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SFSD appoints new board member..... 8
SILVER FALLS FAMILY YMCA
Discoveries in Speech / Debate......... 8 Alumni Association celebrates 30th.. 9 St. Mary’s to get scoreboard............. 9 Business
‘Second Chance Market’ opens.......... 10 Mt. Angel flower baskets funded.... 10 Biz Buzz
Meet our new business columnist.... 11 Helping Hands
Saturday, August 1 • 8 am
Vets provide free equipment........... 12
Start at the Pool for a 25-100m swim, then go for a two-mile bike ride, finish with a one-mile run ending at All Abilities Park.
Passages ............................... 14 Sports & Recreation
Libraries offer free park passes......... 16 Pinewood Derby race revs up ......... 16 SHS student weightlifting champ.....17 A Slice of the Pie............... 18 Marketplace....................... 19 Above
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Drummer Cole Tennimon is the event organizer of the Break Free Park Fest and Skate Jam happening at the Silverton Skate Park July 25. COURTESY OF COLE TENNIMON
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Rock and roll Music and skate festival returns with bigger venue, more acts By Melissa Wagoner
Break Free Park Fest and Skate Jam July 25
Cole Tennimon grew up playing music throughout his hometown of Silverton. “I used to set up my drums in front of the Towne House or play the bongos at the Stone Buddha,” Tennimon recalled.
Live music, food, beer from Silver Falls Brewery, vendors, art, party games, pickleball and skateboarding.
And so, when it came time to plan his Silverton High School senior project in 2015, a music festival seemed like the obvious answer. “I did the Break Free Music Fest,” Tennimon said, recalling the successful event he held in Town Square Park. Now, he’s doing it again. Only this time the festival will be larger with more music, vendors, art, a food cart, a beer garden by Silver Falls Brewery, party games, a pickleball tournament and tons of skateboarding. “I have some good friends that are pretty good at skateboarding…” Tennimon explained. “And I wanted to find a way to collaborate with them and feature them and the community I’m from.” This new festival – Break Free Park Fest and Skate Jam – is scheduled for July 25, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Silverton Skatepark and Pickleball Courts. “It’ll be a variety [of music] from rock ‘n’ roll to a little heavier thrash stuff…” Tennimon said. “And once it kind of gets going, I’m hoping to have some pretty good
Silverton Skate Park Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Event organizer Cole Tennimon playing in his band, Van’s Child.
skateboarders. That community is pretty lively…” Welcoming attendees of all ages, Tennimon is planning something for everyone. “I’d love to see kids and families there,” he said. “I think it’ll be a diverse community…people there for the music and beer and then some people there for the skating.” Similar to his first festival, Tennimon is hoping the Break Free Park Fest and Skate Jam will be a testament to the things he loves about his hometown. “This is a music place,” he said. “There’s a lot of good energy and there’s a lot of beautiful scenery. It’s important to be out there in the summer, not stay inside. And everybody loves listening to music.”
All ages welcome Music by Johnny Franco and his Real Brother Dom, The Skrimps, Lo Quality, Tell Me Twice, Grandifolia, Chain Taylor, Tongues Afire, Ovrwashed, Avery and No Alarm Skateboarding Contests throughout the day Paddlefest Pickleball Tournament registration at 8:30 a.m. For more information follow the Break Free Park Fest and Skate Jam on social media To get involved email coletennimonpresents@gmail.com
Seed to Supper All welcome to gardening class July 18 at Scotts Mills
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According to Scotts Mills Grange member, Shawna Axness, gardening is much more than simply planting seeds in the soil. It is also “a valuable life skill that brings people together, encourages healthy eating, and helps families become more resilient.”
Which is why, on Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Scotts Mills Grange will once again host the annual “Gardening 101: Seed to Supper” event.
knowledge they can put to use right away. We also hope they leave knowing they have local resources and experts available to help them continue learning.”
“We hope attendees leave feeling confident and excited about gardening,” Axness said. “Whether they are planting their very first vegetable garden or looking to improve an existing one, they’ll gain practical
Taught by trained volunteers from the Oregon State University Extension Service’s Master Gardener Program, the class is free to everyone, whether they “have acres of land, a small backyard, or
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Emerald ash borer found in Silverton trees By James Day The emerald ash borer, which has killed hundreds of millions of ash trees in North America, has been found in Silverton. Community Development Director Jason Gottgetreu made the announcement at the June 17 Silverton City Council meeting. In an email exchange with Our Town Gotgetreu noted that “a private pesticide applicator coming to treat an ash tree in a residential neighborhood on the north side of town reported signs of EAB in the tree, which the Oregon Department of Forestry later confirmed. A second report has since come in as well. My understanding is that the entirety of Silverton is within range of the EAB.” Gottgetreu added that the city intends to treat two ash trees that are along the creek in Coolidge McClaine Park and in Town Square Park. “We also plan to inform the property owners that have ash trees as street trees of the treatment options as recommended by ODF,” Gottgetreu said. The pest, a native of eastern Asia, attacks the trees by eating tissues under the bark, eventually killing infested trees. First found in Oregon in 2022, there were six new sightings in 2025, including one near Scotts Mills. Five of the sites were within the permanent EAB quarantine boundary, which state officials have instituted in Marion County and other nearby counties. The quarantine limits the movement of ash, white fringe, and olive tree materials from Marion, Washington, Yamhill, Clackamas, and Multnomah counties. Residents also are
encouraged to only use ash for firewood that was harvested within 10 miles of the fire. The goal is to prevent the spread of EAB. Here are highlights from the July 1 council meeting: Sidewalks: Design work is under way for two sidewalk improvement projects aimed at improving pedestrian safety around schools. The first is along North James Street from Florida Drive north to the Western Avenue intersection. This project is a partnership between the city of Silverton and Marion County. The city will construct the sidewalk, while Marion County will install two ADA ramps and two pedestrian push-button crossing signals at the intersection. The second project is along the west side of Grant Street between the two entrances to the high school. This section currently lacks a sidewalk, forcing pedestrians into the roadway. The project will add a new sidewalk, two ADA ramps just north of Florida Street at the first school entrance and reconstruct residential driveway approaches as needed. No timelines were available for completion of the projects. Silver Trolley: The city has ordered two new buses for its Silver Trolley dial-a-ride program. The trolleys, which are expected to arrive in about six weeks, will help expand the service to six days per week.. Pettit Lake trail: The city hopes to break ground later this month on a one-mile trail that will encircle Pettit Lake, just south of The Oregon Garden. The project largely was paid for by a state parks grant. Up next: The City Council meets at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15 at City Hall.
The candidate filing period is open for local city offices for the Nov. 3 election, with multiple city council and mayor positions on the ballot.
ckemp@mtangel.gov or 503-845-9291. Silverton City Council: Three positions with fouryear terms will be decided. Seats are currently held by April Newton, Marie Traeger and Eric Hammond.
Aspiring candidates have until Aug. 25 to file with their respective cities, and must meet local residency and voter registration requirements. Incumbents have until Aug. 18 to file.
Mayor: The office of mayor is a two-year term, currently held by Jason Freilinger.
Below is a list of positions to be decided in area cities, as well as contact information for appropriate election administrators. City council positions listed are at-large and candidates will run in a single block. The top votegetters will be declared winners.
For information, contact City Elections Clerk Hilary Dumitrescu at hdumitresu@ silverton.or.us or 503-874-2221. Scotts Mills City Council: Three positions with fouryear terms will be decided. Seats are currently held by Monika Martin, Robin Fournier and Casey Dean.
Mount Angel City Council: The three positions currently held by Tony Astorga, Matt Donohue and Ray Eder will be on the ballot. These are four-year terms.
Mayor: The office of mayor, a two-year term, will be on the ballot. It is currently held by Paul Brakeman.
Mayor: The office of mayor, a two-year term, will be on the ballot. It is currently held by Joe Pfau.
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Grants awarded for seasonal firefighters By James Day
positions, increased hours for existing staff, resources to support additional volunteers, and related administrative expenses.
Fire districts in Mount Angel and Silverton will have extra support this wildfire season after receiving state grants to fund additional staffing.
The grants cannot be used to hire permanent personnel or support existing staffing expenses, or for equipment purchases and maintenance.
The Oregon State Fire Marshal announced $6 million in grants statewide this spring to 180 agencies, each receiving up to $35,000.
The funds can be applied through Oct. 31. Mount Angel will be using its grant as part of a cooperative agreement with the Monitor district.
The grants can be used for a variety of purposes, with the goal of increasing the availability of firefighters during wildfire season. This can include seasonal firefighting
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“Mt. Angel Fire District and Monitor Fire District plan to continue partnering together to use Oregon State Fire Marshal upstaffing grant funding to improve daytime emergency response coverage during the summer and wildfire season,” Mt. Angel Chief Jim Trierweiler told Our Town. “The funding helps both districts place additional firefighters on duty during the times volunteer availability is typically the lowest because many of our members are at their regular jobs during the day. “The program uses a combination of our two fulltime staff and seasonal firefighters, many of whom are current volunteers from both districts working temporary paid shifts during the grant period. By working together, the two districts are able to provide about 10 hours a day of staffed coverage, seven days a week, helping improve response times for fires, medical calls, and other emergencies throughout our communities. “The upstaffing grant is important not only for wildfire preparedness, but also for maintaining reliable local emergency response during periods of increased call volume and elevated fire danger. Having firefighters already staffed in the district during the daytime helps us get help on scene faster when emergencies happen. “The partnership between Mount Angel and Monitor also allows both districts to stretch the grant funding further by sharing personnel, coordinating schedules, and working together rather than trying to operate separately. It has been a practical way for two small districts to improve service while continuing to rely on and support our volunteer firefighters, who remain the
backbone of both organizations.” The grant program helps the Silverton district stretch its staffing and fill coverage gaps, said Chief Bill Miles. “As with previous years, these funds will be used to increase staffing during peak wildfire season,” Miles said. “From July through October, we will have additional personnel on duty in the evenings on weekdays, as well as beginning around noon on weekends. This enhanced coverage allows us to respond more quickly to emerging incidents, support initial attack efforts, and help reduce the risk of small fires growing into larger, more dangerous events. “This grant continues to be a critical resource in helping us maintain a higher level of readiness during the most fire-prone months. We’re grateful for the support.” State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said the grant program has been “a gamechanger” since being established in 2022. She said extra staffing in local agencies has helped reduce response times and kept many wildfires from growing into more widespread disasters. “The Oregon fire service has been able to prevent fires from escalating to much larger, more costly regional or statewide responses,” said Ruiz-Temple. This year’s wildfire season is expected to be challenging due to a dry winter, and the fire marshal’s office said “wildfire seasons are longer and more intense than ever.” They encouraged residents to create defensible spaces around homes and observing fire bans now in effect.
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Athletics volunteer joins board By Stephen Floyd The Silver Falls School District Board has appointed student athletics volunteer Gene Cannon to the vacant seat of former Board Member Kasshawna Knoll, who resigned June 30. Cannon’s appointment was approved by unanimous consent June 22. He was formally voted in during the board’s July 13 meeting. He will represent Zone 7, which includes Scotts Mills and other areas east and south of Silverton. Cannon has a long history of volunteering with local youth sports and is currently a coach for Silverton Youth Softball and serves as its board president. Among other projects, he helped revive the group’s club softball program, which this summer will compete in national league tournaments for the first time in several years. Professionally, Cannon is a pipe-fitting superintendent for MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions, in Salem. While being interviewed by the board June 22, Cannon said he saw the position as an opportunity to proactively address community concerns rather than “stand on the sideline.” “I saw the opening and thought it was a great opportunity for me to…try to move the school district
in a way that I hear parents talking about,” said Cannon. He said while his prior board experience is with private sports organizations, he sees overlap with the school board as both roles are about “taking care of a greater organization than yourself.” Cannon was the sole applicant for the Zone 7 position, a stark difference from when Knoll was appointed from among seven applicants in October of 2025. At that time the seat was vacant following the resignation of longtime Board Member Tom Buchholz. Board Chair Phil Wiesner said the selection of a new board member was about “quality not quantity” and thanked Cannon for applying. Knoll also thanked Cannon for his willingness to step forward, and said he will be serving on “a great board” made of “great people to work with.”
The Speech and Debate team at Silverton High School won first place at the March OSAA district tournament held at North Salem High School. Out of 14 competitors, 11 qualified for the state tournament held in April at Western Oregon University. Thomas Bailey, Jean Forster, Patrick Hart, Shane Johnston, Jackie Kay, Mia-Claire Mykisen, Annabel Nankman, Mireya Wacker, Jaron Wentworth, Griffin White and Anatoly Kuznetsov took on the state challenge. “Speech and Debate is a competitive academic activity where students prepare and perform public speaking tasks,” Katie Kantrowitz, coach since 2012, said. “In Oregon, we have four different styles of debate, 13 different styles of speaking, and Congressional Debate. Students have the opportunity to choose the categories they are most interested in and prepare speeches to be performed and judged against other student speakers/debaters. They could do everything from a partner debate about public policy to a dramatic or humorous interpretation of a classic work of fiction.” It’s that freedom of choice that then senior Anatoly Kuznetsov likes most. He’s participated in Speech and Debate for the past three years.
Knoll resigned to serve as the new principal of Bethany Charter School following the retirement of longtime Principal Kathy Frank. Cannon joins as the district carefully watches its budget following a financial crisis in 2024, and as the board considers proposing an $80 million facility bond for the November election.
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“…I’ve learned so many obscure yet fascinating things from other people’s speeches…” he said. “A couple years ago, one of our teammates actually interviewed a bunch of…schools over what color of chalk was their favorite to eat, and I think that’s a testament to the beautifully weird but approachable and good-natured community we have. (The most popular answer was purple, by the way.)” A semi-finalist at state alongside Jaron Wentworth, Shane Johnston, Mia-Claire
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Almuni group celebrate 30 years By James Day The Silverton High Alumni Association will celebrate its 30th anniversary with the annual Alumni and Friends Reunion Party on Thursday, Aug. 6 at the Festhalle in Mount Angel. A no-host bar opens the proceedings at 5 p.m., with the dinner catered by the Wooden Nickel at 6:30. Tickets are available at Silverton Realty, 303 Oak St. Advance tickets cost $40 and $45 at the door. There are $20 tickets available in advance that exclude the meal. See shsfoxes.com. At the reunion party, the association will honor groups and individuals, including officers, donors, class representatives, volunteers and scholarship recipients. The association awarded its first $100 scholarship in 1996. Mason Branstetter (Class of 1963) remembers that “we only had adequate funds for a $50 award and I was embarrassed at that amount, so I personally added $50 of my money to boost it a bit. That awardee some 20 or more years later donated $500 in appreciation for her earlier award.”
This year’s scholarships included $130,600 to 77 SHS affiliated students – 39 graduating seniors totaling $68,450 and 38 post-high school students in undergrad or technical studies totaling $62,150. The association overall has given out 2,162 awards since 1996, spending a total of $1,914,750. The Association has assets approaching $3 million but only spends the earnings from that on the scholarships. As recently as 2005, the Association managed just $150,000 in assets but benefited from the transfer of assets from the Silverton Scholarship Fund in 2009 and a large bequest from the Peter A. and Mario Loar Trust in 2019. The Loar Trust had been a major benefactorsof the Silverton Scholarship Fund. The Association will hold its annual membership meeting at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 303 Oak St. in Silverton. A virtual link will be available. Members will hear from the investment manager, elect new trustees and a vice-president and appoint a secretary and a treasurer. Members retain the right to vote in the election of trustees.
Mount Angel Chamber of Commerce donates new scoreboard to St. Mary’s By Melissa Wagoner The scoreboard located in the gymnasium of St. Mary’s Public School hasn’t functioned for several years. So, when the Mount Angel Chamber of Commerce reached out to the school district for a list of projects that needed funding, a new scoreboard was at the top. “[B]ecause it is an expensive project we have made do with a small portable one…” MASD business manager Kristi Brackinreed explained. “[But] because of limited gym space, St. Mary’s gym has been being utilized more and more…” by both the high school and middle school basketball teams as well as Mt. Angel Youth Sports and The YMCA. The coaches of those teams had begun asking – what would it take to get a new scoreboard? The answer was a whopping $10,000 for the scoreboard and its installation, an amount the Mount Angel Chamber saw as well worth the investment.
“We felt it was an impactful way to make a generous donation for the entire community,” Chamber President Heidi Hammack said. That’s not the only impactful donation. The Chamber also funds two Maureen Ernst Scholarships, most recently in the amount of $3,000. “[T]he Hazelnut Fest profits firstly go to the Maureen Ernst Scholarship fund and then to Chamber projects,” Hammack said, describing how the revenue from both Hazelnut Fest in December and Volksfest in February combine to support organizations and events in Mt. Angel all year long. “Many people aren’t aware about the projects and things in the community the Chamber supports…” Brackinreed said, “so when the Chamber asks for our support – by attending their festivals, participating in the Fourth of July Parade, donating money to fireworks, businesses paying dues, etc. that is important.”
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Reducing food waste
Food co-op launches ‘Second Chance Market’ By Stephen Floyd The Silverton Food Co-op has launched a new “Second Chance Market” to give residents extra access to local produce from the Silverton Farmers Market and to cut down on food waste.
Profits were split 50/50 between the co-op and participating vendors. Any remaining food was donated to local organizations who offer food to the community such as Sheltering Silverton, SACA and Oak Street Church. Co-op co-organizer Sherry Smith said the Second Chance Market is “an exciting way to support access to local food.”
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The Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce funded the city’s flower baskets for nearly 40 years. But when it came time to place the order with Fessler Nursery for 2026, the board looked at the budget and made the difficult decision to cut the program loose. “This is when members of the city stepped up and expressed that they would like to continue the flower basket project…” Chamber President Heidi Hammack said.
The inaugural market was held July 12 in the parking lot of Earthlight Solar, 812 McClaine St., Silverton. Co-op volunteers picked up unsold produce from participating vendors after the farmers market closed July 11 to sell at the Second Chance Market.
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“This represents one of several ‘small steps’ the food co-op is working on to help create a resilient food network within our community,” said Smith. The co-op plans to hold future markets through the end of the current farmers market season on the second Sunday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. For additional information including how to join the Silverton Food Co-op, contact Smith at 734-649-8134 or Beth MyersShenai at 503-318-1563.
But taking over what the City is now calling Blumenstadt – German for “city of flowers” – has been tricky, especially for Mayor Joseph Pfau, who led the cause. “I hand delivered letters to all the businesses,” Pfau said, describing the need to quickly pull together the community donations necessary to both cover the cost of plants and their care. “I had about 54 donors, somewhere in there, of various amounts.” The City also received a contribution of $5,000 from the Chamber, which went directly to Fessler Nursery and covered
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all but $750 of the 95 flower baskets and boxes ordered for 2026. “That left us with all the watering fees,” Pfau said. The Chamber also provided the estimated $17,840 worth of equipment it had purchased over the years to the city for $100. “Transferring ownership to the City ensures this program remains a permanent and well-supported part of our downtown and community,” Hammack said. “I’m not going to fo this forever,” Mayor Pfau said, adding he is pleased with how it has gone so far. “People want to see Mt. Angel in bloom,” he said. “So, we had amazing donors this year. Not only did the ones we asked really step up… honestly there were some sizeable donations from people who weren’t even asked. The plan forward is to keep trying to do it in a community equitable way.” – Melissa Wagoner
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A familiar face Putting a focus on the Silverton business scene Silverton is open for business (and fun) and I hope to keep you informed. I’ve lived in Silverton for more than 20 years working as a writer and photographer for newspapers and magazines, and I spent time at Corban University in both communications and as an adjunct professor of media arts. To say I’m happy to be back working with news team would be an understatement. But enough about me.... Cub Scout Pack 485 will host the first Corporate Cup Pinewood Derby for businesses on Saturday, Aug. 8, noon to 4 p.m. Winners earn a trophy plus a full-year of bragging rights – and the knowledge they have helped the pack send local cubs to summer camp. This new addition to Homer Davenport Days events coasts $30 to enter and registration closes July 28. For information, including derby car specs, visit
silvertoncommunitypinewoodderby. com. So far, Pinewood Derby sponsors include Ace Hardware, Silverback Estate Winery, Woodburn Dragstrip, Andy Ulven and Citizens Bank. Pack 485 Committee Chair Elisha Kirsch said additional sponsors are always appreciated. “These kids talk about camp all year,” she said. “It’s really important to them and this is one way we make sure all of them who want to get to go.” Most of us won’t go crawling through our HVAC vents. I’m certain I don’t want to meet the dust bunnies and pet dander floating around
in there. But local entrepreneur Nathan Wiegand (Silverton High class of 2001) recognized a need to rid homes and businesses of this sometimes microscopic detritus. In April he opened a Mr. Duct Cleaner franchise. “Generally it’s an overlooked maintenance activity,” he said. “People that are sensitive to dust and allergens will notice a difference in their air quality when I clean out the vents.” He offers quotes over the phone or can come to the home to assess the situation. Silverton Area Community Aid recently hired Sierra Johnson as its new communications and community outreach coordinator. She moved to Silverton a year ago and previously worked in corporate communications. She brings a strong background in print and social media as well as web design. The goal is to build support and develop new
relationships within the community for SACA. “I’m so excited to work in a job I believe in,” she said. “I want to be part of something where I can see and feel the outcomes.” Johnson replaces Roger Fuhrman, who has been working in development and communications since April 2024. Among other things, he was involved in grant writing and outreach to prospective donors. Fuhrman is retiring at the end of July. You can help SACA with its mission and enjoy a Night Under the Summer Sky during its annual Gala on July 25. Tickets are $75 each and include hors d’oeuvres, dinner, drinks, music and live and silent auctions at the Vanderbeck Valley Farm. Visit silvertonareacommunityaid.org/gala to buy your tickets. Got a news tip? Contact me at sheldon.t@mtangelpub.com
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extensive supply of everything from shower and commode chairs to canes, wheelchairs, hydraulic lifts and especially walkers. “I’ve got so many walkers,” Ray Thompson, a volunteer in charge of organizing and cleaning the donations, said. But the overstock isn’t something that concerns him because he knows medical assistive devices are not one-size-fits-all and he’s happy to spend the time it takes to find the perfect item for those in need – all free of charge. “People come in and say, ‘How much?’ and we say, ‘Nothing,’ and they just cry,” Thompson said. “Often they come in for a crutch or a cane and end up taking three or four things.” “But that’s what we do,” Gardner pointed out. “We help people.”
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As many of you know, I have been a strong supporter of the Oregon Garden for many years. I have been a donor, advocate, promoter and, most recently, a Board Member. While I plan to remain on the Board to continue to represent what I feel are the best interests of the Garden, I will no longer be providing the significant financial support that I have in the past.
In the interest of full transparency, I would like to share my past contributions, my observations on the current direction of the Board, and my reasons for discontinuing future financial support. My contributions to the Oregon Garden:
• I have made significant financial donations to the Oregon Garden Foundation (OGF) over the years. • Paid for multiple “fact ads” in Our Town to educate the public about the Garden, totaling thousands of dollars • Discovered and corrected misleading and false Google search results about the Garden. • Promoted Travel Oregon and Trip Advisor Oregon Garden recommendations. • Updated and printed informative brochures and giveaways such as pens, hats, pins and stickers. My observations, feelings and frustrations:
• At one of my first Board meetings, I witnessed a city official go into an unprofessional tirade against the Oregon Garden Foundation over an Oregon Parks & Recreation grant for the proposed Pettit Trail. This same official was later given a pay raise and bonus. • A former Board Director refused a new position on the Board, stating “I agreed to help the foundation, not fight the city.” • Community members have expressed negativity toward the Garden due to lack of responsiveness. • City officials bypassed the Board and took their requests directly to the Oregon Garden’s attorney. • 50% of the Silverton City councilors serve as Oregon Garden board members. I believe that control of the Garden is now in the hands of the City, not the Foundation. • An anonymous letter in early 2025 resulted in the resignation of an OGF Chair.
• Donated $5,000 to jumpstart the Gardens’ 25th anniversary celebrations. • Paid for custom designed label and donated pallets of private-label Oregon Garden water. • Ensured that local nurseries and many other public-facing establishments had Garden brochures available to hand out to their patrons. Provided both the printed materials and the brochure racks. • Attended outside member-related activities at the Oregon Garden Pavilion.
• A 4 to 2 vote removed another OGF Chair in April 2026. • Current OGF Chair and Secretary positions are held by the President of the Silverton City Council; the OGF Treasurer is also a City Councilor. • The City Councilors serving on the Board have not signed the Conflict of Interest document. • The City appointed the Garden’s Executive Director as a liaison to the City, which seems to be a conflict of interest. • The Garden continues to lose money and the reasons why are unclear to me. • The Board voted 4 to 2 to override a provision in the lease, granting the City full control of the land for the Pettit trail for 25 years, with no consideration or compensation to the Garden, only vague promises. • The Board then voted 4 to 2 on a Memo of Understanding to relinquish all rights to the Pettit property to the City.
I do not want to desert the Garden or abandon my duties as a Board Member. However, I believe the Garden is currently under the control of the City and is not governed by an independent Board of Directors. Therefore, I believe the City should assume the financial repsonsibilities for the Garden. Thank you for taking the time to read this and understand the issues that have led to my decision. Sincerely,
Andrew H. Ulven
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Ailene Bernt June 3, 1932 – June 16, 2026
Leonard Grazian Aug. 1, 1932 – June 28, 2026
Ailene was born to Anthony and Louise Gass of Carlton, Oregon, the second of five children. She graduated from Mt. Angel Academy in 1950 and met Alfred (Fritz) Bernt who lived across the street from the school. The two were married in 1950 and had 12 children, losing one shortly after birth.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, brother, wife, and youngest daughter. He is survived by his children, Salena (Ted) Hill, Thomas (Karin) Grazian, Darlene (Doug) Marks, and Roy Grazian. He is also survived by five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Ailene Helen (Gass) Bernt, of Mount Angel, Oregon, passed away the morning of June 16 at the age of 94.
Ailene was a devout Catholic, going to mass nearly every day, teaching religion classes to children, and working at the Mount Angel Abbey bookstore for more than 25 years. She was an outstanding seamstress, sewing vestments for the Abbey and Parish, prom and wedding dresses, and countless garments for her children and grandchildren. She loved a good rose garden, tending to her own for many years, and later at the Mt. Angel Towers. Motherhood was Ailene’s most treasured accomplishment. She read endless books to her children and grandchildren, and baked
bread like no other. She was grandmother to 23 and greatgrandmother to 23. She had a soft spot for those struggling or in need and shared her faith openly. Her kind, caring, and generous spirit will be remembered.
Ailene was preceded in death by her husband Fritz in 2006, her second-born son in 1953, son Larry in 2025, and brothers James Gass and Dale Gass. Ailene is survived by her son Don Bernt; daughter JoAnne (Kay) Bernt; daughters Sharon (Ted) Mucken, Marie (Bob) Aerni, Diane (Marty) Bernt-Brown and Marilyn Bernt; daughter Betty (Brad) Bernt; sons Mark (Sadie) Bernt; Marvin (Susan) Bernt and Frank (Eileen) Bernt. Survivors also include her brothers Edward and Martin Gass; her 23 grandchildren and 23 greatgrandchildren; as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Catholic Community Services.
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Mark James Miller Wayne Joseph Otter Leonard Grazian Ralph Willaim Kuenzi Stanley Lee Stevens Richard John Hammelman Joyce Irene Riebschlager LaVonne “Bonnie” Lee Goode
Jan. 13, 1951 Sept. 18, 1959 Aug. 1, 1932 Dec. 13, 1933 Feb. 2, 1949 Dec. 14, 1948 May 8, 1950 Sept. 21, 1934
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Leonard Grazian was born on Aug. 1, 1932, to Geraldo and Constantine Grazian in Chicago, Illinois. He was the youngest of five children.
Leonard worked for more than 32 years as the head landscaper at Cabrillo College in Santa Cruz, California, retiring in 2011. After he and his wife moved to Lodi,
California, they were faithful members of Century Assembly during the years they lived there. He enjoyed woodworking, creating everything from small vases to cabinets. He also enjoyed building and operating remotecontrol airplanes and boats. Leonard moved to Mt. Angel Towers in 2016, where he made many friends and remained a faithful part of Silverton Assembly of God during the last years of his life. A celebration of life will be held at Silverton Assembly of God in Silverton, Oregon, on Aug. 1, 2026, 11 a.m. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel.
Alison Cruz Dec. 11, 1954 – May 29, 2026 Alison Cruz was born on Dec. 11, 1954, in Saint Stephens, Canada, and passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 29. She lived in Silverton for 30 years and was known as a caregiver who frequently helped the homeless. Alison was preceded in death by three brothers, Jimmy, Alden and Macky. She
is survived by four sisters, Althea, Ruthie, Marlene and Shirley; and her children April, Khia, Brian and Erica. Alison will be remembered as a caring and loving mother. Her family and friends could always rely on her for a shoulder to lean on and thoughtful advice.
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Lavonne Goode Sept. 21, 1934 – July 4, 2026 Lavonne “Bonnie” Lee (Stoller) Goode was born on Sept. 21, 1934, to Charlie and Lola (Merwin) Stoller in Newberg, Oregon. With family around her, Bonnie passed away on July 4 at the home she and her husband Wayne built on the family farm in the Silverton Hills. Bonnie attended Catholic Boarding School in Mount Angel and graduated from Salem High School. She married Wayne Goode on June 6, 1952. Bonnie worked alongside Wayne on the farm, raising grass seed and berries. She also drove a school bus for Silverton School District for 26 years. Bonnie was an active and lifetime member of the Salem First Free Methodist Church. Bonnie loved her flower and vegetable
garden as well as serving others with grace and love. She is survived by her children Judy (Norm) DeShon, Ken (Kandie) Goode, Chuck (Sheila) Goode and Laurie Goode Hyndman, 10 grandchildren, 28 greatgrandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, one grandson and one greatgrandson. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, 1 p.m. at the Salem First Free Methodist Church, 4455 Silverton Road NE, Salem Oregon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salem First Free Methodist Church designated for Missions. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel.
Daniel Sugajski Aug. 26, 1946 – Feb. 10, 2026 Daniel Sugajski died on Feb. 10 at home surrounded by his loved ones. He lived his way for 79 years. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Isabelle and Edward Sugajski. In junior high, he moved to Southern California. There he developed his love and talent for music and art. He played the piano without learning to read music, played guitar and keyboards with a variety of bands, and met a number of celebrities before they became famous: Tina Turner, Neil Young, Cher and Dwight Yoakam.
A Renaissance man, he worked at JCPenney, as a hairdresser in Hollywood, handyman, did paralegal work, and DJ’d at a radio station. He owned Silverton Music & More in Silverton, Oregon. In 1999 he met the love of his life, Paula. Watching her dancing, he chose to be her partner for 26 years; they married in 2000. He enjoyed music venues in Silverton. Parents Edward and Isabelle, and siblings preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Paula, and son Kevin. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel.
Stanley Stevens Feb. 18, 1949 – June 30, 2026 Stanley Lee Stevens, 77, of Silverton, Oregon, passed away peacefully at home on June 30, surrounded by his loving family.
Born and raised in Boise, Idaho, Stan proudly served in the United States Navy before building a career in the lumber industry. He was an avid outdoorsman who cherished his time fishing and bird hunting.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Kathy Stevens, his daughter Victoria Bright, his sons Dustin and Clayton Stevens, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m. at First Christian Church in Silverton Oregon. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel.
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Free passes Parks, cultural venues made accessible to all By Melissa Wagoner “Libraries have changed a lot in the past 30 years,” explained Tristin Hess, the outreach and programming coordinator for the Mt. Angel Public Library. But the core mission has stayed the same – free and equal access to resources for everyone in the community. “This has expanded from just books to include computers and internet access, hosting activities and classes, offering [a] ‘library of things’…and various partnerships with community-serving institutions,” Hess said. “One of those partnerships is providing cultural passes which allow our patrons to experience cultural and social events that might otherwise be inaccessible to them due to cost.” Currently available to Mt. Angel Public Library patrons are passes to the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education in Portland, The Oregon Garden and two separate parking passes – one for the Central Cascades Wilderness
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“These are the physical hang tags you check out from the library and put in your car,” Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) wrote in a recent press release introducing the partnership. “The permit covers parking in all Oregon State Parks Day-use areas for one vehicle.”
Scio Public Library: state parks parking pass and Central Cascade Wilderness pass (June to October)
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Silver Falls Library District: Central Cascades Wilderness pass (June to October), Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum, Oregon Garden, Oregon Historical Society, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education, Portland Chinese Garden, Portland Japanese Garden and the Willamette Heritage Center passes
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National champ Silverton’s Piper Jones wins class at USA weightlifting Silverton weightlifter Piper Jones is a national champion. The senior-to-be at Silverton High captured the 53 kilograms (117 pounds and under) under-17 division at the USA Weightlifting National Championships last month in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Jones set a lifetime record in the snatch by lifting 65kg (143 pounds), set a competition personal best in the clean and jerk at 82kg (180 pounds), with her total of 147kg (323 pounds), also a lifetime PR. And she was consistent throughout, going 6 for 6 on her lifts with no faults or misses. “My training before nationals was going amazing,” Jones told Our Town. “I didn’t have much expectations because you just never know what can happen in this sport. However, I went into this meet ready to have fun and show how hard I had been working.”
really special.” Matt Jones added that her achievement was even more impressive because “she went up a weight class (from 48kg to 53kg) and competed with heavier athletes and still beat them.” number (on the third).” Sometimes, she said, the goal could be a personal best, winning the competition or qualifying for an international team. Jones used to train at the Silverton Crossfit on Lewis Street. Since that facility closed “we have moved most of the equipment to our own home gym where I now train out of as well.”
“Nationals couldn’t have gone much better,” said her father and trainer, Matt Jones. “Piper came in prepared and focused, and she ended up winning the national championship. We’re incredibly proud of her. She has put in years of consistent work, Jones noted that the perfect making sacrifices that most people Piper Jones 6 for 6 “is something I don’t see – early mornings, long SUBMITTED PHOTO personally don’t achieve very training sessions, balancing school, much. Typically what happens is you hit and traveling to competitions. Seeing all of your first two lifts, and (then) try for a bigger that come together on the national stage was
Jones has qualified for the 2027 PanAmerican Games, while noting that “my goals moving forward are to continue to push for any chance at an international team and eventually go to the Olympic Games.” Our Town got word of Jones’ victory from another Silverton-area lifter, Courtney Hanson, who turned in her own impressive performance in national competition. Hanson competed in April at the USA Masters Weightlifting Championships in Salt Lake City, where she took third in snatch, fifth in clean and jerk and fourth overall while competing in a new age and weight class. Hanson, a home health physical therapy assistant, now competes in the 40-44 age class and is lifting in the 89 kilograms (189.5 pounds) division. Good show for both lifters! Running: The Homer Classic races take place Aug. 8-9 in Silverton. On Aug. 8 the
Homer Parade Mile starts at 9:45 a.m. near the middle school on north Water Street and ends outside Roth’s. Runners will follow the same route as the Homer Days parade. Race fee is $5 for those 12 and younger and $10 for 13 and older. On Aug. 9 the Homer Class 5K starts middle school on north Water Street at 9 a.m., with the course including the Gallon House Bridge. Sign up online at tinyurl.com/4yxr8ktt, with day-ofthe-races registration also accepted. Triathlon: The Silver Falls YMCA is hosting a mini-triathlon on Saturday, Aug. 1. The event includes a 25-meter (ages 5-7) or 100-meter swim (ages 8-12), a 2-mile bike ride and a 1-mile run. Racing starts at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $35, with members getting $10 off at the Y’s member page. Sign up at tinyurl.com/wj4vr98d or on the morning of the races. Pickleball: The new pickleball courts in Silverton on Westfield Street are hosting a tournament on Saturday, July 25. Register at 8:30 a.m., with play in the round-robin tournament beginning at 9 a.m. Players 10 and older of all skill levels are eligible. The entry fee is $10, with proceeds going toward the purchase of court wind screens. For info email silvertontournament@gmail.com.
Ready to race? Pinewood Derby joins Homer Days events By James Day Pinewood Derby racers are coming to Old Mill Park for Silverton’s Homer Davenport Community Festival. The event, organized by Cub Scout Pack 485 of Silverton, runs Saturday, Aug. 8. Pinewood Derby racing began in 1953 with the vision of a Cub Scout pack in Manhattan Beach, California. The concept is pretty simple, said Shannon Klopfenstein, fundraising chair for Pack 485. “Each racer receives an official scouting car kit including one pinewood block to carve/shape, axles and four wheels,” she told Our Town. “Every racer designs and builds their own car to the required specifications for our track (all rules and regulations can be found at silvertoncommunitypinewoodderby.com and are sent to each racer when they register).
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“Cars must be turned in the day before the race for weigh-in from 5 to 7 p.m. at Old Mill Park Friday, Aug. 7. They will be inspected by race officials, weighed and roll tested on our track. Racers will be able to make adjustments if needed but all cars are then impounded by our pit crew for race day on Saturday, Aug. 8.” Heats will run every five minutes or so all day until all classes have raced and the winners have been identified. Klopfenstein emphasized that no race additions or modifications can be made on race day. Racers will receive their cars back when they are eliminated from the competition or at the award ceremony at Coolidge McClaine Park. “The most important rule is to have fun,” Klopfenstein said. The basic fee to race is $30, which includes the car kit. It costs $10 more to race the cub master in the “Beat the Cub Master Challenge.” Business class races
are $250 and involve local businesses competing for a rotating trophy and yearlong bragging rights. There is also an alumni race for the cars of yesteryear and an outlaw race for those who don’t want to follow the traditional build guidelines (separate rules and regulations apply to that class). The fund-raiser will help Pack 485 attend a summer camp. “We strongly believe no one should ever have to forego camp,” Klopfenstein said. “Our pack is 20-plus boys and girls and it costs roughly $10K to send everyone and the leaders to camp each summer. We are looking for sponsors to contribute to this fund so we can continue to raise up the next generation of city leaders and influential community members.” Information on how to donate is at silvertoncommunitypinewoodderby.com.
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ABOUT THE DERBY What: Pinewood Derby races at Homer Days When: Aug. 8, noon to 4 p.m., awards at 4:30 Where: Races at Old Mill Park, awards at Coolidge McClaine Park Ages: 5 and up, including business class, alumni and outlaw racers Registration: Closes July 28 at silvertoncommunitypinewood derby.com Cost: $30 and up, depending on the entry class The cars: An official scouting car kit has to be used. The car must not weigh more than 5 ounces.
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Go... everyone? Rooting for team humanity By Melissa Wagoner
I’ve never been a major fan of watching sports (much to the chagrin of my husband). But I do like watching soccer – all kinds of soccer, from the little kids just figuring out why they’re even on the field, to the pros. There’s something about it that appeals to me in a way no other sport does.
Quite possibly even the players would think I’m bonkers. After all, they know what they’re getting themselves into long before they make it to the World Cup. Even the best of them have lost hundreds of times and still go on to play in another game… and another and another. Because at the end of the day they love the sport, the training, all of it.
But there is one thing about watching sports, even soccer, I can’t seem to overcome – why does there have to be a loser? I know most people find my hang-up ridiculous, but I can’t seem to get past it. I find watching one team fail absolutely gutting because I want everyone to win, just end the game with a handshake and a tied score. I know that’s both ludicrous and impossible, but it would make my experience so much less fraught. Instead, no matter who is playing, I spend the entire game rooting for the underdog, which can really irritate my friends. Case in point, watching the England versus Mexico World Cup game I let it slip I was secretly pulling for Mexico. My husband found it funny but my British friend, Vicky – joining our viewing party remotely from across the pond despite it being 2 a.m. – did not. She was nice about it of course (after all, she’s British), but the word “traitor” was used.
game. Then, in only 101 short minutes it’s over for another four years.
Jason and Melissa Wagoner at a futbol match in England. MELISSA WAGONER
Even then I couldn’t mask the feeling of woe that overtook me when England’s team and fans cheered while Mexico’s cried. The funny thing is, it’s the same feeling I would have had if the results were reversed (which is what I will tell Vicky if she ever speaks to me again). Because what really upsets me isn’t who lost or why, but the thought of what it took for each player to make it on that field. All those practices, all those injuries, all the sacrifice, all those hopes pinned on this
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Ironically, I believe that is why I find myself so affected as well. I too am emotionally invested. I find the players’ athletic prowess and determination inspirational and that they and thousands of their fans flew from all over the world – sometimes to countries with differing beliefs – for a 90-minute match mind blowing. Watching players and fans belt out their national anthem despite whatever is going on at home (war, earthquakes, wildfires, poverty), that’s affecting. It’s why I want everyone – players and fans alike – to go home feeling like a winner because they are. So, if you watch a game with me, I’m going to beg your pardon now. I’m not trying to offend or confuse you and it’s not that I don’t understand “how competition works.” I’m simply invested in everyone, particularly in humanity. I’m rooting for them most of all.
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