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Despite the early open- ings in 2019, Wood stated the shelter is doing well fi- nancially, with “some good support coming in.” Last week, Oregon Pub- lic Bank rose awareness, and funds, for the shelter. “They had a Santa day where kids came in and took pictures with Santa Claus,” Gilmer said. “They raised over $300.” Still, the 501(c)3 shel- ter is always looking for donations, which are tax deductible, as well as vol- unteers. “If anyone is interested in volunteer night shifts, or helping out in the morning from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. to get things squared away, just email me,” Gilmer said. To volunteer time, con- tact Gilmer at brenda- jgilmer@gmail.com. Meals are also welcomed dona- tions, and can be made by contacting the shelter’s food coordinator, Meris Robison, at mmrobison@ icloud.com. The shelter is located at the Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw, located at 3996 Highway 101. Initiative from page 1A to incentivize less plastic use as consumers who do not bring reusable bags may be expected to pay an extra fee at the register. Across the state, the price which may vary by store, city and county. The fee is kept by the businesses, which is meant to offset the cost of purchasing more sustainable bags. The house bill requires a charge of at least five cents for “fee-required” bags, but leaves it to local govern- ments to decide whether higher fees will be levied. While retail stores are not required to charge a fee if reusable fabric bags are offered as a promotion (limited to 12 days a year), a charge must apply to all other recycled and reusable bags at the register. For restaurants, recycled paper bags may be offered at no extra charge, though a fee is required for reusable plastic bags. As a Class D violation, stores in violation of the house bill provisions are subject to a maximum fine of $250. Each day the retail- er commits the violation is considered a new offense. Enforcement of the law is left to local authorities. Stores must also provide the DEQ with information on bag fees and customers’ usage of recycled and reus- able bags by Sept. 15, 2024, which the DEQ will report to the state legislature the following year. SHELTER from page 1A 102 Evergreen Ln – Large triple-wide home with an open fl oor plan, in Floren- tine Estates. RV pad with full hookups. Extra deep de- tached garage. Master suite with a soaking tub and walk- in shower. Large picture windows face green-space. $279,900. #3050-19470463 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 “It was just a nice, pleasant evening. Quiet, but it was good for the number of people who came in. It was fun for everyone.” The following night, the crowds tripled as word got out about the shelter being opened. “I don’t know if it’s the holidays, but it was festive,” Gilmer said. “People just enjoyed each other’s time and we had a wonderful meal.” The Florence Emergen- cy Cold Weather Shelter opens up when tempera- tures reach 32 degrees or below, though sometimes opens at higher tempera- tures when there is inclem- ent weather. Traditionally, the last few weeks of December marks the opening season for the shelter. However, this year has already seen days open in October, November and Decem- ber, including the week of Thanksgiving. 2019 marks A weekly roundup of shopping, savings and doings around town. THE OLD SCHOOL FURNITURE STORE The Florence Emergency Cold Weather Shelter puts up flags bearing this logo on days when the shelter is open. 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