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Wheeler Council Candidates Coffee Talk Friday 10-11 at Handy Creek Bakery
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Moon River Farm Veggie POP UP Friday 10/21 2:30-5:30
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We still have veggies!
Come see us and stock up on veggies before we go into baby induced hibernation!
We have lots of your favorites..(Salad Mix, Carrots, Potatoes, Shallots, etc.) and some fun new crops too like beautiful purple and pink mini Daikon radishes!
Details:
Friday, 2:30-5:30pm behind WOLFMOON bakery in Nehalem.
See you soon!
Honey/maple syrup guy is returning – but first…questions
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Hi folks – Jeff here from JW Merc – I plan to return for another “pop-up” roadside date in November – probably the week BEFORE the Thanksgiving madness begins – but am curious if there is something in particular that the area will want to see available on the table.
I have added regional bee pollen to the line-up, now have real Vermont maple SUGAR (great in baking or as a coffee sweetener!) – and by that time will have probably a half-dozen new varieties of raw honey – some geared towards more ‘wintry’ everyday use (stronger wildflower for instance) – and in particular some special/small yield honeys from the Northwest that are less likely to be known for potential gift recipients over the holiday season.
What ELSE? I have been seeing some uneven visitor numbers these last few months – and am not sure if it’s just a coincidence or if the selection needs to be spiffed up a bit. It’s no secret that raw honey prices have gone up – and I was just notified of a new one coming from my biggest beekeeping group. The cost of glass jars + the lid has something to do with it – but shorter yields as we are beginning to see now are also responsible. I can’t help too much with that – a small business can only absorb so much of this
without it making the effort senseless.
A forthcoming website makeover is certainly going to have an impact on how I do business so want to be sure I am taking as much into consideration as possible before it rolls out.
Any comments would be helpful – e-mail is: jwmerc@gmail.com, my phone # for any text is 208-424-0042 and you can send instant messages through the JW Merc Facebook page or my personal Facebook page (Jeffrey Warren) – I appreciate the insight! JW
I have added regional bee pollen to the line-up, now have real Vermont maple SUGAR (great in baking or as a coffee sweetener!) – and by that time will have probably a half-dozen new varieties of raw honey – some geared towards more ‘wintry’ everyday use (stronger wildflower for instance) – and in particular some special/small yield honeys from the Northwest that are less likely to be known for potential gift recipients over the holiday season.
What ELSE? I have been seeing some uneven visitor numbers these last few months – and am not sure if it’s just a coincidence or if the selection needs to be spiffed up a bit. It’s no secret that raw honey prices have gone up – and I was just notified of a new one coming from my biggest beekeeping group. The cost of glass jars + the lid has something to do with it – but shorter yields as we are beginning to see now are also responsible. I can’t help too much with that – a small business can only absorb so much of this
without it making the effort senseless.
A forthcoming website makeover is certainly going to have an impact on how I do business so want to be sure I am taking as much into consideration as possible before it rolls out.
Any comments would be helpful – e-mail is: jwmerc@gmail.com, my phone # for any text is 208-424-0042 and you can send instant messages through the JW Merc Facebook page or my personal Facebook page (Jeffrey Warren) – I appreciate the insight! JW
Marks Community Matters Volunteerism Makes Manzanita Work
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A few months after we moved to Manzanita full-time, we attended Mark Beach’s popular class on local history. One session focused on volunteerism. Mr. Beach asked everyone who volunteered in the area to stand up. We were some of the few still seated…he remembered that we were new to town, pointed to us and said, “You get one year…”
He was quite right! By the same time next year, we were immersed in volunteer activities for several organizations. This video shares a fun story about one of those opportunities, working with Lee Hiltenbrand at our Library: https://youtu.be/G39uSUnFC6Y.
I’ve enjoyed working on several Library book sales over the years, and I’m proud to share Madeline Olson’s endorsement with you.
I’m Mark Kuestner and I’m running for Manzanita City Council. Please visit my website www.MarkForCouncil2022.com to learn more about me. I ask for your vote on November 8.
Manzanita City Hall and Council Elections
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The attached ad is a reminder as you receive your ballot this week to vote for new Manzanita city council members. It was published prior to the November 5, 2019 bond measure.
Conspicuous among supporters for the ill-fated Bond Measure for New Facilities which failed by a nearly 70% negative vote were council member Linda Kozlowski and Mark Kuestner who are current candidates for city council seats. They urged you to vote for higher taxes for the new facility.
The Bond promised to increase homeowners’ property tax by $9000 over 30 years if you live in an average home. Above average homes would be charged more. Your below average home would be charged less. There are no current estimates for the three city hall schemes now being proposed. They are smaller than before, but construction costs have gone up.
After the Bond failure, city council refused to consider a petition request by 260 resident/taxpayers to compare costs between Underhill reuse/remodel and new build.
After the 70% shellacking at the ballot box, city council downsized the project size, and now are considering reuse of all or part of the existing structures.
But it begs the question as to whether council member Kozlowski and candidate Kuestner are as out of touch with voters now as when 70% voted down their preferences.
Manzanita is losing its charm due to too many short term rental visitors. Manzanita’s water fund is being raided again($200,000 +) for the benefit of the General Fund this budget year while water and sewer infrastructure fund goes wanting. Most voters want basic services and are in no mood for tax increases in the current high inflation in food, gas and services.
Meanwhile, city spending for consultants, architects and contractors goes on. After the last Bond Vote example of an out of touch council, there has been no pledge to vote again on any proposed facilities funding.
Either Ms. Kozlowski or Mr. Kuestner will be elected to city .council. Both were out of touch with most voters in the past.
Will Stone
Manzanita
Mayerle for Manzanita: Bringing Teamwork to the Table
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I’m Brad Mayerle, and I’m running for Manzanita City Council. To learn more about me, go to: bit.ly/bradsdailyblog
I was enjoying dinner the other night with friends, and we talked about our experiences during the pandemic. I told a story about how crazy it was to be in the medical profession at that time and about my commitment to my employees when the pandemic began. And I thought I’d share this story with you, so you can understand what else I will bring to the table: teamwork.
When Covid cases started to spread, even before the state ordered dental practices to shut down, I felt the need to protect my staff from this unknown illness. We immediately closed at the state’s mandate. Of course, my employees were concerned about how they would pay their bills, and I completely understood my staff’s concern. Many of my staff were younger, just buying their first homes; some were single moms, and some had kids in college. There was so much uncertainty, but I knew we would get through it together, and we did. After two months, we were permitted to reopen with minimal guidance from the state. We knew we would be seeing fewer patients, and that would require less staff. My staff pulled together, compromised and brought ideas to how we could provide the safest, most efficient environment to provide the care our patients needed. We went above and beyond in safety protocol to protect both the staff and our patients.
I was so proud of my staff, and I was proud of the management style that I was able to cultivate over the years to help guide us through this challenging time.
I often had patients tell me how our office was so different from other dental offices they had visited. Our office was full of laughter, my staff worked independently, and we had fun while providing state-of-the-art dentistry.
Patients noticed the number of procedures my staff was allowed to perform. I have always believed that people should be given the opportunity to grow in their job. Performing the same procedure, or micromanaging a person, stifles their creativity and ability to grow. My staff picked the continuing education classes they wanted to attend. It was my job to make the opportunity available. We had staff meetings after educational events so they could share what they had learned with the rest of the group. I encouraged my staff to perform all the work within their comfort level that the state allowed. Quite frankly, they were better at many of the procedures than I was. My assistant made the best temporary restorations you have ever seen. No patient left our office embarrassed to smile while waiting for their permanent restorations. My hygiene department recommended the schedules for recall, they knew the patients’ hygiene needs, and I trusted them.
Over the course of building my practice, it grew from one employee to 14. I assembled this staff by looking at skill sets and how they would fit into our office environment. Some of my staff didn’t just come from the dental world. I hired the front desk person at the hotel where we’d stay when I was commuting from Manzanita to Lake Oswego. The front desk manager always made us feel so welcome, asked us about our family, and provided such excellent customer service that I asked him if he wanted to work for me. He did, and it worked out great. People loved him—employees and patients alike.
Like any family, we had our problems. Sometimes staff members felt someone wasn’t doing the work or holding up their end of the bargain. We would talk and find a resolution. Sometimes it was easy, someone was having a family issue or a rough patch, and sometimes it was a deeper problem like substance abuse. We had regular staff meetings: short ones weekly over lunch, and longer ones monthly, where we would close the office for the afternoon. By providing a safe place to talk and listen, we respected each other, and meetings always ended on an optimistic note. This atmosphere kept our team together for years; we celebrated our successes often with outings, happy hours, and gatherings.
In previous posts, I have outlined my skill sets, such as how I use the medical model for decision-making and my business experience in fiscal responsibility and following regulations. I thought you might enjoy understanding my experience working in a team and how I believe it differentiates me from the other candidates.
Here’s what some of my staff members have to say:
Dr. Brad definitely has a soft spot for the “underdog” or those who feel different or out of place. He had a special ability to talk with everyone and anyone and make them feel at home and comfortable in his dental chair. In the 13 years I assisted Brad, he showed me great compassion and generosity several times. I was diagnosed with breast cancer about one year into my employment, and Brad and the entire team supported me and carried me when I needed it. I couldn’t have asked for a better boss and friend through that dark time of my life and throughout my 13 years with Mayerle & Tydeman Dental. –Nicole
Brad, working for a boss like you really helped me to elevate my work experience. You were kind, motivating and a wonderful leader. I appreciate all of your support over the years as your patient, your colleague, your employee and, lastly, your friend. I will never forget your loyalty and support over the years. –Jenny
Brad always treated me fair, was respectful and always loyal and honest. I love his great sense of humor! Always a joy to work with!! –Jams
Working with Brad was extremely enjoyable. He was always respectful and kind. One of the things I really liked was he would listen when people spoke, whether it was staff or a patient. He really listened and made people feel heard. I always enjoyed the days I got to work with Brad. They were really fun. –Gwen
Nehalem Candidates Meet & Greet – Oct. 18 at NCRD from 6 to 7 pm; Virtual Option, Zoom Linnk
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OCTOBER 18 – Nehalem Candidates Meet & Greet – 6 to 7 pm
The Tillamook County Pioneer is hosting a Nehalem Candidates Meet & Greet at North County Recreation District, Fireside Room from 6 to 7 pm on Tuesday October 18th. This will be an informal gathering, inviting local residents and providing the opportunity to chat with candidates. Laura Swanson, editor of the Pioneer, will be the host/moderator, and we will ask for questions from the attendees and all candidates will be given the opportunity to respond.
We received several requests for a virtual option – here is a Zoom link:
The Tillamook County Pioneer is hosting a Nehalem Candidates Meet & Greet at North County Recreation District, Fireside Room from 6 to 7 pm on Tuesday October 18th. This will be an informal gathering, inviting local residents and providing the opportunity to chat with candidates. Laura Swanson, editor of the Pioneer, will be the host/moderator, and we will ask for questions from the attendees and all candidates will be given the opportunity to respond.
We received several requests for a virtual option – here is a Zoom link:
us02web.zoom.us/j/84605679113?pwd=UWxWc3VmOVRQVEh5cE8zR000TzFLQT09
Manzanita City Hall & Council Election
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The attached ad is a reminder as you receive your ballot this week to vote for new Manzanita city council members. It was published prior to the November 5, 2019 bond measure.
Conspicuous among supporters for the ill-fated Bond Measure for New Facilities which failed by a nearly 70% negative vote were council member Linda Kozlowski and Mark Kuestner who are current candidates for city council seats. They urged you to vote for higher taxes for the new facility.
The Bond promised to increase homeowners’ property tax by $9000 over 30 years if you live in an average home. Above average homes would be charged more. Your below average home would be charged less. There are no current estimates for the three city hall schemes now being proposed. They are smaller than before, but construction costs have gone up.
After the Bond failure, city council refused to consider a petition request by 260 resident/taxpayers to compare costs between Underhill reuse/remodel and new build.
After the 70% shellacking at the ballot box, city council downsized the project size, and now are considering reuse of all or part of the existing structures.
But it begs the question as to whether council member Kozlowski and candidate Kuestner are as out of touch with voters now as when 70% voted down their preferences.
Manzanita is losing its charm due to too many short term rental visitors. Manzanita’s water fund is being raided again($200,000 +) for the benefit of the General Fund this budget year while water and sewer infrastructure fund goes wanting. Most voters want basic services and are in no mood for tax increases in the current high inflation in food, gas and services.
Meanwhile, city spending for consultants, architects and contractors goes on. After the last Bond Vote example of an out of touch council, there has been no pledge to vote again on any proposed facilities funding.
Either Ms. Kozlowski or Mr. Kuestner will be elected to city .council. Both were out of touch with most voters in the past.
Will Stone
Manzanita
Ceramics classes at North Coast Mudworks in Nehalem
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Hi friends and neighbors,
North Coast Mudworks has two pottery classes starting this week and we still have a few spots available in each. Studio time is also available for participants in either class for practice and creating.
North Coast Mudworks has two pottery classes starting this week and we still have a few spots available in each. Studio time is also available for participants in either class for practice and creating.
www.northcoastmud.com/pottery-lessons
Beginner wheel throwing
Lindsay Yelas of Un/Earth Pottery has 4 spots available for this 4-week class. A totally hands-on experience from preparing the clay for throwing, all the way to glazing and firing. Most students will make 2-4 bowls that are food-safe, dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe.
4 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30
October 18 & 25 and
November 1 & 8
$235, includes materials and firing.
Hand-building rattles
If you’ve been in our retail shop, you’ve seen Janet Maher’s ceramic rattles and now she will help you make your own. During this 4-week class you’ll use a variety of building and decorating techniques to make one or more hand-held percussion instruments with a delightful look, feel, and sound.
4 Wednesdays, 11:00am – 1:00pm
October 19 & 26
November 1 & 8
$225 includes materials and firing.
River Community Meditation-Wednesday 6 p.m. St Catherine’s Sanctuary
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Building community and learning to take responsibility for our well-being.
Always free.
Together.
In peace. In freedom.
Leaving words behind.
Discovering what has always been true.
Our meeting place is next to The Hope Chest which is close to the Shell Station between Manzanita and Nehalem.
Mark Goes Beyond Workforce Housing
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I’m Mark Kuestner and I’m running for Manzanita City Council.
I had a wide-ranging phone discussion with the Mayor of Yachats, Leslie Vaaler, a few weeks ago about issues facing small coastal communities like Manzanita. One of the issues she mentioned was the existence of people without homes in Yachats. She estimated there are probably fewer than thirty unhoused individuals in Yachats, some of whom work in local businesses but have to sleep in their vehicles. Many are passing through on highway 101 and stop off along the way. Yachats has a Food Pantry to help with food and some community members want to use city resources to help those without homes. Others in the community don’t want to use city funds in this way, fearing that the presence of those without homes might “ruin the city”.
Yachats has run into ordinance issues in trying to provide warming shelters for those without homes. For example, they’ve used an open-sided picnic area to provide temporary shelter for people in the past, but their fire marshal said they would have to invest in significant upgrades to the facility if they wanted to create a weather-proof structure for future use.
There are people without homes in the Manzanita area as well.
Many of these folks are hidden in plain sight, some living out of vehicles, which they move around between day and night. Our forested lands also provide areas where those without homes live “off-grid” and out of sight of many local residents.
Giving homeless people bus tickets is probably the most common method of dealing with this social issue. In a more recent meeting I had with Manzanita Police Chief Eric Harth the subject of people without homes came up in light of recent Oregon legislation which may make it illegal to force individuals to leave a public area if the municipality they’re in doesn’t have a designated area to direct them to (See Oregon HB 3115, Oregon HB 3124 and Federal Rulings).
Smaller communities have a much more difficult time coping with the financial and space needs this issue brings up than do many larger cities.
This is just one of the issues the new Manzanita City Council will need to focus on in tandem with other agencies in the Nehalem Bay area and Tillamook County.
I hope to earn one of your votes for the two open City Council positions so we can find dignified solutions to address this crisis in housing, for the homeless, for workers, for all.
Please visit my website to learn more: www.MarkForCouncil2022.com.
In Support of Brad Mayerle for Manzanita City Council
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We enthusiastically join others in support of Brad Mayerle for the Manzanita City Council. Over the past few months, we have had opportunities to get to know him and to discuss some of the issues that the future Council will be addressing.
We see Brad as a listener who is oriented towards solutions. When one thinks of habits developed over a career, retired dentists such as Brad have a well-developed template of skill sets which will be valuable as a team member of a new, dynamic Council.
Successful dentists are good listeners, have an optimistic nature and are “people persons”. Dentists have medical science knowledge (for instance, detecting cancers as part of an examination), must successfully initiate and then finish the complex work they start on a patient, conduct research, take continuing education courses and run a business.
We have observed Brad’s research, starting months ago, on all aspects of City government. He has interviewed past and present city leadership and has met with many of us over the months regarding the issues that Manzanita homeowners care about. He always listens attentively and gives thoughtful insights as a conversation progresses.
Brad has the energy, enthusiasm and intelligence to be a dynamic team member and problem solver for our 2023 Council. He has a great sense of humor and, we think, a great perspective on life in Manzanita.
R. & S. Borgford
Manzanita
NEHALEM MEET & GREET
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A reminder to all Nehalem residents, this coming TUESDAY 10/18, there will be a Meet & Greet the Candidates in the Fireside Room at NCRD.
Sponsored by the Tillamook County Pioneer. Moderated by Laura Swanson of the TCP.
6-7PM.
Coffee, tea and cookies served.
There are opposing candidates for mayor and for two council positions on Nehalem City Council. This is a chance to ask questions and listen to candidates’ answers.
Then decide who should get your vote.
Lucy Brook
Nehalem resident
Endorsements for Mark Kuestner for Manzanita City Council
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Support continues for Mark! Read more by visiting www.MarkForCouncil2022.com/endorsements, then click on the “Endorse Mark” button to add your name.
Nehalem Bay Garden Club grant program now open
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Nehalem Bay Garden Club is now accepting proposals for its 2022 gift giving program through November 15, 2022. Proposals should be submitted to the NBGC at PO Box 261, Wheeler, OR 97147 or emailed to constance@nehalemtel.net. Be sure to put ‘NBGC Gift Request’ in the subject line of the email.
Request proposals should:
be one page or shorter; include amount needed, specific use, the benefit to the organization or public; and align with the Club’s mission.
Nehalem Bay Garden Club mission:
to cultivate the knowledge and love of gardening through educational programs and activities, to aid in the protection of the environment, native plants, and wildlife, and to support public service through garden related organizations and volunteer opportunities.
Grants are often $500 or less and larger amounts will be considered based on need and funds available. Funds will be distributed by December 10th.
Our charitable gift giving program is funded by our annual May plant sale. The Club is now in its 75th year. We meet the 4th Tuesday of the month (usually) at Calvary Bible Church, 560 Laneda Ave., Manzanita at 1:30 pm. Our next meeting is Oct 25. Meetings offer a variety of activities including speakers, demonstrations, videos, and potlucks. Additional activities include garden tours, nursery tours, and workshops. Visitors are always welcome.
For additional information contact Constance Shimek 503-936-1511 (President) constance@nehalemtel.net
or Maryann Sommerset 971-404-9741 (Vice-President) 2000redvet@gmail.com
Rice and Shine Schedule
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Dear customers,
Rice and Shine Food Truck is taking a short break until October 25th.
We will have new business hours starting October 26th . New hours are from Noon to 6:30pm Wednesday to Friday. Please also see our Fall menu.
Thank you for your support. We will see you again on October 26th.
Hoffman Gallery Word & Image Show
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Word & Image ~ Now in its sixth year!
Through October the gallery will feature artwork and writing created over the summer in a response project called “Word & Image.” Each writer and each artist creates new work in response to one of three pieces submitted by their partner. A writer might create a new poem in response to a watercolor, for example. A photographer might make a new image in response to a prose piece.
Through October the gallery will feature artwork and writing created over the summer in a response project called “Word & Image.” Each writer and each artist creates new work in response to one of three pieces submitted by their partner. A writer might create a new poem in response to a watercolor, for example. A photographer might make a new image in response to a prose piece.
The resulting new works will be printed on broadsides, which will hang in the Hoffman Gallery, as well as published in a book.
See the calendar for all the details at hoffmanarts.org/events/oct-2022-gallery-show-2/
Mark Talks About Underhill Plaza
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Underhill Plaza has a lot going for it and will be an excellent location for our City Hall. I can envision a park-like setting as part of our new City Facilities: the Farmers Market on Friday evenings, concerts on Sunday afternoons, community gardens to grow fresh foods, and families enjoying outdoor picnics any day of the week.
It is the largest emergency assembly area in Manzanita, and I strongly advocate for adequate open space at Underhill Plaza to accommodate evacuees.
The City’s survey about the new City Hall closes soon. Take it here: ci.manzanita.or.us/site-plan-survey/
Watch my video at https://youtu.be/dfWLwP188ZM to hear more.
I’ve enjoyed working with Lee Hiltenbrand on several EVCNB practice drills at Underhill Plaza over the years. I’m proud to share his endorsement with you.
I’m Mark Kuestner and I’m asking for your vote on November 8.
CALL FOR ART! Miniature Exhibition
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CALL FOR ART!
The Cannon Beach Gallery’s annual Miniature Show is open to all local and regional artists. The show will be on view Nov 2 – Dec 31, 2022.
Details: Artwork need to measure 6 inches by 6 inches or smaller (36 square inches) to be considered. Three dimensional work is also encouraged.
The deadline to submit is on or before October 30th.
An artist’s reception will be held Saturday, November 5th from 4:30 to 6:30pm at the Gallery.
Managing Short Term Rentals Take Two
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Managing Short Term Rentals Take Two
I’m Linda Kozlowski and I’m running for re-election to the Manzanita City Council.
I recently received an email correcting information in my previously published BBQ post regarding STRs. I appreciated clarifying that the 17.5% cap on STRs was established in 1994. I mistakenly wrote that it was created in 1998 under city manager Jerry Taylor. The 17.5% cap has proven to be very important to our community. Since that time, the revenue from transit lodging tax has been critical to our general fund, and only recently has it become a concern.
It is vital for us to continue to manage STRs, knowing that this tourist lodging tax contributes significantly to our budget. A priority for the upcoming Council is to determine if there are other revenue sources that could lessen our reliance on STRs.
I have researched, learned, and worked on STR management for many years as a City Council member and I look forward to continuing this important work. Your vote for me on November 8 will give you a Council member who brings knowledge and continuity to this highly important issue.
River Community Meditation Wednesday 1022
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We meet each Wednesday at St Catherine’s church next to the Hope Chest on 101 near the Shell station at 6 p.m.
We are open to all persons interested in building community, learning how to build peace in our lives.
We work out of the inspiration of buddhist history…and represent many different faith traditions.
This is always offered free to the community.
Mark Talks About Solving Problems
Submitted By: MarkForCouncil2022@gmail.com – Click to email about this post
I’m Mark Kuestner, and I’m running for Manzanita City Council. We’ve all been hearing about the “problems with Short-Term Rentals” for a while now. I think we all agree that there are legitimate concerns about livability, noise, lighting, crowds, traffic…
However, I’ve been finding that there’s a lot of anecdotes but not enough data. I know from my career in academia that you cannot solve a problem without truly understanding it. For instance, when I met with Manzanita Police Chief Harth recently, I asked him what proportion of their calls were STR related. He said they have no way to know that. They might see a sign posted when they arrive, but that is not data that is tracked. So how do we KNOW noise issues are from STR guests?
We have crowds of visitors on Laneda but no one has done the work to find out if they are an overnight guest in Manzanita, staying at the State Park or Neahkahnie, visiting for the day, or a long-term city resident. Without data, how can we say that STR guests are the primary source of our parking issues or crowds?
The former STR Workgroup put forward many suggestions that will help fill these data gaps. I was glad to see that Council finalized the new STR Committee member roster at their last meeting. They can start the work required to get reliable data to present to Council so informed policy decisions can be made. I support their efforts and will advocate for funding and studies to find the root causes of our livability issues. I also think it’s critical that issues that impact our community at large are addressed in a way that helps everybody, not just neighbors of STRs. We have a new city-wide noise ordinance as a direct result of the Short Term Workgroup’s recommendations. One of their recommendations that would enhance local livability has yet to be implemented city-wide: an Intrusive Light Ordinance. There is much to discuss. Let’s talk.
Please visit my website www.MarkForCouncil2022.com to learn more about me. I ask for your vote. Thank you.
Community Game Night This Saturday
Submitted By: Christy@cosmichealingnw.com – Click to email about this post
Please join us at Rising Hearts Studio, 35840 7th St, in downtown Nehalem, this Saturday @6PM for community game night!
You can bring your own favorite game or play one of ours – let’s have fun together.
Popcorn and lemonade provided
Hope to see you there
This is a free event sponsored by Cosmic Healing NW
Christy (503) 800-1092 or Christy@cosmichealingnw.com for info or questions
You can bring your own favorite game or play one of ours – let’s have fun together.
Popcorn and lemonade provided
Hope to see you there
This is a free event sponsored by Cosmic Healing NW
Christy (503) 800-1092 or Christy@cosmichealingnw.com for info or questions
Self discovery
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Self discovery Will take place in the yoga room and atNCRD, This week only at 10 AM on Thursday. Anyone interested in the idea of self discovery is welcome
Wheeler Candidate Coffee Talk
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Announcement for Meet and Greet Coffee Talk
Wheeler Candidates
Kemp Matthews Ragnell
Wheeler Candidates
Kemp Matthews Ragnell
Wheeler candidates want to meet and hear from our voters.
Please join us at Handy Creek Bakery for a friendly coffee chat on the next two Friday mornings. Linda DeGaynor has graciously allowed us to invite the community to join us for coffee and community conversation.
Hope to see you there:
HANDY CREEK BAKERY
Friday October 14th 10 – 11 am
Friday October 21st 10 – 11 am
We value your input and invite you to a coffee talk. We all recognize the importance of listening to the voters of our village.
Hope to see you there. We support the Wheeler Vision Plan
Footnote: A notice was recently distributed in town, announcing a Candidates Meeting at NCRD. It is regrettable that 4 of the 7 candidates were not contacted with regard to the date and time of this meeting prior to the distribution of the meeting notice and several have previous commitments. These candidates only learned about it on the day that the notice was publicly distributed.
Elect Karen Matthews, Wheeler City Council
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KAREN MATTHEWS FOR WHEELER CITY COUNCIL
My name is Karen Matthews and I am a candidate for Wheeler City Council. My strengths are organization, problem solving, and in-depth knowledge of the Charter, Comprehensive Plan, Vision Plan, and Ordinances.
I have owned a home in Wheeler for 30 years, fulltime since 2004. My volunteer service in Wheeler includes six years on City Councilor, eight years on the Park Committee, serving as a Block Captain on the original Emergency Response teams (now know as “WET) Map Your Neighborhood and as a Red Cross volunteer.
For 16 years I was the Community Garden Manager at Alder Creek Farm for Lower Nehalem Community Trust. I was selected for a leadership role in developing Kilches Point Trailhead through Ford Family Community Development Program.
I am a problem solver and I have spent the past 18 years on a wide variety of volunteer projects focused on input from the community. This summer I recruited volunteers to reinvigorate the Waterfront Park, City hall landscape, and planted flowers at the post office and kiosk.
Key areas of focus include Protecting the Environment, Beautification, and Guiding Development.
The Vision Plan is a guiding document that is to be used to guide decisions and has specific prescribed priorities. I support the Wheeler Vision Plan. It is the voice of the citizen. We have asked what you want for the future of your town and we should, and must by ordinance, honor your response.
There are people running for council that are pro-large scale development and have stated that they think citizens have changed their minds and that 10 units is not a limit expressly stated in the Vision. That is simply not the case. My job as your City Council representative it to represent the citizens voice and enforce the Vision Plan under the law. Until that law is changed I intend to uphold what the citizens have expressed as being important to them.
I appreciate your vote for Karen Matthews, Wheeler City Council
FREE Rueda de Casino Dance Workshop
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Rueda de Casino is a form of salsa dancing originating in Cuba in the 1950’s. The dance form exploded in popularity in Miami in the 1980’s and 1990’s. Pairs of dancers form a circle, with dance moves called out by one person. Some moves involve the swapping of partners, where the dancers move around the circle to the next partner.
In the class you will learn basic dance partnering technizues, in additions to specific moves. NO PARTNER NECESSARY. you will be given the opportunity to learn to either lead or follow. Rueda de Casino is a fun social dance style.
Come join me in building a salsa dancing community!
In the class you will learn basic dance partnering technizues, in additions to specific moves. NO PARTNER NECESSARY. you will be given the opportunity to learn to either lead or follow. Rueda de Casino is a fun social dance style.
Come join me in building a salsa dancing community!
Saturday November 12th 3:00-5:00 pm
Instructor: Marie Tripp
Space is limited so sign up today!
Nehalem Bay Health District Special Board Meeting
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Nehalem Bay Health District
Special Meeting
5:00 PM, Thursday, October 13, 2022
Location: Zoom Remote Video Conferencing
5:00 PM NBHD Special Meeting
Executive Session under ORS 192.660(2)(f)
No Final Decisions
Agenda
I. Call to order
II. Confidential attorney-client discussion Re. LLC and district board under ORS 192.660(2)(f)
Adjournment
Marks Community Matters Emergency Preparedness
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Mark’s Community Matters Emergency Preparedness
I’m Mark Kuestner (KEST-ner) and I’m running for Manzanita City Council.
The tornado that struck Manzanita in 2016 made a lasting impact on many of us. Not only was the destruction immediate and significant, but our community’s response to it was similarly immediate and significant. For me it was an eye-opening introduction to the Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay (EVCNB). My wife, Linda and I were so impressed with the EVCNB efforts to teach our community about preparedness, we immediately became volunteers in their “Prepare Your Neighborhood” program.
Since the tornado, Linda and I got serious about making sure we are ready if and when another disaster strikes. We have GoBags for ourselves and our dogs, and we’ve stored gallons of water and other supplies to help us live “off the grid” for at least 30 days.
We wanted to make sure that our neighbors are similarly prepared. We are leaders in our neighborhood’s emergency planning. We’ve raised funds and gathered supplies to be used at our local gathering site to ensure our neighborhood’s resiliency, as have other neighborhoods in Manzanita and around the Bay.
We recognize that WE, not the City, are responsible for our own safety. The City IS responsible for emergency response efforts, including aid for people displaced by natural disasters who aren’t prepared. I strongly support continuing funding for emergency management and disaster resilience in the city budget. I will also advocate for adequate space at Underhill Plaza for evacuees and for our new City facilities to have a resilient structure for Emergency Operations.
COVID-19 certainly qualified as another natural disaster and Linda and I worked as non-medical volunteers at dozens of COVID vaccine clinics throughout the county. We logged so many hours that we were featured in the county’s “Vaccine Voices” series. We’ve just recertified and are already scheduling ourselves to help at the next round of vaccine booster clinics. Perhaps we’ll see you there when you get your booster and flu shot!
I ask that you vote for me for City Council on November 8. Please visit my website, www.MarkForCouncil2022.com. Thank you
Pumpkin Art Walk Fundraiser
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Pumpkin Art Walk event for New Discoveries Preschool!
