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| The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter | June 07, 2011 | |
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The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce has provided this electronic newsletter ("e-newsletter") free of charge. The items contained herein are published as submitted and are provided for general information purposes only. Readers should not rely solely on this information, but should make their own inquiries before making any decisions.
We work to maintain up-to-date information, however, no responsibility is accepted for any errors or omission or results of any actions based upon this information. If you have any questions regarding any of these items, contact the organizational representative of that source/information.
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Dear Member,
Many exciting events and gatherings are starting to occur and we here at the chamber are here to provide you with the most up-to-date information that we may have.
Please be on the lookout for a very special E-News blast coming out this week that pertains very important information of upcoming events. Also, make sure and look at our "What's Happening" section for all of the latest and upcoming events happening throughout the week.
Sincerely,
Salvador Miramontes Jr.
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
www.thedalleschamber.com
The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce - 404 W. 2nd St., The Dalles, OR 97058 - 541.296.2231 |
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Summer Hours @ TDACC
Now Open 7 days a week
Summer Hours
@ the ChamberOpen 7 days a week! We are now open 7 days a week Weekend hours: 10AM - 4PM, which also includes holidays. For more information, contact: TDACC - 541.296.2231
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Wasco County Board of
County Commissioners
Regular Session - Agenda
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2011
LOCATION: WASCO COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
COURTROOM #202
511 Washington Street, The Dalles
01:10 PM CALL TO ORDER
01:15 AM PUBLIC HEARING: To consider amending the Wasco County Uniform Fee Schedule Ordinance.
01:45 PM CONSIDERATION: Of the approval of the Professional Services Agreement between Wasco County and DeVaney Consulting, Inc.; John Roberts, Wasco County Planning & Development Director.
02:00 PM CONSIDERATION: On the appointment of an individual to the Columbia River Gorge Commission as Wasco County's Representative.
02:30 PM REQUEST: For the USDA Disaster Declaration determination due to freeze and frost damage to sweet cherries; Kevin Macintyre, Farm Service Agency.
02:45 PM CONSIDERATION: Of the approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement to provide Economic Development Commission Staffing Services to Wasco County; Amanda Hoey and Jessica Metta, Mid-Columbia Economic Development.
03:30 PM ADJOURN
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How Acupuncture Works: Workshop
Thursday, June 9th starting @ 7PM
Cascade Acupuncture - The Dalles
Cascade Acupuncture Presents:
Learn How Acupuncture Works
Presented by:
Carola Stepper, LAc/Owner
Introduction on Acupuncture
and Oriental Medicine as a
complete health care system
---------------------------------- Class Size is LIMITED For more info/register: 541.298.BEST (2378)
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What's Happening?
Your Guide to Local Happenings:
Events for 6/08- 6/13
1-31 "Process & Presence: Selections -
Museum of Contemporary Craft"
@ Maryhill Museum of Art
Info: 509.773.3733
www.maryhillmuseum.org
1-31 Iconography & Beyond
@ The Dalles Art Center
Natalie Hassell - Icons
Tory Brokenshire - Assemblage
Jerry Fenter - Watercolor
Opening Reception: June 7, 5-7PM
6-31 Artful Artifacts: Museum Inspiration
Exhibit @ Hist. Museum of Hood River Co.
08 The Dalles Rotary Club Meeting
Noon @ the Civic Auditorium
08 Basics of Going Solar
6-7:30PM @ Grass Valley Pavilion
in Grass Valley, OR; FREE workshop.
08 Eric Taylor in Concert: LIVE!
7PM @ the Civic Auditorium
Cost: $15/person; @ Klindt's
& Columbia River Music
Info: 541.980.5433
09,16 Government Affairs Meeting
23,30 7AM @ the BBQ Restaurant
09 The Dalles Kiwanis Meeting
Major Tammy Ray of the Salvation Army
Noon @ Spooky's
09 Toastmasters Meeting
Noon @ CGCC Board Room
Info: Patti Blagg, 541.298.4352
09 Hoot-Hoot! Owl Behavior & Prey
3:30-5PM @ UCC Church; $10;
To register for event, email:
info@wonderworkschildrensmuseum.org
09 Go for the Green: How Sustainability
Can Boost Your Business (Better Oregon)
Oregon Tourism Partners Invited;
4-6PM @ Springhouse Cellar,
13 Railroad St., Hood River, OR.
Info: 503.378.8864 or 503.378.2104
09 Cancer Quick Lecture Series
Genetics w/Dr. Ann Harris
2-3PM @ Columbia Room in
Celilo Cancer Center, The Dalles
09 Volunteer Orientation @ HAVEN
6-7PM @ Meeting Rm in PUD Building
Info: 541.296.2065 or
volunteer@haventhedalles.org
09 Gorge Green Drinks
6:30-8PM @ Wet Planet Rafting
& Kayaking; 860 Hwy 141,
White Salmon, WA; $10 donation.
www.gorgeowned.org/programs/
10 Ricky Steber's Autograph Party
1-3PM @ Klindt's Booksellers,
315 E. 2nd St, Open to the Public!
Info: 541.296.3355
www.klindtsbooks.com
10 CGCC Graduation Day!
3PM @ The Amphitheatre
on The Dalles Campus
11 Stewardship Workshop
For Homeowners & Soon-To-Be 9AM-12:30PM @ Columbia Senior Center
The Dalles, OR; FREE; RSVP by 6/10 to:
Karen.Iamson@or.nacdnet.net or
541.296.6178 ext.121
11 Farmers Market
8AM-1PM @ The Dalles City Park,
located on E. 5th & Union
Info: 541.993.9974
11 Slide Lecture & Book Signing:
Bruce Bjornstad" Ice Age Floods
@ Maryhill Museum of Art
Info: 509.773.3733
www.maryhillmuseum.org
11 Family Fun Program:
Explore Landscape Art
1-4PM @ Maryhill Museum of Arts
Info: 509.773.3733
www.maryhillmuseum.org
11 Heritage Quilts Presentation
2PM @ Rorick House, 300 W. 13th St.,
The Dalles, OR; Presented by:
Judy Metzentine Saxton; FREE Event.
11 5th Annual Gorge Bike Ride
Register/Info: www.GorgeRide.com
11 Assemblage Santos
w/Tory Brokenshire
9AM-5:30PM @ The Dalles Art Center
Info: 541.296.4759
11 David Lanz Liverpool Trio: LIVE!
@ Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center
in Stevenson, WA; Starting @ 8PM
Info: 1.800.991.2338
11 Columbia Gorge Genealogical
Society: Meeting
1PM @ The Discovery Center
11 Supper Club
@ Balch Hotel
Info: 541.467.2277
www.balchhotel.com
11 Knit in Public Day
1-3PM @ The Dalles/Wasco Co. Library
Info: 541.296.2815
13 Mid-Columbia Teachers
Association Workshop
10AM-12PM @ Zion Lutheran Church,
located on 101 W. 10th St; FREE;
Register/Info: ejhowe@centrylink.net
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Countdown for China Trip begins
Reserve your spot TODAY!
Travel To China
with The Dalles Chamber
October 22-31, 2011
10 Day Experience of pure
Culture, Fun & Excited!!!
ONLY: $1,999*
Don't Miss Out On This Opportunity! --------------------------------------
*For more information, please call
Dana Schmidling: 541.296.2231
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The Dalles City Council Meeting
Monday, June 13th @ 5:30PM
City Hall Council Chamber - 313 Court St.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. To Receive Testimony Regarding Proposed Uses of State Revenue Sharing.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-047]
- Resolution No. 11-015 Declaring the City's Intention to Receive State Revenue
B. To Receive Testimony Regarding the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget and Changes Proposed by Staff.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-052]
C. To Receive Testimony Regarding Proposed Vacation of a Portion of Terrance Drive and East Terrance Drive.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-049]
CONTRACT REVIEW BOARD ACTIONS
A. Award Contract for Fire Fuels Reduction Project Within The Dalles Municipal Watershed.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-050]
B. Authorization for Purchase of a Used Radio Based Drive By Automated Meter Reading (AMR) System for the City's Water Meters.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-051]
ACTION ITEMS
A. Approval for Renewal of Insurance for Property, Liability and Worker's Compensation for the 2011-12 Fiscal Year.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-055]
B. Resolution No. 11-018 Adopting Fiscal Management Policies for the City of The Dalles.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-054]
C. Approval of Agreement With Northern Wasco County PUB for Use of Utility Poles for Downtown WiFi Project.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-058]
D. Approval of Exempt Employee Compensation Package for Fiscal Year 2011-12.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-057]
E. Resolution No. 11-020 Implementing GASB 54 by Committing the Ending Fund Balances of the Special Assessments Fund and Capital Improvement Fund to Specific Purposes.
[Agenda Staff Report #11-059]
*Complete list, click: City Council Agenda
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Gorge Green Drinks goes to
Wet Planet Rafting and Kayaking
Thursday, June 9, 6:30-8PM
"Green Drinks"
with Wet Planet
Rafting & Kayaking
Come learn why Wet Planet is considered a leader in its industry for its sustainability efforts.
GO! asks for a $5-$10 suggested donation
to support this monthly networking event
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Gorge Owned (GO!) Business Network welcomes all Gorge residents to Wet Planet Rafting and Kayaking (860 Highway 141, White Salmon, WA) for a Gorge Green Drinks focused on sustainable tourism and the removal of the Condit Dam on the White Salmon River.
Enjoy Full Sail beer at this monthly gathering sponsored by GO!, a membership-based non-profit organization working to advance Gorge-owned businesses with a commitment to a sustainable and prosperous community. Visit: www.gorgeowned.org for more info.
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Rorick House hosts Heritage Quilts
Saturday, June 11th @ 2PM
300 W. 13th St., The Dalles
The Wasco County Historical Society (WCHS) invites the public to a special presentation on heritage quilts on Saturday, June 11th at 2PM.
These quilts date from 1860 to more current ones. This is a FREE event, so you won't want to miss it!
Owners of the actual quilts will be present and include: Judy Mezentine Saxton, Lois Ashley Kennedy, and Suzanne Rose Alsup.
For more information, contact Jan Leininger at 541.478.3429.
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Volunteer with HAVEN: Orientation
Thursday, June 9th @ 6PM
Wasco PUD Meeting Room
Volunteer with HAVEN
Orientation Opportunity
Thursday, June 9th @ 6PM
PUD Meeting Room, 2345 River Rd.
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HAVEN from Domestic Violence invites you to learn what it takes to volunteer at HAVEN and how you can use your unique strengths to serve victims and survivors of violence.
A FREE event that's open to ANY member of the public who wishes to learn more about volunteering for HAVEN or simply wants to know more about this community resource.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please make sure and RSVP ahead of time.
Interested in joining? Contact Us.
Anna Williams: 541.296.2065 or
volunteer@haventhedalles.org
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YoPros step into action!
Thursday, June 9th @ 5:30PM
Discovery Center - The Dalles 
Join us for a very important meeting hosted by the Discovery Center!
Come and learn about how we can get involved with a much anticipated event celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.
Also, our host has graciously invited us to a tour of the facility as well as having appetizers afterwards.
For more information/RSVP, please contact TDACC at: marketing@thedalleschamber.com
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CRAIG Office Supply
would like to say the following:
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING LOCAL
VISIT: COSNW.COM
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ELF Carpet & Upholstery Care, LLC
Chamber Member Discount Announcement
15% Discount on ALL Services
to Chamber Members!!!
Carpet Cleaning - Upholstery Cleaning - Air Duct Cleaning
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For more information call:
ELF Carpet & Upholstery Care, LLC
541.397.0088
www.elfcarpet.com
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