Pacific City Sun, June 16, 2023

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Honoring our Dairies

County Commissioners discuss 60-day extension for STR pause ...........................................4

Dorymen, pastors celebrate start of fishing season with Blessing of the Fleet ...................... 5 Volunteers, ‘Friends’ group spruce up Pacific City State Airport ..........................................8

Clover’s Day Celebration to return July 1 with parade, fun run, vendor fair, entertainment for all ages

On the Move

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

It’ll be time to celebrate South Tillamook County’s storied dairy industry when the community and visitors gather in downtown Cloverdale on Saturday, July 1 for a day packed full of fun activities. Activities for this year’s Clover’s Day Celebration will include a fun run, vendor fair, live music, flea market and a variety of games and contests, and, of course, the main event — a parade that will wind down from Nestucca High School and through downtown starting at 11 a.m.

“What makes Clover’s Day special for me is (it’s all about) celebrating our town heritage while also giving the current residents of South Tillamook County a fun, family event — a reason to celebrate in the present,” said organizer John Seymour.

Centered around the beloved parade as well as the dairy centric theme of “Sweet Dairy Air,” festivities will be held 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in downtown Cloverdale, starting with the fun run/walk that offers three options, a two-mile walk, or 5K or 8K run. Runners will take off at 8:30 a.m. from the Cloverdale Bridge and head out on Old Woods Road for the out-and-back courses. Participation is by donation and will benefit Nestucca High School’s track and field and cross country teams.

Concurrent to the run will be a flea market that will beld in the empty lot just south of the Cloverdale TCCA Farm Store.

This year’s parade, which will start at Nestucca High School and travel through the downcore core, begins at 11 a.m. Staging is from 10-10:30 a.m. Advance application forms are available on the “Clover’s Day Celebration” Facebook page. Applications can be emailed to cloversdaycelebration@gmail.com or left at the Rusty Cow in Cloverdale.

As has been tradition, the parade will feature a local cow who will be named “Clover” for the day. This year’s Clover is once again from Hale Valley Holsteins.

A diverse line-up is expected to return for this year’s parade. Included in the honorary guests will be 2023 Grand Marshal Dennis Gleason, who has worked at the Cloverdale TCCA Farm Store for many years. Others marching through the Cloverdale downtown core will be Senior Dory Princess Kyla Hurliman, Junior Dory Princess Hadlee McKillip, and Tillamook Rodeo Queen Brooke Anderson.

Past parades have included such eclectic entries that have ranged from antique tractors, fire trucks, horses, tow trucks, and classic cars. And organizers say this year figures to be much the same.

MORE THAN A PARADE

Though the parade may be the main act, there is much more on the agenda for the 41st anniversary of the Clover’s Day Festival. Also on tap from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. will be a selection of activities that will include a petting zoo, a bubble-making area, and face painting by Tillamook’s Jessica Lerma from Face Painting by JipZ.

As well, a milk chugging relay contest featuring teams of four will be held at 12:30 p.m at Nestucca Bay Creamery.

Live music will also be on tap, but the band’s name was not available at press time.

Vendors are expected to include a variety of tasty treats including hot dogs and root beer courtesy of the Nestucca Valley Lions Club, swag and cotton candy offered by Nestucca High School cheerleaders, baked items for sale by the Nestucca H.S. volleyball team, and merchandise for sale from Nestucca Volunteer Firefighters Association. “It’s a fun event,” Seymour said. “It’s for everybody — come one, come all. Hopefully, all ages will find something fun. That’s our goal.”

Photo by Tim Hirsch

THE CLOVER’S DAY CELEBRATION will return Saturday, July 1 with an assortment of activites including an 11 a.m. parade featuring numerous dairy-focused entries. Other activities planned include a fun run/walk, vendor fair, and a variety of entertainment for all ages.

Photos by Tim Hirsch

Commissioners contemplate 60-day extension on STR pause

By CHELSEA YARNELL for the Sun

The Tillamook County Board of County Commissioners held a discussion over the expiration of the temporary suspension of issuance of new short-term rental permits in unincorporated Tillamook County on June 14. The current order was established July 1, 2022, and is set to expire this July 1.

Tillamook County staff has recommended a 60-day extension to the pause.

“We’re in the homestretch of the Ordinance revision process,” Commissioner and Short Term Rental Advisory Committee Liaison Erin Skaar said. “Allow us to complete the hearing that is under way and implement the Ordinance. I know we had really hoped, really hoped to be done by July 1; we’re close, but not quite there.”

The previous day, on June 13, the final hearing for discussion and consideration of proposed amendments to Ordinance 84 in regards to short-term rentals in unincorporated Tillamook County was held. The hearing was open to public testimony before the BOCC.

The proposed amendments to Ordinance 84 state that in order to operate or advertise a STR in unincorporated Tillamook County, a license must be obtained and maintained. Obtaining a license requires proof of an 11-item list including: site and floor plan, proof of livability insurance, proof of garbage services, notice to neighbors, and transient lodging tax registration.

Additional tentative changes to the Ordinance include a proposed cap that would limit the number of STRs in each community (one percent growth each year), setting a minimum size for bedrooms, setting a maximum nighttime occupancy, and requiring off-street parking, both in relation to the number of bedrooms in a STR.

Commissioner David Yamamoto and Mary Faith Bell both agreed to the recommended extension.

“I think I can live with this, but we would need to work diligently to lift this pause as quickly as possible,” Yamamoto said. “I think people should be eligible for a STR license if they had pulled a permit prior to the pause or were under construction during the pause.”

“We’re not ready, so it wouldn’t make sense to let it expire,” Commissioner Bell said. “I’m also supportive of a discussion allowing people to apply for a license who were building.”

Skaar also noted she would be in favor of looking into allowing those who were in the process of building when the pause took effect to have priority in their applications for a STR license.

“This is an example of how public input influences our decisions…we heard from so many people (in this situation),” Skaar said. “They were in the process, and we interrupted the process.”

Community Development Director Sarah Absher informed the BOCC that 300 building permits were pulled during the past year. The BOCC requested that staff compile a list roughly estimating how many of those new permits would likely apply for a STR license and potentially effect the proposed cap limit in the community where they exist.

The BOCC also requested some language be added to the Ordinance to encourage STR license holders to “use it or lose it.” Commissioners also hope that the added clause will encourage only property owners with true intentions of operating a lawful STR to obtain a license. No formal action was taken by BOCC.

FINAL PUBLIC HEARING HELD FOR ORDINANCE 84 AMENDMENTS

Prior to opening the floor to oral testimony on June 13, legal advisor Daniel Kearns addressed a topic raised via written testimony. A notice was sent to BOCC from Tonkon Torp, who represents Oregon Coast Hosts, a community grass roots organization that advocates for fair short term rental regulations in unincorporated Tillamook County. The notice outlines an argument in which they have found nine legal deficiencies in the Short Term Rental Advisory Committee Report that is the basis for amendments to Ordinance 84. Some of the alleged deficiencies include: violating property rights by eliminating permits and restricting transfers, failing to provide proper notice of the pending proceedings, the proposed ordinance improperly subjects STRs to different building code standards than the state building code, and the proposed Ordinance would illegally discriminate against renters and owners of STRs.

“OCH is optimistic that after consideration of all the evidence and testimony the board will adopt a conservative approach to STR regulations that honors both existing property rights and the expectations of those interrupted by the STR permit moratorium, while at the same time imposing regulations on future permits that reasonably address the valid concerns of the community” the notice

said. “But, if the draft ordinance is passed without significant changes to address the points in this letter, our client will appeal, and the proposed Ordinance will be struck down as illegal for the reasons detailed above.”

The letter is signed by Tonkon Torp representatives David J. Petersen, Danny Newman, and Heather Brann.

“There is no legal basis for any of these arguments,” Kearns advised the BOCC at the public hearing.

Separate pieces of written testimony in support of the notice from OCH were received from others including Frank and Laura Greene of Pacific City and Beth Redman of Hebo.

Todd Huegli owns a home in Kiwanda Shores and believes that legal action will be brought against Tillamook County.

“The proposed restrictions on land use, as drafted, will unnecessarily expose Tillamook County to extreme monetary damages, should the County not prevail in court,” Huegli said. “The Board needs to be transparent and public with County residents and inform the public of the risks of moving forward with this Ordinance, both the legal fees it will incur and the potential liability.”

In oral comments, Nicole Twigg of Kiwanda Coastal Properties expressed concerns over the amendments to the Ordinance.

“I believe that these Ordinance changes were not completely vetted by the Committee,” Twigg said before sharing what adjustments should be made. “Requiring new (yearly) exterior signs is unnecessary and places an undue burden of expense. This will result in cheaper looking signs. And the noise section. What happens if a guest arrives after 10 p.m. and slams a car door or has a crying baby? They would be in violation. I think this should be adjusted to sustained noise, that would be helpful.”

Some South County residents wrote in favor of the amendments.

“We retired here nine years ago….The STR business impact has changed the (Neskowin) neighborhood,” Kathy and Russell Oullette wrote. “It’s a nuisance to have new visitors day-to-day or week-to-week. You often end up providing directions, address speed violators, monitor parking and garbage within the neighborhood properties that are STRs. With these considerations, we support a percentage cap as required assessment within neighborhood communities to limit the number of STRs in each community.”

Overwhelmingly, notes from South County residents opposed the amendments.

“We purchased our beach cottage (August 2015) for our family to enjoy the beach, as well as a sound financial investment in real estate and long-term financial planning as a vacation rental, should we choose,” Dennis and Shelia Clark of Neskowin wrote. “In good faith, we entered into a contractual agreement with Tillamook County when we obtained our STR permit and now our property rights are being severely threatened. Neskowin has always been a tourist/vacation/ resort destination.... We find it ironic that a handful of people who no doubt vacationed here, too, chose to live here full time and now want to completely change dynamics to meet their criteria while threatening property owner rights.”

Other property owners were surprised to learn that their STR may not qualify for a new license.

“I got out my measuring tape…and learned that my bedroom floor spaces (are)…68.86 square feet,” wrote Susan Schomburg of Neskowin. “Based on the proposed ordinance draft (70 sq ft required), my cottage would no longer qualify as a short term rental, despite having been a historical vacation rental for decades.”

The BOCC has requested additional information from staff prior to implementing the amended Ordinance 84.

Blessings for the Fleet

Community gathers to support dorymen as local pastors pray blessings over coming season

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

Dory fishermen and women, together with the community of Pacific City, were treated to a ceremony on the beach in which board members of the Pacific City Dorymen’s Association joined forces with a trio of pastors to help celebrate the coming ocean fishing season during the Blessing of the Fleet, a longtime event of PCDA.

As is the event’s tradition, local Christian leaders were invited to share a few words and a prayer after a round of instrumental hymns and patriotic music by violinist Erin Farstad and the singing of the National Anthem by Leslie Griffith.

First though, PCDA Co-chair Ray Monroe welcomed all those attending.

“Whether this is your first time here or you’ve been coming here for years, live here or just coming to visit, we all agree that this is the best place on earth,” Monroe said. “Besides paying respects to those who have died, the ceremony is meant to honor the men and women still fishing. Fishing is such a central part of the lifeblood of Pacific City and all of Tillamook County for that matter. There’s an excitement and anticipation in getting ready for the new season, and everybody’s happy. But, at the same time, there’s a somber reflection.”

Prior to welcoming up the local pastors for them to offer blessings, the royalty for the 2023 Dory Days were introduced. As reported in the June 2 edition of the Sun, they include: Dory Days Princess Kyla Hurliman and Junior Princess Hadlee McKillip, and Grand Marshals Mike and Sally Sue Cellers.

BLESSINGS FROM CLERGY

Retired Catholic Priest and local doryman James Dierringer then led off with a prayer that reminded onlookers that Jesus chose fishermen as his first disciples.

“Lord, as we fish for the bounty of the sea, protect us from adverse weather, give us wisdom to read the surf and winds and the courage and the strength of will to remain ashore when conditions of launch are adverse,” he prayed. “Give us continual respect for your creation so we do not waste what we seek, and we enjoy our fishing and our companionship here in the Dorymen’s Association.”

Next up was Pastor Linton Whittles of Blaine Community Church, who recalled several scenarios where fishing and fishing boats served as the backdrop as Jesus taught. Those included using a coin found in a fish’s

mouth to pay the required tax and the calming of the waters while out on the sea in the middle of a storm.

“I love the connection that the Lord had with all that we do here and the importance of it, and certainly the tremendous enjoyment of it,” he told the crowd of approximately 200. He closed his comment with a prayer recognizing the danger of the ocean and the Lord’s ability to offer protection from harm.

“The ocean can be a dangerous place, so we’re asking for safety during this season and good decisions on our part that we would recognize what our levels of ability are as far as launching and getting out through surf and that you would protect us,” he said. “We pray that the fishing would be good; we would love that. And, Father, we pray for some wisdom and for some discernment among the people who write the laws that really affect what we do here and rope off certain areas of the ocean.”

The final blessing of the day came from Pastor Lonnie Moeller of Hebo Christian Center, who focused on the harvest that God can provide. Pointing at the scripture where Jesus had Simon put out nets at Jesus’ instruction — even though he had caught nothing after fishing all night.

He said this illustrates what God can do for the fishing community in Pacific City, too.

“As you listen to the Lord, be prepared for the fullness of his resources, which are the fish and everything else,” he said. “The catch is going to be plentiful as you listen to the Lord.”

The ceremony concluded with the ringing of the bell for those community members that died over the past year, which was preceded with a few comments and a prayer by longtime PCDA board member Thomas Donohue.

“Friends and neighbors, we are gathered here today to ask for the help and blessings from our Creator as we face the Pacific’s perils this fishing season, as well as to remember those of our family and friends who answered the Lord’s final call this past year,” he said.

He then thanked God for all blessings of being a citizen of the U.S. and of fishing the waters of the Pacific.

“Lord, we also humbly ask that you cradle to your breast the dear souls of those who passed away this past year,” Donohue prayed.

“They served you, helped preserve the Oregon coastal way of life and our Pacific City dorymen traditions here at Cape Kiwanda. May they all experience fair weather and following seas on your heavenly oceans.”

For more information about Pacific City Dorymen’s Association, visit pcdorymen.com.

THE PACIFIC CITY DORYMEN’S ASSOCIATION held its annual Blessing of the Fleet ceremony on Saturday, June 10. Above, the violin talents of Erin Farstad set the stage at the outset of the event.

PCDA Co-Chair Ray Monroe.

Photo by Tim Hirsch

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Swinging Big to Beat MS

MJN Slingball Tournament returns June 24-25 to raise awareness for MS

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun

The fight against multiple sclerosis will once again hit the beaches of Pacific City as the MJN Slingball Tournament welcomes competitors of all ages and talent levels for its annual fundraiser June 24 and 25.

The 16th annual event will feature a full day of competition on Saturday, June 24 followed by finals on Sunday, June 25.

Registration for the double-elimination adult (12 and up) tournament is $99. Kids under 12 can register for the Mini Marilyn Tourney for $49. As of press time, there were still limited spots available. To register or to find out more about the event, visit slingball.com.

The game of Slingball, which consists of throwing two golf balls attached together by string at a PVC tower with the goal of getting them wrapped around the towers, is accessible to all, say organizers Randy and Carter Neu. Though there are similar versions of the games out there, this version has its own unique twist — owing to the back bar not found on other games and the shorter rope between the golf balls.

“(Other versions have ropes a lot longer) so they don’t do as many crazy, gymnastic (things while in flight),” Carter said. “What makes it so exciting is (competitors) can get lucky and score a lot or unlucky and not score at all if (the rope and balls) spin off.”

The Neus say that they hope to raise $15,000-$20,000 for sufferers of the disease on the strength of attracting 100-150 competitors. Both the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Oregon and Multiple Sclerosis Society of Portland will be beneficiaries of the fundraiser. MSSO primarily uses funds for research while MSSP’s focus is to ease the suffering of those afflicted with the disease.

The event, which the Neus started in 2007, is held in honor of the brothers’ mom, Marilyn J. Neu, who was afflicted with the disease.

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“What makes it the most fun is that anybody can play and be good — and any age, level, or background,” Randy told the Sun. “We’ve had kids win the adult tournament; we had a grandpa win; we’ve had first female win; we’ve had a rookie that’s never played before win. There’s favorites every year, but you just never know (who is going to come out on top).

“It’s never the same game twice. There’s always something crazy (about a tournament).”

Carter added that a big draw of the tournament is the setting at Cape Kiwanda.

“The location is what brings a lot of people,” he added. “It’s an easy game, and it’s a nice atmosphere — and family friendly.”

“It’s a great way to get together with friends and family,”

OR just swing by, relax or play Jenga,

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THE MARILYN J. NEU SLINGBALL TOURNAMENT is expected to draw 100 to 150 competitors when it returns to Pacific City from June 24-25 with the goal of raising $15,000 to $20,000 to help sufferers of MS combat the disease.

Randy says. “You always end up making new friends at the Slingball Tournament.”

One element new this year is the Sling Team Challenge, where those signing up as a team (for no additional cost), can earn a chance at bragging rights. The team with the most members to make it to the Sweet 16 on Sunday will earn the title of 2023 team champion.

But if the competitive spirit isn’t what drives you, there are other ways to get involved and join the fight against MS. These include viewing the action, making bids in the event’s silent auction, laying some money down on the betting board, or signing up for Shotgun Slingball Toss or purchasing merchandise and Slingball sets.

The silent auction is always popular and accounts for about a third of each year’s proceeds. This year items run the gamut from high-end bourbon to an autographed Portland Timbers jersey and autographed Portland Trail Blazers basketball to themed baskets.

The Shotgun Slingball Toss offers a chance to participate without going head-to-head with someone in the tourney. It invites supporters to toss three balls at once with the single best score winning half the pot. The rest goes to charity. Each toss is $5.

To find out more about the Slingball Tournament or to register for the competition, visit slingball.com. There, visitors can discover more details on the event’s history as well as view an overview video of the fundraiser.

SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY

VOLTAGE

CONVERSION PROJECT

Tillamook PUD crews are working on

a project now through July 20, 2023 to convert system power line voltage in the South Tillamook County area from 20.8kV to 24.9 kV.

What is voltage conversion and why is it important?

Voltage adjustment improves the efficiency in which electricity is delivered, minimizes power loss, and helps provide alternate power feed options if an unexpected outage occurs. To convert voltage, Tillamook PUD must de-energize the section of the system being worked on for conversion. This consists of a planned power outage for customers in that area. A Tillamook PUD crew then goes to every transformer to set and re-fuse it for the new voltage. When this is completed, Tillamook PUD re-energizes the system with the new voltage.

What locations will be affected and when?

Power outages are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 6 - July 20, 2023, excluding July 4th. Customers will be notified in advance of a planned power outage at their location via a mailed postcard and/or email. Areas from Hebo south to Neskowin, including Pacific City will be part of the planned outage locations. Additional information is posted at www.tpud.org/outages/power-outages/.

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Volunteers, ‘Friends’ group spruce up Pacific City Airport

The Friends of Pacific City State Airport planned and executed its annual primary airport clean-up day on Saturday, June 3. This year, 25 volunteers took part armed with lawnmowers, tractors, dump trucks, weed eaters, pruners, gloves, and ready-to-work energy. The volunteers included pilots from out of the region and residents who enjoy and support the airport.

In three hours, the airport was manicured and ready for another busy year of air traffic. Meg Pies Bakery donated donuts for the morning, and workers gathered for lunch together when finished.

“The airport has become a favorite of pilots who want to fly in, walk to the beach, or eat in our many restaurants,” says FPCSA President Sally Rissel. “We have bikes available and a new picnic table and restrooms for their stopover. The new picnic table is dedicated to Dick Foreman, a long-time resident and pilot. The ‘Friends’ nonprofit group has installed cameras and weather information communication devices for pilots. The Pacific City Airport is another unique feature of the Pacific City community.”

Sheriff’s office receives life-saving donation

The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office was recently the recipient of a Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund award for the purchase of five new Automated External Defibrillators (AED) for TCSO patrol vehicles.

As described by the American Red Cross, an AED is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It’s a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that can analyze the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective

rhythm.

The presence of AEDs are becoming more common in businesses and public areas.

“All of our deputies are trained in CPR, first aid and the use of AED’s,” said TCSO Undersheriff Matt Kelly. “We have several AED’s currently in service in patrol vehicles, but this generous gift from the Confederated Siletz Tribe will help to insure that there will be an AED in our vehicles during every shift to provide quick response life saving measures if the need arises.”

VOLUNTEERS HELPED TO manicure and clean-up the Pacific City State Airport on Saturday, June 3 in an event sponsored by the Friends of the Pacific City State Airport.

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Congressional funding to allow Port of Tillamook Bay to replace its aging weather observing system

The Port of Tillamook Bay was the recent recipient of congressional funding to replace its Automated Weather Observing Station at Tillamook Airport.

The AWOS is a fully configurable airport weather system that provides continuous, real-time information and reports on airport weather conditions. Data transmitted by the AWOS includes rainfall, wind direction and speed, temperature, dew point, density altitude, visibility, and runway surface conditions among other things.

“It’s a critical piece of infrastructure for pilot safety coming into Tillamook Airport, as well as weather data reporting,” said Port of Tillamook Bay General Manager Michele Bradley. “However, it was getting extremely outdated and parts to replace it were becoming hard to find.”

Bradley said the Port was still a few years out from receiving funding through the Federal Aviation Administration to update the system but was concerned the equipment wouldn’t hold up, so the Port decided to shift gears and apply for federal funding to replace the system instead.

The Port applied for, and was granted, federal funding for an in-place replacement with an FAA-approved AWOS, thanks in great part to Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden.

“Collecting continuous, real-time information about atmospheric changes and current weather conditions is crucial to ensure communities are safe,” said Senator Jeff Merkley, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee that helped secure $500,000 to replace this system.

“This new Automated Weather Observing System will help to ensure safe aviation

and real-time notifications of impending weather events.”

“The Port was thrilled to get this project going and for the assistance of both Senator Merkley and Wyden’s staff,” Bradley added. “Their help was invaluable in the application process. We are always looking to improve our regional airport, and the AWOS project will assist with airport growth and development.”

“The new weather observation system at the Tillamook Airport will help keep Oregon Coast residents and visitors safe,” Wyden said. “State-of-the-art weather monitoring is a must to protect our coastal communities, and I’m gratified this $500,000 federal investment I fought for will support this essential piece of infrastructure.”

Project match funding was provided through a grant from the Oregon Department of Aviation’s Critical Oregon Airport Relief program. ODAV Director Kenji Sugahara noted that “installing the AWOS system at Tillamook Airport significantly enhances safety by providing real-time, accurate weather information. This is an investment in our shared skies and the spirit of Oregon aviation.”

To ensure there wasn’t any lag in AWOS data, the FAA approved a new site location for the upgraded system, allowing the old system to be decommissioned after the new one was already set up and running.

Precision Approach Engineering assisted with the environmental and engineering processes and managed the construction of the new AWOS. Kunert Electric, LLC installed the new equipment.

For more information on the Tillamook Airport, visit potb.org.

County Commissioners agree to land lease with CARE

Community Action Resource Enterprises (CARE) recently announced a long-term, land lease agreement with the Tillamook Board of County Commissioners for property they plan on developing into a new no- and low-barrier shelter for homeless individuals and families in Tillamook County.

“Leasing this land from the county is a crucial step in bringing needed shelter options to the people of Tillamook County,” says Dusti Linnell, chair of CARE’s Board of Directors. “This land is in the ideal location next to CARE’s current offices, which will allow us to provide the support needed to empower our guests as they progress toward their goals.”

CARE’s goal it to open Phase 1 in Fall 2023, a phase that is slated to include one night-to-night shelter, four double occupancy units, and two family units. The nonprofit also plans to build a double bathroom facility and ADA bathroom accommodations. As part of this program, CARE will provide services supporting shelter guests — services that include 24/7 peer support, a supported employment program, and case management

services.

“There are a lot more steps we must follow before we can begin work on this site,” explains Nicole Vertner, program director of OUR Tillamook and Treasurer of CARE’s Board of Directors. “Next we will need to get land use approval from the City of Tillamook, followed by a request for bids to determine a contractor for land preparation. We look forward to this process and we are excited to be sharing information with the community about this every step of the way.”

CARE is Tillamook County’s effort to provide homeless, housing, and early childhood support services. The lot they are leasing from Tillamook County is located west of CARE’s offices at 2310 1st Street in downtown Tillamook.

CARE, a 501c3, nonprofit organization, has been serving Tillamook County since 1991. The mission of CARE is to foster changes that create healthier, more resilient communities throughout Tillamook County, and empower people as they work to meet their immediate, basic needs. To learn more about the organization, visit CAREinc.org.

Calendar Events of

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 16, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

‘THE GIN GAME’

June 16 & 17, 7 p.m. and June 18, 2 p.m. The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook. For more information or for tickets, visit tillamooktheater.com or call 503-812-0275.

‘12 ANGRY JURORS’

June 16 & 17, 7 p.m. and June 18, 2 p.m. NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Tickets $20-$25. For more information, visit riverbendplayers.org.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

June 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

BINGO NIGHT

June 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Free Bingo. Sign-up at PCPour.com.

LOOKOUT LIFE

June 17, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn about about the history and dangers of fire lookout men and women. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-9304646.

2023 ANNUAL CLIPPING PARTY

June 17, 9 a.m. Rhoades Pond, 5.5 miles east of Hebo, 39375 Hwy. 22, Hebo. Join Nestucca Anglers to help clip 100,000 Fall Chinook Smolt. BBQ lunch, raffle prizes, silent auction. Family-friendly event. For more information, visit nestuccaanglers.com.

UKULELE JAM

June 17. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Pacific City. 12:30 p.m. beginner lesson and 1 p.m. jam Bring your own instrument or borrow from the library. For more information, visit Tillamook. org or call 503-842-4792.

CRABBING EXPLORIENCE

June 17, noon. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by crabbing on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

TILLAMOOK FARMERS MARKET

June 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Corner of Laurel Ave. & Second St., Tillamook. Fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, SNAP match. For more information, visit tillamookchamber.org.

LIVE MUSIC

June 17, 4-7 p.m. Neskowin Beach Golf Course, 48405 Hawk St., Neskowin. Concert by Falcon Heart. Tickets at the door $10; members $5. For more information, email rebekah.nbgc@gmail. com or call 503-936-2833.

DISCOVERY IN STONE WORKSHOP

June 17-18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Stone and tools provided; instructors on hand. Tuition by donation. Bring your lunch. For more information, contact Charlie, 503-842-7013.

TREES OF THE TILLAMOOK FOREST WALK

June 18, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Easy stroll spotting and learning about diverse tree species of the Coastal Range Forests. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

PACIFIC CITY FARMERS MARKET

June 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Grounds of South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Fresh and local food, artisans crafts and more.

PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS

June 19, 21 & 23, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/move-well/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy at katystar7@hotmail.

com or 503-801-7448 (text).

CLAMMING EXPLORIENCE

June 20, 8:30 a.m. SW 51st. Pavilion, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Brief orientation followed by clamming on Siletz Bay. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

RESTORING OREGON’S

SEA OTTER POPULATIONS

June 21, 5:30 p.m. North County Recreation District, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Presentation by Elaka Alliance. Visit Elakhaalliance.org to register.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

June 21, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvonline.com or teleconference at #971-254-3149, conference ID: 736-023979 (listen only). For agenda, visit co.tillamook. or.us/bocc.

TIDE POOL EXPLORIENCE

June 21, 9 a.m. 15th Street Beach Access, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Learn about tide pools and their inhabitants from an expert. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

FAMILY MOVIE

June 21, noon. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. “Marmaduke”- rated G. Bring pillow for sitting; snacks provided. For more information, visit tillabook.org or call 503-842-4792.

PICTIONARY NIGHT

June 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Play Pictionary. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.

KIDS SUMMER READING PROGRAM AT SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY LIBRARY

June 22, 2 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Border Collie International Performing Canine Team. For more information, call 503-965-6163.

ROCKAWAY BEACH ARTISANS MARKET

June 22, 4-8 p.m. Ocean’s Edge Wayside, South 1st St., Rockaway Beach. For more information, visit rockawaybeach.net.

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM AT TILLAMOOK COUNTY LIBRARY

June 22, 4 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. Hands & Hearts Drumming - interactive drum program. For more information, call 503-842-4792.

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 23, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY RODEO

June 23-24. Tillamook County Fairgrounds, 4603

3rd St., Tillamook. For more information, including times and ticket costs, visit tillamookrodeo.com.

‘THE GIN GAME’

June 23 & 24, 7 p.m. and June 25, 2 p.m. The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook. For more information or for tickets, visit Tillamook theater.com or call 503-812-0275.

TILLAMOOK FARMERS MARKET

June 24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Corner of Laurel Ave. & Second St., Tillamook. Fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, SNAP match. For more information, visit tillamookchamber.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT

June 24, 5-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Test your trivia knowledge. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.

LOOKOUT LIFE

June 24, 10:30 a.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Learn about about the history and dangers of fire lookout men and women. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

TILLAMOOK YMCA MILK RUN

June 24, 8 a.m. Meet at 610 Stillwell Ave., Tillamook. 2 mile run/walk, 5K run/walk, and 10K run. For more information and to register, visit runsignup.com.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

June 24, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

TILLAMOOK JUNE

DAIRY PARADE

June 24, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Parade through downtown Tillamook.

TIDE POOL EXPLORIENCE

June 24, 10:30 a.m. 15th Street Beach Access, Lincoln City. Free and no registration required. Learn about tide pools and their inhabitants from an expert. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com or call 541-996-1274.

SUMMER KITE FESTIVAL

June 24-25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. D Rive Wayside, Lincoln City. For more information, visit ExploreLincolnCity.com/Annual-Events or call 541-996-1274.

PACIFIC CITY FARMERS MARKET

June 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Grounds of South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Fresh and local food, artisans crafts and more.

TREES OF THE

TILLAMOOK FOREST WALK

June 25, 12:30 p.m. Tillamook Forest Center, 45500 OR-6, Tillamook. Easy stroll spotting and learning about diverse tree species of the Coastal Range Forests. Free and open to all ages. For more information, visit tillamookforestcenter.org or call 866-930-4646.

PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS

June 26, 28 & 30, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/move-well/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy at katystar7@hotmail. com or 503-801-7448 (text).

SOUTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY

June 27, 12:30-6 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church, 35305 Brooten Rd., Pacific City. NESTUCCA VALLEY LIONS CLUB MEETING

June 27, 4 p.m. The Lion’s Den, 34510 Parkway Dr., Cloverdale. For more information, email nestuccavalleylions@gmail.com.

FAMILY MOVIE

June 28, noon. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. “Night at the Museum”- rated G. Bring pillow for sitting; snacks provided. For more information, visit tillabook.org or call 503-8424792.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

June 28, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvonline.com or teleconference at #971-254-3149, conference ID: 736-023979 (listen only). For agenda, visit co.tillamook. or.us/bocc.

SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY

LIBRARY STORYTIME

June 28, 3:30 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Co-hosted by David and Theresa. All ages invited. For more information, call 503-965-6163.

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM

AT TILLAMOOK COUNTY LIBRARY

June 29, 2 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. Make your own hardcover notebook. For more information, call 503-842-4792.

KIDS SUMMER READING PROGRAM

AT TILLAMOOK COUNTY LIBRARY

June 29, 2 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. Storyteller, musician, theater artist Rick Huddle. For more information, call 503-8424792.

ROCKAWAY BEACH ARTISANS MARKET

June 29, 4-8 p.m. Ocean’s Edge Wayside, South 1st St., Rockaway Beach. For more information, visit rockawaybeach.net.

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM

AT TILLAMOOK COUNTY LIBRARY

June 29, 3 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. Asian Folktales with Alton Chung. For more information, call 503-842-4792.

MANZANITA FARMERS MARKET

June 30, 4-7 p.m. Underhill Plaza, 635 Manzanita Ave., Manzanita. Variety of vendors with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, and much more. For more information, visit manzanitafarmersmarket.com.

‘THE GIN GAME’

June 30 and July 1, 7 p.m. and July 2, 2 p.m. The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook. For more information or for tickets, visit Tillamook theater.com or call 503-812-0275.

NESKOWIN FARMERS MARKET

July 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hwy. 101 & Summit Rd., Neskowin. Various vendors - arts and crafts, fresh vegetables and fruits, and much more. SNAP match.

CLOVER’S DAY CELEBRATION

July 1, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Downtown Cloverdale. Fun run at Cloverdale Bridge at 8:30 a.m., flea market, 8:30-10 a.m., parade at 11 a.m. Vendors, activities, entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

TILLAMOOK FARMERS MARKET

July 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Corner of Laurel Ave. & Second St., Tillamook. Fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, SNAP match. For more information, visit tillamookchamber.org.

PACIFIC CITY FARMERS MARKET

July 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Grounds of South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Fresh and local food, artisans crafts and more.

To have your event added to the Sun’s calendar, email information to tim@pacificcitysun.com

MJN SLINGBALL TOURNAMENT

June 24-25. Beach at Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City. Tournament to benefit those suffering from MS. Visit slingball.com for more information.

Photo by Tim Hirsch

Showcasing Their Talents

TOP PERFORMERS! Nestucca High School senior Rachel Gregory (flute) recently won the Gold Cup Award at Monday Musical Club. She also won the instrumental award, gaining two scholarships for her resume. Another top performer at the event was senior Landon Flores (alto saxophone) who was recently awarded two scholarships at the MMC Awards Recital. Congratualtions also go to Melanie Velasquez (junior) who won a scholarship on clarinet. Each student played two classical pieces on their instruments from different musical time periods.

Financial education programs launching

Through Uniting for Action on the Oregon Economy, a program of Urban-Rural Action, fellow Tillamook citizens have teamed up with Financial Beginnings Oregon to offer free financial education classes. Have you ever thought, “I wish they taught me this in school” when it comes to money management? The new program will teach that. The new initiative is a grassroots effort made up of teachers, health advocates, accountants, and people who have experienced financial struggles firsthand. Through Tillamook County Wellness, the effort will be sharing stories of members and partners, how they managed turbulent times, yet achieved sustainability. It will address people who have gone from struggling to pay rent to becoming first-time homebuyers.

Thanks to a number of local organizations, several classes will be offered on a regular basis. Helping Hands, CARE, Inc., Habitat for Humanity and

Tides of Change, as well as local school districts, including Trask High School, will be offering Financial Beginnings programming.

Tillamook Bay Community College is hosting classes in English & Spanish, July 11-Aug. 8. Classes cover everything from goal setting, to understanding income and taxes, credit and debit, identity protection, and savings and retirement. Attend one or as many sessions as you like. Taught by trained volunteers, all classes are free and open to anyone. Those that would like to become a volunteer can send an email to: maree.beers@finbegor.org.

Officials say the program will help attendees discover the tools and skills they already possess for sustainable growth. For class schedules, videos, and other information, visit tillamookcountywellness.org/work-well/ financial-wellness.

2023 People’s Coast Summit to land in Astoria

The Oregon Coast Visitors Association recently announced that its 2023 People’s Coast Summit will be in Astoria on Oct. 17 and 18.

According to OCVA, this annual endof-season tourism industry gathering features delicious food, great company, helpful workshops, and inspiring talks. This year’s expert presenters will speak to topics such as marketing for tourism businesses, destination development and stewardship, coastal adaptation and resiliency, and more.

“We look forward all year to gathering with our tourism partners from throughout

The People’s Coast and beyond,” says Arica Sears, deputy director of OCVA. “It’s a chance to learn from one another, become inspired for the future of our industry, and find new motivation to steward and enhance the Oregon Coast for residents and visitors alike.”

The campus-style conference will be hosted at Astoria Elks Lodge #180 and other venues in downtown Astoria. This year’s Summit sponsor is the Lower Columbia Tourism Committee.

Registration is now open; register by June 20 with code EARLYBIRD for a 10 percent discount.

Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church

A Celebration of Life

A Celebration of Life and Military Ceremony for Pete Perez will be held on Sat., June 24 from 2 to 5pm at Kiawanda Community Center.

Pete was a long time resident of Pacific City. He was stationed at Mt. Hebo Air force base twice as an electronic technician. He and his wife Rose and their sons Peter and Anthony stayed in the area after he retired after 22 years in the Military.

Pete worked for the schools as a bi-lingual teacher, first at the Cloverdale School, then at Lincoln City High School for many years.

Pete’s family will be conducting the service with the Air Force Color Guard in attendance for the Military Service. Friends and neighbors of Pete and Rose are welcome to the Celebration of Life.

Photos courtesy of Kathleen Serven

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