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Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Rental regulations having an effect

Women build...

By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief

In response to the emerging risk associated with the spread of COVID-19, local first responders and healthcare professionals are taking protective steps. Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District personnel are preparing for the possibility that infected patients may call 911 and request ambulance transport to the hospital. The Fire District has recently provided enhanced training for its emergency responders on appropriate infection control measures, including personal protective equipment and safe work practices. The Fire District has also made some operational changes to protect emergency

Sisters Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s of Redmond partnered for a work project on local homes last week. See story, page 11.

See COVID-19 on page 22

PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK

New rules created in 2019 to regulate short-term rentals (STR) in Sisters are having an impact. The Sisters City Council received an update on those impacts at their Wednesday, February 26 workshop. According to planner Patrick Davenport, current active licenses for short-term or vacation rentals in town stand at 88, down from more than 100 a year ago. Eleven permits were issued in 2019, down from a high of 44 in 2018. Davenport noted that there was “a flurry of activity” in 2018 because property owners were aware that new regulations were coming. See RENTALS on page 8

Partnerships key to protecting forest Historical Society announces new museum By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief

By Helen Schmidling Correspondent

The historic bungalow at 410 E. Cascade Ave. (next to Suttle Tea) will be the new home of the Three Sisters Historical Society. A museum, office and gift shop will open in late spring or early summer in the building most recently occupied by Sisters Dental, which has moved its offices to 491 E. Main Ave. Floyd Leitheiser, president of the Historical Society, made the announcement at the organization’s annual meeting Thursday night, following a Fireside Talk at FivePine by Jarold Ramsey of Madras. Ramsey, a longtime board member of the Jefferson County Historical Society, embraced the idea of

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a museum in Sisters. “I commend your timing, as there is a real sense of local history in the three counties of Central Oregon,” Ramsey said. George and Virginia Wakefield, who originally purchased the property on the corner of East Cascade and Larch from R.J. Skelton, built the home in the mid1930s. Chris Boxwell and Belita Palu-ay now own the property, and will rent a portion of the historic home. The museum will occupy four rooms, and will feature a display of local history, a museum gift shop, and the organization’s office. A generous gift from John and Jan Hodgers is making the museum possible. See MUSEUM on page 14

As Fred Perl moves on from a 32-year career in law enforcement with the National Parks Service and the U.S. Forest Service, he offers a singular takeaway: partnerships are the critical element in protecting and preserving America’s public lands. Those partnerships are not only between and among agencies tasked with protecting public lands; partnerships with members of the public are equally important. “It’s incumbent upon the community to take care of public lands,” Perl told The Nugget. “There are warriors and guardians in the community, and they do incredible things.” It was a love for the outdoors that drew Perl into public-lands stewardship — starting with seasonal work

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Fred Perl has retired after serving as the USFS law enforcement officer for the past 17 years. at Crater Lake National Park. “It was actually a classified ad that my mom found in the newspaper about Crater Lake National Park hiring,” he recalled. While working in visitor services, he saw rangers patrolling the Park and it set

his feet on a particular path. “I thought, ‘Well, that’s kind of a cool job,’” he said. He entered college at Southern Oregon University with an eye to a career. “It was through that See FOREST on page 17

Letters/Weather ................ 2 Stars Over Sisters .............. 8 Entertainment ..................13 Crossword ........................17 Sisters Job Walk...............20 Meetings ........................... 3 Announcements................12 Obituaries ....................... 16 Classifieds.................. 18-20 Real Estate ..................21-24

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Grappling with growth in Sisters

ʻPajama Party’

By Cory Misley Sisters City Manager Nicole Mardell Principal Planner

The Sisters Elementary School kindergarten staged a performance of “Pajama Party” last week in the school gym. The young actors enjoyed their time on stage. PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK

Letters to the Editor…

The Nugget welcomes contributions from its readers, which must include the writer’s name, address and phone number. Letters to the Editor is an open forum for the community and contains unsolicited opinions not necessarily shared by the Editor. The Nugget reserves the right to edit, omit, respond or ask for a response to letters submitted to the Editor. Letters should be no longer than 300 words. Unpublished items are not acknowledged or returned. The deadline for all letters is 10 a.m. Monday.

To the Editor: Last night, Monday, March 2, I came home from the movies to find my daughter upset. It seems like through a Facebook post she found out my dog was missing. It turned out alright, someone down the street found her and brought her home. Now the rest of the story: It seems the gate in the corner facing St. Helens was open and neither of us had opened it. Noel didn’t have a collar or tags on when she was brought home. I found the collar the next morning about 40 feet from the open gate, unhooked. There was no way she could have got it open or off by herself. I have been a responsible pet-owner, my dogs go to the vet on a regular basis and I had a fence built to keep them out of the street. They have a doggie door to get in and out and the yard is theirs. Both my dogs run out and mostly greet everyone who walks past. My greatest fear is someone opened the gate and took her. Did she get away from you

when you stopped to take off her collar? It was right in the driveway behind my car. Did you think she was just so cute you had to have her? Did you think you could love her more than I do? She was my Christmas present in 2017 to replace a dog that I had for over 18 years. I got her through potty training and broke her of shoe-chewing and dragging any article of clothing she found out the doggy door and into the yard. She has been my companion and best friend for over 2 years, and if I had not got her back this would be such a different letter. So, if the one who tried to take her reads this, know she is chipped, and the vet knows her. And also know that I am putting locks on my gates to keep her safe. A six-foot chain length fence should have discouraged you; it didn’t, but locks on all the gates should. It really bothers me that I should have to do that in Sisters to keep her safe. But I will. She is part of my family. Shirley Miller

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Land-use planning in the U.S. began in the late 1800s at the intersection of three vocations: public health, architecture, and social work, as all three groups had concerns about the arrangement of cities and the potential impacts of their growth. In weighing all of these interests, the process of land-use planning was created to ensure thoughtful, orderly, and consistent review of construction projects. Zoning was established for public health and quality of life purposes, to separate industrial parks from residential areas, and to ensure an adequate mix of uses — homes, commercial services and retail, park space, and economic development land were all balanced. Development codes containing requirements for materials, building layout, and spacing were put into place to ensure a standard for development was set. The public hearing process was created so members of the public could verify that these standards were being met and properly applied. Planning has evolved immensely since that time. In 1973, the Oregon Legislature passed Senate Bill No. 100, requiring all cities and counties in Oregon to participate in a state-wide land-use system with specific goals and policies. One of the most notable requirements of this program is to concentrate development into cities with a defined boundary in which growth can occur, so that rural lands containing significant natural resources and working farm and forest land can be preserved. This drew a legal line in the sand around cities, prohibiting urban sprawl with state oversight. One consequence of this program is the pressure on cities of all sizes to grow. In Sisters there are two arenas in which land-use planning exists. The first is application review (i.e. the recent Three Winds Master Plan), a responsive process at the intersection between individual property rights, for an owner to be able to reasonably develop land that they own, and the legal

guidelines that the City has adopted in its development code. When an application is submitted, the codes that are in place cannot be changed. This is known as the “Goal Post Rule,” and ensures applicants have clear and objective standards to meet to entitle their land for construction. The second is through development code and plan amendments. The City’s development codes and zoning can be changed through a standalone process with state noticing, outside of review of a specific application. Wording changes are often initiated to fix issue areas (such as height limits or parking requirements), address changing conditions, or new topics. These code changes cannot target specific construction sites, but rather must have citywide impacts and meet statewide goals and policies. There are two big ways that you can meaningfully participate in this process. You can provide input in the application review realm on the details of a specific development project by asking for higher-quality materials, building orientation to limit disruption to existing properties, additional landscaping and open-space areas, among other things. Although approval is based on code requirements, these “asks” are appropriate. If you’re interested in a holistic review of the development code and policies surrounding land use and their applications, you can also participate in the upcoming Comprehensive Plan amendment process. The plan guides the City’s overall vision for development and growth for the next 20 years. This plan will also inform future updates to the code and development standards. It is up to us as a community to be receptive to development where the code allows, while also providing meaningful input to ensure the high standard of quality and character continues in our built environment. If you have any questions or want to talk through any elements of planning and land use, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call 541-549-6022.

Opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the writer and are not necessarily shared by the Editor or The Nugget Newspaper.

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Volunteers offer medical transportation in Sisters A team of dedicated volunteers, working under the umbrella of Age Friendly Sisters Country (AFSC) has launched an all-volunteer nocharge medical transportation service for Sisters Country: Sisters Transportation and Ride Share, or STARS. Currently, this no-charge round-trip service will only be available for medical appointments in Sisters, Bend or Redmond. As more volunteer drivers and dispatchers are added to the action team, it is anticipated that the service will expand to include shopping and errand stops. Further expansion will include

coordination with other “forfee” and volunteer services such as CET, Lyft, SPRD, and local cab and shuttle companies. How does STARS work? • Call the STARS volunteer dispatcher (541904-5545) on Tuesday or Thursday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to schedule a ride to your medical appointment for any future weekday. Rider information and appointment date/time will be logged into the Spedsta software. • Ride requests should be made at least 48 hours ahead of the appointment See STARS on page 23 PHOTO BY JODI SCHNEIDER

Jazz enthusiast launches jam night at The Belfry New artist creates 2020 rodeo poster Rodger Dwight discovered Valerie Smith’s art at the Sisters Harvest Faire.

By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief

Jazz is a life’s passion for Robert Sposato. He moved to Sisters in 2017, and he’s having a significant impact on Sisters’ thriving music scene, creating a monthly jam night for young musicians at The Belfry. And he’s developing a jazz series to be launched later in the year. Sposato can trace his passion for jazz to a specific

moment. Growing up in the 1960s, he enjoyed the rock music of the day, including a six-month infatuation with the Grateful Dead. Then he heard the Miles Davis Quintet’s 1955 recording of “Round Midnight” with John Coltrane on tenor saxophone. “That was it,” he told The Nugget. Sposato would go on to create a life in jazz. While his musical passion sometimes See JAZZ on page 21

By Jodi Schneider Correspondent

Sisters Rodeo’s 80th anniversary poster by artist Valerie Smith portrays a rodeo cowboy saddle bronc rider. Smith’s drawing captured the true spirit of the classic rodeo event. The poster also includes a historical representation of the past using six black and white photos from the Sisters Rodeo archives that surround Smith’s artwork.

Smith told The Nugget, “We’ve gone to the Sisters Rodeo quite a few times, and my husband, William, takes a lot of photos. I chose that photo from 2019 to create ‘Buckaroo’ using pastels and colored pencils because it’s the classic pose with heels up and head down.” Smith, a Crooked River Ranch resident, was “discovered” by Rodger Dwight, a Sisters Rodeo board director, last October during the annual Sisters Harvest Faire where

Smith was showcasing her “Crazyhorse Art” paintings. “I was walking through the event when I saw her paintings and thought that her artwork would be perfect for this year’s rodeo,” Dwight said. “She had other paintings, but that particular one jumped out at me.” Mostly a self-taught artist, Smith’s mission is to bring out the inner beauty of wild horses through her paintings. See POSTER on page 15

SISTERS AREA MEETING CALENDAR East of the Cascades Quilt Guild 4th Wednesday (September-June), Stitchin’ Post. All are welcome. 541-549-6061. Al-Anon Mon., noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. / Thurs., 10 a.m., Friends of the Sisters Library Board Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. of Directors 2nd Tuesday, 9 to 11 a.m., 541-549-8737 or 541-549-1527. Sisters Library.www.sistersfol.com. Alcoholics Anonymous Thurs. & Go Fish Fishing Group 3rd Monday, Sun., 7 p.m., Episcopal Church of the 7 p.m. Sisters Community Church. All Transfiguration / Sat., 8 a.m., Episcopal ages welcome. 541-771-2211. Church of the Transfiguration / Mon., Heartwarmers (fleece blanketmakers) 5 p.m., Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Sisters City Church / Big Book study, Tues., noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church / Hall. Materials provided. 541-408-8505. Gentlemen’s meeting, Wed., 7 a.m., Hero Quilters of Sisters Thursday, 1 to Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church / 4 p.m. 541-549-1028 or 541-719-1230. Sober Sisters Women’s meeting, Thurs., Citizens4Community, Let’s Talk noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church / Step & Tradition meeting, Fri., 3rd Monday, 5:30 to 8 p.m. RSVP at citizens4community.com noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. 541-548-0440. Military Parents of Sisters Meetings are held quarterly; please call for details. Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver 541-388-9013. Support Group 1st Tuesday, noon, SPRD bldg. 800-272-3900. Oregon Band of Brothers – Sisters Chapter Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., Black Butte Ranch Bridge Club Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., BBR community Takoda’s Restaurant. 541-549-6469. room. Partner required. 541-595-6236. SAGE (Senior Activities, Gatherings & Enrichment) Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. Central Oregon Fly Tyers Guild to 4 p.m. at Sisters Park & Recreation For Saturday meeting dates and District. 541-549-2091. location, email: steelefly@msn.com. Sisters Aglow Lighthouse Central OR Spinners and Weavers 4th Saturday, 10 a.m., Ponderosa Lodge Guild One Saturday per month, Jan. Meeting Room. 503-930-6158. thru Oct. For schedule: 541-639-3217. Sisters Area Photography Club Council on Aging of Central Oregon Senior Lunch Tuesdays, noon, Sisters 2nd Wednesday, 4 p.m., Sisters Library Community Church. 541-480-1843. community room. 541-549-6157.

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Sisters Area Woodworkers 1st Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m. 541-639-6216. Sisters Astronomy Club 3rd Tuesday, 7 p.m., SPRD. 541-549-8846. Sisters Bridge Club Thursdays, 12:30 p.m., The Pines Clubhouse. Novices welcomed. 541-549-9419. Sisters Caregiver Support Group 3rd Tues., 10:30 a.m., The Lodge in Sisters. 541-771-3258. Sisters Cribbage Club Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ray’s Food Place community room. 541-923-1632. Sisters Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors 4th Tuesday, 6 p.m. Location information: 541-549-1193. Sisters Kiwanis Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 a.m., Brand 33 Restaurant at Aspen Lakes. 541-410-2870.

Sisters Trails Alliance Board 1st Monday, 5 p.m. Sisters Library. Public welcome. 808-281-2681. Sisters Veterans Thursdays, noon, Takoda’s Restaurant. 541-903-1123. Three Sisters Irrigation District Board of Directors 1st Tuesday, 4 p.m., TSID Office. 541-549-8815. Three Sisters Lions Club 2nd Tuesday, noon, Ray’s Food Place community room. 541-419-1279. VFW Post 8138 and American Legion Post 86 1st Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-903-1123. Weight Watchers Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. weigh-in, Sisters Community Church. 541-602-2654.

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Sisters Parent Teacher Community 2nd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Sisters Saloon. 541-480-5994.

Black Butte School Board of Directors 2nd Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Black Butte School. 541-595-6203.

Sisters Parkinson’s Support Group 2nd Tuesday, 2 p.m., The Lodge. 541-668-6599.

Sisters Christian Academy Board of Directors Monthly on a Friday. Call 541-549-4133 for date & time.

Sisters Red Hats 1st Friday. Location information: 541-279-1977. Sisters Rotary 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 5:30 p.m., Takoda’s. 541-760-5645.

Sisters School District Board of Directors One Wed. monthly, SSD Admin Bldg. See schedule online at www.ssd6.org. 541-549-8521 x5002.

Sisters Speak Life Cancer Support Group 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 1 p.m. Suttle Tea. 503-819-1723.

Sisters Middle School Parent Collaboration Team 1st Tuesday, 2 p.m., SMS. 541-610-9513.

CITY & PARKS Sisters City Council 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-549-6022. Sisters Park & Recreation District Board of Directors 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m., SPRD bldg. 541-549-2091. Sisters Planning Commission 3rd Thursday, 5:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-549-6022.

FIRE & POLICE Black Butte Ranch Police Dept. Board of Directors Meets monthly. 541-595-2191 for time & date. Black Butte Ranch RFPD Board of Directors 4th Thursday, 9 a.m., Black Butte Ranch Fire Station. 541-595-2288. Cloverdale RFPD Board of Directors 3rd Wed., 7 p.m., 67433 Cloverdale Rd. 541-548-4815. cloverdalefire.com. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Board of Directors 3rd Tuesday, 5 p.m., Sisters Fire Hall, 541-549-0771. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Drills Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Sisters Fire Hall, 301 S. Elm St. 541-549-0771. This listing is for regular Sisters Country meetings; email information to lisa@nuggetnews.com

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School board ponders next year’s calendar By Charlie Kanzig Correspondent

Next year’s school calendar has school ending June 24. That’s too late for some, and the school board took on the topic at its March 4 meeting. Board Chair Jay Wilkins was absent, leaving Don Hedrick to direct the meeting. Fifth-grade teacher Tiffany Tisdel was the lone participant in the community comment section of the meeting and brought up the topic that would be roundly discussed later in the meeting. She expressed concerns about the school calendar as proposed to the board which included a start after Labor Day (September 9) and a finish date of June 24, suggesting that the board consider a preLabor Day start (September 1) in order to end the school year a bit earlier. The thrust of her position is that the combination of starting so late and keeping a two-week spring break pushes the school year very late into June, which has proven to be a challenge educationally. You get a lot more bang for your buck in the classroom in September than in late June, she said. Tisdel described herself as speaking as a teacher, parent, and coach. Alison Haney, middle school principal, later reported on the initial recommendations of the school calendar committee. She explained the process of the group and work, including surveying school staff and school families, in order to arrive at the recommendation. The plan keeps the long-standing two-week spring break (which Sisters is the only public district in Oregon to do) and included three days (rather than all five) the week of Thanksgiving. It was noted that Labor Day is as late as it can be in

2020, which has had ramifications in the discussion. One of the data points Haney shared included that 52 percent of families voted to do away with the two-week spring break. It was noted that the extra week is a child-care burden for some families. Additionally, questions arose about whether the survey clearly spelled out the full picture of starting and ending dates.

52 percent of families voted to do away with the two-week spring break. It was noted that the extra week is a child-care burden for some families. Referring back to Tisdel’s testimony, the board engaged in 20 minutes of discussion. Hedrick ultimately asked for a motion to approve the calendar as presented. Board member David Thorsett asked for an amendment to the motion to approve it with the change of starting September 1. Neither passed, leaving the board agreeing to spend some more time on the issue and have a final vote at the April meeting. Reports from administrators included elementary Principal Joan Warburg sharing information about a grant she is submitting on behalf of the District that could increase funding for pre-school in Sisters, which is neither state-mandated nor funded. However, Student Success Act money is available through grants that would support what is known as the Pre-School Promise. Warburg related that when she asked a group of Latino families from the Sisters

School District what would support them the most, she was surprised the response was access to pre-school. While the grant wouldn’t include funding to serve every single pre-schooler in the Sisters District, it would provide support for those who might otherwise not be able to afford or access pre-school. Research is clear that early childhood education such as pre-school improves readiness for kindergarten and first grade, she said. Warburg said that her kindergarten teachers see a noticeable benefit for students who had the opportunity to attend pre-school. Currently pre-school is provided in Sisters on a limited basis through Sisters Park & Recreation District in cooperation with the Sisters School District. If Sisters is awarded the grant, it would cover staffing and other needs to allow up to 18 student slots for qualified families for preschool beginning in the fall of 2020. Joe Hosang, high school principal, introduced the board to the Sources of Strength program which is being implemented at both the middle school and high school with a goal of building resilience and bolstering support for students. About 60 students were trained earlier in the school year to learn more about peer-to-peer support that can help students recognize and enhance their support systems. Motivation for investing in the Sources of Strength (SOS) program stemmed from a community group that formed in response to suicides by graduates of Sisters High School in their early twenties. It’s not a suicide prevention program per se, said Hosang, but anything we can do to increase our students’ and graduates’ access to

people who are supportive is a plus. Students and staff, and ultimately parents, will become familiar with the Sources of Strength wheel, which helps people identify what support they have, including access to medical care, mental health, family support, peer support (positive friends), mentors, healthy activities, spiritual support, and generosity of others. Superintendent Curt Scholl reported that enrollment has held largely steady at 1,190, down just seven students since January and likely to swing up again before next year. Overall the enrollment is up by 19 students over last year. Scholl gave a brief overview of how the Student

Investment Account (SIA) monies will be prioritized for the future. (The SIA refers to the funding provided by the Student Success Act (SSA), which was approved last year by the Oregon Legislature to give school districts extra funding to better support students, including by increasing the graduation rates in Oregon.) More focused information about the priorities will be known in the upcoming weeks, but generally include added support for special education, English language learners, social and emotional learning and intervention, staff training, and increased staffing. The next school board meeting is set for after spring break on Wednesday, April 8.

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Outlaws lacrosse will field varsity and JV squads this year By Rongi Yost Correspondent

The Outlaws lacrosse program had a very high number of boys turn out for the sport this season — more than they’ve seen in four years, which means that for the first time in several years they will be able to field both a varsity and JV squad. Most players are freshmen and sophomores, which bodes well for the future, but will most likely present some challenges when they match up against more experienced teams. The junior and senior returnees are small in number, but they will have a huge impact on the Outlaws’ game. Their experience and leadership will be instrumental to the success of the young squad. The team’s two teamselected captains are senior Anthony Randolph and junior Titan Kroytz. Anthony will return as the Outlaws starting goalie, and coaches expect his ability and skill in the goal will keep the opponents’ scores down. Titan will anchor the Outlaws’ long pole defensive crew, and Coach Paul Patton said that his tactical understanding of the game will help immensely. Junior Connor Martin was chosen as a captain by the coaches due to his dedication to improve his game in the off-season. Connor will be a positive influence on both the midfield unit and the attack end of the field. Sophomore Oscar Rhett showed great commitment in the off-season and will be a leader on the defensive end. Patton stated that Oscar is not only a strong player, but also does a really good job of helping and teaching other players. Gaven Henry (sophomore) will help the team from the attack position.

Other players that are expected to make major contributions at the varsity level are junior Nathaniel Alvarez, and sophomores Austin Ekern and Ricky Huffman. Nathaniel, who will play defense, is new to the game, but he’s been working on his skills all winter and his soccer background will give him a good feel for lacrosse. Austin will bring great intensity to the defensive unit, and coaches are expecting him to be a big part of the Outlaws’ success. Ricky was new to the game last year, but picked it up quickly, and his athleticism and hustle will make him a key player on the team from the midfield position. Junior Judah Keeton and sophomore Elijah Johnson will see a lot of action on the field, and hopes are they will score a lot of goals on attack. Wyatt Maffey (sophomore) missed the end of what was promising to be a great season last year due to a wrist injury. The team is excited to have Wyatt back and expect great things from him as a midfielder. “Wyatt is one of our best defensive middies, which is huge, and he can make plays on offense as well,” said Patton. Max (sophomore) is another returning player who is expected to be a big contributor. Patton told The Nugget that Max is willing to do whatever the team needs for them to be better as a cohesive unit. Max will see action from the midfield position. Evan Palmer (midfield) is one of the team’s two seniors, and the Outlaws are counting on him to be both a playmaker and a leader. Evan missed significant time in previous seasons due to injury and illness, and the team is hoping he’ll be with them the entire season this year.

Tanner Pease (sophomore) is back for his second season and will fill the critical role of face-off guy for the team, and coaches are expecting great things from him at that spot. Mathew Retherford is another member of the strong sophomore group who promises to be a key member of the defensive squad. Mason Sellers was great last year as a freshman midfielder and is expected to be that and more this year. New to the high school program this year are: junior Vicente Rebolledo (midfield); sophomores Sean Alvarez (midfield), Ryun Ford (midfield), Jamen Schwartz (midfield), and Riley Sellers (midfield). The freshmen that have joined the crew have played a lot of lacrosse, which gives them good skills coming into the program. They include: Jason Blake (goalie), Clayton Craig (defense), Boas Harris

(midfield), Clayton Heuberger and Cole Jervis, whose positions are yet to be determined, Ryan Kissinger (defense), Hayden Kunz (midfield), Adam Maddox-Castle (midfield/attack), Gus Patton (midfield), Dexter Payne (attack), and Henry Rard (defense). Gus Patton and Hayden Kunz were selected by the other freshmen to be a part of the team’s leadership committee, and Coach Patton told The Nugget he is sure they’ll do great in that role. “All of these young men are good athletes and will

Overall, this is a really promising and fun bunch of young men to work with. — Paul Patton

pick up the game quickly, and we’re already seeing signs that they’re going to help us for sure,” said Patton. “Overall, this is a really promising and fun bunch of young men to work with,” added Patton. “Myself and the other coaches are emphasizing building a positive culture that allows these young men to learn and thrive, while playing the wonderful sport of lacrosse.” Patton made special note of Doug Hull, who he stated is like a co-head coach due to the amount of time and effort that he puts in for all the lacrosse athletes. Lee Kissinger is also a part of the coaching staff. Kissinger coached at the middle school for years, and Patton and Hull are excited to have him with them coaching at the high school level. The first varsity game of the season will be at home against West Salem on Thursday, March 19.

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Track and field season is underway at Sisters High School By Charlie Kanzig Correspondent

For Sisters High School head track and field Coach J e ff L a r s o n , t h e s e a son has already checked off some successes. The track is clear of snow: Check. The coaching staff is very experienced: Check. Nearly 50 kids are registered for the team, including some top state placers and enthusiastic newcomers: Check. Larson believes he may have the most balanced boys team of his eight-year history with the team, which is what it takes to pull points in when it comes to championshiplevel meets. The girls team includes depth in certain areas, but the jury is still out overall since new members of the team are still largely unknown entities until the competitive season begins. Larson highlighted the team’s known strengths, starting with the distance runners, where Sisters has a long tradition of achievement. “Lots to be happy about here,” he said. “We have a large distance contingent made up of wonderfully dedicated kids, many of whom faithfully worked out all winter in preparation for track season.” On the girls side, senior Kate Bowen, who placed in both the 1,500 and 3,000 at state last year, and 800-meterstate-qualifier Emma

Singleton return. In addition the team welcomes freshman Ella Thorsett, who won the individual state title in crosscountry in November. The boys distance team is led by juniors John Peckham, the 2019 state champion in cross-country, and Will Thorsett, who placed third behind Peckham. As sophomores, both boys qualified for state in track in the 3,000 meters. Other distance runners likely to pull in varsity points from the distance team include Ethan Hosang, Sam May, Josh Liddell and Vicente Rebolledo. Josh Nordell and Sarah Thorsett coach the distance crew. A pleasant surprise for Larson is the contingent of throwers (javelin, discus, shotput) out for the team. “The 2020 roster has the most throwers in my eight years with the program,” he said. “These boys and girls are unafraid of hard work and eagerly accept coaching. Leading the contingent on the boys side is Hudson Jones, who has a great chance of

qualifying for the state meet this year. “The girls leader is sophomore Lexie Miller, who is explosive and versatile enough to also run hurdles and high jump,” he said. Dr. Eden Miller, Lexie’s mother, who has assisted the team for many years, serves as the main coach for the throwing events.

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he has been on the state meet podium in the past. He is a great leader for our team.” With a best of 20 feet 8 inches as a sophomore, Hayden Sharp also has state experience in the jumps, according to Larson. For the girls, senior Samantha Silva returns after an eighth-place finish in the long jump at state last season. She is also a successful triple jumper. Larson’s daughter Shelby Larson returns as one of the state’s top returning pole vaulters following her thirdplace finish last year at state. Sophomore Hollie Lewis qualified for state last year in the high jump and owns a best mark of 5 feet even. Jim Anderson and Ross Kennedy will share coaching duties in the jumping events. In the sprinting events, Larson knows he has one of the best one-two punches in the state with juniors Brody Anderson and Sharp. Anderson won the 400 meters at last year’s state meet in a

time of 50.45. Sharp placed fourth in the event in 51.53. “The 400 is their specialty, but they can obviously compete at any sprint distance,” said Larson. “Anderson has faithfully worked in the offseason to expand his repertoire, and Sharp is planning to add the hurdles to help the team find more ways to score points.” Caitlin Schwab, a fouryear team member, leads the girls sprint corps and Hollie Lewis is the returning 300meter hurdle specialist for the team. The Outlaws compete once before spring break when the team travels to Prineville for the Breaking the Ice meet on Thursday, March 19 where they will compete against Crook County, Baker, Burns, Condon, Wheeler, Gilchrist, Ione, North Lake, and Culver. “This meet will give us a chance to check our training and get into the rhythm of a multi-team meet,” said Larson.

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Girls tennis gets large turnout By Rongi Yost Correspondent

The Lady Outlaws tennis program had 25 girls come out for the sport this season, which will allow the program to field both a varsity and JV team. Returning to the varsity squad are seniors Hannah E z e l l , E m m a H o r n e r, Rheanna Salisbury, Ramsey Schar, Hallie Schwartz, Holly Werts; juniors Lauren Fitzke, Ellie Rush, and Sophie Silva; and sophomore Chloe Winter. All these young ladies earned varsity letters last year. Coaches are excited about the new talent that joined the team including seniors Quin Crowe, Allison Mansfield, Emma Maxwell, Mattie Mynatt, and Gracen S undstrom; junior Maliah Mandal; sophomores Jenna Kizziar and Madison Pollard; and freshmen Elana M ansfield, Ellie Mayes, M organ Monrean, Josie Patton, Hadley Schar, Olivia Newton, and Catalina Chapman. All these young athletes are currently involved in intersquad competition and are vying for the 12 varsity positions. At this time it has not been decided who will be playing at the singles and doubles spots. Coach Alan Von Stein told The Nugget that all of the girls are enthusiastic and have very positive attitudes. He also noted that for many of the girls it is the first time they have picked up a tennis racket. Darci Fitzke and Rebecca Von Stein are helping out as assistant coaches and are working to develop a robust junior varsity schedule, which will allow playing time and skill-set improvement for the non-varsity talent. Von Stein said, “We are excited to help these young athletes develop a passion for the life-long sport of tennis.” The girls tennis squad will swing into action with a match at Ridgeview on Monday, March 16.

Students to celebrate the arts at high school By Chloe Gold Correspondent

Sisters High School will host the annual ARTifacts Night on Thursday, March 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. While this is the 23rd art benefit being held for Sisters High School, this year’s ARTifacts Night is only the third annual interactive art benefit of its kind. Sisters High School’s annual art benefit began 23 years ago, under the name “Coffee House” and was started by Mike Baynes, who was the art teacher at the high school through 2010. While the art benefit’s name has been changed to “ARTifacts” and is now an interactive exhibit, its purpose is still the same — to showcase the high school’s visual arts, as well as its musical art. This year ’s ARTifacts Night will feature a variety of interactive stations, including potters’ wheels, painting, henna, shrink film

accessories, and much more. Art students will be selling hand printed T-shirts as they did at last year’s ARTifacts, but with the addition of a tiedye option. ARTifacts isn’t just interactive exhibits; there will also be cupcakes made by the culinary class, guitars on show built by the luthier classes, and student art on display, including the senior art portfolios. The choir, band, and Americana Project classes will be providing the background music for the evening. ARTifacts Night is held in the commons of Sisters High School, and has an entrance fee of $5 per person, or $20 per family. There will also be a silent auction during ARTifacts night this year, and its proceeds, as well as those from entrance fees, will go to the Visual Arts Program, the Visual Arts Senior Scholarship, and set design for the next musical the high school will put on in the fall of 2021.

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Stars over Sisters By Christopher Lundgren and Jackson Parkins Correspondents

At 8:50 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, the sun will lie directly above the equator and the spring season will officially begin smiling upon Sisters and all of the Northern Hemisphere. Here on the ground, it can be easy to overlook the astronomical clockwork responsible for the change in season, and how it affects our perception of the space around us. However, the motion of our fragile planet whirling through space allows for the way we see the night sky to be constantly changing. In addition to the promise of warmer weather, the arrival of the new season will bring us a fresh perspective of the heavens, and a reminder of the enormity and beauty of the universe we inhabit. Ascending into the northeastern sky during March evenings is one of the most easily recognized springtime stellar groupings in the northern celestial sphere. It is, of course, the Big Dipper, which is part of the constellation of Ursa Major, a

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Regulations require operator licenses for owners of short-term rental properties and a business license for each unit. Operator licenses for new STRs after the ordinances took effect do not transfer with the property when it sells. There is also a 250-foot spacing requirement between STR units. The spacing requirement in particular has rendered some properties in Sisters unable to be used as an STR. “We’ve turned away, I would say, five or six dozen,” Davenport told the council. “At some point, we just lost count.” The real number of potential units that were found to be ineligible is hard to pin down, however, because there are often multiple inquiries regarding a single property when it goes up for sale, Davenport reported. Councilor Nancy Connolly noted that the Council had a goal of keeping the number of STRs at or below 10 percent of Sisters’ overall housing stock. As of this month, numbers are well below that threshold. Davenport also reported that, in 2019, STRs generated $113,932 in room-tax revenues.

Latin name meaning “the great bear.” The satisfaction that comes from finding the stars that define the outline of the bear can often be enhanced by exploring some of the many tales invented to explain why we should see this shape. One such story comes from the ancient Greeks. In the legend, Zeus, king of the gods, has a son, named Arcas, with the beautiful nymph Callisto as a result of one of his many affairs. Hera, the wife of Zeus, is understandably annoyed by this, and, naturally, turns his lover into a bear, to work out some of that anger. Callisto wanders the forest for years, and one day crosses paths with her son, now a grown young man, while he is hunting. But Arcas doesn’t recognize her (probably because she is now a bear), and prepares to attack, out of fear. Zeus sees all of this from Olympus and does not want his son to kill Callisto. The king of the gods probably thinks that the situation is already complicated enough, without his illegitimate son unknowingly murdering his own mother. Acting quickly, he causes

a great wind to carry them up to the sky where they are now protected as constellations: Callisto as Ursa Major, and her son, Arcas, as Boötes, the Herdsman. There is a plethora of magnificent deep sky objects that lie within the borders of Ursa Major, most of them galaxies. One of the more photogenic of these is M101, a gorgeous face-on galaxy with well-developed arms that spiral outward from its central region. Sometimes referred to as the Pinwheel Galaxy, this object is located at a distance of about 21-million light-years. Spring is the best time of the year to look for a faint glow on the western horizon once dusk has passed. It is known as the zodiacal light and is caused by sunlight reflected by dust particles and rocky debris that orbit in the inner solar system. Now is the ideal time of the year to see the zodiacal light because the ecliptic — the path of the sun, moon and planets across the sky — is highly inclined to the western horizon in the evening. Autumn is also a good time to see the zodiacal light, only this time appearing just before dawn on the

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stopped, the potato slowly returned to its place as the staple food in the Irish diet. In the early part of the 21st century the Irish were consuming more potatoes than most countries in the world. Without the potato, there would be no colcannon, no Irish stew and no shepherd’s pie. Colcannon is a festival favorite, and it’s also on the dinner table for every

Sunday’s roast. If you’re looking for something truly traditional this St. Patrick’s Day, try this delectable Irish peasant dish. Made with potatoes, ham (Ireland’s bacon) chopped cabbage or kale and scallions, colcannon combines all the deliciousness of a buttery mash with some of Ireland’s

staple vegetables. The word colcannon is from the Gaelic “cal ceannann,” which means “whiteheaded cabbage.”

Colcannon This traditional favorite is prepared in Ireland with local seasonal foods without complicated cooking methods or exotic ingredients. It’s pure comfort food. 3 pounds of potatoes, scrubbed (red-skin potatoes work well) 2 sticks of butter 1-1/4 cups hot milk 1 head of cabbage, cored and finely shredded

Freshly ground pepper 1 pound ham or bacon, cooked 4 scallions, finely chopped Chopped parsley leaves

Steam the potatoes in their skins for 30 minutes (it adds flavor) then peel. Mash thoroughly to remove lumps. Add 1 stick of butter. Slowly stir in hot milk. Season with some of the black pepper. Boil the cabbage in unsalted water until it turns darker. Add two tablespoons of butter (it helps soften the cabbage). Cover with a lid for 2 minutes. Drain cabbage thoroughly, and chop into small pieces. Add cabbage, scallions, and ham or bacon to mashed potatoes, stirring them in gently.

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It’s often said that everyone is at least a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Across America, it’s a huge celebration of green beer and a meal of corned beef and cabbage — but that’s not quite as Irish as you might think. Head over to Ireland, and you’ll find parades, festivals, live music, and street carnivals, but you won’t find corned beef on the table — and there won’t be any green beer, either. Next Tuesday, March 17, marks the celebration of the life of St. Patrick, the bishop who brought Christianity to Ireland in the early 400s. An Irish St. Patrick’s Day meal revolves around staple ingredients that have remained part of the Irish tradition for generations. In Ireland, it all starts with the potato. When it comes to food, there are three major periods in Irish history: before the potato arrived, after the potato arrived and after the potato failed. It’s impossible to look at Ireland’s history without reading or hearing about the Potato Famine in the mid19th century. This tragic event changed the country permanently, killing over a million people and leading many millions more to leave Ireland forever. The potato was introduced to Ireland by the late 1500s by Sir Walter Raleigh. Within 200 years it had replaced older staples, including oats and dairy products. The potato became the mainstay of the Irish diet. In the 1840s, the country’s heavy reliance on potatoes led to the Irish Potato Famine. Most Irish farmers grew one variety of potato, which turned out to be highly sensitive to disease. A potato blight that had started in Belgium swept the country.

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Staying healthy while you travel this spring By Susan Waymire, CTC Correspondent

Being sick can put a damper on the best of days. While traveling, being sick can turn a magical dream vacation into a nightmare. What can you do to keep yourself healthy while traveling, and what is available toward prevention of acquiring those nasty viruses or infections? Right now, Coronavirus is making the headlines. While the number of cases is still relatively few in the United States, it is scary. American airline carriers have recently ceased service to China, and the WHO is escalating their warnings. Southeast Asia and the area are also of concern. If it’s not Coronavirus, it’s Norovirus, SARS or the flu. All of these viruses have occasionally crippled the travel industry. Is it enough to cancel those travel arrangements now? It remains to be seen. We are still early in the development of this virus and seeing its impact. While we would all like to predict how this current viral threat plays out, it really depends on you and your own health. Certainly, trip planning to China should be postponed if you don’t have a trip on the books yet. If you have a winter tropical vacation planned, then you may want to consider taking precautions in the airports enroute. If you do have a cruise, tour or airline ticket to China or Asia, you need to check with your travel advisor or supplier. Some are making adjustments to their itineraries. Many travel insurance companies are not offering coverage if you don’t actually have the disease. Yes, it can be financially scary as well. Cancellation based on fear is generally not covered by travel insurance... you must be personally impacted medically. You’ll probably get further with the supplier but you need to follow up with the insurance company, if you purchased travel insurance. Then, what can you do toward prevention? While I am not a health professional, there are some commonsense pieces of advice. The most important is to wash your hands! Airports and airplanes have thousands of people streaming through their environments. Additionally, you may want to toss some hand sanitizer and surface wipes in your carry-on to wipe down your airplane tray and your hands

prior to eating or drinking onboard. Those who have respiratory illnesses or immune disorders may want to consider a hospital face mask in transit. I personally take an immunebooster such as Airborne or something similar prior to flying. Additionally, I pack along Zicam or an equivalent should I feel symptomatic. Do they work? I can’t say for sure but I feel they can’t hurt. For those of you who follow my articles, you know I travel to unique destinations. The sickest I got last year was after my conference in Las Vegas. Someone mentioned that Norovirus was prevalent there during that time. I’ve traveled to Egypt, Italy and remote Canada within the year with no problem. Las Vegas bit me. Many conference attendees mean many germs. So… extra precautions if you’re traveling on business. On my remote trips I pack along a first aid kit filled with essentials. I pack aspirin or ibuprofen, Imodium,

stomach aid, cold medication, nasal spray, antibiotic, Neosporin, as well as blister aid, band aids, tapes and compresses. With my kit, I carry my own medications as well. I know my vulnerabilities. What’s in your personal first aid kit? It depends on your trip and you. If you’re on a trek you’ll want more than a sightseeing trip as pharmacies and medical attention will generally not be available. If you are personally susceptible to infections you may want to ask your doctor for some backup medication to get you by until you get home. All of these items are packed along in my carry-on luggage. Then we have the issue of vaccines. Where are you traveling? First, you should contact your own healthcare provider to see if they have recommendations for you. If you are looking at a remote tropical destination, you’ll want to consider a yellow fever booster or antimalarials. Hepatitis A, B and C should be considered in Africa and other developing

countries. In India you’ll want to look at additional typhoid prevention. My favorite go-to (short of my own healthcare provider) is Passport Health. They have nurses on-site that will give you treatments. If your own provider doesn’t have the vaccine it’s worth checking with Passport Health. They will sit down with you and look at your destination then provide advice. It’s your choice from there. From Sisters, you will need to travel to Portland for an appointment. I’ve traveled enough and seen the inside of overseas medical clinics. I can say that in most cases, I would

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Sisters Habitat for H u m a n i t y a n d L o w e ’s Warehouse in Redmond partnered to celebrate women building affordable homes in Sisters. Through International Women Build Week, Habitat and Lowe’s unite women around the world to bring awareness to the need of affordable housing. Women gather, learn skills, build and repair homes all over the world. Nine women from the Lowe’s store came to help construct homes in various stages of building in the Village Meadows

12th grade — 4.0: Maddison Anderson, Joelle Asson, Lydia Bartlett, Osmond Bates, Karenna Bowen, Drew Collins-Burke, Logan Dean, Lola Green, Mitchell Griffin, Olivia Hougham, Evan Martinez, Delsie McCrystal, Samuel Nicklous, Charmayne Owens, Toma Prichard, Natasha Randolph, Daniel Schmidt, Samantha Silva, Gracen Sundstrom, Samuel Thorsett, Katerina Wearn, Holly Werts, 3.8 and above: B r i a n n a B a c h m e i e r, Maren Calavan, Connor Crowe, Quinlan Crowe, Amanda Ehrlich, Taylor Fendall, Chloe Gold, Garrett Kersavage, Kahlil Shockley 3.5 and above: Josie Aylor, George Chladek, Emma Farley, Victoria Franklin, Aspen Geisen, Allison Mansfield, Bryanna Marlatt, Hailey Mosca, Rheanna Salisbury, Ramsey Schar, Caitlin Schwab, Hallie Schwartz, Cole Seymour, Gavin Todd, Dylan Vantress. 11th-grade — 4.0: Rachelle Dale, Shylo Gustine, Ethan Hosang, Robert Jones, Sarah Kissinger, Shelby Larson, Sarah Leonard, Maliah

subdivision. Together with regular Sisters Habitat volunteers, these women helped side a home designated to the Neal family and build heat pump enclosures for the Palmer’s and Likens’ homes. When asked about their experience and what they learned, Jessica Porter replied, “I learned that I can’t wait to get involved in carpentry and volunteer again!” Sisters Habitat for Humanity will host their regular annual Women Build Week May 5 to 9. More information will be available soon.

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Sisters Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s Warehouse in Redmond partnered to bring work crews to Habitat projects in the Village Meadows subdivision last week.

Mandal, Sam May, Mary Root, Ellie Rush, Tatum Sitz, Maxwell Springer, William Thorsett, Skylar Wilkins. 3.8 and above: La la Debari, Pearl Gregg, Claire Landon, Felix Leahey, Connor Linn, Sahara Lucas, Joshua Marion, Jack Ogan, Jackson Parkins, Mia Pilarski, Madeline Powell, Adam Rollins, Katherine Springer, Emilie Turpen, Garrett Vohs, Cameron Wessel, Hayden Young. 3.5 and above: Arden Crosier, Faith Godfrey-Hougham, Adam Harper, Hudson Jones, Christopher Lundgren, Connor Martin, Anna Mensing, John Peckham, Simon Rhett, Ceasar Rodriguez, Gillian Roshak, Samantha Ryan, Sophia Silva, Natalie Sitz, Kolby Tschantz, Nathan Weber. 10th-grade — 4.0: Piper Adelt, Greta Davis, Chase Frankl, Gaven Henry, Jenna Kizziar, Bailey Knirk, Rachel Lilley, Ravenna Miller, Olivia Rychard, Chloe Wessel, Sydney Wilkins, Lydia Yoder, Peter Yoder. 3.8 and above: C a m b r i a n L e a v e r, Brooklyn Liddell, Sage Rullman, Sasha Stolasz.

3.5 and above: Conner Bell, Gavin Christian, Ilya Goheen, Reese Harwell, Teegan Hass, Marieke Jeffrey, Hollie Lewis, Emma Lutz, Wyatt Maffey, Alexandra Miller, Colin Palmer, Haley Sannes, Andrew Scholl, Sadie Sharp, Emma Singleton. 9th-grade — 4.0: Analise Backus, Sean Freed, Danny Jones, Anna Landon, Sydney Linn, Hannah Lord, Zoey Lorusso, Elana Mansfield, Taine Martin, Lizzie McCrystal, Olivia Newton, Soren Smith, Sage Wyland. 3.8 and above: Annie Cohen, Hannah Fendall, Allison Ilmberger, Daisy Montecinos, Josie Patton, Matthew Riehle, A d r i e n e S t e ff e n , E l l a Thorsett. 3.5 and above: Chatila Abbas, Catalina Chapman, Tatum Cramer, Brody Duey, Jessica Dunn, Chloe Frazee, Makenzie French, Faith Gulick, Castle Maddox, Ellie Mayes, Ashlynn Moffat, Zenas Ortega, Cooper Parkins, Hageman Payne, Vanessa Robles, Hayden Roth, Hadley Schar, Isabelle Schutte.

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A N N O U N C E M E N T S Let’s Do Lunch!

Free hot lunch and community gathering for all ages on Wednesday, March 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sisters Community Church. Social time starts at 11, lunch will be served from noon to 1:30, with games or speakers afterward. All are welcome! Call 503-703-7870 for more information.

International Folk Dance Performance

Discover and celebrate cultural traditions through folk dance and music presented by the International Folk Dance Ensemble on Wednesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at Sisters High School. This 90-minute show will include dances and music from around the world. Advance tickets are $12, $15 at the door. Purchase tickets at www.tinyurl.com/ w2vnp7m. Contact Mel Petterson, 541-948-9722 for more info.

Sisters Community Garden

The Sisters Community Garden has raised bed garden plots available for the 2020 gardening season. Application materials and information are available on the garden’s website, SistersCommunityGarden.org. For additional information, call 503313-3076.

Sisters Garden Club

The next meeting of the Sisters Garden Club is at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14 at Sisters City Hall. Jim Anderson will present “Bird, Bat & Butterfly Houses.” All are welcome! For more information call 971-246-0404 or go to sistersgardenclub.com.

Antiques & Jewelry Donations Needed

Sisters Kiwanis takes donations of antiques, collectibles and jewelry throughout the year for its annual Antiques, Collections & Jewelry Sale, held on Saturday every Memorial Day weekend. Your donation is tax-deductible! New jewelry donation drop-off box at Washington Federal Bank in Sisters. For more information and to arrange for pickup of large or small items, please call Pam at 541-719-1049.

Support for Caregivers

A free support group for those who provide care in any capacity meets at The Lodge in Sisters at 10:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month. Call 541-771-3258 for additional information.

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Wednesday, March 11 Let’s Do Lunch! 11 a.m. at Sisters Community Church Wednesday, March 11 Folk Dance Performance 7 p.m. at Sisters High School Saturday, March 14 Sisters Garden Club 9:30 a.m. at Sisters City Hall Saturday, March 14 Spring Equinox Cleanup 2 p.m. at Sisters Community Labyrinth Sunday, March 15 Popcorn & Politics 5 p.m. at Sisters Library Monday, March 16 Let’s Talk, Sisters! 5:45 p.m. at Paulina Springs Books Monday, March 16 Go Fish Group 7 p.m. at Sisters Community Church

Taize Contemplative Service

Gather at the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration on Wednesday, March 18 from 7 to 8 p.m. for an evening of song and contemplation. Taize prayer is meditative service that brings people together in a wonderful blend of song and silence. The short chants sung over and over allow one to enter into a beautiful experience of peace and healing. The music comes from the contemplative community of Taize, France, founded by Brother Roger in the 1940s. Questions? Contact Carol-Joy Brendlinger caroljoyhome@gmail.com

Popcorn & Politics

Join Indivisible Sisters & Redmond to watch the 11th Democratic presidential debate. on Sunday, March 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Sisters Public Library. For more info: 541-400-8312

Thich Nhat Hahn Sangha Meditation Group

Weekly on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at 737 E. Black Butte Ave. For more information please email Kathyn at Katindahood2@gmail.com.

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Enjoy an hour of clipping shrubs and tidying up with Friends of the Labyrinth. Help get a lovely plot of public land ready for the equinox gathering! Bring work gloves, garden shears, rakes, and water to drink. Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. at Sisters Community Labyrinth in East Portal Park (Hood Ave & Hwy 242 between Les Schwab and BiMart). Questions? Call Jan at 503-709-1148.

The Sisters High Desert Chorale will begin practice for its spring concerts on Monday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Church of the Transfiguration on Brooks Camp Road. Singers of all ages and abilities are welcome to our community choir. No auditions required. The Chorale meets every Monday night at 6:30 until our spring concerts. For more info contact Connie, 541-588-0362.

Discover Your Forest

City of Sisters Seeks Budget Committee Members

Discover Your Forest, in partnership with the Deschutes National Forest, is hosting a Volunteer Information Night on Wednesday, March 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Members of the public will be introduced to a wide variety of upcoming opportunities to support public lands throughout Central Oregon during spring and summer of 2020. The meeting will be held at the Deschutes National Forest headquarters: 63095 Deschutes Market Road in Bend. For more information and to RSVP for the event, contact Stacey Cochran, at 541-383-5530 or stacey.cochran@ discovernw.org.

Go Fish Group

The Go Fish Group will meet on Monday, March 16 at 7 p.m. at Sisters Community Church. The speaker will be Doug Pendleton, the owner of Northwest FlyFishing Academy. His presentation will be “Celebrating the Natural World Through Fly-Fishing.” Doug has been fly-fishing since his dad taught him at the age of three. He has a degree in marine biology, has spent years as an eco-adventure tour operator in Hawaii, and is now a guide and instructor. For more info call 541-771-2211

Let’s Talk Examines Balancing Old, New

Citizens4Community invites all area residents to Let’s Talk, Sisters! — a facilitated discussion series where attendees learn about local topics of interest and exchange viewpoints in a lively but respectful setting. Talks run 5:45 to 8 p.m. every 3rd Monday at Paulina Springs Books. On March 16, we’ll discuss: “How Can We Maintain Community Authenticity While Embracing Change?” Let’s Talk is free, but seats are limited. To reserve your seat, RSVP to citizens4community@ gmail.com. Read more at Citizens4Community.com/events.

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Chapel in the Pines Camp Sherman • 541-549-9971 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Sisters Church of the Nazarene 67130 Harrington Loop Road • 541-389-8960 | sistersnaz.org 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship | 2sistersnaz@gmail.com Westside Sisters 442 Trinity Way • 541-549-4184 | westsidesisters.org 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 6 p.m. Worship the 3rd Tuesday of each month Vast Church (Nondenominational) 1700 W. McKinney Butte (Sisters High School) • 541-719-0587 9:37 a.m. Sunday Worship | vastchurch.com Seventh-Day Adventist Church 386 N. Fir Street • 541-595-6770, 541-306-8303 11 a.m. Saturday Worship The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 452 Trinity Way • Branch President, 541-420-5670; 10 a.m. Sunday Sacrament Meeting Baha’i Faith Meetings Devotional Gatherings, Study Classes and Discussion Groups. Call for location and times • 541-549-6586

The City of Sisters is accepting applications for three “in-city” volunteers to serve on the Budget Committee. The appointment is for a 3-year term that will begin in May, 2020. The Budget Committee meets each spring to review the budget proposed by the city manager. The City encourages interested parties to apply for the opening by completing an application by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 20. Applications are available at Sisters City Hall, 520 E. Cascade Avenue, or visit the City’s website at www.ci.sisters.or.us. Please send applications and resumes to the following address: Joe O’Neill, Finance Officer, P.O. Box 39, Sisters, OR 97759. For additional information please contact: Joe O’Neill at joneill@ci.sisters.or.us.

Food for Kids

From March 9 to 18, Sisters Girl Scouts will be collecting kidfriendly non-perishable food to help Sisters families in need through the Kiwanis Food Bank. Drop-boxes are located at Sisters Elementary School. Call 541-5498981 for more information.

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ART-i-facts Interactive Art Experience

Sisters Country is invited to attend the 23rd annual celebration of the arts at Sisters High School! Bring the whole family to participate and interact with the students and community at our hands-on art stations. Activities include student-printed T-shirts, collaborative art stations, silent auction, a take-away prize for “filling your passport” by visiting all stations, and more! Live entertainment from SHS music programs and refreshments. Thursday, March 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at SHS Commons. $5 per person, $20 family price. Call 541-549-4045 for more info.

Career Funds Available

Applications are available for the Sisters Kiwanis Career Opportunity Fund to help adult residents of Sisters establish an occupational path. Pick up forms at the Kiwanis House, corner of Oak and Main, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, and during regular hours from the Sisters Habitat for Humanity office. For more information, call 541-410-2870.

Free Spay & Neuter

It’s as easy as 1-2-3. Stop by the Furry Friends Foundation (FFF) office to fill out a simple form, call to make your appointment at Bend Spay & Neuter, transport your pet. FFF also sponsors vaccinations. Located in the Sisters Art Works building, 204 W. Adams Ave., Suite 109. For information and hours call 541797-4023.

Sisters Library Coming events

Family Fun Story Time

Family Fun Story Time for kids ages birth through 5 takes place at the Sisters Library on Thursdays, March 12, 19, and 26 from 10:30 to 11 a.m., with songs, rhymes and crafts, all designed to grow young readers. Caregivers must attend. Info: 541-617-7078.

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Interactive Storytime (in Spanish) with stories, songs rhymes and crafts. Wednesdays, March 11, 18, and 25 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Sisters Library. Ages birth to 5 years. Call 541-312-1073 for info. Tiempo de Cuentos Interactivo con cuentos, canciones, rimas y manualidades. Edades 0-5. Los Miércoles a las 10:30.

The Electric Future of Cars, Bikes & Transit

Learn about electric vehicles available now and the role they will play in the future on Wednesday, March 11 at noon at Sisters Library. No registration required. Info: 541-312-1063.

The Library Book Club

Read and discuss “Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals” by Michael Pollan with other thoughtful readers at the Sisters Library on Wednesday, March 25, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information call 541-617-7078.

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Three Outlaws in ski championships By Rongi Yost Correspondent

Three Outlaws skiers — Evan Palmer, and Bela and George Chladek — have qualified for the Western States High School Regional Championships at Mammoth Mountain, California, next week. They earned their slots in competition at the 2020 Alpine Ski Race State Championships at Mount Ashland on Thursday and Friday, March 5-6. The exciting event boasted the top four teams from every high school ski league in the state of Oregon competing for the state title. Race conditions were sunny and calm, and the course surfaces were hard and fast. The three boys will travel with their coaches to that competition on Wednesday, March 11, and competition will be Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14. The varsity boys started state competition in the slalom event on Thursday, and due to the hard, fast course conditions almost half of the competitors crashed out on their first run. The Outlaws finished fourth overall for the day. The top three finishers for the Outlaws were George Chladek, Colton Seymour, and Bela Chladek on the first run. In the second run, Evan Palmer, George Chladek and Colton Seymour were the top finishers. Mitchell Griffin skied as a substitute and came

in fifth for the day out of all the subs. On Friday, the boys competed in the giant slalom event. The weather was much colder, and at times heavy fog caused visibility to be a bit difficult. Bela Chladek, Evan Palmer, and George Chladek were the top finishers in run one, and in run two Evan Palmer, Bela Chladek, and George Chladek were at the top. Corbin Fredland and Seymour logged great supporting runs and displaced racers from other teams further back in the order. Griffin logged the fourth-fastest time out of all the teams’ subs in the Giant Slalom event. The Outlaws did an outstanding job, and after two

days of racing finished third place overall. Coach Gabe Chladek said, “Evan’s (Palmer) second slalom run was very fast and was our highest-scoring run of the event. George (Chladek) and Cole (Seymour) were very consistent through the entire competition and resulted in a solid team score.” On the girls side, the Lady See SKI TEAM on page 22

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MUSEUM: Volunteers will staff Sisters museum Continued from page 1

Volunteers from Three Sisters Historical Society will staff the museum, and when historic walking tours of Sisters resume this summer, they will start at the new museum. Most recently, the Historical Society has been renting an office at Sisters Art Works, and created a pop-up museum with displays of Sisters history in the entry gallery there. An opening date has not yet been determined. Final arrangements are being made with the City of Sisters, and modifications including a handicap-accessible restroom are in the works. “It will be a soft opening,” Leitheiser said. The mission of the Three Sisters Historical Society is to deepen the understanding of past choices, present circumstances, and future possibilities by preserving, sharing and bringing to life the history of the Three Sisters area, and thus strengthening the bonds of the community. In its short, three-year history, the organization has grown to encompass 250 members, 50 volunteers, and 450 Facebook friends. This year there are four Fireside Evenings (previously three per year), and they are assuming responsibility for the annual Book Sale on Quilt Show Saturday. (See

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The new home of the Three Sisters Historical Society. related story, page 15). Last year the historical society took first place for their float in the Sisters Rodeo Parade; had exhibits of historical quilts in the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show and Quilts in the Garden; conducted three historical walking tours; participated in the Farmers Market; and held a local history sharing day. They contracted for videography services; and purchased museum software which will enable the organization to accurately catalog photographs and donated artifacts and books in the reference library. As part of his discussion, guest speaker Ramsey compared local historians and academic historians, saying that there is a need for both. “All history is local,” he said. “I like to look at history through a zoom lens.” Academic historians look at the wide-angle view, while local historians zoom in to a

particular place and time. A good example of local history is the building of railroads in Central Oregon, and academic history shows how the railroads brought about westward expansion. Pursuing local history can be a fun, social endeavor that’s relatively inexpensive, except for your time, Ramsey said. A local museum can be planned and carved out as a place where things happen, and all people, including women and children, are represented, and where natural history can be displayed alongside human history. The latest trend, he said, is the History Pub, an evening celebrating local history in a convivial setting. The next Fireside Evening will be Sunday, April 26 at FivePine Conference Center. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the program will start at 7, featuring author William Sullivan’s talk on “Hiking Oregon’s History.”

Sisters Cheer earned fourth place at the State cheerleading competition on Saturday, February 15th and placed third the following weekend at the OCCA championships. The Outlaws cheer team went up against the best teams in the state at Veterans Memorial Coliseum for the State Cheerleading Competition. The cheerleaders performed their best routine yet, with no deductions from their score for technical violations.

This weekend, the cheer team participated in crowdleading, a sub-category of cheerleading in which the team does a cheer, stunt and tumbling sequence with no dance involved. This is the first time that the Outlaw cheerleaders participated in crowdleading as a competitive event, and they did very well. The Outlaw Cheer team is looking forward to their upcoming season in the 202021 school year and for many newcomers to the team.

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She drew her first horse at the age of five and hasn’t stopped since. Smith said, “I’ll never forget Rodger stopping by my booth last year, complimenting me on my art and taking one of my business cards. But I didn’t give it much thought since a lot of people take my cards and I never hear from them.” Smith was very surprised when Dwight sent her an email with an expressed interest in one of her images that he wanted to use for the 2020 rodeo poster. She added, “After several emails, he sent me a draft of the poster and told me the board had approved my image. I have been elated ever since!” Jeri Buckmann, event coordinator for the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, said she feels very connected to this year’s rodeo poster since the artist was chosen from last year’s Sisters Harvest Faire. “Valerie is an exceptional artist, and the artwork along with the vintage photos made the poster so unique,” she said. “I am very happy for her. Valerie has been a Sisters Harvest Faire vendor for several years, and an opportunity like this is special.” Smith has won awards in various art shows in California, and more recently won best in show at the Deschutes County Fair. She plans to divide her time between riding her horse and capturing the hearts of Oregon horse-lovers through her artwork.

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Book sale will continue on Quilt Show Saturday By Helen Schmidling Correspondent

The Three Sisters Historical Society is now managing the annual book sale that’s been held for many years on the same day as the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show. This year, that’s Saturday, July 11. Proceeds will benefit Three Sisters Historical Society. For many years, the book sale was managed by, and benefitted, the Friends of Sisters Library. In a move that hearkens back to the beginnings of the annual book sale, it’s being held this year at the Maida Bailey Building, which housed the very first Sisters Library. “The book sale was (formerly) held out on the lawn and inside the Maida Bailey Building,” said Zeta Seiple, representing the former Friends of Sisters Library. “It was held here for the first couple of years when I moved here.” The Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, which now

maintains the property, welcomed the idea of holding the annual book sale in the Maida Bailey Building. The Chamber has offered to collect books and store them in the building. Volunteers representing the former Sisters Library Book Corner and the Three Sisters Historical Society will pitch in to collect, catalog, and sell books during the Quilt Show. “We’re taking books of all kinds,” said Lisa Shaddox, the former chair of the Book Corner. “Hardcover fiction and paperbacks, nonfiction, history — all are welcome. Quilting and all kinds of crafting books are also popular with that audience.” As for permission from the City, “the official in charge said we’re good to go to have the Quilt Show Book Sale at the Maida Bailey Building, because we are a nonprofit, we already have a business license. We can have it inside and outside,” said Karen Swank, secretary of the Three Sisters Historical Society. According to a sign on the historic building, “The

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per week. In 1949 an existing office was attached to the library to provide additional shelf space. The building was moved to Spruce Street in 1980. The structure was retired in 1990 upon completion of the present library.” Drop off bags of books at the Sisters Chamber of Commerce, 219 E. Main Ave., weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact Karen Swank at 415-637-7186.

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Sisters Country birds By Douglas Beall Correspondent

The sora (Porzana carolina) is the most common and widely distributed rail in North America. It is sometimes also referred to as the sora rail or sora crake. Although shot in large numbers every year, their hi g h r epr oductive ra te enables them to maintain a stable population. A variety of calls are made, including ker-wee or sor-ee, wheep, and quinkquink-quink. The song is a loud, descending, nasal whinny. Like other rails, it is easily heard in marsh habitat but difficult to see. It takes some patience to find them, and listening is the first step to discovery.

Their greatest threat is the destruction of the freshwater marshes where they breed; they have consequently become scarce in heavily populated areas. Soras have earned several nicknames including Carolina rail, soree, meadow chicken, and ortolan. The name ortolan was probably given to them by hunters keen on eating the small bird, much like the actual ortolan, which is a bunting from Europe that is a delicacy in France, although an illegal one. A group of soras are collectively known as an “ache,” “expression,” and “whinny” of soras. For more sora photos visit www.abird singsbecauseithasasong.com/ recent-journeys.

Obituary Marjorie Pithoud Black Marjorie Pithoud Black, affectionately known as Grandma B, has passed ahead into heaven. Although she will be deeply missed by her family and friends, they are comforted by the knowledge that she is in eternity with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Marjorie was born in John Day on November 17, 1939. She spent her childhood in Enterprise, Oregon. The memories she shared of her childhood in Enterprise were full of fun, family, friends, and hard work. After graduation, she attended Oregon State University on a scholarship. Marjorie had many personal and business adventures throughout her life. All of which she did with enthusiasm and love.

Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Lois Kaping and her husband, Jerry, of Bend; her daughter, Margie Lee and her husband, Clayton, of North Bonneville, Washington; her grandson, Jared Kaping, and his wife, Kelsey, of Bend; and her grandson, Nathan Kaping of Sisters. She is also survived by all of her siblings: Lois Miles of Helena, Montana; John Pithoud and his wife, Darlene, of Enterprise; David Barber and his wife, Cathy, of Maple Valley, Washington; Peggy Lindsey of Georgetown, Texas; and Steve Barber and his wife, Mary, of Camas, Washington. All who knew Marjorie will miss her loving, joyful, inclusive passion for people

and life. She was generous with kindness, friendship and affection. Friends of Margie are invited to attend a celebration of her fantastic life. It will be held on Saturday, May 9, 4 p.m. at Westside Sisters Church, 442 N. Trinity Way, Sisters. A small graveside service will be held this summer in Enterprise.

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process that I started studying criminal justice,” he said. “I just took it one step at a time. Eventually I put all the puzzle pieces together.” The completed puzzle combined his love for the outdoors with another passion: “I’m driven to think like a cop, to work with other cops to protect people and lands,” he said. Starting with the National Park Service, Perl eventually gained permanent status at Grand Canyon National Park. Then he shifted agencies, to the U.S. Forest Service. “It was more independent work being an LEO (law enforcement officer) with the Forest Service, a little more investigative work,” he said. In 2000, Perl accepted an LEO position on the Flathead National Forest in Kalispell, Montana, and then transferred to the Sisters Ranger District in 2003. He attributes the successes he attained here to the relationships he built with other law enforcement personnel and with the community. “It really gets down to cooperation,” he said. “It’s really a team effort.” Perl’s work involved protecting resources and people in an increasingly heavily trafficked forest. He investigated everything from illegal camping and resource damage to wildland fire. The workload has grown heavier and heavier as Sisters has been “discovered.” “It’s high-use,” he said. “It’s almost become high-use year-round.” One of the biggest challenges of the job was simply determining where to put his efforts. “You can’t investigate everything; it just takes so much time,” he said. “So you

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have to prioritize.” And on any given day, an incident could change those priorities. Partnerships and cooperation are key to gaining information and for the safety of an officer who is often working alone in remote areas. Perl always knew that other law enforcement personnel in the area had his back, as he had theirs. “Somebody will come, because of the relationships,” he said. “That’s extremely important from an officersafety standpoint.” In recent years, Perl was increasingly called upon to address illegal camping in the forest around Sisters — often involving homeless people, including families. It was a challenging line to walk, requiring Perl to enforce the law with a high level of compassion and understanding. It was never a simple, straightforward situation to manage, and, again, it required cooperation with local agencies and community members. “You can only manage it, because people have such limitations,” Perl said. “You can’t just move them out.” Perl and his community partners sought to find help for those who could and would take it, to make it possible for them to change their situation. And they had some successes. But the problem persists, without any simple solution. “It’s a growing situation and we’re well-aware of it,” Perl said. “The agency is dealing with it to the best of their ability.” Perl is easing into retirement with no specific plans other than spending time with family. “I’m not making any concrete decisions right now,” he said. It’s a certainty, however, that whatever the future holds, it will involve being out on the public lands Perl has loved and defended for decades.

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ALL advertising in this newspaper is 101 Real Estate subject to the Fair Housing Act Charming A-Frame Cedar which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or Cabin on Big Lake Road. discrimination based on race, color, Willamette National Forest religion, sex, handicap, familial Service Land Lease, quarter mile status or national origin, or an intention to make any such from Hoodoo Ski Area. 600 sq. preference, limitation or discrim- ft. main floor, 270 sq. ft. sleeping ination.” Familial status includes loft. Full kitchen, wood-burning children under the age of 18 living stove, electric lights. Fully with parents or legal custodians, furnished. Cabin updates pregnant women and people securing completed in summer of 2018 custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly with new double-pane windows, accept any advertising for real estate skylight, new outdoor stairs and which is in violation of the law. Our metal fire skirt. Price: $160,000. readers are hereby informed that all 503-358-4421 or dwellings advertised in this vabreen@gmail.com newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of Open house 1-5 p.m. - Sat. & discrimination call HUD toll-free at Sun., March 14-15. 483 N. 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free Village Meadows Rd. telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Call Greg 541-408-3344. CLASSIFIED RATES Sisters Homeland Realty COST: $2 per line for first insertion, $1.50 per line for each additional 102 Commercial Rentals insertion to 9th week, $1 per line 10th week and beyond (identical Prime Downtown Retail Space Call Lori at 541-549-7132 ad/consecutive weeks). Also included in The Nugget online classifieds at no Cold Springs Commercial additional charge. There is a CASCADE STORAGE minimum $5 charge for any (541) 549-1086 • (877) 540-1086 classified. First line = approx. 20-25 581 N. Larch – 7-Day Access characters, each additional line = approx. 25-30 characters. Letters, 5x5 to 12x30 Units Available spaces, numbers and punctuation = 1 5x5 - 8x15 Climate Control Units character. Any ad copy changes will On-site Management be charged at the first-time insertion rate of $2 per line. Standard Ground-floor suite, 290 sq. ft. abbreviations allowed with the 581 N Larch St. Available now, approval of The Nugget classified $375/month. Call 541-549-1086. department. NOTE: Legal notices SNO CAP MINI STORAGE placed in the Public Notice section are charged at the display advertising www.SistersStorage.com rate. LONG-TERM DISCOUNTS! DEADLINE: MONDAY, noon Secure, Automated Facility preceding WED. publication. • • • PLACEMENT & PAYMENT: 541-549-3575 Office, 442 E. Main Ave. Phone, 541-549-9941 or place online at Office Suite on Main Ave. NuggetNews.com. Payment is due 1,170 sq. ft., street frontage with upon placement. VISA & private entrance, reception area, MasterCard accepted. Billing two private offices, file room, available for continuously run classified ads, after prepayment of kitchenette, ADA bathroom. first four (4) weeks and upon $1,400/month. 541-549-0829 approval of account application. CATEGORIES: 101 Real Estate 102 Commercial Rentals 103 Residential Rentals 104 Vacation Rentals 106 Real Estate Wanted 107 Rentals Wanted 200 Business Opportunities 201 For Sale 202 Firewood 203 Recreation Equipment 204 Arts & Antiques 205 Garage & Estate Sales 206 Lost & Found 207 The Holidays 301 Vehicles 302 Recreational Vehicles 401 Horses 402 Livestock 403 Pets 500 Services 501 Computer Services 502 Carpet Upholstery Cleaning 503 Appliance Repair & Refinish 504 Handyman 505 Auto Repair 600 Tree Service & Forestry 601 Construction 602 Plumbing & Electric 603 Excavations & Trucking 604 Heating & Cooling 605 Painting 606 Landscaping & Yard Maint. 701 Domestic Services 702 Sewing 703 Child Care 704 Events & Event Services 801 Classes & Training 802 Help Wanted 803 Work Wanted 901 Wanted 902 Personals 999 Public Notice

House in Sisters 3BD, 2.5 BA, 1,508 sqft., $1,800. Pet ok. See Zillow.com Call 541-549-8425 3-BDRM, 2-BA, 1,676 sf, single-level, 2-car garage 167 Timber Pine Pl, $1,850/mo. NS, pet OK. See pics at rentaroundbend.com Superior Property Management 541-330-8403 BEAUTIFUL HOME IN DOWNTOWN SISTERS 3-BR, 2.5 BA 541-317-1709 PONDEROSA PROPERTIES –Monthly Rentals Available– Call Debbie at 541-549-2002 Full details, 24 hrs./day, go to: PonderosaProperties.com Printed list at 221 S. Ash, Sisters Ponderosa Properties LLC THE NUGGET NEWSPAPER NuggetNews.com 541.549.9941

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~ Sisters Vacation Rentals ~ Private Central OR vac. rentals, Property Management Services 541-977-9898 www.SistersVacation.com CASCADE HOME & VACATION RENTALS Monthly and Vacation Rentals throughout Sisters Country. (541) 549-0792 Property management for second homes. CascadeVacationRentals.net In the Heart of Sisters 3 Vac. Rentals – Quiet 1-2 Bdrm Sleep 2-6, start at $145 per nt. vrbo.com/442970 or /180950 or /337593 • 503-730-0150

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“Support Sisters” MINI STORAGE SHOP LOCAL! Sisters Storage & Rental Habitat THRIFT STORE 506 North Pine Street 211 E. Cascade • 541-549-1740 541-549-9631 Mon.-Sun. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sizes 5x5 to 15x30. 7-day access. Donations: Mon.-Sat. 10 to 4 Computerized security gate. Habitat RESTORE On-site management. 254 W. Adams • 541-549-1621 U-Haul trucks, trailers, moving Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. boxes & supplies. Sun. Noon to 4 p.m. Closed Mon. STORAGE STEEL Donations: Tues.-Sat. 10 to 4 CONTAINERS 202 Firewood FOR RENT OR SALE Delivered to your business or FIREWOOD, dry or green property site Lodgepole, juniper, pine. Call 541-678-3332 Cut & split. Delivery included. eaglecreekfire@yahoo.com Ground-floor suite (1,300 sf), available at 392 E. Main Ave. SISTERS FOREST PRODUCTS $1,300 - Call 541-549-1086. DAVE ELPI – FIREWOOD • SINCE 1976 • STORAGE WITH BENEFITS Doug Fir – Lodgepole – Juniper • 8x20 dry box DRIVE-IN WOOD SALES • Fenced yard RV – 18155 Hwy. 126 East – • In-town, gated, 24-7 SistersForestProducts.com Kris@earthwoodhomes.com Order Online! 541-410-4509 470 sf, well-lit basement work space. $425/mo. 204 Arts & Antiques 148 W. Sisters Park Dr THE JEWEL – 27 YEARS! Kris@earthwoodhomes.com Jewelry Repair • Custom Design gems | 541-549-9388 | gold 103 Residential Rentals www.thejewelonline.com Room for rent, $450 washer/dryer, bathroom 541-598-6909 For rent: 1 BR, 1 BTH, new carpet, electric heat. Water & sewer provided. No pets. $975/mo., plus dep. Call 541-595-6705

205 Garage & Estate Sales Happy Trails Estate Sales! Selling or Downsizing? Locally owned & operated by... Daiya 541-480-2806 Sharie 541-771-1150

ESTATE SALE MARCH 13 - 15, Fri. - Sun. 16575 Jordan Road, Sisters Solid Custom Rosewood dining and bedroom furniture, kitchen small appliances, dishes, cast-iron pots and pans, Thule roof rack storage, 1969 International Harvester truck with Hinikar Professional 8 1/2 ft V snow plow, various tools and yard implements, custom long couches. Questions 503-383-6273 text only

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We Buy, Sell, Consign Quality Cars, Trucks, SUVs & RVs ~ Call Jeff at 541-815-7397 Sisters Car Connection da#3919 SistersCarConnection.com

401 Horses

Certified Weed-Free HAY. Orchard Grass or Alfalfa Hay, Sisters. $275 per ton. Call 541-548-4163 Looking for fenced pasture for two friendly horses. Owner will feed and water. Call or text 541-668-0889.

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PET SITTING Providing professional, reliable care for your dog, cat, horse and home in the city of Sisters and the Camp Polk Rd area. Call to schedule a complimentary consultation! 805-404-0748 Bend Spay & Neuter Project Providing Low-Cost Options for Spay, Neuter and more! Go to BendSnip.org or call 541-617-1010 Three Rivers Humane Society Where love finds a home! See the doggies at 1694 SE McTaggart in Madras • A No-kill Shelter Go to ThreeRiversHS.org or call 541-475-6889

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Black Butte WINDOW CLEANING Commercial & Residential. 18 years experience, references available. Safe, reliable, friendly. Free estimates. 541-241-0426 MOVING TRUCK FOR HIRE –COMPLETE MOVING, LLC– Sisters' Only Local Moving Co.! Two exp. men with 25+ years comm. moving. Refs! ODOT Lic. Class 1-B • Call 541-678-3332 SMALL Engine REPAIR Lawn Mowers, Chainsaws & Trimmers Sisters Rental 506 North Pine Street 541-549-9631 Authorized service center for Stihl, Briggs & Stratton, Honda, Tecumseh • DERI’s HAIR SALON • Call 541-419-1279 BOOKKEEPING SERVICE ~ Olivia Spencer ~ Expert Local Bookkeeping! Phone: (541) 241-4907 www.spencerbookkeeping.com FIFI'S HAULING SERVICE Dump Trailers available! Call 541-419-2204

Mobile Female Licensed Therapeutic Massage Therapist. In home or events. Deep Tissue, Sports, Relaxation, Pregnancy, Myofascial Release, Hospice and More. Call Sasha 503-936-4968 GEORGE’S SEPTIC TANK SERVICE “A Well Maintained Septic System Protects the Environment” 541-549-2871

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SISTERS SATELLITE TV • PHONE • INTERNET Your authorized local dealer for DirecTV, ViaSat HS Internet and more! CCB # 191099 541-318-7000 • 541-306-0729 Technology Problems? I can fix them for you. Solving for business, home & A/V needs. All tech supported. Jason Williams Sisters local • 25 yrs. experience 541-719-8329

502 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

BULLSEYE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING New owner of Circuit Rider Carpet Cleaning Over 30 years experience, specialize in rugs & pet stains. Licensed & Insured – Sisters owned & operated – bullseyecarpetcleaning.net • 541-238-7700 • M & J CARPET CLEANING Carpet, area rug, upholstery & tile cleaning. Senior & Veterans Discounts. Family & locally owned since 1986. 541-549-9090 GORDON’S LAST TOUCH Cleaning Specialists for CARPETS, WINDOWS & UPHOLSTERY Member Better Business Bureau • Bonded & Insured • Serving Central Oregon Since 1980 Call 541-549-3008

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Home Customizations, LLC Res. & Commercial Remodeling, Bldg. Maintenance & Painting Chris Patrick, Owner homecustomizations@gmail.com CCB #191760 • 541-588-0083 JONES UPGRADES LLC Home Repairs & Remodeling Drywall, Decks, Pole Barns, Fences, Sheds & more. Mike Jones, 503-428-1281 Local resident • CCB #201650 LAREDO CONSTRUCTION 541-549-1575 Maintenance / Repairs Insurance Work CCB #194489

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Sisters Tree Care, LLC Preservation, Pruning, Removals & Storm Damage Serving All of Central Oregon Brad Bartholomew ISA Cert. Arborist UT-4454A 503-914-8436 • CCB #218444

Top Knot Tree Service can handle all of your tree needs, from trims to removals. Specializing in tree assessment, hazard tree removal, crown reduction, ladder fuel reduction, lot clearing, ornamental and fruit tree trimming and care. • Locally owned and operated • • Senior and military discounts • • Free assessments • • Great cleanups • • Licensed, Insured and Bonded • Contact Bello @ 541-419-9655, Find us on Facebook and Google CCB#227009 4 Brothers Tree Service Sisters' Premier Tree Experts! – TREE REMOVAL & CLEANUP – Native / Non-Native Tree Assessments, Pruning, High-Risk Removals, 24 Hr. Emergency Storm Damage Cleanup, Craning & Stump Grinding, Debris Removal. – FOREST MANAGEMENT – Fire Fuels Reduction - Brush Mowing, Mastication, Tree Thinning, Large & Small Scale Projects! Serving Black Butte Ranch, Camp Sherman & Sisters Area since 2003 ** Free Estimates ** Owner James Hatley & Sons 541-815-2342 4brostrees.com Licensed, Bonded and Insured CCB-215057 SISTERS' OLDEST & BEST TREE SERVICE! (Formerly Bear Mountain since 1997) Providing high risk removals, trims/prunes on native/non-native trees, stump grinding, forestry thinning/mowing, light excavation. Firewood. Free estimates gladly! 10% lower than your lowest bid! Your satisfaction is our guarantee! EagleCreekFire@yahoo.com CCB #227275 - 541-420-3254 TIMBER STAND IMPROVEMENT Tree care and vegetation management Pruning, hazard tree removal, stump grinding, brush mowing, certified arborist consultation, tree risk assessment qualified, wildfire fuels assessment and treatment, grant acquisition, lot clearing, crane services. Nate Goodwin ISA-Cert. Arborist PN-7987A CCB #190496 * 541.771.4825 Online at: www.tsi.services

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SIMON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Residential Remodel Building Projects Bruce Simon, Quality craftsman for 35 years 541-948-2620 • CCB #184335 bsimon@bendbroadband.com

Pat Burke LOCALLY OWNED CRAFTSMAN BUILT CCB: 288388 • 541-588-2062 www.sistersfencecompany.com

Lara’s Construction LLC. CCB#223701 Offering masonry work, fireplaces, interior & exterior stone/brick-work, build barbecues & all types of masonry. Give us a call for a free estimate. 541-350-3218

Construction & Renovation Custom Residential Projects All Phases • CCB #148365 541-420-8448 JOHN PIERCE General Contracting LLC Residential Building Projects Serving Sisters Since 1976 Strictly Quality CCB #16891 • CCB #159020 541-549-9764 JOHN NITCHER CONSTRUCTION General Contractor Home repair, remodeling and additions. CCB #101744 541-549-2206 Carl Perry Construction LLC Residential & Commercial Restoration • Repair – DECKS & FENCES – CCB #201709 • 541-419-3991 EARTHWOOD 601 Construction TIMBER FRAME HOMES • Design & construction • Recycled fir and pine • Mantles and beams Custom Homes • Sawmill services Residential Building Projects • Dry box and yard storage Concrete Foundations Kris@earthwoodhomes.com Becke William Pierce CCB #174977 CCB# 190689 • 541-647-0384 LAREDO CONSTRUCTION Beckewpcontracting@gmail.com 541-549-1575 McCARTHY & SONS For ALL Your Residential CONSTRUCTION Construction Needs New Construction, Remodels, CCB #194489 Fine Finish Carpentry www.laredoconstruction.com 541-420-0487 • CCB #130561

SPURGE COCHRAN BUILDER, INC. General Contractor Building Distinctive, Handcrafted Custom Homes, Additions, Remodels Since ’74 A “Hands-On” Builder Keeping Your Project on Time & On Budget • CCB #96016 To speak to Spurge personally, call 541-815-0523 JERRY WILLIS DRYWALL & VENETIAN PLASTER All Residential, Commercial Jobs 541-480-7179 • CCB #69557 CASCADE GARAGE DOORS Factory Trained Technicians Since 1983 • CCB #44054 541-548-2215 • 541-382-4553 CENIGA'S MASONRY, INC. Brick • Block • Stone • Pavers CCB #181448 – 541-350-6068 www.CenigasMasonry.com

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SWEENEY PLUMBING, INC. “Quality and Reliability” Repairs • Remodeling • New Construction • Water Heaters 541-549-4349 Residential and Commercial Licensed • Bonded • Insured CCB #87587 MONTE'S ELECTRIC • service • residential • commercial • industrial Serving all of Central Oregon 541-719-1316 lic. bond. insured, CCB #200030 R&R Plumbing, LLC > Repair & Service > Hot Water Heaters > Remodels & New Const. Servicing Central Oregon Lic. Bond. Ins. • CCB #184660 541-771-7000 CURTS ELECTRIC LLC – SISTERS, OREGON – Quality Electrical Installations Agricultural • Commercial Industrial • Well & Irrigation Pumps, Motor Control, Barns & Shops, Plan Reviews CCB #178543 541-480-1404

603 Excavation & Trucking ROBINSON & OWEN Heavy Construction, Inc. All your excavation needs *General excavation *Site Preparation *Sub-Divisions *Road Building *Sewer and Water Systems *Underground Utilities *Grading *Snow Removal *Sand-Gravel-Rock Licensed • Bonded • Insured CCB #124327 (541) 549-1848

Cascade Bobcat Service is now SCHERRER EXCAVATION Lic. & Bonded – CCB #225286 scherrerexcavation.com Mike • 541-420-4072 Logan • 541-420-0330

BANR Enterprises, LLC All Landscaping Services Earthwork, Utilities, Grading, Mowing, Thatching, Hauling... Hardscape, Rock Walls Call Abel Ortega, 541-815-6740. Residential & Commercial 701 Domestic Services CCB #165122 • 541-549-6977 BLAKE & SON – Commercial, www.BANR.net Home & Rentals Cleaning TEWALT & SONS INC. WINDOW CLEANING! Excavation Contractors Lic. & Bonded • 541-549-0897 Sisters’ Oldest Excavation Co. ~ I and I Crystal Cleaning ~ Our experience will make your Have your home and business $ go further – Take advantage crystal clean! With the best rates of our FREE on-site visit! in town. Now accepting new Hard Rock Removal • Rock clients, so call today to schedule. Hammering • Hauling Licensed & Bonded, Refs. Trucking • Top Soil • Fill Dirt 541-977-1051 Ground-to-finish Site Prep Building Demolition • Ponds & – CUSTOM HOUSE CARE – Liners • Creative & Decorative TLC for your Home. Let us Rock Placement • Clearing, sparkle your house for Leveling & Grading Driveways a fresh start! Call to schedule an Utilities: Sewer Mains, Laterals immaculate home cleaning. Water, Power, TV & Phone Emilee Stoery, 541-588-0345 Septic System EXPERTS: customhousecare@earthlink.net Complete Design & Permit "CLEANING QUEEN" Approval, Feasibility, Test Holes. Serving the Sisters area! Sand, Pressurized & Standard Call Maria at 541-213-0775 Systems. Repairs, Tank 802 Help Wanted Replacement. CCB #76888 Cellular: 419-2672 or 419-5172 • 541-549-1472 • TewaltAndSonsExcavation.com

604 Heating & Cooling

ACTION AIR Heating & Cooling, LLC Retrofit • New Const • Remodel Consulting, Service & Installs actionairheatingandcooling.com CCB #195556 541-549-6464

Help Wanted Please send an email to sistersfencecompany@gmail.com with letter of interest. TAKING APPLICATIONS for energetic, dependable persons or couples to clean Black Butte Ranch vacation homes. 605 Painting Experience is preferred but will ~ FRONTIER PAINTING ~ train; excellent pay and working Quality Painting, Ext. & Int. conditions. Must be able to work Refurbishing Decks weekends and provide your own CCB #131560 • 541-771-5620 transportation. www.frontier-painting.com Call Brenda 541-549-5555x2. GLAZIER 606 Landscaping & Yard Residential glass shop in Sisters Maintenance looking to add team member with FERNANDEZ LAWN CARE experience in residential glass Spring cleanups. applications. Valid drivers We offer weed whacking, weed license. Full time M-F. Pay out beds, rake pine needles, depends on experience. one- time cleanups, weekly or Email resume to biweekly maintenance, spread bill@sistersglassandmirror.com bark, trim bushes, haul away Part-time person wanted to debris. If any questions and for assist in Property management free estimate call Hector office. Experience in the vacation 541-279-5058 - text rental industry and familiarity or leave voicemail with Black Butte Ranch is highly desirable. Twenty to 30 hours per week year-round. Must be available weekends and some holidays, have computer and Fencing, irrigation installation & typing skills, plus some physical trouble-shooting, defensible work is required. space strategies, general Call Brenda for more information cleanups, turf care maintenance 541-549-5555x2. and agronomic recommendations, Sisters Farmers Market fertility & water conservation Manager management, light excavation. Seeking an inspired individual to CCB 188594 • LCB 9264 serve as the Sisters Farmers 541-515-8462 Market manager. We are excited J&E Landscaping Maintenance to bring on a manager to continue LLC Clean-ups, raking, mowing, building upon last year's success hauling debris, gutters. with community engagement and Edgar Cortez 541-610-8982 economic prosperity! Part-time, jandelspcing15@gmail.com seasonal work. Apply – All You Need Maintenance – www.seedtotableoregon.org/joinPine needle removal, hauling, our-team mowing, moss removal, edging, NuggetNews.com raking, weeding, pruning, roofs, Classifieds are uploaded gutters, pressure washing... to our website, too... Lic/Bonded/Ins. CCB# 218169 Every Tuesday, no extra cost! Austin • 541-419-5122

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opment Code text 999 Public Notice dments (TA 20-01) are NOTICE sed as follows: ChapterOF TWO PUBLIC Special Flood HazardHEARINGS Area Notice is hereby given that the ay and associated City of Sisters City Council will tions. The proposed conduct two to public hearings at dments are in response Sisters City Hall, ies’ obligation to comply 520 E. Cascade Avenue, Sisters, model codes associated with OR 97759 on March 25, 2020 nal Flood Insurance Policy at 6:30 PM the applications listed ements; regarding Chapter 2.15.1800 below. Public munications Facilities andoral or written testimony ated definitions. Theis invited. The hearing will be held sed amendments are inaccording to SDC Chapter and nse to recent rules 4.1 issued bythe rules of procedure adopted by the Council deral Communications and available at City Hall. Prior mission that require to the public hearing, written ies to review applications comments may be provided to rious types of Sisters City Hall at 520 E. unications facilities Cascade Avenue, Sisters (mailing ding to uniform standards address PO Box 39, Sisters, OR ocesses; Chapter 3.5 Public 97759) or emailed to vement Standards – these pdavenport@ci.sisters.or.us. dments enable the City to should be directed e publicComments improvements toward the criteria are illustrated on adopted that apply to facilitythis plansrequest to be and must reference the file numbers. A copy of the ucted when a proposed application, all documents and evelopment project affects evidence submitted by or for the facilities. The proposed applicant, the applicable criteria ards also enable the City and standards, and the City’s eer to waive or modify the staff areport ards to reflect uniqueand recommendation to the hearings body will be mstance or to accept a available for review at no cost at -lieu of construction in least seven days before the n circumstances. These hearing, and copies will be dments are also reflected in available on request er 4.2 Site Plan Review and at a reasonable cost. n associated definitions. HEARINGS: March roposed PUBLIC Code revisions are 2020 6:30 d on the 25, Department’s webPM FILE #’s: CP 20-01 and TA 20-01 APPLICANT: City of /www.ci.sisters.or.us/com Sisters y-development/page/ta-20STAFF CONTACT: Patrick Davenport cable Criteria, Standards, pdavenport@ci.sisters.or.us, rocedures: Sisters 323-5219 opment (541) Code (SDC) DESCRIPTION OF er 4.1 – Types of PROPOSED: Comprehensive cations and Review Plan text (File # CP dures; Chapter 4.7 –amendments Land 20-01) are proposed as follows: istrict Map and Text Amendments to Goal 1 Citizen dments; Oregon Statewide Involvement and Goal 10 Use Goals; and City of Amendments to Goal 1 s Urban Housing. Area Citizen Involvement features rehensive Plan. adoption, by reference, of the LIC AUCTION NOTICE 2019 Sisters Country Community 03/18/2020 at 1 p.m., the Vision Action Plan, designates e contents of units #Con-5, the Planning Commission as the 79, C-17 belonging to Jill Committee for Citizen lus, Elizabeth Jeardoe and Involvement and provides policy ly Odell will be sold to the direction for the City to use ighest bidder. The high multiple means to enable dder(s) must remove the enhanced citizen participation in ntents within 3 days. Sale the planning process. es place at Sisters Rental, Amendments to Goal 10 Housing 6 N. Pine St., Sisters, OR. features adoption, by reference, 541-549-9631 of the 2019 Housing Needs • • • • • • • • • Analysis, Housing Strategies RVICE TO PROVIDE? Report and Buildable Lands INESS TO PROMOTE? Inventory, direct an update to the EHICLE FOR SALE? 2010 Housing Plan and other HOUSE TO RENT? policies to support construction OOKING FOR LAND? of affordable and workforce ARAGE TOO FULL? housing. The proposed NEED SOME HELP? amendments are presented as Advertise in revised and replaced in their he Nugget Newspaper's entirety. CLASSIFIEDS The proposed Comprehensive For no additional cost Plan amendments are posted on classified goes ONLINE! the Department’s web page: to www.NuggetNews.com https://www.ci.sisters.or.us/com DLINE: Every Monday by munity-development/page/housin oon. Call 541-549-9941 g-and-citizen-involvement • • • • • • • • •

Development Code text amendments (TA 20-01) are proposed as follows: Chapter 2.10 Special Flood Hazard Area Overlay and associated definitions. The proposed amendments are in response to localities’ obligation to comply with model codes associated with National Flood Insurance Policy requirements; Chapter 2.15.1800 Communications Facilities and associated definitions. The proposed amendments are in response to recent rules issued by the Federal Communications Commission that require localities to review applications for various types of communications facilities according to uniform standards and processes; Chapter 3.5 Public Improvement Standards – these amendments enable the City to require public improvements which are illustrated on adopted public facility plans to be constructed when a proposed land development project affects these facilities. The proposed Standards also enable the City Engineer to waive or modify the standards to reflect a unique circumstance or to accept a fee-in-lieu of construction in certain circumstances. These amendments are also reflected in Chapter 4.2 Site Plan Review and contain associated definitions. The proposed Code revisions are posted on the Department’s web page: https://www.ci.sisters.or.us/com munity-development/page/ta-2001 Applicable Criteria, Standards, and Procedures: Sisters Development Code (SDC) Chapter 4.1 – Types of Applications and Review Procedures; Chapter 4.7 – Land Use District Map and Text Amendments; Oregon Statewide Land Use Goals; and City of Sisters Urban Area Comprehensive Plan. PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE On 03/18/2020 at 1 p.m., the entire contents of units #Con-5, A-79, C-17 belonging to Jill Paulus, Elizabeth Jeardoe and Shelly Odell will be sold to the highest bidder. The high bidder(s) must remove the contents within 3 days. Sale takes place at Sisters Rental, 506 N. Pine St., Sisters, OR. 541-549-9631 • • • • • • • • • • SERVICE TO PROVIDE? BUSINESS TO PROMOTE? VEHICLE FOR SALE? HOUSE TO RENT? LOOKING FOR LAND? GARAGE TOO FULL? NEED SOME HELP? Advertise in The Nugget Newspaper's CLASSIFIEDS For no additional cost your classified goes ONLINE! Go to www.NuggetNews.com DEADLINE: Every Monday by noon. Call 541-549-9941 • • • • • • • • • •

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We have great jobs available for FT and PT cashiers, PT courtesy clerks, FT and PT bakery and deli clerks, PT produce clerks and PT BBQ cooks. Most shifts are swing, and weekends are required. Will need to be available to work holidays, local events, spring break. Apply in person or at Gorays.com.

SISTERS OUTDOOR QUILT SHOW Dawn, Executive Director, 541-549-0989

Our show is a success because of our army of volunteers. Curious how you can help before and during our 45th Anniversary Show on July 11? Stop by our office during the job walk from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday 3/11 or 3/18 for cookies and conversation... 220 S. Ash St., #4. Or check out our website, www.soqs.org.

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Seeking dependable, motivated, and hospitable team members. Laundry, Housekeeping, Front Desk, Breakfast Attendant, Maintenance. Flexible schedules, attendance bonus, travel discounts. Apply in person: 500 HWY 20 W., Sisters, OR 97759.

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Seeking seasonal, part-time and full-time cooks, servers, bartenders, dishwasher/bussers, baristas, housekeepers and receptionists. Apply in person at 13375 SW Forest Service Road 1419, Camp Sherman, or email gm@lakecreeklodge.com.

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Carole or Nikki will be interviewing DQ Crew applicants for seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions. Bring documentation ID in original, unexpired, uncopied forms. Google examples for “Lists of Acceptable Documents” used for Verification ID with W-2s and l-9s. Choose from (List A) or (List B & List C). Or apply online at recruiting.talentreef.com/dairy-queen.

SISTERS SALOON & RANCH GRILL Jennifer, Manager, 541-549-7427

Part-time and full-time positions available for bussers, hosts, and cooks. Learn more during the job walk! Apply in person at 190 E. Cascade Ave. or email your résumé to contact@sisterssaloon.net¢

VOHS LANDSCAPING IS HIRING! Ryan Vohs, Owner, 1-541-515-8462, vohsey@gmail.com

We are a fast-paced, cutting-edge landscape/construction company and we are looking for help. You must have an active drivers license. We offer competitive wages and a positive work environment. We will give you a great job experience!

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Part-time concierge needed on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12 to 6 p.m. Schedule appointments and help guests unwind in our stress-therapy chairs. For more about us go to our Facebook page or www.rrrelaxationroom.com. Apply by calling Tim, 541-420-5627.

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Seeking friendly, reliable extrovert with a positive attitude and professional demeanor for year-round, part-time retail sales position, three days per week. See www.earexpressions.com for details. Email résumé and cover letter to jennifer@earexpressions.com, or deliver in person at 221 W. Cascade Ave, Ste. B on 3/13, 3/14, 3/15, noon to 4 p.m.

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Sisters salutes...

JAZZ: Sisters man plans concert series in coming months Continued from page 3

had to take a back seat to building a career in education and raising a family, it never left him. From Nevada City, where he was a radio volunteer and jazz DJ; to Ashland, Oregon, where he built Varsity Theater “Backstage,” a cabaret; to Eugene, where he taught English at Lane Community College and created and operated The Jazz Station, a nonprofit, live jazz venue, Sposato has been a tireless apostle of the music he loves. Now, he’s brought that passion to Sisters. “The jam is kind of a foot in the door, because I’m an educator at heart,” he said. Tyler Cranor has built a strong band program in Sisters schools, and some 15-20 of those young musicians are turning out for jam night. Sposato brings in accomplished local jazz musicians to play and work with the young players. “A big part of it is mixing these kids with real jazz musicians, with adults,” he said. He described the February jam: “What a night of music! This month we were joined by two guest artists: jazz drummer Dave Wentworth and jazz

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Young Sisters musicians are growing in jazz in a monthly jam session at The Belfry. pianist Ryan Camastral. Both were incredibly generous to our young players and really wowed the audience when they stepped in to support the music. Both were shining examples of where a life in jazz can take you.” The next jam is set for March 17 at 7 p.m. and will feature drummer Justin Veloso and pianist Andy Arma. Veloso was once a student in Sisters, and went on to study in New York. He is highly regarded as a creative jazz drummer. Sposato has his eye on a young drummer who may well follow in Veloso’s footsteps. The jazz promoter admitted to being a little taken aback at the idea of a fourth-grade drummer taking the stage — but Frankie Deggendorfer soon proved

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himself to be the real deal. “Frankie blew us away on the skins — never mind that he’s still in elementary school,” Sposato noted. “A mind-boggling prodigy. He’ll be an old pro by seventh grade.” Sposato says that what makes a great jazz musician is one with a high level of innate talent, who works at it — and above all listens. The heart of jazz lies in improvisation, which places a premium on really listening to what other players are doing and having the chops to create within that framework. The depth, sophistication and perennial freshness of the music is a constant reward for Sposato, one that he is determined to share with a Sisters audience. “I want to hear jazz,” he

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said. “so usually that means I do it. I produce shows that I want to hear. I have irons in the fire to do a series — a jazz series in Sisters.” Sposato will provide more information on that series as it comes closer to fruition. And he will continue to expose young artists to what a life in jazz can be — a life-long passion that starts right ’round midnight.

Dan Fouts of Sisters has been named among those who will be inducted into the Pac-12 Hall of Honor in Las Vegas. They will be honored March 13 before the semifinals of the Pac12 Tournament at T-Mobile Arena in Vegas. Fouts is a former NFL MVP and six-time Pro Bowler and currently works as a CBS color commentator for NFL games. He led the NFL in passing yards each year from 1979 through 1982 and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993. He threw for nearly 5,000 yards in 1980 and 1981, leading the league. He has served the Sisters community for many years, particularly in raising funds for the Sisters Schools Foundation.

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COVID-19: Health professionals are prepared Continued from page 1

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The Outlaws placed third in state competition.

SKI TEAM: Outlaws had a strong showing this season Continued from page 13

Outlaws finished 12th overall. On Thursday, the Lady Outlaws competed in the giant slalom. The girls squad is fairly young, and Chladek told The Nugget it was an honor for them to just compete at the state championships. The girls team came in 16th in the giant slalom, and top finishers in the first run were Hollie Lewis, Sydney Wilkins and Skylar Wilkins. Hollie Lewis, Skylar Wilkins, and Piper Adelt were the top finishers in the second run. Tatum Cramer also skied for the Lady Outlaws and came in 84th overall. Annie Cohen skied as a substitute and came in fifth out of all the team subs. The Lady Outlaws competed in the slalom on Friday. Hollie Lewis, Sydney Wilkins and Piper Adelt were the top finishers in run one and Skylar Wilkins, Sydney Wilkins, and Piper Adelt were the top finishers in the second run. Cramer also raced and logged two good supporting runs. Cohen skied as a substitute and crashed out. Of the girls team, Chladek said, “The girls were all pushing themselves. Hollie crashed out on a run, but she was pushing herself as hard as she could, and I liked seeing her pushing the limits. Piper really stepped up and skied some of her best runs to date, and it showed with her being one of our top three finishers in three of the four runs.

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Chladek said, “The experience of being at Mount Ashland for the state championships was rewarding and fun. We got some great training and competition in on some new terrain, and it was very exciting for the Outlaws to be in the state championships. The spice on the dish was definitely having the varsity boys team on the podium for taking third overall at such a big competition! Four of the boys on that team are seniors and have been working at getting on the podium for a long time. The girls team now have seen the road map to the top spot and will be looking very strong in the future.”

responders. When firefighter/paramedics respond to 911 calls for patients with flu-like symptoms, they will take extra precautions including wearing a protective mask and gown, or similar protective clothing. The extra precautions are designed to protect firefighter/ paramedics from contracting the flu or other viruses like COVID-19. Fire Chief Roger Johnson said, “We are following recommendations and guidance from the CDC and Oregon Health Authority on how to best protect our emergency responders. We are trying to avoid a situation similar to Washington, where 30 first responders were quarantined after treating a COVID-19 patient.” The Fire District provides fire protection to more than 55 square miles of Sisters Country and also provides ambulance services to 800 square miles of territory.

“Losing even a few firefighter/paramedics or volunteers to a quarantine would create a problem for the Fire District,” he said. The Fire District has not seen an increase in 911 calls in the past month but is prepared should COVID-19 appear in the region. Chief Johnson said, “Our people are very well trained, we have implemented policies to limit potential exposures to our responders, and we have sufficient protective supplies on hand.” St. Charles Health System is now restricting the number of access points at each facility effective Wednesday morning, March 4. The intent is to have patients, caregivers, providers and vendors enter facilities through a limited number of access points to keep the workforce safe and functioning as this public health issue continues to grow. At each access point, St. Charles will be: • Requiring individuals to adequately sanitize their hands. • Requiring masking if a patient presents with a fever, cough or cold symptoms. • Controlling access for visitors, caregivers and

providers who present with a fever, cough or cold symptoms (this means we may not allow people into the building if they could spread infection, but are not in need of medical attention). The Centers for Disease Control continues to stress the importance of hand-washing. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Washing hands with soap and water is the best way to get rid of germs in most situations. If soap and water are not readily available, you can use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. • Stay home when you are sick. • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

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STARS: Driving service welcomes volunteers, donors Continued from page 3

if possible. The shorter the notice, the less chance of finding a driver. Drivers will be available on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Using the Spedsta software, a dispatcher will match the rider’s needs with driver availability and schedule the ride. Riders will receive an explanatory email when they are matched with a driver. • The rider will be contacted by the driver when the scheduled trip date is near to confirm pick-up location,

date/time/location of the appointment, and any special requirements. All STARS rides are round-trip. All STARS drivers have passed background and insurance checks. Drivers will not accept any form of compensation for their generous effort. The Spedsta software used to track and coordinate this ride-sharing program was developed and first implemented in San Diego and is now in use in more than a dozen cities. A $1,200 donation from an anonymous supporter covered the first year’s rental of the software, and a donation of $500 from the City of Sisters Community Grant Program covered the installation and training

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18108 FADJUR LANE Treasured unobstructed view of the Cascade mountains overlooking irrigated pasture. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3,850+ sq. ft. custom home w/multi-use barn/shop outbuilding. Paved circular drive leads to the qualityconstructed home in like-new condition. Many windows providing natural light in abundance throughout home. Spacious kitchen w/large cooking island, ample counters & cabinetry. Greatroom w/soaring ceiling & gas fireplace set in dramatic floor-to-ceiling river-rock display. Plenty of flexibility in living space. In addition to primary bedrooms, enjoy an office/den & bonus rooms. Property fenced & cross-fenced, served w/5 acres of Three Sisters Irrigation District pressurized water. Nearby access to BLM property for riding & outdoor recreation. $1,175,000. MLS#202001136 7515 SE GENTIAN WAY, PRINEVILLE Views of the water from every nook and cranny on this 76-acre hillside property. The graveled driveway leads you up to a cozy campsite with a trailer, outdoor shower, deck and fire pit. There is a cased well (no pump or power at this time). Power is at the road. Standard septic approval in 2004. Terrain varies with some beautiful sandy, level areas to a small canyon with animal trails. Gated driveway. Zoning allows for 5-acre homesites. One-quarter mile to the boat dock for year-round recreation. Borders public lands to the east. Owners will carry a contract. Broker owned. $229,000. MLS#201907560.

LAKE CREEK LODGE, #27-U3 One-quarter shared interest in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-bath cabin at historic Lake Creek Lodge in Camp Sherman. Features modern amenities with the feel of yesteryear. Built in 2011, and furnished with a combination of antiques and quality reproduction pieces. Fir plank floors, knotty pine paneling, stone/gas fireplace, butcher block countertops, gas cooktop, farm kitchen sink, tile bathroom floors and showers, washer/dryer, cedar decks, stone exterior accents and locked owner storage. $215,000. MLS#201908128

40 ACRES – 17672 WILT ROAD Private, yet close in, less than 10± miles from downtown Sisters. Forty acres with elevated building site and modest mountain views. Mix of pine and juniper. This property would be a great candidate for off-grid power, but power access is available. Call Listing Agent regarding power. Needs septic feasibility. Conditional-use permit to build a home was recently renewed for two years. Borders government land, State of Oregon, BLM and Deschutes County on three sides Owner will consider short terms. $275,000. MLS#201908158

Kevin R. Dyer 541-480-7552

Rad Dyer 541-480-8853

Debbie Dyer 541-480-1650

Shane Lundgren 541-588-9226

CRS, GRI, Principal Broker

GRI, Broker

ABR, CCIM, CRB, CRS, GRI, Principal Broker

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Carol Davis 541-410-1556 ABR, GRI, Broker

Greg Davidge 808-281-2676 Broker

Catherine Black 541-480-1929

CRS, Broker, Realtor Emeritus - 40+ years

Jackie Herring 541-480-3157 Broker

541-549-2002 1-800-650-6766 Guy Lauziere 541-410-9241

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EXCITING NEW TOWNHOME Located in The Peaks at Pine Meadow Village. Two bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,455 sq.ft. Contemporary style and design features upperlevel living for privacy and view from the greatroom. Practical kitchen opens to a large spacious living/dining with vaulted ceilings and lots of windows to let the natural light in. Propane fireplace provides a cozy and warm living space in the cooler months. Ductless heat pump and lower-level radiant floor heating gives yearround efficiency. Master is on the entry level and enjoys a large closet and luxurious bathroom. Guest suite is located off the greatroom, as well as an enjoyable upper-level patio to enjoy the outdoors. An auto courtyard leads to the attached garage. $432,500. MLS#202000020

BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN VIEW Beautiful mountain view acreage located in the secluded Lower Bridge Basin near the Deschutes River. Views of all mountains from Mt. Jefferson to Broken Top. There is a very private elevated building site in the NE corner of the lot with huge mountain views and southern exposure. Lower Bridge Estates offers paved streets, electric power and phone. The lot is approved for a standard septic system. $229,000. MLS#201702313

DESCHUTES RIVERFRONT ACREAGE! Ten acres along the Middle Deschutes with 180-degree river views with the Cascade mountains in the background. Paved access, electricity available, standard septic feasibility and an existing well. The property gently slopes from the street to the northwest forming a flat bench with a premier building site before rolling off to the river. There are two adjacent parcels also available that create the possibility for a multiple-home estate. $299,500. MLS#201910338

BE A PART OF IT... Sisters’ Only Custom Mixed-Use Community INNOVATIVE NEW CONCEPT • Light Industrial/Commercial • Live/Work Loft Apartments • Opportunity for Economic Diversity • Small Condo-type Spaces • Perfect for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs Lot 17 MLS#201803204 ............ $210,000 Lot 5 MLS#201803205 ............$240,000 Lot 4 MLS#201803206 ........... $250,000 Lot 7 MLS#201803202 ........... $260,000