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Project from 1A The format of the conversa- tions was designed to encourage attendees to share their relevant experiences and to actively lis- ten to the presenter and the other voices in the room. This is an intentional and important aspect of the series that creates an advantage for those listening and speaking. “We have literally hundreds of organizations from across the state that have participated in the project, holding conversa- tions with some variations, depending on their location, that have resulted in starting a dialogue between people with different opinions and perspec- tives on an issue,” said Davis. The goal of the project — initiating conversation — has been achieved, according to Spencer. “The Oregon Humanities Conversation Project is unique because it is exactly that, a conversation. Everyone who attends is invited to participate in a discussion about impor- tant and interesting subjects with topic experts,” Spencer said. “It is a really special opportunity to hear from friends and neighbors who may have the same or com- pletely different opinions about what you are dis- cussing.” For more information or to view conversation topics, visit oregonhumanities.org/pro grams/conversation-project/. Siuslaw Public Library is open to all requests for future discussions from local resi- dents. Job Fair from 1A “I thought we should bring us all together to share and network. We learned so much by pooling resources,” Hickson said. “By reaching out to the most possible folks in the area, the fair is one- stop shopping for both employers and applicants.” Thirty-four employers plan to have tables at the fair, and more opportunities will also be avail- able. The fair will have a greater variety of offerings this year, including self-employment oppor- tunities through Avon and Berkshire Hathaway Home Services NW Real Estate and vol- unteer opportunities with Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue. “It’s another diverse group rep- resenting Florence and community Council from 1A communications providers occu- pying or operating within the city’s right-of-way at 5 percent of gross revenue. The council also voted to approve a $55,510 fee to complete a Buildable Lands Inventory and Housing Needs and Economic Opportunities analysis. In addition, the council approved staff recommendations 541-997-2422 Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home Your Community Friend- Compassionate Care for you and your loved ones. 2765 Kingwood St. Florence, OR 24 Hours 541-997-3416 burnsriversidechapel.com Auction from 1A Groups filled 38 tables with costumes that fit the “Dancing with the Stars” theme, including disco dancers, dapper couples, 1950s teeny boppers, The Village People, line dancers, cosmonauts and even Star Wars. Rotarian Jennifer Connor said, “Every year I’m really amazed at the costumes that come out. ... Everyone who does costumes, it’s amazing. You guys look great — you look great every year — but this year everyone took it to the next level.” Personnel from U.S. Coast Marijuana from 1A RACK UP the The Savings tires you trust businesses and organizations,” Hickson said. Another new feature this year is a bank of computers for people to fill out online applications. “Our application is online,” Hickson said. “We found that it was a challenge to get people to apply online. I encourage people to bring their résumé to best fill out any forms.” Youth will also find options for volunteering and employment. “We really made an effort to network with the school districts and with Camp Florence. A lot of the youth are job-ready, but this is their first time job searching,” Hickson said. Resources include NW Youth Corps and area employers who hire people under 18 years old. Yachats Angell Job Corps will potentially be at the fair as well. Hickson also recommended job seekers of all ages connect with Worksource Lane. “It’s the first place people should start. Worksource will help you build your resume and get into the employment system,” she said. She said there are a few things applicants should prepare before they arrive at the fair, the first being a prepared résumé, includ- ing employment and education history and references. She continued, “Dress the part of the job you’re looking for. Business casual is the norm in Florence. Be prepared to ask ques- tions and put your best foot for- ward. Some businesses will take your résumé, and some will require an application. Be ready either way, and be open to what people tell you.” Hickson advised asking employers about what the job entails and what opportunities are available. Do these things, and the right employers might find a match with the right applicants. One huge success last year came from Shorewood Senior Living, who received “a surge of applicants” after the fair, Hickson said. “We made initial contact at the fair and followed up from there,” a Shorewood representative said. Before long, Shorewood hired Horst Jahn as its executive chef. “We’re very pleased,” the rep- resentative said. Hickson said that now is the perfect time to match employers and applicants. “March is a great time to pre- pare for the busy season. ... The first step to having a wonderful summer is having qualified people here in to fill those empty posi- tions,” she said. to establish, define responsibili- ties and recruit a Housing and Economic Opportunities project ad-hoc committee. Public Works Director Mike Miller received council approval to proceed with a $360,000 grant request from Oregon Parks and Recreation Development for a concession stand, restrooms, storage building and improve- ments to the softball and soccer fields at Miller Park. The grant would require $144,000 in matching funds that could be accomplished through city and volunteer labor, equipment and material. Public Works was unsuccess- ful in obtaining a $750,000 grant for the project last year. “We are doing a better job of outlining where the volunteer labor will come from,” Miller said. “We are also working with Lane Council of Governments to help us polish this application so we have a better chance of suc- ceeding.” The final action item approved by the council was to allow city staff to change the city code to allow multi-family hous- ing to be developed on lot sizes smaller than 5 acres. Planning Director Wendy Farley-Campbell said, “There are only three properties in the city right now that meet that (5- acre) requirement.” According to Farley- Campbell, the city has had six inquiries on one property in the last two weeks, but according to current code, it was too small. Guard Station Siuslaw River and Siuslaw Interact Club students helped during the auction. “We have a lot of people to thank,” McMullen said. McMullen and co-chair Kim Erickson coordinated a huge team of Rotarians to pull off the event, from decorations to auction items, food and wine to the dance floor. “Kevin and I would just like to thank everyone for their over- whelming support and generosity. We live in an amazing community and are very honored to be part of it,” Erickson said. Rotarian volunteers decorated for the event, sought out contribu- tions, set up, tore down and ran the auction, including packaging auc- tion items and ringing up totals. “Our decorations every year continue to get better and better,” McMullen said. Bright stars, red carpet and opu- lent red and gold decorations hung from the ceiling and festooned the events center. Decorating Committee chair- woman Crystal Farnsworth said, “In the case of the Rotary Auction, it definitely takes a club.” Rotarians also stepped in with a record number of donated desserts. McMullen said the sale of desserts alone brought in more than $6,200. Father-son duo Blair and Bob Sneddon auctioneered during the live auction with good-natured rib- bing. The auction featured many “stars,” but McMullen and Erickson made a special point to thank the cashiers who rang up $93,000 in less than 20 minutes at the end of the auction. The show went on past 10:30 p.m. as some people danced to beats laid down by DJ Al Rojas. The Florence Rotary Auction is a tradition that has lasted since 1962 and has raised a total of $1,462,276.63 for youth scholar- ships, community events and proj- ects. The retailer noticed the failed pesticide results in the CTS on March 10, and immediately con- tacted the OLCC. A wholesaler transferred the product to the retailer before the pesticide results were recorded in the OLCC Cannabis Tracking System. The affected marijuana has a label that includes one of the fol- lowing OLCC License numbers: • 050-1002850B56E • 060-100301304FE • 050-1002850B56E The following package num- bers are also included in the recall: • Blue Magoo: 1A40103000 05B05000000772 • Blue Magoo: 1A40103000 05B05000000769 • Blue Magoo: 1A40103000 05911000000005 The remainder of the affected nine-pound batch of marijuana flower has been placed on admin- istrative hold pending the out- come of an additional pesticide retest. Consumers who have these recalled products should dispose of the products or return them to the retailer where they were pur- chased. There have been no reports of illness. Contact the product retailer and/or the Oregon Poison Center at 800-222-1222 for more infor- mation. For information about a Buds 4 U purchase, call 541-268-1924. It is located at 10692 Highway 126, Suite 4, in Mapleton. are now on sale! 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