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Trooper critically injured following pursuit, crash

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The OSP patrol vehicle, heavily damaged, rests on the side of the road following the crash. See more photos with this story at thechronicleonline.com. JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

Oregon State Police (OSP) Trooper John Jefferies remained in critical condition as of late Monday, Nov. 15, following a pursuit and crash along Highway 30 four miles north of St. Helens. According to Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators, late Thursday afternoon Nov. 11, OSP troopers, CCSO deputies, and Rainier Police had been engaged in a short pursuit with a suspect fleeing from a criminal incident in Longview, Washington. That pursuit was later terminated. Shortly after the pursuit was terminated, OSP Trooper John Jeffries was struck on Highway 30 milepost 31 west of St. Helens. The suspect vehicle rammed an OSP patrol car,

which then struck Trooper Jeffries. Investigators said no shots were fired during the pursuit or the crash. The trooper suffered critical injuries and was taken by ground ambulance to Emanuel Hospital in Portland. The extent and severity of Jeffries’ injuries were being determined at the time of his hospitalization, according to the OSP. “Jefferies’ medical team will continue to monitor, evaluate and treat his visible injuries and the internal trauma caused as a result of the incident,” the OSP release states. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the hospital, where he was treated for injuries he sustained as a result of the crash. As of late Nov. 15, CCSO reported the suspect was still hospitalized. Specific charges against the suspect

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and his identity were pending at press time. Details about the criminal incident that led to the pursuit also have not been immediately released by authorities.

Jeffries started with the Oregon State Police in March of 2021, after retiring from the FBI after 20 years of service. Jeffries is currently stationed at the OSP St. Helens worksite. Jeffries and his wife have spent the last 25 years in Portland, where they raised their two sons, according to the OSP. Jeffries has spent his life in service to the public,” the OSP release reads. “The Oregon State Police asks that you respect the family’s privacy at this time. We also ask for your prayers for Trooper Jeffries, his family, his friends as well as the entire OSP family.” OSP Superintendent Terri Davi said all troopers recognize the risk they face each time they don their uniforms and report for duty.

“But accepting that risk does not make the fight Trooper Jeffries is currently battling any easier,” Davi said. “As minutes, hours and days go by, our prayers and support are with Trooper Jeffries and his family.” FBI Statement The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said that 25 years ago, Jeffries took an oath of office as FBI Special Agent Jeffries. The following is the FBI release. “As a young man, he joined the FBI with a mission to serve his country. As a case agent, pilot, firearms instructor, and SWAT team member, John served with honor. He was an agent’s agent – first in the door ­­­­ See CRASH Page A6

Broadleaf Arbor housing taking shape

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The 16-acre, 239-unit housing project is located at 2250 Gable Road just east of the intersection of Gable Road and Columbia River Highway in St. Helens. JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

Community Development Partners (CDP) and the Northwest Oregon Housing Authority (NOHA) have revealed new details about development of the housing community, Broadleaf Arbor, located at 2250 Gable Road just east of Columbia River Highway and across

from the St. Helens Walmart. Broadleaf Arbor is described as a 16-acre, 239-unit affordable housing development and intergenerational community, connecting working adults, families and seniors. The Chronicle first reported in September that the project construction had begun at the site. “Affordable housing coupled with community outreach and ser-

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Ground clearing at the site began in late August.

vices improves our new residents’ chance for a productive and happy life,” NOHA Board Chair Nina Reed said. “Stable, affordable, accessible housing is the foundation of raising a family,” Columbia County Commissioner and NOHA Board Member Henry Heimuller said. “A safe housing environment that provides access to jobs, education, healthcare

and shopping, while identifying and supporting the individual needs of residents and the entire community, is why we need developments like Broadleaf Arbor in Columbia County.” “We’ve spent the last two years, side by side with NOHA, understanding the needs of the St. Helens community with the goal of creating an asset for the city, a place

where households of all ages can live together and thrive,” Community Development Partners CEO Eric Paine said. “The need for affordable workforce and supportive housing in St. Helens and in our region continues to outpace supply, and we are honored to be a part of the solution ­­­­ See HOUSING Page A8

Popeyes restaurant coming to St. Helens JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

A new national fast food restaurant will soon take shape on the property along the Columbia River Highway adjacent to the new Grocery Outlet Bargain Market in St. Helens. The restaurant, Popeyes, specializes in fried chicken. “Permitting has been issued, so Inside Look .................. A4 Letters .......................... A4 Community Calendar A4 Obituaries .................... A5 Classified Ads ............. A7

they have the green light to start working,” St. Helens City Planner Jacob Graichen told The Chronicle. Most of the base infrastructure is in place on the property formally known as the Violette’s Villa Mobile Home Park. “So this project will be simpler than the previous ones on that overall property, Legacy Clinic, the apartment complex, and the Grocery Outlet. The property was formally known as the Violette’s Villa Mobile Home Park,” Graichen said. Based on city records, Graichen said the old mobile home park on that property was there as early as the late 1940’s.

“It was a subject of code enforcement in the early 2000’s and it was about 10 years ago or so any remaining structure was removed,” he said. “Once Popeye’s is completed, it will be a completely redeveloped site.” According to the Popeyes national website, Alvin C. Copeland Sr., opened Chicken on the Run in the New Orleans suburb of Arabi, in 1972, serving traditional Southernfried chicken. After several months of lackluster performance, he reopened the restaurant as Popeyes after Popeye Doyle of The French Connection movie fame, selling spicy, New Orleans-style chicken.

As of 2020 Popeyes has 3,451 restaurants, which are located in more than 46 states and the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 30 countries worldwide, according to Wikipedia. The closest Popeyes to St. Helens are in Southwest Washington and one is located along the I-5 corridor between Portland and Salem in Oregon. The Chronicle has reached out to the owners of the St. Helens Popeyes franchise for details about when hiring will take place for the new restaurant and when it is scheduled to open. As we receive more details, we’ll post the update at thechronicleonline.com and in a future print edition of The Chronicle.

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Oregon to pause renters assistance STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) estimates that nearly all the $289 million in federal emergency rental assistance (ERA) allocated by the U.S. Department of Treasury to the state of Oregon has been requested, and the program will be fully subscribed in the coming weeks. As a result, the state announced a pause Friday, Nov. 12, in accepting new applications for the Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP) for six weeks, starting on Dec. 1, at 11:59 p.m. The pause will ensure the state can keep its commitment to every Oregon renter that applies for assistance until that time. In the intervening weeks, OHCS will work with the Governor’s Office and legislative leaders to pursue solutions at the federal, state, and local levels to continue to help Oregon renters. The state allocated the federal funding more quickly than many other counties and states. Oregon is currently ranked 7th nationwide in percent of federal emergency rental assistance (ERA1) funds paid or obligated. The U.S. Department of Treasury allocated a total of nearly $360 million to Oregon, in two waves, ERA1 and ERA2. Of that total, $289 was available for rental assistance payments. OHCS estimates that nearly all of the funds for rental assistance have been

requested based on applications received to date. “It is clear the need for emergency rental assistance is far greater than the amount of federal funding available for the program at this time,” OHCS Director Margaret Salazar said. “This pause will allow the agency to advocate for additional federal funding or other resources at the state level, focus on quickly processing applications and assess whether we have adequate funding available to accept new applications.” The OERAP program has provided more than $130 million in emergency rental assistance to more than 19,600 Oregon renters impacted by the pandemic. In addition to the eviction moratorium and the more than $319 million in rental assistance distributed in 2021, the OERAP program has been critical to staving off evictions for nonpayment statewide. The agency acknowledges that despite these measures, renters are still at risk. “We continue to be concerned about the many renters who are at risk for experiencing the trauma of eviction. OHCS is working around the clock to continue accelerating payments and we are fighting for more resources for Oregon,” Salazar said. OHCS will shift the focus to advocating for more federal funding and processing applications currently in the queue. The agency is in the process of formally requesting additional federal funding after the state met a critical

benchmark of paying or obligating at least 65% of ERA1 funding by Sept. 30. At the beginning of October, OHCS submitted a letter requesting U.S. Department of Treasury funding and will submit a formal request next week. In addition, Governor Brown and legislative leaders continue to explore potential solutions using alternative state resources while requests for federal funding are pending. Information for renters Anyone who has fallen behind on rent or may get behind on December rent is encouraged to apply for emergency rental assistance right away, but before Dec. 1 at 11:59 p.m. at oregonrentalassistance.org. After Dec. 1, the agency encourages people to apply for other emergency rental assistance programs across the state to receive the 60day safe harbor period (90 days in Multnomah County and unincorporated areas of Washington County). Some cities and counties received ERA funding directly from the U.S. Department of Treasury. People may contact 211 or Community Action Agencies in their area. During the pause, OHCS and local program administrators will continue processing all remaining completed applications quickly, prioritizing those outside the 60/90-day windows of protection. The agency expects that all completed applications in

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The state will pause a program accepting new applications for the Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP) for six weeks, starting at 11:59 p.m. Dec. 1.

the queue will be processed and paid as soon as possible. OHCS will be notifying anyone with an incomplete application to complete their application before that deadline through a series of correspondences. If a renter has received an eviction notice, they should call 211. If a renter has received a court summons for eviction, they should call the Oregon Law Center’s Eviction Defense Project line (888-585-9638) or send an email to evictiondefense@ oregonlawcenter.org to seek legal help. Governor’s reaction Oregon Gov. Kate Brown issued the following statement following the announcement from Oregon Housing and Community Services that nearly all federal rental assistance funding in Oregon has been allocated to or requested by applicants, and that the Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP) will

pause accepting new applications starting on Wednesday, December 1: “Since March 2020, Oregon has distributed historic amounts of rental assistance to meet the unprecedented need created by the pandemic. Every Oregonian deserves a warm, safe, dry place to call home––and during a public health crisis it has been critical to ensure that Oregonians stay housed. That is why I have worked closely with the Oregon Legislature since the beginning of this pandemic to provide a range of resources to support both renters and their landlords. “Because of the work of Oregon Housing and Community Services and community-based partners, Oregon is currently ranked 7th in the nation for the distribution of rental assistance and has remained in the top ten nationally for more than a month. However, thousands of Oregon households remain at risk of eviction and need assistance as quickly as possible. Disproportionately, due to systemic disparities in Oregon housing, this burden has fallen to Oregon’s Black, Indigenous, Latino, Latina, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Tribal, and people of color. “To be clear: Oregon has sufficient federal resources to help all eligible households who have applied to date. OHCS and its partners continue to process every complete application quickly, prioritizing those outside of current safe harbor protections. But with nearly all

remaining federal funding requested by existing applicants, it was critical for OHCS to give Oregon families ample notice today that, without additional funding, the program will soon need to pause taking new applications. “We know that the need for this critical assistance continues. Additional funding is needed urgently to ensure Oregon’s rental assistance program can meet the ongoing need––an ask I have made directly to U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, who administers the federal rental assistance program. It is not likely, however, that the U.S. Treasury will be able to deploy additional resources for rental assistance immediately. “Over the last several weeks, I have engaged in conversations with legislative leaders and housing advocates to find a path forward for a legislative solution that involves updates to current tenant protections in state law, including the extension of current safe harbor protections for Oregonians who have applied for rental assistance, as well as using state resources to continue assistance at the state and local levels. But it will be impossible to serve every Oregon family that is struggling with rent with state resources alone. Those conversations will continue, with the goal of bringing forward a proposal for the Legislature to consider in a special session in the upcoming weeks.”

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Explosion, 1 person arrested STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

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Even after heavy rains, the fire danger continued into the weekend in Columbia County. Early Saturday morning, Nov.13, a Scappoose Fire crew responded to a tree limb that fell into a power line igniting a small fire on NW Old St. Helens Road. Rising smoke from the blaze could be seen from adjacent Highway 30 south of Scappoose. The fire crew closed off the roadway for public safety as it extinguished the fire.

One person faces several criminal charges after police responded to multiple reports of a loud explosion in the 300 block of South 18th Street shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12. As officers arrived on scene, the street was filled with smoke, according to a release from the St. Helens Police Department. A resident reported that a male suspect, identified as Clinton James Allen, 41, of St. Helens, set off an explosive device in a residential front yard before being chased off the property. St. Helens officers located Allen a short distance away and took him into custody without incident. Officers recovered a loaded .380 handgun on Allen’s person at the time of his arrest, according to the release. Officers also discovered a detonated homemade explosive device at the scene and a second unexploded device

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Police took one person into custody following an explosion in the 300 block of South 18th Street.

was located. The Oregon State Police Bomb Squad was called to assist in the investigation. Allen was lodged at Columbia County Jail on two counts of Unlawful Manufacturing of a Destructive Device, two counts of Possession of a Destructive Device, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, two counts of Carrying a Concealed Weapon

and Disorderly Conduct II. Authorities said the investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be forthcoming. As of late Monday, Nov. 15, Allen was still incarcerated at the Columbia County Jail. If you have any information related to this case, you are asked to contact the St. Helens Police Department at 503-397-1521.

Arrest in alleged elderly abuse case cious activity to Miller. A Columbia County grand jury indicted Miller on 44 counts of identity A Rainier resident faces theft related to the investicriminal charges followgation. Miller was lodged at ing a five month investigaColumbia County Jail and tion into an alleged elderly is awaiting trial. abuse case. St. Helens detectives On Saturday, Nov. 13, worked in collaboration St. Helens Police officers with the Oregon Departarrested Rolland Miller, 43, ment of Human Services on of Rainier, Oregon, in the this case. investigation. The St. Helens Police According to a release Department is committed to from St. Helens Police, the serving and protecting vulextensive investigation revealed that the bank account nerable adults in the community, the release states. of an elderly, vulnerable Anyone who suspects adult in St. Helens had been that a vulnerable adult is compromised. Detectives the victim of a crime should found over 120 suspicious contact Adult Protective charges resulting in nearly Services at 1-855-503$6,000 being stolen from 11-16-11 3x2D Cuts:Layout 1 6/22/12 3:28 PM SAFE or the St. Helens the victim. Investigators Police1Department at 5033x2D Cuts:Layout 6/22/12 3:28 PM Page 1 were able to trace11-16-11 the suspi397-1521. STAFF REPORT chroniclenews@countrymedia.net

Issues mount at school board meeting ZOE GOTTLIEB chronicle2@countrymedia.net

A local rally group is seeking a retraction and public apology from Scappoose School District Superintendent Tim Porter following a letter Porter distributed to parents concerning student safety. Porter issued the letter Oct. 29, notifying parents of a recent string of protests held at the intersection of High School Way and Highway 30, adjacent to the high school, concerning pandemic mandates. “Unfortunately, during recent protests, multiple students have reported experiencing events in which their sense of security was threatened,” Porter’s letter reads. “These incidents include adults verbally assaulting children on their walk to school and blocking their sidewalk and crosswalk access.” During the Nov. 8 Scappoose School Board’s regular public meeting, Freedom Rally Leader Molly Walters voiced her concerns about how the rally participants were portrayed in Porter’s letter. “As an attendee of these events I am disheartened by the false accusations of verbal assaults and the accosting students at our peaceful rallies,” she said. “These are completely untrue. I request that this be remedied as quickly as possible, rather than sending out accusatory letters or speaking to the media to put pressure on us to sit down or back off.” Walter emphasized the group’s desire to be heard and to ultimately have a productive discussion. “Our group requests an open dialogue in person with district leaders,” she said. Walter’s statements to the school board outlined a public complaint lodged by parents and community members who have participated in a series of rallies near the high school, claiming that Porter’s letter “disparaged a great number of parents and community members alleging; adults verbally assaulting children, and blocking the sidewalk and crosswalk access of students.” The complaint also included steps for remediation by the school board. “Tim Porter owes the community of Scappoose

a written apology for his reprehensible comments and false allegations he made against parents and community members at the rally. He should not be making heinous accusations based on hearsay and/or lies,” the letter states. The complaint also states that if the superintendent refuses to rescind his comments and apologize, the group is requesting an investigation by the school board. Read Porter’s full letter to parents attached to this story at thechronicleonline. com. Bus route blackouts Amanda Normine, a Scappoose resident with children in the school district, also addressed the school board at the Nov. 8 meeting. She expressed her concerns about the district’s school bus routes, and how mandatory seating charts have made the logistics of getting to school exceedingly difficult for rural families. Normine said due to COVID regulations, certain school bus routes suffer frequent “blackouts,” causing students in rural areas to fall behind. “I recognize that this is an unprecedented year and that many areas are suffering due to staff shortages, state mandates, and all of the COVID regulations that have hit the schools,” Normine said. “However, I’m concerned that there are some scenarios that are being created by transportation shortages and the mandates around transportation which are preventing some students in the district (from) equal access to education.” Normine refered to a November “blackout” schedule posted on the Scappoose School District website, which staggers a majority of bus routes to operate two weeks out of every month. “My sister has children in the district who ride the bus 6,” Normine said. “Bus 6 is one of the routes which has been hit especially hard, having every other week on blackout. They only have transportation 50% of the time (on the) route that serves Scappoose, Vernonia, and many of the rural homes out there.” Normine told the board her sister and brother-in-law have work schedules that prevent them from being able to drop off their kids at

school in the morning. “They went to the school and asked, is there a solution? The school said yes, they can do online learning Canvas on the weeks that there’s no bus,” she said. “Unfortunately due to their rural area, their internet is not good enough to support anything, let alone online learning or videos.” According to Normine, the school did not provide a viable substitute to replace the missed learning, which lead her and her sister to come up with a workaround. The workaround, Normine said, was to take her sister’s children in for two weeks out of the month, so they could ride the bus on a consistent schedule. Normine said she was told that her actions violated school bus seating chart policies. “We recently found out that her children are not allowed to ride the bus with my children. They must select one bus route and one bus route only. So I call the school, thinking that this has got to be a mistake,” she said. “They said that a solution is that they would change my sister’s children’s bus to my house every week, which as you know, is not a solution because as much as I love my sister’s children, I do not want full custody.” Normine asked the school board to consider the effect the district’s regulations have on students in rural neighborhoods. “In the end, I understand that we need rules that apply equally to all,” she said. “However, there are laws around equal access to education that was created, because not all students have the same barriers to education. In this case, there is no other option, so my question to you is, how hard is it to amend a seating chart?”

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Resolution Following the public comment period during the Nov. 8 meeting, the Scappoose School Board staff said they are working on developing a resolution to the citizen complaints. The staff said the resolution will be available in the coming weeks. The Chronicle will continue to follow this developing story with updates at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle. Columbia County’s trusted local news source

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Port of Columbia County director looks ahead JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

Sean Clark knows he has a challenging role as the new Port of Columbia County Executive Director following his appointment in October by the five-member port board. Clark had been acting as interim executive director since the resignation of Douglas Hayes. Hayes resigned in late September and has been the focus of a port and police investigation of ‘possible misuse’ of port funds. In an interview with the Chronicle, we asked if Clark felt the port has suffered an image challenge following Hayes resignation and the port and police investigation into the possible misuse of port funds. “I don’t think we have anything bad associating with the port and I don’t believe people think poorly of us, necessarily,” he said. “I am just going to continue on with what we have been doing trying to foster economic opportunities and bring some jobs.” Clark said the port has added controls following the investigation. “As part of our process we have auditing and financial controls in place so nothing like this will happen again,” he said.

Priorities Clark said he has a list of main priorities as executive director. “We have a vacant hanger building at the Scappoose Airpark that we actually built for a tenant that ended up not surviving the COVID issue, so we have that building available,’ He said. “We have our new business development and real estate manager on board and part of her duties will be getting that building filled and working on landing other new prospects.” Clark is also focusing on the McNulty Creek Industrial Park in St. Helens. He said the port is working with a Portland firm that is expanding its operations and could possibly locate at the industrial park. “We eventually plan a campus of light industrial buildings there,” he said. “The businesses would have to fit with the character of the county. We are not going to just take the first thing that comes along. It has to be a good fit for the port.” The port is currently marketing approximately 40 acres at the McNulty Creek Industrial Park. Clark said despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the port continues to work through Business Oregon and social media options to seek oppor-

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tunities to expand operations and jobs at the port properties. “A lot of times its tire kickers,” he said. “We have been using Zoom (electronic video connections) with prospect tenants.” As international travel begins to loosen with the easing of pandemic restrictions, Clark said he is hopeful the port’s new business development manager will participate in trade shows and other events to lure businesses from the Pacific Rim. “Having the worldwide web is definitely helping people to find us,” he said.

Community Calendar Nov. 18 Garden Club Meeting Everyone is welcome to come to Scappoose Garden Club meeting at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church Parish Hall, 51555 SW Old Portland Road in Scappoose. Social time before meeting 11 a.m. The meeting starts at 11:30 a.m. Program will be crafting with Margaret Jeppesen. For more information, email Scappoose garden club@gmail.com. Dec. 4 Holiday Bazaar St. Helens Moose Bazaar includes 40 Tables and 23 Vendors from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57317 Old Portland Road in Warren. Moose Cafe will be

open. Masks are required in the building. For more information, call 503-396-0191. Dec. 6 Holiday Concert A holiday concert featuring Michael Allen Harrison is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Columbia City Community Hall, 1850 Second St. in Columbia City. Tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased at Columbia City Hall, 1840 Second St. in Columbia City. Seating is limited. Masks must will be required at all times. All proceeds will benefit the Columbia City Community Library. For more details, call 503-397-4010.

Don Coin Walrod Scholarship The Deer Island Grange is now accepting applications for the Don Coin Walrod Scholarship. The scholarship is created for a Columbia County high school senior. Applicants may attend a trade school, community college, or university of their choice, but must major in agriculture, education, forestry, or animal science. Applications are available from each of the Columbia County high school counselor offices and must be post marked by April 1, 2022. Mail applications to: Don Coin Walrod Scholarship, 64556 Columbia River Highway, Deer Island, Oregon 97054.

Clark is also hopeful that the port’s improvements at the Scappoose Bay Marina will continue, which includes updating the boat launch and separating the kayaks and motorboats. “Kayaking has increased in popularity so much because it is such a nice area down there,” he said. “We’ve seen a lot of kayak traffic.” Clark is also keeping a close watch on Port Westward, where the port generates 40% of its revenue. “We are waiting for the results of the appeal on the county commission’s approval of the rezone,” he said. “So we will continue to navigate that process. Once that is resolved we hope to develop land out there.” Development of the NEXT operations at Port Westward is also important for the county and the region, Clark said. “We are actively working with NEXT as they go through the permitting process,” he said. “The public process is huge and NEXT has been really good in having public sessions. The public engagement is really the touch point.” Clark said his biggest challenge is to help keep the port’s momentum going forward, working with the port’s partners and strengthening his staff, which would include the new develop-

ment-real estate manager and possibly a project manager. According to Clark, past port issues have been limited for development and recruiting. “Getting the staff right will hopefully help resolve those issues,” he said. History Clark is no stranger to the Port of Columbia County. After his family moved from the Portland area, he grew up in Goble and his father worked at the Beaver generating plant. During the summers, Clark would help his dad cut firewood on the property and work on the docks. Following his days in high school, Clark became a utility worker at the plant during the summer before he went off to college. He also worked two summers in forestry in the area. “Everything came full circle when I came back to work in 2014 as Port Westward terminal manager,” Clark said. In 2016 he became the port’s North County Terminal Operations Manager. In May of this year, he was appointed additional duties as the port’s deputy executive director. Clark was appointed as executive director by the Port of Columbia County Board in late October.

Clark brings more than 12 years of port experience and an extensive background in logistics and maritime management to his new position. Prior to joining the Port of Columbia County, he was the Harbor Master and Facility Security Officer at the Port of Kalama in Washington. Clark said one of the key rewards as executive director will be retaining people who want to live and work in Columbia County. “I fully intend to make sure the port is here for our 100-year anniversary and that the port will continue with everything in place and continues to succeed,” he said. “That is the important thing. Economic development is what we do.” Clark’s starting salary is set at $131,000 a year and to be reviewed in six months, according to port records. For more information, contact the Port of Columbia County at 503-397-2888. Port Mission Maximize public resources and private investment to create jobs, provide infrastructure, and maintain and improve the economic vitality of Columbia County and its communities.

Voices of the Community Vital issue I just read Wayne Mayo’s guest column, “It’s outrageous to me,” (Chronicle, 19/28/21), and then sent

the link to thirty-eight other people who are scattered across the nation. I just want to thank Wayne for his responsible reporting concerning a vital issue, and I want to thank

the Chronicle’s opinion editor for publishing this important report. David Doerr Rainier

USFWS revising critical habitat

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The action will help conserve and recover spotted owls by identifying habitat needed for recovery of northern spotted owls in the long-term, according to the USFWS.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is finalizing a revised designation of critical habitat under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for the northern spotted owl. “After a thorough review of scientific and commercial information and evaluation of public comments received on the proposed rule, we are withdrawing the January 15, 2021 rule which would have excluded 3.4 million acres of designated critical habitat through section 4(b)(2) of the ESA,” the USFWS states in a release. “This final rule excludes 204,294 acres of the 9.6 million acres of critical habitat, which is approximately 2% of the 2012 northern spotted owl designation.” This action will help conserve and recover spotted owls by identifying habitat needed for recovery of northern spot-

ted owls in the long-term, according to the release. Additionally, active management of forests and invasive barred owl populations to make forest ecosystems healthier and more resilient to disease, insect outbreaks and the effects of climate change, such as increased frequency of droughts and catastrophic wildfires, will be vital. “The importance of maintaining high quality habitat for northern spotted owls cannot be overstated in light of the challenges we’re facing with climate change and increasing competition from the invasive barred owl,” USFWS’s Regional Director for the Columbia-Pacific Northwest Robyn Thorson said. “This designation provides a healthy and resilient landscape for the spotted owl and other native Northwest wildlife while still

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supporting sustainable timber harvest.” This exclusion includes 184,133 acres of Bureau of Land Management-administered lands allocated for timber harvest in 15 Oregon counties. Their revised Resource Management Plans for western Oregon incorporate key aspects of the Northern Spotted Owl Recovery Plan that will continue to help conserve and improve habitat for the owl over time on these lands. Additionally, approximately 20,000 acres of Indian lands are included in the exclusion. These are lands recently transferred under the Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act to the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians and the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians. The northern spotted owl is protected as a threatened species under the ESA, and a critical habitat designation identifies those areas that are essential to recovery of the species. The USFWS found that the 3.4 million acres excluded in the January 15, 2021, revised designation would have left too little habitat to conserve the species, ultimately resulting in the extinction of the northern spotted owl. Critical habitat does not provide additional protections for a species on non-federal lands unless proposed activities involve federal funding or permitting. Critical habitat designations also do not affect land ownership or establish a refuge, reserve, preserve or other conservation area, nor does it allow the government or public to access private lands, according to the USFWS.
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in death by her husband Howard; and three siblings: Jeanne Sosa, Jim Hagquist, and Marilyn Eastwood. She is survived by her two children, Patti (Dan) Richard and Doug (Denise) Olsen; and her three grandchildren, Nick Olsen, Michelle Richard, and Mack Olsen. A funeral service was held at First Lutheran Church in St. Helens on Tuesday, November 16. Karen was interred alongside Howard at Bethany Lutheran Cemetery in Warren. Columbia Funeral Home in St. Helens is handling the arrangements.

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Just past midnight on Tues., Oct. 26, 2021, Margaret Kane of St. Helens, Oregon died at the age of 89, with two of her daughters, Eileen and Erin, lovingly at her side. Margaret was born in Teaneck, New Jersey to Patrick and Catherine McArdle in 1932. She graduated from Teaneck High School in 1949 and Roosevelt Hospital School of Nursing in New York, New York in 1952. In December 1953, she married John J. Kane. Together, they raised John (Joan Sheldon), their only son, and six daughters, Margaret (AKA Peggy), Kathryn, Eileen (Terry Boyle), Maureen (John Swift), Susan (Gary Kounanis) and Erin (Kelly Wheeldon). Margaret enjoyed her position as an RN at San Luis Medical Clinic. She cared for her patients with knowledge and compassion and created

lifelong friendships with her nurse colleagues. Margaret loved being physically active. She jogged with her husband on Pismo Beach in the early mornings before work, hiked in Three Rivers with her family while visiting their cabin, played racquetball and whitewater rafted in Grants Pass, golfed and cross country skied in Black Butte, and she found and encouraged walking bud-

dies in St. Helens. Margaret found a friend in everyone she met. She cuddled babies in the hospital when their mothers could not. She volunteered her time with Habitat for Humanity. She wholeheartedly lived by her simple life philosophies: If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all; You catch more bees with honey, than vinegar; Living well is the best revenge. She was kind, sincere and always looked for the next heart to touch with her happy and generous spirit. She had an infectious sense of humor, catching innocent people off guard with her unexpected, witty charm. She had the best snack cupboard around, according to her children’s friends and her grandchildren. She loved keeping up with her grandchildren’s lives, a glass of wine while cooking dinner, chocolate, Jeopardy, playing board

games with her family and Words with Friends on Facebook - she was a good player! But, most of all, she loved people. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband John in 2011; parents, Patrick and Catherine McArdle; brother Henry; and sister Kathleen. She is survived by her seven children; 17 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; brother Patrick; sisters, Clare, Joannie, Margie and Eileen; three sons-in-law; one daughter-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Rest in peace. We love you always and forever. Memorial donations in her name may be made to Special Olympics (www.specialolympics.org), Disabled Veterans of America (www. dav.org) or Habitat for Humanity (www.habitat.org). A private family gathering will be held graveside.

Sandra Lea Berg

July 16, 1940 ~ Nov. 3, 2021 Sandra Lea Berg was born to Jean and Merle Berg on July 16, 1940 in Portland, Oregon. Sandra was the eldest and last living of four children. She had two brothers, Roberg Berg and David Springer, and one sister Sherri Wold. As a child, her family moved frequently around north Portland. She never saw her father after the age of 10 but had two stepfathers that took up some of the fatherly responsibilities. She attended Boise Elementary School, Jefferson High School and graduated from Grant High School in May of 1958. Sandra had asked God to lead her to the Church HE wanted her to belong to. At that time, she only lived two blocks behind the Montavilla Church. She became a Christian at Montavilla Church of Christ in 1961. Dennis and Sandra were married on May 15, 1964 at the Montavilla Church. They moved to Central Valley, California for two years. Dennis helped build a new church building there. He was working by building bridges on the I-5 Interstate highway.

Sandra and family moved back to Vancouver, Washington in 1966 where Dennis grew up. Sandra did the typing and justifying for the Pattern publication while Dennis did printing of the Pattern and other publications that were done at the Minnehaha Church of Christ. Dennis and Sandra were involved with two remodeling projects at Minnehaha at that time. Sandra taught Sunday School to preschoolers along with Fern Marriott along with raising four children and all the school activities that are included. She also ran a daycare from 1964 through 1970. Sandra also cleaned, interviewed, showed

and screened applications for the rental properties that were owned by Dennis and Sandra. Sandra and Lois Dailey did the cooking at the first two Washington youth camps. Sandra even managed to be a camp counselor once or twice! In November of 1970, Sandra went blind and was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. She had had exacerbations since 1963 but not as bad as that episode. The doctors didn’t realize what the problem was until then. Sandra continued, when her sight returned to teach Sunday school as a substitute. She has MS for 58.5 years and treated her symptoms with her diet. She was taking care of her own house, walking around with a walker, and completely mobile. In 1976 the family, except for the oldest daughter, moved to Longview, Washington. Dennis went to work for PGE. Dennis, Sandra, and the family attended Ocean Beach Hwy. Church of Christ. They helped the church with some remodeling jobs during that time. Three years later, Dennis, Sandy and their youngest

son moved to St. Helens, OR. Sandra helped carpool students into Montavilla Christian School which was renamed Crossroads Christian School when the church moved into the new facility. Sandra drove one to two days a week. Sandra and Dennis placed their fellowship at Crossroads about 1982, still driving in from St. Helens, OR. Sandra would help in Sunday school as her health would permit. Sandra still showed rentals and screened applicants for the rentals they managed. In whatever time was left, she managed the home and spent time calling those who needed encouragement. She sent cards and emails as needed. Sandra is survived by her husband Dennis; four children, Lorraine Cox, Katherine Tatro, Ron Sisseck and Everett Sisseck; 14 grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and one greatgreat-grandchild. A graveside service for Sandra will be help at 1 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 17, 2021 at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery. There will be a public service for Sandra announced at a later time.

Thomas J. Lomnicky Thomas J. Lomnicky, a life-long resident of Scappoose, Oregon passed away on Oct. 20, 2021 at the age of 81. Tom graduated from Scapoose High School and went to work at Crown Zellerbach papermill. After that, he drove trucks for a living then joined Linnton Plywood. Tom owned and operated Columbia Tavern for 20 years. During that

time, he sponsored stock cars for Dorie Racing at the Columbia County Fairgrounds. He then started commercial fishing out of Garibaldi, Oregon until recently. Tom was preceded in death by his wife Lucy; and parents, Wendel and Vicky Lomnicky. He is survived by siblings, Wendell of California, Marilyn Zurita

of Texas, James (Sue) of Scappoose, Stan (Sharon) of Scappoose, Carol Jones (Mike) of St. Helens, Diane Harrington (Jim) of Scappoose; long-time friends Scott Dorie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Tom was kindhearted and a friend to all. He will be missed. A celebration of life will be planned in the future.

Jon Elmer Burchell

Aug. 29, 1944 ~ Oct. 22, 2021 Jon Elmer Burchell, born Aug. 29, 1944 in Portland, Oregon, passed away on Oct. 22, 2021. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sat., Nov 20, 2021 at Columbia Funeral Home.

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The St. Helens Girl Scouts troop is stepping up to help solve community hunger. Just days before Thanksgiving, Girl Scouts Troop 10036 21-22 will be collecting nonperishable food donations from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, in the parking lot at 205 Brayden St. in front of St. Helens Grocery Outlet Bargain Market. Outlet Co-Owner Operator Kate Linares said the Girl Scouts are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to serve their community. “I know that the girls are excited. Especially our daughter, this our daughter’s first time in Brownies and she’s over the moon,” Linares said. Brownies are younger members of the Girl Scouts. According to Linares, Troop Leader Amanda Jones reached out to her and her husband beforehand, asking whether the girls could participate in the event. “The Troop leader had reached out to me through

email and asked if they could use our parking lot to help the food donation drive, and I told them absolutely,” Linares said. Husband and co-owner operator of the Grocery Outlet, Ricky Linares, said he believes the event presents a unique learning experience for Scouts. “Our kids, they don’t have a lot of wants or needs. They just don’t really want for anything,” he said. “For them to come together and help this kind of cause, I think that’s huge.” Ricky Linares said the store regularly accepts food donations, but in forging a partnership with the Girl Scouts, he and his wife saw the opportunity to do something different. “This is one of the most publicized things you can say that we’ve done, just because (donations) usually we don’t talk about too much other than maybe having a dedicated barrel up in front of the store,” he said. “Amanda had reached out to us so we’re just like you know what, let’s make it a big event thing.”

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Linares said he and his wife feel the food drive is timely. “We feel like the need is there, even more so than normal, especially with more kids staying at home,” he said. “It’s a good time to draw attention to it. (The kids) can see that there really are less fortunate (people). Some of them are our neighbors and friends. So, that kind of shows them how connected we all are.”

Since opening the new the Outlet earlier this year, the Linares have reached out to assist local nonprofits. “We’re not looking for publicity. We just want to be a part of our community and help those that are in need.” Hunger in Oregon According to a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) report on food insecurity in America,

nearly one in seven Oregonian households were “food insecure” between 2014-16. Hunger is a public health concern with long-term consequences, according to Partners for a HungerFree Oregon, which states on its website that there is evidence that food insecurity contributes to obesity and its subsequent health problems, particularly among women. Child food insecurity can result in poorer school

achievement and compromised health throughout a child’s life, and often includes behavioral issues and social difficulties. Undernourished seniors are 53 percent more likely to report a heart attack, 52 percent more likely to develop asthma and 41 percent more likely to report an experience of congestive heart failure. In January, The Chronicle published a summary of the report ‘Food Insecurity in Oregon.’ That report states that close to one in four people — experienced food insecurity in 2020, meaning they had a disruption in their ability to feed themselves or their family. See the story at thechronicleonline.com. For more information, call 503-410-5533 or email sthelens@groceryoutlet.com. Food Drive 1-3 p.m. Nov. 20 Grocery Outlet 205 Brayden St. St. Helens

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and always doing the right thing in the right way. He was a respected leader, and his retirement in 2016 was a loss for the FBI. “John’s call to service didn’t end there, though. This year, John was driven by a sense of duty and purpose to join OSP as a new trooper, completing Oregon’s law enforcement academy alongside

men and women who were as much as 30 years his junior. “There are only two things John loves more than his law enforcement service – his family and his faith. Today and every day, OSP and the FBI will care for John and his family as he has cared for us. We are extremely grateful to the OSP, their leadership, and the OSP family, as they circle around Trooper Jeffries. The FBI joins OSP in asking the public for their love and support for John and his family as he recovers from these serious injuries. Please also

Winter is a time we should pay close attention to the safety of our pets. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following safety tips to follow: With the change in weather, it’s a good time to monitor your pet’s food intake. Pets who live outdoors should be fed a bit more in the winter because they need the extra calories to stay warm. Indoor pets typically receive less exercise during cold weather and may require fewer calories. Oregon law requires all companion animals be

provided shelter from the elements. They also should have fresh water put out a couple of times a day, or consider a special bowl that prevents the water from freezing. In severe weather, allow your pet in your house or garage. If your pet goes outdoors, be aware of the temperature. Pets can get frostbite very easily on the ears, tail, and paws. When walking your dog in freezing conditions, check the paws to make sure that ice is not building up between the toes and that salt or gravel from the roads is not irritating

the skin. If your dog is a swimmer, keep them on a leash around open water or unstable ice. Hypothermia can set in quickly and your dog may be unable to get out of the water. Before you start your car, ensure no kitties have decided to nap in a warm spot by honking the horn or banging on the hood. If you are decorating for the holidays, keep ornaments out of the reach of your pets. Remember that poinsettias, holly, mistletoe, and other plants can be toxic if ingested.

Ingesting anti-freeze can be fatal for your dog or cat. It has a sweet taste and even a tiny amount can cause severe kidney damage and even death. You can use a pet-safe antifreeze--look for brands containing propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. If you spill anti-freeze, soak it up immediately. (Clay kitty litter works well and discard the litter once the anti-freeze has been absorbed.) For more information and tips, visit www.lincolncountysheriff.net.

give this family the privacy and space it needs to nurture his recovery.” The investigation is ongoing and being handled by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, the Columbia County District Attorney’s Office, the Washington County Major Crimes Team, and the Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team. Follow developments of this story at thechronicleonline.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Chronicle.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA (Probate Department) Case No. 21PB08134 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS In the Matter of the Estate of Joe Frank Gipson Jr., Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims, with

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November 29th, 2021 fair board Workshop at 6:30 PM in the 4H Building at 58892 Saulser Road St. Helens, OR 97051. CH21-1831

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St. Helens High School is honoring student athletes for their achievements in fall sports.

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“We want to congratulate Senior Hannah Hayduk on competing at 5A State Cross Country last Saturday,” SHHS Athletic Director Daunte Gouge said. “Congratulations Hannah on a Phenomenal Season.” Gouge said SHHS is also acknowledging the following students for being recognized as Athletes of the Season Fall 2021. • Cheer Senior Saydra Hoffman • Cross Country Senior Hannah Hayduk • Cross Country Junior Joseph Norris • Football Junior Tyler Tolles • Boys Soccer Senior Ernest Bernabe • Girls Soccer Senior Jezarel Ortiz • Volleyball Senior Karlee Webster Gouge said SHHS is also recognizing the following athletes who made the All Conference Teams. Cross country • First Team Senior Hannah Hayduk

Girls soccer

St. Helens High School (SHHS) is pleased to announce that Johan Alonzo Lopez is selected as the Elks Teen of the Month for October. Johan said that the recognition personally came as a shock to him. He never thought that he would even receive such an award. He also said it honestly motivates him to do more and see what else he can accomplish. Johan has been involved in leadership. He is the vice president of the SHHS Environmental Club. Formerly he was involved in leadership serving as SHHS Freshmen and Junior Class Vice President. He helped with small high school events during his time in leadership. He decided to take some time to focus on college and high school this year, but he does miss serving as class vice president. However, he does plan to continue his community service beyond leadership. Johan is a very personable young man. He gets along

well with others and other students listen to what he has to say, which is a lot. He is not shy to state his opinion and make his feelings known. All in a good way, of course. He works hard to do good work and takes school very seriously. He plans to continue his education after high school but is still undecided on where exactly he wants to go to school. Johan said he is also unsure about what to major in but he does know that he would love to do something relating to forestry, biology, or maybe even agriculture. Johan said he would like to thank his teachers for everything they do and the staff at SHHS for all of their help as well as a big thanks to his friends and family. He said he hopes this makes his mom proud. This information has been submitted by SHHS. The St. Helens Elks partner with SHHS in selecting a Teen of the Month to honor students and their achievements.

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Johan Alonzo Lopez is the Elks Teen of the Month for October.

• Second Team Senior Gwen Daoust Defender • Honorable Mention Senior Hannah Hayduk Forward • Senior Emma Durant Midfielder • Senior Jezarel Ortiz Defender Volleyball • First Team Senior Karlee Webster • Second Team Junior Ellie Austin • Honorable Mention Sophomore Ava Eib • Junior Madison Blackburn Football • Second Team Sophomore Austin Stockwell Punter • Honorable Mention Sophomore Houston LeePerry Linebacker • Senior Dylan Shafer Wide Receiver • Senior Kameron Shuttlesworth Running Back • Sophomore Houston Lee-Perry Running Back • Junior Tyler Tolles Quarterback • Senior Tyler Jennings Off. Tackle

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through a long-term investment in the community.” Addressing the need The new development is critical to addressing the region’s need for affordable housing and when completed Broadleaf Arbor will provide 239 one-two-and threebedroom homes to individuals and families earning 30%-60% of the area median income ($29,010-$58,020 for a family of four), according to a release from CDP. The program is comprised of 11 buildings, including walk-up style apartment buildings, town homes, a senior housing building and a central community and resident services building. On-site amenities will include common area gathering spaces, such as a teaching kitchen and library, an expansive lawn and playground, car parking and bike storage, and a trail system along the existing wetlands. Broadleaf Arbor is being co-developed and co-sponsored by CDP and NOHA and is financially made possible with 4% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and a $13 million award from Oregon Housing

and Community Services’ (OHCS) Local Innovation Fast Track (LIFT) program. Additional funding was received through an Energy Provider Contribution from Columbia River Public Utility District. “The mission of OHCS is to provide stable and affordable housing to Oregonians so they can have the opportunity to pursue prosperity and live free from poverty,” OHCS Executive Director Margaret Salazar said. “We are proud to help fund a local project like Broadleaf Arbor that gives the people of St. Helens a way to achieve those opportunities. With the development of Broadleaf Arbor, we are more than halfway to meeting our Statewide Housing Plan goal of funding 25,000 affordable homes in five years.” “When this project was first described to me, I knew it was an extraordinary opportunity for the region,” State Senator Betsy Johnson said. Johnson said she has been a fierce supporter of the St. Helens project and the development of affordable housing across the state. “This is a new gold standard in our community and in the region,” Johnson said. Reed thanked State Senator Betsy Johnson, OHCS Executive Director Margaret Salazar and the Columbia County Board of Commis-

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sioners for the opportunity to bring NOHA’s mission to St. Helens. “I also want to thank the City of St. Helens and the entire community for their continued support of this project,” Reed said. There are endless layers and complexities when bringing projects like Broadleaf Arbor to life, and if it wasn’t for the entire team and every person involved, we wouldn’t be where we are today, celebrating this project and building a better St. Helens.” Broadleaf Arbor is uniquely designed as a CDP Community For All Ages — an intentional community where people of all ages can live, work and play together with the essential services and amenities needed to thrive, according to the release. Next steps The first building is expected to be completed Fall 2022. EngAGE Northwest (EngAGE) will be the lead services provider, hosting onsite wellness and creativity programs that are specifically designed to foster intergenerational connection and community building. EngAGE is a community-wide collaboration of service providers including Latino Network, Community Action Team, St. Helens Senior Center,

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Columbia Pacific Food Bank and Columbia Community Mental Health. The agency will work to connect residents to services that support family stability through educational and employment programs that include financial stability, school enrollment and food assistance. “EngAGE is excited to bring intergenerational programming to this pioneering Community For All Ages development,” EngAGE Northwest Regional Director Maria Rojo de Steffey said. “For multiple decades we have been providing intergenerational programming that has improved the lives of elders and families. We look forward to bringing that experience to Broadleaf Arbor.” Broadleaf Arbor is being co-developed by CDP and NOHA, which is led by Interim Director, James Evans. Broadleaf Arbor was designed by MWA Architects and is being built by LMC Construction. PSU’s Center for Public Interest Design(CPID) conducted pre-development community engagement and outreach. The project will be managed by Guardian Real Estate Services.

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WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULES 2021

Winter sports schedules gathered from OSAA.org, information current as of Nov. 15, 2021. Schedules are subject to change, please contact your athletic director or check online for updated information.

ST. HELENS HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 10 Dec. 13 Dec. 17 Jan. 4 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 13 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 24 Jan. 27 Jan. 31 Feb. 3 Feb. 8 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 25 March 1

7:15 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

Vs. Banks At. Valley Catholic At. Lebanon At. Liberty At. Stayton At. Yamhill-Carlton Vs. Tillamook Vs. Hillsboro At. Putnam

Vs. Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

At. Parkrose

Vs. Wilsonville Vs. Scappoose At. La Salle Prep At. Hillsboro Vs. Putnam

At. Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

Vs. Parkrose At. Scappoose Vs. La Salle Prep

ST. HELENS HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 11 Dec. 14 Dec. 17 Jan. 4 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 13 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 27 Jan. 31 Feb. 3 Feb. 8 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 22 Feb. 25 March 1

ST. HELENS HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SWIMMING

7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

At Reynolds At West Albany At Hood River Valley At Sunset At Stayton Vs. Yamhill-Carlton At Tillamook At Hillsboro Vs. Putnam

At Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

Vs. Parkrose

At Scappoose Vs. La Salle Prep Vs. Hillsboro At Putnam

Vs. Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

At Parkrose Vs. Wilsonville Vs. Scappoose At La Salle Prep

ST. HELENS HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING

Dec. 16

4 p.m.

Dual GSW Meet (Eisenschmidt Pool)

Dec. 16

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet (St. Helens Middle School)

Jan. 6

4 p.m.

NWOC week 5 (Eisenschmidt Pool)

Jan. 6

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet (St. Helens Middle School)

Jan. 20

4 p.m.

NWOC Week #6 (Parkrose High School)

Jan. 15

7 p.m.

Bob Beisell Invitational (Forest Grove)

Jan. 27

4 p.m.

Dual GSW Meet (Eisenschmidt Pool)

Jan. 20

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet (St. Helens Middle School)

La Salle Prep vs. St. Helens

Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts, Parkrose, St. Helens

Parkrose, Putnam, St. Helens

Wilsonville vs. St. Helens

Wilsonville vs. St. Helens

Scappoose vs. St. Helens

Beaverton, Benson, Canby, Century, Forest Grove, Hood River Valley, Jefferson, Portland, St. Helens, The Dalles / Dufur, West Albany, Wilsonville, Nelson

Hillsboro vs. St. Helens

Feb. 3

4 p.m.

GSW Meet (SHARC (Shute Park Aquatic Center))

Jan. 26

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet (Parkrose)

Feb. 11

8 a.m.

NWOC Districts (Parkrose High School)

Feb. 11-12

TBD

NWOC District Meet

Hillsboro, Scappoose, St. Helens

Hillsboro, La Salle Prep, Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts, Parkrose, Putnam, Scappoose, St. Helens, Wilsonville

St. Helens vs. Parkrose

Hillsboro, Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts, Parkrose, Putnam, Scappoose, St. Helens, Wilsonville

ST. HELENS HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SWIMMING Dec. 16

4 p.m.

Dual BSW Meet (Eisenschmidt Pool)

Jan. 6

4 p.m.

NWOC week 5 (Eisenschmidt Pool)

Jan. 12

4:30 p.m. St. Helens, Putnam (Parkrose High School)

Jan. 27

4 p.m.

La Salle Prep vs. St. Helens

Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts, Parkrose, St. Helens

Parkrose, Putnam, St. Helens, Wilsonville

Wilsonville vs. St. Helens

Dual BSW Meet (Eisenschmidt Pool)

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SPORTS SCHEDULES

WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULES 2021

SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 7 Dec. 9 Dec. 14 Dec. 16 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Jan. 4 Jan. 5 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 13 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 24 Jan. 27 Jan. 31 Feb. 3 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 22 Feb. 25 March 1

7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 5 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 5:45 p.m. 5:45 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

At Aloha At Sunset Vs. Glencoe Vs. Southridge Vs. Lake Oswego At Sprague Vs. The Dalles At David Douglas At Astoria At Forest Grove At Hood River Valley At La Salle Prep Vs. Wilsonville At Putnam Vs. Hillsboro At Parkrose Vs. St. Helens

Vs. Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

Vs. La Salle Prep Vs. Putnam At Hillsboro Vs. Parkrose At St. Helens (St. Helens Middle School)

Dec. 8

4 p.m.

Wilsonville & Scappoose (Parkrose High School)

Dec. 10

TBD

River City Invitational (Scappoose)

Jan. 13

4 p.m.

Dual BSW Meet

Feb. 3

4 p.m.

BSW Meet (SHARC (Shute Park Aquatic Center))

Parkrose, Scappoose, Wilsonville

Scappoose vs. Parkrose

SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SWIMMING 4 p.m.

NWOC Week #2 (Parkrose High School)

Parkrose, Scappoose, Wilsonville

Dec. 10

TBD

River City Invitational (Scappoose)

Jan. 13

4 p.m.

Dual GSW Meet (Parkrose High School)

Feb. 3

4 p.m.

GSW Meet (SHARC (Shute Park Aquatic Center))

Feb. 11

8 a.m.

NWOC Districts (Parkrose High School)

Molalla, Scappoose

Scappoose vs. Parkrose

7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

Hillsboro, Scappoose, St. Helens

Vs. McMinnville Vs. South Salem At Astoria At Southridge At Century At The Dalles Vs. Canby At Hood River Valley Vs. La Salle Prep Vs. Putnam At Hillsboro Vs. Parkrose At St. Helens (St. Helens Middle School) At Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

At La Salle Prep Vs. Wilsonville At Putnam Vs. Hillsboro At Parkrose Vs. St. Helens

Vs. Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts

SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Dec. 7

TBD

Dual WRE Meet

Dec. 16

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet

Jan. 6

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet (St. Helens Middle School)

Jan. 12

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet

Jan. 20

TBD

Dual WRE Meet (Scappoose High School)

Jan. 20

7 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet

Feb. 2

6 p.m.

Dual WRE Meet

Feb. 11 - 12

TBD

NWOC District Meet

Scappoose vs. Rainier

Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts vs. Scappoose

Scappoose vs. St. Helens

Putnam vs. Scappoose

Hillsboro, Scappoose, St. Helens

Dec. 8

Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 17 Dec. 21 Jan. 4 Jan. 7 Jan. 10 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 24 Jan. 27 Jan. 31 Feb. 3 Feb. 8 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 22 Feb. 25 March 3

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SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SWIMMING

Molalla, Scappoose

SCAPPOOSE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL

Banks vs. Scappoose

Parkrose vs. Scappoose

Scappoose vs. Hillsboro

Hillsboro, Milwaukie / Milwaukie Acad. of the Arts, Parkrose, Putnam, Scappoose, St. Helens, Wilsonville

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WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULES 2021 RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 1 Dec. 2 Dec. 7 Dec. 8 Dec. 10 Dec. 14 Dec. 16 Dec. 18 Dec. 28 Dec. 29 Dec. 30 Jan. 11 Jan. 14 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 25 Jan. 28 Feb. 1 Feb. 4 Feb. 8 Feb. 11

7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 2 p.m. TBD TBD TBD 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. TBD 7:30 p.m.

Vs. Riverdale At Portland Adventist Acad. At Western Christian Vs. Neah-Kah-Nie Vs. TBD (Umatilla High School) At Yamhill-Carlton At Oregon Episcopal At Catlin Gabel Vs. TBD ( Astoria High School) Vs. TBD ( Astoria High School) Vs. TBD (Astoria High School) At Taft At Tillamook At Clatskanie Vs. Willamina At Warrenton Vs. Taft Vs. Valley Catholic Vs. Clatskanie At Willamina Vs. Warrenton

RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 1 Dec. 2 Dec. 7 Dec. 8 Dec. 10 Dec. 14 Dec. 16 Dec. 18 Dec. 28 Dec. 29 Dec. 30 Jan. 11 Jan. 14 Jan. 18 Jan. 21 Jan. 25 Jan. 28 Feb. 1 Feb. 4 Feb. 8 Feb. 11

5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 12:30 p.m. TBD TBD TBD 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Vs. Dayton At Portland Adventist Acad. At Western Christian Vs. Neah-Kah-Nie Vs. TBD (Umatilla High School) At Yamhill-Carlton At Oregon Episcopal At Catlin Gabel Vs. TBD (Astoria High School) Vs. TBD (Astoria High School) Vs. TBD (Astoria High School) At Taft Vs. Tillamook At Clatskanie Vs. Willamina At Warrenton Vs. Taft Vs. Valley Catholic Vs. Clatskanie At Willamina Vs. Warrenton

RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SWIMMING

RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SWIMMING Dec. 11

TBD

December Invitational (Lewis & Clark)

Dec. 11

TBD

December Invitational (Lewis & Clark)

Feb. 5

TBD

February Invitational (Lewis & Clark)

Jan. 22

TBD

Cheese Relay Tillamook (YMCA)

Feb. 5

TBD

February Invitational (Lewis & Clark)

Catlin Gabel, Corbett, Kennedy, La Grande, Molalla, Philomath, Rainier, Riverdale

Catlin Gabel, Cove, Gladstone, Madras, Molalla, Rainier, Riverdale, Sisters

RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Dec. 4

TBD

Estacada Tournament (Estacada High School)

Dec. 7

TBD

Dual WRE Meet

Dec. 7

TBD

Dual WRE Meet

Jan. 20

3:30 p.m.

Jan. 22

TBD

Estacada, Molalla, Rainier Scappoose vs. Rainier Riverside vs. Rainier Dayton, Rainier, Taft

TBD

CLATSKANIE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL At TBD (East Linn Christian Acad. Tournament - East Linn Christian)

Dec. 4

7 p.m.

At TBD (East Linn Christian Acad. Tournament - East Linn Christian)

Dec. 9

6 p.m.

Special District 2 (Dayton High School)

Dec. 11

7 p.m.

Dec. 14

6 p.m.

Vs. De La Salle North Catholic

Gopher Classic (Gresham High School)

Dec. 16

5 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - Dayton High School)

Dec. 17

5 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - Dayton High School)

Dec. 18

5 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - Dayton High School)

Dec. 28

5 p.m.

At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria High School)

Dec. 29

5 p.m.

At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria High School)

Dec. 30

5 p.m.

At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria High School)

Jan. 4

6 p.m.

Jan. 7

7 p.m.

Jan. 8

TBD

Jan. 11

7:30 p.m.

Jan. 14

7:30 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - At Dayton HS)

Jan. 18

7:30 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - AtDayton HS)

Jan. 25

7:30 p.m.

At TBD (Dayton Tournament - At Dayton HS)

Jan. 28

6 p.m.

Feb. 1

6 p.m.

Feb. 4

6 p.m.

Feb. 11

6 p.m.

Special District 2 (Districts) (Yamhill-Carlton HS)

CLATSKANIE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Catlin Gabel, Cove, Gladstone, Madras, Molalla, Rainier, Riverdale, Sisters

5 p.m.

Amity, Clatskanie, Dayton, Rainier, Taft, Warrenton, Willamina / Falls City, Yamhill-Carlton

Dec. 3 Dec. 4 Dec. 9 Dec. 11 Dec. 14 Dec. 16 Dec. 17 Dec. 18 Dec. 28 Dec. 29 Dec. 30 Jan. 4 Jan. 8 Jan. 11 Jan. 14 Jan. 18 Jan. 25 Jan. 28 Feb. 1 Feb. 4 Feb. 11

Rainier, TIllamook

Dec. 3

Bend, Centennial, Franklin, Gresham, Harrisburg, McNary, Rainier, RA Long (WA)

Feb. 19

Catlin Gabel, Corbett, Kennedy, La Grande, Molalla, Philomath, Rainier, Riverdale

At Santiam (Silver Cross Tournament - East Linn Christian) At TBD (East Linn Christian Academy - East Linn Christian Academy)

At Portland Adventist Acad. Vs. Ilwaco (WA) Vs. De La Salle North Catholic

At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria, HS) At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria High School) At TBD (Vince Dulcich Tournament - Astoria High School)

Vs. Amity Vs. Astoria At Warrenton Vs. Taft Vs. Rainier At Willamina Vs. Warrenton At Taft At Rainier Vs. Willamina

At Portland Adventist Acad. At Ilwaco (WA)

Vs. Amity Vs. Castle Rock (WA) Vs. Astoria At Warrenton Vs. Taft Vs. Rainier At Willamina Vs. Warrenton At Taft At Rainier Vs. Willamina

CLATSKANIE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING Feb. 3

3:30 p.m.

Special District 2 (Clatskanie High School)

Feb. 10

5 p.m.

Special District 2 Duals (Taft 7-12)

Feb. 19

TBD

Special District 2 (Yamhill-Carlton High School)

Clatskanie, Dayton, Yamhill-Carlton

Clatskanie, Taft, Willamina / Falls City

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