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Aid and assist hearing begins this week BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

ST. HELENS — More than two years after the fatal shooting of Rainier Police Chief Ralph Painter, attorneys will head back to court to once again Daniel Butts tackle the issue of accused killer Daniel Butts’ mental competency. “I just spoke with the defense attorney and we have our schedules all worked out,” said Columbia County District Attorney Steve Atchison. “With the exception of a couple of potential glitches, everything should happen [Wednesday] and Thursday.” Although Atchison is ready to be in court on Feb. 20, he said there’s always the possibility the court dates could be rescheduled at the last minute. In fact, that’s exactly what happened the last time Butts was scheduled to appear at an aid and assist hearing last November. Prior to Nov. 28, 2012, scheduled hearings, attorneys for Butts filed three motions in the case pertaining to the use of a stun belt; whether Butts should be housed in the Columbia County Jail or at another jail; and requesting a guardian be appointed because of Butts’ alleged mental status. See HEARING, Page A4

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Turning back time BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

ST. HELENS — It has been awhile since the clock tower at the Columbia County Courthouse has greeted visitors with the time on any of the tower’s four clock faces or with the hourly bell ring. Within the next few weeks that should all change. Thanks to lots of volunteers, generation donations from local businesses and some hard work, the clock tower is being restored to its former glory. “It’s something that when you talk to Olde Towne

residents they miss. They miss the bell. They miss the clock,” said Columbia County Commissioner Henry Heimuller. “It worked up until just a few years ago and people miss it.” Built at the turn of the century by the Seth Thomas Clock Company, the internal clock workings are housed in a special room in the attic of the old courthouse. An intricate system of wires and counter weights then runs up through the tower, first to the bell, and then one more floor up to the four clock faces. “I’ve been told its one of only two west of the Mississippi [River] of this similar design,” said Heimuller. Not surprisingly, there are

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Within the next few weeks, the west facing clock at the old Columbia County Courthouse will once again greet visitors with the time. The remaining clock faces are also being restored to working order.

few people left in the United States who can fully repair the clock and parts even have to be hand machined. In fact, new hands are being

made by Pacific Stainless in St. Helens to replace the original wood hands. The four glass clock faces are being cleaned and

restored and one, which was recently damaged by what is believed to have been

See CLOCK, Page A4

Columbia River PUD takes home top Chamber award BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

ST. HELENS — Columbia River PUD was named as the business of the year at the South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce annual awards ceremony on Feb. 7. Columbia River PUD was presented with the HF McCormick Business of the Year Award for 2012. “The HF McCormick award for business of the year is pretty exciting. This went to a business that gets hit up more than any other business in the community and delivers; whether it be school events, whether it be chamber events, or whether it be community events,” said Chamber president Trent Dolyniuk. “Their employees out in the community are a great representation of the community and always a pleasure to be around.” General Manager Kevin Owens accepted the award from Dolyniuk. “It’s nice to know so many of you as customers but it’s even more important to me that I can consider so many of you as friends. That’s the nature of Columbia County. That’s why it’s such a great place to live and such a great place to work,” said Owens upon accepting the award. See PUD, Page A4

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Kevin Owens, general manager for Columbia River PUD, accepts the Business of the Year award from South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce President Trent Dolyniuk during the groups annual awards ceremony on Feb. 7.

Ambre’s plans for coal export terminals based on risky finances, says report BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

This is the first of a two-part story about a recently released analysis conducted by Sightline Institute of Seattle focusing on Ambre Energy’s coal prospects. Next week we will present a response to the report from Ambre officials. Ambre Energy, the Australia-based company currently developing the Morrow Pacific Project coal export terminal at Port Westward in Clatskanie, and Port Morrow in Boardman, Ore., faces mounting financial, regulatory and other challenges that make it unlikely to deliver on its promises in the U.S., according to a new report from the Sightline Institute. Sightline, a nonprofit environmental think tank based in Seattle, said its report catalogues a number of money woes for the company, including money-losing coal mines, large writeoffs for failed overseas ventures, major

liabilities for mine cleanup and pensions, troubled assets, high borrowing costs, along with a need for $1 billion in new capital to make its coal projects financially viable. Among the issues plaguing Ambre, says Sightline, are accumulated losses of more than $124 million (in Australian dollars) since being founded in 2005; bringing in less than $7 million in revenues in the same period; and a record of borrowing money with high annual interest rates of 10–12 percent. The 17-page report, authored by Sightline researcher Clark WilliamsDerry and titled “Ambre Energy: Caveat Investor,” states, “Ambre Energy barely qualifies as a coal company. The company’s annual reports reveal that the Australian-based venture has never made a profit, and has virtually no track record in mining or selling coal, either in the U.S. or abroad.” The report also says Ambre’s recently acquired U.S. mining operations have “hemorrhaged money” and that one of the company’s two mines recently announced plans to lay off nearly half its

workforce. Other troubles listed in the report include “massive liabilities” from its purchase of U.S. assets that have mine acquisition, reclamation, pension and medical obligation costs of at least $240 million; more than $1 billion in capital needs for additional financing to move coal export plans forward; a failed overseas venture after an Australian territory blocked Ambre’s proposed coal-to-liquids venture resulting in a $10.7 million loss. Williams-Derry says anyone banking on Ambre’s success should take heed. “Potential investors in Ambre, as well as the communities and businesses hoping to benefit fromthe firm’s business, would be wise to consider Ambre’s finances and troubled history before committing money or other resources to the company’s export ventures,” he said. “A look at Ambre’s financial statements reveals a sea of red ink. The company has never made a profit.” See AMBRE, Page A4

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contents of the room using a 1 ¾-attack line and booster tank water. After the fire was extinguished, smoke and heat damage was found throughout the home, which although vacant, was full with stored items. Fire officials said the most likely cause of the fire was a space heater being used in the area of origin that had a mattress leaned against it, which over time caused the combustion and was confirmed by the burn patterns and charring in the

area of origin. Once crews overhauled the structure, possession was turned back to the

owner, who was advised to keep the structure secure until insurance can view the property.

Columbia River Fire & Rescue CRF&R responded to 43 medical alarms for the week of

Police Reports St. Helens Police Department Feb. 2 – Mark William Mitschele, 38, was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Feb. 8 – A male juvenile was reported as a runaway. He later returned home. Feb. 9 – Lori Ann Bradford, 43, was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants, hit-and-run, and reckless driving following a motor vehicle accident. Feb. 9 – Police responded to a domestic disturbance in the 1000 block of Tualatin Street. Feb. 10 – Christopher John Powers, 39, was arrested for disorderly conduct and placing offensive substances on property. Feb. 11 – Rebecca Ann Durban, 57, was arrested on an outstanding Columbia County Circuit Court warrant. Feb. 11 – Odis Grant Payton

Jr., 63, was arrested on a St. Helens Municipal Court order. Feb. 12 – Jennifer Goodwin, 34, was cited for driving uninsured. Feb. 12 – A man reported items were stolen from his vehicle while it was parked at his residence. Feb. 12 – Joshua Matthew Edwards, 36, was cited for reckless driving, driving while suspended and failure to obey a traffic control device for an incident that occurred on Jan 15. Feb. 13 – Tom Duong was cited for driving while suspended. His vehicle was impounded. Scappoose Police Department Feb. 10 – Officers from the Scappoose Police Department assisted a deputy with a DRE investigation at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. Feb. 11 – Cody Hoglund,

24 was taking into custody for DUII, unlawful possession of heroin and unlawful distribution of heroin following a traffic stop on Highway 30 near EM Watts Road. Feb. 11 – Scappoose Police Department took a report of a theft III from the 33000 block of East Columbia Ave. Feb. 11 – Scappoose Police recovered a lost dog in the 51000 block of SE Second Street. The dog was taken to the Columbia County Animal Control office. MORE ONLINE Read more Police Reports at thechronicleonline.com

Feb. 11–17. Feb. 11 – Crews responded to 523 E Second Street to assist an invalid. Feb. 11– Firefighters responded to 34392 Millard Road at 1:50 p.m. for a structure fire involving an enclosed building. Feb. 11 – Crews were sent to 1020 Tualatin St., at 3:49 p.m. in response to a report of a structure fire involving an enclosed building. Feb. 12 – CRF&R responded to 1 Lewis & Clark Bridge at 10:43 a.m. in response to a noninjury, motor vehicle accident. Feb. 12 – CRF&R crews responded to the intersection of Columbia River Highway and Butterfield Road at 5:29 p.m. for a non-injury, motor vehicle accident. Feb. 12 – Firefighters were called to the intersection of Bishop Road and Nicolai Road at 9:07 p.m. for a non-injury, motor vehicle accident. Feb. 13 – Crews were called to 47 W. Seventh St., at 3:27 a.m. to assist an invalid. Feb. 13 – CRF&R crews were sent to 2545 Columbia Boulevard at 5:07 a.m. for a public service assistance call. MORE ONLINE Read more Fire Reports at thechronicleonline.com

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SCAPPOOSE — At 7:52 a.m. on Feb. 13, Scappoose Fire District was alerted to a structure fire located at 33485 Rosewood Lane. The structure turned out to be a vacant home currently being used as a storage building by the property owner, although the home did have power connected and turned on. Crews arrived at the home to find light smoke coming from the eves. Firefighters then extinguished the fire found in a single room and in the

Scappoose Fire District Feb. 11-15 – Units provided seven medical transports to hospitals and four medical assessments without transport. Feb. 11 – Units sent an engine and four crew members to assist CRF&R with a structure fire on Millard Road. Feb. 12 – Personnel assisted a resident on SW E.M. Watts Road. Feb. 13 – Units responded to a structure fire on Rosewood Lane. The structure was a vacant home being used as a storage building by its owner. Crews arrived to find light smoke coming from the eaves. The crews extinguished a single room and contents that suffered fire, smoke and heat damage throughout the house. The fire was most likely caused by a space heater that had a mattress leaning against it. Over time it caused combustion. This was confirmed by the burn patterns and charring in the area of the fire’s origin. Once crews overhauled the structures, possession was turned back to the owner. Scappoose Fire advised the homeowner to keep the structure secure until an insurance agent could view the property.

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New tool kit will help prepare for emergencies The Public Health Foundation of Columbia County will soon have a preparedness tool kit available with everything a family needs to know about preparing for the aftermath of a natural disaster. The tool kit will be available for the community in March. Anne Parrott, emergency preparedness coordinator for Public Health, said the tool kit contains information on how to evacuate or shelter in place, what materials every household should have to survive for 24 weeks if a natural disaster strikes and contact information for FEMA and the American Red Cross. The tool kit also has a CD with two PowerPoint presentations and discussion guides that are appropriate for use with a group. “There is a variety of handouts that can be copied, including a trifold with weekly steps for emergency preparedness to get the household ready,” said Parrott. Rolling out changes February is the month for the official roll-out of electronic medical records in the public health offices, the Rainier School-based Health Clinic, Spencer Health and Wellness in the Vernonia School District and the Vernonia Health Center. Staff completed hours of classroom and online training to prepare for the

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Public Health recently installed a new reader board that will announce public health messages, office hours, and other updates.

“dress rehearsal” on Feb. 19 and going “live” on Feb. 20. Eventually the St. Helens Sacajawea school-based clinic will also be on electronic records. Clients will also notice fresh paint and new clinic rooms as Public Health continues to update the clinic and get ready for electronic medical records. In the waiting room, the windows will all be replaced to be more secure and easier for staff to open and shut. A new reader board will announce Public Health messages, office hours and other

Student Achievements Pacific University The following Pacific University students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2012 semester 2012. These students are among 284 of Pacific’s 1,700 undergraduate students to achieve this high academic honor. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must achieve a

term grade-point average 3.70 (4.00 scale) and complete 12 or more graded hours: Christopher Eddy, of Rainier; Cassandra Hart Beehler, of St. Helens; Bridget Daly, of Scappoose; Jacob Davison, of Scappoose; Nicholas Greenwood, of Scappoose; Jassa Gunn, of Scappoose; and Alec Bowcock, of Warren.

Military News Keevin G. Lane Army Spec. Keevin G. Lane has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners. Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the

borders of the United States. U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian Peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe. Lane is a gunner assigned to the 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. He has served in the military for two years. He is the son of Katarina and Scott Haseman of Rainier. The specialist is a 2010 graduate of Kelso High School, in Kelso, Wash.

updates while new customer windows will be installed in the waiting room. Helping with re-start Two organizations have contributed funding to help the Vernonia Clinic re-start with the Public Health 02-20-13as 4x15 Pres Sale Foundation the medical sponsor.

Care Oregon and Greater Oregon Behavioral Health Inc., (GOBHI) each contributed $10,000 to the Public Health Foundation for startup operational costs. Nurse Practitioner Dr. Tera Roberts will provide services with medical asCont:Layout 1 2/18/13 9:56 sistant Laura Onderdonk beginning in February.

WARREN — It might not seem like the time of year for a barn fire but that’s just what firefighters found when they responded to a fire call in Warren on Feb. 11. Columbia River Fire & Rescue crews were called to the fire just before 2 p.m. When they arrived, they found a single story, storage shed attached to a large arena and stable barn with smoke coming from the structure. the first engine AM Crews Page from 1 to arrive got into the structure

quickly and put the fire out. It appears the fire was started with a propane torch that had been used on the exterior of the structure earlier in the morning for vegetation control. The contents of the structure were stored hay and bedding used for the horses. Fire loss to the contents was estimated at $1,000 with an additional $1,000 loss to the structure. The property owner is Cathy Brown.

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HEARING: attorneys claim Butts has mental disorder “They had filed a mandaemus to order the jail, the sheriff in particular, to do or not do certain things in a way they thought should be done. But they decided at the last minute not to file that,” said Atchison. Now that those issues seem to be out of the way, Atchison said both sides are ready to proceed. Butts’ second aid and assist hearing is scheduled for Feb. 20-21. “We’re bringing witnesses in from all over,” Atchsion said. “And they all have different schedules.” Among those witnesses will be a total of five psychiatrists; three testifying for the prosecution and two, including Dr. Jerry Larson who testified in Butts’ first aid and assist hearing, testifying for the defense. Butts, 23, is charged with aggravated murder in the Jan. 5, 2011 death of Painter. If found competent, Butts could

face the death penalty. Butts was also indicted by a Columbia County grand jury of attempted aggravated murder, robbery, burglary, theft and unauthorized use of a vehicle. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges filed against him. Atchison is hopeful the outcome of this aid and assist hearing will be much the same as the first hearing. After two days of testimony from a state psychologist, Larsen – a Portlandarea psychiatrist, and the two police officers that assisted in interviewing Butts following his arrest, Circuit Court Judge Ted Grove ruled on Feb. 1, 2012, that Butts was mentally competent to aid and assist in his own defense. But just two months later, Grove ordered Butts back to the Oregon State Hospital for further evaluation after the accused killer repeatedly stabbed himself in the head with a pencil, then refused medical treatment. Attorneys for Butts have

stated numerous times that Butts suffers from some form of mental illness, most likely schizophrenia or a similar disorder. His attorneys have said Butts was mentally ill at the time of the shooting and continues to suffer from that mental illness, making him unable to assist in his own defense. In his ruling, Grove ordered anti-psychotic medication prescribed by Larsen be provided to Butts. However, Butts has continued to refuse treatment. “We had an aid and assist hearing a few months ago and the judge ruled that he was able to aid and assist. Then on his own motion, the judge had him re-committed to the hospital for further evaluation. We’re now going to litigate the results of that evaluation,” said Atchison. Attorneys for Butts have also filed a motion for a change of venue, a practice Atchison called standard in more serious cases.

PUD: award named after HF McCormick From PAGE A1

The Business of the Year Award is named after HF McCormick who started the St. Helens Lumber Company, the St. Helens Ship Building Company, the St. Helens Tie & Lumber Company, Island Lumber Company, St. Helens Wood Products, Columbia County Mill, St. Helens Pulp & Paper, Fir-Tex Insulating Board Company, and St. Helens Light & Power Company. The award is presented to a business that has achieved business excellence. The selection criteria includes: demonstrated ethics and integrity in business practices; leadership and excellence through customer service, employee development, safety, creativity and innovation; and commitment to supporting and promoting South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce activities. t2:Layout 1 2/21/12 3:24 PM Page 1

“Selecting the PUD for this award was an easy consideration for the Chamber,” said Dolyniuk. “Over the years, the PUD has developed a community-minded culture that is evident down to the very last employee. It can be felt by everyone who deals with the PUD.” Owens also talked about the importance of community, an ideal he says his fellow employees take to heart, that and remembering that Columbia River PUD is actually owned by its customers. “The fact that we can provide heat for your house, lights for your businesses, coolant and refrigeration and on and on is an important job we take seriously,” Owens said. “This award represents all the hard work and care that PUD employees and board members invest into our community… It’s

our customers’ way of saying ‘Thank You’ for keeping the lights on and giving back to the community.” Other award winners included: Swep Morton Jr. Award (Chairman’s Award) went to the Columbia Aviation Center; Kiwanis Distinguished Service Award went to Carolyn Shoemaker; Scappoose Club Outstanding Member Award went to Nicole Camberg; St. Helens School District Educator of the Year Award went to Andy Croley, principal of St. Helens High School; Scappoose School District Educator of the Year went to Jeanne Palin; the Henry Knighton Award (Citizen of the Year - St. Helens) went to Kathy Bauska of Community Meals on Wheels; and the James Grant Watts Award (Citizen of the Year - Scappoose) went to Fred Bernet of Bernet Farms.

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a BB gun pellet, is being replaced. The clock faces are being reworked and repainted by Fritz-Fritz’s Clock Shop. “We started working on this right after I got into office and it’s been done mostly with all volunteer hours,” Heimuller said. Preserving Columbia County’s history is something Heimuller takes to heart and is something he

hopes to eventually see take a prominent role. Currently, the Columbia County Museum Association houses its collection on the second floor of the old courthouse and is open on Wednesday afternoons and for special events. “We’re hoping to acquire the old Deer Island school and move there so that everything here can be adequately displayed,” he said. Heimuller is proud of the work the all-volunteer staff has done and commends

them for their efforts in keeping Columbia County’s history from being lost. “They’re very intrepid, very focused on preservation – doing the right stuff. They’re great people,” Heimuller said. He hopes one day the St. Helens location will be as robust as the historical society’s Vernonia location. “In Vernonia, we have a whole museum – three stories, a full size building,” Heimuller said.

AMBRE: coal companies see future in Asia From PAGE A1

Ambre’s financial woes aren’t unusual for coal companies, said Sightline Executive Director Alan Durning. “The struggles of the U.S. coal industry have been thoroughly documented. Domestic coal sales are down, prices are soft and profits are flagging. Most major coal compay stocks have tanked,” Durning said. “But the industry still speaks with optimism about the prospects for exporting U.S. coal to

overseas markets, particularly in Asia.” Durning added that the stated optimism of coal companies has led to an increase in new proposals for coal export terminals. “In its attempts to gain community support for its projects, Ambre has claimed it will serve as a reliable employer and stable partner. To raise capital, the company talks confidently about its coal export business plan,” Durning said. But Durning said those

in the communities Ambre is proposing to set up shop really know very little about the company or its operations and should be wary of false claims. “Ambre Energy is a very dicey proposition for investors. State and local governments and potential business partners should be aware of the severe financial risks the company carries.” The report is available online at sightline.org/ambre, “Ambre Energy: Caveat Investor.”

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Letters Which Americans? In response to the guest editorial “Putting the Second Amendment into historical context” (The Chronicle, Feb. 6), the author implies that as long as we’re Americans there will never be a complete ban on guns. This seems to suggest that the Second Amendment is iron clad and more resistant to change or abolishment than any others. Are these the same Americans that confiscate the personal property of others and without due compensation, auction it off to the public? The same Americans who legislate legal extortion and stack the deck against the indigent uninformed masses yet refuse to stand accountable to their own mandates? The same Americans whose baseless allegations can raise the bail of a clueless defendant to over a million dollars? Better still, the same Americans who sanction children being tried as adults in a court of law. Under the guise of peace and safety, the authorities, largely unimpeded, have violated the last line of the Fifth Amendment, all of the Eighth Amendment and God knows what else in order to maintain control. Lets face it, people with guns are more of a liability than an asset to a government more interested in ruling than serving. In that context, what’s to prevent these opportunistic drones (citing national security for example) from issuing an all out ban on personal firearms?

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Certainly not the American sheeple! James Harris, Scappoose Issues overlooked It has been over a month since the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School and with the pushing and shoving going on in Washington D.C., clear ideas in what the problems that caused the attack are either being overlooked or thrown out altogether. The main problem was that the shooter, years before, had been recognized with mental issues at school and instead of his parents addressing his mental issues he was removed from school and the available professionals to be home schooled and isolated from society. The secondary problem was the fact that the shooter’s mother, knowing that her son had issues, purchased firearms and even took her son to the firing range to practice, and that the firearms were not secured at home from unauthorized access by her son. In summation, the parents (mother) failed to recognize the severity of the problem(s) and properly seek the professional help that was available in the community. The parents (mother) failed to properly secure their (her) weapons. Being that the shooter was removed from school before the problems could be identified, he still could have passed the background check. The guns used were purchased by the moth-

er, legally; after she passed a background therefore no gun laws were broken. For years I have supported limitations on gun ownership, for example assault style firearms should be restricted to police, military and honorably discharged veterans only. I personally favor smaller magazines for handguns with capacities no larger than 10 rounds. And that I support banning police from carrying .223 caliber assault weapons, which rounds tumble through tissue upon impact causing devastating wounds; instead they should be carrying weapons with 6.5 mm caliber or larger, I would recommend an HK MP5 or MP5/10 (9mm/10mm) with 16-inch barrels. Public safety should be the number one priority. In addition police should be restricted from wearing military style uniforms; today some police officers resemble Nazi SS storm troopers rather than friendly neighborhood police officers. Currently, I am 100 percent disabled veteran with 12 years of military service, including 19 months and 8 days of combat in Vietnam. After my discharge, I served four years and six months in law enforcement providing security at the chemical depot in eastern Oregon. My last civilian employment before being placed on military disability was as a clerk in a sporting goods department at a major retailer. While hundreds of customers considered me the “Gun Man,” I am personally prejudiced on

what weapons I own. After years of carrying an M-16 (civilian AR-15) I have no use for them, not for hunting, sport or combat; there are better weapons available and better calibers than the .223. The Second Amendment guarantees citizens the

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the U.S. Constitution, it should be the legality of the 14th and 17th Amendments, which together has created the professional politicians we have today. Joe Bill Turner, Columbia City

Legislative News BY REP. BRAD WITT Feb. 15, 2013

It’s our second week of session, but the activity level feels like we have been here for much longer than that. I think that the Legislative Days that we have during the interim really do help us to get up to speed much quicker than we used to, and we are already into some very substantive issues. One of these is the subject of human trafficking. I have introduced HB 2395, which I hope will help us curb this horrifying crime. Following is my testimony before the House Judiciary Committee that will give you some background on the issue and explain what I am hoping to achieve: “Mr. Chairman, Members of the Committee, I am appearing today in support of HB 2395, a bill that creates a five-member task force on human trafficking. The task force would be both bi-partisan and bi-cameral, convened to study the issues surrounding human trafficking and to make recommendations for legislative solutions. According to a UN report, there are 2 ½ million victims globally and the University of Pennsylvania reports nearly 300,000

cases nationally, of human trafficking. Closer to home, in Portland, during the past year (March 2012 through January 2013), 10 adults have been charged with either the trafficking of minors or with offenses related to the trafficking of minors for sexual purposes. I want to emphasize that those 10 adults represent a mere fraction of those who perpetrate these types of crimes. The crimes themselves remain hidden to avoid prosecution, victims are reluctant to report the crimes committed against them out of fear of being beaten or killed, while adult victims are often times charged as prostitutes. I want to also point out that human trafficking is not limited to the sex trade. Many victims endure months, if not years, of forced labor. Slavery was abolished by the 13th Amendment to the U.S. constitution in 1865. Yet, it exists today, throughout the world, across our nation and in the streets and neighborhoods of our beloved state. Human bondage is a difficult concept. Even more difficult, perhaps, is the notion that 12 and 14-yearsolds are being bought, sold and pimped as veritable sex slaves. Please help put an end to this scourge. I urge your favorable action on

HB 2395.” During general discussion following my testimony, it was suggested that the task force membership be enlarged to include law enforcement, victims and their advocates, and others who have direct experience with this crime. I believe that the increased cost of a larger taskforce is worthwhile and I support it. If you would like to support the bill, you can send a message to the committee chair, Rep. Jeff Barker, at rep.jeffbarker@state.or.us. I’ll keep you posted on the bill’s progress. In committee… In the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee this week, we held several public hearings with a high volume of testimony: HB 2700, regarding an agricultural loan program to help people get into farming; HB 2257, broadening the ways the Dept. of State Lands can amend water rights certificates; and HB 2233, dealing with the removal of derelict and abandoned vessels. HB 2700: Witnesses for this bill testified about the difficulties of entering into the agricultural sector for younger and beginning farmers or people without long-term connections with agriculture. Several urban and small-scale farmers

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have an increased ability to investigate vessels for possible hazardous materials that pose significant risks of environmental pollution by means of a vessel’s derelict condition. Members of the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association, and Metro supported this bill. Members of the committee wondered if DEQ’s new investigative powers might constitute an illegal search. Courtesy photo

Rep. Brad Witt (D-Clatskanie) testifies before the state’s House Judiciary Committee on the issue of human trafficking. Witt has introduced House Bill 2395 to help eliminate human trafficking in Oregon.

had concerns mainly due to the lack of a standard fee and possible future legislation that could make this, a voluntary program, mandatory in the future (I will be forming a work group to resolve any possible conflicts). HB 2233: The State Marine Board and the Department of Environmental Quality are seeking a statutory change regarding how they can deal with derelict and abandoned vessels, ships, etc., on Oregon’s waterways and ports. This measure would shorten the time allowed for the Marine Board to remove these vessels, and clarifies who can remove them. DEQ would

also testified as to their inability to get federal or commercial loans due to their size or the large expense. HB 2257: Often water rights certificates are in the name of a previous owner, even though the land and water rights might have been sold, or those previous owners have passed away. Witnesses for the bill testified how being able to change the names on these certificates will save time and money for larger entities like cities or counties, and help individual water users eliminate ambiguity regarding who has the rights to that water. Members of the committee

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Late breaking news… This morning, the Legislature received the Quarterly Revenue Forecast from the Oregon Office of Economic Analysis… it was a mixed review. The forecast projects state revenues will increase in the current biennium (which ends on June 30) by $162.3 million and decline in the 2013-15 biennium by $74 million. The net result is an additional $87.1 million available for the 2013-15 biennium. Although we are happy to see the lines on the chart moving in an upward direction, we will still have a lot of work to do to reconcile the needs of our state, particularly education, with the anticipated revenue. As the session progresses, I will keep you updated on how we go about doing this as we work toward a balanced budget.

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Arthur David Rotter Arthur David Rotter was born in Oregon City on Sept. 25, 1929, the first of eight boys, to Peter Cyril and Margaret Ethel Stephenson Rotter. He passed

away at Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis on Feb. 14, 2013, from congestive heart failure. He grew up in the Sellwood area, attending St. Arthur Rotter Agatha’s Catholic School, Central Catholic High School and Mt. Angel Seminary. He lived mostly in the Portland area until moving to Yankton, outside of St. Helens, in 1963, working for the U.S. Postal Service. He advanced from a clerk-carrier to the Superintendant of Postal Operations in the St. Helens office, and was then was awarded the postmaster position of Reedsport, before retiring in 1989 and moving to Yachats and then to Jefferson in 2006. He was active in many service clubs including the Lions Club, St. Helens Kiwanis and Reedsport Rotary, serving as president of all three, becoming the 2002-03 District R Governor of the Oregon Lions Club, and was a Life Member of the Elks. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and bird watching, as well as gardening, with a great talent for cooking. Art was preceded in death by his father and mother; baby brother, John; and in 2012, brothers Louis, James and William. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Jean Curtis Rotter; brothers Bernard, Peter and Joseph Rotter and Richard Smith; sister Monica Burghard; children David of Wichita Falls, Texas, Steven of St. Helens, Maureen of Portland, Anne of Forest Grove, Timothy of Scappoose and Matthew of The Dalles; 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, and is also survived by Jean’s eight children, and their families. Rosary will be said on

Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at 10:15 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m., at St. Agatha’s Catholic Church, 7983 SE 15th Ave., in Portland with reception following. Private internment will be on Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, at Willamette National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation, 1010 NW 22nd Ave., Portland, OR 97210 or ORLionsFoundation.squarespace.com. Cathy Stephens Cathy (Reynolds) Stephens was born on Aug. 18, 1953, in St. Helens. On Feb. 9, 2013, Cathy died at her home in West Richland, Wash., at the age of 59. Cathy graduated from Scappoose Cathy Stephens High School in 1971. She lived in the local area until the early ‘80s, at which time she moved with her family to Kennewick, Wash. Cathy purchased a home in West Richland, where she continued to live until her death. Cathy worked for a variety of companies, until such time when she became employed with Battelle, a contractor at Hanford Nuclear, where she was currently employed. During Cathy’s life she entertained many hobbies including riding motorcycles, remodeling her home, spending time with love ones and her Dachshund dogs. Cathy is survived by her two daughters, Cherie Broadway and Miranda Thomas; stepfather Henry Baresh; sister Liz Cupp; niece Morgin Cupp; and her three grandchildren, Shanlyn, Dylan and Shyanne. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jane Baresh, in 2011.

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Larry D. Hill Larry Dean Hill, 66, of Portland, formerly of Warren, died from complications of kidney disease on Feb. 5, 2013. Larry served in the U.S. Navy. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 2 p.m. at Springbox Gallery, 2234 NW 24th St., in Portland. Remembrances can be made to the Heppner Elks Lodge #358. Barbara J. Jackson Barbara J. Jackson, 84, of Columbia City, died Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013. Barbara was born the daughter of James and Neva (Nelson) Collins on June Barbara Jackson 21, 1928, in Champaign, Ill. She was raised in Champaign and graduated from high school there in 1946. On Feb. 2, 1951, in Rantoul, Ill., she was married to William Henry Jackson Jr. The couple moved to Wyoming shortly after their marriage where William attended law school at the University of Wyoming. Barbara worked as a secretary and also attended the university for a short time. After William received his law degree she worked as his secretary in his law firm for many years. She

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was an active volunteer, mentor and instructor for the Job’s Daughters in Wyoming for several years. She was a member of the Daughters of the Nile and was the Queen in 1982-83. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. While in Rock Springs, Wyo., she was very proud to be actively involved in several charity organizations that helped others succeed. She also owned and operated a convenience store and deli, “The 10 to 10” for many years in Rock Springs. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing and arranging flowers. After her husband retired from Sublette County, Wyoming, as the prosecuting attorney, they moved to Hawaii in 1986; and then to Melbourne, Fla., in 1994. They moved to St. Helens in 2005 to be close to their son Jim, and his wife Jackie. She is survived by her three sons, William Henry Jackson III (Jay) of Maui, Hawaii; James D. Jackson and his wife, Jackie, of St. Helens, and Jeff D. Jackson and his wife, Pam, of Grand Junction, Colo.; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters Rosemary Graham of Coco Beach, Fla., and Nancy Tellefson of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kimberly Kaye Earles in 1998 and her husband, William, in 2010. A celebration of her life will be held this summer in Rock Springs. Online condolences may be left for the family at ColumbiaFH. com. Arrangements are by Columbia Funeral Home.

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Classic film study begins at library ST. HELENS — For all those movie buffs out there who simply can’t get enough of the Golden Globes, Oscars, BAFTAs and the like, the St. Helens Public Library is offering an opportunity to see another side of filmmaking. What makes a film a great movie? Why do directors study particular films. St. Helens City Councilor Doug Morten is presenting a twoevening event at the library to answer those and other

questions. Morten will guide attendees through an examination of the most studied of all classic films and share his knowledge and insights gained from 30 years of teaching filmmaking and film studies in the Portland public school system. The event is being held Feb. 21 from 6:30–9 p.m. in the library auditorium. Morten will give an introduction and show the complete film with limited analysis. Popcorn will

be provided. The second night of the event is on Thursday, Feb. 28, again from 6:30–9 p.m., and will provide an in-depth examination of “the film.” Important scenes from the film will be revisited, along with various aspects of the acting, directing and scripting. Just what is the name of the film being shown? Unfortunately, one of the restrictions of the library’s movie performance license is that

films shown at the library cannot be named on TV, radio, in the press or on websites. But if you call the library at 503-397-4544 or stop by, a librarian will be happy to tell you the name. Better yet, see if you know the answer and tell the library your guess when you call or stop by. For more information about the classic film study, call Library Director Margaret Jeffries at 503-397-4544.

meeting, at the port office, 100 E. St., in Columbia City. 6:30 p.m. – Scappoose School District school board work session in the district office boardroom.

staff meetings at 1 p.m. in the commissioners’ office, room 331, at the Columbia County Courthouse. 5 p.m. – The Port of St. Helens commission work session at the Port office, 100 E St., in Columbia City. 6:30 p.m. – St. Helens School District board of directors regular meeting in the boardroom at the St. Helens School District Office.

Public Meetings Wednesday, Feb. 20 10 a.m. – Columbia County Board of Commissioners holds its regularly scheduled board meeting in the commissioners’ meeting room, room 308, at the Columbia County Courthouse and its regularly scheduled staff meetings at 1 p.m. in the commissioners’ office, room 331, at the Columbia County Courthouse. 1 p.m. – City of St. Helens City Council work session in the city council chambers. 6 p.m. – St. Helens City Council will meet with budget committee members for a fiscal year 2014 budget orientation in the council chambers at St. Helens City Hall, plaza entrance. The facility is handicap accessible. Anyone needing special accommodations should contact city hall at 503-397-6272 at least

48 hours in advance. 7 p.m. – City of St. Helens City Council regular session in the city council chambers. 7 p.m. – Scappoose Transportation System Plan meeting at city hall. 7:30 p.m. – Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District board meeting at the Columbia SWCD office. Thursday, Feb. 21 3 p.m. – The City of St. Helens Tourism Committee regular meeting, in city hall council chambers. Monday, Feb. 25 4 p.m. – City of St. Helens Parks Commission meets in council chambers at St. Helens City Hall. 5 p.m. – Port of St. Helens Airport advisory committee

Tuesday, Feb. 26 4 p.m. – Columbia Community Mental Health board of directors meeting at Creekside Center, 58646 McNulty Way, St. Helens. 6 p.m. – City of St. Helens Arts and Cultural Commission meets in council chambers at St. Helens City Hall. Wednesday, Feb. 27 10 a.m. – Columbia County Board of Commissioners holds its regularly scheduled board meeting in the commissioners’ meeting room, room 308, at the Columbia County Courthouse and its regularly scheduled

Thursday, Feb. 28 9 a.m. – Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District board of directors regular meeting. 10 a.m. – Columbia Health District meets at Sunshine Pizza. 6:30 p.m. – The City of St. Helens Bicycle and Pedestrian meeting in city council chambers.

Community Calendar Wednesday, Feb. 20 · Scappoose Public Library, 10:30 a.m. story time for ages 5 and under. The theme and craft is music. Friday, Feb. 22 · Beginners’ Mind Retreat – 1 p.m. – February 24 1 p.m. Great Vow Zen Monastery, 79640 Quincy-Mayger Rd., Clatskanie. This weekend retreat will follow a monastic schedule which allows us to temporarily drop what’s outside and go deeply into inner

work. All elements of a meditation retreat will be covered, including basic meditation techniques, posture, breathing, formal meals, and dealing with obstructions. Led by Kojun Hill, Sensei. Cost $150. · Bethany Lutheran Church (1/4 mile off Hwy 30 on Church Rd) Free soup supper at 5:30 p.m., back to Mayberry for lessons learned at 6.15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 · Book Sale from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Columbia City Commu-

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Mondays • Columbia City Community Library – 11 a.m., story time for preschoolers. • St. Helens Lions meets every first and third Monday at 6:30 p.m., at the America’s Best Value Inn (formerly Village Inn). Call 503-397-0407 for information. • The MS Support Group of Columbia County meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at Dairy Queen in Scappoose. For more information, call Susan at 503-543-2517. • The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Friends and Family Support Group meets the second Friday and fourth Monday of each month downstairs at the Rainier United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Teri 503-556-9135. Tuesdays • Kiwanis Daybreakers meets at 7 a.m. at the America’s Best Value Inn (formerly Village Inn). Call 503-397-2696. • Warren Community Fellowship – Job Club, 10–11 a.m. room 201, 56523 Columbia River Highway, in Warren. Free and open to the public. • St. Helens Public Library holds baby lapsit story time for 6 months to 2 years at 10:15 a.m. Call 503-397-4544 for more info. • Overeaters Anonymous at the St. Helens Alano Club, 215 N. 6th St. St. Helens, 5:45–7 p.m. Call Sheri at 503-369-4607. No dues or fees. • The Columbia County Democratic Central Committee meets the last Tuesday of every month at Kozy Korner, St. Helens. Meetings start at 7 p.m. • The VFW Ladies Auxillary meets the second Tuesday of each month. Call 503-397-2147 for information. Wednesdays • Scappoose Public Library – storytime for ages 5 and under at 10:30 a.m. No registration necessary, 503-543-7123 or go online to scappooselibrary.org. • St. Helens public library holds storytime for toddlers ages 2–3 at 11:15 a.m. Call 503-397-4544 for more info. • Columbia County Stroke Support Group meets the fourth Wednesday of each months from 2:30–3:30 p.m. Avamere at St. Helens, 2400

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Weekly Meetings Gable Road. • Alzheimer’s Support Group, meets the second Wednesday of each month from 3–4 p.m. at Avamere at St. Helens, 2400 Gable Road. Call 503-366-8070 for information. Thursdays • St. Helens public library holds story time for preschool 3–5 years at 11:15 a.m. Call 503-397-4544 for more info. • Weight Watchers meets at Scappoose Foursquare Church at noon and 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 503-543-4802 or email dromjue@comcast.net. • Free fitness classes, 7–8 p.m. at the Best Western in St. Helens. Designed for people of all fitness levels. Call Cheryl Capwell, independent beachbody fitness coach at 503-396-2834, or send an email to jppfitness@yahoo. com. • The Columbia County Commission on Children and Families meets the third Thursday of each month beginning at 5:30 p.m. Meetings are held at the OSU Extension office, 505 N. Columbia River Hwy., in St. Helens. Fridays • American Legion meets the first Friday of each month at the Moose Lodge, 57317 Old Portland Road, in Warren at 7 p.m. Call 503-369-1313 for more information. Saturdays • Weight Watchers meets at Grace Baptist Church at 9 a.m. Weigh-ins start at 8:30 a.m. For more information, call 503-543-4802 or email dromjue@comcast.net. • The Columbia County Fair board holds workshops every Saturday until the fair begins, at the fairgrounds office. Sundays • Overcomers Outreach – a spiritually-based, 12-step recovery program for substance abuse issues – meets at 6 p.m. at Sunset Park Community Church, 174 Sunset Blvd., in St. Helens. Call 503-397-0535 or visit www. sunsetparkchog.org. • Yankton Recovery Group meets at Yankton Grange, Pittsburg Road, 5:30–6:30 p.m., every Sunday is open discussion. Call 503-397-1473 or 503-366-0667 for more information.

“The Sock Project”

Donate new socks for the Women’s Shelter. Donation bins located at Fred Meyer and Wal-Mart from February 18th through March 2nd. Help support Scappoose National Honor Society.

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Weed Country “Welcome to the Garden” Chicago Fire “Viral” (N)

Moonshiners “Secret Summit - Full Proof” NewsChannel 8 at 11 Jay Leno

The Path to Violence Safe School Initiative. 10 O’Clock News (N) SportsCenter (N) (Live)

Lifecasters Wayne Kramer; Sheri Williams. 11 O’Clock News (N) Everybody-Raymond SportsCenter (N) (Live)

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KATU News This Morning - Sat (N) Doodlebops Doodlebops Cindy Crawford Paid Program

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Betsy’s Kindergarten Angelina: Next FOX News Sunday With Chris Wallace

Mister Rogers Daniel Tiger Good Day Oregon Sunday (N)

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Blue Bloods “Quid Pro Quo” (N) Yukon Men “Feast or Famine”

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Monk “Mr. Monk and the Voodoo Curse”

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The Office Are We There Yet?

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College GameDay (N) (Live) Jake and the Pirates Sofia the First Hanna Into the Wild Paid Program

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Jack Hanna Ocean Mysteries Busytown Mysteries Busytown Mysteries Liberty’s Kids (EI) Liberty’s Kids (EI) Paid Program Paid Program Bering Sea Gold “Dirtville”

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NASCAR Racing College Basketball Teams TBA. (N) (Live) College Basketball Creighton at St. Mary’s. (N) (Live) A.N.T. Farm A.N.T. Farm A.N.T. Farm Good Luck Charlie Good Luck Charlie Good Luck Charlie Jessie Jessie Austin & Ally Austin & Ally Paid Program Paid Program ›› “Next” (2007) Nicolas Cage. A clairvoyant sees two minutes into the future. Trout TV The Joy of Fishing CSI: Miami A serial killer taunts the team. (11:00) ›› “Shallow Hal” (2001) Gwyneth Paltrow, Jack Black. ›› “Old School” (2003, Comedy) Luke Wilson, Will Ferrell, Vince Vaughn. (DVS) Everybody-Raymond Friends Friends

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