IN POLK COUNTY 2023 Check out local businesses in Polk County Inside A SPECIAL SECTION OF THE ITEMIZER-OBSERVER
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Forest River Inc., a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, is one of Polk County’s largest employers. Forest River operates manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and produces a wide variety of recreational vehicles. Our mission is to help all of our owners enjoy their RV experience to the fullest! 1429 SE Uglow St., Dallas OR 503.831.1200 www.forestriverinc.com 2 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023
670 S Pacific West, Rickreall (Next to Polk County Fairgrounds) | 503-831-4601 Serving breakfast all day long | lunch & dinner 7 days a week • Cocktails • Beer • Wine • Lottery • Homemade Pies, Cinnamon Rolls Sunday - Thursday 6:30am - 8pm Friday & Saturday 6:30am - 9pm Meet in the middle at the crossroads of Polk County FOR DAILY SPECIALS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 3
Call for a Quote Today! 503-623-0800 www.peakheatingandair.net | CCB 223356 4 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023
REAL estate with REAL experience . REAL estate with REAL experience. Your hometown choice, HomeSmar t Realt y Group! 1220 Main S treet E, Monmout h, OR 97361 | 662 Main S treet, Dallas, OR 97338 | Licensed in t he S tate of Oregon. Leigh Bradstreet (503) 949-5345 Tif fany Bouchard (503) 871-5929 Shelby Kutz (503) 881-9970 Cheri Jacobsen (503) 551-5807 Sarah Owre (503) 428-1324 Jill Wyat t (503) 910-1679 Donna Graham (503) 931-5677 With offices in Monmouth and Dallas, we have the experienced agents to ser ve you! Steve Elmore (503) 983-6999 Lisa Scheirman (503) 949-2 Cathy McLean (503) 580-0571 Sarah Hedal (503)-420-9576 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 5
Dallas continues to
New Urban Renewal District
In 2022, Dallas added a second Urban Renewal District. The South Dallas Urban Renewal District takes in more than 400 acres of mostly industrial lands in the south part of the city, centered on the former Dallas mill site. Over time, the district will have millions of dollars of funding to invest in infrastructure in the area and to assist with new business development, relocations and expansions. The goal of the district is to create new jobs and facilitate new development in the area that includes many acres of undeveloped or underdeveloped land. Like the city’s current downtown district, which has been in place since 2004, the South Dallas URD will not raise anyone’s tax bill, but will target property taxes collected within the district to be invested only in the district on an array of pre-defined projects, which include improvements in transportation infrastructure and utilities. Resources will also be targeted on the redevelopment of the Dallas mill site. The city’s Economic Development Commission has been appointed to be the advisory body for the new District.
ARPA grants available to remodel downtown buildings
Beginning Jan. 9 and continuing through March 10, the city will be accepting applications from owners and tenants of downtown buildings looking to perform remodels, renovations and restorations. The city has $100,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds to invest in the Building
Improvement Grant program. The 2023 grants mark the second and final round of ARPA funds for these projects. The 2022 round resulted in seven building improvement projects funded, two of which are already complete, and three are underway. Funding for the 2023 round will be available on July 1. Grant awardees will have 12 months to complete their projects from the time their funding agreements are signed. Applicants are required to provide at least a 2/3 project match investment. Individual grant awards are capped at $20,000. More information on this program, including the application materials, can be found in the “Latest News” section of the City’s website at www.dallasor.gov.
Former Bank of America building plans
The city expects to close on the former Bank of America property downtown at 791 Main Street in the first quarter of 2023. Following acquisition, the structures currently at the site will be demolished and removed. Any environmental hazards on the site will be mitigated. The general plan is to conduct a robust community visioning process with an architect as a facilitator during 2023.
Once there is a consensus for the future vision of the property, the city hopes to attract a developer to construct a multi-story, mixed-use project. The City would like to see a building that will maximize the taxable value of the property, with commercial on the ground floor and several floors of short-term and/or long-
term residential above the first floor. We may also discover the need for additional underground or surface parking onsite. The final plans for the site will not be finalized for likely many months.
“We want to take our time and get this right,” said Charlie Mitchell, Economic & Community Development Department Director. “This is a unique and special opportunity to transform a key property in downtown Dallas. Full community engagement in the visioning is critical.”
Restored Carnegie Library reopens
In December 2022, the community celebrated the revitalization of the old Carnegie Library, one of the premier buildings in downtown Dallas. Local owner Don Sheely worked to renovate and restore the early 1900s building to create a useable space for The Hundred Acre Academy, a private school.
This revitalization was a community effort, with the city of Dallas providing $20,000 in grant funding from the Building Improvement Grant Program funded by ARPA. Additionally, the Dallas Downtown Association worked with Sheely to secure a $200,000 grant from Oregon Main Street for the completion of the project. “The city of Dallas has continued to prioritize historic preservation and economic development, and this project proves that both of these objectives can work together, rather than against each other, and we are excited that this building is back in use for the community,” said Tyler
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make room to grow
Ferrari, Economic Development Specialist with the city of Dallas.
The Hundred Acre Academy expects to move into the building in January 2023.
Industries continue grow in Dallas
Dallas continues to see growth and investment in its key traded sector employers. Ascentec Engineering officially began production in 2022 at its Monmouth Cutoff Road facility, and will continue to grow, adding new jobs and investment in the community in 2023 and beyond. Company officials say the Dallas facility will have some the most cutting-edge automated machining equipment in the industry.
“The area has a great reputation attracting hard-working employees, which aligns well with the Ascentec values. Ascentec strives to provide a safe and continuously improving work environment so that each employee can enjoy personal fulfillment and achieve their professional goals,” said Ascentec CEO Ian Ruef.
Meanwhile, at the north end of Dallas, OpenRoad Transportation is planning a major expansion project which will add more than 50 new jobs to Dallas. The company plans to triple its existing square footage with a $5 million building expansion project, expected to be completed later this year.
“We have always been proud to be a home-grown, Pacific Northwest business, so the opportunity to continue our expansion in Dallas is exciting to us,” said
CEO Mark Weisensee. Both companies plan to take advantage of the city’s Enterprise Zone program, which provides property tax relief on new investments for three years.
Dallas welcomes new Economic Development Specialist
In July 2022, Ferrari, joined the Economic and Community Development Department as the city’s new Economic Development Specialist. In this new role, Ferrari serves as support staff for the Dallas Downtown Association and Explore Dallas (formerly known as the Dallas Area Visitors Center). In addition to this support, Ferrari oversees the city’s new Dallas Business Inventory and the city’s historic preservation programs.
The DBI is a free new program for businesses provided by the city of Dallas. In the wake of the pandemic, the city prioritized finding a better way to communicate with businesses to make as many businesses aware of potential opportunities to help their business. As of Jan. 1, the city has opened up this optional and free service to the entire business community.
Businesses that sign up for the DBI will be the first to know about new grant opportunities, city-wide programs and events, and educational opportunities for business owners and their employees. Businesses interested in signing up for this program can visit www.dallasor.gov/ecd and click on the “DBI” tab. If you have questions on this program, please contact tyler.ferrari@dallasor.gov.
Dallas welcomes new businesses
In early 2022, Two Wolves Taproom, owned by Tyler and Dani Genovese, opened and has since become a popular spot for the entire community. Two Wolves regularly hosts fun events for the community at their business, whether its regular trivia nights, paint parties, or Saturday Morning yoga! They have worked to expand their hours and are now open Sunday for bunch, and on Monday for dinner.
Also on Court Street, Well Within Nutrition opened last year and has been providing the community with nutritious shakes and other healthy snack alternatives.
Over on Mill Street, the Thackeray family have opened Dreamies Creamery, an independent shop featuring ice cream made with sheep’s milk. Dreamies has been a great supporter of the community, showing up to various community events and providing the community with much needed relief during the summer months. Looking forward to 2023, the city is excited to be able to welcome Red Clover Public House to the community. They have been working hard to renovate the old Brixius home on Court Street and transform it into an Irish-themed pub that serves wonderfully made, slow cooked barbecue.
Dallas continues to welcome new and innovative businesses into the community, and we look forward to helping more businesses open in the year to come!
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Meet Dallas Mayor & City Council
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Councilor Larry Briggs Councilor Kristen Collins Councilor Kim Fitzgerald Councilor Micah Jantz Councilor
Shein Councilor Debbie Virden Mayor Kenneth L. Woods, Jr.
187 SE COURT ST. DALLAS, OR 97338 | (503) 623‑2338
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The Car Shop is happy to help you with all your auto repairs and maintenance. They pride themselves on quality workmanship and getting the job done right on your first visit. Their focus is on customer satisfaction and building a relationship with all of their clients. Mark and his family are lifetime Dallas residents. He has over 30 years experience working on foreign and domestic automobiles as well as being ASE Master certified. If you are already a customer, we would like to thank you for your support. If not, please stop by and give us the opportunity to earn your business.
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The Shabby Barn
Dorothy Bradshaw and Barbara Jensen, two sisters that love to shop and find great deals on treasures, started selling items online in 2020 as Me and My Sisters’ Treasures. They did quite well and enjoyed every minute of it. In November 2022 they took it one step further and bought The Shabby Barn. Dorothy lives in Dallas and runs the store; Barbara is from The Dalles and travels to Dallas as much as possible, they both truly love what they do.
The Shabby Barn offers refurbished furniture, antiques home decor and gift items, all offered from 15 different vendors.
Tues-Sat 11-5pm | Sun 12-4pm
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CITIZENS BANK Dallas Branch 583 SE Jefferson St. • Dallas 503-623-3119 • www.citizensEbank.com Welcome to Citizens Bank, where we know that supporting local enterprise is the best way to invest in the communities we serve. Because our loan decisions are made locally by our professional staff, you can expect prompt responses and flexible programs. Please come by and see us! Citizens Bank Good Business. Good Friends. Hours are Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Honest • Trustworthy • Experienced 289 E. Ellendale Avenue #603 in Dallas Each office is independently owned and operated. 1900 SW Hines St., Salem Our team is ready to help you achieve your real estate dreams! Yolanda Zuger | 503.580.7031 Principal Broker • ABR, GRI, CRS www.yolandazuger.com Licensed in the State of Oregon. Claire Blosser | 541.220.7316 Broker • GRI, CRS claireblosser.valuedagent.com Licensed in the State of Oregon. Claire Blosser Broker • GRI, CRS Linnea Hill Broker Yolanda Zuger Principal Broker • ABR, GRI, CRS Linnea Hill | 503.577.1579 Broker Linneahill@kw.com Licensed in the State of Oregon. L
(Owner) ndependent Jeweler, located across the street from Co Courthouse The location has been a continuous ince the 1880s, longer than any other in the state owned by Robert Brixius who is following a 50+ year family tradition established by his parents, Don and Lavina Brixius. As the fifth owner of the store, Bob is carring on the family name of the business. complete selection of diamonds, jewelry and gift items, Brixius offers expert atch repair. Custom designs are available along with diamond settings, engravs and monthly specials on birthstones. Customer service and satisfaction are Fri. 9:30am-5:30pm & Sat. 9:30am-4pm. • Since 1959 837 Main St., Dallas 503-623-3117
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DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 13 503-831-1410 • 137 SW Court St. • Dallas Heartstrings Florist & Artisans is a family owned business in the heart of downtown Dallas. You will find the freshest flower arrangements for all celebrations of life and sympathy tributes for your loved ones here along with blooming plants and green house plants. The best little gift shop in town where you’ll find gifts for everyone! The staff provides friendly and professional help to make your shopping experience with them a pleasant one. www.heartstringsflorist.com • www.facebook.com/heartstringsflorist “Where it comes from the heart” Heartstrings Florist & Artisans Linda Rachel Greco, Owner www.grandmasatticquilting.com 167 SW Court St. • Dallas • 503-623-0451 Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. EA • Fabrics • Patterns • Notions • Books • Gifts • Threads
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Heirloom Woodworks
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Specializing in Craftsman style, Heirloom Woodworks offers custom designs for every part of your home. All handcrafted furnishings are designed and built one piece at a time using traditional joinery and the natural beauty of solid wood to accentuate the design with heirloom quality. From custom-made kitchens to entertainment centers and more, consider Heirloom Woodworks when you decide to enhance your home!
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At The Shaggy Dog, service and a caring staff guarantee you and your pet an enjoyable experience. The indoor facility for dogs has private 4’ x 16’ runs. Spacious outdoor exercise areas are securely fenced and pens are sheltered from rain and harsh sun. Doggy Daycare is supervised in large indoor and outdoor play areas. Cats enjoy private, spacious enclosures with 2story houses and full-size litter pans. The experienced grooming staff works to insure that your dog has a positive experience and that the grooming meets or exceeds your expectations.
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I look forward to serving HD23 during the 2023 Legislative Session. If you have questions, need help or are looking for information on what is happening in Salem, please reach out to our office.
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Jana and Megan Fogg are a mother-daughter team. Megan is a 3rd generation Realtor! Jana has 20+ years of Real Estate experience and has her SRES designation. Why work with a Seniors Real Estate Specialist? SRES® designees have unparalleled training and experience in seniors real estate. So whether you are looking for your first home or your happily ever after, Jana and Megan Fogg are here to help!
DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 19 322 Main Street, Ste 180 Dallas OR 97338 503-623-3578 Email: dfb97338@outlook.com 322 Main Street, Ste Dallas OR 97338 503-623-3578 Email: dfb97338@outlook.com 322 Main Street, Ste 180 Dallas OR 97338 503-623-3578 Email: dfb97338@outlook.com LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A PLAN Call 503.751.1484 today! Smart choices last a lifetime. Zachary Steele Your Local Agent 289 E ELLENDALE AVE STE 603, DALLAS, OR 97338 ZSTEELE@FARMERSAGENT.COM https://agents.farmers.com/zsteele ■ Automobile insurance ■ Homeowners insurance ■ Business insurance 17186073 Restrictions apply. Discounts may vary. Not available in all states. See your agent for details. Insurance is underwritten by Farmers Insurance Exchange and other affiliated insurance companies. Visit farmers.com for a complete listing of companies. Not all insurers are authorized to provide insurance in all states. Coverage is not available in all states. LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A PLAN Call 503.751.1484 today! Smart choices last a lifetime. Zachary Steele Your Local Agent 289 E ELLENDALE AVE STE 603, DALLAS, OR 97338 ZSTEELE@FARMERSAGENT.COM https://agents.farmers.com/zsteele ■ Automobile insurance ■ Homeowners insurance ■ Business insurance 17186073 Restrictions apply. Discounts may vary. Not available in all states. See your agent for details. Insurance is underwritten by Farmers Insurance Exchange and other affiliated insurance companies. Visit farmers.com for a complete listing of companies. Not all insurers are authorized to provide insurance in all states. Coverage is not available in all states. LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A PLAN Call 503.751.1484 today! Smart choices last a lifetime. Zachary Steele Your Local Agent 289 E ELLENDALE AVE STE 603, DALLAS, OR 97338 ZSTEELE@FARMERSAGENT.COM https://agents.farmers.com/zsteele ■ Automobile insurance ■ Homeowners insurance ■ Business insurance 17186073 Restrictions apply. Discounts may vary. Not available in all states. See your agent for details. Insurance is underwritten by Farmers Insurance Exchange and other affiliated insurance companies. Visit farmers.com for a complete listing of companies. Not all insurers are authorized to provide insurance in all states. Coverage is not available in all states. JANA FOGG Principal Broker, SRES, SRS, CRS, AHWD, MRP, C2EX MEGAN FOGG Realtor
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Injury or Illness Can’t Wait, Come See Us! Emurgent Care is a locally owned urgent care clinic serving the community of Dallas and the surrounding area since 2013. We treat illness, personal or work related injuries, employment, and sport physicals, drug screens, wound repair and care, minor surgical procedures, labs, x-rays, and splinting. We also are currently doing Covid Testing. We are a walk in clinic, no appointment needed. 503.623.3199 109B E. Ellendale Ave. | Dallas, OR OPEN EVERY DAY: Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm Sat: 12pm-7pm | Sun: 12pm-6pm 988 SE Jefferson Dallas, OR 97338 | 503-837-1700 | www.wvalleyfiber.com
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Monte & Terri Wiens own both Dallas Secure Storage and Godsey Secure Storage. Monte is a 3rd generation DHS graduate of the Class of 69. He is a Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce member. He and his wife, Terri, make their home in Polk County and raised their children here.
Dallas Secure Storage is managed by Ashley Klopp who is also the on-site resident manager. The facility offers heated units, 9 sizes to choose from, alarm systems as well as digital video cameras. Outdoor RV storage is available. It is fully gated with wide driveways and features metal, non-combustible buildings. They provide every new tenant with a free disc lock and each unit has it’s own door alarm.
Godsey Secure Storage is managed by Steve Shippey. The facility has many sizes to choose from and offers security with 24/7 video surveillance, individual door alarms, a security gate and free disc lock.
FREE Pick-up & Delivery. Both facilities help make your move easier by delivering their enclosed trailer for you to load. They then deliver it to your storage unit for you to unload. Call for details. They also sell boxes, locks and other moving supplies!
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Dining Room & Pub OPEN at 7am | Delivery Available Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm & Saturday + Sunday 11am-8pm Order online at washing tonststeakhouse.com i s Washing ton Street! 141 SW Washington St. Dallas, Oregon www.washingtonststeak house.com | 503-831-0688 Established 1999 Ser v ing breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Slow Smoked Prime Rib • Steaks • Pasta • Wraps • Sandwiches Homemade Soups • Salads • C ocktails • Beer • Wine • To-Go C ocktails We have installed iWaves system in our heating and air conditioning unit www.polkio.com POLK COUNTY’S RADIO BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE POLK COUNTY ITEMIZER-OBSERVER WANT TO START PLACING ADS INTO THE MIX CONTACT OUR TEAM BY CALLING 503.623.2373 DANCE YOUR WAY TO POLKIO RADIO & NEWS. TUNE IN BY VISITING WWW.POLKIO.COM POLK RADIO & NEWS
DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 23 Dallas Automotive Service 12835 Westview Drive • Dallas • 503-623-2290 Dallas Automotive Service is a family run business. It’s owned and operated by Wally, Diane,Kyle and Cassie Reimer. Wally was born and raised in Dallas, Oregon and brings with him over 45 years of automotive repair experience. Kyle has more than 15 years of experience in automotive repair. They preform repairs on domestic and foreign cars including drive-ability, brakes, maintenance and general auto care. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-5:30 pm www.dallasautomotiveservice.com Follow us on Facebook Kyle, Cassie, Diane,Wally Gifts & flowers for every occasion eleGant floral www . ele G ant - floral . com E 503-623-love 135 sw mill st. Dallas, or Home Decor
Since 1995, Dallas Community Foundation has helped people like you put their charitable dollars to work in Dallas. Gifts large and small address urgent needs, support education, assist at-risk youth, individuals and families, improve quality of life for seniors and the disabled, give scholarships, feed the food-insecure, support health and safety, and enhance community programs. Thanks to the generosity of donors and prudent investment, the Foundation has given back over $1 million to the Dallas community through grants, scholarships and civic projects. Whether you make a simple tax-deductible contribution, establish a designated fund, or include the Foundation in your estate planning, your charitable gift will make a meaningful difference in your community.
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26 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023 DALLAS Horsepower Real Estate Tory Boline, Broker Cell: 503.991.6783 4975 Enterprise Rd. | Dallas, OR ToryBoline@gmail.com ToryBoline.com C | E TABRealEstate WesternOregonHorseProperties.com Specializing in Equestrian Properties Acreage, Farms, Ranches & Residential. SINCE 2011 CONTACT M E TODAY! Polk County Association of Realtors 2021 Realtor of the year Kristie Schoonover SuperStar Consultant 503-508-4016 Kristieswaxyworld@yahoo.com Kristieswaxyworld.Scentsy.us Designed to safely melt wax without any flame, soot or smoke Scentsy Warmers come in a variety of high-quality unique designs crafted by artisans and perfumers using premium ingredients for fragrance that lasts. EVANGELICAL BIBLE CHURCH DALLAS, OREGON The heartbeat of our church is to know, grow, and go... › Knowing God our Father as Master and Lord over our life. › Growing in our relationship with Jesus Christ. › Going and serving through the Holy Spirit. Welcome to EBC! ebcdallas.org | 503.623.2331
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Tipps printing has been part of the Dallas community since it opened over 30 years ago. Terri & Randy Pope, life-long Dallas residents, have been proud owners of the copy center since 2002. We offer a variety of services. Stop by and let us show you how we can help you enhance your projects.
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Kevin J. Minahan is the proud owner of Fast Overhead Door. Born and raised in Dallas, Kevin is dedicated to providing excellent garage door services for residents and businesses in the community. He brings over a decade of experience to every install, repair or maintenance project.
Fast Overhead Door offers a full line of garage door products and accessories. They can help you find the right product for your specific needs of your home or business. From garage door sales and installation to routine maintenance and repairs, you can look to them for all of your garage door needs. They even offer 24/7 emergency service.
Fast Overhead Door is your locally owned and operated garage door specialist. Give them a call for all of your garage door needs.
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Jeff Laeng is your local Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist. He is state and nationally licensed to provide home financing services and enjoys assisting local residents. Jeff, a Polk County resident, can help you achieve financial independence through home ownership and restructuring of your current mortgage. Serving the community for over 18 years, Jeff is there for you every step of the way to help navigate your most important transaction and make sure it is a smooth process. If you want someone who cares about your long term financial needs, then look no further. Jeff has been successful in both the rough and strong economic times, and will help you achieve success regardless of market conditions. Proudly Serving Polk County for Over 18 Years! Call today for your FREE consultation 503 .949 . 6302 Connor, Cindy, Jeff
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Step back in time as you browse our historic building. It has been the local feed store since 1918. But don’t expect out-of-date products and attitudes. Bring us your problems, we’ll offer up-to-date, healthy solutions.
We’re a family business, proudly serving local families like yours. Whether you’re looking for horse feed, fertilizer, pet food, garden seed, wood pellets, unique gift ideas or anything in-between, we’re here to help you select the right product for your needs and then carry it to your car. We have something for everyone, even if your “farm” is the size of a planter box.
Depend on the familiar, local, family faces at Old Mill Feed & Garden; here to serve you from 8:30 to 6:00 weekdays and 8:30 to 5:00 Saturdays.
DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 29 Our belief is that healing is a whole body and mind experience 144 SE Clay St. Dallas | www.nanashouseapothecary.com | 503-837-1098 • Bemer Therapy • Detox Foot Baths • Herbal remedies • Dried Herbs • Essential Oils • Teaching Clinics • Soaps • Plants • Jewelry • Crystals & Stones • Massage Therapy • Lending Library • • • • • • • • • • • • Open Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm
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Come Join the Activities: Low Impact Exercise, Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Canasta, Four Handed Pinochle, Bunco, Craft & Needle Group, Mahjongg, Genealogy Group, Bingo w/dinner, Karaoke, Alzheimer's Support Group, Chili & Chat, Listening Ear, Cribbage and Table Games.
Both Experts and Novices are always welcome. Stop by and have a cup of coffee. Dallas Senior Membership is only $20.00 a year with added benefits.
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Shannon Corr
Councilor
Marilyn Morton
Councilor
Dawn Roden
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Kate Schwarzler
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Sarah Jobe
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Kathy Martin-Willis
Mayor John McArdle
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The partnership was formed to allow the agency to focus entirely on health and life insurance, with a detailed understanding of the Affordable Care Act, the American Rescue Plan of 2021 and changes to Medicare.
34 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023 INDEPENDENCE 329 South Main Street | Independence At Independence Dental , my caring staff and I strive to provide you with high quality dental services. Our friendly staff work to make your visit as comfortable as possible. If desired we have nitrous oxide gas or relaxing pills available for use during your visit. We provide most dental services right here in our office including cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, bonding and esthetic veneers. We have been serving the community in this same location since 1985.
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Haugen's Galleri Portrait Studio has been a part of the life of Polk County for over 40 years. Neil and Miriam Haugen are well known for their stunning portraits of families, children and high school seniors. They also have a passion for helping fellow business people and entrepreneurs build their businesses through personal brand photography.
Haugen's Galleri Portrait Studio has been a part of the life of Polk County for over 40 years. Neil and Miriam Haugen are well known for their stunning portraits of families, children and high school seniors. They also have a passion for helping fellow business people and entrepreneurs build their businesses through personal brand photography.
Neil and Miriam Haugen opened a photography studio on Powell Street in Monmouth in 1977. A year later, they moved onto Main Street and have been a fixture of the Monmouth downtown ever since. That is about to change. 2023 will see them moving their office to 9140 Hoffman Rd. (right next toBarbara Storey’s Rum Cakes). “It is a beautiful location for outdoor photography and having the office right there where we can just step out the door and have the pond, swings, a rustic barn and so much more available will be wonderful for us and for our clients. We call it our Portrait Park.” The Portrait Park will not be the only option for clients. “We tailor every session to fit the needs of our client. We have options for locations that include a wide variety of indoor and outdoor settings,” according to Miriam Haugen.
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Ash Creek Animal Clinic is a full service veterinary clinic and provide medical, surgical and dental care for dogs, cats and exotic pets. We are located in downtown Independence in the historic Oddfellows Hall, across from Riverview Park.
MONMOUTH 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 39 Michelle Hasbrook, DMD 120 Atwater St. N, Monmouth 503.838.2998 CentralDentalMonmouth.com Serving Polk County for 20 YEARS! • Michelle Hasbrook, DMD is now Central Dental. • Same great people & location, new name! • Accepting new patients. ACCEPTED Main St E Atwater St N State Farm
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42 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023 WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK We offer everything you need to honor and celebrate a life. Privately owned and operated Pre-Planning Your Final Funeral, Cremation or Burial Arrangement is a Most Precious Gift Only You Can Give Your Loved Ones. Affordable Burial & Cremation Services Serving All Faiths & Cemeteries Personalized Granite & Bronze Markers Pre-Planning with Payment Options Se Habla Español RESTLAWN MEMORY GARDENS & FUNERAL HOME 201 OAK GROVE RD. NW SALEM, OR 97304 503-585-1373 WWW.RESTLAWNFH.COM FARNSTROM MORTUARY 410 MONMOUTH STREET INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 503-838-1414 WWW.FARNSTROMMORTUARY.COM KEIZER FUNERAL CHAPEL 4365 RIVER ROAD N. KEIZER, OR 97303 503-393-7037 WWW.KEIZERCHAPEL.COM The sooner you contact us, the more we can help. 503.588.3600 or visit wvh.org You can call us anytime to learn more about our range of supportive services for the whole family. Experience. AT YOUR SIDE FOR 45 YEARS. • Hospice Care • Grief Care • Supportive Care • Tokarski Home Previously known as Willamette Valley Hospice
WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 43 Step Into Polk County’s Past Step into the shoes of Polk County pioneers. Learn about how logging and farming shaped Polk County, and the Native Americans who came before the pioneers. P.O. Box 67 Monmouth, OR 97361 503-623-6251 E-mail: pchsoregon@gmail.com www.polkcountyhistoricalsociety.org Visit the Polk County Museum 560 Pacific Highway, Rickreall Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-4pm Closed major holidays. 503-623-6251 Call to schedule a tour or reserve the sites for your event Visit the Historic Brunk Farmstead 5705 Highway 22, Salem Please check our website for our hours and programs : polkcountyhistoricalsociety.org
Proudly serving Rickreall, Dallas and the Polk County communities since 1947.
Rickreall Farm Supply is a full-service tractor, light construction and outdoor power equipment dealership. We stock a full lineup of Kubota tractors, utility vehicles and riding mowers; Wacker Neuson excavators, wheel loaders and light equipment. Also, we carry Woods and Land Pride implements and are also a STIHL Elite outdoor power equipment dealer. Our factorytrained service technicians can service many brands of tractors and small engines and we keep a large parts inventory on hand to minimize down time.
44 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023 WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK State Represenative Paul Evans House District 20 Paul Evans represents House District 20, which includes Monmouth, Independence, West Salem and South Salem. He is a teacher and a 20-year military veteran. If you are in need of support or resources or are interested in learning how you can help in our community, please contact our legislative office. 503.986.1420 Rep.PaulEvans@oregonlegislature.gov 900 Court Street NE H-471 Salem, OR 97301 www.oregonlegislature.gov/evans 130 MAIN STREET • RICKREALl • 503.623.2365 • WWW.RICKFARM.COM
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WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 45 • City Wide Sale! July 28 & 29, 2023 • Old Fashioned 4th of July: 74th year! Logging Show, Music & More! Largest Fireworks show in West Valley! Parade at 6:00 pm • 31st Coastal Hills Art Tour, Quilt Show & Sale Nov. 10 & 11, 2023
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WHO WHO’S 46 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023 Published by The Itemizer-Observer Printed by Eagle Web Press 147 SE Court Street | Dallas, OR 503.623.2373 www.polkio.com Stop by or give us a call to be featured in next year’s issue! Advertiser Index DALLAS Forest River Inc. 2 Westside Pacific Family Restaurant & Saloon 3 Peak Heating & Air 4 HomeSmart Realty Group 5 The City of Dallas 9 Karma Coffee 10 The Car Shop 10 Edward Jones | Bob Timmerman 11 First American Title 11 The Shabby Barn 11 Citizens Bank 12 Keller Williams | Cornerstone Team 12 Brixius Jewelers 12 Grandma’s Attic Sewing Emporium 13 Polk Soil & Water Conservation District 13 Heartstrings Florist & Artisans 13 Coho Realty | Shawn Shukle 14 Wall Insurance 14 Hope Orthopedics 14 Heirloom Woodworks 15 Bollman Funeral Home 15 Cascade Home Center 16 Home Comfort Heating & Air Conditioning 17 The Shaggy Dog 18 Dallas Downtown Association 18 State Representative Anna Scharf 18 Dallas Food Bank 19 Farmers Insurance | Zachary Steele 19 Keller Williams | The Journey Home Team 19 HomeSmart Realty Group | Donna Graham 20 Emurgent Care 20 Willamette Valley Fiber 20 Dallas & Godsey Secure Storage 21 Washington Street Steakhouse & Pub 22 Polk IO Radio & News 22 Dallas Automotive Service 23 Elegant Floral 23 Dallas Community Foundation 24 Ole Bergman Excavating Inc. 24 Technical Genius Solutions 24 Dallas Retirement Village 25 Horsepower Real Estate 26 Scentsy | Kristie Schoonover 26 Evangelical Bible Church 26 Polk Veterinary Clinic 27 Tipps Printing & Copies 27 Dallas School District Board of Directors 27 Fast Overhead Door 28 Avenue Mortgage 28 Nana’s House Apothecary & Wellness 29 Old Mill Feed & Garden 29 Authentic Automotive Repair Shop 29 Dallas Aquatic Center 30 Out West Plumbing 30 EXP Realty | Debbie Butler 31 Dr. Weston K. Morrill D.M.D General Dental 31 Dallas Senior Center 31 Best Property Co. 32 Jiffy Lube Multicare 48 INDEPENDENCE Independence Dental | Kenneth R. Winokur D.M.D 34 Mobility Access Options NW 34 K Insurance Group 34 Grossman & Weston Gravel, Inc. 35 Trammart News Service 35 MINET 35 Rookies Sports Tap/Arena Sports Bar 36 MONMOUTH Petals & Vines 38 State Farm | Mike Eckman 38 Haugen’s Galleri 39 Central Dental 39 Ash Creek Animal Clinic 39 Grain Station Brew Works 40 Ash Creek Tax/Bevans Law 40 WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK COUNTY Willamette Vital Health 42 Farnstrom Mortuary 42 State Farm | Wes Ferguson 43 Polk County Historical Society 43 Rickreall Farm Supply 44 State Representative Paul Evans 44 City of Willamina 45 SW Polk Fire District 45 Chemeketa Community College | Polk 45 IN POLK COUNTY 2023
GOVERNOR
Gov. Tina Kotek (Dem.)
Office of the Governor
900 Court St. NE, Ste. 254
Salem, OR 97301
503-378-4582
E-mail: via website, http://governor.oregon.gov/
STATE LEGISLATORS
Sen. Dick Anderson
(District 5, Republican)
State Capitol
900 Court St. NE, S-417
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1705
sen.dickanderson@oregonlegislature.gov
www.oregonlegislature.gov/anderson
Sen. Brian Boquist
(District 12, Independent) State Capitol
900 Court St. NE, S-311
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1712
sen.brianboquist@oregonlegislature.gov
www.oregonlegislature.gov/boquist
Sen. Deb Patterson
(District 10, Democrat) State Capitol
900 Court St. NE, H-281
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1710
sen.debpatterson@oregonlegislature.gov
www.oregonlegislature.gov/patterson
Rep. Paul Evans
(District 20, Democrat)
State Capitol
900 Court St. NE, H-378
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1420
rep.paulevans@state.or.us
www.oregonlegislature.gov/evans
Rep. Anna Scharf
(District 23, Republican)
State Capitol
900 Court St. NE, H-387
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-1423
Rep.AnnaScharf@oregonlegislature.gov
http://www.oregonlegislature.gov/scharf
U.S. CONGRESS
Sen. Ron Wyden (Dem.)
221 Dirksen SOB
Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: 202-224-5244
Fax: 202-228-2717
Salem office: 707 13th St. SE, Suite 285
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: 503-589-4555
Email: via website, www.wyden.senate.gov
Sen. Jeff Merkley (Dem.)
313 Hart SOB
Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: 202-224-3753
Fax: 202-228-3997
Salem office: 161 High St. SE, Ste. 250
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: 503-362-8102
Email: via website, www.merkley.senate.gov
Rep. Kurt Schrader (Dem.)
2431 Rayburn HOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: 202-225-5711
Fax: 202-225-5699
Salem office: 530 Center St. NE, Ste. 415
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: 503-588-9100
Fax: 503-588-5517
Email: via website, www.schrader.house.gov
POLK COUNTY
Board of Commissioners
850 Main St.
Dallas, OR 97338
Phone: 503-623-8173
www.co.polk.or.us
CITIES
Dallas
187 SE Court St. Dallas, OR 97338
503-623-2338
www.ci.dallas.or.us
Falls City
299 Mill St. Falls City, OR 97344
503-787-3631
www.fallscityoregon.gov
Independence
555 S. Main St.
Independence, OR 97351
503-838-1212
www.ci.independence.or.us
Monmouth
151 W. Main St. Monmouth, OR 97361
503-838-0722
www.ci.monmouth.or.us
GOVERNMENT
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