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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2017 from 1A FUTURE FIRST CITIZEN The five nominees for the Future First Citizen were chosen because of their high level of academic and com- munity involvement at Siuslaw High School. Benjamin Cahoon is the son of Ahern and Trudie Cahoon. He is a sen- ior at Siuslaw High School and an active participant and leader in Siuslaw High School Pep Band, Viking Hour and Key Club. He has been a member of the National Honor Society during his four years in high school. Cahoon also served as the student representative for the Citizen’s Advisory Committee and the Friends of the Florence Events Center. The Siuslaw senior has played a prominent role in student art in Florence, teaching at art camps for younger students and being selected as an artist for the Dancing with Sea Lions Project in 2016. His sea lion, “Eco,” is now per- manently installed at Siuslaw Public Library in Florence. Celie Mans is the daughter of Bob and Julie Mans. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Key Club and Interact Club. Mans has served on stu- dent government and participated in Leadership class at Siuslaw High School. She has participated in varsity cross country and track during all four years at Siuslaw and has achieved indi- vidual and team titles in both sports. Mans has spent time mentoring younger athletes in goal setting and skills. Elyssa Rose is the daughter of Mike and Michelle Rose. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has been involved with Interact, HOSA and Leadership at Siuslaw High School. Rose has participated in sports through- out her high school career and was recently selected as all state in volley- ball. She is involved with the communi- ty’s youth and has helped coach sports clinics for youth in the community. Destinie Tatum is the daughter of Kerri and Clint Tatum. She has been a member of the Honor Society at Siuslaw High School and both a leader and participant in high school govern- ment, Key Club, Interact, the SHS Holiday food drive and American Red Cross blood drive at the high school. Tatum has been an active participant and leader for four years in high school Stocks. Bonds. CDs. IRAs. Mutual funds. sports including volleyball, cross coun- try, basketball and track and field. Claire Waggoner is the daughter of Jennifer and Dan Waggoner. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has participated and served in lead- ership roles in student government, Interact and KCST’s student radio show “Viking Hour.” Waggoner helped to organize the Siuslaw High School Veteran’s Assembly this year, and sings in the Chamber Choir. She has participated as a member of Siuslaw’s varsity volley- ball, basketball and softball teams. FIRST CITIZEN For the 2016 year, there are four nominees for the Florence First Citizen. These individuals have been chosen because of their high level of commu- nity involvement and leadership. Ron Caputo, nominated by the Florence Rotary Club, has volunteered in community activities since he and FURA Andy Baber, AAMS® Financial Advisor . 1010 Highway 101 Florence, OR 97439 541-997-8755 www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC from 1A As part of the plan, a gateway arch to Old Town is proposed at the intersection of Maple Street and Highway 101. Another Old Town gateway comprised of two art deco style monoliths, similar to the ones adorning the Siuslaw River Bridge, will be located on each side of Quince Street at the intersection with Highway 126. In addition to the two Old Town gateways, re-angling sev- eral cross streets and planting landscaping, FURA plans his family arrived in Florence in 1994. He has volunteered in leadership roles for the Florence STEP program, serving in board roles and helping in grant and fundraising activities. As a member of the Florence Rotary Club, he has been a strong leader in numerous local and world community service projects. He has volunteered on many community projects over the years, including the Christmas Basket program, Florence beautification proj- ects, St. Mary’s Men’s Club, and is an OSU Master Watershed steward. He currently serves on the board of the Port of Siuslaw. Bou Kilgore, nominated by Siuslaw High School, is the lead Aspire volun- teer at the high school. Through her continual commitment to the Aspire program, she has helped students obtain thousands of dollars in scholar- ship packages for more than nine years. Kilgore has also served on the board of the Florence PTA and Florence Area Community Coalition. She has helped with the local Girl Scout troops and been active in the Beyond High School Network events in Lane County. Sam Spayd, nominated by Cal Applebee, has volunteered in the com- munity for years. He has served in lead- include pedestrian amenities like updated lighting, benches and bike racks, as well as incorporat- ing more public art. Greene said, “If we take Highway 101 and convert it into a more modern, pedestrian friendly boulevard, it will entice investment.” FURA is working with busi- nesses located along that section of Highway 101 to make sure changes are acceptable. Messmer said, “We are work- ing very closely with business and property owners to see if they want changes made. The Let’s Do This!!! 3rd Annual CHILI COOKOFF and BAKE SALE When: SATURDAY, JANUARY 21st Where: ELKS LODGE, 1686 12th ST, FLORENCE, OR Time: 2PM to 4PM. Entry on East side of the Lodge Open to the public! $1.00 charge when you decide to purchase a bowl of chili which counts as a vote (no fees for a small taste of the various chili), or 6 bowls for $5.00. Coīee, tea and water will be provided at no cost (You can purchase your favorite soda or alcohol) . ership roles on the Airport Advisory Committee, Oregon Coast Military Vehicle Group, Florence Chamber Board and SEAcoast Entertainment Association. He is a strong supporter of the com- munity through his involvement with the Florence Regional Art Alliance, Dancing with Sea Lions and the annual Rotary Golf Tournament. Spayd has also supported Siuslaw Outreach Services, the Salvation Army and Lane Community College with fundraising and awareness campaigns. Gary Vawter, nominated by the Florence Kiwanis Club, has been involved with the Florence community since his arrival with his family in 2009. He has served in leadership roles on the Kiwanis Board and has helped organize the Florence Thanksgiving community dinner, Octoberfest Breakfast fundraiser, Kiwanis Club membership and Flag committee. Vawter is a strong supporter of the Florence Elks Lodge, serving as an Elks Club officer, and as a volunteer kitchen liaison. He is also involved with the annual Elks Kids Christmas party and as a member of the Relay for Life committee. changes are for things like the number and location of driveway access to Highway 101 and side streets. These are not required changes.” COURTESY IMAGE Funding for the project will Artist’s rendering of the Maple Street come from a Old Town gateway arch, part of the variety of $6 million ReVision Florence project sources, includ- into the long range plan yet. We ing state and county funds. But the gap between funds are starting that process now for available and estimated funds the city’s 2017-18 budget,” she needed is still about $2.6 million, said. “We are getting direction from urban renewal on how to according to Messmer. “At our last urban renewal budget for this.” Messmer explained why the meeting we discussed the fund- ing packages that we could pres- project did not extend farther ent,” Messmer said. “As a north along Highway 101. “It is important to remember municipality, we can fund the gap through borrowing. We also that this is an urban renewal proj- think there is potential for other ect and our urban renewal district doesn’t go past 12th Street going sources.” Messmer gave examples like north and we can only operate additional ODOT funding, Lane within the urban renewal dis- County Transit Room Tax and trict,” she said. Greene said, “FURA, the city storm water fund income. If the city has to borrow to council and the mayor believe fund the entire funding gap, it that this can also start economic will cost the city an estimated investment and development. We $186,000 per year to service the want to bring Old Town up to debt and an additional $100,000 Highway 101. That is the future.” For more information, visit per year to maintain the upgrades, according to Messmer. ci.florence.or.us/urbanrenewal/ “We have not built these costs revision-florence. You may want to bring your own TUMS - . If you think you have what it takes to win the best chili in Florence, sign up and bring your favor- The Dr. Mark Immel, Naturopathic Physician top 3 places. The annual bake will have the chance to buy or bid on some of the best desserts this side of your source for natural medicine Patricia Immel, Lic. Acupuncturist & Herbalist serts. Yum, yum!!! All proceeds beneĮt the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Florence/Central Coast! Bobbi Harris 541 991 1957 Rae Henry 541 999 8624 Harold Kinney 712 242 7336 “We can help you feel your best!” 541-902-8860 Live Music provided by Speaker Wave! www.TheWellspringClinic.com st annual Every dollar donated to ShelterBox USA during the Show will be matched up to $10,000 by Show Management. Make your donation at the Eugene Delta Rotary exhibit with the actual emergency aid supplies & tent delivered to families worldwide who have lost everything during natural disasters and humanitarian crises. ShelterBoxUSA.org January 20-22 Reclaim Your Life, Home, Health Seminars Saturday & Sunday Seminars - Book Signings Follow RestoringOrder.com Tour their Cowgirl Caravan of Vintage Trailers CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK Siuslaw Awards 11 A
