Heppner Gazette-Times. Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, May 4, 1994 - SEVEN
County prenatal care lowest in state Loca, scholarship winners announced
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Maternal risk
factors in Mor
row County are more than twice
the state average, according to
recently released vital statistic
figures for 1992.
According to the statistics, 11.7
percent of the 120 Morrow Coun
ty mothers who gave birth in
1992 received inadequate care.
The state average is 5.3 percent.
The percentage of Morrow Coun
ty mothers under 18 years old and
non-white mothers receiving in
adequate care is consistently dou
ble the state average. Nine per
cent of Morrow County teenage
mothers, the highest percentage
in the state, are receiving inade
quate care versus 5.3 percent
statewide. Thirty-three percent of
non-w hite M orrow County
mothers are receiving inadequate
care compared to 15.3 percent
statewide.
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Morrow P n County’s
figures
con
trast with counties with a similar
number of births. Six percent of
mothers in Grant County receiv
ed inadequate material care; 4.4
percent in Harney County; 5.6
percent in Lake County; 5.1 per
cent in Wallowa County; and 2.6
in Baker County, liven Umatilla
County, with a much higher
number of births than Morrow
County, at 10.9 percent, had a
lower percentage of mothers
receiving inadequate care.
‘‘Our prenatal statistics are just
horrible,” said Morrow County
Health director Laura Burnside-
McElligott. “ We’re one of the
worst in the state.”
Burnside McElligott says that
because there is no prenatal care
provider in Morrow County,
mothers are forced to drive out
of the county for care. The pro
blem arises, says Burnside-
McElligott, when mothers are
unable or unwilling to travel to
providers in H erm iston or
Pendleton. Low income mothers
may not be able to afford to
travel. Language may also be a
problem for Hispanic mothers.
Dr. Jeanne Berretta, Heppner,
said that the decision to eliminate
prenatal care from services pro
vided in south Morrow County
was made before she and her hus
band, Dr. Ed P^rretta. arrived in
Heppner.
She says that they do not have
plans to reinstate prenatal care for
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Boardman, Oregon 97818
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Melatonin May Help
Some Sleep Problems
Melatonin is a hormone pro
duced by the small pineal gland in
the brain. Current interest in the
hormone is based on recent na
tional radio and television news
reports of the effectiveness of the
hormone as a sleep aid. The ap
peal of the hormone is that it can be
obtained without a prescription in
some food and nutrition stores as a
3 mg tablet, or combined in a tablet
with other agents referred to as
"herbal sedatives.” Other more or
less concentrated forms may be
available. Because it is a nutri
tional supplement, currently there
are no regulations regarding prod
uct claims.
Scientists have studied mela
tonin for several years and have
discovered certain effects it has on
the body. For example, melatonin
enhances enzymes that help pro
duce brain chemicals such as sero
tonin and dopamine. Both chemi
cals are important in the transfer of
messages in the brain and nervous
system.
Melatonin has been evaluated
in the treatment of jet lag, a prob
lem related to changes in body
rhythms. Melatonin is secreted
during hours of darkness and may
play an important role in maintain
ing normal sleep. When given in
doses of 5 mg daily by mouth for
one week (starting three days be
fore travel), melatonin has been
shown to be helpful in alleviating
jet lag in long flights. The hor
mone also may be useful in de
layed sleep syndrome.
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several r a reasons:
-the Berrettas would have to
leave their practice to obtain ad
ditional obstetrical training. This
would leave south Morrow Coun
ty without any physicians.
-the county already has difficul
ty obtaining substitute physicians,
but even if substitutes for the Ber
rettas were available, the cost
would be substantial;
-malpractice insurance required
for o b stetrical care has
skyrocketed;
-the hospital would have to be
equipped for surgery and a nurse
anesthetist or anesthesiologist
would be required in the event of
Caesarian deliveries;
-providing obstetrical care
would put further strain on the
Berrettas’ already busy practice.
Despite dismal prenatal care
statistics, there were no infant
deaths in Morrow County in
1992. In fact, there were no
deaths of children under age four
and only one death for children
in the five to 14 year age group.
While Hispanic mothers may
not receive adequate prenatal
care, their culture may prevent
other prenatal problems. Accor
ding to Burnside McElligott. they
tend to not use alcohol, tobacco
or other drugs and they often
have a support system of family
and friends. Their diet may not
be the best, added Burnside-
McElligott, but they also may not
have the money to buy junk food.
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Classes offerd through BMCC
By Anne Morter
Beginning Fimo Beads and a
variety of computer classes are on
the slate for May for Blue Moun
tain Community College courses
in the area.
Beginning Fimo Beads, taught
by Jean Strange, is a three-hour
workshop held this Saturday,
May 7 at the Heppner Junior
High. Students start with Fimo
clay and design colorful beads for
necklaces or earrings. Children
are welcome but those under fifth
grade must be accompanied by an
adult. Tuition is $10 and a $7 lab
fee to cover materials paid to the
instructor. To reserve your spot
in the class call Anne Morter.
south
M orrow
County
coordinator.
In the computer line, Introduc-
EWU honor roll
Ronald Doherty and Thomas
Huston, III have qualified for the
Dean’s list at Eastern Washington
University for the winter term.
To be included on the dean’s list
a student must carry at least 12
graded credits and achive a grade
point average of 3.5 to 4.
Beecher’s Restaurant & Lounge
C om e C elebrate M o th e r’s D ay
May 8, at Beecher’s Restaurant
tion to Word Perfect will be of
fered in al all-day session at lone
High School on May 14. The ses
sion runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
No prior experience is necessary
as students learn the standard
word processing program of the
90’s. Pre-registration is required.
An intermediate class. Beyond
Beginning Word Perfect, will be
held June 4 at Heppner High
School, a change from the earlier
schedule. Course covers desktop
publishing concepts, macros and
linking to graphics and spread
sheets. Question and answer for
mat with hands on. Students are
welcome to bring their own com
puters and must have experience
with Word Perfect.
To pre-register for any class or
for more information call Morter
422-7040.
Baked chicken breast w/wild rice
Honey Baked Ham
Prime Rib
Candied Carrots - fresh fruit
Home Made Bread
Desserts
Reservations Please, 422-7038
The South Morrow County
Scholarship Trust, a local chapter
of the national Dollars For
Scholars program, has announc
ed the recipients of this years
scholarships Heidi Orem, Erin
Fishbum, Tony Becket and Sara
Greenup were each awarded
$500. These scholarship monies
are for post-secondary education.
Orem, a senior at lone, spent
her junior year as an exchange
student in Germany. She is the
daughter of Joe and Anita Orem
of lone. She has been a member
of the lone tennis and volleyball
teams and manager for the girls’
basketball team, is a member of
the national honor society and a
member of the Future Business
Leaders of America. Orem plans
to major in special education.
Erin Fishbum, the current
treasurer of Heppner High School
Student Body, is the daughter of
Earl and Peggy Fishbum of
Heppner. She is vice president of
the national honor society, is a
member of the Knowledge
Master Team and was on the
dance team. She also had a part
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The clerk’s office at the cour
thouse in Heppner reports issu
ing the following marriage
licenses during the past week;
April 25: Raymond Kenneth
Howey, Jr., 18, Heppner; and
Tammy Fay W ilson, 19,
Heppner;
April 29: Leonardo Mendoza
Cancino, 27. Boardman; and
Guadalupe Mendoza Garcia,
21. Boardman.
WCCC Golf
Ladies Play
Flight A: low gross. Pat Ed-
mundson, low net-Jan Paustian,
least putts-Lois Hunt.
Flight B: low gross-Bernice
Lott, low net-Carol Norris, least
putts-Kay Anderson.
Flight C: low gross-Ann
Lusher, low net, Dorothy
Hawkins and Joyce Dinkins, least
putts-Mary Beanier, Chip in-09,
Ann Lusher; 07, Cam Wishart.
in the spring drama prodution at
Heppner High School. She is a
member of the Heppner Oregon
Together Group, and has taught
Sunday School and Vacation Bi
ble School at the United
Methodist Church of Heppner.
She plans to major in accounting
or small business administration
and pursue a career as a certified
public accountant.
Sara Greenup is the daughter of
Greg and Janet Greenup, Hepp
ner. She has been active in sports
at Heppner High School playing
on the varsity volleyball, basket
ball and golf teams. She is also
an active member of the Wild
Horse Club, the Outdoor Club,
the National Honor Society, and
student council. She has been ac
tive in St. Patrick’s Catholic
Church Youth Group, 4-H and
FFA. She has been listed in
’‘Who’s Who Among American
High School Students” all four
years. She plans a career in
veterinary medicine after studies
at Oregon State University.
Tony Becket, son of Ron
Becket, Heppner, and Dianna
Becket was also listed in the
“ Who’s Who Among American
High School Students” . Last
summer Tony participated in the
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
summer seminar for juniors. He
has been active in drama produc
tions at Heppner High School and
has been on sudent council. He
was a member of the football and
track teams of Heppner High and
has been selected for the
Knowledge Master Open. Becket
is the vice president of the Out
door Club. He is an active
member of the Valby Lutheran
Church. Tony plans a dual ma
jor in marketing and drama and
has hopes of going to Stanford
University.
The members of South Mor
row County Scholarship Trust are
Roger Helmer, George Koffler,
Bob Kahl, Bob Rietmann, Jim
Swanson. Dana Reid and Rev.
Stan Hobbing.
Individuals, groups, organiza
tions, businesses, etc. who would
like more information about the
scholarship program should con
tact one of the board members.
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING
Board of Directors
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tha fiscal year beginning July 1. 1994 as approved by the
A summary ot the budget is presented below. A copy ot the budget may be inspected or obtained at —
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FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Adopted Budget
This Year — 1993-94
TO TA L OF ALL FONDS
23,580.00
8.050.00
1. Total Personal Services
2. Total Matenal and Services
Approved Budget
Naxl Year — 1994-95
25,060.00
8 , J90.00
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Anticipated
Requirements
' -tt.
Anticipated
Resources
4.
5.
6
7
8.
Total Debt Service ........................................................
Total Tran tiers................................................................
Total Contingencies
Total Ml Othar Expenditures and Requirements
Total Unappropriated or Ending Fund Balance
10 Total Resources Except Properly Taxes
11. Total Property Taxes Required to Balance Budget
13 TotM Property Taxes Required to Balance Budget (line 11)
14. Plus Estimated Property Texas Not to be Received
Anticipated
Tax Levy
B Discounts Allowed, Other Uncollected Amount»
Marriage Licenses
Served Noon until 7:30 p.m.
FEATURING
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17. One-Year Lavy Outside the Tax Base
16 Serial and Continuing Laviaa
19 Lavy tor Payment ol Bonded Debt
Tax Lavias
By Type
4.000.00
1.000.00
1,000.00
4,500.01)
1.000.00
1,000.00
37.630.00
7.000.00
30.630.00
37.630.00
30.630.00
39.750. (X)
7,000.00
32.750.00
39.750.00
32.750.00
1.317.00
31.947.00
31.947.00
1.113.00
33.863.00
33.863.00
33.863.o0
31.947.00
S TA TE M E N T OF IN DEBTEDNESS
SI None
Debt Outstanding
□ As Summarized
SI None
Debt Authorized. Not Incurred
G As Summarized
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FUNDS NOT REQUIRING A PROPERTY TAX TO BE LEVIED
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Name of
Fund
Total Anticipated Requirements must equal Total Resources
Actual Data
Last Year 1992-93
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5. Total Transfers..............................................................
6. Total Contingencies.....................................................
10. Total Resources Except Property Taxes
Name of
Fund
7. Total
All Other
Expenditures and Requirements
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36.800.00
36.362.19
36.362.19
36.500.00
36.500.00
36, 8 (H ). (V)
36.800.00
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Adopted Budget
This Year 1993-94
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Approved Budget
Next Year 1994-95
12,500.00
11.000.(X)
12.5(H). Of)
12.50().oO
11,000.00
11. oof). (JO
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Approved Budget
Nexl Year 1994-95
36,500.00
497.56
3. Total Capital O u tla y .....................................................
Adopted Budget
This Year 1993-94
36,362.19
Actual Data
Last Year 1992-93
EQUIPMENT RESERVE
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Actual Data
Last Year 1992-93
GENERAL
Total Personal Services..........................................
Total Materials and Services..................................
Total Capital O utlay.................................................
Total Debt Service .................................................
Total Transfers.........................................................
Total Contingencies.................................................
Total All Other Expenditures and Requirements .
Total Unappropriated or Ending Fund Balance . . .
Total Requirements.................................................
Total Resources Except Property Taxes .............
Total Prop Taxes Recelved<ttequired to Balance
Total Resources (add lines 10 and 1 1 ) ...............
Property Taxes Required to Balance (Irom line 1
Estrmeted Properly Taxes Not to be Received.. . ^ H
A Loss Due to ConsMiAional Limit.......................
B Discount». Other Uncollected Amounts ......... h
Total Tax Levy (add lines 13 and 14).....................
Levy Within the Tax Base .......................................
One-Year Levy Outside the Tax Base
Serial and Continuing Levies
L hqi toi farmer» of Bonded PeU.,
23,580.00
8,050.00
25.060.00
8.190.00
2 , 000 .0 0
4,000.00
4,500.00
1 , 000.00
595.86
32,256.28
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1 , 000.00
38,f$0.00~
7 ,(XX).00
32.750.00
7,000.00
30,630.00
37.630.00
30.630.00
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37,630,00
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Approved Budget
Next Year 1994-95
23,016.26
6,644.16
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