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CALL FOR BIDS TOWN OF CATHLAMET 3RD STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE $470,000.00 Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the Town of Cathlamet, 100 Main Street, Cathlamet, Washington 98612 up to 11:00 a.m.; local time on Thursday, March 29, 2012, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, and guarantees thereof to construct the 3rd Street Improvement Project. The Contract provides for the improvement of approximately 800 lineal feet of 3rd Street from Chester Avenue to Beal Avenue (entrance t...
It was time to fall a few more dangerous trees in the Fairgrounds Park. Commissioner Dan Cothren is falling those old leaning trees for us. They are big and some of them are growing in groups of many trees in a small area. Not a problem for Dan, he is an experienced timber faller. The plan was to get those trees cut down and cut up into firewood before the leaves start forming on the branches. We had a big volunteer crew cleaning up the branches and cutting up firewood last week-end. Bill Chamberlain brought his backhoe to the fairgrounds and...
Wahkiakum PUD has requested a $1.2 million loan from Wahkiakum County to help finance construction of a new substation at Cathlamet. Commissioners and PUD officials discussed aspects of the loan at the Tuesday meeting of the county commission. A resolution and supporting documents hadn't reached the commissioners, so they said they would consider the matter again on March 13. Treasurer Paula Holloway, who is retiring at the end of the month, said such a loan wouldn't adversely impact her investment portfolio. The portfolio includes reserves...
Wahkiakum PUD commissioners voted on Tuesday to add an informational line item regarding utility tax on invoices sent to Puget Island Water System ratepayers, but they held off adjusting fees to recoup the cost of a recent increase in the tax the utility pays to the town. The Cathlamet Town Council passed a resolution in December to increase their utility tax from 3 to 6 percent, and the new tax rate went into effect for the billing cycle subsequent to February 18. The town supplies all water for the Puget Island Water System. For residential c...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC TIMBER SALE Department of Natural Resources will auction timber to the highest bidder. Contract terms and bidding information is available by calling Pacific Cascade Region at (360) 577-2025 or by visiting the Region Office at Castle Rock or Product Sales & Leasing Division, Olympia. Bidding information may also be obtained at the County Auditor's office. Bidding begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Pacific Cascade Region Office, Castle Rock, WA on April 26, 2012. WESTERN PANHANDLE SORTS, App. Nos. 087753-087765, approximately 16 miles...
Notice of Trustee’s Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington, Chapter 61.24 RCW. I. On Friday, March 16, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. on the front steps of the Wahkiakum County Courthouse, 64 Main Street, Cathlamet, Washington, the undersigned Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Wahkiakum, State of Washington: Lot Five (5), in Block Eight (8), of COLUMBIA RIVER VISTA SECOND ADDITION, as per plat thereof recorded in Book "...
Once again, it’s time to check in with all the department superintendents that volunteer their help before and during fair. These volunteers keep their exhibitor paperwork organized and their departments or barns looking great each day of the Fair. As I made phone calls and sent out many e-mails, I realized we are so lucky to have this big group of volunteers that give so freely of their time! When you pick up a fair book this year be sure to read through the list of department superintendents, we all owe them many thanks for helping create a...
The Mule Train heads to Spokane for the state tournament today (Thursday) following a last second (literally) victory over the Grizzlies of Bear Creek High School last Friday in Mt.Vernon. The Mules went into the game against the District 1/2 Champion Grizzlies as huge underdogs, with many in the online community (bsports.org) considering Bear Creek a lock to reach Spokane. Wyatt Parker opened the game with a short jumper in the lane to give the Mules a quick 2-0 lead, but the Mules quickly found themselves trailing 5-2 after a pair of Grizzly...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: February 20--6:42 p.m. An East Malone Creek Road resident reported arguing with her sister who then took off in a Jeep Wrangler. A deputy made contact. 9:36 p.m. A deputy made a vehicle stop on SR4 at milepost 44. One person was taken into custody. February 22--8:57 a.m. An East Birnie Slough resident reported a runaway juvenile. 10:59 a.m. A caller from Wahkiakum High School reported finding drugs. A deputy...
James Frank Wishon , 68, of Cathlamet, passed away Feb. 22, 2012 at the Hospice Care Center in Longview. Jim was born on August 22, 1943 in Portland, Ore. to Hugh and Eva (Waldron) Wishon. Jim grew up in Missouri graduating from Princeton High School in 1961. He joined the U.S. Navy after graduation and spent 23 years serving his country. Jim was stationed in Viet Nam and on Guam. He was on several air craft carriers and ended his career as Master Chief Aviation Ordnance Man, retiring in 1984. After moving to Cathlamet, Jim managed the Nassa Po...
submitted by Richard Swart Fire District 4 volunteer firefighters will hold an old-fashioned “Boot Campaign” Saturday and Sunday at the Cathlamet Chevron gas station on SR 4 to raise money for the Kiwanis Doernbecher Children’s Cancer Program (KDCCP). For at least 150 years, firefighters across America have turned out in force to hold out their boots to collect funds for charity. “This year, our members decided we wanted to serve the community some way in addition to fighting fires,” said District Fire Chief Jim Wilson. “Doing something t...
After publication of last week's edition, Cathlamet Council Member Dick Swart contacted The Eagle and requested a retraction, saying he was misquoted in an article about the council's discussion of a proposed ordinance for management of the Cathlamet Fire Department. The sentence read, " If there are errors, it’s the fault of the fire chiefs.” In an email, Swart wrote: The context at the February 22, 2012 Council meeting was my response to comments in First assistant Fire Chief Duncan Cruickshank’s monthly report about proposed Ordinance 548-1...
Wahkiakum County commissioners interviewed three candidates nominated to step in as county treasurer with the pending retirement of incumbent Paula Holloway, who announced in early Feburary that she would retire at the end of the month. Nominated by the Wahkiakum County Democratic Central Committee, the three candidates displayed different backgrounds in interviews on Tuesday. After the interviews, the commissioners recessed into executive session to discuss the candidates. The commissioners adjourned without taking action; they have said they...
To The Eagle: I'm writing you to announce I'm running for county commissioner for District 1. I read last week's Eagle and Lisa Marsyla's letter saying she wouldn't be seeking reelection. I want to thank Lisa for a job well done in serving her constituents. I'd like the opportunity to do the same. If you have questions for me, email me at mike.backman4421@gmail.com. Mike Backman Cathlamet...
To The Eagle: On behalf of the Tsuga Art Association, I'd like to give a big thanks to all of you who joined us at the Tsuga Gallery for another opening this past Friday. We were quite amazed at how many people came, considering the rainy weather and after dark winter hours for the reception. Also, we'd like to extend a very special thanks to Gerry Ledtke and Rick Nelson who took the time to share their beautiful acoustic guitar music with us throughout the evening. It was much appreciated. The support we feel from all of you in this community...
To The Eagle: Our community deserves to know the context behind the Town Council's effort to draft a new ordinance governing the Cathlamet Fire Department (CFD). Unfortunately, The Eagle's recent coverage has failed to put this important legislation into perspective. Allow me to remedy that with a few important points: 1) The CFD has been operating virtually without Town oversight since 1932. Yes, our volunteers do fine work and have saved many lives over the years. But the culture within the department is openly hostile to the Town. Council...
Spring Seminar tackles gardening issues On March 17 at the Cowlitz County Exposition Center, a collection of workshops will be offered as part of the Master Gardener Spring Seminar. Speakers from across Washington will discuss caring for ornamentals, how to control yard pests, solar power, water storage, managing mole problems, basics of grafting trees, building up the soil and well maintenance. To register or for more information, contact Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 577-3014 Ext 3. The program sponsored by Washington State University...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: February 13--5:05 p.m. A Fossil Creek Road resident reported his neighbors had informed him that people on his property were falsely claiming they had permission to be collecting scrap metal. February 14--12:00noon The Cathlamet ambulance responded to a 3rd Street address to aid a 16-year-old female who had fainted. 12:10 p.m. A Fossil Creek resident reported a suspicious vehicle in the area. 5:49 p.m. A calle...
James F. Wishon, 68, of Cathlamet died February 22 at hospice. A funeral service will be held tomorrow (Friday) at 4 p.m. at the 30th Avenue Chapel of the LDS Church. Viewing will be held Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dowling Funeral Home in Cathlamet. A full obituary will follow in next week’s Eagle. Dowling Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....
On February 24, 6 to 8 p.m., the Tsuga Gallery will host an open house and artists' reception. The gallery opened in late November during a total remodel of the 100-year-old building. Now work on the main gallery is complete, and the open house is an opportunity to introduce the new gallery and member artists to the community. The Tsuga Artists' Association now has by-laws and a corporation status and membership is open to area artists. Those interested can stop by the gallery to obtain an information packet. The open house will have food,...
Cathlamet will soon be a busy place with the start of three or four construction projects scheduled for this year. Town officials and engineers will meet with their contractor today (Thursday) to go over the plans for the start of the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant. Engineer Thomas Zerkel of Gray and Osborne, Inc., said the contractor will start with installation of a main from the existing treatment plant up 2nd Street and across to the new plant site. The contractor should be clear of the lower section of the street around...
Wahkiakum PUD commissioners met February 21 at Rosburg Hall in fulfillment of their commitment to holding one meeting every quarter this year in the Westend of Wahkiakum County. Commissioner Bob Jungers asked PUD Manager Dave Tramblie to report on customer response to the yearlong moratorium on a system development fee for new water customers. The PUD has received payment for two planned water hookups, said Tramblie, and has had 12 inquiries in total. He explained that the fee moratorium was implemented as an incentive in order to increase the...
Crew of the ferry "Wahkiakum" went to the aid of a sailboat in distress last Saturday. According to county Public Works Director Pete Ringen, skipper Shawn Mace and deckhand Jon Arness noticed a sailboat was having trouble off Puget Island and they went to investigate. They found a woman aboard who was calling for help. A male crew member who had been steering the boat had been knocked overboard by the boom. Although the man had gotten back on board, he was suffering hypothermia. The ferry crew towed the sailboat to the Island ferry landing...
Members of the Cathlamet Town Council on Tuesday gave first approval to an ordinance to put the direction of the Cathlamet Fire Department under control of town officials. The department has been operating under an ordinance adopted in 1932 which put control under the Cathlamet Commercial Club, which no longer exists. The latest audit of the town by the Washington State Auditor's office said the arrangement doesn't meet state law and needed to be changed. The ordinance entirely repeals the previous ordinance and provides standards for...
NOT BAD--We haven't had a lot of sunshine this past week but I guess we should be thankful for the cloudy, drizzly days we have, it could be a lot worse! Our Valentine's Day is not only a little soggy, but there's also snow showing up off and on out here in West Valley--yikes! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from February 16-22 are Vickie Reid, Chuck Parker, Betty Brown, Brody Brown, Melody Brown, Selah Hoven, Christa Hoven, Tiffany Montgomery, Sara Buennagel, Jennifer Quigley, Kristan Quigley, Rebecca Castillo, Terry Everman, Stan...
