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    November 25, 1987, Portland Observer, Page 9
Federal Express
G iv e n P o rtla n d -
Tokyo Sm all
Package
Approval
Local
Economy
Strong in
October
W.E. Hunter, Oregon Employ­
ment Divison Administrator, an­
nounced that October was an ex­
cellent month for Oregon's eco­
nomy. "Strength was evident in
almost all sectors," he said, "w ith
the few negative events linked more
to weather conditions than to eco­
nomic factors.
The seasonally adjusted u n ­
employment rate crept up by one-
tenth, the fifth straight monthly
increase However, in nine months
of decline, the rate fell from 8.6% in
August 1986 to 5.5% in May 1987.
Since then, a gradual upward move
ment has raised the rate by less than
a full point Also, the rate would
not have risen in October but for
the unusual weather conditions
Thus, it becomes apparent that
rather than the gradual increase
being a cause for concern the un­
employment rate continues to indi­
cate a strong economy.
Results of Oregon's monthly sur­
vey of employers show that wage
and salary employment has set a
new record for the fourth time this
year. With 1,120,400 payroll em­
ployees, 38,000 jobs have been add
ed in the past 12 months.
The Department of Transporta­
tion has given Federal Express ap­
proval to begin small package ship­
ments to Tokyo via Portland Inter­
national Airport. The long-awaited
decision gives Portland a second air
entry into Japan that could repre­
sent an annual economic impact to
the area of $25 million.
The decision cited Federal Ex­
press' door-to-door service as a key
igredient to a successful United
States Tokyo route. It makes Port­
land the sole gateway for small
package shipments between the
two countries, a designation that
could be significant in Oregon's
attraction of new business and in­
dustry.
Though the decision must be ap
proved by the White House, Federal
Express could start their service by
summer 1988. A $5 million expand­
ed cargo facility for Federal Express
has already been completed at Port­
land International Airport to meet
the needs of the new service.
PGE O ffers
Em ergency Fuel
Assistance
Gasoline Prices
Higher
The bad news is gasoline prices
are continuing to increase.
The
Thousands of Oregonians will
good news is that the rate of in­
stay warmer this winter thanks to
crease is much slower than it has
Project HELP, a one-time emer
been recently, according to the Ore­
gency fuel assistance program ad
gon AAA Thanksgiving Fuel Gauge
ministered by The Salvation Army.
For the sixth consecutive year,
survey.
The average price of gasoline in­
Portland General Electric Co. (PGE)
creased two cents per gallon bet­
is asking customers to join with
ween Labor Day and Thanksgiving,
them in contributing to Project
compared to an increase of seven
HELP. The program is intended to
cents per gallon between the Fourth
assist people who are not eligible
of July and Labor Day.
for the Low-Income Energy Assis­
Over the Thanksgiving holiday,
tance Program (LIEAP) administer­
full-servie cash customers will pay
ed by the state.
an average of $1.04 per gallon for
Kay Stepp, President of PGE's
regular gasoline, $1.08 unleaded
Energy Services Division, presented
and $1.20 for super unleaded.
a $40,000 shareholders' check to
At the mini service pumps, ave­
The Salavation Army to kick off the
rage prices will be 85 cents per
program in PGE's service area. The
gallon for regular, $1.00 for unlead­
corporate donation is a startup fund
ed and $ 1.11 for super unleaded
for Project HELP.
The average price of gasoline is
"Last year PGE customers, em­
13 cents per gallon higher than it
ployees, and shareholders contri­
was in Thanksgiving 1986, accord­
buted $320,158 to Project HELP,"
ing to survey figures.
says Roberta Andrus, PGE Con
A small majority of stations — sumer Assistance Representative,
54 percent — will be opened during
Portland. "This made it possible
the Thanksgiving holiday. An even
to provide an average of $108 to
smaller number - 17 percent - will
3,061 families throughout our ser­
be open 24 hours a day through the
vice area."
holiday period.
PGE customers with a monthly
income between 125 percent and
150 percent of the federal poverty
AFL-CIO Now
Opposes
Aid
Oregon Labor Contra
A holiday labor reception to cele­
brate the new AFL-CIO policy
For Jackson
against contra aid, will feature an
An Oregon Labor for Jackson
meeting will focus on the peace,
jobs and justice agenda for labor.
Presidential candidate positions on
labor's concerns will be discussed.
Plans for outreach and networking
will be formulated. Thursday, De­
cember 3rd, 7 p.m. at the O.P.E.U.
office, 123 NE 3rd, first floor con­
ference room.
PCC Board
Declares
Holiday
guidelines are eligible for Project
HELP assistance. For a family of
four, monthly income cannot ex­
The Portland Community College
ceed $1,375
Board of Directors added Dr. Mar­
"W e are proud to be part of Pro­ tin Luther King, Jr's birthday as a
ject HELP because we know that holiday. Employees will have the
through our customer, shareholder, third Monday in January off to cele­
and employee efforts, many needy brate his memory.
people will make it safely through
The Board cited Dr. King for rais­
the cold w inter," Andrus says. ing awareness among Americans to
"Since 1982, PGE's total donation racial intolerance. His efforts result­
of $1.5 million to the project has ed in providing greater opportunities
helped more than 15,000 Oregon­ to all Americans, especially in the
ians."
area of education.
Donations to Project HELP go
The Board also noted Dr. Kin re­
directly to The Salvation Army,
ceived the Nobel Peace Prize for his
which screens applicants and dis­ service to racial and ethnic harmony
burses funds to customers' fuel
among all peoples of the world.
suppliers, regardless of the fuel
type.
PGE customers are receiving spe
cial Project HELP donation enve­
lopes in their winter billing state­
The Salvation Army's Major
ments.
Mervyn Morelock wifi land in a heli­
"Customers who wish to make a
copter at Jantzen Beach center and
tax deductible contribution to Pro­
help Santa Claus decorate a g ift­
ject HELP should write a separate
giving tree on Saturday, Nov. 28,
check for their donation and not add
1987, at 11:00 a.m.
it to their regular utility bill pay­
Jantzen Beach shoppers will bo
ment,” Andrus says.
able to pick one or more cards off
The Salvation Army will begin
the tree, buy the item indicated
distribution of funds in 1988. -
and place it in a giant glass box
near the tree through Dec. 18. The
Salvation Army will deliver the gifts.
Santa Decorates
Giving Tree
Caolcin
625 S.W. 4th & Morrison
Downtown, Portland
(503) 226-6467
SPORTSWORID
82 YEARS SPECIALIZED IN SPORTING GOODS!
eyewitness report on the Central
American debate at the national
convention, by Al Weinrub, editor
of the Labor Report on Central
America. The reception will be held
at 5:30 p.m., Friday, December 11,
at the CWA Hall, 3637 NE Sandy,
under the auspices of the Portland
Labor Committee on Central Ame­
rica.
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JOBS & CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
S U B -B ID S REQUESTED
S U B -B ID S REQUESTED
Portland International Airport Parking Structure
Bid Date: December 1, 1987 2:00 PM
Portland International Airport Parking Garage
Bid Date: December 1,1987 10:00 A M
Clackamas Promenade
S U B -B ID S REQUESTED
Port of Portland
Portland International Airport Parking Structure
Bid Date. December 1, 1987 10:00 A M
Bid Date: December 2, 1987 3:00 PM
HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION C O M P A N Y
OF OREGON
P.O. Box 1300
Portland, Oregon 97207
Bid Phone (503) 221-8811
We are an equal opportunity employer and request sub bids from
small business and small disadvantaged business sub contractors and
women and minority business enterprises
ASST. W ASTEW ATER
SERVICES MGR.
$2613 - $3319/mo.
he City of Salem, Oregon, is
eeking a highly skilled individual
o lead the operations unit of a
arge, complex wastewater plant,
’ osition serves as Asst. Plant
Vlgr. Plant untilizes secondary
reatment processes of pure oxy-
jen activated sludge (UNOX),
rickling filters and trickling fil-
er/solids contact (TF/SC). Con­
siderable progressively respon
sible experience in the field of
wastewater treatment plant ope-
rationgs, supervisory experience,
high school graduation supple­
mented by technical / college
course work in chemistry, bac­
teriology or related field; com­
pletion of operator s short
courses; or equiv experience and
training. Possess valid Class 4
Oregon driver's license and ability
to obtain Oregon certification as
Wastewater Treatment Opera
tor IV.
KOLL CONSTRUCTION C O M PA N Y
I6 Q I I
8205 S.W. Creekside, Suite D
Beaverton, Oregon 97005
(503)626 3045
We are an equal opportunity employer and request sub-bids from
small business and small disadvantaged business sub contractors and
women and minority business enterprises.
INFORMATIONAL ADVERTISEMENT
Mt. Hood Community College is
searching for a Director of Advi­
sing and Counseling to provide
a strong advising, guidance and
counseling program which im
eludes leadership, planning, or­
ganizing, evaluating, and super­
vising programs and support ser­
vices. Master's degree required
with a doctorate in counseling,
psychology or related field pre
ferred. Experience in teaching,
counseling and management at
the community college level pre­
ferred.
Sealed bids will be received until 1:00 p.m. on the dates
indicated in the Purchasing Department, Multnomah County
School District #1 J. 501 N Dixon. Portland. O-egon for the
items listed herein:
PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
W i are an equal opportunity employer and request sub-bids from
small business and small disadvantaged business sub contractors and
women and minority business enterprises.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
A rch ite ctu ra l/E n g in e e rin g Services
Pioneer Place Parking Garage
Portland, Oregon
CALL FOR BIDS
BID FILING
DATE
Dec 1. 1987
Dec. 1, 1987
Dec. 1, 1987
DESCRIPTION
Shower Metering Equipment for Various
Schools (Requirement Contract).
Telephone Equipment for Various
Schools (Requirement Contract)
Electrical Supplies for Warehouse Stock
(Requirement Contract)
Forma) announcement, detailed specifications and
bidding document may be obtained at the above address
F o r a d d it io n a l in f o r m a t io n , p le a s e c o n ta c t
M ic h a e l J. H u tc h e n s . D ire c to r o f P u rc h a s in g .
249-2000. Extension 581.
Proposals due 3 00 p m., Tuesday, December 15.1987
The Portland Development Commission is seeking proposals from qualified
architectural/engineering (A/E) consultants for review of Programmatic
Development Documents and Construction Documents for the Pioneer Place
Parking Garage Protect in downtown Portland. The A/E consultant will
also assist with bidding and in the administration of the construction work.
The A/E consultant will he required to undertake special studies to assist
PDC and Rouse Portland, Inc. in establishing a final development program;
prepare construction schedules; prepare cost estimates; make field measure­
ments- conduct survey and soil studies; attend meetings and public review
sessions; and, undertake other services and duties described in the Request
For Proposals (RFP).
December 31,
PUBLIC NOTICE
S U B -B ID S REQUESTED
For information and application
materials, call:
667 7645
M t. Hood C o m m u n ity College
26000 S.E. Stark
Gresham, OR 97030
P.O. Box 767
Beaverton, OR 97075
(503)641-2500
PORTLAND DEVELOPMENT COMM ISSION
DIRECTOR OF
A D V IS IN G A N D
COUNSELING
Closing date:
1987.
BAUGH CONSTRUCTION CO.
Coos Bay Wastewater Treatment
Contract 1
Bid Date: Decem ber 8, 1987 at 2:00 PM
The parking gaiage is part of the proposed Pioneer Place Project, a three
and three quarter block, public-private, mixed use redevelopment initiative.
The garage should have 425 550 public, retail-related parking spaces above
qround, 175 200 private, off'ce related parking spaces below ground, and a
minimum of 11,000 leasable square feet of retail space at street level. The
u.iraqe site is the northerly three quarters of Block 51, an area bounded by
S.W. Third and Fourth Avenues, Yamhill Street and two existing buildings
on Taylor Street.
EEO/AA
Request C ity application and
supplem ental
questionnaire
at:
C ity o f Salem
Personnel D ept., Rm 225
555 Liberty SE
Salem, OR 97301
503/588 6162
Closing date: 1-15 88
EOF
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P O Box 7867
Eugene, OR 97403 6606
(503) 345 8100
We are an equal opportunity employer and request sub bids from
small business and small disadvantaged business sub contractors and
women and minority enterprises
The Portland Development Commission encourages participation of Mino­
rity Women Business Enterprise contractors in its projects. The established
Commission goals for participation is nine percent (9%) for Minority Busi­
ness Enterprises and nine percent (9%) for Women Business Enterprises.
A complete RFP package is available from Stacey Deitz, Portland Develop­
ment Commission, 1120 S.W. Fifth Avenue. Suite 1102, Portland, Oregon
97204 1968, (503) 796 6950 Proposals are due at the PDC office no later
than 3 00 p m Tuesday, December 15, 1987