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Port Orford News August 13, 2008 • Page 3 Viewpoints Letters to the editor: Honored to be asked ... Alan and I were honored to be asked to be the Grand Marshals of the Port Orford Jubilee this year. I would like to thank not only the Jubilee Committee for the wonderful experience but also those people who stopped us and con- gratulated us. We received many notes and letters and it was so heart warming to receive them. Our time in Port Orford has been special and we have so many wonderful memories over the years to take with us. Thank You! The Jubilee committee did a wonder- ful job of organizing this years Jubilee's events. I know how much hard work and personal effort t takes to make sure every event goes as planned. This year they had four event days and did a splendid job. The weather cooperated and the fire- works on the 4th were fantastic. We were able to experience two ways of seeing them. The fog created a soften- ing of each burst and then move away to give us our usual clear view as well. Where else but in Port Orford can we have fireworks that last for an hour! Again, a huge THANK YOU to TEAM JUBILEE. Brenda & Alan Mitchell, Port Orford Commend those who help ... I’d like to commend all the people who give of their time, energy and finances to work to make our commu- nity a worthwhile place to live. I am particularly writing to thank John Hewitt for his service on the Port Orford Library Foundation Board, the Port Orford Ocean Resource Team, the Oregon Solutions group (appointed by Gov. Kulongoski), the Port Orford stormwater management committee, the Public Works Committee, the Public Safety and Ordinance Committee and the position of city liai- son to the Port of Port Orford as well as city councilperson to Port Orford. For those people who spend their time in negative and destructive pur- suits, I say get a life and do something worthwhile. Mary Jane LaBelle, Port Orford A big thank you ... This is a big thank you to the LDS volunteers, who came to Port Orford to clean up our city parks and old jail. What a wonderful caring group of peo- ple to go out of their way to Make a Big Difference for us. Kudos also go to Jim Billings and the Parks Commission for coordinating this event. And I hear they are coming back to help again! While saying think uyou, I believe it also goes to all the businesses that painted and spruced up this summer. Maybe the beauty of the new libray inspired them; whatever it wasy, it also is making a big difference. Now to only get the Post Office and the dentist office painted. Sincerely; Mary Colozzi, Port Orford Why so much acrimony ... I am an Oregon resident, a Port Orford resident, I vote here, I pay lots of taxes to the State of Oregon. I am writing to inquire and perhaps start some dialogue as to why there is so much political acrimony in this small community. I am trying to under- stand what is the problem. Examples of this acrimony that come to mind most immediately are: 1. Problems associated with a police chief, whose reporting relationship is not to the town’s chief executive but to a legislative member! This is like the FBI Director Muller (part of executive branch of government) reporting to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House (Legislative branch). 2. Police officers that bring legal action (tort claims) against the City. 3. Police officers who attempt to interrogate members of the city council at public meetings. 4. City Council meetings that come close to being physical confrontations. I am also trying to understand why the citizenry here has a disagreement over every proposition to improve the city whether it’s a zoning matter, a new or repaired water deliver system, a small bond issue for a library (that was- n’t used anyway), a sign control ordi- nance or beautification project. I do understand that none of us likes to have our rice bowl rattled in the form of pos- sible small tax increases or other minor short term inconveniences however I woud suggest that when we have a vibrant and prosperous city we all ben- efit and we all benefit in the long run. Can’t we agree that we want a pros- perous and beautiful community? Can’t we agree that a large portion of the city budget should not be devoted to enforcement for those passing through? Can’t we agree thaty two or three or four failed businesses a year is not eco- nomically healthy for our community? Can’t we agree that numerous empty buldings are not good for our com- muity? Can’t we agree that incentives to investors to come to our commuity will benefit us all in the longer run? Can’t we agree on some elemental advertising sign conrol as a partial abatement of visual pollution. The City has the potential to be more that decaying storefronts and empty buldings and very little commerce. It’s had this potential for the seven years I have been coming here, but not much has changed. How about we skip the petty behav- ior. how about we have a “mission statement” for our town and let part of that mission statement be that we exclude what is not helpful and include what improves us all. Del Pelton, Port Orford Benefits of Home Rule ... One of the main benefits the Home Rule Charter will provide to the people of Port Orford, and Langlois would be for the first time they would have a guaranteed representative and a voice and seat on the Board of Commissioners. Our county is very diverse and the Charter creates five Commission dis- tricts, one of which consists of the See LETTERS, page 4 To be continued ... by Pastor Doug Jamieson T he old steps of the Battle Rock Junior High School can still be seen on the right as you head up the paved road south of the Savoy Theatre and on up the hill to the overlook. The old school, which has long since been torn down, as well as the gymnasium, is where many students attended their sixth through eighth grade years. Memories of those years often surface from my past, but I purposely choose to move on to other things. Still, they are memories which I use to help me understand the mind of a junior high student today. I remember the day my dad took me into Charlie Jensen's music store previously located on the north end of Port Orford, and asked me to pick out a musical instru- ment. My parents started me on piano les- sons in the third grade, but I tired of Doug Jamieson them quickly. Still wanting me to play some kind of instrument, they kept after me until I picked out a cornet (later I traded it in on a trumpet). It was exciting and new to sit in the band and hear all the different instruments playing together at once. I grew to love and appreciate the band. It became a place of escape from the rest of my homework filled world. I loved playing the cornet and surprisingly began to excel somewhat at it. In my sixth grade year at Battle Rock Junior High we had band tryouts for seating in all instruments. I didn't think much about it until the band director placed me in first chair. Apparently, the other two trumpet players who were in the seventh and eighth grades didn't like it very much. They didn't want an underclassman seated ahead of them. The eighth grader quit band and the seventh grader waited until after class one day when I was near the bleachers below the stage. There he came up to me and kicked me hard in the groin. I remember this surprised feeling and the pain as I crawled under the bleachers to hide and gather my senses. BRIEFS, from page 2 navigate through CFCU’s home banking and bill payer applica- tion. This same class was pre- sented in February in Brookings and was enjoyed by all who attended. The upcoming August class will be taught by CFCU employees Vincent Jaramillo, a CISCO certified Systems Analyst, and Lauren DiMella, who is regularly involved in Home Banking and Bill Pay functionalities. Both individuals currently educate at a profes- sional level. For information regarding the class or registration, contact your local branch, or call Lauren DiMella at (800) 237- 8064 ext. 1056. Space is limit- ed, sign up today! About Chetco Federal Credit Union: Chetco Federal Credit Union is a progressive, community chartered credit union with a strategic vision for the future. CFCU has provided over 50 years of service to 30,000 mem- bers; with eleven branches and over $330 million in assets. What did I do to deserve that? I decided rather than quit- ting, I would try even harder to learn to play the cornet and trumpet. No, I did not retaliate against that one person, and later, I just felt sorry for him. We don't talk about it very much, but students can be a bit cruel to one another. Now as I look back I wonder if there were any students that I have hurt in any way. I certainly would ask forgiveness. To hurt anyone by word or deed is never my intention. But, sometimes it can happen, usually out of misunderstand- ings. Perhaps something like this has happened in your past. Don't stop doing what is right because someone doesn't like it. Stand up for what you know is best and keep moving to that direction. To be cont'd ... Port Orford Garage CFCU is “Dedicated to Helping People” and serves members in the communities of Coos and Curry Counties, Oregon and Del Norte County, California. Pet of the Week 'Neath The Wind Realty, inc at the Curry County Animal Shelter 736 Hwy 101 Port Orford, Oregon Phone: 541.332.9463 (Wind) ‘Lady’ www.neaththewind.com RMLS Mon-Sat: 9-5 pm; Sundays by appt. only Ed Beck, Broker: 332-2046 Sara Clark, Broker GRI: 253-6888 Susan Eastman, Broker: 253-6336 Jamey Knapp, Broker: 290-7818 Joyce Spicer-Kinney, Broker GRI: 253-6198 Esther Winters, Broker GRI: 332-2021 RURAL HOME on 2 acres located between Port Orford and Bandon. This 1950's home is a 4 br, 2 ba., has a large landscaped yard and is on a well and septic system. Wood floors are in the living room and kitchen. The backyard is partially fenced with large fir trees covering approxi- mately half the property. $247,000 #273 Soccer practice to begin at Pacific High Photo by Diana Swenson High School Soccer practice begins Monday, August 18, 4-8 p.m. at Pacific High for Pacific and Bandon students. You will need a cur- rent physical, health insurance and signed paper- work. Bring water, running shoes, cleats and shin pads. For informa- tion, paperwork or questions please call coach Tom Swenson at 347- 2812 or 297-2355. In this file photo Shane OʼBrien, No. 4, is shown in action for the Pirates during a match last season. Church Directory St. Christopher Episcopal Church Lady is a six year old Beagle mix. She is gentle, quiet, lov- ing and a little shy. She would make a great dog for a senior or a family. Katie is a three year old Terrier mix. Sweet, obedient she would make a great family dog. Tuffy is a 6 year old Chocolate Lab mix. Intelligent, well trained, loving, he would make a great dog for a Senior or a fami- ly. He is happy with a gentle walk or sitting at your feet! Skeeter is a year old Pointer mix with only three legs. He is ener- getic and affectionate amd likes long runs on the beach. Pet of the Week is sponsored by the Port Orford News, private individuals & businesses. Anyone who would like to help sponsor Pet of the Week please call Matt Hall at (541) 260-3638. For adoption info call (541) 247-2514 Sponsored by Geoff Trotter of Florida Port Orford Christian Center Come celebrate the Lord with Pastor Doug Jamieson. Sunday Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. 417 Ninth St. (Behind Fun Zone) Sunday School ........9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning ....11 a.m. Sunday Evening ......5 p.m. Wed. Bible Study ....6:30 p.m. (541)332-0998 10th & Washington (541)332-2561 $33.95 Lube, Oil & Filter 1738 N. Oregon St. (541) 332-0494 See BRIEFS, page 4 Betty Sejlund, Principal Broker North Curry County St. John’s Catholic Church Sunday . . . . .8:30 a.m. Wed. . . . . . . . . .9 a.m. Hwy. 101 & 15th St. Port Orford, OR (541)253-6250 F irst C ommunity C hurch 2025 Jackson St. (541) 332-3664 Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Zion Lutheran Church Bible Study at 10 a.m., Worship at 11 a.m. “God’s work, our hands ...” Pastor Tim Carraher 2015 Washington (541)332-3581 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Port Orford Branch 20th & Jackson 332-5501 Langlois Community Church “Where the Word of God is Proclaimed” Pastor Rick House ◆ Youth Pastor Kyle Busenitz Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. ◆ Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m. ◆ Wed. Bible Study - 7 p.m. ◆ Nursery provided Hwy. 101 in Langlois ◆ (541) 348-2301
