by Anne Scheck
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: FORESTRY ACCORD REPORT
The move is aimed at reducing the “litigation and legislation” that has meant efforts and expenditures in court time and on ballot measures, said Mr. Totey, when asked what he thought the document would accomplish. The agreement is a “Memorandum of Understanding” between various conservation groups and timber companies – it was formally announced yesterday by Gov. Kate Brown. One requirement calls for providing buffers around streams and other waterways to protect them from contamination during aerial application of pesticides.
Sean Carpenter, spokesperson for the environmental organization 1000 Friends, said: “We are heartened by this development, we appreciate the hard work to reach this agreement, and we support the efforts of all to take the necessary actions contemplated to bring this to a successful conclusion for all Oregonians.” Mr. Carpenter was contacted after the Polk County Board of Commissioners adjourned the meeting.
SUCCESS AT VOLUNTEER FAIR LEADS TO ANNUAL CITY EVENT
The idea was hatched by Janice Thompson, chair of the Independence Days Commission, but helmed by Independence City Councilor Shannon Corr. “I volunteered to run with the idea,” Councilor Corr said, in effect becoming the first volunteer of the event.
COUNTY’s 1st TRANSITIONAL HOME FOR WOMEN TO OPEN
The contract for this “transitional home” has been signed, Mr. Hansen said. The location is in Dallas, at an unspecified address that’s been found suitable for such housing. The length of stay for residents in the all-female home is expected to be about six months, he said. More details are expected after the roll-out period.