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SIUSLAW NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2020 | 3A Community News Roger McCorkle named Elks’ Exalted Ruler for 2020-21 Roger McCorkle also served as then again from 1993 to 1999. (Disabled American Veterans) Exalted Ruler 50 years ago. Florence Oregon Elks Lodge #1858 has an- nounced Roger McCork- le as this year’s Exalted Ruler. McCorkle and his wife, Sherrie, moved to Florence in August 1967 to teach Social Studies at Siuslaw High School. He went on to be head of the department for 30 years. McCorkle also taught at Lane County Community College intermittently from 1967 to 1998 before retiring in 1998. McCorkle was elected may- or of Florence twice, the first time from 1979 to 1983, and Cel 70 ebrat + Y ing ear s! Hoberg’s Complete Auto Repair www.hobergsautorepair.com New Service d Offere FREE Taxi Ride via: River Cities Taxies Florence City Limits Only From our shop to your home or work Kevin McMullen 345 Hwy. 101 • P.O. Box 357 Florence, OR 97439-0012 3rd Generation Owner hobergsautorepair@gmail.com 541-997-2413 Serving Your Auto Needs Since 1945 DIVERSIFIED Equipment Sales RV SALES & CONSIGNMENT TRAILER SALES & SERVICE AUTO DETAILING • AUTO ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT RENTALS • MOVING EQUIPMENT STEEL STORAGE BUILDINGS • WOODEN SHEDS SERVICES WE PROVIDE: TRACTOR SERVICES/SITE PREP SCISSOR LIFT SERVICES • PRESSURE WASHING SECURITY LIGHTS & CAMERAS • BRUSH CUTTING diversifi edmarineandequipmentsales.com Veteran Owned & Operated Jim & Bonnie Johnston, Owners 2350 Hwy. 101, Florence • 541-997-4505 Coincidentally, he was the Exalted Ruler of the Florence Lodge from 1970 to 1971. Now, exactly 50 years later, he is the lodge’s Exalted Ruler once again for 2010-21. During his time as an Elk, McCorkle has worn many hats, including participating in the Lodge-sponsored DAV program to transport veterans to medical appointments for 16 years as a driver. He eventually drove more than 50,000 miles for the pro- gram. McCorkle has belonged to Florence Elks Lodge #1858 for 53 years. Lane County offering rent assistance through CARES Act Eligibility applica- tions for rent assistance for Lane County renters opens today, July 15, at 9 a.m. and will close at 11:59 p.m. on Wednes- day, July 22. The eligibility appli- cation is an online form that will be available at www.lanecounty.org/ rent. A total of $5.1 million is available, with funding provided by the federal COVID-19 CARES Act. Eligible households that complete an applica- tion will be selected for funding via lottery for expenses acquired begin- ning on March 1. To be eligible for rent assistance, the applicant’s dwelling unit must be located in Lane Coun- ty and there must be an active rental agreement or lease in the applicant’s name. If the applicant is homeless, there must be a lease in place for the new unit, or a signed agree- ment from the landlord that the lease will be signed upon payment. The applicant must be able to document either: • A loss of income as a direct result of COVID-19, or • Have compromised health status or an ele- vated risk of infection and vulnerability to im- pacts to health as related to COVID-19 and that a loss of housing would cause a health jeopardy related to COVID-19 for the applicant. Income Guidelines The applicant’s house- hold income must be at or below 80 percent of the Lane County Area Median Income Level (AMI). Income includes the current gross income of the primary applicant and all adult household members at the time of assessment. Income earned by household members who are minors or full- time students, and are not considered heads of household, is excluded. The COVID-19 unem- ployment bonus of $600 per week is not counted as part of gross income. Eligible Expenses • Housing and move- in costs such as rent pay- ments and arrearages • Manufactured home rental space “lot rents” • Utility payments and arrearages (Other util- ity assistance programs must be deferred to first, utility assistance is only eligible when other util- ity assistance cannot be obtained and providing utility assistance is nec- essary to ensure stability in housing) • Moving costs, secu- rity and utility deposits and application fees • Housing relocation assistance Application Process Applicants will com- plete the application online at www.lane county.org/rent or by calling Lane Coun- ty’s non-emergency COVID-19 call center at 541-682-1380. Eligible applications selected by lottery will be forwarded to the access agency requested by the applicant. The access agency will follow up with the appli- cant to process the ap- plication and distribute funds directly to land- lords or utility compa- nies. Applicants will need to provide documentation for identification (ID), income documentation, housing status documen- tation and, if needed, health status documen- tation. Applicants will also be asked to provide a writ- ten notice from their landlords and/or utility company showing the unpaid balance. Appli- cants can upload the re- quired documents into the online application form at the time they apply, or later by editing their application. Applicants may receive assistance for multiple months through De- cember 30. Payments to landlords will be issued monthly and applicants may need to recertify be- fore the end of the year. Real ID now available by appointment at DMV Speak your peace. Write a Letter to the Editor. Editor@TheSiuslawNews.com Oregonians now have the choice to get a Real ID the next time they renew their driver license or ID card. The DMV has begun is- suing Real ID-compliant Shoes for those in Need licenses and ID cards to Oregonians who meet the federal requirements and bring the required docu- mentation to their DMV appointment. Although a standard li- cense or ID card is still available, some are choos- ing to get a Real ID-com- pliant card so that they are prepared for changes to TSA travel requirements next year. In October 2021, the Transportation Security Administration will begin requiring identification that complies with federal WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Real ID standards to pass through airport security when boarding a domestic flight. The new ID require- ments also apply to identi- fication you use when en- tering a secure federal site, such as a military base. How to get a Real ID Getting a Real ID re- quires an in-person visit a DMV office and presenta- tion of specific documen- tation before a card can be issued. This means you can’t obtain a Real ID card for the first time by using the DMV website to replace a card. The law also requires a new photo be taken the first time you get a Real ID. If a customer wants to get a Real ID, they need to make an appointment to come into DMV for a new license or ID card. Visit the DMV website to learn more about Real ID, including a tool to help you make a checklist of docu- ments to bring so you are prepared for your appoint- ment. You can also read about other forms of ID such as a passport that you can use instead of a card is- sued by DMV. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JULY 15 JULY 16 JULY 17 JULY 18 JULY 19 JULY 20 JULY 21 Men’s Shoes are of great need at Siuslaw Outreach Services. Sunny Partly Cloudy AM Clouds PM Sun Sunny Sunny Sunny Mostly Sunny Th is July Th e Siuslaw News is having a shoe drive to help those in need in our community. Please help someone get on their feet by donating new or gently used and clean shoes, specifi cally men’s size 10 and up. You may drop off your donated items at Th e Siuslaw News 148 Maple St. in Historic Old Town Florence 71°F 54F 69°F 56°F 68°F 53°F 68°F 54°F 71°F 66°F 72°F 55°F 69°F 55°F Donations accepted until July 31st. Other items needed for fall: Tarps, heavey blankets, socks, pocket ponchos, monetary donations for operations. Health is our #1 Priority! At Shervin’s we are taking extra precaution in order to ensure that our customers and staff are kept safe and healthy during this quickly changing situation. 1 Car Sanitation – All cars are wiped down with a sanitizer before and aft er the service. We wipe down any areas in the interior where employees have touched, such as door handles, the steering wheel, keys, shift ers and power window panels. 2 Hand Sanitation- Our staff will continue to wash their hands throughout the day and change gloves aft er each car they service. 3 Give Customers Options- We will pick up and deliver your vehicle to your home. You may also drop your key in our secure mailbox for drop-off s to avoid or minimize contact. Siuslaw News Need more info? Call us at 541-997-3441 4 Employee Illness is Serious- We are encouraging employees not to shake hands. We are practicing “personal distancing” and encouraging employees to stay home if they feel under the weather. 5 Wipe Down High Touch Points- We wipe/spray counters, credit card machines, door handles, phone handles, kitchen areas, and chair arms and tables in waiting area multiple times a day. We continue to be focused and committed to working with each of you to ensure we continue to meet and exceed your expecta- tions. We are here for you. We thank you for your business and more importantly, your friendship. Please be safe and exercise extra precaution during this challenging time.