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City Council discusses Brookings Beach Camping Ban effect as of writing. To address some of those concerns, Justin Helberg, the South Coast District Manager with OPRD addressed the City Council. Council members were able to clarify some important points in question with the ban. Councilor Malmberg opened the session by asking about campfires on the beach. The councilor was concerned that a camping ordinance would restrict residents from having any kind of camp or bonfire, as is normal for beachgoers who are not staying overnight. Helberg clarified that won’t be an issue. “No, that would have no correlation to the enforcement of any other recreation other than overnight camping on

BY NATE SCHWARTZ Curry Coastal Pilot

The Public Comment period for the proposed Brookings Beach Camping Ban is open, and a representative from Oregon Parks and Recreation (OPRD) was on hand at the latest Brookings City Council meeting to answer questions about the rule making process. Local residents of the Mill Beach area organized a petition calling for the camping ban following an increase in transient activity on the beach. Concerns over the recreational state of Mill Beach were further galvanized after the Oregon Health Authority had to issue a health advisory on September 19th, citing an unhealthy level of fecal bacteria in the water. That health advisory is still in

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Stranded dog rescued after 36 hours on cliffside City of around the area, Buckley heard some corroborating reports about Quinn chasing the deer, The morning of Sept. 21 but had no luck in finding the started like any other for dog. Waiting for his return until Brookings resident Lance after dinner, Buckley could not Buckley and his two dogs. sit idly any longer. He went for Buckley was loading them up another look down at the beach along with his bike for a trip under Barclay Lane. Upon asking down to Crescent City, like they around he got a serendipitous tip often do for a bit of exercise. from a couple on the beach. “I run my dogs with my “There was one couple at the electric bike daily, and we have end of the beach, where it joins over 1,500 miles on the bike. Barclay. I asked them if they’d About two miles a day, so they’re seen a dog chasing a deer, and in great shape,” said Buckley. they said, ‘You’re not going to Unfortunately, a local deer believe this’,” said Buckley. changed their plans. The dogs In a crazy coincidence their caught sight of a buck and shot daughter had gotten a video that off in pursuit, leaving Buckley morning of a distressed deer, confused and concerned, as he fleeing down the steep cliffside. didn’t see the chase begin. One “They showed me a video of moment his dogs were there and this deer running down the cliff. the next they had disappeared. And he got to the bottom, and he With instances like this, was fine, but he had an enormous Buckley knew to remain patient, rack of horns on him. And I and within two hours Vishka the started thinking, well, maybe my Husky had returned to the house. dog got gored by the deer. Maybe Shortly after, the police arrived he was up there in the brush,” with a tip about the still missing recalled Buckley. Quinn. Neighbors had reported Buckley called out and looked seeing a deer being chased down the best he could but with no Barclay Lane by a big Pyrenees- luck. The next morning however, mix. After looking and asking Please see DOG RESCUE, Page 3

BY NATE SCHWARTZ

Brookings hires new Grant/Project Manager

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Candidates for Oregon State legislature coming to Curry County BY NATE SCHWARTZ Curry Coastal Pilot

The League of Women Voters of Curry County are hosting three upcoming events to encourage civic participation and voter efﬁcacy. The Curry Candidate Forums will allow Curry County locals to meet face to face with the candidates for State Senator and Representative for Oregon’s 1st District. On Monday, October 7th, the candidates were at the Port Orford City Council chambers. On October 8th, the forum was held at the Curry Public Library in Gold Beach. On October 9th, the forum will be on Wednesday at the Chetco Community Public Library. Each event will begin at 7 PM. Present for discussions and questions will be the candidates for State Senate. Incumbent and Port Orford native, David Brock Smith (R) will be present with opponent Lupe PreciadoMcAlister (D). The candidates for the State’s House of Representatives will also be

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The City of Brookings announced the hiring of Wendy Giordano as its new Project/ Grant Manager. Giordano brings over 11 years of municipal leadership experience, having previously served as the Business Operations Manager and Parks Superintendent for Grants Pass. In addition to her public service, she also brings valuable private sector experience, giving her a well-rounded perspective on project management, budget oversight, and community engagement. “I am just so thrilled. The staff has been incredibly warm and welcoming, and I know I made the exact right decision. I always have planned eventually making it out here, and then I saw this position open up. I wasn’t actively searching, but I knew it was for me. So I’m super excited to be here, to be a part of this community,” said Giordano, addressing the City Council after her announcement on Sept. 23. Giordano’s track record in managing a wide range of impactful projects has earned her a reputation for collaborative leadership, financial responsibility, and a commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for the communities she serves. While serving as Park Superintendent in Grants Pass, Giordano led the development and execution of multiple capital projects, tackling aging infrastructure along with a wide range of improvement projects. Her comprehensive expertise in budget and project management ensured that each project was completed efficiently from initial planning through final implementation. “I am honored to join the city of Brookings,” said Giordano. “As an outdoor enthusiast, I’ve been visiting Brookings for many years and have long envisioned making it my home. I’m excited to now have the opportunity to collaborate with the community, city staff, and council to help move Brookings forward and contribute to its promising future.”

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