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Polk County News Polk County Itemizer-Observer • August 31, 2016 5A Committees move Businesses may pay registration fee ‘Engaged’ forward By Jolene Guzman The Itemizer-Observer By Emily Mentzer The Itemizer-Observer MONMOUTH — The city of Monmouth’s visioning process, Monmouth En- gaged, has had four commit- tees working to make citi- zens’ visions of the future a reality. The retail-restaurants committee has come up with a comprehensive guide for small businesses, said City Manager Scott McClure. “It has helpful tips on how to run your small business,” he said. “It talks about any- where from basic setup, taxes and state regulations, and marketing. The group has been out delivering those to our local businesses.” The gathering spaces committee has laid low dur- ing the summer months, but before they took a break, members of the committee created a comprehensive guide to where someone can have a meeting, McClure said. “They compiled a list from Western Oregon University to the city and businesses who have meeting spaces that people aren’t aware of,” McClure said. “Like the OSU Credit Union has a commu- nity meeting room, for ex- ample.” The WOU-city relations committee worked on link- ing calendars, he said. McClure said that often people in the community don’t realize what is going on at Western’s campus, and vice versa. To aid in communication, a link has been established from Western’s online calen- dar that takes people to the Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce’s cal- endar page, and the cham- ber has a link to WOU. “Hopefully it’s a step on getting things a little easier for folks; just one click away,” McClure said. The last committee is the bicycle-pedestrian friendly town committee. Members have focused on many things, from bicycle repair stations at Main Street Park to clearer, safer routes for walkers and bicyclists. “They’re trying to get out in the community, trying to find out what they’re needs and wants are,” McClure said. “How do you com- mute? Why don’t you?” Each committee is citizen directed, with a city staff member assigned to each group. McClure said the city employee is helpful to point out what’s feasible when it comes to policies, ordi- nances and money. “We’re here to help,” he said. “For example, we can say here’s a pot of money you can use, and then we have awareness of where there might be possibilities for grants.” As for the actual writing of the grant, that will be up to members of the committees. “We’d be here to fill out the blanks for the city, but we have someone who could actually step up and write the grants,” McClure said. For more information or to apply to join one of the Monmouth Engaged com- mittees: ci.monmouth.or.us. DALLAS — If approved by the Dallas City Council, businesses operating in the city will be required to pro- vide basic information and, for some operations, a regis- tration fee starting in 2017. The program will ask businesses to register with the city and pay an initial fee of $25, and $10 annual re- newal fee. For the first year, those businesses in opera- tion by Jan. 1, 2017, will be exempt from paying the ini- tial fee. Jason Locke, the commu- nity development director for the city, said the purpose of the program is for the city to have basic information • Mark William Nienhouse, 37, of Monmouth, in the 1100 block of Dale Court on Aug. 25 for first-degree theft from a building, and felon in posses- sion of a weapon. MONMOUTH Arrests/Citations • Cole Jennings Robertson, 20, of Monmouth, in the 1900 block of Laurelridge Street on Aug. 19 for fourth-degree sim- ple assault and physical harass- ment. • Bo Lee Highburger, 20, of Monmouth, in the 400 block of Southgate Drive South on Aug. 20 for unnecessary noise. • Benito Villegas Delgadillo, 22, of Albany, at Pacific High- way South and Clay Street East on Aug. 20 for driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless endangering. • Cody Harrison Ekwall, 18, of Grants Pass, at Ecols Street South and Clay Street East on Aug. 20 for driving under the influence of intoxicants. • Gerardo Betancourt, 35, of Monmouth, at Ecols Street South and Clay Street East on Aug. 23 for driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless endangering. • Seth Andrew Wellons, 33, of Monmouth, in the 500 block of Main Street East on Aug. 27 for driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless en- dangering. • Douglas Logan Turley, 37, of Salem, in the 500 block of Main Street East on Aug. 27 for driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless endan- gering. • Jesse Manolitto Marraquin, 21, of Monmouth, at Edwards Road South and Madrona Street East on Aug. 27 for driv- ing under the influence of in- toxicants. • Jonte Lyall Hasau, 24, of Vancouver, Wash., at Jackson Street West and Monmouth Av- enue North on Aug. 27 for driv- ing under the influence of in- toxicants. • Dean Edward Green, 50, a transient, in the 300 block of Whitesell Street West on Aug. 27 for first-degree burglary, first-degree criminal trespass, first-degree criminal mischief and unlawful controlled sub- stance – prohibited acts. • Nicholas Walter Sta- chowiak, 33, of Monmouth, at Main Street East and Edwards Road South on Aug. 28 for driv- ing under the influence of in- toxicants. ond category is for nonprofit entities, such as churches and charities. They will be required to register, but not pay the fee. The last group of busi- nesses already need to have licenses or registration in some form, such as taxicabs, solicitors, itinerant mer- chants, hotels and motels, garage sales and home oc- cupations. Those would be exempt from the require- ment entirely. The fees will be used to help pay for the software needed to maintain the in- formation collected through the program. Locke said the city isn’t considering the reg- istration requirement a money maker, but a way for the city to have information it doesn’t have now. “When we have this in place, it’s going to allow us first contact with business- es,” Locke said. He said that will stream- line the process for making sure businesses are operat- ing in the correct zones, abiding by sign codes and applying for building per- mits for improvements, if needed. After months of consider- ation, on Aug. 22, the Dallas City Council reviewed the final draft of the program or- dinance. The proposal will be back for “second reading” and vote of the council on Sept. 19. A resolution establishing the fees will be presented that same evening. The Frugal Shopper! Call Rachel, Heidi or Karen to reserve your coupon for next month. 503-623-2373 Available online 503-623-4943 967 Main St. • Dallas, OR d Phone Ahea ur o and have y ! y d a order re POLICE REPORT Information for the police re- port comes from law enforce- ment agencies. Not all calls for service are included. The status of incidents reported may change after further investiga- tion. Individuals arrested or sus- pected of crimes are considered innocent until proven guilty. — DALLAS Arrests/Citations • Gary C. Fairchild, 44, of Dallas on Southwest Fairview Avenue on Aug. 23 on a charge of failure to carry or present an operator’s license. • Ruben L. Blakeslee Jr., 37, of Vancouver, Wash. on Aug. 24 in the 700 block of Main Street on charges of failure to carry or present an operator’s license, driving while suspend- ed or revoked and driving uninsured. • Brandan M. Boggs, 22, of Dallas at Safeway, 138 W. Ellen- dale Ave. on Friday on a charge of third-degree theft, shoplift- ing. • Walter J. Hoyt, 45, of Dallas in the 200 block of Southeast LaCreole Drive on Saturday on charges of second-degree crim- inal trespassing and possession of methamphetamine. • Michael A. Smith, 25, of Salem in the 900 block of Main Street on Saturday on a charge of second-degree disorderly conduct. • Marco T. Corado, 42, of Salem on Southeast Miller Av- enue on Saturday on a charge of failure to carry or present an operator’s license. • Kenneth R. Grimberg, 26, of Dallas on West Ellendale Av- enue on Sunday on a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicants. • Chris S. Bender, 45, of Salem in the 900 block of Southeast Greenbriar Avenue on Sunday on a failure to ap- pear warrant. INDEPENDENCE Arrests/Citations • Allysa Nicole Bastuscheck, 27, of Independence, in the 100 block of South Ninth Street for identity theft, fraudulent use of a credit card – less than $1,000, and second-degree theft. • Michael Alan Kurg, 54, of Willamina, in the 0-99 block of Deann Drive on Aug. 20 for driving under the influence of intoxicants. • Brian James Fouse, 29, of Monmouth, in the 300 block Ecols Street North on Aug. 23 possession of methadone. about business operating in the city, including owner- ship, location, management, and the storage of danger- ous or hazardous material. The latter will help police and fire services if they have to respond to an emergency, he said. Locke said the require- ment also will provide the city with basic economic statistics about the number and types of businesses open in the city. The data provided to the city may also be posted to the city’s web- site. Registration will have three categories. The first is for those that will pay the initial fee and annual renew- al. Those will be most for- profit businesses. The sec- BUD ON TAP Sunday - Thursday 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Friday & Saturday 11:00 am to 10:00 pm FREE GAMES FOR KIDS 4 $ 00 3 $ 00 2 $ 00 ANY OFF GIANT PIZZA OFF LARGE PIZZA OFF ANY ANY MEDIUM PIZZA In store, pick up or delivery + charge. Not valid with other offers. With coupon. Expires 9/30/16 FAMILY FILLER 1 Large Single Topping Pizza 8-Piece Chicken SAVE 2 Orders Spuds $ 6.55 1 2-Liter Pop 40 20 $ Reg. $46.75 In store, pick up or delivery + charge. Not valid with other offers. With coupon. Expires 9/30/2016 SEPTEMBER 2016 Monmouth Area Community Events Calendar PCL Partnerships in Community Living 503-838-2403 480 E. Main St. Monmouth DownTown Trends 142 Highway 99 West 503- 838-1445 Monmouth 355 N Pacific Ave., Ste A Monmouth 503-838-4268 405 Hogan Rd Monmouth 503-837-0700 www.minetfiber.com Your Local Service Provider Serving Polk Co. Since 1875 503-623-2373 503-838-3467 Sept. 3 Community Yard Sale! Join the Monmouth Business Asso- ciation's annual Labor Day weekend Community Yard Sale at the beautiful Main Street Park in Monmouth. 10 to 4 pm. Flavorsome Food! Fountain Fun! Fabulous Finds! Got Stuff to Sell? Contact Terri Gregory to reserve your free spot at terri.g.gregory@gmail.com or 503-330-6598. Sept. 6 School Begins!! Sept. 14 M-I Chamber Forum — 12 to 1 p.m. Join us in September and learn how you can grow your customer base and increase sales using ORPIIN and other State resources. Become an approved ven- dor, complete certification programs, or access info to think outside of the box to build your customer base and increase your sales! Forum is Free but lunch costs $12.00 - boxed lunch from Main Street Pub & Eatery. Includes wrap, pasta salad, fruit, and bottled water. Lunch or- ders must be received by noon 9/13/16. Location: Independence Pub- lic Library (175 Monmouth Street, Independence) Sept. 16 Downtown Historic Independence Ghost Walk. 6 pm. Tour downtown Independence, go into some buildings, hear spooky stories, learn some history, have fun! Contact Marilyn Morton 503 580- 8525. Sept. 16 & 17 The Independence Hop & Heritage Festival is part of the rich history which fills the Willamette Valley. Independence, Ore- gon is the former Hop Capital of the World, boasting over 20,000 acres of hops in the 1930’s. Join our celebration of hops and community her- itage! Admission is FREE! For more information, go to: www.hopfesti- val.org Also, September 14th look for your guide in the Itemizer Observer. Sept. 21 NEW STUDENT FEED – 5:30 to 7 pm. Location: The Grove Western Oregon University, between Werner University Cen- ter and New PE. Over 1400 freshmen and transfer students will arrive to Western Oregon University’s campus during New Student Week this year. Join the Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce and the Monmouth Business Association as we welcome the new students with free food and an opportunity to learn about businesses and serv- ices in our community. For more information, contact Jean Love 503- 838-4268. Sept. 22 Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center hosts a public forum to help educate our commu- nity on Measure 97. Representatives for those in favor and those op- posed to Measure 97 will provide opening remarks followed by a Q&A session. This public forum is open to all community members. 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Location: Monmouth Public Library (168 Ecols Street S, Monmouth) Purpose: To educate our community at-large on Measure 97 to help voters make an informed decision on the November ballot. What’s YOUR neighbor up to? Monmouth 2016 Music In The Park Series Find out in the Itemizer-Observer. You may find your neighbor, your boss, your friend or yourself in the pages of the Itemizer-Observer. Local stories on local people—that’s our specialty. Music, Food, Beer & Wine Garden Main Street Park Amphitheater • Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm This is the last week! August 31: Coming Up Threes — Celtic www.windermere.com 503-838-1141 297 N Pacific Monmouth 800-732-0173 464 S Pacific Hwy Monmouth oregonstatecu. Saving Carpets Daily Carpet Hero 503-838-0869 Monmouth LOOKING FOR RENTALS? 297½ N. Pacific Hwy 503-838-1278 Western View Properties Property Management, LLC 503-838-2951 165 E. Main St. Monmouth 503-838-1773 410 E. 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