SCCO Board Meeting this Thursday, April 2: Join via video or phone

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Gary Haliski

There will be a board meeting this month rather than a general meeting. April is designated for a SCCO Executive Board meeting in order to organize and plan for the upcoming months. You can view the board meeting online.

SCCO January board meeting
Thursday, April 2 · 7:00 – 9:00pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wxv-tkqh-mcf
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 470-241-5300‬ PIN: ‪628 179 625‬#

Please consider becoming a board member. Elections will be in May.

Board meeting on Thursday-
Upcoming board elections in May…there will be seats to fill, so please run.  To be eligible, you must have attended and signed into a meeting in the last 12 months.  The board meeting on April 2 counts as a possible eligibility meeting, so please tune in via Google Meet video/phone and join us.

Other topics we’ll cover

  • vetting park and natural resource priorities for NPIC
  • signing up for SCCO tabling time at the May 2 Wildflower festival
  • park game nights this year?  Want to host one?
  • update on concert in the park for August
  • choosing a SCCO presentation to organize – we want to build capacity, which means sharing responsibility so Kate will no longer be arranging all the general meeting presentations.  Each board member will need to take on one yearly project. (Kate will help direct who to reach out to, and support when needed)

Put May 2nd on your calendar for the 15th Annual Wildflower Presentation.

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Help us reach our FOOD for Lane County Goal – $3,000

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Gary Haliski

We reached our $3,000 goal in each of our first two years supporting FFLC. Let’s make it three years in a row! All funds donated on this page go directly to Food for Lane County. For every dollar donated, Food for Lane County can access and distribute two meals. Please make your donation today to help us ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious food to live healthy and active lives. You can donate here.

Food for Lane County is an equal opportunity provider.

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YMCA looking at potential site in Santa Clara

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Gary Haliski

The YMCA is excited to share an important next step in the YMCA’s long-term planning—and they would love your input.

The YMCA is in the beginning stages of capital planning for two future locations—a Patterson Campus expansion (where the existing Tennis and Pickleball Center resides) and a potential future location in North Eugene. Either the lot by the current LTD station or the Santa Clara Community Park site.

The questions about your preference for where to locate a YMCA in Santa Clara are in the latter part of the survey. Here is a link to the survey.

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SCCO Meeting this Thursday, March 5

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Gary Haliski

SCCO March meeting
Thursday, March 5
7:00 – 9:00 pm
3280 River Road (Messiah Lutheran Church)

Topics:

  1. March SCCO will begin with a short presentation from the two EWEB commissioner candidates, 5 minutes each, then a short up to 5 minute Q and A
  2. Then a short presentation by Peter Simmeth of BEST sharing where they are on their work, providing recommendations to the City of Eugene about changes to the River Road corridor to make it safer for all modes of transport.
  3. Main presentation will be Kelly McIver (see below) for ESD 4J up to 45 minutes presentation and Q and A

Main presentation 

Understanding key developments in 4J over the last year. The district has a new, permanent superintendent, Dr. Miriam Mickelson, and she’s plunged into the deep end of leadership, facing a $30 million budget shortfall. The district faces major changes ahead. What is the general “state of the union” for 4J?  What are the impacts on schools in the River Road/Santa Clara area?  What is the plan for the future? 

Discussion with Kelly McIver, Director of Communications and Intergovernmental Relations for Eugene School District 4J.  

SCCO March meeting
Thursday, March 5 · 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ees-svhu-pxo
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 513-788-2792‬
PIN: ‪293 151 705‬#

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Navigation Center News

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Gary Haliski

From the Navigator Center February Newsletter:

Community Engagement

The Navigation Center remains committed to serving not only our unhoused neighbors but the broader Lane County community. To better support nearby residents and businesses, we have strengthened our coordination with several City of Eugene partners to help address trespassing, safety concerns, and crime reporting.

Our expanded partnerships now include the Public Space Team from the Planning and Development Department, the City of Eugene Business Liaison, the EPD Community Engagement Team, and the Housing and Homeless Strategist from the Eugene Chamber of Commerce and ACT Now Lane.

These collaborations have provided valuable insight as we refine program policies and deepen our community engagement efforts, ensuring that both our residents and our neighbors feel heard, supported, and safe.

Another positive highlight is the success of our Resident Volunteer Program. This initiative empowers Navigation Center residents to take responsibility for both their environment and the broader community. Resident volunteers routinely pick up litter in the surrounding neighborhood and use their connections to help deter trespassing on nearby properties. Their efforts have made a noticeable difference and reflect their commitment to offsetting the impacts of homelessness on the local area.

Upcoming Events

Community Advisory Committee: Tuesday 4/14 11:00 am

We welcome neighboring businesses and residents in the River Road area to join us for updates, conversation, and collaboration. This meeting is an opportunity to get to know our team, learn about ongoing efforts, and work together on solutions addressing homelessness in Lane County.

Open House: Wednesday 4/15 3:00pm

We will also be hosting an open house featuring visits from local and state elected officials.
Guests will have the opportunity to tour our facility, meet our team, and learn more about the impactful work happening at the Navigation Center and through our community partnerships.

For more information about the River Avenue Navigation Center, visit their website at https://www.esslanecounty.com/river-avenue-navigation-center

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