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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016 9 A Seminar series to focus Hoagland Properties names President’s Award recipient on U.S. Constitution A free seven-part seminar series titled: “America at the Crossroads” begins Thursday, April 28, and continues each Thursday through June 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The series, taught by for- mer Southern Oregon University Adjunct Professor Joel Marks, will include: April 28: Making of America May 5: Capitalism vs Socialism May 12: Founders Prin- ciples and Philosophies May 19: Washington Creats America May 26: Father of the Constitution June 2: Founding Pres- idents June 9: Restoring Amer- ica Seminars will be held at the Pacific Pines RV Park meeting room at 42nd Street and Highway 101. For more information, call 541-840-0620. Visit us online: www.TheSiuslawNews.com. Hoagland Properties, owners of Florence’s River House Inn and Old Town Inn, recently named Krystine Hollowell as the recipient of its prestigious President’s Award. The company reserves the award for truly exceptional performance, far beyond that of a typical employee-of-the-year award. “Krystine started working for us at The Old Town Inn in April of 2013,” said Craig Sanders, company president. “She started as a housekeeper, was promoted to assistant head housekeeper within two months, and promoted again to head housekeeper just 10 months later. Krystine is now COURTESY PHOTO President’s Award winner Krystine Hollowell and Hoagland Properties president Craig Sanders Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community! Volunteer•Get involved•Donate second-in-command when the managers are away from the property. “Krystine is a great example of dedication, hard work, dependability and professional- ism as well as being a darned nice person,” said Sanders. “Krystine is the first to arrive and the last to leave, and is never late,” says Sharon Birdwell, co-manager at The Old Town Inn who nominated Hollowell. “She is very detail oriented and organized. She charts staff efficiencies and finds ways to improve turn- around time while maintaining our extremely high standards for cleanliness.” Hollowell often holds staff competitions for the cleanest rooms and quickest turn- arounds. They are rewarded for positive feedback on guest comment cards and online reviews. Hollowell will not release a room for use until she person- ally inspects it thoroughly, even to the extent of getting down on her hands and knees with a flashlight to check under beds and chairs, and behind Buying or Selling? I can help. Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri 11 AM - 2 PM HELPING HANDS COALITION PO Box 1296 • 1339 Rhododendron Dr. Florence, OR 97439 Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers. You will find an area of interest in a caring organization. Peace Harbor Volunteers 400 9th Street, Florence, OR 97439 541-997-8412 ext. 209 Meals on Wheels are available to people over the age of 60 who cannot get out much due to illness or advanced age and who are not eating properly, regardless of income. Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to make new friends in a dining room setting. Amy Johnson Broker, CSA 541 999-7875 87639 Rhodowood Drive – Light and bright! Cus- tom 3 bdrm, 2 bath, Idylewood home with both front and back covered decks, and large backyard. Corner lot with oversized double garage and RV parking. $305,000. #2538-16566481 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 dressers and armoires. “She has also brought recog- nition to The Old Town Inn by making the beautiful towel art- swans, crab and other shapes- that delight our guests,” said Birdwell. “She’s trained staff in this too. One morning, she made 58 swans for a women’s retreat while tending to the front desk.” “We continue to receive guest comments and reviews on TripAdvisor stating how happy our guests are with how clean the rooms are,” said co- manager John Birdwell. “It is fairly common to read guest comments like ‘this is the cleanest room we have seen on our trip.’ This is due in large part to Krystine’s leadership and the examples she sets for her staff.” “Our outstanding customer service has increased overnight stays for new and repeat cus- tomers, bringing more people to the Florence area for longer periods of time,” said Sanders. “That’s just one more reason we are so proud to give this award to Krystine, who deserves it so much, and we are very happy she is working for Hoagland Properties rather than the competition.” Hollowell received a plaque recognizing her achievement, a staff luncheon in her honor, and a cash award. The Old Town Inn is ranked number 11 in the country by TripAdvisor for best bargain hotels in the United States. In January, Hoagland Properties received the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce’s Siuslaw Award for excellence in customer service. “The Chamber’s recognition validates everything we do, everything we represent. It is a reflection of the hard work of our dedicated staff and man- agement who take pride in their work and strive daily to care for our guests so they return to Florence again and again,” said Sanders. 1570 Kingwood • PO Box 2313, Florence 541-997-5673 laneseniormeals.org Operating Monday, Wednesday and Friday SOS is looking for a few great volunteers! We have morning opportunities available at the front desk! Spend a few hours each week greeting clients, answering the phone and helping our community. All training is provided. Call our Volunteer Coordinator- Lori @ 541-997-2816 Saving men one PSA test at a time. 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net Someone to talk to... who understands! To include your organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441 Stephanie Matt Cameran Jack Honesty • Quality • Integrity Pest Tech Inc. is locally owned and operated. We are dedicated to providing professional pest management solutions. We service the greater Florence area, Central Oregon Coast and Southern Oregon. Our team of friendly certii ed technicians have the experience and knowledge needed to help our customers with their pest control needs. Give us a call to learn how we can help protect your home or business. Give us a call today. 541-997-3781 509 Hwy. 101, Florence PestTechInc.com
