Joseph Sluka, CEO of St. Charles Health Systems, to speak at Sunriver Men’s Club luncheon Feb. 16 at Crosswater Grille
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE SROA News ................ 4-5 Calendar ..................... 13 SHARC News ............... 22
Public Safety ............... 27 Classified .................... 37 Editorial ..................... 39
Art exhibit at the Sunriver library features the wood art of Scott Powers and photography by Mark Darnell
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S U N R I V E R
S C E N E A NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION
FEBRUARY • 2017
VOLUME XLIII • NUMBER 2
Wanted: Candidates for the SROA Board of Directors SROA NEWS – Are you willing to make a commitment to your association? Looking for a chance to work toward making Sunriver the best place possible? Then this is your opportunity to become a candidate in the August election of new members to the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors. To seek consideration by the SROA Nominating Committee, complete a Board Applicant Information Form, as well as other required forms, and submit them to the SROA office by April 3. Or you may choose to contact a member of the committee (listed below) to indicate your interest in running for election or to learn about the steps required to become a candidate. To have your name placed on the ballot without going through the nomination process, you need to file a Petition for Candidacy with 100 property owner signatures (only one signature per property) at the SROA office by 4 p.m. on May 1. You are also required to complete a Candidacy Form for the Board of Directors, a Conflict of Interest Form, a Confidentiality Form, and a Code of Conduct and Ethics Form. All forms are available by contacting the SROA office on Abbot Drive or at 541-593-2411. If you know someone who you think would make a good candidate for election to the board, please contact one of the members of the Nominating Committee. Preferred qualifications for candidacy • Has leadership experience in a business, profession or organization • Is willing to commit to the duties and responsibilities of the position by preparing for and attending monthly board workshops and meetings, as well as other specific assignments • Has the ability to work collaboratively to address complex issues and effectively problem solve • Exhibits collegiality and tolerance of differing views Turn to Candidates, page 4 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLIlI • NUMBER 2 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
SUSAN BERGER PHOTOS
Snow blows off the trees following the storm, which left behind 44 inches of snow.
The snow load pushed the chimney and its surrounding gable structure right off the roof of this home.
Winter storms bring ‘snowmageddon,’ ice dams
By Susan Berger, Scene Staff SUNRIVER – While some are calling it “snowmageddon” others are taking it in stride as what a normal Sunriver winter “should be.” Since the first official snow of the season in late November/early December, Sunriver has received more than 80 inches of snow, with the largest snowfall of the season over three days between Jan. 9 and Jan. 11. Although we’ve only reached the halfway mark of the 1992-93 record season of 12 feet, the storm did leave Sunriver with a record-breaking single dump of 44 inches. According to the National
Weather Service, it also left up to two feet in Bend, 20 inches in Redmond and 37 inches in Sisters. Several Sunriver businesses, including SROA and SHARC, closed early on Jan. 10 as some employees were unable to report to work and allow those who did to go home early. Sunriver rode out the storm relatively well, but other communities in the region weren’t so lucky. Schools and some businesses around the county were shut down for as long as a week, several buildings collapsed and others were closed until they could be checked for structural integrity. City road crews struggled
with what to do with all the snow. In response to the storm, Sunriver Owners Association’s (SROA) Public Works implemented 12-hour plow shifts around-the-clock during the three-day storm to keep Sunriver roads clear. After three days the snow finally stopped, allowing crews a breather and the opportunity to work at widening roads, clearing pathways, RV storage yards and other areas. Between Jan. 1 and Jan. 15, more than 1,320 manhours were logged by Public Works. “Public Works did fabulous, especially Turn to Storm, page 3
Big band music, dinner a Sunriver Valentine’s Day tradition SUNRIVER – Dancing to a traditional big band and enjoying a fantastic four-course meal in Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall, Sunriver Music Festival’s fifth annual Valentine’s Dinner Dance and Concert is a wonderful choice in Central Oregon for a romantic night out. Presented by the Sunriver Music Festival and Sunriver Resort, the evening gets underway Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 5:30 p.m. and includes a gourmet-crafted four-course dinner by the Sunriver Resort, a hosted happy hour, a full concert and dancing to the 18-piece Salem Big
Band. The Salem Big Band has been performing throughout the northwest since 1989. For this special evening of romance, the band has created a lineup of favorite big band love songs. Bring your favorite Valentine, come
alone or bring your friends and your dancing shoes to enjoy a memorable evening. Tables for two or eight are available. Tickets are $75 per person, but they go quickly, so call the ticket office at 541-593-9310, email tickets@sunriver music.org, or go online at www.sunriver music.org to make your Valentine’s Day memorable. Make it a romantic weekend by booking a lodging package at the Sunriver Resort. Check www.sunriver-resort. com for the special Sweet Retreat lodging package. PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213