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Council acts on property purchase, delays police decision CODY MANN/The Chief

The City of Clatskanie is seeking a federal grant to tear down the The Northwoods Inn and restore the property to wetlands following a series of damaging floods.

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Mayor Diane Pohl presented City Councilor Steve Constans with a statue of an eagle to thank him for his close attention to details.

Constans retires from Clatskanie City Council

BY JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

The Clatskanie City Council is moving forward with a plan to purchase the Northwoods Inn property at 945 E. Columbia River Highway. At its Wednesday, June 8 meeting, the council adopted a resolution seeking a $1.5 million Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant to conduct the work. “Once the purchase happens, the building will be torn down and the property returned to wetlands,” Clatskanie City Manager Greg Hinkelman said. As a result of December 2015 flood damage, the council last

month declared the Northwoods property a Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) property. Hinkelman said over the years floods have repeatedly damaged the Northwoods property. The SRL property designation would allow owner Sach Patel to sell his property to FEMA, dollar for dollar, and then FEMA would demolish the building and remove the debris. FEMA would then turn the property over to the City of Clatskanie. Hinkelman said while the deal is good for Patel, it isn’t favorable for Clatskanie. “It’s a bad deal for the city because we normally get property taxes, water, sewer and business license fees of about $9,600 from the property,” he said.

Demolition of the Northwoods Inn is pending FEMA’s acceptance of the city’s grant application. “I will run the business until they say it is time to go forward with demolition,” Patel told the council at its May meeting. Police Services Hinkelman also told the city council that a proposal to contract city police services with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is still in the works and more time is needed to work out the details of the proposal. “We are still working out the details to make sure we do it right,” Hinkelman told The Chief prior to the council session Wednesday evening. “I hope to make my report to the council

All the way to his final meeting, Steve Constans put his eagle eye to work for the City of Clatskanie. After nearly 16 years of service, Constans stepped down on at the June 8 meeting of the city council. Mayor Diane Pohl presented Constans with a statue of an eagle as a nod to his sharp eye for details, known for his close scrutiny of certain subjects that come before the council. “One of my particular interests was doing my part to make sure the city was fiscally responsible,” Constans said, noting that it was not a singular effort and saying his fellow councilors were all on the same page with respect to being financially conservative. Constans provided the council with considerable insight regarding the approach to legal marijuana as well, doing research on the regulations and state policies, which he shared at council meetings. “Different people have brought different things to the party,” he said of his diverse group of collogues. “It’s been a good blend of personalities and interests that

sometime in July. It will then be up to the council to decide if they want to accept the contract.” Discussions about contracting the police services out began last year when Hinkelman alerted the city budget committee to a financial challenge. “I told the budget committee last year that we were a disaster away from having big problems,” he said. “And now we have reached that point.” Hinkelman said the city’s financial dilemma comes from decreasing revenues and increasing costs for services. “Last year we had a contingency fund of only $9,600,” he said. “Typically, you want a 10

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Local districts to check school water Local instructor nominated BY JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

Concerns about the safety of the drinking water in Portland public schools have spread to Columbia County and triggered testing at local schools. “Because of the situation in Portland Public Schools, we have reviewed our process and will be completing these tests in a timely manner,” Clatskaine School Su-

perintendent Lloyd Hartley said. “Our maintenance supervisor is working with the city to provide for these tests, hopefully within the month.” The Portland schools drinking water crisis unfolded in April following reports in media outlets of lead levels exceeding federal safety standards. According to the World Health Organization, too much lead can damage various systems of the body including the nervous and reproductive systems, the kidneys and it can cause high blood pressure and anemia. The lead can be found in lead piping. The Portland public schools get water from the city of Portland through the Bull Run watershed. Several of the Portland schools turned off the fountains and began providing bottle water to the students pending further testing. Hartley said while the Clatskanie district conducts the tests, the schools drinking fountains would not be shut off but that the district would answer any student’s concerns about drinking the water. “Currently our drinking fountains are open and if a student wanted a bottle of water, we would give that to them,” he said. “If they have any questions they are welcomed to come in and talk with me.” Hartley said the district has every reason to believe the drinking water at the schools is safe because it comes from the city.

“We will share the results of the tests once they are available,” he said. Rainer School District Superintendent Michael Carter and his maintenance staff met on June 6 to review the drinking water issue and increasing public interest. “We knew this was going to be an issue,” Cater said. According to Carter, the Rainer District operates a 480foot well for its school water and checks the system daily. “We are in good shape,” he said. “Look at our water ratings from the state and [you will see that] they are outstanding.”

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Oregon Teacher of the Year BY JEREMY C. RUARK jruark@countrymedia.net

“I was very much surprised and excited,” Clatskanie High School teacher Jeff Skirvin said after learning he has been nominated as 2017 Oregon Teacher of the Year. “It means to me that, hopefully, I’m doing a good job. It means a lot. “You should work very hard at everything you do. It’s nice to have someone recognize that.” Skirvin is one of 300 teachers across the state nominated for the prestigious award. Skirvin believes a parent made the anonymous online nomination through the Oregon

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Clatskanie High School forestry teacher Jeff Skirvin has been nominated as Oregon Teacher of the Year.

Global to resume ethanol shipments According to Luckett, the ethanol will arrive via rail tank car. No ethanol will be manufactured at the Port Westward plant, at least not immediately. “We’re in the process of trying to develop that business,” Luckett said. Initial quantities will be low, he said.

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Clatskanie, Rainier and St. Helens school districts are testing for lead in the schools drinking water systems.

Global Partners may soon begin shipping ethanol from its facility at Port Westward. On June 8, spokesman for the company, Dan Luckett, told the Port of St. Helens staff and commissioners the transloading company hoped to begin loading ethanol from rail cars onto ocean going barges later this month.

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• SATURDAY, June 11 • Clatskanie Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Cope’s Park. • Clatskanie Historical Museum, 1-4 p.m., Grannis Square, 350 W Columbia River Highway. SUNDAY, June 12 • Lower Columbia ABATE Meeting, 7 p.m., Colvin’s banquet room, 123 N. Nehalem Street. Monday, June 13 • Clatskanie American Legion Post 68 Meeting, 7 p.m., Legion

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hall, 930 NE 5th Street ( no mtg July, Aug) • Rainier Auxiliary #4022 F.O.E. Meeting, 7 p.m., Lodge, 109 West A Street • Rainier School District Board of Directors Meeting, 7 p.m., Board Room, 28168 Old Rainier Road Tuesday, June 14 • Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2994 Meeting, 7 p.m., VFW hall, 960 NW 5th Street, Clatskanie.

• CLATSKANIE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 215 South Nehalem Street Clatskanie, OR 97016 Phone: (503) 728-2300 Clatskanie Presbyterian Church is a community of Christian faith that expresses a relationship with God, and the Holy Spirit for everyone individually and collectively. Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. Pastor Erik Huget Sunday, June 12 – Sermon title – “Which Will Love Him More? Old Testament Lesson – 1 Kings 21: 1-14 Gospel Lesson – Luke 7: 36-8:3 Reading for Today – Meeting God Again for the First Time: Marcus Borg Wednesday study group will meet at 11:00 a.m. in the Fireside Room “Come as you are, everyone is welcome.” HOLY NATIVITY EASTERN ORTHODOX MISSION 867 5th St., Hammond Or (503) 440-3930 or (503) 298-3453

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Thursday, June 16 • Rainier Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 12 noon, Rainier United Methodist Church, 1st and C streets. • Rainier City Library Board of Directors Meeting, 5 p.m., Rainier City Hall, 106 West B Street. Friday, June 17 • Clatskanie Garden Club Meeting, 11 a.m., Fultano’s Pizza Parlor, 770 E. Columbia River Highway. • NAMI Support Group Meet-

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Spring cleanup should Tift selected as RSVP prevent, not start wildfires Volunteer of the Month

Many Oregonians have Unitedgood intentions when they nd Cset out to eliminate the fire hazards around the home. rangeBut the way they go about it p.m.,may actually start a wildfire. eaverUsing the right tool in the right place at the right time is crucial during clean-up. Get any of these wrong, and the outcome could be disastrous. Meet- In late July 2015, the nquetStouts Creek Fire in SW eet. Oregon ignited, eventually growing to more than 26,000 acres and costing millions of dollars to put out. The blaze was caused by a resident mowing dry grass, with the probable intention to reduce the fire hazard. Spring is the time to clean up excess vegetation, not during the summer when fuels are dry and susceptible to a spark from a steel blade striking a rock or emitted by a hot exhaust system. Improper equipment use ranks as the No. 2 cause of wildfires on state-protected lands in Oregon. CH Follow current fire restrictions Check with the local Oregon Department of Forestry district or forest protective association to learn if there are any current restrictions or regulations on the use of internal combustion engines (lawn mowers, chainsaws, weed trimmers). Some areas may restrict their use depending on weather and vegetation conditions.

Mow before 10 a.M. The best time of day to use gas-powered equipment is early morning, when the humidity is higher and temperatures are lower. Never mow when it’s windy or excessively dry. Use the right tool for the job Lawn mowers are designed to mow lawns, not weeds or tall, dry grass. Use a weed trimmer with plastic line, vs. metal blades that can strike rocks, create sparks and start a wildfire. Remove rocks in the area before you begin operating any power equipment to avoid sparks. Portable gas-powered equipment spark arrester In wildland areas, an escaped carbon particle from a muffler may be all it takes to start a fire. This includes cars, tractors, harvesters, chainsaws, weed trimmers and mowers. Keep the exhaust system in proper working order, spark arresters clear of carbon build-up, and the engine free of oil and dust. Allow equipment to cool before refilling with gasoline. Use the recommended grade of fuel and don’t top it off. Wildfire awareness, preparedness and prevention are crucial this year. Be a part of the solution and learn more at: www. keeporegongreen.org.

Congratulations to Marily Tift! She has been selected as RSVP’s Volunteer of the Month for May. She is a long-time volunteer at the Rainier Senior Center and has many roles including board member and treasurer for the center. Tift helps coordinates the volunteers and is involved with many of the fundraisers needed to help the center be successful. Tift also operates the gift shop.

RSVP and center administrators thank Marily for helping make the Rainier Senior Center a great place for seniors to go. The RSVP Retired Senior Volunteer Program’s purpose is to engage persons 55 and older in volunteer service to meet critical community needs and provide a high quality experience that enriches the lives of the volunteers. For more information, call 888-538-5457.

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“What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us, are tiny matters compared to what lies within us,” the quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes is the theme for the Senior class of 2017 at Clatskanie High School as 42 students are set to graduate on Saturday, June 11. Principal Amy McNeil said her message to the

graduates is simple. “Never give up,” she said. “Many students had essential skills and credits to make up this year and it was frustrating, but they’ve preserved and did it. Also learn to ask for and accept help. We can’t journey through life without support.” According to McNeil, the senior class faced challenges and accomplishments this year including parenting, essential skills, work samples, credit recov-

Rosa Dale-Moore, a 2012 graduate of Rainier Senior High School, graduated from the University of Puget Sound on May 15, 2016. Dale-Moore majored in science, technology, and society, with an emphasis in neuroscience and bioethics, and was awarded the degree Bachelor of Arts. Dale-Moore is the daughter of Alison and Roger Dale-Moore of Rainier. While a student at Puget Sound, Dale-Moore partici-

pated in Voices for Planned Parenthood; the Bioethics Club; the American Medical Student Association, as President; Chemistry Club; Residence Life; Concert Band; Wind Ensemble; and the Symphony Orchestra. She was a Coolidge Otis Chapman Honors Scholar. Founded in 1888, the University of Puget Sound is a 2,600-student, independent, national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Wash.

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Pictured from left to right, 2016 Princess Judy Thompson (Scappoose); Princess Shirley Walker (St. Helens); Princess Lillibell Welter (Rainier); Marily Tift; Princess Linda Kissinger (Clatskanie).

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ery and going to state in many sports and forestry. McNeil said she hopes the seniors take away a positive experience from their time at the school. “Take your responsibility seriously, get your work done then have fun,” she said. “Appreciate those around you and show it.” Graduation at Clatskanie High School is set for 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11 at the high school gymnasium.

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Readers of all ages will explore all things sports and fitness this summer as the Clatskanie Library presents “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” during their summer library program. Activities include art projects, games, physical challenges, a special program put on by the University of Oregon’s Museum of Natural and Cultural History, a juggling program, and more. The 2016 Summer Reading Program is open to young people 4-12 years, and will begin at 1 pm on June 29,

and continue each Wednesday through August 3. Due to space limitations, the library program will be held at the Clatskanie River Inn located at 600 E. Columbia River Highway. Please enter through the doors located at the back of the building. Signs will be posted to lead the way. For more information or to register your child/children, please call the library at 503-728-3732 or stop by the library at 11 Lillich St. Registration is required.

Class of 1956 reunion set Fourth of July The graduating class of Clatskanie Union High School, Class of 1956, is set to hold its class reunion beginning at 3 p.m. on Monday, July Fourth in the banquet room at Colvin’s Pub & Grill, in Clatskanie. Those attending are

asked to please call Judy (Webster) Chapman at 503665-8920 to tell her their choice of chicken or steak, payment for the meal will be taken at Colvin’s. Organizers also ask that classmates call each other to encourage attendance.

Rainier music groups earn state trophies Three musical groups from Rainier Jr/Sr High have come away winners after competing in the Oregon State music championships. The Rainier Four, a boys vocal quartet competed in the Oregon Music Educators State ensemble contest Friday, April 29 at Pacific University in Forest Grove. They were awarded second place in State in the male vocal division, competing against all school sizes in the state. In order to qualify for the State ensemble contest, the group must be awarded a “superior” rating at the district competition in February. The Rainier Jr/Sr High School Concert choir was awarded the third place trophy in class 3A at the OSAA (Oregon State Activities Association) State Choir Championships held May 5 at George Fox University in Newberg. Bob Emminger on the piano accompanied. the choir.

Rainier School officials said this was an especially high honor as the top three choirs in 3A are usually private schools in the Portland or Salem metropolitan areas. The award placed Rainier as the top scoring public school choir in the state of Oregon at the 3A level. Last year was the first year the Rainier choir had ever qualified for state. In order to qualify, the band or choir must be awarded at least two superior ratings from three judges at a district or league qualifying competition. The Rainier High School concert band was awarded the third place trophy in class 3A at the OSAA State Band Championships held May 11 at Oregon State University in Corvallis. This is the second year that the band has qualified for the State festival since 2004. David Judd conducts the Rainier groups.

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energy being generated. semble a “go bag” or a “bugsafety tip in school. It turns Fawcett said the problem out bag,” a backpack with out the door is one of the is there was not a significant emergency supplies kept in a Pick your sessions. least safe places in a building release of energy in the past readily accessible place. Session 1: June 20 to Rentals are available to ride out a quake. 316 years in the area. She The most important item July 1 on during the week and At the Columbia River said the most recent Cascadia to keep at the ready is water. Session 2: July 11 to Saturday and Sunday. Cost Communities Emergency quake occurred in 1700. That Instead of plastic water July 22 is $86.00 for two hours, up Preparedness Fair this past Clatskanie Rural Fire south of the BoiseFawcett mill recommends CCMH. quake resulted injust a 16-foot bottles, Session 3: July 25 to to 30 bodies that are swim- weekend, people had the opProtection District report property. It appears that 5/28/15 Br wave in Japan that was emergency water pouches August 5 ming. You can have more portunity to learnFrom a number May 23 through a fire was set either delibdust fire: S. C known as the orphan tsunami with expiration dates, which Session 4: August 8 to bodies and more hours, just of survival preparation skills June 2, Clatskanie RFPD erately or accidentally on River Highwa because the earthquake causcan be found in many stores. August 19 a difference in price. and techniques, a subject ing it came from so far away Your bag should also contain responded to 11 calls for the small wood dock by an This was a sm Recreational Swim/ For more information some had not visited since that3itfirewas not felt. nonperishable unknown person. The fire foods2and foota barkdus Then pick your time Lap Swim available June on rentals and schedules, grade school. medical assistance, According aidand kit. did related calls, and answered 5 to Fawcett, was extremelyfirst small side of the Be slot: 9-10 a.m.; 10-11 21-Aug. 24, Tuesdays and please go to the Rainier So, where are you safest researchers determined there In addition to the basics,Probab other calls for service. not cause any appreciable Hotel. a.m.; 11 a.m.-noon; 5-6 Wednesdays only from 1-3 High School webpage, when the ground starts to were seven quake-generated Fawcett carries a LifeStraw, p.m. ore 6-7 p.m. p.m. www.rainier.k12.or.us and May 27, there was an ildamage to the dock. The a discarded ci shake? According to Della tsunami instancesfire during whichwith is a aportable water Recreational Swim/Lap click on Department, then legal burn reported. was consistent No spread to s Fawcett, a geologist and en3,500 years, saying filter designed for one person The swim lessons proSwim available June 24Briarcliff Pool or call 503vironmental consultant, youthere the May 28, waspast a mocigarette-caused fire. A vehicles and n estimates for their frequency to use and able to remove gram is designed to teach Aug. 19, Fridays only 7-9 556-4217. should find a sturdy table or tor vehicle crash.range from everysmall, unauthorized campfire 100-600 waterborne bacteria and5/30/15 Str personal water safety and p.m. No Recreational swim chair to shelter under, May and 30, there years. was aWith the previous ring was also located near parasites. They have29451 been Old Ra hang on to it until the quake structure fire on Old Rainier the dock and was still warm Rainier. quake happening 316 years used in developing nations This stops. Road. from prior use. Contact the cant structure ago, some would say we are and crisis zones. A doorway is May essentially 31, there due wasfor anthe next one, Portsome of St. HelensShe foralso further amultimetal barn, carries a a hole in a wall, and Fawcett illegal burn. The homeowner information. 40x50 in size. would say overdue. tool that resembles a hatchet said the lack of structural extinguished the fire. “You can’t predict earthor hammer, complete with 5/28/15 Structure fire: used for raisin support makes it less desirquakes, but based on what notches for turning on or off 735 Matzen St., St. Helens. (chicks), stora able, but still safer than going they’ve seen in Japan, and water and natural gas lines. Columbia River Fire This came in as a structure a 1978 Chevy outside during the shaking. they’ve seenfire in Turkey, Other supply and Rescuewhat report but was actually a stovesuggestions legal marijuan However, it is also important it has been predicted that in include: rope, fire-starting was a 78% emerissue. The residents had The cause of t to be mindful of aThere swinging thefor next we havethe stove materials, duct tape,assigned a radio, to a gency medical all50 yearsstarted cleaning door, which could cause inju- rate a 1 in 3 chance of it hapa windup flashlight, eatcalls this past week. ries with enough force. cycle and this caused a good system used to pening,” Fawcett said. “The ing utensils, weatherproof Thank you our mother’s (nana’s) house Berg allpay your help. The United States for the debt thatfor you 5/25/15 Dumpster/outside deal of smoke lighter, and fumes warm the chic convergent plate boundary matches, hygiene Geological callsPort-managed land The on pain that23. lifeSpecial was to thanksIt is a debt they Tom collect May & Claire Wilcox Survey fire: On due to a stove that had not no kit. extension t BY ROBERT WILCOXEN is 650-miles long, and we supplies, and a sewing theWilcox method foratriding everyday We would like to thankbring to Sheriff Goodwin; you For the Chief will Tom & Kelly end ofoutRailroadexpect Avenue, been cleaned recently. All that is located the entire boundary to earthquakes Cover, This was a fire theforever songs in youour used all the Fire and Rescue crewsQuitbe hearts for Matt & Amanda Wilcox Drop, St. Helens. residents evacuated anda plan is assigned at move.” Have and Hold On. on Thea idea is you to sing saving her life, also to Nick For others it seems the There is a sadnesstofor who responded a fire out Rainier small dock moored there were no injuries. This may be m She said the big quake For those who arebut conwant to be as small possins go away my song in theasScappoose Bay area a group home operated by on insurance e is expected to be 9.0 on cerned about reacting during sible in a quake. For the mother who left But my precious baby For it has come and the Richter scale (approxia catastrophe, creating a “The reason doorways And the father that’s still has to pay gone mately 10,000-times more family contact plan is crucial. were thought to be soRalph safe Kleger, gone station at the John Kleger place shows. co- and more onthan the road andItover the grade. The acar was dri shaking is important to have plan is because were made For my precious baby When will the light But there is still someoperative observer for the U.S.they weather bureau, reports that Schnoover and with him in the front seat a 1,000,000-times more that all of your immediate were h out of wood, and most all The pain still goes on bring themthe a view thing I must do mean temperature for the month was 54.13 degrees while Martin and Emily Mustola. received energy released than the 5.6 family knows The well,driver and will old buildings were made out When will they give I must sing a song for Richter scale Scotts Mills be able to follow through on the maximum temperature was 78 (on May 20th) and the shoulder and severe abrasions of the face and sc of unreinforced masonry,” For the hope that you your soul back to you you quake of 1993). She added it in the event a disaster strikes minimum was 33 (on May 24th). The total rainfall was .53 Schnoover, who was transported to Emanuel H Fawcett said. “So when loose could last from four to nine when your family is not inches. Eighteen days of the month were clear, seven partly Portland on Sunday was the most seriously inju A letter from Clatskanie’s Past... a quake hit, the buildings I pray everyday you You are not the one who Child of the winds of minutes. together. cloudy and six cloudy. Thecrumble heaviest rainfall occurred on knee cap torn loose and the knee dislocated, ser would and the doors didn’t bargain for the debt failed precious baby time “It would change the way Assume there will be no the 16th and 17th. There was a light frost on the 2nd of the lacerations, the bones of the forehead being exp would stand – not because Juneyour 5, 1935 that you pay Lets us count the ones I wish pain could the Northwest looks,” she electricity, no cell phone received month and far more unusual a killing frost on the 24th. The the brow was lacerated. Emily Mustola they were safer, but because who failed you Clatskanie, Oregon be mine to rupture service, and that not badl prevailing wind of the month wasmasonry from the head injuries, the skin and you fleshwill being unreinforced wasnorthwest. so said. “It’s goingand That you did not bargain the fault from northern Calibe able to use your vehicle. More sheep have unsafe.” arrived in St. Helens the past fornia week to toVancouver be by the hard surface of the highway. The passen Island, How will you contact your Dear Sally, After an cutover earthquake, pastured on Columbia County land. Approximately back seat had lesser the group affecting California, Oregon, loved injuries; ones in those circum-was bro Congratulations to Mrs. move if possible, 16,000 sheep from east ofoutside the mountains are now Washington crazing in andthe Clatskanie Hospital where they Canada.” stances and where willwere you cared Anna Sirnio, Route 1, by ave overly stay clear the county. Kenneth and C. Miller, S. of P. buildings, & S. agriculturalInagent, exception of Martin Schnoover allthan were dismiss Columbia County, meet them? Rather Clatskanie, who was recently cars, power lines, trees orconferring with W. night from the hospital. and four sheepmen were in town Tuesday Fawcett said soil liquefaction hoping for the best, plan to awarded a certificate of anything that might T. Evenson relative to placing some oncome the Bensonand Timber The drum and bugle corps, sponsored landslides would present rendezvous at a certain placeby the Fawcett said steering recipe endorsement by Better Company holdings. down. Legion left this morning on the train for Portlan some of the most signifiin the event of an emergency. clear of downed power poles Homes and Gardens for her cant threats. The ground in For those who commute Arvid Mattson, who is charged with assault with intent to will compete and march in the floral parade this is particularly noteworthy devil’s food cake. The certifiOregon highlyThe saturated, across of Multnomah the county Hotel kill, following the shootings of Sergeant Kenneth Healea isand boys will be takenortooutthe because you may not be able cate, which brings national so along the Columbia for work, be prepared a go by Cal E. Throne, state to officers at Astoria, about weeks at noon and to dress for the parade. for They see loose power lines untilthreemore recognition to Mrs. Sirnio is River, and shaking causes long walk home if necessary. ago, will enter a defense pleading insanity, according to stadium where the paraders assemble. A large n it is too late given by Better Homes and sink and friends It may be helpful to word from Astoria. “It is survivable,” Fawcett the soil particlesoftoparents planned to accompany th Gardens only to distinguished and water to rise, creatingon a thenetwork with Deliveries of fishsaid. at Astoria showed big increase Portland train. The S.your P. &neighbors S made a spe “It is scary, and apeople effect that causes when planning, find out recipes which pass its testing need to know the science be- quicksand Wednesday, indicating that the June run of Chinook as even trip rate to of $1.30 for adults and half fare for chi vehicles, structures where they will meet. If a kitchen’s trials for dependhind it, but itFishermen is survivable.” started entering the Columbia. operating near the three-day return limit. sink rapidly into the ground. large-scale disaster occurs, ability, excellence of taste mouth of the river were getting between 400 and 500“Any pounds Thewhere nationalitconvention the who Finnish Apos lowland area is helpful toof know and family usefulness. Mrs. The Big One per boat. an Church will be held in Clatskanie this comin they are prone to flooding, from your community may Sirnio’s recipe follows: Northwest, Disaster threatened In thethe bigPacific Benson Timber Company log sessions beginning Sunday morning at 10 a.m. Mrs. Anna Sirnio there is a good chance that be missing or injured. Comsit upon a convergent Devil’s Food Cake raft late Sunday nearwe Astoria when the towing drum on the Thursday evening. Four years ago the conventio we are going to see liquefacmunication and preparation the Juan ½ cup shortening; 1 ½ cups sugar; 4 egg yolks, beaten; tug Roosevelt, whichplate wasboundary; to take the raft to San Diego, was Fawcett heldsaid. here and brought tion there,” is key totogether survivinga alarge cata-gathering de Fuca Plate, a small plate ¾ cup chocolate; 3 tablespoons hot water; 1 cup milk; 1 tsp. “Your house could be built strophic event. disabled soon after the tug had crossed out from the river Midwest and the West. At that time on Sunday adjacent to the larger Pacific a great but at the meeting and a crowd of almost baking powder; ¼ tsp. salt and 4 egg whites, stiffly beaten. entrance. After six hours work assisted by anotheron tug, the foundation, were fed

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Cream the butter until soft, then gradually add the sugar and continue creaming until smooth. Add the egg yolks, which have been beaten until thick and lemon colored. Stir in the chocolate, which has been mixed to a smooth past in the hot water, Alternate the milk and vanilla (combined) with the flour which has been sifted with the baking powder and salt, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites. Place in 2 greased and floured 9-inch cake pans. Bake in a moderate oven (350 to 375 degrees) for about 30 minutes. Cool and ice with 7-minute icing and sprinkle with coconut. Mrs. Sirnio was kind enough to share her recipe at a recent grange meeting; I am so excited to give it a try! May was not only a cool month, but it was also a month of little rainfall, the report of Clatskanie’s new weather

Roosevelt returned to the river and the raft was beached near Flavel. Repairs are now being completed on the tug’s towing engine and the raft is now expected to be on its way safely by the middle of next week. It contains about 5,000,000 feet of logs. Two river channel buoys were carried away by the towline as it drifted about the channel. Both were recovered and replaced the day following. A near tragedy occurred last Saturday night when several young people were badly injured in an auto accident near the Karvonen home. The group, which included Emily Mustola, Cora Draper, Elsie Hill, Walter Daly of Clatskanie, and Frances Hill, Martin and Oliver Schnoover of Kalama went for a ride and failed to make the curve at the scene of the accident. The car skidded some distance before turning over on the highway. Several of the occupants were thrown out

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Police Reports Columbia County Sheriff’s Office May 30 – A burglary in progress was reported 22297 Highway 30. May 30 - A non-injury traffic accident was reported at McDermott Road and Canaan Road. May 31 – Gary Smith, 30, of Rainier was arrested for attempting to elude, menacing, probation violation, and reckless driving at 2400 Gable Road. May 31 – Harassment was reported at 59473 Yarmer Lane. June 1 – Joshua Painter, 30, of St. Helens was arrested for child neglect at 29627 Edgewood Drive. June 1 – A stolen vehicle was reported at 57789 Fisher Lane. June 2 – Theft of services was reported at 58645 McNulty Way. June 2 – Criminal mischief was reported at Warrior Rock Light

House. June 3 – Following a traffic stop, George Kusiowski, 66, of Rainier was arrested for forgery at 70360 Columbia River Highway. June 3 – Threats were reported at 27064 Old Rainier Road. June 4 – A suicide threat was reported at 35792 Riverside Lane. June 4 – Trespassing was reported at 17269 Sheely Creak Road. June 5 – Teah Deardorf, 31, of Portland was arrested for attempt to elude (vehicle and foot), reckless driving, reckless endangering and attempted assault. June 5 – Timothy Swearingen, 30, of Lake Oswego was arrested for disorderly conduct. Rainier Police Department May 31 – Leonard Hatcher was

taken into custody for DUII following a single-vehicle accident on Highway 30 near the bridge. June 1 – An officer responded to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 30 near Rockcrest. No citations were issued. June 3 – A woman called after she locked her keys in her car. An officer was able to assist her by making entry into her vehicle. June 4 – A 1988 Chevrolet pickup, two-tone brown and gold with a blue canopy, was stolen from the parking lot of Don Pedro’s while the owner was eating inside. The vehicle was bearing Oregon license TSV031. June 6 – Michael Vergara, of Rainier, was taken into custody on charges of domestic assault, menacing, coercion, strangulation and interfering with making a report from an incident that reportedly occurred in April.

Fire Reports Columbia River Fire & Rescue May 30 – A vehicle fire was reported on Fernhill/Ferncrest Road in the Rainier area. Reported in the previous week’s blotter, a fire inside a truck was called in to CCom at this approximate location. CRFR crews were able to locate the vehicle. June 3 – A downed power line was reported on Fernhill Road. Crews were unable to locate the

line; the call may have been a false alarm. June 5 – A vehicle fire was reported on Highway 30 and Larson Road. A 2003 Hyundai Accent caught fire in the engine compartment after the long run up Rainier Hill. Driver was able to stop and exit the vehicle safely. A passerby stopped and extinguished the flames. Damage was estimated at $3,500.

June 5 – A vehicle fire was reported in the Rainier area. A Chrysler Caravan caught fire under the hood while parked in driveway. The owner extinguished the fire. No injuries reported. Damage was estimated at $3500. The EMS rate for the period was 81 percent.

percent contingency.” The new city general fund budget is $1,128,000. Hinkelman said in 2015 the city budgeted $748,000 for the police department which funded a chief, a sergeant, three officers, a police secretary and incidental costs, such as lease payments for police vehicles, training and overtime. “If we keep the police department operating through the city we’d have a reduced staff which is what we have currently; an interim chief, a sergeant and two patrol officers,” Hinkelman said. “We would look to see if that was sustainable.” The cost of providing police services would be $550,000 annually under the proposed contract with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. Hinkelman said the city would pay $440,000 of that cost and the Sheriff’s Office

would cover the remaining $110,000. “We would not see a lot of savings the first year, but in subsequent years we would,” Hinkelman said. The Sheriff’s Office would operate the police services out of the existing Clatskanie Police Department. “The big advantage for the city is that the Sheriff’s Office will man the post and hopefully not incur overtime where as we would face overtime that we cannot afford if an officer needs training or vacation,” Hinkelman said. Hinkelman said currently the Clatskanie Police Department is receiving constant calls for service. “My officers are very busy,” he said. “We are receiving consistent calls for services from domestic disputes to traffic issues. My suspicion is that most of our crimes are fueled by drug abuse.” If the city council approves the proposed police

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services contract Hinkelman said it would be for two to three years. “When this thing gets going, the sheriff and I would be working to see that this is a success,” Hinkelman said. “Nobody wins if this doesn’t work.” Other Council Action Also at its Wednesday night session, the city council adopted the new general fund budget of $1,128,000, a resolution approving a $75,000 loan from the Timber and Infrastructure Improvement Fund to the city’s general fund to clear a deficit from the 2015 operating budget, held a public meeting and first reading of ordinance zone map amendment for the Port of St. Helens building to allow small business operations for new economic development, and said goodbye Councilor Steve Constans who announced in May he was moving out of the area. Constans has served as city councilor for the past 15 years. The council has yet to announce Constans replacement. Follow city council issues at thechief.com

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Clatskanie High Sc Class of 2015

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Department of Education. The nominations closed on May 13. The Oregon Teacher of the Year Program started in 1955 when Monmouth Elementary School teacher Margaret (Perry) Teufel won the honor. The Oregon State winner is then a candidate for the National Teacher of the Year Award (NTOY) that began in 1952 and continues as the most prestigious national honors program focusing public attention on excellence in teaching. A national selection committee representing the major national education organizations selects the NTOY from among the State Teachers of the Year. Each April, the President of the United States introduces the National Teacher of the Year winner. To be considered for the lister 2017 Oregon Teacher of the Year, candidates must submit an application that includes testimonies and letters of support, according to Jenni Knaus, Oregon Department of Education spokesperson. “Applications are reviewed by a blue ribbon panel consisting of educa-

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Cater said new fountains were also installed at the schools last year. The district also contracts with a commercial firm that cleans the water systems storage tanks every three years. He said the district spends from $4,500 to $7,000 for that service. The tank cleaning is planned for later this summer “We are on top of this,” he said. “We feel very comfortable with our water; I even drink it.” Carter said Rainer is also keeping a close watch on the school’s radon levels. High levels of radon, a cancer-causing radioactive gas, have also been discovered at some Portland schools. “We especially watch that and we currently have extremely low [radon] levels,” he said. Hartley said Clatskanie

tors, education advocates and members of the community,” Knaus said. “The finalists are then interviewed by the Oregon Department of Education staff and recommended to the Oregon Department of Education Deputy Superintendent for selection.” Knaus said the Oregon Teacher of the Year will be selected this fall during a surprise assembly at his or here school. The teacher selected will receive a $5,000 cash award,

“It means to me that, hopefully, I’m doing a good job. It means a lot.” Jeff Skirvin, Clatskanie High School teacher a plaque, new hardware for his or her classroom from SMART Technologies, ULC, meets the President of the United States and becomes Oregon’s candidate for National Teacher of the Year. Skirvin began his teaching career in Knappa in 2007 as a forestry and art teacher. He transferred to Clatskanie in 2013 as a forestry/metals/ wood shop teacher. During his 9 years as a forestry teacher, Skirvin has led his high school teams in state competition, winning six state championships; 4 at Knappa and 2 at Clatskanie.

is not currently testing for radon. The St. Helens School District receives its water from City of St. Helens, City of Columbia City and McNutty Water District. Superintendent Scot Stockwell said testing for lead has been conducted at the schools since 2000 without any concerns. “Based on the water testing history of the district, there appears to be no immediate danger as there may be in other districts,” he said. “Regardless, in response to current concerns in other districts we have started the process of retesting our water to help assure the safety for students and community patrons. If we find concerns we will take immediate action and notify our community.” Stockwell said the district will post the water testing results at its website and send an electronic message to families. Over the past few summers, the Rainier School

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In 2015, Global Partners discontinued shipping, or transloading Bakken crude oil brought in by rail cars. Crews spent the past several months cleaning and preparing equipment for the switch to ethanol. But concerns about the dangers posed by oil trains linger. During the Port meeting, several members of the public spoke out about oil trains. The recent accident involving a crude oil train in Mosier, Ore., refocused discussion on oil trains in

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Columbia County, with commissioners and the public alike expressing concern about the safety of tank cars filled with crude oil rolling through population centers. On June 8, the Port Commission agreed to send a letter to the National Transportation Safety Board, encouraging them to fully investigate the Mosier accident. Commissioner Keith Iverson asked the staff to check with local emergency responders to make sure they are adequately prepared to handle an accident. So far, ethanol has not

Skirvin said he hopes his students take away a sense of pride and a sense of accomplishment from the classroom. “At the end of the day, I want my kids to work hard, have quality in their craftsmanship and have confidence in their skill and in themselves,” he said. At the start of each class, Skirvin opens with a plan to motivate his students. “I give them a motivational quote and/or speech,” he said. “Throughout my lessons and day I remind students of our motivational talk and keep pushing them.” Skirvin said his advice to any student thinking about becoming a teacher is simple. “It is about the kids and other people,” he said. “It’s not about yourself. It is a rough gig. Be prepared top work long hours, give everything you have and beable to ride an emotional rollercoaster.” Skirvin said being a teacher means you have to sacrifice yourself and your family at times. “But the reward is seeing all your students become adults and ready to become product citizens.” See more about the Oregon Teacher of the Year program at oregonteacheroftheyear.org.

District has added special filtered water fountains and water stations. “These new fountains provide students with better testing water and are designed to fill refillable water bottles helping the environment as well,” Stockwell said. In addition, Stockwell said the district is currently working on a plan that will comply with Oregon requirements concerning the testing of radon at the schools. “The plan will be submitted to the Oregon Health Authority before the September deadline,” he said. The Oregon Department of Education and the Oregon Health Authority are assessing the lead in the drinking water in schools and expect to issue recommendations this summer.

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•O bituaries • • Glen Sweeden December 6, 1941 ~ June 7, 2016

Glen Sweeden, a longtime resident of Clatskanie, was called home on June 7, 2016. Glen was born in Sapulpa, Okla., on Dec. 6, 1941. When he was six months old, his family moved west, living in several places before settling in McMinnville, Ore. During his senior year of high school, he joined the Navy Reserves and transferred to active duty. After his discharge from the Navy, Glen enlisted in the Army, spending time in Korea. Glen came to Clatskanie in 1969, where he was employed at the Wauna Mill. He retired in 2001. Glen is survived by Gloria, his wife of 28 years and seven chil-

dren – Glenda Sweeden, Melissa Behrend, Laura Thomas, Julie Sweeden, Jeff Sweeden, Veronica Nichols and Richard Murray, all of Clatskanie; 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to: Community Home Health & Hospice, Muscular Dystrophy Association or Dementia/Alzheimer’s Research. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 13, at Murray Hill Cemetery with a Celebration of Life gathering and potluck lunch immediately following at the Clatskanie American Legion Hall, 930 NE 5th Street.

Richard (Dick) Smock Memorial service planned A memorial for Richard (Dick) Smock, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 18th, at the Clatskanie American Legion Hall, 930

N.E. 5th St. A potluck dinner is planned after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to,

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helped the council do reasonably well with their part of running the city.” “It has been my privilege to work with Steve for nine and a half years, and he has been invaluable to this council,” Pohl said. “We wish him well in his new home – we’ll miss him very, very much – but we’ll never forget everything you have done for the city, Steve.” Constans said he was recruited to run for the council by then-Mayor Addison “Bud” Harrison in the summer of 2000 along with current City Councilor Kathy Engel. Having available time

and interest in public service, he threw his hat in the ring and was elected to the position. At the time, he was a paper machine supervisor at the Fort James’ Wauna Mill. Constans said, “It was really good group of people, responsible, and we took the job seriously, but didn’t take ourselves too seriously.” “It’s been a privilege for me to work with this group – I think everybody has conducted themselves very professionally… I appreciate all of you.” He added that watching the community come together under adversity such as the recent flood event made for good memo-

American Legion Post 68, PO Box 956, Clatskanie OR. 97016. Envelopes, for donations, will be provided at the service.

ries. Constans said this past year, with the number of difficult issues the city has faced, was a trying experience, but he said overall it was a good run during his time on the council. He added that his service began with a contentious period as well, joining the council as former City Manager Larry Coles headed towards resignation. Relocating to the Longview area, Constans said moving from his home of 29 years was the next big thing for him. His term does not expire until the end of the year, and Constans said former longtime City Councilor Ron Puzey would be appointed by the council to serve the remainder of the time.

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Clatskanie People’s Utility District is requesting proposals (RFP) for Pole Inspection and Treatment. ignited the same public concern as oil trains rolling through local communities. In a quarterly report to the Port Commission, Luckett said ethanol posed less danger of fire and explosion due to its lower volatility and its quicker dissipation in the event of a spill. “There are differences between what happened there and what happens here,” he said. A fire involving tank cars filled with ethanol did occur in May 2011. A log train struck tank cars parked on a siding near the junction of Highway 30 and Cornelius Pass Road, creating a spectacular fire that closed Highway 30 for several hours. No one was injured and no structures were damaged in the blaze.

Sealed proposals must be received by 2:00 pm, June 29, 2016, at the District office - 495 E. Columbia River Hwy, Clatskanie, OR, 97016.

Information concerning RFP details and scope of work can be viewed at clatskaniepud.com. Interested parties may also contact: Kerry Kallunki at 503-308-4604 or kkallunki@clatskaniepud.com.

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per annum from December 1, 2014 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on September 12, 2016 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Front Entrance, Columbia County Courthouse 230 Strand Street, St. Helens, OR 97051 County of Columbia, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said

Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.753 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the

Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid

for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 04/22/2016 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan

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gree CURVE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 441.0 FEET AND A LONG CHORD WHICH BEARS SOUTH 72 degrees 54’17” WEST 110.9 FEET; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE 111.1 FEET MORE OR LESS TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 17, SAID POINT BEING THE TERMINUS OF THE HEREIN DESCRIBED CENTERLINE. Commonly known as: 29996 SCAPPOOSE VERNONIA HWY, SCAPPOOSE, OR 97056 Both the Beneficiary, CIT Bank, N.A., and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.735(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay the principal balance which became all due and payable based upon the move-out by all mortgagors from the property, ceasing to use the property as the principal residence By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $223,470.23 together with interest thereon from August 29, 2007 until paid; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on September 15, 2016 at the hour of 12:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, at the west entrance to the Columbia County Courthouse, 230 The Strand, St. Helens, OR 97051 County of Columbia, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.753 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said

principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 04/28/2016 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 FOR SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 Website for Trustee’s Sale Information: www.insourcelogic.com. Order No. OR16-000180-1, Pub Dates 06/03/2016, 0 6 / 1 0 / 2 0 1 6 , 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016

sonal Representative’s counsel, HAN Legal, 5100 SW Macadam Avenue, Suite 120, Portland, Oregon 97239. Claims not so presented may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceeding TAKE NOTICE THAT additional information may be obtained from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative, Hilary A. Newcomb of HAN Legal, at 5100 SW Macadam Avenue, Suite 120, Portland, Oregon 97239. Dated and first published this 27th day of May, 2016.

OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER WHEN MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES THERETO; THENCE NORTH 2 degrees 49’ EAST, PARALLEL TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER AND 179 FEET DISTANT THEREFROM, A DISTANCE OF 498.08 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER; THENCE SOUTH 88 degrees 18’40” EAST 179 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING IN J.J. JOHNSON ROAD AND J.J. JOHNSON ROAD CHANGE P-182 AS DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED JULY 13, 1931 IN BOOK 53, PAGE 210, DEED RECORDS OF COLUMBIA COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 18485 JOHNSON RD, CLATSKANIE, OR 97016 Both the Beneficiary, CIT Bank, N.A., and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.735(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay the principal balance which became all due and payable based upon the failure to pay taxes and/or insurance By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $97,546.60 together with interest thereon from August 21, 2008 until paid; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on August 25, 2016 at the hour of 12:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, at the west entrance to the Columbia County Courthouse, 230 The Strand, St. Helens, OR 97051 County of Columbia, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby se-

cured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.753 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 04/07/2016 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 FOR SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 Website for Trustee’s Sale Information: www.insourcelogic.com. Order No. OR16-000157-1, Pub Dates 05/20/2016, 0 5 / 2 7 / 2 0 1 6 , 06/03/2016, 06/10/2016

Items on the agenda include, but are not limited to the following; approval of the May 10, 2016 board minutes, approval of the Budget Committee minutes for May 18, 2016, approval of the financial and payment of the bills, and any other business brought before the board. Linda Constans Chair CC16-0381 INITIAL PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Clatskanie is applying for Flood Mitigation Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (DR4258) funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to fund the voluntary buyout of a commercial property on East Columbia River Highway. Pursuant to 44 CFR Part 9.12, FEMA gives early notice under Executive Order (EO) 11988, Floodplain Management or EO 11990, Wetland Protection; since this action is located in or affects the floodplain or may affect wetlands. The project site is located in the floodplain of the Clatskanie River. The purpose of the project is to reduce future flood damages and associated costs to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), reduce use of emergency service resources provided by the City, and prevent economic and social disruption of the property-owners in future flood events. The proposed action will be the voluntary acquisition of the property and the subsequent demolition of all structures and paved areas with the lot returned to open space in perpetuity. Comments concerning the proposed action will be accepted from the affected public; local, state and federal agencies; and other interested parties in order to consider and evaluate alternatives and the environmental impacts of the proposed action. Comments should be made in writing, sent to the point of contact listed below, and postmarked within 15 days of publication of this notice. Additional information about the project, including a project area map, can be obtained from the applicant contact below: Responsible Official: Ms. Science Kilner Acting Regional Environmental Officer FEMA Region 10 130 228th Street SW Bothell, WA 980219796 Science.kilner@fema. dhs.gov For Additional Informa-

Given the nature of the proposed action, if no public comments are received, further public notice may not be conducted for this project. CC16-0385 Marshland Drainage Improvement Company ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the Marshland Drainage Improvement Company has been called to be held June 20, 2016 at 7 PM at the home of Margaret Magruder, 12589 Hwy. 30, for the purpose of electing one director and transacting such other business as may come before the meeting. Dave Rieben, Chairman Margaret Magruder, Secretary/Treasurer 503-728-2945 CC16-0386 CLATSKANIE PEOPLE’S UTILITY DISTRICT MEETING NOTICE The Clatskanie People’s Utility District Board of Directors has scheduled the next regular Board meeting for Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 7 pm in the community room of the District’s administration building located at 495 E Columbia River Highway, Clatskanie. A Board Workshop will be held at 5:30 pm. An executive session may be called at the workshop and/or meeting, pursuant to: ORS 192.660 (2) (h) to consult with counsel concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body regarding current litigation or litigation likely to be filed. ____________ AGENDA CLATSKANIE PEOPLE’S UTILITY DISTRICT BOARD WORKSHOP Wednesday, June 15, 2016 5:30 P.M. I. Northwest Innovations - Vee Godley II. Energy Efficiency Update Report - Brian Fawcett III. Policy #315 - Short Term Investments IV. Staff Reports CLATSKANIE PEOPLE’S UTILITY DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETING 7 P.M. I. PUBLIC COMMENTS II. CONSENT AGENDA Minutes of Board Workshop, May 11, 2016 Minutes of Regular Board Meeting, May 11, 2016

CC16-0350 TS No. OR0500005116-1 APN 4217D0-01400 TO No 160086686-OR-MSI TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, ROBERT J. BUCKLEY AND JANET C. BUCKLEY, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY, AN ESTATE IN FEE SIMPLE AS TO PARCEL I; AND AS TO AN EASEMENT ESTATE IN PARCELL II as Grantor to COLUMBIA COUNTY TITLE & ESCROW SERVICES, INC. as Trustee, in favor of GATEWAY BUSINESS BANK, DBA MISSION HILLS MORTGAGE BANKERS as Beneficiary dated as of August 24, 2007 and recorded on August 29, 2007 as Instrument No. 2007-011204 and the beneficial interest was assigned to CIT Bank, N.A. and recorded January 5, 2016 as Instrument Number 2016000030 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Columbia County, Oregon to-wit: APN: 4217-D0-01400 PARCEL I: PARCEL 1 OF PARTITION PLAT 1992-28, RECORDED OCTOBER 12, 1992 AS FEE NUMBER 927292, RECORDS OF COLUMBIA COUNTY, OREGON. PARCEL II: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGREES AND REGREES, LYING 30 FEET ON EACH SIDE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED CENTERLINE: BEGINNING AT THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF THE CAVENHAM FOREST INDUSTRIES MAINLINE LOGGING ROAD AND THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COLUMBIA COUNTY, OREGON, SAID POINT BEING NORTH 00 degrees 07’30” EAST 30.55 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK 9 OF SPITZENBURG; THENCE FOLLOWING SAID CENTERLINE SOUTH 79 degrees 12’00” WEST 778.90 FEET TO THE POINT OF CURVE OF A 6 degree CURVE LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 955.37 FEET AND LONG CHORD WHICH BEARS SOUTH 75 degrees 12’30” WEST 223.30 FEET; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE 223.61 FEET TO THE POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE SOUTH 65 degrees 41’00” WEST 203.10 FEET TO THE POINT OF CURVE OF A 13 de-

CC16-0369 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUMBIA Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of: WILLIAM C. MEYER, Deceased. Case No. 16PB02802 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS The Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for the County of Columbia, Probate Department, in Case Number 16PB02802, has appointed Deborah L. Snodgrass, Personal Representative of the Estate of William C. Meyer, Deceased. Within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, all persons having claims against the estate shall present the claims to the Per-

CC16-0383 FORM EDͲ1

CC16-0380 FORM ED‐1

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

A public meeting of the Clatskanie School District 6J Board of Directors will be held on June 20 2016 at 6:15 pm at Clatskanie Elementary School Media Center, 815 S Nehalem, Clatskanie, Oregon. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 as approved by the Clatskanie School District 6J Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at Clatskanie School District Office, 815 S Nehalem, Clatskanie, Oregon between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or online at www.csd.k12.or.us. This budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year. Telephone: (503)728‐2191

Contact: Dr. Llody Hartley, Superintendent

TOTAL OF ALL FUNDS Beginning Fund Balance Current Year Property Taxes, other than Local Option Taxes Current Year Local Option Property Taxes Other Revenue from Local Sources Revenue from Intermediate Sources Revenue from State Sources Revenue from Federal Sources Interfund Transfers All Other Budget Resources Total Resources

FINANCIAL SUMMARY ‐ RESOURCES Actual Amount Last Year 2014‐2015 $497,642 4,005,143 0 657,838 181,656 3,164,386 597,667 177,019 50,000 $9,331,351

Approved Budget Next Year 2016‐2017 $878,414 4,109,700 0 1,137,438 7,500 3,589,952 522,646 755,000 50,000 $11,050,650

$3,989,196 2,420,303 879,414 925,899 0 139,000 796,500 77,500 660,000 74,500 $9,962,312

$4,223,718 2,618,238 859,965 1,001,101 260,000 147,000 841,000 755,000 316,628 28,000 $11,050,650 $4,833,514 46.3958 3,683,570 32.5492 467,938 5.5 260,000 0 10,000 696,000 755,000 316,628 28,000

$9,962,312 83.6565

$11,050,650 84.445

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES and SOURCES OF FINANCING ** This budget reflects the second year of our 50/50 allocation from the 2015‐17 legislative session. As a reminder, the previous year’s budget did not allow for roll‐up costs for the 2016‐17 school year, in the hopes that some other form of revenue would offset increased expenses. The district has been fortunate that additional revenue has been realized with the Strategic Investment Program ‐ Port Westward Unit 2 PGE Project (SIP) money and increased enrollment. These two things allow for some one‐time maintenance projects and some other additions. This budget, as presented, shows a balanced budget using $7,793,438 for the general fund. This 2016‐2017 budget reflects the following: SIP allocation for one‐time expenditures ‐ Math textbooks ‐ CES Playground (in addition to a $50,000 transfer from Capital Maintenance Fund for 2016‐17) ‐ Gym floor refurbishing ‐ CMHS key system SIP and increased student population reflect the following ‐ Student Services TOSA grades K‐6 ‐ Additional Math teacher grades 7‐12 ‐ Roll up costs of personnel (insurance and COLA) Concerns in the budget include (for the committee to reflect on for next meeting) ‐ Increased transfer of funds to food service ‐ Transparency of SIP money

Permanent Rate Levy (Rate Limit $4.6062 per $1,000) Local Option Levy Levy For General Obligation Bonds LONG TERM DEBT General Obligation Bonds Other Bonds Other Borrowings (Bus Lease) Total

STATEMENT OF INDEBTEDNESS Estimated Debt Outstanding on July 1 $3,215,000 $0 $359,975 $3,574,975

Rate or Amount Imposed 4.6062 0 $733,690

Rate or Amount Approved 4.6062 0

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

Legal Notice Deadline Tuesday’s 5 p.m.

Notices received after the deadline are not guaranteed placement in that week’s issue.

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

A public meeting of the Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) will be held on June 21, 2016 at 5:30 pm at NWRESD, Columbia Service Center, 800 Port Avenue, St. Helens, Oregon. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 as approved by the NWRESD Budget Committee. A summary of the budget is presented below. A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at NWRESD Regional Office, 5825 NE Ray Circle, Hillsboro OR between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or online at nwresd.k12.or.us. This budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the preceding year. Telephone: (503)614Ͳ1253

Contact: Janice Essenberg

TOTAL OF ALL FUNDS Adopted Budget This Year 2015‐2016 $549,236 4,223,530 0 1,184,187 128,500 3,202,970 546,389 77,500 50,000 $9,962,312

FINANCIAL SUMMARY ‐ REQUIREMENTS AND FULL‐TIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEES (FTE) BY FUNCTION $4,523,435 $4,623,144 1000 Instruction 48.914 47.4583 FTE 3,243,035 3,388,912 2000 Support Services 30.5743 30.6982 FTE 3000 Enterprise & Community Service 416,807 447,256 5.5 5.5 FTE 4000 Facility Acquisition & Construction 0 0 FTE 0 0 5000 Other Uses 0 10,000 5100 Debt Service* 666,340 681,000 5200 Interfund Transfers* 177,019 77,500 6000 Contingency 0 660,000 0 74,500 7000 Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance

PROPERTY TAX LEVIES Rate or Amount Imposed 4.6062 0 $709,000

CC16-0326 TS No. OR0500025015-1 APN 7421BA-00103 TO No 150303649-OR-MSI TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, WENDA N. HALL, AN ESTATE IN FEE SIMPLE as Grantor to TICOR TITLE COMPANY as Trustee, in favor of FINANCIAL FREEDOM SENIOR FUNDING CORPORATION as Beneficiary dated as of August 15, 2008 and recorded on August 21, 2008 as Instrument No. 2008-008262 and the beneficial interest was assigned to CIT Bank, N.A. and recorded October 13, 2015 as Instrument Number 2015-008679 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Columbia County, Oregon to-wit: APN: 7421-BA00103 A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 4 WEST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, COLUMBIA COUNTY, OREGON, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE SOUTH 2 degrees 49’ WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 21, A DISTANCE OF 498.08 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF A 20 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC ROAD; (SAID 20 FOOT PUBLIC ROADWAY AND LAND ESTABLISHED BY BURTON BROS. ENGINEER’S SURVEY DATED APRIL 9, 1969, TO REESTABLISH THE LOCATION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21) THENCE S O U T H W E S T E R LY ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID 20 FOOT PUBLIC ROAD TO A POINT WHICH IS 179 FEET WEST

Email: lhartley@csd.k12.or.us

FINANCIAL SUMMARY ‐ REQUIREMENTS BY OBJECT CLASSIFICATION $4,039,144 Salaries Other Associated Payroll Costs 2,409,868 783,250 Purchased Services 682,866 Supplies & Materials 13,500 Capital Outlay Other Objects (except debt service & interfund transfers) 139,956 781,033 Debt Service* 177,019 Interfund Transfers* 0 Operating Contingency Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance & Reserves 0 Total Requirements $9,026,636

Total Requirements $9,026,636 Total FTE 84.9883 * not included in total 5000 Other Uses. To be appropriated separately from other 5000 expenditures.

Deborah L. Snodgrass Personal Representative

Beginning Fund Balance Current Year Property Taxes, other than Local Option Taxes Current Year Local Option Property Taxes Other Revenue from Local Sources Revenue from Intermediate Sources Revenue from State Sources Revenue from Federal Sources Interfund Transfers All Other Budget Resources Total Resources

FINANCIAL SUMMARY Ͳ RESOURCES Actual Amount Last Year 2014Ͳ2015 $21,699,907 9,698,461 0 13,747,750 0 46,314,694 6,486,190 41,540,069 0 $139,487,071

Email: jessenberg@nwresd.k12.or.us

Adopted Budget This Year 2015Ͳ2016 $21,253,191 9,648,000 0 10,946,619 0 47,562,915 5,930,878 35,516,521 0 $130,858,124

FINANCIAL SUMMARY Ͳ REQUIREMENTS BY OBJECT CLASSIFICATION $25,198,958 Salaries Other Associated Payroll Costs 14,293,923 7,389,522 Purchased Services 3,621,161 Supplies & Materials 328,493 Capital Outlay Other Objects (except debt service & interfund transfers) 23,064,989 658,940 Debt Service* 41,540,069 Interfund Transfers* 0 Operating Contingency Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance & Reserves 0 Total Requirements $116,096,055

Approved Budget Next Year 2016Ͳ2017 $19,562,758 10,324,000 0 28,482,333 0 51,752,515 6,069,378 39,630,615 0 $155,821,599

$26,211,949 14,994,256 8,166,235 3,993,997 445,144 37,870,022 660,000 35,516,521 500,000 2,500,000

$28,426,754 15,352,868 27,968,328 4,829,271 645,803 35,312,960 655,000 39,630,615 500,000 2,500,000

$130,858,124

$155,821,599

FINANCIAL SUMMARY Ͳ REQUIREMENTS AND FULLͲTIME EQUIVALENT EMPLOYEES (FTE) BY FUNCTION $30,745,138 $30,838,091 1000 Instruction 306.737 301.74 FTE 22,849,973 24,072,118 2000 Support Services 141.425 146.645 FTE 3000 Enterprise & Community Service 206,395 234,854 1 2.75 FTE 4000 Facility Acquisition & Construction 0 515,000 FTE 0 0 20,095,540 36,021,540 5000 Other Uses 658,940 660,000 5100 Debt Service* 5200 Interfund Transfers* 41,540,069 35,516,521 6000 Contingency 0 500,000 7000 Unappropriated Ending Fund Balance 0 2,500,000 $116,096,055 Total Requirements 449.162 Total FTE * not included in total 5000 Other Uses. To be appropriated separately from other 5000 expenditures.

$44,990,075 323.4426 34,706,065 153.8874 293,393 2.75 510,000 0 32,036,451 655,000 39,630,615 500,000 2,500,000

$130,858,124 451.135

$155,821,599 480.08

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES and SOURCES OF FINANCING ** The General Fund budget was developed using resolution plan guidelines and priorities to allocate the available funds. Proposed revenues and other financing sources of $50,111,878 for 2016Ͳ17 represent an increase of about $1.4 million in funding, primarily due to an increase in the level of funding allocated by the Oregon Legislature to Oregon’s State School Fund, and an increase in local property tax revenues. An estimated 84% of revenue is attributable to the State School Fund formula. Proposed General Fund expenditures totaling $50,111,878 for 2016Ͳ17 represent an increase of $1.4 million over the prior year’s budget. The increase in Supporting Services is primarily due to increased staffing levels and increased equity professional development. The $1.1 million increase in transfers represents an increase in service credits which support our component districts. For fiscal year 2016Ͳ17, the proposed budget for the Special Revenue Fund of the Northwest Regional ESD is $57,788,774. About 38% of the revenue to support this fund is generated with state contracts and grants through ODE. The $14.6 million increase in Local Revenue and $12.4 million decrease in Transfers In is primarily due to a change in accounting for districts’ expenditures of ESD allocations. District allocations are transferred from the General Fund to each district’s individual Agency fund. Districts then pay for ESD services accounted for in the Special Revenue Funds. In the Enterprise Fund, revenues are expected to increase by $272 thousand as districts outside the region continue to request services from the Agency. This increase is reflected in the expenditure budgets for Supporting Services. In the Agency Fund,the $17.2 million increase in Transfers In represents ESD allocations for the two largest component districts. Their entire allocation will be transferred to their individual agency accounts from the General Fund, giving each district the option of buying ESD services or receiving a cash distribution.

Permanent Rate Levy (Rate Limit $0.1538 per $1,000) Local Option Levy Levy For General Obligation Bonds LONG TERM DEBT General Obligation Bonds Other Bonds Other Borrowings Total

PROPERTY TAX LEVIES Rate or Amount Imposed 0.1538

STATEMENT OF INDEBTEDNESS Estimated Debt Outstanding on July 1

$4,440,000 $4,440,000

Rate or Amount Imposed 0.1538

0.1538

Estimated Debt Authorized, But Not Incurred on July 1

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Friday, June 10, 2016

SPORTS

State title returns to Rainier PETE CHRISTOPHER/The Oregonian

The Rainier Columbians celebrate after winning the 2016 OSAA 3A State Championship at Oregon State University on June 3.

BY KYLE BOGGS

kboggs@countrymedia.net

CORVALLIS — Rainier’s run of excellence on the softball diamond continued on June 3. When it comes to 3A Oregon softball, the Columbians have owned the middle part of this decade. On a sunny Friday afternoon at Oregon State University, the team hoisted the trophy for the third time in the last four seasons. The third-ranked Columbians (24-6, 12-0) held off a late-inning surge from the No. 1 Dayton Pirates (27-4, 10-0) to take a 5-4 win. With the victory, Rainier becomes the first public school to win three titles in a four-year span since Crater High School took three straight 5A titles from 2007-09. The Columbians staked their lead from the outset of the game, scoring three runs in the top of the first inning, then adding a fourth in the second. Junior Kami Gray kicked off the first-inning rally with a one-out single. Senior Sarah Probasco followed by reaching on error. The two of them both came around to score on a single from Julia Taylor coupled by a throwing error from the Pirates. Senior Megan Hackenberg’s two-out RBI double scored Taylor. In the second, Gray sent

a two-out double to center field that brought freshman Kyla Howell in to score. Howell led off the inning with a single. Rainier stretched its lead to 5-0 in the top of the fourth inning. Howell again led off the inning, this time getting hit by a pitch. After junior Haley Schimmel sacrificed her over to second, Howell scored on sophomore Aspen Norman’s RBI base hit. That would be all the scoring the Columbians needed in the game – but just barely. Schimmel shut the Pirates down in the first four innings, striking out nine of the possible 12 outs. The Pirates started to rally in the fifth inning, punctuated by junior catcher Kylee Hill’s threerun home run. Rainier coach Jim Knox then brought Probasco in as a relief pitcher. Dayton put together a pair of singles and used a Rainier error to score one in the sixth inning. The Pirates loaded the bases with one out, threatening to tie the game or take the lead. Probasco induced a comebacker to the pitcher and forced the runner out at home, then struck a Pirate hitter out to escape the jam. She retired the Pirates in order in the seventh, setting off a championship celebration for the Colum-

bians. This was the third meeting between the two teams this season, with Rainier winning two of the three. It was also the third time in the last four seasons the two schools had met with the state title on the line. Rainier beat Dayton in 2013 for the first softball state title in school history. Dayton topped Rainier a season ago, 5-1. Schimmel, the winning pitcher in the championship game, was named Rainier’s State Championship Player of the Game. Hill earned the honor for Dayton. Probasco earned the PHOTOS BY PETE CHRISTOPHER/The Oregonian save in her final high BELOW: Members of the Rainier softball team gather in the pitcher’s circle during the state championship school game. game at OSU on June 3. Norman, Gray and junior Jadyn Crape finished with two hits apiece. It was the final high school game for three Rainier seniors: Probasco, Hackenberg and left fielder Samantha Hallaran. RAINIER 3 1 0 1 0 0 0 – 5 92 DAYTON 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 – 4 10 2 Schimmel, Probasco (5) and Gray. Couch and Hill. WP: Schimmel. LP: Couch. S: Probasco. HR: Hill (D). 2B: Gray, (R). Crape (R). Hackenberg (R). Rojas (D). RHS HITS: Norman 2, Gray 2, Taylor, Crape 2, Hackenberg, Howell. RHS RBIs: Norman, Gray, Taylor, Hackenberg.

Weller and Connor to join 44th annual OACA All-Star Series Vernonia’s David Weller will have one last chance to coach basketball standout Robert Connor when the two participate in the 44th annual OACA AllStar Series. Connor was picked to play on the North All-Star team in the two-game series. Weller, who coached Connor and the Loggers to the 2016 OSAA 2A State Championship, is one of three coaches, along with Seaside’s Bill Westerholm

and Amity’s Justin Amaya. Connor averaged 10.3 points per game during Vernonia’s three tournament wins. The 6-6 Connor finished the tournament tied as the leading shot blocker, averaging two per game. The North All-Stars play the West All-Stars at 6:30 p.m. on June 10 at Northwest Christian University in Eugene. The South team plays the East team at 8:15 p.m. that night.

The following day, the losers of the first two games meet at 3 p.m. at Pacific University in Forest Grove to play for third place. The two winners play for the title at 4:30 p.m. on June 11. The OACA All-Star Series pits the top 2A, 3A and 4A seniors against one another. Scappoose’s Ian Donaldson is also on the North Team.

Rainier Clatskanie Youth Soccer Club

Fall 2016 Registration Now Open Deadline June 30

AGE GROUPS: 5 YEARS TO 13 YEARS, GIRLS AND BOYS Register Online at:

http://oysa-rcysc.sportsaffinity.com/reg/index.asp?sessionguid= • $55/Child (first 2) • $25/each additional Child • Family Maximum $160

OFFICIAL SEASON KICK OFF: SOCCER JAMBOREE, SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 Contact Patrick Paul - 360-431-7167 or Judi Brackin - 503-556-1255 for more information.

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