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Page 12 November 1, 2017 New Prices Effective April 1, 2017 O PINION Martin Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Residential & Commercial Services Minimum Service CHG. $50.00 A small distance/travel charge may be applied CARPET CLEANING 2 Cleaning Areas or more $30.00 each Area Pre-Spray Traffic Areas (Includes: 1 small Hallway) 1 Cleaning Area (only) $50.00 Includes Pre-Spray Traffic Area (Hallway Extra) Stairs (12-16 stairs - With Other Services) : $30.00 Area/Oriental Rugs: $25.00 Minimum Area/Oriental Rugs (Wool) : $40.00 Minimum Heavily Soiled Area: $10.00 each area (Requiring Extensive Pre-Spraying) UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Sofa: $69.00 Loveseat: $49.00 Sectional: $109 - $139 Chair or Recliner: $25.00 - $49.00 Throw Pillows (With Other Services) : $5.00 Vote Yes to Make Our Community Stronger Bond renewal aims at skilled and educated workforce Metro Region is a vibrant econ- omy with a highly skilled and educated workforce. Community colleges play a vital role to ensure this vision becomes a reality, and PCC -- Oregon’s largest, postsec- ondary institution serv- ing more than 75,000 students -- is a central by K ali t horne l aDD part of this equation. Portland Community PCC put bond mea- College needs your vote sure #26-196 on the of support for the PCC ballot (www.pcc.edu/ bond levy measure. Bal- bond) to improve work- lots are due by 8 p.m. force training programs Tuesday, Nov. 7 at offi- cial county ballot drop boxes and through modernized facilities; to expand training for health pro- election offices. Our vision for the Portland fessions and STEAM (Science, ADDITIONAL SERVICES • Auto/Boat/RV Cleaning • Deodorizing & Pet Odor Treatment • Spot & Stain Removal Service • Scotchguard Protection • Minor Water Damage Services 5010 NE 9th Ave Portland, Or 97211 Phone: 503 284-2989 SEE CURRENT FLYER FOR ADDITIONAL PRICES & SERVICES Call for Appointment We specialize in a variety of cuts for men and women, hot towel razor shaves, braiding, hair extension, Shampoo, blow dryer and Platinum fade. (503) 281-3949 Call Today or Walk in !!! Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) disciplines; and meet needs for safety, security, building longevity and disability access throughout the college. This is a renewal bond, so there is no additional cost to the taxpay- er, but the return on investment is significant. For instance, in 2015-16 PCC and its students added $1.9 billion in income to the regional econo- my. Research shows that for every dollar invested in a PCC educa- tion, the college returns $12.50 in added state revenue and social savings. PCC is more than a communi- ty college. It is a vital component of Oregon’s economic engine. It serves as a critical catalyst for the region’s educational, government, business, industry, community and philanthropic partners. Its di- verse alumni are those who make our community work: the small business owners, technicians, teachers, manufacturers, emergen- cy service providers and nurses who keep our economy strong and thriving. Furthermore, PCC’s bond pro- gram benefits the community through construction jobs, part- nerships with local business own- ers, and the ongoing betterment of neighborhoods. Our Board of Di- rectors has a 20 percent goal for mi- nority, women, and emerging small business participation, and we are happy to say that through the bond program we’ve met this goal! This kind of collaboration is what makes our community stronger. The bond measure, if passed, would undergird PCC’s ability to educate Oregon’s future work- force with up-to-date equipment and technology, helping students land recession-resistant, family wage jobs with career advance- ment potential. Given that by 2020, two thirds of all jobs will re- quire some level of postsecondary instruction or specialized training, this is critical. With your help and support, PCC can continue to rebuild pathways toward employment and skills training for those in Portland, as well as provide jobs. These contribute to the foundation of a thriving community. So, come Nov. 7, we ask that you vote “yes” on the PCC bond. Our region’s long-term economic health and vitality depends on it. Kali Thorne Ladd is chair of PCC’s Board of Directors and represents Zone 2, which in- cludes Multnomah and Columbia Counties. If passed, PCC’s bond measure is estimated to maintain current tax rates for local home- owners, with the total principal amount of bonds authorized not to exceed $185 million. This is estimated to maintain the tax rate of $0.40 per $1,000 of assessed property value, for 16 years.