NEWS
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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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Fire season implemented in John Day Unit
Blue Mountain Eagle
The John Day Unit joined The
Dalles and Prineville units of the
Oregon Department of Forestry’s
Central Oregon District in imple-
menting fire season June 1.
Cooler temperatures and pre-
cipitation over the last few weeks
has been a welcome reprieve from
the rising fire danger observed this
spring. However, warm temperatures
and windy conditions in the fore-
cast will quickly dry wildland fuels
bringing the return of unseasonably
high wildfire danger across the area.
Human caused fires for 2021
within ODF’s Central Oregon Dis-
trict are more than double the
10-year-average for fire starts year-
to-date. Thirty-one fires have burned
243 acres of ODF protected lands
already this year. On average the dis-
trict responds to 136 fires each year,
66 lightning starts and 70 human
ignitions.
The following acts are prohibited
during fire season in accordance with
ORS 477.510 and ORS 477.512:
• Smoking while working in or
traveling through any operation area.
• The use of fuse and caps for
blasting, unless approval is granted
by the forester.
• The discharge of an exploding
target inside the district or within one-
eighth mile of the district.
• The discharge of tracer ammu-
nition on land that is within the dis-
trict or within one-eighth mile of the
district, or when discharged, crosses
above land that is within the district or
within one-eighth mile of the district.
Operators should refer to www.
oregon.gov/odf/fire/Documents/
fire-season-requirements-for-industri-
al-operations.pdf for information spe-
cific to industrial operations during
fire season, or call their local ODF
Office.
For more information on the John
Day Unit — Grant, Wheeler, Mor-
row, Harney and Gilliam counties —
call 541-575-1139.
• Burning of logging slash and
larger debris piles is not currently
allowed in the John Day Unit.
• Burning yard debris and burn
barrels is no longer permitted on lands
protected by ODF.
Malheur National Forest crews are
also continuing to monitor conditions
for prescribed fires.
Contributed photo/Tony Randall
Fire burns along the ground in the Soda Bear prescribed fire area in 2019.
COPS AND COURTS
Arrests and citations in
the Blue Mountain Eagle are
taken from the logs of law
enforcement agencies. Every
effort is made to report the
court disposition of arrest
cases.
Grant County Circuit
Court
Michael A. Salanti violated
the terms of probation by using
intoxicants while on house
arrest, according to a May 27
supplemental judgment. He
was ordered to serve 75 days
in jail.
A count of tampering with
a witness against Scott L.
McMahan Sr. allegedly com-
mitted June 28, 2020, was dis-
missed May 25 based on a
motion by District Attorney
Jim Carpenter that an out-of-
state victim refuses to return to
the state to testify.
Grant County Sheriff
The Grant County Sheriff’s
Office reported the following
for the week of May 26:
Concealed
handgun
licenses: 9
Average inmates: 12
Bookings: 12
Releases: 13
Arrests: 4
Citations: 1
Fingerprints: 2
Civil papers: 15
Warrants processed: 2
Assistance/Welfare check:
2
Search and Rescue: 1
Oregon State Police
May 24: A trooper stopped
a vehicle for multiple vio-
lations on Highway 26 near
milepost 126. The driver pre-
sented an Arizona driver’s
license and had a felony war-
rant out of Ada County, Idaho,
for voyeurism. The suspect
was arrested and transported
to the Grant County Jail where
he was lodged. The Depart-
ment of Human Services made
arrangements for two juveniles
inside the vehicle.
May 25: Following a driv-
ing complaint, a vehicle was
stopped on Highway 26 near
Keeney Fork Road. The adult
female driver displayed multi-
ple indicators of impairment.
After field sobriety tests, she
was taken into custody for
driving under the influence of
intoxicants. At Grant County
Jail, she provided breath sam-
ples indicating blood alcohol
content of 0.22%. Laura M.
Brunton, 59, of Mt. Vernon
was charged with DUII and
cited for no identification. The
vehicle was secured on scene.
May 26: A trooper
responded to assist the sheriff’s
office on Southeast Council
Drive in Mt. Vernon for a report
of an ongoing disturbance and
dispute between neighbors.
The residents, Spencer Leif-
heit, 44, and his wife, Stacy
Heinrich, 54, were arrested by
the sheriff’s office for violating
conditional release provisions.
Dispatch
John Day dispatch worked
197 calls during the week of
May 24-30, including:
• John Day Police
Department
May 24: Dispatched to a
report of loud music on West
Main Street.
May 24: Cited Tye Rook-
stool, 40, of John Day for
speeding.
May 24: Responded to a
theft of service at a business on
Main Street.
May 25: Cited Ashlie
Clark, 29, of John Day for
driving while suspended and
uninsured.
May 26: Cited Joshua
Fisher, 37, of Madras for
speeding.
May 30: Cited Karin
Thompson Barntish, 67, of
John Day for speeding.
May 30: Cited Katherine
M. Boula, 67, of La Grande for
speeding.
May 30: Cited Matthew P.
Walker, 37, of John Day for
driving while suspended and
uninsured.
May 30: Cited Janet M.
Teague, 60, of Prairie City for
speeding.
• Oregon State Police
May 25: Advised on a non-
injury crash with a boulder on
Highway 26.
May 25: A cow was
reported on Highway 26.
• Grant County Sheriff’s
Office
May 25: Responded to an
alarm at a business on Front
Street.
May 25: A theft was
reported in Seneca.
May 25: Arrested Brogan
C. McKrola, 22, on a Grant
County warrant.
May 25: A person having
mental problems was reported
in Mt. Vernon.
May 25: Cited Ryan Gerry,
45, of John Day for speeding,
43/25 zone.
May 26: Responded to a
report of harassment on Wash-
ington Street.
May 26: A dispute was
reported on Council Drive in
Mt. Vernon.
May 27: Cited Kurt Streit,
55, of Prineville for speeding,
52/35 zone.
May 27: Cited Luke Man-
ning, 28, of Eugene for speed-
ing, 46/25 zone.
May 27: Cited Caroline
Nordman, 24, of Redwood
City, California for speed-
ing, 80/65 zone, and later for
speeding, 46/25 zone, and
careless driving.
May 28: Cited Michael R.
Committee Volunteers Needed
Grant County is now recruiting volunteers to serve on active boards
and committees.
Obtain an Application to Volunteer from County Court,
201 S. Humbolt, No. 280, Canyon City OR 97820;
(541-575-0059) puckettk@grantcounty-or.gov
Applications are due by Tuesday, June 15th, 2021.
Committees are formal public bodies required to comply with
Oregon Public Meetings Law ORS 192.610.
College Advisory Board
Seven members plus three ex-officio members serve a three year term and meet monthly
to promote local educational opportunities and identify educational needs within the com-
munity.
Extension & 4-H Service District Advisory Council
Eleven members serve three year terms and meet semi-annually to provide guidance and
assistance to local OSU Extension staff in planning, developing, and evaluating balanced
educational programs directed to high priority needs of county residents. Membership is
limited to one re-appointment.
Library Advisory Board
Seven members serve four year terms and meet monthly to promote public awareness and
support of library services, receive public input, review and update library materials, and
coordinate activities with the Grant County Library Foundation. Membership is limited to one
re-appointment.
Natural Resources Advisory Committee
Nine members serve one and two year terms. Members must live in Grant County and con-
stitute a representation of agriculture and livestock production, timber and wood products
production, recreation, hunting and fishing, water resources, mining, cultural resources and
advocates for natural resources stewardship through continuation of the customs, culture,
health, safety and economic stability of Grant County.
Planning Commission
Nine members serve a four year term and two alternates serve a two year term, meeting
as needed to review land use and zoning applications and discuss city and county growth
issues and siting new facilities. Members must be residents of various geographic areas
within the county and no more than two voting members shall be engaged in the same kind
of business, occupation, trade or profession with agriculture designations of livestock / for-
age crop production and horticulture / specialty crop production. Commissioners serving in
this capacity must file an Annual Verified Statement of Economic Interest with the Oregon
Government Ethics Commission. Members must re-apply to the County Court before their
term ends if they wish to be re-appointed. The commission is a formal public body required
to comply with Oregon Public Meetings Law ORS 192.610.
Wildlife Advisory Board
Created by Resolution 1993-29. Nine members serve three year terms and meet as
needed to discuss issues regarding big game management and make recommendations
to Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, including tag allocation and hunting season
structure as they relate to population and damage of property.ocation and hunting season
structure as they relate to population and damage of property.
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Huson, 64, of Tahuya, Wash-
ington, for speeding.
May 29: Cited Jane Cart-
wright, 57, for speeding.
May 30: Advised of a non-
injury crash on the Izee-Pau-
lina Highway.
• John Day ambulance
May 25: Assisted a resident
on West Main Street with oxy-
gen during a power outage.
May 26: Responded for a
34-year-old man with chest
pain on Northwest Second
Avenue.
May 26: Paged for an
unconscious patient on South
Canyon Boulevard.
May 27: Responded for a
70-year-old man with trouble
breathing on East Main Street.
May 27: Responded for an
82-year-old woman who fell
on West Main Street.
May 27: Dispatched for a
man having a possible heart
attack on Dugout Lane.
May 27: Responded for a
man who was not feeling well
on Southwest First Street.
May 28: Responded for
a 69-year-old woman with
leg pain on North Mountain
Boulevard.
May 29: Paged for a
76-year-old woman with chest
pain on West Main Street.
• Long Creek ambulance
May 29: Responded for an
85-year-old woman with chest
congestion on Highway 395.
• Dayville fire
May 25: Responded to an
alarm at the Thomas Condon
Paleontology Center.
BUSINESS MANAGER—GRANT COUNTY ESD
Grant County ESD is seeking a Business Manager/Deputy Clerk. The business manager directs the op-
erations of the Fiscal Services Department to provide effective and efficient business services to schools
and the ESD and to assist the superintendents in providing the best possible administrative services to
constituent district employees and ESD personnel with the financial and human resources available.
The Business Manager/Deputy Clerk will often work beyond an eight-hour day and a five-day week to
take care of daily work, attend meetings, conferences and district/school activities. The business manag-
er must have extensive knowledge of GAAP, budget laws and regulations, demonstrated knowledge of
the audit process. Must have excellent communication, problem-solving and small-group process skills.
Must frequently make decisions; use independent judgment and/or independent action; mentor, use
discretion; and analyze problems. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from various people.
Frequently present and teach or train. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, write
routine reports and correspondence. Confidentiality is crucial. Workloads are heavy and timelines can
be unreasonably short and inflexible. Requests and issues are often received which require immediate
attention and conflict with other priorities.
Position reports to the superintendent, supervises the fiscal services personnel, and is ultimately respon-
sible for the day-to-day operations of the Fiscal Services Department.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Enforces district accounting practices and policies to affirm that all financial records are maintained
in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Stan-
dards Board (GASB), district policies, and federal, state, and local laws or regulations.
• Researches, interprets, and understands current and proposed regulations, accounting principles, and
other statutory requirements.
• Provides management and oversight or performs the following accounting services and activities:
accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, contracts, fixed assets, general ledger, payroll,
purchasing, grant accounting, student body funds, debt management, ADM student reporting and
accounting, and treasury.
• Provides counsel, expertise, and guidance to the superintendent, the boards, district staff, administra-
tors, in financial and human resource matters.
• Oversees grant accounting including expenditure reporting and auditing of expenditures to submitted
budgets
• Oversee and manage the software accounting system for district revenues and expenditures and cash
management in accordance with generally accepted government accounting principles and district
policy.
• Assists, leads and directs the budget process in accordance with Local Budget Law; coordinates,
plans, and oversees the development of the district budget; monitors budget expenditures to ensure
compliance and a positive financial status, in accordance with District, State and Federal Guidelines,
and GASB Standards
• Performs a variety of revenue forecasts and cash flow analysis; prepares revenue and expenditure
projections; invests funds for safety of principal, liquidity, and for maximum return.
• Attends all school board meetings; take minutes, prepare and present reports/responses related to the
financial status of the district and other matters under their responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with customers at all levels (management, clerical support, regulatory
officials, and component district personnel) to clearly ascertain the concerns raised and respond
courteously, promptly, and accurately.
• Maintain general ledger; generate reconciled monthly financial statements, prepare journal entries as
needed.
• Manage, report, and draw down funds for all district state and federal grants.
• Oversee internal auditing system to ensure accurate tracking of financial information in preparation
for yearly external audit.
• Maintain records required by district policy and state statute, including bid files, contract, etc.
Prepare and submit reports and records required by state and federal agencies and district superinten-
dents.
• Responsible for monthly payments of employee insurance premiums and payments to savings plan(s)
as selected by the employee.
• Responsible for monthly PERS payments and reconciliation of the account.
• Responsible for maintenance of current and accurate files on all active and inactive employees as
related to payroll records, insurance, PERS, and leave reporting.
• Provide Human Resource services for all employees, including assisting with health insurance options,
PERS, life insurance, etc.
• Responsible for accurate monthly payroll. Prepare payroll checks and direct deposition stubs for
distribution and maintain payroll records, prepare ACH for bank, ensure all payroll liabilities (including
federal and state taxes) are correct and paid timely. Prepare all quarterly and annual payroll reports.
• Perform other tasks and work-related duties as requested by the superintendent.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a comparable field or evidence of equivalent knowledge of ac-
counting principles, data processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll procedures.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Accounting Standards with five years of progressively
responsible governmental fund accounting, preferably in a public school or educational institution.
• Demonstrated skills in accounting software, data processing, spreadsheets, and word processing (such
as Visions Fund Accounting system, MS Word, and Excel).
• Ability to operate standard office equipment with 10-key proficiency.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to work independently prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of
accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information related to personnel,
employee contracts, and legal matters affecting the district(s).
• Must be bondable and never been refused a bond.
COMPENSATION: The position is full-time and year round. The compensation package is competitive
with similarly sized districts and negotiable based on experience. Candidates must possess, or be able to
obtain, an Oregon Driver’s license and pass a background check including fingerprints
Timeline: Applications will be accepted immediately and duties will begin as soon as the successful
applicant is available.
APPLICATION PACKET CONTENTS:
• A completed application form from Grant County ESD (http://www.grantesd.k12.or.us/employment.
html)
• A resume including three current references
All Application materials will be sent to:
Grant County ESD
attn: Robert Waltenburg, Superintendent
835A S. Canyon Blvd.
John Day, OR 97845
Applications may also be dropped off at the above location during regular business hours.
Grant County Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable state
and federal statutes and regulations in employment and district programs. Equal employment opportunity and
treatment shall be provided in recruiting, hiring, retaining, transferring, promoting, and training of all employees
regardless of the individual’s race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, or
disability.
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