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COVID-19 OPERATIONS IN SUNRIVER Deschutes County, and the state, has eased restrictions regarding the wearing of a face mask for those who are fully-vaccinated. That being said, many businesses are continuing to require face coverings inside their stores. We ask everyone to be kind and respect that decision.
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Valuable collaborations help keep Sunriver wildfire safe SROA NEWS – As the saying goes: “it takes a village.” The belief that cooperative effort leads to a better, stronger outcome can be applied to any number of goals – from raising a child, to growing a family, to protecting a community. When it comes to keeping Sunriver safe from wildfire, the Sunriver Owners Association seeks out, relies on and embraces a variety of partnerships, resources, and science-based research and information for application to Sunriver’s fuels reduction program and to maintaining a healthy forest. While SROA’s natural resource management and participation in emergency preparedness efforts are spearheaded by its Natural Resources department, all SROA departments – from Information Technologies (IT) to Communications to Public Works, just to highlight a few – are actively involved in creating and maintaining a Firewise® community. The spirit of collaboration extends well beyond SROA facilities or the boundaries of Sunriver, however. SROA has engaged a robust network of partners that directly contributes to and supports Sunriver’s strategic direction, priorities and practices regarding wildfire safety and emergency preparedness.
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State agency fire representatives, SSD/SROA board members, Sunriver Fire and SROA staff toured areas of Sunriver to view ladder fuel reduction projects.
SROA Collaborators Include (partial listing): • • • • • • • • •
Sunriver Police Department Sunriver Fire Department Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Project Wildfire Central Oregon Wildland Fire Cohesive Strategy Deschutes County Forester Deschutes County Public Works Deschutes County Sheriff Oregon Dept of Forestry
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Oregon Dept of Agriculture Oregon Dept of Environmental Quality Oregon Dept of Fish & Wildlife Oregon Dept of Transportation OSU Extension US Forest Service US Fish & Wildlife Service US Natural Resources Conservation Service National Weather Service
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Owner survey results online SROA NEWS – The results of the 2020 Comprehensive Owner Survey are now online for your perusing pleasure at www.sunriver owners.org. Go to Documents & Forms > Documents > Governing Documents. The survey is in the box in the left column of the web page. The 300-plus page document is a lot to digest, so some may want to simply read the first 19 pages which is an overview summary of all the survey questions.
Free CET shuttle between La Pine, Sunriver
Live in La Pine but work in Sunriver or vice versa? Ditch your car and take advantage of a free shuttle that runs between La Pine and Sunriver. For the second summer season, Cascades East Transit (CET) has officially launched Route 31 – an employee-focused summer transit service between La Pine and Sunriver. The free shuttle is operating daily through Sept. 6 with stops located at 4th and Huntington Road, La Pine Senior Center and Wickiup Junction in La Pine and in Sunriver at SHARC and Sunriver Resort’s Bike Barn. CET is following Oregon Health Authority guidelines by disinfecting high-
touch surfaces, requiring face coverings and providing signage to encourage passengers to social distance. More information about the Route 31 schedule can be found at https:// cascadeseasttransit.com/ride/lapinesunriver-31/ The shuttle was made possible by the lobbying of the Deschutes County Commissioners, who saw a need for transportation service between La Pine and Sunriver helped to obtain state funding through a 2017 Transportation Bill. The La Pine and Sunriver Area chambers of commerce, the City of La Pine, community partners and residents also contributed to the efforts.
SROA faces summer hiring challenges SROA NEWS – To fully open it’s summer recreational amenities each year, the Sunriver Owners Association, on average, needs 100 seasonal workers. Like much of the county (and across the nation), the association is finding a shortage of folks eager to get back to work. Many who lost their jobs a year ago during the pandemic shutdowns have only been offered intermittent work over the past 13 months. Some are likely hesitant to leave the relative stability of unemployment for work that might pay less than unemployment insurance. Others may have found that they can work from home and have become accustomed to the informal setting this offers. Others fear exposure to the virus. Parents that left their jobs to care for children out of school may also not be in a hurry to rejoin the workforce. The worker shortage has also spurred a bidding war of who can pay the most to lure workers. When a simple housekeeping job is now touting $25 an hour and no special skills required – it’s easy to see which job will win. “SROA needs a minimum lifeguarding staff of 35 to have SHARC open even five days a week during the summer,” said Leslie Knight, SROA Human Resources Director. “If we can’t meet these requirements we will be open less hours and provide fewer services.” In the past few weeks SROA has spent approximately $5,600 on employment ads and has utilized a variety of avenues for recruitment, including: • Press releases to local media outlets • SROA website postings and eblasts • Promotional videos shared on the SROA website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter • Indeed through ADP • Bend/La Pine high school job announcements • COCC website • University to Employee Handshake (recruits at colleges in the western U.S.) Turn to Hiring, page 3 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLVII • NUMBER 6 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
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SCENE JUNE 2021 Volume XLVII, No. 6 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 OWNER/PUBLISHER Sunriver Owners Association
The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to: “Maintaining Sunriver as a premier residential and resort community, protecting and enhancing its quality of life, natural environment and property values.” The Scene is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver and through a paid subscription by mail. Publication of advertising copy or individuals’ opinions in the Scene does not constitute endorsement by the newspaper, the Sunriver Owners Association or any of its members or board of directors. Each advertiser bears responsibility for claims made on their behalf.
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• Craigslist • IMatch (through Oregon Employment office) • CentralOregonJobs.com • Held a virtual job fair, two, in person job fairs and an open house • Posted job fair to all area calendars (eg: KTVZ, area chambers of commerce, COVA, Source Weekly, etc.) • Sunriver Scene advertising • Radio advertising Aside from the wage challenge, Knight also outlined a myriad of other topics related to finding workers. Transportation Based on feedback from staff over the past several years, one of biggest hurdles for hiring
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CONTACT SROA 541.593.2411
888.284.6639 toll-free email: infosroa@srowners.org www.sunriverowners.org GENERAL MANAGER James Lewis jamesl@srowners.org ASST. GENERAL MANAGER Keith Kessaris keithk@srowners.org COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 541.593.6645 NATURAL RESOURCES 541.593.1522 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 541.585.2903 PUBLIC WORKS 541.593.2483 RECREATION, SHARC & MEMBER SERVICES 541.585.5000 SUNRIVER SCENE 541.593.6068 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2021
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By sharing best practices, teaming up to draft or review operational plans, participating in joint exercises or training opportunities, exchanging data, providing oversight and other activities, the agencies, organizations, governments, communities and individuals that are a part of SROA’s network multiplies our community’s expertise, experience, and resources when it comes to leading-edge forest management and fire prevention and response practices. The Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan might be identified as the centerpiece of Sunriver’s wildfire protection plan, but it does not exist or operate in a vacuum. SROA maintains a number of governing documents – from its Rules & Regulations to the Sunriver
SROA IS HIRING! For a list of current summer and full-time job opportunities that are available, visit the SROA website at www.sunriverown ers.org and go to Jobs in the top menu. You can also contact SROA’s Human Resources at 541-593-2411. seasonal employees is Sunriver’s relatively “isolated” location. Historically, the target market for lifeguards and seasonal employees has been teens between the ages of 15 to 18 from Bend or La Pine. • Transportation is difficult if they don’t have a drivers license • They have no vehicle available • Parents work and can’t accommodate driving them to their shifts • The cost of gas continues to rise; jobs in town require less gas expense • No public transportation exists
• It takes longer to make the drive to Sunriver than securing a job in town • Some parents are not comfortable with their “new” drivers going back and forth to work on Highway 97 Affordable housing Housing for college-age students that might be interested in summer jobs in Sunriver is basically not affordable and increasingly not affordable in Bend, either. College students coming home to Central Oregon for summer break also face some of the same transportation challenges as high school students. • No public transportation exists • It takes longer to make the drive to Sunriver than securing a job in town • Gas prices are on the rise Skills gap/training requirements • Training and certification are required for lifeguarding • A prerequisite for lifeguarding is being a good swimmer and having the confidence to save a drowning person. These two criteria automatically narrows the pool of applicants
• Public Works and fleet positions all require a commercial driver license. Fleet positions also require additional certifications. SROA pays for all the above trainings, but jobs that do not require specialized training and certifications might be more appealing to some job seekers. SROA incentives As an incentive to workers, SROA is offering a variety of bonus opportunities to those who are hired. • Offer $250 sign on bonus for summer employees plus retention bonuses every payday for every 24 hours worked during that pay period. The bonus gets our current hourly rates to competitive levels ($15-$16 per hour). The retention bonus helps incentivize employees to work more hours during the summer • Continue to offer lunch and snacks for seasonal employees • Partner with Cascade East Transit to offer free transportation from Bend and La Pine (CET already provides this service free of charge between La Pine and Sunriver)
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Treasurer report: recycling center
sroa president’s message
Summer has arrived and acres and has 4,177 homes – Sunriver owners and visitors this is a large scale development are enjoying the beauty and with enforcement and comambiance of our pliance requiring magnificent comthat a fair process be administered. Furmunity. One of the thermore, our rules things that makes are not designed to our community atbe punitive or petty because we all want tractive to owners to live in a place that is that we live in promotes neighbora place where covenants, rules and liness and civility as Brad Skinner standards protect owners bring violathe important parts tions to the attenof our Mission Statement, tion of SROA staff. which “enhances our quality The penalties associated with of life, natural environment, our rules are designed to deal and property values.” When with abuse and flagrant or an owner buys property in deliberate violation. In those Sunriver they acknowledge situations, we owners owe it to that property covenants and ourselves and to the commurules can be enforced. That is nity to encourage compliance one of the reasons they choose as individuals or by calling the Sunriver over a city or a rural Sunriver Owners Association unincorporated area. administrative office or the The Board and I acknowl- Sunriver Police. Thanks to the edge that 99% of our owners work of our Rules Awareness accept Sunriver covenants and & Compliance Task Force, we rules, and recognize that in are more prepared this year to order to achieve our mission handle conflict issues than in statement compliance is nec- the past. However, in spite of an essary. Occasionally there are aggressive education campaign, lapses, usually unintentional. additional signs, rental agency No one should expect that endorsement and enforcement every rule will be immediately training, some issues will occur enforced 100% of the time this summer and will need to be because Sunriver covers 3,300 addressed.
The most common complaints include: excess parking over and above the capacity of a driveway or on along the road without a permit, river access/ exit, open fires, fireworks, excessive noise during quiet hours and barking dogs. No one should feel hesitant to ask for compliance assistance. The SROA website provides an overview of our rules and standards. We encourage you (as an owner) and your guests to review the rules that will provide for a carefree and positive experience in our community. With more interaction between owners and visitors during this busy season, the SROA Board and the SSD (police and fire departments) are committed to helping all residents and visitors to make their Sunriver visit a positive and pleasant one. If you do encounter rule violations, politely address the issue yourself if you feel comfortable doing so and remind people of the rule. However, if you feel uncomfortable doing so, call SROA for compliance help or Sunriver Police 24/7 by calling 541-693-6911. As we work together in our individual neighborhoods and with SROA staff, Sunriver
Chang regarding Sunriver and southern Deschutes County issues. Preparing land use permits for scheduled improvements at Mary McCallum Park. Met with Police Chief Darling regarding Bike Patrol staffing and start date. • Accounting: Began annual audit for the year ended Dec. 31, 2020. Continue working on owner invoice automation process. • Communications: Heavily promoting SROA recreational job opportunities any way possible, including social media, calendar postings, press releases, eblasts, etc. Continue to create and share educational materials for the Rules Awareness & Compliance Task Force, which includes sharing and tagging property managers
By Gerhard Beenen Later this summer all Sunriver owners will be asked to vote for or against SROA investing funds from our reserve account to build a new recycling center. There are significant social, emotional and financial implications of this vote. In this article, I will be addressing the financial issues. First a bit of background. There are three different “players” involved in recycling here in Sunriver: Cascade Disposal, Deschutes County and SROA. Cascade Disposal has a franchise agreement with Deschutes County to handle recyclable waste for parts of southern Deschutes County, including Sunriver. For Sunriver owners, they currently provide this service via our recycling center located on SROA property, maintained by SROA public works staff (Public Works employees clean up the overflow, particularly in summer months). A new recycling center, located away from the PW entrance/ exit, with improved traffic flow, fencing and landscaping can be built for $930,000 (recent estimate). An agreement is being negotiated with Cascade Disposal that they pay $600,000, ($120,000/year over five years), to reimburse SROA for the construction of the new recycling center, which SROA will pay using reserve funds. It’s fair to ask: is this a good deal for SROA? Let’s look at alternatives. We could ask Cascade Disposal to locate the local community recycling center off Sunriver property. This would free up land for SROA use but create an inconvenience for our owners. We could transition Sunriver to a side-yard recycling only (Cascade Disposal plans to start side-yard recycling in Sunriver late 2021 or early 2022). While side-yard recycling might work well for full-time residents it wouldn’t work as well for owners whose homes are only occupied part time. Unlike garbage services, Cascade Disposal will not be offering turn-on/turn-off side-yard recycling services at customer request. A minimum contract period of six months will be required. Finally, sideyard only recycling will require some owners to enlarge their garbage enclosure to accommodate recycling bins. A new recycling center will cost Sunriver owners up to $330,000. However, if we are to maintain a recycling center
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Police, bike patrol officers, and Citizen Patrol volunteers we can assure that Sunriver remains a delightful place for owners and visitors alike. A second topic of interest which I wanted to share is that during this past month we have initiated a Sunriver review of wildfire safety risks. This effort will review and update our statutorily compliant Ladder Fuel Reduction Plan and will look at other short- and long-term fire safety issues that will protect our natural environment and property values. This process, led by SROA staff and the Sunriver Fire Department, also involves local and regional certified professionals with fire suppression experience and expertise from the National Forest Service, Oregon Department of Forestry, Deschutes County and other professionals as necessary. The process review will address other topics and approaches, which have worked elsewhere, to minimize wildfire risk. As issues are assessed, they will be shared with the Board and owners later this year. A third project of significance about to be initiated is the review and modernization of Turn to Message, page 5
Highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors monthly meeting The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, May 15, 2021. Board members present: Brad Skinner, Mike Gocke, Keith Mobley, Jackie Schmid, Gerhard Beenen, Mark Murray, Bill Burke, Scott Gillies, Clark Pederson. Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza. Owner forums From May 14 work session • Dennis Connors noted his concerns with the process the Design Committee uses to approve/not approve house paint colors as he requested a color for his home that was already being used on another Sunriver home. From May 15 regular meeting • No owners spoke. Board actions • Approved minutes of the April 16, 2021 joint SROA/ SSD board meeting as corrected. • Approved minutes of the April 16, 2021 SROA board work session as corrected. Page 4
• Approved minutes of the April 17, 2021 SROA regular board meeting as corrected. • Approved April 2021 financial statement (unaudited). • Accepted the 2021 SROA Comprehensive Owner Survey and Summary as presented. The survey is posted to the SROA website under Documents & Forms > Governing Documents. • Approved the three-party Recycling Center Agreement between SROA, Deschutes County and R.A. Browning Investments, Inc. (dba Cascade Disposal), regarding the construction, reimbursement and operation of a new recycling facility within the Sunriver community, on property owned by SROA. Owners will vote on the recycling center this summer with ballots going in the mail on July 1 and closing 12 p.m. on Aug. 14. Board discussion • Received a letter from the Sunriver Service District stating interest in a 2+acre parcel of SROA-owned land for a new public safety facility. As it is
SROA Financial Report Year-to-date as of APRIL 30, 2021 (unaudited)
Total Revenues.......................................... $3,421,005 Total Expenses.......................................... $3,381,231 Operating Budget Surplus/Deficit.............. $39,774 the last piece of non-common area that is zoned for a variety of uses, the general manager and the board agreed that the property needs to be saved for any future endeavors by the association. Association operations • Administration: Negotiated with Deschutes County and Cascade Disposal regarding a recycling center agreement for terms of reimbursement and operation. Began implementing the action items from the Rules Awareness & Compliance Task Force. Continue to work with the SSD board and staff regarding their facility site search. Working with Sunriver Resort to address dust abatement for the canoe/river takeout road. Met with Deschutes County Commissioner Phil www.sunriverowners.org
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the Sunriver Design Manual of Rules and Procedures and the design review process, which has not been comprehensively updated for 35 years. This work, which will involve a consultant and the creation of a stakeholder committee, will begin after July 1 and lead to the transformation of the design review decision making process by providing clearer standards and guidelines for both new construction and remodels. One specific matter that will be considered is guidance for the size of new or remodeled homes within Sunriver. Developing updated and consistent standards will help maintain and defend the integrity of our neighborhoods and maintain our distinct architectural atmosphere. This initiative will help simplify and streamline the review process for minor additions or home alterations, consistent with the overall standards of ambiance that have attracted each of us to Sunriver. The project will also address standards for encouraging the type of community our owners want 50 years from now. John Gray originally envisioned Sunriver as a community with a diverse mix of residents and home sizes, all constructed with similar standards and aesthetics that blend with the natural environment. If we want to continue that model, our guidelines for the future need to reflect it. Finally, in keeping you up to date on progress this year, let me summarize other on-going topics. • A recycling facility ballot measure with be on the July ballot. The Owner Enrichment Committee and Sunriver You will be holding an informational virtual town hall on June 29 to answer questions related to the proposed facility. • The Telecommunications Task Force continues negotiating with BendBroadband/ TDS for improving service and to install fiber optics to each Sunriver home at no cost to owners by 2024. At the same time, the task force continues to explore other options other than BendBroadband/TDS. • Results of the Comprehensive Owner Survey are now available on the SROA website. • The new Member Pool (former North Pool) will open for the season on Saturday, June 19, with a forthcoming open house celebration on Friday, June 11. During opening weekend (June 19-20) all owners will be able to access the pool subject to COVID SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2021
operating requirements. And, if you haven’t already done so, I encourage everyone to update and/or purchase your annual Member Preference ID card for access to this new, members-only amenity. Visit Member Services at SHARC
or call 541-585-3147 for more information. • Further improvements to Mary McCallum Park will be occurring throughout the summer and fall. Wishing you all a great June.
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tion of owner invoices. Worked with BendBroadband to obtain fiber to the North Pool buildings. Assisting recreation with member/recreation card printer issues. Assisted the OEC with several virtual presentations. Worked with Public Works and Natural Resources on testing a decimeter-accurate Trimble device. • Public Works: Spring work includes prepping all tennis/ pickleball courts, parks and other recreational amenities
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on social media. Updated the FAQs on the Recycling Center proposal webpage. Contacted the board candidates with deadlines for information and materials that will be shared in the Scene, voter information packet, etc. Working on signage related to a variety of rules and regulations such as river access, no parking, etc. • Community Development: There are 275 active projects/building permits that have been reviewed by SROA and/or Design Committee, including new home builds, major additions and small projects. New compliance officer Ken Katsuda has increased general compliance inspections for design rule violations and response to owner complaints. A large number of compliance letters have been mailed and we are being fully pro-active in our compliance. • Na t u r a l Re s o u rc e s : Prepped/mailed Ladder Fuel Reduction courtesy letters. Prepared 1,500 ponderosa seedlings to celebrate Arbor Day. Released bid for 2021 LFR and tree thinning contract on commons. Conducted spring monitoring and egg mass surveys of the Oregon spotted frog. Organized an agency field trip around Sunriver to view SROA’s LFR protocols. • IT: Modifying the Rules Awareness & Compliance database. Worked with the external database consultant to conclude work on automa-
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POOL OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED June 11 | noon to 6pm Construction is officially completed on the North Pool renovation project. The landscaping is in, the pools are filled with water and all systems will soon be tested and staff trained in preparation of a June 19 opening (COVIDrestrictions permitting). Owners can tour the new facility and talk with the contractors and SROA stafff about the project. Owners are encouraged to renew and/or purchase their annual Member Preference ID cards for access to this newly-renovated facility prior to the summer rush. Contact SROA Member Services at 541585-3147.
SROA
Tuesday, June 29, 4 p.m.
RECYCLING CENTER Virtual town hall Q&A Learn more about upcoming ballot measure regarding the new recycling facility proposal
NOTICE OF ELECTION & BALLOT MEASURE
An ELECTION of the Sunriver Owners Association will be conducted by mail to decide three candidates to the SROA Board of Directors.
Included will be TWO BALLOT MEASURES NEW RECYCLING CENTER “Pursuant to Section 7 of the Consolidated Plan of Sunriver, I authorize the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) to use Reserve Funds for the construction of a new, replacement recycling facility located adjacent to the SROA Public Works and Administrative Campus as described in the Voters Information Pamphlet. Funding for this project shall not exceed $930,000, and is contingent on the execution of an agreement with R.A. Brownrigg Investments, Inc., dba Cascade Disposal and Deschutes County. No special assessments from owners shall be required to fund said improvements.”
CONSOLIDATED PLAN SECTION 8.05 REVIEW & APPEAL Section 8.05 Review and Appeal Section 8.05a(2) Except as provided in subsections 8.05c(5) and 8.05c(6) herein, in the event that the decision rendered by the Design Committee upon review is unacceptable to the applicant or his representative, such person(s) may request hearing before an Appeals Board whose membership shall consist of the President of the Sunriver Owners Association, the chairman of the Covenants Committee of the Sunriver Owners Association, or any successor to such committee, and a third member to be selected by the aforementioned two (2) members. Such third member shall, if feasible, have special knowledge pertinent to the application under consideration. Request for such appeal shall be direct in writing and by certified mail to the Sunriver Owners Association and postmarked no later than ten (10) working days after the decision was rendered by the Design Committee upon review. The decision by the Appeals Board shall be final. Section 8.05c(2) (2) The Appeals Board shall hear any case submitted to it within fourteen (14) days of receipt of request for appeal unless the Appeals Board agrees in writing to extend the time to another specified date, either upon its own initiative or at the request of the parties to the appeal. Section 8.05c(5) In the event that the President of the Sunriver Owners Association is unable to serve as a member of the Appeals Board for a hearing scheduled within the time period set out in subsection 8.05c(2), or by the date of any written extension, the Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer of the Sunriver Owners Association, in that order of preference, shall serve as a member of the Appeals Board in lieu of the President for the hearing on that matter. Section 8.05c( 6) In the event that the chairperson of the Covenants Committee is unable to serve as a member of the Appeals Board for a hearing scheduled within the time period set out in subsection 8.05c(2), or by the date of any written extension, the President of the Sunriver Owners Association shall designate a member of the Covenants Committee to serve as a member of the Appeals Board for the hearing on that matter. Patty Smith, Election Committee Chair The Voter Information Pamphlet & Ballot will be mailed to owners July 1
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Candidates to the board have varied backgrounds SROA NEWS – Here are brief bios on the six candidates running for three seats on the SROA Board of Directors in this summer’s election. In the July Scene we will include a question and answer matrix for each candidate. Candidate bios, in alphabetical order: • Paul Coughlin: Currently a member of the SROA Covenants Committee. President and founder of The Protectors, an international freedom from bullying organization. Started a “ring your bell” campaign to encourage cyclists to ring a bell when passing others on trails. Has a background in journalism and was the senior editor of
the Upper Rogue Independent newspaper and a reporter at the Medford Mail Tribune. • Tony De Alicante: Has a background in business administration and 33 years practicing law. Spent 28 years as an officer in the U.S. Navy, was senior attorney on an aircraft carrier and retired as a captain. His family previously owned Marcello’s Italian restaurant in Sunriver. • Julianna Gassman Hayes: Has a background in economic consulting. Moved to the tech sector in 2006 and worked for Google as a compliance specialist for six years before moving to Twitter where she is the vice president of sales and finance and part of a global team that
monitors the financials and reserves of the company. • Rick Komraus: Has a background in engineering and nuclear technology. Held administrative positions and worked for the City of Portland for 27 years in the Bureau of Environmental Services. Was also a senior instrument and control technician at the Boardman Coal Fired Power Plant and the Trojan Nuclear Power Plant. Is currently an administrator for the Masonic Grand Lodge in Oregon. • Keith Mobley: Has a background in education and law and has practiced law for more than 40 years with an emphasis on real estate, business law, telecommunications, banking,
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estate planning and administration. Was a line/communications director in the U.S. Navy and retired as a captain. Taught junior high school. Currently serves on the SROA Board of Directors and the Telecommunications Task Force. • Brad Skinner: Has a background in economics and urban administration. Former chair and current member of
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in Sunriver, having Cascade Disposal provide reimbursement of $600,000 is financially beneficial to Sunriver owners. If we don’t build a new recycling center, the $600,000 Cascade Disposal has committed to reimburse SROA will be spent elsewhere. While full reimbursement for a new recycling depot would be desirable, Cascade Disposal is planning on subsidizing side-yard recycling in Sunriver, limiting their willingness to provide more than $600,000 for a new recycling depot. As several owners have noted, the future of recycling is uncertain at this time. Some recyclables are valuable (cardboard) others more of a nuisance (plastics). Could SROA end up building a new recycling center and then discover the end of depot recycling shortly thereafter? Unlikely, but this could happen. However, SROA will own the new recycling center and it is being designed in a way it could easily be repurposed for SROA Public Works use. In summary, if we are to build a new recycling center, it is financially advantageous to agree to Deschutes County terms (make the recycling center available for public use for a minimum of 10 years) and receive the $600,000 reimbursement over the next five years. The loss of interest income for what is effectively a six-year $600,000 no-interest loan from our reserves, is insignificant in today’s interest rate environment. At the same time, our reserves are sufficiently well capitalized, allowing SROA to finance the recycling center and meet future capital needs without special assessments and/or an increase in owner’s annual assessment beyond recent historical norms. –Gerhard Beenen is the treasurer of the SROA Board of Directors and chair of the Finance Committee SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2021
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Community Wildfire Protection Plan to the Design Committee Manual – that have been developed with the benefit of SROA’s network and that work in concert with each other to promote a fire adapted community. Many of these documents – including the Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan – are or will be revised or updated to reflect current best practices and science. SROA also extends the community’s reach and access through membership and activity in respected national and local organizations that focus on advancing fire adaptation, resilient landscape creation and maintenance, and integrated wildland fire response. Staff participate in continuous education and training, secure relevant certifications, and engage with external industry leaders and peers to ensure Sunriver is well-placed within the wider web of wildfire and emergency preparedness stakeholders.
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Recycling FAQs Owners who want to learn facts about the new proposed recycling center can visit the SROA website to read frequently asked questions at:
www.sunriverowners.org. Click the Capital & Reserves button on the homepage. The project is going to a vote of the owners in July.
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for summer visitors. LFR roadside pickup began in April. Crews created paver pads for the new picnic tables at Mary McCallum Park. Contractors are set for spring road projects including crack seal, slurry and micro sealing and should be completed by June 15, weather permitting. Roadway cinder sweeping was done and shoulder rock placed along pathway edges. Work has begun on the construction of the cinder storage building. • Recreation/SHARC: April was challenging as COVID-19 restrictions ping-ponged between high and extreme. Recruiting staff is the main focus as summer hiring has been
extremely challenging for most employers not only in Central Oregon, but across the country. It is too early yet to know how summer operations at SHARC will look like this summer. An online reservation system is in place for a variety of recreation offerings, including fitness and aqua classes, lap swim and tennis/pickleball reservations. Anderson Poolworks has replastered the lazy river, spa and tot pool. The meeting adjourned at 10:21 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. June 18 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 19. To participate in the 9 a.m. owner forums, visit the meeting date on SROA website calendar for instructions.
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Growing native is not just for the bees By Amanda Accamando, Nature Center Manager National native plant appreciation week is observed in late April each year, but for those of us in Sunriver, June might be a better time to celebrate and observe the native flora of our region. Right about now, it is hard not to notice the diversity of beautiful blooms that emerge after a long winter fed by snow melt penetrating deep underground. As I write this article in early May, the Oregon grape’s yellow blooms are attracting daily hummingbird visits. Sand lilies, a delicate, low ground, shortlived flower have just bloomed in the botanic garden. And bitterbrush, the ubiquitous shrub of our pine forest understory that feeds our local deer, is in full bloom producing small yellow flowers. All of these plants are what we consider native plants in our region. Although
the term “native plant” does not have a one-size-fits-all definition, in general they are plants that occur naturally in the place where the plant has evolved. Native plants evolved over millennia to be well adapted to our soils, climate, and have coevolved with native wildlife such as pollinators and herbivores. As a result, native plants have many benefits, not just in our natural landscape where they are found, but in our home landscapes as well. Native plants are typically more resistant to insect and disease damage than ornamental plants. They also tend to be less susceptible to environmental stressors such as natural cycles of drought or fire. Native plants are responsible for sustaining many other species in our complex ecosystem – from bees, to birds, to mammals. This concept was elegantly demonstrated a few years ago
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A sand lily blooms in the nature center’s botanical garden.
tive plants, also rely heavily on one another for survival. Over 70% of plants are dependent on animals, including birds, bats and insects, for pollination. The relationship between some native plants and their animal pollinators can also be very specialized. For example, plants with deep flowers such as those of some penstemon species, are dependent on longtongued bees to reach the pollen. In fact, about 30 to 50% of all native bees are highly specialized so if the plant they rely on disappears, so will they. You can support bees, birds,
and other local wildlife by keeping in mind their complex relationships with plants as you plan your landscape. To learn more about the importance of native plants, join us for our annual Wildflower Show & Pollinator Festival on Saturday, June 26. In addition to viewing a wide diversity of native wildflowers found in our region, there will be opportunities to learn more about pollinators and plants through guided walks, talks and hands-on activities for all ages.
June events at the SNCO Saturday Bird Walks Weekly bird walks at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory have resumed for the summer. Join Tom Lawler, expert birder and President of East Cascades Audubon Society, each Saturday to discover the rich bird habitats of Sunriver. With Tom’s keen eye and guidance, you will spot and learn to identify a variety of species found in the wetland, meadow, river, Turn to Events, page 9
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Supermoon in June; observatory expansion underway By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager The summer sky is rising above the observatory and the staff is excited to share its beauty and wonder. June is a wonderful time to look at the early summer sky. As the summer constellations start to rise, patience is key, days are long, and we need to wait for the dark of the night. The solstice is on June 21 and, for us in the Northern Hemisphere, this solstice marks the longest day of the year, early dawns, long days, late sunsets and short nights.
The Sun is high in the sky during the month, and views of the Sun through the observatory solar telescopes will be great. Ancient cultures understood solstices, as they mapped the Sun’s path across the sky, the length of daylight, and the location of the sunrise and sunset, that all shifted in a regular way throughout the year. They built monuments, such as Stonehenge, to follow the Sun’s yearly progress. Today, we know that the solstice is an astronomical event, caused by Earth’s tilt on its axis and its motion in orbit
around the Sun. Earth doesn’t orbit upright, instead, our world is tilted on its axis by 23 and 1/2 degrees. Earth’s Northern and Southern Hemispheres trade places in receiving the Sun’s light and warmth most directly. At the June solstice, Earth is positioned in its orbit so that our world’s North Pole is leaning most toward the sun. The June 24 “Supermoon” will be a bright full moon this month. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Strawberry Moon because it signaled the
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& Observatory and the High Desert Chapter of the Native Plant Society as we celebrate the diversity of wildflowers in Oregon and the pollinators who love them. Fun for the whole family includes: • Wildflower displays showcasing native wildflowers • Guided tours of the botanic garden • Guided wildflower and pollinator walks • Educational talks and demonstrations • Children’s activities and crafts • Native plants for sale • Educational stations and resources • Local art and photography vendors To manage capacity, entry to this event is by timed ticket for all patrons, including members. Tickets go on sale Monday, June 7 at 9 a.m. Walk-up admission will only be available as space allows. Advance tickets: $10/adult, $7/child (ages 4-12). SROA members receive free admission to the event but
must still reserve tickets online with appropriate discount code. To recover the discount code, call 541-593-4442. For more information, visit www. snco.org/wildflower.
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and forest habitats surrounding the nature center. Binoculars are available to borrow but pre-registration is required. Capacity is limited for walks and masks are required while birding. Online Native Plant Sale Fill your yard with native plants that provide habitat for birds, bees, and other wildlife while supporting Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. A variety of native plants and shrubs will be available including: penstemon, globemallow, monkey flower, milkweed, buckwheat, serviceberry and more. Plants are available by preorder. For more information visit, www.snco.org/plantsale Wildflower Show & Pollinator Festival Saturday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join Sunriver Nature Center
Living with Flickers: A Homeowner’s Guide June 16, 6:30 p.m. Birds are extraordinary but can sometimes cause home damage and other issues that are a nuisance to homeowners. Join us for a virtual workshop to explore how to live with birds such as flickers and nuthatches who want to turn our homes into theirs. Local wildlife rehabilitator, Elise Wolf of Native Bird Care Rescue, will discuss simple ways to either exclude or adapt to our flighted friends and why even the pests are, well, extraordinary. Registration for this program is $10 per household and required to receive the zoom access link. This program is free for SROA members with appropriate discount code. Register online: www.snco.org
an adventure, but we will be here to share the wonders and beauty of the universe. We have some great improvements for the summer ahead and are excited to see the weather improve. The observatory staff looks forward helping visitors explore the Milky Way with our many fine telescopes. Star clusters, nebulae and binary stars will be prime targets, producing the gratifying “oohs” and “oh, wow” exclamations from our guests looking through the scopes. We look forward to seeing you all soon and thanks again for all your support. Be sure to check out our web page at www.snco.org or check us out on Facebook.
time of year to gather ripening fruit and coincides with the peak of the strawberry harvesting season. This moon has also been known as the Rose Moon and the Honey Moon, and is the last of the three supermoons for 2021. During the month of June, we will be watching the progress of the observatory expansion and will continue to do our public programs and private groups during construction. Remember to get your reservations in early, most of our programs were filled last summer, and we expect the same this year. In addition, Cosmic Adventures will take place on Tuesday and Thursday, with options of rocketry or rovers for family groups. This year will continue to be
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Art reminds us of renewal and rebirth As we spring into summer and nature starts to bloom, the natural world is reflected in art. This allows us to capture the majesty of nature and bring it indoors to enjoy for a lifetime and beyond. Artists’ Gallery Sunriver is packed full of eye candy for those who love all types of art. From fine art in oils, acrylics, watercolor and mixed media to wood art that is both decorative and functional, the gallery has so much to choose from. Add in textile art, handmade jewelry, glass, pottery, mosaics, sculpture and you can
feast your eyes for hours – not to mention find that perfect gift for a special someone or yourself. Ken Marunowski Ken Marunowski says his style of painting is influenced by the rich traditions of French impressionism and American abstract expressionism. These movements have molded Marunowski’s medium-tolarge oil paintings to bring together elements of both artistic movements in dynamic, colorful compositions. Marunowski calls his paintings “celebrations
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their own story into each piece. Marunowski’s work needs to be viewed in person to appreciate the bold strokes, nuances and movement of the art. Carolyn Waissman Longtime Sunriver photographer and naturalist Carolyn Waissman is known for shooting portraits of Sunriver’s predators and other wildlife. Waissman’s work at the gallery currently features three predators common to the Sunriver Turn to Gallery, page 12
Join Artists’ Gallery Sunriver for a demonstration by jewelry artist, Amy Pfeiffer, who will show the art of fold-forming metal from 2 to 4 p.m. on June 12. Many of the shapes that come out of fold-forming resemble many things found in nature and utilizes laws of nature in the creation process. Flowers and leaves are crafted out of a repeated process of folding, annealing, unfolding and hammering of sheet metal. The process how a leaf forms is similar between natural occurrences and the fold-forming technique Painting demonstrations by artists Ken Marunowski and Bonnie Junell will also be ongoing during the gallery’s artist reception June 12 from 1 to 6 p.m. The gallery is in The Village at Sunriver, building 19.
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8 Magistrate -------------------------------------------9am 9 Owner Enrichment Committee--------------------2pm 11 Design Committee----------------------------------10am Member Pool Open House------------------------12-6pm 17 Finance Committee---------------------------------9am SSD Board Meeting--------------------------------3pm 19 Shred & Drug Disposal-----------------------------10am Police Dept 18 SROA Board Work Session-----------------------9am 19 SROA Board Meeting------------------------------9am 25 Design Committee----------------------------------10am 29 SROA Town Hall: Recycling-----------------------4pm
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Interested in joining a committee or participating in a future task force or special project? Contact the chair person for a particular committee or to be on a task force/special project contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411.
On Saturday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Sunriver Police Department will sponsor their eighth annual shredding and prescription medication drop-off event. The event will be held in the front parking lot of the Sunriver Police Department at 57455 Abbot Drive (between Circles 3 & 4 next to SROA administration building). SecureShred will collect and shred personal documents. This event is intended for personal residential document shredding and prescription only drug disposal, not for business or
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Mystery smoking pipe arrives at Second Tern By Wes Perrin Every once in a while an item shows up at Second Tern Thrift Store that puzzles even the most senior volunteer. A prime example is the recent arrival of an antique smoking pipe. It is obviously old and appears to be hand carved from the rare material meerschaum, but because of a lack of clear identification, it is hard to tell for sure. Only five inches long, the pipe is distinguished by the elaborate carving of a mother bird hovering over her brood of five tiny baby birds. The donor dropped it off without a word, and the only clue is the logo “S.G Paris” imprinted on the velvet carrying case. It is in excellent condition except for a break in the stem. It looks as though it may have actually been smoked, but considering the current recognition of the health dangers associated with smoking, the pipe’s best use today would be as an artistic accessory or as a valuable addition to a collection. “This is further evidence that in addition to regularly providing everyday quality
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www.sunriverwomensclub.org President’s message It’s summertime! Are you new to Sunriver or recently purchased a second home here? Now is the time to join the Sunriver Women’s Club as your membership will be current until September 2022. Go to sunriverwomensclub.org to learn more about our club and join. Our new board was installed in May and will get busy this month. I want to thank the outgoing board members for their hard work this past year. You have been a great group to work with! Thank you for “Steppin’ Up.” –Nancy Fischer, SRWC president • Membership: June is the A Full Service Tree Co.
time to join the SRWC as a new member. Beginning June 1, members who renew or join the SRWC will be paid up through Sept. 30, 2022. Go to the Sunriver Women’s Club website, log in and click on Join Us to renew your membership, or select Annual Membership to become a new member. When renewing your membership, please consider making a donation to support the SRWC philanthropy funds. • Mid-Soles Hikes -La Pine State Rec on June 10. Meet at the McGregor Viewpoint parking lot at 9:30. The hike is mostly flat, smooth trail. We will be doing the Deschutes loop and part of the McGregor loop, total distance
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than 60 volunteers joining the ProjectPonderosa.org volunteers who potted 2,000 ponderosa seedlings in 10 hours. Volunteers included residents, First Interstate Bank staff and the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. The 2-year-old seedlings were planted in pots and surrounded by wood chips for insulation. The Sunriver Fire Department watered the first 1,000 seedlings, followed by Sunriver Water & Environmental for the second batch of 1,000. The seedlings are eventually sold during sales at the Sunriver Nature Center. All tree revenue goes to the nature center, which also shares the proceeds with two local schools who provide a significant labor source. After one growing season, the roots are established, which ensures high survival for those who purchase and plant these hardy trees.
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served for 31 years in the Salem Police Department, where she achieved the rank of deputy chief, overseeing the patrol division of 130 staff. She was the first female officer to reach both the rank of lieutenant and deputy chief in the history of the Salem Police Department. Baker has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Oregon. She enjoys spending time with her family and skiing, hiking, paddle boarding, kayaking and mountain and road biking. “I decided to join the board because it’s important for public safety professionals to be engaged in all parts of the community,” Baker said. “Effective partnerships make everyone
safer and more connected when adversity hits.” Colin Gladden Colin Gladden has been with Sunriver Brewing Company since its start in July 2012. He joined the board to connect with fellow business and community leaders and to provide input on how to best support businesses in the Sunriver area. “I am a Central Oregon and south Deschutes County native and combined in my role as the GM of Sunriver pub, I am able to provide insight on business and tourism trends and what we can do to better meet both the needs our local community and those of visitors to the area,” he said. Gladden has watched Sunriver grow, with increases in both permanent residency and
numbers of out of area visitors. “The chamber fills a crucial role in being able to provide support to businesses,” he said. “Connecting and finding ways to meet the challenges we see in increased residency and visitor volume is crucial in creating a sustainable economy in south Deschutes County.” Gladden would like business owners and community members to know the chamber is working for them and it welcomes their feedback and questions. “Everyone involved in the chamber cares deeply about our community and the success of all,” he said. “The chamber is a great resource for networking, information, education, access to community programs and access to county and state resources for businesses.”
Kelly Newcombe Kelly Newcombe said becoming a board member is an extension of the work she does for Meredith Lodging, which is committed to supporting local efforts and organizations. “Sunriver is a special place and an important community to everyone at Meredith Lodging, and we look forward to continuing to find ways to contribute to its ongoing success,” Newcombe said. “Meredith Lodging is a business that brings lots of visitors and spending power to Sunriver. We want to make sure we stay in the loop with all Sunriver residents about what works best for them, too. Together we can find that balance between business and maintaining all that makes Sunriver so loved
by so many. Newcombe said her work with more than 50 Sunriver homeowners in the last year provides her with a seasoned perspective on the common priorities and wants of owners, particularly those whose homes are also vacation rentals. Newcombe said her favorite thing in the world is spending time with her family exploring Central Oregon’s immense beauty. “Snow or sunshine, we love to get out there to hike, bike, ski and snowboard,” she said. “We love to support the local shops and restaurants in Sunriver.” To learn more about the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce, visit its new website at www.sunriverchamber. com
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Planning your seasonal attack against noxious weeds SROA NEWS – Just as bird and wildlife migrations usher in the spring and winter seasons in our community, the appearance of noxious weeds is an annual marker of summer in Sunriver. Unlike the hummingbirds, deer and golden-mantled ground squirrels that visit our area, non-native invaders including spotted knapweed, Dalmatian toadflax, and several varieties of thistle are unwelcomed guests. These invasive plants reproduce quickly, steal scarce water, crowd out native vegetation and destroy natural habitat. To protect our community from noxious weeds, Sunriver owners created a mandatory Noxious Weed Management Plan that makes owners responsible for removing and preventing the spread of noxious weeds on their properties.
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Sunriver You: June Classes By Helen Heeren Two of our June classes focus on the Sunriver community this month. The first class is Sunriver Emergency Preparedness 201 which will be taught by our police and fire chiefs. They will be educating us on how we can all be ready if an emergency occurs in Sunriver or nearby. The second Sunriver specific class is a forum to meet the candidates running for the SROA Board of Directors. The election of the board is an annual event, and who we elect is important because the decisions they make impact all Sunriver owners. Last, for a little fun, if you have never played pétanque it’s a great game that anyone can learn and play. Come find out how in this class. Virtual classes are via Zoom and require registration to obtain the attendance link and in-person classes require registration for admittance. Links for registration are available at www.sunriveryou.com
Sunriver Emergency Preparedness 201 Wednesday, June 9, 2-3:30 p.m. Virtual presentation via Zoom by Cory Darling, the Sunriver Police Chief and Sunriver Fire Chief Tim Moor. Both chiefs have been in Sunriver since July 2018. The Sunriver Police and Fire departments work collaboratively to provide police and fire services to the Sunriver community. A major aspect of their job is thinking about and planning for an emergency in Sunriver. They also have a mission to get the message out to residents and visitors on how to minimize risk and what to do in the case of an emergency here. For instance, how many of us can say that we know why/when our emergency sirens would be activated or the evacuation routes out of Sunriver? Our chiefs will build on the information provided in the recent defensible space and the emergency preparedness classes. Both chiefs will be focusing on the specifics of
emergency preparedness for the greater Sunriver community. Handouts will be included for all attendees. SROA Board of Directors Candidate Forum June 10, 4 p.m. via Zoom and moderated by Gwen Gamble. The annual SROA Board of Directors elections are coming up with six candidates vying for three seats. This forum is intended as a way to get to know them and their priorities regarding Sunriver so that you can make an informed decision when you vote. The moderator will field the questions and
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Tickets on sale now for Sunriver Music festival As Oregonians become increasingly vaccinated, the 44th season of Sunriver Music Festival is back in high gear with its annual June golf tournament, the launch of public ticket sales for a stunning series of outdoor concerts and the Festival Faire “Outdoor Overture” event. First up, the 11th Annual Swings Fore Strings golf tournament is Sunday, June 6 at the Woodlands course in Sunriver. Although the registration deadline has passed, there may be some spots still available. Please call the festival office immediately (541-593-1084) if you and your golfing friends would like to join the fun. July 24 brings the ever-vital Festival Faire fundraising auction. This year’s “Outdoor Overture” will be a delightful event in the open air with live music and multiple delicious
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By Deon Stonehouse Every year we focus the month of June on a region, state or city in the USA. As a lead up to the 4th of July it is a good time to celebrate the diversity, varied landscape, and regional cultural differences that make the United States such a special place. This year our clubs will discuss books set in Alaska. Book Club discussions are held via Zoom, to attend email sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks.com and we will send you the link the day of or day before the discussion. Everyone is welcome. Book Club discussions are at 6 p.m. Mondays. • On June 7 the Mystery Book Clubs discusses “All the Winters After” by Sere Prince Halverson. Kachemak Winkel left Alaska after graduation with nary a backward glance, giving up a promising
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Sunriver Service District board monthly meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on May 13, 2021. Board members present: Bill Hepburn, Dennis Dishaw, Ron Stephens, John Ralston, Robert Foster, Jackie Schmid and Gerhard Beenen. SSD staff present: Chief Cory Darling, Chief Tim Moor, Sgt. Mike Womer, Debbie Baker, Mindy Holliday. SROA staff presented: Susan Berger Public input -None Consent Agenda –Approved April 15, 2021 regular SSD board meeting minutes as written. –Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of
$17,552,02. –Approved April 16, 2021 joint SSD/SROA board meeting minutes as written. Old business –New Public Safety Building: Discussions continued on possible locations for a new fire/police facility, which included a 2+ acre piece of land near Fort Rock Park. A letter of interest has been sent to SROA. A Public Safety Building Task Force has been assembled and a timeline set for moving forward. “We need to figure out how to pay for this project and work with owners to make this successful,” said director John Ralston. New business –Approved chair signature to
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SSD Financial Report Year-to-date as of April 30, 2021 (unaudited) Total Revenues............................................ $5,629,424 Police Personnel, Materials & Services.......... $1,551,505 Fire Personnel, Materials & Services............. $2,200,804 Bike Patrol.................................................. $56,839 General Personnel, Materials & Services....... $199,523 agreement for Physician Medical Supervision for Sunriver Fire Department paramedics. This is an annual contract as paramedics are required to work under a doctor when providing medical aid. This particular agreement also includes monthly trainings. –Accepted the April 2021 unaudited financials. Chief reports
Fire –In April, there were 42 calls for the Sunriver Fire Department, which included 14 advance EMS calls, 4 brush fires (outside of Sunriver), 3 vehicle crash responses and 17 public service assistance calls. –The fire and police chiefs met with a property manager about emergency preparedness and it was suggested refrig-
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erator magnets be made for posting in rentals. The magnet would highlight the www. sunriveremergencyinfo.com website and how to sign up for Sunriver emergency text alerts. SROA communications assisted and designed the magnets. –Gave an update on La Pine Fire communications and their ultimate use of the advanced 911 radio system and alleviate issues communicating with Sunriver Fire. –Training included communications and wildfire structure protection. –Supporting/assisting ODF and USFS on prescribed burn operations around Central Oregon. –Congratulations to JJ Johnson for earning his Fire Officer I certification. The certification provides the eligibility to become a fire captain. –Conducted three home wildfire inspections. –Participated in a field trip around Sunriver with wildland fire experts from ODF, USFS and Deschutes County for Turn to SSD, page 22
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4-1 Assisted DCSO with a dispute involving stranded motorists possibly armed with crude weapons such as sticks and slingshots. DCSO determined no one wanted to be a victim and all parties were transported back to civilization. 4-4 Citizen found a dog near South Imnaha Road and Mt. Baker Lane. “Virgil,” a 12 year old border collie, was transported to the Sunriver Police Department. Thanks to a microchip, a message was left for the owners. A short time later Virgil was reunited with his owners. 4-6 Cascara Vacation Rentals reported a found firearm at a West Core home. Officer responded and took possession of the gun for safekeeping and the owner was notified of their left-behind firearm. 4-7 Responded to a dog complaint on Wallowa. RP stated that a dog aggressively approached him and barked at him while he was walking by. Contact was made with the owner and dog who did not show any signs of aggression. Due to the RP’s statement the dog’s owner was given a verbal warning for vicious dog. 4-7 Multiple Sunriver units responded to a Loon Lane for a domestic call. The driver was arrested for domestic harassment and DUII. 4-12 Responded to a call of suspicious circumstances regarding a rental on Hoodoo Lane. Circumstances were civil in nature. 4-13 Trespass complaint at the Country Store. One of the juveniles stated he was pushed by an employee, and his father wanted to press charges. 4-14 Officer assisted in locating a juvenile who was lost on the bike path. Juvenile was found safe and reunited with parents. 4-16 Three contacts with a subject at a Venture Lane location. Subject was having a mental health crisis, but refused stabilization center and other resource assistance. Subject was not a danger to herself or others. 4-17 Officer flagged down near Spring River Road location after someone witnessed a deer being struck by a vehicle. The deer was alive but severely injured and was dispatched by the officer. 4-18 A juvenile lost her family while bicycling near Overlook Road. Officer was able to locate the father and reunite him with his daughter. 4-24 Dispatched to a domestic on Pinnacle Lane. A verbal argument ensued between the listed subject and his mother over storing property while renovating his condo. Officer stood by while the party removed his property from his mother’s condo. Ultimately, this was a civil issue that had escalated.
By Jim Bennett For years we have heard the message of being prepared, in the event of a disaster or emergency, to “survive” for three days with minimal to no services. Encouragement to have everything you need or will need, to sustain life, in a disaster has been in the past relegated to a period of “three days,” before true assistance is available. In May, the League of Oregon Cities, hosted its annual Local Government Spring Symposium. The online forum included many speakers on our state’s approach to disaster preparedness, response and recovery. While there was lots of great information shared, one really stood out. Andrew Phelps, Director of Oregon Emergency Management, commented of the importance of “two-week-ready.” In other words, the importance of being self-sufficient and surviving in disaster situations for up to two weeks. The philosophy has been
to have at least three days of supplies on hand. We have seen this played out countless times on the national stage – days and weeks after an emergency – where someone has had to “survive” without immediate help in the most serious of disasters. Let’s change gears for a moment and talk about the beginning of summer and helping to keep our community safe during our busiest time of year. If you have just arrived for a week of fun and are sitting down enjoying an iced tea while perusing the Scene, or you get to experience our paradise 365 days a year, it is a great time to share some important rules and regulations that keep us all safe and enjoying the high desert. Where’s the barbecue? If it is your first time to Sunriver you might be wondering where the charcoal barbecue is. The answer is fairly simple; nowhere in Sunriver. You are welcome to have a safe, operational propane/natural gas barbecue or a pellet style barbecue, but the
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“on the ground” evaluation of Sunriver’s Ladder Fuels Reduction program. “It was an eye opener and learning experience,” said Chief Moor. “I am very comfortable with the LFR’s 6-year cycle and work done by SROA.” Chief Moor added that it is now obvious to him that “it’s not the LFR plan that is the problem, it’s homeowners and their properties.” Police –In April, the Sunriver Police Department had 642 calls
for service, 54 of which were emergencies. Officers investigated 46 cases, conducted 166 traffic stops and issued 43 citations, provided 24 community-policing responses, there were 21 animal issues, 30 parking issues and 151 security checks. –A shredding and drug disposal event was scheduled for 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on June 19 at the police office. –The department received a 2020 Gold Standard award from Lexipol Connect for excellence in law enforcement policy management. –Officers attended various
training, including: anxiety disorders, depression, positional asphyxia, mobile field force, positional shooting and officer medical emergency. –Officer Ross interviewed a suspect in Salem in reference to a credit card theft reported by the fire department. A warrant for the suspect’s arrest will be requested via the Polk County District Attorney’s office. Administration –Submitted final approved SSD budget to Deschutes County. A budget hearing was scheduled for June 2. –Met with SSD board chair Hepburn, vice-chair Ralston
and Deschutes County Commissioner Tony DeBone regarding Phase 1 of the public safety building analysis progress. Plans are to connect with the other commissioners and Central Oregon Visitor Association. –Sent letter to SROA on a potential safety facility site near Fort Rock Park. –Submitted proposed updated agreements (administrative, accounting and bike patrol) with SROA for legal review. The board is to review the agreements and provide any proposed changes to administrator Baker.
–Board training is scheduled for June 17. Other business –Emergency operations training was held May 21. –An emergency preparedness virtual presentation by the fire/police chiefs was being hosted by Sunriver You on June 9. –The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, June 17, 3 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 4:36 p.m. Approved minutes are posted to www.sunriversd.org as available.
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Virtual presentations allow far-away author participation By Deon Stonehouse Join us via Zoom for a couple interesting author events this month. In-store events are great fun, and we are looking forward to the day that is possible again. Meanwhile, Zoom also has advantages as it allows authors from far away an easier method to take part. Our June 26 event will be with an author from the UK. A registration link is available on our website for each of the events. • Saturday, June 12 at 5 p.m. Arlene Sachitano will present “Double Knit,” a new series set in Portland. “Double Knit” introduces a likeable cast of characters and a unique premise. Permelia thought her life was set and raised eight children with her husband on their
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Sunriver Men’s Golf: Season cruising into full swing; competitions ahead By Paul Grieco Our appetites for golf have been whetted as the weather continues to cooperate with more warmth, less cool wind and fewer frost delays. Ah, yes – summer in Sunriver cannot be beat for all around sports activities including hiking, biking, paddling, tennis, pickleball, swimming, running, sunning and, of course, golf. With nearly 30 official events scheduled for the golf year, which stretches from April through October, the Sunriver
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Harvey and Art Cervantes. It’s heartening to realize that the top 10 is well represented by low, middle and higher handicappers. The season up to this point has seen a net 61, and two net 67s, as well as a low gross 70 and 71. In the 18 hole challenge 0-18 handicap range, gross category, the five leaders are: Mike Davis at 2 over, Bret Mackay at 6 over, Mike Calhoun at 7 over, Steve Rider at 8 over and four tied at 10 over. In the net category, the leaders are Terry Tjaden at -1, Paul Grieco at 1 over, Davis Wightman and Tom Woodruff at 2 over, and Brandon Ladd at 3 over. In the 19 – 36 gross category: Mike Stamler leads at 4 over, followed by John Volkober at 10 over and Don Larson at 28 over. In the net category: Gary Brooks and Art Cervantes Turn to Men’s Golf, page 25
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Stars presents musical classic ‘Willy Wonka’ Sunriver Stars Community Theater presents the "Stars Kids Drama Camp" production of Willy Wonka Jr. – A Musical Review. The program is a student showcase which wraps up a 10 week program of education in the performing arts sponsored by the Sunriver-LaPine Rotary Club and The Door church in Sunriver. This musical review introduces a few “firsts” for SSCT. The scenes were filmed and made into a “movie” which will be presented outdoors under the stars. The Willy Wonka Jr. showcase will be presented on Saturday, June 19. The location of the outdoor theater and the start time of the showcase will be announced. Please check the website at www.SunriverStars. org for updates. The show will be a magical production comprised of the wonderful music from “Willy Wonka Jr.” performed by local children and adults enrolled in the Sunriver Stars Kids Drama Camp program. Guests will have plenty of room to spread out (for social distancing) while enjoying the show in the safety of their own “family bubbles.”
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are tied for the lead at 4 under, Ron Morris is at 3 under, Dave Davalos is at one under and Mike Stamler is even. As long as we are into stats: the club currently has 23 single digit GHIN players, 36 players in the 10 to less than 20 range, and 20 players in the 20-andover index range. It’s early in the season, so we know things will change. –Paul J. Grieco is a director of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@gmail.com
And… admission is free. State mandated restrictions have made rehearsals challenging, but program director Michele Hans has put this entertaining show together with a focus on keeping everyone healthy while introducing the children to the magic of theater. The drama education program also included character development training; instructing students in the five tenants of the S.H.I.N.E. Character Development training curriculum. Students have worked hard over the past weeks, coming to the program from Sunriver, Bend and La Pine area schools. Several students participating in the program also hail from homeschooling families from those same neighborhoods. The musical review will begin just before sundown. Bring your blankets or low-seat beach chairs and enjoy the show. Please plan to join us in the open air theater and experience the Sunriver Stars Community Theater's first-ever “Showcase Under the Stars.”
Sunriver women’s golf back in action By Helen Brown “It feels like coming out of hibernation!” exclaimed one golfer. The Sunriver Women’s Golf Association (SWGA) is in full swing as weekly competition began May 12, after four rounds of a “soft opening” and a winter of COVID-19 shutdowns. Weekly Wednesday rounds will continue until Nov. 3. The ladies are looking forward to a busy summer. A two-day Partnership Tournament takes place in July, where two-member teams vie for the win. On July 13, the SWGA hosts their home visitation, inviting other Central Oregon clubs to participate in a fun day at Sunriver’s Woodlands course. In addition to regular club play, SWGA offers opportunities to play with the Central Oregon senior women, SWGA Team Play and SWGA visitations with other local clubs. To join the SWGA, you
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This is particularly true of Native Americans and Australian aborigines. From the beginning Queensland’s native police division dealt harshly with the aborigines. Nobody really wanted to know what measures they used, just get the job done so the settlers could occupy the land and run their ranches without annoyance or protest. Often those measures were deadly. In “Only Killers and Thieves” Howarth told the story of two teenage brothers, Billy and Tommy McBride, who were involved in a massacre led by native police officer Edmund Noone. The McBride family had been slaughtered, and natives were blamed for the
murders. Noone was set on vengeance and took the McBride sons along to participate in the killing. “Dust Off the Bones” explores what happens to the two young men who participated in such cruel and senseless violence. How does it shape the rest of their lives? History is well served in Howarth’s books. Australia in the early days is vivid with the harsh landscape of Queensland’s ranching community and the miles of wilderness where Tommy and Arthur flee. But what makes the books special is the characters. Sunriver Books & Music is located in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www. sunriverbooks.com for more information.
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Kach relied on his aunt to keep up his parent’s home. For 20 years it has been neglected. He heads to the remote home-place for the first time in two decades, expecting to see a dilapidated mess, the Alaskan winters being particularly unforgiving on untended property. Instead he finds the home in pristine condition, every item is in place as if his parents had only stepped out for a short while and would be back any moment. The curator of this unauthorized museum is Nadia, a frightened Russian woman, kept company by a beautiful husky dog. Kach is shocked, also intrigued. His initial response of wondering who was squatting in his property quickly turned to gratitude that Nadia had preserved his home
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Letter from Readers, cont’d on pages 29-30 Yes for new Recycling Center By Gerhard Beenen I am in favor of a new recycling center. The center we have today is inadequate, poorly located, and does not fit the quality of experience of Sunriver today. As a board member, I advocated for putting the recycle center to a vote of the owners this summer, in contradiction to the recommendation of our Recycling Task Force which advocated putting the vote off until next year. Their reasons were sound, suggesting we re-assess the need for a recycling center after seeing the impact of side-yard recycling, which won’t start until sometime later this year. So why did I vote for putting the recycling center to an ownership vote now? Advocates for a “no” vote point out that side-yard recycling was owners first choice in a recent survey
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(40% of survey respondents) and once implemented, could impact the need or size of a new center. While I agree side-yard recycling is a great addition, as a former part-time resident, I can see how side-yard might not work for all owners. Survey results support this position where side-yard recycling, in combination with a recycle depot was selected as the first choice by 44% of respondents. Nineteen percent of respondents picked a recycling depot only. Fifty-six percent of respondents indicated they were unwilling to pay a monthly fee for side-yard recycling and 72% of respondents were unwilling to modify their garbage coral to accommodate recycling bins. While side-yard will impact usage of the recycling center, our current center clearly illustrates the unsightliness and hazard of having a depot that is too
small. Recycling in Sunriver has increased by 50% from 2011 through 2020. A larger depot should eliminate overflow, specifically on summer weekends, and result in fewer truck trips to service the center. I’ve been a member of the SROA Finance Committee for the past five years and each year we discussed the recycling center, yet we never proceeded past the “discussion” stage. SROA currently has a commitment from Cascade Disposal to offset up to $600,000 in the cost of a new center that I want to secure before they find a better use for these funds. The need for a new recycling center has been discussed, studied and part of the IAMP plan since 2012. It’s time for owners to vote on whether we invest in a new recycling depot that is consistent with the quality of experience of a premier community like Sunriver.
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Recycling: transparency needed By Ed Pitera Side-yard pickup was thoroughly discussed by SROA’s Recycling Task Force. This home-based approach is to mimic our trash pickup service except wheeled carts are used instead of cans to reduce worker injuries. Carts of 32-, 64-, or 96-gallon capacity are to be available for owners to select the size they need. 64-gallon carts are to have the same footprint as 32-gallon carts and essentially the same as the existing 32-gallon cans SROA requires us to have space for thus minimizing the need for trash enclosure modifications. For some owners, two 32-gallon carts – one for trash, one for recycle – might be adequate. For others, a 64-gallon recycling cart and a 32-gallon trash cart might work. For others, some other combination of sizes up to 96 gallons for a recycling cart might be
appropriate. Similarly, the frequency of pickup service is to mimic what we have now. Some owners have collection once a week, others twice, others on an on-call basis for all or just parts of the year. Having side-yard pickup available to part time residents is important to minimize the size and cost of a new/refurbished recycling drop-off style center like we have now. Issues like suspension of recycling service if trash is mixed in with recycling were discussed and ways to handle them fleshed out. Giving homeowners time to try out home based recycling, receive carts sized for their needs, and modify their enclosures, if needed, was discussed. Modifications could be accomplished within a grace period for compliance with enclosure rules, not enforcing the rule until a home is modified, sold, etc. It is unclear if these concepts were adopted. Neither
Why, Sunriver? Why? By Joella Olson Sunriver has been a part of my life since it first opened. It was the memory of a trip to Sunriver as a little girl that had me returning as an adult. Fast forward to now, my husband and I are retiring here, and our two grown sons still love coming to Sunriver just like they did nearly every summer as they were growing up. We have a very deep affinity for this beautiful place and wouldn’t want to see much change. Except for maybe this one thing: Sunriver hasn’t fully embraced micro-mobility beyond the bicycle, and it needs to. The rule around e-bikes leave me confused about why certain electric mobility devices are prohibited and why they would be. Class I pedal-assisted e-bikes are already allowed. The next level up is the Class II e-bike, banned apparently because these bikes have a throttle, allowing a rider to travel without pedaling, if desired. I can’t figure out why that would be a bad thing since the max mph on both classes are the same (a throttle doesn’t mean it goes faster). And then we have little e-scooters. Why ban e-scooters? E-scooters are perfect for Sunriver’s pathways. Here’s why: • They’re smaller than bicy-
SROA nor Cascades Disposal has provided details of the $14.95/month recycling subscription service SROA first announced on March 19. Getting information is problematic. Call SROA, they point to the hauler. Call the hauler, they say contact SROA. Both organizations should provide us with what they have exchanged so potential subscribers can provide constructive input on how to make home pickup successful. Please ask SROA to make the proposal public, get community input, and promote home recycling. Most people know how to recycle using a bin at their house since it is the most likely service they had before coming to Sunriver. It is a tried and true method of recycling. Let’s focus on side-yard pickup for a year, then see what size center we really need. Vote no on the oversized $930,000 depot.
Yes on new Recycling Center cles, taking up less space on pathways and in parking corrals. • My Segway Ninebot has a max speed of 18.6 mph and a maximum 800 watts (less than the currently approved Class 1 e-bikes). • They’re great for quick trips to the store, so you can leave the car at home which means fewer cars on the road and in the parking lots. Think of that! • Choosing to scooter instead of driving a car is better for the air we breathe. • For bike rental shops, renting scooters would be another source of income. • For those who aren’t able to ride a bike, e-scooters offer a mode of transportation that will allow them access to places that are too far for walking, and the ability to join friends and family on excursions that previously left them behind. That’s huge! • You don’t get sweaty riding an e-scooter, so you can hop on and take yourself to the village for dinner; heck, you can even wear a dress. Try that on a bicycle. My scooter is in the garage, helmet hanging on the handlebar. It’s probably confused as to why it hasn’t been to the river lately. It’s thinking, “Why, Sunriver, why?”
By Clark Pederson Join your neighbors in voting YES on the upcoming Recycling Center vote. I am supporting the new Recycling Center because: 1) the existing center is no longer acceptable as it is located within the Public Works yard and there is danger in mixing recycler traffic with heavy equipment and the mixture prevents us from securing the yard. 2) the current large metal bins are extremely noisy as they are dropped on the pavement in the often-daily emptying and moving process. The noise is very disturbing to neighboring homes which deserve better from us. The dropping damages the pavement and creates an uneven surface which creates a safety hazard. The new facility will have smaller plastic commercial-sized dumpsters arranged in a three-sided enclosed space which will reduce noise. Moving to the nearby location moves it further away from neighbors and there will be berms and landscaping to also reduce noise. Not all owners can take advantage of side-yard recycling – many are here only part of the year and prefer a recycling center when needed. Many cannot or choose not to enlarge their
trash enclosure to include a recycling container in addition to garbage containers. Why do those who want side yard service want to deny a recycling center for those who prefer it? Owners who prefer sideyard recycling are getting that. Thanks to the Recycling Task Force and our Board it will be available at below the cost of providing that service. And Cascade Disposal will reimburse $600,000 of the cost of building the recycling center;
the remainder will be paid from our Reserve Fund/Capital Improvement budget – not requiring an owner assessment. The funds for the side-yard discount and the $600,000 reimbursement coming from Cascade being at the top of the allowable profit margin on franchise services. This is paid from all subscribers in Cascade’s service territory – not just Sunriver owners. The county also pays Turn to Recycling, page 30
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Clearing the air on recycling proposal By Bill Burke Recent comments by opponents of a new recycling center do not tell the entire story. Misinformation, skewed or selective use of information, and misleading comments could turn a very good opportunity into a missed opportunity for SROA and all owners. As a current Board member, a member of the Infrastructure and Amenities (IAMP), and the Recycling Center and Comprehensive Owners Survey task forces, I am familiar with the project facts and survey results. From IAMP we know that the Recycling Center has been a valued infrastructure asset. The task force
report rated it number one for infrastructure improvement and it ranked third highest in that owners survey. From the 2020 Recycling Survey, many preferred that the facility be private (Sunriver owners and guests only) rather than public. But what many of the opponents comments overlook is that owners did not want to pay an assessment for a private facility (62%). Additionally, the 2021 Comprehensive Owners Survey indicated that many owners did not realize the facility has always been open to the public (since 2002!), with no operational concerns identified as a result of public access. The
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implication that all residents of the region will use a public facility is misleading as well. Regional residents have access to the public facility in La Pine and the transfer station south of Sunriver. These are just a few examples of the misinformation being offered. Interestingly, there is already a “win” for some owners. As a result of the Board creation of the task force and subsequent discussions with Deschutes County and Cascade Disposal, owners in Sunriver will have an opportunity for side-yard recycling for those who choose to pay for that service, have room in their trash enclosure, or are willing to pay for remodeling, if architecturally possible (42% of owners from
the recycling survey indicated their current trash enclosure did not have room to add an additional recycling container.). Construction of a new recycling facility is in line with the Sunriver Mission Statement, improves safety for users and staff, creates a more functional and owner valued asset, is an appropriate use of your reserve dollars, offers a significant reimbursement to that fund over a 5 year period, supports future planning, mitigates impact on nearby neighbors and eliminates an eyesore in our community. I encourage all owners to review the facts, support this ballot measure and take advantage of this opportunity.
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Recycling center ‘answers’ create questions By Mark and Cindy McConnell Here’s a different take on the Q and A from the May Scene about the Recycling Center: • Yes, the center has always been public, but it is not currently advertised by the hauler or county as a public facility. Will it be advertised and draw in more people? • The Owners will be paying at least $330,000 for the facility whether it is public or private. Why would we need to pay for operating costs when the County is paying that already from our dump fees? • Do we need a larger facility if side-yard recycling is subsidized and promoted? • While the proposed new public facility is touted to be safer and easier to use, it will still be unmonitored. Will it create more truck traffic? Will it attract more outside user traffic? • What is a reasonable cost for a shed to house a few large garbage bins? • What will be the net loss to the reserve funds in compounded returns when you take out $930,000 and only filter back $600,000 over five years? • Isn’t side-yard recycling the most convenient? Why not work on solutions to accommodate the most convenient and earth-friendly system?
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$40,000 annually to Cascade to pick up Sunriver’s recycling (these funds come from tipping fees by those who use the landfill). So, it is logical that it will be open to neighbors outside Sunriver like our current center. And while a majority said they prefer a private recycling center, a majority also said they wouldn’t be willing to pay for it. To make it private, do you want to give up Mary McCallum Park improvements? Skip a new bicycle tunnel? Not keep up our pathways? With side yard recycling and a new Recycling Center it’s a win-win for all sides. Join me in voting yes.
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