Videos posted from January 4 SCCO meeting

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Gary Haliski

The quarterly Social Justice Committee presentation was the featured portion of the January 4 meeting – Mobility International USA. This is especially good to view if you have friends or relatives who are mobility impaired. Here is a link to the video.

Mobility international

There is also a video with committee reports and a general discussion about ideas for new events in Santa Clara that could be sponsored by the SCCO. There are a lot of interesting ideas. If you would like to help or have other ideas, let us know by emailing us at contact@santaclaracommunity.org. Here’s the link to the Committee Reports video.

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CERT in-person training March 12th

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Gary Haliski

The CERT Basic Training program is a hybrid course with an initial online class, and then three in-person classes.

The first step:  Obtain your FEMA Student Identification (SID) number

To reduce the risk of identity theft, FEMA, the National Fire Academy (NFA), and the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) are eliminating the use of the Social Security Number (SSN), where possible when applying for training.
FEMA has implemented the use of a Student Identification (SID) number. You will be required to obtain and use the SID in applying for NFA or EMI courses. This number will be used in place of the SSN on your application.

Read more on how to obtain your SID  https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid

The second step: complete the online portion of the course.
Here is the link https://cert.hazready.com/CourseCatalog
Be sure to scroll down and click on the course titled: ONLINE TRAINING – CERT 2021 en. Then click on the REGISTER button.

The third step:  Once you finish the online portion of the course, you will need to forward your completion certificate to me, Tracy Baier, at: TBAIER1@amfam.com.
That certificate will be your key to registration for the in-person training.

The fourth step:  Register online for the class at https://eugene-cert.com/cert-basic-training
That will reserve your seat for the class.


The next public in-person class is the evening of March 12th and 14th, with the Final Drill on March 16th.
Another class is planned for Fall of 2024.

Learn about upcoming monthly classes on our webpage https://eugene-cert.com/calendar

You may also join our Facebook Page to view posts for other local events, information, and education links.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email Tracy Baier at: TBAIER1@amfam.com.

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Christmas Tree Pick-Up Fundraiser for Troop 182 Through January 28th

Posted on January 5, 2024 by Gary Haliski

Here’s a reminder that Troop 182 is scheduling Christmas Tree pickups now through January 28th. This is their main fundraiser for the year. You can schedule your tree pickup at www.trees182.com . You can also email  boyscouttroop182@gmail.com or text 541-514-2987 if you prefer direct communication.

Troop 182 is very active in the community, including supporting the SCCO with the Food For Lane County Food Drive, maintenance at Awbrey Park, and helping at both our spring Wildflower Celebration and summer concert.

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Join a City Board or Commission – Applications due by Wednesday, January 31st

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Gary Haliski

Applications are being taken for several City of Eugene Boards and Commissions. We’ve had some interest at SCCO meetings about figuring out how to work with our local law enforcement agencies. There are six openings on the Police Commission. Having a Santa Clara resident on the Police Commission might be a good start to strengthening our relationship with law enforcement.

Please take a look at the various Commissions and Boards to see if you are interested. Applicationss should be submmitted online at www.eugene-or.gov/bcc
For additional information on boards, committees and commissions, please call the City Manager’s Office at 541-682-5010.

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LTD System Review Survey due by February 16

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Gary Haliski

LTD is conducting a system review to determine what works best for the community and the best use of its resources.  The first phase is an online survey tool that encourages the community to provide their input on what they would like to see for their service.  LTD wants to hear from all voices in our community and is asking for your help.

LTD System Review

Complete the Interactive Design Your Own Service Survey by February 16

LTD is beginning to build back service while recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. We can’t do everything at once, but we want to know what your top priorities are for improving service. This is where we need your help! The Design Your Service Survey allows you to select potential improvements that you think will help make LTD work better for you. Do you want more frequent transit service? Or earlier or later service on a particular day of the week? Or would you like to see LTD invest in on-demand services or better infrastructure? What is most important for you? This survey is your chance to get involved and share feedback with us to improve LTD service!

 Complete the survey at LTDSystemReview.org by February 16 for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards.

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