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14 Wednesday, March 2, 2022 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon MARTIN: New principal planner is on the job in Sisters Continued from page 3 PHOTO PROVIDED Happy Meals on Wheels client receiving a meal, flowers, and a hello. GRANTS: Program received funds from four foundations Continued from page 3 Charitable Foundation, <and your commitment truly makes Oregon a better place to live. We are pleased to be able to support your Meals on Wheels program.= Council on Aging of Central Oregon received grants from Barbara Emily Knudson Charitable Foundation, OnPoint Community Credit Union, First Interstate Bank, and Brooks Resources for its Meals on Wheels program. Brooks Resources awarded $2,500 to support meals for seniors in Deschutes County. Their mission is to support social services, arts, culture, and educa- tion in Bend. The Barbara Emily Knudson Charitable Foundation awarded $12,000 to the Meals on Wheels program. Their mis- sion is to promote education, health, and vibrant commu- nities in Oregon. OnPoint Community Credit Union donated $5,000. OnPoint believes communities grow and thrive when we all work together to support those most in need. First Interstate Bank contributed $1,000 to address food insecurity in our older adult population in Central Oregon. <We are so grateful that these foundations recognize the food insecurity issues our seniors are facing in Central Oregon. Their con- tinued support of our Meals on Wheels program is a vote of confidence that together we can make a difference in the health and well-being of our elders,= said Council We are so grateful that these foundations recognize the food insecurity issues our seniors are facing in Central Oregon. — Susan Rotella on Aging9s executive direc- tor Susan Rotella. <These awards will help us meet the growing food insecurity needs this year.= Central Oregon organiza- tions, foundations, and local residents are welcomed and encouraged to support the Council on Aging9s Meals on Wheels program. To make a donation, visit www.council onaging.org/donate. For more information about resources for older adults, call the Council on Aging at 541-678-5483, visit www.councilonaging.org, or their Facebook page at www.faceboo k . c o m/ CouncilOnAgingOfCentral Oregon. Deschutes County. He and his wife, Valerie, settled in Bend and decided <this was a place I want to put down roots.= He became an asso- ciate planner during his five years at the county. After the experience of dealing with short-range rural planning, Martin went to the City of Bend where he worked on urban planning during the peak of activity prior to the 2008 recession. After the recession, Martin broadened his expe- rience further with regional planning while working for Commute Options in ODOT Region 4. He also did some contract work for Jefferson County and private devel- opers. He became the man- ager for NeighborImpact9s weatherization program before returning to Deschutes County to do long-range planning. Along the way, Martin9s daughter, Paige, was born, and she is now 14 years old. With his multitude of work experiences, Martin brings with him to Sisters a full grasp of Oregon land-use laws as well as both urban and rural long- and short- range planning experi- ence. He is well acquainted with regional organizations and people within Central Oregon. He already was famil- iar with Sisters from work- ing with the Sisters Country Vision Project and the Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission. He also already has established relationships with some of Sisters9 public servants. Martin views his position of principal planner this way: <I know I9m here to represent the community and the citi- zens of Sisters by addressing the goals and needs of the community. I will be accessi- ble and available to them and be sure their voices and inter- ests are incorporated into the planning for the City.= A big influence in Martin9s life was his dad, who lived with multiple sclerosis until seven years ago. He was confined to a power wheelchair, which he drove with his chin. Martin9s experience with his father provided him a broader perspective on people and how everyone comes with their own experience and perspectives. He believes that good relationships grow out of gaining understanding of another9s <why and how.= Because of his father, Martin said he is hyper- aware of the importance of ADA requirements. <They are not just another set of rules for planners to follow. They are tangible, important components of a community. The small- est things, like the surface or grade of a sidewalk, can make a huge difference for someone with limitations,= he explained. <My dad9s strength and spirit are ever-present, inspir- ing me,= Martin said. Martin9s mother fulfilled a lifelong dream by moving to the Oregon coast two years ago. When time permits, Martin enjoys most of what Central Oregon has to offer, especially camping, hiking, and snowboarding. For years, he has enjoyed being part of a men9s softball team each summer. BANR ENTERPRISES, LLC Residential & Commercial Contractor POWER HOUR Join us for a new fi tness class open to all abilities, age 18+. 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