[OSMB-News] News Release -Columbia County Marine Deputy and OSP Trooper Honored with Awards

[Massey, Ashley]

For Immediate Release                             Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Columbia County Marine Deputy and OSP Trooper Honored with Awards

[cid:image002.jpg at 01CFFE70.39705890]              Columbia County Deputy Dustin King and Oregon State Police Trooper Heather VanMeter were both recognized for their significant contributions during the Marine Board's post season law enforcement conference during the week of October 27, in Bend.
Deputy Dustin King from the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, was honored for his efforts to coordinate this year's "Operation Make Way" on the Columbia River.  Deputy King's efforts resulted in hundreds of boater contacts and numerous citations and warnings, educating boaters about not anchoring in the navigation channel when large commercial vessels are transiting through. His actions likely saved lives and will reduce the risk of a maritime disaster in the Columbia River.
Trooper Heather VanMeter from the Oregon State Police, stationed in Newport (Lincoln County), was honored for her efforts in helping refine elements of the Marine Board's Outfitter & Guide program.  Her tenacious attention to detail helped staff resolve rule inconsistencies for fishing guides and charter boats operating in Oregon.  Many of the new clarifying rule changes that went into effect in January 2014 are due to her outstanding work.
The Oregon State Marine Board's Law Enforcement Advisory Group, comprised of marine law enforcement, agency staff and Board members recommended the, "Most Significant Contribution Award," to a law enforcement individual for their contributions to a major project or issue of importance to Marine Board staff.  The group itself was gridlocked on two individuals, so they called a tie.
            The Oregon State Marine Board contracts with 32 counties and the Oregon State Police for on-the-water marine patrol services and provides equipment, training, and patrol boats to contracted agencies to enforce the boating laws and help provide safety for Oregon's boaters.
            For more information about the Marine Board's Law Enforcement Program, visit www.boatoregon.com<http://www.boatoregon.com>.

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Pictured: Marine Board Director Scott Brewen (left), Trooper Heather VanMeter, Deputy Dustin King, and Board Member Jen Tonneson (right).


Ashley A. Massey
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