[OSMB-News] Media Releases

[Ashley MASSEY]

For Immediate Release	Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Hazard to Navigation on Molalla River
	
   The Oregon State Marine Board is alerting boaters and anglers of two log jams and other floating debris on the Molalla River.  The two log jams are between the logging trestle and Goods Bridge.  
   According to Clackamas County Marine Deputy Doug Olsen, "The log jams are large and pose a definite hazard to navigation."  Boaters should look for these hazards, which can cause significant damage to a boat.  "The last thing we want is for a boater to get into trouble out there," Deputy Olsen said.
   An update will be posted at www.boatoregon.com. when the log jams are cleared.
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For Immediate Release	Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Jefferson Street Boat Ramp Open
	
	After suffering the effects of weather, age and heavy usage, the Jefferson Street Boat Ramp on the Willamette River now has one lane open and is ready for use.  
	The Oregon State Marine Board provided the City of Milwaukie with a $10,000 grant to repair the deteriorating concrete ramp panels.  The City of Milwaukie contributed another $10,000 in labor, materials and equipment for the repair.
	The Jefferson Street Boat Ramp is a popular site for boaters launching on the east side of the Willamette near Milwaukie.  

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Ashley A. Massey
Mandatory Education Coordinator
Oregon State Marine Board
503-378-5158
503-378-8587 ext. 85158
ashley.massey at state.or.us