Derelict vessel removed from Empire
BY BREE LAUGHLIN
The World
Authorities removed a deteriorating 139-foot-long ship moored unlawfully on stateowned lands near the Empire Boat Ramp in Coos Bay during the rst week in August.
The Oregon Dept. of State Lands coordinated the effort to tow the rusting 86-year-old El Conquistador out of the area, with the Coos County Sheriff’s Of ce and the United States Coast Guard.
A private contractor pumped out old fuel, oil and contaminated water before towing the El Conquistador for about 2 hours to Billeter Marine, where it will be further treated, and nally, towed to Reedsport for dismantling.
The process to seize and remove the rotting vessel was a lengthy one.
“It will be a huge relief when it’s gone,” said Coos County Sheriff’s Of ce Marine Deputy Robert Baker, one day prior to its removal.
Baker said the sheriff’s of ce had been receiving complaints about the ship and the activity coming to and from it for years. He was involved in an inspection of the ship in coordination with state and regulatory agencies.
“They deemed that it was in poor shape, and something needed to happen. Since then, I have come out and posted a pre-seizure notice,” Baker said.
The vessel was seized by the Oregon Dept. of State Lands on July 25.
Two males who were reportedly inhabiting the vessel were cooperative with the seizure, according to Baker.
Dept. of State Lands
The Oregon Dept. of State Lands has been monitoring the El Conquistador long before it was illegally moored near the Empire Boat Ramp in 2021.
“The El Conquistador has been on the Department of State Lands radar for about 20 years – since it arrived at the port, the owners began falling behind on payments and it was auctioned off,” said Dorothy Diehl, The Department of State Lands Waterways Stewardship Project Manager.
“There’s been a lot of curiosity and a lot of concern over those years,” Diehl said.
According to records, the El Conquistador rst arrived in Coos Bay in 2002 from Crescent City, CA under a Panamanian ag, and owners Phillip Nickel and his wife Lee Keevil defaulted on moorage fees.
Two years later, Reinard Pollman took ownership of the El Conquistador with a bid of $60,000 in a U.S. Marshal’s Service auction.
In 2021, the vessel was moved to a location near
the Empire Boat Ramp. The Department of State Lands issued a notice of trespass and subsequent civil penalties.
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Coquille Police Chief retires
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Coquille’s Police Chief, Scott Sanders, a 24-year law enforcement veteran and a 20-year military veteran, retired after over eight years leading the department. In 1980 at age 18, Chief Sanders joined the US Army as an Artilleryman and was stationed at Fort Ord, California where he met his wife, Terese. From there, he deployed twice to the Korean Demilitarized Zone. After his enlistment with the Army, he joined the US Coast Guard as an Aviation Flight Mechanic and served another 17 years, both on the east and west coasts. During his service with the Coast Guard, Chief Sanders deployed numerous times to many different countries, as far north as the Bearing Sea, and south of the equator, doing search and rescue, drug enforcement, illegal alien interdiction, and shery
Salmon derby to help raise money for S.T.E.P
BY BECKY GIGER News Editor
The 31st Annual Gardiner, Reedsport, Winchester Bay Salmon Derby will be held Labor Day weekend beginning August 31st through September 2nd. The event raises money for the Gardiner Reedsport Winchester Bay STEP Program.
STEP stands for salmon, trout enhancement program and is the Fall Chinook Salmon and Rainbow Trout Hatchery program. The hatchery is located on Hwy 101 between Gardiner and the Smith River Bridge, north of Reedsport. The program supports numerous activities including collecting brood stock spawning, hatching salmon and rainbow trout eggs, raising fry, n clipping, keeping precise records, hatchery maintenance and habitat restoration. The salmon derby will offer cash prizes including $500 for the largest salmon of the derby, $150 for the largest salmon each day and $100 for the smallest legal salmon of the derby. All cash prizes will be awarded during the closing ceremonies at 1:30 pm, Monday, September 2nd at the Blue Box Fish Company, Winchester Bay. Participants do not need to be present to win.
Derby tickets can be purchased for $20 individual or $50 boat (three or more anglers) at many locations including Ace Hardware (Reedsport), Snowy River Mercan-
Lands had done what it could over those several years to enforce state land rules, but without the funding behind it to actually move forward with
BY BECKY GIGER News Editor
The North Bend city council met in special session on Tuesday, July 30th to discuss an upcoming ballot initiative. Mayor Jessica Engelke emphasized why this ballot is important, “The revenue from property taxes does not cover the expenses needed to maintain our infrastructure.”
The focus of the meeting was on the wastewater de cit and a needed rate increase for the North Bend resident's wastewater monthly bill. Currently residents are paying $36.66 monthly, one of the lowest in the state. This is not enough explained Public Works Director Ralph Dunham in a presentation to the council, to cover the costs of the aging system, yearly maintenance and capital improvements. In perspective next door neighbor Coos Bay residents are paying $85.57 a month, Coquille $72.12 and Bandon sits at $49.40 for their monthly utility costs.
The priority of the proposal was to determine additional long-term funding for the city and to present options to increase fees to sustain the aging infrastructure.
Ralph Dunham went through the numbers in his presentation, beginning with explaining how old the system is and the need for updating. “Our biggest issue is our collection system. Our collection system design life is 50 years and 70 is about true average life.” Dunham went on to explain why this is a
Bay Area and Coos County right now.
Critical Access Hospitals are a necessary part of rural America; they are literally lifesaving. The Center for Medicare Services recognizes that keeping a low volume hospital open 24/7 every day of the year may be impossible without nancial support. So, at the end of every scal year, a critical access hospital in the red is made whole to start the next scal year in the black. This insures care for a great many rural citizens. How could this go wrong? Well, since the critical access hospital will not end the year in the red, they can spend money on programs, like hiring away the medical staff of the North Bend Medical Center (NBMC) with promises of higher salaries. They do not have to compete on a level nancial playing eld. Bandon and Coquille Valley are doing this now, using taxpayer money to strip a longstanding successful clinic of its staff.
The two Indian Health Service hospitals in Coos Bay are likewise supported by the US Government and have support that allows them, also, to strip health care providers from NBMC.
The Bay Area Hospital is up for sale! A large
corporate buyer will come looking for a bargain and will want the multi-specialty clinic, the NBMC, too. And as part of the deal, they will buy the Advanced Health insurance company which is part of the Oregon Health plan. Advanced Health has been very well run and has been able to share money saved with doctors, thus giving them a bonus for rural practice. Recall the words of the John Prine song Paradise: “And daddy won’t you take me back to Muhlenberg County Down by the Green River where Paradise lay Well, I’m sorry my son, but you’re too late in asking Mister Peabody’s coal train has hauled it away” Wake up people of the South Coast: the healthcare coal train is coming! Ernest Manders
It doesn’t matter which democrat you vote for; they all have the same radical left ideology. No fracking, no drilling, no combustion engines, EV’s only by 2030. Kamala wants to eliminate ICE, keep the border open, she doesn’t want any illegal to be removed, or to call them illegal. Prices will stay high because of energy policies. Check the policies before you vote!
Beverly Wilson, Coos Bay
problem, “Right now 39% of our sewer system, our collection system, which is 51 miles of pipe, is 70 years old or older.” The current system last had a major overhaul in 1991 with the current plant designed for a population of 13k, currently the city is at 10,769 residents using the wastewater utilities with many new homes currently being built.
Mayor Jessica Engelke explained that grants would not be an option moving forward, “We’ve been fortunate to receive millions of dollars in grants over the past few years, but we are ineligible for grants in this department because our residents currently have one of the lowest rates in the state. Even with the rate increase proposed on the ballot, our rates would still be much lower than those of our surrounding cities after three years.”
The council debated several different options for the city settling on a gradual increase to help residents adjust to the new costs. The proposed initiative includes three separate increases at 20% beginning January 1, 2025, to $43.99 per month then increasing to $52.79 in 2026 and to $63.35 in 2027. After 2027: Rates will increase by 5% each year to continue to meet costs and begin to fund the need for an upgrade in 2040. Business rates will increase at the same percentages.
Mayor Engelke spoke to the council’s decision to put the increases to the voters this November, “After reviewing all the options with the council, it became
clear that November is the best time to go to the voters with the upcoming ballot initiative. Our city charter requires that a vote on fees be approved by the majority of registered voters, not just the majority of those who show up to vote. Historically, May elections have lower turnout, which could impact the initiative’s chances of passing.” With the major election slated for November voters should be more inclined to show up to the ballot giving North Bend voters a chance to give their voice to the initiative.
“This is a regulatory utility overseen by the federal government, and if it is not properly maintained, there is a risk of federal takeover. Moving forward with the November ballot is a necessary step to ensure we can meet these regulatory requirements and maintain control at the local level,” told Mayor Engelke.
The need for money stems from the future understanding that current costs will see the department dip into the red by 2029. The treatment system which is already 33 years old and nearing capacity will need an overhaul by 2039. Recently Coos Bay faced the same dilemma spending $27 million on their upgrade. Prices are expected to rise to over $42 million by the time the 2039 deadline is reached.
The North Bend mayor and council wants to remind voters that the information provided is to help residents make an informed decision. It is up to voters to make the decision in November.
For more details, residents can visit the city hall, attend a City Council meeting or visit the North Bend online site to nd more information.
Langlois Lions Club hosting Grand Trifecta
The Langlois Lions Club is hosting a Grand Trifecta, August 24th and 25th, Saturday and Sunday from 9 to 4 pm, at the club house 48136 Floras Lake Loop, just south of Langlois on the right, off Hwy 101.
The Trifecta promises to be of interest whether or not one is a garage sale fanatic.
The three- for- one event:
1) Bene t Indoor sale: Mostly high-quality items including furniture, household items, exercise bike and much more.
We also encourage people who would want to do a "trunk or tail gate sale" and the like to sign up for a space in our yard free of charge. Current vendors: Creations by the Sea (resin art), Sur n' Goats Jam, Ali's Wicky
Wacky Creations (tie dye handmade goods), Sonja's Treats (baked goods) and other garage sale vendors. We are also still interested in additional indoor vendors.
2) Mini Art exhibit: Rock bottom prices featuring paintings by Jean Stephenson, Georganne White, Michael Ousley and handmade ber items by Yvonne Ousley.
3)Mini-Open House: tour of renovations of the bath rooms and kitchen/ info re our Lions Club/ cookies/ coffee/tea.
For more information or registration of either a space indoors or outdoors: Deanna McDermott, call 541 348 2507, text: 541 251 1530 or FB Message.
seizing the boat, there wasn’t a lot that anybody could do,” Diehl said.
That changed when a bill passed that created the Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Program, she said. It provided close to $19 million in startup funds for projects such as this one.
State officials report significant resources are required to remove vessels from waterways and pay for the costs of salvage, transportation, hazardous materials abatement, dismantling, and disposal.
The Oregon Dept. of State Lands estimates the removal and dismantling of the El Conquistador will cost more than one million dollars.
“It takes a lot of money, a lot of coordination and focused commitment to put it all together to make it happen,” Diehl said.
State Land officials
said they were relieved they were able to remove the derelict ship before it got to the point of sinking and leaking a significant amount of pollutants into the bay.
They hired a contractor to process contaminants before towing it.
Workers are also filling in potential cracks and holes before towing the El Conquistador through the open ocean to its final destination in Reedsport for dismantling.
An 86-year History
Diehl said she gained a connection with the El Conquistador during her time researching the vessel.
“I’ve learned all about the history of the ship. I’ve become enamored with it to be honest,” she said. “I think that we’re giving it a dignified end, because there is so much history associated with it.”
The vessel was first launched in 1938 in Quebec, Canada. It was the largest arc-welded ship ever built in Canada at
the time and was designed with an innovative system of propulsion.
In 1967, the vessel was brought through the Panama Canal and up to Vancouver, British Columbia to tow chemical barges for the Gulf of Georgia Towing Company.
In 2000, the vessel was sold at auction in Vancouver, BC and removed from the Canadian Registry.
The new owners had visions of using the ship for passenger cruises in Venezuela.
They changed its’ name to El Conquistador and made significant alterations, adding more than 50 gross tons of volume in bedrooms, bathrooms, dining space and other accommodations to the vessel.
The grand plans for the ship became derailed. The history of El Conquistador since 2002 has been far less glamorous than previous owners planned.
A Cautionary Tale
patrols.
In 2000, while at his last duty station with the Coast Guard, in Los Angeles California, Chief Sanders started his Law Enforcement career as a Reserve Deputy for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office. After his military retirement, in 2002, he took a job with the Coos County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division. In 2005, Chief Sanders took a job with the Myrtle Point Police Department as a patrol officer, then advancing to sergeant and serving over 11 years with them.
In 2016, Chief Sanders took the position as Chief for the Coquille Police Department. During the past eight years he led the department, and even the city, as Interim City Manager.
Chief Sanders said the best part of his law enforcement career was working patrol, making arrests and holding those accountable who caused harm to others. He said his goal was to always listen to everyone, treat them with dignity and respect but at the same time, hold them accountable for their actions. Chief Sanders’ wife said his respect for others always showed. She said there is hardly a local place they go where someone does not come up to him, asks if he remembers them, and
Each vessel has a unique history. But the problem with abandoned and illegally moored boats is growing. Abandoned and derelict vessels can seriously threaten the health and safety of Oregon-owned waterways.
Potential problems caused by abandoned and derelict vessels include water contamination, navigation hazards, and
damage to public and private property, according to the Oregon Dept. of State Lands.
Ultimately, the owner of the boat is liable for all costs associated with its’ removal.
“I think it’s a cautionary tale for anybody who sees what they think is a discount boat – something that they can go fulfill a dream with. You
have to do your research and really understand what’s required to maintain a boat like that, where you can legally moor it, and what qualifications you need to operate it,” Diehl said.
“I don’t want to lecture anybody; I’ve just seen it several times in this line of work. It’s not an impulse buy,” she said.
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says something like, “Hey Sanders, do you remember me? You arrested me before, but you treated me fairly and I appreciate that.”
Chief Sanders says he looks forward to retirement, traveling on his motorcycle, spending time with his friends, family, and his children, Chevis and Brandi.
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tile (Reedsport), Stockade Market (Winchester Bay), Salmon Harbor Tackle (Winchester Bay) or S.T.E.P. Members, at the GRWB STEP office at 1877 Winchester, Reedsport. Tickets can also be purchased on derby days at the East and West boat ramps in Winchester Bay, and the Rainbow Plaza. For more information participants can call 541-6625505, email us at grwbstep@ gmail.com or visit www. umpquastephatchery.org.
Courtesy Photo Zackery Akins, shown here with his sister, took
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SPORTS
SCAT swim team has success at state
John Gunther For the World
Seven members of the South Coast Aquatic Team competed at the long course state championships, held in July.
Evalynn Ryback led the way for the team, earning several medals in the 11- to 14-year-old championships at Mount Hood Community College in Gresham July 18-21.
Ryback, who is 11, reached the finals in five of her six events, with her best finish coming in her best event, the 50-meter backstroke. She qualified for the finals with a time of 40.28 seconds and then improved in the finals to 38.87, a new best that gave her sixth place.
Ryback was seventh in the 50 freestyle with a time of 33.43. She placed eighth in three other events — the 100 freestyle (1:13.13), 100 backstroke (1:27.33) and 200 freestyle (2:43.21). Ryback’s other event was the 100 breaststroke, where she finished with a time of 1:44.49.
Also at the championships in Gresham, Caitlin Abrahamsen (age 11) competed in the 50 freestyle (35.49) and 200
freestyle (2:55.28); Payton Andrews (11) competed in the 50 freestyle (35.49), 100 freestyle (1:17.83), 50 backstroke (43.35) and 200 freestyle (2:47.69); and Morgan Ryback (14) competed in the 50 freestyle (32.09) and 100 freestyle (1:13.29).
The state 10-and-under championships were held July 13-14 at Albany Community Pool.
Kinley Andrews (age 8) competed in the 50 breaststroke (1:11.07), 50 backstroke (52.26) and 50 freestyle (51.64). Mia Soulinhavongsa (9) competed in the 100 freestyle (1:44.62) and 50 freestyle (46.42). Zoey Tyler (9) competed in the 100 backstroke (1:53.01).
The athletes were coached by the South Coast Aquatic Team’s head coach, Heather Perry, and her assistant, Sarah Perry.
The coaches said they “were very proud to represent some of their hard-working swimmers who all put on a great showing at state and earned themselves some new best personal records.”
The team practices yearround at North Bend Municipal Pool.
Brookings-Harbor gets turf field
JerrY uLMer
OSAAtoday
For years, Brookings-Harbor’s best-laid plans to install an artificial turf football field always seemed to hit a snag.
“Funding sources fell through,” athletic director Keith Wallin said. “Lot of different reasons. Nobody’s fault, just logistically didn’t work out.”
Those dreams are about to be realized. Last Tuesday, began laying FieldTurf on the stadium field at Brookings-Harbor, giving the 3A Bruins the only artificial turf football surface within a twohour drive on the South Coast.
“This is about the third go we’ve had at trying to do this,” Wallin said. “We’ve got a lot of really special things planned.”
The football field is part of a nearly $2 million facilities upgrade. The school also is installing a new track, replacing the artificial turf infield on the softball field and building a multi-use practice field from the soil removed from the stadium field.
“It’s a construction-filled summer around here,” Wallin said.
Much of it was made possible by South Coast Lumber, which made contributions responsible for about two-thirds of the project. Tidewater Contractors contributed excavation and paving. Many other local sub-contractors chipped in. And the school’s booster club has helped with cost overruns.
“South Coast Lumber stepped up and said, ‘We want to do something special,’” Wallin said. “There was just a lot great community help for it. The guys that were working on it were all guys that graduated from Brookings. They’ve got ownership.
“We’re really trying not to incur much, if any, costs to the school district, especially with tight budget times.”
Construction on a new track will begin once the turf installation is completed in a few weeks. The school has opted to paint the track blue and gold.
“Just something to make it personal, a little signature,” Wallin said.
The artificial turf field not only will benefit Brookings-Harbor, but it could play host to events for other schools on the South Coast, especially late in the season when grass fields turn muddy. The closest artificial turf football fields are about 100 miles away at Marshfield, Hidden Valley and Grants Pass high schools.
Wallin said the school also is looking into playing host to summer events.
“We have some really big plans in the future to host some 7-v-7 soccer tournaments in the summertime, when we know the valley
schools are going to want to come over to get out of the heat,” he said. “And we’re also starting early-stage plans to host a major football camp. We’re also fully prepared for valley schools to call us when they’re having to deal with smoke.”
The Brookings-Harbor stadium field not only had a severe crown – about four feet – but it retained a lot of water due to the content of the soil. Heavily used by the community, it often became very soft. At certain times of the year, the surface would become rock hard.
Due to jumping pits and light towers inside the track, the playable area was too narrow for soccer matches, forcing the school’s teams to play on the baseball outfield.
To prepare for the project, the school moved the light towers outside the track in early 2023. This summer, the school moved the jumping pits to each end of the field, between the end zones and the track.
That means the playable area finally is big enough to accommo-
State volleyball tournaments coming to Bay Area
Marshfield and North Bend will co-host 3A and 4A championships
John tAWA
OSAAtoday
OSAA state championship volleyball at the 4A and 3A levels is a moving experience. That’s especially true in 2024, as the OSAA / OnPoint Community Credit Union Girls Volleyball 4A/3A State Championships will be moving from Springfield High, where they have been held since 2022; to North Bend and Marshfield High Schools. North Bend will host the 4A championships and Marshfield will be the 3A site. The tournaments, slated for Nov. 8-9, will run as single-court events, like basketball. Historically, the volleyball championships have played two matches sideby-side for all but the state finals.
OSAA Assistant Executive Director Missy Smith said that there were no college venues available for the tournament, as schools were reluctant to give up control of their gyms for two days during a part of the calendar when they are needed for the end of the collegiate volleyball season coupled with the start of men’s and women’s basketball. The 3A basketball tournament at Marshfield in Coos Bay and North Bend has been such a success as a destination experience, Smith said, that when Marshfield athletic director Greg Mulkey pitched Marshfield and North Bend for volleyball as well, the choice became clear.
OSAA will use this year to experiment with the site and format, but given the success of 3A basketball in the Bay Area, the volleyball championships in that part of the state could easily become a fixture.
“They want to make it a great event like they do basketball,” Smith explained. “We wanted to put a first class event where someone really wanted us also. We are excited about the opportunity.”
Unlike the state basketball tournament, which is a threeday event, volleyball will play out over two days, this year scheduled for Nov. 8-9.
Salmon derby again scheduled for Labor Day weekend
which awards numerous cash prizes.
This year’s event is Aug. 31-Sept. 2. It runs from first daylight to 6 p.m. on both Saturday, Aug. 31, and Sunday, Sept. 1. On Labor Day, the hours are 6 a.m. to noon.
can be purchased at the East and West boat ramps in Winchester Bay and the Rainbow Plaza boat launch in Old Town Reedsport. For more information, call 541-602-5505 or visit www. umpquastephatchery.org.
date soccer matches. School teams also will be able to practice on the new grass field that is being constructed adjacent to the stadium field.
“That was never a usable space before,” Wallin said.
The new fields will complement the school’s 100x120-foot indoor artificial turf facility that was built 15 years ago.
“Between our weight room and our indoor facility, and now this facility, it’s truly going to be really, really special,” Wallin said.
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Caitlin Abrahamsen, Payton Andrew, Evalynn Ryback, & Morgan Ryback competed in the 11-14 state meet
Courtesy Photo Evalynn Ryback with her medal haul from the state meet
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SCAT Heather Perry with Mia Soulinhavongsa & Kinley Andrews
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The crew from Fieldturf/Beynon installs new turf at Brookings-Harbor High School on Thursday, August 8.
Obituaries
David Lee “Hok” Haukoos
January 3, 1956- July 23, 2024
David Lee “Hok” Haukoos, 1956-2024, age 68, of Reedsport, Oregon, unexpectedly passed away July 23, 2024 at Lower Umpqua Hospital. He came into the world in Ames, Iowa January 3, 1956 to Phyllis Bryant and Dean Haukoos. His family moved to Reedsport, Oregon in 1969. He attended Reedsport High School and graduated in 1974. This August would
have been his 50th class reunion. After graduation he went into the construction business, and he was building his “last house.”
David’s unexpected passing comes as a shock to his family, friends and loved ones, who are still reeling at the loss. He lived a vibrant life and still had so much ahead of him. He loved fishing, crabbing, hunting,
Loren James Martin
October 29, 1964- April 12, 2024
Loren James Martin died on April 12, 2024, following a severed brain injury with multiple complications over a two and a half year period. Loren is survived by his son T.J. MartinLockey, brother Arlan Martin and his parents Georgia and James Martin. Loren was born in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 1964 and died at the age of 59 in Salem, Oregon. Loren was kind and loving and never
Dennis Mark Santos, 71, of North Bend, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly August 3, 2024.
Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Carla Santos; his children, Mark Santos and Lori McCasland; his son-in-law, Arron McCasland; his sisters, Toni Santos and Tracy Tuohy, and brother-inlaw, Martin Tuohy; his sister and brother-inlaw, Mac and Marcia Baty; his cherished grandchildren, Owen Humbert, Maddison McCasland, and Kora McCasland; and many nieces, nephews, and friends who were like family. He is also survived by his loyal dog, Buddy Santos. Dennis was born July 27, 1953, in Oakland, California, to Charles and Dorothy Rose Santos. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for four years, following in his father’s military
trapping moles and cutting firewood. He loved his family! He adored his nine grandchildren. They were his pride and joy. He enjoyed watching all of their sporting events and sharing his love for the outdoors with them. Colby was his fishing and hunting buddy.
David is survived by his wife of 30 years, Julie Haukoos (Buehler); son Gary Haukoos of Reedsport; daughter
knew a stranger. Loren spent five years of his childhood in Pocatello, Idaho before moving to Coos Bay, Oregon with his parents in 1973. He graduated at Marshfield High School in 1983 and later received a two year degree in law enforcement at Chemeketa College in Salem. He worked as a drug and alcohol counselor until he was placed on Social Security disability for Bipolar Disorder. Loren
footsteps. He later worked at FMC, where he met Carla while she worked in the peach factory. They were married on December 31, 1983, in Reno, Nevada.
The couple moved from California to Rogue River, Oregon, to be closer to family, and eventually settled in North Bend. Dennis began his Coos County adventure as a Rainbow vacuum salesman before becoming a newspaper distributor for the Oregonian. In 1999, he took a leap and started his own business, Jump 4 Fun, beginning with a single jump house. He grew the business with his family, becoming deeply involved in community events, including school functions, church activities, festivals, birthday parties and local gatherings. Dennis’ final professional chapter was as a bus driver for Head Start,
was an avid fisherman and loved bringing fish home, especially salmon.
He had many friends over his life span. He was a generous and loving individual. Loren was married twice. His second wife, Trish died suddenly in 2015 at 51 years of age after completing her Master of Social Work degree. Loren never recovered from her loss.
A celebration of life will be held later by the
where he took great joy in bringing happiness to children.
Dennis cherished his mornings with coffee on the porch and his many DIY projects around the house. He had a deep love for the water, whether it was watching the waves or panning for gold. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his son and exploring new places with Carla, whether they were visiting local spots, nearby towns, enjoying a night at the casino, or simply sitting by the water.
Known for his infectious smile and humor, Dennis brought joy and laughter to everyone he met. His grandchildren have countless fond memories of their grandpa, and his kindness and humor touched many lives.
Dennis will be remembered for his boundless love, joy, and the profound impact he
Christy (Brian) Kuehn of Albany; son Shane (Melissa) Henning of Redmond; daughter Megan (Christian) Walter of Reedsport; grandchildren Collin and Kaitlyn Kuehn, Marley, Madden and Macklin Henning, Colby, Noah, Easton and Makenzie Walter. David is proceeded in death by his parents, Dean Haukoos and Phyllis Bryant, and brother Ron Haukoos. We love you
beach where he and Trish spent a great deal of time together.
made on those around him. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, whose memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals. com
to the moon and back and we will see you when we get there!
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Winchester Bay Marine Activity Center. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to the Reedsport Varsity Baseball team, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Oregon 97467.
Walter Rudolph Strauss
July 10, 1937 - July 4, 2024
Walter Rudolph Strauss 86, of North Bend passed away July 4, 2024 in North Bend. He was born July 10, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Walter and Frieda (Paul) Strauss. Walter attended Finish School before enlisting in the US Navy for 22 years as a Petty Officer Radio operator on submarines. After he retired, he worked for a short time with Sauce Brothers.
He married Nellie Mae McCoy August 19, 1999 of North Bend who survives him in addition to his son, Paul Richard Strauss of Ladson, of South Carolina; daughters, Teresa Ann Strauss Griffin of Kingsland, Georgia and Debbie Strauss Strang of North Charleston, South Carolina; sister, Mitzi Stark of Huntley, Illinois and brother, Paul Strauss of Huston, Texas. He was formerly married to Minnie Elizabeth Watts of Kingsland, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, and son, Michael Taro Strauss. A family memorial service will be held. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay with scattering of his cremated remains in the Pacific Ocean by the US Coast Guard under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. www. coosbayareafunerals. com
von Schweinitz 60, of Coos Bay died July 14, 2024 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Timothy Charles Nagle, 57, of Bandon, died August 1, 2024 in Bandon. Arrangements are under the direction of Amling Schroeder Funeral Service, Bandon.
Southewestern Oregon Community College hosting Financial Aid Workshop
COOS BAY, OR – Southwest -
ern Oregon Community College will be hosting a financial aid workshop on the Coos Campus (1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay) on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. This event is free and open to all. It will take place on the third floor of Tioga Hall in the Tutoring Center from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
The first 23 people to arrive will receive a $10 Gas/Grocery card.
CURRY COUNTY RESI -
DENTS: Join us via zoom from the Curry Campus, Room 232 (96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings). The first eight people to arrive will receive a $10 Gas/ Grocery card.
Financial aid and TRIO advisors will be available to assist people with submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the first step in securing funding to pay for the costs associated with going to college. Applying for federal and state aid can be time
consuming and difficult. The Financial Aid staff at Southwestern will provide current students, prospective students, and the community assistance with navigating this process.
The workshop offers hands-on assistance from trained professionals who will be available to help you navigate the FAFSA from beginning to end. Our staff will also be able to access any successfully submitted FAFSAs that we have received to review them for errors and assist you with making corrections to the form.
It is important to submit your FAFSA as soon as possible. Fall term classes begin on September 16, 2024.
For more information contact Stevie Jennings, Director of Financial Aid at Southwestern via email at stevie.jennings@socc.edu or by calling 541-888-1615.
General information regarding financial aid can be found on our website: https://www.socc.edu.
Donna J. Manning, 81, of Coquille died August 3, 2024 in Myrtle Point. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Dorothy White Erickson, 93, of North Bend, passed away on August 2, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-7560440.
Gregory Allen Hood 65, of North Bend, passed away on August 1, 2024 in Eugene. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Thomas Reid Graham, 92, of North Bend, passed away on August 2, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.
Conrad Lee Heintzelman, 86, of North Bend, passed away August 1, 2024 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Dennis M. Santos, 71, of North Bend died August 3, 2024 in Reedsport. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131. _www.coosbayareafunerals.com
Dennis Mark Santos
July 27, 1953 - August 3, 2024
Leah
CBW24-4000 Legal Notice EZ MINI STORE 1293 Ocean Blvd NW Coos Bay, OR 97420 will be selling the following Storage Units at Public Auction, August 28, 2024 at 10:00am for Non-Payment & Other Fees: Pearl Dennis Unit#40, Pearl Dennis Unit#42
CBW24-4001
Legal Notice Cedar Point Storage 98286 OR42 Coquille, Oregon 97420 will be selling the following Storage Units at Public Auction, August 29, 2024 at 10:00am for NonPayment & Other Fees: Tamara Dimicelli, Unit#060 Tamara Dimicelli, Unit#050 Michelle Blair, Unit#020 Julian Baca, Unit#053 Rose Reule, Unit#040
CBW24-4002 Legal Notice NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE ROGUE RIVERSISKIYOU NATIONAL FOREST
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The Lockhart DxP Re-Offer Sale is located within T. 32 S., R. 11 W., Sections 14, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33; T. 33 S., R. 11 W., Sections 8, 9, and 17; Willamette Meridian, Surveyed, Coos County, Oregon. In the event a qualified Small Business bids on and is awarded Lockhart DxP SBA Timber Sale, The Lockhart DxP Re-Offer Timber Sale will be canceled without future offering by the Forest Service. Results of the Lockhart DxP SBA Timber Sale auction will be available at the Supervisor's Office at 10:30 A.M. local time on 09/12/2024 or at https:// www.fs.usda.gov/resources/ rogue-siskiyou/landmanagement/resourcemanagement. In the event the Forest Service does not receive responsive bids for the Lockhart DxP SBA Timber Sale, the Forest Service will receive Sealed and Oral bids at Medford Interagency Office before or at the time of public bid opening at 10:00 AM local time on 09/19/2024 for the Lockhart DxP Re-Offer Timber Sale followed by oral bidding for an estimated volume of 38602 ton of Douglas-fir and Other Coniferous Species saw timber marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition, there is within the sale area an unestimated volume of Miscellaneous green biomass convertible that the bidder may agree to remove at a fixed rate. Sale contains specified roads with an estimated public works construction cost of $195,227.41. Bidders qualifying as small business concerns under the Small Business Act may, when submitting a bid, elect for the Forest Service to build permanent roads. Additional information concerning this option is in the prospectus. The Forest Service reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Interested parties may obtain a prospectus from the office listed below. A prospectus, bid form, and complete information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale, and submission of bids is available to the public from our website at https://www.fs.usda. gov/resources/rogue-siskiyou/ landmanagement/resourcemanagement or Karl W. Smith, Contracting Officer at karl.smith@ usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
CBW24-4003 Legal Notice Port of Bandon, Oregon Fisheries Building Parking Improvements Sealed Competitive Bids to provide design and construction services for the Port of Bandon ("Port") will be received at the Port office, 390 1st Street SW, Bandon, OR 97411, until 3 p.m. on August 29, 2024. Any Bids received after the specified time will not be considered. The Bid will cover the cost of materials and labor to provide paving, storm drain, curbs, sidewalks, landscaping, and other improvements, located at 250 1st Street SW in Bandon, Oregon. Bid and construction documents can be viewed by appointment in the Port office at the above address, or by email request to info@portofbandon.com Construction is targeted to begin on or around November 2024 and to be completed by March 2025. The Project is a public work subject to the payment of Oregon applicable prevailing wages for Region 7, Coos and Curry counties, as established by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries, BOLI : Which prevailing wage rate applies to this project? : For Employers : State of Oregon. The Project is funded with grant funds from multiple non-federal sources. Compliance with grant terms will be required. An option-
al site visit is scheduled for August 20, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Direct questions to Jeff Griffin by email at portmanager@portofbandon.com; by telephone at (541) 347-3206.
CBW24-4002
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON FOR COOS COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of KATHLEEN L. RICKENBACH Deceased Case No. 24PB06737 NOTICE TO INTERESED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Gary Rickenbach has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the claim, with proper documentation, within four months after the date of first publication of this Notice, as state below, to the Personal Representative at the office of GOULD LAW FIRM, P.C., 243 W. Commercial, P.O. Box 29, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, or the claim may be barred. All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings in this estate may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, 250 N. Baxter Street, Coquille, Oregon 97423, the Personal Representative or the attorney for the Person Representative. Dated and first published: Gary Reickenbach Personal Representative 20 Fontenay Circle Little Rock, AR. 72223 (501)837-9278
CBW24-4003
Legal Notice NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE ROGUE RIVERSISKIYOU NATIONAL FOREST The Lockhart DxP SBA Sale is located within T. 32 S., R. 11 W., Sections 14, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33; T. 33 S., R. 11 W., Sections 8, 9, and 17; Willamette Meridian, Surveyed, Coos County, Oregon. The Forest Service will receive Sealed and Oral bids at Medford Interagency Office before or at the time of public bid opening at 10:00 AM local time on 09/12/2024 followed by oral bidding for an estimated volume of 38602 ton of Douglas-fir and Other Coniferous Species sawtimber marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition, there is within the sale area an unestimated volume of Miscellaneous green biomass convertible that the bidder may agree to remove at a fixed rate. This is a small business set-aside sale. If no self-certifying small business concern makes a valid bid, the Forest Service will readvertise this sale without restrictions on bidder size. Sale contains specified roads with an estimated public works construction cost of $195,227.41. Bidders qualifying as small business concerns under the Small Business Act may, when submitting a bid, elect for the Forest Service to build permanent roads. Additional information concerning this option is in the prospectus. The Forest Service reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Interested parties may obtain a prospectus from the office listed below. A prospectus, bid form, and complete information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale, and submission of bids is available to the public from our website at https://www.fs.usda. gov/resources/rogue-siskiyou/ landmanagement/resourcemanagement or Karl W. Smith, Contracting Officer at karl.smith@ usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
WLD24-3026 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City of Coos Bay will hold a hearing pursuant to Coos Bay Municipal Code 15.15 "Dangerous Buildings" for the properties located at 1050-1060-10701088-1090 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon. The hearing will take place on August 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at the Coos Bay City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon.
WLD24-3017
TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE (ORS 86.764)
Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by Byron P. Dye as grantor, to Ticor Title Company of Oregon as trustee, in favor of Shannon Lidgard as beneficiary, dated September 27, 2019, and recorded on September 30, 2019 in the Coos County official records, Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2019-08879, covering the following described real prop-
erty situated in said county and state, to wit: SEE ATTACHED FOR LEGAL DESCRIPTION PROPERTY ADDRESS: 67085 Marlow Creek Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Trustee's Mailing Address: Brian J. Beck, Miller & Hopp, Attorneys at Law, 210 NW Irving Ave, #101, Bend, Oregon 97003 There is a default by grantor or other person owing an obligation, performance of which is secured by the Trust Deed, or by the successor in interest, with respect to provisions therein which authorize sale in the event of default of such provision. The default for which foreclosure is made is the grantor's failure to pay when due the following sums: the principal amount $337,500.00 which became due on September 30, 2020; plus interest at 7.0% per annum from September 30, 2019; plus title expenses, costs, trustee's fees and attorney's fees incurred herein by reason of said default; and any further sums advanced by the beneficiary for the protection of the above-described real property and its interest therein. By reason of said default, the Personal Representative has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said trust deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: $444,427.41 up to and including April 8, 2024, which amount is comprised of the unpaid principal balance of $337,500.00 and interest at 7.0% per annum on that amount from September 30, 2019. In addition to the foregoing amounts, the Personal Representative is entitled to recover all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation of the trust deed together with trustee's fees and attorney fees not exceeding the amounts provided by law. After April 8, 2024, interest shall accrue at the daily rate of $64.73 based on the abovestated principle balance and interest rate. Notice is hereby given that the Personal Representative and trustee, by reason of the default, have elected and do hereby elect to foreclose the trust deed by advertisement and sale pursuant to ORS 86.705 to 86.815, and to cause to be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the described property which grantor had, or had the power to convey, at the time of the execution by grantor of the trust deed, together with any interest grantor or grantor's successor in interest acquired after the execution of the trust deed, to satisfy the obligations secured by the trust deed and the expenses of the sale, including the compensations of the trustee as provided by law, and the reasonable fees of the Personal Representative or trustee's attorneys. The sale will be held at the hour of eleven o'clock, A.M. (11:00 a.m.), in accord with the standard of time established by ORS 187.110 on October 3, 2024, at the following place: Coos County Circuit Courthouse, 250 N Baxter St., Coquille, Oregon 97423, which is the hour, date, and place last set for sale. Notice is further given that the right exists under ORS 86.778 to have the proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by paying the entire amount then due, together with costs, trustee's fees and attorney fees, and by curing any other default complained of in the notice of default, at any time that is not later than five days before the date last set for the sale. Without limiting the trustee's disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee's sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee's sale.
DATED: April 26, 2024 Trustee. Brian J. Beck, Attorney at Law, (541) 948-8830
CBW24-3021 TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE
TS No.: 173391
APN: 746700 / 3350000 Reference is made to that certain deed made by Leroy Berg and Tammie Berg Husband and Wife as Grantor to U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, in favor of U.S. Bank, National Association N.D. as Beneficiary, dated 05/21/2008, recorded 06/23/2008, in the official records of Coos County, Oregon as Instrument No. 2008-6384 in Book xx, Page xx covering the following described real property situated in said County and
State, to wit: See attached Exhibit A Parcel I: Beginning at a point 528 feet North of the Southwest Corner of the Southeast ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 36, Township 27 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon; running thence East 100 feet, more or less, to the Place of Beginning of the Tract herein to be conveyed; thence East 100 feet; thence North 50 feet; thence West 100 feet; thence South 50 feet to the Place of Beginning. ALSO: Beginning at a point 528 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southeast ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 36, Township 27 South, Range 13 West, of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon; thence East 100 feet, more or less, to the Point of Beginning of this description, said point also being the Southwest corner of the property conveyed to Clarence S. Osika, et ux, by Instrument recorded May 7, 1942 in Book 142, Page 503, Deed Records of Coos County, Oregon; thence Easterly along Osika's South Boundary 100 feet, more or less, to the West boundary of North Dean Street; thence Southerly along said West boundary 5 feet, more or less, to the North boundary of the plat of Nosler's Addition to the Town of Coquille City, Coos County, Oregon, said point also being the Northeast corner of Lot 3, Block 2, said Nosler's Addition to the Town of Coquille City; thence Westerly along the North boundary of said Plat of Nosler's Addition to Coquille City 100 feet, more or less, to a point South of the Point of Beginning; thence Northerly 5 feet, more or less, to the Point of Beginning. Parcel II: Lot 3, Block 2, Nosler's Addition to the Town of Coquille. Commonly known as: 837 N Dean St, Coquille, OR 97423 The current beneficiary is U.S. Bank National Association pursuant to assignment of deed of trust recorded on 06/23/2008 as Inst No. 2008-6384 in the records of Coos, Oregon. The beneficiary has elected and directed successor trustee to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to Section 86.752(3) of Oregon Revised Statutes: the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor's failure to: Make the monthly payments commencing with the payment due on 10/20/2023 and continuing each month until this trust deed is reinstated or goes to trustee's sale; plus a late charge on each installment not paid within fifteen days following the payment due date; trustee's fees and other costs and expenses associated with this foreclosure and any further breach of any term or condition contained in subject note and deed of trust. 1. By the reason of said default the beneficiary has declared all obligations secured by said deed of trust immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: Principal balance of: $35,582.83; 2. Interest through 07/18/2024 in the amount of: $2,565.95 3. Late Charges in the Amount of: $200.00 4. Inspections in the amount of: $45.00 5. Attorney Fees and Costs in the amount of: $1,335.00 6. Together with the interest thereon at the rate 8.5000000% subject to adjustment until paid all accrued late
charges thereon; and all trustee's fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. The principal sum of $35,582.83 together with the interest thereon at the rate 8.5000000% subject to adjustment 09/20/2023 until paid; plus all accrued late charges thereon; and all trustee's fees, foreclosure costs and any sums advanced by the beneficiary pursuant to the terms of said deed of trust. Whereof, notice hereby is given that the undersigned trustee will on 11/27/2024 at the hour of 1:00 PM, Standard of Time, as established by Section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statutes, at the main entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423, County of Coos, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured (and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee). Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes; has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee's and attorney's fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for the sale. In construing this, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other person owing obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed; the words "trustee" and "beneficiary" include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee's deed has been issued by Prime Recon LLC. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer's money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy. The pur
Monday 7/29:
North Bend
• 1:45 pm, harassment, 1480 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 2:45 pm, harassment, 1611 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 3:44 pm, criminal trespass, 3303 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 8:46 pm, 54 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on domestic harassment, 2931 block of Ash Street.
Coos Bay
• 8:21 am, criminal trespass, 970 block of South Broadway.
• 8:57 am, unlawful vehicle, area of Wallace and Newmark.
• 9:39 am, criminal trespass, 275 block of East Johnson Avenue.
• 9:57 am, 40 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on failure to appear on theft III, criminal mischief I, 2 counts of attempt to commit class C felony, failure to appear on failure to appear I, failure to report as a sex offender, failure to appear on failure to appear II, giving false info to peace of cer in connection with cite and warrant, 2602 block of Mexeye Loop.
• 10:53 am, criminal mischief, 1005 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 11:43 am, disorderly conduct, 1270 block of North Bayshore
• 12:20 pm, ght, area of Coal Bank Slough Bridge.
• 1:25 pm, criminal trespass, 295 block of North 4th Street.
• 2:13 pm, criminal mischief, 291 block of 2nd Avenue.
• 2:38 pm, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 1313 block of North Bayshore Drive.
• 5:14 pm, 31 year old transported to Coos County Jail on robbery II and theft III, 1385 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 5:41 pm, harassment, 245 block of South Schoneman Street.
• 6:49 pm, theft, 1040 block of Jefferson Street.
• 10:13 pm, phone harassment, 576 block of 12th Avenue.
Coquille
• 10:28 am, burglary, 913 block of West 17th Street.
• 5:08 pm, harassment, area of East 1st Street.
Tuesday 7/30:
North Bend
• 12:09 am, threats, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 3:38 am, disorderly conduct, area of Tremont.
• 4:14 am, 48 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on disorderly conduct, area of Tremont
Police Blotter
Juniper.
and State.
• 11:55 am, 30 year old arrested on failure to appear, disorderly conduct II, 1901 block of North East F Street.
• 12:05 pm, sex offender registration, 835 block of California Avenue.
• 12:42 pm, 47 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass I, theft III, and probation violation, 2131 block of Newmark Street.
• 12:55 pm, criminal trespass, 1810 block of Monroe Street.
• 3:25 pm, unlawful vehicle, area of State and Myrtle.
• 3:37 pm, fraud, 2060 block of Virginia Court.
• 5:27 pm, accident hit and run, 835 block of California Avenue.
• 5:52 pm, unlawful vehicle, 3000 block of Pine Street.
• 8:54 pm, 46 year old female cited on DUII, 3201 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 9:28 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Harbor Avenue.
• 9:30 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Sherman and Bay. .
Coos Bay
• 12:15 am, 42 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on parole violation- dangerous drugs, area of Tremont.
• 6:11 am, burglary, 962 block of South 1st Street.
• 11:47 am, unlawful vehicle, 1400 block of
Coos Bay advising of two leaks at wastewater plants
Staff Report
On the evening of Monday July 29, 2024, a power failure occurred at Plant 1. The power failure only occurred for a few seconds, however the plant sent out an alarm (as designed) to the city’s operators. This alarm system ensures that a prompt response occurs to make sure everything is working correctly.
Nationwide, wastewater treatment plants have a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. These permits have strict water quality limits for discharging effluent to receiving waters. One limit in the permit for Plant 1 (located at 680 Ivy Ave) is disinfection prior to discharge. Plant 1 utilizes chlorine to disinfect and sodium bisulfite to dechlorinate the effluent prior to sending it to the receiving waters. Upon inspection of the plant, the operator discovered that the sodium bisulfite (de-chlorination) pump did not go back online and was not dosing sodium bisulfite to dechlorinate the effluent prior to discharge.
As a result, approximately 137,500 gallons of treated and chlorinated effluent was discharged to the bay. Based on the plant’s monitoring equipment the chlorine levels in the effluent were 0.4 milligrams per liter (mg/L). To put this into perspective, the allowable limit of chlorine in
drinking water is 4.0 mg/L. While this discharge was ten times less than drinking water standards it is still above the city’s NPDES permit limits and must be reported to both the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS).
On the night of July 30, 2024, city staff received an alarm from the pump station, upon arrival all pumps were operating correctly. Coos Bay pump station 6, located at S. 5th Street and Kruse Avenue, is currently under construction. As a result, sewer flows must be bypassed around the pump station until construction is complete. Staff went back out the following morning on July 31, 2024, to check all the pumps to ensure they were still working properly, which they were. While out on inspection staff observed the bypass pumping pipeline was leaking. Staff immediately stopped the leak and then replaced the section of damaged pipe and disinfected the surrounding area with lime. Approximately 2,880 gallons left the pipe through the leak and discharged to the Coal Bank Slough via outfall at the south end of S. 5th Street. Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and the Oregon Emergency Response System were notified of the incident. Any questions can be directed to the Coos Bay Public Works Department at 541-269-1181 extension 3565.
• 2:32 pm, shoplifter, 2051 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 8:06 pm, 26 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on 3 counts aggravated harassment, attempted aggravated harassment, harassment C- felony, and 3 counts of harassment Bmisdemeanor, area of South Cammann and Michigan.
• 10:46 pm, criminal trespass, 1775 block of Thompson Road.
Wednesday 7/31:
North Bend
• 6:54 am, suicide, area of Newmark and Sheridan.
• 6:25 pm, criminal trespass, 1385 block of Bayview Street.
• 7:54 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Brussels and Newmark.
Coos Bay
• 1:13 pm, criminal trespass, 1988 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 2:26 am, disorderly conduct, area of Commercial and College Park.
• 6:25 am, 49 year old transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, 1297 block of Ocean Boulevard.
• 11:05 am, harassment, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 11:12 am, criminal trespass, 545 block of Madison.
• 12:37 pm, 32 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on 2 counts of failure to appear I, theft I, 1297 block of Ocean Boulevard.
• 1:08 pm, accident hit and run, 355 block of South 8th Street.
• 1:27 pm, assault, 617 block of 10th Court.
• 3:18 pm, criminal trespass, area of North Morrison Street.
• 3:30 pm, accident hit and run, 1900 block of Woodland Drive.
• 3:39 pm, criminal trespass, 555 block of South
Empire Boulevard.
• 3:41 pm, harassment, 241 block of North Broadway Street.
• 4:39 pm, criminal trespass, 282 block of South 9th Street.
• 8:14 pm, criminal trespass, 2175 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 8:26 am, theft, area of Pedway.
• 10:35 pm, criminal mischief, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 10:42 pm, assault, area of Empire Lakes.
• 10:56 pm, criminal trespass, 1195 block of Newmark Avenue.
Coquille
• 1:57 pm, phone harassment, 1370 block of North Knott Street.
• 6:54 pm, burglary, 382 block of North Baxter Street.
• 10:45 pm, criminal trespass, 90 block of West 1st Street.
NW NATURAL FILES NEW RATES IN OREGON
On August 1, NW Natural filed its initial request with the Public Utility Commission of Oregon (OPUC) to reflect gas purchases and other miscellaneous adjustments to rates for the upcoming year that begins November 1. NW Natural will update this filing in mid-September as part of the regulatory process; it is likely that rates will be higher or lower depending on changes in the market price of natural gas and other factors. These costs are updated in similar filings every year.
HOW MUCH WILL MY GAS BILL CHANGE?
If the rate changes are approved as initially filed, residential rates will decrease by about $2.72 a month for customers using an average of 55 therms per month. Small-commercial rates will decrease by about $7.92. Large industrial firm rates will decrease by $199.82, and large industrial interruptible rates will decrease by $553.15. The rate amounts for large industrial customers do not include pipeline demand charges. Rates will be further impacted by the results of a general rate case— expected to be final in October—as well as potential costs associated with the State of Oregon’s Climate Protection Program.
WHY THE PRICE CHANGE?
NW Natural files a Purchased Gas Adjustment (PGA) and other rate adjustments to reflect changes in the expected cost of natural gas for the upcoming winter heating season and account for the differences between the estimated and actual cost of natural gas from the previous year.
If approved as filed, NW Natural’s net revenues from Oregon customers will decrease by $31,298,584 or 3.21%. The revenue decrease is made up of an increase of $8,804,770 for forecasted gas and demand costs and a decrease of $40,103,354 for annual adjustments.
While NW Natural is providing information about its proposal and its effect on customers, the calculations and statements are not binding on the OPUC.
HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS FILING?
Copies of the filing are available for inspection at NW Natural’s main office and at nwnatural.com. For more information about the filing, or notice of the time and place of any hearing, contact NW Natural or the Commission at:
NW Natural 250 SW Taylor Street Portland, OR 97204
800-422-4012
Public
Michael William Ousley returns to Bandon Library Art Gallery
Painter Michael William Ousley returns to Bandon Library Art Gallery August 1st - September 30th 2024, and is joined by Jean Ochsner, who displays her ceramic works. Additionally, the stone mosaics by Tammy and Donn Klewitz have been held over through the end of September. There will be a reception for the artists on Friday, August 16th, from 2pm - 4pm in the Sprague Room. The gallery is open during regular library hours.
The neo-Fauvist work of Michael W. Ousley is a feast for the eyes. His land and seascapes, with their vivid colors and painterly brush and knife strokes, assert that the world is a vivid place, a place where even inanimate objects are quivering with intense life. His use of pure color and bold strokes are in the best tradition of the early 20th century Fauves, who experimented with the expressive qualities of both. The landscapes in this show are joyous things,
“Let the Light
made by glorying in the gorgeousness of paint and bright light. But Michael can also work in naturalistic colors, as he does in Winery on the Hill and South Mountains, Oregon. And he smooths and calms his brush for the glowing stretches of color in Growing Field of Grain. What comes out of Michael’s studio is a celebration not only of painting but of life, also. This is the natural world rendered by an artist whose vision of it says, “Yes!”
Jean Ochsner’s charming ceramic works are made with a variety of nishes and ourishes. The pots include shells and pine needles, while little hermit crabs scuttle around a pelican; seals stretch, whales and dolphins leap, and sgraf to- nished ravens roost. A bird nests on top of a pot lid, a toothy beaver gets to work. Her creatures are delightfully rendered, and her pots beautifully glazed and red.
Oregon Shores’ Surf and Sun Virtual Walk and Run
Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition is excited to announce Oregon Shores' second annual Surf and Sun Virtual Walk and Run fundraising event. This initiative offers friends of the Oregon coast an opportunity to participate in a challenge and solicit support from their friends and family. The event will take place from August 30 to September 8. During this time, participants will be encouraged to walk or run as many miles as possible, embracing the spirit of adventure and the satisfaction of making a difference. What sets this event apart is the chance for our supporters to rally friends, family, and colleagues who may be unfamiliar with Oregon
Shores. By securing donations, participants can amplify their impact and provide essential support to Oregon Shores' critical conservation work.
By participating in this event, you will help raise awareness and generate vital funds for Oregon Shores' mission to educate, engage, and empower people to protect our coastal ecosystems, landscapes, and communities.
Here's a breakdown of what participants will do: Walk or run a minimum of 3 miles (just under 5 kilometers) on the coast or other natural public lands, getting your steps in and enjoying the outdoors while supporting coastal conservation.
Encourage friends to honor their walk or run
by donating to Oregon Shores in support of the miles they run or walk. Participants will join our Givebutter campaign page as team members, making it easy for supporters to contribute to them directly. Complete the registration form, including a $25 donation, to join. As a token of appreciation for everyone’s commitment to preserving our coastal ecosystems, participants will receive an exclusive Surf & Sun Virtual Walk & Run long or short sleeved athletic t-shirt, which will serve as a reminder of their accomplishment and dedication to the cause. Sign up before August 15 to receive your shirt before the start of the event.
fabulous musicians, especially ddlers there.
The Oregon Oldtime Fiddlers District 5, will be holding their annual Winchester Bay “Campout” to be held at the Winchester Bay Community Center. Musicians will start jamming on Thursday and jamming will continue through Friday and Saturday in the hall or outside permitting. Each day at 6 PM there will be stage show with the public invited, without charge. On Saturday at 6 PM the stage show will feature different musicians contributing to the theme of “Songs that Make You Laugh”. It is a contest at the same time for best song, funniest song, etc. A few members of the audience will get to vote. On Sunday at 9 AM there will be a gospel show.
The Oregon Oldtime Fiddlers is a statewide 501(3)C organization with 10 different districts from different areas of the state. At a gathering such as this, musicians will come from all over Oregon to participate. There will be some
This Organization was founded in 1964 with the express purpose to promote, preserve and perpetuate Oldtime Fiddling and Oldtime Music and to encourage, especially young people, to play the ddle and appreciate Oldtime Fiddling and Oldtime Music and to provide regular times and places to play this kind of music which is part of our national heritage. Instruments used are ordinarily ddles, guitars, banjos, mandolins upright bass, autoharp, piano, and harmonica, while brass. woodwinds, and percussion, as well as no electri ed instruments are used. However, microphones are employed so that voices can be heard.
The Oldtime Fiddlers are a very dedicated group of nonprofessional musicians who like to share their love of our traditional with everyone.
Particpants in the virtual walk are encouraged to visit beaches all along the Oregon coast.
Photo credits:
“Three Trees”, by Michael W Ousley
“Herman’s Hermits”, by Jean Ochsner
Shine”, by Tammy and Donn Klewitz