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Capturing the wind

Federal agency ID’s possible sites off Brookings and Coos Bay

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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has identified two draft Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) off the Oregon Coast and opened a 60-day public review and comment period on those WEAs.

We look forward to working with the state to help us finalize offshore areas that have strong resource potential and the fewest environmental and user conflicts.

Elizabeth Klein, BOEM Director

The development is part of the BidenHarris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030 and 15 gigawatts of floating offshore wind by 2035.

The draft WEAs cover approximately 219,568 acres offshore southern Oregon with their closest points ranging from approximately 18 – 32 miles off the coast.

The two sites are just northwest of Coos Bay and west of Brookings.

A map of the draft WEAs can be found on Oregon state activities page.

“As BOEM works to identify potential areas for offshore wind development, we continue to prioritize a robust and transparent process, including ongoing engagement with Tribal governments, agency partners, the fishing community, and other ocean users,” said BOEM Director Elizabeth Klein. “At the request of Oregon’s governor and other state officials, there will be a 60-day public comment period on the draft WEAs and BOEM will hold an intergovernmental task force meeting in addition to public meetings during the comment period. We look forward to working with the state to help us finalize offshore areas that have strong resource potential and the fewest environmental and user conflicts.” Oregon has major opportunities for offshore wind deployment, which will create good-paying jobs and new economic activity. Due to the deep waters off of Oregon’s coast, these areas are also an opportunity to accelerate U.S. leadership in floating technologies. The draft WEAs announced today would tap up to 2.6 GW of Oregon’s potential.

To identify the draft WEAs, BOEM

used a comprehensive process that involved outreach to potentially impacted stakeholders and ocean users, Tribes, and the public to identify the potential offshore locations that appear most suitable for floating offshore wind energy development and took into consideration possible impacts to local coastal and marine resources and ocean users. BOEM collaborated with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science to use an ocean planning model that seeks to identify and minimize conflicts.

The two draft WEAs reflect changes based on public, stakeholder, and interagency engagement from the Oregon Call Area that the Department of the Interior released for public comment in April 2022.

See WIND, Page 10

Port dredging project set to begin

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The Port of Brookings Harbor is about to launch a five-year dredging project to free the basins of more than 38,000 cubic yards of sediment accumulation deposited because of winter rains following the Chetco Bar fire.

New wildfires erupted last week

O’Brien wildfire forces evacuations

Highway 101 closed briefly

ELLIOT SCHWARZ

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Fire crews have mopped up a wildfire adjacent to Highway 101 between Gold Beach and Port Orford that for a time forced evacuations and shutdown the busy coast route. The O’Brien Fire broke out Aug. 12 stretching across an estimated 25 acres keeping firefighters both in the air and on land busy for the next several days.

“This is difficult terrain and makes progress slow and challenging,” the Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) said in a Facebook post.

“Resources from the Flat Fire have joined the local resources to boost the efforts.”

Multiple structures were threatened but none were lost, the post stated.

Curry County Sheriff’s

deputies knocked on doors in the area threatened by the fire Saturday and Sunday mornings, Aug. 12 and 13, warning residents of the evacuation Level 3 (Get Out Now) in the areas of Sky Ranch and Coy Creek, according to Deputy Kelsey Bolduc. By late Sunday, Aug. 13, residents were allowed back to their homes, the highway was reopened and power that had been lost by the fire was restored to the area.

The cause of the wildfire was still under investigation at press time. Gold Beach Fire,

Pistol River Fire, Ophir Fire, Cedar Valley Fire, Myrtle Point Fire, Green Acres Fire, Coquille Fire, Bandon Fire, Harbor Fire, Curry County Sheriff’s, Port Orford Police, Oregon State Police and ODOT, Sixes Fire, Langlois Fire, and Port Orford Fire crews assisted in the incident. Coos Curry Electric Cooperative crews restore service where it was disrupted by the fire.

The Red Cross had opened a shelter at the First Baptist Church in Gold Beach to help those being evacuated.

Smith River Complex

According to the U.S. Forest Service, as of late last week 13 fires within the Smith River Complex in Del Norte County, three of which have been fully contained. The remaining 10 fires are estimated to be over 1,500 acres, these fires include the Holiday, Kelly, Prescott, Diamond, and other smaller fires. See photos and updates at currypilot.com. Caltrans reports District 1 U.S. Highway 199 remained fully closed in Del Norte County from Pioneer Road to Oregon Mountain Road (PM 16 to 31) due to the fires. There is no estimated time of reopening. A hard closure is in place on U.S. 199 at the Agriculture Station near the Oregon border. For the latest road conditions please visit quickmap.dot. ca.gov

Follow wildfire developments at currypilot. com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Pilot.

This perfect storm of circumstances, with the fire denuding vast forested acreage, deposited more than ten-times the typical amount of deposit leaving the basins of the port with some areas unusable, grounding boats and docks at zero low tide.

“Without this dredging all the boats that come in off the ocean… park in a slip, utilize our launch ramp or haul-out facilities would continue to struggle with high sediment volume. We’d need to continue to close docks down, and the port would continue to struggle financially.

Everything that people love down here is impacted by this.” Travis Webster, Manager of the Port of Brookings Harbor told the Pilot. “Right now, when a boat wants to come in, we need to put them somewhere, no matter what the tide, so that the boat will stay floating. We have to juggle slips based on the size and depth of that vessel.” Webster said.

Funding

Port management has been planning and engineering this essential maintenance since 2019. The port will use a

$1,835,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) toward a total budget of $2,447,000 that will allow the port to purchase its own dredging equipment to immediately clear the two basins of about 19,000 cubic yards each, and a further 100,000 cubic yards after the initial fiveyear project is complete. Previously the port needed to use state or other rented dredging equipment.

Most of the dredging equipment used until now has been heavy duty diesel and hydraulic-oildependent machinery, with the allied contaminants.

The new machine the port is purchasing will utilize electric pumps and motors powered by an letric generator, eliminating most of the limitations of the older gear. This new design also allows the dredge to move efficiently through the harbor, controlled by a sole operator on the docks via remote control, as opposed to a crew on-board a barge.

Sediment deposit and treatment plant

The sediment, an aggregate of sand, soil, and mud, removed from the basins will be deposited into an area the port has laid out, near the ice plant, between the two basins will be fed by a pipeline from the dredge. There the aggregate will dewater, to be repurposed to other uses such as concrete component or similar applications .

See PORT, Page 10

Courtesy photo from the U.S. Forest Service

in the Smith River Del Norte County just below the Oregon border in California.

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Far left: One of the wildfire warning signed placed along Highway 101 near Gold Beach.

Oregon’s unemployment rate ties a record low

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Oregon’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.4% in July, down from 3.5% in June, according to the Oregon Employment Department. This was the sixth consecutive monthly drop in the unemployment rate, down from a recent high of 4.8% in January. The July rate equaled Oregon’s record low of 3.4%, which was reached in November and December 2019.

By the numbers

In July, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 6,800 jobs, following a gain of 5,700 jobs in June. July’s gain was nearly double the average increase of 3,700

jobs per month during the prior 12 months. Over-the-month job gains were largest in health care and social assistance (+3,400 jobs); government (+1,600); professional and business services (+1,000); and construction (+900). Declines were largest in financial activities (-600 jobs); manufacturing (-500); transportation, warehousing, and utilities (-500); and private educational services (-500).

Robust industires

Over the past 12 months, three major industries—health care and social assistance; leisure and hospitality; and government—have added nearly all of Oregon’s net new jobs, with each up by close to 10,000 jobs while

expanding by about 4% to 5%.

Health care and social assistance grew by 13,900 jobs, or 5.2%, contributing the most new jobs since July 2022. Each component of health care rapidly added jobs in the past 12 months. Nursing and residential care facilities added 2,800 jobs, or 5.7%, since July 2022. The industry remains slightly below its peak employment, reached in early 2020. Similarly, hospitals added 1,900 jobs, or 3.3%, over the year. Despite the recent growth, the industry was slightly below its March 2020 peak employment level. Meanwhile, ambulatory healthcare services added 2,400 jobs, or 2.5%, in the past 12 months and reached a record high of 98,300 jobs in July.

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Durable goods manufacturing cut 700 jobs in July. Since July 2022, several of its component industries each cut a few hundred jobs. The bright spot was transportation equipment manufacturing, which added 400 jobs over the past 12 months. Nondurable goods manufacturing added 1,300 jobs. The U.S. unemployment rate was 3.5% in July, which was very close to Oregon’s July rate.

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The Oregon Employment Department reports 2,076,132 employed and 83,146 unemployed in July.

Restraints, carriers are the best way to protect

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Drivers and passengers alike know the importance of wearing their seatbelt when riding in a vehicle. Next time you take your pet with you, make sure they are just as safe.

Dangers

Some dogs run loose in an open truck bed, not thinking about the dangers. No matter how well-trained or coordinated your dog is, they can still fall or jump

Aug. 10

• Suspicious conditions were reported on Susan Place.

• Criminal trespassing was reported on Fifth Street.

• Illegal camping was reported on Harris Heights.

• Illegal camping was reported on Old County Road.

• Illegal dumping was reported on Old County Road.

• Some on Easy Street reported receiving harassing phone calls.

• Someone on Elk Drive reported receiving harassing phone calls.

• A loud noise was heard on Ransom Road.

Aug. 11

• A fight was reported on Matot Street.

• Illegal camping was reported on North Bank Chetco River Road.

• An intoxicated person was reported at the Coast Guard Station.

• Illegal burning was reported on Alder Street.

• Someone on Maple Street was in violation of a

out of the back of a truck.

Oregon law requires a dog to be protected by a carrier or other restraint if transported on “the external part of a vehicle” on a highway.

A carrier or cage is most ideal, but if you use a leash or lead, make sure it is of a length that doesn’t allow the dog to go over the side. A two-point restraint works best to ensure the animal can’t jump or be thrown in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

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restraining order.

• A fight was reported on Alder Street.

• Disorderly conduct was reported by a Chetco Avenue restaurant.

• A loud noise was heard on Boat Basin Road.

Aug. 12

• A fight was reported on Paradise Lane.

• A fire was reported on Crown Terrace.

• A fight was reported on Marks Lane.

• An injury collision was reported on Highway 101 South.

• Disorderly conduct was reported by a Chetco Avenue restaurant.

• A non-injury collision was reported on Chetco Avenue.

• A theft was reported at a Spruce Street location.

• A burglary was reported at a Highway 101 location.

• Illegal burning was reported at Elephant Rock.

• A fight was reported on Lower Harbor Road.

Aug. 13

•A fight was reported on Gardner Ridge Road.

• A non-injury collision

If your pet travels inside the vehicle with you, remember that driving with any animal on your lap presents a distraction and puts the pet, driver, passengers, and other motorists at significant risk for a collision; a collision that would otherwise be preventable. There are numerous petspecific vehicle restraints that work with your existing seatbelts and can be purchased either online or in pet stores. Remember to keep your pet’s collar

was reported on Musser Hill Road.

• Illegal burning was reported on Winchuck River Road.

• A fire was reported on Chetco Avenue.

• Someone on Railroad Avenue South reported receiving a bad check.

• A fire was reported on Memory Lane.

• A fire was reported on Highway 101 at milepost 315.

• Theft of services was reported by someone on Old County Road.

• Suspicious conditions were reported by someone at Miller Bar.

• A fight was reported on Easy Manor Drive.

• A fire was reported at the Chetco Bridge.

• Illegal burning was reported on Boat Basin Road.

• A loud noise was heard on Ransom Avenue.

Aug. 14

• A loud noise was heard on Fern Avenue.

• Someone on Gowman Lane reported being harassed.

with ID tags on during the trip and keep their license updated. An updated license (required for dogs, recommended for cats) and current contact information can help reunite you sooner if there is a collision or your pet gets separated from you another way.

Emergency supplies

In addition to ensuring your pets are properly secured for the journey, remember to pack emergency supplies. Packing essentials such as

• A tree was done on Carpenterville Road at milepost 362.

• A fight was reported on Stateline Road.

• Illegal burning was reported on Dotson Lane.

• A fire was reported on National Forest Road.

• An assault was reported on Court Street.

• Someone on Chetco Avenue reported being menaced.

• A loud noise was heard on Harris Heights.

extra food and water can make a big difference if you are stuck in traffic or inclement weather.

Our pets love to be on the go with us. Show them how much you care by always

pets

considering their safety when you take them on the road.

For more information and tips visit www. lincolncountysheriff.net

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State’s community colleges drive economic impact

OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE ASSOCIATION

Pilot Guest Column

The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) has released new data that the association said underscores the profound influence that Oregon’s community colleges wield over the state’s economy.

The comprehensive analysis, conducted by independent labor market analytics firm Lightcast and commissioned by OCCA and the state’s 17 community colleges, highlights the substantial contributions of Oregon’s community colleges, which collectively generate an impressive $9.6 billion annual economic impact while supporting 1 out of every 22 jobs in the state.

The focus of the report, spanning Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, demonstrates that this impact corresponded to 3.3% of Oregon’s gross state product, reinforcing the colleges’ pivotal role in driving the economic engine of the region. This influence radiates across the state, sustaining an impressive 117,970 jobs.

Notably, the financial support extended to Oregon’s community colleges in FY 2021-22 totaled $834.3 million, a strategic investment by taxpayers. This investment is poised to yield substantial returns, including heightened tax revenue stemming from students’ augmented lifetime earnings and increased business output, a cumulative effect amounting to an estimated $1 billion. Moreover, the substantial decrease in the public’s reliance on government-funded services within Oregon is anticipated to confer an additional $89 million in benefits to taxpayers.

The comprehensive report was crafted by Lightcast, drawing from a myriad of sources including academic and financial reports from state community colleges, as well as pertinent industry and employment data meticulously collated from authoritative bodies such as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Census Bureau.

“A core mission of Oregon community colleges is to empower individuals with the skills imperative for constructing the foundation of our state’s economy,” said Karen Smith, Interim Executive Director of OCCA. “The robust dataset presented in this report unequivocally attests to the colleges’ relentless pursuit of excellence in fulfilling this mission and demonstrates the impact community colleges have on their local communities. The findings of this analysis undeniably demonstrate that Oregon’s community colleges are a compelling investment for the triad of major stakeholders — students, taxpayers, and society at large.”

Students are poised to reap a 21% return on their

educational investment in an Oregon community college. Simultaneously, taxpayers’ funding allocations not only exhibit a positive balance when juxtaposed with budgetary spending, but they also reverberate in the form of diverse societal benefits that resonate throughout Oregon. Other key points from the report include:

Reduced demand for government-funded services in Oregon because of public sector savings from community colleges’ impact increases the annual benefit to taxpayers to $89 million.

For every dollar of public money invested in Oregon’s community colleges, taxpayers will receive $1.30 in return, over the course of students’ working lives. The average annual rate of return for taxpayers is 1.9%.

An Oregon community college graduate earns $9,100 more annually than someone with just a high school diploma.

Oregon community college students earn an average return on their educational investment of 21%, and students gain a return of $5.20 in higher future earnings for every dollar they invest in their community college education.

Oregon community colleges’ operations spending added $769.8 million to the state’s economy, supporting 9,894 jobs. That’s comparable to the ability to purchase 16,352 new cars. Their construction spending provided $28.4 million in added income for Oregon, while student spending added $177.5 million. That’s enough to buy 14,341 families a years’ worth of groceries.

Over the years, students have studied at Oregon’s community colleges and entered or re-entered the workforce with newlyacquired knowledge and skills. Today, hundreds of thousands of these former students are employed in Oregon. The net impact of the colleges’ former students currently employed in the state workforce amounted to $8.6 billion in added income in FY 2021-22. That’s an economic boost similar to hosting the Super Bowl 24 times.

For an in-depth look at the economic impact of Oregon’s community colleges, visit www.occa17. com/economic-impact/.

About the OCCA

The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) represents the 17 publicly chartered community colleges and their locally elected board members in Oregon.

Founded in 1962, OCCA’s purpose is to support the colleges before policymakers and partners whose actions affect the well-being of community colleges across the state.

The Oregon Community College Association is located in Salem and may be reached at 503-502-5642.

VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY

Subconscious killer

As a retired police officer I have been aware of many shootings where the gun was thought to be unloaded.

It’s always good to see safety rules, but the “always treat guns as loaded” rule as stated in the Pilot says to treat it as loaded “…until proven otherwise.”

WRONG! IT SHOULD ALWAYS BE TREATED AS LOADED, PERIOD, because of the subconscious factor.

To think that you are smart enough to know when it’s unloaded is dangerous because your subconscious is the devil that will kill you. The exception is for a gunsmith working on a gun or examining a bore when it’s not accessible from the rear, then be extra careful.

The purpose of always treating it as if it is loaded is for training your subconscious. If your subconscious always treats the gun as loaded, then when it does go off the worst case scenario is a bullet through your roof. All guns at the range should always be pointed down range, even if unloaded. You do not have to turn the gun around to clear

the chamber or bore with a rod. On that point, a classmate of mine lost an eye while digging a .22 rim fire from his rifle chamber with a pocket knife, which detonated the round. He should have used a rod. Even the rear of the gun can be dangerous.

Another subconscious killer is people who pull the trigger subconsciously. I had a co-worker who ruined his football career when he subconsciously pulled the trigger on a holstered gun and blew out his knee. Even if dry firing, the trigger should only be pulled with conscious awareness.

Guns get a bad rap because of the stupidity factor, which bolsters the argument that guns are bad. Not understanding the subconscious factor can kill you. Be smart, follow the rules ... treat guns as loaded at all times. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. Help create better habits and a better image for gun ownership.

If you own a gun, get training. If you’ve had training, get more.

Dan Sherman Brookings

Avoid stating mistruths of your actions

HENRY CUNNINGHAM

Pilot Guest Column

Brookings City Councilor Ed Schreiber, in a statement to NBC News, Medford, claimed that my official statement in his recall campaign contains “multiple mistruths.”

Really? Please name one, Councilor Schreiber.

You stated that, “I voted against a ‘no-cause’ dismal (of City Manager Janell Howard), which saved taxpayers a $242,000 immediate payout to Mrs. Howard.” You go on to say that “the current contract is not “permanent”… it is up for renewal (or not) by the city council next year.”

Are you aware, Councilor Schreiber, that the city manager serves as an “at will” —non-civil-service — employee? She serves the taxpayers of Brookings at the pleasure of the appointing authority — in

this case, the mayor and city council. I know this to be true because, as a retired executive managementlevel employee in city government, I served for 25-plus years in such “at will” positions.

Ms. Howard knew exactly what she had signed on for when she accepted the job. To say that you and the city council “saved” taxpayers $242,000 in “immediate payout” to Mrs. Howard is ridiculous. How would you be saving the taxpayers such a large sum by reinstating an admitted petty criminal to the highest appointed position our municipal government?

Ms. Howard makes over $150,000 annually in salary alone — her total compensation package including benefits and undisclosed “perks” is surely well above that figure. You know – and

I know – that she should have been immediately terminated – with or without cause – following her arrest, “no contest” plea, and suspension from her job. Is this a “mistruth”?

I don’t think so.

A $242,000 one-time settlement is certainly no small amount, but how much will it cost to keep her in her current job? Far more than that, I expect.

Also, how did you arrive at that figure? Yet again, you haven’t adequately shared nor disclosed the reasoning and analysis behind your decisions. Are the costs of hiring two separate interim city managers, at an undisclosed dollar amount, included? And what about legal fees?

The taxpayers want full transparency which you’re not providing. A comprehensive accounting of the cost to taxpayers of your inappropriate

and unnecessary actions, that ignored public input questioning their legitimacy, is clearly indicated at this time.

Finally, regarding the permanence of her reinstatement, are we taxpayers and voters — your constituents — seriously to believe that you and your colleagues won’t renew her future contracts again and again after all of this unpleasantness has blown over? I don’t think so.

Perhaps if you knew more about the professional and ethical standards expected of executivelevel public servants, you would avoid stating such “mistruths” yourself.

Henry Cunningham is a Brookings resident and the Chief Petitioner in the Recall against City Councilor Ed Schreiber.

DEQ urged to reconsider unachievable permits

LORI STEELE Pilot Guest Column

Oregon’s coast boasts the heart of our commercial fishing industry, renowned for its delectable, sustainable seafood that attracts nearly 30 million visitors annually. The bustling waterfronts not only offer picturesque scenery but also serve as vital economic hubs, providing generational fishing families with a market to deliver their catch and distribute Oregon’s seafood nationwide and across the globe.

As proud stewards of the marine ecosystem, Oregon’s seafood industry has worked diligently for more than a century to foster a sustainable environment, supporting thriving communities and vibrant coastal economies. However, our seafood industry now faces a critical challenge. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has introduced new wastewater discharge permits that threaten the future of our industry. These permits are overlycomplicated, technically-

infeasible, and they fail to consider the seafood processing industry’s unique traits and changing seasons. Even worse, they

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discourage recycling, hindering full utilization of our fisheries resources. This

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Gold Beach Mayor receives state association honor

STAFF REPORT

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Three mayors, including a south coast mayor, have been recognized with the Oregon Mayors Association’s (OMA) Mayors Leadership Award. Mayors representing small, medium, and large cities received the honors.

The Mayors Leadership Award recognizes the invaluable contributions made by Oregon mayors in their communities. Mayors who receive these awards generally: show considerable involvement in community affairs and intergovernmental relations; demonstrate exceptional skill in helping to facilitate productive relationships between their city council and city employees; and help other Oregon mayors reach their full potential as community

leaders.

Mayors Leadership Award – 2023 Recipients

In the Small City category, the award was presented to Detroit Mayor Jim Trett, who received this award because of his dedication, determination, and tireless effort to bring his city back from the devastation of the 2020 Labor Day fires, according to a release from the OMA.

“With more than 80% of the city and its homes destroyed, Mayor Trett dove in, working tirelessly with emergency responders, the state and county governments, FEMA, ODOT, the U.S. Forest Service, the DEQ, and numerous other agencies to get services back online for frustrated residents and all the while supporting Detroit’s neighboring communities,” the release states. “He

drove countless hours between two fairgrounds designated for rescue and recovery operations while continuing to work with his city council, city staff, and the many volunteers to keep people up to date on the progress of the rebuilding and associated rules, regulations, and funding.”

Mayor Trett has been

instrumental in bringing Detroit’s new sewer system online and working with volunteers to build a new city hall/civic center. He continues to bring people together to rebuild a better and stronger Detroit, according to the release.

For the Medium City category, the award was presented to Gold Beach Mayor Tamie Kaufman. The seven people who nominated Mayor Kaufman for this award applauded her leadership style and ability to bring people together to make changes to improve her city.

The nomination letters spoke about Kaufman’s willingness to step up when others don’t.

“She has navigated Gold Beach through complicated issues related to zoning, housing, short term rentals, parks, and more,” the OMA release states. “The letters

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also described how grateful community members are for Kaufman’s leadership and that she embodies everything a mayor should be.”

In the Large City category, the award was presented to Hermiston Mayor Dave Drotzmann. After serving two terms on the Hermiston School Board of Education, Drotzmann was first elected mayor in 2010.

“He has been a champion and advocate for his growing city, leading cooperative efforts with community groups and residents and tirelessly promoting the city’s programs and initiatives,” the OMA release reads. “His service as mayor has been marked by collaboration and mentorship as he has worked with elected officials and city staff towards the city’s goals.”

Drotzmann is also

bringing Hermiston’s voice to statewide issues through his involvement with the League of Oregon Cities, where he currently serves as vice president and will lead the LOC Board as president in 2024. He has also been an active participant in the OMA Taskforce on Homelessness, working for viable solutions for all Oregon communities. The awards ceremony was conducted during the closing banquet of the OMA Summer Conference. Aug. 10-12 in Hood River.

Founded in 1972, the Oregon Mayors Association (OMA) is a voluntary association of persons who hold the office of mayor. OMA is recognized as an affiliate organization in cooperation with the League of Oregon Cities. Over two-thirds of Oregon’s mayors are active members of the OMA.

Help protect Oregon’s wildlife by turning in poachers

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The state has launched a collaborative antipoaching effort, Protect Oregon’s Wildlife - Turn In Poachers, a new campaign designed to help protect fish and wildlife for future generations through education and awareness.

Now residents across the state can learn more about

poaching and how to report the illegal killing of fish and wildlife, according to the campaign organizers Protect Oregon’s Wildlife, a collaborative effort between the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife (OSP F&W), and the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ). The program aims to combat poaching in Oregon

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Losing our natural fish and wildlife resources mean losing wonders of the state for generations to come.

Protect Oregon’s Wildlife

through increased reporting, enhanced enforcement, and prosecution of wildlife crimes.

“Poaching poses a direct threat to Oregon’s precious fish and wildlife populations,” the organizers state in a release. “Protect Oregon’s Wildlife seeks to protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for present and future generations.”

Protect Oregon’s Wildlife also receives contributions from Oregon Hunters Association, Oregon Wildlife Coalition, Oregon Outfitters & Guides Association and the Oregon

State Marine Board in development of educational resources and funding cash rewards.

The new website, ProtectOregonsWildlife. com, features tips on how to recognize poaching, the impact of poaching to wildlife populations and how to report using the state’s Turn In Poachers (TIP) Line.

In 2019, key antipoaching legislation passed after Oregon Hunters Association and Defenders of Wildlife lobbied to increase recognition, reporting and prosecution of these crimes. Supported by the Oregon Sportsman’s Legislative Caucus, they shared passionate testimonies and gained bipartisan support. Legislators funded

a collaborative antipoaching effort with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division (OSP F&W) and the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ). The three organizations work together to reduce poaching by using a three-prong approach of:

1. Increasing Awareness: ODFW aims to raise awareness through education campaigns, empowering citizens with the knowledge and tools to identify and report poaching incidents. By encouraging everyone to do their part and report the illegal killing of fish and wildlife, we can create a safer environment for

See PROGRAM, Page 6

Courtesy photo Gold Beach Mayor Tamie Kaufman displays her award.

Permits

Continued from Page 4 goes against our industry’s values and DEQ’s own goals of promoting recycling.

Despite years of seeking constructive dialogue with DEQ, we’ve encountered bureaucratic rhetoric and inconsistent responses without practical solutions. Our industry welcomes and encourages responsible regulation. We stand ready to continue to protect the environment and public health while producing sustainable seafood and supporting thousands of jobs in coastal communities. All we ask is that DEQ work with us and our technical experts to create scientifically-sound permits appropriate for our

Program

Continued from Page 5 our natural treasures.

The Oregon Hunters Association, Oregon State Marine Board, Oregon Wildlife Coalition, and Oregon Outfitter and Guide Association offer cash incentives and ODFW offers hunter preference points for tips that lead to an arrest or citation. People who report poaching can remain anonymous.

2. Increasing Enforcement: OSP Fish and Wildlife enforces the rules and regulations that govern the preservation of Oregon’s fish and wildlife resources. The antipoaching legislation created

operations. In the absence of cooperation and collaboration from DEQ, our industry has taken initiative to invest in research and test new water treatment systems over the past several years. While we’ve worked on solutions, DEQ has added new requirements to the permits for minerals that occur naturally in the environment or are ubiquitous in surface waters from other industries. It makes more sense to control these pollutants at the source of their release, using effective technology, rather than burden downstream industries like seafood processors that don’t add or use these pollutants.

funding for four additional troopers and one sergeant in the OSP Fish and Wildlife division. Their enforcement will help ensure compliance with laws and regulations that protect and enhance the long-term health and equitable use of Oregon’s fish and wildlife resources.

3. Increasing Prosecution: The DOJ hired the first Wildlife Anti-poaching Resources Special Prosecutor in the country. Senior Assistant Attorney General, Jay Hall, will guide and assist county prosecutors as they develop the special skills necessary to prosecute fish and wildlife crimes within and across jurisdictions.

However, this is not an issue of finances. We’ve worked closely with leading scientists and engineers in seafood wastewater treatment, and they, too, find the new permit levels currently unattainable no matter the amount of money. Sadly, without a path forward, there is no way for us to continue to operate many facilities in Oregon. The seafood processing industry’s message to DEQ is simple – let’s come together at the table to achieve our collective goals. The seafood processing industry can provide reasonable and scientifically-sound solutions. Together, we can protect coastal ecosystems and public health while

He will also work with law enforcement agencies, providing guidance on evidence collection, case processes, and penalty options.

“Protect Oregon’s Wildlife educates residents on how to recognize poaching and empowers people to report the crime to wildlife officials,” the release states. “Losing our natural fish and wildlife resources mean losing wonders of the state for generations to come.”

ensuring the long-term prosperity of our industry and the livelihoods it sustains. The time has come for DEQ to demonstrate unwavering commitment to both the environment and the economic wellbeing of Oregon’s coastal communities. The time has come to speak out in support of Oregon’s sustainable seafood industry. Please help us make our collective voice heard and protect our industry. Share your thoughts on the new permits by submitting a public comment; we’ve made it easy for you to do so at www.SaveOregonSeafood. org. The West Coast Seafood Processors Association (WCSPA) represents eight

Along with the new website, Oregonians will see campaign content across the state, including informational blogs, videos and partnerships that will help members of the public - at all levels of awareness - to identify and report poaching. As the initiative continues, Protect Oregon’s Wildlife will interact with the public at events like fairs and sportsmen shows.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Protect Oregon’s Wildlife

major shore-based seafood processing companies located throughout Washington, Oregon, and California, as well as a number of smaller processors and support businesses on the West Coast. WCSPA member companies process the vast majority of shoreside Pacific hake (whiting) and non-whiting groundfish (rockfish, sole, sablefish) landed on the U.S. West Coast, in addition to high volumes of Dungeness crab, Pacific pink shrimp, salmon, albacore tuna, and other important commercial species. WCSPA processors range from “mom and pop” operations to some of the largest seafood companies in the United States, employing thousands of

campaign as a united front against poaching. Poaching threatens Oregon’s fish and wildlife populations and undermines the collective ownership and enjoyment of our natural resources,” campaign coordinator Yvonne Shaw said. “Members of the public have an opportunity to report crimes against fish and wildlife by educating themselves on how to recognize and report poaching. In this way, we hold poachers

workers in harvesting, processing, transporting, and distributing seafood across the country and throughout the world. WCSPA represents essential workers and food producers that contribute greatly to our Nation’s food security. Four of eight WCSPA member companies have processing operations located in the state of Washington, providing thousands of year-round seafood production jobs in rural communities throughout the state.

Lori Steele is the Executive Director of the West Coast Seafood Processors Association. She may be reached at 503-227-5076 or at lori. wcseafood@gmail.com

accountable.”

Campaign supporters said the collaborative efforts of ODFW, OSP F&W and the DOJ, along with numerous agency, business and non-profit partners, will reduce poaching across the state. Each organization brings unique strengths to this partnership, combining their missions to protect and enhance Oregon’s diverse fish and wildlife for present and future generations.

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City of Crescent City

Notice of Public Hearing

Proposed Ordinance No. 837

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on Tuesday, September 5, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Board Chambers at 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA, the City Council of the City of Crescent City will hold a public hearing and consider the adoption of Ordinance No. 837, Amending the Crescent City Municipal Code by adding Chapter 17.35, Accessory Dwelling Units, to Title 17, Zoning. This ordinance regulates the creation and use of accessory dwelling units within the City of Crescent City. The ordinance provides that accessory dwelling units are a principal permitted use in any non-coastal zoning district that principally or conditionally permits residential uses. A copy of the full ordinance is available for review at City Hall, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA, Monday - Thursday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Please call Robin Altman, City Clerk for more information at (707) 4647483 ext. 223. This notice shall be published at least 10 days prior to the public hearing / proposed date of adoption.

/s/ Robin Altman, City Clerk

Published: August 23, 2023. Triplicate T368789

CITY OF CRESCENT CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, a public hearing as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”) will be held with respect to a proposed plan of financing providing for the issuance by the California Municipal Finance Authority (the “Authority”) of exempt facility bonds for a qualified residential rental project pursuant to Section 142(a)(7) of the Code in one or more series issued from time to time, including bonds issued to refund such exempt facility bonds in one or more series from time to time, in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000 (the “Bonds”). The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to:

(1) finance or refinance the acquisition, rehabilitation, improvement and equipping of Valhalla Townhomes, a multifamily rental housing project located at 911 Pacific Avenue, Crescent City, California; and (2) pay certain expenses incurred in connection with the issuance of the Bonds. The facilities are to be owned by GS Valhalla, LP (the “Borrower”) or a partnership of which GreenShoots Communities LLC (the “Developer”) or a related person to the Developer is the general partner. The Bonds and the obligation to pay principal of and interest thereon and any redemption premium with respect thereto do not constitute indebtedness or an obligation of the Authority, the State of California or any political subdivision thereof, within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory debt limitation, or a charge against the general credit or taxing powers of any of them. The Bonds shall be a limited obligation of the Authority, payable solely from certain revenues duly pledged therefor and generally representing amounts paid by the Borrower.

The hearing will commence at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, and will be held in the Flynn Center Board Chambers, 981 H Street, Crescent City, California.

Interested persons wishing to express their views on the issuance of the Bonds or on the nature and location of the facilities proposed to be financed or refinanced may attend the public hearing or, prior to the time of the hearing, submit written comments.

Additional information concerning the above matter may be obtained from City Clerk Robin Altman at (707) 464-7483 ext. 223. Written comments should be addressed to City of Crescent City, 377 J Street, Crescent City, California 95531.

/s/ Robin Altman, City Clerk

Published: August 23, 2023

Triplicate T368929

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that, based on a “preliminary analysis”, the acting lead agency intends to adopt a mitigated negative declaration for the project(s) listed on this notice.

A copy of the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review at the Community Development Department, Planning Division, 981 H Street, Suite 110, Crescent City, CA, 95531. The public review period for proposed negative declarations is 30 days from the date of this notice. This proposed mitigated negative declaration is intended for adoption by the Del Norte County Planning Commission as “lead agency”. The Commission will consider the project(s) listed at the following hearing:

DATE OF HEARING: October 4, 2023

TIME OF HEARING: 6:00 p.m. PLACE OF HEARING: 981 H Street, Suite 100, and VIA Zoom (media.delnorte.ca.us)

ITEM(S) TO BE CONSIDERED:

*** Grading Permit GP2020-30 at 700 N. Pebble Beach Drive, Crescent City, CA. The project site is zoned R-1 (single family residence) with a minimum lot size of 6,000 square feet and a General Plan Land Use designation of Urban Residential. The lot is currently not developed. The applicant conducted extensive vegetation removal at this location without first obtaining a permit. This permit serves to remediate violations and revegetate the parcel with native plantings. APN 120-031-012 GP2020-30 located at 700 N. Pebble Beach Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531.

*** Grading Permit GP2021-16 at 800 N. Pebble Beach Drive, Crescent City, CA. The project site is zone PF (Public Facility) with a General Plan Land Use designation of Urban Residential. The property is owned by the County of Del Norte. A sewer lift station is located there. A neighboring property owner removed large amounts of vegetation on County property without first obtaining a permit. This permit serves to remediate violations and revegetate the parcel with native plantings. APN 120-031001 GP2021-16 located at 800 N. Pebble Beach Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531.

DATE: 8/14/2023 Del Norte County Planning Division Community Development Dept.

Published: August 23, 2023. Triplicate T369069

A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR

SAVINGS BANK

SPECIFIED IN SECTION

5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; At the Steps of the Southwest Entrance of the Flynn Administration Building, 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1333 OREGON STREET, CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is:

$149,258.72 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO

PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW. AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 109395CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web

site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE

TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code.

If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call

(855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 109395-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.

Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION:

(800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California

92108

Published on August 23, 30 and September 6, 2023. Triplicate T368920 LIEN SALE WINCHUCK STORAGE

A lien sale will be held on August 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with a preview at 10:45 AM at Winchuck Storage, 99198 Winchuck River Rd., Brookings, OR 97415, on the following units: UNIT No. 32 Various items, garden/lawn tools & equipment, tools and personal effects.

Belonging to:

Don Cooper PO Box 2632 Brookings, OR 97415 and Charlotte Reese 99222 Winchuck River Rd., Apt.7 Brookings, OR 97415

UNIT No. 23 (10X20 unit) Various items, totes, tools and personal effects.

Belonging to:

Jason Britt

2170 Holben Rd. Crescent City, CA 95531

Published: August 16 and 23, 2023 (online August 10-23). Pilot & ONPA

P368656

Puzzle Answers

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

6th CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE

Date: Tuesday, September

5, 2023. Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Board Chambers Flynn Center, 981 H Street, Crescent City, CA

The City is proposing to adopt the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The Housing Element is one of seven General Plan Elements. State Law requires the Housing Element be updated every eight years. The 6th Cycle Housing Element’s planning period began in 2022 and ends in 2030. The Element outlines goals, policies, and programs to guide and promote residential development throughout the City. The City has determined the 5th Cycle Housing Element is not significantly different from the 6th Cycle Housing Element and an a addendum to the 2016 Initial Study Negative Declaration has been prepared pursuant to CEQA.

Published: August 23, 2023.

Triplicate T369044

Notice of Public Meeting

The Winchuck Rural Fire Protection District will hold its next Board of Director’s meeting on Wed., Sept. 13, 2023, at 6:00 P.M., at the Winchuck Fire Hall, 363 Winchuck River Road.

Agenda:

1. Call to Order and Roll Call

2. Reading of the Minutes

3. Chiefs Report

4. Treasurer’s Report

5. Old Business

6. New Business

7. Adjourn Meeting

Respectfully Submitted Jan Loren, Secretary

Published: August 23, 2023.

Pilot & ONPA P369075

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Randy’s Pro Shop 760 L Street Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: an individual

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 7/18/2023

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Randy Scruggs This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 7/26/2023 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder

B. McCune-Sokoloski, Deputy File No. 20230071

Published: August 16, 23, 30, and September 6, 2023. Triplicate T368465

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

William Torres Case Number: CVPB-2023-7038

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of William Torres

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Danny Torres, in the Superior Court of California, County of: Del Norte.

The petition for probate requests that: Danny Torres be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as

follows:

Date: September 1, 2023

Time: 10:00am Dept.: 2

Address of the Court: 450 H Street, Crescent City, CA 95531

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Gino de Solenni 384 G Street Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-6181

Published: August 16, 23, and 30, 2023. Triplicate T368751

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Joe’s Cabin 2575 Morehead Road Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: a married couple

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 7/21/2023 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Michael O’Connell

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 7/21/2023 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20230069

Published: August 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2023. Triplicate T367834

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: Duck Dogs 145 Humboldt Road Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: a married couple

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: n/a I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Signed:/s/ Wyly Steeves

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 7/31/2023 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20230073 August 23, 30, September 6, and 13, 2023. Triplicate T368609

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

DEAN T. RIDING has been appointed Personal Representative of the ESTATE OF DOROTHY M. RIDING Deceased, by the Circuit Court, State of Oregon, Curry County, under Case Number 23PB06731. All persons having a claim against the estate must present the claim within four months of the first publication date: August 23, of this notice to Driscoll Law, LLC, at 563 SW 13th St, Suite 103, Bend, Oregon 97702, ATTN: Corey P. Driscoll, or they may be barred. Additional information may be obtained from the court records, the Personal Representative or the following-named attorney for the Personal Representative. COREY P. DRISCOLL OSB #154933 DRISCOLL LAW, LLC 563 SW 13TH ST, STE 103 BEND, OR 97702 541-706-1529

Published: August 23, 30, and September 6, 2023. Pilot & ONPA P369038

The Port of Brookings Harbor is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) from qualified contractors to install curb and pavement. To be considered, interested parties must submit their Proposals in accordance with the requirements set forth in the RFP. Copy of RFP is available at the Port Office 16330 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings, OR or go online to www.portofbrookingsharbor.com. Proposals must be submitted by 2pm on September 11, 2023. Published: August 23,

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Kidtown reconstruction project gets underway

The timbers forming one of Azalea Park’s most popular features, Kidtown, began to come down Aug. 14. The play structure is to be replaced over the course of the next two months with a new wooden structure and improved with a soft and safe ADA accessible floor and an added covered picnic area.

Nature’s Coastal Holiday presented the city with a $30,000 contribution as part of the budget for the project. The volunteer community group, since 1997, has provided Brookings with the Festival of Lights each holiday season.

What began as a 22,000light display in Azalea Park that has grown to a dazzling sculpture garden of more than 3,000,000 lights animating the park and drawing 20,000 visitors each year from dozens of states and more than eight foreign countries. The organization supports the community in numerous

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The port also is planning a waste treatment facility that will allow the expansion of the existing seafood processing plant that would allow it to handle more varieties of product such as crab or ground fish, rather than the current shrimp. The treatment plant will be modular, allowing for expansion to other uses such as breweries or other seafoods processing. These plans are currently

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Public input from this new comment period will be considered before formally designating final WEAs off the coast of Oregon.

Public Meetings and Comments

During the 60-day public comment period starting Aug. 15, BOEM will hold public meetings to outline data and information used to inform the draft WEAs and to discuss next steps. The meetings will be open to the public, with one specifically designed for engaging the fishing community. BOEM will also convene an Oregon Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting to discuss the draft WEAs and next steps in offshore wind

ways.

“Because of our volunteers, sponsors and visitor support, Nature’s Coastal Holiday pledged $30,000 to the City of Brookings for the Kid Town Replacement Project,”

Nature’s Coastal Holiday Board Member Leslie Wilkinson said. “We are excited to now have this opportunity to give back to the community. From all of us at Nature’s Coastal Holiday, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus we gratefully present this check to the City of Brookings to help in the funding of the new Kid Town.”

“A great community effort was put into building the first Kidtown, and the new one will continue this tradition with improvements and greater accessibility,” Brookings Mayor Ron Hedenskog said. “The Parks and Recreation Commission is spot on with the replacement.”

The pickets that surround the play structure commemorating the individuals who contributed, volunteered, and donated

time to construct Kidtown in 1995 have been preserved and will be incorporated in the new structure.

Playgrounds by Leathers has been contracted to supply and build the project. Grant funding from Oregon Parks Recreation Department was obtained with the City supplying a portion of funds. Kidtown will be closed during reconstruction with an anticipated completion date in October.

The total cost for the Azalea Park Kid Town Playground replacement and improvement project is estimated at $976,760. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is administering the ) application to (OPRD).

The Brookings City Council accepted the OPRD Grant in the amount of $586,056 (60% of the total project), requiring a 40% match. The City was successful in obtaining the OPRD grant in the amount of $586,056, and has a required match of $390,704 to be funded from Capital Projects Reserve Fund.

being developed through a senate appropriation of EPA funds that provide the port about $3,500,000, to construct the waste water

energy planning in Oregon. Additional information on the webinars will be available on the BOEM Oregon state activities page.

Reaction

Oregon U.S. Senator Ron Wyden released the following statement concerning the BOEM announcement.

“Clean, renewable energy is critical to stem the worst effects of climate change, like the chronic heat waves and increasing red flag wildfire warnings this week and throughout the year. But it is also critical that development of clean energy projects is done responsibly with every possible opportunity for input from communities.

“I have repeatedly urged the Bureau of Ocean

treatment plant. Follow developments at currypiolt.com and in the Wednesday print editions of The Pilot.

Energy Management to do a better job of including all Oregonians’ voices while considering the potential for siting wind energy options off the Oregon Coast. Thankfully, this federal agency has listened to my call — along with Senator Merkley and Reps. Bonamici and Hoyle — both to extend the public comment period and hold open public meetings on the draft proposal. This will add multiple opportunities for all Oregonians to make their voices heard in the process and I will continue to watchdog this to ensure that BOEM follows through on its commitment to listen with an open mind and open process.”

Follow developments at currypilot.com and in the Wednesday print edition of The Pilot.

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Nature’s Coastal Holiday presents check to city officials from left to right, City Councilor Ed Schreiber, Mrs. Claus, City Manager Janell Howard, Nature’s Coastal Holiday Board Member Terry Dunn, Santa Claus, Nature’s Coastal Holiday Board Members Erick Sill, Scott Krzyzanowski, and Jamie Armstrong, Parks Commissioner Leslie Wilkinson, Nature’s Coastal Holiday Board Members Jill Weissgerber and Damien Garrels.

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The proposed sediment stockpile area.