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Beginning Wednesday, you’ll need to wear a face covering in all indoor public spaces in Oregon, according to a mandate from Governor Kate Brown.

The effort is to slow the sharp increase in the number of COVID-19.

Over the past several days there has been a significant increase in virus cases across the state. On Sunday, June 28, 247 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 were reported by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). The OHA reported Columbia County’s virus count increased from 27 to 30 as of June 29 with no deaths linked to the pandemic. Statewide, the OHA said COVID-19 has claimed 207 lives and the state’s total number of cases is approaching more than 8,656.

Brown called the statewide increase “extremely alarming” and said the state may have to order bars, restaurants and other businesses to shut down again if the rise in cases continues.

“From the beginning of the reopening process, I have said that reopening comes with the risk of seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases beyond our health systems’ capacity to test, trace, and isolate them,” Brown said. “Over the last month, we have seen the disease spread at an alarming rate in both urban and rural counties. The upcoming July 4th holiday weekend is a critical point for Oregon in this pandemic, and we can all make a difference.”

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Job base shows slight gains

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May’s total nonfarm employment numbers show a loss of 1,420 jobs compared with one year before, a decrease of 12.1 percent. Almost every major industry lost jobs over the year, though losses were concentrated in leisure and hospital-

Brown’s face mask guidance applies to businesses and members of the public visiting indoor public spaces. Face covering requirements are already mandated in eight Oregon counties.

Brown said modeling from the Oregon Health Authority shows that if Oregonians don’t take further action to reduce the spread of the disease, the state’s hospitals could be overwhelmed by new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations within weeks.

“The choices every single one of us make in the coming days matter,” Brown said.

The Governor said face coverings that cover your nose and mouth play a critical role in reducing the spread of this disease because droplets from our breath can carry the virus to others without us realizing it.

“If we all wear face coverings, practice six feet of physical distancing in public, wash our hands regularly, and stay home when we are sick, then we can avoid the worstcase scenarios that are now playing out in other states,” Brown said. “I do not want to have to close down businesses again like other states are now doing. If you want your local shops and restaurants to stay open, then wear a face covering when out in public.”

Brown is urging Oregonians to keep your Fourth of July celebrations small and local.

“We saw a lot of new COVID-19 cases following the Memorial Day holiday,” Brown said. “Another spike in cases after the upcoming holiday weekend could put Oregon in a dangerous position.

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“The challenge we face isn’t really a challenge, but finding the right fit for our members and the community we serve.” ~ Eric Smythe, CRFR interim Fire Chief The Chronicle: What are your top priorities as interim Fire Chief?

Smythe: The priorities I have as an interim Fire Chief are also what we have as a district developed through a collaborative process. It is a team that moves this District forward and thanks to the input from career, volunteer, administration, and Fire Board members we have and will continue to plan, develop, and implement as we rise to meet new challenges and opportunities.

We have collaboratively developed a budget and plan to move our District forward beginning July 1, 2020.

The priorities for the immediate future are: • Team building and communication amongst all fire district members • Implementation of the 20/21 budget plan • Fire Chief recruitment process

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A key indicator of the region’s economy shows improvement in the job base.

Columbia County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell slightly from last month’s record high. It was 14.2 percent in May, down from 15.0 percent in April, according to the latest Oregon Employment Department report.

Comparing the numbers The county’s jobless rate was 4.6

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percent the year before. The county’s unemployment rate reached a peak of 14.6 percent during the Great Recession. The statewide unemployment rate was 14.2 percent in May, and the national rate was 13.3 percent.

Seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 20 in May to 10,150 jobs. Seasonally adjusted figures compare expected changes with actual changes.

Job additions A gain of 70 jobs is normal for the month, but the county’s employment rose by 90. The private sector

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The Columbia River Fire & Rescue (CRFR) Board of Directors has selected CRFR Division Chief of Operations Eric Smythe as the agency’s interim Fire Chief.

The board made the appointment during a special meeting Thursday evening, June 25. Following that meeting, Chief Smythe spoke with the Chronicle about his vision and priorities in the new position.

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Cornelius Pass to close July 13 STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

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Commuters in Columbia County who rely on the Cornelius Pass will have to seek alternative routes for ten weeks beginning July 13.

NW Cornelius Pass Road will close to through traffic between Highway 30 and NW Skyline Boulevard in mid-July, with a target date of Monday, July 13, according to new details released by Multnomah County.

Road users will need to use alternate routes for an estimated 10 weeks while contractor Wildish Standard Paving completes safety improvements on the road. The road is scheduled to reopen in late September.

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What will be done This steep, winding and narrow section of NW Cornelius Pass Road has a long history of crashes.

More improvement work, left over from a major $5.6 million renovation project in 2019, is necessary, according to planners with the Multnomah County Transportation Division.

Work this summer will realign the two-lane road to reduce sharp curves at two locations. Last year the contractor completed other safety improvements in the corridor, including all work south of NW Skyline Blvd.

When the road is closed to through traffic, access will be maintained for local residents and emergency services. The contractor will set up a hard road closure just north of NW 8th Ave. where a culvert that carries a creek under the road will be replaced.

No vehicles will be able to pass that point for several months. The second work location is at the sharp S curves north of NW Skyline Blvd., where the road will be realigned. Flaggers will direct traffic through the S curves when one lane is closed.

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Road users will need to use alternate routes for an estimated 10 weeks during the improvement project.

NW Newberry Road and NW Skyline Blvd. to NW Cornelius Pass Road to Washington County. A temporary traffic signal at NW Newberry Road will allow traffic to safely turn left onto Highway 30. This detour is shorter than in 2019, since work south of Skyline is complete.

• Trucks From Highway 30 take I-405 south to Highway 26 west.

users, including cyclists, on alternate routes in the west hills.

These rural roads are narrow, steep and winding with limited sight distance.

• Avoid NW Logie Trail Road, which has a steep section that is too narrow for two vehicles to pass. NW Logie Trail Road will be closed to through traffic while NW Cornelius Pass Road is closed, but will remain open to residents.

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• Road users are encouraged to:

The Oregon Legislature provided funds for the $5.65 million project. The Legislature also directed that the section of NW Cornelius Pass Road between Highway 30 and Highway 26 be transferred to the Oregon Department of Transportation after the project is completed. For information about the transfer, visit: https:// tinyurl.com/CornPassTransfer.

• Cars, Pickup Trucks and Motorcycles

• Allow more time for their trip, due to congestion on detour routes.

• Be alert for other road

For information about this summer’s construction and to sign up for project updates, visit www.multco.us/cornpass.

From Highway 30 take

• Trucks Carrying Hazardous Loads These trucks cannot use the Highway 26 tunnel in Portland. The detour is longer, taking I-5 south to Highway 217 north to Highway 26 west.

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Local small businesses could soon see a share of $250,000 as relief from the COVID-19 pandemic impacts.

Columbia County Economic Team (CCET), Columbia Pacific Economic Development District (Col-Pac) and the Columbia County Board of Commissioners have announced the immediate opening of a grant fund to directly benefit small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Oregon Legislature, in partnership with Governor Kate Brown and Business Oregon, has allocated $150,000 in state funds, and the Columbia County Board of Commissioners has allocated $100,000 –a combined total of $250,000 -- for the purpose of providing direct financial assistance to small businesses and non-profit organizations in Columbia County that have been adversely affected by economic conditions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Information and applications are available for download at smallbizhub. columbiacountyoregon.com All applications are due by midnight, Friday July 3, 2020.

According to the state program providing the matching funds, small businesses and some non-profits are eligible if they are: • In Columbia County • Also registered in Oregon • Current/compliant on taxes • Adversely impacted as a direct result of the COVID-19 crisis.

• 25 or fewer employees as of February 29, 2020.

• 50% or more reduction to sales as a result of the COVID -19 crisis.

• Have not received federal financial funding relief through the CARES Act of 2020 • Federally registered nonprofits “Our county board of commissioners originally seeded this grant fund and we were fortunate to successfully receive matching funds from the

state through a collaborative effort with Col-Pac,” CCET Interim Executive Director Paul Vogel said. “This is critical, flexible money that business owners can put to immediate use in adapting their business, retaining employees, any number of things that will help them navigate, re-open, stay open and begin to recover.”

“We are pleased to work with Business Oregon, the County and CCET to make these funds available to our

small businesses in Columbia County,” Col-Pac executive director Mary McArthur said. We hope that these grants as well as other important services will help our business owners and communities continue to find their footing through this public health and economic crisis.”

Eligible applications will be reviewed for potential funding and notified if a grant award will be made. Grant checks are expected to be available by July 31.

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Safety First: County issues health advisory JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners has issued another COVID-19 safety advisory following the Board’s initial release June 6 when the county moved into Phase 2 of the state’s reopening framework.

The second release, issued Monday, June 29, underscores approved reopening guidelines for Phase 2 for all Columbia County buildings which county employees will be following.

The Board again encourages citizens of Columbia County, and especially visitors to county offices, to continue to follow best practices concerning COVID-19 with us.

“Especially given the recent increases in COVID cases since counties have reopened, even in Columbia County, taking the basic precautions to protect ourselves and others becomes even more vital,” County Human Resources Director Jean Ripa said.

To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, everyone should: • Clean your hands often,

either with soap and water for 20 seconds or a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home if you are sick or have symptoms.

• Put six feet of distance between yourself and other people.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth mask or other face covering when around others.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces regularly.

The CDC now recommends wearing face coverings when in public settings. All County employees will wear masks when moving through public areas and hallways of the Courthouses or when unable to physically distance.

For those who do not have masks, there are dispensers located on the main and 3rd floor.

The Board is also working with State Courts to keep our visitors as safe as possible.

“We are asking people to wear masks,” Presiding Judge Ted Grove said. “Court staff

have masks available for use, both in the courtrooms and at the Trial Court Administrator’s Office. We also have instructions on how to wear masks and hand sanitizer available in every courtroom.”

“Especially given the recent increases in COVID cases since counties have reopened, even in Columbia County, taking the basic precautions to protect ourselves and others becomes even more vital.” ~ Jean Ripa, Columbia County Human Resources Director

the annex, either before or after hearings. If you arrive early to the courthouse, we ask that you remain outside until the time of your hearing and check in with the County’s front office assistant immediately upon entering the building. If the court is not ready for your hearing, county officials ask that you wait outside until

you have received a call or text.

“We encourage folks to take reasonable precaution in protecting themselves and others,” Commissioner Margaret Magruder said. “We expect county employees to wear masks when working closely with customers where physical distancing is not possible. We are provid-

ing masks for the public and encourage them to wear them to protect themselves and our employees.”

If you are seeking court services but have concerns about COVID-19, wearing masks, or ADA accommodations, contact the Court by phone at, 503-397-2327, or by emailing columbia. general@ojd.state.or.us.

Judges may require people to wear masks in the courtrooms. The court spaces have been measured and marked to direct visitors to sit socially distanced, and court staff will help direct visitors to where they can safely sit. Many hearings are being set up to be conducted remotely, so we are encouraging citizens to appear by video or phone.

The County also asks that citizens refrain from congregating in the lobby of

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Oregonians can access assistance by calling 211 or visiting 211info.org.

$70 Million for rental relief, energy assistance Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is distributing $55,000,000 in COVID rental relief funds and $15,000,000 in Energy Assistance to local organizations statewide.

“Rental and energy assistance provides immediate relief to people in crisis,” OHCS Executive Director Margaret Salazar said. “I am very happy we were able to act swiftly to get these additional resources into communities to help our friends and neighbors who are struggling to make ends meet.”

At the June Joint Emergency Board meeting, state lawmakers unanimously allocated $95 million in Coronavirus Relief funds to OHCS for housing stabilization, rent assistance and energy assistance. $55,000,000 is dedicated to emergency

rental assistance. These resources will augment the COVID Rent Relief Program announced by the state in May. Eligible tenants must have had their ability to pay rent impacted by the COVID pandemic and live at or below 80% in Area Media Income (AMI) of the county for which they reside.

“This rent relief will help to ease the financial strain on Oregon families who have been unable to pay rent due to COVID-19, but we have more work to do,” Governor Kate Brown said.

“I will continue to work with legislative leaders, community partners, and Oregon Housing and Community Services to help Oregonians who are struggling financially to stay housed during this pandemic.”

The rental relief funds were distributed to Community Action Agencies

(CAAs) across the state.

The Oregon Legislature also provided $15,000,000 in Energy Assistance to Oregonians financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oregonians concerned about their ability to make upcoming rent payments or concerned about keeping the lights on should contact 211 to find out about assistance options in their area.

CAAs and key partners are taking applications for assistance from residents in their service area. These services are provided free of charge by CAAs. To find out how to access these resources in your area visit 211info.org or call 2-1-1. The full list of Community Action Agencies, funding allocation amounts and service territories with contact information can be found on the map attached to this story.

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Historic Special Session results BRAD WITT Chronicle Guest Column

The Oregon Legislature held an historic Special Session last week, with committee work being held virtually, and floor sessions adhering to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.

We responded to the needs of Oregonians impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, demands for police reforms, and took up other important legislation in the 24 bills passed in the 3-day special session.

Of course, I work on issues and bills that are important to all of Oregon, but as always my sharpest focus is on what matters most for the people and communities of House District 31.

Ending ‘timber wars’ As Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, I was pleased to sponsor and co-carry SB 1602 in the House Chamber.

This legislation, negotiated

by Governor Brown with timber interests and environmental and fish coalitions, signals the potential end of the decades long so-called “timber wars.”

Both sides agree to mediation to work toward a habitat conservation plan, pursue changes to the Oregon Forest Practices laws and regulations that are driven by science with federal assurances, so they will be more durable.

SB 1602 makes changes to notification and reporting of aerial spraying of pesticides, and increases buffer zones around streams, bringing them in line with other western states. I was pleased to see unanimous support in the House on a bill that will end initiative petitions and costly litigation between the two groups, putting them on a path that benefits all Oregonians.

Meat inspections HB 4206 authorizes a state meat inspection program which would increase the ability of small independent family farmers and producers to access certified meat processing plants.

This program will support the Oregon meat producers and consumers in these times when the food supply chain has been tested by the coronavirus pandemic.

My amendment to the bill

bans consideration of horse meat for processing. Scott Beckstead with the Humane Society of the United States testified in favor of HB 4206 pointing out that additional processing facilities actually improve animal welfare by creating shorter and better transfer conditions for animals on their way to processing. This legislation received unanimous support in both chambers of the legislature.

I’ve heard from hundreds of HD 31 citizens who are struggling with the economic impacts of the pandemic.

In addition to helping them on unemployment claims, I voted in favor of these coronavirus bills which will be a lifeline for many.

COVID-19 related legislation HB 4213 extending the grace period for residential and commercial evictions due to nonpayment. The eviction moratorium was set to expire June 30th, but is now extended to September 30, 2020 followed by a six month repayment period where a tenant may not be evicted for failure to repay their back rent, but their ongoing monthly rent must be paid. While I recognize the need to keep people in their homes, this bill was not perfect and I introduced an amendment to help landlords in case of non-payment due to the eviction moratorium.

My amendment would have required the Oregon Stability Council to reimburse the landlord for the non-payment balance, transferring any claims of the non-payment balance to the department, and repaying any amount the landlord receives from the tenant or on the tenant’s behalf. Although the amendment wasn’t adopted, it is a concept that I will continue to support going forward.

SB 1606 affirms the rights of persons with developmental disabilities seeking care at hospitals. This bill provides new protections for disabled patients so their admission is not conditioned on signing an end-of-life agreement before being admitted to the hospital and they will also be able to access personal support persons.

HB 4212 can be described as an omnibus package of COVID-19 related actions, and importantly it included

Cares Act repayment protection, to keep vulnerable Oregonians who receive federal CARES ACT Recovery Rebate payments from having portions of those payments withheld. This means that all relief money can be used to pay for essential needs like housing, food and medical expenses. Payments are protected from any garnishment actions initiated before September 30, 2020.

Police reform Bills relating to police reforms received wide bipartisan support, including HB 4207 which establishes a public statewide online database of suspensions and revocations of police officer certifications. HB 4201 establishes a Joint Committee on Transparent Policing and Use of Force, they will meet over the next few months and be making legislative recommendations for the 2021 legislative session.

By working together to find common ground, lawmakers from both sides of the aisle managed to get a lot of work done in a three-day marathon session. Most of the 24 bills passed during this first 2020 Special Session passed with unanimous support or only a few voting against them. There will be another Special Session this summer, one where we will take up budgetary issues to rebalance the state’s budget due to revenue shortfalls caused by the pandemicrelated economic downturn.

I really appreciate all the outreach from constituents, which always help shape my decision making. I rely on input from people in House District 31 to be able to better meet the needs of my friends and neighbors.

Closed As is the case with many public spaces, the Capitol Building remains closed to the public, but my office staff and I monitor our email and phone daily, and we are working to assist constituents. If you need help or have an issue or concern please feel free to contact my office.

Brad Witt represents Oregon House District 31.

He may be reached by email at Rep.BradWitt@oregonlegislature.gov, or at 503-9861431.

Clarifications and Corrections Clarification In the June 24 edition, The Chronicle stated in the CRFR in transition article that CRFR has been without a fire chief since early May following the resignation of Dennis Hoke. To be clear, the fire agency has been without a permanent fire chief following the retirement of Dennis Hoke. Scappoose Fire District’s Jeff Pricher was appointed at that time as interim fire chief. We are happy to set the record straight.

Correction In the 2020 Columbia County Business Guide an article concerning the Port of Columbia County states that port tenant “Oregon Fusion Farms will grow cannabis to be used for cannabis products…” That statement is not correct. Oregon Fusion Farms is a wholesale hemp processing company that leases a building from the Port on Milton Way in St. Helens for the wholesale storage and preparation for further shipment of harvested hemp plants (not grown on Port property) that are then shipped to different firms for further processing into commercial CBD products. The Port cannot and does not do any business with cannabis companies due to grants and loans provided by the federal government through the FAA. The Chronicle regrets the error and is happy to set the record straight.

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Voices of the Community Dear fellow Co- Re: What Conlumbia County stitutes a Paneighbors and triot? friends Referring to “What ConWith all the division and political rankor going on from BLM to COVID to left wing vs right wing, and all the lies and conspiracies going on: Isn’t it time to stop it, to repent?

It’s time to recognize our own sins personal and corporate. That because of them, we as a nation are in great trouble. “For short of the glory of God.. there go I?” Yes I, me.

As a 27 year veteran of a “foreign” (spiritual) war on the streets of downtown Portland, I’ve seen a lot of carnage done to people... by themselves or other people, even by some who call themselves, “Christian.” It breaks my heart for it breaks God’s too. And I weep.

Somebody wrote we need change. But since we vote, we get the leaders we deserve. But it goes much deeper than that. For 50 years we have sown to the wind and we are now reaping the whirlwind in going our own ways. But it is not too late.

The time is now for us (including God’s people) to repent, to cry out to our Creator, and confess our sins so He can forgive us and heal our land.

It is God’s will that none shall perish (in eternity), but come to repentance.

That is why Jesus went to the cross, to take upon himself our judgement. There is no greater love.

Repent, forgive, reconcile; love your neighbor as yourself.

Shalom, Marty Kennedy St. Helens

stitutes a Patriot?” I take exception to Mr. Eagle’s notion that ANTIFA is a concept and not an organization or group of people.

ANTIFA is defined as a movement consisting of people who’s goal is changing our republic into a socialist anarchy by any means, whether non-violent or violent. True that they are loosely organized but do not doubt that they are well financed with a common goal of disrupting peaceful protest at every chance.

The armed citizens who were in our town were there to ensure people and property were not harmed. They communicated their intentions with the St. Helens PD and cooperated and were lawful in every way. To be concerned about a possible ANTIFA presence is a valid concern as they do have a reputation of causing trouble resulting in injury, death and extensive property damage. Not in St. Helens but in Portland, just 30 miles away. And in Seattle as well.

Fortunately there was no trouble in St. Helens. And I praise the good, armed citizens who were there to protect the peaceful protesters and property. True, they were not needed. But had they been needed and not been there the results could have been devastating.

Doug Walker St. Helens

Call to City Council I’m calling for the City

Council members of St. Helens to make clear where they stand with white supremacists and alt-right hate groups.

Last year after a series of hateful racist acts plagued our community; where a former St. Helens High School coach filed a federal lawsuit against St. Helens School District, alleging years of racially biased encounters, after two or three unidentified males drove by in a pick-up truck and threw a soda can at a 12-year-old while yelling racial slurs, after the incident of a resident hanging black trash bags resembling lynching’s from a tree, and after racial slurs were being yelled at visiting players during our towns local JV and Varsity games, you council members came together and passed an ‘All Lives Matter’ memorandum instead of directly denouncing white supremacy and condemning alt-right hate groups.

Now, we see our Police Department working together with these groups behind the public eye, allowing them to intimidate and terrorize Black Lives Matter supporters indiscriminately.

This is unacceptable. St. Helens needs a resolution that’s dedicated focus is on those that are targeted as a result of their skin color (BIPOC). We need a resolution that speaks to the need for a cultural shift for St. Helens so white supremacists will no longer view the city as their playground, where they’ll intimidate and hurl threats at its residents or political candidates.

You need to pass a resolution specifically denouncing these white supremacist groups and you need to do it now. #BlackLivesMatter

Thomas O’Hanlon St. Helens

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Obituaries Phyllis Elaine Barker

Brian Scott Beveridge

June 22, 1934 ~ June 28, 2020

Feb. 16, 1972 ~ May 24, 2020 Brian Beveridge of Scappoose, Oregon died tragically on May 24, 2020 in Linn County, Oregon at the age of 48. Brian was born Feb. 16, 1972 in Portland, Oregon to Gary and Gail (Ingram) Beveridge.

He grew up in Warren, Oregon and attended school in Scappoose, graduating from Scappoose High School with the class of 1990. On Aug. 27, 2004 he married is high school sweetheart Shayla Kinlock in St. Helens, Oregon. They later had a son, Nic. Brian loved spending

time dirt bike riding with Nic and eventually passed his passion of dirt bikes on to him.

Brian worked many years as a Master Subaru Technician, and had always dreamed of becoming a longshoreman. In 2011 Brian reached his goal and became a Longshore Casual and worked for ILWU Local 8.

Despite having a full-time job Brian was very generous with his time and skills when it came to friends and relationships. He was always there with a helping hand and

never wanted to let anyone down.

Brian is survived by his wife of 16 years Shayla Beveridge; 12-year-old son Nic; and his mother Gail Beveridge.

He was preceded in death by his father Gary and his baby brother Gary Scott Beveridge.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on July 18, 2020 at Warren Community Fellowship in Warren, Oregon. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh.com.

Joyce “Beth” Bethel Johnson March 24, 1924 ~ June 25, 2020

Beth was born March 24, 1924 in Wisconsin to Cecilia and Clayton DuHaime. She was the first of seven children. The family later moved to Chicago, Illinois, where Beth attended Mark Twain School and St. Camillus Catholic Church. She married Edward Johnson in April of 1943. After the war, she and Ed moved together with her family to Colorado and then on to Oregon. Beth and Ed adopted two children, Rose and Marty.

Beth attended St. Frederic Catholic Church and began working at Columbia District Hospital upon its opening and retired from there as a lab

technician. Beth was a wonderful cook and enjoyed collecting cookbooks. She and her husband Ed loved camping and spent many summers

on the Metolius River in their travel trailer. She also loved antiques, growing flowers in her yard and was a talented artist who enjoyed painting and creating ceramics.

Beth was preceded in death by her husband Ed and their son Marty.

She is survived by her daughter Rose; five grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Mon., July 6, 2020 at Columbia Memorial Gardens in Scappoose, Oregon. Please sign our online guestbook at www. columbiafh.com.

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Gerald McQueen of Rainier, Oregon passed away on June 27, 2020 in Rainier at the age of 65.

John Edwards June 23, 1959 ~ May 2, 2020

John Edwards of Clatskanie, Oregon passed away on May 2, 2020 in Clatskanie at the age of 60.

Phyllis Zimbrick passed away peacefully at Avamere on Sunday, June 28, 2020.

She was 86.

Phyllis was born June 22, 1934 in Little Falls, Minnesota.

She moved to Newberg as a child and graduated from Newberg High School. Soon after, she met Donald R. Barker in June and they were married in October. She and Don celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary this past October.

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per Fire Board guidance • Addition of new Fire and EMS apparatus • Increasing staffing to meet the needs of the Fire District • Volunteer Fire and EMS recruitment The Chronicle: What do you see as the immediate challenges facing CRFR and what is your plan to overcome those challenges?

Smythe: Our career and volunteer members respond to our community needs for both emergency and nonemergency incidents on a daily basis. That dedication, professionalism, and courteous response has not changed regardless of who the Fire Chief is.

The immediate priorities as stated above are to ensure continuity of services, replacement of our aging fire equipment, increase staffing, and recruit a Fire Chief in the next 6-12 months.

The challenge we face isn’t really a challenge, but finding the right fit for our members and the community we serve. With the ending of the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA), the only challenge is working to improve our internal morale and communication and we are really excited to see how things improve.

Phyllis is survived by her two daughters, Kathy Hoyt of St. Helens and Julie Barker of Columbia City; brother Ernie Zimbrick of St. Helens; grandchildren, Josh, Molly, Megan, Joe and Mary; great grandchildren, Michael, Landen, Cameron, Kylie, Kinnick, Gabriel and Sonja.

A private service will be held at Bethany Memorial Cemetery in Warren. Please sign our online guestbook at www.columbiafh.com.

The Chronicle: Will you be applying for the position as permanent CRFR Chief?

If so, why? If not, why not?

Smythe: The question of whether or not I will apply for the position is not foremost in my thoughts at this time. Over the course of the next several months I will discuss the potential with my family, their support would be paramount to any decision.

Family support would not be my only decision factor, the support of the line firefighters, volunteers, administrative and Fire Board members would have a great impact as well. A Fire Chief, in order to be successful has to build mutual trust and respect, it is a delicate process.

The Chronicle: How will you lead CRFR in working collaboratively with other area fire districts/departments?

Smythe: We have developed relationships with our community partners in Law Enforcement, public works, and public health. We have very good relations with our County Fire District members in Clatskanie, Scappoose, Vernonia, Mist/ Birkenfeld, and Longview Washington.

Our District has received aid on several fires and auto accidents recently on both ends of our response area. Columbia County Fire Defense Board is made up of the Fire Chiefs from each Fire District. We meet monthly and discuss needs, expectations, and challenges faced by each District.

These meetings include our Columbia County 911, Oregon Department of Forestry, and the Columbia County Emergency Operations Center personnel.

It is a great testament to our resilience here in Columbia County, we all work together to best meet the needs of all the citizens and visitors to our communities.

We can call for aid and

we can give it as necessary, it really is an amazing group to work with.

Interim Chief Smythe’s background

Eric Smythe was hired on January 1, 2014 as the Training/EMS/Safety Chief for Columbia River Fire & Rescue. Due to retirements of Chief officers and the IGA, he became Division Chief of Operations in July 2016 for both Scappoose Fire District and CRFR. Over his tenure at CRFR, Smythe, along with administrative staff, helped to establish an operations committee and re-established safety and EMS committees.

According to information provided by CRFR, Smythe has also assisted with a volunteer officer program to improve recruitment and retention, assisted in increasing the number of engines from four to seven engines and a squirt, which has helped to improve the emergency response capabilities, and he has assisted in helping improve Deer Island, Goble and Fern Hill stations, which has improved insurance rates for two-thirds of the district.

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You will work alongside fellow caregivers to provide high quality patient care.

The CAN (Certified Nursing Assistant) is expected to perform the following duties in caring for residents under the direct supervision of nursing staff. Current open shifts are Days and Evenings.

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Responsibilities: Provide resident care as directed by Care Plan Serve and collect food trays and assist residents requiring help. Take and record vital signs. Maintain a clean and healthy environment. Disinfect equipment.

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Qualifications Current certification as a nursing assistant in Oregon High school graduate or equivalent. Ability to work under pressure and relate to resident, family and long-term care staff.

Ability to work well in teams. No previous experience required, will train the right person.

Columbia City Pellet Mill Millwright- Minimum 5 years experience.

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Eagle Star Rock Products is seeking, full time dump truck delivery driver. Current Class A CDL needed. Overtime Pay and benefit package. Contact us at 503-397-7861.

RainShadow Labs Looking for a reliable & motivated addition to our Production Filling Department in St Helens, Oregon.

The employee will be responsible for filling materials by weight as directed by order ticket. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on their feet, have basic math & computer skills.

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Part Time Nonprofit Director HOPE of Rainier is looking for an enthusiastic person to operate, administer and maintain the emergency food pantry.Please visit our Facebook page for more information. Resumes can be sent to P. O. Box 448; Rainier, OR 97048 EOE Safety Coordinator/ Quality Control Manager Position at a local manufacturing facility. Requires a working knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations. Must interpret, implement, and enforce OSHA standards as they apply to manufacturing operations factory environment. Experience required in all areas of industrial safety program monitoring, training, record keeping, documentation. Wage dependent on experience. Knowledge of Excel, Outlook required. The job will involve some outdoor weather exposure. Resumes may be emailed to dthranumjr@forestenergy.com or dropped off at 2305 Second St, Columbia City, OR St. Helens Dental Care is looking for a Part Time Dental Assistant to join our team.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the City of St. Helens Planning Commission on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at or after 7:00 PM. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Governor’s declared state of emergency (March 8, 2020) and subsequent Executive Order No. 20-16 (April 15, 2020), the public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, located in the City Hall building at 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR, and/ or virtually via a phone-andinternet based application.

In-person access into City Hall for this hearing will be from the plaza side entrance.

Virtual access information to join the hearing will be available on the City’s

Planning Commission website page: https://www. ci.st-helens.or.us/bc-pc. The purpose of this hearing is to consider an application as follows: File No: Conditional Use Permit CUP.4.20, and Variances V.13.20 and V.14.20 Applicant: Russ and Mary Hubbard Request: Conditional Use Permit for a 7-unit multi-dwelling building, which includes one commercial suit. Variance for a reduced front and side yard (setback) and a Variance for increasing dwelling unit density. Location: Vacant property at the NE corner of the N. 12th Street and Columbia Boulevard intersection Map No: 4N1W4AC-305 Testimony from the public in both oral or written form is invited. For

public health reasons, you are strongly encouraged to participate by mail or email (in advance of the hearing), or virtually to attend the hearing. If you plan on attending the hearing in person, please contact the Planning Department so we can prepare accordingly.

Persons attending a meeting in person will be expected to maintain appropriate social distancing (6 feet or more between individuals) and other COVID-19 precautions to the maximum extent possible. It is possible that the amount of people allowed in the Council Chambers will be limited for these purposes.

If there is no request to attend the hearing in person, the hearing will be held virtually only as allowed by

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the Governor’s Executive Order No. 20-16. The hearing will be conducted in accordance with those procedures found in the City Development Code (SHMC Title 17) Chapter 17.24 and any rules of procedure adopted by the City Council.

The Planning Commission is authorized to approve, deny, or approve this application with conditions, based on the following criteria: SHMC 17.100.040 (1) (a)-(f) for the Conditional Use Permit SHMC 17.108.050 (1) (a)(e) for the Variances Failure to raise an issue, including constitutional or other issues relating to any proposed conditions of approval, in this hearing, in person, or by letter, or failure to raise an issue accompanied by

statements or evidence sufficient to afford the approving authority an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal to the applicable appellate jurisdiction (e.g., the Land Use Board of Appeals, LUBA) on that issue, and precludes an action for damages in circuit court. The application file is located at City Hall (265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR) and all documents in the file are available for inspection. A copy of the staff report will be available for review at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing. There is no cost to inspect the file or staff report; copies are available at a reasonable cost. As City Hall is closed during this pandemic,

please contact someone in the Planning Department to make arrangements to review the file. The report for this application will also be available on the City’s website at https://www.ci.sthelens.or.us/public-meetings/ page/public-meetingsminutes. Questions should be directed to the City Planning Department by phone: 503-397-6272, e-mail: jacobg@ci.st-helens.or.us, mail: 265 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR 97051, or in person (by appointment only) at City Hall. Anyone needing special assistance should contact City Hall at least 72 hours in advance to ensure the necessary assistance is available. The Council Chambers are fully accessible.

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NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION SCAPPOOSE BAY MARINE PARK Pursuant to Oregon Revised general obligation bonds in the 16th Street, St. Helens, OR Statutes 305.583 (9) and (10), notice is hereby given that on June 24, 2020, St. Helens School District No. 502, Columbia County, Oregon (the “District”) adopted a resolution (a) classifying the tax levy to be imposed to pay the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the District’s proposed issuance of

aggregate principal amount not to exceed $55,000,000 as not being subject to the limits of section 11 or 11b, Article XI of the Oregon Constitution, and (b) specifying the authorized uses of the proceeds of the general obligation bonds.

Any individual may contact the Business Manager of the District at 474 North

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97051, telephone (503) 3973085, to obtain a copy of the resolution. Judicial review of the classification of the taxes or the specification of authorized uses may be sought within 60 days of the date of the resolution. ST. HELENS SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 502, COLUMBIA COUNTY, OREGON

ADVISORY COMMITTEE VACANCY The Port of Columbia County is seeking to fill a recent vacancy on the Scappoose Bay Marine Park Advisory Committee.

The committee undertakes projects and advises the Port’s staff and the Board of Commissioners

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NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING NOTICE OF BOARD WORKSHOP

The Columbia County Fair Board will be holding a meeting on July 13th at 6 p.m. in the 4H building on the fairgrounds, 58892 Saulser Rd., St. Helens,

OR. This our monthly board meeting, the public is invited via phone. A number and access code will be posted to the website by 3pm day of.

The CC Fair Board workshop will be held on Thursday, July 9th to take place at the fair office at 6:30 pm, 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 pm day of.

on a variety of matters relating to the marina.

The meetings take place every other month at 5:30 p.m., on the first Tuesday of the month, at the Port Office. Interested persons can obtain an application by visiting the

Port’s website at www. portofcolumbiacounty.org or by contacting Miriam House at 503-928-3259 or by e-mail house@ portofcolumbiacounty.org.

The deadline to submit an application is July 27, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.

Public Notice deadline is Fridays by noon.

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

Police reform, COVID-19, budget shortfall JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

Oregon Governor Kate Brown will soon call a special legislative session to address the state’s $1 billion budget shortfall.

House Speaker Tina Kotek said during the review of the shortfall, the state needs to carefully focus priorities.

“With a $1 billion hole to fix, I want to be sure we put early childhood and K-12 education first in line by maintaining our State School Fund and strengthening investments through the Student Success Act for the upcoming year,” Kotek said. “Our children and youth deserve support and stability in these difficult times.”

The shortfall follows the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pandemic, Police Reform, Action The Oregon Legislative Assembly adjourned its first special session of 2020 on Friday, June 26, after approving six bills concerning police accountability and a variety of areas to support public health, individuals, local governments, courts and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brown called on the legislature to respond to the public health threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and to enact police accountability reforms.

“Across the state, tens of thousands of Oregonians have taken to the streets to demand racial justice and police accountability,” Brown said in a statement following the special session. “It will take far more work to set our state on a path toward racial justice, but these are very important steps forward.”

The police reform includes limits by police of the use of choke holds and tear gas.

House Bill 4203: Declares that a peace officer is not justified or reasonable in any circumstance to use physical force that impedes “the normal breathing or circulation of the blood of another person by applying pressure on the throat or neck of the other person” unless it is a circum-

stance in which an officer may use deadly force as provided

by ORS 161.239.

Rules will be adopted prohibiting the training of this force, except as a defensive maneuver.

HB 4205: Requires police and reserve officers to intervene to prevent or stop another officer from engaging in an act they know, or should reasonably know is misconduct.

Misconduct is defined as “unjustified or excessive force that is objectively unreasonable under the circumstances or in violation of the law enforcement agency’s use of force policy; sexual harassment or sexual misconduct; discrimination against a person based on protected class; committing a crime; or violation of the minimum standards for fitness for public safety personnel.”

The bill requires the officer to report the misconduct as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours after the misconduct; failure to report is grounds for discipline.

Department of Public Safety and Training (DPSST) will provide an annual report to the legislature on the rule adopted for implementation.

HB 4207: DPSST to establish a statewide online public database of records for officers whose certification has been revoked or suspended and specifies the information to be provided as well as timeline for posting. The bill brings current grounds for revocation or suspension of certification by DPSST from rules into statute.

Law enforcement agencies are required to request and review applicant’s personnel files from current or prior employing law enforcement agencies and liability protection is provided for requesting and supplying agencies.

Clarification is given that both violation and criminal convictions for marijuana possession are not grounds for mandatory suspension or revocation of certification.

HB 4208: Prohibits law enforcement agencies from using tear gas for crowd control, except for circumstances

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During the Oregon Legislature’s special session, a variety of police accountability measures were approved in response to public uprisings demanding change. The next special session is expected to be called later this summer and will deal with the state’s $1 billion budget shortfall.

that meet the definition of a riot in ORS 166.015. Before using tear gas in the event of a riot, law enforcement must 1) announce their intent to use tear gas; 2) allow sufficient time for individuals to evacuate the area; 3) announce for a second time that they intend to use tear gas.

SB 1604: Under current processes, when an internal investigation finds misconduct of a police officer, the Chief of Police would apply a discipline guide that has been agreed to by the public employer and the collective bargaining unit. In response, the officer has the option to grieve the decision all the way to arbitration.

The arbitrator has the power to either disagree with the finding, agree with the finding and uphold the discipline, or agree with the decision but substitute a different discipline. Under this measure if the arbitrator agrees misconduct occurred they must impose the discipline required by the matrix.

House Bill 4201: Establishes a Joint Committee on Transparent Policing and Use of Force Reform to continue making progress on police reform.

The committee is directed to examine policies to improve transparency in investigations and complaints regarding use

of force by police officers; increase transparency in police protocols and process to build public trust; examine policies that reduce the prevalence of serious physical injury or death caused by use of force, the authorization of use of force under state law, and the disparate impact on communities of color; determine most appropriate policy for independent review of deadly force; and make recommendations to the Judiciary committees by December 31, 2020.

Residential and commercial rent, eviction, foreclosure protections House Bill 4204: Directs lenders to defer both residential and commercial mortgage payments during the pandemic emergency period until September 30, 2020 if a borrower is unable to pay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Deferred payments would be due at the end of the loan, unless the borrower and lenders determine alternate, agreeable terms.

House Bill 4213: Extends the moratorium on both commercial and residential no-cause evictions through September 30, 2020 and creates a six-month repayment grace period after the moratorium ends for tenants to repay their back rent accrued during

the moratorium. During the repayment period, tenants may not be evicted for failure to repay their back rent, but they must keep paying their ongoing monthly rent.

Negative credit reporting for non-payment of rent during the moratorium is prohibited, as is assessing late fees or other penalties for nonpayment during the moratorium period.

COVID-19 Response The omnibus House Bill 4212 covers a variety of areas to support public health, individuals, local governments, courts and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, including emergency shelter siting, remote notary, Enterprise zone deadline extension, individual development account funds for pandemic relief, COVID-19 race and ethnicity data, Safe public meetings, CARES Act payment protection, safe court proceedings and temporary physician assistant authorization. See the full outline with this story at thechronicleonline.com.

Other urgent needs SB 1601: Prevents citations from being issued for expired driver licenses, permits, and vehicle registrations

and further directs courts to dismiss any citation for specified offenses between March 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020. SB 1601 also provides flexibility for transit providers by allowing Oregon’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF) to be used to maintain existing service.

Previously, the STIF was reserved for transit expansion or improvement.

Additionally, SB 1601A merges the Elderly and Disabled Transportation Fund with the STIF and requires the Oregon Transportation Commission to dedicate a portion of the fund to transit for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

HB 4210: Removes authority of courts to impose driving privilege suspensions for failure to pay trafficrelated fines or comply with requirements ordered in lieu of fines.

House Bill 4214: Modifies Oregon’s dependency code to align with the federal Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and requires the Oregon Department of Human Services to provide biennial reports about American Indian and Alaska Native children in the child welfare system.

SB 1603: The Rural Telecommunications Act establishes the Broadband Fund to support projects for planning or developing broadband service infrastructure, and for the administration of the Oregon Broadband Office. Subjects sale of all retail telecommunications services, retail commercial mobile radio services, and retail interconnected voice over Internet protocol services to the universal service fund surcharge to support the Broadband Fund.

HB 4202: Makes technical changes and clarifications to the commercial activity tax that the legislature approved in 2019. These changes include technical clarifications and exempting six small, Oregon dairies.

Follow the Oregon budget shortfall developments at thechroniclonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.

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Local students graduate Oregon Connections Academy has honored nearly 500 seniors with a virtual graduation ceremony.

The Class of 2020 is the largest class in the school’s history and includes several students from Columbia County.

• Hanna Russell, Columbia City • Russell Ridenour, Deer Island • Joseph Hoffman, St. Helens • Nicolas Brown, Scappoose • Theresa Hay, Scappoose • Benjamin Nikander, St. Helens Although the commencement was moved online due to social distancing, the academy administrators said they created a memorable event which included many of the traditional elements of a graduation ceremony.

According to a release from the academy, this year’s graduating class has exciting plans for the future. Many have plans to attend two-orfour-year colleges or universities (45%). Several have plans to enter the workforce directly upon graduation (28%), attend vocational or technical programs (7%) or join the military (3%).

“This graduating Class of 2020 seniors and their families are way-makers; finding success in a challenging time,” Oregon Connections Academy High School Principal Matt Lacy said. “Our teachers and staff have been stalwarts, ensuring high quality education and individualized attention to each student in an uncertain time.”

The graduating class represents a 13% increase from the Class of 2019, and a 19% jump from three years ago.

The academy serves a wide variety of students throughout the state, providing an innovative and flexible learning environment for more than 4,600 pupils, according to the release.

The school officials said the academy is the state’s longest-running tuition-free online public charter school.

Beginning in the 2020-21 school year, Oregon Connections Academy will change its name to Oregon Charter Academy and operate under a different model, unaffiliated with Connections Academy.

For more information visit the school’s website at, www. oregoncharter.org, or call 1-877-691-9921.

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If you know anything about the break-in at Nelsons’ Neighborhood Market and Deli, call Scappoose Police at 503-543-3114.

The St. Helens Arts and Cultural Commission is announcing a summer youth art contest.

Youth in the community from age 0 through 18 are invited to compete. Artwork must be submitted by July 24 to be considered for cash prizes.

Completed artwork must be submitted to Dawn Richardson by email at dawnr@ci.st-helens. or.us. Emails must include the participant’s full name, age, and the best way to contact them.

Youth will participate in different categories according to age, and will be awarded different cash prizes according to that category.

The prizes range as follows: ages 0-5 will be awarded a $50 prize for the best coloring contest image. Participants are instructed to “use their imagination!” The winner of the ages 6-13 category will be awarded a $100 prize. They are instructed to create a piece of artwork that shows their favorite local activity. The winner of the ages 14-18 category will be awarded a $150 prize. They are instructed to create a piece of artwork that represents community.

The Arts and Cultural Commission will select winners at their July 28 meeting. Winners will be notified via email, or whatever method by which the participant chooses to be contacted. The cash prizes are funded through the Commission’s budget.

According to Arts and Cultural Commission Vice Chair Kimberly O’Hanlon, the

competition was created in order to give the youth an outlet during a challenging summer.

“Youth are going through unique challenges due to this year’s unprecedented situations,” O’Hanlon said. “Due to social distancing, many cannot see their friends and have to deal with school and activity cancellations.

Creating art can be an outlet for youth to use their imagination and reduce the negative effects of isolation while we continue to keep our community healthy and safe.”

The Commission has not held any art contests in the recent past, according to O’Hanlon. For this reason, the commissioners do not know how many participants to anticipate.

The different categories were chosen as a way to inspire pride in the community, O’Hanlon said.

“For example, the 6-13 age group has the opportunity to

create artwork that reflects their favorite local activity, like playing in McCormick Park, seeing a movie at The Columbia Theatre, or camping at Sand Island Marine Park,” O’Hanlon said.

The commission will be looking for artwork that tells a story, and a participant can increase their chances of winning if they incorporate a story into their art, according to O’Hanlon.

The winning artwork will be published on the Arts and Cultural Commission web page and announced on the City’s Government Facebook page.

“I believe youth should participate in this contest to feed their creativity, have a way to connect while social distancing, and have an opportunity to win some cash this summer!”

O’Hanlon said.

by medics to a Portland area hospital.

June 16, 2020: at about 1430 hours, an adult was taken into protective custody and transported to a Portland area hospital from the 400 block of S 13th Street in St. Helens.

June 17, 2020: at approximately 1639 hours St Helens Police were dispatched to a vehicle crashing into the side of Wauna Credit Union, 275 South Columbia River Highway.

June 17, 2020: Nicholas

Remington was arrested at Highway 30 and Crown Zellerbach Road in Scappoose for Theft II from Safeway, located at 795 South Columbia River Highway, St. Helens. Remington was also arrested for Possession of a Forged Instrument I and PCS Methamphetamine.

June 18, 2020: at approximately 1454 hours, St. Helens Police investigated a death at the 2500 block of Columbia Boulevard, in St. Helens.

June 19, 2020: at approximately 0927 hours, James

Yarbor was criminally cited for Criminal Mischief II at the 375 S. Columbia River Highway (Skinny’s gas Station) in St. Helens.

June 19, 2020: at approximately 1950 hours, Nicolas Emerson was arrested for DUII. This occurred on N 18th Street near Columbia Boulevard in St. Helens.

June 20, 2020: Travis Dean Alden was arrested for Disorderly Conduct in the second degree on West Street near North 8th Street in St. Helens.

June 20, 2020: at about 1134 hours, St. Helens Police Officers responded to a road struck deer at the 35100 block of Pittsburg Road, St. Helens.

June 20, 2020: at about 1255 hours, Joseph Wilke was arrested on an outstanding misdemeanor warrant at the intersection of Columbia River Highway and Deer Island Road, St. Helens.

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Nelsons’ Neighborhood Market and Deli co-owner Brandon nelson points to the front door of his small business that had been broke out during the crime.

Smash and grab suspects at large Brandon Nelson has repaired the font door to his small business, Nelsons’ Neighborhood Market and Deli at 33666 E. Columbia Avenue in Scappoose.

Nelson said the window was smashed out by two suspects who broke into his store early Wednesday morning, June 24.

“They broke the glass door, grabbed cigar wrappings and a register box with $200 and fled,” he said.

“They weren’t thinking clearly because there was much more in the store that they could have taken.”

Nelson said the store is equipped with a working video security system that captured the suspects images. That video has now been turned over to Scappoose Police. Chief Norman Miller said his officers have been following leads generated by the video clips posted on Facebook by Nelson’s wife, Kymberly. As of press time, no suspects had been identified or arrested in the investigation.

“I was pretty upset when I found out about the breakin,” Nelson said. “But I am glad no one was hurt. It’s

the risk we take in the business that we are in. That’s why we have insurance.”

The Nelsons have owned and operated the market, just down the street from Highway 30, since August 2019.

Nelson said one customer, hearing about the crime, posted a $500 reward notice on Facebook to help catch the suspects.

For more information. visit www.ci.st-helens.or.us/bc-acc, or call 503-397-6272.

Police Reports The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change.

St. Helens Police June 14, 2020: at about 1100 hours, David Roberts was issued

a criminal citation for Driving While Suspended - Misdemeanor at the 700 block of S. Columbia River Highway, St. Helens.

June 15, 2020: at about 1047 hours, Diana Romero was issued a criminal citation for Driving While Suspended Misdemeanor at the 300 block of N. 16th Street, St. Helens.

June 15, 2020: at about 1709 hours, an adult was taken into custody on a Peace Officer’s Hold from Walmart, located at 2295 Gable Road in St. Helens, and transported

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Open debris burn ban

Why a ban is needed It is anticipated that summer weather patterns will dry wildland fuels and increase the risk for fire spread, these weather patterns also bring the risk of lightning and increase fire activity in the area.

The reason for the burn ban is intended to reduce human fire starts by restricting some activities related to forest operations and open burning.

What you need to know Recreational fires will be allowed within the landscaped footprint of a residential yard so long as recreational fire regulations are followed. Recreational fires must be in designated fire pits and can be no larger than three feet in diameter with flames not to exceed two feet in height and should be a minimum of 25 feet from any combustible material.

Only clean, natural wood that is short enough to fit within the fire pit is allowed to be burned. Recreational fires must be attended at all times by a responsible, sober, non-impaired adult with suitable on-site fire extinguishing equipment such as a working garden hose. Burning of garbage or yard debris is not considered recreational burning. Backyard barbecues including charcoal and propane power units are allowed.

Open burning of yard debris will be prohibited as of July 1 until fall rain returns.

Open burning within the city limits of the fire districts

are regulated by those local government entities.

We are encouraging the public to avoid recreational fires on dry, windy days when fires are more likely to escape. Fine fuels such as green grass can easily ignite when the humidity is low and winds are strong.

When drier weather conditions result in a more significant fire hazard, recreational burning may be more tightly regulated or banned completely. Escaped fires of any kind resulting in property damage may result in fines and individual financial responsibility.

Commercial burning such as slash burns regulated by the Oregon Department of Forestry will be closed.

Resources For more information regarding campfires, recreational burning and debris burning please visit the following website depending on which district you are in: • Columbia River Fire & Rescue www.crfr.com and click on “Burn Permits” • Scappoose Fire District www.srfd.us and click on the “Outdoor Burning” link • Clatskanie Fire District http://www.clatskaniefire.org/ burn-permit • Oregon Department of Forestry https://www.oregon. gov/odf/Pages/index.aspx • Mist Birkenfeld Fire District https://www.mistbirkenfeldrfpd.org/outdoorburn-information If you are within the city limits of any city, visit the appropriate website, or contact the fire agencies by phone for additional burning regulations.

With Independence Day fast approaching, Americans everywhere are getting ready to celebrate. What better way to get into the spirit of the holiday than to brush up on your Fourth of July trivia?

1. Why is Independence Day celebrated on the Fourth of July?

A) It’s the day the Continental Congress voted to declare independence B) It’s the day the Declaration of Independence was formally accepted and signed by the delegates C) It’s the day the Revolutionary War ended D) It’s the day Richard Henry Lee introduced the motion for independence 2. The original draft of the Declaration of Independence included a denunciation of England’s involvement in the slave trade. Delegates from two colonies insisted on removing the passage.

Which ones?

A) North Carolina and South Carolina B) Florida and New York C) Georgia and Maryland D) Georgia and South Carolina

3. The Star Spangled Banner was originally a poem by the lawyer Francis Scott Key chronicling which battle of the War of 1812?

A) The Battle of New Orleans B) The Battle of Plattsburgh C) The Siege of FortMcHenry D) The Burning of Washington 4. What year did the Fourth of July become a paid federal holiday?

A) 1870 B) 1908 C) 1983 D) 1941

5. Fireworks have been part of Independence Day Celebrations from the very beginning. They’re so important that, in 1884, irate miners blew up a Post Office because it wasn’t stocked with fireworks. In which city did this happen?

Fourth of July Events Freedom Bells Ring

2 p.m. Freedom Bells Ring at the Columbia County Courthouse Clock Tower, Courthouse Front Steps, Warrior Rock Replica, Columbia River Fire & Rescue, St. Frederic Catholic Church, Methodist Church, Christ Episcopal Church, Plymouth Presbyterian Church and John Gumm Olde School. If you’d like to be a donor, or a character in the celebration, check the SHEDCO and Keep it Local Facebook for details and contact, Judy Thompson at 503-397-6056.

Patriotic Car Contest

A) Swan City, Colorado B) Healdsburg, California C) Bozeman, Montana D) Washington, D.C. Answers: 1-B, 2-D, 3-C, 4-D, 5-A

Columbia County Fire Districts enters an open debris burn ban beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, July 1.

The burn ban affects private, county, state, and local government lands within Columbia County.

2 p.m. - 4 p.m. - Line up in your decorated car at Columbia Theatre in the Old Town District of St. Helens and get popcorn for $5 or ice cream for $4. Stay in your car while the activities entertain you from outside. There will be live music, vocalists and roving characters.

Also, look for a QR code for virtual tours of museums.

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The 4th of July Fireworks Display will be set off behind Spencer Park at dark. The City of Vernonia is encouraging citizens to watch from home or view the show drive-in style if the show is not visible from your residence. If you choose to watch from the Spencer Park grounds please remember to practice social distancing, and vacate the park immediately following show’s end. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

For more information, call Columbia River Fire & Rescue at 503-397-2990.

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Independence Day by the numbers LET THE STAR SPANGLED CELEBRATION BEGIN

2 : The number of delegates who signed the Decla-

ration of Independence and went on to become President. They were John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

27: The number of different versions of the flag in our nation’s history.

13 : The number of stars on the first American flag.

The stars represented the union of the 13 founding colonies, while the 13 red and white stripes represented the colonies themselves. Today, the flag displays 50 stars, one for each state, while the stripes remain unchanged.

Holiday enforcement on waterways scheduled this season to catch impaired boat operators,” Oregon Marine Board Boating Safety Program Manager Randy Henry said. “We also have new tools. The legislature gave us the authority in 2020 to take your boater education card for up to three years, if convicted.”

Many marine officers have completed specialized training to recognize alcohol and drug impairment. This includes prescription drugs, alcohol, inhalants, marijuana, or any other substance that impairs a person’s ability to make sound judgments and to

safely operate a boat.

The effects of drugs and alcohol are also amplified on the water with the combination of sun glare, wind, waves, and other environmental stressors. Alcohol also dehydrates the body making sudden immersion into cold water at an even greater risk for drowning.

Impaired boaters can expect to be arrested or face serious penalties. In Oregon, the consequences of being convicted of BUII include the possibility of jail time, $6,250 in fines, loss of boating privileges and a one to three-

year suspension of the boater education card and potentially being court-mandated to take another boating safety course.

Marine officers can arrest boaters on observed impairment and can legally obtain blood, breath or urine if a boater fails field sobriety testing. Officers have already arrested three people for BUII this year and at least two fatalities appear to have involved alcohol or drugs.

“Overall, recreational boating is safe if boaters wear life jackets, boat sober, and keep a sharp lookout,” Henry said.

Waterways are becoming more crowded with a variety of mixed boating and other activities, according to Henry, so he said it’s important to pay attention to what’s going on around you and to follow the navigation rules of the road.

“If boaters changed two things; wear life jackets and abstain from impairing substances, accidents would be rare,” Henry said. “We’re facing a high number of boating fatalities already this year just from cold water and life jackets not being worn. We really want to keep alcohol

and drugs out of the mix, or we’ll be at record high fatalities for 2020. We want to ensure that boating remains safe and fun.”

Henry said the public is the Marine Board’s ally in safe boating.

“If you see an impaired operator or someone who is operating in a way that threatens others’ safety, call 911 and report it,” Henry said.

“That’s how we can work together to save lives.” For more information about Operation Dry Water, visit www. operationdrywater.org.

According to Brown, Oregonians have all made incredible sacrifices over the last several months that have saved thousands of lives.

“The actions we take now can protect our friends, neighbors, loved ones, and fellow Oregonians from this disease, and prevent the need for another statewide shutdown,” Brown said. “We are truly all in this together.”

Oregon Occupational

Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will take the lead, along with other state and local agencies, in enforcing face covering requirements for all covered Oregon businesses. Enforcement is already underway at several locations, including popular Washington Square Mall in Washington County, where special signage and mall security guards are reminding mall visitors to properly wear face coverings as they enter the mall.

The Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems (OAHHS) president and CEO Becky Hultberg said the as-

sociation stands in support of Brown’s statewide public face covering requirement.

“We know that when we all make the choice to wear a face covering in public, we are doing our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19,” Hultberg said. “With cases on the rise rapidly across the state, it is now more important than ever to take this step to protect our loved ones, our neighbors, and our communities.”

Hultberg added that if Oregon is to coexist alongside the disease, wide adoption of public face coverings is an essential factor in keeping

businesses and public spaces open.

“OAHHS urges all Oregonians to wear a face covering in public, and to help reinforce this critical message by talking to your friends and family about the importance of wearing a face covering in public,” Hultberg said.

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 hard part here is that there is no other way out of the

situation. The only solution we have are masks, social distancing and good hygiene. These are important both for the citizen’s health and the public.”

Columbia County Community Health Nurse Supervisor Heather Bell continues to urge county residents and visitors to remain vigilant.

“It is important to understand that the risk is not behind us,” Bell said.

shutdowns or slowdowns and may no longer be hiring, while other employers are taking advantage of the newly-available workforce to hire new staff.

current job listings just visit the Job Finder tool on our website.

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ens in the summer in our region, especially for service industries, such as fast food restaurants. How has the pandemic impacted that demand?

requiring higher education and previous work experience tend to pay higher wages but also be more difficult to fill.

Statewide, the health care and social assistance sector had the largest number of difficult-to-fill vacancies, while construction reported the largest share of all vacancies as difficult to fill (85%).

Some top occupations by number of difficult-to-fill vacancies – personal care aides, truck drivers, farm workers – have consistently been among the most challenging job openings for employers to fill for years. This could be due to working conditions, wages,

or other reasons.

Within NW Oregon, which includes Benton, Clatsop, Columbia, Lincoln, and Tillamook counties, the jobs that were most difficult to fill according to our 2019 annual survey included, personal care aides, carpenters, cashiers, fast food counter workers, nursing assistants, hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists, automotive and watercraft service assistants, and construction equipment operators.

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The Oregon Marine Board, marine law enforcement from 18 county sheriff’s offices, Oregon State Police, and five Oregon U.S. Coast Guard Stations will be participating in Operation Dry Water during the weekend of July 3-5.

The enforcement is part of a nationally coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to Boating Under the Influence of Intoxicants (BUII).

“We have multiple patrols

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JOBS ity, which was down 550 jobs over the year – a drop of 37.4 percent.

In May, there were 3,312 unemployed and 20,969 employed in Columbia County.

Oregon Employment Department work force analyst Shawna Sykes gives us insight into Columbia County’s job market.

The Chronicle: Usually, the demand for jobs height-

Shawna Sykes: Many of the industries that typically see seasonal increases, like leisure and hospitality that includes lodging, food services, arts, entertainment and recreation businesses and retail trade and local government, including city and county parks and recreation, have seen large drops in employment due to COVID. With the pandemic, many of these sectors have suffered

The Chronicle: For teens seeking summer work in Columbia County, what jobs are open, and what would be the pay range?

Sykes: Teens may still find entry level job openings at fast food restaurants and those offering takeout options, grocery stores, gas stations, and other retail establishments. To check

Local caution 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

The Chronicle: Overall, what are the jobs in our region that employers have struggled to fill?

Sykes: Prior to COVID-19, unemployment was very low or near record lows, and according to our job vacancy survey, a lack of job applicants made it difficult for 57% of employers to fill their job openings. Twothirds of the jobs that were difficult to fill required previous work experience. Jobs

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