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Spirit of BMD Celebration set for July

JEREMY C. RUARK

Cottage Grove Sentinel

While one of the most popular events in Cottage Grove won’t take place this summer, another new community celebration is in the works.

On May 20, the Bohemia Mining Days, Inc. (BMD) board of directors posted a Facebook announcement that it would cancel this year’s festival. The decision shocked many BMD lovers. The ground swell of community–wide pride and passion for the much anticipated

A hastily organized 16-member production team merges BMD organizers from the 201819 and 2022-23 leadership teams to step back into their former roles with only six weeks and no

90 animals taken from Dorena home

Donations sought to offset medical, housing expenses

JEREMY C. RUARK

Cottage Gove Sentinel

Greenhill Humane Society has worked with Lane County Animal Services and Lane County Sheriff’s Office to rescue more than 90 Animals from a severe neglect situation.

The agency have provided the animals with the care and support they need, according to the Eugene-based animal welfare organization.

The rescue operation took place on Monday, June 3, near Dorena.

Over 90 animals were removed, including dogs, horses, cattle, parrots, and various poultry, living in deplorable conditions without adequate food, water, or medical care.

Four dogs and one cat

were transported directly from the Dorena property to Greenhill to receive immediate care.

“The situation these animals were found in was heartbreaking,” Greenhill Humane Society Executive Director Cary Lieberman said. “The whole team worked to ensure each animal was safely removed and transported to safety, where they are now receiving the medical attention, nourishment, and compassion they need to recover.”

The cat and dogs are currently being evaluated by Greenhill’s veterinary team with the ultimate goal of finding them forever homes.

The art of poetry

State Poet Laureate Kim Stafford entertains, inspires lyric lovers

CINDY WEELDRYER

Cottage grove Sentinel

“When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man’s concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.”

— John F. Kennedy

Surrounded by colorful books on the shelves in two of Cottage Grove’s oldest bookstores, Oregon’s past Poet Laureate Kim Stafford happily read poems and sang songs delighting appreciative listeners at the Last Friday Art Walk on May 31.

The Bookmine and Kalapuya Books hosted the poet’s hour-long visit to each store. Stafford commanded rapt attention from those who came to meet and hear him. Listeners often punctuated the end of the poems he read with collective sounds of understanding and agreement. Some purchased his book and in unhurried one-on-one conversations the individuals left feeling encouraged and understood.

Created in 1923, the Oregon’s poet laureate position fosters the art of poetry, encourages literacy and learning, addresses central issues relating to humanities and heritage and reflects on public life in Oregon. Since 2006, the Oregon Cultural Trust has administered the program.

In July 2018, Gov. Kate Brown appointed Kim to the two-year post to serve as the 9th Oregon Poet Laureate. In April, the 10th and current poet, Anis Mojgani, visited Cottage Grove at the invitation of the Friends of the Library.

Stafford’s father, William, was a renowned American poet. In 1975, Gov. Tom McCall appointed him as the 4th Poet Laureate, a position he held for 15 years. The elder Stafford also served as the 20th Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress in 1970 as the National Poet Laureate.

In 2019, Snowmageddon interrupted Kim Stafford’s first visit here. When the storm shuttered schools and businesses, it gave him the opportunity to “stamp through the quiet streets and begin to apprehend the distinctive spirit of this place.”

He returned that April to visit students at Cottage Grove High School and London School, sit with local writers at The Brewstation, and give an evening reading at the Presbyterian Church. With the Cottage Grove Community Foundation’s grant to bring poets to town, and because his last visit was so successful, Friends of the Library President Bruce Kelsh said the group happily invited him to return for the May Art Walk.

“It is miraculous how Kim is so affirming,” Kelsh said. “On his last visit here, he gave the shyest boy the courage to read his poem at the high school workshop.”

As one of the state’s official poets, Stafford’s journeys have been many and diverse. He estimates he has traveled 3,000 miles, crisscrossing the state, appearing at more than 100 events in places large and small, urban and rural, and interacting with prisoners, veterans, un-housed children and immigrants.

He has many cherished memories from all those journeys. Like the wintery night he and his wife attended a high school basketball game in the tiny south central Oregon town of Paisley. At halftime, the announcer recognized him in the crowd asked him to come to midcourt and spontaneously recite a poem.

Stafford said his passion to write poetry has its roots in loneliness, being shy in school, being an edge-dweller while those around him seemed to know their path and he

was mystified.

“I found that when I held a pen and began writing about my confusions, sometimes I could clarify my predicament and come to a better place,” Stafford said. “I could make a little song that quieted my heart and mind. Then one day, I shared a poem with my teacher and he asked me, ‘What are you going to do with that?’ I asked him what I should do and he replied, ‘Send it to the world.’ I’ve been trying to do that ever since.”

The Saturday morning writer’s workshop drew 18 participants to the Presbyterian Church’s Friendship Hall.

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The rescue operation took place on Monday, June 3, near Dorena.

Cindy Weeldreyer/Cottage Grove Sentinel Oregon Poet Laureate Kim Stafford chats with admirer Pamela Krause, visiting from Hood River, at Kalapuya Books during the May Art Walk on May 31.

Cliff fall leads to remote rescue

JEREMY C. RUARK

Cottage Grove Sentinel

Lane County Search and Rescue has assisted in the rescue of an elderly man who fell from a cliff at Sahalie Falls near Sweet Home.

At 10:32 a.m. Wednesday morning, June 5, a crew from Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District was dispatched to a report of a technical rescue at Sahalie Falls.

It was reported that an elderly male had fallen approximately 40-feet over a cliff near the base of the falls. Sweet Home Fire responded with one medic unit and a rescue vehicle and made the one hour drive east to make contact

with the patient. “Once on scene, medics encountered the patient near the base of the falls with bystanders rendering aid.,” Sweet Home Fire Lt. Mike Severns said. “Thankfully, he sustained non-life threatening injuries but was unable to walk and extremely cold due to being so close to the falls.”

Lane and Linn County Search and Rescue teams arrived shortly after Sweet Home Fire units and facilitated rescue operations.

“The lengthy rescue involved rope systems to raise the patient up the face of a cliff to the trail where he was then carried back down to the parking lot approximately a half-

MONDAY, MAY 27

06:02: Dog at large, 400 block E. Main St.

07:38: Shots fired, 2400 block E. Whiteaker Ave.

07:56: Trespass, 1200 block Gateway Blvd.

08:26: Order violation, 1400 block W. Harrison Ave.

08:35: Theft, 200 block N. 12th St.

08:41: Animal info, 900 block Kristen Way

10:17: Trespass, 100 block N. 14th St.

12:52: Theft, 1300 block Dogwood Ave.

13:43: Found dog, R/Fairview Lp.

14:18: Citizen assist, 400 block E. Main St.

15:21: Assault, 200 block N. 12th St.

15:32: Theft, 1500 block E. Main St.

15:49: Civil, 100 block Sweet Ln.

15:53: Disturbance, 1300 block E. Main St.

16:15: Assault, 500 block S. 16th St.

20:05: Warrant service, 400 block Main St.

21:00: Suspicious condition, 1500 block E. Main St.

22:13: Agency assist, 1000 block E. Van Buren Ave.

23:23: Disturbance, 400 block S. 5th St.

TUESDAY, MAY 28

00:45: Foot patrol, 700 block S. R St.

01:23: Disturbance, 700 block E. Main St.

01:59: Suspicious vehicle, 1200 block Hwy. 99

02:51: DUII, 1500 block E. Main St.

08:17: Theft, 900 block Row River Rd.

08:40: Alarm, 2100 block E. Madison Ave.

08:55: Theft, 100 block N. 22nd St.

10:10: Criminal mischief, 300 block E. Madison Ave.

11:01: Criminal mischief, 100 block S. 10th St.

12:55: Abandoned vehicle, N/Ash

14:12: Business check, 900 block E. Main St.

14:15: Theft, 100 block Gateway Blvd.

14:19: Suspicious vehicle, E. Jefferson/3rd St.

14:31: Vehicle impound, 1500 block Hwy 99

15:25: Info, 600 block S. 12th St.

15:28: Welfare check, 1900 block W. Harrison Ave.

15:35: Citizen assist, 100 block S. 12th St.

19:13: Found dog, 1300 block S. 6th St.

19:44: Suspicious vehicle, 1100 block S. 10th St.

20:01: Alarm, 700 block N. 9th St

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

00:52: Suspicious vehicle, 1200 block Hwy 99

01:34: Suspicious Subject, 500 block N. 10th St.

01:45: Suspicious condition, 7000 block Hwy 99

02:50: Alarm, 400 block N. 14th St.

03:49: Suspicious vehicle, 700 block Row River Rd.

06:39: Disturbance, 600 block S. 5th St.

08:43: Dog at large, 200 block N. 12th St.

08:53: Dog at large, 100 block S. R St.

10:28: Hit and run, 2000 block S. 8th St.

10:52: Dog at large, 500 block Hwy 99

11:04: Illegal camping, 1400 block N. Douglas St.

11:11: Juvenile info, 700 block S. R St.

11:21: Theft, 100 block N. 9th St.

11:52: Child abuse, 1600 block Anthony Ave.

mile away,” Severns said. “The decision was made during the rescue operation to utilize air ambulance via Life Flight to transport the patient to Riverbend Hospital due to his condition.”

Severns said that due to the remote area, the landing zone was established on Highway 126, closing down the highway temporarily.

“We would like to thank our outstanding partners who helped make this a successful outcome,” Severns said. “We would also like to take this time and remind all of you to be safe when enjoying the outdoors. Plan ahead and know your limitations to help you stay safe.”

POLICE BLOTTER

12:15: Abandoned vehicle, 100 block S. 7th St.

15:20: Alarm, 1100 block Hwy 99

16:50: Disturbance, 700 block Hwy 99

16:58: Found property, 1000 block S. 10th St.

17:59: Suspicious subject, 900 block Row River Rd.

18:37: Disorderly subject, 700 block Hwy 99

19:00: Assault, 100 block S. 10th St.

19:16: Traffic complaint, 300 block S. River Rd.

19:36: Info, 400 block N. 14th St.

21:30: Business check, 1500 block Gateway Blvd.

21:47: Suspicious subject, 1400 block Edison Ave.

21:49: Disturbance, 400 block N. Douglas St.

23:08: Suspicious condition, 400 block E. Main St. Thursday, May 30

00:18: Suspicious vehicle, 1700 block E. Main St.

03:33: Business check, 1200 block Gateway Blvd.

04:49: Citizen assist, 400 block N. 14th St.

08:39: Business check, 1200 block Hwy 99

09:10: Illegal camping, 1400 block N. Douglas St.

09:40: Hit and run, 100 block Gateway Blvd.

10:32: Welfare check, 600 block E. Jefferson Ave.

11:46: Abandoned vehicle, 1700 block Pritchett Pl.

11:56: Trespass, 700 block Hwy 99

12:20: Fraud, 100 block S. R St.

12:27: Traffic complaint, 1500 block Gateway Blvd.

12:37: Alarm, 300 block S. 6th St.

13:51: Disorderly subject, 700 block Gibbs Ave.

13:56: Citizen assist, 400 block N. 14th St.

15:09: Fraud, 600 block Gibbs Ave.

15:16: Theft, 900 block E. Main St.

15:52: Assault, 200 block N. 12th St.

16:28: Abandoned vehicle, 1300 block Quincy Ave.

17:52: Fire, 1900 block S. 6th St.

20:56: Disorderly subject, 200 block N. 12th St.

21:11: Welfare check, 700 block Row River Rd.

22:26: Alarm, 400 block N. 14th St.

FRIDAY, MAY 31

01:03: Disturbance, 99/Abbott

02:40: Disturbance, 2000 block S. 8th St.

05:00: Suspicious condition, 1500 block Village Dr.

05:31: Fire, 900 block Row River Rd.

05:58: Warrant service, 800 block Gateway Blvd.

06:35: Warrant service, 100 block W. 5th St.

10:13: Disorderly subject, 500 block Gateway Blvd.

10:30: Found dog, 100 block S. 10th St.

11:17: Suspicious condition, 1200 block S. 8th St.

11:34: Criminal mischief, 800 block E. Main St.

11:58: Fraud, 1500 block E. Main St.

16:58: Animal info, 800 block Gateway Blvd.

17:12: Found dog, E. Jefferson/S. 2nd

17:23: Ambulance, 100 block Taylor Pl. 20:12: Disorderly subject, E. Main/9th

22:30: Warrant service, 1200 block Gateway Blvd.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

07:33: Citizen assist, 100 block S. 10th St.

08:34: Alarm, 1300 block Gateway Blvd.

09:36: Suspicious subject, 500 block E. Main St.

09:41: Alarm, 2100 block E. Madison Ave.

10:10: Citizen assist, 700 block N. 14th St.

10:25: Business check, 1200 block Hwy 99

10:43: Theft, 900 block W. Main St.

11:55: Unlawful entry into a motor vehicle, 500 block E. Madison Ave.

12:22: Abandoned vehicle, 300 block N. 8th St.

12:25: Dog at large, 400 block N. Douglas St.

16:50: Agency assist, 76000 block London Rd.

20:54: Info, 400 block S. 2nd St.

22:21: Motor vehicle crash, 200 block S. 6th St.

22:52: Disorderly subject, 22nd/Whiteaker

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

01:00: Disturbance, Villard/10th

02:35: Welfare check, 500 block E. Madison Ave.

03:39: Suspicious condition, 200 block N. 12th St.

10:56: Warrant service, N. Douglas/Chamberlain

11:06: Motor vehicle crash, 34000 block Row River Rd.

11:18: Alarm, 1200 block E. Main St.

11:25: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

12:29: Warrant service, 400 block E. Main St.

15:36: Trespass, 1700 block Anthony Ave.

15:45: Suspicious condition, 500 block Hwy 99

16:47: Motor vehicle crash, 1300 block Ostrander Ln.

18:14: Disorderly subject, 100 block S. 10th St.

18:26: Business check, 1200 block Gateway Blvd.

20:52: Disturbance, 700 block E. Main St.

22:45: Barking dog, 400 block N. Douglas St. 23:52: Fire, 100 block Andrew Dr.

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Emergency crews, including Lane County Search and Rescue members, carry the victim to safety.

Students make hands-on campus improvements

JEREMY C. RUARK

Cottage Grove Sentinel

Cottage Grove’s Harrison Elementary School students have rolled up their sleeves to improve their campus and garden.

Pounce Leaders, who are fourth and fifth grade student leaders, partnered with Garden Club and classroom teachers to plan and hold a day of spring cleaning and garden prep at the campus, 1000 Taylor Avenue.

Harrison hosts Garden Club at recess every Thursday with the help of parent

volunteers. All students were welcome to come to the garden during their lunch recess to participate.

On Clean-Up Day, classroom teachers had the opportunity to sign-up to clean or beautify the school grounds and/or the garden.

Classrooms took turns weeding in the front of the school, picking up litter on the playgrounds, helping in the garden during recess, and completing art projects that will be hung in the hallways.

The improvements were conducted at the school in April.

Cottage Grove Senior Center celebrates 40th anniversary

CINDY WEELDREYER

Cottage Grove Sentinel

As a person ages, the risk of growing isolated increases as close friends and family die or move away or poor health and decreased mobility reduces the social time with others that was once so pleasurable.

In 1984 then City Councilor and Pacific Power employee Jim Gilroy worked with the local office manager, Tommy Thompson, to lease an unused building to the advocacy group for $1 per year.

Lane County’s Senior Services Director Ted Stevens also helped to establish a senior center. He obtained a federal VISTA grant that funded a one-year position to make the project happen. Sharon Van Metre was hired to

help the project leaders achieve their need for a building to begin offering activities.

That need was met with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the building that today serves as Dr. Brent Bitner’s dental clinic at 350 E. Washington Ave.

A 40th Anniversary Celebration and Open House is from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19.

Longtime member Lovey LaCoste, a past officer and volunteer, and current Center President Suzanne Huebner-Sannes created a historical display that marks the milestones in its organizational life.

Members have been invited to attend and it is hoped that curious Grovers 55-plus will come and catch the vision of the potential the center has with more people involved.

The purpose of the Cottage Grove Senior Center is to promote a philosophy and provide an environment which encourages and enables seniors to make new friends, to share interests with others and enjoy life. Classes and programs are offered with the intent to stimulate and challenge

seniors, promote good mental and physical health and give a sense of wellbeing.

Games, crafts, health and recreation, jigsaw puzzles, quilting and shared meals were the traditional activities that filled the center’s calendar back then between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3

Cottage Grove Senior Center 700 E. Gibbs Avenue, Cottage Grove, OR 97424 541-942-8751

p.m. and on evenings and weekends when needed.

The location was only temporary and, in 2003, the City of Cottage Grove purchased and renovated the building that is now home to its community center and library. The Senior Center volunteers happily moved into the building which now serves as its permanent home.

Current activities offered include games, painting/wood carvers, a book club, senior fitness and chair-assisted yoga classes. Hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The annual

membership fee is $15 and helps cover fees.

Huebner-Sannes said the Center is a warm and welcoming place to have fun meeting new people and cultivating friendships. She encourages local seniors to drop by during the open house and see how the space was remodeled during the COVID pandemic.

“We hope to grow our organization by getting more members and volunteers so we can offer more programs and activities and fulfill our four-decade-old purpose,” she said.

School board approves interim superintendent hiring process

CINDY WEELDREYER

Cottage Grove Sentinel

With the departure of District Superintendent

Dr. Yvonne Curtis on June 30, the South Lane School District board directed staff to conduct on online survey to solicit input on

its suggested qualities and qualifications of an interim superintendent.

At a special board meeting on Monday,

June 3, Human Resources Director Reta Dolan presented the results of the public survey.

Dolan reported 132 individuals responded to the survey’s 10 questions with options to strongly agree, agree, neutral, somewhat disagree and strong disagree. Board members agreed the questions were thorough and some questions better addressed to qualities and qualifications of the next superintendent. Those questions are:

1. The Superintendent shows a genuine concern

for and understanding of students and staff and is focused on their success.

RESULTS: 130 agreed or strongly agreed making this the top characteristic with 93.9 percent agreement.

2. The Superintendent is a transparent, effective communicator who is also a passionate collaborator and team builder with respect for the district’s teacher leaders and the town’s stakeholders.

RESULTS: 128 agreed or strongly agreed making this the second highest characteristic.

3. The Superintendent is firmly committed to continue the work of creating a culture of care and belonging. RESULTS: 116 agreed or strongly agreed, 13 were neutral, 2 disagreed, 1 strongly disagreed

4. The Superintendent understands their role as an interim and partners with the board to complete the 2024-25 school year successfully. RESULTS: 119 agreed or strongly agreed, 12 were neutral, 1 strongly disagreed

5. The Superintendent demonstrates sensitivity and respect toward diverse communities in the school district while continuing to build positive relationships with everyone. RESULTS: 110 agreed or strongly agreed, 18 were neutral, 1 disagreed and 2 strongly disagreed.

6. The Superintendent supports student success in all PK-12 academic areas and programs including the fine and vocational arts (CTE), special education, alternative education, etc.

RESULTS: 127 agreed or strongly agreed, 3 were neutral, 2 strongly disagreed

7. The Superintendent demonstrates strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities. They are able to delegate responsibilities to others, can make unpopular decisions when necessary See BOARD on Page 4

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The Harrison School Pounce Leaders are making their impact by improving the look and feel of their community spaces.

Courtesy photo from the Cottage Grove Senior Center

Early Senior Center members enjoyed each other’s company and were grateful their dream of a building to support seniors came true in 1984.

and communicate them clearly. RESULTS: 127 agreed or strongly agreed, 4 were neutral and 1 strongly disagreed.

8. The Superintendent is approachable, accessible and listens to others with an open mind and accepts differences of opinion, has a strong “open door” policy. RESULTS: 126 agreed or strongly agreed, 4 were neutral and 1 strongly disagreed.

9. The Superintendent demonstrates strong personal honesty, integrity, fairness and justice. RESULTS: 130 agreed or strongly agreed, 1 disagreed and 1 strongly disagreed.

10. What level of experience should the Interim Superintendent have? RESULTS: 121 said the superintendent should have district level administrative experience with like-sized school districts in Oregon would be important. RESULTS: 89 said strong financial experience with Oregon budget laws

HIRING TIMELINE

Board Chair Taylor Wilhour explained this strategy allows the position to be advertised between December and February so interviews and reference checks can be done in February and March with

the selection made soon thereafter.

To quickly fill the position, the board agreed to accept applications from only internal candidates and begin the search for a new superintendent in the fall. For more information, contact Director Human Resources Reta Doland at 541-767-3585.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

To consult with its legal counsel, the board went into an executive (nonpublic) session to discuss a matter concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed. Returning to open session, Wilhour explained the board discussed a complaint it received.

After the meeting, Taddei explained the purpose of his suggested amendment and his no vote.

“I believe the board should not ignore public complaints,” he said. “I believe it is fiscally prudent, given our 202425 budget challenges, to first explore an in-house mediation meeting to resolve the matter prior to expending our limited funds to formally pay for a third-party investigation.”

The board was set to meet Monday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m.

Following the advice of counsel, Tammy Hodgkinson moved to open an investigation that was seconded by Jeff Gowing. Duane Taddei suggested another option that a non-quorum of the board would meet with the complaining party in hopes of resolving the complaint without paying for a thirdparty investigation. If the mediation effort failed, then a formal investigation would be opened. His request for an amendment was not accepted and the board voted 5-2, to move forward to open a formal investigation. Sherry Duerst-Higgins and Taddei voted no.

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NEWS & VIEWS

Secure elections require public trust

DEREK MONSON Oregon Capital Chronicle Sentinel Guest Column

A major presidential candidate convicted of 34 felonies uses the verdict to bolster his campaign. Accusations of “bullying” o over candidate debates. Intra-party battles between moderate and extreme wings of the party. Sitting governors booed and physical altercations at state and national party conventions. It must be primary election season in America.

In many states, voters will soon be casting ballots to nominate candidates for office, and some have already done so. As voters, election officials and policymakers fulfill their civic duty in the coming months, this principle should drive how we discuss elections: The secure and fair elections that are a foundation of American self-government require high levels of trust and confidence from the public.

With the 2024 presidential race being a reprise of the 2020 election, this election year seems bound to raise many important questions about voting and election policy. In addition, some states will debate how they nominate candidates for office to run in the general election. All will consider in some fashion how to maintain the best balance of convenience, security and trustworthiness in voting. What should be top of mind for all of us the proper way to respond to attacks on the integrity of election outcomes from losing candidates or their campaigns, and how best to support election officials who face undue criticism and even personal threats against their lives.

Sutherland Institute, where I work, recently began a yearlong exploration of these questions at the Election Trust Forum: an event co-sponsored by the Gary Herbert Institute of Public Policy at Utah Valley University and the SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University. This event and an ongoing stream of research, analysis and commentary throughout this election cycle represent a commitment to relentlessly pursue the answers to important voting and election policy questions.

One thing is certain: The power of average voters to choose their leaders through secure elections that evoke public confidence is what gives legitimacy to our self-

governing republic. For elected officials who have taken an oath to support and defend the United States, this means that promoting public trust in secure elections is a solemn public duty. For citizens and voters, this means that promoting public trust in secure elections is both a civic duty and a matter of enlightened self-interest in maintaining the power of the people manifested through voting.

Of course, if our preferred candidate loses an election and blames it on fraud or vote suppression, it is natural to wonder if they are right. But in every state across the country voting is protected by dozens of layers of security that make widespread voter fraud practically impossible. Voting today is also more convenient and accessible than it has ever been.

This means that our patriotic loyalty to our republic requires us to reject misinformation from even our preferred candidates for office that would suggest that either voter fraud or voter suppression is driving election outcomes.

Of course, election policies and processes can always be improved. For instance, when I recently put the question of how we build or restore public trust in elections to MIT election researcher and professor Charles Stewart, he noted that the research clearly indicates that trust grows when voters have a positive experience with voting. This suggests that any negative experiences in voting in a primary election may be doing the opposite.

While political insiders obsess about the latest legal drama in the presidential race, we ought to be focused on issues of greater import, like seeking to improve elections and election security measures. As we do so, we must remember that the need to maintain and renew the health of our constitutional republic and American democracy demands a recognition that our elections are already fundamentally secure and trustworthy.

Derek Monson is chief growth officer at Sutherland Institute. Utah News Dispatch, like Oregon Capital Chronicle, is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network and maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor McKenzie Romero for questions: info@ utahnewsdispatch. com. Follow Utah News Dispatch on Facebook and Twitter.

Scholarship drive underway

The annual Cottage Grove Old Schoolmates Dinner/ Breakfast and Scholarship Drive is happening on Aug. 2 (dinner at Cottage Grove High School) and Aug. 3 (Breakfast at the Snap House on River Road).

These events celebrate those who have graduated from Cottage Grove area schools 50 or more years ago. This year we honor the class of 1974.

Please help us get the word out to graduates, those who attended but may not have graduated, parents, grandparents, etc.

The events also serve as a fundraiser to provide scholarships to Cottage Grove graduates. We recently awarded four $1,000 scholarships to those from the class of 2024 and hope to do more in the future.

Reservation forms and scholarship information have been sent to those we have contact information for, but are also available at the Cottage Grove Library, online on the CGHS Old Schoolmates Facebook page (look under files) or by emailing us at cgoldschoolmates@gmail.com.

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Oregon economic forecast shows steady growth, uncertain future

JULIA SHUMAY

Oregon Capital Chronicle Sentinel Guest Article

Oregon’s economy continues to grow steadily, if at a slower pace than it has in recent years, state economists told lawmakers on Wednesday.

That includes April personal income tax collections coming in higher than expected, leaving a “50-50 proposition” that Oregonians will receive a $582 million kicker tax credit in 2026, two years after the state paid out the largest kicker in state history. The credit kicks in whenever income tax payments are 2% higher than lawmakers planned for when crafting their two-year budget.

But state economists warned that the additional tax collections – and refunds – might not happen because of uncertainty with the national economy.

“Should high interest rates, federal policy woes or economic weakness among our trading partners derail the U.S. economy, the expected growth in Oregon’s tax collections will not come to pass,” they wrote in their economic forecast.

State economist Mark McMullen told lawmakers on the House and Senate revenue committees that continued high inflation, and the Federal Reserve indicating it won’t cut interest rates until December, increase the likelihood of a recession

instead of the soft landing economists saw as more likely earlier this year.

Economists are also uncertain because of the upcoming federal election, he said. In the 2021 tax year, for instance, revenues rose in part because people cashed in on investments anticipating that the Biden administration and a new Democratic majority in Congress would undo some of the tax cuts passed under the Trump administration.

Oregonians received record kicker payments this year, with about $1,000 going back to the median taxpayer who earns between $35,000 and $40,000 annually. But economists say it doesn’t appear people are spending that money. Oregon doesn’t have a sales tax, though the corporate activity tax on gross business receipts acts as a hidden sales tax, and the state taxes vehicles, hotels, gas and marijuana.

“One of the things that we expected to see with this $5.6 billion kicker was a big positive impact on these consumption taxes, particularly with our traditional experience with the lottery sales, and what we see during the tax refund season,” McMullen said. “And to date, we haven’t really seen that.”

There are still four more forecasts before lawmakers receive the final March 2025 numbers they’ll use to craft the next two-year budget, and a lot could change in the coming months. But for now, forecasters estimate

the state will have about $34 billion in its general fund, up slightly from the 2021-23 biennium, and lawmakers will have more money available to dip into in case of emergencies in the current two-year budget cycle.

“We do see an increase in net available resources in the current biennium,” McMullen said. “A lot of that goes away in the next biennium again, because we’re right at this kicker cusp.”

LEADERS REACT

Democrats, including Gov. Tina Kotek, used the forecast to call for more spending on housing, schools and behavioral health.

“Oregon’s economy continues to be stable and productive,” Kotek said. “We have made meaningful progress on issues of top concern for Oregonians and worked to move our economy in the right direction. I look forward to continuing to partner with the legislature to focus on meeting people’s needs in every part of the state, from housing to safe schools to behavioral health services.”

Speaker Julie Fahey, D-Eugene, said the state will have the resources it needs, and that lawmakers need to focus on maintaining recent investments in housing, child care, early learning, mental health care and job creation.

“The revenue forecast issued today indicates

that, statewide, Oregon’s economy is stable and growing,” she said. “Our state will have the funding we need to continue paying for the critical ongoing programs that Oregonians rely on, thanks to prudent budgeting and strong leadership. It’s also encouraging to see steady productivity and solid labor market gains, as well as job growth in the semiconductor industry, both in the near- and longterm, due to jobs-boosting bills like the CHIPS Act.” But Senate President Rob Wagner, D-Lake Oswego, struck a more cautious tone.

“The economy continues to remain strong — bolstered by Oregon’s advantageous business climate — and the Legislature has made prudent fiscal decisions that have put us in a good position as we begin to craft the next biennium’s budget,” he said.

And Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham, R-The Dalles, called for reining in state spending.

“Across the state, Oregon families are having to tighten their budgets and make difficult choices as rising costs due to high inflation outpace their earnings,” he said.

Oregon Capital Chronicle is part of States Newsroom and maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor Lynne Terry at: info@ oregoncapitalchronicle. com.

seed money to rescue the beloved and much anticipated summertime tradition that marks its 65th anniversary this year.

During a June 5 town hall meeting, nearly 50 people came to the Cottage Grove Community Center offering help to make the event happen.

At that meeting, organizers made it clear that the Spirit of BMD Celebration is a community-driven endeavor that is completely independent of the Bohemia Mining Days, Inc. organization.

Cindy Weeldreyer, the fundraising coordinator, announced that, as of the meeting, she had $36,500 in pledges to provide the team with the seed money needed to create a twoday event on a shoestring budget.

Weeldreyer served on every BMD production team from 2003-2021. She joined the board in 2012 and, in 2015, was hired as the festival coordinator, a post she held for six years.

“The day after the cancellation announcement my phone started ringing and my email inbox filled up with requests encouraging me to come out of retirement and lead an effort to organize one,” Weeldreyer said. “I felt like Danny Ocean (Oceans 11 movies) calling the crew back together to do another job of bringing joy to Grovers in Coiner Park on the third weekend of July.”

Weeldreyer said she and Spirit of BMD Celebration

POET from Page 1

Stafford’s encouragement and inspiration, combined with his motivating writing prompts, kept the ink flowing on paper and the laptop keyboards clicking during the 7-8 minute long writing exercises.

Workshop participant

Lani Wright was familiar with the elder Stafford’s writings and wanted to meet Kim.

“He has a lovely demeanor and warmly embraces everyone who interacts with him,” Wright said. “I thought his writing prompts were effective to get us started and made it hard to stop.”

Offering advice to wannabe poets he used his father’s words, “The field of poetry will never be crowded – not because people can’t do it, but because they don’t think they can.” Stafford welcomes

SPIRIT OF BMD

9 a.m. to dusk Friday, July 19

10 a.m. to dusk Saturday, July 20   Coiner Park Cottage Grove

Coordinator Matthew Hewlett recruited their best and most experienced members of past planning teams and, within a week, assembled the “A-Team” to rescue the event from cancellation.

“It was personal for me because, as BMD’s historian, this is the 65th anniversary and a tribute event was absolutely needed,” Weeldreyer said.

“I am grateful that every person I asked to help me said “’yes, let’s do this.”’

Hewlett is an entrepreneur with a photography and videography business.

He joined the BMD 2019 production team to organize an art show for the 60th Anniversary Celebration. He set up an Old West Jail photo booth to draw attendees into the art area. The photo booth was so popular it has become an annual attraction.

Hewlett joined the BMD 2023 Leadership Team and, last November, became the board secretary. He was not supportive of the cancellation decision and resigned from his board position.

“I thought tonight’s meeting went very well.” Hewlett said. “We’ve drummed up some support and we had people

anyone who wishes to experience the practice of writing to simply dive in and write down thoughts, memories, observations, confusions, enigmas and mysteries. He recommends starting a writing practice, without expectations beyond the sensation and satisfaction of the writing process itself. Then find others who share your curiosity about this practice. With them, find ways to share a work-inprogress, and help each other deepen the pleasure of the practice.

“Kim touched so many lives while here,” Kelsh said. “He was the very popular Art Walk artist who was shared by the Bookmine and Kalapuya Books, he conducted an inspiring writers’ workshop, gave a public reading and had lunch with local writers and Friends of the Library member.

sign up to help us pull this off. The reception from the community was overwhelmingly positive. Our next steps will be having the area coordinators submit budgets so we can know how much everything is going to cost and raise the money to make it happen.”

Cathy Simmons served eight years on the BMD board with the last three as president. She said she loves Bohemia Mining Days and didn’t hesitate to return as the vendor coordinator for the Spirit of BMD Celebration.

“I think it’s spectacular that the community is stepping up to make it happen,” Simmons said. “I felt the Town Hall meeting was positive and motivational for those who came to volunteer to help us. It is awesome to reconnect with so many of the former board members I worked so hard and so well with. We made many happy memories together and it feels great to be working with them again.”

Jeremy Ferguson, Hewlett’s jail booth assistant, is a newcomer to BMD planning but not to experiencing its enjoyment as a youth. He said Bohemia Mining Days was an important part of his childhood and has so many happy memories

ANIMALS from Page 1

“We are incredibly grateful for the support of our community and the collaboration of our partners in this rescue effort,” Lieberman said. “With the help of our dedicated staff, volunteers, and the generous support of our community, we are optimistic about the future for these companion animals.”

Liberman said that Greenhill Humane Society is calling on the community for assistance in this critical time. Donations are needed to cover the costs of medical treatments, food, and

made there.

After the cancellation was announced, Hewlett and Ferguson joked about bringing the photo booth to the park on that weekend to celebrate the “Spirit of BMD”. Their idea expanded into a vendor flea market and they submitted an application to the City of Cottage Grove to reserve the park for their event.

“Last week, Cindy called and asked if it was okay to add more traditional BMD features like live music, food trucks, and a kid zone to our park permit,” Ferguson said. “So I quickly designed a logo, website and Facebook page and now we’re off and running. Tonight’s meeting went really well and accomplished what we wanted to do. Overall I

shelter for the rescued animals. The organization also is seeking volunteers to assist with daily care and potential foster families to provide temporary homes.

To support Greenhill Humane Society in this vital mission, please visit their website at www. green-hill.org or contact them directly at 541-6891503.

BACKGROUND

Lane County Animal Services removed the animals from a property in the 75000 block of Wicks Road near Dorena, Monday morning, June 3.

would call it a success.”

Karen Munsell joined the BMD 2017 production team as an assistant to the Festival Coordinator. From 2018-2023 she served as the coordinator of the “under-21” Helena Saloon serving root beer to kids and entertaining them with crafts.

“I love Bohemia Mining Days because it brings my family and my community together,” Munsell said. “My kids grew up attending the festival and I fell in love with my husband there. I’ve enjoyed working with youth to manage the saloon and serving as a BMD liaison to businesses in town.” She added, “I was delighted to see so many people come out and offer to help us on such short notice. It’s a joy

Tiffany Morris, who resides on the property, was found guilty of 14 Class B Animal Neglect violations by the Lane County Justice Court.

Morris is required to surrender all animals on the property to Lane County Animal Services. She is also prohibited from possessing any animals for five years.

Morris has a history of animal neglect complaints and of refusing to cooperate with authorities to improve the health of her animals, according to a release from Lane County.

“This has been a really challenging case, but we are relieved to be able to

to step out of retirement and rejoin the team I spent many years with producing past festivals.”

Hewlett said more donations and volunteers are needed and encourages interested individuals to visit the website to sign up to participate and donate to the cause.

Weeldreyer added, “If every BMD lover made their best donation of time and money, we will have the resources we need to once again bless Grovers with our community’s biggest party of the year.”

The Spirit of BMD is scheduled for July 19-20 at Coiner Park in Cottage Grove. On Sunday, July 21, the Prospectors and Gold Diggers Club present the 60th Annual Miners Breakfast on the Mountain from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Bohemia Mining

take action and get these animals to safer, better homes,” Lane County Animal Welfare Officer Isabel Merritt said.

“Because of the egregious nature of the neglect, we asked the Justice Court to give the most serious consequences available under current county code.”

Animals removed include poultry, parrots, peahens, horses, miniature horses, goats, dogs, cattle, and several species of birds.

Morris was not cooperative with authorities during the removal, according to the release.

Courtesy photo from Joshua Osban

A town hall meeting was conducted June 5 to plan for the new community celebration.

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240137828-OR-VOI TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, TOBIN LYLE RASMUSSEN AND AMANDA JO RASMUSSEN, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY as Grantor to CASCADE TITLE COMPANY as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for OREGON COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, dated as of August 5, 2022 and recorded on August 5, 2022 as Instrument No. 2022-034103 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Oregon Community Credit Union and recorded March 22, 2024 as Instrument Number 2024-007842 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Lane County, Oregon towit: APN: 1912147 / 1901113100400 LOT 4, CRESTVIEW ESTATES, AS PLATTED AND RECORDED MAY 26, 2021, RECEPTION NO. 2021-035492, LANE COUNTY DEEDS AND RECORDS, IN LANE COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 171 ROCKCREST DR, LOWELL, OR 97452-9773 Both the Beneficiary, Oregon Community Credit Union, and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Total Payment(s): Total Payment(s) from 10/01/2023 to 05/15/2024 at $27,590.20 Total Late Charge(s): Total Late Charge(s)

$1,663.77 By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $457,344.64 together with interest thereon at the rate of 7.125000% per annum from September 1, 2023 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on September 17, 2024 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, inside the main lobby of the Lane County Courthouse, 125 E 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401 County of Lane, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: May 2, 2024 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 c/o TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300

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PUBLIC NOTICE TS No. OR06000019-23-3SS APN 1778800 TO No 240229690-ORMSI TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Reference is made to that certain Trust Deed made by, KIRK E JOHNSON as Grantor to WESTERN TITLE & ESCROW as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, dated as of June 15, 2022 and recorded on June 16, 2022 as Instrument No. 2022-026623 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC and recorded January 20, 2023 as Instrument Number 2023-001500 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Lane County, Oregon to-wit: APN: 1778800 SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF EXHIBIT “A” LEGAL DESCRIPTION Beginning at a point 143.91 feet South of the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Block 2, FIRST ADDITION TO ADAMS PLAT, as platted and recorded in Book 15, page 2, Lane County Oregon Plat Records, in Lane County, Oregon; thence South 60.00 feet, thence East 121.00 feet; thence North 60.00 feet, thence West 121.00 feet to the point of beginning, in Lane County, Oregon. Commonly known as: 1487 30TH ST, SPRINGFIELD, OR 97478 Both the Beneficiary, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, and the Trustee, Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112, have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said Trust Deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes. The default for which the foreclosure is made is the Grantor’s failure to pay: Failed to pay payments which became due Monthly Payment(s): Monthly Payment(s) from 11/01/2022 to 04/30/2024 at $28,837.98 Monthly Late Charge(s): Monthly Late Charge(s) at $320.40 By this reason of said default the Beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to-wit: The sum of $242,693.77 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5.75000% per annum from October 1, 2022 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all Trustee’s fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the Beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said Trust Deed. Wherefore, notice is hereby given that, the undersigned Trustee will on September 16, 2024 at the hour of 10:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, inside the main lobby of the Lane County Courthouse, 125 E 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401 County of Lane, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the Grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said Trust Deed, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Trust Deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the Trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the Trust Deed reinstated by payment to the Beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, Trustee’s or attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or Trust Deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Without limiting the Trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the Trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a Trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the Trustee’s sale. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “Grantor” includes any successor in interest to the Grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said Trust Deed, the words “Trustee” and “Beneficiary” includes their respective successors in interest, if any. Dated: 5/2/24 By: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112 Successor Trustee Malcolm & Cisneros, A Law Corporation Attention: Nathan F. Smith, Esq., OSB #120112

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es, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that Affinia Default Services, LLC, the undersigned trustee will on September 10, 2024 at the hour of 10:00 A.M. (PST), as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, Inside the main lobby of the Lane County Courthouse, 125 E 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401, County of Lane, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power

to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. For Sale Information, contact NPP at (916) 939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com. In construing this notice, the singular includes the plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest

The Gran Fondo

13th annual event brings ‘Oregon Triple Crown Series’ of hardcore bike racers to Cottage Grove

KYLE MCGOWEN

Cottage Grove Sentinel

Bohemia Park welcomed over more than 300 cyclists for the 13th annual Oregon Gran Fondo on Saturday, June 1.

The event not only saw riders from all over the Pacific Northwest, but even had participants from as far away as California, Pennsylvania, and British Columbia.

“Gran Fondo is one of the coolest events that I do,” event organizer, Michael Ripley said. “Smith River Road, that is one of the gems of the Pacific North West and most people will never get out there. I’m glad that we have Whypass for Mountain biking out that way. But if you just go from there and you head out over to Wolf Creek, oh my gosh. Those things are epic.”

Having started in 2011, Ripley was a participant in the first three Oregon Gran Fondo’s but took over heading up the event after that. The event requires all kinds of permits, staff, volunteers, police, and other collaborations to pull off, which Ripley plays a key part in. The annual occasion is held in Cottage Grove as part of the ‘Oregon Triple Crown Series.’

“The Oregon Triple Crown series offers five epic, fully-supported, timed rides through the stunning backroads of Oregon,” the event’s website states. “Whether you smash out 20 miles per hour for over 6,000 foot of climbing or take it a bit easier with the hills and the speed on our shorter loops, you’ll have an unforgettable day of fun and camaraderie on the bike. “Riders that participated were young as 18 and as old as 79. They had the option of participating in the Gran Fondo (92 miles), Medio Fondo (71 miles), or the Adventure Fondo (68 miles). Max Ritzow of Eugene finished with the fastest time (3:42:31) in the Gran Fondo. Greg Steele of Tigard took first place in the Medio Fondo (2:57:53) and Ryan Taylor (3:04:10) from Central Point took first in the Adventure Route.

“I participated in 2017, the scenery

The routes racers used.

is why I like to come. I live in Portland and I like coming down here,” Barbara Larrain (of Portland) said. In previous Larrain used to race in the Gran Fondo but participated in the Medio competition this year. “I think it’s a great course and I think it’s very challenging. That’s why I backed off a little bit. I’m older now so I have to deal with some things, but I used to participate in a lot of races and I got some enthusiasm putting on my number and be a part of this.”

Round one of the Triple Crown Series, the ‘Oregon Coast Gravel Epic,’ was held on May 4 in Waldport. “The Oregon Coast Gravel Epic is a Gravel Grinder consisting of 65% pure logging roads that are unpaved and the other 35% smooth pavement left over from decades of active logging that still exists to this day,” The events website states.

Round two, ‘West Coast Gravel,’ was held in Yachats on May 5. “Double the adventure on the Oregon Coast with round two of the Oregon Triple Crown in Yachats, Oregon nine miles south

after your Oregon Coast Gravel Epic experience for a 45 and 34 mile adventure fit for any Viking.”

Neither of those two courses compare to the length of the Gran Fondo that is held in Cottage Grove. “Experience the food, wine, and craft beer, along with the stunning road routes featuring a 71 or 117 mile all road route or 68 miles and 15% gravel,” the event website states.

Phil Gaimon, who is a former professional cyclist with over 100 wins in his 10 years career was in Cottage Grove for the weekend. Riders had an opportunity to have dinner with Gaimon following the ride.

“Most people after their pro road racing career, what do they do? Maybe they become a sales rep, they go into the industry, or they start a bike brand. Phil has made a living going after KOM’s [King of the Mountain] titles, Ripley said. “He has a ‘clean’ tattoo on his arm. He rides clean, he went through that whole era of dopers. He’s

got a really good lifestyle of exposing people to areas that are really needed to ride.”

A new addition to this year’s Gran Fondo saw locals vendors and food trucks participate at Bohemia Park. A concert was also held later in the day to celebrate. Ripley credits the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce for helping make the event a success.

“That was all Georgia [Haskell, of the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce] that crushed it, that was so cool.” Ripley said. “We have people here and they want to get this vibe of Cottage Grove. The add of that vendor fair, those food trucks, and the music made everybody feel really welcome.”

Because there were so many riders that came from outside of Lane County, Bohemia Park was opened up for folks to camp in tents or in RV’s, though some were able to stay in the limited hotel space that is offered in Cottage Grove.

“Being able to have the access to camping [at Bohemia Park] especially after the Village Green closed. Village Green was a really big asset that the riders could stay two nights and they felt like they were part of a community the way that place was laid out,” Ripley said.

“But people learn to adjust, but from the survey, out of the 350 people 63 people said a local Cottage Grove hotel, that was pretty cool.”

Only one person was injured during the course of the ride, on mile 17, the first corner on Territorial Road. In previous years riders have suffered a back fracture, broken collarbones, among other issues, often coming around mile 17.

Next year’s event will be moved to May 18. Ripley expects that area traffic will be lighter on a Sunday than on a Saturday.

Kyle McGowen / Cottage Grove Sentinel

Racers turn on Main Street to begin their journey on the Oregon Gran Fondo.

Courtesy photo