Updating Mitigation Plan
Lane County is looking for feedback on its Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan is updated every five years. And looks at potential natural hazards and how to reduce significant impact and minimize long-term risk from such hazards. It is county’s local blueprint to help protect people and property. Updating this plan also makes Lane County and its partner cities eligible for federal grants and funding to help mitigate potential impacts from disasters such as fuels reduction to reduce our risk of wildfire. Residents can weigh in on the plan update: by taking a short survey. The survey opened in mid-February. More information is available at lanecountyor.gov.
City Council Meeting
Last night the City of Florence recognized the national Vietnam War Veterans Day with a proclamation. The date of the recognition is March 29th. The council also recognized Women’s History Month for the month of march. The city also confirmed two upcoming street closures the first one will be for the 2nd annual Street Pole Vault competition. Bay street between Maple and Laurel will be closed for approximately 11 hours from 6 am until 5pm. The second closure will be for May 20th for the annual Rhody Days Show and shine at Siuslaw Middle School. The closure is for 27th street from Oak to Kingwood. Both passes unanimously. The council also approved the annexation of a portion of private property at first avenue between Kiwanda street and foulweather street. A full accounting of last night’s meeting can be found on the city’s website ci.florence.or.us.
Job Fair
Last Friday’s Job Fair at Siuslaw High School was, according to superintendent Andy Grzeskowiak, a huge success. Grzeskowiak said there were several compliments about how well the students were prepared. He said the 9th graders were particularly impressive as it was also picture day for them.
Sheriff’s Cadet Program
The Lane County sheriff’s office is seeking out applicants for its cadet program. The program is available to young adults from 18-21 years of age. The Cadet Program provides an opportunity to get first-hand experience working in the criminal justice field. Cadets are able to develop skills and knowledge in order to prepare for full-time employment in a very important and fulfilling career. You can contact the Lane County Sheriff’s office for more information. Or visit lanecountyor.gov/sheriff cadet program.