Eugene Police Chief Selection Process – Get Involved!

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Gary Haliski

The City of Eugene has entered the Hire phase of our Police Chief Recruitment process. We have a talented pool of applicants and plan to host finalists for the position in Eugene the week of March 12th!

Our goal is to create opportunities for community members to get to know the finalists and for the finalists to get to know our community. There will be multiple opportunities for community members to engage with this process. Visit this website for more information on community opportunities to engage: https://www.eugene-or.gov/3834/Community-Opportunities

Community Panel:
A Community Panel is scheduled for the morning of March 13th. The purpose of this panel is to offer the opportunity to engage with candidates and contribute in the selection of the next Police Chief to a broad spectrum of the community.  Selected panelists will participate in small group interviews with each finalist.

If this opportunity interests you and you’re available on March 13th from 8:00am -10:30am please submit your name, contact information and a brief statement of interest (30 words or fewer) here.

Process:

–        All interested parties must submit their interest statement no later than February 28th at 9pm (DEADLINE EXTENDED) using this form.

–        City Councilors, the Mayor and City Manager will make final selections of individuals who will participate in this process.

Community Forum:
Join us for a Community Forum open to everyone and viewable through webcast! Community members who attend the forum and those viewing from home can submit questions in advance or during the forum. This interactive forum will be held on March 13th from 5:30 – 6:30pm at Harris Hall.

Submit Questions
You can submit questions in advance (by email epcrecruit@ci.eugene.or.us) or in person at the forum to be asked of finalists. Planning to watch on the web? Submit your questions by email through 6:00pm to epcrecruit@ci.eugene.or.us.
All questions will be reviewed, themed and asked of finalists as time permits.

What Do You Think?
People present can provide written feedback in person. Everyone can provide feedback by email to EPCrecruit@ci.eugene.or.us. All feedback collected before Saturday March 17th at 9pm will be compiled and shared as submitted to the City Manager for review.

For more information, questions and ADA accommodations requests (with 48 hours notice) contact Jennifer Lleras Van Der Haeghen at 541-682-5619 or Jennifer.e.vanderhaeghen@ci.eugene.or.us.

Jennifer Lleras Van Der Haeghen | Manager | (541)682-5619
Office of Human Rights & Neighborhood Involvement
City of Eugene | 99 West 10th Ave. Suite 116, Eugene OR 97401
www.eugene-or.gov/neighborhoods

Our Mission: To support equitable access to services in City government, neighborhoods and community through active and inclusive engagement.

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Public Invited to 4J Bond Community Forums

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Gary Haliski

Here’s information for those Santa Clarians who live in district 4J’s boundary. Potential bond options include rebuilding North Eugene High School.

Input sought on potential bond measure

From District 4J:

Eugene School District 4J is holding a community conversation, and we want to hear from you! The 4J school board is talking with the community about how and when to replace or renovate buildings and materials that no longer serve our students well. The board is considering a potential bond measure to be placed on the November 2018 ballot.

The school board wants to hear from community members about their views on priorities and how to proceed. No decisions have been made yet. 

Community forums have been scheduled in different locations across the district so community members may choose a convenient time and location. Spanish interpretation will be provided. The forum on March 8 will be held in Spanish and English interpretation will be provided. 

• Thursday, Feb. 22, 7–8:30 p.m., Kelly Middle School, 850 Howard Ave. (invite a friend) 
• Saturday, Feb. 24, 10–11:30 a.m., 4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St. (invite a friend) 
• Monday, Feb. 26, 7–8:30 p.m., Arts & Technology Academy, 1650 W. 22nd Ave. (invite a friend) 
• Thursday, March 1, 7–8:30 p.m., Cal Young Middle School, 2555 Gilham Rd. (invite a friend)
• SPANISH/ESPAÑOL: Thursday, March 8, 7:00–8:30 p.m., Howard Elementary School, 700 Howard Ave. (invite a friend)

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Lane County Invites Community to Weigh In: 3-Year Strategic Plan

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Gary Haliski

And from our friends at the county. If nothing else, take the survey.

Lane County Invites Community to Weigh In: 3-Year Strategic Plan

It’s a new year and in the spirit of new beginnings, Lane County is updating its three-year strategic plan for 2018-2021. The previous plan (2014-2017) was instrumental in focusing and guiding the work of Lane County during the past three years.

Community members are invited to take an online survey>> Responses are anonymous.

Lane County will be hosting work sessions with the Board of County Commissioners, as well as conducting a survey for employees.

The Strategic Planning webpage>> ( includes updates and additional opportunities to participate in the strategic planning process.)
The 2014-2017 strategic plan is available here>>

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Want to be on a city committee or board?

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Gary Haliski

From the city of Eugene:

Represent Our Community on Boards & Commissions 

Is there a particular issue in our city you care about? Do you have skills you’d like to contribute to making our city a better place to live for all? Apply for membership on a City board, committee or commission by March 31. Participation on a City advisory body is an excellent way to get involved in local government, and is an interesting and challenging experience that can truly make a difference. These committees have openings this year:

Community members who serve on Eugene’s boards and commissions provide an invaluable service by assisting the City Council and City staff with a wide variety of subjects and developing recommendations on important policy matters. Motivated volunteers who reflect the diverse backgrounds and interests of our community are needed to serve.

Apply today!

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New Officers & New LTD site plan update

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Gary Haliski

Changing of the Guard.

Former chair Jerry Finigan presided over more than 200 SCCO meetings. Kate Perle is our new chair and Rebecca Marx is our new vice chair.

New board officers were elected at the February 1 SCCO meeting.  After serving admirably as chair for over 200 SCCO meetings, Jerry Finigan will take on the secretary/treasurer duties of the SCCO.  Our new chair is Kate Perle and our new vice-chair is Rebecca Marx.

There certainly has been a ‘youth movement’ in the last two years among the board.  We welcome the energy and vision of our young newcomers and are glad our veteran board members are still attending meetings and providing input.  Here’s a list of board members.

LTC Transfer Site Plan

Kate Perle reported on a committee meeting with 3 planners from LTD to get an update from LTD and to impart Santa Clara concerns and priorities regarding this site.

LTD has decided to abandon their original PUD and will establish two separate ones. The first dedicated to the planning and construction of the bus station; the second one that would be negotiated with SCCO and the City to establish a community-friendly gathering space. The committee suggested to the planners that, as plans move forward, the community will be contacted and involved.

The revised map below shows the transit station in green (PUD 1).    As a reminder, here is a link to the original site plan which shows commercial buildings along River Road and housing in the northeast quadrant.

Click on image for larger view.


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