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The INDEPENDENT, October 7, 2004
HELP WANTED
CARD OF THANKS
VERNONIA, OREGON – City Admin-
istrator. Population 2,260. Starting
salary range $50,000-$60,000 DOQ,
plus benefits. Located in the beautiful
coast range, this picturesque commu-
nity on the Nehalem River features
first class parks, trails, creeks. Vernon-
ia is an easy commute to high tech in-
dustrial areas and has potential for
significant growth. Most duties of the
city administrator involve working with
community leaders, department or di-
vision heads of the City, other inter-
governmental agencies, representa-
tives of business and the general pub-
lic. Actions taken are on broad policy,
planning, and budget problems of the
City operations as directed by the City
Council. Candidate should have Bach-
elor’s Degree in Business/Public Ad-
ministration or closely related field;
Master’s Degree given preference.
Equivalent work experience may be
considered in lieu of degree. Five
years progressively responsible public
or business management experience
affording general knowledge of local
and state laws. The position requires
extensive knowledge of municipal
government organization, powers,
functions and relationships with other
governmental jurisdictions; principles
and practices of public budgeting, fi-
nance, banking, reporting, and per-
sonnel management, assigning and
supervising the work of others; office
practices, procedures and methods,
and of all legal requirements and pro-
cedures involved in conducting elec-
tions. The ideal candidate shall have
skill in grant application/procure-
ment/administration from public and
private entities. In addition the new ad-
ministrator shall have the ability to su-
pervise and evaluate ongoing and fu-
ture projects, properly delegate re-
sponsibilities to the appropriate areas,
and maintain accountability for the
overall success of City services. The
City Administrator shall develop and
prepare effective, readily understand-
able correspondence, administrative
reports, and public relations informa-
tion; be an excellent manager of peo-
ple; and an exceptional communicator,
both orally and in writing. Prior to em-
ployment, candidate must submit to a
drug screen, bond ability, educational
and experience verification, criminal
background, reference checks, med-
ical and psychological screening.
Send City application and consent
forms, resume, five professional refer-
ences and a cover letter summarizing
qualifications to City of Vernonia, 1001
Bridge Street, Vernonia, OR, 97064 by
5 PM PST, November 1, 2004. Appli-
cations may be obtained from the City
by calling or e-mailing Kate Conley at
503-429-5291, <cityhall@vernonia-
or.gov>. City’s web site is <www.ver-
nonia-or.gov>.
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A $3,000 – $4,000 per week income
potential, no selling, training provided.
1-800-750-9138.
B09/02-10/21
Thanks to all the local businesses
who donated to the Treasure Hunt
Basket. It was greatly appreciated.
Sorry, Dale!
P10/07
Janie Wasmann
953 Bridge St., Vernonia
AUTOMOTIVE
503-429-6203 • 1-800-488-6203
84 Pontiac, 6000STE, with sunroof,
runs, $300. 503-429-0625
F10/07
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
Sofa, footrests at each end, recently
cleaned, $75 (will be donated to Ver-
nonia Cares). 503-429-6541 F10/07
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Firewood, $120/cord, delivered with-
in Vernonia. Fundraiser for DC Kids.
503-429-2205.
B10/07
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baby stroller, $10. Adjustable high-
chair, $10. 503-429-0625.
B10/07
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
WILL BUY ANTIQUES,
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
Real Estate Brokers: Carol Ostrander, GRI, 503-429-6425 • Nancy Dailey, 503-429-3703
Rick Gardner, 503-429-6481 • Steve Stanbrough, 429-8017 • Ken Bateman, 503-429-1032
Robin Murphy, 503-429-4101 • Associate Broker: Helen Bateman, 503-429-1032
ROCK CREEK, 69.87AC rolling pasture- 1.79 ACRES w/remodeled 2-story BEST BUY! Remod 3BR/1.5BA, lg
land w/3BR 50s style home. Hwd floors, farmhouse. Blueberries, fruit trees, bonus room, oak cabs, 2 gas fireplaces.
bsmt, lg barn, 2nd home site....$485,000 low taxes. Motivated seller...$179,000 Seller says bring all offers!...$126,000
SERVICES
MIKE JAMES
HORSESHOEING
503-429-4017
Kristina’s
Child Care
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
www.vernoniarealty.com
Collectibles and Estates. One piece
or house full. Cash paid. 503-429-
1608
BTFN
ESTATE SALE HELP
We can save you work, help sell your
items or buy you out completely. Call
Darlene 503-728-3654, cell 503-936-
9083.
BTFN
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
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INCREDIBLE YARD, Nehalem River
front, remod 3BD w/oversize garage.
All at a great price, too!........$144,500
RARE FIND ON RIVER Spacious
3BR home........................$144,500
NICE FARM HOUSE on 1.79 acres
outside Vernonia..............$179,000
SHOP TO DIE FOR w/spacious 4BR
2 Bath home.....................$269,500
TRIPLEX on over 1/3 acre, parking,
coin laundry.....................$139,000
10 AC WITH VIEW! Ready to build
on....................................$174,500
3BR W/VIEW, remodeled...$97,500
REDUCED PRICE! Great 4BD/2BA
home, w/bonus room + 2 shops, RV gar
on 5 city lots. Shown by app’t...$259,500
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TO SERVE YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS
SALES
Too Much Stuff!?
Huge Rummage Sale 736 Bridge St.
(Breaktime building) Fri. & Sat., Oct 10
& 11, 9-6. Proceeds to Vernonia Cares
and Breaktime Family Rec. Center.
F10/07
INDEPENDENT
503-429-3094
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Action Ads
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FAMILY HISTORY CENTER
M ON - F RI
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1350 Knott Street
Vernonia, Oregon
503-429-7151
ALL AGES WELCOME
Hours:
Mondays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Saturdays (2nd and 4th) 10:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m.
Sunday 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Hours Negotiable
Reasonable Rates
6 yrs. classroom experience. Infant,
preschool, toddler and school age.
State Registered
503-429-0567
Lulu's Antique
Refinishing
Repair & Caning
If your furniture isn't
becoming to you, you
should be coming to me.
Antiques Bought & Sold
429-7633 Eves.
LOST YOUR DOG? Call the Colum-
bia County Animal Shelter in St. He-
lens at 503-397-3935.
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Recycle your magazines at St.
Mary’s Church, 2nd & 4th Saturdays.
Call 503-429-8092 or 503-429-8841.
FREE
Vernonia Cares Emergency Food
Bank is open every Tuesday and
Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
at 627 Adams Avenue. 503-429-1414.
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