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Distance Learning launched The Chronicle: How many Chrome Books has the district purchased and sent to students?
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Columbia County has recorded eight cases of the coronavirus as of Monday. April 6, according to Columbia County Public Health Administrator Michael Paul. The COVID-19 has claimed four additional lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 33, and the state’s total number of coronavirus cases to 1,181, according to the Oregon Health Authority’s April 7 report. Follow the latest case reports daily at thechronicleonline.com. Teachers and staff in St. Helens and other Columbia County school districts are now sending out Distance Learning materials to students at home under Gov. Brown’s Stay at Home order to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Class learning tools and work sheets are included in the materials, along with Chrome books for any student that needs one for the home work. School buses are transporting the materials to parents waiting at the students’ bus stop locations. On specific days, parents were also
Stacey Mendoza: We have not purchased additional chrome books for distribution to families. We currently have 2300 in the district and plan to distribute them to families that have indicated they need a device at home next week. The greatest challenge is connectivity. We are working to identify local wireless “hotspots” for families to drive their cars to and connect to the internet. The Chronicle: What is the price of the District’s Distance Learning project and how will that be funded? Jeremy C. Ruark / The Chronicle
Teachers and staff at Clatskanie Middle/High School carry containers full of Distance Learning materials onto waiting buses. The materials are being distributed to students’ bus stops were parents retrieve them. Similar pickups and deliveries are being conducted at St. Helens schools.
allowed to pick up the materials at local schools using the state’s social distancing practices. Under Brown’s orders, all K-12 schools are closed until at least April
28. Schools are following the Distance Learning project ordered by the Oregon Department of Education. Graduation decisions were still pending as of Monday afternoon,
April 7. The following is more specific details from St. Helens School District communications representative Stacey Mendoza.
Mendoza: The price is still truly unknown because we are getting new guidance from the state on a daily basis. Every organization is working to figure out how best to fulfill the Governor’s Executive Order from meals to childcare and packets of work; it is difficult to put
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Oregon Ethics Commission decision CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net
The Oregon Ethics Commission has released a portion of its findings regarding a complaint by St. Helens City Councilor Stephen Topaz against the city council. Topaz filed the ethics complaint on Aug. 23, 2019 regarding a May 21, 2019 executive session conduced by the St. Helens City Council in Portland. Topaz claimed that the closed session concerned the St. Helens
wastewater lagoon and “had nothing to do with real estate transactions.” In his complaint, Topaz charged that the city meeting violated Oregon Public Meetings laws because it was held outside the bounds of St. Helens and that the topic of the meeting was outside what is allowed for an executive session. The ethics commission has reached stipulations, or settlements, with two St. Helens City Councilors, Doug Morten and Keith Locke. The stipulations mandates, among other steps, that the councilors will receive a letter of education in order to settle and compromise the matter and also mandates that the councilors will not initiate any
counter-litigation or other action against the commission as a result of the proceedings. Under the state ethics commission’s policy concerning financial penalties, if a violation is found, the general penalty can include a fine of up to $1,000 per violation. However, in its investigation concerning Morten and Locke, the commission did not issue any fines. The stipulations for Morten and Locke were released on Friday, March 27. Because negotiations for stipulated settlements are still in progress with Carlson and Scholl, the commission has moved action from its March 27 meeting to its
next regularly scheduled meeting on May 15. Even though Topez triggered the state investigation of the St. Helens City Council’s actions, he himself faces investigation by the ethics commission because he joined the other city councilors and Mayor Scholl at the Portland meeting, according to investigators. Under the state process, once the ethics commission formally notifies Topez by letter of its investigation, Topez and will have 21 days to request a contested case hearing, or he may negotiate a stipulated final order, or if he does neither, the commission could seek a default judgment. The default judgement could
involve a letter of education and or a fine of up to a $1,000. The Background The city council meeting conducted May 21 at the Portland office of environmental engineering and consulting firm Maul Foster Alongi, was held under ORS 192.660 (2) (e) Real Property Transactions and ORS 192.660(2)(h) Consult with Counsel/Potential Litigation, according to the St. Helens City Council agenda.
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The new all-abilities playground is expected to be placed in this area of McCormick Park in St. Helens.
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At St. Helens Market Fresh, we are committed to always to serving the needs of our community during this crisis. In an effort to be safe and proactive, we have adopted a enhances sanitation procedures including disinfecting bathrooms, cart handles and carry baskets multiple times daily. In additions, we are offering customers the opportunity to order groceries and pick up curbside. Customers who would like to utilize this method may call, text, email or Facebook Message their orders to the store. Curbside pick up will works as follows: 1. Orders placed before 2 pm can be pick up the same day by 4 pm with curbside payment. 2. Orders placed after 2 pm will be scheduled for pick-up the next day by 4 pm with curbside payment.
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The Portland Trailblazers and Moda Health have selected St. Helens to receive funding for an all-abilities playground at McCormick Park. The selection follows public voting and competition between St. Helens, Astoria and Sandy for the partnership park project. St. Helens won with a final tally of 48,094 votes.
“We are very honored to win this competition and would like to thank Moda Health and the Trail Blazers for this opportunity to provide such a wonderful resource to the children in our community,” St. Helens Mayor Rick Scholl said. “We would also like to thank our amazing community members who took time each day to vote.” Scholl said the City recognizes
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2-day police search, 1 arrest A Portland man faces several criminal charges following a two day search and high speed chases by multiple law enforcement agencies. The incident unfolded in St. Helens at approximately 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, when St. Helens Police received a report of a car traveling westbound on Highway 30 near Berg Road at over 100 miles per hour and passing multiple vehicles in the center lane of the highway. Oregon State Police responded to the area and attempted to locate the vehicle described as a gray Acura passenger car. At approximately 7:19 p.m., St. Helens Police responded to the report of a disturbance on Shore Drive involving the same vehicle described in the earlier traffic complaint. According to a release from St. Helens Police, Charles Raymond Jacob, 43, of Portland, was reportedly intoxicated and had forced his way inside the apartment of a former girlfriend. It was reported that Jacob was making suicidal and homicidal statements. Jacob fled the scene prior to police arrival. While St. Helens police
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Charles Raymond Jacob, 43, of Portland, faces charges of menacing, reckless endangering, burglary I, offensive littering, harassment, reckless driving, and attempting to elude a police officer. Additional charges may be pending.
were searching the area, an officer observed Jacob traveling in a gray Acura near the intersection of North Vernonia Road and Columbia Boulevard. St. Helens Police and Columbia County Sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, but it sped away. The police and deputies pursued the vehicle along North Vernonia Road and Pittsburg Road before losing sight of the suspect. As police searched the area, a citizen reported a ve-
hicle matching the description of Jacob’s Acura traveling approximately 90 miles per hour in the oncoming lanes of Scappoose-Vernonia Highway. Vernonia Police officers located and pursued the vehicle along Highway 47. According to authorities, Jacob crashed the vehicle near Sleepy Lane on Nehalem Highway North and fled on foot. A Columbia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit assisted in the search but Jacob was not located. Oregon State Police troopers and Scappoose Police assisted with the search. At approximately 9:19 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, St. Helens Police responded to a report of Jacob attempting to enter his former girlfriend’s residence on Shore Drive again. Jacob left the scene before police arrived. Columbia County Sheriff’s deputies located Jacob a few blocks away and he was taken into custody by St. Helens Police. Jacob was lodged at Columbia County Jail on charges of menacing, reckless endangering, burglary I, offensive littering, harassment, reckless driving, and attempting to elude a police officer. Additional charges may be pending. Jacob’s bail has been set at $12,000.
Machete Attack
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Workers reported seeing a dark colored pickup with a white canopy driving in the area around the time the wasted elk was discovered.
Elk kill investigation according to an OSP release. The elk is believed to have been killed close to the time of discovery. Workers reported seeing a dark colored pickup with a white canopy driving in the area around the time the wasted elk was discovered. The pickup turned around and drove away when seen by workers. The Oregon State Police
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Oregon State Police investigators are asking for public assistance regarding the waste of a cow elk in Columbia County near Vernonia. The elk was located on the morning of Saturday, March 28, on Weyerhaeuser property off Clear Creek Road near Timber Road,
is requesting that any person with information about the wasted elk to contact the Oregon State Police at 1-800-452-0776 and leave information for Trooper Ben Turner or at one of the TIP contacts below. • TIP Hotline: 1-800-4527888 or *OSP(677) • TIP E-Mail: TIP@state. or.us (Monitored M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Multiple sex charges, 1 arrest authorities, interviewed PFC Mekhi Williams. After investigators concluded the interview, JBLM authorities placed Williams on restricted leave duty and he was confined to base. CCSO investigators returned to Columbia County and secured an arrest warrant for Williams for five counts of Rape III, three counts of Sodomy III and two counts of Sex Abuse II. Once the base authorities Investigators had learned of the arrest warrant, they transported Williams to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office where CCSO Investigators booked Williams into the Columbia County Jail on the above charges with $200,000 bail. CCSO Investigators believe there may be more victims in and around Columbia County. Authorities are asking anyone with additional information to call Detective Peabody at 503-397-1521.
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Authorities believe there could be more juvenile victims in a sex abuse case that has led to the arrest of an adult male. On March 13, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Vernonia area for a reported sex crime involving a juvenile female and a male adult. When deputies arrived in the area, they contacted the victim and the victim’s family and were able to identify the suspect as Mekhi Alexander Williams, 20, from Vernonia. According to a release from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation was complicated by the fact that Mekhi had enlisted in the military and was stationed in Washington. Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators coordinated with military
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Mekhi Alexander Williams faces five counts of Rape III, three counts of Sodomy III and two counts of Sex Abuse II charges. His bail at the Columbia County Jail was set for $200,000.
officials and arranged for an interview with the suspect at the Joint Base Lewis McCord (JBLM). The CCSO investigators traveled to JBLM and with the assistance of JBLM
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from her baggage and repeatedly struck Seaborn with the weapon, according to investigators. Saulsbury and Seaborn were traveling in a darkcolored 2019 Dodge minivan with South Carolina license plates. The van had a roof rack with multiple belongings attached to the top. Saulsbury is a white, heavyset female wearing a hoodie and dark colored pants at the time of the assault. Seaborn is a white, slimbuilt male. He was wearing a jacket and dark colored jeans. Seaborn sought medical treatment at a Vancouver area hospital and was subsequently released. Saulsbury was arrested on a charge of attempted murder and lodged at the Columbia
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‘Dramatic’ ridership, fare revenue losses CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net
Columbia County’s transit service, CC Rider, is facing dramatically decreasing ridership and fare revenue losses since the coronavirus pandemic outbreak. CC Rider Transit interim Director John Dreeszen said fare revenues and ridership are down 50 percent. The agency employs 15-18 drivers. Approximately four of them have experienced reduced hours due to the declines. The impact is systemwide, affecting the transit service’s six lines, even as the agency has amped up bus sanitization procedures, Dreeszen said. The most dramatic decline has been in Line 2, which takes students to the Portland Community College (PCC) Rock Creek Campus. All of PCC’s campuses have been closed since March 20, moving to online learning only, following Gov. Kate Brown’s social distancing mandates to slow the spread of the coronavirus. While the Line 2 bus generally transported between 15-20 people daily, now it only takes about one to three riders a day, Dreeszen said. Line 1, which took about 100-110 people to Portland and back to Columbia County daily now takes between 3545 people. The Line 3 “flex” line buses carrying 15-20 people a
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Columbia County’s transit service is reporting dramatic ridership and revenue fare loses.
day before is now taking 8-10 per day. Lines 5 and 6 have experienced the least discernible drop, Dreeszen said, because they did not have that many riders to begin with. The Dial-A-Ride service has also experienced a dramatic decrease, going down from 45 riders to 10-15. That ridership is also where drivers are mostly losing hours, Dreeszen said. CC Rider has rides for Dial-A-Ride referred to them by a medical brokerage for people that have insurance to pay for rides. According to
Dreeszen, that brokerage has now decided that they’re only going to refer rides that are life-imminent. Regional medical centers, like Legacy Medical Group in St. Helens and OHSU Primary Care Clinic in Scappoose have mandated that scheduled doctor’s appointments be done by phone or online video, another factor in the CC Rider Dial-A-Ride and other bus line losses. “Folks who wanted to go to hair salons or go out to lunch with friends, they’re not able to do those things, those businesses are closed,”
Dreeszen said. “All of those things have contributed to a big drop in ridership for Diala-Ride.” CC Rider revenue from fares had already declined, due to the bus agency recently reducing its fares to encourage more ridership. Transit revenue from fares this year stands at approximately $131,000, compared to the same point last year of $168,000, according to CC Rider records. However, Dreeszen said it cannot be definitively stated that the loss is due to the coronavirus pandemic. The agency’s most
current fare revenue figures are pending. “In the office, we’re waiting a week to 10 days before counting the fares for sanitary purposes,” he said. This time last year, CC Rider had implemented large service reductions. In October, the agency implemented service increases after receiving a small sum of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF). In January, the bus agency implemented service reductions again. On top of all these changes, on March 1, CC
Rider reduced its fares. Previously, fares had been based on a zone system, with one zone being set at $5, with an increase of $1 for each zone. That changed on March 1 to $2 for most trips, except for trips to Portland, which cost $3. “With all the caveats I’m not sure there’s a clear message in all of that,” Dreeszen said. “In aggregate [fare revenue] is down.” CC Rider doesn’t rely heavily on fares to begin with because most of its revenue comes from grants. STIF supports Line 3 and Line 6, according to Dreeszen. However, those are the lines that don’t have a lot of ridership to begin with. Line 5 is also already 80 percent funded from a combination of grant and STIF money, so it is not worth it to CC Rider to reduce service. To protect riders and drivers during the coronavirus pandemic, Dresden said CC Rider is doing everything possible to make sure buses are sanitized, including having crews disinfect and clean each of the buses at the beginning and at the end of each day. “The inside of the bus is sprayed down and wiped down, especially on touch points where people’s hands might be,” Dreeszen said. For more information about routes and fares, contact CC Rider at ,503-3660159. CC Rider is located at 1155 Deer Island Road in St. Helens.
Race Against Child Abuse event cancelled STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
Amani Center officials have cancelled the agency’s annual Race Against Child Abuse event, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25. Amani Center Fundraising and Outreach Coordinator Beth Pulito said that amid COVID-19 concerns prompting gathering restrictions and social distancing measures, the Amani Center is following the guidelines outlined by the CDC, OHA and Executive Orders issued by Governor Kate Brown’s office. “We want to respect the recommendations and orders, as well as keep our participants, volunteers, staff and clients as safe as possible,” Pulito said. The annual race, coinciding with National Child Abuse Prevention Month, has been the Amani Center’s 2nd largest fundraising event for years, comprising a portion of the annual 16-20% revenue that comes from fundraising and fundraising events. “This fundraiser alone makes up a significant portion of our unrestricted income for the year which is vital to our survival as an agency,” Pulito said. “When
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you combine that loss, with a decline in medical insurance reimbursements due to a drop in scheduled assessments, along with a downturn in individual giving due to the uncertain economy both from an investment standpoint and an employment standpoint, you can imagine we’ve seen a deep decline in all areas of income.” “The intervention and support services that the Amani Center provides to children and families in our community is a critical service, and delaying assessments for some children poses a threat of harm to a child’s physical and psychological wellbe-
ing,” Amani Center executive director Cassy Miller said. “Some children simply can’t wait for COVID-19 to go away before getting services and so we are dedicated to being here to help when they need us.”
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“It’s a horrible feeling because we want to ensure that every child has access to immediate intervention services,” Miller said. “We take our responsibility to this community seriously and we will continue to work on behalf of these families.” As with any emergency service, the Amani Center is ready to serve, however, they need to balance seeing kids who fall within the description of critical cases, along with making sure these children are free from symptoms related to COVID-19 so that they can keep their staff safe as well. Most of the staff of the Amani Center have moved to primarily work-fromhome arrangements. Along with wages, the technology, IT support, equipment and software utilized to safeguard client information and uphold HIPAA compliance standards have added additional expenses to the Amani Center’s already lean, nonprofit budget. Costs related to acquiring Personal Protective Equipment and sanitation supplies have added to the financial strain as well. “The children in our community are still being impacted by abuse and we don’t ever want them to go without services,” Amani program manager Amelia Kercher said. “It is scary to think about the drop in calls to the hotline, children have lost their safe spaces and safe people to report to, they are being asked to stay home and shelter in place, which can often be with their abuser or in a home where they are neglected, without access to basic needs.” Kercher said children are spending more time online and are at increased risk to be victimized by online predators. Professionals in the child and family maltreatment field are concerned about the impact this will have on children’s long-term health and wellbeing and what this will mean when we come out on the other side of this pandemic response, according to
the Amani release. When children are once again in contact with mandatory reporters professionals expect to see an increase in the number of reports and a huge need for services, which will place strains on response agencies and mean an increased need for Amani Center forensic services. The Amani Center officials said they know that the current situation, in the state, nation and worldwide is impacting individuals’ decisions about making donations. Amani administrators are seeking other sources of funding but stress that individual contributions are desperately needed at this time to help ensure that vulnerable children continue to receive services. The Center officials have been actively seeking recovery funds in the form of grants, as well as requesting flexibility from their current funding sources in how to utilize funds. Online giving is set up as well, where individuals can give a one-time gift or create a recurring gift to continue funding the services they provide to the children of Columbia County. If you are interested in supporting the Amani Center, giving can be completed at www.amanicenter.org and then by clicking “I Want to Donate” in the menu bar across the top of the home page. According to its website, The Amani Center is a nonprofit organization established in October of 2000 for the purposes of developing and operating a communitybased center where alleged child victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and/or Domestic Violence/ Witnessing Violent Crime, receive forensic/medical evaluations and support services in a child-friendly setting. For more information about the Amani Center and the services the Center provide, email info@amanicenter.org.
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As we continue to partner with federal, state and local resources during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are adapting our resources to meet the ever increasing needs of Oregonians. The Oregon Employment Department is receiving tens of thousands of requests for Unemployment Insurance, as so many businesses have shut down putting people out of work. In a normal week, about 5,000 the Unemployment Insurance claims are filed. For the week of March 15th, there were nearly 77,000 applications submitted, and they continue to pour in at an astounding rate. The Oregon Employment Department is concentrating their efforts on helping unemployed and displaced workers, and want to share the following information: Claim Status, Online and Phone Questions – • File online and you do not need to call in to check on its status; • You will be contacted to complete the process; • Email them at OED_COVID19_info@oregon.gov if you have a question, but if the question is about the status of your claim, please know that you will be contacted to complete the process; • The U.S. Department of Labor and the Oregon Employment Department have relaxed SOME of the criteria to address COVID-19 related unemployment and this will be part of processing claims.
They are adding staff, more workspaces for social distancing purposes, and are working Saturdays. The department has filed emergency rules for processing COVID-19 related unemployment insurance, and working with the federal government to implement the federal changes as soon as possible. If you have lost your health insurance as result of becoming unemployed, there is information and resources available through the Oregon Health Authority. Job loss and health insurance coverage (OHA) and Your guide to getting health care coverage in Oregon (OHA / DCBS) If you need food, there are local resources available through Partner for Hunger Free Oregon, and the Oregon Food Bank. • Oregon Food Bank Statewide Food Finder - an online resource available in English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese and Arabic to connect individuals to food assistance in their area. • Food Access and COVOD -19 - a resource from Partner for Hunger-Free Oregon to connect people to SNAP, Schools Meals and more. The Joint Coronavirus Response Committee developed legislative recommendations for Oregon’s response to the pandemic, and initially we thought Governor Brown would call a special session this week to consider their plan. The Governor has the authority to call the special session, but she is waiting to see the impacts of the federal stimulus package.
Oregon’s budget depends on payroll taxes, and with so many people out of work and businesses closed, it is likely we will need to rebalance Oregon’s budget which runs through June 2021. Efforts to slow the spread COVID-19 continue with the Stay Home, Save Lives public awareness campaign launched by Governor Brown. People should be stay at home as much as possible, only going out when absolutely necessary. You can still take walks, shop for essentials, and enjoy your on-line community of friends. Stay connected in other ways, with frequent telephone calls to family and friends you are unable to visit. Due to the Governor’s orders, the Capitol Building remains closed to the public, but we monitor our email and phone daily, and we are working to assist constituents during these uncertain times. If you need help, or have an issue or concern regarding a state agency, contact my office and we will see what can be done. Stay Home, Save Lives, it is the best strategy we have to slow the spread of COVID-19. Please take care of yourself and each other. Be Safe.
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To the families, co-workers, and friends of Oregon’s fallen law enforcement officers: Each year at the beginning of May, Oregon pauses to honor and remember 187 fallen law enforcement officers, and the families and co-workers they left behind. The Oregon Fallen Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial Ceremony is a significant event that the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) is proud to host each year in partnership with the Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, Oregon Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), Oregon Fallen Badge Foundation, and Oregon’s various statewide law enforcement associations. The memorial honors 187 fallen Oregon law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty since the 1880s. This includes officers
from city, county, state, tribal and federal law enforcement agencies who have served as law enforcement officers, corrections officers, and parole and probation officers. The current COVID-19 crisis that our state, nation and the world is facing has resulted in the cancelation of public gatherings. The Oregon law enforcement community wants you to know that this crisis will not deter us from honoring Oregon’s fallen. On Tuesday, May 5, 2020, we plan to honor our fallen as planned, but through a modified ceremony that will be closed to the public. During the closed ceremony we will have a live reading of names of the 187 fallen Oregon officers and honor guard members will place flowers at the memorial. While this year’s ceremony may be closed to the public, you have our commitment that Oregon’s fallen will not be forgotten. Oregon’s Law Enforce-
ment Memorial Wall will be available for visitation as soon as the Oregon Public Safety Academy Campus is re-opened to the public. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you for your understanding and to each of our active law enforcement officers who continue to risk their own health and wellbeing for the safety and wellness of others. With respect, Oregon Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Oregon Fallen Badge Foundation Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police Oregon State Sheriff’s Association Oregon Peace Officers Association Oregon State Police Oregon Department of Corrections Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
Voices of the Community Support for Judge Grant I’m writing to state my support for Judge Jenefer Grant. I met Jenefer in 2005 before she became a judge. I’m privileged to have witnessed her growth in both career and life. She is someone whom I love and respect, both as a person and a professional. Judge Grant takes her role and level of responsibility seriously. She is caring,
empathetic and realistic. She approaches every case with clarity and integrity. Her empathy ensures that she takes every case on its merits. She’s dedicated, reliable and dependable both at work and in her personal life. Her personal life and her work as a judge really do go hand and hand. She’s humble, kind and caring. She is also the most grounded person I know. Her self-care and balance in life is extremely important to her and she lives and breathes it every single
day. She is an excellent mom, wife and community member. She’s also an amazing cook and always willing to share her creations at community functions. In summary, Judge Grant is a balanced, caring community leader and hardworking judge. I support the re-election of Judge Jenefer Grant. I cannot think of a better judge for this county. Kayla Mixer, St. Helens
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These are the Oregon Government Ethics Commission’s Stipulation Final Orders and investigation reports concerning the St. Helens meeting.
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In his complaint, Topaz said the meeting covered “efforts to repurpose the St. Helens secondary wastewater lagoon for use as a solid waste landfill” and that the closed session “had nothing to do with real estate transactions.” The Oregon Ethics Commission’s preliminary report supports Topaz’s charge. “The City Council was not actually conducting deliberations with someone designated to negotiate a real property transaction for the City, as required by ORS 192.660(2) (e), the commission’s report stated. “Instead, the purpose of the meeting appears to have been an informational workshop to educate the Councilors on various aspects of the possible project, such
as a public relations campaign or governance models.” After the complaint was filed, the ethics commission conducted its preliminary review. During that review period, and at a St. Helens City Council work session in October, St. Helens City Administrator John Walsh said that, had the city held the Portland meeting as a “workshop,” no violations would have occurred. An agenda item to discuss the March 27 ethics commission’s finding was listed under “Executive Session” items on the city council’s work session agenda for April 1. The Chronicle was able to reach Topaz on April 2, following the city meeting to seek comment on the ethics commission’s findings. Topaz said he had not received any information from the commission about its findings. “I haven’t been contacted
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at all,” he said. “Don’t really understand why they haven’t gotten back to me. I can’t give you a word one way or another,” Topaz said. Topaz did add he was surprised at how long the investigation had taken. The Chronicle also contacted the City of St. Helens administrators who declined specific comment about the investigation. “[City management does] not feel that it is appropriate for the City to offer a statement on the OEC final order since this is a matter between the individual City Councilors and the Ethics Commission,” City of St. Helens communications officer Crystal King wrote in an email to The Chronicle. The Chronicle will continue to closely follow this story and how the City of St. Helens conducts regular public meetings and its executive sessions. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year in County: $52 One Year Out of County: $72 $3 senior discount for yearly sub
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Commission candidates file CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net
Editor’s Note: The following is a continuation of The Chronicle’s Election 2020 coverage of the Columbia County Board of Commission candidate races. Three additional candidates filed by the March 10 deadline for Columbia County Commissioner. There are now seven candidates running for Position 1 and 3 in the May 19 Primary Election. Wayne Mayo, Tricia Stockwell, Brandee Dudzic and incumbent Margaret Magruder are running for Position 1 and Jeanne Correll, Casey Garrett and incumbent Alex Tardif are running for Position 3. The Chronicle previously profiled Dudzic, Magruder, Garrett and Tardif about their background and reasons for running. In the following, The Chronicle asks the three latest candidates questions about why they have chosen to run, what their goals and priorities are, and why they would make a good candidate..
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Position 1 Wayne Mayo “I decided to run because there are two things I’d like to do. The first is to decrease the depletion fee on rock leaving the county. There are 12,000-plus tons leaving the county every day. I want that fee to be 60 cents a day, which would give us $5,400 a day, and dedicate it to paved roads and unpaved roads. We used to replace culverts and curbing and road surface. There are 4,500 miles of road in the county. On a good year, we repair of 17 miles of that. We could make roads a lot better in the county. “The second thing I want is to make the county commissioners be a part-time position, and then put a professional manager in place to run the county. Someone who knows what they’re doing, similar to how they manage in the army. That’s what the county could use, is an overall manager. I just am not convinced that three elected officials with no or limited background in management can do a good job with the county. If we put a good manager in place, the county could run smoother. “What makes me a good candidate is ideas. That’s all.
Just ideas. I raised seven children that turned out pretty good. I’ve been in business in the county for 40 years. Been licensed with the state since 1983. I don’t know what qualifies anybody, unless you’ve been county commissioner. I’m just as qualified as anybody. I can keep track of how dollars are spent and explain it.”
one to take things lightly, if I decide to do something, I give it my all. I am outspoken and direct. I don’t feel sugarcoating things helps anyone. I believe in honesty and integrity. I am a wife, mother, business owner, resident and candidate. If elected, I am a representative of the people of Columbia County as a whole.”
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The Oregon Fire Marshal has lifted regulations allowing temporary self-service gas at stations in Columbia County and across the state.
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Tricia Stockwell “This past year in particular has been rough for many Oregonians, leaving many feeling like outsiders in a state they’ve grown up in, attacks on local industries and Oregon values has driven me to stand up and be a bigger part of the community. “One of the biggest areas of concern for Columbia County is the loss of large employers (Trojan, Armstrong, Boise, just to name a few). All of these together put a great strain on the once employed who now travel to other cities for work making us a bedroom community. This has created a tax burden in the county. Residents cannot afford the taxes that are required for the services provided by the county agencies. No one wants new taxes, but if we don’t bring businesses back to the community, and family wages, we will shelter the burden of taxes on the individuals through higher property taxes, higher utilities etc., which is not acceptable. I believe that the county needs to operate within its budget. One of the problems, are the salaries of the commissioners. These positions should not be earning double what most tax payers earn. Our Commissioners salaries are not in check with those from other counties in Oregon, for similar sized (population) counties. Bringing salaries in line along with adjusting administrative positions will help get the county on track, expanding departments and employment where possible and reducing overhead. I have several ideas I would like to see implemented, including a Sports Complex. This would be extremely beneficial for the youth of Columbia County and bring many visitors, along with revenue spent in the county and dollars through team events to the county. “People that know me have asked me to run for various positions for a number of years. I’m considered a leader and someone who gets things done. I am not some-
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Position 3 Jeanne Correll “My husband, Steven Correll had always wanted to run for this position, Position 3. In August of 2018 he died. I’m running because I’d never really thought about running, he was always going to run. I’d like to run in his honor to see how I could do and represent his wishes. So it’s not a normal reason, but it’s my reason. “First of all, senior citizens. I think I can represent them, as I am one. One of the things I’d really like to focus on is to research and find out if there’s a way for seniors to maybe not pay 100 percent of their property taxes, because that’s something Steve worked hard for. And CC Rider, I’d like to explore ways to get the funding for it, because I think it’s a valuable resource. “I’d make a good candidate because I have time. I have knowledge and I have energy, and I’m doing this with no ulterior motive or hidden agenda. I just want to give back my civic duty to my county I’ve enjoyed living in so long. I’m a good listener. I’ve been a bookkeeper for more years than you want to count, so I understand budgeting, I understand how to make a household run, a business run. I think that’s a good resource for me. I do listen. I’ve been through all the stages of life, so I have experience with each level. For teenagers, I know you need to have things to do. For young married people, you need to have good jobs to provide for your family. As an older person, you need good health care. All stages of life I’ve been through and I have experienced.” The outcome of the election will be decided May 19. Clear winners will be elected for office. If there is a tie, a run-off election will be held in October. Look for election preview stories and follow election results at thechronicleonline. com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
Drivers in St. Helens and across the state may now pump their own gasoline. But the order is only temporary. In response to the impacts of COVID-19 on Oregon, the Office of State Fire Marshal is suspending regulations over self-service stations and implementing measures to ensure the health and safety of gas retailers. “During this unprecedented time of state emergency, we need to ensure that critical supply lines for fuels and other basic services remain uninterrupted,” State Fire Marshal Jim Walker said. Under Walker’s declaration, effective March 28, until April 11, retail facilities
of Class 1 flammable liquid transportation fuels prohibited from offering self-service refueling shall: • Prepare, implement and enforce social distancing policies consistent with guidance from the Oregon Health Authority. • Require an attendant to be on duty to supervise selfservice refueling consistent with the social distancing policies and help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 through sanitization measures. • Designate an employee at each station to implement and enforce the social distancing policies. For retail facilities of Class 1 flammable liquid transportation fuels compliant with paragraph A, the State Fire Marshal’s office shall not enforce the selfservice prohibition under
ORS 480.310 through ORS 480.385. A station owner may only offer self-service without an attendant if: • The owner retains documentation that there are no employees available to work as an attendant, including documentation for absences and employee hiring and retention efforts. • The owner is subject to State Fire Marshal audit and has posted safety signs for how to safely operate a fuel pump. • The hours of operation under this subsection do not exceed 10 consecutive hours. Station owners who need help finding employees to cover shifts should contact Miriam Nolte (Miriam.l.nolte@oregon.gov; 503-612-4252) for help finding workers.
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The OSSA is asking all law enforcement agencies in the state to use their discretion and refrain from taking criminal action if they encounter a individual carrying concealed, with an Oregon CHL that has expired during March, April May and June, and there are no other criminal law violations at issue. JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net
The Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association (OSSA) has issued a letter outlining its concerns about the Concealed Handgun Licensing (CHL) renewal process following the onset of COVID-19 and the state’s social distancing order. “As a result, there are many people who are simply unable to renew their expiring CHL due to the limitations, through o fault of their own,” the OSSA letter reads. Oregon’s Sheriffs have asked the Legislature to extend the expiration of these CJLs until after the emer-
gency, but the Legislature has not taken up the issue yet, according to the OSSA. The OSSA is asking all law enforcement agates in the state to use their discretion and refrain from taking criminal action if they encounter a individual carrying concealed, with an Oregon CHL that has expired during March, April May and June, and there are no other criminal law violations at issue. Columba County Sheriff Brian Pixley said in a Facebook responds that the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office began processing CHL renewals via mail during the COVID outbreak. “However, we understand
this is not a possible option for all of our residents or residents that live outside of Columbia County,” Pixley said. “CCSO will be joining other Law Enforcement partners from around the state to help our constituents that have CHL’s that are expiring during the COVID pandemic. We will not be taking any enforcement action if your CHL expires in the months of March, April, May or June of 2020.” For more information. contract the Oregon Sheriffs’ Association at 503-364-4204, of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office at, 503-3664611.
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Obituaries Barry Wayne Settle
March 22, 1936 ~ March 1, 2020 Barry Wayne Settle was a jack of all trades with a quick wit and a wry smile. He enjoyed long walks in the sunshine, a cold Pepsi, traveling in his RV, playing softball and tennis with his retired buddies and the quest for the cheapest coffee and donut shop in Yuma, Arizona. If anyone asked how he was doing, his reply would be “I am getting better and better every day.” As his health was failing, Barry was able to reassure us all by saying “Don’t feel bad for me, I have had a great life”. Three weeks shy of his 84th birthday, he passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Yuma, Arizona. Barry was born on March 22, 1936 in Portland, Oregon. He was the fourth of seven brothers born to Albert and Marjorie Settle. He grew up with a love of Ford Flathead V-8s, sports and the family’s weekends were spent roller skating at Oaks Park. After attending Concord Grade School and Milwaukie High School, Barry moved on to join the Marine Corps in 1954. He was stationed in San Diego, California, Korea, Camp Pendleton, California and Yuma, Arizona. He married his first wife, Katharine
E. Person, in 1957 while stationed in Yuma and the two would go on to have four children together. It was also during his time in Yuma that he found his love of the sun and exploring the desert. After getting out of the Marine Corps, Barry moved back home to Oregon and followed his passion for cars by opening his own service station called “Wayne’s Lighthouse Richfield Service Station.” After a short time, Barry realized working on cars in the cold, sideways rain of the Oregon Coast was not the way he wanted to make a living. He found his career by beginning his electrical apprenticeship in Portland, Oregon. Prior to his passing he had just received a certificate
for 62 years of service from IBEW Local 48. Barry built a house and raised his four children in Warren, Oregon until he retired in 1992. After his retirement Barry moved back to Yuma where he met and married his current wife of 25 years, Betty Reynolds. He spent the last 28 years of his life retired, playing sports, drinking cold Pepsi, enjoying the desert sun and spending his summers in Oregon. Barry’s passing was preceded by his parents, Albert and Marjorie; and brothers, Bud, Wallace and Forest. Barry is survived by his wife Betty Reynolds; brothers Brian, Terry (Sallie) and Jan; four children, Melody Killens (Gary), Gregory Settle (Malyssa), Keith Settle (Christy) and Karma Smith (Clay); stepdaughter Cynthia Leis (Jim); 11 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. At Barry’s request there will not be a funeral service, but there will be a celebration of life in Oregon later this summer. If anyone wishes to give a donation in Barry’s honor, please consider Hospice of Yuma to help them provide the same loving care to other’s that they provided to Barry in the last days of his life.
Community Parade cancelled
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Community members parade through St. Helens during the 2019 event. See more parade photos at thechronicleonline.com. JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net
deciding and what was the final trigger in making this decision?
The Kiwanis Club of St. Helens announces that the annual St. Helens Community Parade has been cancelled this year. The annual event, scheduled for June 20, was cancelled due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic according to the Kiwanis Club of St. Helens, the event’s longtime sponsor. Past parades have drawn several thousand of spectators and dozens of entries. Kiwanis member Don Patterson gives us insight into the Club’s decision to cancel the popular event.
Don Patterson: We talked about it for a few weeks, but as time passed it became clear restrictions on large assemblies may well not be lifted by parade day.
The Chronicle: Certainly, this must have been a very difficult decision to make. Describe the struggle in
The Chronicle: Give us an estimate of how many and the range of entries in the 2019 parade.
The Chronicle: How are you alerting those involved in the parade that it is canceled? Patterson: We contacted our sponsors. If any participants send in a registration form, we’ll let them know. We are also relying on media, like The Chronicle and The Chief to get the word out.
Patterson: We had about 80 entries, included the military marching band from Vancouver. We also had several floats from local businesses and clubs, classic cars, youth groups, Shriners and horse groups. It’s always a great mix. The Chronicle: What changes, adjustments and additions do you expect as planning for the 2021 parade is underway? What should we look for? Patterson: We coordinated with the City to hold Community Days in the Park on the same day as the parade. I think both events would benefit each other; make it a real citywide celebration. Hopefully, we are able to make that happen next year.
FBI warns of child risks STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is issuing a warning connected to the coronavirus pandemic. Due to school closings as a result of COVID-19, children will potentially have an increased online presence and/or be in a position that puts them at an inadvertent risk. Due to this newly developing environment, the FBI is warning parents, educators, caregivers, and children about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and signs of child abuse. Background Online sexual exploitation comes in many forms. Individuals may coerce victims into providing sexually explicit images or videos of themselves, often in compliance with offenders’ threats to post the images publicly or send the images to victims’ friends and family. Other offenders may make casual contact with children online, gain their trust, and introduce sexual conversation that increases in egregiousness over time. Ultimately this activity may result in maintaining an online relationship that includes sexual conversation and the exchange of illicit images, to eventually physically meeting the child in-person. In order for the victimization to stop, children typically have to come forward to someone they trust—typically a parent, teacher, caregiver, or law enforcement. The embarrassment of being enticed and/or coerced to engage in unwanted behavior is what often prevents children from coming forward. Offenders may have hundreds of victims around the world, so coming forward to help law enforcement identify offenders may prevent countless other incidents of sexual exploitation. Abuse can occur offline through direct contact with another individual. During these uncertain conditions, where time with other adults and caregivers has increased immensely, parents/guardians should communicate with their children about appropriate contact with adults and watch for any changes in behavior, including an increase in nightmares, withdrawn behavior, angry outbursts, anxiety, depression, not wanting to be left alone with an individual, and sexual knowledge. Recommendations Parents and guardians can take the following measures to help educate and prevent
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Multiple fire districts in Columbia County are asking the public to refrain from outdoor burning while communities respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a release posted on Columbia River Fire & Rescue’s Facebook page, the
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children from becoming victims of child predators and sexual exploitation during this time of national emergency: Online Child Exploitation • Discuss Internet safety with children of all ages when they engage in online activity. • Review and approve games and apps before they are downloaded. • Make sure privacy settings are set to the strictest level possible for online gaming systems and electronic devices. • Monitor your children’s use of the Internet; keep electronic devices in an open, common room of the house. • Check your children’s profiles and what they post online. • Explain to your children that images posted online will be permanently on the Internet. • Make sure children know that anyone who asks a child to engage in sexually explicit activity online should be reported to a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult and law enforcement. Remember that victims should not be afraid to tell law enforcement if they are being sexually exploited. It is not a crime for a child to send sexually explicit images to someone if they are compelled or coerced to do so. Child Abuse Awareness • Teach your children about body safety and boundaries. • Encourage your children to have open communication with you. • Be mindful of who is watching your child for childcare/babysitting, playdates and overnight visits. • If your child discloses abuse, immediately contact local law enforcement for assistance. Children experiencing hands-on abuse may exhibit withdrawn behavior, angry outbursts, anxiety, depression, not wanting to be left alone with a specific indi-
vidual, non-age appropriate sexual knowledge, and an increase in nightmares. Victim Reporting Reporting suspected sexual exploitation can help minimize or stop further victimization, as well as lead to the identification and rescue of other possible victims. If you believe you are—or someone you know is—the victim of child sexual exploitation: • Contact your local law enforcement agency. • Contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. • File a report with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-843-5678 or online at www.cybertipline. org. When reporting, be as descriptive as possible in the complaint form by providing as much of the following as possible: • Name and/or user name of the subject. • Email addresses and phone numbers used by the subject. • Websites used by the subject. • Description of all interaction with the subject. Try to keep all original documentation, emails, text messages, and logs of communication with the subject. Do not delete anything before law enforcement is able to review it. Tell law enforcement everything about the online encounters—we understand it may be embarrassing for the parent or child, but providing all relevant information is necessary to find the offender, stop the abuse, and bring him/her to justice. For more information about the FBI’s guidance on child sexual exploitation and protecting your kids, visit, https://www.fbi.gov/ scams-and-safety/protectingyour-kids For up-to-date accurate information about COVID-19, visit coronavirus.gov, cdc.gov/coronavirus, and usa.gov/coronavirus. Follow developments at thechronicleonline.com.
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advisory states that smoke from fires during the current pandemic may result in negative consequences. • Smoke inhalation can cause upper respiratory symptoms, which cold be incorrectly attributed to COVID-19, leading to unnecessary testing or selfisolation. • Exposure to smoke and other forms of air pollution can increase the risk of contracting infectious respiratory disease, such as COVID-19, increase the severity of existing respiratory infections and worsen underlying chronic respiratory conditions. • There is a severe shortage of personal protective equipment to reduce smoke
exposure at this time. • First responders and other emergency services are operating at a reduced capacity and have limited resources to respond to outof-control burns. The release encourages the public to refrain from burning until further notice. Escaped fires of any kind resulting in property damage may result in fines and individual financial responsibility for damages caused. The City of St. Helens has also issued a No Burning advisory, specifically postponing the annual outdoor spring burning season during the pandemic. Read more at the chronicleonline.com.
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PARK From Page A1
the importance of parks in the community and the City has worked hard over the last several years to prioritize park and trail improvement projects in St. Helens. “With this funding, we are excited to replace the old playground equipment at our highest utilized park with a much-needed upgrade that will benefit children of all-abilities. Once again, thank you to Moda Health and the Trail Blazers, and let’s go Rip City!” Player Damian Lillard continues as the ambassador for the Moda Assist
program, which donates $20 to the Trail Blazers Foundation for every assist made by the team during the season. Those funds go to help build all-abilities playgrounds in communities all across Oregon. Each year, three cities are selected and then fans can go online and vote. Voting this year began March 5 and ended April 2 for Astoria, St. Helens and Sandy. All three cities found creative ways to engage their communities and encourage voting. City of St. Helens Communications Officer Crystal King said the City has yet to learn the total amount of the Blazer-Moda funding grant. “We have not been told the exact amount of the
grant,” King said. “The remainder of the funding for the new playground equipment will be from a Special Parks improvement Fund that was set up by the City Council in 2018. The total project will probably be between $150,000 and $200,000.” King said until they know the specific grant amount, the City will not have a list of everything that will be included with the new equipment. “However, it will be larger and have more options than the existing playground equipment at McCormick Park, including elements designed for specifically for all-abilities.” Kings said the new park playground equipment
will be located in the same general area as the existing playground equipment, but a installation timeline is pending. “Once we learn the amount of the grant, we will obtain quotes from equipment provider and have the Parks Commission make a decision and recommendation to the City Council,” she said. “Once the City Council has approved the recommendation, we can order the equipment.” King said playground equipment manufacturing typically takes several weeks and installation scheduling can take an additional few months. “This will not happen by the end of summer, but should be installed by next
spring,” King said. “We are thankful for our partnership with Moda Health for supporting healthy, active living through the Moda Assist Program,” Trail Blazers President and CEO Chris McGowan said. “We look forward to continuing the Moda Assist Program going forward and building more all-abilities playgrounds in the greater Oregon community.” “In these trying times, we’re all being reminded just how important it is for youngsters – for all youngsters – to embrace an active life,” Moda Health President Dr. William Johnson said. “We all know playgrounds can be key contributors to children’s physical and
emotional health. That’s why we are so delighted to continue to partner with Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers on this program. It touches lives throughout our state.” The Moda Assist program has provided funding for all-abilities playgrounds in Baker City, Redmond, La Grande, Portland, Medford and Hermiston. Last year’s winner, Baker City, is still in the planning stages for their new park. Despite the postponement of the 2019-20 NBA season, the financial contribution to winning community St. Helens will not be impacted and will remain consistent with previous seasons, according to a release from the Portland Trailblazers.
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SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Case No.: 20CV04212 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF Columbia NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARILYN JEAN EGEMO AKA MARILYN J. EGEMO AKA MARILYN EGEMO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF RICHARD ALAN EGEMO AKA RICHARD A. EGEMO AKA RICHARD EGEMO; KARI EGEMO; STATE OF OREGON; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. To: UNKNOWN HEIRS
AND DEVISEES OF MARILYN JEAN EGEMO AKA MARILYN J. EGEMO AKA MARILYN EGEMO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF RICHARD ALAN EGEMO AKA RICHARD A. EGEMO AKA RICHARD EGEMO You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled cause within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief
demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the
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plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in 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 a veteran of the armed forces, assistance may be available from a county veterans’ service officer or community action agency. Contact information for a local county veterans’ service officer and community action agency
may be obtained by calling the 2-1-1 information service. Additionally, contact information for a service officer appointed under ORS 408.410 for the county in which you live and contact information for a community action agency that serves your area can be found by visiting the following link: https://www. oregon.gov/odva/services/ pages/county-services. aspx and selecting your county. You can also access a list of Veterans Services for all Oregon counties by visiting the following link: https://www.oregon.gov/
odva/Services/Pages/AllServices-Statewide.aspx. The relief sought in the Complaint is the foreclosure of the property located at 313 Lasalle Drive, Rainier, OR 97048. Date of First Publication: March 25, 2020 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/ Jeremy Clifford Jeremy Clifford OSB No. 142987 920 SW 3rd Ave, 1st Floor Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (971) 2013200 Fax: (971) 201-3202 jclifford@mccarthyholthus. com Of Attorneys for Plaintiff IDSPub #0161554 3/25/2020 4/1/2020 4/8/2020 4/15/2020
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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING “REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: PORT OF COLUMBIA A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Greater St. Helens Aquatic, Columbia, State of Oregon, on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, will be held at 1070 Eisenschmidt Lane, St. Helens OR. The meeting will take place on 4/20/2020 at 5:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to receive
the budget message. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee with take place. An additional, separate meeting of the Budget Committee will be held to take public comment. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. The meeting
for public comment will be on 5/18/2020 at 5:00 p.m., held at 1070 Eisenschmidt Lane, St. Helens, OR. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after 4/21/2020 at 1070 Eisenschmidt Lane, St. Helens, OR, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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COUNTY MULTNOMAH INDUSTRIAL PARK DOCK DEMOLITION AND IMPROVEMENT PROJECT The Port of Columbia County is seeking proposals for partial demolition and improvement work on an existing dock at the Multnomah Industrial Park near St. Helens. No work will be done in-water. Bid packets containing the RFP and all plans and specifications for
this project may be found on the Port’s website, www. portofcolumbiacounty. org; obtained from the Port Offices located at 100 E. St., Columbia City, from 8:00 to 5:00; or requested via e-mail at allison@ portofcolumbiacounty.org . There is a mandatory on-site
pre-bid meeting per the RFP at 2:00 on Thursday, April 16, 2020. We will be outdoors on the dock with space to observe acceptable social distancing. Submissions must be received by 5:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2020. For questions, please call 503397-2888.”
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UPDATED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE ESTATE OF CHARLES H. MILLER This is an update of notice sent on February 19, 2020 and published in The Chronicle on February 26, 2020. Since this notice was sent and published, we have been impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic, which has required the City to conduct public meetings differently given social distancing requirements to help slow the spread of the virus. The purpose of the previous notice was to identify public hearings for amendments to the City of St. Helens Floodplain regulations and a change to the size (increase) of accessory structures allowed without permitting
(file Development Code Amendments ZA.1.20). The Planning Commission already met on March 10, 2020 before social distancing requirements were in place. The public hearing before the City Council is still scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at or after 6:30 PM. Testimony from the public in either oral or written form is still invited. But the meeting will be held virtually via Zoom instead of in-person in the Council Chambers. You are welcome to attend. Information to join the meeting will be included at the end of the agenda once it’s available or you may go to our calendar and
click on the meeting you wish to attend. https://www. ci.st-helens.or.us/calendar/ month/2020-04. Also, the file is still available for review and the staff report will still be ready 7 days before the hearing, but as City Hall is closed, except by appointment, you will need to contact the Planning Department to arrange a time or method to review the materials. Questions should be directed to the City Planning Department by phone: 503-397-6272, e-mail: jacobg@ci.st-helens. or.us, mail: 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR 97051, or in person by appointment at City Hall.
Notice to Interested Persons (Case No.: 20PB01247) In the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon, for the County of Columbia, Probate Department In the matter of the Estate of Charles H. Miller, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Deborah Chaffee has been appointed as the Personal Representative of the above Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are
required to present them to the undersigned Personal Representative in care of the undersigned attorney at 6501 S.W. Macadam Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97239, within four months after the date of first publication of this Notice, as stated below, or such claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this Estate may obtain
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NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING
City of St. Helens Notice of Budget Meeting Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Committee Meeting The St. Helens Budget Committee will meet on Thursday, April 16, 2020, beginning
CC Fair Board monthly board meeting, April 13th at 6 pm in the 4H building on the Fairgrounds, 58892 Saulser Rd St. Helens, OR. This public is invited via phone. A number and access code will be posted to the website by 3pm day of.
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING at 7 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the 2020/21 budget. The meeting will be held via Zoom. The link to join the Zoom Meeting is: https:// zoom.us/j/199037406
Meeting ID: 199-037-406 Dial by your location: +1346-248-7799. If you need special accommodation, please contact City Hall at (503) 397-6272, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
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The South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce has laid off its executive director and reduced its operating hours until further notice due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce President Hope Wirta said in a release that the Chamber board had been closely monitoring the current situation as it affects the Chamber of Commerce. She said the decisions made will give the Chamber Board the opportunity to save current resources and plan for a post COVID-19 Chamber. “This decision was not one we took lightly,” Wirta said. “We know that as a voice for economic growth and support in South Columbia County businesses look to us for guidance, education, and resources.” The majority of the South Columbia County Chamber’s revenue comes from membership fees. “With so many businesses struggling to stay open right now we realize that businesses also need to closely monitor their resources,” Wirta said. “With this in mind we expect memberships to decline.” Chrissy Marquardt’s last
an exact number on the cost. Money currently comes from our general fund, but we are hopeful for State and Federal emergency funds to offset costs. The Chronicle: Specifically, how will the District’s Distance Learning project work? How are the students interacting with teachers and know what to work on for assignments?
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The South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce office is located at 2194 Columbia Blvd. in St. Helens.
day as the chamber’s executive director was March 31. “The board would like to thank Chrissy for a fantastic job,” Wirta said. “Chrissy has spent the past eight months generating energy and new interest in the Chamber. Chrissy put a lot of work into the Chamber 2.0 plan to grow and diversify our revenue streams.” The Chambers release states that the 12-18 month plan was just at the beginning stages of implementation. In the interim, the Chamber said it will utilize it’s Chamber Ambassadors and volunteers to accomplish some of the day-to-day duties.
“The Chamber Board of Directors will provide updates once we have a better idea of the longerterm economic impact of COVID-19 on our business community,” Wirta said. “We will also research grant funding options to help us continue our mission. The South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce serves businesses in Scappoose, Vernonia, St. Helens and Columbia City Oregon through its mission of providing resources,education, connectivity, and legislative advocacy.
Mendoza: As a district, we have worked to be consistent district wide with what is being offered at different grade levels and subjects. Last week teachers began contacting families and students to check-in and see how they are doing. We will continue to stay connected with families throughout the closure. Our staff is working out the details and deciding what online platforms and video hosting sites meet the needs of their students. What is used for elementary will
additional information from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published: March 25, 2020. Deborah Chaffee Personal Representative. Philip G. Cobb, OSB # 811890, Philip G. Cobb, P.C., Attorney for Personal Representative, 6501 S.W. Macadam Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97239-3553
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETING Pending further developments with the Covid-19 situation, CCRider Transit Advisory Committee meeting has been rescheduled: 4/21/2020 @ 4:00 pm Location:
1155 Deer Island Road St. Helens Oregon 97051 Public Welcome Please check our website for further updates: https://www.nworegontransit. org/agencies/columbiacounty-rider/
The Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon. Late submissions are not guaranteed to make it into the paper.
be different for middle and high school. It is important to remember that distance learning is not the same as a traditional classroom. Teachers are looking at multiple ways to provide instruction, give assignments and assess progress. We are very sensitive to the fact that not all families have internet access and not all students have families able to support them instructionally. The Chronicle: Is the District prepared to conduct Distance Learning through the remaining of this academic school year? Mendoza: I do not believe that any district was prepared for losing this much instructional time. With that being said and given the growing likelihood that this closure could last for the remainder of the school year, the district is preparing for Distance Learning for all of our students for the remainder of the school year if that is what is required. The Chronicle: What is your message to students and
parents as they work through this Distance Learning Project? Mendoza: The number one thing we want for our students, parents and families is for them to be safe and healthy. Practice the recommended handwashing, social distancing and stay home guidelines. “Distance Learning for All” is a wonderful concept, yet it doesn’t fit nor meet the needs of all children. Just like a brick and mortar school doesn’t meet the needs of all children either. I want our families to provide themselves some grace and realize that distance learning is not the same as what they are used to experiencing. Many people might think distance learning is easier, but that is far from true. It takes significantly more focus and self-discipline than when there is a teacher holding students accountable for an entire school day. Follow the latest developments here online and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
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Big box stores such as Walmart and Fred Meyer are encouraging customer physical distancing to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Walmart launched its effort last weekend with a one customer in and one out plan. The store also posted large blue signs asking customers to allow six feet between each other. Fred Meyer stores launched a similar project April 7.
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The St. Helens Community Action Team (CAT) is partnering with Columbia Community Mental Health (CCMH) to offer the homeless a free lunch during the coronavirus pandemic. The operation is a similar Grab and Go project that local schools are providing for children. The CAT and CCMH effort involves sacks of lunches and other materials for those homeless
in need. CCMH and CAT staff are maintaining the Grab and Go project with social distancing standards at 1775 St. Helens Street, just across the way from the CAT offices. The lunches are purchased through Red Apple Market and Sunshine Pizza in St. Helens. CCMH staff circulate throughout the community to alert the homeless of the effort. The homeless-only grab and go is staffed from 11
a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. According to the CAT website, the agency is was founded in 1966 and is committed to: • Reducing the extent and negative effects of poverty • Increase family selfreliance • Improving community facilities and affordable housing stock To make a contribution, or for more details, contact 503-366-6559.
‘If I were Mayor’ contest extended STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and current Stay at Home orders, the deadline has been extended for the City of St. Helens ‘If I Were Mayor’ Student Contest. Students in grades 4-12 now have until Monday, May 11 to submit their entries to St. Helens City Hall. Each year, the St. Helens City Council invites local students to share their creative ideas about what they would do if they were mayor of St. Helens. Three local winners will receive $100 in
cash and lunch with Mayor Rick Scholl. The student contest is a partnership with the Oregon Mayors Association and is open to local students enrolled in school or being home-schooled for the 20192020 school year. Students can submit entries to St. Helens City Hall in one of three categories: • A poster competition for grades 4-5 • An essay competition for grades 6-8 • A digital media presentation for high school students. Completed submissions must be received at City Hall
by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 11. A complete contest packet and entry form are available to download on the City’s website at, www.ci.sthelens.or.us/news. Due to current Stay at Home orders, the City is requesting that entries be submitted electronically. Entries should be emailed to Deputy City Recorder Lisa Scholl at, lisas@ci.st-helens.or.us. Contest packet / Entry Form www.ci.st-helens.or.us/ news
Dear Neighbors, We know COVID-19 has brought on disruption and distress to many Columbia County lives. But if we continue to heed the call to vigilance in protecting each other from this virus, the actions we are taking now can work. Updated projections from health researchers show there is strong evidence that measures currently in place in Oregon are reducing the transmission of COVID-19. If we stand fast and maintain our current social distancing efforts and these current projections hold true, the state could meet the anticipated demand for hospital beds under current strategies. Here are a few tips for coping during this extended period of social distancing, as well as numbers for local resources and information. We encourage you to clip this ad from the newspaper for easy access. Stay home. Save Lives. Be kind to one another. We’re all in this together. -The Columbia County Board of Commissioners
Tips: • Stay home unless traveling to get food, medicine, or other neccessary items, or if your job is considered essential and must be done in person. • If you must go out, stay at least six feet away from other individuals. Do not rely on them to keep their distance for you. • Wash your hands well and often. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Hum “Happy Birthday” from beginning to end twice to time yourself. • Use hand sanitizer when you can’t use soap and water.
• Avoid touching your face. • Sneeze or cough into a tissue, or the inside of your elbow. • Disinfect frequently used items and surfaces as often as possible. • If you are elderly or at increased risk, take advantage of special shopping hours set up at your local grocery stores and other shopping destinations. Ask about delivery options. • Take care of yourself. Eat healthy, drink plenty of water and get enough rest. • Social distancing doesn’t mean social isolation. Check in with friends and family electronically, or by phone.
Numbers and Resources: • For general questions about COVID-19, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211info.org. • Questions about your specific medical needs should be directed to your health care provider. Write that number down here: __________________________ • If you cannot find the information you need from 211, call Columbia County Public Health at 503-397-7247. • If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, call the CCMH crisis line at 1-503-782-4499. • If you are 55 or older and feeling isolated or just want to have a friendly conversation, call the Senior Loneliness Line at 503-200-1633. • If you are 21 or younger and want support for any problem, big or small, call Youthline at 1-877-968-8491.
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Spreading Encouragement Even in this time of uncertainty with the coronavirus pandemic, community members are sharing their thoughts of encouragement. Here are a few of the heart-warming messages we’re spotted. Send your photo message of support and encouragement to jruark@countrymedia.net and we’ll share them with our readers.
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From left to right, Matt Williams, Nancy Nichols, Mikaela Curtis and Trisha Cote who work at Avamere, show off the donated handmade surgical masks. Read the story at thechronicleonline.com.
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Colorful paper hearts of support greet customers at the St. Helens Burgerville Restaurant drive-through window.
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