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News 4th of July in the Forest
Press Release If you plan to visit national forest areas during the Independence Day holiday (July 4th) weekend, “Know before you go,” suggests Sawtooth National Forest Acting Supervisor Monte Williams. Fireworks are Prohibited on all national forests yearround. Even if it’s “green,” please practice good sense by using caution with fire and smoking at all times, in all places. Drown, stir and check your campfire for heat with your bare
Camas County Historical Society
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OPEN this Friday July 4th ~ 11 to 4
hand. ALL fires must be DEAD OUT before leaving the site. Responsible Motorized Use. Please stay on designated routes and obtain the appropriate travel maps before you go. On the Sawtooth National Forest visitors should carry the FREE Motorized Vehicle Use Maps, available at Forest Service Offices throughout South Central Idaho. No mud bogging is allowed anywhere on National Forest System lands. Idaho traffic laws apply to all motor vehicles including off-highway vehicles (OHVs) and motorcycles of all types. Be Careful with Fire. While the Forest looks green, fire danger is an important concern. Fires can start very quickly and burn in vegetation that may seem green but is drying out at
an alarming rate. There are no fire restrictions at this time. Please when leaving your campsite for the day or when leaving for home, “make sure your campfire is cold to the touch”. Recreation Information. Due to late snowpack, construction or flood damage, some recreation sites may not be open during the 4th of July holiday weekend. If you have a concern about your favorite site, call the Sawtooth National Forest at 208-737-3200 for information. Camping. Camp sites are open with full services. For good measure be prepared to carry out your trash and bring additional water. Designated campsites have a daily limit so make sure you know how long you can stay in a designated area. continued on page 7.....
4th of July at West Magic ATV Parade at 2 p.m. (Best Decorated ATV wins) BBQ at 5 p.m. Hamburgers/Hot Dogs $10 adults, $8 under 8 years After the BBQ there will be an Auction/Raffle
Saturday July 5th at 12 p.m. - ATV ride
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Volume 38 ~ Number 27 News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
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Minimum Wage Just behind Tennessee, Idaho has one of the highest percentages of people earning at or below the federal minimum wage in the United States. Idaho Democrats are making a big deal about this fact as they campaign for this year’s general election. According to U.S. Senate Candidate Nels Mitchell, “the minimum wage should be a living wage. This is a matter of fundamental fairness and economic justice.” He, and others running for state and federal offices, want to see the federal minimum wage keep pace with the cost of living by increasing it from $7.25 to $10.10 per hour. While most Republicans support the minimum wage law, they believe increasing the minimum wage would be damaging to small business, and that it is unnecessary because most people already make more than minimum wage. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2013 58.8 percent of U.S. workers (16 and older) were paid at hourly rates. Of those working for hourly wages, 4.3% were earning at or below minimum wage. As a comparison, in 1979 13.4% of hourly workers were at or below the minimum wage which was $2.30. Half of all people making minimum wage or less are under 25 years of age. They are generally single (never married) and working a part-time service job. About 20 percent of employed teenagers (ages 16 to 19) who work by the hour earn the minimum wage or less, compared with about 3 percent of workers age 25 and older. continued on page 6.....
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings
Are you missing some change:
Last week on a very windy day, you left Timberline Trash without your change. Stop by and the worker will give it to you. Thanks.
Camas Farmers Market!
NO MARKET this week. Enjoy Independence Day!
Old Cars Needed:
The Camas Fire & EMT’s are hosting an Extrication course on July 26th and they need cars to cut up. If you have a car you are willing to donate, please contact Lesia Knowlton at 961-0858 or Mike Stewart at 969-0089. They are also interested in volunteers for both of these services.
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Camas Chamber Employee of the Quarter
The recipient of the 4th Quarter 2013 Employee of the Quarter is Cortnee Hodgins who works at the Wrangler Drive-in. ManWendell Library Used Bookstore: ager Kathy Stephens said, “Cortnee is a great employee The Wendell Library used bookstore will be closed this who is always there when you need her. Every business Friday for Independence Day, but check out what they should have someone like her.” have next Friday. New used books and rummage sale items Sponsored by the Camas Chamber of Commerce, the added every week. Donations of books, CD’s, DVD’s, and Employee of the Quarter award is way of recognizing emother good clean items are welcome. ployees who go out of their way to help make the small of Camas County the best they can be. July 20th ~ 2014 Pioneer Picnic in Fairfield businesses Another employee who fits this bill is Jerale Eaton who received the Third Quarter award for his work at Casey’s Depot. Even though Casey’s has since closed its doors, the Fiddlers Inc will hold this year’s Jamboree in Belevowner, Kevin Wear, was grateful for the hard work put ue, Idaho, at the City Park on Saturday July 12th from in by Jerale. Mr. Eaton has gone on to work at the Iron 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome, bring you own Mountain Inn. chair, no admission charge. Musicians with acoustic If you see a great employee, tell the owner about it, and string instruments are welcome to jam. make the suggestion that they be nominated for the EmThis is a family event event (NO ployee of the Quarter. ALCOHOL IN THE PARK during the Jamboree). Bellevue Chamber of Commerce will serve Dutch Oven Cooking at $5.00 a plate. The 5 Bee Please join the families of Quilters Guild will host a Quilt Show. Aleita Inman Gridley for a After the Jamboree, Matt Renner & “SURPRISE” open house at Slow Children Playing will be on stage the Wendell Housing Recretill 9 p.m. ation Hall (105 W. Avenue A - Wendell) on Sunday, Award for Excellence July 6, 2014, from 2 to 4 p.m. to help her celebrate her 90th Each year the Larry Branen Idaho Ag Summit committee birthday. If you have some seeks nominations for the Governor’s Award for Excelspecial memories to share lence in Agriculture. Recipients are chosen from nominabring them to the open house tions received from organizations or individuals. There or send a note or give her a are five categories of nominee consideration; Education phone call. No gifts please. Thanks for keeping it a “SURand/or Advocacy, Environmental Stewardship, Marketing PRISE” until July 6th. Innovation, Technical Innovation and Lifetime Achieve- Aleita Inman Gridley, Valley View Court #9, 747 South ment. If you know someone deserving of this award please Bliss Street, Wendell, ID 83355; home phone 208-536contact the Camas Conservation District at 764-3223 or 4627 or cell phone 208-816-1451. Need more info. call Anita Falen 208-816-6807. joanne@amgidaho.com.
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Shoshone Arts in the Park
The 27th Annual Shoshone Arts in the Park is set for July 12th and 13th, held at the Lincoln County Courthouse Lawn in Shoshone. Among this year’s displays will be a restored Basque sheep wagon from the Onieda Family, a large covered wagon, antique fire engine and various displays of vintage cars and tractors as well. There will be a special treat on Saturday only - the “Barnstormer” Pro Tractor will be on display during the day before the United Truck Pull which will take place that evening at the Lincoln County Rodeo Grounds. A Music Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday featuring some great musicians from all around the Magic Valley - Veronica Guthrie, Wayne Nelson, Rick Kuhn, Jon & Jenni Jacobson and Friends, Matt Renner, and the Fiddin Frog Fiddle Group. Sunday’s events will begin at 8 a.m. with the Shoshone Fire Department cooking up a Community Breakfast.
The Lincoln County Fair July 21st thru 26th
This year’s Lincoln County Fair will be held from July 21 to July 26th, and 4-h members will be working hard to get ready. Record Books are due at the county office on Friday, July 11th, by 5 p.m. 4-H Style Review, Demonstrations and Public Speaking competition will held on Saturday, July 12th, at 10 a.m. Project interviews will be held on Friday, July 18th, starting at 9 a.m. On Monday, July 21st, the livestock shows begin. The Market Animal Sale will be held on July 26th along with the “Proud to be Lincoln County 4-H/FFA” awards. The Lincoln County Extension office invites everyone to support our 4-H members as they show off all their hard work.
Let’s go to the Rodeo July 11th & 12th The 6th Annual
Camas County Rodeo in Fairfield, Idaho 6:00 p.m. each evening Mutton Bustin’ and Hometown Bull Riding
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July 19th
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obit ua r ies
Fae Nielson Williams
she will be remembered for her love of life and learning, inquisitive mind, kindness, unconditional love, and keen sense of humor. She “Everything I am or ever hope to be, I owe loved sewing and stitchery, sports, traveling, to my angel mother.” These words by Abraand raising her children and grandchildren ham Lincoln express the sentiments of the while joyfully celebrating their accomplishchildren of Fae Nielson Williams, beloved ments. She was without guile and will be greatwife, mother, grandmother great-grandly missed by her family and many friends. mother, and friend who passed away at age She is survived by her children, Rob (Su92, on June 28, 2014, in Bountiful, Utah, afsan), Pat (Linda), Nancy (Patrick), Jeff, and ter a long exemplary life. former daughter-in-law Melody Knight as Fae was born to Elmer and Jane Nielson well as 21 grandchildren and 44 great-grandon September 8, 1921, in the tiny settlement of Manard, Idaho, on Camas Prairie. In 1926 the family children. She is also survived by one sister, Carol Nielson moved to nearby Fir Grove Ranch which quickly became Sagers of Blackfoot, Idaho. Fae’s favorite place on earth and where she spent the ma- She was preceded in death by Bob, her husband of 65 years, her parents, two sisters, Elma Jean Christiansen and jority of her childhood. After graduating from Wendell High School where she ex- Donna Kydd, and one great-granddaughter, Layla Shaha. celled in student government, music and sports, Fae attended Friends may call on Thursday, July 3rd at Farnsworth Albion State Normal School, earned her teaching certificate, Mortuary Chapel (1343 S. Lincoln, Jerome) from 6-8 pm or on Saturday, or on July 5th at the Jerome LDS Church and later taught school in Murtaugh and Wendell. (50 E. 100 S.) from 10:30-11:45. Funeral While at Albion, she met the love of her services will be held on Saturday, July 5, at life, Robert E. Williams, and they married 12 p.m. at the church. For those wishing to on May 9, 1943. Bob and Fae moved to Jemake a donation, the family kindly suggests rome in 1952 where Fae became an active the Williams/Thompson Family Educational participant in the community, volunteering Scholarship (c/o CSI Foundation, P.O Box in a number of civic and community organi1238, Twin Falls, ID 83303) or the donor’s zations including the St. Benedict’s Hospital charity of choice. Guild, P.E.O., PTA, Boy Scouts, and 4-H. The family wishes to express its deepest She was a life-long member of the Church of appreciation to Mary Garcia and family, the Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served staff at Barton Creek Assisted Living, and to in many teaching and leadership positions. those at South Davis Hospice Care for their Her life was one of selfless service and devotion to her family, friends, church, and community, and loving and tender care of Fae during these past few years.
Alfred A. Kyle Alfred A. Kyle, Sr., 93, of Jerome, passed away Tuesday June 24, 2014 in Jerome. He was born August 12, 1920, in Jerome, Idaho, the son of Walter H. Kyle and Mina Childers Kyle. Alfred was raised in Jerome and attended school there. He served his country in the US Army during World War II. Alfred married Marion Jensen and together they raised three children. He spent most of his working life as a truck driver. Alfred enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. He especially loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Alfred is survived by his children; Carol (Richard) Williams, of Gooding, Bill (Nancy) Kyle, of Goodyear, AZ,
and Al (Edith) Kyle, of Twin Falls; eight grandchildren, 16 greatgrandchildren, one sister, Lorraine (Ed) Neaves, and many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marion, and two brothers, Clarence and Gordon Kyle. Graveside services with military honors were conducted on Saturday, June 28, 2014, at the Jerome Cemetery with Rev. Chester Whiteker officiating. Arrangements are under the care of Farnsworth Mortuary of Jerome.
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Ruth Marie Day
Nana was greeted in Heaven by her father, Loren; her brother, Lawrence; her mother-in-law, Helen Pearl Day; her father-in-law, Ralph Day; two nephews, Shane and Dylan; loving friends, John and Beulah; and her favorite Hawaiian, Clara “Hula” Love. Nana is survived by: her loving and devoted husband, David Ralph Day; her mother, Mae Stevens; her son, Joshua (Sabra) Day; daughter, Heather (Bryan) Rumple; six amazing grandbabies; Kaden, Joei, Karstun, Ozzlynn, Mya, and Kanin; five sisters, Bonnie, Sharon, Vicky, Donna, Diane; a sister-inlaw, Sharon Kempton; a brother-in-law, Richard Day; many nieces, a couple nephews and many close family friends. Everyone that came into Nana’s life, loved her dearly, and they will forever carry her in their heart. A remembrance of Ruth’s life was held on Friday June 27, 2014 at the First Baptist Church in Gooding. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Ruth’s name to the First Baptist Church in Gooding. A special thanks to Roger Johnson and our church family for all the amazing support in the last year to Nana and her family. Arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service.
Roney Scott Welker
He was preceded in death by 1 son, Stetson Welker; and his mother, Iola Welker. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, July 3, 2014, in the Convention Center of the Best Western Sawtooth Inn and Suites in Jerome (2653 S. Lincoln). Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel. Condolences may be shared at demarayfuneralservice.com.
Ruth Marie Day, 60, of Gooding, Idaho and formerly of Boise, found eternal peace on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at her home surrounded by family and friends. Ruth was born on February 1, 1954 to Loren and Mae Phelps in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Ruthie moved to Burley, Idaho where she met and married, David Ralph Day on February 14, 1979. From this union came two beautiful children, Joshua Antonio and a daughter, Heather Onda. Ruth was a loving and caring wife and mother. Her life’s work as a nurse aide touched many lives. She loved her work at Elks Rehab which she was devoted to for the last twelve years. Ruthie found her calling in life when she became “Nana”. She will forever be missed and cherished. Her grandbabies will always know how much she loved them. Roney Scott Welker, 38, a resident of Wendell, passed away Friday, June 27, 2014 at his home in Wendell. Roney was born March 10, 1976, in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Roney and Iola Welker. He was raised and educated in St. Anthony, Idaho, and later moved to Wendell, Idaho. In Wendell, he had 3 children and enjoyed them very much. They are and were his world. Roney enjoyed camping, riding dirt bikes and being outdoors. Roney is survived by his father, Ron Welker; 2 daughters, Angela Welker, and Cristen Welker, all of Wendell, Idaho; 2 brothers, John Welker, of Williston, North Dakota, and Wayne (Renee) Smith, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon. Roney is also survived by 2 sisters, Brandy (Rob) Sessions, of St. Anthony, Idaho, and April (Ryan) Carlson, of Wendell, Idaho.
death & service notices
Bernice Elizabeth Yore, 92, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at Bennett Hills Care Center in Gooding. Visitations will be held on Monday, July 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. and services on Tuesday, July 8th at 10 a.m. Both at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Interment will following at Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. Robert Lee Howard, 70, a resident of Twin Falls, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2014 at his home in Twin Falls. Arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
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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, July 4th INDEPENDENCE DAY Tuesday, July 8 Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Wednesday, July 9 Pizza Bar w/ Roasted Veggies
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Lunch Suggested Donation $3.50 Breakfast: (7:30 to 10) 1st Saturday of the Month Fit & Fall Proof: Every Mon. & Wed. at 11:00 a.m. -----------------Thursday, July 3 Chicken Fried Steak Monday, July 7 Beef Enchiladas & Veggies Tuesday, July 8 Meatballs & Gravy w/ Noodles Wednesday, July 9 PICNIC IN THE PARK
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Three ponds in the Hagerman Wildlife Management Area will be open for salvage fishing from July 1 to September 30, 2014. Bag, possession and size limits will be removed for all species except white sturgeon on the West Highway Pond, Anderson Pond #3 and Anderson Pond #4. These ponds have been overrun with carp. Fish managers will be eliminating all fish in these ponds so they can be restocked with game fish only. Fish and Game has already removed many game fish from these ponds for restocking. The Department would like to give residents the opportunity to catch any remaining game fish so they won’t be wasted. To take advantage of the salvage order, anglers must have a valid Idaho fishing license. With the exception of firearms, explosives, chemicals and electricity, fish (except for white sturgeon) may be taken with any method, including seines and dip nets. All fish must be killed before transport from the ponds. For more information, contact the Magic Valley Region fisheries staff at 208-324-4359.
...Minimum Wage continued
In Idaho the percentage of people making $7.25 per hour or less is 7 percent. While this is higher than the national average, the cost of living in Idaho is significantly lower than other states. Cost of living can vary greatly between and within each state, but here are some general comparisons: Tennessee: 0 to 2 percent lower Oregon: 4 to 10 percent higher Washington: 20 to 30 percent higher California: 40 to 75 percent higher Washington D.C.: 50 percent higher New York City: 65 to 105 percent higher Texas has a cost of living very similar to Idaho and it has a similar percentage of people working at or below minimum wage - 6.4 percent. When you combine cost of living and wages, an individual can live in Idaho for much less than other places. If you make minimum wage in Idaho, here’s what you would have to make in other states just to keep even: Texas and Tennessee: same as Idaho Oregon: $7.60 to $8.00 per hour Washington: $8.70 to $9.40 per hour California: $10.25 to $12.50 per hour New York City: $11.90 to $14.80 per hour As you can see, if you live in a place like California or New York City, working for minimum wage is not an option. Even if the minimum wage was increased to $10.10, you would still be behind similar workers in Texas, Tennessee, or Idaho. Increasing the minimum wage may help those who live in large metropolitan areas, but it would drive up the cost of living in other places.
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Brianna Chance, upcoming junior at Gooding High School, has extended her track season. Competing in qualifying meets this summer, she has earned a spot in the 2014 USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championship, in Humble, Texas, on July 21st-27th. Much has to happen to make this a reality, but with hard work, dedication and support, in less than a month, she will compete with over 6,000 of America’s next generation of track and field. athletes. Congratulations and run fast, turn left.
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...in the Forest continued
Keep it Clean to Avoid Bear Encounters! Bears often develop a strong liking for human and pet foods. Store food in hard-sided vehicles or bear-proof containers; keep sleeping areas, tents and sleeping bags free from food and food odors; and wash up, change clothes and remove all scented articles nearby before going to bed. Wild bears avoid people, but bears conditioned to human food can be aggressive and may be euthanized if problems occur. ~~~~~~~~~~~ As of last Friday, the Fairfield Ranger District opened a large portion of the Kelley Fire closure area. The general fire area will be open to the public for camping and recreating, and the Kelley Creek Trail #050 is now open to the Iron Mountain lookout. Areas that remain close include the Baumgartner Campground and hot pool, some dispersed campsites and the Kelley Salvage Timber Sale area, which is located south of Forest Service Road #071. In addition the following trails remain closed: West Fork Kelley Creek Trail #038 Gardner Gulch Trail #980 Beaver Creek Trail #052 East Fork Beaver Creek Trail #053 Deadwood Creek Trail #054 Beaver-Deadwood Connector Trail #822 Ponderosa Trail System (Learners Loop) #609, 610 & 611 Crews continue to work on these trails to repair damage sustained during the fire. In addition, Baumgartner Campground and hot pool remain closed for public safety. The Fairfield Ranger District will continue to open more areas and trails as conditions allow.
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Visit Your Public Library Today Wendell Public Library HOURS
11:00 to 5 Monday thru Friday
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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
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
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New Alanon Meeting at the Gooding Walker Center (605 11th Avenue East) Every other Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Each year Magic Valley Bank recognizes a member of our community as a Community Star. You are invited to nominate someone in Gooding who goes above and beyond their duty to serve the community we live in. A $1,000 donation will be made on behalf of the Community Star to a charity or organization of their choice. Pick up a form at the bank and write a brief paragraph of 400 words or less describing why this person is your Community Star. Nominations need to be at the bank (746 Main Street in Gooding) by August 1st. Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices
PUBLIC NOTICE On Thursday, July 17, 2014 the Fairfield City Council will hold a regular meeting beginning at 7:00p.m. at Fairfield City Hall located at 407 Soldier Road in Fairfield, ID. Items on the agenda include the following: Amendments to Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance: A public hearing for an amendment to Ordinance Number 223 Zoning Ordinance Title 8 of the City of Fairfield, Idaho: Chapter 9 Permits, Section B update reference to uniform building code, Section1.3 and 2.1 correct grammar errors. Chapter 10 Zoning Amendments, Section 5b and 6 to amend spelling and grammar errors. Ordinance Number 165 Subdivision Ordinance: Article 2, Definitions Section 2-2 delete “recorder” from Performance Bond and add definition for Administrator. Article 3 Procedures for Subdivision Approval, Section 2.B. Pre-Application to reference fee schedule, Section 3-E to reference fee schedule. Section 3-I-2 and 3-J correct grammar errors. Section 4 Final Plat to reference fee schedule. Article 4 Design Standards, Section 14-C-13-1 reference public works director. Article 5 Special Development Subdivisions, Section 2 add subsection J. to reference fee schedule. Section 3-M amend grammar errors and add subsection G to reference fee schedule. Section 4 add subsection 4 to reference fee schedule. Section 8 add subsection C to reference fee schedule. Section 9 add subsection D to reference fee schedule. Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties Section 2 amend to reference 1-4-1; provide a severability clause and effective date. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that at the aforementioned time and place, all interested persons may appear and shall be given an opportunity to comment on the matters stated above. Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the above-noticed meeting should contact the City Office. Comments and questions prior to the hearing should be directed to the City, P.O. Box 336 Fairfield, ID 83327 a minimum of five (5) days prior to the scheduled hearing. Supporting documents are on file at the Fairfield City Hall and available for public review. DATED THIS 28th DAY OF JUNE, 2014 Megan Stelma, Planning & Zoning Administrator published on July 2, 2014
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Remember a few weeks ago, I mentioned that everyone is looking for Rock? The signs are everywhere, “Watch for Rock.” As my many years of driving have run me to many places, I have been “Watching for Rock.” I have found some Rocks like Rock Hudson, Rocky of the boxer fame, and The Rock the wrestler. I have even stopped to inquire about Rock such as Rocky Road ice cream ala mode. I ask for ice cream ala mode often at restuarants. Ala mode usually means with ice cream on it. Ice cream ala mode means ice cream on ice cream, or basically two scoops of ice cream. You can blame me for that one if someone gives you the crazy eye when you order ice cream ala mode. Rock on!! Some people go looking for Rocks such as my sisterin-law who make some fabulous rock jewelry. My friend Steve dredges for Rocks that show great color... especially the gold colored ones. This last week I thought I would join the ranks of folks looking for that perfect rock (although I have been following the signs for years... Watch for Rock), and as I drove down the rock wall canyon of the Payette River from Cascade, Idaho, I found one of those rocks everyone has been watching for. I rounded the corner on the river side of the Payette River near Banks, Idaho. I saw a flash of gray in the middle of the road. My first intial thought was a porcupine and I would not go in the river to miss one. Seconds later, I discovered the pavement looking spot was boulder. The rain that evening allowed one to fall off the rock wall. My poor little Mazda (that was targeted by a deer last fall) also hit that rock... head on, and my truck drove over the rock which was as big as a 15” tire and about 10” deep. It started from one end of my truck going out the other end like an egg being laid. “Rock”ets are projecttiles being propelled forward. I believed my truck was going to be a “rock”et. Rock bottom is when someone hits hard in a life cycle process and sees no way to progress. I believe that was my scenerio - rock bottom, a hard hit with no hope of going anywhere. My Rock of Gibraltor gave my truck a decision not to come back for seconds, I’ll be the first to tell you. The Mazda was running, but barely (not enough to venture a half mile to a parking lot). So, for the rest of the night I stayed put because I didn’t have my flashlight to analyze the damage. Early morning at daylight, I was inspecting my truck and a state police officer stopped by. I told him I wanted to go down the road and would he follow me and push me if my truck failed in the corners below. No fluids were lost but my frame was moved, saperated and bent from front to back. I may have busted a piston in the motor (possible
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cause of the bad running). I spent last Friday getting my little Mazda home. When I bought it I said, “if it lasts me 100,000 miles I’d be happy.” Maybe I opened up Karma (car-ma). My truck is near 99,000 miles. Pretty “Rocky,” huh? I was uninjured in my Rock-nRoll ride. Can’t say much for my truck. Hope everyone takes up the part-time hobby, “Watch for Rock”s. This is my “Cup of Tee” on the rocks.
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Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices The following application(s) have been filed to appropriate the public Richfield District Library Budget Hearing waters of the State of Idaho: On July 10th, 2014 at 6:55 PM the Richfield District Library will hold a budget hearing at 105 South Main Street for the purpose of 37-22880 setting a budget for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. JIMMY D KRAMER MARIANNE KRAMER EXPENDITURES: Salaries: $13,950 478 E 400 S Operations: $ 9,847 FAIRFIELD, ID 83327 Utilities: $ 3,450 Point of Diversion: SENW S9 T02S R15E CAMAS County Total Budget: $27,247 Source: GROUND WATER Tributary Use: STOCKWATER 01/01 to 12/31 0.02 CFS REVENUE: Taxes: $20,350 Total Diversion: 0.02 CFS Donations, Fines, Sales: $ 4,750 Date Filed: 6/23/2014 Carryover: $ 2,147 Place of Use: STOCKWATER Total Revenue: $27,247 T02S R15E S9 NENW NWNW SENW NESW NWSW NWSE SWSE Application for permit proposes the diversion of 0.02 cfs of ground Advertisement for Bids water for stockwater use from an existing well located 5.2 miles east Owner: City of Fairfield, Idaho and 5.4 miles south of the intersection of Hwy 20 and Soldier Rd in Address: 407 Soldier Road Fairfield. PO Box 336 Fairfield, ID 83327 37-22881 Separate sealed Bids for the construction of the City of Fairfield, JIMMY D KRAMER
FAIRFIELD WATER IMPROVEMENTS PHASE III
The construction of a 256,000 gallon bolted steel potable water storage tank and booster station building, the installation of a well pump, site piping, a 7-pump booster package, chlorination equipment, backup generator and all appurtances. will be received by: The Fairfield City Clerk at the office of: City of Fairfield (see address above) until July 9, 2014 at 2:00 pm, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. A pre-bid tour will be held June 26, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at the office of City of Fairfield. A copy of the 2012 Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (ISPWC) will be required for bidding and construction purposes. The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations: • City of Fairfield Municipal Offices, Fairfield, Idaho • Idaho Association of General Contractors Plan Room, Boise, Idaho • Idaho Association of General Contractors Plan Room, Twin Falls, Idaho Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the following location: Project Engineering Consultants, Ltd 986 West 9000 South West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 495-4240 upon payment of $150 (check or exact cash only) for each set. published on 6/18, 6/25 & 7/2, 2014
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MARIANNE KRAMER 478 E 400 S FAIRFIELD, ID 83327 Point of Diversion: SENW S15 T02S R15E CAMAS County Source: GROUND WATER Tributary Point of Diversion: SWSE S15 T02S R15E CAMAS County Source: GROUND WATER Tributary Use: STOCKWATER 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Total Diversion: 0.04 CFS Date Filed: 6/23/2014 Place Of Use: STOCKWATER T02S R15E S14 SWSW T02S R15E S15 NE (ALL) NENW NWNW SENW NESW SESW SE (ALL) T02S R15E S22 NE (ALL) NW (ALL) NESW NWSW NESE NWSE T02S R15E S23 NWNW SWNW NWSW Application for permit proposes the diversion of 0.04 cfs of ground water for stockwater use from two existing wells. One well is located approximately 6.2 miles east and 6.3 miles south and the other is located 6.5 miles east and 7.0 miles south of the intersection of Hwy 20 and Soldier Rd in Fairfield. Permits will be subject to all prior water rights. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Southern Region office at (208) 736-3033; or for a full description of the right(s), please visit our website at www.idwr.idaho.gov and search under New Water Right Applications. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code § 42-203A. Any protest against the approval of this application must be filed with the Director, Dept. of Water Resources, Southern Region, 650 Addison Ave W, Ste 500, Twin Falls, ID 83301 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before July 21, 2014. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. GARY SPACKMAN, Director published on July 2nd & 9th, 2014
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•Classified Ads• •Classified Ads• Street in Gooding. Something for everyone bring a trash bag full of pop cans to help the kids & get 10% off total. July 7-12. stove ,couches , tables & chair electronic lift recliner , black leather recliner Porcelain Dolls nic/nacs movies 5 for 1.00 VHS 5 $15 dvds new dvds $5.00!!!!!!!!!!!!! must see sale if you want it I got more than 10,000 items
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►1100 Gallon steel water storage/transport tank. 4’ dia. by 12’ long. Has valve and large hose outlet. $200. Call 764-2337.
►Small, 1 bed house for rent in Gooding - 3rd Ave East, near pool. Ideal for single person or cozy couple. Newly remodeled bathroom. $400 mo. $300 security, available immediately. Call 208-764-2906.
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►Trees for Sale: 5 to 7 foot... white birch, small water birch, small evergreens (alpine fir, Norway & Engleman spruce, plus bristle cone pine). Also, 4 to 5 foot mountain ash. Most in pots. Call 764-2410 in Fairfield.
Major Sale! 330 Washington
►Drivers: Out & Back FT Solo & Team and PT-1 trip/wk Openings! Great Pay! Quarterly Bonus! Medical/Dental/401k! No-Forced Dispatch! CDL-A, 2yrs exp. req. Miller Brothers Express: 1-866-823-0361, x103 or x123 ►Branch Office Administrator - Trainee: You’ll support the Financial Advisor and contribute to the success of the office. Duties include various client service, marketing, and administrative functions. Applicants must have excellent organization skills and the ability to work well independently. Come see why for the 13th year Edward Jones was named one of the “Best Companies To Work For” by FORTUNE magazine in its annual listing. To be considered for this position apply online at www.edwardjones.com/ careers. Or, send your resume and salary requirements to: Edward Jones 442 Main Street Gooding, ID 83330 Equal Opportunity Employer
BUTTERCUP MOUNTAIN GROWERS for all of your locally grown vegetable plants and Annual hanging baskets We can be found at this summers Farmers Markets
Gooding - Tuesdays ◊ Shoshone - Thursdays ◊ Fairfield - Fridays Mtn. Home - Saturdays Feel free to visit the greenhouses on Mondays & Wednesdays
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►For Sale: 2002 Hyndai Sante fe. Need some break work. $1800.00. For more information call Trinh Webb at 731 4072. ►Multiple PS3 games for sale. Call for list. Also, one washer $25. Call 764-2916, ask for Brad
►Fresh Farm Eggs - $3 per dz. Call 764-2136 or 764-2649. ►Firewood for Sale: Mix-species, full length logs delivered by truck, approx 15 cord. Also, rough-sawn lumber, any size. Call 208-921-6493. ►1985 Self-Contained 10½ foot Sport King pick-up camper. $1200 Call 764-2337. ►For Sale: Handmade Fire starters for your campfire, or BBQ. $5 for 16 sticks. Call 208-212-5010.
►915 5th Street West in Fairfield. Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath, house in Soldier Mountain Estates. Call 764-2519 or 731-0522. ►Caretaker Needed: 1 BR/ 1 Bath home. Near park in Fairfield. Willow Ave. West. Wood stove, Propane, Washer/Dryer. Sauna/Tub. Very nice. Furnished. Winter shovel/ summer mow as needed. Snowblower and mower provided. $250 First/last/ deposit+utilities. 208 720 9465 ►North of Fairfield at Baseline and Soldier Road.2 bedroom, 1 bath, house with garage. Call 764-2519 or 731-0522.
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►Dental-Vision-Health: 3 in One Policy with Premiums starting at $29. All Ages/Individual/ Families/Groups. Call or email Desiree’ DeGiorgio Agency Owner/Broker: 208-340-0544 or desireeshealthcare@hotmail.com ►Custom wood spliting. $35 per hour on weekends. Call 3581103.
Employment ►High Country Fusion Company is hiring a Full-Time Fusion Technician. Job duties would include manipulating raw materials to specifications while operating machinery safely. Candidates need a good working knowledge of SAE and Metric measurements with the ability to achieve proper dimensions, an ability to read drawings and measure parts for quality production. Wage level is dependent on experience. Please email resumes to: bill.seig@hcfusion.com
►Need Yard Work Done? Call Boyd Stevens at 934-5288. Lawn mowing, weed eating, leaves raked. Weekly rate available. ► Hollenbeck Construction. New construction & remodels. Specializing in finish excellence with great value. Licenced & Bonded. Call 481-0320. ►PATCH, MEND, SEW. I Replace Broken Zippers of all kinds. Patch Levis, coveralls,etc.Hem Levis, pants, dresses, sheets, etc. Have “NEW” drop in Gooding, must call for information. Call Kathy in Hagerman 837-6267. ►Looking for scrap metal. Call Thomas Davis at 764-2484.
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