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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, April 12, 2017
I was brought up in a household in Phoenix, Arizona that
followed the “Rugged Individualism” theory. When my family
members had problems, they turned to each other for help, not
the government. We had guns in our home for protection and
as a small-business owner my father always avoided paying
more taxes and was distrustful about government spending
because we already paid our fair share. I remember as a child
I had to give up my room for my uncle and his wife for a time,
because he was out of work and was looking for a job. My
family members worked hard and we took care of ourselves,
so I understand some of the reasons why members of our
community are so opposed to paying more taxes.
I have to admit that I have voted, “No,” on many of the
previous law enforcement levies. But at this particular time in
space, living in Cave Junction, I feel we need to rally together
as a community. There are not enough volunteers to go around
for us to be able to take care of our own crime problems.
Volunteerism is down in our fire department, sheriff’s office
and service clubs. And, CJ Patrol does not have enough
volunteers to cover the early morning shifts when most of the
crime in Cave Junction is occurring.
The downtown business community in Cave Junction is
being hit every night by thieves. I worry the businesses are
Her life in
the Valley
of Riches
by Laura Mancuso,
editor
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Reader says we need cops but
vote no
Once upon a time when a town had
too many crazies, petty thieves and robbers,
the merchants and citizens got together and
decided how much they wanted to pay and
could afford. Then bought a couple badges
and hired a local tough guy to walk the
streets at night and catch the bad guys. If the
sheriff needed a hand, the town folk were
his back-up crew.
Now-a-days the sheriff lives in a far off
city. With a big fancy expensive prison to
run. Now these highly paid sheriffs swear it
cost $110,000 a year per patrolman to drive
around in a car in the day time. They swear
thieving and robbery is a low priority crime.
Their job is to maintain order and control
citizens. That also means protecting the
crazies, petty thieves and robbers. Giving
them legal aid, a safe healthy prison to live
in then food stamps, probation and paroled
back into the community they offended in.
Until Cave Junction actually has a
patrol man or two walking the streets at
night the vandalism, petty thieving, robbery
and street crazies will continue to happen at
night. Like they have always happened since
the beginning of time.
Trying to reinvent the wheel and
throwing more and more money at the
problem is not going to make it go away.
Folks, it’s not rocket science just plain
common sense. Cave Junction just needs a
night watch walking the streets at night.
Local government will never let it
happen. They lose control i.e.…tax dollars.
End of story, Cave Junction is stuck with the
going to give up and leave, one-by-one. Even though I live
way outside of the city limits and feel very safe in my own
home, I enjoy coming to town to work, play and eat. I can’t
imagine having to go to Grants Pass every time I needed
something. I love our small town. What would my life be like
without having a Taylor’s Chuck Burger or shopping for a
new skirt at Wright’s World Emporium?
So, before you just automatically vote, “No” on the latest
law enforcement levy, please consider reading the new levy,
this one is more specific with where the funds will go. And,
please attend one of the forums being held in our community
hosted by the Illinois Valley Public Safety Task Force
that have the sheriff and fire chief present to answer your
questions and concerns. I have been assured that the forums
will be a nonintrusive place for discussion. The forums are
listed in “Save the date” on this page. I have listened to them
and have decided that I am voting, “Yes” on both public
safety levies.
streets run by street crazies and petty thieves
from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. every night with a
closed sheriff’s office and an empty jail.
Also, there is endless tax referendums
to raise taxes for more drive thru sheriff
patrols that will not stop the problem
because the law enforcement sheriff
believes thieves, robbers and vandalism is
a low priority crime that they don’t have
money or time for. Just say no more taxes!
Vote No!
Mark Wichers
Cave Junction
Mistaken identity
Contrary to common misperception,
I wasn’t the hardworking house mover
creeping along Lakeshore Drive Sunday. In
fact, the owner pulled it off himself and did
a masterful job.
I did traipse along and even tried to
help a few times, but except for a couple
of tight spots it went well and Jon deserves
a big atta-boy. At 32 feet wide and 84 feet
long, it was a tough request.
Janet Clair Galland for cosmetology. She mostly
of Cave Junction died March
28, 2017 at home.
Janet was the daughter
of RB and Joan Lewis and
beloved wife to Bryce W.
Gallnad of nearly 43 years.
She was mother of Heather
and Corey Galland. She also
had her pride and joy, great-
grandsons, Quincy and Co-
rey Joe Jr.
Janet was a high school
graduate from Hellgate High
School in Missoula, Mo.
where she also completed a
certified diploma program
used her cosmetology on her
friends and family. Janet’s
passion was working in her
trade field of cosmetology
and also making handmade
jewelry, crocheting, embroi-
dery, creating art in every
medium of oil paint, chalk
and water color. Janet also
loved to cook great food,
feast-sized to entertain and
she was a great homemaker.
Janet will be sorely
missed by all she came in
contact with, as she touched
many hearts.
Paul Weller
Cave Junction
Publishers note: In the March 29, edition
of the Illinois Valley News, a photo cut-
line stated Paul Weller was driving a truck
hauling a building on Lake Shore Drive.
It was not Mr. Weller but John Pope who
was the driver. Mr. Weller was called in for
assistance afterwards. We regret the error.
djm
Dear Editor,
Fellow Oregonians it is time to ask for
police officers to enforce our current laws
instead of simply hiring more. I read weekly
of people being stopped, especially in the
I.V. and only getting a warning. It is time
to teach people about responsibility and
accountability. Impound their cars, make
roads and our communities safer! I believe
there would be less crime and criminals
if public safety officers enforced the laws
we have instead of giving warnings. Is it
too much energy or time to write a ticket?
Please enforce the laws we have and you
have sworn to uphold.
Sincerely,
Chris Matthews, RN
Cave Junction
Marie,
April 13, 60 years to the day . . .
I do, always have, and always will love you.
Thanks for it,
David
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Save the date
April 12, 13 & 17
Public Safety Levy Forums
Sheriff Dave Daniel and Fire
Chief Dennis Hoke will explain the
proposed levy budgets, the state of
the Sheriff’s Department and the
Fire District, and answer residents’
questions.
Wednesday, April 12, 6 p.m.
Takilma Community Building If
you can, please bring $1 per person
for room rental.
Thursday, April 13, 6 p.m Sel-
ma Community Center
Monday, April 17, 6 p.m Brid-
geview Community Church
Hosted by the Illinois Valley
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Daniel J. Mancuso, Publisher
Public Safety Task Force under the
20/20 Strategic Plan. Call Kate at
541-787-5283 for directions and
more information.
April 13
CJ Lions meeting. Your Co-Ed
and Family Lion’s Club Thursday,
April 13. New time 6 p.m. River
Valley Restaurant.
April 14 & 15
RiverStars Performing Arts
presents: CAVETOWN UNDER-
GROUND-a modern retelling of
the tale of Orpheus and Eurydice
set in the Illinois Valley.
April 14 and 15, 7 p.m. Lorna
Byrne Middle School 101 S. Junc-
tion Ave., Cave Junction
Pay what you can. Doors open
at 6:30 p.m. Join us for Post Show
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activities:April 14: for a gratitude
reception and cake to thank our
partners, donors, and parents. April
15: for a conversation with the
performers. Questions? Call 541-
649-2333 or email IV.RiverStars@
gmail.com.
April 19
April 15
Library Special District Q &
A. Please join us for a question and
answer session about Measure 17-
79 that will form a library district
in Josephine County.
Wednesday, April 19 at 4 p.m.
I.V. Branch 209 W Palmer St, CJ
541-592-4778
I.V. Emergency Prepare Fair,
Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
at I.V. High School. Let the experts
teach you how to prepare for a di-
saster. Free admission and emergen-
cy supplies, booths, presentations,
planning tools, kids’ activities, and
concession stand open. Sponsored
by I.V. Fire District, IVCDO &
CERT. Call 541-294-1598, email
IVPrepareFair@yahoo.com or visit
Facebook page at IVPrepareFair.
The Cave Junction Farmers’
Market opens on Friday, April 21
and will happen every Friday from
4-7 p.m. through Friday, Sept. 22,
2017. The CJ Farmers’ Market
offers local farmers, food produc-
ers, and artisans a venue to sell the
fruits of their labors. The Market
invites everyone to come out and
support our local farmers and
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artists. The Market is located in
the parking lot of Jubilee Park (S
Junction Ave and Watkins Streets)
adjacent to the children’s play-
ground.
April 22
The IV Senior Center is having
a Spaghetti Feast Fundraiser. Start-
ing at 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. we will be
serving spaghetti, salad, bread and
drinks for $7. There will be a table
with desserts for sale. You may buy
tickets early at the Center located
at 520 E. River St., Cave Junction.
For more info call: 541/592-6888.
This fundraiser is for our building
fund and is OPEN TO THE PUB-
LIC.
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