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Forest River Inc., a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, is one of Polk County’s largest employers. Forest River operates manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and produces a wide variety of recreational vehicles. Our mission is to help all of our owners enjoy their RV experience to the fullest!

1429 SE Uglow St., Dallas OR

503.831.1200 www.forestriverinc.com

Meet in the middle at the crossroads of Polk County

Serving breakfast all day long | lunch & dinner 7 days a week

• Cocktails • Beer • Wine FOR DAILY SPECIALS

• Lottery • Homemade Pies, Cinnamon Rolls

Sunday - Thursday 6:30am - 8pm Friday & Saturday 6:30am - 9pm

670 S Pacific West, Rickreall (Next to Polk County Fairgrounds) | 503-831-4601

Call for a Quote Today!

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REAL estate with REAL experience.

With offices in Monmouth and Dallas, we have the experienced agents to serve you!

Tiffany Bouchard (503) 871-5929

Leigh Bradstreet (503) 949-5345

Cheri Jacobsen (503) 551-5807

Steve Elmore (503) 983-6999

Cathy McLean (503) 580-0571

Lisa Scheirman (503) 949-2411

Sarah Hedal (503)-420-9576

Donna Graham (503) 931-5677

Sarah Owre (503) 428-1324

Jill Wyatt (503) 910-1679

Shelby Kutz (503) 881-9970

REAL estate with REAL experience. Your hometown choice, HomeSmart Realty Group!

1220 Main Street E, Monmouth, OR 97361 | 662 Main Street, Dallas, OR 97338 | Licensed in the State of Oregon.

Dallas continues to New Urban Renewal District In 2022, Dallas added a second Urban Renewal District. The South Dallas Urban Renewal District takes in more than 400 acres of mostly industrial lands in the south part of the city, centered on the former Dallas mill site. Over time, the district will have millions of dollars of funding to invest in infrastructure in the area and to assist with new business development, relocations and expansions.

The goal of the district is to create new jobs and facilitate new development in the area that includes many acres of undeveloped or underdeveloped land.

Like the city’s current downtown district, which has been in place since 2004, the South Dallas URD will not raise anyone’s tax bill, but will target property taxes collected within the district to be invested only in the district on an array of pre-defined projects, which include improvements in transportation infrastructure and utilities. Resources will also be targeted on the redevelopment of the Dallas mill site. The city’s Economic Development Commission has been appointed to be the advisory body for the new District.

ARPA grants available to remodel downtown buildings Beginning Jan. 9 and continuing through March 10, the city will be accepting applications from owners and tenants of downtown buildings looking to perform remodels, renovations and restorations.

The city has $100,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds to invest in the Building

Improvement Grant program. The 2023 grants mark the second and final round of ARPA funds for these projects. The 2022 round resulted in seven building improvement projects funded, two of which are already complete, and three are underway. Funding for the 2023 round will be available on July 1.

Grant awardees will have 12 months to complete their projects from the time their funding agreements are signed. Applicants are required to provide at least a 2/3 project match investment. Individual grant awards are capped at $20,000. More information on this program, including the application materials, can be found in the “Latest News” section of the City’s website at www.dallasor.gov.

Former Bank of America building plans The city expects to close on the former Bank of America property downtown at 791 Main Street in the first quarter of 2023. Following acquisition, the structures currently at the site will be demolished and removed. Any environmental hazards on the site will be mitigated. The general plan is to conduct a robust community visioning process with an architect as a facilitator during 2023.

Once there is a consensus for the future vision of the property, the city hopes to attract a developer to construct a multi-story, mixed-use project. The City would like to see a building that will maximize the taxable value of the property, with commercial on the ground floor and several floors of short-term and/or long-

term residential above the first floor. We may also discover the need for additional underground or surface parking onsite.

The final plans for the site will not be finalized for likely many months.

“We want to take our time and get this right,” said Charlie Mitchell, Economic & Community Development Department Director. “This is a unique and special opportunity to transform a key property in downtown Dallas. Full community engagement in the visioning is critical.”

Restored Carnegie Library reopens In December 2022, the community celebrated the revitalization of the old Carnegie Library, one of the premier buildings in downtown Dallas. Local owner Don Sheely worked to renovate and restore the early 1900s building to create a useable space for The Hundred Acre Academy, a private school.

This revitalization was a community effort, with the city of Dallas providing $20,000 in grant funding from the Building Improvement Grant Program funded by ARPA. Additionally, the Dallas Downtown Association worked with Sheely to secure a $200,000 grant from Oregon Main Street for the completion of the project.

“The city of Dallas has continued to prioritize historic preservation and economic development, and this project proves that both of these objectives can work together, rather than against each other, and we are excited that this building is back in use for the community,” said Tyler

make room to grow Ferrari, Economic Development Specialist with the city of Dallas.

The Hundred Acre Academy expects to move into the building in January 2023.

Industries continue grow in Dallas Dallas continues to see growth and investment in its key traded sector employers. Ascentec Engineering officially began production in 2022 at its Monmouth Cutoff Road facility, and will continue to grow, adding new jobs and investment in the community in 2023 and beyond.

Company officials say the Dallas facility will have some the most cutting-edge automated machining equipment in the industry.

“The area has a great reputation attracting hard-working employees, which aligns well with the Ascentec values. Ascentec strives to provide a safe and continuously improving work environment so that each employee can enjoy personal fulfillment and achieve their professional goals,” said Ascentec CEO Ian Ruef.

Meanwhile, at the north end of Dallas, OpenRoad Transportation is planning a major expansion project which will add more than 50 new jobs to Dallas. The company plans to triple its existing square footage with a $5 million building expansion project, expected to be completed later this year.

“We have always been proud to be a home-grown, Pacific Northwest business, so the opportunity to continue our expansion in Dallas is exciting to us,” said

CEO Mark Weisensee.

Both companies plan to take advantage of the city’s Enterprise Zone program, which provides property tax relief on new investments for three years.

Dallas welcomes new Economic Development Specialist In July 2022, Ferrari, joined the Economic and Community Development Department as the city’s new Economic Development Specialist. In this new role, Ferrari serves as support staff for the Dallas Downtown Association and Explore Dallas (formerly known as the Dallas Area Visitors Center). In addition to this support, Ferrari oversees the city’s new Dallas Business Inventory and the city’s historic preservation programs.

The DBI is a free new program for businesses provided by the city of Dallas. In the wake of the pandemic, the city prioritized finding a better way to communicate with businesses to make as many businesses aware of potential opportunities to help their business. As of Jan. 1, the city has opened up this optional and free service to the entire business community.

Businesses that sign up for the DBI will be the first to know about new grant opportunities, city-wide programs and events, and educational opportunities for business owners and their employees. Businesses interested in signing up for this program can visit www.dallasor.gov/ecd and click on the “DBI” tab. If you have questions on this program, please contact tyler.ferrari@dallasor.gov.

Dallas welcomes new businesses In early 2022, Two Wolves Taproom, owned by Tyler and Dani Genovese, opened and has since become a popular spot for the entire community. Two Wolves regularly hosts fun events for the community at their business, whether its regular trivia nights, paint parties, or Saturday Morning yoga! They have worked to expand their hours and are now open Sunday for bunch, and on Monday for dinner.

Also on Court Street, Well Within Nutrition opened last year and has been providing the community with nutritious shakes and other healthy snack alternatives.

Over on Mill Street, the Thackeray family have opened Dreamies Creamery, an independent shop featuring ice cream made with sheep’s milk. Dreamies has been a great supporter of the community, showing up to various community events and providing the community with much needed relief during the summer months.

Looking forward to 2023, the city is excited to be able to welcome Red Clover Public House to the community. They have been working hard to renovate the old Brixius home on Court Street and transform it into an Irish-themed pub that serves wonderfully made, slow cooked barbecue.

Dallas continues to welcome new and innovative businesses into the community, and we look forward to helping more businesses open in the year to come!

Meet Dallas Mayor & City Council Mayor

Council President

Kenneth L. Woods, Jr.

Michael Schilling

Councilor

Councilor

Larry Briggs

Kristen Collins

Councilor

Councilor

Kim Fitzgerald

Micah Jantz

Councilor

Councilor

David Shein

Debbie Virden

187 SE COURT ST. DALLAS, OR 97338 | (503) 623‑2338

Just an hour from everywhere…Dallas is the perfect place to take a closer look.

Dallas has many recreational treasures including 10 parks, a dog park, and over 3 miles of creek trail.

Among them is the beautiful 18-hole disc golf course meandering through our Dallas City Park and the bucolic trails found at the far reaches of the Arboretum.

Polk County’s Baskett Slough Bird Refuge is home to thousands of birds that make their home there year round.

With Great Herons and Mallard Ducks makes this is a natural wonder just a mile outside of Dallas.

Surrounding Dallas is the vast world awarded wineries from the Willamette Valley, winner of the Wine Region of the Year

by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. It is home to some of the most decorated wine around from Chardonnay to Pinot Gris/Noir come enjoy your favorite.

We are a regional center of culture, commerce, industry, education, and government. With the historic Polk County Courthouse in our downtown core, we are the seat of regional government. We have such world class manufacturing firms as MAK Metals/MAK Grills and Forest River (owned by Berkshire Hathaway – Warren Buffet). With large stores such as Walmart, Grocery Outlet, Safeway and Rite Aid, we are a shopping mecca for a large territory.

We offer upscale restaurants, live music venues and concerts, fine art, boutique shops, historic buildings and a downtown theater that is a big draw.

WE INVITE YOU TO TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT DALLAS. 503.623.2338 187 SE Court St ~ Dallas, OR 97338

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Inspire Kindness 1062 MAIN ST., DALLAS • 503-751-1900 MON-FRI 5 A TO 6 P • WEEKENDS 6 A TO 6 P

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1315 E. Ellendale • Dallas • 503-623-9058 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:30

Foreign & Domestic Repair • Preventive Maintenance Tune-ups • Timing Belts • Brakes • Transtech Transmission Flush Service Computer Scanning & Electrical Diagnoses The Car Shop is happy to help you with all your auto repairs and maintenance. They pride themselves on quality workmanship and getting the job done right on your first visit. Their focus is on customer satisfaction and building a relationship with all of their clients. Mark and his family are lifetime Dallas residents. He has over 30 years experience working on foreign and domestic automobiles as well as being ASE Master certified. If you are already a customer, we would like to thank you for your support. If not, please stop by and give us the opportunity to earn your business.

Left to Right: Devon, Spencer, Mark (Owner)

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WHY GO ANYWHERE ELSE? When it comes to meeting your financial goals, you really only need to see one You talk, we listen, and we get to know you. person. At Edward Jones, we strive to meet all your financial services needs Estate Planning* Equities while providing exceptional personalized service.

Retirement Plan Rollovers Fixed Income Investments and Consolidation Because we serve individual investors and business owners, all of our energy and resources are dedicated to helping you reach your long-term financial Insurance Individual Retirement Accounts goals. That’s why we live and work in your community. We meet with you face Mutual Funds Annuities to face to discuss the key steps to creating your financial strategy.

For more information or to schedule a complimentary financial review, call or stop by today.

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*Estate-planning services are offered through Edward Jones Trust Company. Edward Jones Trust Company and Edward Jones are separate subsidiaries of the Jones Financial Companies, L.L.L.P.

159 SW. Court Street Dallas, OR 97338 503-623-5584

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The Shabby Barn

Dorothy Bradshaw and Barbara Jensen, two sisters that love to shop and find great deals on treasures, started selling items online in 2020 as Me and My Sisters’ Treasures. They did quite well and enjoyed every minute of it. In November 2022 they took it one step further and bought The Shabby Barn. Dorothy lives in Dallas and runs the store; Barbara is from The Dalles and travels to Dallas as much as possible, they both truly love what they do.

The Shabby Barn offers refurbished furniture, antiques home decor and gift items, all offered from 15 different vendors.

Tues-Sat 11-5pm | Sun 12-4pm

DOROTHY & BARBARA

1284 SW FAIRVIEW AVE., DALLAS | 503.837.1099

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CITIZENS BANK Dallas Branch

583 SE Jefferson St. • Dallas 503-623-3119 • www.citizensEbank.com Welcome to Citizens Bank, where we know that supporting local enterprise is the best way to invest in the communities we serve. Because our loan decisions are made locally by our professional staff, you can expect prompt responses and flexible programs.

Please come by and see us!

Citizens Bank Good Business. Good Friends.

From left to right: Nicole Mears, Christina Winters, Tony Rose, Terie Kester, Jake Stamas, Sarrah McMaster

Hours are Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

1900 SW Hines St., Salem

Claire Blosser | 541.220.7316 Broker • GRI, CRS claireblosser.valuedagent.com Licensed in the State of Oregon.

Yolanda Zuger | 503.580.7031 Claire Blosser Broker • GRI, CRS

Linnea Hill Broker

Yolanda Zuger

Principal Broker • ABR, GRI, CRS

Principal Broker • ABR, GRI, CRS www.yolandazuger.com Licensed in the State of Oregon.

Linnea Hill | 503.577.1579 Broker Linneahill@kw.com

Each office is independently owned and operated.

Our team is ready to help you achieve your real estate dreams!

Licensed in the State of Oregon.

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289 E. Ellendale Avenue #603 in Dallas

837 Main St., Dallas 503-623-3117 Brixius is your Independent Jeweler, located across the street from the historic Polk Co. Courthouse. The location has been a continuous jewelry store since the 1880s, longer than any other in the state.

The business is owned by Robert Brixius who is following a 50+ year family tradition established by his parents, Don and Lavina Brixius. As the fifth owner of the store, Bob is carring on the family name of the business.

In addition to a complete selection of diamonds, jewelry and gift items, Brixius offers expert jewelry and watch repair. Custom designs are available along with diamond settings, engraving, colored stones and monthly specials on birthstones. Customer service and satisfaction are L to R: Mary Thurston, Bob Brixius (Owner)

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EA Rachel Greco, Owner

• Books • Fabrics • Patterns • Gifts • Notions • Threads www.grandmasatticquilting.com 167 SW Court St. • Dallas • 503-623-0451 Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Leah & Becky happy customers

Polk Soil & Water Conservation District

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Heartstrings

Florist & Artisans

503-831-1410 • 137 SW Court St. • Dallas Heartstrings Florist & Artisans is a family owned business in the heart of downtown Dallas. You will find the freshest flower arrangements for all celebrations of life and sympathy tributes for your loved ones here along with blooming plants and green house plants. The best little gift shop in town where you’ll find gifts for everyone!

The staff provides friendly and professional help to make your shopping experience with them a pleasant one. www.heartstringsflorist.com • www.facebook.com/heartstringsflorist Linda

“Where it comes from the heart”

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Navigating Your Way

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Shawn Shukle, ABR shawn.cohorealtynw.com 503.270.8485

As a PNW native who lives and works in Dallas, Oregon, I enjoy serving my community as a local advisor and loyal neighbor. Whether you’re selling a home or settling into the area, I would love to help you move into this new chapter!

Contact me today!

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Heirloom Woodworks 503-623-4040 View gallery of work at facebook.com/HeirloomWoodworksFurniture Specializing in Craftsman style, Heirloom Woodworks offers custom designs for every part of your home. All handcrafted furnishings are designed and built one piece at a time using traditional joinery and the natural beauty of solid wood to accentuate the design with heirloom quality.

From custom-made kitchens to entertainment centers and more, consider Heirloom Woodworks when you decide to enhance your home!

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The Shaggy Dog — 11975 Clow Corner Rd., Dallas • 503-623-3883 Boarding - Daycare - Grooming At The Shaggy Dog, service and a caring staff guarantee you and your pet an enjoyable experience. The indoor facility for dogs has private 4’ x 16’ runs. Spacious outdoor exercise areas are securely fenced and pens are sheltered from rain and harsh sun. Doggy Daycare is supervised in large indoor and outdoor play areas. Cats enjoy private, spacious enclosures with 2story houses and full-size litter pans. The experienced grooming staff works to insure that your dog has a positive experience and that the grooming meets or exceeds your expectations.

Come tour our facility, you’ll be glad you did!

www.theshaggydog.net

Rose & Shelly

I look forward to serving HD23 during the 2023 Legislative Session. If you have questions, need help or are looking for information on what is happening in Salem, please reach out to our office.

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- Anna Scharf State Representative House District 23

Email: Rep.AnnaScharf@oregonlegislature.gov | Phone: 503-986-1423 18 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023

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Jana and Megan Fogg are a mother-daughter team. Megan is a 3rd generation Realtor!

Jana has 20+ years of Real Estate experience and has her SRES designation. Why work with a Seniors Real Estate Specialist? SRES® designees have unparalleled training and experience in seniors real estate. So whether you are looking for your first home or your happily ever after, Jana and Megan Fogg are here to help!

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503.931.5677 662 Main St. | Dallas, OR

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Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

When Injury or Illness Can’t Wait, Come See Us! Emurgent Care is a locally owned urgent care clinic serving the community of Dallas and the surrounding area since 2013. We treat illness, personal or work related injuries, employment, and sport physicals, drug screens, wound repair and care, minor surgical procedures, labs, x-rays, and splinting. We also are currently doing Covid Testing. We are a walk in clinic, no appointment needed.

OPEN EVERY DAY:

Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm Sat: 12pm-7pm | Sun: 12pm-6pm

503.623.3199 109B E. Ellendale Ave. | Dallas, OR

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(Just South of Miller (Just South of Miller Ave) Ave)

Monte & Terri Wiens own both Dallas Secure Storage and Godsey Secure Storage. Monte is a 3rd generation DHS graduate of the Class of 69. He is a Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce member.

He and his wife, Terri, make their home in Polk County and raised their children here.

Dallas Secure Storage is managed by Ashley Klopp who is also the on-site resident manager. The facility offers heated units, 9 sizes to choose from, alarm systems as well as digital video cameras. Outdoor RV storage is available. It is fully gated with wide driveways and features metal, non-combustible buildings. They provide every new tenant with a free disc lock and each unit has it’s own door alarm.

Godsey Secure Storage is managed by Steve Shippey. The facility has many sizes to choose from and offers security with 24/7 video surveillance, individual door alarms, a security gate and free disc lock.

FREE Pick-up & Delivery. Both facilities help make your move easier by delivering their enclosed trailer for you to load. They then deliver it to your storage unit for you to unload. Call for details. They also sell boxes, locks and other moving supplies!

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is Washington Street!

141 SW Washington St. Dallas, Oregon www.washingtonststeakhouse.com | 503-831-0688

Established 1999

We have installed iWaves system in our heating and air conditioning unit.

Dining Room & Pub OPEN at 7am | Delivery Available Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm & Saturday + Sunday 11am-8pm Order online at washingtonststeakhouse.com

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

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Dallas Automotive Service 12835 Westview Drive • Dallas • 503-623-2290

Dallas Automotive Service is a family run business. It’s owned and operated by Wally, Diane,Kyle and Cassie Reimer.

Wally was born and raised in Dallas, Oregon and brings with him over 45 years of automotive repair experience.

Kyle has more than 15 years of experience in automotive repair.

They preform repairs on domestic and foreign cars including drive-ability, brakes, maintenance and general auto care.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-5:30 pm

www.dallasautomotiveservice.com Kyle,Cassie,Diane,Wally

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Dallas Community Foundation

PO Box 1001, Dallas • 503-798-7847 • www.dallascommunityfoundation.com Since 1995, Dallas Community Foundation has helped people like you put their charitable dollars to work in Dallas. Gifts large and small address urgent needs, support education, assist at-risk youth, individuals and families, improve quality of life for seniors and the disabled, give scholarships, feed the food-insecure, support health and safety, and enhance community programs. Thanks to the generosity of donors and prudent investment, the Foundation has given back over $1 million to the Dallas community through grants, scholarships and civic projects. Whether you make a simple tax-deductible contribution, establish a designated fund, or include the Foundation in your estate planning, your charitable gift will make a meaningful difference in your community.

L to R, Bob Ottaway, Mia Mohr, Steve Spencer, Bob Brannigan, Chantel Williamson, Lane Shetterly, Bob Timmerman, Tina Orpilla, Emily Gagner

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503-623-4505

Quality work, dependable, courteous, conscientious, complete excavation services for homes, additions, barns and shops. Including driveway construction and maintenance, land grading, rock walls, septic systems, underground utilities, dump trucking. Free estimate and references available.

Contact Ole Bergman Excavating Inc today.

In Dallas since 2002 • olebergman@msn.com

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Dallas Retirement Village is Polk county’s only non-profit senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing - with 75 years of experience.

Community Amenities Include, but are not limited to:

• Multiple Dining Venues • Indoor Pool • Roof Top Patio • Salon & Spa Wellness & Life Enrichment • Programming

Smart Technology • Theater • State-of-the-art Fitness Center • Wood Working Shop • • Housekeeping & Linen Services • Transportation • Home Warranty Satellite Television • • Lawn Care • Chaplain & Worship • Libraries • Preferred Access to all Levels of Care

Physical Rehabilitation & Therapy are Available, Including:

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Tory Boline, Broker Cell: 503.991.6783 4975 Enterprise Rd. | Dallas, OR

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Welcome to EBC! The heartbeat of our church is to know, grow, and go... › Knowing God our Father as Master and Lord over our life. › Growing in our relationship with Jesus Christ. › Going and serving through the Holy Spirit.

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Mon- Friday 8 - 5:30 1590 E Ellendale, Dallas

polkvetclinic.com

Tipps Printing & Copies

164 SE Washington St. | Dallas, OR, 97338

503.623.9495 phone or fax

Monday-Friday | 9am-5:30pm | info@tippscenter.com

Tipps printing has been part of the Dallas community since it opened over 30 years ago. Terri & Randy Pope, life-long Dallas residents, have been proud owners of the copy center since 2002. We offer a variety of services. Stop by and let us show you how we can help you enhance your projects.

Terri Pope

Terri Pope

Color Laser Printing | Color Copies | High Speed B&W Copies | Scanning | Laminating | Fax Service | Design Binding-Spiral & Comb | Cutting & Folding | Enlargements & Reproductions | Labels | Rubber Stamps | UPS Shipper

Dallas School District Board of Directors

Michael Bollman

Rob Ogilvie

Lu Ann Meyer

Matt Posey

Jon Woods

Centered on students, powered by collaboration, built on equity, and driven by excellence

111 SW Ash Street • Dallas, OR • 503-623-5594 • dallas.k12.or.us DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 27

503-623-FAST (3278) • www.FastOverheadDoor.com Kevin J. Minahan is the proud owner of Fast Overhead Door. Born and raised in Dallas, Kevin is dedicated to providing excellent garage door services for residents and businesses in the community. He brings over a decade of experience to every install, repair or maintenance project.

Fast Overhead Door offers a full line of garage door products and accessories. They can help you find the right product for your specific needs of your home or business. From garage door sales and installation to routine maintenance and repairs, you can look to them for all of your garage door needs. They even offer 24/7 emergency service.

Fast Overhead Door is your locally owned and operated garage door specialist. Give them a call for all of your garage door needs.

Kevin Minahan - CCB#195532

Call today for your FREE consultation!

503.949.6302

Connor, Cindy, Jeff

J

eff Laeng is your local Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist. He is state and nationally licensed to provide home financing services and enjoys assisting local residents. Jeff, a Polk County resident, can help you achieve financial independence through home ownership and restructuring of your current mortgage. Serving the community for over 18 years, Jeff is there for you every step of the way to help navigate your most important transaction and make sure it is a smooth process. If you want someone who cares about your long term financial needs, then look no further. Jeff has been successful in both the rough and strong economic times, and will help you achieve success regardless of market conditions.

Proudly Serving Polk County for Over 18 Years!

269 N. Pacific Hwy Monmouth, OR 97361 | 503.949.6302 | NMLS#273136 | NMLS#237701

JLAENG@AVENUEMORTGAGE.NET | jefflaeng.com 28 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023

DALLAS

• • • •

Our belief is that healing is a whole body and mind experience

• Bemer Therapy • Detox Foot Baths • Herbal remedies • Dried Herbs

• • • •

• Essential Oils • Teaching Clinics • Soaps • Plants

• • • •

• Jewelry • Crystals & Stones • Massage Therapy • Lending Library

Open Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm 144 SE Clay St. Dallas | www.nanashouseapothecary.com | 503-837-1098

Who’s Who in Polk County 2022 From Our Family To Yours Step back in time as you browse our historic building. It has been the local feed store since 1918. But don’t expect out-of-date products and attitudes.

Bring us your problems, we’ll offer up-to-date, healthy solutions.

We’re a family business, proudly serving local families like yours.

Whether you’re looking for horse feed, fertilizer, pet food, garden seed, wood pellets, unique gift ideas or anything in-between, we’re here to help you select the right product for your needs and then carry it to your car.

We have something for everyone, even if your “farm” is the size of a planter box.

Depend on the familiar, local, family faces at Old Mill Feed & Garden; here to serve you from 8:30 to 6:00 weekdays and 8:30 to 5:00 Saturdays.

Left to right: Rebekah, Brandon, Collette, Andy, Christie and Jon

1313 Main Street in Dallas | 503-831-1222 | oldmillfeed.com

Automotive Repair Shop

MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00am - 5:30pm

161 SW Washington St, Dallas, OR 97338 • 503-420-4529 Authenticautomotive@gmail.com DALLAS 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 29

24 HOUR EMERGENC Y SERVICE

Water heaters | Any Leaks Drain Cleaning | Faucets/Baths/Sinks | Toilet Repair & Replacement New Construction . Remodels . Repairs Service . Troubleshooting

FREE ESTIMATES WITH UP FRONT PRICING! RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL SERVING POLK COUNTY | 503.508.7126 | CCB#171465 30 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023

DALLAS

Homes Land Farm Properties Distressed Properties New Construction

Debbie Butler

Licensed Broker in Oregon

503.580-3211

dbutlerbroker@gmail.com www.debbiebutlerbroker.com

Serving Dallas, Monmouth and the Willamette Valley

debbiebutlerbroker.com

Dr. Weston Morrill, DMD

289 E. Ellendale, Suite 201, Dallas, OR

503-623-6616

“Quality Care With a Gentle Touch” Providing General dentistry for the entire family, Dr. Morrill also specializes in preventive and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Morrill and his friendly staff are happy to help make your dental experience comfortable and exciting.

“Se Habla Espanol”

L to R: Dr Morrill, Andrea Barnhart, Shonie Pittman, Jennifer Welch, Theresa Labrado, Shelly Mason

SENIORS, ARE YOU NEW TO DALLAS OR JUST TRYING TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF YOUR LIFE? Dallas Senior Center is designed to provide a variety of services and programs to the older population of the Dallas Area. Our goal is to enhance social interaction to create a better mental outlook and physical health in a relaxing and fun environment.

Come Join the Activities: Low Impact Exercise, Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Canasta, Four Handed Pinochle, Bunco, Craft & Needle Group, Mahjongg, Genealogy Group, Bingo w/dinner, Karaoke, Alzheimer's Support Group, Chili & Chat, Listening Ear, Cribbage and Table Games.

Both Experts and Novices are always welcome. Stop by and have a cup of coffee. Dallas Senior Membership is only $20.00 a year with added benefits.

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DALLAS SENIOR CENTER

817 SW Church St. | 503.623.8554

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Simplifying property management by offering a wide range of services that Simplifying are sure to fit your needs.

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Providing Owners

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WE MAKE YOUR HOUSE, INTO THEIR HOME. Family owned and operated

Here at Best Property Company we pride ourselves on integrity, speed, and efficient housing practices.

Previously known as Angor LLC, Best Property Company has been family owned and operated since 2012.

Owner, Cole Bestes transitioned to Property Management after working with Angor as a licensed and bonded general contractor. This maintenance knowledge helps us provide the best preservation of the homes we manage. Co-Owner, Teri Bestes works diligently at Best Property Company and also as a behavior specialist for people with developmental disabilities with a state non-profit.

We are eager to continue to serve this community for many years to come,

Cole and Teri Bestes

WE MAKE YOUR HOUSE, INTO THEIR HOME.

Family owned and operated

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DALLAS

Meet Independence Mayor & City Council Mayor

Councilor

John McArdle

Shannon Corr

Councilor

Councilor

Marilyn Morton

Dawn Roden

Councilor

Councilor

Tom Takacs

Sarah Jobe

Councilor

Councilor

Kathy Martin-Willis

Kate Schwarzler

555 S MAIN ST, INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351 | (503) 623‑2338

At Independence Dental,

my caring staff and I strive to provide you with high quality dental services. Our friendly staff work to make your visit as comfortable as possible. If desired we have nitrous oxide gas or relaxing pills available for use during your visit. We provide

most dental services right here in our office including cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, bonding and esthetic veneers. We have been serving the community in this same location since 1985.

We look forward to serving you.

Kenneth R. Winokur DMD

329 South Main Street | Independence

Daytime & Evening

appointments available!

503-838-1633 MOBILITY ACCESS OPTIONS NW At MAO NW, we have over 40 years' experience in the mobility industry. We provide straight and curved stairlifts, ramps, patient lifts, and vertical platform lifts for homes, schools, and businesses throughout Western Oregon. We also sell and repair wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and canes!

Give us a call or stop by our showroom to see how we can help you regain your mobility freedom!

971-304-7464 155 E STREET INDEPENDENCE CCB# 187428

WWW.MAO-NW.COM

K Insurance Group is a partnership between co-founder Karen Frascone, also known as “the purple lady,” and Kristin Thomas, offering more than 33 years of combined experience providing clients with the highest level of education, support and choice in all levels of health and life insurance.

The partnership was formed to allow the agency to focus entirely on health and life insurance, with a detailed understanding of the Affordable Care Act, the American Rescue Plan of 2021 and changes to Medicare.

503-838-4006 • kinsuregroup.com 1327 Monmouth St E • Independence

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INDEPENDENCE

We carry Garden Compost, Garden blended mixes, Compost blended soil for your lawns, Several sizes of Round Rock for your lawn decor needs. We carry 2 different Dry River Bed mixes of Round Rock & Crushed Rock for Driveways.

Call to schedule a delivery. U-haulers welcome. Call for directions.

TRAMMART NEWS SERVICE

Reporting the News in Independence for Six Years and Counting.

MINET makes plans to begin repayment on debt owed to cities…

Santa Train returns to Independence… Coming out of Covid: Central School District 13J wrestles with low test scores and other issues…

Feature Profile: Polk County’s Presiding Judge, Norm Hill… The 20th

Anniversary of Indy’s Ghost Walk was full of spirit… Traffic safety, environmental issues and housing updates for Independence… City shuts Independence pool after boiler breakdown, reopening unlikely…

Spring brings news of a tree, a bird, a weed and an aquatic nuisance

Get Informed about Independence on the Indy page of The Itemizer-Observer. facebook.com/trammartnews | from Trammart News & Publishing

Delivering Innovative Technology Since 2006

MINET is a fiber-to-the-home provider of internet and voice services, dually-owned by the cities of Monmouth and Independence, Oregon.

We strive to make the services we provide the best in the market and a truly one of a kind experience.

While our service is second to none, what really sets us apart from the competition is our support.

To find out more, please visit minetfiber.com 405 N Hog a n Rd M onmouth, O R 97361 503.837.0700

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INDEPENDENCE

Meet Monmouth Mayor & City Council Mayor

Councilor

Cecelia Koontz

Jon Carey

Councilor

Councilor

Rebecca Salinas-Oliveros

Christopher Lopez

Councilor

Councilor

Carol McKiel

John Oberst

Councilor Roxanne Beltz

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MONMOUTH

Haugen’s Galleri Portrait Studio Changing Things Up

Photography that Makes YouLo

Photography that Makes YouLook Good

Galleri studio Portrait Studio has been a part of the life of Po Neil and Miriam HaugenHaugen's opened a photography on Powell Street in Monmouth in 1977.

A year later, they moved 40 ontoyears.

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They (right next toBarbara Storey’s Rum Cakes).

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We have options for locations that include a wide variety of indoor and photography. outdoor settings,” according to Miriam Haugen.

No matter what your need, the Haugens will make you No matter matter what what your your need, need, the the Haugens Haugens will will make make you you look look good. good.

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Michelle Hasbrook, DMD

120 Atwater St. N, Monmouth 503.838.2998 CentralDentalMonmouth.com

Serving Polk County for 20 YEARS!

ACCEPTED

Atwater St N

State Farm Main St E

• Michelle Hasbrook, DMD is now Central Dental.

• Same great people & location, new name!

• Accepting new patients.

C reek A sh Animal Clinic

194 S. Main St. • Independence 503-838-5325 • ashcreekanimalclinic.com Laura Archer, D.V.M. Robert Archer, D.V.M. Diane Alexander, D.V.M. BBack row L to R: Dr Kristin Wineinger, Dr Bob Archer, Dr Laura Archer (with Vazi), Stephanie, Cyndi, Dr Diane Alexander. Front row L to R: Elizabeth, Julie (with Dug). Not pictured: Eric, Wendy, Teri, Amy, Deb

Ash Creek Animal Clinic is a full service veterinary clinic and provide medical, surgical and dental care for dogs, cats and exotic pets. We are located in downtown Independence in the historic Oddfellows Hall, across from Riverview Park.

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MCMINNVILLE

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West Salem & Greater Polk

The sooner you contact us, the more we can help.

You can call us anytime to learn more about our range of supportive services for the whole family.

• Hospice Care • Grief Care • Supportive Care • Tokarski Home Experience.

503.588.3600 or visit wvh.org

Previously known as Willamette Valley Hospice

AT YOUR SIDE FOR 45 YEARS.

We offer everything you need to honor and celebrate a life.

Privately owned and operated

Pre-Planning Your Final Funeral, Cremation or Burial Arrangement is a Most Precious Gift Only You Can Give Your Loved Ones.

Affordable Burial & Cremation Services Serving All Faiths & Cemeteries Personalized Granite & Bronze Markers Pre-Planning with Payment Options RESTLAWN MEMORY GARDENS & FUNERAL HOME 201 OAK GROVE RD. NW SALEM, OR 97304

503-585-1373

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Se Habla Español FARNSTROM MORTUARY 410 MONMOUTH STREET INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351

503-838-1414

WWW.FARNSTROMMORTUARY.COM

KEIZER FUNERAL CHAPEL 4365 RIVER ROAD N. KEIZER, OR 97303

503-393-7037

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WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK

P.O. Box 67 Monmouth, OR 97361 503-623-6251

E-mail: pchsoregon@gmail.com www.polkcountyhistoricalsociety.org

Visit the Polk County Museum 560 Pacific Highway, Rickreall Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-4pm Closed major holidays. 503-623-6251

Step Into Polk County’s Past

Step into the shoes of Polk County pioneers. Learn about how logging and farming shaped Polk County, and the Native Americans who came before the pioneers.

Visit the Historic Brunk Farmstead 5705 Highway 22, Salem Please check our website for our hours and programs :

polkcountyhistoricalsociety.org

Call to schedule a tour or reserve the sites for your event WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK 2023 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 43

Proudly serving Rickreall, Dallas and the Polk County communities since 1947.

(rear) Chad Hochstetler, Peter McPartlin, Judy Ericksen, Tony Robinson, Matt Tindle, John Hochstetler, (center) Susan Stinson, Jeff Stevenson, Brett Hochstetler, (front) Glen Headings

Rickreall Farm Supply is a full-service tractor, light construction and outdoor power equipment dealership. We stock a full lineup of Kubota tractors, utility vehicles and riding mowers; Wacker Neuson excavators, wheel loaders and light equipment. Also, we carry Woods and Land Pride implements and are also a STIHL Elite outdoor power equipment dealer. Our factorytrained service technicians can service many brands of tractors and small engines and we keep a large parts inventory on hand to minimize down time.

130 MAIN STREET • RICKREALl • 503.623.2365 • WWW.RICKFARM.COM State Represenative Paul Evans House District 20

Paul Evans represents House District 20, which includes Monmouth, Independence, West Salem and South Salem. He is a teacher and a 20-year military veteran. If you are in need of support or resources or are interested in learning how you can help in our community, please contact our legislative office.

503.986.1420 Rep.PaulEvans@oregonlegislature.gov 900 Court Street NE H-471 Salem, OR 97301 www.oregonlegislature.gov/evans 44 | WHO’S WHO IN POLK COUNTY | 2023

WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK

• City Wide Sale!

July 28 & 29, 2023

Willamina Museum

• Old Fashioned 4th of July: 74th year!

Logging Show, Music & More! Largest Fireworks show in West Valley!

Parade at 6:00 pm • 31st Coastal Hills Art Tour, Quilt Show & Sale Nov. 10 & 11, 2023

Huddleston Pond

WillaminaOregon.gov

Sponsored by the Economic Improvement District (EID), Willamina Coastal Hills Chamber of Commmerce and City of Willamina

SW POLK FIRE

THERE’S A FIGHTER IN YOU Being a volunteer emergency responder is about one thing. It's not what you look like, what degree you have, or where you come from. It's about heart.

If you've got the heart to serve this community in a way that few can, you've got everything we need.

R EADY TO LEAR N MO R E? SW Polk Fire District

(503) 925-4275 | https://www.swpolkfd.org/volunteer

Student Success Starts Here • Quality education • Affordable tuition • Wide variety of classes and degrees • Daytime and evening classes • Convenient location • Professional, caring staff

Start Your Success Story at Chemeketa Polk Center

2023-24 Term Start Dates April 3, 2023—Spring June 26, 2023—Summer September 25, 2023—Fall January 8, 2024—Winter

go.chemeketa.edu/polk Email: polkcenter@chemeketa.edu 1340 SE Holman Ave., Dallas • 503.623.5567

Prepare for tomorrow, TODAY EO/AA/ADA/Title IX institution

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Advertiser Index DALLAS

Keller William | The Journey Home Team

19

Best Property Co.

32

HomeSmart Realty Group | Donna Graham

20

Jiffy Lube Multicare

48

Emurgent Care

20

Willamette Valley Fiber

20

Dallas & Godsey Secure Storage

21

Independence Dental | Kenneth R. Winokur D.M.D

34

Washington Street Steakhouse & Pub

22

Mobility Access Options NW

34

Polk IO Radio & News

22

Grossman & Weston Gravel, Inc.

34

Dallas Automotive Service

23

Trammart News Service

35

Elegant Floral

23

MINET

35

24

Rookies Sports Tap/Arena Sports Bar

36

MONMOUTH

2

Westside Pacific Family Restaurant & Saloon

3

Peak Heating & Air

4

HomeSmart Realty Group

5

The City of Dallas

9

Karma Coffee

10

The Car Shop

10

Edward Jones | Bob Timmerman

11

First American Title

11

Dallas Community Foundation

The Shabby Barn

11

Ole Bergman Excavating Inc.

24

Citizens Bank

12

Technical Genius Solutions

24

Keller Williams | Cornerstone Team

12

Dallas Retirement Village

25

Brixius Jewelers

12

Horsepower Real Estate

26

Grandma’s Attic Sewing Emporium

13

Scentsy | Kristie Schoonover

26

Polk Soil & Water Conservation District

13

Evangelical Bible Church

26

Heartstrings Florist & Artisans

13

Polk Veterinary Clinic

27

Coho Realty | Shawn Shukle

14

Tipps Printing & Copies

27

Wall Insurance

14

Dallas School District Board of Directors

27

Hope Orthopedics

14

Fast Overhead Door

28

WEST SALEM & GREATER POLK COUNTY

Heirloom Woodworks

15

Avenue Mortgage

28

Willamette Vital Health

42

Bollman Funeral Home

15

Nana’s House Apothecary & Wellness

29

Farnstrom Mortuary

42

Cascade Home Center

16

Old Mill Feed & Garden

29

State Farm | Wes Ferguson

43

Home Comfort Heating & Air Conditioning

17

Authentic Automotive Repair Shop

29

Polk County Historical Society

43

The Shaggy Dog

18

Dallas Aquatic Center

30

Rickreall Farm Supply

44

Dallas Downtown Association

18

Out West Plumbing

30

State Representative Paul Evans

44

State Representative Anna Scharf

18

eXp Realty | Debbie Butler

31

City of Willamina

45

Dallas Food Bank

19

Dr. Weston K. Morrill D.M.D General Dental

31

SW Polk Fire District

45

Farmers Insurance | Zachary Steele

19

Dallas Senior Center

31

Chemeketa Community College | Polk

45

WHO’S

Forest River Inc.

WHO IN POLK COUNTY 2023

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INDEPENDENCE

Petals & Vines

38

State Farm | Mike Eckman

38

Haugen’s Galleri

39

Central Dental

39

Ash Creek Animal Clinic

39

Grain Station Brew Works

40

Published by The Itemizer-Observer Printed by Eagle Web Press 147 SE Court Street | Dallas, OR 503.623.2373 www.polkio.com Stop by or give us a call to be featured in next year’s issue!

GOVERNOR

U.S. CONGRESS

POLK COUNTY

Gov. Kate Brown (Dem.)

Sen. Ron Wyden (Dem.)

Board of Commissioners

Office of the Governor 900 Court St. NE, Ste. 254 Salem, OR 97301 503-378-4582 E-mail: via website, http://governor.oregon.gov/

STATE LEGISLATORS Sen. Dick Anderson (District 5, Republican) State Capitol 900 Court St. NE, S-417 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1705 sen.dickanderson@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/anderson Sen. Brian Boquist (District 12, Independent) State Capitol 900 Court St. NE, S-311 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1712 sen.brianboquist@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/boquist Sen. Deb Patterson (District 10, Democrat) State Capitol 900 Court St. NE, H-281 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1710 sen.debpatterson@oregonlegislature.gov www.oregonlegislature.gov/patterson

221 Dirksen SOB Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-5244 Fax: 202-228-2717 Salem office: 707 13th St. SE, Suite 285 Salem, OR 97301 Phone: 503-589-4555 Email: via website, www.wyden.senate.gov Sen. Jeff Merkley (Dem.) 313 Hart SOB Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-3753 Fax: 202-228-3997 Salem office: 161 High St. SE, Ste. 250 Salem, OR 97301 Phone: 503-362-8102 Email: via website, www.merkley.senate.gov Rep. Kurt Schrader (Dem.) 2431 Rayburn HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-5711 Fax: 202-225-5699 Salem office: 530 Center St. NE, Ste. 415 Salem, OR 97301 Phone: 503-588-9100 Fax: 503-588-5517 Email: via website, www.schrader.house.gov

850 Main St. Dallas, OR 97338 Phone: 503-623-8173 www.co.polk.or.us

CITIES Dallas 187 SE Court St. Dallas, OR 97338 503-623-2338 www.ci.dallas.or.us Falls City 299 Mill St. Falls City, OR 97344 503-787-3631 www.fallscityoregon.gov Independence 555 S. Main St. Independence, OR 97351 503-838-1212 www.ci.independence.or.us Monmouth 151 W. Main St. Monmouth, OR 97361 503-838-0722 www.ci.monmouth.or.us

Rep. Paul Evans (District 20, Democrat) State Capitol 900 Court St. NE, H-378 Salem, OR 97301 503-986-1420 rep.paulevans@state.or.us www.oregonlegislature.gov/evans

GOVERNMENT

Visit Jiffy Lube for all your Automotive maintenance needs!

Offering Oil Changes, Brakes, Tires, Alignment, Transmission and Radiator Services, Jiffy Lube is ready to service your vehicle, all without an appointment!

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