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WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 2017 HERMISTONHERALD.COM • A3 NEWS National Night Out encourages community connections By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR Several area commu- nities are encouraging people to get out and get to know their neighbors Tuesday, Aug. 1. In its 34th year, Na- tional Night Out promotes police-community partner- ships and neighborhood camaraderie to help in cre- ating safer living environ- ments. The program’s purpose is to enhance relationships between neighbors, law enforcement and other fi rst responders while fostering a true sense of community. In addition, it brings police and neighbors together un- der positive circumstances. Local law enforcement personnel and community leaders tout the benefi ts of National Night Out. Chief Jason Edmiston of the Hermiston Police Department said the pro- gram provides an import- ant opportunity to engage the public in a positive manner. The timing, he said, is especially relevant FILE PHOTO Erica Sandoval of the Hermiston Police Department talks with an attendee during an ice cream social block party during a past National Night Out in Hermiston. with some perceptions about law enforcement. “National Night Out is just one day out of the year where we can try to enhance the existing rela- tionships and partnerships we have,” Edmiston said. Laurie Nelsen of the Echo Public Library said the event helps in creating a sense of community. Also, she said it assists in build- ing positive relationships with law enforcement and other city leaders. “If people aren’t afraid of police offi cers, they would be more willing to contact them if something is needed,” Nelsen said. Tim Miears, training offi cer/evidence custodian with Hermiston Police De- partment, agreed — saying it provides an avenue for the public to connect with fi rst responders. “People can get to know each other in a relaxed at- mosphere,” he said. Joyce Wright, Stanfi eld Police Department com- munity resource offi cer, said National Night Out facilitates bringing the community together — creating an opportunity for neighbors to get to know each other. When neigh- bors communicate, she said, it has a direct impact on criminal activity. “I think it helps im- mensely with cutting down crimes,” Wright said. For more about Nation- al Night Out, visit https:// natw.org. Area community activities include: HERMISTON In conjunction with city offi cials, the Hermiston Police Department has co- ordinated National Night Out activities for 19 years. The National Night Out treasure hunt is currently underway in Hermiston (see bonus clue and more information on Page 1). In addition to an ice cream social block party held Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. in the neighborhood of the per- son who fi nds the golden City begins water meter replacement Council votes to fi ne Stanfi eld plant The city of Hermiston has begun the process of replac- ing its water meters. Personnel from Nation- al Meter and Automation will be stopping by homes around town to clean debris out of the meter boxes and modify lids in preparation for installation of the meters. The company will also be in- stalling a long-term form of insulation that does not need to be taken out each spring. At no time in the process will contractors need access to the inside of the home. Once the meter has been replaced customers will need to run their bathtub or outside faucet for about two minutes to expel any air or debris be- fore using the water in their home. The contractors are beginning in the southwest corner of Hermiston. The new “smart” meters can be read remotely and will also give customers a more detailed record of their daily water usage. The meters will also be insulated preventing the need for homeowners to add insulation around the meters as winter approaches and re- move it again in the spring. For more information call City Hall at 541-564-5521 or visit the city’s website at www.hermiston.or.us/ meter-replacement. Frustration with the rot- ten smell hanging over Stanfi eld came to a head last week as the city coun- cil unanimously approved a motion directing city staff to fi ne 3D Idapro Solutions and seek a court order to shut down the company’s dehydration plant. In a free-wheeling meet- ing that often involved mul- tiple citizens talking over each other at once, more than two dozen residents packed into council cham- bers and demanded to know why the city had not shut By JADE McDOWELL HERMISTON HERALD down 3D Idapro Solutions already or prohibited them from coming into Stanfi eld in the fi rst place. City manager Blair Lars- en explained multiple times that he hadn’t taken those actions because he did not feel the city was legally al- lowed to do so, but others in the room — including Mayor Thomas McCann — weren’t having it. “Nobody in their right mind should have to put up with that in their city,” Mc- Cann said. “Shut it down until you’ve got it fi xed and approved. If people are working out there, they’re going to be talented enough to fi nd other work. They’re not going to be left desti- tute.” The company employs 40 people, including 13 Stanfi eld residents, accord- ing to a letter Larsen read from vice president of oper- ations Mark Johnson. In the letter Johnson ex- plained that a fi re in Feb- ruary had burned up the plant’s scrubber used to mit- igate odors and the new one rushed into use had turned out to be inadequate. He said the company has hired engineers to custom-build a new system that should re- duce the problem once it is in place by November. medallion, block parties are expected to spring up all over town. Law enforcement, fi rst responders and city offi - cials hope to visit neigh- borhoods that are having parties. To inform the po- lice department of planned parties, leave a message at 541-667-5112. ECHO In its 11th year of cel- ebrating National Night Out, Echo will host a community event Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at George Park and the Echo Mason- ic Lodge. The event includes free hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and drinks. A bicycle rodeo is planned for youths with prizes being awarded to participants. Also, local businesses have donated items to be used as door prizes and raffl e drawings. Bingo and other games will provide fun for all ages. Also, a resident will be recognized as the Neigh- bor of the Year (nomina- tions accepted through Monday). For more infor- mation, call Echo City Hall at 541-376-8411 or Stan- fi eld Police Chief Bryon Zumwalt at 541-449-3245. STANFIELD After a 13-year hiatus, the Stanfi eld Police De- partment is heading up Na- tional Night Out festivities Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Bard Park. Activities include a youth bicycle rodeo (prizes provided) and a drone ob- stacle race. In addition, a free barbecue features hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and drinks. The event also includes door prizes and raffl e drawings. The evening concludes with free pop- corn and an outdoor mov- ie. Also, one special citi- zen will receive the Good Neighbor of the Year award (nominations ac- cepted through Monday). For more information, visit www.cityofstanfield.com or call Zumwalt at 541- 449-3245. Printed on recycled newsprint VOLUME 111 ● NUMBER 30 Gary L. 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