10A • September 18, 2015 • Seaside Signal • seasidesignal.com
Barn decision delayed Great white suspected in shark attack
Barn from Page 1A
Bowman said he had
received similar reports of
violations or activities at
the barn at least six times
within the past year.
Steve Osterlund, own-
er of Coastal Landscape in
Gearhart and Seaside, de-
scribed a wedding-for-land-
scape services barter deal at
Neacoxie Barn. There was
no cash fee, he said, but he
provided work and at least
“one or two” employees at
$60 per hour in exchange
for the wedding fee.
Seaside’s Harper was de-
scribed her encounter with
Smith when making prepara-
tions for her grandson’s wed-
ding. “I did an Internet search
to ¿nd a business that had
wedding venues in the area,”
Harper said.
Harper submitted a copy
of an unsigned contract pro-
vided by Smith. “She said,
‘It’s normally $2,400, $2,100
for locals,’ and I was a local,”
Harper said.
When Harper offered to
give Smith a check to book
the facility, Smith insisted
funds be deposited via Pay-
Pal.
Because of this and health
and safety concerns, Harper
chose another venue for her
grandson’s wedding, she said.
Land use decision
could have relevance
An April decision by the
state’s Land Use Board of
Appeals added a layer of con-
fusion to the citation hearing.
The city presented argu-
ments that Smith’s condition-
al use permit had lapsed after
several extensions over a pe-
riod of several years.
Smith claimed that the
conditional use permit is
“what is called alive and valid
upon remand.”
Smith said a conditional
use permit was still pending,
and she could “trigger it” at
any time by appearing before
the city’s planning commis-
sion. “LUBA has not put a
time frame for me to do that,”
she said.
Smith said she declined
further commission review
because the political climate
in Gearhart was “not right”
for such a hearing.
“It’s my understanding
that I can wait to determine
the political environment in
my city, and LUBA could sit
there and I could wait to trig-
ger the actual hearing,” Smith
said.
Decision delayed
More than four hours after
the start of the court hearing,
Orr postponed a decision,
but not before laying out his
thought process.
“At the end of the day,
I’m looking at a properly
admitted document that dis-
cusses a pretty active com-
mercial event building and
facility for weddings, vow
renewals, corporate picnics,
anniversaries, class reunions
and family reunions,” Orr
said. “Not exactly in my
mind as having a tempera-
ment of a residential qual-
ity. I’m also persuaded this
is an ongoing commercial
rather than residential qual-
ity because in the contract
there was an evidence of
discussion and negotiation
between Marcia Harper and
the defendant.”
He said the landscaping
trade with Osterlund “sound-
ed like barter.”
“He had to pay his em-
ployees, I assume they didn’t
do it for free,” Orr said. “Just
because money doesn’t
change hands, there’s a trade.
It does seem the defendant
was running a business for
pro¿t.”
Orr held the court record
open for two weeks so le-
gal arguments can be made
regarding how the land use
opinion “has signi¿cance
or lacks signi¿cance in the
court’s accurate ruling.”
“If the city didn’t rule
because it was waiting for
the LUBA opinion to come
back, and that acted to slow
down Ms. Smith’s permit or
occupancy permit or request
for a conditional use permit,
I would need to know that,”
Orr said. “I want to make the
right decision legally as well
as factually.”
As for Harper, after the
hearing she said that she had
found another location for her
grandson’s wedding. “We’re
going to Camp 18,” she
said. “They have bathrooms
there.”
Shark from Page 1A
With a bite more than a
foot wide, Burke said the
shark could be in the 15 to
17-foot range. Fifteen feet
is average. Boothe noted the
sea lion’s bite was slightly
greater than a foot by a foot
and a half. The other animals
had similar sized bites.
“It’s hard to put an exact
estimate on it,” Burke said,
“but I would say larger than
12 feet.”
Sharks can go months
without eating, Burke add-
ed, so one shark or several
may be attacking these ani-
mals.
In the past, Seaside Fire &
Rescue’s Lifeguard Program
has put up warning signs in
response to similar incidents,
but didn’t do so for the recent
attacks. Cpt. Dave Rankin
said some beach visitors
asked lifeguards about the
incidents, and they passed on
information received from
the Seaside Aquarium.
In general, Rankin said,
lifeguards focus on dissem-
inating information on pol-
icies and procedure, rather
than enforcement.
In any case, the lifeguard
program on Seaside beaches
ended for the season Sept.
13.
Boothe said their main
goal was to increase public
awareness of a shark threat.
She advises those who surf
in the area to avoid do-
ing so at dawn or dusk
when there’s poor lighting,
or during a large diatom
bloom which may make the
local ocean water murky.
In those conditions, sharks
may mistake a person in a
wet suit for an animal.
Burke also suggested
avoiding popular ¿shing
spots and areas where large
marine animals haulout.
“I don’t think people
should be paranoid,” he
said. “What we’re seeing
is a healthy response to a
healthy marine population.
It’s the sign of a healthy
system.”
Katherine Lacaze contrib-
uted to this report.
Find a stranded marine mammal?
Reporting marine mammal
strandings promptly is
the best way you can help
stranded animals. Even
dead animals provide a
valuable opportunity for
wildlife professionals to
study marine mammals.
The Marine Stranding Net-
work asks the public call
800-452-7888, the Oregon
State Police Tipline or 541-
270-6830, the Oregon State
University Stranding cell
phone.
According to the network,
marine mammals are
protected by federal law. It
is illegal for unauthorized
persons to disturb, handle,
or feed them.
If you do see a stranded
marine mammal, take
a digital photo but take
safety first. These are wild
animals and they can bite.
Many carry diseases that
can be transmitted to
humans or pets.
• Keep people and dogs
away.
• Observe and report iden-
tification such as color,
size and vocalization; con-
dition, alive, dead, injured
or entangled; tags, if any;
and location, making note
of landmarks and beach
accessibility. Seals are
tagged on hind flipper,
sea lions on foreflipper.
• If you find a live cetacean,
provide supportive care,
protect animal from harsh
wind or sun. Dig trenches
for pectoral flippers and
rinse any sand out of eyes.
Keep the area quiet, and
make sure the animal is
not too hot or too cold.
Keep live cetaceans cool
and moist by covering
them with wet towels
(if available) or gently
pouring water on them.
But be very careful not to
cover or pour water down
the blowhole (on top of
the head).
• Report strandings of all
live cetaceans.
Increase due to ‘a combination of everything’
Tax from Page 1A
In June 2014, the occu-
pancy rate across Clatsop
County was 70.2 percent. In
June 2015, the rate grew to
74.6 percent for the month,
according to Smith Travel
Research. Through its part-
nership with Travel Oregon,
the Seaside Visitors Bureau
receives monthly reports
with data from the research
organization.
The Clatsop County occu-
pancy rate for January through
June 2015 was 57 percent,
compared to 52.8 percent for
2014. The average daily room
rate in the county for the ¿rst
six months in 2014 was $109;
in 2015, through June, the rate
was $117. For the month of
June, the average daily rate
across the county in 2014 was
$123. In 2015, the average
daily rate was $138.
Numbers for Seaside
were not broken out from
county data.
Rahl said the simple ex-
planation for the increased
Room rates on the
rise in Seaside
R.J. MARX PHOTO/SEASIDE SIGNAL
Smaller inns like the Hillcrest are contributing to Seaside’s
record tourism tax revenue.
occupancy “a combination
of everything,” from the
mild winter and dry sum-
mer to improved marketing
strategies. The city’s tour-
ism traf¿c is heavily depen-
dent on weather.
“It’s hard to pin it on one
thing,” Rahl said.
Russ Vandenberg, gen-
eral manager of the Sea-
side Civic and Convention
Center, said they also are
seeing positive effects of
the increased consumer
con¿dence in travel and
tourism.
The convention center
does not see immediate vari-
ations in annual event days
because the scheduling is
done three to four years in
advance. The center is plan-
ning to open the reserva-
tion calendars for the years
2020-25 because of “in-
creased demand for space,”
Vandenberg said.
State legislation passed
in 2003 mandates at least 70
percent of lodging tax must
go back into tourism-related
facilities or tourism promo-
tion. For Seaside, 20.1 per-
The average daily
room rate for the first
six months in 2014
was $109; in 2015,
through June, the rate
was $117. For just the
month of June, the av-
erage daily rate across
the county in 2014
was $123. In 2015, the
average daily rate was
$138.
cent goes to the Visitors Bu-
reau and 51.1 percent goes
to the Seaside Civic and
Convention Center, with 5.1
percent dedicated to capital
improvements.
Public safety gets 18.9
percent of bed tax revenue,
and the remaining 9.9 per-
cent goes toward general
capital improvements and
maintenance, Promenade
improvements,
emergen-
cy readiness and the Public
Works Department.
Former SHS students to be honored in ceremony on Sept. 26
Ceremony from Page 9A
The current categories for
recognition include student
athletes, meritorious service,
career accomplishments, arts/
science, team membership
and military service. Candi-
dates must meet various cri-
teria. For instance, they must
be alumni, who have been
out of school at least ¿ve
years; they must be support-
ers, sponsors, coaches or oth-
er individuals or educators in
the Seaside community who
supported and advanced Sea-
side students; or they must
be teams or individuals who
earned state championships
or recognition.
“I think it’s viewed as an
honor, it really is,” Bandonis
said. “We all strive to do the
best we can. It’s nice to be
recognized.”
The group formerly con-
ducted an induction ceremo-
ny each year; in 2011, they
changed to only hold the cer-
emony every other year. The
10-person selection commit-
tee includes Bandonis, Jim
Auld, Tom Maltman, Sheila
Roley, James Folk, Larry
Elliott, Stubby Lyons, Gene
Gilbertson, Wally Hamer and
Donna Sunell. After gener-
ating a list of nominees, the
board votes on each nomina-
tion to determine if that per-
son, team or business will be
inducted.
The committee may ex-
pand its membership or ask
for inductee suggestions in
the future, Bandonis said.
“I’m sure there are a lot of
people out there who should
be inducted who have not
been,” he said.
There is no cap on how
many people can be inducted
every other year.
“We want to honor as
many people as are deserv-
ing,” Bandonis said.
While the highlight of
the Hall of Fame induction
is the banquet, the event is
accompanied by other ac-
tivities during the weekend.
Traditionally, the selection
committee will announce the
new inductees during half-
time at the Friday football
game the night before the
banquet.
Another addition made
in 2013 was for a group of
past and present inductees to
give lectures at Seaside High
School during the school day
before the ceremony.
On Friday, Sept. 25, 11
speakers will hold sessions at
the high school; students may
choose which sessions to at-
tend based on their interests.
The speakers include Seaside
graduates Jill Gann; Polly
Campbell; Ben Archibald; Ed
Johnson; Jordan Lewis; Becky
Olson; Dan Clark; Michelle
Hawken Wunderlich; Kellie
Truax Taylor; Karl Marlantes;
and Jorjette Strumme.
Bandonis said it can be in-
spirational for the students to
hear from successful individ-
uals who once sat where they
now sit and participated in the
same sorts of activities, stud-
ies and sports.
“We try to get it early in
the school year to get the
students ¿red up,” he said.
The cost to attend the din-
ner is $20 for general admis-
sion or $10 for children 12
years and younger. The price
covers the cost of the dinner,
and remaining proceeds go to
fund two $500 Hall of Fame
Scholarships awarded every
year in the memory of Bob
Mork.
To reserve a dinner ticket,
call James Folk at (503) 956-
1670. Nominations to the Hall
of Fame may be made in writ-
ing to the Hall of Fame Com-
mittee and sent to P.O. Box
2101 Gearhart, OR 97138.
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BUYER meets seller every day of the
week in the classified columns of
this newspaper.
NOTICE:
Oregon
Landscape
Contractors Law (ORS 671)
requires all businesses that
advertise landscape contracting
services be licensed with the
Landscape Contractors Board.
This 4-digit number assures the
business has a bond, insurance
and an associated individual
contractor who has fulfilled the
testing
and
experience
requirements for licensure. For
your
protection
call
(503)378-5909 or use our web
site: www.lcb.state.or.us to check
license status before contracting
with the business. Persons doing
landscape maintenance do not
require a LCB license.
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CLASSIFIED/INSIDE SALES
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Adrift Hotel in Long Beach, WA,
looking for FT Marketing &
Communications Coordinator to help
with social media, events &
various company initiatives.
Experience helpful, but will train
right candidate. Email info
jobs@adrifthotel.com
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Astoria Burger King
is now accepting applications
for all shifts.
For job inquiries, go to
www.jointeambk.com
EVERYTHING is coming up results
when you use a Classified Ad!
Bergerson Tile & Stone
Seeking a stone fabricator or
willing to train right person.
Must be able to lift 150 lbs,
valid drivers license, positive
attitude and hard working.
call for interview
503-325-7767
Cashier/Clerk
Accepting application for honest,
friendly, self-motivated individual for
a full-time position. Starting pay
$10.25 per hour.
Pre Employment screening
required.
Applications available at
Budʼs RV in Gearhart
4412 Hwy. 101 North
Gearhart, OR. 97138
The Daily Astorian is looking for
an individual with excellent cus-
tomer service skills, both in per-
son and over the phone. Some-
one who brings an upbeat and
ʻgo get ʻem” attitude to the ta-
ble, works well with a team as
well as alone. This position re-
quires great computer skills, ac-
curate spelling, the ability to re-
ceive incoming classified adver-
tising calls as well as calling ad-
vertisers back for ad renewals.
Manage special monthly pro-
jects requiring cold calls. Must
be persistent and be able to
handle rejection with ease.
This is a full time position, work-
ing Monday through Friday.
Evenings and weekends off,
plus paid holidays! Competitive
wage plus commissions.
Benefits include paid time off
(PTO), insurances and a
401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement
plan. Send resume and letter of
interest to:
EO Media Group
P.O. Box 2048
Salem, OR 97308-2048
by fax to: 503-371-2935
or e-mail: hr@eomediagroup.com
DUST off the old pool table and sell it
with a classified ad.
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Eddie Bauer Seaside Outlet
Now hiring FT Asst Manager and
PT sales – must love to sell
Please apply in store or
email resume to
barb.agnew@eddiebauer.com
Clatskanie Peopleʼs Utility District
is seeking a
Senior Electrical/System
Design Technician.
Compensation based on
qualifications.
Applications due 09/18/2015 &
can be found at
www.clatskaniepud.com.
Clatsop Care Center is hiring for a
part-time dietary aide. Bring your
positive attitude, to enrich the lives
of our residents.
Contact Arna, Nutrition Care
Manager at 503-325-0313 ext 360 if
questions. Applications at
www.clatsopcare.org
or 646 16th St. Astoria. EOE.
Credit Manager
Retail or delivery helpful. $11.50
DOE, an hour to start, 5 days, 47
hours weekly, full benefits. Clean
ODL, back ground & drug testing.
Apply online at
www.rentacenter.com
Entry-level Customer Service
Representative for The Daily
Astorian's circulation department.
A can-do attitude and
willingness to learn are necessary.
You will help customers in
person, by phone and through
email, plus do data-entry and
create reports. This position is also a
back-up driver, delivering products
as needed. Must be able to lift up
to 40 pounds and be willing to
learn to drive a delivery van.
Driving and criminal background
checks will be completed
pre-hire. Hours are generally 9 am
to 6 pm, Monday through
Friday.
Benefits include paid time off
(PTO), insurances and a
401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement
plan. Send resume and letter of
interest to EO Media Group,
PO Box 2048, Salem,
OR 97308-2048,
by fax to 503-371-2935 or
e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com
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Full time retail customer care/data
entry position in busy, multi-faceted
business. Must be 18, good driving
record, enjoy working with the
public, able to lift 50 lb. Excellent
benefits, wage DOE. Apply in
person with resume: 34963 Hwy
101 Bus., Astoria by Sept. 21st.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel &
Suites, a Lincoln Asset
Management Hotel, has an
Assistant General Manager
position available.
Will assist and act in the place of
the General Manager when they
are away. Must be able to lead,
train, motivate and develop
others to achieve results.
Committed to and ensures 100%
guest satisfaction through
pleasant and professional guest
interactions. Responsibilities
include planning, organizing and
directing hotel services,
marketing the property, profit
management, budgets, and
cost/inventory control skills.
Math skills to complete required
reports are essential. Two or
more years of management
experience required.
Annual salary is $40,000 - $50,000
DOE; eligible for bonus after 12
months. Send resume with
cover letter to LAM 5809 Jean
Road Lake Oswego, Oregon
97035