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6A | SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2019 | SIUSLAW NEWS School Board from page 1A higher the costs will be,” Orr building, and we wouldn’t here for other items on the He then read a statement “In addition, the board said. “And it keeps going gain a square foot. … A new regular agenda,” as Bob said. provided by the district’s has asked me to make a “A remodel will actually up.” facility will cost less and After the presentations, lawyer: “These complaints statement on the board’s be more expensive than a If passed, the construc- we would gain the needed Rosinbaum stated, “We will were considered in executive behalf in regard to this mat- new (high school) facility, if tion phase for a new high square footage.” go ahead and finish our de- session in compliance with ter,” Rosinbaum said. “There we take into account all the school would take board policy are some concerns that the things that are needed for a three years, with one and state law. board is going to look into “At the end of the day, we still need a high school. The cost Complainants further, and we would like to remodel,” Orr said. for planning, one for Moving forward, the Fa- construction and one to renovate would be putting good money in a bad situation. had the op- understand how the process cilities Advisory Committee to remove the old It would not be the best stewards of the taxpayer dollars. It portunity to came about so we can make recommends requesting ap- building. submit exten- sure that we don’t make any would cost us as much to repair as it would be to replace the proval of a bond measure to By keeping the building, and we wouldn’t gain a square foot. … A new facility sive documen- mistakes going forward into fund only a new high school cost under $89.5 mil- tation, make the future.” building. lion, the district also will cost less and we would gain the needed square footage.” oral statements The board voted to ad- — Aric Sneddon, Siuslaw Facilities Advisory Committee Chair to the board journ the meeting at 10:20 “Ideally, we would keep hopes to keep the the bond under $89.5 mil- amount per thou- in executive p.m. lion,” Aric said. sand of assessed value about After hearing some ad- liberations in executive ses- sessions and hear and read The Siuslaw School Dis- He and Orr emphasized $2 for property owners who ditional reports, the board sion, and come back out and responses from the person- trict Board of Directors this would only be possi- would pay for the bond. reached the conclusion of make whatever determina- nel involved. The board will regularly meets the second ble if sufficient time is al- “As the bonds are sold, the regular meeting. tions the board feels it needs engage in no discussion in Wednesday of each month lotted for promotion by a the tax rate slowly starts to The meeting’s format to make at that point.” open session due to the con- at 6:30 p.m. at the Siuslaw political action committee increase,” Aric said. “You ran a little unusually, as the The final executive ses- fidentiality requirements, School District Office. Fu- (minimum of nine months); wouldn’t see a full bond sale board opened the meeting sion lasted a further 40 min- but may only vote on the dis- ture meetings may also be- school board members, fac- until almost completion of by going straight into exec- utes. position of each complaint.” gin at 6 p.m. for board work ulty members and a signif- the building, if all the things utive session. When the board returned The board then voted sessions. icant number of commu- came to fruition.” Board Chair Guy Rosin- to open session, Rosinbaum to dismiss each of the four For more informa- nity members commit to The Facilities Adviso- baum opened the meeting, said, “I want to ask every- complaints, with Director tion about the Siuslaw actively engage in explain- ry Committee also made a saying, “Welcome everyone. one, no matter how the vote Dianna Pimlott voting op- School District board, visit ing the need to the commu- presentation to the City of As I said before, we’re going goes, to stay and listen to the posed on agenda item 4(b) w w w. s iu s l aw. k 1 2 . or. u s / nity; efforts to bridge the Florence Community and to go pretty quick into exec- end of what we have to say.” (i). There was no discussion. school-board--169. gap between community Economic Development utive session. We’ll probably and schools are enhanced Committee this week, which be there for about an hour, to create a more favorable emphasized the econom- maybe an hour and a half. Florence Food Share provides food to those who are hungry in our community. climate for passage of the ic benefits of a new school, We’re going to hear several If you have four hours a week available, bond; and all feasible efforts not only for students but things there.” we are in need of volunteers to staff our are made to reduce/contain for construction firms, local After approving the agen- Front Desk and also act as Guides as cli- ents walk through the pantry. Please call costs, including considering businesses and more. da, Rosinbaum read a state- our volunteer coordinator, Sarah Lovejoy, delaying aspects of the con- “We saw a vast benefit ment that the board would @ 541-997-9110 (Monday – Friday, before struction, such as the audi- when we built the middle meet in executive session noon) to learn more about volunteering. info@lorencefoodshare.org 2190 Spruce torium, reducing footprint school,” Aric said. “In the under ORS 192.660(2)(h), Street. or changing location. construction fields, people “to consult with counsel “One of the things that came into the community to concerning the legal rights we do really well is educate work on that building, and and duties of a public body kids on Oak Street — but we they realized when they got with regard to current lit- don’t stay out on the street. here how much they love igation or litigation likely We don’t celebrate with the Florence. They are still here to be filed,” and under ORS community when we have today.” 192.660(2)(b), “to consider Construction Volunteers needed for each stage of the amazing things happen,” Although the district the dismissal or disciplin- building process. Experience is a plus, but not required. Help us build a new home Aric said. “We need to do a would still have unmet ing of, or to hear complaints For information call 541-902-9227 better job of engaging with needs after going for a or charges brought against, the community so that they smaller bond, including a public officer, employee, understand our completion safety, security and seismic staff member or individual rate and what our gradua- needs at the elementary agent who does not request Do your part and For Kitchen Helpers tion rate is, and so they can school, those could be ad- an open meeting.” Tues. & Thur. 10:30 am to 12:20 pm celebrate with us. That is dressed separately. The first executive session volunteer today A fun way to meet new people and help assist the Florence area seniors. key.” “At the end of the day, we lasted a little over two hours. Please inquire at the Orr added, “It is import- still need a high school,” When the board returned to to help support Florence Senior Center ant that there be more ties Aric said. “The cost to reno- open session, Director Bob 1570 Kingwood St. • 541-997-8844 between the schools and the vate (the high school) would Sneddon moved to amend these local Florenceseniorcenter.org community. … Our feel- be putting good money in a the agenda to continue with ing is that the more we can bad situation. It would not the regular meeting and re- non-proft Assisting those in need in our Community. do to get people engaged be the best stewards of the sume executive session later. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri in the community with the taxpayer dollars. It would This was approved by the organizations in 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM schools, to see that there are cost us as much to repair as board “in recognition of the advantages to having these it would be to replace the number of people who are our community! HELPING HANDS COALITION schools in the community, New Location:Community Baptist Church will make a big difference 4590 Hwy. 101, Florence (Across from Fred Meyer) in terms of the feelings Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer that people have about the schools. The more benefit Th ere are many opportunities to that people see to having the volunteer and a variety of skills schools in the community, HUGE ESTATE SALE the better off we’ll be.” and talents are always in need. August 16, 17, 18 • 9am to 3pm Orr also discussed the Volunteer interest forms may be relies heavily 1335 Mulberry Lane off of West 15th Street Siuslaw Vision’s Education on volunteers. found online, at the shelter and Impact Study, which inter- The Estate of Albert Schurr over 20 years of accu- at our Th rift Shop on Bay Street. viewed individuals over a mulation, many dressers & desks, couches, chairs, two-year period ending in www.oregoncoasthumanesociety.org/volunteer/ double bed, dining room table with chairs, cabinets, April. He read, “The desire book shelves, carved liquor cabinet, nesting table, for a community center coffee table, 50+ cameras, over 1,000 vinyl records, runs deep throughout the adios, speakers, record players, reel to reel, DVD & Siuslaw region. … There VHS player, slide projector, Avon collection, exercise is a need for a community equipment, vintage cookware set, dish sets, lots of Your Memory Care Respite Center needs you! center to serve as a hub for kitchen items, linen, picture frames, luggage, orien- Seeking volunteers for our Coffee Club: learning, teaching and shar- Conversation & companionship in a caring tal décor, unique Knick knacks, 20 sets of golf clubs ing information.” setting while providing respite for caregivers. & balls, golfi ng memorabilia, vintage insulators, Potentially, some of the Contact us at memcarerespite@gmail.com loads of hand & power tools, camping gear & much, district’s needs, such as for much more. an auditorium for student Join the Peace Harbor Hospital and school use, could be ad- Volunteers. Visit facebook and Craigslist for more items. dressed by creating a space <RXZLOOÀQGDQDUHDRILQWHUHVW in a caring organization. usable by more of the public. Sales prepared by Linda Wilcox “We could promote un- Visa/MasterCard accepted derstanding that a new high This sale is NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE. school building could serve 400 9th Street, Florence, OR 97439 as a hub of learning for the 541-997-8412 ext. 2218 entire community,” one slide in the presentation said. “Consider ‘Siuslaw High School and Community Learning Center.’” Aric said, “We have reached the point in our Meals on Wheels are available to people 1570 Kingwood • PO Box 2313, POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM over the age of 60 who cannot get out much community where we now Florence due to illness or advanced age and who are have more residents that not eating properly, regardless of income. 541-997-5673 An online parenting course for parents Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to laneseniormeals.org moved here after their kids make new friends in a dining room setting. Operating Monday, Wednesday and Friday with children ages 2-12. were in school than have kids currently in school. Senior Services Advisory We have a lot of residents • Triple P is available • Triple P doesn’t tell who have never been in in English and Council Needs New Members you how to parent, Are you a senior? Have a passion for working with seniors? If yes, the buildings, they’ve nev- Spanish, and is free but gives you tools please consider applying for the Senior & Disability Services (S&DS) er been to a sporting event, if you or your child you can use to meet Senior Services Advisory Council. S&DS serves all of Lane County with they’ve never been to a choir are Trillium (OHP) a wide range of publicly funded services for older adults and persons your family’s needs. or band concert. Because members. with disabilities. The council advises S&DS on services and advocates • It can help you raise on senior topics. Contact us at: sdsadvisorycouncil@lcog.org or they don’t have grandkids download an application from: http://www.lcog.org/827/SSAC-Council- KDSS\FRQ´GHQWNLGV • You can access the or kids in the school, we are Membership Application deadline: April 26, 2019. and have a calmer disconnected to them just course anytime, on family life. because of when they ar- any device, for up to rived in the community. We 12 months after you need to find a way to engage sign up. with those members.” According to the com- mittee, there are two dates to target for the next bond, VISIT Someone to talk to... if approved: the elections www.lanetriplep.com who understands! in November 2020 or May to learn more about Triple P 2021. and to sign up! “The longer we wait, the Volunteer Get involved Donate Florence Senior Center Needs VOLUNTEERS Memory Care Respite of Florence Peace Harbor Volunteers TRIPLE P Volunteer Get involved Donate Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community!