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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL December 23, 2015 Cottage Grove Retrospective A look back at Sentinel stories from 30 and 60 years ago Dec. 22, 1955 A.L. Woodard 98 years old today; 109 descendants Cinnamon, vanilla and al- mond scents fi ll the air and the Duncan family kitchen bustles with activity. It’s the 16th an- nual cookie baking party for the Drain family and their friends. Over the years, the families have changed and the children have grown, yet cookie day re- mains the same: a tradition that is a touchstone in the year for young and old. Dozens of treats will be made in more than 15 varieties. The bounty will then be divided and carried home to three house- holds. A huge holiday baking chore will be accomplished in one day fi lled with warmth, sweets, laughter and reminis- cence. POLICE BLOTTER Dec. 14 Information, Birch Ave A reporting person requested an offi cer regarding threats made by a person that is currently at CG hospital but is about to be released. The subject made verbal threats to kill another subject. Dec. 15 Unauthorized use of Vehicle, E. Madison Ave. A caller at the police depart- ment requested an offi cer in regards of a theft of a motor- cycle from the backyard of the location. The motorcycle was impounded by Taylor’s Towing Cottage Grove Police Department 24-Hour Anonymous Tip Line: 767-0504 and towed the motorcycle to the PD impound lot. looking for whatever it was that was thrown out. Unlawful entry to MV, Mosby Creek Trailhead A caller advised his vehicle was broken into at the location and multiple items were taken. The Eugene Police Department was contacted and requested to drive by victim’s home to make sure it isn’t being burglarized. Detox, E Main St. A reporting person by the name of Susie advised that a male subject was refusing to leave her business after having been asked to do so. An offi cer con- tacted the subject at the loca- tion and took him in to custody for non-criminal detox; he was transported to the station for lodging. Dec. 16 Suspicious Conditions, N K St. A caller advised that a subject threw out unknown items dur- ing a traffi c stop and is now Wishing you a Merry Christmas… Matt Bjornn ChFC, Agent 1481 Gateway Blvd Cottage Grove, OR 97424 Bus: 541-942-2623 www.bjornninsurance.com and a joyous New Year. May the joy of the season make all your wishes come true. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. ® CALL ME TODAY. Dec. 17 Suspicious subject, N River Rd. A caller advised of a naked male walking in the roadway near the location. Offi cers con- ducted an extensive check of the area for the subject but were unable to locate him. Dec. 18 Agency Assist, E Main St. PD State Farm, Home Office, Bloomington, IL 6 -day weather forecast THURSDAY Dec. 24 FRIDAY Dec. 25 31° | 38° 30° | 39° Snow Snow SATURDAY Dec. 26 SUNDAY Dec. 27 34° | 41° 35° | 42° Mostly Cloudy Poss. Showers MONDAY Dec. 28 TUESDAY Dec. 29 34° | 42° 35° | 44° A caller advised his vehicle went off the road into the river. He can see a sign that says Delight Valley School Road and Sears Road. With addi- tional info from Oregon State Police, it appears the vehicle is possibly in the median between the northbound and southbound lanes in a ditch, not the river. Dec. 19 Burglary, Pleasant View Dr. Caller advised of a possible burglary in progress at the loca- tion. The caller also advised that there are tracks leading into the house and there is a lawnmower in the front yard that shouldn’t be there. The caller’s uncle is on scene and armed with an AR-15. Theft of Bike, Jefferson Ave. Caller advised her bike was stolen out of the backyard of the location last night. CITY BEAT Selections from the City's Friday Update Police visit local nursing homes with identifi ed cycling routes. The City wished to thank Har- rison, Lee and Strahan for their expertise and willingness to help develop connections between Cottage Grove, Oakridge and the McKenzie River Valley. On Thursday, Dec. 17, mem- bers of the Cottage Grove Police Department helped spread holi- day cheer to residents at Coast Fork Nursing Center, Middle- fi eld Oaks and Magnolia Gar- dens. They served hot cocoa and cookies to the residents as mem- bers of the Cottage Grove High School Jazz Band and Choir performed holiday classics. Bike Connectivity 1101447.1 stretched far beyond those of most other men. For many years, Mr. Woodard operated sawmills in this com- munity. Later he took to build- ing houses, which he engaged in until the past two or three years. Mr. Woodard was born De- cember 22, 1857, at Dixon Ill. He was married March 19, 1881, to Ella J. Young, who passed away almost 18 years ago. For a number of years he farmed in Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska, fi nally moving to Wheaton, Ill. Here, although he had a wife and seven children to support, he attended Wheaton College for seven years. Youngest child, Juliette (Mrs. Albert Hull), was born at Wheaton shortly before the family came to Cottage Grove in 1900. Mayor Tom Munroe, City Manager Richard Meyers and cyclists Jim Harrison, Greg Lee and Don Strahan represented the City at a bicycle connectivi- ty meeting that brought together representatives from throughout Lane County to discuss oppor- tunities to connect communities Urban Forestry Committee tree planting completed Last Friday, members of the Urban Forestry Committee, along with Public Works and Middlefi eld Golf Course staff, planted seventeen trees in Bo- hemia Park despite the inclem- ent weather. Public Works pur- chased the seventeen trees from The Tree Cottage and the trees are a mix of Big Leaf Maples, Oregon Ash and Incense Cedars. The trees were planted along The People’s Power What can YOU do when an outage occurs? Be calm, be ready, and be informed. Call 541-746-1583 anytime day or night to report an outage or downed line. Tips for keeping dogs safe in the outdoors during trapping season W ith many furbearer trap- ping seasons underway until March 31, the Oregon De- partment of Fish and Wildlife reminds dog owners to be aware that trapping activities could oc- cur in areas where they walk or hike with their dogs. Traps can be set on public land, but state regulations re- quire they be set at minimum distances from designated trails and public use areas. Traps may also be set on private land by permission of the landowner. “Dogs running loose run the risk of being accidentally cap- tured in legally set traps, which could cause serious injury or even death,” said Derek Bro- man, ODFW furbearer coordi- nator. “To help keep dogs safe and prevent such tragedies from happening, we want their own- ers to be aware of the possibil- ity of trapping activity in areas where they spend time outdoors with their dogs.” ODFW also recommends that dog owners: Keep your dog on a leash. Or, keep your dog in sight and under voice command—don’t let the dog wander off, especial- ly out of sight. Keep your dog on designated trails and within designated public use areas. Traps must be set at minimum distances away from these locations (more in- formation below). Remember traps are often found near water as many fur- bearers (beaver, muskrat, nutria) are targeted under water or the water’s edge. Remember lures and baits used by trappers can attract dogs, too (another reason to keep the dog under control). If the dog is often off trails and designated public use areas, understand how to release a dog from a trap. Idaho Fish and Game (http://fi shandgame.idaho.gov/ public/hunt/trappedPetBro- chure.pdf) and Alaska Fish and Game (http://www.adfg.alaska. gov/index.cfm?adfg=trapping. sharing) have brochures and videos with detailed how-tos. Carry the appropriate tools (cable cutter and length of rope) to be prepared in case you need to release your dog from a trap or snare. It is illegal to disturb or re- move the traps or snares of an- other person. Individuals that see traps they believe are illegally set should not disturb the trap, but contact Oregon State Police. OSP can identify the owner of a legally set trap through a unique branding number required on each trap. Oregon has about 1,200 li- censed trappers. Before becom- ing licensed, trappers in Oregon must take an education course and pass an exam that deals with topics like wildlife identifi ca- tion, trapping ethics, and setting traps to catch target animals and avoid non-target animals. Those requirements and the Oregon furbearer regulations both incor- porate scientifi c fi ndings on the best management practices for regulated trapping in the United States for animal welfare, trap effi ciency, trap selectivity, trap- per and public safety, and the practical application of various trap types. Most trapping seasons opened Nov. 15 or Dec. 1 and end Feb. 28 or March 31. A few seasons are open the entire year, but win- ter is the most popular time to trap because pelts are in prime condition. Trappers are required to submit an annual report on their efforts, harvest, and wild- life observations, which pro- vides insight on over 16 wildlife species statewide. the west fence line of Bohemia Park and will help create a bar- rier between the park and the railroad tracks. Public Works transported the Dingo machine to the park to auger the planting holes and soften the dirt. Plant- ing soil was also transported to the site to cover the root balls. Teresa Cowan, City Volunteer Coordinator, spearheaded this effort. ment, and there were no lost- time accidents. I n 2012, City employees worked a total of 54,105 hours, had nine total accidents, fi ve in- volving property damage, four injuries, four requiring medical treatment, and once again there were no lost-time accidents. In 2013, City Employees worked a total of 52,533 hours, had 15 total accidents, eight involving property damage, seven injuries, six requiring medical treatment, but there were two lost-time ac- cidents. In 2014, City Employ- ees worked a total of 51,997 hours, had eight total accidents, three involving property dam- age, three injuries, one requiring medical treatment, and again there were no lost-time acci- dents. In 2015, City employees worked a total of 50,831 hours, had 11 total accidents, fi ve in- volving property damage, fi ve injuries, two requiring medical treatment, and once again there were no lost-time accidents. City: 2015 was an- other outstanding year for safety This week the City held the annual safety awards event at the Community Center in con- junction with the City Christmas luncheon and gift exchange. City employees were recog- nized for good safety records. As a fi ve-year comparison, in 2011, City employees worked a total of 52,849 hours, had seven total accidents, four involving property damage, three injuries, three requiring medical treat- Protect your world Auto • Home • Life • Retirement NEVER go near downed lines! They can become live any second. Call us. 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Learn more on how to prepare for an outage at www.epud.org, My Home, Power Outage Information 541-746-1583 www.epud.org facebook.com/emeraldpud twitter.com/emeraldpud Board: Ron Davis, Penny Jordan, Kevin Parrish, Lee Kelley, Katherine Schacht ERIK BENSON 541-942-2605 (*'>8K<N8P9CM; :FKK8><>IFM< \i`bY\ejfe7XccjkXk\%Zfd Insurance subject to terms, qualifications and availability. Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Co., Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co., Allstate Insurance Co., Allstate Indemnity Co., Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Co. Life insurance and annuities issued by Lincoln Benefit Life Company, Lincoln, NE, Allstate Life Insurance Company, Northbrook, IL. In New York, Allstate Life Insurance Company of New York, Hauppauge, NY. Northbrook, IL. © 2010 Allstate Insurance Co. 113896 Dec. 20, 1995— Local families get together to bake cookies Today (Thursday) is the birth- day of Cottage Grove’s oldest resident. A. L. Woodard, who came to Cottage Grove March 1, 1900 and has reached the 98th milestone in years. A count of Mr. Woodard’s living descendants numbers 109, including seven children, 34 grandchildren and 63 great- grandchildren. Youngest of these is Bernice Lucille Forward, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Swanson (Genevieve Wo- odard) and great-granddaughter of Walter A. Woodard of Cot- tage Grove. The baby was born Nov. 7, 1955, to Ann Swanson Forward and her husband Rich- ard A. Forward, of Chico, Calif. The hours pass slowly for the aged man whose zest for liv- ing has been remarkable and whose years of active life have 5A
