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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2020 | 5A PARTNERS from page 1A “This is a huge act of support,” said Hannigan. “Banner Bank just proved, in a very tangible way, that they value the Chamber and care about small businesses in our area. This is a tremendous tes- timony to their community in- volvement and how they deliver on their company values.” With local events that draw visitors to the Florence commu- nity being cancelled, both lead- ers sought a way help the busi- ness community and replace some of the Chamber’s lost in- come. Banner Bank re-allocated its event sponsorship funds to fund the contribution. “I strongly encourage other fi- nancial institutions to follow suit and find a way to help local com- munities while supporting their chambers, as we all know can- celled events and social distancing has truly impacted our chambers throughout Oregon,” Yahyazadeh said. “When you have a little bit of help from several different sources, it all adds up and becomes signifi- cant help. I am certain that, moving forward, our community is and will continue to support our businesses and non-profits to keep Florence stronger than ever.” The Chamber advocates for businesses with local, state, and national elected officials to pro- mote solutions for businesses; pro- vides exclusive referrals to mem- local small businesses that define us as a community. Tess and I are very aware of the overwhelming- ly difficult decisions and financial burdens many of them are facing. This keeps the many benefits of “Cancelled events and social distancing has truly impact- ed our chambers throughout Oregon. When you have a little bit of help from several different sources, it all adds up and becomes significant help. I am certain that, moving forward, our community is and will continue to support our business- es and non-profits to keep Florence stronger than ever.” — Tess Yahyazadeh, AVP/Branch Manager at Banner Bank in Florence bers from those who ask which businesses to buy from; hosts free seminars on business operations, security, leadership training, and marketing; and connects members through networking events. According to Hannigan, “Banner Bank’s very generous contribution provides important financial re- lief for up to 100 Business Partner level members to maintain their very valuable memberships, and guarantees $10,000 in dues reve- nue to the Chamber. Members who are feeling the greatest impacts of these economic times are the same MAPLETON from page 1A district can provide. “Yes, sometimes the kids perspective was a huge asset can be a small handful and to the district. Plus, John the staff is so small, every- brought a unique Human one knows each other — Resources perspective to the but it has its greatness and school board, which helped comforts,” she said. “The broaden the way we look at kids take care of each oth- employment and contracts. er, and they love each other. His voice and vision will be They feel it with the staff, missed. However, I’m sure they feel it with the younger we’ll still see him cheering kids and the older kids.” on the sidelines at football Being inside the educa- games and in the stands for tion system has also allowed volleyball and basketball.” her to see first-hand some In her interview for the of the challenges Mapleton position, Milbrett stated will be facing in near fu- that the greatest strength of ture. Just hours before her Mapleton was the family at- interview, the state released mosphere the small school information on different membership flowing their way.” Yahyazadeh added, “Bettina and I had several conversations regard- ing helping our local business- es maintain their memberships during these hard times. I want to see businesses flourish and be able to walk away from this knowing Banner Bank cares about them, whether they are clients or not. A collaboration like this aligns with our mission to be connected, knowledgeable, and responsive.” Benefits of being a member of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce include mailing lists, school districts and what requirements will be need- ed. “I got a little scared after reading what came down,” Milbrett said. “It’s going to be a lot of time consuming stuff. I don’t know what we’re in for, but it may be easier than we think. There are many decisions that need to be made, and it’s still yet to be seen how in- tense it’s going to be.” While the challenges for students today are different than what they were four months ago, Milbrett said that the core goals of educa- tion don’t change, including Faith – Friendship - Fellowship – Fun CHURCH DIRECTORY To include your organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 2705 Munsel Lake Rd, Services 10 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-999-1979. Bishop Larry Farnsworth FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 6pm-7pm Website:florence4square.com COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. – Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Pastor Rachel Simonson – All are welcome Sermons are on YouTube at https://youtu.be/jcTJVWp_6ps. www.florencenewlife Lutheran.org CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD Corner of 10th & Maple –997-3533 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW We will be live streaming from 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 Facebook at 10am Sunday morning. Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Link to our website Reverend Greg Wood https://www.florencecrossroadag.org/church-online Worship services and all group meetings All other platforms will be update after the service. in the church have been temporarily florencecrossroadag.org suspended at least until the end of March. office@florencecrossroadag.org Our 10am Sunday worship service will be available via Zoom using your phone, tablet or computer. Church members and friends will be called FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC this week and given phone in/logon information. 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Ron Allen You can also call the church office for this Services on Facebook live information. Sunday’s at 11:00 am All Welcome. Come as you are. Wednesday’s at 6:00 pm All Bible studies held at the church including Sunday morning, Thursday Ladies study, and RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) Children’s Programs are suspended. “War is still not the answer.” FCNL Blessings on you and your family. Since we meet in homes, we are taking a mindful pause. Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for information. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational L.C.M.S. Services suspended this week. We will continue Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. to meet as The Church through our Community 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 Groups. We are working on options for you and will DVD of Weekly worship service available. communicate that with you soon. Pastor Randy Benscoter FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 1833 Tamarack Street 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. www.churchofchristflorence.org FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal – 997-9020 Services will be available via YouTube. Follow the link at http://florencenaz.church/ SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 COVID-19 Compliant Masses have been scheduled. Please call our office for details. FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. • 541-997-2523 Sunday Service 11am ( Children Sunday School) Mid-Week Activities, all ages. FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 87738 Hwy 101 at Heceta Beach Road All are welcome to explore the answer. In lieu of our regular service, we will be videotaping the sermon and have it available from YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UC1h3s3lhuRKRCXNxbF8H3Nw). www.FlorenceUUF.org - (541) 997.2840 FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd & Kingwood • (541) 997-6025 Link to Sunday services at www.florenceunitedmethodist.org or find us on Facebook. Give us a call 541-997-3441 to get us your updates or email to: mberg@thesiuslawnews.com ribbon-cutting ceremonies and in- stant credibility. A Business Part- ner receives an estimated $800- plus per year in direct benefits. As membership levels increase, so does the value of the membership up to an estimated $18,000 in benefits. “Some join the chamber to sup- port business in Florence even if they don’t avail themselves of all the membership benefits,” Hannigan said. “In Florence, the Chamber is a powerful catalyst for business growth, convener of leaders and influencers, and a champion for a stronger com- munity. Those are good things for all residents, and that’s why memberships for individuals are available too. Why every business in town is not a member is a mys- tery.” Florence Area Chamber of Com- merce released a special “Power of the Chamber” publication through Siuslaw News this June. This can be found at issuu.com/siuslawnews/ docs/chamber_2020. For more information on join- ing the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, the membership dues matching program, or to volunteer, contact Hannigan at 541-997-3128 or bettina@florencechamber.com. equity for students. “We have to make sure we’re reaching all the stu- dents,” she said. “You have all the different learning levels, and making sure each kid is getting the atten- tion needed. Making sure we give them extra atten- tion, one on one. Make sure they’re being challenged.” While Milbrett stated she knew there would be chal- lenges ahead, she believed that the school board would be able to face them. “I’ve watched you work over the years with differ- ent people,” she said to the board members. “It’s not the easiest thing to do by any means. You have long hours and lots of big decisions to make. I have a better under- standing every year.” This is the second time Milbrett has applied for the position. Also applying was Jes- se Beers, who works with the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLU- SI) in the cultural resourc- es department. He is also a current member of the Governor’s Cultural Items Task Force, which identifies tribal resources within state agencies. “I have two kids at school in Mapleton, and a long history of family going to the district,” Beers told the board, stating that he would like to get more involved. “It’s a way to further the goals of the district, make a more positive experience for youth and, if it all, im- prove educational resourc- es.” He stated a big goal was assisting school districts with Oregon Senate Bill 13, which requires districts to create Native American curriculum in schools. “I’d like to be able to see that come into fruition in Mapleton and other school districts as well,” he said. According to Beers, he has worked with multiple boards and projects from various entities, including federal, state and tribal. Not only has he worked on cre- ating curriculum for cultur- al programs, he also has a history of writing grants for multiple projects. However, he stated he did not have any experience in sitting on a school board, and wasn’t exactly sure what it would entail. “When I first got on the board a million years ago, it took me a lot of time to figure out what’s going on,” said school board member Michelle Holman. “There’s a learning curve with so many acronyms. Don’t ex- Siuslaw News + pect to just hit the ground. You’ll spend a lot of time listening.” As to what he felt were the best aspects of the dis- trict, Beers also referred to its small size. “A lot of people think it creates these cliques. For me, I think it’s the oppo- site,” he said. “You have to be friends with everybody. And it makes you, I would argue, broader minded. Right now, that’s really im- portant. I think we could go with a little more hear- ing people and convers- ing, which is something I learned to do at Mapleton.” While the four-person school board thought both candidates were excellent, they ultimately chose Mil- brett because of her previ- ous experience in schools. “Jesse brings some re- ally great skills and an in- digenous sensibility which could only help us, but in weighing two candidates, I think she’s more qualified right now,” Holman said. “There will be another op- portunity for Jesse.” Board member Marilyn Fox veered toward Beers, particularly for his work with Senate Bill 13. “I think Jesse has a lot of information we could use if we want to do that right,” she said. But Milbrett’s connection with another school district was a bright spot for school board member Mary Ellen Mansfield. “He does offer a differ- ent perspective, but I like Andrea’s experience. Her involvement with working in another school is some- thing that we could tap into her knowledge,” she said. Board chair Mizu Bur- russ agreed that both can- didates were of high quality, but that Beers still needed some time. “I’m hoping that Jesse will be able to help us with that as a community member, board member, a parent or tribal member,” she said. “Whether or not we choose him, I know we’ll be able to really benefit from his ex- pertise.” But with Milbrett’s ex- perience with the Maple- ton School District itself, and education as a whole, Burruss found her to be the better candidate at this time. “I think also I also agree that Andrea, with her sus- tained interest in being in- volved, is telling. You don’t get a lot of that, and I really appreciate it,” Burruss said. Holman, Mansfield and Burruss voted yes for Mil- brett, with Fox abstaining. Visit us online: www.TheSiuslawNews.com www.shoppelocal.biz