The Associates - Bonneville Power Administration

Published quarterly by
the Northwest Federal
Employees Association December/January/February 2008
WATTS NEWS
THE ASSOCIATES,
BOOK AND BAKE SALE!
FEB. 6, 10:30-1:00, RM 122
We need your help! Can you donate baked goods,
such as cookies, brownies, cake, pie, or muffins? Do
you have books, music, or movies to donate? Bring in
a baked good and get a free cookie or brownie!
For more information, contact Dana Murray, Associates Fundraising
Chairperson, dymurray@bpa.gov 503-230-4336. Thank you!!!
The Associates
Annual Children’s Holiday Party
Saturday, December 8 th , 10 am – 12 noon
At Oaks Park Skating Rink! To reserve your child’s ticket and a goodie
bag call or e-mail Kirsten Kler at 503-230-4411 or kmkler@bpa.gov

CONGRATULATIONS 2007 ASSOCIATES FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
Dear Associates,
I would like to give my appreciation for being selected as the recipient of the Ron Holeman Scholarship.
This will greatly help in paying the cost of tuition, therefore progressing both my education and my future
career by reducing my reliance on loans.
I was born and raised in Vancouver, Washington, with my parents and two brothers, where I attended Prairie
High School and began examining the field of engineering. As a senior in high school I worked as an intern
for Rockwell Collins Flight Dynamics. There I designed, built, and programmed an automated robotic tool
which optimized the production process of a prototype that Rockwell Collins was developing. Working full
time I developed and debugged an array of processes to robotically align and focus optical chips in the
device with computer artificial intelligence. This experience solidified my desire to become an electrical
engineer.
I am currently a junior at Washington State University working towards a degree in Electrical Engineering.
I take my studies seriously and have been named the Outstanding Sophomore of the Year in Electrical
Engineering by the College of Engineering faculty. When not studying I work as a math department tutor to
help students prepare for homework and exams. In my free time I enjoy practicing judo and swimming. I also strive to make my community
a better place. As a member of the Cougar Marching Band, a friend and I organized a group of students to collect over 600 canned goods for
families in need for the holiday season.
Upon completing my degree in Electrical Engineering, I plan to become an electrical engineer and serve the growing demand of electronic
goods. After acquiring a stable job I hope to start a family and build towards my children’s education.
Sincerely,
($1,250.00 Ron Holeman Scholarship Recipient)
Dear Associates, first of all, thank you for awarding me this scholarship, it helps immensely. I will be
a sophomore at Whitworth University (formerly known as Whitworth College) in Spokane,
Washington. There I am majoring in mathematics and am pursuing an education certification also.
After I have completed my 4 years I hope to teach math at a high school level and possibly coach cross
country and track. I am currently on the Whitworth cross country and track team and had a successful
first season. I was second on the cross country team this past year and ran the 10k and 5k for the track
team. I also am treasurer of Whitworth’s Fellowship of the Christian Athletes club (FCA). I loved my
freshman year and managed to maintain a 3.974 accumulative grade point average.
Thank you,
JoAnne Mayer ($1,000.00 Michael Caldwell Honorary Scholarship Recipient)
Dear Associates, my name is Lisa Weller and I would like to thank you so much for selecting
me to receive the Associates Scholarship. This is a great honor and I am very excited to be
selected. I am currently attending Oregon State University and I am studying microbiology. I
plan to study there until I receive my Master's Degree in Microbiology. After I graduate, I
would like to go into research studying viruses. This scholarship will be a great help for me
during my studies and I thank you so much for helping me reach my goals.
Sincerely,
Lisa Weller ($900.00 Scholarship Recipient)
WATTS NEWS 2 December/January/February 2008

Dear Associates, thank you very much for selecting me as one of recipients of the Bonneville Power
Administration Associates Foundation Scholarship. It is a great honor to be selected and I will use the
scholarship at Oregon State University this fall.
Being selected as the recipient of the Bonneville Power Administration Associates Scholarship has very special
meaning to me. My father and mother, Cliff & Patti Perigo, Grandfather, Walter Keller, step-sister, Laurie
Perigo, and Aunt, Dorothy Betzing, have all been employees of BPA! I can’t remember a time when BPA did
not play a significant role in my life.
I graduated with high honors this June from Lake Oswego High School, Lake Oswego, Oregon. I am registered
at Oregon State University for fall term as a pre-med student and will be majoring in both
Biophysics/Biochemistry and Radiation Health Physics. I will be talking 3rd year college Spanish and hope to
increase my level of fluency and eventually serve as a bi-lingual physician. OSU has exceptional research
opportunities, and I plan to be very active in this endeavor as well as the science department community. I have
been selected as a participant in OSU’s University Scholars Program, designed to provide a variety of leadership
and service opportunities. Through this program, I hope to develop strong connections with other students,
faculty and be a positive contribution to the local community. Last summer, I was selected for the Saturday Academy (ASE) program and
worked with Dr. John Brigande, Regenerative Hearing Center, OHSU Hospital, where I helped design research procedures that found a less
expensive and time consuming way to detect cells infected with a particular virus.
Currently, I am volunteering with OHSU in the Radiation/Oncology Department where I am observing patient care, treatment, and learning about
the various equipment used for cancer management. I am working directly with physicians, medical residents and technicians on all aspects of
cancer treatment and patient care. Radiation/Oncology is of special interest to me and is a direct link to one of my majors in college (Radiation
Health Physics).
I have also been a part time employee at OHSU in food services since October 2006.
Upon completion of my undergraduate degree, I hope to attend medical school at OHSU or an equally recognized medical facility and will decide
at that time an area of specialty. I plan to do several additional shadowing/internship experiences in the medical community to supplement my
school curriculum. I was born and raised in the Portland area and love the Pacific Northwest – even the rain! My goal is to establish a positive
reputation in both the local and medical community, first as a student and secondly as a physician, and bring my skills back home to establish a
medical practice. In my journey so far, I have learned to be a good and empathic listener, trust my faith in God, and feel these are valuable lessons
and beliefs that I will take with me when I become a physician.
Thank you again for selecting me for your scholarship.
Sincerely,
Christopher Betzing ($900.00 Scholarship Recipient)
Dear Associates, my name is Kimberly Pendergrass and I am very excited to tell you that I will be
attending Oregon State University next fall. I plan on studying business and art history during my
time at OSU and hopefully study for a year abroad. I am a recent graduate of Tigard High School
where I graduated with an International Baccalaureate Diploma. Some of my favorite activities in
high school that I hope to continue in college are softball, lacrosse, and art. In the future I would like
to won my own business (hopefully, art related) and travel the world. I am currently working and
saving money to backpack across Europe in a year or two. I want to thank Bonneville Power
Administration Associates and the Scholarship Committee for their gracious scholarship to help me
continue my education.
Thank you.
Kimberly Pendergrass ($900.00 Scholarship Recipient)
Congratulations to the 2007
Associates Foundations Scholarship Selectees!
2008 Scholarships open again in February 2008.
WATTS NEWS 3 December/January/February 2008

EYEGLASS DONATIONS
Donate eyeglasses and/or Hearing aids for people in need by:
Leaving them at any BPA Service Center, or Send to Associates
Center (BPA/B155) via BPA mail, or Mail to: Eyeglasses, PO Box
3621 (B155) Portland OR 97208-3621 Read more about donating donating
Eyeglass or what the Associates collection results have been.
Are you an artist, or know one?
The Associates 2 nd Annual
Art and Bake Sale
is coming, Spring 2008!
We’re looking for artwork such as paintings, photography, charcoal, pencil
and other types of mediums. You keep the money from the sale, minus a
commission. Showcase your talents, or sell art you already own! Contact
Dana Murray, Associates fundraising chairperson for entry guidelines, at
503-230-4336, or dymurray@bpa.gov.
WATTS NEWS 4 December/January/February 2008

MUGS
CHAIRS
JACKETS
BPA LOGO
MERCHANDISE
ALWAYS ON SALE
SHIRTS
COOLERS
CAPS
THERMOSES
BADGE CLIPS
AND MORE!
High quality merchandise
Profits support Associates’
activities and programs
Questions, contact Eileen Jensen,
BPA 360-619-6748
Order BPA logo merchandise
anytime thru the Associates’
website
http://www.bpa.gov/associates/Pages/Merchandise/bpa_logo_merchandise.htm
The Associates is still
selling 2008 Entertainment Books.
Contact: Sandi Pierce (360) 619-6285.
*Makes great holiday gifts!!
These fundraising events help to support The Associates
non profit activities!
WATTS NEWS 5 December/January/February 2008

ASSOCIATES FOUNDATION
HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
November 14 – December 12, 2007
DONATION SITES
BPA AND 911 BLDG LOBBY IN PORTLAND
ROSS COMPLEX BUILDINGS TBL VAN MALL SITES
Receiving charities:
F.I.S.H. (Clark County WA)
Oregon Food Bank (greater Portland area)
Items needed: canned goods (especially protein), paper products,
household supplies, and personal care items
Monetary donations are welcome, too. Send checks payable to Associates
Foundation FOOD DRIVE, PO Box 3621/B155, Portland, OR 97208
THANK YOU FOR GIVING GENEROUSLY
Complimentary Financial Education Seminars presented by PACIFIC
NORTHWEST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION’S CFS Financial Advisor, Aaron Brown.
December 2007--IRAs
12/19/2007 12/20/2007
Ross Complex BPA Headquarters
CSB; Room 150 Room 110
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
January 2008 -- Building a Financial Plan
1/23/2008 1/24/2008
Ross Complex BPA Headquarters
CSB; Room 150 Room 110
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
WATTS NEWS 6 December/January/February 2008

Featured Events
Walking with Dinosaurs Jan 16-20
Life size dinosaurs invade the Rose Garden
for a live show that you don’t want to miss!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Walking With Dinosaurs
Coming January 2008…..
ASSOCIATES - ROSE GARDEN ARENA DISCOUNTS
Event Date Time Venue
December 2007
Pape Jam – University of Oregon Ducks Basketball December 8, 2007
Prices: $22 – 100/200 level $15 – 300 level Save over $3 per ticket!
Motorcycle Ice Racing December 15, 2007 – 8pm
Prices: $20 – 100 Level Middle Reserved $12 adult and $7 youth – 100 ends and 200 level GA
January 2008
Walking with Dinosaurs January 16-20, 2008 Pre Sale: November 7, 2007
Wed Jan 16 7pm $69.50 – 100 level $42.50 – 100/200 level $27 – 200/300 level Save $5
Thurs Jan 17 11am $69.50 – 100 level $42.50 – 100/200 level $27 – 200/300 level Save $5
Thurs Jan 17 7pm $69.50 – 100 level $42.50 – 100/200 level $27 – 200/300 level Save $5
Fri Jan 18 7pm $69.50 – 100 level $42.50 – 100/200 level $27 – 200/300 level Save $5
Sat Jan 19 3pm $69.50 – 100 level $47.50 – 100/200 level $32 – 200/300 level
Sat Jan 19 7pm $69.50 – 100 level $47.50 – 100/200 level $32 – 200/300 level
Sun Jan 20 1pm $69.50 – 100 level $47.50 – 100/200 level $32 – 200/300 level
Save $5 per ticket and pay NO per ticket service fees for all Wednesday to Friday shows
Pay NO per ticket service fees on Sat and Sunday Deadline to order: Jan 11, 2008
One of the most anticipated shows to come to the Rose Garden in years!
Blue Man Group January 26, 2008 - 8pm
Prices: $83 – Floor/100 Level Sides $53 – 100 Level Ends/200 Level Save up to $9
February 2008
Monster Jam February 8-10, 2008 - Varies
Prices: $25 – 100 level $15 Adult and $5 youth – 200 level Free Saturday Pit Passes!
Harlem Globetrotters February 23, 2008 – 2pm & 7:30pm
Prices: $61, $30, $23, and $12 Pre-Sale now! Save up to $7 per ticket
Save the Date: Professional Bull Riding – March 2008. Call for dates and prices
To Order Tickets or Get More Info:
503.963.4400
Order Online at https://groupsales.rosequarter.com
User Name: associates Password: employee
WATTS NEWS 7 December/January/February 2008

www.asianvacations.net
VIETNAM TOUR
$2,675.00 (double occupancy)
February 14 - March 6, 2008
Includes: excellent hotels, air fare, tours, transportation, entrance fees,
most breakfast, lunches, and dinners
Come join the adventure!
FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT:
Richard Beaver
360-713-2657
Michael Brock
509-924-6395
36 th Annual Portland Marathon
2007 Volunteers for 21 st Mile Aid Station!
WAY TO GO!
Thank you to Don Davey (djdavey77@hotmail.com) for another great year in
organization of this volunteer aid station!
WATTS NEWS 8 December/January/February 2008

VACATON REAL ESTATE
Hobsonville Hideaway –
Secluded 3 bedroom home on
Tillamook Bay, shoreline access,
fantastic views, birds, tidal
changes. Sleeps 10, NO
SMOKING, NO PETS. $95 a
night. Call Chris 503-644-4816.
Beach Cottage Vacation Rental
in Long Beach, WA - cozy 2
BR, 2 BA beach cottage located
1 block from surf. Features fully
equipped kitchen, washer/dryer,
TV/VCR/DVD, and more! LR
features cozy pellet stove and full
size futon. Linens and bedding
provided. Accommodates up to 6
guests. NO SMOKING/ NO
PETS. Visit our website at
www.seacastlecottage.com or
call at 360-834-6301.
Sunriver Get-A-Way Winter
skiing fun. 3 bedroom, 2 bath
w/Hot Tub offers an atmosphere
of relaxation and comfort. Rate:
$185 nt with off season rates
available. Sleeps 8, no pets, no
smoking. Go to www.sunriverdirect.com/reding
or call 362-
944-0804.
Bay City Vacation Home - 2
1/2 bdrm, 1 bath, perfect retreat
for those that enjoy fishing on the
Wilson, Trask or Kilchis Rivers,
crabbing and fishing in
Tillamook Bay, walking on the
beach in Rockaway, or playing
on the dunes. Sleeps 10. $75 -
$125 night. Visit our website at
www. adamsorcoastrental.com or
call Mark 541-980-3927 cell,
541-298-6821 home.
Ocean View Beach Rental in
Arch Cape – Sleeps 6 w/3
bedrooms, 3 baths, wood stove in
living room, game room w/air
hockey and N64. No pets/no
smoking. $120 night winter,
$135 spring, $150 summer – 2
night minimum. Call Bob and
Diane at 503-203-1790.
HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT
Ilwaco Retreat for Sale $59,000
RV w/attached sunroom, comes
fully furnished w/stackable
washer/dryer. Sleeps 6. Secure
location, short drive to
downtown Ilwaco for food, fun
and ocean views. Fully fenced
w/gazebo and parking, 2 propane
tanks, a/c, skirted w/extra
storage. Call Mary Ann at 360-
513-4795.
SPORTING GOODS
HARO BMX Bike and
Accessories – Silver BMX Bike
– 2 yrs old, good condition, new
rear rim, helmet w/Fox logos,
Fox gloves, 2 BMX videos, and
Bike lock. $410 new, will sell for
$175. Call 503-997-2151.
The WATTS NEWS
Classified Ads
MISCELLANEOUS
Black Ibanez Acoustic Guitar –
w/guitar stand, black soft carrying
case, instructional video and book,
finishing cloth, tuner, 10 foot cord,
package of new strings, played
twice, like new. Purchase for
$300, will sell for $150. Call 503-
997-2151.
Lincoln Memorial Park –
Parkhaven Double Depth Lawn
Crypt – valued at $5,400, selling
for $4,400. Call Melanie at 360-
600-0911.
Hospital Bed – electric w/single
mattress and sheets, side railings
and manual crank if power goes
out. Gently used. Asking $500.
Call 503-781-4177.
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MISC NOTES
Come join the National Property
Management Association's
Oregon Trail Chapter. For more
information on Oregon Trail
Chapter programs and events go
to oregontrail.npma.org.
WATTS NEWS 9 December/January/February 2008

ASSOCIATES OFFICERS
President – Geri Kozicki Vice President – Alicia Mendenhall
e-mail: gakozicki@bpa.gov e-mail: aamendenhall@bpa.gov
Secretary – Mollie Gratreak Treasurer – Steve Cramer
e-mail: mlgratreak@bpa.gov e-mail: smcramer@bpa.gov
Associates Membership Chairperson: Debby Brown, dbbrown@bpa.gov
Retirees’ Membership Chairperson: Barb Shafer, bjshafer@bpa.gov
WATTS NEWS Editor: Kirsten Kler, kmkler@bpa.gov
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