Camas-Washougal Post-Record

April 1, 2014

Joe Ertolacci, the new manager of the Georgia-Pacific mill, in Camas, stands next to communication paper rolls in the number 20 building. He has worked in the paper industry for 24 years.

G-P mill navigates global, local issues

Global and domestic competition in the paper industry is among the changes and challenges faced by the Georgia-Pacific mill, in Camas. That is according to Joe Ertolacci, the vice president of manufacturing for the mill. There is increased global competition in the production of copy paper in China and South America and other communications papers and new domestic producers of tissues, paper towels and napkins in the commercial and consumer private label industry.

April 1, 2014

Democrats list Pridemore as top choice for commissioner

A former Camas-Washougal area resident is the Clark County Democrats' top choice for appointment to the Clark County Commission seat being vacated by Steve Stuart. On Friday during a meeting of the Democratic Central Committee, Craig Pridemore received the most votes, followed by Kelly Love Parker, Vancouver Chamber of Commerce executive director and retired labor leader Ed Barnes. According to Washington state law, the central committee of the party held by the resigning county official submits a list of three names in order of preference to the remaining county commissioners -- Tom Mielke and David Madore -- who have 60 days to select a replacement from the list. Stuart is a Democrat. If an appointment is not made during that time, Gov. Jay Inslee makes the appointment.

April 1, 2014

Freeholders to discuss commissioner elections

The Clark County Board of Freeholders will meet in Camas, to discuss the drafting of a home rule charter. The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, at the new Lacamas Lake Lodge and Conference Center, is open to the public, and will include an extended public comment period, at the beginning and end.

March 25, 2014

Port, cities consider New Markets Tax Credit Program

A potential new endeavor involving the cities of Camas and Washougal, and the Port of Camas-Washougal could provide the seed money to take part in a federal tax credit program aimed at supporting local economic development projects. Consultant Don Mazziotti and Stephen Brooks, principal with Portland-based Pilot Management Resources, Inc., recently presented information on the New Markets Tax Credit Program to both city councils, and the port commission.

March 25, 2014

Corinne Lorch, of Washougal, is among the members of Jabronis, a co-ed hockey team that includes her husband Neil. "I love playing on a team with my husband and all the other guys," Corinne said. "Anytime you can share an activity just brings you closer together." There are opportunities for men and women, of a variety of skill levels, to play hockey at Mountain View Ice Arena, in Vancouver.

Fun on Ice

A Washougal woman is among the participants in the fast-paced sport of hockey. Corinne Lorch, 26, plays for "Jabronis," a co-ed team that includes her husband Neil. This is Corinne's first season playing hockey. She and Neil started skating a few months ago, to get to the point that they could participate in a league at the beginners level, at Mountain View Ice Arena. Corinne enjoys that hockey is fast moving, competitive, physical and just "all around fun."

March 25, 2014

District clarifies boundaries between students, staff

In an effort to increase awareness, the Washougal School District has clarified, in detail, what constitutes acceptable behavior between students and staff. Some of the document is fairly standard, such as refraining from inappropriate physical conduct, showing pornography to a student or making jokes of a sexual nature. However, other portions of it may come as a surprise to some: For example, it is not acceptable to employ a student, such as having them baby-sit any staff member's children.

March 25, 2014

Gov. Jay Inslee signed Substitute Senate Bill No. 6069, relating to community custody conditions for sex offenders, on March 17. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Ann Rivers, after she was contacted by Camas sisters Kimberly Abell and Jennifer Chilton. Pictured above at the signing are Abell, Chilton, Tamara Linder (session intern), Gov. Inslee, Liz Coleman (legislative assistant), Sen. Rivers, Kelly Ficker (session aide) and John Benson.

Governor signs bill that supports sex abuse victims’ rights

The two Camas sisters who inspired 18th District Sen. Ann Rivers to introduce Senate Bill 6069 were on-hand for the recent bill signing. As part of the bill, effective June 12 victims will be able to request notice from the state Department of Corrections when a specific sex offender is released or transferred. They can also request that the offender refrain from contacting the victim and/or immediate family members.

March 18, 2014

Miss Vancouver Rodeo Queen

A woman who grew up riding horses on her family's five-acre property and swimming with friends in the Washougal River is representing the Vancouver Rodeo this year.Amanda Knapp, 20, is the Miss Vancouver Rodeo Queen for 2014. The rodeo will be held July 2-5, at the Clark County Saddle Club. The queen serves as a goodwill ambassador for the sport of professional rodeo, the Vancouver Rodeo and the Clark County Saddle Club. Knapp is the daughter of Brian and Janis. She has an older brother, William.

March 18, 2014

In April 2013, the old Moose Lodge building was demolished to make room for the new Lacamas Lake Lodge and Conference Center. The 5,000 square foot facility will officially open to the public during a dedication ceremony on Tuesday, March 25, at 4 p.m.

Lacamas Lake Lodge opens its doors to the community

The Lacamas Lake Lodge and Conference Center is now open. A dedication ceremony is planned for Tuesday, March 25. The event, emceed by Camas Parks and Recreation Commission Chairman Brent Erickson, will begin at 4 p.m. Speakers will include Mayor Scott Higgins, Camas City Councilman Tim Hazen and Friends of the Camas Community Center President Nan Henriksen. Contractor JWC Construction began work on the new facility in July. The 5,000 square foot building offers a main banquet hall that seats 150 people and overlooks the lake. There are two conference rooms, a large covered patio and a warming kitchen.

March 18, 2014

Northwest Sixth Avenue will undergo repairs soon

During the past few months, Northwest Sixth Avenue in Camas has become an obstacle course of potholes. Rain, snow and ice this winter wreaked havoc on the road, which serves as a main arterial funneling traffic east and west between Highway 14 and downtown Camas. Potholes of all shapes and sizes formed when water seeped into cracks and froze, acting as a wedge and breaking the pavement apart. Last night, the Camas City Council approved a $66,400 contract with low bidder Granite Construction of Vancouver to perform what Public Works Director Eric Levison describes as "grind and patch repair" work. It will fix 91 potholes equalling 14,000 square feet, located between Adams and Norwood streets.

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