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Page 9 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, March 15, 2006 City deputy views IVHS Candidates (Continued from page 1) Said Anderson, “I’m against such boards. They cause problems, and have not shown good results. Feedback is OK though to identify issues and prob- lems.” All four said that they would wear a uniform. “Wearing a golf shirt is not professional,” said Fasching. “I will wear a long-sleeve shirt with tie, but the sheriff is not paid to patrol, except to monitor.” Said Kelly, “I will wear a uniform; I will patrol and work shoulder-to-shoulder with deputies.” “Absolutely I will wear a uniform,” said Gilbertson, “and we’ll have Smoky Bear hats instead of baseball caps. We need to be out there with people to see how we’re doing.” “Yes, I will wear a uni- form,” Anderson said. Regarding “bums sell- ing drugs in Jubilee Park,” Anderson said that alterna- tives, other than just having them move on, need to be found. He also indicated that the city deputy does the best he can with time available. Fasching said that the problem of transients is na- tionwide, and that the rule against drinking in the park needs to be enforced. “Deal with it,” said Kelly. “as with any type of violation. Hold the city council responsible. We all need to get together to han- dle this.” Revising the county jail capacity, which he sees as currently arbitrary, would help with bums, said Gilbertson. Using well- trained reservists also would be a plus factor, he said. All four men said that they would be responsive to inquires from the public, except in situations where legally and ethically they would be bound from shar- ing such information. Each added that they would not make public data such as when deputies would be on duty in certain areas. They also agreed that corruption among deputies is intolerable, and that they would act to end such viola- tions if identified. The candidates also touched on areas including deputy morale, the need for more training, enforcing illegal dumping rules, and permits for carrying con- cealed weapons. Lovejoy lists Good Grief!! for children Preregistration is re- quired for Good Grief!! -- a grief support program for children and their families. The eight-week peer program, by Lovejoy Hos- pice, will run from April 4 to May 23 at the Lovejoy building in Grants Pass, 939 S.E. Eighth St. The program is de- signed for children who have experienced the death of someone important in their lives. Parents discuss new ways to support their grieving children. Trained volunteers guide the children in groups from preschool to high school in fun, creative ac- tivities related to grieving, said Lovejoy. To register, phone Trish Has, bereavement coordina- tor, at 474-1193. You have until Monday, March 20 to get your Community Calendar items to the ‘Noose’ for the April presentation. U.S. FOREST SERVICE’S ILLINOIS Valley Ranger Dis- trict conducted an open house showing various planned projects Monday evening, March 13. The dis- plays and informal presentations included information about mining and restoration activities. (Photo by ‘Illinois Valley News’) City plans auction of surplus Rockydale property A plan for city of Cave Junction contract Deputy Cory Krauss to have a more visible presence at Illinois Valley High School has been delayed because of his being injured. Krauss told the city council Monday night, March 13 in city hall that he had planned to use a vacant office at IVHS for two hours per shift to do paperwork and “be seen” there because of recent fights. However, he has suf- fered torn ligaments in his left leg as a result of an on- the-job situation. Therefore, Undersheriff Brian Ander- son is awaiting MRI results to determine whether Krauss should be temporar- ily replaced as city deputy, Krauss said. The deputy said that he is concerned about recent fights among students. A school spokesman said Tuesday morning, March 14 that there have been two fights by boys dur- ing a three-day period. However, the situation is not seen as a major problem, although have two fights in so short a time is unusual, noted the spokesman. “It’s really not out of the ordinary, and there is no big issue,” it was stated. IVHS authorities are han- dling the situation in-house. Council also handles matters involving annexation and four subdivisions velopment Consultants. The council also agreed that it could not afford to Selling surplus city Council also approved to final plat approval for the relocate necessary infra- property on Rockydale an infrastructure acceptance 11-lot Jessi Rae Estates on structure in connection with Road, and matters involving request for Hanby Vista S. Old Stage Road. Council Oregon Dept. of Transporta- four housing developments Estates, and a similar re- also OK’d acceptance of the tion replacing “first bridge” were among matters ad- quest for Illinois River Es- infrastructure and a bonding on the south edge of the city dressed by the Cave Junc- tates. The latter includes 11 request. limits. Several users were tion City Council in city hall Public Works recommenda- The latter is comprised cut off from city service Monday evening, March 13. tions that must be met. of a $31,422 security bond because of that. The council voted 4-0 by Copeland Sand & Gravel The council also, during to declare 6.01 acres, the Inc. for work including its 40-minute meeting, con- city’s former well field for street paving. ducted a public hearing and service to several sites, as A 245-day extension to approved by 4-0 vote an- surplus. Approval also in- 30 years experience in water, sewer & pipeline November, for the tentative nexation of 7.59 acres at 632 cludes allowing City Re- construction, brush clearing, septic installation plan for Laurel Pines Subdi- Daisy Hill Road. The request corder Jim Polk to dispose & utility line trenching vision adjacent to Illinois was by Don and Luz Moore, of the land through an auc- READY TO DIG Valley/Laurel Pines Golf who live on Caves Hwy. tion with advice from city & AIMING TO PLEASE Course, was granted. The Final acceptance is an- staff. 24 HOURS A DAY request was due to an 8-acre ticipated at the next meeting. Councilman Rita Dyer wetland issue being dealt The property, in the was absent. 1-(541) 597-4486 with by Illinois Valley De- city’s urban-growth bound- There was comment CCB#159580 velopment and Willow De- ary, is zoned rural- that perhaps Jim Frick, of residential. Under annexa- Century 21 Harris & Taylor, tion and the city comprehen- would be willing to help as sive plan, it will become auctioneer because of his single-family residential. experience. A new single-family The city has abandoned residence and a separate the Rockydale well field off garage/shop are under con- Nolan Road, a half-mile east struction, it was noted. of Hwy. 199. The reason is LOOK FOR TAX BREAKS IN THE GULF OPPORTUNITY ZONE ACT OF 2005 Avoid being a scam victim by being informed of ploys You can save yourself time, trouble and money if you know how to recognize -- and avoid -- some of the more common scams, Here’s a look at one that could happen to you. The Scam You place an ad for your collectible, motorcycle or electronic equipment on a specialty Website. You’re contacted by a buyer. Every- thing appears legitimate. You even receive a cashier’s check overnight. The only problem is that the check is written for $5,000 more than the sale price. 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Most genuine buyers spend time asking questions and negotiating the price. *Check with your bank to find out how long it will take the check to clear. Just because the bank has given you access to the funds, that doesn’t mean the check has fully cleared. *Wait until the check has cleared before sending the overpayment. *Remember the adage: If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Money transfer compa- nies such as Western Union want to create a greater awareness of the various types of consumer fraud. If you feel you’ve been a fraud victim, contact the attorney general, other law enforce- ment, and your bank. The source To learn more about sending money transfers s a f e l y , v i s i t www.westernunion.com. (NAPS) Spring has returned. The Earth is like a child that knows poems. - Rainer Maria Rilke - Hurricane disaster tax relief was passed by Congress last year in a law called the Gulf Opportunity Zone Act of 2005. Thanks to this law, you may qualify for new benefits and incentives on business and personal returns. Some apply even if you live outside hurricane-affected areas called GO Zones. For instance, interest paid to purchasers of tax- exempt GO Zone bonds is not subject to the alternative minimum tax. Military personnel can benefit, too. Under the Act, com- bat pay can be included in the calculation of the earned income tax credit for 2005 and 2006. Another break: When you invest in property in the Katrina GO Zone, you may be able to expense 50% of demoli- tion costs incurred before January 1, 2008. Provisions limited to a specific region include a 50% first-year depreciation deduction for qualified property. In addition to purchased software and leasehold improve- ments, bonus depreciation applies to certain nonresidential real or residential rental property. New or used property acquired on or after August 28, 2005, for your trade or business in the Katrina GO Zone is generally eligible. The Section 179 deduction, which allows an immediate write-off of qualified asset purchases (up to $108,000 in 2006), has also been increased. Buy qualified property in the Katrina GO Zone for use in your business before December 31, 2007, and you may be entitled to expense an additional $100,000. Are you a student? Hope scholarship and lifetime learn- ing credits have been doubled when you attend Katrina GO Zone eligible colleges or universities in 2005 and 2006. Qualified costs include books and supplies as well as room and board. You can take advantage of the increased credits as either a new or returning student. Other tax relief is also available under the Act. Call if you would like more information about provisions that could apply to you. Karen M. Bodeving, CPA PC We’ve Moved to 564 N.E. E St. Grants Pass OR 97526 Phone: 479-3625 Grants Pass Office hours: 9 to 3 Mon. - Fri. Other hours by appointment
