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City asks for May vote on GO Bond to extend water, sewer Information provided by the City of Boardman
Karen Pettigrew is a 43-year Boardman resident who ran a business with her husband for 30 years. For the last 12 years she has served as City Manager for the City of Boardman (COB) - a job she loves and delivers with passion. City Council has approved Pettigrew’s request to put the General Obligation (GO) Bond on the upcoming May 19th election ballot, understanding that with the aging and insufficient water and wastewater infrastructure, the cost of replacement and expansion of facilities is unavoidable. Making improvements now will yield cost savings. Pettigrew does not want to pass the responsibility to a future Boardman City Manager. “At this point in my career, I really want to serve the public and City Council with understanding the question ‘Why Now?’ as it is inevitable that facility replacements costs will go up...and must be done...” Here are some answers to questions recently asked of City Manager Pettigrew about the proposed May 19th GO Bond Ballot Measure: What is the history of the Boardman Water and Wastewater
40-year General Obligation Bond to expand the water system by adding the first Ranney collector well and water building. A Ranney Collector is a patented type of radial well used to extract water from an aquifer with direct connection to a surface water source like the Columbia River; in Boardman’s case, the well is drilled under the river. In 2000, the citizens of COB passed the current GO Bond to do a water and wastewater upgrade. In that GO Bond approval, COB sold the water bonds in 2000 to add the Karen Pettigrew, City Manager. second Ranney collector and upKaren’s expertise in grade the water pump station. Then, administration will be invaluable in 2003 the COB sold the wastewater during the GO Bond process. bonds and added a lagoon and upgraded the lift stations. Also, in 2000, the COB and Port Facilities? In the mid-1960s the US Army of Morrow entered into an agreement Corps of Engineers was building the where the Port of Morrow would John Day Dam and moving the small purchase a minimum amount of watowns along the Columbia River to ter, annually, guaranteeing City of new locations. The Army Corps put Boardman a steady income. This in the well, water tower, and piping agreement has worked well for the to replace what the city had in the City of Boardman. In 2018/19 the COB did a major old town. The founding City of Boardman leaders then sold the resi- water distribution expansion, to asdential lots for $1,000 and commer- sure accessible water delivery to the cial lots for $10,000 each to raise residents of Boardman, at nearly $3 money for a wastewater system. In million. This expansion was paid for 1976, the City of Boardman passed a out of money saved in the reserve account as mentioned prior. Prudent fiscal responsibility allowed this project to be completed without customers seeing an increase in their 2018/19 utility rates. Because of these decisions, the citizens of Boardman have enjoyed almost the lowest water and wastewater rates in the State of Oregon. Today, the City is asking for consideration of a new GO Bond, to maintain our water and wastewater infrastructure, keeping it up to date, and allowing for future growth. Why now? Boardman completed its Water Management and Conservation Plan Update in 2017 and has its Wastewater Facilities Plan draft ready to submit to the State of Oregon. Based
on the information collected for these plans, we know we are at capacity now. In November 2018 Boardman’s population was 3,690 and in November 2019 it was at 4,490. We are one of the fastest growing communities in Oregon and need to plan for future growth. What are the key elements of the Water Project? 1. Pump Station: Boardman needs a new pump station building with a larger diameter distribution discharge to furnish water during peak demands. 2. Reservoir: Boardman needs a million-gallon, above ground reservoir to give us storage capacity for future needs. Tank storage also allows for longer contact time with disinfectant, keeping the water clean and safe. 3. Collector Well: Boardman needs a new Ranney collector well installed. This project will allow us to complete certification of Boardman’s water rights by proving that we can use the full amount of water available to Boardman. The longer we wait to complete this project, the more restrictions we can expect. Currently we have 21 cubic feet per second (cfs) certified of the 36.5 cubic feet per second as allocated water rights for Boardman from the State of Oregon. 4. Staff Expertise: We would like to take advantage of Community Development Director, Barry Beyeler’s experience before he retires from the COB. Barry has been an employee for 39 years; his career began just after the first collector was finished. His input would be of great value during construction of the third collector. What are the key elements of the Wastewater Project? 1. Due for Updates: Wastewater Lift Stations were last upgraded in 2003. 2. Lagoon Capacity: As the city grows with new housing and busi-
nesses, we are running out of space in our three lagoons. With our evaporation lagoon system, the lagoons fill with sludge over time. The oldest lagoon cell is now full of sludge and it is most cost effective to purchase land and dig a new lagoon, letting the oldest dry out until it can be dredged again for future use. 3. Domestic Waste Only: The City of Boardman manages all domestic waste while the Port of Morrow takes care of all industrial waste.
Barry Beyeler, Community Development Director. Barry has worked at the City of Boardman for 39 years, and his expertise will be of great value during the water and wastewater project that is proposed.
What if I need more information? The Boardman Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a candidate forum on April 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm live on their Facebook page. City Manager Karen Pettigrew will also join to provide information about the GO Bond. If you have additional questions: please contact City Manager Karen Pettigrew at : pettigrewk@cityofboardman.com. Phone: 541.481.9252
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From mourning to joy By Shara Weiss and Pastor Rick Weiss The season of Easter is upon us and Resurrection Sunday will arrive in a few short days. This year is unlike any other for those of us in the faith community. There will be no egg hunts, no dressing up for church, and no family or communal gatherings and meals. We will not come together in fellowship as we normally would, contemplating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There will be no baptisms on this special day nor lilies at the altar for all to enjoy. This year will likely find us each more somber, each more lowly in spirit. And it is precisely here, in the darkness of the unknown, that God can do His best work inside us. In years prior the faith community has come together on Good Friday to reflect upon the death of our Lord. As we sing hymns, listen to a message, and pray together, our hearts are stirred by the wonder of it all: a God who left heaven to become human flesh in order that He might hang from a tree and willingly pay the penalty for the sins of mankind. This melancholy evening brings to the church service those who know they are plunging into the quiet moments of self-reflection. What sin was paid for? Mine. What kind of a God would suffer for me? Jesus would. Who would predestine such a thing? The Father. What might come next? Was I worth it? How do I show my gratitude each and every day? Silent Saturday comes next. We
do not know much about this quiet day as Scripture remains rather silent on Saturday’s happenings. We know that Jesus was inside the tomb and we know that his friends were mourning His departure, confused and deeply saddened. They had watched their Lord and friend beaten and bruised and crushed and nailed to a cross to die a brutal and unfair death. Their hearts must have felt so heavy and so despondent. What a hopeless situation! They had dreamed that Jesus would be the political leader they needed and instead their relationship was cut short! They could not see beyond the small picture in order to celebrate the big one. But wait. Sunday is coming! That mourning will soon be turned to joy! With our sins now buried and carried far away, The Lamb of God is risen to life by the power of the Holy Spirit. We can walk in new life by that same power, should we choose to allow it to take us over. While we may find ourselves grieving the loss of our usual events and activities this year, we have a unique opportunity for self-reflection. May we find ourselves curious about the story of Easter, delving into our Bibles and watching livestreamed services. May our hearts wonder over the unimaginable agony suffered on our behalf and may we be newly compelled to care. *For more information please visit BoardmanChurch.org or call Pastor Rick Weiss at 541-481-9437. We are currently live streaming our Sunday Bible Study at 9:45am and our Sunday service at 11:00am.
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Frequently asked questions on the City’s proposed GO Bond How old is the current facility? We upgraded the water building in 2000 and the sewer plant was upgraded in 2003. What happens to the current facilities? We will save the old water pump station for back up as a redundant system, if feasible, and as additional capacity (during maintenance, future growth, etc.). The lagoons will continue to be used. We will allow the oldest lagoon to dry up so we can remove the sludge and return it to service for future growth. How many water and wastewater hook-ups/customers does the City of Boardman have? Water: 914 and Wastewater: 891. If the bond passes - who pays? The residential, commercial, and industry customers within the city limit will pay for the bond. Some industries have been given an Enterprise Zone exemption from a GO Bond payment. However, those exempted are already among the top 20 taxpayers in the county and
Sandy Toms, Mayor
the city. If the bond passes - will we still be paying for the existing GO Bond? The existing GO Bond will be paid off by refinancing it through the new GO Bond. If the bond fails on May 19th, what happens? Regardless of whether the bond passes, these critical projects still need to be completed to address capacity needs. The City of Boardman will be required to increase the water and wastewater rates to replace the current facilities if the bond fails. If the COB has to borrow money from a state or a federal agency to pay for the projects, they will need to raise residential customer rates from the current base rate of $46.21 for water/sewer, to $109.06. Additionally, customers would still be paying off the current Water and Wastewater GO Bond (passed in 2000) on their tax bill. The proposed May 19, 2020 GO Bond would fully pay off approximately $3.5M of the current GO Bond issues which are scheduled to expire in 2029.
Councilors: Art Kegler
If the bond fails on May 19th, what happens to my current bond payment included in my property taxes? It will continue to be included as part of property taxes and the City of Boardman will be forced to look at other funding options to accomplish the critical need to address the water and wastewater capacity issues. If the COB must borrow the funds, they will need to raise water and wastewater rates, in addition to the continued payment of the current GO Bond. What if I need more information? The Boardman Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a candidate forum on April 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm live on their Facebook page. City Manager Karen Pettigrew will also join to provide information about the GO Bond. If you have additional questions: please contact City Manager Karen Pettigrew at : pettigrewk@cityofboardman.com. Phone: 541.481.9252 When is Election Day? Election Day is Tuesday, May 19, 2020. Ballots will be in the mail April 29, 2020.
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Boardman welcomes new Fire Chief, Michael A Hughes By: Boardman Rural Fire Protection District The District Board of Directors appointed Michael A. Hughes as Fire Chief; his official start date was Monday, March 16, 2020. Hughes has demonstrated his resume profile in these first days. He operates with results-focused management. As a highly effective emergency management professional, he emphasizes innovation and creativity when solving problems. Project management, organization and presentation skills are combined with his friendly and energetic professional demeanor. In his teenage years, Mike Hughes achieved his first EMT certification. Looking over his credentials, the more than 1000 hours of education confirm emergency services being a good fit for the past thirty-plus years. His career started in southern California and highlights include; Paramedic for the City of San Diego, Firefighter/Paramedic for City of Escondido, Battalion Chief with Novato Fire District. After retirement and relocation, Hughes volunteered
for Twin Bridges Fire Department, Montana. Chief Hughes has experience in supervisory, management and leadership positions, and has worked in the areas of training, supervision, personnel development, and human resource management. Chief Mike Hughes has a range of experience developed in a mid-sized combination Fire District (volunteer and paid staff). Project management, budgeting, and labor-management relations are familiar topics for him. Shared leadership, coaching and mentoring of new mid-level managers and department heads is a keen asset. Hughes is involved in community. He was elected to Twin Bridges School Board in 2018. He also managed sports programs for Twin Bridges Schools 2014-2017. While considering the Fire Chief position, Mike Hughes and his wife, Karen visited Boardman including the high school. They have two teenaged sons, Jake and Jesse. Chief Mike Hughes counts haying as a hobby. Welcome Chief Hughes and family!
Michael A. Hughes has been selected as Fire Chief by Boardman Rural Fire Protection District.
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Life along the Columbia, 98 years ago Re-elect Here is a sample of local history from 1922.
Jim Doherty Morrow County Commissioner
Notes of Historical and Genealogical Value Extracted from Newspapers of 1922, Morrow Co. Oregon. Articles used with permission of heirs of Audrey Ellen Wilson, who published this collection in 1922. Retyped by Carol Michael April 7, 1922 After interviewing a large number of Boardman and Irrigon farmers, we learned they are puzzled as to what to do. County Agent Calkins recommends Diversified Farming With alfalfa as the major crop, the first step is to provide some satisfactory outlet for that product at a good price. The feeding of alfalfa hay to dairy or beef cattle, or to feeder lambs will usually net your greatest return, if you are in a position to do that feeding yourself. It leaves the manure on the farm, which if properly applied, will greatly increase crop yields. The ordinary farm is going to need some cash crop the augment the income. Late potatoes on the lands offer perhaps the best inducement at this time. We would not recommend that anyone put in a large acreage unless quite familiar with the raising of potatoes under Boardmans conditions. Old alfalfa land should be used. Grapes, no doubt will be a future crop. Strawberries and cane fruits as well as asparagus will do well. Glen Hadley, the famous wrestler of Hardman, is here this week looking for a location. His mother was a visitor here last summer. She is a sister to Frank Cramer. We welcome him. Our town marshal, M.L. Morgan, has resigned his position as of April the 1st. Mrs. Harter and Messrs, Boardman, Beckdold, May, Donnelly, and Stewart have all been granted water from the spillway by the Reclamation Service. I cough, I sneeze, I wheeze, I’m in a frenzy: My head is dough, my nose wont go, I’ve got the influenzy Robbery! The Boardman Garage was entered Saturday night through a window and a Ford car belonging to Pilot Rock parties dismantled of
windshield & tires. Several new tires and accessories were taken from the office. A description of the loss was forwarded to surrounding towns. Suspicious characters have been rounded up in Pendleton and members of the garage are leaving today to identify the stolen property. Sheriff captures the robbers on Cabbage Hill, where they were traced. The thieves confessed that they had stolen the things from the Boardman Garage, and also the car, which they drove from Los Angeles. They are now in the County Jail at Heppner. Twenty-nine applicants from the Boardman-Irrigon District have consummated farm loans. The total amount distributed is $67,000. Practically no one received as large a loan as requested, and few were turned down on some technicality. The homesteading years are critical times, and if financial help could be had, there would e fewer failures. The auditorium was packed Friday Night. There were songs and recitations with the main attraction being Tom Thumbs Wedding. The program consisted of songs, recitations, the Tom Thumb Wedding, and a duet. The program was presented by the Ladies Aid Society and netted $30.00 The Irrigon Commercial Club is sidetracking the new county formation idea although they do want to separate. It was noted earlier that Boardman and Irrigon have nothing at all in common with Heppner, but the county officials have begun to treat us more liberally. . Arlington beat Boardman in baseball again. The score stood 124 and the game was played under a hard wind but they still beat us. Arbor Day is drawing near. Mr. Signs, our school principal encourages our students to secure the best trees for planting. Mr. Anderegg of the Boardman Cheese Factory showed the Cooking class how cheese is made. The girls watched the cheese making process from 10:00 am until 12:00 while Mr. Anderegg explained the different steps in making cheese. The girls had a wonderful time and left with a brick of cheese. 14 April 11922
The Boardman School held an assembly Friday morning where two songs were learned: Arbor Day and the Rose Festival song, Beautiful Oregon Rose. Every student will plant a tree for Arbor Day There will be no special May Day program this year because so much time was lost to illness and to the practice of Tom Thumbs Wedding. Time was further lost owing to the freezing of the plumbing during the winter that it will take all the time the schools can use to complete the regular work. The Reverend Benson, of Umatilla, was in Irrigon the first of the week looking over the field there in connection with the work at Umatilla and Boardman, for the purposes of the advisability the joint pastor for the three places. Mr. Benson may fill the pulpit in Irrigon temporarily. It is hoped this will be accomplished or the church will be thrown open to other denominations. Charles Wicklander is blossoming out with a new industry on the project. He has purchased over 2,000 plants of everything from grapes to the choicest fruit trees. He is first trying the varieties that do not do well in the Willamette Valley. The Boardman Garages air compressor back fired last Friday and set off a can of gasoline that was sitting near by and a fire erupted. Things looked bad but then the fire was put out. Buster Rands is the proud possessor of seven young coyotes, which with the help of his father he dug out of a kennel last week. This is a lucky find for him because the bounty on coyotes is now $2.00 a head. April 28, 1922 Mr. Otto reports the loss of sixty hives of bees during the last ten days. Mr. Otto cannot account for the loss unless the bees came out of their hives to feed during the warm days and were unable to get back to shelter because of high winds. M.L. Morgan has purchased the Macomber brothers interest in the Boardman Garage, and will conduct the business individually. The Macomber boys will keep the school busses.
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Boardman passes ordinance to adopt new Oregon building codes
The City of Boardman passed Ordinance 1-2020. This ordinance adopts the 2019 Oregon Specialty Code due to changes to the scope of inspections. Structures that were not occupied, such as cell towers and fences were no longer included in the Oregon Specialty Code. The City of Boardman is choosing to continue regulating non occupied structures and the ordinance outlines the structures the city would be regulating. In other city business, the city appointed Karla Jimenez to a vacancy on the planning commission with a term ending December 31, 2022.
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People Helping People in the Boardman community and beyond Co-written by Shara Weiss and Pastor Rick Weiss Our family was introduced to the quiet town of Boardman in the summer of 2019. Having found our resume online, while searching for a new pastor, the First Baptist Church extended an invitation to drive over and explore this tucked away town. We immediately fell in love with Boardman and its many charms from the marina to the lodge to the mom and pop businesses. We officially made Boardman our home on November 1, 2019. We settled into this area with the assumption that a quiet life would be ours. God had a different plan. Our family has quickly rooted down while enjoying the many wonderful aspects of Boardman: our church family, the rec center, and our new community. Soon after settling into a regular routine, everything was upended. We now find ourselves homeschooling three children, learning to live stream services from the church so that viewers can watch from home, while partnering with Columbia River Health to provide food for those in need. Covid-19 had
turned our little world, and the world of those around us, upside down. God makes beauty from ashes, though, and such will be the case with this journey – we have no doubt. On March 13 we received an invitation from Terri Dickens, inviting us to partner with the clinic in order to provide a food service to those who are food insecure. Columbia River Health is currently offering food for those who are ill while First Baptist Church is delivering food to the homes of those who are healthy. As of March 27, we have served 16 homes including one Irrigon-based family. On March 16 a meeting was held at the church with 14 in attendance. We came together with the health clinic, the senior center, the city manager, our mayor, and members from our church in order to plan our next steps. Since that time, we have seen the community step up and pull together to donate food, diapers, supplies, and monetary offerings. At this time volunteers pack and deliver food boxes on Mondays and Fridays. Exceptions are made for those needing food during the week including families residing in the local motel or
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those living in a vehicle. Sandy Toms, our Mayor, is the point of contact for those who need food. Each name is being (privately) logged with special notes so that we can assist each family and their personal needs, as able. Richard Moore and Kaitlin Gustafson have championed the duty of securing food donations. Pastor Rick and Shara Weiss are the contacts for those interested in volunteering to pack food boxes and deliver to homes. Numerous additional community members have come together to pray, seek donations, organize, donate freezers, shop, and support this effort. A special thanks goes to Lamb Weston and Beef Northwest for their Lissman family recently donated food to the Boardman community generous contributions. We had hoped to build relationships with new friends in God. The Coronavirus may have in- who suffer according to God’s will Boardman. What we have discov- terrupted all of our lives, but it will entrust their souls to a faithful Creered is that we have been enveloped not have the final say. ator while doing good.” (ESV) by a family. Such is the Kingdom of 1 Peter 4:19 | “Therefore let those
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MCHD tightens visitor restrictions at all locations Pioneer Memorial Hospital in Heppner and all MCHD Clinics across Morrow County, have instituted additional visitor restrictions following recommendations from the Oregon Health Authority and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Access to the hospital and clinics will be limited to one designated entrance. No visitors will be permitted, except for minors needing adult help or someone visiting a patient in care and comfort that is not related to COVID 19. All patients will be screened outside the Emergency Room doors in a designated triage area. Please follow the signs indicating where to park before being screened. All MCHD Clinic sites will also be following the same screening protocols.
We understand that this is a particularly difficult time for members of our community. Just as you’ve made changes to your daily lives, MCHD has made adjustments to our clinic and hospital operations to respond the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please know that these new measures are in place to further protect the health and safety of our patients, public and caregiver teams. We would like to remind our community to continue to avoid close contact and keep your distance from others, wash your hands regularly, disinfect frequently touched surfaces and most importantly; Stay Home, Save Lives. Visit CDC.gov for more information on COVID-19 updates and recommendations.
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If you served at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune or Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River in North Carolina, you may have had contact with contaminants in the drinking water there. Scientific and medical evidence has shown an association between exposure to these contaminants during military service and development of certain diseases later on. If you have qualifying service at Camp Lejeune and a current diagnosis of one of the conditions listed below, you may be able to get disability benefits. Both of these must be true. You: Served at Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River for at least 30 cumulative days from August 1953 through December 1987, and Didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge when you separated from the military And you must have a diagnosis of one or more of these presumptive conditions: Adult leukemia Aplastic anemia and other myelodysplastic syndromes Bladder cancer Kidney cancer Liver cancer Multiple myeloma Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma Parkinson’s disease Who’s covered? Veterans Reservists Guardsmen For more information call -Morrow County Veterans Services 541.922.6420
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Coronavirus Bill expected to bring $3.3 Billion to state’s unemployed Northeast Oregon Now -Friday, March 27, 2020 U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) today announced the historic expansion of unemployment insurance he worked to get into the justpassed Senate package will work out to an estimated $3.3 billion in much-needed help this year for unemployed Oregonians. “This urgent crisis demands an urgent response and $3.3 billion for Oregon workers will help them throughout this year to pay the rent, buy groceries and cover medical expenses. That’s essential assistance for workers and will help to keep our economy functioning while Oregonians focus on staying safe by practicing social distancing and more,” said Wyden, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee.
“There’s much more work to be done to help Oregon and the entire country respond to this global pandemic, but this new federally funded Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program cements an essential building block of support for unemployed Oregonians,” Wyden said. The $3.3 billion estimate is based on Oregon’s share of the $260 billion unemployment insurance program, the state’s share of the national population and what Oregon would receive between now and the end of the year if current unemployment projections hold. The federally-funded expansion to unemployment insurance includes: The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program, which expands
unemployment insurance to cover individuals who are not currently covered by traditional unemployment assistance, including individuals who are unable to work because of coronavirus, whether due to illness, quarantine or child care needs; individuals who are self-employed, including gig workers and freelancers; part-time workers; individuals with irregular work histories * $600 per week per worker in additional unemployment compensation, which will amount to full wage replacement for many workers. The average weekly benefit in Oregon is $422. * 13-week extension of unemployment insurance for anyone covered by traditional unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemploy-
ment Assistance (39 weeks total). * Federal funding to states to eliminate the waiting week between applying for and receiving unemployment assistance. * 100% federal funding of workshare programs for states with programs already in place, and 50% federal funding of work-share programs for states that work with the Department of Labor to develop a new workshare plan. These programs help keep workers on payroll by using unemployment compensation to make up for wages lost through reduced hours. The coronavirus package also includes: An employee retention credit to prevent further mass layoffs in Oregon and nationwide.
The Small Business Debt Relief Act intended to ensure every small business with a loan from the Small Business Administration (SBA) will be relieved of their loan payments — including principal, interest, and fees — for the next six months. When the package becomes law, over 4,000 Oregon small businesses could qualify for this debt relief. $10 billion for SBA emergency grants of up to $10,000 to provide immediate relief for small business operating costs. 350 billion for all new small business loans up to $10 million, with specific language prioritizing small businesses in underserved and rural markets and those owned by economically disadvantaged individuals, people of color, and women.
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Youth of the Year Alexis Villegas Alexis is a senior at Riverside Jr/ Sr High School. During her time there she has always been involved in volunteering in the community to help others. She is extremely goal oriented and is always pushing herself and others to be the best they can be. Alexis currently serves at the ASB President at Riverside. She has been extremely driven to leave a positive impact on her school. Alexis is working hard to continue promoting a positive environment for students and staff, and build school spirit. The ASB President project was to create a Hall of Fame at Riverside, and we will be inducting the 1st team into the Hall of Fame on Friday December 20th. This is a great way to acknowledge the accomplishments of students from the past, and bring them back to the school. Alexis is also the Riverside FFA Chapter president. She has been instrumental in her involvement in this program over the last couple of years. Her leadership has helped to promote this program and grow it in student numbers. She is very involved in the activities, competitions and volunteering in FFA. Overall, Alexis is the kind of student you want students to strive to be. She works hard academically, is a positive example for others, makes others around her better, and is a genuinely kind hearted person! Business of the Year Cafe Cultura Ivonne Navarro As a resident of Boardman and a teacher at Riverside JR/SR High school, it is my pleasure to nominate a former student for Business of the Year because of her additions to the community and support of local aca-
Ivonne Navarro, Business of Year demics and athletics. As a former teacher, I could tell that Ivonne was a motivated student and on a unique course from her peers. During her freshman year Ivonne wrote about her plans for after high school, and they were: work for a local coffee shop before “moving up” to Dutch Bros, and then ultimately working up to employment at Starbucks. I suggested at the time that owning her own business would be more satisfying in the long run. You can imagine my delight when Ivonne moved back to Boardman, helping to launch Cafe Cultura. I know it’s important for Ivonne to give back to her community, especially her alma matter. As a coach, I have worked with Ivonne for fundraising activities and she even sent a snack basket with our track athletes when they earned their way to the State Championships. In addition, several of my cross country and track athletes are employed by Ivonne and I know that she works closely with the student employees to make sure they balance their athletics, academic, and employment responsibilities. Lastly, Ivonne supports Mr Birt’s Art Design class through screen printing orders, help clubs and sports with fundraising through the concession stand at sporting events. Ivonne Navarro is a role-model business person in Boardman, especially for the young people I teach and coach who want to make a career and a life for themselves while enriching the community that raised them.
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COVID-19 screening processes implemented on the Walla Walla VA campus By Linda Wondra, Public Affairs Thursday, March 19, 2020 Caring for our nation’s Veterans is the utmost priority for Veterans Affairs. And know that staff at all Walla Walla VA Medical Center & Clinics’ locations are ready to provide for the healthcare needs of Veterans, especially during this COVID-19 period. Effective today, March 19 on the Walla Walla VA campus (77 Wainwright Drive, Walla Walla, WA), Veterans and visitors will be screened at the tent in front of Bldg. 143 (the outpatient clinic) before entering clinical buildings. Note at the current time, children 12 and under are not allowed in any of Walla Walla VA’s clinical buildings. These processes has been put into place for the health and safety of everyone in order to minimize the spread of the virus. Please plan to arrive early for your scheduled appointment – primary/specialty care, optometry, audiology, dental – and proceed to Walla Walla VA’s Bldg. 143 to be screened; the tent is located right next to the main entrance. Once cleared, a Veteran will receive a colored piece of paper with current appointment information on it to provide clearance for entry to a building. Screening is also underway at all of Walla Walla VA’s outlying clinics; please be sure to follow the posted guidelines at each of these locations. We welcome you for your scheduled appointments. We encourage you to call your VA clinic ahead of time if
you have symptoms of fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Be sure to ask about virtual care appointment options like VA Video Connect, telehealth, or telephone care. You can also communicate via secure messaging with your primary care team via My HealtheVet for non-emergent needs or questions. Don’t have it? Get signed up at www.myhealth.va.gov. If you need help, be sure to contact Walla Walla VA’s My HealtheVet Coordinator at 509.525.5200, ext. 26464. Stay informed about COVID-19 updates at these two locations: VA’s national website: http://bit.ly/ 2WnjWSc CDC’s national website: http://bit.ly/ 394mMOA You can also stay connected with the Walla Walla VA. Receive updated messages and situation updates placed on Walla Walla VA’s external website by subscribing for email updates at www.wallawalla.va.gov (right hand side underneath the social media icons). And be sure to follow the Walla Walla VA on their social media pages: www.facebook.com/VAWallaWalla
VETERANS-Asbestos is a material that was once used in many buildings & products. If you served in Iraq or other countries in the Middle East & Southeast Asia, you may have had contact with asbestos when old buildings got damaged, releasing toxic chemicals into the air. Or, you may have had contact with asbestos if you worked in certain jobs or settings, like shipyards, construction, or vehicle repair. You may be able to get disability benefits & VA Health care if you have an illness believed to be caused by contact with asbestos AND you meet BOTH of the requirements listed below. You didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge & you had contact with asbestos while serving in the military.
www.twitter.com/VAWallaWalla www.instagram.com/VAWallaWalla. Do your part to stay healthy. “Do the 5” to help stop the spread of COVID19 (and the flu or a cold): * Wash hands often (with soap & water for 20 seconds). * Cough into your elbow. * Don’t touch your face (eyes, nose and mouth). * Stay more than 3 feet from others. Feeling sick? Stay home! Other tips include using an alcoholbased hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Practicing frequent good hand hygiene (hand sanitizer and hand washing) – along with social distancing – can go a long way in preventing the spread of the virus. Last, but not least, don’t forget to get the flu shot! An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The Walla Walla VA stands ready to keep you healthy. How can we help?
Also provide medical records that state your illness or disability AND Service Records that list your job or specialty AND if possible a doctor’s statement that there’s a connection between your contact with asbestos during military service & the illness or disability. If you worked in the following jobs or with the following products, talk to your doctor about getting tested for illnesses that affect your lungs such as: Mining, Milling, Shipyards, Construction, Carpentry, Building Demolition OR if you made or worked with Flooring, Roofing, Cement sheet, Pipes, Insulation, Clutch facings & Brake linings We are here to assist you with the VA Claims ProcessMorrow County Veterans Services Call Today 541.922.6420
During these tough times, We’re still HERE for our clients! If you have questions, please call. 455 E. Main St. Hermiston, OR 97838 Office 541-567-8834 * www.wheatlandins.com
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All OTLD libraries offer virtual library services Boardman, Oregon (March 23, 2020)— All Oregon Trail Library District branches are closed to the public pursuant to Executive Order No. 2012 issued by Governor Brown OTLD Director, Kathy Street, announced today. Curbside service is no longer available. If you need any assistance with your library card account, please leave your name and number in a voice mail. Messages will be checked daily. While our physical spaces are closed, your Library card gives you access to a world of digital content and other services, including downloadable magazines, eBooks, audiobooks, and educational resources. Visit oregontrail.ploud.net to access digital content. If you need any assistance, please call your local branch. A staff person will be available to help you.
You should also know: • We will be extending holds and due dates. If you have materials that are due during this closure, please keep them until libraries reopen or return to the book drops. • All inner library loans are suspended until libraries re-open • Please keep items at home and do not put in drop boxes • Library events and meeting room reservations are cancelled through Monday, April 13. We will continue to monitor how long these spaces and programs will remain unavailable. • Visit our website at oregontrail.ploud.net for COVID-19 information and resources. We will also post information on our Facebook and Twitter accounts Your health and safety, as well as that of our staff, volunteers, and Friends of the Library is our top concern.
April 3, 2020
Updated Information about Boardman businesses Medical and Pharmacies Columbia River Health – Regular Hours, no appointments before 9am, park in designated area and wait to be assisted and then you will receive further information Columbia River Pharmacy – Regular Hours and Procedures Murray’s Boardman Pharmacy – Drive Thru and Delivery Only, Normal Hours
Restaurants C&D Drive-Inn and Bakery Place orders over the phone. Orders will be delivered to your vehicle space # and delivery is still happening. 541-48-3399 Subway - We are carry-out and drive thru only. Orders must be premade though the app or done at the drive thru kiosk
Macario’s Restaurant - Take out and deliveries 541-481-2028
Chevron – Open, unaware of any changes
Sunrise at Boardman Café Closed until Further Notice
Other Businesses in Boardman
Reyna’s- Normal hours for takeout only
Boardman Beauty Bar Temporarily closed
The Village - Temporarily closed
Harvest Town Foods - Open Hours are 8am – 8pm, this will allow for restocking time
Smiley’s Happy Place Closed until further notice. Carl’s Junior - Drive Thru Only Tienda El Sol II – Unable to Reach
Coffee Shops Boardman Jump Start Java Drive Thru Cafe Cultura - Drive Thru The Farmers Cup - Drive Thru / You can also call in your order for curbside 541-514-1601
River Lodge & Grill - Take out from grill only - 541-481-6800, motel is still open Burnt Field Brewing - Take out & Growler Fill - 541-2884005 Ordnance Brewing- Open for Grab and Go of Cans and Growler Fills
Gas Stations and Mini Marts Main Street Sinclair – Gas pumps open, mini mart is allowing only 5 people in at a time and no deli food during this time
Napa Auto Parts - Normal Hours Columbia River Gifts and Goodies – open from 10-3, Tues-Friday. Banner Bank - Drive Thru Only, by appointment only inside Bank of Eastern Oregon Drive Thru Only, by appointment only inside Oregon Trail Library – Closed to the public, Staff is available via phone and email at each branch Tues-Fri 10 am–6 pm, Sat 10 am–2 pm, Boardman # 541-481-2665, Boardman Hardware Store Normal Hours Monday – Saturday 9 am–6 pm & Sun 11 am–3pm The SAGE Center – Currently Closed Boardman Pool and REC Center – Currently Closed
Contact: P.O. Box 254 Boardman, OR 97818 541-561-0792
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Theresa Crawford runs for MC Justice of Peace
Theresa Crawford has lived in Morrow County for almost 30 years and is running for Morrow County Justice of the Peace on the May 19, 2020 ballot. Theresa works in the Morrow County Clerk’s office as a Chief Deputy Clerk where she has been for the last 16 years and is a Certified Recording and Elections Administrator. While work-
ing in the Clerk’s office Theresa went back to school and obtained an Associates of Applied Science in Criminal Justice. She made the dean’s list and the president’s list and did this while working full time. Theresa has a legal secretary diploma and worked as a legal assistant for a few years prior to working for Morrow County and worked at Beechers in Ione as a waitress, cook and bartender while her children were small. Theresa raised her 3 children in Morrow County. She coached baseball for 15 years and volunteered in the schools during that time. She was a powerlifter and won a world, national, and state record in the deadlift. She now enjoys spending time with her family (especially her granddaughters), running, hiking, fishing, shed hunting, and quilting. Theresa is running for Justice of the Peace because she has been interested in the law most of her life, and
when she committed to going back to school to get her degree, she knew she wanted to do something worthwhile and important with it. Continuing to work with the residents of Morrow County is very important to her. Theresa has knowledge of the day to day operations and has established relationships. She will strive for a commonsense case by case approach and is committed to protecting the common good while balancing the fact that everyone is different. She will make sure everyone is heard. At the core, Theresa believes that justice is equal for everyone. MISSION STATEMENT: I am excited and consider it an honor to continue to serve Morrow County residents. I am invested and committed to our community and promise to treat everyone as an individual with respect, dignity, and consistency. Thank you for your support and your VOTE!
Columbia River Health converts many operations to telehealth visits With many businesses obligated to close their doors, some members of our community may wonder about our local clinic - Columbia River Health. We want to assure our patients and the community that WE ARE HERE! In order to keep our community and staff safe, while at the same time attending to our patients’ health care and
behavioral health needs, we have converted most of our operations to telehealth visits. Our clinicians are able to address the majority of health and behavioral health concerns remotely, however, if it is determined that an in-person visit is needed, we have a provider at the ready to accommodate that.
We also have lab and x-ray services available with a referral and an appointment. If you need access to health care, please call our clinic at 541-481-7212 for help connecting with our services. Like all of you, we look forward to the time when life returns to “normal”, but in the meantime, as always, our family is here to care for yours.
Welcome to Lexington Pump LLC www.lexingtonpump.com 541-989-8448 Cell-Sam: 541-561-8881 Fax: 541-989-8567 P.O. Box 626, Lexington , OR 97839 CCB# 199519
Sales Service Installation Trenching Available & Solar Pumping Systems
Providing Mental Health, Alcohol & Drug, Gambling, Developmental Disabilities, and 24-Hr. Crisis Services 541.481.2911 Boardman Office 541.676.9161 Heppner Office
TnT Storage 335 Yates Lane / P.O. Box 669 Boardman, OR 97818 Office 541-481-2700 * Cell 541-371-4909
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church You may enter a stranger but you’ll leave as Family!
Pastor Mike Smith Sunday Worship Schedule 11:00am
(541) 418-6132 420 Locust Rd. Boardman Or. 97818 Office hours Fridays 8-11am
gslc@centurytel.net
AFFORDABLE FAMILY EYEWEAR 298 E Gladys Ave * Hermiston * Phone 541-567-3790 Dr. Todd G. Anderson, Optometric Physician Eye Exams * Habla Espanol Saturday Appointments Available www.affordablefamilyeyewear.com Eastern Oregon’s only Same Day Service for prescription lenses. Most Prescription Lenses can be ready for you in one to three hours
Boardman Beauty Bar Who we are: · Full Service pump installation and repair from well to pressure tank for both agriculture and domestic applications. · A local dealer and installer of the best solar pump package in the market today. · Installation of pipe lines, cisterns and complete water systems for most applications. · Full line of excavation equipment for your excavation needs. · We do well rehabilitation for increased water supply and bacterial growth problems.
We are eager to get back to work! While we are out we have online Gift Certificates and an online store at https://www.facebook.com/ Boardman-Beauty-Bar for product that will ship right to your house. All will bring income until we can physically work again. We would like to thank those who have supported us, from the bottom of our hearts! We miss you!
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Vern Frederickson earns top state honors in National Corn Yield Contest
Boardman Rural Fire Protection District March 2020 Fire Calls- 21 Date Location Type 03/01 71202 SW Wilson Rd Grass Fire 03/06 I-84 Mile Post 165 East Bound Controlled Burn 03/07 75906 Three Mile Rd Outside Gas Fire 03/09 71335 Rail Loop Dr Fire Alarm Activation 03/09 1385 Idaho Lane (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Grass Fire 03/10 78856 Peters Rd Grass Fire 03/11 78256 Peters Rd Grass Fire 03/11 Bombing Range Rd Mile Post 5 Motor Vehicle Acc. 03/13 104 Main St Motor Vehicle Fire 03/13 71831 Meadow Loop Odor Investigation 03/14 I-84 Mile Post 170 East Bound Motor Vehicle Accident 03/18 101 SE Front St Odor Investigation 03/19 79386 Olson Rd Fire Alarm Activation 03/19 Hwy 207 & Alpine Lane (Station 7) Controlled Burn 03/20 Hwy 730 & W 8th Rd (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Motor Vehicle Accident 03/20 68805 Canal Lane Controlled Burn 03/20 254 Marshall Loop Lift Assist 03/21 68861 Canal Lane Grass Fire 03/22 Union Pacific RR Marker 156 Motor Vehicle Accident 03/24 210 NE Boardman Ave Smoke Detector Check 03/27 Hwy 730 Mile Post 178 (Mutual Aid Irrigon) Motor Vehicle Accident Since January 1st we have responded to 69 emergency calls Administration Volunteer Fire Fighter Participation - Board Meeting Preparation 10 volunteers contributed 43 hours of - Board Meeting response time for the month. - Burn Permits Renewed Trainings and Community Outreach - Tuesday Night Training Drill - 2 staff members attended Wildland Class/La Grande
ST. LOUIS (March 10, 2020) – The American Farmer has long been viewed, and rightfully so, as the backbone of our nation’s economy and lead provider of the breadbasket for the world. As they strive to meet the growing demand for corn to satisfy increasing world need, one area grower has been honored through the 2019 National Corn Yield Contest. The national contest, sponsored annually by the National Corn Growers Association, recognizes farmers from across the country for their efforts and exceptional results. Vern Frederickson of Boardman, OR placed First in the state in the G: No-Till Irrigated Class with a yield of 319.4802 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was Pioneer P1366AM™. The winning field was located in OR. Eti Ena of Boardman, OR placed Second in the state in the H: StripTill, Minimum-Till, Mulch-Till, RidgeTill Irrigated Class with a yield of 317.4324 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was Pioneer P0589AM™. The winning field was located in OR. Miranda Taylor of Boardman, OR placed Third in the state in the H: Strip-Till, Minimum-Till, Mulch-Till, Ridge-Till Irrigated Class with a yield of 280.2973 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was DEKALB DKC62-08. The winning field was located in OR. Nolan Mills of Boardman, OR placed First in the state in the I: Conventional Irrigated Class with a yield of 329.6217 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was Pioneer P1366AM™. The winning field was located in OR. Jessica Wiley of Boardman, OR placed Second in the state in the I: Conventional Irrigated Class with a yield of 326.2400 bushels per acre. The hybrid used in the winning field was Pioneer P1366AM™. The winning field was located in OR. Contestants were one of 531 state winners nationwide. The 2019 contest participation included 7,454 entries from 46 states. Of the state winners, 27 growers – three from each of nine classes – were named national winners, representing 12 states.
The average yield among national winners was more than 383 bushels per acre – greater than the projected 2019 U.S. average of 168.0 bushels per acre. While there is no overall contest winner, yields from first, second and third place farmers overall production categories topped out at 616.1953 bushels per acre. “The challenges U.S. corn farmers faced in 2019 were, in many ways, a perfect storm. From a slew of weather-related issues to trade disruptions and persistent low prices, farmers were tested in many ways, often many times, over the past year. With determination and whole lot of grit, the American farm families who grow corn persevered. Their harvest again produced an abundance of corn to meet the world’s growing demand for food, feed, and fiber,” said NCGA President Kevin Ross, a corn grower from Minden, Iowa. “The achievements of these winners contribute to the overall pool of knowledge from which the industry draws while highlighting how adaptation and innovation, when combined with state-of-the-art technology, can help farmers achieve true excellence and inspire their peers,” Ross continued. “These accomplishments highlight not only personal triumphs but also the collective achievements of the industry that supports them.” Farmers are encouraged through the contest to utilize new, efficient production techniques. Agronomic data gleaned from the contest reveal the following:
• Average planting population for the national winners was 39,009 seeds per acre, compared to 33,785 for all entrants. • National winners applied an average of 323.6666 pounds of nitrogen, 102.4814 pounds of phosphorus and 210.9259 pounds of potassium per acre. • Average commercial nitrogen use per bushel of yield was 0.89 pounds for the national winners and 0.87 pounds for all entrants. • 33 percent of the national winners applied trace minerals, compared to 8.8 percent of all entrants. • 40 percent of national winners applied manure, compared to 7 percent of all entrants. The National Corn Yield Contest began in 1965 with 20 entries from 3 states. At that time, the highest overall yield was 218.9 bushels per acre, while the national yield average was in the mid-60 bushel-peracre range. The winners were recognized February 28th at the 2020 Commodity Classic, the premier convention and trade show of the U.S. corn, soybean, sorghum, wheat and equipment industries, held this year in San Antonio, TX. For a complete list of winners and for more information about NCYC, visit the NCGA website at www.ncga.com. The National Corn Growers Association represents our nearly 40,000 members, 50 affiliated state corn grower and checkoff organizations, and over 300,000 corn farmers who contribute to state checkoff programs.
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Letters to Editor Letter to the Editor The Victim’s Advocate office with the District Attorney remains open with regular office hours M-F, 8-5, closed for lunch 12-1. However, I have to help visitors fill out any paperwork out in the hall. I am not to have visitors in my office. Also, I am not to make any hospital visits should there be a situation that involves a victim being hospitalized. Thank you, Julia Finch Victim’s Advocate Morrow County District Attorney PO Box 664 Heppner, OR 97836 jfinch@co.morrow.or.us (541) 676-5665 Letter to the Editor Children’s Fair Participants and Familes With a heavy heart, we have decided to cancel the 2020 Morrow County Children’s Fair. This is especially hard with this year being our 20th Annual!! As we are uncertain how long the restrictions surrounding COVID-19 will last and knowing that many of our valuable agency participants have important focuses elsewhere right now, we know that it will be near impossible to successfully plan this event. Most importantly, we want our communities to be safe and stay healthy. Rest assured we will be back next year to celebrate our 20th Morrow County Children’s Fair. It’s hard to believe its been so long! I can remember the very first one and know that many of the same faces have been at EVERY fair we’ve had. Please take care of yourselves, stay healthy and we’ll see you next year!! iah Sanderson Devin Sade Project Management 541.980.5436 541.582.7227 fax sadeproject@gmail.com
Letter to the Editor Former Senator Cliff Bentz, who is running for Congressional District No.2, held a “meet and greet”, at the Sage Center in Boardman, OR, Sunday March 15th. There were approximately fifty folks who attended and had a great opportunity to meet Cliff and gain insight to his reason for this position. Cliff is the only conservative choice for eastern Oregonians to be represented in Washington DC. As a state Senator in the Oregon legislature, he was instrumental in curbing SB2020, in 2019. He has spent and enormous amount of time and effort to educate himself on the “Cap and Trade” issue. He was invited by the Democrat majority to help negotiate a fair outcome to SB 2020. He made 16 trips to Salem from Ontario to participate in the discussions. His knowledge of “Cap and Trade” put him in the position to counter any and all false issues brought forth by his Democratic colleagues. Eventually, he was uninvited from the conversation because the Democrats could not put forth a proposal that Cliff was not able to debunk or show it would not work. Without conservative voices at the table, the Senators had no choice but to leave the state and block the passage of the bill. Cliff will listen to his constituents and become knowledgeable on any issue. He will vote in the way that is most conducive to eastern Oregon. His background in agriculture, will be an asset when the next farm bill is constructed. He will support agriculture, livestock, and forestry. He is most interested in keeping jobs in eastern Oregon and improving our rural life and infrastructure. Cliff Bentz is “Fighting for Rural Oregon” Respectfully Submitted by Clinton R. Carlson
Letter to the Editor My name is Joel Peterson and I am running for Commissioner 1 in Morrow County. In doing so I am continuing a family tradition of public service begun by my grandfather Oscar Peterson, a Morrow County Judge and founding member of the Port of Morrow. I was born in Heppner and attended Ione schools, graduating in 1975. After earning a degree from Pacific Lutheran University in engineering physics with a minor in computer science, I returned to Ione to farm. I have been married to Lea Mathieu, an educator and minister, for 26 years. Our three children attended school in Ione, and Lea has taught in Ione, Heppner, and Boardman. I grew up with cattle and now raise wheat, so I know ranching and farming firsthand. I am now involved with pasture ground south of Hardman, farmland south of Ione, and irrigation ground near Boardman, giving me a personal perspective on Morrow County’s different agricultural needs. In addition to farming and raising a family, I have throughout the years served multiple organizations in Morrow County, including the Morrow County Planning Commission, Bank of Eastern Oregon, Valby Lutheran Church, Morrow County Wheat Growers League, Jordan Elevator Corporation, Ione Community Agri-Business Organization, Ione School Board, and Ione Education Foundation. I was chairman of all those organizations at least once; additionally, I have served on budget committees for the Port of Morrow and Ione Fire Department. My service on the Planning Commission in particular gave me experience with issues facing all of Morrow County. I found the public hearing process to be very helpful when faced with difficult choices. Many times we made better decisions because we could understand the perspectives of those being affected. As com-
missioner, I promise to keep listening. I believe that a leader is someone who puts others in the best position to succeed, and as commissioner I would do this by hiring excellent people and letting them use that expertise to the fullest, with the commissioners providing guidance and transparent policies rather than a forceful hand. While mindful of the challenges that can come with change, I will do my best as a commissioner to ensure that Morrow County’s growing economy remains strong for all of us. Thank you, Joel Peterson
Sokes Landing Senior Center in Irrigon will be closed during the month of April. Our fundraiser paint night is also postponed until we are safe from Covid 19
Boardman Senior Center April Lunch and Breakfast will be cancelled until further notice
HERE’S MY CARD The Farmer’s Cup Coffee Drinks, The Farmer’s Blendeds, Fresh Eggs, Cup is now serving LUNCH Sunshine Sandwiches, Panini and much more! Sandwiches 450 Laurel Rd. Boardman 541/514-1601
M-F 4:30 am - 5 pm Sat. 6 am - 5 pm Sunday Closed
BK HOME INSPECTIONS, LLC bkhomeinspections@outlook.com BRUCE KERNAL 541.314.6228 CCB# 220760 CERTIFIED IN: Pest & Dry Rot New Construction P.O. Box 1333 Boardman, OR 97818
If you served in the military, you may qualify for benefits-call today!
541-922-6420 Morrow County Veterans Services
Mobile Veterinarian serving Morrow County Offering ranch/house calls for patients small and large! Call today to see how I can help your furry friends
Dan Hansen, DVM Call: 541-561-2941
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HERE’S MY CARD CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS The end of your search for a friendly, family church Sunday services 9:45 & 11:00 am Thursdays 7 pm
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Boardman Pastor Rick Weiss http://www.boardmanchurch.org/ 200 Willowfork Dr. P.O. Box 638 Boardman, OR 97818
Church 541-481-9437 rick@boardmanchurch.org Cell: 541-720-8680
MISCELLANEOUS THE NEXT EDITION OF NORTH MORROW TIMES will be in your mailbox on May 1, 2020. Deadline is Friday, April 24, 2020. Mail your entries to: North Morrow Times, PO Box 907, Boardman, OR 97818 E-mail: lprag@centurytel.net
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Clinic Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm 541-481-7212
Pharmacy Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 541-481-5444
450 Tatone Street Boardman, OR 97818
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Boardman, OR
Because of these turbulent times with the Corona Virus, Boardman Park & Recreation District is going to hold their 2020-2021 Budget Committee Meeting on April 28, 2020 at 7:00 pm on the Internet via ZOOM. This meeting is open to the public. If you would like to attend the meeting, please call 541/ 481-7217 and ask for the meeting identification to join us.
BMCC NEWS
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lue Mountain Community College is complying with the Governor’s executive order to move all coursework to an online format. Also the main campus and all Centers locations, including the Workforce Training Center, are closed to all but BMCC employees through April 28. This means that all services must be delivered to students virtually. Students are urged to contact us here at the Workforce Training Center by calling 541481-2099 or by email at amorter@bluecc.edu, bdelgado@bluecc.edu or bmccmorrowcounty@bluecc.edu. We will do our level best to assist students through this challenging time. Students are also urged to check the BMCC website, www/bluecc.edu and click on the Info for Students box. There is a helpful list of frequently asked questions that may be of assistance Anne Morter Workforce Training Center Director Boardman, OR 97818 541-481-2099
Hello community members. As you all may be aware the Baptist Church and Columbia River Clinic have started a Food Bank and will be delivering to local citizens of BOARDMAN. Below is a list of items needed: Canned food items Non Perishable items, such as pasta, rice, etc. Peanut butter Bread, Eggs, Meat Frozen food items for seniors quick meals Toilet paper, Laundry soap, Or you can make a monetary donation. Please call Rick at the Baptist Church at 541-481-9437 or Sandy Toms at 541-815-5345 Thank you for helping our community. So far, we have helped 16 families or seniors, and we want to continue to help more.
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MCC to make significant budget cuts for 2020-21 academic year
PENDLETON, Ore. – Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) is working with faculty and staff to cut at least $2.8 million from its 2020-21 budget, which could mean a reduction in programs and services. Without making significant cuts and changes to operations, BMCC is in danger of dropping below the minimum $1.5 million reserves the College is required to maintain by Board of Education policy. Despite being fiscally-conservative for years, the continued decrease in enrollment, monumental increases to PERS, inadequate state funding, unfunded mandates at the state and federal levels, and, now, the coronavirus, the College has had to dip heavily into its reserves to maintain a current level of service to students and the community. Addressing this budget issue will take a three-pronged approach: cut expenses, increase revenues, and increase efficiencies. “There is no one solution to
this issue,” said BMCC President Dennis Bailey-Fougnier. “We have to take a multipronged approach.” Conversations about potential budget reductions and increasing revenues for 202021 began in January with BMCC employees. Several workshops have been held to help employees gain the same level of understanding about budget projections. The College Planning Council – made up of a cross-section of employees and students from around the College – has approved a budget reduction framework to help guide BMCC through this process and provide strategies in which to have this difficult conversation. This framework includes references to the BMCC Strategic Plan, master plans and departmental plans, as well as a renewed commitment to putting Students First in the decisions the College makes moving forward in this process. “Transparency throughout this process is critical,” said President Bailey-Fougnier. “Employee involvement is an important part of the process.”
NOTICE City of Boardman City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 7th - 7:00 PM This meeting is open to the public and will be held on the Internet on ZOOM. Go to the City’s Website: www.cityofboardman.com for meeting ID number and more information
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7th Annual Job Fair held at the SAGE Center on March 4th was well attended March, 4th the 7th Annual Job Fair was a hit with 60 individuals representing job providers, 350 high school students and teachers representing 15 schools from around the region, and 130 job seekers. As a result of a partnership this year with OSU Extension, students were able to enjoy a motivational presentation by the Diaz brothers from the sports movie, McFarland. The kids were very engaged and the talk was both realistic and inspiring. Additionally, they all participated in an informative resume building question and answer session. Of great value to many, was the opportunity to meet with seven colleges next door at the BMCC Workforce Training Center. Students were able to sit in on presentations by the various schools and ask questions. Job seekers came in throughout the morning to visit with local companies that are actively seeking employees in fields such as agriculture, energy, processing, technology, and health care. The high school students also talked to these job providers with particular interest in those providing intern-
ships or hiring youth for summer seasonal work. A partnership between Oregon State University Extension, Blue Mountain Community College Workforce Training Center, and the SAGE Center/Port of Morrow, along with sponsorship support from Port View Apartments made this impactful event possible. Pictured Left, The Census booth. Below Photo by: Mike Royer, Brothers, David (white Shirt and Danny (red shirt) Diaz (McFarland, USA) with some Irrigon Knights.
The Oregon National Guard booth was very informative for students
The line for icecream was a popular stopping off spot
NW Container Services 73200 Lewis & Clark Drive * Boardman, OR 97818 10’ – 20’ – 40’ Containers New and Used Come pick out your container today! Delivery Available Phone Mr. Perry at: 541-481-4818 cperry@nwcontainer.com