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About Vernonia's voice. (Vernonia, OR) 2007-current | View Entire Issue (Sept. 3, 2015)
6 community/city news september3 2015 Amtrack Offers Special for U of O Football Fans Duck alert! The Amtrak Cascades passenger train will offer 25% off discounted rates to and from Eugene during home football game weekends this fall. Train – or POINT bus – riders can avoid traffic and parking hassles, and once in town, can ride the Lane Transit District (LTD) Autzen Express bus for free. In both downtown Eugene and downtown Springfield, special “Duck Downtown” events are planned the evening before game day, and early arrival in town on the train or bus allows Duck fans to enjoy these events and more. It’s the second year for the multiple partnership effort, which includes Travel Lane County, LTD, the University of Oregon and the University of Oregon Alumni Association. The Alumni Association is encouraging season ticketholders, alumni, students’ parents and Duck fans from the north to take advantage of train savings, avoid congestion on I-5 and enjoy special events. Amtrak Cascades trains/POINT buses offering the discount run on these dates: To Eugene From Eugene 9/4 and 9/5 9/6 (vs.Eastern Washington) 9/18 and 9/19 9/20 (vs.Georgia State) 9/25 and 9/26 9/27 (vs.Utah) 10/9 and 10/10 10/11 (vs.Washington State) 11/6 and 11/7 11/8 (vs.California) 11/20 and 11/21 11/22 (vs.USC) 11/26 and 11/27 11/28 (vs.Oregon State) Roundtrip ticket purchase is required to receive the 25% discount, and showing your Amtrak Cascades/ POINT bus ticket for the weekend to an LTD driver gets you on the bus for free throughout Eugene and Springfield. Go by train… and go Ducks! Vernonia’s Voice is published on the 1st and 3rd Thursday. Our next issue will be out on September 17th. What’s Happening at the Vernonia Library Banned Books Week: Book Group September 27 – October 3 September 28 Look for a display of books that have Last Monday of every month, 5:30 pm been challenged and/or banned in libraries and schools. Check one out Selection for September: Go Set the Watchman by Harper Lee and celebrate the freedom to read. NOTICE OF SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET HEARING A public hearing on a proposed supplemental budget for the City of Vernonia, Columbia County, State of Oregon, for the current fiscal year, will be held at 1001 Bridge St Vernonia, OR 97064. The hearing will take place on September 21, 2015 at 7:00 PM. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the supplemental budget with interested persons. A copy of the supplemental budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after September 21, 2015 at 1001 Bridge St, Vernonia, OR 97064, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. SUMMARY OF PROPOSED BUDGET CHANGES AMOUNTS SHOWN ARE REVISED TOTALS IN THOSE FUNDS BEING MODIFIED FUND: Parks RESOURCE Cash on Hand Revised Total Fund Resources AMOUNT $37,700 EXPENDITURE Spencer Park AMOUNT $12,000 $263,066 Revised Total Requirements $263,066 Movie Night Storytime Thursday, September 24, 5:30 pm Movie is based on a well know classic book that is on the “Banned Book” list. Call or visit the library for movie titles. Free popcorn! Baby and Toddler Time Mondays, 10:30 – 11:15 am Songs, rhymes, books, toys, and bubbles! For ages 0 – 3. Older siblings welcome. Preschool Storytime Fridays, 10:30 – 11:15 am, starting September 11 Stories and crafts for children up to age 5. Ongoing Programs Library Craft Box It’s ALWAYS craft time at the Library. Ask at the checkout desk about our Craft Box and do a craft in the library Holiday Closures anytime during open hours. Crafts Monday, September 7 for Labor Day are designed for Pre-K and grade school children. Writer’s Group September 17 3 rd Thursday of every month, 6 – 7:30 pm Opportunity for writers with all levels of experience to get together, write, and get feedback. Library Hours & Contact Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 – 5 Tuesday, Thursday: 1 -7 Saturday: 10 – 4 Closed Sundays Phone: (503) 429-1818 E-mail: library@vernonia-or.gov COMMENTS: Cash on Hand was much higher than anticipated and appropriations were not made to fund the completion of Spencer Park. Vernonia Veterinary Clinic 291 A Street Small and Large Animals call Kim Hunting Season is here! Lovable service at a reasonable price • Bathing • Haircuts • Nail Clipping • Nail Polishing • Specialty Shampoos Archery Equipment - Sporting Goods Calls - Cammo - Boots - Accessories Binoculars - Scent Killers - Targets Family owned & operated for over 45 years 834 Bridge St, Vernonia 503-429-6364 Open Mon, Wed & Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call for Appointments (503) 429-1612 Or 24 hr. Emergency Number (503) 397-6470 700 Weed Ave. Vernonia, OR
