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January 8
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Volume 38 ~ Number 2 News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
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Judge Dolan Sworn in for Camas County On Friday of last week, Daniel M. Dolan was sworn in as Camas County’s fourth magistrate judge, replacing Judge Walker who has taken the magistrate position in Teton County. The magistrate position came into existence in 1971 through judicial reforms that consolidated various justice, probate, and municipal courts into the district courts. This firmly established the Idaho Supreme Court’s supervisional authority over the lower courts. In remarks leading up to the oath of office for Judge Dolan, Senior Magistrate Judge, John Varin, recounted the history of Camas County courts. Along with the normal things you might expect to see in a small town court - a couple of murders, claim jumping, and property line disputes - Camas County is noted for a number of celebrity divorces. After administrating the Oath of Office and signing the applicable documents, Judge Varin turn the podium over to the new magistrate. Having served as Camas County’s public defender for many years, Judge Dolan is no stranger to the Fairfield courtroom. He also practiced law in Blaine county for 23 years. Seven years ago, he applied for the magistrate position and has been waiting ever since to take the judge’s seat. Judge Dolan said he was excited and honored to have the opportunity to serve in Camas County. Regarding his move to Fairfield he reiterated a heart felt statement he has made several times, “I don’t have to move to Camas County; I get to move to Camas County,” Judge Dolan’s final honor of the ceremony was to have his wife help him put on the vestment of his new job - a black robe, conferring upon him the new title of “Your Honor.”
Mrs. Lari Lee Dolan helps her husband, Judge Dolan, into his new attire.
New Start For Wendell
The City of Wendell has seen a lot of challenges over the last year. Council members resigning, the election of a new mayor, major infrastructure projects, and the death of a city worker in a construction accident. On Thursday, January 2nd, Lori Swainston was sworn in as the new mayor, along with reelected council members Herb Allred and Jason Houser. The Council President, Don Dunn, was very glad to turn over the reins to Mrs. Swainston, though he will remain council president at least for the next year. Mayor Swainston said she was excited to be part of moving the City of Wendell into a new year. “We have some great projects that will help our city grow. Wendell is a great place to live, and we want to make it even better.” continued on page 2.....
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings
Breakfast at the Camas Senior Center:
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...New Start continued
This Saturday, January 11th, come by the Camas Senior & Community Center for their monthly Breakfast. Great Food... Great Friends!
Fairfield Food Bank:
This Friday, January 10th, from 3 to 5 p.m.
Fairfield Kids Bowling League?
The City of Fairfield is interested in sponsoring bowling for kids. The kids would be transported to Gooding. It could be for a trip or a league. The league would be for nine weeks. Please call the city office (764-2333) and let them know if you are interested.
Thank You...
We would like to thank the PTO and everyone who helped contribute to making our Christmas bright and magical. It was all a great surprise to our family at a very important moment in time. It made us feel like a real part of the community. The Saeger Family Join the City of Fairfield for an afternoon of
Skating Fun! Saturday, January 11, 2014 Fairfield City Park Ice Rink from 2 to 5 p.m. Hot Cocoa and Chili
Brad Christopherson, the city manager, and Rex Harding, JUB Engineers, gave the council an update on the sewer project. The replacement of a collapsed sewer line in the Lewiston Street area is nearing completion. Also in that area, the city was able to abandon about a block and half of old water line by connecting into a newer and closer water line. Besides the ongoing construction projects, the city will be looking for another council member, as well as an additional police officer.
The City of Fairfield has several pairs of skates, ladies sizes 6 & 7, available to lend for the season. Do you have skates you no longer use? We would welcome those drop offs at City Hall to add to our lending program. Also, if anyone has lost a coat at the ice rink or any other items please check with the City Office.
Lets get ready for college!
Scholarship Workday
January 22, 2014, 6 to 8 p.m. mtn time
Applying for college and scholarships can be intimidating. University of Idaho Extension is offering a workshop to go over the scholarship process and to provide you with tips for getting the most out of your application. Bring two scholarship applications to review, some will be provided. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors in High School (and their parents) are invited to join the event which will be held at the Gooding Extension Office (203 Lucy Lane). RSVP by January 17th by calling the Gooding office (934-4417) or join the event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoodingCounty4H/ This is a must attend event if you are interested in going to ANY junior or senior college!
Second Megaload Moves Through Idaho On Friday, January 3rd, the Idaho Transportation Department issued the permit for a second Omega Morgan shipment traveling the same route across Idaho as the previous Omega Morgan transport This shipment, which is slightly smaller than the first (23 feet wide, 18 feet 11 inches high, 349 feet long, and 799,900 pounds) will be allowed to travel between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Also, the load will not travel if visibility is less than 500 feet. Motorists are advised to expect delays on southern and eastern Idaho highways during the transport of the Omega Morgan equipment shipment. As much as possible, delays to other vehicles will be limited to 15 minutes. Flaggers and pilot vehicles will accompany the transport vehicle.
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2014 Property Tax Reduction Program Circuit Breaker - Apply between January 1 & April 15 The Property Tax Reduction (Circuit Breaker) program reduces property taxes* for qualified applicants. The amount of reduction is based on income for the previous calendar year. If you qualify, the property taxes on your home and up to one acre of land may be reduced by as much as $1,320. *Property Tax Reduction benefits will not reduce solid waste, irrigation, or other fees charged by government entities. To apply, contact your county assessor for application materials, complete the application, provide proof of: income, medical expenses, and the requirements you meet (age 65 or older, blind, VA disability, etc.), and file the application with your assessor’s office by April 15. You must apply for your 2014 property tax reduction between January 1 and April 15, 2014. You must apply and qualify each year to receive this benefit (property tax reductions are not renewed automatically). If your application is approved, your property tax reduction will appear on your December 2014 tax bill. Additional Tax Relief Options The Property Tax Deferral Program offers certain qualified individuals a way to defer property taxes on their home and up to one acre of land. A qualified applicant may qualify separately for this program or use this program along with the Property Tax Reduction Program to provide additional property tax assistance. Deferred taxes and interest must be repaid to the state of Idaho when ownership of the property changes or the property no longer qualifies for the Homeowner’s Exemption.
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify for property tax reduction in 2014 if you... 1. Owned and lived in a home or mobile home in Idaho that was your primary residence before April 15, 2014 (You may qualify if you lived in a care facility or nursing home. Contact your county assessor for information.), and 2. Had income of $28,700 or less for 2013, and 3. Met one or more of the following status requirements as of January 1, 2014: • Age 65 or older • Widow(er) • Blind • Fatherless or motherless child under 18 years of age • Former prisoner of war/hostage • Veteran with a 10% or more service-connected disability or receiving a pension from Veterans Affairs for a nonservice-connected disability • Disabled as recognized by the Social Security Administration, Railroad Retirement Board, or Federal Civil Service
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Willard Von Weller
Joseph Kent Marantette
Willard “Bill” G. Von Weller, 74, a resident of Gooding, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Bill was born on May 31, 1939 in Wendell, Idaho, the son of Bill and Roma Von Weller. He was raised and educated in Wendell. Bill married Roberta Caldwell on February 11, 1960 in Elko, Nevada. Bill worked for Gooding Ford for 20 years before they closed. He then worked for Lewis Auto Parts where he worked until his health forced him to retire early. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Gooding. Bill is survived by: his wife, Roberta of Gooding; three daughters, Debbie (Willie) Mullins of Gooding, Sheri Von Weller of Twin Falls and Billie Jo (Ken) Quigley of Gooding; his stepmother, Edoline Von Weller of Wendell; two sisters, Darlene (Calvin) Kuntz of Gooding and Mary Hollon of Twin Falls; four grandchildren, Will (Kresley), Mandi (Lonnie), Mitch (Kortnee), and Steven; and four great grandchildren, Jayden, Jakobe, Marissa, and Madden. He was preceded in death by: his parents and two brothers, Mike and Kenny. Funeral services were held on Monday, January 6, 2014, at the Gooding L.D.S. Church. Burial followed at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding.
Joseph Kent Marantette, 60, a resident of Gooding, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2013 at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Joe was born on September 24, 1953 in Blackfoot, Idaho to Mark Leo and Alice Irene Pendlebury Marantette. He was raised and educated in Blackfoot and Pocatello. He married Laura Thompson in Blackfoot, Idaho. They were later reunited again in Gooding, Idaho. Joe was a member of the Masonic Lodge and was very active in the Gooding United Methodist Church, where he made many close friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Laura Marantette; daughter, Ashley Huber; step-children, Cpt. John Ryan Antill, Stephanie (T.J.) Felix, Kimberly Huber (Francisco), and Michael Huber; grandchildren, Anthony Huber, Natliegh Huber, Xavier Huber, Tyson Felix, Emmleigh Felix, Jackglenn Felix, Moises Huber, Maida Huber, Maximo Cervantes, Marely Cervantes and Mackenzie Cervantes. The family requests memorial contributions in Joe’s name be made to the Gooding United Methodist Church. A memorial service was held at on Sunday, January 5, 2013 at the United Methodist Church in Gooding. Send condolences www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
Neal Allen Young Neal Allen Young, 78, of Wendell, passed away Monday December 30, 2013 in Boise. He was born December 23, 1935, in Jerome, Idaho, the son of Byron Cline Young and Frieda Rosella Stratton Young. Neal was raised in Jerome and graduated from Jerome High School. He served his country in the United States Army. Neal spent most of his working life as a truck driver. He made his home in the Magic Valley, where he raised six children. Neal loved being outdoors and spent a lot of time whitewater rafting. He enjoyed going for drives and he also loved shooting. Neal is survived by his children; Ronald (Debbie) Young of Gooding, Robin Mullinix of Twin Falls, Larry (Connie)
Reed of Jerome, Allen (Heather) Young of Wendell, Jonie (Jeff) Wininger of Meridian, and Kevin (Cory) Young of Twin Falls. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 13 greatgrandchildren, four sisters, Shirley Buttram, Norma (John) Hepworth, Wilma (Devon) Scovill, and Helen (Randall) Rector; two brothers, Larry (Iris) Young and Roger (Sue) Young; and many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and a great-granddaughter, Brooke. Funeral services were conducted on Monday January 6, 2014, at the Jerome LDS 10th Ward Chapel. Interment with military honors followed at the Jerome Cemetery.
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Jane Reitsma-Vollema
Reta M. Conner, 91, of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Dietrich, ID, passed away Dec. 29, 2013. Reta was born in Dietrich Id Aug. 20, 1922, the daughter of Caroline and Steve Ballard. Reta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She graduated as valedictorian from Dietrich HS in 1941 where she excelled at playing basketball. Reta married Robert Conner in 1951. In 1962 Reta and family moved to Fallbrook, CA where she worked as a fruit packer. In 1984 Reta and Robert moved to Tucson, AZ to retire. Reta loved working in her yard, growing plants and when Christmas came she always put on a show with 1000’s of Christmas lights. Reta is survived by her daughters, Carolyn Cranney and Bonnie/Fred Warren, daughter-in-law, Shirley Conner, 7 grandchildren, Lori/Chris Knickerbocker, Shad/Carey Warren, BreeAnna Powell, Rebecca Conner and Robert Conner, 6 great-grandchildren, Kodie/Ashleigh Farney, Autumn Knickerbocker, Shad Warren II, Kilel Knickerbocker, Cyle Warren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, Orlando Knickerbocker, Valentin Knickerbocker, and Garrett Farney, and her sister Esther Galloway of Fallbrook, CA. Reta was preceded in death by her husband Robert Conner, son Robin Conner, grandsons Torry Cranney and Jeff Cranney, sister Phyllis Thorpe, brothers Leo Ballard, Allen Ballard and Bob Ballard. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Burial will follow at the Shoshone Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
Jane Reitsma-Vollema, 77, of Wendell, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013, at her home in Wendell. Jane was born April 11, 1936. in Suwald, The Netherlands, the daughter of Alle Allema and Saapke de Boer. She grew up and attended schools in The Netherlands. On June 26, 1959, Jane married Pete Reitsma in Suwald, Netherlands. In February 1960, they moved to the United States settling in the Chino, Calif., area until 1974 when they moved and began their dairy business in Wendell. Jane was an active member of the New Life Community Church in Wendell, serving in many capacities. For the past 17 years, she has been a chaplin at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls. Jane is survived by her husband, Jack Vollema of Wendell; children, Gadlo (Carey Parish) Reitsma, Bert (Sandy Fedders) Reitsma, Greg (Melisa Parish) Reitsma, Floyd (Colleen Thomas) Reitsma and JoAnnita Reitsma; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Froukje Allema-Hoogendam, Doete Allema-Groenewoud, Joukje Allema-Dotinga and Berber Allema-Antonides; and brother, Egbert Allema. She is preceded in death by her son, Allen Piet in 1965, and husband, Pete Reitsma in 1997. A celebration of Jane’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014, at New Life Community Church, 800 W. Main St. in Wendell, with Pastor Gary Westra and Shorty Brown officiating. Burial will follow at the Wendell Cemetery. A viewing for family and friends will take place from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Reynolds Funeral Chapel, 2466 Addison Ave. E. in Twin Falls. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given in Jane’s name to World Renew or R.B.C. Ministries. Contributions may be given to funeral chapel staff or mailed to Reynolds Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 1142, Twin Falls, ID 83303.
Roy William Shoup, 85, a resident of Gooding, passed away Monday, January 6, 2014 at his home in Gooding. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., on Friday, January 10, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Burial will follow at the Elmwood Cemetery. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Gooding Senior Center in Roy’s name.
Gary Warren Hill, 77, a resident of Shoshone, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2014 at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center in Boise. Arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel.
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Naomi Marian Ineas, 78, a resident of Sacramento, California, formerly of Shoshone, passed away Friday, January 3, 2014 in Sacramento. Local arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
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Senior Center Menues All menues are subject to change without notice.
Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Lunch: 2.50 (2-9) $5 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested)
Breakfast: (8 to 10) 2nd Saturday of the Month
Call by 10 a.m. for take out. Also, please let the Center know if you have any special dietary needs such as allergies to food. -------------------------Friday, January 10 Roast Beef & Potato w/ Biscuits Tuesday, January 14 Sloppy Joes, Potatoes & Veggies Wednesday, January 15 Turkey Squash Risotto Rolls*
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Hello, I am Timberly Trent and I am a VISTA with the Idaho 4-H Youth Program, What is a VISTA? VISTA is a yearlong volunteer program, a full time commitment that services specific projects. The specific projects typically are based around capacity building, educational programs, and poverty. As a VISTA I will be working with the Gooding Library and the University of Idaho Extension Youth Development program. Together we will be designing an after school and summer program where I will bringing in volunteers to teach STEAM based activities to youth. I will also promote 4-H , increase parent and community involvement, program capacity and volunteer capacity. What is STEAM? STEAM stands for- Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math. If you want to join in on activities, checkout the Gooding Library after school and on Fridays. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer to help teach short term activities or would like to share something contact me at ttrent@uidaho.edu I am looking forward to this exciting year!
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Breakfast: 3rd Saturday of the Month (8 to 10)
----------------------Thursday, Jan. 9 (Rich) Chili Hot Dogs & Fries w/ B. Pie Friday, Dec. 10 (Sho) Turkey & Potato w/ Carrot Cake Monday, Dec. 13 (Rich) Ham & Beans w/ Corn Bread Tuesday, Dec. 14 (Sho) Ham & Beans w/ Corn Bread Wednesday, Dec. 15 (Sho) Tuna Fish Sand & Cherry Pie The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
New Alanon Meeting at the Gooding Walker Center (605 11th Avenue East) Every other Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
All are welcome!
Questions? Call MaryLou 934-5380 The Al-Anon Family Group is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope, in order to solve their common problems.
The Lace Reader by Brunonia Barry Chick Book Warning. This story is chock full of chicks acting weird in modern-day Salem, Massachusetts which has become, if this author is to be believed, a witch theme-park populated by psychopaths who are so far out there that the witches are the conservatives. Between the covers of this doozy of a story, we have, but are not limited to, witches reading head bumps, an evangelical woman-abuser, a certified nutcase with a bizarre “twin twist”, a murder mystery, a missing person mystery, and a cop with migraines that give him visual hallucinations. The only sane person in the entire story is the famous Crazy Woman who lives on an island that is so close to downtown Salem that everyone can see when she turns on the bathroom light (kerosene). This story takes place in an area that is jammed with people getting photographed with black robed witches and a harbor that has more party boats than water. By the way, it’s the “regular” people who read the future in lace. You’ve been warned.
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Did you go out for New Year’s or did the New Year meet you where you were? I usually don’t go anywhere on New Year’s Eve. In fact, you are more likely to find me in bed by 11:00 p.m. that night, unlike any other night. I have a class A CDL drivers license. That means I’m not going to be out drinking or causing an accident. The chances of someone else involving me in such an event are a lot higher. To lose my license for three years is a pretty hard penalty for someone else’s error. This year I decided a couple of rental western movies would make my evening complete at home. I figured I could enjoy the movies in a warm house and not even worry about being anywhere. The first movie I watched was a real dud as far as movies go. It looked like someone used their ranch and family to make a C rate movie. I was not impressed. The second movie I had rented was equipped with a little better acting, more of what I expected to enjoy. As I got through three quarters of the movie everything just came out as lines on the television. Apparently, the movie was scratched and ruined. No matter how I tried I could get nothing past that point. I was beginning to think maybe I should have went somewhere because my nice movie night at home sure wasn’t cutting the cake. Most people make resolutions on New Year’s Eve for the upcoming year. I may just plan to go back to listening to the radio as I have done in years before. So many times we make a resolution which we fall short on. The resolution, or goal, sometimes is too large to achieve. Then we get disgusted and tell ourselves we aren’t setting any more resolutions. A one time notice to ourselves of a resolution usually isn’t enough to make it happen. We need continued efforts or follow-ups to make our resolutions work. Making a resolution or achieving a goal takes training, similar to a boxer who goes in for the big fight. One fight alone doesn’t prepare him in the way he needs to be trained. Procedures need to be engrained in one’s mind. Our conscious mind doesn’t always give us the road map to our goals, only a green light. Proper training starts by feeding the subconscious part of your mind. What you lock up inside will show up on the outside. Reading is one such way to feed information internally. In today society I feel we have allowed television to rob us from our internal goal maker. Limited television, proper reading, and softer music helps us focus, remember, and be more motivated to achieve our goals or resolutions. I hope this year to feed my subconscious with a little better “food for thought.” I hope your New Year’s resolutions can start or finish with the same feeding. This is my “Cup of New Year’s Tee”
Tee Hurd
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Visit Your Public Library Today Wendell Public Library HOURS
11:00 to 5 Monday thru Friday
375 1st Avenue East, Wendell ~ 536–6195
Richfield District Library 105 South Main Street ~ 487–1242 Tuesday 2-6 & Thursday 10-6
StoryTime Every Thursday - 10:30 a.m.
The Shoshone Library 211 South Rail West ~ 886–2843 ~ Open ~ Mon 12 to 5 Wed 12 to 7 Thur 10 to 4 Fri 12 to 5 Sat 12 to 3
Gooding Public Library 934–4089 ~ 306 5th Avenue West Regular Hours of Operation
Monday 12 to 5 Thursday 1 to 8 Tuesday 1 to 8 Friday 12 to 5 Wednesday 10 to 5 Saturday Closed
Camas County Public Library HOURS
Monday 12:30 to 8 Thursday 10 to 5:30 Tue, Wed & Fri 12:30 to 5:30
607 Soldier Road, Fairfield ~ 764–2553
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Greetings as we begin the 2014 Legislative Session. It started this Monday, January 6th, and is scheduled to tentatively end March 21st. This is about two weeks earlier than usual which relates to the fact that this is an election year with primary elections in late May leaving little time to campaign. There are several looming issues and those of you who were able to attend our pre-legislative meetings in the various towns of Lincoln, Camas, Blaine, and Gooding Counties learned more about those issues. Thank you for taking time to attend those meetings. The Major Issues are: Budget: The economy is still sluggish and we look for about a 3% revenue increase. That equates to about an $80 million projected surplus for the year. The Governor provided us with his budget numbers in the State of the State address on the 6th, but most feel this budget will about keep up with inflation so most agency budgets will be flat with little extra for new programs. With pent up needs in building and equipment maintence and previous program cuts these agencies will experience additional difficulties meeting the needs of the public. Education: The Governors’ Education Task Force made 20 recommendations to strengthen Idaho schools with about a $350 million price tag. There is talk of a multi-year plan to institute these recommendations and I am part of a 4 bill attempt to put in place these programs and then allow the Department of Education to prioritize spending to develop them as we receive the revenue. The task force felt the recommendations were a package and this is an attempt to keep the package together. I see discussions about the Common Core and the testing associated with it. I favor the Common Core as an outline of what children should know at specific levels, but do have reservations about the time the projected testing programs will take from student classroom time. Transportation: A group of bills were introduced at the end of last session that would provide additional money for highways. Some possibilities were an increase in fuel taxes, registration fees, and transferring automobile related sales taxes to transportation funding. Delayed maintence for roads and bridges gets worse every year and before long this will result in having a reduced life expectancy for those structures and the extreme cost of replacing them. We do need to deal with this. Health Care: Because of the late start developing our Health Exchanges we had to rely upon the Federal web site this year. By developing ways to allow individuals to search health plans available in Idaho we have been able to bypass many of the problems with signing up on the federal site. By next October Idaho should have their website complete. Because Idaho did not expand Medicaid we will still have a hole in coverage for many of our low income citizens. The counties will have to continue to help pay the indigent bills for these individuals. Providing adequate healthcare for our citizens still continues to be a challenge as we rate close to the bottom in the ratio of doctors
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per persons in our population. This is especially a concern in our rural areas. Corrections: After all the lawsuits associated with the private contractor at one of our prisons it appears that Idaho will have to take over running that prison. Putting an operational plan into place will take additional funding as the Department takes over. A recent study of our corrections system was critical of programs causing delays in parole and the parole system itself because of the high number of parolees returning to prison. There were recommendations to improve the system and hopefully we can carry some of them out. The Legislature will be dealing with many more issues besides these, but they will be addressed in my weekly updates as they appear in the session. This being an election year will influence the legislation that gets passed. In many areas sitting legislators are being challenged in the primary by more conservative challengers. This will set the tone of legislation and the debates in the House and Senate. It will be an interesting year. A year where you can tune in to the floor sessions and committee meetings through Idaho Public Radio broadcasts. These can be accessed on Idaho.gov the official Idaho State Website. I look forward to your comments on legislation. It is important to the delegation to know what our constituentients feel about the various issues we deal with. I can be contacted at 208-308-0046 and on e-mail at dpence@ Donna Pence house.idaho.gov during the session.
January 8, 2014
EPA Proposes Wood Stove Restrictions
The federal Environmental Protection Agency is proposing new standards for wood stoves that would reduce the maximum amount of fine particulate emissions allowed for new stoves sold in 2015 and 2019. Maximum emissions would be reduced by one-third next year and by 80 percent in five years. Fine particulate pollution is made up of solid particles and liquid droplets that measure 2.5 micrometers in diameter or less. These particulates have been linked to heart attacks, decreased lung function and premature death in people with heart or lung disease. The EPA currently certifies non-catalytic wood stoves if they produce less than 7.5 grams of fine particulate per hour. The proposed regulations would reduce that to 4.5 grams per hour for stoves manufactured after the regulations go into place next year. The standards would tighten again in 2019. New stoves could emit just 1.3 grams per hour. Wood stoves already installed or for sale are not affected by the regulations. The EPA said dollars spent for compliance would be made up in medical cost savings. “When these standards are fully implemented, EPA estimates that for every dollar spent to comply with these standards, the American public will see between $118 and $267 in health benefits,” it said. “Consumers will also see a monetary benefit from efficiency improvements in the new wood stoves, which use less wood to heat homes. The total health and economic benefits of the proposed standards are estimated to be at $1.8 (billion) to $2.4 billion annually.” The EPA will be taking public comment on the proposed changes for 90 days.
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Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ LeNotice of Trustee’s Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today’s date: December 4, 2013 File No.: 7023.108001 Sale date and time (local time): April 8, 2014 at 11:00 AM Sale location: on the front steps of the Camas County Courthouse, 501 Soldier Road, Fairfield, ID 83327 Property address: 932 5th Street West aka 932 W Fifth Street Fairfield, ID 83327 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Duane Jernberg an unmarried person Lee Ann Schlafke, an unmarried person Original trustee: Pioneer Title Company of Ada County Original beneficiary: Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. Recording date: 02/10/2004 Recorder’s instrument number: 076805 County: Camas Sum owing on the obligation: as of December 4, 2013: $98,004.91 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property’s legal description is: Lot 1 in Block 5 of Soldier Mountain Estates Subdivision, Camas County, Idaho, according to the Plat thereof, recorded in the office of the County Recorder of said County. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7023.108001) 1002.261063-File No. 12/18/2013, 12/25/2013, 1/1/2014 & 1/8/2014 IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIFTH DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF CAMAS ONEWEST BANK, FSB, Plaintiff, v. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF JOYCE LEAVITT, DECEASED, ESTATE OF JOYCE LEAVITT, DECEASED, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND UNKNOWN PERSONS IN POSSESSION OR CLAIMING RIGHT TO POSSESSION, Defendants.
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NOTICE OF SHERIFF`S SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 30th day of January, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 a.m., of said day in the Lobby of the Camas County Courthouse, 501 Soldier Road, Fairfield, ID 83327, I will sell all of the right, title and interest of said Defendants, in and to the above described property, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash in lawful currency of the United States, to satisfy said execution and all costs. The Sheriff by Certificate of Sale, will transfer the right, title and interest of the judgment debtors in and to the property at the time the execution or attachment was levied. The Sheriff will give possession, but does not guarantee clear title nor continued possessory right to the purchaser. The judgment debtor or redemptioner may redeem the property from
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Gooding Garden Society The Gooding Garden Society has ended the season. In November we had a very delightful Christmas dinner. In December we had our cookie exchange with twenty memebers and dozens and dozens of delicious home baked cookies. We enjoyed trying them all, and taking a few home. We also delivered a great many of them to Helping Hearts & Hands. We had a wonderful year with doubling our membership. It was a delightful group of gardeners who all loved sharing and learning about the art of gardening. The fair in August was fantastic, and we thank all of you who entered your flowers and plants. There will be a few changes next year to make a larger number of flower types to enter. We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas, remembering to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. At planting time, we gardeners are amazed and awed at God’s creation and how such tiny seeds will burst forth with beautiful flowers, or that corn kernals grow a tall corn stock with beautiful ears of delicious corn, and on, and on, and on. Keep warm, and God Bless, Ruth Brown, member G.G.S. Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal
the purchaser within one (l) year after the sale, if the real property sold consisted of a tract of land of more than twenty (20) acres, and within six (6) months after the sale if the real property sold consisted of a tract of land of twenty (20) acres or less, paying the purchaser the amount of his purchase with interest thereon at the rate allowed in Section 28-22-104(1), Idaho Code, from the date of sale to the date of redemption, together with the amount of any assessment or taxes which the purchaser may have paid thereon after the commencement of the action and which are not included in the judgment, and interest at the rate allowed in Section 28-22—104(1), Idaho Code, on such amount. BY VIRTUE of an execution in my hands, issued our of the District Court of the Fifth Judicial District Court of the State of Idaho, County of Camas, in the suit of ONEWEST BANK, FSB v. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF JOYCE LEAVITT, DECEASED, ESTATE OF JOYCE LEAVITT, DECEASED, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND UNKNOWN PERSONS IN POSSESSION OR CLAIMING RIGHT TO POSSESSION, Case No. CV-2011-50, duly attested the 27th day of December, 2013, I levied upon all right, title and interest of all defendants, in and to the following described real property, situated in Camas, County, Idaho, to wit: THE NORTH 66.5 FEET OF LOTS 14 AND 15 IN BLOCK 21, FAIRFIELD TOWNSITE, CAMAS COUNTY, IDAHO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY GIVEN UNDER MY HAND this 27th day of December, 2013. SHERIFF OF CAMAS COUNTY By Vickie Chess, Civil Deputy
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For Sale ►1990 Pontiac Sunbird: V6, 5 speed, 17” Emke wheels w/ new tires, and new fuel pump, clutch, starter, and battery. KNN air filter. $1800. Call 731-6527. ►Firewood for Sale: Mix-species, full length logs delivered by truck, approx 15 cord. Also, rough-sawn lumber, any size. Call 208-921-6493. ►1000 gallon steel water tank on steel trailer. $500 OBO. Call 539-0183. ►Gooding House for Sale: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2000 sq feet plus 2car garage and large storage shed. Wonderful family room, underground sprinklers, vinyl fencing, new windows, central air heating w/heat pump. 821 Michigan Street, Gooding. Call 490-6405 or 934-5327.
For Rent ►House for Rent: 2.5 bed, 1 bath house at 813 Soldier Road in Fairfield. 1200 sq ft. Available January 1st. $400 per month plus utilities. Call 764-2171. 4 cords of firewood also available for purchase. ►For Rent Fairfield: 3bd 1.5bth Home: new carpet, tile, range, dishwasher, microwave, w/d hook-ups, water pd, $600 rent $600 dep. Call 358-1457 ►Now Available. Small cottage with large garage. Very Clean and semi furnished. Sunny location with large fenced yard.
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