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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Open Garden at Tim & Deneen’s

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Tim Foelker

Save the date: Sunday, February 18th, 2018, 11:00- 4:00
4792 Herman Street, Eugene (N. Santa Clara)
(514) 689-8897

It’s time to cap-off the hugelkulture base that we built up last summer. Now that spring is nigh and the base wood well wetted over the winter, we’re going to pile on layers of soil, compost, straw (and even mushroom spawn), then plant some legumes. Everyone is welcome to visit our Open Garden whether or not you choose to participate in the build. There should be some urban permaculture folks present to spread some knowledge. And there’s likely to be live music on the “Back Porch,” as well. Refreshments, food, and all tools will be provided. Come and join the fun.

“Hugelkultur are no-dig raised beds with a difference. They hold moisture, build fertility, maximize surface volume and are great spaces for growing fruit, vegetables and herbs. Hugelkultur, pronounced Hoo-gul-culture, means hill culture or hill mound.”

Learn more at: https://www.permaculture.co.uk/articles/many-benefits-hugelkultur

Hugelkulture base

Hugelkulture base with soil for capping

Hugelkulture base with soil for capping

 

 

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Community Garden clean up and Compost build- Thursday, 2/15, 2 pm

Posted on February 11, 2018 by Gary Haliski

Santa Clara Gardeners, you are invited to come out on Thursday afternoon (2/15, 2 pm) and clean up your garden bed, mulch it, and compost some of the materials we have been collecting.  The pile of leaves are for mulching.  We will discuss how we are changing the composting process at the garden.  We will have several more composting workshops in coming months.  The garden is located behind St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 4110 River Road (map).

Existing plot members.  You may renew your garden plot for the coming year by sending a check made out to Santa Clara Community Organization (SCCO) for $60.00.  Please let me know if you would like to make other arrangements, or if you are not planning to continue gardening in your plot.  My email is: thurstop@gmail.com .

The check may be sent to: Peter Thurston, 446 Blackfoot Ave., Eugene, OR  97404.

Happy gardening,

Peter

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