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(,*+7+HSSQHU*D]HWWH7LPHV+HSSQHU2UHJRQWednesday, May 8, 2024 6KHULৼ¶V5HSRUW MCSO Jan 30 th - Driving complaint reported on Se Utah Ave in Irrigon, OR. A silver Ford F-150 was speeding. Unable to locate. Information Required - Information request- ed at Pioneer Memorial Hospital on Ne Pioneer Dr in Heppner, OR. Mul- tiple calls received from a non-local number with groaning sounds. Every- thing is okay, no further action taken. MCSO Jan 31 st Harassment Harassment incident occurred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Individual reports continuous harass- ment from neighbor. MVA-Fire MVA-Fire incident oc- curred on I 84 E, Board- man, OR. Black vehicle crashes into pole. BPD, BFD, BAMB, and MCSO responded. Vehicle located with tire damage. Driving Complaint Driving Complaint oc- curred on Se Utah Ave, Irri- gon, OR. Report of a silver Subaru speeding through Division/Utah towards First. Unable to locate. Status: Unable to locate. Driving Complaint Driving complaint oc- curred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Report of a silver Nissan Altima speed- ing from Tenth towards Division, possibly going to the school. Driving Complaint Driving complaint oc- curred on Se Utah Ave, Irri- gon, OR. Report of a silver Subaru Forester speeding through the area. Extra Patrol request A request extra patrol occurred on E Highway 730, Irrigon, OR. Request for daily Extra Patrol until HQG RI )HEUXDU\ 6SHFL¿F vehicles allowed at resi- dence. Contact son Dennis Whitaker for suspicious activity. Theft Complaint A theft complaint oc- curred on Lewis And Clark Dr, Boardman, OR. Con- struction site broken into. MCSO responded and took report. Status: Report taken. Driving Complaint 8. A driving complaint occurred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Report of a black 4-door Acura speed- ing through the area at high speed. Unknown direction of travel. Suspicious Activity A report of suspicious activity occurred at No- lan Rd/Clarks Canyon Rd, Lexington, OR. Report RI D FDU LQ D ZKHDW ¿HOG deemed suspicious. Deputy responded but unable to locate. Domestic Disturbance A report of domestic disturbance occurred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Re- port of sister attempting to taze the individual. Subject arrested by Morrow County Sheriffs Office. Charges include Assault IV-DV Felony, Harassment-DY, Strangulation-DY Felony, and Menacing. Lodged at UCJ. Status: Completed. Driving Complaint A driving complaint occurred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Report of a front end loader speeding through the area, causing harassment. Driving Complaint A driving complaint occurred on Se Utah Ave, Irrigon, OR. Report of two issues with vehicles - one R൵WKHURDGDQGSDUNHGLQ the wrong direction, and a red Ford Escape parked LQ WKH ODQH RI WUD൶F ZLWK a damaged muffler. Went towards Division. Noise Complaint A noise complaint oc- Morrow County’s support for county rights recognized curred on Se Utah Ave, -Continued from PAGE ONE Irrigon, OR. Report of a white Honda Civic spinning tities like Morrow County tires and causing marks on would leverage land use statutes to ensure that any the road. MCSO Feb 1 st EMS Occurred at Strickland, Marvin on Shoemake Rd, in Boardman, OR. A 24-year- old female is breathing hard, possibly having a panic attack. Harassment Occurred on Se Utah Ave, in Irrigon, OR. The reporting party (RP) stated that his neighbor revved his engine when he drove past his house twice. The RP mentioned that the audio on his camera only captured the sound of the tires on the gravel. The RP would like contact regarding this incident, as well as with the construction workers. The RP expects the construction workers between 7-8 am, 11:30 am, and around 3 pm. Status: Completed. Driving Complaint Occurred on Se Utah Ave, in Irrigon, OR. A black Kia was speeding down the road and was on the wrong side headed towards Divi- sion. Status: Completed. Theft Complaint Occurred at Pole Line R d/Ho mes tead Ln, in Boardman, OR. The RP, the safety manager with the Port of Morrow, report- ed that one of their work trailers was broken into last night. The RP does not have a good address but is expecting a 21 from a dep- uty in order to lead them to the site. The RP will be tak- ing inventory of the stolen items while waiting for a deputy. Status: Completed. Dog Complaint Occurred at Se Utah Ave/Se Division St, in Irri- gon, OR. The RP reported that there is a medium-sized dog loose on Division be- tween Utah and California. The RP stated that the dog “came at him” so he will be taking a longer route home. Status: Unable to Locate. Game Violation Occurred at Three mile Campground on Three mile Rd/Ramp, in Boardman, OR. The RP advised that he found what appears to be poached deer carcasses at the entrance of Three mile Canyon campground. **Referred to OSP. Warrant Arrest Occurred on Wagon Wheel Loop, in Irrigon, OR. Suspect was arrest- ed on a UCCC warrant (24CR01479) for Failure to Appear/Theft I. He was issued citation 46001 and released with a court date on 02/26/2024. Driving Complaint Occurred on Se Utah Ave, in Irrigon, OR. The RP stated that a blue Chevy pickup cranked up their music in front of their house and then ran a stop sign on Seventh. The vehicle is currently parked at Division and Utah. Status: Unable to Locate. Harassment Occurred on Se Utah Ave, in Irrigon, OR. The RP stated that the green Astro van which opened his door and spun his tires in front of his house yesterday is currently parked at the storage units on the east side of town. The RP would like them spoken to. The RP would also like to speak with a dispatch supervisor. Status: Completed. Driving Complaint Occurred on Se Utah Ave, in Irrigon, OR. The RP reported that a silver two-door Honda Civic was speeding on Utah coming R൵'LYLVLRQ 0&62DG- vised, out of position. WWW.HEPPNER.NET development, especially on high-value farmland or other sensitive areas, adheres to specifically tailored local standards. These statutes general- ly empower counties to enforce conditions that preserve local interests and environmental qual- LW\UHÀHFWLQJFRPPXQLW\ priorities and planning objectives. Reduced Local Con- trol Over Energy Proj- ects: Local governments PD\ ¿QG WKHLU DELOLW\ WR deny or restrict energy projects based on local ODQG XVH FULWHULD VLJQL¿- cantly curtailed. This can be seen as a reduction in their traditional zon- ing and planning pow- ers, particularly in cases where local objectives clash with state energy siting goals. Mandatory Align- ment with State De- cisions: If the Energy Facility Siting Council approves a project that doesn’t comply with lo- cal standards, local gov- ernments are required to amend their regulations to align with the state’s decision. This top-down directive compels local- ities to accommodate facilities that they might have otherwise reject- ed based on community standards or local envi- 177 N. Main P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net ronmental concerns. Potential Conflicts and Compliance Pres- sures: Local governments may face internal con- ÀLFWVDVWKH\EDODQFHVWDWH directives with communi- ty interests and environ- mental protections. This could lead to tensions between fulfilling state energy strategies and pro- tecting local landscapes, properties, and other lo- cal values. Strategic Planning and Legal Challenges: Localities might need to strategically plan and possibly reevaluate their land use policies to en- sure they have a say in future energy projects, knowing the state has overarching authority. This could also lead to an increase in legal chal- lenges as local govern- ments and community groups seek to assert their interests. Influence on Local Decision-Making Pro- cesses: Local authorities may need to be more pro- active in their dealings with the state council and developers from the out- set of project discussions to ensure their interests and concerns are ade- quately considered in the state’s decision-making process. Potential benefits may include Streamlining energy facility siting, ensuring alignment with state- wide planning goals, and allowing for faster im- plementation of projects that contribute to ener- gy security, economic growth, and environmen- tal sustainability. It also prevents local disputes from impeding the state’s strategic vision for ener- gy infrastructure. The case sets a prece- dent where state interests in promoting energy in- frastructure can override detailed, locally tailored land use plans, raising concerns about the future of local governance in managing land resources H൵HFWLYHO\DQGDFFRUGLQJ to local needs and val- ues. This could lead to broader implications for how land use conflicts are resolved across Ore- gon, particularly in cases where state-level energy priorities intersect with local land use policies. In layman’s terms, “friend of the court” re- fers to an individual, a group, or an organization who is not a party to a legal case but is allowed to provide information, expertise, or insight to the court to help in mak- ing a decision. This term comes from the Latin phrase “amicus curiae,” which means “friend of the court.” Heppner Schools presents “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6pm in the Heppner Elementary Gymnasium. We would like to invite and honor any and all area Veterans. Drake for Morrow County Commissioner Position #1 Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 $239,000 Reduced price For a change (again) A beautifully remodeled 2-story home in Heppner. This spacious residence boasts approx 2,400 square feet of space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This house has undergone extensive renovations, with almost everything being brand new. New dry wall, SDLQWÀRRULQJEDWKURRPVNLWFKHQZDWHUKHDWHU 177 N. Main windows. 510 S Main St. Heppner MLS#: 23687525 Reduced price P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 $180,000 $350,000 9.09 ACRES Secluded mountain property! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to own your own mountain property. Whether you’re looking for a hunting retreat or a permanent residence, this property has it all. With approximately 9.09 acres of land and a private pond you can embrace the beauty of nature and create a life of serenity in the mountains you’ve always desired. MLS#:23510132 New Listing This charming bungalow is move-in-ready gem! 1HZÀRRULQJDQGOLJKW¿[WXUHV,WDOVRR൵HUVDRQH car garage with a utility room attached. The fenced backyard provides a serene view of Willow Creek, ZLWKWKHVRRWKLQJVRXQGVRIWKHFUHHNÀRZLQJDWQLJKW MLS#:24544788 - 310 W Union Ave Heppner 375 W Union Ave, Heppner $185,000 $275,000 Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 177 N. Main P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net Modern comfort in a peaceful, scenic setting. Plus, ZLWK:LOORZ&UHHNQHDUE\\RXU¿VKLQJDGYHQWXUHV are just moments away. This home also comes with all appliances, ensuring a seamless move-in process. The EDWKURRPNLWFKHQSDLQWÀRRULQJOLJKW¿[WXUHVDQG windows have all been tastefully updated and modern- ized. New landscaping. This property also has great potential as an investment. MLS#:24256145 Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 177 N. Main P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net This single family home, spanning 1641 square feet, boasts a spacious dining room and living room along with a family room 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and lots of storage. Situated in a peaceful neighborhood, it is conveniently located close to the swimming pool, high school, baseball park, and downtown area. The property sits on a large lot with street access, with lots of parking and also features a shop. Large covered deck, patio and a carport. The total land area is 0.25 Acres.MLS#: 23224220
