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The INDEPENDENT, August 20, 2009 Page 13 Banks City Council sees new Sheriff’s Deputy sworn in to serve At the August 11, Banks City Council meeting, former Mayor Crippen’s family stood in recog- nition as Mayor John Kinsky proclaimed Saturday, August 1, as Mike Crippen Appreciation Day for the invaluable service that former Mayor Crippen pro- vided to the community. Former Mayor Crippen was noted for his involvement with the entire community through- out his term of office; he provid- ed insight and direction to the City Council during a particular- ly difficult legal proceeding in which the City ultimately pre- vailed. Through his hard work, he restored the severely dam- aged water springs infrastruc- ture following the 1996 flooding in Banks. Crippen led the way in refurbishing the Banks Log Cabin, saving a significant his- torical artifact. He upgraded the Banks Water Utility by looping water mains and replacing un- dersized and outmoded piping throughout town and worked with the Banks Tree Board to enhance Banks’ Urban Forest. He worked to ensure that hon- esty prevailed in all of his en- deavors, and he founded and supported the Banks Fire Cadet program that has provid- ed fire protection to the City for many years. Upon conclusion of the proclamation, Senator Betsy Johnson, the mayor and council rose to give the family a standing ovation on Crippen’s behalf. The family informed the mayor and council that the proclamation was read to him before his passing. There will be a memorial service for Crip- pen in the city on Saturday, Au- gust 22. Senator Johnson apologized to council for rescheduling her visit to the city three or four times, saying that it had been a “tough session” [in Salem] and she was the chief negotiator on three of four initiatives. John- son was very informative about S TRASSEL ’ S A UTO R EPAIR & H YDRAULIC H OSES the issues that are facing mu- nicipalities in this session, which will not end until January. Sheriff Rob Gordon attend- ed, telling Council that he “val- ues the partnership”. Gordon was there to witness the swear- ing in of Deputy Pat Chertude who has been assigned to the City of Banks. Sergeant Bob Ray intro- duced Chertude, saying that Pat was the best one chosen through a competitive process. Chertude, a 12 year veteran of the sheriff’s office, has been part of the SWAT team, school resource officer, firearms and defense tactics, and served in the military for 17 years. Also in attendance were Chertude’s wife, Michelle, and Chief Dep- uty Pat Garret. City Manager Jim Hough re- ported the following: • The city worked with PGE representatives regarding the addition of a privilege tax to the franchise. Council adopted the privilege tax for all utilities in June 2007, and the city plans to implement the privilege tax at the time the new PGE franchise becomes effective. • The city contracted with American Leak Detection to conduct a city-wide leak detec- tion survey. A significant drop in water loss is anticipated when the water main from the sand filter at Carsten’s water tank(s) is replaced. • The annual Banks Cham- ber of Commerce 9-hole two person team scramble golf tournament will be held Sep- tember 14 at Quail Valley Golf Course beginning at 3:00 p.m. It will be followed by the Cham- ber’s annual social and Appre- ciation Dinner at 6:00 p.m. at Coleman’s Shady Rest Restau- rant (55660 NW Wilson River Highway). Council members and spouses are invited. • Kennedy-Jenks was au- thorized to prepare a request for proposal (RFP) on the Oak Way project. The plan is to start the project on Saturday 26 and west Science Expo Middle School Special Award in the Environmental Science Cate- gory, and authorized expendi- ture of $100 to $300 annually for an engraved plaque and $50 U.S. Saving Bond. Hough gave some back- ground on the Five-City Re- gional Economic Area status – council had a brief discussion but no action was taken. At the July 29 special council meeting, council passed a mo- tion outlining a desired UGB expansion area to be re-ana- lyzed. The motion passed with Councilor Brian Biehl voting nay. The next city council meet- ing will be held September 8 at 7:30 p.m. Banks Christian Academy Now Enrolling for 2009 - 2010 Affordable Tuition for an Excellent Education Established since 1983 Jim Dandy Farm Market L OCAL B EANS , T OMATOES C UCUMBERS & P EACHES Open 7 Days • 9 AM - 6 PM 45770 NW Sunset Hwy, Banks 503-324-3954 Challenging academics, Christian values and small class sizes. • Preschool thru 12th Grade • Before & After School Care • Languages, Music, Art & Computers • 3 or 5 Full Day Kindergarten • Many Educational Field Trips • Transportation Vernonia/Banks 22785 NW Fisher Rd. Buxton 97109 503-324-4500 www.bankschristianacademy.org Super Quiet Portable Power Thanks for Shopping at Jim’s 2-4-6 S PIRAL W IRE S UCTION H OSES A DAPTORS - 3/16” TO 2” A MERICAN & M ETRIC F ITTINGS B ULK O IL P RODUCTS 276 S UNSET , B ANKS 503-324-9808 September 27 to minimize in- terference with the businesses on the street. • The City of Forest Grove has invited Western Washing- ton County mayors and council members to an evening of training on legislative affairs and other sub-regional matters, on August 13 at 6:00 p.m. Council adopted an Ordi- nance amending the Banks Municipal Code Identifying and Regulating Dangerous Dogs. Councilor Pete Edison com- mented that “[City Attorney Jim Lucas] did really good work…it [the ordinance] doesn’t talk about breeds; it’s strictly dog behavior.” Council agreed to participate in establishing an Intel North- 660 So. Main, Banks • 503-324-2171
