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FOUR - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, March 3, 1993 The Official Newspaper of the City of Heppner and the County of Morrow Heppner GAZETTE-TIMES U S P S. 240-420 Morrow County’s Home-Owned Weekly Newspaper Published wcekls and entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Hepp ner, Oregon under the Act of March 3, 1879f Second class postage paid at Hepp ner, Oregon. Office at 147 West Willow Street. Telephone (503) 676-9228. Postmaster send address changes to the Heppner Gazette-Times, P.O. Bos 337, Heppner. Oregon 97836. Subscriptions: 115 in Morrow, Wheeler, Gilliam and Grant Counties: $23 elsewhere. Jovce H u g h es........................................................... Office Manager, Typesetting ' April Hilton-Sykes............................................................................... News Editor Mary Van Bibber ............................................................... Graphics Department Monique D ev in ..............................................................................................Bindery Penni K eersem aker........................................................................................ Printer Jean Ann T u rn e r....................................................................................Distribution David and April Hilton-Svkes, Publishers Letters to the Editor Creamer has interest in entire county lit the Editor: Hello to the voters at large of Morrow County. This coming week you will be asked to vote for Port of Morrow’s commis- sioners for two expiring terms. I would like to recommend the re- election o f incumbent Dan Creamer. He has served us well in this capacity and has the in terest of the entire county in mind m luv scr\ icc. He is well versed in tin hmetions of the Port of Morrow and the many dreams of the future that arc anticipated. Let s return Dan to his incum bent position and let him realize the satisfaction of realizing the completion of some of the many challenges lie has worked toward. Sincerely, ts) David Barnett Grace has expertise To the Editor: This letter is written in regards to position no. 2 race on the Port of Morrow Commission Board coming up for election in March. With the continuing diversifica tion in business development go ing on at the Port of Morrow it is more important than ever to have commissioners with a solid financial background to analyze business ventures and help Port Commissioner Gary Neal review possible business relationships. John Grace, a local banker, has those qualifications. Besides working in a commercial bank on a daily basis, John also serves on the GEODC board where he has gained valuable experience in reviewing business plans. His expertise and experience would be a valuable asset to the Port of Morrow. Both in incumbent Dan Creamer and Gene Allen are long time residents of North Morrow County and are quality in dividuals, however both of them lack the financial background that I feel is important in this race. Please support John Grace in the Port of Morrow Commis sioner Position No. 2 race. Sincerely, (s) George Koffler Sharkey puts in maximum effort To the Editor:. I would like to voice my sup port for Bill Sharkey for reelec tion to the board of commis sioners for the Port of Morrow. I have known Bill since he came to Boardman some 20 years ago. Since that time Bill has been in volved in a lot o f public volunteerism. He has been a city councilman, a member of the board of directors of the park and cemetery districts and for the last eight years as a port commissioner. Bill is not one to get elected and then sit there with a title and do nothing. When Bill takes on a job he puts the maximum effort into making sure that the job has been done right, as is evidenced by his time spent this last year on the commission. He took time out of his day on 80 different occasions to be involved in port business. There are few people with this commitment and time. There has also been a tremendous amount of growth in the eight years that Bill has been involved. It is for these reasons that 1 urge you in joining me in supporting Bill Sharkey for reelection. Yours truly, (s) Vernon Russell Grace nice addition to port commission To the Editor: Elect John Grace Port of Mor row Commissioner. John's ex perience as vice president of GEODC has already brought us some local benefits. He has some ideas about using the federal Jobs Training Partner ship Act to develop local sons and daughters to fill the ever expan ding employment base at the port. Our Port of Morrow has been an aggressive and irreplaceable leader in locating industries to add value to local produce and develop jobs. John Grace’s energy and experience would be a nice addition to the port commission. Respectfully, (s) Eric Anderson WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH ST. PATRICK’S DAY The St. Patrick’s Day celebra tion gets bigger and better every year. Much o f the money to put on the celebration comes .from the St. Patrick's Day Auction. The St. Pat's commit tee receives NO outside fu n ding. We need gift certificates, fu rn itu re , hom em ade or crafted items, antiques, baked goods, etc. For pickup, please call Bob Kahl or Rollie Mar shall. Thank You! Call Today With Your Items Bob Kahl Rollie Marshall Evenings: 676-5422 Evenings: 676-5453 __________ Day»: 676-9113_____________ Consider balance, re-elect Sharkey Vote for Creamer To the Editor: I am writing this letter in sup port of Dan Creamer for port commissioner. Dan has been able to have a positive impact on the port these last four years. Dan. as a retired tug boat captain has been active in the planning and design of the expansion of the dock facilities. Dan has also helped to pass the resolution in both the planning commission and the port commission to build a road through the Boeing proper ty from lone to Boardman. Dan has worked hard with the Oregon Public Ports Association (as vice president) to lobby for Bill 9% (gas pipeline for the co gen plant), as well as Bill 2429, which helped with dock and dredging activities. Dan has also been active in the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association’s efforts to gain help at the federal level towards dredg ing, fish and timber issues. Vote for Dan Creamer. Sincerely, (s) Kent Goodyear Grace has solid financial background To the Editor: 1 was delighted to see that John Grace, the manager of Inland Empire Bank's Morrow and Gil liam County bank branches, has thrown his hat into the ring for Port of Morrow Commissioner. John’s expertise in financing and business developm ent, together with his clear headedness, and a can do attitude towards getting a job accomplish ed, would dovetail well with the leadership exhibited by Kent Goodyear, commission president, and Gary Neal, the Port manager. I have worked with John over the last several years on the board of directors, executive and loan committees of the Greater Eastern Oregon Development Corporation, and have grown to appreciate his good judgement, ability to work with people and his deep knowledge in finance. These qualitites have helped that organization grow. John has been instrumental in disbursing the GEODC’s offices from Umatilla County to Hepp ner, where we now have our new headquarters, and in getting the services of the GEODC spread to all of the outlying communities in our five county area. I see John Grace as an emerg ing leader in a younger genera tion of Morrow County citizens who can add tremendous new dimensions to the abilities of the Port of Morrow in its service to business and industry, and to all of us citizens. I strongly recommend your vote in support of John Grace in- the coming March mail election. Very truly, (s) John Prag Grace qualified for commissioner To the Editor: John Grace is running for com missioners for the Port of Mor row in the March election. He is well qualified for this position. As manager of the Boardman branch of Inland Empire Bank he is well aware of the economic activity To the Editor: Bill Sharkey has been a co(n-‘ missioner of the Port of Morrow the past eight years, and during that time has had a great deal of input into the direction of the Port. He has great knowledge of the daily operations of the port and his help was invaluable for several months when we were between port managers. Bill has spent a great deal of time and effort over the last two and a half years with me on the Current port works well To the Editor: When the Port of Morrow was formed, no provision was made to zone the county-wide district to provide representation on the Port Commission which would assure representation of the entire county. At port commission elec tions, com m issioners were selected on the basis of the highest votes even if all commis sioners should come from only one area of the county. While ser ving on the port commission, I was concerned about this because it held the possibility of leaving some com m unities without representation on the Port Com mission. Other commissioners were equally concerned. An in vestigation revealed that at the late date, attempts at zoning would have almost meant dissolv ing the port and starting over. This was out of the question. However in recognition of the To the Editor: If we are to be all we can be, then we must all work together to assure that it comes to pass. That is what Arthur Allen believed two and four decades ago. He was very successful in that. If you choose politics as usual with no particular vision in mind, trying to promote economic growth for all of Morrow Coun ty. Currently, he is on the negotiating committee for the co generation plant, and with his support, this soon could be a reality and a great asset to Mor row County. Bill Sharkey tries to be as ac curate and concise as possible, he wants to know all the facts before voting any decision that affects you, the citizens. His experience and knowledge of the Port of Morrow is of great value. I strongly urge you to vote and re elect Bill Sharkey, Port of Mor row commissioner. Sincerely, (s) Colleen Nuttbrock past commissioner, '84-85 Program of East Central Oregon. John has been active in working with various groups promoting affordable housing for our com munities, as well as being a past member of a citizens’ advisory panel for the jobs training act. I strongly support the election of John Grace to the Port of Mor row Commission in the March election. Sincerely, (s) Lee Docken I SS /V W V W v V 9 V V V \\V \V A V A \V V W A V V \M WILLOW CREEK COUNTRY CLUB WORK DAY - MARCH 6th | Bring your shovels, rakes, gloves, i; Lunch will be served 11 We need your help i: to get the course \good shape to start I a great season. 111 N. Court Heppner 676-9643 V GROCERIES - MEATS - PRODUI Western Family 11 oz all varieties Toaster Pastry t Cling Free or Western Family Softner Sheets Lady Elberta Freestone 29 oz. Peaches Apricot Preserves 13, 14, 20 & 21 8:00 a.m. j j Court Street Marke! Western Family 32 oz. Sign up NOW for Scotch Doubles at Heppner Bowl March then I say you deserve it. On the other hand, if you choose a clear vision based on ex perience, high intelligence and the will to serve all of Morrow . County, your choice is clear. It is Gene Allen for Port Com mission Position H2. Gene Allen has earned your trust and deserves your vote. (s) Mabel Allen Contact Roger Britt 676-5096 Supports Grace To the Editor: It is my pleasure to recommend to the voters of Morrow County my support for the election of John Grace to the Port of Mor row Commission. Our generation of citizens in Morrow County needs to have leaders of John’s ability speaking on our behalf for the future development and pro gress of Morrow County. John Grace’s ability to cut clearly to the point and seek out new and better ways to finance business have been greatly ap preciated by us in our ongoing business affairs and I am sure that the same sort of expertise would be invaluable to the Port of Mor row Commission. John’s service to Morrow County includes serving on the planning commission of Morrow County, the board of directors of Greater Eastern Oregon Develop ment Corporation, and as past director for Community Action problem the commission voted to number all of the commissioner's positions so that voters would vote on each position separately and in that way there would be at least a good chance that equal representation could be maintain ed. For the past eight years this has worked well. Present com missioners are: Kent Goodyear, Heppner; John Bristow, lone; Larry Lindsay, north Lexington; Bill Sharkey, Boardman; and Dan Creamer, Irrigon. These commis sioners have w orked well together in the best interest of the county wide port district. All are exprienced and have spent much time and effort in furthering the port. I believe this is a pattern of representation on the port com mission that needs to be maintained. Sincerely, (s) Matt Doherty Allen for Port Commissioner going on in the area. He also ser vices many customers in the south end of Morrow and Gilliam Counties and is attuned to their needs. John will be a great asset to the Port of Morrow. 1 urge you to vote for John Grace. Signed, (s) Buzz Logan Sharkey’s performance warrants support To the Editor: As a past port commissioner of Morrow County, I know for a fact, it takes a great deal of time and energy to be a port commissioner. An effective and efficient com missioner should travel and attend meetings outside of the area, in addition to the monthly port meetings, to be a well-informed commissioner. Bill Sharkey has done this. He has worked part of or all of 80 days in the past year, serving you the voters of Morrow County. Obviously, he is con cerned about the welfare of Mor row County and its citizens. He knows the history of the Port of Morrow, how it func tions, and what its goals are in “ Joint-V enture” committee negotiating a successful conclu sion to the agreement on the “ Coyote Springs” Co-generation Plant to be built by Portland General Electric. When you vote for this impor tant position, I hope you consider the balance we currently have on the Port Commission. Re-elect Bill Sharkey. Sincerely, (s) Kent Goodyear reg. *1” $ l l 5 Pkg. reg. I209 • l l # ea. reg. *349 Onions * l* * e a . * 3 ° # -+deP Western Family or Morrell 12 oz. reg. ’ I5* Lunch Meat Mini Peeled 1 lb. bag Carrots . Red Delicious Apples 15V Fresh Oregon Whole Body Fryers New York Steak 8 0 V. * 0 a ®ib. Boneless *»*V Fresh 10 oz. 99*™ . Oysters ••* ea 00V . Dry Yellow 99*ea. 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