Courier NEWS Vol 47 Num 12

The Courier

News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding NEWS

March 22, 2023 Vol 47 Num 12

Local School Funding Ballots Pass

Across Idaho, more than 70% of school funding ballots failed, with 5 out of 7 bond requests falling short of the 2/3 majority needed to pass. Supplemental levies did better because a simple majority (50% + 1) was easier to obtain. This is fortunate because 80% of Idaho schools rely on supplemental levies for ongoing expenses.

In Camas County, voters approved two levies totalling $300,000 with nearly 80% in favor (152 yes votes - 39 no votes). In Gooding County, the Joint District 231 levy for $759,000 passed with 59% approval (188 yes - 131 no). Both of these levies were for two years. While these levies will cover ongoing expenses, the Camas School District is in need of more space for students. Next Tuesday evening, March 28th at 6:00 p.m., the Board of Trustees will hold the first of two public meetings at the Camas Senior Center in order for the community to ask questions and get detailed information about two proposals.

Proposal 1: To build an Ag Annex Building on campus that would offer 4 new classrooms and two large shop facilities for Career Technical education.

Proposal 2: To build a new school at a new site that would provide new facilities for all programs K-12. An "alternative funding source" for this building project will be explained at the community meetings.

A Parent Engagement survey addressing this issue is also available on the school website: camascountyschools.org. The survey takes only a few minutes and your responses are anonymous. However, your answers are critical in helping the school district move forward. The big question is how to pay for this expansion. Given the propensity for voters to reject bonds, projects like this face an uphill battle, especially in small communities. No one wants a higher property tax bill. The answer might be on Governor Little desk.

Last week, House Bill 292 was approved by the House and sent to the Senate. On Monday, the Senate overwhelmingly approved the bill 32 to 3. If signed by the Governor, House Bill 292 will provide property tax relief via tax credits for homeowners. The bill also facilitates a facility fund for school districts that will make $100 million in state money available to pay for school facilities. The goal is to reduce the burden of property tax on communities.

The bill has the support of the Idaho Association of Counties, the Associated Taxpayers of Idaho, and the Idaho Association of Commerce and Industry.

The downside for school districts is that the bill (as sent to the Governor) ends their ability to run bond and levy elections in March. Waiting until the May election date creates a time crunch for preparing budgets. It also makes it hard to make timely salary offers to retain staff for the following school year.

The House preference was to remove both the March and August election dates to save counties money in running elections. Removing only the March date was a compromise between the two chambers. The March election is very often a low-turnout election used almost exclusively by school districts, costing anywhere from $6,000 to $85,000, depending on the county.

Senator Chris Trakel from Caldwell said, “A small fraction of people come out for these elections, and decide on a massive amount of property taxes.” Other senators said it's not perfect long-term fix but it should provide noticeable immediate tax relief.

Governor Little Signs Broadband Investment Law

Governor Brad Little signed Senate Bill 1129 into law Monday, adding another $125 million to improve broadband infrastructure throughout the state as part of his "Idaho First" plan. Another $100 million is nearing legislative approval as part of the Idaho Department of Commerce appropriation budget, for a total of $225 million in new funding for broadband expansion in Idaho.

The Idaho Broadband Advisory Board oversees the distribution of funds to ensure all corners of the state can have fast, reliable broadband. Through investments, the state has been able to connect tens of thousands of underserved households in Idaho, the majority of which are in rural communities of less than 3,000 residents.

The new funds signed into law will help the state tackle the more than $600 million worth of projects waiting for funding. One of those projects might be in Camas County.

Last year, residents of Camas County were asked to take Internet speed test to determine the current Internet speeds and costs within the county. The latest update from the speed tests show the county is entirely underserved, and over 80% of the county is considered unserved because of download speeds of less than 10 Mbps and upload speeds often less than 1Mbps.

With assistance from the Idaho non-profit, Imagine Idaho; a Design Study for Camas County/City of Fairfield has been created by Breaking Point Solutions; this hybrid design with fiber and towers would cover 85% of residents with reliable service and would have minimum speeds of 100 Megabits per second l Mbps) Download and 20 Mbps Upload.

The goal is to fund the design and installation through grants such as "Idaho First" and will not be funded through local property taxes.

The next step is an "INTEREST IN SERVICE SURVEY" to assist with the grant process. Camas County is asking residents of the county to answer a few questions and send them to:

camasbroadbandproiect@gmail.com

You find more information at: www.camascounty.id.gov. You can also test your home internet speed on the county website by clicking on the Camas County Broadband Project tab.

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Camas County Fair Board

The Camas County Fair Board will be meeting this Thursday, March 23rd, at 5:00 in the Courthouse Annex.

END OF SEASON PARTY

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort will hold their End of Season party this Saturday, March 25th. Come enjoy the fun watching the Cardboard Box Derby and Pond Skim Contest. There will be delicious BBQ & Drinks as well as other fun and games.

Livestock Hall of Fame to Honor New Inductees

The Southern Idaho Livestock Hall of Fame will honor its newest inductees April 11th at the Stone House in Old Town, Twin Falls, during the organization's 62nd annual banquet. The Stone House is located at 330 4th Ave.S.. Twin Falls. (New Location). The banquet will open with social time at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m.

Tickets for the prime rib dinner are $30 and can be reserved by calling Eric Bennett at (208) 320-5769. This year's inductees include:

1. Former Idaho State Veterinarian Bill Barton, DVM

2. John and Barb Brubaker, Buhl, ID.

3. LaRay and Janet Easterday, Buhl, ID

4. Steve and Abby Whitesides, Rupert

5. Gerald and Celia Marchant, Oakley

Camas Quips Gathered by Tee Hurd

Uncle Ben has died - no more Mr. Rice guy. -- -- --

My friend ask me to round up his 37 Sheep. I said, "40." -- -- --

My girlfriend said, "You act like a detective too much. I want to split up." I replied, "Good idea. That way we can cover more ground." -- -- --

My grandpa warned people the Titanic would sink. No one listened. He kept warning them until he was kicked out of the theater. -- -- --

There are three guys on a boat and they have four cigarettes, but nothing to light them with. They threw one cigarette overboard and the boat became a cigarette lighter. -- -- --

I don't like people who take drugs. For example: airport security. -- -- --

A man is washing his car with his son. The son asked, "Dad, can't you just use a sponge?" -- -- --

A plateau is the highest form of flattery.

Why can't T-Rex clap their hands? Because they are extinct. -- -- --

Competition was tight. It was down to two artist for the art contest. It ended in a draw. Why don't calculus majors throw house parties? Because they don't want their guests to drink and derive. -- -- --

Two skeletons decide to take a vacation in Mexico. On the way there, one of the skeletons gasped. "Oh no, we have to go back! I forgot my tombstone." The other skeleton looked at the other and said, "Why would you need your tombstone in Mexico?" The first said, "How do you plan to cross the boarder without an ID?" -- -- --

Grandpa says, "I got myself a laptop. The salesman ensured me it was built in the U.S. but when I opened the package, I found a note saying 'Built in Webcam'" -- -- --

There are only two instances when people hate the alarm clock: 1-when it rings, and 2-when it doesn't ring.

Food and Ag has Massive Impact on the Economy

25 food and agriculture groups released the seventh annual Feeding the Economy report, revealing food and agriculture industries and their suppliers contribute over $8.6 trillion to the U.S. economy, nearly one-fifth of total national output and a 22% increase since the 2019 report (FeedingTheEconomy.com)

The 2023 Feeding the Economy report demonstrates the resilience and strength of America’s food and agriculture sector, showing increased economic output in every state compared to the 2022 report.

The data, which is also broken down by state, shows the food and ag industry in Idaho is responsible for 370,878 jobs in the state, as well as $21.9 billion in total wages, $7.5 billion in taxes and $1 billion in exports.

“Those numbers are astounding and reveal just how important the agriculture and food sector is to Idaho’s economy and the American economy as a whole,” said Idaho Farm Bureau Federation President Bryan Searle. “It clearly shows that the food and agriculture industries are dynamic contributors to the Idaho and U.S. economy.”

For the purpose of the study, the food and agriculture industries include any business involved in food agriculture, food manufacturing, food wholesaling, and food retailing (so-called “farm to fork”).

Providing data on jobs, wages, and economic output, this farm-to-fork analysis illustrates the food and agriculture sector’s impact on local and nationwide economic activity. This year’s report shows the U.S. food and agriculture sector nationwide directly supports nearly 23 million jobs, provides $927 billion in wages, and is particularly vital to rural communities across America.

Notably, the 2023 report reveals that the manufacturing of agricultural products accounts for nearly one-fifth of total manufacturing jobs in the U.S. Overall, more than 46 million jobs are supported across the food and agriculture supply chain, an increase of nearly 2% since the 2019 report despite the economic challenges and disruptions associated with the global pandemic.

The strength highlighted in this year’s report reinforces that agriculture is evolving and innovating to meet the demands of the 21st century.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, between 1948 and 2019, land use for agriculture decreased by 28% while land productivity grew nearly four times and labor productivity grew more than 10 times. In fact, agriculture’s total factor productivity growth rate is among the highest of U.S. sectors.

“This study highlights the impact the greater food and ag sector industries have on the American economy and the sector’s critical role in providing economic opportunity, nutritional value, and safe food for all Americans,” American Bakers Association President and CEO Eric Dell said in a news release announcing the report’s findings.

American Farm Bureau Federation was one of the sponsoring organizations of the report.

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Friday, March 24th: 1:00 p.m.

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obituaries

David George Sliman

David George Sliman, 83, passed away with his family surrounding him on March 13, 2023. David was born in Gooding, Idaho on September 16, 1939, the first born to Lester and Adele (Zaelit) Sliman followed by six sisters.

David went to Gooding schools and graduated with the class of 1957. Shortly after graduating, he joined the Army Reserve and served 8 years.

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886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W) 487–2722 130 S Main Street

Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested)

Thursday, March 23 (Rich) French Fries w/ Corn Dogs

Friday, March 24 (Sho) To Be Determined

Monday, March 27 (Rich) Garlic Bread w/ Spaghetti

Tuesday, March 28 (Sho) To Be Determined

Wed, March 29 (Sho) Cook on Vacation

Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)

Lunch: 60+ $5 (suggested) 11-59 $6 / 5-10 $2 / under 5 free

Friday, March 24 Potatoes & Swedish Meatballs

Tuesday, March 28 Ham n'Bean Soup w/ Sandwich

Wednesday, March 29 Chicken w/ Mac n'Cheese

Gooding 934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)

Breakfast every First Saturday 7:30-9:30..... $5.00

Thursday, March 23 Mash Potatoes w/ Chicken Strips

Monday, March 27 Chicken Fried Steak

Tuesday, March 28 Pulled Pork Sandwiches w/ Tots

Wednesday, March 29 Curry Chicken w/ Rice

Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)

Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.

Friday, March 24... Pizza Homestyle

Monday, March 27... Chicken Fried Steak

Wednesday, March 29... Al Fred Chicken

Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)

Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon.

Friday, March 24... Mac n'Cheese w/ Meatloaf

Monday, March 27... Dessert w/ Beef Stroganoff

In 1960 he married Carolyn Brown and started his farming career which he continued for the rest of his life. David was in the sheep business and had cattle, selling the sheep in 1982. David farmed for the rest of his life and in later years his son and grandson joined him.

David is survived his wife - Carolyn of 62 years; his son - Joe (Elena Shaw); daughter - Tamra (Andres) Barria; he has four grandchildren - Alexx (Jeff) Norstabon of Bliss, Idaho, Torre (Katie) Sliman of Gooding, Christian (Mariana) Barria of Boise and Jessica Barria of Nampa; two great grandchildren - JJ Owen Norstabon and Khlanii Barria; six sisters - Janie Steffens of Boise, Marie (Taylor) Gudmundsen of Boise, Rosie (Joe) Steffens of Hansen, Barbara Chertudi of Spain, Judy (Chris) Oakley of Boise and JoAnn (Carl) Lanham of Boise, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by: his parents - Lester and Adele Sliman; and two brother-in-law'sToby Steffens and Victor Chertudi.

Services for David will be held on Friday, March 24, at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Gooding. A rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m.

He will be laid to rest at the Elmwood Cemetery following the service. A gathering for family and friends will be held at the Gooding County Fair Grounds.

Services are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared at www.demarayfuneralservice.com

Dale Martin McMinn

Dale Martin McMinn, 84, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at his home in Wendell.

Dale Martin was born on April 24, 1938 in Aberdeen, Washington, the son of Martin and Marjorie McMinn.

He was raised and educated in Washington and Oregon, but settled in Boise, Idaho when he was a teenager. He joined the U.S. Army as a young adult.

Dale married Loretta Simmons on November 4, 1961 in Boise.

He is survived by: his wife – Loretta McMinn of Wendell; one son – Bill McMinn of Kamiah, Idaho; two daughters – Deanna (Bob) Bailey of Wendell and Diana (Todd Davis) Durfee of Twin Falls; one brother – Kenneth (Jeannie) McMinn of Arlington, Washington; one sister – Alice Kipp of Mountain Home; nine grandchildren – AJ, Ryan, Michelle, Roxy, Christopher, Nichole, Shelleana, Michael and Hanna; and six great grandchildren – Xander, Emberlee, Kiara, Leila, Cody and Xakari.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; two brothers – Jerry and Melvin; one son – Ellis Dale McMinn; and one daughter – Minnie Rose McMinn.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Wendell. Burial with military honors followed at the Wendell Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Wendell Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com

Bob James Muffley

Bob James Muffley, 76, of Wendell, Idaho, passed away on March 13, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his daughters and wife. His death followed a short battle with cancer.

Bob was born in Boise on February 19, 1947, to James and Edna Muffley. The family soon moved to a farm in Gooding where he was raised with his sisters, Lois and Joan. In a narrative Bob wrote in high school, he describes the simple life and "...all the good times we had on the farm even though there wasn't any television...we didn't miss it or need it. We listened to the radio, played games, or sang songs while Dad played the piano." Bob loved his family life.

Bob attended all 12 years of school in Gooding. He was active in Boy Scouts, DeMolay, baseball and football. He was a saxophonist in high school pep band and played in The Senator Dance Band. Several band members were life-long friends.

Bob attended the University of Idaho in 1965—he had a fantastic time there, which was why he transferred to CSI the very next year! He then attended Boise State College where he earned a BS in Business Administration. During this period, he married Virginia Mari Kast on October 1st, 1966. After college, Bob was drafted into the US Army and stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington. Bob's typing skills and an unexpected injury kept him stateside, a fact that made his family very thankful, although he wasn't happy about it.

The couple moved seven times following Bob's job with First Security Bank. Bob and Mari eventually settled in Wendell, where he opened a Muffley Realty and Insurance branch under his father's guidance. It was here that Bob and Mari raised their family of four daughters. When his father, Jim, retired, Bob took over the Gooding office. Bob was very active within Gooding County. He joined the Lions Club, American Legion, was a member of the 40/8, and participated in the Gooding Chamber of Commerce. He advocated in Washington D.C. for Veteran Affairs. He served as local and state president for the Idaho Association of Realtors in 1986 and 1989, and was named Realtor of the Year in 1989. Later, Bob was appointed chairman of the "Mortgage Programs Subcommittee" for the National Association of Realtors. From 1989-93, Bob was elected as a Gooding County Commissioner, to promote the welfare of his community. One of the many things he accomplished was supporting the building of new grandstands at the fairgrounds, plus, he coined the Need to Eight—the beginning of "Save our Seats."

Most notably, as a commissioner, he orchestrated and led part of the Middle Snake River Study Group in 1989 comprised of commissioners from Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln and Twin Falls counties. Bob had an idea: Instead of the government alphabet soup of agencies working independently of each other and creating an "us and them" mentality with local farmers, dairymen, fish hatcheries, power generators and irrigators, Bob brought these entities together. Steve Crump, in a Times News article titled "One Man, One River" quoted Bob who said, "'You look at the river and you try to find who to blame and you soon

find that everybody's to blame.'" Bob's understanding and negotiation skills, along with an enduring passion to preserve the life-blood of Southern Idaho—the Snake River—prompted him to find ways for industry and the environment to survive and thrive side-by-side. The Middle Snake Regional Water Resources Commission is Bob's enduring civil legacy.

It makes perfect sense that Bob's other lasting legacy—his daughters—have all chosen careers that foster his ideas of community and working together. From a private business owner, to an educator and two government professionals; they did him proud. Bob encouraged his girls to make a difference, to always leave a place better than when they found it. His daughters, lovingly, also take partial credit for his fortitude, tolerance and empathy—four strong, independent, and passionate females will certainly teach any father patience and perseverance!

Amazingly, Bob did find time to unwind and enjoy personal and varied interests including restoring three classic cars. A little later in life, Bob's passions for waterways were perhaps a result of his favorite past-time: fishing. Bob loved to fish. Fish, fish, fish. Before and after retirement, he and his crew, "The Four Amigos," planned and executed hundreds of fishing expeditions. When the fishing was slow, the card game, gin, was the go-to, always for money, or for who would buy dinner. His sons-in-law and daughters were also invited on many a foray, and they cherish the memories. Catching walleye at Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir, was a favorite pursuit, as was stopping at Jackpot or The Cove, where the loser could buy dinner.

It was a somewhat sudden loss that will be felt daily as we miss him: his wonderful, distinctive, infectious laugh heard throughout the house; his excitement at catching "a wally;" his jibes and laments of "I'm in a real pickle," just before going down for a gin hand; his presence at every school function, birthday party and sporting event he was invited to; greeting his girls as "Sis;" saying, "It's a good thing you're cute," when giving money or forgiving a mistake, followed by, "'Cause ya ain't too bright!" Then, he'd bake his famous chocolate chip cookies and love his family unconditionally and without reservation.

Bob is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mari; four daughters, Rebecca Lynn Lee, Jill Leontine Allgood, Debra Necia Urrutia, and Bethany Adelle Muffley-Ahlin; five grandchildren, Dougless Irene Skinner, Colten Carl Urrutia, Quincy James Urrutia, Charlize Ada Lee, and Sophia Leontine L'Wren Allgood; one great-grandson, Rian Douglas Skinner-Sheridan; and his sister, Lois Mintun.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, James and Edna Muffley and his sister, Joan Mowery.

While Bob requested no formal services, the family will have a potluck gathering in his honor on a later date at a favorite fishing spot.

Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service—Wendell Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www. demarayfuneralservice.com

death & service notices

Geraldine Gentry, 86, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at the North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Wendell Chapel.

Lloyd Brown, 92, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at his home in Hagerman. Funeral arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.

Nels Harry Anderson, 86, a resident of Twin Falls, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at his home in Twin Falls. A memorial service with military honors will be held at the Snake River Canyon National Cemetery in Buhl on a later date this Spring 2023. Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com

Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to Idaho Code 67-6509 & 67-6511, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Camas County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the Camas County Annex, 517 Soldier Rd., Fairfield, ID 83327 on the 27th day of Mar, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.

The purpose of this hearing is for the Board of Commissioners and the public to consider the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation to amend Resolution 118 and 119; establishing a schedule of fees, charges and expenses for applications and appeals.

Written comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Administrator until 5:00 pm Mar 24th, 2023 at P.O. Box 430, Fairfield, Id 83327 or email via ccpz@rtci.net. Public comment will be limited to 5 minutes at the public hearing. Services for persons with disabilities may be made available by calling the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 208-764-2046 three (3) days in advance of the hearing.

P&Z Administrator

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to Idaho Code 67-6509 & 67-6511, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Camas County Planning and zoning Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the Camas County Annex, 517 Soldier Rd., Fairfield, ID 83327 on the 4th day of Apr, 2023 at 7:05pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.

The purpose of this hearing is for the Planning and Zoning Commissioners and the public to make a recommendation to update the Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8 section C in order to add shooting ranges to Special Provisions.

Written comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Administrator until 5:00 pm Apr 3rd, 2023 at P.O. Box 430, Fairfield, Id 83327 or email via ccpz@rtci.net. Public comment will be limited to 5 minutes at the public hearing. Services for persons with disabilities may be made available by calling the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 208-764-2046 three (3) days in advance of the hearing.

Patricia Rae Mathers

Our dear mother, Patricia Rae Mathers (Pat), passed away on Friday March 3, 2023, at the age of 88.

Born April 21, 1934 in Cortez, Colorado, she grew up immersed in the outdoors, swinging from the quaking Aspens while running sheep in the mountains, jockeying racehorses her father trained and skiing all winter. This passion led her to Colorado A&M where she earned a teaching degree in PE and met her husband of 60 years, Bob Mathers. Together they had three daughters, Jackie, Roylnn and Carla. After brief stints in South Dakota, Colorado, and California, where Pat earned her Masters in Reading Education, the family settled in Idaho. Pat taught English and P.E. at Wendell High School through the 70's before quitting to help out on their dairy farm and play lots of golf and tennis.

Sometime in the early 80s, Bob and Pat discovered Wickenburg, Arizona and fell in love with the area. They began bringing horses down for longer periods each winter until they finally bought property and became true 'snowbirds.' Several years after Bob's death in 2016, Pat moved permanently to Wickenburg where she enjoyed playing bridge, attending book club, and having weekly breakfasts with 'the roper's wives'.

Pat will best be remembered as dedicated to friends, family, and faith - not necessarily in that order. Kind and accepting, she had a way of truly listening when folks spoke and was always available to friends and family. Through any mistakes or bone-head decisions, her daughters always knew she loved and accepted them and had their backs one hundred percent.

A life long Presbyterian, Pat stated that she was not afraid to die; she had lived a long and full life, she knew where she was headed, and she was ready to go. Although her faith was strong, she felt no need for the rituals of religion and asked that no service or remembrance be held. Her ashes will be spread in the mountains where she grew up at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation in her name to your favorite charity.

Chris Krahn

Chris Krahn, 90, of Wildersburg Common (Barre Town, Vermont) passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023, at his home.

Born on November 8, 1932, in Fairfield, Idaho, he was the son of William and Christine (Petersen) Krahn. He attended elementary school in Gooding, Idaho and graduated from Gooding High School in 1950. Following high school, he attended the US Naval Academy, graduating in 1954. He then went on to attend the US Naval Postgraduate School and graduated from there in 1966. He served as a Lt Commander with the Naval Security Group, retiring after 20 years.

He then went to work for the State of Vermont, Department of Budget and Management for 12 years before serving as the Deputy Commissioner for the Department of General Services for 2 years and as Deputy Secretary of Transportation for 1 year before his retirement.

On June 16, 1962, he married Gloria Rich in the U.S. Navy Chapel in Washington, DC. Following their marriage, they made their home in various locations including Washington, DC, Maryland and Montpelier before settling in Barre.

In his spare time, he enjoyed reading, travelling and gardening.

Survivors include his wife Gloria Krahn and his children Christopher Krahn and his wife, Susanne and Patricia Walbridge and her husband, Ken and grandchildren Lynnea, Lee and Christina as well as his brothers Milton Krahn, Morten Krahn, Larry Krahn, and Douglas Krahn.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers William Krahn, Jr., and John Krahn and his sister Matha Irwin.

The service to honor and celebrate his life will be held at the convenience of his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Camp Thorpe, a summer camp for underpriveleged children with disabilities, at 680 Capen Hill Drive, Goshen, VT 05733.

Mary Farnworth Luff

Mary Farnworth Luff, 84, a resident of Richfield, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Serenity Transitional Care in Twin Falls. Mary Farnworth was born on March 24, 1938 in Gooding, Idaho, to Francis Chriss and Emma Minda (Mason) Farnworth.

The family moved to Richfield (Marley area) in 1940 where she was raised, along with three brothers (Daniel, Edwin and Victor) and one sister (Evelyn) and where she graduated high school in 1956. After graduation she worked a short time in Sun Valley, Idaho before returning to Richfield to work at the Richfield bank.

On May 13, 1959 Mary married her best friend – Robert Luff, in a ceremony at the Methodist Church in Richfield. The couple moved several times in the next three years, but never very far. They resided at the Charley house farm, ¾ mile north of Richfield until the fall of 1990 when they moved ¼ mile closer to town.

Mary became a mother to Carmen Jean on December 9, 1968. Mary was very active in Carmen’s childhood, including school activities, 4-H, FFA, and other school events.

Mary has worked for Ward’s Cheese; Shoshone Sale Yard in Shoshone; First Interstate Bank; and in 1986 she became the Richfield District Librarian; besides raising heifers with her husband. Mary will be remembered for her compassion toward others, always helping do what she could especially when it came to children. She was a happy person that was always doing something for someone. She loved to knit, crochet, sew, quilt, garden, making jams and jellies, any arts and crafts, antiques, besides working along Robert’s side on the farm. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by: her daughter – Carmen Jean (Reed) Kofoed.

She was preceded in death by: her husband – Robert Luff; her parents – Chriss and Minda Farnworth; her brothers – Daniel, Edwin and Victor; and her sister – Evelyn Farnworth Wolverton. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Richfield Cemetery in Richfield.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel.

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ORDINANCE NO. 181

AN ORDINANCE OF CAMAS COUNTY, IDAHO ESTABLISHING THE SIZE AND MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA FOR THE CAMAS COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCE(S) IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTlVE DATE.

WHEREAS, the requirements for a planning and zouing commission are set forth in Idaho Code §67-6504; and

WHEREAS, The Board of Camas County Commissioners adopted Ordinance 165 adopting those provisions of Idaho Code §67-6504 and setting the number ofP&Z Commissioners; and

THEREFORE, the Board of Camas County Commissioners hereby adopt the following ordinance in place of Ordinance 165 and declares Ordinance 165 null and void.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF CAMAS COUNTY, IDAHO: The Camas County Planning and Zoning Commission shall consist of at least three (3) nor more than seven (7) voting members, all appointed by the chairman of the county board of commissioners and confirmed by majority vote of the board of commissioners as required in Idaho code 67-6504 (a). An appointed member of the commission must have resided in the county for at least two (2) years prior to his or her appointment and must remain a resident of the county during his or her service on the commission. Not more than one-third of the members of the commission may reside within an incorporated city of one thousand five hundred or more population in the county. At least one-half of the members must reside outside the boundaries of city's area of impact.

Repeal of Previous Ordinances: All prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

Severability: If any part of any provision to these regulations or application thereof to any person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such judgment shall be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or application directly involved in all controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder of these regulations or the application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The County hereby declares that it would have enacted the remainder of these regulations even without any such part, provision or application. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its adoption, approval, and publication.

ADOPTED by the County Commissioners of Camas County, Idaho, this 21st day of February 2023.

ATTEST:

Brianna Walter, County Clerk

Travis Kramer, Chairman Galen Colter, Commissioner Marshall Ralph, Commissioner

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LOOKING TO RENT

Looking for a small, 2 bedroom HOUSE in the Wendell area. Have a cat. Limited income, so maximum $450 per month. Please call Kathy at 536-5201

► PATCHING Levi, coveralls, etc. Repair broken zippers in anything: jackets, bags, pants, etc. Hemming: pants, dresses, coveralls, etc. Drop Off at 380 East Salmon Street in Hagerman, or Julie’s Ace Hardware in Gooding. 208-837-6267 - Kathy.

► Dietrich Highway District has a job opening for a road maintenance person. This is a full time job with insurance and retirement benefits. Must have a Class A CDL. Duties include driving truck, plowing snow, running the grader and chip sealing. Pay is DOE. If you have questions about the job contact Scott Zimmers at 208-539-1741. You can send resumes to the following address: Dietrich Highway District, 340 South 750 East, Dietrich, ID 83324.

► Ridley's North Canyon Hardware in Gooding is looking for someone to work in their greenhouse - April thru mid June. Plant knowledge is a must. Stop by the store at 1427 Main Street.

► Farmhouse Grocery in Shoshone is Hiring! Bring in your resume or pick up an application. Looking for: Full Time & Part Time Cashier, Full Time Grocery Manager, Part Time Bakery Specialist, Part Time Grocery Stocker.

► Lincoln County Rec District is taking applications for POOL MANAGER (part-time) to supervises and evaluates staff in the pool operation during the aquatics season, direct and supervises the collection of all fees, and prepare daily records of receipts and deposits. Stop by the Rec Center 50 S Highway93in Shoshone.

Apartments for Rent

D&G Apartments in Fairfield has clean, attractive apartments available from time to time. These federally assisted affordable housing units offer rental assistance with rent adjusted to your income - ranging from $0 to $600 per month - water, sewer and trash are paid. For more information, contact Gordon Schmidt at 208-421-6723. For the hearing impaired, contact: TTY 1-800-833-6388. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Gooding Senior Housing

Rent based on income.

Must be 62 years or older

Handicapped or Disabled (any age)

USDA Rural Development subsidy

One Bedroom Apartments Available Periodically. Call 208 934-8050 for application.

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