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How To Purchase Your First Home In 2015
1965 FORD F100
ORIGINAL US ARMY
TRUCK
2004 24’ KOMFORT
Good condition.
Call for details
541-999-0620
$3,500
Dual Batteries, solar pan-
els, ext. pin box & hitch
for SB PU, Tub/shower
combo, queen, power
roof vents, 4 burner gas
stove, welded Alum.
frame. NS. $11,000
541-997-5319
2000 HONDA SHADOW
2008 HONDA CR-V EX-L
750cc, less than 20K
mi., new brakes and
saddle bags incl.
Fast, dependable
$2,800 Florence
503-502-7155
Loaded, 65Kmi. auto,
6-CD player, blue w/
gray leather interior,
heated seats.
$16,900
541-997-8316
2013 KEYSTONE COUGAR 36’
2013 KEYSTONE 21’
3 slides, Model
327RES, 5th Wheel,
one owner, not used
much, like new. Can
see on Craigslist.org
Asking $34,988
Pull trailer w/Elec.
awning & slideout.
Q bed, Used about
12 times. Extras
come w/trailer.
$19,000 obo
541-997-3931
P r i c e R e d u c t i o n
1972 MUSTANG MACH 1
Restored to orig.
351-V8-Cleveland
4 barrel carb. valve
seats updated,
engine freshened up.
Auto. $17,999
902-9183 or 999-0486
LUGGIE SCOOTER
NEW adult folding
scooter. Lightweight,
easy charge, sale due
to illness. $1,500.
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(NAPSA)-The
American dream of home-
ownership may not be as
hard to attain as many peo-
ple seem to fear. A few
intriguing facts and hints
can help.
The Facts
While existing home
sales have risen recently, the
National Association of
Realtors’ annual Profile of
Home Buyers and Sellers
found that the share of first-
time buyers recently fell to
its lowest level (33 percent)
in nearly three decades.
Many first-time buyers
experience obstacles on the
path to homeownership,
including difficulty saving
for a down payment and
tight credit conditions.
The Hints
Consider these tips:
• Find and work with
an expert Realtor who
knows the neighborhood.
Nothing can replace the
local knowledge and real
insight that professional
Realtors can provide to
first-time buyers as they
navigate the complex home
buying process.
According to the Profile
of Home Buyers and Sellers,
while most home buyers in
the past year began their
home search online, 90 per-
cent ended up purchasing
their home through an
agent. Realtors are not only
the source of online real
estate data, they also use
their unparalleled local mar-
ket
knowledge
and
resources to help close the
deal for buyers and sellers.
• Meet with a lender to
determine how much you
can afford. Last year, the
median price a first-time
buyer spent on a home was
Homeownership is still
attainable to qualified
buyers.
$169,000. Chances are, you
don’t have that amount of
cash lying around. That’s
why 95 percent of first-time
buyers who bought a home
in the past year financed
their purchase.
Find out what you can
afford with a preapproval
from a lender. A lender will
check your credit history,
current debt obligations
and other expenses to deter-
mine the amount of money
you’re qualified to borrow
at a specific interest rate.
Don’t forget to consider the
other costs of homeowner-
ship, such as taxes, insur-
ance and utilities.
• Identify your housing
wish list. Although 46 per-
cent of first-time buyers got
a single-family home in the
suburbs, you may prefer a
condo in an urban environ-
ment near public trans-
portation.
Regardless of your pref-
erences, identifying and
sharing your wish list can
help your Realtor focus on
the right home for you, scan
listings and connect with
those who represent sellers
to zero in on homes for sale
that meet your budget and
criteria.
Keep this advice in
mind and you may soon
find yourself waking up in
the home of your dreams.
Research Shows Web-Based Tutoring Means Better Math Scores
(NAPSA)-Ideally, all stu-
dents would have access to
one-on-one tutoring when
they need it. In most cases,
this ideal is neither feasible
nor affordable, but advanced
technology can give students a
one-on-one
experience
through software- and Web-
based learning tools.
“Technology has trans-
formed the way students
learn, especially when it
comes to math. The emphasis
has shifted from solving
abstract problems to actively
engaging in math through
activities that increase under-
standing of concepts and
apply math to the real world,”
explained Dr. Steve Ritter.
Software
like
Carnegie
Learning’s Cognitive Tutor
provides real-time feedback
on how successful students
are at solving problems target-
ed at particular mathematics
topics and will not let stu-
dents proceed to the next
topic until they fully grasp
each concept. Dr. Ritter notes
that such “software programs
recognize sticking points for
students, the same as a per-
sonal tutor would, and pro-
vide problems and guidance
until the student shows that
he or she has mastered the
skills being taught.” This
process provides students
with benefits similar to those
achieved in one-on-one expe-
riences, which are known to
drive improved learning out-
comes.
The success of this
approach to learning was
demonstrated in a major
experimental study conducted
by the RAND Corporation.
The two-year study was con-
ducted with over 18,000 stu-
dents across seven states,
explained Dr. Ritter, who is
the chief product architect for
Carnegie Learning, Inc., a
publisher of research-based
mathematics software and
textbooks for middle and high
school students. Comparing
students
taught
using
Carnegie Learning’s blended
curriculum for Algebra I,
which includes a combination
of consumable textbooks and
software, with those taught by
traditional methods using
only the textbooks that were
already in use, students using
the blended curriculum sig-
nificantly outperformed stu-
dents using traditional text-
books, nearly doubling the
growth in knowledge of the
textbook group.
Individualized Web-based
learning programs are contin-
uing to evolve and provide
more innovative learning
opportunities. For example,
Online tutorials can make math easier and more fun.
Carnegie Learning’s middle
school software, MATHia,
makes learning fun for chil-
dren by letting them person-
alize their own math experi-
ence. Students can customize
graphics and colors for their
screen. They can add the
names of friends and family to
appear in math problems.
They become more engaged
because their math problems
feature subjects that are most
interesting to them, such as
sports or music. More impor-
tant, students receiving these
personalized features learn
more. Just like face-to-face
interaction with a live tutor,
online tutoring provides indi-
vidualized instruction target-
ed to areas where students are
struggling, as well as topics
they are interested in, to keep
children actively engaged with
mathematics.
While current one-on-
one tutoring is a complement
to traditional textbook learn-
ing and in-class instruction,
new developments in technol-
ogy are making it possible to
recognize noncognitive ele-
ments of learning, such as
whether a user is bored or dis-
tracted, and how that impacts
learning. Intelligent learning
systems can then provide
alternative ways to motivate
students based on their atti-
tude and feelings, just like a
human, one-on-one tutor.
Learn More
For further facts, visit
www.carnegielearning.com.
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
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INVITATION FOR BIDS
SECTION 00100
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
HECETA WATER PEOPLE’S UTILITY DISTRICT -
WATER LINE UPGRADES PROJECT
Sealed bids for the construction of Water Line Up-
grades Project for the Heceta Water People’s Utility
District (Owner) will be received by Carl Neville, Gener-
al Manager, Heceta Water People’s Utility District of-
fice, 87845 Hwy. 101, Florence, OR 97439 until 2:00
p.m. PST February 26, 2015 at which time the sealed
bids will be opened publicly and read aloud. Bids re-
ceived after this time will not be accepted. All interest-
ed parties are invited to attend.
The project must be substantially complete 180
days after issuance of Notice to Proceed. Estimated
construction cost is between $1,100,000 and
$1,400,000. The project consists of the following major
items of construction:
Schedule 1 – Mercer Creek Water Line Bridge
Crossing
a. Construct a new water line across Sutton Lake
Road Bridge.
b. Work includes the following main items:
1. Construct approximately 235 lineal feet (lf) of new
ten (10) inch water line.
2. Work includes appurtenances for the water line,
including miscellaneous fittings.
Schedule 2 – Sutton Lake Road Water Line
a. Construct a new water line along Sutton Lake
Road and bridge.
b. Work includes the following main items:
1. Construct approximately 1,384 lineal feet (lf) of
new ten (10) inch water line.
2. Work includes new service lines and meter recon-
nections as well as appurtenances for the water line, in-
cluding reconnection to fire hydrants, gate valves, pres-
sure reducing valve (prv) station, and miscellaneous fit-
tings.
Schedule 3 – Rath Creek Marsh Water Line Cross-
ing and PRV Station
a. Construct a new water line from Sutton Lake
Road, across Rath Creek Marsh to Leavage Drive.
Work includes the following main items:
1. Construct approximately 1,020 lineal feet (lf) of
new ten (10) inch water line.
2. Work includes appurtenances for the water line,
including gate valves, pressure reducing valve (prv),
vault, and miscellaneous fittings.
b. Piling and Asbestos Containing Pipe Removal at
Mercer Creek. Work includes the following main items:
1. Removal of 14 pilings and 210 lineal feet (lf) of
asbestos-containing pipe.
Schedule 4 – North Mercer Lake Water Line
a. Construct a new water line along North Mercer
Lake Road.
b. Work includes the following main items:
1. Construct approximately 2,049 lineal feet (lf) of
new ten (10) inch water line.
2. Work includes new service lines and meter recon-
nections as well as appurtenances for the water line, in-
cluding, gate valves, pressure reducing valve (prv) sta-
tion, and miscellaneous fittings.
Schedule 5 – Levage Creek Water Line Bridge
Crossing
a. Construct a new water line across North Mercer
Lake Road Bridge.
b. Work includes the following main items:
1. Construct approximately 482 lineal feet (lf) of new
ten (10) inch water line.
2. Work includes appurtenances for the water line,
including miscellaneous fittings.
Bidding documents may be examined at the offices
of The Dyer Partnership Engineers & Planners, Inc.,
1330 Teakwood Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420,
(541)269-0732; and at the Heceta Water People’s Utili-
ty District office, 87845 Hwy. 101, Florence, Oregon.
Complete digital project bidding documents are
available at www.questcdn.com. You may download
the digital plan documents for $20.00 by inputting Quest
Project No. 3666710 on the website’s Project Search
page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632
or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free member-
ship registration, downloading, and working with this
digital project information. An optional paper set of
project documents is also available for a nonrefundable
price of $100.00 per set, which includes shipping.
Please contact us at (877) 773-8610 if you have any
questions.
A pre-bid conference will be held at the Heceta Wa-
ter People’s Utility District office, 87845 Hwy 101, Flor-
ence, OR 97439 on to be determined at a time to be
determined. Attendance is not mandatory, but bidders
are encouraged to attend.
Bids will be received on a unit price basis for all of
the work. No bid will be considered unless fully com-
pleted in the manner provided in the Instructions to Bid-
ders, and accompanied by a bid security executed in fa-
vor of the Owner in the amount not less than 10% of the
total amount of the bid. Per ORS 279C.385, bid securi-
ty is to be forfeited as fixed and liquidated damage
should the bidder neglect or refuse to enter into a con-
tract and provide suitable insurance certificates, bonds
and other required documents for the faithful perform-
ance of the work in the event bidder is awarded the
contract.
All bidders must be “equal opportunity employers”
and comply with the appropriate provisions of state and
federal law. In addition, all bidders are required to com-
ply with ORS 656.017 regarding workers’ compensa-
tion. Prior to submission of bid, Bidders shall be regis-
tered and in good standing with the Oregon Construc-
tion Contractors Board, and thereafter shall comply with
the requirements of ORS701.035 to ORS 701.138. Bid-
der, Contractor and Subcontractors are not required to
be licensed under ORS 468A.720 for asbestos abate-
ment.
Pursuant to ORS 279C.505(2), all Bidders must cer-
tify with their bids that they have an employee drug test-
ing program in place. If awarded a contract, Bidder
must provide proof of such drug testing program when
executed Agreements are returned to Owner.
Bidders must prequalify with Owner as specified in
the Instructions to Bidders, ten (10) days prior to bid
opening.
Each Bidder must submit a first-tier subcontractor
disclosure form to the Owner within two working hours
of the time for receipt of bids in accordance with ORS
279C.370. Each Bidder must also submit evidence of
authority to sign bid within two working hours of the
time for receipt of bid.
This contract is for a public works project subject to
the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (40 U.S.C. 3141 et
seq.). If state prevailing rate of wage is higher than the
federal prevailing rate of wage, the contractor and every
subcontractor on the project shall pay at least the state
prevailing rate of wage as determined under ORS
279C.815. ORS 279C.800 to 279C.870 will be admin-
istered and enforced in a manner that is consistent with
federal law and regulations adopted or guidelines is-
sued in accordance with the Davis-Bacon and Related
Acts.
No bid will be received or considered by the Owner
unless the bid contains: 1) a statement that bidder will
comply with the provisions of 40 USC 276a and ORS
279C.840; and 2) a statement as to whether the bidder
is a resident bidder as defined in ORS 279A.120. Bid
evaluation will not include a percent increase added to
the bid submitted from out-of-state bidders from states
which give preference to in-State Bidders, pursuant to
federal requirements.
Work under this Contract will be funded in part with
federal funds from the Safe Drinking Water Revolving
Loan Fund through the Oregon Business Development
Department and will be administered by the Infrastruc-
ture Finance Authority.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all
bids, to waive all informalities, and to accept such bids
that in the opinion of the Owner are in the best interest
of the Owner. No bidder may withdraw or modify his
bid after the hour set for the receipt of bids, and there-
after until the lapse of 70 days from the bid opening.
Dated this 19th day of January 2015
By order of: Carl Neville General Manager
Published: Florence, Oregon Portland, Oregon
Publication Dates: January 24 & 31, 2015
PUBLIC NOTICE
Agency: USDA Natural Resources Conservation
Service, central Oregon coast
Local Work Group meeting
Date: February 10th, 2015
Time: 10:00am
Location: Siuslaw Soil and Water Conservation Dis-
trict office
1775 Laurel Way Suite #4, Florence Oregon 97439
Purpose: Gather input from landowners of small
woodlands/farms/ranches, agriculture and conservation
organizations, and state and federal agencies regarding
natural resource conservation priorities and opportuni-
ties for collaborative investment in Lincoln County and
western Lane County.
The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and em-
ployer.
A request for accommodations for persons with dis-
abilities should be made 48 hours before the meeting.
Please contact Kate Danks @ 541-265-2631 for ar-
rangements.
For more information, please contact Kate Danks @
541-265-2631 or kate.danks@or.usda.gov.
Publication Dates: January 24, 28 & 31, 2014 &
February 4 & 7, 2014
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Florence Urban Renewal Agency
NOTICE OF ANNUAL REPORT & FINANCIAL
STATEMENT
Fiscal Year July 1, 2013- June 30, 2014
The Florence Urban Renewal Agency receives
property taxes to pay for projects and programs to un-
dertake projects and improvements in the Urban Re-
newal District which encompasses properties along
Hwy 101 generally south of Highway 126 and 9th
Street, east of Kingwood Avenue and inland of the Siu-
slaw River. Each year, per ORS 457.460 a notice shall
be published that the statement has been prepared and
is on file with the municipality and the agency and the
information contained in the statement is available to all
interested persons. The Annual Report & Financial
Statement for the Florence Urban Renewal Agency has
been prepared for Fiscal Year 2013-14. It will be pre-
sented to the Florence Urban Renewal Agency on
Wednesday, January 28, 2015 beginning at 6:30 pm
and the Florence City Council, the Agency’s governing
municipality, at the regular City Council meeting of
Monday, February 2, 2015 beginning at 6:00 pm. Addi-
tional information is available by contacting Megan
Messmer, Executive Assistant to the City Manager’s Of-
fice, at Florence City Hall, 250 Hwy 101, Florence, Ore-
gon 97439; telephone (541) 997-3437; e-mail
megan.messmer@ci.florence.or.us.
Publication Dates: January 21 & 24, 2015
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Join the Cedar Drive neighborhood with this
custom to-be-built home by Goss Construction.
Plans are for a 2-story, 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home
with 1944 sq. ft. of living space, 2-car garage.
Room for RV barn. $299,000
List#527/11299831
Cozy 2 bdrm, 1 bath North Lakes bungalow.
Eat-in kitchen & open living room. Small back
porch with access to the spacious backyard.
Laundry shed with workspace. 1-car carport.
$99,000 List #642/14667092
1870 H WY 126, S UITE A
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Four bdrm, 2 bath home with
family room located on nearly
a half-acre property near
North Jetty public beach
Updated 1 bdrm, 1 bath home in Greentrees
access. 1782 sq. ft. of living
space. Detached 2-car garage. features enclosed sunroom, covered front porch,
& large detached 2-car garage. Landscaped
$227,500 List #655/14435907
property has additional gravel parking and
outbuildings include shop, greenhouse & tool
shed. $72,000 List #654/14048915
2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1248 sq ft dbl wide home
located on a corner lot in Greentrees West across Well kept in-town 3 bdrm, 2 bath home, 1476
from community picnic area. Spacious double
sq. ft. home with an open living & dining area,
car garage w/8’ & 10’ doors, workshop, & attic vaulted ceilings & slider to the back patio. Large
storage. Boasts bonus room & master suite.
master suite with back yard access. Paved RV
$120,000 List #645/14275213
parking space. $223,800 List #636/14312149
.56 Acre lot in the established neighborhood of
Heceta South. Great location, just minutes from
town, shopping, medical, and public beach
access. Underground utilities. $44,000 List
#607/13101744