The Village at Sunriver announces its summer event lineup starting with the popular canine event, Dog Day in May on May 27.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Nature Center.............. 10 Calendar...................... 13 SR Gardener................ 17 Women’s Club.............. 21
SROA News.................. 26 Public Safety................ 34 Commentary................ 45 Classified..................... 48
Sunriver Books & Music welcomes author Jane Kirkpatrick on May 19 for a presentation on her novel, ‘Where the Lilacs Bloom’
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S C E N E A COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION
MAY • 2012
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Owners approve property exchange with Sunriver Resort Sunriver property owners overwhelmingly approved a property exchange with Sunriver Resort by 94.4 percent. The ballot closed April 19 with 2,554 votes for and 147 opposed — setting a record for the highest margin of voter approval in the history of the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA). With its members’ approval, SROA will give to Sunriver Resort the 1.5acre South Pool property and lift deed restrictions on a number of Resort core parcels. In exchange, Sunriver Resort will give to the homeowner association seven parcels totaling nearly 33 acres. “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all Sunriver owners for, once again, clearly supporting a matter that has been of high priority for the future of our community,” said Bob Nelson, SROA Board of Directors president. “By passing the property exchange proposal, we have established the basis for substantially increasing and improving community amenities well into the future.” SROA will acquire new access points to the Deschutes River, land that could be used to expand an existing park, a championship-size tennis court and ownership of several stretches of roads and parking that ensure owner and guest access to the newly-acquired parcels. Deed restrictions that were placed on Sunriver Resort core parcels in a 1993 property exchange will be lifted, allowing the resort to plan future developments under Deschutes County zoning and SROA Design Committee standards. “The Sunriver Resort is doubly delighted with the results of the 2012 Land Exchange,” said Tom O’Shea, Sunriver Resort managing director. Turn to Exchange, page 3 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XXXVIII • NUMBER 5 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
The SHARC ribbon cutting ceremonies in April attracted several hundred owners and visitors.
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It’s open! SHARC facility ready to welcome summer visitors By Brooke Snavely The time has come to splash in the indoor pool, soak in the spa, dine at Riptide Café, lounge in the living room, hold meetings and events in massive Benham Hall, work out in the fitness facility and enjoy the playground and bocce ball court. Indoor portions of the Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC) opened April 30. Outdoor amenities including the much-anticipated waterslides, lazy river, kiddie wading pool and sand play area, expansive sunbathing areas, year-round tubing hill and amphitheater open May 26. Bring two cans or boxes of nonperishable food for free entry to all the amenities on May 26. Otherwise, a SROA owner ID card, guest pass or gate fee are required for entry. Nearly 1,000 people attended the soft opening of SHARC’s indoor facilities April 21-22. The owners’ fitness
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Guests enjoy 70-degree weather in the outdoor adult spa during SHARC’s soft opening weekend in April. The spa and all indoor amenities are now open daily.
room was especially active. Hundreds of owners took their first dip in the indoor multi-purpose pool and several thousand dollars worth of owner ID passes were purchased at the in-house
homeowner ID office. SHARC managers said the soft opening was a good test of operating systems, and that everything seemed to be in order for the Turn to SHARC, page 3 PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213
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10 Grouse, Sunriver Architect designed home with a 1930’s cabin reproduction influence. The great room doors open to the covered deck allowing for ease in inside/outside flow. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Special features include the Inglenook, bonus room & much more! $589,000 MLS# 201202528 Janet Reynolds, Principal Broker (541) 593-7000
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“First, as member of the Sunriver Owners Association, the Sunriver Resort is very happy for what this will mean to our community, and the options it gives us in future planning of community amenities and facilities that will directly benefit every owner in Sunriver.” “Secondly, we are pleased that Sunriver Resort will fill in the ‘donut hole’ that has existed in the center of our Resort core. This, along with rescinding the extra restrictions in the Resort core, will give us the ability to better plan future investment in improvements to our Resort infrastructure and, in turn, create a better experience for guests who come to Sunriver for conventions, meetings and vacation. Congratulations to all of Sunriver for this continuation of keeping Sunriver the great community and destination that it has been for the past 40 years,” O’Shea said. Sunriver Resort has agreed not to develop an aquatics facility on the former South Pool site. The South Pool was demolished earlier this year after 43 years of operation. The new Sunriver Owners Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC) that opened April 30 replaces the South Pool with more than double the bather capacity. SHARC features indoor and outdoor pools, a lazy river, two waterslides, flexible meeting and event spaces, an outdoor
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April 30 opening and May 26 grand opening. Pre-opening observations A series of events were held leading up to the opening, including an April 14 ribbon cutting that attracted approximately 400 people. “The ribbon cutting celebrates a new era for Sunriver,” said Bill Peck, SROA general manager. “You, the members of the association and this community, deserve all the credit. You’ve accomplished something special. You should be very proud. This facility will not only have a positive economic impact on Sunriver, but all of Central Oregon as well. Make sure you and your families get here often to enjoy all that the facility has to offer.” A bevy of people involved in project design and construction, accompanied by children
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Hugh Palcic, left, gives a SHARC tour to former Sunriver residents who have since moved on to retirement facilities in Bend.
from the audience, helped cut the ribbon stretched between the entry pillars. The audience was then welcomed in for a reception, open house and tours of the facility. An estimated 1,200 people toured SHARC during an open house held April 14 -15. Marilyn Myers recognition Special recognition for the recently passed Marilyn Myers, a 40-year resident of Sunriver
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amphitheater, natural park, playground and year-round tubing. The outdoor features open May 26. “I’m extremely pleased at the high vote total in a non-monetary, non-candidate election. This tremendous level of voter support is most comforting and welcoming,” said Hugh Palcic, SROA assistant general manager. SROA members have approved a number of proposals in recent years to upgrade Sunriver’s amenities and infrastructure. In 2009, members voted 82 percent in favor of a $30 per month increase in maintenance fees to rebuild Sunriver’s nearly 100 miles roads and paved pathways. An average 15 miles of road and five miles of pathway are being upgraded each year. In 2010, members voted 69 percent in favor of constructing SHARC at a cost of $4,258 per unit. Work began in March 2011 and was substantially complete early this year. Next steps in the property exchange process include formalizing survey work, adjusting lot lines and recording the changes in ownership with Deschutes County. Sunriver officials said details of the exchange should be complete by the end of summer. The exchange of parcels will be factored into SROA’s long-range land use planning already under way to continue improving Sunriver’s infrastructure and amenities.
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Karl Rove to address contractors
By KTVZ.COM Karl Rove, iconic political strategist and one of the most soughtafter political pundits of our time, will address members of the commercial construction industry at the Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter’s annual Summer Convention at Sunriver Resort Friday, Aug. 10. Mr. Rove served as senior advisor to President George W. Bush from 2000–2007 and deputy chief of staff from 2004–2007. At the White House he oversaw the offices of strategic initiatives, political affairs, public liaison, intergovernmental affairs and was deputy chief of staff for policy, coordinating the White House policymaking process. He will address such topics as the presidential and congressional elections, Oregon’s political profile, and our role, if any, in the outcome. The annual Summer Convention provides contractors, industry associates and guests the opportunity to meet annually for chapter business, education, professional development, and social events. “We are pleased to be able to provide national speakers to address our membership at our convention,” stated Mike Salsgiver, Oregon-Columbia Chapter executive director, “And Mr. Rove will most certainly raise the bar for future meetings. We anticipate a large, standing-room-only crowd and look forward to having a speaker of his caliber.”
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and outspoken supporter since SHARC’s inception,” said John Salzer. “She would often call us late a night with a comment or suggestion regarding SHARC and ask what could she do to ensure its passage…knowing full well that she wouldn’t have much time, if any, to enjoy this facility. We were hopeful that she and her long time bridge partners would have an opportunity to play the first hand of bridge in the living room.” A Marilyn Myers memorial bench was presented to Douglass and Elaine Myers, Marilyn’s son and daughter-in-law. Former residents tour facility On April 17 and 19 tours were given to approximately 40 former Sunriver residents who now live in Touchmark, a popular retirement facility in Bend. Many were actively involved in Sunriver when they lived here and supported previous efforts to develop a community center. “Look at this,” said one upon entering the expanse of Benham Hall. “Oh my goodness,” said Thelma Moxley. “I never dreamed something like this would be built. This really is wonderful.”
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SHARC’s recreation team of Emily Savko, Shawn Cannon and Griffin Priebe take one of the first test runs on the tubing hill at SHARC. The special ‘run’ material and plastic-bottomed tubes allow plenty of fun with or without snow. The hill won’t actually be open until Memorial Day weekend as adjustments are made.
“You really did think of everything. I think we moved away too soon,” Birdie Ghormley said. “All the kids are going to want to come here.” Tubing installed, tested On April 25, crews installed and tested the NevePlast artificial ski slope material that will allow year-round sliding on the tubing hill. Two lanes of NevePlast run parallel down the longest run on the hill, allowing side by
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side races down the slope. Tubers can ride individually or in trains. SROA personnel who tested the preliminary layout said they went faster when linked in a train of two or more tubes. Riders sit in a tube with a hard bottom specifically designed for sliding down the artificial surface. Riders grasp handles built into the tube. Children can sit with their legs inside the tube. Adults stretch their legs out and must keep their feet up to avoid contacting the hard plastic surface. A closed toe shoe policy will be enforced on the tubing hill as a precaution against cuts and abrasions. The tubing hill opens May 26 along with the rest of SHARC’s outdoor facilities. Information: www.sunriver owners.org
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regulation. The task force, made up of owners, SROA staff and bike shop owners, has recommended that a special pathway map be printed and distributed by community stakeholders. There is also a proposal to paint centerline delineators on test sections of the pathway to study its effectiveness and current pathway rules have been reviewed and edited into a more readable
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SCENE MAY 2012 Volume XXXVIII, No. 5 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to providing for the maintenance, protection and enhancement of property values, and the quality of life in Sunriver. The SCENE is mailed monthly to all Sunriver property owners and available for free at locations throughout Sunriver.
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Task force looks to improve the Sunriver’s pathway experience By Chris Christensen, Pathway Task Force chair Some five months ago, the Forest Service presented the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) with proposed plans for a paved pathway between Sunriver and the Lava Lands Visitor Center. Funded through the Forest Service, the pathway is intended to provide a convenient route for those to bike, walk, run or just take a leisure stroll between these two destinations. Unfortunately, initial information about the proposed pathway was a bit vague — especially when asked about safety, utilization, maintenance, etc. To make a long story short, the Forest Service put their
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project on a hold until issues could be clarified. Although the SROA Board of Directors looks at the Lava Lands pathway as another positive recreational opportunity for Sunriver, they began to question the pathway’s potential impact on the community and created a Pathway Task Force. Historically, Sunriver’s pathways are the number one amenity identified by owners and visitors. The Lava Lands proposal helped steer the board and the task force to first focus on issues and opportunities to improve Sunriver’s own pathway system — from safety and signage to managing congested areas and current rules and
format. The task force would like to share these and other ideas with you. If you’re a Sunriver homeowner, property manager, business owner, or just an interested user of the pathways, you are invited to attend the next task force meeting. The meeting is scheduled for May 17, 1 p.m. in the SROA boardroom. For more information, email infosroa@srowners.org
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The Village at Sunriver announces summer events All events are subject to date and time changes. Please check The Village at Sunriver website www.villageatsunriver.com for changes, updates or additions of new events. • Monthly Art Walk: Held the second Saturday of the month, tenants throughout the village host artwork in their space, special receptions. Receive a punch card that, once redeemed, gets you in a drawing to win art and other prizes • May 27, Dog Day in May: Vendors, humane society adoptions, JD Platt’s K9 Kings, demos and more. • June 22-24, Pacific Crest Marathon: New this year Tour
• July 14-28, Saturdays, Family Summer Concert Series. Bands TBA.
de Crest (25 and 55 mile bike tour), vendors, races for children, music and more. • July 4, Fourth of July Festival: Kids Day has combined with the Firemen’s Picnic for a barbecue, bike parade, games, fire/police demos/displays, face painting, dunk tank, bounce houses, petting zoo and more. Volunteers are needed, call Jenny at 541-280-5752.
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• Aug. 4, Sunriver Quilt Show: Quilts on display, vendors and sewing/quilt classes. •Aug. 10-12, Sunriver Art Faire: More than 60 juried artists on display, live entertainment, children’s area, talent
show and more. • Aug. 11, Running is for the Birds: 5k, 10k and Family Adventure Walk sponsored by Sunriver Nature Center and The Village at Sunriver; start and finish line in the village. • Aug. 25, Sunriver Public
Safety Day. Police and fire education day for youngsters. • Sept. 1–2, So Long For Summer. Concert, sidewalk sales, kids area and balloons. • Sept. 29, Fly Fishing Festival. Vendors, demos, castings and rods. Youth activities.
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Sunriver Lodge Betty Gray Gallery presents Watercolors of Central Oregon featuring paintings by Helen Brown, Hyon Fielding, Charlene Gerrish and Chris Keylock Williams beginning May 20 and continuing through June 24. The artists will be present at the summer season’s opening reception in their honor Saturday, May 26 from 4–6 p.m. in the upper gallery. Helen Brown, a Sunriver resident for 22 years and noted watercolor artist, presents watercolor batiks. A process usually employed on silk, the artist transfers the technique to ginwashi rice paper. She paints each layer and when dry, protects the colors and shapes by applying molten wax. The wax is necessary to create a harder edge as the rice paper is highly absorbent. The process continues through the application of many layers of color when she then irons out the wax, leaving
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the watercolor on rice paper. The softly flowing yet clearly distinctive, bright colors and images result. Subjects for this show, all taken from the Sunriver area, include Mt. Bachelor overlooking the grassy marshland surrounding the Deschutes at Crosswater, as well as an evocative view of an old road with
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Six artists featured at Artists Gallery in May Sunriver is abuzz with artful expression as we recognize six talented artists at the Artists Gallery Second Saturday (Art ‘n’ About walk) May 12, 4-7 p.m. Regionally, the gallery is becoming known for its diverse art and May is a splendid example of this. This month the gallery features a painter of vivid multimedia acrylics, the creator of one of a kind furniture pieces, two exceptional glass artists, delicious watercolor originals,
which vary in subtle and random ways, to evoke patterns found in the natural world. The designs suggest layers of sedimentary earth; the smooth, rounded surface of a bed of river rocks, or the cellular structure of living organisms.
and original old world master style oil paintings and giclees.
Hazel Reeves Reeves worked 20 years in interior design and architecture prior to her retirement. She has a master’s degree in color theory, which she expertly applies in her large paintings. In her favorite series, Reeves mixes realistic faces in an abstract matrix. Reeves has a particular love affair with visual textures achieved by mixing hand-dyed Washi tissue paper with acrylics
SHARC hosts last potluck of the season
Put on your dancing shoes and come to the May 23 potluck in SHARC’s Benham Hall. Featured entertainment is the Klassixs Ayre Band playing good ol’ rock ‘n’ roll. Founded in 2009 by a group from the potluck committee, the band held their first performance at the May 2010 potluck. Seven of those original members are still in the group, which has grown to 18 members, including the two sound technicians. “The best part of being in this group is the fun we bring to others,” said one member. “Watching everyone dancing and enjoying this music is awesome.” The band performs throughout Oregon with a focus on Central Oregon. Group members include Bert Simmons, Rob Merrigan, Frank and Pat Putnam, Francie Patterson, Chuck and Bonnie Sperbeck, Mark and Chris Baldwin, Ted Berry, Keith Cloudis, Steve and Judy Stedman, Melodee Munckton, Jules Kalbfeld, Bob Hickman, Bruce and Marti Cockrell and Teri Jendro. The potluck is open to all living in Sunriver and neighboring communities. The cost is $5 per person, or $15 for a family of three or more. Sign-up sheets are located at the SROA office and on the bulletin board at the Marketplace grocery store. You can also sign up by emailing areapotluck@gmail.com. Bring a main or side dish to serve 10 to 15 people. Bring your own place settings and silverware. Social time starts at 6 p.m. with an open bar serving wine, beer and mixed drinks. The buffet-style potluck begins at 6:30 p.m. The potluck committee is looking for new members. Talk to any member for more information. Contact Tom McGranahan at 541-598-2181 or email area potluck@gmail.com no later than May 22 to cancel.
and glazing. When speaking with Reeves, you may notice a lilting southern accent. Her Kentucky roots add to her charm that emanates from her and her paintings. Visit with Reeves at the gallery as she is more than happy to describe the process she uses to create her eye-catching original art. Jeff Thompson Thompson sculpts molten glass in a broad range of styles or series work. He tends to delve into a series for months at a time, “then my mind will desire a new realm of creation, so I move into a new series. I internally process the work in the previous series, as well as digest the finished result of my vision. When I revisit the series I have a fresh approach and new ideas for where the series will
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Julie McClay Julie McClay constantly experiments with rich layers of pigment on her watercolor paintings. Visit the gallery to see “Pathways,” one of her most Turn to Gallery, page 9
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Acrylic and clay on exhibit at the Sunriver Library The Friends of the Sunriver Area Library present an exhibit featuring ceramics by Dori Kite and acrylic painting by Kim Jones through June at the Sunriver Area Library. The public is cordially invited to view this exhibit during the library’s regular hours, and to join the Friends at a reception for the artists Saturday, May 5, 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Sunriver Area Library. When not camping with her family or skiing on Mt. Bachelor, Bend native Dori Kite was begging for art supplies of one kind or another and creating whatever she could with whatever she had. Her first experience working with clay came at Bend High School with Tom Temple. “When I watched him take a ball of clay and turn it into a lovely vessel, I was hooked,” Kite said. She took classes from Temple at COCC as well, and was en-
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couraged to transfer to Eastern Oregon University. Mentored by Tom Dimond at Eastern, Kite earned her bachelor’s degree in art with a focus on clay. “I have so much for which to thank these two men; they constantly encouraged and pushed me to stretch, and still do to this day.”
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colors, along with imagination, help create her works of depth and dimension. Jones has always been inspired by the outer world, but says she is now very excited to explore the world within. Regardless of the piece, Jones always paints what makes her heart sing. The exhibit will be on display through June 30. A portion of sales benefits the Friends of the Sunriver Area Library, and helps the Friends’ efforts to fund special library programs. The Sunriver Area Library is located at 56855 Venture Lane in Sunriver. For questions about library hours, call 541312-1080.
May events at the Sunriver Public Library • May 2, 1:30-3 p.m. Teen Game Day: Video and board games. Free to ages 12-17. •May 5, 10 a.m. to noon. The Chapter One Book Club, sponsored by the Friends of the Sunriver Area Public Library, is open to anyone. • Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. Family Fun Story Time for 0-5 years. • May 9, 9 a.m. Know Digital Books: This is a demonstration on accessing, downloading, and transferring to select devices. Prerequisites: Familiarity with Internet Explorer (or other browser software). Register at deschuteslibrary. org/calendar. • May 9, 1:30-3 p.m. Game Day for ages 8-11. • May 12, 1 p.m. Enjoy writing? Don’t miss this opportunity to put into practice your writing talent. Word games and skill building exercises are incorporated to make a fun afternoon. • May 16, 1:30-3 p.m. Teen Open Day: Listen to music, or chat and craft with your friends. Free to ages 12-17. • May 17, 1 p.m. Live Read: Attendees enjoy light refreshments while being immersed in short fiction read out loud by others; sharing encouraged. • May 22, 2 p.m. Good Chair, Great Books: Discussion of “Secrets of Eden” by Christopher Bohjalian. • May 23, 1:30-3 p.m. Creative Day: Ages 8-11 explore your creative side through craft activities. Info: 541-312-1086
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ethereal original watercolor paintings yet. This work invites you to imagine yourself riding a magnificent white horse as brilliant waves of vivid color swirl in the background. Yet another original, “Mountain Spirit,” features the free spirit of a wild horse running the length a valley resplendent with green lush grasses and spring flowers in bloom. It is an image that invites you in to share the moment over and over again. While McClay paints from life, she also excels at the abstract. Enjoy her newest watercolor “Summer,” painted in rich umbers, tangerines and exciting movement. Crews work to remove old asphalt on the pathway near the airport runway between the lodge and the nature center.
Pathways receive needed facelift the tunnel. • 3B to 3C: And from 3C to 2D and 2E pathways. • 11B: To circle 11 and eastbound pathway spurs to East Cascade Road and Mt. Baker. • 6B to 7A: Along West Cascade Road between circles 6 & 7. For info, contact SROA Public Works at 541-593-2483.
Work is under way for fulldepth replacement of approximately five miles of Sunriver pathways between now and mid-June. These pathways will remain closed until work is complete. Please plan accordingly and choose an alternate route. The listed pathway designated numbers/letters coincide with what is on the current Sunriver map. • 1L to 3G: Between the lodge, along the airport runway to River Road near the nature center • 3E to 4B: Between River Road west of Quelah Condos and Aquila Lodges to West Cascade Road. • 3B to 4C: Along Abbot Drive, includes south of 3B to
Nancy Becker Nancy Becker has owned and operated a hot glass studio since 1992. Her work consists
of blown, fused and kiln cast sculptural pieces. Becker’s experience came through a brief study in college and then on to the real thing. In 1982 she moved from Southern California to Portland, and worked for Bullseye Glass Company, Uroboros Glass Studio as well as Savoy Studios. She began making and selling artwork in the early 1980s and simply kept going. She is primarily self-taught Proficient in the vocabulary of glass, Becker often incorporates mixed media materials into her sculptural pieces. Roxanne McKay Roxanne McKay has captured the rustic spirit for 20 years. H e r hearty collection of furniture combines exotic woods with reclaimed materials as well as lodgepole pine from her own backyard.
McKay designs a distinctive collection of original furnishings that uses nature’s palette to compliment any home or outdoor setting. In 2010, McKay tried her hand at acrylic painting and is currently working on a collection of paintings of the Nazca Lines in Peru. She is also writing and illustrating a children’s book — becoming as skilled with a paintbrush as she is with the tools of her furniture trade.
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By Kody Osborne, Sunriver Nature Center Naturalist Staying connected with nature has a whole new meaning these days. Naturalists don’t just go out with a journal, sketchpad and pencil anymore. Within this world of technological advances and living on “the cloud,” we now have an arsenal of tools and devices to help us record and recount our experiences with the wilderness. Luckily for our generation of nature-seekers, there is a special device in particular that has a seemingly limitless number of uses. You guessed it, the almighty smart phone. It’s time for us nature lovers to use technology to our utmost advantage. So here is a short list of four free apps that we at the Sunriver Nature Center find to be advantageous to a spectacular nature experience.
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to make your “Owl Prowl” a successful adventure. Available only to iPhone users via the Apple app market. Leaf Snap Leaf Snap is highly innovative electronic field guide that uses the latest technology of visual recognition software to identify species of trees based on a picture of their leaf. Simply snap a picture of a leaf with your smart device, and Leaf Snap will search its arbor database for the matching tree. Unfortunately for us Cascadians, Leaf Snap is geared more towards species of trees found
Nature’s Notebook Similar to Project Noah, Nature’s Notebook is an electronic field guide that allows users the opportunity to track wildlife encounters. But Nature’s Notebook is designed for observing and recording plant and wildlife phenology – that is the lifecycle events of plants and animals like flowering or migration. Record and compare your data with that of other users through the NPN (National Phenology Network). Available to both iPhone and Android users for free. There you are nature fans. Four useful apps to help make current and future naturalists everywhere have outdoor experiences both exciting and memorable. So get out there and get connected with nature. From all of us here at the Sunriver Nature Center, good luck, and happy exploring.
Run for the Birds coming in August The third annual Run for the Birds will take place Aug. 11. The main events are USATF sanctioned and certified 10K and 5K runs that start and finish at The Village at Sunriver. A fundraiser for the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, the event also includes the Family Adventure Walk, an enjoyable and educational stroll from the village to the nature center with stops at educational stations along the way. Children and parents will learn about toads, rocks, butterflies, flora and fauna. At
each station, participants will get a stamp on their nature passport. The walk concludes at the nature center with prizes and snacks. The races start at 8 a.m. and the adventure walk at 10 a.m. so that runners with families can participate in both. Registration forms will be available soon on the nature center website. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Jan Tuckerman, volunteer coo r d i n a t o r, j t u c k e r m a n @chamberscable.com or 541593-1635.
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Second Tern celebrates silver anniversary
May celebrates the beginning of The Second Tern Thrift Shop’s 25th year. It has been a pleasure to be of service to the community and we want to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for your donations and shopping sprees. This has kept us in business all these years. Here’s an experience from one of our shoppers: “We were expecting a host of guests for a long holiday week and found that even a month in advance it was too late to rent a crib or high chair, nor did we have toys for the infant and toddler among the visitors. Thank goodness for Second Tern, as we were able to purchase a porta-crib, a high chair and toys, all in great condition, for far less than the Hours of operation at the nature center Nature center: Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3 adults, $2 children (2-12) and free for members. Observatory: Open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for solar viewing; 9–11 p.m. for night viewing. $6 adults, $4 children (2-12) and free for members Save the date: Aug. 11, Run for the Birds and Family Adventure Walk. The Sunriver Nature Center is at 57245 River Road off circle 3. 541593-4394.
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rentals would have cost. What a great place to go for all kinds of needs. We appreciate Second Tern,” said Paul Grieco and Roberta Stopler Grieco of Sunriver. We have received a beautiful grouping of three gorgeous David Stoecklein gallery quality framed art prints. They are available to purchase separately or as a group. Whether you’re looking to re-
cycle scrap metal, or need items for the household, garden, garage, clothing or your pets, come to the Second Tern Thrift Shop located at 17377 Spring River Road. Open Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 541-593-3367 or 541598-7397 for pickups or to talk about volunteering. All proceeds benefit the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory.
As of this writing — anything flowery — noxious or otherwise, seems a long way off. However, far beneath the winter snow, lay the seeds that with the sun’s warmth in the summer become spotted knapweed and other assorted wicked weeds. It’s not too early to mark your calendars for Friday, Aug. 3. This is when the great gathering takes place for all of those interested in some rowdy noxious weed pulling in Sunriver followed by a great picnic for all participants. So sharpen your loppers, clean your diggers and buy a new pair of purple garden gloves. August will be here before you know it. More detailed information will follow in future Scene issues. Or, if you just can’t wait for more information or want to sign up right now, call SROA Environmental Services at 541-593-1522. info@desenvser.com
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Fly fishing for steelhead on the Trinity River An average day for many Central Oregon steelhead fishermen consists of a tug or two, maybe even a take-down and, in a few cases, actually fighting and landing a fish. Well, the May Sunriver Anglers Club presentation will feature Fred Foisset, owner of the Hook Fly Shop in the Village, sharing his exploits on the Trinity River in Northern California, which will include documented stories of Kim Clark hooking and landing more than 60 fish in two days. Sound impossible? Come and listen to Foisset’s presentation Thursday, May 17, 7 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station meeting room. The Trinity River is a small river commonly flowing between 325 and 425 cubic feet per second during the months of December to February when steelhead are targeted. Imagine a river twice the width of the Crooked and flowing through picturesque mountain canyons with an abundance of fish as more than 6,000 steelhead return each year. These are quality steelhead averaging in
size between four and eight pounds with an occasional fish up to 12 pounds. Below Lewiston Hatchery and dam, the river is protected from large fluctuations and color changes as few feeder streams enter the river in the first two miles below the dam. No need to be a great caster as most casts are less than 30 feet and normally all roll casts. A 14-foot solid floor raft is Foisset’s watercraft of choice as it is easily maneuvered and can be rowed back upriver to fish good holding water. Nymphing is a standby method to hook fish and traditional swinging can be done on selected pools. The Trinity is great for anglers with bad knees who find wading difficult as most fish can be landed from the raft, though it is an easily waded river. The gear of choice is a six to eight weight switch rod with floating line. All equipment is provided including waders if you desire. These are “dark to dark” trips as Foisset describes them, or you can shorten the day and plan for an earlier take-out. Many times fish are
visually located and the challenge is on to place a fly exactly in that little slick next to a rock and watch the take, exciting! With seven years of experience on the Trinity, Foisset has many Sunriver Anglers Club members who will share their stories. Although Foisset indicated an average day will include between six and nine hook-ups, rumor has it that Marv Yoshinaka and a friend hooked 28 and landed 19. Sounds like Alaska. Then there are additional stories floating around from Terry Dahlquist, Mark Baldwin, Mike Bender and even Brooke
Snavely. Next time you talk to these club members check out their stories. The Sunriver Anglers Club invites members and guests
Anglers donate to worthy causes True to their mission statement, the Sunriver Anglers Club continues to support a variety of conservation, education and resource projects. At the club’s March meeting, president Mal Murphy presented the Deschutes River Conservancy a check in the amount of $7,600. This is the sixth year the anglers have contributed to the conservancy. The funds will be used to help secure winter water releases to the upper Deschutes River. At the April board meeting $1,000 in financial support was given to Project Heal-
ing Waters. Sunriver Angler member Brad Emery provides leadership to the organization. “The organization provides fly fishing opportunities and related experiences through which we are able to give back in a small way to those deserving veterans who have made great sacrifices in the service of our nation,” said Emery. The Upper Deschutes River Coalition garnered a $500 contribution to help with funding of the Todd Lake Campground site restoration project. Angler member and Director of the Turn to Donate, page 15
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(both fly fishermen and fly fisher ladies are welcome) to its monthly meetings. For information and current club newsletter, visit www. sunriveranglers.com. For club questions contact Mal Murphy at 541-593-2641.
Get your race on in La Pine
The “Big Pine Walk, Run, Bike” race is scheduled for Saturday, June 9 at 8 a.m. starting at Finley Butte Park in La Pine. This new event benefits the La Pine Parks and Recreation Foundation, a non-profit organization providing recreational opportunities to residents of southern Deschutes County. Proceeds will provide scholarship funds for kids to participate in classes or activities offered by the recreation district. The event is your choice of a 5K or 10K walk/run on US Forest Service trails, or a 25mile or 50-mile bicycle ride. Cash prizes will be awarded for overall male and female winners in all races, as well as place finisher awards. Tech T-shirts will be offered for an additional fee upon entry. A pasta feed is scheduled Friday evening before the race at $8 for race participants and $11 for the general public. The Big Pine race is two weeks prior to the Pacific Crest and would be a nice warm up for any athlete participating in one of the Pacific Crest races. The cycling routes follow a low traffic, well-paved forest service road through tranquil second growth ponderosa pine. The run/walk event is on forested, low traffic roads, trails and forest service roads. The routes for each event are posted on the website. The entry fee is $20 per person if paid before May 25 and can be paid in person at the La Pine Recreation District (LPRD) office at 16405 First Street in La Pine, by mail to LPRD Big Pine, PO Box 664, La Pine, OR 97739 or online at www.bigpine.org. For more information call 541-536-2223.
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Visit the online calendars at www.sunriverowners.org for event info, meeting agendas and minutes
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SROA Committees Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on.
SROA Board Bob Nelson, president bob@duckwerk.com
Community Planning & Public Affairs Jane Boubel, chair jboubel@chamberscable.com
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Design George Pagano, chair drgfish@aol.com
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and paint celebrities of all types — from sports legends to presidents. This month, Woolley’s original oil painting, “Columbia River,” will have a promotional price to entice the collector. This original oil painting was based on and inspired by Edward Curtis’s black and white historical photo of Celilo Falls. This locale was one of the Native Americans favorite fishing spots along the Columbia River.
Buy a brick continues If you attended the ribbon cutting ceremony at SHARC in April, you know that the first installation of legacy bricks is complete. This project, sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club to raise money for their Philanthropy Fund, continues to generate interest. With orders for more than 1,200 bricks, we have significantly increased our giving to community organizations this year. Our next order will be placed this summer and installed in the fall, so get your order in soon. A legacy brick is a unique way to honor those cherished people in your life (parents, grandparents, siblings, children, friends, etc.). Or, how about honoring a beloved pet, anniversary date, high school, college, hometown, or those special times in Sunriver? You could also choose SUNRIVER SCENE • MAY 2012
to engrave a short poem, quote or other tasteful message. Business names are welcome, but cannot include advertisingrelated phone numbers, websites, etc. The bricks are $50 for a 4- by 8-inch brick. We are no longer selling the mini bricks, as the price has become prohibitive. Order forms can be downloaded at www.sunriverowners. org, under SHARC in the tealcolored menu bar. For information email srwc. bricks@yahoo.com or call Carol Cassetty, 541-610-8483 or Kathy Wrightson, 541-5936135.
Visit participating village merchants May 12, then attend the Second Saturday art gallery reception from 4-7 p.m. Be sure to drop off your punch card for a chance to win art provided by one of the gallery’s 34 artists. As the gallery prepares for a busy summer season, Memorial Day weekend is the grand opening of SHARC. Artists will have a surprise waiting for those who visit the gallery during Memorial Day
weekend. Ever the supporters of art and artists, the gallery is also proud to sponsor the Sunriver Art Faire, scheduled for Aug. 10-12 in the village. Gallery and faire info is available at www.artistsgallery sunriver.com and www.sunriver artfaire.com. The gallery is open daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. after Memorial Day and throughout the summer. Information: 541-593-4382.
Canines to help raise cancer awareness at ‘Bark-for-Life’ event
Dogs and their human companions are invited to Bark-for-Life, Saturday May 12, 1-5 p.m., at La Pine Pet Bed ‘n’ Bath, 51590 Russell Road in La Pine. Bark-for-Life is a sister event of the La Pine/Sunriver Relay for Life to be held June 23 at La Pine High School. Both events are fundraisers for the American Cancer Society. Bark-for-Life activities include a nature trail walk, dog contests and agility demonstrations. A veterinarian will be present to provide information and a photographer will be on site documenting the canine-human connection. Registration for the event is $10 per dog, which includes a Barkfor-Life bandana. Human families get in for $5. Advance registration is available at relayforlife.org/barklapineor. People interested in volunteering should contact Susan Anderson at 209-840-1450.
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Group Gatherings These groups meet regularly, same time, same place
Mondays Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m., The Meadows at the Sunriver Lodge Sign up at the Marketplace Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center
Tuesdays Couples Bridge 6 p.m. Sunriver Fire Station Sign up at the Marketplace Info: 541-593-9397
Wednesdays Sunriver Rotary 7:30 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge Info: 541-593-7381 Sunriver Yoga Club 8:45 a.m. All levels welcome Sunriver Fire Station Info: 541-593-9305 Knitting Group 6-9 p.m. Styxx and Stones Village at Sunriver Info: 541-593-3132
Thursdays Le Cercle Francais 8:30 a.m. Cafe Sintra Info: 541-390-5214 Duplicate Bridge 6 p.m., First, second & fourth Thursday, Sunriver Fire Station Info: 541-593-9397
Churches Catholic Holy Trinity
Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday; 5:30 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. Sunday. Cottonwood Road across from the Marketplace. 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Father Jose T. Mudakodiyil
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9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship, 10:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship, 11:15 a.m. Bible Fellowship Hour. At Beaver and Theater drives. (541) 593-8341 www.cbchurchsr.org Pastor: Glen Schaumloeffel
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Marks and ribbons on trees explained Blue ribbon. Pink ribbon. Green circles and orange slashes. What do those ribbon and paint marking colors represent? SROA’s Environmental Services staff performs a variety of inspections in Sunriver throughout the year, both on private property and commons. To track locations of certain trees, noxious weeds and property
lines, we use a range of materials including wire flags, paint and ribbon flagging. Please do not remove the flagging. When a project is complete, the flags will be removed. Green paint • Green paint slash – tree is designated for future removal on commons.
• Green paint ring around the tree trunk – indicates an active mountain pine beetle tree on commons. Orange Paint • Orange paint slash on trunk – tree has been permitted for removal on private property. Blue paint • Blue paint on bucked-up wood on commons notes fire-
Meet OSU-Cascades VP at Men’s Club luncheon The Sunriver Men’s Club will hold its next luncheon Tuesday, May 22 at Crosswater Grille. Prior to lunch, attendees can meet with the candidates for the upcoming SROA Board of Directors election. During lunch, enjoy a talk by featured speaker Dr. Becky Johnson, OSUCascades vice president. Sunriver area men and women are welcome to attend. The cost is $19 per person. Doors open at 11 a.m., a half hour earlier than usual. Board candidates will make themselves available from 11 a.m. to noon to meet with voters in an informal “candidate faire” setting. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by the program at 12:30 p.m. Johnson will explore what it will take for OSU-Cascades to become a 5,000-student university, and when it might happen. She’ll explore the challenges facing OSU-Cascades as it grows and some of the economic development opportunities at hand. For example, did you know… • 5,000 students would spend an average of $10,900 each per year in the local economy. • A contingent of 500 fulltime employees would work at a
university of that size, purchasing homes and volunteering in the community. • When the economy goes down, people go back to school. A university helps to flatten the economic downturns for a community. • Faculty research and outreach can spur new businesses and attract new industries to the area. Come learn how the community can play a role in the growth of OSUCascades. Johnson joined OSU as an assistant professor and now holds the rank of full professor in the College of Forestry. An economist by training, her research focused on the economic values and impacts of recreation and tourism, fish and wildlife, and biodiversity. She has collaborated with federal, state, and local agencies on issues of concern to rural, natural-resource-based communities. Johnson was a member of the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors 1990-2003. Prior to coming to OSUCascades, Johnson had a nearly 25-year career at Oregon State University in Corvallis, most recently as vice provost for academic affairs and international programs. In 2009, she was
appointed as a vice president for Oregon State University - Cascades, serving as the executive of the campus. Since coming to Central Oregon, she has been involved in several area organizations including board member of City Club of Central Oregon, EDCO board member, and the Rotary Club of Bend. When she’s not working, she loves to take advantage of all that Central Oregon offers — downhill and cross-country skiing, fly fishing, golfing and hiking. She’s a football fan and follows the Beavers, of course, and the Green Bay Packers very closely. At the luncheon, the menu offers a choice of grilled chicken Caesar salad with asiago cheese, croutons, craisins and lemon, or bacon wrapped meatloaf with mushroom gravy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus, or vegetarian vegetable pot pie. Dessert will be chocolate/ hazelnut torte with caramel sauce (gluten free). Coffee and tea and a cookie for dessert are included. Beer and wine are extra. Sign-up sheets will be posted at the Marketplace and in the foyer of the SROA administration building. Reservations may also be made by phoning Ken Arnold at 541-593-9397, or by emailing patorken@gmail. com. Deadline for signing up is Sunday, May 20 at 5 p.m.
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Yellow flagging • Yellow flagging tied to tree branches – marks noxious weed locations on commons. Orange flagging • Orange flagging is used by SROA Public Works to note a variety of their own projects. Red flagging • Red flagging is used by either the Sunriver Fire Department or SROA Public Works to request tree removal. Other designations • Polka-dot or striped flagging indicates special projects. • Wire flags (various colors) are sometimes used to indicate special project areas such as ponderosa planting locations.
Volunteer Opportunities Have some spare time on your hands and enjoy helping others and your community? There are numerous volunteer organizations within Sunriver and nearby communities that would welcome your donation of time. • Care & Share needs volunteers for two hours the last Friday of the month to help package and distribute food to those in need. Contact Madeline at 541-593-3653. • Citizen Patrol needs volunteers for a minimum of four hours a month. Members perform house checks, coordinate emergency evacuations and traffic control for community events. Candidates must be a Sunriver resident or property owner. Contact Larry Buzan at 541-593-1418. • Sunriver Area Public Library needs help for a variety of tasks. Contact Kate at katem@ dpls.us or call 541-312-1086. • American Red Cross hosts a blood drive in Sunriver about every two months. Volunteers needed for 3.5 hours during the drive. Contact Ellen at 541 749-4111.
• The Second Tern Thrift Store always needs a hand at the nonprofit store. Contact Gail Beeson at 541-598-7397. • The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory needs you. Duties may include greeting visitors, answering questions from the public and animal care. Contact Susan Briles at 541-593-4442. • The Newberry Chapter of Habitat for Humanity is currently constructing homes in La Pine for families in need. Contact Randy Heise at 541-593-5005 or email info@ newberryhabitat.org. • SMART (Start Making A Reader Today) needs volunteers Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, either between 12:15-1:15 or 1:45-2:45, to read one-on-one with Three Rivers Elementary School kindergarten and firstgrade students. SMART is a reading program that builds literacy skills in students by pairing them with community volunteers. Contact Sue Stephens at 541-355-5600 or go to www.getsmartoregon.org for more information and to complete a volunteer application.
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A former French language instructor, Brown began painting in 2001. Quickly gaining recognition, her art frequently appears in Watercolor Society of Oregon and Northwest Watercolor Society (NWS) exhibitions winning awards in both. The artist qualified for signature membership in the NWS in 2008 and served as co-chair of the WSO Fall Convention and Exhibition at Sunriver Resort in 2011. Also appearing is noted watercolor artist and parttime Sunriver resident, Chris Keylock Williams. Williams’ expressionistic work reflects Central Oregon images in shapes, hard lines and angles or softer rounded and overlapping edges, rather than truly realistic objects. These shapes as well as dramatic color and high contrast, light/dark values create movement in the image, directing the eye to the clearly defined focal point. Aqueous edges soften the intensity of the shapes and strong color. Williams’ subjects for the exhibition pay homage to the icon of the Central Oregon Cascades, Mt. Bachelor, both a central figure to the mountainous terrain and as a backdrop to the agricultural valleys of the high desert. Also included are the rocky gorges of the Deschutes near Warm Springs and the familiar forms of Smith Rock with the winding Crooked River as the central
focus. All feature the artist’s favored shapes, strong color and high contrast values. One of the northwest’s most recognized watercolor artists with a career spanning three plus decades, her images appeared in publications including “Watercolor Expressions,” “Best of Flower Painting I & II,” “Better Homes and Gardens” magazine and book, “Garden Color.” She is a signature member and award winner in the National Watercolor Society, the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, the Northwest Watercolor Society and a past president of the Watercolor Society of Oregon with participation in exhibitions around the US and abroad. Hyon Fielding, Fossil resident and a native of South Korea, shows transparent watercolor images of the Central Oregon high desert reflecting her affection for its beauty and solitude. She is a member and award winner of the Watercolor Society of Oregon. Also participating is Charlene Gerrish, former resident of Crosswater, now of California. The artist presents color-saturated images of the people, horses and cowboys of the high desert as well as other popular animal images. More information on these participants will appear in next month’s issue with the show continuing through June 24.
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By Vicki Udlock Come join in the fun of the Sunriver Music Festival. The Sunriver Music Festival is looking forward to its 35th season with new maestro George Hanson on board for his first full year of artistic directing and conducting. With Hanson’s fresh ideas, there will be some fun and surprising programming. The festival is in need of a musician refreshment chairperson. This volunteer gathers a team of refreshment providers for the four morning rehearsals. Bend rehearsal dates are: Friday, Aug. 10, Monday, Aug. 13, Wednesday, Aug.15 at Bend High and Friday, Aug. 17 at the Tower Theatre. The Festival provides most of the refreshment supplies including coffee and tea. We just need the fruit, muffins and juice. The musicians love their break and your good coffee cake or muffin. Musician hosts are needed especially in Sunriver. There have been some losses of available homes in Sunriver when people Turn to SRMF, page 19
Angler president Mal Murphy presents a $7,600 check to Kate Fitzpatrick, Deschutes River Conservancy Program Director.
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Coalition, Jerry Hubbard, indicated that they have applied for a $10,000 National Forest Foundation grant to complete this project. Volunteers are needed for the July 9-12 and 16-17 work dates. Details are on their website, www.UDRC. org<Get Involved. Kokanee Karnival was awarded $3,000 for work in area elementary fourth grade classrooms. The program provides a hands-on learning experience to educate students about clean water, healthy watersheds and fish conservation. Sunriver Angler Club members work with two classes at Three Rivers School providing activities in
egg incubation, fish dissection, knot tying and safe angling practices. More than 900 students in Central Oregon will benefit from Kokanee Karnival this year. “None of this would be possible without the active and enthusiastic support of the entire community through club membership and and generous donations to our two major fundraising events – the Fish Fry and the Christmas Dinner and Auction,” said Murphy. “Planning for these events is well under way. The Quincy Street Bluegrass Band will again add wonderful entertainment to the delicious rainbow trout at the Fish Fry on July 21. I look forward to another great turnout this year.”
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Ideas for outdoor living spaces sunriver gardener By Greg Broxson Look around and all you see are snow-capped mountains, forested foothills, meandering streams, wildflower-covered meadows, cascading waters and boisterous wildlife. We live in a beautiful area here in Central Oregon. Even with all of this, one still desires the peace and tranquility of being at home. Get the best of both worlds by creating a beautiful outdoor living space around your home. Outdoor living spaces can be as simple as outdoor seating among plantings of grasses and perennials, or as extravagant as plush exterior grade couches and chairs arranged in front of a coble stone fireplace atop a natural rock patio covered with a clematis draped arbor. And don’t forget the aromatic lavender filled pots and background music from your cleverly placed weatherproof speakers that look like the rocks in the landscape. Not what you’re looking for? How about a babbling brook flowing from a majestic water feature where you can get lost in your thoughts. Wow. The ideas are nearly endless. If any or all of this sound enticing to you, then what you are looking for is some sort of outdoor living space. The next steps mentioned will aid in determining why, where, what, how and who will be involved to help you construct this oasis around your home. Please understand, books are written on the subject so this is very general at best. Why? You ask yourself this question. This is a step where you dig in and decide why you personally or as a family want
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snowmelt (pay attention to the grades) These are just some of the items you will want to discuss when considering where your outdoor living area will be. What type of structure will you want or be able to build after you decide where you have the space? Here are a few options you may want to think about incorporating. • Hardscape (Paver/seating or retaining wall, concrete patio, flagstone) • Wood or composite deck(s) • Decorative gravels • Bark/wood chips • Entertaining areas (Grilling
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Chambers Cable hires new general manager In March, Laurence Verga moved from Charlottesville, Va. to Sunriver fill the general manager position for Chambers Cable of Sunriver, which was vacant for nearly a year. Verga brings experience in broadcast and cable TV sales, marketing and business management. He has a master’s degree in psychology and graduate work in organizational leadership. His arrival coincides with an approaching 2015 deadline to renew a contract to provide telecommuni-
cation services to Sunriver that Chambers Cable has provided since 1987. The Sunriver Homeowners Association is considering a proposal from the recently formed Sunriver Communications group to install fiber optic directly to each home that could deliver significantly faster broadband Internet connections than Chambers latest upgrade to 12 mbps service. Its unclear where Chambers, which has steadily upgraded the existing system to include
digital TV and high speed Internet, fits in to Sunriver Communication’s proposal. “There has been an inaccurate rap on Chambers Cable for not being technologically updated, which is blatantly false. For communities comparable to this, it’s as good or better than virtually everyone you could judge it against,” Verga said. “I firmly believe we will extend the contract. I’m convinced I’m the guy who can make everyone satisfied and keep lifestyles unchanged
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“There is a buzz all over the village,” says Lauren DovolisRix, “Everywhere you go, people are talking about our new community theater.” “Residents are contacting me daily through the Sunriver Stars website,” said Victoria KristyZalewski, artistic director. “It’s very exciting to hear about the varied talents that these new ‘stars’ are bringing to our group and interesting to hear what has brought them to join us.” Amy Seely-Fancher joined because she wants to be a part of bringing fun, inexpensive entertainment to south county. She admires the mission statement of supporting local children through the donation of all money from ticket sales. “I believe area families have suffered with the economy,” she says,” and simple family fun is what we need” Tom Sims joined because being a part of something gives him a strong sense of connection to his Sunriver community. “It feels great when you can give something back, especially something like a show
that others might truly enjoy,” said Sims. ”We all love to be entertained and how fortunate it is for us who like to do the entertaining, that we might find an audience within our own community.” Susan Inman and Nancy Foote were two of the very first to become members. Inman enjoys performing — especially musicals and especially for children. “It is so rewarding to know how much they delight in watching and learning and even participating in our silly antics,” she said. Foote, already very active
in the community, joined to support the organization and ”always dreamed of being a star. Here’s my big chance!” Ray Abanto says he joined because he wanted to recapture the magic he felt when performing for a live audience in the past. “Performing for children, the look in their eyes… it’s like making a children’s book come to life for them. We are a small community here, but we are brimming with talent.” Bill Hause, a self-proclaimed “old thespian and playwright” is eager to return to the stage. “I relish the great past experiences I have had on stage participating,” he said. “I look forward to becoming involved once more and the story of ‘The Brementown Musicians’ was a favorite of mine from childhood, so I anticipate having a terrific time.” Other have shown interest in helping, including a hair stylist, graphic designer and costume seamstress. Everyone is invited to become a star. Visit www.sunrivertars. com for more information.
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• Babbling brook • Pond/dry creek features Important note: Determine electrical and water needs within your design. How and who? Go hand in hand. If you are very handy and have plenty of time on your hands, you may decide to tackle your project on your own. It really depends on the site and grandeur of your project, as well as your personal skill level. For those who lack the creativity, I would suggest going with a good landscape designer or landscape construction professional. If you have a good idea of what you would like, a landscape construction professional (the landscape contractor who can build your idea) can generally get it quoted and completed from this. If you have a grand
that in a couple of months and we won’t have to dig up the community. The upgrade could occur without disruption of service. We will offer all the Internet anyone could want. We believe having homeowners pay for what they want on an a la carte subscription basis is the kind of choice individual homeowners and businesses expect and deserve.” Verga was scheduled to meet with SROA as this issue was going to press. “My goal is to make sure they have everything they need. The sooner it’s done, the sooner we can put new infrastructure in this market.” Information: 541-4081176, e-mail: lverga@chambers cable.com picture or ideas that you just can’t put together, you may need the help of a landscape designer. With larger structures, a good general contractor along with electrical and possibly plumbing sub contractors may be in your future. Not only will these professionals get the job done right, but they will know codes and all avenues of permitting to keep you in the good. One last note: Referral is king in the contracting industry. I suggest starting with a landscape construction professional and getting referrals, for both designers and generals, to help in the completion of your project. Good luck with your future outdoor living space project. Remember, you are adding life to your residence as well as equity. Greg Broxson owns and operates Twin Pines Landscape Contracting, 541-593-3228, www. twinpineslandscape.com
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Resident appointed as St. Charles Foundation’s philanthropy officer St. Charles Foundation, the fund raising affiliate of St. Charles Health System, announced the appointment of Cora Gangware as philanthropy officer in April. Pr e v i o u s l y t h e Foundation’s grant manager, Gangware’s new responsibilities will include cultivating relationships with individuals seeking to enhance care at St. Charles through philanthropy. Gangware and her husband, Steve Ashton, have owned a Sunriver home since 1993 and became full time residents in 1998. For years, Gangware served on the board of Sunriver Women’s Club, the Care for Kids Foundation and Recreation Committee of the Sunriver Owners Association. She is currently a member of the Sunriver Anglers Club.
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fall ill, move to Touchmark to be closer to family or are just unable due to travel plans and visitors. So we hope we have some new host families who would like to enjoy these lively, fun-loving musicians who come into town once a year, perform wonderful music for us, steal our hearts, and leave after closing night, looking forward to next year.
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High Desert Museum receives new bobcat, May events announced. Vivi, a 12-year-old bobcat from Idaho, is getting acquainted with her new surroundings, a forested atrium in the High Desert Museum’s Schnitzer Entrance Hall, where visitors can see her throughout the day. Bobcats are elusive and rarely seen in the wild, so the ability to see this native animal close up offers a sense of wonder and excitement about the natural world. Vivi arrived April 6, and occupies the atrium habitat where Ochoco the bobcat had lived since 2005. Ochoco died in February at the advanced age of 20. The museum received an outpouring of visitor sympathy for Ochoco. Declawed and raised in captivity, Vivi is in good health, and weighs in at about 45 pounds. She was named in honor of Vivi Crandall, a wildlife artist from Casper, Wyo., who died in 2000. To let Vivi adapt to her new home, the museum has cordoned off a few feet around the atrium, and placed an earth colored curtain covering the glass in front of her straw bedding area. Visitors are invited to learn about wild cats in the High Desert at 12:30 p.m. weekdays at the atrium. “We are excited to have a new bobcat and share
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the story of this charismatic species,” said Dana Whitelaw, vice president of programs. “While bobcats are endemic to the High Desert, they are rarely encountered. They can thrive in woodlands and drier desert landscapes. Having a bobcat allows visitors to connect and learn how it can adapt to different habitats, including those inhabited by humans.” Museum wildlife specialists use a range of techniques designed to enrich the lives of the animals that live in the museum. For Vivi, like Ochoco, they will use techniques such as hiding treats for her to find, or changing her surroundings and temporarily moving her into a different atrium, with new sights and smells. Nearly all
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Visitors age 65 and older are invited to an admission-free day featuring special programs about High Desert animals, nature and culture. • May 9-10 Fly Like An Eagle: These magnificent birds, with a wing span of seven feet, rule the skies. What makes them so strong? How are the males different from the females? Come and find out. • May 12, Smokey and Woodsy: Families: creative, hands-on fun inspired by High Desert Smokey and Woodsy What could be more fun than meeting these beloved mascots of the U.S. Forest Service? Visit our 1933 High Desert Ranger Station with Smokey, and learn how to recreate respectfully in our forests.10am-3pm • May 16-17, Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl. Smokey and Woodsy have lessons to share about taking care of the earth. Let’s see how they reduce, reuse and recycle to care for the natural world. • May 23-24, Frontier Fun:
South county comprehensive plan workshop set for May 22 at SHARC The La Pine Parks and Recreation Department and the Upper Deschutes River Coalition will host a workshop Tuesday, May 22, 4-6 p.m. at SHARC to discuss public transportation issues and solutions, and program and facility needs for continuing education, adult ed-
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Discover the culture and stories of the high desert by becoming a pioneer. Play authentic pioneer games, and help take care of the ranch cabin. • May 30-31 Exhibit Builders: If you could create any kind of museum or exhibit, what would it be? Let your imagination soar as you build a model exhibit for your art. The High Desert Museum is nationally acclaimed for inspiring stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of the High Desert. It offers closeup wildlife encounters, living history performances, Native American and Western art, nature trails, tours and special programs for all ages. An independent, nonprofit educational institution, it is on 135 forested acres, minutes north of Sunriver on Highway 97. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. Adults, $15; seniors (65 plus), $12; ages 5-12, $9; ages 4 and younger and all members, free. Closed July 4.
ucation and higher education in south Deschutes County. Brief presentations will be made by Scott Aycock, transportation planner for the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council; Jeff Monson, Commute Options; Peter Gutowsky, Deschutes County principal planner; Terri Hansen Payne, Deschutes County senior planner, and possibly Central Oregon Community College, OSU Cascades and the OSU Extension Service. Justin Cutler, La Pine Parks and Recreation Director will facilitate the meeting. The audience will be invited to present their views and suggest solutions relating to public transportation and education. The information will be compiled and presented to Deschutes County Planning staff developing a south county comprehensive plan. Information: Terri Hansen Payne, 541-385-1404, terri. payne@deschutes.org
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“Unity is strength…when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. –Mattie Stepanek
sunriver women’s club President’s message Calendars are very funny if you really think about them. They begin January 1 and end December 31, unless, that is, they start July 1 and end June 30 (fiscal year) or start the Monday after Labor Day and end two weeks into June (school calendar). Inside calendars there are many beginnings and endings, and that could even be extended to each day with its sunrise and sunset. The Sunriver Women’s Club also operates on a yearly calendar that is a bit different from others. Our officers assume their duties at the May luncheon after they are installed, and their year finishes at the following May luncheon. On May 15 we welcome the SRWC officers for 2012-2013 and hand over leadership to these women, knowing the SRWC will be in caring, capable hands for its 39th year: –Co-presidents: Nancy Farnham and Pam Morris-Stendal –Treasurer: Stephanie Nelson –Recording secretary: Jan
Bull –Corresponding secretary: Bonnie Rosen –Membership: Nancy Fischer –Communication: Marcia Schonlau –Program: Nancy Foote –Philanthropy: Martha Deuchler –Nominating: Millie Christensen and Sandy Young We also want to thank the outgoing officers from the 2011-2012 year, especially Pat Arnold, who served three tireless years as treasurer. As we reflect on the past year, we acknowledge that preparation, opportunity and the support of all of our members combined to help the SRWC enjoy success. We thank each of you for the laughter and memories, hard work and good times, teamwork and support, for there is strength in the SRWC when we collaborate and work together to have fun and help others, and wonderful things have been achieved. In gratitude, – Millie Christensen and Sandy Young, co-presidents
P.S. Don’t forget that SRWC is renewing annual memberships, and we invite all women in the area to join our social and philanthropic group whenever you are in the area. Have a wonderful summer. Community support leads to SRWC philanthropy grants Without community support and the hard work of many SRWC members and volunteers, we would not be able to award grants to nonprofit organizations whose work primarily benefits the residents of south Deschutes County, and, in particular, those organizations meeting the needs of women and children. Through events and projects such as the December dinner dance, Art Faire, and selling of bricks for SHARC, the SRWC members and friends have demonstrated their support for the community. The SRWC announces 20 organizations have received $40,000 in grants for 2012. These organizations include: • Care and Share to purchase
products for food baskets; • Families and Communities Together to support parent/ child play groups; • Family Access Network to provide summer activities for underprivileged students and to purchase winter gear and shoes for low-income children; • Grandma’s House to support their day-to-day operations; • Healthy Beginnings to support health screenings for Sunriver and La Pine children; KIDS Center to provide funds for family support services; • La Pine Community Kitchen to help support general operations; • La Pine Teen Court to support training and association dues for the teens involved in this program; • La Pine Park and Recreation Foundation to provide funds for enrichment programs and train volunteers; • New Generations to support their scholarship program; • Newberry Habitat for Humanity to create a sustainable program to help struggling
homeowners; • Rising Stars Preschool to provide scholarships for parenting classes; • Sunriver Homeowners Association to provide funds for FAST Camp activities; • Sunriver Music Festival to fund the young artist scholarship concert and contribute to the youth scholarship program; • Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory to help construct a new raptor enclosure; • Three Rivers School to fund the Artist in Residence program and purchase supplies for an elective art class; • Think Again Parents – South County Substance Abuse Prevention Program to help fund the 6th Annual Girl’s Summit; • Volunteers in Action to help provide services such as transportation for low-income people and Volunteers in Medicine to help provide care for eight uninsured, low-income folks in south Deschutes County. Funds were distributed at the Turn to SRWC, page 22
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Picture Perfect: Persistence pays off for the right shot By Mike Jensen I always give my photography students a list of rules to break when I teach a class. Rule No. 1: Always bring your camera — you get better pictures when you do. I also talk about having a monthly photo challenge or assignment, a “photo bucket list” so to speak. A month or so ago my wife, Cindy, and I visited the ranger station at Kilauea volcano on the big island of Hawaii. I know, rough life. But, we work hard and deserve a break every now and then. I wanted to see lava. I’d lugged almost all of my photo gear from not-so-sunny Sunriver to the big island and one of the reasons was to see lava. Well, funny thing about that side of the island… it rains a lot. So about the time we were talking to a park ranger it started to rain in buckets. Thank goodness we were inside. The ranger there referred me to a more knowledgeable ranger who I immediately called and told him I wanted to see lava. He said I had two options. We could go see the “glow” of the Halemaumau Crater at
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Mike Jensen with a lava flow in Hawaii. Jagger Overlook, below.
night from Jagger Overlook, or we could pay a couple of locals to take us out on the lava fields to their family property where the lava was currently flowing. I liked both ideas. I called the two local references I was given and reached one. We booked a hike for two days later as it was already too late to go on that night’s tour. Then we went to the Jagger
Overlook and (did I mention it was pouring) we waited a few minutes to see if the shower would subside. No joy. My photo buddies will tell you that I’m not usually one to let a little weather stop me from getting the photo I’m after, and they’re right. Donned with our rain gear, Cindy and I went forth to the overlook. We were met by other soggy photogs. I immediately set up my tripod. It was going to take a timed exposure to get the shot I was after. Now after you’ve done a few Turn to Picture, page 24
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Mentors wanted Jennifer Reuter, FAN Advocate for Three Rivers Elementary School, was one of the grant recipients and speakers at the Giving Luncheon. She is looking for two or three mentors to get involved with the COPY program or the Big Brothers/ Big Sisters program. If interested, call Reuter at 541-355-3067 or jennifer. reuter@bend.k12.or.us. Programs Our next luncheon will be Tuesday, May 15 at Crosswater Grille. New board members will be installed and we will hear about the art faire. SROA board candidates will also be introduced. Check in begins at 11:30 a.m. and lunch starts at noon. RSVP to Bonnie Campbell at gypsybonnie@gmail.com or 503-539-3413. Membership SRWC’s membership year is from May 1 through April 30; membership forms are available online at http://sunriver womensclub.pbworks.com. Annual dues are $20 for an active membership, $30 for an associate membership and are 100 percent tax deductible. For information, contact Vicki Doerfler at 541-5987225.
Hearty/Soft Soles hikes • May 8: From Bend Senior Center up Pilot Butte and back. Restaurant for lunch will be decided on during the hike. Meet at 9 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church to carpool. Remember to bring appropriate clothing, water, hiking poles, a bar of soap for Care and Share, and $2 for your driver. Co-leaders-Patty Klascius (pklascius@gmail.com) and Debra Baker (debbie @nedbaker.com) • May 24: Black Rock Trail at Lava Butte. Meet at the Holy Trinity Church parking lot at 10 a.m. to carpool. The 4.5-mile long trail to the Deschutes River is easy with a gradual downhill grade that winds through ponderosas and manzanita alongside a lava flow. Lunch is on “the island” and a view of how the lava flow split to form it. After lunch, the Soft Soles will return to the parking lot 2.5-miles while the Hearty Soles continue downhill to the Deschutes River (4.5-miles). We will arrange a shuttle for those who wish to end the hike at the Deschutes, which will return them to their cars in the parking lot. Some may wish to hike back for a 9-mile round trip trek. Bring soap for Care and Share, camera, lunch, water, and parking permit, and $1 for the shuttle driver. Co-leaders: Anita Lohman (541-593-2171) and Kathy Burroughs.
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This unique unit has a 1 bedroom rental and 3 bedroom 2 bath rental. Walk to the SHARC, Village, Store, Turnkey furnished $353,000.
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night shoots, you kind of know the starting point that works for you. Mine is ISO 400, f11, 1/20 seconds. It came out good, but not what I was looking for. So I started a series of timed exposures to stitch together. Bumped up the ISO to 500 and the shutter speed down to 60 seconds. Took five shots and got this which we stitched it together. Not bad. But it wasn’t hot, bubbling, gooey lava I wanted. So Friday night, after spending the morning and early afternoon zip-lining in the rain in Hilo(where it rains all the time) we got to our appointed location about 4 p.m., filled out the necessary forms and disclaimers, paid our $100 per person fee, and headed out. We were driven about a mile to the end of the road. The road ended because the lava had flowed over it sometime in the 1980s.
From there we started to hike. Now Cindy and I are accomplished hikers, and we are used to doing it in all types of weather, all hours of the day or night, and all altitudes, but this was something entirely different. I think we only climbed a total of about 500 feet in elevation, but we were constantly climbing up and down over A’A (pronounced ah, ah) lava and Pahoehoe lava that looks like ribbons of hot, molten candy. Neither are easy to negotiate. About two-thirds of the hike out I thought I felt a rock in my shoe. I stopped and checked. Blister. Yet we forged ahead. The four-mile hike out took us about an hour and when we arrived we were rewarded with hot, molten, gooey lava bubbling from the earth. I was in photo heaven. I set up one camera on the tripod and started shooting video. While that was running I was busy shooting still shots of the entire area. Cindy was
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having fun poking her walking stick into the 2,000-degree lava and watching it immediately catch fire. We stayed for as long as we could. Actually the group stayed until I was ready to leave this possibly once-in-a-lifetime experience. I’m usually the first one in and last one out — and the dirtiest photographer to boot.
Remember rule number 1. Always take your camera. My rule number four is, if you like the shot, it’s a good shot. Upcoming classes: Get more out of your digital camera. Photography Level II – June 2 and 9 at the Sunriver Library. COCC course number 26489. Take your camera off auto in this hands-on class and start taking better pictures. Bring
your digital camera and user guide. Students taking this class may also be interested in Photoshop Elements. Prerequisite: Photography Level I or some computer and digital camera experience. Mike Jensen is president of JensenOne, a marketing, Web design and photography business. 541-610-8683 or www. jensenone.com
Crosswater golf course enters season with new greens Sunriver Resort’s esteemed Crosswater Club will begin its 18th season Memorial Day weekend with 18 newly renovated greens. The muchanticipated grand re-opening celebrations include a May 25 membership celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony, a May 31 invitation-only reception, and June 1 regional media day. The $500,000 Crosswater greens project that began last August was far more than a simple re-sod. The renovation preserved the original undulation of the greens and retained the course’s Audubon Sanctuary certification throughout the reconstruction process. The T-1 bent grass used in the reconstruction is a new generation of creeping bent grass that is more resilient in extreme temperatures and resistant to destruction from ball marks and foot traffic. “The resurfacing of the greens
Rolls of sod wait to be installed on the new greens.
at Crosswater with bent grass could not have come at a better time,” said U.S. Golf Association Green Section Director Larry Gilhuly. “While ice damage and turf loss throughout the high altitude regions of the northwest has occurred at many courses, Crosswater’s decision to convert back to a superior grass has resulted in a playing surface that will be exceptional right out of the gate.” The 7,683-yard heartlandstyle bent-grass par-72 course offers a blend of strategy and aesthetics, featuring a range of fairway lengths and a challenging interchange of wetlands, ponds and rivers. Crosswater Club’s practice facilities also were renovated during the greens replacement project. Improvements include the addition of target greens
on the driving range and improvements to the short game chipping area. “We are confident this new turf will maintain a championship putting surface attractive to members, resort guests and affiliates and that this project will ensure Crosswater remains a Top 100 venue for years to come,” said Jose Willis, Crosswater Club Manager. Indeed it has. The recipient of 26 prestigious national awards, including Golf Digest’s “Top 100 courses in America” and Golf Magazine “Top 100 courses you can play,” Crosswater Club was recently given then honor of hosting a third PGA Professional Championship in June 2013. Information: 800-801-8765 or visit www.sunriver-resort. com
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Making theAround Scene the World! Brothers Kevin and Michael Fox atop Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Carol Resco takes in the ornate architectural sights of Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul.
Sunriverites ‘cameling’ across the Sahara Desert near Aswan, Egypt include Moe Caba, Louise Wilson & Jim Wilson, Kathy Imper, Sid Caba, Vicki Doerfler, Dick Imper and Doug Doerfler.
Visiting the Martin’s El Trebol farm in Argentina are John & Bonnie Rosen, Patsy & Dennis Martin and Wendy & Jim Ferguson.
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Jack & Donna McDonnell peruse the Scene under the watchful eye of Decabalus at the Iron Gates on the Danube River.
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Bert & Betty Jo Simmons and Pat & Gary Knox catch up on Sunriver news while going through the Panama Canal. SUNRIVER SCENE • MAY 2012
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From the board room: Property exchange a success on several levels
sunriver owners association On April 19, our Sunriver owner needs and were able obtain property owners approved a ma- a most favorable return. jor and important exchange of Worth noting is the process property with Sunriver Resort. used to negotiate the exchange The 94.4 percent favorable agreement. vote set a record for the About a year highest margin of voter apago, and when proval in the history of the SHARC was Sunriver Owners Association under con(SROA). struction, With the passing, SROA we began to will give Sunriver Resort the explore what 1.5-acre property that was would be the the South Pool and lift deed best use of the restrictions on several Resort Bob Nelson South Pool core parcels. In return, SROA property. Due is receiving seven parcels of prop- to the restrictions in place proerty totaling more than 30 acres. hibiting sale of that property, I extend my great appreciation we recognized that a property and heartfelt thanks to all of our exchange was the most reasonable owners who, once again, clearly way to achieve the greatest value support an issue that has been a in return. high priority for the future of our Since the South Pool property community. By passing this mea- is essentially “land locked” within sure, we have established a firm Resort property, successful SROA basis for substantially increasing development of it was unlikely. and improving community ame- Consequently, our task force nities well into the future. spent countless hours identifying, I also want to recognize the documenting and researching tireless and dedicated work of our Resort owned properties within team of volunteers and the SROA Sunriver that had potential value staff who helped design, guide to the association. and communicate this property Once the properties were idenexchange proposal. With their tified, we began to discuss our assistance we identifed important strategy for engaging the Resort
in a negotiation process regarding a possible exchange. Initially, we planned a traditional adversarial negotiation process. However, we were concerned that such a process might have some significant downsides. Specifically, we recognized that both parties risked not obtaining their desired outcomes through the give and take of hard bargaining. Such a process might be lengthy as well as costly. And, the residual of such a process might well result in long-term ill feeling and mistrust. To make a long story short, we determined to approach the Resort using an interest based method that first sought conceptual agreements and understandings in search of a “win-win” solution for both parties. We were pleased that that method was successfully utlized throughout the negotiation process. It also demonstrates SROA’s dedication to problem solving and seeking mutually beneficial relationships throughout our community and region. We now move on to the next steps. First, the proper technical and legal documents need to be developed for the actual exchange agreement. This should be con-
cluded by late summer. It must be noted that no changes in what has been approved by our voters will result from this work. It is technical rather than substantive. Second, the properties that SROA has obtained can now be included in our long-range planning efforts. This year, two major goals of the SROA board are to develop a long-range financial plan, as well as a comprehensive site and facilities plan. This latter process will also include consideration of our approved amenities plan. We have already heard from numerous owners who have a great deal of enthusiasm regarding use of the newly-gained parcels. We can now look realistically at issues such as river access, improved and expanded tennis facilities and parks, as well as various road and parking areas. And, although not as exciting, we also have the opportunity to address severe overcrowding problems at our Public Works yard, which includes the recycling facility. While there are many exciting ideas, those ideas must be thoroughly studied and prioritized as part of SROA’s planning processes.
In closing, it is important to recognize that the property exchange owners have overwhelmingly approved is another essential part of our plan to systematically address Sunriver’s future. First, we addressed the challenge of providing adequate reserves to support our capital infrastructure. Second, we addressed the need to replace the dilapidated and obsolete South Pool. As I trust you have already witnessed, we have achieved that goal on time and under budget with the spectacular SHARC facility — which has exceeded our most ambitious expectations. And, now we have added the last leg of our three-legged stool of stability. All of these advancements have been in accordance with our mission of protecting and enhancing our property values, our quality of life and the natural environment. And, of course, maintaining our position as the premier residential and resort community in the Pacific Northwest. Again, thanks to our owners and staff for their vision, confidence and commitment to our community and to their Sunriver Owners Association.
Summary of the SROA Board of Directors’ regular April meeting merce. Created the 2012 Summer Recreation Brochure. –Community Development: The 2012 paint survey is under way. The Design Committee is also reviewing paint sample boards and making new color updates. Work continues on the first phase of building 4 in the village. Buildings 2, 7, 8 and 9 were slated for demolition. During down times, staff is scanning archives for Caldera Treasurer’s report As of March 31, 2012 Springs and Crosswater. This work is a new revenue resource (unaudited/estimated) Revenues $1,500,963 for the department. –Environmental Services: Expenses 1,216,237 Income (loss) 284,726 Flagged property lines and Depreciation 142,035 marked trees for removal in the 2012 ladder fuels reduction Interfund transfers (597,747) contract area. Mailed ladder Surplus (deficit) (170,986) fuel reduction non-compliance advisory letters. –IT: Ordered and installed Owners forum new computers for some staff –None. at SHARC, Public Works and administration office. ComAssociation operations –Administration: Working pleted installation and testing with Group Mackenzie, LCG of all audio/visual equipment Pence and Tetra Tech for last- and software. –Public Works: Installed minute, punch-list projects at tennis nets, windscreens and SHARC. –Communications: Staff cre- benches. Crews will be busy ated VIP and media invitations with pathway reconstruction for the SHARC April ribbon projects through June. –Recreation/SHARC: Forcutting. Provided articles and images for the 2012 Sunriver malized a pool and water quality Visitors Guide published by process for SHARC. Facilitated the Sunriver Chamber of Com- first lifeguard training. Tennis, The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, April 21, 2012. Board members present: Bob Nelson, Scott Hall, Gary Knox, Pete Gustavson, Bob Wrightson, Chris Christensen, Richard Wharton and Patti Klascius. Absent: Roger Smith. Staff present: Bill Peck, Susan Berger.
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The next regular meeting tee presented the board with six candidates to fill three upcom- of the SROA board will take ing seats on the SROA Board place at 9 a.m. Saturday, May of Directors. The nominees 19 in the SROA administration are: Greg Froomer, Pat Hensley, building, 57455 Abbot Drive, David Jendro, Richard Jenkins, between circles 3 and 4, next to Jim Manary and Mark Murray. the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved minutes of the Ballots will be sent to owners meeting are posted, as available, in mid-July. The meeting adjourned at on the SROA website at www. Board actions sunriverowners.org –Approved minutes of March 10:05 a.m. 17 SROA board meeting. –Approved March 31 sumNeed to update your Sunriver owner ID? mary financial report (estimated/unaudited). –Certified the special election Joe Homeowner results. The property exchange between SROA and Sunriver Anywhere Lane, Sunriver Resort Limited Partnership 123-456-789 passed by 94.4 percent of the more than 2,500 ballots cast. –Tabled a motion to approve applications submitted by groups and/or clubs as used The SROA Homeowner ID (HOID) office is now in determining recognized orgalocated and open daily 8am-5pm at nizations approved for utilizing SHARC meeting space. The criteria will be re-reviewed and presented to the board in May. –Approved a refund of all 2012 assessments paid by an Sunriver Homeowners owner for payments made on a Aquatic & Recreation Center consolidated lot. –Accepted final 2011 audit Current owner ID or a 2012 SROA guest pass is required for access to report from Harrigan, Price & SHARC, North Pool or SROA tennis courts Fronk. Avoid the crowd and update your card at www.sunriverowners.org Board discussion For more information, call 541.585.5000 –The Nominating CommitAdventure and Guppy camps are updated on the SROA website and currently available for reservations. Adventure Camp staff has also been hired. A SHARC ambassador training session was held and 17 volunteers have signed up.
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Nominating Committee announces six SROA board candidates Greg Froomer After graduating from UCLA, Froomer started his career in equipment financing, becoming a vice president of credit and collections. After eight years, he struck out on his own. In 1991, he co-founded Quiktrak, where he has since been president and CEO and on the board of directors. Based in Beaverton, Quiktrak has 70 employees locally yet does business throughout the U.S., Canada and the UK, and deploys its products in 14 countries. Froomer has been especially instrumental in the financing and marketing activities of his company, and is proud of the great internal corporate culture he has helped to build, retaining many long time employees. The company has been listed four separate times in the Portland Business Journal’s list of fastest growing companies. While business and family have taken most of his attention, he found time to coach Special Olympics for nine years. Currently, he and his wife Lori live in Portland. He has been coming to Sunriver for 15 years because, in his words, he “loves everything about Sunriver.” He has owned in Sunriver for two years and realizes that there are many challenges as well as opportunities ahead, and his background has enabled him to develop the skills needed to be an effective board member.
Pat Hensley Hensley has a master’s degree in economics and a law degree from Georgetown University. After a brief stint as an economist for the U.S. Postal Service, she spent 30 years as an attorney at the Federal Trade Commission. Working first in Washington, D.C. and later in Seattle, she was the lead attorney on matters of antitrust, price fixing, consumer protection and deceptive advertising. One of her more visible cases was the Kroger acquisition of Fred Meyer. During her career, she also had the opportunity to be special advisor to the Trade Competition Commissions of South Africa and of Thailand. Since retiring to Sunriver, she has been active in the Mt. Meadow Quilters, serving on the board, chairing the Quilt Show in 2007, editing the newsletter, and researching and presenting information on copyright law as it pertains to quilters. Hensley is the coordinator of the Chapter One Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Sunriver Library. Most recently, she was involved in the letter writing campaign opposing closure of the Sunriver post office. As a board member, she would bring her analytical skills to bear on the various issues facing Sunriver. She favors a proactive, long-range approach to governance, and feels she could help keep Sunriver on a strong financial footing.
David Jendro Jendro has degrees in forestry management and business administration. After serving in the Navy, he carved out a career in forestry management. For more than 20 years, he was an economics and valuation consultant. In this role, he provided economic analyses, consulting and expert witness services to his clients. For the last 10 years, he has been doing so as a principal at Jendro and Hart LLC, of Sunriver and Gig Harbor. He has extensive experience dealing with a wide variety of regulatory bodies and professionals of many disciplines. Outside of work, Jendro has a long involvement in youth sports, both as a coach and an organizational vice president. He has served on several boards, including the High School Sports Booster Club and the Sunriver Anglers Club. He is on the finance council of Holy Trinity church and he is currently the chair of the Sunriver Environmental Committee. He is also a long time member of the Society of American Foresters. Jendro and his wife Teri moved to Sunriver full time in 2006. He is aware of and interested in many current initiatives and issues the SROA board will likely address in the near future. David believes that his skills will enable him to advance these issues to resolution in a profesTurn to Candidates, page 28
Sunriver Recycle Center What CAN and CAN’T be recycled
YES
Aluminum: Clean cans and foil, rinse and remove labels Tin cans: Clean & remove labels Glass bottles & jars: Clean, no lids Corrugated cardboard/brown bags: All boxes must be flattened Mixed paper: Junk mail, envelopes, white/colored paper, computer paper, tin can labels, wrapping paper, newspapers, magazines & catalogs Paperboard*: Cereal, cracker & shoe boxes, soda/beer cartons, paper egg cartons, paper towel tubes Plastic bottles: Neck must be smaller than the base
NO
No pie tins, foil wrapping paper or wrapping ribbon. No styrofoam or packing peanuts. No ceramics, plates or cups, baking dishes, Pyrex, light bulbs, mirrors or window glass. No lids from jars or bottles. No slick or wax coated cardboard or pizza boxes. No confettistyle shredded paper; paper strips OK. No butter, yogurt or sour cream type tubs. No dirty bottles or cans, rusty cans, paint or aerosol cans.
*Paperboard items can go in with with the regular recycling while corrugated cardboard (ie: shipping type boxes) should be flattened and placed in the cardboard recycle bin.
Do Not Dump Garbage!
Depositing anything other than the YES items listed above results in the entire load going into the landfill and none of it recycled
Recycle Center Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily SUNRIVER SCENE • MAY 2012
Audit of SROA 2011 books The accounting firm of Harrigan, Price, Fronk & Company, LLP, recently completed their audit of Sunriver Owners Association financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2011. They issued an unqualified opinion on those statements. Following is summary data based on their audit report. The complete audit report is available for review at the association office.
BALANCE SHEETS Assets Cash & cash equivalents Cash Restricted Investments Note receivable-operating fund Assessments receivable, net of allowance Franchise fee receivable Other receivables Investment in annuities Property & equipment, net of accumulated depreciation Other assets Due from Skypark fund Total assets
2010 1,381,275 1,280,972 373,529 76,747 41,166 93,402 32,574
2011 2,006,659 104,498 953,126 358,704 58,307 42,487 29,232 32,400
4,173,558 112,075 38,000 7,603,298
20,367,473 111,127 35,117 24,099,130
195,740
Liabilities & Fund Equity Liabilities Accounts payable Retainage payable Accrued expenses Deferred revenues Refundable deposits Deferred compensation payable Note payable Total liabilities
168,541 623,204 75,200 32,574 411,529 1,506,761
890,718 1,202,581 199,607 611,783 53,750 32,400 14,632,855 17,623,694
Fund equity
6,096,537
6,475,436
Total liabilities & fund equity
7,603,298
24,099,130
INCOME STATEMENT Revenues & Assessments Recreation revenue Design compliance Interest income Interfund interest income Communication revenue Cable television franchise fees Access card revenue Owners storage fees Other District revenue Grant revenue Gain on disposal of assets Total revenues
4,486,200 958,947 93,784 26,173 25,150 198,177 80,086 60,766 60,176 286,444 191,758 50,000 625 6,518,286
4,712,809 886,972 82,670 12,766 24,115 181,645 83,012 60,158 59,564 292,195 192,163 21,500 800 6,610,369
Expenses Administrative & legal Insurance Communications Facilities Maintenance Interfund interest expense Road & common area maintenance Owners’ storage yard Recreation expense Pathway rangers Building expenses Design Committee Environmental services Fleet services Accounting Operating projects Total expenses
777,752 126,788 297,288 40,609 25,150 2,281,042 22,077 935,978 30,000 36,401 274,261 438,862 339,962 247,956 146,432 6,020,558
737,568 137,639 301,351 33,598 24,115 2,581,114 12,819 984,062 30,000 35,658 302,308 426,564 340,011 281,341 3,322 6,231,470
Excess revenues over (under) expenditures 497,728 Fund equity-beginning of year 5,598,809 Fund equity-end of year 6,096,537
378,899 6,096,537 6,475,436
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of service for our members and guests. We also reviewed our mission, philosophy and code of ethics. A lot of time was spent cross training and Coffee with the GM familiarizing staff with 8 am, May 15 every aspect of the fa& June 12 cilities, programs and poliSHARC cies. Due to the logistics Hosmer Room of having three separate campuses (administration Owners are invited to learn the latest SROA offices, Public Works and news and ask questions. now SHARC) the importance of lateral service was one of our main topics. The day also Q: SROA held a daylong, all-employee allowed me to share with my staff the orientation at the SHARC on April 4. standards of performance that I expect What messages were presented to employees? and remind everyone that we are ladies A: It was a great learning and team and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlebuilding opportunity for all of us. men. “Excellence begins with us” is the Together we defined anticipated levels staff motto we adopted. Q: The time has come to open SHARC (indoor facilities opened April 30, outdoor facilities open May 26). Is everything in order and ready? What should owners and visitors to Sunriver expect? A: Everything is ready and raring to go. Owners should be prepared to be blown away! This facility is awesome and staff’s goal is to not just meet, but exceed expectations. We’re ready, so come and enjoy.
Q: You’ve changed SROA business hours to being open during the lunch hour. PFor many years, hours at the SROA administration building were closed during the lunch hour. Why the change? A: The change was initiated in our effort to provide the best service possible to our owners and guests. With that said, it was done with some hesitancy. We have never been open during our lunch hour for several important reasons. It has always been my belief that bad service can be worse than no service. We are a small organization, with very specialized departments, so it’s difficult for any one person to have all of the answers and be able to properly attend to everyone’s specific needs, e.g. billing and accounting inquiries, environmental questions and permits, architectural approvals and building permits, owner ID cards and recreation program enroll-
ments, advertising and articles in the Scene. We don’t have the number of employees needed to staff all of our various departments during the lunch hour, which can result in a frustrating wait for service. The other big challenge is for one person to properly answer all of the incoming phone calls. During normal business hours, we are fully staffed and prepared to personally handle all calls. While we are committed to remaining open during the lunch hour, we need your assistance in order to provide the best customer service possible. Please understand that our administrative and public works offices are fully staffed and prepared to serve all of your needs between the hours of 8 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m. If you choose to visit us dur-
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member of several local organizations, including being a board member and chair of Young Life of Bend, a board member and treasurer of Three Rivers Care for Kids Foundation, a board member and finance committee member of the Sunriver Christian Fellowship Church, and a board member and finance committee chair of Newberry Habitat for Humanity. Manary understands the role that volunteers play in our municipal-type government, and he would like to contribute his knowledge and experience in administration, finance and Attorney General’s office. He policy making in order to keep then moved on to the Oregon Sunriver a great place to live. Department of Revenue as a manager. He managed several Mark Murray Murray has a master’s degree divisions, including appeals, property tax, audit, collections in business from San Jose State. and administrative services. He After college, he worked in the also served as a tax advisor to private sector for the Lockheed the Senate and House Revenue Missiles and Space Company, Committees, and attained the at first on the technical side level of deputy director, the sec- and then moving into manageond highest position in Oregon ment positions on the business side. His career next took him Department of Revenue. Manary and wife Gail have to the public sector in the lived in Sunriver for more than Portland area. He worked for eight years. He has volunteered the Portland Public Schools in the SMART Reader pro- as the budget director. He gram, and he has been a board worked for the city of Portland
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as financial planning director. He worked for the Portland Development Commission as the chief financial officer and as the chief administrative officer. Currently, he is the principal of MC Murray Consulting LLC, which serves local government and educational entities. He is living in Sunriver and acting as the business manager for the Crook County School District. Murray has been involved in youth sports activities, both as a coach and a board member. He has also been a board member for the Greater Portland Academy of Finance and for the Point West Credit Union. He was a committee member of the finance and the budget committees of the City of Gresham. He is an active member of several professional associations. Throughout his career, Murray has acquired skills in developing financial and strategic plans and in implementing these plans. He grasps all sides of an issue and works well with various groups and individuals to develop solutions. Murray wants to use these skills to keep improving the Sunriver experience for homeowners, businesses and guests.
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Three popular authors to give presentations at Sunriver Books & Music William Sullivan will give a slide show presentation at 5 p.m. May 5 featuring an updated version of “100 Hikes In The Central Oregon Cascades.” New hikes have been added to the 2012 version of this classic hiking guide for the Central Oregon Cascades. Sullivan’s well-researched guidebooks are mainstays for Oregon hikers. Inspired by spectacular pictures featuring the best hiking trails in Central Oregon’s sublime Cascade Mountain Range, you will want to get out into the woods on one of the great trails. Sullivan has hiked every major trail in the state of Oregon and his guides highlight the best our beautiful state has to offer. Sullivan’s last book, “Oregon Favorites: Trails and Tales” highlighted his favorite trails across the state by month. It helps keep you hiking throughout the year. For a good experience on the trail pick up “100 Hikes in Southern Oregon,” “100
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Hikes in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington,” “100 Hikes Travel Guide: Oregon Coast and Coast Range,” and “Hiking Oregon’s History.” Sullivan has written many other interesting books including memoirs, books on Oregon, and works of fiction. Jane Kirkpatrick returns for another wonderful presentation on Saturday, May 19 at 7 p.m. for her latest historical fiction,
“Where Lilacs Still Bloom” set in Woodland, Washington. She will also be with us Sunday, May 20 at 11:30 a.m. for a walk benefitting Newberry Habitat for Humanity. “Where Lilacs Still Bloom” should spark new interest in Hulda Klager, a passionate gardener who contributed so much. Klager created a slew of gorgeous, fragrant new lilac cultivars at a time women were not expected to have interests outside homemaking. She also lived through the VanPort flood that wiped out a city and covered Woodland in water. Hulda faced many challenges but stayed true to her passion for creating beauty. Her gardens survive today, a showcase for a woman’s dedication to the creation of new cultivars of lilac with big, lustrous, beautiful blooms, rich color and heady fragrance. This is the story of a strong woman, the people she touched and a history of the
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Pacific Northwest. Kirkpatrick donates to Newberry Habitat for Humanity by annually leading a walk in Sunriver with ticket sales benefiting the nonprofit organization that helps people purchase affordable homes. The 3.1-mile walk begins at 11:30 a.m. at Sunriver Books & Music, proceeds to Sunriver Lodge, across the meadow with views of
Book clubs discuss writers in Paris, British soldiers in Italy, escape from Islam May’s book club selections are an eclectic array of interesting titles from the Travel Essay’s heartwarming story of a famous bookstore in Paris, to Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s chilling account in “Infidel.” Book clubs are a great ways to connect with other passionate readers and enjoy an evening discussing good books. Book clubs meet Mondays at 6:30 p.m., at Sunriver Books & Music. Travel Essay Book Club discusses “Time Was Soft There: A Paris Sojourn at Shakespeare & Co.” by Jeremy Mercer on May 7. Mercer fled Canada, abandoning his ca re e r a s a crime reporter after running into a spot of trouble with a source. He landed in Paris a sad, confused young man lacking a plan for the future. Shakespeare & Co. gave him a safe haven and an opportunity for renewal. The bookstore sheltered authors, providing them
a place to get their bearings, live cheaply, and write. This is a lively, entertaining story of a man, a city and a remarkable bookstore. Myst e r y B o o k C l u b discusses “Arcadia Falls” by Carol Goodman on May 14. Meg was living the good life with a big house in an upscale neighborhood, private school for her teenage daughter and an attractive husband. His sudden death leaves her alone, without funds, and wondering how she is going to cope. Meg accepts a teaching position in a small private school with an emphasis on art, hoping it will be a wholesome place to raise her daughter. But instead of a safe haven, she has found a web of dangerous secrets. Lily Eberhardt, one of the schools founders and an artist Meg admires, fell to her death along a slippery path near a raging river in 1947. Soon after Meg’s
arrival, another body will be claimed on the path. Dark and moody, full of artful illusions, this one will keep you guessing. Fiction Book Club discusses “The Wedding Officer” by Anthony Capella on May 21. Captain James Gould is posted to Naples with very strict instructions – keep the British troops from marrying all those pretty Italian women. WWII was rough on Italy, the Italian women were hungry, penniless, and without prospects for making a living. Most of them had lost family to the war. For many of them, marrying a serviceman
is the only way to avoid starvation or prostitution. Livia Pe r t i n i is a maestro in the kitchen; she has cooking in her blood. She is also easy on the eyes. Throw in a feisty Italian temperament and you have an intriguing woman. When she is hired as the cook for the
the mountains and back to the bookstore. For tickets call 541593-2525 or drop by Sere Prince the store. Halverson S e r e Prince Halverson will be at Sunriver Books & Music at 5 p.m. May 26 for a presentation on “The Underside of Joy.” It is a lovely story that works on so many levels. Ella finds her piece of paradise in the Redwoods when she stops in a small town and meets Joe. They set off fireworks right from the start. Joe’s wife has left him alone with their two adorable toddlers. Ella fits right into the family; she has always wanted children and she loves the little boy and girl fiercely. Joe calls her Ella Bella and makes her believe in forever. His sudden death shatters her world. She realizes they never talked about the hard stuff – his failing business, the children’s biological mother, the sorry state of their finances. Their little Eden had secrets and now they are coming home to roost. Author events are free and include refreshments. Jane Kirkpatrick’s walk benefiting Newberry Habitat for Humanity costs $10. Call 541593-2525, stop by, or e-mail sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks. com to sign up to attend and be entered in drawings for prizes.
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Three Rivers students forecast their future By Michelle Johnson In April, excited 8th graders at Three Rivers Middle School in Sunriver got together to make decisions about high school schedules for the fall. Diane McMillan and Michelle McDaniel, counselors from Bend and La Pine High Schools, trav-
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Artists selected for August art faire In only its third year, the reputation of the Sunriver Art Faire as an exceptional and welcoming show is spreading throughout the artist communities in the northwest and beyond. Word of mouth about the wonderful treatment given to the artists in attendance last year has helped build credibility for the faire. “This is my first visit to the area and I was not disappointed,” said one participating artist from Idaho. “The show is held in a beautiful setting and the people were very nice. Many shows I have been to do not treat the artists/vendors very well. Not the case here.” As of the application deadline, 127 artists had applied, competing for 60 available booth spaces. This made the job of the professional artists who juried the applicants’ artwork difficult, as the jurors were presented with an incredible body of work to judge. The decisions were made, and invitations have been sent to the selected artists. More have been put on a wait list in case a cancellations occur. The majority of the artists will be from Oregon, as the faire has a goal of supporting Oregon artists and are awarded a bonus point prior to the jury process. However, there are artists from other northwest states included and even one from New York. The faire should prove to be a varied display of artistic talents in the ever-increasing beauty of The Village at Sunriver. Faire dates are Aug. 10-12. More information can be found at www.sunriverartfaire.com
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SROA Recreation Department news: Owner IDs, looking for new Recreation Committee members By Shawn Cannon, SROA Recreation Director Let the splashing begin! The indoor areas of SHARC (pool, meeting rooms, owners’ living room and fitness facility) is officially open for business. Hours of operation will be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through May 25. All other SHARC amentities — outdoor pools, lazy river, water slides and tubing hill — will be open daily starting May 26. The realization that SHARC is finally open has resulted in a crush of Sunriver homeowners updating their recreation access cards. To make it easier for everyone, the Homeowner ID Office (HOID) has been permanently moved to SHARC. HOID will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Sunriver property owners and their dependents between
the ages of 4 and 23 who wish to have unlimited access to all SROA-owned facilities (including SHARC) need to have a current SROA ID card. You don’t have to wait in line to update your card. If you already have a newer swipe card, the annual recreation fee is $50 and can be renewed and paid for online (http://activenet16.active.com/ sunriverowners/). If you don’t already have an ActiveNet account from last year, you will need to “request” an account which may take up to 72 hours to become active before you can renew/pay online. For owners who have not yet obtained a swipe card, the new cards require a visit to the HOID office. Owners still receive 20 complimentary guest passes per
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property (available only with a current ID card). Passes must be picked up at the HOID office and will not be mailed. Multiple owner properties are eligible to receive additional
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British officers, James begins to find his duty less clear. After all, what is wrong with marrying a gorgeous Italian? The trials of living with war are not ignored in the “The Wedding Officer.” Italians fought a courageous underground movement to rid their country of fascism. Capella does an excellent job of conveying the feeling of a country suffering through WWII. He also gives us a lovely story about a man and a woman. And you will learn of one of the allies sillier ideas for defeating the Germans. Non-Fiction Book Club discusses “Infidel” by Ayaan Hirsi Ali on May 28. Ali is under threat of death for producing a film exposing domestic violence against Muslim women. The threat is not idle. Her coproducer, Theo van Gogh, was Information: 541-593-2525, murdered. This extraordinary www.sunriverbooks.com
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cards for up to five families per property. The extended family pass option ($120 per person) requires a visit to the HOID office and cannot be obtained online. Visiting guests accompanied by an owner (maximum four per card-holding owner), SHARC admission rates are $15 adults (pools, tubing, fit-
ness), $12 adults (pools, tubing only) and $10 children (pools, tubing only). Through May 25, general admission rates will be $18 adults, $15 for children 4-17 and seniors 60 or older. Starting Memorial Day weekend, rates will be $25 adults, $20 children or seniors. Three and four-day general public passes are also available. The daily general admission rate grants access to all SHARC aquatic amenities and tubing hill (excluding the owner fitness center). For those who just want to use the tubing hill, the rate is $15. For a full list of SHARC scheduling and admission rates, visit www.sunriverowners.org and go to SHARC in the teal-
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Volunteers needed for Recreation Committee We are looking for interested Sunriver owners to join the SROA Recreation Committee. The purpose of the committee is to assist the SROA Board of Directors and general membership in developing and implementing plans regarding recreation in Sunriver. The committee will undertake assignments as directed by the board. Additionally, it will act as a resource for the board when information and/or recommendations are requested on issues pertaining to recreation. For more details, contact Shawn Cannon at 541-5853143 or shawnc@srowners.org
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Sunriver Golf News: When PAR is great off the course By Paul J. Grieco, SRMGC Score another PAR for the Resort Sunriver Resort distinguished itself with existing and new members and golfers in the surrounding community by keeping its 2012 rates the same as during the 2011 season. Another terrific perk was announced by Scott Ellender, director of resort operations – the PARS program, in which all annual golf nembers, for no additional cost during the golf season, get a 20 percent dining discount at all Sunriver Resort facilities, including the oncourse grills, and for clothing purchases at resort shops. (Alcohol and equipment purchases are not discounted). Meadows open now, Woodlands at end of May The 2012 golf season got off to a rousing start with a well-attended annual breakfast where ten new members of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club were introduced. Two days later, annual golf members were treated to a Member Appreciation Day of golf at the Meadows followed by a buffet and libations in the Hearth Room of the Sunriver Lodge. The members’ official competitive season began April 25 and continues for 27 weeks until the end of October. SRMGC events are held almost every Wednesday (except Aug. 29 when the resort hosts a Pacific Amateur event, and Sept. 19, when the resort hosts
the PNWGA tournament). Thanks to the efforts of Josh Willis, director of golf operations of the Woodlands and Meadows courses, and Don Olson, SRMGC president, club members have secured tee times for at least 32 players at the two Black Butte Resort courses, on the “dark” We d n e s d a y s of Aug. 29 (at the redesigned Glaze Meadow) and Sept. 19 (at Big Meadow). If you played only in all official SRMGC events, including match play events, Resort Cup events (against other clubs), and home-and-homes, the number would quickly exceed 30 events, not counting the numerous times you would join other club members for friendly weekly competitions on other days of the week – one of the perks repeatedly extolled by new members as an unexpected benefit of membership. Another benefit the SRMGC will be offering is a subsidized lunch once a month from June through September on a members’ play day. Great venues, rates for annual memberships For those who plan to play one or more times per week, the average cost per round is incredibly low. For instance if you played three times per week and
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Sunriver Music Festival Faire features a Beatles to Beethoven theme Tickets are now available for the Sunriver Music Festival’s major fundraiser, Festival Faire that will be held Aug. 5 at the historic Sunriver Resort Great Hall. The theme of this year’s Faire is “Beatles to Beethoven,” a phrase coined by the Festival’s new Artistic Director George Hanson. “Our 35th season will kick off with our Pops Concert called Classical Mystery Tour, a tribute to the music of the Beatles,” Hanson said. “Beethoven will be the prevalent composer throughout the festival, includ-
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stantaneous feedback and online posting of weekly results and year-to-date standings in prize categories. Other benefits include match play at Sunriver, and tournaments with other clubs in Central Oregon. Membership is not limited to only Sunriver residents, as there are many members from surrounding communities as well as other parts of the state. Perhaps the greatest benefit of all is that many of the members play in regular competitions with each other on other days of the week, some throughout the year, forming lasting friendships and having lots of fun in the process. Find the club online at www. srmensgolf.com. Apply for SRMGC membership using the Membership Registration tab in the menu. Paul J. Grieco is secretary of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com
ing the Beethoven Symphony 9 with the Central Oregon Mastersingers. Beatles to Beethoven was a logical and catchy theme for this year.” Festival Faire “Beatles to Beethoven” will include an elegant dinner prepared by the Sunriver Resort chefs. Guests will be greeted with hors d’oeuvres and beverages as they peruse silent and live auction items. During dinner and the live auction, music will be provided by the 2012 Young Artist Scholarship winners. Festival Faire begins at 4:30 p.m. and tickets are $100 per guest. Guests can purchase tickets individually or create a full table of eight guests. All Festival Faire proceeds directly support the Young Artist Scholarship program and the Sunriver Music Festival’s 35th season, bringing worldclass musicians to Sunriver to perform as the Sunriver Music Festival Orchestra. The 35th season of Sunriver Music Festival runs from Aug. 10–22. Concerts are at the historic Great Hall at the Sunriver Resort, the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend, the Bend High School auditorium and the Family Concert will be at SHARC. Festival event brochures are available in the Sunriver Music Festival office in The Village at Sunriver building 25 and at www.sunrivermusic.org. Information: 541-593-9310 or email tickets@sunrivermusic.org SUNRIVER SCENE • MAY 2012
more importantly service our owners who don’t live close by. continued from page 28 Thank you in advance for your ing the lunch hour (noon to 1 understanding and I apologize p.m.) we will have limited staff if this new schedule causes any to serve you and you may find inconvenience. that you have to wait. Q: SROA recently received an However, the new SHARC facility is open daily from to unqualified, “clean” opinion on serve all of your recreational its 2011 financial records. What does this mean to you and to the needs. We also provide on our community? A: It means to me that we w e b s i t e ( w w w. s u n r i v e r owners.org) a lot of information have the professional staff and and forms you can use to enroll accounting procedures in place in recreation programs, pay as- to do it right. We are fortunate sessments and other things that to have Pete Nielsen, our conwill hopefully eliminate some of troller for the past 25 years, the need to visit our offices and heading up the accounting
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department. Under Nielsen’s fiscally watchful eye we have obtained a “clean” opinion each of the 25 years he has been with the association. What it means to the community is that the appropriate checks and balances are in place to ensure that the association is fiscally responsible and properly cares for their assets. Q: Recently you were invited to make a presentation to Economic Development of Central Oregon (EDCO). Was EDCO, the organization that was involved in bringing the Facebook data center to Prineville, impressed
New law enforcement records system launched Sunriver Scene news sources On April 18, a shared law enforcement records system was successfully launched for five Deschutes County law enforcement agencies including the Sunriver Police Department. The Bend Police Department, Deschutes County Sheriff ’s Office, Redmond Police Department and the Black Butte Police also utilize the system. The previous records management system shared by the local law enforcement agencies in Deschutes County was developed and implemented in 1985. In 2009 it was recognized this system could not be upgraded to meet the present and future needs of law enforcement, and could no longer be supported by the manufacture, or support staff. In December 2010, New World Systems, of Troy Michigan was selected to provide an updated and modernized records management system for all local law enforcement agencies in Deschutes County. The initial project was financed through cooperative agreement between the five
participating law enforcement agencies and the 911 Service District, with all future operational and maintenance costs being paid for by the participating law enforcement agencies based upon their use of the system. The new records management program includes updated software, which, for the first time, gives law enforcement agencies the ability to statistically track crimes, identify crime patterns, map criminal activity by area and types of crimes. Additionally, this system will allow officers and deputies to complete their police report from their patrol cars, standardize how all law enforcement agencies in Deschutes County
write, disseminate, and track their police reports. It is anticipated the New World records management system will significantly reduce the amount of time law enforcement agencies spend handling the tens of thousands of police reports and law enforcement documents they produce every year. The crime tracking and mapping components of the New World system will give law enforcement agencies within Deschutes County the ability to identify high crime areas, repeat offenders, crime patterns and give them a tool to focus their limited resources to obtain the best results in dealing with crime.
folks during the summer season, many of them coming from south county. Sunriver creates approximately 1,000 full time jobs year round. Going forward we believe SHARC will attract more visitors during the shoulder seasons — creating even more jobs and prosperity for the local business community. Sunriver is definitely on the move and everyone, including EDCO, is excited. Reinvestment in the community by Sunriver Resort, Village at Sunriver and SROA has definitely renewed and restored the pride in Sunriver. You see it in everyone’s smile.
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Hours through May 25 Indoor pool and owner fitness open daily Mon.–Sat., 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun., 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission Rates through May 25 FREE for owners with 2012 SROA ID, owner guest passes, IRAP or recreation access members. No tubing hill until May 26. Guest accompanied by SROA card-holding owner/member (up to 4 guests per owner): • Adult $12 aquatics & tubing • Adult $15 aquatics, fitness & tubing • Child (4-17) $10 aquatics
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with what’s going on in Sunriver? A: Of course they were… why wouldn’t they? We have a great success story to tell and Sunriver plays an important role in the prosperity of south Deschutes County (south of Lava Butte). Our calculations show that local projects and capital improvements in the Sunriver area will inject somewhere in the neighborhood of $175 million dollars into the Central Oregon economy. Those dollars equate to the creation of local jobs, sales and services for the entire Sunriver area. The Sunriver community alone employs nearly 2,000
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SROA staff ready to welcome visitors to SHARC include: (standing left to right) Jason Schneider, Griffin Priebe, Kim Daggett, Corina Seamons, pool lifeguards in red, Phil Murray and Ethan Thatcher. Kneeling left to right: Amanda Harder, Emily Savko and Shawn Cannon.
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Sunriver Service District Managing Board April meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on April 19. Board members present: Debra Baker, Jim Wilson, Bob Wrightson, Ron Angell, Bob Nelson. Public input: There was none. Financial Report: Not available. Board actions: -Approved minutes of the March 15 regular meeting. -Approved payment of $12,288.13 to SROA for accounting, administrative and vehicle maintenance services rendered in March. -Sharon Smith came out of retirement to temporarily fill the administrative assistant’s position left vacant by Jan Michelsen’s resignation. Even though not advertised, applications for the position were received. Directors Wilson and Wrightson were assigned to review the applications. -Replaced the administration computer at a cost of $700. A new phone line is being installed to the administration office. When operational, the new number will be posted to the district website. -Approved the unaudited March financial report. Treasurer Wrightson said it may be necessary to transfer contingency funds to cover employee health and dental expenses. -Reviewed the police chief hiring process (see page 45). -Approved the disposal of surplus equipment (dry erase
board, dilapidated tables). -Approved $13,065.13 cost of equipping new police cars. -Approved a records management intergovernmental agreement with Deschutes County at cost of $1,401 to the Sunriver Police Department for the first year of the five-year agreement (see page 33). -Approved an amendment to the district’s enforcement of SROA rules and regulations concerning tree cutting on SROA common property. Tree cutting violations on private property will be handled by SROA. -The Board of Deschutes County Commissioners (BOCC) sent a copy of their response to former police chief Mike Kennedy’s March 8 letter in which he asked the commissioners to reinstate him, remove the district board members who fired him, and rescind the management agreement between SROA and the district. The BOCC said they had no involvement in Kennedy’s termination and no authority to reinstate him. They noted the Sunriver police chief is a district position, not a county position and therefore is not covered by the county employee grievance process. The BOCC declined to rescind or change the structure of the SROA/SSD management agreement. Chief’s reports: Fire: -The Sunriver Fire Depart-
Notice of Special MeetiNg Sunriver Chief of Police Finalists
Thursday, May 17, 3 p.m. in Benham Hall at SHARC The Sunriver Service District Board of Directors will hold a public town hall meeting to introduce the finalists for the position of Sunriver Police Chief. This is an opportunity for the public to observe the candidates in a question and answer interview process conducted by a special interview panel. Following the interviews, those in attendance will be invited to provide the SSD board with written comments regarding the candidates.
ment responded to 31 incidents in March, including 20 emergency medical service calls, two medical assists and two motor vehicle accidents with injuries – one involving a pedestrian. There were no fires during the month. -The department served pancakes and offered blood pressure checks during its first community outreach program at Sage Springs Club & Spa April 18. Chief Hatch said it was a good first event that generated a lot of positive feedback. -The Firemen’s 4th of July Picnic has been combined with Kids Day in May in an event titled Sunriver’s 4th of July Festival. Smokey Bear will make an appearance and a Life Flight helicopter will be on static display, among many other events and displays planned in The Village at Sunriver. -Forty community residents and business people received CPR training during the month. -An engineer eligibility exam was conducted and the Civil Service Commission certified a list with three candidates qualified for promotional consideration when openings occur. -The department presented a lease agreement to Sunriver Resort for a 2-acre parcel of land near Lake Penhollow on which it proposes to construct a training facility. The Resort responded with a counterproposal. Turn to SSDMB, page 35
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Selected log entries from the Sunriver Police - February 2011 DCJ = Deschutes County Jail DCS = Deschutes County Sheriff Office SFD = Sunriver Fire Department SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center R&Rs = Rules & Regulations UTL = unable to locate
3/1 Officers dispatched to vehicle that slid off the roadway. 3/2 A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for illegal backing. Driver was operating the vehicle with a suspended license. A citation was issued for illegal backing, driving while suspended, and for no insurance. 3/3 Contact with a guest regarding Sunriver rules pertaining to dogs being under voice command when off-leash. 3/3 Agency assist with a child abuse case that originated in Bend. 3/4 A welfare check was performed for a family member at a residence. In person contact with a neighbor confirmed seeing the individual leave the house that morning. Telephone contact with the reporting party. 3/5 Contacted Public Works regarding a tree blocking a lane. 3/6 Contact made with a contractor working past designated hours. 3/7 Public assist with directions and a police escort to a destination. 3/8 Agency assist with a vehicle stuck in the snow after following GPS directions. Courtesy transport to their residence. 3/10 Telephone contact made with a homeowner regarding a tree that had fallen on his house. Homeowner was aware of the situation. 3/10 Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle for failure to drive within lane. After refusing to take field sobriety tests, the subject was transported to the DCJ and blew a .20 blood alcohol level and was lodged for driving under the influence of intoxicants and cited for driving without a license. 3/10 A message was left for a homeowner regarding a tree on their home. 3/11 Contact made with a lost juvenile. A courtesy transport was provided. While en route, the juvenile’s parents were located. 3/11 A juvenile was discovered sleeping at a business but fled the area before police arrived. 3/12 A courtesy transport to a homeless shelter in Bend was given to a male who did not have a place to stay. 3/13 Agency assist with locating a vehicle operated by a driver under the influence of intoxicants. Vehicle located and stopped by deputies. 3/14 Responded to a guest who had been in a single vehicle accident. No injuries. A tow truck arrived on scene and a courtesy transport provided. 3/14 Contact made with four juveniles who were walking around a residence that they did not belong at. After determining that no damage was caused to the residence, the juveniles were transported to their residence and released to their parents’ custody. Parents were advised of the incident. 3/16 Traffic stop on a vehicle for no headlights and driving the wrong way around a circle. After consenting to and failing sobriety tests, the subject was transported to the DCJ and blew a .13 blood alcohol level and was lodged for driving under the influence of intoxicants and cited for the traffic violations. 3/17 Traffic stop on a vehicle for violations. Contact was made with the driver who admitted to drinking and being on parole. Telephone contact made with parole officer who placed a detainer on subject for violating two conditions of his parole. Subject was transported to the DCJ for a parole violation and issued a citation for driving without a license and uninsured. 3/18 While en route from DCJ to Sunriver, a vehicle had crashed into the weigh station sign on Highway 97. Driver who admitted to drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana. After failing field sobriety tests, subject was transported to the DCJ with a .14 blood alcohol level and lodged for driving under the influence, reckless driving, criminal mischief II and possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. 3/21 Agency assist with an attempt to locate a driver going the wrong way at the Cottonwood/Highway 97 exit. 3/22 Assist with a vehicle crash involving a driver under the influence. 3/23 Traffic stop on a vehicle for violations. After consenting to and failing field sobriety tests, the subject was transported to the DCJ and refused to take a breath test. Person lodged for driving under the influence and cited for refusing to take a breath test. 3/23 Dispatched to the golf course for a juvenile who walked out on the ice and fell through it. Juvenile was pulled out of the water by a friend. 3/23 Burglary of a flat screen television and DVD player from a residence. 3/24 Dispatched to a 911 hang-up at a residence. Wrong number dialed. 3/25 Non-injury, single vehicle crash. Driver failed sobriety tests and was taken to DCJ, blew a .23 blood alcohol level and lodged for driving under the influence. Also cited for failure to drive within lane. 3/26 Agency assist with a medical call. The subject was deemed to be a danger to themself and was transported to SCMC. 3/27 Contact made with guest regarding a barking dog. Advised on rules and verbally warned that a citation would be issued if the problem persisted. 3/29 Parking issue with vehicles and a snowmobile trailer. 3/29 Accident involving a child on a bicycle running into the back of a vehicle. Victim transported to SCMC. The driver of the vehicle was not at fault. 3/29 Contact made with homeowners regarding discarded ashes behind their house that had smoldered into several trees. SUNRIVER SCENE • MAY 2012
Would your home survive in a wildfire situation? By Kate Lighthall Fire science demonstrates that if you create and maintain a defensible/survivable space around your home, it has an 80 percent chance of surviving a wildfire without fire de-
partment assistance. Those are great odds and FireFree encourages residents to take that bet and get prepared for the upcoming wildfire season. Now is the time to clean up your yard and create defensible
Sunriver police serve in honor guard
Officers from the Sunriver Police Department are proud to announce their involvement with the Central Oregon Law Enforcement Honor Guard. This distinguished and dedicated group of men and women consists of officers from Redmond, Bend, and Black Butte Ranch police departments, Oregon State Police and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. Graduates of the National Honor Guard Academy are training Sunriver officers and others on the team. This team will serve at ceremonies of distinction in Deschutes County and wherever else they are needed. The first deployment of the new joint team will be at the Law Enforcement Memorial Service, which will be held at Hero’s Park on Greenwood Avenue in downtown Bend. The ceremony will be Tuesday, May 15 and begin promptly at 11 a.m. The public is encouraged to attend. Information: 541-593-1014. on Bike Patrol applicants began in late-March. Chief Mills conducted interviews with the finalists in early-April. Job offers were extended in late-April and training of eight officers begins May 5. -Citizen Academy began April 2 with a record 26 participants. -While returning from delivering a suspect to the county jail in Bend, officer Hughes was first on the scene of an accident at the weigh station on Highway 97. A motorist had knocked down a sign and run off the road. The driver was in possession of marijuana. Hughes arrested and transported the suspect to the county jail. -Officer Kennedy stopped a motorist driving the wrong way in a Sunriver roundabout. The motorist refused a field sobriety test and was taken to Deschutes County Jail where she blew a .20 blood alcohol level. She was lodged for driving under the influence of intoxicants
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Police: -In March, the Sunriver Police Department investigated 76 incidents, followed up on 38 and issued 14 case numbers; arrested nine individuals; conducted 188 onproperty, 19 off-property and 139 public assists; issued 149 warnings and 22 citations for traffic violations; responded to 21 incidents of violations of Sunriver Rules and Regulations and issued 12 warnings; and issued 22 warnings of pathway violations. -The Sunriver Police Department was re-accredited by the Oregon Accreditation Alliance following a 2-day assessment in which not a single file was found to be out of order. The Oregon State Police Chiefs’ Association honored the department for being re-accredited. The accreditation certificate will be held until the next chief’s name is known. -Background investigation
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By Marc Mills, Sunriver Interim Police Chief On Saturday, June 9, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Sunriver Police Department will sponsor its first document shredding and prescription medication drop-off event of 2012 in the front parking lot of the Sunriver Police Department at 57455 Abbot Drive. SecureShred, a division of Bend Garbage & Recycling, will be collecting and shredding personal documents. This event is intended for personal residential document shredding and drug disposal, not for business or company disposal. No advance document sorting is necessary as shredding equipment can destroy paperwork with paper clips and staples attached. File folders may also be shredded. The event is free to the public. We ask that you consider bringing a donation of non-perishable food to benefit Care and Share, a local nonprofit organization that provides food to local families.
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Hardwood floors: One of the easiest home upgrades By Mike Sampson One of the easiest and most dramatic improvements you can make to increase the look and value of your home is to select and install hardwood flooring. Replacing wall-towall carpet with hardwood flooring has been a successful trend in effective remodeling for the past several years. This brings an added benefit of contributing to a healthier living environment. Hardwood floors trap fewer allergens including dust, pollen and dust mites than other flooring types. Flooring maintenance is therefore reduced. Carpet needs regular cleaning. Even tile requires maintenance of resealing the grout, as well as occasional surface cleaning. With recent improvements in wood floor finishes, the original finish requires very little maintenance. Usually occasional cleaning with a damp mop will keep the finish looking new. An effective cleaning solution is the old standby of mixing one cup of white vinegar to a gallon of warm water. Sponge mop and dry. Additionally
some manufacturers warrant their factory applied finish for 30 years or more with this kind of maintenance. Unlike most floor coverings, hardwoods come from a sustainable, natural resource. Long gone are the days when timber was cut down with little thought for the long-term consequences on the nation’s forests. We have seen that here in the West, with our huge acreages of managed national forests. However, unlike western forests, hardwood forests are predominately owned by hundreds of small tract growers who manage those forests to ensure continued resources for the future. In fact, according to the U.S. Forest Service statistics, almost twice as much hardwood timber is added every year through new growth, as is harvested. And there is more standing hardwood timber today than there was 50 or even 100 years ago. Choosing a hardwood floor for your remodeling project requires some knowledge of the various types of construction, and a basic understanding of
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the wood species options, the various textures, and/or finishes that are on the market, or can be applied on the job. We can discuss some of the basics here. Products • Solid hardwood is the traditional wood floor. It is constructed of a single piece of sawn lumber which is milled into a tongue and groove finished product. This product is best suited to be installed over a plywood or OSB subfloor. • Engineered hardwood is composed of multiple layers glued together in a cross-grain lamination. The face is usually a 5mm thick hardwood, with the substrate being of a different less expensive hardwood, often Birch. This product can be installed over a plywood subfloor, concrete subfloor, or over a radiant heat subfloor system. • Laminates have come on the market in the last 15 years. They are made in a variety of ways, usually with a resin impregnated simulated hardwood face on a fiberboard core. Species Many more species are available today than were several years ago. The world market has come to your front door. The North American species remain dominate with a variety of grades of hickory, white oak, red oak, walnut, cherry, ash, maple, etc. In addition you can now find mahogany, teak, sapele, jatoba, padouk, iroko and a variety of other species also available. A new trend is to use reclaimed wood products. Some of the more popular are barnwood, wine barrel staves, wine slats, antique heart pine, Doug-
The Janka rating measures wood hardness. The higher the rating the better the floor will hold up under traffic.
las fir sawn timbers, and even reclaimed white oak from old warehouse floors. Remember that all woods vary in terms of hardness. For example hickory is harder than walnut. The industry has at least a couple of methods of measuring hardness. One is the Janka Hardness Rating. Hardness can become important depending upon anticipated traffic volume, or if there are large pets in the home. Surface In addition to the majority of hardwood floors that you can purchase with a hard smooth
factory finish, there are other options that you may prefer. The pre-finished flooring products all come with a micro-bevel at least along the edges of the individual boards. If you prefer no bevel, then you will purchase an unfinished flooring product and have it prepared and finished “on the job.” This process gives the area a more monolithic look. Textured surfaces are very popular for certain styles of homes. They range from a wire brushed surface, to hand scraping, circle sawing, skip sawing, Turn to Hardwood, page 37
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Are licensed contractors and vendors necessary? By Shannon Bassett With times continuing to be tough, everyone is looking for a good deal. One place you don’t want take shortcuts is with an unlicensed contractor or service provider. I manage three or four big construction jobs every year for my clients and loads of smaller projects from remodels, electrical repairs to plumbing and even landscaping. There are plenty of unlicensed contractors out there these days, often with lower bids. However, what can seem like a good deal can wind up costing you in the end. As a result, I always use a licensed contractor. A contractor’s license offers the homeowner some degree of protection during and after the project. An active license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) indicates that someone in the company attended classes for their trade, passed a state exam and can legally work in the State of Oregon. Equally important is the insurance and bonding required by the CCB that protects the homeowner. Liability insurance covers property and bodily injury losses caused by the contractor. Surety bonds pay damages to the homeowner if the contractor fails in his or her duties. Finally, workers’ compensation covers employees who are injured on the job and ensures that those injury claims don’t come back to you, which they could if your contractor doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance. In addition through the CCB, you as the homeowner have protections, including an avenue to complain and/or recover and receive monetary compensation if problems occur. How do I make sure I am getting a licensed contractor? Or more importantly, how can you? Check the CCB website for the status of the contractor by name or number at www.hirealicensedcontractor.com. CCB
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ity of the work and timeliness. Did the contractor stick to the original budget numbers? Ask if the client was happy with the contractor’s work. Did the homeowner have any issues with problems after the project was over? Did the contractor come back and take care of everything? Mistakes do happen and sometimes mid-project we homeowners change our minds. In my experience the best contractors have been those who stand behind their work. If your unlicensed contractor
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In a multiple bid situation, I rarely go with the lowest bid. Rather I look at the entire project and select the contractor who will meet the budget and be there for the long term to fix any issues. I’d much rather work with a licensed contractor I know I can rely on. Not only do I run into fewer problems on the job, but the peace of mind provided by the additional protection should any problems arise is worth every penny of the extra expense. Sh a n n o n B a s s e t t ow n s and operates Home Fridays. 541-317-3088 or shannon@ homefridays.com
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skip planing, hand distressing, pillowed edges, or a combination to name a few. These types of hardwood floors are very popular in the mountain west resort areas. Grades Understand exactly what grade of hardwood flooring you are considering. The “rustic and character” grades will contain the natural markings and color variance found in the wood. These two grades may also contain natural knots or knot holes. The “select & better,” and “clear” grades are cleaner in appearance and often used for formal rooms. Some species just naturally have a lot of character, like hickory. Others don’t have
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Cruise News: Traveling couple gets the surprise of their life By Betsy Sherr
The following is a true story. Two schoolteachers from Green Bay, Wisc., Rod and Kathy Leadley, wanted to visit Rod’s brother Doug in Scottsdale, Ariz., to escape the cold winter weather. Being on a budget, they asked Doug if they could stay with him. Not having room, Doug suggested his buddy’s home, a local dentist, who had an extra bedroom they could use. So, Kathy and Rod flew to Phoenix, rented a car and drove to a bar where Doug, the dentist (Dr. Dean), and others were celebrating a recent win at a horse show. The Leadleys briefly met Dr. Dean before he left the party early. Doug gave them Dr. Dean’s address and, even though it was dark, they found their way to his home. This was before GPS. It was a small condo complex. “1005” was clearly marked on the outside of the condo. Rod and Kathy lugged their luggage up a flight of stairs and found Unit #20. They found keys in the door leading
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them to believe Dr. Dean had left them so they could enter without waking him. They quietly opened the door, locked the door behind them and found an empty bedroom right by the door. They unpacked, hung clothes in the closet, went into the bathroom to brush their teeth and went to bed. They were close enough to the other bedroom they could see feet dangling off the end of a bed, which they presumed was Dr. Dean’s room. Kathy was also looking forward to showing off to Rod her new nightie she had bought for this special vacation. That is when their adventure really began. Shortly after they retired for the evening, a loud bang on
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Ends up they were in the wrong condo. They went to 1005 North instead of 1005 South, which was right next door! They had entered a local golf pro’s home, who was already in bed with his wife and new baby daughter. The wife woke up and asked her husband, “Do you have relatives coming to visit you forgot to tell me about?” Terrified, they called police. It took a while to straighten this out, but eventually Rod and Kathy were released at 3
a.m. When they got back to Green Bay, they were startled to see their picture and story splattered across the front page of the local paper. Even though they are both now retired, it is still a very funny story to share. Doug is my neighbor here in Scottsdale and I am happy to report he owns a lovely large home to accommodate Rod and Kathy whenever they visit. Betsy can be reached at 541385-0499 or Betsy.Scherr@ gmail.com
Asia Watch: How does Asia survive the global financial crisis? By Michael J. Ranieri the West and anxious to comI’m often asked why the East pete with Asian neighbors. It Asian economies have per- therefore doesn’t surprise me formed as well as they have over that this nation, which was the last 30 years, and once ravaged by war, why have quickly has posted an annual bounced back from per capita growth the Asian financial rate of 5.3 percent crisis of 1997 and since 1986 – faster the more recent than any other Asian global financial crieconomy apart from sis of 2007-2008. China. Here is my take: Sound economic Well-educated Michael Rainieri management. The workforce. There Chinese decision to has been a strong emphasis on adopt “socialism with Chinese education by central and local characteristics” is an example governments and at the family of sound economic policy. level all across the region, even This phrase regarding socialin a very poor country like ism, which has been used since Vietnam. Did you know that 1982, actually refers to China’s at the time the U.S. lifted the capitalistic free market reforms. trade embargo with Vietnam I believe that the decision by the in the early ’90s and while so-called “Asian tigers” of South Vietnam had little contact Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, with the outside world it had Thailand, Hong Kong and a literacy rate more than 95 China to grow their economies percent? So when Vietnam on the back of exports while opened for business it could creating an environment in rely on an educated workforce which personal savings could that was hungry to learn from flourish, and then managing to channel those savings into high levels of investment, was the right course to take. Political stability. While there have been hiccups along the way (coups in Thailand, the Tiananmen incident in China, etc.) by and large Asia has been peaceful which must be the case in order to attract direct foreign investment and grow
your economy. Cheap labor. There has been an abundance of cheap labor throughout the Asia region during the past 25 years, which was fueled by a vast migration of rural poor into the cities from China all the way down to Indonesia. This source of cheap labor helped make exports more competitive and attracted the Hong Kong, Taiwanese, Singaporean, and eventually Korean, American and Japanese investors to the region. I might add here that today it is no longer so cheap to employee staff in China, whether they are in the service or the manufacturing sector. Salaries are rising sharply and there is no longer a wide gap between salaries on China’s eastern seaboard where most of the export-oriented factories and foreign banks are located and here in the US. Where will be the next cheap labor hot spot? Some say Bangladesh – especially for readymade garment opportunities. Undervalued local currencies against the dollar. I’m thinking of, in particular, the “yuan” or “renminbi” which make China’s exports so competitive but the same could be said of the Japanese “yen” or Korean “won” at various times over the last quarter century. American defense umbrella. Turn to Watch, page 39
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Pendergraft, HomeFederal Bank and Craig Smith, Coldwell Banker Morris Real Estate. Since 1953, United Way of Deschutes County has been helping people in our community to improve their lives and build a better community by tapping into the caring power of people and organizations. United Way systematically identifies needs and critical issues, and brings together people
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ticularly important in the trade processing functions of banks. Intense competition. Just whisper to someone that you are thinking about opening an office (especially a regional office) in Asia and see how fast a representative from economic rivals Hong Kong and Singapore, contact you offering tax incentives to open an office in their respective markets. To a lesser extent, Australia and South Korea also compete for regional business. There is even intense competition within China should you wish to open a factory there. Chinese cities and towns compete with each other for business all the time. Meet with the local officials and they’ll tell you why their locality is better than another one you might be considering. They will offer you tax holidays, tax rebates – all kinds of very attractive incentives.
Reverse brain drain. Many young talented Asians, once they get a good education and work a few years abroad, are now opting to return to their native country. This wasn’t the case when I first traveled to Asia in the 1970s. The Chinese call these returnees “haigui” or “sea turtles.” They are “swimming home” to take high-level positions at multinational companies and contribute to their homeland’s modernization. Business acumen of overseas Chinese. The wise though oftentimes risky decision by entrepreneurs in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore to invest (establish factories) in South China when the Japanese, Americans and others were reluctant to do so in the 1980s and early 1990s. Patriotism. When confronted with a financial crisis Asians tend to rally behind their re-
spective governments and work together to find solutions. They, by and large, dispense with bipartisan politics while turmoil persists. I saw this first hand while I worked with the Koreans in 2007 - 2008 and during my stay in Hong Kong while the Asian financial crisis unfolded in 1997-1998. Compare how quickly and successfully Asians dealt with the passage of their respective stimulus packages with the way which we did so here in America.
tributions and Stuart Woolley, Workhorse of outgoSolutions. ing board In addition to welcoming the members new board members the board — Jeff elected the following officers Ludeman, to serve a one-year term: presiBank of the dent Dennis Luke; first viceCascades; president John Salzer; second John Salzer Sally Morvice-president Corky Senecal ton, Redmond Community and treasurer Lisa Ihander. The United Way of De- Volunteer; Mike Oman, Bend schutes County praises the con- Community Volunteer; Sheri
The United Way of Deschutes County announces the election of nine new volunteers to its board of directors. “Our board of directors is actively involved in the local community and brings a wealth of expertise and talent to our organization,” explained Dennis Luke, president of the United Way of Deschutes County, “Each member will actively help us accomplish our organizational objectives; identify appropriate community programs for funding; ensure efficient distribution of contributor dollars and direct the overall impact of our United Way’s work in Deschutes County.” Joining the board for a threeyear term are: David Brandt, City of Redmond; Steve Eslinger, Community Volunteer; Angela Hubler, Callan Accounting Services CPA; LeAnn Piper, U.S. Bank; Rob Poirier, Deschutes County 911; Pat Roden, Community Volunteer; Mike Stanley, SELCO Credit Union; Dan Stevens, PacificSource Health Plans; Bob Thomas, Community Volunteer and Sean Watt, Home Federal Bank. Those serving a second three-year term are Bill Baker, Horizon Broadcast Group; Bob Shaw, NewsChannel 21
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Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Korea did not have to spend exorbitant amounts of money on defense/weaponry on a per capita to GDP basis while the U.S. picked up the bulk of the tab, particularly during the 1960s and ’70s when these East Asian economies started to take off. Strong work ethic. I did not meet many lazy people during my years in Asia. People tend to work hard and they are reliable. They have a good attitude and disposition, which has served them quite well in many industries, especially in the tourism and airline industries. Some of the best airlines and hotels can be found in Asia. I also thought that in the banking sector Asians tended to be very detailed oriented, which is par-
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Editor’s note: Asia Watch is written by Sunriver resident Michael Ranieri who lived in Taiwan, Bangkok and Hong Kong for 23 years while working in the banking industry. He holds a master’s degree in Chinese studies from St. John’s University and speaks Mandarin. He is married to Joyce, a Chinese woman from Taiwan, and they have two sons.
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Feds approve demonstration of enhanced geothermal systems at Newberry In April, the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Department of Energy issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Newbery Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) Demonstration Project. Located on the southwest flank of the Newberry Volcano about 10 miles southeast of Sunriver and seven miles northeast of La Pine, the purpose of the Newberry EGS project is to demonstrate new technology designed to allow economic extraction of heat from the earth in locations where high temperatures can be reached with conventional drilling techniques. According to a press release from project partners Davenport Newberry and AltaRock Energy, “Successful completion of the Demonstration will provide an exciting path forward to maximize the potential for geothermal energy development in the U.S. In issuing a FONSI, the regulatory agencies determined the project will not significantly affect the quality of the human or natural environment.” “Securing this authorization is a critical achievement
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for the Newberry EGS team having met national environmental policy and goals for the protection, maintenance and enhancement of the environment,” said Doug Perry, president and CEO of Davenport Newberry. “We are impressed with the BLM, Forest Service and Department of Energy’s efforts in conducting a comprehensive review and pleased with their ultimate approval. I am grateful to everyone who worked to reach this goal and look forward to implementing Phase II of the project.”
“Geothermal energy has the potential to meet a large share of our nation’s energy needs if we can demonstrate that we now have the technology to bring the price of EGS in line with existing utility rates,” said Susan Petty, president and founder of AltaRock Energy. “The Newberry EGS Demonstration will show that EGS can be an economically viable source of broad-scale 24/7 baseload renewable energy.” The first phase of the Newberry EGS Project involving planning for the well stimula-
tion, environmental studies and public outreach was recently completed. In Phase II of the project, water will be injected into an existing hot well to create multiple reservoirs of connected cracks 6,500-11,000 feet below ground. Prior to the injection of water, an array of sensitive seismometers will be installed on the surface and in boreholes for real-time monitoring of the EGS stimulation. Hydrologic monitoring will also be conducted during and after stimulation. Once the reservoirs are created, production wells will be drilled to intersect the stimulated fractures and flow tests will be conducted to evaluate the potential for using the EGS reservoirs as heat exchangers to produce electricity in the future. Phase II of the project is expected to be completed in 2014.
The Newberry Volcano EGS Demonstration is partially supported with $21.4 million in grant funds from the Department of Energy, matched by an additional $22.4 million from the AltaRock-Davenport partnership. The project is supported by faculty and students at Oregon State University, the University of Utah, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Texas A&M, and Temple University. AltaRock Energy (www.altarockenergy.com) is a renewable energy technology company focused on the research and development of Enhanced Geothermal Systems. Davenport Newberry specializes in the development and management of geothermal opportunities. Information: blog.newberrygeothermal.com and www. facebook.com/NewberryEGS.
Golf performance, fitness course at SHARC
Two classes of Three Rivers School students potted 1,000 ponderosa pine seedlings on April 20. Lee Stevenson, project organizer, said several students were involved for a second consecutive year were ‘so excited to be doing it again.’ The trees are watered at Sunriver Environmental until they are large enough to plant as part of Sunriver’s ongoing ponderosa pine reforestation project.
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versity in 2004 and is trained in Postural Restoration Institute techniques to improve physical performance a n d re d u c e pain. “ We will create a customized fitness program for each participant and also review injury prevention as it pertains to your golf swing,” Ainsworth said. • Week 1 addresses flexibility, spine and hip range of motion with a focus on rotation. • Week 2 examines core stabilization and golf posture strengthening. • Week 3 is about upper and lower body strengthening for stabilization and power transfer. • Week 4 will show participants how to integrate range of motion, balance, strength and stability. Tuition is $75. Class size is limited to 12 participants. Information and registration: 541-382-7875.
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The following Central Oregon Community College students were named to the winterterm dean’s list: Natalie Carter, Eric Jackson, Austin Riley and Melissa Turner. The dean’s list is based on enrollment in 12 or more credit hours and a grade-point average of 3.60 or above.
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Get ready for golf season with a four-week course at SHARC designed to improve range of motion, flexibility and balance — all required for an efficient and powerful golf swing. The “Optimal Golf Performance and Fitness” course will be held Thursdays, May 17 through June 7, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Crescent Room at SHARC. Marcus Ainsworth, a Titlelist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, will lead the courses. Ainsworth received his doctorate in physical therapy at Northern Arizona Uni-
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Sunriver Real Estate news: The SHARC effect
You can tell that a new name the SHARC is the most promihas caught on when the acro- nent. It’s the game changer nym can stand on its own with- that comes to the forefront of out further explanation. I think every discussion about where SHARC is starting to reach this our community is heading. Although it is too point. It is a name soon to quantify that has taken on a the impact that the larger meaning than SHARC has or will the specific words that have on home valdefine it. ues, we are noticing The SHARC symsome interesting bolizes a crowning trends. achievement in what Every Sunriver some might call the buyer we work with Sunriver renaissance. asks us about the Of all the impressive John Fettig SHARC. One broimprovements over the past few years, including ker observed, “...they used to the new highway interchange, ask how far the house was from revitalization of the village, the village… now they want substantial resurfacing of roads to know how far it is from the and pathways and the new SHARC.” Another broker’s client saw marina and stables buildings,
the SHARC and decided to keep their nearby home instead of selling it. We all know that real estate values have dropped significantly from their high point of 2006. A logical question to ask is whether the SHARC has helped soften the blow. What data could be used to help determine this? One way to measure the “SHARC” effect is to compare Sunriver home sales for the past year with those at Black Butte Ranch (BBR). Of all the Central Oregon resort communities BBR is most similar to Sunriver in size, age, amenities and demographics. The table shows that although values in both communities dropped in the past
Agents recognized for performance, customer service Team Birtola-Garmyn of Prudential High Desert Realty received Prudential Real Estate’s 2011 Pinnacle Award at the company’s annual sales convention in Orlando, Fla., in March. The Pinnacle Award recognizes the top 10 sales professionals and teams in the Prudential Real Estate network of 50,000 sales professionals for residential GCI and residential units. “Winning the Pinnacle Award is a prestigious honor that few achieve, so I applaud Team Birtola-Garmyn for such an incredible accomplishment,” said Jim Birtola, Prudential High Desert Realty. “They are trusted by customers and peers alike and have built a successful business through marketing savvy, integrity and a winning attitude.” Birtola also said Team Birtola-Garmyn sold more properties in Central Oregon in 2011 than any other team or individual agent. Prudential High Desert Realty, which is independently owned and operated, became a member of the Prudential Real Estate network in 2002. Since that time it has earned a host of honors including the PREA 100, Pinnacle Team, Chairman’s Circle Diamond,
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Average Home Selling Price 2011 2012 Change Sunriver $434,000 $395,000 -9% Black Butte $589,600 $513,000 -13% Number of Home Sales 2011 2012 Change Sunriver 87 98 13% Black Butte 20 17 -15% Measures activity for 12 months ending March 31. Data from MLS of Central Oregon. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
year compared to the prior year, Sunriver values were down less (9 percent versus 13 percent). It also shows that the number of home sales in Sunriver was up 13 percent, but down by 15 percent at BBR. If the SHARC helps the average home value by even 1 percent, that would offset the assessment for the facility. The positive vibe that has
been created by the SHARC is unmistakable. This feeling will continue to grow and spread now that the facility is open. Congratulations to all Sunriver owners on this remarkable accomplishment, and thank you for keeping Sunriver at the pinnacle of resort communities. Fettig is principal broker at Sunriver Realty. 541-593-7910.
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Bend-La Pine Schools’ Board of Directors is looking for interested applicants to vie for an opening on its board of directors, serving zone 4, south Deschutes County. The successful applicant will be appointed by the board of directors and will complete the term being vacated by zone 4 director Tom Wilson on June 30. Once appointed, the zone 4 director will serve from July 2012 through June 2013, which is the remainder of Wilson’s term. Wilson is leaving the board after 11 years of service to Bend-La Pine Schools. Applicants must: • Reside within a zone 4 voting precinct (precincts 16, 23, 24, 38, 39, 40, or 50) • Have been a resident of zone 4 for at least one year • Be a registered voter in zone 4 To apply, applicants must submit a letter of interest and resume to Bend-La Pine Schools Board of Directors, Attention: Superintendent’s Office, 520 NW Wall Street, Bend, Oregon, 97701 or via email to deena.wegner@bend.k12.or.us. The application deadline is May 4 at noon.
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Necessary immunizations for a new puppy By Dr. Wendy Merideth Spring usually means Sunriver Veterinary Clinic sees more puppies! There is something undeniably endearing about these little creatures. A bad day suddenly doesn’t matter anymore when you have a dozing puppy in your arms. The new family has the responsibility of potty training and teaching basic manners. Veterinarians have the responsibility to perform a thorough physical exam to assess overall health and identify genetic problems. A fecal analysis and deworming are advised because puppies often have parasites. Based on their lifestyle, we then establish a
plan for their vaccination series. People often ask why there are so many vaccines for puppies. The reason is maternal antibodies in the puppy’s bloodstream interfere with vaccines It is impossible to know when the maternal antibodies that protect the dog wane, therefore a series is given during this time period to ensure the puppy is protected. The following is a list of vaccinations for puppies, though the appropriate vaccine protocol depends on the lifestyle and breed of the dog. Parvo – This is a core vaccine for all dogs. You’ve all heard of it. This very contagious virus attacks the rapidly dividing cells
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of the gastrointestinal tract. Infected dogs will have vomiting, bloody diarrhea and possibly a fever. Many puppies die of this disease every year despite intensive treatment. Distemper – This is also a core vaccine and is very contagious. The transmission is airborne. Clinical signs vary but include conjunctivitis, fever, coughing, diarrhea, vomiting, and neurologic signs. This disease is not as common as parvoviral enteritis, but it is often fatal. Rabies – This is a core vaccine transmitted by the saliva of an infected animal through bite wounds. Any mammal is capable of being infected with the rabies virus including humans! The disease is invariably fatal for all species. The bat is the primary reservoir for rabies in our area. Other animals that may carry the virus include
applicant to sit for state exams After recently receiving formal to become a CVT. The new approval by Oregon Department requirement that only students of Education, Central Oregon who graduate from an accredited Community College will offer a program will be able to take the new degree program, veterinarexam to become certified in ian technician, beginning fall Oregon will increase the need 2012. The associate of applied for training programs. Currently, science degree in veterinary Portland Community Coltechnician is a two-year program Three Creeks Electriconly lege trains CVTs in Oregon. that will prepare students to Residential • Commercial • Remodel Of the 35 veterinarian clinsuccessfully pass the National ics in Central Oregon who Veterinary Technician Board ExGreg Dixon responded to a survey in 2008, amination to become a Certified Supervising Electrician 98 percent recommended that Veterinary Technician (CVT). COCC offer a veterinarian Leslie Griffith hasCell: been541.948.4204 hired • Fax: 541.593.1834 by the COCC board of directors to head up the technician degree. Locally, 68 percent of surEmail: threecreeksgreg@msn.com P.O. will Boxinclude 3274 • helping Sunriver, 97707 veterinarians indicated that they currently new program. Her duties toORveyed CCB #67986 • Electrical Contractors Lic. #C620 CVTs, and 80 percent said they would develop the curriculum, creating lectures, struc- employ turing laboratories, hiring adjuncts and arranging either hire a CVT for the first time or increase for clinic externships for the technician students. the number of CVTs they employ if they had Griffith has been the owner of Sage Veterinary qualified candidates. Eighty-five percent agreed Alternatives in Bend since 2005 and was a co- that CVTs increase clinic profits. The median salaries for a CVT are $31,350 in owner of Bend Equine Medical Center in Bend and $32,259 regionally. This matches the from 1999 to 2005. She earned doctorCreeks of veteri- Oregon Three Electric data, which indicated local hourly wages nary medicine degree throughResidential a joint program of survey • Commercial • Remodel Washington State and Oregon State universities. ranging from $12 to $21 (average $15.52). In addition, employers were willing to offer benefits After Jan. 1, 2013, on-the-job trainingGreg experi-Dixon to CVTs. ence (grandfathering) will no longer qualify an Electrician Supervising
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vaccine in our area is because wildlife shed the organism in the environment. The spirochete bacterium causes kidney and/or liver failure. It is important to remember the value of early socialization and training. More dogs die from euthanasia due to behavior problems than the above diseases. As long as your puppy is appropriately vaccinated, get them out there meeting different types of people and different (vaccinated) dogs. Steer clear of dog parks until they are four months old. And please, please, please bring them by Sunriver Veterinary Clinic for some happy visits where they just get treats and pets...and no shots. They are always welcome. Sunriver Veterinary Clinic, 56815 Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park, is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 541-593-8128.
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our work is not finished. The need is still greater than ever for those in our community and many people may still not yet be served,” said Jeff Ludeman, volunteer campaign chair. “The more we can raise, the more people we are able to help. I am very grateful for the outpouring of support we have seen so far. I look forward to completing this campaign cycle strong.” “We’ve met the goal, but not Jeff Ludeman, 2011 United Way volunteer chair, ran one mile in a marathon for each of the 26 agencies United Way helps fund.
United Way surpasses its fundraising goals On April 12, United Way of Deschutes County announced it surpassed its annual fundraising goal of $1.2 million Monies raised will go directly to supporting United Way’s mission of creating fundamental lasting change in the county, focused on four key priorities: meeting people’s most basic needs, giving every child an opportunity for a good start on life, protecting the most vulnerable from violence and abuse, and keeping youth on track for success. United Way’s work covers the entire lifespan — from the unique needs of infants through pressing needs of childhood, adolescence, adulthood and the aging. Thanks to the efforts, in-
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volvement and generosity of Deschutes County residents, area businesses and organizations, progress is being made. Last year, United Way helped fund human service programs in Deschutes County that touched the lives of more than 72,000 individuals. Nearly onein-three residents of the county, of all ages and from every walk of life, needed a helping hand… and received it. For some it was the first time they had ever asked for help — a truly humbling experience. Thanks to United Way supporters, these local people received the help they so desperately needed. “I want to express how excited we are to surpass our goal, but also remind everyone that
the need… yet. Every additional donation received from now through June means we help more people, or, help people more,” said Wilhelm, longtime executive director of United Way of Deschutes County. “Thanks to the unparalleled support of the community, there will be food, shelter and hope for those in Deschutes County who need it most.” Thanks to the consistent
generosity of dedicated donors, United Way of Deschutes County has reinvested over $12 million into the local economy over the past ten years. Donations can be made online at www.deschutesunitedway.org or by calling 541-3896507, in person at the United Way office at 1130 NW Harriman, or by dropping a check in the mail to P.O. Box 5969 Bend, OR 97708.
Group looking to ‘SCORE’ a few volunteers
SCORE Central Oregon is looking for new volunteers for our SCORE chapter to serve as counselors and hope that you might personally know someone who would be a good addition to our chapter. In general, volunteers need to have intensive business experience by either serving as an executive in a business or by managing their own small business. While there is no requirement that a volunteer be retired, we find that it is often helpful as it eliminates any appearance of a conflict of interest since we cannot receive anything of value and cannot use SCORE clients as a source of business. SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow and succeed nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S.
Small Business Administration (SBA), and has been mentoring small business owners for more than forty years. In the past several years, SCORE Central Oregon has aided hundreds of Central Oregon businesses — all at no charge and in a totally confidential environment. SCORE volunteers have the knowledge and experience to help any small business owner get the help they need. Volunteering at SCORE is a way to give back to the community, connect with fellow business owners, and pass on knowledge and expertise to the next generation of entrepreneurs. Volunteers provide confidential business mentoring services, both in person and online. We lead seminars and workshops to help small business owners meet their goals and achieve suc-
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cess. We help expand outreach through marketing and alliance building in our local communities. We provide subject matter expertise by industries and professional skills. Benefits of volunteering: • Enjoying the satisfaction of contributing to the success of others • Sharing great experience with other SCORE volunteers • Providing leadership in the business community • Gaining recognition and respect as a business mentor • Growing professionally and personally • Participating in lifelong learning and making new friends. If you can recommend someone as a volunteer or are interested for yourself, contact Allen Smith at 541-728-0644 or email allen@progmktg.com
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Regional news from Sunriver’s perspective in a nutshell This is the first remodel of the Business Briefs: • Fred Meyer Red- store since it was built in 1996. mond is adding a $1.1 Store officials said they hope million gas station on property to repaint the building exterior this summer. adjacent to the store • South Valley at the intersection of Bank & Trust, Southwest Seventh headquartered in Street and Canal BouKlamath Falls and levard, according to a with eight branchcompany announcees in Oregon, is ment in late March. being purchased Construction was to by Washington start in April and be Jonathan Kahnoski Federal bank of completed in June. Each of the planned seven Seattle. According to the terms pumps will have two nozzles, of purchase, South Valley shareallowing 14 cars to be served holders will be paid in Washingsimultaneously. Fred Meyer’s ton Federal stock worth $33.7 announcement also said three million, with the possibility pumps are to be added to the of additional cash payments. Fred Meyer on South Hwy 97 Currently, Washington Federal has two branches in Bend and in Bend. • Bend’s Best Buy electronics one in Redmond. South Valley big box store in the Cascade has three branches in Bend and Village Shopping Center at the one each in Redmond, La Pine, north end of town is not one Sisters, Madras and Prineville. of the 42 stores to be closed, If the purchase is approved most by May 12, according to by South Valley shareholders the company’s announcement and federal bank regulators, Washington Federal will have released in mid-April. • The Target store also in 190 branches in eight Western north Bend’s Cascade Village states and assets totaling $14.4 Shopping Center complet- billion. • The local American Red ed in March a three-month, $900,000 renovation project Cross offices spent April movthat expands space for groceries ing from their old location on and electronics. The grocery Bend’s east side to the Old Mill area has a larger selection of District at 815 SW Bond Street. produce and frozen goods and The Oregon Mountain River a new bakery. The store has Chapter of the ARC had been expanded its wine selection and at the old location for seven added beer for sale. The renova- years where it was handling 200 tion also made room for a larger to 300 visitors a week. “The inventory of electronics prod- new office is designed to be a ucts and allowed a reorganiza- donor center,” according to Jen tion of the clothing sections. Collins, sponsor donor devel-
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opment representative. “The configuration is specifically designed for traffic flow and donor comfort.” • Downtown Bend Business Association is asking the 60 property owners downtown to renew their support, and funding, of their economic improvement district. The existing district is slated to expire in April and the vote is to occur on May 2. Two-thirds of downtown property owners must vote yes. A non-vote is counted as a yes. The association deliberately limits the district to three years, stating in the proposal exactly what the money will fund. When a district expires, the property owners can vote to create a new one with different funding priorities. In the past, the district assessment has paid for trash pickup, sidewalk cleaning, snow removal and holiday decorations. The association would like funding to develop a marketing campaign aimed at drawing locals downtown during the off-season months October through May. • Bend Parks and Rec dreams of building a host of new amenities if district voters approve a $31 million bond measure that hasn’t been put on the ballot yet. In addition to buying more land, the more expensive proposals include: a seasonal, open-air ice rink to be used as an event center during summer months (estimated cost of $4 million); a Colorado Dam passage and play area to allow safe passage for boaters and floaters as well as a whitewater play area for kayakers ($5 million for the bypass and $1 million for the play area); Deschutes River Trail improvements, including two
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June 14-17: Summer Solstice Tournament June 21-24: USTA Senior Tournament June 24-27: USTA Super Senior/70+ Tournament June 28: Poker Night On-court Mixer/Social July 8: Wimbledon Finals Breakfast Party
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Tourism news: • A major motorcycle rally is being hosted at Mt. Bachelor Village Sept. 14-15, bringing hundreds
of adventure motorcycle riders to explore forest roads and highways this fall. The rally is sponsored by KTM North America, the U.S. subsidiary of the Austrian motorcycle and all-terrain-vehicle maker. Giant Loop, a local manufacturer of motorcycle saddlebags, worked with Visit Bend, the city’s tourism promotion agency, to bring KTM here. Rally participants will test ride the newest KTM motorcycles, visit with vendors and attend seminars on technical issues and riding. However, much of the time, participants will scatter into small groups to explore nearby highways and designated off-road trails. “There isn’t a big parade of riders, said Kevney Dugan, director of sales and sports development for Visit Bend. “Everyone kind of scatters. Everybody is off on their own personal adventure.” • Spring break tourism in Deschutes County was flat or down slightly compared to last year, according to Central Oregon Visitor’s Association, who conducted a survey of about 90 percent of resorts, vacation homes, hotels and motels in the county. The period measured was March 24 through April 1. Surveyed innkeepers reported an average decline of 3 to 5 percent in occupancy rates. Some positive highlights included Seventh Mountain Resort, which saw revenue up by 12 percent and occupancy rate up by 17.5 percent. Businesses in both downtown and the Old Mill District experienced greater-than-expected sales, and the High Desert Museum
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new bridges, undercrossings at Colorado and Portland Avenues and upgrades to 3.5 miles of soft-surface trails (estimated cost: $2.25 million); adding infrastructure for parking, electricity and water to allow more soccer and multipurpose fields, tennis and basketball courts at Pine Nursery Park in northeast Bend (estimated cost: $1.5 million); extend the Deschutes River Trail to the recently acquired 122-acre Gopher Gulch Ranch in northwest Bend (estimated cost: $2 million); Offsite street improvements, including a new roundabout at the intersection of Simpson and Columbia Avenues, adjacent to the recently purchased parcel that used to be the Mt. Bachelor park and ride. Some local business people are encouraging the park district to buy land near the Big Sky Park off Neff Road (northeast Bend) and build a 12-hole golf course, driving range with covered and heated stalls, small clubhouse and snack bar, and purchase golf carts, all at an estimated cost of $3 million. The proposal is for the district to operate the golf course. The supporters claim green fees and related revenues would pay all operating expenses, including an estimated $250,000 per year for course maintenance. The Parks and Recreation District board heard a presentation of the proposal in mid-April but only expressed interest in studying the idea.
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Solarium: Letters from our readers
commentary Sunriver doesn’t need more tennis courts
young people similar to the one at Fort Rock Park. Fort Rock Park gets use during many months of the year Alex and Nancy Beattie, and is the only facility of its kind. Sunriver & Morro Bay, Calif. Sunriver boasts of its family friendly atmosphere and One of the uses that has been mentioned for use of playgrounds are very family friendly. the Resort property near the North courts that would We think that another better use than tennis courts be received in exchange for the South Pool is expansion is a dog park area. of the existing tennis facilities. We believe that this would be a waste and loss of a Questions SHARC fees, assessments great opportunity. There are already about 35 SROA Jay Holloway, Beaverton tennis courts and perhaps an additional 15 within conI believe we will also be fans of the SHARC as trol of other associations. This far exceeds the number Corrina Hall writes in her letter that appeared in the necessary for a sport that is experiencing diminishing March Scene. And I concur that the fees scheduled to participation. be charged particularly to non-owners are outrageous. The existing courts are used minimally October to The proof will be in the pudding on this. May and at less than full capacity during other months. Further, when the assessment fees that have/will be Don’t believe what the tennis people tell you about paid by owners were being discussed I had a dialog with needing more courts so they can sponsor tournaments. the GM to the effect that these assessment fees should What Sunriver really needs is another play area for
have been based on square footage or bedrooms. To have them exactly the same for each property makes absolutely no sense. His justification for not pro-rating the fees was that it would take too long to figure out the formula and then apply that formula. Balderdash!
Kudos for rebuilt bike paths
Nick Campbell, Sunriver While my daughter continued her ice skating lessons in the village, I recently took a jog on those wonderful bike paths. The new blacktop surface is superb! The new pathways have excellent drainage and no trip hazards. Kudos to Bill Peck and the SROA Finance Committee for looking into the future and planning accordingly. Great job, Sunriver!
From the editor’s desk: Police chief recruitment, interview process By Brooke Snavely
In the wake of Mike Kennedy’s Feb. 16 termination, the Sunriver Service District advertised the Sunriver Police chief opening on a number of law enforcement association websites and received 19 applications from Oregon, Washington, Texas and Florida. As this issue went to press, the Sunriver Service District Managing Board (SSDMB) was narrowing the candidate field and establishing a process to interview and compare the applicants. This is the first time in the district’s 10-year existence that the police chief ’s position has come open, and that outside applicants are being considered to fill it. It’s also the first time the publics’ input regarding a new police chief will be sought. If you are interested in the process and
the person who will eventually be hired, here’s the district’s approximate timelines: May 1: 3 p.m. in the SROA board room. The SSDMB will hold a special meeting to review and update the selection process and appoint two interview panels. A “professional” panel likely will consist of two SSDMB members, a police union representative, a sergeant and a police chief from an outside agency. An “external” panel probably will have two different SSDMB members, a citizen, a law enforcement professional and a community stakeholder. Invitations to select police chief applicants will be extended and permission to conduct background and reference checks on the candidates requested. The board will finalize a list of questions to ask all the candidates and establish a standardized system of reviewing and rating their responses. May 15: The professional and external panels will interview the applicants. This could be an all-day affair and
• High definition (HD) channels - 101 continued from page 44 • Music channels - 45 served about the same number • Slowest internet service - 12 Mbps of visitors but the visitors spent • Fastest internet service more. - 100 Mbps • Competition watch – FuTelephone service - Yes • ture Competition Watch seg“Essentials” package available ments will discuss similar servicfor $48.49 per month, buys 69 es provided by other resorts in Central Oregon. This month, SD channels, 45 HD channels and 45 music channels. here is Black Butte Ranch: • Folks in uniform Provider: BendBroadband – Marine Cpl. Kyle Service offerings: Thompson, 25, of La • Analog channels - none • Standard definition (SD) Pine was awarded in March the Bronze Star medal with “V” dechannels - 196
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the proceedings likely won’t be open to the general public. The people assigned to the professional and external interview panels will represent the publics’ interests. May 16, 3 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station training room: This will be the SSDMB’s regular meeting, accelerated one day from it’s usual third Thursday slot. In executive session, the board will receive and discuss reports from the board members who served on the two interview panels. In open session, the board will approve the selection of two to four finalists and invite them to a public town hall meeting the following day. May 17, 3 p.m. at SHARC: This will be a community “meet and greet” followed by a panel interview of the finalists. A pre-determined list of questions will be asked of the finalists. The interview panel and the public in attendance will be asked to provide written comments of what they think of the finalists on rating forms provided vice (indicating award for valor) for his service with the Marine’s 1st Reconnaissance Battalion in Helmund Province, Afghanistan. Thompson demonstrated courage under fire in two incidents. The first, in July 2010, involved leading his squad through an ambush while under heavy small arms fire from an enemy just 50 meters away. The second occurred in October 2010 when his squad was ambushed and, according to the award citation, Thompson, with “complete disregard for his own safety,” moved from open
by the district. For this event, the SSDMB is considering appointing a third interview panel consisting of a Chamber of Commerce representative, a Sunriver Resort executive, an SROA board member, a citizen, and a law enforcement professional. May 18, 1 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station training room: A special meeting will be held to consider offering the Sunriver police chief position to a selected finalist, subject to completion of reference and background checks. I like the district’s police chief interview and selection process. I’ve seen similar systems employed to hire school principals. The “meet and greet” events are usually well attended by members of the public who are interested to see, hear and get their own sense of the candidates. The candidate review process is long enough to employ a police interview method of asking variations of the same questions to see if the responses change over time. terrain to a compound where he provided enough covering fire that his squad mates could reach safety. Thompson also has been awarded two Purple Hearts for injuries incurred when improvised explosive devices (IEDs) detonated. The second IED spewed shrapnel, wounding Thompson in the arms and neck, breaking his jaw, and costing him some teeth and one eye, ending his career in the Marines. The Bronze Star is awarded for bravery, acts of merit or meritorious service to members of the military ser-
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vices of the United States and to officers of other uniformed services of the United States. It is the ninth highest award for meritorious service and fourth highest combat award of the U.S. Armed Forces. When awarded for bravery in combat, the medal is accompanied by a “V” device or pin to indicate the award was for valor. Editor’s note: In a Nutshell is compiled from press releases and news articles published in other Central Oregon newspapers. Page 45
Sunriver man named Oregon ‘Surveyor of Year’ Scott Freshwaters of Vandevert Acres was voted Oregon Surveyor of the Year at the recent annual Professional Land Surveyors of Oregon conference in Portland. Freshwaters has many years of land surveying experience that includes working for the Deschutes County Public Works Department for 30 years in various surveying positions. “When I started with the county we were still using 200-foot-long metal tape and plumb bobs,” Freshwater said. Nowadays, his survey work utilizes high-precision GPS satellite networks, as well as ultra violet beams of light to measure
distances and slope. Since 1987, he has owned Freshwaters Surveying Inc. He’s helped many Sunriver owners find property lines. He’s conducted numerous flood plain surveys and issued FEMA elevation certificates to property owners along the Deschutes River below Wickiup Dam. Freshwaters has been very active in community outreach and education, giving presentations about surveying in grade schools, middle schools and high schools. He developed a one-hour course about surveyors and surveying that gives real estate brokers an hour of continuing education credit.
Freshwaters served 10 years as a volunteer with the La Pine Rural Fire Protection District back when it was an all-volunteer department. He worked up to captain status. He’s also a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, and participated in a mission trip to build a house for a single mom with two young children. He and his wife served as Sunday school teachers and AWANA leaders at Sunriver Community Church. Freshwaters had the pleasure of conducting survey work in a snowstorm at night on Paulina Peak. At that time, GPS surveys had to be done at night in order
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front parking lot. The services are free to individuals and no questions will be asked about drugs or documents presented for disposal. The meeting adjourned at 4:27 p.m. to executive session to communicate with labor union negotiators, to discuss real property transaction negotiations and to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending and threatened litigation. After the executive session, the SSDMB reopened its regu-
lar meeting and approved a lease with Sunriver Resort for a 2-acre site near Lake Penhollow on which a fire training facility may be constructed. The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is set for Wednesday, May 16, 3 p.m. in the Sunriver Fire Department Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive, Sunriver. Approved minutes are posted, as available, on the SSD website at www. sunriversd.org
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and cited for driving without a license. -Responding on a welfare check call, officer Buckley discovered an individual in distress. Buckley spent an hour helping the caller with hearing aids, phone difficulties and food preparation. -SRPD is hosting a prescription drug disposal and document-shredding event June 9, 9 a.m. to noon in the
Scott Freshwaters is the Oregon Surveyor of the Year.
to achieve continuous views of the maximum number of satellites. “The snow was blowing sideways. I kept retreating every few minutes to my car to warm up. Eventually I got the data I needed.” Freshwaters said seeing an otter lying on its back eating crawdads near Cardinal Landing Bridge is his fondest memory of survey work in the Sunriver area. “I was maybe 20 feet away conducting a survey which is kind of quiet work and the otter didn’t seem to care I was that close. It just floated on its back happily munching crawdads.” The mission of the Profes-
Wildlife and You
Wildlife is an essential part of the Sunriver experience
Wildlife that has been seen in or around Sunriver:
Elk, Deer, Raccoon, Porcupine, Squirrels and Chipmunks, Coyotes, Turkey, Beaver, Mountain Lion, Bobcat and even Black Bears!
• Do not approach wilDlife Although they may appear tame, they are NOT. Enjoy them from a distance. • leave baby animals alone Fawns, birds, etc. are often left behind while the parent forages. The adult may not return until you have left the area. • Keep Dogs unDer control at all times, and do not allow them to chase wildlife. A dog that tangles with a raccoon, porcupine or doe protecting her fawn could be severely injured. • Don’t leave pet fooD outsiDe Feed pets indoors only. • never feed wildlife. Animals that are accustomed to being fed often become a nuisance and are destroyed! Report people or dogs harassing wildlife to the Sunriver Police at (541) 593-1014
sional Land Surveyors of Oregon, a not-for-profit statewide professional organization, is to advance the profession by promoting high standards of practice and ethical conduct. For more information, visit www.PLSO.org or call 503585-4551. To reach Scott Freshwaters, call 541-593-1792, e-mail: scottfr@cmc.net
AARP Driver Safety Programs
The AARP Driver Safety Program is a nationwide class, DMV accredited, six-hour defensive driving program focusing on Oregon Traffic Laws in an ever changing driving environment. This is a chance to hone up on driving skills and develop strategies for adjusting to agerelated changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Completion of the course qualifies for an insurance discount as provided by Oregon Law. May 8: Prineville Senior Center. To enroll, 447-6844 May 14: Bend Senior Center. To enroll, 388-1133 May 14: La Pine Fire Hall. To entroll, 536-2607 May 14: Redmond Senior Center. To enroll, 548-6325.
got defensible space? It’s YOUR responsibility to protect your Sunriver home from the threat of wildfire
NO permit is required to remove bitterbrush within 15 feet of your structure. NO permit is required to thin lodgepole seedlings (4 inches or less in diameter) to six to eight foot spacing on your property. PLEASE MOVE woodpiles at least 20 feet away from your structure or to your farthest property line. Questions? Call SROA Environmental at 593-1522
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SHOULD YOU BE COLLECTING AND REMITTING ROOM TAX? If you are renting your property for less than thirty days at a time, you should be! Is your property located in unincorporated Deschutes County? In a vacation rental program only part of the time? If so, as a homeowner you are responsible for collecting and remitting transient room tax. For information, please contact the
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SROA HOID office has moved! Those who do not have a newer ID card must visit the SHARC (open 8-5 daily) to receive a card and their 20 guest passes.
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