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A6 • Friday, July 5, 2019 | Seaside Signal | SeasideSignal.com Convention Center to see four-week completion delay By R.J. MARX Seaside Signal The Seaside Civic and Convention Center expan- sion and renovation project will be delayed one month, executive director Russ Van- denberg told city councilors on Monday, June 24. “We have decided to extend the project 30 addi- tional days,” Vandenberg said of the $15 million proj- ect, which began last spring. Reasons for the delay, he said, come from the need to build a second temporary set of stairs from the main fl oor to the second fl oor. Completion is now expected for Aug. 31. “It’s a big structure right in the middle and it’s creat- ing an issue for construction to get equipment from out that lobby,” Vandenberg said. R.J. Marx Phase six, the lobby stair- case renovation, will begin July 31 as crews gain access to that location, Some work at the east entrance of the building along the Necanicum River has also been “sidelined to some extent” because of the lack of equipment due to the state’s building boom. An elevator on the west side of the building sched- uled for complete renova- tion will also be delayed until July 30. Most events scheduled at the convention center will not be impacted, he said. Staff moved back into their new offi ces on June 15, he said. “That was a nice thing we were able to get back in some form of normalcy connected to our building. We’re getting reacquainted with our new space.” The project, at $15 mil- lion, will have an expected contingency balance of $171,000. Some of that may be used to change the ceiling in the main lobby to match the ceilings in the rest of the building. “We’re going to move forward and have a discus- sion on that at a later date,” Vandenberg said. A public reopening of the building is scheduled for Sept. 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. School district passes budget, welcomes Susan Penrod By KATHERINE LACAZE For Seaside Signal The Seaside School Dis- trict Board of Directors held their fi nal meeting of the 2018-19 school year on June 18, with approval of a bud- get of about $119.5 for the 2019-20 school year that includes an approximately $22.2 general fund along with about $4.7 million in debt service, $3.3 million in special revenue, and more than $89 million for capital projects. The district’s bud- get committee met before the board’s regular meet- ing May 21 to discuss the budget, which includes an approximately $22.2 gen- eral fund along with about $4.7 million in debt service, $3.3 million in special reve- nue and more than $89 mil- lion in capital projects. • The board accepted Superintendent Sheila Roley’s notice of retire- ment from her full-time position as superintendent and request to be rehired as a part-time superintendent, effective July 1. Susan Pen- rod joins the district as assis- tant superintendent. • The board approved Broadway Middle School to undertake a name-change process similar to the one approved for the elementary schools at the May meeting. The middle school will follow the same timeline and procedure of adopting a new name, which includes accepting suggestions from students, parents, staff, and community members in September and October. Forms will be made avail- able at the Seaside Farm- ers Market, fall conferences, registration, and online. The options will be nar- rowed down to two before the students vote to select the fi nal choice in November. • The board approved a resolution to accept noti- fi cation from the Cannon Beach Academy that they plan to add fi fth-grade level education, in addition to fourth grade, for the 2019- 20 school year. Over the past couple years, the acad- emy has added one grade level per year to allow exist- ing students to continue receiving their elementary education at the institution. The academy is estimat- ing a student body of 50 for the upcoming year, but fi nal enrollment numbers won’t be fi nalized until September. • The board approved a recommendation from direc- tor of curriculum Sande Brown and teachers pertain- ing to the adoption of new social studies curriculum for the 2019-20 school year for all grade levels. Seaside artists turn to nature for their inspiration Seaside Signal Celebrating 15 years, the next Seaside First Saturday Art Walk, will be held 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday, July 6. The free event takes place between Holladay Drive and Broadway Street in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside. The Whet Spot, 12 N. Holladay Drive. Showcasing the art of Billy Lutz, one of Seaside’s most famous artists, who has painted in themes for 30 years, developing a philoso- phy of collectivism premised on the requirements of indi- vidual motive and other par- adox. Lutz, a self-employed artist and sign painter, has pro- vided for his family of fi ve all his adult life. In addition, his work is available at from Port- land Art Museum’s Online Collections. Seaside Yarn and Fiber, 10A N. Holladay Drive. Featuring the art of yarn as much-needed creative outlet to the coastal community. Art-in-the-Loft at Beach Books, 616 Broadway. Hosting the Westside Art- Share Group, an all women artist group from Western Washington County (west of Portland). This multi-tal- ented group will be exhibiting mixed media artwork unique variations and interpretations of the theme “Summer Vaca- tion.” Participating artists: Lori Hicke, Riis Griffen, Eliz- abeth Higgins, Carole Zenny, Megan Turner Baxter, Debbie Grover, Theresa Magsig Kot- vis, Laura Thode and Suzanne Ebert. Fairweather House and Gallery, 612 Broadway. Opening reception for “Making Waves,” Fairweath- er’s monthlong July exhibi- tion, exploring the deep, mul- tifaceted relationship with the ocean. Art for the exhi- bition, largely signifi cant pieces include new origi- nal work, created entirely by North coast artists. Featuring selected artists: Blue Bond, Nick Brakel, Paul Brent, Vic- toria Brooks, Leah Kohlen- berg, Karen Lewis, Emily Miller, Lee Munsell, Richard Newman, Ron Nicolaides, Jan Rimerman, Lisa Sofi a Rob- inson, Peg Wells, Russell J. Young and Dale Veith. Intro- ducing artists Sharon Furze and Phil Juttelstad. Attending artists will offers “The Challenge” oil on linen by Victoria Brooks at Fairweather Gallery. “Seaside Ospreys,” oil by Blue Bond, at Blue Bond Gallery. lectures about their art starting at 5:30 p.m. The range in the show reveals the extraordinary impact the sea and waves. “Making Waves” habitat talk by naturalist Neal Maine. Pacifi c Heirloom Art and Collectables, 608 Broadway. Featuring antique seascape paintings. Peddler’s Row, 604 Broadway. Featuring vintage oils, designer goods and work cre- ated by artisans gathered from all over the country. Peddler’s Row is a “new old” business curated by Avery Loschen and Will Perkins, property owners of the Gilbert Block Build- ing. Loschen and Perkins are extraordinary collectors. SunRose Gallery, 606 Broadway. Ushering in summer with an open house and offer- ing conservations with artists Patty Thurlby, Robin Mon- tero, Jan Barber and Ronni Harris. Live music will be pro- vided by guitarist David Crab- tree and accompanied on sax and fl ute by SunRose owner Ray Coffey. Shine Fair Trade, 609 Broadway.Featuring hand- made items all over the world that supports over 100 non- profi ts and artisan cooper- atives. Showcasing artist Renee L. Delight, living a creative life as an artist, gar- dener, musician, nature lover, environmentalist, builder, tin- kerer and destroyer. 10% of all net proceeds are donated to local wildlife protection organizations. Gilbert District Gallery, 613 Broadway. Featuring watercolor artist Dave Bartholet, a Seaside art- ist who is in the “show busi- ness,” doing juried art shows throughout the West. In addi- tion, Bartholet operates the Gallery, an artist co-op, offer- ing watercolors, bronzes, lim- ited edition prints, Native American jewelry, oil paint- ings, greeting cards and metal sculpture. Blue Bond Art Studio and Gallery, 417 S. Holladay Drive. Featuring oil paintings and acrylics by Blue Bond, an accomplished Seaside profes- sional artist whose specialty likes in portraits and wildlife. With over 50 years of expe- rience, the artist teaches one- to-one classes in oil or acrylic to novices and experienced painters alike. Angi D Wildt Gallery, 737 Broadway, #2. Featuring artist Ty McNee- ley. McNeeley received his bachelor of science degree in photography from North- ern Arizona University in between Army deployments to Afghanistan and the Mid- dle East. Westport Winery, 810 Broadway. Featuring Josh Fry, a self- taught artist and Seaside native who creates his paint- ings using spray paint cans along with complex sets of stencils. Starry Night Art Hotel and Inn, 811 First Ave. Ongoing summer-long exhibition of Caroline Green’s bird art. The artist uses glazing techniques to create intriguing layered paintings inspired by the Pacifi c Northwest envi- ronment and include crows or owls. Starry Night is an art motel that offers artist resi- dencies. The art at the motel is curated by Chris Haberman. Find additional origi- nal art during the day at Sea- side Coffee House, 3 N. Hol- laday Drive; Seaside Antique Mall, 726 Broadway St. and at Dough Dough Bakery, 8 N. Holladay Drive. R.J. Marx City Councilor Randy Frank, Mayor Jay Barber, Briana Boyd and Tristyn McFadden. McFadden named new student representative By R.J. MARX Seaside Signal Since 2007, Seaside City Council has wel- comed Seaside High School students as youth representatives at their biweekly board meetings. This year’s student rep- resentative, Briana Boyd, received a warm send-off from city councilors and Mayor Jay Barber at the Monday, June 24 meeting. “Briana Boyd, who has served us diligently for the last year is here tonight,” Barber said as he presented her with a certifi cate of recognition. Meanwhile, Boyd, a rising junior, will also be returning to Seaside High School, plans to spend the summer with the Oregon Ambassadors of Music on a European band tour. She will attend a student lead- ership camp later in July. Boyd will relinquish her role to Tristyn McFadden, also a junior. McFadden has lived in Seaside “for awhile now.” She plays golf, vol- leyball and basketball. “I thought one way to get good at public speaking was to come speak here,” McFadden said. DINING on the NORTH COAST Great Restaurants in: GEARHART • SEASIDE CANNON BEACH WANNA KNOW WHERE THE LOCALS GO? • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner BEST BREAKFAST IN TOWN! • Lighter appetite menu • Junior Something for Everyone menu Fish ‘n Chips • Burgers • Seafood & Steak Friday & Saturday - Prime Rib Lounge Open Daily 9-Midnight All Oregon Lottery products available 1104 S Holladay • 503-738-9701 • Open Daily at 8am MAZATLAN M E X I C A N R E S TA U R A N T Phone 503-738-9678 1445 S. Roosevelt Drive • Seaside Excellence in family dining found from a family that has been serving the North Coast for the past 52 years Great Great Great Homemade Breakfast, lunch and pasta, Clam but that’s dinner steaks & Chowder, not all... menu,too! seafood! Salads! Seaside • 323 Broadway • 738-7234 (Open 7 Days) Cannon Beach • 223 S. Hemlock 436-2851 (7am-3pm Daily) Astoria • 146 W. Bond • 325-3144
