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Polk County News Polk County Itemizer-Observer • May 31, 2017 3A NEWS IN BRIEF DEADLINES NEWS DEADLINES For inclusion in the Wednesday edition of the Itemizer-Observer: Social news (weddings, engagements, anniver- saries, births, milestones) — 5 p.m. on Thursday. Community events — Noon on Friday for both the Community Notebook and Community Calendar. Letters to the editor — 10 a.m. on Monday. Obituaries — 4 p.m. on Monday. ADVERTISING DEADLINES Retail display ads — 3 p.m. Friday. Classified display ads — 11 a.m. on Monday. Classified line ads — Noon on Monday. Classified ads are updated daily on www.polkio.com. Public notices — Noon on Friday. CORRECTIONS The Polk County Itemizer- Observer is committed to pub- lishing accurate news, feature and sports reports. If you see anything that requires a cor- rection or clarification, call the newsroom at 503-623-2373 or send an email to ementzer@polkio.com. WEBSITE The Polk County Itemizer- Observer website, www.polkio.com, is updat- ed each week by Wednes- day afternoon. There, you will find nearly every story that appears in the print version of the newspaper, as well as some items, in- cluding additional photos, that do not appear in print due to space limitations. The Itemizer-Observer is also on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Watch for breaking news, links to sto- ries, sports scores updates and more. WEATHER RECORDED HIGH LOW May 23.............. 86 May 24.............. 66 May 25.............. 74 May 26.............. 84 May 27.............. 89 May 28.............. 80 May 29.............. 72 53 45 44 47 52 50 52 RAIN .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 Rainfall during May — 1.62 in. Rain through May 29 — 32.54 in. What’s YOUR neighbor up to? 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. YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER 147 SE Court St., Dallas 503-623-2373 City begins nuisance elimination program DALLAS — The city of Dallas has again started the annual program of identifying and working with residents to eliminate the various nuisances caused by weeds, grass, and debris. Community livability, property values and safety can be af- fected by tall grass, weeds, and uncontrolled growth of other vegetation. City Code 5.450 through 5.460 states the following are prohibited: 1) Any vegetation that is a fire hazard, 2) Weeds or grass that are more than 10 inches high, 3) Weeds or grass going to seed, and 4) The accumulation of debris, or other re- fuse that are not removed within a reasonable time. Each property owner is obligated to cut down or remove noxious vegetation. This program will run throughout the growing season from spring through early fall. If there are any questions regarding the enforcement of this ordinance or mowing, call the Weed Abatement Hotline at Dal- las City Hall ,503-831-3568. MI Rotary sells strawberries EMILY MENTZER/Itemizer-Observer Michael Trimarchi checks his bike at a bike repair station in Monmouth. Bike repair stations provide needed help By Emily Mentzer The Itemizer-Observer MONMOUTH — It wasn’t a cheeseburger, but it was the next best thing for Michael Trimarchi: a public bike-repair station. Trimarchi is on an epic bi- cycle road trip from Astoria to the Atlantic Ocean via the Transamerica Trail, which takes him right down High- way 99W through Mon- mouth. He’d noticed the cap that keeps his bearings on his crank shaft was loose on the morning of May 20, three days into his trip. “I looked down and could see threads,” he said. “You’re not supposed to see threads.” Trimarchi tried tightening it by hand, but it would come unwound every four or five miles. He tried jury- rigging it with super glue. “Which maybe isn’t the best idea, but it’s what I had,” he said. “But having this, an actual wrench for this, is actually what I need.” Trimarchi said he hadn’t come across a public bike-re- pair stand such as the ones found in Monmouth and In- dependence since he left the Portland airport. Asking to borrow a stand and tools at a bike shop — which also were scarce along the coast, he said — can be awkward and take a lot of time. Two stations were in- stalled in Monmouth a few months ago, paid for by a Cycle Oregon grant, written by citizens on the Bicycle Pedestrian Friendly Town, formed by the Monmouth Engaged visioning process, City Manager Scott McClure said. One is at the Mon- mouth Police Station on the Transamerica Trail, and the other is in Main Street Park near the amphitheater. “We wanted something downtown, where people are congregating,” McClure said. “They can go to the bike shop, have a cup of cof- fee, have something to eat. The second one is right at Matinees are all shows before 6pm. New pricing for matinees are: Adult $8.00 Children $7.00 • Senior $7.25 Pricing does not reflect 3D showings. Friday - Thursday • June 2 - 8 ALIEN: COVENANT (Digital) (R) (1:35 4:25) 7:15 10:05 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 2 (Digital) (PG13) (12:40 3:40) 6:40 9:40 WONDER WOMAN (Digital) (PG13) (11:45 12:15 2:50 3:20) 6:00 6:30 9:05 9:35 ✷ PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES (Digital) (PG13) (1:20 4:15) 7:15 10:10 CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS (Digital) (PG) (12:25 2:40 4:55) 7:10 9:25 DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LONG HAUL (Digital) (PG) (12:15 2:30) EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING (PG13) (4:45) 7:05 KING ARTHUR: LEGEND OF THE SWORD (Digital) (PG13) 9:25 BAYWATCH (Digital) (R) (1:30 4:10) 6:50 9:30 ✷ Starred Attraction. No passes. POLK COUNTY — The Monmouth-Independence Rotary Club has started its annual strawberry fundraiser. Orders are due by June 8. People may order fresh, cleaned, stemmed and sliced berries by phone or email, 503-838-6687 or strawberry@mirotaryclub.org. Berries cost $50 for 30 pounds. Exact date for pickup depends on weather. Pickup sites include Independence, Dallas or Corval- lis. Proceeds go toward the club’s youth programs. Monmouth PD seeks reserves MONMOUTH — The Monmouth Police Department is accept- ing applications for reserve police officers to augment full-time staff. Successful candidates will attend the Mid-Valley Reserve Train- ing Academy from November through May, and may obtain credit from Western Oregon University or Chemeketa Communi- ty College toward a degree. Minimum qualifications include: 21 years or older, high school diploma or GED, valid Oregon driver’s license, and no criminal history. For more information: www.ci.monmouth.or.us, or Officer Mike Hamilton, 503-838-1109. DDA to host cash mob DALLAS — The Dallas Downtown Association will host a cash mob Wednesday (today) at 5 p.m. Participants will meet at the corner of Mill and Main streets and will need to bring $10 to spend at a surprise local business and $10 for a social hour. Pa- trons will learn about the business before attending a social hour at another mystery location. For more information: Emma Guida, emmagdda@gmail.com. Music from the Redgate Winery & Fieldhouse EMILY MENTZER/Itemizer-Observer Friday, June 2 6-9 PM Bike repair stations allow cyclists to make quick work of needed repairs. the police station, so it’s right on the trail.” McClure said that as bicy- clists use the stations, they may mark them on their maps and the stations will come up on GPS coordi- nates, making it easier for future cyclists to note. “This gets back to the em- phasis on tourism in the county and bicycle-friendly businesses,” McClure said. Trimarchi wanted to thank the city and kiss whoever put the station in, he said. “This is about 180 miles since I started, so this is the first time I’ve actually been able to put it up on a rack and look at it,” Trimarchi said. “I’ve felt the kinks, and I get to actually pick it up, not worry about it falling over. I can inspect it from all angles. It’s really nice to have.” After he finished giving his bike the once-over, in- cluding checking tire pres- sure, he headed into town for that cheeseburger before getting in a few more miles to find a camping spot for the night. Trimarchi expects his trip to take about three months, hoping to be back East on time to view the Great Amer- ican Eclipse in South Caroli- na on Aug. 21. Diamond BACK $5.00 cover ____________________ Come celebrate our 5th Anniversary! Receive a free commemorative wine glass with each flight of wine purchased. ____________________ Must be 21. Food Available. Tasting fees $10 & glass of wine $5 8175 Buena Vista Road Independence • 503-428-7115 • www.redgatevineyard.com Visit us online at www.polkio.com Solution on Page 10A LUCKIAMUTE DOMESTIC WATER COOPERATIVE BOARD MEETING Monday 7:00 p.m. June 12th 503-838-2075 Location: Business Office 8585 Suver Rd. • Monmouth 2017 Relay For Life Of Polk County June 3-4 at the Dallas High School Track Please join me in thanking these sponsors for joining the Relay For Life fight vs. cancer: Salem Health West Valley SHWV Medical Clinic - Dallas Dallas School District Polk County Itemizer-Observer Eola Hills Wine Cellars Dallas Retirement Village Bollman Funeral Home Polk County Association of Realtors Pressed Coffee & Wine Bar Republic Services Dutch Bros Coffee SHWV - Monmouth SHWV Specialty Clinic Partnership in Community Living, Inc. Bookey Strong Royal Flush/Tony Teal Les Schwab Tire Centers of Dallas, Independence & West Salem NW Natural Western Days H&R Block Dallas & Monmouth First Community Credit Union James W. Fowler Construction Dallas Family Medicine LLC Michelle Hasbrook, DMD Washington Street Steakhouse & Pub Mungo Signs & Screen Printing White’s Collision Service Old Mill Garden & Feed LimeBerry Sweeny's Pub & Lotto Dallas Rotary Club Monmouth/Independence Rotary Club Mitch Ratzlaff State Farm Squirrel's Taxi Service OrePac Manufacturing Elkay Wood Products Rolling Prairie Farms Woolsey Family Dental Anytime Fitness Penna & James, LLC Ron Wilson Center Relay For Life of Polk County will take place at the Dallas High School Track June 3~4. If you or someone you know is interested in sponsorship, contact Amy Bickleman at 541-272-9240 or online at amy.bickleman@cancer.org or visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/polkcountyor
