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22 Wednesday, July 29, 2015 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon BBR BOARD: Support of paved trail was affirmed at meeting Continued from page 3 opposed. At the July meeting, pro- ponents for the trail noted the strong survey support of homeowners, the additional recreational amenities the trail would provide the larger com- munity, an example of a trail which currently terminates at the Ranch and alignment with the original Black Butte Ranch mission. Mike Hollern, chair- man of Brooks Resources Corporation and a home- owner at the Ranch, provided an historical perspective on the development of a trail between the Ranch and Sisters in a letter of support propo- nents shared with the board. “We considered it in the early 1970s when we developed the Ranch, but the Forest Service had no money for trails then and we didn’t follow through. I wish we had,” he wrote. Homeowners who spoke in opposition voiced concerns about increased unauthorized access to the Ranch; jeop- ardized safety and security; increased costs to the Ranch; and unnecessary removal of trees and use of asphalt. Opponents recommend that an alternative trail location be explored on the north side of Highway 20. Board members acknowl- edged the seriousness of the issues concerning unauthor- ized access to Ranch amenities raised by homeowners who oppose the trail. However, in their discussion members agreed that such concerns could be managed effectively. Board member Jeff Curtis summarized rationale for the current letter of support: “I believe there is a majority of the homeowners on the Ranch who are in support of the path.” Playing in the park... photo by roGer detWeiler The 204th army Band played at Fir Street park last week. The audience enjoyed the free concert — and a moment of drama when the photographer tripped the water feature. Friends of Sisters Library 2015 Doggie Dash & Fest THANK YOU so very much to our sponsors! TRAINER: Maier got start with Knapp Friesians Continued from page 3 and the Queen. Maier counts this experience as the high- light of his career in equine entertainment. These days he is retired from the entertainment side of things and is back to his first profession as carriage- horse trainer at a large facility in Lodi, California. Sargent Equestrian Center is unique on the West Coast in that the emphasis is on training horses and people in the driving disciplines. From miniature horses to thundering draft ani- mals, from pleasure driving to highly competitive Combined Driving Event (CDE) horses, all are welcomed and cared for. Maier conducts about 10 clinics each year, some at the facility and some at other loca- tions. His calm and friendly demeanor and formidable skills have garnered a fol- lowing all across the country. Godby, who sent her young mare, Freedom, to Maier for training, was thrilled to have him conduct the Oregon clinic at her property. He acknowledges that the opportunities coming his way during his career began in Sis- ters with the Knapp Friesians. “From driving carriages to Friesians Spectacular to Ken- tucky and the World Eques- trian Games to the Diamond Jubilee – it was a chain of events that started in Sisters. It’s been a wonderful thing and I recognize that,” he said. logo art: Kathy Deggendorfer Sisters Veterinary Clinic Sisters’ biggest party for dogs & people! Benefit for Friends of the Sisters Library and Furry Friends Foundation Saturday, August 15 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Village Green City Park ZE S! I PR Phil Arends, Principal Broker Corner of Elm & Fir in Sisters lk a w e il -m . r o lk a /w n u r 5k * line at www.sistersfol.com Register on on Ridge Trail Trek through shady Peters t 13 deadline is Aug to us Early registrati thr on ister day of event. reg ra ee participants, $5 ext $.5/participant or $50 for Fun fo up to Goody bag and dog toys for fi rst 100 entrants! Come wa r the who le fa tch Ag Visit wit ility Course, Min mily! h Rescu e Group i Obedience s, Vendo rs Register online at www.sistersfol.com Printed forms available at Sisters Library Canine Contests Lutton’s Best Trick • Best Look-A-Li ke • Best Hair Best Howl • K-9 Pie Eating • PRIZES! All proceeds benefit: David Miller FURRY FRIEND S 501 ( c )( 3 ) FOUNDATION *Dogs entered need to be current on their rabies vaccination. Bring proof of vaccination, tag ok. Peter Storton
