Tuesday, May 31
ORDINANCE NO. 463
JON GEISS ZONE CHANGE FILE #ZC310-04
Family's reunion brings plenty of oohs, aahs
This weekend, Mother Nature got it right.
CV 05-696
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Happiness is as simple as your state of mind
I once heard someone say that happiness is basically a feeling of being content most of the time. It's not found in the possession of "things" or through the existence of someone else. And, even though it may sound trite, happiness comes from within.
Keeping your oven clean is a piece of cake
I frequently get calls from folks wanting to know how to properly clean their self-cleaning ovens because they have lost or misplaced their instructions.
CV 2005-167
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Cyrus Steven Padel
Cyrus Steven Padel, infant son of Mike and Arielle Padel, passed away in Spokane, Wash., on Wednesday, May 25, 2005.
John Hamilton Stevens, 81
John Hamilton Stevens, 81, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 29, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Donald Emanuel Lagerquist, 83
Donald Emanuel Lagerquist, 83, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Monday, May 30
'Minor infractions' can have deadly results
Reference is made to the letter from James "Bean" Johnston in the Daily Bee, May 19.
McCain maneuvering for political gain
Re: Senator McCain's latest maneuvering:
Soldiers' sacrifice demands our respect and gratitude
My uncle fought in World War II, and my grandfather was part of the Great White Fleet. My brother serves his country in the Navy, and my great-grandfather was wounded in the Civil War.
Johnston treats people with dignity, respect
The letters to editor section (May 22, 2005, Daily Bee) contained another attack on James "Bean" Johnston from another retired police officer. Every attack letter against James that I have seen in the Bee is from someone connected to the police.
Sunday, May 29
Concerns about Heights
Here are some of my concerns about the Panhandle State Bank building. The residential portion, touted as a benefit, does nothing to ease the shortage of affordable housing in town. Having 375 cars converging on one block can only make our traffic problems worse. It displaces a centrally-located grocery store, cinema, and laundramat. Businesses renting office and retail space in this building will be leaving vacant space elsewhere. A building this tall would require the purchase of a new fire truck, with all the associated expenses. Bottom line is PSB does not need a 60-foot building to consolidate its employees in one location. In my opinion, this design is out-of-scale for our town. We have to ask ourselves if their vision for Sandpoint is in line with ours. For me personally, it is not.
Insure future growth
Paul Herndon's letter to the editor speaks volumes about why Bonner County needs a building department. It is true many things that are left to government oversight should be left up to personal or private responsibility. Unfortunately, not everyone follows the rules especially if there is no one to enforce the rules. I know this from experience. I recently built a house in Bonner County and was able to occupy without any final inspections though I am now in compliance with state inspections. I know that I could have done so without compliance. Not everyone will do so.
A Woman of Wisdom
I've been away for the past several years and so was unaware of the latest honor Sandpoint had invented to recognize women active in the community. But when my mother called me to inform me she had been chosen as one of this year's recipients, and she wanted all of her children to attend, I realized it must be important.
Wednesday, May 25
probate Case No.
CV 2005-00676
Righteousness is ugly regardless of party
What the Republicans in the Senate accuse the liberal judges of doing is writing the laws instead of interpreting it.
EWU Eagles add a Bulldog to the roster
CHENEY — The Eastern Washington University women's soccer program has announced the addition of Sandpoint soccer standout Abby Jensen, who signed a letter of intent to attend EWU and compete for the Eagles during the 2005 season.
NOTICE OF
PENDING ISSUE OF TAX DEED
AMENDED NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR
TRUSTEE'S SALE
Blaine Stevens, 73
Blaine Stevens, 73, passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Building department would add unnecessary rules
I haven't written anything for a long time. I was told if I couldn't say something nice, just don't say anything at all. I have been quiet but I can't keep still forever. There have bee a lot of things I was going to write about but just didn't do it.
Are state's children really suffering?
Are Idaho's children really suffering? Should I really be alarmed that more of our young children aren't enrolled in preschool? Is it urgent that we get our state government to spend more of our money on early childhood programs?
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On Thursday, August 11, 2005 at the hour of 10:30 o'clock A.M., of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp located at 105 Pine Street, Sandpoint, Id 83864.
Tuesday, May 24
Memorial wall pays tribute to beloved family, friends
As I wandered through "muscle cars" of my past, mixed with vintage classics, and well-loved roadsters, I drifted over to the quiet of The Healing Garden at Bonner General Hospital.
Solutions send barbecue stains packing
It's almost summer again and there's nothing more delicious on a hot summer day than a cold beer with a grilled hot dog, hamburger or, my favorite, Polish sausage. I must have holes in my lips because every time I dig in, the mustard and catsup goes everywhere and usually all over my shirt.
Talache Dumpsters to close by October
KEITH KINNAIRD
Light shines on city's old 'lantern' district
Sandpoint has the cream of the crop as far as regional restaurants go.
Monday, May 23
Highway crashes injure four people
SANDPOINT — Four people were injured in separate crashes on U.S. Highway 95 on Saturday, according to state police.
Sheriff's department is in serious disarray
The Daily Bee rushed to endorse the current sheriff prior to her election, reluctant to blame her for any of the negative issues effecting the department, even though she was running the place in Jarvis' absence. On the contrary, they gave her a free pass and expressed that she had just gotten caught up in a poor administration.
Help needed to find children
There isn't anyone who isn't wishing for the safe return of Groene children — Shasta, 8, and Dylan, 9 — who are missing after the brutal murders of their mother, Brenda Kay Groene, 40 , brother Slade Groene, 13, and Mark Edward McKenzie, 37, their mother's boyfriend.
County doesn't need a building department
Although not a subscriber to your paper, I occasionally read it online. While I am not naive enough to believe that papers are unbiased, it sure would be nice if they were so. As an occasional reader, I see a clear bias by your paper toward the county having a building department, and toward the city allowing taller buildings. A person who had some credentials and experience to speak out against a building department had his dirty laundry researched and aired in yesterday's edition, almost as if it were an attempt by the paper to show that all opposed to a building department might be of the same lot. I have not seen a similar effort by the paper to research such individuals as Jeff Bond and Debbie Ferguson, both proponents of a building department (not to imply that there would be any dirty laundry to air on these individuals, as I do not know them, and they may in fact be far more upstanding than I am).
Poelstra makes IEL baseball team
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School senior Glenn Poelstra has been named to the Inland Empire League's first team.
Health and Welfare isn't spending money wisely
As if things weren't bad enough, another audit of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, shows that their programs are being so poorly administered that ineligible recipients are sucking up much of their limited resources.
Dorothy M. Lemmer
Dorothy M. Lemmer, a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, passed away at Life Care Center on Wednesday, May 18, 2005.
Friday, May 20
Thomas Edward Schellinger, 63
Thomas Edward Schellinger, 63, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Wednesday, May 18
Residents lose with plans for new taxing agency
Wheather or not the building height increase is passed, the taxpayers are losers.
Tillie Graff, 83
Tillie Clausine Swalve Bebo Graff, 83, of Sandpoint, Idaho, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, May 17, 2005.
Ruth Marie Crettol, 90
Ruth Marie Crettol, 90, passed away, Sunday, May 15, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Proposed PSB facility would be boon to city
The city of Sandpoint is fast approaching "ground" limits where the only direction it can grow is up. In my humble opinion, the proposed Panhandle State Bank building will be a big boon to the downtown area and to the city of Sandpoint.
Building department isn't needed in Bonner County
To Bonner County commissioners,
Tuesday, May 17
Joseph Dale Poteet, 26
Our beloved son, brother, uncle, friend and soldier, Joseph Dale Poteet, 26, of Oak Harbor, Wash., joined our Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, May 9, 2005.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will be holding their regular weekly business meetings every Tuesday, beginning at 8:45 AM in the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 South First, Sandpoint, Idaho. If a courtroom is unavailable, the meeting will be held across the street at Sandpoint Community Hall. This schedule change will commence May 10, 2005.
Sandpoint slighted in opening round
RUPERT — As the only girl representing Sandpoint, junior Ashleigh Mire shot 89 on the par-72, 5,498-yard Rupert Country Club course Tuesday in the rain-delayed 4A state golf tournament.
NOTICE OF SCHOOL TRUSTEE ELECTION
DECLARATION OF
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On FRIDAY, August 12, 2005 AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 o'clock A.M., local time, of said day, at the front steps of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, MICHAEL G. SCHMIDT, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the Untied States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, together with fixtures, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and particularly described as follows:
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that Melvin Dick of 68 Harbor View, Sandpoint, ID 83864 made appliaction to place riprap along approximately 158' of shoreline for erosion control. Located on the Pend Oreille River near Sagel, Idaho adjacent to: Section 34, Township 57 North North, Range 2 West; B.M., in Bonner County.
Case No. CV-03-2329
Sheriff's Case No. C05-00608
NOTICE OF SALES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 17, 2005, at 10:00 a.m., at the office of the Attorney for the Board of Managers Of the PEND OREILLE SHORES RESORT ASSOCIATION, INC. at 120 East Lake Street, Suite 317, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864, JOHN A. FINNEY, Attorney at Law, FINNEY FINNEY & FINNEY, P.A., will sell at public auction in lawful money of the United States of America, all payable at the time of sale, the following parcels of certain real property situated in Bonner County, Idaho, described as follows:
Velma Lois (Philpot) Spears, 97
Velma Lois (Philpot) Spears, 97, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2005, at her home near Noxon, Mont.
TREASURER / AUDITOR JOINT QUARTERLY REPORT
FROM 01/01/2005 TO 03/31/2005 SECOND QUARTER ***FUNDS WITH NO ACTIVITY WILLNOT APPEAR ON REPORT***
Simple solutions clear way to keeping windows shining
Summertime is just around the corner and our windows look dingy and dirty from a long winter. I don't know about your but I hate paying for those high-cost window-washing fluids. Below are a few solutions that I think you'll find beneficial and fairly cheap to make.
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE'S SALE
On September 5, 2005, 10:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time, at First American Title Company, 419 N Second Avenue, Sandpoint, ID 83864, Edwin B. Holmes, a member of the Idaho State Bar and Successor Trustee to First American Title Company, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States of America, all payable at the time of sale, the following parcel of real property located in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, to wit:
Auction and garden extravaganza filled with bargains
There's something about an auction that brings out the unique character in all of us, and the
NOTICE OF HEARING ON
CREATION OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Monday, May 16
Clark Fork wins district tennis title
CLARK FORK — Despite having six rookie players this season, the Clark Fork tennis team took first place at the 1A-3A District 1 tournament with a score of 108 points.
SHS track senior boys looking for gold at state
SANDPOINT — Every once in awhile a group of athletes come through Sandpoint High School that exemplify the true meaning of Bulldog athletics. This years senior track boys are no exception. Seven senior boys will make the trek south along with three other teammates to compete in a combined 19 events at the state track meet at Boise State University.
Cecil Harley McCormick, 82
Cecil Harley McCormick, 82, of Careywood, Idaho, passed away on May 10, 2005.
Assessor's staff is just doing their job
Soon those dreaded real property tax assessment notices will be in your mailbox and the assessor is warning you to expect a big increase in value. Most people understand that Idaho law requires the assessor to assess at "market value" so likely the increase in the value of your property is non-discretionary.
Commissioners' actions result in many questions
Questions:
Astronaut's visit is out of this world
There are no bigger heroes among us than the seven men chosen for NASA's Mercury 7 Astronaut program in the late 1950s and early '60s.
Agents' actions were proper and justified
On April 28 an article entitled "Agents actions pose dragnet concerns" was written by James Bean Johnston, who wanted to be Sheriff but was defeated. His radical, unsubstantiated comments about the U.S. Marshals Service was unacceptable.
Saturday, May 14
Building codes impact everyone
If you think you might be in favor of the International Building Code in Bonner County, consider this. If adopted, the code would apply to anything built, constructed, altered, repaired, converted, moved, etc. According to ICC's own handbook, section 101.2 of the code applies to "virtually anything" and the definitions of building and structure are "so inclusive that the code intends that any work of any kind that is accomplished on any building or structure comes within the scope of the code. Thus, the code would apply to a major high-rise office building as well as to a small wooden fence that might enclose a portion of the rear yard of a person's property."
State should lower route's speed limits
Every time I drive to Coeur d'Alene on Highway 95 I'm amazed at the volume of traffic and the high speed limits the state allows on this 45-mile stretch. According to records, between Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint on Highway 95 last year there were two recorded fatalities and 184 crashes with some 11,000 cars traveling the road daily.
Friday, May 13
USFS purchases federal building
Plans to sell it so it can move across highway
Bears outrun the pack, Bulldog boys finish second
3A: Timberlake boys lead after first day
City concludes advisory election
SANDPOINT — While less than the byway vote, an advisory vote on a proposed height increase ordinance drew slightly more than 23 percent of the city's registered voters to City Hall this week.
Moscow loving Sandpoint tourney
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint senior Kelsey James advanced to the finals in the opening day of the 4A Region 1 tennis tournament, that saw the Moscow Bears dominate the rest of the field.
Thursday, May 12
Bulldog boys hot on Bears Trail
LEWISTON — Brooke DeMers cleared 5 feet to win the high jump Thursday to highlight the Sandpoint girls performance during the first day of the 4A Region 1 track meet at Vollme Bowl.
Hazel Leona Chandler, 86
Hazel Leona Chandler, 86, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2005, in Sagle, Idaho.
Wednesday, May 11
Allen earns medalist honors at 1A-2A Region 1 golf tourney
Miners top five-team field to capture title
Logan Free named SoCon Pitcher of the Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Sophomore pitcher Logan Free was named the Southern Conference's final Pitcher of the Week of the regular season on Monday, according to a announcement made by the conference office.
Bulldogs advance to 4A Region 1 title game
MOSCOW — It may have taken a couple of days and a pair of road trips to get it done. But when it was over, the Sandpoint baseball team defeated Moscow 6-4 in their 4A Region 1 tournament opener Wednesday.
East Hope mayor among trio injured in head-on accident
PONDERAY — Three people, including East Hope Mayor Lawrence "Bud" Moon, were injured Wednesday in a head-on collision on U.S. Highway 95.
Tuesday, May 10
Sandpoint boys golf team earns a state berth
Mire also heading to state for the girls
Darrell George Walson, 73
Darrell George Walson, 73, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Thursday, May 5, 2005.
Monday, May 9
'Whopper' of a building too much for Sandpoint
As I look at this drawing of Panhandle State Bank's proposed new headquarters, I am forced to wonder. I was first under the impression that PSB needed a large building to house its corporate offices and employees. That seemed fine and dandy, after all, we would hate to see those folks and their jobs relocate to who knows where. But I see a different picture emerging here. This whopper of a building is not just for PSB's personnel, but it contains a whole lot more. Commercial space and two floors of residential units. It appears that PSB in fact only needs a small percentage of this space to service its needs. Pushing the height limits upward to accommodate penthouse suites is pushing the limits all right!
Walter William Erickson, 90
Walter William Erickson, 90, of Hayden, went to be with the Lord he loved on May 7, 2005.
Dellie filled community, family with love
I was stunned and had to fight back tears when I heard that Dellie Thompson passed away last week.
Max Bromberg, 76
Max Bromberg, 76, passed away on May 7, 2005, from congestive heart failure at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Kellogg girls and boys win 3A District I title
PINEHURST — The host Kellogg Wildcats swept their Intermountain League foes to win both the boys and girls 3A District I championships on Monday at Pinehurst Golf Course.
Steven Brian White, 36
Steven Brian White, 36, passed to heaven on Friday, May 6, 2005 at his home in Sagle, Idaho, due to an enlarged heart.
Helen Duffy, 85
Helen Ruth Duffy, 85, of Sandpoint, Idaho, died Thursday, April 14, 2005 at Life Care Center of Sandpoint from complications of Parkinson's disease.
Where is consistency for height proposal support?
I am surprised by the Bonner County Economic Development Corporation endorsement of the raising height ordinance in the Harold's IGA area of downtown Sandpoint. I do believe this area should be allowed higher buildings. However, using the potential loss of jobs from Panhandle State Bank should not be used as a threat for our making a decision. Is BCEDC trying to hold Sandpoint hostage with PSB's threat for leaving the city? It has been my understanding that BCEDC would not be a political animal figuring that politics would polarize the directors' views and result in indecision on their parts, making the corporation impotent.
Referendum deserves community's support
As a longtime business manager in downtown Sandpoint, I have a vested interest in the outcome of the building heights referendum before the city council.
Several state berths up for grab
The postseason road to state begins today for a handful of local teams.
Friday, May 6
Geneva J. Halverson, 76
Geneva J. Halverson, 76, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Thursday, May 5, 2005.
Thursday, May 5
Bulldog boys go long at all-star track meet
POST FALLS — The Sandpoint's boys dominated the throwing events at the District I All-Star Track Meet with Brian Resso leading the Bulldogs' 1-2-3 finish in the shot put, and a 1-2-4 finish in the discus Thursday.
Lake City tops Sandpoint 8-4
SANDPOINT — Sweeping the field in girls doubles action, the Lake City tennis team topped Sandpoint Thursday by winning eight of 12 matches at Travers Park.
Eugene O. Reed, 79
Eugene O. Reed, 79, a resident of Anchorage, Alaska, since 1963, passed away April 21, 2005, at his retirement home on Lake Clark in Alaska. At his request, no services will be held.
LEGAL NOTICE
The 2005 runsize of spring and summer Chinook salmon to the Snake River will be much lower than forecast, reducing fishery opportunity. Pursuant to his authority under Idaho Code Section 36-106(e)(6)(A), the Idaho Department of Fish and Game Director hereby closes the chinook salmon season on May 4 at the end of fishing hours, Mountain Daylight Time, in the lower Snake River.
Wednesday, May 4
Robert Leslie 'Les' Renneberg, 86
Robert Leslie "Les" Renneberg, 86, passed away, Wednesday, April 20, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Teaching requires dedication, caring
My name is Susan Stolley and I am a teacher for Boundary County School District. I was awarded a bachelor's degree in social science and secondary education from Carroll College in 1983, followed by a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Carroll in 1986. Since that time I have earned more than 54 college credits to further my training in the field of education. I have been a teacher for 21 1/2 years and an employee of this district since 1988.
Study issue and vote for heights where appropriate
Sandpoint residents vote next week. The question is whether to allow maximum building heights to increase in four commercial areas from 45' to 60'. You may vote "yes" or "no" for each area. A colored map at the voting booth will show you each area.
Misty L. Westby, 62
Misty L. Westby, 62, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
What would Jefferson do about building department
The ongoing dispute over the building department, pits our individual freedom against the special interests of Realtors, architects, government agencies, financial institutions, etc. Hopefully, the county commissioners will reject this special interest attempt to further expand our county government which is already ballooning at more than twice the rate of inflation and population growth, combined. As Thomas Jefferson once said, "If we can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people, under the pretext of taking care of them, we must be happy."
Elizabeth Mae Porath, 95
Elizabeth Mae Porath, 95, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Tuesday, May 3
Sandpoint hockey ends season with awards
SANDPOINT — The 2004-05 hockey season may be over for Sandpoint's three teams but memory of their championship series will linger for awhile. With two championships and one second place, this season has been very successful for Sandpoint hockey.
Allen and Fiedler lead teams at Moscow Invite
MOSCOW — Rayna Allen swept through the competition at the Moscow Invitational tennis tournament for a first place girls singles championship Monday.
Monday, May 2
Everyone should be able to vote on building heights
My husband and I have moved back to Sandpoint after living in Florida for the past four years. The upcoming vote on building height restrictions has given me time to ponder a solution.
Sports
HARRISON FLATS — Clark Fork boys won its first North Star League track and field title in 11 years, totaling 144 points.
Trojans sweep Bulldogs at Travers
SANDPOINT — With a grand total of three home runs, a triple and three singles, Erika Willy led the Post Falls Trojans to an Inland Empire League doubleheader sweep over Sandpoint at Travers Park Monday.
Walter Max Kalben, 94
Walter Max Kalben, 94, passed away in Kootenai, Idaho, on April 30, 2005.
Referendum should be binding on City Council
It seems clear to me that banks and real estate developers are always about wealthy people grabbing even more for themselves. Often at the expense of someone or everyone else.
Advisory vote only way to know public's opinion
One significant change is pending in Sandpoint — and residents can vote on it the week of May 9. In the April 26 Daily Bee, David Keyes told it like it is when he stated that the proposed increase in permitted building heights directly benefits Panhandle State Bank. Why was everyone careful not to say this in the City Council meeting last week? At the Planning Commission meetings much of the testimony revolved around how important it was to PSB. Why the change?
U-16 Rage earns Best of the West volleyball tournament title
SPOKANE — Out of 48 teams from the greater Inland Northwest competing, the Sandpoint U-16 Rage volleyball team won its division championship at the Best in the West volleyball tournament, April 17.
