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Juveniles arrested following beach blaze

JEREMY C. RUARK

Country Media, Inc.

Three juveniles have been arrested following a rapidly moving beach fire that briefly threated homes near the Inn at Spanish Head Resort.

Investigators have yet

to release the specific cause of a fire that quickly spread through driftwood and grass across approximately three acres Saturday afternoon, May 13.

Lincoln City Police reported on a Facebook post that the fire was “significant” as North Lincoln Fire

& Rescue crews rushed to the scene. Gusty winds challenged firefighters as they worked to stop the spread of the blaze. The fire was contained and extinguished after several hours of burning. No homes were damaged and there were no reported injuries. Lincoln City Police

said they detained multiple subjects during the fire investigation. Following the investigation, police arrested three juveniles and cited them for reckless burning. The juveniles were later released to their parents. The Oregon Fire Marshal’s Office is also investigating the incident.

“The penalty can be a year in jail and $6250 in fines, but that doesn’t always apply to juveniles as there is more latitude in juvenile courts,” Lincoln City Police Lt. Jeffrey Winn said.

Crews from the Depoe Bay Fire District and the Oregon Department of Forestry

assisted at the scene. Fire agency officials urge beach visitors to know and to follow the regulations about beach fires. Dry weather and gusty winds can quickly spread small warming fires, which can move rapidly up beach banks and threaten homes and businesses.

Siletz residents pay $15,000 for shooting black bear cubs

STAFF REPORT Country Media, Inc.

Poachers who shot two bear cubs near Siletz last October must pay $15,000 in damages, lost hunting privileges for three years and will be on bench probation for 60 months, according to Lincoln County Court documents.

Gail Faye Freer, 52, and her son Corey Douglas Loving II, 29, both of Siletz, committed the crime on or about Oct. 9, 2023, while trespassing on private land, according to law enforcement officials.

State taxpayer to see $5.5B kicker

JEREMY C. RUARK

Country Media, Inc.

The Oregon Office of Economic Analysis has issued the latest revenue forecast, projecting an additional $1.96 billion in state revenue.

The outlook for personal and corporate income taxes has ris-

en by $1.5 to $2 billion over the forecast horizon due to the updated model methodology. The 2021-23 personal kicker is now estimated to be $5.5 billion, and the corporate kicker is now estimated to be $1.8 billion.

The kicker tax credit goes into effect when the actual state revenue exceeds the forecasted rev-

enue by at least 2%. An amount is then returned to the taxpayers through a credit on their tax re turns.

Inflationary economic booms have not traditionally ended well, meaning not without a recession. As such it is easy to be

See KICKER, Page 10

What happened

Loving and Freer were trespassing on private land when they spotted a bear cub wandering among blackberry bushes. Freer encouraged Loving to shoot the cub, which he did.

The two decided to return later to retrieve the bear when they were certain it had died.

bear cub with two gunshot wounds. Instead, they found two bear cubs, each with a fatal gunshot wound. OSP Fish and Wildlife Troopers located the carcasses after an anonymous call to the Turn in Poachers (TIP) Line several days later. Both cubs had been left to waste. Troopers were unable to locate the mother bear, also known as a sow. It is illegal to hunt bear cubs under one year old, or sows with cubs less than one year old. Bear cubs usually Courtesy from the ODFW Poaching continues to be an issue in Oregon. Law enforcement and the ODFW continue to pursue violators.

When they returned, they spotted a cub foraging in the same place. Loving shot it, thinking it was the same bear. Loving and Freer eventually approached the bushes expecting to find a single

See POACHERS, Page 8

Courtesy from LCPD

Investigators said the fire burned across approximately three acres of the beach just south of  the Inn at Spanish Head resort.

SHERIFF’S TIPS OF THE WEEK COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Be vigilant: Summer crime prevention

LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Summer brings warmer weather, longer days, outdoor activities and, unfortunately, an increase in theft and burglaries. You can exercise renewed diligence to reduce or eliminate the frequency of these crimes.

• Keep vehicles locked with the windows up at all times, even when parked at home. Remove all valuables including purses, cell phones, laptop computers, gym bags, briefcases etc.

• Avoid home improvement scams. Beware of anyone offering to perform an unscheduled home repair or asking to gain entry into your home. Ask for identification, contact the company they say

they work for to verify employment and ask for authorization for them to be at your property. Never agree to pay for home improvement services until the work has been completed. Don’t sign home improvement contracts without reading the entire contract carefully and discussing anything that isn’t clear with the company and trusted family members.

• Keep doors closed and locked. This includes garages, sheds and patio doors. Burglaries from open garages, sheds and residences are more prevalent in summer months and often occur while the homeowner is outside in the backyard.

• Unattended bicycles should always be locked to something sturdy. Remember

when you stop to rest, eat or use restroom facilities, to take a few moments to secure your bicycle.

• Vacation plans? Have a trusted neighbor or friend pick up your mail. Set inside lights on a timer. Set your home alarm. Use a home security camera so you can check in while you are away. Have a neighbor keep an eye on your house and make sure to leave a contact phone number for them to reach you in case of an emergency. Taking some simple steps now and throughout the summer months can reduce the risk of crime in your neighborhood.

For more information and tips, visit our web site at www. lincolncountysheriff.net and like us on Facebook at Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office – Oregon.

‘Prizmatism’ at the Newport Performing Arts Center SUBMITTED

Amelia Zirin-Brown

“Rizo,” returns to shares a look at the many colored facets of our lives in her new show, “Prizmatism.”

The show is set for May 26 and 27 at the Newport Performing Arts Center (PAC), 777 W Olive Street in Newport, presented by Pacific Dance Ensemble (PDE).

Using the portal of glamor, seduction and powerhouse vocals, Rizo welcomes you into her prismatic world where the femme divine reigns.

“I talk about prisms and just as a prism refracts light into its many colors or facets, her show brings together the many parts of her life,” she

said. “On stage I’m the center of attention, the prism of everybody’s life. The show explores the prism of the various chapters of our lives, as well as how I see my job as a reflector of the audience’s light.”

A graduate of Newport High School, she is the daughter of longtime Newport residents and actors Ernie Brown and Deborah Zirin.

Rizo studied for years with Nancy Mittleman at Newport School of Artistic Movement and performed with Pacific Dance Ensemble.

“She takes the audience on journey, weaving together songs, stories and comedy, juxtaposing the silly and the profound, belting out incred-

ible vocals and literally playing with the audience to the delight of all,” PDE Director Nancy Mittleman said. “She brings her audiences together as a community and they leave feeling connected, with a shared experience, and a little more love in their hearts.”

Rizo explains her enthusiasm for bringing her show back to the community that raised her saying, “Prizmatism” will be performed one weekend only, Friday and Saturday, May 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Newport Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are available at coastarts.org, at the PAC box office or by calling 541-265ARTS.

June 3

Free Family Fishing

The US Forest Service will have the Family Fishing Day at Hebo Lake, in Hebo. Fish License and parking fees are waived for this event.

Lincoln City Senior Center Events

Dementia Caregiver Support Group meets at 10 a.m. 1st and 3rd Thursdays.

Tai Chi 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. No membership required.

Donation to instructor suggested.

Folk Music Circle to begin meeting Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. beginning in April.

Weekly Walk on LCCC track. No charge or membership required. 10:30 a.m. Mondays.

Chair Yoga 11:30 a.m. Mondays. No membership required.

Donation to instructor suggested.

On Going

Lincoln County Genealogical Society

Regular meeting first Saturday of each month from 10-10:45 a.m. Programs begin at 11 am. We host a kaffeeklatsch before our meeting from 9:30 am -10 a.m.

Courtesy photo from Frank Covacevich Sun setting along the Central Oregon Coast. See more Coast Moments at thenewsguard.com

Juvenile arrested following multiple reports of graffiti, fight

JEREMY C. RUARK Country Media, Inc.

A Salem juvenile faces multiple criminal charges after being arrested for a series of graffiti attacks at area businesses. The juvenile was taken into custody by Lincoln City Police after a fight with witnesses who had attempted to hold him until officers arrived.

Police were dispatched shortly after 6 p.m.

Monday, May 15, to Lock & Key Adventurer’s Guild, located at 3026 NE Highway 101 on a reported graffiti call that turned into a physical disturbance. As officers were responding, they were alerted by dispatch that victims had chased the suspect to the area behind Starbucks where a

physical altercation was taking place, according to Lincoln City Police Lt. Jeffrey Winn.

“When officers arrived in the area, several subjects were located behind the former Little Sambo’s restaurant,”

Winn said. “The male suspect fought the witnesses/victims as they were detaining him for police, and then fought with officers before he was successfully secured and placed into a patrol vehicle.”

The suspect was determined to be a 16-year-old juvenile who police had dealt with in the past.

“This is the only individual we believe is involved and we have had contact with him before,” Winn said.

The police investigation determined that several cans

of spray paint had been stolen from the storage area behind the Beach Club Restaurant.

The 16-year-old suspect had spray painted graffiti “BAM” on several businesses and vehicles in the area.

One vehicle was heavily damaged, according to Winn.

“There was quite a lot

Courtesy from LCPD

on the car and there was extensive damage,” Winn said. “The estimated repair cost at all the locations is expected to be well over $5,000 in total damage as a result to the spray-painted graffiti.”

The juvenile was charged with several counts of Criminal Mischief II, Criminal Mis-

chief I and Resisting Arrest.

According to Winn, Criminal Mischief 1, a felony, could include a maximum five-year prison sentence and a fine up to $125,000 or both.

“When it involves a juvenile, it could be lessor fines depending on the juvenile system,” Winn said. The juvenile has been released to his guardian. The case investigation is ongoing, as it is believed more victims will be discovered.

“We suspect that we will find more, so the case is not closed, and we are attempting to verify where the suspect got the paint,” Winn said.

Police said the list of victims that they have located so far include: Beach Club Restaurant Mills Ace Hardware

Wells Fargo Bank

Captain Cook Motel

Ocean Lake Laundry

The Surftides billboard

Lock & Key Adventurer’s Guild A new model Subaru Outback

“Lincoln City Police would like to thank the concerned citizens, witnesses and victims for their assistance with this case,” Lincoln City Police Lt. Jeffery Winn said.

“This is yet another example of the partnership between our citizens and the police that allow us to solve crimes and help make a safer community for us all.”

Reports of graffiti may be made to Lincoln City Police at the non-emergency phone number, 541-994-3636.

ODJ issues fraud alert following bogus calls, emails

STAFF REPORT Country Media, Inc.

Oregonians are once again being targeted by fraudulent phone calls, emails, or texts threatening them with fines, prosecution, or jail time for failing to comply with jury service.

The most recent fraud reports are from the Willamette Valley, but it is likely that other areas may be targeted as well, according to the

Oregon Judicial Department (OJD).

In the latest version of this scam, citizens are being told that they owe fines for not responding to a jury summons. They are then pressured to purchase prepaid debit/gift cards and provide these cards or card code numbers to people over the phone or in person. These fraudulent calls and messages are not connected with the state or fed-

eral courts, the OJD states in a release.

“State and federal courts do not require anyone to provide sensitive information in a telephone call, email, or text,” the release reads. “Oregon state courts may provide jury notices and reminders by text, but these will not request personal information, make threats, or demand money.”

Here is what to do if you receive a jury-related phone call, email or text that de-

mands information or money:

Do Not provide the requested information or payment.

Do Not reply directly to the text or email, click on any links, or open any attachments, even if it appears that the message is coming from the court or a local police agency. Scammers often create messages that look like they are coming from a legitimate source.

If possible, get the call-

POLICE BLOTTER

The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies.

Lincoln City Police

May 15

8:30 a.m.

Extra patrols requested by the property management at the Ridge Apartments following ongoing thefts of recyclables from tenant balconies.

4:12 p.m.

Caller in the 200 block of SE Mast Avenue reporting theft of motorized scooter. No suspects. Possibly occurred last week at night.

5:33 p.m.

Report of a Hit and Run in the 3400 block of SW Anchor Avenue. Caller reports vehicle was hit in parking lot. Driver door dented and mirror was knocked off.

6:56 p.m.

A traffic crash reported in the 1000 block of SE Highway 101.

9:40 p.m.

Caller reported a subject in the 3200 block fo SE Harbor took off in an emotional state armed with a knife to “Do crime.”

May 17

10:09 a.m.

Caller inn the 1400 block of NE 6th Avenue reports finding a container with a substance she believes is drugs.

10:42 a.m.

Caller reports a suspicious vehicle at NE Voyage and NE Devils Lake Blvd. Vehicle was a hazard and it was towed by Car Care.

2:10 p.m.

Caller reports a Hit and Run in the 1500 block of SE East Devils Lake Road.

3:07 p.m.

Caller reports a Hit and Run in the 2100 block of NW Highway 101.

3:46 p.m.

Caller reports a Hit and Run in the 3700 block of SE Spy Glass Ridge Drive.

er’s name and number and then hang up.

Reach out directly to your local circuit court jury coordinator to verify or report the contact.

Contact information for the state circuit courts is available at courts.oregon. gov/courts. For Oregon’s federal courts, information about jury service and possible scams is available at ord. uscourts.gov/jurors.

If you have received one

6:24 p.m.

Suspicious activity reported in the 1500 block of East Devils Lake Road.

6:30 p.m.

Extra patrols requested by Pipe Dreams after someone sprayed graffiti behind the business.

Oregon State Police

April 28

3:03 p.m. At Highway 20 milepost 32, during a courtesy transport to Springfield, a female was identified to have two warrants. The female was transported to the Lane County Jail where she was lodged.

April 29

1:21 p.m.

A single vehicle crash occurred on Highway 18 at milepost 14. The vehicle drove through a guardrail and came to an uncontrolled rest about 150-200 feet off of the roadway, down an embankment. There was extensive damage to the guard rail. Fire and medics were able to locate the vehicle and extricate the driver. He was loaded into an ambulance and transported to Salem Good Samaritan

of these calls, emails, or texts and have given out personal information, monitor your account statements and credit reports carefully.

If any unauthorized charges are made, report the theft to local law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission at 877-4384338 or www.consumer.gov/ idtheft. Also, contact a credit bureau to request that it place a fraud alert on your credit history.

Hospital. Due to the location of the vehicle, it has not been recovered yet. Grand Ronde Fire and Pacific West Ambulance assisted on scene.

1:59 p.m.

Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle roll over crash on highway 101 near mile post 134. The driver of the vehicle was exhibiting signs of impairment. The driver was transported SPCH in Newport for injuries sustained in the crash. I applied for and was granted a search warrant to obtain a blood sample from the driver. Blood sample was taken, and driver of the vehicle was cited for DUII.

April 30

7:40 a.m.

A light green SUV was traveling eastbound on Highway 18 at milepost 2 when the driver fell asleep causing the vehicle to leave the roadway. The vehicle collided into an embankment. Car Care towed the vehicle.

3:19 p.m.

The Oregon State Police responded to a non-injury crash on Highway 101 at milepost 121 involving a red Mazda sedan and a silver Toyota Camry. The two vehicles side swiped each other in the transition of a single lane into two lanes. Light damage was sustained to both vehicles. The drivers had conflicting statements and there was not enough evidence to prove who was at fault. Both drivers were issued warnings for careless driving.

OBITUARIES

Theda Mary Ann Bess

May 23, 1937 -April 2, 2023

Theda Mary Ann Bess passed away on April 2nd, 2023. She was born on May 23, 1937 in Mayfield, Utah to Verl and Byrel Fowles.

On Oct. 9, 1954, she and Bill R. Bess got married and

had 59 wonderful years together. Mom was always busy and enjoyed walking, vegetable gardening and taking care of her yard, flowers and Koi fish. She especially liked sewing baby blankets and donated many hundreds to the Lincoln City hospital. She was a reli-

able, long-time volunteer at the Panther Creek Community Center in Otis, Oregon.

Theda was a great wife, mother, sister, and a great friend to all.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Debbie Jones; and her husband Bill.

She is survived by her four brothers, Tony, Robert, Paul and Jay Lee; children, Dan, Kelly, Bill and Shellee; six grandkids; 22 great grand-

More Pain at the Pump

kids; and three great-greatgrandkids.

The family is planning a celebration of life this summer, no date has been set. She will be missed by all who knew her and for all those who loved her, her memory will provide strength.

Any donations in her name would be appreciated by Lincoln County Hospice or the Panther Creek Community Center.

Prices ranged from $4 to $4.50 a gallon for unleaded regular in Lincoln City as of late last week.

Gasoline prices going up, again!

STAFF REPORT

Country Media, Inc.

Greater demand for gasoline and lower crude oil costs are basically cancelling each other out, leading to minimal changes in gas prices this week, according to the latest American Automobile Association (AAA) price survey.

Crude has been in the low $70s for the last several days, leading to fairly stable pump prices as Memorial Day approaches.

The West Coast region continues to have the most expensive pump prices in the nation with all seven states in the top 10, according the AAA. It’s typical for the West Coast to have six or seven states in the top 10 as this region tends to consistently have fairly tight supplies, consuming about as much gasoline as is produced.

In addition, this region is located relatively far from parts of the country where oil drilling, production and refining occurs, so transportation costs are higher. And environmental programs in this region add to the cost of production, storage and distribution.

Holiday travel

Despite rising prices at the pumps, AAA expects Memorial Day travel volume to be the third busiest on record.

AAA projects 42.3 million Americans, 12.6% of the population, including 578,000 Oregonians will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend. This is an increase of 7% over 2022. For the week, the national average for regular ticks up half a cent to $3.53 a gallon. The Oregon average edges up one and a half cents to $4.13.

“Increasing demand for gasoline would usually drive pump prices higher, but the cost of crude oil has remained relatively low in May. This means drivers shouldn’t see dramatic swings in pump prices for now,” AAA Oregon/Idaho Public Affairs Director Marie Dodds said.

Price breakdown Oregon is one of 44 states and the District of Columbia where prices have changed by a nickel or less in the pat week. Ohio (+23 cents) has the largest weekly jump. Florida (-7 cents) has the largest weekly decrease.

California ($4.80) has the most expensive gas in the nation for the 11th week in a row. Hawaii ($4.78) is second, Arizona ($4.66) is third, Washington ($4.59) is fourth, Nevada ($4.21) is fifth, Oregon ($4.13) is sixth, and Utah ($4.05) is seventh. These are the seven states with averages at or above $4 a gallon. This

week 43 states and the District of Columbia have averages in the $3-range. One state, Mississippi ($2.97) has an average in the $2 range this week, same as a week ago.

The cheapest gas in the nation is in Mississippi ($2.97) and Louisiana ($3.07). For the 122nd week in a row, no state has an average below $2 a gallon.

The difference between the most expensive and least

expensive states is $1.82 this week, same as a week ago.

Oregon is one of only 12 states with higher prices now than a month ago. The national average is 14 cents less and the Oregon average is nine cents more than a month ago. Utah (+41 cents) has the largest monthly jump. North Carolina (-30 cents) has the largest month-over-month drop. The average in Rhode Island is flat.

All 50 states and the District of Columbia have lower prices now than a year ago. The national average is 95 cents less and the Oregon average is 87 cents less than a year ago. The District of Columbia (-$1.21) has the largest yearly drop. Arizona (-10 cents) has the smallest. A year ago, pump prices were rising rapidly after the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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Support public universities

The work being done by legislators in Salem often feels removed from our daily lives in Lincoln County. But the legislature has an opportunity this year to make an investment in Oregon’s seven public universities that will benefit the entire state, including those of us on the central coast.

Our public universities are responsible for educating the Oregonians who will join our workforce in industries such as accommodation and food services, retail trade, healthcare, local government, and marine sciences.

They also provide an opportunity for students to transfer credits from institutions like Oregon Coast Community College to attend a four-year university. And over the last few years, public universities such as my alma mater, Portland State University, have gone above and beyond to support student success with wraparound services for students who may be food insecure, struggle to find affordable housing, or need additional help transitioning to college.

But they are doing all of this with less funding.

Oregon is 45th in the nation for per-student state funding of public universities and invests less than half the national average in financial aid per public university student.

I hope you’ll join me in asking the legislature to support Oregon’s students this year by fully funding our public universities at $1.05 billion and funding the state’s largest need-based financial aid program, the Oregon Opportunity Grant, at $400 million. Students are counting on us to give them the support they need to earn a college degree.

Let’s ensure every Oregonian has that opportunity.

David Jamieson Lincoln City

OCEAN founder will be missed

It is with heavy hearts but light spirits that we reflect on the life and passing of our friend, fellow Board Director, President and founder Bill Bradbury.

Bill passed on to his next adventure last month while on a trip around the world. Though he is dearly missed, we can still hear his distinctive laugh and “Woo Hoo!” in our hearts and know that his spirit lives on.

Bill brought his energies to OCEAN’s founding as a respected, retired statesman personally invested in expediting efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change. He had identified clean, local, renewable energy as the single most powerful tool to reduce climate pressures while bringing as much good to as many people as quickly as possible.

Through the generous contributions of his time Bill shaped and shared with OCEAN his experience as a state Senate majority leader, Secretary of State and Counselor to the Northwest Power and Conservation Council. His collaborative diplomacy and words live on as guiding forces to our organization’s mission and vision as well as Oregon’s OSW planning goal.

All residents of Oregon’s wild river coast continue to benefit from Bill’s exuberant passions for humanity, family, celebration, the earth and all of its creatures. His policies, friendships, advocacies, and daughters still bless us each day with cleaner water, healthier air, local organic food, more balanced ecosystems, and diverse community arts.

We hold Bill and his family close in our hearts and will continue to in our collective efforts to support clean, coastal energy for the benefit of the people and the planet, now and for generations to come.

Shannon Souza, P.E. President Oregon Coast Energy Alliance Network

How to make the kicker work for everyone in Oregon

DANIEL HAUSER News Guard Guest Column

Imagine two people. One is a senior citizen who, after a lifetime of toiling in lowpaid jobs, now scrapes by on Social Security income. The other is a hedge fund manager pulling in millions a year. Which of these two should get a tax rebate from the State of Oregon?

Daniel Hauser

That’s a pertinent question right now, with a record-shattering $3.9 billion kicker rebate on its way. The rich hedge fund manager will get tens of thousands of dollars in kicker money, while the senior citizen will receive nothing.

There’s never been a more important time for policymakers and the public to consider the inequities embedded in the kicker, and to put forward a reform that makes the kicker work for everyone.

The kicker is a tax rebate triggered when revenue collections come in 2 percent or more above what state economists predicted two years earlier. As state economists will tell you, the kicker “does not mean Oregonians overpaid their taxes, it means our office underestimated revenues.”

Kicker dollars mainly flow to the well-off, and the projected kicker shows that in dramatic fashion. The richest 20 percent of Oregonians are expected to capture nearly 70 percent of the expected kicker.

This gets even more skewed when you look at how much money is going to the richest Oregonians. To be an average member of the richest 1 percent of Oregonians, you need to make over a million dollars a year. Giving this person a tax rebate is like pouring a glass of water into a pool. It makes no difference in their ability to get by or their level of comfort. And yet, as things stand, the average member of the top 1 percent will get a kicker rebate of about $42,000.

It only gets worse from there. We estimate, based on Oregon Department of Revenue data, that the richest 100 Oregonians will get kicker rebates averaging more than $600,000. At a time when many Oregonians can’t afford to buy their own home, we’ll be giving the ultra-rich a tax rebate that’s more than 15 times the typical annual income in Oregon.

At the other end of the spectrum, the kicker is paltry.

The lowest-earning 20 percent of Oregonians — folks struggling mightily to pay for food and rent — will get a kicker of about $60, on average.

And that’s arguably not the worst of it. Senior citizens and people with a disability whose only source of income is Social Security will see not a dime from the nearly $4 billion dollar kicker rebate.

The kicker is a policy choice. It was put into Oregon’s Constitution about two decades ago, at a time when many had not fully understood that trickle-down economics does not work as sold to the American public.

Today, most of us recognize

that giving more money to the rich does not trickle down to the rest. Instead, it concentrates economic power at the top. There are several bills before lawmakers in Salem this session that would fix the kicker. In the short term, lawmakers can suspend the upcoming kicker with a two-thirds vote. Long-term, kicker reform needs a constitutional amendment, and lawmakers have the power to refer a proposal to voters. What could reform look like? One approach would be to use the funds to address the housing crisis, improve access to affordable childcare, or tackle some of the other serious problems affecting Oregonians. Alternatively, we could still issue tax rebates but change the formula by which it is distributed. Giving everyone an equal kicker would result in most Oregonians getting bigger kicker rebates. This reform, which we call the Working Families Kicker, would give each tax filer a rebate of about $1,740 from the upcoming kicker — more than double what the typical tax filer will receive under current rules.

It’s time for Oregonians to stand up for working families and people surviving on fixed incomes. Rather than lavish millionaires with massive tax rebates, let’s make the kicker work for all Oregonians.

Daniel Hauser is the Deputy Director for the Oregon Center for Public Policy. He may be reached at 971-2794732.

Free Wellness Seminar coming May 31 to Newport

SUBMITTED

A free wellness seminar hosted by the Center for Health Education two times on Wednesday, May 31, will provide a non-diet framework to feeling your best and living the life you love.

Registered Dietitian Rachele Hall will discuss the

four cornerstones of whole human health – food, body, emotional well-being and spiritual growth. She’ll cover eating for nourishment, optimizing metabolism and achieving your wellness weight. The same seminar will be offered twice: from noon to 1:30 p.m. and from 5 to 6

p.m. The Center for Health Education is located directly west of Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, at 740 SW Ninth St. in Newport. Registration is preferred, but not required.

To reserve your seat, contact Amy at 541-574-4952 or aconner@samhealth.org.

Oregon observes

Armed Forces Day

SUBMITTED

The Oregon National Guard participated in a ceremony recognizing Armed Forces Day to honor all military members on May 17, at the State Capitol Mall in Salem.

The Armed Forces Day event included Government and military speakers and a howitzer salute by the Oregon Army National Guard’s Bravo Battery, 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion. It concluded with an F-15 Eagle flyover conducted by the Oregon Air National Guard, 173rd Fighter Wing.

In addition to honoring all military members, the event featured military equipment static displays from various units provided by the Oregon National Guard. As well as “Oregon’s Own” 234th Army Band playing diverse patriotic music and other selections.

Oregon Army National Guard Commander Brig. Gen.

Gregory T. Day spoke and presided over the ceremony.

“It had been years since we were able to host an Armed Forces Day event,” Oregon Military Department Director of Public Affairs Lt. Col. Stephen Bomar said. “We were excited about being able to finally get back to honoring our military service members and fellow veterans with this public event at our state capital.”

During the event, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek spoke, and State Senator James I. Manning Jr. read the recently passed state bill SCR 2, which recognized and honored service members of the Oregon National Guard.

Armed Forces Day was created in 1949 by President Harry S. Truman to honor Americans serving in all military branches, replacing the separate Army, Navy, and Air Force Days.

The holiday was officially designated in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy.

State to honor veterans at Salem event

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The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs will host Oregon’s annual Statewide Memorial Day Ceremony in person.

The event is scheduled for 11 a.m., Monday, May 29, at the Oregon World War II Memorial located on the grounds of the Oregon State Capitol in Salem.

The event will honor the nation’s fallen service members and include remarks from ODVA Deputy Director Dr. Nakeia Council Daniels, veteran leaders, and state dignitaries, along with a color guard ceremony, performance of the national anthem, and the laying of a wreath followed by the playing of “Taps.”

“On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the service members of all branches and eras of service who paid the ultimate price to preserve and defend the

freedoms of this nation,” ODVA Director Kelly Fitzpatrick said. “This year’s event will also include guest speakers who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom in remembrance of 111 fallen soldiers, sailors, airmen, airwomen, and marines who did not return home to Oregon, as this year observes the 20th anniversary of the start of the Iraq War.”

The statewide event will be emceed by ODVA LGBTQ+ Veterans Coordinator and Iraq War Marine veteran Ian Michael. Director Kelly Fitzpatrick will honor fallen service members at Memorial Day events in Brookings and Gold Beach in southern Oregon.

The Oregon WWII Memorial is located on the corner of Church and Court Street Northeast in Salem. Limited seating will be available. Attendees are welcome to bring their own seating for the park setting

and are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather. For those unable to attend in-person, the event will also

be livestreamed beginning at 11 a.m. on ODVA’s Facebook page at www.facebook. com/odvavet.

‘Honoring the Brave’ during National Poppy Day

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The Lincoln City Outlets has launched its third annual partnership with the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) to raise money for veterans, active-duty military, and their families as a part of National Poppy Day®.

The program called, “Honoring the Brave,” is being held at Lincoln City Outlets and five other US Outlet Centers across the nation through Memorial Day Monday, May 29. Shoppers and visitor are encouraged shoppers to make a donation to the ALA and to receive discounts at participating retailers.

Each person making a donation will receive a poppy to wear on their lapel and a Poppy Savings Card. All donations received will be used by the American Legion Auxiliary for their programs that support veterans, military, and their families.

Shoppers making a donation will receive a Poppy Savings Card that will provide them 25% off a full

priced item and 10% off an already discounted item at participating retailers. Some restrictions apply. See card for details.

Participating Retailers: Over 30 unique retailers have signed up to participate in TORG’s Honoring the Brave program. Retailers include

national favorites like Columbia Sportswear Company, Guess Factory Stores, Le Creuset Outlet, Levi’s Outlet, Michael Kors, Old Navy Outlet, Sperry, Tommy Hilfiger, Volcom, Under Armour, and many more. Plus, you will find many local retailers participating in the program as

well.

Local Programming: American Legion Auxiliary and other community partners will be hosting other activations along with local TORG teams such as flag ceremonies, military displays, city proclamations, and community musical performances.

Courtesy photo from Maj. W. Chris Clyne Oregon National Guard, Bravo Battery, 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion fire a 105mm M119 howitzer in a salute during the Armed Forces Day event at the State Capitol Mall in Salem.

Courtesy photo from the ODVA

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NG23-484 Lincoln County is soliciting bids for overlaying and striping 1.89 miles of Logsden Road (410). The road is located near Siletz, Oregon. Estimated Project cost range is $500,000 - $650,000. Contract to be completed by September 01, 2023. Anticipated Notice to Proceed date is July 7th, 2023. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of Lincoln County Road Department, 880 NE 7th Street, Newport, Oregon 97365 (ph: 541-265-5747). The Bid Package will be posted on the County’s web site at https://www.co.lincoln. or.us/966/Bids-RFPs. Bidders may also obtain a Bid Package at the various Oregon Plan Centers.

ORS279C.870 or 40 USC

276a. Each bidder must complete the Residency Statement included in the Bid Form. Bidders shall be currently registered with the Construction Contractors Board (CCB), holding the proper registration for the work contemplated herein, at the time of submittal. All Subcontractors participating in the project shall be similarly registered with the CCB at the time they propose to engage in subcontract work. The CCB registration requirements apply to all public works contracts unless superseded by federal law. Bids will be opened and publicly read at Lincoln County Public Works, 880 NE 7th Street, Newport, Oregon 97365 at 2:00 P.M. on May 31st, 2023. The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any bid not in conformity with the bid requirements, or the right to reject all bids if it is in the best interest of Lincoln County.

NG23-483 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN SHANNON GRACE MCKIBBEN, Plaintiff, v. SHELBY SCOTT MCKIBBEN; REGINA MCKIBBEN; NICHOLAS MCKIBBEN; COLBY MCKIBBEN; KEVIN SPENCE, personal representative for the estate of BERT EDMOND MCKIBBEN; and ALL UN-

Oregon, for declaratory relief that the plaintiff is fee title owner to the property and all others are foreclosed. The complaint additionally seeks plaintiff’s costs and such other relief as the court may grant.

NOTICE TO THE RESPONDENT READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will automatically win. To “appear” you must file with the Court a legal document called a “motion” or a “answer”. The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or court administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the Plaintiff’s attorney or, if the Plaintiff does not have a lawyer, proof of service on the Plaintiff. If you have any questions, you should see a lawyer immediately. If you need help in finding a lawyer, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at (503) 6843763 or toll-free in Oregon at (800) 452- 7636. Dated and first published: May 23, 2023. DAVID V. CRAMER, OSB #992479. Of Attorneys for Plaintiff Zantello Law Group, LLC, 2941 NW Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367, Phone: (541) 994- 7350, Fax: (541) 994- 7836, Email: david@zantellolawgroup.com.

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PLEASE NOTE: Only those bidders who request to be added to the County’s Plan Holders list will be directly notified of addendums or clarifications that might be issued. Addendums and clarifications will be posted to the County’s web site at https://www.co.lincoln. or.us/966/Bids-RFPs and the Plan Centers will be notified. It is the Bidders sole responsibility to incorporate all addendums into the final submitted bid. Signed copies of the addendums and clarifications must be attached to the bid submittal at the time of bid opening. Failure to include all posted addendums or clarifications will be cause to reject the bid. Bids must be received at Lincoln County Public Works, 880 NE 7th Street, Newport, Oregon 97365, by bid closing 2:00 p.m. on May 31st, 2023. Mailing address: 880 NE 7TH STREET, NEWPORT, OREGON 97365. Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked, “2023 OVERLAY - LOGSDEN ROAD PAVING” Bid Form - Bid Closing May 31st, 2023 at 2:00 p.m.” Pursuant to ORS 279C.370 bidders are required to disclose information about certain first-tier subcontractors, either in the bid submission envelope or within two (2) working hours after bid closing. The bidder must comply as applicable with ORS 279C.800 through

KNOWN PERSONS asserting a claim or interest in real property commonly known as 12836 SE Elderberry Dr, South Beach OR 97366, whether as an interested person of the Estate of Wayne Alan McKibben, deceased, the Estate of Ronald Dwayne McKibben, deceased, or otherwise, Defendants.

Case No. 23CV11110

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KNOWN PERSONS asserting a claim or interest in real property commonly known as 12836 SE Elderberry Dr, South Beach OR 97366, whether as an interested person of the Estate of Wayne Alan McKibben, deceased, the Estate of Ronald Dwayne McKibben, deceased, or otherwise YOU ARE HEREBY

REQUIRED to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above entitled action within thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, and in case of your failure to do so, for want thereof, Plaintiff(s) will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. SUMMARY STATEMENT The object of the Complaint in this cause of action is to quiet title to property commonly known as 12836 SE Elderberry Dr, South Beach OR 97366, more particularly described as Lot 17, Block

6, LOST CREEK PARK NO. 2, in Lincoln County,

NG23-486 INVITATION TO BIDS CITY OF LINCOLN CITY Hwy 101: Lincoln City Baywalk to Schooner Point - Phase 2 Bids Due: 2:00 PM, June 15, 2023 WORK - The general nature of work, described in detail in this Contract and in the basis of payment, includes furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the construction of the project. Primary items of work include: construct 5,936 sf of sidewalk, 715 feet of curb, 144 feet of 12- inch storm, 1 catch basin with Contech filter, MH, 60 Tons of asphalt and miscellaneous items. BID SUBMITTAL - Sealed bid proposals will be received by Public Works Department, PO Box 50, 801 SW Hwy 101 - City Hall, Lincoln City, OR 97367 until 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST) on the 15th day of June, 2023. Late bids will not be accepted. Within two working hours of the bid closing time, bidders must submit the First-Tier Subcontractor Disclosure Form. Submittal of bid proposals shall be in a sealed envelope with identification plainly marked on the outside including project name, bid date, and time, “Bid Proposal, Bid Bond and Certificate of Residency” and bidder’s name. Bid proposals shall be publicly opened and read aloud

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immediately thereafter. Each bid proposal must be submitted on the forms prescribed by the City and accompanied by a Proposal Guaranty (certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond) in an amount equal to ten (10) percent of the total amount bid. The ten percent Proposal Guaranty shall be forfeited to the City if the bidder fails to enter into a contract with the City of Lincoln City within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Notice of Award. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a bond equal to one hundred percent of the amount bid for faithful performance of the Contract. BID DOCUMENTS - Bid documents shall be obtained by sending an email to Kevin Mattias (kmattias@lincolncity. org ). The official Planholder’s list will be kept by the City and any addenda will issued by the City. PREBID MEETING - There will not be a pre-bid meeting or site visit conducted by the City. Bidders are required to conduct a field review of the project area on their own to acquaint themselves with pertinent conditions prior to preparing and submitting their bid proposal.

- All questions or requests for clarification shall be directed in writing to the Terry Chamberlin, Project Manager, via email: tchamberlin@lincolncity.org, or by regular mail to Lincoln City, PO Box 50, Lincoln City, Oregon 97367. All written questions must be received by the Project Engineer by 5 PM PST on June 6, 2023, 9 calendar days prior to the Bid Due date. The Project Engineer will determine appropriate responses, if any, and if necessary an Addendum will be issued to all plan holders of record at least 5 calendar days prior to the Bid Due date. Any verbal response(s) obtained from any source by bidders will be considered informational and shall not be relied upon by bidders. OTHER

BID INFORMATION - Bidders must possess a cur-

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Continued from Page 1 stay with their mothers until they are about 18 months old, then they disperse and establish their own home range. The cubs, which still had baby teeth, were only about eight months old, according to ODFW District Wildlife Biologist Jason Kirchner.

“There is no excuse for taking two 8-month-old bear cubs, plus the meat was not taken care of and went to waste,” Kirchner said.

The act shows a blatant disregard for wildlife laws,

rent set of the Oregon Standard Specifications for Construction and the Oregon Standard Drawings (English), published jointly by ODOT and Oregon APWA. For ordering information contact Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) at: 355 Capitol St., NE Room 28, Salem, OR 97301-3871 - (503) 986-3720 - Fax: (503) 9863224 Website: www.odot. state.or.us/contractorplans E-mail: contractorplans@ odot.state.or.us. The Contractor must comply with the provisions required by ORS 279C.800 to ORS 279C.870 (PREVAILING WAGE RATE). City may cancel this procurement or reject any bid that does not comply with all prescribed public bidding procedures and requirements, including the requirement to demonstrate the bidder’s responsibility under ORS 279C.375 (3)(b) and that City may reject for good cause all bids after finding that doing so is in the public interest.

NG23-482 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN ALLY BANK, Plaintiff, vs. LISA MARIE GRENZ Defendants. No. 22CV44091 CIVIL SUM-

MONS FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 TO THE DE-

FENDANTS: Lisa Marie

Grenz NOTICE TO DE-

FENDANT: READ THESE

PAPERS CAREFULLY! A lawsuit has been started against you in the aboveentitled Court by Ally Bank, Plaintiff. Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is on file at the Lincoln County Courthouse. You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days along with the required filing fee. It must be in proper form

according to Stop Poaching campaign coordinator Yvonne Shaw.

“This was a combination of trespassing, poaching and leaving an animal to waste,” Shaw said, “This demonstrates an attitude of lawlessness while they deprive others of the experience of encountering or hunting these animals during a legal season.”

Statewide campaign

The Stop Poaching Campaign educates the public on how to recognize and report poaching. This campaign is

and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. The “motion” or “answer” (or “reply”) must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee. The date of first publication of the summons is May 16, 2023. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may contact the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service online at www. oregonstatebar.org or by calling (503) 684-3763 (in the Portland metropolitan area) or toll-free elsewhere in Oregon at (800) 452-7636. Attorneys for Plaintiff, JANEWAY LAW FIRM, LLC. James A. Craft #090146 [jcraft@ janewaylaw.com] 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255, Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 260-2253; Fax (360) 260-2285.

NG23-481 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE HAL DENNIS FOWLER, Deceased. Case No. 23PB03104 NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the Stephen A. Lovejoy, Attorney for Personal Representative 3132 NE Loop Drive, Otis, Oregon 97368, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Stephen A. Lovejoy. Dated and first published this 9th day of May 2023.

a collaboration among state agencies, sportsmen and other conservationists, landowners, and recreationists to engage the public in combating Oregon’s poaching problem.

The campaign goal is to incentivize reporting on wildlife crimes through the TIP Line; Strengthen enforcement by increasing the number of OSP Fish and Wildlife Troopers; and Support prosecution in becoming an effective deterrent.

The campaign helps to protect and enhance Oregon’s

Barbara McFall Fowler, Personal Representative. Stephen A. Lovejoy Attorney at Law, 3132 NE Loop Drive, Otis, Oregon 97368, 541- 418-1287.

NG23-479 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN PROBATE DEPARTMENT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LLOYD D. ANKENY, DECEASED. CASE NUMBER: 23PB02447. NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jane A. Roche has been appointed Personal Representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the Personal Representative, c/o Jeffrey G. Moore, Saalfeld Griggs PC, 250 Church St. SE, Suite 200, PO Box 470, Salem, OR 97308- 0470, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from

the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the Lawyers for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published on May 9, 2023. Jeffrey G. Moore, OSB #982973, Attorney for Personal Representative, Saalfeld Griggs PC, PO Box 470, Salem, OR 97308-0470. Ph: (503) 399-1070, Fax: (503) 3712927, Email: jmoore@ sglaw.com.

NG23-478 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON IN AND FOR LINCOLN COUNTY Probate Department IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DORIS IRENE SPEYER, Deceased. No. 22PB10534 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Doris Irene Speyer. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned Personal Representative at Landerholm, P.S., PO Box 1086, Vancouver, WA 986661086, within four months after the date of first publi-

cation of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the Personal Representative, or the Attorneys for the Personal Representative, Landerholm, P.S. DATED OF FIRST PUBLICATION: May 9, 2023. Personal Representative Karen Speyer 1620 NE 92nd Ave. Vancouver, WA 98664 (360) 281-2240. Attorneys for Personal Representative Gregory J. Hall, OSB #923243 Landerholm, P.S. PO Box 1086 Vancouver, WA 98666- 1086 (360) 696-3312 (360) 696-2122 (Facsimile) greg.hall@landerholm.com.

NG23-485 Please take notice of ORS 87.685. Vickie and Dennis Regen intend to sell and/or dispose of all items located within unit “M” of the building located at 305 SW 3rd St., Lincoln City, OR 97367, presumed abandoned property of Kirk and Candy Erickson. Certain terms and conditions apply. Sale will be scheduled after the expiration of this notice.

fish and wildlife and their habitat for the enjoyment of present and future generations. Contact campaign coordinator Yvonne Shaw for more information at, Yvonne.L.Shaw@odfw. oregon.gov.

If you know of or suspect other crimes against fish wildlife or habitat, you are urged to report to the Turn In Poachers (TIP) Line. 1-800452-7888 or *OSP (*677) from a mobile phone. Or email: TIP@osp.oregon.gov.

Delinquent taxpayers’ names will be published

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The Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR) will publish a list of delinquent taxpayers on the department’s website. The list is scheduled to be published July 14. DOR will post the names of people and businesses who owe at least $50,000 in unpaid taxes to the state. Taxpayers can avoid appearing

on the list by paying their balance in full or making payment arrangements. Affected taxpayers will begin receiving notifications during the week of May 22 and will have nearly eight weeks to resolve their status to avoid being on the list.

“Affected taxpayers should contact us as soon as they receive a notice to resolve the debt,” DOR Collection Division Administrator Deanna Mack said. “Publish-

ing this list will support our efforts to collect the revenue that our state counts on.”

The list focuses on individuals and businesses who owe at least $50,000 in delinquent tax, penalties, and interest to DOR. Taxpayers meeting these criteria will be notified by mail that their names may be posted online.

A qualifying taxpayer’s name, business name, the name of any person held personally liable for business

debt, the current city and state of residence, lien identification number, type of debt, and current amount due will be available on the department’s website. Taxpayers who don’t want their information shared can pay their tax debt in full or enter a department-approved payment plan or agreement to resolve their debt by the deadline in their notice.

In 2019, the Oregon Legislature passed Senate Bill 523, authorizing DOR to post

information online about delinquent taxpayers whose tax debt topped $50,000. Many states already post information publicly about delinquent taxpayers as part of their efforts to promote greater tax compliance and collect state revenue.

The department initially planned to launch the program in March 2020 but postponed its implementation out of concern for possible financial hardships for taxpayers

created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact the Oregon Department of Revenue:

Taxpayers who owe are encouraged to contact DOR promptly to make arrangements to resolve their debt by going to the department’s online services portal, Revenue Online, or by phone. Individual taxpayers can call 503-945-8200 to resolve their accounts. Business taxpayers can call 503-945-8100.

Oregon adds 1,600, unemployment rates at historic lows

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Oregon’s unemployment rate dropped to 4.0% in April, down from 4.4% in March, according to the latest report from the Oregon Employment Department.

For the past 21 months since August 2021, Oregon’s unemployment rate has remained relatively steady and near historic lows. The unemployment rate averaged 4.2% in that time, while ranging

between 3.5% and 4.8%. The U.S. unemployment rate was 3.4% in April and 3.5% in March.

Gains and losses

In April, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 1,600 jobs, following a revised gain of 1,300 jobs in March. In April, gains were largest in other services (+1,700 jobs) and health care and social assistance (+900). Declines

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The Oregon Employment Department reports 2,066,119 employed and 60,760 unemployed in April.

were largest in construction (-1,000 jobs) and manufacturing (-600). Since April 2022, Oregon has added 38,400 nonfarm payroll jobs (+2.0%).

Other services is an industry made up of a variety of service establishments, such as repair, maintenance, laun-

dry, religious organizations, and social advocacy organizations. Employment in this broad industry rose to 66,000 in April, reaching a record high, and for the first time surpassing its prepandemic peak of 65,500 in February 2020. Other services employment has recovered at a fairly

steady pace over the past two and a half years.

Health care and social assistance continued its recent rapid expansion. It added 11,500 jobs (+4.3%) during the past 12 months, which was the most jobs added of the major industries in that time. Social assistance, at 73,400 jobs in April, expanded rapidly in recent months, adding 7,300 jobs since April 2022. Nursing and residential care facilities also grew rapidly, adding 2,800 jobs in that time.

Both durable goods manufacturing and nondurable goods manufacturing have cut slightly more than 1,000 jobs each in the first four months of the year. Durable goods industries declining in that time include computer and electronic products, wood products, fabricated metal products, and transportation equipment. Within nondurable goods, food manufacturing has cut jobs this year, and is down 1,000 jobs since April 2022.

Deep discoveries at Oregon’s Marine reserves

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On-going ocean monitoring in Oregon’s Marine Reserves is unlocking secrets about temperatures and oxygen levels known to impact groundfish and invertebrate activities, create stresses on ecosystems and even alter sport anglers’ catches.

Some of the data go back two decades at what is now the Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve near Yachats and are buoyed by oceanography monitoring in recent years at the state’s four other marine reserves.

The phenomenon is called hypoxia, and data collected in the reserves is showing an apparent trend in size and length of these episodes, and that they differ throughout the Oregon Coast.

“In some places we’ve never looked until recently, we’re starting to see our first glimpses of it,” Oregon Marine Reserves Program Leader Dr. Lindsay Aylesworth said.

The program’s main oceanography monitoring began this past week with the placement of special moorings in the Cape Falcon Marine Reserve as well as in a

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Continued from Page 1 pessimistic about the outlook for the economy, according to the Oregon Revenue Forecast Summary.

“Economic developments like last year’s goods recession, and the banking turmoil earlier this year add more fear to the outlook. However, a near-term recession is far from a slam dunk. The reasons include some nascent signs that inflation is cooling and the Federal Reserve is looking to pause its interest rate increases which limits the potential for overtightening. Furthermore, the economy is showing some signs of renewed strength as housing and manufacturing stabilize, and income growth is again outpacing inflation. All of these indicate a sudden stop in the economy in the shortterm is unlikely,” the Oregon Economic Forecast Summary states.

The Forecast’s Revenue Outlook states:

“Available resources are expected to be up sharply relative to what was assumed in the March 2023 forecast, both in the near term and over the extended horizon. The upward revision in the outlook

nearby comparison area off Cape Meares. The moorings, which were deployed by a commercial boat captain hired by the program, contain sensors that track ocean temperature and oxygen levels through early fall, when they will be removed.

Similar sensors were affixed to eight Standard Monitoring Units for Recruitment of Fishes, commonly known as SMURFs. They were deployed in late April at the Otter Rock Marine Reserve and the nearby Cape Foulweather Comparison Area near Newport.

Another mooring is set for placement later this week at the Cascade Head Marine Reserve. More SMURFs also are planned for deployment in the Redfish Rocks Marine Reserve, the southernmost reserve near Port Orford.

Data on oxygen and temperature has been collected consistently since 2002 at Cape Perpetua, which helped get these waters designated as a marine reserve in 2014. That monitoring is done by Oregon State University and PISCO, an acronym for Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans throughout the so-called California Cur-

is based both on a stronger than expected tax filing season, as well as methodological changes made in light of fundamental shifts seen in recent years.”

Reaction

Gov. Tina Kotek said the Oregon Legislature must use the incoming revenue to address the pressing spending needs of the state.

“Oregonians have clear expectations for legislators to address our housing crisis, ensure that our behavioral health system is accessible in every part of the state, and set up our youngest students for success,” Kotek said. “The revenue forecast lays the path for bold leadership. We cannot afford to squander this opportunity, and I look forward to a continued partnership with legislative leaders to deliver results for all regions of the state.”

The Governor restated her call for focusing on the state’s top priorities:

$316 million to continue and expand on the state’s response to homelessness prevention and unsheltered homelessness, and $1 billion in bonding to build and pre-

rent of sea water that moves deep into Central Oregon.

The Cape Perpetua oceanography monitoring efforts are the longest observed record for dissolved oxygen in near-shore ocean waters on the West Coast.

The moorings allow consistent tracking of temperature and oxygen levels that can’t otherwise be chronicled, according to Francis Chan and Oregon State University Associate Professor who is the director of the Coop-

serve more affordable housing.

$280 million dollar investment to address the behavioral health crisis playing out across Oregon communities and support a more accessible, better staffed system of care no matter where people live.

$120 million to improve early literacy by delivering the science of reading across all 197 school districts in Oregon to help our students learn to read and write.

In addition, the forecast provides the opportunity to address a range of other urgent issues that are impacting Oregonian’s daily lives. The figures below are in addition to those originally proposed in the Governor’s Recommended Budget:

$64 million to address urgent water quality and infrastructure issues in communities, particularly those that are small and rural, across the state.

$207 million to continue advancements in the state’s wildfire protection system.

$6.3 million to open more training slots so more officers can move through the

erative Institute for Marine Ecosystem and Resources Studies.

“Unfortunately, you can’t see oxygen levels from space,” Chan said “You have to put something in the water.”

Collectively, early data continue to show an apparent relationship between oxygen levels, wind direction and water temperatures. The data have shown that north winds desired for good ocean nutrient conditions routinely

academy at the Department of Public Safety Standard and Training.

$6.7 million to address the backlog at the Oregon Board of Parole for updating the state’s sex offender registry.

Senate President Rob Wagner (D-Lake Oswego) is releasing the following statement: “We have an incredible opportunity this session to fund access to health care, stronger public schools, job training and behavioral health treatment that will improve the lives of people all across Oregon. It is critical all 30 state senators are here to have a say and vote on how we invest this money to the maximum benefit of Oregonians. Senate Republicans must return so we can seize this momentous opportunity.”

Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield (D-Corvallis) issued the following statement after the release of a healthy revenue forecast:

“We were elected to address the top issues Oregonians care about most: homelessness, behavioral health, education, community safe-

coincide with decreases in sea temperatures and periods of low oxygen levels, which occasionally can plunge to hypoxic levels. These zones seem to disperse with the return of south winds that bring warmer sea temperatures and higher oxygen levels.

The size of these low-oxygen zones come and go and vary across state waters, but they have grown in size and time in recent years, the data suggest. Low oxygen levels, particularly when they plunge to levels of hypoxia, are known to place stress on fish, invertebrates and underwater ecosystems.

The sensors show a pattern that bouts of low oxygen can differ throughout state waters, with South Coast waters usually faring better than those on the Central and North coasts, Chan said.

These sensors, for instance, tracked a period of nearly six months in 2021 when portions of Oregon’s near-shore waters were below hypoxic levels, Chan said.

Data also show that the Cape Falcon Reserve hit the hypoxia threshold only one day in September during last year’s monitoring season.

“There are a lot of neigh-

ty, and access to healthcare. Today’s revenue forecast affirms our plan to move a responsive, sustainable budget that prioritizes these key issues.

“Despite today’s forecast, we know that working families are still struggling with the lingering effects of inflation. It’s more critical than ever that we use state dollars wisely and in a way that leads to real outcomes.

“We have to stay focused on a budget that maintains existing services, and invests in housing, healthcare, good-paying jobs, and education–while at the same time, setting ourselves up well for future needs. I look forward to continuing our work to finalize a budget that responds to the priorities Oregonians

borhoods out there,” Chan said.

While Cape Perpetua has been the backbone of oceanographic monitoring, similar data collected at Oregon’s four other near-shore reserves began as early as 2010 and been consistent since 2019. After various hits and misses on methods, suspending sensors from a crab line weighed down to the sea floor by a large anchor chain and marked by flagged floating buoys was the most reliable and cost-effective way to collect these data, Aylesworth said. Each mooring costs about $3,500, with the oxygen sensor alone costing about $1,600.

Also, crab pots containing similar sensors are deployed during hook-and-line fish surveys in reserves and comparison areas, unlocking information about ocean conditions and catch rates.

During days of high levels of dissolved oxygen, catch rates during the marine reserves’ hook-and-line surveys show better catches of groundfish, data show.

Days with low oxygen levels correspond to relatively poor catch rates among survey volunteers.

sent us here to deliver on.”

Background

The Oregon Economic Forecast provides information to planners and policy makers in state agencies and private organizations for use in their decision-making processes.

The Oregon Revenue Forecast opens the revenue forecasting process to public review. It is the basis for much of the budgeting in state government. The forecast reports are issued four times a year: March, June, September, and December.

Read the full Oregon Revenue Forecast May 2023 with this story at thenewsguard. com.

Courtesy from the ODFW

ODFW photo: Logan Browning from the F/V Lady Lee sets an oceanographic mooring at the Cape Falcon Marine Reserve’s comparison area at Cape Meares near Garibaldi.

Coastal Cheer Athletics opens cheerleading tryouts

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Coastal Cheer Athletics announces the second year of competition cheerleading tryouts for the 2023-2024 season. Coastal Cheer Athletics has set up shop at the Gleneden Beach Community Hall and are very appreciative of the space for the second year.

The coaching staff consists of head coach Amanda Gustafson, assistant coaches; Tammy Fidel, Tracey Smith, Julissa Alford, and Molly Altomare.

Last season was not only filled with amazing competition opportunities around Portland, Salem, and Roseburg but their involvement in the community started to grow. They participated in

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the Beach, Bacon, and Brews at Chinook Winds Casino making an amazing mac and cheese.

The countless car washes, fundraisers, sponsors, and this season they are looking to do a whole lot more. Coastal Cheer Athletics is always interested in performing in community events, so please keep them in mind!

Coastal Cheer Athletics is always looking for new sponsors. Becoming a sponsor for the program means providing them with the uniforms and equipment they need for success. Coastal Cheer Athletics would also love to eventually offer a scholarship option for children who need one.

If you’re interested in learning more about sponsoring, please contact director@

coastalcheerathletics or visit their website at www.coastalcheerathletics.com. Coastal

Cheerleading teaches many lifelong attributes the children will use as adults such as, responsibility, teamwork, integrity, compassion, sportsmanship, and leadership skills.

“Every boy and girl I had last season not only learned so much, but taught me a lot as well. I would love to continue teaching these amazing kids the values that cheerleading has to offer.” Gustafson said.

Coastal Cheer Athletics has extended their age gap to 12th grade. If you have a child that is K-12th grade come on down to Gleneden Beach Community Club on May 29, May 31, June 2, and June 5. Tryouts will be held

every day from 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

The second day of tryouts they will have a parent meeting from 5 p.m.-5:30 p.m. going over what to expect this upcoming season. All days are mandatory to make the squad, with the exception of Memorial Day.

Coastal Cheer Athletics will be hitting the road to competitions around Oregon and organizers are positive they are going to put Lincoln County on the map in the cheer world! Coastal Cheer Athletics is happy to not only be offering this program for Lincoln City but all surrounding areas as well.

Coastal Cheer Athletics is a non-profit 501c3. Registration fee is $60. Fundraisers help cover the majority of costs.

Bay area merchants offer Haunted Taft tours

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The guys and ghouls of Haunted Taft kick off a scary new season with a special full moon tour on Saturday, June 3.

Tours appear every other week during the summer season, with the next tour materializing on June 17.

Haunted Taft is a fun and spooky walking tour featuring the ghosts and legends of Lincoln City’s historic bayfront area. First launched in October of 2018, Haunted Taft has grown to become one of the premiere ghost tours in Oregon.

“The outpouring of support from the Taft community has allowed us to add even more surprises and new stories to the tour,” Bay Area Merchants Association Director snd tour organizer Shellie Stuart said. “I’d especially like to thank Taft businesses like Oregon Coast Today, the Sapphire Center, and The Photography Studio who’ve stepped up to be sponsors this year.”

The 2023 season features stories told by the light of the Lincoln City Glass Center’s glowing furnaces, plus tales of Bigfoot sightings on the Oregon Coast Trail, the Ghost Schooner of Siletz Bay and roving packs of Red Devils

The event includes Halloween-type characters and displays.

who created mayhem back in the day.

And watch out! New and old ghosts alike may make themselves known.

As in years past, the Sapphire Center is where guests check-in and begin their tour.

Owner Claire Hagen readily admits that her store in the

historic Bailey Building is home to many spirits, but emphasizes that they are playful, not bad.

“There’s no shortage of unexplained happenings in Taft – we’ll never run out of stories to tell,” Claire Hagen said.

Tours are offered every

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other Saturday night starting June 3. Visit HauntedTaft. com for the complete schedule and to purchase tickets. Haunted Taft is a production of the Bay Area Merchants Association, showcasing the Taft District of Lincoln City as a perfect place to live, work and play.