Chip Seal Projects
The City of Florence has two planned projects to complete this week weather dependent. The first is a chip seal of the section of Quince Street that runs between Highway 126 and Highway 101. The road will be closed today during the day and no parking is allowed on the street. The second project is slated for Wednesday and will be a chip seal of Spruce Street from Highway 126 to 18th street. The city also requests that no parking be on the spruce street section. The Chip seal projects are part of a maintenance of the roadways that are not in need of full-depth reconstruction. According to information released by the city, Chip and fog seals extend the life of the roadway by protecting the sub grade from water intrusion and is environmentally friendly.
Another Pedestrian Enforcement Operation
Florence Police will be conducting another pedestrian enforcement operation on September 25th. it will be located at the intersection of Spruce and 12th street. The operation is intended to educate drivers on the rules regarding pedestrian right of way in intersections. Intersections, whether marked or un-marked yield right of way to pedestrians attempting to cross the street. Vehicles traveling must stop for pedestrians in the intersection that have shown intent to cross. Drivers must give ample leeway to pedestrians. They must clear the lane of travel the vehicle is in and the adjacent lane. If the vehicle is turning onto the street where the pedestrian exists they must wait until the lane is cleared and additional 6 feet. The pedestrian enforcement operation will be from noon until 3pm of the 25th.
Library Art Show
The Siuslaw Public Library will be featuring their “Hang it All” art showcase in October. They are currently looking for art submissions in any media, including paint, pencil, photography, wood, clay and more. They ask that 2 D art be framed, wired and ready to hang and not be larger than 38 inches. 3D artwork in any medium should not exceed 12” across, 12” deep and 24” high. Art drop off will be on October 1st from 9-11 am.
Viking Hour
The student produced radio program, Viking Hour will premiere this evening on KCST. The annual program run by Siuslaw High School Students highlights events, activities and student life. The program airs Monday evenings beginning at 7pm until 8pm.
