to a traditional school. • During the Napoleonic campaigns in the early 19th century, French soldiers observed an odd condition among many local Egyptian men, who reported blood in their urine, leading to the misnomer label “the land of the menstruating men.” The actual cause was the parasitic disease schistosomiasis. • Some scientists make a habit of consuming the organisms they study, a practice that dates to Charles Darwin’s sampling of exotic animals such as pumas and iguanas during his voyages. ••• Thought for the Day: “It’s no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.” – Lewis Carroll

individuals regardless of substance use, mental health status, or criminal background. This inclusivity, while noble in intent, overlooks the complex needs of this demographic and the broader implications for community safety and well-being. Drawing on data from various sources, including C@P literature and regional homelessness studies, the argument against establishing such a facility in Dallas is grounded in both statistical and experiential evidence. Despite C@P’s claim of sheltering 502 people in 2023 with a 34% success rate in leading residents to positive destinations, the definition of “success” remains vague and potentially misleading. Dallas, with a relatively small unsheltered population of 31 out of 17,285 residents, is ill-suited for a 40-bed compound that operates on a 90-day turnover. Not only does this approach risk importing homelessness from outside areas, but it also poses a significant risk of increasing the unsheltered population in Dallas due to the projected 35% failure rate of residents to achieve long-term stability. Experts advocate for more comprehensive solutions, emphasizing the need for long-term treatment facilities over temporary housing-first strategies. The potential for increased crime, strain on local services, and negative impacts on community health and safety, particularly near schools, cannot be overlooked. In essence, while the homelessness crisis demands action, the low-barrier model proposed by C@P for Dallas risks exacerbating the problem rather than solving it. Micky Garus Dallas

Homeless compound being built on bad faith

You can’t drive from one end of Dallas to the other without seeing individuals with carts piled high and squatting in front of businesses. Twelve months ago that was not an issue and it is not a natural phenomena. It has been thrust upon our community to disburse the homeless from the metropolitan areas to the rural areas. The people coming here have been told a lie that there are services here for them, those services were just moved to Monmouth. They are

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That, at best, is a conflict of interest to us, their constituents. Having unvetted individuals brought into our community, (not Polk county residents) is having a negative impact on the health and safety of our community that live, have businesses and pay taxes here. Our children are having to walk past these vagrants and their drugs and needles on their way to and from school, there is an extra drain on our already limited emergency services. Dallas is broke. The federal grant money of $1.5 million for C@P is what is corrupting these individuals. Join with us and recall commissioners Gordon and Mordhorst. Sheila Runkle Dallas

Two county commissioners uninvolved in treasurer’s duty history

It is clear from the following timeline that Lyle Mordhorst and Jeremy Gordon had nothing to do with the 2016 decision to change the Polk County Treasurer’s duties. They became Commissioners later. • 2010. Craig Pope was elected to the Polk County Board of Commissioners (BOC). Re-elected in 2014, 2018, 2022. Current term is 2022 - 2026. Position 2. • February 3, 2016. The BOC reduced the Treasurer’s responsibilities. They established a Finance Manager position to perform financial administrative duties for the County. Three commissioners Jennifer Wheeler, Craig Pope, Mike Ainsworth - signed this decision. • In January 2019, after Wheeler had resigned as commissioner, the BOC (Pope and Ainsworth) appointed Lyle Mordhorst. He was elected in May 2020. Current term is 2020 - 2024. Position 1. • In August 2021, after Ainsworth had resigned as commissioner, the BOC (Pope and Mordhorst) appointed Jeremy Gordon. He was elected in May 2022. Current term is 2022 - 2026. Position 3. HOW TO REACH US Frank Perea II | Publisher fperea@countrymedia.net

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A few months back, the I-O did a story on Micke Kidd, principal at Falls City High School. He and his wife Jami are pillars of the Falls City community, helping out everyone and anyone in need. Now they need help. Their newly-finished barn burned to the ground during the recent snow event and in addition to losing the structure, they lost all their equipment and winter hay. Thankfully the horses, cows and goats are all safe and no people were injured. But they have lost too much and need assistance. These people do so much for others! The Falls City community is working to help them out with a GoFundMe account (see below) but it’s wise to know when needs exceed abilities to tackle something without outside help. A GoFundMe has been set up at https://gofund.me/fac7790d with details for anyone who might be able to assist, and thank you very much, in advance, for your time and attention. It will be so greatly appreciated. Allison Hamilton Dallas

Letter writers show county becoming more moderate

I was impressed by the quality, tone and subject matter of the “Letters To The Editor” in the Jan. 31 Polk County Itemizer Observer. (These are really “Letters To The Community”, you know!) Four of the five letters published expressed a moderate or progressive point of view. I totally agree with Mr. Derouin’s point of view towards taxes, fees and the Kicker. Remember, the financial pickle we are in, in Oregon was created by misguided legislation such as Measure 5 and Measure 50. Ms. Glatt and Mr. Parker wrote heartfelt letters about Presidential politics. Mr. Ellingson wrote about climate change and the direction we need to meet this challenge. Is it possible that Dallas and Polk County will finally overcome their outdated ultra-conservative reputations and be moving towards a more moderate, or even progressive, community more in-line with society?! I have my fingers crossed! Joe Koubek Dallas, Oregon DISPLAY ADVERTISING Frank Perea II | Director of Sales Karen Sanks | Advert.Exec ksanks@polkio.com

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Second tax installment payment due Feb. 15

The Polk County Tax Office reminds taxpayers who pay their property taxes in trimester payments that the second installment is due by Feb. 15. Payments may be mailed, placed in the payment drop box in the courthouse parking lot, or in person at the Tax Office. Credit card and e-check payments may be made online at www.co.polk.or.us and select Pay Property Tax, or by phone 1-866-215-1835. There is a 2.49% convenience fee on credit/debit transactions, or payment by e-check is $2. Payments that are mailed MUST bear the Feb. 15 postmark to avoid interest.

Wyden brings 2024 town hall tour to Dallas

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden continues his 2024 town hall schedule in Dallas before continuing on to Lincoln, Tillamook, Clatsop, and Josephine counties in February. Including his seven town halls in January, Wyden has held a total of 1,072 town halls throughout Oregon in fulfillment of his pledge to hold at least one town hall each year in each of Oregon’s 36 counties. “I made a commitment when I was first elected to the Senate to hold these open-to-all town halls in the ongoing spirit of the ‘Oregon Way’ where anybody can ask questions, share opinions and suggest ideas,” Wyden said. “These town halls are incredibly important to get my ear to the ground and listen to what is most important to Oregonians.” The schedule for the upcoming town halls is as follows: - Polk County: 4:30 p.m., Feb. 9, Nesmith Readiness Center, 12830 Westview Dr., Dallas - Lincoln County: 12 p.m., Feb. 10, Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City - Tillamook County: 4 p.m., Feb. 10, Port of Tillamook Bay Officers Mess Hall, 6825 Officer’s Row Rd., Tillamook - Clatsop County: 12 p.m., Feb. 11, Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr., Astoria - Josephine County: 3:30 p.m., Feb. 12, Rogue Community College (RCC) Redwood Campus, 3345 Redwood Hwy, Grants Pass

Dallas Downtown Association seeks suggestions

The Dallas Downtown Association is excited to announce their community movie nights will be returning in 2024. This year, the DOA is partnering directly with Dallas Cinema to provide three movie nights to the community in March, October, and December. Additionally, they will be hosting an outdoor movie screening on Aug. 17 at the Rotary Amphitheater. Before then, the DDA needs your help. Tell them what movies you’d like to see, by using an online form at https://forms.gle/ SAMr9syG67wE9hBB6. The form will be open until Feb. 29 - please keep in mind potential movies that might fit our October and December screenings. Each movie screening will be free, but seating is limited. Tickets will be available for reservation 30 minutes before the show, and are on a firstcome, first-serve basis at the box office. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Community Calendar Feb.7 - Feb. 14 • 1 p.m, - Tai Chi w/Cheryl, Monmouth Public Library, Monmouth Senior Center 168 Ecols St. S. • 6:30 p.m. - New • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Horizons Orchestra, Senior Center Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. – Polk County Commissioners meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 13 Polk County Commissioners’ • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Conference Room, 850 Main Senior Center St., Dallas • 9 a.m. – Polk County • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Commissioners Work Monmouth Senior Center Session, Polk County • 9:30 a.m. Commissioners’ Conference Independence Municipal Room, 950 Main St., Dallas Court, City Hall, 555 South • 10:30 a.m., - Low Impact Main St. Exercise, Dallas Area Senior • 10 a.m. – Four Handed Saturday, Feb. 10 Center Pinochle, Dallas Area Senior • 2 p.m. - Live Music: • 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Center John Collison/Garry Storytime, for ages 5 and • 10 a.m. - Tai Chi, Meziere, Redgate Winery, under, Dallas Public Library, Monmouth Senior Center 8175 Buena Vista Road, 950 Main St. • 10:30 a.m. - Little Bitty Independence • 10:30 a.m. - Family Storytime, for babies and • 6 p.m. - Live Music: Storytime, Monmouth Public young toddlers, Dallas Public Roundhouse, Redgate Library, 168 Ecols St. S. Library, 950 Main St. Winery, 8175 Buena Vista • 11 a.m. - Alzheimer’s • 10:30 a.m. – Road, Independence Support Group, Dallas Area Independence Library • 9 p.m. - Hell on Heels Senior Center Storytime, 175 Monmouth St. Valentines Drag Show, Two • 11:15 a.m., - Low Impact • 11:30 a.m. – Mahjong, Wolves Tap Room, 171 SW Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Dallas Area Senior Center Court St., Dallas, $10 cover Center • 1 p.m. - Ten Minute Sunday, Feb. 11 • 12 p.m. - Pinochle/ Writing, Monmouth Senior • 2 p.m. Live Music: Ponytail, Monmouth Senior Center Orvil Ivie, Redgate Winery, Center • 5:30 p.m. - Heritage 8175 Buena Vista Road, • 1:30 p.m. - Bunco, Dallas Museum Advisory Board Independence Friday, Feb. 9 Area Senior Center meeting, Heritage Museum, • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth 281 S 2nd St., Independence • 5 p.m. Shrove Tuesday Monday, Feb. 12 Senior Center • 6 p.m. - Monmouth Pancake Dinner, St. Thomas • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Parks & Recreation Board Episcopal Church 1486 SW Senior Center Monmouth Senior Center meeting, Monmouth Public Levens St., Dallas • 8:30 a.m. - Dallas Area • 10 a.m. - Writers Works, 401 Hogan Road • 6 p.m. Bingo Night, Senior Center Board of Workshop/Drawing For Fun, Directors meeting, 817 SW • 6:30 p.m. - Music Jam, West Valley Taphouse, 957 Monmouth Senior Center Monmouth Senior Center Main St., Dallas Church St. • 10 a.m. - Art Workshop/ • 6:30 p.m. - Valentines • 6:30 p.m. • 9 a.m. - Market Sale at Listening Ear, Dallas Senior Night, featuring Moonlight the Rickreall Grange, 280 N. Independence City Council Center meeting, City Hall, 555 South Theatre and Lora Michele Thursday, Feb.8 Pacific Highway West • 1 p.m. - Tai Chi w/ Dance Studio, with live • 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Main St. • 10 a.m. - Cards/Games, Cheryl/Bingo, Monmouth music, dance, desert and Senior Center Dallas Area Senior Center Wednesday, Feb. 14 Senior Center open bar, 939 Main St., • 10:15 a.m. - Low Impact • 10 a.m. - ASL Class/Hand • 7 a.m. - Monmouth • 1 p.m. - Art Afternoon, Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Dallas, $25 per person & Foot clinic, Monmouth Senior Center Monmouth Senior Center Library Board meeting, Center

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• 8 a.m. - Yoga, Monmouth Senior Center • 9 a.m. – Polk County Commissioners meeting, Polk County Commissioners’ Conference Room, 850 Main St., Dallas • 9 a.m. - Stretch Exercise, Monmouth Senior Center • 9:30 a.m. Independence Municipal Court, City Hall, 555 South Main St. • 10 a.m. – Four Handed Pinochle, Dallas Area Senior Center • 10 a.m. - Tai Chi, Monmouth Senior Center • 10:30 a.m. - Little Bitty Storytime, for babies and young toddlers, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. • 10:30 a.m. – Independence Library Storytime, 175 Monmouth St. • 11:30 a.m. – Mahjong, Dallas Area Senior Center • 12 p.m. - Valentine Card Making, Monmouth Senior Center • 1 p.m. - Ten Minute Writing, Monmouth Senior Center • 6:30 p.m. - Music Jam, Monmouth Senior Center • 6:30 p.m. - Open Mic Night, Brew Coffee & Tap House, 211 S. Main St., Independence • 7 p.m. - Monmouth Planning Commission meeting, Volunteer Hall, 144 South Warren St.

• 10:30 a.m. - Songs, bounces and rhymes, for ages under 2, Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S. • 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Storytime, for ages 5 and under, Dallas Public Library, 950 Main St. • 11 a.m. - Simple games/ Walking Club, Monmouth Senior Center • 11:15 a.m., - Low Impact Exercise, Dallas Area Senior Center • 11:30 a.m. - Lunch Bunch, Dallas Area Senior Center • 12 p.m. - Bridge, Dallas Area Senior Center • 12 p.m. - Pinochle, Monmouth Senior Center • 1 p.m. - Knitting/Needle Craft, Monmouth Senior Center • 5:30 p.m. - Thursday Pinball Tournaments, West Valley Taphouse, 957 Main St., Dallas • 6:30 p.m. Independence Days Commission meeting, City Hall, 555 South Main St.

• 10 a.m. – Six handed Pinochle/Art Workshop, Dallas Area Senior Center • 6 p.m. - Live Music: Midnight Express, Redgate Winery, 8175 Buena Vista Road, Independence • 6:30 p.m. - Acoustic Music Jam, Guthrie Park, 4320 Kings Valley Highway S. • 8 p.m. - Dance Party Night, Lora Michele Dance Studio, 939 Main St., Dallas, $15 per person

Community Briefs dessert, dancing and an open bar Feb. 14. The entertainment features music by Moonfall Theatre and dancThe Polk County Republicans will meet at 6:30 ing by Lora Michelle Dance pm Feb. 8 at Dallas High Studio. Admission is $25 and School in the library, 1250 SE the doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Holman Ave. On the agenda is 939 Main St. Dallas. learning how to talk to NAVs For more information, go to about the differences between eventcenterdallas.com or call Democrat and Republican (503) 383-9592. platforms.

Polk County Republicans meet Feb. 8

Willamette Valley Symphony performs Feb. 17-18

The Willamette Valley Symphony, featuring musicians from Polk and Marion counties, next concert “From Darkness to Light” is at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 and 4 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Ashbrook Independent School in Corvallis. Under the direction of Artistic Director Lance Monmouth Library Inouye, “From Darkness Dallas Farmers Market hosts author to Light” will bring you seeks vendors Amy Lemco Dvorak’s Cello Concerto The Dallas Farms Market The Monmouth Public in B, Op. 104, featuring is trying its way back to the Library presents Author Talk, soloist Jason Duckles. The community and organizers orchestra will also perform are seeking vendors. Let them 6:30 p.m. Feb. 16 with Amy Beethoven’s Symphony no. Lemco, discussing her book know of any farmers, ranch“Wading In: Desegregation on 7. Come 45 minutes early ers, butchers or otherwise for a pre-concert lecture with agriculturally related business the Mississippi Gulf Coast. that are local to Dallas and The book frames the fight for Inouye to find out more about the selected music selection. the Polk County. Volunteers, beach and desegregation in committee members and other Biloxi starting with the arrival Ticket are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and older,and helping hands are needed, too. of slave ships in 1721to the free for youth under 18. To apply, go to https://linktr. protest of apartheid of Biloxi’s Purchase tickets at www.wilee/dallasorfarmersmarket. beaching in the 1950s. lamettevalleysymphony.org/ There will also bo refreshbuy-tickets. The Gate presents ments, book sales, signings Ladies Night MICC hosts Women and Q&A. Out Feb. 12 in Business The Gate Youth Association Relay for Life hosts breakfast Feb. 22 hosts Ladies Night Out for The Monmouthopen house Feb. 17 dinner and desert from 6-8 Independence Chamber of Relay for Life Kick-Off p.m., Feb. 12 at The Gate, Commerce presents Polk 1501 Monmouth St., in Open House is 1-3 p.m. Feb. County Women in Business Independence. The Gate looks 17 at the Elks Lodge, 289 at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 22 at the to promote connecting the Main St., Independence. See Independence Elks Lodge, younger and older generation what is planned for the 2024 of ladies in the community to Relay for Life of Polk County 289 S. Main St. Join the MICC for a light breakfast encourage intergenerational and how to get involved. and guest speaker presentation relationships. Join in on a There will be free samples, on “How Money Works.” night of community, games, door prizes and activities. RSVP to micc@micc-or.org. and a special message from For more information, guest speaker Amy Metzler. Northwest Roast-Fest To RSVP, go to https://the- email rfl.polk.co.or@gmail. com, go to Facebook relaygateyouth.churchcenter.com/ comes to Two Wolves forlifeofpolkcounty or their people/forms/670964. Tap Room Feb. 23 website www.relayforlife.org/ Soul of Wit presents St. Thomas Episcopal polkcoor. Northwest Roast-Fest, at 8:30

Church hosts Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner Feb. 13

A Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, with all the trimmings, will be served 5-6:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at St. Thomas Episcopal Church 1486 SW Levens St., in Dallas. Celebrate the day before Lent with pancakes, sausage, eggs and applesauce. Coffee and beverages will also be provided. Donations are appreciated.

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p.m. Feb. 23 at Two Wolves Tap Room, 171 SW Court St., in Dallas. Watch 16 comedians destroy each other, with the audience voting on the best roasts, bracket style, and winner take all. The event is ages 18 and over and requires a $10 cover charge.

Friends of Panther Baseball hosts casino night fundraiser

Friends of Panther Baseball is hosting a Central Baseball Casino Night from 6-9 p.m. March 2 at the Elks Lodge, 289 S. Main St., Independence. Tickets are $25/person, you will get $25 funny money to gamble, light dinner and drinks will be available. If you would like to go, or to make a donation, leave an instant message on the Friends of Panther Baseball Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ FriendsOfPantherBaseball.

CASA casino night fundraiser tickets available now

The CASA of Polk County’s annual Casino Night fundraiser is from 6-10 p.m. March 19 at the Werner University Center at Western Oregon University, 400 Monmouth Ave. N., Monmouth. Tickets go quickly and are available now for $75. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, unlimited free photo

booth, giveaways, door prizes and gaming. The event helps raise and funds to support Polk County’s most vulnerable children. All proceeds go toward Polk County CASA. To purchase tickets, www. casaofpolk.com or stop by their office at 580 Main St., Suite D, Dallas. To learn more, call (503) 623-8473.

Connecting Loose Threads seeks more members

Connecting Loose Threads meets Thursdays at the Monmouth Senior Community Center, 180 Warren St., in Monmouth. If you are a crafter, quilter, cross stitch, embroidery, tapestry, beading, weaving, or handcrafter of any medium, come join us for an evening of fun and friendship. Bring your favorite project to work on in a place where there is plenty of space to spread out. All ages are welcome.

Garden Club seeks vendors for Garden Faire

The Dallas Garden Club’s 4th Annual In the Garden Faire is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 18 at Evangelical Bible Church, 1175 Howe St. More than 60 garden and craft vendors are expected. Apply as a vendor at brita53@yahoo. com.

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friends with grandchildren and great grandchildren. Papa was a brilliant man whose passion was trains, tractors or anything with an engine. He was always tinkering with something. He was a collector of everything and anything. But his favorite thing was sharing his passions with his grandchildren. He could be seen at his shop showing a grandchild what he was working on or at the Flight Deck eating a patty melt and ALWAYS finishing his plate so clean that you could put it back on the shelf. He loved his time at Antique Powerland getting to show off his creations or giving someone a tour of the Caterpillar Museum. He enjoyed going to Hawaii and visiting good friends Mike and June Gomes on their property, learning about the history on the island, picking up lilikoi fruit and making lilikoi pie with the juice once he got home. Papa was a devout member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church where he spent each Sunday. He will be loved and missed by many. Papa has a great history in the engineering business. Written himself many years ago, this is his story: “In 1962, while I was working for Shipler Logging Mr. Shipler bought a Skagit carriage (sky car). At that time, they had a 4-53 Detroit diesel engine in them which was underpowered for what we were using it for. The crew had a hard time keeping it

in the air. It was in the shop a lot for repairs. In 1974 I built two new sky cars with 6V53 Detroit engines and in 1976 I bought two Deutz BF6L913 air cooled engines for two more sky cars. They worked very well because there were no radiators. But because of the increased horsepower it caused gear problems. I changed the pitch of the gear from 14 ½ degrees to 20-degree sub tooth. This solved the problem. In 1983 I created Boman Industries and created 130 more sky cars during the company’s lifespan. In 1984, when Salem Iron went out of business, I purchased all of the tractor and three-wheel loader parts. This is how I got into the tractor business. In 1995 I was asked to make a tractor radio controlled; it wasn’t called a tractor but a transport mover. I manufactured 20 before I sold the business to Layton Manufacturing in 1997.” Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Salem. Visitation Friday is Feb. 9 from 3-5 p.m. at Bollman’s Tribute Center. Memorial contributions may be made to Queen of Peace or Antique Powerland – Caterpillar Museum. To leave on online condolence or share a story with the family go to www. BollmansTributeCenter.com. Bollman’s Tribute Center is caring for the family.

Corral-Zavala was arrested. He now faces 22 criminal counts, including eight counts of attempted aggravated murder against the responding law enforcement officers, attempted murder of Smith, and manslaughter in the death of Ocegueda.

Corral-Zavala has pleaded not guilty and is currently in jail in Benton County, according to public records, awaiting pretrial hearing Feb. 3 in Polk County. The suit alleges that Smith was previously investigated by Polk County which found he “responds emotionally

helped get the project started literally off the ground. “It started with the roots of a legacy plan from property owner and developer Jack and Judy Fox. They’re the ones who got this started,” Pope From Page A1 said. “Jack Fox said, ‘I’ll give you the dirt, you come build open house crowd while your building on my space.’ standing outside the main, So, a great contribution spacious upstairs conference there.” room. “In the next month or As the scope of the project so, probably by March 1, all ballooned past just a childcare those people will be moved center (a plan Pope hopes in. We’re doing it in stages. still gets incorporated due How awesome is that for fam- to complications in planning ilies to only have to go to one along the way), so too did the place to get those services?” budget. He added once all of their “It started out with about partners move in, they will be a $2.5 million budget, we’re anywhere from 35 to 45 staff well past $5 million to build on any given day to assist cli- this building, but I will tell ents and the public. you it will pay dividends for It’s been a vision five years the investment that’s been in the making to construct the made here,” Pope said. “I’m 12,000 square-foot central hub usually pretty paranoid about for community services. Polk spending a lot of government County Commission Chair dollars on a building, but Craig Chair said the plan because of the model of this started with a more focused facility and its team represents scope of just a space for we’ll see paybacks in our childcare center. communities for many, many Speaking to the same audi- years to come.” ence, Pope thanked those who The organizations giving presentations to the open

house attendees agreed the new resource center is a model for centralizing multiple services. “It’s amazing, absolutely amazing,” said Petra Jaurezui, a program manager for Community Action. “I love that there are so many people under one roof and can absolutely help everyone as they come in with the needs they have, instead of having to go here, there and everywhere. Because transportation can sometimes be an issue.” Erik Garcia, manager for the Department of Human Services Self Sufficiency Office in Dallas, said the new facility allows them to have a station there while maintaining their office in Dallas and Grand Ronde, with an eye to expanding to Falls City once they open a resource center there. “I like it. A lot of time is spent connecting to resources. So, now, if there is something we don’t know, they’ll be able to access those other resources, too,” Garcia said. “If a customer going through in life needs something else,

Donald Paul Boman Nov. 25, 1934 - Jan. 30, 2024

Donald Paul Boman was born Nov. 25th, 1934, in Dallas, Oregon, to Elmer and Dorothy Boman. Don passed away on Jan. 30 in Salem with his beloved wife Marilyn Boman by his side. Don, or Papa, as we all call him, is survived by many who love him. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Boman of 38 years; his son Eric (Kim) Boman and their three children Katherine (Dillon) DeVaux, Michael Boman, and Andrea Boman; Marilyn’s three daughters Lesa (Tim) Mildrum, Teresa Dinsmore and her daughters Chelsea (Ryan) Evans and their two sons Lane and Easton; daughter Brandi Wachmuth and her three children Lucy, Brooklyn, and Hudson, and her daughter Delinda (Steve) Coburn with their three children Tory Fisher, and his daughter Bella, Taran (Austin) Covell, with their children Aiden, Avery and Chad (Summer) Coburn and their son Bohdi, and many other close family

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OBITUARIES Faith Lutheran Church of Monmouth, where she was a long-time member, repairing banners and several sewing projects for missions. She was preceded in death by her mother Bev in 2012, her sister Cheri in 2022, and her father Tom in 2023. She is survived by her sister Lois (Ken) Koehler of Deer Park, Washington; by Cheri’s stepdaughter Jessica Honl and her children Molly and Evan Honl; as well as several Persinger cousins. She will be missed by her church family, her sorority sisters of Beta Sigma Phi, and her friends and neighbors of three decades, to whom many thanks are owed for all of the help given to Donna these past few years as her health began to deteriorate. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Faith Lutheran Church of Monmouth at 11 a.m. with Pastor Dallas Dubke officiating. Memorial donations can be made in her honor to Faith Lutheran Church of Monmouth, Oregon, or the Dallas Oregon Public Library. Bollman’s Tribute Center in Dallas is caring for the family. www. BollmansTributeCenter.com

Donna E. Zehner (Waechter)

Mar. 18, 1949 - Jan. 13, 2024

Eldon Duane Thiessen

Feb. 1, 1934 - Jan. 25, 2024

Donna E. Zehner passed away Jan. 13, 2024, in Salem Oregon. She was born March 18, 1949, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Thomas L. and Beverly A. Waechter. She was joined by sister Cheri in 1951 and sister Lois in 1961. She was raised in the Midwest and California and the family moved for the last time to Spokane, Washington, in 1963, where she graduated from Shadle Park High School in 1967. She married Darryl Zehner in 1974 and they later divorced. Her life-long love of books led her to a Master’s Degree in Library Science. She worked at libraries in Spokane, California and Oregon, moving to Monmouth in the 1980s, when she began working for the Dallas Public Robert Louis Simons Library as the children’s Apr. 22, 1939 – Jan. 25, 2024 librarian. She retired as library Robert Louis Simons director there in 2011. passed away on Jan. 25, 2024. Her love of sewing and crafting led her to working with the lady’s group at

Eldon Duane Thiessen went home to be with his Lord on Jan. 25, 2024. Eldon was born to Dave and Margaret Thiessen on Feb. 1, 1934, in Kansas. He served two years with the Coast Guard and then married Wanda Martens in 1956. He owned Dallas Automotive Service and later, Heating Efficiency Service. After Wanda’s death in 2017, Eldon married Janis Weibe in 2018. Eldon had a servant’s heart and was happiest when he was helping others. He loved to share his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Evangelical Bible Church,1175 SE Howe St., Dallas, OR 97338. Bollman’s Tribute Center is caring for the family. www.bollmanstributecenter. com

to confrontation, rather than implementing cognitive thinking” and “errs in judgment by not slowing things down once situations have escalated.” Sheriff Garton was named in the lawsuit for failing “to properly train their officers, including Defendant Smith, in deadly use of force and/

the family is seeking $5,000 for funeral, cremation, memorial, and transport fees; $20 million for Ocegueda’s pain and suffering between being shot and dying; $5 million for losses to his estate; and $3.5 million for the injuries suffered by the 17-year-old girl who was shot.

or has allowed similar incidents without disciplining the involved officers/deputy.” “I can’t comment,” Garton said about saying anything about the ongoing litigation. “I wish I could.” The lawsuit, filed by Dallas law firm Jarvis Bridge Halttunen & Weyer, details

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Community members take a tour of Polk County’s new Resource Center during an open house Jan. 30. They have a community center. They do a ton of things. They made a Polk County themed quilt for each one of our rooms, to help have that welcoming, warm environment,” DeMoe said. He also thanked the Oregon Department of Human Service Office of Resilience and

they just connect them to that resource here.” DeMoe also thanked other organizations who made the new Resource Center welcoming. “The Peedee Women’s club, if you don’t know about this organization, they’ve been meeting since World War I.

Emergency Management who sent their teams to help move Polk County’s staff from Dallas to the Monmouth location over just three days. “That was just an amazing collaboration,” DeMoe said.

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POLK COUNTY ITEMIZER OBSERVER • FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Dallas Man killed in farming accident

appeared the feed caused the gate to swing open and pushed him against the barn wall, causing him to be pinned.

A farm worker was nearby and heard Breyman yell. The worker used his phone to call for help and shut off the trailer unloading mechanism

to stop it from piling up more feed, the BCSO said. Breyman was working for a trucking and feed company based out of Polk County.

“We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family,” said Sheriff Jef Van Arsdall. “Your dedication to put food on our tables does not go

unnoticed and we’re terribly sorry for your loss.”

had before, which is nice,” said jail commander Richard Bittick. “We have all our housing units, holding cells, medical cells. Before, we had eight total views that rotated. All the cameras would rotate on four of those views, so every six seconds you’d get another four. There were things going on we would miss. Court cameras, too.” The court cameras also rotate between courtroom

to the hallways, so staff can always see what’s happening, even in the corridors. In addition to better digital clarity, an upgraded feature of the new system that both Garton and Bittick tout is its AI, or artificial intelligence, programmed to spot abnormal activity. “It can rotate cameras to a section where something out of the norm is going on, like inmates congregating to

shower,” Bitticksaid. “It indicates something may be going on.” Garton added the AI can also help stop fights and fires, but also spot things out of place, like a red shirt or a hat that stands out. Before, cameras were placed way up in a corner near the ceiling of cells, making it easy to miss something happening directly below them. The new cameras also

give staff a wider field of vision, reducing the number of blind spots. The new system allows staff to more easily find video (which is normally stored on site for 30 days) and bookmark it to get it over to evidence for investigational purposes. That and the augmented audio quickly settles accusations of wrongdoing. “We’ve had investigations happen where an inmate

accused staff of doing things, and we were able to pull back video and audio to prove that the inmate was lying about everything,” Bitticksaid. “Not only did the staff not do what was said they said they did, but they also did not say what he said.”

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Polk County Worship Directory DALLAS Bahá’í Faith — Building a Better World: “Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch. Deal ye one with another with the utmost love and harmony, with friendliness and fellowship.” — Bahá’u’lláh. All are warmly invited to an interfaith gathering on the last Sunday of each month at 2:00. You are encouraged to share any quotations, prayers, poems, and songs related to the theme for the month. For details call 971-804-5943 or 503-269-3333. (Please leave a message for call back.) More about the Bahá’í Faith: www.bahai.org or www.bahaisofsalem.org Dallas Alliance Church — 775 E. Ellendale, Dallas, 503-623-2265, email dacoffice@dallasalliance.org; hours 9am to 3pm, Tu - Th, Closed for lunch 12 1pm; Lead Pastor — Gerad Neely, Youth/Children’s Director — Miriam Lawson; Every Sunday classes for all ages at 9:15am, Morning Worship at 9:00am-10:30am., (Nursery provided for self-serve use during those times); Tuesdays: Youth Night 7:00pm in Ediger Hall and All church Prayer 7pm in Sanctuary; Wednesdays: Adult Prayer Meeting 1:00pm. Call for info on other ministries. Web: dallasalliance.org Dallas Church — PO Box 462, Dallas, OR 97338, 503-623-2711. Worship Gatherings: Sundays 9am & 10:30am. Meeting at 450 SE Washington St., Dallas OR 97338. Atmosphere is relaxed, families and children welcome, come as you are, current music & relevant teaching about Jesus. Pastor: Ben Bauman. www. dallaschurch.org Dallas Church of Christ — 691 NE Kings Valley Hwy, Dallas, 503-623-879. Sundays: 9:30am Bible Classes for all, 10:30am Worship, 2:00pm Group Bible Talk, Wednesdays: 6:30pm Bible Study. Come to any, come to them all! Individual Bible studies gladly made by appointment. Web:dallaschurchofchrist.com. Dallas Evangelical Church — A Place of Hope and Healing: 783 SW Church Street, Dallas Oregon, across from the Post Office. Find us on Facebook: on page DallasEC, MyDallasEC Friends and www.dallasec.org. Join us on Sundays in person or on Zoom for weekly Bible Study and Worship Service. We worship in a contemporary, casual format. Sunday Services: Bible Study 9:00 AM; Worship Service 10:00 AM, zoom room 228-034-850. Celebrate Recovery (a Christ Based 12 Step Program) is also on Sundays and starts with Dinner 5:00 PM; Large Group (Worship) 6:00 PM, and small groups at 7PM. We have a Community Clothing Closet: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat 9 AM - Noon; Thurs Nights 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Step Studies are often starting or ending all year and meeting at various times. Message phone 503-6233778. Find us on Facebook: DallasEC or join MyDallasEC Friends. You can email pastor Dave at pastor.dave@dallasec.org Dallas Foursquare Church — Located at 976 SW Hayter St., on the corner of Washington and Hayter. Senior Pastor: Darrin Hausler. Worship Gatherings: Sundays at 10:00 a.m., Youth Home Groups: Sunday evenings from 6-8:00 p.m. Please call for locations. We are a multi-generational church with a heart for our community. Our mission is to Love God and Love People to Extend His Kingdom. For more info call us at 503-623-8277 or visit us online at dallasfour.com. Evangelical Bible Church — 1175 S.E. Howe St., Dallas 503-623-2331. Senior Pastor Troy Bassham, Youth Pastor Andrew Wheeler, Administrative Pastor Mike Fast. Sunday services 9:00am & 10:30am. Awana 6:30pm Wednesday. Weekly Prayer meeting 6:30pm Wednesday. Women’s Bible Study Thursday 9:30 am & 6:30 pm. Men’s Bible Study Thursday 6:30pm. Compass Middle School Youth Group Thursday 6:30pm. Forged High School Youth Group Tuesday 6:30pm. Live Streamed services via facebook and youtube @EBCDallas. Grace Community Church — 598 E. Ellendale Ave. Dallas, 503-623-4961. Lead Pastor- Dave Bertolini, Sunday Worship Gatherings 9:00am, with Nursery-5th Grade programs, Youth Life Groups, and scheduled Sunday School Classes running concurrently & 10:45am, with Nursery-5th Grade programs, and scheduled Sunday School Classes, running concurrently. Live Stream our 10:45am service at www.graceindallas.online.church Visit our Website at www.graceindallas.org for office hours, sermon downloads, event information, and more! House of His Presence — House of His Presence, located at 177 SW Oak St. in Dallas, welcomes all who are seeking to know God intimately and live life abundantly. We believe God transforms us into the image of Jesus Christ as we encounter His Holiness, Righteousness and Truth through His manifested presence, worship and the Word of God. Sunday morning service at 10:30 am, visit the website for ongoing ministries during the week. For more information call 503-420-4612 Website www. houseofhispresence.net Living Word Faith Fellowship — 830 SE Shelton Street, Dallas, 503-623-9062. Pastor Ray Huff. Sunday Prayer 9:30am, Worship 10:00am, Children’s Church (during service, nursery provided). Wednesday Prayer 6:30pm, Worship 7:00pm. Men’s fellowship second Saturday, Pastor Ray Huff is in charge of men’s fellowship. Call for info 503-623-9062. Salt Creek Baptist Church — 15075 Salt Creek Rd, Dallas, 503-623-2976. Lead Pastor David Curtis, Family Pastor Josiah Buhler. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday morning Worship Gathering 10:50am. Nursery provided for worship services. Classes for all ages. Wednesday Middle and High School youth at 6:30pm. Please call for information about other meetings or visit our website at www.saltcreekchurch.org. Seventh-Day Adventist Church — 589 SW Birch St PO Box 450 Dallas, Or 97338 503-623-5872 Pastor Les Jones, Services on Saturday: Sabbath School 9:30 am, Worship Service 11 am Study and Prayer Wednesday 7pm Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am to noon Community Services for food and clothing Wednesday 10am to 1pm. St. Philip Catholic Church — Fr. Michael P. Johnston, Pastor Pastor Email: mpjinpdx@yahoo.com | 825 S.W. Mill Street, Dallas, OR 97338 Phone: (503) 623.2440 - www.stphilorg.org. Liturgical Schedule Monday- Wednesday - 5:30 p.m. Mass Thursday - 8:00 a.m. ( No Mass on Friday) Saturday Vigil Mass - 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses - 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts will be served after Sunday services

St. Thomas Episcopal Church — Welcome ! Our church is located at 1486 SW Levens St., Dallas. Our Web site is: stthomasdallasor.org or look us up on Facebook. Everyone is welcome to come and be a part of our congregation on Sundays for the 10:00AM service or find us live on Facebook. Share coffee hour with us after service. Please feel free to call the church office at 503-623-8522 and your call will be returned. Our services for the next 2 weeks: January 7- Morning Prayer 10:00AM January 14- Fr. Tony Petrotta 10:00AM Holy Eucharist May God Bless you and your families this coming month Trinity Lutheran Church — 320 SE Fir Villa Rd, Dallas. All are welcome! Adult Bible Study 8:45am Sundays, Worship Service 10:00am, coffee hour with treats after service. Nursery available for parents to use. Play area for small children in sanctuary during worship service. Youth Group HS/MS 11:30am Sundays. Bible Study Wednesdays 1:00pm. Contact us at 503-623-2233 or at questionsdallastlc@gmail. com. Online at, dallastlc.org and streamed on Youtube @trinitylutheranchurch6821. Check it out! Office open M-F 10:00am-2:00pm. Because God first loved us, we celebrate the gifts of Christ through worship, service, and community. United Methodist Church — a church with Open Hearts, Open Minds & Open Doors, 565 SE LaCreole Dr, Dallas, 503-623-2481. Pastor Rev. Ruth Marsh. Inperson Sunday morning worship at 10 a.m. Go to the website at: umcdallas.wixsite. com/dallas-umc for additional information. Valley Life Center (Assemblies of God) — 1795 SE Miller Ave., Dallas. Lead Pastor: Chris Barker; Youth: Johnny Rodriguez; Children: Crystal Barker; Worship/ Media: Jesse Ceballos. Sunday Service is at 10:00 am and online streaming at 10:00 am (www.valleylife.love.) On Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, there is Men’s Bible Study, Ladies Bible Study, Ignite Youth, Rangers Boys Club, Mpact Girls Club, Rainbows, and nursery care. For more information, contact us at www.vallelylife.love, info@ valleylifecenter.com or 503-623-4116.

FALLS CITY Seventh-Day Adventist Church — 205 N. Main, Falls City 97344, 503-7873907. Services on Saturday: Sabbath School 10:00am; Worship Service 11:10am. Community Service Center Food Bank: Second Wednesday, 11am-3pm, Fourth Sunday, 11am-3pm.

INDEPENDENCE Christ The King Church — Service on Sundays10 am 155 C St, Independence OR 97351 . 503-551-9516 or visit us at www.ctkindependence.com. Cornerstone Church of God — 4395 Independence Hwy, Independence, 503838-5119. Sunday Service and Children’s Church 9:30am Nursery available. Wednesday Kids Klubs 6:30pm. Thursday Adult Bible Study 6:30pm First Baptist Church — A warm friendly church that cares about you! Located at 1505 Monmouth St., Independence (across from Central High School); 503-8381001. Senior Pastor Michael Parks. Sundays: Worship Service 11am Wednesdays: AWANA 7pm (during the school year). Thursdays: Youth Group 6:15pm. Join us for small groups and life groups throughout the week. First Baptist Church has ministries for children, youth, adults, families and seniors, throughout the week. Check us out at www.independencefirstbaptist.com St. Patrick Parish, Catholic — 1275 E. St., Independence, 503-838-1242. Father Francisco Bringuela. Saturday Masses: 5pm English Vigil & 7pm Spanish. Sunday Masses: 9am English & 11:30am Spanish. Daily Masses: Monday 9:30am Communion Service. 9am Tuesday and Thursday Spanish, Wednesday and Friday English. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:30pm or by appointment. Faith Formation: Monday 6:45pm -8:15pm Middle & High School. Tue: 6:45pm8:15pm. Grades 1-4. Youth Group Thur. 6:30pm. WOU Campus Ministry: Mass Sunday 5pm at 315 Knox St., Monmouth. Tuesday 7pm Fellowship.

MONMOUTH Christ’s Church Methodist & Presbyterian United — Come care and share with us. 412 Clay St. W, Monmouth, 503-838-1724. Pastor Steve Mitchell. Worship Service 11:15am Call for information on small groups. Cultivate Community Church — We exist to cultivate a community of people who love Jesus, each other, and our cities, joining God in the renewal of all things. We meet at 655 S. Pacific Hwy (Hwy 99), Monmouth. Just south of Bi-Mart. Our Sunday service is at 10:00am. Celebrate Recovery meets Tuesdays at 7pm. Missional Community groups meet in homes throughout the week. Call the church at 503838-1369. Come join us! Monmouth Christian Church — 969 Church St W, Monmouth 97361. Office hours M-T 9a-4p. Phone: 503-838-1145. Join us for services on Sundays, 9am & 11am. Live ONLINE Service 11am. Please visit our website for more info or on how to join our online service. WWW.MYMCC.CC St. Hilda’s Episcopal Church — 245 Main St. West, Monmouth. Contact Information: sthildaschurch1@gmail.com. Sunday Worship (Eucharist) 10:00 AM followed by fellowship. Our church services are reverent and relaxed. Our purpose is God’s worship. 7:00 PM Wednesday, Evening Prayer online, contact us thru the email address above for access codes. Walk our labyrinth – behind the parking lot, it’s still in development, but it works. Follow us on our Facebook page; St Hilda’s Episcopal Church, Monmouth Or.

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HUD commits $60 million to combat homelessness across Oregon Mid Willamette Valley Community Action Agency is receiving $238,095 in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum of Care program. The grant was part of $60 million in federal investments to support 140 homelessness prevention and support initiatives in communities across the state. Oregon U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, who helped announce the grant recipients, said safe and affordable housing is a critical component to cultivating strong and vibrant communities.

“But under the crushing weight of our affordable housing crisis, Oregonians across the state are struggling,” said Merkley. “These new and continuing awards are vital for communities and individuals in need of critical housing resources and support. I won’t stop working to ensure Oregonians in every corner of the state have access to safe, dependable, and affordable housing.” Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden agreed, adding ensuring Oregonians have access to home ownership takes a multipronged approach through

federal, state and local policies. “In my 1,000+ Town Halls, I’ve heard from urban and rural communities alike that access to housing and workforce challenges are barriers to growth and vitality,” Wyden said. “Once folks secure stable and affordable housing, they are able to focus on other issues like finding steady employment. This HUD investment will turn deserving Oregonians’ dreams of home ownership into reality while enhancing livability in communities throughout the state.”

Oregon Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06) said even though there are many advocates on the ground doing important work to solve the homelessness crisis in Oregon. local governments and nonprofit organizations are also severely under-resourced and underfunded. “That’s why I’m excited to announce over $60 million in federal funding to support homelessness prevention efforts in our state—including several projects in the Sixth District,” Salinas said. “These dollars will go toward a continuum of care approach to ending homelessness,

providing families with the support and services they need to find safe, permanent housing and ultimately, long-term stability.” Today’s funding supports 140 initiatives across the state among four different categories of awards: - $2.3 million for 10 new initiatives in Clackamas, Lane, Marion, and Multnomah counties. - $50.9 million for 111 renewal initiatives throughout the state. - $4.38 million for 11 YHDP renewal initiatives: The goal of the YHDP is to support coordinated development

and implementation of initiatives to prevent and end youth homelessness. This program is intended to serve young people experiencing homelessness aged 24 and under, including unaccompanied youth and pregnant or parenting youth who are experiencing homelessness. - $2.6 million for eight planning initiatives in Clackamas, Deschutes, Lane, Marion, Multnomah, and Washington counties. For a full list of recipients and award allocations in Oregon go to bit.ly/3HDbbd5.

Willamina gets $2 million to upgrade water infrastructure Willamina was one of two Oregon cities to receive federal funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s community-initiated projects (CIP) to upgrade water infrastructure. Funding for these projects in Prineville and Willamina was secured in the Fiscal Year 2022 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations portion of the government spending bill. As the chair of the Senate Interior Appropriations Polk Itemizer 10x10.5

subcommittee, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley authored the bill. “No one knows the unique needs of communities across Oregon like the folks living and working in them, and community-initiated projects—generated at the ground level—are local and regional solutions by folks who are working to make their communities better,” said Merkley, who helped ensure inclusion of these Oregon projects in a federal funding bill as

the only Oregon member of Congress from either chamber to serve on the Appropriations Committee since Senator Mark Hatfield. “It’s great to see these projects are now underway, and I look forward to hearing how they will benefit the communities of Prineville and Willamina.” The city of Willamina will receive $2 million for its project on water intake repair. This project will support the installation of the raw water intake, the completion

of Lincoln Street stormwater improvements and the removal of existing raw water intake manifold. The intended outcome is expected to lead to improved safety and reliability of the Willamina Creek drinking water source for the residents of Willamina, Oregon. “As the mayor for the city of Willamina, I wish to express how grateful I am to have received the Community Initiated Project Grant of $2 million for the repair of our water intake facility,” said

Mayor Ila Skyberg. “The sincere interest shown by Senator Merkley and his staff was remarkable. I will always remember the senator’s visit to Willamina and the positive, kind, and personable impression he left us with. Both Senators Merkley, and (Ron) Wyden have proven once again, that they are working hard for the state of Oregon, and small towns such as Willamina.” Wyden said the projects were funded because people

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Panthers cheer squad seeks to defend state title By LANCE MASTERSON For The Itemizer-Observer

CLASS 5A Feb.7 - Feb. 13

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Friday

• West Albany at Girls BB, 7 p.m. • Boys BB at West Albany, 7 p.m. •

Tuesday

• Boys BB at Corvallis, 5:30 p.m. • Girls BB at Corvallis, 7 p.m. •

Fri - Sat

• Swimmers at MWC District Meet, TBD • Osborn Aquatic Center • Corvallis

DALLAS HIGH SCHOOL Friday

• McKay at Boys BB, 5:30 p.m. • McKay at Girls BB, 7 p.m.

Tuesday

• Boys BB at South Albany, 5:30 p.m. • Girls BB at South Albany, 7 p.m.

Fri - Sat

• Swimmers at MWC District Meet, TBD • Osborn Aquatic Center • Corvallis

Wednesday

• Thurston at Wrestlers, TBD

CLASS 1A FALLS CITY/KINGS VALLEY CHARTER Wednesday

• Girls BB at Crosshill Christian, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday

• Oregon School f/t Deaf at Girls BB, 5:30 p.m. • Oregon School f/t Deaf at Boys BB, 7 p.m.

PERRYDALE Thursday

• Girls BB at Dufur, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday

• Girls BB at Open Door Christian Academy, 4:30 p.m. • Boys BB at Open Door Christian Academy, 6 p.m.

Monday

• Boys BB at Sherman, 5 p.m.

The Central High cheer squad will be defending its state title this Friday and Saturday at Oregon City High School. The Panthers compete against schools in a combined Class 5A/Class 6A division. “So last year was the first year in 10 years that we had competed at the state level,” coach Megan Smith said. “And we came home with the state title. It was amazing. It was a dream come true for us.” That “dream” also marked the school’s first state title in cheer. Even more remarkable, a repeat is possible, though competition is fierce, when one considers the squad’s performances so far this season. No small accomplishment given how young the Panthers are. Eight of 23 cheer squad members are seniors, 13 are either freshmen or sophomores. “It’s a very young and inexperienced team. They’re very new to it, and it’s been a long uphill battle. But they keep progressing upward,” senior Jacquelynn McGuyer said. “So, I see this team, and they’re really young, but I think they’re going to do really well.” McGuyer knows a thing or two about making great strides quickly. Her introduction to the sport came two years ago, when she was a sophomore. “I was a volleyball player. I was a basketball player. And then I just switched,”

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The Central High School cheer squad celebrates its state championship performance in 2023. The squad took first place in the Game Day competition. The Panthers will try to make it two titles in a row when they return to the state finals later this week. McGuyer said. “I had been playing with those girls since we were, like, little itty bitty kids. I knew I had friendships there (in the other sports). So I was, like, why not branch out.” Cheer hooked her beginning with stunt camp that first summer. “I tried cheer. I fell in love with it,” McGuyer said. “I really love stunting. I felt like

that was the most competitive thing about cheer … I also love performing.” That love for performing will continue next year at George Fox University. McGuyer plans to be a member of the Bruins’ cheer and stunt teams. A second senior, Gwen McConnell, joined cheer her freshman year.

“My sister did cheer. She just had a really great experience,” McConnell said. “She made a lot of her lifelong friends in cheer.” McConnell agrees that the Panthers are formidable, despite their youth. “I would say, overall. I think we’re further along (than last year’s team). Right now, we’re just focusing on

nitpicking and cleaning it up,” she added. The Panthers entered more competitions this year than past years, partly as an ode to their youth. They were thrown a few curves along the way. “There have been a couple of competitions where we had to rework things really See CHEER, page B2

Pirates extend win streak to nine with 61-59 win over Eagles Victory was Perrydale’s first at rival Crosshill Christian since 2017 By DAVID HAYES Itemizer-Observer

The Perrydale boys’ basketball team pulled off a victory Feb. 2 not accomplished in head coach Brian Domes’s tenure since 2017 – a win on rival Crosshill Christian’s home court 61-59. Combined with an easy 49-15 pallet cleansing win over Livingstone Adventist Academy on Saturday, the Pirates vaulted to the top of the CASCO league, kept their winning streak alive at

nine games and sits No. 9 in OSAA state 1A rankings. Perrydale overall is 12-1 in their last 13 games, their only blemish a 57-47 loss to Crosshill Jan. 8. Domes said his seven-man squad had thought this would be the year they beat Crosshill Christian. “They walked out on our court thinking they were better. They quickly rethought, ‘maybe we’d better start performing before we get to fourth quarter,” Domes recalled. After that loss, Domes said the team took a step back and rethought about what it would take to get to end of season. “I didn’t want to again be the bridesmaid and never the bride,” Domes said about

the prospect of another second-place finish behind the Eagles. “I told the boys I can be the nice guy rest of season, or guy who sets higher expectations, pushes them to their limitations.” They responded with vigor in a packed Eagles’ gymnasium in an amazing atmosphere, Domes said. “We came out with an amazing amount of adrenalin and purpose. We knew it would take a lot of effort,” he said. “After the first quarter, it was a 26-19 ballgame. I’m not going to say we could keep that pace. That’s on pace for a 104-point game. We knew it wouldn’t last. It was up and down all game.” The Pirates eventually built up an 11-point lead and felt

in control. Until the Eagles slowly chipped away at the lead. Domes said at the end, Perrydale was holding onto the two-point lead with 15 to 20 seconds left to play. He was surprised when Crosshill went for the win chucking up 3-point attempts, rather than tie, where they’d been more successful all night. “Our exterior defense is better than our interior defense,” he said. The Eagle’s last-second shot was a step back three attempt at the buzzer. Although online, it came up short. “It was nice to get out of there and not have to put our tails between legs with another loss,” Domes said.

Last year, Perrydale lost at Crosshill by 1 and by 20 two years ago. He said the key contributor in the win was Lucas Thorson, a 6-foot 7-inch forward who scored 25 points, just 10-days after being sidelined two games with a sprained ankle. Senior starter Connor Graber also chipped in 20 for the Pirates. “He’s been by steady kid all year,” Domes said. However, he said the X-factor during the win streak has been Ethan Blades, who came off the bench to start while Thorson was down injured. See WIN, page B7

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Liliana won her dual match and took first at tournament.

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FLASHBACK

OF THE

PAST 50 years ago

Wildcats down Seven Oaks

Feb. 6, 1974

Lamb, VanDenBosch earn Dallas “first citizen” honors

More than 120 area residents turned out for the annual Dallas Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet Saturday night at the Dallas Civic Center. Outstanding Citizen Awards to the man and woman of the year were presented to A. Curtis Lamb and Mrs. R. I. (Gwen) VanDenBosch. The Good Samaritan Award went to Mrs. Alma Dempsey, of Rickreall, with the organization award going to the Dallas Gala League.

Local chapter prepares for FFA week activities

Members of the Dallas chapter of the FFA join with over 450,000 other FFA members in the United States in celebrating National FFA Week which starts Feb. 16. Throughout the week numerous chapters in Oregon are planning activities to support the theme “FFA For Tomorrow’s Agriculture.” The Dallas Chapter is planning many activities to let the public know that “they are here.”

The 8th grade B basketball team recorded their second win of the season against five defeats by beating Seven Oaks with a basket in the final second by the score of 34-33. The Wildcats played very aggressive ball throughout the game and lead the Seven Oaks in most all departments.

40 years ago Feb. 8, 1984

FC mayor resigns position to move

Falls City Mayor Jack Sloan announced his resignation to the City Council Monday night effective immediately. Sloan told council members that he was planning to move his family to a bigger house in Monmouth

School to aid homemakers

Homemakers may learn tips for cooking with microwaves or conventional ranges at the Polk County ItemizerObserver’s cooking school Feb. 23. Charlotte Winn, a home economist, will demonstrate several ideas using both microwave oven and

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This week’s Flashback is from Feb. 8, 1984: Scouting Skills – John Hull uses Doug McWhirter as a patient to practice his first aid skills for his scoutmaster, Jerry Flowers. conventional ranges at the Homemaker School 1984. Winn will also show other recipes from Homemakers School 1984 and the prepared foods will be given away at the end of the show.

Hayes, Minnich team to take doubles title

Shannon Hayes and Tifffany Minnich, both Starlite Lanes bowlers, combined to win the doubles title last weekend at the

Community

McMinnville Junior Young American Bowler’s Alliance Championships at Starlite Lanes. Hayes and Minnich teamed for a 1,383 score during the Saturday-Sunday event, which included juniors

from Dallas, Independence and McMinnville. Other award winners in the doubles competition included Melinda Vogel – Tanya Vogel (third) and Tony Mack – Doug Seth (fourth).

Feb. 7 - Feb. 14 Answer key. Puzzles can be found on page B3

Achievement

Bryce Hayes named to Nebraska fall deans’ list

Bryce Hayes of Dallas has been named to the Deans’ List at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the fall semester of the 2023-24 academic year. Hayes, a junior majoring in music, was named to the Dean’s List for the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. More than 6,800 students at Nebraska were named to the Deans’ List for the fall semester.

PCSO Deputy Dani Rae graduates from basic police academy

On Jan. 26, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Dani Rae graduated from the Basic Police Academy at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). Before heading for the academy last fall,

she started her field training program with the PCSO and demonstrated a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn. Rae has prior experience in corrections and dispatching, which lends a depth of

knowledge for her to utilize when responding to calls and interacting with members of the public, whether it is during a crisis or just a casual interaction on the street. “We are lucky to have her as a member of our agency

and are looking forward to her returning to our office to finish her training and earn her solo status,” the PCSO wrote on their Facebook page.

Cheer

the latter, which, as its name suggests, closely mimics what one sees on Friday nights at a high school campus. Squads are judged on their band dance, traditional, crowd leading and fight-song routines. “Our competitions are structured like a football game,” senior Ellie Shinkle said. With one important caveat. At state, nine months of hard work is limited to just one 3-minute routine on the mat. There are no second chances. “It gets pretty stressful. You have more pressure on yourself because you only have three minutes on the mat. So you have to be perfect,” Shinkle said. “When you’re at a football game, if you mess up on your first band dance, it’s not that big of a deal. But if you mess up on the mat, it could be the difference between winning and losing.” No one wants to let their teammates down. “Because there’s so many different components, so many different things you’re working on … you have to be able to adjust really easily. You have to take a lot of ownership, and a lot of accountability, in learning your part,” Shinkle said. “Because you don’t have a first string, second string, third string, or fourth string.

You don’t have players that, if you’re not playing good enough, someone goes in and takes your spot. (In cheer) you have to be doing your best all of the time because you could be the weak link. You’re only as strong as your weakest link, and you don’t want to be that.” McGuyer, McConnell and Shinkle are team captains. Fans of cheer knew about the Panthers prowess heading into last year’s state finals. After all, they won a national title in 2019 and were third in 2021. “But we shied away from the state level for various reasons,” Smith said. “Then they introduced a new division called Game Day that really spoke to our skill set. We entered that division, and we won.” While Game Day mimics the game day environment, it’s all about technique. Scores are recorded by a panel of judges. “You have a band dance, which is like a pep band song that you compete with. Then you do what is called a traditional cheer. So an announcer, live, will give you a situation in a football game, like our team’s trying to make a stop on the 5-yard line, and you have to know if that’s offense or defense, and then do a

cheer that coordinates with that,” Smith said. “So you can’t be yelling ‘touchdown’ if you’re on defense, or else you’ll get docked on that. You do that live, and you have no idea what they’re going to say.” The crowd leading cheer is then followed by the fight song. “So it’s very technique focused. It has to be in perfect unison, perfect technique, and that’s really what we focus on,” Smith said. The Panthers have shied away from the Traditional division because tumblers are a rare breed here. That appears to be changing with the success of the MonmouthIndependence YMCA cheer program. “So we’ve stayed away from Traditional, because you need a lot of tumblers. But we’ll be getting that in the next few years as the YMCA program is building, and they’re teaching those kids tumbling at a young age. How to flip, and stuff like that,” Smith said. “You really have to teach them young, because once they get into high school, the fear is very real. So if they get over that fear when they’re little, we can get them to do it in high school.”

Panther cheer squad seeks to defend state title From Page B1

quickly due to illness and stuff, which sometimes feels a little bit like a setback when you have to reverse those changes afterwards,” McConnell said. “I’m not really sure if it’s been for the better, but I feel, like, for nerves and stuff and knowing how competitions work, it’s been really good for the newer girls on our team.” Cheer is nine months of hard work. Members get only spring off from competitions and practices. “It’s a big commitment, but it’s worth it, because we couldn’t do what we do if we didn’t put in the time that we do,” McConnell said. “All summer long it’s practicing and conditioning. If we’re not doing material, we’re in the weight room. Football season is football season. And basketball season is basketball. It is a big commitment, but it definitely makes us great athletes.” There are two divisions at state: Traditional and Game Day. The Panthers compete in

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PUZZLE PAGE MOMENTS IN TIME • On Feb. 19, 1906, American industrialist W.K. Kellogg teamed with Charles C. Bolin to found the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flake Company, now known as the multinational food manufacturer Kellogg’s, after 25 years of working for his brother, John Harvey Kellogg, and buying out his indebt brother’s business. • On Feb. 20, 1935, DanishNorwegian explorer Caroline Mikkelsen became the first woman to set foot on Antarctica, though whether on the mainland or on an island is disputed. A small coastal mountain discovered that day is named for her. • On Feb. 21, 1947, Edwin H. Land publicly demonstrated his instant camera, called the Land Camera, which could produce a black-and-white photograph in just 60 seconds. Two years later he put 57 Polaroid Land Cameras in Boston’s Jordan Marsh department store before Christmas, and they sold out within the first day after their demonstration. • On Feb. 22, 1989, Tina Turner won a Grammy award at age 49 for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for her album “Tina Live in Europe,” featuring recordings from her Private Dancer and Break Every Rule tours. • On Feb. 23, 2011, 77-yearold broadcaster Larry King announced plans to conduct a one-man comedy tour after retiring from his popular talk show on CNN. The new venture was set to begin in April of that year in Connecticut and end in June in Las Vegas. • On Feb. 24, 1836, showman P.T. Barnum exhibited an African American slave, Joice Heth, with the claim that she was the 161-year-old former nursemaid to George Washington. After her death from natural causes, and a public autopsy by a respected physician who claimed she was no more than 79 or 80, Barnum eventually admitted to the hoax, which was frequently mentioned by his critics and followed him for the remainder of his career. • On Feb. 25, 1993, the Florida Marlins introduced their 8-foot-tall, 250-pound mascot, Billy the Marlin. Reportedly, the team’s original owner, Wayne Huizenga, chose the name for the fan-friendly fish..

TRIVIA TEST By FIFI RODRIGUEZ

QUESTIONS 1. MOVIES: Which movie has the tagline, “May the odds be ever in your favor”? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Which country possesses Baffin Island? 3. AD SLOGANS: Which company’s slogan is, “You’re in good hands”? 4. LANGUAGE: What is a common saying for the Latin phrase “lapsus linguae”? 5. MUSIC: What country was home to reggae singer Bob Marley? 6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is an example of a macropod? 7. TELEVISION: Gordon, Percy, James, Toby and Emily are characters on which children’s show? 8. MATH: What is 1/60 of a degree? 9. LITERATURE: Who wrote the book series “The Chronicles of Narnia”? 10. ACRONYMS: What does the acronym SPF stand for?

ANSWERS 1. “The Hunger Games.” 2. Canada. 3. Allstate. 4. A slip of the tongue. 5. Jamaica. 6. Kangaroo. 7. “Thomas the Tank Engine.” 8. A minute. 9. C.S. Lewis. 10. Sun Protection Factor.

POLK COUNTY ITEMIZER OBSERVER • FEBRUARY 7, 2024

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POLK COUNTY ITEMIZER OBSERVER • FEBRUARY 7, 2024

PUBLIC NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK PROBATE DEPARTMENT Case No. 24PB00199 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of GERALD JOSEPH JOHNSON, SR., Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MARY K. JOHNSON and MARGARET MARY RAY have been appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the abovecaptioned Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives at the addresses shown below within four months after the date of first publication of this Notice. All persons whose rights may be affected by the probate proceeding may obtain additional information from the court records, the CoPersonal Representatives or the attorney for the Co-Personal Representatives. DATED AND FIRST PUBLISHED this 24 day of January, 2024. /s/ Ryan E. Gibb, OSB #972693 ATTORNEY Ryan E. Gibb, OSB #972693 DOUGLAS, CONROYD, GIBB & PACHECO, P.C. 528 Cottage Street NE, Suite 400 POBox469 Salem, OR 97308-0469 Telephone: (503) 364-7000 Facsimile: (503) 585-0699 Email: Ryan@dcm-law.com CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES MARY K. JOHNSON 23745 3rd Street NE Aurora, OR 97002 (503) 930-7440 MARGARET MARY RAY 11332 Sunset Sky Lane SE Turner, OR 97392 (503) 999-5357 (Jan 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2024) TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to a certain trust deed (“Trust Deed”) made, executed and delivered by Brendan McMullen, as grantor, to Amerititle, as trustee, in favor of Joven M Garcia and Glenn C Weber Trustees of the Joven M Garcia and Glenn C Weber Living Trust Dated January 8, 2014, 50.000% Undivided Interest, Donald A Weber 15.278% Undivided Interest, Deborah J Weber 17.361% Undivided Interest, Gloria C Brasuel 17.361% Undivided Interest, as beneficiary, dated October 25, 2022, and recorded on October 27, 2022, as Recording No. 2022-011680, in the mortgage records of Polk County, Oregon. The Trust Deed covers the following described real property (“Property”) situated in said county and state, to-wit: Parcel 1: Lot 17, HERTEL SUBDIVISION, in the City of Salem, County of Polk and State of Oregon. Parcel 2: Beginning at the Northeasterly corner of Lot 17, HERTEL SUBDIVISION, as recorded in Volume 6, page 34, Polk County Book of Town Plats, a 5/8 inch iron rod with aluminum cap bears North 01°04’39” East 10.00 feet; thence North 01°04’39” East 247.33 feet to a 5/8 inch iron pipe with aluminum cap in the Northerly boundary line of that tract of land conveyed to Elmer E. and Norma M. Smith by deeds recorded in Volume 144, page 716 and Volume 113, page 504, Polk County Deed Records; thence South 89°41’05” West 115 feet, more or less; thence South 01°04’39” West 247 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of said Lot 17, HERTEL SUBDIVISION; thence North 89°31’18” East 115.89 feet, more or less, along the Northerly line of said Lot 17, HERTEL SUBDIVISON, to the point of beginning. There are defaults by the grantor or other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the Trust Deed, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of default of such provision; the defaults for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sums: Arrearage in the sum of $799,430.00 as of October 20, 2023, plus additional payments, property expenditures, taxes, liens, assessments, insurance, late fees, attorney’s and trustee’s fees and costs, and interest due at the time of reinstatement or sale. By reason of said defaults, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: Payoff in the sum of $799,430.00 as of October 20, 2023, plus taxes, liens, assessments, property expenditures, insurance, accruing interest, late fees, attorney’s and trustee’s fees and costs incurred by beneficiary or its assigns. WHEREFORE, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on March 26, 2024, at the hour of 11:00 a.m., in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.110, at the following place: Northwest Front Entrance of the Polk County Courthouse, 850 Main Street, Dallas, Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the above-described Property, which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by grantor of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the grantor or grantor’s successors in interest acquired after the execution of the Trust Deed, to satisfy the obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778

has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sum or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Trust Deed, together with trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by said ORS 86.778. In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. The NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS, attached hereto as Exhibit A, is incorporated herein by reference. [Exhibit A, NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS, is not published pursuant to ORS 86.774(2)(b).] THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. DATED: October 20, 2023. /s/ Eleanor A. DuBay Eleanor A. DuBay, OSB #073755 Authorized By: Tomasi Bragar DuBay PC, Successor Trustee 121 SW Morrison, Suite 1850 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: 503-894-9900; fax: 971544-7236 (Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2024) TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by James R. Blair, as grantor, to Arnold Gallagher P.C., an Oregon professional corporation, as trustee, in favor of John Fiedler, his successors and/or assigns, as beneficiary, dated October 5, 2021, and recorded on October 18, 2021, as Instrument No. 2021-016395 of the Polk County Deeds & Records, Oregon, covering the following described real property situated in said county and state, to-wit: See attached Exhibit A Both the Beneficiary and the Successor Trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and a Notice of Default has been recorded pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes 86.752(3); the default for which the foreclosure is made is Grantors’ failure to pay when due the following sums: Grantor’s failure to pay interestonly payments of $2,092.50 per month for the months of July, August and September 2023, and continuing each month thereafter, plus Grantor’s failure to pay real property taxes due in the amount of $1,361.17. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: the principal balance of $240,000.00; together with accrued interest through September 20, 2023 in the amount of $6,553.66 (interest continues to accrue at the default rate of 12.375% per annum ($82.50 per diem) from September 21, 2023 until paid), and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. WHEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the undersigned Trustee will, on March 19, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 A.M., in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.110, Polk County Courthouse front entrance, 850 S. Main Street, Dallas, Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by them of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantors or their successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by rendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, and in addition to paying said sums or tendering the performance necessary to cure the default by

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TS No.: 108310-OR Loan No.: ******9433 Reference is made to that certain trust deed (the “Deed of Trust”) executed by TODD KELLOGG AND MICHELLE KELLOGG, as Grantor, to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR HYPERION CAPITAL GROUP, LLC, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 1/12/2006, recorded 1/13/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-000766, in the Official Records of Polk County, Oregon, which covers the following described real property situated in Polk County, Oregon: LOT 125, EAGLE VIEW NO. 2, IN THE CITY OF SALEM, POLK COUNTY, OREGON APN: 567396 / 07329-BB-05000 Commonly known as: 403 GOLDEN EAGLE NW SALEM, OR 97304 The current beneficiary is: MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC. Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the above-described real property to satisfy the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and notice has been recorded pursuant to ORS 86.752(3). The default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor’s failure to pay when due, the following sums:

Delinquent Payments: Dates: 2/1/2020 – 12/1/2023 Late Charges: Beneficiary Advances:

Total: $68,046.54 $219.85 $4,104.97 $72,371.36 $254,696.19

Total Required to Reinstate: TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF:

By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by the Deed of Trust immediately due and payable, including: the principal sum of $194,352.22 together with interest thereon at the rate of 4.375 % per annum, from 1/1/2020 until paid, plus all accrued late charges, and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs, and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Deed of Trust Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee, CLEAR RECON CORP, whose address is 111 SW Columbia Street #950, Portland, OR 97201, will on 5/21/2024, at the hour of 9:00 AM, standard time, as established by ORS 187.110, AT THE MAIN STREET PLAZA, POLK COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 850 MAIN STREET, DALLAS, OR 97338, sell at public auction to the highest bidder in the form of cash equivalent (certified funds or cashier’s check) the interest in the above-described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time it executed the Deed of Trust, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of the Deed of Trust, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in ORS 86.778 has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Deed of Trust reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than the portion of principal that would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorneys’ fees, and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the Deed of Trust at any time not later than five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the Deed of Trust, the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 12/28/2023 CLEAR RECON CORP 1050 SW 6th Avenue, Suite 1100 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: 858-750-7777 866-931-0036 Jessica Lopez, Authorized Signatory of Trustee (Jan 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14, 2024) paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and trust deed, together with Trustee’s and attorney’s fees not exceeding the amounts provided by ORS 86.778. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes the plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, and the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. THE DEBT DESCRIBED IN THIS TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE WILL BE ASSUMED TO BE VALID UNLESS WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE RECEIPT OF THIS NOTICE THE PERSON(S) OBLIGATED OR ALLEGEDLY OBLIGATED TO PAY THE DEBT DISPUTES IN WRITING THE VALIDITY OF THE DEBT OR SOME PORTION OF IT. If the Trustee is notified in writing within the 30 day period that the debt or some portion of it is disputed, the Trustee will obtain verification of the debt. Then, a copy of the verification will be mailed by the Trustee to the person(s) notifying him of the dispute. Upon written request within the 30 day period, the Trustee will provide the name and address of the original creditor if different than the current creditor named above. Written requests to the Trustee should be delivered to: Bradley S. Copeland, Arnold Gallagher PC, PO Box 1758, Eugene, OR 97440-1758. THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: November 13, 2023 ARNOLD GALLAGHER P.C., Trustee By: Bradley S. Copeland Its: President

Independence Urban Renewal Agency 2022-2023 Annual Report The Independence Urban Renewal Agency (Agency) has published the FY 2022/2023 annual report. It is on file at City Hall and with the Agency. The full information is available to all interested persons. In FY 2022/2023, the Agency received $1,453,866 in revenues; expenditures for the FY were $1,695,456. The estimated tax revenues for FY 2023/2024 are $1,128,985. The 2023/2024 budget includes $3,376,649 in resources and $3,376,649 in expenditures. The estimated impact of carrying out the urban renewal plan on the tax collections for the preceding year for all taxing districts is shown in the table below. Impact on Taxing Districts FY 2022/2023

Polk County Willamette ESD Chemeketa CC Polk County Fire District #1 City of Independence Chemeketa Library Hilltop CD Polk Soil/Water 4H & Extension Ash Creek WCD Central SD 13J

Bond Impacts $128,342 $ 22,197 $ 46,784 $ 112,496 $343,399 $ 6,100 $ 8,461 $ 3,710 $ 5,597 $ 7,392 $365,345

Source: FY 2022/2023 Sal 4e from Polk County Assessor (Jan 31, Feb. 7, 2024) PUBLIC NOTICE MONMOUTH URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY ANNUAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 As per ORS 457.460, the Monmouth Urban Renewal Agency published the FY 2022-23 annual report, which is on file and available to all interested persons at Monmouth City Hall, 151 Main St W., Monmouth, OR 97361, and the City’s website at https:/www.ci.monmouth. or.us. Please note, this is a notice only and not part of the official annual report. In FY 2022-23, the Agency received $694,888 in revenue from tax increments. Expenditures totaled $3,053,483. The estimated tax revenues for FY 2023-24 are $728,994. The FY 202324 adopted budget includes $7,286,690 in resources and requirements. The estimated impact of carrying out the urban renewal plan on the tax collections for the preceding year for all taxing districts is shown in the table below:

Monmouth Urban Renewal Plan Area Taxing District Polk County Chemeketa Community College Chemeketa Regional Library Willamette Education Service District

2022-23 Tax Year

City of Monmouth Polk County Fire District #1 Fir Crest CD Polk Soil/Water CD Ash Creek WCD Central School District 13J 4-H/M Garden/AG/Forest Ext District

202,648 84,369 2,613 2,800 1,253 274,076 4,169

Grand Total

(Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2024) Notice of Regular Meeting Community Advisory Council Thursday, February 15, 2024 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Foregone Revenues Permanent Rate Levy

Taxing Jurisdiction

Impact $96,315 35,092 4,542 16,613

$724,490

Posted: 01/26/2024 (City website) Public Date: 1/31/2024 & 2/7/2024 (Itemizer-Observer) 2 consecutive weeks within the filing year before March 1st (Jan. 31, Feb 7, 2024)

The Willamette Health Council is the community governance body for PacificSource Community Solutions, Marion County and Polk County Coordinated Care Organization (Marion-Polk CCO). The Community Advisory Council advises the Marion-Polk CCO on how to be responsive to Oregon Health Plan members’ needs and preferences and is a chartered committee of the Willamette Health Council.

A request for accommodation for persons with disabilities, or for interpreter services, should be made at least 24 hours before the meeting to jbennett@ willamettehealthcouncil.org.

The CAC is scheduled to meet on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. The meeting is open to the public and will take place at the Willamette Health Council office (205 Chemeketa St. NE, Salem, OR 97301), as well as via online Zoom video/conference call. For additional meeting information, visit https:// willamettehealthcouncil.org/ more/meetings-events/.

(Feb. 7, 2024)

Sarah Smith, Community Advisory Council Program Manager (503) 584-1303 /ssmith@ willamettehealthcouncil.org

NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE VACANCY Dallas School District Board of Directors is seeking citizens

to fill vacancies on the school district budget committee. The term of appointment will be March 1, 2024 through February 28, 2027. The budget committee is made up of five appointed members. To serve on this committee an individual must be a registered voter in the district and cannot be an employee, officer or agent of the school district. If interested in serving on the budget committee, please c o n t a c t S t e v e S p e n c e r, S u p e r i n t e n d e n t o r Ta m i Montague, Director of Fiscal Services, at (503)623-5594 no later than February 22, 2024 for application instructions. Candidates will be interviewed and/or announced at the February 27, 2024 school board meeting.

(Feb. 7, 2024) Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice IN Self Storage - Salem Wallace located at 300 Musgrave Ave., NW Salem OR 97304 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupant who is in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 2/16/2024 at 10:00AM. Brittany Holt unit #5023. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. (Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2024)

POLK COUNTY ITEMIZER OBSERVER • FEBRUARY 7, 2024

PUBLIC NOTICES TS No. OR08000208-22-2 APN 222039 TO No 230081280-ORMSI TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, ERIK C JACOBS as Grantor to U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION as Trustee, in favor of U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND as Beneficiary dated as of January 18, 2008 and recorded on January 24, 2008 as Instrument No. 2008-000921 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Polk County, Oregon to-wit: APN: 222039 BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIPE ON THE SOUTH BANK OF LACREOLE RIVER, SAID PIPE BEING SOUTH 19°, EAST 2.72 CHAINS TO AN IRON PIPE AND NORTH 89° 09’ EAST 16.50 CHAINS TO AN IRON PIPE AND SOUTH 88° 56’ EAST 4.20 CHAINS FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 4 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN IN POLK COUNTY, OREGON; RUNNING THENCE SOUTH 88° 56’ EAST 9.00 CHAINS TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE NORTH 26° 56’ CHAINS TO AN ANCHOR POST ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE STATE HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTH 79° 48’ WEST ALONG THE FENCE ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID HIGHWAY 10.40 CHAINS TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 02° 55’ EAST 24.41 CHAINS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING..Commonly known as: 6670 RICKREALL RD, INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 Both the Beneficiary, U.S. Bank National Association, and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Monthly Payment(s): Monthly Payment(s) from 09/01/2022 to 01/01/2024 at $19,862.45 Late Charge(s): 125.00 By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $98,635.79 together with interest thereon at the rate of 8.75000% per annum from September 1, 2022 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on May 21, 2024 at the hour of 09:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Main Street Plaza, Polk County Courthouse, 850 Main Street, Dallas, OR 97338 County of Polk, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 1/4/2024 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Order Number 99183, Pub Dates: 1/24/2024, 1/31/2024, 2/7/2024, 2/14/2024, ITEMIZER-OBSERVER (Jan 24, 31, Feb. 2, 14, 2024) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK PROBATE DEPARTMENT Case No.: 23PB10365 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of: OPAL DARLENE SEARS, Deceased. Notice: The Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Polk, has appointed Richard Alan Sears as Personal Representative of the Estate of Opal Darlene Sears, deceased. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present the same, with proper vouchers to the Personal Representative, c/o Stan Butterfield, Stan Butterfield, P.C., Attorney at Law, 605 SW

Church St., Dallas, OR 97338, within four months from the date of the first publication of this notice as stated below, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative.

Richard Alan Sears, Personal Representative c/o Stan Butterfield, P.C. Attorney at Law 605 SW Church St. Dallas, OR 97338 Telephone: (503) 623-2427 Email: stan@stanbutterfield.com

Personal Representative by directing said claims to Roger K. Evans, Evans & Associates, 675 Church Street NE, Salem, Oregon 97301, within four months from the date of first publication of this notice as stated below, or they may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by this proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published January 31, 2024. s/ Justin L. Gwynn Justin L. Gwynn, Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Justin L. Gwynn ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE:

(Jan 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2024)

Roger K. Evans, OSB #812170

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Probate Department NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS Case No. 23PB11312 Estate of LOYDEE SUNDIN STONEBRINK DOD: November 23, 2023

8625 SW Grand Ronde Rd., #11 Grand Ronde, OR 97347

Dated and first published January 24, 2024.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Glen E. Stonebrink has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Loydee Sundin Stonebrink, deceased, Polk County Circuit Court Case No. 23PB11312. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present the same within four months from the first date of publication of this notice to the Personal Representative, Glen E. Stonebrink, c/o Kevin L. Mannix, P.C., 2009 State Street, Salem, OR 97301. Any person whose rights may be affected by these proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the abovetitled Court or from the Personal Representative or from the Personal Representative’s attorney, Joseph O. Huddleston, of Kevin L. Mannix, P.C., 2009 State Street, Salem, OR 97301. DATED and first published: Jan. 24, 2024 /s/ Joseph O. Huddleston Attorney for the Personal Representative Published: Jan. 24, 2024; Jan. 31, 2024, Feb. 7, 2024 (Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2024) NOTICE The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has in its physical possession the unclaimed personal property described below. If you have any ownership interest in any of that unclaimed property, you must file a claim with the Polk County Sheriff’s office within 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, or you will lose your interest in that property. • Firearms, knives, bicycles, electronic equipment, electronic devices, electric machines, jewelry, tools, bags/backpacks, cash, ammunition, sports equipment, horticulture supplies, fishing gear, surveillance systems, generators, farm machinery, power tools sound equipment, musical instruments, lawn mowers, tractors, Conex box - Lexus GX400 JTJAM7BX9L5244911 -Toyota Sienna Van 5TDKK3DC6ES468098 -Dodge Ram Promaster 3C6TRVBG5LE114136 - John Deere E130 1GXE130E4LL223968 - John Deere S120 1GXS120ELMM026 -16’ Stratos Boat BZNGD159J495 - VOLKSWAGEN Bug 3VWCB21C52M417199 - John Deere E120 (Jan. 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 2024) PURSUANT TO ORS CHAPTER 87 Notice is hereby given that the following vehicle will be sold, for cash to the highest bidder, on 2/8/24. The sale will be held at 10:00am by Shane Marx 6200 Poplar Ln. Independence, OR 2007 Forest River Trailer VIN: 4X4TSEA207C030669 Amount due on lien: $5200 Reputed owner: Carl E. Bengtson, Kathleen A. Bengtson Lienholder: Linn-Co Federal Credit Union” (Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2024) Notice of Self Storage Sale Monmouth Mini Storage (503)838-0803 555 Gwinn Street E, Monmouth, OR 97361 Units to be auctioned off verbally Feb 17th 2024 at 10am All units sold as a whole. Jim Ball unit 138, Jamie Thornton unit 246, Theressa Moore unit 244. (Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2024) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Probate Department Case No. 24PB00270 In the Matter of the Estate of GREGORY SCOTT HALLER, Deceased. N O T I C E TO I N T E R E S T E D PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Polk, has appointed the undersigned, Justin L. Gwynn, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Gregory Scott Haller, on January 22, 2024. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present the same, with proper vouchers to the

Phone: (503) 979-6587 Evans & Associates 675 Church St NE, Salem, OR 97301 Phone: (503) 585-2121 Fax: (503) 364-7689 Email: office@rogerkevans.com (Jan.31, Feb. 7, 14, 2024) Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice US Storage Centers - Salem Glen Creek located at 350 Glen Creek Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants whom are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures.com on 2/15/2024 at 12:00PM. Brett Nolan Palmer unit #A027; Colin Michael Thompson units #A038 & #G022; Sara Louise van Gilder units #A041 & #K011; Llewellyn Merwyn Fischer unit #A048; Dawna Darlene Patten unit #B073; Lela Bartels unit #F028. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. (Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2024) Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice IN Self Storage - Salem West located at 2401 Salem Dallas Hwy NW, Salem, OR 97304 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants whom are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 2/15/2024 at 10:00AM. Joe L Winter unit #081; Amanda Ebert unit #133; Sergio Diaz unit #188; Catherine Joslin unit #421. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. (Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2024) TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-23-967047RM Reference is made to that certain deed made by, K E L LY C H A P M A N A N D HEIDI CHAPMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Grantor to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY OF OREGON, as trustee, in favor of WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 6/25/2004, recorded 6/28/2004, in official records of POLK County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as fee/file/instrument/microfilm/ reception number 2004-010419 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to US Bank Trust National Association, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Owner Trustee For VRMTG Asset Trust covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 562318 07529-AC-05200 LOT 11, BLOCK 3, NORTH OAKS ADDITION, PHASE IV, IN THE CITY OF D A L L A S , P O L K C O U N T Y, OREGON. Commonly known as: 592 NW Eve St, Dallas, OR 97338 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed, or, if such action has been instituted, such action has been dismissed except as permitted by ORS 86.752(7). Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the trust deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantor’s failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $18,150.55 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAY O F F : $ 2 0 2 , 4 7 8 . 5 7

Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 5/1/2023, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION O F WA S H I N G TO N , t h e undersigned trustee will on 5/21/2024 at the hour of 9:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, At the Front Entrance to the Polk County Courthouse, located at 850 Main Street, Dallas, OR 97338 County of POLK, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to grantor or of any lessee or other person in possession of or occupying the property, except: Name and Last Known Address and Nature of Right, Lien or Interest Kelly Chapman 592 NW Eve St Dallas, OR 97338 Original Borrower Heidi Chapman 592 NW Eve St Dallas, OR 97338 Original Borrower For Sale Information Call: 800280-2832 or Login to: www. auction.com In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to this grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by the trust deed, and the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing

methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: TENANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY HAVE CERTAIN PROTECTIONS AFFORDED TO THEM UNDER ORS 86.782 AND POSSIBLY U N D E R F E D E R A L L AW. ATTACHED TO THIS NOTICE OF SALE, AND INCORPORATED HEREIN, IS A NOTICE TO TENANTS THAT SETS FORTH SOME OF THE PROTECTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO A TENANT OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY AND WHICH S E T S F O R T H C E R TA I N REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE COMPLIED WITH BY ANY TENANT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE AFFORDED PROTECTION, AS REQUIRED UNDER ORS 86.771. TS No: OR-23-967047RM Dated: 1/5/2024 Quality Loan Service Corporation, as Trustee Signature By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Mailing Address: Q U A L I T Y L O A N S E RV I C E CORPORATION F/K/A QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 450, Seattle, WA 98104 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free: (866) 925-0241 IDSPub #0190319 2/7/2024 2/14/2024 2/21/2024 2/28/2024 (Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024) NOTICE OF ANNEXATION PUBLIC HEARING FILE NO. AX | 2024-01 Proposed Project: The Independence City Council will hold a public hearing on February 27, 2024 (6:30 pm) to consider a request to annex 6525 Corvallis Road (Taxmap 8.4.33, Taxlot: 100), a 7.96Acre parcel on the west side of Corvallis Road. The request seeks to annex the property into the City and replace the existing County Suburban Residential Zone (that applies to the property) with the City MixedDensity Residential Zone. A portion of the Southern Pacific Railroad (from a line that aligns with the south line of the River Oak Subdivision to the southern boundary of 6525 Corvallis Road) would also be annexed as part of the proposal. The rail line would be included to provide a coherent city boundary in the area. No division of the annexed land or approval of development would occur as part of the request. Project Location: 6525 Corvallis Road (Taxmap 8.4.33, Taxlot: 100), and a portion of the Southern Pacific Railroad (from a line that aligns with the south line of the River Oak Subdivision to the southern extent of 6525 Corvallis Road). Application Criteria: The decision on the application will be based on the approval criteria in the Independence Comprehensive Plan and Independence Development Code (IDC) Subchapters 10, 11, 12, 14, and 23. The approval criteria are available for review at the Independence Civic Center or online at: https://www. ci.independence.or.us/codesplans-maps/. Time and Place of Public Hearing: February 27, 2024 (6:30 pm) at the Independence Civic Center (555 S. Main Street, Independence). The meeting location is accessible to people with disabilities. Any requests for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Karin Johnson, City Recorder, 503838-1212 / TTY: 800-735-2900. The City is an Equal Opportunity Provider. Information Available: The above noted file is available for inspection at no cost at the Independence Civic Center. A staff report for the application will be available at least seven days prior to the hearing. Copies of the information may be obtained from the City for a minimal cost. Submittal of Testimony: Anyone wishing to present written testimony may submit testimony up to and at the public hearing. Oral testimony may be provided at the public hearing. Appeal Process: Individuals that would like to reserve their right to appeal the proposal should comment or submit a letter, along with any concerns, by the close of the hearing. Failure to raise an issue or to provide sufficient specificity to afford the decision-maker the opportunity to respond to the issue precludes the ability to raise the issue at a subsequent time on appeal before the Land Use Board of Appeals. Any appeal of the decision must be filed with the Land Use Board of Appeals within 21 days of the final decision date. Staff Contact: For further information or to request special accommodation for the hearing, please contact Fred Evander, Community Planner, at the Independence Civic Center, 555 S. Main Street, Independence, 503-837-1168, or fevander@ ci.independence.or.us. (Feb. 7, 14, 2024) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK In the Matter of the Estate of Timothy Jones, deceased. Probate No. 24PB00176

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present such claims within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice to Pawlick Law, LLC, P.O. Box 4691, Salem, OR 97302, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the attorneys for the Personal Representative. Date first published: February 7, 2024. \s\ Nathan Jones Personal Representative Kathryn H. Pawlick OSB #184238 Pawlick Law, LLC P.O. Box 4691 Salem, OR 97302 Of Attorney for Personal Representative (Feb. 7, 2024) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF POLK Probate Department Case No. 24PB00175 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of: John Lawrence Brill, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Salem Opeifa 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: 1530 SW Taylor Street, Portland, OR 97205, 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 attorneys for the Personal Representative. Dated and published on February 7, 2024 /s/ Salem Opeifa Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Salem Opeifa ATTORNEYS FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Scott Howard OSB No. 790583 Kivel & Howard, LLP 1530 SW Taylor Street Portland, OR 97205 Tel: (503) 796-0909 Fax: (503) 802-4757 Email: showard@k-hlaw.com (Feb. 7, 2024) PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE hereby is given that the two-year period for the redemption of real properties in the 2021 delinquent tax lien foreclosure proceedings instituted by Polk County, Oregon on February 24, 2022, in the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Polk County, case number 21CV33971, and included in the General Judgment: Foreclosure entered therein on February 24, 2022, will expire on February 26, 2024. All properties ordered sold under the General Judgment: Foreclosure, unless redeemed on or before February 26, 2024, will be deeded to Polk County, Oregon, immediately on expiration of the period of redemption, and every right and interest of any person in such properties will be forfeited forever to Polk County, Oregon. Katlyn D’Agostini Tax Collector POLK COUNTY (Feb. 7, 14, 2024)

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1. By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance of: $149,038.93; 2. Interest through 1/9/2024 in the amount of: $5,736.03 3. Escrow Advances in the amount of: $ 4,173.02 4. Accum Late Charges in the amount of: $35.22 5. Recoverable Balance in the Amount of: $1,317.23 6. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 4.5000000% per annum until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of $149,359.42 together with the interest thereon at the rate 4.5000000% per annum from 03/01/2023 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 06/04/2024 at the hour of 9:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the front entrance of the Courthouse, 850 Main Street, Dallas, 97338 County of Polk, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured (and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee). Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes; has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or

trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by The Mortgage Law Firm, LLC. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. Also, please be advised that pursuant to the terms stated on the Deed of Trust and Note, the beneficiary is allowed to conduct property inspections while there is a default. This shall serve as notice that the beneficiary shall be conducting property inspections on the referenced property. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 06/04/2024 (date). The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information

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FORECLOSURE SALE: RENT YOU SHOULD CONTINUE TO PAY RENT TO YOUR LANDLORD UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS SOLD OR UNTIL A COURT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. IF YOU DO NOT PAY RENT, YOU CAN BE EVICTED. BE SURE TO KEEP PROOF OF ANY PAYMENTS YOU MAKE. SECURITY DEPOSIT You may apply your security deposit and any rent you paid in advance against the current rent you owe your landlord as provided in ORS 90.367. To do this, you must notify your landlord in writing that you want to subtract the amount of your security deposit or prepaid rent from your rent payment. You may do this only for the rent you owe your current landlord. If you do this, you must do so before the foreclosure sale. The business or individual who buys this property at the foreclosure sale is not responsible to you for any deposit or prepaid rent you paid to your landlord. ABOUT YOUR TENANCY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE The new owner that buys this property at the foreclosure sale may be willing to allow you to stay as a tenant instead of requiring you to move out after 30 or 60 days. After the sale, you should receive a written notice informing you that the sale took place and giving you the new owner’s name and contact information. You should contact the new owner if you would like to stay. If the new owner accepts rent from you, signs a new residential rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: • You do not owe rent; • The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and • You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU

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• At 12:12 a.m., a report of a male walking in the roadway on Kings Valley Highway. An officer gave the subject a courtesy ride home. • At 12:59 a.m., a report of a suspicious vehicle. Officers found a “Door Dasher” was waiting for an order on Monmouth Cutoff. • At 1:21 p.m., a report of a suspicious vehicle on Brandvold Drive. A subject was playing on their phone in the parking lot. • At 4:17 p.m., a report of two juveniles smoking marijuana under the LaCreole Bridge on Walnut Avenue. One juvenile was cited and the other was referred to the Polk County Juvenile Department. • At 6:08 p.m., a report of trespassing on Kings Valley Highway. A subject was intoxicated in front of location and told to move along. Complainant allowed subject to sober up before leaving. • At 8:24 p.m., a report of two females on Main Street intoxicated and being loud. An officer spoke with them and they agreed to be quiet for the remainder of the night. • At 10:12 p.m., a report of two juveniles playing basketball on Brandvold Drive. An officer informed them of park hours.

Friday, Jan. 26

• At 3:15 p.m., a report of suspicious activity on Prince Court. The complainant requested extra patrols. • At 3:29 p.m., a report of a theft of packages from a porch on Birch Street. • At 3:58 p.m. Michael Stroud was cited and released for theft 3 and trespassed him from the Dollar Tree. • At 4:30 p.m., Jonathan Kraemer was cited and released for theft 2. • At 6:45 p.m., Micheal Stroud was arrested for trespass for returning to and refusing to leave Abby’s Pizza on Ellendale Avenue.

Saturday, Jan. 27

• At 8:09 p.m., a report of stolen license plates from a truck on Ellendale Avenue.

Sunday, Jan. 28

• At 10:49 a.m., a report of a stolen vehicle on Ellendale Avenue. • At 11:50 a.m., a report of a juvenile dumping feces in a field. An officer warned the juvenile of consequences and parents will have them clean it up. • At 12:08 p.m., a stolen vehicle was found and recovered on Ellendale Avenuue. The case is still under investigation.

Monday, Jan. 29

• At 8:30 a.m., a report of a theft of an Amazon package on Mill Street. • At 2:08 p.m., a report of a single vehicle crash into porch/fence on Washington Avenue. Officers found the crash is likely due to medical issues, with no sign of impairment. • At 2:21 p.m., a report of a hit and run crash with injury on Ellendale Avenue. The suspect Billie Lopez was arrested and lodged at Polk County Jail. • At 4:40 p.m., a report of a trespasser refusing to leave

NAPA Auto. A male subject was formally trespassed from the location on Ellendale Avenue. • At 5:48 p.m. Tyler Johnson was arrested and charged with strangulation, assault 4 and disorderly conduct on Ellendale Avenue and lodged at Polk County Jail.

Tuesday, Jan. 30

• At 6:26 a.m., a male subject was trespassed from a location on Ellendale Avenue • At 8:30 a.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 38 mph in a 25-mph zone on LaCreole Drive. • At 10:42 a.m., a report of a stolen vehicle on Maple Street. The owner later realized he had driven a different vehicle. • At 1:53 p.m., a report of a suspicious vehicle on Sequoia Avenue. Three individuals from Blue Raven Solar were giving neighbors information about solar power options. • At 6:43 p.m., a report of a male on the floor on Main Street. The male subject refused medics. • At 6:58 p.m., Michael Stroud was arrested and charged with trespass and lodged at Polk County Jail.

Wednesday, Jan. 31

• At 12:25 p.m., a report of a physical altercation on Douglas Street. No one wanted to press charges. • At 4:15 p.m., a report of an unconscious person in a vehicle at an intersection on Levens Street. The vehicle had died and the owner was reading the car manual. • At 5:59 p.m., a report of an armed person on Oakwood Drive. A subject was cited and released after hallucinating and pointing a firearm at a neighbor. • At 8:51 p.m., a motorist was cited for speeding 39 mph in a 25-mph zone on

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Miller Avenue and warned for failing to register a vehicle.

Independence Police Department

• Joanna Garcia Martinez, 32, of Salem, was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with unlawful possession of a firearm. • Edgar Garcia Martinez, 36, of Salem, was arrested Feb. 1 on an outstanding warrant. • Victor Lee HunterBernstein, 26, a transient, was arrested Feb . 1 and charged with theft 2 – shoplifting.

Monmouth Police Department

• Jaime Rodriguez, 43, was arrested Jan. 25 and charged with three counts of theft and criminal trespass • Adam Johnson, 39, was arrested Jan. 29 on an outstanding warrant. • Miguel Mendoza-Zavala, 32, was arrested Feb. 1 on an outstanding warrant. • Marco A Espinoza, 23, was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with theft 2. • Victor Thomas HunterBernstein, 26, was arrested Feb. 1 on an outstanding warrant.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office

• Ronald AguilarEspinoza was arrested Jan. 31 and placed on hold for U.S. Marshals (dangerous weapons). • Michael Scott Chandler was arrested Jan. 30 and charged with failure to carry/ present operator’s license, giving false information to police officer - criminal offense, and reckless driving. He was also placed on hold

for Yamhill County for parole violation. • Dolphus Creer was arrested Jan. 29 and charged with failure to carry/present operator’s license, unauthorized use motor vehicle, criminal driving while suspended/revoked and giving false information to a police officer - criminal offense. he was also placed on hold for Multnomah County (assault 1). • Randy Michael Day was arrested Jan. 30 for postprison violation (aggravated assault). • Brandin William Disney was arrested Feb. 2 and charged with post prison violation (possession of methamphetamine). • Vincent Alan Elder was arrested Jan. 31 and placed on hold with U.S. Marshals (child sex corruption). • Ricky Anthony Fontaine was arrested Jan. 31 and placed on hold for U.S. Marshals (dangerous weapons). • Jeremy William George was arrested Jan. 26 and charged with attempted cutting/transporting minor forest product, criminal trespass 2, three counts of unauthorized use motor vehicle and three counts of possession of a stolen vehicle. • Victor Thomas HunterBernstein was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with theft 2 and placed on hold for Multnomah County (animal abuse 2). • Tyler Austin Johnson was arrested Jan. 29 and charged with assault 4 (domestic violence), strangulation and disorderly conduct 2. • Michael Tyrone McQueen was arrested Jan. 30 and charged with post prison violation (weapon use/aggravated harassment). • Samuel Steven Richardson was arrested Jan. 29 and charged with criminal trespass 1.

• Jason Joseph Robinson was arrested Feb. 1 and placed on hold for U.S. Marshals (robbery). • Daniel Thomas Stanberry was arrested Feb. 1 and placed on hold for Benton County (manslaughter. 1 and 2, reckless endangering - driving, failure to register). • Michael Allan Stroud was arrested Jan. 31 and charged with criminal trespass 1. • Joel Terry Karl Thompson was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with public indecency. • Dakota William Winkler was arrested Jan. 31 and charged with aggravated harassment, criminal trespass 2, attempt to commit a crime (aggravated harassment) and theft 3. He was also placed on hold for Marion County – failure to appear (theft 2). • Marshall Bert Wright was arrested Jan. 27 and charged with robbery 2 and robbery 3. • Joanna Garcia-Martinez was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with carrying a concealed/possession of a firearm, and was placed on hold for Clackamas County (theft 1). • Robin Holly Rindfusz was arrested Jan. 30 and placed on hold for Benton County. • Tishura Marie Schlecht was arrested Jan. 26 and charged with two counts of failure to appear (resisting arrest, criminal trespass 2). • Alyssa Eileen Taylor was arrested Feb. 1 and charged with two counts of failure to appear (unlawful entry into a motor vehicle, theft 2). • Alexandria Brook Tejeda was arrested Feb. 2 and charged with harassment. • Jamie Lee Young was arrested Jan. 30 and charged with forgery 2, resisting arrest, theft 2, criminal possession of forgery instrument 2 and three counts of identity theft.

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