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CONNECTION
Volume 5 Issue 5 OCTOBER 2014
Salem News is Here!
Have you been to the Salem News page yet? Your City of Salem government strives to get important
information and information-of-interest to residents in a timely manner. Go to www.cityofsalem.net, and
select “Salem News.” You can see all of the City’s social media sites as well as the latest Salem Connection
video. Learn more about what’s happening with the Library, Center 50+, Police, the parks, and what to do in
an emergency.
We are expanding our content and features on the City of Salem’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/
CityOfSalemOR. Take a look! We invite you to ‘like’ us!
With help from CCTV, we are airing a monthly news show to highlight events and activities occurring in
your community. Through our YouTube account, you can watch any of our previously recorded episodes. The
October segment of Salem Connection includes an update on the Minto Island Bridge and Trail, reflections by
Councilor Dan Clem, wayfinding at Minto-Brown Island Park, emergency preparedness with Roger Stevenson,
and opportunities with Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) with Councilor Brad Nanke.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
$200,000 Available to Assist Local Property Owners
In June 2014, the City of Salem was awarded $200,000 in US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funding
to support Salem’s Site Reuse and
Revitalization Program. Funding
will be used to develop a citywide
inventory of reuse and revitalization
sites, complete Phase I and Phase
II Environmental Assessments on
public and privately owned sites, and
support redevelopment planning
activities on those sites.
The City began outreach in July to
identify interested property owners
and sites. An advisory committee
is being formed and will have their
kick-off meeting this fall.
A project web page, www.
cityofsalem.net/EPAgrant, has been
developed and includes a form to
suggest sites or property owners
for outreach. For more information,
contact Annie Gorski at AGorski@
cityofsalem.net or 503-540-2480.
The City of Salem Announces SNApp
New Application for Salem’s Neighborhood Associations
The City of Salem is pleased to announce the Salem Neighborhood Association Application (SNApp) created
by our Information Technology Department. Staff has devised an app that provides convenient access to
neighborhood association information from mobile devices and desktop computers.
The app provides easy access to maps that display neighborhood association borders and locations. Using
the app you can determine the neighborhood association you live in, sign up to receive materials from that
neighborhood association, and access contact information for that association’s leaders, City Councilor, and
Neighborhood Services staff that support them.
Upcoming meeting times and dates are available, along with current agendas, and minutes from previous
meetings.
To install the app on your device, go to www.cityofsalem.net and click on the “Salem Neighborhood
Application (SNApp)” link under the “City Highlights” section, which will take you to the SNApp home
page.You can also use the “How Do I…Find” menu and click on the “Neighborhood Association (SNApp)”
quick link which takes you to the Neighborhood Associations page where the SNApp icon and link to the
application’s home page.
Once on the SNApp home page you may be prompted to follow instructions to add the SNApp shortcut to
your device’s home screen, or you can simply “pin” the SNApp shortcut to your home screen. Additional
instructions on how to use SNApp can be found by clicking on the “?” icon on the SNApp home page.
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Holiday Downtown Parking - There is a Space for You!
3-hour FREE Customer On-Street Parking
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
October 6, 2014 - February 3, 2015
Unlimited FREE
Customer Parking in Parkades
Flexibility for Businesses:
30 minute spaces now available for
loading and unloading.
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Applications Currently Being Accepted
for Salem Boards and Commissions
Get involved with decisions in your City. The City of Salem is currently seeking applications for vacancies
on several different Boards and Commissions.
The Board and Commission application form, descriptions, and membership requirements, are available at
www.cityofsalem.net/CityCouncil/BoardsAndCommissions/Pages/default.aspx.
Below is a full list of current vacancies for Salem Boards/Commissions and Committees:
• Airport Advisory Commission: one vacancy – at-large Salem resident.
• Citizens Advisory Traffic Commission: three vacancies – at-large Salem resident.
• Civil Service Commission: one vacancy – applicants shall be a citizen of the United States, a resident
of the City and believe in the principles of Civil Service.
• Community Police Review Board: four vacancies – two member position and two individuals to
serve as Alternates.
• Cultural & Tourism Promotion Advisory Board: one vacancy – applicants shall be residents of or
have their place of business in the City of Salem.
• Historical Landmarks Commission: one vacancy – a Salem resident who meets the United States
Secretary of the Interior’s Historic Preservation Qualification Standards as a Professional in Historic
Preservation.
• Housing & Urban Development Advisory Commission: two vacancies – one at-large Salem
resident and one resident from the City of Keizer.
• Human Rights & Relations Advisory Committee: three vacancies – appointments are to be
representative of the residents of the City of Salem.
• Salem Housing Advisory Committee: one vacancy – to represent the City of Keizer.
• Salem Planning Commission: one vacancy – at-large Salem resident.
• Senior Center Advisory Commission: one vacancy – one Partner from the Retired Senior Volunteers
Program (RSVP).
• Salem Social Services Advisory Board: one vacancy – applicants shall be residents of or have their
place of business in the City of Salem.
• West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board: three vacancies – one position representing the
Salem community at-large; one position representing interests or business owners, property owners and
others with financial and occupational interests within the area and one position for a representative of
the residential areas within the boundaries of the West Salem Neighborhood Association.
For further information, please contact Suzanne Studer at 503-588-6255 or [email protected].
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Halloween
Safety
Tips
from the
SALEM POLICE
DEPARTMENT
Play
it safe
on Halloween
START WITH THE COSTUME
 Costumes should be bright, reflective, and flame resistant. Add reflective tape to extremities of the
costume or incorporate fluorescent sticks or necklaces into the design to make it fun for the kids.
 Make sure the costume fits well to avoid tripping hazards or visibility problems.
 Use makeup in place of a mask to minimize visibility issues.
 Try to eliminate the use of swords, canes, sticks, and the like, which can be dangerous, for example, if
the child falls.
ONCE YOU’RE READY TO WALK THE NEIGHBORHOOD
 Travel in small groups in the company of an adult.
 Carry a flashlight (with fresh batteries), and keep it lit to increase your visibility.
 Cross streets at the corner, use crosswalks, and remember to look both ways before entering into the
street. NEVER cross between parked cars.
 Stay on the sidewalks, and out of the streets when walking from house to house.
 Ask your Neighborhood Watch or citizen group to do a patrol on Halloween night.
IF YOU’RE TRICK-OR-TREATING WITH A VEHICLE, BE EXTRA ALERT!
 Drive slowly.
 Watch for excited children who may try to cross in the middle of the street.
 Carefully exit driveways and alleyways.
 Children should get in and out of the car on the curb side, NOT the traffic side.
Lastly, consider letting the children trick-or-treat during the daylight hours, or host a Halloween party for
your kids, and keep them safe at home!
SALEM POLICE DEPARTMENT’S
Save the date!
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9th annual Halloween dress rehearsal
SAT. OCT. 25 4P-6P
A safety event for all the cool ghouls and goblins!
Center 50+ For October—Fun in the Fall! Harvest Month
For events that require an RSVP, please call 503-588-6303
Oct. 1,10 a.m. Bush Park Harvest Walk. Meet at the bottom of the Derby Track at 10 a.m.. Cider/donuts
provided. RSVP. FREE.
Oct. 8,1-3 p.m. Harvest Party. Join us in the lobby at Center 50+ for cider and treats, music, prizes and
Fall craft time. RSVP. FREE.
Oct. 22, 5:15 p.m. Happy Hour & Book Signing. Local author Mark Geiger, writer of The Trinity Effect,
will be at Center 50+ and lead a short discussion of his book. Meet the author, enjoy a beverage and small
plate meal. RSVP. FREE.
Oct. 23, Noon Everything Harvest Bake-Off. Bring along your favorite FALL dish to be judged at noon
in the Center 50+ Lobby. Guests will be provided a sample after the judging and as supplies last. Prizes will be
awarded in several categories: Dessert, Hot Dish, or Cold Dish. Let us know you will be entering the contest.
Include name/phone/address and send it to:
[email protected].
Oct. 29, 5 p.m. Happy Hour— “Financial Freedom.” Presenter Melody Hamilton. Enjoy a beverage and
small plate meal. RSVP. FREE.
Oct 30, 1 p.m. Bingo & Halloween Costume Party. Cost starts at $5.50. Cash prizes, bring a canned
food item for more chances to win a door prize. Refreshments provided.
Thank you to Harvest Month’s sponsor: Atrio Health Plans
Tree Planting Crew Leader Training
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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
GRANT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION NEWS
The Grant Neighborhood was designated as Salem's first Heritage Neighborhood by the Salem Landmarks
Commission in May 2014. This program was established in 2014 by the Landmarks Commission to help encourage
Salem neighborhoods to learn about their history and provide them with an opportunity to engage in a positive
way with the City's historic preservation program. The City's preservation program is currently funding two
projects for the Grant Neighborhood - a Neighborhood Calendar and an Architectural Design Handbook.
The Grant Neighborhood is rich with history.
The Oaks Addition was first platted in 1910,
and was celebrated as a new “High Class
Residential District” in the Daily Oregon
Statesman when lots were first made available
for sale on June 15, 1910. By 1929, sixty-three
residences had been constructed in this area.
The neighborhood has examples of the
Craftsman bungalow, Tudor, and English
Cottage styles, and the subdivision features a
distinctive block organization with service
alleyways.
The Grant Neighborhood
Calendar will feature professional
photographs of residential homes,
streetscapes, churches, and
neighborhood projects as well as
other interesting details and
images. Each page of the calendar
will also include a narrative below
the featured photo providing
historic facts and trivia about the
image. A Sub-Committee
comprised of residents from the
neighborhood worked with the
photographer to determine which
photographs were chosen to
represent their neighborhood.
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The calendar project is near completion and calendars will soon be available for purchase through a digital, print
on demand website, just in time for Christmas shopping! The proceeds from the sale of calendars will be put into
a special Grant Neighborhood Heritage fund which can then be used for their next neighborhood project. For
more information on the calendar project, please check out the website: grantna.weebly.com. Information on
how to order a calendar will be posted on the website when the calendar project is complete.
Neighborhood Association
Annual Meetings
Historic Deepwood Estate
1116 Mission Street SE/503-363-1825/
www.historicdeepwoodestate.org
West Salem Neighborhood Association
October 6, 7 p.m., Roth’s West, 1130 Wallace Rd NW
North Lancaster Neighborhood Association
(NOLA)
October 14, 6:30 p.m., Oak Park Church, 2990
Lancaster NE
South East Salem Neighborhood Association
(SESNA)
October 16, 7 p.m., Capital Park Wesleyan Church,
410 19th St SE
North East Salem Community Association
(NESCA)
October 21, 7 p.m., Fresh Start Market and Espresso
Meeting Room, 3020 Center Street NE
Riverfront Carousel
101 Front Street NE
503-540-0374 www.salemcarousel.org
All activities are subject to change at any time.
Tickets are available for purchase at the door the
night of the event.
Annual Scarousel Bash
Sunday, October 26, 4-6 p.m.
$5/person. Children 2 yrs. & under are free!
• Unlimited Carousel Rides
• Games & Prizes
• Pumpkin Weighing Contest
• Candy Corn Guessing Game
• Costume Parade
• Face Painting
• Make-Your-Own Caramel Apple
(one per paid guest, while supplies last)
• Free Popcorn
(one small bag per paid guest, while
supplies last)
• Door Prizes
Fall Ride Passes on Sale October 15 through
October 31
Purchase 50 rides for only $55 (saves $20).
These will be issued in two 25-ride punchcards.
Punchcards do not expire.
A Tea to Die For
Saturday, October 4, 10:30 a.m.
$30/person, reservations required.
Join us for a Halloween-inspired tea in our 120-yearold home. Spirit Expeditions Inc. will be there to tell
us all about Salem’s haunted history, with decor and
ambiance provided by Vintage Trifles.
A three-course tea catered by Gardner House Cafe,
and will include a Blood Orange Mimosa.
We expect this tea to fill up fast, don’t hesitate to
make your reservation!
Multicultural Ball
Saturday, October 4, 6 - 11 p.m.
Reed Opera House,Trinity Ballroom
189 Liberty St. NE
503-581-2004
www.salemmulticultural.org
An evening of international cuisine, cultural
performances from around the world, live music,
dancing, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the
Salem Multicultural Institute and World Beat Festival.
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Marion-Polk Food Share 16th
Annual Chef ’s Nite Out
Sunday, October 5, 4 - 7 p.m.
Salem Convention Center
200 Commercial St. SE
503-581-3855
www.marionpolkfoodshare.org
This fundraiser features more than 45 restaurants,
caterers, wineries, and breweries under one roof to
help fight hunger. Admission: $75.
Quiltopia
Friday, October 3, 10 a.m. - Sunday, October 5,
noon
Willamette Heritage Center
1313 Mill St. SE
503-363-7973
www.quiltedforest.com
An annual quilt festival: proceeds benefit Helping
Hands Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.
Admission: $5.
The Rainbow Creek Dancers
Saturday, October 4, 7:30 p.m.
Willamette University, Hudson Concert Hall
900 State St.
503-370-6855
http://willamette.edu/arts
Canadian Native dance troupe, the Rainbow Creek
Dancers, will perform at Willamette University in
conjunction with the exhibition A Contemporary
Bestiary. The performance will feature traditional
Haida dance and stories, stunning masks, and awardwinning Haida vocals. Free admission, but tickets
required. Pick up tickets at Hallie Ford Museum of
Art.
Jazz Night
Friday, October 10, 7:30 p.m.
Willamette University, Smith Auditorium
900 State St.
503-370-6255
The Willamette University Department of Music
presents their Fall Jazz Night. Free admission.
Steps To Safety Walk/Run Event
Saturday, October 11, 7:30 a.m. - noon
Registration: $30.
DPSST
4190 Aumsville Highway
503-715-7610
www.mcdvcouncil.org
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A fun run event to raise funds and to remember,
honor, and support victims of domestic violence.
Salem Color Vibe 5K
Sunday, October 12, 9 a.m.
Oregon State Fairgrounds
2330 17th St. NE
435-554-0134
www.thecolorvibe.com/salem.php
The most exciting and vibrantly colorful 5K out
there is coming back to Salem. Come get active with
the Color Vibe crew.
Benefit: Dream Builders
Luncheon
Tuesday, October 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Salem Convention Center
200 Commercial St. SE
503-566-2132
www.familybuildingblocks.org
Family Building Blocks mission is to “Keep children
safe and families together.” Donations accepted.
Make A Difference Day 2014
Saturday, October 25
Make a Difference Day is a national celebration
of neighbors helping neighbors. Everyone can
participate. Look around your community to
see what needs to be done. Organize a litter
pick-up or beautification project, help an elderly
neighbor on your street paint his home, or join
with a large group to clean a stream. Visit www.
makeadifferenceday.com for resources, brochures,
logos, last year’s projects, and even an idea generator
to help your group decide on a project. Created by
USA WEEKEND Magazine, it is the nation’s largest
day of volunteering.
Bowser’s Boo Bash
Saturday, October 25, 5 - 9 p.m.
Salem Convention Center
200 Commercial St. SE
503-585-5900 ext. 324
www.whs4pets.org
Bowser’s Boo Bash is Willamette Humane Society’s
annual costume party, dinner, and auction benefiting
the animals, sponsored by Capitol Subaru. Tickets:
$60 - $70.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 10, 2014
Media Contact: James O’Shea, Marketing Coordinator, at 503-581-2228 x307
Public Contact: 503-581-2228 or www.SalemArt.org
Hi-Res Images Upon Request
Salem Art Association October Events, Exhibits, Announcements
All events and exhibits are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted
FOSS Musicale at the Bush Barn Art Center
Tuesday, September 30 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Admission: $15
Sarah Kwak
The Friends of the Oregon Symphony in Salem (FOSS), and the Salem Art
Association (SAA) invite you to share music and art at a Musicale featuring
Sarah Kwak, Concertmaster, and Vali Phillips, violinist of the Oregon
Symphony. This evening Musicale will take place from 5:30 – 7:30pm on
Tuesday, September 30th at SAA’s Bush Barn Art Center. Refreshments will
be served. Please call 503-364-0149 regarding ticket availability as space is
limited and FOSS members and Salem Art Association special guests will be
accommodated first.
Family Art Day
Saturday, October 4 | Noon-4 p.m. | Bush Barn Art Center
Sponsored by Maps Credit Union
Camas by Kathryn Cellerini Moore
Families with children ages 5-17 are welcome to stop by the Bush Barn Art
Center for a free hands-on art activity with printmaker and mixed-media
artist Kathryn Cellerini Moore. Using nontoxic, watersoluble paints, make a
simple pattern inspired by leaves and flowers and press this pattern on
paper to make a print. Note: Parents and Guardians, please stay with your
children during this activity. This project is not suitable for children under
age five.
Mixed-Media Nature Illustration Workshop
October 4-5 | 9:30 am-4:30 p.m. | Straub Environmental Center
Cost: $125
Fir Cone, Oak Leaf & Snail
by Catherine Alexander
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Discover new techniques using watercolors, color pencils, artist crayons,
pastel pencils and fluid acrylics to bring natural subjects to life. Illustrate
native oak leaves and acorns with brilliant hues and textures. Instructor:
Catherine Alexander. Cost: $125 (includes some materials). Presented by
the Salem Art Association, Straub Environmental Center and David Douglas
Society. For more information or to register, visit www.SalemArt.org.
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Artist Talk: Leslee Burtt
Tuesday, October 7 | 11 a.m. | Bush Barn Art Center
Contemporary Basket
by Leslee Burtt
Using traditional materials with a contemporary twist, Leslee weaves
baskets that transcend utilitarian function to become works of fine
sculpture. Learn about her processes and techniques and where she finds
and gathers her materials. Selections of her work are currently on view in
the A.N. Bush Gallery at the Art Center. This talk is presented by the SAA
Gallery Guides volunteer auxiliary group. To learn more about Gallery
Guides, call 503-581-2228 or email [email protected].
Art Fusion
Friday, October 10 | 7-10 p.m. | Bush Barn Art Center
Admission: $5, free for Salem Art Association members
Sponsored by Saalfeld Griggs, PC
Genders
This October the Bush Barn Art Center will host its annual, edgy Art Fusion
event, featuring live music in an intimate venue, Willamette Valley wine
and craft beer from Salem’s own Gilgamesh Brewing. The music headliner
this year is Genders, the self-described “rock-post-pop-psych-what-everelse band” from Portland. Having been named to Willamette Week’s Top10 Bands of 2013, Genders continues to gain momentum in 2014, being
named to Portland Mercury’s Best New Bands, “responsible for one of the
best live shows in town.” Opening for Genders will be Bohemian Enclave, a
project by one of Salem’s favorite musical minds, Tim Knight.
Botanical Drawing Workshop
October 11-12 | 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Straub Environmental Center
Cost: $125
Oregon Iris by Aislinn Adams
Enjoy the simple art of drawing with a pencil while taking time to look and
see the details and beauty in botanical subjects. Learn techniques for
working with graphite pencils and color pencils. Instructor: Aislinn Adams.
Cost: $125 (includes some materials). Presented by the Salem Art
Association, Straub Environmental Center and David Douglas Society. For
more information, or to register, visit www.SalemArt.org.
Drawing from Nature for Kids Workshop
October 18-19 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Straub Environmental Center
Cost: $125
Hare by Lori Wallace Lloyd
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Explore value studies, light and shadows, perspective and edges in creating
artwork inspired by nature (including fur and feathers)! Start with charcoal
then progress to pastel pencils. Designed for ages 9-13. Instructor: Lori
Wallace Lloyd. Cost: $125 (includes all materials). Presented by the Salem
Art Association, Straub Environmental Center and David Douglas Society.
For more information or to register, visit www.SalemArt.org.
Exhibit | In the Footsteps of David Douglas
Through October 17 | A.N. Bush Gallery | Bush Barn Art Center
Sponsored by O’Neill Pine Company
Salal by Janet Parker
In the Footsteps of David Douglas is an exhibition highlighting the legacy of
David Douglas, an explorer and plant collector who traveled in the Lower
Columbia and Willamette Valley regions in the early 1800s. Botanical
illustrations, landscape paintings, pressed flowers, and historic artifacts will
be on view, along with educational activities for kids.
Exhibit | Russell Young: Seeking Silence
Through October 17 | Focus Gallery | Bush Barn Art Center
Sponsored by CenturyLink
Russell Young is a professional photographer who has traveled the world
capturing images of iconic landscapes and cityscapes. His recent series
highlights the beauty of the Willamette Valley and Lower Columbia
regions, especially areas that are still pristine and untouched by modern
development.
Understory (detail)
by Russell Young
Exhibit | Featured Artist: Monica Moyano
Through October 17 | Camas Gallery | Bush Barn Art Center
Sponsored by Kettle®Brand
Monica Moyano is a Salem-based artist and art educator who uses a rich
palette to portray buildings, animals and rural landscapes, rendering them
as if they exist in the twilight hours at dawn or dusk. A selection of her new
paintings will be featured in the Camas Gallery as part of SAA’s RentalSales Program.
Artwork by Monica Moyano
High School Arts Mentorship Program Applications Due October 3
The Salem Art Association seeks talented freshman, sophomore, junior and
senior high school students to join SAA’s High School Arts Mentorship
Program. To be considered for the program, please complete and submit
the application (available at www.SalemArt.org) and include any other
requested materials by Friday, October 3, 2014. For more information
contact Lisa Ryan at 503-581-2228 x311 or [email protected].
Collar Necklace by Molly Jones,
2014 HSAMP participant
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Monica Moyano with
SAA volunteers Susan Hick
and Linda McCrystal
Gallery Volunteer Opportunities
 Family Art Day | Saturday, October 4| 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 Art Fusion | Friday, October 10 | 5 – 10:30 p.m.
 Exhibit De-Installation| October 17-18| Noon- 5 p.m.
 Exhibit Installation| October 19 – November 7 | Noon – 5 p.m.
 Holiday Gala | Friday, November 7 | 4 – 9:00 p.m.
The volunteer opportunities listed require no experience unless otherwise
stated and take place in team-oriented settings with direction provided by
SAA staff. Volunteers can choose any 2-4 hour shift during the hours listed.
The Salem Art Association (SAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural organization dedicated to art education, art appreciation, and historic
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community
CALENDAR
OCTOBER 2014
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1
• West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., West Salem Library, 395 Glen Creek Rd. NW, 503-588-6178
• Claggett Creek Watershed Council, 6 p.m., Keizer City Hall, 930 Chemawa Rd. NE, Leslie Grimes, 541-954-0435
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2
• North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board, 8 a.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE
• Salem Parks Foundation, 5:30 p.m., Parks Operations Office Conference Room, 1460 20th St. SE, Building 14, 503-588-6336
• Grant Neighborhood Association, 6:15 p.m., Grant Community School, 725 Market St. NE
• East Lancaster Neighborhood Association (ELNA), 7 p.m., The Springs, 1940 45th Ave NE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6
• Faye Wright Neighborhood Association, 6:30 p.m., Wendy Kroger Park, 200 Arlene Ave SE
• West Salem Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting, 7 p.m., Roth’s West, 1130 Wallace Rd. NW
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7
• Senior Center Advisory Commission, 9 a.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland Rd. NE, 503-588-6303
• Planning Commission, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6173
• Human Rights and Relations Advisory Commission (Meeting and Inservice), 6 p.m., City Hall, 555 Liberty St. SE, Room 305, 503-540-2371
• Northeast Neighbors (NEN), 6:30 p.m., Salem First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market St. NE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8
• North Neighbors Community Partnership Meeting, 11:30 a.m., location to be determined, 503-588-6207
• Hearings Officer, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6173
• Morningside Neighborhood Association, 6:30 p.m., Pringle Creek Community Painters Hall, 3911 Village Center Dr. SE
• South Central Association of Neighbors (SCAN), 6:30 p.m., Location to be Determined
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9
• Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., City Hall, 555 Liberty Street SE, Room 325, 503-588-6304
• South Gateway Neighborhood Association, 6:30 p.m., Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1770 Baxter Road SE
• Highland Neighborhood Association, 7 p.m. Highland Elementary School, 530 Highland Ave NE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11
• Grant Neighborhood Association Litter Pick Up, Grant School Parking Lot, 725 Market St. NE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13
• Columbus Day
• Social Service Advisory Board, 4:30 p.m., 555 Liberty St. SE, Room 325, 503-588-6178
• City Council/Urban Renewal Agency/Salem Housing Authority, 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6255
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14
• Southeast Mill Creek Association (SEMCA), 10 a.m., Paradise Island Park Recreation Hall, 3100 Turner Rd. SE
• SKATS Technical Advisory Committee, 1:30 p.m., Council of Governments, 100 High St. SE, Suite 200, 503-588-6177
• Cultural and Tourism Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., Public Works Conference Room 325, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-540-2361
• Pringle Creek Watershed Council, 6 p.m., Painters Hall, Pringle Creek Community, 3911 Village Center Dr. SE, 541-954-0435
• North Lancaster Neighborhood Association (NOLA) Annual Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Oak Park Church, 2990 Lancaster NE
• Northgate Neighborhood Association, 7 p.m., Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort, 4751 Astoria St. NE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15
• South Salem Connect Meeting, 11:30 am, Location to be Determined, 503-588-6207
• Airport Advisory Commission, 6 p.m., Salem Municipal Airport Terminal Hold Room, 2990 25th St. SE, 503-588-6314
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16
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• Community and Partners of East Salem (CAPES), 11 a.m., Location to be Determined, 503-588-6207
• Glenn-Gibson Watershed Council, 5 p.m., Salem Electric Board Room, 633 7th St. NW
• Historic Landmarks Commission, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6173
• Mill Creek Watershed Council, 6 p.m., Turner Community Center, 7250 3rd St. SE, Turner, Leslie Grimes, 541-954-0435
• South East Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA) Annual Meeting, 7 p.m., Capital Park Wesleyan Church, 410 19th St. SE
• Sunnyslope Neighborhood Association, 7 p.m., Schirle Elementary School, 4875 Justice Way S
Council of Governments, 105 High Street, Salem, OR 97301
Keizer City Hall, 930 Chemawa Road NE, Keizer, OR 97303
Marion Soil and Water Conservation District, 650 Hawthorne Avenue SE, #130, Salem, OR 97301
Painters Hall, Pringle Creek Community, 1831 Village Center Drive SE, Salem, OR 97302
Parks Operations Office, 1460 20th Street SE, Bldg. 14, Salem, OR 97302
Salem City Hall, 555 Liberty Street SE, Salem, OR 97302
Salem Public Library, Anderson B, 585 Liberty Street SE, Salem, OR 97302
Urban Development, 350 Commercial Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
West Salem Library, 395 Glen Creek Road NW, Salem, OR 97304
OCTOBER 2014
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20
• Finance Committee, Noon, City Manager’s Office Conference Room 220, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6040
• Housing Advisory Committee Meeting, Noon, Robert Lindsey Tower Committee Room, 360 Church St. SE
• West Salem Neighborhood Association, 7 p.m., Roth’s West, 1130 Wallace Rd. NW
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21
• Edgewater Partnership, 1 p.m., West Salem Boys and Girls Club, 925 Gerth St. NW, 503-588-6207
• Planning Commission, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6173
• Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CAN-DO), 6 p.m., Salem First Christian Church, 685 Marion St. NE, Rm.. 206
• Mid-Willamette Watershed Alliance, 6 p.m., Marion Soil and Water Conservation District, 650 Hawthorne Ave SE, Leslie Grimes, 541-954-0435
• Northeast Neighbors (NEN) Annual Meeting, CANCELED.
• North East Salem Community Association (NESCA) Annual Meeting, 7 p.m., Fresh Start Market & Espresso Meeting Room, 3020 Center Street NE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
• Hearings Officer, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6173
• Claggett Creek Watershed Council, 7 p.m., Keizer City Hall Old Library, 930 Chemawa Rd. NE, 503-566-4034
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23
• Downtown Advisory Board, Noon, 295 Church St., Ste 200, Kalapuya Conference Room, 503-588-6178
• Housing Advisory Committee, Noon, 360 Church St. SE, Robert Lindsey Tower Community Room
• Economic Opportunities Analysis/Housing Needs Analysis Advisory Board Meeting No. 6, 5:30 p.m., 606 Church St. SE, Pringle Community Hall
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25
• Make a Difference Day
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27
• City Council, 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty St. SE, 503-588-6255
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28
• SKATS Policy Committee, Noon, 100 High St. SE, Suite 200, 503-588-6177
• Lansing Neighborhood Association, 7 p.m., Waldo Middle School Library, 2805 Lansing Ave NE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31
• Halloween
Jack O’ Lantern. Photo: Matthew Grimes
More meetings: www.cityofsalem.net. Verify meeting details with the sponsoring organization.
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS: Mon., October 13, 6:30 p.m. SALEM HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING: Mon., October 13, 6:30 p.m
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY MEETING: Mon., October 13, 6:30 p.m
* Dates shown for public hearings and work sessions are tentative. Please check website to verify.
Mon., October 27, 6:30 p.m
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LIBRARY NEWS
Youth Services Needs You!
Beginning September 9, 2014, children, families, and
any other willing patrons are asked to please check
out as many children’s materials as each library card
will allow. This will be of great help to the Youth
Services staff as they prepare to pack, move, and
store the 90,000 items in the children’s collection
during the weeks in which the top floor Children’s
Room has to be empty for a renovation. The loan
period for Salem Public Library Children’s materials
will increase from 3 weeks to 12 weeks during the
period of the renovation.
Children’s Choice Book Club
4 p.m.,Thursday, October 16
Location:TBA
Beginning in October, kids in grades 2 to 4 are
invited to register at www.salemlibrary.org or
in person at the Youth
Services Desk for a
monthly program that
includes lively discussion,
games, and crafts focused
on books nominated for
the 2014-2015 Beverly
Cleary Children’s Choice
Award. Club members will
meet the third Thursday
of each month at 4 p.m.,
and will finish with a vote
and reading celebration in
March. Come join the fun!
(Read Secret Chicken Society
by Judy Cox, the first book
for the Book Club.)
Friday Film Fest
*1 p.m. Friday, October 10
Loucks Auditorium
Although we can’t tell you the name of this movie,
we can tell you that if you like Disney and Pixar
films, you will enjoy this medley of movies. Monthly
family films are provided by Salem Public Library
Youth Services and are free and open to the public.
Doors open 15 minutes before the movie begins.
*This is an earlier start time due to an all-state Inservice Day.
Boogie Woogie Concert – Music is Magic with
Greta Pedersen
10:30 a.m.,Tuesday, October 14
Loucks Auditorium
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Greta's
sparkling voice
and spirited
performances
have charmed
audiences from
coast to coast.
Young children
and their
favorite grownups will enjoy
her warm and
humorous songs
accompanied
by guitar, lap
dulcimer, or
Greta Pedersen. Photo courtesy of the Library.
harmonica.
This wonderful
collection of original and traditional songs includes
audience participation, sign language, and interaction.
Doors open at 10:15 a.m. and seating will be on
a first-come, first-seated basis. All Boogie Woogie
concerts are free and open to the public thanks
to the support of the Friends of the Salem Public
Library.
Family Festival of the Arts
Oregon Shadow Theatre Presents -Puss in
Boots
7 p.m., Friday, October 17
Loucks Auditorium
The ethnic diversity and rich musical traditions of
New Orleans and the Louisiana bayous are the
background for Oregon Shadow Theatre’s adaptation
of this classic French fairytale. Antoine, the miller’s
son, inherits Puss, the remarkable talking cat. The
two set out on a journey to impress the great
King Calypso and the Princess, Sweet Emma. Soon
Antoine is wrestling an alligator and Puss has to
match wits with the shape-changing Swamp Ogre.
Colorful shadow puppets inspired by Mardi Gras’
outrageous parade costumes along with live Zydeco
and Cajun music give spicy flavor to this production.
The Oregon Shadow Theatre is a Portland-based
company specializing in the art of shadow puppetry.
Their award-winning shadow plays have toured the
United States and Canada. Doors will open at 6:45
p.m. and seating will be on a first-come, first-seated
basis. All Family Festival of the Arts shows are free
and open to the public thanks to the support of the
Friends of the Salem Public Library.
Friends of the Salem Public
Library Fall Book Sale
4-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16, Friends Night–
members only;
Memberships available at the door or in advance at
the Friends Store
10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 & Saturday, October 18
1-4:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 19
$4 Bag Day!
Location: 1555 12th Street S (next to Fitts Seafood)
A bevy of books are waiting for new homes at the
Friends of the Salem Public Library Fall Book Sale.
Prices: hardback books at $1.25 each; children’s,
teen, and paperback books at 75 cents each; and
audio visual items at 50 cents-$1 each. Specialty
and collectible books will also be available for sale
at individual prices. More information is available at
www.salemfriends.org or 503-362-1755.
Fall Concert Series
RASIKA School of Music and Arts presents
Raga Sandhya-Indian Classical Music on Violin
and Indian Drumming
7 p.m. Friday, October 3
Loucks Auditorium
Tickets available starting Friday, September 26.
Carnatic music is one of the most ancient systems
of classical music in India. The musical system
is complex, including the ragas (melodic scales)
and talas (rhythmic cycles). Classical violinist E.
B. Jayaprakash and percussionist B.Vijayan will be
presenting both slow, melodic improvisational
pieces, as well as faster, vibrant pieces of traditional
repertoire.
The Fall Concert Series is sponsored by the Friends
of the Salem Public Library. Free tickets are available
at the Central Library’s Information Desk and the
West Salem Branch Service Desk beginning the
Friday before the concert. Tickets are valid until
10 minutes before performance time. At that
time, those waiting may fill any empty seats. More
information is available from the Information Desk
at 503-588-6052.
Singer/Songwriters Sought for December
Concert
Applications will be accepted through Friday,
October 10 from area singer/songwriters
performing their own original music. Up to four
performers will be selected for a showcase concert
at 7 p.m. Friday, December 5 in Loucks Auditorium,
which will wrap up the Fall Concert Series. Each
performer will be paid $50 for a 20-minute set in
this professionally-produced showcase concert
sponsored by the Friends of the Salem Public
Library.
Applications are available online, at the Information
Desk, or by email from [email protected].
More information is available from Sonja Somerville
at 503-588-6083.
Sing-Along Movie
Hairspray (PG; 117 minutes; 2007)
2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 4
Loucks Auditorium
In 1962 Baltimore, Tracy (Nikki Blonski) auditions for
the Corny Collins Show. She lands the gig and, in the
process, strikes a blow for civil rights.
Closed captions will be turned on to encourage
audience participation. This program is free and open
to the public. More information is available from the
Information Desk at 503-588-6052.
Cascadia Concert Opera
Beethoven’s Fidelio
2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 11
Loucks Auditorium
Ludwig van Beethoven’s only opera, Fidelio, tells
the story of Leonora, a woman whose love for her
husband leads her to disguise herself as a prison
guard named “Fidelio,” and rescue her husband from
death in a political prison.
Seating is free on a first-come, first-seated basis.
More details are available from the Information Desk
at 503-588-6052. This event is sponsored by the
Friends of the Salem Public Library.
Shift into Overdrive with
Library2Go
10:30 a.m. Friday, October 17
Plaza Room
Tablets and eReaders allow library patrons to check
out audiobooks and eBooks anywhere, anytime
using Library2Go. Interested readers and listeners
can learn more about Library2Go at this free,
informative seminar. No registration is required.
Library staff members are also available for one-on-
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one consultations to help owners of eReaders, tablets,
and smart phones use the library’s digital resources.
Appointments can be made for this free service by
calling the Information Desk at 503-588-6052.
Transformation Station
Salem Public Library has a Transformation Station
available in its Technology Center to help users
convert mementos such as family photos, oral
histories, home videos, and slides into newer media
formats. Users may convert VHS tapes to DVDs,
cassette tapes, and LP records to digital recordings
(saved on CDs or USB drives), and printed photos
or slides to digital images (saved on CDs or USB
drives). Appointments can be made for this free
service by calling 503-588-6052.
Author Events
These author appearances are free and open to
the public on a first-come, first-seated basis. At
in-person appearances, books are available for
purchase and signature after the presentation. More
information is available at 503-588-6052.
Amanda Kyle Williams via Skype
Thriller Writer: Keye Street Series
2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 11
Board Room
Critically-acclaimed writer and Shamus Award
nominee, Amanda Kyle Williams, will appear via
Skype to discuss her work and her newest thriller,
Don’t Talk to Strangers, which features private
investigator Keye Street.
Full of wicked Southern humor, heart-pounding
scenes, and nail-biting twists, this electrifying third
installment in the Keye Street series is a gripping
page-turner. This appearance has been made possible
by Random House Publishers.
Jennifer Pharr Davis, Record-Holding MegaHiker
7 p.m.Tuesday, October 14
Loucks Auditorium
Jennifer Pharr Davis has hiked over 12,000 miles
of long-distance trails. She has trekked on six
continents. In 2011, she was the first woman to
claim the endurance record on the Appalachian
Trail, hiking 2,181 miles in 46 days, 11 hours, and 20
minutes.
Pharr Davis has authored five books, including three
North Carolina guidebooks and two Appalachian
Trail memoirs, Becoming Odyssa and Called Again. This
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presentation is made possible by the Salem Public
Library Foundation.
Eileen Hadley Givens, Local History Author
2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 25
Loucks Auditorium
I Baked a Cake for Ike and Mamie! by Eileen Hadley
Givens focuses on her grandparents, Douglas and
Mabel McKay, prominent Salem residents who were
active on the Oregon and national political scenes
in the 1930s-1950s. Douglas served as a Salem
Mayor, Oregon State Senator, Governor of Oregon,
and Secretary of the Interior under President
Eisenhower. Mabel was a prolific correspondent,
and the hundreds of letters she wrote to family
and friends are a journal of sorts – an “unbound
memoir” – that gives an inside look at the McKays’
years in Washington, D.C. in the 1950s.
Books may be purchased at the event, at scott@
browsersbookstore.com, or by calling 541-926-2612.
Mango Languages
Online Language-Learning
The Salem Public Library now offers the Mango
Languages online language-learning system to
library-card holders through the Chemeketa
Cooperative Regional Library Service (CCRLS).
Languages offered are Chinese (Mandarin), English,
French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and
Spanish (Latin American).
Learning a new language with Mango Languages is
free for all Library patrons. Each self-paced lesson
combines real life situations and audio from native
speakers with simple, clear instructions. Users
learn actual conversation in lessons that combine
vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and culture.
Users can access Mango Languages by visiting www.
salemlibrary.org and clicking on “Online Resources,”
followed by “Learn a Language,” and then “Mango
Languages.” A CCRLS library card number and PIN
are needed to create a personal Mango Languages
account. More details are available from the
Information Desk at 503-588-6052
PARKLINES
installation of a second overlook with bench seating
and pavers to match Phase One. Phase Two is
approximately one acre in size bringing the total
rhododendron garden area to approximately two
acres.
Phase Three
Late 2013, Mr. Compton again offered additional
funds to replace the asphalt path that bordered the
garden on the west side with brick pavers. This
Rhody Bench. Photo courtesy of Parks.
Bush’s Pasture Park
Rhododendron Garden
On Saturday, April 20, 2013, the Rhododendron
Garden at Bush’s Pasture Park opened its floriferous
doors for all to see. Since that time, two more
phases have been added to this beautiful garden.
Phase One
About three years ago, Stuart Compton, of the
Compton Family Foundation, approached the City
with a wish to make a donation for the development
of a rhododendron garden at Bush’s Pasture Park.
The project entailed transforming the slope between
the upper and lower terrace of the park near
Leffelle Street SE into a rhododendron garden. The
area was in need of restoration and is the perfect
location for such a garden.
The plantings include more than 500
rhododendrons, azaleas, trees, shrubs, and other
plants. In addition to the plantings, the project also
included the installation of a walk and overlook
terrace made of brick pavers, a bench at the
overlook, stairs leading to a lower section of the
hillside, installation of gravel paths throughout the
garden, and drainage and irrigation. This phase of the
garden encompassed approximately one acre of the
hillside.
Phase Two
In spring 2013, Mr. Compton offered to fund a
second phase to further expand the Rhododendron
Hillside Garden north to the Guidance of Youth
statue. This phase focused primarily on the
Guidance of Youth statue. Photo courtesy of Parks.
included the plaza area where the Guidance of Youth
statue and the second overlook are located.
The City would like to thank Stuart Compton and
Mary K. Compton for their very generous donations.
We would also like to thank Wally Reed, neighbor to
Bush’s Pasture Park, and President of the Willamette
Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society,
who has put in many volunteer hours helping
Ribbon cutting. Photo courtesy of Parks.
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with this project. A number of Parks staff have been
part of this project for the last three years, including
Horticulturist Tom Beatty, Park Supervisor John
Kleeman, Superintendent Keith Keever, ASLA, and many
talented Parks Operations staff.
Please wander, sit, and enjoy the wonderful views at the
Rhododendron Garden.
Rhody Bench Overlook. Photo courtesy of Parks.
Star Volunteer
As an Eagle Scout project, Matthew Kleiman organized, planned, and managed the construction and
installation of an information kiosk at the Sunnyslope Community Garden on Liberty Street SE.
Summer Volunteers in Parks
• For their opening day activities, Corban University students volunteered in the community building
new trails at Geer Park and Minto-Brown Island Park.
• West Salem Moms Club assisted with playground maintenance at Orchard Heights Park.
• Friends of Pioneer Cemetery straightened headstones, pruned shrubs, and removed moss.
• A group of volunteers from Oregon State Hospital resurfaced a trail at Minto-Brown Island Park.
• Salem Area Trail Alliance spent a day working on trails at Wallace Marine Park.
• Cub Scout Pack #122 painted picnic tables at Bush’s Pasture Park.
Fall Volunteer Opportunities
Pioneer Cemetery Fall Clean-up and Pruning
9 a.m. to Noon
Saturday, October 11
Monday, October 13
Monday, October 27
To register for these opportunities, please contact Tibby Larson,Volunteer Coordinator, at talarson@
cityofsalem.net or 503-589-2197.
A great big thank you to Movies in the Park volunteers!
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POLICE SIGHTS & SOUNDS
Back To School Safety Tips
The smell of text books is in the air! School is
starting back up this month and the Salem Police
Department wants to remind you about back to
school safety. Whether it is a student’s first year
attending school, or they are now a high school
senior, it is important for parents to make sure their
kids know how to stay safe.
Walking To and From School
For younger children, we suggest parents walk or
ride the routes their children will take to and from
school ahead of time. This helps both the parents
and the students become familiar and comfortable
with the routes. Along the way, parents should point
out any potential hazards they identify—such as
busy intersections. They should ask their children
to come up with problem solving ideas to best avoid
those hazards. By allowing children to come up with
their own solutions, they will better remember how
to react if an actual problem arises. This method
helps provide kids with some of the tools they
need to feel confident making decisions when their
parents are not around.
Dealing with Strangers
Kids should avoid talking to strangers, and NEVER
accept rides from anyone they do not know.
Consider developing family passwords—words or
phrases only family members know. Parents should
instruct their children if they are approached by
someone (even a friend or neighbor) who doesn’t
know their password, it is okay to get away from
that person and immediately tell a trusted adult.
Riding the Bus
Although most motorists will stop for flashing red
lights on a school bus, some drivers do not because
they are simply not paying attention. Making sure
all approaching cars have stopped before entering
the roadway may prevent a horrible tragedy from
happening.
While waiting for the bus, kids should stand at least
six feet, or three big steps, away from the curb or
roadway edge. Once the bus has arrived, children
should wait for it to come to a complete stop and
for the driver to open the door before approaching
the bus.
While the bus is in motion, it is important for
children to remain seated and to keep their hands
and arms inside the bus at all times. Staying calm
and quiet while on board will make the ride safer
for everyone because the bus driver can focus on
driving.
Drivers on the Roadways
It is the duty of all motorists to remain vigilant while
driving, especially in school zones. With athletic
team practices and other school programs starting
up again, both before and after normal school
hours, drivers need to keep an eye out for children
who are coming and going from these events. It is
important to slow down in school zones as well as
other areas where children frequently congregate.
During the school year, the Salem Police
Department’s Traffic Control and Youth Services
Units regularly conduct traffic enforcement
operations in school zones. Drivers receiving
citations in these zones can expect hefty fines
because all fines are automatically doubled.
School Violence and Bullying
Schools are meant to be safe places to learn. Any
amount of violence at school is unacceptable.
Parents or students should report any suspected
violence, threats, or bullying incidents to school staff
or to their school resource officer.
Indications of bullying may include sudden changes
in a child’s behavior. This may include becoming
withdrawn or disinterested in activities they
normally enjoy. It is important for parents to talk
with their kids if they see these types of changes
happening as there may be issues going on at school
the parents are unaware of. Parents suspecting
their children are being bullied at school should
be proactive and get involved. Ignoring potential
problems in hopes they will eventually go away
on their own can lead to more serious problems
developing down the road.
For additional information or help locating
resources, call the Salem Police Department’s Youth
Services Unit at 503-588-6257.
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PUBLIC WORKS NEWS
Leaves are Falling
Each year, the City’s street sweeping program collects over 3,350 cubic yards of leaves, or the equivalent of
330 dump trucks during fall, while clearing the streets of leaf debris.
The combination of fallen leaves and rain can lead to clogged storm drains and local street flooding.
Residents can lend a hand in preventing local flooding by adopting a storm drain and keeping it clear of leaves.
If you see leaves accumulate in your neighborhood storm drain, follow these steps to help keep the drains
clear:
1. Grab a rake, gloves, boots, and a bin or bag to collect the leaves.
2. Rake leaves off the storm drain and put them into your yard waste bin, compost pile, or bag and
bring them to the free Fall Leaf Haul event.
Remember to keep safety in mind: never remove the storm drain cover and be sure to remain on the curb
when collecting leaves. If standing water persists after the debris has been removed, call City of Salem Public
Works Dispatch at 503-588-6333.
In addition to the volunteer Adopt a Storm Drain project, the City of Salem is seeking volunteers to assist
with the Fall Leaf Haul on December 6, 2014 at three locations: Sprague High School, the State Fairgrounds,
and Wallace Marine Park. This is a great event for civic groups and neighbors.
The more volunteers the merrier. People interested in volunteering should call the City at 503-589-2195.
The Fall Leaf Haul program is sponsored by the City of Salem, Marion County Public Works Environmental
Services, Salem garbage/recycling haulers, and neighborhood and community groups.
Do not rake or blow leaves into the street. Depositing solid waste, (which includes fallen leaves), in or upon
any public place or other publicly owned property, other than in receptacles provided for the purpose of
holding such solid waste, is a violation of Salem Revised Code Chapter 47.220.
Tree Planting Event at Cascade
Gateway Park Disc Golf Course
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2014
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Please arrive around 8:45 a.m. to be
registered and assigned to a crew. The
planting will start promptly at 9 a.m.
Breakfast snacks and beverages, as well
as gloves, tools, and guidance will be
provided. Please come dressed for the
weather, wearing sturdy shoes, and be
ready to have fun!
Individuals are not required to RSVP.
Please contact Jenny or Ian from Friends
of Trees at 503-595-0213 if you have any
questions, have a group that is interested
in volunteering, or need more
information.
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Proposed Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater
Rate IncReases
What You Should Know
The Salem City Council is responsible for setting the fees you pay for water,
wastewater, and stormwater services. Rate changes are being proposed for
2015 and 2016 due to the increased costs to operate these systems and to
provide needed funds for repairing and replacing aging infrastructure. City
Council will hold a public hearing before making a decision. Information
on the proposed rate changes can be found at www.cityofsalem.net/
UtilityRateHearing including the staff report, presentation, and
supporting materials. A bill estimator is also available on this website to
estimate bills for a specific account based on current consumption patterns.
Public Hearing
The public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at 555 Liberty
St SE, at 6:30 p.m. on October 27, 2014. An opportunity will be provided
for customers to testify at the hearing. Written comments may also be
submitted to [email protected] or City Recorder’s Office,
Room 205, 555 Liberty St SE, Salem, Oregon 97301. All written comments
must be received by the City Recorder prior to 5 p.m. on October 27,
2014, to be considered part of the public hearing record.
estimated Residential Rates for 2015 and 2016
Individual residential customer charges can vary due to differences
such as the amount of water used, the amount of impervious area,
and whether a backflow device is present. For an average, singlefamily residence, the total proposed increase each year for water,
wastewater, and stormwater combined is estimated to be between $1.85
and $2.05 per month. If you would like a bill estimate for a specific
account, you may use the bill estimator on the website above, email
[email protected], or call 503-588-6211 to request
an account analysis.
www.cityofsalem.net/UtilityRateHearing
Si necesita ayuda para comprender esta información, por favor llame 503-588-6211.
If you need help understanding this information, please call 503-588-6211.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Fire Prevention Week is October 5 to 11
“Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives! Test Yours Every Month!”
Fire Prevention Week commemorates the Great Chicago Fire - the two-day blaze that killed more than 250
people, left 100,000 more homeless, and destroyed more than 17,000 buildings between October 8-9, 1871.That
tragedy inspired reform across America, spurring new fire safety codes and public awareness campaigns.
Fast Facts About Fire:
• Recent data shows one home structure fire is reported every 85 seconds.1
• In 2011, U.S. fire departments responded to 370,000 home structure fires. These fires caused 13,910
civilian injuries, 2,520 civilian deaths, and $6.9 billion in direct damage.1
• In 2010, U.S. firefighter fatalities totaled 85, with more than 32,000 firefighter injuries on the fireground.2
• Cooking has been the leading cause of reported home fires and home fire injuries since 1990.1
• Heating equipment was the leading cause of fires in the 1980s and has generally ranked second since
then. It is the second leading cause of home fire death.1
• In 2010, smoking material started an estimated 17,500 home fires, resulting in 540 deaths, 1,320 injuries,
and $535 million in direct property damage. Smoking materials are the leading cause of home fire deaths1
• Portable or fixed space heaters, including wood stoves, account for four out of five (79%) home heating
deaths.1
• Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in home fires by half.
• On average, there are 32 home candle fires per day.1
• In Oregon, residential fires are more common on weekends and most occur between 4-9 p.m.3
• Oregon statistics indicate that when smoke alarms do no operate – it is due to dead or missing batteries
71% of the time.3
According to a recent study by the National Fire Protection Association, only one third of all Americans have
developed and practiced a home escape plan. This study also found that most people think they will have at least
6 minutes to escape their home during a fire. The actual time is much less, in fact many people we interview after
the fire state “I couldn’t believe how fast the fire grew.”
The Salem Fire Department encourages you to take a few minutes to develop and practice a
home escape plan. Here are some key tips:
• Draw a map of your home showing all doors and windows. Discuss the plan with everyone in your home.
• Know at least two ways out of every room. Make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily.
• Have an outside meeting place (like a tree, light pole, or mailbox) a safe distance from the home where
everyone should meet.
• Install, test, and maintain smoke alarms. Replace smoke alarms that are older than 10 years.
• Practice your home fire drill at night and during the day with everyone in your home, twice a year.
• Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can’t help them. Make fire safety education fun by
following this link to SPARKY THE FIRE DOG.
• When the smoke alarm sounds, GET OUT AND STAY OUT. Never go back inside for people or pets.
• If you have to escape through smoke, GET LOW AND GO under the smoke to your way out.
• Call the fire department from outside your home.
• Test your knowledge by taking this online quiz about FIRE SAFETY.
For more information on this or other prevention related topics, contact Salem Fire at 503-588-6245.
1 National Fire Protection Association
2 US Fire Administration
3 Oregon State Fire Marshal
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Reproduced from NFPA’s Fire Prevention Week website,
www.firepreventionweek.org. ©2014 NFPA
The Savvy Caregiver
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For Family Caregivers
This five-session workshop offers real
help to families caring for loved ones
with dementia. The program will give
caregivers an understanding of dementia
and changes in their loved one, tips on
how to provide the best care, coping skills
for the stages of dementia, facts about the
progression of dementia, and more. A
handbook to complement the classes will
be provided.
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Time:
Where:
Cost:
October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4 (Tuesdays)
10 a.m.—Noon
Center 50+ Salem Senior Center
2615 Portland Road NE, Salem, OR 97301
FREE
Class description:
 Exploring dementia—program introduction
 Self-care—taking control
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Caregiver goals
Communication techniques
Applying savvy principles to real life
Expand caregiver networks
To Register call Evelyn Ostermann at 503-588-6303.
Class size is limited and registration is required.
Thank you to the Portland Veteran’s Administration for partnering with Center 50+ to
present this course. Sponsored by Among Friends Adult Day Respite and Time With Friends
Programs, with additional support from NorthWest Senior & Disability Services.
Thank you to our Program Sponsors:
www.cityofsalem.net/Center50
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Conceptual Design of the future bridge.
Minto Island Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge
Funding and Permitting Are In Place!
Final funding for the Minto Island Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge and Trail was committed in January this year,
and in March, the project design was complete. The City has received the final permit needed for the project
and expects to solicit construction bids from contractors this fall. In all, 15 federal, state, and local permits
were obtained for the project.
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