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letters to the editor/community bulletin board
february1
2018
Readers Lend Their Voices...
To the Editor,
I am concerned that only one
out of seven Citizen Planning Advisory
Committees (CPACs) is active in Colum-
bia County and that we have dropped the
ball in this important aspect of land use
planning. Extensive citizen participation
has been the hallmark of the state’s land
use planning program since 1984. Citi-
zen participation is important to main-
tain two-way communication between
the public and planning officials.
For several decades, seven
CPACs met and provided citizen’s in-
put. However, around 2005 the groups
weakened until only one CPAC is still
functioning. The Scappoose-Spitzen-
berg CPAC still meets and works to pro-
vide input on land use decisions such as
housing subdivisions, industrial devel-
opment, airport expansions, and storm
water runoff. I hope you see the need
for rebuilding citizen participation in
our county’s land use administration and
Planning Commission decisions.
Columbia County needs to re-
new its commitment to the CPAC pro-
cess. I have personally spoken with
several people who are interested in the
CPAC process. Because we have new
economic growth, this is a critical time,
a tipping point for two-way communica-
tion within the county’s land use plan-
ning process.
It’s up to us. Do you have time,
on an irregular basis, to receive a copy of
the land use applications being processed
for your neighborhood? To answer that
question, you’ll need more information.
I urge you to stop by Land Development
Services at the court house in St. Helens
or contact them at (503) 397-7217 to re-
quest more information.
Paulette Lichatowich
Columbia City
To the Editor,
River City Singers is inviting
YOU to join us!
We’re just starting a new season
with Randall Thompson’s sublime work,
The Peaceable Kingdom. Rehearsals are
on Thursday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
at the First United Methodist Church at
560 Columbia Blvd. in St. Helens. No
need to audition.
It’s a high-caliber volunteer
choir. It has performed at Carnegie Hall
on two occasions, and there are concerts
locally and in Portland throughout the
year. You’ll meet great people and sing
stirring choral works. Our accompanist
is excellent and our choral director in-
spiring!
Contact us via message on our
Facebook page at River City Singers—
Columbia Chorale of Oregon, or just
turn up during rehearsal time and get
started. Now is the perfect time to join!
Dr. Margaret Trenchard-Smith
Scappoose
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Upcoming Events
JuggleMania! with Rhys Thomas - Saturday, February 10, 1:00 pm at
the Vernonia Public Library. Comedy and juggling by an international
performer. Sponsored by the Vernonia Lions Club.
Crab & Brisket Dinner - Saturday, February 17, 5:00 - 8:00 pm at Cedar
Ridge. Proceeds benefit Vernonia Friendship Jamboree & Logging
Show. Tickets $30, available at R&S Market and All In Pub
Father & Daughter Country Ball - Saturday, March 10, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at
Grace Family Fellowship, 957 State Avenue. $5 per couple.
TOPS Group (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meet Fridays at the Mist-
Birkenfeld Fire Dept. 8:30 am weigh in, 9:00 am meeting. Men and
women invited to join. (503) 429-7505
VHS Class of 1968 Going
Cruising for 50 th Reunion
The VHS Class of 1968 will be
going on an Alaskan cruise to celebrate
their 50 th class reunion.
The cruise leaves Seattle July
21, 2018 and returns July 28.
“We have approximately 40
people confirmed and want to let
anyone who may be interested in joining
us that they are certainly welcome,”
said organizer Kevin Krieger. This
invitation is open to all members of the
class of 1968, along with classmates
upper and lower, and family and friends.
Charter Bus transportation to
the Seattle port from Vernonia and back
is provided. A valid passport is required.
If anyone is interested in
learning more about this reunion trip
please call Kevin Krieger at (503) 348-
8117.
Dog Licensing Available Online
For the convenience of Columbia County dog owners, you may now license
your dog(s) online. The Sheriff’s Office web page for dog licensing is located at
www.co.columbia.or.us/sheriff. The link to the Dog Licensing page is in large
font among the links under the Sheriff’s Greetings on the home page.
Columbia Humane Society
Featured Pet
When asked what was the one
thing she wanted more than
anything, Missy said that it was to
have a nice quiet home, without
young kids that she could feel
comfortable in. This little lady is
about 1 1 / 2 years old and has
proven that she isn't overly fond of
homes with loud noises and lots of
activities. She prefers to spend
her time lying in laps with minimal
disruption. She has also been able to teach us that she prefers a very clean
litter box that has a cover. Her litter box will come with her to her new
home. Missy's adoption has been sponsored so her adoption fee will only be
$75. If you are interested in meeting Missy please don't hesitate to call or
email.
We thank you all for the support. Please continue to donate to help kids
like Missy. http://columbiahumane.com/support-us/donate/
2084 Oregon Street, St. Helens, OR 97051
Phone: 503-397-4353
E-mail: info@columbiahumane.org
Web: www.columbiahumane.org
AA Meetings
Open Meetings
Mondays & Thursdays
6:30-7:30 pm
Vernonia Christian Church
410 North Street
Women’s Meeting
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
Vernonia Christian Church
410 North Street
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