Yost Selling Downtown Real Estate to Conentrate on Art

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At a time when most men of his age would be Rebecca produced a video for the Salem retiring to a life of leisure, Roger Yost quietly Downtown Association that emphasized the arrived in Downtown Salem in 2003 and be- positive qualities of downtown businesses and came one of its largest investors and an agent architecture. of change. She also assembled a “posse” of cultural cre- He bought and began restoring landmark atives to wear costumes illustrating the history buildings, became active in economic improve- of the Reed and neighboring buildings, and ment efforts, served on many boards and com- staged alley events dedicated to art. mittees, and began contributing to the quality In the Reed, Rebecca encouraged tenants to of Salem’s life in many, many ways. participate in fashion and art oriented events And just as quietly, 15 years later, at age 82, promoted as “Bohemian Bashes.” he is downsizing his considerable Salem hold- With collaboration her byword, she would ings to devote more time to the arts. later tackle a health issue created by the city’s In the last three months, Yost has sold his burgeoning homeless population by getting a Capitol Center “skyscraper,” the Reed Op- group of women representing churches, hu- era House, and the Alessandro’s restaurant man services and professional organizations building and parking lot. His Vick Building, to join her in developing an “ArtaPotties” pro- although currently for sale, could become the gram in alleys and parking lots throughout the new home of the Roger Yost Gallery that was Downtown. closed when the Capitol Center was sold to a She began the drive by installing an ArtaPotty Eugene investment firm. in her own parking lot space in the alley behind Yost became an innovator of award-winning the Reed, featuring art from the Roger Yost advertising art during a 33-year career with Gallery, which she served a curator. Portland-based Jantzen, the world’s No. 1 Although her attempts to get the City of Salem swimwear maker, while serving as vice presi- to provide spaces for public toilets sponsored dent of advertising and marketing. by private parties never materialized, Oregon While still with Jantzen, Yost began investing City officials believed it was a dramatic solution in Oregon real estate in areas before they be- to their city problems, seized the opportunity, came “trendy:” Northwest Portland, Lake Os- and asked Rebecca to introduce the program to wego, and Newberg, part of an area that would Onward... Roger Yost settles in to his art and the next adventure their community. It is now being adopted in soon be known as “wine country.” cities throughout the world. He developed a 42-acre nursery in Newberg code – an investment in safety that would cost ing and restoring the building. “All rents and Rebecca did this while helping bring new (“The Wine Country Nursery”), which became $100,000. revenue were reinvested in the building to pay creative tenants to the building, and in recent one of the state’s fastest growing garden cen- Within 18 months, with a financial grant, Yost expenses or fund renewal,” Yost says. years, therapists who would find the welcom- ters. Its eventual sale to the Sisters of Provi- restored the pediment that went missing in Yost was by no means alone in shaping the ing nature of the Reed’s remodeled second and dence for a hospital site brought Yost to Salem. 1900, thirty years after the building was com- character of Liberty Street in Downtown Sa- third floor suites a perfect environment for He could have lived anywhere in the world, pleted in 1870. It made the Reed look like its lem. About a year into his restoration of the their work. but fell in love with the Reed, moved to Salem, “original self.” iconic Reed Opera House, he was joined by Along with newcomers, which included the and immediately began to restore it to the vi- In the course of the next 14 years Yost and his Rebecca Maitland, who shared his vision and World Beat Festival headquarters of the Salem sion Cyrus Reed may have had in 1869: Create staff would touch and refinish or restore every brought some creative ideas of her own to help Multicultural Institute, the Salem Business a place that would become the center of Salem’s one of the building’s 66,000 square feet. make the dark and decaying Liberty Street Journal found the Reed an ideal base for its social and cultural life. He would bring in live theaters and new res- storefronts safer and more inviting. editorial headquarters. Marketing companies, Within six months he had restored the Reed’s taurants into old spaces that nourished the She teamed with the Salem Photo League to bakeries, hair dressers, beauty consultants and ballroom, which had once been the balcony of vision. In all, Yost would invest more than display their works in vacant store windows, real estate organizations would soon keep the the original Opera House. Within a year, he $2,000,000 in the improvements without tak- and arranged to have lighting illuminate their Reed fully occupied, with prospective tenants would redesign and bring the elevators up to ing a salary “or a penny” for his time in manag- art. on a waiting list. Reed Opera House, pg 3 NEWSROOM: 503-365-9544 [email protected] PO Box 93, Salem, OR 97308 Page 2 Salem Business Journal March 2018

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" The Reed has become what Roger Yost envisioned..." The Reed had become what Roger Yost envi- Yost would be invited to serve on Downtown sioned in 2003. “improvement committees” where he ener- A year after Yost purchased the Alessandro gized downtown business partners to tax them- Fasani Building and parking lot on Commer- selves to make the Central Business District a cial Street, Jane Fasani, the widow of Alessan- better place, even though only Macy’s would dro’s founder, approached Yost about closing pay a greater tax than Roger would pay for his the restaurant. She was losing money. Yost properties. remembered saying: “This is the best restau- With his committee associates, they would rant in Salem. I will forgive your lease, under form an Economic Improvement District one condition, I take over the restaurant (debts (EID), in which building owners would fund a and all).” downtown organization (eventually called “Go He kept most of the staff and kept the restau- Downtown Salem”) to promote growth and ad- rant open. vocacy of the City Center. Yost revitalized the restaurant, made it a nonsmoking estab- lishment, brought in weekly entertainment, and was among the first to establish a “seniors” discounted menu, feature Oregon wines, and open on traditional holidays when residents were choosing to dine out. In 2006 he began adding fine art to its walls—the beginning of the Roger Yost Gal- lery—to enhance the dining experience. Yost served as president of Go Downtown Briefly, he worked with other Oregonians to from 2008-2010. It thrived under the leader- bring dinner theater to Alessandro’s second ship of executive director Suzie Bicknell, with floor banquet room and “Monday Night Music” First Wednesday themed retail events that in- with musicians anxious to display their talents. cluded music, In 2009 the restaurant won almost every ma- Gifts and excitement that brought throngs jor award for food and dining during the States- downtown. A revival of “Summer in the City,” man Journal’s “Best of the Mid-Valley” readers’ events called “The Rain Festival” featuring ar- poll. (As did the Reed for categories like Best tistically painted umbrellas, and winter blues Historical Building, Best Wedding Venue, and concerts in the Reed Opera House Trinity Ball- Best Place to take Out of Town Guests.) room. He did this while also restoring many im- Eventually, in the absence of Roger Yost, Suzi provements to the Reed and his Capitol Center Bicknell, Rebecca’s targeted promotions, and Building, taking inspiration from its builder, other departed key board members, the City Thomas Livesley, one of the world’s greatest of Salem took over the EID, and its members hops growers and merchants, and a former found it losing its original mission and voted Portland mayor. against further funding. Page 4 Salem Business Journal March 2018 Reed Opera House, from page 3

Yost received awards for “Distinguished Ser- volunteered to be on committees dedicated to vice” and corporately a President’s Award from improving downtown streetscape, evaluating the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, and the use of city hotel/motel tax revenues, park- others from the City of Salem for his volun- ing, and other issues. teerism, Artists In Action, and the Willamette Salem mayors would call upon Roger Yost to Heritage Association for his contributions to testify for needed improvements. Mayor Janet Salem life. Taylor may best remember his plea: “Let’s put He served as president of the Elsinore The- some lipstick on our Cinderella City.” atre board of directors, and while serving on How the absence of Roger Yost and Rebecca its board, engineered changing the name of the Maitland will affect the future vision and en- Salem Convention and Visitors Association to ergy of a downtown remains to be seen. Travel Salem. But one thing is certain. They made a dif- With his nursery industry background, Roger ference. A huge difference! And they will be served on the city’s Shade Tree Committee, and missed. Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself! I’ve always wanted to start an article with where people can grow as individuals and that phrase, so there you have it! But in all not simply grow your bottom line? I see seriousness, the beginning of the year gives those two things as hand-in-hand. We can’t us the chance to hit the proverbial reset but- just be a business where people come punch ton and craft a plan for the a time clock. We must provide opportunities upcoming year. One area to bring our employees alongside us and help I believe we all should them grow personally. Cool idea alert: pay start: our character. I them a full days wage to go volunteer 8 hours WANT TO ADD ENERGY came across a few fantas- at a local non-profit. Suddenly they are a tic quotes recently and felt part of something bigger than themselves or compelled to share. their job and begin to grow their character! SAVINGS TO THE MENU? 1 “The character of a 3. “Bet on the jockey, never the horse” – ALEX CASEBEER company is determined Malcolm Forbes. He goes on to say “I don’t BRING US IN INSIDE by the integrity of its lead- need to know what industry the company SCOOP er” - Robert Rosen. This is in, or what its financials are. All I need to smacked me right across know is what kind of person the CEO/lead- FOR FOODSERVICE the face! What a great er is.” Wow! I love this point of view as it challenge this is. We want to provide an at- shows the extreme importance of character EQUIPMENT. mosphere at work where consistent, funda- in leadership. mental quality principles are known to all. As you go about the beginning of your 2018, As a leader, you have to be a visible (not the remember to check yourself and your char- loudest!) expression of what character you acter. It’s the only path to leadership impact Facilities that use commercial foodservice equipment consume 3 to 5 want your employees/clients to be drawn to. and the path to success, in my opinion. Until times more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings. And that is what will determine the integrity next time, let’s produce a huge 2018 – start- Upgrading to ENERGY STAR® gas or electric equipment can help of your company. ing with our character and helping others you cut energy costs and reduce maintenance without sacrificing 2. “The people we produce are just as im- achieve the best version of themselves! features, quality or style. portant as what we produce” – Robert Rosen. Alex Casebeer is on the Executive Team at It doesn’t matter if you are in finance, farm- Capitol Auto Group and can be reached at Energy Trust of Oregon will work with you every step of the way. ing, sales or customer service. The question 503-585-4141, [email protected], And our cash incentives can reduce your upfront costs to make you need to always ask yourself is: does your or twitter.com/alexcasebeer business/company facilitate an atmosphere upgrades more affordable. + “The character of SAVE ENERGY. BRING US IN. Visit www.energytrust.org/BringUsIn or call 1.866.605.1676. a company is Serving customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista. determined by the integrity of its leader” - Robert Rosen. March 2018 Salem Business Journal Page 5 Sustainability Forum Charts Past Successes, Looks To The Future

By Beth Casper Central to the valley’s sustainability hub are lets and wrap and reused more than one mil- Special to the Salem Business nonprofits such as the Energy Trust of Ore- lion crates. The business has also adapted 30 Journal gon, which serves the 1.6 million customers percent of its truck fleet with plug-ins to run The Mid-Willamette Valley is a of NW Natural, Pacific Power, PGE and other on electricity when not being driven. This hub of sustainability activity, as utilities by offering incentives for energy effi- prevents idling and saves 2,500 gallons of evidenced by a packed sustain- cient projects and helping to evaluate energy diesel fuel a year. ability forum Feb. 20 that show- usage. “Spring Valley Dairy has also done a lot to cased eco-friendly successes and “The cheapest energy you can buy is the reduce paper waste,” Payne said. “By going charted the path for the future. kind you don’t use,” Jay Ward, a senior com- digital, they now save 8,400 reams of paper More than a hundred people munity relations manager for Energy Trust a year…We feel lucky to have a business like showed up to the Broadway of Oregon, said at the sustainability event. Spring Valley Dairy here in Marion County.” Commons for the event, hosted Ward presented a symbolic check for Wildwood/Mahonia took home the Small by Salem Environmental Edu- $170,276.50 to the Department of Adminis- EarthWISE Business of the Year Green cation, a nonprofit offering free trative Services to represent the money the Award for its family of businesses whose nature-based experiences to stu- department will save due to the upgrades holdings include a plant nursery and sus- dents and an informative lecture in the state archives building. An upgraded tainable vineyard, innovative green build- series to adults as well as a host dehumidifying process helped the state meet ings rented to local environmentally minded of other activities run by volun- its historical preservation goals and its ener- businesses, and community efforts such as teers. gy-efficiency goals. an annual literary and arts publication that Garten GA Non-profit of the year 2018 “I won’t tell you to spend it wisely because honors watershed restoration. In each en- you already have,” Ward said, laughing, as deavor, the company incorporates commu- he presented the check to Dave Wortman, nity service. the Department of Administrative Services President and founder John Miller has al- statewide sustainability officer. ways put sustainability at the forefront, said Three organizations took home coveted Marion County waste reduction coordinator Green Awards for their exceptional commit- Alan Pennington. ment to earth-friendly practices and sustain- “Wildwood/Mahonia was one of the first ability. Each of the winners is EarthWISE early adopters of electric vehicle chargers,” certified. The EarthWISE program is a free Pennington said while presenting the Green business environmental assistance program Award. of Marion County. EarthWISE staff helps By adopting electric vehicle chargers early, businesses recycle, save energy, reduce waste Wildwood/Mahonia may have helped paved and much more. There are about 170 Earth- the way for the surge in the electric vehicle WISE businesses, agencies and nonprofits in industry. Marion County. “Electric cars are coming out twice as fast Garten Services won the Nonprofit of the as hybrids now,” said Zach Henkin, the Year Green Award for its operation of seven deputy director of Forth, a company that sustainable businesses that provide jobs for is transforming the way people get around. more than 500 people with disabilities. In Forth’s mission is to advance electric, smart 2017 alone, Garten kept 5.4 million pounds and shared transportation in the Pacific WildwoodMahonia Small Biz of year GA winners 2018 of electronics from being disposed of and Northwest and beyond. its recycling center processed about 80 mil- “Our current mobility system is broken,” lion pounds of recyclable material. Recycling Henkin said during the sustainability lun- this material instead of using virgin material cheon. “When our car is parked, it is one of saved 635,602 trees, enough water for 9.3 the most underutilized assets—and our cars million baths and the energy equivalent to are parked 95 percent of the time.” 8.2 million gallons of gasoline. Henkin spoke about a future where auton- “Garten Services epitomizes what it means omous, connected and efficient cars abound to be a sustainable business because they and more people share cars through services take so seriously the three ‘Es’ of sustainabil- such as Uber and Lyft than own their own. ity: environmental stewardship, social equity Sustainability luncheon attendees left with and economic vitality,” said Marion County a renewed commitment to sustainability and waste reduction coordinator Bailey Payne as a shared vision for a sustainable future. he presented the award. To learn more about Salem Environmen- The Large EarthWISE Business of the Year tal Education go to: www.Salemee.org. For Green Award honored Spring Valley Dairy, more information about the EarthWISE pro- which supplies local restaurants and coffee gram, visit www.mcEarthWISE.net or call shops with fresh dairy products in as green Alan Pennington at 503-365-3188. a manner as possible. Last year, the business recycled 129,000 pounds of cardboard, pal-

Spring Valley Dairy Large Biz GA winners 2018 Page 6 Salem Business Journal March 2018 Career How to Hire the Best Connections Commercial Real Estate Broker

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If your nonprofit It's not necessary to thank everyone indi- if your event is focused on donor cultivation. is throwing an event - maybe an annual con- vidually, just make the effort and be heard Address ference or a fundraiser - you need to make by others. 6. Incentives sure you go above-and-beyond to ensure Be sure to recognize loyalty. If you have your attendees feel appreciated. If you want 3. Free refreshments people who keep coming to your events, give them to come back next year, you must en- In most cases, attendees will be paying for them some sort of registration discount. It is sure that they leave feeling satisfied. No, a meal when they sign-up. There is usually vital that you reward the people who contin- more than that - in the spirit of Valentine’s coffee or water to go with it, but you can take ue to support you. You need to reciprocate. If Day, they should feel loved. So, how do you it to another level. If you have a social hour, people feel they are exclusive VIPs, they are do it? having guests pay $9.00 for a glass of wine more likely to have a good impression of you. 1. Nail the greeting can take the air out of your event. Find a Studies show that smiles sponsor and offer a complimentary cocktail, 7. Wait on them elicit a strong emotional glass of wine or even champagne. These little If you want to really impress your attend- response. Always, always, freebies can go a long way in impressing your ees, be their waiter. Check up on them. Ask smile and greet attendees attendees. But here’s a tip: don’t make peo- how their day has been. Work the room. Of- as they enter the venue. ple stand in line if they want a non-alcoholic fer to pour them water or coffee. It’s your job This may seem minus- beverage. Fid a way to make that easy to get. to make sure that they feel at ease. The most cule but smiling will make critical aspect of this service is to be genuine. people feel welcome and 4. Accommodation discounts and swag Delivery is critical. Don’t be too forced or March 28, 2018 HARVEY GAIL wanted at your event. If you can finesse it, try to get some sort of fake. You need to actually care. Just be your- 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM PDT Sometimes this is hard for group deal at a hotel. Ideally the rate should self and show interest in how things are go- SPIRE volunteers to do because be less than the published rate. Try to ar- ing. It’s small steps like these that will make The State of the City Address will be given MANAGEMENT they are worried about all range a few special welcome amenities or an attendee appreciate you. by Salem Mayor Chuck Bennett. the details. But just relax and smile. swag for your VIP’s. For example, if you want Attendees are more likely to feel at home if to go the extra mile, pay for a bottle of cham- 8. Say goodbye State of the City is co-hosted by Salem City you use their first name. This is not realistic pagne for your board president or keynote Lastly, don’t just let your attendees wan- Club, Rotary Club of Salem, and Salem Area at large events, but even glancing at a name speaker to earn that extra wow-factor. der out. Stay by the door and make sure they Chamber of Commerce. badge or taking the time to small talk, can be are all squared away as the leave. Ask how key in influencing their overall happiness. 5. Merchandise things went. Or ask about their day. Remem- Salem Convention Center Here’s a trick, put the name of the attendee The truth is, people like free stuff. These ber, they are your guests and you need to see 200 Commercial St SE on both sides of the name badge, then you days the list of give-away items is mind bog- them to the door. Salem, OR 97301 can hand it to them and greet them with their gling, but whatever it is, make it provides If you follow these guidelines, your attend- Date/Time Information: first name in one smooth motion. Nice touch. real utility and value. Ask your sponsors for ees are bound to be impressed and maybe Check-in opens at 11:15 a.m. items as well. By giving people free merchan- even feel loved by your organization. Good Buffet line opens at 11:30 a.m. 2. Shout-out those “thank yous” dise they will feel they have already benefited luck! Program begins at noon A great strategy to make attendees feel ap- from the event. If your event has the time, G. Harvey Gail is president of Spire Man- preciated is to thank them publicly. It is vital consider door prizes. Here’s a tip: for impact agement, a nonprofit consulting, association Fees/Admission: that you make attendees feel important and it’s better to give out fewer valuable door management and event planning company Lunch is $20 involved. Even a quick, “thank you for com- prizes than a lot of inexpensive items. in Salem, OR. SpireManagement.com, @ ing out” is better than not saying anything. HarvGail Free seating will be available to those who Attendees have taken time out of their day to The biggest benefit of giving things away, is prefer not to purchase lunch. spend at your event - they need to feel wel- that people will feel inclined to reciprocate. 4 Peaks Music Festival Expands "What's New" for 2018 Bend's only multi-day music festival, The 4 and Commute Options-will maintain site will lead the late night festivities on the Lava Peaks Music Festival, presented by Hayden traffic flow. Rock Stage. In addition, 4 Peaks is bringing Homes, has expanded their list of new addi- In addition the main bar, a second new back the hugely popular Silent Disco and tions to their 2018 Festival, to be held June Cascade Alchemy/Deschutes Brewery Bar morning yoga. 21-24 at Bend's Stevenson Ranch. will pour favorite local beverages and cut Check the 4 Peaks' website or social media Building upon the strength of the 2017 down on lines. accounts for all news, including information event, the 2018 Festival has plenty of new Within the venue, kids will enjoy the larger on volunteering. tricks up it's sleeve. Attendees should look Kidlandia Area, including a new play struc- for a new camping area reservation system- ture by Hayden Homes. Situated amongst including Luxury Camping Yurts, Happy the camping zone is the newly redesigned Camper RV rentals by Beaver Coaches, Junction Area-sponsored by 92/9-complete Camp GoWesty-while those not staying on with teepees, food, coffee & tea vendors, and site will enjoy Tetherow Resort, the official games. lodging partner of 4 Peaks. https://tetherow. Headlining the 4-day event are Michigan com/go/stay/ jamgrass favorites Greensky Bluegrass and Look for an increase in Hydration Stations, world music collective Nahko and Medi- a redesigned entry system-sponsored by cine for the People. Perennial favorites Poor Nahko & Medicine For The People Blazing Trails, The Central Oregon Breeze, Man's Whiskey, and The Brothers Comatose Page 8 Salem Business Journal March 2018 The Tax Cut That Never Was?

The 2018 “short” legislative session is al corporate income tax rate from 35 percent experts that the legislature’s own Legislative eral pass-through deduction, thereby negat- quickly coming to a close, but there is still to 21 percent, so it was imperative that pass- Revenue Office (LRO) is that Oregon will re- ing over $1 billion in potential tax savings at least one big unanswered question on the through businesses also receive a reduction ceive more revenue as a result of federal tax over the next six years – dollars that are not minds of Oregon small business owners: in their tax liability or else there would be reform in at least the next eight years. That a part of the current state budget forecasts. How will Oregon respond to the enactment in inherent competitive advantage to struc- is, except for our current state budget. Senate Bill 1528B does just that, but it’s not of the federal Tax Cuts & Jobs Act? ture a business as a C-corp, thus the creation Heading into the short session, legislators as if Oregon has ignored the issue of pass- Passed by Congress and of the new 20 percent deduction on pass- were bracing for another conversation about through business income altogether. signed by the President through business income. tax increases to make up for a one-time Oregon was actually a pioneer in recogniz- last December, this once- Here in Oregon, ing the importance of providing tax relief to in-a-generation federal however, the cre- small businesses when it created the Small tax reform legislation was ation of this new Here in Oregon, Business Tax Cut in 2013. Although similar a huge victory for Ameri- deduction ben- to the new federal policy, the Oregon policy can businesses, large and efited small busi- however, the creation is more restrictive than the new, inclusive small. For small businesses in two ways. federal policy that allows the 20 percent de- ANTHONY K. nesses, specifically, the Because of the way of this new deduction duction for most small businesses, with very SMITH creation of a new 20 per- Oregon connects to few exceptions. OREGON STATE cent deduction on pass- the federal tax code What this means is that while about 22,000 DIRECTOR NFIB through business income for the purposes of benefited small Oregon tax filers currently qualify to use the was an especially impor- determining state Oregon Small Business Tax Cut, upwards of tant piece of the larger income tax liabil- businesses in two ways. 300,000 Oregonians would lose a combined package of reforms. ity, as of January 1, total of over $1 billion in tax savings over the Pass-through entities differ from tradition- 2018 Oregon tax- next several years if the Oregon Legislature al C corporations in the way they are taxed, payers’ federal taxable income was lowered, “shortfall”. It turns out that the worrying was decides to disconnect from the federal code. both at the federal and state level. C-corps and so their starting point for calculating all for nothing though – LRO came out new Taking something away from 300,000 Or- pay taxes at the entity level, meaning they their Oregon income tax was also lowered, numbers in mid-February that projected a egon taxpayers, just because 22,000 are al- pay a corporate income tax on their profits. resulting in a state income tax cut. new ending balance for the current budget ready benefiting from another policy is a bad However, profits earned by S-corps, LLC’s, It’s important to keep in mind that the at +$145 million – including all the plusses trade-off. The Legislature, the Governor, and partnerships, and sole proprietorships “pass pass-through deduction is just one of many and minuses of federal tax reform, meaning others with the ability to influence tax policy through” from the business entity to the in- ways that federal tax reform impacts Or- the legislature doesn’t need to pass a single in this state would be wise to rethink this ap- dividual owners of the business. The owners egon’s overall tax revenues. This one line- tax bill in 2018 to balance its budget. On the proach. include this income on their individual in- item reduces one specific type of revenue contrary, the state has some money to spend. Anthony K. Smith is Oregon state director come tax filings. that flows into Oregon’s General Fund, but Nevertheless, the Oregon Legislature has for the National Federation of Independent The Tax Cuts & Jobs Act reduced the feder- the overwhelming consensus from tax policy proposed to “disconnect” from the new fed- Business.

Oregon State Capitol Foundation Speaker Series Presents Salem's Favorite Diner For Oregon Political Nearly 90 Years! Figures for Women’s Family Friendly - Serving History Month Classic Comfort Food Oregon State Capitol Foundation Speaker Tuesday, March Series has set programming for Women’s 20, at Noon in History Month in March. Hearing Room C Tuesday, March 13, at Noon in Hearing Bev Clarno, Room C From Pigs to Poli- Pat McCord Amacher and Gail Wells reveal tics the Norma Paulus story – The Only Woman "Bev Clarno's in the Room. political skills During her years of public service, span- took root in child- ning the 1970s through the early 2000s, hood on a farm in Norma Paulus occupied a distinctive niche Eastern Oregon in Oregon’s progressive political ecosystem. where she was Her vivid personality and strong convictions expected to haul endeared her to a broad swath of citizens. as much pig slop as her brother. No whin- Engaging and opinionated, charming and ing. No complaining. She grew up to become forceful, Paulus was widely covered in state- Oregon's wide and national newspapers and television Speaker of the House where she was no- during her eventful, sometimes controversial body's snowflake. Two decades later, she's Open 6am to 2pm Monday thru Friday career. Now, The Only Woman in the Room still nobody's snowflake. Her rendition of the documents her life and work in a lively, an- record is a treasure," Senator Betsy Johnson. ecdotal history that will appeal to historians, 347 Court St. Downtown, Salem political scientists, newshounds, and ordi- nary citizens alike. March 2018 Salem Business Journal Page 9 What You Need To Know As The Beneficiary of A Trust

Most folks that are not in the legal or fi- • Asset collection and pro- nal settlement, the trustee must demonstrate ital gains taxes owed on assets in the trust are nance business have little experience with tection -- Two of the trustee's key responsi- to the beneficiaries that all assets and income paid by the trust. Upon the grantor's death, trusts. If you have been named as a ben- bilities are collecting assets earmarked for have been properly administered and dis- the assets in the trust are not considered eficiary of a trust, you probably have many the trust and ensuring the protection of those tributed. part of his or her estate and are therefore not questions about what that means. Trusts can assets. For instance, if real estate is included In addition to regular accounting of trust subject to estate taxes. While requiring some take many forms and may as a trust asset, the trustee is responsible for assets, beneficiaries have a right to request loss of grantor control, a properly drafted be governed by unique the maintenance and upkeep of the property a special accounting from the trustee if there irrevocable living trust allows individuals provisions established by and maintaining appropriate insurance on is reason to suspect a problem with the trust- of substantial wealth to begin transferring the creator of the trust or the property. In the case of financial assets, ee's performance of his or her fiduciary role. assets to beneficiaries during their lifetime "grantor." As a trust ben- such as cash or securities, the trustee must If it is found that the trustee is in violation without incurring gift or estate tax. eficiary, you have certain maintain one or more separate accounts on of his or her responsibilities or fails to pro- For example, the normal annual limit on rights, but to ensure that behalf of trust beneficiaries. The trustee may vide proper documentation of trust activity, tax-free gifts from an individual is $15,000 your financial and other also collect assets to liquidate and distribute then the beneficiary has the right to take per beneficiary in 2018. Under some circum- RAY SAGNER interests are fully protect- stances, a taxpayer may include amounts ed, you need some basic above that in his or her unified estate and gift FINANCIAL Being named as a beneficiary of a trust is COLUMNIST information about differ- tax exclusion amount. In addition, upon the ent trust structures and indeed a welcome event, but not without its grantor's death, appreciation on the remain- their management. complications and, if handled improperly, ing trust assets is not subject to estate tax, At their most basic, trusts can be grouped with some limitations. into two broad categories -- living trusts and unfortunate consequences. Being named as a beneficiary of a trust is testamentary trusts. A living trust is created indeed a welcome event, but not without its by an individual during his or her lifetime. complications and, if handled improperly, The grantor transfers property to a trust that the entire proceeds to the beneficiaries. legal action, including removing the trustee unfortunate consequences. For help under- is managed for the trust beneficiaries by a • Investment oversight -- The trustee en- and requesting a replacement. Such action is standing your rights and protecting your trustee. The grantor may act as trustee, or he sures there is a plan in place to address the normally handled by filing a petition with the inheritance, it may be wise to engage the ser- or she may appoint another family member needs and interests of current and future local probate court. vices of an experienced trust attorney. or family advisor, such as an attorney or ac- beneficiaries. Typically, trust investments Living trusts may be revocable or irrevo- The purpose of this article is to inform our countant to be the trustee. A testamentary are expected to generate income for benefi- cable. As its name implies, property held in readers about financial planning/life issues. trust is established by will upon the death of ciaries while also retaining and reinvesting a revocable trust may be "revoked" at any It is not intended, nor should it be used, as a the person whose assets it represents. Testa- principal. In some cases, the trustee may time; the terms of the trust may be changed, substitute for specific legal, accounting, or fi- mentary trusts can be used for many purpos- have the authority to make distributions of and assets returned to the grantor. He or she nancial advice. As advice in these disciplines es; chief among them to provide for current principal to beneficiaries. can establish detailed instructions as to the may only be given in response to inquiries and future beneficiaries. • Taxes -- The trustee reports all income handling of trust assets during his or her life regarding specific situations from a trained In either case, it is the trustee who is generated by trust assets and pays tax on any and ensure continuity of management upon professional. Ray Sagner is a Certified Fi- charged with administering the trust in strict undistributed income as well as capital gains incapacity or death. Revocable trusts need nancial Plannerô professional with The accordance with its terms. If the fiduciary realized by the trust. In addition, the trustee not be filed in probate court after death, thus Legacy Group, Ltd, a fee only Registered In- duty (the duty to put your interests first) of informs beneficiaries of the amounts that maintaining family privacy. However, the vestment Advisory Firm, in Salem. Ray can the trustee is breached in some way, benefi- they must report on their personal income grantor will be subject to income and estate be contacted at 503-581-6020, or by email at ciaries have the right to protect their inter- tax returns because of trust distributions. tax as if the property were owned outright. [email protected] You may view ests by taking legal action against the trustee. • Recordkeeping -- The trustee is respon- In contrast, assets placed in an irrevocable the Company’s web site at WWW.TheLega- Following is a brief overview of the trustee's sible for documenting every transaction that trust are permanently removed from the cyGroup.com role and responsibilities. takes place in the trust accounts. Prior to fi- grantor's estate, and any income and/or cap-

May 3-4-5 TacoCrawlSalem.com Page 10 Salem Business Journal March 2018 Trickery And Deception Are A Part Of Keeping Citizens In The Dark Oregon voters were bamboozled when they All the while this short session blatantly mary statement. Words matter. Read all of place over the course of months, but won’t. approved annual legislative sessions in 2010. disregards, pushes out and ignores the voic- the bill very carefully. Hidden deep within Stifling discussion on key elements of any The bill of goods the voters were sold back es of the people, the very ones legislators are the pages, striking, outlandish, and often bill is a sure sign that bills are not what they then was that the short legislative session supposed to be representing. detrimental language that changes every- claim to be.This is not at all what voters were would examine the budget and make any Controversial, complicated legislation thing the bill was touted to be can be found. sold back in 2010. necessary adjustments to it. Should there be moving fast through this short 35-day ses- Here is a sampling of some bills that were Some would say it is time to do away with a major emergency, the legislature would be sion is difficult enough to follow by those not all they appeared to be. SB 1540, low- annual sessions. Sadly, this horse is out of able to address it. The who are in the building regularly, for those ers the age of consent (for sexual contact or the barn. There’s a snowball’s chance in hell voters were told the state who are well read and for those who are ac- intercourse) from 14 to 12 years of age, put- voters will any time soon get the opportunity is too complex, and that tively involved in policy issues and follow the ting children at risk of abuse and interfering to eliminate annual sessions or try to make annual sessions would session very closely. I was recently surprised with parent-child relationships. HB 4135 legislators stick to the original intent of the make government more to learn from someone who is in the building known as the “kill grandma bill,” threatens “short session.” efficient. None of that daily and highly versed on a high-profile is- the lives of the most vulnerable among us, Remember, once the “people” give away has been proven true. sue, that aside from her targeted issue area, the elderly. It allows health care representa- any liberties, freedoms or personal rights, This 2018 short ses- she was completely unaware of other highly tives to remove access to food and water for they are gone forever. And should HJR 203, PATTI MILNE sion is evidence once contentious bills that she cares deeply about, some dementia and Alzheimer's patients. granting a fundamental right to health care PEOPLE, again that Oregonians and were moving through the process with- HB 4145, is called the “boyfriend loophole at state expense, be put into the Oregon Con- PLACES & are being forced to open out her knowledge. bill.” Victims of domestic violence are more stitution, it will not be removed! This should POLITICS up their wallets to pay If those in the building daily are left in the afraid of the offender than of a gun, and this be enough motivation for any citizen to be the extravagant cost of dark, where does that leave the majority of bill does not fix those systemic problems of more vigilant, well informed and politically the majority party’s abuse of power. The lib- Oregonians on critical pieces of legislation domestic violence. HJR 203 would change active on all matters before the legislature. erals seem to gloat over the atrocities they that will dramatically affect them? Even if the Oregon Constitution “establishing ob- And, don’t think for a minute that what hap- are throwing on struggling small businesses a citizen were to, or could take time from ligation of state to ensure every resident of pens in Salem does not affect you, your fam- and Oregonians who work hard just to keep work to go to testify or at least sit through state,” a fundamental right to health care. ily and your future. What they do does affect their heads above water and put food on a hearing, hearings, floor sessions and vote Democrats intend on going around the ballot everything about every aspect of your life. their family’s table. time changes happen at a moment’s notice. title process and around the election process Remember that. The far-left liberal Democrat majority par- Citizen involvement is not a part of this short to ensure this passes! Patti Milne, retired Marion County Com- ty leadership continues to ram through bad session process. Extremely controversial bills. Even a bill to missioner and State Representative, can be legislation at the speed of light in the dark of Trickery and deception are a part of keep- change the Oregon Constitution! Necessary, reached at 503.551.5590. Watch Patti on night, taking an incredibly destructive toll on ing citizens in the dark too. Just as we are important, broad discussions on all of these CCTV’s new show, Moms Matters. the legislative process and legislators them- told not to judge a book by its cover, be fore- bills are endless for the betterment of all selves. warned: don’t judge legislation by its sum- Oregonians. These discussions should take New “Sip & Paint” Studio Opening in the Pearl District

Painting & Vine announced today it will be porate team building event, birthday party, master gardener. She has been teaching – you’re sure to leave with a creation to be opening a “Sip & Paint” art studio on Febru- bachelorette party, or a family get-together. acrylic painting for 30 yrs. She traveled for proud of. Its not only art – its art therapy!! ary 23, 2018 in the Pearl District. The stu- Rob Mishkin, owner of the studio, said in a 7 years restoring his- dio, located at 1334 NW 13th Ave., is leasing recent interview…“We are very excited to be- torical buildings, (state space in the commercial/retail space at the come a merchant in the fast growing and hip capitals, preforming art NV Apartments. Pearl District. Many painters find their “in- theaters, churches) and The “Sip & Paint” art studio - deriving its ner artist” at our studio, and it is not uncom- 4 years restoring statues. name from the two basic activities done at mon for them to go on to paint more often. She paints wildlife for the studio, i.e. sip wine and paint a paint- And, painting at our studio isn't like taking log cabin companies and ing - feeds into Portlanders' growing desire an art class, our guests aren't expected to be works with local design- to find something different, affordable, and artistically savvy -- it's "fun art". ers creating one of a kind enjoyable to do with their friends, family, or In fact, we use the word event not class to art for their customers. co-workers. And, often entertainment activi- describe the activity. This is an awesome It’s always been her ties are passive – at Painting & Vine they are place to meet new people, socialize with a passion to teach art, flo- interactive. While viewing an example paint- friend, or see your neighbors. After all, you ral arranging, the art of ing, painters follow along as their instructor can have a drink anywhere, but the experi- making tea, and garden- guides them, step-by-step and layer-by-layer ence, including creating a piece of art makes ing – and now it’s her full as they create their own version of the art- this a unique environment. Mishkin went on time work. Her classes work. Enjoying a glass of wine or a craft beer to add, “… I know you’ll leave with painting are not only fun, but also adds to the overall experience. The studio in hand and awe in your heart.” informative, whether also functions as DIY art studio, serving the Debra is the owner and artist at Painting you come to spend time needs of a niche market, one in which DIYers and Vine. She has been creating and paint- with friends drinking create art that can displayed at their resi- ing art since childhood. She is a certified wine and painting, or dence. florist (and will be adding floral classes at a just want to sharpen Painting & Vine is a perfect venue for a cor- later date), a certified yoga instructor, and your painting skills Owner and Artist ... Debra Wright March 2018 Salem Business Journal Page 11 A Cup Of Lectins To Go Ciao a tutti: think I could have been that wrong!!!! Those – yes, after many, many years in the States in chunks. Have you had your “lectins” today? I will are the vegetables that you should limit if you –legally- I am still learning “I can’t wrap my Soak the beans overnight in cold water. have a cup of lectins to go, thank you! Oh no, want to avoid the now famous LECTINS. head around it” So I am going to do a mini I might have neutralized the lectins in this I lost my lectins! Have you But wait, there is more. I did not mention version of Lectins 101: Lectins are protein step! Next day, drain and rinse. Add water seen my lectins anywhere? the legumes yet!! Yes the type of food that that binds carbs with the organism. It is like again and cook in a large saucepan for about If you have seen them, run everybody thinks we should eat because glue that, if the right molecule swings by, it one hour. Add all the ingredients except the the other way! It seems they are full of protein and good for you, like will stick to the lectins. So for example, vi- pumpkin. Boil all the vegetables for about that lectins are not neces- beans, lentils, peas, peanuts (seems to be the ruses with the help of the lectins, attach a couple of minutes then reduce heat to a sary to your system, actu- worse, especially for men) soy, wheat, grains some cells and that is not good! Is that mini low simmer for about 45 minutes or until ally for some people they and more, are actually pretty unfriendly to enough for you? the vegetables are soft. Now add the pump- could be harmful. your system. Now, I will give you a soup recipe using lec- kin for to the last fifteen minutes of cooking. LULLU TRUITT A couple years ago I The secret to continue eating these le- tins infested ingredients. Cooking all those vegetables, will reduce the SBJ FOOD wrote an article on SBJ gumes is to soak them overnight. You can’t Barlotti beans, chopped onion, garlic, “power” of the infamous lectins. EDITOR about eating lots of leafy eliminate all the lectins out of your food since chopped celery, carrots in chunks, kale Serve over crispy rustic bread drizzled with vegetables; so many that most of your food has them. roughly cut up, turnip in chucks, cubed olive oil. I decided to include some other types like I really don’t want to get into the chemical pumpkin. broccoli, artichokes, zucchini, eggplants, analysis of the Lectins (it would be way over Sage leaves, chopped parsley, bay leaf, ex- Until next time, keep on cooking peppers, tomatoes. Well, well…..I didn’t my head or, as I am learning a new phrase tra virgin olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano rind Lullu

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John L. Scott Real Estate Salem Office - 503-585-0100 salemoffice.johnlscott.com Page 22 Salem Business Journal March 2018 How To Prevent #MeToo In The Workplace

It thrived on the silence of women, who bring the entire work force together as they rassment is and ensuring your companies dividual's work performance, or creates an were afraid to confront their perpetrators. addresses and ultimately learn from these has a zero tolerance policy in place." intimidating, hostile, or offensive work en- And the women's trepidation to address the experiences. In January, a nonprofit agency called Stop vironment. problem only enabled the offenders, grant- A partner at Saalfeld Griggs, Briggs' prac- Street Harassment discovered in its online "I commend SEDCOR for taking a proac- ing them impunity. tice focuses on employment law and litiga- survey that 81 percent of women and 43 per- tive approach to discussing how to prevent Until last fall when 84 women shattered the tion. He counsels employers in the areas of cent of men had experienced some form of sexual harassment," Briggs said. "I under- silence by accusing movie producer Harvey employment advice, business litigation and sexual harassment during their lifetime, ac- stand many people are uncomfortable talk- Weinstein of alleged sexual harassment and employment litigation. cording to a National Public Radio article. ing about it or believe they have the policies assault. By stepping out of their fear to share "Employers, now more than ever, need to This equates to 4 out of 10 men and 8 out in place to prevent it in their business, but their stories, those women provided the be proactive in ensuring that their workplac- of 10 women. Most sexual harassment in- from my experience, I can share that's not courage for other women to come forward, es are free from harassment and discrimina- cidents are never reported because victims always the case." voicing allegations of unwarranted sexual tion," Briggs said. fear losing their jobs, being called a liar or While the #MeToo movement has made it advances by prominent men including jour- Both Briggs and Reese shared companies, the harassment escalating. easier for people to share incidents, Reese nalists, politicians, professional athletes, ce- said many people never discuss what hap- lebrities and CEOs. pened. Once the floodgates broke, people from all "Sexual harassment often goes unreported backgrounds, occupations and ages turned "I commend SEDCOR for taking a because the victim fears they won't be be- to social media to share their #MeToo sto- lieved or retaliation such as losing their job," ries of unwanted sexual advancements in the proactive approach to discussing Reese said. "It's important every business workplace from factories to classrooms and has a 100 percent safe method for employees corporate offices to government chambers. how to prevent sexual harassment," to report incidents." Understanding a safe workplace is essen- As a husband and a father to five children tial to the success of every business, Stra- Briggs said. including two daughters, Briggs said educa- tegic Economic Development Corporation tion is the key component to putting a stop to or SEDCOR is hosting "How to prevent sexual harassment. #MeToo in the workplace" at noon Wednes- "From the company's CEO to its manag- day, March 14 at the Broadway Commons in ers to its human resource department, there Salem. To register for the lunch, visit sedcor. government agencies and nonprofits should Sexual harassment is a form of sex dis- needs to be a clear and consistent message co. be taking steps to create safe and comfort- crimination that violates Title VII of the Civil that there is zero tolerance for sexual harass- Guest speakers and attorneys David Briggs able working environments for its employ- Rights Act of 1964. While the feder- the top with the CEO/President and that's Garrett Hemann Robertson PC will share "It is also imperative that employers are al law applies to employers with 15 or more why I encourage them to attend this lunch what businesses can do to prevent sexual prepared for times when employees allege employees, including state and local govern- and learn how critical their role is in curbing harassment in the workplace, what signs to that there is harassment or discrimination in ments, Oregon's law places the threshold at sexual harassment at their workplace." look for and how to respond to allegations. the workplace," Briggs added. one employee. It also applies to employment Strategic Economic Development Corpora- Reese and Briggs will be joined by Suzi Al- Reese is a shareholder at Garret Hemann agencies and to labor organizations, as well tion (SEDCOR) is a private, non-profit mem- ligood, a third-party human resources pro- Robertson, where his litigation practice fo- as to the federal government. bership organization, composed of over 500 fessional from Xenium, a member of the cuses on employment and labor law, civil Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for business and community leaders. SEDCOR’s Stoller family of businesses. A vice president litigation and human resource consultation. sexual favors, and other verbal or physical mission is to enhance and diversify the Mid- of people development and culture, Alligood "Companies of all sizes need to take pre- conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual Willamette Valley economy by retaining and assists employers manage the many sensi- ventative measures in stopping sexual ha- harassment when this conduct explicitly or attracting high value jobs and capital invest- tive issues triggered by a harassment report, rassment from occurring," Reese said. "The implicitly affects an individual's employment, while supporting the performance of both navigating legal risk and working to first step is understanding what sexual ha- ment, unreasonably interferes with an in- existing businesses. County Commissioners Present Annual State Of The County Address On February 14, Oregon’s 159th birthday, the world. This bridge has a regional impact safety services. The county is launching Law She said, “This is the best job I’ve ever had. Commissioners Janet Carlson, Kevin Cam- and we believe it’s necessary for this area to Enforcement Assisted Diversion to connect As a county commissioner, we can see the eron, and Sam Brentano delivered their an- survive and thrive.” certain non-violent offenders with treat- influence of the work that we do every day.” nual State of the County address to a packed Commissioner Cameron gave several ex- ment, housing, and health services in lieu of The State of the County can be viewed on You- house as part of SEDCOR’s monthly eco- amples of economic development initiatives jail, and is working alongside the Mid- Valley Tube at http://bit.ly/2018StateoftheCounty nomic business forum. The commissioners in the Santiam Canyon, North Marion Coun- Community Action Agency and other com- or on the Board of Commissioners Facebook covered topics ranging from innovation and ty, and Salem-Keizer. He also made the case munity partners to open a shelter for run- page (@MarionCountyBoard). technology for agriculture, to infrastructure for a dedicated patrol district in East Salem away and homeless youth. Other new initia- The State of the County kicks off the com- investments, public and mental health, pub- that would add ten deputies, stating, “This tives include Stepping Up which will divert missioners’ annual community tour with lic safety, and homelessness. will free up deputies to serve our rural com- mentally ill people from the county jail and town hall meetings throughout the county. Commissioner Brentano focused his re- munities. Public safety always has to be our pre-trial justice which will prioritize jail stays For more information about State of the marks on forest policy and transportation. priority as elected officials.” for those awaiting trial by their likelihood County or Marion County’s programs and Affirming Marion County’s support for a Commissioner Carlson’s comments fo- of appearing for court and safety risk to the services, visit our website at www.co.marion. Third Bridge across the Willamette River, cused on public safety, homelessness, and community. or.us contact the Board of Commissioners Brentano said, “The roads from Marion and mental health. As a community priority, Commissioner Carlson concluded her por- Office at (503) 588-5212 or commissioners@ Polk counties are necessary to get people and Marion County allocates approximately 78 tion of the presentation by announcing her co.marion.or.us. products to and from Salem and the rest of percent of the general fund budget to public retirement at the end of her current term. March 2018 Salem Business Journal Page 23 Oregon Seeks Input as it Nominates Areas for Federal Opportunity Zone Designation The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 estab- egon businesses and spur investment in our lishes a new federal tax incentive to encourage state’s rural or underserved communities,” long-term investments in certain low-income said Business Oregon director Chris Harder. communities. The "Opportunity Zone" des- Business Oregon has created a web page ignation allows private investment in these with currently available information on the communities from new "Opportunity Funds." process, and a form to solicit input from the Private investment from an Opportunity general public. Linked from that page is also Fund within an Opportunity Zone may earn a map to help communities locate eligible LIC tax relief on both the capital gains invested in census tracts. The map includes economic the fund, and gains generated through the in- data that may be useful in identifying areas vestment by the fund. An Opportunity Zone that could benefit from zone status as well as is a low-income community census tract des- attract investment. The state of Oregon is also ignation to be made by the U.S. Department partnering with the Association of Oregon of Treasury. Counties, League of Oregon Cities, and each Each state's governor may nominate eligible of Oregon's nine federally-recognized Tribal census tracts already designated as a "Low In- Governments to solicit local and tribal gov- come Community" (LIC) by the federal New ernment feedback Market Tax Credit program. Low Income The web page will also be continually updat- Communities are tracts with a poverty rate of ed as Business Oregon gets more information at least 20% or with median family incomes on the program from the U.S. Department of that do not exceed 80% of area median in- Treasury. To ensure Oregon meets nomina- come. Of Oregon's 366 eligible LICs, the state tion deadlines, all input is due by 5:00 pm on may nominate no more than 86 to be desig- March 14, 2018. nated as Opportunity Zones. www.oregon4biz.com/Opportunity-Zones/ “The Opportunity Zone program has the Contact : Nathan Buehler , 503-689-3559. potential to be another tool to help grow Or-

Become A Minister Today Page 24 Salem Business Journal March 2018 7 Ways to Keep Your Office Safe

Don’t take safety for granted. Most offices a vital aspect of office safety. You need to picious activity. According to the National don’t have the same password for every ac- are a veritable treasure trove of information, ensure that employees know exactly where Institute of Justice, improving exterior light- count. If your password does get lost, whoev- but often have minimal protection. Are you to go and what to do when things happen. ing can help to reduce crime by 20%. The er finds it or figures it out will have access to prepared if something hap- They need to know where to find exits, fire best strategy is to use motion detected lights all your important documents and personal pens to an employee, your extinguishers and safe spaces. Do they have which will switch on and make the criminal files. Make sure the passwords are long and computers get hacked or contact numbers for others in your building? feel they are being watched. A side benefit is varied - with no obvious personal ties. a door key is stolen? Here Take the time to create a handbook or guide that good lighting helps to improve the pro- Furthermore, it’s important to have some are seven tips for keeping a for what to do in case of an emergency. This duction and morale of employees. sort of password database where you store safer office. small step is critical to office safety. 3. Alarm system every office password. Be sure to protect the 1. Educate your employ- 2. Lighting Alarm systems are advanced to the point database as well with some kind of keyword. ees Having great lighting is an excellent way that you can watch the cameras on your In addition, having effective virus protec- MARY LOUISE Will your employees to deter crime. A well-lit office (interior and phone and even switch back and forth be- tion would help to make sure you don’t get VANNATTA know how to act in case exterior) not only suggests that people are tween them. Most systems will automatically hacked. TELLING YOUR of an emergency? This is present, but also helps to illuminate any sus- trigger a call to the police. It is now afford- 6. Lock up your documents STORY able to get live videotaping so you can cap- Any key document (contracts, card num- ture images of anyone casing your office or bers, confidential info) all need to be locked parking lot. up safely. If for some reason the office does 4. Fire safety get infiltrated, make sure your most impor- Taking the proper precautions to avoid fires tant material is protected. These documents is another necessary office step. According to should also be backed up somewhere on a se- Richard Campbell of National Fire Protec- cure hard drive. It would be disastrous if any tion Association (NFPA) reports, “during the of your important files were stolen. five-year period of 2007 - 2011, NFPA esti- 7. Good habits mates that U.S. fire departments responded In most cases, multiple employees will have to an average of 3,340 fires in office proper- access to keys or badges to get into the build- ties per year. These fires caused an annual ing. Make sure these employees are trusted 503.485.2222 WVBK.COM averaged of… $112 million in property dam- and can be relied upon to not misplace their age.” This suggests that taking the time to building access. If keys do get lost, have an fireproof your office will pay off. insurance plan in place to ensure that the Pay attention to all the cords running locks get changed. Make sure the doors are State of the City Address through an office (printer, laptops, etc.). always locked, an alarm is primed, and a few Be sure that none of the cords are wearing lights are left on. or fraying. Also, be careful that space heat- If you follow these easy steps, your office Salem Mayor ers are not left on or overturned. These are a safety will be vastly improved. common cause of fires and need to be moni- Mary Louise VanNatta is CEO of VanNatta Chuck Bennett tored. Public Relations at PR and Event Planning 5. Passwords company in Salem, Oregon www.PRSalem. Having strong and varied passwords is nec- com, @PRSalem. essary for office safety. Make sure that you

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 Salem Convention Center -Check-in opens at 11:15 a.m. -Buffet line opens at 11:30 a.m. -Program begins at noon

Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting one of the sponsoring groups. Or, you may buy your lunch tickets at the door at a cost of $20. Free seating will be available to those who prefer not to purchase lunch. Please join us!

State of the City is co-hosted by Salem City Club, Rotary Club of Salem, and Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. March 2018 Salem Business Journal Page 25 Chemeketa to host VEX Robotics State Finale March 9 & 10 Tournament Determines Which Oregon Teams Will Head To The National Championships

On Friday & Saturday, March 9 & 10, across the state competing November-March 6-9 pm Qualifying Rounds For more than 40 years, Chemeketa Chemeketa Community College will host the to earn a spot at the state championship. Community College has committed itself VEX Robotics Oregon State Championship. Chemeketa is a supporter of VEX, encour- Saturday, March 10 to transforming lives and our community Held in the Building 7 Gym on the Salem aging all schools and students to become 8- 10:30 am Venue opens; technical through exceptional learning experiences in campus, this public event will feature partic- part of the solution of the growing need for interviews/skills challenge; Chemeketa cam- the Mid-Willamette Valley. As the second ipants demonstrating their robot construc- robotics technicians. The college has been pus tours multi-campus district in Oregon, Cheme- tion, technical skills and teamwork abilities. involved with robotics since the mid-‘80s 10:30 am Official welcome keta serves 50,000 students annually at its Eighty-two middle and high school teams and recently launched a two-year Robotics 11 am-2 pm Qualifying rounds Salem and Yamhill Valley campuses, as well from across Oregon will compete to qualify degree covering multiple aspects of robotics 2:30-4 pm Elimination rounds as Brooks, Eola, Winema, Dallas, Woodburn for the VEX Robotics World Championship including design, construction, maintenance 4:15 pm Awards ceremony and Chemeketa Center for Business and In- in Louisville, KY this April. and programming. dustry (CCBI). Oregon VEX Robotics began 12 years ago To learn more about the event, contact Chemeketa Community College is an equal with the goal of engaging students in the Friday, March 9 Beth Dorais at [email protected] opportunity/affirmative action employer field of robotics. Since then, the program has 5-6:30 pm Venue opens to teams; 503.399.5293 and educational institution. grown from six teams to more than 107 from robot inspections

General Info attempts will take place Saturday morning The Oregon VRC State Championship between 8:30 am and 10:30 am on the main Platinum Division is graciously hosted by fields. Winema High School and Chemeketa Com- This tourrnmanet will give the follow- munity College. This is the premier VEX ing awards: Oregon VRC Excellence Award Robotics Competetion event in Oregon and Winner. The winner of this award qualifies will determine which teams will advance to for the VRC World Championship.* Oregon the Vex Robotics Competition (VRC) World VRC State Champions: All three teams on Championship in Louisville, KY. This event the winning alliance qualify for the VRC is run in conjunction with the Oregon VRC World Championship.* State Championship Gold Division tourna- Oregon VRC Middle School Excellence ment. Award. The winner of this award qualifies Teams must qualify for the Platinum Di- for the VRC World Championship.* Oregon vision through performance at a qualifying VRC Design Award, Oregon VRC Sports- tournament. For most qualifying tourna- manship Award, Oregon VRC Judges Award, ments this means being on the winning al- Oregon VRC Skills Challenge Champion liance or the high school excellence award winner. Qualifying tournaments that are * If a team double qualifies for the VRC large enough will also qualify the middle World Championship, the highest High school excellence award winner. for the event. During this event teams will Gold Division teams that were not selected School Skill Challenge Score from the Or- The event will be held in the main gym, have technical interviews, compete in quali- in elimination rounds. egon Global list is invited to the VRC World building 7, on the Chemeketa Community fying matches, alliance selection and finally Championship. This team will be contacted College campus. This is a two-day event the elimination round matches. Platinum Skills Challenge the week following the state championship. opening at 4:00 pm on Friday and finish- Division teams that are not selected in the Teams will have up to three Drivers Skills ing at 5:00 pm on Saturday. Be prepared to alliance selection are eligible to participate Challenge and three Programming Skills turn in your engineering journals at check in in a combined consolation bracket with the Challenges at the event. All Skills Challenge

Marion County Community Forums Schedule 2018 Mt. Angel or.us for updates) February 21 March 9 Stayton/Sublimity Keizer Mt. Angel Library Silverton Hospital (Conference room about March 21 April 5 290 E Charles St., Mt. Angel the Family Birth Center) Santiam Golf Club Keizer Civic Center 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. 342 Fairview St., Silverton 8724 Golf Club Road SE, Aumsville 930 Chemawa Road N, Keizer Hosted by Mt. Angel Chamber of Com- 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. merce and City of Mt. Angel Hosted by Silverton Chamber of Commerce Hosted by Stayton Area Rotary Hosted by Keizer Rotary Register: www.silvertonchamber.org Register: https://staytonarearotary.org/ Register: http://keizerrotary.org/ Jefferson Salem March 8 North Santiam Canyon April 5 Woodburn Jefferson City Hall March 15 Salem Area Chamber of Commerce – Pub- April 26 150 N 2nd St., Jefferson, OR Gates Fire Hall lic Policy Meeting Legacy Health Center – Woodlands Room 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 140 E Sorbin, Gates 1110 Commercial St. NE, Salem 1475 Mt. Hood Ave., Woodburn Hosted by the City of Jefferson 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Hosted by North Santiam Chamber of Hosted by Salem Area Chamber of Com- Hosted by Woodburn Rotary Silverton (Tentative; visit www.co.marion. Commerce merce Register: http://woodburnrotary.org/ Spirit Mountain Casino Entertainment

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Howie Mandel's comedic career has encompassed nearly every aspect of the entertainment business for more than 30 years, including television, film, and stage. He has worked on several television series including the Emmy-Award winning St. Else- where and the animated show Bobby's World for which he voiced several of the characters. He also continues to perform stand-up comedy throughout the United States and Canada. Mandel currently serves as a judge on the talent competition show America's Got Talent, and was previously the host of the popular game show Deal or No Deal. Saturday, March 3, 2018 Montgomery Gentry

Best-selling power duo Montgomery Gen- try has electrified the country music world for over 15 years with their distinct blend of vocals and lyrics. Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry, friends from Kentucky with a shared passion for music and family, formed the band in 1999 and together set the country scene on fire with songs like “Hillbilly Shoes,” “Self Made Man,” a cover of “All Night Long,” “My Town,” “Hell Yeah,” “If You Ever Stop Loving Me,” “Something To Be Proud Of,” “Lucky Man,” and “Better Me,” the lead single to their latest album. They have won numerous ACM and CMA Awards; they shocked and thrilled the country world in late 2000 when they won the CMA’s Vocal Duo of the Year award, unseat- ing Brooks & Dunn for the first time in 8 years. After thousands of performances and millions of albums sold to fans all over the world, the duo was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2009, at the invitation of Charlie Daniels. In September of 2017 Troy died in a heli- copter crash in New Jersey, but Eddie announced that he would continue performing as a solo act in support of the new album and to honor his friend. The Clairvoyants

Amélie van Tass and Thommy Ten are “The Clairvoyants.” They were both born and raised in Austria and now reside in Austria and America. When they met in October 2011, they began to develop their "second sight" act, and two months later brought it on stage for the first time. Within a year they had developed a full length show. Shortly thereafter, they started touring Europe. In 2016, they decided to take part in the biggest talent show in the world, “America’s Got Talent.” After four months, six different performances and more than 100,000 contestants battling for the trophy, America voted them second place. Van Tass and Ten were awarded “The Ger- man Champions of Mentalism,” “Magicians of the Year 2015,” and, also in 2015, were enthusiastically chosen as the “World Cham- pions of Mentalism,” a prize that hasn't been awarded in 30 years. Salem Art Association March Calendar 7:30 pm Bush Barn Art Center | 600 Mission Awards Reception: Saturday, March 10 | Reception: Friday, March 9 | 5:30-7:30 pm St. SE Salem FREE Noon-3 pm (Awards at 1 pm) Bush Barn Art Bush Barn Art Center | 600 Mission St. SE Start your weekend off right, with art. Center | 600 Mission St. SE Salem FREE Salem FREE Mingle with artists and art enthusiasts, sip Now in its 9th year, the Young Artists’ Show- (Co)Habitants features recent artworks by wine, and enjoy complimentary snacks from case (YAS) has grown into a highly antici- Oregon State University students Michael the SAA Gallery Guides while you absorb pated event for K-12 students, teachers, and Burke, Alec Landon, Jennifer McCloskey, and the creative atmosphere. On view will be Di- parents in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties. Suehade Soto. These artists explore individu- ane Beals’ portraits of local young women in The exhibit features artwork by hundreds of Braids and Brawn: The Power of Girls; art students at the Bush Barn Art Center, which is from four Oregon State University students operated by the Salem Art Association (SAA). Aaron Wilson, Self Portrait in (Co)Habitants; and classically-inspired oil In addition to participating schools, SAA ac- First Tuesday Art Talk with Aaron Wilson paintings in Aron Michael Johnston: The Art cepts works of art from individual K-12 stu- Tuesday, March 6 | 10 am Bush Barn Art of Observation. Also on view, but with a sepa- dents in the tri-county area. Center | 600 Mission St. SE Salem FREE rate Awards Reception on Saturday, will be This exhibition is sponsored by Maps Credit Come hear about the process behind pho- hundreds of pieces of student art in the Young Union, Salem Sunrise Rotary, and the Epping tographer Aaron Wilson’s images at this First Artists’ Showcase. Join the Salem Art Associa- Family Foundation. Tuesday Art Talk. Born in Salem, Oregon, tion for this celebration of new exhibits at the Salem Art Association exhibitions are al- Aaron is a digital photographer who takes a Bush Barn Art Center. ways free and open to the public. Gallery large amount of his inspiration from life expe- Diane Beals, Chauncey, 16, “I am empow- hours are Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-5 riences that shape his overall world view. He ered by my voice.” pm, and Saturday-Sunday from Noon-5 pm. is also the Salem Art Association’s Emerging Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/ Artist for 2018. young-artists-showcase/. A meeting of the SAA Gallery Guides will Aron Michael Johnston, The Last Moments take place after the lecture. Anyone interested of Sgt. Pepper al narratives and their environments. in learning more about this important group Aron Michael Johnston: The Art of Obser- This exhibition is sponsored by SunBelt of volunteer docents is welcome to attend the vation March 10-April 21 Reception: Friday, Rentals. meeting. March 9 | 5:30-7:30 pm Bush Barn Art Center Salem Art Association exhibitions are always | 600 Mission St. SE Salem FREE free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Aron Michael Johnston is a self taught oil Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-5 pm, and Sat- painter. He explores the two complimentary urday-Sunday from Noon-5 pm. Learn more aspects of observation and memory while de- online at https://SalemArt.org/cohabitants/. veloping artistic expertise. His body of work Jo Hockenhull, Love? (In the Afternoon) reflects the current state of his evolution as an Artist-in-Residence: Jo Hockenhull March artist and interprets observed reality in paint. 18-31 Bush Barn Art Center | 600 Mission St. SE Salem FREE During her time as the Salem Art Association’s Artist-in-Residence, Jo Young Artists’ Showcase Art Drop-Off Fri- Hockenhull’s focus is on ex- day-Sunday, March 2-4 | Noon-5 pm Bush perimentation, and the com- Barn Art Center | 600 Mission St. SE Salem Braids and Brawn: The Power of Girls bining and layering of vari- FREE Through March 31 Reception: Saturday, ous printmaking techniques. The Salem Art Association invites K-12 stu- March 10 | Noon-3 pm Bush Barn Art Center This includes traditional ap- dents in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties to | 600 Mission St. SE Salem FREE proaches such as drypoint, submit one piece of art for the Young Artists’ Braids and Brawn: The Power of Girls is a etching, monotype, collage, Showcase. To enter: photo documentary by Salem photographer shaped plates, stencil, hand- • Download the application form for by Diane Beals. The exhibition features por- coloring and chine colle; and visiting www.SalemArt.org, and clicking the traits of forty girls ages 6-18 showcasing their non-traditional additions of “View Calls for Artists” link on the homepage strengths and what empowers them. Each materials such as fabrics and • Submit art and application form March girl’s image is complimented by a quote writ- Come see work from this talented artist at the direct paint application. Besides layering and 2-4 from Noon-5 pm ten by them, beginning with the phrase "I am Bush Barn Art Center during his Featured multiple-plate printing, the finished prints This opportunity is sponsored by Maps empowered by…" Artist exhibition in March and April. will eventually form multiple-print struc- Credit Union, Salem Sunrise Rotary, and the Salem Art Association exhibitions are al- This exhibition is sponsored by Grove, tures. Come visit with Jo and see her work in Epping Family Foundation. ways free and open to the public. Gallery Mueller & Swank, P.C. the Annex at the Bush Barn Art Center. hours are Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-5 Salem Art Association exhibitions are always Salem Art Association exhibitions are al- pm, and Saturday-Sunday from Noon-5 pm free and open to the public. Gallery hours ways free and open to the public. Gallery (weekend hours for this exhibit may vary, are Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-5 pm, and hours are Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-5 please call 503-581-2228 to confirm). Learn Saturday-Sunday pm, and Saturday-Sunday from Noon-5 pm. more online at https:// from Noon-5 pm. Learn more online at https://SalemArt.org/ SalemArt.org/braids- Learn more online jo-hockenhull/. and-brawn/. at https://SalemArt. The Salem Art Association is a 501c3 non- Art by Maya Green- org/aron-michael- profit organization operating the Bush Barn wood, age 8, 2017 johnston/. Art Center, the Annex, the Bush House Mu- Poster Artist Award Art by Michael seum, a Community Arts Education program, Winner Young Art- Burke and the Salem Art Fair & Festival. Opening Receptions, January 2018 ists’ Showcase March (Co)Habitants Exhibit Receptions Friday, March 9 | 5:30- 10-April 21 March 10-April 21 Dancing With The Salem Stars Returns

Meet our 2018 lineup for Dancing with the Salem Stars: Aj Klausen Carol Metzger Bolliger Andy Bolliger Christine Collier Clair Jim Vu and Inna Dumanovsky

These six Salem stars will strut their stuff on the Elsinore stage on March 10! We hope to see you there!

Inna Dumanovsky

Christine Collier Clair Jim Vu Aj Klauen

Carol Metzger & Andy Bolliger

Six notable Salem celebs will strut their To add a twist from previous seasons, this for who wins and who will take home the will be treated to breath-taking lifts, hun- stuff on stage for this annual event that aims year will be a TV theme night where each star coveted Mirrorball Trophy! dreds of beautiful costumes, enchanting the- to raise funds and awareness for the Elsinore will dance to music and as characters from This year’s Salem stars include: “King of atrical story lines and a variety of ballroom Theatre iconic TV shows; TV shows and characters Salem” Alvin Klausen of Vagabond Brew- dances that will captivate your heart. The Elsinore stage will sizzle when Dancing such as Gilligan dancing a polka from Gil- ing, stylist extraordinaire Inna Dumanovsky Don’t miss out on this amazing evening - with Salem Stars returns for the fifth year on ligan’s Island, the Fonz doing a swing from of Mad Vision, Salem advocate Jim Vu of which is also a fundraiser for the Elsinore Saturday, March 10. Happy Days, Jeannie doing a sassy salsa Citizens Bank, notable and rising business Theatre - on 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10. This annual live ballroom dance-off fea- from I dream of Jeannie, David Hasselhoff woman Christine Collier Clair of Willamette tures six local stars competing against one dancing a Cha Cha from Baywatch and Valley Vineyards, plus husband-and-wife fit- Dancing with the Salem Stars 2018 another in a head-to-head competition of Deanerys dancing a fiery Viennese Waltz to ness gurus Andy and Carol Bolliger of Cross- When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10 fancy footwork. The stars, who each have the Game of Thrones. Fit Salem. Where: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE less than a week to learn a ballroom dance Add in some incredible costumes, video In addition to seeing your Salem Stars Cost: $20 to $40 for adults; $15 to $30 for routine with a professional partner from the highlights, a judging panel and it’s a show dance, the professionals teaching the stars students. Tickets available at the Elsinore Corvallis-based Utah Ballroom Dance Com- that you have to see to believe. You will will perform excerpts from their award win- box office, online and TicketsWest locations. pany, will strut their stuff on stage for the laugh, cry, and laugh some more. The best ning showcase “Hollywood: A ballroom Information: 503-375-3574 or go to first half of the event. part though...You, the audience, gets to vote dance tribute to the silver screen.” Audience elsinoretheatre.com Elsinore Theatre March Calendar of Events

This March, the Elsinore Theatre features mother. (1960; R; 1 hour, 49 minutes; Hor- an Academy Awards viewing party fundrais- ror, Mystery, Thriller) er, Dancing with the Salem Stars (year five!), When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 7. Doors two classic films, plus a variety of live music and box office open at 6:15 p.m. including an acapella competition Cost: $6

March 4 Oscars at the Elsinore: Academy Award Benefit Downtown Salem Celebrate the 90th Academy Awards on the big screen at the Elsinore Theatre with an Oscar Party atmosphere, red carpet treat- ment and the Who’s Who of Salem. The El- Weekend sinore Theatre will live-stream the awards ceremony in an evening peppered with entertainment, prizes, food, drinks, and more. Come dressed to impress and ready to cel- Open: ebrate at this exclusive evening soirée. Breakfast When: 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 4 Mon - Sat, Cost: $60 to $100 7am-5pm and Lunch March 7 March 10 Sunday, Wednesday Film Series features “Psycho” Dancing with the Salem Stars 8am-4pm 380 HIGH ST NE, Alfred Hitchcock’s black & white thrill- Six Salem stars will strut their stuff at this er about a Phoenix secretary embezzles annual fundraising event. With this year’s EQUITABLE CENTER PLAZA $40,000 from her employer's client, goes on theme, “TV Night,” each star will dance to (503) 393-2087 | birdiesbistro.com the run, and checks into a remote motel run music and as characters from iconic TV by a young man under the domination of his shows...from Gilligan’s Island to Baywatch

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