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HUMBOLDT – Humboldt County’s public safety services and roads will continue their current levels of tax funding, as voting for local and state ballot measures supported them. The locally-advanced Measure O, which continues a halfcent sales tax for public safety services, was approved by voters while the statewide Proposition 6, which aimed to repeal sources of road improvement funding, was rejected in the Nov. 6 election. Measure O extends the Measure Z sales tax, which would have ended in 2020 had voters not approved its renewal. The newly-approved replacement measure has no sunset date and can only be discontinued through another ballot measure process. The county’s Final Election Night Report showed 72 percent support for Measure O. It wasn’t a surprise, as county-sponsored polling done last summer predicted the win. The voter approval will maintain what is described as an essential means of funding fire protection, sheriff’s patrols, ambulance services, children’s mental health and abuse response, emergency communications and road repairs. According to county staff reports, Measure Z has yielded almost $34 million for over 70 public safety projects since its implementation in 2015. The current fiscal year will see Measure Z allocation of $12.8 million, funding 24 more projects. Proposition 6 sought to repeal the 2017 increases in the state’s gas tax and vehicle registration fees set forth in Senate Bill 1. The tax and fee revenue is being used to upgrade and maintain state and local trans-

ARCATA – Arcata’s mayor and vice mayor glided to victory Tuesday night, ensuring them four more years on the City Council. Adding to the good news for May-

or Sofia Pereira and Vice Mayor Brett Watson was the voters’ decisive ratification of their Feb. 21 decision to remove the statue of William McKinley from the Plaza. Of the three candidates for Arcata City Council, Pereira was the

most popular, with 2,548 votes. Watson collected 2,113 votes, while Valerie Rose-Campbell took 1,059 votes. “Thank you to the voters of Arcata for re-electing me to the Arcata City Council. I’m committed

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CELEBRATIONS Team Pereira, left: Fabian Cuevas, Hannah Politzer, Sofia Pereira, Dexter McNally, Alexis Brown and Rob Christensen at Arcata’s Humbrews pub. Above, Rosemary Watson with her son, Brett Watson, at his victory celebration. Photos by KLh | Union

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CHIEF SHUFFLE Outgoing Interim Police Chief Rick Ehle, left with City Attorney Nancy Diamond and Mayor Sofia Pereira, is staying around though this week to aid with the transition. Newly hired Police Chief Rick Ahearn, right, had his contract ratified by the Arcata City Council Friday afternoon. Photos by KLh | Union Mad RiveR Union

ARCATA – The City of Arcata last week hired San Diego Police Dept. veteran Brian Ahearn as the Arcata Police Department’s new Chief of Police. His contract was approved in a special Friday meeting of the City Council. Under terms of the contract, Ahearn will serve as chief through at least Nov. 6, 2020. The contract will automatically be extended one year barring

some dealbreaking problem. Ahearn’s initial base salary will be $99,792.31, plus benefits. City Manager Karen Diemer told the council that Ahearn’s hiring followed an extensive recruitment and vetting process. That included additional investigation of allegations of abusive behavior and a hostile work environment lodged in a 2015 lawsuit against the San Diego Police Dept. The lawsuit was dismissed in 2017. AHEARN

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BRACUTT – The towering stand of eucalyptus trees along U.S. Highway 101 between Arcata and Eureka is iconic and beloved by many residents. But a certified master arborist has told the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors that the trees in the northern segment of the stand are rotting from within, exist in inhospitable saline conditions and should be removed to avoid failure that could threaten lives and property. An evaluation of the segment of the stand that would skirt the Humboldt Bay Trail was presented

to supervisors at their Nov. 6 meeting. The $12,000 report stems from the board’s approval of the environmental review for development of the center section of the Arcata to Eureka Humboldt Bay Trail. The development plan for the 4.2-mile trail segment includes the removal of 200 eucalyptus trees – about 40 percent of the 1.25mile line of trees – to avoid limb failures that could endanger trail users. Torrey Young, a consulting arborist with the Castro Valley-based Dryad LLC company, evaluated the northern stand of trees and said that

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in my second term to keep working on housing, addressing climate change, and making Arcata a safe and inclusive community for all of our residents,” Pereira said. “I look forward to serving our great community another four years.” “I’m incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support I’ve received from the community,” Watson said. “I’m optimistic about the outcome and I look forward to continuing to serve the people of Arcata.” Said Valerie Rose-Campbell, “This local election we were able to make our voices heard for what matters most, Measure K and M. Through campaigning, I was able to see my community and the resilience and strength we bring to how we support each other and ourselves every day. I look forward to continue to grow with my community.” The other politician on the ballot, William McKinley, was soundly defeated with Arcata voters’ overwhelming rejection of Measure M. The ballot initiative, which would have overridden the City Council’s Feb. 21 decision to remove the Plaza statue, was defeated, 2,436 to 1,483. The measure actually gained fewer votes than the 1,769 initial signatures on the petition to place it on the ballot, though the final tally of verified signatures was 1,317, which was only 166 fewer than the total number of votes for keeping the statue. City Councilmember Michael Winkler, the sole dissenting vote on Feb. 21, who later pursued the petition drive to place Measure M on the ballot and overturn the council’s decision, was stoic about the defeat. “The citizens of Arcata have clearly spoken that they want the McKinley statue moved from the center of the Arcata Plaza,” Winkler said. “My highest priority has always been for the citizens of Arcata to directly make that decision. I will support the EIR to remove the statue as a feature of the Arcata Plaza. I would like the council and the City of Arcata to work

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N OVEMBER 14, 2018

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HUMBOLDT – Thanksgiving gets started today with a senior lunch, and continues with more public dinners next week. Humboldt Senior Resource Center The Humboldt Senior Resource Center (HSRC) will celebrate Thanksgiving at their three Senior Dining Centers on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Barbara Walser, director of nutrition and activities, encourages seniors to attend this special event. “It’s a great way to kick off the

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holiday season,” she said. At the Arcata Senior Dining Center, HSRC has partnered with the Rotary Club of Arcata for 38 years to sponsor this annual Thanksgiving luncheon. Rotarians will plate the lunch, and youth from the Arcata High School Interact Club will help serve the meals. The event kicks off at 11 a.m. with entertainment provided by Tim Randles and a special guest. The event is held at the Arcata Community Center. Lunch service begins at noon.

At the Eureka Senior Dining Center, the celebration will include door prizes, festive decorations, and music by John Humphrey from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. The Eureka Dining Center is located at 1910 California St. The Fortuna Dining Center will hold this holiday event at Christ Lutheran Church, 2132 Smith Lane. Lunch service begins at noon. The special Thanksgiving holiday meal to be served at all three centers

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County vote | Funding set FROM A1

portation infrastructure. Its loss would have put the county at even more of a disadvantage in addressing a $300 million road maintenance backlog. In a presentation to the Board of Supervisors last month, Humboldt County Director of Public Works Tom Mattson said that repeal of the gas tax and fees would trigger a 16 percent cut in overall tax revenue for road work in the current fiscal year, bringing it down from $8.8 million to $7.4 million. In the next fiscal year, the tax revenue drop would be from $10.8 million to $4.4 million, Mattson said. The loss of the local share of tax and fee revenue would have also affected funding for regional projects carried out by the California Department of Transportation. Prop. 6 was defeated with 55.3 percent of state voters rejecting it. Humboldt County voters rejected it with a 65 percent margin. Sanctuary county Measure K, The Humboldt County Sanctuary Law, prevents the county from using its staff and financial resources to assist federal immigration law enforcement. The ordinance also forbids “detaining persons based on non-mandatory civil immigration detainers or cooperating and assisting with requests to

notify I.C.E. (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) that a person will be released from local custody.” The measure prevailed despite the opposition of county government and Sheriff William Honsal. The accuracy of the county’s claims became a primary aspect of election debate. Honsal described the measure as one that would have no substantial effect except to add expenses and hinder crime-fighting that I.C.E. can assist with. A County Administrative Office report to the Board of Supervisors cited the range of the added costs at $171,000 to $312,000. The basis of the cost estimate fell under scrutiny and supporters of the measure disputed the county’s claims, saying that enforcement of the ordinance will involve minimal administrative work. The county’s opposition didn’t sway enough voters to defeat the measure, which was approved by a 51.5 percent margin. The Election Night Final Report tallied the ballots of 29.6 thousand voters, representing a 37.6 percent turnout. But the election has an unusually high amount of additional mail-in and provisional ballots which are in the process of being counted.

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City to proceed with statue removal and relocation City of ArCAtA

ARCATA – On Tuesday, Nov. 6 registered Arcata voters had the opportunity to vote in favor of, or against the McKinley statue measure, known as Measure M. The majority of Arcata voters (62.16 percent) voted Measure M down. As such, the City Council’s vote from Feb. 21 still stands, and city staff will initiate the review of relocating the McKinley statue from the center of Arcata’s Plaza. The McKinley statue is identified as a historic feature of the Plaza in the city’s guiding document called the General Plan, and this designation re-

quires the city to complete an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prior to taking action to relocate the statue. The intent of environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is to describe the potential impacts of removing McKin-

ley to city officials and the public. The Community Development Department will finalize the environmental review currently underway, with their immediate goal being the preservation and safe storage of the statue. This review process relies heavily on input from community members and resource experts, and once the input received is incorporated into the environmental documents, the Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings to formally decide to relocate the statue. In order to complete the relocation process, the EIR process must be finalized. The Draft Environmental

Impact Report (DEIR) has been circulated for public comment, and the input received will be incorporated into the Final EIR, which is estimated to be completed by the end of this year. The City Council will make its decision in early 2019 to finalize the statue relocation project. Additional details will be announced as they become available. Community members with offers and suggestions for the relocation of the McKinley statue are encouraged to call (707) 822-5955 or email dloya@ cityofarcata.org with the subject line of “McKinley Statue Relocation.”

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with local Native Americans to add displays to the Plaza that reflect their experience and history. In the long run, I would like the City of Arcata to find an appropriate final location for the McKinley statue, most likely outside of Arcata.” David LaRue, who co-authored the petition that resulted in Measure M, called out some of the opponents. “I am personally disappointed in the outcome,” he said. “But I am gratified that the people of Arcata were able to have a voice in the decision. It was shameful the way some city councilmembers fought so hard to deny the people a voice in this decision. I look forward to [statue opponent] Fhyre Phoenix fulfilling his commitment to raise private funds to pay for the statue’s removal.”

“I am proud of the people in Arcata who voted to make the city a more welcoming and inclusive place to live and visit,” said anti-statue activist Fhyre Phoenix. “While more still needs to be done, this is a great step forward. A special shout-out goes to all the community organizers who worked tirelessly on this campaign.” Phoenix declined to make any public comment on the subject of statue-removal fundraising. Other NoHum results The three top vote-getters elected to the McKinleyville Community Services District Board of Directors were Dennis Mayo, with 1,831 votes; David Couch, with 1,792 votes; and George Wheeler, with 1,787 votes. Defeated was Erik “Yahmo Ahqha” Rydberg, who gained 1,137 votes.

The three apparent winners in the Trinidad City Council race were Susan Rotwein, with 55 votes; James H. Baker, with 51 votes; and Tom Davies, with 50 votes. Candidate Dwight Miller gained 49 votes; Brett D. Gregory got 21 votes; and Michael J. Morgan gathered 14 votes (see page B1). Blue Lake’s two candidates for two open City Council seats, Chris Curran and Elaine Hogan, were elected with 234 and 260 votes, respectively. Richard Marks defeated Marian Brady for a seat on the Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation and Conservation District, 2,884 to 1,738. David A. Rosen defeated Jake Pickering for a seat on the Arcata Fire Protection District, 1,015 to 381. Measure N, The Northern Humboldt Union High School District bond measure, passed 7,032 to 3,120.

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it’s in “an advanced stage of decline.” The trees are failing in salinated soil and have already been aggressively pruned and in some cases completely cut. Young said the trees have limited potential for maintenance and “high potential for significant property damage, injury or death should whole trees fail.” Pruning, bracing and cabling – which have been proposed to address liability – won’t work here and Young said he doesn’t see “any reasonable expectation” that risk can be reduced. “If they’re allowed to remain, the risk is going to increase over time,” he continued. “The health of the trees will continue to decline as this environment is inherently inhospitable to the long term success of plant life in general and certainly to large, substantial trees.” Young recommended removal of the entire northern stand. When supervisors approved the trail plan last summer, there was a robust public comment debate on whether or not the trees should be removed. But at last week’s hearing, public comment was minimal and discussion among supervisors focused on the report’s downbeat findings. Supervisor Virginia Bass said she’s surprised that the trees are in such rough shape. From a driver’s line of sight, they look foliated but photos taken while facing them reveal their sparse limb development and Bass said, “They look like the plants in my office.” And their threat potential isn’t limited to future trail users. Photos in the report depict the stand’s leaning overhang into the highway area. Supervisor Mike Wilson said he, too, is surprised by the report’s contents and he noted its implications for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). “A lot of those trees are leaning over the highway and I would ask that we submit this report to Caltrans directly,” he said. “To be quite honest, that concerns me more in terms of the danger that we see.” Supervisor Estelle Fennell asked staff, “Is there a way we could move forward without mowing down all those beautiful trees that so many people love.” One of the board’s options was to get a second opinion but Environmental Services Manager Hank Seemann said that a more comprehensive report would cost tens of thousands of dollars and trying to render a stand of dying trees safe would cost far more. Fennell said the report “definitely gave me food for second thought” and she noted Seemann’s mention of sea level rise during his staff presentation. “I think about the real potential that the trail won’t be there any more than the trees will be there, with sea level rise,” Fennell continued. “So we’re kind of playing with an uncertain future anyway with regard to that section of ground, which really concerns me.” Supervisors unanimously voted to proceed with the trail plan as is, including tree removal. Seemann said the state recently approved funding for the trail segment’s design phase, which includes permitting and right of way acquisition. A funding request for trail construction and wetland mitigation is pending and Seemann said a decision on it will be made by the end of December. He said that “if all the stars align, we’re still probably two to three years away from construction.”

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PUBLIC SAFETY CERT training will help Humboldt survive the next disaster Linda Nellist CERT CoaliTion lEad insTRuCToR

What is CERT? CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team. Currently, Humboldt County has 9 CERT teams, with several new ones being formed. All CERT volunteers have been trained in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. They have learned how to prepare for local emergencies, what supplies should be kept at home and, most importantly, how to protect themselves and their families in an emergency.

Why take CERT Training? CERT training is like paying for car insurance. You might never need it. In fact, you hope you won’t. But if the occasion arises, having the CERT training, just like having car insurance, means you’re as ready as you can be to help yourself, your family, your workplace, and your neighborhood in an emergency situation. It is important to know that, if a major disaster occurs, first responders, such as fire, law en-

Bank heist flops EuREka PoliCE dEPT.

EUREKA – On Nov. 7 at about 9:56 a.m., the Eureka Police Department dispatch center received a 911 call from a bank at the 300 block of F Street, regarding a robbery that had just occurred. It was reported that the suspect presented the teller a note demanding money. The teller complied and handed the suspect an envelope containing U.S. currency. The suspect then exited the bank. Officers responded and immediately located the suspect outside of the entry/exit doors of the Bank. The suspect, identified as Tracey Dontaye Drew, 31, was detained withTracey out incident. Dontaye Drew Drew was found to be in possession of the envelope of U.S. currency taken during the robbery. He was positively identified as the suspect by bank staff. Drew was ultimately booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility on charges of robbery and is being held on $50,000 bail. This is an ongoing investigation and further details will be released if appropriate.

Firefighters, Marine Corps league team up for Toys for Tots McKINLEYVILLE – “Because every child deserves a little Christmas.” The Arcata Professional Firefighters Local 4981 and the Arcata Fire Protection District are once again teaming up with the U.S. Marine Corp League for the annual Toys for Tots Drive. Annually, the U.S. Marine Corp League’s Toys for Tots Program helps give children, who may not otherwise receive one, a toy for the holidays. The Arcata Professional Firefighters Union Local 4981 and the Arcata Fire Family invites the public to assist in the collection of toys for the 2018 Toys for Tots Drive. Generously, the residents of the Arcata Fire District have made the collection drive one of the largest in the local area, and this year the goal is to

exceed the previous year’s collections. A new, unwrapped, toy can be dropped off at any of the following locations: • Arcata Fire Station, 631 Ninth St., Arcata • Mad River Fire Station, 3235 Janes Road, Arcata • McKinleyville Fire Station 2149 Central Ave, McKinleyville • Kmart, 1500 Anna Sparks Way, McKinleyville Rocking Horse, 791 Eighth St., Arcata Firefighters will also be collecting toys at the Sunrise Rotary’s, Taste of the Holidays, this Thursday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. The Arcata Fire Protection District and the Arcata Professional Firefighters Union Local 4981 appreciate the community’s ongoing support in making this annual Toys for Tots Drive a success!

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The City of Trinidad seeks a city manager with strong skills in public finance and budgeting, grant oversight and contract administration. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, a current resume and three professional references. Filing deadline is 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Additional information can be found on the City’s website at www.trinidad.ca.gov

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Another downtown stabbing aRCaTa PoliCE dEPT.

ARCATA – On Friday, Nov. 9 at about 2:08 a.m. Arcata Police Department officers were dispatched to a disturbance in the 800 Block of J Street in Arcata. The officers located a 22-yearold male that had been stabbed during an altercation. Officers learned the victim and his friend had been skateboarding with three other men they had just met. For undetermined reasons, a physical fight occurred between the men, resulting in one man being stabbed. The suspect immediately fled the area. The victim was transported to Mad River Community Hospital where he received treatment for a non-life-threatening stab wound. The suspect is described as a white male in his twenties wearing dark clothing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Arcata Police Department at (707) 822-2428.

days: Friday afternoon and early evening and all day Saturday and Sunday. The classes are usually offered twice a year. Students graduating from the CERT course receive a donation of safety equipment from California Volunteers, and course fees are often covered by grant funding. What is covered in CERT training? • Personal and family preparedness • Earthquake preparation • Tsunami, wildfire, flood hazards

• Disaster preparedness • Team organization • Disaster psychology • Medical operations • Medical triage • Damage assessment • Fire suppression • Fire chemistry • Hazardous materials • Utility control • Light search and rescue • Full disaster simulation drill How can I sign up to be notified about upcoming CERT training? The next CERT course is tentatively scheduled for late February 2019. To be added to the interest list, send an email with your name and phone contact to Linda.Nellist@humboldt.edu.

Eel River Bridge suicide drama resolved with no one injured CalifoRnia HigHway PaTRol

HUMBOLDT – On Nov. 4, just after 10 p.m., California Highway Patrol’s Humboldt Communications Center (HCC) received a report of a possible suicidal subject traveling south from Eureka. At 10:27 p.m., the suicidal subject called dispatch and indicated that he intended to commit suicide but was not going to involve other drivers. A short time later, CHP dispatchers received reports of a vehicle stopped on the Eel River Bridge, between Rio Dell and Fortuna, with no lights on. Just after 11 p.m., two Garberville CHP officers arrived on scene and observed a subject standing near the bridge railing, next to a vehicle. A crisis negotiator from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office was requested and Rio Dell Volunteer Fire Department staged in a safe location near the scene. The officers approached the subject to make contact and check on his well-being. As they approached, he removed a large knife from a sheath and stated he wanted the officers to shoot him. The officers engaged him in conversation in an attempt to calm him.

Humboldt CHP officers arrived on scene to assist and as officers spoke with the subject, he made additional statements that he wanted officers to shoot him. At one point, the subject began walking towards the driver door of his vehicle and the officers instructed him to move away, fearing for his safety and the safety of the public if he became mobile again. The subject stated that if he got back in the car, he believed officers would have no choice but to shoot him. While continuing to give verbal commands to the subject not to get back in his vehicle, he refused to comply and continued approaching the open car door. An electronic control device (taser) was deployed successfully, causing the subject to drop the knife and fall to the ground. He was safely detained and emergency medical personnel were allowed to respond and provide treatment. The subject was subsequently transported to Semperviren’s Psychiatric Health Facility in Eureka for treatment. One CHP officer received minor injuries during the incident and was treated and released at the scene.

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OLMSTEAD FALLS, OHIO – A McKinleyville woman was arrested last week by the Ohio State Highway Patrol in a rental truck loaded with 510 pounds of cannabis estimated to be worth more than $1.3 million. Keryl J. Lopez, 48, was driving a 2018 Penske truck when she was stopped by troopers Monday afternoon, Nov. 5, “for speed and marked lanes violations on the Ohio Turnpike,” according to a press release. Police said there were “criminal indicators” during the traffic stop and a drug-sniffing dog detected possible illegal substances in the vehicle. Probable cause led to a search of the truck, which yielded the tidily boxed cannabis haul. Lopez was arrested and taken to the Strongsville City Jail. She was charged with possession and trafficking in marijuana, first-degree felonies which could result in 22 years in prison and up to a $40,000 fine, according to the press release.

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Diemer said that along with being cleared by the SDPD, a third-party investigator hired by the City of Arcata also found the allegations groundless. Diemer noted that police are commonly subjected to spurious accusations. Sunday morning, Ahearn hit the ground running by taking a walk with through Valley West with area residents. It’s one of a series of neighborhood walks planned by the new chief as part of an immersive familiarization with his new town. Ahearn gave his phone number to the residents, urging them to call him. “If you want to tell me what we’re doing really good, I’ll take that,” he said. “But I really want to know what we’re not doing, because those are action items.” He pledged to address the problems with chronic petty crime in Valley West, but said progress would likely be gradual.

THE WILD, WILD WEST Police Chief Brian Ahearn began his Arcata-wide listening tour by meeting with Valley West residents Sunday morning. Klh | UniOn “What you’ll probably hear from “Why Valley West?” he asked rheme is, ‘What’s your highest priority?’” torically. “I did a lot of preparation He told the dozen or so residents who to get here, to serve all of you. One of had gathered for the walk. “Let’s start the things I kept seeing about Arcata to chip away at that.” is how Valley West is not being poHe said that his 31 years as a po- liced as well as it should be. And so I lice officer have been heavily involved thought, there’s no better place to start with community policing, and he is these community walks than here.” Read more about Ahearn’s hiring and gratified to see Arcata has a strong background at madriverunion.com. commitment to that.

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Gene Joyce Arcata Exchange I’d probably be a park ranger, an interpretative forest ranger. If I had to stick to a town job, I’d probably be a grade school teacher.

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Amy Martin HSU Academic and Career Advising Center I always thought it’d be fun to be a Blackjack dealer. You meet the most interesting people when you’re sitting at a Blackjack table, many people are traveling from other places and it is fun to strike up a conversation.

Corey Jung UpRight Movement A Professor of Psychology to help the younger generations and perhaps the general population in developing tools to live a meaningful and fulfilling life that justifies the tragedy and malevolences of life.

Sondra Kirtley Scrapper’s Edge I think it would be fun to be a bartender because it’s social and you can be creative. I love Abruzzi for its nice clientele.

Evan Wrye Humbot 707 When I was younger, I used to want to work at a video store and so when I got the job at La Dolce, I thought “Yay! My dream job!” But I”m also a projectionist at the Minor – it’s nice to keep a foot in the movie scene here.

Sgt. Christopher Hamilton United States Army Recruitment I would like to work for the Department of Fish and Wildlife as a Game Warden. I could not think of a more rewarding job that allows you to be out in the Redwoods on a daily basis while getting to protect the woods and its inhabitants.

A clear decision by the people solves an age-old Arcata problem

owever you voted on Measure M, there is reason to rejoice in the decision made by Arcata voters. It was a clear decision, with an overwhelming mandate to act. It wasn’t at all close, so there is no disputing that the voters spoke loud, clear and decisively, ending a long-running controversy that sowed pain and division in our town. It might be wise to look back on the run-up to the election and see what we can learn from it. One lesson is that democracy works. As we previously editori-

v EDITORIAL alized, a decision of this historical magnitude was one for the people, not politicians, to decide. The initiative process offered redress, and was pursued with admirable vigor – despite the verbal harassment and denigration its sponsors unjustly endured (ironically, in the name of democracy). So effective was their petition drive that they gathered nearly as many signatures for Measure M as the final pro-statue vote.

It turns out that the petition backers were the statue opponents’ best allies. Without Measure M, we’d never have known what citizens truly want. There would always have been a question as to whether the council’s peremptory decision reflected the will of the people. Now we know that it certainly, overwhelmingly does. We also know, despite the statue opponents claims to the contrary, that the people of Arcata are fair-minded enough to make an objective decision not based on simple tradition, or white priv-

ilege, or outright racism. Speaking of racism, white supremacy and the other terms that were so recklessly thrown around during the campaign, did any of that name-calling influence your vote? Did you vote one way or another because someone called someone else a terrible name? Didn’t think so. So maybe tactics like that aren’t helpful to the dialogue. The fact is, there are committed racists and white supremacists, and they aren’t the fair-minded people of Arcata. Devaluing those grave terms

with unfounded accusations doesn’t help us deal with the actual, practicing bigots of our land who are presently emboldened by our president’s dogwhistle calls for “nationalism.” Now, Arcata can ease into the era of unity and healing promised by the statue opponents. Along with that, rather than play the president’s game of emphasizing divisions, let’s take a deep breath and act rather than react: let’s find the abundant common ground and shared values we all hold, and work outward from there.

Dysfunction bedevils our streets and dooms our dialogue Arcata’s a hot mess

We are visiting Arcata overnight as we tour areas of California. The Hampton Inn suggested we have dinner in the Plaza area. We were shocked to experience the amount of people drinking alcohol, smoking weed in their vans, begging for money, and just loitering. We did not remain in the area. The area surrounding the Hampton Inn is not much different. What is going on? Do you or the town council find this situation acceptable? Do you and the local businesses think that this could be good for the city? My wife and I consider ourselves liberals – but your city is a hot mess. Bob Franklin Fairfax, Va.

Reason at a higher level

Divide and conquer is the rule of the day. McKinley should go, no he should stay. Trump is a moron, no he is making America great again. Republicans distrust Democrats, Democrats vilify Republicans. African-Americans are wary of white people and vice versa. There is no true discourse if the topic is: immigration, climate change, cannabis,

v LETTERS the death penalty, gays, Native Americans, Asians, Africans, Hispanics, Jews, Muslims, etc. And what is with the Clintons being responsible for all that weird stuff? Can we please just let others have their beliefs and let it go? What we think of as our own values – those beliefs we hold dear as we know that they are the truth – are not the only or necessarily the best values in existence. There are many ways of being in this world and to dismiss differing ones from our own is to lose a part of our common humanity. Everything has value, everyone has value. Treasure them, honor them and you may discover that what you may possess just another opinion. There are other people who don’t agree with you. Get over it. St. Thomas Aquinas gave some advice that went something like this: If you don’t agree with someone and would like them to hear your viewpoint, then walk over to where they are, take them by the hand and lead them back to where you started from. In other words, have a conversation with them. This works a lot better than yelling,

pointing fingers, blaming others and disrupting meetings. That doesn’t convince anyone to come over to your side. You are not morally superior to everyone else. You are not the smartest person in the room. You just have another viewpoint. Which could be a good one, but not the right one for everyone else. Folks, let us just take a breath and respect those different opinions, beliefs, judgments, attitudes or whatever you need to call it. We are all in the same boat. It would be nice if we could row together and make some kind of progress toward a goal worthy our efforts. Will Rogers said a few truths: “Never miss a good chance to shut up.” plus “We are all ignorant, just in different subjects.” I do not need to have the last word on this subject, but then who does? John Frederick McKinleyville

Arcata Main Street thanks

Arcata Main Street thanks all those who came our Halloween Trick or Treat in Downtown Arcata on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. The Plaza and the surrounding

areas were filled with Trick or Treaters and their parents all in costumes from 4-6 pm. The Downtown merchants passed out lots of candy and other goodies. The Marching Lumberjacks started the event off at 4 pm, leading a group to the Plaza. Radio station KRFH, 105.1, from HSU played music on the Plaza. The Giant Puppets from Arcata Playhouse and Ross, the Bubble Ambassador, entertained the crowd. The HSU Women’s Softball Team helped us with traffic control. Eva Brena and her hip-hop students wowed everyone with their Thriller routine. North Bay Rotaract held their Second Annual Harvest Festival not only with games on the Plaza, but Tractor Rides around the Plaza. The tractor, donated by Pape Machinery, was driven by Arcata City Councilman Brett Watson. Dustin Littlefield of Arcata Sunrise Rotary donated the trailer. We also want to thank the Arcata Volunteer Police Patrol, the Arcata Fire Department, and the Arcata Police Department for all their help and participation. Again, thank you again to everyone involved. Victoria Joyce, president Arcata Main Street

Meet the five division directors of the Arcata Fire District Board

he third Tuesday evening of every month you will find five people with differing backgrounds and experience serving on the Arcata Fire District Board. In conjunction with Fire Chief, they look at budget items, emergency equipment needs, and ways of educating the public around emergencies. The District was initially formed in the 1940s to address fire responses outside of the Arcata city limits. Today, the boundaries include all of the City of Arcata, McKinleyville north to Clam Beach, Manila, up Fickle Hill, Bayside, and

south to Indianola Cutoff. of a local school district; prior to The District is broken into five this position she worked in bankDivisions, each with a board mem- ing for 25 years. ber elected by the people Division 2; North of that Division. Board Bank Road to Hiller members receive no (McKinleyville) – Nicole pay for their service and Johnson, member, servserve in four year terms. ing since June 19, 2018. The members are; Nicole has 16 years v ARCATA Division 1; Hiller FIRE DISTRICT of banking experience. Road to Clam Beach Nicole and her husband Board President (McKinleyville) – Rene have one daughter. She Rene Campbell Campbell, serves as comes from a family President, serving since Feb. 22, with several firefighters serving 2017. in California and Nevada and her Rene and her husband moved service here makes them very to McKinleyville in 2000, where proud. they raised two sons. Rene curDivision 3; Arcata Bottom to rently works in the business office Warren Creek (Arcata) – Randy

Mendosa – Vice President, serving since May 16, 2017. Randy has been a resident of Arcata since 1978. Randy and his wife have two daughters. He has worked in various positions, such as Chief of Police and City Manager for the City of Arcata from 1978 until 2014. Division 4; Greater Downtown Arcata area (Arcata) – Elena David, member, serving since Jan. 8, 2004. Elena started her career in banking in 1961 at Bank of America, and retired in 2004. Elena is involved as a volunteer with the Arcata Police Department and Soroptimist International. Elena has two grown

children, three granddaughters and two great grandsons. Division 5; Manila, Fickle Hill and Bayside (Arcata) – David Rosen, member, serving since June 19, 2018. David’s professional background is financial management of non-profit organizations involved in social and government services. David and his wife have three grown children. Responses in October • Arcata: 159 • McKinleyville: 102 • Manila: 3 • HSU: 9 • Bayside: 9 • Out of District: 11

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ARCATA – The Arcata City Council last week approved a new firearms storage ordinance on a 4–1 vote, with Councilmember Susan Ornelas dissenting. The ordinance requires owners of firearms to either store them in a locked container and have them disabled with a trigger lock, or, when at home, carry the weapons on their person or keep them “within close proximity thereto that the individual can readily retrieve and use the firearm as if carried on the person.” The rationale for the ordinance involves studies and statistics showing association between unsecured firearms and accidental shootings, suicides and gun thefts. Opponents, none of whom spoke at last week’s meeting, claimed that the storage requirement would reduce firearms owners’ ability to defend their families in the event of a home invasion or other crime. But the ordinance claims “wide consensus among medical professionals, police chiefs, gun control advocates and gun rights groups” the safety measures reduce injury and death.

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The Musical Ferndale repertory theatre

FERNDALE – From the songwriting team behind the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the Academy Award-winning film La La Land, A Christmas Story, The Musical previews at Ferndale Repertory Theatre on Wednesday, Nov. 21 and runs weekends Friday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Dec. 16. This production is a partnership between Ferndale Repertory Theatre and Humboldt Light Opera Company, directed by Carol McWhorter Ryder and produced by Leira V. Satlof. Based on the classic 1983 film, A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle (“You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”). An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Chock-full of delightful songs, A Christmas Story, The Musical has proudly taken its place as a perennial holiday classic for the whole family.

THE CAST Kaden Mangrum (Randy) and Paul VandenBranden (Ralphie); Jorey C. McComas (the Old Man); Shaelan Salas-Rich (Mother), Photo by Carol MCWhorter ryder

A Christmas Story, The Musical premiered on Broadway in 2012 and was hailed by the Associated Press as “a joyous Christmas miracle.” The New York Times wrote, “I was dazzled. You’d have to have a Grinch-sized heart not to feel a smile spreading across your face.” The musical was nominated for three Tony Awards including Best New Musical, Best Original Score and Best Book of a Musical. The cast of A Christmas Story, The Musical will feature James Buschmann (Jean), Jorey C. McComas (the Old Man), Kaden Mangrum (Randy), Shaelan SalasRich (Mother) and Paul VandenBranden (Ralphie). A Christmas Story, The Musical runs weekends at Ferndale Repertory Theatre from Nov. 21 to December 16 with Friday and Saturday shows at 8 p.m., except Nov. 24, and Sundays at 2 p.m. To purchase tickets visit ferndalerep. org or call (707) 786-5483. The Ferndale Rep is located at 447 Main St. in Ferndale.

ast week’s election left the composition of Trinidad City Council uncertain until absentee ballots are counted. There were six candidates for three positions. L e a d ing the vote count is Mayor Susan Rotwein. However, votes for incumbents Jim Baker, Dwight Miller and challenger Tom Davies are too close to call at this writing. The County election office will certify election results as soon as possible. Meantime, the regular Trinidad City Council meeting will take place today, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. in Trinidad Town Hall with Susan Rotwein, Jack West, Steve Ladwig, Jim Baker and Dwight Miller in their current positions. City Clerk Gabriel Adams reminds Trinidad residents that Trinidad Planning Commission places are available. Contact him at cityclerk@trinidad. ca.gov for information. ‘Dialogue-In Three Parts’ Mixed media and collage artist Natalie Craig has

IN WESTHAVEN “Dialogue In Three Parts” by Natalie Craig at Westhaven Center for the Arts. SubMitted Photo her recent work on view at Westhaven Center for the Arts, 501 South Westhaven Dr., through Dec. 15. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday. On Fridays you can view the work of resident artist Christy Chandler as she paints in the artist’s corner. Go to christychandler.com for a preview. Third Friday Jazz with the RLA Trio and guest musicians Doc Stull, Don

Baraka and Jon Lewis takes place on Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The ensemble will perform Nicaraguan, Bolivian and Cuban Latin-jazz music inspired by Stull’s recent travels. Doc Stull had a sports history show on ESPN with original music by Tim Randles, and hosted a literature discussion show on KHSU. His spoken word performances include The ExisTRINIDAD

McKinleyville Alliance for Racial Equity hosts film night McKinleyville alliance For racial equity

MCKINLEYVILLE – The McKinleyville Alliance for Racial Equity (MARE) will host a film night and group discussion Thursday, Nov. 15 at 6 to 8 p.m. at Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Rd., McKinleyville. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees will watch The Power of Illusion Part 3: The House We Live In, then discuss the film. “We are committed to a community conversation about race and racial equity in our community. This event is part of our ongoing effort to make everyone feel welcome and safe in McKinleyville,” said MARE spokesperson Holly Scaglione. MARE formed last year after dozens of community members shared their experiences at a McKinleyville Municipal Advisory Committee meeting. “Many locals and visitors to our community have unforTASTE OF THE HOLIDAYS Join the Rotary Club of Arcata Sunrise at its annual Taste of the Holidays on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway in Arcata. Tickets are $30 and available at arcatasunrise.org. Bring a glass from a prior year’s Taste of the Holidays and receive an extra drink ticket!. There will also have a Toys for Tots drop-off table, hosted by the Arcata Fire District, where attendees can drop off an unwrapped gift and receive a raffle ticket for the opportunity to win an amazing gift basket. The Taste of the Holidays is a “tasting” event specifically showcasing local food and beverage producers and their products. All the money raised by this event goes right back into the local community .

tunately been the target of racist comments and actions. We want our community to be inclusive and welcoming to everyone. We accept that promoting racial equity is challenging work and a community conversation is only a first step,” Scaglione said. In addition to film nights and community discussions, MARE plans to sponsor racial equity and leadership trainings next year. “These conversations can be difficult. They have their own vocabulary and require that we accept that we all have some form of racial bias deep inside of us. The good news is that we have some very skilled folks right here in our community that can facilitate these discussions,” Scaglione said.

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You will have the opportunity to meet staff from Dow’s TK & Kindergarten, Morris, McKinleyville Middle and McKinleyville High, visit classrooms, receive informative materials, hear about the opportunities offered in our Spanish Immersion and STEAM enriched pathways, and have questions answered. We will start in the cafeteria for a short presentation and then visit classrooms. Registration packets will be available at the information night and in the school and district offices.

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City receives awards

he Blue Lake Museum will have its Pints for Non-Profits event today, Nov. 14 at the Mad River Brewery, 195 Taylor Way, Blue Lake.My apologies in regards to information in my last column. I got the name of the band wrong. The band playing will be Old Dog, and music will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a bake sale and silent auction with many awesome donations from Pierson’s Building Center, Caravan of Dreams, Arcata Exchange, and more! The pints for non-profits is all day, but the main attraction will start at 6 p.m. See you there! Day Camp for Kids It’s almost Thanksgiving break time – do you know what your children will be doing while there is no school? The Blue Lake Parks and Recreation has an amazing kids camp during all school breaks. For Thanksgiving, the camp will be open Monday through Wednesday, Nov. 19 to 21. Children 5-13 can enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and of course skating! Contact Parks and Recreation at (707) 668-5932 for more information. Public Works awards On Friday, Nov. 2, the Blue Lake Public Works was presented with three awards from the California Water Environmental Association for their wastewater facilities and project: Collection System of the Year, Small Plant of the year, and Community Engagement and Outreach Project of the Year. We here in Blue Lake are really lucky to have such a dedicated team of individuals who take care of our public works needs! Thank you to Glenn Bernald, Public Works Superintendent, Hal Burris, Public Works Operator, Jacob Meng and Skyler Coke, both Public Works Facility Maintenance workers.

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aureen Evelyn Rose (nee Silvia) passed away on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 at 69 years of age in Arcata, Calif. after sustaining internal injuries from a fall. She was just a few weeks shy of her 70th birthday, a milestone we all coveted. She was born in Massachusetts on Nov.16, 1948 to Frank and Jeanette Silvia, and was the youngest of four siblings: Dianne, Ron, Gary and Dan – who sadly all preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Truth Doyle and son-in-law Britt Doyle, of Tiburon, Calif.; her son, Justin Wirthman and daughter-inlaw, Selene Wirthman, of McKinleyville, Calif.; her nephew, Victor Cross, of Santa Cruz, Calif.; her niece Melody Hatch, of Tulalip, Wash., and her grandchildren Julian, Indy, Preston, Harry and Britt, whom she loved more than anything. Besides her family, she left behind her very beloved “Beast-Child,” Meggles as well as countless friends along her journey. She founded the Eternal Art Glass Studio in the 1980s as a venue for her

stained glass artwork, which later became the Eternal Art Community Center in McKinleyville, a beloved hub for artists of all sorts. One of her most noteworthy projects was the Holy Trinity Church in Trinidad, where she created all the stained-glass windows that remain there today. It will always be one of our family’s most treasured memo-

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tential Professor, Jazz Noir and more. He has written and published short stories and poetry and a novel Muhammad Ali’s Robe. One reviewer characterized Stull’s poetic delivery as, “a cross between Miles Davis and Bruce Lee.” Admission is $5 to $10 on a sliding scale. Go to westhavencenter.org to discover the many painting, Tai Chi and yoga classes, Gaia’s Love group sessions and music offerings. Stewardship Days The next invasive plant bashing and removal day at Luffenholtz Beach area is set for Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meet at the upper Luffenholtz Beach parking area and work with other enthusiastic volunteers to remove ivy, pampas and jubata grass and to perform trail work and beach clean up. Gloves and tools provided. Contact TCLT Executive Director Ben Morehead at (707) 677-2501 for more information or stop by the TCLT Simmons Gallery behind Trinidad Library. Speaking of volunteers, kudos to Jan Van Alten and the Trinidad Museum Garden Crew. Trinidad Museum Native Plant Garden Chairman Jill Mefford thanks all of the volunteers who regularly donate their time and tireless expertise in nurturing the

ries. She was a resident student at the Heartwood Institute in Garberville, Calif., where she studied the arts of massage and Reiki, among other healing crafts. As a result, her hands were considered magical by many. Those who knew her will remember her years on dialysis to treat the hereditary polycystic kidney disease that ultimately claimed her siblings and her mother. We also remember and celebrate her kidney transplant in 2010 that gave her the freedom to live freely again. Beyond doubt, her dogma was always apparent. She believed in aliens, karma and chem trails, and she made a hell of a case for all! A celebration of her life will take place on Sunday, Nov. 18 at Merryman’s Beach House on Moonstone Beach in Trinidad, Calif. from 2 to 5 p.m. All are welcome. We would like to give special thanks to the amazing staff at the Mad River ICU and Dr. Tong, for really caring. She left this world in good hands and for that, we are so very grateful.

gardens around the museum. Ingrid Bailey, Claire Perricelli, Laraine Cook, Rebecca Leuck, Carl and Maisa Kalb, Duane Mefford and Virginia Waters, along with Jill, all contribute dozens of hours each year to make the garden flourish. Young and strong Jan Van Alten is the latest gardener to expertly mow, prune, weed and nurture. Bees, butterflies, and birds, as well as visiting humans, love the results. Annual Chamber Meeting Sunset Restaurant hosted Trinidad Chamber members and guests at a fine pasta buffet dinner last week. President Brian Hiegert (Lost Whale Inn) and Chamber Marketing Director Allie Heemstra gave the annual report on the Trinidad Fish Festival, Trinidad Clam Beach Run, Tastin’ Trinidad, City Council Candidates’ Night and web site work. The Board of Directors consists of Brian, Brett Shuler, (Shuler Catering), Don Zeman and Joshua Lindsey and John Machado, (both of Emerald Forest). Two more board members are sought. Email askchamber@trinidadcalif.com for information on joining the chamber, a vital part of Trinidad’s economic, civic and social life since the 1950s. Brian and Allie also invited chamber members and guests to the annual Holiday Ball set for Saturday, Dec. 8, at Trinidad Town Hall.

L EGAL N OTICES EMPLOYMENT Visiting Angels is seeking Caregivers, CNAs & HHAs to assist seniors in Fortuna, McKinleyville, and Eureka. Part-time and Full-time, flexible hours. Please call 707-362-8045. PARAPROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAM Applications and job description available at the District Office, 2275 Central Avenue, McKinleyville, CA 95519 (707) 839-1549, 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., or downloaded from: http://www.mckusd.org under Employment or https://hcoe. org/jobs DIRECTOR of MAINTENANCE, OPERATIONS, and TRANSPORTATION Applications and job descripation available at: McKinleyville Union District Office 2275 Central Ave., McKinleyville, CA 95519-3611 (707) 839-1549, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or online at: http://www. mckusd.org under Employment or https://hcoe.org/jobs Application deadline: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 by 3:00 p.m.

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ROTARY DONATION The Rotary Club of Arcata Sunrise is pleased to announce their donation of $500 to the Arcata High School's Study Skills classes to purchase gift cards as incentives for student participation in the program. Holding the unwalletable check are, from left, Darcy Robins, AHS career and college coordinator; Dave Navarre, AHS principal; Ray Noggle, Rotary president and Danielle Witten-Lehman, AHS study skills specialist. Photo by Julie Vaissade-elcock PARENT INFO NIGHT Arcata Elementary School invites families to attend the Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten Parent Information Night, Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Arcata Elementary, 2400 Baldwin St. in Arcata. The event will include information on our outstanding educational program, enrichment programs and other opportunities at Arcata Elementary. Parents will also meet the teaching staff, the principal, and a member of the PTO. For more information please contact the school at (707) 822-4858, visit arcataelementaryschool. org, or find the school on Facebook. FREE DAY AT ZOO The Sequoia Park Zoo & Foundation invite you to celebrate Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission for everyone. Children can participate in a coloring competition and win prizes. The winning entries will be published in the Times-Standard. For veterans, visit one of the veterans services tables for helpful information. sequoiaparkzoo. net. HALLOWEEN MAZE AND MORE Nature Joe is hosting a Halloween celebration at the new Humboldt Nature School in Redwood Acres, 3750 Harris St. in Eureka on Saturday, Nov. 10 and Sunday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy exploring a maze decorated for Halloween, animal programs, s’mores and hot cider, and more. Animal programs will be at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $10 for 13 years and older, $5 for 5 years to 12 years, and free for children 4 years and younger.

PRAIRIE CREEK – Tickets are now available online for the 29th Annual Candlelight Walk through the Ancient Redwoods scheduled for Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 1 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. This family-friendly event has become increasingly popular and is now held over two consecutive nights, providing a rare opportunity for participants to walk on a path through the old-growth redwoods at night starting at 6 p.m. Prior to the walk at 5 p.m., light refreshments and auctions will be held. Online tickets can be obtained via the Redwood Parks Conservancy (RPC) website at redwoodparksconservancy.org. Tickets are $10 each and kids 12 and under are free. Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this event. Participants are encouraged to dress accordingly as the event will happen rain or shine. Please do not bring traditional fire-powered candles as the trail will be lit by luminaries leading out to the campfire center for storytelling by North Coast Storytellers. The annual Candlelight Walk is sponMARSH CLEAN UP Humboldt Pet Supply is seeking volunteers to help clean up the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Humboldt Pet Supply and Friends of the Arcata Marsh (FOAM) host this monthly event to help reduce our community’s environmental paw print by cleaning up abandoned pet waste and trash left behind. Volunteers are asked to meet at 9:30 a.m. at the South G Street parking lot, located at 569 South G St. near the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided, and volunteers will depart for the marsh clean-up at 10 a.m. This event is open to volunteers of all ages, and participants are encouraged to wear a long-sleeved shirt, pants and boots and to bring water. Clean-up supplies and materials, coffee and snacks will be provided. For more information, please call Humboldt Pet Supply at (707) 633-6216. TRAIL BUILDING Supported by the Hum-

sored by Redwood Parks Conservancy, a local non-profit organization that supports the interpretive, educational and preservation mission at Redwood National and State Parks, Smith River National Recreation Area, Headwaters Forest Reserve, Tolowa Dunes State Park, Patrick’s Point State Park, Fort Humboldt State Park, and other state parks along the North Coast. RPC operates sales areas in seven park and national forest visitor centers and all profits above operating costs return to the parks in support of programs. The stores are great sources of books for all ages, unique gifts from pottery to puppets, outdoor wear, and many other gift items related to the natural and cultural history of our area. Please be aware the Newton B. Drury Parkway can only be accessed from the south gate on this date only (exit 753). Visitors should park vehicles south of the closure and park only in designated spaces parallel to the roadway and adjacent to Elk Prairie in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Please do not block the gate or park in lots reserved for visitor center or back country use. boldt Trail Stewards, and sponsored by the City of Arcata Environmental Services, the County of Humboldt Environmental Services, and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program of the Area 1 Agency on Aging, the public is invited to “Natural Design, an introduction to the art and science of sustainable trail-building” on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the D Street Neighborhood Center at 13th and D in Arcata. There will be a fish taco dinner at 5 p.m., trail announcements at 6:15, and Houghton’s presentation at 6:30. Admission is free. For reservations, call (707) 630-5081, or email vcor@a1aa.org. NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Riley Quarles will host a free public reception to showcase his nature photographs from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11 at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. Quarles’s art is on display through December in a show sponsored by Friends of the Arcata Marsh. For more information, call (707) 826-2359.

EMPLOYMENT Visiting Angels is seeking Caregivers, CNAs & HHAs to assist seniors in Fortuna, McKinleyville, and Eureka. Part-time and Full-time, flexible hours. Please call 707362-8045. PARAPROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAM Applications and job description available at the District Office, 2275 Central Avenue, McKinleyville, CA 95519 (707) 839-1549, 8:00 a.m.4:00 p.m., or downloaded from: http://www.mckusd.org under Employment or https:// hcoe.org/jobs DIRECTOR of MAINTENANCE, OPERATIONS, and TRANSPORTATION Applications and job descripation available at: McKinleyville Union District Office 2275 Central Ave., McKinleyville, CA 95519-3611 (707) 839-1549, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or online at: http:// www.mckusd.org under Employment or https://hcoe.org/ jobs Application deadline: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 by 3:00 p.m.

L EGAL N OTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 18-00637 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JUNIPER SPARROW ANGELICA 1101 H ST. #2 ARCATA, CA 95521 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT JENNIFER K. HARRIS 5118 JACOBY CREEK ROAD BAYSIDE, CA 95524 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL S/JENNIFER HARRIS OWNER This statement was filed with the Humboldt County Clerk on OCT. 22, 2018 KELLY E. SANDERS SC DEPUTY CLERK 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 18-00615 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NATES ESSENTIAL TRAINING 1172 PEEPLES RD. MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT NATHAN T. HENTLEY 1172 PEEPLES RD. MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL S/NATHAN HENTLEY CEO This statement was filed with the Humboldt County Clerk on OCT. 10, 2018 KELLY E. SANDERS SC DEPUTY CLERK 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 18-00656 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HUMBOLDT AERIAL IMAGES 4163 JACOBY CREEK RD. BAYSIDE, CA 95524 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT GARRETT F. NADA 4163 JACOBY CREEK RD. BAYSIDE, CA 95524 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL S/GARRETT NADA OWNER This statement was filed with the Humboldt County Clerk on OCT. 19, 2018 KELLY E. SANDERS SE DEPUTY CLERK 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 18-00626 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HIDDEN OASIS CARDS 4611 CENTRAL AVE. MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT TOMMY J PEPE 4611 CENTRAL AVE. MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL S/TOMMY J. PEPE OWNER This statement was filed with the Humboldt County Clerk on OCT. 15, 2018 KELLY E. SANDERS SM DEPUTY CLERK 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JASON ROY SMITH CASE NO.: PR180253 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JASON ROY SMITH Petition for Probate has been filed by: LANA SMITH in the Superior Court of California, County of HUMBOLDT. The Petition for Probate requests that: LANA SMITH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: NOV. 15, 2018 Time: 2:00 PM Dept.: 6 Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, CA, 95501. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for the petitioner: TIMOTHY J. WYKLE MATHEWS, KLUCK, WALSH & WYKLE LLP 100M STREET EUREKA, CA 95501 (707) 442-3758 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICAL) CASE NUMBER: DR180499 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: TERRY L. WESTROPE YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney re-

ferral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is ((El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Humboldt Superior Court 825 Fifth Street Eureka, CA 95501-1153 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): REESE LAW GROUP HARLAN M. REESE, ESQ. (BAR #118226) 3168 LIONSHEAD AVENUE CARLSBAD, CA 92010

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME WESLEY SCOTT SCHOOLING SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT CASE NO. CV180901 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: WESLEY SCOTT SCHOOLING to Proposed name: WESLEY SCOTT CHURCHILL 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court, located at 825 5th Street, Eureka, California, at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the application should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Date: Dec. 7, 2018 Time: 1:45 p.m. Dept.: 4 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mad River Union. Date: OCT. 19, 2018 KELLY L. NEEL Judge of the Superior Court 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 18-00578 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ELISA’S GOURMET SERVICE 100 ERICSON CT. ARCATA, CA 95521 2460 SONNENFELT RD. BAYSIDE, CA 95524 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT ELISA J. MILLER 2460 SONNENFELT RD. BAYSIDE, CA 95524 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL S/ELISA J. MILLER OWNER This statement was filed with the Humboldt County Clerk on SEPT. 20, 2018 KELLY E. SANDERS SE DEPUTY CLERK 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28

Public Notice Announcing the Availability of an Environmental Assessment DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Rural Development City of Trinidad: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment AGENCY: Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Water & Environmental Program, USDA ACTION: Notice of Finding of an Environmental Assessment. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the RUS, as required by the National Environmental Policy Act, is issuing an environmental assessment (EA) in connection with possible impacts related to a project proposed by City of Trinidad of Trinidad, California. The proposal is for construction of storm water treatment facilities in the City of Trinidad, located within the eastern portion of Underwood Drive, the western portion of Edwards Street, the western portion of Van Wycke Street, Ewing Street and in portions of the harbor parking area.

City of Trinidad has submitted an application to RUS for funding of the proposal. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Quinn Donovan, Area Specialist, Rural Utilities Service, United States Department of Agriculture, 777 Sonoma Avenue, E Street Annex, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, (707)-536-0248, Quinn.Donovan@ca.usda. gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: City of Trinidad proposes to decommission the existing stormwater outfall and replace it with a system of localized stormwater treatment chambers and infiltration basins to reduce polluted stormwater discharge into the Trinidad Head Area of Special Biological Significance (ASBS). SHN Engineers & Geologists, Inc., an environmental consultant, prepared an environmental assessment for RUS that describes the project, assesses the proposed project’s environmental impacts, and summarizes as applicable any mitigation

measures used to minimize environmental effects. RUS has conducted an independent evaluation of the environmental assessment and believes that it accurately assesses the impacts of the proposed project. No significant impacts are expected as a result of the construction of the project. Questions and comments should be sent to RUS at the address provided. RUS will accept questions and comments on the environmental assessment for 14 days from the date of publication of this notice. Any final action by RUS related to the proposed project will be subject to, and contingent upon, compliance with all relevant Federal environmental laws and regulations and completion of environmental review procedures as prescribed by 7 CFR Part 1970, Environmental Policies and Procedures. A general location map of the proposal is shown below. 11/7, 11/14

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he frosty mornings and early sunsets are a good reminder that we really are heading for winter, despite the lovely sunny afternoons. Preparations for winter at the shelter include a nice new load of pine chips in our play yard (because it really will rain someday), gathering donations for the annual Holiday Open House, and a “Home for the Holidays” adoption promotion. The Open House will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8. This fun event includes shelter tours, refreshments, memory stars and a spectacular array of items

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for a Dutch raffle and a silent auction. All of the proceeds benefit the shelter’s Emergency Medical Fund, administered by Friends for Life Animal Rescue. Donations are currently being accepted for the raffle and auction. Please contact Patty at the shelter at (707) 840-9132 for more information or to donate. The “Home for the Holidays” promotion is a way to encourage adoption of a shelter dog or cat this fall. We have so many great pets that would be so much happier in a home of their own instead of spending the holidays in a noisy kennel! We have had quite a few of our dogs go home with volunteers for a night or two of R & R. Those experiences give us lots of information about our dogs, and we are happy to share that with interested adopters. Please feel free to contact us at redwoopalsrescue@gmail if you would like assistance finding a pet that matches your home and lifestyle. From now until Thanksgiving, all dogs are $80 and all cats are $60, except for the senior pets who are always

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$35! One of the shelter dogs that would love to join your pack is the handsome Max, a year-and-a- half -old German Shepherd mix. Max would be thrilled to live in a home where he got to spend a little more time with his people than the hour or so that he spends with a volunteer each day. He is a gentle dog that is very appreciative of attention turned his way. Max is still young and inexperienced but is eager to learn. He can be motivated by treats or praise. Max has been fine around other dogs. He is a larger dog, more tall and lean than stout. Max has a very sweet face and a

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happy to ignore everything going on around him, but is also quite dog friendly and will play with any other playful pup. Tutter walks easily on the leash and appears to be housebroken. In fact, the only thing Tutter does that doesn’t thrill us is that he tends to poop in the middle of the road! Could

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nice golden coat. He is neutered, microchipped and current on his vaccinations and is available now at the shelter at 980 Lycoming Ave. in McKinleyville. Redwood Pals would like to see their dogs find a home for the holidays also. One fun dog that we have been working with is this hard-to-photograph boy, Tutter. Tutter is listed as a Shepherd mix, though once again. It is a little hard to tell. Tutter has a thick, though short, black coat, upright ears, brown socks, and is a nice size, about 5055 pounds. Tutter is quite the laid back boy. He is

be that he doesn’t like the road side where we walk – who knows? Anyway, it’s a small offense and he’s really a great dog. Like Nugget who was featured here last week, Tutter’s previous owners allowed him to run free with other neighborhood dogs and they didn’t always make the best decisions. Both dogs are absolutely great on their own, and we do encourage engaged pet ownership which doesn’t include dogs running untended. If you would like to meet this cute dog, please contact us at redwoodpalsrescue@gmail.com or call (707) 839-9692.

Meet Sarah Ammon

Azalea Realty is proud to announce our new licensed Realtor, Sarah Ammon. Sarah comes to us new to the business but plans to hit real estate running. Her passion, work ethic and integrity will excel her in this career. Sarah has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Humboldt State University where she majored in Native American Studies. Sarah grew up in Salyer and has strong ties to the North East Humboldt Area/North BayArea. She now lives in McKinleyville with her three children and is actively involved in all their school and after school activities. One of her greatest joys is to watch her children grow as athletes. She values team work, doing your best, and above all sportsmanship. You will always fi e o e si eli es of foo b ll b seb ll basketball, and gymnastics cheering her children on. Sarah is motivated and eager to continue to learn the real estate market and will work hard on your behalf to meet all your real estate needs. Her passion will come across with her devotion and people skills to personalize the buying or selling experience.

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