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11A THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016 Port: System at Tongue Point will cost $60,000 Seaside: Public safety is North Tongue Point Continued from Page 1A Knight said there is also renewed interest from Asto- ria Forest Products, which processes and stores logs on Pier 3 and transports them to Pier 1 for export, in help- ing with the system. The log exporter had initially seemed willing to help but broke off talks with the Port when issues around a requirement to use union labor to trans- port logs between the piers lared up. Knight said Astoria Forest Products has started absorb- ing the cost of the “ghost rid- ers” who ride in the passen- ger seat of log trucks as they travel between piers, a con- dition of labor agreements the Port has with the Interna- tional Longshore and Ware- house Union. The Port had been forced to subsidize the longshore labor to keep log exports rolling. Astoria Forest Products uses private contractors to transport logs, but Knight said the company is looking into acquiring its own trucks, which longshoremen would drive. The Daily Astorian/File Photo Robert Evert, permit and project manager for the Port of As- toria, collects samples along Pier 2. The Port is required to have a stormwater treatment system after experiencing high amounts of copper in storm runoff into the Columbia River. Cleansing shells The Port contracted envi- ronmental consulting irm Maul Foster Alongi to design the stormwater system. The plan is to create a bioswale with settling ponds to remove suspended solids from runoff, and a gabion cage illed with oyster, crab, clam and other shells to help ilter out metals. Shells have a high concentration of calcium carbonate, which when released into water helps absorb and precipitate metals. Ada Banasik, an environ- mental engineer with Maul Foster Alongi, told the Port Commission Tuesday she is researching whether dredge spoils sitting in mounds on Pier 3 can be used to build an embankment for the settling ponds. But the dredge spoils need to be tested for copper and how well the material will compact. The project could cost around $1 million if the Port can use the existing soils, she said, but much more if not. The Port Commission approved two work orders Tuesday with Maul Foster Alongi. One, for $24,600, will help complete engi- neering and bidding for the central waterfront project. Another, for $20,000, will help pave the way for another stormwater collection sys- tem the Port recently learned it has to implement at North Tongue Point, also by the end of June. Knight said the Port received notice mid-March that Tongue Point had received high copper read- ings during the same period of time as the central water- front. Disparities between reports from the lab and to the state kept the problem unknown, he said, but placed an identical timeline on the Port to install stormwater treatment at Tongue Point. The system at Tongue Point will cost about $60,000, Knight said, and mostly revolve around improving the facility’s catch basins with shells and other methods to keep metals from leaching into the river. Mother’s Day May 8th Unique gifts for every mom the city’s No. 1 expense Continued from Page 1A The reason is completion of work on North Holladay Drive. “Next year we don’t have a North Holladay project, so the amount of expenditure is going to go down by $3.4 million.” Winstanley said. An improved economy has helped the city build up reserves, he said, and community devel- opment — building and plan- ning departments — moved into the black a year ahead of schedule. “Financially we’re in much better shape,” he said. “When the economy tanked in 2008, it caused signiicant problems not only for the private sector, but for the public sector also. We’re back in a position where our reserves are pretty good and we don’t have to worry if there’s a downtick.” Public safety remains the city’s No. 1 expense, Winstan- ley said. The Seaside Police Depart- ment’s proposed budget of $3.4 million represents the largest portion of the $4.4 million Pub- lic Safety total. Fire Depart- ment expenditures are about $731,000, with lifeguard and courts costs completing the sum. The preliminary budget sets aside about $225,000 for the Bob Chisholm Community Cen- ter Main Hall refresh, Winstan- ley said, with another $80,000 of the project cost coming from the partnering Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District. Capital projects Two major capital proj- ects loom on the city’s horizon — the Avenue U Bridge and a proposed Seaside Civic and Convention Center renovation — but the impact will not be felt in the new year’s budget. Representatives of the con- vention center went before the City Council in April with plans for a $15 million upgrade to accommodate more guests and update facilities. That renovation is not in the budget as councilors have yet to weigh in on the plan. “They might say we’re not prepared to do a renovate, in which case it doesn’t require any budget adjustment,” Win- stanley said. If the city does approve a project, costs could be paid “a number of ways,” including a bond, he said. The city is in the design phase to replace the Avenue U Bridge at an expected cost of about $3.5 million, Win- stanley said, as Seaside awaits responses for federal or state funding. “My experience is that a lot of times when the federal government starts passing down money, ODOT (Oregon Depart- ment of Transportation) says, ‘If you’ve got a project ready to go, we’ve got some funding.’” But, he added, “I don’t know if they’re going to give us any at all.” Other factors The city has budgeted $27,000 from its general fund for donations and contributions. Where those funds are headed will be the subject of future Budget Committee meetings. While cigarette taxes gener- ate $7,000 in revenue and the city receives $1,800 in liquor license fees, taxes from the city’s three cannabis dispensaries will not be budgeted next year. “The state of Oregon has been fairly clear on this,” Win- stanley said. “They’re going to keep it all until they decide that they’re going to pass some of it down. I’m going to wait for them to pass it down before I start budgeting money for it.” Help young kids get new clothes tonight The Daily Astorian For all of our Favorite Moms Mother’s Day Dinner Specials 1/2 off When accompanied We are of ering Mom’s by her Family on any of these special Mother’s Day entrees Italian Sausage Chicken Tortellini Chicken Cordon Bleu Surf & Turf (sirloin & razor clams) Grill Prawn Caesar Salad Mother ’ s Day brunch buffet Served from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • Seafood Benedict • Eggs Benedict • Belgium Waffles • Cinnamon Roll French Toast • Potatoes O’Brien • Bacon • Sausage • Blackened Salmon w/ Lime Chive Aioli • Salmon Olympic • Tortellini Alfredo • Pistachio Crusted Chicken • Smoked Seafood Chowder • Assorted Salads • Assorted Pastries Flambé Fruit Crepes ~ Made to Order! Adults $23.00 • Children under 12 $13.00 Add a bottomless glass of champagne for $4 per person Mother’s Day Dinner • 3:00pm-9:00pm PRESENT THIS AD AND M OTHER’S E AT F OR ⁄ 2 P RICE A LL D AY 1 1105 COMMERCIAL ST • ASTORIA • 503.338.6640 COUPON OPEN MONDAYS starting Memorial Day Fine Dining Casual, yet elegant Buy 1 Entree & Get 2nd 1/2 PRICE Seafood • Steaks Pasta • Salads • Chowder Hey Guys… Don’t forget SUNDAY, MAY 8 th Become a ‘Smart Driver’ The Daily Astorian Reservations Recommended From 2:00 - 9:00 pm 503-738-7009 • 2427 S. Roosevelt Hwy 101 South • Next to Motel 6 WARRENTON — Parents and Teachers Helping Students (PATHS) is sponsoring a fund- raiser for the Warrenton Grade School Clothing Closet, featur- ing LuLaRoe clothing, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the school, 820 S.W. Cedar Ave. Bring a gently used pair of tennis shoes for a chance to win a $50 gift certiicate. LuLaRoe is a Califor- nia-made line of clothing that specializes in women’s and girl’s dresses, skirts, tops and leggings that are designed to be comfort- able and classic, itting every budget and body. Clothing can be purchased for the family, or to donate directly to the closet. Each purchase earns up to $6 back. The event also includes a photo booth, light refreshments and a fashion show. valid 5/9/16- forever Lunch or Dinner www.silversalmongrille.com Happy Mother’s Day MOMS Eat For 1/2 Price On Sunday, May 8 th Plus Complimentary Non-Alcoholic Beverage AARP is holding a “ Smart Driver ” class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A in Seaside. Register through Clatsop Community College at 503-338-2408. The class includes a 45-minute break for lunch, and two short breaks. Those attend- ing should come early to get the paperwork done. Upcoming classes are: June 3 at Columbia Memorial Hos- pital Columbia Center Chinook Room, 2021 Marine Drive; and July 20 at the Bob Chisolm Community Center. Register at 503-338-2408 for either class. These courses are designed for seniors age 50 and older, but anyone can attend. Oregon state law provides for a discount on auto insurance premiums for completing this course. The cost for the class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers, payable at the start of class with checks made payable to AARP . For information, contact John Benson at 503-738-5925 or bensonsbend@gmail.com ANNIVERSARY W EEKEND S PECIAL Seafood & Grill MOMS EAT FOR 1/2 PRICE! $ 69 ALL FOOD C ALL DAY INCLUDES ONE COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGE Not Valid with other coupons, promotions or happy hour Seaside 505 Broadway • (503) 738-3773 Warrenton 103 Hwy. 101 • (503) 861-2839 Long Beach 3DFLÀF6 www.doogersseafood.com Full Bar Menu OPEN 11AM DAILY 20 N. 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