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2A | MARCH 12, 2020 | COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL On The Record Lane County Public Health issues latest COVID-19 update (Issued March 10) Testing update: • Lane County has had no positive COVID-19 tests as of 8 a.m. on March 10. Common questions • Is Lane County planning to declare an emergency? Yes, if it becomes necessary. Over this last weekend, the Governor’s Office declared a state of emergency. This opens up a funding stream for resources and assistance through Oregon Health Au- thority, which is leading the response efforts with Oregon Emergency Management. We have prepared declara- tion documentation so that we can move quickly if we start seeing cases locally or the disease spread changes. • Can Lane County Public Health provide a work release letter for me or my employ- ees? No. If you are an official Person Under Monitoring (PUM) for the COVID-19 investigation, Lane County Public Health can work with your employer to clear you to return to work. For all oth- er individuals, Lane County Public Health cannot provide clearance for return to work. Contact your medical provider. Only your medical provider can order testing for COVID-19. • Should people avoid large gatherings or public spaces? Currently, Lane County Public Health is not advis- ing community members to avoid large gatherings or public places. We are cur- rently asking people to use the same caution they would use during flu season when it comes to public spaces. Individuals with a condi- tion that affects their lungs or breathing (like asthma or COPD) or individuals who are 65+ should always exer- cise caution regarding large • Avoid close contact with faces that are often touched. gatherings this time of year. people who are sick. · Consult CDC’s travel Prevention: • Avoid touching your website for any travel advi- • We recommend all resi- eyes, nose and mouth with sories and steps to protect dents take everyday precau- unwashed hands. yourself if you plan to travel tions to prevent the spread • Clean and disinfect sur- outside of the U.S. of many respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and in- fluenza: December 18, 1925 – February 28, 2020 • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue and then throw the tissue in the trash. • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily avail- able, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Paul Robert Boehner Town hall to address local climate change action Climate Action Cottage Grove, Forest Web and Sustainable Cottage Grove will be hosting a Climate Action Town Hall this Sat- urday, March 14, at the Cot- tage Grove Armory (628 E. Washington Ave.), for com- munity members and local officials to participate in a forum on ways the City of Cottage Grove can reach the goal of being carbon neutral by the year 2030. The event will include speakers, information ta- bles and discussion sessions to work on possible solu- tions. Speaking at the event will be Tao Orion of Resilience Permaculture Design, LLC, and author of Beyond the War on Invasive Species: A Permaculture Approach to Ecosystem Restoration and Matt McRae, Climate Policy Strategist for Our Children’s Trust. They will be discussing topics such as the science of climate change, the impacts of cli- mate change, and how to develop the climate actions and policies necessary to achieve a stable climate. Organizers describe the town hall as an interactive event where the residents can participate in a com- munity conversation on how Cottage Grove can become a more resilient, greener community, learn about Climate Change and discuss what it means for Cottage Grove. Activities will include presentations on climate impacts on the Willamette Valley, Transi- tion Towns, Climate Action Plans and grassroots proj- ects. A significant portion of the day’s schedule will be for attendees to partic- ipate in breakout sessions to brainstorm ideas to im- prove our cities carbon footprint and become more resilient in the face of a changing climate. The Climate Action Town Hall is the culmina- tion of a series of events which began with the Cli- mate Strike and March held in Cottage Grove last Sep- tember. Since then, the or- ganizing groups have held a monthly educational series of films and lectures on the environmental issues facing the planet at this critical time. More events, work- shops, and presentations will follow in the months to come. For more information, contact Climate Action Cottage Grove at climate- actioncottagegrove@gmail. com. Final Arrangements Handled with Care • Cremation Options • Memorial & Funeral Planning • Monuments & Memorials • Cemetery Options • Family Owned & Operated 123 South 7th • Cottage Grove, Oregon 541.942.0185 • smithlundmills.com ALLIGATOR AUCTION SATURDAY - March 28th 11AM-4PM Paul R. Boehner, 94, passed away February 28, 2020. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Paul joined the Marines at 17 and served in WWII as a radar operator on Okinawa and Tori Shima. Af- ter fi nishing his bachelor’s de- gree at Penn State, Paul taught at public schools for 35 years, and was a Lincoln Junior High science teacher for 22 years in Cottage Grove, Oregon; known for weekly labs and fi eld trips for his CONECO class (Conservation and Ecol- ogy). He was also active in the teacher’s union and other edu- cational organizations. Eagle Scout honoree, Paul served as scoutmaster for several troops for over 20 years. Combining his passion for nature and ed- ucation, Paul worked diligently to help save a remnant of old growth forests from logging to use for education and research, called Boehner Woods (www. forestweb-cg.org/saving-boeh- ner-woods), where he had tak- en students and near where he completed his Master’s degree research project. He wrote and published songs including a musical, “Yellowstone”, a trib- ute to where he worked many summers in his youth. He lived 56 years in Cottage Grove. Paul was preceded in death (by only 5 months) by his be- loved wife of 40 years, Frances 325 Exhibits. Experts. Ideas. 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Paul’s stepchildren are Lyn (Val de- ceased, grandchildren Vanessa and Gabriel); Jagat Joti Singh (Kartar Kaur); and Nancy (Coghan). His extended fam- ily are spread throughout the United States. Paul and Fran’s remaining rescued felines are Penelope, Whiskers, and Ash- ley Wilkes. A memorial is be- ing planned for a future date. Condolences can be made online at www.aspenaft ercare. com. Th e family welcomes donations to Forest Web as an expression of sympathy instead of fl owers. Forest Web, P.O. Box 1026, Cottage Grove, OR 97424 or at www.forestweb-cg. org/donate. from The Mattress Company ly 4 days on ! It’s a G ! y t r a P n de iant Gar Ecological Landscaping Living with Art Hummingbird Madness Stump the Chump Gameshow! Win Prizes! Heirloom Exotic Edibles Edible Container Gardens Kid’s Seedball Workshop BIG Plant Sales ! p o h S The Alligator Auction promises fun and great deals for businesses and listeners Dig into Dirt & Remodel it! 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