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COVID-19 SHUTDOWNS As the Scene went to press, it was not known if Deschutes County’s COVID risk level would drop low enough to reopen some services. Readers should contact a business/organization to confirm their hours of operation, meeting or event dates published in this issue.
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Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Mt. Bachelor is managing the number of people on property with a vehicle reservation system in order to ensure the wellbeing of guests, staff and community. Parking must be reserved before arriving to the resort to ensure availability. “The parking reservation system means guests can know when they plan their trip to Mt. Bachelor they will have a place to park and plenty of room to spread out on the mountain,” says John McLeod, president and general manager. “By managing the number of people, staff and guests will be able to appropriately physically distance, stay safe and have fun.” There is no other off-site parking for access to the mountain. Parking alongside the highway or using the nearby sno-park area to access the mountain is prohibited and will be monitored. All guests can reserve a total of 14 days at any given time, which they can do by reserving parking for 7 “Advance Days” and 7 “Week-Of Days.” Our goal is to allow guests to ski and ride on the days they wish, therefore parking inventory will be released and announced on a limited, rolling basis. Check parking availability often so you can reserve your spots. Parking reservations can be made at www.mtbachelor.com/plan-yourtrip/getting-here/parking-reservations. Additional parking inventory may be released and announced on a rolling basis and reflect precautions surrounding the pandemic, user patterns and weather conditions. It is recommended booking on the Mt. Bachelor website for your first parking reservation and then using the ParkWhiz app as the tool of choice for self-managing and cancelling reservations. The new parking reservation system is part of a comprehensive plan to safely Turn to Bachelor, page 3
Community Wildfire Protection Plan updated by Sunriver’s stakeholders The Sunriver Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) steering committee, which included members of the Sunriver community, including the Sunriver Owners Association, Sunriver Fire Department, Oregon Department of Forestry, the U.S. Forest Service, Deschutes County and Project Wildfire, announces the release of the 2020 revision of the Sunriver Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
A CWPP is a strategic plan developed by the local fire department, federal and state fire managers, local governments and communities to guide wildfire mitigation at all scales and land ownerships. Each CWPP is designed for and by a specific community’s needs. CWPP’s are designed to mitigate and help communities prepare for wildfire risk and Turn to CWPP, page 7
The new trellis at the North Pool is nearing completion. The renovation project is on target for a June opening.
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North Pool renovation work continues as winter conditions allow Even though old man winter has slowed some work at the North Pool, other project progression is full steam ahead. Due to winter temperatures, the plastering of the pool has been postponed to the spring as it re-quires warmer weather to ensure a proper curing of the plaster. Landscaping, fencing and other concrete work will also be completed in the spring. In the meantime, the trellis is nearing completion and some perimeter fencing has been installed. Workers are doing the remainder of the inside finish work on the mechanical and welcome buildings. The windows and doors on the welcome building should be installed in January.
“The contract crews are keeping active on the project when conditions allow,” said Keith Kessaris, SROA assistant general manager. “We’re 38 weeks in and continue to meet weekly with the pool architects and construction management team to ensure the project is moving along.” The goal is to have all projects wrapped up by May 1 so systems can be tested, staff trained and all operations dialed in prior to opening. The pool’s projected opening date to owners is June 19. View the project live on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org. Click the Capital & Reserves button on the home page then North Pool Renovation Project. SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLVII • NUMBER 1 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
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get back to skiing and riding. 1. Advance Day Parking: Additional parking inventory is available for 28 days out, so you can plan ahead. On Mondays at 6 p.m. one additional week of inventory will be added to the previously released three weeks. 2. Continuous Rolling Inventory: As we approach any given ski day we will release additional parking inventory, as early as a few days prior up until the morning of your intended ski day, based on weather, wind, terrain footprint and a handful of other variables that will affect skier volume at the mountain. If we are open from Cloudchaser to Northwest and lifts are running at full speed, we will be able to host more guests (more availability) while still enabling proper physical distancing across the resort. 3. Keep the Karma Coming: Guests have been awesome about cancelling for karma.
Hundreds of reservations turn over each day with the most common window for cancellations being between 6:30 p.m. the night before to 7 a.m. on the day-of. Keep checking the ParkWhiz app or the Mt. Bachelor parking page to grab one of these open spaces. 4. Afternoon Inventory Release: Based on the number of guests departing the resort and other variables, such as weather and wind forecast, Mt. Bachelor will release additional inventory for afternoon arrivals. For example, if it’s bluebird with light winds, more parking spaces will open, but increasing wind, weather, or potential rain throughout the day means we may not release spaces for that afternoon. Check daily starting late morning to lock in those post-lunch laps. 5. No-Show Policy: The first time you no-show on a reservation a courtesy warning will be sent; the second time you’ll lose your next reservation, and three or more no-shows will result in
Recycling survey results coming As the Scene went to press, the results of the recent recycling survey were still being tabulated. Although not finalized, preliminary results revealed a 67% response rate with 1,906 respondents completing the survey and 82 partially completed. Some of the highest-rated questions of the preliminary results included: • Privatizing the recycling center (it is currently open to residents outside of Sunriver) • A hybrid approach of a recycling center while also allowing side yard pickup service • Not in favor of an assessment for a new recycling center The report will be posted, once available, on the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org. Go to Owners in the main menu, then Capital & Reserves Projects > Recycling Center Proposal.
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This spring, our TelecomAs 2021 begins, I wanted to update you on various projects munications Task Force will and encourage your continued offer recommendations for connectivity participation at the monthly Owner’s Fofor internet rum, through SROA and television committees and task solutions. We forces. Owner input will be inis always important volving muland helps the Board tiple Sunriver to make better and stakeholders more expedient progto improve ress. awareness of This year will see Brad Skinner Sunriver rules the completion or and regulacontinuation of several ma- tions for owners and visitors, jor initiatives that we began while creating enhanced enin 2020, which will further forcement with special service improve the quality of life in district personnel (police and Sunriver. fire) in preparation for the tourThe North Pool will be com- ism season. We will kick off a pleted on time by June for use review of the Sunriver Design of owners, something I know Manual of Rules & Procedures we’re all looking forward to. to maintain development stanMary McCallum Park will dards and protect the ambiance see a facelift in the coming of our various neighborhoods, months with running water, and our community as a whole. flush toilets instead of porta- Primary goals will include potties, new picnic benches and streamlining the review process additional pathways along the while also promoting compatriver – all of which will make ibility with existing properties. it an even better environment Also, prior to the kick off of for owners. the 2030 vision process, we
will conduct a comprehensive owner survey to help guide our priorities. This summer, a group of our board members and owners representing different points of view will bring forth recommendations concerning the county’s offer for moving and rebuilding a recycling center, which may be voted on by owners. Our Covenants Committee will bring forward proposed new rules for river access and parking in the next several months, which should be in place by the summer. Internally, we are redesigning our databases to make them more responsive and agile when addressing owner requests. This is just one of many projects and initiatives that are being undertaken by our staff for the safety and maintenance of our community. I am proud of the work of this board and our professional staff, as I also am for so many committees, taskforces, and special purpose groups which include the Citizens Patrol, War on Weeds and numerous
other volunteers who serve in so many areas. When my family and I visited for the first time, more than 30 years ago, I immediately understood that Sunriver is a unique and very special place. But until I began serving on this board, I didn’t have a full appreciation of the level of strategic thought, intense planning and good old boots on the ground hard work that goes into making Sunriver what it is. The lesson that I’ve learned over these last months and years is that what makes Sunriver such a wonderful place to live is the people, the countless selfless, civic-minded individuals who generously donate their time and talents in so many areas. As we close out what has been a challenging year, I want to thank you for being a part of this unique place. I look forward to your continued assistance and input as we work together to sustain and build upon the Sunriver legacy. Wishing everyone a happy New Year!
Monthly highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors meeting The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020. Board members present: Brad Skinner, Mike Gocke, Keith Mobley, Jackie Schmid, Gerhard Beenen, Mark Murray, Bill Burke, Scott Gillies, Clark Pederson. Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza. Owners’ forums From Dec. 18 work session • John Ralston believes the language for a proposed rule change related to accessing the river intended to limit access to visitors would be a penalty to owners, especially those living along the river. He suggested an alternative location where public access can be provided and cited the need for such because the desire for access to the river will not go away. He also suggested that the proposed restriction for parking/stopping on Sunriver roads for the purpose of loading/unloading watercraft is still appropriate as proposed by the Covenants Committee. From Dec. 19 regular meeting • No owners in attendance. Board actions • Approved minutes of the Nov. 20 SROA board work Page 4
session as corrected. • Approved minutes of the Nov. 21 SROA regular board meeting as corrected. • Approved November 2021 financial statement (unaudited). • Approved the rewrite of Section 4.16 of the Design Manual of Rules & Procedures and forego the normal 60-day owner comment period and become effective upon approval by the Board. The rewrite clarifies the wording related to staking and stringing property lines prior to any construction project, regardless of size (see story, page 10. • Approved first reading to Sunriver Rules & Regulations proposing revisions/additions to Section 2.03 regarding ebikes. Owners have 60 days to make comments for or against the proposed change, ending Feb. 17, 2021 (see story, page 10). The proposed change to add 5.07 to Section 5 Noise, Nuisances and Offensive Activity was tabled and will be re-reviewed by the Covenants Committee for further clarification and additional changes. • Approved Resolution 2020009 restating the association’s Qualified Retirement Plan as required by the IRS and appointing SROA General Manager James Lewis and Control-
SROA Financial Report Year-to-date as of November 30, 2020 (unaudited)
Total Revenues.......................................... $8,811,560 Total Expenses.......................................... $9,744,701 Operating Budget Surplus/Deficit.............. -$933,141 ler Joe Healy as trustees of the plan. The IRS requires this plan to be restated every six years. • Approved Resolution 2020010 to the Deschutes County Commissioners recommending Gerhard Beenen fill the remaining term of Position 2 of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board beginning Dec. 21, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021. • Approved the transfer of $434,656.25 from Reserves to Operating for a progress payment for construction of the North Pool Committee action requests • Approved committee appointments of Brad Banta and Joe Huseonica as alternates to the Design Committee. Approved appointment of Meagan Iverson to the Owner Enrichment Committee. Association operations • Administration: Continue to monitor and respond to state www.sunriverowners.org
orders regarding COVID-19 closures and restrictions. Finalized SROA’s 2020 annual budget. Met with consultant on the upcoming comprehensive owners survey coming in February. Continuing meetings related to recycling and vacation rental registry. Reviewed and made final changes to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, which has since been approved and signed by all stakeholders (see story page 1). Met with Covenants Committee to discuss potential rule changes regarding e-bikes, parking and river access. Continue to work with legal counsel regarding responses to ongoing land use and legal actions (pending litigation) within Sunriver. • Accounting: Presented 2021 Operating and Reserve budgets to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors. Worked with the Sunriver Service District on finalizing their June 30, 2020 audit stateTurn to Highlights, page 7
By Gerhard Beenen Years ago when I was a “novice” manager I worked for a general manager who had a number of management euphemisms, many of which it would be inappropriate for me to repeat in this newspaper. One I remember well and can repeat is: cash is king. His point was: he who has cash can set the rules, or in a broader context, has the ability to weather financial uncertainty. Put into financial terms: a strong balance sheet with adequate liquidity is important to the survival of any operation. Earlier this year, during the March SROA Board of Directors meeting, we voted on approving the contract for the construction of the North Pool ($5.9M). The board voted 8 to 1 in favor of proceeding with the contract, I was the lone vote against. My argument at the time was that we should delay approving the contract until necessary for a June 2021 opening as our financial future was uncertain due to COVID. SHARC was closed, short-term rentals in Deschutes County were banned and there was no indication as to when restrictions would be lifted. I was worried about cash. Running out of cash is a serious problem for any organization. Without cash, an organization may be forced to make hard choices about paying employees, suppliers, or the government. Alternatively, organizations can increase cash by borrowing. For SROA, borrowing money requires a vote of the ownership or payback before the end of the calendar year. Finally, an organization with physical assets can sell one or more of these assets, most often a price well below market value. None of those options were attractive from my perspective. Now that we are coming to the end of 2020 a valid question is: Was my concern back in March justified? I am pleased to report that SROA will make it through 2020 with positive operating cash. For SROA, the month of November is typically the month of lowest operating cash as most owners pay their annual assessment in January and a few pay in December the prior year (e.g. pay their 2021 assessment in December of 2020). If we make it through November with positive operating cash, we are likely to have sufficient cash to meet our expenses for the next 9 to 12 months. Turn to Treasurer, page 5 SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2021
If you care about Sunriver and its future, run for a seat on the SROA board SROA NEWS – The Nominating Committee of the Sunriver Owners Association is looking for candidates to run for the SROA Board of Directors for a three year term, 2021-2024. All Sunriver property owners, resident and non-resident, are eligible. The SROA Board meets every third Saturday of the month (via Zoom during the COVID-19 restrictions). The board also meets on the previous Friday for a work session to discuss and review Saturday’s agenda items. The Saturday meeting is to finalize and approve policy decisions. (Once in-person meetings resume, board members who are unable to attend a meeting may participate remotely.) Now is the time to express your interest in being a potential candidate for the SROA Board of Directors in the August election. There are three different ways
to initiate your candidacy: 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, or Contact one of the Nominating Committee members listed with this article to indicate your interest or to learn more about the steps required to become a candidate as well as the duties of a Board member, or Get 100 other Sunriver property owners (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 (next to the fire station) to obtain them (they are in the foyer, which is open 24/7). Forms are also available at www.sun riverowners.org (use the Get
Involved button on the home page or click on Documents & Forms). Here are some important deadline dates: • March 19: Candidates seeking nomination by application must submit their completed forms to the Nominating Committee at the SROA office. The Nominating Committee will interview and recommend potential candidates to the Board who will eventually be placed on the ballot and voted on by SROA members. • April 16 (4 p.m.): Those seeking candidacy by petition must file their petitions and other required forms with the Election Committee Chairman at the SROA office. • April 17: The slate of candidates will be announced at the SROA Board of Directors meeting. Contact any of the Nominating Committee members listed with this article if you have further questions.
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ample, revenues YTD through the month of November were $2.1M under budget, a shortfall large enough to result in an operating cash shortfall by October of this year. However, expenses through November were below budget by $1.1M. The combination of the two, a $1.0M shortfall versus budget, was within SROA’s ability to maintain positive operating cash in 2020. In summary, working together, SROA’s management team, SROA Board of Directors and SROA Finance Committee
have managed our finances in 2020 well enough to maintain a positive cash position throughout 2020 while simultaneously investing over $4.5M YTD in the development of the North Pool complex. Cash is king but for SROA in 2020 not as important as a team of employees and owner volunteers dedicated to maintaining Sunriver as a financially-strong premier residential and resort community. –Gerhard Beenen is the treasurer of the SROA Board of Directors and chair of the Finance Committee.
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Today, another valid question would be: Was I overly conservative back in March or did we “dodge a bullet” in 2020? The short answer is that COVID restrictions were less severe than I anticipated and good expense management by the SROA management team has kept SROA financially strong during this challenging year. Without either of these, the situation could have been substantially different. For ex-
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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 snow is not dumped near or around hydrants. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto neighbors’ driveway or property. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto commons, including islands in the cul-de-sacs. • Your snow should not be pushed into the street for other motorists to navigate through or snowplows to contend with. • Do-it-yourselfers are also requested to keep snow on their own property For a list of snow removal contractors who have registered with the SROA, go to www.sunriverowners.org and click on the weather page button on the homepage. SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2021
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Laurence MacLaren, chair – laurencemaclaren@gmail.com or 503-522-8577 Holly Hendricks – doubleheche@gmail.com or 503-292-0133 Pat Hensley – grammar1@msn.com or 541-593-0315 Francie Ishmael – callmesfi@aol.com or 425-242-0554 Mark McConnell – mcconn@bendbroadband.com or 541-2701313 Randy Schneider – procyon2007@hotmail.com or 503-887-7274 Dennis Smeage – desmeage43@gmail.com or 541-593-7612 Terrence Van Oss – ter6646@yahoo.com or 541-480-7354
Former directors offer their experiences on the board The SROA Nominating Committee asked former board members to offer their thoughts on what it was like to serve on the SROA Board of Directors and encourage other owners to run. Why you should run for the Board I would say go for it – if you have skills to contribute, and if you are ready to commit the time to your community, the SROA staff, and to your fellow Board members. Scott Hall – 2009-2012 --If you enjoy working in a team environment, have critical thinking skills, and a desire to serve – just do it! Jim Adams – 2016-2019 --It’s not necessary, nor advisable, that we have long-term members Turn to Experiences, page 6
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Sunriver: Asbestos & FUDS An environmental assessment performed in 2009 found small amounts of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) present in the soil at limited locations in Sunriver. The ACM are associated with Camp Abbot, a World War II U.S. Army camp located on the property that became Sunriver. Air testing has demonstrated that the ACM poses 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. Materials may be greenish gray, light gray or other colors, and commonly exhibit ribbed or grid patterns. Samples of ACM are available for 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.
Formerly Used Defense Site (FUDS)
If you ever receive a letter from the Department of the Army it is a periodic government advisement notification that your Sunriver property may have been part of a Formerly Used Defense Site (FUDS), also known as Camp Abbot, and that munitions may be present on or near your property. Camp Abbot was in operation as a military training site between 1943 and 1944 and included gas chambers, rifle/machine gun, grenade, mortar and anti-tank ranges. Should you find possible munitions, you are advised not to touch it and call 911. If you need further information, call toll-free 1-855-765-3837. For general information about the FUDS Program, visit www.fuds.mil Camp Abbot/FUDS information is also available on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org Page 5
December update: Telecommunications in Sunriver By Gerhard Beenen In last month’s update, I noted we responded to the proposed draft service agreement from BendBroadband and were waiting for their written response comments made during a joint Zoom meeting. We received their response and SROA general manager, James Lewis, provided BendBroadband with some additional comments. As with most negotiations, this back-and-forth process is likely to go on for a few more rounds. At that time, the Telecommunications Task Force will review the “final” agreement and make a recommendation to the SROA Board of Directors. The SROA board will then decide on how to proceed which could include a vote placed before Sunriver owners. In the meantime, we continue to engage informally with Sunriver owners about their experiences with BendBroadband and what they see as their future telecommunications needs in Sunriver. As always, we are very appreciative of owners who take the time to share their perspective with us. While our task force has owner representation, we cannot adequately represent the views of all owners. So please, keep your comments coming.
As you might suspect, Sunriver owners’ needs for telecommunications services vary. Some are happy with a basic level of service while others are involved in complex businesses that require the most advanced services. Cost and quality of service are always a topic of discussion when we engage with owners. Satisfying everyone’s needs perfectly is not possible. Our objective is to hit the “sweet spot” where we achieve a solution that closely matches the needs of the vast majority of Sunriver owners. Having said that, you might wonder why we are focused on a technology (Fiber-To-TheHome) which is capable of delivering upload and download speeds in excess of 1 gigabit per second (1 Gbps). How many Sunriver owners need that level of service? To be honest, few do today. Unless your house is full of on-line gamers, Netflix addicts and millionaire YouTube video bloggers, you aren’t likely to need 1 Gbps service today. However, what we decide today will impact Sunriver owners far into the future. John Salzer and Dick Luebke, both member of our Telecommunications Task Force were actively involved when our current services agreement was
signed with BendBroadband back in 2012. Through their (and others) efforts, telecommunications in Sunriver went from a dismal 6 megabits per second (6 Mbps) download and less than 1 Mbps upload speeds in 2012 to readily available 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload speeds today. And while that was a significant improvement, this level of internet connectivity is barely adequate today, primarily be-
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on the Board. We have many outstanding property owners with various talents and experience who can contribute new ideas. We need to make room for them and encourage them to get involved. Frank Brocker – 2003-2006 --It affords candidates the opportunity to actively participate in the governance of a large complex organization in support of SROA’s mission. It is not a club. Bob Nelson – 2008-2020 --Anyone considering serving on the SROA Board of Directors should realize they will
cause upload speeds are so low. My point is, whenever investing in expensive infrastructure, it’s best to build for the future. We don’t know for certain what owner’s internet connectivity needs will be 5, 10, 15 or 20 years from today. However, with respect to internet connectivity speeds, history has demonstrated: What is adequate today will not be adequate five years down the road. In closing, I have built a simple website where you can provide input to the Telecommunications Task Force on
your service interaction with BendBroadband or any other telecommunications provider in Sunriver. Let us know about your experience, both the good and the bad. You can register your comments at: https:// www.beenens.net/sunrivertele com/default.aspx. If you prefer communicating via email, send me a note at the email address below. –Gerhard Beenen is chair of the Telecommunications Task Force and a member of the SROA Board of Directors. beenen@ srowners.org
gain a vast knowledge of how the Home Owners Association works, how the SROA staff takes care of us and how all the owners of SROA appreciate their service. Dennis Wood – 2005-2008
Rewards can be also realized by joining with other directors and dedicated owners in special studies and design task force analyses that may be focused on particular demands, needs and association betterment. Herb Dix – 2007-2010 --I went into it with the feeling that it would take whatever time it took, and I never really thought about rewards vs. time. Now, looking back, I would say rewards far outweighed time. Scott Hall – 2009-2012 --Simply put, the rewards of service and being involved in positive change are easily balanced against time commitments. Bob Nelson – 2008-2020
Time required and the rewards of serving My appreciation of the SROA staff, Board and SSD were all very positive and I feel my time served was well worth it. Dennis Wood – 2005-2008 --No question – I received much more than I gave. Jim Adams – 2016-2019 ---
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ments. Worked on 2021 maintenance fee invoice process with database consultant. Processed 18 home ownership transfers. • Communications: Advertising remains steady, but down from the previous year as businesses close under COVID-19 restrictions. Website activity is up as people try to learn what is open, not open under COVID-19. Updating and printing 2021 materials, such as the SROA member brochure, Recreation Plus program posters, SROA recreation
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recommend actions including fuels treatments, evacuation planning, and the use of prescribed fire to reduce risks. The Sunriver CWPP is available on the Project Wildfire website at www.projectwildfire.org/cwpps The Sunriver CWPP identifies priorities and strategies for reducing hazardous wildland fuels on public and private lands while improving forest health, supporting local industry and economy and improving fire protection capabilities. It also identifies strategies to address special areas of concern such as evacuation routes and outlines actions that groups and individuals can take to help protect themselves and their neighborhoods against the threat of wildland fires. The Sunriver CWPP com-
guest passes and firewood tags/ permits. Continue to monitor and message COVID restrictions on the website, via email and in the Scene. • Community Development: There are currently 232 active projects/building permits that have been reviewed by the department/Design Committee. There has been an increase in building permit final inspections as projects have been completed prior to the onset of winter weather. • Natural Resources: Submitted 2020 Firewise Communities USA and Tree City USA applications for recertification. prehensive update outlines a clear purpose with priorities, strategies and action plans for fuels reduction treatments in the Sunriver wildland urban interface (WUI). The 2020 Sunriver CWPP revision includes objectives aligned with the Cohesive Strategy Goals of fire-adapted communities, resilient landscapes and safe and effective fire response. The revision also captures accomplishments over the past five years, updates risk assessment using the Oregon Wildfire Risk Explorer and maps critical transportation routes. Having an updated CWPP in place increases the potential for all partners to receive grant funding to reduce hazardous vegetation on private and public lands in Sunriver. For more information, contact Boone Zimmerlee, Project Wildfire, at 541-322-7129.
Completed annual asbestos cap inspection at SHARC and annual asbestos awareness training for field staff. Completed marking trees for 2021 LFR contract. Completed annual fall LFR inspections of condo and commercial properties. • IT: Printed new cards that will be used access to each RV storage yard. Added network to the Crescent room for fitness equipment operation. Worked with TetraLync and accounting on database for maintenance fee invoices. • Public Works: Completed 25 tree removal permits for Natural Resources. Placed trees/rocks to block unwanted trails on commons. Picked up wood rounds from around Sunriver and brought to the PW yard for owner pickup (with a permit, of course). Completed placement of snow poles along paths and roads. Completed annual training for crews on snow removal
equipment. Installed new magnesium chloride tank. Adjusted HVAC controls for COVID risk management. • Recreation/SHARC: Preparing for 2021 Recreation Plus and Member Preference program sales. Converted fitness class and lap swim registration to a new online platform. Converted virtual group fitness classes to Zoom from Skype. Liz Quintana was hired at the aquatics supervisor and Darrin Dulley was promoted to facilities manager. The meeting adjourned at 10:36 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Jan. 15 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16. To watch virtually, visit the meeting date on SROA website calendar for details. Approved minutes of the meeting are posted, as available, on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org
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Embracing change, welcoming a new year By Amanda Accamando, Nature Center Manager The new year brings hope of a community reunited at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory – the many members, homeowners, community partners and visitors whose presence we have missed. Despite the challenges inherent in 2020, we had a great opportunity to find new ways to fulfill our mission of connecting you to nature and the cosmos over the last ten months. Virtual lectures and workshops, intimate family experiences at the nature center and observatory, and even Zoom meetings featuring Luna the owl, are all examples of welcome additions to our program repertoire that will continue in a post-pandemic world. So, what does 2021 have in store for us at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory? As we can safely resume in-person and indoor programming this spring and summer, we look forward to bringing back our lecture series and twilight talks
in both our amphitheater and classroom venues. We have penciled in the dates for our summer Wildflower Show & Pollinator Festival and fall FungiFest, on June 26 and October 9, respectively. And stay tuned for information about children’s programming including after school clubs and extended days and hours for summer camp this year. We also have an ambitious goal of planting 3,000 trees this year through community planting events thanks to partnership and grant support from Worthy Garden Club. One new project we look forward to starting this year is chorus frog monitoring throughout Sunriver. Pacific chorus frogs, also known as Pacific tree frogs, are a common sight and sound in Sunriver. However, in 2020 our local office of the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) received a large number of calls reporting a lack of frog vocalizations in the Sunriver area and reduced numbers of tadpoles in histori-
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January offers Mars and meteors By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager Much like others are experiencing, 2020 will go down as one of the strangest years here at the observatory. The observatory at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory needed to adapt to meet a very different operating plan. We have learned so much and are more prepared than ever to face 2021. We will continue to offer in-person and virtual programing. Be sure to check out our website for the most current schedule of operation. Private and public opportunities are both offered at the observatory in January. There are so many exciting jewels of the sky right now, so be sure to get outside and enjoy the beautiful views. Mars is still a prime target for us. If you are outside look at Orion, the Hunter. 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. In January there is a 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, which was discovered in 2003. The shower runs annually from Jan. 1-5. It peaks this year on the night of the 2nd and morning of the 3rd. The waning gibbous moon will block out most of the faintest meteors this year. But if you are patient, you should be able to catch a few bright 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. Turn to Meteors, page 9
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Tern looking forward to 2021 with enthusiasm By Wes Perrin “CHALLENGING!” That’s how manager Susan Ertgaard summed up the past year for Sunriver’s Second Tern Thrift Store. “And please print that in capital letters,” she added, “because conditions surrounding the pandemic really made it hard for us to function in a normal manner. To begin with, the Tern had to endure 12 1/2 weeks of closure due to the virus and smoke from wildfires. “Once we were able to re-open, we were faced with enforcing regulations pertaining to masks, distancing and hand-washing,” said Ertgaard. “Fortunately, the vast majority of our loyal customers
accepted these necessary rules with a smile and we encountered very few grouches. As a result, sales continued to be strong.” As difficult as those weeks were, Ertsgaard remains optimistic and enthusiastic about prospects for launching the Tern’s 33rd year of operation in 2021. “A big reason for my positive outlook is the Tern’s group of 45 returning volunteers, They have been exceptional, and I know they are looking forward to the coming weeks. I cannot say enough about their dedication and team spirit, not to mention their sense of humor when the chips are down.”
Another strong point is the volume of donations that have been received in the final months of 2020. “Perhaps it has to do with being cooped up,” suggested Ertsgaard. “People finally have had time to sort out their belongings and discover what would make meaningful contributions to the Tern.” Not only is the Tern seeing some very high quality regular merchandise, but also continues to obtain items that are rare, collectible and truly unusual. For example, they just received a vintage knitting machine that is huge and definitely one of a kind.” As for the ever popular 50% off sales, Ertgaard confirmed that “we definitely will
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your support for SNCO as an owner, consider becoming a family or supporting member, so that you can share the experience with your family when they visit. SNCO members receive additional benefits such as invites to members-only programs and priority access or registration for popular events such as the native plant sale and summer camps. Owners receive a 10% discount on one-year SNCO memberships. To take advantage of this discount, give our membership office a call at 541-593-4442.
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harmonious living with the many different animals with which we share habitat. You can submit your suggestions this month, and feedback at any time, by emailing us at programs@snco.org. If you are Sunriver homeowner (e.g., SROA member), many of the aforementioned programs and events are available to you for free thanks to the support and strong partnership of Sunriver Owners Association. Owners receive free general admission to the nature center and observatory throughout the year. You can access this benefit by purchasing your tickets online with your homeowner discount code or by dropping in for a visit (daytime at the nature center only) and presenting your SROA Member Preference card. If you wanted to show
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We continue to work on future expansion plans, along with our educational programing for 2021. Check on our website, snco.org for the latest information and programs. January may be a time to reflect, but I 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 around the corner.
Tern volunteers are ready and eager to open the new year with vim and vigor – while maintaining social distancing, of course.
continue to offer them.” Space limitations have always plagued the store, and Ertsgaard is pleased to report that a new 10’ x 20’ storage shed with a roll-up door will be added to the complex in January. “One more reason for my continued optimism about the new year is the support I receive from assistant manager Liz Moore and Tern tech Josh Steeves. Their work behind the scenes really contributes to our success. Plus I’ll have the volunteer management council to continue to provide valuable help.” Located on Spring River Road just west of Harper Bridge, the Tern is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. However, donations are accepted only on Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More information is available at secondtern.com or calling 541593-3367. New volunteers are
welcomed and can apply on the Tern website or by calling Liz at 541-593-3367. All sales benefit the nonprofit Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory.
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Design Manual language revision approved By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene At its Dec. 19 meeting, the SROA Board of Directors approved language changes to better clarify the Design Manual of Rules & Procedures regarding staking and stringing property lines prior to any construction project. SROA Community Develop-
ment staff and the Design Committee found that the current wording of Section 4.16 was poorly written and problematic for owners to understand. This caused procedural inefficiencies for both staff and the Design Committee during the review process. The revision was for clarification purposes only and did not change, eliminate or
add any new requirements. “The amendment will greatly assist owners and/or their contractors in having a clearer understanding of the on-site property process desired and will benefit them by not having their project deferred or denied,” said Keith Kessaris, SROA assistant general manager.
The Design Manual change is as follows: Section 4.16 Regardless of project size, property lines are to be staked and strung prior to the submittal deadline and shall remain until the project is complete. Corner Pins – must be located and visible for inspection. If a corner pin cannot be found, a licensed surveyor must be retained to locate or replace the pin. Property Lines – must be staked and strung prior to submittal deadline and shall remain until project is complete. Staking – all projects must be staked or marked to show scope of project. Where staking is impractical, the Community Development staff may approve an alternate method of displaying boundary and property lines. • New Homes – (except as permitted for Preliminary review) staking shall be accomplished with substantial stakes, which shall be a minimum of three (3) feet in height. Staking with the use of colored string shall clearly denote: foundation line; first floor; first floor decks; trash, mechanical, and storage enclosures; upper floor (if it overhangs the first floor; second floor decks with exterior stairs; and driveways. • For projects other than a new home, project outlines shall be marked (hot tub, dog run, etc.). If the proposed project is on a deck the dimensions shall be outlined lasting the entire review period. Trees – all trees proposed for removal shall be identified by tying a ribbon around them. They shall not be painted or otherwise harmed. If Community Development staff becomes aware that staking and stringing of property lines or project outlines has not been accomplished in accordance with Section 4.02 deadlines, the applicant and Design Committee shall be notified, and the proposed project shall be deleted from the agenda for the scheduled Design Committee meeting.
First reading: proposed rule change to add Class 2 e-bikes During its Dec. 19 meeting, the SROA Board of Directors approved a first reading change to Sunriver Rules & Regulations 2.03 regarding e-bikes. The recommended change was proposed by the Covenants Committee is to include and allow Class 2 e-bikes on Sunriver pathways. Changes are in red or strike through notations as noted below. Owners can submit comments to the board for or against the proposed rule change during a 60-day period that ends Feb. 17. Comments can be emailed to infosroa@srowners.org by the deadline date. 2.03 Pathways, Pedestrians and Cycles B. Pathways shall be used solely by (1) pedestrians and (2) non-motorized vehicles. The term “non-motorized vehicles” means tricycles, bicycles, scooters, strollers, child trailers, tagalong bikes towed behind bicycles and Class 1 and Class 2 E-bikes. For purposes of these Rules, “Class 1 and Class 2 E-bikes” means two-wheeled, pedal-assist only, low-speed electric bicycles, with no throttle, that have a maximum assisted speed of 20mph. All motorized vehicles and non-motorized vehicles not specifically described above (including, but not limited to, skateboards, rollerblades, inline skates, hoverboards, electric or other motorized versions of nonmotorized vehicles (whether assisted or fully electric), any throttle-assisted or pedal-assisted E-bikes capable of speeds higher than 20mph and Segways) are prohibited. Exception to this rule applies to SROA authorized vehicles and vehicles issued written permits by SROA. Notwithstanding the foregoing, wheelchairs and other similar conveyances are permitted on SROA pathways for use by persons with a disability or infirmity that requires their use. Violation of this rule by using the pathways with any prohibited means of propulsion constitutes a Class C offense.
Sunriver Art Fair plans 2021 return The Sunriver Art Fair is a nationally recognized, juried fine arts and crafts event which has been very popular with Sunriver residents and visitors for over 10 years. In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic forced art fairs across the country to cancel, including ours. The impact on artists has been devastating and many are struggling. We have been working hard to help artists stay in business, including promoting their websites at www.sunriver artfair.com/artists/ and part-
nering on #ArtistsSunday for Thanksgiving weekend holiday shopping. Some West Coast art fairs have already cancelled their 2021 event, but we have not. The 2021 Sunriver Art Fair team is looking forward to seeing everyone again in the beautiful Village at Sunriver, one of our proud sponsors. Join us Aug. 13-15, 2021 to shop for art directly from the artists, enjoy live entertainment and family fun in a safe, friendly Turn to Fair, page 11
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meetings & gatherings Meetings may be virtual and/or have limited public access under COVID-19 restrictions. Visit the online calendar for meeting details and updates.
JANUARY MEETINGS
SROA Committees Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on.
8 Design Committee---------------------------------10am 12 Magistrate -----------------------------------------10am 14 SSD Board Meeting------------------------------- 3pm 15 SROA Board Work Session---------------------- 9am 16 SROA Board Meeting---------------------------- 9am 22 Design Committee--------------------------------- 10am
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Patty Smith covenants@srowners.org Design
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Gerhard Beenan, chair finance@srowners.org Nominating
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environment. New in 2021, the fair is expanding to include an online shopping event from Aug. 13 to Sept. 26. Artist applications for the 12th Sunriver Art Fair will be closing on March 15. If you are an artist or know one who would like to exhibit both in-person and online, now is the time to get an application submitted. Go to www.sunriverartfair. com for more information and follow us on: • Facebook: www.facebook. com/SunriverArtFair • Instagram: www.instagram. com/sunriverartfair/ • Twitter: twitter.com/Sun riverArtFair SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2021
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Owner Enrichment to host ‘TED Talks to Share’ event A shared TED experience is a great way to brighten winter, stimulate your quarantinenumbed mind and safely interact with neighbors. The Owner Enrichment Committee is sponsoring a TED talk viewing, followed by group discussion of what was watched. Two carefully selected talks will be presented. “Why I have coffee with people who send me hate mail,” describes the experience of an elected official’s unusual response to hateful
messages from strangers. “How I climbed a 3,000 foot vertical cliff… without ropes,” suggests life lessons from a true adventure tale. Each talk will be about 20 minutes long, followed by lively discussion. TED Talks to Share will held be in SHARC’s Pringle Hall at 3 p.m. on Jan. 21 (COVID restrictions permitting). Social distancing will be observed, so participation is limited to ensure enough room. Masks will be worn.
Advance registration is required due to limited space. To register, go to sunriveryou. com/classes. This is a bit like a book club for TED talks. If this is wellreceived, it may become the first of a series. If you have questions about the January event or a suggestion for possible event in the future, contact info@ sunriveryou.com.
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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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Get to Know your Festival By Meagan Iverson Being a child piano prodigy in a small rural community isn’t easy. Becoming a respected conductor of both opera and classical music is even harder. But that is the fascinating musical journey that brings Kelly Kuo, a finalist for the festival’s artistic director, to Central Oregon to conduct summer concerts in 2021. The current artistic director of the Oregon Mozart Players, Kuo brings musical versatility including work on over 90 operas plus an expansive symphonic repertoire. In 2008, Kuo became the first conductor of Asian descent to lead a performance at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, making his company debut with Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Kuo continues to concertize as the only pianist to have studied with two pupils of Russian virtuoso Vladimir Horowitz. “It’s unusual to be a hybrid conductor handling both opera and symphonic assignments,” explains Kuo. “Although many old school conductors started
in opera, today it can be difficult to make this transition.” Making difficult transitions is nothing new for Kuo. At the age of four, he and his parents were visiting a department store and he spied a piano and just started playing. That prompted them to have Kelly take piano lessons. There was only one problem. In the small town of Hermiston, Oregon the best piano teacher thought he was too young and suggested he first start violin lessons with her son. So, Kelly transitioned to the violin. But not long after musical talent was recognized, piano lessons commenced, and both he and his brother became accomplished and well-known pianists. After his violin teacher moved on to college, he switched to the clarinet and joined the band. Hermiston’s renowned high school band program, third in the state at the time, included 225 young musicians out of 1,000 students. “There were only two band directors in Hermiston, one for the high school and one
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Deschutes Public Library launches curbside text customer pickup Deschutes Public Library customers have a new way to pick up their library materials – without having to enter a library. With a cell phone and a few text messages, library staff can now retrieve customers’ holds and deliver them curbside. “Our new curbside service makes it easy for customers to pick up their holds without having to enter their library,” said Library Services Manager Holly McKinley. “If someone can text, they can use this service. It’s really user-friendly.” To use the new service, customers simply need to be at the library where their materials are being held and park in one of the designated curbside parking spaces. Each of the six libraries has a unique number customers will text when they arrive to pick up their holds; these num-
bers are prominently displayed at each designated parking space at all library locations. Curbside service is available during open hours only. A list of locations and hours can be found at www.deschuteslibrary. org/about/libraries. Once customers arrive and text the number, library staff will verify their information and retrieve their materials – on hold through the library’s website (www.deschuteslibrary. org). Materials will be delivered to the customer’s car and placed in their trunk or back seat. “Library staff have been working hard to make sure community members still have access to the information and resources they need during this pandemic,” said Library Director Todd Dunkelberg. “This new texting system is Turn to Curbside, page 13
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Gallery provides enjoyable atmosphere, despite COVID restrictions By Deni Porter Everyone is sighing in relief to say goodbye to the year 2020. Although early 2021 is still going to be somewhat low key due to the continuing COVID distancing policies, we can still celebrate art. At Artists’ Gallery Sunriver there is plenty to celebrate. We still are not ready to move into full party mode, but we can provide a very pleasant and enjoyable atmosphere for locals and visitors to appreciate the beauty produced by 30 local artists. Featured this month is printmaker Wade Womack who works primarily with the reduction wood block printing technique. For the many of you who do not know what that is,
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– lightest to darkest determines the order of the carving process. The result is a print that is rich in line, color and movement. Also featured this month are Jeff and Heather Thompson who have been creating sculpture in molten hot glass together for more than 18 years. Their style is based in the traditional Italian method of glassblowing which utilizes a long steel blowpipe to “gather” liquid hot glass from a crucible furnace. They are best known for their sea life sculptures, contemporary vases and largescale installations. The duo also
produce pieces inspired by local wildlife. Their families of glass quail are extremely popular, as are the wide variety of local birds. The couple produces many large custom installations in their local studio. They work with the purchaser to decide on colors and shapes and provide the installation of the piece. Artists’ Gallery Sunriver is located in building 19 in The Village at Sunriver. The gallery is open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 541-593-4382 or visit www. artistsgallerysunriver.com
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County awards grant to Sunriver Area Chamber The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce recently was awarded a $40,000 grant from Deschutes County to provide critical support to local businesses during the pandemic. Chamber Executive Director Kent Elliott said the grant will be used to promote a shop local campaign for the retail businesses and restaurants. “We know Sunriver is a safe place for people to shop, eat, play and create memories and that’s an important message we want to share with others,” Elliott said. “Sunriver is the place where people can go and know the businesses and restaurants are following state guidelines as well as going above and beyond to take precautions to keep people safe from COVID and providing the best customer service.” Elliott worked with Deschutes County Commissioner Patti Adair to secure funding for the chambers of commerce in Sunriver, Sisters and La Pine. The funding for the Buy Local Campaign was from the federal CARES Act through the Coronavirus Relief Fund. Deschutes County was responsible for allocating the funding. “We knew with additional funding the chambers would be able to assist the businesses in their community,” Adair said. “I know it’s been tough for many of the businesses, especially the restaurants complying with guidelines during the pandemic.” Adair and Elliott encourage residents and guests of Sunriver as well as people from nearby communities to shop and eat
locally. “We are all in this together,” Adair said. “We need to work together the next couple of months to help our businesses get through this challenging time. Without local support, it’s possible many businesses won’t be able to stay open.” Sunriver Books & Music owner Deon Stonehouse has taken many steps to ensure the safety of her shoppers including limiting five people at a time in the store and offering curbside or delivery in Sunriver. “There is value in shopping at stores that have roots in the community and that care about the community,” said Stonehouse. “When you shop local, the shop owner lives here, cares about what happens to individuals and the community as a whole and treats everyone right.” Sunriver Brewery directors Ryan Duley and Brandon Ehrlich emphasized their goal is to provide their customers a highquality experience, regardless of the circumstances. During the pandemic, they have taken extra steps to adhere to state
guidelines to keep customers safe. “We are a small family business that understands many other small businesses operate on a month-to-month status. We know many small businesses aren’t capable of sustaining the new regulations and loss of business,” Duley said. “That’s why we try to do what we can to support other small businesses not only during this time but all the time.” Duley and Ehrlich encourage the people visiting and living in Sunriver as well nearby community members to shop and eat locally. “The dollars spent locally do more to help the community, because they stay in the community,” Ehrlich said. “Many local businesses like ours sponsor community events.” Incoming chamber president Dan Youmans applauds how many entities in Sunriver are working with the chamber to support local businesses and the importance of adhering to safety protocols. The chamber
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www.sunriverwomensclub.com SRWC president’s message Happy New Year! As I look back on 2020, I am so proud of the Sunriver Women’s Club. In late March, the SRWC “stepped up” with the COVID-19 Nonprofit Fund to assist nonprofits that provide essential services in south Deschutes County. To date, we have distributed a total of $36,000. In 2021, we will continue our virtual events until we feel it is safe to resume in-person events. Here’s to a safe and healthy new year. –Nancy Fischer, SRWC president • Winter Wear for Kids: Due to the generosity of our members, deliveries of clothing were made in December and will continue into January. We have collected $1,275 in donations to purchase additional winter wear items. Please check the SRWC’s website for additional information on items to purchase and where to drop off clothing items. Monetary donations can be mailed to SRWC, PO Box 3334, Sunriver OR 97707.
• Programs: The SRWC January Luncheon will be held Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom. You must register to receive the Zoom link. This month our guest speakers will be focusing on new businesses in the new year! The two businesses presenting will be The Fold, Lauren Copeland and Lisa Cassity, and The Sunriver Bakery Project, Knut Radloff. An optional box lunch to preorder and pick up will be available from Cafe Sintra. • Grant opportunities for 2021: The Sunriver Women’s club is soliciting applications for their annual grant program for nonprofits addressing critical needs in south Deschutes County. The goal of the SRWC philanthropy program for 2021 is to ensure that our nonprofit partners continue to have the resources necessary to meet the increased need in the areas of child abuse, education, food, mental health and shelter. The 2021 SRWC Grant Program will have three deadlines: Jan. 25, May 25 and Sept. 25. More detailed information and application forms can be
found on the SRWC website, www.sunriverwomensclub. com/How-We-Give. Please contact Kris Besson, Philanthropy Committee chair at srwcphilanthropy@gmail.com with questions. COVID-19 Nonprofit Fund: Support nonprofits providing essential services to our south county neighbors impacted by the coronavirus. Donate at www.sunriver womensclub.com/DonationPage, or send check to PO Box 3334, Sunriver OR 97707. • Membership: The SRWC membership year runs from Oct. 1 through Sept. 30. New members are welcome to join in any month. Participate in SRWC social activities and philanthropic endeavors by applying online. Many of our activities and our monthly programs are virtual right now so we are staying safe while staying socially connected! For additional information go to the SRWC website or contact srwcmembership@gmail.com • Legacy Bricks: Legacy Bricks are the perfect way to memorialize your life, family,
friends, healthcare workers, firefighters, teacher/homeschooler, or other volunteers in Sunriver and support the Sunriver Women’s Club Philanthropy Program at the same time. Bricks will be permanently displayed as part of the walkway surrounding the amphitheater bowl at the SHARC. Place your orders at www. fundraisingbrick.com/onlineorders/sunriver/ or email us at srwcbricks@gmail.com. • Sunriver Art Fair: Artist applications for the 12th Sunriver Art Fair will close on March 15. If you are an artist or know one who would like to exhibit both in-person and online, now is the time to get your application submitted. Go to www. sunriverartfair.com for more information and follow us at facebook.com/SunriverArtFair. The 2021 Sunriver Art Fair team is looking forward to seeing everyone again in the Village at Sunriver, one of our proud sponsors. Join us Aug. 13-15 for in-person art, enter-
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With COVID-19 cases spiking and the weather turning colder, we are reminded that our neighbors in south Deschutes County continue to need essential services provided by area nonprofits. The COVID-19 Nonprofit Fund is responding into the winter to support nonprofits to enable them to address ongoing needs. If you are thinking about starting the new year by helping those suffering from the pandemic, consider making a donation and letting the Sunriver Women’s Club find the ways your gift can address a critical need. Every cent of your donation goes directly back into the local community. To date, donations from generous Sunriver Women’s Club members and the community have provided more than $36,000 in awards to nonprofits for much needed food
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Fly Tying Corner: Quill Gordon By Phil Fischer One of the most timeless fly patterns was brought to us by Theodore Gordon, a famous fly fisher and fly tier that created his namesake fly pattern, the Quill Gordon, in the late 1800s. This pattern was created to fish the tumbling streams and waters in the Catskill Mountains in the Eastern United States. The Quill Gordon was the first of the iconic Catskill series of fly patterns, which include the red quill, Hendrickson, light cahill and many more. The patterns were originally designed to imitate mayflies common in the region and are still tied and in widespread use today. It was adapted from some flies used on placid English chalk streams sent to the Catskill region by renowned English fly-fishing author, Fredrick Halford. With some changes to adapt the English patterns to the faster and more tumbling waters of the Catskill region, Theodore’s Quill Gordon fly pattern was born.
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I followed the original pattern in this rendition very closely. I used a whiting coq de Leon hackle fiber for the tail in natural pardo. I also used a stripped peacock eye barb dyed brown for the abdomen. The wing features a lemon wood duck flank feather tied in a rolled wing style mirroring the original patterns that have become a mainstay in many of the traditional Catskill dry fly patterns. Lastly, the hackle is a whiting dry fly saddle feather in a natural dun. I added a degree of strength to the pattern using some super glue under the peacock eye and hackle. Obviously, super glue was not available when the original Quill Gordon was created. However, Mr. Gordon often used a counter wrap of fine wire to strengthen the abdomen of the pattern to achieve the same result. Give this pattern a try on some of our local Central Oregon rivers. It works! Experiment with this pattern, or other traditional Catskill dry flies, on Central Oregon’s rivAmazon for any of your online shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile and select the Sunriver Women’s Club: https://smile.amazon.com/ ch/51-0186089. • We Care: If you are aware of members who could use a word of support to lift their spirits, a note of sympathy or congratulations please send the information to our “We Care” Coordinator, Lynne Haroun, at srwccorrespondingsecretary@ gmail.com
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Outdoor recreational opportunities, COVID risk map available for public use The Office of Outdoor Recreation (OREC) promotes the use of Parkpulse.io as a web tool to plan outdoor recreation opportunities during the pandemic. Parkpulse.io is an online mapping tool which provides information about most of Oregon’s publicly accessible recreation areas including city, county, state and federal lands. This resource displays nearby recreation opportunities based on a user’s location and shows detailed information for each site, such as; available amenities, the potential for encountering crowds and an estimate of site specific COVID-19 prevalence. This tool was designed and produced at no public expense by Knot, a landscape architecture and experiential graphic design firm in Portland. OREC facilitates public-private partnerships and looks for ways to increase accessibility to the outdoors for all Oregonians. “Oregon is fortunate to have many public lands and there was an obvious need for a map that showed different recreation areas and their COVID-19 risks, no matter who the land manager was – local, state or federal,” said Cailin O’Brien-Feeney, di-
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COVID-busting romantic comedy movie discussions A really good movie benefits from a follow-up discussion like a fine meal benefits from a follow-up snuggle in front of a fireplace. The Owner Enrichment Committee is offering the chance to experience a fourpart romantic comedy film fest just in time for Valentine’s Day. Our hosts will be a group of Sunriver residents that formed a movie discussion group at the start of the pandemic (Lucy and Dan Hilburn, Liz LeCuyer and Gary Custozzo, Mechelle Griffin and Joseph Batz and Gwen and Bob Gamble). The group has chosen four
entertaining movies that span nearly a century of romantic comedies. All of them are available on popular streaming platforms including Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Google Play, Vudu and Fandango Now. Participants will watch the movies at their leisure at home, then join a discussion via Zoom. The series will kick off with a discussion of “Crazy Rich Asians” (2018) on Monday, Feb. 1. This glitzy romance is set in Singapore and highlights the life of the super-rich. Sparks fly between the young lovers, Rachael and Nick, but watch out when lava bombs erupt
between Rachael and Nick’s fire-breathing mother. Next, on Feb. 8, we’ll discuss “What’s Up, Doc?” (1972), a fun, feel-good comedy about two researchers in San Francisco competing for a research grant in music. Barbara Streisand and Ryan O’Neal anchor the cast and deliver the laughs. “Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) on Feb. 15 follows the life and loves of English retirees adjusting to an inexpensive but not-quite-ready-for-occupation retirement residence in India. The all-star British/Indian cast will warm your heart and put a smile on your face.
Finally, we’ll wrap up with the classic that launched the genre – “It Happened One Night” (1934) on Feb. 22. Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert are oil and vinegar when they meet, but after sharing a road trip, they find themselves falling for each other. Unfortunately, their adventure is taking them closer to her wedding – to another man. Gadget geeks will appreciate the cameo of an autogyro in the final scene. Registration is required through Sunriver You’s website at www.sunriveryou.com. Though we can’t yet say, “see you at the movies,” we can say we’re looking forward to seeing you on Zoom after the movies.
The Sunriver Community Christmas Sharing Program thanks you By Tim Loewen More than 6,300 people live in the Sunriver-Three Rivers community. More than 60% of the 375 students in our local Three Rivers School are eligible for free and reduced meals because their families incomes fall below the poverty level. As these needs were shared 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 59 children received Christmas gifts. Traditional holiday meals were provided for 53 families. The Sunriver Christmas Sharing Program provided service to 165 individuals of all ages. More than 100 community individuals and groups contributed their time, talents, resources and love back to our community, our neighbors, our brothers and sisters
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driver stated, “giving is far more rewarding than receiving. Thank you for the opportunity to serve the community. God bless and Merry Christmas!” For years volunteers from the Sunriver-Three Rivers community have reached out to our neighbors not so fortunate and to share 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 Volunteers load up cars with Christmas food and gift baskets. child’s face. To provide a meal worthy of celebration. and our children. husband. The Sunriver Community Here are some of the respons• After receiving several boxes es or comments from families of food another woman said, Turn to Christmas, page 25 receiving gift packages: “There’s more?” • A grateful woman respond• A young boy said “thank ed: “you must be the Christmas you.” turkey!” • Another woman wanted to • A little boy was thrilled to say “thank you to everyone for get mac and cheese. Got a hug, the food and gifts” and wished too. Everyone was very grateful. a merry Christmas. • A family said “thank you, •One recipient family comthank you, thank you.” mented “You have no idea what • Another family was very this means to us!” appreciative. They were very • An elderly man said “thank thankful. you. Merry Christmas to you • A woman said “thank you, all.” IN SUNRIVER God bless you.” She just lost her • A volunteer gift delivery
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SSD board monthly meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on Dec. 17, 2020. Board members present: Bill Hepburn, Dennis Dishaw, Ron Stephens, John Ralston, Robert Foster and Jackie Schmid. SSD staff present: Chief Cory Darling, Chief Tim Moor, Lt. Mike Womer, Debbie Baker, Mindy Holliday.
SSD Financial Report Year-to-date as of November 31, 2020 (unaudited) Total Revenues............................................ $5,226,824* Police Personnel, Materials & Services.......... $726,249 Fire Personnel, Materials & Services............. $1,179,461 Bike Patrol.................................................. $55,994 General Personnel, Materials & Services....... $77,492
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Public input -None Consent Agenda –Approved Nov. 19, 2020 regular SSD board meeting minutes as written. –Approved Nov. 23, 2020 SSD work session meeting minutes as written. –Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of $14,773.92. –Approved payment of invoice for 2021 annual contribution to HRA/VEBA in the amount of $64,200. –Approved annual assessment payment to Coles & Coles in the amount of $11,410.67. This provides funding support for SWAT, drug enforcement, major investigations and chaplaincy programs. –Approved budgeted $7,100 for Knox Box key accountability system. Old business –Strategic Plan: The first meeting with stakeholders took place to present an overview of the Strategic Plan. The group was then broken into categories to focus and review three specific topics within the plan: 1. Expectations of Service 2. Finances 3. Public Safety Facilities. Each group will report back with thoughts and suggestions before the plan will be finalized plan and released to the public sometime in February. New business –Approved Resolution 2020009 accepting changes to district policies. –Approved chair signature on letter of support to Deschutes County for on proposed new ordinances for defensible space and enhancing building codes to further protect homes from wildfire in unincorporated county areas. “This will improve what Sunriver is already doing,” said Sunriver Fire Chief Tim Moor. –Discussed proposed rule change by SROA regarding common ground restricted use. –Discussed changes to the Page 20
which were emergencies. Officers conducted 1,131 traffic, 2,372 security checks, provided 358 community-policing responses, there were 14 citations for violations of SROA Rules & Regulations, 12 parking violations and 85 people arrested. –Sgt. PJ Beaty officially re-
tired in December after 25 years of service to the Sunriver community. –Officers Matt Palmer and Kelsey Kaping are currently assigned to the police academy with a graduation date in April Turn to SSD, page 22
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Thank you for your service! Sgt. PJ Beaty, seen with his granddaughter Teigen, officially retired from the Sunriver Police Department on Dec. 8 after serving the Sunriver community for 25 years.
employee handbook. Proposed changes include changing pronouns, language cleanup and updating law changes. The document has been reviewed by legal and a final draft will be presented to the board in January for approval. –The chiefs presented their year-end performance measures, but noted that the pandemic put a wrinkle in a lot of things and some items could not be implemented. –Received the 2021 budget calendar with instructions for the board and staff. –Approved Chief Moor and SSD chair Bill Hepburn to sign the finalized Community Wildfire Protection Plan document. As Chief Moor stated, “This is not a binding or legal document, but we all agree to agree on wildland fire mitigation plans for Sunriver and the surrounding area.” See page 1. –Chiefs Darling and Moor will put together a work session for the board to discuss the board’s roles and responsibilities in the event of a major emergency. –Approved November 2020 unaudited financials. Chief reports Fire –In November, there were 36 calls for the Sunriver Fire Department, which included 21 EMS calls, 3 hazardous con-
ditions, 5 motor vehicle crashes and 3 mutual aid responses. –Chief Moor noted that they have received some $60,000 to date for expense reimbursement for responding to wildland fires in Oregon and California in 2020. –The board will receive a new ambulance billing contract in January. The new billing system is more accurate and efficient in revenue and collection tracking. –Even though COVID vaccines have been distributed in Oregon, Chief Moor predicted it would be two to four weeks before they would be available to first responders. –Working with La Pine Fire on an operational guideline for mutual aid responses and improving communications for implementation in 2021. –Deschutes County approved short-term use of the fire station’s mezzanine area as a fitness area during COVID-19 since crews are unable to work out at Sage Springs. –Training included vehicle extrication and hazardous materials. –The fire station was a dropoff location for Christmas food baskets. Donations were down this year. Police –Year to date, the Sunriver Police Department received 7651 calls for service, 609 of www.sunriverowners.org
BAC = Blood Alcohol Content DCJ = Deschutes County Jail DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office DOA = Dead On Arrival DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants DWS = Driving While Suspended GOA = Gone On Arrival MVA = Motor Vehicle Accident
OSP = Oregon State Police RP = Reporting Person R&Rs = Rules & Regulations SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center SFD = Sunriver Fire Department SFST = Standardized Field Sobriety Test UTL = Unable To Locate
11-7 Assist to OSP on a pickup vs. semi MVA at the listed location. The driver was traveling too fast for icy road conditions and lost control. The driver slid into the path of an oncoming semi, resulting in a near headon collision. Surprisingly, there were no injuries to the involved parties. 11-7 Responded to a Spring River Road location for a rollover crash. The driver was arrested for DUII. 11-8 A hit and run occurred overnight at a Wild Lily Lane location. There is no suspect info. 11-8 Officer attempted a traffic stop on Highway 97. Suspect refused to stop for law enforcement, but was eventually located and cited for several crimes. 11-12 Dispatched to a dog attack at East Park Lane location. Both parties were contacted and neither dogs were injured. 11-13 Came across a vehicle vs. tree MVA on Cottonwood Road. 11-13 Loud yelling and music reported on Grouse Lane. Officer advised guest of Sunriver R&Rs. 11-15 Responded to found/left behind firearm at a Vacasa rental on Todd Lane. 11-15 Received an online submission from the Sunriver Police website indicating a resident on Landrise Lane had been the victim of an online scam. 11-17 Located a stop sign down on East Cascade/North Imnaha that was hit and knocked down. 11-19 Report of a violation of Gov. Kate Brown’s order of gatherings of no more than six people, from no more than two households, at a Vine Maple home. The group was advised about the governor’s order and warned that they could be subject to a citation. The group said they were scheduled to stay through Sunday. 11-20 Officer took a theft report that had occurred at a Thielsen Lane location. 11-21 Report of a lost wallet, possibly at the recycle center. The recycle center was searched and UTL the wallet. 11-21 Skis and bindings were found at an Abbot Drive location. 11-24 Contacted by RP who indicated he was bitten by a dog the previous night. 11-26 Officer made a traffic stop on Stellar Drive that resulted in a DUII arrest. 11-27 Officer was dispatched to a report of stolen furniture from a Wickiup Lane home. SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2021
Welcoming the new year By Jim Bennett This past year will certainly go down in the history books as a memorable one and terminology like “COVID” and “social distancing” will probably never be forgotten. As we prepare this article (in early December) the vaccine is on the cusp of release and we are all hopeful for a much different year and saying a longer-thanwe-want “goodbye” to the novel coronavirus. Undoubtedly, mask usage is most likely still a part of our everyday life, as well as other safety precautions. As the vaccine rolls out, please continue to do your part to keep our community, friends and family safe. We will keep you posted as the police and fire departments gradually change their procedures back for certain services and lobby access. Please continue to check our websites (sun riverfire.org and sunriverpd. org) for closures or restrictions. Regardless of where we are with the virus, our core services remain and when you call for help, we will always be there. The departments will be completing their annual reports at the beginning of the new year and in next month’s edition we plan to share some of the other activity and positive forward momentum in your departments in 2020. Training, training, training Throughout the year both the Sunriver Fire and Police departments conduct various trainings so they remain well prepared to respond to any incident or need that may occur in our community. This time of year we tend to
see an increase in traffic accidents, often on Highway 97. Preparedness and training for responding to these incidents is critical. Accidents, especially during winter months, provide other complexities, with icy and slippery roadways as well as reduced visibility. Whether it’s a roll-over accident or a vehicle into a tree, there are times where an accident can trap an occupant. Simply “pulling” them from the vehicle can cause additional injury and, in some cases, is not even possible. In December, our firefighters participated in extrication training using our new electric extrication tools. These tools provide super mechanical strength to rescuers – allowing them to bend, pull and even cut right through metal. However, as you can imagine, the wrong cut or a poorly placed pull or push of metal, can make a situation much worse. Training, training and more training (along with the right tools) makes all the difference to know, and have practiced, the best and safest ways to remove trapped occu- Sunriver firefighters train using extrication tools (aka Jaws of pants. Life) that assist in safely removing victims from a vehicle. Slow down, save lives Our police officers are often the first to arrive on scene and after checking the status of those involved and rendering aid as appropriate, they quickly begin jumping into scene management. Scene management puts them in the front line of danger as they direct traffic, direct incoming responders and create as safe environment as possible to avoid additional accidents or injuries. Officers and rescue personnel can often be in the traffic lane
and a sliding vehicle can be a serious risk to everyone’s safety. Please, follow state law and move a lane over. If this is not an option, reduce your vehicle’s speed and be aware of potential objects or obstructions in the roadway. Also, be prepared for lane changes and active traffic control by officers who may direct you to stop or turn. Help keep all of our first responders safe. None of us intend to be in a traffic accident, but accidents do occur, so be prepared. Make
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The Fold brings ‘elevated, upscale pizza’ to Sunriver By Andrea Hine Given that Sunriver already has three existing restaurants offering pizza on their menu – Blondie’s Pizza, Marcello’s and Café Sintra (and some two dozen in Bend) – why the heck would someone decide to compete in this competitive category, especially in the middle of a pandemic? With her family owing a vacation home in the area and having been a regular visitor for years, Lauren Copelan admitted that she, and her twin sister Lisa (born and raised in Hawaii), dreamed of one day ending up in Central Oregon. “We already have three restaurants in Southern California and chose Sunriver for our fourth location as we felt the community needed a little more elevated, upscale pizza,” she said.
Lauren Copelan, (second from left), her twin sister Lisa, and Chris Copelan, co-own The Fold Craft Pizza & Kitchen. They are shown with chef Shawn Smith (far left).
And just weeks since The Fold Craft Pizza & Kitchen opened for business, locals are already applauding this decision. “As serious pizza people, we’ve anxiously been awaiting
your arrival,” said one customer. “This place is really good,” said another. “I love that the ingredients are homemade, and sourcing them locally is always a plus in my book.” Echoed a third fan, “I’m so happy to have another pizza option in Sunriver.” “We’re very happy with the response this far,” responded Copelan. “And credit goes to our amazing chef, Shawn Smith. a self-proclaimed pizza lover who claims that the crust he developed is the culmination of his entire 20-year culinary career. It’s the perfect pizza crust, with just the right amount of crisp and chew.” Customers are in happy accord, with one Yelp reviewer commenting that “you can tell a lot of time and thought has gone into making the dough
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more soups and even a kid’s menu in addition to a full bar with craft cocktails to round out our beer and wine selection.” Looking at the well-appointed space occupied by Sunriver’s newest restaurant, it’s easy to see that this entrepreneur knows what she’s talking about. “After taking over the building in October, we totally renovated it before opening, gutting the inside and redoing the kitchen,”
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new Employee Pension Stability Account (EPSA) for each member. Funds from the EPSA will be used to pay for part of the employee’s pension benefits at retirement. –Met with member of the Budget Committee member Bette Butler and SROA controller Joe Healy to clean up the budget spreadsheets. –Participating with both fire chiefs in the Rental Registry Task Force.
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2021. –A final job offer was extended to Stephen Lopez as Sunriver’s new sergeant with a start date of Jan. 1. –Sunriver officers assisted the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team with a large drug trafficking case in Sunriver, resulting in the confiscation of 36 pounds of methamphetamine, five pounds of heroin, related packaging materials, a gun and $2,000 in cash during vehicle and room searches at Sunriver Resort. This is the single largest drug bust in CODE Team history. –Officers attended various training, including: hostage drill, mental health, hazardous materials, medical wound packing, rifle and handgun qualification. Administration –In the last fall session, Oregon legislature passed SB 1049 requiring members earning more than $2,500 per month have a portion of their 6% Individual Account Program contributions redirected to a
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– it’s crispy and light and has lots of flavor.” Said another: “the crust is fantastic, cooked perfectly, I’ll be back!” While very appreciative of the praise, Copelan pointed out that as its name implies, The Fold Craft Pizza & Kitchen offers other options such as signature sandwiches, salads, soup of the day and small plates. (Korean drumsticks, cumin-roasted carrots or porchetta fries, anyone?) “We’ll also be adding an array of small entrees, desserts,
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Other business –The annual SDAO conference will be held virtually in February with more details to come. –The board is scheduled to review the fire/police chief and administrator wages. –The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 14, 3 p.m. Directions for attending the meeting virtually are posted on the SROA calendar under the SSD meeting date. The meeting adjourned at 4:56 p.m. Approved meeting minutes are posted to www.sunriversd. org as available.
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Building a defense against the dangers of EXIF data What is EXIF data? EXIF stands for Exchangeable Image File Format. It is basically the metadata attached to every digital photo you take. It will include information such as the camera model and settings you used, the date and time you took the picture, and even details about exactly where you took the picture. Photographers can use this data to help organize their photos, perform searches, or re-create the exact manner in which a picture was taken. If you care about your privacy – EXIF data can be a problem. Imagine sending a photo to someone you just met online
or to someone who is trying to buy something from you through an online marketplace. Beyond that, some social networks and photo-sharing sites have features that share EXIF data alongside images. Others, including Facebook, do not share EXIF data but may utilize the information internally. Do you really want to post or share a photo that a bad actor can use to target exactly where you live or work? Where your kids go to school? Generally, no. Here are some simple rules to follow regarding EXIF data and your photos: • Turn off your phone or camera’s geo-location feature
before ever taking the picture. Note: devices in airplane mode can still capture geo-location information. • Remove EXIF data before sharing images with people or posting them online, especially when images are captured in private homes or businesses. There are free apps that you can use to do this. • Use an EXIF viewer to verify that you were successful stripping the personal data from the photos before sharing. • Before uploading images, use available privacy settings to limit the audience to only your close friends and family. • Minimize the use of apps
Ways to safely share your online photos We talked about EXIF data that can be embedded in your photos. EXIF data can tell you (and others) exactly where you took the photo, with what kind of camera, what kinds of settings you used, and more. This week, we will talk about some other privacy concerns you should consider when posting your pics. There are many photo sharing sites out there, including some big ones you have likely heard of such as Google Photos, Apple’s “Photos” app and Flickr. Beyond those options, many of us also use social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter to post and share pictures. No matter which app or platform you are using, they all have an array of different security settings and sharing options. Some features on these sites are purposeful and even helpful. Face recognition, for instance, helps the system sort your photos, making them easier to find. However, depending on which product you are using, some features might provide more access than you are comfortable giving. It’s up to you to decide what limits you want to set. Here are some options: • Limit visibility of the photos to only
your account. • Set your account to private or “friends only.” Remember that even if you restrict your data from public view, the service may still have access to your data and may share it with third parties. • Avoid posting or tagging images that clearly show your face. Consider only posting pictures from a distance, at an angle, or with you wearing sunglasses or other coverings. • Finally, remember that no matter how good you are at setting privacy restrictions on your own account, you need to make sure family members and friends who post pictures of you are taking similar precautions. If you have been victimized by a cyber fraud, be sure to file a report at the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www. ic3.gov or call your FBI local office. –Source: Oregon FBI
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January Book Clubs focus on Black Lives Matter By Deon Stonehouse Happy 2021! 2020 is finally over! It felt like decades. May 2021 be a gentler, kinder, healthier year that brings real progress in many ways. Hopefully 2021 brings change in racial justice, giving equality in opportunity, and allowing people of color to feel police are there to help and protect, not harm. Black Lives Matter sparked protests in the aftermath of George Floyd’s cold-hearted killing by police. Those protests may, with a new leadership, lead to change that stops the killing of people of color, bringing in an era where law enforcement officers are viewed as defenders not as a danger. I believe that change is needed but that real progress will not be achieved without all parties at the table, activists, government, police, victim’s advocates, community groups. With everyone involved in the process, they can share their goals, what challenges need to be overcome, and how to achieve what is possible. Working together, trying to understand each other’s needs, let’s try to make society safe for all.
If we want to have a society that embraces equality and justice, being informed is important. Our Book Clubs voted to read in January books that have a Black Lives Matter focus. The choices are well written, interesting stories, and invite us to try understanding a little better what faces people of color. We hope you enjoy the selections. Book Clubs meet at 6 p.m. on Mondays via Zoom. Email sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks. com to sign up to attend and receive the Zoom link. Everyone is welcome. • Jan. 4 Mystery Book Club discusses “Heaven, My Home” by Attica Locke. Darren Mathews was raised by his uncles after his father’s death in Vietnam. They were upright, strong men and they did well by him. His mother was a whole other ballgame, not a positive influence at all. Now she holds incriminating information that could end his career with the Texas Rangers and possibly put him behind bars. His marriage has endured some bumpy patches, they are not rock solid but trying to
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Deseriee and Stella run off to the big city, New Orleans, leaving behind the small town where their mother toils as a housekeeper in the homes of wealthy whites. The two girls have that special closeness twins experience. When Stella disappears, it leaves a devastating hole in Deseriee. For years she will wonder what became of her twin. Deseriee eventually returns to her small town, bringing along a dark-skinned daughter, Jude, who is not accepted by the lighter hued children in the community. Her childhood is marked by solitude, taking comfort in reading. She is blazing smart and lightning fast, building her school years around study and running. Years later Jude will go to UCLA on a track scholarship and bump into Stella’s blond, blue eyed daughter Kennedy, a young woman who has no idea of her Black ancestry. Told from a variety of perspectives, with characters it is easy to care about, it is a big story with an intimate feel
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Sunriver Stars Actor Series: Amy and Doug Griffin By Susan Quesada In addition to Amy’s extensive collection of Flintstones memorabilia in their kitchen, there is another collection in Doug and Amy Griffin’s Bend home: more than 14 framed posters of past Sunriver Stars Community Theater (SSCT) productions cover a living room wall. While a lot of actors have souvenir posters of past productions, the posters in the Griffins’ home represent not only their contributions for acting but for set design and building as well. Brooklyn apartments, western towns, London slums and 11 other SSCT sets have been designed and built by the Griffins in their home shop. Victoria Kristy, artistic director for SSCT, has only praise for the Griffins’ contributions: “Amy and Doug are the ‘Dream Team.’ Not only do they brighten up our stage every time they take on a role in a show, but they are every director’s dream off stage as well. They listen to the director to get his or her ‘vision’. Then they spend weeks coming up with creative ideas to enhance the show and THEN they bring it all to life by building it.” The Griffins relationship with SSCT began when Doug
auditioned in 2014 for a part in a production at the encouragement of Ron Pugh, local director and actor, as they built Pugh’s home. Once Doug began working with SSCT, Amy would often accompany him to rehearsals, observing the play develop and how much Doug enjoyed being in a production. She volunteered at performances, helping in the snack bar and landed a minor part in “I Love Mystery.” After attending a theater workshop sponsored by SSCT, Amy and Doug “had the bug.” What started as an interest in acting for Doug grew to include the development of sets. Doug designed and built sets for “The Wild, Wild, Wildest West,” “Drinking Habits” and “Give My Regards to Broadway.”
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The most complex/technical set to date was “Nana’s Naughty Knickers” with its hidden panels and merry-go-round of lingerie that popped out of a closet. For “Oliver!,” Amy joined him for the first time as the set designer, being involved in the design discussions with the director and production team. With Amy’s love of researching ideas and design, the sets took on more depth and realism. Doug was born in Southern California and his family moved to Bend in 1966. He graduated from Bend Senior High School in 1977, worked in construction in Portland, and was a contractor for over 20 years in Bend. Amy was born in Kansas and was five when her family moved to Gresham. She grew up in Sandy, met and moved with Doug to Bend in 1990 where they raised their two sons. She was a career waitress and currently works in nutrition services for the Bend-La Pine School District. Doug currently works for Parr Lumber (which generously donates materials used in the SSCT productions sets). The challenge both the Griffins have dealt with is trying to Turn to Stars, page 27
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The High Desert Museum’s outdoor exhibits, Silver Sage Trading store and Rimrock Café patio are open Saturday – Wednesday (closed Thursday and Friday) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. New rates: $7 general admission, $6 senior/college, $5 children It was not known at press time if the museum would be able to reopen their indoor galleries. To err on that side, here’s a list of our virtual events for January. Thank you for understanding.
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learn and develop a part while designing and building the set at the same time. Doug’s favorite role to date is George the gardener in “Drinking Habits.” “It wasn’t my first role, so I felt more confident with the part and with building a deeper personality for my character. Plus, the play was hilarious. Until “Nana’s Naughty Knickers” came along, I felt “Drinking Habits” was the Stars’ blockbuster production.” Amy’s favorite (and most challenging) role was her hilarious turn as the octogenarian secretly making and selling sexy lingerie to her senior neighbors in “Nana’s Naughty Knickers.” “I honestly felt like a deer in the headlights while working on this lead role. I was new to acting so I was trying to memorize all my lines, trying to take direction, trying to remember all the suggestions – I was SO scared. I wanted to throw up every time I went on stage. The most important thing I learned: NEVER look into the audience while performing. The only time I missed a line was when I looked into the audience one evening and saw my book club looking up at me and then I couldn’t remember where I was. Now I only look into the lights, make a bubble for myself and stay in it.” While the scripts for theater productions provide suggestions for the stage or props in a production, the actual design and execution is often a collaborative effort between the director, production team and the Griffins. Doug’s knowledge of the stage platform and dimensions enables him to immediately advise the production team if an idea or suggestion of the production will work (or not). Doug’s years of experience in contracting and construction enables him to not only execute Amy’s designs, but the technical aspects of the set as well: the position of the stage panels,
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lights, placement of audience seats, hidden panels and doors, windows and specialized props. While the Griffins agree the most technically challenging set was for last year’s “Nutcracker” and its many components, they enjoyed creating the grandfather clock that was also a secret passage for actors to enter the stage and the cannon that used compressed air to shoot a confetti bomb at the Mouse King. Once a set is assembled in the venue, the production team (and often the cast) work with the Griffins to add props, to touch up spots of the stage dinged in transit and add safety measures: stairs to access the stage, handrails, and background lights to allow the cast to see in the dark of the backstage during a performance. During the final play rehearsals, the director is often watching the actors while the Griffins are watching the stage – looking for where light from backstage shines through, if doors are hung and are moving smoothly, how easily the actors interact with the set, if spots are missing paint and if specialized features work correctly. Once the next SSCT season begins, the Griffins will be involved as actors, stage designers/ builders (or both) and most assuredly be adding new posters to their collection.
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Sunriver Mens Golf: so long Gary Sosinski, new season coming By Paul Grieco Our club lost a wonderfully kind and gentle soul, Gary Sosinski, on Nov. 11 as he passed away at St. Charles Hospital with his family at his side. Michelle Sosinski, his wife of 47 years, describes Gary as a happy extrovert – kind, caring, generous and with a positive attitude toward life. She added that while there is sadness there is also pride, l o v e and a lifetime of great memories to e n j o y. G a r y, Gary Sosinski who was 69 at his passing, truly loved Sunriver and all the activities it had to offer. He especially enjoyed golfing with his friends and acting with the Sunriver Stars troupe, holding the position of director of marketing with the Stars and performing in several productions, notably playing
our daily lives and the misery it has caused families who lost members due to illness would, of course, be a gross understatement. The Sunriver Mens Golf Club provided a welcome respite from the stay-at-home mandates until an early November deep snowfall put an abrupt halt to an extended 2020 golf season that just a season ago went until Thanksgiving. Hopefully, newly-approved vaccines and adhering to good public safety sense will allow us a more social and active 2021 season. While the formal golf schedule isn’t set quite yet, if history is a guide, we could officially be playing by early to midApril. And, if we are really lucky to have decent spring weather, the Resort courses could open as early as March as they have in a couple of recent years. Some of us who stay local during the winter have taken advantage of a few nice weather days to enjoy golf down-mounSeason just three months away tain at courses that are not as To say we are tired of affected by mountain snows as COVID-19 and all the restric- we are here in Sunriver. As with tions it brings to most of us in so much in life, it all depends. What does one consider a “nice weather day”? To me if it’s above 40, not wet and not too windy – I’m ready. Of course there are those who prefer sticks on their feet instead of in their hands the lead role to sold-out performances of “The Butler Did It.” Jim Montroy, his friend and co-worker behind the scenes at Sunriver Stars and sometimes golf partner, said that Gary was always smiling and helpful and that he’d be greatly missed by the entire community. Gary was not one to do anything in half-measure as he showed great passion for the Oregon Ducks, his wife’s pies, and tried never to miss a Bruce Springsteen concert in Portland. Anyone who spent any time with Gary felt his kindness and recognized his quick wit and great way with words. Upon retirement from his work life, Gary volunteered with Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) to serve as an advocate for abused and neglected foster children in Oregon. Donations may be made in Gary’s name to www. oregoncasanetwork.org. May he rest in peace.
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Boat registration renewal time The Oregon State Marine Board will be emailing boat registration renewals to boaters who have an email on file for boats with registration expiring Dec. 31. Boaters without an email on file should have received a mailed boat registration renewal notice in November. Each renewal notice is unique to the owner and their boat. Renewing digitally using the Marine Board’s Boat Oregon online store (https://apps3.or egon.gov) is fast and easy. After completing the transaction, boat owners can print a temporary permit and go boating right away. Registrations are printed the next business day for mailing. Using the Boat Oregon Store is also more cost-efficient, saving postage and administrative costs, allowing the agency to leverage registration dollars for Turn to Renewal, page 29
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Celebrate the opening of the new interdisciplinary exhibition “Dam It! Beaver and Us.” Artists who worked on the “Dam It!” public art project will share insights into their work. Award-winning riparian restoration coordinator Jefferson Jacobs from the Oregon Natural Desert Association will discuss local beaver-based restoration work and why it is increasingly valuable. Event is free to Members. Register at highdesertmuseum. org/exhibit-opening-dam-it/
Visitors can see otters Rogue and Pitch as the museum’s outdoor exhibits remain open.
the art and culture of Burning Man. Through immersive works of art that invite participation, the exhibition offers a view into the multi-sensory, community-driven event that is Burning Man. Free with museum admission. Learn more at highdesertmu seum.org/infinite-moment/
explored the country for over a decade in the early 1800s to create his opus, The Birds of America (1827–1839). Many consider this color-plate book of 435 watercolors, reproduced
from hand-engraved plates, to be one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. Free with museum admission. Learn more at highdesertmuse um.org/image-hunter/
have made it an ideal place for daredevils and risk-takers. Daredevils looks at the people who have tested the limits, from Evel Knievel to Kitty O’Neil, attempting death-defying feats such as jumping a canyon or going faster than anyone thought possible. Free with Museum admission. Learn more at highdesertmuseum.org/daredevils/.
• The Image Hunter: On the Trail of John James Audubon. Through Jan. 31 Come experience a unique, colorful and captivating exhibition, and consider an old master and his motivations through a new lens. We are pleased to introduce the exhibition featuring On-going exhibitions work by the artist Hitnes. (would only be open only if John James Audubon (1785 COVID restriction levels had – 1851) was an ornithologist, dropped) • Infinite Moment: Burning naturalist and painter. AuduMan on the Horizon. Through bon was the first to describe • Daredevils, through March 7 Jan. 3 several Western birds to sciThe High Desert’s former Infinite Moment: Burning ence, including the Bell’s vireo lakebeds, salt flats and canyons Man on the Horizon explores and Western meadowlark. He
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boating facility improvement projects and on-water marine law enforcement services. Fees also support the aquatic invasive species prevention and abandoned derelict vessel programs. Another renewal option is U.S. Mail. Boaters who do not have an email address on file will be mailed a registration renewal. Simply return payment and remittance coupon in the return envelope to the Marine Board. Boater owners who receive an emailed registration renewal can also print the email and mail it along with a check or money order. Any watercraft with a motor or sailboats 12 feet or longer are required to title and register with the Marine Board. Registration fees vary based on boat
length. The average boat length in Oregon is 16 feet, so the cost of a two-year registration is $100.20. Remember to contact the Marine Board if you’ve sold your boat so staff can update the boat record. Reporting a sale is easy online. The last owner on record will be contacted if a boat is deemed abandoned or derelict and may be held liable for the removal, storage, dismantling, and disposal costs. Failure to report a
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Letters from readers The sweet sale of success By Barb Purcell, Sunriver Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! The Visions of Sugar Plums Food & Bake Sale extravaganza, sponsored by Sunriver Christian Fellowship, was a huge success in November. We are grateful to event co-chairs Andi Northcote and Diana Gustavson for all their hard work in organizing a small army of volunteers to achieve spectacular results in this trying environment. Visions of Sugar Plums raised more than $16,500 on Nov. 14. All proceeds went to local charities just in time for the holidays. Charities that benefited from the 2020 Visions of Sugar
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Plums proceeds included Habitat for Humanity Sunriver-La Pine, Care and Share, Three Rivers School and Shepherds House cold weather shelter – to name a few. We are so grateful to folks from Sunriver and surrounding communities who came out and purchased frozen foods, baked goods and holiday entertainment gifts. Because of your generosity these local charities will be able to continue their wonderful work. A special thank you to Sunriver Resort and the wonderful staff for all their help in making our event so safe and successful. Mark your calendars for Nov. 13, 2021 as a day to start some early holiday shopping and more importantly support your local community.
From the editor’s desk: are we losing our ‘photographic’ history? yes – but most of us fail to think long-term beyond posting those images to social media. Although images can be safely stored in a “cloud,” who will actually see or have access to the thousands of digital images we’ve saved on our phone, computer or other digital storage devices? What if there’s a tragedy where you are hit by that proverbial bus? Think about your children, your children’s children and beyond. If you’ve only been photographed with your smartphone in the last 10 to 15 years there’s a real possibility that no one will have access to those digital images once you are gone. Poof! It will almost be like you never existed. Heck, my husband can’t find the butter in the refrigerator. Should something happen to
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me he wouldn’t have the slight- ing in front of Old Faithful. est clue where I’ve stored our Make it a new year resoludigital images. tion to go through your own We need to go back to basics digital files and get some prints and return to creating photo albums or risk entire generations being lost to the digital ether. Better yet, consider making a print-on-demand photo book of events in a particular year. There are dozens of online sources that are drag-and-drop simple and relatively inexpensive. You can also include short stories to chronicle and preserve your family’s history for future generations to come. And keep it simple. Weed out the chaff and concentrate on family images. Decades from now no one will really care about the bison you photographed while on vacation in Yellowstone, but they may like to have the photo of you stand-
made. Even if they do end up in a shoebox under the bed – at least your husband will be able to find it.
Now this is a collection of photos! Sunriver resident Jan Tuckerman shared this image of her impressive collection of actual photo albums from the 1940s to present. “There is nothing more satisfying that getting out an album, turning pages, reading the captions, reliving those experiences with hard copies,” she said. “And when my cousin comes over and says: ‘Remember when we took that boat ride on the canal in Amsterdam?’ I just pull the album off the shelf and turn to it. I don’t have to turn on the computer and hunt!”
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PET SITTING BY LAURIE In our home or yours. Member of PSI. Insured & references. For information, reservations or rates, call 541-419-6229 AUTO SKO
JILL OF ALL TRADES HOUSE CLEANING Has been cleaning in Sunriver and La Pine since 1990. Better business accredited. We clean private homes and rentals and we also do security checks. 541-536-3086
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PROJECT ORGANIZATION We organize pantries, closets, garages and more. $40/hour with a 3-hour minimum. Call Sarah at 541-610-8613 1/21 KIELTY
NEED A RELIABLE PERSON FOR: • Security home checks • Take care of mail and plants • Sewing projects Serving the Sunriver area for over 45 years. Call me, Grace Phillips. It’s a matter of trust! 541-788-0199 AUTO PHI
TAN OAK CONSTRUCTION Sunriver based contractor providing deck/fence installation, refinishing and repair, as well as light home construction, repair and maintenance. Proudly serving Sunriver, Three Rivers, La Pine and Bend. Tan Oak Construction, LLC CCB# 230748 Bonded & Insured. For more information, contact Tanner Hanson, 541-640-6571 tanoakconstruction@gmail.com AUTO TAN
TIGHTLINE QUALITY PAINTING For all of your Exterior or Interior painting needs. From the largest home to the smallest project. Call 541-480-2716 for a free estimate. CCB #202618 AUTO TIG
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BRIDGEPORT CONSTRUCTION Honest, reliable remodeling/ handyman. 40 years experience. Call Will at 503-309-0790. Many references available. Licensed/Bonded/Insured. ccb#76152
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EMERGENCY? Dial When to use 911
NAILS BY PENNIE Formerly from Obsidian Hair Spa. Now at Alexander in Bend. Call/text me at 541-420-1446 for appointment. Would love to see you!
LET LITTRELL DO IT - FULL HOUSE MAINTENANCE Housekeeping, Security, yard, carpet & window cleaning. Over 12 years experience. Insured and Bonded. Call Brandy 541–536-4205 AUTO LIT
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911
✔ An immediate threat to life ✔ An immediate threat to property ✔ A crime is in progress
If you DO NOT have an emergency,
DO NOT CALL 911! For a non-emergency or general info call
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How to use 911 Remain calm. Speak clearly.
STAY INFORMED! Find information on SROA: • Governing documents • Forms to reserve a park, change your information, etc. • Department services and contacts
SPACIOUS & PRIVATE SECURED OFFICE Available January 2021 in Sunriver Mall for $750/month. Complete with desk, internet, copy machine and shared conference room. Send inquiries to RentAnOfficeSR@gmail.com 12/20 CASCADE
SNOW REMOVAL Driveway snow plowing and snow blowing. No contracts; on call work only. General contracting, licensed, bonded, insured since 1992 CCB #97643, Tubs Alive, Inc. 541-593-5163 Info@tubsalive.com AUTO TUBS
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SNOW REMOVAL Licensed, bonded, reliable snow removal for driveways & decks. Call Dan at 541-593-9920. #54565
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MICHAL G. C. SUCHYTA L.Ac. Chinese Deep Tissue Massage with Acupuncture, Cupping and Gua Sha weekends in the Old Mill District. Mobile-in-home acupuncture weekdays in SR and DRRH 541-480-1645
CLEANING SERVICES K2 Business Services, LLC has been cleaning inside Sunriver and the outlying areas since 1989. We specialize in cleaning of residential private homes for year-round residents and in privately owned family vacation homes that are used by family and extended family. Licensed and insured. Email KKBendOregon@yahoo.com or text/call Sarah at 541-610-8613 & 541-419-9248
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NEED YOUR HOME CLEANED OR SNOW REMOVAL? Cleaning services available! Specializing in everything from vacation homes to construction clean ups and everything in between!! We do everything! Licensed and bonded. Fresh and So Klean Klean Cleaning Services LLC contact Sarah, 541-280-7222 or pghensley@gmail.com AUTO WOO
SR BLIND LADY Bend Window Works/Bend Blinds has a special just for Sunriver area homeowners for new or replacement window treatments! Free laser measure, free take down/disposal of old blinds, free installation! And remember, fresh new blinds help rental homes rent faster! BendWindowWorks.com 541-593-8372 AUTO BWW
TUBS ALIVE Hot tub, deck repair and refinishing, sales, installation, inspections and maintenance in Sunriver since 1992! 541-593-5163 www.tubsalive.com License #97643, bonded, insured. AUTO TUBS
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REMODEL & ADDITIONS Decks, windows, tile, miscellaneous carpentry and roof repair. Ryan Carroll 541-420-0675 ryancarrollconstruction.com CCB #193727
NEW ROOF DE-ICING SYSTEM Invisible, permanent Installation under asphalt comp shingles, gutter/ downspout heavy-duty ribbon completes the system. USA Made, Available at Roofline Supply, Bend 541-389-6790
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CUSTOM BUILDING & REMODELING Hardware Floors, Custom Tile, Interior Trim, Masonry, Concrete Countertops, Additions, Renovations, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, General Contracting for over 20 years. CCB #217472, 541-678-3792
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SUNRIVER REMODEL Custom bath remodels! Trex Decking with hidden fastener system. Custom bathroom remodels and handyman services. 503-680-1046 Rick Sticka LLC CCB #190259
Email text to: sunriverscene@srowners.org Deadline: 12th of the month
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DEPENDABLE 5 STAR QUALITY VACATION RENTAL CLEANING Specializing in owner-operated vacation rentals. I will be your eyes and ears for everything your rental needs. Convenient monthly invoicing. I have excellent references, long-time employees, quality products too. www.vacationrentalcleans.com Donna James 541-410-1770 Girl Friday Cleaning AUTO JAM
HOME RESTORATION & UPGRADES Kitchen, bath and living space. Custom railings, gates and metalwork. Affordable, custom craftsmanship. Call Ken Olson Building and Design, LLC. 541-213-8861 Licensed/Insured CCB #205419 AUTO OLS
DAILY MONEY MANAGEMENT AND BOOKKEEPING For individuals and families. Keep control of your finances, let us do the work. Remote or on-site bookkeeping, Portland or Sunriver. Experienced with property management and vacation rental ownership accounting. Small business bookkeeping also available. We work with your CPA, attorney, other professionals. Contact Jen Zelen 971-238-2461 AUTO ZEL
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