Oregon Coast News - April 22, 2010
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ODFW hosts Town Hall meetings on proposed 2011-13 budget
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting a series of town hall meetings around the state in April to gather public input on the agency's proposed 2011-2013 budget. The proposed budget, which is being crafted by ODFW and an external budget advisory committee, will be presented for review at the town hall meetings listed below. All meetings will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Public comments will be recorded at each meeting and used to help refine the budget before it is presented to the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission on June 4, 2010. Once a proposed budget is approved by the Commission, it will be submitted to the Governor for his consideration. The budget will ultimately be determined by the 2011 Legislature. Roseburg: Thursday, April 22, ODFW SW Regional Office, 4192 North Umpqua Highway, Roseburg; Brookings: Tuesday, April 27, Chetco Community Library, 405 Alder Street , Brookings; Newport: Wednesday, April 28, Marilyn Potts Guin Library, Hatfield Marine Science Center, OSU, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive, Newport; Astoria: Thursday, April 29, Comfort Suites (Columbia River), 3420 Leif Erickson Drive, Astoria. Additional ODFW budget information can be found on the ODFW Web site.
CB Budget Committee
The City of Coos Bay Budget Committee will meet on Thursday, April 22, 2010 – 7:00 p.m., Library Meeting Room, 525 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon. Agenda: 1) Election of Officers: a) Chair; b) Vice-Chair; c) Secretary. 2) Public Hearing – Citizen Input on the Use of State Revenue Sharing Funds. 3) Presentation of the Budget Message by Budget Officer Rodger Craddock. 4) Review of the Proposed Budget: General Fund
Summary Pages; City Council; City Manager; Finance; City Attorney; City Hall; Community Contributions; Non-Departmental; Police Department; Fire Department; Public Works and Development Department; Gas Tax Fund; Wastewater Fund; Public Comments; 7) Adjourn to April 27, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.
CB URA Budget Committee
The City of Coos Bay Urban Renewal Agency Budget Committee will meet on Thursday, April 22, 2010 – 7:00 p.m., Library Meeting Room – 525 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon. Agenda: 1) Welcome and Introductions by City Manager Rodger Craddock; 2) Election of Officers: a) Chair; b) Vice-Chair; c) Secretary. 3) Presentation of the Budget Message; 4) Review of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2010/2011; 5) Public Comments; 6) Approval of Fiscal Year 2010/2011 Budget and Submission of the Budget to the Urban Renewal Agency for Adoption at the June 1, 2010 Meeting; 7) Adjourn.
Airport Budget Meeting
The Coos County Airport District’s Budget Committee will hold its first meeting on Thursday, April 22, 2010, 7 p.m., in the District’s Board Room on the mezzanine level of the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport Terminal building at 1100 Airport Lane in North Bend. Agenda: 1. Call to Order; 2. Pledge of Allegiance; 3. Election of Budget Committee Chair; 4. Budget Message – Theresa M. Cook, Budget Officer; 5. Begin Review of Budget Document; 6. Approve FY 2010/2011 Budget & Certify Rate or Set Next Meeting Date; 7. Other; 8. Adjourn.
‘Sharing the Sandbox’ to offer collection of speakers
In these economic times, it takes the partnership of business and industry, education and community supports to assist the employed and underemployed in our community. On April 22, The Oregon Community Education Association and Southwestern Oregon Community College are sponsoring “Sharing the Sandbox,” a regional training day that will bring in experts from the Bay Area and beyond to discuss the importance of education and community supports working hand in hand with business and industry when people are out of work. Keynote speaker Representative Arnie Roblan will provide updates on the Oregon Legislature and share his history of working in education. Pete Bober, Director of Workforce and Community Education at Umpqua Community is the Luncheon speaker. He will present the Oregon Community College and Workforce Development new initiatives around the ‘greening of Oregon jobs.” Other speakers include: Denise Gould, the Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon; Dale Helland, the Director of Head Start, focusing on their work with parents; and, Bo Shindler, co-owner of Freeman Marine in Gold Beach, presenting industry’s view of education and partnerships. The Oregon Community Education Association provides statewide opportunities for local community members, schools, colleges, and other organizations to become partners in addressing educational goals, training opportunities and community concerns. It is a way for people to enhance their lives and communities through learning and collaboration. Sharing the Sandbox will be held at the Hales Center for the Performing Arts at the Southwestern Coos Campus from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 22. Registration is $40.00 and includes lunch. For more information or to preregister, call 541-888-7212.
CoCo mtg.
Coos Co. Board of Commissioners, Thursday, April 22: 4:00 PM, Worksession with O&C Board of Directors re: Coos Bay Wagon Road, Rogue Regency Inn Executive Conference Room #406, 2300 Biddle Road, Medford.
CB Boat Building Center Board
The Coos Bay Boat Building Center Board of Directors will hold a meeting April 22, 2010 at 1:15 p.m., Conference Room, North Point Inc., 100 Central Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420. Agenda: 1) Update on the Renovation of the Center; 2) Report from Tom Leahy on Development of the Website; 3) Other Business; 4) Board Comments; 5) Adjourn.
Human remains
Human remains were found on the North Oregon Coast on Tuesday. The remains have been determined to be those of a missing 28-year old Gresham man. Cannon Beach Police say the remains were found in a wooded area north of the community.
Diversion program
Armed fighter jets from the Oregon Air National Guard rocketed over the Bay Area Jan. 6th to accompany a commercial airline back to Portland after a passenger wrote on a comment card “what if the plane ripped apart in mid-flight.” The note was written by Joseph H. Johnson of Salem who was on a flight to Maui. The pilot turned the Boeing 767 around and went back to PDX where Johnson was arrested. On Tuesday, a U.S. Magistrate agreed to drop charges against Johnson if he successfully completes a six-month diversion program and writes an apology to Hawaiian Airlines and his fellow passengers. He said it was intended as a joke.
Oregon Board of Forestry
The Oregon Board of Forestry will hold its regular business meeting on April 22, and on April 23 the board will host a panel discussion on climate change and hear a report on an integrated water resources strategy for the state. APRIL 22 MEETING: State Forests' public advisory committee report – A 16-member citizen committee will report on its work toward improving a set of administrative rules that define "greatest permanent value" in the management of Oregon's state forests. The committee work is one of three "streams" of input to the board's review process. The Forest Trust Lands Advisory Committee has already delivered its suggestions to the board, and Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has also provided recommendations. At its June meeting, the board will review draft rule concepts that consider a range of approaches for improving the greatest permanent value and planning rules. Revised State Forests' management plans – The board will consider for adoption revised versions of the Northwest and Southwest Oregon Forest Management plans. The plans provide long-range management direction for these public forestlands. The principal reason for proposing change is that the expected social, environmental and economic benefits projected by the current plan cannot be achieved. A reduced long-term goal for complex forest structure and moving away from a draft habitat conservation plan are the proposed changes. A public comment period was open for six weeks, and two public hearings were held in January. Results of those will be presented to the board. A decision on the proposed changes is expected. Forestland classification rules – The board will review public comments received on draft rules to modify the system of classifying forestland for wildfire protection and consider adopting the rules. The recommended rule changes were developed as part of a 2007 statewide forestland classification task force made up of a broad cross-section of stakeholders. A public hearing process was conducted recently on the draft rule changes. Oregon Roundtable on Sustainable Forests – ODF staff will request the board's approval of a charter and work plan for the Oregon Roundtable on Sustainable Forests. This diverse forum of individuals with a strong interest in the future of Oregon's forests seeks through collaborative efforts to advance sustainable forestry across all forest ownerships in Oregon. Department of Forestry budget development – Staff will present policy packages that make up the proposed ODF budget for 2011-2013. The meeting is open to the public, and comments will be received on forestry-related items not included in the agenda during a public comment period shortly after 8 a.m. Members of the public wishing to comment on specific agenda items will have an opportunity to address the board during the time each item is scheduled. APRIL 23 PANEL, REPORT: Climate Change panel discussion – A panel will present the latest information on climate change as it relates to Oregon's forests, ODF, and contributions to adaptation and mitigation the Board of Forestry might be able to make in the future. Panel members include: Angus Duncan, chairman of the Oregon Global Warming Commission; Phil Mote, director of the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute; Matt Donegan, president of Forest Capital Partners; and Andrew Yost, forest ecologist with ODF. Water Resources Strategy – The board will hear a presentation on efforts to develop an integrated water resources strategy for Oregon. Such a strategy would provide a blueprint for the state to follow as it prepares to meet Oregon's future water needs. The meetings will take place at Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) headquarters, Building C – the Tillamook Room, 2600 State St., in Salem. The April 22 meeting will begin at 8 a.m., and the April 23 session at 8:30 a.m. Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services or assistance can be arranged by calling the ODF Agency Affairs Office at least 48 hours before the meeting, 503-945-7200, text telephone 503-945-7213. More information on the Board of Forestry can be found at: www.oregon.gov/ODF/BOARD/. Background information on the April 22 and 23 agenda items is available through the "2010 Meeting Schedule" link on the website.
Fishing Community fate
The Coos Historical & Maritime Museum presents: Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 7:00 pm
in the Salmon Room • $11.50. The fate of a fishing community is decided in part by the
ocean. But fishing income can also be affected by events in other countries, changes in national policies or invention of new technologies. Dr. Finley will discuss the changing
fortunes of the Coos Bay fishing fleet, and explore some of the surprising factors that affect our local fishing community. RSVP by April 30, 2010 by calling 541-756-6320
Dessert Buffet - Mini Chocolate Eclairs; Mini Petit Fours • Mini Cream Puffs; Chocolate Cups with Assorted Mousse; (Raspberry, Dark Chocolate and White Chocolate); Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Hot Tea. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
College departments getting ready for Earth Day
Departments throughout Southwestern Oregon Community College have assembled activities in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22. New recycling bins will be strategically placed throughout campus, 28 indoors and 4 outdoors, to increase the visibility and scope of the campus recycling program. A how-to-recycle video featuring Rocky, Southwestern’s mascot, is currently in production. The video will be posted on the college website and YouTube. The Art Department will offer an Earth Day Art Contest and Exhibit. The competition is open to all Southwestern students and items must be submitted between 1 and 5 p.m. on April 22. The judging and exhibit will take place in the Eden Hall Gallery Lobby on the Coos Campus. Participants are encouraged to see official rules for full details. The contest offers three categories: art derived from recycled materials; art derived from natural materials; and, a combination of both. There will be a first ($40) and second ($30) place award for each category, plus special awards for functional art, edible art, and best use of recycled metal. The exhibit will be open through April 30. A presentation of the film Affluenza, which offers a fascinating look at overconsumption and materialism and is narrated by National Public Radio’s Scott Simon will be shown at 6 p.m. in the Eden Hall auditorium. A discussion will follow, moderated by Christina Alexander, with suggestions and ideas of ways to address concerns related to consumption and the environment. A drawing for door prizes will be held at the conclusion of the evening. Associated Student Government (ASG) is planning a Coos Campus cleanup that will include picking up trash on the property along Newmark and various areas around campus, as well as cleaning the man-made pond (“poet’s eye”) in the middle of campus and waterways running into it. The group will also remove some old planters in the quad and fix up the planter rings that surround trees around campus. If time allows, they will plant flowers and spread bark dust to beautify campus for graduation. The following day, ASG will finish up the previous day’s work and clean up the islands in the center of the three main parking lots. Student Housing is hosting many activities on the Coos Campus over about a week in an effort to educate students in many topics associated with Earth Day, while also providing benefits to the campus and entertainment to the students. On Earth Day, students will decorate reusable totes at 8 p.m. in the Lighthouse Depot. Participants will learn how simply changing how they shop can help the environment and have the opportunity to take a short quiz to figure out their "Earth Day IQ." There will also be posters throughout Housing describing ways to “go green.” Dining Services will hand out wallet-sized Seafood Watch accordion cards that can help shoppers identify seafood that is eco-friendly. They will also provide a poster-sized copy of a Question & Answer with Mario Batali on sustainable eating. The official Earth Day website, earthday.net, asserts that, “Earth Day 2010 can be a turning point to advance climate policy, energy efficiency, renewable energy and green jobs. Earth Day Network is galvanizing millions who make personal commitments to sustainability. Earth Day 2010 is a pivotal opportunity for individuals, corporations and governments to join together and create a global green economy. Join the more than one billion people in 190 countries that are taking action for Earth Day.” Those interested in learning more about recycling and sustainability at Southwestern can visit the new website www.socc.edu/sustain.
College graduation is going green
Graduation June 11th at Southwestern Oregon Community College is going green. Students graduating this spring will wear environmentally friendly caps and gowns. Since graduation regalia is generally only worn once, it is even more important that it be made from a product that is biodegradable. Traditional robes are made out of 100% polyester, while the new robe is made of natural fibers from renewable, managed forests and is proven to decompose in soil. The caps and gowns chosen for this year’s ceremony are being supplied by Jostens and are part of "The Elements Collection." The new robe is better in quality than the robes of past years, yet it won't harm our environment. The zipper is made of recycled pop bottles, and the button on the cap is made of metal. The two represent the only parts of the outfit that are not biodegradable, but are still recyclable. Even the packaging that the clothing is purchased in is recyclable. The company also provides graduates with an option to give back $1 of their purchase to an environmental sustainability project.
Culinary institute to host “Cooking Up a Storm”
The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College will be hosting “Cooking up a Storm” this summer, a culinary camp for 16-years-and-older high school students who are interested in exploring the culinary and hospitality industry. The four day intensive cooking program will provide participants opportunities to learn alongside the Institute’s award-winning chef instructors. The program is designed to expose students to basic cooking skills, but most importantly, provide a learning environment that will assist students in making an informed decision about attending culinary school. Students will learn about sanitation, knife skills, introductory baking and how to prepare a basic meal. They will also tour the college campus, and have the opportunity to interact with current culinary students. The program will take place July 19-22. The entire program, including class materials, meals and lodging is just $200 per student. Registration is limited to the first 20 students, so those who are interested are encouraged to apply early. Transportation to and from OCCI will be the responsibility of the student. For more information or to register, contact Jamie Cook at OCCI at 541-888-7195.
Warrant
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for early Wednesday morning, 12:47 a.m., “Florence PD requesting confirmation on our warrant for subject.” Twenty-nine year old Ryan Wilson arrested for Failure to Appear on original charge of Furnishing Liquor to Minor.
Warrant
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Tuesday night, 10:31 p.m., 1600 block So. 17th St., “possible location of wanted subject.” Fifty-year old Terrence Lee White arrested for Failure to Appear on original charge of Unlawful Possession Firearm. Transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Harassment
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Tuesday, 2:28 p.m., 200 block Ingersoll Ave., 42-year old Gary Tibbets arrested on charge of Harassment Domestic. Transported and lodged in the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Wanted
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Tuesday, 12:34 p.m., City Hall, “wanted and wants a place to stay.” Twenty-nine year old Joseph Buckingham arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear, original charge Arson II & Criminal Trespass.
Chip truck
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Tuesday night, 9:48 p.m., a chip truck rolled over on Hwy. 42 east of Myrtle Point at milepost 45, no one was injured.
Gun
According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log for Tuesday, 4:07 p.m., a report was taken involving the theft of a gun, “occurred 15 years ago.”
WX
Partly cloudy along the Oregon Coast today with highs in the mid 50s to mid 60s and north winds 10-20 mph. Partly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s, breezy with north winds 15-25 mph. Mostly to partly cloudy on Friday.
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Bjorkquist honored
The Oregon Athletic Directors Association recently honored North Bend High School AD Boyd Bjorkquist with the NIAAA State Award of Merit. This award is given annually to an outstanding member of the OADA/NIAAA who excels through leadership at the state and national level. The honor was received during the 41st annual OADA state conference April 19th at Sunriver Resort in Central Oregon.
Forrester next NBHS Ad
A Bulldog will replace a Pirate as North Bend High School’s Athletic Director this fall. Mike Forrester, who graduated from North Bend and returned to his alma mater as a teacher and coach for the past 20-years, will replace the retiring Boyd Bjorkquist the Marshfield grad who last served as AD the last 14-years. Forrester resigns as girl’s basketball coach after 12 seasons and a state championship in 2005. Bjorkquist has been honored previously as the 4A Athletic Director of the Year.
MHS bb
It was a scoreless game through five innings. Marshfield starter Raymond Jones had a no-hitter going against visiting North Eugene in a 5A Midwestern League baseball game in Coos Bay Wednesday, but then the wheels came off in the top of the sixth when Highlander first baseman Chris Clayton stroked a lead-off home run and the dam literally broke open against the Pirates. After facing three-up and three-down for the first five, North (4-3, 11-5) brought eight to the plate in the sixth and nine in seventh to break away from Marshfield for an 8-0 win. The Pirates (1-6, 5-8-1) got on base early, but couldn’t bring the runs in against starter Kyle DeHaven. Senior Ryan Campbell reached third base in the bottom of the fifth, but DeHaven then struck out senior Elliot Aurdahl to end the threat. DeHaven had eight strikeouts before he was replaced in the seventh by Garret Harpole. Campbell relieved Jones in the seventh as well. In other MWL games, Springfield (6-1) took over first place by downing Thurston (5-2) 6-2, and Willamette (2-5) got its second win by beating Churchill (3-4) 9-6.
NB bb
Siuslaw beat visiting North Bend 8-5 in a 4A Far West League baseball game at Florence Wednesday.
MHS sb
Thurston downed visiting Marshfield 3-2 in a 5A Midwestern League softball make up game in east Springfield Wednesday. Rachel Willoughby was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run to lead the Colts. The Pirates (1-6) then lost at North Eugene (4-3) 8-4. In other MWL games, Springfield (5-2) beat Thurston (6-1) 5-0
MHS Booster Club
The Marshfield Booster Club will meet at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, at Abby’s Pizza in Coos Bay. Along with coaches and athletes discussing their current seasons, the Booster Club will present certificates to the male and female Athletes of the Week as nominated by the Spring Sport coaches and voted on by the Board. This week’s recipients come from Track and Field as nominated by head coach Rich “Mac” McIntosh. Girl's Track - Tori Scott. Tori ran two lifetime PRs in the 800 and 3000 meter races at the 102nd Coos County Track and Field Meet,scoring 12 points with two second-place finishes. Her points helped a small and inexperienced Marshfield team nearly beat a loaded North Bend team that will challenge for a 4A state championship this season. Tor's times put her on pace to return to the Class 5A state championship for the third time this May and are remarkable because of the speed required in the shorter race and the endurance that makes the longer one so challenging. Her times rank 2nd and 4th respectively in the Midwestern League. Beyond her individual achievements, it's her leadership of a novice women's team that makes her distinctive and the athlete most trusted by her peers and the coaching staff. I value these qualities so highly that I handpicked Tori to be an Event Group Leader this season to act as mentor to our promising core of freshmen girls. Her personal example, empathetic encouragement, and firm leadership have made the smallest team in the Midwestern League competitive and could be instrumental in a repeat of last year's Co-ed championship. Boy's Track - Blake Kemp. Blake's individual and team performances continue to improve, setting a lofty standard for every member of the Pirate thinclad program and inspiring a young and inexperienced core of underclassmen. In the County Meet, he earned recognition as the Most Valuable Runner after winning both hurdle races and anchoring a short relay that tied the 102-year old record with a fully-automatic time of 43.94. Blake's 300 hurdle time leads the 5A classification statewide by more than 2 seconds and his winning triple jump of 43-9 is a lifetime PR that exceeds last year's mark that earned All-State honors. The short relay performance ranks 2nd statewide in 5A and puts the Pirates ahead of last year's pace that earned an All-State ranking. Blake's performances on the track reflect a commitment to excellence that extends to every pursuit - he's an accomplished musician, a 4.0 student, a tri-captain and the most respected member of a boys team that is poised to repeat as Midwestern League champions and make another run at a state title.
UO bb
No. 18 Oregon completed a two-game sweep of Gonzaga (13-24-1) at Spokane, WA in non-conference baseball Wednesday. The Ducks (25-12) won 19-10. Oregon returns home to PK Park in Eugene Friday for a three-game Pac-10 series against USC.
OSU sb
Oregon State beat Portland State (16-24) on the road 2-1 in a non-conference softball game in the Rose City Wednesday. The Beavers (22-21) have a three-game Pac-10 series at Arizona in Tucson beginning Friday.
NB tn
North Bend is scheduled to play at Hidden Valley in Grants Pass today in boy’s tennis. The Lady Bulldogs are scheduled to play at North Eugene.
Blazers
Portland hosts Phoenix in Game 3 of their best-of-seven NBA basketball playoff series at the Rose Garden tonight. The series is tied at 1-1.
Reedsport Athletics
On Thursday, April 22, The Umpqua Discovery Center will present the second in their series of programs examining the history of Reedsport Athletics. This program will focus on the years 1950-1959. Following programs will look at the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. The decade of the 1950’s saw the formation of the Coast League with Taft, Newport, Toledo, Florence, Reedsport and Waldport. The Boys Basketball program won the league championship every year between 1950-1955. The Boys Football program went to the state playoffs each year between 1955 and 1957 and won the state championship in football behind legendary coach Rudy Ruppe in 1957. Information on some of these years is sketchy at best, so the Discovery Center is looking for anyone with high school annuals in the years 1950, 1953, 1954 and 1959. If you have one of these books, please contact Jim Akre at 541-271-4255 or email akre@charter.net to help flesh out this program. You are also invited to bring these missing yearbooks plus any pictures to the presentation on April 22. The one-hour program begins at 6:30 pm on April 22 at the Discovery Center. There is limited seating, with the first 50 people being assured seats. Admission is $2.50 for adults, $1 for children ages 6-15, and UDC members are free.
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