May 2024 Sunriver Scene

SROA board of director candidates announced

SROA NEWS – Six candidates are running for three available seats on the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors for 2024-2027. The slate of candidates was presented to the SROA Board of Directors during the board’s April 19 work session.

Nominating Committee chair Ron Angell presented the roster of candidates and explained the process in finding and vetting the potential board members.

“We did a lot of work this year,” said Angell. “We strongly feel we have a fine slate of candidates this year with very good people.”

“Everyone came to the plate to help recruit,” added Nominating Committee member Debbie Baker.”

The candidates are, listed alphabetically:

• Brad Banta

• Bill Cloran

• Gwen Gamble

• Veronica Jacknow

• Holly Lekas

• Randy Schneider

With only three seats open, there will be those who will lose. “We will keep the ones who lose in the hunt for following elections,” said Angell. Short bios of each candidate will be printed in the June Scene and on the SROA website. A Zoom candidate forum, hosted by Sunriver You, is planned for June (date to be determined). Additional candidate information will also be provided in the July Scene.

The ballot and voter pamphlet will go into the mail to owners in early July. Ballots must be returned and reach SROA no later than 12 p.m. Aug. 10 to be valid.

Time to move those woodpiles

SROA NEWS – It’s May, and that means if you haven’t done so already, it’s time to move your woodpile to a solid, fully enclosed space (such as a garage) or 20 feet away from all structures including structures on neighboring properties (structures include decks, carports, enclosures, or any exterior wall). In some cases, this location may be in the front of the house. If 20 feet separation from the structures isn’t possible anywhere on your property the firewood shall be stored at the furthest point from all structures as required in the Sunriver Rules and Regulations. Fires produce embers that can travel

upwards of a mile or more ahead of the actual flame front. Most home ignitions that happen during a wildfire event are typically due to these ember showers according to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety. Stacks of firewood are inviting places for those embers to come to a rest and then ignite the wood inside the dry nooks and crannies. Once burning, the firewood can ignite anything flammable around it. If the wood is close to the home, it can provide a flaming exposure to windows and break the glass or climb to the eave and possibly enter an attic. Firewood stacked near structures can

Firewood Share Program

If an owner needs seasoned wood, wants to get rid of an old pile of it, or help moving wood, email: SunriverWoodShare@gmail.com

This program is to reduce the “fire load” risk of old/unused wood piles and assist with owner compliance of the firewood rule, keep wood piles away from structures and to help mitigate fire risk in the community.

also be a hazardous barrier between a home and any firefighters trying to defend it. Water hoses may get stuck

slurry, pathway seal coat projects to begin

By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene

SROA NEWS – Several Sunriver road and pathway projects are expected to start in the coming weeks.

“Approximately 4.5 miles of pathways will receive a preventative maintenance asphalt seal coat that will include the addition of a new aggregate,” said Mark Smith, SROA Public Works Director. “This aggregate will enhance traction

on the pathways,” Pathways will be closed during the seal coat work and bicyclists and pedestrians will need to use alternative routes to reach their destination. A map of the pathways to be treated is on the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org/ roadwork. The map includes all treatment areas that will occur each year over the next six years.

All 34 miles of Sunriver’s pathways were completely rebuilt between 2010 and 2016 and are now coming online for seal coat maintenance. Seal coat helps to extend the life of the asphalt and is routinely done about every 6 to 8 years.

Weather dependent, the pathway

(Left) Old wood that will not be used should be discarded. (Right) A woodpile is placed too close to a home.

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SCENE

May 2024

Volume XLVII, No. 5

57455 Abbot Drive PO Box 3278

Sunriver, OR 97707

OWNER/PUBLISHER

Sunriver Owners Association

The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to:

“Maintaining Sunriver as a premier residential and resort community, protecting and enhancing its quality of life, natural environment and property values.”

The Scene is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver and through a paid subscription by mail.

Publication of advertising copy or individuals’ opinions in the Scene does not constitute endorsement by the newspaper, the Sunriver Owners Association or any of its members or board of directors. Each advertiser bears responsibility for claims made on their behalf.

Sunriver Water files with PUC seeking rate increase

In late March, Sunriver Water LLC filed a general customer rate increase request (UW 199) with the Public Utility Commission (PUC) that would have taken effect May 1.

SUNRIVER Paving

All Scene content including stories, advertising and images are copyrighted and cannot be re-published without permission.

CONTACT THE SCENE

Editor | Communications Director

Susan Berger | 541.585.2937 susanb@srowners.org

Communications Specialist

Shae Callewaert | 541.593.6068 shaec@srowners.org

Communications Specialist

Kristine Thomas | 541.585.2939 kristinet@srowners.org

ADVERTISING | 541.593.6068 sunriverscene@srowners.org

CONTACT SROA

541.593.2411

email: infosroa@srowners.org www.sunriverowners.org

GENERAL MANAGER

James Lewis jamesl@srowners.org

ASST. GENERAL MANAGER

Keith Kessaris keithk@srowners.org

COMMUNICATIONS

SUNRIVER

541.585.2937

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

541.593.6645

NATURAL RESOURCES

541.593.1522

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

541.585.2903

541.593.2483

RECREATION, SHARC & MEMBER SERVICES

541.585.5000

In response to the request, the PUC has placed a not-toexceed nine-month suspension (starting May 1) on the proposed increase pending a hearing to evaluate and ensure the increase is justified and reasonable.

A subsidiary of NW Natural Water Company LLC, Sunriver Water currently serves more than 4,800 residential, commercial, irrigation and private

Woodpiles

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between pieces of wood, stacks may collapse and cause injury, or first responders may be forced to make the hard decision that with limited time and resources, a home with a stack of firewood nearby is less defensible than one without.

A highly effective way to

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project is expected to be completed by June 15 – prior to the rush of summer visitors.

As for upcoming road work, a section of Abbot Drive between the waterfall circle and Circle 1 will receive slurry seal treatment. Other slurry treat-

fire protection customers in Sunriver, the Sunriver Business Park, Caldera Springs, Crosswater and Vandevert Ranch communities.

Customers should have received a letter from Sunriver Water that included details of the increase in late March/early April. The proposed rate for a general residential customer would increase from the current average monthly bill of $25.77 to $31.49 a month. Other services, such as commercial and irrigation, would also see an increase based on the size of the customer’s meter.

These increases would generate $521,443 (21.08%) in net

prevent homes from being destroyed in a wildfire is by owners reducing flammable material on their properties, which includes moving woodpiles away from the structure from May through November. Additional information, tips and checklists to help owners reduce fire risk on their properties are available on SROA’s website at www.sunriverowners.org/

ment areas will include:

• Beaver Drive from the A circle to Fremont Drive

• Medical Center Drive

• Ponderosa Road

This work will be done between May 16 and May 23. Detours and flaggers will be in place and drivers can expect traffic delays during this time, which will include access to the Country Store and other near-

annual revenues to help offset costs on a variety of projects that have exceeded current revenue.

“We’re dealing with an aging infrastructure. Due to statemandated inspections, we need to start replacing all of that,” said Spencer Mitchell, Sunriver Water’s General Manager.

To date, Sunriver Water has invested more than $3M over the past couple of years to improve its infrastructure to provide quality water services to customers, including:

• Installation of security systems on all water company infrastructure.

• Installing a SCADA (te-

propertypreparedness. Feel free to contact SROA Natural Resources Department at 541-593-1522 or at naturalresources@srowners. org with any question you may have regarding firewood and/or ladder fuel reduction on private property.

Did you know?

Oregon’s statewide fire season is established annually by the Oregon Department of For-

by businesses such as Blondies, Café Sintra, Marcello’s and Summit Medical. It is strongly recommended drivers utilize alternative routes, including the use of Cottonwood Road to exit and/or enter Sunriver.

Vacation property managers, local businesses and service providers will be informed of road closures and/or detours.

A larger map showing the

lemetry) system, which allows operators to view and monitor the water system in real time –critical to ensuring safe system operations.

• Installation of multiple generators to make sure water service is still available to all customers during a power outage.

• Replaced older meters with wireless read meters, since winter snowfalls often make meter reading impossible for several months of the year.

• Continue to perform annual hydrant replacements on the unserviceable hydrants for

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estry. The start of fire season varies depending on drought assessments, local climatology indicators, and historic and current season trends. In recent years, fire season has started earlier and expanded in duration. Information about fire season can be found by contacting the Oregon Department of Forestry at 541-549-2731 or visiting their website at www. oregon.gov/odf/fire.

affected roads is available at www.sunriverowners.org/ roadwork

In my July 2023 message, I introduced the topic of Transient Room Taxes (TRT). In that column, I pointed out how Sunriver short-term rentals generate ~$6M of TRT each year, more than $42M over the past 10 years, currently more than 50% of the TRT collected by Deschutes County. State law mandates that a portion of these funds be used for either tourism promotion or tourism-related facilities (36% for Deschutes County). Deschutes County uses these dollars to fund Visit Central Oregon and the county fair. The remainder may be used for discretionary expenses. Deschutes County uses these dollars to fund the county sheriff, health inspectors, justice court, reserve fund, and debt service for the county courthouse expansion. Two years ago, Deschutes County allocated $8M of these unrestricted dollars in support of the new Sunriver public safety facility.

Over the past year, SROA General Manager James Lewis, Sunriver Resort Managing Director Tom O’Shea and myself have met with county officials on several occasions to explore allocating a fraction of the TRT revenue collected from Sunriver rentals to SROA/SSD on an annual basis. Based on our most recent meetings, it is clear the county is not willing to share any additional TRT revenue with Sunriver entities. In short, their argument is that they have more pressing needs for these funds.

Given an “official no” from Deschutes County, the TRT Task Force is proceeding to explore other means of accessing TRT revenues collected from Sunriver rentals. With the help of SROA Director Keith Mobley, we have had detailed conversations with

Todd Davidson, CEO of Travel Oregon, about potential legislative changes to the existing state TRT laws to grant resort community developments, like Sunriver, TRT revenues collected within their community. Davidson was involved when it took three attempts to pass legislation governing the use of TRT revenues. According to Davidson, getting the current law passed was a very heavy lift and any proposed changes would be met with fierce opposition.

In my January 2024 message, I pointed out how Deschutes County cities (Bend, Redmond, Sisters, La Pine) all receive 100% of the TRT revenues generated within their city limits. I also noted how Sunriver community members back in the early 1990s and 2000s explored incorporating (i.e., becoming a city) as a means of receiving TRT and other locally generated tax revenues. In short, a formal vote on that effort failed in 1994 as Sunriver owners at that time were not willing to make the tradeoffs required to become a city. Is that still true today? The financial implications of not being a city are more signif-

icant today than 35-years earlier. TRT revenues have grown substantially as have property, gasoline, cigarette, and liquor taxes generated in our community. Likewise, we have not benefited from state or federal revenue sharing programs over these years. By being unincorporated, Sunriver owners have forgone significant annual tax revenues, funding SROA’s operational needs (roads, pathways, parks, recreational facilities, community development, etc.) with SROA maintenance fees and our public safety needs with a local option tax.

Becoming a city has a wider impact than tax revenues. For example, being governed by a homeowner’s association, all Sunriver owners are eligible to participate in association elections. As a city, only those who list Sunriver as their home address and are registered to vote in Deschutes County would be permitted to vote on city related issues. Likewise, there are state and federal regulations cities are subject to which differ from the regulations for planned community developments. How significant are these differences?

Highlights of the SROA Board of Directors monthly meeting

The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Board members present: Gerhard Beenen, Bill Burke, Keith Mobley, Scott Gillies, Clark Pederson, Tony De Alicante, Julianna Hayes, Linda Beard and Mark Murray. Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza.

Owners forum from April 19 work session meeting

• Lori Menalia noted that the recycling center directly impacts those who live in Aquila Lodges the most and that the depot should be removed or relocated to another location.

• Ron Angell noted the positive changes he’s seen with community engagement by Sunriver Police Chief Steven Lopez over some chiefs in the past. He also noted that the recent mentions of incorporation for Sunriver would be a big mistake and that previous attempts created much controversy and community divide.

• A letter was read from David Heath stating that sewer charges were “out of control,”

and that he was paying monthly fees even though his home was not occupied seven-plus months a year.

• A letter was submitted by Paul Conte.

Owners forum from April 20 regular meeting

• Ed Pitera noted the Comprehensive Owner Survey failed to ask the right questions related to recycling and believes that owner responses to recycling in past surveys have been ignored. He noted that the condition of the recycling center would not be tolerated by SROA if it was an owner was doing the same.

Board actions

• Approved minutes of the March 15 SROA board work session as corrected.

• Approved minutes of the March 16 SROA regular board meeting as corrected.

• Approved the transfer of $53,701.41 from the regular Reserve Fund and $56,955 from the SHARC Reserve Fund to the Operating Fund for 2024 first quarter acquisitions.

• Approved Resolution 2024-

SROA Financial Report

001 to remove Robert Nelson from the Sunriver Charitable Fund Board of Directors and appoint Clark Pederson, Bill Burke and Mark Murray as new Sunriver Charitable Fund Board members. Fund bylaws require that fund board members be current members on the SROA Board. Upon appointment of the new board, action will be taken at a later date to dissolve the fund. The $1,443.12 remaining in the charitable fund will be used to offset legal costs associated with the dissolution process.

Committee/board action requests

• Approved the proposed changes to the SROA Committee Policy. The document was reviewed to ensure it was still accurate and applicable and made a few housekeeping and/or language revisions and updates.

Other business

• An audit of the 2023 board candidate election was conducted at the request of an owner. The audit found 299 uncounted votes but did not result in any change to the outcome of the election. Processes will be put in place to ensure this sort of oversight does not happen again.

• Discussed that staff would no longer respond to multiple emails from a particular owner unless he was seeking information that had not been previously provided.

• Discussed the appointment of board officers. Director Burke would reach out to other directors to gauge interest in a particular officer position.

By Clark Pederson

Last month, we discussed carryforward 2023 Reserve purchases and new 2024 purchases budgeted for the current year. This month, let’s continue with budgeted 2024 replacement purchases.

It is a big year. There are many items that need to be replaced or refurbished. Our budget is $3.7 million. Remember not every item will necessarily be completed this year for numerous reasons. But here’s a partial summary:

The biggest expenditures, like most years, are road and pathway work ($850,000), ladder fuel reduction on common lands ($460,000) and pathway tunnel replacement ($562,000).

A new tunnel planned for this year is the River Road tunnel. It’s planned for fall and will involve a temporary road diversion during construction. We will be using the same contractor as past tunnels so the look will be similar, and they have been on time and on budget in the past.

Another big expenditure is Public Works equipment. Planned replacements include a 2004 dump sander, a 2010 loader and a 2014 Toyota Tacoma. Total costs are $646,800.

Here’s a list of other budgeted items slated for replacement:

• Mary McCallum Park, which has had much work done the past couple of years, gets $17,500 to redo the basketball court.

• Replacing the tennis gate access system will be $68,700. North Court tennis complex is due for a refurbishment of the office hut ($6,700).

• For the fitness center: crosstrainers, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, treadmills and workout stations ($175,2800).

• For the living room and meeting rooms: new video and audio systems, AV hardware and software, and projector ($160,100). New tables and chairs are budgeted for $54,400.

• For the tot pool: cargo net and net pads ($19,400).

• Other SHARC items: new water slide gel coat ($111,000), floatable toys ($27,500), drink-

Gerhard Beenen

SROA admin, RV storage, fire/police entry to close for paving in early June

SROA NEWS – Upcoming paving, as part of the Sunriver Service District public safety building construction, will result in the closure of the Abbot Drive main entry into SROA, RV storage yard, fire and police for several days starting in early June.

Owners who may need their recreational vehicle during this

time are asked to remove it from the RV storage yard prior to June 3.

SROA will issue a special parking permit for those who are able to park it at their residence during the construction time period.

For those who can’t keep it at the home, please contact Public Works at least 24 hours in ad-

vance to remove and/or bring it back to the storage yard. Public Works can be reached at 541-593-2483 weekdays and 541-797-9430 on weekends.

For anyone with business needs at SROA admin, police or fire departments there will be detour signs posted to route vehicles through the Public Works campus and to alterna-

tive public parking in the employee parking area in the back of the SROA admin building. This project is all weather dependent and subject to change. The 10-day weather forecast will confirm conditions to a degree but – if it rains the day of paving on June 6 – the schedule will move forward day for a day.

Audit conducted on 2023 SROA board candidate election

SROA NEWS – Following the request of an owner, the Sunriver Owners Association’s attorneys engaged an independent auditor to review the 2023 board of directors candidate election.

The audit results show the total ballot count was 299 votes higher than originally recorded by the Election Committee.

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ing fountains ($24,500) and pool pumps ($80,000). And, most importantly, for shade structures ($28,600).

• A drinking fountain, bike

Highlights

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Association operations

• Administration: Met with Sen. Merkley and Wyden staff to discuss legal issues. Met with Resort representatives regarding updates and forthcoming contracts. Gave a presentation to various Sunriver realtors regarding what’s happening in the community. Ongoing meetings with TDS on the fiber-to-the-home installation project.

• Accounting: Presented an updated reserve budget to include 2023 rollover items. Worked with collection attorneys on past due accounts (mostly related to fines) and worked on collections for outstanding maintenance fee payments.

• Communications: New map kiosks are now in production. Updated/redesigned LFR and home hardening flyers and checklists to be included in mailings by Natural Resources and posted to the website. Also working to create additional educational materials related to defensible space, home hardening and emergency preparedness. New updates to the event space webpages on the SHARC website are complete. Created materials for HR to use during a high school hiring recruit-

During the committee’s own envelope recount review, they found a stack of 100 ballot envelopes that were unopened and had not been included in original count. The envelopes were signed by the owner and the committee confirmed with SROA that there was no reason these ballots should not have been included in the original count.

racks and park benches are budgeted for Fort Rock Park, but they won’t be purchased until after the new Fort Rock Park plan is completed this year and could even be pushed into next year. The budget is $21,000.

Additional expenditures are budgeted for administration

ment event.

• Community Development: There are 287 active projects/ building permits. Continue to issue compliance letters for design and rules violations. The tree protection rule is now part of the Design Committee Manual, and enforcement of violations to the rule will begin July 1 to allow owners to come into compliance. The 2023 SROA Annual Statistics report is complete and available on the SROA website.

• Natural Resources: Released bid request for 2024 LFR and tree thinning on commons. Initiated internal review of the Sunriver Noxious Weed Management Plan. Attended the Wildland Urban Interface Conference in Reno, Nevada. Mailed LFR notice of deficiency advisories to owners. Coordinated with Communications staff regarding wildfire mitigation outreach and education. Continued LFR and tree thinning at SHARC.

• IT: Onboarded new IT Director Gary Seifert. Have completed move for email backups to Microsoft Azure Cloud. Ran a security update on Computer Dual Authentication server. Natural Resources requested the creation of a data interface similar to the one used by Community Development. RV storage card users reported an issue with their access cards

Per SROA, there were also 134 ballots returned from Sunriver Resort that were not in blue envelopes, which explains most of the variance in the original “envelope” count

tech equipment and Public Works items. These aren’t very glamorous so I will spare you the details.

Budgeted amounts are estimated costs, some items will be completed at a lower cost and some at a higher cost. However, SROA department

not working (issue was resolved and updated the RV storage database).

• Public Works: Installed nets and prepared 20 game courts for spring break, including the removal of two inches of snow. Safety inspections on all play structures completed. Began sweeping roads and pathways to remove winter cinder material. Clearing rightof-way areas in preparation of spring road slurry sealing. Engineering began for feasibility of a pathway between Circle 2 and Circle 3. Replaces the hot tub pump at SHARC and working with Anderson Pool Works to repair an expansion joint in one of the pools. Installed new HVAC control system upgrade to help mitigate wildfire smoke. The work on the new Public Works building is moving along with the steel skeleton and some block work in place and on track for completion in October.

• Recreation/SHARC: SHARC saw more than 10,000 visits in March compared to 9,718 for the same time last year. Benham Hall has received new paint with new flooring to be installed later this year. Plans are ongoing for the second annual Sunriver Slam Pickleball Tournament in early June, followed by the Sunriver Solstice Tennis Tournament later that month. Interviews are

Paving schedule:

• Driveway closure is expected Monday, June 3 to Tuesday, June 11.

• Asphalt removal and base preparation June 3 to June 6.

• Paving days June 6 to June 10.

• These closures will not affect emergency responses.

by the Nominating Committee. The remainder was due to owners submitting multiple ballots in one blue envelope if they owned more than one property.

While the recount resulted in more ballots/votes in total, the end result of the election remained the same.

Here are the candidate vote

heads work hard to control costs, labor costs are often saved by using Sunriver Public Work employees to do the work at considerable savings. And they do great work!

Keeping Sunriver in top shape and relevant to changing times is expensive. However,

underway for a new Recreation Programs Manager. An Events Coordinator has been hired and staff is ramping up for summer lifeguard, attendant and front desk hires.

The meeting adjourned at 11:04 a.m.

The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. May 17 followed by the regular

counts before/after the audit:

• Bill Burke: 1,241/1,317

• Scott Gillies: 1,160/1,231

• Clark Pederson: 1,348/1,440

• Bob Tiernan: 538/588

“This was a simple oversight,” said James Lewis, SROA General Manager. “Steps will be taken to ensure this doesn’t happen again.”

these expenditures are what keeps Sunriver such a desirable place to live, visit and vacation.

–Clark Pederson is the treasurer of the SROA Board of Directors and chair of the Finance Committee. pederson@ srowners.org

board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 18.

To watch the meeting live via YouTube, or at a later time, visit the meeting date on SROA website calendar for the YouTube link. Meeting minutes, once approved, are available on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org

NOTICE OF ELECTION

An election of the membership of the Sunriver Owners Association will be conducted by mail to elect three (3) members to the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors

Ballots will be mailed in early July and must be returned to SROA no later than Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 12pm.

Patty Smith, SROA Election Committee Chair

FAQs: Ladder Fuels Reduction work on SROA common areas

SROA NEWS – Ladder Fuels Reduction (LFR) work is currently underway on about 112 acres of Sunriver commons. Here are some frequently asked questions SROA receives about LFR work on commons:

Q. What is Ladder Fuels Reduction and why do we do it in Sunriver?

Ladder fuels is the accumulation of combustible materials that link the ground to the tree canopy and includes brush, live and dead limbs and tree seedlings. Thinning of larger trees reduces competition between trees to promote forest health as well as slowing the spread of fire should it reach the tree canopy. Removing unhealthy trees, thinning of smaller trees, and removal of some vegetation further supports forest health and safety.

Ladder Fuels Reduction (LFR) and tree thinning are essential tools for mechanical removal of vegetation in a wildland urban interface community such as Sunriver. The Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan provides mandatory guidelines for the association and owners to follow to reduce wildfire risks on commons and private property. Regularlyscheduled LFR work is one of the safest ways to control overgrowth in a rural community like ours – taking the place of what Mother Nature does naturally with forest fire. LFR treatment on commons is scheduled on a six-year cycle.

In other words, all common areas in the community receive LFR treatment once every six years.

Q. Where and when is LFR taking place in Sunriver this year? Can you tell me when the work will be done on my lane?

In 2024, the southeast side of Sunriver will be treated, including areas between Harper Bridge/Spring River Road up to Circle 1. You can view the map at www.sunriverowners. org/lfr

Work will continue through the fall and wrap up by the end of the year. Because the timing and location of LFR activity is dependent on crew availability, state-mandated fire restrictions, mechanical accessibility, weather and other factors, there is no schedule identifying when a particular lane or area will be treated.

Q. Who is doing the LFR work on commons?

SROA’s Natural Resources department directs and over-

sees the LFR work being performed by several professional tree care companies, each having been assigned a different section of commons within the contract area. All contractors are following the same LFR standards and guidelines provided to them by Natural Resources staff and based on the Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan. Any questions about LFR work on commons should be directed to SROA’s Natural Resources staff at 541593-1522.

Q. What do the pink ribbons and green paint on trees mean? Why would a tree be marked for removal? Prior to the start of LFR work this season, SROA staff used pink ribbon to mark the common area boundaries. The ribbons provide essential on-the-ground information to the contractors and shall be left in place while LFR work is underway. The ribbons will be modified or removed by SROA staff when LFR work is

complete.

Staff also inspected all common areas prior to the start of LFR work and identified trees that meet the criteria for removal under the Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan, marking these trees with green paint. Some trees may be removed to decrease competition and increase spacing. Other trees marked for removal may be unhealthy, nearing the end of their lifespan, or have a structural defect that increases their risk of failure.

Only SROA staff are authorized to mark a tree in Sunriver with paint and tampering with, applying paint to, or altering paint on a tree is prohibited. Questions regarding marked or unmarked trees in the LFR contract area should be directed to SROA’s Natural Resources staff at 541-593-1522.

Q. It looks like some LFR work has been done on my lane, but not all of it. Why? When will it be finished?

The timing and location of LFR activity is dependent on crew availability, state-mandated fire restrictions, mechanical accessibility, weather and other factors. Contractors may often sweep through common areas multiple times to more efficiently execute LFR treatment. All LFR work on commons will be complete by the end of this year. SROA Natural Resources staff inspect all areas of the contract to ensure all required work has been performed.

Q. I have a permit to remove a tree on my lot. Can the LFR contractor do the work while they are passing by? No. The scope of work for our professional tree care contractors is limited to LFR activity on commons. Owners may contact these or other tree care companies to schedule permitted tree removal at their properties. A directory of such companies is available on SROA’s registered contractor list, accessible on the SROA website.

Q. What happens to the trees and brush that is removed as part of LFR work?

The material and wood that are generated from the project have multiple uses. For example, limbs and brush will be chipped and blown back onto commons, keeping the nutrient content of the area balanced. Larger logs will stay in place as animal and insect habitat or will be used in support of landscape restoration work in Sunriver. The majority of the wood will be bucked into firewood and available to Sunriver owners to collect with an SROA permit.

SROA ladder fuels roadside pickup program

SROA NEWS – While much of the material generated from Ladder Fuels Reduction (LFR) work on commons remains in its area of origin (as ground cover, animal habitat, etc.) or is repurposed as firewood for owners to collect, many owners in Sunriver wonder what to do with the material resulting from LFR work on their private property.

The answer depends on who performed the LFR work: Owners using contractors or contractors doing LFR work on private property are responsible for disposal of all debris they create. Such material must be removed and disposed of or processed outside of Sunriver. However, to support owners who perform their own LFR work on their property SROA Public Works Department’s provides ladder fuels roadside pickup. This program is available exclusively for owners who have done LFR work independently on their properties and seek assistance with debris removal.

Generally beginning in April and extending through October (weather and schedule permitting), Public Works crews collect LFR materials during the first week of each month. Again, weather conditions and other Public Works priorities or assignments may affect this schedule.

How long it takes crews to reach your particular lane also depends on the amount of materials to be collected throughout Sunriver. Public Works is unable to estimate dates/times for pickup at individual properties. There is no need to call for pickup. All roads will be checked each month. Owners who wish to participate in the program are asked to observe the following:

• Have all ladder fuels materials stacked roadside only (do not stack along pathways) prior to the start of the first full week of each month. Materials set out after this time may not be collected until the following month.

• Collectible materials include large branches or limbs (8’ maximum in length), seedlings under 4” diameter breast height, large bushes such as bitterbrush or manzanita.

• Neatly stack branches/ brush in one direction parallel with the road edge so equipment can reach it without going off the road.

• Do not stack near or on top of electric/telephone/cable boxes, water/sewer valves or meters, big rocks or sprinklers.

• Non-collectible materials include pine needles and cones, grass, leaves, garden plants/waste, small branches, or any bagged material. Nonconforming material or material generated by a contractor will not be removed.

Other disposal options: FireFree Days

Owners may take grass clippings, pine needles, pinecones and other yard debris to the following locations for disposal (fees may apply). Not accepted materials include sod, dirt, rocks, lumber, trash or plastics of any kind, including plastic bags

Hours of operation may vary, so call first. FireFree free disposal dates are as follows.

• Sunriver Environmental, LLC composting site at Lake Penhollow, 541-593-4197. FireFree dates are May 3 and May 4, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• La Pine Transfer Station, 541-317-3167. FireFree dates: May 31-June 8, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Knott Landfill Bend, 541388-1910. FireFree dates: May 3-13, 7am-4:30pm

Treat mom to the gift of art this Mother's Day

By Deni Porter

Celebrate Mother’s Day a day early with your mom by attending Second Saturday at the Artists’ Gallery in The Village at Sunriver. Mark your calendar for 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 11 – the day before Mother’s Day. Enjoy fine art, special wines and delicious food while visiting with talented artists and watching them demonstrate their art. With more than 30 artists at the gallery, you are bound to find the perfect gift for your mom.

Each month, the Artists’ Gallery features a few of its artists. The May featured artists are Kelly Lish, Heidi Brown, Dottie Moniz and Diane Miyauchi.

Multimedia and acrylic painter Kelly Lish is presenting new pieces that include images of the things that she loves in life. Smiling people, animals

By Jim Fister

May is the last opportunity for locals and part-timers in Sunriver to enjoy the beauty and quiet before the summer rush begins. It’s wonderful to see Sunriver replete with visitors enjoying the amenities it offers, but it is equally wonderful to have the last bit of solitude as the weather improves.

The art scene in Sunriver uses this time to gear up for summer, with the Sunriver Women’s Club hosting Art Meets Wine in the High Desert.

The Betty Gray Gallery will join the show with a trio of artists that should draw locals to visit.

In the downstairs gallery, the

and flowers, brilliant colors, and happy feelings are featured. Lish provides a wide range of painting sizes so that the viewer can have a little happiness or a whole bunch of happiness. She also creates the most amazing three-dimensional fairy houses.

Fused art glass artist Heidi Brown created new pieces for May’s event. Brown demonstrates her whimsical and western flair by incorporating rustic and repurposed metal items with fused glass. These beautiful pieces can be enjoyed inside your home or in the garden. Each piece is one of a kind. “For the Love of Scotts,” an admiration for Scottish terriers, is made from an antique weathervane and fused glass. Although sturdy, the piece also moves. Another piece “Sunriver Wilderness” is a fused glass panel capturing the beauty of

delightful pastel work of Laura Jo Sherman will be on display, along with the watercolor/ink mix from Sandy Caldwell.

Sherman has been an artist forever per her thinking. Her pastels focus on the creation of something new and original, creating a unique communication from her art to the viewer.

Caldwell starts with a base of watercolor to build a scene, and then highlights it with vivid inks. Together, the two create a unique view of nature and landscape that mirror the spring outside. Their work will be on display through June.

Artist Jesica Carleton has always been drawn to color and texture, and she extended

the local scenery – especially when the light shines through the piece.

Dottie Moniz creates collage like paintings that include the most beautiful fabrics. One of her newest pieces “Peaceful Woods” really captures the essence of the forest and the night sky. Another landscape piece “Still Waters” inspires an overwhelming sense of calm.

Potter Diane Miyauchi provides pieces at two opposite ends of the pottery spectrum. At one end are her incredibly beautiful, but functional pottery pieces. Each piece is unique, but a consistent use of glazes allows them to be utilized as a piece of a set. At the other end of the spectrum are Miyauchi’s raku art pieces that are purely eye-catching sculptural art pieces. The raku glazing process produces stun-

her love of sewing and quilting into an interest in mosaic art as she began her artistic career.

ning results that always surprise and delight.

The Artists’ Galley is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in The Village at Sunriver,

She is happiest when creating a piece that differs from her others – either in subject, style, color or shape.

Her current work explores the bounds of the “square” and starts to extend beyond the traditional frame, with a bright array of colors to match the creative shapes. She has been known to try to mosaic any shape and started exploring new forms in her wallhangings. Her work will be featured in the upstairs gallery through June.

The Art Meets Wine in the High Desert is Saturday, May 4 with a variety of art pieces on auction.

To kickoff the weekend, the Betty Gray Gallery will host

building 19 (next door to the Mexican cuisine restaurant). For information, visit www. ArtistsGallerySunriver.com or call 541-593-4382.

an artists’ reception on Friday, May 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. This will feature the ability to meet the artists and see their intriguing works.

The Art Meets Wine in the High Desert follows the next day, with the traditional Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Second Saturday on May 11. These events offer local residents and early spring visitors to enjoy the solitude and some fine art before the long days and warm temperatures draw more visitors. Enjoy the last days before our summer rush.

The Betty Gray Gallery is located inside the Sunriver Resort Lodge and the art is available for viewing during business hours.

'Peter' by Sandy Caldwell

Featured artists: Heidi Brown (top left), Dottie Moniz (top right), Diane Miyauchi (bottom left), Kelly Lish (bottom right).

owner enrichment activities

Sunriver You: May & June classes

By Melinda Kufeld

What do teeth, SROA board member candidates, trails and pétanque have in common?

They are the topics of the May and June classes.

Do you feel intimidated when you go to the dentist, wonder if you really need to go as often as recommended, or simply need to go at all? Then Do I Really Need to Floss?: What Should I Know to be an Informed Dental Consumer is the class for you!

With trails clearing, have you been enjoying favorite trails while wondering about new trails to discover? Attend the Sunriver’s Best Hikes class in May to find out what other ones you can try this year.

Looking for a new activity now that it is spring? Learn to play pétanque and join other players at the Mary McCallum Park pétanque courts.

Can you believe it’s nearly time once again for the annual SROA Board of Directors elections? While a date for the SROA Board Candidate Forum has yet to be determined, plan to attend via Zoom to be an informed voter.

Continue reading below for class descriptions and presenter information. All classes require registration through www. sunriveryou.com. NOTE: Registration closes 24 hours prior to the class start time.

Do I Really Need to Floss?: What Should I Know to be an Informed Dental Consumer?

Wednesday, May 8, 4-5:30 p.m. at SHARC. Presenter: Jean Martin, D.D.S.

This course will provide an overview of your teeth, gums,

All Sunriver You classes require registration, which closes 24 hours before the class start time. Please visit sunriveryou.com to register.

lower facial bones, and smile. With this information, it will be easier to ask your dental provider specific questions about your mouth and how possible treatment might impact your risk for problems in the future. Oral health affects your overall health. We will discuss how and why this is so and provide practical tips for implementing strategies for improvement. Martin practiced dentistry for 45 years and served on the Oregon Board of Dentistry. She continues to teach other dentists and edit dental articles for publication in scientific journals. She was a kid with lots of cavities so understands how it feels to sit in the dental chair with your mouth stretched open.

Sunriver’s Best Hikes

Tuesday, May 21, 4-5:30 p.m. at SHARC. Presenter: Dan Hilburn.

Sunriver is a paradise for hikers and walkers. There are dozens of trails nearby, many of them with spectacular views and interesting features. Some are accessible from Sunriver’s bike paths and don’t even re-

quire getting in your car! This class will introduce you to several river loops, the Deschutes River Trail, Blackrock Trail, Roundabout Trail, Ann’s Butte, and many more within an hour’s drive of Sunriver.

Hilburn has been exploring Central Oregon’s hiking trails since retiring to Sunriver six years ago. He began leading group hikes in college and continues to offer guided hikes through the Sunriver Hiking Club.

Learn to Play the Game of Pétanque

Wednesday, June 5, 10 a.m. at the Mary McCallum Pétanque Courts. Presenter: Gary Bigham.

Learn to play this popular French outdoor game which is similar to bocce, horseshoes and lawn bowling. Pétanque is easy to learn and does not require special abilities or experience. This social game is ideal for all ages and Sunriver’s warm summer days. The rules, terminology and techniques of the game will be explained. By the end, you will be ready to play on your own or join the group of regulars that play weekly during the summer. You are welcome to stay after the class and practice with each other. All the equipment needed will be provided. Sign up early as the class is limited to 12 participants.

Bigham started playing pétanque in Seattle at FrenchAmerican Chamber of Commerce picnics around 1995, about the same time as the formation of the Seattle Pétanque Club and several other pétanque clubs in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to

weekly play, this created the opportunity to play in tournaments with clubs in Portland, Lake Oswego, Edmonds, Walla Walla and others. He has also traveled with members of other pétanque clubs to enter tournaments in France. In 2016, Gary and his wife moved from Kirkland to Sunriver. After two summers of no pétanque, Bigham got together with a small group interested in learning the game in the spring of 2019, thus the Sunriver Pétanque Club was born. Since then, the club has grown to about 35 members with dedicated pétanque courts in Mary McCallum Park.

SROA Board Candidate Forum via Zoom Date during the last two weeks in June to be determined.

The annual SROA Board of Directors election for three seats is coming up. It’s likely there could be as many as seven candidates so don’t miss the opportunity to get to know them and their priorities for Sunriver so you can make an

informed decision when you vote. Each candidate will have a few minutes to introduce themselves and share their reason for running for the board. Then the session will be opened for questions submitted prior to and during the forum from the Zoom audience. Each candidate will have an opportunity to answer. We can’t promise that every question will be addressed, but we hope to get to as many as possible. The election ballot and voter information package will be mailed to owners during the first week of July. Forum details will be available in the June Sunriver Scene and prior on the Sunriver You website, www. sunriveryou.com.

By Nature Center Staff

The Bannock War of 1878 marks a significant episode in the history of Native American resistance against U.S. expansion and encroachment. At the core of this conflict was a struggle not just for land but also for access to critical natural resources. Central to this narrative is the camas plant, which became emblematic of a broader botanical battleground.

This conflict arose against a backdrop of broken treaties, settler encroachments on traditional lands, and restrictions on indigenous lifestyles. For the Bannock and Paiute tribes, survival hinged on access to traditional sites for hunting, fishing, and gathering. These activities weren't merely economic but were deeply embedded in their cultural practices and sustenance traditions.

The camas plant, with its distinctive blue flowers, was a vital food source for the Bannock, Paiute, and other Native American peoples. The bulbs of camas, harvested in the meadows of the Pacific North-

west, were not only nutritious but could be stored for long periods, playing a critical role in the diet and culture of these communities. However, the arrival of settlers, who converted these camas meadows into agricultural lands, posed a dire threat to the indigenous way of life. The destruction of camas plants for crop cultivation symbolized a direct assault on the identity and survival of these tribes.

The loss of camas resources

nificant losses for the tribes involved.

The Sunriver Nature Center Initiative

was a key factor driving the Bannock and Paiute to war.

This conflict, characterized by its focus on the struggle over natural resources, saw various battles across Idaho, Oregon and Nevada. Despite their efforts, the indigenous resistance was eventually quelled by U.S. military forces, leading to sig-

In a modern effort to reconnect with this crucial aspect of indigenous heritage and the natural ecosystem, the Sunriver Nature Center undertook a significant initiative last year by planting more than 200 camas bulbs on its campus. This act of ecological and cultural restoration signifies a hope for the revival of camas landscapes, which are deeply intertwined with the history and identity of the local indigenous peoples. As these bulbs mature and bloom in the coming years, they will not only beautify the landscape but also serve as a living reminder of the importance of preserving natural resources and cultural heritage.

You can view Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s

camas blooms this spring in our botanical garden. These blue, starlike flowers erupt from wetlands April through June. Learn more about camas flowers, and other native flowering plants of Central Oregon, at this year’s Wildflower Show and Pollinator Festival, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This amazing event is supported by the High Desert Native Plant Society and features hundreds of native flowers keyed out to the species level and displayed. This fun-filled day includes vendors, kid’s activities, lectures, and an in depth look at the local pollinators who make it all possible.

Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is located at 57245 River Road, off Circle 3, on the way to the airport and marina. Check www.snco. org for current hours and programs. For volunteering, more information or questions: 541593-4394, or www.snco.org

May 1 celebrates a holiday traditionally recognized in Celtic culture as Beltane or the first day of summer. It is still celebrated today and is a traditional time for marriage engagements. This holiday, along with three other holidays known as Imbolc, Lughnasadh and Samhain are the crossquarter days of the astronomi-

cal calendar that are halfway between the quarter days of the more well know solstices and equinoxes. This traditional astronomical calendar, therefore, has eight important dates, most of which we still recognize today, some with holidays and others as important markers for the changing of seasons.

The first of the holidays we

run into with our modern calendar is Imbolc, which is the cross-quarter between winter solstice and the spring equinox. The modern holiday tied to Imbolc is Groundhog Day (Feb. 2), which still has some connection with the old tradition. In the Celtic cal -

Camas was once a vital Native American food source.

Second Tern Thrift Store: The Crafts and Office Department

This month features the Second Tern Thrift Store’s Crafts and Office Department, one of the smaller departments with only three volunteers, Debi, Donna and Mabel. But this department, like all Second Tern departments, is a fine-tuned machine that gets the product out on the shelves quickly and efficiently, and yet, manages to be a fun place to volunteer, especially when donations come in that pose the ever-present questions we encounter at the Tern such as: what possessed a company to make this, why did anyone buy this in the first place, why was this donated to us and, more to the point, what is it?

Craft items

• Small jars of beads: About 50 “baby food” jars of beads, mostly, but not all, sorted by size and color. Took a couple hours to get them sale-worthy. Sold within an hour of being put on the shelf.

• Thimbles: Someone’s souvenir thimble collection. Some antiques: Disney, Sesame Street, Hawaii, pewter, wooden, leather, glass. Because you wouldn’t really use these for sewing, they have been housed in the Jewelry department.

• Zippers: You may recall from a Scene article from last summer, a local artist asked for, and received, many thousands of zippers through a request in the Midstate Ruralite magazine 16 years ago. After using the zippers in many art projects, she donated the remaining thousands of zippers to the Tern. A year later, we are down to one small bin, about 150 zippers. Amazing.

• Decorative stamps: Not postage stamps but the rubber embossed stamps glued on a wood “handle” that you press onto an ink pad and use to make cards, art projects, scrapbooking. These stamps include images of airplanes, boats, cars, horses, borders, Happy Birthday messages, and more. The Tern has 181 of them.

• Sewing machines: We usually have one or more machines to sell. Currently, we have a lovely baby blue Singer in a cabinet.

Office items

Need a stapler, staples or staple remover, three-hole punch, notebooks, file folders, file organizers, HP 57 color cartridge, Canon 251 ink cartridges, bulletin board, hanging files, envelopes, labels, computer bags, blank CDs, paper clips, letter opener, magnifying glass, photo paper, XYRON label maker/laminator, calculator… the Tern has it all.

What is it?

Every now and then something comes in that we have no idea what it is. Other volunteers are asked, Google is utilized, but to no avail. Like the craft tool of some kind with a wooden handle, metal shaft, heavy hunk of metal on the end. So, what do we with

those unknown items? We put a price on it and…it sells. Why do these three ladies volunteer in the Tern Craft Department? They are sewers, crafters, quilters and artists,

Second Tern Thirft Store

Store-Wide Half-Price Sale Memorial Day Weekend May 25-26, 10am-3pm

who started as Tern shoppers, and morphed into volunteers. They like dealing with the interesting donations, be it fabric, yarn, knitting needles, threads, craft books and more, as well as the interaction with the other volunteers. And it is fascinating what people buy!

Whether in the Crafts Department, or any other department, please consider volunteering at the Second Tern, the Nature Center or the Observatory. The Tern is located at 17377 Spring River Road, just west of Harper Bridge, and is open Friday and Saturday 10-3 year-round; donations accepted 10-2 on open days. Sunriver Nature Center &

Observatory is located at 57245 River Road, off circle 3, on the way to the airport and marina. Check www.snco.org for current hours and programs. The Second Tern benefits Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. For volunteering, more information, or questions: 541-593-3367 (Tern), 541593-4394 (Nature Center), or www.snco.org

Crafts Department volunteers (left to right) Donna, Mabel and Debi are tasked with sorting, pricing and displaying craft-related items that arrive at the Tern, such as these jars of beads, above right.

Sunriver Brewing takes top honors at Oregon Beer Awards

The annual Oregon Beer Awards ceremony was held April 4 in Portland with 124 Oregon breweries submitting 1,088 entries across 26 categories.

Sunriver Brewing Company came out on top – winning the coveted Large Brewery of the Year. This highly acclaimed accolade was the result of winning a staggering 13 medals in 13 different categories.

“I couldn’t be happier with what Patrick Raasch and our entire brewery team has accomplished with this epic victory,” said Brett Thomas, Sunriver Brewing’s director of brewing operations and founding brewer. “The diversity of our wins with 13 medals across 26 very different categories truly

reflects our dedication to our culture of quality.”

Some of the beers earning medals are part of Sunriver Brewing’s Limited Release and Wood/Wild series. Several core beers currently available in the canned packaged format also made it to the podium. Those winners include Bondi Beach Party IPA (gold medal), Deseo Mexican-style Lager (bronze medal), Rivermark Pilsner (bronze medal), and Sunstreak West Coast Pilsner (bronze medal).

“Well, well, well, this is awesome! Winning large brewery of the year has been a dream, and I could not be prouder of what our team has accomplished,” said Patrick Raasch, head brewer. “It’s always nice

the middle of spring.

endar, Imbolc is the first day of spring, while the modern Groundhog Day is associated with determining if there will be six more weeks of winter, which would coincide with the spring equinox. The spring equinox is also called Ostara and is traditionally viewed as

The next cross-quarter is Beltane and is considered the first day of summer. In the older traditions, this is when young couples would be engaged for a midsummer wedding in six weeks. Litha is the name for the summer solstice and is considered the middle of summer. This is also the day that most weddings would occur, and this is still evident

to see our friends up on stage, and it was great to share it with all of them this year.”

Find information on what categories and what beers Sunriver Brewing and the

today, as June is the most popular month for weddings in modern times.

Lughnasadh is the next crossquarter and is the first day of fall. The modern holiday at this time is Lammas, or Loaf Mass Day, which is celebrated on Aug. 1. Lughnasadh would be calculated to land halfway between Litha and the fall equinox known as Mabon. Mabon would be mid-autumn and the time to harvest fruits and grains.

The next cross-quarter is arguably the most well-known, as its modern equivalent is Halloween (Oct. 31). Samhain is halfway between Mabon and Yule and is the beginning of winter. Yule completes our calendar and is the winter solstice, or the middle of winter.

An interesting note is that, in modern times, we still calculate

rest Oregon breweries won at https://newschoolbeer.com/ home/2024/3/oregon-beerawards-2024-medal-winnersamp-recap.

Sunriver Brewing Company’s

pub in The Village at Sunriver opened to rave reviews in the summer of 2012. Recognizing the original pub would not accommodate demand, a 13,000-square foot building was purchased in the Sunriver Business Park in 2014. Since that time, Sunriver Brewing Company has garnered many national and international awards for its craft beer. The year of 2017 included a major national accomplishment with winning Small Brewing Company of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival. Sunriver Brewing has its tap room in the production facility in the Sunriver Business Park and four pub locations: two in Bend, one in Eugene and the original location in Sunriver.

and determine the solstices and equinoxes to the actually timing of the astronomical event, but the cross-quarter holidays have been set to a specific day of the year. For a more accurate timing of these days, Imbolc should have been celebrated on Feb. 4, Beltane will be May 4, Lughnasadh on Aug. 6, and Samhain on Nov. 6.

And now you know the eight important dates of the traditional astronomical calendar. There will be a quiz the next time you are at the observatory. Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is located at 57245 River Road, off Circle 3, on the way to the airport and marina. Check www.snco.org for current hours and programs.

SROA Committees

Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on

SROA Board of Directors

Gerhard Beenen, president sroaboard@srowners.org

Covenants

Patty Smith covenants@srowners.org

Design

Richard Look, chair designinfo@srowners.org

Election

Patty Smith, chair election@srowners.org

Finance

Clark Pederson, chair finance@srowners.org

Nominating

Ron Angell, chair nominating@srowners.org

Owner Enrichment

Mark Fisler, chair ownerenrichment@srowners.org

MAY MEETINGS & GATHERINGS

Interested in joining a committee, special project or task force? Contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411. Opportunity often reveals itself where you least expect it. Across Central Oregon, inventories in certain markets are growing, granting Buyers newfound options. With these choices, Buyers may wield greater negotiating power. Whether this signals a sustained shift or a temporary pause remains uncertain. Sellers, however, continue to reap rewards when pricing wisely. Our observation suggests that interest in Central Oregon living continues to climb. While demand might not reach previous peaks, it remains robust. If Central Oregon has piqued your interest, seize the moment. At the Jones Group, we remain vigilant, adapting to market dynamics. Experience guides us as we assist Buyers and Sellers in navigating the question, “What’s Next?”

These groups meet regularly, same time, same place

Monday

Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m. Village Bar & Grill Sign up: 593-5906 or 536-1533

Alcoholics Anonymous

7 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center

Tuesday

Mountain Meadow Quilters 1 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at Community Bible Church Info: 302-378-8446

Partners Bridge

3 p.m., Crescent room at SHARC. $1, register/info: 541-556-6408

Wednesday

Sunriver Rotary

7:30 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge www.sunriver-lapinerotary.org

Sunriver Republicans

5:30 p.m. second Wednesday of the month. 20 Maury Mtn. Lane

Thursday

Duplicate Bridge

3 p.m., First, second, fourth & fifth Thursday, Crescent room at SHARC. $1, register/info: 541-556-6408

Holy Trinity Catholic Mass: 9:30am Thurs.; 5:30pm Sat.; 8am Sun. 18143 Cottonwood Road 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Fr. Paul Antao, SDB Community Bible Church at Sunriver 10am Sunday 57175 Theater Drive 541-593-8341

www.cbcsunriver.org

Pastor: Jeff Welch

Sunriver Christian Fellowship 10am Sunday 18139 Cottonwood Road. Episcopal & Lutheran traditions. 541-593-1183

www.sunriverchristianfellowship.org

Associate Pastor: Rob Pearson

The Door at Three Rivers 10am Sunday 86885 Enterprise Drive (Bus. Park) 541-550-3088 www.thedoor3r.org

Pastor: Brent Maxwell

Finding and selecting a contractor for your Sunriver project

SROA NEWS – Owning a property in Sunriver can be rewarding, as well as a good financial investment. Protecting that investment requires both financial and time commitments for improvements, repairs or maintenance, and even unexpected emergencies.

Many Sunriver owners perform home improvement, repair or maintenance projects at their properties themselves. Others prefer to work with contractors or service providers on such projects. Whether an owner is painting the exterior house, paving the driveway, replacing a deck, upgrading a bathroom or kitchen, removing a tree or performing ladder fuels reduction work, choosing the right contractor for the job is a critical component of a successful project.

Before starting any project, owners should be aware of the laws, regulations, restrictions, codes, conditions, and requirements by any agency with jurisdiction over the property. For example, Deschutes County establishes general land use requirements and building codes that are applicable in Sunriver.

Likewise, community governing documents such as the SROA Design Committee Manual of Rules and Procedures, the Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan, the Sunriver Noxious Weed Management Plan, sub-association covenants, and others set forth standards and processes for conducting certain activities in Sunriver.

Owners are responsible for all work being performed on their property (including the actions of a contractor). Don’t assume contractors are familiar with all rules and regulations associated with Sunriver properties.

The Sunriver Owners Association does not endorse any contractor or service provider and cannot make any recommendations or referrals.

Owners are encouraged to practice due diligence when hiring and working with a contractor. Taking the following steps may assist owners with finding and selecting a contractor and getting their project off to a good start.

Get recommendations and check with reputable associations

Ask family, friends, or neighbors for suggestions. Get in touch with a previously used contractor (perhaps a plumber or a landscaper) for a suggestion of someone in a related industry (an electrician or tree care company, for example).

Local trade and business associations, such as the Central Oregon Builders Association or Sunriver Chamber of Commerce may help identify service professionals in the area.

Check references

A good contractor should be happy to provide references. Talk to references about the contractor’s overall performance, ability to complete the work on time and according to the bid, communication style and reliability to see if a contractor may be a good fit.

Verify all licenses or registrations

Working with an unlicensed contractor may expose owners to serious risk. Check to see that any contractor being considered has a valid, active license.

Visit the Oregon Construction Contractor Board’s (CCB) website (http://search.ccb.state. or.us), the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board’s website (https://lcb.us.thentiacloud. net/webs/lcb), the Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners (www.oregon.gov/osbae) and other agencies to verify the licensure of a contractor.

Verify all professional credentials

Earned and awarded by a recognized professional organization or academic institution, professional credentials and accreditations certify an indi-

vidual’s professional qualifications and competence. For example, ISA Certified Arborist® credentials can be confirmed at www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist.

Solicit bids or estimates from more than one contractor

Examine and compare materials or equipment, work methods, timelines and other factors that may vary by contractor. Be cautious of estimates that are too high or too low.

Give yourself time to select the right contractor for your project

Planning ahead and being aware of required project benchmarks or deadlines can help to reduce stress and provide all parties with ample time to prepare and review documents – and ultimately execute the project on schedule.

Once a contractor has been selected, be sure to secure a contract that details every step of the project: payment schedule; proof of liability insurance and worker’s compensation payments; a start date and projected completion date; specific materials and products to be used, etc., and remain in contact with the contractor for the duration of the project. Owners with small, large, one-time, or continuous projects alike can benefit from the tips above when finding and selecting a contractor. For more information, please contact SROA’s Community Development department at designinfo@srowners.org or 541-593-6645 or the Natural Resources department at naturalresources@srowners. org or 541-593-1522.

The mark of a new era for Sunriver Resort

By Sunriver Resort

With a new season comes a new look and feel for Sunriver Resort. As we embark on the next phase of our evolution as the Pacific Northwest’s treasured outpost for adventure, exploration, wellness and relaxation, a new logomark represents the spirit of our Central Oregon destination. Our new look was envisioned to embody the sense of wonder, belonging and discovery shared by all who visit the land and its surrounding forested wilderness.

The logomark of the three trees was created by hand using a brush pen, a technique that adds layers, texture and an element of warmth. It captures the human connection to the land, much like the experience en-

joyed by all who visit Sunriver Resort. While the trees are modeled after the ponderosa pines nestled throughout the resort, the typography feels organic, chosen to complement the existing brand elements.

The stately ponderosa pines are evergreens that hold their beauty all year and only grow better with age. Legacy holders themselves, their branches show movement and are full of

life, energy and spirit. The three trees naturally intertwine as if opening their arms to welcome guests. They have witnessed the 50-year legacy of Sunriver Resort and stand ready to witness many decades to come.

On your next visit to Sunriver Resort, you’ll notice the new logomark across the resort on everything from signage to golf balls, resort wear to sports gear.

Sunriver Resort's old logo (left) and new logo (right).

SRWC president's message

The Sunriver Women’s Club held its annual meeting in April along with the Celebration of Giving Luncheon. It was a special time to hear about the impact of our Community Grant program. The consistent focus of our grants year after year has inspired other nonprofits to bring their services to south Deschutes County. In an impressive way, we have seeded a bigger investment from other sources to our community.

The spring and summer activities of hiking, mountain biking and kayaking are gearing up for a season of fun and camaraderie. Other social activities are also available, check the calendar on our website, sunriverwomensclub.org.

My term as president is ending and the new president Brigitte Bourret will carry on the great work of our organization. I am very proud of the connections we have made with each other and the greater community. During the last 25 years, the Sunriver Women’s Club has exceeded $1 million in con -

tributions to south Deschutes County – amazing!

- Cheers, Debbie Baker, SRWC President

Spring into membership with savings for first time members

New members can join the Sunriver Women’s Club for $30 with the Mid-Year Membership. This new special membership promotion is for those signing up now through the end of the membership year (Sept. 30). All members renew in September for the next membership year (Oct. 1 through Sept. 30, 2025).

We hope you choose to join our incredible group of active, dedicated, diverse and caring members. New programs are just starting with kayaking, mountain biking and hiking. We invite you to join us!

For information, visit www. sunriverwomensclub.org.

Join us

The Sunriver Women’s Club is a great way to get more involved in your community, socially or with meaningful

volunteerism. Please join us for a Coffee Break or Happy Hour in May to get more information about what membership might mean to you.

• Coffee Break: Monday, May 6, 10 to 11 a.m. Brewed Awakenings

• Happy Hour: Thursday, May 23, 4 to 6 p.m. Rio Sol Restaurant at the Sunriver Marina

For information, email membership@sunriverwomensclub. org.

Spring Community Grant Awards

The Sunriver Women’s Club is committed to the community of south Deschutes County in addition to serving members. The Community Grant Program distributes grant awards twice a year to area schools and nonprofits in the five priority areas of child safety, hunger prevention, shelter, education & youth development, and health and mental health.

There are two major fundraisers supporting the program, Sunriver Art Fair and Art Meets Wine in the High Desert.

These fundraisers in addition to member and community donations have made the following grants possible:

• $6,000: CASA of Central Oregon advocating for foster children

• $5,000: Friends of the Children of Central Oregon family engagement program

• $1,000: Assistance League Literacy for Kids

• $5,000: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon

• $4,704: East Cascade Works providing youth driver training and funds for driver’s licenses

• $3,000: Heart of Oregon Corps partnering with USFS for a summer youth work program

• $5,000: SMART Reading serving 159 kindergartners with 14 books each

• $5,000: Central Oregon Council on Aging for Meals on Wheels

• $4,000: La Pine Parks and Rec Foundation for adult, senior and veteran class offerings

• $4,500: Habitat for Humanity Critical Home Repair

With heartfelt thanks to members and the community

for making these grants totaling $43,204 possible.

Save the date – 2024

Sunriver Community Picnic

The Sunriver Community Picnic is a fun, summertime event sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club. It is open to all residents in the greater Sunriver area and is a great opportunity to gather with friends, meet neighbors and enjoy a summer evening.

Pre-registration is required and will open in late May. Seating is limited to first 200 guests.

Date: Wednesday, July 17

Time: 4 to 7:30 p.m.

Location: Mary McCallum Park, Sunriver

Barbecue dinner provided by The Wallow Bar & Grill with live music by the Big River Band (duo).

For information, please con tact picnic@ sunriverwomensclub.org.

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Sawyer pheasant tail nymph materials list

Hook: Firehole Outdoors 627 barbless competition hook (short shank, 2X gape), sizes 14-18 or similar Abdomen, thorax, rib: Red ultra-wire in small Abdomen, thorax, wingpad: Natural ring neck pheasant

Tying instructions and steps is published in video form, and can be found on the Sunriver Anglers web site at www.sunriveranglers.org/fly-tying-corner, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SunriverAnglers/, or on YouTube https://youtu.be/ab5yoHFZ7Mw

Fly Tying Corner: Sawyer pheasant tail nymph

By Phil Fischer May’s Sunriver Anglers Fly

Tying Corner features a Sawyer pheasant tail nymph. This was a pattern originated by Frank Sawyer in the early 1900s. It is a simple, yet effective fly pattern. It is unique because the only materials used are a hook, copper wire and ring neck pheasant tail. The fly does not use thread to bind it together. The fly imitates many different mayfly nymphs that are common in our Central Oregon streams and rivers.

I have used this fly effectively in a broad spectrum of rivers from Central Oregon to Montana and as far away as Argentina. It is usually one of the first patterns I pull out of my fly box when approaching a new river, as it is an excellent imitation for small mayfly nymphs. The pattern featured in this month’s column is tied to specifically imitate a pale morning dun nymph. I also can adapt the size and color to imitate many different mayfly nymphs.

Use a greenish pheasant tail, bronze wire and tie on a size

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18, and you have an excellent imitation for callibaetis, or blue wing olives. Tie a little larger using pheasant tail and copper wire, and you have a mahogany dun nymph. This is my “go to” pattern in many situations, and it is responsible for more fish to net than any other pattern I've fished. Give it a try. I think you'll like it.

I have tied the fly slightly differently than the original Sawyer nymph tied by Frank Sawyer. The main difference is in the tie-off point. The original pattern tied off the fly at the back of the thorax, whereas on my version it is tied off at the head. I think you'll see how

quick and easy the pattern is to tie. I've added UV resin to the wing case to make the fly more durable; something that wasn’t available in Frank Sawyer’s time.

Learn to tie this fly pattern and fish it in rivers such as the Crooked, Fall River, Upper and main stem Deschutes. If you have questions or would like additional information about the Sawyer Pheasant Tail, please email me. Or, if you have suggestions on future patterns to feature in this column, I welcome your input. I can be reached at philfischer@ sbcglobal.net.

By Rynie Miyashiro

Join the Sunriver Anglers on Wednesday, May 1 for Garrett Lesko’s presentation on “Still water Flies and How to Fish Them.”

Lesko is an Oregon-based fly tyer and fly fisherman. He has been featured as a “Master at the Bench” in “American Fly Fishing” magazine, has had articles published in “Fly Fishing & Tying Journal,” has had flies showcased in Favorite Flies of Oregon, and has been a guest on the Wet Fly Swing Podcast, The Fly Fishing Insider Podcast, and The Fly Fishing 97 Podcast.

He also has been a regular club speaker at fly fishing clubs in Oregon and beyond. He enjoys using his more than 15 years of experience in the fly fishing industry to teach fly tying through his local club where they live stream their monthly tying night. You also may have seen him at one of the many fly tying expos and shows he has tied at, including the Northwest Expo, Reedsport and Roseburg Fly Tying show, the Fly Tyers Rendezvous, and The Fly Fishing Show.

Lesko was recognized as the “Fly Tyer of the Year” in 2024 from the Oregon FFI. He truly has a passion for teaching and showing others the joys of fly tying and fishing either

through live demonstrations or articles in magazines and his blog.

Fly fishing still waters can be daunting. Through this presentation, Lesko will review the flies he fishes, the lines he uses, and the retrieves that work best when tackling still waters new and familiar. Lesko will have his boat box with flies, lines and other bits of tackle he uses to effectively fish still waters.

Members and the public are invited to attend this free presentation in SHARC’s Crescent Room, 57250 Overlook Rd., in Sunriver.

New summer meeting time: Doors open at 5:15 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. Meetings typically last about an hour. For information, visit sunriveranglers. org.

Save the date: On June 5, Jordan Romney of Fly and Field Outfitters will return with an update of current fishing conditions and successful spring fishing techniques.

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The SHARC indoor pool will be closed for required annual cleaning and maintenance the week of May 13-19. Other facility hours, fitness center and events will not be effected by this closure.

While the indoor pool is closed, the outdoor leisure pool will be available for recreation and lap swim. The outdoor lazy river and water slides will not be open during this time. Outdoor aquatic operations will open daily for the summer season starting May 25 (Memorial Day weekend).

Hours of operation for May 13-19 will be modified and weather dependent. Visit the calendar at www.sunriversharc. com for daily hours. The adult outdoor hot tub also will be available during outdoor pool hours.

Recreation Swim May 13-19

• Monday-Friday: 2 to 5 p.m.

• Saturday-Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

Lap Swim May 13-19

• Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Saturday-Sunday: 9 a.m. to noon

Aquafit May 13-19 (members only)

Workout on your own during lap swim times.

Please join us for mass

• Saturday at 5:30 pm

• Sunday at 8 am

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Sunriver Women’s Club hits $1 million in donations milestone

The Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC) announced its philanthropic giving has exceeded the $1 million mark. The SRWC started tracking contributions in 1999 and 25 years later reached this important milestone. Grants are awarded to organizations providing services in five priority areas: child safety, hunger prevention, shelter, education and youth development, health and mental health.

SRWC dedicates funds to a community with traditionally lower educational outcomes, lower median income and higher unemployment. Through its advocacy, other nonprofits have brought additional resources to improve the lives of all.

SRWC was founded in 1972 by a group of local women committed to supporting local nonprofit organizations, sponsoring charitable and educational activities and providing fellowship and recreation for its members. Early fundraising efforts included producing cookbooks, selling memorial bricks at SHARC and other fundraising programs. In 2009, the club was granted 501(c)(3) nonprofit status for its charitable activities.

In order to create a sustainable fundraiser, in 2010 SRWC produced the first Sunriver Art Fair, a two-day event featuring 38 artists. That event grew to three days with more than 80 artists in 2023 and was chosen a Favorite Small-Town Art Fair

by artfaircalendar.com. This August will represent the 14th fair in The Village at Sunriver (2020 was cancelled due to COVID). Learn more at www. sunriverartfair.org.

In 2018 a second major fundraiser, Art Meets Wine in the

High Desert, was introduced featuring art and wine as an outgrowth of the Sunriver Art Fair. That event expanded to a major spring event held at SHARC. Featuring tastings from notable Oregon wineries, music and food, as well as a significant art auction, the event has contributed to a major increase in the funds available for the SRWC grant program.

This year’s event takes place Saturday, May 4 at SHARC. Visit www.artmeetswine.org for information.

These major fundraisers support the SRWC Community Grant program. This program solicits applications from schools and nonprofits serving south Deschutes County. The members of the community grant program disburse funds twice a year. This spring, $43,204 in grants were awarded to 10 nonprofits, bringing the total of the Community Grants awarded since the program was founded to $906,665.

In addition to the long tenured Community Grant Program, other SRWC fundraisers have focused on unique community needs.

• The Power of 100+ provided $10,000 each to CASA and The Kids Center for at risk children in south Deschutes County.

• Power of 50 for Education provided $55,538 in seed money for services to local youth through the South County Collaborative, which brought together service providers to impact educational outcomes.

• The COVID fund distributed $45,883 to those suffering from lack of resources during the pandemic.

• The Hunger Prevention Fund raised funds to supplement local efforts to offset food insecurity, distributing $30,891 in 2023-24.

All these efforts combined to reach the impressive $1,059,025 milestone.

The Power of 50 for Education was especially impactful. Due to SRWC’s advocacy of addressing educational outcomes, the South County Collaborative (SCC) was created. Many partners came to the table with additional resources. Better Together is the fiscal agent for the SCC and through them a significant grant from the Oregon Department of Education was awarded to continue the work of improving graduation rates, parent engagement, student enrichment and mentorships.

The SRWC attributes its success in philanthropic giving to the generous support of local businesses, residents and members who give cash donations as well as in-kind donations of art, gift certificates, event space and other support.

The Sunriver Women's Club welcomes members from Sunriver and the surrounding communities. The essence of the SRWC is to be a caring partner to its neighbors, nonprofits in south Deschutes County, local businesses and visitors.

For information, email vpcommunications@ sunriverwomensclub.org.

Comprehensive owner survey results online

SROA NEWS – The results of the 2024 SROA Comprehensive Owner Survey are now online for your perusing pleasure.

SROA worked with DRC Research to send 3,580 surveys to owners of record, in which 2,172 were completed and 292 partially completed. This is a 69% participation rate and represents the highest return since the first SROA comprehensive survey was first conducted by DRC Research in 2010. This year’s survey was sent electronically by email with only 31 owners opting to receive a printed survey.

The final 200-plus page

continued fire protection.

• Continue to implement an annual valve replacement program to make sure that all valves work properly and can isolate areas of the distribution system during a leak.

• Started to implement an annual distribution pipe assessment program to determine the status of which pipes will need to be replaced and when.

• Make a major investment

document is a lot to digest, so some may want to read the first 23 pages which provides an overview summary of the questions. The survey also includes reference data to some questions from the 2010 to 2021 surveys.

These surveys are conducted every three years and help the board and staff to identify a number of objectives, including:

• Owner demographic profiles and how demographics influence differences of opinions and attitudes.

• Owner evaluation of SROA governance, policies and operational areas.

at the south reservoir site on valves and vaults to make it possible to isolate each reservoir for maintenance.

• Another major investment will be the replacement of well No. 2, which will help maintain and strengthen service reliability.

Bringing well No. 2 online would provide three primary wells in the event of a well failure. A well failure last summer that resulted in a “curtailment shutdown” on all irrigation in some Sunriver neighborhoods to ensure there was adequate

• Owner priorities for selected future SROA projects.

• Owner use and evaluations with Sunriver’s facilities, amenities and infrastructure (both SROA and non-SROA areas).

• Owner sources of information about activities, events and news.

To view the survey, go to the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org. From the main menu bar, go to Documents & Forms > Documents > Governing Documents. The survey is in the box in the left column of the web page. A single, printed copy is also available at the SROA admin office for owners to stop by and read.

drinking water supply.

Copies of the rate increase request application, testimony and exhibits are available at www.sunriverwater.com/waterrates/ or contact Sunriver Water General Manager Spencer Mitchell at 541-593-4197 or email smitchell@sunriverutilities.com. Customers may also request to receive notifications of the time and place of any hearing on this matter by contacting the PUC’s Administrative Hearings Division at 503-378-6678.

FireFree disposal dates

Property owners can dispose of their yard debris for free at the following locations during FireFree days. Clean up your property and help to be more resistant in the event of fire.

• Sunriver Environmental (Lake Penhollow off Cottonwood Road): May 3-4, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• La Pine Transfer Station: May 31-June 8, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Sundays)

• Knott Landfill Bend: May 3-13, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Acceptable materials include grass clippings, brush, plant clippings, pine needles, pinecones, weeds, trimmings and branches, stumps and trees (no larger than 12 inches in diameter).

Unacceptable materials include sod, dirt, rocks, lumber, trash or plastics of any kind, including plastic bags, stumps or trees larger than 12 inches in diameter.

Own over an acre–180 feet–of prime riverfront on the Big Deschutes River. This home features single-story living, with a bonus room over the garage. The fenced property boasts a 20'x20' dock and Trex deck.

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This Forestbrook Aspen floor plan features a modern mountain experience with stunning water feature views. The attached studio residence can be occupied with or separately from the main home.

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A rare opportunity to purchase this .23 acre lot nestled on a private loop at Sunriver Resort. Build your dream home conveniently situated close to the SHARC swimming pool and 16 minutes to The Village at Sunriver.

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A meticulously crafted architectural masterpiece surrounded by nature, this residence is situated on .34 acres, capturing panoramoc views of the Sable Rock Park and ponds. Furnishings are included.

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This chic home encompasses two stories, located near Circle 4 of Sunrviver Resort. The home boasts two spacious primary suites, four Timbertech decks, a garage with workshop and enclosed storage.

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Experience the stunning interior and classic exterior of this beautifully remodeled home. Surrounded by natural beauty, the home is centrally located in the heart of Sunriver Resort and includes all new furnishings.

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Luxury meets modern comfort in this residence situated on a corner, west-facing homesite. The open floor plan features 3 ensuite bedrooms, a covered back patio and three-car garage.

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This home is situated on the 11th fairway of the Meadows Golf Course at Sunriver Resort. The residence features a wraparound deck with heated spa, located moments from SHARC, the Lodge and The Village at Sunriver.

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Spotlight On Sunriver Realty's Real Estate Professionals

A NOTE FROM TRENT STUTZMAN, MANAGING PRINCIPAL BROKER SUNRIVER REALTY

At Sunriver Realty, we are proud of our exceptional agents who possess extensive local knowledge and share a deep passion for the Sunriver community. In this special feature, we invite you to get to know five of our real estate professionals on a more personal level. Discover what drew them to Sunriver, what they love most about the area, and how their individual specialties can benefit you.

Our team's collective expertise and deep-rooted connection to Sunriver allow us to provide unparalleled service and support. We hope you enjoy getting to know our featured agents and invite you to reach out to any of our team members to discuss your Sunriver real estate needs.

Enjoy,

Trent Stutzman

What drew you to Sunriver and the surrounding area, and when did you decide to make it your home?

I was drawn to the Sunriver area mainly because it would be a quick drive up to Mt. Bachelor in the wintertime to ski. I decided to make it our home in December 2021 after viewing several homes all over Bend and the surrounding areas.

EMILY WHITE

I grew up coming to Sunriver and Central Oregon when I was a kid and enjoying vacations with my family. I am a native Oregonian coming from Eugene. When I decided to make Real Estate a career back in 2002, I decided the Central Oregon area was an upcoming and a special place to live! Since I have lived here, it has not disappointed me. This truly is a wonderful place to live and raise my family! I would not choose anywhere else!

KELLIE MCDONALD

I arrived in 1979 from the Reno/ Tahoe area for the opportunity to own and operate Sunriver Sports. Upon arriving and staying in one of the original Ranch Cabins, we immediately fell in love with this quaint, yet sophisticated mountain resort. The residents were so inclusive. We did not have family close by, so when we had our first-born son two years later, homeowner Theresa Bowerman, and then the Village proprietors gave us a baby shower to welcome us. My sons were born and raised in this loving community and spent all their days riding on the bike paths and enjoying the outdoors.

DEB MORTIMORE-LANE

I have been vacationing in Sunriver with my family since the late 70’s. In 1996 my job opened a new shop in Bend, I was one of 3 who relocated from Eugene to open that business – I moved to Sunriver! It had a feel of coming home!

AMY CAMPBELL

The natural beauty and endless recreation! I grew up on the East Coast and have always dreamed of living in the mountains. The area provides mountain town living with close access to luxuries of a city. I’ve called Bend my home since 2014, and continue to discover new ways to enjoy.

LINDSAY KUZARA

If you were telling someone who has never been to Sunriver about living here, what would you share with them?

Sunriver is a unique resort community with year-round outdoor activities. If you like to be outdoors, this is the place for you.

EMILY WHITE

Sunriver and Central Oregon are wonderful areas that I love calling my home! There are so many different activities to do, lots of entertainment, outdoor lifestyle, a sense of community, and an average of 290 days of sun every year! Let’s make this your home too!

KELLIE MCDONALD

If you desire quiet, nature, and a way to connect with your soul, come stay, and then you may possibly find you want to live here.

DEB MORTIMORE-LANE

Coming from Eugene in the Willamette Valley, one of the BEST things about Central Oregon is the SUN! The sun shines on average 300 days per year. Also, you have four true seasons. My favorite season is the Fall with long sunny days and the colors changing in the trees!

AMY CAMPBELL

If you could live anywhere, why not live where you like to vacation! Sunriver provides 4 seasons of adventure and enjoyment, with a true sense of community. My favorite thing about Sunriver is there really is something for every age, at every adventure-level to enjoy. From cross-country skiing on neighborhood trails, to down-hill mountain biking at Mt. Bachelor, or an evening on the patio catching sunsets with family and friends: you can do it all in Sunriver.

LINDSAY KUZARA

What do you enjoy doing in your free time to take advantage of all that Sunriver has to offer?

Golf, ski, cross country ski, float the river, and go on nature walks with my dog around the area. I also frequent local businesses and restaurants in an effort to meet locals in the community.

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I enjoy the outdoor lifestyle that Central Oregon has to offer. I love camping, hiking, skiing, swimming, floating the river, biking and so much more! The best part is that I get to raise my family in this wonderful area and enjoy all the amenities this area has to offer!

KELLIE MCDONALD

Walking and riding bikes on the paths along the beautiful Deschutes River, enjoying all that Mt Bachelor and the Cascade Lakes have to offer.

DEB MORTIMORE-LANE

Sunriver has so much to offer in all seasons. I grew up swimming and bike riding in the summer and skiing in the winter. My kids all learned to swim here at the South Pool. Golf is also a favorite activity, and we have courses for all levels. If you are looking for a place where taking a simple walk can find you with beautiful scenery and wildlife siting’s or a hike that can take you to stunning panoramas, you can find that here! You can float the Deschutes river or spend a day at one of the thousand local lakes. You can enjoy a fabulous sunset or an impressive sunrise. If you are looking for the extreme, you can find that in mountain biking or at skiing at Mt. Bachelor. Feeling musical? You can find Sunriver Music Festival Series, casual live entertainment at the Sunriver Backyard or a concert at the Sunriver Amphitheater. Being outdoors with spectacular vistas makes me happy! The BEST part of living in Sunriver is that it truly offers something for everyone – it can be simple or complex!

AMY CAMPBELL

I enjoy spending my time outdoors with family and friends - snowboarding, mountain biking, climbing and exploring lakes and new trails - anything with a sense of adventure!

LINDSAY KUZARA

What sets Sunriver apart from other communities, and why do you believe it's such a special place?

The hot summers and cold winters help us stay outdoors no matter what the weather is like. I noticed Sunriver was a special place because everyone seemed so happy to be here and said hello. You don't see that type of behavior from strangers in most cities.

EMILY WHITE

I think Sunriver is a special place because it has a sense of togetherness here. Many Friends and families come year after year, generation after generation and that makes Sunriver unique that it continues to be a special place with all it has to offer.

KELLIE MCDONALD

We care about the environment, its animal inhabitants and its people. The solitude and beauty make this a special place.

DEB MORTIMORE-LANE

Sunriver is a special place and I have a multitude of firsthand experiences dating back from my childhood that let me know in my heart that Sunriver is special and unique. With my experiences I can relate to a community member who has lived here for 40 plus years or for guests who are visiting for the first time and all those in-between. I love to talk with clients that have memories of when they came here as a child and now are looking to purchase a place to begin making memories with their families. Sunriver is about legacy and building memories to cherish. Sunriver is a place to come HOME!

AMY CAMPBELL

The joy we see in residents and visitors truly says it all. You feel the magic that makes Sunriver communities so special. The towering ponderosas and natural landscape that surround the homes and the amenity offerings create a destination like no other. The newly expanded amenities at Caldera Springs provide a luxurious and exhilarating resort experience in your backyard.

LINDSAY KUZARA

What unique skills, knowledge, or experiences do you bring to the table that make you an ideal real estate professional for someone looking to buy or sell a home in Sunriver?

I have been working in customer service and sales for 30 years. I am consistently prospecting and closing sales.

EMILY WHITE

I always enjoy meeting new people! I really like getting to know them and really trying to figure out what their needs are. I have 20 plus years of working at Sunriver Realty. I have so much knowledge of the area and can be trusted when it comes to leading a buyer or seller in the right direction. You can always count on me!

KELLIE MCDONALD

My ability to listen, really listen to your needs, and then with years of experience, translate this to find the perfect home for you and your family. When it’s time to move into another chapter, I am patient and work with you every step of the way, deciding how to prepare your home for todays market.

DEB MORTIMORE-LANE

I have a ton of personal experience that makes me uniquely knowledgeable to Sunriver. As a Eugene native, I grew up vacationing here in Sunriver since the late 1970’s. I relocated from Eugene to Sunriver and began working for the Sunriver Resort in 1996 in Food & Beverage. This experience gives me a different and valuable perspective of the Sunriver Resort and just how special it is for so many people not only those living in the community but also the guests that come to visit – many year after year! My roots run deep as this is where my husband and I chose to get married. Our wedding was held at the Great Hall, Sunriver in 1999. I got my Real Estate license in 2007 and I continued to work at Crosswater. I have been a full-time realtor for over 13 years now and have continued to grow my expertise and comprehensive understanding in and of Sunriver and the surrounding areas.

AMY CAMPBELL

As a member of the Caldera Springs team at Sunriver Realty, we have a combined 40 years of experience working with new construction, vacant land and resale homes. Working with Buyers and Sellers exclusively in Caldera Springs, we understand all elements of the community and deliver with trust, honesty and commitment.

LINDSAY KUZARA

Notice of Neighborhood Meeting

In accordance with SROA Design Committee Manual of Rules and Procedures, a neighborhood meeting will be held to present the proposed development of:

Sunriver Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade

Biosolids Handling Improvements

57850 West Cascade Road, Sunriver

MEETING INFORMATION:

June 5, 10am to Noon

SHARC Dillon Hall

The purpose of this meeting is to provide conceptual plans and information and receive community input from those interested. Your attendance and participation are welcome.

The project owner can only submit an application to the Design Committee after conducting this required Neighborhood Meeting. This project will also be processed publically through the Deschutes County Planning Department before SROA’s Design Committee considers a Final Review.

For further information, contact Jim Frost, 541-480-2178

‘A Night with the Girls;’ Kids Drama Camp

By Janet Grant

Sunriver Stars Community Theater (SSCT) invites community members to its spring production of “A Night with the Girls: A Golden Girls Parody,” directed by Ginger Emrick and Lauren Kristy.

The show will be presented as a live studio recording of the iconic television sitcom May 31 and June 1-2 at The Door Three Rivers, 56885 Enterprise Drive in the Sunriver Business Park.

“We are excited to bring something to the Sunriver Stars community that has never been done before,” Emrick said. “The audience will be transported back in time to join us in our TV studio set for an interactive live filming. Plus, get your Golden Girls garb ready for our Saturday night costume contest.”

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Sunriver Christian Fellowship hosts spaghetti feed

Remember the community potlucks and the fun conversation and great food?

Please join us for a day of good food, good friends, and a welcome spirit.

Sunriver Christian Fellowship invites the community to a spaghetti feed on Sunday, May 19 in its new fellowship hall. There will be two seatings – one at noon and one at 5 p.m. The menu includes spaghetti, salad, bread, cookies, coffee and water.

An RSVP will be required as seating each time is limited. To RSVP, send an email to spaghetti@sunriverchristianfellowship.org and include your name, the number in your party, and also which time you want to attend. Donations will be accepted.

“As coordinators of this event, Barbara Purcell and I are

hoping to embark on an annual gathering of friends, family and members of the Sunriver community,” SCF member Jenny Long said.

SCF has recently completed a renovation of its new building.

The congregation is looking forward to hosting community

the characters as well as the real-life actors, with between scenes banter, backstage antics and crew sharing the spotlight.

Audience members will even have the opportunity to interact with a preshow comedian as well as applause signs.

Refreshments will be available for purchase one hour before show time. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 and younger. Purchases can be made at sunriverstars.org.

Attend Kids Drama Camp

Registration is open for SSCT’s sixth annual Kids Drama Camp, noon to 4 p.m. June 24-28 at The Door.

The camp is open to children ages 5-12 with a new teen program (up to age 19) for those wanting to hone their skills in sound, lighting and scriptwriting.

Children will learn various

elements of performing arts in this year’s circus-themed program, with an end-of-week parent showcase and reception. More information and sign-up forms can be found at sunriverstars.org.

Become a board member/ volunteer

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, SSCT is run by a board of directors which remains an integral part of its success.

The Stars would like to invite theater enthusiasts to take part in the planning and maintaining of this community service by applying to join its board.

To apply, please email info@ sunriverstars.org. More information may be found at sunriverstars.org. Follow SSCT on facebook.com/ sunriverstarscommunitytheater and Instagram @sunriverstars communitytheater.

Police to host document shred and drug disposal event

The Sunriver Police Department will sponsor its annual shred documents and prescription medication drop-off day from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 15 in the front parking lot of the police department, 57455 Abbot Drive.

SecureShred will collect and shred personal documents.

This free event is intended for personal residential document shredding and prescription drug disposal only.

Drug disposal and document shred event

When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14

Where: Parking lot of the Sunriver Police Station, 57455 Abbot Drive.

What: Community members can safely dispose of documents and unused prescription medicines.

events and creating an inviting space for people to gather.

Sunriver Christian Fellowship is located at 18139 Cottonwood Road, across from the north store.

Come and share a taste of Sunriver’s hospitality. All are welcome.

It is not for business or company disposal.

There is no need for advance document sorting as shredding equipment can destroy paperwork with paperclips and staples attached.

File folders (not plastic) also may be shredded.

Please black out your name or remove the labels from prescription bottles that contain medication before bringing them to the event.

Sunriver Police officers will be accepting donations of nonperishable food to benefit a local nonprofit organization.

Deschutes Land Trust launches Nature Kids and free hike series

Now through October, Deschutes Land Trust volunteer naturalists will lead nearly 100 free walks, hikes and family outings at various Land Trust protected lands throughout Central Oregon.

Participants can explore birds, wildflowers or geology while enjoying the great outdoors.

New this year is a series of outings for families – “Nature Kids.”

Nature Kids outings are guided family nature walks just for families with kids who are 5

to 10 years old.

With topics from birds to trees, teddy bears and bees, kids and their parents will have a great time with the Land Trust’s amazing leader.

Get outside, explore the nature of Central Oregon, meet other families and have fun. Hikes will be offered on the second Wednesday (early release day) and last Saturday of the month at Land Trust Preserves and in Bend.

Nature Kids, however, is the tip of the iceberg.

The Land Trust hosts nearly

100 Walks + Hikes, which are a variety of distances with diverse topics.

Short bird walks catch spring migrations while exploring birding hot spots like Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

Longer, full-day hikes explore blooming wildflowers or the geology of Central Oregon. Families with children will delight in a roster of pint-size hikes dedicated to birds, butterflies, and more.

Land Trust Walks + Hikes are led by skilled volunteer naturalists who delight in sharing

the natural world with others. Join them to explore new trails, observe migrating songbirds, or delight in spring wildflowers.

All Walks + Hikes are free.

Group size is small to give attendees the best experience possible.

Registration for each outing opens one month prior to the outing and can be done online any time of day or night. Once registered, detailed directions for the outing will be provided. Find the full schedule online at deschuteslandtrust. org/hikes.

Kickoff summer fun at Kids’ Day in The Village at Sunriver on May 25

Celebrate Memorial Day

w eekend in The Village at Sunriver with fun family activities during Kids’ Day in May on Saturday, May 25.

This event is presented by Alpine Entertainment, with proceeds supporting local nonprofit organizations in south Deschutes County.

The annual Kids’ Day in May event brings fun and games suitable for all ages.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes numerous games and activities.

Visit the petting zoo to get up close with your favorite animal, then jump to your heart’s content on the inflatable bounce houses.

Experience the challenge of a rock wall or power jump, then refuel with some tasty food or

Kids’ Day in May

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, May 25

Where: The Village at Sunriver

What: Fun and games for all ages from a petting zoo to bounce house

Visit: www.villageatsunriver. com for information

sweet treats at one of the many restaurants.

Don’t forget to visit with Sunriver’s firefighters and police force to view their service vehicles and learn more about their jobs.

All activities and offerings are subject to change due to weather, staffing or other unforeseen circumstances.

For information, visit www. villageatsunriver.com.

Kids’ Day in May is one of the many activities at The Village at Sunriver.

Women’s safety class, presented by Sunriver Police and Fire Foundation

If Sunriver Police Corporal

Elizabeth Lawrence could tell women to do just one thing to improve their safety wherever they are, it would be to have situational awareness.

That’s one thing she will be teaching at a Women’s Safety Class from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 25 at Sunriver Resort.

Lawrence’s training and background make her uniquely qualified to teach the essential ways women can better protect themselves.

The training focuses on situational awareness, social media risks and safety, learning about target zones and understanding Oregon law regarding personal protection devices and defense weapons.

This course is presented by Sunriver Police and Fire Foundation and is generously sponsored by Sunriver Resort and First American Title.

Women aged 16 and up are welcome to attend. A donation of $20 is requested.

Spaces are limited and spaces can be reserved by emailing ddishaw1@earthlink.net.

This is not a “hands-on” class, so it is suitable for women

Women’s Safety Class

A $20 donation is requested.

When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 25

Where: Sunriver Resort

Email : ddishaw1@ earthlink.net to register

of any physical condition or mobility level.

Having taught hundreds of women in her career, Lawrence sees the benefit of women-only self-defense and safety classes taught by a woman.

“In my experience, women in the community want to have a female instructor who they can relate to, in a class where they won’t be judged or be too embarrassed to ask questions. You don’t have to be a police officer to be a strong, confident person.

Pathway to becoming a police officer

A Bend native, Lawrence grew up in Bend at a time when the smell of pine infused the air, and the lumber mill whistles told residents when to eat lunch

and when to go home.

She’s known since she was 13 years old that she wanted to be a police officer and followed her dream through college, graduating from Western Oregon State with a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement and a minor in business.

“At that time, it was really hard for women to get hired in law-enforcement,” Lawrence said.

Although she tried for police opportunities throughout the state and was put on a few waitlists, she didn’t get hired. Deciding to use the business

Mandatory boater education exams required for boat operators

The Deschutes County Sheriff ’s Office Marine Unit announced the return of its free mandatory Boater Education card proctored examination, as well as a preseason opportunity to have your motorized boat inspected.

Oregon law requires Oregon

residents 16 years of age and older who operate powered boats of more than 10 horsepower to obtain their Mandatory Boater Education card.

Failure to have a card under the above conditions might result in a $142 fine.

This card is not a license to

operate a boat, as there is no such requirement in Oregon. Once boaters receives their card, it never has to be renewed.

There is a one-time $20 cost to receive your card and duplicate cards are available for $16.

Boat operators can access the testing material and take the test online through the Oregon State Marine Board website, but there is generally a fee associated with the test and receiving a certificate.

Exam participants will be shown an informational video

prior to the proctored examination and will have an opportunity to ask questions.

Additional exam preparation material can be found on the Oregon State Marine Board web site under “Study Guide.”

A 75-question multiple choice test will be given and a minimum score of 70% is needed to pass. The tests are graded upon completion. Necessary paperwork and information on how to receive their card from the Oregon State Marine Board will be

portion of her college degree, she worked at TRW Space and Defense for several years, eventually moving over to the security side of the company. After five years at TRW, her chance came to join the Bend Police Department, where she went on to serve her community for 30 years.

“I had a supervisor in the department who believed in me and supported my goals. I was one of the first women to teach defensive tactics and confrontational simulation, taser and baton in the area. I was the first female motor officer in Central Oregon. I worked narcotics as the first cross-designated DEA Task Force Officer with the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement team for five years,” she said. Lawrence also has extensive experience with people in crisis.

“In 2015, then-Chief of Police Jim Porter asked me to develop a behavioral health unit at Bend PD. He named the unit the Community Response Team.We had three specially trained officers and an embedded social worker from Deschutes County and we responded to crisis calls for service,” she shared.

16 and older

given after passing the exam. Class dates are May 11, June 8, July 13 and Aug. 24. All exams run from 9 a.m. to noon, and are held at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, 63333 Hwy 20 West in Bend. There is no sign up or registration for the exam, but please arrive a few minutes prior to the start of the class to check in. For information, visit www. sheriff.deschutes.org, or boated.com/oregon/ or contact the sheriff’s office at 541-3886501.

Sunriver Police Cpl. Elizabeth Lawrence will teach a women’s safety class at Sunriver Resort in May.

Spring prescribed burning season planned, including near Sunriver

Deschutes National Forest firefighters started spring prescribed burning in mid-April.

The Deschutes National Forest may accomplish up to an estimated 11,000 acres of prescribed burning, including up to an estimated 7,000 acres on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District, 1,271 acres on the Crescent Ranger District and 2,942 acres on the Sisters Ranger District.

Prescribed burns are slated for the following areas:

• Sunriver: east of Sunriver on the west and east sides of Highway 97 near the South Century Drive interchange and along the south side of South Century Drive leading into Sunriver from Highway 97. Please maps available at https://centraloregonfire.org on specific locations.

• Bend: West of Bend adjacent to the Cascade Lakes Highway, Forest Service Road (FSR) 41 and the Deschutes River; and southeast of Bend near the FSR 18 and 25 junction and on the northern portions of Pine Mountain,

• La Pine: Northeast of La Pine along the north and south sides of Paulina Lake Road; east of La Pine near Fox Butte; and southeast of La Pine adjacent to Highway 31,

• Crescent: South of the Two Rivers subdivision and west of Highway 97; south of Crescent, east and west of Highway 97 and north of Highway 58,

• Sisters: North of Sisters on the east and west sides of Highway 20 just south of Indian Ford Campground; within the Metolius Basin including along the eastern side of Forest Service Road 14 and just north of the Camp Sherman on the eastern side of FSR 14; and generally west of Sisters.

Firefighters implement understory prescribed burning to reduce wildfire risk to communities. Prescribed burning

reintroduces and maintains fire within our fire-dependent ecosystem by removing concentrations of vegetation and restoring forest health while increasing public and firefighter safety.

Once firefighters ignite prescribed burns, they monitor and patrol the units until they declare the burn out.

Prescribed burns, which are primarily conducted in spring and fall, are carefully planned and implemented under specific conditions of temperature, wind, humidity and vegetation moisture.

Firefighters work with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Oregon Department of Forestry smoke forecasters to identify conditions that will minimize smoke impacts on people and communities.

While prescribed fire managers take significant preventive measures, it’s likely that communities may experience some smoke during or immediately after a prescribed burn.

Most smoke impacts occur during the night and early morning hours.

For more information on prescribed burning and smoke preparedness in Central Oregon, visit centraloregonfire. org/ and for information specific to the Deschutes National Forest visit www.fs.usda.gov/ deschutes. Visit centraloregonfire.org/prescribed-fire-smokeplans/ to view an interactive map with planned burn locations. Text “COFIRE” to 888-777 to receive prescribed burn and wildfire text alerts. Follow along on X/Twitter @ CentralORFire.

This work is occurring within the Central Oregon Landscape, one of 21 focal landscapes identified within the Forest Service’s Wildfire Crisis Strategy.

The implementation of this work supports the Deschutes

National Forest’s commitment to addressing the Wildfire Crisis Strategy which aims to reduce severity of wildfires, protect communities, and improve the health and resiliency of fire-dependent forests.

Your local public health departments serving Central Oregon (Deschutes, Jefferson and Klamath counties) have resources to help protect our community from smoke.

The start of prescribed burn season brings potential for smoke in and around homes and communities.

While prescribed burns are a key tool to protect the community, smoke from prescribed burns can reduce air quality and harm health.

Local public health departments in Deschutes, Jefferson and Klamath counties offer easy ways for you to recognize and protect yourself from poor air quality that may result from prescribed burns this spring.

It is a good time to get ready now, before wildfire season begins as smoke impacts could happen at any time.

“Smoke from prescribed fires and wildfires contains fine particles that can cause respiratory symptoms when you inhale smoky air. People at the highest risk for developing smoke-related illness are those with chronic lung or heart conditions, older adults, and children,” said Dr. Richard Fawcett, Deschutes

County Health Officer.

“People with asthma or other lung conditions should keep their medications on hand and contact their medical provider should they develop persistent or more frequent respiratory symptoms.”

“We know people are concerned about smoke in their environment,” said Jennifer Little, director of Klamath County Public Health. “That’s why we have a GIS map on our website to indicate where prescribed burns are happening that might affect Klamath County.”

The map can be found at www.klamathcounty. org/1243/AQI-Air-Conditions. It provides a visual representation of where fires are occurring and the current air quality index.

Public Health suggests people take the following steps to avoid breathing problems or other symptoms when smoke is present from prescribed burns or wildfires:

• The number one recommendation for everyone is to limit your exposure to wildfire smoke. Older adults, young children, and people with heart or lung conditions are more sensitive to smoke.

• During prescribed burn season, be sure to close your windows at night, as highest concentrations of smoke tend to occur overnight and during

the early morning hours.

• Check the current air quality for your area at www.fire. airnow.gov/. Avoid areas with highest smoke levels (AQI 150+).

• Avoid strenuous outdoor activity when smoke is heavy. Use the air quality index to decide whether outside activities are safe for you and your family: https://www.airnow. gov/aqi/aqi-basics/.

• Stay indoors with windows and doors closed when smoke is heaviest. Use a filter in your heating and cooling system that removes fine particles.

• Building a box fan filter is an affordable and effective way to keep indoor air clean: https:// vimeo.com/454191902.

• Visit www.211info.org to see when and where cleaner indoor air spaces are available to the public.

• Try to avoid driving in smoky areas. If you need to drive in these areas, keep your windows rolled up and vents closed. Set the air conditioning on “re-circulate.” This will avoid bringing smoke into your car.

• If you must be outside in heavy smoke, consider wearing a NIOSH-approved, N95 mask.

• For more information about how to protect your health from smoke, visit: https://centraloregonfire.org/ protect-your-health/

Powerhouse writers John Bruning and Craig Johnson to visit

By Deon Stonehouse

Author John Brunning will presents “Fifty-Three Days on Starvation Island” at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 18.

Register to attend the free event by emailing sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks.com.

There will be refreshments and drawings for prizes.

Brunning is a wizard at writing fascinating histories with the vividness of a thriller while packing in the historic details.

His books “Indestructible” and “Race of Aces” both share stories of the heroism and sacrifice of people who should not be forgotten.

In “Fifty-Three Days on Starvation Island,” Brunning documents a pivotal point in WWII, the Battle of the Midway and the U.S. Marines fight for Guadalcanal, nicknamed Starvation Island. The Japanese were using the island to block supply lines to U.S. troops, and they had to be stopped.

Capt. Marlon Carl, an Oregon farm boy, was one of the few survivors of the Battle of Midway, most of the pilots in that fight perished. Marlon would continue the fight, despite knowing that a WWII pilot’s life expectancy in the Pacific Theater was measured

in hours, not years. Major John L. Smith was tasked with leading young, inexperienced pilots into battle. Major Richard Mangrum had a family he adored in Seattle, but he put his life on the line every time he went into the air.

American pilots had meager flight training when they climbed in the cockpit to fly into battle. The Japanese pilots were battle hardened, experienced, and from a culture that did not forgive defeat. Even the aircraft was stacked against the Marines, the Japanese Zeroes were significantly superior. The U.S. didn’t have many planes,

and the ones it did have were not competitive in battle. New planes were being built, but until then American pilots were at a significant disadvantage. This is an incredible story that should not be forgotten!

Author Craig Johnson returns to Sunriver at 5 p.m. Friday, May 31 to present his new novel, “First Frost.”

If you would like to attend his presentation, pre-purchase a copy of his book from Sunriver Books to receive a ticket.

Sunriver Books has the pleasure once again of welcoming Johnson who will discuss “First

Frost,” the latest in his Sheriff Walt Longmire series and the inspiration for the hit television show, “The Longmire” series. A New York Times bestselling author, Johnson entertains audiences with his humor, insight and of course, writing. He is a loyal friend to Sunriver Books, and we are grateful to him for honoring us with entertaining presentations on the Longmire series. Over the years, the books have won a plethora of awards and devoted readers. Johnson’s support means the world to us, we are thankful for his generosity in fitting us into a whirlwind tour.

Every new Longmire novel is a chance to catch up with Walt, Henry Standing Bear, Vic and the gang. They come to feel like good friends, we want to know what is happening in their lives. Wyoming with its big sky, mountains, and lonesome beauty is a place that feels lost to time, as if you could see horsemen riding along the ridges, and, in fact, sometimes you can.

Attempting to clean Walt’s basement of old items, Vic discovers a surfboard and senses there is a story. Her inquiry

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Sunriver Resort Hiring Fair

Authors John Bruning and Craig Johnson will present their books at individual events in Sunriver.

Mystery and fiction book clubs welcome everyone to read May books

By Deon Stonehouse

Book clubs are a great way to meet other enthusiastic readers and enjoy a lively discussion about books!

In May, Sunriver Books has a special treat.

The Mystery Book Club will discuss Craig Johnson’s “The Longmire Defense.”

On May 31, Johnson will give a presentation on his new book, “First Frost.”

Book clubs meet Mondays via Zoom at 6 p.m. and in-person at 4:30.

Everyone is welcome. Email sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks. com to register to attend a discussion, and I will send the discussion notes the Sunday prior to the book club meeting. Mystery Book Club

The Mystery Book Club members will discuss “The Longmire Defense,” at 6 p.m. Monday, May 6 via Zoom and at 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 13 at the bookstore.

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starts Walt on a trip down memory lane when he used to surf the California beaches while attending college.

In 1964, Walt and Henry Standing Bear graduated from college, ending their draft deferment.

They are notified they will be traveling to Vietnam, compliments of Uncle Sam. Walt will be inducted in Parris Island, South Carolina, and Henry Standing Bear is going to Fort Polk, Louisiana.

Planning to drive across country in Walt’s old farm truck, sort of a last hurrah of freedom before heading to a

unaware of Wyoming’s long snow season.

She drives into a snow bank, unable to move her car. She leaves the car to find cell service and becomes lost.

Walt and Vic drive to the area they suspect the wandering motorist may have gone astray and begin searching.

In so doing, Walt discovers

jungle where the return ticket is uncertain, they spend their last day surfing, undeterred by the temper tantrum Mother Nature is throwing in the ocean.

It is wild weather, as the storm-tossed seas roil, a boat succumbs to the battering by capsizing and hurling the occupants overboard.

Without hesitation, Henry Standing Bear and Walt do what they always do, meet danger head on and try their hardest to rescue those in trouble.

By the time the authorities and EMTs arrive, Walt and Henry are wet and tired.

The boat was carrying illegal cargo, substances dangerous people will be upset about losing.

The next day they head east,

evidence of a crime committed 50 years ago.

There is no statute of limitation on murder, and one of the suspects is Walt’s grandfather, Lloyd Longmire.

Lloyd was a strong, stern man with high standards.

Walt and his grandfather were a bit like oil and water, not a great combination.

intent on crossing the country and hopefully having a good time.

What are the odds they will make it all the way to their destination without trouble and danger?

Not good, not good at all. It doesn’t take them long to find a dark puzzle in a strange place.

In the current day, Sheriff Walt Longmire is the subject of a hearing over the deadly

Walt is not going to let this investigation go unsolved.

He is determined to find out who killed a man in the Wyoming wilderness many years ago.

He is not deterred by the fact that after half a century, the number of people alive to be prosecuted, including his grandfather, are zilch.

The minute Walt starts making inquiries, people who are not disinclined to use lethal means to put an end to the investigation, start getting riled up fast.

Walt’s grandfather was an interesting man, the choices he made and the ranch he left to his son make for great reading. Prepare yourself for surprises, fast action, and a new character I hope we see again.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Club members will discuss “Trackers” by Charles Frazier at 6 p.m. Monday, May 20 via Zoom and 4:30 p.m. Monday, May

incidents in “The Longmire Defense.” Walt angered some extremely greedy, powerful people who like their secrets, prestige and wealth to be undisturbed, and boy howdy did he ever disturb them!

They are not at all resigned to suffering the outcome. Walt will have to be on his game to thwart their aims.

It is fun reading about Walt and Henry Standing Bear as

27 at the bookstore.

The story is set during the Great Depression when a young artist, Valentine Welch is given a commission by the WPO to paint a mural on the post office wall in Dawes, Wyoming.

John Long, a wealthy art collector, former World War I sniper, and aspiring politician, offers to host the young painter at his ranch.

When his young wife Eva absconds with a painting and her secrets, Valentine agrees to go after her.

The story travels throughout the United States, from north to south, east to west painting a picture of life in the U.S during hard times, as Eva runs from both her past and her present. Frazier is best known for “Cold Mountain.”

Sunriver Books & Music is in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www.sunriverbooks. com for more information.

young men, just starting out, with Walt already showing the strong sense of justice that will make him an excellent lawman and his flat-out refusal to leave questions unanswered that will make him a great investigator, if it doesn’t kill him first. Sunriver Books & Music is in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www.sunriverbooks. com for more information.

Whether you live in Sunriver or San Jose de Cabo, you can participate in the Sunriver Books’ book club events.

The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on April 18, 2024. Board members present: Jim Fister, John Shoemaker, John Ralston, Gerhard Beenen, Tony De Alicante and Denney Kelley. Absent: Bill Hepburn.

SSD staff present: Police Chief Steven Lopez, Fire Chief Bill Boos, Capt. Tory Kornblum and administrator Mindy Holliday.

Public input

-Debbie Baker reviewed the SSD’s proposed budget and was pleased to see more funds going into reserves and the increase in the millage tax. She noted that even although things look good in this next fiscal year she cautioned the board needs to remain proactive and not neglect the budget in future years.

Consent Agenda

–Approved March 14, 2024 regular SSD board meeting minutes.

–Approved March 19, 2024 special SSD board meeting minutes.

–Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of $6,024.13.

Sunriver Service District board monthly meeting summary

Old business

–Public safety building update: Construction is moving along on time and on budget. All exterior work at this time is in preparation of concrete and asphalt coming for sidewalks, parking lot, etc. This will result in a closure of the Abbot Drive entrance into SROA admin, fire and police for about 10 days starting in early June.

–Approved March public safety building funding requests in the amount of $658,020.71.

–Approved a not-to-exceed amount of $4,560 and $820 contingency to conduct a public safety building reserve study.

–Reviewed the monthly public safety building memo to be sent to the Deschutes County Commissioners.

–Approved Resolution 2024007 regarding recognition and memorialization of volunteers and their contributions to the Sunriver Service District.

In turn, the board approved the dedication of the conference/meeting space in the new public safety building as “Seator Hall” in honor of former SSD board member and long-time Citizen Patrol volunteer and Sunriver resident Doug Seator.

–Discussions continue on the update to the Deschutes County/Sunriver Service District Management Agreement. The latest agreement has no SROA Board representation on the SSD Board, which some members of both boards feel is not a wise move.

–The update to the SSD’s Strategic Plan was on hold but will start up again and work on owner engagement and input. Completion is expected in the fall.

New business

–Approved a non-competitive, sole-source procurement of license plate readers to be installed at Sunriver’s Cottonwood and South Century drive entrances.

The readers will only capture the license plate, not images of people, etc. Should a particular license plate be associated with

something such as an Amber Alert or a crime, the police would be notified that the vehicle with that plate entered and/or exited the community.

The readers will be executed starting July 1 and will be a year-long pilot program.

–Approved Resolution 2024004 for the new district administrator job description and wage scale.

–Approved Resolution 2024005 appointing Mindy Holliday as district administrator.

–Approved Resolution 2024006 for executive assistant job descriptions and wage scale.

–Tabled proposal for executive assistant wage scales and 7% COLA increase effective May 1. More information was required and will be brought back to the SSD’s May board meeting.

–Approved FY 2024/25 operating budget (715 account).

partment, which included 21 EMS calls, 4 hazmat/natural gas leaks, 2 structure fires and 2 motor vehicle crashes.

–A conditional job offer was extended for a firefighter/paramedic following a background check. Start date could potentially be in May or June.

–Met with SROA staff and a representative from the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office about educational and outreach opportunities related to defensible space.

–Met with property management rental agencies about evacuation routes.

–Approved FY 2024/25 reserve budget (716 account).

–Approved FY 2024/25 public safety building budget (717 account).

–Updated the board on SSD insurance and accounting firm bids.

–Approved March 2024 unaudited financials.

Chief reports Fire

–In March, there were 45 calls for the Sunriver Fire De-

–Responded to a residential structure fire due to a faulty pool pump. The fire was contained to the pump closet.

–Monthly training included wildland fire investigation, ventilation and active threat.

Police

–In March, the Sunriver Police Department received 547 calls for service, 36 of which were emergencies. Officers investigated 34 cases, responded to 32 suspicious/prowler calls, made 98 security checks, 5

Take these simple steps to protect your property

By Jim Bennett

Does it matter?

You bet!

Now you are probably wondering what matters, right?

I’m talking about wildfire prevention and the importance of preparing our homes for the hot and dry season when we are at risk for potentially devastating wildfires.

Sadly, there are many examples nationwide of wildland and wildland interface fires (the area in which wildlands, homes and businesses intersect with forest).

Just a quick internet search will bring back memories of some communities, not far away from us, that witnessed the incredibly destructive and amazingly fast-moving effects of uncontrolled wildfires.

Fortunately, we have an incredible mix of prevention, preparedness and response partners in Sunriver.

The fire department’s direct partner within Sunriver is SROA.

The association has developed many rules and procedures which are critical to our forest health and fire prevention.

The Sunriver Fire Department’s partnership with the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office is an important strategic partner in helping the department develop preparedness strategies, connection to resources and messaging our community.

Our response partners are too many to mention, but our local fire agencies, Sunriver Police and state and federal fire agencies are invaluable.

All of these agencies from throughout Central Oregon and beyond are ready to respond when, and if, a need occurs here or anywhere else.

However, even with our countless other partners that we have in wildfire prevention and response, our most foundational support is you, our community members.

Our community is a mix of full-time and part-time residents as well as all of the wonderful visitors who get to experience our slice of paradise for short glimpses.

One of the many things we all

share is a responsibility in preventing wildfire in our beautiful community.

For our visitors, it is straightforward and doesn’t take a lot of physical effort or time.

It is the “small” things that can be the difference between a fire-free summer and a disaster.

If visiting, enjoy your time here, we welcome you and appreciate you being here, help keep us all safe by familiarizing yourself with our fire-prevention and emergency information:

• Go to www.sunriveremergencyinfo.com and learn about our emergency notifications, evacuation plan and important preparedness information.

• Follow the rules established by SROA for everyone’s safety. There are no charcoal or wood fires or charcoal barbecues allowed. There is no smoking

allowed, other than on private property, in vehicles or in a designated area. Likewise, there are no fireworks allowed in our community.

• Report any indications of uncontrolled fire as soon as possible so that emergency services can respond and evaluate.

• Learn more at SROA’s rules and regulations site www.sunriverowners.org/community/ rules-public-safety.

For our residents and community organizations, May is the month for getting your properties ready. SROA has developed an outstanding property assessment program where each year they visit about half of the properties in our community to provide you feedback with fire safety concerns and assist you in identifying non-compliance issues.

Sunriver Police Log

Selected log entries collected by the Scene

BAC = Blood Alcohol Content

DCJ = Deschutes County Jail

DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office

DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants

DWS = Driving While Suspended

FTA = Failure to Appear

GOA = Gone On Arrival

MIP =

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OSP = Oregon State Police

RP = Reporting Person

R&Rs = Rules & Regulations

SCMC =

SPD = Sunriver Police Department

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3-1 Sunriver Police made contact with a subject in a vehicle in the parking lot of the convenience store in the Sunriver Business Park. The subject had seven felony warrants for his arrest. The subject fled from law enforcement on foot from the scene.

3-2 Responded to a non-injury motor vehicle crash on Cottonwood Road and Silver Fir Lane.

3-5 Officers responded to a physical dispute at the gas station in the Sunriver Business Park. Officers were able to de-escalate the situation, and no charges were filed.

3-14 Police responded to an assault which occurred on Cardinal Landing Lane near Thrush Lane. The suspect, claiming to have firearms, barricaded himself inside an unoccupied residence. DCSO SWAT assisted in taking the suspect into custody after a seven-hour standoff.

3-16 A lost ID was turned in by Vacasa Rentals.

3-17 A subject was taken into custody following a DUII stop on Stellar Drive.

3-19 A domestic dispute occurred on Cultus Lane. An investigation was conducted but no arrests were made.

3-22 Responded to a dog bite incident on a pathway near River Road and Muir Lane.

3-23 Made a traffic stop on South Century Drive. The driver of the vehicle had three active arrest warrants and was DWS. Subsequently, the driver was taken into custody and lodged at the Deschutes County Jail.

3-23 Sunriver Police contacted a male in the Resort’s parking lot. The subject was issued a citation in lieu of custody for an outstanding warrant.

3-25 Sunriver Police responded to a domestic dispute on Aspen Lane. Following an investigation, it was determined there were no crimes committed.

3-27 Police responded to assist DCSO locate a suspect involved in a domestic dispute. The suspect was located using a drone.

3-27 Sunriver Police Department received an Oregon driver’s license found in the parking lot of the Sunriver Nature Center.

DUII, 27 registration/license violations, 11 parking issues and 31 citizen assists.

–20 applicants have applied for the department’s new Community Service Officer.

This will be a year-round, outward facing public engagement position that will also oversee summer Bike Patrol.

–There have been three external applicants for the open corporal position.

–Officers and staff attended various trainings including active threat, search warrant and public information officer.

–Officers responded to an assault that resulted in a man barricading himself in an unoccupied home.

Deschutes County SWAT was finally able to remove the man from the home without incident after seven hours.

A shelter in place order was implemented for residents within a quarter mile of the incident.

“This was an unusual call for Sunriver but not for law enforcement,” said Sunriver Police Chief Steve Lopez.

–Assisted Bend Police Department with an officer involved shooting.

–There were numerous arrests made related to DUIIs, driving while suspended and warrants.

CLEARWATER PAINTING

Doug Seator, left, has been honored for his long-time volunteerism to the Sunriver Service District. In his honor, the district has named the conference/meeting space that will be inside the new public safety building – ‘The Doug Seator Conference Center’ or, colloquially, ‘Seator Hall.’

–An officer had to deploy Narcan while transporting an arrest subject to jail. Narcan is used to revive/treat someone in an opioid overdose situation.

–Community events included participation in a local job fair, Central Oregon Women in Law Enforcement and Healing Hearts.

Administration

–Continued to gather information, update and access data for the FY 2024/25 budget. Prepared and gathered feedback from the board during a March 19 special meeting.

–Met with ADP to learn to utilize recruitment module to post job openings across multiple online platforms.

–Working with PERS to reconcile statements from previous months.

–Met with legal counsel on updates to the employee handbook.

–Continue to work with Deschutes County’s HR director to gather information on their health insurance plan.

–Met with Pacific Source Flexible Spending Account and HRS Veba representative to learn more about the program and benefits to employees.

–Met with SROA staff to learn more about the SAIF annual audit, which will take place next month.

–Working with Chief Boos to gather proposals for district insurance assessment.

–The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, May 16.

The meeting adjourned at 4:05 p.m.

Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www. sunriversd.org.

Construction continues on new fire/police facility

As April wrapped up, Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company and its trade partners began the exterior sitework and poured concrete for the mechanical/generator pad and curbs/bollards.

The generator was placed on its concrete pad, and exterior gates and fencing started going up. On the east apparatus bay, roofing was completed as well as the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in.

Drywall, taping and painting

were completed in the police station.

Looking ahead to the end of May, wood fencing and gates will be completed, as well as Shou Sugi Ban siding, site concrete work will continue and sidewalks are expected to be finished.

The north apparatus bay addition concrete slab is being prepped, poured and cured.

East apparatus bay drywall and painting is underway, as well as the police station and first stage of the fire station

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installation of the ceiling grid, ceiling tiles, casework and flooring.

A 24/7 construction camera is posted to show live images of the construction, which is accessible on the SSD website at www.sunriversd.org.

During construction, the fire department and Sunriver Service District administration offices have been relocated to the Sunriver Police Department.

If the offices are closed, be sure to pick up the red phone for assistance.

Did you know that if you have an active short-term rental, you are required to register your rental with the County, collect an 8% tax from occupants, and pay that 8% tax to Deschutes County? Owners contracting with a property management company are still required to register.

If you use a third-party booking service, such as Airbnb or VRBO, you are still required to submit reports to the County, even though they are collecting and paying the room tax for you.

Learn more by scanning the code or visiting the link below:

www.deschutes.org/vacationrentals

To request this information in an alternate format, please call (541) 388-6540 or send an email to taxoffice@deschutes.org.

Sunriver Chamber hosts second annual Sunriver Saturday Market

Sunriver Saturday Market on June 1 at SHARC

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce invites community members to the second annual Sunriver Saturday Market, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1 at SHARC, by the basketball court.

Shoppers are encouraged to ride their bikes or walk to the market. If driving, they can park in the SHARC parking lot.

The June 1 market vendors are:

Craft vendors : Lil Mama Megs Candles, AKA Jewelry, Crimson & Clover Permanent Jewelry Designs, Go Hive Yourself Photography, Houser House Creations, Jax Hats, Cooks Pottery, Mara Crochet Minis, Rachel Elise Art, Wyled Terra Jewelry, Bluebird Boutique and Almanilly Soaps.

Food and beverage vendors: Veggie Man of Bend, BRL Micro Gardening, Broadus Bees, Compassion Kombucha, Crumb Sourdough Micro Bakery, Curmuffin, Hello Darling Sweets, Oreganic Beef Co., The Crows Croft, Windy Acres Dairy and Creamery, Catman Cellars, Bonta Gelato, Slurp Soup Co., and The Royal Juice Co.

Pet vendors: Peaceful Pet Supplements

“We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors,” Sunriver Saturday Market manager Heather Sainsbury said. “Thank you to Sunriver Owners Association, Village Bar & Grill, The Fold Pizza Kitzen, Exit Realty and Visit Central Oregon.”

Sainsbury said the Sunriver Saturday Market is a boutique market with 28 vendors.

“Because we are a boutique market, you will find one person selling candles, bread, vegetables, honey and more. We have a few different jewelry makers and a potter,” she said. “The market was planned so shoppers can find items for a meal, a souvenir or a gift.”

The businesses are located within Central Oregon or Oregon.

“Most of our vendors have signed up to participate the entire season with a few doing one or two markets,” Sainsbury said. “Be sure to follow the market on social media to see who is attending each month.”

The market dates are Saturdays, June 1, July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7 and Oct. 5. The market is part of the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce’s mission to support local businesses.

Learn more about the Sunriver Saturday Market by signing up for the newsletter

at sunriversaturdaymarket@ gmail.com, visiting www.sunriverchamber.com or following the market on Instagram and Facebook.

Welcome new members

• Fly & Field Outfitters: The destination for anglers to visit when looking for fly fishing gear and guided services to lakes and rivers in Central Oregon.

Anglers and aspiring anglers are welcome to stop by and learn about the fishing reports, newest equipment and clothing, what’s causing fish to bite or book a guided tour.

Fly & Field’s goal is to create a lasting experience that will leave every client feeling that they are part of the family, whether in the shop or on the water.

With nearly two decades of experience, Fly & Field Outfitters owners and employees know to surround themselves with passionate, experienced and above all, honest folks who truly love what they do.

This “family” attitude is entrenched in every aspect of the business.

The shop is located at 56805

Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park and its Bend location is at 35 SW Century Drive.

For information, visit www. flyandfield.com or call 541318-1616.

• Kona Ice of Bend: Treat your taste buds to the most amazingly fine, flavored shaved ice this side of the islands.

The Kona Ice experience will amplify any event!

From our steel drum music to the signature Flavorwave® where guests can flavor their own shaved ice, Kona Ice of Bend guarantees to bring the fun, laughter and flavor.

Whether indoors or outdoors, Kona Ice of Bend can handle a whole variety of events including schools, corporations, daycares, summer programs, youth sports, picnics, weddings, and major sporting events and festivals.

Kona Ice of Bend also specializes in fundraising, so just show Kona Ice of Bend where to park and who to make the check out to.

Contact Kona Ice of Bend at bend@kona-ice.com, www.Kona-Ice.com or 458-202-1096.

• MountainStar Family Relief Nursery: Formed in 2001 in Bend, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery's mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect through community support and therapeutic services that help vulnerable children and families succeed.

MountainStar serves children and families in the tri-coun-

ty Central Oregon area of Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook counties.

Its relief nursery services include the Therapeutic Early Childhood Program with four age-specific Therapeutic Classrooms and Safety Net Program, which provides crisis intervention and ongoing services to high-risk families who are not enrolled in the TECP.

To further meet the needs of client families in crisis, over the years it added regular child assessments, home visitations, transportation services, emergency food boxes, essential supplies, services for limited English-speaking families, and mental health services.

It opened a permanent location in La Pine this year.

To learn more, visit www. mtstar.org/la-pine or call 541907-1987.

• Sunriver Pet Boutique & Spa: Located in The Village at Sunriver, Sunriver Pet Boutique & Spa is a full-service pet grooming spa and retail store offering a range of services to keep furry friends happy and healthy.

Sunriver Pet Boutique & Spa’s mission is to provide exceptional pet grooming services and products with a focus on the well-being and happiness of every furry friend.

Owner Michelle Thompson

is dedicated to creating a safe and comfortable environment where pets receive the highest quality care, grooming, and pampering they deserve.

Sunriver Pet Boutique’s experienced and professional team is committed to delivering personalized attention to each pet, ensuring they not only look their best, but also feel their best.

As a passionate pet lover, Thompson strives to foster strong relationships with pet owners, offering expert advice and guidance on pet care and grooming.

Visit www.sunriverpetboutiqueandspa.com or call 458-281-0821 to make an appointment or for additional information.

Thank you to March’s renewing, new members

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce truly appreciates the support of its members who joined the chamber or renewed their membership in March. Renewing members: Artists’ Gallery, Blondie’s Pizza, Brewed Awakenings, Elk Lake Resort, Mid Oregon Credit Union and Sunriver Books & Music. New members: Fly and Field Outfitters, Kona Ice of Bend, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery and Sunriver Pet Boutique & Spa.

Play On! Pickleball fundraiser to raise funds for Sunriver Music Festival

More than 75 players have registered for the “Play On!”

Amateur Pickleball Tournament hosted by the Sunriver Music Festival.

The tournament will be held at the Fort Rock Park Pickleball Complex in Sunriver on May 31 and June 1.

Players interested in registering for the “funds and friends” event can go to www. sunrivermusic.org/pickleball for information.

All participants must create an account with pickleball brackets to sign up for the tournament.

All proceeds will benefit the

programs of the Sunriver Music Festival.

The tournament is shaping up to be a great event where

players will enjoy a friendly competitive atmosphere.

There will be a group social as play ends each day for players and friends.

As a main sponsor, Sunriver Brewing will have beer to sample, and plans are in the works for wine tasting, too.

Sunriver Music Festival will provide live classical music to highlight their Young Musicians.

Junior’s Grill Food Truck, which features a mac and cheese menu with a large variety of toppings, will be on site during the tournament and for the group social.

Awards will be made at this event. Contact pickleball@sunrivermusic.org for information.

The tournament will be divided into three groups.

On Friday, May 31 the tournament will begin at noon with mixed doubles.

On Saturday, June 1 men’s doubles will start the day at 9 a.m. and the women’s doubles will begin at 1 p.m.

There will be three skill levels of play for each group: recreational up to 3.5, intermediate 3.5 – 4.0, and competitive at 4.0 and up.

Team round-robin format will be used, with final play-offs

Sunriver Pétanque Club featured in national pétanque magazine

A picture of the Sunriver Pétanque Club recently appeared in “Pétanque Pulse,” a publication of the National Pétanque Federation, recognizing the local club.

Club president Gary Bigham noted, “We have been members since 2019, it’s great to be acknowledged nationally.”

The club has been growing lately as more Sunriver owners enjoy the causal friendliness and ease of learning the game.

An added benefit is the natural beauty of the surroundings at Mary McCallum Park, where the courts are located.

Regular play is held on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m., weather permitting.

The five courts will accommodate up to 30 players.

“The more players, the more fun,” Bigham said.

While play is relaxed, occasional tournaments offer a chance to team with other

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to crown the top three teams in each bracket.

Scoring will be standard. Play-offs will be scored in typical tournament style. Every effort will be made to organize play for all three skill levels and all brackets.

The tournament director reserves the right to make changes to the brackets and schedule based on registrations, weather, and timing.

Play On! is also supported by Visit Central Oregon which has granted the court rental fees. Sunriver Owners Association is the permitting agency and is providing facility support.

members to win prizes.

The Foodbank Tournament, to support Care and Share in Bend, will be held May 19. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. with play starting at 10 a.m.

A picnic with a nod to French food will be part of the festivities.

This is part of the club’s initiative to support local charities.

Participants are asked to bring canned goods and other non-perishable food items.

Breaking news: “Snoopy Plays Pétanque!”

It seems Charles Schultz, creator of Peanuts was interested in pétanque and in fact created a Sunday comic with Snoopy, the WWI flying ace, playing the game.

Go to our website https:// sunriverpetanque.org to follow Snoopy.

Local members often bring their dogs to soak up the experience. Maybe they are hoping to play with Snoopy?

For information, visit https:// sunriverpetanque.org, call 503201-5939 or email srpetan que@gmail.com.

Sunriver Mens Golf: Sign up for Swings fore Strings, benefitting Sunriver Music Festival

By Paul J. Grieco

On a perfect spring day, the Sunriver Mens Golf Club (SRMGC) began its season with a breakfast meeting at The Grille at Crosswater to welcome in the new season, to celebrate its 50th and final year, and to play a round at the beautiful Crosswater course.

More than 30 SRMGC members and several Resort golf staff gathered for a tasty breakfast buffet.

SRMGC president Don Larson introduced the officers and board members of the club as well as several new members.

Larson gave an overview of the new golf structure at Sunriver Resort.

Larson promised members would have a “fairly normal season” and the SRMGC “would go out with a bang.”

As reported previously, Sunriver Resort changed its membership policy by going semi-private beginning in 2024 and, by mutual agreement between Sunriver Resort management and the SRMGC, this is the final year the SRMGC will run its own competitions with some additional events perhaps initiated by the Resort.

Beginning in 2025, Sunriver Resort will manage all golf com-

petitions as part of its mission as the newly christened Sunriver Golf Club.

Mark Meyer, head golf pro of Crosswater and the Resort, reported on enhancements that have been and will be made to the golf experience.

Highlights include producing a monthly golf newsletter, upgrades to the Meadows range, the complete rebuilding of the bunkers at the Woodlands course that will be ready for play its opening day scheduled for early May, alternating bi-weekly closure for one day at each Resort course for maintenance and improvements, new carts for the Meadows course arriving in May and availability for online signup for tee times will soon be available.

New competition director Jim “Monty” Montroy introduced a full playing calendar

“As golf purses have gotten fatter, tour players have gotten a lot slimmer.” – Sam Torrance, Scottish former touring pro and commentator

similar to those in recent years with a few enhancements: the Match Play competition will start a little later and last longer as well, to accommodate players who come to Sunriver a little later in the season and to give more time for completion of each round; the Ringerboard (which replaced the old 18hole Challenge) will again be held through mid-September, tracking each competitor’s best hole score (net and gross) for each hole over the season; and introduced after the meeting to celebrate the 50th season – The First to Fifty contest – that is the first player to achieve 50 net birdies in official weekly competitions will win a $50 prize.

Scott Brown reported on local rules updates that can be found under “Rules Items” (Local Rules) in the left-hand menu of the SRMGC website (www. srmensgolf.com) and Larson introduced new handicap rules for 2024, including those for reporting nine-hole scores. Find a complete explanation of the changes at usga.org/whs. On the home page click on

“WHS Updates for 2024.”

Swing fore Strings charity event June 2

Golfers who appreciate great music and like supporting a good cause – and have a wonderful time doing so – would enjoy participating in the annual Swing fore Strings golf scramble tournament slated for the Woodlands golf course on Sunday, June 2.

All proceeds from the event benefit the Sunriver Music Festival.

Golf buddies gather for games, raffles, mulligans, music and a fun round of golf on a great golf course.

By choosing to support

Swings fore Strings, in addition to playing on a premier golf course, you also get Sunriver Brewing beer, and dinner from Sunriver Resort’s Peak Food Truck, plus the good feeling of knowing you’re partnering with Central Oregon’s premier classical music festival – the Sunriver Music Festival – and helping ensure the future of great music at Sunriver each year.

To learn more, go to www. information@sunrivermusic. org or contact Meagan Iverson at 541-593-1084.

–Paul J. Grieco is handicap chair of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@gmail.com

Snow melt, warm weather driving early emergence of mosquitoes

The Four Rivers Vector Control District in the Sunriver area began gearing up for mosquito season in March.

The insects are buzzing much earlier than in previous years.

Thankfully, Sunriver has Four Rivers Vector Control District (FRVCD) on its side to help combat these pesky bugs.

Prior to the district’s formation in 1986, the mosquitoes would be so bad you couldn’t even go outside.

The Sunriver Owners Association, and other nearby communities, contract annually with the control district to perform mosquito abatement.

The district’s range is more than 20 square miles – starting near Benham Falls, around Sunriver and the greater Three Rivers and Oregon Water Wonderland neighborhoods to La Pine State Park and Quail Run Golf Course.

FRVCD mosquito-battling fleet includes fogging trucks, a drone, boats, helicopter and staff on the ground to apply a biological larvicide and/or fog to help eliminate larvae and adult-flying mosquitoes.

Four Rivers Vector Control District

Visit : www.fourrivers vectorcontroldistrict.com (the website features a “service request form” if you notice an increase in mosquito activity)

Call: 541-593-1689

The district performs mosquito population surveillance, species identification, disease testing, control measures, monitoring and evaluation and community engagement.

Although mosquitoes usually emerge in force in late May or early June, winter’s late-season February snows melted and created standing water areas which not only hatched some past season’s eggs, but also created a perfect breeding ground for early emerging adult mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes mature from an egg to larvae to flying adult in about seven days.

A mosquito can fly 10 to 20 miles looking for a blood meal,

which only females require for egg development in hatching the next generation.

Mosquitoes generally feast on flower nectar, juices and decaying matter.

As a part of the natural environment, completely getting rid of mosquitoes would be like trying to keep deer from eating your landscaping – but measures are taken to eradicate some larvae and adult insects. Even if vector control was in Sunriver every day, there would still be mosquitoes, but it would be much, much worse without any control efforts. Mosquito “season” is generally over in September.

The following are tips a property owner can do to help in the mosquito battle.

• Remove watery habitats. Mosquitoes can lay eggs in as little as 1/4 inch of water.

• Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, flowerpots, buckets, tarps, spa and patio furniture covers, toys or other containers where water can collect, and mosquitoes can lay

their eggs.

• Empty and change the water in bird baths, pet water bowls, fountains, wading pools, rain barrels and potted plant trays every few days.

• Keep pond, hot tub and pool water treated and circulating.

Lessen your mosquito exposure

• Stay inside during the evening and early morning hours when mosquitoes are most active. The most common mosquito in this area is the aedes vexans, which can be active at all hours.

• Use repellent products with Deet or Picaridin and follow label directions and precautions closely. Natural lemon eucalyptus oil may also deter mosquitoes.

• Use head nets and wear loose-fitting, light-colored long sleeve shirts and long pants in areas with high mosquito populations.

• Make sure window and door screens are bug tight.

• Replace outdoor lights with yellow bug lights that tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. However, yellow lights are not repellents.

• Avoid using a bug zapper as

it will also kill beneficial bugs that feed on mosquitoes.

Did you know?

• Mosquitoes are attracted to the carbon dioxide you exhale and can detect it up to 55 yards away.

• Mosquitoes do not “feed” on blood. Only the female requires a blood “meal” for the development of her eggs. Most adult mosquitoes feed on flower nectar, juices and decaying matter for energy.

• A single female can lay 100 to 300 eggs at a time and average 1,000 to 3,000 offspring during her lifespan.

• A mosquito develops from egg to adult in four to eight days.

• Most mosquitoes remain within a one-mile radius of their breeding site but can migrate up to 20 miles.

• The average life span of a female mosquito is three to 100 days. Males live only 10 to 20 days.

Make plans to see ‘Endangered on the High Desert’ at the High Desert Museum

What do a 100-pound chinook salmon, 10-inch-tall pygmy rabbit and vibrant San Rafael cactus all have in common?

Under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) – a half-century-old law that aims to protect vulnerable species from extinction – all three of these species are currently classified as endangered in some regions of the High Desert.

Defined by the ESA, an endangered species is one that is “in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range.”

On display until July 7, the High Desert Museum’s “Endangered in the High Desert” exhibition will call attention to species in the region that are either facing or recovering from the threat of extinction.

This intriguing and informative exhibition is a component of the museum’s yearlong exploration of the Endangered Species Act, 50 years after it passed unanimously in the senate and by a vote of 355-4 in the U.S. House of Representatives.

President Richard Nixon signed

it into law.

“Fifty years later, the Endangered Species Act continues to be an influential law that has generated a significant amount of dialogue in its time,” Dana Whitelaw, museum executive director, said. “We look forward to exploring this significant legislation and its many complexi-

IN MEMORIAM

(Riley) Dwane Krumme passed away on April 5, 2024

Dwane is survived by his wife of 61 years Donna Louise Miller, son Chris (Jenn) Krumme, grandson AJ (14), (Sunriver) daughter Kimberli Eicher, and granddaughter Shylie (8), (Sunriver). A memorial will be held at 1:30 pm in the Heritage Room at the Great Hall in Sunriver on May 11, 2024.

Donations in memory of Dwane Krumme can be sent to: Habitat for Humanity of La Pine-Sunriver, Box 3364, Sunriver, OR 97707

Denny Schuler

January 25, 1946 – April 9, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Coach Denny Schuler, 78, of Sunriver OR. Denny was born in Monroe Washington to Robert and Gertrude Schuler. He grew up on a strawberry farm and graduated from Snohomish High School in 1964. Denny was honored to receive a scholarship to play football at the University of Oregon from 1964-68. He cherished his friendships with his teammates, coaches, and Sigma Phi Epsilon Brothers. Denny scored the rst Oregon touchdown in Autzen stadium in 1967 and always had a special place in his heart for his Oregon Ducks. His love of football led him to pursue a career in coaching, where he enjoyed 33 amazing years. He thought of himself as a teacher and took pride in developing his players and watching them become successful on and o the eld. Outside of football, Denny loved to run, golf, play pickleball, sail, and travel with family and friends. He had a soft spot for animals and volunteered with many animal rescues over the years.

Denny is survived by his wife, Cindy Schuler, stepdaughters, Heather Doan, and Melissa Mack. Son-in-law Kyle Doan; Granddaughters Hannah and Lauren Doan: Son-in-law Isaiah Mack; Grandchildren Kaya, Sawyer, and Capri Mack. He was predeceased by his half-sister, Carolyn Boyes of Monroe Washington. A celebration to honor Denny will be held at 1pm, May 5th, 2024, at the Great Hall in Sunriver, OR. Memorial donations may be made to Humane Society of Central Oregon or Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.

A playful mural of the High Desert landscape details each of the ambassador species.

This massive mural splits into four distinct sections, first differentiating between endangered, threatened and delisted species at the state and federal levels.

The fourth section asks guests to consider the future of several species in the area, including the monarch butterfly, western bumble bee and Pacific lamprey.

The exhibit’s images and murals convey that endangered species conversation does not happen in a vacuum; the broader ecosystems matter.”

After museum visitors experience the brand-new Endangered in the High Desert exhibition, they can encounter a handful of the ambassador species in person. Just a short walk from the exhibition, a bald eagle – a delisted species – lives in the museum’s care.

ties in the High Desert region.”

Visitors will first encounter a floor-to-ceiling map introducing many of the exhibition’s ambassador species – 24 of the 29 featured species that represent the many listed, de-listed and at-risk but not yet listed species in the High Desert – and their locations in the region.

Mac McElroy

November 3, 1941 – April 4, 2024

With vibrant colors and engaging photography, this exhibition is meant to ignite conversations about these plants and animals – including lesser-known species like the whitebark pine and the Oregon spotted frog – while also calling attention to the ecological connectivity within the greater ecosystem.

“Species depend on access to healthy habitat to survive,” said Hayley Brazier, the Donald M. Kerr Curator of Natural History. “In designing the exhibit, we wanted to depict plants and animals in the context of landscapes and waterscapes.

Mac was the eldest of twins born in 1941 in Birmingham, Alabama to Janie and L.A. McElroy. His father was a superin tendent at US Steel, and his mother was a teacher and seamstress who excelled at whistling. The twins grew up with an older brother and sister, and the siblings remained close as adults .

Six threatened and delisted species currently live in the museum’s care: the bull trout, Foskett speckled dace, steelhead trout, peregrine falcon, bald eagle and desert tortoise.

Small signs placed throughout the museum will distinguish between these species and others living on museum grounds.

The High Desert Museum is located 15 minutes north of Sunriver off Highway 97 and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For information, visit www. highdesertmuseum.org or call 541-382-4754.

After high school Mac earned a co-op with U S Steel and Auburn University wherein he joined his high school sweet heart, Rebecca Bruce. When the co-op program ended in 1961, the couple married and moved into the married students apartments in Auburn. Becky worked full time, and Mac became a full-time student, graduating with a BS in Chemical Engineering.

Mac then began his 30-year career with Reynolds Metals, working at various aluminum plants around the continent as well as at corporate headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.

Becky anand Mac rst settled in Florence, Alabama, where their children, Molly and Bruce, were born. They formed lasting friendships with other Reynolds employees and their wives that have spanned 60 years. After moving to Richmond, Mac traveled globally for work, representing Reynolds in technological development conferences and technology trade negotiations. His most notable journey took him to the USSR in the late 1960s for a month, a trip very few Ameri cans could make in that era.

Mac loved playing golf and tennis and later skiing, rafting & hiking, all activities he would carry with him when the family relocated to Oregon, where he was Plant Superintendent at the Troutdale Plant. He served as the local corporate representative to the Scenic Gorge Act Commission in the 1980s. His Oregon stay ended with a three-year assignment in Baie Comeau, Quebec, where Becky and Mac learned French. They returned to the Paci c Northwest when Mac transferred to the Longview, Washington plant, before taking early retirement at 51 and moving to Sunriver.

Mac transitioned well to full time golf, skiing, activities at SHARC and, especially, kayaking. He and Becky made a fresh group of lasting friends with a shared love of the Sunriver area and outdoor activities. Mac talked to anyone and everyone on the ski lift and on the Deschutes River, extolling the virtues of Central Oregon. He served on local committees, chaired the parks and rec committee, volunteered at the Second Tern and supported the Sunriver Nature Center. Mac is survived by his wife, Becky; daughter, Molly; son, Bruce; grandchildren Joshua, Jessica and Colin; and brothers, David and Bernard. He is predeceased by his parents and sister, Mary Jane. Mac spent his nal days in the care of St Charles Hospice, whose kindness and care are greatly appreciated. Contributions in his memory can be made to St Charles Hospice or to the Sunriver Nature Center.

WAR EAGLE, MAC!

Letters from readers

Chorus: Not in my neighborhood

By Jack and Lori Menalia

Recycle depot containers are large, rusted and unsightly to those of us who live in the Sun Eagle Lane neighborhood, an eyesore that we must endure seven days a week.

They do not belong in any neighborhood in Sunriver.

Sunriver homeowners are bound by CCR and HOA rules of keeping our yards clean and kept tidy free of debris.

If we are in violation, we are at risk of being cited and fined substantially.

Why is SROA allowing the

recycle depot when its presence is clearly in violation of the HOA and CCRs?

The SROA survey failed to include a question re: the location of the recycle depot, “would you support a recycle depot in your neighborhood”?

Which certainly would get a resounding NO by the majority of homeowners!

If deemed by SROA that a recycle depot needs to be closer than the La Pine Transfer Station, then work with the property owners of Penhollow and Deschutes County to make

Chorus: New plant protection rules need clarification

By Paul Conte

The Design Manual rules approved by the SROA Board in March prohibit Sunriver owners from using “physical protection barriers” to protect any plants other than allowing up to five barriers to protect “individual or grouping of trees.”

Although the rules have excruciating detail, including fencing type, color, and opening size, the rules are nonetheless so unclear that an owner cannot reasonably know precisely what is prohibited and what is allowed.

For example, what constitutes

a “grouping of trees?” Is the number of trees limited? How large an area can a grouping occupy?

What determines whether a section of fencing is a “barrier” to deer? Many Sunriver condominiums have long sections of fencing that are clearly “barriers” to some degree; although deer might, in theory, go around at an opening and reach the other side of the fence. Is a fence considered a “barrier” only if it completely prevents a deer from getting to the other side?

The Design Manual allows

room for the recycle depot (same place where homeowners can take yard waste on Cottonwood Road).

There is plenty of room, its remote and cannot be seen by anyone from the road. If SROA can make room for a dog park that does not infringe on neighborhoods, then certainly they can find another location for the recycle depot.

Additional solutions:

• All homeowners utilize curbside recycle as it was intended at whatever pickup cycle that works for household needs.

“enclosed outdoor areas,” the walls of which are definitely complete barriers to deer entering the enclosed area.

But what determines whether a “barrier” is a “protection barrier”? The walls of an enclosed outdoor area would protect all plants within the walls. The extensive, tall and solid, 90foot fence along one of Aquila Lodges’ boundaries protects a wide variety of plants immediately adjacent to the inside of the fence.

Whether the plant protections provided by these walls and fences are intentional or

Chorus: Owners should have control over critical utilities

By Marc Thornsbury

Regarding Mr. Gamble’s April 2024 letter, selling our local utilities benefited Sunriver Resort, but not necessarily Sunriver homeowners. NW Natural

claims its rate increases are necessary “because current revenues are insufficient to cover ongoing costs... while allowing an opportunity for a reasonable return on (its) capital investment.”

For a typical household waste and recycle is likely one can each week.

• Utilize garage and carports if enclosures aren’t large enough. Leave outside on recycle day and return. Condos with no garage/carport, such as Wildflower, can build their own onsite enclosures to support recycling.

• Property management companies can build their own garbage and recycling enclosures at their site of business for clients to use.

• Village businesses, if current

enclosures throughout the Village are not adequate, work with Cascade Disposal to rectify.

• Take extra recycle to La Pine Transfer Station, only nine miles south.

Finally, we are fervently opposed to the existing recycle depot not only for the Sunriver community but also to the public to use in our Sun Eagle Lane neighborhood. We ask that the recycle depot be removed or relocated.

There is no need to continue with this circular debate, four years is long enough!

coincidental is uncertain. Does intent even matter as far as the new prohibitions are concerned?

These aren’t academic questions, and it wouldn’t be proper (or legal) for the Design Committee to rely on a “we’ll know it when we see it” basis for future permissions or citations regarding what owners may believe are or are not “protection barriers.”

Before the July 1 deadline for owner compliance, the SROA must provide clear and objective criteria for what comprises a “grouping of trees,” a “physical protection barrier,” and several

In 2021, NWN explained its “reasonable return” was “based on the level of risk involved in the water industry” which included “global climate changes, environmental changes, local and global weather fluctuations, natural disasters, changes in the regulatory and legal environments at the national, state and local levels, customer usage variations, and volatility of the housing market....”

Terence (Terry) Frederick Thomas

July 8, 1938 - February 21, 2024

Terence (Terry) Thomas was born British to Marjorie Borrows and Gerald Thomas in Tientsin, China not long before WWII started in the Paci c. At the age of four he and his family, which included his younger sister, Moira Scott, older sister Letitia Margaret and his maternal grandmother Letitia King, were removed from their home and sent to a Civilian Prisoner of War camp in Weihsien, China, for three years.

After the Paci c War ended in August of 1945 they were released and allowed to return to their home in Tientsin. The family arrived in the United States in 1946. He became a U.S. Citizen April 3, 1953, and graduated from University High School in Los Angeles in 1956. He furthered his education at the University of California Berkeley and then UCLA, where he met the love of his life, Carol Anne Fitz of Anaheim, California. They married in August 1961. After receiving a master’s degree from UCLA, he joined the Army. They then attended the American Institute of Foreign Trade (now AGSIM) in Glendale Arizona. After a few months in New York with First National City Bank (now Citibank) they were sent to Singapore, where their daughter Valerie Wynne was born in 1966. From there to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where their son Brian Scott was born in 1968. He then worked for various investment rms in Hong Kong for 30 years. While in Hong Kong he was a member of the School Board at Hong Kong International School for nine years, three years as chairman. Upon retirement they moved to Sunriver, Oregon. Golf and tennis became his passion. Sadly, Terry was predeceased by his parents and older sister Letitia. His memory will be cherished and kept alive by his loving wife Carol, his children Wynne and Brian, his adored grandchildren Edward, Juline, Alexandra, and Éva, and his sister Moira.

There will be a Celebration of Life sometime in September at Sunriver Christian Fellowship.

Yet in March 2019, NWN called its acquisitions “well-managed, well-positioned water systems” and in May boasted that “through...water acquisitions, we are adding an earnings stream that has a low risk and strong cash flow profile.” In January 2021, despite spending $38.1 million in 2020 to purchase water/wastewater utilities, it reported “increased dividends for the 65th consecutive year” and in June stated, “demand for water and wastewater is relatively inelastic” and water systems deliver “stable, predictable cash flows.” It claimed “existing constructive relationships with regulators that can be extended to (the) water sector” and that water systems are expected “to be an earnings driver and opportunity to deploy capital at attractive rates.”

Like other private utilities, NWN plays both ends against the middle – highlighting increased profits, “well-managed” systems, and high returns to investors while claiming poor performance, aging infrastruc-

other critical, but unclear terms in the new rules.

Otherwise, owners will be put at risk of either unnecessarily removing existing landscape elements or unsuspectedly being cited for violations of the new rules.

There’s no valid reason for the SROA to neglect to inform owners because, presumably, the Design Committee, board of directors and SROA staff already have consistent and clear understandings of what is intended.

Just share that knowledge with owners.

ture, inadequate facilities, and insufficient revenue to regulators. Despite the risks its describes, NWN purchased 18 water systems from 2018 to 2022 – most for more than their value –and then filed for increases to transfer that cost to ratepayers. When a monopoly exists, there is no competition to protect consumers so the state is obligated to do so. However, as NWN hints, regulators often have questionably close ties to the industries they regulate. The best way to safeguard ratepayers and preserve our water is through a public entity accountable to customers, not shareholders. Fortunately, the Sunriver Service District is allowed to provide “sewage works” and “water supply works” (ORS 451.010). It may also engage in supporting activities and acquire systems “by purchase... condemnation proceedings or by any other means...” (ORS 451.550). The risks of private utilities are well-known (search “Water System Privatization”) and Sunriver owners should take control of their own destiny as they did with emergency services. If you believe local owners (not corporate interests) should control our critical utilities, contact the SSD and insist it acquire our water and sewer systems.

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