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County gets new 9-1-1 admin Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District has a new leader at its helm. Jeanine Dilley, formerly of Klamath County in southern Oregon, took on the role of 9-1-1 administrator about two months ago after Lee Knowlton retired last November. Dilley was the director of 9-1-1 for Klamath County for the last seven years. “I have about 20 years of experience in 9-1-1,” Dilley told the St. Helens City Council during its Feb. 20 meeting. “Although I’m new to the community, I’m not new to special districts or the 9-1-1 community,” she added. Dilley has been making her way across the county to attend meetings like the chamber of commerce, city council and others, to introduce herself to local officials and citizens. The new 9-1-1 admin said she’s already looking into some of the county’s emergency response issues. “I’m working closely with the chief [of St. Helens Police] on a number of different issues. I’m making my rounds to all of the cities to introduce myself and answer any questions,” she said. One item that is sure to please both city officials and local residents is the agency’s budget. “We’re not asking for any new taxes, we’re just asking for a renewal of our operating funds so that we can maintain the high level of service that we provide to the citizens of St. Helens,” Dilley said.

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Ruling in Butts aid and assist hearing expected BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

ST. HELENS — A ruling in the Daniel Butts aid and assist hearing is expected sometime this week. The ruling had been expected at the end of three days of testimony presented last week, but presiding Judge Ted Grove said he would hand down his ruling after he had an opportunity to review additional evidence submitted, including a video recording of Butts. Testimony given over the three days came from five mental health professionals – two for the defense and three for the prosecution, along with testimony from a Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputy who spoke about Butts’ time at the county jail.

Butts, 23, of Kalama, Wash., is charged with murder in the fatal shooting of Rainier Police Chief Ralph Painter on Jan. 5, 2011. It has been nearly a year since both the defense and the prosecution were last in court to argue Butts’ competency. In February 2012, Grove found Butts mentally competent to assist in his own defense but just two months later he ordered Butts back to Oregon State Hospital for further evaluation. For much of the hearing, Butts kept his head down and placed his fingers in his ears, interacting only occasionally and briefly with his attorneys. One exception to this came on the second day as the court was preparing to resume following a midday break. See RULING, Page A4

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In a very rare moment, accused killer Daniel Butts communicates briefly with his attorney, Patrick Sweeney, during the aid and assist competency hearing at the Columbia County Courthouse on Feb. 20.

Health district lawsuits stalled BY SHARI PHIEL The Chronicle

A lawsuit filed by the most recent board of directors for the Columbia Health District against Columbia County Commissioners Tony Hyde, Earl Fisher and Henry Heimuller has been denied by Circuit Court Judge Ted Grove. On Dec. 28, 2012, Grove issued a letter stating, “I am granting summary judgment in both matters against the plaintiffs and in favor of all defendants.” At the heart of the lawsuit is the property on Millard Road, which had been intended to be a hospital while the taxing district was operational. After a certificate of need was denied, district residents quickly voted to put an end to the taxing district. CHD board members, which were Tammy Maygra, Georgia Keiper, Carrie Cason, Madeline Anderson and Peggy Crisp, filed suit in January 2012 after the commissioners indicated state statute required the property be turned over to the City

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The Columbia Health District site that once had been intended to become a hospital now stands empty, overgrown with grass and weeds, waiting for future development.

of St. Helens. The goal of the suit was to keep the county from transferring the property to St. Helens, to have the commissioners removed as trustees and to have the Gable Road property, which was transferred to the Public Health Foundation by an earlier CHD board returned to the health district. For now, none of those things will happen. Grove said his judgment was

based “upon my determination that the actions complained of were within the statutory authority of the Columbia County Commissioners in their capacity as trustees of the Columbia Health District.” Grove again upheld the summary judgment during a Feb. 25 hearing scheduled after attorney Jim Huffman, who is representing the CHD board members, filed a motion for the hearing. “It appears pretty clear to me that

once the vote has occurred saying dissolve this district, the action then is dissolve the district. I believe that at that time there was an ability for the then directors to handle the dissolution process, or by statute had the authority to turn it over to the county commissioners. They turned it over to the county commissioners,” Grove said during the Feb. 25 hearing.

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CCRider changes approved by commissioners Sightline study is

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Proposed service changes put forth by Columbia County Rider’s transit advisory committee have been approved by the Columbia County board of commissioners. The changes were submitted to the commissioners during a Feb. 13 public hearing, which was held open to Feb. 20 to allow for additional public comment to be submitted. The proposed changes were the result of increasing constraints on available funding and the requirement to adhere to the state mandate that all county agencies have a reserve fund. “The county’s general

This is the second of a two part story looking at a study recently released Seattle’s Sightline Institute. This week, we look at the reaction from Ambre Energy and the mining company’s views on the report.

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fund can no longer supplement the transit program,” said Janet Wright, executive director of CCRider. “They have done that this year with $83,000 and last year with $82,000.” The proposed service

changes will allow the agency to put aside 2 ½ months of reserve funds over the next three years, which is equal to just over $300,000.

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A report issued by Sightline Institute earlier this month says Ambre Energy, the coal mining company looking at developing two coal export terminals on the Columbia River, is built on shaky finances. Not true, says the Australia-based company. In fact, Ambre officials say that while Sightline did use company data widely available to the public, how

the think tank compiled that data raises its own concerns. “Sightline looked at publicly available past financial reports. But they made some generalizations and assumptions that we would have an issue with,” said company spokesperson Liz Fuller of Gard Communications. “Generally, the content they pulled from is correct but they just made certain conclusions that we wouldn’t agree with.” Contrary to information stated by Sightline, Ambre officials say the company is producing revenues and is financially viable. See AMBRE, Page A4

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Linda I. Miezejeski Linda I. Miezejeski was born on July 29, 1948, in Baker, Ore., to Antone and Bernice (Widman) Pavelek. She died at her home in VanLinda Miezejeski couver, Wash., on Feb. 14, 2013, at the age of 64. Linda attended grade school in Baker, moving to St. Helens where she graduated from high school in 1967. She went on to complete a year at Oregon State. She lived in Portland for a time before moving to Vancouver in 1978. She was a bookkeeper for Evergreen Distributors, retiring in 1998. She enjoyed collecting. Survivors include: her mother, Bernice Pavelek, of St. Helens; brother Steven Pavelek, of St. Helens; and numerous cousins. Graveside service and vault interment were at Columbia Memorial Gardens in Scappoose on Feb. 22. Online condolences may be left for the family at ColumbiaFH.com. Arrangements are by Columbia Funeral Home. Shirley Jean Proctor Shirley Jean Proctor was born on April 25, 1936, in Portland, to Clifford and Jean (Hogue) McCormick. She died at her home in Columbia Shirley Proctor City on Feb. 21, 2013, at the age of 76. From the age of six, Shirley was raised by her grandparents, Frank and Hazel Sloan in the St. Johns area of Portland. She attended Sitton Grade School and Roosevelt High School. At the end of her sophomore year at Roosevelt she met David Proctor. At the end of her junior year they were married on July 3, 1953. Daughter Susan was born in 1954. She promised her grandmother that she would finish high school, which she did at Benson

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Evening School. David and Susan would take Shirley to evening school and then pick her up at the end of class. Susan even attended Shirley’s graduation. Son Don was born in 1957. Shirley worked for Portland Public Schools Food Service for 30 years and retired in June of 1996. In 1997 they sold their home in St. Johns and moved to Columbia City. Shirley loved animals and the family enjoyed many of them over the years. Shirley and David loved the Oregon coast and spent some happy times at the Stephanie Inn in Cannon Beach. After retirement they enjoyed several years of traveling with their friends Fred and Shirley Gierlich, creating many happy memories. She was preceded in death by her brother Bob in 1971. Survivors include: husband David Proctor of Columbia City; daughter Susan (Rolynn) Prechtl of Clatskanie; son Don (Laurie) Proctor of Portland; grandchildren Kelly (Jason) and Craig; sister-in-law Rosalie; nieces Ann and Mary Jo; and nephew Bob. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 9, at 11 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church in Portland. Private family committal service will be at Skyline Memorial Gardens in Portland. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church or Sherrie Hildreth Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be left for the family at ColumbiaFH.com. Arrangements are by Columbia Funeral Home. Robert Earl Webster Robert “Bob” Earl Webster passed away in Scappoose on Feb. 16, 2013, at the age of 53. Bob was born on Nov. 14, 1959, to William “Bill” and Robert Webster Margaret “Betty” Webster in Oregon City, Ore. Bob attended school in St. Helens, where he graduated from St. Helens High School in 1978. Bob was a stand-out athlete in St. Helens, where he was named Oregon’s 3A

Baseball High School Player of the Year in 1978. He also played in the State Metro game the same year, where he was named the Most Valuable Player. Bob received a full-ride scholarship to play baseball at the, then, Pac 8, Oregon State University, where he started at second base as a freshman and sophomore. Bob was also inducted to St. Helen’s Hall of Fame the first year he was eligible. Bob was also a major contributor both monetarily and from a volunteer standpoint in St. Helens Little League as well as many high school sporting teams. Bob truly loved all sports and the kids participating. Bob left OSU in 1980, and married, Kathryn Archibald. Bob began a long career in real estate, and had two boys, Justin Thomas and Taylor Jon Webster, who were the lights of his life. Bob and Kathy were later divorced. Bob pursued many hobbies during his life including coaching his sons in all sports they pursued, golfing, fishing, stock car racing, travel, stays as his beach home and gambling. Bob is survived by his loving partner, Angela Ross of Scappoose; parents Bill and Betty Webster, of St. Helens; sisters Debi Wakeling of Portland, Teri Snoberger of Vancouver, Wash., and Julie Dorie of St. Helens. Bob also had two brothers, Billy and Poe Webster, and, nephew Jake Paddock, who preceded him in death. Bob’s nieces and nephews are Marki James, Marta and Mia Lewis, Willy and Jessi Webster, Kelly, Caleb and Jenny Snoberger, Joe Paddock, and Kylie Dorie. Bob’s celebration of life will be held at the Columbia County Fairgrounds on March 9 at 1 p.m. Memorial contributions are to be sent to the St. Helens Booster Club in the name of the baseball team, P.O Box 321, St. Helens, OR 97051. Ada Jannette Edwards Ada Jannette Edwards, 78, a lifelong resident of Columbia City, passed away on Feb. 23, 2013, at her home. Ada Jannette Gortler was born May 11, 1934, near Yankton, Ore., to Richard and Ada (Riggs) Gortler. They lived near Yankton where Jannette attended school before settling in Columbia City, later attending St. Helens High School.

She married Ray Edwards on March 30, 1951, in Vancouver, Wash. They settled in Columbia City where they raised their family of five Ada Edwards children. Jannette began working as a secretary at the Columbia City School in 1971. After 17 years, she went on to work as a librarian at the Condon Elementary School, retiring in 1994 after 23 years of service to the school district. A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in leadership and teaching positions in the Sunday school, Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary. Much of her time since age 12 was devoted to sharing her talent of playing the piano and organ, playing for countless church, school, and community functions. Family was at the center of her life, and she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was always present at family functions, including school and band activities, and especially sporting events. She enjoyed tole painting and was an avid Blazers fan. Jannette is survived by her husband; children Gary (Rachel) Edwards of Tualatin, Jeff (Nancy) of St. Helens, Jerry (Chris) of Beaverton, Linda (Roger) Stauffer and Chris (Delynn) of St. Helens; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother Gordon Gortler; sister Dottie (John) Weitzel; along with numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Theodore and Dennis Gortler. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 1 at 11 a.m. at the LDS Church on Sykes Road. Interment will be in the Columbia Memorial Gardens in Scappoose. Crystal Lou André Crystal Lou André died at her home in Warren on Feb. 23. A memorial service will be held at the Church of Latter-day Saints, 2755 Sykes Road in St. Helens on March 5 at 12:30 p.m. Online condolences may be left at ColumbiaFH.com.

Police Reports Scappoose Police Department Feb. 13 – Lawrence Bickmore, 41, was taken into custody for attempting to elude a police officer, reckless driving, and failure to perform the duties of a driver near the intersection of Highway 30 and Havlik Drive. Feb. 13 – Police responded to burglaries in the 52000 block

of SE Fourth Street and the 33000 block of NW EJ Smith Road. Feb. 14 – Jacob Foster, 21, was cited for driving while suspended and his vehicle was impounded following a traffic stop at the intersection of Highway 30 and East Columbia Ave. Feb. 15 – Kevin Johnson, 53, was taken into custody on a

warrant and cited for possession of marijuana following a traffic stop near NE Laurel Street and NE First Street. He was lodged into the Columbia County Jail. Feb. 16 – Police located a dog at-large in the 51000 block of SE Ninth Street and transported the dog to the Columbia County Animal Control Office.

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Happy 50tH Wedding anniversary Norris and Sharyn Sundeen of St. Helens, Oregon are celebrating their 50th wedding Anniversary on March 2, 2013. They were married on that very day in 1963 at McVille Lutheran Church in McVille, North Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Sundeen have three children: Todd Sundeen, Troy (Shelbe) Sundeen, and Travis Sundeen - all of St. Helens, Oregon. They have 6 grandchildren: Brandon Sundeen and Ali Davis, Drew, Maddi, and Caleb Sundeen, and Jaycob Sundeen. Three young great-grand children, Chloe and Mollee Davis, and, Aiden Sundeen bless this family as well.

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Mr. and Mrs. Sundeen have lived and worked locally for over 35 years. Currently, they own and operate St. Helens Septic Service, and have contributed many dedicated hours to helping this community. First Lutheran Church has been their place of faith and worship since moving to St. Helens. They were born and raised in North Dakota and their traditional up bringing, including hard work and dedication, shine through with this wonderful couple. Family and close friends will be celebrating, and sharing the event with this loving couple. Anyone who knows Norris and Sharyn are privileged to have them in their lives. Words cannot describe the love they give to their family and friends ~ We all love and respect them dearly, and wish them many more joyous years together ~ C10884

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The Retired Senior Volunteer Program is seeking nominations for the 2013 My Fair Lady Court. The My Fair Lady Pageant is held each year during the Columbia County Fair and Rodeo to recognize senior women for their outstanding service in our community. The My Fair Lady Court includes representatives from the communities of St. Helens, Scappoose, Rainier, Clatskanie and Vernonia. Nominees must be at least 55 years old but do not need to be a member of RSVP or their local senior center. Nominations are due by April 5. To nominate someone for the court, contact the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at 503-397-5655 or e-mail rsvp@opusnet.com to request an application. Application forms are also available on Columbia River PUD’s website. The PUD sponsors the pageant in conjunction with RSVP and Columbia River Fire & Rescue.

The Columbia County Small Woodlands Association is holding its 15th annual tree sale on Saturday, March 9 from 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m., come rain or shine. The sale will be held in the Pacific Pride (Lawrence Oil) parking lot at 845 N. Columbia River Hwy., in St. Helens. This year there are 20 species of seedlings available at a cost ranging from $1 to $3.50. These are mostly bareroot deciduous and evergreen seedlings which can be bought individually while some can be purchased in bag quantities. Seedling species include: “Improved” Douglas fir, sugar maple, dawn redwood, Oregon File photo ash, coastal redwood, grand fir, red Japanese maple, noble Bes Savage takes home the crown during the 2012 My Fair Lady Pageant. fir, quaking aspen, ponderosa pine, eastern redbud, western red cedar, Chinese dogwood, Pacific madrone, Pacific yew, sweet gum, incense cedar and and spending plans. Learn Childcare is not available cilitate an eight-part series fogiant sequoia. Black cottoncused on understanding basic multiple techniques to manag- at the workshops, so be sure wood and blue elderberry have personal finance knowledge ing your money and find the to make arrangements prior to been added. These species are and roads to personal financial solution that works for you. class times. among the favorites for native All of the workshops are For more information, consuccess. With 40 percent of bird populations. Americans considering themfree and open to the public tact Lillie Anderson, at OSU “Be sure to arrive early for selves to be under–educated in and all levels of financial Extension, at 503-397-3462 the best selections. Some spefinancial matters, these workknowledge are welcome. or call Dawn Thompson, at cies were exhausted by 10 a.m. 02-27-13 3x15 March Madness:Layout 1 2/25/13 10:14 shops will be sure to help. Door prizes will be given DHS, at 503-366-8387. last year. If by some chance it out at the end of each class, The first workshop in the series, “Money Matters,” pro- and each class you attend vides participants with tools increases your chances of for creating a working budget winning the door prize.

Money Matters kicks off financial education series Join the Department of Human Services and the Oregon State University Extension Service each Tuesday from 9–10:30 a.m. for free adult financial education workshops. Classes will be offered every Tuesday from March 5 to April 23 at the DHS office, 500 N. Highway 30, Suite 220, in conference room A, in St. Helens. Lillie Anderson will fa-

Columbia County Republicans to hold Lincoln Day dinner next week The Columbia County Republican Central Committee is holding its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on March 2, at the Elks Lodge, 350 Belton Road, in St. Helens. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m., with dinner served at 6 p.m. Tickets are available for $28 each and may be purchased at Pacific Industrial

Service at 1800 Railroad Ave, St. Helens; South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce at 2194 Columbia Blvd., in St. Helens or call Fred Yauney at 503-5436271. Credit card processing is available through Pacific Industrial Service with a $3 fee. Speakers include James

Buchal, Lew Barnes and Columbia County Sheriff Jeff Dickerson. The dinner will also include silent and oral auctions. Donations for the auctions may be dropped off at Pacific Industrial Service during business hours or call Fred Yauney to arrange for pick up.

Input sought on Sauvie Island and Multnomah Channel land use Multnomah County is seeking to learn about land use and transportation issues important to citizens, visitors, and stakeholders within the Sauvie Island / Multnomah Channel Rural Plan Area. Public input will be included in a scoping report and shared with the county board of commissioners as they make decisions about future planning. Identifying issues will help inform a possible future update of the Sauvie Island / Multnomah Channel Rural Area Plan (available on the project website at multco.us/simc-plan-

ning), and the Transportation System Plan. Multnomah County is the local land use and transportation planning agency for the areas of Sauvie Island and the Multnomah Channel that are within the county. During the scoping effort, people are invited to participate in public open houses or complete an online questionnaire. The first open house will be an opportunity for attendees to share their ideas about Sauvie Island and the Multnomah Channel area, as well as transportation and land use issues in

could rain, the CCSWA canopies will be up for our customers,” said CCSWA President Scott Russell. A portion of the income from this sale provides funding for two major CCSWA educational programs. The first is to provide admission fees for all Columbia County public school fifth graders to attend the World Forestry Center in Portland. If all fifth grade students were to attend, the number would exceed 700. Transportation costs are provided by Oregon Forest Resources Institute. The second CCSWA educational program provides grants to Columbia County public schools and teachers. For this school year, one grant was submitted and approved. This provides start-up funds for a horticultural class at St. Helens High School. Joint CCSWA and OSWA (Oregon Small Woodlands Association) memberships can be purchased at the sale. New members will receive the membership price for bag quantities at the sale. For additional information, call Paul Nys at 503-556-8800 or Scott Russell AM Page 1 at 503-543-2434.

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RIDER: Dial-a-ride to see the most changes From PAGE A1

“ODOT would prefer we have three months of operating expense,” said Roy Weedman, of Columbia County Rider. “But we’re going with the county requirement of 2 ½ months.” Wright also said Columbia County Rider currently does not generate enough revenue to cover all of its costs to provide the services it currently provides. “We do get funding from the State of Oregon – the Department of Transportation’s public transit division – but those grants have to be matched to varying amounts, in order to draw down those grants,” said Wright during the public hearing. The advisory committee began by first looking at four different options that would allow them to set aside funds to meet the required reserve amount over that three-year period. The service changes approved include: eliminating the weekend connector route when the grant that currently funds it runs out in 2013 and the Nehalem Valley route will be reduced from three times per day, five days a week to two times per day, three days a week. “There was only one change the board had,” said Wright of the proposed schedule changes. “That was for the Westport to Longview route. We said it would be Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, two times a day. They changed it to five days a week, three times a day.” Wright said the North Flex

route, which had been proposed to drop down to three days a week will remain at five days a week. “We feel that will help us maintain the Clatsop County connection with Portland,” said Wright. Dial-a-ride services, which are the most expensive for the transit agency to operate will also see some changes. The agency will begin establishing a qualifying process to prioritize DAR riders. Priority will be given to special needs riders and seniors and veterans needing transportation to medical appointments or life needs, such as grocery shopping, banking or transportation to work. CCRider is looking at a qualifying process similar to those used by TriMet in Portland and Salem-Kaizer. DAR service is currently available five days a week for eight to 10 hours per day. Service will be reduced to two days a week, five hours a day in Vernonia; three days a week, five hours a day for a combined Clatskanie/Rainier DAR; dial-a-ride No. 3 will be eliminated and dial-a-ride routes 1 and 2 will be combined. CCRider officials hope the changes will encourage more riders to use flex and regularly scheduled routes. Transit officials will spend the next month meeting with various city councils, senior centers, assisted living facilities and others to get the word out before the changes go into effect on April 1. For more information, go to ColumbiaCountyRider.com.

CHD: federal suit dismissed From PAGE A1

The judge added that while he realizes the CHD board members are not happy with how the commissioners handled the property, it appears the commissioners did follow state statute. “I don’t see that there’s anything for the court to do,“ said Grove. Huffman has already indicated an appeal to the circuit court decision could be coming. A federal lawsuit filed by Huffman last November appears to have fallen by the wayside as well. Although the suit was filed in federal court in November 2012, the respondents – which included

the commissioners, county legal counsel, former special districts legal counsel, members of the former CHD board and members of the Public Health Foundation – were not served in the suit. Now, according to a Feb. 13 notice filed by Huffman, the federal suit has been voluntarily dismissed, although the group may re-file the suit at anytime. That doesn’t mean all of the legal wrangling has come to an end. The City of St. Helens has filed a motion with the court seeking sanctions for what it says are a number of unnecessary delays. A hearing for that motion has not yet been scheduled.

RULING: mental health status still unconfirmed From PAGE A1

Butts lashed out at one of his attorneys, Patrick Sweeney, telling him “I’m innocent,” and demanded Sweeney get his stun belts removed. Butts was wearing two stun belts, one around his kidneys and one around his legs. His defense lawyers had asked the court several times to have at least one of the stun belts removed but were denied each time. Sweeney later told Judge Grove Butts was apparently angry about the use of the stun belts and that he was unable to get “normal” food, such as fast food. Attorneys for Butts have said that despite the outbursts, Butts has not communicated with his defense council and cannot assist in his own defense. “There is a federal standard for due process. States can add to that, but they can’t take away from it,” said Sweeney, noting

that federal standard call for “sufficient present ability to consult with his lawyer with a reasonable degree of rational understanding and does the defendant have a rational as well as factual understanding of the proceedings.” But Dr. Stephanie Lopez, who testified on the first day, said Butts “communicated very well” during his time at Oregon State Hospital. Lopez interviewed and observed Butts during his three-week stay at Oregon State Hospital in April of 2012 and was one of the five to six team members on Butts’ treatment team. “He had to communicate his wants verbally,” said Lopez. “That demonstrates an ability to rationalize and think.” Lopez also said Butts had made statements about “not wanting the death penalty,” which shows he understands the consequences of his actions. Butts’ defense team said

this was not the case and that Butts was simply mimicking something someone else said. Sweeny also pointed to the unusual behaviors such as standing in a “prayer” position for extended periods of time, cupping his hands around his eyes when eating and engages in shadow boxing. Sweeney said Butts also displays inappropriate behavior such as masturbating in front of jail guards and picking his nose until it bleeds. Fellow defense counsel Diana Gentry told the court she has tried to meet with Butts dozens of times but has not been able to communicate with him. Columbia County District Attorney Steve Atchsion questioned Lopez about changes in Butts’ behavior from his time at the county jail to his time at the hospital, specifically referring to a self-inflicted head wound Butts refused to have treated.

“I wouldn’t expect someone so mentally ill they cannot speak to suddenly respond,” said Lopez, adding that was exactly what Butts did when he refused treatment for a wound at OHS. However, defense attorney said Butts only communicates in incomplete sentences and only parrots information received from others. Testimony for the defense came from Dr. Jerry Larsen, the Portland psychiatrist who testified in Butts’ case last year and Dr. Richard Adler, a forensic psychiatrict from Seattle. Both Adler and Larsen testified that Butts suffers from a mental disorder that is most likely schizophrenia. Both psychiatrists have recommended Butts be given anti-psychotic medications, however, Butts has refused treatment. If found competent to stand trial, Butts could face the death penalty.

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Among those things making it financially stable, said Ambre, is: 10-year contracts to supply up to 5 million tons of coal per year to two Korean power generating companies, Korea South-East Power and Korea Southern Power; operation of two U.S. coal mines since 2011 in conjunction with joint venture partners Anadarko Petroleum and Cloud Peak Energy; over 350 employees across the states and Australia; strong private equity support from Resource Capital Funds in Denver, Colo.; its development of two of only three coal terminal projects in the northwest U.S.,

have a large degree of revenue presently,” she said. As for Ambre’s revenues – or the lack thereof according to Sightline – Fuller said the group failed to include revenues from its joint venture with Cloud Peak Energy. “The revenue is much higher than what Sightline quoted,” said Fuller. “And because they’re in this investment phase, they wouldn’t be expected to have huge revenue streams anyway.” Ambre officials cautioned that while Sightline may position itself as a research company, it has a strong anticoal bias. “From our perspective, its not so much that they care about Ambre’s finances, they

which have advanced to a stage where permit applications have been submitted; and strong joint venture support from U.S. coal major Arch Coal, Inc. at its Millennium Bulk Terminals project. As for Sightline’s reference to Australian auditors voicing concerns that Ambre “would be able to continue as a going concern,” Fuller says that’s not the case at all. “Frankly, it’s standard practice for a start-up. The auditors’ report says that Ambre has to continue to raise money to fulfill its projects. By virtue that Ambre is in a start-up phase, where its raising capital, expending funds and resources and staff time, its very natural for them not to

just want to stop coal exports and they see this as a way to poke holes,” Fuller added. As for Sightline’s claims that state and local governments, along with potential business partners should beware, Fuller said those statements just don’t make sense. “Any start up company has some degree of risk. But Ambre is really past start up. They have assets that are worth a lot of funds. They have revenues from the mines. But there’s still uncertainty in some of their investments,” Fuller said. “But everything that has been invested is private dollars. No city is on the hook for millions.”

Colonial Day at Sauvie Island Academy Fifth grade students at Sauvie Island Academy will present a Colonial Day for all of their peers. The students have been learning much about the daily life of early colonial Americans and have prepared many activities to share. At the same time, sixth grade students have been studying the ancient civilizations of the Inca, Aztec and Maya and will also be sharing what they have learned with museum style

station, and a butter and bread station. Several community members have also volunteered to take part in the activities. The sixth grade students will have interactive and engaging museum exhibits surrounding the Aztec, Maya and Inca civilizations. For example, one station will have face painting with ancient symbols. Colonial Day takes place on March 6 from 11

displays. Fifth graders will have hands-on stations for the entire school to participate in and the students will be in colonial era costumes as they assist their schoolmates with activities. There will be a washtub station, a leatherworking station, a stitching station, a quill pen and ink station, a colonial herb station (with herbs harvested from our own Colonial herb garden!), a colonial game

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From now on I will only respond when people address me as Master Walker. I’ll insist on this because, not only am I the newest member of the Columbian Toastmasters and enrolled in a master’s program at Portland State University, but by the end of March I will be one of 26 newly minted Master Gardeners scattered all over the county who will have completed the 11-week Oregon State University Master Gardener program. You will be able to spot us by our snazzy, eye-catching orange Oregon-shaped nametags. You can grab any one of us and ask your puzzling questions regarding things that grow (or frustratingly won’t grow) in our beloved region and together we’ll tackle the mystery. Once upon a time Columbia County had a vibrant farming community. We had dairies, butchers and grew a whole slew of things that would make any foodie drool. The times have changed, though. Granges were social and political hubs. Once FFA (Future Farmers of America) clubs were present in all of the schools and had healthy participation where only Rainier has the last remaining group. Many people still raise their own livestock for meat but it was much more commonplace. Growing one’s own food has not only been a necessity for millennia but also a source of pride that has been lost

employees and volunteers know how to set you straight on the path to the spoils of gardening before, during and after harvest (OSU Master Preservers is next on my list of Mastery). So, remember there is free, region specific, research-based, not-justtrying-to-sell-you-something,

Call me Master Walker relatively recently. According to the U.S. Census, 32 percent of Americans were in the farming Valerie Walker biz back Columbia Pacific in 1916. Food Bank In 2010, almost 100 years later, we couldn’t even muster 1 whole percent. Thanks to the magic of science we can now produce more food on less land and kill pests with a simple spray freeing up millions of wouldbe farmers. The results of which are extremely controversial and I won’t touch the conversation with your hand holding a 10-foot pole. But while things have changed drastically from the farming past of our grandparents I’m here to tell you that farming is cool and getting cooler! And that’s why I wanted to become a Master Gardener. There are still farms scattered around the county if you squint and look real hard. Folks from the city are moving into the county to live out their “Green Acres” fantasies. There is a healthy 4-H presence that one can see every year at the county fair. Schools are figuring it out and trying to buy from local farmers and starting their own teaching gardens. Vernonia has turned lemons into lem-

onade by taking advantage of its clean slate by placing the new community garden front and center on the new school campus so folks can have a regular reminder of where our food comes from. The family pet may be out in the yard scratching for worms and laying eggs for breakfast even in developed neighborhoods. This is all to say that gardening is a magical activity that speaks to the deep primal recesses of one’s soul and is making a comeback, but getting started can seem so daunting. I was initially very intimidated by the prospect of assuming the title of “Master” gardener. But if you can muster the courage to ask you’ll learn that Master Gardeners are friendly, enthusiastic, curious people who are happy to help you figure out how to rid yourself of scourges like the dreaded black spots on your roses (pick off the infected areas and get rid of them but steel yourself to the possibility that it’s a lost cause. Sorry). There are few things as satisfying as planting a wee little seed in the dirt and nurture it, watch it grow into a vital plant which produces a delicious fruit that, one fine day, you’ll pick and relish with unbridled pleasure. This is the time of year to be thinking seriously about what you want to grow and the OSU extension office is an amazing, yet woefully under-utilized resource. The

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help close to home. And what sort of food bank employee would I be if I didn’t encourage those of you with green thumbs to grow a row for the hungry? As you plan your garden think of popular fruits and veggies that you can grow and donate to your local

pantry. Your bounty will be happily accepted at the pantry and by those receiving an emergency food box who could use a hug on the inside from a juicy homegrown squash. Eating food you grew yourself tastes amazing and knowing a neighbor is enjoying it too may be even better.

Food for Thought

Finding a new approach to shopping local We’ve all heard it: shopping locally helps small businesses. But what does that really mean, and what are the benefits beyond supporting our local businesses? Let’s explore the impacts of choosing the mom-and-pop shop over the big box superstore. Most noticeably, shopping locally improves our overall economy. Shopping locally increases the “velocity of money,” or the rate at which money circulates through our community. A higher circulation means the money passes through more hands, and more people benefit from having and spending that money. The money spent at local small businesses will cycle through our community many more times than money spent at a non-local store. Money spent locally also tends to stay within our community; for every $100 spent at a small, local business, $73 stays in our community, thus benefiting more community members. For every $100

spent at a non-local store, only $43 will remain. By placing value on shopping locally, communities encourage new small businesses and an entrepreneurial spirit. More small businesses lead to more choices, more innovation, and lower prices, benefitting the consumer. Consumer thoughts and opinions also matter more; small businesses are much more likely to listen to your needs, interests, and desires than a big box store. As more people choose local, our small businesses strengthen and new businesses open. Our local tax base grows, which means our government can provide more to our citizens. Furthermore, local businesses are significant forces for job creation and reducing unemployment; most new jobs in the U.S. are provided by these small businesses. For all of these reasons, a community with strong small businesses is much more economically self-

sufficient than a community dependent on big box stores. There are social reasons to choose Melissa Serfin small St. Helens Economic shops Development Corp. over the big box as well. Local businesses are much more likely to follow ethical business practices. Wal-Mart has become infamous for their questionable business practices, including low wages, poor working conditions, predatory pricing, sweatshop-sourced products, and poor healthcare coverage for its employees. Most local business owners are there to help and provide a needed service, not just to make a buck. Nonprofits benefit, too; local business owners donate

Blackbird Catering, Houlton Bakery, and the Klondike go one step further by incorporating locally-sourced products into their food. For those unique purchases, do some research before you head out the door to Portland. Stan’s Refrigeration sells large appliances; Columbia Electric Feed and Seed offers pet, farm, and garden supplies; The Soot Busters has fireplaces, vacuums, related services, and parts. For a new clock, head to Fritz’s Clock Repair. There’s a variety of health providers in town, including specialized care, such as optometry and chiropractic services. Of course, not everything can be sourced locally, and I’m not asking you to wall yourself off at city limits. However, I am asking you to exert a little effort in supporting our local businesses, so we can once again gain control of our local economy. The health and viability of our community depends on it.

BART (M) This shelter is a little different than the last place I called home. I’ve heard my staff say that I was part of the last California transport. Not sure exactly where I am now, but I do know that I would love to have a family to call my own. Sometimes at night I dream of sleeping with my new people and what a great companion I would be. I would even like it if I had another doggie friend to live with. You should come see me perhaps I could be your new friend.

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shopping experience without the long drive and for a fraction of the cost of gas. There’s also the environmental impact. Most small businesses in a community are located in the center of town, encouraging walking over driving, hindering sprawl and congestion, and decreasing habitat loss and pollution. While we don’t have everything a person needs here in St. Helens, most purchases can be made within city limits. Eat at our local restaurants; buy clothing, furniture, and home décor from our small shops along Columbia Boulevard and in Olde Towne. Semlings Pharmacy offers the same services and products as Walgreens or Rite-Aid. Get your hair cut at one of our local salons, rather than a chain barber; local barbers often have more experience and training. IGA sells local products, and Oregon-made products can be found at larger grocery stores.

more to local nonprofits and charities than large chain stores. Small local businesses create character, and unique shops offer a different and interesting experience, enhancing the visual, economic, and emotional appeal of our town. This variety is highly desirable to new residents, tourists, and visitors. There are also selfish reasons to shop local. What is more enjoyable – going to Wal-Mart for the hundredth time, or discovering an interesting and distinctive shop with character? Would you rather buy a slightly cheaper sweatshirt that hundreds of other people own, or a oneof-a-kind vintage sweater? Shopping local offers a sense of satisfaction you just don’t get from big box stores. In St. Helens, it also means less of a drive; instead of heading to Portland for your next shopping outing, consider visiting Columbia Boulevard and Olde Towne for a unique

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St. Helens High takes on Macbeth St. Helens High School is proud to announce its production of “M@ cbet#,” an original adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy “Macbeth.” The play runs Feb. 28, March 1, and March 2 with shows at 7 p.m. and along with a 2 p.m. matinee on March 2. Set in the all-girls boarding school of Scotsville Preparatory Academy, the story is a reflection of the original tragedy with various seniors vying for the title of class valedictorian. This new adaptation infuses social media into the narrative and demonstrates how cyber-bullying and character

assassination can be just as real as political assassination. The production hits closer to home with today’s society. The ensemble cast includes Bethany

Barnett, Robin Cutshall, Kearin Duarte, Brandi Endicott, Cylina Gilbert, Sierra Gregory, Randi Maben, Madi Newcomb, Kaitlin Paleck, Sarah Russell, Taylor Steeves, Riann Waggoner, and Asiya Zahl. Shaunté Sanchez is the stage manager and Logan GilbertRenner is the assistant stage manager. McKenzie Brock assistant directs alongside director Ron Barnett. All performances are at the Olmscheid Auditorium at St. Helens High School. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens and can be purchased at the box office 30 minutes before each show.

Public Meetings 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 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. Thursday, Feb. 28 9 a.m. – Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District board of directors regular scheduled meeting and executive session, 58611 McNulty Way. 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. Tuesday, March 5 5:30 p.m. – The Port of St. Helens Advisory Committee meets at the port office, 100 E St., in Columbia City. Wednesday, March 6 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. 7 p.m. – City of St. Helens City Council regular session in the City Council Chambers.

Community Calendar Wednesday, Feb. 27 · Scappoose Public Library, 10:30 a.m. story time for ages 5 and under. The theme and craft is Dr. Seuss. · Bethany Lutheran Church (1/4 mile off Hwy. 30 on Church Road) offers a free soup supper at 5:30 p.m., back to Mayberry for lessons learned at 6.15 p.m. · Mystery Book Club at 7 p.m. at the Columbia City Community Library, 2000 Second St., in Columbia City.

Seuss birthday celebration, story time and craft at 4 p.m. Free.

meeting room, free refreshments served. An action, adventure feature about a “comic book hero” who creates a suit and fights crime, starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrence Howard.

refreshments. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult in the water; parents can swim free. Fully supervised, certified lifeguards on duty. Slide, polar bear swim, free games and prizes. · Columbia Chorale of Oregon is having a spaghetti feed and silent auction at The Moose Lodge at 5 p.m. Tickets $5.

Friday, March 1 · World Day of Prayer at Grace Lutheran Church in Scappoose. All interested are invited to join the prayer service at 11 a.m. Come early for quiet time of Saturday, March 2 reflection before the worship be· Family History Classes gins. The theme of the worship taught by Hal and Barbara Hovservice is “I was a stranger and orka. “Out of the Mainstream,” you welcomed me.” For further hidden sources at 9:30 a.m. in Monday, March 4 · Columbia City Community information, contact Grace the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building, 2755 Library story time for preschoolLutheran at 503-543-6555. ers at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 28 · Scappoose Public Library Sykes Road, in St. Helens. presents a teen movie event at · Kid’s Night Out at Eisen· Scappoose Public Library 2x3D Scap Biz/Tax:01-30-08 2X3D Services 1/12/12 10:08 AM Page 1 Tuesday, March 5 4 p.m. for grades 6–12 in theOffered.qxd schmidt Pool 6–10 p.m. –01-18-12 kids hour for grades k–6. Dr. · Scappoose Public Library Sponsored by Relay 4 Life/Divas presents teen advisory board & Dudes; $7 if registered before meeting at 6 p.m. in the meeting 4 p.m. March 2, $8.50 after 4 p.m. Space is limited so register room, for grades 6–12. Application required. Join in to discuss early. Parents must register children in person and must sign future library programs and events over snacks. For inforout children upon leaving. Bring swimsuit, towel and money for mation, call 503-543-7123.

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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 503543-4802 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 503396-2834, 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 503543-4802 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.

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