Southwest named finalist
in 2010 Security Awards
Southwest Washington Medical Center, the flagship provider in a
network of health care services that make up Southwest Washington
Health System, has been named a finalist in the 2010 SC Awards for
outstanding achievement in information technology (IT) security.
It’s IT Security and Compliance Officer,
Christopher Paidhrin, was
recognized in the Professional Award category.
“This year’s finalists in the SC Awards program represent
individuals and teams that are at the heart of their company’s
security program and are creating innovative and cutting-edge
policies,” said SC Magazine
Editor-in-Chief Illena Armstrong.
“Congratulations to Christopher Paidhrin and Southwest Washington
Medical Center.”
“At Southwest Washington Medical Center we hold protecting our
patient’s personal information of the upmost importance,” said
Paidhrin, IT security and compliance officer. “The SC Awards
program’s recognition of us as a finalist for the Best Security Team
category further validates our IT security approach, and is a
tremendous honor.”
Winners of this year’s SC Awards will be announced at a gala dinner
and award ceremony to be held in San Francisco on Tuesday, March 2,
2010.
Brandon Vick announces his
candidacy for 18th District State Representative
Brandon Vick
Brandon Vick, a 25 year
resident of Clark County, announced his candidacy for State
Representative in the 18th Legislative District. Vick will be
running for Position 1 as a Republican. Vick describes himself as a
traditionalist and a conservative. "In short, I believe that the
people know best how to run their lives, their businesses, and their
communities. If elected I will do everything within my power to make
sure that the policies of the State of Washington reflect those
beliefs."
Vick is a graduate of Hudson's Bay High School, and holds an A.A.
from Clark College. He attended Clark College on a scholarship as a
result of his participation on the Speech and Debate team. He has
also attended Washington State University and hopes to earn his
degree from there as time allows. Currently, Vick works for Vick
Landscaping in Sales & Marketing and has been there since 2003. Vick
Landscaping is a family owned and operated business that was founded
in Clark County by his grandfather in 1961.
Vick is no stranger to politics. He became involved in the Clark
County Republican Party at age 18. Shortly thereafter, he founded
the Clark College Republicans and was named to the Board of the CCRP.
Vick also helped to found the WSU Vancouver Republicans. Throughout
the years he has continued to serve on the Executive Board of the
CCRP as Treasurer, and Currently as the 18th Legislative District
Director. Vick has managed two campaigns for State Rep. in the 49th
district.
Vick is an Eagle Scout, and continues to contribute time to the Boy
Scouts as a merit badge counselor. He is also a member of the 2010
Leadership Clark County Program. His most recent volunteer
activities include participation in Habitat for Humanity, and work
with the Boys & Girls Club with which his LCC team is participating
in an educational project. Vick is a board member for the Washington
Association of Landscape Professionals where he serves as the
organization's Treasurer. He is also a member of the Building
Industry Association through his company.
Vick is married to his high school sweet heart, Darci.
Together they own a home in the Felida area. They do not currently
have any children, but it is definitely part of their life plan.
Murray secures federal
funding for West Vancouver Freight Access
U.S. Sen. Patty Murray has
helped secure the largest appropriation yet for the Port of
Vancouver USA’s West Vancouver Freight Access project. The
$2,922,000 appropriation was included in the final version of the FY
2010 Consolidated Appropriations Act, and will be used to build rail
lines in and around the port facilities, including a loop at the
port’s new Terminal 5.
“This appropriation shows confidence and ongoing support for our
project,” said Port of Vancouver USA Commission president
Nancy Baker. “This is much
needed stimulus in a down economy. It’s going to build
infrastructure that will help the port be ready to provide jobs as
the economy recovers.”
It
is just one part of the complete $137 million West Vancouver Freight
Access project, which is projected to create a total of 1,900
construction-related jobs and will significantly increase the port’s
ability to provide expanded rail service to its current maritime
customers and industrial tenants, as well as provide for the growth
of the port bringing new businesses and new jobs to the region.
“Completion of the West Vancouver Freight Access project is critical
to the future economic
growth of the
Southwest Washington region,” said the port’s Executive Director
Larry Paulson.
“Thousands of
jobs, and substantial economic benefits, are associated with the
project.
Upon its completion, which is expected in 2017, the West Vancouver
Freight Access project will allow for reduced congestion and
improved velocity through the convergence of BNSF Railway’s
north-south and
east-west mainlines which are a major choke point in Vancouver.
County to reduce winter
operating costs, access at major parks
Due to budget cuts related to a weak economy, Clark County will
close parking lots and discontinue maintenance at 10 regional parks,
trails and boat launches in January and February. Bicyclists and
pedestrians will continue to have access to the parks.
Within the past year, the county has reduced its General Fund budget
three times. Earlier this month, the Board of Clark County
Commissioners approved a revised budget for 2010 that reduced the
regional park maintenance and operations budget by $1.6 million.
Restrooms will be closed and portable toilets will not be available.
There will be no garbage or landscaping service, including mowing.
The service changes will begin on Jan. 1. Maintenance will resume
and gates will reopen on March 1. The seasonal cutbacks are expected
to save about $184,000 in 2010.
Parking will be limited. “We are asking drivers to please comply
with all posted parking restrictions. We will need the public’s
cooperation to keep driveways and gates clear for emergency access
during this time,” says Clark County Public Works director
Pete Capell. “We are also
asking visitors to please pack out any garbage or recyclables they
bring to the park. This will help save money for taxpayers in the
long run.”
Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation and Clark County Public Works
staff are talking with local drift boaters and anglers about ways to
reduce impacts to winter steelhead fishing on the East Fork of the
Lewis River resulting from boat launch closures.
Signs will be posted at the affected parks advising visitors of the
changes. For more information or to see a list of affected parks,
call Clark County Public Works at
397-2446, or visit
www.cityofvancouver.us/parks-recreation/budgetinfo.htm.
Calendar
A
community shrub planting will be held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 29, at Leverich Park, near the picnic shelter. Those
interested in helping should call
619-1108 to register. No experience is necessary, and tools
will be provided.
Monday on the air
Vancouver Housing Authority: Housing Matters (12-6)--4 p.m. CVTV
Bravo! Vancouver: Messiah - An Oratorio (12-6)--4:29 p.m. CVTV
Port of Vancouver Board of Commissioners (12-8)--6:59 p.m. CVTV
Columbia River Crossing: Tolling Study Committee (12-7)--8:30 p.m.
CVTV
Columbia River Crossing Project Sponsors Council (12-4)--10 p.m.
CVTV
Community Calendar Links
Monday,
December 28, 2009 Headlines
Links to news of
local & national significance
Oregon law affects e-waste rules--Columbian, Zachary Kaufman
Ideas for Camas site on the way--Columbian, Michael Andersen
Snowcat donated to volcano team--Columbian, Erik Robinson
Napolitano concedes security system failed--USA Today, AP
