The holiday spirit is alive and well as Goldendale gears up for its 34th annual Candy Cane Lane Christmas Parade, the highlight of the season for our small town. This year’s event will light up Columbus Avenue on December 14, starting at 5 p.m. Pre-parade festivities promise family-friendly fun, with plenty to enjoy after the parade as well.
This year, the Brighter Goldendale Christmas Committee is proud to honor Ed Holbrook of Bishop Companies as the 2024 Grand Marshal. Known for being a steadfast and humble contributor to the community, Ed was genuinely surprised by the recognition. “I’m much more comfortable in my truck or working behind the scenes during wildfire season,” Ed shared with a shy smile, “but it’s a privilege to be part of something that brings so much joy to Goldendale.”
Prep for the Parade
For years, Ed has been a quiet force in the community, supporting local projects and events throughout the Mid-Columbia with dedication and heart. This honor is a heartfelt acknowledgment of those efforts and the impact they’ve had on making Goldendale a brighter place to live.
Ed is ready to lead the festivities as the parade route fills with twinkling lights, cheerful floats, and the joyful faces of neighbors and visitors alike. As we gather to celebrate the season, let’s take a moment to thank the Brighter Goldendale Christmas Committee and all those who work behind the scenes to make our town’s holiday traditions so special.
The Candy Cane Lane Christmas Parade is more than an event—it’s a cherished reminder of the warmth and community spirit that makes Goldendale shine.
We’ll see you on Columbus Avenue for this magical evening!
As we approach the 34th annual Candy Cane Lane Christmas Parade, remember to turn on your lights from 6 to 10 p.m. this Thursday evening. This is the judging time for best decorated homes and businesses. At 4 p.m. Saturday, judging will begin for the entries, and lineup begins on Schuster for the parade. At 4:30 the Grand Marshal will light the tree on the courthouse lawn. The parade will leave Schuster at 5 p.m. Be sure to have your 3x5 index cards for your parade entry to give to the announcer so they can announce you in the parade. The cards will be collected at the lineup for the parade. New this year will be the sleigh donated by PALS. Be sure to look for Santa in the sleigh.
‘Journey’ is a living
Nativity
celebration
ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL
The Goldendale Seventh-day Adventist Church held their annual “Journey to Bethlehem” experience over the weekend. The “Journey to Bethlehem” consists of a guided tour through portions of the church where guests are shown a recreation of the day Jesus Christ was born, experienced through the lives of different people in Bethlehem. The tours took place on December 6-8 and was free to the public.
“Our bottom-line purpose is to expose Jesus to the public,” said Calvin Fisher, head elder of the church, about the event. “The whole idea is that he became a babe, an innocent, helpless baby; and God, Our Father, loves us so much that he gave us that little babe to take care of. And we were lousy babysitters.”
JOY TO THE WORLD: Singers at “Journey to Bethlehem” share the Good News of Christ’s
the rewards of such work:
RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL
Klickitat County commissioners passed resolutions moving control of and responsibility for the Klickitat County Jail from the Klickitat County Sheriff’s Department to a newly minted Klickitat County Department of Corrections at their December 3 meeting. In addition to the resolution making the move—which became effective at 12:01 a.m. on December 4—three other related resolutions were approved. They were official notification to the Klickitat County Civil Service Commission regarding the transfer, an agreement for pre-employment testing services with Public Safety Testing, Inc. and an agreement with LEXIPOL, which is a repository for policies and procedures regarding the jail. Commissioner Jacob Anderson, prior to the votes, thanked the staff. “This has been a very long slog,” he said. “It’s taken us—” he added, groping for the amount. At which point HR Director Robb Van Cleave immediately jumped in, saying, “249 days.” Anderson thanked him and said, “I have a lot of hope for the future of the corrections department; I have a lot of faith in our new head of the corrections department, and I hope See Jail page A8
RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL
The tour began in the city of Jerusalem with a visit to King Herod’s throne where the king is asking to the three wise men about the purpose of their journey. The performers who played the parts of the many characters throughout the tour consisted of volunteers, some of whom are members of the Church and some not.
“It’s quite an honor to work in [the tour] because it gives people an idea of why we celebrate Christmas and what it’s about.”
Willard Cordis, who played a carpenter in the tour, said the experience took much work to accomplish, with the actors needing to memorize lines and take place in dress rehearsal, and the various settings having to be built and set up. He shared his thoughts on
Fire destroys house on Main Street
ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL
A house fire occurred at approximately 1 a.m. on December 9 at 212 E Main St in Goldendale. Despite the fire department’s quick arrival on the scene, the home was not able to be saved. The fire department’s actions were able to stop the fire from spreading to any other homes. As of press time, the cause of the fire was unknown.
Neighbor Leila Olp said that she and her husband were in bed when they heard firefighters out-
side. By the time they got outside to check on what was happening, there were several fire trucks there.
“The thing was shooting flames out the front pretty bad by then, and the whole neighborhood was full of smoke, but I think they got here fairly quickly,” said Olp. “A couple of people said, ‘We saw flames and no fire trucks and no sirens,’ and I said, ‘They’re only two blocks away. They didn’t run sirens, they just came’. We didn’t hear sirens, we heard people.” A fundraiser has been created
Charleen Jaeger, whose son Barrett was one of the performers, was there to take part in the first tour on December 6. She said that Barrett, who attends the Goldendale Adventist Christian School (a ministry of the Goldendale Sev-
enth-day Adventist Church), was excited to take part.
“So much work went into it,” said Jaeger of the tour. “I’ve seen the building multiple times and to see it transformed into Bethlehem is really interesting.”
The Goldendale Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 59 Bickleton Highway in Goldendale, Their worship service takes place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
Klickitat County took the unusual step of moving its standing Tuesday meeting to Monday, December 9, in order to guarantee a quorum. It was a bare-minimum quorum with just Chair Lori Zoller and Commissioner Jacob Anderson. Commissioner Dan Christopher had indicated at the December 3 meeting that he had a family vacation scheduled starting December 9 but might make it back for a December 24 meeting.
Though much of the Monday meeting was routine, commissioners were able to finalize property tax levies, the 20252030 capital improvement plans, and the county’s 2025 budget. The record on those issues had been held open for written comment from last Tuesday’s board meeting through Friday, but none had been received. The two commissioners heard the first report on the Klickitat County Jail by the new county jail administrator, Bill Frantz. He told commissioners that the county had welcomed him with open arms, that he had met a lot of people, and he was working on a number of things. “Sanitation and security inspection processes,” he said. “Equipment needs and priorities. Rebranding, and how we can be rebrand without having to spend a lot of money. Simple things like using the same footprint of the patch that we have means we don’t have to
CONTRIBUTED
GRAND MARSHAL: Ed Holbrook of Bishop Companies is this year’s Candy Cane Lane Parade honoree. The parade and related events are this Saturday.
ZACHARY VILLAR
ZACHARY VILLAR
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First bills drop ahead of 2025 legislative session
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Washington lawmakers have begun teeing up legislation ahead of the 2025 session.
Monday marked the first day they could pre-file bills. Legislators will have 105 days to push their ideas through the process after the session kicks off on Jan. 13.
There’s no guarantee a pre-filed bill will receive a hearing, the first step on the journey to getting signed into law. Committee chairs make those critical decisions about which bills get an airing and which do not. By pre-filing, lawmakers hope to get their ideas on the radar of those setting agendas for committee meetings.
Here’s a look at a few bills now in the hopper.
Another push to ‘ditch the switch’
If there’s one thing that brings Democrats and Republicans in Washington together, it’s their dislike of the twice-yearly clock switch to and from daylight saving time.
For years, lawmakers have tried and failed to “ditch the switch” with either permanent daylight saving time or permanent Pacific Standard Time. It seems this year is no different.
With Senate Bill 5001, Sens. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, and Manka Dhingra, D-Redmond, are joining forces to get Washington to implement permanent standard time. Their proposal is modeled off a similar bill that did not make it through this year.
The Legislature approved a law in 2019 to put the state on permanent daylight saving time, but Congress needs to approve a federal policy before that law can take effect. Switching to permanent standard time, however, does not require federal approval.
“Let’s end this nuisance once and for all,” Wilson said in a statement. “No more springing forward and falling back. Let’s set our clocks one more time and make that the end of it.”
The proposal may still be a long shot. Washington lawmakers will need to work with those in neighboring states to ensure they keep clocks across the region in sync. A similar bill in Oregon also failed earlier this year.
And, though most people agree the switch should go, experts disagree over which option is healthier and safer for humans.
Permanent Pacific Standard Time means the sun rises and sets an hour
earlier in the summer.
In western Washington during June, that would mean the sun sets at around 8 p.m. and rises around 4 a.m.
A focus on local jails
In late 2023, a task force suggested Washington needed a new independent agency to keep close watch on the operations and conditions of local jails. Democrat Sen. Rebecca Saldaña of Seattle, one of four lawmakers on the panel, responded with legislation to create the Jail Oversight Board within the Office of the Governor.
“This bill will redefine how we navigate our jails, fostering safety and a renewed focus on rehabilitation,” Saldaña said at the time.
It didn’t make it out of the Senate in 2024. Saldaña, with Senate Bill 5005, made it the first bill she introduced for the 2025 session.
Under her bill, the board would meet quarterly and administer a statewide uniform jail reporting system. It would monitor local jails for compliance with statewide standards and publish reports on any findings.
In a statement, the Aberdeen representative said the intent of the bill is to make the knowing possession of drugs like
fentanyl a felony rather than “a watered-down misdemeanor” under current law.
“This isn’t to punish or stigmatize addicts. It’s to give law enforcement officers and prosecutors the tools they need to clean up our streets and help addicts get clean,” he said.
Fentanyl politics
A surge in fentanylfueled deaths in the state and across the nation is forcing lawmakers to draw up responses. The first prefiled bill in the House is intended to be one of those considered.
Republican Rep. Jim Walsh’s offering, in the form of House Bill 1000, would allow courts to impose a tougher sentence for the “knowing delivery or distribution of fentanyl” or precursor chemicals used to illegally manufacture fentanyl.
It also would allow for longer sentences to be imposed on those who
peddle a counterfeit substance containing fentanyl that causes “substantial bodily harm, permanent impairment to cognitive functions, or death of another person.”
Walsh introduced the same bill last year but it did not receive a hearing.
An immigration battle
Five years ago, with Donald Trump in the White House, Washington passed a law preventing state and local law enforcement agencies from aiding and abetting federal immigration enforcement activities.
Republicans objected but Democrats used their majorities in the House and Senate to approve it.
Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee signed it.
Now, with Trump set for a second term as president and vowing mass deportations, state Sen. Phil Fortunato, R-Auburn, wants to end Washington’s status as a
so-called sanctuary state with Senate Bill 5002.
“The Legislature intends to respect and protect the health, safety, and dignity of all immigrant communities by establishing a statewide policy that encourages a collaborative partnership with United States immigration and customs enforcement to address and prevent criminal illegal immigration activities and the criminal organizations that facilitate illegal immigration and related crimes,” he writes in the opening paragraph.
Section 3 is blunt in its purpose: “A state entity, law enforcement agency, or local governmental entity may not adopt or have in effect a sanctuary policy.”
Fortunato should not get his hopes up for a hearing as Democrats hold larger legislative majorities than before and the next governor is a Democrat.
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Building bridges: Civility and empathy
in our community
In a world where differences often seem to divide, civility and empathy stand as bridges that bring people together. In communities like Goldendale, these qualities aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re essential. When disagreements arise, keeping respect front and center isn’t always easy. That’s where the connection between civility and empathy comes in, helping us bridge our differences.
The Goldendale School District’s Civility Policy outlines standards of conduct that go beyond merely avoiding negative behaviors to actively promoting respect, dignity, and clear communication. These principles are commitments to creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone in our schools and community.
Brené Brown, a renowned researcher on empathy and human connection, defines civility as embodying kindness and treating others with respect, even when we disagree. This definition highlights that civility isn’t about dodging tough topics; it’s about navigating differences in a way that honors everyone involved. When empathy—the ability to understand and share another person’s perspective—joins with civility, it fosters an atmosphere where people feel valued and heard.
Guest Column Ellen Perconti, GSD Superintendent
In practice, civility and empathy might look like listening fully, keeping a respectful tone, and handling disagreements with grace. These actions encourage us to show courtesy, consider different perspectives, and resolve conflicts in ways that uphold each person’s dignity. When such behaviors become the norm, our schools and community grow into places where everyone—students, staff, parents, and visitors—feels respected and supported.
Empathy plays a critical role in sustaining civility. Understanding what others might be experiencing or why they hold certain beliefs allows us to approach interactions with greater kindness. When we empathize, we’re more likely to practice the “golden rule” of treating others as we wish to be treated—a cornerstone of the district’s civility policy. Empathy turns mere tolerance into meaningful connection.
In our daily lives, both at school and beyond, we’re reminded that our actions affect others. By choosing civility and empathy, we contribute to a community where everyone feels seen, safe, and valued. Together, let’s keep building bridges—one respectful interaction at a time.
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Burn-out has got to go
The Festival of Wheels gave it another try this year. It seems the attendance has dwindled to much lower levels than when the event was new, 10 years ago. There are a lot of competing car shows this time of year, so it doesn’t surprise me .
This year Goldendale Motorsports Association and ABATE brought back the burn-out, which was tried several times in the past with questionable benefits to the town. This year someone had the brilliant idea to use the old skateboard park as a place to stage the return of the burnout. It was held on the concrete slab, a tempting medium for anyone inclined to bum rubber. Rednecks of many degrees, punk kids or maybe the little old lady from Pasadena. I personally was left with a bad taste in my mouth and lungs. Even though I made it a point to stay away from the burn-out and was at my home where I thought I would escape the noise and smoke, when the toxic cloud rose from the park and drifted over the Little Klickitat River Park (the swimming pool) on to the kids and families at the pool and on to me while I was sitting on my property. We were contaminated by the toxins in the smoke, and my eyes and throat were imitated, and my lungs filled with carbon monoxide and other cancer causing toxic compounds
for three hours. I think the city of Goldendale needs to rethink supporting burnouts in our park. Next year don’t issue a permit to any group that wants to burn-out. There are places in the county where it could be held, just not in the city please. I hate toxic smoke, and you should too.
On Sept 4 I will be asking the mayor and his administration to make an ordinance forbidding anyone from reckless unsafe burnouts in any ones neighborhood or any street in the Goldendale city limits. I would appreciate some support from like-minded citizens at the council meeting. Let them know how you feel.
Ken McKune Goldendale
I recently received an updated “Terms for Business and Deposit Account Agreement” from Columbia Bank. I am not in the habit of reading the fine print but for some reason this time I did. I came across an “added” line that I found very concerning. Again, this line is both for personal and business accounts. It reads: “We may refuse to open and account and may close your account at any time for any reason or for no reason at all.”
“For No Reason At All” I particularly found offensive.
I contacted the bank for an explanation. The answer was essentially that “we wouldn’t do that.” Then why is it in your documents, I asked. The answer was to send me up the chain of command. The second person gave the same answer as the first and then was to have me contacted by some-one higher up. That person has not contacted me after more than a week so I am following through on what I told the bank contacts I was going to do—write a letter to the editor to be sure local folks are aware of how Columbia Bank is choosing to deal with its account holders. My concern is that a comment as broad as this opens the door for abuse. I have had no difficulties with our local branch and am sorry that the headquarters has decided to take such a hard line. It ap-pears I will need to look for a bank that does not behave in this manner.
Ken Margraf Goldendale
Letters from the community
A timely message
Two thousand years ago, a wise Jewish scholar wrote, “Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered, does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails…” (1 Corinthians 13:4-8 NASB 1995).
These words seem fitting today, especially as we approach Christmas.
James Kreiser Goldendale
Idiocracy
Corporate institutions have created a Sociopathic Society where the wealth disparity in this country now exceeds that of the Gilded Age. These institutions have programmed us from birth to be mind-
less consumers of “stuff,” including misinformation. Mass media are now dominated by ultra-wealthy conmen typified by Trump (“Truth” Social), Musk (X), and Murdock (Fox), etc., who manipulate the poorly informed and deliberately misinformed to vote against their own and our larger societal interests. As a result we live in a materialistic sociopathic culture that prioritizes self-interest over societal interest—and, more dangerously, the health of the planet necessary for our children. It’s about instant gratification and “who wants to be a millionaire.” It creates fear of the “other,” like “invading” migrants looking to improve their own desperately poor lives allegedly at the in-group’s (and their cats and dogs) expense. What do MAGA voters think will happen to food prices when all these millions of “boogeymen” are mass-deported? Who’s going to pay for it—Mexico? We can’t pass an equal rights amendment for women, let alone elect a smarter-than-they-are mixed-race woman to be President. Apparently some Black and Latino
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men, and most white old men and entitled young “bros,” can’t handle it. They’d rather have an unqualified bro-foon—despite his ignorance, racism, misogyny, grifting, felonies, and other clear defects as a human being—be their President.
Despite a post-pandemic economy better than any other in the world and wages outpacing inflation, MAGA voters are too ignorant to know the price of eggs or gas won’t change due to electing Trump. They’re in for a rude awakening when the perpetual Republican priority of cutting taxes mostly benefiting the wealthy balloons the deficit even more than in Trump’s first term and is used as an excuse to cut Social Security and Medicare for working people. Big business and industry will be more deregulated—ensuring public health and the environment are further harmed in order to let the rich get even richer. They’ll be laughing at MAGA morons all the way to the bank.
Bob Yoesle Goldendale
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WEEKLY AND MONTHLY
Every Wednesday,Monday, and Friday
• Alcoholics Anonymous, Goldendale United Methodist Church, 7-8 p.m.
Monday
• Lyle Lions Meeting 6 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Lyle Lions Community Center.
• Popup Café – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lunch and support group at the Masonic Lodge on Columbus. Café is open weekly on Monday and Wednesday.
• The Coalition for Preventing Abuse in Klickitat County (CPAKC) 4 p.m. every 2nd Monday via Zoom. 509-773-3776 or CPAKC on Facebook.
• Goldendale City Council meetings 6 p.m. 1103 S Columbus 1st and 3rd Monday of every month except on holidays.
• Book Discussion Group meets every third Monday at 11 a.m. – Goldendale Library
• One on One Tech Help 1st Monday of the month 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Goldendale Library, call to set up an appointment 509-773-4487
• Goldendale School Board
Work Session: 2nd Monday of the month at the Primary School Library.
• Goldendale School Board Meeting: 4th Monday of the month at the High School Cafeteria.
Tuesday
• EPIC Youth Center Games: 3 - 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday. All ages welcome though a release of liabilities and parent agreement of conduct must be on file. Youth under the age of 8 must be checked in by a parent. Visit epicyouthcenter.org for forms.
• Wellness Warriors 3 – 4 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Goldendale Library on Burgen Street. Join us as our local health department nurses teach us about different wellness topics to keep ourselves safe an healthy. Topics include: Hand Hygiene, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Emotional Health, & Safety/Injury Prevention. All ages are welcome, topics will be covered at an elementary school level.
• Board of County Commissioners meeting every Tuesday Klickitat County Courthouse, 205 S Columbus Goldendale. Visit www.klickitatcounty. org/643/Board-of-CountyCommissioners for information, agenda, and link for Zoom meeting.
• TOPS Club Inc. – Taking Pounds off Sensibly 10 a.m. the Nazarene Church on Grant and Allyn. Questions? Sally/ojala@ gmail.com.
• Goldendale Junior Community Chamber 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of every month at Umpqua Bank. Call 509-250-0625
• KC Fair Board Meetings 1st Tuesday of the month is a Workshop, 3rd Tuesday of the month is a Board Meeting.
• Soroptimist International of Goldendale, 5:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Dedicated to helping women and youth in our
Community Events
community and worldwide. All welcome. Contact Betty 509250-3746.
• BINGO night: 3 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the High Prairie Community Center on Struck Rd. Meals and cards for purchase (discounted kids’ meals) Come meet your neighbours and enjoy some family fun!
Wednesday
• Healing Song Circle: 6:30 –7:30 p.m. every 4th Wednesday of the month, Missing Corner in BZ Corner. Song in healing for our hearts, our communities, and our world. Please come join us for this monthly community offering. We will be hosting and inviting many songwriters to share their songs too! Super excited to see you there! By donation $10-20, no one turned away. RSVP at laurarosedoctor@ gmail.com, 509-637-9425.
• Family Storytime: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Goldendale Community Library.
• Learn and Play! – 2 – 3 p.m. every 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Goldendale Primary School. Fun and learning for you and your little ones up to 5 years!
• Family Fun Night at the Goldendale American Legion on Broadway St. 4th Wednesday of every month at 6:30
• Free Youth Cooking Classes: 4-6 p.m. every other Wednesday, beginning Sept. 20th, 2023 –June 2024 at The Harbour 125 W. Main St. Goldendale. Children 13+, come join us at the Youth Drop-In Center for free cooking classes. 509-281-0288 or email cassidy@wagap.org
• Snowden Community Council Meetings – 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 at the Cherry Lane Fire Station
• Kiwanis 7 a.m. Simcoe Café 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
• Trivia at the American Legion every week 6:30 p.m.
• Family Story Time at 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Goldendale Library
• Popup Café – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. lunch and support group at the Masonic Lodge on Columbus until further notice. Café is open weekly on Monday and Wednesday.
• Lyle Community Council Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30, Lyle Activity Center (308 Klickitat). Meetings also available via Zoom https://lylewa.com/about-us.
Thursday
• EPIC Youth Center Games: 6:30 - 8 p.m. every Thursday. All ages welcome though a release of liabilities and parent agreement of conduct must be on file. Youth under the age of 8 must be checked in by a parent. Visit epicyouthcenter.org for forms.
• Rosary every Thursday evening at 6p.m. at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church 307 Schuster in Goldendale.
• Drinking Democratically 6 - 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Food and drink available for purchase. Call Carol for location 971-404-1935
• Al Anon Group meets at 7 p.m. at the Nazarene Church 124 W Allyn in Goldendale. Call 509-310-3377 with questions.
• Learn and Play! 10:30 –11:30 a.m. at the White Salmon Library. Stories, songs, puppets, crafts and more for young children (birth through 5yrs) and their parents or caregivers presented by White Salmon Valley Community Library Staff. Free book for each participant provided by the FVRL Foundation.
• Goldendale Grange #49 Meeting – 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 228 E Darland in Goldendale
• New Parent Support Group – 10 a.m. weekly 120 W. Stuben
at Mugs Café in Bingen. Join us for community support at our weekly meeting at Mugs Cafe in Bingen. We meet in the back room. Children are welcome & encouraged. There is a small play area to keep little hands busy. We’d love to see you there!
• Bingo at the Goldendale American Legion Thursdayscard packets go on sale 6:30 p.m. game starts 7 p.m. Food available
• Bingo - High Prairie Community Center, 2nd Thursday of every month, doors open at 6, starts at 6:30. Questions contact Lori Sweeney 503-260-7129
• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank – 1st Thursday of the month: 9-10:30 a.m. Wishram school, 10:45 - 11:30 Wishram Heights Housing, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community Building. Call 509-493-2662 ext 208 for more information.
• Narcotics Anonymous, 7 - 8 p.m. weekly at the United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway Goldendale.
Friday
• Open sewing, knitting, or whatever you do every Friday from 1 - 4 p.m. at Wild Daffodil and 3C’s Fabric in their new location $10.
• Lyle Community Game Day 1 p.m. the third Friday of every month at the Lyle Lions Community Center.
• Bingo – 2nd & 4th Friday of the month, Mt Adams Elks Lodge 124 NE Church Ave, White Salmon. Doors open at 5:30, Bingo at 6 and the Salmon Run Grill is open from 5:30 –7:30
• Knitting and Stitching Circle 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. White Salmon Community Library
• GamerNoon for teens 3 – 5 p.m. at the Goldendale Library. Come play tabletop and board games.
• Crafternoons at the Library – every 4th Friday 2:30 – 4 p.m. for ages 7-10 (all ages welcome at the Goldendale Library).
Saturday
• Hope Neighborhood 4 - 5:30 p.m. (winter hours) 115 E Main Street, Goldendale at the Goldendale Senior Center. A time of fellowship, bible reading, and discussion for those seeking to learn and grow in God’s word.
• Art Club: Saturday at 1 p.m. at Apollonia Book Store in Goldendale
• Lyle Lions Pancake Breakfast 1st Saturday of every month 7 a.m. -10 a.m. Omelettes and ham and eggs cooked to order. Endless Pancakes. Location: Lyle Lions Community Center 5th & State Street (Hwy 14).
• Columbia Grange meets the 2nd Saturday of every month.
• Goldendale Aglow Lighthouse meets from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Senior Center 3rd Saturday of every month –, 115 E. Main St. Goldendale
• Family Storytimes 10:30 –11:30 a.m. 1st Saturday of the month @ the Goldendale Library
COMMUNITY EVENTS
December 12, 2024, Mid Columbia Community Choir
Christmas Concert: 7 p.m. at the White Salmon Grace Baptist Church 1280 W Jewett Blvd, White Salmon. Come and enjoy a wonderful evening of Christmas music with the Mid Columbia Community Choir! December 13, 2024, Visit Santa and Ms. Claus: 2 - 5 p.m. at the Riverview Bank in Goldendale, 412 South Columbus. This is a FREE event for the community. Bring your family, friends and your well behaved pet if you like, take photos with Santa, and enjoy his favorite treat...cookies! December 13, 2024,
Library Winter Open House: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library on Burgen St. Join us for crafts, refreshments, music and the Friends of the Goldendale Library 50th anniversary celebration
December 13 - 15, 2024
White Salmon Christmas Bazaar: White salmon masonic center 195 NE Estes Ave
Friday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Get into the holiday spirit and shop local at the White Salmon Christmas Bazaar! Discover unique, handmade gifts, festive décor, and delicious seasonal treats—all from local artisans and businesses. Join us for three merry days of holiday shopping and fun! Admission: Free to attend! Bring your loved ones and make holiday memories while shopping for meaningful gifts. Come celebrate the season with us at the White Salmon Christmas Bazaar—we can’t wait to see you there!
December 13, 2024, Family Movie Matinee: 3:30 p.m. at, 77 NE Wauna Ave, White Salmon. Sponsored by the White Salmon Community Library. Bring your family and friends to enjoy an animated movie (based on Dr. Seuss’ popular Christmas book) projected onto the big screen at the library! Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Library. Rated PG, 2018, 1 hr 30 min, Illumination Entertainment & Universal Pictures
December 14, 2024, Creativity and Beyond! Emotional Regulation Class for kids 5-10 years: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at The Missing Corner, BZ Corner 1256 Hwey 141 Join us for through the creativity mediums of music, visual arts, comedy, theater, and physical activity in order for your kid to develop -internal focus of control -reflection and emotional regulation skills -develop creativity and expressive arts talents and skills $20-60 sliding scale to cover supplies and instruction
Geared towards ages 5-10 MUST PRE REGISTER HERE TO RESEVE YOUR SPOT! https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/45e62ad3/?a ppointmentTypeIds[]=70625973 Roberta Grant LMHC, LMP, is a family, child, and adult somatic therapist since 2012 in White Salmon and has worked with many children and adults in different settings robertamgrant@gmail. com, should you need to get in touch before the class with any questions or concerns.
December 14, 2024, 34th Annual Candy Cane Lane Parade: 4 p.m. Parade lineup. 4:30 parade judging, 5 p.m. Parade begins. Participants line up on S. Schuster by the Goldendale Primary School. There will be community choir singing at 4:15 on the courthouse lawn as well as the tree lighting at 4:45. Join us after the parade at The Lodge on Columbus across from the courthouse for the award presentations, visit with santa, Kiwanis book giveaways, soup, and hot chocolate.
December 14 2024, Milk Meat & More 4H Group Christmas Tree Sale Fundraiser: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Dad’s Sourdough Bakery 604 S Columbus in Goldendale. The Milk Meat and More 4H group is excited to invite you to their fundraiser to buy a Christmas tree! This event supports a great cause. The funds raised will go towards helping the 4H group with their various projects and initiatives. We can’t wait to see you there!
Best decorated houses and business judging will be December 12 from 6 - 10 p.m.!
December 14, 2024, Goldendale Farmers Market Holi-
day Bazaar: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Goldendale Grange Hall on East Darland. Vendor registration is open, contact the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce at 541308-5308.
December 14, 2024, Trout Lake Christmas Parade: 5th annual Christmas parade will be Saturday December 14th, leaving the Fire Department @ 5:00. Any and all are welcome and encouraged to decorate and join the parade anywhere along the way.
December 14, 2024 Christmas on the Farm: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Cedar Creek Alpacas, 182 McNichols Rd in Bingen. Come celebrate the holidays during December. The farm is all decked out with thousands of lights, fun decorations, candy cane lane and of course cute alpacas!
December 14th we have a special visit from Santa himself and he will read a story for all to enjoy! Santa makes his stop at Noon and is here until 2 pm. He will be taking all of the last minute requests and giving out a special treat. NEW THIS YEAR! Special Guests Elsa and Anna will make an appearance on December 14th for visits and photos. Autographs too! Wander thru Candy Cane Lane and see how the adorable baby alpacas have grown and feed them their special feed. Bring your quarters and camera!
December 19, 2024, Open House at the Chamber: 2 - 6 p.m. at Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce903 E. Broadway St. Looking for a fun way to connect with your community? Thinking about joining the Chamber? Come and check out our Open House event! Join us for an afternoon filled with refreshments, friendly faces, and special offers designed just for you.
Explore the local artistry at our gallery, where you can enjoy exclusive discounts on select art pieces that capture the spirit of Klickitat County. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just beginning to explore your artistic taste, this is a perfect opportunity to find something unique for your home or as a gift.
But that’s not all! If you’re considering becoming a member of our vibrant Chamber, we have a special offer just for you: enjoy $20 off your first year of membership. Discover the multitude of benefits that come with joining us, from networking opportunities to resources that support your business growth.
Bring your friends and family, mingle with fellow community members, and experience the camaraderie that makes Goldendale so special. We can’t wait to see you there!
December 15, 2024 Goldendale Adventist School Christmas Craft Fair: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Goldendale American Legion off of Broadway. Local craft vendors, gift basket raffle, $10 chili & cornbread feed and
more. Seeking gift basket donations for our raffle!Proceeds benefit the school Contact Cindy Axt at 863-944-2022 for more information
December 22, 2024, Sparkle and Sprinkle! FREE! 4 p.m. at the Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guller Rd. All Ages. Sparkle & Sprinkle: Cookie Decorating, Holiday Sweaters and Elf. Join us for a festive evening of creativity and cheer at our Sparkle & Sprinkle event! Get ready to unleash your inner cookie artist as we dive into a fun-filled cookie decorating session. Bring your holiday spirit by donning your favorite holiday sweater, and get ready to enjoy some delicious treats! The classic holiday movie “Elf” will be on the big screen. This film is one of the Hall favorites to kick off the holiday season with laughter. Whether you’re a cookie connoisseur or just looking to enjoy some holiday fun, this event promises to be a delightful night for all ages. The Hall will provide you with a freshly baked Post Office sugar cookie and decorating supplies with your purchase of food or drink.
January 1, 2025, New Year;s Day Polar Plunge: 10 a.m. sharp at the Maryhill State Park. Come start the year off right with a cool refreshing plunge in the Columbia River! Join the Central Klickitat County Park & Recreation District along with Washington State Parks for our Annual Polar Plunge. You can register online at https://centralklickitatparksandrecreation. com/ or just show up and register that morning. Just don’t be late, the plunge is over within a minute! Questions, text 509 250 0981!
January 14, 2024, Goldendale Archery Sharpshooters Archery Swap Meet: 7 - 8 p.m. at the Goldendale Primary School. 820 S Schuster Ave. Bring your old equipment, bows, arrows, releases, arm guards, etc. please price to move! The idea is to provide a place to see what’s available before spending a pile of money on new equipment.
May 2 - 4, 2025 Home and Garden Show: Join us for the annual Goldendale Home and Garden Show, where we celebrate the best of home improvement, gardening, and community spirit in Klickitat County! This year, we’re working harder than ever to bring you an unforgettable experience with exciting new features and activities. Stay tuned for more details as we finalize our plans. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Richard Clarence McBride passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at Richland Rehabilitation Center in Richland, Washington, with loving family at his side.
Richard was born June 25, 1936, in Yakima, Washington, to Clarence Elmer McBride and Sarah Elizabeth (Edwards) McBride. Richard was the oldest of three children and included Norma Jean born in 1938 and Gordon Edward in 1942.
Richard was raised on a wheat and cattle ranch located in Bickleton, Washington. He attended Donoho School in the Glade early on and then attended Bickleton school starting in fourth grade. He rode horseback to school eight miles away until seventh grade when the school bought a bus. He graduated there in 1955. He then attended Milligan College in Tennessee for two years, where he met and married Cynthia Hooks and had a daughter, Melinda. They came back to Bickleton to work with his father and
Richard Clarence McBride
brother at McBride Ranches. After his first marriage ended, he then married Barbara Shinn from Mabton, Washington, in 1959. They had three children, Karl, Colleen, and Ben. In 1974, Melinda joined the family at the home in Bluelight, an area east of Bickleton. This is where Richard lived most of his life and raised his children to love the farm as much as he did. Everyone was taught early on the importance of hard work, whether it was raising steers or driving a truck, tractor, or combine. He was most proud that his children remained in the community and held strong in their Christian faith.
In 1967, he went to auctioneer school in Kansas City and began a long career of part time auctioneering at county fairs and other benefit auctions. He sold many of his children’s and grandchildren’s 4-H animals. Richard was also a 4-H leader of the Bickleton Hilltoppers for a time. He was
a member of the Washington Wheat Growers Association, Cattlemen’s Association, IOOF Lodge, Alder Creek Grange, and Alder Creek Pioneer Association. In 1967, the family was awarded the Yakima County Cattlemen of the Year along with Washington State Cattlemen of the Year, and in 1976 they were awarded Conservation Farmer of the Year. He and his father were also able to find artesian water through “water witching” and were instrumental in bringing valuable water to the parched land in the Six-Prong area, also known as the “lower country.” Richard and Barbara later divorced but remained friends. Richard remarried when he met Joyce Kinkade from Mabton, Washington, in 1983. Joyce had one daughter, Misty. Richard also became a pilot and enjoyed flying
Ronald Bertram Sheldon
Ronald Bertram Sheldon, age 88, of Wilsonville, Oregon, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024.
Born on February 13, 1936, in Centerville, Utah, Ron was the son of Bertram Frank Sheldon and Kathryn Mary Law. The family moved to southern California, where, tragically, Ron’s father passed away in 1950 when Ron was just 14 years old. From then on, Ron and his mother were on their own during the remainder of his childhood. While working in Southern California, Ron met the love of his life, Dorene Nell Moody. The couple married in the St. George, Utah, temple on August 7, 1959. Together, they shared 58 wonderful years filled with love, adventure, and cherished memories until Dorene’s passing in October 2017.
Ron had a natural gift for sales, which shaped much of his career. He also started several businesses throughout his life. During their time in Southern California, they welcomed two daughters, Lori Dorene and Wendy Kay. In the 1960s, a sales opportunity took the family to Oregon, where they settled and had three more children: Cindi Lee, Kristi Ann, and Valerie Ronae. Ron’s most notable professional success was with O.C. Tanner. In the 1990s, the family moved to Goldendale, where Ron semi-retired and developed a passion for art, selling his work at local craft shows. After Dorene’s passing, Ron moved to Wilsonville, Oregon, in 2017. Ron was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus of Latter-day
Darla (Carratt) Hoff
On December 6, 2024, Darla (Carratt) Hoff passed away peacefully in Salem, Oregon, at the age of 80. Darla was born on February 1, 1944, in Goldendale to Ted and Grace Carratt. Darla attended Centerville Grade School and graduated from Goldendale High School. After graduation she moved to Portland, Oregon, where she met her husband, Roger Hoff. Darla returned to her childhood home in
Centerville in 1993 and lived there until 2016. She then moved to Salem, Oregon, to be closer to family. Darla is survived by her children: daughter Desiree (Mark) of Salem, Oregon; son Chris (Tami) Salem, Oregon; daughter Lalena of Vancouver Washington; son John (Laura) of The Dalles, Oregon. She was a loving grandmother to eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by sister-in-law
Saints, and served a mission in Melbourne, Australia, in 1955 for two years. He talked fondly about his experiences on his mission throughout his life.
Ron and Dorene shared a love for the outdoors, often camping, hiking, playing sports, and traveling. In recent years, Ron enjoyed working on puzzles and riding his recumbent motorized bike around his neighborhood. Ron is survived by his children: Lori (Greg) Jones, Wendy (Mike) Connelly, Cindi (David) Nelson, Kristi (Arthur) Park, and Valerie (William) Gage. He also leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 29 greatgrandchildren, with three more on the way.
A memorial service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held on December 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 29350 SW Town Center Loop E, Wilsonville, Oregon.
his own plane throughout Bickleton and beyond. In 1990, he began working for Rabanco Regional Landfill south of Bickleton, operating heavy equipment until 2001 before retiring. Joyce passed away in 2011.
Richard married Kathleen (Kathy) Cloninger in August of 2012. They were “snowbirds,” spending summers in Bickleton and winters in Quartzsite, Arizona. There they enjoyed side by side rides in the desert, attending the Quartzsite Southern Baptist Church, and forming lifelong friendships.
Richard spent many hours collecting and documenting his genealogy where he eventually found over 35,000 relatives. He also never met a stranger, as he would begin most conversations with “Where are you from?” This inevitably led to his statement that he was from Bickleton, as
he would proudly talk of his beloved hometown. In 2019, he was honored with being President of the Alder Creek Pioneer Association Picnic. He so loved the picnic every year where he would meet up with old friends and enjoy the day visiting and watching the rodeo. Richard and Kathy also attended Anchor Point Christian Fellowship in Grandview when they were able.
Richard was interviewed just before his passing by David Hoodenpyl on his podcast, Wrinkled Wisdom Episode 10. It can be watched on YouTube.
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Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C. 815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Pastor David Beseler, Sun School 9:45am, Sun Worship 11am, Sun Bible Study 6pm, Prayer Meeting Mon 6pm, Youth & Children's groups Wed 6pm; ColumbusABC.org, YouTube, FaceBook. ColumbusABC@embarqmail.com
CATHOLIC - Holy Trinity Catholic 307 Schuster, Goldendale; Father William Byron, 509.773.4516. Sat Eve Mass 5:30pm; Sun Mass 9am & 10:30am. Eve of Holy Days 7pm; Holy Days 9am. Daily Mass Mon-Fri 9am CCD Classes Wed 2:15-3:30pm, K thru grade 6; Wed 7-8:30pm grades 7-12. Confessions every other Saturday noon -1pm
Ardith Carratt of Grandview and nieces Ketha Mead-Pike (Tom) and Alexa Durham (Shane). Darla was preceded in death by her parents Ted and Grace and brother Ted. Darla will be laid to rest in Goldendale. A celebration of life will be planned this summer in Centerville.
Linda J Shull passed away October 24 of this year at her home in Sequim, Washington. Linda was born December 19, 1952, in Goldendale. She was raised on a ranch by Ray and MaryEllen Shull. She was the second of their four daughters. Her sister Jessica was the eldest, then Linda, Kay, and Julie. Julie passed away in 2016. Linda is survived by her sisters Jessica Shull, Kay Hill, and several nieces and nephews and their families.
Linda was a farm girl, used to hard work and problem-solving to accomplish any task.
After graduating high school, Linda attended the University of Washington. Her interest in science and healthcare led her to enroll in the School of Pharmacy. She graduated in 1977.
While in Pharmacy School, Linda worked as an intern for the Public Health Service (PHS) Indian Health Service in Bethel, Alaska. That experience led her to become a Commissioned Officer in the PHS in order to work with Native Americans. She had found her career.
As a newly commissioned officer, Linda accepted a pharmacy position at the Tuba City Area Native Medical Center hospital in Tuba City, Arizona. When a deputy chief of pharmacy at the Yukon-Kuskoquim Delta Hospital in Bethel, Alaska, where she had
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GRACE BRETHREN
Community Grace Brethren 1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. Pastor Aaron Wirick. 509.773.3388. Sun Service 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm. Youth Group 6pm8pm GoldendaleGrace.com. Watch us on Facebook Live: Facebook.com/GoldendaleGrace "Learning - Living - Loving JESUS."
LUTHERAN
Christ the King Lutheran S Columbus & Simcoe Dr, Goldendale; Vicar Ann Adams. 509.773.5750. Worship services 10am Everyone welcome.
METHODIST - United Methodist Columbus & Broadway, Goldendale; Pastors Rob Blevins and Larry Gourley; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:30 ; Adult classes 10:45am; Fall & Winter All are welcome. Call the church for regularly scheduled events.
NAZARENE - Church of the Nazarene
124 W Allyn, Goldendale; Pastor Earnie Winn and Pastor Greta Sines. 509.773.4216; Sunday
worship 10:45 ; Sunday School all ages 9:30 goldendalenaz@gmail.com
Richard is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Kathy. He is also survived by daughters Melinda (Tom) Whitmore and Colleen (John) Jensen; and sons Karl (Nora) McBride and Ben (Julie) McBride, all of Bickleton, Washington. He is also survived by stepdaughter, Misty (Gabriel) Zamora of Sunnyside, Washington; stepson, Sol (Melissa) Freeman of Spokane, Washington; sister-in-law, Carol (Gene) Waller; brother-in-law, Steven (Mary) Cloninger of Kennewick, Washington; 19 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren and two on the way; and several nieces and nephews, cousins, and many friends throughout the country.
The family would like to thank the staff at Richland Rehab for their special care of Richard while he was there. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Bickleton Evangelical Church with burial to follow at Bickleton I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Those wishing to honor Richard’s memory may contribute to the Alder Creek Pioneer Association or the ACPA Carousel Museum, both at PO Box 116, Bickleton, WA 99322. Those wishing to sign Richard’s online memorial book may do so at www.funeralhomesmith. com. Smith Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
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interned, became available, she moved to Bethel. During her time there, she met and married Jim Rich, a medical technologist employed in the hospital laboratory. Her professional life involved moving to different Indian Health Service hospitals and clinics with greater responsibilities in order to support a higher rank in the PHS Commissioned Corp.
On average she and Jim moved every four years. She served the Hopi and Navaho people in Keams Canyon, Arizona; the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people in Juneau, Alaska; and was pharmacy chief at the Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska. That position was primarily administrative management. Linda missed her daily contact with the patients and helping them with their medications, but the duty station would allow her to be eligible for the rank of Captain in the PHS Commissioned Corp.
A position opened up to serve the Akhiok, Kaguyak (Akhiok) and Tangirnaq people in Kodiak, Alaska, which supported her obtaining the rank of Captain. The position was what she liked best, a working pharmacy chief, so she transferred to Kodiak.
Due to health issues, Linda retired from the PHS Commissioned Corp in 2002. During her career in the PHS, she was selected
as the national PHS Pharmacist of the Year. She was also the appointed coordinator to see the SEARHC clinic in Juneau passed an inspection by the Joint Commission of health care facilities. Due to Linda’s help and direction, SEARHC was the first Native facility to receive a perfect score. Her problemsolving ability and patience learned during her days on the ranch served her well in that task.
Linda and Jim retired to her hometown, Goldendale, to be near her mother MaryEllen and sister Kay.
After her mom passed away, Linda and Jim moved to Ardmore, Oklahoma, to be nearer Jim’s daughter, Shea, and her family. Linda was never happy in the heat, humidity, and politics of Oklahoma, so Jim and Linda finally settled in Sequim, Washington, in 2022. Linda loved the temperate climate of Sequim and was happy there until her untimely death from pancreatic cancer on October 24, 2024. The complete story of Linda’s life and adventures with Jim in the places they lived, the friends they made, and the countries they visited are too numerous to relate here. But be assured you would be amazed at the tales they could tell! She was a small-town farm girl who got to live her best life. Her ashes will be interred in the Centerville Cemetery in the spring of 2025.
RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd, Goldendale; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-250-0222, Sunday Worship 10:30am
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD 1602 S Columbus, Goldendale; Pastor Kevin Gerchak, 509.773.4650; Sun. School 9:30 ; Morning Worship Service 10:30am; Family Night on Wed. 7pm with programs for ages 3 years through adult. NON-DENOMINATIONAL Centerville Community Church 508 Dalles Mountain Road, Centerville, WA 98613; 509-637-3068; Pastor Patti
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Father’s House Fellowship
207 S Klickitat Ave, 509.773.4719. Basic Bible Fellowship 9:30am; Worship 10:30am; Tue. 6:30pm Freedom Now Meeting. FHF1880@outlook.com “A Gospel-Centered Church.”
the Sheriff’s Department and all the other electeds do everything in their power to ensure that it’s a success.”
Commissioner Dan Christopher voted against all four resolutions. They all passed on two-to-one votes.
Another major set of hearings occurred in the morning session, when commissioners approved the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. They also approved the 2025 property tax levies and the county’s 2025 budget.
County Fiscal Manager Jenn Neil summed it up this way: “To balance the 2025 budget, I propose a multifaceted approach: expenditures reduced by $1 million, demonstrating our commitment to fiscal responsibility; for the remaining deficit, I recommend splitting the balance between two funding sources—$800,000 from cumulative reserve, which is utilizing the
buy new jackets and things like that.”
It was also a chance for County Finance Director Jennifer Neil to respond to public comments in a hearing at a previous meeting:
“I take great pride in ensuring that the information I provide is accurate, transparent, and reliable,” she said. “To maintain this standard, I rely solely on data sourced from the county’s financial system, which is audited by both county auditor and the state auditor. This approach is not only best practice but also a responsibility I take seriously to uphold the integrity of the financial reporting. It ensures that
FIRE from page A1 to raise money for Aaron Enright, who owns the home. Those wanting to donate to help Enright can make donations to the “John Aaron Enright Benefit” account that has been opened at Riverview Bank in Goldendale. Donations can also be made at the General Store in Goldendale at 129 E Main Street, where
surplus of budgeted revenue from the 2024 landfill operations, and $800,000 from the general fund, drawing on excess earnings received. This strategy achieves balance by preserving programs, staff, and essential services and minimizes strain on any single resource.”
No one from the public offered any comment on the budget, which prompted Anderson to note: “This is the most important hearing that we have of the year, that directs spending of the county for the next year. It is a very large document, and it takes many months to do, and we have 72 people online, and we have no public comment on that. I remember when Commissioner Christopher and I came in, it was like, ‘How do we increase transparency and get people involved and get people commenting on things that actually matter, that actually direct where the dollars go?’ And after
all information shared is verifiable, unbiased, and reflective of the actual financial records.
“In response to the recent inquiry regarding revenue received by renewable energy corporations, I want to clarify that the question did not specify the type of revenue being referenced. As such, my initial response was generalized, noting that some revenue might come from the state, a detail that is not visible in the county’s financial system. Based on the context, it seems the inquiries referring to property tax revenue. However, our financial system categorizes revenue by type, not by source, which means it does not
Jack and Kim Methes are raising money for Enright. Enright is also requesting assistance in locating his black cat that has been missing since the fi re. Its name is Grizzly or “Grizz,” and any information about the lost cat can be directed towards Jack or Kim Methes at the General Store.
four years, we have nobody commenting on it.”
Commissioners also announced the regular meeting on December 10 was canceled but set a special meeting for December 9.
Under the consent agenda, Commissioners approved:
• A letter of support for Blue Mountain Networks’ Broadband Deployment Project proposed for Blue Mountain Networks.
• An amendment to a contract with the Port of Klickitat to provide funding for work with preliminary engineering at the Dallesport Industrial Park.
• An agreement with West Klickitat Regional Fire Authority (WKRFA) for a new entity with radio system use.
• A resolution adjusting wages for regular employees and elected officials.
• A memorandum
identify specific entities contributing to property tax collections.
“Additionally, I do not have access to the treasury system for detailed property tax data and am limited to the same tools available to the public for looking up individual properties. I understand that this may sometimes lead to limitations in the data that I provide. However, my commitment to using auditable and official data is critical for maintaining accountability and public trust.
“I encourage anybody with concerns or questions to reach out to me, and I’m happy to explain the process and the standards that guide my work.
of Agreement with Washington State University Extension for Extension related programs and available Klickitat County funds for 2024.
• A public meeting in the Board of County Commissioners meeting room Monday, December 9, at 1 p.m. for boundary line adjustments for Donny and Wendy Hodges in the Goldendale vicinity; for Michell & Gregory Watson in the Goldendale vicinity; and for Paul and Linda Lepinski in the Dallesport vicinity;
• A public meeting in conjunction with the above to consider short plats for Look at That Big Tree, LLC; and for Donnie and Wendy Hodges, both in the Goldendale vicinity.
• A public meeting in conjunction with the above to consider boundary line adjustments for Lynch/
Thank you all for your understanding.”
Under the consent agenda, commissioners approved:
• A professional services agreements with Designated Crisis Responders Jeffery Albin, Chris Barker, Charles J. Burns Jr. and Lacey Villamar.
• A resolution annexing certain property into the boundaries of Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 3.
• Certification of tax levies of taxing districts to the Klickitat County Assessor.
• A joint resolution with Clark and Skamania counties to the appoint Irena Kakorina to
Watson in the Goldendale vicinity and Alicia McKenzie in the White Salmon vicinity.
• A professional services agreement with Health Facilities Planning and Development for a Community Health Needs Assessment for the county.
• A consolidated contract with the State of Washington Department of Health for the statement of work for Public Health services.
• Authorizing investments of Public Works Department funds.
• Designating three representatives’ authority to sign Washington State Department of Transportation annual and fiscal reports and vouchers payment requests.
• A resolution providing additional compensation for a public works foreman performing foreman duties for two
the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Board of Trustees.
• A resolution correcting Resolution 10724, Exhibit B, list of Bars Numbers for Department of Corrections.
• A professional services agreement with Aspect Consulting to support the final steps to end post-closure care at the Horsethief Landfill.
• A public meeting in the Board of County Commissioners meeting room Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM on a Planning Commission recommendation approving a James Dean Construction, LLC proposal for an Aggregate Resource
shops.
• A resolution adopting the 2025 annual road construction program.
• A resolution adopting the Six Year Road Transportation Program for the years 2025-2030. One item was pulled from the consent agenda at the request of Commissioner Christopher. That was to hold a public hearing on Tuesday December 17, at 1 p.m. in the Commissioners meeting room on the proposed franchise agreement between Klickitat County and Carriager Solar, LLC. The hearing passed on a two-to-one vote, with Christopher opposing. He said the matter should be held over to the new year “because the new board of commissioners will have to deal with the result of the decision.”
(AR) overlay over the existing Resource Lands and Rural Residential 2 zoning designations.
• A Planning Department request to exceed the maximum number of hours of vacation for two employees not able to use their allotted vacation time due to the severe workload.
• A grant agreement amendment with the County Road Administration Board to increase the authorized grant funding.
• A bid by Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. to improve 3.9 miles of Bickleton Hwy OverlayBox Springs vicinity, CRP 382.
KVH achieves DNV Accreditation for quality and patient safety
Klickitat Valley Health (KVH) has announced that it has been awarded full accreditation for a three-year term by DNV Healthcare USA Inc., affirming the organization’s compliance with the Medicare Conditions of Participation for Critical Access Hospitals.
This achievement recognizes KVH as having a commitment to delivering high-quality care and meeting the stringent standards required by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). DNV Healthcare USA Inc. is a national accreditation organization dedicated to helping health care organizations improve quality, patient safety, and health care delivery. The accreditation applies to all KVH facilities operating under Public Hospital District No. 1 of Klickitat County.
The DNV accreditation requires KVH to undergo annual surveys and maintain consistent compliance with DNV’s rigorous National Integrated Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations standards. Through this program, DNV evaluates and certifies that KVH’s management systems align with essential safety and quality requirements, ensuring the highest standard of care for the greater Goldendale community. For patients, this signifies the hospital is meeting the highest standards in healthcare, from the safety of facilities to delivery of treatments.
“This accreditation is a testament to the dedication of our entire team at KVH,” said KVH CEO Jonathan Hatfield. “Our commitment to meeting and exceeding these standards reflects our ongoing mission to provide exceptional, patientcentered care.”
Conservation District thins fire fuel
Jordan Mayberry For The SenTinel
The Klickitat County Conservation District has entered the next phase of its limbing project on Observatory Hill, shifting focus to burning the large stacks of limbs and branches accumulated during the summer. The project, designed to mitigate wildfire risks, involves cutting dead limbs from scrub oaks up to six feet from the ground and thinning pine trees.
“The burning will continue for a while, until we can’t burn, as we have so many piles,” an District employee speaking on condition of anonymity explained. “I’d say most of Observatory Hill has been covered in terms of
oak limbing and pine tree felling.”
The accumulated branches are being systematically burned to reduce fuel loads in the area.
“There’s definitely a few more piles being made, but I’d say most of the piles have been made,” the employee noted. Careful planning has been implemented to ensure safety and efficiency during the burning process.
“We’re trying not to make too many burn spots,” he explained. “If there are too many piles close to each other, we’ll choose the best location for burning in that vicinity and just feed that one fire.” With a team of eight field workers, the crew can burn one pile per person simultaneously, maximizing productivity: “When we have all eight of
us, we can burn eight piles at once.”
Work on the clearing phase began in early November, with an estimated 15–20% of the piles already burned. Winter’s high moisture levels provide an optimal and safe environment for the controlled burns. “With the high moisture, it’s really safe to burn, so we’re trying to take advantage of the weather and burn while we can,” the employee said.
Despite favorable conditions, a temporary burn ban was imposed due to a bout of high atmospheric pressure, which increased the risk of fire spreading.
“There was an emergency burn ban because of some atmospheric pressure that made it dangerous to burn piles, so for about two days we couldn’t burn,” the
employee explained. The ban has since been lifted, and burning efforts have resumed.
Meanwhile, the Conservation District is managing a separate property in the Simcoe Mountains, where the approach differs. The focus there has been on pine thinning, with an ecological strategy of allowing branches to decompose naturally on the forest floor. “We haven’t made any piles up there,” the employee said. “We just let the [branches] fall on the ground and spread it out so that it decomposes and feeds the soil.”
With optimal weather conditions in place, the District anticipates that burning will remain its primary focus throughout
the winter. “My guess is that it’s going to be most of our work this winter,” the employee remarked. The Conservation District’s efforts on Observatory Hill and its Simcoe property underscore efforts to ecological stewardship and wildfire risk reduction.
4-H group holds Christmas tree fundraiser
Jordan Mayberry For The SenTinel
Set against the cozy backdrop of Dad’s Sourdough Bakery, the Goldendale 4-H Milk, Meat & More group recently organized a Christmas tree sale to raise funds for its members. The proceeds will be used to alleviate expenses for participants, covering “fair expenses, supplies for goats, dress shirts,” explained group leader Jenny Thurkow.
The Christmas trees, sourced from Harrison Tree Farm in Sandy, Oregon—a gateway between Portland and Mount Hood—were sold for $10 per foot. Thurkow shared the origin of the idea: “My best friend and
her husband owns the tree farm up in Sandy. And so I reached out to them to see if they would help us out. They sold us trees at wholesale so that we could do a fundraiser.”
While the current iteration of Goldendale 4-H Milk, Meat & More is only in its second year under Thurkow’s leadership, the group has a much longer history. “This is our second year as a group,” Thurkow said. “This group used to be around for quite some time—for about 20 years. Mr. Pastor Howell had this group before.”
Rachel Howell, daughter of the original group leaders and a former member, shared her perspective on the group’s revival: “When
my sister and I aged out of it, it kind of fizzled out for a couple of years. But then Brad and Jenny kind of picked it up again. They showed goats at the fair here in town, and then they kind of picked it up again last year.” While the group remains focused on livestock such as goats and poultry, it has broadened its scope to include “still life” projects— non-livestock skills that encompass photography, sewing, and baking. “That kind of stuff is considered still life,” Thurkow explained. Fundraising activities have become an important aspect of the group’s efforts, helping families offset the often-significant costs
Finch on first year of Chamber
Jordan Mayberry For The SenTinel
Teja Finch, the Executive Director of the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce, is celebrating two significant anniversaries in her tenure: three years with the Chamber and her first full year in her current leadership role. Finch officially marked one year as executive director on November 9, 2024, while her overall time with the organization will hit three years on January 12, 2025.
Reflecting on her journey to leadership, Finch recounted how she first became involved with the Chamber shortly after moving to Goldendale. “I moved here, four and a half years ago, right from high school,” she said. After working a series of random jobs, she joined the Chamber as a volunteer to support her own business. Her efforts caught the attention of then-executive director Mindy Jackson, who recommended her for a staff position.
“In January, Mindy proposed that the board hire me as a business and events specialist,” Finch recalled. She began with part-time hours and gradually transitioned to full-time work. It was not long before an opportunity came about, one that Finch was uncertain she’d be able to undertake, “Then, in July of 2023, Mindy, due to other obligations in her life, had to take a step back [as executive director]. So, I was interim and took some
time to decide whether I wanted to put my hat in the ring. It was a big challenge for someone my age, but I ended up doing that.”
Seeing her as fit for the role, the board made their decision: “As of December of last year, the board voted to put me in the position permanently.”
Since being established as executive director, Finch has marked a year of milestones and accomplishments, which start at the foundations: “During the last year, we’ve put a lot of focus into getting the basics put back together,” she says. Efficiency and improvement within the organization is an ongoing target for Finch, “so we have a stronger foundation to better support our members and our community.”
Though this task remains in action, “That is still a work in progress—it should always be a work in progress, it should always be improving.”
Finch details specifics in events conducted by the Chamber, including the Home & Garden Show, which saw strong turnout even with the addition of entrance fees: “The Home & Garden Show is sustainable now, and that’s really exciting.” With hopes of incorporating greater options for the event, “We’re looking at bringing in more entertainment options and educational options for that event.” A general increase in membership has also come about under
of participation. “Fair is expensive and it’s hard on the families,” Thurkow said. “So we really try to raise enough money that we can support them in more ways than just the basics. We try to really help out with parents getting fair passes and food and drinks for them.”
For many families, raising livestock can be a financial burden, with some kids spending as much as $700 to raise a single market animal. By organizing events like the Christmas tree sale, Goldendale 4H Milk, Meat & More aims to ensure that all members can participate fully, regardless of financial constraints.
With another event scheduled for the coming
leadership
Finch’s leadership: “We’ve been able to increase membership. I’d say the number is 30% over the last year.” This increase was met with pre-planning of greater projects yet announced: “We have a strategic plan outlining major projects for the [coming] year.”
With successes in 2024, Finch expressed specific ideas for the future of the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce. “I want to update some things, there are some things that our Chamber has which are quite dated,” she stated. This includes “doing more programs that invest in the community, for people looking to start a business to get educated, resources that guide them through the process of owning a business. It is hard, it is taxing, and we should have the resources to make it easier.”
This is not the only means by which Finch strategized economic development from the ground-up, with a loftier goal set to start a development program for future business owners: “It looks like in the next couple years, we’re going to launch a professional development program. It would be a multi-week program.” While the specifics of the curriculum are not yet articulated, the program is to cover “personal branding, business branding, public speaking, business planning, and basics of finance and bookkeeping.” She also sees another
young entrepreneurs’ program, aimed at “the younger generations, high school, eighteen-to-thirty range.”
Along with economic strategy, another domain Finch expressed interest in was greater involvement in “government affairs, specifically monitoring policies upcoming that may affect our small businesses, and advocate appropriately, and really get the concern of our small businesses heard on a state level.”
With a combination of market and state advocacy, a holistic approach for Goldendale and Klickitat County’s economic output is to be put forth: “Being in a community that has the Observatory, we focus a lot on tourism, and that is really important. All of our industries in Klickitat County kind of inter-loop with each other, and it’s critical that the Chamber supports all of them to the best of our abilities.”
As Finch enters her second year as executive director, her leadership reflects a vision that combines a balance of modernization, community investment, and advocacy, with the aim that the Chamber continues to serve as a cornerstone for economic and social development in Goldendale and Klickitat County.
“For the future, there is a lot of stuff we can do as the Chamber, and I just want to make sure that all of our focus is running on full force.”
to continue
proceeds in its mission to keep its young members able to contribute.
Z ack Villar
THINNING THE FUEL: Employees of the Central Klickitat Conservation District doing controlled burns in the Goldendale Observatory State Park on November 20.
week at the same location, as well as at the Grange Bazaar, fundraising efforts are expected
as the Goldendale 4-H
Z ack Villar
HELPING HANDS: Santa (Brad Thurkow) greeted visitors to the Milk, Meat, & More 4-H Group Christmas Tree Fundraiser at Dad’s Sourdough Bakery on December 7.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids for the Sunnyside Road Overlay, CRP 374 will be received by the Board of County Commissioners at the reception desk located in the Klickitat County Public Works Department, 115 West Court Street, Room 302, Goldendale Washington. Mailing address 115 West Court Street, Mail Stop 303, Goldendale Washington 98620 until 12:45 p.m. on December 17, 2024, for performing the work described below. Sealed bids received will be opened at the Commissioner’s Chambers and publicly read aloud on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter. Bids received after 12:45 p.m. December 17, 2024, will not be considered. The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive informalities that are not, in the opinion of the County Commissioners, material.
Bid envelopes shall be appropriately marked on the outside “Bid opening 1:00 p.m. December 17, 2024 Sunnyside Road Overlay, CRP 374”.
This contract provides for the improvement of 2.8 miles of Sunnyside Road through pavement and base repair, placement of an HMA overlay, pavement markings, guardrail upgrades and other work, all in accordance with the Contract Plans, Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.
Bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check or surety bond in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount in the bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Klickitat County. Approximate project cost is estimated to be between $1,700,000 and $2,800,000.
The Klickitat County Public Works Department, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
Obtaining Bid Documents: Free of charge: Plans, Specifications, addenda, bidders list, and plan holders list for the project are available though the Klickitat County’s on-line plan room. Free of charge access is provided to Prime Contractors, Subcontractors and Venders by going to http://bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Public Works; Klickitat County; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the self registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425258-1303 should you require assistance.
Dated this 26th Day of November 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Klickitat County, Washington
Lori Zoller, Chairman Jacob Anderson, Commissioner
Dan Christopher, Commissioner ATTEST:
Alisa Grumbles, Clerk of the Board
Klickitat County, Washington (4809,4903, 5001)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
ON-CALL SURVEYING SERVICES
Klickitat County intends to set up one on-call, negotiated hourly rate agreement for survey services with companies that specialize in performing surveys, setting or re-setting
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property corners, section corners or monuments. Projects are located throughout Klickitat County and consist of proposed roadway, bridge reconstruction projects, and rock quarry sites. Sealed proposals will be received by: Kristina Duncan
Klickitat County Public Works Department
Mailing Address: 115 West Court Street, Box 303 Goldendale, WA 98620
Physical Address: 115 West Court Street, Room 302 Goldendale, WA 98620
Email: kristinad@klickitatcounty.org
Fax: (509) 773-5713 until 2:00 p.m. on January 08, 2025 at which time proposals will be opened and evaluated by the County. Proposal documents may be found on the Klickitat County Public Works Department’s website at http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1230/GoodsServices-Bidding-and-BidResults or by going to http:// bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Goods & Services; Klickitat County Goods & Services; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the self registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425258-1303 should you require assistance.
The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@ klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616.
Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (509) 773-4616, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org
Title VI Statement
It is Klickitat County’s policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with Klickitat County’s Human Resources Department. For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/ or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact Klickitat County’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 773-7171 or by email at: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org. (4904, 5002, 5101)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
ON-CALL REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Klickitat County intends to set up one on-call, negotiated hourly rate, agreement for Real Estate Services with companies that specialize in performing real estate acquisitions for public agencies. The firm performing real estate services must have a strong ability to provide complete real estate services beginning at scoping and conceptual levels, to appraisals, through negotiations up to submission of the final documentation. Sealed proposals will be received by: Kristina Duncan Klickitat County Public Works Department
Mailing Address: 115 West Court Street, Box 303 Goldendale, WA 98620
Physical Address: 115 West Court Street, Room 302 Goldendale, WA 98620 Email: Kristinad@klickitatcounty.org
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Probate Notice to Creditors Barbara Maxine ClackTimmons Law PC
Notice of Land Use Decision: VAR#24-01 Sherry & Dennis Carver - City of Goldendale
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• City of Goldendale Summary of Ordinance: 1542
Adopting the Budget for 2025 - City of Goldendale
• Request for Quotes: Snow Plow Services - Klickitat
Public Utility District
Fax: (509) 773-5713 until 2:00 p.m. on January 08, 2025 at which time proposals will be opened and evaluated by the County. Proposal documents may be found on the Klickitat County Public Works Department’s website at http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1230/GoodsServices-Bidding-and-BidResults or by going to http:// bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Goods & Services; Klickitat County Goods & Services; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the self registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425258-1303 should you require assistance.
The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@ klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616.
Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (509) 773-4616, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org
Title VI Statement
It is Klickitat County’s policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with Klickitat County’s Human Resources Department. For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/ or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact Klickitat County’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 773-7171 or by email at: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org. (4905, 5003, 5102)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
ON-CALL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Klickitat County intends to set up one on-call, negotiated hourly rate, agreement for environmental services with companies that specialize in environmental permitting, performing on-site surveys and studies, wetland identification and mitigation, completing reports or biological assessments and peer review of transportation project designs in regards to environmental engineering and permitting. Sealed proposals will be received by:
Duncan
Kristina
Klickitat County Public Works Department
Mailing Address: 115 West Court Street, Box 303
Goldendale, WA 98620
Physical Address: 115 West Court Street, Room 302 Goldendale, WA 98620
Email: kristinad@klickitatcounty.org
Fax: (509) 773-5713 until 2:00 p.m. on January 08, 2025 at which time proposals will be opened and
evaluated by the County. Proposal documents may be found on the Klickitat County Public Works Department’s website at http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1230/GoodsServices-Bidding-and-BidResults or by going to http:// bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Goods & Services; Klickitat County Goods & Services; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the self registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425258-1303 should you require assistance.
The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@ klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616.
Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (509) 773-4616, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org
Title VI Statement
It is Klickitat County’s policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with Klickitat County’s Human Resources Department. For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/ or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact Klickitat County’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 773-7171 or by email at: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org. (4906, 5004, 5103)
Klickitat County intends to set up one on-call, negotiated hourly rate agreements for Archaeological Services with companies that specialize in performing on-site reconnaissance surveys, consultations with local tribes, and preparing in depth technical survey reports, all in accordance with the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP). Projects are located throughout Klickitat County and consist of proposed roadway, bridge reconstruction projects, and rock quarry sites. Sealed proposals will be received by: Kristina Duncan Klickitat County Public Works Department
Mailing Address: 115 West Court Street, MS-303 Goldendale, WA 98620
Physical Address: 115 West Court Street, Room 302 Goldendale, WA 98620
Email: kristinad@klickitatcounty.org Fax: (509) 773-5713 until 2:00 p.m. on January 08, 2025 at which time pro-
posals will be opened and evaluated by the County. Proposal documents may be found on the Klickitat County Public Works Department’s website at http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1230/GoodsServices-Bidding-and-BidResults or by going to http:// bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Goods & Services; Klickitat County Goods & Services; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the self registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425258-1303 should you require assistance.
The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@ klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616. Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (509) 773-4616, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org
Title VI Statement It is Klickitat County’s policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with Klickitat County’s Human Resources Department. For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/ or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact Klickitat County’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 773-7171 or by email at: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org. (4907, 5005, 5104)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE GRANTING OF A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT BETWEEN KLICKITAT COUNTY AND CARRIGER SOLAR, LLC
In accordance with statutory provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32 and in accordance with Klickitat County’s Accommodation of Utilities on County Road Right-of-Way Policy the County Commissioners are to hold a public hearing prior to granting a non-exclusive franchise for the construction, maintenance and operations of wires and other appurtenances, upon, under, along and/or across Knight Road, County Road Number 25850 in Section 36, Township 5 North, Range 15 East, W.M.
A Public hearing will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Commissioners’ room in the Klickitat County Public Services Building, Goldendale, Washington at which time any person may appear and be heard for or against the proposed Franchise Agreement between Klickitat County and Carriger Solar, LLC. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@ klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616.
Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (509) 773-4616, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org
Title VI Statement It is Klickitat County’s policy to assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise discriminated against under any of its programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated, may file a complaint with Klickitat County’s Human Resources Department. For additional information regarding Title VI complaint procedures and/ or information regarding our non-discrimination obligations, please contact Klickitat County’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 773-7171 or by email at: titlevi@klickitatcounty.org. Dated this 3rd day of December, 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Klickitat County, Washington Lori Zoller, Chairman Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Dan Christopher, Commissioner
ATTEST: Klickitat County Auditor Heather Jobe In and for the County of Klickitat, State of Washington (4908, 5006)
NOTICE OF MEETING
The December Bickleton School District regular school board meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm in the Meeting Room. (4909, 5007)
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION The Klickitat County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet at Noon on December 18th, 2024 at the County Services Building,115 W. Court Street, Room 100, Goldendale, WA. For more information please call (509) 7737060. (4910, 5008)
REQUEST FOR BIDS Klickitat Fire Protection District #2 seeking bids for a side by side. Specifications: 1000cc, Direct drive transmission, 5 passenger, 4X4, Hard top, Skid plates, Front and rear bumper, Winch kit, Street legal kit, Cab that can be removed, Hard front windshield that can be opened, Windshield wiper, Heater, Hard front and rear doors.
Please send quote to Klickitat Fire Department #2 P.O. Box 82 Bickleton Washington 99322 Quotes need to be postmarked by 01/03/2025. Any questions please send them via email to Bickleton.fire@ gmail.com (5009, 5105)
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of BARBARA MAXINE CLACK, Deceased. Case No. 24-4-00072-20 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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A long time ago during the Paleolithic era there was a very large, woolly animal that roamed the Earth. These mammals lived during the Ice Age and are a very close relative to the elephants we have on Earth today. Even though they looked like elephants, they were covered in thick fur that kept them warm in their cold environment. Many cave paintings have been found that feature the woolly mammoth. The paintings show how important these animals were to hominins.
Some large mammoths that have been found were 13-15 feet tall. That would make them almost as tall as a two-story house. Just like elephants, mammoths had tusks. A tusk could grow up to 15 feet long and could weigh over 100 pounds. There are many fossilised tusks found today. Tusks are studied by scientists to find out more about this extinct animal. We can only imagine what this animal was like by visiting a museum and seeing fossils. Some scientists have been wanting to create, or clone, a modern mammoth. What do you think about bringing extinct animals back to life? If scientists really are able to clone this animal and bring the species back to life, wouldn’t it be great to see one up close?
Hominins, or as we call them, cavemen, were our ancestors and were hunter gatherers. Did you know they are known as cavemen because they often used caves as their houses? They hunted mammoths for meat and fur, but nothing went to waste. The tusks and bones were used to make tools and weapons and not only did they eat the fat, but used it for oil.
Fun fact: the wooly mammoth was so big that some of their bones were used to build houses and they provided enough food for months for some communities.
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Why did the Great Woolly Mammoth cross the road?
Because they didn’t have chickens in the Ice Age.
Mammoths lived in the cold tundra of northern North America, Europe and Asia. Many scientists believe that the warming of the Earth and climate change caused the extinction of the animal. Other scientists think it is a combination of being hunted and climate change. The mammoth was an herbivore and ate up to 441 pounds of plants every day. With food growing scarce, many animals died of starvation. Scientists say the last mammoth population died around 4,000 years ago on Wrangel Island in the East Siberian Sea, Russia. Even though it is extinct, this amazing animal still fascinates humans.
Parents and teachers, use these instructional materials on Mammoths in your school and home classrooms!
Paleolithic humans built houses from Mammoth bones and mammoth hide to protect them
Ice Age weather.
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