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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2020 | 9A DRAFT from page 1A The draft includes re- quirements for short term rentals to apply for a license while adhering to “Good Neighbor Guidelines.” The requirement would apply to both new and existing rent- al properties, with existing rentals having until Oct. 1, 2020, to comply. If a property receives complaints, “the owner and/or representative must maintain a record of com- plaints and actions taken in response to each com- plaint, as applicable, in an electronic or written man- ner deemed reasonable to document the interaction,” the draft read. “Such record must then be made avail- able for inspection by the city within 48 hours after request from the city ad- ministrator.” If a rental owner fails to resolve the complaints, they could be deemed a public nuisance and have their license revoked. A full copy of the ordinance can be found online at Siu- slawNews.com. DENTURE SERVICES INC. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Open 4 days a week! 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There are has been able to work with be made to the ordinance heard in drafting regula- also openings on the Plan- the state on ensuring funds ning Commission and the would be kept, but up- and the councilors and city tions. “I would like to see res- Budget Committee for area coming budget increases, staff are looking for public input for revisions, addi- idents attend that aren’t residents who want to get including PERS payments, necessarily in agreement,” involved. In addition, there could make funding diffi- tions and deletions. “I for one would like Forsythe said. “It’s always will be a special session on cult. to see a committee, and good to hear both sides. I’m Wednesday, July 8, at 5 p.m. “This city will probably get the information over surrounded by neighbors I for consideration of the cease to exist in three years, to business owners to sit know on all sides. Anybody city’s fiscal year budget. in my math, if we don’t have down and talk a way of rais- about it,” said ing revenue,” Dunes City “I for one would like to see a committee, and get the infor- F o r s y t h e Mayor Robert mation over to business owners to sit down and talk about it. said. “I’d like Forsythe. “If ... I would like to see residents attend that aren’t necessarily in to start these you remem- conversa- ber, when we agreement. It’s always good to hear both sides. I’m surrounded tions be- [spoke] about by neighbors I know on all sides. Anybody who has concerns, cause we ar- this, we had two invite them in, too.” en’t going to businesses with- — Dunes City Mayor Robert Forsythe have a good in Dunes City outcome if that are dealing we try and with short-term rentals. who has concerns, invite Finally, Forsythe present- tax people. So I would like They were very adamant them in, too.” ed the idea of creating an to spend these months try- The city has already cre- additional committee with ing to figure out how to that they had strong con- tracts. I would like them to ated an Ad Hoc Committee members of the public. raise revenue in a different on short-term rentals, with come in.” “I’d like to start a com- fashion and manner, and Some of the owners were a first meeting planned to mittee where we can sit and see if we can come up with fearful that the city wanted be held at Dunes City Hall talk with business owners something unique and dif- to ban short term rentals on Wednesday, July 15, at that exist in our city right ferent to support the city outright, which is not the 5 p.m. Those interested in now, and anybody else that and its residents, other than intention of the city. attending have been re- would like to be involved, taxation. Whether that’s Forsythe said, “They quested to contact the city to talk about how our city possible, I have no idea. It’s were very much in favor beforehand, so the city can in general can raise revenue just a brainstorm.” of sharing the rules and plan social distancing re- without taxing citizens and Forsythe stated that he regulations they have with- quirements. brainstorm on how that would reach out to local in their profession so that In other news from might happen,” he said. businesses owners to help we might adapt that into a Dunes City Council meet- In 2018, the city attempt- form a committee. code or policy.” ing, Mills gave a reminder ed to pass a small tax to For more information He also stressed the im- that “Volunteer of the Year” help secure funds from the about Dunes City, visit portance of getting feed- applications were still being state, including cigarette dunescityhall.com. back from neighbors of accepted, with nomination taxes. Citizens voted down Siuslaw Pioneer Museum to open on limited basis Jim & Jerry Neil’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning 541-997-3825 Certifi ed – Bonded – Insured Property Services Contractor #39458 • SAM: #831298500/7E6J9 City License #2578 “Our commitment is to our customers cleaning needs with honesty and integrity” The Siuslaw Pioneer Mu- seum, 278 Maple St. in His- toric Old Town Florence, will open on a limited basis the weekends of July 4 and 5 as well as July 11 and 12. Hours will be noon to 4 p.m. The museum has put specific coronavirus safety measures in place. Visitors are encouraged to bring and wear masks, practice safe distancing and use available hand sanitizer. People should keep in mind the Museum Re- search Library is available by appointment only until further notice. Siuslaw Pioneer Muse- um staff will reassess the LifeMed • What is LifeMed? Do you part and volunteer today to help support these organizations in our community. LifeMed is a Membership Program which costs $65 annually, and will cover your Household* for the cost of any medically necessary* pre-hospital care and ground transportation within the LifeMed reciprocal areas, that your current insurance does not pay (*See Agreement for details) For more information opening procedures after this limited opening to or to contact the research determine whether it will library, call 541-997-7884 resume regular everyday and leave a message. hours. TheSiuslawNews.com • Will you bill my insurance? As part of the Agreement, you give permission for us to bill your insurance carrier Looking for something to keep you busy but not ready for public contact? Florence Habitat ReStore has non-public contact volunteer opportunities for you! Call Floyd @ 541-997-5834 Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM HELPING HANDS COALITION New Location:Community Baptist Church 4590 Hwy. 101, Florence (Across from Fred Meyer) Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer relies heavily on volunteers. Th ere are many opportunities to volunteer and a variety of skills and talents are always in need. Volunteer interest forms may be found online, at the shelter and at our Th rift Shop on Bay Street. www.oregoncoasthumanesociety.org/volunteer/ Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers. <RXZLOOÀQGDQDUHDRILQWHUHVW in a caring organization. Peace Harbor Volunteers 400 9th Street, Florence, OR 97439 541-997-8412 ext. 2218 Saving men one PSA test at a time. 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net Someone to talk to... who understands! To include your organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441 • Why do I need LifeMed? Most insurance carriers do NOT cover the total fee for ambulance services, therefore LifeMed covers any remaining costs for its members Renewal Applications are in the mail and can be dropped off at one of two secure locations: 2625 Highway 101 or 410 Ninth Street For Questions or an Application Call 541-997-9614 WesternLaneAmbulance.com All types of roofing and repairs. Single Ply and Composition Specialist. CCCB#222167 541-972-1818 Welcome B usiness Quarterly back to business! Greater Florence Area Special Section As Oregon continues reopening, Lane County is in Phase 2, which al- lows many businesses to come back to work. With so many changes, what is your business doing to welcome in the public, promote safety and get back to the swing of things? Siuslaw News’ Business Quarterly is a chance for you to share with the community your new hours, recent developments, specials, virtual events and more. This quarterly section highlights local businesses and economic devel- opments. From big anniversaries and events to anecdotes about staff members, volunteer initiatives and other news, this is a chance for businesses to get their stories to the public. Business Quarterly has an ad and submission deadline of Tuesday, July 7, and a publication date of Saturday, July 11. To advertise, call your representa- tive at 541-997-3441. Business Quar- terly runs once a quarter in 2020. One time and quarterly billing is an option. To submit a press release, email PressReleases@TheSiuslawNews. com.
