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Across the state, the number of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases has risen sharply over the past few weeks as the state slowly reopens county economies and social settings. Oregon Health Authority reported 184 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of Monday, June 15, bringing the state total to 5,820. Columbia County Health Department reported a total of 22 cases on June 15. The county’s COVID-19 case count had been holding steady for several weeks at 10 cases and began to increase as more testing became available and more counties reopened. Columbia County Health officials told The Chronicle in an earlier published article that because of Columbia County’s comparably low rate of COVID-19 cases, there may be public complacency. That is especially concerning, they said, because there is a large number of people, an estimated 70 percent, who regularly move back and forth between Columbia County and Washington and Multnomah counties, two of the areas with the highest numbers of COVID-19 cases. “Our biggest fear is that people feel a false sense of security,” Columbia County Health Officer Joe Skariah said. “The virus does not recognize county or state lines.” The Chronicle asked Columbia County Health Director Michael Paul if there is a significant spike in COVID-19 confirmed and presumptive cases in Columbia County, would that mean another step
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As public protests continue in Oregon and across the nation demanding police accountability, and the state works through the COVID-19 pandemic, Oregon Governor Kate Brown is calling legislators back to Salem for a special session.
“We are at a unique moment in America.” ~ Kate Brown, Oregon Governor
decorate their vehicle in any way, such as with flags or stickers, to show support for law enforcement. “The purpose of this event is to show support to the community, our law enforcement officers, and that not every police officer is bad or corrupt or against you in some way and that these riots are unnecessary,” an information sheet from the
Brown said she will convene the special session of the Oregon Legislature at 8 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, to take up proposed legislation to improve police accountability and address the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are at a unique moment in America,” Brown said. “I am calling a special session to take up two urgent issues facing our state: the COVID-19 pandemic and police accountability. Several pandemic-related policies that I have implemented via executive order, including the temporary eviction moratorium and protecting CARES Act payments from garnishment, should be codified in statute. And the public’s call for significant police reform is too urgent to wait until the next regular legislative session. It’s imperative that the Legislature take action on these issues right away.” Brown is convening the special session under her authority pursuant to Article V, section 12, of the Oregon Constitution. “I expect to call a second special
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This county resident stationed himself at the corner of Gable Road and Highway 30 to show his support to those taking part in the Backin’ the Blue procession that traveled from Scappoose to Rainier and back to St. Helens. See more photos with this story at thechronicleonline.com.
Locals show support CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net
In light of recent movements to defund law enforcement because of violence against black Americans, the Columbia County Rednecks hosted a car cruise to show support for law enforcement. The rally and vehicle procession began at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13. Participants traveled along Highway 30 from Scappoose
High School, through St. Helens to Rainier and then circled back to the parking lot of St. Helens High School for a car show. Approximately 100 vehicles took part, according to Columbia County Rednecks president and event organizer Cameron Sisco, who said representatives from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Troopers also came to the event. Attendees were encouraged to
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High School leadership students honored STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
St. Helens High School is one of 25 middle and high schools receiving recognition as a high achieving leadership program. The Oregon Association of Student Councils (OASC) sponsors the award, which sets high standards for councils and recognizes their accomplishment when standards are met. Councils begin by setting goals in the fall and work hard all year to achieve them. In order to receive the award, councils must be involved in community service, activities that promote school spirit and pride, sportsmanship, unity, recognition, and involvement in leadership training, according to an OASC release. “Student leaders have the opportunity to make a tremendous impact on the culture and climate of their school and the academic success of their student body by the activities they sponsor,” OASC Executive Director Sara Nilles said.
“There are many great leadership programs around the state, and our goal is to become one ourselves,” St. Helens High School Activities and Leadership Director Noelle Freshner said. “We set a goal this fall to at least apply in the spring, and see where we needed to make changes or add for the future to potentially reach Gold.” The application required attending and facilitating many events and activities during the year, from the schools typical assemblies and dances, to conferences, and community outreach, according to Freshner, who said it had been her personal goal to try to reach Gold within her first five years in her position at the high school. “This June wrapped up my second year in this position and we still have a lot of room to grow in the future to become even better,” she said. “We had no idea till we began filling out the application in February that we stood a chance of reaching Gold this year. When we started filling it out we were so excited at the thought that we may have done enough. I am so proud
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of our students for their hard work and dedication to their school’s climate and culture, not only when we were in the building, but since school closed. They really do deserve this award.” The OASC serves middle and high school student councils around the state and is a department within the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators. Nilles said the association usually recognizes its award schools at the OASC Spring Conference in April, however, this year the schools are being honored virtually. The award certificates will be mailed to the schools in August. “We are incredibly proud of our schools and student’s resiliency and efforts to think outside the box during times of COVID while continuing to provide opportunities for their students to connect virtually,” Nilles said. “We look forward to finding a variety of new ways to honor our schools this Fall too.” For a full list of recipients visit http://oasc.org/?page_id=433.
The St. Helens High School Student Leadership Team.
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Preparing for the new school year JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) has issued Ready Schools, Safe Learners as its initial 2020-21 school year guidance following the COVID-19 pandemic and three months of local schools using Distance Learning. The ODE said in a release that blueprint is designed to provide public and private schools flexibility to develop a local blueprint for safely starting school next year. See the full report with this story at thechronicleonline.com. Clatskanie, Rainier and all other school districts across the state were directed to close in March and begin using Distance Learning, a remote electronic education plan between students and teachers with at-home learning. Recognizing that COVID-19 will likely continue to pose a public health risk throughout the school year, and that the prevalence of COVID-19 varies community by community, the blueprint instructs districts to develop a back-to-school plan that utilizes a mix of on-site and distance learning options to protect the safety of students, staff, and families, according to a ODE release. Districts are also to develop communicable disease management plans and contingency plans in the event of COVID-19 outbreaks - including returns to fully distance learning and modified school year calendars as necessary. Returning to school in the fall will not look the same as it did before COVID-19, according to Oregon Gov. Kate
Brown. “What the Oregon Department of Education has established is a process for school districts to listen to the community and develop health and safety plans that make sense for each district, each school, and each student,” Brown said. “Together, we will proceed cautiously, testing each step as we move forward, and taking a step back if necessary to protect the health and safety of our students, families, and education community.”
“We feel it is a big responsibility to do this right.” ~ Scot Stockwell, SHSD Superintendent ODE Director Colt Gill said the model provides statewide guidance that each school district will use independently to plan for the education and safety of students during the 2020-21 school year. “We understand and honor the importance of local voice, leadership and control,” Gill said. “These individual plans will reflect the distinct strengths and needs of each district and community.” “The unfortunate truth is that students from historicallyunderserved communities, particularly Oregon’s Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and other students of color, have been disproportionately impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Brown said. “Every student, regardless of the zip code they live in, deserves access to a high-quality education and the school-based services that will prepare them for
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School districts in Columbia County are now preparing plans for the new school year ahead following state health safety guidelines following the COVID-19 pandemic.
lifelong success. At the same time, we must ensure that Oregon’s students, our educators and support professionals, and our parents and caregivers remain safe.” What Schools Must Do For the 2020-21 school year, each school will work under the direction of the district to develop an Operational Blueprint for Reentry that is
tailored to the local context and informed by local needs. Each Operational Blueprint for Reentry must address eight essential elements including Public Health Protocols, Equity, Instruction, and Family and Community Engagement. Prior to the beginning of the school year, the Operational Blueprint for Reentry must be reviewed by the local school board and made available to the community on the
district website. The blueprints will require that every school, under direction of the district, determine whether they teach all students on-site, teach all students through distance learning or utilize a hybrid model. Local superintendent’s reaction St. Helens School District Superintendent Scot Stockwell
called the ODE’s guidelines a framework provided for schools and the districts to build plans in corporation with local public health departments. “It will certainly change our routines, how is still to be determined,” Stockwell said. “Our challenge is not only keeping our children safe, but our staff which may be more vulnerable than our students. If we have an outbreak, we will quickly run out of substitutes to keep our schools open, to teach and to transport them to and from school. In addition, we are concerned with keeping family members of our students that may be in the high risk categories safe. We feel it is a big responsibility to do this right.” Clatskanie School District Superintendent Cathy Hurowitz said her school team administrators are also preparing for the new school year and reviewing the specific ODE guidelines. “We are also gearing up to keep our building sanitized, implementing social distancing, and planning protocols for the health and safety for staff and students,” Hurowitz said. “We are also gathering information from our families regarding their preferences in sending students back to school. We are asking about brick and mortar vs. online vs. hybrid models.” The Chronicle is closely following the new school year plans at Columbia County school districts as they are developed. Follow this story at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
Supreme Court OK’s Stay Home Order The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that Governor Kate Brown’s Stay Home order is valid and the state’s coronavirus restrictions should remain in place. This follows Baker Circuit County Jude Matthew Shirtcliff’s ruling on May 18, that Brown’s Stay Home order to slow the spread of COVID-19 was “null and void” because Brown did not have emergency orders approved by the Oregon Legislature beyond the 28 day limit. The lawsuit which triggered the lower court action had been brought by churches Courtesy photo who said the social-distancThe Oregon Supreme Court determined that the circuit court judge had ing directives were unconstierred when he granted the requested preliminary injunction against the tutional. Stay Home order. The Oregon Supreme Court included this statement ecutive orders were subject to issuance of a peremptory writ in its ruling issued June 12. the statutory time limit set out of mandamus to that effect.” “The Court determined in ORS 433.411(5). In light that the circuit court had erred of that error, the Court conRead the full Oregon Suwhen it granted theCuts:Layout requested cluded that the preliminary preme 1Court ruling with this 11-16-11 3x2D 1 6/22/12 3:28 PM Page preliminary injunction on the injunction must be vacated, story at thechronicleonline. theory that the Governor’s ex-Cuts:Layout and it ordered immediate com. 11-16-11 3x2D 1 6/22/12the 3:28 PM Page 1
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Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) purchased in bulk will be available for small businesses to order and pick up starting Friday, June 19 at the Columbia County Fairgrounds. The program is a collaborative project between the Columbia County Board of Commissioners and Columbia County Economic Team (CCET). According to CCET interim executive director Paul Vogel, CCET had been approached by the county commissioners to develop a PPE program in response to small business owner challenges obtaining PPE in order to operate safely. CCET is a a member of the county’s Emergency Management Economic Recovery working group. The availability of PPE is imperative for implementing good protective measures in order to reduce COVID risk since Columbia County was allowed to re-open under Oregon’s Phase 1 and 2 guidelines, Vogel said. “Our county has been fortunate to maintain a very low COVID-19 case impact rate relative to other counties,” Vogel said. “Especially with re-opening, businesses and the public need to keep doing what we’re doing: being safe and careful, controlling what we can – and that means using masks, gloves, good practices and following state public health guidelines.” CCET will be stocking only basic supplies, such as face masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and gowns intended for the personal services sector. Medical grade supplies are being made available by
Columbia County Emergency Management throughout the COVID outbreak and that continues. As the small business PPE program operates for the foreseeable future, needs may change to different or additional items, which CCET will consider. Disposable masks may also be available for customer use at a future date. PPE will be available for pick-up at the Columbia County Fairgrounds, 58892 Saulser Rd. in St. Helens, each Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PPE orders should be placed in advance so that they may to prepared for pick-up, to reduce waiting time and help maintain proper physical distancing. Order forms can be downloaded from CCET’s small business website beginning Wednesday, June 20. Order forms submitted by email will be prepared and available in turn during the Friday pick-up. PPE may be purchased without pre-ordering, but purchasers should expect longer wait-times. Access to the fairgrounds and the PopUp is through Gate 2, 58892 Saulser Road in St. Helens. Purchasers must wear masks and adhere to public health guidelines that are in place, including registering all parties for potential future contact tracing. Businesses should limit their orders to what they need for one to two weeks. All orders must be paid and signed for with a check or cash. In addition, purchasers must sign a commitment not to resell the products, which are being made available at cost. Hosting the PPE Pop-Up
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is one of many new initiatives the Columbia County Fair Board is pursuing to stimulate activity and use of the fairgrounds since county fairs have been cancelled by state directive. “We thank the Columbia County Fair Board for their tremendous cooperation in providing this valuable service to small businesses,” CCET Board of Directors President and President/ CEO of Wauna Credit Union Robert Blumberg said. “We have heard horror stories of price gouging by suppliers and even refusal to ship small orders to individual businesses. This program will stop that, protect our small businesses, and help them and their customers successfully re-open and stay open, helping get our economy and communities moving again. That is CCET’s primary mission right now.” Blumberg said when available county funds can be put to direct use in helping small businesses re-open, recover and stay open. “It’s a win for our communities and our county,” Blumberg said. “The fact that we can purchase some PPE from local businesses, also putting people to work makes this even better. Affordable, smart safety practices enabled by local workers, companies and jobs is a win-win for Columbia County during a very challenging time.” PPE Pickup Columbia County Fairgrounds 58892 Saulser Rd. St. Helens Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Permit draws 1,200 comments CHRISTINE MENGES chronicle2@countrymedia.net
More than 1,200 comments have been submitted to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) urging the agency to deny or make major revisions to Global Partner’s Air Quality permit renewal request. The permit renewal request is for their Columbia Pacific Bio-Refinery facility at Port Westward near Clatskanie. The current permit renewal is for the transloading of ethanol and crude oil. “Transloading” is a term that means the transportation of a commodity from one mode of shipping to another. It is a renewal of a permit that was granted on August 19, 2014. It is different from another air quality permit which was renewed in the fall of 2019, which was for ethanol manufacturing. The DEQ received the statements during the agency’s public comment period which ended on Friday, June 5. Global Partners officials have stated that the intention is for the permit renewal, and that there is no intention of shipping oil through the county. “If we were to resume export of oils, we would communicate in advance with the local community,” Global Partners Communications Officer Catie Kerns told The Chronicle in 2019 when a similar permit renewal was made. However, numerous environmental groups are still raising suspicions about the latest Standard Air Contaminant Discharge Permit
renewal request of an air quality permit for storage and transloading of ethanol and crude oil. The permit had also been modified to include storage and transloading of renewable diesel. The permit allows for shipment of crude oil, although Global Partners has stated it will move to renewable diesel. The comments submitted to DEQ include concerns that Global Partners will use the same equipment for multiple uses – in this instance, Global is applying for approval for ethanol, biodiesel and crude oil to be transloaded between tanks and rail cars. “Technical experts have told me they are not aware of any other situation where a permit has ever been granted for the same equipment for multiple uses,” Neighbors for Clean Air program director Tori Heroux said. “There cannot be ethanol and crude oil in the tank at the same time. If you’ve got it being regulated by two different permits, it doesn’t seem clear to me how you can actually enforce the permit limits.” According to Kerns, the reason for the two permits – one for ethanol manufacturing and one for transloading operations-- lies in DEQ’s qualifications, which changed in 2013. Previously, Kerns said, Global had inherited a permit for both operations when they originally acquired the facility. “DEQ considers these separate operations and, in 2013, required that we obtain a separate permit to regulate the transloading operations,” Kerns said. Another concern outlines if pollution from the tanks
would be accurately measured. “We hired a technical expert to help look at pollution issues with site,” Columbia Riverkeeper Director Dan Serres said. “What we found was that DEQ’s permit falls far short of accurately representing the pollution that will come from the facility.” If the pollution from the facility is significantly more than current estimates, that would mean Global would have to apply for a Title V permit, which has much more stringent requirements than the current permit. Again, representatives from Global denied the accusations. “We have had 183 inspections by regulatory agencies since 2013, and we’ve passed them all,” Kerns stated in an email to The Chronicle. Other comments referred to the recent termination of the agreement between PGE and Global for nine tanks from the Beaver Tank farm, and that it is increasingly unlikely that Global will return to crude oil storage. “DEQ would be operating within its authority, and justifiably so, if it declined to include crude oil in Global’s permit when the company has been so publicly vocal about its intentions to shift its operations to ethanol and renewable diesel,” according to one comment made to the DEQ. A final decision could be issued by DEQ in a few months. Follow this story at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
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The DMV office in St. Helens is located at 500 N Columbia River Highay Suite 400.
DMV works to reduce waiting time STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
Oregon Motor Vehicle Division (DMV) officials said they are working to reduce a large backlog of customer service requests triggered by the pandemic and state’s Stay Home order. On June 2, DMV started accepting requests for inperson appointments at its offices. As of June 11, the DMV officials said they had received a total of 98,361 requests and scheduled 26,325 appointments for Oregonians. By Friday afternoon, June 12, the figure surpassed 100,000 requests. Another 40,000 customers have received at least one phone call attempt by a DMV appointment scheduler. “The number of requests is high after nearly three months of pent-up demand,” DMV Administrator Tom McClellan said on June 12. “Yesterday we processed as many requests as we received for the day, which is a great sign that we’ve ramped up appropriately. We will continue adding offices and appointment slots, and increase our capacity to set appointments in the days ahead.” In the 24 hour period, DMV received 11,678 new
appointment requests through its online form resulting in 30,690 customers awaiting an initial call back. The average wait time is 4-5 days for the initial contact by DMV, and the calls are made in the order that request forms are received. DMV opened 38 offices with priority services accessible by appointment on June 3. The phone number is 503-397-3515. The current open offices are available for appointments for only these services: • Driver license, permit and ID card • Driver knowledge tests • Disabled parking permits • Farm endorsements • VIN inspections Fast Fact The average wait time is 4-5 days for the initial contact by DMV, and the calls are made in the order that request forms are received. The DMV office in St. Helens is located at 500 N Columbia River Highway Suite 400. The DMV St. Helens office can be reached at 503-397-3515. Many services, such as vehicle titles and registration, are only available via mail or at www. OregonDMV.com.
Grace Period A law enforcement grace period on expired licenses and vehicle registration is in effect at least through October 1. The grace period is intended to allow Oregon residents to continue driving while they are waiting for an appointment, or allow some people to choose to not go to DMV while we’re working through the backlog due to COVID-19 restrictions. Law enforcement can verify the status of a driver or vehicle electronically during a traffic stop. More information • Check DMV2U.Oregon.gov to see what DMV services can be done online. • See a short video on how to use the DMV appointment request form here: https:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=szQk5vWbNBw • See how DMV is preparing offices for appointments here: https:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=rDQuAlQ-oxU • See daily updates on DMV appointment setting progress, at https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Pages/ News/factsstats.aspx
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P.E.O. Sisterhood scholarships STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net
The St. Helens BO chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood has awarded $17,760 in scholarships to nine Columbia County women. The Chapter BO Local Scholarship and Ida Loyd Walrod Memorial Scholarships are awarded to graduating high school senior women. Tommi Ota, of Vernonia, has received the Ida Loyd Walrod Memorial Scholarship, which is administered by
Chapter BO. Taryn Verzino, of Warren, and Jada Dickerson, of Scappoose, have received the two chapter local scholarships. The Oregon Marguerite Scholarship and the Oregon Scholarship are administered by the Oregon State Chapter of P.EO. They are scholarships for women already attending Oregon colleges or vocational schools. Sidney Allen, of Columbia City, and Mariya Hawkins and Abigail Marx, both of St. Helens, have received the Oregon Marguerite Scholarships. Krista Rosales, of Scap-
poose, Jodelle Marx, of St. Helens, and Anastasia Browning, of Eugene have received the Oregon Scholarships. P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women, educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College; and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. The local chapter wishes to thank its friends, family and local businesses who support the groups Poinsettia Sale, which makes the scholarships possible.
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session later in the summer to rebalance our state’s budget,” Brown said. “In the meantime, I will continue pressing Congress to support the state and local governments that are reeling from the economic downturn. Unless the federal government takes action, states like Oregon could be forced to make significant cuts to schools, health care, and senior services. “In the meantime, I am finalizing a list of $150 million General Fund savings for this biennium, to be released by the end of this week as part of my efforts to put Oregon’s budget on better footing.” Senate Republican Leader Fred Girod (R-Stayton) issued a statement following Governor Brown’s special session announcement: “I fail to understand why the Governor is calling the legislature in for a special session, an expensive undertaking for taxpayers, in the middle of a pandemic, when it is not intended to address the state budget deficit.” The intent of this special session should be to balance the state budget, which is the fundamental job of the legis-
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lature, and provide relief to Oregonians suffering from the ongoing COVID-19 economic disaster. Instead, the Governor is prioritizing policy bills.” “Marion County is still in Phase 1, and by Governor Brown’s own rules, gatherings of more than 25 people are not permitted. The legislature alone, without support staff, is comprised of 90 people. Why not address the budget, the legislature’s first priority, instead of opening the door to costly follow-up sessions?” “The Oregon Supreme
Court recently upheld the Governor’s executive orders during the pandemic, giving her unrestricted power and the ability to make almost any of the policy bills slated for the special session into law without the legislature. The legislature is needed to balance the budget, and failing to make that the priority is disastrous for the state and Oregonians.” Follow this developing story at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
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Applying the 4 Rs PAUL VOGEL Chronicle Guest Column
Whether the COVID-19 pandemic and economic upheaval are a once-in-ageneration occurrence, or the sign of similar things to come remains to be seen. But the impacts throughout Columbia County mirror those around the globe. Many like to say “We’re all in this together…” which may be the case at some level. The truth is, “We’re all in this together differently…” may be more accurate, and “different” takes on a lot of meanings, especially in semi- to rural Oregon, which includes Columbia County and its communities. The impacts of Stay at Home and the phased re-opening have hit us hard here, but we also are fortunate in many respects. We are close to a large metropolitan area but our public health and confirmed cases have been fractional compared to our urban neighbors. That means we were among the first counties to begin phased reopening, and so far, so good. The 4 Rs What will enable us to successfully re-open and stay open may all hinge on four Rs: Re-opening, Recovery, Resilience and Respect. Re-opening is allowed and encouraged, and many eligible businesses and organizations have done just that – under physical distancing and health and safety guidelines. Yet other businesses are reluctant to re-open out of caution for employee and customer safety, and recognition that a second coronavirus spike or wave and re-closing could be economically catastrophic. We should respect their decisions, even while we work together to sustain local business and community Recovery and Resilience – with an abundance of caution. Recovery necessitates change – in nearly every way we’re used to doing business. From restaurants to recreation, salons to saloons, manufacturing to mowing – we may never do business the same. At the very least, we need to adapt in order to be
Resilient for the foreseeable future. There is no “new normal,” there’s only an “evolving normal” for which there is no roadmap, no playbook, no proven method except persistence, Resilience and adaptation. We’re seeing that play out in innovative ways all across our county, from the north to the south. Chambers of Commerce have gone all-volunteer and online to stay connected and Keep It Local for small business. High school students began 3D printing face shields; an entire sector – the INSEAM Consortium of sewers and makers throughout the county has pivoted to make masks and other protective gear by hand or by the truckload. A local theatre provides a drive-by rather than drive-in experience. Collaborations have taken on new looks, new focus, or morphed into yet new collaborations altogether. Our leaders and small businesses have influenced state policies and guidelines by advocating local interests. Local governments are working together to ensure federal and state money comes to local project investments. Community leaders are teamed with Emergency Management to help shape what Recovery will look like. Public agencies are adapting and helping with direct, impactful changes. The Port of Columbia County will collect zero taxes for the next fiscal year, keeping money in taxpayer pockets. Cities are changing ordinances, turning sidewalks and streets into dining and business space. We’ve collaborated with the County Commission to stand up a small business grant fund and PPE program to provide money for businesses to operate -- and affordable gear to operate safely – and stay open. Portland’s backyard As a wonderful region blessed with foothills, mountains, streams and trails nestled against the beautiful Columbia River, our county will take on more importance as Portland’s backyard, where people can come to recharge and play. But how we manage that, and our-
selves, will be important too, in order to protect our own communities, generate outside economic infusion, and also maintain good public health and safety practices – and Respect for those who practice them -- in order to keep our children and families, friends and neighbors, our businesses and organizations safe. And open. CCET, or Columbia County Economic Team, is fortunate to be comprised of local governments and private businesses that drive countywide collaboration to retain and grow our businesses, and also recruit new companies that will feed a balanced economy. By necessity, CCET is right at ground-level during this pandemic: focusing on small business with our daily news and resource posts, smallbizhub website, collaborations throughout the county, accessing grant, material and loan funds, and more. With our regional and state partners, we’re actively recruiting businesses that even now are looking to use this historic disruption to make even more change by expanding or relocating, positioning their company for the new and forever-altered future in a new place that we’re fortunate to already call home. What’s next We have quality, highly livable communities and ample opportunities to grow and flourish. And though we have been fortunate to experience lesser public health impacts from COVID, it’s not easy; it’s really hard. It’s not over by a long way and things will likely never be the same. But we have begun to Re-open, Recover, benefit from our natural and self-made Resilience, and to Respect that the collective effort it takes to evolve for the future is based upon the qualities we already have right here. Paul Vogel is the CCET Interim Executive Director. CCET can be reached at info@columbiacountyoregon.com, on www.smallbizhub@columbiacountyoregon.com, or on Facebook.
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When you have a situation, with immeasurable tension, involving multiple groups and many different walks of life, coming together for ANY reason there is bound to be a little tension. Especially when it comes to racial matters, and the inequalities of today being addressed. On Wednesday the 3rd St. Helen’s came together, in many different ways, for the BLM march. We had true and honest marchers, wishing for their voices to be heard, we had local kids, rabble rousers, and others, well-meaning and supportive and also people with microphones who were not associated with the group. There were children of our community, fathers, business owners, and Patriots. On top of this and preceding the event was the threat of an Antifa presence. Whether true or not, this is not something to be taken lightly considering the violence that has followed this
group in the past. There are many patriotic men in St Helens. Some had friends and family members in the march, some had friends who own businesses downtown. All of them stand for freedom. They stand for all freedoms, including the right to freedom of speech. Their presence downtown was intended to ensure that right could be carried out without threats of outside violence infringing upon it. The Patriots and fathers of this town worked tirelessly for two nights straight, with the permission of the law enforcement, to ensure extra safety for this march. Some of them were spit upon, some were sneered at, and yelled at. Receiving remarks such as, “redneck lives don’t matter”. I understand that the presence of guns can make people nervous, but every precaution was taken, including speaking with the organizer of the march, to ensure safety and good will. Unfortunately, with so little warning, and given the stressful situation with so many
people, including out of town visitors, it is difficult to spread the word quickly. Not every variable can be controlled, you can’t force everyone to see eye to eye. But our core group of men in this county had only one intention, and that was to ensure everyone’s safety by making sure that everyone’s voice was heard, on those courthouse steps. Please remember that, while asking for recognition of wrongs, asking for equality, and providing a voice for a man, whose voice is now silenced forever, the men of this county also want to hold onto their freedoms and loved ones, and many of their friends and loved ones were gathered in front of that courthouse in solidarity and support. We need to also remember, that in a world where you can literally, pick your gender, watch feminism marching at forefront in all our lives, and where people are allowed to be anything they desire, that we also need to remember to let men be men.
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Fire Operations Agreement Are we the citizens in CRF&Rs facing our own “Brexit?” I have attempted to find information on future operations after July 1, 2020, when the agreement with Scappoose RFPD is terminated.
I was told at the office of Columbia River Fire & Rescue that I should contact Scappoose for answers to my questions. I am a citizen of St. Helens and do not appreciate having to contact another service district to respond to questions concerning my fire department. I did however uncover the following by other means. 1. Effective July 1 CRF&R will not have a Fire Chief. 2. It would appear that no Fire Marshal, Fire Prevention, Education, Inspection or Arson office will be staffed. The duty crews have not been informed of future plans, but have, in fact, stated they will gladly work with a temporary Chief from the ranks until a permanent Chief is appointed or hired. I’m sure all employees of this district will continue to do all that is required of them during this transitional period. Hopefully, more citizens included in the 200 square miles of CRF&R will attend the next Board of Directors meeting scheduled for July 14. Chuck Custer St. Helens
Numb feeling Where is the numb feeling in shooting each other on our streets? Look at Hong Kong? John Werderber Warren
Meat Products Business If you own a residence on Howard Drive or Orchard Street or Korsmo Street in Clatskanie, you may not be aware that a permit has
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been approved by Columbia County for a commercial business to cure and smoke meat products on a property at the west end of Howard Drive. The allowances in the permit are generous to the applicant. Type I: up to 20 customer vehicle trips to the business property per week (Howard Drive residents: let that sink in and be ready to monitor); he can be an absentee business owner (will he vote for local bond measures); he can enlarge his business (Type II) for more vehicular traffic later. Columbia County has a history of failing to monitor these home businesses. You will do the monitoring; just don’t expect results. An appeal was filed because the permit omits enforceable plans on how smoke, odors, and effluent will be handled to prevent pollution of the air, soil, natural springs, creeks, and a neighbor’s well water. A conditional use permit (CUP) is permanent until the recipient sells the property. Based on the petitioners’ past experiences, the county lacks the resources and the will to enforce the CUP. The Planning Commission hearing on CUP 20-03 will begin at 6:30 p.m. on July 20, 2020. Interested persons should call 503-397-1501 for written instructions on how to participate, including accommodations for people without computers, tablets, or smartphones. A CUP is a subtle zone change. Someone could buy property near your home and apply for a CUP that entices Columbia County, desperate for revenue, to “throw you and your neighbors under the bus.” Sharon Eskola Coates Clatskanie SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year in County: $52 One Year Out of County: $72 $3 senior discount for yearly sub
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As Oregon slowly reopens following the COVID-19 pandemic what might be a pent up demand to be back out and moving around could lead to increasing traffic congestion and vehicle crashes. Following too closely rates number six in the top ten driver errors in Oregon, as of the last complete year of data in 2017. Law enforcement officials say following too closely often leads to rear-end crashes that can cause injuries and even death. According to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) maintaining a safe following distance can prevent everything from fender benders to tragic fatal and serious injury crashes. How do you know what’s safe? The speed at which you drive determines how much time you have to act or react and how long it takes to stop. The higher the speed you are traveling, the less time you have to spot hazards, judge the speed of other traffic, and react to conditions. A safe following distance is defined as 2 to 4 seconds. For speeds greater than 30 mph, a safe following distance should be 4 seconds or more to allow you time to make a decision and take
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action. Always maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you. You will have a better view of the road to watch for problems and more time to react. How to determine if you are following too closely Watch for when the rear of the vehicle ahead passes something like a sign or pole. Count the seconds it takes you to reach the same spot. You are following too closely if you pass the mark before you finish counting at least 2 to 4 seconds, depending on your speed. If so, increase the space between you and the vehicle ahead and count again at another spot to check your new following distance. Repeat until you are no closer than 2 to 4 seconds behind the other vehicle. When stopping behind a vehicle, make sure you can see where the rear tires of the vehicle in front meet the road. After traffic starts to move, return to your safe following distance. You may need more space There are situations, such as those listed below, when you need even more space between your vehicle and the one in front of you. In all of these situations, you should increase your following distance:
• On wet or slippery roads. You need more distance to stop your vehicle. • When the driver behind you wants to pass. Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle for the passing vehicle to complete the pass. • When following bicycles or motorcycles. You need extra room in case the rider loses control or stops suddenly. • When following drivers who cannot see you. The drivers of large vehicles may not be able to see you when you are directly behind them. These vehicles also block your view of the road ahead. • When you have a heavy load or are pulling a trailer. The extra weight increases your stopping distance. • When it is hard for you to see. In bad weather or darkness, increase your following distance to make up for decreased visibility. • When stopped on a hill. The vehicle ahead may roll back when it starts to move. • When you are learning to drive. The extra room provides you time to make critical decisions as you learn. • When approaching or in a work zone. Traffic may slow or stop unexpectedly in these areas.
While Columbia County has joined the state and nation in taking safety steps during the COVID-19 pandemic, another danger is looming. The American Automobile Association (AAA) finds that the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are when the number of crash fatalities involving teen drivers rise. In Oregon, 86 people died in crashes involving teen drivers from 2008 to 2018 during the “100 Deadliest Days.” Nationwide, more than 8,300 people died in these crashes—that’s more than seven people a day each summer, according to the AAA. This year, the combination of schools closed, activities curtailed, summer jobs canceled, and COVID-19 restrictions being lifted could prove deadly as teens take to the road this summer. “The last decade of crash data show shows that teens continue to be over-represented in crashes and summertime marks an increase of fatal crashes for this age group,”AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety executive director Dr. David Yang said. “Our data analysis has found that for every mile driven, new teen drivers ages 16-17 years old are three times more likely to be involved in a deadly crash compared to adults.” Due to their inexperience, teen drivers are at a higher risk of crashes. According to the new AAA Foundation Traffic Safety Culture Index, about 72% of teen drivers aged 16-18 admitted to having engaged in at least one of the following risky behaviors in the past 30 days: • Driving 10 mph over the speed limit on a residential street (47%)
• Driving 15 mph over the speed limit on a freeway (40%) • Texting (35%) • Red-light running (32%) • Aggressive driving (31%) • Drowsy driving (25%) • Driving without a seatbelt (17%) AAA advice for parents • Talk with teens early and often about abstaining from dangerous behavior behind the wheel, such as speeding, impairment and distracted driving. • Teach by example and minimize risky behavior when driving. • Establish a parent-teen driving agreement that sets family rules for teen drivers. • Conduct at least 50 hours of supervised practice driving with their teen. AAA tools for parents and teens • Visit TeenDriving. AAA.com for state-specific information and resources for parents and teens. • Check out the free AAA Coaching Guide for Parents
with behind-the-wheel lesson plans, and some “DOs and DON’Ts” to make the learning experience go as smoothly as possible. • The online AAA StartSmart Online Parent Session ($24.95) is a twohour webinar that offers excellent resources for parents on how to become effective in-car coaches as well as advice on how to manage their teen’s overall driving privileges. It explains the licensing process and the parents’ role in it. “Parents are the key to keeping teens safe behind the wheel,” AAA Oregon/Idaho public affairs director Marie Dodds said. “It’s very important to talk to your teens about the dangers of distracted driving, speeding and impaired driving. Kids may roll their eyes but they really do want to hear your advice. It’s also critical for parents to model good behavior because your teens won’t take you seriously if you don’t follow your own advice.” For more information, contact the AAA at, https:// www.oregon.aaa.com.
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The American Red Cross is testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies, providing donors insight into whether they have been exposed to the coronavirus. The testing began June 15 and will be conducted for a limited time. At the same time, there continues to be an urgent need for blood donations as hospitals resume surgeries and treatments that require blood products. Antibody testing will indicate if the donor’s immune system has produced antibodies to this coronavirus, regardless of whether they developed symptoms. Donations will be tested using samples pulled at the time of donation and sent to a testing laboratory where they will also undergo routine infectious disease testing. A positive antibody test result does not confirm infection or immunity. COVID-19 antibody test results will be available within 7-10 days in the Red Cross Blood Donor App or donor portal at RedCrossBlood.org. The test has been authorized for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. “As an organization dedicated to helping others, the Red Cross is pleased to provide more information about COVID-19 to our
valued donors,” Red Cross Dr. Erin Goodhue said. “If you are feeling healthy and well, please schedule an appointment to not only help saves lives but also learn about your potential exposure to COVID-19.” The Red Cross is not testing donors to diagnose illness, referred to as a diagnostic test. Donation appointments can be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. Thanks to Amazon, all those who come to give June 1-30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email. Blood drive safety precautions To protect the health and safety of Red Cross staff and donors, individuals who do not feel well or who believe they may be ill with COVID-19 should postpone their donation. Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and additional precautions – including temperature checks, social distancing and face coverings for donors and staff – have been implemented to help protect the health of all those in attendance. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at
the drive and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive, in alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention public guidance. Local Blood Drive St. Helens 7 p.m. June 24 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2755 Sykes Road. About blood donation All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
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Obituaries Shirley Jean Parsons
Larry Bruce Parsons
June 20, 1942 ~ May 31, 2020 Shirley was born on June 20, 1942 in St. Helens, Oregon to Ruth and Walter Kallberg. She passed away on May 31, 2020, at the home with her husband of 58 years, Larry Parsons. Shirley met Larry Parsons her freshman year at Scappoose High School, where she was the valedictorian of her graduating class, and earned a full ride scholarship to the University of Oregon. Larry and Shirley married in March of 1962. They recently celebrated 58 years of marriage. Shirley grew up on her family’s property on Berg Road, where Larry and Shirley built their family home in 1976 and remained until her passing. After raising her three sons, Shirley started her employment career working for local attorneys, then moving on to
the city of St. Helens and the Port of St. Helens, where she retired as an operations manager in 2002. Retirement was a time of travel for Larry and Shirley. They visited 49 states and several Canadian Providences in their 5th wheel. Shirley is survived by a sister Beverly Ashenfelter; and many generations of nieces and nephews.
Feb. 6, 1942 ~ June 8, 2020
Larry was born on Feb. 6, 1942 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to Roy and Thelma Parsons. Larry passed away on June 8, 2020 in his home of 46 years, surrounded by his three loving sons. Larry’s early years were spent in Wisconsin and California, and then
moving to Scappoose when he was in the 5th grade. He graduated from Scappoose High School in 1960, where he was a 4-year letterman for baseball. He then earned a business degree from University of Oregon in 1964. Larry had a diverse employment career, starting at US Bank, building residential houses, and in 2001 Larry retired as a residential appraiser. Larry’s greatest joy in life was watching his three sons and seven grandchildren at sporting events. Larry attended every football, basketball, and baseball game of his sons’ high school careers. Larry was known for never being late to a game, sometimes arriving before the team. Larry had a love of
Shirley Cacia Mary Flock Griffin
a huge contribution to the musical community through Music in the Mountains and the Allegro Alliance. Bill and Shirley made beautiful music together for 51 years. Bill passed away in 2004. Shirley moved up to Scappoose, Oregon in 2007 to be close to daughter Carol and family. She sang with the Columbia Chorale of Oregon and attended the Plymouth Presbyterian Church in Saint Helens, Oregon. Bill and Shirley were blessed with four children; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her children, Cacia and Robert Sit of Chicago, Illinois, Arleigh F. Griffin of Grass Valley, California, Karen Griffin and David Steensen of Medford, Oregon and Carol and Billy Moore of Scappoose, Oregon; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Angela and Chris Tagler and daughter Catherine; Anne Griffin; Sarah Griffin Boubacar and Michel Boubacar and sons Adama, Issa and Assane; Jessica and Micah McFadden and children Elise, Vanessa and Miles; Cacia Steensen; Severin Steensen; Vicki and Joshua Peterson and sons Lucas and Cal; and Henry Moore. Shirley is survived by brother Henry Flock of Calgary, Canada and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Shirley was predeceased by husband William P. Griffin and granddaughter Veronica McHale. A celebration of life will be held in the summer of 2021.
Bryan Everett Nix
Jan. 14, 1973 ~ June 8, 2020 It is with a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of our beloved Bryan Everett Nix on June 8, 2020 in Portland, Oregon at the age of 47. Bryan’s passing came peacefully, but unexpected from complications of an infection that took him way too soon in the prime of his life. Bryan’s passion for life could be seen in the things he enjoyed doing such as camping, riding quads at the dunes, hunting, fishing, and most of all his love for cooking. Bryan leaves behind a
host of loving family members and caring friends as well as his twin 11-year-old
sons that now have a guardian angel to look over and protect them. A memorial celebration of life will be held in his honor from noon – 2 p.m. on Sat., June 20, 2020 at his sister’s residence located at 33341 Gilmore Road, Scappoose, Oregon. The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution be given in honor of Bryan’s twin sons for future educational needs. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh.com.
Karen Ratcliffe Karen Ratcliffe from St. Helens passed away May 13, 2020 at the age of 73. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Paul Liddell
Oct. 30, 1939 ~ June 8, 2020 Paul Liddell, born on Oct. 30, 1939, passed away on June 8, 2020. He was a long-time resident of St. Helens, Oregon. There will be a celebration of life held for him at a later date.
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Dec. 7, 1952 ~ June 8, 2020 Dr. Rita Finn Sumner, U.S. Air Force Captain (ret.), Ph.D. in Public Administration and Policy, animal rights activist, and athlete, died at her home in St. Helens, Oregon, on June 8, 2020. She was 67. Rita Sumner was the only child of Francis and Dorothy Sumner and related to the celebrated 19th century civil rights and anti-slavery activist, Senator Charles Sumner of Massachusetts. Rita was raised in the seaside town of Clearwater, Florida. She grew up at its beach, where her father owned a bar and would set aside money for her college education every time he sold a pickled egg. Rita’s mother, who worked for the DMV, encouraged her gifted daughter to satisfy her curiosity and interests. So as a child Rita read medical textbooks for enjoyment and played chess; she swam like a fish, played tennis and softball, bicycled, sailed, took ballet, and tap danced. She was an Explorer Scout, and at the age of thirteen became the youngest licensed scuba diver in the State of Florida. Rita loved animals. Raised a Catholic, she was active in works of service and charity. Rita’s life is embellished with honors. She attended Clearwater Central Catholic High School, going on to graduate from Florida State University in 1974. She then worked for the Pinellas County Health Department as a Sanitarian and Environmental Engineer. In 1980, Rita entered the U.S. Air Force and survived its rigorous training program (as seen in the film Top Gun), for which her love of mental and physical challenge had well prepared her. Attaining the rank of Captain, Rita was a KC-135A Instructor Navigator on numerous conti-
nental and overseas missions. She was awarded the U.S. Air Force Commendation Medal, and in 1983 received the Dyess Air Force Base Award for her outstanding service in public affairs. Following an honorable discharge in 1985, Rita resumed her interest in public health at the Oregon Health and Science University, where she worked from 1987-1998 as an Industrial Hygienist, receiving its Rose Award for outstanding service. Rita received a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Oregon State University, soon followed by a Master’s Degree in Public Health and Safety at Portland State University, concurrently taking coursework toward a doctoral degree. As a graduate student, she contributed to program evaluation activities for a W.K. Kellogg grant on leadership development in nonprofit agencies, diversity, and distance-learning technologies. Under the direction of Dr. Sherril Gelmon, Chair of her doctoral committee, Rita Sumner attained a Ph.D. in Public Administration and Policy in 2007. Dr. Sumner joined the faculty of the Department of Public Administration at Portland State University, where she worked until 2017. Afterwards, she co-authored Women Veterans: Lifting the
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Dan Luttrell passed away on June 3, 2020. He was born in St. Helens on May 6, 1953. He grew up on the family strawberry farm in Yankton and purchased Willemse Glass in the early 90’s. Dan loved farming, a hard day’s work, sharing laughter with friends and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Lisa; children, Danny, Mike and Rachel, Candice and Steve Fuller; grandchildren,
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Veil of Invisibility, published in 2018 by Routledge. Rita’s altruism and athleticism were lifelong. She opposed racism and prejudice of all kinds, and supported human rights, veterans’ rights, women’s rights, and gay rights. Her love of animals led her to become a vegan for the last twenty-five years of her life. She was a serious hiker, exceptional swimmer, avid cyclist, and crack marksman at the shooting range. As a hiker, Rita covered the Oregon leg of the Pacific Crest Trail and the Three Sisters west of Sisters township near Bend. She was passionate about the Florida Trail, in particular the panhandle section extending from Alabama to Georgia. An advocate of trail upkeep, Rita was a member of the Pacific Crest Trail Association, the Florida Trail Association and the Sierra Club. Dr. Rita Sumner is survived by her wife of thirty-three years, Georgiana Gordon and their fur babies, Xena and Girlfriend; cousins James and Sally Finn of Homosassa, Florida; childhood friends Peggy Dowd Plennert and Mary Kay Mattheus; Air Force friends Dale and Karla Thaler and Genia Woodward; Ray Parke; Judie Briner of Portland State University; postgraduate adviser Dr. Anthony Velteri of Oregon State University, and her doctoral committee Chair, Dr. Sherril Gelmon of Portland State University. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rita’s memory can be sent to the Pacific Crest Trail Association (https://www.pcta. org/donate/#donate), to the Columbia Humane Society (http://columbiahumane.com/ support-us/), or to Public Citizen (https://www.citizen.org/). A wake will be held at a future date.
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survived by their son Jeff (Katie) of Sisters, Oregon; grandsons, Hayden and Colby; son Scott of Bend, Oregon; grandsons, Jacob and Justin; granddaughter Anna; son Mark (Christina) of Warren, Oregon; and grandsons, Owen and Ross. Larry and Shirley had a love that started when they were in high school and lasted their lifetime, with over 58 years of marriage. A private interment will be held at Bethany Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of a formal service, an open house will be held to celebrate and remember the lives of Larry and Shirley Parsons from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. on June 20, 2020 at the home of Mark and Christina Parsons, 33925 Slavens Road, Warren, Oregon.
Rita Finn Sumner
April 5, 1932 ~ June 1, 2020
Shirley Flock Griffin passed away, on Mon., June 1, 2020 peacefully in her home surrounded by her family. She was 88 years old. Shirley was born April 5, 1932 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She attended Crescent Heights High School in Calgary and The Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara, California from 1948-50. She studied voice under Joseph Klein in Glendale, California from 1950-52. Shirley received her Associates Degree in Drug and Alcohol Counseling from Clark College in Vancouver, Washington in 1979. While sharing the same music teacher in 1951, Shirley met the love of her life, William Pearson Griffin. They were married on July 25, 1953, in her hometown of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Bill and Shirley shared both a talent and a passion for music. Shirley’s beautiful mezzo soprano voice awed and inspired all those who heard her. They retired to Penn Valley, California in 1985 where they both made
the outdoors. Starting as a young kid Larry would always be outside fishing or duck hunting. Later he enjoyed fishing in Alaska and spent many days on the river salmon fishing. Larry passed on his love of the outdoors to his sons with yearly camping and hunting trips. Cribbage was always a family pastime. Larry and Shirley taught all the grandchildren to play and when the family got together there was always a game going. Larry is survived by his brother Harold Parsons of Somerville, Massachusetts; and his sister Mary Dierks of Meridian, Idaho. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and his older brother Dale. Larry and Shirley were
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back and another shutdown? Paul said the Oregon Health Authority is reviewing several public health indicators to ease restrictions. “The same indicators would be used to pause reopening and/or impose restrictions again,” Paul said. “The indicators we are watching closely include: percent of emergency department visits for COVIDlike illness; trends in the percent positivity of COVID-19 tests; percent increase in incident COVID-19 cases, (there should not be greater than a 5% increase in incident cases over the past 7 days); percent of COVID-19 cases traced to a known source; trends in COVID-19 hospital admissions; percent of COVID-19 cases with follow-up initiated within 24 hours.”
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Columbia County Community Health nurse Heather Bell said everyone should be continuing prevention and social distancing practices to slow the spread of the virus. “Personal hygiene and safety recommendations remain much the same as it has been,” Bell said. “Wash hands frequently, before and after going outside, eating or drinking, as well as the usual before and after using the restroom, changing a diaper, sneezing or coughing. Bell said it is also important to clean and disinfect surfaces that you often touch, such as doorknobs, handles, phones, keyboards, countertops. Stay at least six feet away from people who you do not live with. Wearing a face covering is still recommended when going out in public in proximity to people, and when going to work; many workplaces are now requiring them, according to bell. “Much of the Governor Brown’s reopening plans address businesses and public places, and once those are open, people can then start accessing them,” she said. “In doing so, generally speaking, the smaller the group the better; the more outdoor activities vs indoor activities with others, the better; the more local the area, the better.” Hard Reality “The hard part here is that there is no other way out of the situation,” Skariah said. “The only solution we have are masks, social distancing and good hygiene. These are important both for the citizen’s health and the public.” Skariah said county heath is also optimistic that a cure for COVID-19 can be found. “We pay attention to the news and are excited about the prospect of the vaccine,” he said. “However, there is still going to be a significant amount of time before a vaccine is widely available. At this time, the only thing we know that works to keep people safe is social distancing, masks, and good hygiene.” Governor Brown has called a special session of the Oregon Legislature for June 24 to address the COVID-19 pandemic and police reform. Follow daily COVID-19 developments at thechronicleonline.com and read extended reports in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Public Notices PROTECTING YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW
CH20-1438
CH20-1440
FORM ED-1
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING
A public meeting of the St. Helens School District's Board of Directors will be held on June 24, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at 474 N. 16th Street in St. Helens, Oregon. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 as approved by the St . Helens School District's Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at 474 N. 16 th Street in St. Helens, Oregon between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., or online at www.sthelens.k12.or.us. This budget is for an annual budg et period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year. Telephone: 503.366.7225
Contact: Jessica Seay, Business Manager
TOTAL OF ALL FUNDS Beginning Fund Balance Current Year Property Taxes, other than Local Option Taxes Other Revenue from Local Sources Revenue from Intermediate Sources Revenue from State Sources Revenue from Federal Sources Interfund Transfers All Other Budget Resources Total Resources
Email: jessicapi@sthelens.k12.or.us
FINANCIAL SUMMARY - RESOURCES Actual Amount Last Year 2018-2019 $50,847,899 11,553,962 5,176,845 481,720 24,533,976 2,105,241 460,717 $95,160,360
Adopted Budget This Year 2019-2020 $20,557,158 11,827,736 4,164,267 230,820 20,931,766 2,520,067 482,050 475,000 $61,188,864
FINANCIAL SUMMARY - REQUIREMENTS BY OBJECT CLASSIFICATION Salaries $17,233,592 Other Associated Payroll Costs 8,755,653 Purchased Services 5,560,521 Supplies & Materials 1,756,388 Capital Outlay 31,335,706 Other Objects (except debt service & interfund transfers) 412,157 Debt Service 5,026,484 Interfund Transfers 460,717 Operating Contingency Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance & Reserves 24,619,142 Total Requirements $95,160,360
Approved Budget Next Year 2020-2021 $11,728,507 12,089,951 4,094,179 341,215 21,051,092 2,934,343 450,407 685,000 $53,374,695
$18,434,820 10,027,066 5,894,183 2,579,935 14,139,350 433,515 5,249,658 707,050 200,000 3,523,288 $61,188,864
$19,057,462 10,104,366 5,897,832 2,196,186 7,264,925 687,710 5,515,487 450,407 200,000 2,000,321 $53,374,695 $22,024,629 190.1 13,921,472 84.1 1,397,248 15.3 7,640,130 225,000 5,515,487 450,407 200,000 2,000,321 $53,374,695 289.5
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES and SOURCES OF FINANCING The reduction of total resources and requirements in the 2020-21 fiscal year primarily reflects the continuation of the general obligation bond-financed capital improvement program which voters approved in November 2016. The District may issue bonds related to a second general obligation bond-financed capital improvement program which voters recently approved in May 2020. Proceeds pertaining to that issuance and subsequent uses of these funds will be presented to the District's Board of Directors via the supplemental budget process. The issuance of these bonds is not anticipated to have an effect on property taxes until assessments are levied in 2022.
LONG TERM DEBT General Obligation Bonds - 2017 General Obligation Bonds - 2020 Other Bonds Total
PROPERTY TAX LEVIES Rate or Amount Imposed $5.0297 $2,446,810
Rate or Amount Imposed $5.0297 $2,567,864
STATEMENT OF INDEBTEDNESS Estimated Debt Outstanding on July 1 $46,680,000 None $17,759,046 $64,439,046
Rate or Amount Approved $5.0297 $2,490,825
Estimated Debt Authorized, But Not Incurred on July 1 $2,725,000 $55,000,000 None $57,725,000
CH20-1430
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA In the Matter of the Estate of GLORIA ANNETTE TILLOTSON, Deceased. Case No. 20PB03130 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Albert O. Wutzke has been appointed and has qualified as the personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present them, with
vouchers attached, to Albert O. Wutzke, personal representative, at 2005 Saint Helens Street, St. Helens, Oregon 97051, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court,
CH20-1434
NOTICE OF BOARD WORKSHOP The Columbia County Fair Board Workshop will be held on Thursday, June 25th and will take place at the fair office at 6:30pm, 58892
Saulser Rd St Helens, OR. The public is invited via phone. A number and access code will be posted to the website by 3pm day of.
The Port of Columbia County is seeking quotes for pavement maintenance work for parking lot areas at the Scappoose Bay Marine Park in Warren, OR. Bid packets containing the RFQ and attachments for this
project may be found on the Port’s website, www. portofcolumbiacounty. org; or requested via e-mail at house@ portofcolumbiacounty. org . Submissions must be received by 5:00 PM
on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Bid packets may be submitted via mail, delivered to our Port office, or emailed to house@ portofcolumbiacounty.org. For questions, please call 503- 397-2888.
CH20-1439 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 June 24, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. via teleconferencing by Go To Meeting by Phone
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/367944893 United States: +1 (646) 749-3112 Access Code: 367-944-893
The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the supplemental budget with interested persons. A copy of the supplemental budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after June 24, 2020 at 230 Strand Street,
FINANCIAL SUMMARY - REQUIREMENTS AND FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEES (FTE) BY FUNCTION 1000 Instruction $19,937,878 $22,309,527 FTE 182.8 189.5 2000 Support Services 11,826,256 13,356,289 FTE 77.7 83.5 3000 Enterprise & Community Service 1,129,033 1,305,629 FTE 14.8 15.9 4000 Facility Acquisition & Construction 32,160,850 14,537,124 FTE 5000 Other Uses 5100 Debt Service 5,026,484 5,249,958 5200 Interfund Transfers 460,717 707,050 6000 Contingency 200,000 7000 Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance 24,619,142 3,523,288 Total Requirements $95,160,360 $61,188,864 275.3 288.9 Total FTE
Permanent Rate Levy (Rate Limit $5.0297 per $1,000) Levy For General Obligation Bonds - 2017
REQUEST FOR QUOTES: PORT OF COLUMBIA COUNTY SCAPPOOSE BAY MARINE PARK PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE PROJECT
the personal representative or the attorney for the personal representative, Mark J. Lang, 2005 Saint Helens St, St. Helens, Oregon 97051. Dated and first published: June 10, 2020. /s/ Mark J. Lang, Mark J. Lang, OSB#973116 Attorney for Personal Representative P. O. Box 1611, St. Helens, OR 97051 (503) 410-5238 Published: June 10, 17, and 24, 2020
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 GF-Beginning Balance 2 3 Revised Total Fund Resources
Suppl #6 Amount 3,953,372
3,953,372
Expenditure - indicate
Org. Unit / Prog. & Activity, and Object Class.
1 GF-NonDept - Contract Services 2 3 Revised Total Fund Requirements
Amount 9,080
9,080
Explanation of change(s): To provide Professional Contract Services for Revenue Study
CH20-1411
PUBLIC LIEN SALE U-STORE SELF STORAGE Auction to be held online at Storageauctions.com. Auction will run from 6/9/2020 10:00 am & end on 6/19/2020 10:00 am. Unclaimed storage lockers
to be sold by competitive bidding. 1st location Scappoose 53567 Columbia River Hwy. Brechlin Erin CY48, Cavallo Brittney CY35. 2nd location St.
Helens 445 Port Ave, Suite D, Willaby Elisha G-053. GOODS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION SOLD BY STORAGE LOT. Cash and Credit Cards
CH20-1429
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DEPARTMENT In the Matter of the Estate of MARGARET ALLEN, Deceased. Case No. 20PB03163 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed as co-personal representatives of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate
are required to present their claims, with vouchers attached, within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice to the co-personal representatives 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
proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the co-personal representatives, or the attorney for the co-personal representatives. DATED and first published, June 10, 2020. Kim Allen, CoPersonal Representative and Marcie Allen, CoPersonal Representative.
The Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon. Late submissions are not guaranteed to make it into the paper.
Job gains, but still high unemployment There are new details this week about the overall economic impact of COVID-19 across Oregon. The Oregon Employment Department has released the latest unemployment report showing that, although Oregon experienced job gains due to the limited resumption of economic activity in May, over the past three months of the COVID-19 pandemic job losses have totaled 243,500. “Historically, this loss is unprecedented and currently thousands of Oregonians are still suffering the economic realities of being unem-
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Columbia County Rednecks posted on the Facebook event page for “Backin’ the Blue Highway 30 Cruise” states. This event was much appreciated by first responders across the county,” Columbia County Sheriff Brian Pixley said. “It was heartwarming to see a large group of local citizens come together to support law enforcement.” At the car show in St. Helens, three winners were chosen for five different prizes. The first-place winner, Paul Deshaizer, received a Law Enforcement (Blue Line) flag, an American flag, an award for most supportive
ployed,” Oregon Employment Department Senior Economic Analyst Anna Johnson said. Oregon’s unemployment rate declined to 14.2 percent in May from 14.9 percent, as revised, in April. Meanwhile, the U.S. unemployment rate dropped to 13.3 percent in May from 14.7 percent in April. Oregon’s April unemployment rate is the state’s highest since comparable records began in 1976, according to Johnson. Oregon total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 22,500 jobs in May, follow-
ing a loss of 252,800 jobs in April. In May, employers added back nearly one in 10 jobs that were cut in April. Over-the-month job gains in May were largest in leisure and hospitality (+15,900 jobs); health care and social assistance (+8,400); construction (+5,600); and retail trade (+3,200). These gains were countered by substantial monthly losses in manufacturing (-4,900 jobs) and government (-9,900). During May, statewide and county-specific guidelines for reopening businesses fostered increases
in customer demand within leisure and hospitality. Fullservice restaurants added back 8,500 jobs in May following steep job cuts in the prior two months. The leisure and hospitality industry employed 29,900 in May, which was still down more than half from its year-ago total of 72,700 jobs. Limited-service eating places, which includes fast-food establishments, saw its employment rebound by 5,400 in May to reach a total of 49,600. That was still nearly a third below its yearago headcount of 71,700.
Accommodation, which includes hotels and motels, added 1,600 jobs in May, but is still below half of its employment level of 26,500 reached in May 2019. Additionally, as restrictions were lifted on elective and routine medical procedures, ambulatory health care services responded with a gain of 8,300 jobs. Totaling 86,900 jobs in May, the industry was still 7,300 jobs below its May 2019 total. According to Johnson, on the down side, durable goods manufacturing cut 6,300 jobs in May. Much of these cuts
were concentrated in primary metal manufacturing (-1,300 jobs) and in computer and electronic product manufacturing (-2,500 jobs). The portion of government with a big job change in May was local government education, which dealt with pandemic-induced school closures from kindergarten through universities, resulting in job cuts totaling 8,300.
vehicle of law enforcement and $1,000 in cash, according to Sisco. The second-place winner, Tammie Osborn, received $300 in cash. The third-place winner, Travis Straayer, received $200 in cash. The cash donations were made possible through anonymous donors from community members and businesses, according to Sisco. “[They] really wanted the event to happen,” Sisco said. “I never asked once for anyone to donate and that’s what I found amazing. People wanting to support a good cause because they wanted to, not because they were asked to.” Above all else, Sisco said, the event remained peaceful, a goal Sisco said he wanted to accomplish.
“We want people to see that we are completely peaceful and only wish the best for the law enforcement of America that gives real meaning behind their badge,” Sisco said. Sisco also said the event was important to support law enforcement. “We are aware that some officers do not give great honor to their badge, and we are not here to support those individuals,” Sisco said. “We hope that people will understand that the cops’ lives matter too, because in a world without proper law practicing, it is indeed scary.” According to Sisco, the event was successful. “I feel the event went amazing,” Sisco said. “I had amazing feedback and people already want another one.”
First place winner Paul Deshaizer stands with his certificate in front of his vehicle designated “Most Supportive Vehicle of Law Enforcement” following the Saturday event.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Virtual Art Show replaces in-person event
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“Recursive Forms” by Margaret Trenchard-Smith - photography.
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“Community” by Joan Youngberg - mixed media on wood. JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net
The Columbia Arts Guild Annual Spring Show is usually held each spring, giving folks an up close and personal in-person look at a variety of artwork by local artists. But the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the event. “Watching the world events we knew we would not be able to host our annual spring show as we’ve done on location in the past,” a release fro the Guild states. “We put our heads together and decided to change the format to go entirely virtual for the first time.” Artists in the community responded with 53 entries. The virtual show features pieces in oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, graphite, mixed media, photography, sculpture, mod-
eling in bottles, textile, fine woodworking and something we would normally never have been able to include before – digital art and video. The public is invited to see the virtual show in tow parts online at the art guild’s website, at http://www. columbiaartsguild.com The art guild is asking those who view the show to fill out a brief survey. “The survey includes four questions that will take less than one minute to complete to give us invaluable feedback that will help us improve future shows,” according to the release. Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LVJXF57 to participate in the survey. The Gallery at the Courthouse Guild members show their artwork on a dedicated wall across from the assessors
”Owl” by Michael Brundage - colored pencil.
office rotating their work once a month. Each artist has a bio posted and business cards available on-site. The courthouse is located at 230 Strand St in St Helens. The gallery is open whenever the
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courthouse is open. About The Guild The Columbia Arts Guild is a diverse group ranging from professional and hobby artists
“Wading In” by Laura Blackburn - acrylic on canvas.
to those who simply appreciate art. We sponsor a variety of activities throughout the year including pop-up show opportunities, workshops, seminars and field trips. Classes and field trips are
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temporarily paused. The Columbia Arts Guild may be reached at PO Box 546, Columbia City, OR 97018, or by email at, colartsguild@gmail.com
Reading program in Scappoose
Ditched! Photo courtesy of Columbia River Fire & Rescue
This cow, dubbed ‘Bessie,’ was found by a Good Samaritan stuck in a ditch nearby Admundson Road in Rainier. Firefighters, along with the neighbors who found Bessie, helped to pull her from the water. Bessie didn’t appear to be in good shape after spending a few days in the water in the ditch. She was safely removed from the ditch. Courtesy photo
The Scappoose Library is offering a summer reading program designed to connect families and set youth reading goals.
The Scappoose Public Library has introduced the 2020 Summer Reading Program. From daring stories to inspiring heroes and engaging information, the summer books and stories will offer youth a chance to explore, learn and imagine while staying safe at home. In fitting with this year’s theme, ‘Imagine Your Story,’ families are invited to create a personalized summer reading program for their family. Parents and children will work together to set individual goals and offer rewards best suited for each participant. In addition to rewards offered at home, in August youth will also receive a raffle ticket for each monthly goal they have met. They can enter to win local gift
cards, art packs, a scooter and more. Participants ages 0-18 years can register online (www.scappooselibrary. org), over the phone or in person. Everyone who signs up will earn a free book. This summer the library will host virtual programs and offer a variety of take and make activity kits to keep kids busy and engaged throughout the summer. Keep up to date with the latest information by following the Scappoose Public Library Facebook page or call the library for more information. The Scappoose Public Library is located at 52469 SE 2nd St. in Scappoose. To reach the library, call 503543-7123, or email wandrews@scappooselibrary. org.
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