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News Blue Mountain Eagle Wednesday, May 30, 2018 A5 Dispatch move could be completed by January IGC agrees to John Day’s terms for fire hall By Richard Hanners Blue Mountain Eagle The Intergovernmental Council that will take over operation of Grant County’s 911 dispatch service from the city of John Day expects to be running a dispatch center in the John Day Fire Hall by January 2019. That was the news com- ing out of the IGC’s May 21 meeting. Canyon City Mayor Steve Fisher, an IGC board member, said seven of the board’s 12 members were present and voted 6-0 in favor of John Day’s offer to lease space in the fire hall to the IGC. Fisher said he abstained from voting because of con- cerns about insufficient in- formation, in particular how much of the $420,000 ap- propriation provided by the The Eagle/Richard Hanners A fire truck passes by the John Day Fire Hall on South Canyon Boulevard in John Day on May 23. Oregon Legislature to John Day to operate the 911 dis- patch center for the biennium would remain after the IGC took over management of the center. “There were so many un- answered questions,” he told the Eagle. In the city’s May 21 draft offer to the IGC, the city of- fered to pay up to $90,000 for building improvements to the fire hall to accommodate the dispatch center and $28,000 for office furniture and equip- ment replacement. “Building improvements are property of the city and are non-transferable,” the draft offer states. “Office and communications equipment will be property of IGC.” The city council on April 10 approved up to $300,000 in financing from Washington Federal to complete construc- tion of the fire hall. That work will begin in July and be fin- ished by the end of the year, including any improvements for the relocated 911 dispatch Green provided addition- al information in his May 24 council memo. “We will have to pass an amended budget appropria- tion at our Jan. 8, 2019, city council meeting to transfer the balance of the FY19 oper- ations budget (Personnel Ser- vices and Materials and Ser- vices in Dispatch Dept. 040) to the IGC,” he wrote. “We will retain the 911 Administration Department funds (Dept. 010) to cover any residual expenses asso- ciated with our audit, legal costs for the transition, etc. This fund will then be zeroed out in FY20 and any remain- ing funds will be paid forward as a portion of our required contribution under the new cost-sharing agreement.” The city’s tentative terms for a 15-year lease at the fire hall are $750 per month for the first 10 years and $1,000 per month for the next five years. Green told the council income from the lease will help the fire department. Fisher told the Eagle he would have preferred moving the 911 dispatch center from the John Day city hall build- ing to the county’s former road shop south of the county courthouse. He said the site had good line-of-sight com- munication with Eagle Peak, as does the fire hall. Ideally, Fisher said, the IGC should consider moving the 911 dispatch center up on the hill near the Grant Coun- ty Regional Airport. Green, however, has expressed re- luctance to selling a lot at the city’s industrial park to the IGC because the dispatch cen- ter would not create new jobs or pay taxes. Grant County Judge Scott Myers, who also sits on the IGC board, suggested at the county court’s May 23 meet- ing that an increase in reve- nue from the state’s 911 tax on telephone bills and current work on a 20-year compre- hensive plan for the airport might enable the IGC to relo- cate the 911 center in the fu- ture to the airport. That’s the best site, Myers said. way 26 near Clyde Holliday State Park. May 25: Checked on resi- dents on Laycock Creek Road affected by flooding. May 25: Responded with Oregon Trail Electrical Coop- erative to a report of a downed tree on a power line on South Fork Road. May 26: Responded to a theft report at a drug store in John Day. May 27: Dispatched to Boyce Place in John Day for a criminal mischief report. May 27: Responded to a theft report at a barbershop on North Canyon Boulevard in John Day. May 27: Received a report of suspicious circumstances on Franks Creek Road in Dayville. • John Day ambulance May 24: Dispatched with Monument ambulance and Grant County Sheriff’s Office to Highway 19 near Kimberly for an overdose. May 26: Responded to an apartment on South Main Street in Prairie City for a 69-year-old woman. May 27: Dispatched to West Riverside Street in Mt. Vernon for an 82-year-old woman. May 27: Responded to Northwest Third Street in John Day for a 68-year-old woman. • Grant County road de- partment May 25: Reported a wash- out on a road in the Izee-Pau- lina area. • Canyon City fire May 25: Received a report of a grass fire on Meadowlark Lane in Cnyon City. • Oregon Department of Transportation May 25: Received a report of a flood hazard at the inter- section of highways 26 and 395 in Mt. Vernon. May 25: Responded with Grant County Sheriff’s Office to Highway 395 near the Ma- gone Lake Road junction for a report of flooding and rocks on the highway. May 25: Dispatched with Oregon State Police to High- way 395 near Canyon Creek Road for a report of rocks and debris on the highway. May 25: Responded with Grant County Sheriff’s Office to Highway 402 near West Cot- tonwood Creek Road for a re- port of flooding and rock slides on the highway. May 25: Received a report of flooding on Highway 402 near Hamilton Summit. • U.S. Forest Service May 25: Dispatched to the Highway 26 and Childress Loop junction for flooding re- ports. center. John Day City Manager Nick Green told the Eagle that funding for the $118,000 in building improvements, fur- niture and equipment cited in the draft offer to the IGC would come from both the legislative appropriation and the Washington Federal loan. “The building improve- ments that were already planned will be funded through the Washington Fed- eral loan,” he said in an email. “Any costs specific to the 911 relocation will be funded through our 911 fund (which includes revenue from the state grant) and also from the Office of Emergency Man- agement, which pays for the relocation of all of the equip- ment related to the 911 calls but not the radio dispatch after the calls are received. We are in the process of developing cost estimates for the 911 re- location now so I can’t tell you at this point how much will accrue to the city or to OEM, but we will know prior to making the move.” C OPS AND C OURTS Grant County Circuit Court Laura B. Wallenstein, 33, Prairie City, pleaded guilty May 25 to driving under the influence of intoxicants and third-degree assault DUII com- mitted on Jan 21. She was sen- tenced to 45 days in jail, eight years probation and $2,200 in fines and fees. Her driver’s license was suspended for 6 years. Charges of second-de- gree assault, reckless driving and second-degree criminal mischief were dismissed. In a separate case, a charge of failing to drive within the lane committed on Jan. 21 was dis- missed. Tyler D. Dehiya, 24, Mt. Vernon, pleaded guilty May 24 to felony conspiracy to commit a Class A felony and misde- meanor possession of meth- amphetamine committed on March 1. He was sentenced to 30 days in jail and 24 months probation. His driver’s license was suspended for six months, and he was ordered to enroll in the Pacific Northwest Adult and Teen Challenge Program. Seven methamphetamine-relat- ed charges were dismissed, and one count of criminal forfeiture was allowed. Bradley R. Bolin, 31, Mt. Vernon, was convicted on a no contest plea May 22 of misde- meanor possession of meth- amphetamine committed on March 16. He was sentenced to 48 hours in jail, 18 months pro- bation and 40 hours of commu- nity service. His driver’s license was suspended for six months. A charge of methamphetamine delivery was dismissed. Grant County Sheriff The Grant County Sheriff’s Office reported the following for the week of May 23: Concealed handgun licens- es: 3 Average inmates: 25 Bookings: 12 Releases: 13 Arrests: 4 Citations: 0 Fingerprints: 5 Civil papers: 11 Warrants processed: 4 Asst./welfare check: 0 Search and rescue: 0 Justice Court • Failure to change name and address: Tanner F. George, 18, John Day, March 1, fined $115; Brittany C. Zirkel, 31, John Day, March 20, fined $115; Scott L. Drinnon, 51, John Day, April 11, fined $115. • Careless driving accident: Brandi L. Bernard Anderton, 45, Prairie City, March 26, fined $115. • Exceeding speed limit: Caitlin E. Brooks, 33, John Day, April 29, 80/65 zone, fined $200; Tammy J. Allen, 47, Bend, April 22, 42/25 zone, fined $140; Jerry M. Lambeth, 67, Mt. Vernon, April 21, 38/25 zone, fined $165; Gabe R. Steller, 21, Bigfork, Montana, April 23, 75/65 zone, fined $140; Michael D. Markel, 47, Caldwell, Idaho, March 28, 46/35 zone, fined $165; Duane E. Andrew, 57, John Day, April 20, 36/25 zone, fined $165. • Violation of basic rule: Storm W. McKague, 41, Twin Falls, Idaho, April 25, 72/55 zone, fined $165. • Failure to register vehicle: Alan P. Willliams, 47, Red- mond, April 19, 71/55 zone, fined $140. • Failure to properly use seat belt: Brady K. Burch, 20, Prineville, April 24, fined $115; William G. McManama, 55, Mt. Vernon, April 20, fined $115. • Operate without required light: Devan J. Haynes, 25, John Day, March 30, fined $165. • Refusal to take breath test: Devan J. Haynes, 25, John Day, March 30, fined $650. • Ricky L. Potter, 26, La- Grande, pleaded guilty to ha- rassment. He was sentenced to 20 days in jail. • Casey D. Branham, Jack- sonville, pleaded guilty to driv- ing while suspended or revoked and violating the basic rule 71/55 zone. He was ordered to pay $555 in fines and fees. A charge of passing in a no pass- ing zone was dismissed. Dispatch John Day dispatch worked 176 calls during the week of May 21-27, including: • John Day Police Depart- ment May 21: Dispatched to Bridge Street and Second Ave- nue in John Day for a report of a suspicious person wearing a mask. May 23: Received a report of a civil problem on East Main Street in John Day. May 24: Dispatched to a suicidal person report on West Main Street in John Day. May 24: Responded to Prai- rie City for an assault report. May 24: Following a traf- fic stop, Robert H. Bryant, 36, Paisley, was cited for driving while suspended. May 25: Responded to an apartment complex in east John Day for a domestic report. May 25: Received a report of criminal mischief at the Grant County Fairgrounds in John Day. May 25: Dispatched with Grant County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police to North Canyon Boulevard in John Day for an unwanted per- son. May 26: Responded to a tobacco shop in John Day to a report of a person with mental problems. May 26: Dispatched to North Canyon Boulevard in John Day for an assault involv- ing a 29-year-old man and a woman. May 27: Dispatched to Northwest Valley View Drive in John Day for a report of large cat tracks. May 27: Responded to Blue Mountain Hospital. Christo- Grant County Awarded Federal Funds under Phase 35 of the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program Grant County has been selected to receive an award of $2,800.00 for the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The selection was made by a National Board that is charged by the Department of Homeland Secu- rity’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from The Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Council of Jewish Federations, Catholic Charities USA, National Council of Churches of Christ USA, and United Way of America. The Local Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. The Local Board will determine how Grant County’s award is to be distributed among emergency food and / or shelter programs run by local service agencies. The Local Board is responsible for recommend- ing agencies to receive federal funds made available through Phase 35. Under the terms of the National Board award, local organizations chosen to receive funds must be a private voluntary non-profit or unit of government eligible to receive federal funds, with an accounting system and federal employer identification number. Organizations must demonstrate the capability to deliver qualified emergency food and / or shelter programs. Private voluntary organizations must have a voluntary board and practice non-discrimination. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply. Grant County has distributed Emergency Food and Shelter funds previously to the Grant County Food Bank and the Prairie City Baptist Church Food Bank. These agencies were responsible for providing food to qualifying local citizens. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds under Phase 35 may request an application by contacting 541-575- 0059, Grant County Court Office, 201 S. Humbolt Street, No. 280, Canyon City, OR 97820. Completed applications are due before 5:00 pm Friday, June 15, 2018. 60034 pher C. Boyer, 29, John Day, was arrested and charged with assault, menacing, interfering with making a report and crim- inal mischief. • Oregon State Police May 21: Advised of a cow on Highway 26 near Pine Creek Road. May 23: Advised of large rocks on Highway 26 near the Highway 19 junction. May 23: Received a re- port of a suspicious person at a restaurant on South Canyon Boulevard in John Day. • Grant County Sheriff’s Office May 21: Dispatched to East Main Street in John Day for a trespassing report. May 21: Responded to Ingle Street in Mt. Vernon for a suspi- cious person. May 21: Dispatched to East Riverside Street in Mt. Vernon for a theft report. May 21: Responded to Ingle Street in Mt. Vernon for a ha- rassment report in which a per- son threatened to shoot and run over a boyfriend. May 21: Dispatched to a mobile home park on East Main Street in John Day for a domestic report. May 22: Received an iden- tity theft report from Cayuse Lane in John Day. May 22: Responded to Screech Alley in John Day for a report of a possible theft. May 22: Dispatched to Highway 26 near Wagon Ranch for an unwanted person. May 25: Received a flood report from Cayuse Lane in John Day. May 25: Responded to a non-injury accident on High- 1809 First Street • Baker City • (541)523-5439 BARGAIN MATINEE IN ( ) Adults $7 ALL FILMS $6 ON TIGHTWAD TUESDAY MOVIE SCHEDULE JUNE 1-7 SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY (PG-13) Han Solo meets his future copilot Chewbacca and encounters Lando Calrissian years before joining the Rebellion. FRIDAY 6:45 9:35 SATURDAY (3:45) 6:45 9:35 SUNDAY (3:45) 6:45 MON-THURS 6:45 THE RIDER (R) After suffering a near fatal head injury, a young cowboy undertakes a search for new identity and what it means to be a man in the heartland of America. FRIDAY 7:10 9:45 SATURDAY (4:10) 7:10 9:45 SUNDAY (4:10) 7:10 MON-THURS 7:10 DEADPOOL 2 (R) Deadpool brings together a team of fellow mutant rogues to protect a young boy of supernatural abilities from the brutal, time-traveling mutant, Cable. FRIDAY 7:00 9:40 SATURDAY (4:00) 7:00 9:40 SUNDAY (4:00) 7:00 MON-THURS 7:00 $9 Adult, $7 Senior (60+), Youth 60190 Arrests and citations in the Blue Mountain Eagle are taken from the logs of law enforce- ment agencies. Every effort is made to report the court dispo- sition of arrest cases. FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event � What to bring Saturday, June 9 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grant County Road Department 27941 Lower Yard Road, John Day, OR CONTACT Matt Slafkosky, 541-298-7255 ext. 236 slafkosky.matt@deq.state.or.us Drop off your household hazardous waste (at no cost to you) so we can dispose of it in a manner that is safer for the environment. • Pesticides and Poisons • Thermometers* • Thermostats • Mercury and Mercury- containing items • Fluorescent Lights/Ballasts • Polishes • Household Cleaners • Pool Chemicals • Rust Remover • Solvents • Degreasers • Motor Oil • Antifreeze • Engine and Brake Cleaner • Transmission and Brake Fluid • Paint and Paint Thinners • Automotive/Marine Paint • Wood Preservatives • Kerosene/Gas • Aerosols • Batteries • Arts and Crafts Supplies • Adhesives • Photographic Chemicals * Receive a free medical digital thermometer in exchange for a mercury medical thermometer � What not to bring • Radioactive Waste • Ammunition • Explosives • Sharps Safety Tips • Keep products in original containers if possible • Do not mix any products • Keep waste away from passengers This special event is brought to you by Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Grant County 60032
