OPEN BURNING PERIOD FOR YARD DEBRIS

Yard debris may be burned outdoors beginning Saturday, November 5th, and ending Sunday, November 20th. Burning is restricted to yard debris only, and burn barrels are prohibited. Yard debris is lawn clippings, leaves, brush, trimmings/prunings, sawdust and wood scraps. It is not dirt/gravel, paper/plastic, metal, rocks/bricks, sod, or food waste.

A burn permit is not required within Columbia City, but it must be a designated burn day during the daylight hours. Call the "Burn Line" at (503) 397-4800 each day to see if it is a burn day.

You must follow these basic rules for proper open burning:

• You must have a garden hose, or a shovel and a 5-gallon bucket of water at all times, and the fire must NOT be left unattended at any time until out.

• Yard and garden trimmings must be cut and piled no larger than 6 feet wide by 4 feet high.

• The ground must be cleared not less than 10 feet around the burning area. There must be a separation of 50 feet between the burn pile and any structure, trees, vehicle or property line if the burn pile is greater than 3 feet in diameter; and a 25 foot separation if the burn pile is less than 3 feet in diameter.

• The fire must not adversely affect neighbors (smoke).

The Columbia City Police Department has Trick or Treat bags available for young children at no charge. The bags are available at City Hall and may be picked up by parents and/or children.

Want an opportunity to "Give Where You Live"? Contact the United Way by calling (503) 556-3614.

THANK YOU

We'd like to extend a very special thank you to:

• Clark Merwin for donating some tools to use for cement work.

• Columbia County Sheriff's Work Crew helping with construction projects in our parks.

• Barbara Jones and Marian Calnon for maintaining the City Hall flowerbeds.

• Bernie Albertine, Alice Barchus, Nell Harrison, Dolores Heinz, Shelia Jackson, Phyllis Rowley and Amy West for helping with the September newsletter and utility billing.

Is your house in need of repairs? Low-income homeowners may be eligible for no-interest, deferred payment loans! The funds may be used to complete the following housing rehabilitation projects:

• Update electrical, plumbing or sewer

• Replace or update heat source

• Replace roof, doors, windows

• Structural repairs

• Foundation repairs

• Energy saving measures

In order to qualify, you must be a homeowner, meet income and property guidelines, and live in the dwelling to be repaired. Loan funds are limited! Please contact the Community Action Team, Inc., at (503) 397-1675 for additional information and/or loan applications.

Some of the items donated for the recent auction saw little bidding action during the Celebration. In order to sell these items, the City will accept sealed bids. All items may be examined at City Hall during regular work hours. All proceeds go to the Community Library.

To bid on the remaining items, complete the following form and return it in a sealed envelope to City Hall. Envelopes containing bids must be clearly marked "SEALED BID" and delivered to City Hall at 1840 Second Street, or mailed to PO Box 189, Columbia City, OR 97018. Sealed bids must be received by City Hall no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 31, 2005.

$________Baby dress for 12 month old, minimum bid $8.00.

$________Garbage disposal, minimum bid $21.00.

$________Susan Branch sugar bowl, minimum bid $3.00.

$________Used HP Deskjet printer, no minimum bid

$________Rain gear - large high-bib yellow trousers, minimum bid $6.00.

$________Rain gear - medium yellow jacket with hood, minimum bid $6.00.

$________One month of Tai Chi classes from Shaolin Kung Fu Club, minimum bid $15.00.

$________One month of Kung Fu classes from Shaolin Kung Fu Club, minimum bid $15.00.

$________6-week family membership with the Columbia City Sports and Recreation Club, minimum bid $31.00.

$________Two western soup bowls, minimum bid $5.00.

Carolyn King Memorial Park: The Columbia County Sheriff's Work Crew assisted City Public Works staff with the installation of a covered picnic table in Carolyn King Memorial Park.

Jim Bundy Memorial Park: The Sheriff's Work Crew also assisted Public Works staff with pouring a cement slab. The slab was poured in preparation for the installation of a picnic shelter. Picnic tables and park benches have been purchased and will be assembled and added to the park. Morse Bros., Inc., has agreed to pave the parking lot, which provides access to the park from the "C" Street cul-de-sac, at no cost to the City.

We'd like to extend a sincere "thank you" to Morse Bros., Inc., the Columbia County Sheriff's Work Crew, and all of our dedicated park volunteers for their assistance with our park projects!

It's as easy as 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5. If you do absolutely nothing but dump your yard debris in a big pile, it will eventually turn to compost just as it does in nature. However, if you want compost sooner rather than later, follow these five simple rules:

1. Uniform particle size: Chop all your yard debris down to 1-inch pieces or smaller. Use clippers, chipper/shredder or mower.

2. Mix: Mix equal volumes of browns, (dried leaves, etc.) and greens (fresh grass, weeds, etc.)

3. Pile size: Add enough material to create a 1 cubic yard pile (3' x 3' x 3').

4. Moisture: Add water to pile if necessary so it feels damp, like a wrung out sponge.

5. Aeration: Turn/stir your pile once a week for several months.

If you do your best to follow these five rules, the microbes that turn your yard debris into compost will be happy and active and your compost pile will begin to heat up in as little as three days. The heat indicates microbial activity and means that compost is happening very fast.

If you don't follow these five rules to the letter, just relax.....compost happens!

THE COMMUNITY LIBRARY HAS MOVED!

Look for us in our new home located in the building across from City Hall on the corner of Second and "I" Streets. This move has been a long-term goal and we are excited to work toward extending our services. Our hours are Monday 10-2 and Wednesday 4-8. We hope to add Saturday hours soon. Please come by to see the new space and share your ideas about developing library programs.

Great things about our new location:

Year round daytime hours. With school in session, the hours open were limited to evenings. The winter darkness was a difficultly for some elderly patrons and those who walked to the library. The lateness was an issue for many who were preparing dinner and getting children ready for bed. Our circulation has always been higher during the daytime hours.

Single level. No stairs, which offers better access.

Full height shelves. Less bending and stooping. Adults will easily find fiction books at eye level.

Extended hours. We plan to open on Saturdays plus more weekday hours! Volunteers are needed to work the circulation desk. If you are interested, stop by the library or city hall to pick up job requirements and an application.

Growing collection. The new space may feel smaller, however, the amount of shelving is greater. This gives us room to add more books by your favorite authors or develop specific collections based upon our community's interests. In the school, the space was definitely limited, and often reduced, by the School District’s changing needs.

More services. From early literacy, home school, young adult, and senior programs to book groups and self-service check out – we are developing ideas to make the library a valuable center for our community.

Books, coffee and treats. Sharing the building with The United Koffee Shoppe has its benefits. Library patrons are invited to take advantage of their comfortable seating to read or visit. It is not necessary to patronize the coffee shop to use their space, but please, yield to their customers if the seating becomes full.

205 "I" Street - at the corner of Second Street

(503) 366-8020

Monday 10 AM - 2 PM

Wednesday 4 PM - 8 PM

Coming soon - Saturday hours

Saturday, October 8 - 10 AM

Please come by the library to

help us celebrate our relocation!

Mondays at 11 AM

Wednesday, October 5 - 7 PM

Come in your PJ’s and slippers --

bring your teddy bear, pillow, and blanket.

Monday, October 17 - 7 PM

We’d like to express our gratitude to those of you who have helped to create and shape this library. There are countless examples to show that your efforts have bettered the lives of your neighbors and our community. Thank you for your continuing support!

The Columbia City Community Library recently received a $1,250.00 Literacy Grant from Wal-Mart. We would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to Wal-Mart for their generous contribution to our community library.

First place: John Helm

Second place: John Helm

Third place: Mabel Pennell

Fourth place: Buddy Rivers

Fifth place: Jeannette Normine

Be ready to give the LOCATION OF THE EMERGENCY you are reporting.

YOU MAY BE TRANSFERRED TO THE CORRECT 9-1-1 CENTER - DO NOT HANG UP UNLESS IT IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU TO STAY ON THE PHONE. Hanging up may delay the sending of emergency help.

Keep in mind that some of the cell sites that serve wireless callers in Columbia County are located along Interstate 5 in the State of Washington. If you call 9-1-1 from a cell phone in Columbia County you might be answered by Cowlitz County 9-1-1 in Longview or Clark County 9-1-1 in Vancouver. They can complete the transfer more quickly in you tell them you want Columbia County 9-1-1.

In Summary:

• Provide LOCATION of emergency - include CITY and COUNTY, if known.

• EXPECT that you may need to be TRANSFERRED to the correct 9-1-1 center.

• Briefly DESCRIBE SITUATION.

• EXPECT more QUESTIONS.

• DON’T HANG UP unless it is not safe to stay on the phone.

Cell and other wireless calls do not transmit location information to the 9-1-1 call center. Some cell and wireless calls transmit the phone number but none of them transmit a location of the cell phone caller.

06/21/05 Traffic complaint of brown BMW speeding from Miloris Way onto "K" Street.

06/21/05 Assist Lincoln City Police on identity theft case.

06/23/05 Citizen complaint of dumping in the 300 block of "L" Street.

06/24/05 Complaint of vehicles egged in the 3200 block of Park Drive.

06/24/05 Yellow motorcycle attempted to elude police in near Chimes Crest area & Highway 30.

06/27/05 Road hazard removed from Fifth & "A" Streets.

06/27/05 Report of vehicle blocking street in 2100 block of Sixth Street. Vehicle moved by owner.

06/29/05 Road hazards removed from Highway 30 & Pacific Street.

06/29/05 Motorist assisted near the Mini Mart.

06/29/05 Alarm at a residence in the 2300 block of Seventh Street.

06/29/05 Agency assist. Pursuit from Rainier toward Columbia City.

06/29/05 Traffic complaint. Rusty red pickup driving too fast near Third & "L" Streets.

06/30/05 Loose dog reported near Highway 30 & "E" Street.

06/30/05 Citizen reported ordinance violation. Vehicle for sale in right-of-way on Fifth Street.

06/30/05 Traffic hazard. Kids on roller blades and scooter in the roadway on Highway 30 near Pacific Street.

06/30/05 Remove traffic hazard from roadway near Fourth & "L" Streets.

07/01/05 Vandalism of railroad crossing signs with spray paint reported.

07/03/05 Prowler reported in the 200 block of "G" Street.

07/04/05 Incomplete 9-1-1 call received from 1500 block of Third Street.

07/04/05 Noise complaint reported near Fifth & Pacific Streets.

07/05/05 Suspicious person reported near Smith Road & "A" Street.

07/05/05 Vehicles broken into at the Forestry Depart.

07/05/05 White and brown Bassett hound reported missing.

07/05/05 Theft of a gas can reported.

07/05/05 Illegal fireworks reported in the 1800 block of Third Street.

07/08/05 Loose dog reported in the 3300 block of Tahoma Street.

07/08/05 DUII driver arrested.

07/10/05 Vehicle impounded after a driver is stopped and found to be suspended.

07/10/05 Motorist assist near Highway 30 & "G" Street.

07/11/05 Vandalism of a vehicle in parking lot of Forestry Department.

07/11/05 Parking complaint on Third Street.

07/12/05 Animal Complaint in 500 block of "A" Street.

07/13/05 Vehicle blocking street in the 2100 block of Sixth Street.

07/13/05 Parking complaint in the 1900 block of Fifth Street.

07/15/05 Theft reported in the 3200 block of Park Drive.

07/16/05 Possible drunk driver on Highway 30 Southbound from the Deer Island Store.

07/16/05 Assist Oregon State Police with motorcycle speeding on Highway 30.

07/19/05 Private property dispute/parking complaint.

07/19/05 Illegal operation of ATVs on "L" Street near Third.

07/19/05 Theft report taken at Dixieline Lumber.

07/19/05 Parking complaint in the 1500 block of Third Street.

07/19/05 Motorist assist on Highway 30 near "G" Street.

07/20/05 Dog complaint in the 500 block of "A" Street.

07/20/05 Juvenile checked on in area of Highway 30 & "E" Street.

07/20/05 Trespassing call - 5 people jumping off docks at Dixieline.

07/21/05 Animal complaint in the 1300 block of Second Street. Transported dog to pound.

07/21/05 Citizen assist. Transported elderly female with groceries to her residence on Metlako Way.

07/22/05 Loose dog reported in the 1700 block of Second Street.

07/23/05 Impounded vehicle after driver found to not have insurance.

07/23/05 Motorist assist. Highway 30 near "L" Street.

07/23/05 Motor vehicle accident on Highway 30 near the trestle.

07/24/05 Theft of construction materials from new homes on Fifth Street near Pacific Street.

07/26/05 Several dog complaints handled in same area on Sixth Street.

07/27/05 Death investigation in the 1700 block of Sixth Street.

07/28/05 Bad checks report at the Mini Mart.

07/29/05 Alarm at a residence in the 1900 block of Second Street.

07/29/05 Suspicious person on Sixth Street.

07/29/05 Complaint of dust from construction at the end of Park Street.

07/29/05 Suspicious person at the Mini Mart.

07/30/05 Abandoned vehicle checked on Highway 30 near Chimes Crest.

07/30/05 Juvenile situation on Metlako Way.

08/01/05 Ordinance violation. Junk accumulated at a residence in the 300 block of "L" Street.

08/02/05 Dog Complaint on Fifth Street.

08/02/05 Citizen assist in the 700 block of James Street.

08/02/05 Vehicle towed from prohibited area at the Port of St. Helens.

08/02/05 Dog loose in the highway near "A" Street.

08/03/05 Contractor complaint of neighbors allowing dog to run on property and leave feces.

08/04/05 Barking dog complaint in the 1700 block of Third Street.

08/08/05 Suspicious persons in the 1600 block of Sixth Street.

08/09/05 Suicide threats call in the 1500 block of Fourth Place.

08/10/05 Vehicle impounded for suspended driver.

08/11/05 Complaint of trucks running the stop sign at Second & "E" Streets.

08/12/05 Check on motorist, sleeping in vehicle.

08/12/05 Motor vehicle accident on Highway 30 near "E" Street. Three vehicles involved.

08/13/05 Suspicious person. Person sleeping behind residence in 300 block of "A" Street.

08/10/05 Citizen assist at Highway 30 & Pacific Street.

08/10/05 Traffic hazard removed from Highway 30 & "G" Street.

08/10/05 Suspicious person checked on the bike path near the Mini Mart.

08/15/05 Disabled vehicle on Highway 30 near "I" Street.

08/15/05 Ordinance violation reported. Noise complaint in new construction area near Lincoln Street.

08/15/05 Drunk driver/careless driver reported on Highway 30.

08/16/05 Traffic control at Highway 30 near the railroad tracks at north end of town - crossing arms stuck.

08/18/05 Telephone harassment reported. 375 Metlako Way.

08/22/05 Check two suspicious persons at the Racquetball Club.

08/22/05 Report of possible burglary in the 1700 block of Sixth Street.

October 6^th 7:30 PM Regular City Council Meeting at City Hall

October 8^th 10:00 AM Community Library Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

October 8^th 10:00 AM Community Library Open House

October 11^th 7:00 PM Planning Commission Meeting at City Hall CANCELLED

October 13^th 7:30 PM Municipal Court at City Hall

October 17^th 7:00 PM Friends of the Library Meeting at the Library

October 20^th 7:30 PM Regular City Council Meeting at City Hall

October 27^th 7:30 PM Municipal Court at City Hall

We would like to extend a very special thank you to all of our sponsors, supporters and volunteers who made the 2005 Celebration possible for all of us to enjoy. The contributions made by these groups, businesses, individuals and volunteers were enormous!!! We raised nearly $8,800.00 during the Celebration! All proceeds are used to operate the Columbia City Community Library.

Absolutely You On 19th

Ace Hardware

Anderson Brothers

Peggy Artman

Neta Barbour

Roger Barbour

Rosalie Beebe

Belleza Day Spa & Hair Salon

The Bike Shop

Bill's Kwik Mart

Bing's Restaurant

Boise Cascade LLC

Burgerville USA

Deer Island Race Horses, Inc.

Doug Calkins

Marian Calnon

Don Cass

The Chronicle & Sentinel Mist

Columbia City Mini Mart

Columbia City Sports & Recreation

Club

Columbia Electric Feed & Seed

Columbia Learning Center

Columbia River PUD

Columbia Theatre

Columbia Village

Crystal Garden Boutique

Dahlgren's Do It Best Building Supply

Dari Delish Drive-In

Daughters of the American Revolution

Linda Dollis

Domino's Pizza

Dyno Nobel Inc.

El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant

Enchanted Bungalow

Fernhill

Fibers & Stitches

Flowers 4 U & Antiques Too

Fred Meyer

Friends of the Caples House Museum

Garrett Marketing Solutions

Greater St. Helens Park & Recreation

District

Betsy Gregory

Bill Guy

Nell Harrison

henri & sarah children's clothier

Hi-School Pharmacy

Stan Hopkins

Jack Hruska

Molly Hruska

Hudson Garbage Service

The Hutch

Ichabod's Restaurant

Jane Jack

Shelia Jackson

Japanese Garden Society of Oregon

Jerry's Rogue Jets

Jilly's Again

Norm Jones

Joy Creek Nursery

KK Insulation

Kozy Korner

Teresa Knight

Kuy's Restaurant

Karen Ladd

Lawrence Oil Company

Les Schwab Tire Centers

Liefeld's Jewelry, Inc.

Catherine Lundberg

Mariner Square

Mark's on the Channel

McDonald's Restaurant

McMenamins Pubs & Breweries

Meg's Corner

Midway Veterinary Hospital

John Mitchell

Mobile One Stop

James Molski

Lisa Molski

Moose Lodge

Edna Morse

Morse Bros., Inc.

Phyllis Moss

Mt. Hood Railroad

Murray, Smith & Associates, Inc.

Napa Auto Parts Store

Odyssey Day Spa

Oregon Coast Aquarium

Oregon Museum of Science and

Industry

Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Oregon Trail Lanes

Oregon Zoo

Mabel Pennell

Paulson Printing Co.

Leona Phelps

Portland Children's Museum

Portland Classical Chinese Garden

Portland Spirit

Portland Winter Hawks Hockey

Red Apple Market

Richardson's Furniture

Rivertown Cleaners

Samuel S. Johnson Foundation

Salon En Vogue

Salon 9

Austin Sanford

Shelly Sandford

Scappoose Bay Kayaking

Semlings Pharmacy

Shaolin Kung Fu Club

Shear Perfection

Shilo Inns Suites Hotels

Brian Smith

Steve Schroeder

Tyra Schroeder

Ski Ashland

Small Town Memories Inc.

Soot Busters/St. Helens Sew & Vac

Center

Southwest Airlines

The South County Spotlight

Springbrook Software

St. Helens Book Shop

St. Helens Cafe

St. Helens Senior Center

Stan's Refrigeration & Air

Conditioning, Inc.

Stimson Lumber Company

Subway

Sunset Equipment

Sunshine Pizza

Taco Bell

Therapeutic Associates

Time and Time Again Antiques & Gifts

Village Inn

Vonnie's Dog House

Wal-Mart

Weird Harold's Custom Iron

Westover Inns

West Oregon Wood Products

Wicker Wonders

Wilcox & Flegel Oil Co.

Wild Currant Restaurant

Kris Wood

Cheryl Young

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