More Road Construction Set To Begin
Construction is set to begin today on an extension of utilities along Highway 126. The City of Florence is extending the water system from Upas Street to just east of the Vine Street right-of-way. The project will include the installation of a 12 inch water line and an 8 inch sewer line. The project was awarded to Ray Wells Incorporated and will cost just under $300,000 to complete. Traffic delays are not expected to be an issue although, according to City Project manager Megan Messmer, there will likely be some traffic pattern changes associated with construction.
Watershed Council Honored
Last night at the RG Innovation and Talent Celebration in Eugene the Siuslaw Watershed Council was honored with the Small Market Triumph award. Eli Tome is the Executive Director of the council who for the last 2 years has been working to improve habitats for salmon and wildlife along the Siuslaw. Tome has produced various videos for the council that are getting attention from outside of the Siuslaw region. The videos, available on the watershed council’s website feature different aspects of the council’s work to preserve and restore native habitats.
Committee Positions Available
As the end of the year draws close, the City of Florence has released the available positions that will need to be filled on the city’s many committees. There will be upcoming vacancies on the Planning Commission, Budget Committee, Community and Economic Development Committee, Environmental Management Advisory Committee, Public Arts Committee and the Transportation Committee. Anyone interested in serving on one of the committees is encouraged to apply at the city’s website ci.florence.or.us. Applications will be received until December 31st with positions to begin in February 2020.
