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Wednesday, November 29, 2023 Number 48 • 133 years

Council unanimously approves warming shelter By TONY REED Siuslaw News

The Florence City Council unanimously approved request to operate an emergency warming shelter, trusting that organizers will have a place to use when the

cold weather hits. The request was submitted by Florence Emergency Cold Weather Shelter Committee and a written request was included in the council packet. “The goal of a warming center is to provide a warm, dry place to sleep

when inclement weather is life-threatening for the unhoused members of our community, especially the unsheltered,” the request states. “We also provide food and sanitation.” Prior to the council meeting, shelter treasurer Kate McLellan estimated that in

prior years, the maximum number of people using the shelter has been about 30, most of whom were from Florence, not transient. McLellan noted that in many coastal towns, including Florence, homeless people aren’t as noticeable as with inland cities because

they take refuge out of sight in thick forestland. She explained that in the past, congregate shelters in local churches were offered, but during Covid, pallet shelters were offered as a way to keep people separated. “This year, we’re going

back to the congregate model,” she said. McLellan said the policy is to offer shelter if the weather is forecasted to be below 40 degrees with wind and rain or during any weather below 34 degrees See SHELTER page 9A

Celebrating the Season by the Sea By BREE LAUGHLIN Country Media

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A heartwarming display of help and support was shown to a broad range of people at a Nov. 18 at the Florence Elks Lodge with the first Community Wide Stand Down. Pastor Rick Chilton said over 45 guests came to the Stand Down to receive assistance with everything from clean clothing to mental health services. “We had 12 stations that were all well-visited,” he said, listing housing, employment, emergency services, food, clothing, haircuts and community service directories. Health services were offered in many categories, including medical, dental, mental health, spiritual, and social health, which Chilton said was very popular.

A Veterans Services booth offered help to vets and food was served to all. Chilton said that while hot meals were provided onsite, guests were also given packaged food to take with them. Police, Fire and emergency personnel were also onsite to talk to guests and provide support. Chilton noted that some donations came from an unlikely source. He said that when calling around for assistance, he contacted Kelly Kettle, a company specializing in outdoor food preparation equipment. “It turned out that they are in Ireland,” he said, noting that the company sent a two-man tent, valued at about $200 to give away at the stand down. An anonymous donor provided winter jackets

A series of festive events in Florence are giving locals and tourists alike a reason to celebrate the season. The ‘Celebrating the Season by the Sea’ holiday extravaganza features a variety of enchanting events, including the Finding Flo Treasure Hunt, Shop Small Saturday Cookie Trail, and the spectacular Holiday Festival on Saturday, Dec. 2. “The Holiday Festival brings out the child in all of us,” said Mitzi Hathaway, Director of Tourism Development for the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. “This is a time when visitors feel like locals and locals feel like family,” she said. The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce have The Celebrating the Season by the Sea Holiday Extravaganza will return partnered with the City of Dec. 2 with a variety of fun holiday-themed events for the whole family. Florence to bring “an eveContributed photos ning full of merriment and illumination.” They are inviting the community to help spread joy throughout the coastal community by participating in the flurry of activities. This year’s theme “Celebrating the Season by the Sea” highlights both the town’s history and location alongside the Pacific Ocean. Local organizations will have activities all over town complimenting the Holiday Festival on Saturday, Dec. 2. Florence Regional Arts Alliance will host an Art Fest from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the Florence Food Share will host their annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser at the Florence Event Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Florence Habitat for Humanity and Lofy Construc-

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Opinion Thank You directly to the Friends of If you would like more Thank you Florence 25. The Lodge generously Florence cancer bus trans- information about the Elks Lodge The Friends of Florence Van Fans want to give a huge thank you to the Elks Lodge for their continued support for Our Game Day Fundraiser held on October

donated the dining room and lunch before the games began. A great time was held by everyone, and money was raised through generous donations. The money raised went

porting patients to and from Eugene and Springfield free of charge Monday through Friday. Thank You to the entire community for the support that has kept the cancer bus operating since 1985.

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A nutcracker buries white bark pine seed on the rim of Crater Lake.

What’s in a Name?

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On a visit to Crater Lake, one of this continent’s most renowned natural places, I had two experiences – one inspiring and the other, not so much. When I climbed to the crater’s rim, I photographed a bird that had used its sharp bill to dig a hole and was now burying white bark pine seed. Each of these remarkable birds buries up to 30,000 seeds per year and will remember where most of them are when winter comes and food is scarce. Some of the seeds it doesn’t find will grow into new trees, helping to sustain pine forests threatened by climate change. But when I went to label my photographs, I learned something not so inspiring. It turned out that these birds are called Clark’s Nutcrackers. “Why would a bird be

named after a person, and who was Clark?” I wondered. It turned out to be William Clark, best known for leading the Lewis & Clark expedition that helped pave the way for appropriation of land from hundreds of indigenous communities. After the expedition, Clark served as U.S. Superintendent of Indian Affairs and oversaw the extermination of many indigenous people who resisted the taking of their land. “Why is this bird species named after someone like

that?” I asked myself. It seems that in the early 1800s Lewis and Clark claimed to have “discovered” these birds even though they were known to indigenous people for tens of thousands of years and were here on earth long before that. I wasn’t thrilled by this name, and apparently, I was not alone. This November, the American Ornithological Society (AOS) announced that it will be changing the names of all birds currently named after people. That

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Council votes to let Public Works buy three trucks By TONY REED Siuslaw News In a manner very similar to the purchase of Florence Police trucks two weeks before, the City Council authorized the purchase of three new trucks for the Public Works Department. Public Works Director Mike Miller said the budgeted purchases will be for two 2024 Ford XLT Hybrid trucks and one new F150 Super Crew Lightning electric truck. Through the city’s source, OregonBuys, the hybrid trucks cost $543, 127 and the electric costs $67,374, a savings of $8,163 and $6,576 respectively, from the MSRP. Miller said the trucks will be bought locally, through Johnston Motor Company. Miller explained that the trucks will have a lockable box in the bed to carry supplies and tools but will still have room to put other things in the bed. While not as extensive (or expensive) as the police vehicles, “upfitting” will include the installation of lights and radios in the trucks, totaling $19,370 for all three. Miller said the electric truck will be used by Public Works ad-

Public Works will buy two new Ford F150 Hybrid and one new F150 electric trucks to replace three of their aging vehicles. ministration for ten years and then into the fleet as a regular crew vehicle. “We’ll still get 20 years out of it, but that’s how we rotate the administrative vehicles in Public Works,” he said, noting that the hybrid trucks will be used to handle streets and parks. Miller explained that the city budgeted $205,000 for the vehicles and the total cost of the three trucks comes to $192,998. The

change from the budgeted amount Miller explained that the hycame to $12,0001.98. brids are expected to get 24 mpg. An advantage of the hybrids is the How far elimination of idle time, which Asked about the range of the brings the current gasoline-only electric truck, Miller said with trucks down into the 6 to 8 mpg the extended rage package, the range. truck should go 320 to 360 miles Councilors Sally Wantz and on a single charge. However, he Jo Beaudreau supported the pursaid the truck will be fitted with chases of the hybrid and electric a towing package, that will cut the trucks, for environmental and cost range to about 100 miles when reasons. towing heavy loads. Asked if the trucks will add to

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the fleet, Miller said they will replace three vehicles which will be surplused, passed on to the parks program, and sold at auction. Councilor Bill Meyer noted that replacing the aging, gasoline-only trucks with hybrid and electric trucks, the city will see a savings in fuel costs. With no further discussion, the council voted unanimously to authorize the purchase of the three trucks.

Huffman, Merkley, Colleagues: New Liquified Fossil Gas Licenses Not in the Public’s Interest

Last week, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA-02) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), along with Representatives Nanette Barragán (D-CA44) and Jennifer McClellan (D-VA-04), sent a bicameral letter along with over 60 of their colleagues to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) urging the agency to update how it determines if new licenses for liquified natural gas (LNG) exports to non-free, U.S. trade countries are in the public interest. The letter highlights concerns that DOE’s current approach to making these determinations does not fully or accurately consider how these exports impact the climate, environmental justice, or domestic energy prices. The lawmaker’s letter comes just as Data For Progress and Fossil Free Media released a new polling report finding voters are in strong support of limiting natural gas exports “by a 2-to-1 margin and want to see new export facilities paused until the proper reviews are completed.” The letter highlights that DOE has never rejected an LNG export application on the basis of negative impacts to the American people and urges meaningful consideration of the costs to the climate and consumers when reviewing new export licenses. “U.S. LNG exports have

doubled over the past four years, and projects currently under development are set to almost double exports again. DOE’s case-by-case approach to approvals ignores the aggregate impact that the explosive growth in U.S. LNG exports is having on climate, communities, and our economy,” the lawmakers write. The lawmakers’ letter comes as DOE is approving LNG exports—and, as the lawmakers note, “scientific reports, including a recent peer reviewed study from Brown University and RMI, have found that natural gas can be as bad for the climate as coal, when only small methane leaks are factored in.” The lawmakers strongly encourage DOE to develop an approach that is informed by the latest climate and economic analysis, and which is transparent and open for public comment. “By exacerbating climate change, LNG exports also pose a threat to environmental justice at home and abroad, because the impacts of climate change fall most heavily on low-income communities and communities of color,” wrote the lawmakers. “Finally, LNG exports drive up household energy burdens across the country, a key issue for all of our constituents. The EIA found that ‘higher LNG exports create a tighter domestic

natural gas market … increasing domestic natural gas prices’ and this link was on clear display when an explosion at Freeport LNG sent domestic gas prices plummeting and its restart caused them to rise sharply again,” they continued. With the Department’s anticipated decision on the CP2 export application, a proposal to create one of the largest LNG terminals ever, the stakes could not be higher. “No public interest determination will be viewed as credible unless the perspectives of the public are heard, understood, and reflected in DOE’s decision on CP2 and across the board,” the letter concludes. In addition to Representatives Huffman, Barragán, and McClellan, the letter is signed by Representatives Alma Adams (D-NC-12), Earl Blumenauer (D-OR-03), Julia Brownley (D-CA-26), Greg Casar (D-TX-35), Sean Casten (D-IL-06), Yvette Clarke (D-NY-09), Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO05), Steve Cohen (D-TN09), Jasmine Crockett (DTX-30), Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10), Adriano Espaillat (D-NY-13), Daniel Goldman (D-NY-10), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-07), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37), Ann Kuster (D-NH-02), Barbara Lee (D-CA-12), Mike Levin (D-CA-49), Seth Magaziner (D-RI-02), James McGovern (D-MA-02), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY-12), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14), Chellie Pingree (D-ME-01), Katie Porter (D-CA-47), Jamie Raskin (D-MD-08), Janice Schakowsky (D-IL-09), Robert Scott (D-VA-03), Mark Takano (D-CA-39), Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13), Dina Titus (D-NV-01), Paul Tonko (D-NY-20), Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15), Juan Vargas (D-CA-52), Nydia Velázquez (D-NY07), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12), Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ-07), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC-AT LARGE), Antonio Cardenas (D-CA-29), Ro Khanna (D-CA-17), Delia Ramirez (D-IL-03), Sara Jacobs (DCA-51), Dwight Evans (DPA-03), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01) andFrederica Wilson (D-FL).

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What shoppers can do to avoid breaking the bank season. • Track spending with a banking app on your smartphone. Consumers can now track their spending in real time by downloading their bank and/or credit card app on their smartphones. A quick login can help shoppers monitor account balances to determine how much they have spent. If the budget is about to be busted, pull back the reins and cut the shopping trip short. • Establish gift value limits. No one has been immune to the effects of inflation over the last yearplus. So family members likely won’t have a problem establishing spending limits this year. Work together with relatives to determine a reasonable limit to spend on each gift. For example, a without going into debt. • Shop on retail holidays. $50 per gift limit can ensure Black Friday was once the everyone gets a quality gift only game in town regard-

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Millions of individuals enjoy holiday shopping for their loved ones each year. Come the holiday season, thoughts of what to get friends and family is foremost on the minds of those who embrace the spirit of giving that is synonymous with this special time of year. It’s easy to overspend come the holiday shopping season. That could be even easier in an era marked by high inflation, which has affected consumers since 2022. Lingering inflation could require shoppers to be especially vigilant with their shopping budgets this holiday season. Thankfully, a few simple strategies can help shoppers stay the financial course this holiday

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Millions of people enjoy shopping for gifts and loved ones each holiday season. The spirit of giving is alive and well each December, and that can extend to giving back to one’s own community. In addition to supporting local charities when making donations during the holiday season, shoppers can patronize small local businesses over big box retailers and national chains. The decision to do so can benefit communities. • Small businesses inspire young entrepreneurs. The United States Department of Commerce reports that nearly half of all small business owners in the U.S. in 2018 were 54 or young-

er. Six percent of those owners were 34 and under. Young entrepreneurs at the helm of thriving local businesses provide inspiration to the next generation of innovators. • Thriving small business owners can send a positive message to traditionally underrepresented groups. The National Women’s Business Council Annual Report for 2022 indicated women-owned employer firms increased by nearly 17 percent between 2012 and 2019. Similarly, the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2021 Annual Business Survey found that there were more Hispanic-owned and minority-owned businesses in various sectors than a decade earlier. The success of women- and minori-

ty-owned businesses sends a positive message to young entrepreneurs and locals who are part of groups that have traditionally been underrepresented in business. That can help to create a more diverse and inclusive Main Street, the success of which depends heavily on locals’ willingness to patronize local businesses. • Shopping local supports many small business owners. Family meals and social gatherings with friends and coworkers are a big part of the holiday season, and it’s not uncommon to break bread and share a few drinks during a night on the town. Choosing to gather at a locally owned restaurant or tavern instead of a chain restaurant can have a ripple effect on an assortment of local businesses.

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able for Android- and Apple-based phones and cameras as well. • Waterproof hiking boots/shoes: Taking the road less traveled often means going on foot. Trailblazing is made easier with durable, waterproof footwear that can go from the trail to the mountainside more readily. • Motion-capture trail camera: Another way to watch wildlife is to do so from a motion-capture trail camera that can be set up by a nesting area or along a path frequented by local wildlife. • First aid kit: It’s always important to keep safety in mind when enjoying nature. A well-stocked first aid kit is a great way to give the gift of good health and safety. Nature lovers can enjoy their passions even more thoroughly with gifts that cater to their love of the great outdoors.

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Stop the presses! C.R.O.W. is very excited to announce open auditions for an upcoming production of Disney’s Newsies. The show will be presented for 6 public performances over two weekends, April 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21, 2024 at the Florence Events Center. This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what’s right. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair work conditions. Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty & The Beast) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience member. C.R.O.W. was founded in 2011, is a Florence-based 501 (c) 3 organization, and is dedicated to giving back to the community by providing quality performing arts experiences. Roles are available in Newsies for youth ages 4-22+. “Newsies has incredible literacy tie-ins and historical context,” said C.R.O.W. Artistic Director, Melanie Heard who is also a credentialed teacher. “Not to mention catchy songs and huge dance numbers. If you’ve never seen this show or heard the music, you’re in for a real treat. It’s just plain wonderful, and will help to both edu-

bring 16-32 bars or about one minute from a song that they would like to sing (sheet music or MP3 track on a device with no background voices are acceptable), and a headshot/resume if they have one. “Happy Birthday” or “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” are acceptable if kids don’t have a song prepared. Older youth will be asked to sing first, and will be asked to stay and dance. A dance combination will be available for previewing on C.R.O.W.’s Facebook page prior to auditions. “I’m encouraging our kids to learn the choreography ahead of time, so that they can come in and really impress us,” said Heard. Parents

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FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd & Kingwood • (541) 997-6025 Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is at 9:00 a.m. Online services at www.florenceunitedmethodist.org or find us on Facebook.

BAHA’I FAITH OF FLORENCE Monthly Interfaith Devotions in-person & Zoom 4th Monday 7:00 pm “Ye are all leaves of one tree ...” -Baha’i Writings Join us on Facebook: Florence Baha’i Community For info and meeting location: 541-590-0779 ALL ARE WELCOME!

FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sunday Service 10:00 am Wednesday Bible Study returns this Fall. Website: florence4square.com

Wednesdays at 7pm https://www.florencecrossroadag.org/church-online Other platforms update after the service. florencecrossroadag.org office@florencecrossroadag.org

RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We meet Sunday’s at 11am in our homes. Call 541-515-8191 for locations.

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NEW LIFE LUTHERAN E.L.C.A. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 4590 Hwy. 101 N, across from Fred Meyer“Serving Christ by serving others.” 541 997-7418 21st & Spruce Streets—(541) 997-8113 SUNDAY SERVICES - Adult Bible Study Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. 9:30 AM; Worship 10:45 AM; Online services available on our FaceBook, YouTube, High School Youth 7- 9 PM and website: www.florencenewlifelutheran.org MID-WEEK- Women’s Bible Study-Tuesday NEW LIFE PENTOCOSTAL CHURCH 10:00-Noon and Thursday Located in Park Place Plaze (Suite J) 7:00-8:00PM; Men’s Bible Study Thursday Sunday Morning@ 10AM and 8:00-9:30 AM; Middle Wednesday Night @ 7pm School Youth Wed. 7-9 PM. Pastor Tim Banks Sunday Worship streams live at Community Baptist 541-252-2319 Church Facebook Page PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD 3996 N Hwy 101 541-997-7136 Corner of 10th & Maple- 541-997-3533 Internet and in person Sunday Services at 10:30am, Sunday 9am Adult Sunday School is at 9:30am. 1st Service in person Call the church for details. Sunday 11am Reverend Greg Wood 2nd Service in person & Online All Welcome. Come as you are. Children’s Church (0yrs-12yrs) in person & Online

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Online entries for the 3rd annual Home Town Holiday Light Contest will begin December 1 and continue through December 15. Residents and business owners alike are encouraged to submit photos of their holiday light display for inclusion in this year’s “tour of lights” founded by local business-

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woman Cindy Wobbe and sponsored by The Good Deed Project. Online voting will begin December 15 and continue through Christmas. The public is encouraged to drive by each entry during the voting period of 12/15 through 12/25 and vote for their favorite light display.

Winners will be announced after Christmas in both the residential and business categories, with prizes given to the first place winners of “The People’s Choice Award” and “The Spirit of Christmas Award.” To enter or request more information, visit www.CindyWobbeEstates.com.

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SEASON CONTINUED from page 1A tion are sponsoring Santa’s Workshop with face painting, cookie decorating, games, coloring contest and crafts at Cross Road Assembly of God Church from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free family event for all ages with a suggested donation of gloves, mittens, and scarves for Siuslaw Youth. Attendees can also pick up a free “Finding Flo” the Whale Treasure Hunt map to look for treasures all across town. At 4 p.m. on Saturday, the Holiday Festival begins with lighted vehicle parade making its way down Bay Street. The second annual light parade features both commercial and non-commercial entries. The Florence Police Department will lead the way with the Siuslaw Fire Department escorting Santa & Mrs. Claus at the end. Lighted balloons will be available at the Chamber booth in front of the Gazebo at Old Town Park on Bay Street. Musical entertainment is provided by DJ Al Rojas. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be riding Florence style in a side-by-side ATV handing out candy canes before the City’s tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. “The Public Works department works many hours to make sure that not only the tree is beautifully lit – but also the Interpretive Center park and Old Town park as well,” Hathaway said. After the tree lighting, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the gazebo for photos until 7 p.m. along with the talent of violist Robbie Dee playing holiday favorites. Local businesses will have extended hours to accommodate shopping and dining experiences. To end the festivities, C.R.O.W. theatre troop presents Holly Jolly Follies at 7 p.m. at the Florence Event Center. “The holidays are a magical time, especially in our storybook coastal town of Florence, Oregon. We are known as Oregon’s coastal playground, and that in-

cludes in the fall and winter months,” Hathaway said. For more information contact Mitzi Hathaway - Director of Tourism De-

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from page 1A Fahrenheit. “In this humidity, 34 degrees feels like 32,” she said. According to the National Weather Service, overnight temperatures in the third week of November have reached down into the low 40s, with rain off and on. The overnight low after the city council meeting was 42.8 degrees and got down to 41 degrees the night before. The first day of winter is still a month away. Council considerations McLellan told the council that while a couple likely host churches have been identified, their boards have not yet met to discuss it. “Although the church buildings that hosted pre-pandemic are no longer available, the Florence Warming Center has identified two or three other locations. At the time of writing this letter the details and permissions for using those church facilities is underway,” the written request states. “The Warming Center will not be able to open and function without the permissions from the church’s governing body.” McLellan told councilors that volunteers have been using training and examples of the Egan Center, a warming Shelter in Eugene to prepare. She said the shelter would only be open at night from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m., and if the chosen location has no kitchen, food would be brought to the site by volunteers. The request detailed what tasks volunteers would take on, including, pick-up, property storage, pet care, food prep and serving, laundry, and cleanup. On cold nights, staff would remain onsite overnight. “Well have some paid and some volunteer staff onhand at all times when it’s open,” she said. “We’ve been working hard to organize and recreate the volunteer pool.” McLellan said the council would be notified as soon as a host location is secured. McLellan noted

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“Although the church buildings that hosted pre-pandemic are no longer available, the Florence Warming Center has identified two or three other locations. At the time of writing this letter the details and permissions for using those church facilities is underway. The Warming Center will not be able to open and function without the permissions from the church’s governing body.” Written request for warming shelter

that many homeless individuals rebound and eventually find places to live. The goal is to make sure people survive the winter so they can rebound, she said. Councilor Robert Carp noted part of the request which said groups on a prepared list would be notified as soon as a shelter location is secured. The list included Helping Hands, SOS, the Siuslaw Library, the Senior Center and the program’s lunch coordinator. Carp questioned why the Senior Center was on the list. City Manager Erin Reynolds explained that since the Senior Center offers low cost meals, its staff regularly meet local homeless persons and can notify them of the warming shelter during cold weather snaps. McLellan said that the notification does not obligate the center to do anything, and that the notification will allow staff to accurately respond to questions about where people can find shelter on cold nights. Carp wanted to go on the record to say that he is not opposed to shelters operated by local volunteers, but is opposed to the use of Florence city tax dollars to do so. Councilor Jo Beaudreau said she looked at the training program at the Egan Center in Eugene and was impressed by what’s being done. “It looks like you have a great group of people working on this,” she said, adding that she was glad to know that local churches are stepping up to be involved.

Councilor Sally Wantz asked if more than one site could be chosen. “We would like to be able to [offer more sites],” McLellan replied. “What we told the churches when we wrote to them and called them … We wanted to be clear on two main things; First, we are providing the volunteers. We are not expecting a host church to manage the whole thing, except, of course, to have someone open up... The reason we were hoping for multiple sites is that sometimes, a host church might have block-out dates.” She said that with other options, the shelter could be relocated quickly to another location if needed. “I’m totally with you on this,” Wantz said. “I think it’s a wonderful thing that we can do… and like you said, it’s a service to save lives in the worst conditions, so bravo.” With little further discussion, the council voted unanimously to approve the shelter as presented. Cold enough While the Oregon Coast is not known for below freezing temperatures, the effects of being wet and cold for prolonged periods can create a medical emergency. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the body can develop hypothermia at cold temperatures, sometimes even at above 40 degrees. When the body loses more heat than it produces over prolonged periods, the body temperature will start

to drop. Older adults with inadequate food, clothing or heating are susceptible, along with those who remain outside for long periods of time. If someone’s temperature is below 95 degrees, they need medical attention immediately. Often, the effects can be reversed by warming the subject, but some may slip into unconsciousness and die if their temperature continues to drop. Emergency Medical Technicians know that when the body temperature drops below 86 degrees, the subject may go into cardiac arrest, or vital signs will be barely detectable, with an increased risk of arrhythmia. If the subject has used alcohol to feel warmer, their ability to shiver and generate heat will be impacted. Alcohol may also cause a rush of blood to the skin, impacting one’s ability to keep their core warm. The dropping body temperature will affect the brain and a subject’s ability to think or move well. In this mental state, a subject may not know or understand what’s happening or what to do about it, the CDC says. Memory loss, slurred speech, drowsiness and fumbling may be indications of hypothermia. If you encounter someone out in the cold with such symptoms, wrap them in anything warm and call 911. More information about the shelter and how to help can be found at https:// www.florenceemergencycoldweathershelter.com/

noting that for three hours, community members and agencies collaborated for CONTINUED a common cause. “It really from page 1A gave a sense of community cohesion. It was wonderful.” worth about $100 each, Chilton said the event and three were handed out. served a braod representa“It’s true to say it was a tion of people, from vetergreat success,” Chilton said, ans to local unhoused peo-

ple, disabled folks, kids and even one expecting mother. The event opened in salute to veterans with a Veterans of Foreign Wars display of colors, the National Anthem, the Pledge and a prayer by Pastor Chilton. “We’re looking forward to doing it again next year,” he said.

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Florence community celebrates economic impact of the arts

A community celebration was held at the Florence Events Center on Nov. 8 to reveal the results of a year-long study to determine the actual economic impact of arts and culture events in the Florence Region. The Celebration featured a presentation from Randy Cohen from Americans for the Arts in Washington D.C., a discussion of the local results, and two songs performed by C.R.O.W. kids. Courtesy photos By BREE LAUGHLIN

Country Media The Florence Regional Arts Alliance and the Arts and Economic Prosperity Study-6 steering committee hosted a celebration to share the results of their year-long efforts with the community. The study, also known as AEP6, was held to determine the actual economic impact of arts and culture events in the central coast region. The information shared at the celebration was based on nearly 1,000 surveys completed by event audiences, along with surveys from 15 regional arts and culture organizations. Harlen Springer, the AEP6 steering committee chair, said the event on Nov. 8 at the Florence Events Center was a resounding success. “We presented findings from

the local Arts and Economic Prosperity Study to a standing room only crowd – including city officials,” Springer said. Survey data showed the average dollar amounts spent at local restaurants, hotels, and retail shops, as well as on transportation, supplies, and childcare, every time an arts or cultural event happens in the greater Florence area. “Senator Dick Anderson attended and told me how impressed he was with the data and how he can use it in the legislature,” Springer said. The study concluded that the total economic impact of arts and culture in the Florence region brought in $7.3 Million, and could result in $1.5 million in government revenue, she said. “This data on the actual economic impact of arts and culture events in the Florence

Region is impressive,” said Randy Cohen, V.P. of Research with Americans for the Arts in Washington D.C., and featured speaker at the event. “Each audience member spent $65 per person on local businesses when they came to an event - not including the cost of the ticket,” Cohen said. In addition to brining in revenue, arts and culture organizations in the Florence region also support 118 jobs. That equates to $4.6 Million in personal income, said Bettina Hannigan, AEP6 steering committee member and President and CEO of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. “That puts us in the top five

employers in the area,” Hannigan said. The takeaway from the event is that the arts matter, AEP6 steering committee chair Springer said. “Thank you for supporting arts and culture events and organizations because they give back to the community,” she said. The Florence Region AEP6 Study was supported by Florence Regional Arts Alliance, Oregon Arts Commission, Travel Oregon, and Oregon Coast Visitors Association. For the full Florence Region data report, www.fraaoregon. com/aep6-study.

Harney County judge declares Measure 114 on gun safety unconstitutional

By BEN BOTKIN Oregon Capital Chronicle Guest Article Oregon’s voter-approved gun law that would require permits and a safety course violates the state constitution, a Harney County Circuit Court judge ruled on Tuesday. The ruling is a setback for gun safety advocates who backed Measure 114 in response to gun violence and mass shootings and convinced Oregon voters to pass it in 2022. Gun rights groups challenged the state law in federal court as well as Harney CounJim Hoberg, ABR, ABRM, CRS, GRI ty Circuit Court. Jim Hoberg, ABR, ABRM, CRS, GRI P 541-997- SOLD (7653) The law has not gone into P 541-997- SOLD (7653) 541-997-7654 F by Sponsored F 541-997-7654 T F 1-866-967-7653 effect with the litigation pendT F 1-866-967-7653jim@jimhoberg.com jim@jimhoberg.com www.wcresi.com ing. The ruling effectively JIM HOBERG, www.wcresi.com ABR,ABRM,CRS, means Measure 114 will not GRI, SRES, GREEN become a reality, unless Judge Broker/Owner ••• Robert Raschio’s decision is P.O. Box 3040 • 1870 Highway 126, Suite A • Florence, OR 97439 ox 3040 • 1870 Highway 126, Suite A • Florence, OR 97439 overturned in a higher court. sales@wcresi.com rentals@wcresi.com Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum promised to appeal the case. 541.997.7653 “The Harney County judge’s Toll Free 1-866-967-7653 visit us online at www.jimhoberg.com or www.wcresi.com ruling is wrong,” Rosenblum • RESIDENTIAL • LAND • COMMERCIAL • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT • said in a statement. “Worse, it needlessly puts Oregonians’ lives at risk. The state will file an appeal and we believe we will prevail.” The Gun Owners Foundation and Gun Owners of America, Inc., both based in BROKER/OWNER

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tution was adopted with the provision that people shall have the right to bear arms for their defense. Raschio referenced Oregon’s frontier history to justify his ruling. “The court finds the (voters) of 1857 did not seek to restrain access to the best firearms with the highest functionality possible they could procure,” the judge wrote in the 44-page ruling, which notes the state constitution was adopted in an era when pioneers “engaged in forceable removal of the Indigenous tribes of Oregon” and wanted the best weapons possible. The law also would ban large-capacity magazines with

more than 10 rounds which can lead to widespread carnage in a mass shooting. The judge found the ban on large-capacity magazines “does not enhance public safety” enough to justify the infringement of the right to bear arms. In an alert to its members, the Oregon Firearms Federation praised the ruling and the judge, saying Raschio “took a brave stand in the face of a full frontal assault on gun rights by Oregon’s establishment leftists.” But the gun rights organization warned that more legal battles lie ahead. Jess Marks, executive director of the Oregon Alliance for Gun Safety, expects that as well. “Every day that Measure 114 is held up in court, Oregon lives are put at risk,” Marks said in a statement. “We expect that the state of Oregon will appeal this misguided ruling and that a higher court will see fit to allow this voter-approved law to go into effect. Lives depend on it.” Every year, hundreds Oregonians die from gun violence, suicides or accidental See M114 page 2B

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Arts organizations to receive small operating grants Small grants that make a big difference for ensuring access to arts programming, especially in rural areas, have been awarded to 119 arts organizations by the Oregon Arts Commission. Each organization will receive $2,363. Small Operating Grants support arts organizations throughout the state with annual budgets of less than $150,000. Eligibility is limited to organizations that provide ongoing, sustained artistic and outreach programming and have operated as an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit for a minimum of one year. “Although the Drexel H. Foundation and our community is rural and small compared to other parts of Oregon, our impact is huge,” said Sandijean Fu-

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Oregon economists revise revenue forecast, state will have extra $217 million to spend

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Oregon lawmakers will have less money to spend next year than they anticipated after a promising revenue forecast released last week. The Office of Economic Analysis on Tuesday revised its December revenue forecast, saying it overstated an expected increase in tax collections. In fact, insurance tax collections are trending down, not up. That means lawmakers will have an extra $217 million to spend next year, rather than the $335 million forecasted last week. And they’ll still

Construction continues at the Capitol building in Salem. (Amanda Loman/Oregon Capital Chronicle) have plenty of demands for the money. Gov. Tina Kotek plans to ask for at least $14 million for homeless shelters around the state. She also indicated she’ll seek some funding related to the recommendations

from her task force to revitalize Portland, which will present its plan at a summit in December. Lawmakers will likely also face pressure from school districts – including Portland Public Schools, which is weeks

into a teachers’ strike – to send more money to districts undergoing budget crises. And after a failed citywide vote to enact a payroll tax, Salem city leaders have signaled they’ll press the state for more aid. The state, which doesn’t pay property taxes, owns about 8% of the land within city limits and employs roughly a quarter of the total Salem workforce. In other capital cities, including Olympia, Washington, the state government provides payments in lieu of taxes to account for costs to cities. The 2024 legislative session will begin Feb. 5 and can last up to 35 days.

M114 from page 1A shootings. In 2022, 803 Oregonians visited hospital emergency rooms with firearm-related injuries, according to Oregon Health Authority data. In 2021, 670 people in Oregon died from firearms, according to federal data. In the federal lawsuit, the U.S. District Court ruled that Measure 114 is constitutional, upholding the law. Gun rights organizations have appealed the federal ruling to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

https://oregoncapitalchronicle. com/2023/11/21/ h a r n e y - c o u n ty-judge-declares-measure-114-on-gun-safety-unconstitutional/ Oregon Capital Chronicle is part of States Newsroom, a network of news bureaus supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Oregon Capital Chronicle maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor Lynne Terry for questions: info@oregoncapitalchronicle.com.

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R-Idaho, Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., and Susan Collins, R-Maine. “Oregon is world famous for our specialty crops, and products like blueberries and hazelnuts make up a significant portion of our state’s export economy. Unfortunately, growers face many barriers to foreign markets, which limit their competitiveness,” Bonamici said. “The Specialty CROP Act will improve the USDA’s existing specialty crops trade report to better translate its findings into meaningful action and policy. I’m pleased to introduce this important bipartisan legislation with Senator Wyden and several colleagues in the House and Senate.” “Specialty crop producers in California have faced many challenges over the last few years – from supply chain backlogs at our ports, rising input costs, labor shortages, and drought,” said Valadao. “Many of our California-grown specialty crops rely on customers overseas, but too often face unfair trade barriers that make it difficult to stay competitive. This bill will better identify trade obstacles so that Ameri-

can-grown specialty crops have fair access to foreign markets.” “Specialty crops – fruits, vegetables, nuts, and more – are vital to Michigan’s economy and to the livelihoods of the farmers that grow them,” said Slotkin. “That’s why I’m co-leading the Specialty CROP Act. This bipartisan bill will help growers access foreign markets, while also analyzing potential barriers to success – a straightforward, common-sense step that will support our agriculture community.” The legislation will help farmers by making key improvements to the annual U.S. Specialty Crops Trade Issues Report, in order to more effectively identify and combat unreasonable trade barriers, including to: o Explicitly require participation and engagement from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR); o Highlight specific trade barriers that limit the export competitiveness of specialty crops in specific markets, including tariff and non-tariff barriers; o Include an assessment of whether each trade barrier is subject to a

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Work being done to study the impacts of forests and carbon sequestration show how timber is harvested has an impact on how much carbon can be captured. Contributed photo student. “Future management decisions will need to strive to meet harvest requirements while also striving to maintain high rates of carbon sequestration.” The study area for the modeling was the McDonald-Dunn Research Forest, an 11,000-acre woodland northwest of Corvallis owned and managed by the College of Forestry. The forest is in the eastern foothills of the Coast Range, and the dominant species in the McDonald-Dunn overstory is Douglas-fir, Oregon’s state tree and a versatile timber tree that’s a source of boards, railroad ties, plywood veneer and wood fiber. The researchers inventoried more than 300 stands known from past research to have four different productivity levels – high, medium high, medium low and low – and input stand data into the Forest Vegetation Simulator, a software suite that predicts changes in vegetation in response to natural disturbances or management activities. “Some forest scientists have argued that multiple but shorter rotations lead to greater sequestration rates because of the accelerated

growth rates of younger trees compared to mature or old-growth trees,” said Carlisle, who graduated in 2023 and is now a forest carbon analyst at Finite Carbon. “Others say frequent harvesting won’t allow forest carbon to rebound after each subsequent rotation, and thus longer periods between clearcutting are a better choice. And depending on who you ask, thinning will either enhance forest carbon uptake by facilitating growth in residual trees, or hurt it by removing above-ground biomass.” Over a 240-year projection time frame, the Oregon State scientists found that for highly productive stands, 60-year rotations with low-intensity thinning at 40 years led to the greatest carbon storage (in the standing trees plus what was removed from

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Shana McConville Radford to be first director of tribal affairs for Oregon governor Gov. Kotek announced McConville Radford will join her administration to foster positive relationships with Oregon-based tribes

By ALEX BAUMHARDT which differs from an adviser in “classification Oregon Capital and internal structure,” Chronicle according to Matica. Shana McConville In a news release last Radford of the Confeder- Thursday announcing the ated Tribes of the Umatil- appointment, Kotek said la Indian Reservation will she chose McConville join Gov. Tina Kotek’s Radford for her “extenadministration as Ore- sive experience in tribal gon’s first tribal affairs matters, policies and govdirector. ernment-to-government McConville Radford, relations.” 39, had since May 2022 McConville Radford served as deputy direc- said in the same release tor of the Confederated she’d work to foster colTribes of the Umatilla In- laboration and cooperadian Reservation. tion between the sover“The tribal affairs di- eign governments of the rector role is an unprece- nine Oregon-based tribes dented role in the Gover- and the federal and state nor’s office,” said Kotek government. spokesperson Anca Mati“I will promote and ca in an email. “The gov- practice transparent and ernor’s top priority for integrous policy design the tribal affairs director and implementation by is to foster positive rela- centering true collaborationships with Oregon’s tion through curiosity, tribal nations through empathy, candor, and meaningful and transpar- reciprocity,” she said. ent consultation.” Kathryn Brigham, McConville Radford chair of the Confederwill earn $10,023 per ated Tribes of the Umamonth as a director, tilla Indian Reservation

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board, said the board was pleased Kotek had chosen a member of the tribe for the position. “We look forward to working with the governor’s office to see not only the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation move forward and progress in the coming years, but all nine sovereign tribes in Oregon,” Brigham said. “We believe that Shana can help with that endeavor.” Before becoming deputy director of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, McConville Radford worked with a number of state leaders, federal agencies and tribal governments. In 2010, she was a Mark O. Hatfield Congressional Fellow, serving as tribal legislative liaison and advisor to Oregon’s U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, a Democrat. She was a former superintendent of the Flathead Agency of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Montana, working closely with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. She also spent sev-

eral years as health and human services tribal liaison for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. McConville Radford lived in Warm Springs until fifth grade before her family returned to the Umatilla Indian Reservation, according to an article in Spilyay Tymoo (Coyote News). In 2020, she worked with the U.S. Census Bureau as a tribal and congressional lead to improve census counts from tribal nations in Oregon and Idaho. She holds a master’s degree in international law and international relations from the University of New South Wales in Kensington, Australia, and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Portland State University. “Governor Kotek’s trust in me underscores her respect and commitment in strengthening, addressing, and understanding the distinctive needs and the unique political relationship with Oregon’s Tribal nations,” McConville Radford said in the news release.

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SOCAN reaching a new level of Climate Action Climate organizations are constantly urging us to reduce our footprint, but SOCAN (Southern Oregon Climate Action Now) is hoping to increase its footprint. The footprint that climate activists seek to reduce is that resulting in our direct and indirect emissions of greenhouse gases. The footprint that SOCAN seeks to increase is that of its influence. For over a decade, SOCAN has been deeply rooted in the Southern Oregon community. SOCAN promotes awareness of the science of global warming and the climate chaos it is imposing and, within the framework of resolving a history of social injustice, stimulates individual and collective action to address it. As a result, SOCAN is well positioned to continue promoting climate action. Established in 2012 with a relatively small group of supporters, SOCAN has now grown to several hundred volunteer activist supporters and a mailing list of over 2,000. Over the more than a decade of its existence, SOCAN has consistently engaged with state and federal legislators on climate proposals, delivered testimony to state agencies developing climate-related programs, offered encouragement for local communities to undertake meaningful action to adapt to and mitigate the climate crisis, assisted educators through workshops and in-class presentations, offered community-wide opportunities to learn about climate science through events such as the 2015 Climate Summit and the annual Master Climate Protector – a Primer for Action course available for interested community members, collaborated with other non-profit organizations across the region and state in efforts to address the climate cri-

sis through the lens of climate justice. Since SOCAN was established as the first grassroots climate activist organization in Southern Oregon, other concerned residents have established effective organizations such as Rogue Climate and Southern Oregon Citizens Climate Lobby Chapter while other organizations have added climate components to their programs. Since SOCAN has achieved success with a corps of volunteer activists and leaders, the annual budgets have been relatively modest. As a result of their recent and ongoing fundraising campaign, SOCAN Board President Hogan Sherrow recently stated: “We at SOCAN are thrilled to announce that our fundraising campaign ‘Reaching a New Level of Climate Action’ was very successful and as a result we are hiring our first Executive Director! We will be advertising the position over the next several weeks and plan to hire the right person to lead our organization to a new level of climate action in early 2024. Thank you to all of the supporters, donors, foundations and friends who helped make this first step possible. Over the next few months, we will be reaching out as part of our new campaign, so please look for that! I especially want to thank my fellow board members who worked tirelessly to make all of this possible. It is a pleasure working with all of you. Here’s to a new level of climate action and an even larger footprint for SOCAN moving forward!” SOCAN’s first Executive Director opportunity will be widely advertised. Anyone interested in exploring this opportunity will find more information at https://socan.eco/ 2023campaign/.

We Are Better Together As we look to a new year, we’re celebrating what connects us as a community, and what we can do to bridge our divides. From virtual events and local perspectives to cultural insights and conversation starters, we invite you to join us in making our community better, together. Help rebuild our economy by supporting these and other local businesses!

ART ALLIANCE Florence Regional Arts Alliance 120 Maple Street Florence, Oregon 97439 541-999-0859

AUTOMOTIVE Petersen Auto Detailing Florence, Oregon, 97439 541-999-6078

CHAMBER Florence Area Chamber of Commerce 290 Hwy 101 Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-3128 www.florencechamber.com

CHURCH Cross Road Assembly of God 1380 10th St Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-3533 Florence Church of Christ 1833 Tamarack St. Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-3133

ESTATE SALES HUMANE SOCIETY Cindy Wobbe Estate Sales 498 Hwy. 101 Florence OR 97439 541-999-0126 www.CindyWobbeEstates.com

EVENT CENTER Florence Events Center 715 Quince Street Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-1994

FOOD BANK Florence Food Share 2190 Spruce St. Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-9110

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Oregon Coast Humane Society 541-997-4277 Shelter 2840 Rhododendron Dr. Thrift Store 1193 Bay St.

INSURANCE Abel Insurance Agency 875 Hwy 101 Florence, OR 97439 541-997-3466 www.abelinsuranceagency.com

NEWSPAPERS Siuslaw News 148 Maple Street Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-3441 www.thesiuslawnews.com

REAL ESTATE Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate Randy Paredes, Broker 100 Hwy 101 Florence, Oregon 97439 541-991-9107 West Coast Real Estate Services, Inc. 1870 Hwy. 126, Suite A Florence, Oregon 97439 541-997-SOLD (7653)

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88875 Bayberry LN #20 - Wonderful home in the Mercer Lake Resort RV Park with 2 bdrm, 2 bath, an updated white kitchen with built-in microwave. The home comes fully furnished and sold as is. No land included in this sale. A covered front porch and large carport, with tool shed and small yard in back. $135,000. #3499-23246291

Raleigh – Woman’s 26” Model SC200, in good condition. $150.00 831-2511-2404. ___________________ 26” Men’s Shimano mountain bike with helmet $75.00 541272-9788. 26” Women’s Shimano mountain bike with helmet $ 75.00 541272-9788.

Pine Ct #1400 – Large city lot! Ready to build or place manufactured home on this cul-de-sac lot with views of a pond. City services to the lot line. This lot has enough room for your home and RV parking. $179,000. #3399-22580467

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Mapleton double-property investment opportunity. Two separate lots, each with a 2bdrm, 1 bath MFD home. Combined both properties measure just over 2 acres. Renovate or replace! $259,900 List #1201/23269720

Custom built home with unparalleled Woahink Lake frontage. Beautiful custom finishes from the slate tiled roof to the radiant heat flooring system. Double garage, guest apartment, large dock with boat lift and more! $2,700,000 List #1208/23563402

Commercial building features paved parking and a 4,156 sq. ft. building on a .21 acre lot. Two story with main commercial space below and bathroom, lounge & storage above. $649,000 List #1171/23549465

Florentine Estates 2-bdrm, 2 bath, 1075 sq. ft. of living space with a detached single car garage. Split bedroom floorplan with a laundry room and washer & dryer. Well-appointed kitchen & dining area. $349,900 List #1200/23242637

Custom built 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath dwelling on one acre south of Florence with an oversized garage with room to park a vehicle and an RV. Upperlevel space has open living & kitchen and slider to balcony. $524,900 List #1207/23410932

Two-bedroom, 1 bathroom home with 972 sq. ft. of living space on 1.16 Acres located south of Florence. Attached 2-car carport & lots of driveway parking. Home has newer min-split heat pump & lots of potential. $299,000 List #1206/23139014

Two story 2-bdrm, 2 bath home with 1460 sq. ft. of living space overlooking Mercer Lake. Attached oversized 1-car garage. Open living room with vaulted ceilings. Balconies & decking. $549,000 List #1180/23244249

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.53 Acre flag-lot nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in the beautiful, gated community of Fawn Ridge West. Property has paved road access. All City of Florence utilities, in a beach area neighborhood. $120,000 List #1162/23445033

Corner lot at Hwy 101 & 31st Street in the heart of Florence. .12 acre lot has 120 feet of Hwy 101 frontage. Zoned H. $100,000 List #1145/22222123

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LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OREGON, COUNTY OF LANE Probate Department In the Matter of the Estate of Gordon Lawrence Ball, Deceased. Case No. 23PB10124 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dennis A. Ball was appointed Personal Representative on November 16, 2023. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned Personal Representative in care of his attorney DUSTAN E. JOHNSON, PC, at 326 6th Ave SW, PO Box 1928, Albany, OR 97321, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred. All persons whose

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rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the court, the Personal Representative, or the attorneys for the Personal Representative. Dated and first published November 29th, 2023 Estate of Gordon L. Ball, Deceased, Attorney for Personal Representative /s/ Dustan E. Johnson Dustan E. Johnson, OSB 782610 ___________________

RESOLUTION PC 23 25 PUD 01 Myrtle Glen Final PUD: Application from Mike Johnson, on behalf of the applicants William Johnson Construction, Inc and property owner David J. Bielenberg, seeking approval for final planned unit development (PUD) plan located at 37th and Oak St. The PUD proposal consists of extending 37th St., and constructing 25 townhomes, parking, stormwater, open space and recreation space on 3.34 acres of property. Lane County Assessor’s Map # 1812-22-11, TL 01200 & 00200. www.ci.florence.or.us/ citymanager/public-meetings-live. Testimony can be given in writing or through a request to participate in the meeting. Those wishing to testify either in person or via conference call must submit a speaker’s card at www. ci.florence.or.us/bc-pc/

request-address-planning-commission-speakers-card by 3:30PM on December 12, 2023. For additional information contact the Planning Department at planningdepartment@ci.florence. or.us or 541-997-8237. To be published November 29th, 2023.

Notice of Public Hearings Notice is hereby given that the Florence Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in person and via videoconference on December 12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Florence City Hall Chambers located at 250 Highway 101, to consider and deliberate on the following:

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