Monday, April 30
Let's get together and visualize a healthy lake
I mourn the loss of funding for our experimental program to raise native weevils to control milfoil, do revegetation, make signage for boat owners, and hire a real person to do outreach this summer to the public. It was a noble effort by a fairly chosen task force of Bonner County citizens who are as expert as anyone we could have picked from our community to work through all the problems to find long-term, fundable solutions to our milfoil problem.
Robert 'Bob' Earl Lowther Sr., 79
Robert "Bob" Earl Lowther Sr., 79, passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2007 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Betty Louise Allen Johnson
Betty Louise Allen Johnson passed away at her home on Saturday, April 28, 2007, in Kootenai, Idaho.
Bulldogs rebound to claim win
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning for the comeback win, which sealed a sweep over St. Maries in non-league softball action Monday afternoon at sunny Travers Park.
Debra Eleanor Moore Rauer, 93
Debra Eleanor Moore Rauer, 93, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 28, 2007, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Sandpoint needs to abandon 'politics of mass destruction'
See if you can follow this.
Day calls awareness to children's mental health
The first-ever National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day will take place on May 8, 2007.
Saturday, April 28
'Negative passion' unwelcome in milfoil discussion
The Bonner County Aquatic Invasive Species Task Force receives ideas, input, information, comments, concerns and suggestions from the public through our regular task force meetings, our listserve, and our public workshops as well as via emails and written letters.
During the past year, the Bonner County Fair Foundation has made enormous strides
in accomplishing our goals!
Bonner County will become a dumping ground
I have heard the people who would like to see an integrated approach to milfoil control, time and time again be referred to as the "vocal minority" with "vocal minority" being used as if it were a dirty word.
Thanks for staying, Stewie
Sandpoint High is indeed lucky to have Hollis "Stewie" Stewart as one of the junior varsity baseball coaches.
Comp plan needs your fingerprints
What has changed in Sandpoint since 1977?
Imus needs to go
The days of police dogs threatening with bared teeth and fire hoses being trained on men and women marching for representation and equality has faded into the past.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Friday, April 27
LIEN SALE
Notice of Lien Sale of Contents of Storage Unit of Jason Felts, Unit#318 shall be held on May 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Bonner Storage Station, 154 Ivy Drive, Sagle, ID 83860.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
TS No. 07-06732 Title Order No. W730243 Parcel No. RP57N05W267500A The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States, In the lobby of Alliance Title & Escrow, 105 Pine St., Ste 101, Sandpoint, ID 83864 on 08/03/2007 at 11:00 am , (recognized local time) for the purpose of foreclosing that certain Deed of Trust recorded 08/19/1994 as Instrument Number 450916 , and executed by Edward D. Kassa, an unmarried man , as Grantor(s), in favor of America's Wholesale Lender, DBA Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. , as Beneficiary, to ReconTrust Company, N.A. , the Current Trustee of record, covering the following real property located in Bonner County, state of Idaho: The Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of the southeast quarter of section 26, Township 57 north, range 5 west of the Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho . The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purpose of compliance with Idaho Code, Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the street address of, HWY 57 North, Priest River, ID 83856 is sometimes associated with said real property. Bidders must be prepared to tender the trustee the full amount of the bid at the sale in the form of cash, or a cashier's check drawn on a state or federally insured savings institution. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust. The default for which this sale is to be made is: Failure to pay the monthly payment due 12/01/2006 of principal, interest and impounds and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges, with interest currently accruing at 9.000 % per annum; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said Deed of Trust, and any supplemental modifications thereto. The principal balance owing as of this date on said obligation is $ 53,781.46 , plus interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder and in this sale, together with any unpaid and/or accruing real property taxes, and/or assessments, attorneys' fees, Trustees' fees and costs, and any other amount advanced to protect said security, as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Therefore, the Beneficiary elects to sell, or cause said trust property to be sold, to satisfy said obligation. Notice is hereby given that this firm is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose, and that the debt may be disputed. The above grantors are named to comply with Section 45-1506(4)(a) Idaho Code. No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation. Dated: 03/28/2007 Name and Address of the Current Trustee is: ReconTrust Company, N.A., 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW-88 SIMI VALLEY, CA 80028-1821 Phone: (800) 281-8219 ReconTrust Company, N.A. Successor Trustee Charisse Avery , Assistant Secretary ASAP# 844497
LAKE PEND OREILLE
CASE NO- CV-2006-01793
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 84
NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS
LEIN SALE
Lessee: John Hankle
Josephine 'Josie' Grace Rogers, 96
Josephine "Josie" Grace Rogers, 96, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
2007 Asphalt Paving -
District Two
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 the Gary DeBlaquiere, Hidden River Estates of 8305 Royal Oaks Drive - Granite Bay, CA 95746 made application to place riprap along 380 of shoreline for erosion control. Located on the Priest River, Idaho adjacent to: Section 24, Township 56 North, Range 5 West; B.M., in Bonner County.
Thursday, April 26
LEIN SALE
Lessee: John Hankle
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
Elizabeth 'Betty' Hornby, 80
Elizabeth "Betty" Hornby, 80, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Monday, April 23, 2007.
Errors prove costly against LC
SANDPOINT — Errors usually prove costly, especially against a solid baseball team. Sandpoint learned that lesson the hard way, committing six errors in a 9-5 loss to Lake City in IEL action Thursday at War Memorial Field.
NOTICE OF SALES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 27, 2007, 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 to the highest bidder, for cash or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United State of America, all payable at the time of sale, the following parcels of certain real property situated in Bonner County, Idaho, described as follows:
Wednesday, April 25
NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL ELECTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That a special election to be held in and for the City of Hope, Idaho, will be held Tuesday, May 22, 2007, on which day the polls will be open from 12:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., at the Hope City Hall. The election is held for the purpose of a referendum on Ordinance #250 annexing the Martens-Rutherford property and issuing of Water Revenue Bonds for purposes provided by Ordinance #254.
Pastor is duty bound to obey call to serve on jury
Recently I read an article in the Daily Bee regarding a "Baptist pastor," who repeatedly refused to acknowledge a summons from the jury commissioner to appear for duty as a juror in Bonner County.
Mary Emma Roeder, 94
Mary Emma Roeder, 94, passed away Monday, April 23, 2007 in Sandoint, Idaho.
Case No.: CV-2007-00570
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1172
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, PROVIDING FOR A MORATORIUM ON ALLOWING DOG KENNELS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES OF THE CITY; PROVIDING THAT ALL REMAINING PROVISIONS OF THE SANDPOINT CITY CODE SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
STATE TIMBER SALE
CR-20-0261
Have fun and help the Festival
There aren't many event like it — a chance to dress up (or come as you are) and help a great organization at the same time.
SAMPLE BALLOT
CITY SPECIAL ELECTION
Clark Fork races to NSL meet win
SILVERTON — Leo Haase and Adam Denham raced to a rare dead heat in the 1,600 meters Tuesday afternoon at the Sather Field Athletic Complex, leading the Clark Fork boys' track team to a first place finish at a North Star League meet in Silverton.
Democrats need to tackle false arguments for war
We've all heard them ad nauseam, but here are 10 Karl Rove talking points still resonating on Main Street USA and eroding Democratic efforts to end the occupation of Iraq. Many more talking points could be listed, of course, but the following seem to be the typical responses from the average Limbaugh ditto head:
James Ford Orton, 74
James Ford Orton, 74, passed away, Monday, April 23, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho, after a long illness. Private family services have been held.
Bulldog golfers fifth at Lakeland Invite
TWIN LAKES — Dan Sommerfield led the Bulldogs with a 79 at the 13-team Lakeland Invitational on Wednesday at Twin Lakes Village Golf Club. It was a solid score considering the deceptive nature of Twin Lakes, which can be tough when playing it for the first time.
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1169
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO; CREATING LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2007-1; DESCRIBING AND SETTING THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE THEREIN; APPOINTING AN ENGINEER TO PREPARE THE NECESSARY PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE WORK; AUTHORIZING THE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS FOR SAID WORK AS PROVIDED BY LAW; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF COSTS AND EXPENSES OF SAID IMPROVEMENTS TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE DISTRICT BENEFITED THEREBY AND THE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS AND WARRANTS; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO. The Ordinance creates City of Sandpoint Local Improvement District 2007-1. Section 1 declares that LID No. 2007-1 will be in the best interests of the property affected and of the City, that there is a reasonable probability that the obligations will be paid and that the value of the property subject to special assessment exceeds the sum of the estimated costs to be assessed against such property. Section 2 declares that the Council has heard, considered and passed upon all written protests. Section 3 declares the creation of LID No. 2007-1, the boundaries of which are described in Exhibit "A" of the Ordinance as the North 239 feet of the East half of Block 15, Ohadi Acres, Section 21, Township 57N, Range 2W, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho. Section 4 describes the improvements to be made within LID No. 2007-1 and provides for the advertisement of bids. Section 5 provides that the estimated costs and expenses of the Project shall be assessed on a front foot method of assessment. Section 6 declares that the estimated total cost of the Project is Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars and no 00/100 ($65,000.00), all of which will be paid for by a levy of assessments against the abutting, adjoining and adjacent lots, parcels and lands along or upon which such improvements are to be made which are specially benefited by such improvements. Section 7 provides that the costs of the Project include the contract price of the Project, plus engineering and clerical services, advertising, costs of inspection, costs of collecting assessments, interest on any warrants issued, legal services and the costs of acquiring land, if necessary. Section 8 finds that the apportionment of costs is equitable and specially benefits each parcel. Section 9 provides that the Council appoints Tucker, Brown, and Vermeer as the engineers for the Project. Section 10 authorizes the City to issue bonds and warrants for the purpose of making payments for the improvements and requires said bonds and warrants to be retired by the proceeds of the assessments. Section 11 incorporates all matters and things done regarding the creation of LID No. 2007-1 into the Ordinance. Section 12 provides that this Ordinance shall take effect upon its passage, approval and publication. Section 13 provides for suspension of the rules and immediate passage of the Ordinance.
Tuesday, April 24
LIEN SALE
10 Padre Dr., Sandpoint, ID 83864, 05-07-07, 10:00 am, 1988 Chey SPR
Request for Proposals
ENGINEERING SERVICES
Notice of Trustee°Os Sale
Idaho Code 45-1506 Today°Os date: April 10, 2007 File No.: 7777.23345 Sale date and time (local time): August 10, 2007 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 419 North 2nd Avenue, Sandpoint, ID 83864 Property address: 416 PARK DR SPIRIT LAKE, ID 83869 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Danny K. Smith and Lorrie A. Smith, husband and wife Original trustee: Chicago Title Insurance Company Original beneficiary: Southern Pacific Funding Corporation, a California Corporation Recording date: April 8, 1998 Recorder°Os instrument number: 522016 County: Bonner Sum owing on the obligation: as of April 10, 2007: $78,882.02 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property°Os legal description is: The East 112 feet of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter and the South Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, all in Section 19, Township 54 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho; EXCEPT the South 122 feet of the East 300 feet of said South Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7777.23345) 1002.70405-FEI
Case No.: CV-2007-0674
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
Clark Fork defeats Sandpoint in tennis
SANDPOINT — Clark Fork showed why they will be a force to be reckoned with at the state tournament this year, beating Sandpoint 5-1 in non-league tennis action Tuesday at Travers Park. For depth purposes, only six matches were played, instead of the customary 12 varsity matches per meet.
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARING
Monday, April 23
Katz offers tasty and Philly-ing option for hungry diners
SANDPOINT — Joe and Ellie Katz have opened Joe's Philly Steaks and Hoagies at 102 Church St. in Sandpoint.
Bulldogs boys have best golf outing of seasons
BLANCHARD — Dan Sommerfield shot a season-best 76, and Wyatt Pearson a carrer-low 79 as the Sandpoint boys had their best outing of the year, placing fifth out of 10 teams in the Sandpoint Invitational at sunny Stoneridge Golf Course Monday afternoon.
If bypass was a good idea, it would have been built
I've observed the bypass debate with interest recently. Derision of the tunnel proposal is common. It may not be the best option, but to say it's not technically feasible defies reality. Tunnels are put in more challenging locations than Sandpoint. Challenge the idea based on its potential cost and local impact, but challenging its technical feasibility by the untrained is entertaining at best, comical at worst.
You, too, can help make the planet a better place to live
Last week, Sandpoint Mayor Ray Miller signed the U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement, committing the city to cutting greenhouse gases.
Media's actions encourage the senseless violence
I wish that the media would stop saying things like "deadliest shooting rampage in history". Here is part what .57 seconds on Google turned up.
Saturday, April 21
Coalition should not try to play God with wolves
This is in regards to the March 15 article "Coalition kicks off drive to remove wolves from Idaho." Who do these people think they are playing, God?
Signals, sticker system both need improvement
The signal light at Highway 200 and Kootenai Cutoff Road is a big improvement, but when are they going to paint some lines. The little dots that were there are all worn off. I have seen some near accidents there, one including me. Without lines, some people don't know where they are driving.
Community support makes library's sales successful
As president of the East Bonner County Friends of the Library, I want thank all of the people in and beyond Sandpoint who wholeheartedly support our monthly used book sales. Because of you, our April sale was an astonishing success.
Deputy is put on paid leave
SANDPOINT — A deputy has been placed on paid administrative leave for a use-of-force issue, Bonner County Sheriff Elaine Savage announced on Friday.
Friday, April 20
NATIONAL FOREST
TIMBER FOR SALE IDAHO PANHANDLE NATIONAL FOREST
CASE NO- CV-2006-01793
ANOTHER SUMMONS
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 the Mark Parsons of 502 Hamilton Hill Road - Colfax, WA 99111 made application to place riprap along 12 of shoreline for erosion control. Located on the Pend Oreille River, Idaho adjacent to: Section 9 Township 56 North, Range 3 West; B.M., in Bonner County.
2007 Asphalt Paving -
District Two
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Pursuant to Idaho Code Section 67-2343, notice is hereby given of an open public meeting of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARINGS
LEGAL NOITCE
Notice of Lien Sale of Contents of Storage Unit of Jason Felts, Unit #318 shall be held on May 28, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at Bonner Storage Station, 154 Ivy Drive, Sagle, ID 83860
Rick's artistry, caring heart will be long remembered
My thoughts go out to Marcie Thompson and her family this week. Her husband, Rick, passed away Sunday night as a result of a heart attack.
Thursday, April 19
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
Lichty throws four-hit gem as Bulldogs blank Lakeland 8-0
RATHDRUM — Tyler Lichty allowed only four hits and struck out 12 Lakeland hitters as the Bulldogs shut down the Hawks in an Inland Empire League matchup.
Irene E. Dunn, 87
Irene E. Dunn, 87, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Sunday, April 15, 2007.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On the 14th day of August, 2007, at the hour of 10:00 A.M. of this day (recognized local time), in the office of First American Title Company, 419 North Second Ave., Sandpoint, ID 83864, in the County of Bonner County, State of Idaho, TitleOne Corporation, an Idaho corporation, as successor trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash or cashier's check (cash equivalent), in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale in compliance with Section 45-1506(9) Idaho Code, the following described real property, situated in Bonner County, State of Idaho, and described as follows to wit:
Madison Finlay
Madison Finlay was a long-time resident of Redlands, Calif., but spent summers in Sandpoint since the early 1960s. He died of a heart attack on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007, at his home in Redlands. He was 94.
Harold A. John, 93
Harold A. John, 93, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 in Spokane, Wash.
Wednesday, April 18
Sibyl E. Andersen, 88
Sibyl E. Andersen, 88, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Friday, April 13, 2007.
Haase, Hewitt lead Clark Fork track
HARRISON FLATS — Clark Fork distance runner Leo Haase won both the 800 and 1,600 meters to help lead the Clark Fork boys' track team to a second place finish at the Kootenai Invite on Tuesday at the Harrison Flats. Depth in the relays was big for the Cats, who finished 50 points behind Kootenai.
This situation smells like more than just asphalt
The last minute cancellation and continuance to August by Interstate Concrete and Asphalt is legal, say out planner and commissioners. Despite the frustration of those who took time from their day, and those who took off work to support opposing this industrial rezone (only to be told of the cancellation at meeting time) you have helped protect our aquifer, environment, community and quality of life to mention a few.
Richard Lee 'Rick' Thompson
Richard Lee "Rick" Thompson was born in New Rockford, N.D., on Nov. 5, 1957, and died April 15, 2007.
Sandpoint's leaders need to decide on vision for the city
Sandipondokooteray has a certain ring to it but truth be known, it probably won't happen.
Veterans make this country what it is today
I sometimes have a difficult time maintaining control when I witness the complete lack of understanding by many Americans as to what, and who, it took for this country to arrive where it is today. I know, I sound like a broken record, but it seems, at times, we have lost our way.
NOTICE OF LETTING
Sealed proposals will be received by the IDAHO TRANSPORTATION BOARD only at the office of the IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, 3311 WEST STATE STREET, BOISE, IDAHO 83703, ATTN: ROADWAY DESIGN until two o'clock p.m., on the 15th day of May, 2007, for the work of surface coating of bridge deck including polymer coating, joint seals, and restriping; Sandpoint Long Br., known as Idaho Federal Aid Project No. NH-5110(158), in Bonner County, Key No. 09448.
Tuesday, April 17
Bulldog girls win home meet
SANDPOINT — Megan Bartlett won the 3,200 and the 1,600 meters, and five girls won individual events as the Sandpoint girls track team ran away with the SHS/Litehouse Track Meet Tuesday at Sandpoint High School.
CASE NO. CV-2007- 00527
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is given that on 4/26/07, at 7:05 P.M., at 1500 Rogers Drive, Sandpoint, Id., the undersigned or assigns will conduct a public sale by auction to the highest bidder, the contents of unit# B-1, A Aaron°Os Self Storage. Description: Personal effects of lessee: Janean Dennis, 305 Blackbear Ln., Hamilton, MT. 59840.
NOTICE OF LETTING
Sealed proposals will be received by the IDAHO TRANSPORTATION BOARD only at the office of the IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, 3311 WEST STATE STREET, BOISE, IDAHO 83703, ATTN: ROADWAY DESIGN until two o°Oclock p.m., on the 15th day of May, 2007, for the work of surface coating of bridge deck including polymer coating, joint seals, and restriping; Sandpoint Long Br., known as Idaho Federal Aid Project No. NH-5110(158), in Bonner County, Key No. 09448.
Case No. CV-2007-00467
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) andA6P5rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that Debby Trinen ofA6P5776 Upland Drive - Sandpoint, ID 83864 made application to install a domestic waterline.A6P5Located on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho adjacent to: Section 34, Township 57 North, Range 1A6P5East; B.M., in Bonner County.
Vikings down Sandpoint, 12-9
SANDPOINT — Shea Vucinich struck out Kelly Karle with the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh inning to register his 10th save on the season, preserving a wild 12-9 Inland Empire League win over Sandpoint Tuesday afternoon at War Memorial Field.
Lyle Dean Hosterman, 97
Lyle Dean Hosterman, 97, passed away on Friday, April 13, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho. Memorial services will be held at a later date with interment in the Polson Cemetery.
Monday, April 16
Joan Phyllis Haverlock, 87
Joan Phyllis Haverlock, 87, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Thursday, April 12, 2007.
Tough stance needed against child porn
I grew up in Concord, N.H., as the son of a widely respected and incorruptible police chief.
Few answers available in senseless campus tragedy
When does an event become so shocking it rises to the level of unbelievable?
Helping with the caribou closure
On March 30, a group of backcountry riders explored the caribou closure boarders to help determine what would be needed to protect the areas from accidental trespass. While maps distributed by the Forest Service are helpful, trying to relate lines on a map to actual on the ground locations is very difficult. It is going to be a formidable task to clearly identify where the boarder line is for the closure area.
Bulldogs pick up win in softball
KELLOGG — Freshman hurler Molly Givens picked up both victories, Sara Murphy and Macaela Brady each had five RBI games, and the Sandpoint Bulldogs earned their first two wins of the season by outlasting Kellogg 17-2 and 17-15 in non-league action Monday in Kellogg.
LaVon 'Bonnie' Snow Higley, 88
LaVon "Bonnie" Snow Higley, 88, of Clinton, Utah, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2007, at the Crestwood Care Center.
Saturday, April 14
Stephanie Morrison, 52
Stephanie Morrison, 52, of Fruitland passed away Saturday, April 14, 2007, at her home surrounded by her loving husband and daughter following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
LEGAL NOTICE
Sagle Community Hall, Inc. Association Quarterly Meeting April 18, 2007, 7:00 p.m. at the Sagle Community Hall, Future of Hall will be discussed.
A few people ruined POAC student art display
We have maintained an office in the Old Powerhouse for a number of years and have always looked forward to the beginning of each month when all the arts in the building is changed.
Denial has dangerous consequences. Most of us have experienced this in one way or another.
Often it's denial of a problem like alcohol or drug addiction. We know there's an issue but refuse to seek help for a loved one or ourselves. Eventually many are able to confront it and that starts recovery. Then we ask, why did we wait so long?
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SANDPOINT — A snowboarder accused of battering a skier in a dispute over the proper way to drop into Schweitzer Mountain Resort's terrain park pleaded guilty Friday to a reduced charge.
Friday, April 13
Ruth Caufield, 51
Ruth Caufield, 51, went to be with the Lord after a car crash near Lewiston claimed her life.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners will hold public hearings at the following times on Wednesday, May 2, 2007, in the Board Room of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following requests:
Case No. CV-2007-00616
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
Lucille Kathryn Walker, 83
Lucille Kathryn Walker, 83, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho on Tuesday, April 10, 2007.
Cd'A blanks Bulldogs
SANDPOINT — Sophomore Amber Coburn was sharp on the mound, and senior Monica Conroy delivered three hits and five RBIs at the plate as Coeur d'Alene bounced back from their first loss of the year to blank Sandpoint 15-0 Friday afternoon at Travers Park.
Case No. CV 2007-0449
SUMMONS BY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
Thursday, April 12
Benjamin Thayer Betts, 23
Benjamin Thayer Betts passed away March 30, 2007, near Bonners Ferry, Idaho. He was 23.
Robert Lee Barnes, 54
Robert Lee Barnes, 54, passed away on April 12, 2007.
Joseph John 'Joe' Sagerer, 87
Joseph John "Joe" Sagerer, 87, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho, with his daughter, Susie and his special friends, Sheila Navratil and her daughter, Carol at his side.
LEGAL NOTICE
The City of Clark Fork announces that sealed bids will be accepted for the furnishing to the City one newly constructed fire apparatus vehicle in accordance with the plans and specifications on file with the Fire Department. Bids will be received at the Clark Fork City Hall until 12:00 noon on the 20th day of April, 2007, at which time and place all submitted bids will be opened and considered. Contact the City hall at 208-266-1315 for bid information and vehicle specifications.
Thomas E. 'Tom' Dryden, 69
Thomas E. "Tom" Dryden, 69, passed away, at his home, on Tuesday, April 10, 2007, after a long battle with cancer.
NOTICE TO CALL FOR BIDS
Notice is hereby given that the Bonner County Board Of Commissioners will be accepting Sealed Bids on Three (3) 10 Wheel Trucks.
Bulldogs blank Badgers, 10-0
BONNERS FERRY — Cory Hawkins hit his third home run in two games, and combined with Jake Semones, Cole Tonnemacher, Woody Hawkins and Ben Fisher to drive in two runs apiece as the Bulldogs beat Bonners Ferry 10-0 on Thursday.
Wednesday, April 11
Joseph John 'Joe' Sagerer, 87
Joseph John "Joe" Sagerer, 87, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho, with his daughter, Susie and his special friends, Sheila Navratil and her daughter, Carol at his side.
LEGAL NOTICE
Sagle Community Hall, Inc. Association Quarterly Meeting April 18, 2007, 7:00 p.m. at the Sagle Community Hall, Future of Hall will be discussed.
STATE TIMBER SALVAGE SALE
SS-20-0241, PANHANDLE SALVAGE
What kind of 'roots' is developer contemplating?
This letter is in regard to the proposed Lakes at Heron development near Heron, Mont.
Clemons is on the right track as Bonner County's assessor
Bonner County Assessor Jerry Clemons is on the right track.
Pelosi hurting the country with her actions, attitude
Ms. Pelosi, you are hurting the United States. Do you know what "united" means; it means working together for the common good of the "United States." You are a leader, but the only leadership you are focusing on is the leadership of right-wing Democrats (I'm not talking against the normal middle of the road Democrats), their agenda is as it always has been since President Bush was elected, a "Hate Bush" campaign. Why aren't you busy bringing both parties together? Do you want to be remembered as a leader that helped bring down the U.S. in the eyes of the world and dividing the U.S.? That certainly will bring more hate to the people and will certainly hurt our country for years to come. I am ashamed of you. You seem to think that you are the president, taking it upon yourself to go to Syria acting as a supported delegate, a mouthpiece that is speaking for the president and the U.S. citizens; you were asked not to go to Syria and the Middle East. Isn't your title "the speaker of the house." It is not the speaker for the "people by the people." Shame on you. History will record your time as speaker as a dark time for America; You're acting as a dictator.
Lloyd Melvin 'Boxcar' Campbell, 65
Lloyd Melvin "Boxcar" Campbell, 65, went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2007, in Spokane, Wash.
Gene W. Allen, 78
Gene W. Allen, 78, passed away April 8, 2007, in Spokane.
Bulldogs finish sixth at golf tourney
HAYDEN LAKE — The seventh annual Coeur d'Alene girls golf invitational at Hayden Lake Country Club wound up eerily similar to the sixth annual event.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CITY OF EAST HOPE
The City Council of East Hope will hold a public hearing on April 26, 2007 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the East Hope City Hall, 505 Wellington Place, East Hope, regarding the following application:
Case No. CV-2007-00591
SUMMONS FOR
Steven Anthony Escalante, 27
Steven Anthony Escalante, 27, passed away suddenly and peacefully on April 1, 2007, in Seattle.
Margaret Martha 'Meg' MacArthur, 44
Margaret Martha "Meg" MacArthur, 44, passed away suddenly on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007, at her home in Sagle.
Tuesday, April 10
Mary Elizabeth 'Betsy' Foster, 71
Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Foster, 71, passed away at her home in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Monday, April 9, 2007.
Hawkins has huge day as Sandpoint sweeps Lakeland
SANDPOINT — Cory Hawkins had a monster night for Sandpoint, lacing two home runs among his six hits and pitching a four-hitter for a victory as the Bulldogs swept both ends of a doubleheader with Lakeland Tuesday at War Memorial Field.
Bulldogs finish third at home meet
SANDPOINT — Will Andrews had personal bests in both the shot put and discus to lead the Sandpoint boys to a third place finish at the Sandpoint Invitational track meet Tuesday at the high school.
Tags give you the real dirt on how to clean upholstery
Last Saturday, I received a call from a very nice lady requesting information about upholstery cleaning.
Sommerfield's 81 leads Sandpoint golf team
LEWISTON — Lake City senior Matt Kelso knuckled down and stayed the course through a demanding wind for a 2-over-par 73 to finish as the medalist at the Moscow Invitational at Bryden Canyon Golf Course.
Bonner General preparing for art transplant sale
Picasso said, "Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life." I think we all could use a little dusting from time to time and now's your chance!
Monday, April 9
Edward H. and Thelma Faye Nettleton
Edward H. Nettleton, 97, of Biloxi, Miss., died in the loving arms of family on Monday, March 5, 2007, in Gautier, Miss.
Governor Otter taking the trading route less traveled
As most Idahoans can tell by now, Gov. Butch Otter does things his own way.
At what point will ITD admit byway is flawed?
I cannot help but comment on the amusing final statement from Barbara Babic, spokesperson for the ITD, in the Bee article on the Corps of Engineers' 12 pages of concerns and questions regarding the Highway in Sand Creek (March 21). She says that NICAN and "Pierre" (Why Barb, I was not aware that we were on such close first-name basis!) "inundated the Corps with paperwork" and that is the reason that the Corps had such extensive requests to them.
Many responsible for program's success
A Vietnamese proverb states, "When eating fruit, think of the person who planted the tree."
Hess, Wilkinson lead Clark Fork golf team
PRIEST RIVER — Megan Hess fired a 97 to lead the Clark Fork golf team at their season-opening meet at Priest River. Drew Wilkinson shot a 100, followed by Brian Baugh's 108 and Beezer Ruen's 117, as only four Clark Fork golfers were eligible for the first meet.
Hanson representing Sandpoint at All-Star game
COEUR d'ALENE — Senior shooting guard Drake Hanson is the lone Sandpoint representative in the fourth annual statewide all-star game this Saturday, April 14 at NIC's Christianson Gym in Coeur d'Alene. The games are sanctioned by the Idaho High School Activities Association.
Cleo Birch, 84
Cleo Birch, 84, passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2007, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, following a prolonged illness.
Saturday, April 7
Let's get on with byway and end gridlock once and for all
Mr. Steven J. "The Tunnel" Potter has appeared on the scene from California. It appears he bought property at The Seasons at Sandpoint, which is located adjacent to the Burlington Northern Railroad tracks and to the not-as-close planned route of the Sandpoint Byway.
New plan for fighting milfoil deserves support
In Bonner County, common ground is actually water.
How do you say thanks to a special teacher?
Have you hugged a teacher lately? Probably not.
LEGAL NOTICE
Persuant to IDAPA 13.01.03100.01, I authorize public fishing in the waters owned by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game as identified and posted by hatchery managers. This authorization is for Free Fishing Day only, on June 9, 2007, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Normal limits and tackle restrictions shall apply unless special restrictions are posted.
Elements of 'Jessica's Law' already on books in Idaho
Recently, many constituents have brought to our attention that Idaho has not enacted the Jessica Lunsford Act (Jessica's Law). However, Idaho has enacted many of the elements of Jessica's Law, only without the title.
Friday, April 6
SUMMONS FOR
PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO.1166
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, VACATING AN APPROXIMATELY 25-FOOT WIDE STRIP OF UNDEVELOPED RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF LOT 1, JOHNSON, COX & HAMILTON SHORT PLAT, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 57 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Auction:
1987 Nissan Maxim JNYHU1113HX849243 MT Lic#35B1140 and 1993 Eagle Summit JE3CA11A4PU002886 ID Lic# 7BA9911 at 1pm on 4/19/07 at Clyde's Towing 32 Pit Rd Sagle Idaho
ORDINANCE NO. 1167
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, VACATING ALL INTEREST OUTSIDE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY COMMONLY KNOWN AS DOCK STREET, LOCATED IN SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 57 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Case No. CV2007-00561
NOTICE OF HEARING
NOTICE TO CALL FOR BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WILL BE ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS FOR THE FOLLOWING SERVICE:
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. -1168
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; AMENDING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 5, SANDPOINT MUNICIPAL CODE; PROVIDING FOR CLARIFICATION OF THE PURPOSE OF THE SIGN CODE TO INCLUDE THE PROHIBITION OF ELECTRONIC SIGNS; PROVIDING FOR REMOVAL OF NONCONFORMING SIGNS WITHIN FIVE YEARS OF THE ADOPTION OF THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING THAT NONCOMMERCIAL COPY MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR COMMERCIAL COPY ON ANY LAWFUL SIGN; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS FOR BANNER, BANNER SIGN, CANOPY, MARQUEE SIGN, CHANGING SIGN, NONCONFORMING SIGN, PORTABLE SIGN, TEMPORARY SIGN, MURAL, AND DELETING THE DEFINITION OF PENNANT; PROVIDING THAT USE OF BANNER SIGNS FOR MORE THAN THIRTY CUMULATIVE DAYS IN A CALENDAR YEAR SHALL BE SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CODE; CLARIFYING PROVISIONS REGARDING PROHIBITED SIGNS AND EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING THAT CHURCHES BE ALLOWED TO UTILIZE CHANGEABLE COPY SIGNS; ADDING ELECTRONIC SIGNS AS A PROHIBITED SIGN; REGULATING VEHICLE-MOUNTED SIGNS; PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTED SIGNS, REMOVING LIMITATIONS ON POLITICAL SIGNS; REMOVING BANNERS AS AN EXEMPTED SIGN; PROVIDING FOR THE REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MURALS; REVISING THE NONCONFORMING SIGN PROVISIONS; PROVIDING THAT THESE PROVISIONS SHALL BE DEEMED SEVERABLE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOTICE OF ELECTION
LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 84
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Sandpoint City Council will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street, Sandpoint, ID, to consider the following:
NOTICE OF
ADVERTISEMENT
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with IDAPA 58.01.06.032.03.b, Stimson Lumber Company is issuing this public notice in regards to its permit application to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to site Tier II Non-Municipal Solid Waste Landfill. The landfill will accept wood waste and boiler ash from Stimson Lumber Company operations in the general area. The proposed landfill is located on Hoop Loop Road in the SE 1\4 of the NE 1\4 of Section 34, Township 56N, Range 5W of Bonner County. The Application to site the landfill has been completed and submitted to the DEQ. The general public has 30 days to make comment before the permit is issued. At the conclusion of the public comment period, DEQ will consider the comments and issue a decision regarding the approval of the permit application. The permit application may be reviewed and comments may be addressed to:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, will conduct a public meeting beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the site of the proposed "Buffalo Jump" planned unit development and subdivision located at the Lower Quartz Creek Road, for the purpose of a site review relating to Files C864-06 and S1411-06. No public testimony will be taken at this time.
Case No. CV 2007-0449
SUMMONS BY
TitleOne Corporation
1101 W. River Street, Ste 201
LEGAL NOTICE
Pursuant to IDAPA 13.01.03100.01, I authorize public fishing in the waters owned by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game as identified and posted by hatchery managers. This authorization is for Free Fishing Day only, on June 9, 2007, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Normal limits and tackle restrictions shall apply unless special restrictions are posted.
Thursday, April 5
Bulldogs come up short at Las Vegas tournament
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Having exhausted their two best pitchers — Tyler Lichty and Cory Hawkins — in winning the first two games of the Las Vegas tournament, the Bulldogs baseball team relied on a committee approach in the third game, falling behind early and losing 14-5 to Centennial (Nevada) on Wednesday.
Albertson-Barlow Insurance Services opens doors
SANDPOINT — Arera residents may have seen a new face at the Power House office building lately. That's because property and casualty specialist Tye Barlow is partnering with Albertson Insurance Services to form Albertson-Barlow Insurance Services.
Wednesday, April 4
CITY OF HOPE
Bonner County, Idaho
Laws must be changed to protect the animals
I am concerned with the county and all the horses in our area that are starving. Living on Rapid Lightning, we have had to see at least three horses starve all winter long. Two of us have tried to work with our animal control officer with no luck.
We need to bring troops home from unwanted war
The question is, which is better for the Iraqi people? Being killed and pillaged by the U.S., or being killed and pillaged by Iran. Hmmm. Did you know that in four Muslim countries polled, 75 percent felt it was wrong to kill citizens under any condition, but in the U.S., a "Christian" nation, only 46 percent gave the same answer, and we are the ones with weapons of mass destruction.
The Daily Bee's hoops Nostradamus
I've seen some pretty good Final Four office pools in my day, but I've never seen anything like the one Bee reporter Keith Kinnaird recently turned in. It was so good, it was almost shameful he only won $70 — what with all the high rollers in the Bee's $5 pool.
PUBLIC NOTICE
In Lieu Parking Fees
Survey seeks input on public safety issues
SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Sheriff's Office is commissioning a telephone survey to help it dial in public safety services as the county grows.
city of hope, idaho
Ordinance no. 253
For the record
If your name winds up in Bonner County's dispatch log, it's going to wind up in the Bonner County News of Record in The Daily Bee.
Graffiti is ruining Lincoln Street, town
North Lincoln Street is becoming a graffiti corridor. One scribble on a stop sign breeds a larger mark on an electric box across from a church. Now Avista has large ugly symbols painted on its fence.
SUMMARY OF
ORDINANCE NO. 254
NIC professor should be fired for her remarks
Re "Police Look Into Threats," 3/17.
Tuesday, April 3
Spring forward with simple tips to get in shape
I know it's hard to believe, considering the new snow that fell Monday afternoon, but warm spring weather will soon be upon us. It's time for us to dig our athletic shoes out of the bottom of our closets and head outside to get some exercise and fresh air.
Ambrose 'Andy' Elwood Smith, 74
Ambrose "Andy" Elwood Smith, 74, passed away on Friday, March 30, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho, after a long battle with bladder cancer.
Paul Harry Blood, 96
Paul Harry Blood, 96, passed away on Monday, March 26, 2007, near Blanchard, Idaho.
Wash away gutter woes with regular cleaning
I frequently get calls from people who have flooded basements or crawl spaces where water seeps through their concrete walls.
Monday, April 2
New PSB bank dwarfed by proposed byway 'monolith'
Recently I have noticed a letter or two decrying the scale of the new Intermountain Bank building in Sandpoint, ie; "Mega buildings should not have home in Sandpoint" on March 18 by Mr. Erik Daarstad.
Extremists can't be allowed to dictate American policy
Should "we the people" allow the extreme left wing of the Democrat and Republican parties to accomplish Vietnamizing Iraq as they are most certainly trying their very best to do? What kind of an outcome for the security of America and our allies in the region should we expect if they are successful?
For the most part, legislators got it right during 2007 session
The first sign that this year's Idaho legislative session might have come up short of expectations came out Monday from Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter's office in the form of a press release.
