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Action Ads Help Wanted for Childcare Assistant. 16 or older with own transportation. Willing to work all hours. Some experi- ence needed. Kristina 503-429-3094. B08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Park Host. The City of Vernonia is seeking a contracted Park Host. The City owns a park with primitive and recreational vehicle campsites known as Anderson Park. The work to be per- formed by the Park Host includes all services generally performed for the maintenance and upkeep of Anderson Park property including, but not limited to: 1. Be a positive representative of the City and Parks, promoting return visits by tourists and encouraging vol- untary contribution to the parks. 2. Collect Fees. 3. Pick up trash in and around parks buildings and grounds. 4. Provide security presence at Ander- son Park area, including informing vis- itors of park rules and directing visitors to clean up after themselves and their pets. 5. Oversee the general care of the park. 6. Report on areas requiring attention to the Public Works Fore- man. The hours of service will be ap- proximately 64 hours per month. The City agrees to provide, in compensa- tion, a recreational vehicle space and utilities including water, sewer, garbage, electricity and telephone. If interested in this position please pick up an application at City Hall, 1001 Bridge St., Vernonia OR 97064. As a contract employee, a business license would be required. No calls please. Position closes August 8th – 5 pm. The City of Vernonia is an Equal Op- portunity Provider and Employer. B07/21-08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Civil Clerk Columbia County, Oregon Position #05-122 DUTIES: Provide adv. civil process and secretarial duties in Sheriff’s Of- fice. QUALIFICATIONS: HS + add’l college level; 4 yrs secr/clerk exp w/at least 2 yrs exp in law enforcement or related field. Full background check, including criminal, drug and psychological test- ing required. SALARY: $2312-$3044; appt usually at beg. of range. TO APPLY: County application form is mandatory; download from <www.co.columbia.or.us> or obtain from Columbia County Civil Service, 230 Strand, St. Helens, OR 97051; Phone: 503-397-3874. DEADLINE: Must be received by 5:00 p.m. on August 10, 2005; postmark not acceptable; fax apps not acceptable. Equal Opportunity Employer B08/04 FREE Vernonia Cares Food Bank is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with emer- gency food boxes at 627 Adams Av- enue. 503-429-1414. CHILD CARE/PRESCHOOL Kala Cota’s Preschool & Child Care 503-429-4406 State Certified 16 years experience Kristina’s Child Care Monday - Friday Hours Negotiable Reasonable Rates State Licensed SALES LEGAL NOTICES The County’s largest thrift store of- fers unbelievable bargains on clothing, furniture, tools and household items. There is something for everyone at The Starting Over Store behind Weird Harolds (St. Helens). Ph. 503-366- 0325. Closed M & T, Open Wed, Thurs & Fri. 10-6, Sat & Sun 10-4. B07/21-08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Garage Sale, August 5 & 6, 9-6 p.m., complete 50-gallon fish tank, $100 OBO. Books, miscellaneous items. 1200 Ruth Ave. B08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Multi-Family Moving Sale, 500 A St., Vernonia. Fri., Sat., Sun., Aug 5-7, from 9am-dark. P08/04 hall@vernonia-or.gov> until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 15, 2005. Position: The position will be based strictly on an as-needed basis. Incum- bent will be responsible for technical is- sues such as compliance with Statewide Planning Goals, specific use-standards, and other related items. Attendance at Planning Com- mission Meetings is not mandatory – unless circumstances require it. Total time needed should average between 5 to 10 hours per month: Hours may in- crease or decrease as needed. Requirements: Prospective Bidders must have verifiable land-use planning experience within the State of Oregon. The Bidder should supply a Qualifica- tions Statement, a list of references and/or projects completed, and an amount of compensation requested monthly or hourly. Bidders must also list any possible conflicts or interest within the City’s Urban Growth Bound- ary (Note: Failure to disclose possible conflicts may result in disqualification from the bidding process or termination of services). All submitted bids will be opened on the date, time and place listed above by the City Administrator, with a recom- mendation made to the City Council at its Council Meeting that night. The City of Vernonia is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. 503-429-3094 SERVICES ABC Preschool. Now accepting reg- istration for the 2005-2006 school year. 3 year old and 4 year old class- es. First come, first served. $25.00 registration fee required. Call Jeanne Mohr at 503-429-4796 for more infor- mation. B07/21-08/04 Lulu's Antique Refinishing Repair & Caning MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Furniture: Quality, good condition living, dining, den, family, and bed- room, area rugs, newer upright freez- er. 503-429-0973. P08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Hay for sale, $1.50 to $2.50, Vernon- ia. 503-429-0273. F08/04 -------------------------------------------------- Firewood for sale. Call Trever, 503- 429-4310. B07/07-08/18 MISCELLANEOUS WANTED Wanted: Your prayer requests. Do you need the power of prayer in your life? Send your requests to: Ladies Bible Study, Prayer Requests, Vernon- ia Christian Church, 446 Bridge St., Vernonia OR 97064. BTFN WILL BUY ANTIQUES, Collectibles and Estates. One piece or house full. Cash paid. 503-429- 1608 BTFN SALES Annual Jamboree Yard & Estate Sale. Aug. 5-6-7. 8 til 5 Friday & Saturday, 8 til 3 Sunday. 10 miles north of Vernonia on Hwy 47 (at Mike’s tree farm). Follow signs. Many antiques, guns, glassware, oak icebox, pine cupboard, collecta- ble pictures, 5 legged oak table, unique oak sewing machine, oak sideboard with mirror, beautiful old dresser, very interesting old combi- nation oak table/couch, horse drawn mower, old tools, mirrors, rabbit cages, stainless rodent cages, aluminum rabbit carriers, stainless trays, stainless feed cups, 1996 Geo Metro (needs clutch), kerosene lamps, bell collection, lots of old books, antique reference books. Huge sale as usual. Too much to list. P08/04 If your furniture isn't becoming to you, you should be coming to me. Antiques Bought & Sold 429-7633 Eves. ESTATE SALE HELP We can save you work, help sell your items or buy you out completely. Call Darlene 503-728-3654, cell 503-308- 2764. B07/21-08/18 LEGAL NOTICES Publish August 4, 2005 Action Ads INEXPENSIVE – EFFECTIVE 503-429-9410 Page 21 ANNOUNCEMENTS VERNONIA OREGON FAMILY HISTORY CENTER 1350 Knott Street Vernonia, Oregon 503-429-7151 Hours: Mondays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 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. LOST YOUR DOG? Call the Colum- bia County Animal Shelter in St. He- lens at 503-397-3935. -------------------------------------------------- Recycle your magazines at St. Mary’s Church, 2nd & 4th Saturdays. Questions? Call 503-429-8092 or 503- 429-8841. TRIVIA ANSWERS Trivia answers (from page 17) 1. Ghost Room. 2. Timberline Lodge. 3. It originally was a Mont- gomery Ward store and warehouse, and only two let- ters in the roof sign needed to be changed for the new name. 4. 1935. 5. 1964 Summer Games in Tokyo. 6. About 100. Notice of Openings for Tree City Committee Positions The City of Vernonia is seeking in- dividuals interested in serving their community on a new “ad hoc” commit- tee. The purpose of this committee would be to investigate the feasibility of a City Tree Ordinance and City Tree Board. The purpose of the Tree Board would be to study, investigate, develop and administer a written plan for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, replanting, removal or disposition of trees and shrubs in parks, along streets, and in other public areas. The committee would make recommenda- tions to City Council. Persons interested in serving on this committee should submit a request to serve to City Council or call with in- quiries to Kate Conley, City Recorder, at 503-429-5291. All requests must be submitted to Kate Conley, City Recorder at City Hall, 1001 Bridge St, Vernonia OR 97064 by August 31, 2005. The City of Vernonia is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Publish July 21 and August 4, 2005 ---------------------------------------------------------- Request for Bids City of Vernonia – Planning Consul- tant. The City of Vernonia is seeking sealed bids for the services of Planning Consultant. These bids will be received by the City Recorder for the City of Ver- nonia at Vernonia City Hall, 1001 Bridge St, Vernonia OR 97064; by fax at 503-429-4232; and by email at <city Hu Los nti t in th ng? a M e h F in aze e Re a lp d y of al nd of ou Ho in Es ex the r w me Th tat pe r ay e e P rie elia wit n IN h DE rof ced ble PE ess ND ion EN als T. HELP WANTED The INDEPENDENT, August 4, 2005