TCW 8-22-2012 by Tim Widmer

The Canyon Weekly August 22, 2012

Volume 3, Issue 34

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Wildfire causes area closures Ollalie Lake just one area affected by lighting caused blaze

Mill City’s new city hall is open and ready for business The staff of Mill City City Hall are enjoying their new digs complete with two handicapped accessible bathrooms, a meeting room, and office spaces that provide privacy, a break room and a small kitchenette. The new office, located at 444 S. First St, is open 9am-4pm Mon-Fri with all city hall services available, including water/ sewer payment, notary, court, and planning/building. City council held their first meeting in the new council chambers Tuesday. Concern about the new building was brought

up by Fran Villwock, who said that a step leading up the walkway from the parking area could present a risk. City representatives are looking into the alternatives to have it remedied. Meanwhile, the step has been painted yellow to better identify it. To read the city council minutes in their entirety, visit our website at www.thecanyonweekly.com, click on City of Mill City, then Recent Minutes. Pictured: Stacie Cook, City Recorder. Trisha Ruby, Finance clerk; Sata Frolov, temporary office employee; Kim Johnson, Utilities Billing/Court Clerk;

A “Red Flag” warning to alert hikers to increased wildfire activity was issued for the Waterfalls 2 Fire, which was started by lightning over two weeks ago about 3.5 miles north of Mt. Jefferson on the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation. Closures include the northern section of Jefferson Wilderness and Olallie Lake Scenic Area (including campground and trails) and parts of the Pacific Crest Trail. Shitike Lookout has also been evacuated. Other areas affected by the Waterfalls 2 Fire are Russell Lake, Trout Lake, Sarah Lake, Lion’s Head and Whitewater Meadow. Enhanced surface winds caused a significant fire run Sunday afternoon, doubling the size of the fire, according to the forest service information website. Fire behavior is extreme in some areas, and is too intense for direct attack.

Medical condition, wildfire proximity lead to decision to end search for missing hiker near Russell Lake, Mt Jefferson

After six days of searching, the decision has been made to end the active search for missing hiker Ronald Ohm, who went missing after being separated from his hiking party on Thursday evening, August 9. The group departed from the Breitenbush Lake campground trail head and planned to spend the weekend at Russell Lake. Ohm was last seen on the ridge above lake where he stopped to take photos of the area. He planned to join up with his hiking party later that evening, but never did. The decision to end the active search was made after an assessment of Ohm’s survivability, completed by a physician. Ohm suffered from a medical condition that required daily medications.

Ohm’s family members expressed their appreciation for the effort given to find their relative. They supported the decision to end the active search. Over 200 searchers dedicated approximately 3500 hours to search 300 square miles of the Willamette National Forest north of Mt. Jefferson. The main focus of the search was the area between Russell, Scout & Bays Lakes. The final days of the search were hampered by the smoke and the approaching “Waterfall 2” forest fire, which is moving west from Warm Springs. Many hikers were contacted during the search and

missing person flyers were posted at trail heads and along the Pacific Crest Trail. Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers commented, “It is a very difficult decision to withdraw resources from this search. We’re very grateful for the assistance provided by our public safety partners.” Ohm is described as male, 5-11, 140 punds, slender build, wearing a blue shirt, jeans and hiking boots. He has a beige hat and is carrying a blue & red pack. The search for Ohm will remain open until he is found. Info line: 503-588-5032. 1

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To the Editor: This is an appeal to the public servants of the City of Gates to serve the public with the common courtesy and respect that all American citizens deserve, without regard to their positions and beliefs. It is their job. I especially ask the mayor to expect such service, and to be an advocate for the people who elected him regardless of their positions and beliefs. A few days ago, I went to city hall to view a city document. I was given a copy of it, but with such discourtesy that I was astonished. It became clear that the reason for the clerk’s incivility was the views I had shared that day in our conversation and at the city council meeting the night before--which, by the way, I feel were shared in a reasonable way that was in no way hostile or disrespectful. I approached the clerk about this treatment and was actually referred to the mayor, to whom I explained the little exchange, as well as making an appeal similar to that in the first paragraph here. He was not inclined to help in any way. (it’s not as if I was asking for some sort of disciplinary action, just that they acknowledge the person’s responsibility to be courteous and professional in dealing with me--and all of the public.) I feel it is a huge problem that my concerns were not addressed, especially since it was clearly due to my views. Favoritism and bias in government is unjust, and it’s not right. Our government is a government of the people, for the people, and by the people. We elect leaders from among our own ranks who are expected to carry out the will of the people (within the parameters

of the law, including the constitution, of course). Since government and its employees are supposed to be accountable to and work for the citizens of the city, the idea is that they keep citizens informed and seek their opinions, and that citizens are involved--keeping watch, giving support, and sharing ideas. This exchange of ideas and accountability is vital to the democratic process and helpful to the community. The attitude at any city hall should be one of service, rather than condescension and authority. I want to acknowledge, too, that on many visits to city hall, I have in fact been met with a cheerful and professional attitude. This has been appreciated. However, I would not be writing this letter if I had not also previously experienced an unwelcome attitude as well as hearing complaints from friends and neighbors. So, finally, I appeal to citizens everywhere to also show courtesy and respect, but to have a healthy measure of self-respect so that you will not accept treatment that is demeaning or less than respectful. Point out any such behavior. Be polite, but do not let it slide. Don’t be intimidated, and don’t hesitate to share your ideas. The right to free speech in our country guarantees the ability to speak our beliefs without fear of reprisal or intimidation from our government. (If citizens do experience such a response, it is a violation of our nations’s Constitution--first amendment.) We need more people to get involved with local government. Ask questions. Let your voice be heard. (Write a letter to the editor!) Your involvement should

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Helicopters overhead: that means tragedy to most of us canyon folks To the Editor, After reading today’s Canyon Weekly article about ‘transient’ helicopters flying over Gates and Mill City on Aug. 8, it seemed to me despite the Canyon Weekly’s calls and questioning, it garnered only denial from the Oregon Military Department that helicopters came out of, or were going to, the National Guard base in Salem. And the representative from the public relations dept. for Ft. Lewis-McChord in Washington denied any such flights while agreeing that the “flight path did seem to be abnormal” and then proceeded with what I thought was a rather flippant remark... “I have helicopters flying over my house all the time, and I really enjoy it. Don’t you like helicopters over there?” What an unprofessional answer! Of course we like

helicopters ‘over here’! Unfortunately, it usually means there has been a tragic event on the River and the communities’ hearts and minds race, as we brace for bad news. And yet always praying for a good outcome and the safety of those men and women aboard those helicopters who risk their own lives in duty and service to the Community. Ft. LewisMcChord needs a retraining seminar or totally new folks in their public relations department. Just my opinion but submitted respectfully.... Peggy Barnick, Gates, OR. Thank you for your thoughts, Peggy. Yes, I explained the same to the spokesperson, that yes, we are accustomed to helicopters in the area, but relate them to a tragedy of some sort. And to have so many at once in the wee hours of the night means we have a horrible tragedy. I was assured I would be called back later to clarify events and on Tuesday, word was received by The Canyon Weekly that the owner of Davis Field (Gates Airport) was notified that Blackhawks would be practicing maneuvers there on August 8. We are awaiting clarification of which agency was involved and are requesting to know when it might happen again.

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power of the falls, or An ideal day trip for carefully climb the boaters in the Detroit trail to the top of it and Lake area is to jourjump into the water ney up the Blowout below. It is also hard Arm of the lake and to avoid swimming swim/hike to the wathrough the falls. Alterfall in Box Canyon. though, I did this and I To begin, head southgo pushed underwater west from Detroit, and resurfaced several away from Kane’s feet away. If the water Marina and the bridge is too cold for you to into town, and go past swim in, the waterfall Piety Island. Veer to can also be admired the left as the lake from the comfort of splits into two arms. the rocky shore. Just From there, you will be sure to go see it in boat down the Blowperson, as pictures fail out arm for a while, to do it justice. until you come to anWaterfall in Box Canyon. As an added bonus, the other fork in the lake, Photo by Paul Kiefer. canyon is a haven for near floating restrooms. This time veer to the right and head into wildlife. Salamanders, Trout, and Crawdads can be found swimming in the water Box Canyon. Boats are able to motor up Box Can- along the way to the falls. And, Osprey yon for a ways, but the water gradually and Eagles lurk above the water searchbecomes too shallow and you will have ing for potential meals. Box Canyon captures the beauty of the to moor your boat and make the rest of Santiam Canyon, and is not to be missed. the trip on foot. Shoes or sandals are definitely recommended, as most of the hike Just be sure to bring some snacks along, is over a rocky area and shallow water. as you will surely work up an appetite Also, the best time to make this trip is mid from swimming and hiking. morning, while the sun is directly above the canyon. If you wait until the afternoon, Box Canyon will be shaded and the cold water will seem even colder— I’m speaking from experience. The waterfall is tucked away in a circular rocky alcove, and reminisWoodland Escape Ride 50% off regular price! cent of a picture found in National $97.50 per person Geographic. Two fun options once there are to either swim into the lower pool and take in the sheer info@itwtrailrides.com (503) 586-8072

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Both weather and river conditions were good last week for rafting and boating. Fish will bite some of the time, and the whitewater and good river conditions make this river a pleasure to drift. Some visitors last week wanted some medium whitewater and plenty of solitude, so we rafted from North Santiam State Park to Stayton, about 15 miles. As predicted, there were some shallow places immediately above and below Upper Bennett Dam, but it was easy to wade a little and drag the raft into position for the run down the boat slide. Earlier this week, the splash boards were added to the dam, so there was enough water going down the slide to carry the raft easily. After walking the raft a hundred yards below the slide, we all got back in and had two or three more shallow places to deal with. The solitude and wildlife made the trip very worthwhile. There were more Great Blue Heron on this section that any other section recently. Eagles and osprey and hawks added to the interest, and several osprey dove for trout while we watched. The pile of logs that was at the upper tip of the island has moved, and it is now easier to bring boats to the left side of the island above the slide. Packsaddle trips are always exciting because of the big whitewater, and several small rafts needed help last week in order to get off rocks and into navigable water. The big water is awkward and risky for some small boats with novice operators. The run from Mill City below the Falls is a more moderate run and families often choose this drift for safety reasons. Many kayaks and small rafts used this section last week and pulled out at the Mehama Bridge. Steelhead continue to move into drifts that are four to six feet deep with a ledge alongside, and into tail-outs. We can predictably spot them in quite a few locations, and that will improve this week & next. Salmon start to spawn the last week of August and are very busy in all of September and October. When the salmon are preparing to spawn, they move into drifts near the spawning beds, and they have not yet moved there. When they do, both steelhead and trout will also change their locations. Fish and Wildlife regulations are confusing regarding the Packsaddle area. There is a sign at the boat ramp that says that boating is WEDDINGS IN THE CANYONYOUR CEREMONY, YOUR WAY Colleen Samuel offers non-denonomational wedding ceremonies, the way you want and where you want 503-897-3357

against the law between Niagara and Packsaddle. However, there is an inflated raft on part of the Minto Cam complex, and it probably belongs to an employee at the project. Some anglers are dragging their boats upstream from Packsaddle and rowing across the river to fish the South bank well above the Packsaddle ramp. There are some steelhead laying in that location, but it may or may not be legal to run the boats up there. Steelhead are regularly being caught for several miles below Mill City, as well as near Minto Park and Packsaddle. Eagles, osprey, and turkey buzzards all will land in the same nest if it is unoccupied. Now that the young birds are fledged, other birds will rest in the nest regardless of who used for their young. It is surprising that the parent birds are not defensive about their nests and territory. Fish and game are certainly territorially defensive most of the time. Steelhead count over Willamette Falls is much better than predicted, and is now 24,127 for summer fish. We do not know how many have come to the North Santiam, but many have made it up into their normal summer locations where we can find them. Trout fishing has been very good. Catch and release fishing is lots of fun. Parents and grandparents have been helping young people learn the joys of trout fishing with light tackle. Both dry flies and By the flashing light Hwy 22, nymphs work well here and Mehama caddis imitations are excellent, Mon-Fri 8-6 Sat 9-5 along with Prince nymphs and other variations. Fire danger is high. Light- www.genesmeatmarket.com ning is striking often along the riverbanks. We need to be careful about the possibility of unusual situations on the river Elk, Deer, Bear, Moose, and beyond.

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The Santiam High School Class of ‘67 will celebrate it’s 45th reunion this fall. Former classmates from the classes of ‘64-’70, plus teachers and staff, are especially encouraged to attend. The reunion will be held on September 7-9 at John Neal Park in Lyons, OR. Friday evening, an informal campfire gathering will start about 7pm. Saturday, the fun starts at noon with a potluck scheduled for 1pm, followed by entertainment. Sunday morning at 9am, Lyle & Sandy Cutsforth will be cooking breakfast. Please mark your calendars, and help spread the word. Questions? Contact Sandy Cooper 503-897-4236 or Susann Heller 503-897-2177, lgsox2@wbcable.

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Do you want to be more involved in rescueing put bulls? GoodFellas Rescue is looking for animal lovers and professionals to join the team. Regardless of what business you are in, as long as you love Bully Breeds and want to see GoodFellas grow, they could use your help with promotion, graphic design, fundraising, grant writing, and coordinating volunteers. Board members also welcome! Foster homes are needed, too - without foster homes, they cannot take in any new dogs. Experienced pit bull breed owners with an understanding of the unique challenges that these breeds

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often face are preferred. Compassionate, driven and loving families are needed to add to the list of foster homes, so that even more dogs may find the second chance they need to find forever homes. Vetting costs are covered by GoodFellas Rescue. Info: da_boss@ goodfellasrescue.org. (They currently don’t have a shelter location, so don’t need dog walkers.)

Santiam Memorial scholarship breakfast scheduled for Sept 9

Santiam Hospital Auxiliary Annual Harvest Breakfast is on Sunday, September 9, 7am-12pm at Sublimity Fire Hall, 115 N Parker Street, Sublimity. All you can eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, milk and juice. Adults $6; Seniors 60+ $5; Children 5-10 $4; Children 4 and under FREE. All proceeds and donations collected go to support the Auxiliary Scholarship Program in the Medical fields and to purchase supplies needed by the various departments in the hospital. The staff at Santiam Hospital and Auxiliary members volunteer their time to do the greeting, cooking, serving, cleanup and

setup at this event. For the year of 2012 the Auxiliary awarded 12 scholarships for a total of $10,000. Without the support of the community this would not be possible. Info: Char Bartosz at 503749-2910. Please stop by the Auxiliary gift shop in the lobby of Santiam Hospital to see the many special gift items available for purchase.

Mari-Linn School plans new year open house

Join us for a BBQ and Potluck/Open House on Wednesday August 29, 5:30-7:00 pm at Mari-Linn School in Lyons (front lawn). Burgers and hot dogs provided. Bring your favorite dish to share with others: families with the last name beginning with the letters A-L, please bring a salad or side dish. Families with the last name beginning with the letters M-Z, please bring a dessert. Seating may be limited and you may want to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Come enjoy the last days of summer and visit with friends at Mari-Linn School! Info: 503-859-2154.

Mill City Fire reports numerous small fires from high grass, brush

There has been numerous small grass and brush fires throughout the canyon the past couple of weeks. The Mill City Fire Department would like to remind everyone to keep

tall grass to a minimum. The Fire Department has received numerous calls from residents about tall dry grass in their neighborhoods. Please mow all tall grass to help eliminate any possible grass fire. Contact the City of Mill City at 503897-2302 or the Fire Hall at 502-897-2390 if you have tall grass in your neighborhood. Mill City has a tall grass/weed ordinance; if contacted, they should get the problem resolved.

Sublimity Harvest Festival coming soon

The second weekend in September will mark the 40th annual Sublimity Harvest Festival, a destination family event that has evolved into a three-day outdoor weekend on the Harvest Festival Grounds at Highway 22 and Golf Club Road in Sublimity. The event boasts monster trucks, multiengine and modified tractors, ATVs, horses, modified trucks and farm tractors. The Festival opens on Sept 7, 5pm with a Pit Party to meet the drivers and their vehicles. “This year is going to be huge,” says Festival president BJ Tuttle. The 34th annual Sublimity Harvest Festival Road Run and Walk (sponsored by Santiam Memorial Hospital) will start at 9am on Sept. 8. The event has three distances: 10,000 meters, 5,000 meters and 3,000 meters. Registration: $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Info: www.sublimityharvestfest. com/schedule.php. Info: 503-769-3579.

Just a few “Thank Yous” from our readers to you ***Thank You*** To the gentleman who provided assistance to my wife at her accident on Hwy 226 East near Lyons, 7pm, June 26, 2012: You were a guardian angel keeping my wife awake, talking and reassuring her while waiting for the ambulance to arrive. Your assistance and compassion are deeply appreciated! May God Bless You! We finally got her out of the hospital and home. She has a long recovery ahead of her. Dale Nielsen & Jody Chrz 19925 Tumalo Rd. Bend, Or 97701 541-383-5921 ***Thank You*** City of Gates Mayor Mike Higgs would like to thank everybody for all their concern after his recent triple bypass surgery. “I got calls and letters...I’m a little sore, but getting to feeling better.” Higgs was up on his feet the night of the surgery and walking down the hospital halls. “I was ready to go home,” said Higgs. The Canyon Weekly notes that Higgs was looking fairly chipper at his last city council meeting and wishes him well. ***Thank You*** 4th of July: Thanks to Joyce and Virgil Trout for nominating me for the Grand Marshal. It was a great honor for me! Thanks again, Peggy Nickich

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Back to School news in the Santiam Canyon

Special School Board Meeting Scheduled Thursday, August 23, 6:30 pm at District Office Welcome Back

Many changes are in store for the students and families of the Santiam Canyon School district this school year, and the first day of school is just around the corner. The names of the schools are now officially Santiam Elementary, housing grades K-6 and Santiam Jr/Sr High School housing grades 7-12. Classrooms and offices are reassigned, teachers are taking on new rolls, and students are venturing into territories unknown to their predecessors. And while not everything is new, the first days of the school year always bring a sense of excitement and expectation. To help ease into “the new” this Thursday, August 23, from 2-6pm at Santiam High the Annual Back to School Clean Up and Barbecue with hot dogs, corn on the cob and watermelon is planned. All are welcomed to come and participate, “but especially students grades 7-12,” said activities coordinator Caroline Gillaspy.”This is a great way to gain ownership of the school, we’ll be spreading fresh barkdust and cleaning up and making welcome banners, and which ever class brings in the most kids will get an ice cream party the first Friday of school. Bring your gloves, and tools, and label them.” Mrs. Gillaspy notes that there also will be opportunities to learn about the clubs, sports and activities that Santiam has to offer, including Football, Volleyball which are already underway and both teams have great turnouts and strong, highly qualified leadership. Dance Team will be starting soon and is currently seeking a new head coach. Some new additions of note are the planned rooter buses to go to selected away football and volleyball games,and official Spirit Clubs in each class to help boost 8

overall school moral. “Yes, we are going through a lot of changes, yet change always has the opportunity to beget creativity, we have the option to form this into our own,” said Mrs. Gillaspy.

Healthy staples, and some positive changes in programs

Budget cuts have been the norm the past several years, and many school funded programs have disappeared. There are many intrepid individuals in our communities, however, that strive to provide our young people with sports, arts and a fuller approach to life. The ever popular Mill City-Gates Recreation Association (MCGRA) took a short break in the summer and now is back again this fall to provide sports activities for kids age 4 through the 6th grade. Registrations are available at Santiam Elementary, and at the new city hall in Mill City and are due by August 27th. Fall Sports include Soccer for ages 4yrs6th grade, Flag football 2nd-4th grades,

Changes in staff

We received news of the recent layoff of school secretary Shelly Baughman. Mrs. Baughman worked at Gates Elementary for several years under the supervision of former superintendent Brad Yates, and was a primary whistle-blower in the sexual harassment claims against him. Her layoff came as a surprise, as the budget presented previously included her retaining her position. “We had three head secretaries and were down to two schools, and the board knew they would eventually have to move on this. Using the seniority structure, Mrs. Baughman had the least years at the district,” said the new Superintendent of Schools, Brian Gander.

Tackle football 5th-6th grade and Volleyball for 5th-6th graders. Currently, they are looking for coaches for all the above named sports to add to their dedicated team. Scholarships are available for those unable to pay, and discounts available for participants who sign up for the whole year. For questions call 503-854-7009. Santiam Hearts to Arts (H2A) is another bonus to the local school district with their fun and positive approach to giving kids the opportunity to dabble in the arts. Last year’s successes include helping to support and fund activities such as the Ethos percussion workshop for the middle school, the Fish Fence painting program, and partnering to help bring Theater Outreach and Missoula Children’s Theatre to Santiam Auditorium in addition to being supporters of Santiam’s American Pop Culture, Guitar and Choir classes. Several local individuals and organizations are looking for ways to “fill the gap” left by recent cuts. Ross Miller, the American Pop Culture teacher at Santiam High is putting together the Santiam Race for the Arts on September 15 to raise funds for a local theater productions of Sleeping Beauty and A Mid-Summer’s Night Dream under the guidance of David Berrier, the director for Theater Outreach. Dan and Khrystyl Best of Fisherman’s Bend are considering the possibilities starting a Jr. Ranger program, and are looking at putting together a Fall Friday Education Program in the park for the local students looking at increasing their education in the sciences and forestry. Other groups are currently looking at the prospects of forming a Youth Golf Club, and Kayak the Santiam may offer a Friday kayaking course for students.

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In hopes to better get to know our new school leadership, The Canyon Weekly invited our readers to pose questions for Dr. Brian Gander. (Due to space constraints, we chose three random questions).

Question: What do you see as the top three challenges facing the district and what is your plan to build a team to take them on? Answer: “I think the Junior/Senior High School is faced with some opportunities that will make for a little bit of a bumpy start; but with the great people we have there it will smooth out by week two - and the new configuration will realize its potential over the coming months. At the district level we have some goal setting to accomplish around issues of communication, school visions and budget priorities. The district has been through a great deal over the past four months and I am very encouraged by the passion and community spirit that has been shown.” Question: How can the community, as a whole, help? Answer: “Come to meetings, listen and participate. Be a volunteer, get into the schools so you can see the great things that are happening. Participate in the change process, be open-minded and be passionate but gracious. Be willing to serve on a

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committee, help us understand what you want your schools to be so we can make effective decisions. School systems are in the midst of some pretty dynamic change in both our state but also across our country.... With shrinking budgets we cannot do it all; but through effective participation people will understand why we have made the choices we have in this change process. Question: Do you have any ideas of how you might save the FFA program at Santiam? Answer: “Mr. Plotts and I held a good meeting this week with the student leadership of FFA, Brittany Thompson, Harli Davidson, Tyger Smart and Kelsey Arndt came in with two parents, (Kim Davidson and Rick Smart) and we cleared up some misconceptions. We have yet to find an advisor for the program but we know our Charter is in good standing and that we are going forward with supporting kids in their competitions this year. We will be relying on parents to support the advisor since less class time will be available for some activities.” Dr. Gander added, “I am very impressed, even though there is a struggle here, there is an optimism, a spirit of “I’d like to be part of the solution here.”

Dr. Brian Gander comes recently from the Jewell School District where the community was embroiled in issues surrounding the school and communications. Locals here have quietly voiced concerns that his historic leadership skills might not fit in well here. In an effort of fairness, we asked Dr. Gander to address this. What we learned from Dr. Gander and other sources was that the Jewell School was historically, in comparison, much wealthier than the average, due to timber revenues. At one point they held over $26 million in reserves, for a district of 180 students. After building a new school for $18 million in cash, the school learned their revenues would be decreasing, and their reserves were dwindling. “Part of my initial interview there was “How can you cut $1 million out of our annual budget?”said Gander. According to Alan Foster, then the chairman of the board, “Brian did a great job of working with the board and making those changes with a much better financial outlook for the year, and made it work without taking out of reserves.”

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Not all local families choose to send their children to public school. We are fortunate in our area to have options. Here are a few.

St. Mary Catholic School in Stayton is a private school serving preschool through 8th grade. Their current total enrollment is 215 and average class size is around 20 students. 15-20 students from the Santiam Canyon are currently enrolled there. According to principal Rick Schindler the number one reason families choose St. Mary is because it provides faith based environment and that families have shared values. “We have amazing teachers and staff that truly cares, and that reflects on our students. Our average 8th grader from St. Mary performs academically equivalent to an average 11th grade level,” said Schindler. Full time music, drama, PE, and library skills are all part of the weekly curriculum. Special education services are also available on site at no extra cost. Tuition assistance is available, on a need basis. “If you really want to make this school a reality for yourself, and there is a need, we will work together to make it happen,” said Schindler. Staff performance at St Mary is monitored yearly, since teachers are signed to an annual contract with performance evaluations, allowing for what Schindler calls, “A more thorough accountability.” Staff are not retained based on seniority. Oregon Connections Academy (ORCA) is another option some families are choosing. ORCA is a free online fully accredited kindergarten through 12th grade public school that can be accessed from anywhere there is an internet connection. It is entirely free for Oregon residents and they will even send a computer to the homes of qualifying families. ORCA offers many advanced classes and elec tives, like digital photography, 3D art, Spanish, French, computers, and journalism. Last year, they offered over 150 field trips around the state . According to principal Todd Miller,” Oregon Connections Academy is a great fit for any student who is looking for an individualized program to fit your needs and schedule. Our curriculum is rigorous and aligned to state standards, so it is not a good fit for those looking to escape from work or learning.” There are also many and varied home schooling families in the canyon, with the exact number unknown. For those considering home schooling, a good place to start is the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA). They provide lots of information on getting started. 540-338-5600. 9

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Harold Earl Millard

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February 3, 1939 – Aug. 6, 2012

Harold Millard was born to Hugh and Wilhelmina Millard at home on Feb. 3, 1939. Harold grew up in Jefferson and attended Jefferson High School. He always had a love for horses. He had the ability to coax a horse to do anything, even dance. For many years, the logging skills of his teams of draft horses were well known to the loggers. 10

He later retired from Young and Morgan as a log truck driver. He enjoyed fishing and especially eating the fish he caught. He is survived by his sons, George of Mill City, Scott of Sacramento, CA; daughters, Tracy and Carla both of Washington; brothers, Louis and William; sisters, Laura

Meador, Jennifer Millard and Verna Travis, 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren . He was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Grizzel. A private graveside service was held at Fairview Cemetery in Gates. The family apologizes for keeping this from his many friends but due to circumstances it was necessary to prevent further harm to his estate from an unscrupulous individual. Arrangements by Weddle Funeral Services.

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HELP WANTED High School Dance Coach. Santiam Canyon School District is accepting applications for a High School Dance Coach. This position is open until filled. Additional information is available at the District Office, 150 SW Evergreen, Mill City or call Nichole at 503-897-2321. FOR SALE: 2005 Honda Element, excellent condition, $10,000. This meticulously maintained Element has only 67,500 miles and is ready for you to add many, many more. Let that legendary Honda reliability take you off to the lake or into the mountains or wherever adventure takes you. Front wheel drive, tons of cargo space, new tires, clean CarFax, just waiting for you to take the keys. 503-897-2236. Yard Sale August 24, 9am-2pm and August 25, 9am-5pm at 733 Birch St, Lyons OR. Come see! Odds and ends, household, clothing, furniture, books, movies and legos. MEDICARE Counseling October 16, 10am-1pm, Santiam Senior Center, Stayton. Free one-on-one Medicare counseling by appt only. Allow 1 hour per person. Info/ Appts: 503-767-2009 (Oct 15-Dec 7, people with Medicare may add, drop or change Prescription Drug Coverage or Advantage.)

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Month of August School Supply Fundraisers Donate items like pencils, pens, paper, boxes of tissue, 13 gallon trash bags (heavy duty with drawstring), disinfecting wipes and the other stuff local kids need. For Santiam Canyon School District (Mill City) drop off at: North Santiam Eagles 640 SW Broadway M-F: 4-9pm or Sat-Sun: 12-9pm. For Mari-Linn School (Lyons) drop off at: Santiam Chapel Assembly of God 440 5th Street, Lyons 503-859-2643. Also taking money donations to get a big gift for one of the teachers.

2nd annual Back to School Bash with E.P.I.C. Youth Group at Mari-Linn School in Lyons (side field) September 6, 5-7pm. Free food; many fun inflatables. Organized by Santiam Chapel in Lyons, with help from Mehama Community Church and Canyon Bible Fellowship. Info: 503-859-2643.

Social Graces Dog Training Classes start August 15, 6:30-7:30pm (every Wednesday for 6 weeks.) Drop-ins OK; dogs must have veterinarian verification of up-to-date immunizations. $75 for 6 weeks or $15 each class. 20% discount for returning clients. 503-859-3647 or socialgracesdogtraining@ gmail.com. Mari-Linn Back to School BBQ/Open House on August 29, 5:30-7pm. Info: 503859-2154. Detroit Sewer Project public work session with Detroit City Council to discuss the development of a sewer/septic system for the City of Detroit. Topics include technology options, past projects and funding. August 29, 11am at Detroit Council Chambers, 150 Detroit Ave. N, Detroit. Info: 503854-3496 or detroit@wvi.com. Cascade Foothills Saturday Faire with Santiam Hearts to Arts on Grove St, Mehama September 1, 9:30am-4pm. Circus performer Chris Corrado from 10am-2pm. Vendor info: Joyce Trout 503-897-3116 or oilsandsaws@gmail.com Mill City Christian Church Mon-Thurs Preschool starts September 4, 8-11:50am; space for 10 preschoolers. 503-897-2716

Santiam Classes of 1964-70 reunion, Sept. 7-9, John Neal Park, Lyons. info: SandyCooper 503 897-4236 or Susann Heller 503 897-2177. lgsox2@wbcable. net. Santiam Hospital Auxiliary Annual Harvest Breakfast Sunday, September 9, 7am-12pm, Sublimity Fire Hall, 115 N Parker Street, Sublimity. All you can eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, milk and juice. Adults $6; Seniors 60+ $5; Children 5-10 $4; Children 4 and under FREE. Info: Char Bartosz at 503-749-2910. Home School Day at The Oregon Garden Sept 11, 10am-2pm. Home schoolers ages 5-12 are invited to participate in hands-on learning stations and educational experiences. $8/adults, $5/students ages 5-17, under 4/free. Info: www.oregongarden.org or 503-874-8100. Canyon Readers at Trexler Farm in Mehama. Upcoming books include - Sept 13: Out Stealing Horses by Per Petterson. Oct 11: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro. Nov 8: The Big Burn by Timothy Egan. Dinner 6pm, discussion at 7pm; meets every second Thursday of the month. Info: Herb Bastuscheck 503-859-2668. Santiam Race For The Arts 5K Race and 3K Fun Run/Walk September 15 at Santiam High School. Proceeds support the 2012-2013 middle school musical production of “Sleeping Beauty,” the high school production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and guitar instruction for 7-12 grade. Register: www.santiam.k12.or.us.

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Free Community Dinner at Mill City Moose Lodge. Sept 15, 3-6pm. Cooks, servers, games, people, greeters and side dishes needed. 815 NW Santiam Blvd. Info: 503-897-5634

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MEDICARE 101 10:30am, September 20 at Santiam Senior Center, 41818 Kingston Jordan Road, Stayton. Navigating Medicare Class: Rules of Medicare. Discuss the time line, as well as the various plans available to compliment or supplement your Medicare Insurance benefits (educational purposes only) Free, open to the public. Info: 503-767-2009. Jordan 78th Annual Chicken Dinner & Cruise-In and Fly-In September 23, 10:30am-3pm, 39043 Jordan Road, Scio. All you can eat chicken, ham, noodles, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, coleslaw, rolls and dessert. Adults $12, Children age 5-12 $5, Children under 5, free. Take out orders available. Music, raffle, country store, vendors.

Events This Week Wednesday, August 22

6:30pm Mill City Lions Club meets at Mt. Edge Cafe, 320 NW Santiam Blvd, Mill City. Info: Sandy 503-551-2645 6:30pm Social Graces Dog Training Classes started August 15 (every Wednesday for 6 weeks.) Drop-ins OK; dogs must have veterinarian verification of up-to-date immunizations. $75 for 6 weeks or $15 each class. 20% discount for returning clients. 503-859-3647, socialgracesdogtraining@gmail.com. 8:45pm 50’s Sci-Fi Walk-in Theater: Attack of the Giant Leeches with a few bonus features at Fishermen’s Bend Campground Amphitheatre. Free. 27300 N Santiam Hwy, Mill City. Info: 503-8972171 or Facebook

Thursday, August 23

1-3:30pm Cascades West Economic Development District presents – Revving the Economy in Linn County (Regional Economic Development Forum) with speaker Congressman DeFazio at Linn County Fair & Expo Center - Albany. Info: 541-967-8551. 2-6pm Back to School Clean Up and Barbecue at Santiam Jr/Sr High grades 7-12. Bring your gloves and tools and mark them. Hot dogs, corn on the cob, watermelon and ice cream for dessert. The class with the most participating kids wins a ice cream. 6:30 pm Special School Board Meeting

for the Santiam Canyon School District at the District Office at 150 SW Evergreen St. in Mill City.

Friday, August 24

9am Mill City Planning Commission meets at city hall 4pm Stayton High School Class of 1972: 40 Years ~ Social Gathering (Aug 2426) Johnston’s Family Park, Main and 24th Street, Lyons. Camping for RV’s and tents available (RV space is limited). Info: 503-932-1519 or peters@wvi.com . Check Facebook pages of Joe Peters, Bob Johnston or Sandy McDougall Teeters. 9:30pm Stargazing at Fishermen’s Bend Campground Cottonwood Ball Park. Free. 27300 N Santiam Hwy, Mill City. Info: 503-897-2171 or Facebook

Saturday, August 25

11am-1pm Joseph’s Storehouse of Hope Food Bank distribution for the MehamaLyons at Mari-Linn School Gym. First come, first serve. Info: 503-859-2849. 2pm Stayton High School Class of 1972: 40 Years ~ Potluck (Aug 24-26) Johnston’s Family Park, Main and 24th Street, Lyons. Bring a side dish and something to BBQ. More info: see above. 3pm Duct Tape Project at Fishermen’s Bend Campground. Make water bottle holders out of duct tape – you choose your color – with local artist Matt Kushner and son Isaac. Free. 27300 N Santiam Hwy, Mill City. Info: 503-897-2171 or Facebook. 8:30pm The Secret World of Bats at Fishermen’s Bend Campground. Come early to play the newest version of Fishbend Trivia and then watch the 45 minute film about denizens of the dark – bats! Free. 27300 N Santiam Hwy, Mill City. Info: 503-8972171 or Facebook.

Sunday, August 26

9am Stayton High School Class of 1972: 40 Years ~ Pancake Breakfast (Aug 2426) Johnston’s Family Park, Main and 24th Street, Lyons. More info: see above.

Monday, August 28

Registration for MCGRA Fall sports due. Soccer ages 4 yrs- 6th grade, Flag Football 2nd-4th grades, Tackle Football 5th-6th grades and Volleyball 5th- 6th grades. Scholarships and discounts available. Pick up forms at Santiam Elementary or Mill City City Hall. 503 854-7009 for info

Tuesday, August 28

9am MC Municipal Court at city hall 6-7pm Lyons City Council at city hall

6pm Mill City City Council at city hall 6:30pm Detroit Planning Commission meets at Detroit meeting room.

Ongoing Weekly Events

6am-6pm Builders: Mill City Christian Church Before & After School Program Ages K-12yrs. 503-897-2716, 251 SW 3rd St. www.millcitychristianchurch.org.

Mondays

6pm-9pm Youth Center for 7th-12th grades. Air Hockey, etc FREE. Mill City Baptist Church. 6:30-8pm Zumba in the Canyon SHS commons 265 SW Evergreen St. Mill City 503-949-7621

Tuesdays

Free. 140 N. 1st St. Mill City. 6pm-9pm Youth Center for 7th-12 grades. Air Hockey, Ping Pong, Foos Ball. FREE. Mill City Baptist Church. 4-5pm Weight Watchers at Work meets at the SHS library. New members, transfers welcome! Info: Roseanna Juhola 503-8972368 6pm Bible Study at Living Water Church of God, Sorbin St. Gates. 6:30-8pm Zumba in the Canyon Santiam High School commons 265 SW Evergreen St. Mill City 503-949-7621

10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Bible Fellowship, Lyons 910-4918 10:30am-2:30pm Santiam Elementary Library (MCMS) Check out books; participate in our Summer Fridays Reading Challenge (thru AuFree Knife Sharpening Friday Have you been gust 16). Info: Santiam Canyon at Gene’s Meat Market in reading that the School District 503-897-2321. Mehama (limit 5 please). At the 12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Living Water flashing yellow light on Hwy Meals Fellowship Hall, MC Church of God. in 22. Presbyterian. Meals on Wheels. 6am-6pm Friday Day Camp Gates holds their Ruth:503-897-2204. $3.50 donaat Mill City Christian Church Thursday Night tion recommended. Come all day or part; learningServices at 7pm? 7:30pm Santiam Al-Anon, Mt. based; snacks, tutoring & Well, we had that homework help, games, friends View Church, Aumsville printed wrong! and God. Registration forms Wednesdays Thursday night at the church or call 503-89710am-3pm Judy’s Art Class at 2714. 503-897-2716 251 SW services are held at Mill City Eagles Hall. Oil paint3rd St, Mill City. www.millcity6pm at Living ing, all levels welcome. Weekly christianchurch.org. Water Church of on Wednesdays. Drop in, open to all. 503-859-2213 God at 139 Sorbin 10am-12pm Kid Zone Fun, crafts and a FREE sack lunch. 5:30-8:30pm Youth Movie St in Gates. Mill City Baptist Church. 140 Night Ages 10-18 Mill City N. 1st. St (503) 536-5414 Christian Church. All kids MUST 1pm Canyon Senior Center be picked up by 8:30. Free. Open Pinochle 844 South First St, Mill 7pm AA Mtg Santiam Chapel, Lyons. City 503-897-4176 Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm Idanha AA at City Hall. 10am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Gates Church, all levels! 897-2102 10:30am-2:30pm Santiam Elementary Library (MCMS) Check out books; participate in our Summer Reading Challenge (thru August 16). Info: Santiam Canyon School District 503-897-2321. 12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian Church. Ruth:503 897-2204 3:30-5 Good News Club at Mill City Baptist Church. Kids K-4 grade. Bible stories, singing, games, snack. 13

Linn County Sheriff’s Office Police Log for Aug 12 to Aug 18

Date: 08/12/12 Time: 2:50 BURGLARY *IN PROGRESS* KINGWOOD AV Linn County Caller reporting she heard a male subj behind their house. Caller says she can hear susp trying to get into the backdoor. Caller’s house on the rght side, down a dirt road. Date: 08/12/12 Time: 13:46 TRAFF-OTHER VIOL ROCK CREEK RD Pr advising that there are people riding dirt bikes and ATV’s up and down Rock Creek. Date: 08/13/12 Time: 2:37 PROWLER RPT 2ND AV Mill City Caller reporting someone pounding against his door. Caller is in his bedr Date: 08/13/12 Time: 10:05 ASST-OUTSIDE AGENCY MONUMENT PEAK RD DHS would like us to go with them to this address regarding a fax they sent on Friday. DHS screening case #2403914 Date: 08/13/12 Time: 12:07 VEH-STOLEN TREE FARM RD taken over the weekend, has leather saddle bags front fender is a bit scratched. Caller is home home for contact. Date: 08/13/12 Time: 18:42 WATER RESCUE TUCKWILA ST Linn County Caller saw orange and black raft float by her residence. No other debri seen go by her residence, no one with the raft. The raft floated by approx 5 ago.

THEFT-RPT SANTIAM BV Caller reporting three or four male subj drove off with four bundles of wood at the Circle k. Subj drove off heading E on Hwy 22 towards Detroit Lake. Caller is burning the securi Date: 08/15/12 Time: 22:09 SUSP-VEHICLE 7TH ST Lyons veh in front of callers house with flashers on and no one init caller cannot identify vehicle because she does not Date: 08/16/12 Time: 3:46 DOG COMPLAINT 6TH AV Mill City Callers reporting their neighbors dogs have been barking non stop for a couple hrs. Date: 08/16/12 Time: 13:01 MVC-INJURY 5TH ST Lyons 2 veh crash in front of the school per santiam canyon-the green honda accord, osp put out an atl for possible duii. osp has witness info Date: 08/16/12 Time: 13:50 SUSP-PERSON BIRCH ST Lyons Pr reported that person is at this address and watching 3 small children. Date: 08/16/12 Time: 16:23 SUSP-VEHICLE LYONS MILL CITY DR Van has been at location all day. No activity noted in or around the vehicle. Caller will be at the MC Market and you can contact her on her cell phone. Date: 08/17/12 Time: 0:39 TRAFF-OTHER VIOL 7TH AV Mill City MarCalls for Mill City Fire Department ion Co SO advising 8/12---15:38----Lyons/MC Dr-------Medical male susp is highly 8/13----12:24----S. 1st Ave-----------Medical intoxicated e/b on hwy 22 headed to

Date: 08/14/12 Time: 10:33 VEH-ABANDONED LYONS MILL CITY DR UTL on a phone number for the Ro in DEX and in house-krm Date: 08/14/12 Time: 19:16 TRAFF-OTHER VIOL JOHN NEAL PARK BOAT RAMP Caller said that several young males in the 4 listed 4x4 vehicles came speeding into the park and then speed out again at a high rate of speed. Date: 08/15/12 Time: 13:33 WELF CHECK KINGWOOD AV check on 76 yo who has cognitive impairments and being cared for by her granddaughter, callerthat she was leaving the state, she said this last Date: 08/15/12 Time: 15:48 ASST-OUTSIDE AGENCY ALDER ST Mill City wires down. mc fire enroute. unknown if cable or power Date: 08/15/12 Time: 15:58 ANIMAL COMPLAINT KINGWOOD AV Caller states there is a dead animal on the property-a white horse or cow and the feet are sticking up. They are covering it up with rocks. Caller would rather not be Date: 08/15/12 Time: 20:04 DISTB-OTHER SANTIAM BV Caller reporting her friends BF punched her and her friend after trying to wake him. He is intoxicated. Parties are sepe rated. Caller states susp is in Date: 08/15/12 Time: 22:05

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MC possibly going to ex’s house, listed address Date: 08/17/12 Time: 15:23 PARK PATROL JOHN NEAL PARK BOAT RAMP 756 advises 702 may slow to code 2 Date: 08/17/12 Time: 17:22 Trf Citz Compl MILL CITY BRIDGE caller states that there is a 16 y/o (or thereabouts)male riding a motorcycle on the rocky area under the bridge Date: 08/17/12 Time: 18:01 SUSP-PERSON 7TH AV Mill City caller states that male subject followed her from Salem to her residence in Mill City. Caller states that male was following her all day in Salem. Date: 08/17/12 Time: 19:04 TRAFF-OTHER VIOL JOHN NEAL PARK BOAT RAMP 5 juveniles came through location at a high rate of speed ago and kicked up alot of rocks. This occurred 15-20 mins ago. Caller does not have a Date: 08/17/12 Time: 22:13 TRAFF-DUII LINN BV Mill City left tavern and heading toward Lyons left and sprayed gravel all over everything caller said obvious intox Date: 08/18/12 Time: 9:21 THEFT-RPT OAK ST Caller advised that someone took their garage sale sign. They located it and someone had scratched their address out and put their own in. They took it Date: 08/18/12 Time: 14:20 THEFT-RPT CEDAR MILL RD Caller reporting that his cell phone was stolen from his lunch box aprox 3 months ago while at plant # 3.

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Resident donates 9 foot live Christmas tree to City of Gates

Gates applies for grant to solve nearly 900,000 gallon a month water leak Last week, the City of Gates officially voted to apply for a $1.6 million dollar grant to fix various water lines. The city has seven miles of water pipes, with leaks in the system that they’re unable to find, despite months of searching with advanced techniques by the city’s Public Works Department. The leaks are so bad that they lost 890,670 gallons of water in July 2012, averaging about 20 gallons a minute. In June, they lost over 610,000 gallons, resulting in over $4,500 lost water revenue over the two months. “We’re losing an incredible amount of water,” said Greg Benthin, Public Works representative. The city sees the $1.6 million grant as a way to repair the top concerns within the water system. Repairs on the list include a 10” main line that runs along Gates School Rd, which is suspected as being one point of water loss. Crews are installing a bypass meter near Gates Elementary this week to try to find the leak source in that area. Other projects scheduled for repair are the 8” main lines on Gates Bridge Rd, Central Street (phase 1 and 2), North Santiam Hwy and Garden Lane. The grant application includes

funding requests to add fire hydrants, water tank and booster upgrades. “These are just the 1-A’s on the list,” said Judy Downer, Gates City Recorder, who indicated that the complete list of needed repairs was much longer. The $1.6 million grant is part of a community development project through the US Dept of Housing and Urban Development and is being facilitated by a planner with the MidWillamette Valley Council of Governments. Gates City Council voted unanimously to apply for the grant, despite one resident’s concern about where the money actually comes from. “There is no free money,” said Lisa McCall, a Gates resident who attended last week’s city council meeting. “We’re in a national debt crisis - the taxpayers are still paying for it through taxes.” Mayor Mike Higgs said that past policies required the city to fix the problem without raising water rates. He assured the audience that the project would stay on budget and that the money would go only toward the water line project. “If we don’t deal with it now, we’re going to end up with more leaks,” said City Councilor John McCormick.

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City officials request donated lights for permanent tree to be planted by gazebo Thanks to local resident Don Cree, the City of Gates will soon have a permanent Noble Fire Christmas Tree to highlight the grassy strip by the gazebo on Hwy 22. The tree will be transplanted from the Cree tree farm sometime in October, officials said. And it even comes with a guarantee. “They’ll replace it if it dies, for free,” said Mayor Mike Higgs. In light of the new tree, the city will be hosting their 1st annual Christmas Tree Lighting in early December. Currently, they are seeking donations of working Christmas tree lights and and ornaments (please drop at city hall). The City of Gates would like to thank Don Cree for his generous donation. Info: Phyllis Scott at 503-897-6126.

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