Vancouver WA – An open house dealing with rural lands will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Dollars Corner fire station, 21609 N.E. 72nd Ave. (Fire District 11). The open house begins at 6 p.m.
The Board of Clark County Commissioners convened a rural lands task force in June 2009 to create recommendations to the Board on the following specific issues:
· Rural center economic development opportunities
· Maintenance of farming and forestry operations
· Rural economic development opportunities
· Rural areas that are next to develop (future urban reserve areas)
· Rural areas where natural landscapes dominate over the built environment.
The task force has met 11 times. The discussions so far have been about the potential for increasing densities and economic opportunities in rural centers, about how best to preserve agricultural activities, and about the county’s forest and mining policies. The purpose of the open house is to ask the public for ideas on these and any other topics affecting rural areas in the county.
The task force members are Ginger Burr, Sharon Bussler, Ingrid Dankmeyer, Dan Dupuis, Russ Grattan, Doug Hagedorn, David Halme, Rocque Merritt, Monty Multanen, Mike Posey, Danny Walsh, Byron Woltersdorf, Bill Zimmerman, and Robert Zumstein.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
It's Not Too Late to Register for an Evergreen Public Schools' Community Tour
Vancouver, Wash. – Superintendent John Deeder invites you to join him for the first Evergreen Public Schools' Community Tour of the school year on Thursday, November 5, 2009. The tour begins and ends at the Clark County Skills Center from 8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Patrons will visit Union High School's, performing arts, engineering, fitness, leadership and business classes; Cascade Middle School will showcase, math, science, technical and literacy programs; and Endeavour Elementary School will highlight their music program, the "Awesome Authors" partnership with Bridgewood Retirement Community and the school structured recess.
The tour will end with a lunch back at the Clark County Skills Center, prepared by students in the culinary program. There is no cost for this event and all community members are welcome. It is requested that those interested pre-register. This can be done online at: www.evergreenps.org or by calling Community Relations at: 604-4088.
The Clark County Skills Center is located at: 12200 NE 28th St., Vancouver.
Patrons will visit Union High School's, performing arts, engineering, fitness, leadership and business classes; Cascade Middle School will showcase, math, science, technical and literacy programs; and Endeavour Elementary School will highlight their music program, the "Awesome Authors" partnership with Bridgewood Retirement Community and the school structured recess.
The tour will end with a lunch back at the Clark County Skills Center, prepared by students in the culinary program. There is no cost for this event and all community members are welcome. It is requested that those interested pre-register. This can be done online at: www.evergreenps.org or by calling Community Relations at: 604-4088.
The Clark County Skills Center is located at: 12200 NE 28th St., Vancouver.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Cambie Bridge Closed this Saturday As Organizers Expect Crowd of 10,000...
VANCOUVER, Oct. 23, 2009 – David Suzuki and Mayor Gregor Robertson are inviting Vancouverites to join them at high noon on the Cambie Street Bridge this Saturday (Oct. 24) as Vancouver does its part for the International Day of Climate Action, the world's largest political demonstration calling on the world's leaders to get tough on climate change (www.bridgecoolplanet.ca).
With 4000 events registered in 169 countries and Canada 2nd only to the U.S. in terms of the number of events planned, Vancouver's event is expected to be one of the largest in the country.
What: “Bridge to a Cool Planet” Vancouver's Contribution to International Day of Climate Action
When: Oct. 24th, 2009 @ 12:00pm
Where: Cambie Street Bridge
Who: Mayor Gregor Robertson, David Suzuki, Christina Ora (Solomon Islands), 350 salsa dancers.
With 4000 events registered in 169 countries and Canada 2nd only to the U.S. in terms of the number of events planned, Vancouver's event is expected to be one of the largest in the country.
What: “Bridge to a Cool Planet” Vancouver's Contribution to International Day of Climate Action
When: Oct. 24th, 2009 @ 12:00pm
Where: Cambie Street Bridge
Who: Mayor Gregor Robertson, David Suzuki, Christina Ora (Solomon Islands), 350 salsa dancers.
County to consider parking restrictions near WSU Vancouver
Vancouver, WA – Clark County will consider prohibiting daytime parking on some residential streets west of Washington State University Vancouver.
County commissioners decided Wednesday to hold a pubic hearing at 10 a.m. Dec. 8 at the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St. on proposed restrictions similar to those already in place near Skyview and Columbia River high schools.
Residents living near the 350-acre campus have voiced concerns about parked cars, mail delivery, garbage collection and pedestrian safety since many areas do not have sidewalks and residents routinely walk in the street.
Neighborhood representatives distributed surveys and circulated petitions to gauge where parking restrictions would have the most residential support.
During an Aug. 11 open house, county officials heard comments generally supportive of parking restrictions but also heard some opposition.
The proposal would prohibit all on-street parking during specified times, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, excluding holidays, on sections of the following roads:
· Northeast 147th and 148th streets, from Northeast 29th Avenue west to Northeast 26th Avenue.
· Northeast 150th Street, from Northeast 29th Avenue west to its end near Northeast 25th Court.
· Northeast 26th and 28th courts, north of Northeast 150th Street.
· Northeast 26th Avenue, between Northeast 147th and 148th streets.
· Northeast 27th Avenue, between Northeast 150th Street and Northeast 152nd Circle.
If county commissioners approve the proposal, anyone ignoring the restrictions could receive a $38 citation.
County commissioners decided Wednesday to hold a pubic hearing at 10 a.m. Dec. 8 at the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St. on proposed restrictions similar to those already in place near Skyview and Columbia River high schools.
Residents living near the 350-acre campus have voiced concerns about parked cars, mail delivery, garbage collection and pedestrian safety since many areas do not have sidewalks and residents routinely walk in the street.
Neighborhood representatives distributed surveys and circulated petitions to gauge where parking restrictions would have the most residential support.
During an Aug. 11 open house, county officials heard comments generally supportive of parking restrictions but also heard some opposition.
The proposal would prohibit all on-street parking during specified times, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, excluding holidays, on sections of the following roads:
· Northeast 147th and 148th streets, from Northeast 29th Avenue west to Northeast 26th Avenue.
· Northeast 150th Street, from Northeast 29th Avenue west to its end near Northeast 25th Court.
· Northeast 26th and 28th courts, north of Northeast 150th Street.
· Northeast 26th Avenue, between Northeast 147th and 148th streets.
· Northeast 27th Avenue, between Northeast 150th Street and Northeast 152nd Circle.
If county commissioners approve the proposal, anyone ignoring the restrictions could receive a $38 citation.
Business / Citizen of the Year Nominations with Five NEW Nomination Categories
It is time, once again, to submit your nominations for the 2009 Business Person and Citizen of the Year.
Citizen of the Year selection is based on:
Community service
Volunteerism, and
Leadership, primarily in Battle Ground
The Business Person of the Year must:
Own or operate a business in the 98604 zip code
Be a Member of the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce.
Selection is based on, but not limited to:
Appearance
Promotion
Involvement in business or professional organizations
Recent expansion, remodeling or construction
Respect for other business people
Work on projects that benefit other businesses
Customer service practices
The Business of the Year must:
A business operating in the 98604 zip code
Be a Member of the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce.
Contributed to our local economy in a significant way (i.e., brought non traditional revenue into Battle Ground with projects, products or visitors)
The Teacher of the Year must:
Teach in any school within the Battle Ground School District
Shown exemplary care and skills in performing the job of teaching students
Share your philosophy and what you expect of your students.
The Coach of the Year must:
Coach in any school within the Battle Ground School District
Shown exemplary care and skills in performing the job of coaching students
Share your philosophy and what you expect of your athletes.
The Service Person of the Year must:
Perform a service job within the City of Battle Ground, Clark County, Washington
Be a Member of the Military, Battle Ground Police Department, or Clark County Fire & Rescue
The Volunteer of the Year must:
Volunteered for our community or for a non profit organization in Battle Ground or within Clark County
Please submit your nomination either by email to admin@battlegroundchamber.org or in writing and mailed to:
Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce
2210 West Main Street #107-345
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Nominations must be received by December 15, 2009.
Voting will be held in December by secret ballot and three finalists in each category will be announced and invited to our Annual Recognition Banquet on Friday, January 29th where the winner in each category will be announced and awarded a plaque in recognition of their contributions to our community.
Know that we appreciate your participation in this time honored tradition.
Citizen of the Year selection is based on:
Community service
Volunteerism, and
Leadership, primarily in Battle Ground
The Business Person of the Year must:
Own or operate a business in the 98604 zip code
Be a Member of the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce.
Selection is based on, but not limited to:
Appearance
Promotion
Involvement in business or professional organizations
Recent expansion, remodeling or construction
Respect for other business people
Work on projects that benefit other businesses
Customer service practices
The Business of the Year must:
A business operating in the 98604 zip code
Be a Member of the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce.
Contributed to our local economy in a significant way (i.e., brought non traditional revenue into Battle Ground with projects, products or visitors)
The Teacher of the Year must:
Teach in any school within the Battle Ground School District
Shown exemplary care and skills in performing the job of teaching students
Share your philosophy and what you expect of your students.
The Coach of the Year must:
Coach in any school within the Battle Ground School District
Shown exemplary care and skills in performing the job of coaching students
Share your philosophy and what you expect of your athletes.
The Service Person of the Year must:
Perform a service job within the City of Battle Ground, Clark County, Washington
Be a Member of the Military, Battle Ground Police Department, or Clark County Fire & Rescue
The Volunteer of the Year must:
Volunteered for our community or for a non profit organization in Battle Ground or within Clark County
Please submit your nomination either by email to admin@battlegroundchamber.org or in writing and mailed to:
Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce
2210 West Main Street #107-345
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Nominations must be received by December 15, 2009.
Voting will be held in December by secret ballot and three finalists in each category will be announced and invited to our Annual Recognition Banquet on Friday, January 29th where the winner in each category will be announced and awarded a plaque in recognition of their contributions to our community.
Know that we appreciate your participation in this time honored tradition.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Meeting to gather input on new regional county park
Vancouver, WA – Park and outdoor recreation enthusiasts from across the county are encouraged to attend a public meeting on Oct. 14 to provide input on the future development of Daybreak Regional Park. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the Daybreak Primary and Middle School Commons, 1900 NW 20th Ave., Battle Ground.
Lower Daybreak Regional Park is an extension of Daybreak Regional Park, which is located at 26401 NE Daybreak Road, between the cities of La Center and Battle Ground. This 112-acre undeveloped property is located on the south bank of the East Fork Lewis River, west of the boat launch.
At the public meeting, project staff will invite attendees to suggest and prioritize different types of recreational uses that may be included in the park’s master plan. This input will be used to develop a draft master plan for additional public review in December.
People unable to attend the public meeting may still participate. All presentation materials will be posted on the project Web page along with an electronic comment form starting Oct. 15. All comments must be received by Oct. 29. People can also sign up to receive e-mail updates about the project on the Web page. The Web page address is: www.clark.wa.gov/legacylands/LowerDaybreak.html
This park planning effort is being funded by regional real estate excise taxes, which are paid when properties are sold. The county must complete a master plan before development can begin. A master plan identifies a preferred mix of recreation uses and facilities that may be included on a specific park property. The county will install the park features included in the final master plan when funding and partnership opportunities are available.
For more information, please contact Pat Lee at (360) 397-2375 ext. 4070, or by e-mail at Patrick.Lee@clark.wa.gov.
Lower Daybreak Regional Park is an extension of Daybreak Regional Park, which is located at 26401 NE Daybreak Road, between the cities of La Center and Battle Ground. This 112-acre undeveloped property is located on the south bank of the East Fork Lewis River, west of the boat launch.
At the public meeting, project staff will invite attendees to suggest and prioritize different types of recreational uses that may be included in the park’s master plan. This input will be used to develop a draft master plan for additional public review in December.
People unable to attend the public meeting may still participate. All presentation materials will be posted on the project Web page along with an electronic comment form starting Oct. 15. All comments must be received by Oct. 29. People can also sign up to receive e-mail updates about the project on the Web page. The Web page address is: www.clark.wa.gov/legacylands/LowerDaybreak.html
This park planning effort is being funded by regional real estate excise taxes, which are paid when properties are sold. The county must complete a master plan before development can begin. A master plan identifies a preferred mix of recreation uses and facilities that may be included on a specific park property. The county will install the park features included in the final master plan when funding and partnership opportunities are available.
For more information, please contact Pat Lee at (360) 397-2375 ext. 4070, or by e-mail at Patrick.Lee@clark.wa.gov.
Board of Clark County Commissioners approves emergency proclamation to bolster H1N1 response
Vancouver, WA – In support of the H1N1 community vaccination phase, the Board of Clark County Commissioners Tuesday evening approved a proclamation to help ensure an efficient and effective community response. The proclamation expands the number of persons who can administer vaccine, expedites purchasing procedures, and assists with staffing resources.
The board’s proclamation of emergency is an administrative action being taken in conjunction with similar declarations in Cowlitz, Skamania and Wahkiakum counties, which with Clark County and the Cowlitz Tribe comprise Public Health Region IV. The proclamations will help sustain the coordinated and prolonged response among the four counties and tribe to prevent as much illness as possible.
It is important to ensure that as the vaccine arrives, it is administered as efficiently and in as timely a manner as possible. Doing so will help keep our children healthy and in school, our families focused on their usual activities, health care providers at work, and our businesses operating.
The first shipment of H1N1 vaccine is still anticipated to arrive this week. It will be 5,800 doses of intranasal mist, which will be distributed throughout Public Health Region IV. Under the proclamation, paramedics and certain emergency medical technicians will be allowed to help vaccinate people, speeding up the effort to inoculate health care workers and county residents.
Starting mid-month, public health officials anticipate weekly shipments of the vaccine in both the nasal mist and shot forms for broader distribution. The emergency proclamation will enable the county to purchase materials and services in an expedited manner.
More information about H1N1 and Clark County’s response is available at http://www.flunewsswwashington.org.
The board’s proclamation of emergency is an administrative action being taken in conjunction with similar declarations in Cowlitz, Skamania and Wahkiakum counties, which with Clark County and the Cowlitz Tribe comprise Public Health Region IV. The proclamations will help sustain the coordinated and prolonged response among the four counties and tribe to prevent as much illness as possible.
It is important to ensure that as the vaccine arrives, it is administered as efficiently and in as timely a manner as possible. Doing so will help keep our children healthy and in school, our families focused on their usual activities, health care providers at work, and our businesses operating.
The first shipment of H1N1 vaccine is still anticipated to arrive this week. It will be 5,800 doses of intranasal mist, which will be distributed throughout Public Health Region IV. Under the proclamation, paramedics and certain emergency medical technicians will be allowed to help vaccinate people, speeding up the effort to inoculate health care workers and county residents.
Starting mid-month, public health officials anticipate weekly shipments of the vaccine in both the nasal mist and shot forms for broader distribution. The emergency proclamation will enable the county to purchase materials and services in an expedited manner.
More information about H1N1 and Clark County’s response is available at http://www.flunewsswwashington.org.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
AZUMANO TRAVEL ESTABLISHES DONATION ACCOUNT FOR SAMOAN RESIDENTS STRICKEN BY TSUNAMI
PORTLAND, OREGON (Oct. 6, 2009) - Azumano Travel has established a fund at Wells Fargo to gather donations for residents of Samoa affected by the recent tsunami there.
All donations made will be forwarded to the Mercy Corps relief agency. Contributions to Mercy Corps in the name of Samoan Relief can be made at any Wells Fargo bank in Oregon or Southwest Washington, or nationwide.
“With a large Samoan population here in the Northwest, and understanding how closely tied this region of the world is to tourism, I feel especially compelled to organize an effort that will provide some badly needed relief,”
said Sho Dozono, president & CEO of Azumano Travel. “Our goal is to aid the residents there and get the infrastructure repaired as quickly as possible.”
Samoa is very dependent on tourism. And even as the initial rescue and clean up progresses, the residents’ future remains in peril.
“We saw this happen after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and again after Hurricane Katrina. Recovery is slow and can have a major impact on an economy that is already struggling,” said Dozono.
Sunspots International, a Portland based tour operator specializing in travel to the South Pacific, reports it is already feeling the impact of the tsunami.
“The south coast of Samoa seems to have incurred the most devastation,” said Rodney Smith, Sunspot’s vice president. “Two of Samoa’s luxury resorts on the south coast have been wiped out, which will translate into thousands of tourist cancellations for the country.”
Based in Portland, Mercy Corps is a team of 3700 professionals that help turn a crisis into opportunity for millions around the world. See www.mercycorps.org.
“I have seen Mercy Corps in action and have every confidence they will make a huge difference in Samoa,” said Dozono. “I also encourage my peers within the travel and tourism industry to activate and support the people of Samoa, either though Mercy Corp efforts or other means of their liking.”
A History of Helping
Following 9/11, Azumano Travel displayed to the country it was safe to travel again by leading 1,000 Oregonians to New York City as part of the “Flight For Freedom.” Those efforts brought life back into the crippled city’s economy. In 2005, Azumano Travel organized a “Flight Of Friendship” trip to Thailand as a show of support following the 2004 tsunami that ravaged that country. The trip showed the world that Thailand was again “open to business” and welcoming visitors. A second “Flight Of Friendship” trip was organized in 2007 when hundreds of
Northwest residents traveled to New Orleans post Katrina and volunteered their services while supporting the economy through tourism.
All donations made will be forwarded to the Mercy Corps relief agency. Contributions to Mercy Corps in the name of Samoan Relief can be made at any Wells Fargo bank in Oregon or Southwest Washington, or nationwide.
“With a large Samoan population here in the Northwest, and understanding how closely tied this region of the world is to tourism, I feel especially compelled to organize an effort that will provide some badly needed relief,”
said Sho Dozono, president & CEO of Azumano Travel. “Our goal is to aid the residents there and get the infrastructure repaired as quickly as possible.”
Samoa is very dependent on tourism. And even as the initial rescue and clean up progresses, the residents’ future remains in peril.
“We saw this happen after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and again after Hurricane Katrina. Recovery is slow and can have a major impact on an economy that is already struggling,” said Dozono.
Sunspots International, a Portland based tour operator specializing in travel to the South Pacific, reports it is already feeling the impact of the tsunami.
“The south coast of Samoa seems to have incurred the most devastation,” said Rodney Smith, Sunspot’s vice president. “Two of Samoa’s luxury resorts on the south coast have been wiped out, which will translate into thousands of tourist cancellations for the country.”
Based in Portland, Mercy Corps is a team of 3700 professionals that help turn a crisis into opportunity for millions around the world. See www.mercycorps.org.
“I have seen Mercy Corps in action and have every confidence they will make a huge difference in Samoa,” said Dozono. “I also encourage my peers within the travel and tourism industry to activate and support the people of Samoa, either though Mercy Corp efforts or other means of their liking.”
A History of Helping
Following 9/11, Azumano Travel displayed to the country it was safe to travel again by leading 1,000 Oregonians to New York City as part of the “Flight For Freedom.” Those efforts brought life back into the crippled city’s economy. In 2005, Azumano Travel organized a “Flight Of Friendship” trip to Thailand as a show of support following the 2004 tsunami that ravaged that country. The trip showed the world that Thailand was again “open to business” and welcoming visitors. A second “Flight Of Friendship” trip was organized in 2007 when hundreds of
Northwest residents traveled to New Orleans post Katrina and volunteered their services while supporting the economy through tourism.
Vehicle auction nets Clark County twice expected amount
Vancouver, WA – A sluggish economy might have paid off for Clark County last week during an auction of nearly 50 cars, trucks, trailers and other equipment.
The auction, held Tuesday at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds, brought in $175,700. Out of that total, the auctioneer earned a $13,300 commission.
Charley Masco, Clark County Department of Public Works’ operations manager for fleet and facilities, expected the auction would bring in only half that amount.
“We were pleasantly surprised,” Masco said. “I think there’s a pent-up demand for cars, but people can’t afford a brand new car.”
Many of the vehicles are no longer needed because of staff downsizing in health, building and other areas of county government.
Several vehicles had relatively low miles. A 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, previously used by Clark County Public Health, had 21,183 miles and sold for $4,750.
The auction, held Tuesday at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds, brought in $175,700. Out of that total, the auctioneer earned a $13,300 commission.
Charley Masco, Clark County Department of Public Works’ operations manager for fleet and facilities, expected the auction would bring in only half that amount.
“We were pleasantly surprised,” Masco said. “I think there’s a pent-up demand for cars, but people can’t afford a brand new car.”
Many of the vehicles are no longer needed because of staff downsizing in health, building and other areas of county government.
Several vehicles had relatively low miles. A 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, previously used by Clark County Public Health, had 21,183 miles and sold for $4,750.
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