[wmm] Notes: Wednesday Morning Zoom-Only Meeting 24Nov2021
George Vetter
georgevetter at gmail.com
Wed Nov 24 13:12:42 CST 2021
MEETING NOTES
Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 24Nov2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, JeanieMc, GregS, KellyM, JeneePM
Number attending: 5
Notes by George Vetter
Count your blessings - Happy Thanksgiving.
JeneePM. The next Red Cross blood drive is Dec 6-7, 10am-3pm - once again
at the Chamber Community Hall. See
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=97110
Driftwood Manager Michael Braxton and his 7 yr old son tragically died in a
3 car accident on Hwy 101 in Washington. Michael's wife and daughter
survived. The kids were students at Cannon Beach Academy. You can help the
family by donating at
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-support-the-braxton-and-hulbert-families
JeanieMc: I watched a PBS program on Oregon history called "Broken
Treaties" . It was so good and I would hope that our children would see it.
GregS: The Prepared Food tax vote has been certified by the county. It
passed by just 4 votes. It will take effect July 1, 2022. The vote wasn't
close enough to trigger an automatic recount, but a recount can be
requested/paid for by anyone by Dec 7th.
KellyM: Cannon Beach Chocolate Cafe has a Clover Point-of-Sale system that
will make it easy to collect and track the tax. Drinks will not be taxed.
GregS: I hope the City takes time to educate/orient those required to
collect the tax on what is to be taxed and what is not. And not just ask
people to interpret the ordinance on their own.
GregS: According to the 2020 census, the population of Cannon Beach is down
to 1489 from 1690 in 2010. 757 people voted on the Food tax ballot.
JeanieMc: The post office said that about 30% are hispanic.
GeorgeV: Greg .. How was it for you this past summer as far as being able
to find and keep your staff? GregS: No matter what time of year, we are
almost always 2-3 people short of what we need. I placed an ad for
employment this past summer and got 3 responses. I turned around and placed
the same ad but with an offer of housing and received 300 responses. A lack
of workforce housing is the major issue.
JeneePM: I have to go, but want to say how grateful I am for all of you.
Happy Thanksgiving. Keep up the good work.
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MEETING NOTES
Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 17Nov2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, JeanieMc, TravisH, MaryBethC. KenP, GregS, KellyM,
CindyB, JeneePM
Number attending: 9
Notes by George Vetter
Wanted: Someone to take over the Zoom hosting and the note taking at these
meetings. Contact george at georgevetter.com
KenP: The Chamber is accepting registrations for businesses to be part of
the annual Holiday "Name That Tune" window display contest. Also part of
this year's Haystack Holidays is "Soup for Santa". Contact
chamber at cannonbeach.org for more information.
KenP: The Information Center is open M-Sa from 10-5. Closed Sundays.
JeneePM. The recent blood drive had 26 people donating 23 pints of
life-saving blood. The next drive is Dec 6-7 - once again at the Chamber
Community Hall. See
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=97110
JeneePM: Tryad Ministries of Cannon Beach was started by David O'Brien in
1976 to help the disabled - like himself. Their 45th Annual Conference is
Dec 3-5. 24 people have signed up. Volunteers are needed to help. Please,
call Jeneé 503-436-9292, If you can help us for a couple of hours
especially Saturday between 2 & 5:30PM or any time during this weekend
would be wonderful.
MaryBethC: Free COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters and Flu shots were available
last Wednesday at Haystack Gardens. Children as young as 5 were included.
The School recommended students go there. Some 200 people showed up. There
will be another vax clinic at Haystack Gardens on Dec 1 from 4-6pm for 5
year-olds and up.
CindyB: Ecola Seafoods recently had their online menu and ordering
processing hijacked. When clicking on their ordering link, you were taken
to a site where their menu items were priced higher. They still got the
order, but the hijacker took the difference in price.
GregS: Seaside High School is once again able to present a play to the
public - Lux Radio Theater’s *Treasure Island*, based on the novel of the
same name by Robert Louis Stevenson.
This family-friendly play takes place in England in the 1700s, when young
Jim Hawkins, who usually spends his days helping his mother with their inn,
ends up with a map to the nefarious pirate Captain Flint’s buried treasure.
What follows is an eventful voyage to a “deserted” island, complete with a
parrot and a mutinous group of sailors. The full cast of eccentric
characters and the crew includes fourteen senior students, along with a
handful of underclassmen.
Performances of this tumultuous sea voyage premiere at 7 pm tonight,
November 16, at the new SMS/SHS cafeteria, and will continue Thursday
through Saturday, November 18-20. Doors open at 6:30 and performances begin
at 7pm.
Tickets are sold at the doors. Prices are $5 for students and adults.
Children ten and under may attend for free. Limited concessions will be
available for purchase. Audience members will need to wear masks per Oregon
Health Authority guidance.
For further information, contact Seaside High School at 503-738-5586 or
email Susan Baertlein at sbaertlein at seasidek12.org.
KenP/GregS: The current cost of a parking ticket in Cannon Beach is $25 -
has been for decades. People often think that $25 for all day parking is
not bad at all. In order for No-Parking zones to be respected, tickets need
to cost more.
CindyB/GregS: Driftwood Manager Michael Braxton and his 7 yr old son
tragically died in a 3 car accident on Hwy 101 in Washington. Michael's
wife and daughter survived. The kids were students at Cannon Beach Academy.
More at
https://www.thelegaladvocate.com/news/breaking/michael-braxton-killed-three-car-accident-us-101-shelton
Support our local school: Order your gift wrap through the Cannon Beach
Academy. Order now at https://registercw.com/ZnwKAcuQ.
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 10Nov2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, KathyK, JeanieMc, TravisH, MaryBethC. KenP, GregS,
JimP, KellyM
Number attending: 9
Notes by George Vetter
Wanted: Someone to take over the Zoom hosting and the note taking at these
meetings. Contact george at georgevetter.com
New at Today's Meeting: Kelly Mauer. Kelly is now the owner of the
Chocolate Cafe - having purchased it from Tim and Dawn Krupa. Open daily at
10am at 232 N Spruce St, (503) 436-4331. cb.truffleshuffle at gmail.com.
https://cannonbeachchocolatecafe.com. Our name says it all! Well, almost…
the Cannon Beach Chocolate Cafe not only serves top notch chocolate, but we
also serve world famous Illy espresso! You can get anything from a single
shot of espresso to our best selling mocha’s. We aren’t kidding around with
our mocha’s! We start with real 70% Colombian dark chocolate and melt it
down to make our own chocolate sauce. Hands down the best mocha you will
ever taste. If mocha’s aren’t your thing, no problem! We also serve
latte’s, cappuccino’s and everything in between.
GeorgeV: North Coast Land Conservancy has acquired the 3500-acre Rainforest
Reserve just south of Cannon Beach. Join the virtual celebration Friday Nov
12 at 7pm - NCLCtrust.org/rr-celebration. Special guests - Pink Martini.
KathyK: Last night's Council Work Session's topic was the transportation
study that has been underway recently. The public has participated in
surveys and ideas to improve traffic flow and parking are being explored.
MaryBethC: The Cannon Beach Food tax is passing by just 2 votes. Some
ballots were not counted for various reasons (not signed being one). People
who cast those ballots are being reached out to for confirmation. The
official count will be certified Nov 22.
JimP: Stormy Weather Arts Festival was a success this past weekend. We now
move into Haystack Holidays. The Haystack Holidays schedule
<https://www.cannonbeach.org/events-and-festivals/haystack-holidays/> is
online. Contact the chamber (503-436-2623) to confirm if you will be taking
pre-orders for Thanksgiving as well as if you will be open for
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.
MaryBethC: COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters and Flu shots available today from
4-6pm at Haystack Gardens. No appointment needed. Bring your shot cards.
GregS: Savor Cannon Beach has traditionally been in Spring, but because of
COVID-19, it was throughout October this year. Organizer Gary Hayes
reported that it went very well and is planning to have it in October again
in 2022.
Note: There are Red Cross blood drives scheduled for Nov 16 and Dec 6, 7 at
the Chamber. See
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=97110
GeorgeV via Rick Hudson: It is King Tide season. King Tide Schedule:
December 3-5 and January 1-3. Use extreme caution near the coastline and
never turn your back to the ocean. Here are some King Tide and Sneaker
Wave videos mostly in the Cannon Beach area. See
https://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/emergencymgmt/page/safety-awareness-videos
Support our local school: Order your gift wrap through the Cannon Beach
Academy. Order now at https://registercw.com/ZnwKAcuQ.
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 03Nov2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, JeanieMc, TravisH, JeneePM, MaryBethC
Number attending: 5
Notes by George Vetter
Wanted: Someone to take over the Zoom hosting and the note taking at these
meetings. Contact george at georgevetter.com
GeorgeV: Fall Back! On Saturday at midnight, turn your clocks back one hour
MaryBethC: Oregon, Washington and California are considering keeping
Daylight Savings Time year round. But not this year.
JeneePM/MaryBethC:: The Cannon Beach Food tax is passing at this point (52%
yes to 48% no), but all votes have not been counted. According to the
Cannon Beach Gazette - The unofficial results are in. Voters have decided
to add a tax on prepared food in Cannon Beach with 340 votes in favor of
the measure and 317 voters said no to the new tax. A total of 657 voters
cast ballots in this special election that will tax prepared food in
restaurants 5 percent beginning Jan. 1, 2022
Note: www.GetThereOregon.org <http://www.getthereoregon.org/> has a ride
board. Go there to look for or offer rides. Learn how you can cut back on
your carbon print.
JeneePM: The are Red Cross blood drives scheduled for Nov 16 and Dec 6, 7
at the Chamber. See
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=97110
MaryBethC: Wayfinding Wednesdays are now just the first Wednesday of the
month at 530pm. See
https://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/emergencymgmt/page/tsunami-wayfinding-wednesdays-9
GeorgeV via Rick Hudson: King Tides are beginning: King Tide Schedule
-November 5-7 -December 3-5 -January 1-3 Use extreme caution near the
coastline and never turn your back to the ocean. Added here are some King
Tide and Sneaker Wave videos mostly in the Cannon Beach area. See
https://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/emergencymgmt/page/safety-awareness-videos
GeorgeV via Laura Kaim: It’s Stormy Weather Arts Festival event week and we
invite everyone to attend – see schedule link to the brochure
<http://tiny.cc/k80luz>
There are still a few tickets to the Fri./Sat night and Sun. morning paint
events, register here
<https://cannonbeachchamber.eventsmart.com/events/stormy-weather-arts-festival/>
and
Adams & Costello Concert Sat. at Coaster – purchase tickets here
<https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=4>
Thank you to our event sponsors Bronze Coast Gallery, Cannon Beach Gallery
Group, Jeffery Hull Gallery and The Wine Shack. More info at
https://cbgallerygroup.com/stormy-weather-arts-festival-november-5-6-7-2021/
Note: Final wreath and garland orders are due to the Chamber
(503-436-2623) no later than this Friday Nov. 5 order online
<https://cannonbeachchamber.eventsmart.com/events/wreath-garland-fundraiser-for-haystack-holidays/>,
contactless delivery in Cannon Beach the day before thanksgiving. The Haystack
Holidays schedule
<https://www.cannonbeach.org/events-and-festivals/haystack-holidays/> is
online and cards will be around town next week. Staff are making calls this
week to confirm who will be taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving as well as
who’s open for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years – stay tuned!
GeorgeV: Join in at the Community Church for the Community Hymn Sing this
Sunday (Nov.7) at 4pm. Led by choral director John Buehler with Susan
Buehler on the Steinway grand piano. Free and open to all. Theme: Thanks
Giving!
Support our local school: Order your gift wrap through the Cannon Beach
Academy. Order now at https://registercw.com/ZnwKAcuQ.
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 27Oct2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, KathyK, JeanieMc, TravisH, KathleenS, JeneePM,
CindyB, JimP, IanR
Number attending: 9
Notes by George Vetter
Wanted: Someone to take over the Zoom hosting and the note taking at these
meetings. Contact george at georgevetter.com
KathleenS: Even though I live in Kansas City, I am doing reporting for the
Gazette and now for a paper in eastern New Mexico. I am always looking for
leads for stories. Contact kathreport at gmail.com
<http://lists.crackmeup.com/mailman/options/wedmrnmtg/kathreport--at--gmail.com>
GeorgeV: Are any of you experiencing or seeing supply chain problems in
Cannon Beach?. CindyB: Yes, at Ecola Seafoods we are having trouble getting
paper supplies we use. Also, seafood is scarce and prices have doubled and
even tripled. IanR: I can't get a replacement windshield for my car.
TravisH: Bikes and bike parts are scarce.
KathyK: www.GetThereOregon.org <http://www.getthereoregon.org/> has a ride
board. Go there to look for or offer rides. Learn how you can cut back on
your carbon print.
JeanieMc: Mo's is hiring. Because of a lack of employees, they have been
closing a day or two a week. 503-436-1111
IanR: Last week to register at
https://clients.oregonsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=50410039. The Small
Business Management (SBM) program is a unique combination of classroom
learning, individual business and leadership coaching, peer-to-peer
learning and business networking – all designed around one goal: making you
and your business more successful.
This eight-month business management course is designed exclusively for
business owners—where YOUR business is the textbook. SBM is not an academic
course. It is real-world learning designed to improve your business acumen
and get immediate results.
Beginning November 17th, the cohort will meet every other week for 8
months. The sessions are currently held on Zoom, but may convert to
in-person classes depending on the latest COVID-19 guidance. The
bi-monthly, 120-minute sessions are taught by subject matter experts and
facilitated by the Clatsop SBDC (Small Business Development Center)
*Program Includes:*
50+ hours of training and coaching over 8 months
2 classroom sessions per month
2 hours of private one-on-one coaching sessions each month
All materials and resources are provided
JeanieMc: There will be a memorial for Donna Osborne at the Chamber this
Saturday October 30th. Obit at Donna Osborne Obituary (1940 - 2021) -
Portland, OR - The ...
<https://obits.oregonlive.com/us/obituaries/oregon/name/donna-osborne-obituary?pid=200281870>
JeanieMc: We could get more people participating in these meetings If each
of us reached out to a new business in town inviting them. I will do it.
KathyK: The new school in Seaside houses all grades for Cannon Beach,
Gearhart and Seaside. Morning traffic to the school backs up badly. On Nov
17th at 715am, there will be a study of just how students are arriving.
This "Walk Audit" will be used to look for solutions to the traffic issues.
JimP: For 34 years, the Stormy Weather Arts Festival on the first weekend
in November has been one of Cannon Beach’s most popular events. You can
immerse yourself in the creative culture that has long been a part of this
community recognized as one of the 100 best art towns in America. The
weekend offers musical performances and gallery events with the opportunity
to meet renowned artists, see their latest works or watch them demonstrate
their techniques. see
https://cbgallerygroup.com/stormy-weather-arts-festival-november-5-6-7-2021/
JimP: Part of Haystack Holidays is getting the town decorated. As always,
the Chamber will deliver your order of garland and wreaths to your door
just before Thanksgiving. Order now - chamber at cannonbeach.org or
503-436-2623
CindyB: Support our local school: Order your gift wrap through the Cannon
Beach Academy. Order now at https://registercw.com/ZnwKAcuQ.
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 20Oct2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, KathyK, JeanieMc, TravisH
Number attending: 4
Notes by George Vetter
Just in from Rick Hudson: Severe Storms to impact the coast Starting
(today) Thursday. See www.weather.gov/Portland. Also, here is the link to
emergency evacuation routes in Cannon Beach -
https://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/emergencymgmt/page/tsunami-evacuation-routes-assembly-areas-dogmi-maps
GeorgeV: Those of you who read last week's notes know that Hannah is no
longer hosting (Zoom) or taking notes at our meetings. I'm still looking
for someone to step up to either host or take notes or both. There are
currently 264 people/organizations on the WMM mail list
(which coincidentally has been the cost per year to host the list). Since
last week's meeting/notes, I have received several more people's responses
saying they like getting the notes.
GeorgeV from David Robinson: Stephen Beus is playing a Memorial Concert
this Friday, Oct. 22nd, 7pm, at Community Church, in memory of Tom
Drumheller, a benefit concert with all proceeds (free will donations at the
door) to benefit Helping Hands. More at
https://coastradio.org/events/stephen-beus-classical-piano-concert-2/
KathyK to TravisH: Have you looked into a Tesla roof. TravisH: I have. It
doesn't seem to be a good fit for our house. It is mostly for new
construction since the weight of the glass tiles has to be considered in
the construction. A Tesla roof would more than cover the electric needs of
a home and feed power back into the grid for credit.
KathyK: www.GetThereOregon.org <http://www.getthereoregon.org/> has a ride
board. Go there to look for or offer rides. Learn how you can cut back on
your carbon print.
JeanieMc: Andrea Suarez has replaced Elaine Trucke at the History Center
as Development Coordinator - andrea at cbhistory.org
JeanieMc: There is a part time person needed to work as an administrative
assistant for Steve and Jon Moon at Gary’s Service Center. Quickbooks
knowledge necessary. (503) 436-2280
JeanieMc: There will be a memorial for Donna Osborne at the Chamber October
30th. Obit at Donna Osborne Obituary (1940 - 2021) - Portland, OR - The ...
<https://obits.oregonlive.com/us/obituaries/oregon/name/donna-osborne-obituary?pid=200281870>
KathyK: The TSP (Transportation System Plan) is online. Add your input at
https://www.cannonbeachtsp.com/
TravisH: I wish the City's website had an FAQ section. Terms and references
are used in meetings and minutes that many citizens may not understand.
JeanieMc: Correction: The Cannon Beach Chorus is meeting again, but there
is no concert planned for the Legion as was erroneously stated in previous
notes here. Keep up to date at http://www.cannonbeachchorus.org/index.html
.
Note: Stormy Weather Arts Festival will take place the first weekend of
November - like it has for nearly 35 years. More info at
https://cbgallerygroup.com/stormy-weather-arts-festival-november-5-6-7-2021/
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 13Oct2021 8am
Participants: GeorgeV, CindyB, KathyK, JeanieMc, KenP, MaryBethC, GregS,
TravisH, MargoD,
Number attending: 9
Notes by George Vetter
GeorgeV: Several of the 9 people at today's meeting said that even though
they regularly attend these meetings, they like the option of going back to
the notes occasionally. Six of the 250+ on the distribution list responded
by email positively to the question on whether they see value in receiving
the notes from the Wednesday Morning Meetings. No one has stepped up to
Zoom host the meetings or take the notes. I will do both for a short time
in hopes that others will step up.
JeanieMc/MargoD: There will be a memorial for Donna Osborne at the Chamber
October 30th. Obit at Donna Osborne Obituary (1940 - 2021) - Portland, OR -
The ...
<https://obits.oregonlive.com/us/obituaries/oregon/name/donna-osborne-obituary?pid=200281870>
KathyK: The TSP (Transportation System Plan) is online.Add your input at
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/10f72059fb90464691fc4e40603b50cd. Make
sure to scroll within the feedback section tol find the 7 page survey.
MargoD: Cannon Beach seems to be losing the community/village feel of the
past. GeorgeV: There have been many people like myself retiring and/or
moving away. Also, Covid-19 has minimized the opportunity for people to
gather and socialize in a way that was possible before.
MargoD: Stormy Weather Arts Festival will take place the first weekend of
November - like it has for nearly 35 years. More info at
https://cbgallerygroup.com/stormy-weather-arts-festival-november-5-6-7-2021/
JeannieMc: The Cannon Beach Chorus will be meeting and will begin
performing again soon. Keep your eyes out for a concert at the Legion. Look
to http://www.cannonbeachchorus.org/index.html for updated info.
KathyK: The Get There Challenge is underway -
https://getthere.rideamigos.com/#/pages/2021GetThereChallenge. Learn how
you can cut back on your carbon print.
MaryBethC: I know a woman who is looking for someone to share her house.
Contact Mary Beth Cottle <mbcottle58 at yahoo.com>
MaryBethC: The City's cache sites (where citizens have barrels with items
to be used in an emergency) will be open this Saturday 11:00 A.M. to 1:00
P.M. CERTs will be on hand to assist. See
https://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/search/site/cache
Wayfinding Wednesdays have been taking place in town to prepare citizens to
know evacuation routes in case of emergency. A video of the final walk from
the old Cannon Beach Elementary School to the closest Tsunami Assembly
location can be watched at https://youtu.be/V5yH5oFiMvo.
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Wednesday Morning Zoom Meeting 06Oct2021 8am
Participants: HannahO, ErikO. DebA, GeorgeV, IanR, KyleG, CindyB, JeneePM,
KathyK, KevinL, JeanieM, KenP, MaryBethC
Number attending: 13
Notes by Hannah of Sea Breeze Court
*Preface from George*: As many of you know, I have been part of these
meetings since the beginning more than 12 years ago. I have managed the
list [now 264 strong] and have hosted it on what was my business site
before closing Crack Me Up! and El Mundo For Men after 35 years. Three
years ago Paula and I moved to Bend. In the past 12 months we sold
our Cannon Beach home and our commercial property - Village Centre. I took
the WMM notes up until Hannah of Sea Breeze court stepped up. Besides
taking notes, Hannah has hosted the Zoom meetings since Covid-19 crashed
into our lives. Hannah is no longer available to host or take notes. No, it
is not a health issue. I am soliciting someone (or ones) to take her place.
Please let me know if you are willing to step up to either do the Zoom
hosting or take the notes - or both. Even if you can't, please let me know
if you find any value in the notes from these meetings.
George at georgevetter.com
PS Thanks Hannah for being so reliable, efficient and generous. You deserve
a golf star! You too Erik!
IanReid: (new at today's meeting) I am from Eastern Canada, but have
relocated to Cannon Beach 3 years ago. Previously, I was involved in
economic development. I became the director of business transfer. I’ve
worked in consulting that would help small companies for business
solutions. I recently went back to school and received a Master’s on user
experience. I am now with Kevin Leahy and the CEDR/SBDC (Clatsop County
Small Business Development Center)
KevinL: We have welcomed Erik as well as an advisor helping Ian and our
team. We also have someone joining to help the Latinx community. We also
have a business bootcamp coming up soon. The Seaside Rotary will have a
benefit auction this Saturday, it’s virtual. It’s Saturday from 6-7pm.
Seaside Rotary Auction called "Almost! Back to the Beach"! Please join us
this Saturday, October 9th from 6:00-7:00 pm for the live portion, but you
can also register now and review and bid on over 70 silent auction items!
Plus stays at Cannon Beach hotels! Copy and paste this to register.
event.gives/rotaryauction2021
SBDC Business Bootcamp. Starts October 19th via ZOOM. For start-up
businesses. Here is the link:
https://clients.oregonsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=50410038.
For the Clatsop Community College SBDC SBM program, (8 month cohort program
meets every other Wednesday via Zoom from 3:00-5:00 PM )send us an email at
sbdc at clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2402 or go to
https://clients.oregonsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=50410039. If you have any
questions, or to have an application sent. Ian and I will get back to you.
Thank you!
JeanieM: If any of you know Sharon Stewart (former History Center
Director/Coordinator), she will be coming into town to go to the Legion's
burgers and jam. So stop by if you want to see her! Maggie Kitson’s band
will be playing.
KathyK: The Get There Challenge started on Monday. GetThereOregon.org to
register. You can win prizes and reduce driving in your car by yourself.
Today is International Rock ‘n Roll to School Day. You can win gift cards,
water bottles, gift certificates, Café Yumm, cash towards the purchase of
items, Wifi extenders, gift cards to Made in Oregon, Columbia Sportswear,
etc.
more information and instructions on the Challenge:
https://getthere.rideamigos.com/#/pages/2021GetThereChallenge
JeanieM: It’s Energy Efficiency Day.
KyleG: The Driftwood will be doing their annual pumpkin carving. You can
submit it virtually too. The one at the restaurant starts on Oct. 23, we
provide the pumpkins and utensils, and usually do around 100 pumpkins.
You’ll get a free t-shirt for participating.
JeanieM: Monday is Indigenous People’s Day, which has taken the place of
Columbus Day. Rita Moreno was on American Masters yesterday.
GeorgeV: I received a notice from the City that there will be a hearing
regarding some planning changes. One item is considering limiting the
ability to combine lots. The Cannon Beach Planning Commission will hold a
public hearing on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at Cannon Beach
City Hall, 163 East Gower Street, Cannon Beach. A draft ordinance is
available for inspection at the City website (www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us)
CindyB: Did anyone get a chance to go to the transportation meetings?
What’s the next steps, what decisions were made?
KathyK: It’s still a process, there’s been no decisions, they were
reporting from surveys. They’re still gathering information and developing
plans that will be presented to the city council.
DebA: Did you ever get your parking situation resolved?
CindyB: No, they do not want to do timed parking on the street. A lot of
what they are discussing will impact my business and my parking. There is
pushback on timed parking because they are unable to enforce it.
JeanieM: Maybe those young people on bikes could work to enforce it.
CindyB: It would have been very helpful to have limited parking because
people would park in the street to come pick-up from us. There is nowhere
for people who want to do quick pick-up.
GeorgeV: There are quite a few limited time parking spots downtown. They
should be able to incorporate another space. I did receive a notice from
Jeff Adams regarding TSP, the Open House will be Oct 1 – Oct 31 on
CannonBeachTSP.com.
KathyK: You bringing this up is really important, make sure to get your
comment in there. They did have 2 open sessions where they discussed this,
but they may have mentioned that there will be more.
KenP: There are about 8, 10-minute spaces at that intersection which are
often abused, your visitors would be able to use them more regularly if
they were enforced better. I am curious about if they changed Spruce into
a one-way street, how would that impact your business?
CindyB: It’s interesting, we owned a piece of property in Hillsboro that
has a one-way and many of our tenants complain about business lacking due
to the one-way system.
KenP: People find it inconvenient and it is difficult to navigate.
KathyK: If they were to reduce traffic to one way and add parking, then it
may slow down traffic and add much more parking. If it’s two-lane
one-ways, it would go much faster.
GeorgeV: Creating diagonal spaces would create more spaces.
KenP: We have a culture of finding convenience by parking near the place we
want to go.
JeanieM: I recently took a smart driver class with AARP, it was only $16.
They went over the costs of owning a car and they discussed the
alternatives.
MaryBethC: I just want to throw something out there about a walking
downtown, such as picking up heavy items. Having to haul it several blocks
is not a good way.
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George Vetter
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