SILVERTONAPPEAL.COM ܂ WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2018 ܂ 3A Detroit Lake hit with fourth toxic algae alert Marion board OKs $445.4M budget Staff report Salem Statesman Journal USA TODAY NETWORK The Marion County Board of Com- missioners approved a $445.4 million budget June 27 morning for the up- coming fiscal year. The budget plan will go into effect July 1 and aims to increase sheriff 's pa- trols, improve public works and infra- structure throughout the county. The proposal is roughly 3.6 percent more than the $429.8 million budget for 2017-18. The largest portion of the new bud- get — $115.1 million — will go to public works, primarily for highway work. Marion County Public Works offi- cials maintain 1,118 miles of road, 147 bridges and 28,000 signs, according to a news release. Alan Haley, Marion County Public Works director, said his department will start resurfacing several roads throughout the county. Sidewalks and bicycle lanes will be repaired, as well as some roads wid- ened. Around $67.1 million will go to pub- lic safety programs, county officials said. Marion County spokesperson Jo- lene Kelley said 10 sheriff 's deputies will be hired to patrol an unincorporat- ed area of east Salem. Kelley said the county will continue to work on several multi-year projects, which total around $14.3 million with an additional $135,994 reserve for fu- ture expenditures. "Residents can feel secure the fi- nances of the county are being well- managed ... (toward) making improve- ments for the next generation," Kelley said. The full budget is available for re- view on the county's website. Blowout Creek at Detroit Lake as seen on June 7. Water samples are being taken and tested everyday as a toxic algae bloom is being detected. ANNA REED/STATESMAN JOURNAL Don Currie Salem Statesman Journal USA TODAY NETWORK A recreational health advisory has been issued for Detroit Lake — again. Only three days after the most recent advisory was lifted, testing showed a high level of cyanotoxins in the popular reservoir east of Salem. Those traveling to Detroit Lake should avoid swallowing water while swimming, water skiing or power boat- ing at the lake, officials said. Exposure to the toxic algae can pro- duce symptoms that range from dizzi- ness and nausea to difficulty breathing. It can be especially dangerous for chil- dren and pets. Water from the lake should not be ingested, even after being filtered. Symptoms of skin irritation, weak- ness, diarrhea, nausea, cramps and fainting should receive medical atten- tion if they persist or worsen. The reservoir’s toxic algae has been blamed for fouling Salem’s drinking water, leading to a weeks-long “do not drink” advisory for vulnerable popula- tions, including children 6 and under. That advisory is still in effect. This is the fourth health advisory this year. Here’s a timeline of events: ܂ May 23: Tests show high levels of toxins, alert issued ܂ June 8:Tests show safe levels of toxins, alert lifted ܂ June 13: Tests show high levels of toxins, alert issued ܂ June 14:Tests show safe levels of toxins, alert lifted ܂ June 15:Tests show high levels of toxins, alert issued ܂ June 25:Three days of tests show safe levels of toxins, alert lifted ܂ June 28: Tests show high levels of toxins, alert issued The confusion prompted OHA to be- gin a new protocol in how it issues health advisories at Detroit Lake. OHA now requires three consecutive days of clear tests to lift a health advisory. In the past, only one clear test was need- ed. In addition, visual evidence will be required to ensure the algae bloom has subsided, officials said. Contact reporter Olivia Heersink at oheersink@statesmanjournal.com, 503-399-6657 or follow her on Twitter @heersinkolivia. IN BRIEF Parade and fireworks make Mt. Angel Fourth Mt. Angel’s old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration, themed “Let Freedom Ring,” will include a parade in the morn- ing and fireworks, music and refresh- ments at night. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at JFK High School and disbands on the south end of Garfield Street. Fireworks will be at the athletic fields between JFK High School and the mid- dle school. Marion County Citizens band will begin playing at 8:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus will sell food and refreshments, and JFK High School stu- dents will sell root beer floats. City adopts $44.74 million budget The City of Silverton’s operating bud- get for the fiscal year starting July 1 is $44.73 million. This year, city leaders expect to spend nearly $4.9 million more than last year’s $39.74 budget, an increase of 12.6 percent. Silverton taxpayers will be levied a permanent tax rate of $3.67 per $1,000 of assessed property value. Together, they will also pay a total of $275,000 to- ward pool operations through the local option tax levy approved by voters. The city’s general fund, which in- cludes personnel and police, is $8 mil- lion for 2018-19. Next largest is the $5 million sewer fund, followed by the $3.3 million water fund and $2.5 million sewer capital project fund. More detail can be found in the bud- get resolution approved by the council on June 18. It’s available online at www.silverton.or.us/agendacenter. Inflation delays middle school gym upgrades SILVERTON – The $1.5 million awarded by the State of Oregon in grant money to make Silverton Middle School’s gym more earthquake-proof isn’t enough to do the job, so it won’t happen this summer. Higher costs in materials and sub- contractor fees put the project roughly $200,000 over budget, said Supt. Andy Bellando. ZCS Engineering, of Klamath Falls told the district that materials and subcontractor prices pushed the cost higher than expected, he said. “We’ve done three different designs trying to make this fit the budget,” Lorin Stanley, maintenance and facilities di- LOCAL ADVISORS rector, told board members this spring. “Two to three years ago, it was a lot bet- ter, but … the climate right now is boom- ing, so costs are skyrocketing.” Instead of trying to come up with the additional $200,000 or canceling the project and applying to the state for a bigger grant, Silver Falls’ board decided to approach a different contractor in search of a lower price. Work could still begin this year, but not until after October at the earliest. “Building administrative teams are working together to ensure the project can be completed with minimal to no impact on students and staff at Silver- ton Middle School,” stated a news re- lease from the district. Saint Benedict Festival is July 7 MT ANGEL – The monks at Mt. Angel Abbey are hosting a public event this weekend with food, drink, and religious observation. From noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 7, guests can participate in a myri- ad of activities in honor of Saint Bene- dict, the sixth-century saint credited with founding western Christian mo- nasticism. The day begins with midday prayers Happy Independence Day Wishing you and your family a safe and festive July 4th holiday. Garry Falor FINANCIAL ADVISOR Mission | 503-363-0445 FINANCIAL ADVISOR West | 503-588-5426 Michael Wooters Chip Hutchings FINANCIAL ADVISOR South | 503-362-5439 FINANCIAL ADVISOR Lancaster | 503-585-4689 Caitlin Davis Tim Sparks FINANCIAL ADVISOR West | 503-585-1464 FINANCIAL ADVISOR Commercial | 503-370-6159 ‘Home is where the HeART is’ now showing SILVERTON – In July, Lunaria Gal- lery presents a juried art show featuring work from 11 Pacific Northwest artists relating to their ideas about home. The selected artists work in a wide variety of media, ranging from tradi- tional painting to ceramics, to fiber art and more. The Loft at Lunaria will feature pas- tels by Deborah Alysoun. Her work is based on views of nature, celebrating the beauty of the earth. A reception for the artists will be held Friday, July 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit www.lunariagallery- .com or call the gallery at (503) 873- 7734. Your friendly local dentist . . . Michael Kim ,DDS Salem Area Vin Searles and vespers, followed by a gourmet pic- nic, and wine and monk-brewed beer. Attendees can learn about Benedictine life and spirituality, play festival games, explore abbey booths and participate in a silent auction. Tickets are $50 each. This event is pet-free and for adults 21 and older. Tickets are online at www.mountange- labbey.org/sbf-ticket-form Now taking New Patients! 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