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6 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2018 Audition for LRP’s ‘A Nice Family Gathering’ Last Resort Players present an audition opportunity for local actors. Director Judy Kaplan is auditioning “A Nice Family Gathering” by Phil Olson this weekend, March 10 and 11. Auditions will be held between 2 and 4 p.m. at Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. The show will be per- formed June 8 to 10 and 15 to 17 at the events center. “A Nice Family Gathering” is a story about a man who loved his wife so much, he almost told her. It’s Thanksgiving Day and the first family gathering at the Lundeen household since the patriarch died. At the gathering, Dad comes back as a ghost with a mission; to tell his wife he loved her, some- thing he neglected to tell her while he was alive. After all, they were only married for 41 years. The problem is, she can’t hear or see him. The trouble begins when Mom invites a date for dinner. “What makes the play so enjoyable is that everyone can see aspects of their fami- ly in the characters and fami- ly dynamics of the Lundeens” — Paper Trail. Other reviews called it “A heart touching comedy that every family can relate to” and “Hilarious and touch- ing!” This is an ensemble cast with roles for four men and three women: Carl — the middle brother, 30s to 40s Mom — 60s to 70s Dad — 60s to 70s Michael — the older broth- er, 30s to 40s Jill — Michael’s wife, 20s to 30s Stacy — the younger sister, 20s to 30s Jerry — the gentleman caller, 60s to 70s Mrs. Enquist — the neigh- bor, 60s to 70s (voiceover only, could double cast). No experience necessary. All ages are “stage ages” and are flexible. Come join the fun. For more information or to check out a script, contact Judy Kaplan at lastresortplay- ers2@gmail.com or 541-999- 9392. Assessment from 1A Soward reports that a sig- nificant number of local resi- dents will receive letters of reclassification. “There are 355 addresses in the Florence area who received letters and are impacted by the assessment. There are others who live somewhere other than Florence, but own property in the Florence area who are also impacted,” Soward said. “No one should feel singled out in this process. We have sent out nearly 2,000 letters covering 2,300 properties that have not been participat- ing in the support of the resources that protect proper- ty from wildfire. The majori- ty will be required to pay the minimum fee of $18.75 per year.” Agricultural lands that are actively being farmed are excluded from this process. ODF included a statement from Soward in letters to affected property owners explaining the rationale behind the reclassification process. “The ODF has found there are properties in the district that are classified as forest- land but not included in the current Forest Patrol Assessment,” Soward’s letter stated. “Property size does not determine the need for forest patrol coverage. If the property is located in an area that has vegetative growth that can carry a wildfire, dur- ing any time of year, it is a threat from wildfire and should be paying the Forest Patrol Assessment.” The letter from Soward also addresses the issue of “dual assessment” by local fire districts, such as the dis- tricts of Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue and Mapleton Fire Department, which have coverage responsibility for rural areas and are supported by residential tax dollars. “Many lands paying for- est patrol are also inside rural fire districts and inside city limits. This however does not relieve the ODF or the landowner from the responsibility of protecting against wildfire,” Soward said. The letter then went on to explain that while rural and city fire departments will respond to wildfires, those organizations are geared primarily for structural fires and emergency rescues. Soward also mentioned that the ODF is equipped with or has access to special resources, such as aerial BUD’S UPHOLSTERY Boat Tops & Cars 45% • Complete Auto & Boat Interiors • Canvas Work OFF Implants NOW FREE CONSULTATION See the DentureMaster’s difference, we do it all right here! Dr. James Ridley,DDS 206 Nopal Street Florence, OR 97439 CALL NOW 541-997-6226 V ISIT 10 am-6 pm Mon-Sat. Be ready for Summer. We’re booking appointments now! 4981 Hwy. 101, Complex B 541-997-4856 Over 41 yrs Experien ce retardant planes, helicopters, heavy equipment and other agencies trained to specifi- cally handle wildfire situa- tions. The ODF reported that for 2018, properties approxi- mately 15 acres or less will be assessed the minimum charge of $18.75. Larger parcels will be assessed on a per-acre basis of approxi- mately $1.17 per acre. Property with buildings will be assessed an additional $47.50 surcharge to help finance the “emergency fire fund.” This fund is used for large, expensive fires, particu- larly in populated rural areas. The total cost on minimum lots with an improvement is $66.25. There is a formal appeal process available to property owners that would like to challenge the Forest Patrol Assessment. The appeal must be filed and received by the state forester no later than 30 days after the property owner has been notified of the assess- ment. Any questions regarding the assessment, or on the process for filing a formal appeal, should be directed to Soward at 541-935-2283, ext. 237. VOICE YOUR OPINION! Write a Letter to the Editor today. Email: E DITOR @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM 240 HOURS Is your family prepared? If an emergency happens in your community, it may take emergency workers some time to reach you. You should be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for a minimum of 240 hours. Get your emergency fi rst aid kit started with these essentials: ❑ First aid manual ❑ Aspirin or pain relievers ❑ Laxatives, diarrhea medicine ❑ Rubbing alcohol, petroleum jelly ❑ Soap, salt, baking soda ❑ Sanitary napkins, matches ❑ Triangular bandages ❑ Elastic bandages, pressure dressings ❑ Cotton balls, disposable diapers ❑ Scissors, needles, tweezers ❑ Popsicle sticks, splints, heavy string ❑ Thermometer, paper tape ❑ Syrup of Ipecac ❑ Personal prescription medications This message brought to you by the West Lane Emergency Operations Group. www.wleog.org US ONLINE : WWW .T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM . IDENTIFY • PREPARE • SURVIVE GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA 106 YEARS OF SCOUTING Be prepared • Do a good turn daily These Local Businesses are Proud to Sponsor this Tribute to Scouting in the Florence Area. AMERICAN/CENTER MARKET 2515 Hwy. 101 • (541) 997-5360 FLORENCE PHARMACY 2935 Hwy. 101 • (541) 902-9966 BALES APPLIANCE Florence • (541) 997-1126 LES SCHWAB TIRE 4325 US-101, Florence • (541) 997-7178 DAVIDSON INDUSTRIES 9766 OR-126, Mapleton • (541) 268-4422 WEST COAST AUTO BODY 1178 Quince St, Florence • (541) 997-7117 TRUE VALUE HARDWARE 1750 Highway 126, Florence 541-997-8024 OLD SCHOOL FURNITURE STORE G ov. Kate Brown will proclaim March 12, 2018, as Girl Scout Leadership Day in Oregon. Th e date marks the 106th anniversary of Girl Scouts of the USA, which began March 12, 1912, when Juliette Gordon Low assembled 18 girls from Savannah, Georgia, for the fi rst Girl Scout meet- ing. Girl Scouts of Oregon and South- west Washington will also honor Brown as a lifetime member of Girl Scouts. “Girl Scouts teaches girls that their voices count — that they bring a valu- able perspective and that the world needs their leadership,” said Karen Hill, Girl Scouts of Oregon and South- west Washington CEO. “Girls benefi t so much from seeing women like Gov. Brown in the highest leadership role in Oregon — it helps them envision them- selves there. It’s our pleasure to honor the governor during Women’s History Month, in the presence of so many of our country’s future female leaders!” 1550 6th Street, Florence 541-997-9424 SAW SHOP FLORENCE 1550 6th Street, Florence 541-997-2653 REGENCY FLORENCE 1951 21st. Street, Florence 541-997-8436 LOFY CONSTRUCTION 2285 Suite J, Highway 101, Florence • 541-999-0347 www.lofyconstruction.net FLORENCE HEATING & SHEET METAL, INC 1645 Kingwood, Florence • 541-997-2422 Girl Scout Leadership Day will cel- ebrate and recognize Girl Scouts who positively impact their communities and prepare for a lifetime of leader- ship through their participation in pro- gramming geared specifi cally for girls, including opportunities in the areas of civic engagement, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), out- door skills and fi nancial literacy. For more information about the Florence-area Girl Scouts, call 541-999-9878 or visit www.girlscoutsosw.org.
