OAK HILLS ORACLE

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OAK HILLS ORACLE
Serving the Oak Hills Community Since 1973
Volume XXXVV, Issue 2
Inside This Issue
February 2013
UGLY, MESSY, CONFUSING
Reports of OHHA
Meetings - 2 & 4
Home of the Month - 3
Neighbors - 6
Schools Calendar - 7
Growing Organically - 8
Viewpoint - 10
Classified ads - 10 & 12
Orange striped cones, orange striped barrels, orange striped fences and orange vested construction workers are contributing to a confusing mess confronting commuters on Bethany
Boulevard. Agreements were reached between Oak Hills property owners and Washington
County officials recently which allowed construction on Bethany Boulevard to shift into high
gear. Trees - some over 40 years old - shrubs, fences and garden structures were removed in a
wide swath. Homeowners are currently protected from construction dirt and noise by a Tyvec
and chicken wire 'fence'. On the Oak Hills side, the current fence is approximately 5 feet east
of the eventual location of the sound wall. Work on erecting the sound wall is expected soon.
STATE COMMITTEE MEETS TO
CONSIDER HISTORIC DISTRICT
The State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP), a nine member governorappointed body of citizens with expertise in fields relating to historic preservation, will meet on
February 14 at Oak Hills Community Church, 2800 NW 153rd Avenue, to decide on whether
to recommend the nomination of the Oak Hills neighborhood as a historic district to the
National Park Service. The Oak Hills nomination could be accepted, rejected or defered for
future consideration. The meeting is open to the public; time for public comments, however,
could be limited. The Oak Hills nomination is just one item that will be discussed on SACHP's
day-long agenda. It is scheduled for 3 pm.
A decision by the National Parks Service is the final step in the process. Assuming that SACHP
approves and forwards the Oak Hills nomination to NPS, a final decsion is not expected before
early June, 2013.
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REPORT: OHHA MONTHLY BOARD MEETING,
January 9, 2013
By Micki Sparr, editor
Present: Sarah Bourne, Brad Buccholz, Dave Busby, Elizabeth
Chapin, Jim Erzen, Linda Kitchin, Kristen Parks, Dan Smith.
Absent: Joe Welsh
Diane Wood, CMI, announced that she is retiring and the January 9 meeting would be her last for OHHA. She introduced Jed
Spera, who will replace her. Wood noted that in addition to his
work with CMI, Mr. Spera is working towards a Masters degree
in accounting. Wood noted she had been CMI’s representative
to OHHA since 1995-96. Board members thanked her for her
service and presented a bouquet of roses and vase featuring an
etched OHHA logo.
Amy Barton thanked the board for changing the content of an
article in the January Board Newsletter concerning the Historic
District. Barton stated the original article contained discrepancies
and inaccuracies that could have confused homeowners about
the implications of becoming an historic district. Barton is a
homeowner and editor of the Oak Hills Pioneer.
Micki Sparr asked the board for an explanation as to why content
of the board newsletter had been shared with Ms. Barton prior
to publication. Sparr stated content of the board newsletter had
not been shared with her. Linda Kitchin replied that Barton had
received advance knowledge of only the historic district article
and not other board newsletter content.
In view of the absence of treasurer Joe Welsh, there was no financial report. It was stated Welsh would be allotted extra time
at the next board meeting to discuss finances.
Brad Buccholz reported that he had received a complaint about
a yard and was working to resolve the problem.
Dan Smith reported work was progressing on a new OHHA
website. He noted the primary change will be to allow anyone
with the correct password to easily post documents to site,
enabling all board members to post information as needed. He
hoped a volunteer could be found to help with design elements
on the new site.
Linda Kitchin reported the holiday party went well. She has
already started paperwork for the 4th of July event and wants to
hear suggestions for a theme.
Jim Erzen reported that a large branch from a poplar tree fell
on January 8 and did some damage to the sidewalk, but caused
no injuries. The tree is on green space that intersects NW 144th.
Erzen said the tree is very old and may be dying. An arborist was
consulted and estimated the cost of removal to be $3000; removal
of deadwood would be about $600. Because of its size and age,
the tree is worth preserving so only deadwood will be removed
at present. The arborist will also look at some trees in the RV lot
and remove some low hanging branches for about $1000.
Sarah Bourne reported she had received requests to install or replace fences, decks, and a small gable. She asked for advice regarding the use of ‘plastic lumber’ products. A request was received
to rebuild a front porch and railings with this material. The issue
is not addressed in the CC&R’s and was left unresolved. Bourne
is also working on a list of ‘next steps’ for how to implement the
changes to CC&R’s that were approved by residents. She will be
asking board members for suggestions.
Elizabeth Chapin reported she had sent out reminder notices to
RV lot users who have not yet paid their current RV lot fee. She
continues working on identifying vehicles that don’t have valid
proof the owner lives in Oak Hills. Vehicle owners who can’t
provide this proof will have to remove the vehicles or they will
be towed.
Dave Busby noted the Rec Center will host a Movie Night on
January 17. He also reported that the Rec Center is fully booked
for the near future. He thanked the Holiday Bazaar organizers
for a successful event and noted the event earns a considerable
amount of money for OHHA through vendor table rentals.
Kristen Parks reported she and Darla Castagno worked together
to write an article on the historic district for the board newsletter.
However she thought it was important to discuss the county ‘overlay’ relating to historic districts. Parks was concerned the overlay
could result in higher fees for building/remodeling permits and
owners should be aware of this issue. An application for inclusion in the county overlay could be filed by a citizen, group or by
a county agency. While Washington County has never taken this
action previously, it remains possible. Parks ackowleged individual
property owners could request that their property be excluded
from the historic district rules.
Erzen reported he did not yet have a confirmed date for the contractor to return and clean and apply a sealer to the gym floor.
Busby will forward three dates to Jim to suggest to the contractor.
Board members discussed what items needed to be repaired or
replaced this year as identified by the Reserve Study, and suggestions for items to be considered for the Improvement Fund.
Erzen reported the single largest Reserve Fund expense would
be resurfacing the tennis courts. $18,500 of the Reserve Fund is
set aside for the tennis court resurfacing and should be sufficient
to cover the full cost. Other items included in this year’s Reserve
Fund is additional bark dust at the front entrance and Rec center;
replace one of the small lawn mowers; replace the pool cover and
pool cover roller. Reserve Fund expenditures in addition to the
tennis court resurfacing are expected to be $27,000. An additional
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maintenance expense will be about $1000 to repair damaged
doors on the north side of the gym.
OAK HILLS' HOME OF THE MONTH
FOR FEBRUARY!
Erzen stated he has received quotes to replace the letters on the
front entrance monument. The $2500 in mitigation funds from
Washington County will not cover the full amount of replacing
the current wood letters, which are in very poor condition. He
stated the monument structure is in good condition, but if it
was replaced in the future the letters being replaced now could
be installed on a new structure. Money from the Improvement
Fund will be needed in addition to the mitigation funds for the
letters. New letters will be plastic and are 2’ tall. Kitchin asked to
see a sample of the gold color being recommended.
Another suggestion for use of the Improvement Fund included
adding Internet access to the maintenance and Rec center area.
Erzen noted that the equipment costs are relatively small and
the monthly connection fees are a communication expense, not
a single improvement expense. He will investigate options for a
computer and routers and what options are available to provide
Internet connections.
Bourne stated that the new signage approved as an Improvement
Fund purchase last year hadn’t been completed but that she would
pursue it this year. She would like to have all the bathrooms in the
recreation area, upstairs and downstairs, to be painted in more
appealing colors and fixtures and amenities improved. Bourne
suggested replacing flooring, mirror, and faucets in the upstairs
bathroom, noting it is the only facility available to all users year
round. A request was made to obtain quotes for cutting a trough
in the floors of the bathrooms/changing rooms in the pool area
to direct standing water to the drain. Standing water has been a
chronic problem. Bourne indicated she would again request new
seats and chains for playground swings.
Jed Spera, CMI, noted he was investigating options to provide
Workers Comp coverage for board members.
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Meeting adjourned 9 pm.
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REPORT: OHHA MONTHLY BOARD MEETING,
January 17, 2013
By Micki Sparr, editor
Present: Linda Kitchin, Sarah Bourne, Dan Smith, Kristin Parks,
Elizabeth Chapin, Jim Erzen. Absent: Brad Buccholz, Dave Busby,
Joe Welsh
Several invited guests were present and were introduced. They
included representatives from Washington County, the State
Historical Society, and State Historic and Preservation Office
(SHPO).
Sarah Bourne announced the guests had been invited to clarify
some aspects of the impact to individual homeowners and the
neighborhood if Oak Hills is approved as a Historic District.
[Editor’s note: lengthy discussion followed with numerous questions
posed to the invited guests surrounding the pending Oak Hills historic district application. The responses and information following is
a condensed version of the discussion and covers the most significant
issues raised.]
Aisha Willits, Principal Planner, Washington County, discussed
what is meant by the county overlay. Inclusion in the county
overlay for historic properties requires additional staff time and
resources to approve permits if a property is to be altered, resulting in an additional fee which is estimated to be $1800. If Oak
Hills is granted historic designation, it would not automatically
be included in the county overlay rules; a special application
must be filed. If such an application was received the county
is required to notify all affected property owners and conduct
hearings. Individual property owners could elect to opt out of the
county overlay at the time of application or apply for exemption
any time afterwards.
Ian Johnson, SHPO, told the group the state's goal is to preserve
historic resources, but it is not law and there is no enforcement.
Some local jurisdictions have adopted state historic preservation guidelines because they think it is a good idea but it is not
required and counties and cities can interpret the guidelines in
different ways.
Willits stated that one benefit of being included in the county
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NEIGHBORS
by Crystal Duan
Ruth and Gale McArthur and their family have lived in Oak
Hills for forty-one years, having relocated from Eugene in August
1971. Their youngest daughter, Dana, and her two young sons,
are currently living with them. Both boys are students at Oak
Hills Elementary.
Gale was born in Idaho and his family eventually moved to Seattle and coincidentally became Ruth’s next-door-neighbor. After
graduating from high school, Gale went on to study landscape
architecture at the University of Oregon, while Ruth finished
high school and briefly attended a Seattle-area community college
until they married (at ages 19 and 22), Ruth and Gale moved to
Eugene and lived in the campus area until Gale graduated in 1961.
Gale originally had his own landscape architecture practice in
Eugene, and a few years later opened a second office in Portland;
the Eugene office eventually closed. The couple subsequently
moved to the Oak Hills community with their three children. All
three attended Oak Hills Elementary. Ruth worked at Kentrox
Industries, Inc., a technology company (later absorbed by ADC
Telecommunications) as a receptionist briefly before becoming a
payroll specialist, a position from which she retired in 2000. Their
three adult children are now employed in the Portland area: one
daughter, Brynn, owns and operates an acupuncture practice in
the Pearl District; son, David, is employed as a manufacturing
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test technician; Dana is employed at HS2 (Beaverton’s Health
and Science School) where she runs the test lab and has various
other duties, hoping one day soon to have a teaching position.
Their five grandchildren range in age from 7 to 28 years of age. In
addition to the two youngest who live in Oak Hills, one grandson
graduated from the Art Institute of Portland and is currently
employed as an industrial designer; the second is currently serving in the U S Air Force; their granddaughter is a college student
out-of-state.
The McArthurs involve themselves in the community with their
talents. Gale designed the landscaping at the entrance to Oak
Hills. In her free time, Ruth enjoys genealogy and finding connections to past generations. “I’ve found thousands of ties since I
started around 1998,” Ruth says. “With the resources we have now,
it’s definitely become a lot easier to research who your ancestors
were.” She also knits, especially American Girl doll clothes that she
sells at the annual Oak Hills Holiday Bazaar, an event she, along
with two of her neighbors, was responsible for restarting after
it had disappeared for a time. She is seldom without a knitting
project; some of her favorites, in addition to the doll clothes, are
various cotton kitchen items, felted wool hats and teddy bears.
Feel free to say hi to the friendly McArthurs in their Perimeter
Drive home. They have much to share about the always-changing
Oak Hills community.
If you are a new or not-so-new neighbor in Oak Hills, or if you know
of a new or not-so-new neighbor, that would like to be introduced to
the neighborhood, please contact editor, Micki Sparr at 503-690-7122
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BEAVERTON SCHOOLS CALENDAR
February 2013
The second Movie Night at the Rec will be
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Disney classic “The Little Mermaid”. Showtime
begins at 7 pm. Popcorn and drinks provided. Pajamas and sleeping bags are welcome. 1 No School
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15 Spirit Day, Oak Hills
The PTO at Oak Hills Elementary school will
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auction and raffle prizes on Friday, February
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will be two Bingo sessions; one from 5:30 - 6:15 pm and one
from 6:30 - 7:15 pm. Feel free to attend one or both!
Funds raised by the Bingo and auction will be used to provide the
school community with the remainder of the iPads needed for
a complete class set, fund an Artist in Residence for next school
year, update art supplies for the school and - if it goes very well
- some books for each grade level to choose and enjoy.
This event is always a family favorite, so come enjoy family, friends,
food, goodies, prizes, raffle items and a fantastic silent auction!
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GROWING
ORGANICALLY
by Margie Lachman
A few weeks ago I was in our back yard when I heard a loud
sound like the crack of a whip. I had no idea what it was until I
went out front and saw a huge limb had broken off a very large
and old poplar tree across the street from our house. The branch
was as big as the trunks of many average size trees and so long it
covered the path, the sidewalk and half of the street! Luckily no
one was walking in the area.
This incident reminded me that trees are vulnerable to weather
and can be weakened by wind, ice, insects, disease, lack of proper
pruning, etc. There was no wind on the day that this tree lost its
limb but had been weakened enough to fall down. Trees are so
important for shade, cleaning air pollution, beauty, etc. but we
tend to let them grow without much attention if nothing obvious
seems wrong. It is important to pay attention to any trees that
could cause potential damage to our homes or neighbors’ homes,
or where people or even pets could be injured by falling debris.
Every year we experience high winds that can bring down
weakened trees or branches. Carefully inspecting the trees on or
near our property and calling an arborist to inspect very old or
problematic trees is an investment in safety. This should be done
annually and additionally after a storm.
The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service has a wonderful
website with facts and photos for managing storm damaged trees.
Take a look at it www.oces.okstate.edu and search for ‘storm damaged trees’. The site also provides valuable information about tree
safety, wounds, pruning, diseases and insects.
Trees are valuable assets that enhance the value of our homes
and property. It is well worth taking care of them properly, even
if that means removal of a tree beyond repair to prevent it from
doing damage. A certified arborist is a great resource for helping
to decide whether a tree can be saved or should be replaced. Either
way, it is worth the investment to do it right.
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OAK HILLS
COMMUNITY GARDEN
by Jen Miller
Although it may seem early, it will soon be
time to start thinking about the spring season and the Oak Hills Community Garden!
The garden is located in the open space near the Maintenance
buildings on the west side of NW 153rd Avenue. While last
year brought some unusual weather, Oak Hills gardeners were
still able to grow some beautiful, organic produce. We’re looking
forward to another great year of growing and building community
together in 2013, and we expect to fill all 24 plots again this year.
Fees are still being determined for 2013 but will be in place by
March 1. Applications and fees will be accepted March 1st – 15th
for both new and returning gardeners. New gardeners should
download the application form from the OHHA website: www.
oak-hills.net. Inquiries can be sent to [email protected].
Naturescaping Basics class
Board Meeting, Continued from page 4
overlay was in being given wider latitude in zoning decisions. She
described one historic property that received approval for use as a
business office in spite of being in a high-density residential area.
In response to a question as to how the county might benefit from
adding properties to the historic overlay, the response was that it
could be argued that the county gains from additional fees, but
as the fees are based on hours/costs for processing, there would
likely be very little net gain to the county.
Johnson, SHPO, noted the Oak Hills application for historic
district would be reviewed at a meeting of the State Advisory
Committee on Historic Preservation on February 14. Public
comments will be received for 90 days after the SACHP meeting,
and then the application will be forwarded to the National Parks
Service (NPS) for review. A Federal comment period is open for
45 days before NPS makes a decision. Johnson estimates that
June 3 is the earliest a final decision on the Oak Hills application
could be made. If approved, he said that Oak Hills will be the first
mid-century neighborhood designated in the Pacific Northwest,
and possibly the first on the west coast.
Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) your
landscape using native plants to reduce water use and decrease
stormwater runoff while saving you time, money and energy.
Discussion of the historic district was closed. Invited guests were
thanked for taking the time to address the homeowners, the
board, and answer questions. Invited guests left and the meeting
continued after a short break.
This free introductory workshop introduces the core concepts
of naturescaping, and explores pollution prevention through the
reduction/elimination of chemical use; how native plants naturally resist pests and tolerate drought conditions while attracting
native birds, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators to your
garden; and basic site planning principals.
Sarah Bourne stated that new policies relating to the approved
changes to the CC&R’s should be reviewed and adopted during
the two February meetings so they can be announced in March’s
board newsletter.
The free workshop is February 3, 1-5 pm at the Tualatin Hills
Nature Park. Registration required, sign up online at http://
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LEGISLATORS INVITE CITIZENS
TO TOWN HALL
Citizens are invited to attend a pre-session town hall with State
Senator Elizabeth Steiner Hayward, M.D., and Representative
Mitch Greenlick. They will be talking about the key issues likely
to be before the legislature. They want to know what citizens
think are Oregon’s most pressing issues.
Two sessions will be held on February 2: from 10:00 AM to 12:00
PM at Friendly House in NW Portland (1737 NW 26th Ave at
NW Thurman and a second from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the
Cedar Mill Library (12505 NW Cornell Rd at Saltzman)
Linda Kitchin asked for a clarification of the use by others of Rec
center tables. She stated there is currently a policy of charging
$3/table for use of tables outside of the Rec Center (tables taken
off-site). Oak Hills Elementary PTO has asked to rent tables for
an upcoming fundraiser. Kitchin suggested the PTO could use
the tables for a deposit of $25, refunded if tables are returned in
good shape. Jim Erzen suggested there be a written agreement that
if tables are not returned, or are significantly damaged, OHHA
would be reimbursed.
Kitchin announced the board would meet in Executive Session
to discuss personnel issues. Meeting closed to public at 8:54 pm
The OHHA Board of Directors meet the first Wednesday and the third
Thursday of each month at 7 pm. Meetings are open and all Oak Hills
residents are welcome to attend.
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Winter Guard is an indoor Color Guard activity combining dance,
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art form. The Westview Winter Guard team would like to invite you
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DEAR FELLOW MOTORIST LETTERS
Is speeding a problem on your street? In spite of the addition
of speed monitors in the neighborhood, some drivers still drive
too fast to be safe in a family neighborhood. With the extensive
construction activity on Bethany Boulevard there could well be
an increase in cut through traffic.
If you witness a car traveling too fast or engaged in some other
risky driving behavior, such as disobeying a stop sign or flashing
lights on a school bus you can report the vehicle to the county
Sheriff ’s Office. The Sheriff ’s Office, in turn, will send a letter
to the registered owner of the vehicle informing them a witness
reported seeing the vehicle in a violation. If reporting an incident,
you must be able to provide the vehicle license number, the date
and time the incident occurred, the location (nearest cross street),
the infraction and a description of the vehicle.
The letter to drivers is a warning only; no fines or other sanctions
can be assessed based on a private citizen report. However, it can
be a good reminder to drivers to be more careful and attentive
while driving in or through Oak Hills in the future.
To report these incidents and request a “Dear Fellow Motorist”
letter to be sent, call the Crime Prevention Unit at 503-846-2579
any time, 24 hours a day.
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he/she is eligible to brcome the Oracle's next "Good Dog of
the Month". Your dog will be honored with a photo in the
Oracle and will receive a caertificate suitable for framing J
announcing your dog's status as a good dog citizen. Send
a photo of your Good Dog, along with dog's name and
your name and address to: [email protected] or The
Oracle, 15390 NW Wooded Way, Beaverton OR 97006
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BABY SITTERS LIST
Trudi Frost*
Kayla Ryan*
Karolina Ryerson*
ODD JOBS LISTING
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14
16
503-531-8361
503-645-8685
503-941-9616
*Indicates Red Cross Baby-sitting Certification
Tal Lind, 15 Mowing and weeding, pet sitting
Ian Myers, 14 Dog sitting, lawn care
Kayla Ryan, 13 Pet sitting, dog walking
Robotics Team, yard work, garage cleaning, etc
Gavin Klumpp, 16 All yard work
503-466-1773
503-533-9908
503-645-8685
503-707-1350
503-705-3349
SIGN UP NOW FOR BABYSITTERS AND ODD JOBS LISTINGS
The listing of Babysitters and Odd Jobs is a public service provided free by the Oak Hills Oracle. Listings are not screened by the Oracle. Anyone
between the ages of 12 – 17 can be listed on one or both lists, but families must be paid subscribers to the Oracle. Contact the Oracle editor
including your name, address (for verification purposes only) phone number, and age. For the Babysitters’ List, include whether or not you have
passed the Red Cross Baby Sitting certification class. For the Odd Jobs list, include what types of jobs you want to be considered for. Those listed
are responsible for providing age and other changes to the listings.
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OHHA Board Members
Linda Kitchin
President
2465 NW 145th Avenue
[email protected]
503-466-2149
Dan Smith
2845 NW 154th Avenue
[email protected]
503-690-7597
Sara Bourne
Architectural Review
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[email protected]
503-789-2048
Dave Busby
Recreation
NW 151st Place
[email protected]
503-690-6674
Brad Buchholz
Internal Affairs
15200 NW Perimeter Dr
[email protected]
503-533-5765
Jim Erzen
Maintenance
15368 NW Wooded Way
[email protected]
503-758-3847
Elizabeth Chapin
RV Lot
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[email protected]
503-533-5403
Joe Welsh
Treasurer
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[email protected]
503-729-8622
Kristin Parks
Secretary
14730 NW Bonneville Lp
503-690-6739
Oak Hills Homeowners’ Association
2085 NW 153rd Avenue
Beaverton, OR 97006
www.oak-hills.net
ORACLE DEADLINE:
15TH OF EACH MONTH
Publication Date: 1st of each month
Subscription: $10.00/year
The Oak Hills Oracle is a privately-owned, independent monthly publication serving the residents of the Oak Hills neighborhood. The Oak
Hills Oracle is not an official publication of OHHA.
Oracle Owner and Editor
Micki Sparr
15390 NW Wooded Way
Beaverton OR 97006
503-690-7122
[email protected]
www.OakHillsOracle.com
Contributors
Neighbors:
Growing Organically:
Crystal Duan
Margie Lachman
503-690-7122
503-645-2994
Important Telephone Numbers
Maintenance
Mark Watson
Pool/Rec Center
Doug Castagno
All Emergencies
Fire, Medical, Police
County Sheriff
Non-emergency
Washington Co. Traffic Hotline .........
Animal Services/Lost Pets
..............
Oak Hills Elementary School .............
Meadow Park Middle School .............
Westview High School
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Oak Hills Oracle
Micki Sparr
503-645-1776
503-645-4303
9–1–1
503-629-0111
503-846-3998
503-846-7041
503-533-1860
503-672-3660
503-259-5218
503-690-7122
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CLASSIFIED ADS
(See additional classified ads on page 10)
SERVICES
WOODSTOCK QUALITY PAINTING & RESTORATION. Highest quality materials. Interior & Exterior. Pressure-washing. Restore
& treat cedar roofs and decks. Senior discounts. Oak Hills references.
CCB#162356. Call Phil 503-645-7193.
12/13
RON DIMMITT CONSTRUCTION. All phases of remodeling: skylights, kitchens, bathrooms, additions, decks, home repairs, window replacement - replace windows with vinyl windows. Oak Hills References.
Licensed, #22191. Call 503- 649-8664/fax 503-649-9995
12/13
HASSKAMP ROOFING CO. Reroof, tear offs, shakes, composition.
Oak Hills references; over 200 roofs completed in Oak Hills. Call Mike
at 503-645-0215. CCB#83517
12/13
APPLIANCE GUYS. Appliance, heating and air conditioning repair.
Fast, professional service at affordable prices. Locally owned. Licensed
6/13
and bonded. CCB#130240. Call 503-531-8853.
ANCTIL PLUMBING, INC. Since 1975 - 503-642-7323. All phases of
remodel, repairs, repipes, water service, water heater, hot water radiant
1/14
heat, boiler certified. CCB#24184.
OWEN WEST ELECTRIC. Our specialty: service and panel change;
kitchen and bath remodel; security and yard lighting. 28 years experience.
3/13
CCB#29492. 503-297-6375, or 503-880-9512.
ACCURATE CUSTOM CABINETS & REMODELING. Kitchen
and bath remodeling, tile work, finish carpentry and woodworking.
30 years exper. Sole proprietor contractor. References upon request.
CCB#168008. Call 503-754-3799 or email to [email protected]. 3/13
GUTTER CLEANING/DEBRIS & JUNK HAULING. Gutter cleaningget ready for the downpour. One story house $80; two story $90; Wooded
Way $100. Free estimate on junk hauling. Reliable. Call Mark W. 503658-7057, evenings and weekends.
2/13
HOUSECLEANING. Would you like your house to sparkle and shine?
New phone number; call Carol at 503-432-1664. "One timers" are wel3/13
come.
EUROPEAN QUALITY HOUSECLEANING. Already cleaning in
your neighborhood. Trustworthy and hardworking. Reasonable, affordable
rates. References, including your neighbors. Please call or text 503-4075897, or email: [email protected].
1/13 House Cleaning. House cleaning service for home or office. I
have Oak Hills references. Please call 503-690-6544 for information or
to schedule; ask for Martha
4/13
MISCELLANEOUS
HOME WANTED. Recently moved home to Oregon and would like
to raise our children in Oak Hills. If you are considering a move within
1-12 months please call 503.395.7711. We are not Realtors and have a
pre-approved VA loan.
3/13
GOLD. Don’t be misled by TV or radio ads. The true value of 14k
Jeweler’s gold on a $1711 gold close is $42 a penny weight or $840 per
ounce. Call Marty in Oak Hills 503-645-6050.
2/13
SUCCESS COACHING. Feeling like no matter how hard you try you are
not making the progress you want in business, work, and/or life? Maybe
I can help. Martha Soria Sears, personal and business success coach. For
more info call: 503-888-1621.
4/13
SUNDANCE WINDOWS & REMODELING. We specialize in replacing windows and doors, adding or enlarging windows and doors and closet systems and shelves. CCB#163055. Call Terry at 503-640-1889. 6/13
College Counseling. I enjoy working with students and families
in the college search, application, essay writing, financial aid (FAFSA),
and scholarship process.10 years experience as a college and school
counselor, in U.S. and international schools. Contact: Tracy Muilenburg
971-226-3406.
2/13
PORTLAND TREESCAPES. Complete tree service. Fine pruning, removals, shrubs and hedges, stump grinding; honest work at an affordable
price. Excellent references; free estimates. CCB#164090. Call Sean at
503-804-5945.
2/13
HELP WANTED
SONNY'S YARD MAINTENANCE. Great work/reasonable prices; no
job too big/too small. Cleanups, maintenance, trees, pressure washing,
planting, bark, fences, patios, retaining walls. Free estimates, ref. Oak
Hills, 15% discount. Call Lori 503-329-8032.
7/13
LANDSCAPE SERVICES. Clean ups, maintenance and renovations.
Winter clean ups - 10% discount. Call to schedule a free estimate. All
Metro Inc. Landscape Services, 503.642.1350, or email: allmetroinc@
comcast.net LCB#7908.
1/13
WE TAKE CARE OF YOUR RENTAL PROPERTIES. Residential &
Commercial. Let us do renting and maintaining of rental properties. Dave
Nase Property Management. Lic #980500131. 503-888-8765
1/13
DELIVERY. Young person to deliver The Oak Hills Oracle every month,
age 13 - 18. Duties include inserting flyers, stapling and delivering the
Oracle. Takes approximately 4 - 5 hours per month, pays $30/month.
Must be responsible and reliable, able to set own work schedule. Start in
late February. Please submit a letter giving name, age, address, any previous work experience or other responsibilities, why you think you would
be good in this job. Family should be paid subscribers to the Oracle. Send
to Editor Micki Sparr, 15390 NW Wooded Way, Beaverton OR 97006 or
email: [email protected] .
The majority of the Oracle's classified advertisers have been doing
business and advertising in Oak Hills for several years - some for
more than 10 years! Nearly all have Oak Hills references that you
can check. Thank you for contacting the Oracle's advertisers. Their
continued support helps make this publication possible.