It’s time to Fill Your Pantry: Pre-Orders from Oct 1 through Nov 2

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Gary Haliski

Here is a one-of-a-kind chance to fill your pantry, freezer, and root cellar while supporting
local farmers, ranchers, and food makers.

We’re excited to be part of Fill Your Pantry 2025! Join us on Sunday, November 9 at
the Lane Events Center to stock up on nourishing local food for the winter.
You can pre-order from us now through November 2 at willamettefarmandfood.org, or
come shop the event in person.

● Event Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
● Time: 12–4 pm (11 am–12 pm reserved for accessibility shopping & pickups)
● Location: Lane Events Center Agricultural Pavilion, Eugene, OR
● Pre-Orders: October 1 – November 2 at willamettefarmandfood.org

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October and November SCCO meeting topics

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Gary Haliski

On October 2, we will have presentations by Britni D’Eliso representing the Lane County Stabilization Center and Olivia McClellan representing Lane County Mobile Crisis Services. They will share valuable insights and updates on local mental health and crisis response services, followed by a question-and-answer period.

Meeting information for October 2nd
Thursday, October 2 · 7:00 – 9:00pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/uqr-nncc-ert
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 314-474-2878‬ PIN: ‪829 099 243‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/uqr-nncc-ert?pin=4125263287443

Our November 6th meeting will feature a guest presentation by the Laurel Hill Center, a mental health services and housing provider.   They are preparing to build a 50-unit housing development off River Road near Hunsaker and would like to engage the community in their process.

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EWEB Emergency Water Station Demonstration at Kennedy Middle School

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Gary Haliski

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) and Eugene School District 4j are holding a ribbon cutting and demonstration event at a new Emergency Water Station site. The station is located at Kennedy Middle School in the northeast corner of the parking area.

After a brief ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m., the public is invited to fill water containers and learn how the emergency water station operates. Attendees will: 

  • Receive a free 3-gallon emergency water storage container – one per family while supplies last!  
  • Participate in operating the emergency water station from filling to sanitizing.  
  • Learn how our community is preparing for emergencies and how to get prepared at home. 
  • Enjoy family activities like coloring and water storage container decorating.  

Attendees are encouraged to bring a wagon or grocery cart as a 3-gallon water container weighs 25 pounds when filled and will be difficult to carry. 

Kennedy Middle School is located at 2200 Bailey Hill Rd, Eugene, OR 97405.

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SCCO Board Meeting this Thursday, September 4th

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Gary Haliski

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Santa Clara Community Park and Beyond Toxics updates at Thursday’s, August 7th SCCO meeting

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Gary Haliski

SCCO August general meeting
Thursday, August 7 · 7:00 – 9:00 pm
3280 River Road (Messiah Lutheran Church)
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/vix-zyza-xff
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 316-746-4119‬ PIN: ‪484 351 653‬#

We hope you enjoyed the 3rd annual Santa Clara concert last weekend. Now it’s time to learn about another fun event this year – the opening of the Community Park.

Join our meeting in person or online and listen to a presentation by Marina Wrensch, construction manager for the Santa Clara Community Park. She will give us an update on the timing of the park opening,  features, and amenities of the park, and answer any questions you may have.

There will also be a presentation by Raevyn Thompson, the Environmental and Climate Justice organizer for Beyond Toxics.  She will be sharing an overview of the organization,  current projects, and legislative work, which include the Bethel Clean Energy Project, Coffin Butte Landfill, Community garden spaces, and policies passed in the 2025 legislative session.

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