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Vol. 14, No. 351 • September 11, 2020 • FREE!
Reach the Beach moves to new format
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THE PIKE ROAD FIRE near Bay City had burned an estimated 220-250 acres as of Friday morning, Sept. 11.
Fire near Bay City contained, burns more than 220 acres
“My Ride” format will allow riders to participate anytime between now and the planned date of Oct. 11 — either on a course of their choosing or one of the four established routes
Tillamook County’s offer on nearly 6-acre Pacific City parcel is accepted Tillamook County announced on Sept. 4 that its offer on what is known as the Jensen property has been accepted. The county, which will now conduct its due diligence on the property and anticipates closing on the parcel in six months, has noted that the Jensen family is well known in Pacific City for their community support, including their donation of the land where Kiawanda Community Center is located. Bordered to the north by Kiawanda Community Center and to the south by the county-owned Pacific City Turnaround, the Jensen property consists of a total of 14 parcels totaling nearly six acres located in Pacific City along Cape Kiwanda Drive. According to Tillamook County, the $3.25 million purchase price
will largely be financed via funds from the Tillamook County Transient Lodging Tax, a significant portion of which is collected in Pacific City, and a proposed county-wide parking fee program that is expected to create a pay-to-park program in Cape Kiwanda. According to Tillamook County Commissioners Chief of Staff Rachel Hagerty, that program is expected to go in front of commissioners later this month and go into effect on Jan. 1. Hagerty said that assuming this program goes forward, funds for the property purchase would come from parking fees in Pacific City and not from the county’s other parking facilities. “For several years, the county has set aside a portion of transient lodging tax dollars for unique opportunities
to improve the quality of life for our citizens and visitors,” says Tillamook County Commissioner Chair Bill Baertlein. “This is a great one we could not pass up.” Tillamook County now has six months to obtain a property value appraisal and environmental and zoning reviews. The county says it will also team up with the Pacific City/Woods Parking Advisory Committee and Pacific City/Woods Citizen Advisory Committee to envision potential uses for the property and develop a concept plan. “Some of the initial ideas we are considering are day use, parking, walking paths, preserved open space, and a transit stop,” added Tillamook County Commissioner David Yamamoto.
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The Pike Fire, which started late on Sept. 7 in the Pike Road / Doughty Road area east of Bay City, is reportedly now 5 percent contained as of Friday morning, Sept. 11. The Oregon Department of Forestry reports that the fire is estemated to have burned 220-250 acres. As of the morning of Sept. 11, ODF had a fire line surrounding the entire fire and, with favorable weather conditions, expects to make great progress. All local fire resources have been withdrawn leaving ODF, South Fork Prison Crews and private contractors to work the fires. Tillamook County Sheriff Jim Horton reported during a Tillamook County Community meeting on Sept. 11 that the fire was attributed to a downed power line due to high winds. “Overall, it went very well,” Horton said about the firefighting effort. “It was challenging because of the weather conditions, but the teamwork and collaboration and the pooling of resources here in the county is phenomenal. Everybody did a great job, and it really speaks to our ability to come together as a community in times of crisis.” In earlier efforts to fight the fire, as reported by the Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 9, the fire’s speed had been unpredictable due to changing wind speeds and directions, but it had been moving in a southeasterly direction and away from State Forest and residences. On the morning of Sept. 10, the Sheriff’s Office said that overnight the fire flared up moving to the north, but as of that morning, winds were calm and weather cooler, both of which were expected to give crews some relief. At this time, there has been a garage that was lost, but no known residences. Those that participated in the earlier stages of battling the blaze included Oregon Department of Forestry, Tillamook Fire District, Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District, Bay City Fire, Garibaldi Fire, Nehalem Bay Fire, Netarts Oceanside Fire, the Sheriff’s Office, Tillamook County Public Works, Tillamook City Public Works, Bay City Public Works, Tillamook City Police Department, Oregon State Police, South Fork Inmate crews, and many private heavy equipment operators and logging companies are currently battling the fires. A shelter has been established at Tillamook County Fairgrounds where they are accepting not only residents, but also horses, other livestock, and domestic pets. Also, the TCSO has sent several fire resources to assist North Lincoln Fire with the Otis Fire, and the north side of Lincoln City has been evacuated. As a result, officials are seeing some of their residents seeking refuge in Tillamook in that shelter and other locations.
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AN UNUSUAL SEPTEMBER HIGH EAST WIND EVENT that started late Labor Day toppled numerous trees in Pacific City.
TPUD works to restore service, assists emergency responders
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The Tillamook County Democratic Central Committee passed a resolution on Aug. 27concerning the creation of wellpaid jobs that are designed to both help the recovery of the economy and slow down the detrimental effects of climate change. TCDCC acknowledged that scientists advise that a minimum of 7.6 percent per year reduction of greenhouse gas emissions for the next 10 years is needed to avoid catastrophic climate-induced impacts. The Committee also noted that the Democratic Party of Oregon (DPO) has passed resolutions supporting the Green New Deal principles, which includes climate-smart investments in infrastructure and labor and which ensures a just transition off fossil fuels. The DPO also supports modernization of Forest Practices to address climate change and provide climate-smart jobs advancing selective logging in mixed forests that sequester carbon, protects watersheds and ends clearcutting. In its resolution, TCDCC stated that
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mook PUD says it is assisting emergency responders with fire safety matters and in determining which areas are safe to reenergize. “Our hearts go out to those who are displaced or otherwise adversely affected by the wildfires,” said Todd Simmons, general manager of TPUD. “Undoubtedly this year has been met with several unforeseen challenges to which our community has continually come together to work as a team. We would like to thank our team of customers and community members for their support and patience as we work to restore power. It is greatly appreciated.” For outage updates and status information, visit www.tpud.org/outages/power- outages/ and/or like and follow TPUD on Facebook or Twitter.
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Tillamook PUD has reported that, as of Thursday morning, Sept. 10, they continue to work on power restoration efforts throughout the County after a severe windstorm swept through the area. The first outages occurred late Monday evening, Sept. 7. Sustained east winds, gusting up to 92 mph in some locations, brought down trees and debris, which caused multiple widespread outages. Tillamook PUD, which provides power to more than 22,000 customers, said that at the height of the storm, approximately 15,000 of its customers were without power. To date, crews have restored service to nearly 97 percent of the utility’s customers, and outages are progressively declining as crews press on with repairs. Noting that wildfires continue to be a serious concern in the area, Tilla-
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elected representatives and government officials have a moral, scientific, and economic responsibility to all to reduce the worst impacts of both public health emergencies and climate change while specifically protecting vulnerable populations which include minorities, women, children, the aged, and people with underlying medical conditions. In the light of the above, the TCDCC called on all county officials and elected representatives to prioritize equitable and climate-smart investments of COVID-19 and other economic recovery funds in addition to supporting the immediate health and human needs of Tillamook County. In the resolution, TCDCC stated that COVID funds should be directed to climate-smart, sustainable infrastructure and labor-intensive strategies, which create long-term, well-paying jobs that recognize unions while, at the same time, supporting small businesses. For more information about these and other actions of TCDCC, visit TillCoDems. org.
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REACH THE BEACH is taking on a new format due to Covid-19 concerns, giving riders until Oct. 11 to participate in a ride to raise funds for the American Lung Assocation of Oregon.
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CLOVERDALE hosted socially distanced lovers of cars, trucks, and motorcyles on Saturday, Sept. 5 during the Historic Cloverdale Cruisin 2020.
Motoring through town Historic Cloverdale Cruisin attracts crowd, maintains safety protocols By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
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3 Reliability. Doug Olson supports a strong, reliable,
dependable, and hardened electric system. A system to meet the demands of our harsh storms and salt air.
3 Affordability. Doug Olson supports a rate structure which
remains affordable for all, including our businesses. A rate structure which is based on public power from the Federal Columbia River System.
3 Safety. Doug Olson supports a safe, well designed, and
protected system for both customers and employees who service the system.
3 Neskowin Transmission Line and Intertie.
An estimated 50-60 cars lined the streets of Cloverdale on Saturday, Sept. 5 as motorheads marveled at each other’s carefully crafted cruisers, trucks and more during the Historic Cloverdale Cruisin 2020. The brainchild of local business- THE NESTUCCA RURAL FIRE man and artist Tom Goodwin, the PROTECTION event was marked not just by unique DISTRICT exhicars, their dedicated owners, and a bited a Jaws of spirit of fun, but a dose of caution, Life set at the too. “We’ve had bigger cruise-ins, event. Attenbut I don’t think we ever had a better dees donated one,” Goodwin said. “People were $1,901 toward thoughtful. They social distanced the purchase of really well, and most people used a second set for masks.” the fire district. He said he was also appreciative of the support the crowd showed the Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District and their efforts to raise money to purchase a second “Jaws of the ones that were big and beautiful with Life” set. According to Goodwin, atfancy suspension, motors and paint jobs. tendees chipped in $1,901 for the eventual I like them all. There was a pretty diverse purchase during the day. group of cars and people that were united Though the event was missing the by their commonality — which was their music and awards ceremony that have love for cruisers.” traditionally been a part of the event, Goodwin said he was also encouraged which has been historically been held on a by the family-friendly element of the event. Wednesday in August, Goodwin said nev“There were lots of kids with parents ertheless, the event really showcased the and other people explaining what cars camaraderie that car people have. were all about,” he said. “I thought it was “People came from Portland, Salem, Camas, Tillamook, and a lot of people from pretty neat.” Though plans are just beginning for Lincoln City and around here,” Goodwin next year, Goodwin said that, if possible, said. “They’re proud of their cars. They put he’d like to have it again on Labor Day a lot of ingenuity, hard work and money weekend. And for that, he is looking for a into them. “The cars ranged from very stock, with little help. “I would really like to see more people some subtle improvements that are done get involved in the organization of it,” he without spending too much money but said. “It would make a huge difference.” maybe a lot of time and thoughtfulness, to
Doug Olson supports the planned addition of a new transmission line to South Tillamook County and an intertie to Pacific Power in Lincoln County. Electric power from two directions enhances both reliability and safety for South Tillamook County.
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Reach the Beach goes to ‘My Ride’ format With safety concerns from Covid-19 of utmost concern, the American Lung Association has changed the format of its 30th anniversary Reach the Beach bicycle ride from a one-day affair to a “My Ride” event. The event, which normally features four rides that finish in Pacific City but all hail from different locations, had earlier been rescheduled for Oct. 11, but ALAO says that, even with the later date, concerns for the safety of riders, their families and the communities they ride through – and finish in — prompted the change from a one-day event to one where riders pick their riding route and day. Reportedly, the ALA, along with the CDC and state and local health professionals, made the decision to move away from an in-person event out of an abundance of caution. The “My Ride” format will allow riders to ride any time between now and Oct. 11. They also can ride wherever they choose. Each participant will choose their route, their route length and when they ride. That said, participants can opt to ride one of the four previously planned courses that were to end in Pacific City (a 100-mile trek from Tualatin, a 73-mile tour from Carlton, a 56-mile trip from Amity or a 29-mile ride from Grand Ronde) on a day and time they establish. However, because of COVID-19 restrictions, no support will be on course. As well, riders fundraising efforts will continue to count towards the event’s incentive gifts, which include a 30th anniversary t-shirt, and 2020 finisher’s medal. The “My Ride” format also includes four weeks of interactive online activities to help riders focus on training and fundraising. As of press time, the event had raised approximately 37 percent of its $831,000
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ORGANIZERS for American Lung Association of Oregon’s Reach the Beach fundraiser event have announced a new format this year to protect riders, volunteers and the towns they normally ride through from Covid-19 risks. Participants have until Oct. 11 to ride one of the four traditional routes or one of their own choosing. goal. And in organizers efforts to create an interactive event, they have created the Reach the Beach – Oregon Strava club. Strava is a free application designed for cyclists and runners that allows users to track their miles as they train. The app can be used directly on your smart phone or users can alternatively link a GPS device with their smart phone to synch their mileage data. For more information on the ride or to register, visit https://action.lung.org/ site/TR?fr_id=18621&pg=entry.
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Tierra Del Mar citizens organize ‘Beach Watch’ campaign Volunteers in Tierra Del Mar have started a “beach watch” campaign to document illegal overnight camping on the beach, reckless driving and vehicles entering an area where no vehicles are allowed. Photographs of this activity are being uploaded onto a website gallery called “Tierra Del Mar Beach Watch.” Authorities are being notified each time photos are added to the gallery. The campaign was organized after Tillamook County Commissioners reopened access from Sandlake Road to the beach. The beach access from Sandlake Road to the beach was reopened by the Tillamook Board of County Commissioners after providing community members in Tierra Del Mar a one-day notice. Organizers say that community volunteers in the “beach watch” campaign are simply documenting the violations and are not engaging people or vehicles. Photos posted onto the gallery include detail photos of license plate numbers. The campaign reported that within three days of setting up the photo gallery, there were 19 photos posted showing illegal overnight camping, vehicles driving beyond a large sign saying “No Vehicles Allowed” and illegal overnight parking along the shoulder on Sandlake Road. While a portion of the beach has been opened, vehicle traffic north of the access point is prohibited as it is a protected habitat. Still, the effort is reporting that this has not stopped multiple vehicles from entering the protected area. “We expect the County and Oregon Parks and Recreation to take effective enforcement measures to protect the beach habitat and our community,” said Ed Ruttledge, a Tierra Del Mar resident and organizer of the website photo gallery. The website gallery is posted https:// eruttledge.zenfolio.com/p212129082.
PCJWSA board hears pitch for automatic meters, plans workshop By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun The Pacific City Joint Water-Sanitary Authority is continuing to move forward with the idea of upgrading to automatic water meters and discussed the cost and benefits of such an upgrade at its Sept. 1 meeting. Authority manager Kirk Medina told the Board of Directors that, in his research, at least one upgrade path would cost PCJWSA slightly less, over 20 years, than staying with the status quo. That upgrade option is projected to cost $686,510 including maintenance and labor compared with $689,469 to continue with the status quo. He noted that one of the reasons the amounts are so similar is that the Authority is currently spending $33,000 in labor each year to have the meters read manually. He said that, while it is notable that the estimated cost is $3,000 lower over 20 years when compared with the current manual system, it is the customer service and water conservation benefits that are the most noteworthy. “One of the huge advantages to installing an automated meter reading system is significant improvements in water conservation,” Medina told the Board. “Rather than seeing what customers are using once a month, we’ll be able to review consumption data on a daily basis. We’d receive a leak report that would show customers that did not drop down to zero usage within 24 hours.” Other benefits would be a customer portal in which customers would be able to review their own usage and the ability to open and close accounts “almost immediately.” He also touted an automated meter reading system for its ability to help identify leaks.
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AUTHORITY MANAGER KIRK MEDINA pitched a proposal for upgrading to automatic waters meters during a Sept. 1 PCJWSA board of directors meeting. “Every day we know how much water we’re having to produce and deliver to our water storage tanks, but, without seeing the daily usage of our customers, we could have a large leak out there, and we wouldn’t know it,” he said. “It would give us much earlier notification when we have distribution system leaks. Medina said it would be his proposal to start off with an automated meter reading system in which monthly “driveby reading” would be required to collect the data. He said following confirmation in the first year that everything is working well, he would upgrade to an Advanced Meter Reading Infrastructure (AMI) system in which a master radio system would collect the data. The advantage of the latter is that readings would be taken daily rather than monthly, which Medina said would open up many of the advantages of an automatic meter reading system. “(With the AMI system), you receive improved efficiency, much improved water conservation and reduced water loss, daily consumption reports, a customer portal, daily leak reports, improved distribution system leak detection, (and)
improved employee safety (as) there are several hazards associated with going onto properties and reading meters,” he said, adding that it also would detect unauthorized water use and provide a means for being able to detect that much sooner as well as backflow detection reporting. Board concerns included a desire for more detailed information as well as a concern, raised by Board Member Tom Donohue, about retiring current meters before the end of their life cycle. “I just have a reservation about scrapping 1,400 devices — 700 of which were just purchased 9 or 10 years ago, and they still have a usable life of an additional 20 years,” Donohue said, though he suggested some revenue could be earned back by selling the old meters as mixed brass. Because of this, he mentioned the possibility of a phased adoption of automatic meters. In response Medina said he thought, while a full adoption now comes with a cost, it is one that could be justified. “I don’t think what you’re proposing (a phase-in of automatic meters) is a bad idea, … but the thing that I think would offset any of that waste of some life remaining of existing meters is it costs us about $33,000 a year to manually read those meters. I think that will make up for any of that loss we would see from (scrapping still functional manual meters).” Following board discussion, it was decided to hold an informational workshop in approximately three weeks after Authority staff had a chance to share additional details about upgrade options with the board. As of press time, the workshop was planned for Sept. 22, but a time had yet to be confirmed. Medina also said he would also be looking into two different purchasing options — a cooperative procurement and low-bid process.
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PACIFIC CITY resident Doug Olson and Cloverdale resident Maile Samek are vying for the Tillamook People Utilities District Subdivison 1 board of director position. Ballots are due Nov. 3.
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South Tillamook County voters will decide who will represent the area on the Tillamook PUD Board of Directors when they mail in their ballots and go to the polls this November. Vying for the position of Subdivision 1 Director are incumbent Doug Olson, of Pacific City, and challenger Maile Samek, of Cloverdale. TPUD’s Subdivision 1 director serves the communities of Beaver, Pleasant Valley, Cloverdale, Hebo, Neskowin and Pacific City. Olson also currently serves on the Tillamook Lightwave Board of Directors, the Oregon People’s Utility District Association Board of Directors, and the Tillamook Regional Medical Center/ Adventist Health Tillamook Board of Directors. He is also the chair of the Tillamook County Budget Committee and is the treasurer of the Pacific CityNestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce. A partial list of his past professional and civic experience includes 10 years on the Tillamook County Economic Development Council, a stint with the Tillamook County Citizen Committee, past president of the Pacific City-Nestuccca Valley Chamber of Commerce, as a member of the Pacific City Joint WaterSanitary Authority Board of Directors, the Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District Budget and Planning Committees, the Nestucca Valley School District Bond Election Committee, and the Advisory Committee to the Tillamook County Small Business Development Center. Samek currently works as a real estate broker for Kiwanda Coastal Properties, where she also manages vacation rentals. She has served as a board member of the Cloverdale Water District since 2015. She says she also enjoys substitute teaching for the Nestucca Valley School District. As well, she’s served as a Community Arts Project volunteer and art teacher. Other experience includes eight years working for Manna Music, a gospel music publishing company, and plans to work for the Tim Spencer Music Co. in the future promoting western music. In interviews with the Sun, they both shared their reasons for running, as well as their goals for TPUD. Olson, who is nearing the completion of this third four-year term, says he is seeking reelection to help lead TPUD towards completion of a number of vital tasks including the Oceanside and Neskowin transmission lines. He noted that the Oceanside line, which has been in the works for 10 years, has been a long and fairly expensive process but one that PUD is now “at a point where we can make that happen.” He said the importance of that line is underscored by the fact that the Oceanside/Netarts area represents 10 percent of TPUD’s customer base. He said the Neskowin transmission line, which feeds all of South Tillamook
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County including Beaver, Hebo, Cloverdale and Pacific City is equally important. Additionally, he said he wanted to help position TPUD for the future, noting that Bonneville Power Administration, where TPUD gets their power, has contracts (through 2028) with approximately 140 utilities across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and more. He noted that if these don’t elect to purchase as much power from BPA moving forward, it could affect TPUD’s cost of power. “If BPA loses a substantial part of its customer base, they have a heavy fixed cost burden that gets passed on to its remaining customers — like TPUD,” he said. “There’s lots of options like how does solar factor in. It’s a big giant jigsaw puzzle we’re working on. I would like to see a plan in place so PUD doesn’t have to charge 30 percent more.” For her part, Samek said she is running because she sees it as an opportunity to serve her community. She also said that she loves what the PUD does now but also has an eye for energy efficiency strategies and new forms of energy. “My experience and education have prepared me to be a great listener, creative and truly solution focused,” she said. “I am excited to run in this campaign and I look forward to the new opportunity to serve my community as a director for the PUD Subdivision 1.” The candidates also pointed to their strengths, experiences and abilities. “I love to find solutions to problems, and I am really good at that and being creative,” Samek said. “I think that’s helpful when you are presented with any problems that might arise.” Olson said he counts his willingness to listen and commitment to making necessary meetings in Salem or Portland as amongst his important qualities. “I do my homework,” he said. “I’m pretty analytical. I make it my business to know what’s going on, what the options are, and how to make a decision. I have a pretty good feel for what’s important to people — it’s important to keep the power on and to keep the rates reasonable.” Each also pointed to their accomplishments as evidence for their suitability to the post. Olson noted that, during his tenure on the TPUD Board of Directors, there has been no serious labor issues, no financial issues, 12 years of “absolutely clean audits,” and a very good safety record. And Samek pointed to her leadership abilities, a skill she says she got naturally from motherhood as well as serving on nonprofit boards. “I have a very diverse background, too, which is helpful, because I’ve had a lot of experience in different areas.” Ballots for the race will be mailed on Oct. 14. County voters have until Oct. 29 to mail ballots and until Nov. 3 to drop their ballots in drop boxes.
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Dear Neighbors, It has been my privilege to serve as your South County representative on our Tillamook PUD Board of Directors. I’m asking for your vote on November 3. My goals for the next fours years are quite straightforward. • Continue to enhance and expand a reliable system recognizing the importance of dependable electric power to all homes and businesses. • Maintain an affordable rate structure for both homes and businesses. • Strengthen a system which values safety for both consumers and the employees who service the system. • Completion of the Neskowin transmission line and intertie to Pacific Power in Lincoln County. That connection will provide much needed reliability and safety for all of S. County. • Expand fiber optic cable to homes and businesses to increase availability of high-speed internet. • Continue aggressive community engagement. Tillamook PUD has been a good neighbor and employer for over 70 years. TPUD supports student scholarships and work study programs, a strong apprenticeship program for workers, community grants, local festivals, parades and much more. Through the Community Grant program TPUD has helped fund Neskowin Valley school improvements, an outdoor electric sign at the Kiawanda Community Center, improvements to the Pacific City airport, a powered gate for the Nestucca Valley Community Alliance and much more. Tillamook PUD is a consumer owned electric utility. Unlike neighboring counties, nearly all power comes from the Federal Columbia River System through the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). Our rates are 25 – 30 percent lower than communities powered by Pacific Power or Portland General Electric. I am a strong supporter of public power. I will continue to spend four days a month in Portland and Salem meeting with BPA, state and federal officials and other utilities to understand, manage and control a very complex electric grid throughout the Pacific Northwest, Canada and California. I also support a fair and balanced contract for our represented employees. A contract which recognizes the risks in difficult outside work in harsh weather, unpredictable hours and which offers strong protections, good benefits and opportunities for all TPUD employees. Your PUD is financially strong and ready for future challenges. A recent refinance of existing debt drew responses from 14 lenders seeking TPUD’s business. My background as a local small business owner for 23 years, a degree in Business Administration, employment with large corporations, county government and a school district bring knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to my job as your Tillamook PUD Director. I also served as a director of the Pacific City JWSA prior to TPUD. I have also served on a number of local and state boards, committees and work groups including the Chair of the Tillamook County Budget Committee. I currently represent Tillamook PUD on the board of Tillamook Lightwave which is an organization owned jointly by Tillamook PUD, Tillamook County and the Port of Tillamook Bay. It’s part of the fiber optic high speed internet backbone in our county which serves major employers, government agencies, schools and more. We’re currently working on possible expansion of the fiber network which will help students with distance learning under Covid-19 requirements as well as the expansion of high-speed internet across Tillamook County. Since we are living in unusual times and cannot meet in a group setting for a discussion of issues, I’m offering my personal phone and email to you. Please call or email your questions and comments and I will try to respond within 24 hours. Email: dougolson-oregon@outlook.com Phone: 503.965.9919 Thank you again for your support in the past. I very much appreciate it. I ask for your vote November 3. Doug Olson, Pacific City Paid for by Doug Olson for Tillamook PUD Director
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FEMA authorizes Federal Funds to help fight Pike Road and Echo Mountain Complex fires, amongst others The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for numerous fires throughout Oregon including the Pike Road Fire in Tillamook County and the Echo Mountain Complex Fire in Lincoln County. FEMA Region 10 Administrator Mike O’Hare determined that the fires threatened to cause such destruction as would constitute a major disaster. He approved the state of Oregon’s requests for federal Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAG) for the Echo Mountain Complex Fire on Photo courtesy of Tillamook Co. Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Sept. 8 and the Pike Road Fire on Thursday, Sept. 10. THE PIKE ROAD FIRE was authorized to receive federal funding The Pike Road Fire started by FEMA on Thursday, Sept. 10. on Tuesday, burning in excess of 220 acres of state and private dent’s Disaster Relief Fund and are made land. At the time of the request, the fire available by FEMA to assist in fighting fires was threatening over 1,355 homes in and that threaten to cause a major disaster. around the communities of Bay City, HobEligible items can include expenses for sonville and Idaville. Immediate threats are field camps; equipment use, repair and to Bay City, as well as the local water supply replacement; mobilization and demobiliand watersheds in the surrounding hills. zation activities; and tools, materials and The Echo Mountain Comsupplies. plex Fire started on Tuesday, burnIn addition to reimbursement funding ing over 1,350 acres of federal and private for fighting the fire, $1,259,362 in mitigaland, which includes the Kimberling Road tion assistance will be available to Oregon. Complex Fire, as well as unnamed fires The Disaster Recovery Reform Act of burning in Lincoln County. At the time of 2018 authorizes FEMA to provide Hazard the request, the complex threatened more Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Postthan 250 homes in and around the town Fire funds to eligible states and territories of Otis. The fire also threatened homes that receive Fire Management Assistance near Highway 18, Panther Creek, Rose declarations and federally recognized Lodge, and Willis Creek in the area. Levtribes that have land burned within a desel One, Two, and Three evacuations were ignated area. issued for at least 250 homes. FEMA encourages HMGP PostThe number of FMAGs approved for Fire funds be used for the mitigation of the state of Oregon now totals 15, most of wildfire and related hazards, such as flood them approved the week of Sept. 7-11. or erosion. However, HMGP is available for FMAGs are provided through the Presi- risk reduction of any hazard.
Pacific City-Woods PAC discusses pay-to-park program The Pacific City-Woods Parking Advisory Committee, at its Aug. 19 meeting, discussed details surrounding the Cape Kiwanda pay-to-park program, a program that will eventually become one of the early implemented features of the Pacific City-Woods Parking Management Plan. Though details have yet to be finalized, the group touched on the current proposal which is calling for a $10 per day fee at all Tillamook County Parks (currently $4) including the Cape Kiwanda parking lot. If the current proposal eventually wins approval by county commissioners, users will also be able to purchase an annual pass for $55 (up from $45). The current proposed cost for disabled veterans and seniors over 65 remains $45. Following the meeting, Rachel Hagerty, chief of staff for the Tillamook
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County Commissioners, told the Sun that amongst both the Pacific City-Woods PAC and the Tillamook County Parks Advisory Committee, there is general support for the proposal. The Parks Advisory Committee is considering a letter of recommendation. Should that come to fruition, the issue would then be forwarded on to Tillamook County Commissioners. The Pacific City-Woods PAC will next meet Sept. 30, 1-3 p.m., at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. The public is welcome to attend; masks are required and everyone’s temperature will be taken before entering the building. Interested individuals can also tune in by phone. The teleconference number is 1-971-254-3149 Conference ID 723 310 470#.
Solving the problem of beach litter SOLVE is inviting all to join statewide volunteer event Registration is now open for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup, happening from Saturday, Sept. 19 through Sunday, Oct. 4. This statewide volunteer event includes beach cleanups, inland cleanups, and habitat restoration events, all of which keep Oregon’s watersheds clean and healthy. Locally, the Be The Change Community and Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa is cooperating with SOLVE in hosting a Pacific City beach cleanup, Saturday, Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Check-in is at the Dorymen’s Memorial near the beach. The event is billed as a familyfriendly event suitable for volunteers of all ages. Hauling, disposal and recycling services for this cleanup are being donated by Nestucca Valley Sanitary Service and Tillamook County. The event as a whole has seen more than 140,000 Oregonians participate since its inception in 1984, collecting in excess of 900 tons of litter and debris. SOLVE says this longstanding Oregon tradition has seen renewed excitement each year, reflecting how important taking care of the environment is to Oregonians. The Beach & Riverside Cleanup, along with all SOLVE events, requires all volunteers and volunteer leaders to adhere to safety guidelines. These guidelines include wearing a face covering at the event, maintaining social distancing, and providing only sanitized tools, among other measures. Even with Safety Guidelines in place, SOLVE volunteers have still proven motivated to keep Oregon clean. This summer, from June 1 through August 31, SOLVE supported volunteer efforts along the Oregon Coast as part of their Summer Beach Cleanup Series, presented by AAA Oregon. In total 550
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SOLVE will host its annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup from Sept. 19 – Oct. 4. Locally, this includes a Pacific City beach cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Pictured above are volunteers from a recent cleanup at Winema Beach.
volunteers removed more than 5,700 pounds of litter and marine debris during 31 cleanup projects coastwide. This fall, SOLVE says it is excited to expand their litter cleanup efforts from covering not only the coast but inland as well. To sign up for the Beach & Riverside Cleanup or lead a project of your own, visit solveoregon.org. Volunteers are welcome to browse a list of projects and sign up for a project near them. Event sponsors include Oregon Parks & Recreation Department, Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, Metro, Fred Meyer, Clean Water Services, Pacific Power, Chevron, and Wells Fargo. SOLVE is a statewide nonprofit organization that brings people together to improve our environment and build a legacy of stewardship. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots organization to a national model for volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains tens of thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, and to build a legacy of stewardship for our state and future generations. Visit solveoregon.org for more information.
Tillamook Co. Democratic Central Committee passes resolution supporting BLM, end to systemic racism
The Tillamook County Democratic Central Committee passed a resolution on Aug. 27 in which it declared support for Black Lives Matter. The Committee says the action comes as part of a long history of combating racism by the National Democratic Party. The resolution reads: “Democrats will fight to end institutional and systemic racism in our society. We will challenge and dismantle the structures that define lasting racial, economic, political, and social inequity. Democrats will promote racial justice through fair, just, and equitable governing of all public-serving institutions and in the formation of public policy.” In its process, TCDCC says it drew from a platform plank of the Oregon Democratic Party, which reads: “We oppose racially-targeted policing, prosecutorial overcharging, coercive plea bargains, biased jury selection, and sentencing practices that result in a disproportionate number of African American, Latino, Native American, other people of color, and economically disadvantaged people entering and being trapped in the criminal justice system.” TCDCC also noted and supported the
fact that both the Tillamook County Commissioners and the County Sheriff’s Department have recently each pledged to protect the rights of people of color and to serve all county citizens. The TCDCC resolution spelled out some specific actions: “We support local efforts to organize a public forum to discuss areas where systemic racism exists within the criminal and civil justice systems in Tillamook County and how it can be addressed. We unequivocally support removal of symbols that could be perceived to celebrate historic racial oppression and genocide from public property in Tillamook County. We support changing systems to dismantle systemic racism. This includes, but isn’t limited to, re-envisioning policing and tackling racial disparities in education, environment, healthcare, the criminal justice system, employment, and housing. We deplore those individuals and groups that have violently hijacked peaceful Black Lives Matter demonstrations.” For more information, visit TillCoDems. org.
7nank,you to our Pacific City andTillamook County Neighbors! 2020 is a good year for Neskowin Beach Golf Course. The course has been open since July 2nd and many people have enjoyed the "Jewel of the Oregon Coast''. We are hoping to stay open through October, weather permitting. Please check our website and Facebook page for more information. www.neskowinbeachgolf.com I www.facebook.com/neskowinbeachgolfcourse On Mondays through Thursdays, please bring in this AD and with the purchase of one 9 hole round of golf, get the 2nd round for half-price! C all us anytime: 503 .392.3377 This offer expires at the end of the 2020 season!
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Commissioners declare local state of emergency due to fire Tillamook County Board of Commissioners declared a local state of emergency within Tillamook County on Wednesday, Sept. 9 that states: “Following extremely high winds and dry conditions several fires broke out on September 8, 2020. The fires continue to present a clear and present danger of great damage to the health and safety of the citizens and property of Tillamook County.” The resolution requests the Oregon
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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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