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On Tuesday, Jan. 14, City of St. Helens officials posted an advisory on the City’s website that all of the City department phones, computers and emails were offline. The disruption affected all City departments, including City Hall, Public Works, Public Library and the Recreation Center. The City’s online statement

said Emergency 911 and the nonemergency dispatch, 503-397-1521, were still working. According to the advisory, “If you need to reach a City department before next week, you will need to go to their physical location to speak to a staff member,” the City’s website message reads. “We apologize for this inconvenience. I.T. staff is aware of the issue and working hard to resolve the problem.” On Jan. 22, the City’s communications officer Crystal Farnsworth issued the following statement. “On January 14, 2020, the City of St. Helens became aware of sus-

picious activity within our computer network and that some data and programs were unavailable. We promptly commenced an investigation and took the rest of our network offline in response. “We also engaged cybersecurity experts to assist with our investigation of the suspicious activity and to help restore access to programs and data within our network. Since that time we have restored some systems.” Farnsworth said the investigation and restoration efforts were ongoing. In a followup interview with the

Chronicle that same day, Farnsworth said the City’s ability to accept online utility payments continued despite the systems disruption. “Our utility billing department can take credit card payments,” she said. “Even while our systems were down, City Hall remained open and our residents could make payments for utilities/court/etc. via check or cash at the utility billing office or at City Hall in person,” Farnsworth said for those that were not able to make utility payments before the late fee assessment is normally applied, no late fees for utilities will be assessed for the

month of January because of the unplanned outage. On Thursday, Jan. 23, City of St. Helens officials posted another advisory at the City’s website saying most of the City department phones, emails and computers were back online and working. As The Chronicle continues to closely follow the impact of a disruption of the City of St Helens telephone, email and computer systems, we have learned the the City is now

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Valentine-making volunteers from left to right ,Carla Bodenhamer, Sharon Brown, and Mary Ann Shaw display the valentines made for Columbia County veterans. STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

Veterans throughout Columbia County will be receiving a special gift this coming Valentine’s Day. The gifts of love were all constructed by the hands of volunteers during the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service project on Jan. 20. Dozens of volunteers met at the Scappoose Senior Center to create over 300 valentines, which will be distributed to local veterans during the Columbia County Retired Senior & Volunteer Program’s (RSVP) 6th Annual Valentines for Vets project.

During the first two weeks of February, volunteers will distribute the hand-made valentines to as many veterans as possible in Columbia County. The volunteers said they created each valentine to show appreciation and respect to veterans for serving the country. Organizers give special thanks to Miss B’s (Carrie Bodenhamer) 4/5 split class at Olympic Elementary in Longview, WA for making an additional 80 valentines to be distributed to the veterans. “All the valentines are sure to

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The statewide graduation rate for the class of 2018-19 is 80 percent, up 1.3 percentage points over the previous year and the highest graduation rate ever recorded in Oregon, according to data released by the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). The St. Helens School District reports its 4-year cohort graduation rate is the highest it has ever been, at 87.32 percent, and up 6.59 percentage points from 2017-18. In a statement, District officials said compared with the other 18 schools from around the state with similar graduation class sizes, St. Helens High School had the second largest improvement in graduation rate. Graduation barriers According to St. Helens High School Principal Dr. Katy Wagner,

there are many barriers that exist that could lead to a student not graduating. “Many research studies have identified that the number of credits that a 9th grade student receives is a predictor of on-time graduation,” she said. “Higher mobility and unstable living situations can lead to increased risk of not graduating. We examine attendance, behavior, and course completion data to identify risk factors and develop interventions and supports for those students and their families to help them succeed.” The SHHS graduation approach Wagner said the District and the St. Helens High School staff and teachers are working to reach all students to ensure graduation. “We implemented a 9th grade Success Team that examines

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From St. Helens, across Columbia County and throughout the state, more Oregonians are working. In fact, the December unemployment rate, at 3.7 percent, is the lowest on comparable records dating back to 1976. The November unemployment rate was 3.9 percent. “The latest estimates suggest there are fewer unemployed Oregonians now than at any point since 1976, when comparable records begin,” Oregon Employment Department Systems and Economic Analysis manager Nick Beleiciks said. “That’s especially striking considering Oregon’s labor force is twice as large as it was 44 years ago.” In December, many of Oregon’s workforce metrics set records, indicating an increasingly tight labor market. The number of people who were unemployed for less than half a year dropped to the lowest level in at least 18 years. The number of people who were unemployed due to a layoff also dropped to the lowest level in the past two decades. The broadest measure

of labor underutilization, called “U-6”, came in at the lowest on records dating back nearly two decades. This measure includes the unemployed, plus those who want a full-time job but who were working parttime due to the economy. Total nonfarm payroll employment grew by 800 jobs in December, following a gain of 3,800 jobs, as revised, in November. December gains were strongest in leisure and hospitality (+2,000 jobs). In addition, several industries added between 300 and 500 jobs. Meanwhile, two industries declined by more than 500 jobs: health care and social assistance (-900 jobs) and professional and business services (-1,600 jobs). Oregon’s over-the-year job growth of 1.4 percent equaled the U.S. job growth of 1.4 percent. Most of Oregon’s major industries expanded by between 1 percent and 3 percent since December 2018. The fastest growing industries in the past 12 months were private educational services (+1,300 jobs, or 3.6%) and transportation, warehousing, and utilities (+2,100 jobs, or 3.0%). In that time only two industries cut jobs: retail trade (-700 jobs, or -0.3%) and mining and logging (-300 jobs, or -4.2%).

The Oregon Employment Department reports 2,036,400 employed and 60,847 unemployed in December.

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On Thursday, Jan. 23, George Byers, a 60-year Columbia County resident, celebrated his 102nd birthday with a few close friends and his 88-year-old wife, Gertie at Burgerville in St. Helens. Byers is a veteran, having served in the Navy during World War II. The couple has two sons, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Public meetings to address new land use rules STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

Owners of certain types of property in unincorporated areas of Columbia County will face new rules in 2021 and a series of public open houses next month will be used to outline the new rules. According to a release from Columbia County, bills passed by the Oregon legislature in 2019 give further direction to property owners who wish to place new dwellings on land designated as primary forest, zoned PF 80. Additionally, properties in floodplains could be affected by new state and Federal Emergency Management Agency regulations. Columbia County is offering a series of open houses throughout the county to explain the rules, some of which are in effect immediately. Rules applying to new dwellings planned for primary forest zones will go into effect November 2021. Representatives from Columbia County’s Planning Division will also be available to discuss proposed building setback changes for county zones within urban growth boundaries. The new rules will update the

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county’s zoning ordinance. “If you own property in mapped floodplain areas, or if you own multiple parcels of land that are zoned by the state as Primary Forest, we recommend you attend one of the upcoming open house sessions,” Columbia County Planning Division Manager Matt Laird said. Nearly 78 percent of Columbia County is zoned forest. The sessions are informal and allow for property owners to speak directly with planners to learn more about how the rules will be applied. Copies of the new State of Oregon Model Floodplain Rules that will be applied to any new development within FEMA mapped flood hazard areas will also be available for review. During the sessions, county representatives will also gather input on current public participation and citizen involvement techniques. “We want to learn about residents’ preferred methods for communication with the county on land use matters,” Laird said. Currently, the county uses its seven Citizen Planning Advisory Committees led by people who live in or own property in their communities. Committee

members are elected by their neighbors, and provide advice and recommendations on land use matters being considered by the Planning Division, the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners. The open houses will take place from 5–8 p.m. on the following dates and locations:

Search for missing St. Helens man JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

The search for missing 45-year-old Kenny Lee Landreth of St. Helens continued on Tuesday morning, Jan. 28. The search began Sunday night in the Warren area by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and on Tuesday searchers included Columbia County Search and Rescue, both ground searchers and searchers on horseback from CCSO’s Posse, OSP and Scappoose Fire with their drone, Washington County Search and Rescue and St. Helens Police, according to Columbia County Sheriff Brian Pixley. Pixley said Landreth does have a medical condition that “escalates the responses,” but Pixley did not give specific details of that medical condition. As of press time on Tuesday, Jan. 28, the search was concentrated in the area of Viewcrest Drive down to Scappoose Vernonia Highway. Pixley said the search conditions are challenging. “The challenges of this search is the terrain and lack of a lot of solid information,” he said. “We have had to piece together Mr. Landreth’s

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St. Helen resident Kenny Lee Landreth was last seen on Jan. 25.

movements since Saturday. We have done so through solid police work and help from the community.” Pixley said the terrain and the weather have also made the search more difficult. “We utilized drones from OSP and Scappoose Fire on Monday with FLIR (thermal imaging) capabilities, but they had to be grounded due to the weather,” Pixley said. “If we can get a break in the weather, we can deploy them again.” Pixley said since the

search began, there has been community support to find Landreth. “We have had a huge outpouring of community support during this search,” he said. If you have any information about this missing person, call the Columbia County Sheriffs Office at 503-397-1521. Call 911 if you locate Landreth. Follow this developing story here online and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.

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using a third party forensic IT firm that specializes in cyber security as it continues its investigation. The following is a conversation with Farnsworth about this investigation. The Chronicle: At any time during the offline issues, were any City of St. Helens customers’ personal data compromised? Crystal Farnsworth: At this time, we have no reason to believe that any personal data was compromised. An outside forensic IT firm is currently going through all data to ensure this is true. If anything changes in the future, the City will promptly inform our community and customers. The Chronicle: At any time during the offline issues,

Helens! Never have I been treated with such kindness and respect on a job! Being a flagger can be thankless, so I try to smile and wave and keep residents up to date with our progress. In return people bring coffee, smoothies, wa-

ter, hot cocoa, etc. We know each other by name and have exchanged phone numbers! I try to represent the company I work for in a positive lightA+ flagging, in case you were wondering! I look forward to coming to work ev-

ery day; we tell jokes, sing, and sometimes dance! My best day was my birthday. I received many thoughtful and touching cards, and so many Happy Birthday song serenades! I went home with four dozen doughnuts,

cake, pie, and full from my Thai lunch that was bought for me! I couldn’t help but cry and I was told they did these things because they appreciate how hard I work and always have a smile! Well, how hard is that? A

little kindness goes a very long way! So, thank you St. Helens, from the bottom of my heart! We still have a few months to go!

was any sensitive and personal City data compromised?

The Chronicle: Specifically, what is the City doing now to protect the emails, phones and computer systems so this doesn’t happen again?

as well as with other agencies to compare notes, ideas, and discoveries. This situation is no different. There is no full-proof 100 percent clear blockage to stop things like this from happening just like we have seen with many government agencies and private companies that deal with these issues. The goal is to block as many attacks as possible and have a plan in place to mitigate as much risks as you can and be prepared. With assistance from our internal and external IT support, the City of St. Helens was fortunate to have mitigated this specific risk with, as it appears right now, no loss of customer or personal information.

cause and it was mitigated to bring our systems back online. The IT forensic group will make a final determination before official cause is released.

law enforcement agency is involved?

Farnsworth: At this time, we have no reason to believe that any sensitive or personal city data was compromised. An outside forensic IT firm is currently going through all data to ensure this is true. If anything changes in the future, the City will promptly inform our community and customers. The Chronicle: What would be the estimated cost for the systems offline repair? Farnsworth: This past year, the City increased its IT security insurance in response to many communities around the world getting hit with cyber threats. The City felt at the time that it was worth the extra money to increase our coverage liability. That increase in liability coverage has helped cover all of the costs so far of investigation and resolution with the current situation.

Farnsworth: As the City has always done, we will continue our security checks, backups, and increase training for employees to help identify potential threats on the system. Certain aspects of cyber security are in many ways very new to many government agencies, particularly as different types of cyber attacks evolve from day-to-day. This is especially true for smaller communities like St. Helens and others that have been hit recently and in the past. The City was very fortunate that it had a number of security measures already in place to block many of the potential threats we see. As many cities do, we discuss options and ideas on a day-to-day basis internally

The Chronicle: Has the City been able to isolate the cause of the systems disruption? Farnsworth: Our internal and external IT support believe that we have found the

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Farnsworth: There is still an active assessment happening of our system. Until all data has been reviewed and a final determination from the forensic IT firm has been made, we are not releasing specific details. Our computer systems are up and running again and the city is functioning normally right now.

Farnsworth: Our local law enforcement is not involved in the investigation. Our insurance has provided us a third party forensic IT firm that specializes in this type of cyber security and investigation. Once that investigation is complete, the City will release a final statement. The League of Oregon Cities is monitoring the cyberattack at St. Helens. “For situations like this, the LOC provides assistance to its members through training,” the League’s Kevin Toon said. “We will be covering cyber security at our spring conference in April, as well as our annual conference in Salem this October.”

The Chronicle: Is law enforcement currently conducting a criminal investigation into the City of St. Helens systems disruption? Which

Follow this developing story online at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.

The Chronicle: Again, is it possible to give us some indication of what was first noticed by City employees that resulted in the systems disruption?

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bring smiles,” according to a release from RSVP. If you know of a group where veterans gather that RSVP could deliver valentines to, or know of a veteran that would appreciate a card, please contact Columbia County RSVP. Columbia County RSVP is located at 270 Columbia Blvd. in St. Helens. The office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Call 503-3975655, or see RSVP’s Facebook page at www.facebook. com/columbiacountyrsvp Columbia County Retired Senior & Volunteer Program serves a dual purpose of engaging persons 55 and older in volunteer service to meet critical community needs, and in providing a high quality experience that will enrich the lives of volunteers. Columbia County RSVP promotes the engagement of older persons as community resources in planning for community improvement and in delivery of volunteer services.

These are a sample of the over 300 valentines handmade by volunteers that will be delivered to Columbia County veterans in February.

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Community Events February 2 • Columbia Humane Society Vaccination Clinic: Noon – 4 p.m. at the Rainier Fire Station, 211 West 2nd St., Rainier. All vaccines offered at a reduced cost. Proceeds from the vaccines help support Columbia Humane Society. To preregister please call 503-3697643 or email animalwelfare@ columbiahumane.org. February 5 • Master Gardener™ Training: The OSU Extension office in Columbia County will be offering the Master Gardener™ training again this spring. This year, we are trying a new schedule that allows people that work to attend. The classes

will be held on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and on alternate Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for about 10 weeks starting on February 5, at the Extension office in St. Helens. Cost of the program is $100. If interested in the program, call the Extension office at 503 3973462 for an information packet. Online registration is now available at https://tinyurl.com/ ColumbiaMG2020. February 6 • Middle School Information Night at Sauvie Island School: 6 p.m. Middle School Information Night at Sauvie Island School, 14445 NW Charlton Rd., Portland. It is a great way for current and prospective middle

school families (grades 6-8) to learn about the school. Find out about Sauvie Island School’s place-based approach to education and emphasis on community stewardship. Tour the school’s Joyce Miller Owens Annex, designed specifically for middle school students. Teachers, students, and alumni will share their experiences and answer your questions. Community welcome. Pizza provided. Please RSVP to: http://www. sauvieislandschool.org/ February 7 • Quilt Show: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 34721 Church Rd., Warren, Oregon. Book and bake sale,

consignment items, soup, sandwich, pie, quilt raffles and more. For more information, contact Diane at 503-396-6742. February 8 • Valentines for Vets - Elks Veterans Bunker: 5 p.m. Doors open, 6 p.m. Flag Ceremony with dinner to follow. Silent auction followed by LIVE auction starting at 7:30 p.m. This is the 5th annual Gala Fundraiser dinner and auction at Buccini Hall, St. Frederic Church, 165 S. 14th St., St. Helens. Go to ElksVeteransBunker.org to purchase tickets. Call 503410-5225 or 503-369-7635 for sponsorship or to donate auction items.

• Columbia County Oregon Beekeepers and OSU Extension Service presents: 2020 Bee School 101: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at OSU Columbia County Extension, 505 N Columbia River Hwy, St. Helens. $40 if registered by Feb. 1, $45 if registered after Feb. 1, $20 scholarship available for students and those in need. Please call Linda Zahl at 503799-7073 for information. Refreshments provided. Bring a sack lunch. Topics include: honeybee biology, tools and woodworking, acquiring bees, disease and pathogens, hive manipulations for honey protection, gardening for pollinators and more.

• Quilt Show: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 34721 Church Rd., Warren, Oregon. Book and bake sale, consignment items, soup, sandwich, pie, quilt raffles and more. For more information, contact Diane at 503-396-6742.

old and their caregivers for stories, songs and dances with scientific inquiry and artistic expression in order to support children’s development and growth. • River City Singers seeks new members for community chorus, directed by Alice Boyer. First United Methodist Church, 560 Columbia Blvd., St. Helens from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. This is a non-audition choir. For more information call 503-396-0939 or come to any rehearsal. • Community Meal in the Parish Hall at First Lutheran Church, St. Helens from 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Free dinner. For more details on how to help or volunteer call 503-397-0090. • ASD Family Support Group meets every first Thursday from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at 52588 NE 2nd St., Scappoose, Oregon. Adults only, no kiddos please Bring a snack to share. Receive support, encouragement and help your family thrive with ASD. For details, contact Sharrie Kreins, at 503-396-3361. • The Scappoose Rural Fire District and Columbia River Fire and Rescue will have joint board meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings in the months of January, March, May, July, September and November will be held at 58611 McNulty Way, St. Helens, Oregon and meetings held in the months of February, April, June, August, October and December will take place at 33342 SW Meadow Dr., Scappoose Oregon.

fun projects using pulleys, cogs, wheels, and Legos and enter the world of STEM for kids. We will explore how things work, build new worlds and have fun too. • American Legion meet the first Friday of each month at 8 a.m., America’s Best Value Inn, 535 S. Columbia Highway, St. Helens. The meetings are held in the meeting room behind the lounge.

February 14 • Apprenticeship Trade Forum: 10 a.m. - noon at the St. Helens High School Auditorium, 2375 Gable Rd, St. Helens, Oregon. The Apprenticeship Coordinators group of Oregon and SW Washington will be presenting information about building trades, training programs, qualifications, benefits, requirements, and available occupations.

Weekly Events – 4 p.m. in the Community Action Team Board Room, 125 N. 17th St., St. Helens, OR 97051. • Greater St. Helens Aquatic District Board Meetings will be held on the third Monday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Eisenschmidt Pool basement. • St. Helens TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5 p.m. for weigh in and 5:30 p.m. for meeting at Avamere Assisted Living on the third floor in the Craft Room, 2400 Gable Rd., St. Helens. www. tops.org. Tuesdays • Kiwanis Day Breakers Club meets at 7 a.m. at the Village Inn, 535 S. Columbia River Highway, St. Helens. For more details contact Marilyn at 503396-0939. • McNulty Water People’s Utility District Board Meeting is at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at 34240 Millard Road, Warren. • Baby Storytime at 10:15 a.m. at the St. Helens Library. Caregivers with children ages six months to two years are invited to join for stories, fingerplays, songs, bounces, tickles, and other activities that support early brain development, language acquisition, and motor skill growth. Stay after for free play. • The Columbia County Law Library will be holding Court Forms Clinics every Tuesday from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. (weather permitting). Get help filling our court forms commonly used in the Columbia County courthouse. The forms are free and the clinic is free. Sign up is required and is available at the courthouse Mon. – Fri. from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. or at the Law Library

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kids will have time to play with fun toys and interact with each other. This program is geared toward preschool ages, but kids of all ages are welcome to attend. • Port of Columbia County Board of Commissioners hold meetings at 8:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at the Port of Columbia County office, 100 E St., Columbia City. Thursdays • Kiwanis Club of St. Helens meets at 12 p.m. at the Elks Club. For more information call 503-397-6503. • The VFW Auxiliary meets the second Thursday of each month at the St. Helens Senior Center at 1 p.m. Call Sherry at 503-397-2147 for more information. • First Thursday is a quarterly community meeting at 7 p.m. with the St. Helens Police Department held on the first Thursday of the month at Columbia Center’s auditorium, 375 S 18th St. in St. Helens. A new topic is presented at each meeting by a police officer, or police staff, related to community safety, crime prevention, police services, or seasonal-specific safety information. For more details, call 503-397-3333. • Fiber Fanatics meet Thursdays from 10 a.m. – noon in the Armstrong Room at the St. Helens Library. Join others who knit, crochet, spin, weave, needle point, cross-stitch, rug hook, and/or embroider in a relaxed setting. Bring a snack and enjoy conversations. • Columbia Arts Guild meets Thursdays at 10 a.m. in the auditorium at the St. Helens Library. Bring your own art to work on. All disciplines of art welcome. • Preschool Storytime at 11:15 a.m. at the St. Helens Library. Bring your three to five-year-

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Fridays • Veteran’s Breakfast at the Village Inn in the Banquet Room the first Friday of every month. Doors open at 7 a.m. and the meeting starts at 8 a.m. Guest speakers will discuss topics that are important to local Veterans and their families. All veterans are welcome to attend. • Little Builders for Preschoolers from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Scappoose Library Meeting Room. Build

Saturdays • The Ukulele Group meets Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the auditorium in the St. Helens Library. • Ukulele Extra Hour – Instruction in Ukulele Topics is an extra hour of instruction and coaching to extend your musical skills on the ukulele. This is generally scheduled on the second Saturday of each month (check the Library schedule for any specific month) from noon – 1 p.m. at the St. Helens Library. • The St. Helens Writers’ Guild meets the second Saturday of each month from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at the St. Helens Library. Open to all writers. • NAMI Columbia County Support Group, National Alliance on Mental Illness, meets on the second Saturday of every month from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the Elks Veterans Bunker, 125 S. 13th St., St Helens, Oregon. For more information, contact Judy Thompson, at 503-397-6056, or contact NAMI Oregon, at 503- 230-8009. Sundays • Resonate Recovery from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. at 220 S. 1st St, St. Helens. Bible based, Christcentered spiritual recovery meeting for those struggling with addictions and compulsive behavior. Everyone is loved and welcomed. Free childcare during meeting for infants through sixth grade. For more information, contact Bert @ 503-475-3586, or bnewton@ acacialumber.com, Debbie @ 503-560-0521, or check the “Resonate” Facebook page.

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student data and develops interventions to build relationships, provide academic support, and connect students with resources,” Wagner said. “We also implemented a Saturday Intercessions led by teachers and staff that provides students with space and time to make up assignments, retake exams, and receive extra academic support. This has been wellattended by students and continues to build a culture

of care and excellence.” Wagner said additional staff, including a social worker, counselors, and student success coach also have been hired to provide direct services to students. “These additional supports have been crucial in connecting with students, creating wrap teams for those who struggle, and provide accountability,” Wagner said. “We have also shifted the school culture and practice around how to recover credit due to previous course failures. We have also worked to implement Restorative Practices, rather

than punitive punishment, to demonstrate to students that we care about their success, we want them to be engaging in instruction, and will work collaboratively to problem solve. We don’t want to push anyone out.” Engaging all students According to Wagner, a school-wide vote was held to paint a mural in the school that says “Be here. Be you. Belong.” and to have the quote in all classrooms. “We are building a welcoming culture for all,” she said.

Wagner acknowledges that more must be done. “We will be developing a Summer School program that allows students to regain credit from course failures, and provide academic support in math to increase success of 9th graders as they transition to high school,” she said. “We will also be offering courses in Youth Development which is based on the neuroscience of how we learn, mindset and motivation, and organizational skills to set students up for success in high school.” Wagner said the SHHS teachers examined their

course offerings and have begun thinking about different ways to engage students that are relevant to them while meeting rigorous standards. This includes new courses like computer science, yoga, American Sign Language, thematic Language Arts curriculum (Race in America, Voices of American Women, Podcasts, War and Conflict, Law and Disorder), in addition to our recently developed courses such as Global Ethnography through Food and Music, Wild Foods, Monsters & Villains, Graphic Novels, to name a few, Wagner said.

“We have also worked to develop Sources of Strength, a peer-led program that supports students in their well-being, and received an Oregon Health Authority Grant to complete a health needs assessment of our students and the community to inform future planning to ensure our students’ mental and physical health needs are met,” Wagner said. Follow the St. Helens High School graduation online at thechronicleonline. com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR COLUMBIA COUNTY Juvenile Department Case No. 19JU08464 PUBLISHED SUMMONS In the Matter of SKYLER ALLEN MUNCE, A Child. TO: ALVIN LEROY MUNCE III IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF OREGON: A petition has been filed asking the court to terminate your parental rights to the above-named child from the purpose of placing the child for adoption. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PERSONALLY APPEAR BEFORE the Columbia County Circuit Court at 230 Strand Street, St. Helens, Oregon 97051, on the 9th day of March, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. to admit or deny the allegations of the petition and to personally appear at any subsequent court-ordered hearing.

YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY IN THE COURT ROOM ON THE DATE AND AT THE TIME LISTED ABOVE. AN ATTORNEY MAY NOT ATTEND THE HEARING IN YOUR PLACE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST APPEAR EVEN IF YOUR ATTORNEY ALSO APPEARS. This summons is published pursuant to the order of the circuit court judge of the above-entitled court, dated January 3, 2020. The order directs that this summons be published once each week for three consecutive weeks, making three publications in all, in a published newspaper of general circulation in Columbia County. Date of first publication: January 29, 2020. Date of last publication: February

12, 2020. NOTICE: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR PERSONALLY BEFORE THE COURT OR DO NOT APPEAR AT ANY SUBSEQUENT COURTORDERED HEARING, the court may proceed in your absence without further notice and TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS to the abovenamed child either ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THIS SUMMONS OR ON A FUTURE DATE, and may make such orders and take such action as authorized by law. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: (1) YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER. If you are currently represented

by an attorney, CONTACT YOUR ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIVING THIS NOTICE. Your previous attorney may not be representing you in this matter. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY and you meet the state’s financial guidelines, you are entitled to have an attorney appointed for you at state expense. TO REQUEST APPOINTMENT OF AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU AT STATE EXPENSE, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CONTACT the Columbia County Courthouse at 244 Strand St, St. Helens, OR 97051, 503.397.0275 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for further information. IF YOU WISH TO HIRE AN

ATTORNEY, please retain one as soon as possible and have the attorney present at the above hearing. If you need help finding an attorney, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 684-3763 or toll free in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. IF YOU ARE REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH YOUR ATTORNEY AND TO KEEP YOUR ATTORNEY ADVISED OF YOUR WHEREABOUTS. (2) If you contest the petition, the court will schedule a hearing on the allegations of the petition and order you to appear personally and may schedule other hearings related to the petition and order you

to appear personally. IF YOU ARE ORDERED TO APPEAR, YOU MUST APPEAR PERSONALLY IN THE COURTROOM, UNLESS THE COURT HAS GRANTED YOU AN EXCEPTION IN ADVANCE UNDER ORS 419B.918 TO APPEAR BY OTHER MEANS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TELEPHONIC OR OTHER ELECTRONIC MEANS. AN ATTORNEY MAY NOT ATTEND THE HEARING(S) IN YOUR PLACE. PETITIONER’S ATTORNEY Cara J. Smith Assistant Attorney General Department of Justice, 100 SW Market Street, Portland, OR 97201. Phone: (971) 673-1880. ISSUED this 15th day of January, 2020. Issued by: Cara J. Smith #014190 Assistant Attorney General

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the City of St. Helens Planning Commission on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at or after 7:30 PM in the City Council Chambers, located in the City Hall building at 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR. Access into City Hall for this hearing will be from the plaza side entrance. The purpose of this hearing is to consider an application as follows: File No: Variance, V.1.20 Applicant: Anthony & Samantha Stansbury Request: Variance to allow an accessory structure larger than maximum size Location: 2660 Gable Road Map No:

4N1W-5CC-2900 & 3000 Testimony from the public in both oral or written form is invited. The hearing will be conducted in accordance with those procedures found in the City Development Code (SHMC Title 17) Chapter 17.24 and any rules of procedure adopted by the City Council. The Planning Commission is authorized to approve, deny, or approve this application with conditions, based on the following criteria: SHMC 17.108.050 (1) – Criteria for granting a Variance (a) The proposed variance will not be significantly detrimental in its consequence to the

overall purposes of this code, be in conflict with the applicable policies of the comprehensive plan, to any other applicable policies and standards of this code, and be significantly detrimental in its consequence to other properties in the same zoning district or vicinity; (b) There are special circumstances that exist which are peculiar to the lot size or shape, topography or other circumstances over which the applicant has no control, and which are not applicable to other properties in the same zoning district; (c) The use proposed will be the same as permitted under this code and city

standards will be maintained to the greatest extent that is reasonably possible while permitting some economic use of the land; (d) Existing physical and natural systems, such as but not limited to traffic, drainage, dramatic landforms, or parks, will not be adversely affected any more than would occur if the development were located as specified in the code; and (e) The hardship is not self-imposed and the variance requested is the minimum variance which would alleviate the hardship. Failure to raise an issue, including constitutional or other issues relating to

any proposed conditions of approval, in this hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to raise an issue accompanied by statements or evidence sufficient to afford the approving authority an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the applicable appellate jurisdiction (e.g., the Land Use Board of Appeals, LUBA) on that issue, and precludes an action for damages in circuit court. The application file is located at City Hall (265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR) and all documents in the file are available for inspection. A copy of the staff report will

be available for review at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing. There is no cost to inspect the file or staff report; copies are available at a reasonable cost. Questions should be directed to the City Planning Department by phone: 503-397-6272, e-mail: mailto:jacobg@ci.st-helens. or.us, mail: PO Box 278, St. Helens, OR 97051, or in person at City Hall. Anyone needing special assistance should contact City Hall at least 72 hours in advance to ensure the necessary assistance is available. The Council Chambers are fully accessible.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR ANNEXATION File: Annexation, A.5.19 Cinnera A request has been made to annex certain property to the City. Along with this annexation request the City will address amendments to the City Zoning District Map and City Comprehensive Plan Map from County Single-Family Residential (R-10) to City Moderate Residential (R7) or Suburban Residential (R10) and whether the site will be annexed as an established or developing area as provided by SHMC 17.112.020 (1) and (2), respectively. The approximate 0.93 acre site, owned by Tammy Cinnera, is located at the north end of Windy Ridge Road and is also currently identified by Columbia County Tax Assessor Map Number 5N1W-32DC-2300. The City of St. Helens Planning Commission hearing for a recommendation to the City Council will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at (or after) 7:00 PM. The City Council hearing for a decision will be held

on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at (or after) 6:45 PM. These hearings will take place in the City Council Chambers, located in the City Hall building at 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR, which is accessed from the plaza side entrance. The hearings will be conducted in accordance with those procedures found in the City Development Code (SHMC Title 17) Chapter 17.24 and any rules of procedure adopted by the City Council. Pursuant to SHMC 17.28.030 the approval standards for annexation are: (1) The decision to approve, approve with modification, or deny an application to annex property to the city shall be based on the following criteria: (a) Adequate public facilities are available to the area and have sufficient capacity to provide service for the proposed annexation area; and (b) Comply with comprehensive plan amendment standards and zoning ordinance amendment standards and not be in conflict with

applicable comprehensive plan policies and implementing ordinances; and (c) Complies with state laws; and (d) Abutting roads must meet city standards or property owner will be required to sign and record an irrevocable consent to local improvement district; and (e) Property exceeding 10 acres in gross size must show a need on the part of the city for such land if it is designated residential (e.g., less than five years’ supply of like designated lands in current city limits). (2) The plan designation and the zoning designation placed on the property shall be the city’s zoning district which most closely implements the city’s comprehensive plan map designation. (3) The determination of whether the property is an established area or a developing area will be based on the standards contained in Chapter 17.112 SHMC. Pursuant to SHMC 17.08.040 (1) (a) the approval standards for the Zone & Comprehensive

Map amendments are: (i) The applicable comprehensive plan policies and map designation; and that the change will not adversely affect the health, safety, and welfare of the community; and (ii) The applicable Oregon Statewide Planning Goals adopted under ORS Chapter 197, until acknowledgment of the comprehensive plan and ordinances; and (iii) The standards applicable of any provision of this code or other applicable implementing ordinance. Pursuant to SHMC 17.08.060, whether or not the annexation will have a “significant affect” on a transportation facility (Transportation Planning Rule compliance). Pursuant to SHMC 17.112.030 (2) the decision for classifying annexed property as an established or developing area shall be based as they are defined per SHMC 17.112.020 as follows: (1) Established Area. (a) An “established area” is

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CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON COUNTY OF COLUMBIA Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of April Julie Plummer-Porter, deceased. No. 19PB09819 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS Notice is hereby given that Olin D. Howlett has been appointed and has qualified as the

personal representative of the estate. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present their claims, with proper vouchers, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, as stated below, to

the personal representative at the address below, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate 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 22, 2020. MARK A. GORDON, P.C. Attorney for Personal Representative OSB #812424, 1677 St. Helens Street, St. Helens, OR 97051. (503) 397-9066

an area where the land is not classified as buildable land under OAR 660-080005; (b) An established area may include some small tracts of vacant land (tracts less than an acre in size) provided the tracts are surrounded by land which is not classified as buildable land; and (c) An area shown on a zone map or overlay map as an established area. (2) Developing Area. A “developing area” is an area which is included in the city’s buildable land inventory under the provisions of OAR except as provided by subsection (1) (b) of this section. Testimony from the public in either oral or written form is invited. Failure to raise an issue, including constitutional or other issues relating to any proposed conditions of approval, at a hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to raise an issue accompanied by statements or evidence sufficient to afford the approving authority an opportunity to respond to

the issue precludes appeal to the applicable appellate jurisdiction (e.g. the Land Use Board of Appeals, LUBA) on that issue, and precludes an action for damages in circuit court. The application file is located at City Hall (265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR) and all documents in the file are available for inspection. A copy of the staff report will be available for review at least seven (7) calendar days prior to each hearing. There is no cost to inspect the file or staff report; copies are available at a reasonable cost. Questions should be directed to the City Planning Department by phone: 503-397-6272, e-mail: jacobg@ci.st-helens. or.us, mail: PO Box 278, St. Helens, OR 97051, or in person at City Hall. Anyone needing special assistance should contact City Hall at least 72 hours in advance to ensure the necessary assistance is available. The Council Chambers are fully accessible.

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STATEMENT OF PROCEDURES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW The statement of procedures for Columbia County are available for review at the Columbia County Courthouse and

the following libraries: Scappoose, Clatskanie, Rainier, Columbia City, St. Helens and Vernonia.

The Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon. Late submissions are not guaranteed to make it into the paper.

Small earthquake near Scappoose The U.S. Geological Survey reports a 2.6 magnitude earthquake occurred at 2:06 a.m. Monday Jan. 27 near Scappoose. There have been no reports of damage or injury. According to Paula Negele at the Oregon Office of Emergency Management,

small magnitude 3.0 earthquakes are common in the Pacific Northwest. “Oregon experiences many each year,” she said. “We are one of the most earthquake-prone areas in the continental U.S.” Negele said the small magnitude of the quakes

means they are not often felt “Earthquakes happen without warning and can occur any time of the year,” she said. Negele said its important to know your risks, what to do to stay safe, and how to prepare your home/workplace to survive a quake. The

basic safety instructions are frequently repeated during emergency preparedness drills across the state. • Drop where you are, onto your hands and knees – this protects you from being knocked down and keeps you low to be able to crawl to shelter if nearby.

• Cover your head and neck with one arm and hand – if a sturdy table or desk is nearby, crawl under for shelter. • Hold on until the shaking stops. Tsunamis are a possibility after a large quake that is near the coast. These series

of waves cause the sea floor to displace water and wash it up on shore in great heights – following a significant quake near the ocean, get to high ground. For more preparedness details, visit the OEM website, Ready.gov.

Federal courts require asbestos manufacturers to compensate cancer victims Plant workers employed before 1981 diagnosed with various cancers are entitled to special benefits, according to a release from Norris Injury Lawyers. Lung cancer, esophageal cancer, laryngeal cancer, pharyngeal cancer, stomach cancer, colon cancer, rectal cancer and mesothelioma

are frequently caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestoslaced products were used for decades at Boise Cascade. Neither employees nor management were aware of the asbestos risk. Asbestos is a mineral that in its natural state is harmless. It becomes harmful when it is pulled apart or

ground up into flexible fibers. Then, when inhaled or swallowed, microscopic asbestos fibers may be permanently affixed to body tissue. Over many years, these fibers may cause genetic changes that can lead to cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, “It can take from 10 to 40 years or more for

asbestos-related cancers to appear.” To compensate cancer victims and the families of deceased cancer victims, Federal Bankruptcy Courts have required asbestos manufacturers to set aside hundreds of millions of dollars in private trusts. Through these trusts, cancer victims can

receive money damages by the filing of timely, detailed and accurate claims. Norris Injury Lawyers has announced a specific initiative to assist Boise Cascade employees in recovering money set aside for them in these asbestos trusts. Cancer victims or the families of deceased victims who worked

at the plant before 1981 may call 800-478-9578 for a free evaluation of their claim. Additional information is available at getnorris.com/asb. If you would like more information about this topic, please call Robert Norris at 205-397-3111 or e-mail rmn@getnorris.com.

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