The Eugene Juneteenth Celebration is short on volunteers, and have a particular need for parking support. They are seeking a few key supplies as well. Please consider volunteering for this event, which is very important to Black community members in this region.
WHERE : Alton Baker Park WHEN: Saturday June 19, 2021 12 pm-8 pm COST: $Free$ with donations encouraged
Hereis an easy to use link to sign up to help: Sign Up
The weather is going to be beautiful this weekend. We hope you can help. If not, please plan on attending the Juneteenth Celebration. The event will be entertaining and educational.
This summer’s issue is packed with the latest news, project updates and the many ways you can enjoy our great parks. Read the story of a local woman who visited every one of our 100+ parks and natural areas during the COVID-19 shutdown. Take a look and see what’s happening in our neighborhood.
There is currently a survey with the possibility of winning $100.
Several of our SCCO members have taken the Bystander/Upstander Training. If you have ever witnessed a situation where someone is being harassed, but you don’t know what to do – this is the training for you.
Take the 2-part class on June 17 and 24, or August 11 & 18 – 90 minute online class – Register HERE
Learn and practice how to intervene when someone is being harassed in a hateful way-without escalating the situation. These workshops include lecture, video, demonstration, and breakout room scenarios. Experienced teachers lead this training where you will learn and practice several ways to effectively support a person who is being bullied.
Some of the skills you will learn about and practice include:
Being an active witness
How to engage with and support the targeted person
Ways to distract the harasser
How to involve others who can help
De-escalating the situation
The necessity of and strategies for “after-care”
Broader involvement in work for social justice
Sponsored by the Sanctuary Committee of Temple Beth Israel and the Springfield/Eugene chapter of SURJ–Showing up for Racial Justice.
Please email Judy Boles at judy.boles@comcast.net with questions or to see about future classes.
There is still an extreme shortage of donated blood. You can help out by signing up for the pop-up blood donation location in Santa Clara next Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.
The part-time positions support the Police Auditor in providing independent, external oversight of investigations of complaints involving police employees. This may include receiving complaints; monitoring or participating in internal investigations to ensure objective, thorough, and high-quality investigations; preparing reports on complaint trends and police practices. The Associate Police Auditor assists the Police Auditor in providing staff support to the Civilian Review Board appointed by the City Council.
This position is characterized by the Associate Police Auditor’s ability to enable the Police Auditor in providing fair and objective oversight of the police complaint process, building credibility among diverse audiences, and instilling public confidence in the complaint system. The responsibilities of both Associate Police Auditors are broad in scope and require the highest degree of professional, independent judgment, personal integrity, and accountability. The Associate Police Auditors perform work that is highly complex, and often involves sensitive and confidential issues.
Compensation: $30.57-$39.55 (Hourly)
Applications are only accepted online, and the deadline to apply is Monday, June 14, 2021 at 5:00 pm PDT
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday: 20 – 30 hours per week. Evening meetings required.
**This posting is for two (2) limited duration positions. The positions are projected to last 12 months but may be extended per business need.
Visit eugene-or.gov/Jobs for full job announcement including qualifications and requirements, benefits information, and to apply.
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