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January 29, 2016 | Cannon Beach Gazette | cannonbeachgazette.com • 5A NEWS BRIEFS Balloons carried explosives over Pacifi c F or many of us, the word balloon is synonymous with happy memories; Fhildhood water balloon ¿ Jhts, birthdays, celebration. The con- cept of a balloon beinJ used for destruction and mayhem is shocNinJ, but that¶s e[actly what happened towards the end of World War II. Even in 2013, many were un- aware that these armaments had ever e[isted. $ surprisinJ fact when one considers that these bombs were possibly the ¿ rst Nnown e[ample of interconti- nental weaponry. What many may not under- stand is how the -apanese ¿ J- ured out how to use the 3aci¿ c Met stream. 'urinJ the 10s the $[is power conducted several atmospheric e[periments. 3art of this was mappinJ out air cur- rents by launchinJ balloons with measurinJ instruments attached from the west side of Japan and retrievinJ them on the east side. 'urinJ this study researchers discovered a stronJ air current known as the Jet Stream. It was conjectured that some- thinJ could travel this stream of air and possibly reach the Unit- ed States. In 1ovember of 1, they did just that. Japan admits that the ¿ rst of the balloon bombs were released into the jet stream towards the end of the war. The tables had turned, and in what many consider a last-ditch effort Japan beJan launchinJ balloons carryinJ e[plosive and incendi- ary bombs. $n ama]inJ feat if you think about it. What is even more impres- sive is how the United States ¿ Jured out where these devices were cominJ from. The point of oriJin wasn¶t apparent upon landinJ, so it was up to those who discovered intact devices to ¿ Jure out e[actly where they had come from. $ccordinJ to an article published in National *eoJraphic several years aJo, it was forensic JeoloJists who made the discovery of where the balloons were cominJ from. They used sand discovered in the ballasts of the balloons, to pin point that the balloons were most likely beinJ launched from the island of Honshu, Japan. 2f the ,000 balloon bombs that Japan has admitted to send- Economic development group hosts February workshops REFLECTIONS &latsop Economic 'evelopment 5e- sources, the county¶s primary economic development aJency, has several work- shops for small business owners cominJ up in February at &latsop &ommunity &olleJe. $ll classes have prereJistration. For more information or to reJister for class online, visit www.clatsoped.com. For Tuestions or help in reJisterinJ, call 03-33-202 or email sbdc#clatsop- cc.edu ELAINE TRUCKE Balloon bomb facts Ԃ These bombs were possibly the fi rst known example of interconti- nental weaponry. Clinic hopes to offer primary, substance abuse services Ԃ Forensic geologists used sand in the ballasts of the balloons to trace them to the island of Honshu, Japan. Wendy Hemsley, who helped set up $wakeninJs by the Sea, a druJ and alco- hol treatment center in Seaside for wom- en, said a thouJht kept cominJ to her. ³I kept sayinJ that someone should open a clinic that provides primary care and ancillary support for people with substance abuse,´ said Hemsley, who runs her own medical billinJ company and has helped start up several clinics. Late last year, Hemsley turned her thouJht into reality, openinJ the North &oast Medical &linic inside the Spe[arth %uildinJ in downtown $storia, offer- inJ a hybrid of primary care, substance abuse and mental health care services. The clinic recently moved to 1 30th St. in the Mill 3ond neiJhborhood, where it will hold an open house from to 7 p.m. Friday. Ԃ Of the 9,000 balloon bombs sent to the U.S. there were only 342 incidents. Ԃ 45 bomb incidents oc- curred in Oregon. Ԃ In May 1945, a pastor’s pregnant wife and several children from their church accidentally triggered a bomb and were killed. inJ to the U.S. there were only 32 incidents. 2f these, oc- curred in 2reJon. 2f all of these incidents only one resulted in casualties, a fact that was kept secret until the war was over. It seems clear that there wasn¶t a speci¿ c tarJet. They were simply releasinJ somethinJ capable of destruction and hop- inJ that it would wreak havoc. It was not an unusual move for Japan durinJ World War II. They had made multiple attempts in 2reJon to cause forest ¿ res, with limited success. The balloons were successful in one way, their inJenuity. %alloons reached as far inland as 'etroit, surprisinJ fact to many. Most probably ended up deep in 2reJon, Wash- inJton, and &alifornian forests far from civilians. Unfortunate- ly, at least one balloon found a tarJet. In May 1, a pastor¶s preJ- nant wife and several children from their church were picnick- inJ just outside %ly. While e[- plorinJ they happened upon an unusual object, which turned Newmans at 988 presents anniversary dinner &hef John Newman and his wife Sandy are hostinJ a celebratory dinner Friday, Feb. , to commemorate their 10-year anniversary of Newmans at in &annon %each on the OreJon &oast. The dinner will replicate the cult movie classic ³%iJ NiJht´ set in the 10s on the New Jersey shore and will feature si[ courses with wines. This is their 10th year in recreatinJ the menu featured in the movie. The meal is centered around a pasta dish called ³timpano,´ or drum. $lso on the menu are soup, a risotto course, a ¿ sh course and porchetta and of course dessert. Specially selected Italian wines will accompany each course and be pre- sented by wine maker $aron &oe. The cost per person is and space is limited. This is a family-style seat- inJ event unless prior arranJements are made. &all 03-3-111 for more in- formation or to make reservations. Newmans at is located at Hemlock at the corner of Harrison Street. SUBMITTED PHOTO/CANNON BEACH GAZETTE Balloon bombs were transported by winds over the Pacifi c Ocean during World War II, many landing in the United States. out to be one of the incendiary bombs from a balloon bomb. They accidentally triJJered it and were killed. The citi]ens and media of %ly and surroundinJ towns were asked to keep this loss secret. The military did not want to let Japan know that one of their de- vices had been successful. This was the only casualty to have oc- curred on the continental United States durinJ World War II. The balloon bombs were and are still danJerous. Not the joyful cre- ations of your youth, but thinJs made for war. For more informa- tion on World War II on the Ore- Jon coast visit the &annon %each History &enter Museum, open Thursday throuJh Monday from 1 to p.m. For an even more e[- citinJ perspective on the balloon bombs check out the documenta- ry ³On 3aper WinJs´ by OreJon documentarian, Ilana Sol. M U N I C I PA L M E M O January 2016 Is published monthly by the City of Cannon Beach ')QYGT5VTGGVr|21$QZr%CPPQP$GCEJ14 r|(CZr|66; MEETINGS HELPFUL TIPS FROM YOUR CANNON BEACH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 2016 %KV[%QWPEKN4GIWNCT/GGVKPI %KV[%QWPEKN9QTM5GUUKQP &GUKIP4GXKGY$QCTF 2NCPPKPI%QOOKUUKQP CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION, January 5, 2016 Council met in executive session pursuant to ORS 192.660 (2) (b) to consider the dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent who does not re- quest an open hearing. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING, January 5, 2016 • Authorized staff to apply for a State Homeland Security Grant which could be used to purchase emergency manage- ment equipment, such as command tents, generators etc. This is a non-match- ing grant so there would be no cost to the City; • Reappointed Sharon Clyde to the Budget Committee, Todd Rowley to the De- sign Review Board and Hank Johnson to the Planning Commission; • Approved adding a section to the Council Rules of Pro- cedure to address ‘tie votes’; • Approved the selection criteria for the Auditing Services Request for Proposal; • Approved the selection criteria for the following Request for Qualifications: Parks, Water & Waste Water master plans; • Approved the ground lease agreement be- tween the City and the Cannon Beach Library until the year 2070; • Approved the renewal of a 5 year ground lease agreement between the City and the Tolovana Arts Colony. CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AND WORK SESSION, January 12, 2016 • Accepted the financial statements and supple- mental information for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015, with independent auditor’s (14;174+0(14/#6+10 /#;145CO5VGKFGN %170%+.1459GPF[*KIIKPU /GNKUUC%CFYCNNCFGT/KMG $GPGƂGNF)GQTIG8GVVGT %+6;/#0#)'4$TCPV-WEGTC RO RO RO RO report in the Special Meeting; • The City Planner presented maps depicting dif- ferent time, place, manner options to Council to aid in their discussion of the establishment of recreational and medical marijuana retail outlets within the city, in the work session. EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT • The City has hired a new Receptionist/Municipal Court Clerk. Samantha Palmieri began work at City Hall on Monday, January 4, 2016; • A Team Building session has been organized for City Councilors. This will take the place of the an- nual goal setting. Goals will be set at the Strategic Planning scheduled for later in the spring; • The Citizen Survey will be mailed to every household in Can- non Beach in mid-February. The results of this survey will help the City draft its Strategic Plan. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD - At their December 17, 2015 meeting the DRB discussed: DRB 15-14, Harding, Application for Major Modifications at 277 Beaver Avenue - Approved with Conditions DRB 15-15, Haystack Gardens, Application for Landscape Modifi- cations at 148 E Gower Street - Ap- proved with Conditions At their January 21, 2016 meeting the DRB discussed: FS 16-01, Cottage Crafter’s Collection Sign Lo- cated at 1347 S Hemlock Street - Approved PLANNING COMMISSION - At their Decem- ber 21, 2015 meeting the Planning Commission discussed: SR 15-05, Tolovana Architects Request for a Setback Reduction in Conjunction with the Construction of a New Garage at 159 Center Street - Continued to February PD 15-01, Nicholson Request for Final Approval (Stage Three) Criteria for PD 14-01, Plan Devel- opment at 532 N Laurel Street - Continued to January The Planning Commission is scheduled to meet January 28, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Winterize Your Vehicle Check or have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Antifreeze levels - ensure they are sufficient to avoid freezing. • Battery and ignition system - should be in top condition and battery terminals should be clean. • Brakes - check for wear and fluid levels. • Exhaust system - check for leaks and crimped pipes and repair or replace as necessary. Carbon monoxide is deadly and usually gives no warn- ing. • Fuel and air filters - replace and keep water out of the system by using additives and maintaining a full tank of gas. A full tank will keep the fuel line from freezing. • Heater and defroster - ensure they work properly. • Lights and flashing hazard lights - check for serviceability. • Oil - check for level and weight. Heavier oils congeal more at low temperatures and do not lubricate as well. • Thermostat - ensure it works properly. • Windshield wiper equipment - repair any prob- lems and maintain proper washer fluid level. • Install good winter tires - Make sure the tires have adequate tread. All-weather radials are usually adequate for most winter conditions. However, some jurisdictions require that to drive on their roads, vehicles must be equipped with chains or snow tires with studs. NOTICE OF VACANCIES CITY COMMISSIONS, BOARDS & COMMITTEES appointment. Applications are available at City Hall, 163 E. Gower Street, Cannon Beach, by email addressed to riggs@ci.cannon-beach.or.us, or on- line at www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us. Applications should be returned to Colleen Riggs, City Recorder, Cannon Beach City Hall, and P.O. Box 368, Cannon Beach, OR 97110 by 4:00PM, Monday January 25th. For more information, please contact Colleen Riggs by email or phone at (503) 436-8052. The City of Cannon Beach is seeking applications for the following vacancies: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE: THREE (3) vacancies The primary responsibility of the Emergency Preparedness Committee is to plan emergency response on a city-wide basis and make recom- mendations to the City Council. The Emergency Preparedness Committee holds its regular meetings on the last Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. and may schedule work sessions as needed. PLANNING COMMISSION: ONE (1) vacancy The seven-member Planning Commission’s primary responsibility is to review and consider land use matters and make determinations and recom- mendations regarding appropriate and orderly physical development of the City through the appli- cation of accepted standards and criteria. The term of office is four years. The Planning Commission holds its regular meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. and work sessions are scheduled monthly as needed. To be eligible to serve on a City committee, applicants must have resided within the city or its urban growth boundary during the one year im- mediately preceding appointment; or at the time of appointment, shall have owned real property located within the city or its urban growth bound- ary for at least one year immediately preceding Update the emergency kits in your vehicles with: • A shovel • Windshield scraper and small broom • Flashlight • Battery powered radio • Extra batteries • Water • Snack food • Matches • Extra hats, socks and mittens • First aid kit with pocket knife • Necessary medications • Blanket(s) • Tow chain or rope • Road salt and sand • Booster cables • Emergency flares • Fluorescent distress flag City of Cannon Beach Tourism and Arts Commis- sion To Accept Applications The Tourism and Arts Commission (TAC) will soon be accepting applications for funding efforts to increase tourism to Cannon Beach in the shoul- der seasons. Do you have an idea for a promotion or event that would contribute to the arts, would bring in tourists traveling more than 50 miles for either day trips or overnight stays and would benefit the local economy? Tourism and Art Fund grants can be used for expenses like: personnel, special events, signage, attractions, promotional materials and ad- vertising. Past events and activities funded by TAC include the Cannon Beach Yoga Festival, Get Lit at the Beach, Cannon Beach Arts Association Juried Shows and the Coaster Theater to name a few. The TAC would love to hear from you! Applica- tions are due by 2:00PM, May 4, 2016, and awards are made within 75 days. For information on the guidelines, procedures and applications for funds, please contact Colleen Riggs at riggs@ci.cannon-beach.or.us or by phone: 503.436.8052. CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED Monday, February 15, 2016 in observance of President’s Day
