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SOLVE to host ‘Summer Beach Cleanup Series’ in July and August with events up and down the coast
Chamber to host COVID discussion on July 7 For the first time in four months, the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce will again hold its first Tuesday meeting as the group will focus on COVID-19 issues during a live gathering at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City, starting at noon. Scheduled to appear at the July 7 Chamber luncheon are Eric Swanson, president of Adventist Health – Tillamook; John Bohlman, internal medicine doctor at Adventist Health; Tillamook County Commissioner David Yamamoto; and Oregon State Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis). A representative from the Tillamook County Health Department is also expected. Swanson serves as president of Adventist Health – Tillamook. Previously he served as executive director of strategy and business development and before that in a number of clinical roles. He’s served Adventist Health - Tillamook for 30 years. Bohlman, who specializes in internal medicine, has practiced medicine along the Oregon coast for more than 30 years. His practice includes treating patients who have pulmonary, digestive and infectious diseases. Chamber board member Doug Olson, who is organizing the event, said that the event promises an opportunity to get the expert’s take on where we’ve been as a coastal and business community with respect to the coronavirus and where we’re headed. He said there’ll be plenty of opportunity for questions. “We’ll try and have a discussion on what’s happening, what really works and what doesn’t,” Olson said. “We’ll try and get beyond hearsay and hear from people that set policy.” Considerable effort is going into the event to make it safe. To that end, the event will be spread out between both the main great room and the Faye Jensen Hall. Tables and seating will be spread out at least six feet, doors will be left opened to bring in fresh air and attendees will be asked to wear masks. As well, KCC staff has reportedly put careful cleaning practices in place.
Large pile burning plans need to be carefully thought out By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
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AT THE PROPERTY OWNER’S REQUEST, A BURN PILE on a lot in the Pacific City Heights neighborhood was extinguished by Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District after several neighbors called in concerned about a possible structure fire because of the amount of smoke it was producing.
A local property owner received a lesson on Saturday, June 27 on getting the proper permit when it comes time to ignite burn piles after several neighbors, noting the rising smoke, called in a possible structure fire. As it turns out, the property owners were just trying to burn recently cut trees on their lot located in the Pacific City Heights area. “They thought they had the right permit, but didn’t,” Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District Chief Jim Oeder told the Sun. “Because of how smoky (the fire) was, they elected to have us extinguish the fire.” He added that the fire was extra smoky
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due to the fact that they were burning recently cut small trees, which hadn’t had time to dry out sufficiently. Still, Oeder noted that the property owners had all the right things in place for a safe controlled burn. “They had green space, had water — all the right things,” he said. “It’s just the material wasn’t to the point where it should be burned yet.” Nestucca Fire issues two different permits for those burning debris — one for small fires or burn barrels and another for larger piles, the latter of which described this one. Oeder said no fines were issued for the misunderstanding. That said, he is urging caution with any fires — be it burn piles or warming fires on the beach — as the spring rains are
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predicted to fade and the heat of summer forecasted to return. “We’ve had some pretty good rain, but with the types of winds (predicted to be) coming and forecasts where (we expect to) see the rain go away, everything is going to start drying out fast,” he said. “If we get any east winds with higher temperatures, that presents a very dangerous situation when it comes to fires getting away from (people).” Large burn piles will be allowed through July 15 and after Aug. 1 there’ll be no burning allowed, save warming fires. Warming fires on the beach must be at least 50 feet from the dunes so as not to provide ignition to a fire in the beach grass. For more information about upcoming burn bans and safe fire practices, visit nrfpd.com or call 503-392-3313.
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OREGON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT. in cooperation with Tillamook County Commissioners, announced on July 1 that vehicle parking on the beach at Cape Kiwanda, with the exemption of vehicles launching or retrieving commercial or recreational boats, will continue to be prohibited through September.
Beach parking restrictions to continue through September The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD), in cooperation with Tillamook County, announced on July 1 that it will continue to limit vehicles parking on the beach from Cape Kiwanda south to the Nestucca River. Vehicles involved in launching or retrieving commercial or recreational boats will be allowed to park on the beach, but all other vehicles will have to park in designated lots or parking spaces along surface streets this summer. Officials say the change is necessary due to increased congestion on the beach posing a health and safety risk to pedestrians, and reduced OPRD state park ranger staffing available to manage the traffic. On a sunny summer day, reportedly hundreds of vehicles enter the beach through a county-owned gate and boat ramp. Both OPRD and the county have agreed the change is necessary. As provided under Oregon Administrative Rules 736-024-015(2)(g)(A) and (B), and 736-021-0040(7)(a) and (c), motor vehicles will be allowed only for operating or parking while towing boat trailers or launching boats, and information on accessing the beach through the county gate can be obtained from Tillamook County Parks at 503-322-3477 or OPRD at 541-5638506 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Requests for access should be made well in advance of any trip. Extra local parking and shuttle services are being arranged by the county, but officials say that visitors need to be prepared for the fact there will be times this summer when all parking is full. In those cases, visitors will need to divert to other destinations or return after enjoying other
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Tillamook County attractions. Reducing congestion is both a shortand long-term goal for OPRD and Tillamook County. “We want people living in Pacific City, and the businesses in South County, to succeed,” says Tillamook County Commissioner David Yamamoto. “Protecting the quality of life here means adapting to the fact more people want to enjoy what the people in PC have already discovered: this is a beautiful place.” “Traffic patterns have grown to the point that visitor experience is now diminished and has created a very unsafe condition,” says OPRD Coast Region Manager Dennis Comfort. “I believe it is time to partner with Tillamook County to address limiting vehicles on the beach. That many cars mixed with hundreds of people is a recipe for tragedy.” “Pacific City continues to be a destination community and is extremely popular during the spring and summer months,” says Tillamook County Sheriff Jim Horton. “We see a significant number of visitors to the area and we want to continue to work with community partners and OPRD to ensure the safety of those who live in and visit the area.” People who aren’t boating and park on the beach are subject to warnings and citations. The restriction will only affect vehicles on the beach south of Cape Kiwanda. For the time being, barricades will remain in place at the end of Pacific Avenue near Bob Straub State Park to prevent vehicle access over the dune, but pedestrians will still be able to access the beach at that spot.
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Oregon Gov. Kate Brown announced June 29 that Oregonians statewide will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public spaces, beginning this July 1. The guidance applies to businesses and members of the public visiting indoor public spaces. Face covering requirements are already mandated in eight counties. “From the beginning of the reopening process, I have said that reopening comes with the risk of seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases beyond our health systems’ capacity to test, trace, and isolate them,� said Governor Kate Brown. “Over the last month, we have seen the disease spread at an alarming rate in both urban and rural counties. The upcoming July 4th holiday weekend is a critical point for Oregon in this pandemic, and we can all make a difference. “Modeling from the Oregon Health Authority shows that if we don’t take further action to reduce the spread of the disease, our hospitals could be overwhelmed by new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations within weeks. “The choices every single one of us make in the coming days matter. “Face coverings that cover your nose and mouth play a critical role in reducing the spread of this disease because droplets from our breath can carry the virus to others without us realizing it. If we all wear face coverings, practice six feet of physical distancing in public, wash our hands regularly, and stay home when we are sick, then we can avoid the worstcase scenarios that are now playing out in other states. “I do not want to have to close down businesses again like other states are now doing. If you want your local shops and restaurants to stay open, then wear a face covering when out in public. “Please keep your Fourth of July celebrations small and local. We saw a lot of new COVID-19 cases following the Memorial Day holiday. Another spike in cases after the upcoming holiday weekend could put Oregon in a dangerous position. “Oregonians have all made incredible sacrifices over the last several months that have saved thousands of lives. The
actions we take now can protect our friends, neighbors, loved ones, and fellow Oregonians from this disease, and prevent the need for another statewide shutdown. We are truly all in this together.� Oregon Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) will take the lead, along with other state and local agencies, in enforcing face covering requirements for all covered Oregon businesses. Here in Tillamook County, Tillamook County Commissioners voiced approval for the requirement at their July 1 meeting. The commissioners were originally scheduled to discuss asking to have Tillamook County included in the face covering requirement — but that was before the governor announced on June 29 the face covering requirements would be expanded to the whole state instead of as a county-by-county basis. Commissioner Bill Baertlein said that wearing a mask is a small price to pay for keeping our people working. “It should not be a political thing. It’s not a political thing,� he said, adding that the mask requirement is based on science, and if we want to keep our businesses open, then we should be wearing them. Commissioners also urged caution for the upcoming 4th of July weekend in Tillamook County. Baertlein also said the 4th of July weekend is “going to be a zoo.� He cautioned those in Tillamook County to not leave their house if at all possible, and, if they need to, to wear a mask. And Commissioner Mary Faith Bell echoed that sentiment, saying that with new cases on the rise in Tillamook County “we need to be more careful than ever.� “We are all making risk assessments every day,� she said. “Be conservative in your risk assessments for yourselves and your loved ones.� Also in agreement with the theme of caution was Commissioner David Yamamoto. “We can’t control our visitors,� he said, adding that those at risk need to be especially careful. He urged residents that if they need to leave their homes, to be very careful with how they interact with others, even with family members, as COVID-19 cases out of Lincoln County to the south include spread among family gatherings. “It’s serious stuff,� he concluded.
SOLVE to sponsor Winema Beach Cleanup on July 5
As part of their Summer Beach Cleanup Series, which will be held from July through August, SOLVE will be holding a volunteer Winema Beach Cleanup on Monday, July 5 at 5611 WiNe-Ma Road. The event will take place from 8-11 a.m. Stating that ocean pollution is not an individual or personal problem, but a global problem, SOLVE urges volunteers to be part of the solution. The event is being hosted by Be the Change Community. According to the Marine & Ocean Pollution Statistics & Facts 2020, “There
are 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic waste estimated to be in our oceans. Seventy percent of our debris sinks into the ocean’s ecosystem, 15 percent floats, and 15 percent lands on our beaches. In terms of plastic, 8.3 million tons are discarded in the sea yearly.� Volunteers must be 13 years of age or older and there are a total of 25 spots available; volunteers must register to attend. Visit www.solveoregon.org/opportunity/a0C1I00000QpsxsUAB# to register your spot. More information will be given at time of registration.
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Nestucca Fire calls increasing ahead of 4th of July holiday Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District first responders have been busy leading up to the Independence Day holiday and are preparing for an even bigger emergency response load as the 4th of July approaches, says Fire Chief James Oeder. Recent calls have included assisting a woman who reportedly broke her leg after slipping off the rocks amongst the tide pools at Cape Kiwanda the morning of June 28. Oeder told the Sun that after stabilizing the woman, they transported her from the beach to the Cape Kiwanda parking lot where she was transferred to a waiting ambulance. First responders also responded to three accidents at Sand Lake over the weekend of June 26-28. Though there were no visible injuries, NRFPD re-
sponders assisted one accident victim at each incident off the sand. “All of them were alert and talking to us,” Oeder told the Sun. “With all (accidents at Sand Lake), we take precautions to protect the spines (of victims) and monitor vitals and get them in for full evaluations. A lot of ATV accidents (at Sand Lake) can cause internal injuries that we can’t see or diagnose on the field.” He said that all told, the district’s call volumes have exceeded last year’s numbers. “(We’re) quite a ways ahead of last year’s numbers,” Oeder added. “We are running more calls than anyone else in the county. Normally, Tillamook, Nehalem and us are pretty close, but we’re substantially ahead of them (right now).”
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CAC votes to not support Kingfisher apartment proposal The Pacific City-Woods Citizen Advisory Committee voted on June 20 to not support a variance and conditional use for the proposed Kingfisher Apartments. The CAC voted to not support the conditional use request, 33-10, and to not support the variance by a vote of 34-9. The recommendations, along with both majority and minority reports were forwarded onto the Tillamook County Planning Commission, which held its first hearing on June 25, a hearing that they continued to July 23, though oral testimony is now closed. (See related story, page 10.) Amongst the reasons the CAC gave in the majority report for not supporting the development’s conditional use application was an assertion that the area is unsuitable for high-density development as it would increase congestion and safety concerns for both vehicles and pedestrians at an already hazardous intersection. In their vote of no support for the variance request, they said that the height increase, setback reduction and parking exceptions were self-created by the size of the project. As part of their reasoning, they state that “the current height restriction on this property
does not preclude development — but it does preclude the proposed development.” And in regards to the setback reduction, the majority report states: “To reduce the setback requirement on this property would be detrimental to future ability for Tillamook County or an incorporated Pacific City to amend what is already a congested and confusing intersection.” In the minority report for the variance, amongst other reasons, it was asserted that the “topography of the parcel, as well as the proximity to the river, mandate its siting on the lot if it is to provide workforce housing.” The minority reports also suggests that the topography came about “for various reasons none of which are “selfcreated” and that “in order to provide adequate parking as well as financial viability, the building mandates the placement of the apartments where they are proposed to be situated.” And, when examining issues related to the proposed height limit increase, the minority report asserts that as “most all the development within a 500-foot radius of the property have a build height of 35 feet, visually the height proposed is compatible with the neighborhood.”
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4th of July Fireworks: Keep It Legal, Keep it Safe Oregon State Fire Marshal, Nestucca Fire urge caution when using fireworks
The Office of State Fire Marshal, the Oregon Fire Service, natural resource agencies, Oregon licensed fireworks wholesalers, and safety experts are asking Oregonians to “keep it legal and keep it safe” when using all fireworks. The 2020 Oregon fireworks retail sales season runs through July 6. The OSFM and its partners want everyone to know what fireworks are legal to use in Oregon without a permit, where they are allowed to be used, and how to use fireworks safely. “In Oregon, consumer legal fireworks can only be purchased from permitted fireworks retailers and stands,” says State Fire Marshal Jim Walker. “State regulations limit where those fireworks may be used. Starting in July, risks for wildfire in many parts of Oregon will be high. Fireworks can also start structural fires that threaten lives and property, as we have seen in past years.” Residents who plan to visit public lands and parks for the July Fourth holiday are asked to leave all fireworks at home. The use of fireworks is prohibited on state beaches, as well as in in state parks and campgrounds, on U.S. Fish and Wildlife properties, on Bureau of Land Management lands, and in national parks and forests. Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District Chief Jim Oeder told the Sun that of particular concern is the beach grass, which can easily catch fire and can spread quickly should errant fireworks provide an ignition source.
Oeder is also urging caution when it comes to lighting warming fires on the beach. The law stipulates that warming fires are not to be set within 50 feet of the dunes in an effort to keep the flames away from the beach grass. He noted a good example of just how dangerous a fire in the beach grass can be was underscored by a January 2018 blaze when it took just three to four minutes for a fire to spread from the Pacific Avenue turnaround to the first home in the Kiwanda Shores development, where, thanks to a quick response, firefighters put a stop to the blaze. For residents who purchase legal fireworks, the Stock photoi OSFM encourages everyone THE USE OF FIREWORKS are prohibited on state beaches, as well as in state parks and campgrounds. Visitors to the to practice the four Bs of beach for the 4th of July weekend are urged to “keep it legal and keep it safe.” safe fireworks use: • Be prepared before lighting fireworks: keep a permit issued by the OSFM. Fireworks and charge offenders with a class B miswater available by using a garden hose or commonly called bottle rockets, Roman demeanor, which could result in a fine bucket. candles, and firecrackers are illegal in of up to $2,500 per violation and a civil • Be safe when lighting fireworks: Oregon, without a permit. penalty of up to $500. Those who misuse keep children and pets away from fireFor the last reported five years fireworks or allow fireworks to cause works. through 2019, there were 1,173 reported damage are liable and may be required to • Be responsible after lighting firefireworks-related fires in Oregon, resultpay fire suppression costs or other damworks: never relight a dud. Wait 15 to 20 ing in more than $4.9 million in propage. Parents are also liable for fireworks minutes then soak it in a bucket of water damage caused by their children. erty loss and contents damage. During before disposal. “All of us share the responsibilthat same period, fires resulting from • Be aware: use only legal fireworks ity to use only Oregon consumer legal fireworks resulted in one death and 36 and use them only in legal places. fireworks and use them carefully,” adds injuries. The data from structural fire Oregon law prohibits the possession, agencies do not include incidents that Walker. “Please also consider your neighuse, or sale of any firework that flies into bors and their pets before deciding on occurred on federal and other state the air, explodes, or travels more than 12 when and where you choose to light legal lands. feet horizontally on the ground without fireworks.” Officials may seize illegal fireworks
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Planning Commission hears testimony on Kingfisher Apartments proposal By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun The Tillamook County Planning Commission heard public testimony on June 25 for the proposed Kingfisher Apartments, a plan to build a 25-unit apartment complex on the corner of Sunset Drive and Pacific Avenue. The hearing is being continued to July 23 when the Planning Commission will reconvene with the expectation of voting on the matter. Because the courthouse remains closed to the public at this time, access to the hearing will be via teleconference (971-254-3149, conference ID: 162 123 896#) and live video (co.tillamook.or.us/). In the meantime, though no new testimony can be submitted, the public can submit written comment until July 9 at 4 p.m. on information already in the public record. Written testimony may be submitted to the Tillamook County Department of Community Development, 1510-B Third St., Tillamook, OR 97141. Oral testimony was closed at the close of the June 25 hearing. The applicant has until July 16 to submit their written rebuttal. Because building an apartment complex is not an outright use according to Tillamook County ordinance, a conditional use is required. Additionally, the applicants, Kevin and Katie Shluka, are asking for a variance that would allow them to reduce the street-side yard setback from 15 feet to 2 feet, allow for seven on-street parking spaces and increase the height limit from 24 to 32 feet. The project, first reported in the March 13 edition of the Sun, features apartments on the southeast corner of Sunset Drive and Pacific Avenue that have been designed as workforce housing in an effort by developers Kevin and Katie Shluka to address housing needs of the area. Rents are expected to start at approximately $800 for studios units, which comprise the majority of the
added. “The variance and planned units. JONES ARCHITECTURE conditional use request are The apartments will be very reasonable adjustments divided into three buildto provide thoughtful and ings and include off-street useful amenities with parkparking, much of which will ing for both disabled and be tucked under the buildambulatory renters. Parking ing. Public access will be on Sunset (Drive) and roadmaintained for the longtime side sidewalks are improvefishing spot at the site. ments (that) potentially will Following presentaseamlessly connect into the tions by both Tillamook planned walkway connecting County Department of Cape Kiwanda to Bob Straub Community Development (State) Park in the future.” staff and the applicants, And Nestucca Valley Planning Commissioners School District Superintenheard oral comments — both pro and con — via dent Misty Wharton, who teleconference. said she was commenting Amongst those voicing not in her official role, but as Rendering courtesy of Jones Architecture their support of the need for TILLAMOOK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION heard public testimony on June 25 a lifetime resident of South housing, but also espousing Tillamook County, offered her on the planned Kingfisher Apartments project in Pacific City. The 25-unit complex, if their belief that the chosen support of the project as well approved, will be built on the corner of Sunset Drive and Pacific Avenue. site was not a good fit, were as the developers. to the proposed location. Pacific City residents Melissa Kenney and “Having grown up and lived in this “We believe this project in the location Neil Morse. community for the past 42 years, housing that it is overwhelms the neighborhood “While I do not disagree that diverse has always been a problem for our middle(and) is not consistent with existing uses,” housing is needed in Tillamook County, to low-income individuals, but the need he said. and I applaud the Shlukas for their wellhas increased over the last decade,” she But others voiced their support, noting intended project, I object to the request said. “The need for access to a beautiful, the respect they have for the work that has for the variance and conditional use respectful, well thought out and planned, gone into the proposal. permit regarding the Kingfisher apartment local community housing is ginormous. I “I have attended two (Tillamook complex,” Kenney said. “I do not believe wholeheartedly support Kevin and Katie County) Housing Task Force meetings, and that this parcel in Pacific City can support Shluka with this project and having known have read the housing report,” said Nesthe proposed project without significant them for many years trust 100 percent kowin resident Randall Koch. “It is my take negative impacts to neighbors, residents on that the level of thoughtfulness, planning, that the Kingfisher is an optimal opportuSunset Drive and traffic both now and in research, and dedication that has gone into nity to provide workforce housing to South the future.” developing the plan would far surpass most Tillamook County. In reading the recomAnd in looking at the variance request, humans that would take on this project. mendation from the Housing Task Force she took issue with the height increase the When this structure is built, I know that and upon visiting the site of the project, I proposal is requesting. they will be excellent stewards for our combelieve the Kingfisher addresses the needs “Designing a building that is too tall munity and foster a successful relationship of the renters. — requiring a 30 percent height variance with the neighbors and tourists.” “Providing proven material for the — is entirely self-created. There are many For more information and to see the construction and finish, the Kingfisher has other economically and physically feasible county’s complete notice, as well as the a look that fits the neighborhood both in designs for this parcel,” she opined. complete application, visit co.tillamook. character and height that matches many For his part, Morse noted that he’s not or.us/gov/ComDev/hidden_Kingfisher. of the surrounding existing buildings,” he opposed to the project itself but does object htm.
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Little Nestucca Highway to close for bridge repairs Oregon Department of Transportation will be closing OR 130 (Little Nestucca Highway) starting on Monday, July 6 at 7 a.m. to repair the deteriorating wood sub structure and perform steel strengthening on four single lane bridges between milepost 4.15-7.55. The bridge repair project is scheduled to be finished by July 30. Crews will begin work on the bridge at milepost 4.15 and finish with Photo by Tim Hirsch the fourth and final bridge at OR 130 (LITTLE NESTUCCA HIGHWAY) will be closed for a bridge milepost 7.55. repair project beginning July 6. OR 130 connects OR ODOT is telling travelers that they should 22 (at Dolph Junction) with expect delays. U.S. 101 near Pacific City. During the full Access for pedestrians, including closure, travelers will detour using OR 22 those with disabilities, will be available and U.S. 101. Variable message signs are and identified through or around the work being posted at various key locations to zones. warn travelers of the closure and detour.
County officials issue statements opposing racism
In a series of statements recently released to the media, Tillamook County governmental agencies have voiced concerns over racism and acknowledged the recent violence against the African-American community. In a June 24 release, the Tillamook Board of Commissioners said they unanimously affirm that Black lives matter in Tillamook County and pledged to do everything in their power to protect the rights of people of color in the community. “We are fortunate that we have not had any terrible incidents of racial violence in our county like the tragic deaths of Black citizens in other parts of the country,” said board chair Bill Baertlein. “I like to think that is because we have a culture of kindenss and decency in Tillamook County, and those are the values I want to uphold. However, we are all aware that racism exists, sometimes hidden and sometimes right out in the open. As a commissioner, I want to say, ‘Not here; we will not tolerate racism in our community.’” And Commissioner David Yamamoto, who is the BOCC liaison to law enforcement, also spoke out on the matter. “My biggest issues as a commissioner (are) the life, health and safety of every citizen in Tillamook County; by definition, that includes Black lives,” he said. “Moreover, I am committed to the life, health, and safety of all people of color in our community and otherwise vulnerable populations.” “Our Sheriff’s Office does a great job protecting all of the citizens of Tillamook County,” Yamamoto added. “They strive to operate from the values of duty, honor and service in everything they do. We can and should be proud of law enforcement in Tillamook County. But racism is insidious, and we all have to be vigilant to root it out when it crops up.” “One of the things I love about Tillamook County is that we are all community minded,” said Commissioner Mary Faith Bell. “We come together in extraordinary ways to help one another and to be of service. I believe that those values shine through these dark times and will serve us in becoming more aware of the experience of Black people and other minorities living in our community.” “The racial tension and social upheaval happening in our nation is an excellent opportunity for all of us to grow in empathy and awareness and think about the experience we want for our neighbors and their
children,” Bell added. “As an elected leader, I want everyone who lives here to feel safe and to be safe. I want all of our children, collectively, of every race, to feel loved and embraced and supported by our community. I want mothers and fathers and grandparents of color to feel valued and included. I want Tillamook County to be a safe place where love prevails, and the golden rule is our guiding principle: do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office also voiced their support for fairly treating all in a June 23 release. “The fundamental duty of Office of the Tillamook County Sheriff is to serve our fellow man; to safeguard the lives and property of those in our community; to protect the innocent, the weak, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality, and justice,” wrote Tillamook County Sheriff Jim Horton. “It is our goal that the members of our office will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence our decisions. We will be uncompromising on criminal activity and will relentlessly prosecute those who would prey upon others in our community, we will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities. We will strive to do what is right even when no one is looking, and we will hold each other accountable for our actions.” Horton also said his office also recognizes there are “a lot of concerning things happening in communities all over our state and country.” He said that the Sheriff’s Office believes “in the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who said, ‘Violence never brings permanent peace. It solves no social problem: it merely creates new and more complicated ones. Violence is impractical because it is a descending spiral ending in destruction for all. It is immoral because it seeks to humiliate the opponent rather than win his understanding: it seeks to annihilate rather than convert. Violence is immoral because it thrives on hatred rather than love. It destroys community and makes brotherhood impossible. It leaves society in monologue rather than dialog. Violence ends up defeating itself. It creates bitterness in the survivors and brutality in the destroyers.’”
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PANORAMIC VIEWS Luxury 4 Bed / 4.5 Bath home with everything you’d expect in an oceanfront dream home Lincoln City MLS 20-89
$1,124,000
WISHING OUR COMMUNITY A SAFE AND HAPPY
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Real Estate with a Reason
PANORAMIC VIEWS Ocean & River View Lots Becky Kirkendall
Principal Broker / Owner
503.701.1103 Becky@
ShorepineProperties.com
Mary Jones
Shae Lambert
Principal Broker
Real Estate Broker
503.550.7194
503.703.8299
Mary@
ShorepineProperties.com
Shae@
ShorepineProperties.com
Erin Fouchè
Colleen Hofer
Real Estate Broker
Real Estate Broker
503.510.8043
360.513.7632
Erin@
ShorepineProperties.com
Colleen@
ShorepineProperties.com
Real Estate with a Reason is at our core. We believe in meaningful transactions. We value our communities, clients, and the obligations those relationships require. We regularly donate a portion of our profits to charitable organizations both national & local.
LOT #39 or #40.....$ 99,900 LOT #20................ $169,500 • Fabulous clubhouse for owners • Fitness equipment • Indoor heated pool & jacuzzi • 9-hole putting course
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