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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon lone School District programs largely in tact From Karl Ostheller, lone S.D. Superintendent The B u d g et Committee of the lone School District took a first look at the school budget for the 09-10 school year at their meeting Mon day, May 11. Earlier this spring, the school board requested Superintendent O stheller to prepare a list of budget reductions amounting to $180,000. With the im plem enta tion o f those cuts and additional paring in the budget, the committee worked through a budget that maintains staffing at the 2008-09 level minus one retirement and one Reduction in Force in the classified ranks. A caveat is that the budget was not ap proved at the May 11 meeting as the commit tee awaits the May 15 State of Oregon Revenue Forecast. The lone School District Budget was built on a $5.4 Billion dollar statewide education bud get, the low end of the range suggested by Gov ernor Ted Kulongoski. If this is indeed the worse case scenario, the lone School District will ap proach next year largely intact. While preserving starting was the number one priority, this budget did make significant cuts in items such as library books, field trips and other items. A huge factor in making the 09-10 budget work is the $100,000 com m itm ent from the lone Education Founda tion. However, everyone should be know that the District and the Founda tion are both keenly aware that the $ 100,000 funding level from the Education Foundation probably can not be sustained from year to year. With that said though, the district is extremely grateful that the Foundation is willing to step and be part of the solution for the statewide budget crisis. The B u d g et C om m ittee w ill m eet again on Monday, June 1 at 6 p.m. Public com ment is accepted at these m eetings and citizens are welcome to attend. Questions or comments in the meantime may be directed to Karl Ostheller at 422-7131 or by email at karl.ostheller@ ione. kl2.or.us. Community Bank opens Heppner branch Pictured are new customers Don and .lean Bennett, Branch Manager Meghan Bailey and Comniericial Loan Officer John Hays. -Contributed Photo Community Bank opened its Heppner branch opened on Mon day at 127 North Main Street. Personal Banker Rosemary Bums opened an account for Don and Jean Bennett shortly af ter the bank opened at 9 a.m. The Bennett’s were the branches first official depositor. Throughout the day, the bank con tinued to open several new accounts for local residents. Chief Credit Of ficer A.J. Tamasky, who was raised in Heppner, said in a statement that “I’m very proud to open a branch in my home town - and by the warm wel come we received from the community. We’re ea ger to provide the people of Heppner with competi tive products and what I think is the best customer service o f any bank in Eastern Oregon’’. The branch will be open Monday-Thurs- day from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fridays. Development staff declares a tie Wednesday, May 20, 2009 - TH REE A view from the hill By Doris Brosnan April showers struggled against unseasonably cold temperatures to "bring May flowers” to Willow Creek Terrace, but gradually plants leafing out and blossoms unfolding are changing the landscape, and the view is great. The view also oilers a new outdoor feature on the Hill. Chilly April was full o f celebrations and significant days, including the National Wear-Your- Pajamas-to-Work Day, but someone fell asleep at the switch that day. and no one remembered to lounge around in PJs. No one overlooked Karaoke Week, however, and though no one ventured a karaoke debut, Pictured left to right are Merilee McDowell and Darrin some residents did enjoy dancing to favorite musical Umbarger. -Contributed Photo selections. Equally enjoyable was the coloring of T he d e v e lo p Hamley’s. The restaurant Easter eggs with five young visitors, and residents ment staff of the Oregon gave the coordinators a also enjoyed making birdbaths during National Bird- Chapter-NMSS declared $50 gift certificate to pay Watching Week, as April became May. both the Pendleton and for their meals. May promises some good eatin’ because Heppner MS Walk coor There were many o f more obscure national designations: Pizza and dinator’s winners. "The laughs and m em ories Chocolate Chip Day (15th), Strawberries and Cream numbers were so close shared around the table Day (24lh). Blueberry Cheesecake Day (27th), and that we decided that each about their perspective Hamburger Day (28,h). The month also carries some coordinator deserved spe walks. With a smile, Dar serious commemorations: Cinco de Mayo, Mothers cial recognition for their ren commented that he Day (on which several ladies went out with their fami hard work,” commented could hardly wait un lies), Wear Purple for Peace Day, Memorial Day, and one o f the staff mem til next year. McDowell Senior Health and Fitness Day. Food for the tummy agreed but suggested that and food for thought are not uncommon ingredients bers. Darrin Umbarger they take a few weeks off in life on the Hill. along with his wife Carol to rest. May 14"' was especially significant for the Everyone agreed Terrace. That was Mustang Mop-Up Day in Heppner, and son Jeremy met with Merilee McDowell, her that they couldn't have and 12 Heppner High School students and Jeannie husband Bill and com done it without the gen Collins, teacher, spent the day helping residents and m ittee m em bers John erous giving spirit from staff with some tasks. By the time they left, they had and Pat Edmundson for each community. planted flowers, washed windows, spread gravel (do lunch on Friday, May 8 at nated by Morrow County Road Department and City of Heppner) in the parking lot behind the Terrace, cleared some brush, moved rocks, and taken three cookies-and-brownies breaks! In addition to those jobs, they also completed By Doris Brosnan item or items to the ef what many residents had been looking forward to "R ails, Riches, fort is encouraged to call' for several weeks: They built a trail to and planted the garden planned for the space Dallas Craber had and Rejection” is the title 676-5382. o f the historical drama Props required prepared with his equipment. Dallas, Bud Batty, Lois to be presented in Hep include "old” or replicas Allyn (who had celebrated her 81s' birthday on May pner on Saturday, June of suitcases made of card 9), Dorothy Odell, and Gloria Klimaschesky worked 13, by the Dinner-at-the- board; a baby-carrying side-by-side with students as the garden took shape. Cemetery players. basket, as used in the past When board member Diana Ball informed Manager This fifth produc before more contempo George Nairns that she knew nothing about plant tion by the thespian group rary means; small circu ing potatoes, Naims knew exactly who to send her will be included as one of lar braided rug; wooden to. Bud was the resident potato expert. When some the “Celebrate Heppner” tables, one large as would students noted how impressed they were by the work attractions and is sched be used in a business the residents were accomplishing, Naims was sure the uled to be performed be meeting and three small students were learning something useful. The garden features several rows and four side the murals on the as w ould be used by a g ricu ltu ral m useum . participants in a court raised containers of vegetable seeds and plant starts Through the action and room; business clothing (donated by Tom Camarillo, Gail Hughes, Floss Wat dialogue of the play, the for men of 1890 and for kins, Terry Tallman. George and Myma Seiler, and the history of the railroad in men of 1956; a dress for HHS FFA) that will eventually keep several gardeners Willow Creek Valley will a woman of about 1900; busy and someday produce bounty for the Terracf’s unfold. everyday clothing for a menus. Residents will now be walking over for a look More inform a young woman, an older at the garden, probably daily, watching for signs‘of tion on "Rails, Riches, and a younger man o f success and the promise of produce. And they hope and Rejection” and the 1934; outfits for children their teenage helpers come by for looks also: Lacey dinner that will accom o f 1890; wigs for men. Davison. Afton Clark, Cory Silva, Natalie Rauch. pany the event will be a gray-haired wig for a Matilda Hakansson. Julie Meyer. Christina Givens, Nick Kempas, Eric Chick, Brett Harrison, Devin Ro offered in the future. woman. bison. Donald Mathews. Everyone at Willow Creek Presently, however, the Readers are en Terrace really appreciate these students immensely, theatre troop wishes to couraged to watch the viewing them as great positive examples of Willow alert the public to the up media for more informa coming presentation and tion about the play and to Creek Youth. to put out a call for help contribute to the success with the props needed in of the production by loan the production. Anyone ing items used as props. who can contribute an Dinner-at-the-Cemetery to be held June 13 Elementary school students clean up Boardman DA’s Report Morrow County District Attorney Elizabeth Ballard has released the following report: -Ali Medhi Beheshti, 33, was convicted of unlawful possession of marijuana, a Class B felony, and was sentenced to 90/30 sanction units, 18 months formal probation, complete a drug package, complete The 2009 C el for the Chamber. Cash 80 hours of community service, other numerous condi ebrate Heppner's dessert prize awards will be given tions, other conditions, and pay $1,423 in fines, fees contest will be held Fri to the top three desserts and assessments. -Robert James Amos, 49. was convicted of day, June 12. The contest selected by our panel of is open to the public and judges. (Adult and Junior theft in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 180 days incarceration, other condi desserts should be taken Categories). to the Senior Center din Criteria for judg tions, and pay $458 in fines, fees and assessments. -Robert James Amos, 49, was convicted of ing room between noon-1 ing: A ppearance - 45 p.m. to be eligible for points; Taste/Flavor forgery in the first degree, a Class C felony and was judging. Judging will take 45 points; Texture - 10 sentenced to 13 months incarceration, one year post points. Entry forms may prison supervision, other conditions, and pay $1,833 place at 2 p.m. All entries be be picked up at the Cham in fines, fees and assessments. -Robert James Amos, 49, was convicted of come the property of the ber office. Chamber of Commerce to For more infor criminal mischief in the first degree, a Class C felony be auctioned off, starting mation call the chamber and was sentenced to 13 months incarceration, one year post-prison supervision, other conditions, and at 6 p.m. as a fundraiser office at 676-5536. pay $2,294 in fines, fees and assessments. -Robert James Amos. 49, was convicted of unauthorized use of a vehicle, a Class C felony and Large newly remodeled was sentenced to 13 months incarceration, one year post-prison supervision, other conditions, and pay home in Heppner $570 in fines, fees and assessments. -Robert James Amos, 49. was convicted of burglary in the second degree, a Class C felony and was sentenced to 13 months incarceration, one year post-prison supervision, other conditions, and pay $2,666 in fines, fees and assessments. -Robert James Amos. 49. was convicted of attempt to commit a Class B felony (robbery 2), a Class C felony and was sentenced to 18 months in carceration. three years post-prison supervision and other conditions. He was convicted of assault in the You have to see this home inside. Completely rem od fourth degree, a Class A misdemeanor and was sen eled including new kitchen counters, carpeting and a tenced to 180 days incarceration and other conditions. com pletely redone basement. Small bam and tots of He was also conv icted of theft in the third degree, a room out back for horses or other animals. 3 plus bed Class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 30 days rooms and nice big living room. 1.5 acres m/l for your incarceration and other conditions. Total fines, fees horses or animals. A total of 2856 Square/feet. Call 541 - and assessments were $4,323. Dessert contest to be held during Celebrate Heppner 980-5045. \ $ f 0 9 5 0 Q \ Students from Windy River Elementary spent Thursday cleaning up their community. -Contributed Photo Windy River El ementary School students turned out Thursday to make their community a better place. Armed with garbage bags and gloves, over 230 students and their teachers spent about two hours picking up de bris along S. Main Street, and Wilson Lane. The students filled 176 large trash bags and picked up numerous items too large to fit into the bags. This is the third year the school has par ticipated in the clean up. It is organized each year by Windy River staff and the City o f Boardman’s Code Compliance Offi cial. The city provides the gloves, garbage bags, and picks up and disposes of the garbage. The school provides the eager vol unteers. "The clean up went very well and the students all had fun.” said John Russell, Boardman Code C om pliance O f ficial. Each student will be receiving a certificate from the City of Board- man when Mayor Chet Phillips visits their class rooms on June 1. Jepsen completes Freedom Team Salute training Jean Jepsen of lone has finished the required training to become an ambassador for the Freedom Team Salute. She has been a long time supporter of the American Legion Post#95 and Auxiliary Unit in lone. The Freedom Team Salute was launched in May 2005. The program is funded by the U.S. Army. There have been more than 1.5 million commendation recipients since the program began. There is ongoing training to keep ambassadors up to date of any new information for the Freedom Team. This is an ongoing program to recognize military veterans.
