SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2015 Learn about bridge protection project at Sept. 9 open house The Oregon Department of Transportation is protecting, restoring and improving the safety of the historic Siuslaw River Bridge on Highway 101 in Florence. Major work will begin mid-September. The community is invited to an open house Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 3 A Dunes City holds first Community Expo at Florence City Hall, 250 Highway 101. At the meeting, ODOT will explain upcoming construc- tion on the bridge and answer questions from the communi- ty. Learn more about the proj- ect online at www.siuslaw bridge.com. Wed-Sat 10-7 At City Lights Cinema 1930 Highway 101, Florence BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER FRESH OUT OF THE BOX 541-991-0539 (we welcome call in orders) PHOTOS BY JACK DAVIS/SIUSLAW NEWS State Sen. Arnie Roblan addresses attendees to the Dunes City Community Expo held Saturday, Aug. 22 at the city hall. Vendors and speakers provided information, demonstrations and lectures on disaster preparedness, effective septic disposal and well-water safety. More than 500 free hot dogs and chili were given out during the five-hour event. Enlund retires from WLAD board after eight years Karl Enlund retired from his position as a board member on the Western Lane Ambulance District (WLAD) last month. To commemorate his eight years of service to the commu- nity, he was presented a plaque by WLAD executive director Brian Burright. “I was talking to WLAD board member Anne Stonelake Florence City Wide Garage Sale September 11-13, 2015 presented by the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce in 2008, and she urged me to run for the position — so I did.” Enlund worked as a State Police Officer in Oregon from 1970 until his retirement in 1989. As a former emergency services worker, Enlund felt his input as a board member would be valuable. He stated that his experiences dealing with regulations, people in emergent situations, etc., would be helpful at WLAD. “It’s not just about jumping into an ambulance and picking up people,” Enlund said. “It’s all about knowing the busi- ness, the regulations, equip- ment, etc.” Enlund recalled the high points of being on the board of directors when he discussed his trip to Chehalis, Wash., where Braun Northwest Ambulances are manufactured. “I got to watch how they make ambulances and how much they cost,” said Enlund, who also described working with WLAD members and helping staff purchase equip- ment as high points. According to Enlund, WLAD’s future challenge will be the upcoming “Operation Levy” election in two years. COURTESY PHOTO WLAD executive director Brian Burright (right) presents Karl Enlund with a plaque for his eight years of service. “If the levy doesn’t pass, you might be able to do some of it for a while, but then you might have to cut staffing,” warned Enlund, who also stressed the importance of funding a new building. “We need something a little better than this building, because it’s getting old.” Enlund reflected on his years as a WLAD board mem- ber and felt that his time and dedication was much appreci- ated by the community. He said that he had tremen- dous respect for Western Lane Ambulance District and will miss his time there. “It was an honor to serve Western Lane Ambulance District,” Enlund said. “All the paramedics down here are really passionate about their jobs and helping the people here, and the public doesn’t realize how some of the inci- dents affect them — and how professional they are about doing their jobs.” FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY AUGUST 29 AUGUST 30 AUGUST 31 SEPTEMBER 1 SEPTEMBER 2 SEPTEMBER 3 SEPTEMBER 4 Rain, Very Windy Mostly Cloudy, Showers Mostly Cloudy, Showers Mostly Cloudy, Showers Sunshine & Showers Possible Showers Sunny 67°F 58°F 66°F 57°F 67°F 59°F 65°F 54°F 65°F 48°F 66°F 50°F 65 °F WEDNESDAY THURSDAY How To Participate The fee to participate is $15. An ad for the City Wide Garage Sale with a map of all participation sales will be published in the Siuslaw News on September 9th and 12th. The event will also be listed on several yard sale websites. Because of print deadlines, the registration deadline is 5pm September 2nd.