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Parks & Recreation Open House for new Sandcastle Playground design at Regatta Park

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Parks & Recreation Open House for new Sandcastle Playground design at Regatta Park
Time to say goodbye to the existing structure

Lincoln City Parks & Recreation (LCP&R) has announced a public “open house” for a new Sandcastle Playground to be built in Regatta Park.

The event launches the development, planning and conceptual design of a new ADA compliant playground in Regatta Park.

The public is invited to come Saturday, May 25th from 10a.m. until 12p.m., at the current Sandcastle Playground location in Regatta Park, 2700 NE 14th St in Lincoln City.


34 years old and time to retire

The current Sandcastle Playground was built with community assistance and volunteers in 1992 and quickly became the most popular park attraction in Lincoln City. It is still extremely popular today even after 34 years. 

In 2016, an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) play area was constructed next to the  original Sandcastle. This play area utilizes an ADA-compliant rubber play surface, including rubber mulch from recycled tires and synthetic turf. The new Sandcastle Playground is also planned to have an ADA rubberized and synthetic surface.

During routine preparation for continued Sandcastle repair, LCP&R hired a company to do an assessment of the playground structure.  What they discovered was, after 32 years of use despite having been very well cared for, this much-loved playground has reached the end of its useful life and must be replaced.

Open House scheduled for public ideas

The original materials used in the playground were pressure treated wood and were found to be 10+ years beyond its intended life span. With continued drainage and material issues, and needs for improved ADA accessibility, LCP&R wants to focus on replacing this playground as a whole with a new one, pending important public input.

According to Jeanne Sprague, LCP&R Director, 

“Everyone loves the Sandcastle Playground, especially its design. It was built by our community volunteers in 1992, and generations of families have played there. As we move forward with the Sandcastle replacement project, we want the public to meet our playground design team, we want to hear what they love about the existing Sandcastle Playground and what types of play elements they would like to see in the new playground, and which overall theme they prefer.”



Community engagement is a vital part of the design process for the new Sandcastle Playground. At this Open House, the design-build team led by K&E Excavating, DOWL Engineering, and Understory Landscape Architecture, along with Parks & Recreation staff and Advisory Board, will be gathering feedback from the public. There will also be an option for an online survey for public not able to attend the Open House.



LCP&R is planning for the new Sandcastle playground construction to occur in 2025.

Sprague continued, “Our focus right now is public input on the new Sandcastle playground. Once we hear what our community wants, we’ll then move forward with final design and construction. We invite all to be involved with the design.”



For continued updates on the Sandcastle Playground development in Lincoln City, see: https://www.lincolncity.org/departments/parks-recreation

Oregonians have just one year left to get Real-ID compliant

Don Williams
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Oregonians have just one year left to get Real-ID compliant



Planning to travel on an airline? Best check your ID.

If you don’t have Real ID yet, you should consider adding it to your license or ID card at Oregon DMV.

Starting May 7, 2025, all travelers must have a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card, or other approved identification, to pass through security checkpoints at airports.

A standard Oregon card will not be acceptable by the Transportation Security Administration.

Oregonians can travel by air after the deadline if they have a DMV-issued Real ID, a passport, or any of the documents listed here. If you don’t have Real ID yet, we recommend visiting a DMV office soon to apply for one.

Before you go to DMV, make sure you have all the documents you need for Real ID with the online questionnaire — click “Determine my Real ID documents” in the Real ID Help section.

The deadline is a year away. Do you need to apply for Real ID now?

It’s a good idea. If your old card expires before the Real ID deadline, to save time and extra fees, ODOT suggests you upgrade to a Real ID-compliant card. You can renew up to one year before your expiration date.

Oregon credentials are valid for up to eight years.

If you upgrade to Real ID at renewal time, you won’t have to come back to DMV and pay another fee to get Real ID before you travel. And if you know you will travel by air before you’re up for renewal, make a plan now to get Real ID before you go.

Apply for Real ID to avoid the inevitable rush before the May 2025 deadline. 


It can take extra time and multiple steps to get a Real ID, so it’s important to plan how to get it before you need it. Here’s what is recommended to do to avoid being turned away by airport security after May 7, 2025:

ODOT suggests making a plan. What type of ID you need? How long it will take to get it?

If you already have a passport, that will serve as compliant identification.

If you choose to get a Real ID (it’s okay to carry both), Oregon DMV will need to inspect your application and identity documents in person at a DMV office. It can take up to two weeks to process, verify and issue your new card. Passports may take even longer to obtain, so it’s critical to plan out the steps you need to take to get Real ID before you travel.

Gather your documents. Many types of documents can be used to verify your identity. Fill use our “Determine my Real ID documents” tool under Real ID Help to find out which documents will work for you. The website tool will help you make a checklist of documents you need so you can gather them before you visit a DMV office.

Make an appointment or visit a DMV office with your documents. They will verify your identity and address, scan your documents, and take your photo. It takes about two weeks after you apply to receive your card in the mail. Note that you cannot get a Real ID by renewing or replacing your credential online; staff must inspect your documents in person. There is a $30 fee for the Real ID option in addition to the regular application, replacement or renewal fee.

About Real ID

Passed by Congress in 2005, the REAL ID Act was a 9/11 Commission recommendation that the Federal Government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” The Act established minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards and prohibits certain federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards. These purposes are:

Boarding federally regulated commercial aircraft.
Accessing certain federal facilities.
Entering nuclear power plants.
Learn more

Learn more about Real ID in Oregon and make your own checklist of documents you need to apply at Oregon.gov/RealID.

Find out what other types of ID the Transportation Security Administration will accept at airports at TSA.gov.

Learn more about federal requirements for Real ID at dhs.gov/real-id.

Oregon Coast Economic Summit Returns to Lincoln City on May 8

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Oregon Coast Economic Summit Returns to Lincoln City on May 8

On Wednesday, May 8, the Oregon Coast Economic Summit will be hosted at the Chinook Winds Casino Resort in Lincoln City for a day of networking, learning, and collaboration. This in-person event will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to discuss the economic opportunities and challenges facing the Oregon Coast region.

Oregon Coast Economic Summit

Chinook Winds Casino Resort

Wednesday May 8, 7am-7pm

Free Admission with Online Registration

Statewide trails Advisor Committee Seeks New members

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Statewide trails Advisor Committee Seeks New members

oregon state parksNews Release from Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept.

 

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking a volunteer to serve as the Hiking Representative on the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants Advisory Committee.

The ten-member committee evaluates grant proposals for statewide trail projects. The committee meets once or twice a year, virtually or at locations throughout the state.

The time commitment varies and includes reviewing and evaluating 25 to 40 grant applications per year. Committee members serve three-year terms and are eligible to serve a second term.

Ideal candidates for representing the interest of hikers can live anywhere in Oregon with experience in at least one of the following areas:

  • Land management
  • Recreation planning
  • Trail planning or design
  • Recreation related volunteerism
  • Trail enthusiast who is uniquely qualified to evaluate statewide project proposals through other experience and involvement.

Strong candidates may also demonstrate an awareness of statewide recreational trail needs, other broad recreational issues, and the importance of providing equitable, inclusive and accessible recreational opportunities.

Those interested in serving must submit an RTP advisory committee interest form by June 30, 2024. The form is available online: https://form.jotform.com/232364818278162

The competitive grant program is funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration and administered by OPRD. Grants are awarded to non-profits and governments for motorized and non-motorized trail projects, including building new trails, improving existing trails and developing or improving trail facilities.

For more information about the advisory committee or application process, contact Jodi Bellefeuille, program coordinator, at [email protected] or 503-856-6316.

In support of Measure 21-224

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In support of Measure 21-224

I am writing in support of measure 21–224, which would renew the levy for Oregon Coast Community College.
If passed, this measure would renew the college levy at the current rate, meaning NO INCREASE IN TAX RATE for Lincoln County property owners.
But the benefits for Lincoln County would be enormous. Funds from this bond, coupled with an $8 million match from the state, would allow the college to build a state-of-the-art trades education center at its Newport campus. This dedicated trades education center would work in partnership with existing resources such as Angell Job Corps and union apprenticeship programs to provide much-needed technical education for people of all ages in our county.
Funds from the measure would also allow the college to update and improve its existing buildings in Newport, Lincoln City and Waldport to meet current educational needs and improve community disaster preparedness.
As a Lincoln County homeowner, this bond currently costs me just 58 cents per week. I see renewing this investment as tremendous value for the benefits it would bring.
Please join me in voting YES on 21–224.

Yours sincerely,

 

Patrick Alexander

Lincoln City

Kendall Kurtis Koffel

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Kendall Kurtis Koffel
Kendall Koffel

Kendall left behind his mother Carol, brother Kevin, sister Kayreen and son Kurtis. He had many friends in the Hillsboro area where he lived until he was diagnosed with terminal cancer Dec.2022. He then came to live with his mother in Lincoln City. Kendall was a laser technician for over 20 years in Beaverton. He enjoyed watching his favorite sports teams The Las Vegas Raiders and the Oakland Athletics. He also was a great cook, treating his many friends to home cooked meals and large barbeque meals at his home. Kendall is resting with an ocean view at Batemans mortuary in Newport. A celebration of life will be held July 27 at his previous home in Hillsboro.

Create defensible space month for wildfire awareness month

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Create defensible space month for wildfire awareness month

News Release from Oregon State Fire Marshal:

May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and the Oregon State Fire Marshal is encouraging all Oregonians to get prepared for the upcoming wildfire season. Creating defensible space is one of the most important things you can do to protect your home and increase the chances it will survive a wildfire.

The OSFM offers free defensible space assessments to Oregonians who want to start creating defensible space or those who want to optimize their current plan. For a limited time, people living in select areas of the state may be eligible for a $250 payment after receiving an assessment. Request an assessment and read more details at www.oregondefensiblespace.org. 

“Creating defensible space might feel overwhelming but taking it one project at a time can go a long way in protecting your home,” Oregon State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said. “May is a great time to tackle these projects before the heat of summer arrives.”

A few projects you can consider this month include: 

  • Space and prune trees.
  • Remove leaves, needles, wood, bark mulch, and other debris from within 100 feet of buildings or to the property line. 
  • Remove leaves, needles, and other debris from roofs and gutters.
  • Move flammable material away from the outside of your home, including mulch, flammable plants, leaves, and needles.  
  • Prevent plants from growing directly under the eaves; a minimum of five feet away is recommended. 
  • Keep firewood piles and lumber at least 30 feet from any structure. 
  • Maintain the plants in your yard. Clean out old leaves or pine needles from your plants and prune away dead parts.  

For a detailed guide on how to create defensible space at your home, click here.

When creating defensible space, you may have debris to get rid of. The OSFM suggests chipping, composting, or recycling it. If you must burn the debris, follow all local burning restrictions and be safe when using fire. Escaped debris burns are the number one cause of human-sparked fires in Oregon. 

During Wildfire Awareness Month, the OSFM, along with our partners, is encouraging, empowering, and informing Oregonians to help prevent and prepare for wildfire. For more resources and information, visit the OSFM’s Wildfire Awareness Month webpage.

Local Christian quilters help first responders spread warmth

Cary Moore
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Local Christian quilters help first responders spread warmth

“God is so good” ministry quilt collection

On May third, members of the Lincoln City Church of the Nazarene donated 42 handmade quilts to first responders of the Lincoln City Police and North Lincoln Fire and Rescue.

According to Nazarene church pastor Kelli Westmark, “These quilts are gifts to the police and fire departments to comfort kids in time of crisis.”
42 handmade quilts were handed over.  The quilts were made by a Nazarene church ministry of 10-12 quilters known as “God is Sew Good.”  Said one ministry member, “We are always looking for more quilters, no experience necessary!”

Church of the Nazarene donated quilts to first responders

Officers Folmar and Winn accepted the quilts on behalf of the police department saying, “The kids love the quilts.  They are comforting.  The quilts are sometimes given out at domestic disputes that require involved children to come into the police station. Many times kids are in the station all day.  Or they are given to the kids at auto accidents who are pretty shaken up. The quilts are calming for them.”

Lincoln City first responders

From the Lincoln City Police Department’s Facebook post, “Thank you to the members of the Lincoln City Church of the Nazarene for donating these beautiful, hand-stitched quilts to LCPD and North Lincoln Fire Rescue to provide comfort to children during traumatic incidents. We are truly grateful for your thoughtfulness and generosity.”

For more information contact the Lincoln City Church of the Nazarene

Vote Yes for Trades Training

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Vote Yes for Trades Training

This May, Lincoln County voters have an opportunity to have a Trades Education facility that will train local community members for in-demand, well-paying and transportable careers for today’s and tomorrow’s workforce.

Why vote yes?

**Constructs a building that serves the entire community in trades training. (Angell Job Corps in Yachats does an excellent job in serving the group of students it is charged with serving–18 to 24 year old individuals, predominantly from lower income backgrounds–but it cannot serve our general public.)

**Leverages additional funding for trades programs from federal, state and private sources.

**Assists the College in working in partnership with existing trades organizations, Lincoln County School District, Samaritan Health District, Georgia Pacific, Lincoln County, Ports and Cities as well as the Hatfield Marine Science Center.

**Upon passage, the State will provide an $8 million dollar match.

**Does not raise taxes–continues with the same level of support as the expiring bond.

**Upgrades safety and technological infrastructure to current demands.

**College has a history of providing buildings on-time and under-budget.

Check out the Letters of Support in the Voters Pamphlet:
https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/DocumentCenter/View/5250/May-21-2024-Lincoln-County-Voters-Pamphlet

Still on the fence? Get the facts.

Details on the Oregon Coast Community College Bond Measure are available at https://oregoncoast.edu/ocatt

Vote Yes on OCCC Trades Measure 21-224!

Pat O’Connor
Co-Chair, Friends of OCCC
Past President of OCCC

Local philanthropist Jon Oksenholt makes $100,000 donation to school

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Local philanthropist Jon Oksenholt makes $100,000 donation to school
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School principal John McCombs, VP of Oksenholt Capital Jordan Grant and LCCS Board Chairman Dr. Albert Thompson

(Press release)  “Lincoln City Christian School (LCCS) is thrilled to announce a transformative $100,000 donation from alumnus Jon Oksenholt.

Mr. Oksenholt, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, attended LCCS from first grade through high school and has remained a strong supporter of the school ever since. “LCCS provided me with a strong foundation of Christian values and academic excellence,” said Mr. Oksenholt.

“I am incredibly grateful for the education I received, and I’m honored to be able to give back to the school that has shaped me into the person I am today.”

“Mr. Oksenholt’s generosity is a powerful testament to the lasting impact that LCCS has on its students,” said John McCombs, Principal of Lincoln City Christian School. “This gift will empower us to significantly enhance the educational experience for current and future LCCS students. His generosity will have a significant impact on three key areas of our program: financial assistance, program enrichment, and funding for continuing school advancement. These critical focuses will continue to provide excellent education for our students and build for a stable future.”

Lincoln City Christian School 2126 NE Surf Ave Lincoln City, OR

We are grateful for Jon’s visionary investment in LCSS. His leadership and philanthropic spirit inspire others to consider how they can contribute to shaping the future of LCCS,” states Board Chair Dr. Albert Thompson. “Stories like his have the power to ignite a chain reaction of generosity, ensuring that LCSS continues to provide an exceptional education grounded in strong Christian values.”

Lincoln City Christian School is a private, co-educational Christian school serving students in grades K-8. We offer a strong academic program rooted in Christian values. We foster intellectual growth, character development, and a lifelong love of learning in a nurturing and supportive environment. Our students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and a commitment to service for others in our community and elsewhere.

Mr. Oksenholt’s entrepreneurial ventures include Oksenholt Capital Real Estate Partners, a leading real estate investment firm, and Meredith Hospitality Brands Inc., a prominent hospitality and vacation rental group of companies. Both organizations have played an important role in Oregon’s economic growth.

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