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INSIDE THIS ISSUE SROA News ................... 4 Calendar ..................... 13 SHARC News ............... 22
Public Safety ............... 27 Classified .................... 38 Editorial ..................... 39
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S C E N E A NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION
JANUARY • 2018
VOLUME XLIV • NUMBER 1
Sunriver Police chief placed on administrative leave By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene Following an executive session held Tuesday, Dec. 5, the Sunriver Service District Board of Directors announced they had placed Sunriver Police Chief Marc Mills on paid administrative leave effective Sunday, Dec. 3 and until further notice. The single agenda item stated that the executive session was “To hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, ORS 192.660 (2)(b). On Dec. 7, the Department of Justice announced it was formally opening an investigation on this matter and would be working in conjunction with the Deschutes County District Attorney’s office. Deschutes County district attorney John Hummel released the following statement: “Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum is heading the fact gathering phase of the investigation into the allegation against Sunriver Police Chief Marc Mills. Once she completes her work she T C,
Sunriver water rate case settled The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has approved and adopted an 8.79 percent rate increase for Sunriver Water LLC, down from the original 24.7 percent the company requested in early 2017. Sunriver Water LLC, a subsidiary of Sunriver Resort Limited Partnership, filed an application (UW 169) on Feb. 16, 2017 for a general rate revision to increase its annual revenue $424,471 or 24.7 percent. According to the PUC’s adopted stipulation document, the reT W, SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLIV • NUMBER 1 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
Board retiring SHARC loan ahead of schedule SROA NEWS – Following months of due diligence and research, the SROA Board of Directors unanimously approved at its Dec. 16 board meeting to pay off the remaining Bank of America SHARC loan balance in January 2018. The board was waiting to consider paying off the loan on the completion of the reserve study, 2017 projected year-end surplus amount and a forecast of the upcoming association operating cash needs. SROA also consulted with legal counsel prior to making the decision. The $1.8-million-dollar balance, and any required pre-payment penalties, will come from previously collected SHARC assessments and unrestricted monies in the SROA Maintenance Fund. Future SHARC assessment payments will pay back the Maintenance Fund and remaining assessments will be restricted
to SHARC reserve replacement items. History of the Bank of America loan In 2010, SROA’s members approved the Amphitheater Project ballot measure authorizing construction of what is now called the Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Facility (SHARC) for an amount not to exceed $18.9 million; in that same ballot measure, members approved a special assessment not to exceed $4,395 per residential property owner to finance the construction (final assessment was $4,258). The association secured financing for the project from Bank of America. The financing consisted of a fixed-rate loan for $6,133,000 at an annual interest rate of 3.55 percent, together with a variable-rate loan for the remainder, up to the total of $18,900,000. Certain conditions applied to pre-payments on the loans.
Special-assessment payments by SROA members have provided the revenue to make payments on the Bank of America loans. SROA’s members who are residential property owners had four options for paying their special assessments: • Lump-sum payment by Jan. 31, 2012 • Series of five annual payments, with the final payment in January 2016 • Series of 15 annual payments due in January of each year • Series of 180 monthly payments About half of SROA’s members (2,072 property owners) chose the lump-sum payment plan and paid their SHARC special assessments in full by January 2012, with the amount paid totaling $8.82 million. Another 839 owners opted for the five-year plan; the payments T P,
Sunriver’s beloved swan Chuck killed by illegal gunshot Chuck, the male trumpeter swan that has resided on Lake Aspen in Sunriver since 2013, was illegally shot on Thanksgiving and fatally wounded. Chuck, together with his mate Gracie and their four cygnets, had been exploring outside of Lake Aspen. Although they are wild, the swans are also flightless and generally only move among the waterways in Sunriver. Sunriver Nature Center staff had been monitoring their location and working to recover the swans to return them to Lake Aspen. On Thanksgiving, the Nature Center received reports of an injured swan approximately two miles downriver from Lake Aspen in Sunriver. Staff were able to retrieve Chuck and transport him to a veterinarian for examination. However, after extensive consultation with experts, it was decided that Chuck’s injuries were beyond repair and that intervention would cause further suffering for the swan. He was humanely euthanized. The Sunriver Police Department, in partnership with Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and a generous gift of $500 from the East Cascades Audubon Society, were initially offering a reward up to $1,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) who shot Chuck. On Dec. 20, the Trum-
Two of the swan cygnets have been recaptured and returned to Lake Aspen.
peter Swan Society and Oregon Hunters Association Bend Chapter each added an additional $500 – bringing the reward total to $2,500. The Nature Center has been gratified by the hundreds of remembrances, stories, photos and art pieces received via Facebook. In addition, the center has received monetary contributions that will be used to memorialize Chuck, tell his story, and continue to support trumpeter swan conservation in Oregon Chuck and his mate Gracie were
placed at Lake Aspen as part of a breeding program supported by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to reintroduce trumpeter swans in the area. Their first successful breeding attempt produced two cygnets in 2016 which were subsequently transferred to Summer Lake Wildlife Area. Four cygnets hatched on July 4, 2017. The Nature Center Staff and volunteers have been monitoring Gracie and the four cygnets on the river. Two of the T C, PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213
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SROA NEWS – The Nomating Committee of the Sunriver Owners Association is looking for candidates to run for the 2018-2021 SROA Board of Directors. Any Sunriver property owner, both resident or non-resident, are eligible to serve. The SROA board meets every third Friday and Saturday of the month. The Friday work session is for discussion and review of Saturday’s agenda items. The Saturday meeting is to finalize and approve policy decisions and receive comments from owners. Now is the time to throw your hat in the ring as a potential candidate for the SROA Board of Directors in the August election. The Nominating Committee will interview and recommend potential candidates to the board who will eventually be placed on the ballot and voted on by Sunriver’s owner membership. There are three ways to make this happen: 1. Fill out a Board Application Candidacy Form and Conflict of Interest Form and return them to the SROA office for processing by the Nominating Committee. 2. Contact one of the Nominating Committee members listed to indicate your interest or to
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reintroduction program. The Trumpeter Swan Society and Oregon Department of Fish CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 cygnets have been recovered and Wildlife have begun lookand returned to Lake Aspen. ing for new mate possibilities Gracie and the other two cyg- for Gracie. The Sunriver Nature Center nets are still in the process of wishes to thank the community being recovered. All of the of Sunriver for its support durswans appear in good health, are behaving normally, and ing this difficult time. have plenty of food. Although trumpeter swans Be assured of your typically mate for life, if one home security with member of the pair dies, the survivor will find another mate. The hope is that the Nature Center will be able to pair Gracie up with a new mate on Lake Assurance1 Aspen to continue contributing 2nd Home Security to Oregon’s trumpeter swan
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received from the five-year payers totaled $3,890,000 as of the end of the five-year period. In addition to the payments in full by the lump-sum payers and the five-year payers, some owners in the 15-year and 180-month categories have accelerated their payments of their SHARC special assessments; in some instances, these early payoffs occurred in the course of property sales. As of Nov. 30, 2017, the amount remaining due from 15-year and 180-month payers totals $3.6 million. Payments by those owners are scheduled to continue until 2026. The association has taken advantage of the cash generated by payments by the lump-sum payers and the five-year payers, as well as the regular payments by other owners, to reduce the balances due to Bank of America. On several occasions, the association has accelerated payments on the loan. As a result of these payments, the association was able to pay off the variable rate loan in 2016 and has been able to reduce the remaining balance on the fixed-rate loan to $1.8 million as of Nov. 30, 2017.
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learn more about the steps required to become a candidate as well as the duties of a board member. 3. Get 100 of your friends and neighbors (only one signature per property allowed) to sign your Petition for Candidacy. All required forms are available at the SROA office. Call 541-593-2411 to have forms mailed to you or stop by the office at 57455 Abbot Drive to obtain them. Forms are also available at www.sunriverowners.org. Go to Online Office to Resource Center and click on Committees, then Nominating Committee and the Board Application Form. Here are some important deadline dates: • March 30: Candidates seeking nomination by application must submit their completed forms to the Nominating Committee. • April 3, 4 p.m. The deadline for those seeking candidacy by petition to file their petitions at the SROA office. • April 21: The slate of candidates will be announced at the SROA Board of Directors meeting. Contact any of the nominating committee members below if you have further questions.
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So long 2017, welcome 2018 New Year’s is traditionally a time for reflecting on the past year, looking forward to the upcoming year, and putting together to-do lists, with some football thrown in for good measure. In this month’s message, I’d like to reflect on some of SROA’s accomplishments Pat Hensley in 2017, look forward to a few of our planned initiatives for 2018, and offer a brief 2018 to-do list for SROA’s members. My president’s message in the December Scene discussed SROA’s rock-solid finances. Our current strong financial condition sets the stage for implementing some of our long-range planning initiatives, while still providing SROA with the day-to-day wherewithal to maintain a high-quality level of essential services. This all contributes to further enhancing our quality of life in Sunriver. 2017 Accomplishments 2017 was a busy and productive year for our association. The following are just a few highlights of SROA’s accomplishments in 2017: • On behalf of its members, the SROA Board intervened in the water rate proceeding before the Oregon Public Utility Commission to ensure that SROA members receive safe and adequate water service at a fair and reasonable rate. As a result of SROA’s efforts, the requested 24% revenue increase by the water company was reduced to 8.79%. A more in-depth reporting on the water rate case can be found on page 1.
• The SROA Board entered into a multi-year extension of the association’s employment agreement with General Manager Hugh Palcic. • SROA staff assisted the Sunriver Nature Center by installing the swan webcam (just in time to broadcast the hatching of the cygnets). • SROA entered into a long-term SHARC café lease agreement to provide food service at the SHARC. • The SROA Board voted to pay in full – and close to a decade ahead of schedule – the remaining balance on the loan from Bank of America for financing the construction of the SHARC facility. • SROA commissioned the association’s reserve study and asphalt evaluation from respective industry experts in both fields. These two reports were essential in the board ultimately determining this December that SROA could safely retire the Bank of America – SHARC construction loan. • SROA coordinated the implementation of a plan to protect Oregon Spotted frog habitat, while reducing the invasive predator bullfrog population. • SROA conducted the latest in a series of comprehensive surveys of SROA’s owners. This survey plays a major role, aiding the board in identifying long range priorities for the association. These are just a few highlights of SROA’s accomplishments last year. For a more comprehensive review of what SROA has been up to, I encourage you to take a close look at General Manager Palcic’s 2017 SROA Annual Report, which should be ready in early February. Looking Forward to 2018 2018 is lining up to be another busy year for SROA. We have a lot on our plates, including: • Abbot/Beaver Intersection – I believe it is fair to
say that the #1 item on SROA’s calendar for 2018 is the Abbot/Beaver intersection. The recent owner survey conducted this past fall would certainly back this point up. Engineering plans for installing a pair of roundabouts to improve traffic flow and safety at that intersection are in the final stages. As to next steps with this initiative, owners will have a chance to provide input at a series of workshops scheduled for late December and early January. The engineers will then attempt to incorporate those ideas where possible into a finalized plan later this spring. After the finalized plans are completed and the contractors have provided SROA with not-to-exceed costings for the project, owners will have the final say as to whether this project is put into action by voting on this initiative later this summer. Should the results of the election authorize moving forward with this project, SROA staff anticipates commencing construction sometime in the fall of 2018. • Recycling Center – SROA’s staff continues to work with representatives of Deschutes County’s Department of Solid Waste and the county’s recycling contractor on plans for a more efficient recycling center. SROA’s contribution to the project will be to provide use of the land for the project. SROA is as eager as our members to find a solution to this nagging challenge: replacing the current recycling center will not only improve safety, efficiency and the overall experience, but also free up valuable space in SROA’s Public Works Department yard to embark on plans for a more efficient public works campus. • North Pool – Renovation of the North Pool is tentatively scheduled for the fall of 2019. But that means T M,
Monthly meeting highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017. Board members present: Pat Hensley, Jim Fister, David Jendro, Bob Nelson, Richard Wharton, Dwayne Foley, Mike Gocke, Gary Bigham. Absent: Jim Adams. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Susan Berger. Treasurer’s report Year-to-date through Nov. 30, 2017 (unaudited/estimated) • Operations Revenues $10,123,505 • Expenses sub-total $9,480,621 • Operations Surplus (deficit) $642,892 Owners forum –Randy Schneider thanked SROA Natural Resources and Patti Gentiluomo for planting ponderosa seedlings in Sunriver. Schneider urged the board to continue and expand upon its current practice. –Letter read into record from Marcia Francis her thoughts on the proposed improvements at Abbot and Beaver drives. Board actions –Approved minutes of the Nov. 17, 2017 work session as corrected. –Approved minutes of the Nov. 18, 2017 regular board meeting as written. –Approved the Nov. 30, 2017 financial statement (unaudited). –Approved adoption of the 2018 SROA operating fund and capital expenditure budget as presented and approved Page 4
by the SROA Finance Committee. –Approved fees for services and goods provided by SROA for the 2018 calendar year as submitted by staff. –Approved to affirm the Dec. 1, 2017 board action without a meeting authorizing SROA’s general manager to execute a settlement agreement and mutual release regarding inverse condemnation and trespass on Nine Iron Lane. –Approved Bank of America resolution documents and early loan payoff of $1.8 million. Authorized SROA general manager to arrange for a pay the $1.8 million balance owned on the Bank of America Loan, including the prepayment penalty, if any, from the unrestricted funds in the SROA Maintenance Fund in accordance with the formal resolution. Committee/board action requests –Approved resignation of Ray Seely as alternate on the Design Committee. The board thanked Seely for his years of service on the Design Committee and his years of dedication to the association participating on a number of SROA committees and task forces. Association operations Administration: Held HR training regarding sexual harassment and hostile work environment. Formally requested an audit of BendBroadband ROW fee history. Accounting: Presented draft 2018 operating and reserve budget. Prepped and mailed 2018 maintenance payment
coupons. Presented Reserve Study findings including the addition of IAMP and new capital projects into funding calculation. Completed audit of SSD financial statement dated June 30, 2017. Initiated auditor RFP process for the SROA audit. Communications: Research continues on a suitable replacement for SROA website. SROA facility signage was approved by the Design Committee and is moving forward. There will be 19 replacement and/or new signs for all SROA campuses and satellite facilities (tennis courts, playground, etc.). The SROA owner directory is delayed at the printer by several days due to an abundant workload and absentee workers. Community Development: Only four properties remain non-compliant for painting. 2018 contractor registration remains strong. Natural Resources: Ladder fuel reduction and tree thinning continues on commons. Planted 460 ponderosa seedlings on commons. Asbestos awareness training provided to staff and completed annual asbestos cap inspection at SHARC. Completed flagging property lines and marking trees for 2018 LFR projects. IT: Brad completed the Criminal Justice Information System. Staff is required to complete this training every two years so they can work on the computers of the Sunriver Police Department. In discussions with potential consultants who specialize in telecommunications infra-
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structure planning as to the development of the long-range infrastructure plan for Sunriver. ActiveNet improvement training and support for various departments Public Works: Straw bales in place at SHARC tubing hill. New poly trash cans installed at Fort Rock Park. The cans have special lids that divert snow and rain. Created roadway shoulder drainage in areas where water collected and cleaned up years of cinder along roadways to also facilitate drainage. Fleet has prepped all vehicles and heavy equipment for winter. Recreation/SHARC: Preparation for the sixth annual March Mudness is underway. Tubing hill open for the season and held successful Black Light Blast with 110 participants. Conducted numerous safety and building inspections and installed emergency lighting in mezzanine areas of SHARC. Rebound Physical Therapy contract ending Dec. 31. A search is underway to hire a parttime exercise instructor/personal trainer. Fitness classes will be increasing after Jan. 1. The meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circles 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved minutes of the meeting are posted, as available, on the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2018
Sunriver firefighters rescue deer; video goes viral By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene Firefighters are historically known for retrieving cats out of trees, but Sunriver Fire and Rescue can now add deer to their list of rescuees. On Friday, Dec. 8, Sunriver Police responded to the report of a deer stranded on an iced-over pond on the north end of Sunriver at Woodlands golf course. Upon arrival, it was apparent the deer was unable to stand and gain any traction to get off the ice under its own power. As luck would have it,
‘Era of Megafires’ film coming to Sunriver
This video screen grab shows firefighter J.J. Johnson as he approaches the deer and ultimately pushed it to shore.
Sunriver Fire and Rescue had purchased ice rescue equipment this past summer thanks to a $5,860 grant from the Firehouse Subs
Owner workshops for Abbot/Beaver intersection improvements SROA NEWS – SROA staff, along with project engineers, will be on hand for workshops to review the conceptual plan for traffic improvements at the intersection of Abbot and Beaver drives. The meetings are not only to inform and educate owners about the project, but to gather input in refining the plan. Items such as landscaping and entry experience aesthetics, pedestrian/bicyclist circulation and desired signage for the area all need to be answered. Dates and locations are also planned for meetings in Portland and Eugene. The dates are as follows: • Friday, Jan. 12, 6-7 p.m. at SHARC. • Friday, Jan. 26, 6-7 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza, 14811 Kruse Oaks Drive in Lake Oswego. • Saturday, Jan. 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Phoenix Inn, 850 Franklin Blvd. in Eugene. RSVPs are required for the Eugene and Lake Oswego meetings. For more information, email keithk@srowners. org with the date you wish to attend and the number of attendees in your party.
ATTENTION SUNRIVER PROPERTY OWNERS
The Sunriver Owners Association needs your help! Your association sends a variety of correspondence to you throughout the year — including the Sunriver Scene, maintenance payment coupons, annual ballot packages, etc. Each time a mailing goes out, there are dozens of pieces returned as “undeliverable” due to incorrect mailing addresses.
Anytime you move, change your email or mailing address, phone number, etc. please notify SROA immediately so you don’t miss out on important Sunriver news! Send your information to:
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Foundation. The equipment J.J. Johnson donned the included a specialized sled special dry suit and gingerly and cold water dry suits. walked the sled out onto the Once the fire crew arrived T D, on scene, Sunriver firefighter
Board approves property transfer fee SROA NEWS – Effective Jan. 1, 2018, upon the conveyance of ownership of a property in Sunriver, a $200 property transfer cost recovery fee (“transfer fee”) shall become due and payable to Sunriver Owners Association (SROA). This transfer fee defrays the cost of SROA administrative staff responding to property owner requests to provide association documents and account information and to update SROA records to record the transfer of the property and other necessary documenta-
tion. The transfer fee shall not be deemed to be an advance payment of any assessment and may not be paid in lieu of any assessment. The fee will normally be imposed within escrow at closing; however, if the real estate transaction occurs without escrow, the fee will be charged when there is a request to update SROA records to reflect the transfer. For more information, contact SROA’s accounting department at 541-593-2411.
Project Wildfire, in collaboration with the Sunriver Owners Association, will host a presentation of “Era of Megafires” a 70-minute, multi-media, traveling presentation hosted by Dr. Paul Hessburg – an expert in fire and landscape ecology research for more than 27 years. A “megafire” is any wildfire that grows to 100,000 acres or more. These large-scale fires have become a growing threat throughout the western United States. The presentation comes in the form of fast-moving, short, topic-based talks interspersed with compelling video vignettes featuring the work of wildfire photographer, John Marshall. Think Ted X mixed with snappy documentary shorts and compelling photography. The videos are produced by award-winning documentary film company, North 40 Productions, of Wenatchee, Washington. Following the movie, there will be a question and answer discussion with Project Wildfire partners about county-wide actions and local challenges. Different communities face different obstacles when it comes to wildfire preparedness and resilience. The screening will take place in March at SHARC. Tickets and reservations will be required as seating will be limited. Date, time and ticket requirements will be announced in the February Scene.
Sunriver Recycle Center What CAN and CAN’T be recycled
YES
Aluminum: Clean cans and foil Tin cans: Clean Glass bottles & jars: Clean, no lids Corrugated cardboard/brown bags: All boxes must be FLATTENED and placed in cardboard recycle bin Mixed paper: Junk mail, envelopes, white/colored paper, computer paper, tin can labels, wrapping paper, newspapers, magazines & catalogs Paperboard*: Cereal, cracker & shoe boxes, soda/beer cartons, paper egg cartons, paper towel tubes Plastic: Bottles. Plastic butter/yogurt tubs/sour cream/cottage cheese 6 oz or larger only. Remove lids (discard) & rinse clean
NO
No pie tins, foil wrapping paper or wrapping ribbon No styrofoam or packing peanuts No ceramics, plates or cups, baking dishes, Pyrex, light bulbs, mirrors or window glass No slick or wax coated cardboard pizza boxes No confetti-style paper shreds; paper strips OK No chip bags, plastic bags or food to go or doggie boxes No dirty bottles or cans, rusty cans, paint or aerosol cans. No lids from jars or bottles
*Paperboard items can go in with the regular recycling while corrugated cardboard (ie: shipping type boxes) must be FLATTENED and placed in the cardboard recycle bin.
Please Do Not Dump Garbage! Depositing anything other than the YES items may result in the entire load going into the landfill and none of it recycled!
Recycle Center Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
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Ceramic sculpture by Janet Akers
Painting by Dominique Kongsli
Celebrate 2018 with art
You are invited to Artists Gallery Sunriver Second Saturday “party with the artists” on Jan. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. for an evening of food and fun and to meet two of their new artists. Janet Akers uses clay to communicate her love of nature.
Akers’ work is primarily clay but sometimes she incorporates other materials, be it metals, wood or glass, etc. She finds this adds texture and visual interest to her work. A few years ago, Akers began working on a series of animal boxes. These are clay boxes with sculpted heads, feet and tails of a variety of animals. Akers has a great love of horses and has a piece in the gallery
titled “Ridden Hard and Put Up Wet” – a takeoff of the spring horses that were found on playgrounds long ago. Want to try your hand at creating a work of art? Janet Akers will be offering a class at Artists’ Gallery on Jan. 24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. She will provide a clay figure, either a woman or a man, which you will decorate as you please. She will provide paint markers and
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magazines to use for decoupage, but you can bring your own supplies if you wish. Cost of the class is $45. Contact the gallery for more information. Dominique Kongsli (aka Domko) is a professional artist who has painted for the public for over 15 years. Kongsli incorporated her values of thoughtfulness, beauty and discovery into her fine art and believes that “art can provide meaning and richness to one’s life” and her bright, colorful diamonds allow one to feel inspired by images of light that unfold from the canvas. Featured this month is a new painted landscape entitled, “Yosemite Falls in Love.” Kongsli graduated from Pepperdine University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from Claremont Graduate University (2013). Kongsli lives in Bend with her husband, Eric and beagle, Jackson. Artists Gallery Sunriver is located in building 19 in The Village at Sunriver. For information, call 541-593-4382 or visit www.artistsgallerysun river.com
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ice to where the deer was stranded. The sled’s pontoon design worked perfectly to “corral” the deer between the sled’s front pontoons and ultimately push the animal back to shore. The entire incident was captured on video by fire Capt. Benjamin O’Keefe and appeared on the local news that evening. The video was also shared to social media and quickly went viral. Viewed more than 750,000 times on Facebook, that reach was extended further after it was broadcast on news stations around the globe. National Geographic, MSN and others also picked up and shared the rescue on their websites. “It’s gone worldwide to China, Australia, the UK and Canada. We’ve seen it shared in languages we don’t recognize,” said Rod Bjorvik, interim Sunriver fire chief. “We’ve even received an award from PETA.” After pushing the deer to the bank, Johnson gave the deer a scratch between the ears and some gentle coaxing. The deer finally gained a foothold on terra firma, gave Johnson a brief glance over its shoulder as if to say “thank you” and trotted off. It is unknown exactly how long the deer had been out on the ice but it appeared uninjured. “It was useful training as we hadn’t used (the equipment) on the ice yet,” said Bjorvik.
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Get down and dirty during annual mud run Set a date to get dirty at the sixth annual Sunriver March Mudness Spring Break Mud Run on Sunday, March 25 at 1 p.m. The 1.5-mile course consists of a half-mile run, a scramble over and under obstacles, and multiple mud pits to run, crawl and jump through. The objective is to get dirty and have fun doing it. The event is open to individuals, families and teams. Costumes are encouraged and spectators are welcome. March Mudness starts and finishes in a meadow near the Sunriver Owner’s Boat Launch and HOLA! restaurant. A timed, competitive race open to the first 100 adult registrants will kick-off the event. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female competitive finishers. Non-competitive waves will follow to ensure all participants have plenty of time to complete the course. Early bird registration through Jan. 31 is $20 for adults (ages 12 and over), and $12 for children (ages 4-11). The first 150 people to register will receive a Sunriver March Mudness signature item. Registration costs increase Feb. 1-March 23. Online registration is available until 12 p.m. March 23 at www.sunrive rmarchmudness.com. All participants will receive
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one voucher for an age-appropriate drink, dog tags for completing the race, access to changing tents, and a fire hose rinse off courtesy of the Sunriver Fire Department. Contestants should wear layers of old clothes or costumes they don’t mind getting dirty. There is a good chance that whatever you are wearing will never be the same again. Given that it will be spring break, a time of year famous for unpredictable weather, it could be a sunny 70 degrees, 50 and raining or snowing and below freezing. The event is presented by the
Looking for historic Sunriver images, long-time residents SROA NEWS – The Sunriver Owners Association is working with a freelance writer to create a book celebrating Sunriver’s 50th anniversary in 2018. SROA is seeking those residents who may have photographs of long-gone Sunriver buildings, early events, people and scenery from the past 50 years. Images may be color or black and white. We are also
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will provide me with the facts as determined by her investigation and I will decide whether to initiate criminal charges. I will comment further when the attorney general completes her investigation.” The Sunriver Service District held its regular monthly meeting on Dec. 14 in front of a larger-than-usual audience made up of local news media and concerned owners looking for answers. “We realize there is consternation within the community, but we cannot make any further comments at this time,” said Jim Fister, chair of the Sunriver Service District. “We have to be fair to all parties involved and maintain confidentiality during the investigation process.” During the meeting, the SSD board approved to retain outside legal counsel regarding this matter, as well as Pacific Consulting Investigations, to conduct an administrative investigation. Prior to coming to Sunriver,
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Mills, 61, was a captain with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s office, where he worked for 38 years. Mills replaced former Sunriver Police Chief Mike Kennedy, who was fired by the Sunriver Service District board in 2012, on the grounds he didn’t “fit in” with the board’s philosophy on expanding the department’s public relations outreach. In the interim, Bend Police Capt. Cory Darling has been assigned to fill in as the Sunriver Police Chief. Anyone with questions should contact Debbie Baker, Sunriver Service District administrator, at 541-593-8622. Editor’s note: As the Scene was going to press, District Attorney John Hummel announced that the Oregon Department of Justice had completed their investigation. Hummel stated he expected his review of the investigation to be completed in the first week of January and would make his decision on whether or not to initiate any criminal charges and explain everything to the public.
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January skies bring blue moon, lunar eclipse, meteor shower Resort, By Bob Grossfeld, some of our older telescopes, nature center Observatory Manager working on exhibit displays and After the end of the year, making improvements to the celebrating most people look forward to the observatory. I am very excited new year now that the holidays for the new look in 2018. 50 years of and the parties are over. Me, What else is happening this well, I think back over the last month? Let’s take a look at the philanthropy year, the year before and so on. skies. We get the triple play
It makes me realize what has happened over the last couple of years and how the Oregon Observatory has grown and improved. The staff and I are grateful for all of the support that we have had. So, what does 2018 look like? After getting through the 2017 eclipse and the busy summer season, we have many projects planned for the winter months. We are looking to move forward with some exciting plans for 2018. We will be upgrading
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Hopefully, the weather will be decent to allow us to view. We also have another small meteor shower on the evening of Jan. 3 into the morning of Jan. 4 (if the weather cooperates). The Quadrantids is an above average shower, with up to 40 meteors per hour at its peak. This meteor shower is believed to be produced by dust grains left behind by an extinct comet known as 2003 EH1 – discovered in 2003. The shower runs from Jan.1-5. It peaks this year on the night of Jan. 3 and morning of Jan. 4. The moon will be nearly full, so it will be tough to see anything but the brightest ones. Best viewing will be from a dark location after midnight. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Bootes, but can appear anywhere in the sky. The observatory is only open for public programs during the three-day holiday weekend – but that does not mean there is nothing to look at. We do have
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our review of the 2017 Solar Eclipse Program at the downtown Bend Library on Jan. 3 at 6 p.m. followed by night-sky viewing (if the weather allows). If you are outside, look at the Hunter, Orion. You don’t need a telescope to enjoy the view. Use your binoculars to find the Great Orion Nebula, located below the belt, in the middle of the sword. If you have a telescope, be sure to use it this month. The views of the winter sky are worth the cold weather. Not only is Orion worth the time, but January is a great time to go out and look at the galaxies. If you are out and it’s clear, don’t hesitate to drive by the observatory and see if any of the staff or I are viewing. Be sure to come in and take a look, it should be awesome. Are you on Facebook? Be sure to “like” us on Facebook, as we announce all of our news, along with plans to open the observatory outside of our normal schedule. We have been trying to open more during the clear nights, and we announce that on Facebook and the website. I am excited that we are moving forward with the expansion at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. I hope we can raise the majority of the funds needed by the middle of the year so that we can start construction in the fall. If you would like more information on our future plans, feel free to contact me. January may be a time to reflect, but I also believe it is a great time to get out and view the winter sky. I hope you get a chance to enjoy all that the sky has to offer this month, and if nothing else, remember that summer is just six months away.
In 1968, under the leadership of Jim Anderson, the Sunriver Nature Center was founded and the same year Sunriver Resort opened its doors to guests. As both organizations close in on their 50th birthdays, the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory (SNCO) tips its hat in gratitude to the Resort for an amazing 50-year partnership that continues to thrive today. This partnership has had a lasting impact on Sunriver. Below are just a few examples: • Environmentally sensitive rodent control for all four golf courses • Oregon spotted frog habitat enhancement • Great Meadow pasture management plan for stable operations • Creation of marked crosscountry ski trail system between Mt. Bachelor & Sunriver • Archaeological survey of all Sunriver properties In addition to partnering on conservation projects that improve the community, Sunriver Resort is SNCO’s largest corporate donor. Over the years, the Resort has contributed $382,278 in gifts and contracts to SNCO. From its visitors’ giving program to underwriting the Run for the Birds event, the Resort’s philanthropy has helped SNCO continue its vital educational mission over the decades. This year, SNCO launched a $4.3 million comprehensive campaign to fund future plans to modernize and expand its 8-acre campus. The Resort immediately stepped up to support the effort. “The Sunriver Resort Limited Partnership is excited to provide SNCO with financial support to help it achieve its future vision,” said Tom O’Shea, managing director of Sunriver Resort and member of SNCO’s campaign committee. “SNCO makes this community a unique destination for our guests.” As 2017 draws to a close, the board and staff of SNCO are extremely grateful to Sunriver Resort for its support and collaboration over the years. “We are so thankful to the Resort for investing in SNCO,” said Dave Buhaly, board present of T P,
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Second Tern receives ceremonial Navajo rug By Wes Perrin Volunteers at the Second Tern Thrift Store are used to seeing unusual donations, but even the most experienced were pleasantly shocked and surprised recently at the arrival of a spectacular Navajo rug. The weavings of the Navajos have been described as “the most valuable and sought after textile product of the American Southwest.” Used as trade items for more than 150 years, the rugs combine artistic beauty and sensible function. Today, the rugs are prized by collectors and interior decorators. Measuring 42 x 63 inches, the rug is identified as a “yei” (pronounced “yay”) design – which has been woven in the northwest corner of the Navajo reservation since early in the 20th century. Yei is a benevolent deity who brings healing powers to special medicinal ceremonies. The designs hark back to the use of “sand paintings” for healing rituals. In this practice, a medicine man would use naturally colored grains of sand to create elaborate designs on the ground. The ill person would sit on the design so the deities could remove the illness.
Afterward, the sand painting would be erased to permanently destroy the sickness. While experts tend to believe weaving techniques were learned from Pueblo tribes, Navajo legends tell a story of being taught by a special deity called Spider Woman. “This is a wonderful example of the truly remarkable merchandise we receive,” said Colly Rosenberg, Tern manager. “We really appreciate the donation, which had been in the donor’s family ever since her father had purchased it more than 40 years ago in Tucson, Arizona.” Rosenberg added the donation motivated her to learn more about Navajo rugs. “We now know ours is truly a Yei because the spirit figures depicted are facing forward. In a similar design labeled Yeibichai, they would face sideways and appear to be dancing. We also found out that the round heads in Yei weaving are male, and the square heads, like those shown on our rug, are female.” Second Tern Thrift Store is located just west of Harper Bridge on Spring River Road, and is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds benefit the nonprofit Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. Additional information is available at www. secondtern.com or by calling 541-593-3367. A Full Service Tree Co.
Sunriver Resort makes a gift to Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory from the Pacific Amateur Golf Classic hosted by the resort. Pictured left to right: Amanda Accamando, Sunriver Nature Center manager; Alan Eames, Sunriver Resort director of purchasing and SNCO board member; Josh Willis, Sunriver Resort director of golf operations; and Tom O’Shea, Sunriver Resort managing director and SNCO campaign committee member.
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we have work to do between now and then, particularly if we want to do something other than “same for same” at that special, owners-only facility. A focus for 2018 will be on getting a firmer handle on what owners want at the North Pool. • Communications – We have learned, both in listening sessions with owners and in the recent owners survey, that the Scene is, by far, the prime source of news about Sunriver and SROA. But did you know that the format of the Sunriver Scene has not changed in 25 years? To address this, the Communications Department has been working with a media consultant to assess the current newspaper operations and formatting. The end goal
of the consultant is to provide SROA with recommendations for improving this important communications tool. Depending on the consultant’s findings, the Scene may receive a facelift of sorts by the end of 2018. • Owners Storage – Another nagging issue for SROA’s owners and guests is the shortage of space in SROA’s two storage yards. Staff has been analyzing the situation for some time now and will be bringing forth comprehensive facility and program recommendations for the board to consider. In doing so, staff will be applying some basic principles such as: fair and equitable treatment for all owners as well as appropriate cost recovery from those utilizing these facilities. Over the next few months, SROA’s staff will be presenting their recommendations to the Board on
measures to address the current problems. • Public Works Campus – As was mentioned earlier, SROA needs to cement the future footprint of the new recycling center in order to move forward with drawing up the remaining elements of our public works campus. It is very much a game of dominoes where all of the items are linked. Locking in the recycling component as our first domino is extremely important in sequencing the remaining – and very needed - public works improvements. Last winter, members of the Board toured the Public Works campus with staff and saw firsthand the facility deficiencies that impede staff ’s ability to more quickly respond to community needs. There are several improvements to the campus that would speed up the staff’s response times to items such as snowplowing and applying roadway cinders. For instance, by constructing shelters for our snowplows and cinder stockpiles, our crews can access the equipment and material without trying to dig it out of the snow first. This translates into more crew time on the roads and paths, rather than still working on getting out of the equipment yard. While these enhancements might not ever be seen by owners, they will result in improved and more responsive public works efforts
that benefits Sunriver owner and guest alike. The employees of SROA’s Public Works Department are applying their on-the-ground knowledge and experience (134 SROA years combined) in tackling those inefficiencies by participating in development of a conceptual plan for a more efficient Public Works yard. These are just a few of the larger initiatives that SROA has on its to-do list for 2018. Beyond these, there are myriad smaller projects and routine functions that SROA seeks to accomplish along the way. Suffice it to say, your board and staff have outlined a rather ambitious and optimistic set of goals for the new year. SROA Owners’ To-Do List The 2018 to-do list does not end with the Board and staff. It also includes you. The following is but a small suggested list of association-related items for you to check off in 2018. • Take advantage of the 3% pre-payment discount by paying 2018 maintenance fees in full by January 25th. • Purchase or renew your Member Preference card to make sure that you take full advantage of access to all SROA facilities, use of the river shuttle service and receive discounts at various local shops and eateries. • For those owners who rent out your homes, don’t forget to
sign up for SROA’s Recreation Plus program. By doing so, you will ensure that rental guests staying at your property will have access to SHARC, SROA tennis and pickleball facilities as well as the SROA boat launch area. • Sign up with SROA’s website to receive email blasts from SROA. This is a great way to stay abreast of Sunriver happenings and real-time events. Whether it is a notice regarding a nearby forest fire or an invitation to a member event, these blasts will keep you in the know. • Get your 2018 owner directory and association calendar for the new year and plug in those important Sunriver events and “don’t miss” dates. Here’s an idea: consider making it your New Year’s resolution to get more involved in Sunriver and SROA this year. Ever think about running for the SROA Board? How about joining a committee or taskforce? Those options too ambitious? Then how about attending one of the many SROA workshops, listening sessions or social events? Bottom line, make your new year a Sunriver year. And lastly, on behalf of your SROA Board and staff, please accept this New Year’s wish for a most happy and rewarding 2018 for you and your family.
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The next Sunriver Area Community Potluck will take place on Wednesday, Jan 10 beginning at 6 p.m. at SHARC. Title sponsor for the evening will be Webfoot Painting with musical entertainment provided by Riley’s Range Benders. Take home centerpieces will be furnished by Flowers at Sunriver and freshly ground and brewed decaf coffee is donated by Brewed Awakenings. Participants need to bring an entrée or salad to serve 10-12 people, plus their own place settings. Desserts are provided by the volunteers of the potluck committee. The cost to attend is $5 per person and $15 per family (up to six people). To attend, sign up at the SROA office, SHARC, the north Marketplace, call 541-593-8149 or email to areapotluck@gmail. com. Be sure to include your decision to bring a salad or entrée. SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2018
Chamber director to discuss area issues at club luncheon Kent Elliott, Executive Director of the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce, will address the Sunriver Men’s Club on Thursday, Jan. 18 at the Crosswater Grille. Sunriver area men and women are welcome to attend the luncheon.
The focus of the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is “the development and success of its members and the community that we serve.” To that end, the chamber does get involved in local issues, and Elliott will discuss several of these
at the luncheon. Current issues of interest include improving traffic flows in and around the Sunriver Business Park. There may be a few more issues on Elliott’s list and plenty of time for questions and answers. The chamber relocated from
Sunriver Music Festival volunteers honored It is hard to pay sufficient tribute to the more than 200 volunteers that make the Sunriver Music Festival a classical music tradition in Central Oregon, but each year the festival selects volunteers to recognize their extra time, effort and passion. For the 40th anniversary season that just concluded, Mal Murphy was named the Volunteer of the Year. The Executive Director’s Award was given to Susan Evans Inman. Murphy joined the festival’s board in 2012. He served as board secretary in 2013 and as board president for four years. He is chair of the “Swings Fore Strings” annual golf tournament every year, and serves on the Endowment Fund Committee. Murphy also served as a host family for featured piano soloist Sean Chen and his wife Betty, who performed with the orchestra. He remains active in the Central Oregon community having served on the boards of the Bend Golf and Country Club and the Sunriver Anglers Club. Susan was awarded the Executive Director’s Award, which is given a volunteer that has assisted in financially impacting the festival in new and creative ways. Evans Inman joined the board in 2011. Since then, she
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has been a backbone to the festival’s fundraising efforts. She has served on the Festival Faire Committee and has been a musician host family for many years. Evans Inman is also involved in the theater community and is active in the Sunriver Stars and Cascades Theatrical Company. As for innovative fundraising, Evans Inman is the host of the Inman Ranch Party, an annual fundraiser that includes dinner and music on her alpaca ranch. She also created a new event, The Saga of Susan’s Sourdough, where guests were treated to a delicious sourdough pancake brunch and
an educational talk on “how to make a sourdough starter” using her starter from 1966. The Sunriver Music Festival has more than 200 volunteers that assist with a variety of tasks ranging from office work to housing musicians to organizing fundraisers. The festival can present quality concerts and support youth music education because of the dedication of these valued volunteers. To find out more about volunteer opportunities at the Sunriver Music Festival, call the office at 541-593-1084 or email information@sunriver music.org
its location on Beaver Drive in Sunriver to 56825 Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park. In addition to being an information center, the new location has facilities for general public use, including shared workstations with high speed internet access, conference rooms for public use, and state of the art teleconferencing equipment. An Oregon native, Elliott grew up in Portland and graduated from the University of Oregon. He worked as an insurance broker in Portland, and ran his own agency for many years. He retired to Central Oregon and has been the executive director of the chamber for the past five years. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing and the outdoors. The cost for lunch is $20 per person. To reserve a seat, sign-up at the Marketplace on Cottonwood Road or send an email to Sunriver.Mensclub@ gmail.com. Deadline for signing up is Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 5 p.m. Please indicate your menu
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Ceramic figure before and finished figure, after completing Mini-Me ceramic figure class. The figure can be decorated however you choose with a variety of materials.
Mini-Me ceramic figure class to be offered Ceramist Janet Akers, one of the newer artists showing her work at Artists Gallery Sunriver, will host two classes to create your own ceramic art doll. Classes dates will be Jan. 24 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Feb. 16 from 12 to 3 p.m. Participants start off with a blank ceramic figurine to deco-
rate. All the necessary supplies (clay figure, decoupage solution, magazines and paint markers) are provided. You are welcome to bring your own pictures, decorative paper, paints and craft supplies. The cost is $45 per person with class size limited to eight participants. Youngsters age 12
and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Artists Gallery Sunriver is located in The Village at Sunriver building 19. Stop by to reserve a spot or call 541-593-4382. When making a reservation, be sure to request your choice of a female or male figurine.
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By Billye Turner Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery presents Winter in the High Desert showcasing paintings by members of the High Desert Art League (HDAL). The exhibit continues through Feb. 19. Oil painter Jean Requa Lubin exhibits Oregon wildlife including elk, mule deer and bighorn sheep with painterly realism. One of her featured pieces is a bugling bull elk. Her childhood in Alaska inspired a love of both fauna and flora as seen in her art. The artist’s chosen subject matter of wild animals and native floral species began in Alaska as well as Lubin’s interest in images of the equestrian world. Janice Rhodes, best known for her textural, vibrant encaustic imagery, presents a series of pastel paintings, “Women of the 1800s,” for the current Betty Gray Gallery exhibit. The pastel medium allows her to achieve a softer, old-world look. Inspiration for her paintings comes from browsing in antique stores for early sepiacolored photos.
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Rhodes is one of the original members of the Red Chair Gallery as well as a member of the High Desert Art League. Her paintings are found in many private and public collections coast to coast. For additional information see jdrhodesart. com. Barbara Slater’s early lessons about her chosen subject – animals – began with visits to her grandfather’s farm in Utah. As a child, Slater spent summers on the farm, learning many things about animals. Through these experiences, she felt able to communicate with her subjects. “Now when I paint animals, I concentrate on their eyes to catch their personality. The paintings in this show are portraits of the occupants of the barnyard,” said Slater. Other HDAL member’s art on exhibit includes Helen Brown, David Kinker, Dee McBrien-Lee, Jaqueline Newbold, Vivian Olsen and Joren Traveller. Sunriver Resort invites the public to the exhibition. open all hours. Art consultant Billye Turner organizes the Lodge art series. Contact Turner at 503-7802828 or billyeturner@bendnet. com.
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SROA Committees Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on
Covenants Mike Brannan, chair mbrannan1214@gmail.com
Design Curt Wolf, chair wolfs@chamberscable.com
Election chair open Finance Mike Gocke, chair mike-g123@msn.com
Nominating Jane Boubel, chair jboubel@chamberscable.com
Interested in joining a committee or participating in a future task force or special project? Contact the chair person for a particular committee or to be on a task force/special project contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411.
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Scammers targeting Oregonians with threatening calls The Oregon Department of Revenue has recently seen a spike in concerned taxpayers reporting fishy phone calls. The callers fraudulently identify themselves as IRS or Department of Revenue employees and threaten the taxpayer with arrest if they don’t provide personal identifying information, such as Social Security or credit card numbers. State officials say a scam like this surfaces every year. The tell-tale sign is the caller threatening arrest or other consequences, which is an attempt to goad a taxpayer into a bad decision. Revenue employees may ask a taxpayer to verify some personal information, but they won’t make threats or demand personal or financial information. “We encourage the public to protect themselves by verifying they’re speaking with authorized representatives of the Department of Revenue if they have any questions about the legitimacy of the call,” said Ken Ross, Revenue’s manager of fraud prevention and detection. If a caller says they’re with the Department of Revenue, but something about the call doesn’t seem right, taxpayers can call the department directly at 800-356-4222 to check the validity of the call. Unfortunately, the phone number you see may tell you nothing about a call’s legitimacy. Fraudsters often make their calls appear to come from a Washington,
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D.C. or Oregon area code, just because they think it will help their deception. Here are a few notes to help taxpayers protect themselves and others from becoming victims of fraud: • Collectors with the Department of Revenue will always send a letter to a taxpayer about their debt before making a phone call. • Revenue agents never ask a taxpayer to wire money. • Tax payments don’t have to be made over the phone. Payments can also be made online or by mail. Visit www. oregon.gov/dor/payments to see payment options for each tax program. • The Department of Revenue maintains a list of official mailing addresses for all offices in the “Contact Us” section of www.oregon.gov/ dor. Revenue staff won’t ask taxpayers to send information or payments to any addresses that aren’t on this list. Report scams and fraud to: • The Oregon Department T S,
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The Junior Snow Ranger event is designed for children in the 4th and 5th grade, but activities are appropriate for 7-11 year olds. Outdoor activities include snowshoeing, winter safety, exploring snowflakes, wildlife tracking, winter ecology, and special appearances by the Mt. Bachelor avalanche rescue dogs. The program mission is to inspire youth to embrace a life-long relationship with the winter environment, and to become stewards of the land. It is a family program and adults are encouraged to play with their kids. People can stay for an hour or for the afternoon. The event is free, but donations are greatly appreciated to support Discover Your Forest programs throughout the Deschutes National Forest. To register please call Karen Gentry, conservation educator at 541-383-4771 or kwgentry@ fs.fed.us.
Mountain Meadow Quilters 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month. Crescent room at SHARC Great Decisions 4 p.m.-6 p.m. second Tuesday of the month. Sunriver Library, Info: 503-292-0133 Couples Bridge 6 p.m. Crescent room, SHARC Sign up at the Marketplace Info: 541-556-6408
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U.S. Forest Service map prices set to increase For the first time in nearly a decade, increasing costs of production, printing, and distribution are driving the need for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s U.S. Forest Service to increase the price of its maps. Prices of USFS paper and plastic coated maps will increase to $14 on Jan. 1. The Forest Service continually updates its maps and looks for ways to enhance maps. The agency expects to shorten the revision cycle as cartographers continue to apply new digital technology to the map revision process. The Forest Service is also working to increase the availability of digital maps. Digital maps for mobile applications can be downloaded here: http://www.avenza. com/pdf-maps/store
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Digital maps cost $4.99 per side. There are three ways to order maps from the National Forest Map Store (NFMS): 1. Online: www.National ForestStore.com 2. By phone: (406) 329-3024 3. By US Mail: USDA Forest Service, National Forest Store, P.O. Box 7669, Missoula, MT 59807. Local Forest Service maps may also be available for purchase from area businesses and at USDA Forest Service visitor centers and district offices. Not all maps will be available at all locations; calling ahead is recommended to ensure the map you need is available and in-stock. For a complete list of Forest Service offices in Washington and Oregon, visit: https:// www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r6/ home/?cid=fsbdev2_026675 In an effort to help offset the pricing increase for volume sales, starting Jan. 1, discount pricing will be made available on sales of 10 or more maps of the same title. Discounted maps are only available when purchased through the NFMS.
Notice to owners who hire snow removal contractors If you hire a contractor to remove snow from your Sunriver driveway, walkways, decks, roof or patios, please request (and monitor) the following: • All removed snow must remain on your property. • Take special care to make sure your snow is not dumped near or around hydrants. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto commons, including islands in the cul-de-sacs. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto neighbors’ driveway or property. • Your snow should not be pushed into the street for other motorists to navigate through or snowplows to contend with. For a list of snow removal contractors who have registered with the SROA Community Development Department, go to www.sunriverowners.org and click on the weather page in the main toolbar.
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New Oregon vehicle fees take effect Jan. 1 New Oregon vehicle registration, title and trip permit fees take effect Jan. 1, providing funding for a major investment in the state’s transportation system. Oregon residents with vehicle tags expiring on or after Jan. 1 will see new registration fees in their renewal reminders starting in November. The fee for two-year passenger vehicle registration renewal – DMV’s most common vehicle transaction – will go from $86 for two years to $112. The registration fee is based on the vehicle registration renewal date, not when the fee is paid. DMV mails renewal reminders several weeks before a vehicle’s tags expire. Vehicle registration fees, title fees and other motor vehicle-related fees, such as fuels taxes and motor carriers’
weight-mile taxes, help support Oregon’s transportation system – statewide and at the local levels. The increased fees are part of a major funding package to improve our state’s transportation system and to strengthen our economy. The Oregon Legislature and Gov. Kate Brown approved House Bill 2017 to provide Oregonians with improved roads and bridges, more transportation options, and enhanced safety throughout the system. In addition to this vehicle registration fee increase, the package is funded by increases in other transportation-related fees that take effect Jan. 1. These include increases on motor fuel taxes and fees for title transfers and commercial motor vehicles. The bill also creates a 0.5 percent privilege tax on new vehicle purchases, and a $15 fee on new adult bicycles that cost $200 or more. Here are some transportation system investments your fees will support: • Highway maintenance, preservation, seismic up-
Milli Fire closure boundaries adjust SISTERS – The Deschutes National Forest, Sisters Ranger District has adjusted the Milli Fire closure to allow for increased recreational access, while still providing for public safety. The Forest Service wants to highlight that most national forest lands within the Milli fire area, are open to public access. However, some trails and roads remain closed due to hazardous trees and trail treads damaged by fire-caused erosion. The following is specific
information regarding open winter trails, closed winter trails, open recreation sites and open roads. All trails, roads and recreation sites will be reassessed following the winter to determine whether they can remain open after winter storm damage. Open winter recreation trails Currently, most trails in the fire area are open, However, the Forest Service does not fall standing dead trees along trails. Forest users should use extreme caution when enter-
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ing burned areas and should expect many trees fallen across the trails next spring before trail crews can clear them. The popular McKenzie Highway 242 is open for winter recreation including snowmobiles. In winter the route is closed to vehicles. Winter users should use extreme caution, particularly in the Black Crater area, which burned with high intensity on steep slopes. This fire behavior created a high risk for falling trees and limbs, landslides, and avalanches. The following snowmobile trails are open: Cross-District Snowmobile Trail, Bluegrass Loop Snowmobile Trail, McKenzie Highway 242 – Open to over-snow travel only. Closed winter recreation trails A portion of the Upper Cross-District Snowmobile Trail from the junction of Bluegrass loop (junction 518), south to the junction with the Cross District Trail (junction 519A) is closed. Open recreation sites • Sisters Cow Camp • Millican Crater Trailhead • Scott Pass Trailhead • Lava Camp Lake Trailhead
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grades and safety, including specific construction projects across the state. • Increased funding for small cities and counties. • A Safe Routes to School infrastructure program to reduce barriers and hazards for children walking or bicycling to and from school. • Economic benefits by sustaining jobs, keeping freight moving, and providing a boost to local communities across the state. For upcoming transportation projects in your area, visit www.oregon.gov/ODOT Any time you need to visit a DMV office, first check www. OregonDMV.com to find office hours and locations, and to make sure you have everything you need before your visit. You can also do some DMV business from home at OregonDMV.com. You can renew your vehicle registration, file a change of address or file notice of the sale of your vehicle online without getting in line at an office.
The public is encouraged to KNOW BEFORE YOU GO by contacting the Sisters Ranger District office at 541549-7700 if you plan to visit the area.
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Winter hazards for pets By Dr. Wendy Merideth Sunriver is an enchanting place to spend the winter season. There are many ways to enjoy the area with our fourlegged family members, however there are some hazards to be aware of. Surrounding forests have downed branches that can be hidden beneath deep snow. These branches are common causes of ripped toenails. Keeping your dog’s toenails short can help prevent this problem. Bounding off-trail through the snow can also lead to lacerations, sprains and other orthopedic issues. Interdigital pododermatitis is inflammation of the skin between the pads of the paws. Trauma from ice-covered snow causes irritation and secondary bacterial or yeast infections. Longhaired dogs have extra hair underneath their paws that can cause little snowballs to form that pull on the skin and cause inflammation. Avoiding deep, ice-covered snow and avoiding irritating ice melt products can help prevent interdigital pododermatitis. Protective booties as illustrated in the picture are very helpful. I find Ruffwear
booties stay on the best and are very durable. Hypothermia is a serious condition that if left untreated can result in death. Very old, very young, and shorthaired animals are at a higher risk in frigid conditions. An animal suffering from hypothermia will be weak, shivering, stumbling, or possibly collapsed. If you suspect your pet is suffering from hypothermia, wrap the animal in thick blankets, crank up the heat in the car, and seek veterinary attention immediately. Notify the office ahead of time so warmed intravenous fluids and a warm enclosure will be ready. During the winter my dogs are out at first light to help themselves to a morning backrub in the snow. Watching them play warms my heart. They remind me to be grateful for simple pleasures – like playing in the snow. We hope you and your pet will enjoy another beautiful Sunriver winter. Contact us with any questions or concerns at 541-593-8128 or info@ sunrivervet.com or visit sun rivervet.com
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tervener on behalf of its owner membership and asked the PUC to suspend and investigate the objectives behind the rate request. Following months of negotiation, a middle ground was reached that was satisfactory to all parties involved (Sunriver Water, SROA and the PUC). The adopted rate provides relative uniformity in average bill increases across customer classes and ensures all customer classes pay their fair share.
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of Justice (DOJ) Consumer Hotline at (877) 877-9392 or DOJ’s website: www.doj. state.or.us/consumer-protection. • The IRS at (800) 3664484. For information on scams and fraud happening in Oregon and more tips for protecting yourself, visit www. doj.state.or.us/consumerprotection. For nationwide information, visit www.irs. gov. Visit www.oregon.gov/dor to get tax forms, check the status of your refund, or make tax payments; or call 1-800356-4222 toll-free from an Oregon prefix (English or Spanish); 503-378-4988 in Salem and outside Oregon; or email, questions.dor@ oregon.gov. For TTY (hearing or speech impaired), call 1-800-886-7204
FLOOR INSTALLATION • Hardwood • Laminate • Tile Free Estimates Sunriver Water LLC provides water service to Sunriver, Crosswater, Caldera Springs and Vandevert Ranch communities. New rates will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2018. Owners can expect a letter from Sunriver Water explaining the increases after the first of the year. For more information, contact Sunriver Water at 541-593-4197.
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Programs Jan. 16, 11:30 at Crosswater Grille: Carina Miller from the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs will be our featured speaker. Please see separate article. Winter Fun • Enjoy ice skating every Friday at 11 a.m. at the Sunriver Village ice skating rink with optional lunch or coffee afterwards. Contact Patty Klascius to get SRWC season ice skating pass info. • Tuesday, Jan. 9: A beginner snowshoe or cross country ski on the Woodland Golf Course, with a soup luncheon afterwards at Val Wood’s house. Leaders: Val Wood, Sandi Merrigan and Sheila Schmerber. • Tuesday, Jan. 16: Night
(no full moon) snowshoe (or hike). Meet at the Lodge. Bring your headlamp or flashlight, poles and snowshoes (or boots if muddy rather than snowy). This is in the meadow behind the Lodge to enjoy their holiday lights. Enjoy a snack or nightcap in the Lodge after. Guests, spouses and significant others are welcome. Leaders: Patty and Ed Pitera and Kris Besson. • Tuesday, Jan. 23: Snowshoe to Swampy Lake shelter. Bring lunch. Leaders: Laura Sherar and Carolyn Spaniol. • Tuesday, Jan. 30: Moonlight Snowshoe. Guests, spouses and significant others are welcome. Leaders: Gina Rosbrook and Laura Sherar. Lunch with Friends Join us Monday, Jan. 8 in
Sunriver Books & Music Author Events Author events are free and open to all • Light Refreshments • Drawings for door prizes • Reservations Requested
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the Crescent Room at SHARC from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a brown bag lunch and beverage. If you’ve attended previous get-togethers, come again and bring a friend. If you haven’t been before or are new to the area, then do join us to meet other club members. It’s free and a time for laughter and friendship. We appreciate your letting us know if you plan to attend, but it’s not required. If you need transportation, please let us know and we’ll be happy to give you a ride. Contact Valerie Wood or Barb Wymetalek. Coats for Kids January is often the coldest, snowiest month of the year. This is also the final month of the SRWC drive to collect coats, snow pants, boots, sweatpants, gloves and hats for the children in need in Deschutes County. Please contact Patty Pitera with
questions or for donation pickup. Monetary donations allow us to purchase specific items the schools request. Make checks payable to SRWC, P.O. Box 3334, Sunriver, OR 97707, with a check notation Coats for Kids. Thank you for any help you can give. Dinner Club We are gearing up for sharing meals and socializing with friends in private homes. Contact srwcdinnerclub@gmail. com to be included or for more information. Art Fair Artists are already submitting applications for acceptance into the 2018 Sunriver Art Fair, and we are looking for volunteers to join our marketing and publicity team. Joining the “pub girls” is a fun way to help out, and no experience is needed. Send an email to sunriverartfair@gmail. com to learn more.
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Author Carrie La Seur returns for a presentation of her new novel, The Weight of an Infinite Sky. In this unforgettable novel, she once again captures the breathtaking beauty of the West and its people as she explores the power of family and the meaning of legacy— the burdens we inherit and those we place upon ourselves.
Book Club Discussions • 6:00 p.m. January 8, Mystery: The Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz January 15, Non-Fiction: Red Notice by Bill Browder January 22, Fiction: Constellation of Vital Phenomena by Anthony Marra Book Clubs are free and open to all!
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Carina Miller from Warm Springs will be the honored speaker during the Sunriver Women’s Club luncheon on Jan.16. Miller is a member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and was elected in 2016 as an Agency District Tribal Council representative. She was born and raised in Warm Springs and graduated from Madras High School in 2005. Carina received her Bachelor of Science degree in ethnic studies
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Call to nonprofits that serve south county Sunriver Women’s Club has announced the annual Philanthropy grant applications for 2018. Grants are competitive for direct services including food, shelter, health, clothing, education, child development and care for families, women, children and seniors in south Deschutes County. The grant application has been revised, shortened, and is now available on the Sunriver Women’s Club website at www.su nriverwomensclub.com. Grant applications for 2018 are due by Jan. 31. SRWC invites organizations meeting the grant criteria to an open meeting for more information and/or assistance in completing the grant application on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 1 p.m. at the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce Office in the Sunriver Business Park. Reservations are required: Email SR WCphilanthropy@gmail. com or contact Shirley Olson at 510-501-3896 for additional information.
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lies, one of her objectives is to ensure and enhance the learning opportunities for Native American students. You will enjoy hearing some of Miller’s unique experiences. Carina’s leadership on the Tribal Council also extends into regional efforts to protect sacred lands and waters. Along with 25 other Warm Springs tribal members, she joined the historic gathering of 200 tribes at Standing Rock reservation to protest the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. In the Columbia Gorge, Miller is working with others to cease the oil-by-train traffic after a dozen oil train cars derailed in the town of Mosier. In Oakridge, she has been working to stop the Hazeldell Quarry project because it sits on top of Native American burial grounds. Please mark Jan. 16, 11:30 a.m. on your calendar for lunch at Crosswater Grille. Cost is $20 per person, reservations required by Jan. 12 to SRW CPrograms@gmail.com SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2018
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Guest speakers to discuss Upper Deschutes, fly fishing membership By Greg Cotton On your walks along the banks of the Deschutes River here in Sunriver, have you noticed the wide variations of water flowing downstream toward Bend? We see an abundance of water in the river during the summer and a dramatic reduction of water during the winter. Answers to why this happens, and what changes we will see in the future, will be answered at the Sunriver Anglers Club monthly meeting on Jan. 18, 7 p.m. at SHARC. Everyone is welcome to attend this very informative occasion. The meeting will be presided over by Chris Breault, our new club president. Breault will be
joined by two speakers discussing different topics taking 20 to 30 minutes each. One of the speakers will be Jeff Wieland, Sunriver Anglers Club board member. He is also the club’s representative to the Upper Deschutes Basin Study Work Group. This group is working with numerous agencies working on the water flows on the Upper Deschutes. The long-term goal is to increase winter flows to 500 cubic feet per second (cfs). We will see incremental increases each year working toward reaching that goal. They are also
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working to decrease summer flows by approximately 200 cfs, which will help alleviate summer flooding of the Upper Deschutes portion.
This topic is not an easy one to solve – or to explain. Wieland will tell us his role with the Basin Study work group, and the other agencies involved. Hear about the needs of the irrigation districts, the impact to fish and wildlife, riverside homeowner concerns, hydroelectric demands and the habitat needs of the protected Oregon spotted frog. The
Deschutes River is 252 miles long, and what happens in the Upper Deschutes affects the entire system in its long journey to the Columbia. Our second speaker will be Sherry Steele who enters her 10th year as president of the Oregon Council of the Federation of Fly Fishing. She is also a member of many committees at the national federation level. This avid fly fisher keeps herself very busy as she also serves as the president of the Central Oregon Fly Tyers Guild. The Oregon Council is strengthening their effort this year and reaching out to angling clubs around the state. Their hope is to have the Sunriver Anglers Club become a 2018 member of Fly Fishers International. Steele will be here to explain the many benefits the club can receive by renewing our membership. They have a grant program that
could really help our stewardship here in Central Oregon. Also, mark March 9-10 on your calendar to attend the Northwest Fly Tyer Expo in Albany. This popular event is a must for anyone who ties flies. Classes for fly tyers and fly casting will be available. More than 200 fly tyers will be demonstrating their skills. Steele will be there working behind the scenes in making this a great expo. Thank you to all who joined the Sunriver Anglers 40th anniversary holiday party and auction. It was a great success with more than 100 people present. The Sunriver Anglers board presented past presidents Jerry Hubbard and Marv Yoshinaka and outgoing president Rynie Miyashiro with gift certificates for all of the work they have done for the club and fishing community. All of their time and efforts were much appreciated by all present. Since 1977, the Sunriver Anglers have been promoting T A,
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Meet the Millers as they welcome you into the past. Explore how this working family lived and supported themselves in the High Desert. Help with chores and play pioneer games. • Carnivore Talk 11 a.m. From wolves to cougars to bobcats and raccoons, the High Desert is home to many predatory animals. Learn how to identify them and hear about their ecology in the Oregon Cascades and High Desert. • Spirit of the West Tour
12:15 p.m. Take a guided journey through a Native American rock shelter, fur trader encampment, silver mine, the Oregon Trail and an 1885 settlement town. Explore how the High Desert changed dramatically in the 19th century. In the Hall of Exploration and Settlement. • Otter Encounter 1 p.m. Explore this charismatic animal’s role in riparian ecosystems of the High Desert. Where are T M,
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Simple tips to reduce suffering this flu season U.S. health officials are predicting a harsh flu season. While there is still no cure for flu, there are steps you can take to reduce suffering while the virus takes its course. Some experts suggest starting the quest to feel better by exploring your local health food store. Dr. Lawrence Rosen, author of several books based on 25 years of practicing pediatric integrative medicine, is offering some advice to ease flu symptoms. While none of the items mentioned in this article have been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, most have a long history and are relatively inexpensive. • Curative foods and beverages: The digestive tract accounts for 70 to 80 percent of the immune system. When battling a virus, foods rich in vitamin C are essential to immune function. Try drinking a cup of hot water and lemon daily. Onion tea can promote a healthy re-
spiratory system by relieving a cough and sore throat. Honey, which is a superfood, is a good choice, coating and soothing the throat, helping control cough, and promoting a restful night’s sleep that is necessary for healing. • Spiced-up recipes: Add garlic and oregano to foods for immune support. Basil, rosemary and thyme help the respiratory tract. Try different recipes, too. One traditional bedtime treatment in the Dominican Republic is a paste of honey, finely chopped onion and garlic, and the juice of at least half a lime. The vitamin C content found in its ingredients helps boost immunity. • Indispensable oils: Add eucalyptus oil to a bath to ease body aches from flu, or inhale drops added to a steaming bowl of water for clearer nasal passages. Inhale fennel oil similarly as a cough expectorant. • Homeopathic medicine:
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There are few conventional over-the-counter (OTC) drugs specifically for flu symptoms. Antihistamines and decongestants help with head and upper respiratory symptoms that are mostly associated with colds. Flu affects the whole body with fever, chills, aches and fatigue, and a pain reliever can address some of these symptoms. To shorten both the duration and severity of flu-like symptoms, consider a homeopathic medicine, such as Oscillococcinum. When patients took it within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms, nearly 63 percent showed “clear improvement” or “complete resolution” within 48 hours. It’s the number one over-the-counter flu medicine in France, where it’s been on the market for more than 70 years. The key is to take quick action against early symptoms. Recommended for anyone age 2 and up, Oscillo is non-drowsy and doesn’t interact with other
medications. • Healing herbs and plants: Homeopathic OTCs use microdoses of plants, animals and minerals; whereas herbal supplements are less diluted with a different therapeutic principle. Astragalus and echinacea supplements purportedly boost immunity. Try teas with eucalyptus leaves or calendula for fever. Elderberry, when taken in extract form, boosts the immune system, which helps the body respond quickly and strongly to viruses such as influenza. Don’t suffer more than you must this flu season. Homeopathic medications and natural homemade treatments may help reduce the severity of symptoms. –Source: StatePoint
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sport fishing and conservation in Central Oregon. Chris Breault reinforced the mission of the Sunriver Anglers Club to continue to broaden the public’s knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of the sport of fishing through instruction, events, and service, and our dedication to providing educational opportunities for school children to learn about fish, fish habitat, fishing skills, principles of stewardship, ethical conduct, and safety around the water. Join us at the first meeting of the new year. Remember to renew your membership for 2018, purchase your 2018 fishing license, and bring fish stories to share at the Jan. 18 meeting.
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they found? What do they eat? How are they an indicator of a healthy river community? • Bird of Prey Encounter 11:30 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Have you ever been eyeto-eye with a bird of prey? Discover how to identify these aerial predators, learn about their fascinating adaptations, their habitat and how we ensure their future in the High Desert. • High Desert Reptile Encounter 1:30 p.m. Learn about the reptiles of the High Desert, from identifica20837359R
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11 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Jan. 13, Mining Day Stake a claim, pan for gold and have your earnings authenticated in our indoor placer mine and boomtown. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Museum admission, plus $2 per “miner” • Jan. 13, Conservation Photography Join our wildlife curators to meet and photograph animals in the museum’s living collection. Learn the stories behind the animals in our care, how they are trained and cared for and how they are used to educate the public about conservation issues. Take portrait- style photos of native raptors, reptiles and insects. Experienced photographers will be available to walk participants through various camera techniques. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Members $100, non-members $150. Registration and pre-payment required: highdesertmuseum.org/events/ photography-workshop • Jan. 20, Sketching Raptors Learn to draw the hawks, eagles and owls on exhibit under the guidance of artist and teacher Ian Factor. The workshop will begin with classroom instruction and sketching exercises from taxidermy specimens before moving on to draw live birds. Suitable for ages 14 and older. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Members $20, non-members $25
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Registration and pre-payment required: highdesertmu seum.org/ events/sketchingworkshop •Jan. 20, Nest Box Building Encouraging the right bird species to nest on your property could help create the perfect backyard ecology. Join us to learn about the benefits of different species, followed by a hands-on work session in the museum’s woodshop to build a nest box to take home. Building materials provided. Suitable for ages 8 and older. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Members $40, non-members $50. Registration and pre-payment required: highdesertmuseum. org/events/nest-box-workshop • Jan. 25, Reducing the Impacts of Wind Energy on Wildlife Wind energy development aids in the achievement of renewable energy goals and supports our future economic and environmental security. Dr. Roberto Albertani, Boeing professor of mechanical engineering at Oregon State University, will address engineering methods that provide automatic eagle detection and deterrence without affecting wind turbine operations, thus making wind energy more wildlife friendly. 6 p.m. Museum café will be open for food and drinks. Members $3, non-members $7. RSVP: high desertmuseum.org/events/ wind-energy • Jan. 26, Queens & Cowboys: A Straight Year on the Gay Rodeo with director Matt Livadary and rodeo competitor Wade Earp This powerful and captivating documentary will challenge your assumptions about cowboys and cowgirls. The film follows a season of the International Gay Rodeo Association, highlighting the men and women who compete in the gay rodeo and the important role it plays in their lives. Come see the documentary followed by a Q&A discussion with the director and one of the competitors featured in the film. 7 p.m. Museum café will be open for food and drinks. Members $7, non-members $10. RSVP: highdesertmuse um.org/events/documentary • Jan. 27, Free Day Everyone gets in free! 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The High Desert Museum is located minutes north of Sunriver off Highway 97. For more information, visit www. highdesertmuseum.org
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Dangers of using social media while traveling You know you’ve been there. You are scrolling through Facebook or Instagram, and your friends are posting annoying photos of themselves at some beautifully exotic beach... or mountain climbing in some gorgeous remote location. Some day... you think... you will be the one to show off your family photo from the happiest place on earth. Or, maybe, a shot of yourself lounging on a sailboat in the Caribbean. Social media is often the fastest and easiest way to communicate – that is, make your friends jealous – when you are away. But hitting “submit” on that post it is not always the safest way to go.
By telling people where you are – and are not – you are giving criminals a huge advantage. Here are just some of the ways you are making yourself, and your family, vulnerable: • Burglars now know that your home is an easier target. • Family members may become more susceptible to virtual kidnapping scams. The bad guy knows you are traveling in whatever country. He calls your mom, convinces her you have been taken hostage and demands money. She can’t get ahold of you because you are busy parasailing, and she ends up paying the ransom while fearing for your life.
• Fraudsters can use your flight info or other details to launch a “phishing” attack on you. You receive an email or text from your supposed airline about your flight... only to find out later that you have now downloaded malware or given out more personal info that can be used for identity theft. So what to do? • Check your social media account privacy settings to make sure you are using the most secure options available. Only let chosen friends view your account. • Resist the urge for more followers, and only accept those people you know faceto-face as friends.
• Don’t post pictures on your feeds until you return home. • Don’t post information about your flights, hotel reservations or specific activities that you are doing. Likewise, do not “check in” from any of these locations. • Finally, take this time to just unplug and enjoy. There will be plenty of opportuni-
ties to make your friends jealous after you return. If you have been victimized by an online scam, report your suspicious contacts to the FBI. You can file an online report at the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov or call your FBI local office. –Source: FBI Oregon
Leptospirosis strikes sea lions along Oregon coast: Keep pets away NEWPORT – Sunriverites thinking of a getaway on the Oregon coast may want to leave Fido at home. Oregon and California are seeing an increase in the number of stranded sea lions along the coast due to leptospirosis, a bacteria that can sicken dogs, livestock, people and other wildlife. “Over the past few months, we have been getting calls for multiple sick or dead sea lions daily, which is higher than normal,” said Jim Rice, an OSU Marine Mammal Institute researcher who works at the OSU’s Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. Numerous cases of leptospirosis have been confirmed through OSU’s Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory since the outbreak began in late September, mostly on beaches in Lincoln, Tillamook and Clatsop counties. While leptospirosis occurs worldwide, outbreaks occur only sporadically in marine mammals, with the last Oregon outbreak seen in 2010. The disease can spread when an animal comes into contact with urine or other bodily fluids of an infected animal and can lead to kidney failure, fever, weakness, muscle pain and other symptoms. In Oregon, young male sea lions are typically affected and usually show signs of dehydration, depression and reluctance to use
their hind flippers. While there is a small risk of transmission to people, dogs are most at risk of becoming infected by approaching stranded sea lions on the beach or coming in contact with body fluid from sick or dead sea lions. “Pets should be kept away from sea lions as leptospirosis can cause severe disease,” said Emilio DeBess, state public health veterinarian of the Oregon Health Authority. “Note that there are vaccines available to protect dogs and horses against leptospirosis. If your dog becomes ill after being exposed to sick or dead sea lions, contact your veterinarian immediately.” People who observe sick sea lions or other marine mammals on the beach should say at least 50 feet away from them and report them to OSP at 1-800452-7888. OSP shares these reports with the Oregon Marine Mammal Stranding Network. Even when sea lions are healthy, it’s never a good idea to approach them. It’s also a violation of federal and state laws to harass, disturb, touch or feed marine mammals. For more information about leptospirosis, visit ODFW’s fact sheet or the Center for Disease Control website. For more information about wildlife diseases, contact ODFW’s wildlife health hotline at 1-866968-2600.
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Happy New Year! What do you have planned for 2018? Do your plans include a special occasion needing event space? There are so many Sunriver owners who come to SHARC to work out, slide on the tubing hill and enjoy the outdoor waterpark but
never realize SHARC has beautiful, private indoor and outdoor event spaces. Sunriver Owners Association offers discounted rental rates to owners for a 1/3 of the general public price. Benham Hall, SHARC’s largest indoor event space, is 5,000
square feet that is perfect for hosting weddings, family reunions, conferences, holiday and summer parties or any other large scale events you might have planned. Along with plenty of space to comfortably seat 250 guests, Benham Hall also includes cocktail tables, 72-inch round tables, 6-foot rectangle tables, dance floor, staging, table skirting, and state of the art audio and visual. The owner rental rate for
Save the date! BLACK LIGHT BLAST January 13 • February 3 & 17 6 - 8 p.m. This event is a family fun night of laser lights, music and tubing! Tubing hill will be illuminated with black lights, so be sure to wear those bright reflective colors! Riders must be at least 4 years old and able to ride alone. Special tubes are provided. No personal sleds allowed. Space is limited so please call to make reservations. $15 Public, $12 SROA 2017/18 Member ID Card
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Even though the 2017 SROA Member Preference cards do not expire until Jan. 31, 2018, owners are welcome to renew online now at www.sunrive rowners.org or call 541-5853147. The price for renewal remains at $50 for 2018. Each property, with at least one SROA Member Preference renewal or purchase, is eligible to receive 20 SROA Recreation Guest Passes and a 2018 Owner Directory from the Member Services office at SHARC (open daily 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.). Your annual Member Preference ID card provides a myriad of free and/or discounted admission to SROA events/recreational programs,
discounts at area restaurants and more. For a list of available discounts, visit www. sunriverowners.org and go to the Member Services tab and choose SROA Member Discounts. The 2018 Recreation Plus agreement is also now available
for enrolling and renewing. All Recreation Plus agreements will be processed in the order they are received at the Member Services office and may take up one week to process. All current 2017 Recreation Plus cards are also active through Jan. 31, 2018.
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Snow fun in and around Sunriver Shuttle service from Sunriver to Mt. Bachelor Famous for its dry and abundant powder, world-class skiing at Mt. Bachelor is just 20 minutes from Sunriver. Shuttles are available from Sunriver Resort Lodge to the mountain during designated time slot. A daily shuttle leaves Sunriver at 8 a.m. During holiday weekends shuttles head to the mountain at 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The round-trip cost is $10 for resort guests, $20 for the general public. Call 541-593-4609 to make a reservation. Speaking of Mt. Bachelor, there is now a place in Sunriver to pick up your ski/snowboard lift tickets, book a lesson, purchase a season pass or a gift certificate. Located in The Village at Sunriver (building 26, next to South Bend Bistro), Mt. Bachelor in Sunriver Village is your one-stop shop and a way to avoid the lines at the mountain. Open Friday-Sunday, 12 to 6 p.m. you can stop by and reserve ski/snowboard equipment rentals (equipment will still need to be picked up at the mountain), daycare reservations or to book a sled dog ride. The store will also offer a variety of Mt. Bachelor logo-wear, some snow gear as well as trail maps and other mountain information. For more information, visit www.mtbachelor.com or call 800-829-2442.
Sledding/tubing The best spots to bring the kids (and the kid at heart) to sled or tube: • SHARC tubing hill. Included with SHARC daily admission or $10 for unlimited, all-day riding or a five run multi-user punch pass. Must use provided tubes, no personal sleds or tubes allowed. Don’t forget the special Black Light Blast dates where the tubing hill is open at night and lit up with black light and lasers. Dates and hours of operation vary, visit www.sunriversharc.com or call 541-585-5000 for more information. • Wanoga Sno-Park on Cascade Lakes Highway. Located about 20-minutes from Sunriver. Bring your own sled/tube. Keep in mind that Sno-Parks require a parking pass, available at the outfitters listed at the end of this article. • Edison Sno-Park on Road 45. About a 15-minute drive from Sunriver. Bring your own sled/tube. • Mt. Bachelor Snow Blast Tubing Park. Tubes provided during three, timed sessions. Sessions often sell out weekends and holidays. Visit www. mtbachelor.com Cross country skiing • The Sunriver pathway that starts near Harper Bridge, follows the river, along River Road and through the Great Meadow and eventually end-
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• Mt. Bachelor Nordic Ice skating Trails: 56km of groomed The Village at Sunriver offers track-set trails. a covered skating rink. Skate rentals available on site. For Snowshoeing hours of operation, please visit • The Sunriver pathway that villageatsunriver.com or call starts near Harper Bridge, fol- 541-593-5948 for more inforlows the river, along River Road mation. and through the Great Meadow and eventually ending at Sleigh rides Sunriver Resort is left unplowed During the holiday season, for snowshoers and/or cross the Sunriver Stables provides country skiers to enjoy. one-horse open sleigh rides in a • All five Sno-Parks off the beautiful Victorian sleigh. Ride road to Mt. Bachelor allow along the Deschutes River and snowshoeing. T S F,
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Annual Gingerbread Junction benefits those in need Candy and cookie creations filled Sunriver Resort’s Abbot Room in December during the annual Gingerbread Junction – now in its
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through the woods with a spectacular view of Mt. Bachelor and the Sunriver meadow. Each sleigh is private seating for up to four adults/two children and equipped with warm blankets for snuggling and sleigh bells for winter cheer. Reservations are required. Call 541-593-6995.
Where to rent equipment in Sunriver • Good2Go, 541.593.0339: Snow tubes, sleds, snowmobiles. • Village Bike & Ski Shop, 541.593.5948: Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, tubes and sleds. • Sunriver Sports, 541-5938369: Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, snow tubes, sleds, winter accessories and clothing. • Four Seasons Recreational Outfitters, 541-593-2255: Skis, snowboards, tubes and sleds.
Directed by Susan Inman, this performance was a humorous and enjoyable preparation for the Christmas season. Looking to the future, SSCT will be performing “Seniors of the Sahara” in early March, which is a hysterical comedy directed by Gail Gibson. Sylvia Goldberg, a respectable school teacher brings home more than just souvenirs upon returning from her grandson’s wedding in Israel. Sylvia’s troubles begin when she realizes that the old teapot she purchased at an outdoor bazaar is actually a priceless relic containing a geriatric genie with a bad back and a penchant for vodka and V8. Keeping Eugene (genie) secret from her friends at her home in Margate, New Jersey proves to be nearly as difficult as protecting herself from Eugene’s former master who wants him back… badly. Be careful what you ask for Sylvia. It just might come true. Make plans now to attend this play. “Seniors of the Sahara” is a magical comedy for seniors and juniors of all ages. Also, in the planning stages
Sunriver Stars season wrapup By Fred Sackett The 2017-18 season has had a wonderful beginning. Our first seasonal production of “The Secret Garden,” directed by Victoria Kristy, was very well received, with excellent audiences, and a wonderful cast including many children and their parents from the surrounding community and La Pine. Involving children in our productions assists us in fulfilling one of our mission statements about providing theatrical educational experiences for local children. This production was followed by “The Night Before the Night Before Christmas” a Readers’ Theater presentation, depicted as a semi-staged radio show in front of a live audience.
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which featured dozens of entries from businesses, schools and organizations from all over Central Ore22nd year – engaging the gon, benefitted Habitat for community in a friendly Humanity La Pine-Sunriver, competition that helps sup- a local branch of Habitat for port local families in need. Humanity International. “It’s a natural tie-in beThe holiday fundraiser, tween having participants build gingerbread houses and helping to build real homes for those we serve,” said Dwane Krumme, Habitat for Humanity executive director. “And it’s also another manifestation of Sunriver Resort’s commitment to helping the people of southern Deschutes County. Sunriver Resort is a valued strategic partner for us.” The Gingerbread Junction contest, which was open to anyone including individuals and families, featured an array of Sunriver-area entries. All proceeds from entries benefitted the local Habitat for Humanity. Sunriver Resort matched donations dollar for dollar up to $2,500. Lodge parking area at Mt. The 2016 event raised Bachelor, advance reservations $5,000. are required by calling 800829-2442.
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Sunriver Library Events • Tuesdays starting Jan. 8, 10:30 a.m. Family fun with songs, stories and crafts to build early learning skills for ages 0-5 with their care provider. • Tuesday, Jan. 16, 10:30 a.m. Music, Movement & Stories for ages 3–5. • Tuesday, Jan. 16, 30, 12 p.m. Animal Adventures for ages 3–5. • Saturday, Jan. 20, 3 p.m. LEGO Block Party. Kids + 1 gazillion LEGOs = fun. • Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2:30 p.m. Sunriver Friends of the Library Board Meeting. Free and open to all.
From the artist: Beach, bike and bones By Dori Kite The idea for this series came to me in a dream. I woke up one morning with a clear picture that I would do a series of sculptures that would be white clay with black stain. That’s all I wrote down, all I knew. No sketches. It would float around in my mind from time to time, but it wasn’t until a visit to my friends’ farm at Gold Beach that the idea really began to take form. Lesley and I, both being
fascinated with all of the wonderful stones on the beach, began picking them up. I also picked up some small pieces of interesting shaped driftwood. One day I hiked up to the top of a large hill on the farm, and discovered that there were many bones lying about from sheep and cattle. It was clear there was a cougar in the area. It was while I was there that I had another dream. This one had bones and clay together.
When I got home, I went back to work at the bike shop where I am employed part time. I discovered a bucket of recyclable metal, which was full of broken and discarded bike parts. I now had my texture! All of the texture in this group is made with these discarded bike parts: bike tire tubes, chain rings, brake levers, brake pads, chains, large seat springs, derailleurs and more.
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I had some copper wire on hand and found that I really liked the copper color with the other elements, and it’s just grown form there. In these pieces, you’ll see beach stones, bones, driftwood and lots of texture from the bike parts. I went back to Gold Beach to meet up with friends in September and gathered more materials. This group is a memory of my summer and good friends. FYI, the bones are soaked in bleach water for at least a couple days. They are dried, then I spray the bones, drift wood and stones with an indoor, clear polyurethane satin finish. I also spray the clay part, as it is washed with a stain before firing, but unglazed.
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SROA NEWS – Easterly Fence Company installed more than 2,900 linear feet of split-rail fencing along the east-side border of Mary McCallum Park in November and December. The rail fence replaces old rail and barbed wire fencing and incorporated additional property obtained several years ago during a land trade with Sunriver Resort. A park reserved just for Sunriver owners, Mary McCallum Park is approximately 25 acres of natural forest flanked on the west by Deschutes River frontage. The park has picnic tables, a pavilion and barbecues. Owners may use and reserve the park for special functions for free. In the works is a new park sign and swipe card gate to be installed prior to next summer.
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Sunriver Service District December meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on Dec. 14, 2017. Board members present: Jim Fister, Ron Schmid, Bob Nelson, Greg Keller (via phone) and Mark Johnson. SSD staff present: Interim fire chief Rod Bjorvik, Acting Sgt. Mike Womer, Debbie Baker, Candice Wright Public input –Al Braemer asked the board to provide details on why police chief Marc Mills was placed on administrative leave and had concerns on how much money the investigation was going to cost them. –Gene Bennington hoped that Mills’ leave was not based on agenda and that there is a legitimate cause. –Frank Brocker also noted that Mills had become a part of the community and was astounded by the board’s action to place him on leave. Financial report Year-to-date as of Nov. 30, 2017: Resources…….. 8,356,582 Police Wages & Benefits....595,906 Materials & Services.55,767 Bike Patrol..............44,769 Fire Wages & Benefits....861,204 Materials & Services.105,004 Non-departmental...22,691
Board actions –Approved invoice in the amount of $43,436 to SDIS for annual insurance liability premium and approved two-year longevity program agreement, which would result in a kickback of around $8,000. –Approved Nov. 16, 2017 SSD regular meeting minutes. –Approved monthly SROA invoice in the amount of $15,019. –Appointed Bend Police Capt. Cory Darling as interim Sunriver Police Chief. –Approved retaining outside legal counsel, Peck Rubanoff Hattfield Law Firm to in relation to SSD administration investigation. –Approved retaining Pacific Consulting Investigation to conduct the administrative investigation. – Ap p rove d Nove m b e r 2017 unaudited financials. –Approved 2018 SSD board task calendar. New business –Received a liability insurance review to increase cyber coverage and SDIS longevity participation from Ron Cutter at Brown & Brown insurance. –Requested SROA owner survey results specific to public safety questions and comments.
Old business –Fire training facility: The site plan is at 95 percent completion. The plan and application will be submitted to Deschutes County after the first of the year. –Fire chief replacement: All options have been vetted and the SSD board is moving forward with updating the job description, write a requisition and start interviewing fire chief candidates. –Accounting and Administrative Agreement with SROA: Additional changes to the recitals were being made. –Rules Agreement: Work continues to submit changes or potential changes to rules, clean up language and additional work to clarify public indecency and urination rules. –SSD Strategic Plan: Review and/or modification ongoing to see if the mission, values and beliefs of the district are still applicable and does the plan make sense and work with daily applications? It is suggested that the administrators take a look at it and hold community meetings for additional input.
quarterly meeting, first draft vember charity event. –Officers attended a fireof police/fire annual reports and police/fire performance arms night shoot. –Sgt. Patnode attendmeasures for 2018. ed a Community Policing through Environmental DeChief reports sign seminar. Fire –Reserve officers volun–On Dec. 6, one engine crew was sent as part of a teered 292 hours in October Central Oregon strike team and 58 hours in November. –Due to a Deschutes 911 to assist with the fires in error, statistical numbers for Southern California – eventually ending up in San police calls were incomplete. Diego. As the Scene went to The meeting adjourned at press the fire crew was still 4:22 p.m. The next regular there. –Outreach activities in- meeting of the Sunriver clude smoke detector checks Ser vice District Managand installations, partici- ing Board is scheduled for pated in Christmas Basket Thursday, Jan. 18, 3 p.m. Sharing Program and Won- at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abderland Express event. –Crews used ice rescue bot Drive in Sunriver. Apequipment to assist a deer proved meeting minutes are stranded on ice on a golf posted to www.sunriversd. course pond. A video of the org as available. incident went viral and has been shared worldwide via social media. –New 800mhz radios were ordered through Deschutes N OV EMB ER 2 0 1 7 County. B ike P atrol: 2 2 –There were 22 calls for Events: 0 the Sunriver Fire DepartT raining: 8 4 ment in November This A dm in proj ects: 8 7 included 12 EMS calls, 1 P atrol H ours: 5 8 medical assist, 5 service calls Other: 6 and 1 false alarm.
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Today’s fire service more than fighting fires By Jim Bennett Years ago, the image of a firefighter was mostly of someone who “fought fires.” Before there were modern fire codes and prevention activities, there were a lot more structure fires. In recent years, the image of a firefighter has evolved further to one that still includes the fighting of fires, but also one of rescuer and emergency medical provider. Today, the image has evolved even further. Today’s fire service is also a member of a community partnership, working hand-in-hand with their community to make it safer and better prepared for emergencies. Your fire department works with the business community, conducting commercial and retail code compliance inspections to make sure that the places we and our visitors frequent are safe and compliant. Likewise, we routinely partic-
ipate in the approval process for new commercial and large facility construction design to ensure that buildings meet fire safety codes. Our firefighter’s union has been active in the community betterment arena by supporting important life-saving causes such as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Whether climbing the 1,356 stairs of the Columbia Center in Seattle or holding up a firefighter’s boot for a donation – firefighters do this on their own time to
help those in need, simply because they care. We believe and practice that this department is your department and hold open houses during summer to provide the community with an inside view of how their tax dollars are being spent. Our goal is to also bring our resources to you by participating in community events such as Halloween and Fourth of July at The Village at Sunriver as well as Kid’s Day In May. In partnership with the police department, we manage T F,
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services directly to you. The role of the firefighter has evolved. More than ever that role involves working with our community, in our community. Here is how you can take advantage of our partnerships and join us in keeping Sunriver a safe and prepared community. • Sign up for a CPR class and be a partner in our cardiac emergency response community. • Stop by for a tour or visit
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our community’s emergency response planning, preparation and drills. These drills, held each year, help to keep the collective skills of our emergency response team for both the service district and community to prepare for disasters that could threaten Sunriver. We enjoy sharing our knowledge of emergency services by routinely offering CPR classes for the community. It is not just a great learning experience, but a great opportunity for us to get to know each of our community members on a different level. We also enjoy one-on-one visits with you in your home. Whether it be a for a fire safe home inspection, installation of a smoke alarm, a walkthrough of your yard, or just visiting, we like to bring our
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Firefighter Travis Cooper explaining equipment carried on the ladder truck during the 4th of July celebration in the Village.
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1 1 / 4 Officer noticed a suspected w ater line rupture at residence on R ed Cedar L ane. Sunriver U tilities responded and shut off the w ater. T he cause of the leak w as tree roots grow ing around the pipe and breaking it – a relatively com m on occurrence in the area. 1 1 / 8 R eport from Sunriver W ater of the theft of a flatbed trailer from L ake P enhollow som etim e in October. 1 1 / 9 A ssist a m otor vehicle accident off of H ighw ay 9 7 at the Cottonw ood on- ram p. 1 1 / 9 Officer dispatched to residence on T am arack L ane for a found black lab. W hile en route to pick up the pup, the ow ners called to report their dog w as m issing. I t w as returned it to its ow ner and everyone w as happy. 1 1 / 1 0 A ssist on H ighw ay 9 7 for a m otor vehicle accident. A northbound vehicle lost control on the ice and rolled several tim es. N o inj uries. 1 1 / 1 1 R esident on A spen L ane reported hearing shots fired. I t w as explained to the R P that it is hunting season. 1 1 / 1 1 R eport of natural gas leak at Sage Springs Spa. Everyone w as evacuated until the building w as declared safe. 1 1 / 1 1 A ssist to D CSO and OSP w ith an attem pted hom e invasion burglary in T hree R ivers area. T he suspect w as located and apprehended. 1 1 / 1 2 More shots reported from a resident on R iver R oad. 1 1 / 1 5 R P w as out for a run on the river loop path w hen tw o hunters fired off tw o rounds j ust behind him . H e stated the hunters w ere laughing loudly w hen he stopped and looked at them . A fter he stood there for a m om ent, the tw o stopped laughing and he ran on. T his spot is in the approved shooting area. 1 1 / 1 5 R eport of theft of w ood from back yard on W hite Elm . Extra patrol requested. 1 1 / 1 7 A ssist to SR F D on B obcat L ane. R enters had started a fire in the fire pit on the back deck and then tried to put it out. A fter all units had left the area, the fire started up again all on its ow n. SR F D returned and sprayed it w ith a chem ical extinguisher w hich did the j ob. 1 1 / 1 8 R P w anted to file a com plaint against the R esort regarding their Grand I llum ination firew orks display even though she knew it w as perm itted. I t w as suggested that she direct her grinchy com plaints to the R esort m anagem ent ( or possibly D r. Seuss) . 1 1 / 1 9 Subj ect w as arrested for possession of m eth after being contacted for trespassing on private property on Cam as L ane. 1 1 / 2 1 D ispatch to P onderosa L ane for a suspicious vehicle. R P did not say w hat w as suspicious about it. Strangely, w e w ere unable to locate it. 1 1 / 2 1 T w o businesses in V illage have received phone calls stating that they needed to pay a bill to a pow er com pany they don’ t do business w ith. V illage m anagem ent w anted us to be aw are of these spam calls and have told tenants to disregard any future calls. 1 1 / 2 3 R P called to report that he had seen a w hite trum peter sw an covered in blood on the river behind his Gannet L ane hom e. T he sw an w as rescued by the N ature Center staff but later died from his inj uries. 1 1 / 2 4 R eport from resident on H um m ingbird L ane of shots fired. A nd yes, it’ s still hunting season. 1 1 / 2 4 R eport of tw o $ 1 ,4 0 0 bikes stolen from P innacle T P L, SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2018
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Thanks for giving By Tim Loewen What drives someone to give? Is it the image of a jolly old man in a red suit surrounded by helpful elves and a line of small children awaiting their chance to share what they want for Christmas? Or, maybe it’s the news segment on TV that highlights a community need. Could it be an inspiring message from a church leader reminding us to love our neighbors or that sappy holiday movie that brings a tear to our eye? For some, it could be a tradition that brings a family together to share of themselves and benefit those less fortunate. Still others may have been down on their luck not so long ago themselves. The reasons are many and unique for each person. Our neighbors have a need More than 6,300 people live in the Sunriver-Three Rivers community. More than 60 percent of the 375 students in our local Three Rivers School are eligible for free and reduced meals
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because the family incomes fall below the poverty level. There may be many needs. A single mom who has to raise her children alone. A dad who loses his job and can’t find a new one to support the family. A child who has a serious illness and requires nearly all the family’s resources in medical costs. The family whose vehicle is broken down, and there is no money to fix it. The cold winter temperatures have arrived, and there is little money to heat the house. The kids clothing is old and does little to ward off the chill. The dinner menu is rice and potatoes for yet another meal. The needs are many and maybe just down the road from us. For more than 10 years volunteers in our community saw a need to reach out to our neighbors not so fortunate. Sharing some of our bounty with others. Desiring to provide a little joy to those down on their luck. Looking for ways to provide just a little reprieve from an otherwise difficult time. To bring a smile to a child’s face. To provide a meal worthy of celebration. As these needs were shared
L ane. T he thick bike lock cable w as cleanly cut and left behind. Extra patrol requested around the L odge/ K itty H aw k area. 1 1 / 2 8 Officer contacted R P about a theft at the H oly T rinity Church. I s nothing sacred? 1 1 / 3 0 R eport of chicken at large near D iam ond P eak L ane. Our fearless officers retrieved the friendly fow l. I t w as adopted out through the D CSO adoption program , but later returned to its original ow ner.
Take your sweetie to dinner at Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall for a dinner and concert featuring saxophonist Patrick Lamb. Polish up your dancing shoes and reserve a spot at Sunriver Music Festival’s sixth annual Valentine’s dinner dance and concert, Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 5:30 p.m. in Sunriver’s historic Great Hall. “This has always been one of our most popular events,” said Pam Beezley, festival executive director. “While it may be cold outside, inside the Great Hall it is going to be red hot as one of the
youngest members in the Oregon Music Hall of Fame, Patrick Lamb and his band, returns to Central Oregon.” Lamb’s last three singles were all top ranked on Billboard and he often tours with such Grammy winners as Diane Schuur, Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson, Bobby Kimball, Gino Vannelli, Bobby Caldwell, Jeff Lorber Fusion and Tommy Thayer. When not touring as “saxophonist to the stars,” Lamb entertains sell-out crowds with his own distinctive musical style and craftsmanship. Learn more about Lamb at www.patricklamb.com Presented by the Sunriver Music Festival and Sunriver Resort, the evening includes a hosted happy hour, a gour-
met-crafted four course dinner by the Sunriver Resort, a full concert and, of course, dancing. Come alone or bring your friends. Tables for two or eight are available. Tickets are $75 per person for festival members, $80 for non-members. Historically, tickets go quickly, so call the ticket office (541-593-9310), email tickets@sunrivermusic.org or go online (www.sunriv ermusic.org) to make your Valentine’s Day memorable. You can extend this special romantic event by booking a lodging package at the Sunriver Resort. Check www.sunriver-resort.com for a Special Sunriver Resort 50th Anniversary lodging package.
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SHARC’s Benham Hall is $300 compared to the general public rate of $900. For smaller events such as rehearsal dinners, anniversary parties, business meetings, lectures, and luncheons, Benham Hall can be divided to smaller rooms, Pringle and Dillon Halls. The rental rate for Dillon and Pringle is $150. SHARC’s Crescent Room, with a rental rate of $15, is a smaller meeting space perfect for workshops, seminars and classroom-style lectures. SHARC’s John Gray Amphitheater and patio make for an amazing outdoor venue. The amphitheater is perfect to host an outdoor ceremony while the patio makes for a great cocktail reception area. The owner rate to rent John Gray Amphitheater is $500 compared to the general public rate of $1,500. The patio is included when renting the
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amphitheater. Otherwise, the owner rate for just the patio is $200. Host your own pool party at the North Pool. Exclusively for Sunriver owners, the North Pool is available to rent Monday through Thursday from 6:308:30 p.m. The rental rate is $400 and includes use of the barbecue grills and the pool to yourself. Don’t worry about setup. SHARC’s event manager will work with you on event details and coordinating event space
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setup. SHARC’s staff will take care of the basic set up and tear down of SHARC’s tables, chairs, dance floor and stage. You have the option of bringing in your own food and beverage or using one SHARC’s registered caterers. Included in the owner rental is the hospitality kitchen which includes ice machine, warming oven, sinks and plenty of counter space. If you haven’t checked out SHARC’s event spaces or would like to host your next event in Sunriver, contact SROA’s event manager, Melanie Berg. She would love to give you a tour and answer any questions you might have. She can be reached at 541-585-3144 or melanieb@ srowners.org. Discounted owner rates can be applied for personal and business related events. We look forward hosting your next event at SHARC.
As National Mentoring Month returns this January, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is asking you to publically thank that person who made a significant difference in your life. The NMM #ThankYour Mentor campaign puts youth mentoring in the spotlight by bringing attention to its benefits and encouraging the telling of life changing stories. This year, BBBSCO will be giving one of those who share their gratitude via social media a special thank you for their mentor: lunch on us and a basket of Bend goodies. National Mentoring Month was launched in 2002 by Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health and MENTOR – The National Mentoring Partnership to “offer us a chance to celebrate the mentoring relationships essential to creating sustainable futures for our youth.” Dates to know • Jan. 4 – I Am a Mentor Day. A day for volunteer mentors to celebrate their role and reflect on the ways mentees have enhanced their world. • Jan. 15 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. BBBSCO Dine Together Hot Meal, inviting anyone who is hungry to break bread and celebrate mentoring as a community. 3-6 p.m. at the Environmental Cen-
ter downtown. 16 NW Kansas Avenue. • Jan. 16 – Bend Pizza Kitchen celebrates National Mentoring Month by donating 100 percent of their proceeds for the day to BBBSCO. Support the bigs and littles by feasting. 2755Northwest Crossing Drive. • Jan. 25 – #ThankYourMe ntorDay. Our #ThankYou rMentor social media winner will be drawn live at 3 p.m. • Jan. 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m. GO BIG! Informational meeting about all things BBBSCO and how you can be involved. Deschutes County Library Downtown Bend, 601 N.W. Wall Street. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Oregon is using the opportunity to launch their GO BIG! campaign with Ashton Eaton and share stories from those lives touched through the BBBS programs, as well as those of anyone who had an important mentor in their life. BBBSCO wants to hear from you. Share your real-life experiences and thank those who helped you on your path to adulthood and beyond. To participate in #ThankYourMentor day: 1. Write your message: Write a short sentence on a sign about T M,
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from person to person throughout our community; financial contributions were given, goods and services were donated, bags of groceries were purchased and given back for the cause. Children’s gifts and holiday turkeys and hams were purchased from local businesses to give to local families. Volunteers gathered to buy, wrap, sort, and distribute gifts and food to our neighbors. This year more than 105 children received Christmas gifts. Traditional holiday meals were provided for over 84 families. More than 100 community individuals and groups contributed of their time, talents, resources, and love back to our community, our neighbors, our brothers and sisters, our children. The Golden Rule calls on us to treat others as we would like to be treated ourselves. At one time or another we all fall on troubled times and need a helping hand. Who is the greater benefactor? The one who receives or the one who gives? The story of Christmas is about God sending the gift of His Son to a needy world. His message of hope and life is available to us every day. Likewise, we can take the opportunity everyday day to show compassion to someone else by sharing a greeting, a smile, a handshake, a compliment, a thank you. You know… the things that come from a grateful heart. The Sunriver Community Christmas Sharing Program would like to extend our sincere thanks for the contributions of so many individuals, businesses, and groups that went to provide Christmas meals and gifts to deserving children and families in our surrounding community. Here are some of the businesses/groups that provided assistance this year: Three Rivers School, Sunriver Fire Department, Sunriver Owners Association, Sunriver Country Store and Sunriver Marketplace, Obsidian Hair Spa, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, The Door at Three Rivers Church, Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Sunriver Community Bible Church, Sunriver Library, Sunriver Salon, Sunriver Women’s Club, Sunriver Men’s Club, Sunriver Resort, The Village at Sunriver - Alpine Entertainment, Sunriver Care and Share Program, Sunriver Post Office and Sunriver Chamber of Commerce.
Sharing the holiday spirit with south county seniors In December, Rotary members delivered poinsettias to the appreciative residents of La Pine’s Little Deschutes Lodge. Each year Flowers at Sunriver Village provides poinsettias decorated for Christmas with candy canes to the club at a reduced cost. Thanks to Rotarians Jami Bartunek, Rob and Jenny Foster, Cheri Martinen, Phil and Barbara Murphy, Ron Schmid and Laurie Henberg for doing a great job of sharing holiday joy. You can check out photos of this year’s delivery on the Rotary Fac ebook page (https://www. facebook.com/sunriverr otary/)
The Center for Advanced Technologies, in St. Petersburg. He also headed the computer science department at Florida Southern College, a private school located in Lakeland, Florida. Are you prepared for a major disaster? As winter arrives, Rotarians learned more about local disaster relief efforts at a club meeting with a presentation about the Deschutes County Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD). This new coordinating group is dedicated to developing a network of local organizations that can respond in time of a major disaster. Their mission is to organize and deploy community resources and they are currently trying to develop a data base of all organization and resources available. If you know of an organization that should be a part of COAD, contact Ashley Volz, emergency services coordinator, Deschutes County Sheriff Office, 541617-3386.
New Sunriver Rotarian introduced Michael Ray became the newest member of the Sunriver-La Pine Rotary Club in December. Mike, a retired educator, established and runs the robotics programs in south Deschutes County schools. Ray and his wife taught school in Florida for more than three decades before relocating to Oregon in 2013, but they started wanting to move here in the 80s. Mike taught math, New year opportunity to computer programming and promote your business computer science at one of the The club has launched a top high schools in Florida, new “Business Spotlight”
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Rotarian Phil Murphy shares flower power with Little Deschutes Lodge residents Norma, Sharon and Zee during Sunriver-La Pine Rotary’s annual poinsettia giveaway.
meeting feature to introduce local business owners to club members. If you would like an opportunity to talk about your business, please email Mark Dennett (Mark@den nettgroup.com) to schedule a time and to learn details of this new program.
Share your story with Rotary The club is looking for 2018 programs to share with our members at our weekly meetings. If you would like to be a speaker at a Rotary meeting, please email Roger “Mr. Magic” Smith at man drgames@msn.com
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Carrie La Seur returns to Sunriver with latest book By Deon Stonehouse One of the joys of being a bookseller is the pleasure of introducing a brilliant new author to the community. We were delighted to introduce Craig Johnson and Garth Stein before their superstar status and we are tremendously grateful to both of them for their continued loyalty and support. Carrie La Seur is another talented author, writing about important subjects while letting her reader step into a grand story. We are honored to have her back on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 5 p.m. for a presentation of her second book, “The Weight of an Infinite Sky.” Montana’s wide open spaces are beautifully rendered in this lovely story so evocative of the vast plains. Ranching is a hard life, with risks and harsh conditions, carried out by people who hold within themselves the heritage of their forebears who settled the land. They are people who prize quiet and privacy but are always ready to lend a helping hand. Threats to this rugged, individualistic way of life are changing the landscape. Coal companies offer
generous buyouts to ranchers teetering on the edge. Family ranches, often surviving from season to season, find the next generation is not always willing to commit to a life of freezing winters, hot summers and hard labor. Anthony Fry is an only son. His father hopes he will take over the ranch, do his duty to the land that has been in their family for generations. Instead he bolts for New York, trying to make it on the stage. When his father dies, and his acting career going nowhere, Anthony returns to Montana, finding employment leading a creative summer camp. His uncle, a man he has never liked, moved into the family home and is running the ranch for his mother. Struggling with having it both ways, Anthony wants his uncle out but doesn’t want to step into the role of rancher himself. Pivotal among their disagreements is Anthony’s vehement opposition to the coal mining that his uncle is ready to embrace. La Seur captures the tension between the generations, the economic reality of ranching, and the way a young man must decide if
he will step into the boots of his father or forge a new path away from Montana. The scenes with the ranchers pulling together, their struggles and their victories, are inspiring. This modern story has all the passions and conflicts of its inspiration, Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” “The Home Place,” La Seur’s first novel, opens on a winter night with a woman walking out alone into the intense cold, leaving her daughter behind in a house filled with drug addled men. It is the last time Brittany sees her mother alive. Alma fled Montana, left behind the tragedies and secrets, made her way through law school and achieved success as a high-powered attorney in Seattle. A phone call from the Billings police will challenge the careful life she constructed. Her niece Brittany is refusing to speak, her sister Vicky was discovered frozen to death not far from the house where her daughter awaited her return. When
Alma arrives in Montana, she steps back into a landscape that speaks to her of home in bone deep ways. She is coming home to a place that is in trouble, her sister’s death is in question. Did she get drunk, fall and freeze? Or was she killed? Secrets are held in her family, dangerous
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Russian authorities, unwilling to let the full extent of the corruption become known, caused him to be beaten to death in his cell. Browder became transformed after his friend was murdered, vowing to seek revenge and justice. Browder lobbied the U.S. Congress which imposed sanctions on Russia, infuriating Putin. It is believed that much of the alleged meddling in the 2016 presidential election stems from Russia trying to find a friendly candidate who would be willing to ease or rescind the sanctions imposed on Russia by the Magnitsky act. This is a great expose the corruption and theft financial mystery, a thrilling poperpetrated by the Russian gov- litical revenge story and a saga of ernment. Because of his actions, a man willing to risk everything Browder was expelled from Rus- to avenge his friend’s murder. sia. Browder’s tax attorney, Ser- Watch the latest headlines as gei Magnitsky, uncovered a vast, this story is still part of current corrupt enterprise, and was ulti- events taking place today. mately arrested and imprisoned. Jan. 22 the Fiction Book Club
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New laws for Oregon drivers take effect in 2018 In addition to passing a major transportation funding package, the 2017 Oregon Legislature passed a handful of other laws that will affect drivers and vehicle owners. Most will take effect Jan. 1, 2018. Crash reporting As of Jan. 1, you will not need to report a fender bender if the damage is under $2,500. This is an increase from the $1,500 threshold that had been in place since 2004. Senate Bill 35 is raising the threshold to reflect the increase in cost to repair vehicles. In recent years, many reports submitted to DMV because of the $1,500 threshold have been for minor crashes, consuming staff time that would be better used for focusing on more serious incidents. ODOT uses crash data to make informed decisions on how to prioritize engineering the safety of highway and road facilities, and to help provide focus for traffic enforcement resources. Raising the threshold helps focus crash data on incidents that involve fatalities, injuries and serious property damage. You must report a vehicle crash to DMV within 72 hours if: • Damage to any vehicle is over $2,500 ($1,500 through Dec. 31, 2017); • Any vehicle is towed from the scene; • Injury or death resulted from this incident; or • Damages to property other than a vehicle in-
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Crater Lake plate surcharge House Bill 2922 increases the surcharge for Crater Lake license plates from $10 per plate to $15 per plate as of Jan. 1, 2018. The Crater Lake fee supports the Oregon Community Foundation for use on projects at Crater Lake National Park. Any time you need to visit a DMV office, first check www. OregonDMV.com to find office hours, locations, and current wait dorsement on their license to times at our larger offices. You drive three-wheeled motorcycles. also can do some DMV business ������ Under a related bill – House from home – renew your vehicle ��������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������� �������� Bill 3125, which took effect in registration, file a change of ���������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������ �������� June 2017 – ��������������������������������� no endorsement is address, or file notice of the sale ������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������� �������� required on “autocycles,” which of your vehicle online without ������������������������������������������������ ��������������������������������� �������� ����������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ �������� are motorcycles designed to travgetting in line at an office. �������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������� �������� ��������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������� el on three wheels, equipped with ��������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������� �������� a steering wheel, a non-straddle �������������������������������������������������������������� ������������ Keep YOUR public lands CLEAN AND GREEN! �������� ������������������������������������ ����������������������������������������������������� �������� seat and a safety belt. ���������������� ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������
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Sunriver Mens Golf: Tuesday play day; member survey planned By Paul Grieco November and December saw some unusually cold, crisp weather, thwarting the best-laid plans for a lot of down-mountain winter golf. The informal group of winter golf nuts got to play twice in November and once in December (as of this writing), with no near-term respite in sight from early morning freezing fog which had local courses opening late or not at all. Luckily, however, unlike last year at this time, locals
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6 (what, only 3 months from of the year with results of “The older you get, the stronger the wind blows now?), while the Woodlands will first the responses analyzed and then … and it’s always in your face.”~ Jack Nicklaus open May 18. presented to the membership.
notification list and would like to be can email me at the ad- one group may have it, the two dress at the end of this article. have switched back and forth each year since the beginning of tee time play. In 2018 the Tuesday play day The men’s and women’s SRMGC will play on Tuesday. At the last SRMGC board golf clubs agreed to alternate meeting, competition director choice for play days each year in a spirit of cooperation, after Frank Schultz informed the both groups were moved from group that next year will see two shotgun starts on Wednesday extra official play dates, up from three years ago. Since Wednes- this year’s 25 dates. This does not include special day has been the preferred play day for both groups, and only events such as Resort Cup, ex-
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mittee members. Names were also proposed by other owners. Interested owners applied without first being contacted by our committee. We studied the applications, held interview sessions and proposed our selections to the community. We worked using our Charter, a practice all past committees have used. We were careful to always follow the rules and policies provided to us, but our proceedings were carried out independent of the SROA Board. The SROA Board should keep their hands off! If the actions of the Nominating Committee were to become directly controlled by the SROA Board, the perpetuation of a “ruling class” might well become a reality. It is in the interest of all members of our community to have the Nominating Committee remain independent. Editor’s note: Angell was a member of the Nominating from 2014 to 2017 and was chair 2016-2017.
Scene Opinion Policy To support a free and open exchange of information and ideas, the Sunriver Scene welcomes letters to the editor up to 200 words, and Chorus of One submissions up to 400 words, on topics of relevance to Sunriver. All letters are subject to editing for brevity, grammar, clarity, civility and legal concerns. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the Sunriver Owners Association. Letters to the editor must be signed and include contact information which we may use to verify authorship or clarify questions. Letters will run as space allows. Letters of a personal nature or attacks on individuals will not be published. Letters perceived as advertising for a company, product or a candidate will not be published. How to submit: Email to: susanb@srowners.org. Write the letter in the body of the email, or attach it as a Word document. Mail typewritten letters to Sunriver Scene, P.O. Box 3278, Sunriver, OR 97707. Deadline: The 15th of the month (e.g. June 15 for July issue). We accept one letter per person per month.
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tra Match Play events and the Sunriver Cup. Hosted lunches and/or beer functions, subsidized by the SRMGC, are scheduled on four of these dates. Special events will most likely include a home and home with Juniper Golf Club and the SRMGC is working on a joint venture with Aspen Lakes golf club as well. The Meadows course is opening first, scheduled for April
Member survey planned The last official survey of members by the club was conducted three years ago. As a result of this survey the board learned a lot about member preferences and concerns, including pace of play, game formats, satisfaction with the club itself and other issues. A survey committee will work with the board to craft a questionnaire that will be sent to members sometime after the
Membership New members are welcome. Sunriver residency is not a requirement. You may join online at www.srmensgolf.com. For more information email Don Wright, SRMGC president at dnrwright22@gmail.com or me at the address below. Paul J. Grieco is secretary of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com
Holiday thanks from Three Rivers School PTA By Kellie Havlin, PTA President The Three Rivers School PTA gives a special “thankyou” to the following local businesses and individuals who helped out the school and volunteered their time, money and/or gifts to the various school-related events this fall and winter: Thousand Trails, Merri Sands Pho-
tography, Thaddeus Dancer, Parent Volunteers, Sunriver Fitness and Aquatic Center, Second Tern Thrift Store, Costco, Sunriver Country Store, Sunriver Veterinary Clinic, Ray’s Food Place, The Vegetable Man and Albertson’s. Our next PTA fundraiser will be May 5 at SHARC. We are so excited to partner
with SHARC in making this event happen. This event is open to the community and we want you to be there. Help us achieve our biggest fundraiser yet. If there are any donations that you would like to contribute, please feel free to contact Kelly Vance for more information at vancekel@gmail. com
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An environmental assessment performed in 2009 found small amounts of asbestos-containing material (ACM) present in the soil at limited locations in Sunriver. The ACM is associated with a World War II U.S. Army camp (Camp Abbot) previously located on the property that became Sunriver. Air testing has demonstrated that the ACM poses an extremely low risk to people. Nevertheless, if ACM is encountered it must be properly managed and disposed of as required by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. • What is ACM? Asbestos-containing material consists of building materials or other substances that contain one percent or more asbestos fibers. Historically, ACM included floor tile, building siding, roofing materials, automobile brake pads, insulation, wall texture, and many more materials. • What does the ACM in Sunriver look like? ACM encountered in Sunriver soil generally consists of shards of building siding and floor tile, commonly between 1 and 6 inches in diameter. These materials may be greenish gray, light gray or other colors, and commonly exhibit ribbed or grid patterns. Samples of ACM are available for www.sunriverowners.org
viewing at the Sunriver Owners Association. • Where are the asbestos-containing materials? ACM has been encountered in discrete locations on common property in Sunriver. It typically has been found on the surface or within 12 inches of the surface. ACM has also been detected on a small number of private properties. It is possible that ACM are present in soil in other areas. • What should I do if I see it? Do not disturb suspected materials. Contact the Air Quality Program of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality at 541-633-2019 if suspect material is encountered on private property. Contact the Sunriver Owners Association at 541-593-1522 if suspect material is encountered on common areas. • Where can I find additional information? The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality can provide additional information about asbestos and ACM. Information also can be obtained from the DEQ Asbestos Program website www.deq.state. or.us/aq/asbestos/index.htm. The Sunriver Owners Association can provide additional information about previous investigations in Sunriver, including examples of ACM. Page 37
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Letters from readers Chorus of One: Make the planning, design process better By Mark McConnell, Sunriver I “gracefully” object to the process I was subjected to at a Design Committee meeting addressing our application for an addition. It was very apparent that the true work session and decision-making took place before I was present. I feel that standards could be written to avoid subjective decisions whenever possible, and that an atmosphere of partnership and collaboration should be nurtured with the owners. Our application was denied because the left side of the new roofline did not “gracefully” flow into the existing roofline. In my case, both of the citations for the denial were non-specific and subjective. The chair admitted their decision was entirely subjective, but stated that it was their
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By Joan Lewis, Sunriver Thank you to the nine Sunriver owners, all who have been highly involved in leadership in Sunriver, for writing and paying for the full-page letter/ad in the November Scene. They
job to act that way. Upon further questioning, I learned that the consulting architect thought there was a better and more “graceful” way to accomplish what we would like to do, and that the committee was rubber-stamping his aesthetic. I would have been happy to talk with them about the various options we considered and why we chose the one submitted. There was no willingness to engage, or to point to the offending part of the plan. I walked away from the meeting with no idea about what constitutes a “graceful” roofline. I was told that no addition should look like it is “new” when someone drives by! Everyone who reads this will have a different idea of a “graceful” roofline. Only those who drive by a house many times will recognize what is “new.” I quickly submitted several options, at great cost, since I had no inkling of what might be acceptable and “graceful.” The timing can be dragged out for months,
very clearly addressed many of the concerns I and others have and I very much appreciate their efforts and fully support them. I sincerely hope the SROA board and administration take their concerns and very constructive suggestions
By Susan Berger
to heart and work to make these that appeared in the November improvements. Scene. All the points mentioned or should be at the top of Nominating Committee are everyone’s list for the efficient should remain independent running of OUR community. The SROA Board should be Margaret Angell, Sunriver Thank you to all the owners representing us all. I was on the Nominating who signed the full-page letter
From the Editor’s Desk: Swan
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unriver’s famous swan family – Chuck, Gracie and their four cygnets – decided to go on a walkabout in the days prior to Thanksgiving and wound up in the Deschutes River in the north end of Sunriver. Sunriver Nature Center staff had been working to recapture the birds and return them to the safety of Lake Aspen. Unfortunately, in the afternoon on Thanksgiving Day, a blood-covered Chuck was spotted west of Siskin Lane with a suspected bullet wound to the head. Despite emergency treatment efforts, the injury was severe enough that the swan had to be euthanized. Chuck and Gracie were part of a successful trumpeter swan breeding program. Hunted to near extinction, the Trumpeter Swan Society has been working to bring these majestic birds back to the region – with about 30 swans living year-round in Oregon. These swans are protected and illegal to hunt. Chuck had become a bit of a celebrity and an internet sensation after a video of him enthusiastically tearing down a sign at the nature center that read – “Caution Swan is Aggressive” – was shared on social media and posted to YouTube. The Trumpeter Swan Society purchased Chuck about a decade ago from a bird sanctuary in Michigan. Gary Ivey, board member for the Trumpeter Swan Society, said the swan originally was nicknamed “Sir Charles” as Chuck’s lineage was a direct descendant of swans given to the Queen of England by officials from Alberta, Canada. Chuck, who was 11 years old, had been living at Lake Aspen since 2013. Gracie was brought to Lake Aspen in 2014 with the hope the pair would mate. Gracie came from Bend, where she had been partially raised by and imprinted on humans. Although the avian couple had a rocky start in their relationship, the pair eventually bonded and produced their first brood in summer 2016. Trumpeter swans generally mate for life. Swan family tragedy By October 2016, Chuck and Gracie’s first cygnets (named Finley and Fiona) were mature enough to be relocated to other wildlife refuge locations in the state. Unfortunately, Fiona was illegally shot and killed SUNRIVER SCENE •JANUARY 2018
with no regard for construction issues or planning costs with the county. The project is done and approved, but it took much longer due to the delays. I hope that in the future there will be an attempt by the committee and staff to make decisions and discuss the issues at a meeting with the applicant present. I also hope that the consultant and staff will work to develop some criteria for a “graceful” roofline. In these matters it is important to set standards that are clear and defined by criteria and drawings, and not arbitrarily based on the whim of those sitting at the table on any given year. While sitting through the meeting, there were several issues (rooflines, the definition of a bedroom, what constitutes a parking space, a healthy tree, a stagnant pond, colors, etc.) that could have benefited from better communications with the applicant, and the use of clear standards and criteria. Committee for three years. The committee is the only totally independent committee in Sunriver. We worked tirelessly to find candidates for the SROA Board and the SSD Board. Names were proposed by comT L
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by a hunter weeks after she arrived at a refuge near Summer Lake. Fast forward to early summer of 2017. Chuck and Gracie successfully mated again, nested and produced five eggs. Days after being laid the eggs were destroyed by marauding raccoons. Though a fairly rare occurrence Gracie produced additional eggs just days later. Four cygnets eventually hatched over the July 4 holiday. The young swans were going to winter over with Chuck and Gracie at Lake Aspen and be relocated in the spring. Perhaps Lake Aspen had become too small for a rambunctious family of six and left the safety of Lake Aspen. As the Scene went to press, two of the cygnets had been recaptured and brought back to the nature center. Gracie and the other two youngsters were still plying the river north of Sunriver. The birds remain vulnerable as their wings have been clipped to prevent flying. Reward offered The Sunriver Police Department is working with Oregon State Police and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to investigate the shooting. A reward up to $1,000 was originally offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) who shot Chuck. In early December, the East Cascades Audubon Society offered an additional $500 to the reward, which brought the total to $1,500. On Dec. 20, the Trumpeter Swan Society offered an additional $500 for the reward. The Oregon Hunters Association Bend Chapter also added $500. The mission of the association is “protecting Oregon’s wildlife, habitat and hunting heritage.” These donations bring the reward total to $2,500. Those who also wish to contribute to the reward can contact the Sunriver Nature Center at 541-593-4442 or go to https://goo.gl/ p4s3eW (be sure to note that the funds are for the reward). Any excess proceeds from these gifts will be used to support the reintroduction of trumpeter swans to Oregon and to memorialize Chuck’s spirit at the nature center. Anyone with information regarding this incident should call the Sunriver Police at 541-593-1014. Anonymous tips also can be forwarded to the Oregon State Police Tip Line at 1-800-452-7888. It is illegal to shoot a firearm or hunt anywhere within Sunriver.
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