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5B THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2017 Congress debates oil drilling in largest US wildlife refuge By DAN JOLING Associated Press ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Sometime next April, preg- nant cows in the Porcupine Caribou Herd in Canada will take the lead in an annual migration of nearly 200,000 animals north to Alaska. From winter grounds in Canada’s Yukon Territory, the caribou traveling in small and large groups will cross rivers and gaps in the mighty Brooks Range on the 400-mile jour- ney. Their destination is the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, a strip of flat tundra between the mountains and Arctic Ocean. The plain provides food and a vantage point from which caribou can spot pred- ators from far away. But beneath the lichens and cot- ton grass, there’s a hidden resource: crude oil. Opening the coastal plain to petroleum drilling, with the hope for jobs and new oil for the trans-Alaska pipe- line, has stood as a goal of every Alaska governor and the state’s members of Con- gress for three decades. And the opportunity is rising again in federal budget discussions. Congressional Repub- licans are pushing for ref- uge drilling with a projected $1 billion from lease sales to help pay for President Don- ald Trump’s proposed tax cut. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Commit- tee on Wednesday advanced the drilling measure. Chair- woman Lisa Murkowski, a Republican U.S. senator, says oil production later would bring in much more revenue. For three decades, envi- ronmental groups have fought opening oil development on the plain —home to musk oxen and polar bear dens. “What this bill would do is turn America’s last great wilderness into a lost wil- derness,” said Adam Kolton, executive director of the Alaska Wilderness League. The refuge begins at the Arctic Ocean with salt marshes, barrier islands and beaches and transitions to the treeless coastal plain. About 25 miles from the ocean, the Brooks Range rises, pro- viding spectacular vistas and habitat for Dall sheep, wolves and grizzlies. The Arctic National Wild- life Refuge was created in 1960 during President Dwight Eisenhower’s admin- istration. Congress in 1980 expanded the refuge to nearly the size of South Carolina with the provision that 2,300 square miles of the coastal plain be studied for natural resources. The U.S. Geological Sur- vey estimates the plain holds 10.4 billion barrels of oil, which Murkowski calls North America’s greatest prospect for conventional petroleum production. Murkowski has promoted legislation limiting drill pads and other infrastructure to 2,000 acres. But, while exploratory wells could be drilled only when caribou are not present, production would bring a web of drill pads con- nected by roads and pipelines. Matthew Rexford grew up in the Inupiat Eskimo village of Kaktovik on a Beaufort Sea barrier island, the only village within the refuge. His people for centuries have survived on caribou, fish and bow- head whales, he said, but were brought out of starvation and third-world conditions by oil development at nearby Prud- hoe Bay. Tax revenue to the local borough, Alaska’s equivalent of a county, provided money for schools, clinics and ame- nities taken for granted else- where such as indoor plumb- ing. Rexford supports drilling in portions of the coastal plain. CLASSIFIEDINDEX classifieds NOTICES MARINE Special Notices ............................. 104 Boats for Sale................................. 251 Public Notices ............................... 107 Boating Parts & Accessories ..... 254 Announcements .......................... 110 Boats Wanted ................................ 257 Boat Trailers ................................... 260 PERSONALS Marine Supplies & Equip. .......... 266 Lots & Found ................................. 181 Boat/RV Storage ........................... 269 Personals ........................................ 184 Fund-raisers ................................... 188 RVs & Trailers RVs & Travel Trailers ............ 301-307 AUTOMOTIVE Campers, Utility Trailers .... 310-313 Antiques/Classic Vehicles ......... 201 Automobiles .................................. 204 REAL ESTATE SUVs/Trucks .......................... 207-210 Open Houses ................................. 501 4WD .................................................. 213 For Sale ................................... 504-513 Vans .................................................. 216 Lots & Acreage .............................. 516 ATVs/Motorcycles ........................ 219 Income Property .......................... 519 Truck/Auto Parts .......................... 222 Manufactured Homes ................ 522 Detailing ......................................... 225 Commercial Property ................. 525 Tires & Wheels ............................... 228 Real Estate Wanted ..................... 531 107 Public Notices The City of Astoria’s Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for tree removal and replacement work in our parks. Qualified contractors may contact Jonah Dart-McLean, Parks Maintenance Supervisor, at jdart@astoria.or.us or (503)298-2467 to obtain the full solicitation and work details. Occasionally other companies make telemarketing calls off classified ads. These companies are not affiliated with The Daily Astorian and customers are under no obligation to participate. If you would like to contact the attorney general or be put on the do not call list, here are the links to both of them Complaint form link: http://www.doj.state.or.us/ finfraud/ Go. Do. coastweekend.com dining • the arts • music shopping • museums • classes • movies gardening • news • blogs • more WE DELIVER! Please leave a light on or install motion detector lights to make your carrier’s job easier. Thanks! THE DAILY ASTORIAN 251 Boats for Sale RENTALS Properties for Rent ............. 601-613 Rooms & Roommates................. 616 Commercial Rental ...................... 619 Vacation Rentals .......................... 622 Storage Space ............................... 628 Wanted to Rent ............................ 634 RV/Mobile Home Space ............ 637 PETS/LIVESTOCK 2017 27 LOA Xtaero XT24DV Long Cabin Twin Outboard New semi-custom aluminum builder seeks demo owner on OR, WA, CA coast to showcase newest twin outboard model. Features stand up helm, deep cockpit, welded self bailing deck, deep-vee design. Outstanding Alaska customer reviews. Visit www.xtaeroboats.com for more information. Tacoma, WA. Call 907-342-2141 Help Wanted .................................. 651 APPLIANCES & EQUIP. Work Wanted ................................. 652 Tools & Heavy Equipment ........ 851 Lawn & Garden Equipment ...... 854 SERVICES Appliances ..................................... 860 Childcare/Adult Care .................. 661 Medical Equip. & Supply ........... 866 Services ........................................... 664 Farm Equipment .......................... 923 504 Homes for Sale House 4 bed, 2.5 bath home on 1/3 acre in city. Minutes from schools & town. Custom built & thoughtfully designed. All walls constructed w/earthquake bracing. 2 full wood burning FP. LR w/vaulted ceiling. Formal office+library. Wooden feature walls. Barn wood entrance. Huge master suite w/private patio. Formal dining+kitchen eating nook. Multiple decks, indoor sauna w/shower. Full 2 car garage or potential shop. Designated 3-4 additional parking cove. Quiet dead end street. Schedule a showing today! $282,900. MLS#17666098 Lea Chitwood. 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Classified Ads work hard for you! 110 Announcements 110 Announcements HAPPY Thanksgiving OUR OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, NOV. 23, 2017 Classifieds: Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017 Deadline Wed., Nov. 22, 2017 11am Classifieds: Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 Deadline Wed., Nov. 22, 2017 1pm T HE D AILY A STORIAN 503-325-3211 503-325-3211 or 800-781-3211 x231 Email: classifieds@dailyastorian.com Web: www.dailyastorian.com HELP WANTED W E URGE YOU TO PATRONIZE THE LOCAL 301 RVs & Travel Trailers CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD Fuel, Heating & Firewood ......... 807 Furniture & HH Goods ................ 810 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES TV & Electronics ........................... 811 Business Opportunities ............. 643 Antiques & Collectibles ............. 813 Business for Sale .......................... 644 Jewelry ............................................ 814 Arts & Crafts ................................... 816 SPECIALTY SERVICES T HE D AILY A STORIAN S PECIALTY S ERVICES . T O PLACE YOUR S PECIALTY S ERVICES AD , CALL 325-3211. DANIELLE MISCELLANEOUS 15ft long duck boat. G3 Boat, 15HP Honda, full camo, with galvanized trailer with big tires, used 3 times, like new. $5850.00 Call 503-728-3562 18ft Boston Whaler Great for crabbing and fishing, unsinkable, canvas cover bimini, Quick Release dual axle trailer, great shape, no motor. $15,500 Manzanita Call 207-610-4967 WE GETRESULTS Animal Boarding .......................... 701 Feed-Hay-Grain ............................ 704 Pets & Supplies ............................. 710 Horses & Tack ................................ 713 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “Any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD at 1(800)669-9777. The toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1(800)927-9275. 525 Commercial Property Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 800 SF and up. Starting at $.50/SF and up. (503)440-6945 604 Apartments Seaside: Riverview, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Washer/dryer, carport. $875 per month+deposit. DNC Rental Properties (503)791-2855 Astoria, 222 Alameda. 1 bedroom $650-$700+deposit. Hot water included. No pets/smoking. References. 503-680-4210 THE DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADS is 1 p.m. the day before your ad is scheduled to run 613 Houses CLEAN 3-LARGE BEDROOMS 2-BATH Family Room/Dining Room Lease. $1,100/month includes Range/Fridge/DW, WD Hookups/WSG Screening Required. No Pets 132 Stringtown Rd Sp 4 360-949-2292. 619 Commercial Rental Two great retail spaces for rent separate or together 402SF+303SF 255 N. Hemlock. Next to Distillery. Cannon Beach, OR. 360-608-3109 651 Help Wanted Head Start Openings Seaside: Teacher and Assistant Teacher Astoria: Assistant Teacher Warrenton: Teachers, Assistant Teachers & Family Advocate Visit: www.nworheadstart. org for more information and an application. Current opening for an experienced pick up mechanic. Benefits-medical dental, 401k. Benefits after probationary period. Please apply Monday-Friday 8am-4pm at 45 Elochoman Valley Road, Cathlamet, WA Mail resume to Jerry Debriae Logging Inc Po box 182 Cathlamet, Wa 98612 Fax resume to 360-795-3847 Cashier/Clerk Looking for full-time and part-time employees. Accepting application for honest, friendly, self-motivated. Starting pay $11 per hour. Benefits for full-time employment after 6 Months. Pre Employment Drug screening required. Applications available at Bud’s RV in Gearhart 4412 Hwy. 101 North Gearhart, OR 97138 Program Assistant II – TRIO Student Support Services: Grant funded, 1000 hour per year position. View job description/qualifications and apply on-line at our web site www.clatsopcc.edu. Applications must be submitted by November 28, 2017. Call the Office of Human Resources at Clatsop Community College 503 338-2406 if application assistance is needed. AA/EOE SERVICE & DELIVERY TECH Ferrellgas is looking for a full time Service & Delivery Tech in Long Beach, WA. Requirements: HS Diploma, previous install work, plumbing or gas fitting license. pref., Class A or B CDL w/hazmat/tanker Apply online at Ferrellgas.com/Careers EOE/AAP/M/F/D/V All classifieds require pre-payment 651 Help Wanted Client Service Representative We are looking for an energetic individual, with multi-tasking abilities and great customer service skills to join our team. Salary DOE, competitive benefit package, vacation. Send resumes to: sseppa@knutsenins.com or PO Box 657, Astoria, OR 97103 651 Help Wanted Customer Service Representative/data entry/ dispatcher wanted for local oil distributer. Full-time position with benefits. Must have phone and data entry skills. Starting wage $13.00-$13.50/hour. Resume to P.O. Box 1068 Astoria, OR 97103 Make a Social Impact at Tongue Point Job Corps! School Bus Drivers $15.00/hr $500 sign-on bonus (Requires CDL w/passenger endorsement) Cafeteria Attendant $12.00/hr Join our team! EOCF/Long Beach Head Start · Center Director (Licensed Facility) · Classroom Aide · Spanish Interpreter · Substitute Bus Driver https://eocfwacareers. applicantpool.com/jobs/ Bergeman Construction is seeking a well-qualified professional to join our team. We are seeking to fill a lead man and laborer position within our company. Must be reliable, team player, great attitude and a positive influence. We do all structural aspects of construction both commercial and residential, as well as structure moving, deep foundations, welding, excavation, framing and concrete. We offer competitive wage, 401k and medical. Contact us at 503-325-4557 email- bergemanoffice@gmail.com 92319 Youngs River Rd, Astoria, OR 97103 CASH buyers are reading your classified ad. 651 Help Wanted For job information and to apply: www.mtcjobs.com Questions? Call 503-338-4961 MTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/ Veteran MTC Values Diversity! Tongue Point Job Corps Center is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. Join the Lum’s Team! We are growing and hiring GREAT team members for the following positions: *Sales Associates *Lot Porter *Express Lube Tech *Certified Technician *Detail Tech Seeking great customer service skills with awesome attitude! Will train! Valid driver’s license required. We offer vacation, health benefits, 401K and much more. Proudly a drug-free workplace. Apply at 1605 SE Ensign Lane Warrenton, OR or http://www.lumsautocenter. com/employment 651 Help Wanted Looking for a growing organization with full benefits? Do you have a People Helping People philosophy? Check us out! We are currently hiring the following positions here on the coast: Member Consultants in Astoria and Warrenton Virtual Teller in Astoria Commercial Loan Processor in Astoria Member Service Manager in Warrenton Enjoy an opportunity to serve your community, competitive wages, generous incentives, great benefits and a caring, fun work environment. To see all our current career opportunities, please visit us online at www.waunafcu.org, click on About and then choose Careers. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. Equal Opportunity to include Disability & Vets.