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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2016 FRAA to offer open studio Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) is commit- ted to supporting and encour- aging artists, and to that end it will begin offering an Open Studio to artists on Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m. There is no registration needed for this, just drop in and create in the studio. This will be a perfect time to net- work with other artists — Gallery from 1A involved in the original efforts can reacquaint them- selves with the important gains that have been achieved, with an eye to the future.” The exhibit is primarily a collection of carefully select- ed newspaper articles, photo- graphs, graphics, images and other written or printed mate- rials from the last quarter century. The majority of these were gleaned from the Siuslaw News. Henderson, said, “The newspaper has been instru- mental in getting the impor- sharing ideas and techniques, or just fun conversation. Open Studio is free to FRAA members and will cost $5 for non-members. Artists should bring their own materials and tables and chairs will be set up. The first Open Studio is on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m., and its focus will be Jewelry. The next Open Studio will be Oct. 27, and its focus will be on Painting/Drawing. If this proves to be a suc- cessful venture, FRAA will continue to offer Open Studios during the weeks and months to come. It will put on a pot of coffee — just bring your own snacks if you wish. FRAA is at 120 Maple St. tant information to its read- ers, but also showing the vari- ety of things that have been on people’s minds.” Particularly compelling are the panels on the media and its role in the community, the differing opinions on war and its effects, the zoning of Old Town and the ongoing health care debate. Fleenor is also pleased with the dedication of com- munity volunteers. She said, “We have a large population of conscious and conscientious folks that make this community so livable and so fantastic.” One of the points made by both Henderson and Fleenor is the importance of looking forward to deal with the new challenges the community currently faces. Henderson said, “ In my estimation, we have a climate problem that is not being addressed adequately, and the fact that we are poisoning our environment is extremely troubling.” Fleenor added,“This a space that we provide for those individuals and groups that want to be solutionists and problem solvers.” The Social Action retro- spective will be at the The Gallery Above Silver Lining Boutique through the end of October. For more information, call the gallery at 541-997-2997. DENTURE SERVICES INC. City from 1A to be extended to the properties annexed. The council also approved the recommen- dations of city staff to make changes to the city’s regulations and procedures, specifically in the Planning Department permitting process. “We are probably one of the few cities in Oregon that are becoming this streamlined, this progressive, this user friendly. We will be a role model for changes throughout the rest of the state,” Henry said. During staff reports, Finance Director Andy Parks reported on the City of Florence Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) PHOTOS BY JACK DAVIS/SIUSLAW NEWS account. “The city has a net unfunded actuarial lia- Mayor Joe Henry presents Planning Director bility of $3.4 million, roughly. That is an Wendy Farley-Campbell a bouquet of flowers increase of $1.4 million, or 71 percent from from city staff in recognition of her retirement after serving 28 years in the U.S. Navy and the prior year,” Parks said. According to Parks, the anticipated PERS Navy Reserve. increases for 2017 would be an additional $110,000 more than what is being paid at the current rates. “This is the city’s portion, not the employee’s portion, which is separate,” Parks said. Parks said that “stagnant” property valuations were one of the factors exacerbating the problem for the city. Henry said, “In the next 12 months that is going to change fairly dramatically because of the increase in our median housing prices and depending on what is going to happen with legislation on property tax reform. This isn’t a ‘today’ problem. It is a problem out in the future.” Florence Police Chief Tom Turner in- He added, “The only other solution to this is to grow troduces Florence Police Depart- our community. Not only is our real estate market stag- ment’s newest officer, Colton Baker, nant, but our population is stagnant. One way we can fix 25 years old, from Springfield, during a number of our problems is to grow our community.” the Oct. 19 city council meeting. Buying or Selling? I can help. Here to serve your denture needs: Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines and Repairs Deborah Grigsby LPC, NCC, MA-MHC, C4249,NPI#1205266046 Life, Health & Wellness Coach Desiree Johnson Principal Broker 541 999-5223 William Foster LD Sherry, Offi ce Manager FREE CONSULTATIONS Monday-Thursday 10am - 2 pm Relines and Repairs Same Day Or by special appointment Financing: Citi Health Card 12 Month no Interest 524 Laurel St. 541-997-6054 7 A LOFY CONSTRUCTION We have been in construction for over 30 years and have loved every minute of every year. We have done everything from small projects, custom homes to 60,000 Sq. Ft., commercial buildings, home additions, sin- gle room remodels to complete house remodels. If you are looking for a new home build, at Lofy Construction we handle it all from site clearing to finish. If you already own your home or have found a home to buy that just does not quite work we do cus- tom remodeling jobs as well. My wife Teresa and I have been married for 31 years. We have one daughter and two sons as well as two granddaughters and one grandson. We moved to Florence over 26 years ago. We love being a part of this community. The fishing is great too! Serving Florence for over 25 years 2285 Suite J Highway 101 • Florence Office: 541-991-358 Boomer Wright Born in Porterville, California in 1948. Moved to Oregon in 1959 with parents. Graduated from Crow High School in 1966. Married Andrea Keasey in 1969. Earned a BS in Elementary Education from Oregon College of Education in 1972. Moved to Florence in 1972 to teach third grade with 2 week old daughter Kelli. Taught range of grades, 3-6, for nine years. Our son Byron was born in 1976. My administra- tive tenure started in 1981 as I became the Siuslaw Middle School Vice-Principal. Earned a MEd from University of Oregon in Administration. In 1982 I was hired as the Rhododendron Elementary Principal. In 1988 I became the Principal of Siuslaw Middle School. Lost Andrea to cancer in 1991. In 1993 I became the Siuslaw Primary School Principal. Married Susan Norman in 1993 and gained a daughter, Dallas, and a son, Eric. Then in 1999, I was hired as the Mapleton School District Superintendent. I retired in Boomer Wright 2002 after 31 years in education. After 5, very successful years, I will retire as Manager of Sea Lion Caves on October Author, Publisher 31st, 2016. I will continue writing and concentrate my efforts on my self-publishing company, Just Wright Books, having published 4 children's books, "Captain Cox and the Cave of Many Voices," "Stella the Baby Sea Lion," and two Sasquatch Tales, "Stew and Sue Sasquatch in the Berry Patch," and "Stew and Sue Sasquatch and the Very Special Shell." The Just Wright Books website is "stellathebabysealion.com 2182 42nd Ave – Stunning 3 bdrm, 2 bath custom home with granite kitchen, breakfast bar and pantry. Both family and living rooms. Gorgeous master bath and hot tub off master suite. Covered patio open to the backyard, RV parking both front and back. $299,000. #2568-16563815 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Mike Barrett's Garage Doors My wife Angie and I and our three daughters, moved to Florence in December 1988. Our lovely daugh- ters are all married now and we have five wonderful Grandkids. Along with being a self-employed contractor, I am a volunteer Fire Captain at Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue. In my spare time I go land and water metal detecting. My wife and I are currently Afghan Mike Barrett hound rescue volunteers for Oregon, rehabilitating and re-homing this won- derful breed of dogs. Call me with your garage door needs. I install, repair and service all garage doors. Florence, OR • 541-991-0367 • CCB# 79598 Siuslaw News Siuslaw News I am the City Reporter for the Siuslaw News and a native Oregonian, born and raised in Portland. I received my bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Oregon about the time the Rolling Stones came out with "Under My Thumb." If you don't know that song, then I am Jack Davis probably older than you. I have Reporter worked for News Media Corporation, the parent company of the Siuslaw News since 2007. My wife and I moved to Florence because we are avid kayakers and outdoor enthusiasts. Ned Hickson is an award-win- ning syndicated humor columnist and editor-in-chief at Siuslaw News. He has been awarded “Best Local Column” from both the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association and the Society of Professional Journalists. He is a member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists, and his Ned Hickson weekly column appears in dozens Editor, of newspapers in the U.S. and Humor Columnist Canada as a syndicated feature for News Media Corporation. He was also a corporate chef for 10 years and has been a volunteer firefighter since 2011. 148 Maple St. • Florence • 997-3441 PO Box 2566 ~ Florence, OR 541-999-1913 best or 997-1234 dgrigsby61@hotmail.com by Appointment only “A Holistic Approach to Counseling through Mindfulness and Meditation” Men in Business Just Wright Books 2475 Rosemary Ct., Florence OR 97439 • 541-991-0065 185 Nopal Street 148 Maple St. • Florence • 997-3441 Okey Dokey Productions I have always enjoyed a story well told. In video productions, this is the end goal...compose a compelling story to pictures and video. I loved my career as a Flight Attendant alongside my wife Cyndie for over 30 years. We trav- eled the world, ran a B&B on Oahu and learned about cultures and people. These experiences help me tremendously in telling a story. Florence is where I love sharing this gift of storytelling. Aloha! Gary Quinn Owner 491 Laurel Street West, Florence, OR 97439 Email: okeydokeyproductions@gmail.com Tel: 808-780-2190 West Coast Real Estate Services, Inc. Jim Hoberg is a Florence native, and has been working in Real Estate since 1989. He has served as a Principal Broker for 25 years, and is the “founding father” of West Coast Real Estate Services, Inc. He has obtained several designations that require continuing education, which keeps him on the cutting edge of the industry and he is constantly looking for ways to expand his areas of expertise. Jim enjoys helping people find solutions to their real estate needs and discovering why Florence is such a great place to live. Jim Hoberg, Broker/Owner 1870 Hwy 126, Suite A • Florence OR 97439 Phone # 541-997-SOLD (7653) E-Mail: Jim@JimHoberg.com
