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Reopening Columbia County

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A couple wave and watch as boats float past the dock at St. Helens on Sunday, May 10. More and more people ventured outside over the past weekend following Governor Brown’s announcement Thursday that Oregon will begin to reopen following the COVID-19 pandemic. Columbia County has applied to Governor Brown’s office to reopen its economy.

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olumbia County has applied to the State of Oregon to

qualify for Phase One of the Governor Brown’s Reopening Framework.

“The county has applied and the plan is in review with the governor’s office,” Columbia County Commissioner Alex Tardif said. “When it’s approved, we’ll be able to set a date for when it reopens.”

Under Brown’s Reopening Framework, some counties will be eligible to begin the limited reopening of additional business sectors beginning as early as May 15 if they have demonstrated they have met all prerequisites for reopening. Oregon counties began submitting applica-

Riverfront development slowly moving forward JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

New plans and drawings are emerging from city hall giving the community a better vision of proposed development along the Columbia River in St. Helens.

In the following conversation with The Chronicle, St. Helens Communications Officer Crystal Kings provides us with the latest details.

to construct the road connections, boardwalk and trails along the river and other public amenities that will benefit the public and attract quality development in the riverfront district.

The City has made two unsuccessful attempts at obtaining federal funding and is currently preparing a third submittal to the BUILD (Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage

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tions on Friday, May 8. Counties must: • Show a decline in COVID-19 or have fewer than 5 hospitalizations • Have sufficient COVID-19 testing and contact tracing capability • Establish plans for the isolation and quarantine of new cases

• Have the hospital capacity to handle any surge in COVID-19 cases • Have enough personal protective equipment for health care workers

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Thousands of masks for those in need CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net

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These are five of the masks that The Mask Makers have sewed to be donated.

The Mask Makers of Scappoose have made more than 6,000 masks for workers who directly deal with COVID-19 patients.

Local resident Lisa Masog founded the group in late March.

The masks are donated for free, and the workers volunteer their time to construct each protection face mask. Masks, part of personal protection equipment (PPE) essential for frontline workers currently sell right now for an average of $10 apiece,

according to Masog. This means that The Mask Makers have made approximately $55,000 worth of masks for facilities that need PPE. The group has approximately 13 people who sew masks, and their locations go from East to West Coast of the United States.

When she heard about healthcare facilities and similar institutions being in need of PPE like masks, Masog reached out to seamstresses she knew individually, talked to them about her vision of forming a

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The Chronicle: In late February we reported, “Unti recommended immediate next steps of the project would be for city staff to price the cost of the now-reduced infrastructure in order to have a preliminary figure for funds to be raised for Phase 1 of the project.”

Has City staff accomplished the pricing and what is that pricing?

King: The St. Helens Riverfront Redevelopment project is a once in a lifetime opportunity to redefine St Helens as a desirable destination community. The City’s acquisition of the property in 2015 secured the community’s interest and provided the opportunity to ensure the public interests in the redevelopment. Over the past several years, City staff have been working to secure funding

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To our valued customers,

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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3. Orders paid via phone may be picked up anytime.

5. Customer name and contact information must be included in all orders

4. Customers will be notified of completed orders using the same method used to place the order.

7. Curbside pick-up will be available Monday through Friday.

6. Customers specify whether substitutions are acceptable.

Customers may contact the store to place orders using the following: Phone: 503-397-2288 • Text: (To be added soon) • Email: sthelensmarketfresh@yahoo.com • Facebook Messenger St Helens Market Fresh

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept EBT and WIC benefits for curbside orders. We appreciate the health and happiness of our community and wish to thank for you continued support!

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Oregon jobless claims STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

Even though many workers in Columbia County and across the state are expected to return to their jobs in the next several weeks under Oregon’s Reopening Plan, unemployment claims continue to rise.

During the week of April 26 to May 2, the Oregon Employment Department received 19,600 initial claims for unemployment benefits.

The agency has received more than 381,800 initial claims since COVID-19 businesses closures began in mid-March.

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The Scappoose Marine is being discussed as a possible location for the homeless shower trailer.

A trailer, not McCormick Park CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net

While the St. Helens City Council is embracing plans to provide community showers for the homeless, it is not endorsing a local park restroom shower facility for the effort.

During the city council’s April 22 work session, the Community Action Team (CAT) and Columbia Community Mental Health (CCMH) asked the council to open showers located at the McCormick Park restroom to the homeless.

The two social service agencies asked that the city allow approximately 300 homeless to use the showers for at least three days a week for three hours a day as a temporary project during the COVID-19 pandemic.

But the request was met with concerns from multiple city residents and questions and suggestions regarding logistical issues from city councilors.

During discussion about the CAT / CCMH request at the regular May 6 city council meeting, a shower trailer rather than opening a city facility was suggested.

Councilor Keith Locke said that CAT’s executive director Dan Brown had decided that that would be the solution.

The question the councilors and city staff members are now facing is where to place the trailer.

One of the issues is that the shower trailer available is electric and requires a 220-volt outlet and the only location owned by the city that would be available is downtown. Another concerns is that the trailer would need both water and sewer hookups both of which are most likely available at a campground, according to St. Helens Public Works Interim Director Sue Nelson.

Councilor Doug Morten suggested that the Scappoose Bay Marina RV Park could be a possible site for the trailer.

However, that location is county-operated and would require the city working with the county to obtain the required permission and permitting.

City councilors also raised concern about the potential for bringing in additional people from outlying areas if shower facilities were opened up for local homeless.

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“I worry about the floodgates opening from Longview, Portland, Rainier, Washington,” Morten said.

“I mean, good luck, because if you start something, how are you going to get out of it?”

Councilor Ginny Carlson said if CCMH and CAT controlled the schedule, it would not be as big of a problem to have showers opened up to everyone within the surrounding area.

St. Helens City Administrator John Walsh suggested such an agreement have a start and end date, with certain hours of the day blocked off for the showers.

The council directed city staff to work with CAT’s Brown to development a definition of the individuals allowed to use the facility, the timeline, and to help CAT find a location for the trailer, with Scappoose Bay Marine Park given as a suggestion for the location.

Walsh said he would talk to Brown about parameters.

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The process Four out of five (83%) initial claims for regular unemployment benefits received between March 15 and May 2 have been processed. For each of the past four weeks, more claims have been processed than received in Oregon.

The Employment Department has also processed more than 10,000 applications for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance benefits for the self-employed, contract, gig, and other workers not eligible for regular unemployment benefits.

The agency officials said they continue to expand the employment department’s ability to process more claims

for unemployment benefits.

There are currently 635 employees working unemployment claims, with more hiring underway and a new contact center opening next week.

Claims processing continues seven days per week.

In addition to more staffing, Employment Department officials said they agency also continues working to implement more unemployment benefit programs.

Programming and testing is underway for the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) program. This provides up to 13 weeks of extended unemployment benefits for those who have run out of benefits and remain out of work due to COVID-19 business closures.

Program eligibility and more details for this and other programs are available in the CARES Act section of the agency’s COVID-19 page.

Initial Claims In a releases, the Oregon Employment Department said details about 30,300 of the 45,100 initial claims processed during the week of April 26 to May 2 show that the greatest number of initial claims continued to come from the accommodation and food services sector, with 64,700 initial claims filed in the industry since March 15.

Other sectors with the largest

initial claims totals since March 15 include health care and social assistance (39,700) and retail trade (33,100).

Every sector of the economy has seen increased claims activity. Accommodation and food services’ share of total claims is declining, although the industry still accounts for 28 percent of initial claims since mid-March. Shares of total initial claims are increasing in retail trade, manufacturing, administrative and waste services, and wholesale trade.

Multnomah (6,500), Washington (3,900), and Clackamas (2,900) counties had the largest number of claims during the week of April 26 to May 2. More initial claims data by industry and area can be found on the QualityInfo. org COVID-19 page.

How to file a claim or find a job To file an online claim for unemployment benefits, go to Oregon.gov/employ or call 1-877-FILE-4-UI. For help finding jobs and training resources, contact your local WorkSource Oregon center or go to WorkSourceOregon.org.

Equal Opportunity program — auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Contact: 503-947-1794. For people who are deaf or hard of hearing, call 711 Telecommunications Relay Services.

Voting deadline looms JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

If you haven’t already mailed your May Primary Ballot, this Thursday, May 14, will be the last day to mail it to ensure it reaches the county election headquarters by the 8 p.m. May 19 voting deadline.

There are several ballot drop off sites throughout Columbia County, including the Columbia County Courthouse, 230 Strand Street in Street Helens,

Scappoose City Hall, 33568 Columbia Ave. Clatskanie Library, 11 Lillich Street, Rainier City Hall, 106 B Street, the Vernonia Public Library, 701 Weed Avenue and the Mist Birkenfeld RFPD, 12525 Highway 202.

The May Primary in Columbia County includes a bond measure to renovate St. Helens High School, a renewal of the Columbia County Jail levy, a five year levy to support the Rainier Cemetery District, a five year replacement levy for the Vernonia Rural Fire

Protection District. Candidate races include County Commissioner Position 1 and Position 3, and Circuit Court Judge District 19 Position 3.

See more about the candidates and issues at the chronicleonline.com.

Follow the election results at columbiacountyor. gov/departments/Elections.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Columbia County Fair & Rodeo canceled STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

The Columbia County Fair & Rodeo has been officially canceled.

The Chronicle first reported on April 29 that county fair officials were attempting to decide if the event, which draws thousands to St. Helens each summer, would be held due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s social distancing orders.

In announcing her Phase One Reopening Framework on May 7, Gov. Kate Brown said that large gatherings such as conventions, festivals, and major concerts and live audience sporting events will need

to be cancelled at least through September. Restarting events of this size will require a reliable treatment or prevention, like a vaccine, which is many months off. Further guidance on large events will be provided in the coming months.

Shortly after Brown’s announcement, Oregon State Fair officials canceled that large event that takes place each summer in Salem.

The Columbia County Fair Board announced on its Facebook page its decision to formally cancel this summers local event.

“During Phase One, only gatherings of 25 or less is allowed, and Phase Two might only allow up to as many as

100 people,” the post reads.

However, there is still a chance for other events around the fair to continue.

“The Board is actively exploring ideas for smaller events throughout the summer and fall that would allow the community to still enjoy the fairgrounds and offer families fun and exciting activities to enjoy together albeit in smaller groups to keep in line with the state mandates for responsible social distancing,” the release states.

Rodeo Queen Jessica Lincoln will retain her title until the next queen is crowned.

For more information contact the Columbia County Fair at 503-397-4231.

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The Columbia County Fair Board has officially canceled this summers fair and rodeo due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s social distancing orders.

COVID-19 cancels 2020 Oregon State Fair STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

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The Oregon State Fair is held at the state fairgrounds in Salem each summer and offers carnival rides, 4-H exhibits and showings as well as a host of other events and displays.

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4-H members, crafters, and others across Columbia County will not be attending the Oregon State Fair this summer due to the popular event’s cancellation.

The Oregon State Fair Council confirms the 2020 Oregon State Fair is officially canceled. The decision follows Oregon Governor Kate Brown’s announcement about the state Reopening Oregon framework.

The Fair was originally scheduled to run August 28 through September 7.

Brown underscored large gatherings, including live

sporting events with audiences, concerts, festivals, and conventions will not be able to return until there is a reliable treatment or prevention, such as a vaccine.

The Oregon Health Authority advised that any large gathering, at least through September, should either be canceled or significantly modified.

“The safety of our fairgoers, exhibitors, competitors, performers, sponsors, vendors, contractors, volunteers and staff has always been — and will always be our top priority,” Director and CEO of the Oregon State Fair & Expo Center Mike Paluszak said. “We are saddened by the news, but support our

state leaders in their efforts to keep all Oregonians safe in the wake of COVID-19.”

The Oregon State Fair is a tradition for thousands of families across the region, and the Oregon State Fair Council had hoped to continue that tradition in 2020.

The organization’s leadership is meeting over the next few weeks to see if there are any alternative options to consider in lieu of the original event. Management is also working on a strategy to reopen fairground facilities when appropriate and look forward to welcoming guests back for the 2021 Oregon State Fair, scheduled for August 27 through September 6 of next year.

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The Chief Justice, the Presiding Judge, and the DA all agree that Judge Grant is --

Qualified. Experienced.

“I have appreciated Judge Grant’s leadership, fairness and integrity in addressing challenges in her community, and her innovative contributions to the statewide administration of justice.”

- Chief Justice Martha Walters, Oregon Supreme Court “I have known Judge Jenefer Stenzel Grant for 24 years, 12 years when she was an attorney appearing in my court and 12 as a colleague on the Columbia County Circuit Court Bench. During all this time, Judge Grant has been extremely honest and forthright.

I support her re-election as she has shown herself to be a fair, hard-working judge with the utmost integrity and concern for the citizens of Columbia County.”

- Ted Grove, Presiding Judge, Columbia County Circuit Court “Judge Grant is a person of integrity. Her compassion, openmindedness and ethics are undeniable. Her intellectual honesty reflects her high ethical values and her conduct in and out of the courtroom shows that her singular motivation is truth and justice.

Judge Grant should be reelected because of her integrity, ethics, and experience with criminal and juvenile law.”

- Jeff Auxier, Columbia County District Attorney

Please vote on May 19th to retain Judge Jenefer Grant.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Garden Plots: Corralling moles, corn chatter CHIP BUBL Chronicle Guest Column

Corn chatter Corn and tomatoes are favorite garden crops in this area. We all get anxious and want to get those plants in the ground, often before the weather really has cooperated. This year might be a year to gamble on early planting. Many garden soils are ready to be tilled.

Be-fore planting, add 4 pounds of actual nitrogen (organic or synthetic) per 1000 square feet of garden (that is the equivalent of 40 pounds of a fertilizer where the first number is “10”, like 10-20-20).

The supersweet corn varieties that are now most commonly grown need very warm soil at planting. They are more prone to fungal and insect attack if they sit in cool soils. It may be helpful to till up an area and cover it with clear or black plastic for several days to increase the temperature.

Clear plastic will give you more heat gain but will also stimulate the weed seeds.

Black plastic gives less heat but also knocks out that first flush of weeds if it is kept on there for 8-10 days. You can leave the clear plastic on until you can just see the tips of the corn emerging. Then you can cover the planting with a row cover to speed seedling growth.

It will also protect the crop from hungry crows.

Corn spacing is a perennial topic of conversation.

I see lots of corn that is jammed too close together to produce well. People can’t bring themselves to thin seedlings. The takehome message is that you should end up with a corn plant about every 8-10” if you have 30” between rows.

If you have a wider row spacing (say 36”), you may be able to narrow the “inrow” spacing down to 6”.

But don’t try to avoid thinning by planting less corn.

Insects, diseases, or crows can knock a lot of plants out and then you have wasted all that precious growing time. Plant enough and then go out and thin.

Corn that is thinned can be transplanted into some adjacent rows. Those transplants will mature about 2-3 weeks later, just as the first planting is slowing down.

A final note, don’t forget to give your corn a shot of nitrogen when the plants get up about knee-high. This is called side-dressing. It will boost your crop after the initial fertilizer has been somewhat used up. You did use sufficient fertilizer, either organic or synthetic, in the be-ginning, didn’t you?

Corralling moles Is it possible to fence out moles? My sense is that it is possible but not at all easy.

Dig-ging a three-foot trench and putting tight mesh stainless steel fabric into it won’t stop moles from crawling above ground and past the fence. And leaving a six-inch metal lip would be an accident waiting to happen, unless the lip was

tied into a deer fence.

For individual woodensided raised beds, it is possible to attach ¼ inch stainless steel netting onto the underside of the frame.

This has helped several gardeners to reduce their mole activity to the paths in between (or far under) the

beds.

This will also keep voles out as well. I have seen costs of ~$70 for a 48” by 25 feet roll.

Several gardeners have installed tall (10-12 inches high) wooden-sided raised beds on a 10-12 inch deep layer of 1-2 inch crushed rock and felt that it effectively deterred moles.

Best advice: Develop your inner “garden protector” instincts and learn to trap those interesting but vexing rascals. For more information on mole trapping see http://ipm.ucanr. edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/ pn74115.html.

Root-bound transplants Our unpredictable spring weather is a nightmare for nurseries that grow bedding plants. They have to be ready to provide plants if we get a warm April but also be able to hold them until the weather improves finally in mid-May. Avoid buying bedding plants or woody plants that show signs of wilting. I know one per-son who won’t by a container with a woody plant if the container feels light. That is a sign that it may have been under-watered. Those plants will be set back and may not per-form as expected.

Root-bound plants are a little more complicated.

The advice on herbaceous perennials and annuals has been to look at the roots and if they are circling, cut them to force new outward growth. This is not good advice. Evidence is that annuals flowers and vegetables) and herbaceous perennials will root out into the surrounding soil without being cut. In fact, cutting seems to make the process worse. Remember this applies only to bedding plants, not woody plants.

Woody plants with serious circling larger roots must be unwound or the plant will not aggressively develop a strong root system in the surrounding soil. The circling by itself can lead to root growth that can ultimately strangle the plant. Strategic root cutting may be necessary with these plants. That said, it best not to buy them. You can pull plants out of one or two gallon containers to

look at the roots before you buy. This isn’t so practical on larger plants.

The OSU Extension office is closed to face-to-face public contact but you can still reach us.

All of us (faculty and staff) will still be working (mostly out of the office), answering phone calls left on our answering machines, email messages (chip.bubl@oregonstate.edu), writing newspaper columns and newsletters, and working to develop programs that can reach you online.

We are really committed to helping our communities in any way we can, especially in our areas of subject matter expertise (farming, gardening, forestry, food, food safety, and nutrition, healthy decisionmaking, and youth education) and any other way we can enrich your life and/ or make you safer in these challenging times. Please do not hesitate to contact us. And please, take all steps necessary to ensure that you and your loved ones are safe.

The Chronicle Weekly Online Poll As Oregon reopens will you continue:

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Free online beginning OSU/Food Bank vegetable gardening class (“Seed to Supper”:

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Free newsletter The Oregon State University Extension office in Columbia County publishes a monthly newsletter on gardening and farming topics (called County Living) writ-ten/edited by yours truly. All you need to do is ask for it and it will be mailed or emailed to you.

Call 503 397-3462 to be put on the list. Alternatively, you can find it on the web at http://extension. oregonstate.edu/columbia/ and click on newsletters.

Many Extension publications available online Are you putting up salsa, saving seeds, or thinking about planting grapes?

OSU has a large number of its publications available for free download. Just go to https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu. Click on publications and start exploring.

The Extension Service offers its programs and materials equally to all people.

Contact information for the Extension office Oregon State University Extension Service – Columbia County. Address: 505 N. Columbia River Highway St. Helens, OR 97051.

Phone: 503 397-3462.

Email: chip.bubl@oregonstate.edu.

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Last Week’s Results When Oregon reopens, what is the first thing you’ll want to do?

34.6% Visit family

Wear a face mask

30.9% Take a vacation 19.1% Take a nap

15.4% Go shopping

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We are there!

ALEX TARDIF Chronicle Guest Column

The Board of Columbia County Commissioners has participated in daily calls regionally, locally, and at the state level with the Governor, related to COVID-19.

We have been working hard to find a safe solution to slowly re-open our county, and we are there.

On Monday, May 11, the Columbia County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to pass resolution 42-2020. This resolution approved the County’s framework for reopening under the Governor’s criteria for Phase 1. That framework was then sent on to the Governor’s office and OHA for approval.

We must now await that approval to move forward.

These last couple of months have been challenging times. We, as a society, have been faced with a situation unlike any we have encountered in the past, and yet in some ways similar. It has felt like we are at war ... and many have been reminded of those terrible events that past generations encountered when life as they knew it completely changed.

This pandemic has caused some of us to pause while others have had to go into

overdrive. Some of us are well rested and ready to embrace “normal,” whatever that might look like now, while others are exhausted and longing for a vacation. Everyone’s situation looks different, but the common denominator is that both of those dreams are a ways off, and those dreams are about us.

The State and Columbia County have followed strict social distancing measures to flatten the curve and protect ourselves and each other, and especially our community’s most venerable population from this. We have maintained a low number of cases.

We have accomplished our goal. Now the time has come to open back up ... but cautiously.

Soon, we will reopen our communities, but what does Phase 1 mean? What does “reopen” actually look like? On paper, it means that restaurants and bars can open to limited reduced customers and must comply with social distancing measures.

It means that we can gather with friends, six feet apart, in groups of no more than 25.

(It means I can finally get my hair cut, assuming my barber can meet the state requirements.)

In reality, it will mean we have to continue to work together to social-distance

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and protect each other from the invisible enemy that is COVID-19. Today was a big win, well-earned after weeks of hard work ...but it’s just the beginning. There are more phases to come. We must keep the transmission rate down in order for this to continue to work. We must walk before we can run, even though some are all ready to sprint to the beaches. (Don’t go to the beach.)

The Board of County Commissioners will continue to facilitate the crucial conversations we’ve been having with the Governor, our regional partners, community members and County team members to lead Columbia County forward, while keeping us safe and well.

We will continue to do our best to remember that we are all stressed out and to meet each other with grace and compassion and carry on with a level head. We must take care of each other and be kind to one other. We will continue to support and lead our community, we will carry on together, as one, as US. Be well, Alex Alex Tardif is the chair of the Columbia County Board of Commissioners. Tariff and the board members may be reached at 503-397-4322.

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City yet to establish business assistance JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

As cities across the state help local small businesses with emergency loans during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of St. Helens has not yet established such a loan effort.

“With our existing limited resources, the City is prioritizing maintaining stability in services and covering unforeseen expenses (i.e., public safety, equipment, technology costs, overtime) related to the pandemic,” City of St. Helens communications director Crystal King said.

“The City is not shutting off or penalizing late payment for utility services to residents and business.”

King said, up to this point, the City has provided direct monetary support to community-based nonprofits who are struggling to meet the needs of most of the area’s vulnerable neighbors, including the Columbia Pacific Food Bank, St. Helens Senior Center, Columbia County DHS Child Welfare, inkind support to the South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, and utility assistance funding administered through Community Action Team.

The City has adjusted city business practices to continue serving the community and to offer

essential services, but “we are not able to offer direct small business financial assistance at this time,” King said, who provided the following list for small business operators seeking financial assistance.

Resources for businesses • COVID-19 Resources • State of Oregon – Governor Kate Brown • Federal Resources and Congressional Updates – Senator Jeff Merkley • Federal Economic and CARES Act Resources – Senator Ron Wyden • Health Updates – Oregon Health Authority • Student and Family Resources – Oregon Department of Education • Child Care Resources for Providers and Families – Oregon Early Learning Division • Business Layoffs, Closures and Unemployment Information – Oregon Employment Department • Business Resources and Information – Business Oregon • Oregon’s Small Business Resource Navigator – Business Oregon • Small Business Guidance and Loan Resources – US Small Business Administration (SBA) • Tourism Industry Resources and Updates – Travel Oregon • Restaurant and Lodg-

ing Industry Resources – Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association King said the City of St. Helens is also seeking help in channeling state and federal assistance to the community’s small businesses by advocating that Governor Brown commitment to share a portion of the $1.6 billion federal CARES Act allocation to Oregon with cities and counties.

“Large jurisdictions have received direct funding.” King said. “This money went to counties and cities across the country with populations over 500,000 residents. In Oregon, Multnomah and Washington counties, along with the City of Portland, received $247 million in direct funding from the CARES Act. However, this still leaves out more than 240 cities and 34 counties (2.8 million Oregonians) without any direct federal funding for local government.”

According to King, St. Helens is not eligible for other CARES Act funds, but she encourages residents and business operators to, “in the spirit of partnership,” lobby Governor Brown for the funding.

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The Columbia County Humane Society is encouraging public and pet participation in the annual Pets 2 the Rescue.

During this time of economic stress, shelter donations are down and shelter fundraisers have been cancelled, but the care and needs of homeless dogs and cats are as great as ever, according to a release from the Columbia County Humane Society.

Pets 2 the Rescue is a 1-mile and 5K virtual run/ walk event to raise funds for Columbia Humane Society and other non-profit animal shelters and pet adoption agencies across the United States.

Dogs wants to walk or run to help less fortunate shelter animals. Cats want to help, too. Pets 2 the Rescue is their opportunity.

Register between now and the end of May for just $10 and 100% of your registration fee goes to Columbia Humane Society. You can make an even greater impact by making an additional

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Pets 2 the Rescue is a 1-mile and 5K virtual run/walk event to raise funds for Columbia Humane Society.

donation as you register.

You can also purchase Pets 2 the Rescue merchandise, that includes t-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, embroidered hats, mugs and more from the Pets 2 the Rescue ETSY store, which will be up and running soon.

How does it work?

3 easy steps: Register for the virtual 1 mile or virtual 5K any time between May 1 - May 31.

During registration you will be asked to choose your participating Shelter and team.

Walk or Run your distance, with your pet if you would like, by June 1.

Local Stay at Home orders allow us to run outdoors still observing Oregon’s

Social Distancing guidelines.

Submit your Time online either using the free “IYR Virtual” mobile app or manually in the online race results. Runners who submit their time by June 1 will be entered into a drawing for “door prizes.”

Columbia Humane Society would like to Thank-you for your support. Without your help we can’t keep doing the wonderful life saving and changing work we do.

Get full details and a link to online registration, which opens May 1 for the Southeast and Midwest regions, at www.Pets2theRescue.org.

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Obituaries Marvin L. Thomas

Aug. 6, 1938 ~ April 13, 2020 Marvin L. Thomas passed away April 13, 2020 at the age of 81 years in Sun Lakes, Arizona. Marvin was a victim of the Coronavirus Pandemic and was hospitalized for one week before his death.

Marvin was born in Salem, Oregon on August 6, 1938, and spent most of his early years in the town of St. Helens, Oregon, a suburb of Portland, Oregon.

Marvin, with his “milliondollar-smile” and kind demeanor, was loved and respected by all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife Betty; three wellloved stepsons, Rod, Rory, and Rusty Wakefield of the Seattle/Kirkland, Washington area; adoring sister Burnice (and Les Hanna) and their three daughters, Lisa (Troy Harbick), Lori (Matt Zelones), and Melissa Anthony and two children.

He was predeceased by his son Douglas W. Thomas from a glioblastoma brain tumor in 2017.

Marvin has many grandchildren in the Seattle/

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Counties that meet all of the above criteria will be eligible to enter Phase I of reopening on May 15, pending approval of their application by the Governor after recommendations from the Oregon Health Authority.

In Phase I, counties can begin the limited reopening of the following sectors under specific safety guidelines: • Restaurants and bars for sit-down service • Personal care and services businesses, including barbers and salons • In-person gatherings of up to 25 people Counties must remain in Phase I for at least 21 days before becoming eligible to advance to Phase I If counties begin to see significant increases in COVID-19 cases or community spread, the Oregon Health Authority will work with local public health officials to evaluate what actions should be taken.

Significant growth in COVID-19 spread could necessitate a county moving back from Phase I to stayhome status. More details on Phases II and III are forthcoming.

There’s a framework that OHA provided that lists the county requirements and Health Region 1 requirements. The health region believes they have met their requirements and the county believes they met their requirements.

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Marvin made a special effort to see each one whenever he and Betty made their annual summer trip to Washington State and the Pacific Northwest.

Retired since 1996, Marvin and Betty moved to Arizona in November of 1997 for the sunshine and the golf.

They settled in Sun Lakes, Arizona with Oakwood Golf Course at the top of Marvin’s List. He had many memorable golf games there, as well as many memorable, dear friends. reopens, Tardif said the Columbia County Board of Commissioners message to residents is simple.

“This is Phase 1 and it has a lot of criteria to meet from the state,” he said. “This is not a wide open free-for-all, it’s a slower process to see where it goes. If things don’t go well, we make adjustments. We all have to work together to get to Phase 2.”

Tardif said steps are being taken by Columbia County during the reopening process to ensure the safety and protection of residents and business operations.

“My expectation would be that we follow the criteria set out before us to ensure that we’re all maintaining social distancing and staying healthy,” he said.

Brown’s Reopening announcement Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced on Thursday, May 7, Phase One of her Oregon Reopening framework that includes county’s formally requesting permission to restart businesses and other functions.

Brown said the state’s immediate efforts to protect communities and shelter parts of the economy in an effort to save lives have made a difference.

“Today, thanks to millions of Oregonians following strict physical distancing measures I am happy to say these sacrifices have prevented as many as 70,000 COVID-19 infections and 1,500 hospitalizations,” she said. “We are on track to meet the goals doctors and

A natural athlete, Marvin excelled in many sports, including football, basketball and track. He was a member of the 1956 St. Helens State Basketball Championship Team. And he was also a pole-vaulting champion for the states of Washington and Oregon in 1957 and 1958.

After high school, Marvin attended Skagit Valley Jr. College in Mt. Vernon, Washington on a basketball scholarship, then attended Compton Jr. College in California for track, and finally came back to Washington State to settle in Kirkland, Washington.

But most of all, Marvin was just an all-around “good guy” with a wonderful sense of humor and a caring attitude for all. He will definitely be missed.

Final arrangements were provided by Valley of the Sun Mortuary in Chandler, Arizona, and a “Celebration of Life” for Marvin will be held in Seattle (or) Kirkland, Washington the summer of 2020. health experts have pit lined for us.”

Under Brown’s reopening plan, counties with few or no COVID-19 cases could enter Phase 1 by May 15. Retail businesses, gyms, salons and barber shops are allowed to reopen if they are following the state’s requirements for reopening and Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines.

Brown said hospitalizations of COVID-19 have been stabilized and the state hit a record low of the last week with fewer than 100 coronavirus hospitalization across the state. The state has also increased its supply of personal protection equipment for front line workers and finalized its testing and contracting tracing capabilities.

“Things are defiantly improving,” Brown said.

“Science and data are my guideposts as we begin the reopening of Oregon.

Brown said the state expects that there may be an uptick in new coronas cases.

“That’s why we have to be prepared in every corner of the state,” she said.

Part of Brown’s reopening framework also continues to prohibit large gatherings, such as concerts and festivals, until at least September.

Following the Governor’s announcement, organizers canceled the Oregon State Fair, which was set for late August in Salem.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Election 2020: Circuit Court Judge race

CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net

In the May 19 Primary Election, Columbia County voters will cast their ballots for Columbia County Circuit Court, District 19, Position 3.

The Chronicle reached out to the three candidates with three specific questions.

Jenefer Grant, incumbent

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The Chronicle: What skills do you offer as a circuit court judge?

Jenefer Grant: After more than twelve years on the bench, my judicial skills are well developed. I have become adept at managing jury trials, and have the clear presence of mind needed to avoid mistrials and the expense of retrial. This requires confidence, familiarity with the rules of evidence and jury instructions, good time management, and making sure jurors are able to see and hear the proceedings, among other skills.

One of the most important and challenging aspects of my work is handling juvenile dependency cases. In these situations, children are in the temporary custody of the state, either placed in foster care or with a parent under a safety plan. These cases involve multiple parties and their attorneys, and are governed by complex state and federal law. The decisions I make in juvenile court cases affect entire families, sometimes for generations. Understanding how to work with the various community partners to make and implement a supportive plan for these families is a skill I have developed over nearly 25 years, first as an attorney representing children and par-

ents in dependency cases, and continuously, since I became a judge in 2007.

Also very important in our court is the ability to help litigants resolve their disputes without the stress and expense of contested hearings and trials. Our busy docket could not accommodate every case going to trial, so it is essential to help parties settle as many cases as possible. This is particularly important in family law matters and criminal trials, as it can be devastating for a child or victim to testify against family members. In these instances, I work to help all parties engineer just and equitable outcomes without contested trials. This requires excellent listening skills, a very good understanding of the legal framework in domestic relations and criminal law, and the ability to suggest solutions both sides can see as beneficial. I am proud of my reputation as a good settlement judge.

Another important skill is a familiarity with the social services available both locally and in surrounding areas. Referrals to appropriate agencies are often necessary for people with mental health challenges, addictions, violent behavior, parenting deficits, and other problems which bring them to court. The availability of these services changes constantly and having a good grasp of them helps me respond more effectively in the courtroom.

In a relatively small county like ours, judges have to be generalists capable of handling all types of legal disputes and it’s essential to be intellectually nimble. I still encounter legal questions I have not seen before, and knowing how to research and analyze them efficiently is part of effective judging.

by hearing matters in court, conducting case management and settlement conferences in chambers, and processing written motions and requests. I am also on a statewide committee, to which I was appointed by Chief Justice Martha Walters, working to improve our service to self represented litigants in family law cases.

Only around 20% of people filing divorce or child custody cases are now able to afford lawyers.

The Chronicle: What do you see as the main challenge you would face as a judge?

The Chronicle: What skills do you offer as a circuit court judge?

Jenefer Grant: The biggest challenge currently is, and will continue to be, providing prompt and fair resolutions to people’s cases with limited court resources. The financial impact of the pandemic is likely to further restrict our funding, so we will need to be even more creative regarding how to help people access court services and conclude their legal matters. I will continue to work diligently

Michael Clarke: As a lawyer, I’m trained and experienced to analyze the law and apply it to the facts in a way that’s best for my client.

A judge uses similar skills, but is impartial and listens to the parties, asks questions, and makes a decision that ensures the law is applied to the facts appropriately. Beyond a lawyer’s skillset, the biggest skill a judge must have is the ability to listen with a loving

The Chronicle: What rewards would you take away from this position?

Jenefer Grant: The rewards of this position have been enormous. More than anything, I like to solve problems and help people. This position has enabled me to do that important work every day. I have been a part of the community here for almost a quarter century, and the opportunity to make people’s lives here better has been the most fulfilling career I can imagine.

I am very grateful for having been able to serve the people of Columbia County.

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heart and an open mind to the unique problems people have. This ability creates a connection to allow the judge to truly understand a person’s problems and ultimately help resolve the problems.

I am a great listener, open minded, and always willing to learn from people and their experiences. I can relate to all walks of life and compassionately consider the problems each person faces. I have proven these skills as evidenced by my success in my business.

The State does not give me clients or pay my rent. I have to attract, retain, and keep clients happy to bring in more clients and earn the money to pay my rent, my employees, and contribute to our economy. As an attorney in private practice, I have only my people skills, problem solving skills, and my name in the community to earn a living and raise my family. Without my ability to talk with, relate to, understand, and communicate with everyday people, I would have been out of business years ago.

The Chronicle: What do you see as the main challenge you would face as a judge?

Michael Clarke: I expect every day as a judge will be a challenge. But with experience, the challenges will become less difficult to overcome. Every judge starts at the bottom. Judge Grant came from a background of criminal defense for state provided clients, but can competently make decisions in civil matters. Judge Callahan came from a background in civil matters, but competently makes decisions in criminal cases. I will follow the same path as all our judges in this county. I’ll learn what I need to know and rely upon my 15 years legal experience in the law. I feel lucky that I have been able to work in most areas of the law; my experience will be a practical asset to rely upon while learning to become the best judge I can be for this county.

I know that even after years of experience on the bench there will be challenges that arise, but I also know there will be help along the way. I have good relationships with current and retired judges in our county. Judge Grove is a wealth of information and I look forward to working with him and Judge Callahan to

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provide the best judicial services in the state for the people of our county.

The Chronicle: What rewards would you take away from this position?

Michael Clarke: I am expecting this position to be exciting, exhilarating, terrifying, and satisfying. This is how private practice has been for me, and I wouldn’t expect anything less from the job of being judge. The difference is that a judge has a direct and immediate impact on people. Every day a judge’s interactions with people affect so many lives.

I am looking forward to that daily interaction where I really can improve someone’s life, or at least put them on a path that will improve lives.

The title “judge” yields tremendous power and an automatic voice in our county.

I believe this voice should be used to improve the judiciary and its role in helping the people of our community.

My goal is a career where I can point to an improved judicial system that helps more people of this county through increased efficiencies and better accessibility. My goal is to create a long lasting benefit to our community where I can be proud to have helped make the changes this community needs.

James D. Huffman

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The Chronicle did not receive any responses from Huffman before press time, despite numerous contact attempts. Below is information from the Columbia County Voter’s Pamphlet.

James D. Huffman was a Deputy District Attorney in Columbia County from 1976-1980. He has been an

attorney in private practice in St. Helens from 1980 to the present day. He received a B.S. in Business-Finance from Portland State University in 1970 and a J.D. from the Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College in 1975. He served two years as Research Editor for the Lewis and Clark Environmental Law Review.

Huffman also has prior governmental experience, first serving as a student intern for Clackamas County District Attorney in 1974. He then served as Deputy District Attorney for the Columbia County District Attorney from 1976 – 1980. He was the Chairman and Board Member of the Scappoose Park and Recreation District in the 1980s and 1990s. He served as a city councilor for the city of Scappoose for four years in the late 1990s. He was a member of the Law Enforcement Advisory Committee of the St. Helens School District.

“I moved to Scappoose on July 4, 1976, with my wife Marilyn and raised three children here. All three are now in professional careers.

Marilyn made a career in Scappoose as a grade school teacher,” Huffman said.

Huffman also wrote that he has written successful initiative petitions to benefit Columbia County citizens, such as the Scappoose Pool measure.

“I chose law as a career to fight for justice. As an attorney in private practice, I have been a prodigious volunteer for indigent legal aid clientele and was one of the founding lawyers of Columbia County Legal Aid, which is still in operation. I looked forward to jury trials, and learned much from them in 44 years of trial work, both as a prosecutor and defense attorney. I have seen many judges come and go and know a good one from a bad one. I want to assure every litigant that above all, I will apply the law fairly to both sides of every case, and will apply common sense rather than legal technicalities to all decisions I will make as a judge.”

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KATU News at 6 (N) (Live) Jeopardy! (N) Wheel of Fortune KOIN 6 News at 6 (N) CBS Evening News Extra (N) Ent. Tonight Street Outlaws: Memphis Street Outlaws: Memphis: Full Throttle (N) KGW News at 6 (N) KGW Special Inside Edition (N) This Old House BBC News PBS NewsHour (N) 6 O’Clock News (N) Family Feud (N) Family Feud (5:00) NFL Football 2018 Week 4. From Oct. 1, 2018. (:05) Raven’s Home (:35) Raven’s Home (:05) Bunk’d (:35) Bunk’d Mike & Molly Mike & Molly The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Family Guy “Episode VI: It’s a Trap” Family Guy Family Guy

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KATU News at 6 (N) (Live) KOIN 6 News CBS Weekend News Naked And Afraid: Feral Fashion NBC Nightly News Straight Talk (N) Oregon Art Beat Oregon Field Guide

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Paid Program MyDestination.TV Paid Program Sharyl Attkisson KATU News at 5 (N) PGA Tour Golf From Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky. Paid Program Paid Program Open House (N) Raw Travel (N) KOIN 6 News at 5 (N) Building Off the Grid “Ozark Paradise” Building Off the Grid “Rocky Mountains” Building Off the Grid “Spearfish Canyon” Naked And Afraid: Feral Fashion Naked And Afraid: Feral Fashion “Fearsome Foursome” (11:00) TaylorMade Driving Relief A charity skins match to raise awareness for the American Nurses Foundation and CDC Foundation.

Paid Program Roots Less Traveled Vets Saving Pets (N) The Champion Within KGW News at 5 (N) Great Performances “Leonard Bernstein’s Mass” A production of Bernstein’s Mass.

Great Performances Broadway musical.

Focus on Europe GZERO World To the Contrary Washington Week Firing-Hoover NASCAR Race Hub NASCAR Cup Series NASCAR Cup Series Race at Darlington. (N) (Live) The Best of Greatest Sports Legends 5 O’Clock News (N) The Last Dance The Last Dance The Last Dance The Last Dance The Last Dance The Last Dance Austin & Ally Stuck in the Middle Stuck in the Middle Stuck in the Middle Stuck in the Middle (:35) Jessie (:05) Jessie (:35) Jessie (:05) Jessie (:35) Jessie (:05) Jessie Animal Science Get Vitamin D now! ›› “Must Love Dogs” (2005, Romance-Comedy) Diane Lane, John Cusack.

Major Crimes “Jailbait” Major Crimes A shocking discovery is made. 2 Broke Girls (11:30) ›› “The Wedding Ringer” (2015) Kevin Hart. (DVS) ›› “50 First Dates” (2004) Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider. (DVS) ››› “Game Night” (2018, Comedy) Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams. (DVS)

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Wheel of Fortune Graduate Together: America Honors American Idol The finalists perform two songs each.

KATU News at 11 (N) ROH Wrestling KOIN 6 News at 6 (N) CBS Weekend News Entertainment Tonight (N) Graduate Together: America Honors 48 Hours (N) 48 Hours (N) KOIN 6 News at 11 Ninja Warrior Expedition Unknown Expedition Unknown Expedition Unknown: Rediscovered “Beyond The Secret” Josh investigates The Secret.

Expedition Unknown NBC Nightly News Straight Talk Grant’s Getaways Inside Edition Graduate Together: America Honors Dateline NBC Saturday Night Live (N) KGW News at 11 (N) Saturday Night Live Shelter Me: Partners for Life Travels to the Edge Rick Steves’ Europe Frankie Drake Mysteries “Last Dance” Hinterland A minister’s violent death.

Jamestown Jocelyn loses everything.

Last Tango in Halifax ›› “Win a Date With Tad Hamilton!” (2004) Kate Bosworth, Topher Grace.

Graduate Together: America Honors Celebrity Watch Party 10 O’Clock News (N) Beat Shazam “Bi-Coastal Battle Royale” UFC Fight Night 37: Overeem vs. Harris Alistair Overeem vs. Walt Harris, heavyweight bout. From Jacksonville, Fla. (N) (Live) SportsCenter (N) (Live) (9:55) Korean Baseball LG Twins at Kiwoom Heroes. (N) (Live) (:05) ››› “Wonder” (2017, Drama) Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson.

Big City Greens (:25) Big City Greens Big City Greens (:40) Big City Greens (:05) The Owl House The Owl House Sydney to the Max (:20) Bunk’d The Carbonaro Effect Recipe.TV The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory 8 O’Clock News (N) 9 O’Clock News (N) Larry King Sp. BISSELL CrossWave The Listener A girl is found dead.

(4:45) ›› “The Wedding Ringer” (2015) ›› “Central Intelligence” (2016, Action) Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart. (DVS) The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Full Frontal The Last O.G.

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(11:00) 30 for 30 E:60 To Be Announced Paid Program Paid Program Sinclair Cares America This KATU News at 5 (N) ABC World News (11:30) PGA Tour Golf From Bellerive Country Club in Town and Country, Mo. Paid Program Paid Program Extra (N) KOIN 6 News at 5 (N) KOIN 6 News at 5:30 Expedition X “Mystery in Mammoth Cave” Expedition X “Mt. Adams’ UFO Encounter” Expedition X “The Amazon’s Cursed Ruins” Expedition Unknown Expedition Unknown Expedition Unknown NFL 100 Greatest NFL 100 Greatest Horse Racing Paid Program Earth Odyssey Earth Odyssey Consumer 101 (N) KGW News at 5 (N) Fit 2 Stitch It’s Sew Easy Kimball’s Milk Street Test Kitchen Lucky Chow Sara’s Weeknight MotorWeek American Woodshop Woodsmith Shop Ask This Old House This Old House (N) NewsHour Wk (11:00) ››› “Beneath” (2007, Horror) The Immortals The Short List Pure Outdoor Graham Bensinger MLS Soccer From July 17, 2016.

5 O’Clock News UFC Unleashed UFC Main Event UFC Live UFC Fight Night 37: Overeem vs. Harris - Prelims Matt Brown vs. Miguel Baeza, welterweight bout. From Jacksonville, Fla. (N) (Live) Bunk’d Bunk’d (12:55) Bunk’d (:20) Bunk’d (:10) Bizaardvark (:35) Bizaardvark (:05) Bizaardvark (:35) Raven’s Home (:05) Raven’s Home (:35) Raven’s Home (:05) Raven’s Home (:35) Raven’s Home Paid Program Paid Program ›› “Look Who’s Talking Now” (1993) John Travolta. Mikey and Julie each get a dog.

Madam Secretary A surrogate is arrested.

Madam Secretary “Article 5” 2 Broke Girls Mike & Molly Chuck and Larry ›› “American Reunion” (2012, Comedy) Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan. (DVS) ››› “Dumb & Dumber” (1994, Comedy) Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels. (DVS) (:45) ›› “The Wedding Ringer” (2015) Kevin Hart. Premiere.

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KATU News at 6 (N) (Live) Jeopardy! (N) Wheel of Fortune Shark Tank A personalized body care brand. (:01) 20/20 (N) KATU News at 11 (N) KOIN 6 News at 6 (N) CBS Evening News Extra (N) Ent. Tonight The Greatest StayAtHome Videos (N) Bravery and Hope: 7 Days on the Front Line Blue Bloods “Where the Truth Lies” KOIN 6 News at 11 Bering Sea Gold: Dredged Up (N) Bering Sea Gold: Dredged Up (N) Bering Sea Gold “Dawn of the Dredge” (N) (:09) Gold Rush (N) KGW News at 6 (N) Straight Talk (N) Inside Edition (N) The Blacklist “The Kazanjian Brothers” Dateline NBC (N) KGW News at 11 (N) Curious Traveler BBC World News PBS NewsHour (N) Shakespeare and Hathaway -- Private Midsomer Murders (Part 1 of 2) Midsomer Murders (:31) Modus 6 O’Clock News (N) Family Feud Family Feud WWE Friday Night SmackDown (N Same-day Tape) 10 O’Clock News (N) 11 O’Clock News (N) (5:30) ›› “The Greatest Game Ever Played” (2005, Drama) (:45) SportsCenter (N) (Live) SportsCenter SportsCenter SportsCenter (:05) Raven’s Home (:35) Raven’s Home (:05) Bunk’d (:35) Bunk’d ››› “Wonder” (2017, Drama) Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay.

Gabby Duran Coop & Cami Sydney to the Max Mike & Molly Mike & Molly The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory 8 O’Clock News (N) 9 O’Clock News (N) The Simpsons Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Seinfeld ››› “Dumb & Dumber” (1994, Comedy) Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels. (DVS) (:45) ›› “Central Intelligence” (2016, Action) Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Amy Ryan. (DVS)

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KATU News at 6 (N) (Live) Jeopardy! (N) Wheel of Fortune KOIN 6 News at 6 (N) CBS Evening News Extra (N) Ent. Tonight Expedition Unknown Expedition Unknown: Uncovered (N) KGW News at 6 (N) KGW Special Inside Edition (N) Journeys in Japan BBC News PBS NewsHour (N) 6 O’Clock News (N) Family Feud Family Feud 2015 NBA Finals 2017 NBA Finals From June 7, 2017. (:05) Raven’s Home (:35) Raven’s Home (:05) Bunk’d (:35) Bunk’d Mike & Molly Mike & Molly The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Family Guy Family Guy Bob’s Burgers Bob’s Burgers

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Jeopardy! (N) Wheel of Fortune Extra (N) Ent. Tonight Deadliest Catch: On Deck “Double Agent” KGW Special Inside Edition (N) PBS NewsHour (N) Family Feud (N) Family Feud

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L & M: Cali Style Mike & Molly We’re the Millers

MAY 17, 2020 11:30

American Idol “316 (On With the Show: Grand Finale)” The top 5 perform.

Taylor Swift City of Lover Concert (N) KATU News at 11 (N) America This Week ›› “Mission: Impossible” (1996, Action) Tom Cruise. Treachery in Prague puts an agent on the run.

Man With a Plan KOIN 6 News at 11 (:35) Raw Travel (N) Naked and Afraid “Snow Daze” (N) Naked and Afraid XL “Pre-Show” (N) Naked and Afraid Survivalists take on the Amazon.

Beverly Hills Dog Show From the Fairplex in Pomona, Calif. (N) The Wall “Neangela and Marcus” (N) KGW News at 11 (N) Laura McKenzie Call the Midwife (Season Finale) (N) World on Fire on Masterpiece (N) Baptiste on Masterpiece (N) (:02) Before We Die The Simpsons Duncanville Bob’s Burgers Family Guy SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt (N) The Last Dance “Adventures in Babysitting” (2016) Sabrina Carpenter. (:35) Jessie 8 O’Clock News (N) 9 O’Clock News (N) The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory

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The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart “Week 6 -- Finale” (Season Finale) (N) The Neighborhood Bob Hearts Abishola All Rise Street Outlaws: Memphis (N) Fast N’ Loud A 1967 Firebird convertible. (N) The Voice “Finale Part 1” The final artists perform. (N) Antiques Roadshow “Little Rock” Broken Places 9-1-1 A teenager speeds out of control.

9-1-1: Lone Star Owen helps Michelle.

SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt (N) SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt Big City Greens (:25) Big City Greens (8:50) Bunk’d (:40) Raven’s Home 8 O’Clock News (N) 9 O’Clock News (N) Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy

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10 O’Clock News (N) The Last Dance Jessie (:25) Jessie Stay Healthy Emeril Airfryer The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory

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11 O’Clock News (N) Graham Bensinger SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt (10:50) Bunk’d (:20) Bunk’d NCIS: New Orleans “Desperate Navy Wives” Snowpiercer “First, the Weather Changed”

11:00

MAY 18, 2020 11:30

The Baker and the Beauty “Side Effects” KATU News at 11 (N) Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Bull Bull helps defend an old friend.

KOIN 6 News at 11 Late Show-Colbert (:01) Car Kings (N) (:01) Fast N’ Loud (:01) Songland “Florida Georgia Line” (N) KGW News at 11 (N) Tonight Show “Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words” (2020) Clarence Thomas.

10 O’Clock News (N) 11 O’Clock News (N) The Big Bang Theory SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt Gabby Duran Coop & Cami Sydney to the Max (:20) Bunk’d The Simpsons Family Guy Family Guy Bob’s Burgers American Dad (N) American Dad Conan (N) Seinfeld “The Opera”

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The Story of Soaps The impact of the iconic genre. (N) (DVS) The Genetic Detective (Series Premiere) (N) NCIS A Navy officer obtains a rare coin.

FBI Kristen wants to get back to field work.

FBI: Most Wanted “Ghosts” Deadliest Catch The Voice “Live Cutdown Show” (N) The Voice “Live Finale Part 2” (Season Finale) The winner is revealed. (N Same-day Tape) NOVA The tornado outbreak of 2011.

American Experience “Mr. Tornado” (N) Frontline “Inside Italy’s COVID War” (N) The Masked Singer (N) (DVS) Gordon Ramsay’s 24 Hours to Hell 10 O’Clock News (N) SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt (N) SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt (:05) Bunk’d (:35) Bunk’d Big City Greens (:25) Big City Greens (8:50) Bunk’d (:40) Raven’s Home Gabby Duran Coop & Cami The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory 8 O’Clock News (N) 9 O’Clock News (N) The Simpsons Family Guy The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Last O.G. (N)

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KATU News at 11 (N) Jimmy Kimmel Live!

KOIN 6 News at 11 Late Show-Colbert Deadliest Catch KGW News at 11 (N) Tonight Show Pacific Heartbeat 11 O’Clock News (N) The Big Bang Theory SportsCenter With Scott Van Pelt Sydney to the Max (:20) Bunk’d Family Guy Bob’s Burgers Conan (N) The Last O.G.

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Public Notices CH20-1403

Public Notice and Notice of Public Hearing The City of St. Helens is eligible to apply for a 2020 Community Development Block Grant from Business Oregon. Community Development Block Grant funds come from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The grants can be used for public facilities and housing improvements, primarily for persons with low and moderate incomes.

Approximately $12 million will be awarded to Oregon non-metropolitan cities and counties in 2020. Funding available for Business Assistance is $2 million.

Funding dedicated to public

services is $1,750,000.

The City of St. Helens is preparing an application for a 2020 Community Development Block Grants from Business Oregon. This is a joint project seeking a Public Services Grant for Columbia County, for COVID-19 Community Response for $50,000. The maximum grant that a City or County can receive is $50,000 for a project of this type. It is estimated that the proposed projects will benefit at least 4,000 persons, of whom 46.36% will be low or moderate income.

A public hearing will be held by the St. Helens City

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Council at 6:45 PM on May 20, 2020 electronically via phone and video conference.

Meeting information and a link to participate is available here: https://www. ci.st-helens.or.us/calendar.

The purpose of this hearing is for the City Council to obtain citizen views and to respond to questions and comments about: community development and housing needs, especially the needs of low- and moderate-income persons, as well as other needs in the community that might be assisted with a Community Development Block Grant project; and the proposed

project. Written comments are also welcome and must be received by 5:00 PM on May 19, 2020 at kathy@ci.st-helens.or.us or to City of St. Helens, Attn: City Recorder, 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR 97051. Both oral and written comments will be considered by the City Council in deciding whether to apply. The method of the hearing is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Please contact the City Recorder’s Office at 503366-8217 if you will need any special accommodations to attend or participate in the meeting. More

information about Oregon Community Development Block Grants, the proposed project, and records about the City of St. Helens’ past use of Community Development Block Grant funds is available for public review digitally upon request by emailing rbarry@ci.st-helens.or.us.

Advance notice is requested.

If special accommodations are needed, please notify the office at 503-366-8217 so that appropriate assistance can be provided. Permanent involuntary displacement of persons or businesses is not anticipated as a result from the proposed project.

If displacement becomes necessary, alternatives will be examined to minimize the displacement and provide required/reasonable benefits to those displaced. Any low- and moderate-income housing that is demolished or converted to another use will be replaced. NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, you may participate in the Public Hearing remotely by computer or telephone. You will be able to hear and/or view the proceedings and fully participate remotely.

Please access the following URL to reach the options: https://www.ci.st-helens. or.us/calendar.

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CH20-1397

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA Probate Department Case No. 20PB02467. NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS BERG, deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kristi Bull and Thomas J. Berg have been appointed as co-personal representatives of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present

them to the undersigned attorney for the co-personal representatives at 850 NE 122nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97230, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information form the records of the Court, the co-personal representatives,

or the attorney for the copersonal representatives.

Dated and first published on May 13, 2020. Kristi Bull and Thomas J. Berg, CoPersonal Representatives, George A. McCoy, OSB #101256, Warren Allen LLP, Attorneys for Co-Personal Representatives, 850 NE 122nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97230. Tel (503) 2558795 Fax (503) 255-8836, mccoy@warrenallen.com

CH20-1394 FORM LB-1

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

Telephone: 503-366-8227

TOTAL OF ALL FUNDS Beginning Fund Balance/Net Working Capital Fees, Licenses, Permits, Fines, Assessments & Other Service Charges Federal, State and all Other Grants, Gifts, Allocations and Donations Revenue from Bonds and Other Debt Interfund Transfers / Internal Service Reimbursements All Other Resources Except Current Year Property Taxes Current Year Property Taxes Estimated to be Received Total Resources

Email: mbrown@ci.st-helens.or.us

FINANCIAL SUMMARY - RESOURCES Actual Amount This Year 2018-19 15,836,199 17,105,000 3,723,000 0 2,747,599 1,912,000 2,070,000 43,393,798

Adopted Budget Next Year 2019-20 18,022,000 18,000,000 2,498,000 0 857,950 1,326,500 2,050,000 42,754,450

FINANCIAL SUMMARY - REQUIREMENTS BY OBJECT CLASSIFICATION Personnel Services 11,629,100 Materials and Services 11,666,200 Capital Outlay 4,512,000 Debt Service 1,539,500 Interfund Transfers 2,747,599 Contingencies 4,487,599 Special Payments 0 6,811,800 Unappropriated Ending Balance and Reserved for Future Expenditure 43,393,798 Total Requirements

Approved Budget Next Year 2020-21 18,750,000 20,933,500 0 0 0 1,337,500 2,100,000 43,121,000

12,450,500 10,404,000 4,506,000 1,417,000 820,000 7,119,950 0 6,037,000 42,754,450

12,900,000 11,624,200 4,553,000 1,363,000 0 9,680,800 0 3,000,000 43,121,000

FINANCIAL SUMMARY - REQUIREMENTS AND FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEES (FTE) BY ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT OR PROGRAM * Name of Organizational Unit or Program FTE for that unit or program Administration 6,292,399 5,047,000 FTE 23.50 25.00 Police 3,059,500 3,505,000 FTE 19.50 21.00 Library 677,500 725,000 FTE 6.00 6.00 Public Works 20,327,500 19,980,500 FTE 31.25 32.00 Non-Departmental / Non-Program 13,036,899 13,496,950 0.00 0.00 FTE Total Requirements 43,393,798 42,754,450 Total FTE 80.25 84.00

No significant changes from previous years

PROPERTY TAX LEVIES Rate or Amount Imposed

LONG TERM DEBT General Obligation Bonds Other Bonds Other Borrowings Total

11,764,700 19.55 3,819,000 21.00 855,000 6.30 14,001,500 30 12,680,800 0.00 43,121,000 77.05

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES and SOURCES OF FINANCING *

This Year 2018-19 1.9078 0 0

Permanent Rate Levy (rate limit 1.9078 per $1,000) Local Option Levy Levy For General Obligation Bonds

STATEMENT OF INDEBTEDNESS Estimated Debt Outstanding on July 1. $0 $0 $11,639,145 $11,639,145

to present their claims, with vouchers attached, within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice to the personal representative at 52490 SE 2nd Street, Suite 100, Scappoose, OR 97056, or the claims may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by the

Rate or Amount Approved

Next Year 2019-20 1.9078 0 0

Next Year 2020-21 1.9078 0 0

Estimated Debt Authorized, But Not Incurred on July 1 $0 $0 $0 $0

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NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING zoom.us/j/88458576466.

Meeting ID: 884 5857 6466 Password: 016909. Call in 1-669-9009128 – same ID & Passcode as above. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget.

This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may call in to the meeting and discuss

the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 13, 2020 at the Port Office, 100 E Street, Columbia City, Oregon, between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 p.m. The budget document will also be available on our website (on or after May 13, 2020) at www.portofcolumbiacounty. org.

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NOTICE OF WORKSHOP NOTICE OF DISTRICT The CC Fair Board is holding a workshop on Thursday, May 14, 2020 that will take place at the fair office at 6:30 p.m. at 58892 Saulser Rd., St. Helens, OR. The public is invited via phone. A number and access code will be posted to the website by 3 p.m. the day of.

BOARD MEETING The McNulty Water People’s Utility District is scheduled to hold a “District Board meeting” on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Meeting location: 34240 Millard

Planning Commission on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 230 Strand, St. Helens, Oregon, starting at or after 6:30 p.m. on May 13, 2020. THE PLANNING COMMISSION, Jeff VanNatta, Chairman.

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NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

A public meeting of the City of St. Helens Urban Renewal Agency will be held on June 3rd at 6:15 PM online via Zoom Meetings. Meeting links and call-in numbers can be found on the city website. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 as approved by the City of St. Helens Urban Renewal Agency Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtain ed at City Hall at 265 Strand Street between the hours of 8:30 a. m. and 5:00 p. m. or online at www.sthelensoregon.gov. This budget is for an annual budget perio d. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year.

TOTAL OF ALL FUNDS

Telephone: 503-366-8227

Email: mbrown@ci.st-helens.or.us

FINANCIAL SUMMARY - RESOURCES Actual Amount

Adopted Budget

2018-19 51,595 0 51,595 FINANCIAL SUMMARY - REQUIREMENTS BY OBJECT CLASSIFICATION 51,595 0 51,595

Contingencies Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance Total Requirements

Approved Budget

2019-20

Revenue from Division of Tax Fund Balance Available Total Resources

2020-21 55,000 50,000 105,000

1,000 52,000 53,000

55,000 50,000 105,000

53,000 0 53,000

FINANCIAL SUMMARY-REQUIREMENTS AND FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEES (FTE) BY ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT OR PROGRAM * Name of Organizational Unit or Program FTE for that unit or program Urban Renewal 51,595 55,000 FTE 0 50,000 Total Requirements 51,595 55,000 Total FTE 0 50,000

53,000 0 53,000 0

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES and SOURCES OF FINANCING * Revenue came in much less than expected in 2019-2020. Reduced revenue is reflected in the approved 2020-2021 budget.

STATEMENT OF INDEBTEDNESS Estimated Debt Outstanding July 1 $0 $0 $0 0

LONG TERM DEBT General Obligation Bonds Other Bonds Other Borrowings Total

Estimated Debt Authorized, But Not Incurred on July 1 $0 $0 $0 0

CH20-1402 NOTICE OF SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET HEARING • For supplemental budgets proposing a change in any fund's expenditures by more than 10 percent.

A public hearing on a proposed supplemental budget for Columbia County for the current fiscal year will be held at 230 Strand Street, St. Helens, Oregon Room 310 The hearing will take place on May 20, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. via teleconferencing https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/367944893 United States: +1 (646) 749-3112 Access Code: 367-944-893

A copy of the supplemental budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 20, 2020 at 230 Strand Street, St.Helens ,Oregon by appointment only or on website at https://www.columbiacountyor.gov/departments/Finance

SUMMARY OF PROPOSED BUDGET CHANGES

AMOUNTS SHOWN ARE REVISED TOTALS IN THOSE FUNDS BEING MODIFIED FUND: 100-GENERAL FUND Resource 1 Beginning Balance 2 Marijuana Local 3% Tax 3 State MJ Tax County Share Revised Total Fund Resources

Road in Warren, Oregon. The Public is invited to attend and we will follow social distancing guidelines. See more details at http://www.

McNultyWater.com.

The Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon.

Late submissions are not guaranteed to make it into the paper.

Suppl #6 Amount 3,849,293 86,360 225,240 4,160,893

Expenditure - indicate

Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 Non-Dept - Interfund Transfers 2 3

Amount 310,000

Revised Total Fund Requirements

310,000

Explanation of change(s): To move Marijuana Tax funds to Fund 208-Restricted Funds per assignment by the Board of Commissioners.

FUND: 208-RESTRICTED FUNDS Resource 1 Transfer From Gen Fund 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

Suppl #6 Amount 310,000

310,000

Expenditure - indicate

Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 MJ Tax Funds-Materials & Services 2 3

Amount 310,000

Revised Total Fund Requirements

310,000

Explanation of change(s): To move Marijuana Tax funds from Fund 100-General Fund per assignment by the Board of Commissioners.

FUND: 201-PUBLIC WORKS Resource 1 Intergovernmental Service 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

Suppl #8 Amount 200,000

200,000

Expenditure - indicate

Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 Public Works-Capital Improvements 2 3

Amount 200,000

Revised Total Fund Requirements

200,000

Explanation of change(s): To provide services to Fund 301-Bike and Footpath Fund for Gable Road Improvements FUND: 301-BIKE AND FOOTPATH Resource 1 Beginning Balance 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

Suppl #8 Amount 319,563

319,563

Expenditure - indicate

Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 Bike & Footpath-Interfund Transfers 2 3

Amount 200,000

Revised Total Fund Requirements

200,000

Explanation of change(s): To use Fund 201-Public Works services for Gable Road Improvements FUND: 208 RESTRICTED FUNDS Resource 1 Grant Revenue 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

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the use of technology for conducting remote access Planning Commission meetings and the use of the GoTo Meeting application.

SAID PUBLIC HEARING will be held before the Columbia County

The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the supplemental budget with interested persons.

Rate or Amount Imposed

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DEPARTMENT

A public meeting of the Port of Columbia County Budget Committee, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, will be held in the Port of Columbia County Office Boardroom, 100 E Street, Columbia City, Oregon. The meeting will be an electronic Zoom meeting taking place on Wednesday, May 20, 2019 at 8:30 am. https://us02web.

Thursday May 21, 2020 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will be conducting a training work session meeting on May 21, 2020. Topics being discussed will be

by Go To Meeting

by Phone

CH20-1381

In the Matter of the Estate of LAURIE LYNN WALKER, Deceased. Case NO. 20PB02465 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of this estate.

All persons having claims against the estate are required

NOTICE OF HEARING

Contact: Matt Brown - Assistant City Administrator

A public meeting of the City of St. Helens Oregon will be held on June 3rd 2020 at 6:00 pm at online through Zoom Meetings. Meeting links and phone call in numbers can be found on the city website. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 as approved by the City of St. Helens Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at 265 Strand Street St. Helens, Oregon between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or online at www.sthelensoregon.gov. This budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year.

Contact: Matt Brown - Assistant City Administrator

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Suppl #9 Amount 574,226

574,226

Expenditure - indicate

Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 CJC Grants-Materials and Services 2 3

Revised Total Fund Requirements

Amount 574,226

574,226

Explanation of change(s): To receive unanticipated Grants from Criminal Justice Commission (State of Oregon) FUND: 100-GENERAL FUND Resource 1 Grant Revenue 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

Amount 41,253

41,253

Expenditure - indicate Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 EmMgmt-Capital Outlay 2 3 Revised Total Fund Requirements

Suppl #10 Amount 41,253

41,253

Explanation of change(s): To receive an unanticipated Grant from Oregon Emergency Management (Federal through State of Oregon) FUND: 208-Restricted Funds Resource 1 Grant Revenue 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources

Amount 40,000

40,000

Expenditure - indicate Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.

1 EmMgmt-Capital Outlay 2 3 Revised Total Fund Requirements

Suppl #10 Amount 40,000

40,000

Explanation of change(s): To receive an unanticipated Grant from Oregon Emergency Management (Federal through State of Oregon)

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Tribute to frontline workers

Photo courtesy of the City of St. Helens

This photo shows the route of the St. Helens Riverwalk along the Columbia River.

RIVERFRONT

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Development) program.

This submittal shifts the primary focus more on the street connections (First Street to Plymouth and Strand to First Street) and less on the boardwalk along the river.

Funding for the boardwalk is being pursued through other state and local programs. The current infrastructure estimate is approximately $19 million.

gagement and interest in the project to date and funding is the primary barrier to moving forward with construction.

The City’s funding strategy has been attempting to secure infrastructure funding from state and federal sources to leverage local funds and minimize financial impacts to the community. The timeframe for proceeding with Phase 1 construction depends on funding.

King: The Riverfront Framework Plan was founded on extensive community engagement and citizen involvement. The plan goals include ensuring public access and connection to the river, creating transportation connections (both motorized and non-motorized), preserving cultural heritage and providing opportunity for economic development.

The Framework Plan is intended to be flexible while embracing these overarching plan goals. The City is currently exploring a public private partnership proposal for plans to construct an elevator serviced mixed use building, boutique hotel and restaurant.

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The Chronicle: Who will be responsible for raising the needed funding and where will it come from for Phase 1 of the project?

The Chronicle: To be clear, how many acres of riverfront property is the City attempting to have developed, what is the specific location and boundaries of that property and what is the specific current value of that property?

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King: The City of St. Helens is seeking funding from state and federal grant sources and, pending the award decisions, will be evaluating lowto-no interest loans to cover any remaining expenses for the infrastructure costs.

The Chronicle: How many phases would there be with such development and what would the time frame be for the phases?

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The riverfront redeKing: velopment project is large and complex.

Since there are many projects within the overall development, there will likely

be many phases depending upon funding availability and private development interest in the site. The initial efforts have been to secure funding necessary to make roadway connections, expand Columbia

View Park and construct a permanent board walk/river walk trail along the riverfront.

There has been substantial planning, community en-

King: The riverfront redevelopment project encompasses the area from the First and St. Helens Street intersection southward through the mill site to the connection at Plymouth Street. The Riverfront District, in addition to the former Boise Veneer Mill property, includes the existing development along First Street and the historic district. The former mill site is approximately 22 acres with a value to the City of St. Helens community that cannot be overstated. While the current assessed value of the former Veneer Property is $898,710, this does not include the value to St. Helens’ future.

The Chronicle: There have been several ideas discussed about what could be developed at the riverfront. In the City’s public discussions about what should be developed, what has the City heard from residents, property owners and businesses about what they’d like to see and what is the city council’s current vision for the property?

The Chronicle: What are the next steps that City needs to take to get its riverfront development off paper and to become a viable economic driver for our City?

King: The City is actively seeking funding to construct the infrastructure improvements and turn the plan into reality. Funding is the next major step. While grant applications are pending, work towards preparing the site for redevelopment will continue.

Task such as topographical and geotechnical studies, subdividing the mill site parcel into development-ready lots and completing the park/ boardwalk infrastructure design are included in the City Council Strategic Workplan for 2020-2022.

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

Photo courtesy of Oregon Air National Guard

The flyovers are designed as a salute to Oregonians on the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic and lift morale during a time of severe health and economic impacts, according to the Oregon Air National Guard.

The Oregon Air National Guard scheduled multiple F-15 Eagle flyovers over hospitals and other locations throughout Oregon during the month of May. The first flyover occurred on Friday, May 8. The next flyover is set for May 15.

The flyover locations include the Portland metro area, Willamette Valley, North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon.

The flyovers are designed as a salute to Oregonians on the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic and lift morale during a time of severe health and economic impacts, according to the Oregon Air National Guard.

The tribute is scheduled to be conducted by Oregon’s 173rd Fighter Wing, based in Klamath Falls and the 142nd Wing, based in Portland.

“This is a joint effort to demonstrate support and give thanks to healthcare workers, first responders, and other essential workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 response; the goal is to unite all Oregonians during this time,” Oregon Military Department public affairs director Stephen Bomar said. “This effort also demonstrates the full capabilities of our Oregon National Guard Citizen Soldiers and Airmen. Whether on the ground delivering needed Personal Protective Equip-

ment throughout Oregon or in the skies protecting the Pacific Northwest, the Guard is in this together with Oregonians.”

Anyone living in and around these hospitals should see and hear the jets.

People are encouraged to view the flights from the safety of their own homes and practice physical distancing.

“We are honored to pay tribute to everyone who has served on the frontlines during this pandemic,” Commander of the Oregon Air National Guard Brig.

General Donna Prigmore said. “This is a small way of showing our gratitude for the big sacrifices that our healthcare workers, emergency responders, and so many others have made. We thank all of you.”

All flyover plans have been coordinated as a part of OPERATION: AMERICAN RESOLVE to salute those at the forefront of the COVID-19 response and will be done in conjunction with regularly scheduled training.

Pilots must perform a minimum number of flight hours to maintain proficiency.

These flyovers will incur no additional cost to taxpayers and are done in lieu of regularly scheduled training.

The Air Force Salutes flyover plan also includes flyovers from the United

States Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team, which are scheduled to fly over the Pacific Northwest in late May. All passes are approximately 1,500 feet above ground level at approximately 400 mph airspeed. Flights could be canceled or times changed due to inclement weather or operational contingencies.

Anyone who gets video or photos of the F-15s flying overhead is encouraged to post on social media using the hashtags: #AirForceSalutes, #AFFlyover, #FlyoverFriday, #Inthistogether.

About the Pilots Pilots from the 173rd Fighter Wing and the 142nd Wing train for a variety of mission skill sets in order to maintain combat readiness for the defense of the state and nation. Additionally, the 142nd Wing provides around-the-clock Aerospace Control Alert for the defense of the homeland, while the 173rd FW is home to the sole F-15C pilot training facility for the United States Air Force. Both units also respond to state and national emergencies as directed by the Governor of Oregon.

The Oregon Air National Guard has been an integral part of the nation’s air defense since 1941.

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Life in Columbia County If you want to see how river commerce is doing in Columbia County, swing by the Columbia at St. Helens. Dozens of the large container ships and other vessels parade up and down the waterway daily and at night showing that river commerce in Columbia County continues to be strong. Send us your Life in Columbia County photos and we will share them with our readers.

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This large container ship is one of many that continue to sail up and down the Columbia River in St. Helens.

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group to make masks, and let them know about the need for masks.

“When I asked them, I said, ‘would you sew with me to do this and send these out?’ and they said yes. So that’s how it started,” Masog said.

Their mission is to provide Centers for Disease Control (CDC)-approved PPE for people in need, such as healthcare facilities workers. The Mask Makers have a two-page-long list for organizations that have received their masks, and their locations range from locally to as far away as Kuwait.

Organizations that have received their masks include Columbia Community Mental Health, the USS MERCY anchored outside of LA in California, to Battlecreek Memory Care in Salem.

The seamstresses all sew independently in their own homes. Masog does pickups twice a week for those who live locally. She said she requires that each seamstress make at least 25 masks a week, but most of the mask makers go above and beyond that re-

quirement, sometimes making hundreds of masks a week, she said.

“I provide material to all my people,” she said. “I try to provide elastic to them and thread and needles and everything so that they don’t have to get their own stuff.”

As the project continued, Masog secured materials to make the masks through donations from people in the community.

After she picks up the masks, Masog ships them to a specific individual who she knows is connected to a place that needs them.

“When I hear of a need, I usually hear it from a contact.

And it’s crazy how many people in the healthcare profession I’m actually connected to,” she said.

Along the way, Masog has found different opportunities to sponsor various parts of the mask-making and maskshipping.

About a week after starting the group, Masog got a call from Oregon Aero, an aircraft supply store in Scappoose, which offered to be the shipping sponsor for the masks, and they now ship most of the masks nationwide. A week after that, she got a call from Thibaut Design in Los

Photo courtesy of Lisa Masog

Lisa Masog, founder of The Mask Makers, sews a mask to be used as PPE for healthcare workers.

Angeles, which gave the Mask Makers its discontinued prints, at one time giving 20 yards of fabric, another time 48 yards.

Another offer Masog received was when an upholsterer in St. Helens had to close up shop because of COVID-19, but had an industrial cutter and was able to cut all the fabric Masog had accumulated.

“So it was just all kinds of people just coming out and coming together and making it possible,” she said.

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Lynelle Detrick, one of The Mask Makers, sews a mask.

All sorts of different connections have enabled Masog to reach out to people in need.

The reason she has been able to supply the Navajo Nation in Arizona with face masks was because of a friend of Masog’s through her work.

“His wife was online and she saw something, so she forwarded it to me,” she said. “So I called them and we created a connection and a relationship.

Now I’m sending masks down to Arizona.”

In order for the masks to be effective, they must follow

the CDC guidelines, which stipulate that masks must be two layers of 100 percent cotton with no filter in between.

The lack of a filter allows for the masks to be thoroughly sanitized and cleaned in the autoclave sanitizing machines in health care facilities, as well as easily cleaned at home for individual citizens.

The Mask Makers follow those guidelines and also offers two different types of masks: Those with elastic loops that go behind the ears, and those secured by strings that are tied behind the head, the latter of which are more comfortable for healthcare workers who must wear the masks for up to 16 hours at a time.

Masog has heard lots of praise from those she has given the masks to. One was from someone who works at a Marines home base, who gave Masog a thank-you message on Facebook.

“He said, ‘I cannot express enough gratitude to you and your team for your wonderful gift. These masks were immediately put to use and Marines no longer had to use makeshift scarves and masks of their old t-shirts. We truly appreciate your generosity, time and patriotism,” she said.

As far as future plans go,

Masog said her sewing group will go full-time until September. She noted that right now, her orders have shifted so that in addition to healthcare facilities requesting masks, many businesses planning to open back up soon are also requesting masks.

The group’s masks will probably be needed for a good, long while, Masog said, but she does not have an exact end date yet for making the masks.

“I don’t really know,” she said. “I do kind of hope that everything settles down, but if it doesn’t, I know that I do have a lot of dedicated people on the team that will be willing to do it for the long haul.”

If you would like to be apart of The Mask Makers, contact Masog at mnamomma5@gmail.com, or via Facebook messenger at, https://www.facebook.com/ groups/229761691733510, or mail a check to Elks Veteran Bunker P.O. Box 1061. St. Helens, OR 97051.

If you know of someone, an agency or business, or a group, that is making a positive difference in our community and would like to see them featured in Who We Are, email details to jruark@countrymedia.net.

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Elks Teen of the Month: Hannah Barber ST. HELEN HIGH SCHOOL Chronicle Guest Article

St. Helens High School is pleased to announce that Hannah Barber has been selected as the Elks Teen of the Month for May. Hannah is an outstanding student, athlete, and community volunteer. It was also great to find out that Hannah has been involved in the local Elks Club activities. Not only did she receive an award from the Elks, she volunteers for the Elks. When Hannah was told of her being selected, she was “Shocked.” She said that she, “Always held the recognition of the Elks Teen of the Month award in high esteem and it was very exciting to have been selected.”

As a student Hannah is fearless. She has no trouble sharing her thoughts an opinions, even if they are not what everyone else thinks. She also is will-

ing to listen and change her mind if she sees merit in what is being said, an attribute that few high school students possess.

One teacher, Mr. Brayton also said this about Hannah, “Hannah is a true role model for SHHS students.

Not only was she a driven and resilient athlete, she also was an outstanding student.”

Early in the semester, Hannah informed me that she doesn’t bring her phone to class. She keeps it in her car because she knows it will distract her. Hearing that sort of self awareness and initiative from a high school student is rare, and is one of the many examples of Hannah’s determination to succeed. Furthermore, she was recruited by teachers to reach out to off-track underclassmen – a task she willingly accepted.

Hannah helped set those students on the right course with genuine conversations and openness.

Waterway fatalities rising JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

The Columbia River flows past Sr. Helens, Rainier and Clatskanie drawing many for water recreation, but there are dangers on the popular waterway and others across the state.

There have been six boating fatalities on Oregon’s waterways during COVID-19 this spring.

The Oregon Marine Board reports that all of the fatalities have two things in common: not wearing life jackets, and cold water.

The Oregon State Marine Board is urging boaters headed to the water during the first warm weekend of the year - especially people in canoes, kayaks, and on stand-up paddleboards, to dress for the water temperature, not the air temperature. The water is cold.

Oregon Marine Board Boating Safety Program Manager Randy Henry said the spring water fatalities are concerning.

“People are anxious to get out and have fun, but water is serious business,” Henry said. “If you go boating, wear your life jacket, buckle it up, and make sure it’s a snug fit. Always dress appropriately, and if you’re paddling, dress for the water. A dunking this time of year can be deadly.”

Breakdown boating fatalities The Oregon Marine Board reports four of the six victims were not wearing life jackets. Three were recreating in paddlecraft (kayaks and a canoe), two were in motorboats and one was on a paddle board.

All of the victims fell overboard unexpectedly into cold water, which is trending unlike what the Marine Board has seen in past years, according to Henry.

This season, many people new to paddling or people who haven’t paddled in a while are strongly encouraged to take a free, online Paddling Course to learn about self-rescue, how to re-board your paddlecraft, important equipment/ requirements and other safety skills to develop, according to Henry.

“Start out on calm, flat water, and slowly progress to other waterbodies as skills develop,” Henry said.

“There are also paddling clubs in many communities as well as online forums with local safety information.”

The Oregon Marine Board also has received many reports of debris and obstructions this spring, so all paddlers and motorboaters should be especially cautious, keeping a sharp lookout on all waterways and starting out slow.

Visit the Oregon Marine Board’s waterway obstruction page to learn where obstructions have been reported and recommendations on how to avoid them.

Many obstructions cannot be immediately cleared.

The open/closed status of boating access changes frequently. The Oregon Marine Board’s interactive Boat Oregon Map is a resource for finding facility contact information to help boaters with their planning and preparation. Remember to respect any closures, stay local, be self-contained, boat with members of your immediate household, and maintain physical distance for your own safety and for those around you.

For more Paddle Smart boating safety tips from the Marine Board and the U.S. Coast Guard, visit https:// www.oregon.gov/osmb/info/ Documents/News-Releases/ Media%20Kit/PaddleSmart. pdf.

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Hannah was also active in sports and activities while a student at SHHS. In sports, Hannah participated in Cheerleading and Wrestling. In Cheer she was an All-American Nominee and in wrestling she placed 3rd in district this year as well as a top 5 finisher in every tournament she entered.

Not only did she participate in athletics she was also involved in SHINE Club, AVID and Sources of Strength all of which require giving of yourself to others and leadership.

As for community activities, she volunteers at the Elks lodge car shows, food

basket deliveries and other open public activities that they host.

Hannah plans on attending community college next year to earn an Associated in Applied Science.

Hannah thinks her best attribute is her personality.

She feels that she is really outgoing and supportive of others and that helps her make friends and reach out to others in need.

One thing she wanted to add – “I have always loved participating with the Elks community. Everyone is so kind and generous. I am very appreciative of this recognition.”

Hannah Barber

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