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On Our CoverJacksonville artist Sarah Waldron captured the

essence of the Woodland Trail System in this stunning 30"x 30" oil on panel painting titled, “Woodlands Cool.” Painted during a winter frost, the inspiration for this piece came from her three brothers’ personalities, on whom all three paintings in a series were based. Sarah notes, “I did each painting and thought about each of them and based each on a variation in color, mood and even brush strokes.” To view her other work, visit www.sarahwaldron.com and see article on page 7.

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February marks the return of Jacksonville’s Chinese New Year Celebration—2013 is the Year of the Snake with a full day of exciting events

to mark the occasion. Please find the events schedule on page 5, including the parade, live performances, art demonstrations, a fun run, cooking classes and more.

The other day, a reader and I were discussing the Review’s increasing focus on the arts in Jacksonville and the impact the arts are making on our small town.

I am optimistic that “art” can be a cornerstone of Jacksonville’s economic, cultural and social base—but it’s not a done deal without community and city support.

In my view, artists are entrepreneurs and deserve to be treated like other small businesses that bring benefit to the city. This not only includes support from residents, but from the city council, mayor, and staff with codes and policies reflecting this position.

The reason is simple. At one time, HISTORY and historic buildings were the town’s claim to fame and how we branded ourselves. Today, with the museum closed and the city pondering what to do with the Courthouse and Children’s Museum, our city leaders would be wise to underwrite the operational expenses of the Art Presence Art Center currently housed in the

Children’s Museum. The city should make a long-term commitment to the arts by dedicating at least half of the building for the Art Presence Gallery. The cost would be nominal—the outcome may be inestimable.

“ART” is a natural fit with the MUSIC scene, including Britt and live music venues like South Stage Cellars, Bella Union and Stagecoach Saloon. Art is a natural fit with the 20+ wineries on the Applegate Valley Wine Trail, in-town tasting rooms and a dozen more wineries/vineyards nearby. Art pairs nicely with an impressive restaurant and FOOD scene which includes the J’ville Farmers Market, local cooking classes, and artisan food purveyor Gary West Meats and others. And, the list should include art as a compliment to a recharged “ANTIQUES” scene led by Trolley Stop Antiques, Sterling Creek Antiques, the Barn Company and others.

To look into the matter further, I asked Hannah West, editor of the Southern Oregon Artists Resource website and Art Presence board member to investigate, “Why Art Matters in Jacksonville.” Her well-researched article appears on page 6 and makes the case for investing in and supporting the arts in our Small Town with Big Atmosphere!

The Review is sad to report that Don Wendt passed away on January 24. Mr. Wendt was a City Councilor, publisher of the Jacksonville Nugget, founding member of the Boosters Club and husband of former Mayor Clara Wendt. Please look for a notice of memorial service on the city website at www.jacksonvilleor.us and a full obituary in the March issue of this publication.

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Art Presence Hosting Chinese-Inspired Art ExhibitsFrom February 1-24, the Art

Presence Center located on the grounds of the historic Courthouse complex, will present two very special exhibits in honor of the annual Chinese New Year celebration. Both exhibits will be open to the public starting at 11:00am on February 1 and will run for 4 weekends on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am-5:00pm.

The first exhibit is a Chinese brush painting exhibit featuring works created by the art students at Ruch Elementary School under the tutelage of local artist and instructor Anne Brooke Hawkins. Hawkins, a well-known watercolor artist, is a member of the Art Presence Board of Directors and is a major source of energy and inspiration behind the AP Center.

In addition to the Chinese brush painting exhibit, Art Presence is sponsoring a professional brush painting art demonstration on Saturday, February 16 at 11:30am at the center—following the annual Chinese New Year parade.

In keeping with the Chinese New Year theme, Art Presence also teamed-up with the Southern Oregon Chinese Cultural Association (SOCCA) to present a display of photographs of pioneer Chinese families. All photographs on display are on loan from the Southern Oregon Historical Society and were taken by famous Jacksonville pioneer photographer Peter Britt.

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1:30PM “It’s a Jungle In Here!” By popular demand, the “dragon-ladies” of Loong Mah Sing See Hui are back: their entire troupe of 30 performers are bringing their acrobatic pets to help celebrate the Year of the Snake. Tickets ($5) available at the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce.

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11:30AM-12:30PM Unfinished Journey: A treasure box of documents and a long trip home. Play history detective alongside NPR regional correspondent Tom Banse, as he retells the tale of emptied graves, embezzlement and restless souls of the remains of pioneer Chinese immigrants in Oregon.

11:30AM-12:30PM American and Chinese: perceptions and misperceptions. How the Chinese see us - how we look at the Chinese: by Dr. Anthony Hutchinson.

11:30AM-12:30PM Searching for Gold Mountain: The Chinese of Jacksonville (presentation) by historian Larry Smith at Old City Hall on Main Street.

11:30AM-1:30PM Tea House and Chinese Music Relax to a complimentary cup of tea and listen to live Chinese music played on authentic Chinese instrument, performed by Who’s Hu (Chinese Band).

11:30AM-12:30PM Moving for Better Balance (MFBB class) –Barbara Meredith (of the Rogue Valley YMCA) teaches this adaptation of the Yang-Style Short-Form Tai-Chi 太極拳.

11:30AM-1PM Acupuncture Treatment: Relieving Pain Using Needles - practicing acupuncturist Owen Jurling demonstrates 4000 year old traditional Chinese healing art with the use of needles.

11:30AM-1PM Chinese (Brush) Calligraphy 書法 - unique to Asian cultures: the ink, flexibility of brush produce an infinite variety of styles and forms and thought to reveal the character of one’s personality: taught by Fuyou Long 龍伏佑.

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12:30PM-1:30PM Seventy Thousand Firecrackers: The Story of Chinese New Year in Victorian Ashland. In 1893 it was also the ‘Year of the Snake’ and the Ashland Daily Tidings (newspaper) reported that the whole community was invited to participate. Victoria Law, founder of the Ashland Historic and Railroad Museum, will retell the tales from documented reports of this event.

12:30PM-1:30PM “The Mood and the Wind: Beyond Kung-fu” - the forms 法 and rituals 禮 of Chinese Kung-fu: it is not all fist and fury, it is philosophy and poetry in motion: demonstrated and explained by Sijo 師祖 Grand-master David Day of Shui Bing Fa 水冰法 Kempo.

12:30PM-1:30PM Chinese Astrology: The Year of the Water Snake - Ken Bendat, Chinese scholar and doctor of Chinese medicine, reveals amusing and insightful perspectives and stories.

12:30-1:30pm Asian Brush Painting by artist, Liz Shepherd, a nationally recognized poster artist will demonstrate traditional Chinese ink-brush painting.

SPECIAL EXHIBITSSelections from a collection of Antique Chinese furnishings from the Tree House Oriental Antiques, Angela Ying Liu Blackwell will answer questions.

China’s legacy of colorful folk arts and crafts. A set of 22 color photographs features the traditional handicrafts of China displayed at the Art Presence Art Center (formerly the Children’s Museum), Fri.Sun, 11AM-5PM.

Photographs of Chinese Pioneers - A selection from Jacksonville’s acclaimed horticulturist and photographer Peter Britt (1819-1905). Photos from SOCCA, Ashland Historic Railroad Museum and Southern Oregon Historical Society.

A display of property and costume from White Snake - a popular Chinese folk-tale adapted for the stage by Mary Zimmerman, debut at Oregon Shakespeare Festival earlier last year celebrates the Year of the Snake.

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Three years of promoting the arts community of southern Oregon through the Southern Oregon

Artists Resource and of Jacksonville as a board member of Art Presence and curator of the art exhibits at GoodBean Coffee have shown me that the arts bring more benefits to our communities than many realize. I’d like to share what I’ve learned about how art affects our community and hope this will rekindle an appreciation that becomes a deeper commitment to supporting the arts in Jacksonville.

The arts have been made and practiced as long as there have been humans. They are key to children’s cognitive and physiological development, and the expressions of abstract thinking, sequencing, and eye-hand coordination needed to make art prepare young minds for mastery in reading, language and mathematics. Integrating the arts into core subjects helps students achieve better understanding, learn faster and retain information longer. Creative problem-solving and collaborative skills gained through training in the arts give kids the edge they need to succeed in the new knowledge-based economy and participate in the rise of the creative class. A new emphasis on the arts in education reflects the fact that creativity has become a valued asset to employers in many industries.

Art also has proven value in healing, and we are fortunate to have some incredibly effective nonprofits putting art to work on behalf of the most vulnerable in the Rogue Valley. From children recovering from abuse and kids battling cancer to adults with cognitive challenges or contending with degenerative diseases, art therapy is providing relief from symptoms, positive self-esteem, better communication, recovery from physical and emotional trauma and open doors of opportunity. All these contribute to a healthier community.

Results from the Arts & Economic Prosperity IV™ study in June 2012 showed that economic activity generated by the arts results in $135.2 billion in total economic activity to the nation’s economy and supports 4.1 million full-time jobs. After reading the study’s results, the U.S. Conference of Mayors urged mayors across the country to invest in nonprofit arts organizations as a catalyst to generate economic impact, stimulate business

development, attract tourists and area residents to community activities, and improve the overall quality of life in America’s cities.

Additional 2011 and 2012 studies have so firmly established the contribution of the arts to the economy that government at every level has implemented programs for investments in the arts in education and nonprofit art centers, as well as entrepreneurial support for individual artists.

In Jacksonville we know cultural tourism is essential to our local economy, but it turns out that arts and cultural tourism is the fastest growing segment in the entire industry. Half of all Americans take at least one trip per year, of which 80% seek cultural or heritage opportunities; 15.4 million overseas cultural heritage travelers came to the U.S. in 2010, outpacing the

average growth of all overseas arrivals to the United States. It’s so important to the national tourism industry that new commitments to support cultural tourism have been put into place at every level of government.

Communities which embrace the arts enjoy higher property values, which are more likely to remain stable during economic recessions. Jacksonville has benefitted greatly in property values and new residents with higher average incomes in the past twenty years. When residents would rather stay than move away those property values can be sustained. Though we’ve taken a hit with everyone else, we weren’t hit as hard as many other communities and have bounced back with greater resilience than most. Southern Oregon is one of the top three regions where people moving out of state choose to relocate, and Jacksonville is one of the most desirable spots in the region. The evidence I’ve seen makes me think we have the Britt to thank for much of the gentrification we’ve enjoyed, but to sustain this we need to remain mindful of two things:

• As a city becomes more prosperous in terms of property values, artists are less likely to afford living and working there, and

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Designing art on a computer keyboard is no match for the physical process and tactile sense one gets whilst mixing a pallet full of colorful,

creamy paint and applying brush strokes to canvas. This was reason enough for artist Sarah Waldron to set forth on a new journey as a 'fine artist' and leave behind a long-standing position as a graphic designer for the food packaging industry.

The fascination with her current subject matter, water, started back in 2007. While on a walk with her dog Mica, Sarah paused to toss rocks into the river and took notice of the ripples that where created and how they would bounce off objects thus creating more ripples. This cause-and-effect became very symbolic as they reminded her of a past collector and frequent visitor of her studio. “I never got to know her that well, but was impressed with her vitality and strength.” Sarah continued, “I didn’t realize how much impact she had on so many others, until the day I received an email telling me of her passing.” Hundreds of people responded, relating stories of how she had tirelessly helped and touched their lives. The art patron and the ripple effect

connection came to fruition while preparing for an upcoming show. Shifting the focus of her paintings to the many intricacies of water, one of our most vitally important and mysterious elements. The subject matter has kept Sarah challenged for over five years now.

The tranquil feeling of water and the bright colors of her pallet make Sarah’s paintings a perfect fit to contrast the neutral colors found on hospital walls across the country. The art is much more functional in this case compared to hanging on a gallery wall. Sarah explains, “Many patients such as those with dementia and memory problems are able to find their way around the hospital halls and back to their rooms due to their ability to remember the imagery of the paintings.” Witnessing the looks of wonder as patients’ eyes moved from piece to piece, taking them to a different place away from their illness, (if even for a moment), left a lasting impression on Sarah.

She credits the book, “World Impressionism: The International Movement 1860-1920,” as a major influence in helping her painting skills progress. Within its pages she learned of the Spanish artist Sorolla, whom she describes as the master of the figure and possibly the greatest artist ever. John Singer Sargent, Chuck Close, Wayne Thiebaud, her peer artists and a trip to the Musee d’Orsay in Paris have all provided influence and

motivation throughout her career. One of the more profound adventures of Sarah’s métier would be a six-week artist residency, living and painting out of an old Abby in the bucolic French countryside of Brittany, France. Seeing firsthand how the other resident artists worked through problems and the struggles they went through was an invaluable experience, which she is eager to partake-in again.

Socializing with the local shop owners and residents that frequent

town on a daily basis gives added value to working out of her downtown Jacksonville studio. She arrives early in the morning to take advantage of the northern light that shines through the large windows. The light provides preferred natural light to work from, a first-time luxury in her painting career. Having already seen

many changes in the four years since moving here, Sarah looks forward to continued connections with her fellow artists in the Rogue Valley and being part of its growth as the art community moves to the forefront of life in Jacksonville. See more of Sarah Waldron’s work at www.sarahwaldron.com.

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Jessica climbs in full gear, while fully masked, breathing air. At 65lbs of gear, that's nearly half her body weight!

Last year, Stanfield competed, finishing the challenge along with all 25 female and most of the 1500+ male participants. At 788 feet of vertical elevation, the Columbia Center in downtown Seattle stands as the second tallest building west of the Mississippi. It takes 69 flights of stairs and 1,311 steps to reach the observation deck overlooking the city. The Scott Firefighter Stairclimb supports the mission of The Leukemia

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department fundraising, and entry fees. In 2012, this national event brought in a record $1.2 million for blood-cancer research and patient services. In order to represent Jacksonville in the event, Jessica needs our help raising a minimum donation of $150.00 by March 16th along with $350.00 of travel/motel/entry fee expenses. All proceeds go

to the leukemia and lymphoma society and are 100% tax deductible. For more information and to donate, contact firefighter Jessica Stanfield at [email protected] or 541-973-3707. Donations may

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The historic buildings that Jacksonville recently inherited from Jackson County will be

the biggest challenge facing the City over the next few years says Mayor Paul Becker, who was elected to a full four-year term in November 2012. Becker had been appointed Mayor by his fellow Councilors in January 2011 following the resignation of Mayor Bruce Garrett.

“I feel lucky. Jacksonville is one of the few towns in Oregon that has not dipped into reserves. Our budget is pretty much balanced, and we’re paying our way.

“I’m so glad that at the local level we don’t get into party politics. We’re not Democrats or Republicans. We’re dealing with the issues.”

Becker identifies the 1883 Jackson County Courthouse as one of the major issues. “The Courthouse is a major building in this Valley—it’s unique. No other building has anything like its second floor. So far we’ve had every suggestion you can think of for the property: make it a museum; move City Hall there; make it a performing arts center; make it a community center.”

He continues, “It’s no secret that I want a community center, and I hope to see the first shovel of dirt turned before my term is over. But the Courthouse has to be self-supporting. Our goal for all these buildings is to determine the desired use after going through all the possible uses and then ascertaining the costs.”

Becker describes the 1873 Beekman House as “a magnificent edifice.” However, his first reaction was “how

can we afford this?” He continues, “Now we’re figuring out how to do it, and I think there’s a good future for it.”

He considers the 1867 Beekman Bank to be in pretty good shape. "Whit Parker has put a lot of money into it, and there’s no need for any immediate change. And the historic Catholic Rectory should take care of itself. We’ll probably go on with the present arrangement with the Friends of St. Josephs—they’re doing a fantastic job.”

The City has put together a management team to look at the potential for each of the properties. It has also applied to the Ford Family Foundation for a grant to help with the decision making process. “If there are going to be any changes, we’re going to do them properly,” states Becker.

“I know there are people today who don’t care about our history, who choose to ignore our past or demean it instead of celebrating it. They’re wrong in that regard. If nothing else, we should celebrate the progress we’ve made in the course of our history."

Becker celebrates and supports both Jacksonville’s progress and history. “I’m glad to see the wine industry taking off—it brings people here from many locations. The Potrack is an example of good merchandising, good marketing, and dedication to sales. The Mercantile

is a great facility. We need more of that kind of thinking. I’d like to see the downtown merchants providing a broader variety of offerings. I’d like to see a major art gallery here. And I think we have to capitalize on our historical core. We live in a historical town. We cannot turn our back on our history!”

Becker is looking forward to the next four years. “I’ve been

worried for the past two years, and we’ve had cause to be worried. But I have a tremendously positive feeling about the things that are going to happen, and the benefits that will come to the City. Our task is to stay on top of things.

“In this modern world, citizens have learned to expect all sorts of things from their government. They are not so concerned about where those services come from. That becomes our concern in government—what makes sense financially and still provides good service.”

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Jacksonville Library FeaturesAntique Radio Collection

The Jacksonville Library will be showcasing collectible radios and advertising flyers through February 22nd. The featured pieces, from the Art Deco period, are on loan from Russ Webb's personal collection. Webb, an electronics technician—with over forty years of experience—and his wife, Sue have scoured the countryside to find these antique works of art. When unearthed, in most cases, the once-prized possessions require more than just a bit of make-up, usually a complete makeover.

Webb, with his vast background in electronics, is capable of making the grand old dames gorgeous again. He restores them to working order, sometimes even manufacturing parts that are no longer available. He is among a handful of artisans today who can restore the cabinetry and the electronics. With a painstaking eye for detail and steady hand, he takes on each laborious project

with the zeal of the kid in a candy shop. The results of his efforts, jaw dropping.

Many people share a fondness of old radios; often a nostalgic grin will creep across their faces as they describe “Grandpa’s Radio." Few radios made prior to WWII still work, and the few that do, should be serviced to keep working. Webb possesses that talent and is willing

to share it. Eventually he plans to retire and go into business repairing them. Currently, he is only able to take on a limited number of projects. Still, he has restored enough pieces from "The Golden Age of Radio" to now be the proud owner of Russ'

Old Radio Museum near Eagle Point. The display includes a selection of

radios from the 1920's to 30's—the oldest being the ERLA; the "newest" the Walton, nicknamed for the television series (1971-81) that featured it.

Do you remember 1963—only half a century ago?

• The Beatles released their first album—“Please Please Me.”

• The TV soap opera “General Hospital” debuted on ABC.

• And, a small group of dedicated “residents with foresight” formed the Jacksonville Boosters Club, which has now been serving our City for over 50 years.

On June 10th, 2013, the Jacksonville Boosters Club will hold a special celebration to mark 50 years of

contributions to the community. For growing details of the event,

please watch the Boosters website, www.jacksonvilleboosters.org.

If you’d like to join the Boosters for the celebration, please contact Kathy Garrett at 541-899-5704, or Terry Erdmann at 541-899-5574. And if you know any prior Booster Club members, whether retired or inactive, please have them contact Lori Buerk at 541-261-0328. We want to reach out and honor all prior members for their service to Jacksonville.

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The 85th presentation of the Academy Awards airs Sunday, February 24th. Mark your calendars.

This year, nine movies are nominated for Best Picture: Amour; Argo; Beasts of the Southern Wild; Django Unchained; Les Misérables; Life of Pi; Lincoln; Silver Linings Playbook; and Zero Dark Thirty. Why nine? Well, in 2009, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences broadened its top category from five candidates per year to ten, in order to give popular box office behemoths—which typically don’t garner recognition at awards time—the opportunity to compete with the critical favorites that do. Two years later, the Academy recognized that if there were only, say, eight or so pictures of extraordinary merit in a given year, they shouldn't feel obligated to search for ten. Other categories (best actor, best director, etc.) still remain at five nominees apiece.

Which film will take home the most Oscars? With Daniel Day-Lewis’s electric performance as the sixteenth president, and Steven Spielberg’s as-always impeccable directing, Lincoln initially seemed a shoo-in as movie of the year. The film received nominations in twelve categories, including best picture, lead actor, supporting actor, supporting actress, and director. But at the recent Golden Globes Award ceremony, although Day-Lewis won as expected, Spielberg and the picture itself went home statue-less—a development that may indicate which way the wind isn’t blowing.

What beat Lincoln? Was it that amazing visual feast Life of Pi (nominated for eleven Oscars) or the cinematic version of the Broadway musical Les Misérables (eight Oscar nods)? Surprisingly, neither. The Best Pic Golden Globe went to the suspense thriller Argo, while the Globes’ award for Best Director went to Ben Affleck, who starred in, produced and directed Argo. There’s a bit of irony there, seeing as you won’t find Affleck’s name on Oscar’s list of contenders for Best Director.

Of course, with nine Best Picture Oscar nominees and only five director slots, someone was bound to be slighted. Joining Affleck on the Academy’s “Liked your movie, but…” club is Zero Dark Thirty helmer Kathryn Bigelow, and Les Mis director Tom Hooper. Spielberg’s Oscar rivals for the directing prize are Ang Lee (Life of Pi), Benh Zeitlin (Beasts of the Southern Wild), Michael Haneke (Amour), and David O. Russell (Silver Linings Playbook).

As for us, your lowly local critics, we like but don’t love Lincoln. The film left us feeling intellectually stimulated, but strangely untouched on an emotional level. And we didn’t particularly like

Le Mis, with its powerful performances that were all but done in by the director’s decision to shoot close-ups so tight that we felt we were being sucked into the actors’ facial pores.

Of the nine Best Picture nominees, we adored two.

Life of Pi has a story that dances lightly around a panoply of philosophical and religious plot points without pushing us into making choices. Featuring a remarkable “performance” by a Bengal tiger that doesn’t exist, we happily proclaim this one of the most visually beautiful films of all time. And yes, it moved us. We give our Best Director nod to Ang Lee.

In retrospect, however, we probably enjoyed Argo the most. This story about sneaking Americans out of Iran as part of a movie crew—the facts of which were classified “Top Secret” by the Pentagon for years—is edge-of-your-seat entertainment. With dashes of humor and a marvelous insider nudge-in-the-ribs about Hollywood filmmaking, Argo reminds us what going to the movies is supposed to be about—two hours of breathtaking entertainment that doesn’t even allow you to think about going to the bathroom.

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I would like to thank the Jacksonville

City Council for voting to approve Resolution No.

1099, a resolution that authorizes the donation of admissions tax proceeds beyond certain fixed amounts.

It is my understanding that back in 2006, when the admissions tax was being considered, the City administrators hoped to collect from Britt Festivals approximately $60,000 a year to subsidize the Parks and Visitors fund. Since the 2006 admission tax ordinance was established, Britt Festivals has paid well in excess of $60,000 per year.

In 2006, at the time the City of Jacksonville’s City Council voted to approve the admissions tax, Britt Festivals was considered a highly successful business operation with only upside potential. However, in 2007 all of that began to change. The impacts of the economic crisis hit Britt hard with an alarming decline in both earned and contributed revenue. After 17 years of operating with a surplus of revenues exceeding expenses, the organization experienced budget shortfalls. This economic downturn saw many arts organizations run severe deficits, and Britt was no different. In addition, Britt had challenges including a new property lease with Jackson County, which involved more responsibility and investment from Britt.

We have made several organizational changes to address these challenges, and are seeing improvements. However, we still have a huge undertaking to recoup the dramatic losses suffered over the past five years.

On December 1, 2012, in the spirit of collaboration and partnership, the Jacksonville City Council voted to cap the collected admissions taxes on any organization at $65,000 in 2012 with a $1,000 per year increase for 5 years, capping out at $70,000 in 2017. Any taxes collected in excess of that cap will be donated back to the business.

The significance of this donation back to businesses cannot be understated. In today’s Jacksonville, music and wine have evolved into social and economic cornerstones upon which Jacksonville and Southern Oregon will thrive. Again, I’d like to thank and acknowledge the Jacksonville City Council for their visionary leadership.

Meet Britt’s Music Director CandidatesIn December, Britt announced the three

finalists for the position of Music Director and Conductor of the Classical Festival. Each candidate will spend a week in residence with Britt next August. While they are here, they will be leading the Britt Orchestra in rehearsals, conducting two concerts on the Hill and meeting with various members of the Britt community.

The finalists are, in no particular order, Mei-Ann Chen, Teddy Abrams and David Danzmayr. They were selected after a national search that included more than 130 applicants. The finalists were chosen by a search committee that consists of Britt Orchestra members, Britt board and staff members, and community representatives.

Mei-Ann (pronounced MAY-en) Chen is currently the Music Director of both the Memphis Symphony and the Chicago Sinfonietta. She’s been described as “one of the most dynamic young conductors in America,” and Rocky Mountain News described

her as a star in the making. She’s excited to return to Oregon this summer, as she spent five years in Portland in

her early career, where she served as Music Director of the Portland Youth Philharmonic and Assistant Conductor of the Oregon Symphony.

Teddy Abrams is receiving wide acclaim on a fast-rising career, and brings experience that belies his age. He is the Resident Conductor of the MAV Symphony Orchestra in Budapest, and Assistant Conductor of the Detroit

Symphony Orchestra. From 2008-2011, he was the Conducting Fellow and Assistant Conductor of the New World Symphony, and earned praise for his "uncommon depth and natural eloquence." Also an accomplished clarinetist, pianist and composer, he co-founded the Sixth Floor Trio.

David (pronounced DAH-vid) Danzmayr just started his post as the

Music Director of the Illinois Philharmonic in Chicago, and is already earning rave reviews. In addition, next year he will begin his post as Music Director of the ProMusica

Chamber Orchestra in Columbus, Ohio. He has a warm, expressive style, and multiple reviews have called his performances “electric.” Danzmayr will come from his native Austria, where he has been hailed as one of the most exciting and talented European conductors of his generation.

The 2013 Classical Festival concerts will run August 2-18. All three candidates are currently working with Britt on programs and guest artists, and the full schedule will be announced the evening of February 21.

Britt Tree DamageOn Monday, December 17, many of

us woke up to storm damage and Britt Festivals was not spared. Unfortunately, one of our largest ponderosa trees fell, narrowly missing the picnic tables. The tree was located at the top and center of the hill and had electrical and lighting attached. Bartlett Tree Service was able to remove the tree with little residual damage.

While we are saddened by the loss of another tree, Britt has been cautioned by area arborists that many more trees are likely to fall on our beautiful hill in the coming years. The irrigation required to keep the lawn green is having a detrimental impact on the pines because they are, quite simply, being over-watered. In addition, the amount of foot traffic on the root zones is causing significant compaction of the soil. This drastically inhibits the air movement in the soil, which contributes to suffocation of the root system. Another recent concern is the turpentine beetle activity that can cause irreparable damage to the vascular system of a tree.

Many of you remember the hill when we had far more trees than we see today. This loss of plant life on the hill is a concern of ours because the trees are a part of our Britt Experience. In the coming years, we will be committed to planting as many trees as possible, while mitigating the hazards to our existing trees. We will do this by selective thinning, deadwood removal, and root therapy. While we deal with the reality of the fact that trees have a life span too, preservation of our healthy trees will remain a priority.

Comments or questions for Britt Festivals? Email Donna at [email protected].


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Cemetery News From The Friends ofJacksonville's Historic Cemetery

From Dirk J. Siedlecki, President - FOJHCHelp Save the Ish BlockThe Friends of Jacksonville’s Historic

Cemetery have declared 2013 the year to begin a major fund raising campaign to Save the Ish Family Block and restore it and its historic contents.

The Ish Block, one of the most photographed blocks in the Jacksonville Cemetery, is located in the IOOF Section of the cemetery. It has been featured in many publications, most recently in the fall edition of “1859 Magazine.” The block is a perfect example of Victorian-era style monuments found in Oregon and one we are fortunate to have here in Jacksonville. In addition, the block is surrounded by wonderful sandstone curbing with an entrance step, urn pedestals along with beautiful iron fencing and a gate.

Jacob Ish was born in Loudoun County, Virginia. In 1860, he sold his estate and came west with his wife Eleanor and his three brothers to avoid the havoc threatened by the approaching Civil War. He purchased 320 acres about three miles from Jacksonville and started a ranch which eventually became one of the largest in Southern Oregon. The “Ish” ranch soon became known far and wide for its broad and fertile acres, sturdy stock and immaculately-maintained buildings. Jacob Ish found it extremely profitable to furnish supplies to government troops stationed at Fort Klamath and to the stage stations along the road from Grants Pass to San Francisco. He eventually became one of the largest land owners in Jackson County, with over 5,000 acres, including the site of the present Rogue Valley – Medford International Airport.

Restoration work will be a major undertaking and the largest to-date for the FOJHC, requiring professionals with the knowledge and skill to work on historic sites. Although volunteers will be able to assist with some manual labor to help keep costs down, this is going to be an expensive undertaking. A recent estimate to totally restore the block is $25,000.

The FOJHC has set aside $5,000 towards this project and is now reaching out to the extended members of the Ish family for possible assistance. Additionally, we have received over $2,000 in donations during

the past couple of weeks for the project.We will be working on other fund

raising ideas and pursuing grant opportunities but need community support to make this restoration project a reality. Please attend the fund raisers and make a donation to save this beautiful treasure in our cemetery by making a donation in the name of someone

who enjoys history, loves visiting old cemeteries, genealogy and family research, or simply to help preserve Jacksonville’s Pioneer Cemetery. Donations can be made to Friends of Jacksonville’s Historic Cemetery, P.O. Box 1541, Jacksonville, OR 97530. The FOJHC is a 501 (c) (3) Oregon non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.

FUNDRAISER TO SAVE THE ISH BLOCK - PLEASE

NOTE DATE CHANGED TO FEBRUARY 23rd!

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) will be holding an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner on Saturday, February 23, 2013 to help raise funds for this project. Dinner includes salad, garlic bread, dessert and coffee and will be served from 5:00pm until 7:30pm in the dining room of the IOOF building. (Corner of Oregon & Main Streets, next to Good Bean Coffee.) Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for children, age 12 and under. Tickets are available at the Jacksonville Visitor Information Center (next to the Post Office) and at the door. Please join us for a great community meal and help support a very important Jacksonville restoration project. The FOJHC is most appreciative of the Odd Fellows for their generosity and support of this major project in Jacksonville’s Historic Cemetery.

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CITY OFFICEMonday - Friday8:30am - 4:00pm

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CITY COUNCIL: Tuesday, February 5, 6:00pm (OCH)PLANNING COMMISSION: Wednesday, February 13, 6:00pm (OCH)CITY COUNCIL: Tuesday, February 19, 6:00pm (OCH) HARC HEARING OFFICER: Wednesday, February 20, 10:00am (OCH)HARC: Wednesday, February 27, 6pm (OCH)

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POLICE BLOTTER Jacksonville Police Department

A consolidated report based on type of calls & number of incidencesNovember 20, 2012 to January 22, 2013

Abandoned Vehicle - 2Alarm - 7Animal Complaint - 9Assault - 1Assist - Medical - 20Assist - Other Government Agency - 5Assist - Other Law Enforcement Agencies - 34Assist Public - 44City Ordinance - 16Civil - 4Criminal Mischief - 2Custody - Detox - 1Disturbance/Noise - 5Domestic Disturbance - 2Drugs - 2DWS - 1

DUII - 2Fraud - 2Harassment - 1Juvenile Problem - Larceny/Theft - 2Motor Vehicle Crash - 3Property Found - 1Restraining Order Violation - 1Subpoena Service - 1Suicide - Threats - 1Suspicious - 20Threats - 1Traffic/Roads All - 11Trespass - 2Unauthorized Entry Motor Vehicle - 1Warrant - 1

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A Few Minutes with the Mayor by Paul Becker

February is the month we celebrate

President’s Day… a misbegotten

creation wherein a Congress, seemingly beholden to the travel industry, designated Washington’s birthday to always fall on the third Monday in the month. Though a convenient three-day weekend popularly received by the public, somewhere, lost in all the proceedings, was Lincoln’s birthday, a holiday celebrated in only a handful of states. To celebrate both Presidents, on our February Movie Night at Old City Hall, we are running a 21-minute Warner Brothers tribute to “Honest Abe”… together with one of the best and historically-accurate films set in the Revolutionary War, John Ford’s DRUMS ALONG THE MOHAWK. Finally, in celebration of our nation’s history, we are showing a cartoon, again from Warner Brothers, in which Porky Pig junior learns from Uncle Sam why he should study American History. Caution… it is a flag-waving piece.

I write this because in recent months, I seem to have been drawn into conversations with people so upset about real and perceived injustices in our nation’s past they will neither respect nor salute our flag. As for our armed forces, they regard these as nothing more than instruments of murder. I remember my surprise when one such person admonished me for using the word “hero” in describing General George Patton (whose outfit I was in at the conclusion of World War 2). This same woman reacted to the Blue Angels flying over the Ashland 4th of July parade by cursing the pilots with the *f* word. I wonder what the late, great character actor Charles Durning would have said to her. When he landed on Omaha Beach on D-Day, he wound up being the only survivor in his outfit.

Earlier, I’d had the experience of being chastised by a couple who objected when I used the phrase “the good old days” while announcing a forthcoming Hopalong Cassidy and Gene Autry double-header at Old City Hall. They proclaimed our past to be nothing more than a time when women were slaves… and we used genocide against the American Indians… and we embraced slavery as a nation… and the list went on.

I was foolish enough to try to answer them by pointing out the actions others took to correct these wrongs. But this didn’t seem to matter. Instead of celebrating any progress made over the years, they deplore the past in its entirety, divorcing themselves from all that went

before while comfortable in their own assurance of what is right and proper. This kind of foolishness tears at the very fabric of our country and our identity as a people.

Of course it doesn’t help when MSNBC host Melissa Harris-Perry proclaims her “footnote for the Fourth of July” by stating, “The land on which [the Founders] formed the Union was stolen. The hands with which they built this nation were enslaved. The women who birthed the citizens of the nation are second class.

“This is the imperfect fabric of our nation. . . It’s ours, all of it. The imperialism, the genocide, the slavery.”

What a way to celebrate July 4th! A prisoner of the past, she is a slave to it. But what is so grossly wrong in this picture is that history is filled with men and women who fought to correct injustices, to solve their problems and then moved on… something today’s detractors seem unable to do.

They would do better to follow the advice I once read… remembering that “the past is a foreign country; they do things differently there… so accept your past without regret, handle your present with confidence and face your future without fear!”

This is what farmers in the Mohawk Valley in upstate New York did during the early days of the Revolution. Their story is still celebrated each year in the village of Mohawk in Herkimer County on July 4th. Mohawk is almost exactly the size of Jacksonville with a population of 2710 people. John Ford recreates their history in a film with on-location color photography so magnificent that it competed with GONE WITH THE WIND for the Oscar that year. This is your invitation to come celebrate our history, and our President’s Day, at Old City Hall on Friday, February 15th at 7:00pm.

You can even bring a flag to wave.

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City Snapshot

JACKSONVILLE CITY SCHEDULE

I am very pleased to announce

that the Jacksonville Fire Department is sponsoring a series of public community service classes throughout 2013 and am asking you to mark your calendars now and plan on attending as many as possible! The classes range from learning how to help people recover from personal struggles, to preparing for natural disasters. This year represents the second year of community classes in our ongoing effort to help all citizens become better-informed and

prepared. Classes will be held at the Fire Department on the 3rd Tuesday of each month—for more information, please call me at the department office at 541-899-7246.

Community Class ScheduleFebruary – Fire Department Services March – Hands On CPR April – What Is CERT and How It WorksMay – When to Go - When to Stay No Class June thru September Fire SeasonOctober – Fire Prevention Open House November – Home Safety for Winter December – Avoiding Cold Weather Injuries

City Council, January 8:On January 8, the first order of business

of the New Year was swearing-in Mayor Paul Becker and councilors Criss Garcia, David Jesser and Jocie Wall. The oath of office was administered by City Recorder Jan Garcia in front of a capacity crowd at Old City Hall. Immediately following the ceremony, Councilor Jim Lewis was elected Council President, enabling him to serve in the mayor’s absence.

Council unanimously approved a staff request to apply for a $5000 Ford Institute Grant to assess uses for the Historic Courthouse property the city has obtained from Jackson County. If successful, the city will then provide matching funds to perform the feasibility and capital campaign plan and studies.

City Administrator Jeff Alvis informed council that parties involved in the MRA/city land swap have been sent Adverse Impact letters and that the response deadline is February 8. In a related matter, Alvis reported the State of Oregon recently listed Jacksonville’s aging dam as its #3 hazard/repair priority.

The Mayor and Council approved appointment of the following citizens and councilors to city committees and commissions:

• Planning Commission: Alycia Edgeworth Kersey, Dianne Helmer,

Mark Thomas, James Collins, Roger Thom. Councilor Jesser will serve as Council Liaison.

• HARC - Historic Architecture Review Commission: Randall Grealish. Councilor Lewis will serve as Council Liaison.

• Budget Committee: Douglas Phillips, James Collins.

• Councilor Wall will serve as Council Liaison to the Transient Lodging Tax Committee and Parking Commission.

• Councilor Winterburn will serve as Council Liaison to the Cemetery Commission.

• Parks Committee: Bernie Croucher. Councilor Garcia will serve as Council Liaison.

• Councilor Hayes will serve as Council Liaison of the Public Safety Committee.

• Land and Buildings: Steve Casaleggio, David Britt. Mayor Becker will serve as Council Liaison.

City Council, January 22:During Public Comment, several

residents of Nunan Square expressed concern regarding a garage structure recently built at 660 N. Oregon Street is adversely impacting their properties. Questions were raised regarding building height, footprint, setbacks and whether the Planning Department followed proper procedure in noticing and approving construction. Planning Director Stevenson assured council that the department followed city codes and that no violations of procedure occurred.

After lengthy discussion of a staff recommendation to relocate the Farmers Market to 3rd Street, Council disagreed and voted to allow the market to operate on the Courthouse grounds. The 2013 Farmers Market opens Sunday, June 2.

Police Chief David Towe presented his yearly state of the department, a copy of which may be found on the city website.

City Snapshot - Cont'd. to Pg. 23

Councilors L-R: Hayes, Jesser, Garcia, Wall, Winterburne, Lewis and Mayor Becker


Chamber Chatby The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

Jacksonville residents have been planning and raising funds for an expanded Community/Cultural Center with multi-uses for all ages. We are in the advanced planning stages for facility size and amenities. We want to hear from you—your thoughts, needs, and desires for uses of the facility.

The Sampson House located beside City Hall on Main Street at 4th Street has been the site used for several years. It is about 800 square feet with two small multi-use rooms, kitchen, restroom, and detached storage room. It is currently used for small group meetings, quilters, sorting goods for the Seniors’ Club Thrift Store, and this summer for piano lessons.

The Community Center sponsors the annual Labor Day weekend 'Celebrate the Arts' three-day festival. It attracts approximately 100 fine artists and artistic crafters and 3,000 shoppers who also enjoy local lodging, eateries, shopping and tours, giving economic boost to Jacksonville. All profits from booth rentals are to support the Center’s expansion.

For years many, school-age students' parents have taken their children to out-of-town dance, voice, music, art lessons, educational tutoring, gymnastics, scouts, driver’s education, etc. Similar after-school options such as these in Jacksonville could allow children to get themselves to lessons independently, therefore saving transportation out of town. It would also encourage parents to support downtown local businesses during lessons or around pick-up times.

Infant/pre-school activities and classes

have been requested for young parents or parents-to-be.

Many adults take classes or belong to groups for book or movie reviews, educational, political, foreign language, trip planning, costume making, public speaking groups, and art studio space. Looking for a convenient space to meet? Why not Jacksonville Community/Cultural Center?

A Commercial Kitchen which meets Health Department standards to sell or serve food to the public is especially needed. Farmers’ Market participants, weddings, gatherings, meetings could use it. There is an urgent need for Food & Friends that currently serves many home delivery meals.

Several community service small groups and clubs currently use the Sampson House for their meeting space. For a larger group, the space does not suffice. Storage space could be available for supplies, boxes of maps, tee shirts, flags, baskets, tables, banners, etc. that are currently stored in personal garages or out-of-town commercial storage.

RCC or SOU extension classrooms ... Medical clinic space for immunizations...

Possibilities are endless! We want to hear from you. Tell us what you would like in a large Jacksonville Community/Cultural Center, or see the list below and mark all that interest you.

Please mail responses to Jacksonville Community Center, P.O. Box 1435, Jacksonville, OR 97430, email to [email protected] or facebook jacksonvilleoregonculturectr, or drop off at Thrift Store across from GoodBean coffee house.

Seeking Your Input: Jacksonville Community/Cultural Center

This month's “Chamber Chat” has an important focus—presenting an overview of the operation

of the “Visitor Information Center/ Chamber of Commerce.” Hopefully it will help correct some misunderstandings and align expectations. Explaining the unique and interesting partnership the Jacksonville Visitor Information Center represents begins with its history.

A History And Background—The history of the Visitor Information Center dates back to the 1970’s when the newly-formed Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce set it as a top priority. Working with the City, the Chamber was given the right to use the old Railroad Station building as an office and Visitor Information Center. The Chamber began fundraising to fix up the old unused building, created the center, used one part-time employee and volunteers and opened its doors on a limited basis.

In 1998, the state of Oregon recognized that Tourism was a major economic factor in the State and created a program encouraging communities to enact lodging taxes to support tourism marketing and visitor services. As a result, the Transient Lodging Tax was instituted in town. 50% of the proceeds were to fund visitor services and 50% was for town beautification and tourism. The City then entered into a handshake partnership with the Chamber to have the Chamber utilize the funding to continue to run the Visitors Center. That allowed a portion of the employee's hours to be used for Chamber business. It was understood that since this was originally the “Chamber Office,” that it would continue in that capacity as well as a Visitor Center, and therefore, serve dual entities.

In 2009, the agreement for managing the Visitor Information Center was formalized. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued and several entities applied, with the Chamber proposal being accepted in 2009 and renewed in 2010. The proposal provided for the Chamber to manage the Center for a certain number of specified hours and have oversight over staff. In return, the City covers expenses of the Center, limited to 50% of the Lodging Tax fund. All expenses incurred by the Center are reimbursed by the City. When the cost of operating the Center exceeds the TLT fund, the Chamber must absorb those costs. The Chamber of Commerce has in its own budget, a portion of the employee wages, as well as other Chamber business expenses, with the total financial allocation running about 80% City and 20% Chamber. From the very beginning, there has been a clear distinction between the roles of the employee for Chamber duties vs. Visitor Information Center duties.

Structure—Because of the great partnership, the Visitor Information Center/ Chamber of Commerce is an

office of mixed, but complimentary tasks and goals. The RFP designed the Center to “make the Center a centralized “go to” place for all (visitors, businesses, organizations, media, etc.) and to use as a resource for historic, visitor, music, and tour information. Taking advantage of the synergy that exists between the Chamber, its membership, and the Visitor Information Center roles, creates just such a place.

It can be difficult to keep in-mind when looking at expectations of staff, which “hat” you are expecting to respond to different needs. At times it is easy to think that the staff should be doing more on the Chamber-related side OR on the Visitor Information Center side. Both are right! Staff may be working with a travel writer visitation to set up lodging, or preparing to attend the State Governor’s Conference, and then an hour later be working with a kids group program needing assistance about the area, then send out a relocation packet to someone moving here…then switch and be sending out Chamber event announcements…help with details on Victorian Christmas or the Chamber Auction, all the while assisting visitors walking in the door!

The Chamber Board has a duty of oversight of the Visitor Center and staff performance, and yet is also responsible for the evaluation of the staff on behalf of the Chamber Membership. Even some of us on the Chamber Board lose sight at times of what is “Chamber business” vs. what staff is doing as a task for the Visitor Center. Since it is not just a Chamber of Commerce office, many of the tasks of the Chamber of Commerce must fall to the Chamber Board and its members. The Chamber shares the appropriate percentage of the employee time, space, and focus, providing an “under the same roof sharing” that enhances all aspects of our community.

Moving Forward—The Board must wear two hats as well, and it is important for the Board to understand and keep clear boundaries as to the goals and division of expectations. Sound tough? At times it can be, for staff, as well as the volunteer Board members trying to manage, and represent the Chamber membership, and communicate clearly to that membership. Moving forward as a strong team with clear understanding, expectations and goals for all of us in this community is a priority. Having everyone work on gaining a clear understanding of purposes and goals gives all of us a great base to build, change, and build on our partnerships.

The Chamber invites you to join us at our general meeting at Old City Hall at 8:30am, the second Thursday of each month. This month's meeting is February 7.

For information on the Jacksonville Chamber, please contact the Visitor Center at 185 N Oregon Street, call 541-899-8118 or visit [email protected].

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The kids were friends and ran in a pack. Working at the coffee house became an extension of their personalities and the place glowed with youthful exuberance. The boys charmed the women customers and the girls made the old men remember when, but what really rocked the house was the speed and quality of their barista craft. These kids were all lightning fast and every cappuccino, latte, and mocha was perfection. Each would hold the other accountable and lift up one another at the same time. Healthy competition brought out the best in each and the whole was greater than the individual parts of the team. You can’t teach that and the competition down the street couldn’t touch it.

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Out of 22 sectors of technology (as identified by the Milken Institute) our community is represented by 20, ten of which are at density levels exceeding national averages. Almost organically, we have an incredibly diverse technology sector springing up in Southern Oregon. I realized a few years ago that no community had established the identity of "Sustainable Valley". The strength of the diversity of our emerging technology sector, with its sustainable focus, creates a significant strategic rebranding opportunity for our region. The decline in the timber industry resulted in a continuous downward spiral of economic and social degradation ultimately leading to our community being numbered in the bottom 3% for the lowest wages in the U.S. By building on our strengths and more effectively triangulating our resources, we are reversing this downward spiral of economic and social degradation.

Rather than acclimate or simply react to the crises associated with the lingering Great Recession, we are working together to resolve our regional challenges. Sustainable Valley Technology Group (SVTG) is a grassroots (501c3) economic development initiative, which was established in 2010 to create a more prosperous regional economy. SVTG started a business accelerator to support the growth of innovative, start-up companies. Funding support comes from the State of Oregon, Jackson County, Medford Urban Renewal Agency, Meyer Memorial Trust, the Oregon Community Foundation and other foundations, agencies and businesses. We are working in partnership with Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development, Inc. (SOREDI), the Southern Oregon Angel Investment Network and other like-minded organizations and leaders to help our community realize its greater potential.

SVTG's mission is to educate business and community leaders about the challenges and opportunities created

by sustainable development in order to help our fellow citizens take better advantage of these opportunities as required to establish our region as a center for sustainable technology and business development. The vision of SVTG is to establish Southern Oregon as an internationally recognized epicenter for sustainable technology advancement and business development, and an international leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative products that will enable the world to adapt to a more sustainable way of life. Our stellar board includes Dr. Chris Maples - President of OIT, Dr. Raj Parikh - Dean of the School of Business for SOU, Jeresa Hren - VP of US Bank (and J'ville resident) and a dedicated group of committed business leaders.

Three episodes of The Green Economy TV program have been produced (co-hosted by Rogue Valley resident Don McCoy) and dedicated to telling the story of our Sustainable Valley. This program plays in markets representing approximately 30 million homes. The 2nd season premiere episode (aired in January of 2012) included a brief story of Jacksonville and a great interview with Jerry Evans, owner of the Jacksonville Inn. The first two episodes featured a strong contingent of leading technology companies, SOU and SVTG. The third installment tells the sustainable stories of Boise Cascade, PacifiCorp and Jacksonville’s Spring Air. This program will air locally at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 16th on NBC affiliate KOBI, Channel 5.

Spring Air is at the forefront of saving energy and utility dollars for their clients throughout the Rogue Valley. A combined effort of proper sizing, design and utilization of the HVAC industries best installation practices. Spring Air's "whole-home approach" to HVAC (known as Home Performance) has positioned them to be the leading award winning sustainably focused HVAC contractor in the region. Spring Air was selected to install very complex geothermal heating and cooling systems for Medford's Extreme Home Makeover project, as well as the Wounded Warrior project. Evidenced by their award of the Oregon Energy Trust's prestigious "Most Kilowatt Hours Saved, Single Family" award, Spring Air is definitely a small town company that walks their talk.

Jacksonville resident Mark VonHolle is the founder of Sustainable Valley, as well as the co-founder and founding board President of SVTG. He also serves as the immediate past Board President of SOREDI and is a board member of the Medford Chamber of Commerce. You may learn more about SVTG from their website at www.svtg.org. For further information, feel free to contact Mark via email at [email protected].


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The garden habitat is a natural hillside of towering pines behind their home. At the base of the hillside, they proudly point out their “Eco-lawn”—it’s a seed mix of English daisy, clover, alyssum, and grass that is mowed only twice yearly that offers a wonderful nature-scape. Previous owners had planted a row of peonies, iris, and daylily along the front, but Northrups' focus is on bird habitats such as burning bush, abelia, hawthorn, mountain ash, and spirea. A large Japanese maple offers a paradise for

viewing migrating birds feasting in the spring. A flurry of warblers, tanagers, and orioles, which stay to breed, are a joy and go through two pounds of grape jelly in just four days during the Oriole times!

A treasure for them has been the visit of a pygmy owl and baby last year at the pond. As I watch, 18 dove feed on the ground by a heated waterfall pond, as others bathe and drink from the year ‘round water source all birds need. Mountain chickadees, juncos, nuthatch, and titmouse flit back and forth from the large pines to the feeders. We began

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We’ve had a lot of extra rain this winter in Jacksonville and

Southern Oregon, so I thought it might be a good idea to look into the issue of landscape drainage.

Creating proper drainage in your landscape can be a great benefit to the value of your property and the safe-keeping of your home. Ensuring well-functioning drainage is absolutely the first step in protecting your house from water damage.

The good news is that it’s possible to eliminate water problems around the average home. And it may be the case that the processes and products required to achieve a dry, well-drained lot are relatively economical.

Each property and landscape design is unique, but many of the proven drainage solutions are universal. The first and most commonly used technique for drainage, which should be incorporated during the construction of a home, is positive drainage. Positive drainage utilizes a slope away from the home to promote rapid runoff. Such a slope will help avoid collecting pooled water near the home which could migrate down the soil/foundation interface. To get a bit technical for a moment, this slope should be about 3 to 5 percent within 10 feet of the foundation.

Positive drainage is extremely important in minimizing soil-related foundation problems. Occasionally, when homeowners construct berms for flowerbed areas, they create a dam between the berm and the foundation, preventing the surface water from draining away from the structure. While this condition may be visually appealing (raised flowerbeds), it can be the cause of foundation damage.

While positive drainage should be integrated into the construction of a home by its builder, it’s important to remember that it should be maintained during the useful

life of your home. If you don’t have positive and even drainage away from your home, this could be a contributing cause of water damage in your home.

Another drainage solution to consider is the installation of French drains—the name doesn’t come from the country. It’s from Henry French, a judge and farmer in Concord, Massachusetts, who promoted the idea in an 1859 book about farm drainage. French made his drains with clay tiles, but installers today usually use 4-inch-diameter plastic pipes. The basic concept behind a French drain is that water always flows downhill, and by the easiest route possible. A French drain may be as simple a design as a slightly-sloped trench filled with round gravel and perforated pipe that’s used to divert underground water away from your house.

French drains work by providing an easy channel for water to flow. Surface and subsurface water runs through the spaces between the round gravel and into the perforated pipe at the bottom of the trench. Water then travels freely through the pipe, which empties a safe distance from the house. Depending on the situation, the water can be diverted to a low-lying area of the property, a drainage ditch, a dry well, or the street. If you live on a slope and have a persistently wet basement or soggy lawn, a French drain could be a great solution.

As I said earlier, each property is unique and would likely benefit from the opinion and expertise of a professional. But remember that drainage is just like all problems in life: once you’ve identified it, all that’s left is to apply the proper solution.

Why it’s Good to Be High and Dry

Many Jacksonville residents who’ve moved here from warmer winter climates don’t always realize the importance of winterizing their homes. Now that the leaves have fallen and snow and rain have returned to Southern Oregon, this is a good time to protect your home with these 6 tips:

1. Prevent Plumbing Freezes—Disconnect and drain your garden hoses. Most frozen pipes are a result of a failure to disconnect hoses or turn off shut-off valves to landscaping and other supply lines. Insulate any exposed plumbing pipes by using Styrofoam covers and insulating material.

2. Heating System—By now, you have turned on the furnace – be sure to change the furnace filters often. If you have a monitor heater, make sure you have sufficient heating fuel and do not allow oil to run low—you run the risk of running-out and then facing freezing pipes.

3. Fireplaces—If your home has a fireplace, be sure the chimney is clean and ready for use before lighting any fires! Inspect the flue to make sure it opens and then closes properly to eliminate drafts when not in use.

4. Window Air-Conditioners—You should not have any air conditioners in the windows. If you do, remove them

and replace the windows in their proper positions.5. roof and Gutters—Check your roof for loose or

broken shingles and be sure your gutters have been cleaned and are free of leaves, sticks and debris to insure proper drainage.

6. Smoke Detectors, Fire extinguishers and Carbon Monoxide Detectors—Test your detectors to make sure they work. Replace batteries if needed and keep spare batteries in the house. If you can’t safely reach a smoke detector to inspect or change the batteries, the Jacksonville Fire Department will gladly come out and help!

7. keep Pipes Warm—When you leave your house for extended periods of time, make sure you leave your thermostat at 55 degrees to keep all the water pipes in the house from freezing. If you have exposed pipes inside and/or under cabinets, leave cabinet doors cracked open to allow warmer air to circulate and prevent freezing.

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After the first week, it seemed every day the conversations during the ride to and from school were dominated by who “likes” who, who’s “dating” who and who just broke-up with whom. It didn’t take long for me to realize the turnover rate for “liking” or “dating” for the modern day middle-schooler is akin to the turnover rate at a fast food restaurant. This seemed so different from my day; although, I do recall flip-flopping on a weekly basis between Kirk Cameron and Leonardo diCaprio.

At first, I choose to stay on the sidelines of these conversations. As they progressed I began asking questions and interjecting insightful, parental thoughts and ideas on the subject: “What does it mean to date?” and “If you can’t drive or pay for dinner and a movie, then why date?” Then my son invited a friend over and there was a situation that called for a full-on intervention...

The boys were laughing and giggling as they sat on the couch texting back and forth with the girl his friend was currently “dating.” Suddenly, the giggles and laughter transitioned into loud bellowing. I asked, “What’s going on?” The friend tells me his “girlfriend” just told him, (in a text), that she loves him. Now, we can discuss the absence of boundaries and the over-abundance of inappropriate sharing that social media and texting has provided our younger generation, but that’s a topic for a different column; this one is about love.

My mommy cackles shot straight up! “OK Boys! Get over here!” I called them up to the kitchen table, pulled the brownies I was baking out of the oven and poured 3 large glasses of ice cold milk; June Clever couldn’t have done it better! I asked, “So what are you going to tell her?” The friend replied, “I don’t know. I’m afraid if I don’t say it back she won’t like me anymore.” Time to implement a life lesson!

I told them that the Indo-Aryan language, Sanskrit, has almost 100 different words to describe love; this concept was over their heads so I had to take a step back. I explained, “When you say ‘I LOVE when the Ducks

annihilate USC’ or ‘I LOVE pizza’ is that the same kind of love you have for your mom, dad, or grandparents?” They both sat there for a moment looking dumbfounded; which is pretty typical these days. Eventually,

they got it; which, in contrast, doesn’t always happen these days. However, the friend was still confused as to how he should reply, “So, what, am I like, supposed to say ‘I really, really like you a whole lot’ or something?” I happily replied, “YES! Or, tell her she is very special to you.”

Unfortunately, our English dialect is lacking love language. The “L” word has many different levels of depth and meaning for all of us. Parents, help clarify this for your adolescent children. Love is a blessing, it is special and magical. It is not complicated, it does not judge, it does not hold grudges and above all it is not conditional. Love should be reserved for the most cherished relationships because everything else pales in comparison.

The Friend’s Relationship Update: He did tell her she was very special and he liked her a lot; however, they broke-up three days later because he started “really, really liking” someone else.

Ruch School Community k-8 is committed to helping children attain academic success by supporting positive family relationships and community partnerships. Over the last few weeks dedicated staff and volunteers have been busy aligning students and curriculum with community partners and local professionals in an effort to serve the needs of the community and increase academic success through a variety of place-based-learning opportunities. The amount of interest, support and commitment has been overwhelming; just keep reading…

Programs/events that are currently underway include:Sanctuary One Partnership: 7-8th graders provide

animal care, assist with maintenance and soil management on the farm 2 hours per week. Students learn how plants and animals obtain energy and materials for growth and metabolism. They do scientific research, write informative essays and creative stories about their experiences to satisfy the OR State Science and Language Arts requirements.

Art in Curriculum with Natalie Chomyk-Daniels: Art is incorporated into daily lesson plans for grades K-6th and 7-8th graders are learning Cartooning in an Art Enrichment class.

Family Resource Center: Is available for family support, resource information, advocacy and referrals. Fridays 8:00am-12:00pm and by appointment Monday-Thursday.

Applegate Fire District #9 - living in Fire Country & Defensible Space Community Stewardship: Students learn about fire safety, danger, science and how plants and animals react to fire. They work alongside volunteers as they establish a defensible space around Ruch School with fire deterring landscaping and plants.

Master Gardeners: Students/community members will cultivate a fruit & vegetable garden which will promote team building and healthy living. The produce collected will be used to prepare student meals and be available for community collection through the Ruch School ACCESS Food Bank.

The Maslow Project: Students spend 3-6 hours per month sorting and organizing clothes for Jessica’s Closet and stocking shelves in the food pantry; students learn that addressing the needs of their community is part of being a responsible citizen.

February 1st-24th: Visit the Art Presence Exhibit to view the 7-8th grade Haiku on Water Color pieces; enrichment class taught by local artist by Anne Brooke. See article on page 4.

Saturday, February 16, 2013—A BiG Cougar day: Watch the Cougars share their pride and art in the Jacksonville Chinese New Year Parade; many will also be honoring Alyssa Watson in the 5K & Half Marathon Memorial run at Fleming Park in Rogue River. Later that night, many Cougars and community supporters will be doing the Safety Dance at the 80’s Don’t Stop Believing Prom. The 80’s Prom is an adult only event focused on raising money to send Ruch students on their annual Washington DC trip. Tickets are $25/person, which include a 4x6 photo, and appetizers, (which will be, like, TOTALLY awesome!).

Save the Date - Ruch Community Festival - Saturday March 9, 2013; 11:00am-3:00pm:

Everyone is invited to the Ruch School Community K-8 campus to meet and mingle with our school staff, students, volunteers and community partners. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Ruch Community School plan and all the wonderful place-based-learning programs students are currently engaged in or the opportunities ahead. Enjoy food, live entertainment and lots of fun activities for children and adults.

For more information on academics, programs, partnering or events, please call Ruch School: 541-842-3850 or Ruch School Community Coordinator, Michelle Hensman at 541-306-0668.

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luis Ayala, a senior at South Medford High School, was honored as Student of the Month for November by the Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville.

Luis is the son of Antonia Ayala, and carries a 4.0 grade point average. He is enrolled in all Honors and AP courses which have included a heavy dose of math and pre-calculus and statistics, and also chemistry, biology and physical science. In addition, he has two years of French, US history and Digital Media.

He is involved in many school activities such as Torch Honor Society, Link Leader, and the Sparrow Club. His sports activities include soccer, wrestling and tennis. He also volunteered at Kids Unlimited for three years, receiving the Kyle Singler Hard Working Award for his community service and scholastic achievements. He was a finalist of the 2012 Questbridge National College Match.

His goals are to graduate with a 4.0 GPA and go to either Oregon State University, Seattle Pacific, or Bowdoin College, and to become an optometrist. He would like to give back to his community by giving free eye clinics to

needy folks with eye sight problems in the Valley.

He feels fortunate to have come in contact with some amazing people who have greatly influenced his life. His mother stands out as the one who has worked hard always to provide for her family, and he tries his best at everything he does to make her proud.

For further information, please contact Dave Wilson at 541-899-1934 or [email protected].

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Kiwanis Honors DecemberStudent of the Month

For the month of December, the Jacksonville Kiwanis honored Rafael Meza Solorio as Student of the Month. Rafael is a junior at South Medford High School and is a most industrious student. His parents are Anna Maria and Rafael Solorio of Medford.

He has taken several Advanced Placement courses including Calculus, Statistics, English & Composition, French 3/4, Spanish 4/5, German, and Honors Chemistry.

His activities include Kiwanis Key Club, Speech & Debate, and Relay for Life. His athletic skills are directed in Track & Field, where he specializes in throwing the javelin.

His goals include attending MIT to earn a doctorate in physics and a masters in computer engineering. He would like one day to work at the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland.

He feels that he is a quick learner with a passion for the sciences; however he does find it more difficult to focus on subjects that do not pique his interests.

For further information, contact Dave Wilson at 541- 899-1934, e-mail: [email protected].

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The New Year is off to a great start at Jacksonville

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The community is encouraged to attend our annual Science Fair, which will be held on Tuesday, January 29th. The science projects will be on display from 6:00-8:00pm in the school gymnasium. Come check it out!

Our school Talent Show is also an evening of fun and excitement. It will be held on Friday, February 15th at 6:30pm. Admission is free and food can be purchased as early as 6:00pm and will only be served until the show starts.

In addition, the Jacksonville Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is planning a new community event this year. It will be a bingo/silent auction night on Friday, March 1st. Come enjoy an evening of fun, food and bingo! Auction items are being gathered and will

include such items as four 1-day park-hopper passes to Disneyland! Monies raised through such PTO events help support our school wide art program & show, educational field trips, onsite visits

such as OMSI, the Writer’s Workshop and Festival, classroom support funds, the media center, The Playground Project and many more events for the benefit of our students and school. A donation to our event not only supports the educational experience of our youth, but will give your business positive exposure to a diverse and appreciative market. We strongly encourage our families to support those who help support us. Your donation is tax deductible and we can provide you with a donation receipt. Please contact Carrie Robertson at 541-842-3790 (school phone #—to leave a message for her) if you are interested in making a donation to our newest Jacksonville Elementary School PTO event.

We look forward to seeing members of our community at many of our upcoming events!

Council unanimously voted to cancel a Feb. 19 study session on the GMO issue since Jackson County has placed the issue on the May election ballot.

City Planner Stevenson presented council with an updated department fee schedule calling for lower fees in several categories including sign, fence and tree removal permits.

Council approved a request to place

barricades and directional signs on 5th Street and others in support of Chinese New Year, despite objections from Planner Stevenson that such action is incongruent with city ordinances.

Administrator Alvis noted that Owen Jurling will serve as Planning Commission Chair and that current chair Nathan Broom, who asked to step down from the lead post, will remain on the commission.

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What causes a heart attack, and how can you prevent one? The

American Heart Association devotes February to heart health education and I have been asked to write on this topic.

Heart disease is the most likely thing to kill all of us. The heart will pump approximately 2 billion times

by age 65. Valves can wear out, coronary arteries can block up, the electrical system can short out, the pump can become weak or stiff—and how we live can greatly affect the heart’s future performance.

Heart attacks (i.e. myocardial infarction) occur when atherosclerotic plaque builds up in the coronary arteries and blocks blood flow to a portion of the heart muscle. This plaque can sometimes change abruptly and cause severe or complete blockage in a coronary artery, leading to heart damage or malfunction.

The top culprits for atherosclerosis (i.e. plaque) include smoking and diabetes, followed by high blood pressure and high cholesterol. All four of these are things we can do something about to reduce our risk. The triad of unhealthy food choices (e.g. fried food, sausage biscuits and gravy, ice cream, bacon, etc.), too much food, and a physically inactive lifestyle lead to obesity which in turn leads to high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, atrial fibrillation, and joint pain of the back, knees, and hips.

The best medicine is exercising regularly, not smoking, and eating fresh, home-cooked meals. There is real benefit in simply walking 20-30 minutes each day. If you can cook for yourself using good healthy ingredients, you’re probably better off. It’s the prepackaged or processed foods that tend to get us into trouble. I recommend the American Heart Association’s cookbook as a good starting tool.

In addition to lifestyle factors, aging and genetics can increase your risk of having a heart attack. If an immediate family member (mother, father, sibling) had premature heart disease—younger than 55 for men, or younger than 65 for women—then you are more likely to develop it as well, and you should see your doctor regularly to check your heart health.

If you or someone you know experiences a heart attack, doing the right thing quickly can make all the difference. Call 9-1-1—that is your best option thanks to the heart attack program in Southern Oregon known as ASSET where paramedics can identify heart attacks in the field and bring patients directly to Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center which is the region’s major cardiac hospital. Thanks to the ASSET program, heart attack survival rates in Southern Oregon are among the best in the nation.

If the person becomes unconscious before help arrives, the American Heart Association now recommends a new hands-only CPR method, which can double a person’s chances of survival. Visit www.handsonlycpr.org to learn more.

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To alleviate these problems, you should first have a comprehensive eye exam to rule out vision problems and update your eyeglass prescription. Your doctor may recommend a separate pair of eyeglasses customized for use at the computer.

How are computer glasses different than your regular glasses? They are designed so that the majority of the lens contains your intermediate prescription to focus about arm's length away, or the distance to your computer. If you have a progressive lens now, the intermediate focus is a small area below center that requires you to constantly lift your chin to see the computer. This posture can contribute to neck, shoulder and back pain.

Additionally, with a progressive you must constantly move your head left and right because of the narrow field of vision. Customized computer glasses give you a wide field of vision straight ahead for computer viewing. They may also have a bifocal in the bottom of the lens for close up reading.

While over-the-counter readers may be helpful, they are not the best option for most people. Only prescription glasses will correct astigmatism and compensate for the difference in power between the right eye and the left eye.

Prior to your eye exam, sit at your computer and measure the distance from your eyes to the computer screen. Take this measurement with you to your exam so your doctor can give you the optimal prescription for that distance.

For maximum viewing comfort, the lenses of your computer glasses should include anti-reflective coating. Sometimes called anti-glare treatment, anti-reflective (AR) coatings eliminate reflections of light from the front and back surfaces of your lenses that can cause eye strain.

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Joyfull Living by Louise Lavergne

JoyFull Yoga celebrates 7 yearsof Wellness in Jacksonville.

JoyFull Yoga studio started 7 years ago. It

has now evolved into its own branch of yoga. I never had the intention to create a new approach to yoga. There are so many wonderful forms already out there yet students comment over and over how transformative JoyFull yoga is for them in so many ways. Even those who were attached to other forms of Hatha yoga, shared with me, after taking several JoyFull yoga classes, “I just don’t have the same lasting feeling from my regular yoga class that I experience after JoyFull Yoga.” It’s not to say that JoyFull Yoga is better, it just offers an accessible way of integrating yoga with a powerful blend of holistic self-healing techniques. It offers a lasting effect on our overall sense of well-being. I’ve been teaching yoga and various holistic therapies for 30 years. I know what works and why. For years I have been asked to share how to teach the form of my classes. Last year a small group of students embarked on the first JoyFull Yoga Mentoring Teacher Training Program.

The Science behind some of the elements of JoyFull Yoga:

• Rhythmic movements promote physical flexibility, build vitality and endurance, activate the glandular system and heal the nervous system.

• Mantras or sound currents regulate the breath and vibrate the bones to stimulate the glands and support the immune system. Meridian points are stimulated to activate, balance and improve brain, organ and gland function.

• Focused breathing expands lung capacity to increase oxygenated blood flow, which bathes the organs and improves blood pressure.

• Movement and hand gestures (mudras) target meridians of the body, stimulating acupressure points. This allows the energy to move and activate a flow of prana or life-force to heal and strengthen the mind, body and spirit.

This balance of yoga poses, meditations, movement, sound and pressure points, harmonizes the body, mind and spirit,

leaving the practitioner feeling energized, balanced, centered and Joy-Full.

Some of the unique components of a JoyFull Yoga class include:

JoyFull Chi-balancing SalutationThis series of fluid movements with

breath, enhance the magnetic field. It activates the meridians in the body to increase the flow of prana or life force within. Wonderful on its own, but towards the end of class it helps integrate and enhance the benefits of the practice.

Dynamic Movement MeditationSupports the flow of energy and

stimulates the lymphatic system which cleanses the physical body, moving

toxins and debris. Sound and movements together strengthen the brain; the cardio vascular aspects strengthen the heart. It prepares the body for a deep healing relaxation.

Science is proving that our heart is the main intelligence center of the body. The practice of

JoyFull Yoga opens our heart to connect with its wisdom. It connects us to the Truth and the Love in our hearts. It helps us cultivate an attitude of gratitude that becomes a magnet at the core of our being to attract more of what we want and allow more Light, Peace and Love to come into our life. As stress dissolves and serotonin is released, there is a shift in mood and a feeling of well-being and positive emotion. When the movement of energy is intentionally regulated in this way, it enables the heart to regulate its flow of energy, forming a coherent, harmonious order. This in turn enhances health and psycho-social well-being. In effect, we carry this heightened vibration of love and joy to all those around us. This is how peace begins—one person at a time.

JoyFull Yoga is a tool to help us thrive, to expand consciousness and activate our passion and creativity to live the best life we can. Step into your radiance and be empowered now.

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If antiquing is a new passion or you’ve been doing it forever, there’s always something new to be aware

of, especially in this day and age. It doesn’t matter if you inherited items from a friend or relative or discovered treasure at a yard sale, chances are you’ll want to know what they’re worth. Television shows like “American Pickers” and “Antiques Roadshow” have piqued a lot of interest in antiques and collectibles, making antiquing more popular than ever. And, you never know what you have in your closets or stashed in the attic and just may have something worth a lot of money!

If antiquing on a regular basis, I suggest purchasing Kovels Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2013. Priced at $27.95, it’s worth the price alone for the hints they publish. Interestingly, many items once thought worth little are worth far more today, and visa-versa. As a professional who’s been in the collecting business for 25+ years, I use Kovels (and their website) on a daily basis and highly recommend both to anyone with a serious interest in antiques.

Whether here in Jacksonville or anywhere, a key to establishing and/or protecting the value for your treasures is to develop a relationship with your local antique store owner… now. This is especially true if you expect to inherit or bequeath anything of value, be it a lone item or full collection. An antiques professional will be an asset when the time comes to establish value for resale or insurance purposes and when it’s time to appraise one of your antiquing “finds!”

To assist those receiving items from your estate, whether it’s a collection of stamps, coins or a single piece of silverware, art, or furniture, start thinking about your estate planning sooner rather than later.

I suggest marking items you’ll be leaving to others ahead of time—simply mark a small, non-stick label with their name or initials and then reference it in your will. Or, take photos of what you are bequeathing and store them on a single digital memory stick and then cross-reference the items in your will. This task will save your heirs a lot of work, and believe me, the advance work on your part will be appreciated by them at a difficult time. Another good reason to keep photos of your valuables in a safe deposit box is for insurance purposes.

If you have any questions about your antiques or collectibles, I am here to help! Please contact me at Sterling Creek Antiques in the historic Orth Building below LaFiesta Restaurant, 150 S. Oregon Street in downtown Jacksonville. 541-702-2224 or email [email protected].

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Tax Tips You Can Useby Kathleen Crawford & Angela Clague, Enrolled Agents

As we begin 2013, we find changes in the tax world. The big change that affects all wage earners is that

paychecks will be less in 2013. Congress passed a law allowing a temporary decrease of employee contributions to social security, in 2011 and 2012. This was to stimulate the economy by giving people 2% more in their paychecks each payday. That temporary measure has expired, so we are all back to the old standard rates. The change affects wage earners directly. Self-employed people are affected indirectly in that they need to increase their estimates because the S/E tax will be higher on their 2013 returns.

As happens each year, the IRS issues the mileage rates for the new year. The rate for business miles in 2013 is 56.5 cents. The change that has happened is that the IRS is telling taxpayers what portion of the mileage rate is due to depreciation. The reason for this is that the IRS expects the depreciation to be recaptured when a car used for business is sold or traded, even a vehicle where mileage has been taken, but no direct depreciation. This requirement has been on the books before now, but recently the IRS has made the amounts to be used explicit. The mileage rate for moving and medical miles is 24 cents for 2013. This

rate is only for fuel so no depreciation is involved. The rate for charity miles is unchanged at 14 cents per mile, set by Congress directly.

Some things that never change are the people who hurt others for pieces of silver. Many scams involve emails that appear to be from the IRS. To be clear: The IRS will never send an email to a taxpayer. Never send an email. Never email. NEVER. Many scam artists are sending emails that look like they are from the IRS to try to get money or personal information by appealing to people’s fear of IRS and taxes owed or to people’s greed for surprise refunds. The IRS has asked tax preparers to let their clients know that the IRS NEVER sends emails. NEVER Do not let the scammers get you—do not open any email from the “IRS” because the IRS NeveR sends emails. Tell your friends and family.

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I had a boyfriend in college who knew from his first breath that he wanted to be a lawyer. I was hugely envious

of this: he was so directed, his course so clear. I had no idea what I wanted to do, or who I was. This boyfriend used to say that I had a lot of stars in my heaven, a poetic way of expressing what he saw as my many possibilities.

The trouble with having a heaven full of stars is that it’s hard to know which way you ought to go. The field of pure potentiality is huge. Lacking a clear vision I traveled from one star to the next, seeking I didn’t know what. For years I searched, along the way gathering a number of lovely stars—motherhood and a psychology degree chief among them—but something was still missing.

I spent years searching. I wrote thousands of journal pages pondering my purpose. (You will, dear reader, undoubtedly see the obvious but, alas, I did not.) I was frustrated and wondered how someone so diligent and with so much psychological awareness could be so lost. A few times I gave up and tried to be content with what was, by all accounts, a very nice life. But as wonderful as being a mother and psychotherapist were, there was something more and I knew it.

Then one fall day I went to place an ad in the paper and the editor, whom I’d never met, spontaneously asked if I’d like to write a column. It bears mentioning that I did not consider myself a writer, nor did I offer myself as one, and yet without even thinking about it I said

“Yes!” The excitement I felt as I walked home told me that I’d stumbled into something important. And as I wrote I experienced something that I’d heard about but never felt: the sense of losing track of time, of slipping into a powerful stream,

of being caught up and carried by something bigger than myself, something numinous.

Purpose can be right in front of you, but you must be ready for it. Conditions must be right. In fact, the process of searching for your star is itself part of the preparation: the tempering of time and circumstance readies us

to receive and inhabit our purpose. The patience and faith this requires is great and unavoidable. Timing is everything.

Your life has a purpose, perhaps several. There are things you were born to do, things beyond base necessities and egotistical desires. Your purpose is a higher calling. It may or may not be connected to career. It may or may not make money or be considered grand by worldly standards but it will, most assuredly, take you out of your small, selfish concerns and use you in the service of something larger. The journey to purpose is not an easy one: if it were, everyone would do it. But as a long-time seeker I can tell you this: being used never felt so good.

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How do I know my pet is overweight you ask? Let me help you out. If your

pet is commonly confused as the living room ottoman, your pet is probably overweight! If the only way your kitchen floor gets mopped is by leash walking your belly dragging dog, your pet is probably overweight! So obviously, these examples are the extreme and there are many animals that fit somewhere in-between. In reality, your pet should have a nice hourglass figure. The chest should be broad and then taper back to a nice trim waist. You should also be able to easily feel their ribs when lightly running your hand over the chest.

Now that we have established that your pet might be overweight, what can be done about it? Of course, a visit to your veterinarian can be very insightful when developing a weight loss plan. Here are some of the things that might be discussed. First, I would evaluate what the dog or cat eats. I always recommend a premium diet, such as Science Diet, Eukanuba, Royal Canin, or Nutro Natural Choice. However, a pet that is overweight may require a prescription diet to get the weight off more efficiently. Not only is what they eat important, the quantity is also critical. A common mistake that can quickly lead to weight gain is free feeding. All animals should be fed measured amounts, not just offered a free choice buffet! Secondly, I would evaluate what kind and how many treats the animal is getting each day. Most treats purchased at the store (milk bones, peanut butter treats, etc) are equivalent to a mini snickers bar… lots of added sugar and salt (unnecessary calories) to make them taste good, but no

nutritional value. For example, a common treat called a “Beggin’ Strip has about 95 calories. Not too bad, right? However, if you have a healthy 13lb. small breed dog, their daily requirement is somewhere around 250 calories. So, one full strip is about 40% of their daily requirement! Yikes!! Another great comparison is cheese, a common treat of choice. If a 20 pound dog is given a 1 ounce piece of cheddar cheese that is the

caloric equivalent to you eating 2.5 hamburgers! I recommend trying carrots and apples as a treat source. They are sweet and animals usually love them! One full cup of raw carrots (or ½ cup cooked carrots) only has 25 calories. Quite a difference!

As we all know, diet is not the only component to weight loss, exercise should also play an integral role. Not only is it beneficial for weight loss, but it is great for mental stimulus. For dogs, a nice walk or some time chasing a ball in the back yard can be adequate.

For cats, play time with a laser pointer or similar toy can help get them up and moving around.

Remember, overweight and obese animals are at a greater risk for heart disease, joint pain and arthritis, diabetes, and many other diseases. Again, a visit to your veterinarian can provide a lot of guidance for a weight loss plan. In the meantime, put that cookie down, hook on a leash, bundle up and head out for a nice walk around the block. It will be good for you and your loving pet!

•1 ounce of cheddar cheese = 2.5 hamburgers or 1.5 chocolate bars•1 cup of milk for 10 lb cat = 4.5 hamburgers or 5 chocolate bars for a person •1 small oatmeal cookie for 20 lb dog = 1 hamburger or 1 chocolate bar•1 ounce of cheese for 10 lb cat = 3.5 hamburgers or 4 choc bars•1 hot dog for 20 lb dog = 3 hamburgers or 2 chocolate bars•1 potato chip for 10 lb cat = ½ hamburger or ½ chocolate bar

Hello—and Happy belated New Year!! I hope all of my

human and furry friends had great Holidays.

So—you may know some “close talkers.” Well, I am a

“close walker.” I like to be very close and cozy with my peeps. Often, when going for a walk, I will be so close to either Mom or Dad’s heels that my nose is practically up their coats! I’m not sure why I do this…perhaps an insecurity of some sort?

I like to be close in other ways too. If my Mom sits on the floor to watch TV, I will scoot backwards (yes, my bum is in her face at this point), then sit in her lap. She doesn’t always appreciate this show of affection, as I pretty much block the TV from her view. If she gets upset at this, I simply get up, then walk around her, come close to her side, and plop down fully on her lap—with my bony elbows going down first! I figure this will make her happy, as I am not blocking her view, but she still can get a little upset…humans. Funny though—I always get rubbed and petted no matter what!

At night, when my folks are getting ready to turn in, I

serve as their bed-warmer. I jump on their bed to make a nice cozy spot for myself. Dad gets in and gives me a good cuddle, then Mom. Next—it’s is the weirdest thing, they make me get off the bed—and go to my own on the floor…what’s with that? Now I know that other parents let their dogs (and C.A.T.s) sleep with them ON the bed ALL night. My parents get irritated because I move around a lot, and will always want to get down in

the middle of the night. Because it’s so dark in the room, I can’t jump down without the light being turned on—so this apparently disrupts their precious sleep. Whatever!

If any of my four-legged readers have

some stories of their own to tell, please email them (with photos if possible) to [email protected]. Guest writers are always fun! And—have a great February in our Small Town with Big Atmosphere!

• Mayor Paul Becker• Donna Briggs• Bob Budesa• Robert Casserly• Angela Clague• Kathleen Crawford• Dr. Julie Danielson• Dr. Kent Dauterman• Paula & Terry Erdmann• Christi Fairbanks• Graham Farran• Kay Faught

• Joelle Graves• Randall Grealish• Westi Haughey• Adam Haynes• Michelle Hensman• Tony Hess• Fire Chief Devin Hull• Kate Ingram• Michael Kell• Carolyn Kingsnorth• Louise Lavergne• Dr. Tami Rogers

• Pamela Sasseen• Dirk Siedlecki• Kathy Tiller• Mark VonHolle• Hannah West• Jeanena Whitewilson• Dave Wilson• David Works

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Sanctuary One at Double Oak Farmby Westi Haughey

On a rainy October morning in 2011, I found myself driving under the archway of

Sanctuary One at Double Oak Farm. An advertisement for this nonprofit care farm in the Applegate Valley had piqued my interest months earlier as I explored local opportunities for my family. Not only did I know my kids would love any chance to get their boots muddy and visit farm animals, but I wanted to know exactly what a care farm was.

Driving in, we could see beautiful pastures flanking either side of the driveway with pigs, horses, goats, sheep, llamas, mules, ducks and geese, all serenely integrated together. Despite the ever-larger rain drops falling overhead, Sansa Collins, the animal care manager at Sanctuary One, greeted us with a big smile (rain and mud are just business-as-usual at the farm) and explained that a care farm was not just a place to nurture animals, but also to heal people and the planet.

As we met the enormous, and surprisingly intelligent pigs, and petted a beautiful white Charolais cow, Sansa explained how the rescued animals are healed in these idyllic accommodations as the people who work with them gain

therapeutic relief. Working with animals and gardening have been shown to lower blood pressure, ease depression and reduce stress. As we crouched in the 100-year-old barn petting sweet barn cats lazing on hay bales, Sansa described the wide variety of people who share in the Sanctuary’s operations, including veterans, at-risk youth, interns, volunteers and service-learning groups. Clearly “care” was not a one-way road, but the full circle existence of this farm.

Healing the earth is another critical component of this care farm’s mission. Heading up the hill under the wise old oak trees for which the 55-acre Double Oak Farm is named, we discovered

vegetable beds full of sheet mulching awaiting Spring’s plantings. The new, experimental garden would be filled with tomatoes, pumpkins, corn, green beans and other earthly delights. But for now

each wet bed was silently working its Winter magic, turning into rich soil.

While I was interested in learning more about the garden, my kids were eager to greet the dogs who had been watching us from their large yard, tails wagging wildly. The dog and cat cottages—no dreary kennels here—house sweet four-legged friends, some senior, others with special needs, but all loving and eager to find forever homes.

However, not all animals will ever be ready for adoption, and others may have special needs that make adoption unlikely. The Sanctuary does not euthanize those animals; instead they are lovingly cared for and live out their years in this peaceful oasis. Indeed, that looked like it could be the case for Meshach, a cat who had allegedly been set on fire and suffered severe burns, or Boo, the cat missing a foot who we met next in the cat cottage. Despite some heart wrenching stories, Boo,

Meshach, and the other felines were extremely affectionate and right at home in this kitty haven. The cottage offers high perches, tree trunks to climb, sunny windowsills to bask in, and chairs to curl up on—a cat’s fantasyland missing only a warm basket of clean laundry.

Back home, while we were taking off our coats and reflecting on the things we had learned at the farm that day, I knew I would return to the Sanctuary. One year

later I can be found volunteering at the Sanctuary every month. New additions have come since my first visit, including an adobe-like straw bale chicken coop, rock labyrinth, and luscious flower garden, to name a few. Meshach, Boo and countless others have found their forever companions. I have watched schoolchildren’s eyes light up on tours, built “jungle-gyms” for the chickens and learned natural horsemanship techniques. Sanctuary One has brought so much to my life, and I know it can provide for yours as well.

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Trail Talkby Tony Hess and Bob Budesa

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles focusing on Jacksonville’s expansive trail system in the Jacksonville Woodlands (JW) and Forest Park (FP). The authors hope it will inspire and motivate, as well as educate and inform trail users about what’s happening out on the trails. A hard copy map of the JW and FP trails can be found at the Information Booth next to the Post Office, online at www.jvwoodlands.org and on the digital information kiosk in the lobby of the Beekman Bank at California & 3rd. Log on today to www.jvwoodlands.org and discover an abundance of information related to the history and development of the JW trail system.

In a nutshell, both trail systems were initiated with a myriad of uses in mind, from hikers, to bird and animal watchers, to educators, to botanists and to those simply seeking solitude. The list could go on and on, but suffice it to say, our trail system is for you, the public, to enjoy as you see fit. The only thing we ask is that you follow the rules set forth in the City of Jacksonville Municipal Code for city parks and the JWA Management Plans, and use some common courtesy along the way.

To say we have quite a few trail users would be an understatement. We’ve talked to people visiting from afar who’ve indicated they’ve heard of our trails prior to their arrival, and intend to walk the width and breadth of each! Perfect, we say…that’s what it’s all about!

Over the past few months, several members of the Woodlands Association, in concert with involved landowners, have been reviewing the 20+ year-old

General Management Plan for the JW trails. Hopefully, the update and review should be done by the time you read this article! Part of this plan update will be the addition of an Annual Action Plan, through which new projects and maintenance plans will be identified and reviewed.

In the Woodlands portion, no new trails are planned. As always, we will have fallen trees to remove and maintenance to conduct such as construction of a new bridge at the lower end of Zigler Trail we just completed. And, we are now planning the overhaul of the other bridge which will happen soon!

In the Forest Park, new trail construction will continue on trails offering a totally different hiking experience. We invite you to come out to FP and experience quiet and secluded trails offering more great views and running streams!

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to send them to [email protected].

See you on the trails!

A winter walk on the Sterling Mine Ditch Trial (SMDT) can cure a case of cabin fever! Winter shows an entirely different perspective of the trail—you might test your skills identifying animal tracks in the occasional patch of snow, or watch birds more easily in the leafless woods, and on a clear winter day there are spectacular views to the snow-covered Siskiyou Crest, Red Buttes Wilderness, and beyond. Be sure to wear layers and sturdy hiking boots—patches of snow linger along shady trail sections, but it’s well worth the effort to get outside and out of the valley fog!

The Siskiyou Upland Trails Association (SUTA) has been busy with several concurrent initiatives. First, we’ve been planning 2013 maintenance activities for the SMDT. We rely on volunteers to do most of the trail maintenance work. If you can donate a half day, we guarantee you’ll enjoy it! Set aside the third Saturday of each month from January through April for a little hiking and outdoor exercise (light brushing and tread work). It’s a great way to meet people, visit new parts of the trail, help keep this wonderful resource open, and give back to the community. Check the SUTA website for details: www.sutaoregon.org.

We’re focusing on connecting the SMDT with BLM roads on Anderson Butte (part of the future Jack-Ash trail) to create long-distance and short loops for hikers, runners, bicyclists, and equestrians so these users can take advantage of the

great recreational opportunities all around the SMDT. SUTA is awaiting approval of an environmental assessment to construct two new short trail segments. One will allow the SMDT to bypass private land within Armstrong Gulch. The second will connect the terminus of the SMDT to some abandoned and little-used

BLM roads that will lead both to a future access trailhead off Griffin Lane and to the upper elevations of the Anderson Butte Complex.

Finally, SUTA is hosting a second Sterling Mine Ditch History night on February 7th, from 6:30-8:30pm at Jacksonville’s First Presbyterian church. Doors open at 6:00pm. A BLM archaeologist and local residents with in-depth knowledge about the ditch’s natural and human history will speak. The Medford Mail Tribune’s Paul Fattig will facilitate a story-telling ‘back in the day’ panel of long-time residents with family ties to this region and the Applegate Valley. We invite everyone to join us for an interesting and informative evening!

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• Arts & culture need active and ongoing cultivation to sustain property values, retain high net worth individuals and families, and give visitors a satisfying arts experience.

Art Presence was founded by artist Anne Brooke four years ago. Partnering with local businesses to provide venues for artists to exhibit and sell their work and attract visitors with a variety of outstanding events and displays, the group has helped bring revenue to our business community, supported local talent and is making strides toward contributing to art education, in schools and through the Art Presence Art Center in Jacksonville. With Arlis Duncan’s help, Anne achieved nonprofit status for the organization under the umbrella of the Arts Council of Southern Oregon, which in turn made the Art Presence Art Center’s new home in the former Children’s Museum possible. Soon after celebrating this accomplishment, our situation there became tenuous and finances strained. Some are concerned about the organization’s ability to survive 2013.

I’ve spoken with transplanted residents who love our gallery. They love Jacksonville, yet many left major arts & cultural centers to make a new life here and miss this vital part of their former lives. Their support shows that in its short existence the Art Center has already improved the quality of life for many of our Jacksonville neighbors and has the potential to do much more.

Communities that fail to support the arts suffer from its neglect. If we would continue improving quality of life for residents, increasing property values, building an attractive destination for our visitors and increasing revenue for our businesses, we must do more to support the arts in Jacksonville. We must make sure that our city seeks out and obtains its share of available funding for the arts in education, nonprofit art centers and cultural tourism, and makes a commitment to do whatever necessary

to support artists and cottage industries as a key strategy for sustaining Jacksonville’s economy. The numbers are in: a healthy and sustainable local economy needs a thriving art center. Art Presence has proven its commitment to our city’s prosperity and stands willing to contribute everything the arts have to offer toward that end. We urge our

Mayor to answer the call of the US Conference of Mayors to invest in Art Presence, our own nonprofit arts organization, as a catalyst to generate economic impact, stimulate

business development, attract tourists and area residents to community activities, and to improve the overall quality of life in our city.

Art matters to everyone in Jacksonville, and we ask our neighbors to take action in whatever way you can:

• Visit the gallery and attend opening receptions and artist demonstrations. If you can’t buy art, leave your contact information in our guest book. Proving local support is crucial to obtaining grants and donations.

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Rogue Opera will open its 2013 season with an exciting revue, Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill, which features Jacksonville resident Michael Flaherty in its four-member cast. The show will be performed at 2:00pm and 8:00pm only at the Craterian Theatre in Medford on February 9. Tickets are available through www.craterian.org or by calling the Craterian Box Office at 541-779-3000.

Although best known for presenting grand opera, the company decided to kick off its 37th season with a “rogue-ish” theatrical production that explores the extraordinary musical career of the legendary theater composer, and features some of Weill’s best songs written with lyricists such as Ira Gershwin, Ogden Nash and Langston Hughes. Berlin to Broadway is directed by Christine Williams, who also appears in the show along with Flaherty, Prescila Quinby and Galen Schloming.

Williams said, “Anyone who's known me for longer than five minutes knows what a Kurt Weill fanatic I am,” adding, “He collaborated with some of the best lyricists of our time, and created works of soaring beauty, wit and intelligence.”

The cast is backed by a trio of standout local musicians: Laurie Hunter on piano, Bruce McKern on string bass, and Theresa McCoy on percussion.

Berlin to Broadway includes selections from the composer’s earliest works for the stage, including The Threepenny Opera, Happy End, and the Weill-Brecht cabaret-opera, The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny. It also features songs from Weill's years in Paris, as well as his Broadway shows Knickerbocker Holiday, One Touch of Venus, Lady in the Dark and Lost in Stars.

Forced to flee Germany in 1933, Weill had experienced Nazi persecution as both a Jew and a “subversive” artist, whose works were officially banned by Hitler’s censors. From the beginning of his theatrical career, and during his collaboration with Brecht, Weill was drawn to highly political topics and biting social criticism.

Weill wanted the world to take notice of a new kind of theatre song, like “Mack the Knife” or “Speak Low When You Speak Love.” Weill once told a colleague that “fear of melody” was the reason modern music had become “more and more removed from reality, from life, from real emotions.”

Adult tickets are $28-$23-$18; seniors age 60+ are $25-$21-$16; and students age 6-21 are $12-$10-$8. For more information about Rogue Opera call 541-608-6400.

The performers in the photo are (from L to R): Michael Flaherty, Prescila Quinby,Christine Williams, Galen Schloming.

Rogue Opera Features J'ville's Michael Flaherty


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