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Lincoln City mayor looks to the future
Lincoln City Mayor Susan Wahlke looked to the past to illustrate how the city is moving forward into the future. In her State of the City address April 23, Wahlke outlined the progress the city has made in developing new affordable housing through the city’s planning and development department. She highlighted Innovative Housing Inc., 107 affordable housing units across Highway 101 from Oceanlake Fire Station; and Wecoma Place, 44 affordable units by Lincoln County Housing Authority at Northeast 29th and Highway 101. ...
Opportunity for Local Nonprofits: Lincoln County Grant Applications Now Open
Lincoln County has opened its 2024 Nonprofit Social Service Agency Grant program. This program, established in 2017, has allocated about $3.5 million in grants over the years, with annual distributions averaging $180,000. Each year, approximately 20 organizations receive funding, supporting their crucial roles in the community.
Recycling Modernization Act details discussed
Representatives from the three solid waste haulers in Lincoln County provided details about the Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) to the county commissioners at their meeting on May 1. Paul Seitz, manager of the Lincoln County Solid Waste District, said local recycling efforts are going quite well. “For a rural county, for a small area in the state, we are really operating at close to what’s happening in metropolitan areas in services, education, all those things, and that really is the three partners that we have...
Upcoming Public Hearing on Whale Watch Development and Zoning Changes in Depoe Bay
The Depoe Bay City Council has scheduled a public hearing on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM, at the Depoe Bay City Hall, 570 SE Shell Avenue. The agenda includes a discussion on a zoning change and the initial plan for Phase 2 of the Whale Watch Planned Development. The proposed project by Hills of Depoe Bay, LLC, features forty detached single-family homes, a four-unit multi-family building, and a site for a future civic building, totaling 44 units.
🚧 Road Maintenance Update on Oregon Coast Highway, Lincoln County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Oregon. Local transportation authorities have advised that road maintenance operations are currently underway on the Oregon Coast Highway in Lincoln County, OR. Drivers in the area should prepare for potential slowdowns and are urged to move over for worker safety. The estimated delay due to these operations is under 20 minutes. Motorists are recommended to account for this minor delay in their travel plans and exercise caution when passing through the maintenance zone.
Oregon and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Secure $4.85 Million for Coastal Resilience Project
By Kristy Tallman SALEM– The Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (CTSI) have secured $4.85 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to protect a 42-acre property along Oregon’s coast. This funding, part of NOAA’s recent $59.8 million allocation for coastal management programs nationwide, supports habitat restoration and conservation projects. Specifically, it enables CTSI to acquire the property, home to rare habitats and vital migration corridors. Located on Oregon’s central coast, the property features protected habitats, freshwater streams, and Sitka spruce wetlands, serving as a hub for cultural revitalization efforts. CTSI’s acquisition marks a milestone in reclaiming ancestral lands. Delores Pigsley, Tribal Chairman, emphasized its role in safeguarding ecological and cultural heritage. Lisa Phipps, DLCD Manager, praised the partnership’s strength in securing national funding and reclaiming culturally significant lands. The central coast faces threats from development and climate change, making conservation crucial. Lincoln County supports these efforts. Lincoln County Commissioner Kaety Jacobson expressed gratitude for collaborative conservation initiatives. The DLCD, CTSI, McKenzie River Trust, and Lincoln County partnership is crucial for preserving Oregon’s coastal environment. McKenzie River Trust supports tribal-led conservation. Margaret Treadwell, of McKenzie River Trust, highlighted the organization’s commitment to tribal goals and landscape conservation. Photo Credit: Lincoln County By Kristy Tallman, May 9, 2024 The Republic News Source: Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians.
DeSpain leads Ryan Courser for Republican nomination in Oregon's 4th District
Monique DeSpain and her team were projecting a victory late Tuesday after initial vote totals showed her up significantly in her race against Amy Ryan Courser for the Republican nomination for Oregon's 4th Congressional District. "We can just feel the momentum," DeSpain told the Register-Guard Tuesday night. "People are ready for change. And...
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