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Page 4 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009 Discounts available for early Jo Co property tax payments By JOHN HARRELSON Josephine County Treasurer Taxable assessed value rose in Josephine County, while the market value de- clined from the previous fis- cal year. Additionally, the 2009- 10 property tax statements were to be mailed to Jose- phine County property own- ers last week. If the property tax bills are paid in full by the due date, there is a 3 percent dis- count. To receive a discount, payments must be post- marked on or before Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. Taxes also can be paid in three install- ments due Nov. 16, 2009; and Feb. 16 and May 17, 2010. Generally the assessed value of a property only can increase 3 percent from one Good Shepherd Lutheran Church In Mark, we learn that James and John ask Jesus to be treated as special, wanting to sit on either side of him in Heaven. Jesus advises that it is not his to grant, but, more im- portantly, “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” If Jesus came to this world to serve mankind, how much more important is it for us to realize our responsibility to serve those around us; the less- fortunate, poor, sick, hungry, and others? Calendar: Tuesdays, 3:59 p.m., Confirmation studies; Thursdays, 4 p.m., Good Shep- herd Singers rehearsal; Sun- days, 9:15 a.m., all-comers Sunday School followed by worship and Communion. Illinois Valley Pentecostals The Rev. & Mrs. Wendell Owens just returned from at- tending the United Pentecostal General Conference at St. Louis, Mo., where more than 12,000 attended. A crusade was held where approximately 550 received the Holy Spirit, and more than 155 took on the name of Jesus in Baptism. One highlight was the Foreign Missions service where more than $2 million was pledged to send 10 foreign missionaries immediately back to the fields of their labors. UPC now has missionaries in more than 191 countries. A new UPC superinten- year to the next. The required 3 percent increase is the result of Measure 50, a Constitu- tional amendment approved by Oregon voters in 1997. The measure required a roll- back of the 1997-98 assessed value to the 1995-96 level minus 10 percent. Each subsequent year, Measure 50 requires the maximum assessed value to increase by 3 percent unless it exceeds the real market value of the property. Thus, the assessed value of most prop- erties increases by 3 percent more than the prior year. There are exceptions, as if there is new construction, a new parcel, a new subdivision or removal of a special assess- ment, the assessed value may increase more than 3 percent. Properties are not reval- ued due to sales or transfers dent was selected after the Rev. Kenneth Haney served eight years. He will return to Stock- ton, Calif. to pastor with his son, Nathan Haney. The Rev. David Bernard will take the reins in January 2010. He has pastored in Austin, Texas and written many books. Seventh-day Adventist Church, Cave Junction The Madrone Adventist Elementary School will have its annual Holiday Pie Bake on Nov. 8. Hundreds of large sugar- free apple, apple/blackberry, and pumpkin pies will be made. The holiday pies can be ordered frozen or ready-to- bake by phoning 592-3330. Pies can be delivered free. The Social Committee had a lovely Saturday evening campfire on the Crescent City Beach with music and the spo- ken word. The delicious roast- ing food over the flames gave off a tantalizing odor. Every- one had an enjoyable evening. The Social Committee held a Harvest Party on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 15, with an old- fashioned hay ride, and a chili cook-off in which the men showed off their tasty chili recipes. The women baked pies that were auctioned, and the children made tea cookies. David & Brittany Sandvik, graduates of Walla Walla Uni- versity in College Place, Wash., gave their testimonies during the special Thursday evening prayer service at the church at 265 S. Old Stage Road. They are being spon- to a new owner. Measure 5, a constitu- tional amendment approved by Oregon voters in 1990, is still in effect. This amend- ment created a permanent limitation on property tax rates of $10 per $1,000 of real market value for general gov- ernment services, and $5 per $1,000 of real market value for education services, ex- cluding bonds. The total assessed value of taxable property has in- creased from $5,655,223,569 in 2008 to $5,908,491,176 as of Jan. 1, 2009, which repre- sents an increase of 4.48 per- cent. The city of Grants Pass taxable assessed value is up 3.93 percent. Cave Junction’s taxable assessed value is up 3.68 per- cent. Assessed values in Three Rivers School District sored by Adventist Frontier Missions, which sends young, dedicated couples to unreached people in distant lands. The Sandviks will leave for Northern India to work among the Hindu population. They are learning the language and preparing for the 10-year commitment. Prayers and fi- nancial support from Cave Junction will go with them. On Monday evenings, the Health and Cooking Class is held in the CJ Fellowship Hall of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Walk For Life group will start at 5:30 p.m. Appetizing vegan food will be served at 6 p.m. Food demonstrations will be given, and many interesting free hand-outs offered. Come and bring a friend. For more information on the classes, phone 597-4289. grew at a rate of 4.86 percent, while values in Grants Pass School District 7 grew at 3.99 percent. The market value (as defined by Measure 5) of taxable property decreased throughout Josephine County. The total market value for the tax year has decreased from $10,271,803,111 in 2008 to $9,182,833,828 in 2009, an 11.86 percent decrease. Although real market values have decreased gener- ally across the county, indi- vidual tax bills may not de- crease due to limitations im- posed in Measure 50 which separated the taxable value of a property from its real mar- ket value. Total tax levies, assess- ments and fees imposed countywide this year total $59,370,425.06, a 5.04 per- cent increase from last year. The per-acre charge for state fire patrol imposed by the state forester decreased to $1.2842 this year. This com- pares with $1.4010 per acre in 2008 and $1.1755 per acre for 2007. The surcharge for improvements on forestland protected by the forest protec- tion district decreased from $71.47 to $47.50. More information re- garding this special assess- ment from the Oregon Dept. of Forestry can be obtained at www. oregon.gov/odf. There are no new levies this year, although two local options were renewed. Voters in the city of Grants Pass ap- proved a two-year local op- tion levy of $1.79 and the Wolf Creek Fire Protection District passed a four-year local option at a reduced rate of 69-cents per $1,000 in as- sessed value. The property tax bill also serves as a “notice of change of assessed value” from the assessor. Property owners who disagree with the values shown have several rights of appeal. Property owners who desire more information are encouraged to contact the Office of County Assessor at 474-5260 or the Tax Collec- tor’s Office at 474-5175. Both offices are in the base- ment of the courthouse in Grants Pass. Assessor Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. RCC building leads to “green” donation Rogue Community Col- lege received a $10,000 dona- tion on Friday, Oct. 2, from Mark Knouff of Mark Knouff Homes, and Jorge Sotelo of Evergreen Federal Bank. The donation derives from the sale proceeds of an “EcoCational House,” an en- vironmentally friendly house that meets Earth Advantage requirements. Students learned about green building construction techniques while erecting the house. RCC students and Mark Knouff Homes constructed the house in Eagle Point, with sponsorship by the Home Builders Association of Jack- son County. The funds will support a scholarship for con- struction technology students. “This project has been an incredible experience for our students,” said Ralph Hender- son, RCC Construction Tech- nology Dept. head. “They have gained valuable hands- on experience. “These funds will help students who are struggling to complete their construction education.” CAVES CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Jeremy Nehf PO Box 293 Cave Junction, OR 97523 541-287-7862 Email: nehfilim@gmail.com Sunday Service - 10:30 a.m. Lorna Byrne Middle School Gym, 101 S. Junction Ave., CJ * * * GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH East River Street & Lewis Court, CJ Pastor Don Torala Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Tuesday Youth group - 6 p.m. Church Phone: 592-2290 VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 498 Laurel Road, CJ P.O. Box 1248 Pastor Les Knapp Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship Service - 11 a.m. evfree@frontiernet.net 592-6160 * * * TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH 10300 Takilma Road, Takilma Pastor Dan Robinson Bible Study / Prayer Time 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. * * * BRIDGEVIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH 5181 Holland Loop, CJ 592-3923 Pastor Frank Salerni “We celebrate God’s Presence in our lives!” Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. * * * FOUNTAIN OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 451 S. Junction Ave., CJ 592-3956 Pastor Mark McLean Sunday School - 10 a.m. Morning Worship - 11 a.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m. Wednesday - 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study CALVARY FELLOWSHIP OF CAVE JUNCTION meeting at Evergreen Elementary School 520 W. River St., CJ Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Pastor Pat Henderson 592-3092 * * * SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 265 S. Old Stage Rd., CJ Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Saturday Church Service 11 a.m. Saturday Prayer & Praise 7 p.m. Tuesday Pastor Verne Hyland Church 592-3218 Everyone Welcome Madrone Adventist School 592-3330 Senior Nutrition Menu Sponsored by Meals are served in the Cave Junction County Bldg. 592-2126, 955-8839 FRIDAY, OCT. 23 CHICKEN POMODORO Fresh zucchini, mixed vegetables, onion bread, tapioca pudding MONDAY, OCT. 26 MACARONI & CHEESE Escalloped tomatoes, Oregon bean medley, rye bread, pineapple crisp WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 MEATLOAF WITH GRAVY Sour cream & chive potatoes, steamed spinach, herb bread, Joy’s applesauce cookie ILLINOIS VALLEY PENTECOSTALS 987 Caves Hwy., CJ 541-592-4716 or 218-2792 Sunday - 2:30 p.m. * * * IMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 Watkins St., CJ Phone 592-3876 Pastor Charles Chase Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m. Child-care for small children Web Page: http://UMCImmanuel.org * * * ST. PATRICK OF THE FOREST CATHOLIC CHURCH 407 W. River St., CJ 592-3658 Fr. William Holtzinger, Pastor Mass - Saturday 5:30 p.m. No Sunday Mass Holy Days TBA Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday - 4:30 to 5 p.m. * * * THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 209 S. Junction Ave., CJ Sacrament Meet - 9 a.m. Sunday School - 10:20 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Soc. - 11:10 a.m. Bishop John A. “Jack” Brown 1st Counselor Bob Knott 2nd Counselor Dan Fiske www.goodshepherdlutheraniv.org * * * COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH Evangelical Pastor Dave Gordon 113 S. Caves Ave., CJ Office: 592-3896 Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Christian Academy Pre-K to 12th grade Awana - Wednesdays - 6 p.m. * * * FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF SELMA 18285 Redwood Hwy., Selma 597-4169 Pastor Monty Pope Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship - 11 a.m. Sr. Teacher: Mrs. Amy Whitchurch 592-6604 * * * ILLINOIS VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH 102 S. Redwood Hwy., CJ Pastor Frank J. Matz, Jr. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m. Women’s Bible Study Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. www.illinoisvalleybaptistchurch.org Phone: 541-592-6149
