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city news march20 City Will Wait to Hire Permanent City Administrator The Vernonia City Council is waiting until they go through the 2014- 15 budget process before making any decisions about hiring a permanent City Administrator. Mayor Josette Mitchell says that the City has exhausted all the funds al- located for the City Administrator po- sition for this fiscal year, due to all the expenses and costs the City incurred to finalize the dismissal of previous City Administrator Bill Haack. “We realized there wasn’t mon- ey in that line item to hire someone for the rest of the fiscal year without mak- ing extreme changes, like letting some- one else go or cutting something else way back to where the services provided would not be what the citizens were ex- pecting,” said Mitchell during a recent interview. Instead, on December 12, 2013, the Council chose to appoint Mitchell and City Council President Randy Par- row each as City Administrator Pro Tem and share the duties of the City Admin- istrator. According to the Agreement between Mitchell, Parrow and the City of Vernonia, Mitchell is handling the day to day operations at City Hall, manag- ing ongoing projects, and supervising all employees. Parrow is responsible for any employee disciplinary action. The Agreement also preserves Mitchell and Parrow’s right as Mayor and Councilors to preside over, partici- pate in, and vote in all City Council and City Committee meetings. The Agreement is effective until the City hires a City Administrator or In- terim City Administrator. The City of Vernonia is required by Ordinance to have a City Administra- tor. The City Charter allows an elected officer to be employed in a City position that is substantially volunteer in nature. Neither Mitchell nor Parrow are being paid in their role as City Administrator Pro Tem. Mitchell is receiving a stipend ARRESTS / REPORTS / CRIMINAL CITATIONS • March 1, 2014 – Police responded to N. Mist Dr. and Douglas St. regarding a motor vehicle accident - hit and run. (Ongoing Investigation) • March 1, 2014 – Police responded to N Mist Dr. and Douglas St. regarding an intoxicated adult male and intoxicated adult female in connection with the Motor Vehicle Crash on N. Mist Dr. and Douglas St. • March 2, 2014 – Police / Fire / Medical, responded to Bridge St. and Jefferson Ave. regarding a Vehicle vs. Pedestrian crash. • March 7, 2014 – Arrest on an outstanding warrant at 490 Bridge St. • March 7, 2014 – Police responded to the 800 Block of Missouri Ave. regarding some found property on the premises. An investigation regarding Vernonia, Oregon 97064 Position closes Monday, April 3 rd , 2014 - 4 pm The City of Vernonia is seeking a Temporary/Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker from April 2014 through Oct. 1 st , 2014. The work to be performed by the Temporary/Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker includes: • Be a positive representative of the City and Parks • Pick up trash in and around parks buildings and grounds • Mowing, weed eating, all landscaping care for City owned properties and maintain all equipment in good condition and repair • Follow Park Maintenance Standards • Additional duties may be required for general daily maintenance Workdays: Monday-Friday If interested in this position please pick up an application at: City Hall, 1001 Bridge St., Vernonia OR 97064 or vernonia-or.gov The City of Vernonia is an equal opportunity employer and provider. City Closures are scheduled for: Monday, May 26, 2014 Memorial Day Dates and times subject to change due to conflicts of schedules of $3.91/hour to cover day care costs she incurs while working at City Hall. Mitchell said that, once the City Council has adopted a budget for the next fiscal year, they will begin a for- mal search for a new City Administra- tor, which will include advertising the position, a review of the potential candi- dates, an interview process and the even- tual hiring. Burglary, Theft and Trespassing is still ongoing. • March 16, 2014 – Police Responded to the 600 Block of California Ave. regarding a Domestic Disturbance. Police investigation resulted in an arrest for Domestic Assault (4). TRAFFIC/OTHER CITATIONS • March 5, 2014 – Issued traffic citations for Driving while suspended (violation level), Failure to carry proof of insurance and Failure to carry proof of registration. • March 11, 2014 – Issued a traffic citation for Violation of the Basic Rule (80mph in a posted 55mph speed zone) on Hwy 47 South at Artic Way. • March 11, 2014 – Issued a traffic citation for Violation of the Basic Rule (85mph in a posted 55mph speed zone) on Hwy 47 South at Artic Way. • Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels • Finish Carpentry • Ceramic Tile Work • Custom Home Construction • Additions • Commercial Tenant Improvements Jim Morrison, Jr. General Contractor CCB# 112057 Ph: (503) 429-0154 MorrisonRemodeling@hughes.net Vernonia, OR 97064 • Licensed • Bonded • Insured Vernonia Dental Drive Thru Espresso & More e rm an Terry’s Gym I would like to take this opportunity to remind community members that dogs are prohibited on the athletic fields at the Old School site. The athletic field areas are leased by the Vernonia School District and are NOT “public park” areas. With Spring sports starting up it is important that community members with dogs do not walk them, let them run, or let them relieve themselves on or near the athletic fields. Contamination from urine and feces are not safe or healthy for the children in the community. Help keep our young athletes healthy and obey the posted signs. Josette Mitchell Pro-Tem City Administrator D City Council Meetings are scheduled for 7 PM: Monday, April 7, 2014 Monday, April 21, 2014 DOGS PROHIBITED ON ATHLETIC FIELDS DM Vernonia City Council Meetings and Closures 5 Police Blotter March 1-16 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE POSITION Hourly Rate: $10.00/hour Hours: Not to exceed 40 hours/week 2014 JOIN THE TEAM! 503-901-1705 16720 Noakes Rd. Vernonia . 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