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City approves record budget for 2023-24

BY ROGER GITLIN

The Triplicate

Crescent City passed a resolution at the Monday council meeting to appropriate a $47.9 million. The discretionary general fund, which includes Measure S spending, is $11.052 million. With the exception of the financing and construction of the sewer treatment plant in 2006, the general fund budget established a record for fiscal year 2023/24.

The process in adopting the city’s budget was an arduous, intensive and highly scrutinized one. The city manager, finance director, department heads and the Measure S oversight committee met January 30, March

1, March 29 and April 10 to hammer out how the one percent sales tax increase would be

blended into the budget. The council held two open workshops May 9 and 11 to discuss and advise the public on how funds will be allocated.

The general fund of just over $11 million includes public safety (police and fire), community development (code enforcement, building inspection, planning and engineering, streets, economic development), recreation (swimming pool, parks and Cultural Center) and administration. The city reports these services are largely funded through sales tax revenues.

In addition to the general fund traditionally expended pre-Measure S budget, the additional two plus million in S funding has been allocated, accordingly. Here

are the disbursements of Measure S funding:

• The fire department budget for next year will be approximately $630,000 more, which will include three full time career

fire captain positions.

• The police department budget will be bolstered approximately $478 000 and include two new officers, one detective assignment, an expansion of the highly successful K9 program and one vehicle replacement.

• A record $935,000 will be allocated for street maintenance and repair. Almost one-half of the sales tax revenue increase will be dedicated to city streets.

• Swimming pool budget is allocated at $575,000

City Finance Director Linda Leaver conservatively estimates the anticipated general fund balance on June 30 will be approximately $3.808 million.

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Kindergarten moto crosser going national

BY ROGER GITLIN

The Triplicate

Tallan Smith is your normal run of the mill happy kid. The 6-year-old Redwood School kindergartner is quite exceptional. Tallan is a motocross motorcyclist and he’s going national.

Tallan has been motocross racing since he was 4 and performing on a dirt bike since he was three.

Tallan’s been competing and winning with kids in his age group in events across California, Oregon and Washington. Recently, he raced in the Hangtown MX in Rancho Cordova and took first place in the 50cc four-six age group. Up next was the regional qualifier at Washougal MX in Washington. Tallan advanced to the nationals, coming in third place and receiving an invitation to Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. This event will be held at Loretta Lynn’s ranch, where the top 42 kids in Tallan,’s age group in the nation will compete. The dates of the race will be July 31-August 5. The top 10 finishers will quality for substantial sponsorships

The Smith family will be travelling 2,500 miles east to Tennessee, in late July. The family is reaching out to the community in fundraising.

Tallan’s dad Tristin started a Go

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Warriors reach state softball playoffs to cap impressive season

BY RAY HAMILL For The Triplicate

It was a season to remember in softball for the Del Norte Warriors, who reached the North Coast Section Division-4 championship game and qualified for the state playoffs.

After clinching their first Big 5 championship since 2018, the Warriors carried that momentum into the postseason where they won a pair of games on the way to the NCS final and would advance to the NorCal playoffs.

The season ended on Tuesday in a 2-0 loss to Capital Christian in Sacramento in the Division-IV CIF NorCal Championships.

The Warriors closed out the season with a record of 19-8 and went 10-2 on the way to winning the Big 5. And, according to head coach Jackie Heuberger, it was a total team effort this year.

“Everybody knows their role,” the head coach said during the playoff run. “Whether that’s on the field or on the bench they all know how important they are to this team.”

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RV Park is anticipated to run an $86,000 deficit, next year. The sewer fund is operating on a $2 million deficit, one-half of the sewer deficit will be addressed in special capital improvement account. The city also passed two additional resolutions selecting annual adjustment factors for calculations for fiscal year 2023/24 and a resolution authorizing the creation of a new fund for volunteer firefighter support.

Noticeably absent during Monday’s meeting were public comments. No one in the sparse audience nor through ZOOM offered a comment or opinion on the budget. City Manager Eric Wier shared the hard work credit to his staff and department heads. The city manager called this current budget as transformational and completely transparent.

Kirsten Jean King

Crescent City loses a beautiful shining star

BY ROGER GITLIN

The Triplicate

“May her spirit guide us as we navigate the journey of grief, always remembering the light she brought into our lives.” Those were the words Mandy Bloomfield wrote regarding the tragic car accident which took the life of her daughter, Kirsten Jean King, 19.

Kirsten was an aspiring nursing student who was living with her grandparents, Robert and Barbara Jimenez, and had just established California residency and was poised to enter the nursing program at College of the Redwoods in Crescent City. This shining star was working fulltime at Sea View Memory Care. Grandpa Bob said of Kirsten, “Kirsten just loved to help people.”

The details of the tragedy have been released by the Highway Patrol. At approximately 3 p.m. on May 31, Kirsten was driving east on Kristian Lane toward Highway 101. Attempting to turn left and head north, Kirsten’s vehicle was struck by a logging truck heading south on 101. The logging truck was unable to avoid the collision with Kirsten and struck the Mazda broadside.

Del Norte Ambulance rushed Kirsten to Sutter Coast where she succumbed to her injuries and pronounced deceased at the hospital. The cause if the crash is under investigation.

The shocking grief and funeral costs are more than formidable. A Go Fund Me page has been established by Kirsten’s great uncle, Chris Carpenter. The Go Fund Me account is called the Kirsten King Funeral Expenses account.

Kirsten’s remains were transported to San Leandro for possible organ, skin and corneal transplant procedures.

The family plans a private service and a celebration of life for Kirsten Jean King on July 16 in Crescent City.

In honoring Kirsten’s memory, the family asks the community to “cherish the moments we shared with her and carry forward the love and compassion she embodied.”

Contributed photo 6-year-old Tallan Smith has already made a name for himself in the moto cross world and will compete in the national race this summer.

Photo by Ray Hamill/For The Triplicate Outfielder Izabel Schrader prepares to throw a ball back to the infield after recording an out.

Supervisors call for special meeting on sewer use fees

BY ROGER GITLIN

The Triplicate

More than 3,300 properties and their respective owners received a letter from the county, a public hearing will be held considering raising the assessment on anticipated sewer repairs in service area 1 (CSA 1). The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, June 28, at 9 a.m. in the board chambers in the Flynn Center

There are no anticipated increases in sewer and water usage monthly fees. If supervisors approve the repairs and maintenance of the sewer infrastructure, revenues derived by the increase will generate approximately $400, 000 plus an addi-

tional $125,000 for capital improvements.

The CSA provides wastewater collection services to unincorporated areas within the Crescent City urban area. Sewer user fees are paid by property owners through county property tax rolls which fund the operation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and replacement costs associated with the CSA collection system.

The current fixed charge to the property owner is $78 in district 1 and $72 in district 2. In subsequent years, 2024 through 2028, the assessment will increase 50 percent next year, 25 percent in 2025, 15 percent in 2026, seven percent in 2027 and six

percent in 2028.

The cumulative adjustment over the next five years is 245 percent.

Written protests must be submitted prior to the public input portion of the public hearing and mailed or dropped off at the Del Norte County Clerk/ Recorder, 981 H St, Suite 160.

The protest must be in writing (no emails) include the position in opposition to the user fees increase, the parcel number, and signature of the property owner. Only one protest may be associated with the property in question.

Oral protests at the hearing will not qualify as formal protests, unless accompanied by a written protest.

College of the Redwoods hires Brandon Benvenuti as new wrestling coach

College of the Redwoods has hired Brandon Benvenuti as their new head coach of the men’s and women’s wrestling teams and will restore the wrestling program at CR. Recognizing the valuable talent pool that exists within the local community, CR and Coach Benvenuti will strive to establish strong ties and open lines of communication with the high school wrestling coaches.

“We are extremely excited to welcome Brandon to the CR Athletic Department,” said CR Athletics

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Director Bob Brown.

“Brandon brings a strong and extensive background in the sport of wrestling, both as a competitor and as a coach. He has worked with All-Americans and contributed to championship teams at Grand View University.

Recently, he assisted the men’s wrestling squad at Lindsey Wilson College, leading them to become Mid-South NAIA Conference Champions. We anticipate Brandon’s valuable leadership will strengthen our department

and community.”

CR President Dr. Keith Flamer is also enthusiastic, reporting, “After a nationwide search, we are confident in Coach Benvenuti’s ability to restore CR’s men’s wrestling team and establish CR’s women’s team. We have high hopes that this appointment will also foster a strong relationship with the high school teams.

“With Coach Benvenuti, we believe we can attract student-athletes seeking excellent coaching and academic experiences.

pulled on July 4. There are risks associated with the sport where speeds can reach 40 mph, but the Smiths are up to date with all safety equipment and protocol. A recent purchase of Tallan’s racing helmet was $600.

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Sunday, June 18

Summer Concerts in the Park - Dirty Cello Azalea Park, Brookings: 1:00 pm

The fan favorite San Francisco-based Dirty Cello returns to Brookings with a brand-new batch of cello-led, classically tinged rock-blues-bluegrass originals and cover songs of

artists such as Charlie Daniels, Guns n Roses, Led Zeppelin, Dolly Parton.

Friday, June 16 Rock Painting for Kids

Del Norte County Library: 4:00 pm

Saturday, June 17

Story Time & Crafts

Del Norte County Library: 2:00 pm

Monday, June 19

Summer Reading Program registration begins Del Norte County Library

Wednesday, June 21

Del Norte Republican Party Central Committee Monthly General Meeting Del Norte Republican Headquarters, 290 I St: 6:00 pm

Event Details: Monthly meeting. Get involved.

Friday, June 23 Lego Club Del Norte County Library: 4:00 pm

Saturday, June 24

Story Time & Crafts Del Norte County Library: 2:00 pm

Children’s Saturday Matinee: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Del Norte County Library: 3:30 pm

Tuesday, June 27 Del Norte Healthcare District Regular Meeting Healthcare District Office, 550 E Washington Blvd: 6:30 pm

Regular meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month (with rare exceptions around holidays). For more, go to the website https://delnortehealthcare.com/meetings-%26-agendas to see our agendas and minutes (also posted on the Del Norte County website).

Friday, June 30 Rock Painting for Kids Del Norte County Library: 4:00 pm

Final Friday Flicks: Top Gun: Maverick Del Norte County Library: 6:00 pm

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Tallan is passionate about his love of motocross and loves what he does

Crossword puzzle answers can be found on Page A10

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

Monday, 05/29/23:

• 12:54 am, noise disturbance, 500 block of Reddy Avenue, Sheriff.

• 8:35 am, threats, 1600 block of Northcrest Drive, Sheriff.

• 9:15 am, custody issue, 200 block of Salmon Harbor Road, Sheriff.

• 11:50 am, dog issue, 300 block of M Street, Sheriff.

• 1:04 pm, theft, east end of 5th, Police.

• 1:07 pm, missing person, South Bank Road, Sheriff.

• 2:34 pm, runaway juvenile, 200 block of Lauff Avenue, Sheriff.

• 6:02 pm, animal issue, 700 block of Klamath Beach Road, Sheriff.

• 8:16 pm, threats, 1000 block of Condor Street, Police.

Tuesday 05/30/23:

• 12:02 am, runaway juvenile, 2000 block of State Street, Sheriff.

• 2:39 am, threats, 100

block of Dale Rupert road, Sheriff.

• 7:29 am, missing person, 1400 block of A Street, Sheriff.

• 7:55 am, theft, 400 block of M Street, Police.

• 11 am,

Starfish and Citizen’s Dock, Sheriff.

• 12:24 pm, threats, 800 block of Washington Boulevard, Sheriff.

• 12:38 pm, elder abuse, 1000 block of Mason Mall, Sheriff.

• 3:17 pm, theft, 100 block of Price Mall, Police.

• 4:37 pm, harassment, 600 block of M Street, Police.

• 4:54 pm, trespassing, 1400 block of Harrold Street, Sheriff.

• 5:55 pm, restraining order violation, 12500 block of Indian Road, Sheriff.

• 9:37 pm, vandalism, 15100 block of Highway 101, Sheriff.

• 10:19 pm, structure fire, 700 block of Lauff Avenue, Fire.

Thursday, 6/1/23:

• 5:47 am, fire, Elk Valley and Michigan, Fire.

• 8:34 am, custody issue, 200 block of Salmon Harbor Road, Sheriff.

• 9:13 am, stalking, 800 block of K Street, Police.

• 10:55 am, fire, 300 block of McNamara Avenue, Fire.

• 11:18 am, animal abuse, east end of 5th Street, Sheriff.

• 12:26 pm, trespasser, 200 block of Temple Street, Sheriff.

• 12:52; pm, theft, 9th and Pebble Beach, Police.

• 2:10 pm, trailer fire, Elk Valley and S Bend Road, Tribal Police.

• 3:03 pm, missing person, 200 block of Esta Avenue, Sheriff.

• 3:07 pm, disturbance, 300 block of J Street, Police.

• 3:40 pm, fraud, 200 block of M Street, Police.

• 8:56 pm, trespass, 100 block of Klamath Boulevard, Tribal Police.

• 9:14 pm, missing person, 1300 block of J, Sheriff.

• 10:20 pm, juvenile, issue, Cooper and Butte, Sheriff.

Friday, 6/2/23:

• 1:49 am, noise complaint, State and Olive Street, Sheriff.

• 3:23 am, fire, State and Elk Valley, Fire.

• 9:58 am, lost child, 1400 block of Inyo Street, Sheriff.

• 1:16 pm, trespasser, 200 block of Sherwood Lane, Sheriff.

• 2:08 pm, physical disturbance, 600 block of L Street, Police.

• 8:13 pm, physical disturbance, Middle Fork Gasquet Road, Sheriff.

Saturday, 6/3/23

• 2:53 am, threats, 2400 block of Roy Avenue, Sheriff.

• 9:31 am, theft, 100 block of Klamath Boulevard, Tribal Police.

• 9:44 am, civil issue, 1200 block of Northcrest Drive, Sheriff.

• 12:01 pm, threats, 300 block of Iowa Street, Sheriff.

• 1:24 pm, restraining order violation, 900 block of Washington Boulevard, Sheriff.

• 4:41 pm, fire, 700 block of Highway 101, Fire.

McGuire’s fire survivor protection act passes Senate

Senate Majority Leader Mike McGuire’s legislation that would stop mortgage companies from hoodwinking wildfire survivors overwhelmingly cleared the Senate last week.

companies ironclad. The bill would mandate that mortgage companies honor existing rebuild contracts even when mortgages are transferred or sold to another mortgage vendor.

Community leader and longtime Brookings booster Judith A. “Judi” Krebs passed away May 24, 2023, after a recent illness. She was 82. She will be remembered by family and friends as a tireless volunteer who enriched the lives of many and encouraged others to do the same with her signature phrase: “It’s YOUR community, get involved!”

Judi was born in Oklahoma City to Norman and Roma Walkup and went to school in the San Francisco Bay Area. She retired from Nevada Bell in Reno, NV, and moved to Brookings in the early 1980s. She was preceded in death by Robert E. “Bob” Krebs, her husband of 25 years who passed away in September 2008.

The two were instrumental in establishing the Chetco Senior

Center, now called the Chetco Activity Center.

Judi was a former chair of the Curry County Planning Commission and a member of the City of Brookings Planning Commission. She also served on the Sutter Coast Hospital board of directors. For more than a dozen years, she was “Mrs. Claus” during the annual Natures Coastal Holiday Festival of Lights in Azalea Park. She also volunteered with and supported the Civil Air Patrol, Safety City, the American Music Festival Summer Concerts in the Park, and scholarships for deserving high school students.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Krebs Haq of Santa Fe, NM; grandson Rob Krebs and wife, Kylie, of Brookings; their son, R.E., Judi’s beloved great-grandson;

and stepdaughter Debbie Vilotti of Escalon, CA. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you do something special for your community.

Tens of thousands of Californians have lost their homes and businesses to wildfires in the last eight years.

After facing the traumatic and life-changing experience of losing their home, survivors have to begin the challenging task of rebuilding their homes and lives.

Senator McGuire’s legislation, SB 455, will protect wildfire and other disaster survivors by keeping their home rebuilds on track and agreements with mortgage

“Ensuring existing rebuild agreements aren’t weakened or changed when mortgages are sold is just common sense. Disaster survivors already face tremendous challenges to recover and rebuild after a wildfire or earthquake, and SB 455 will give homeowners certainty and peace of mind when they rebuild their home and lives.” said Senator McGuire. “Our legislation would make it illegal for this kind of hoodwink to ever take place again in California.”

Judith A. Krebs

Bring Safety to Summer Roads

Warm weather comes, and a lot happens on the roads. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer due to an increase in fatal crashes. According to SWITRS (Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System), 4,969 crashes in 2021 contained alcohol. In 2022, there were 4,392 cases. DUI cases went down, but people still drive drunk.

A drunken driver hit me when I was 16 in 1992. After years of hospitals and therapies I can walk and talk, but lost my hearing abilities and cannot drive. For 30+years, each day is trying. Planning to take State Route 169 to and from a party? Do your part to end a tragedy that’s plagued communities for decades:

- If drinking, don’t risk it. Too many drinking people believe they are sober when they are not. Let a sober person or public transportation drive you.

- See a drunken friend stumble to a car to drive? Stop that person! Make arrangements for your friend to get home safely.

- Save lives. Call 911 to report an impaired driver. Keep California’s roads safe.

Where Does Our Power Come

There has been a lot of talk lately about the potential for wind farms far offshore of Crescent City. There is an allure that we could get cheap, reliable energy if we convince the wind developers to connect these gigawatts of electricity to land in Crescent City.

As I learned more about the potential of wind power, this made me curious to understand where our power comes from now. Here’s what I learned.

CAISO

According to Wikipedia, the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) is a non-profit agency responsible for balancing the power grid for most of California. CAISO oversees the operation of California’s bulk electric power system, transmission lines and electricity market generated and transmitted by its member agencies.

The CAISO is one of the largest ISOs in the world, delivering 300 million megawatts-hours each year and managing about 80% of California’s electric flow. The three major partners with CAISO are Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas and Electric and Pacific Gas and Electric. This does not include Pacific Power, which provides our electricity.

We do not get our power from CAISO and are not even connected to the California Grid.

Pacific Power Our power comes from the Pacific Power Company, a subsidiary of PacifiCorp, which is owned by Berkshire Hathaway Energy, an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway whose primary shareholder is Warren Buffett. This is who our power comes from.

Pacific Power and Light was formed in 1910 from the merger of several financially troubled utilities in Washington and Oregon.

From?

In 1954 Pacific Power and Light merged with Mountain States Power Company and later acquired Utah Power and Light. It is only through a quirk of corporate acquisitions that the Del Norte County grid is connected to the north and not to the south.

In 1961, Pacific Power and Light purchased the California Oregon Power Company which extended their service area into southern Oregon and Northern California.

A reorganization in 2006 merged Pacific Power’s territory in Wyoming with Utah Power territory to form Rocky Mountain Power. Today PacifiCorp has two subsidiaries including Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power which include service areas in Utah, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California.

Power Peninsula

The main transmission line to our county comes from Grants Pass. The Del Norte County power grid is not connected to Humboldt County, and I learned recently that our grid does not connect to Brookings either.

This leaves us on a power peninsula jutting down from Oregon.

Several weeks ago, Pacific Power shut down our entire county grid for maintenance. I’ve never seen this before. That night I took a drive around the county, and everything was dark except for the occasional properties that had generators or battery back up power.

It was amazing to witness what our community looks like when all the power is out. I drove up to Brookings and as soon as I crossed the border to Oregon, it went from lights off to all lights on. This was a vivid visualization of our power disconnect to the north.

This single connection to electricity leaves us vul-

nerable to power interruptions. As a community we would benefit from having more locally generated electricity. This is one of the benefits that wind power could bring us.

Unfortunately, this lack of grid connections to California is also a major impediment to bringing wind power ashore in Del Norte County. How do we transmit this vast amount of power to the people that need it?

Current Power

I have covered how power is distributed and from whom. But what are the sources of our current power supplies?

In the CAISO service area, more than half of the electricity is produced from renewable sources. California is ranked first in the nation as a producer of electricity from solar, geothermal, and biomass and fourth in conventional hydroelectric power generation. But this does not include us.

According to their website, PacifiCorp owns 11,504 megawatts of generation capacity from a mix of hydro, wind, natural gas, coal, solar and geothermal sources. In 2022 the average mix of energy sources supplying Pacific Power customers is 42.0% coal, 19.1% natural gas, 15.7% wind, 4.3% hydro, 6.0% solar. 0.4% geothermal 0.4% biomass and 12% other.

With more than 60% of our power coming from fossil fuels, this is not a green energy portfolio.

Can’t Get There

The greatest challenge that we face in attracting offshore wind power companies to land a power transmission cable to our shores, is the reality that there are currently no transmission lines in place that can export this power out of our county. You can’t get there from here.

These wind energy developers may choose to run an underwater power cable to San Francisco, though this would be very expensive. They may decide to land the cable in Humboldt County where they can use existing high-capacity transmission lines that were installed to export electricity from the now closed nuclear power plant. It is a long shot possibility that this wind power cable could connect to the grid in Del Norte County, but right now there is no way to move the power out without going into Oregon. It is possible that the transmission lines between here and Grants Pass could be upgraded to increase transmission capacity, or a new line could be built over the mountains. There will be a lot of money made by these offshore wind developments. This level of funding makes the impossible more possible. The ideal outcome for us is to engineer a way to have the power cable land at the Crescent City Harbor, upgrade our power transmission lines and to negotiate a longterm, low-cost power purchase agreement.

It Could Happen

We could have cheap power that will benefit local residents and serve as an enticement for new businesses to locate here. Our electricity could be from 100% clean renewable wind energy. That would be cool.

Kevin Hendrick is a 30year resident of Del Norte County. kevinjameshendrick@gmail.com

Rushing water closes a highway in Western Colorado

By DAVE MARSTON

The small towns of Paonia and Hotchkiss in western Colorado are seeing fewer tourists this spring. Exceptionally high runoff blew out a culvert on State Highway 133 about seven miles northeast of Paonia, which then allowed rushing water to carve a gully into the roadbed.

Back in August 2020, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) evaluated the culvert, found it vulnerable, and put it in a queue for repair, said CDOT spokesperson Elise Thatcher. But Region 3, encompassing northern Colorado, had 100 culverts needing work. The one near Paonia apparently landed too far down on the list.

In what might be termed an oversight, CDOT issued statements to the media labeling the washout a “sinkhole.” According to the United States Geological Survey, however, sinkholes have no entry or exit. They occur when subsurface material caves in, usually during a drought.

The rusty culvert on Highway 133 crumpled on April 29, allowing the usually meek Bear Creek to start excavating the roadway. CDOT was alerted and began monitoring the situation. Meanwhile, drivers continued to use the road until the early morning of May 3, when high water pushed the culvert down the hillside. After that, a 10-foot-wide section of highway collapsed.

Over the next three weeks, high water gouged an ever-deeper streambed through the road.

Other road damage in the area was discovered May 24 when fast runoff washed out the seasonal Kebler Pass Road. The Forest Service said that a paved section near the resort town of Crested Butte was gone.

According to Gunnison County Sheriff Adam Murdie, “Kebler is a bigger washout than Bear Creek and took the whole road out.”

The good news is that Gunnison County Road and Bridge acted quickly to begin repairs, with June 9 as the expected

date of completion, said Sheriff Murdie.

CDOT put the road-rebuilding job near Paonia out for an emergency bid in early May, and Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, with an office in Frederick, Colorado, was awarded the contract May 16. That’s when the company began engineering work on what will be a temporary bridge, said CDOT’s Thatcher.

Physical construction began Tuesday, May 30, almost a full month after the roadway collapsed. Thatcher said work should be completed well before the end of June.

Judging from comments on social media, many local residents think the state moved far too slowly to fix and reopen the highway.

“They could have dropped in a new culvert and backfilled the roadway with gravel,” said Somerset Water Superintendent John Mlakar. As the Colorado Transportation Department will tell you, however, they have to

proceed in a deliberate way.

Townsfolks are saying no one has seen road damage like this since the massive East Muddy Slide of 1986. The mile-wide slide was three-pronged and closed Highway 133 between Paonia and the town of Carbondale for four months.

Repairs progressed slowly as the landslides — which attracted geologists from all over the world — flowed downhill, initially at one foot per hour, then slowing before grinding to a stop 216 days later. The highway’s temporary repair — as the slide area is still considered active — involved lifting the road up 40 feet and dumping the sliding material into Muddy Creek. That fixed the problem but reduced the capacity of Paonia Reservoir, which sits downstream of the slide. It was meant to hold 20,950 acre-feet, but the reservoir today holds roughly 16,000 acre-feet.

Meanwhile, Paonia, with a population of about 1,500, lacks bustle from visitors to wineries,

restaurants, organic farms and shops. Julie Bennett, owner of Root and Vine Market and Qutori Wines on Highway 133, said visitors are down 50%.

A problem for nearby Somerset, population 100, has been sparse but fast-moving traffic.

Mlakar said that vans transporting coal miners around the washout to the West Elk Mine were ignoring his town’s 25-mile-perhour limit, tearing by at 50 mph.

Local law enforcement is problematic, due to the resignation of a Gunnison County deputy. Until a replacement arrives, Delta and Pitkin County sheriff’s departments are helping out.

With road damage blocking two roads in Gunnison County and personnel changes to boot, Sheriff Murdie admitted, “It’s been a heckuva time.”

Dave Marston is the publisher of Writers on the Range, writersontherange.org, an independent nonprofit dedicated to spurring conversation about the West. He lives in Durango, Colorado.

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Health & Nutrition 301

Portable Oxygen Concentrator May Be

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Stroke and Cardiovascular disease are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-844-655-0972. (OCAN)

Personals 302

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Person to Person 303

Are you homeshcooling in Brookings? Is your child below grade level in reading and writing skills? Retired teacher and certified ESL tutor available. Call 541-254-9392. Leave a message. All calls will be returned.

Employment Opps 515

Bilingual office staff needed:

This is a professional customer service position that provides direct service to clients, and the general public. As the first person our clients meet or speak with, this position is key to setting an inclusive atmosphere and welcoming culture for all clients and visitors.

This position uses a second language and provides cultural experiences to assist bilingual/bicultural needs. May serve as a translator to facilitate communication with a monolingual, non-English speaking members of the community. Must be able to write, translate and speak Spanish and English.

The Bilingual Administrative Lead oversees front desk duties and assignments and coordinates communication.

Job duties include but not limited to: Answering phones and limited walk-in customer service, handling transactions, and scheduling. Other opportunities available for right candidate.

Office hours: Days, flexible schedule.

Individuals with personal, shared, or lived experience as an immigrant or refugee are strongly encouraged to apply. Email resume to: triplicateofficemgr@ countrymedia.net

Now Hiring cooks, prep cooks and servers. Apply in person. Top pay to qualified individuals. Good Harvest Cafe. 575 Hwy 101 S.

The Curry Pilot is now hiring a customer service and sales associate for Brookings. Come join our expanding team to serve Curry County. Full benefits package available, training, flexible hours, part or full time with additional earnings potential. Email resume to: Shawn Hedgecorth at pilotofficemgr@ countrymedia.net

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Tidewater Contractors

Established Construction company seeking Truck Drivers.

Responsibilities:

Perform pre-trip and posttrip vehicle safety inspection & check fluid levels

daily Report maintenance issues to shop mechanic

Receive delivery instructions from Dispatch Manager, pick up and deliver cargo accordingly

Keep a clean cab Maintain Driver’s Daily Reports (mileage, fuel, etc.)

Other duties as instructed by Dispatch Manager

Qualifications Required for the Job:

Ability to understand oral and written instructions relating to products

Excellent defensive driving skills

1 year experience as a commercial driver license holder

3 years experience as a lowboy truck driver preferred

Effectively lift various objects weighing up to 80 pounds

Compensation will be based on experience

We are an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Must have valid CDL/ ODL & be able to pass a Pre-Employment DOT Drug Screening. Benefits included after probationary period including 401K w/ Potential Profit Share. Apply in person: 16156 US-101 Brookings OR, or send resume and cover letter to: info@twcontractors.com or call 541-469-5341

The Port of Gold Beach is hiring! Come in to the Port Office and pick up an application for details. 29891 Harbor Way, Gold Beach

You can help cover your community! Local Reporter position available. Part or Full time, Curry County only. Flexible hours and training available. Full benefit package. Please send resume to dthornberry@countrymedia. net

EOE

Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation is Hiring Apply Today! CFWS Deputy Director - Full Time ($64,614.78$102,670.66) Assist the CFWS Director in all aspects of the day-to-day management of the Community and Family Wellness Services Department. The CFWS Deputy Director is the primary liaison with Fiscal, Human Resources and other departments on staff and administrative matters. Major responsibilities include assisting the Director in planning, design, implementation, evaluation and assessment of new and existing CFWS programs and projects and supervision of administrative support staff. In addition to knowledge of Human and Social Services issues, this position requires expertise in staff supervision, management, professional development systems, organizational improvement, and shared decision-making on a variety of levels. Download application or apply: www.tolowa-nsn.gov/ jobs

Email applications and questions to: HR@tolowa. com Fax applications to: 1-888468-0134

Recreational Vehicles 604

2006 Monaco Monarch SE 30PDD Ford Chassis V10 Triton. 31-foot Motorhome with 2 Slide-outs. 35,000 miles. 7-foot ceilings, Single Windshield. Cummins Onan 4000 Gas Generator. 14-foot Main Slide-out (needs couch or couch/ table combo) Bedroom Slide-out has new mattress. Kitchen has everything and it all works. CB Radio, InMotion Satellite, New Tires, Fresh Oil Change, Air Filter, New Furnace Electrical Board and Fan Motor, New Inverter, Knife Blades for both tanks, Toilet replaced, Electrical Receptacles Replaced. $27,000 OBO Call 707.460.0207 Thank you!

Campers & Trailers 606

1994 Holiday Rambler Travel Trailer. 29 ft. Great condition, clean, $7000. 541-661-2228

MO-29.5 2009 Arctic Fox 5th wheel Silver Fox edition Newer tires, Lots of addons, 1 owner. $17900 obo. 541-661-5300

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Misc/Trade 700

Five new 20” dia. 13” ht. teracotta pots $25 each. Several 8” dia pots $5 each. 707-218-5337

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Porter Cable roofing nail gun w/ almost full box of nails. $95. 707-464-5515

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Total Trainer home gym. With accessories, like new condition $75.00. 616-773-0956

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Available For Rent 800

Retirement/Asst Living 801 Available For Rent 800

3 Bd, 2 Ba. House - 2 Car Garage South Bank Road, Crescent City. Fenced yard, Washer - Dryer. Maintained yard. $2750.00. Call or text 707 951 0400 Available June 5

Duplexes 810

2 br 1 ba, small garage, W/D, water, internet, and trash included. $1250/mo + deposit. 707-464-4646

RV Space for Rent 819

RV Space for Rent in 55 or older park. $440/mo. Call: Ralph (541) 251-3334

Storage 860

Inside 12X30 Storage. $150/mo. Not suitable for household items. 541-661-1570

Public Notices 999

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS

The Curry County Soil & Water Conservation District’s regular monthly meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27. In addition to routine business, the board will approve the 2023-24 Plan of Work, approve the 2023-24 budget, and approve Resolution #20230627-01 changing the District’s basis of financial reporting. Other matters may be discussed. The meeting will be held at the Curry Watersheds Partnership office located at 29286 Ellensburg Ave., Gold Beach. The location is accessible to persons with disabilities. An electronic option to join is also available. To access the meeting electronically, please contact Tammy Wills at tammy.wills@ currywatersheds.org or (541) 247-2755 ext 6. To request an interpreter for the hearing impaired or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, please contact Tammy Wills at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

Published: June 14, 2023. Pilot & ONPA 365448

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PUBLIC

MEETINGS Soil Conservation monthly held at Tuesday, addition to the board 2023-24 approve budget, Resolution changing of Other discussed. be held Watersheds located Ellensburg Ave., location persons join is access electronically, Tammy tammy.wills@ currywatersheds.org or 6. To interpreter for impaired or for accommodations for disabilities, Tammy hours prior 14, 2023. 365448

Wild RiversCoast

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY

In the Matter of the Estate of: JAMES WILLIAM EDWARDS, Deceased. Case No. 23PB05026

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above entitled estate. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present them to the undersigned

Personal Representative through my resident agent, JAMES W. GARDNER, Attorney at Law, 29692 Ellensburg Ave, Ste 11, P.O. Box 1286, Gold Beach, Oregon 97444, Phone (541) 247-6615, within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceeding may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, Personal Representative, or the Attorney for the Personal Representative, JAMES W. GARDNER whose address and phone number appear above.

Dated this 31st day of May, 2023.

/s/ ROBERT S. EDWARDS

Personal Representative 1640 Wedgewood Drive Eagle Point, OR 97524 Phone (541)326-2533

Published: June 14, 21 and 28, 2023. Pilot & ONPA

P365145

Notice of Public Meeting

The Port of Brookings Harbor Board of Director’s will hold a Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting

Wednesday June 21, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. For meeting agenda and packet please visit Port website: www. portofbrookingsharbor.com

This Institution is an Equal

Opportunity Provider

Published: June 14, 2023.

Pilot & ONPA 364371

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY

Probate Department

In the Matter of the Estate of: CAROL IRENE DAVIS, Deceased.

Case No. 23PB03075

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that Jody Lynn Davis has been appointed personal representative of the estate of Carol Irene Davis. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Don G. Johnson, Johnson & Taylor, 1193 Liberty Street, SE, Salem, OR 97302, 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 attorneys for the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Don G. Johnson, Johnson & Taylor, 1193 Liberty Street, SE, Salem, OR 97302.

Date and first published:

June 14, 2023

Johnson & Taylor, LLC 1193 Liberty Street SE, Salem, OR 97302

Phone 503-990-6641 Fax 503-990-7378

Email: Don@johnsontaylorlaw.com

Published: June 14, 21, and 28, 2023. Pilot & ONPA

P365310

Notice of Executive Session

The Port of Brookings Harbor will hold an executive session at 2:00 p.m. at the Port Conference Room, 16350 Lower Harbor Rd Suite 202, Harbor OR 97415, on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. The executive session is being held pursuant to ORS 192.660 (2)(h) To consult with counsel concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed.

Published: June 14, 2023. Pilot & ONPA P365329

Public Review and Comment on Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) under the California Environmental Quality Act for Adoption of a Regulation for the Hexavalent Chromium

Maximum Contaminant Level

Lead Agency: State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board). State Clearinghouse Number: 2021110099.

Project Description: The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) is proposing to adopt a primary drinking water standard for hexavalent chromium (Proposed Regulations), under the California Safe Drinking Water Act, which applies to public water systems. The Proposed Regulations include a maximum contaminant level (MCL) for hexavalent chromium of 10 micrograms per liter (μg/L) and a detection limit for purposes of reporting of 0.1 μg/L. Public water systems, depending on type, would be required to monitor their drinking water for hexavalent chromium on an initial and ongoing basis, and would need to comply with the MCL according to a compliance schedule. The Proposed Regulations include three best available technologies for removing hexavalent chromium from drinking water sources, including reduction/coagulation/ filtration, ion exchange, and reverse osmosis. However, public water systems are not limited to treatment using best available technologies and may consider other means of compliance, such as blending, drilling a new well, increasing reliance on surface water, purchasing water from or consolidating with another water system, or using another form of treatment such as stannous chloride.

Project Location: The Proposed Regulations apply to public water systems operating in California. Public water systems with hexavalent chromium contamination above the MCL will likely implement compliance projects, such as installation of treatment or obtaining new sources of supply. The locations of future compliance projects by public water systems are not currently known. Accordingly, it is unknown whether future compliance projects by public water systems will occur on properties with hazardous waste sites on any list specified under section 65962.5 of the Government Code.

Anticipated

Significant

Environmental Effects:

The Draft EIR identifies potentially significant impacts on the following resources: Aesthetics, Agricultural and Forest Resources, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Energy, Geology and Soils, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use and Planning, Mineral Resources, Noise, Transportation, Tribal Cultural Resources, Utilities and Service Systems, and Wildfire. Because there is inherent uncertainty in where public water systems will locate future compliance projects, the nature of those compliance projects, and in the mitigation measures that will be required by the CEQA lead and responsible agencies for those compliance projects, the Draft EIR takes a conservative approach in making post-mitigation significance conclusions and finds that the potentially significant impacts are unavoidable.

Availability of Draft EIR: The Draft EIR will be available online beginning June 16, 2023, at https:// www.waterboards.ca.gov/ drinking_water/certlic/ drinkingwater/Chromium6. html

of the Draft EIR and appendices

Division of Drinking Water field offices in Redding, Santa Rosa, Richmond, Monterey, Carpinteria, Glendale, Santa Ana, San Bernardino, San Diego, Lodi, Fresno, or Bakersfield. The document is available by appointment only. Addresses of field offices are available at https:// www.waterboards.ca.gov/ drinking_water/programs/ documents/ddwem/ DDWdistrictofficesmap.pdf

Please email the Division of Drinking Water (ddwhexavalentchromium@ waterboards.ca.gov) to schedule an appointment. The Draft EIR and appendices are also available at the Sacramento County Public Law Library at 609 9th Street in Sacramento.

Public Review Period:

Interested persons are encouraged to submit their comments electronically. Comment letters can be submitted by email to commentletters@ waterboards.ca.gov (if less than 15 megabytes in total size) or by fax at (916) 341-5620 with the subject “Comment Letter - DEIR Hexavalent Chromium MCL.” To be fully considered, written comments must be received by 12:00 noon on August 4, 2023. Written comments may also be delivered by mail to: Courtney Tyler, Clerk to the Board, State Water Resources Control Board, P.O. Box 100, Sacramento, CA 958122000. The State Water Board requests but does not require that, if reports or articles in excess of 25 pages are submitted in conjunction with the comments, the commenter provide a summary of the report or article and describe the reason for which the report or article is being submitted or its relevance to the DEIR or the Proposed Regulation.

Due to the limitations of the e-mail system, emails larger than 15 megabytes (MB) may be rejected and will not be delivered and received by the State Water Board. Therefore, emails larger than 15 MB should be submitted under separate emails or via another form of delivery.

Public Hearing:

Water Board will hold a public hearing to solicit comments on the Proposed Regulations and the Draft EIR. The hearing will be held on August 2, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Details about the meeting will be posted at https://www.waterboards. ca.gov/drinking_water/ certlic/drinkingwater/ Chromium6.html

Email Distribution List:

To sign up to receive future email announcements concerning the Proposed Regulations, please enroll in the email subscription for “Drinking Water Program Announcements” at https://www.waterboards. ca.gov/resources/ email_subscriptions/swrcb_ subscribe.html

Further Questions: Questions about this Notice of Availability may be directed to ddwhexavalentchromium@ waterboards.ca.gov or to Kim Niemeyer at (916) 3415547.

Notice of Budget Committee Meeting

A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the So Curry Cemetery Maintenance Dist, Curry County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, will be held at the Cemetery Office, 1035 7th St, Brookings, OR, 97415. The meeting will take place on June 20, 2023, at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained or or after June 14, 2023, at Window of Cemetery Office, between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. Published: June 7 and 14, 2023 (online 6/1 - 6/14). Pilot & ONPA P364838

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

PROBATE NO.: 23PB04384

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that I, Jennifer A. Bly, have been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Diane Francis Carter by the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon

City of Crescent City

Summary of Ordinance No. 836: Confirming

Approval of a Military Equipment Use Policy

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, June 5, 2023, the City Council of the City of Crescent City held a public hearing and adopted Ordinance No. 836, Confirming Approval of the Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy. The policy identifies that equipment identified by AB 481 as “military equipment” that is currently used or proposed to be purchase by the Police Department in the coming year as well as the quantity, cost, lifespan, purpose, authorized uses and required training for each type of equipment. The policy has not been substantively changed. The policy is posted on the Crescent City Police Department’s webpage https://www. crescentcity.org/departments/ Police and is also available by contacting Robin Altman, City Clerk, during normal business hours, MondayThursday, 7:30am to 5:30pm (707) 464-7483 ext. 223, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA. The ordinance will take effect on the thirtieth day following its adoption. The ordinance was adopted by the following polled vote:

AYES: Mayor Isaiah Wright,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY CURRY

PROBATE DEPARTMENT

In the Matter of the Estate of: Daniel Seigfried Fischer, Deceased. Case No. 23PB03537

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that Gloria J. Fischer has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative c/o K.R. Olin, Attorney at Law, PO Box 7530, Brookings, OR 97415, 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, K.R. Olin, PO Box 7530, Brookings, OR 97415. DATED and first published this 7th day of June, 2023 /s/ K.R. Olin OSB #903547

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S

SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST TITLE ORDER

NUMBER: 91225750

LOAN: MIMI FILE: PFI-

231834 A.P.N.: 120-

167-010-000 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/15/2021.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by:

KENNETH WITHERBY, A

SINGLE MAN Recorded

07/27/2021 as Instrument

No. 20213272 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of DEL NORTE County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 2/27/2023 in Book , Page , as Instrument No. 20230526 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 06/29/2023 At the stairs of the Southwest Entrance of the Flynn County Administration Building at 981 H St, Crescent City, CA 95531 at 11:00 AM AT

PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:

863 GLEEN STREET, CRESCENT CITY, CA

95531 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $151,147.93

In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off

all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE

TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI-231834. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE

TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI231834 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Dated: 05/25/2023 PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., as said Trustee 12190 Herdal Drive, Suite 9 Auburn, California 95603 (530) 8888411

By: STELLA SHAO,

TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION

May 23, 2023

Neptune Pumped Storage 2, LLC

Project No. 15311-000

NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY

PERMIT APPLICATION ACCEPTED FOR FILING AND SOLICITING COMMENTS, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE, AND COMPETING APPLICATIONS

On May 8, 2023, Neptune Pumped Storage 2, LLC filed an application for a preliminary permit, pursuant to section 4(f) of the Federal Power Act (FPA), proposing to study the feasibility of the Soldier Camp Pumped Storage Project (or project).

The project would be located on Lobster Creek in Curry County, OR, approximately 4 miles north of the Rogue River. The sole purpose of a preliminary permit, if issued, is to grant the permit holder priority to file a license application during the permit term. A preliminary permit does not authorize the permit holder to perform any land-disturbing activities or otherwise enter upon lands or waters owned by others without the owners’ express permission.

Neptune Pumped Storage

2, LLC has proposed to construct: (1) an upper reservoir with a surface area of 50 acres and a storage volume of approximately 3,000 acrefeet created by a 5,600-footlong, 70-foot-high rockfill embankment ring dike; (2) a lower reservoir with a surface area of 50 acres and a storage volume of approximately 3,000 acre-feet created by a 5,700-foot-long, 70-foot-high rockfill embankment ring dike; (3) a 1,825 foot-long steel and concrete penstock with a diameter of 22-feet; (4) a 550-footlong, 120-foot-wide concrete powerhouse/pump station located on the lower reservoir shoreline containing 6 generating/pumping units for a total generating capacity of 550 MW; (5) an approximate 13-mile, 230-kilovolt (kV) transmission line from a proposed substation near the powerhouse to an existing substation on Nesika Beach Dump Rd that would interconnect to the regional transmission grid; (6) an approximately 1.7-mile-long underground pipeline with a 100 cfs capacity and a diameter of 2.5-feet diverting water from Lobster Creek for initial fill and annual maintenance fill; and, (7) appurtenant facilities. The proposed project would be operated as a closed-loop system and generate an estimated annual average of 1,606 gigawatt-hours.

Applicant Contact: Mr. Nate Sandvig, Rye Development, LLC, 220 NW 8th Ave, Portland, OR, 97209, (503) 3092496, nathan@ryedevelopment.com.

FERC Contact: Jeffrey Ackley at jeffrey.ackley@ferc. gov. Deadline for filing comments, motions to intervene, competing applications (without notices of intent), or notices of intent to file competing applications: 60 days from the issuance of this notice. Competing applications and notices of intent must meet the requirements of 18 C.F.R. § 4.36. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. Please file comments, motions to intervene, notices of intent, and competing applications using the Commission’s eFiling system at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at http://www.ferc.gov/ docs-filing/ecomment.asp.

You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments.

For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ ferc.gov, (866) 208-3676 (toll free), or (202) 502-8659 (TTY). In lieu of electronic filing, you may submit a paper copy. Submissions sent via the U.S. Postal Service must be addressed to: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Room 1A, Washington, DC 20426. Submissions sent via any other carrier must

be addressed to: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 12225 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20852.

The first page of any filing should include docket number P-15311-000.

More information about this project, including a copy of the application, can be viewed or printed on the “eLibrary” link of Commission’s website at http://www.ferc. gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp. Enter the docket number (P-15311-000) in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes.̷? For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202)̷? 502-6595 or OPP@ferc.gov.

Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary.

Published: June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2023. Pilot & ONPA

P364724

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as:

Next Level Stone Works

3160 Fred Haight Drive Smith River, CA 95567

Mailing address: 1092 Humboldt St Crescent City, CA 95531

This filing is a refile of previous file #20230029 due to publication requirement not met on previous filing. This Business is conducted by: a general partnership

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Charles May

/s/ Thomas Beers

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 5/23/2023 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B. McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20230051

Published: June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2023 Triplicate T364613

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Invites Qualified Firms to Submit Statements of Qualifications for CONSTRUCTION

MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

UPGRAGE PROJECT at PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON RFQ NO. PMB202304 Eprocurement Event ID# 0000027550

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) intends to contract with a firm for Construction Management Services for the Fire Suppression Upgrade project at Pelican Bay State Prison located in Crescent City, California. The Project includes the installation of an automatic fire suppression system and fire alarm upgrades in the eight Facility A and B General Population Housing Units.

CDCR anticipates selecting a firm to provide the required Construction Management services for this Project with funding authorized in fiscal year 2023/2024 and concluding in Fiscal Year 2026/2027 (approximately 40 months), assuming no budget delays are encountered to obtain future funding. Services are required for the following phases: construction and post-construction. The Project delivery method is “design-bid-build” using standard State procedures. A notice to proceed for Construction Management Services for this Project is subject to budgetary, legislative and control agency approval of the proposed project.

CDCR encourages Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises and Small Business participation. A Pre-proposal Conference WILL NOT be conducted

To be considered for selection, firms must submit Statements of Qualifications to:

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Facility Planning, Construction and Management Division Project Management Branch 9838 Old Placerville Road Sacramento, CA 95827

Attention: Adriana Perez

Submittal Deadline:

3:00 p.m. on June 30, 2023

All questions regarding this RFQ shall be emailed directly to Adriana Perez at Adriana.Perez@cdcr.ca.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. on June 12, 2023. Interested firms may obtain a Request for Qualifications package by downloading it from the internet at http:// www.caleprocure.ca.gov/. CNS-3706439#

Published: June 7 and 14, 2023. Triplicate T364853

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of the Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority will hold a public hearing at its regular meeting to consider and adopt the budget for the Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority for fiscal year 2023/2024, at the following time and place:

TIME OF HEARING: 4:00 PM DATE OF HEARING:

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

PLACE OF HEARING: Board of Supervisors’ Chambers, Flynn Center, 981 “H” Street, Crescent City, California

A copy of the proposed budget may be inspected at the Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority office at 1700 State Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 between the hours of 8:30 A.M. to 12 Noon and 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. each Monday through Friday except legal holidays. The Governing Board may vote on the passage of the budget after closing the public hearing or at any time thereafter.

Dated: 31 May 2023

Tedd Ward, Director Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority

Published: June 14, 2023 (Online 6/1 - 6/14). Triplicate T365275

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Mike’s Handyman 565 El Monte Street Crescent City, CA 95531

This filing is a refile of previous file #20160014 with changes, after 40 days of expiration date, and due to publication requirement not met on previous filing. This Business is conducted by: an individual

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 3/21/2016

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Michael Monday This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 5/23/2023. Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B. McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20230050

Published: June 7. 14, 21, and 28, 2023. Triplicate T364604

plan terminates on the last business day in June, and after that date the entire balance due must be paid in full to prevent sale of the property at a tax sale. The right of redemption survives the property becoming subject to the power to sell, but it terminates at close of business on the last business day prior to the date of the tax sale by the tax collector. All information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan of redemption will be furnished, upon request, by Barbara M. Lopez, Del Norte County Tax Collector, 981 H Street, Suite 150, Crescent City, CA 95531 or by

PUBLIC given that Commissioners

Solid

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

CITY OF GOLD BEACH

LEITH ROAD SIDEWALK

EXTENSION

Sealed bids for the construction of the Leith Road

Sidewalk Extension for the City of Gold Beach (Owner) will be received by 2:00 pm PDT June 29, 2023. A virtual bid opening will be held at the day and time of the bid closing utilizing GoToMeeting™ . Bids received after this time will not be accepted. All interested parties are invited to attend.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: The Dyer Partnership (541) 269-0732. Bidding Documents are available at www. questcdn.com, QuestCDN Project No. 8545794. Bids will ONLY be received and accepted through QuestCDN. Prospective bidders must be on the QuestCDN planholders list for bids to be accepted and receipt of Addenda. Bidders must prequalify five (5) days prior to the bid opening with the Owner. The project consists of: Construct approximately 636 square feet of segmental block retaining wall, 587 lineal feet of new curb and gutter, 2,090 square feet of standard sidewalk, 460 square feet of thickened edge sidewalk, two ADA compliant access ramp, 55 lineal feet of 12-inch storm pipe, and one catch basin. Other work includes demolition, excavation and embankment, aggregate base, asphalt concrete pavement, pavement removal, landscaping, and other miscellaneous items. Bids not fully completed in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders will not be considered. A Bid Security executed in favor of the Owner in the amount of not less than 10% of the total amount of the Bid is required. Per ORS 279C.385 (2), Bid Security is to be forfeited as fixed and liquidated damages should the Bidder neglect or refuse to enter into a Contract and provide suitable insurance certificates, bonds, and other required documents for the faithful performance of the work in the event the Bidder is awarded the Contract. All bidders must be equal opportunity employers, provide proof of an employee drug testing program, be registered with the Construction Contractors Board and comply with all state and federal laws. A Pre-Bid Conference will not be held.

Each Bidder must submit a First-Tier Subcontractor Disclosure Form, Evidence of Authority to Sign Bid, and Evidence to do Business in the State within two working hours of the time for receipt of the Bid. Contractors and all subcontractors shall pay at

least the state prevailing rate of wage as determined under ORS 279C.815. ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 will be administered and enforced in accordance with state law and regulations. Work under this Contract will be partially funded with a SCA Grant. No Bid will be received or considered by the Owner unless the Bid contains: 1) a statement that Bidder will comply with the provisions of 40 USC 276a and ORS 279C.840 and 2) a statement as to whether the Bidder is a resident Bidder as defined in ORS 279A.120.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive all informalities, and to accept such Bids that in the opinion of the Owner are in the best interest of the Owner.

Dated this 26th day of May 2023.

Owner: City of Gold Beach

By: Anthony Pagano

Title: City Administrator

Published: June 7 and 14, 2023. Pilot & ONPA P364859

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF CURRY Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of: RALPH M. FINCH, Deceased. Case No. 23PB04764

NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kim Dockstader 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 his attorney Troy D. Nixon at 1140 SW 11th Ave., Suite 500, Portland, Oregon 97205 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 or the lawyer for the personal representative, Troy D. Nixon, OSB #074453.

Dated and first published on May 31, 2023.

/s/ Troy D. Nixon, OSB #074453

Attorney for Personal Representative

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Kim Dockstader 44424 Finch Lane Sixes, OR 97476

ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTA-

TIVE Troy D. Nixon, OSB #074453

McKean Smith 1140 SW 11th Ave Ste 500 Portland, OR 97205

(503) 567-7967

Published: May 31, June 7, and 14, 2023. Pilot and ONPA P364551

-NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Gisela

Graziani Blair, aka Gail Blair, Deceased

Case Number:

CVPB-2022-7015

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Gisela Graziani Blair, aka Gail Blair

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Edward Blair, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Edward Blair be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, to be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: July 14, 2023

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledge-

able in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Kai H. Wessels, Esq. Wessels Law Firm 16185 Los Gatos Blvd., Suite 205 Los Gatos, CA 95032

Publish: May 31, June 7, and 14, 2023. Triplicate T364237 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF DEL NORTE 450 H Street Crescent City, CA 95531

Petition of: Kayla Penner CASE NO. CVPT-2023-1123 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Kayla Penner filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Kinnley Jean Dalbec-Penner to Proposed name: Kinnley Jean Penner THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: June 30, 2023 Time:

10:00 am Dept.: 1 The address of the court is same as noted above.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Norte Triplicate

Date: May 16, 2023

/s/ Darren McElfresh Judge of the Superior Court

Published: May 31, June 7, 14, and 21 2023. Triplicate T364213

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Linda K. Nelson, Deceased Case Number: CVPB-2023-7025

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Linda K. Nelson; Linda Kaye Nelson; Linda Nelson

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: James D. Grimley, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: James D. Grimley be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedents will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: June 16, 2023

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined

in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Michael J Mazzei 900 Northcrest Drive, PMB #104 Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-1496

Published: May 31, June 7, and 14, 2023. Triplicate T364212

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as:

Worm’s Nursery and Garden Supply 1675 Broad Street Crescent City, CA 95531

Mailing address: 1700 Carole Ln Crescent City, CA 95531

This filing is a refile of previous file #20180045 with changes. This Business is conducted by: an individual

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 3/26/2013 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Patrick Corbin This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 5/2/2023 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B. McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20230045

Published: May 31, June 7, 14, and 21, 2023. Triplicate T364211

Wild RiversCoast Classifieds

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE is hereby given that the obligation secured by the Trust Deed described below is in default, and that the Beneficiary has elected to foreclose the Trust Deed pursuant to ORS 86.705 to 86.795. No action is now pending to recover any part of the debt secured by the Trust Deed. The Beneficiary Exemption Affidavit is on file with the Oregon Foreclosure Avoidance Program. Information required by ORS 86.771 is as follows:

1. Grantors: Allen G. Hethcock and Tammy L. Streeter, as tenants by the entirety, Trustee: Curry County Title, Successor Trustee: Joseph E. Kellerman, 14 N. Central Ave., Suite 104, Medford, OR 97501, Beneficiary: Rogue Credit Union. 2. Property covered by the Trust Deed: A portion of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Thirty-two (32), Township Thirty-two (32) South, Range Fifteen (15) West, Willamette Meridian, Curry County, Oregon, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of the William Tichenor D.L.C. which is 888.9 feet West of the Section line between Sections 32 and 33 of Township 32 South, Range 15 West, Willamette Meridian; Thence South 1405.4 feet and East 371.6 feet to the True Point of Beginning; Thence East 50.0 feet; Thence North 100.0 feet; Thence West 50.0 feet; Thence South 100.0 feet to the True Point of Beginning.

3. Trust Deed was recorded on May 16, 2017 as instrument no. 2017-02079 of the official records of Curry County, Oregon. 4. Default for which foreclosure is made is failure of the Grantor to make required payments under the terms of the Promissory Note and Trust Deed pledged as security therefore, and failure to keep the property insured. 5. The sums owing on the obligation secured by the Trust Deed is $123,458.59 as of the 9th day of March, 2023, plus interest accruing on the unpaid principal portion thereof at the rate of 4.625% per annum, recoverable late fees, trustee’s and attorney’s costs and fees incurred, plus such other sums as Beneficiary may advance for the benefit of Grantor - i.e., real property taxes and insurance premiums. 6. The Beneficiary has and does elect to sell the property to satisfy the obligation. 7. The property will be sold in the manner prescribed by law on the 27th day of July, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. standard time as established by ORS 187.110, outside of the public entrance to the Curry County Courthouse, 29821 Ellensburg Avenue, Gold Beach, Oregon, 97444, Curry County, Oregon. 8. Interested persons are notified of

the right under ORS 86.778 to have this proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment of the entire amount then due, other than such portion as would not then be due had no default occurred, together with costs, trustee, and attorney’s fees, and by curing any other default complained of in this Notice, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale.

9. 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.

10. In construing this notice and whenever the context hereof so requires, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, and their successors in interest, the word “trustee” includes any successor trustee and the word “beneficiary” includes any successor in interest of the beneficiary named in the Trust Deed, and any collateral beneficiary, and their successors in interest. DATED this 10th day of March, 2023.

HORNECKER COWLING

LLP By: /s/ Joseph E. Kellerman, Successor Trustee

Published: May 24, 31, June 7 and 14, 2023. Pilot & ONPA P363771

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as:

Elise’s Eatery 1175 2nd Street, Suite 300 Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: co-partners

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Sydney Wilson /s/ Kjirsten Kime

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 5/23/2023

Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder B. McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20230052

Published: June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2023. Triplicate T364833

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

Carolyn D. Hiner Case Number:

CVPB-2023-7027

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Carolyn D. Hiner

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Glenn R. Hiner, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Glenn R. Hiner be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: June 23, 2023

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Gino de Solenni 384 G Street Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-6181

Published: June 7, 14, and 21, 2023. Triplicate

T364598

NOTICE OF PROPERTY

TAX DELINQUENCY AND IMPENDING DEFAULT

Made pursuant to Section 3351, Revenue and Taxation Code

I, Barbara M. Lopez, Del Norte County Tax Collector, State of California, certify as follows: That at 12:01 a.m. on July 1, 2023, by operation of law, any real property (unless previously tax-defaulted and not redeemed) that has any delinquent taxes, assessments, or other charges levied for the fiscal year 2022-23, and/or any delinquent supplemental taxes levied prior to the fiscal year 2022-23, shall be declared tax defaulted. That unless the tax defaulted property is completely redeemed through payment of all unpaid amounts, together with penalties and fees prescribed by law or an installment plan is initiated and maintained; the property will become taxdefaulted and may be sold subsequently at a tax sale to satisfy the tax lien. That a detailed list of all properties remaining tax-defaulted as of July 1, 2023, and not redeemed prior to being submitted for publication, shall be published on or before September 8, 2026. That information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan for redemption of tax defaulted property will be furnished, upon request, by Barbara M. Lopez, Del Norte County Tax Collector, 981 H Street, Suite 150, Crescent City, CA 95531 or by calling (707) 464-7283. I certify under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. Barbara M. Lopez, Del Norte County Tax Collector, State of California Executed at Crescent City, Del Norte County, California on May 8, 2023

Published: June 7, 14 and 21, 2023. Triplicate T363663

Puzzle Answers

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Arthur C. Aho, Jr., Deceased

Case Number:

CVPB-2023-7026

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Arthur C. Aho, Jr., Art Aho

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Debra J Lewis, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Debra J Lewis be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as

follows:

Date: June 30, 2023

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: CHRIS DOEHLE PO Box 1321 Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 465-1388

Publish: May 31, June 7, and 14, 2023. Triplicate T364556

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF DEL NORTE 450 H Street Crescent City, CA 95531

Petition of: Susan Inta CASE NO. CVPT-2023-1141

ORDER TO SHOW

CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

To all interested persons:

Petitioner: Susan Inta filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present name: Zayden Synclair Baliad, Izahia Maximus Baliad, Ezekiel Andreas Baliad to Proposed name: Zayden Inta, Izahia Inta, Ezekiel Inta THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: July 14, 2023

Time: 10:00 am Dept.: 1 The address of the court is same as noted above. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Norte Triplicate

Date: May 3, 2023 /s/ Darren McElfresh Judge of the Superior Court

Published: June 14, 21, 28, and July 5 2023. Triplicate T365407

Safekeeping: The Art of Val Polyanin

During First Friday events held May – October 2023, from 5 - 7:30 p.m., the public is invited to view the art of Val Polyanin. Polyanin recently donated his collection of over 900 pieces of art to the City of Crescent City when he was no longer able to house the work himself. The collection demonstrates a wide range of artistic ability and includes painting, sculpture, assemblage, and more, created from an array of materials in sizes ranging from 2 to 10 feet tall. The work on view was created between 1988 and 2023, and much of it was displayed in Polyanin’s art gallery and exhibited along US Highway 101 until 2022. The temporary exhibit is located at 240 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531. For more about the artist, visit VPArt.org.

Wisdom from our Watersheds Art and Poetry Exhibit

Del Norte Association for Cultural Awareness (DNACA) is pleased to present an art exhibit by poet artist Terri Glass, visual artist Alicia Wilson, and student artists from Sunset High School, now on display through June 8, 2023 at the Del Norte Courthouse. Terri, a published poet and author, led workshops about the

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watersheds, inspiring students to create art and poetry on the topic. The exhibit is free to view. The courthouse is located at 450 H St. in Crescent City, and is open from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. weekdays, except for state holidays. For more information, visit dnaca. net.

Crescent City Art Crescent City Art at 1228 2nd St., Crescent City, is open to the public Wednesday - Saturday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. The featured May artist is Darlene Sanchez. Member art exhibits include spray paint artist Spencer Bishop at the Del Norte County Library, watercolor artist Pauline Lodolini at the Smith River Library, and an exhibit of various artists at the Sutter Coast Hospital Infusion Center and in the Main Hall at Sutter Coast Hospital. For more information, call 707-460-1414.

Crescent Harbor Art Gallery Coast Redwoods Art Association, Crescent Harbor Art Gallery’s featured artist for June is David Saile, who is well-known for his digital art on aluminum. Being fascinated with chess since age eight, David brings the magic of the chessboard to life by merging chess and real-world elements into a scene, which he calls “ChessScapes.” The

Gallery is located at 140 Marine Way in Crescent City, and is open Tuesday - Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday. For more information call 707464-9133 or visit crescentharborgallery.com.

“Transformations in Silk” Art Exhibit

DNACA’s Art in Public Places program presents a solo art exhibit by local artist Billie Ruth Furuichi. The exhibit titled “Transformations in

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Sophomore Shay Nolan helped set the tone in the circle and pitched the vast majority of innings along the way, including three one-run wins in four games against McKinleyville.

“The greatest thing about Shay is she’s a perfectionist,” the head coach said. “She wants to do well and she wants to beat everybody. And she works hard and does what she needs to do.”

She also got plenty of

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Silk” features bubble silk, stretched silk, and Chantelle silk, along with fine art prints, and giclée prints on metal. The exhibit will be displayed through June 15, at the 2nd floor mezzanine of the CEC Airport, 1650 Dale Rupert Rd, Crescent City. The exhibit is free to view, and can be viewed during the airport terminal’s hours: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. weekdays, 6 - 10 a.m. and 5 - 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 5 - 8 p.m. Sundays. For more infor-

mation, visit dnaca.net.

The Gallery of Arts & Culture

The Gallery of Arts & Culture at 175 H Street, is currently featuring the photography of Bob Mize.

Bob is a local artist who celebrates the Western United States in his images, which are widely collected. His subjects include flora, fauna, and landscapes. The Gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Gallery is also open 5:00

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p.m. - 7:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month for “First Friday Art Walk”. For further information call (707) 464-4745. For community arts calendar listings, please visit www.dnaca.net. For inclusion in Arts Scene listings, items should be sent to the Del Norte Association for Cultural Awareness (DNACA) at office@ dnaca.net by Thursday of each week for inclusion on Wednesday the following week.

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help from a sure-handed Warriors defense that backed her all season long.

“She is 100 percent confident that they’re going to make the play. They all really have a lot of confidence in each other, and they all work hard for each other,” said Heuberger, who added “We had more double plays this year than any other season I’ve ever coached.”

Nolan had a 2.71 ERA in the regular season.

Juniors Alexis Heuberger and Koy McQuillen and sophomore Lauren Stutes led the team on offense.

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Outfielder Reece White makes a great catch. Below, Shay Nolan fires a pitch to the plate.

The artwork of David Saile will be on display through June at the Crescent Harbor Art Gallery.

Forest Moon Festival, Star Wars connection a big success

By ROGER GITLIN

The Triplicate

May the Force Be with you. Indeed, it was when the first ever Forest Moon Festival in Del Norte County took place, June 2-3. The Festival celebrated the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi, filmed at the Jedidiah Smith Redwoods State Park. Activities for all who love Star Wars filled the weekend. Day 1 featured an afternoon, guided Forest E-Wok walk through Redwood National Park and Simpson Reed Trail.

The evening featured the outdoor showing of Return of the Jedi on a special screen under the stars at Beachfront Park.

Saturday’s activities included a rebel training challenge obstacle course, costume contest and festival, with a galaxy-style DJ, assortment of booths and lots of great food.

The costume parade included ages groups for kids 12 and under, young adults 12-17, adults, and pets. Several different photo opportunities with Moon Festival partners featuring all the Star Wars characters were situated at various venues, including the Crescent City-Del Norte County Visitor Center, Beachfront Park, Howonquet Village in Smith River, Sea Quake Brewing, Tsunami Lanes, Enoteca Café, Port O’Pints Brewing, Redwood Hotel Casino in Klamath Rumiano Cheese, Hiouchi Café and the Yurok

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All week-end long these special photo postings were set up with Darth Vader. Luke Skywalker, Yoda, R2-D2. Hans Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, an Eeok and a storm trooper.

The extremely wellplanned events took place under ideal weather conditions.

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Photos by Roger Gitlin/The Triplicate

The first Forest Moon Festival, which celebrated the role Crescent City played in the movie “Return of the Jedi” drew big crowds to different venues across the county.