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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife - Cascade Head Marine Reserve:

Our first guest speaker was Kelsey Adkisson from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Marine Reserves Program.  Kelsey is responsible for developing strategies to translate complex scientific information to constituents engaged in marine issues.   She has a background in policy, research, journalism and graphic design.  Prior to joining the Marine Reserves team, she worked in natural resource policy, including a fellowship with the Oregon Governor’s Office. Kelsey holds a MS in Biology and has been a freelance graphic designer and photographer.

Kelsey shared extensive hand-outs and slides.  The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife oversees the five marine reserves located along the Oregon coast: Cape Falcon, Cascade Head, Otter Rock, Cape Perpetua, and Redfish Rocks.  They are all within three nautical miles from shore and are each named after the nearest major geological feature. 

Cascade Head, our “backyard,” covers 9.6 square miles of ocean, and the surrounding three Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) include another 23.1 square miles.  Much of the land around Cascade Head and the Salmon River is protected.  The areas contain many marine habitats such as seabird nesting sites, and the Siletz Reef is home to a wide variety of ground-fish species.  

Marine Reserves are dedicated to conservation and scientific research.  Removal of sea life and any use of fishing gear is prohibited.  MPAs are somewhat less restrictive (see graphic above)

Interested people are encouraged to check the website or call the ODFW Newport office: 541-867-4741. 

As a follow-up, Kelsey provided a LOT of great information about the Marine Reserves Program.  Here is a list:

• Marine Reserves News
• Video and Photo's from the Marine Reserves
• There's More Beneath the Surface (with stats and hikes) pertaining to Cascade Head
• YouTube Video's about the Reserves
  • Scuba Video is great (Black Rockfish are abundant)
• What is a Marine Reserve (pdf)
• Cascade Head Marine Reserve and MPA - fishing restrictions (pdf)
• Cascade Head Marine Reserves Management Plan (2017) ... extensive (pdf)
  • Siletz Reef - Offshore, from the Roads End headland down to Government Point, is the Siletz Reef complex. This is a nearshore rocky reef that spans approximately 71 km2, extending offshore two to three miles and to depths up to 50 meters. 

Kelsey said the public’s help is needed; she encouraged anyone seeing a violation/possible violation to call the Oregon State Police Tip Line: 1-800-452-7888.  

Kelsey’s contact information: 541-867-7701 ext. 224; kelsey.I.adkisson@state.or.us.

Cascade Head Biosphere:

Our second presenter was Paul Robertson with a short discussion about the Cascade Head Biosphere.  Paul received his Masters of Science from Imperial College London in Environmental Diagnosis.  He owns Robertson Environmental in Lincoln City.

The Cascade Head Biosphere Reserve’s (CHBR) diverse ecosystem includes:

• 7 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline with a recently added marine reserve and major coastal prairie headlands jutting out to sea.
• A littoral sand spit, dune and beach pine complex.
• The Salmon River, and its recently restored estuary, providing critical staging areas for upstream spawning migrations of anadromous fish and rearing areas for juveniles and smolts.
• A community of several thousand humans living in both rural and city environments.

There are over 700 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in the world, 29 in the United States, and only 4 remaining on the west coast.  Biosphere Reserves work to improve human livelihoods while safeguarding natural ecosystems.

Paul will be invited back for a more in-depth presentation about the program.

Paul’s contact information:  Paul@Robertsonenvironmental.com and 541-921-4969.

Neighborhood Watch:

Marie and her committee have been moving forward with the organization of Neighborhood Watch in Roads End.  She reminded us of what Neighborhood Watch is – a program which encourages participants to look out for each other and their neighborhood, and what it is NOT – a vigilante force working outside local law enforcement.  

Currently the group is recruiting Block Captains, people who volunteer to be contact points in specific areas of the neighborhood.  They gather Family Data Sheets, put together a Block Map and Telephone Tree, and redistribute the information to all neighbors involved.  

Marie announced that Neighborhood Watch programs are being started in the Cutler City and Nelscott areas of Lincoln City, and they are looking to our program for guidance.  She also stated that the City has ordered new Neighborhood Watch signs and will be installing them soon.  

She encouraged all of us to observe, recognize, and report by making a phone call:

• Emergency: 911;
• Non-Emergency/suspicious activity: 541-994-3636 (LCPD non-emergency number).  

If anyone wants more information or is interested in volunteering in the program, call Marie, 425-785-8333, or email her at mcfarland_marie@hotmail.com.

Solve Beach Clean-Up - Sept 21st:

Janet announced that the next SOLVE Beach Clean-Up at Roads End State Park will be Saturday, September 21, 9 AM.  Marie and Alethia Ward are Beach Captains.  

SOLVE is in the process of phasing out their plastic collection bags and are exploring alternatives.  

Mini Pet Mart is working with SOLVE to collect and reuse clean, large (8lbs or more is ideal), dog food bags for the beach clean-up.  LoRee Lafon at the Lincoln City Community Center is also collecting clean, used, large dog food bags.  Drop yours off at either location.

For now, volunteers are asked to bring their own collection bags on Saturday to supplement those provided by SOLVE.

• City Government News – City Councilor Diana Hinton reported that city take-over of Logan Road from the County is moving forward as work on the culvert project is progressing.  

• REIA’s Public Policy Committee is looking for another member to join the committee.  Talk with Janet Knipe if you are interested.  janet.knipe@gmail.com
   
• David Jamieson (Board Member) announced that the Great Oregon Shake-Out will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2019 (10-17-19) at 10:17 AM.  To register, or for more information, visit their website.  Find information about preparedness including recommended safety actions and a LOT more.  Excellent Resource.
   
• David also mentioned the upcoming North Lincoln County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) fund raiser from 5PM to 7PM on Saturday, September 28th at St. Peter the Fisherman Lutheran Church (1226 SW 13th St., Lincoln City).  More information available here about the event.
   
• Patti Kroen, in her capacity as City Planning Commission Chair, stated that there will be a public hearing on Tuesday, September 17, 6 PM, before the commission regarding land use designation for an area known as ”The Villages at Cascade Head,” and invited anyone interested to attend.   Replay video available here.
   
• David also announced that member REIA Gae Linfoot will speak about human trafficking in Lincoln County on Sunday, September 22, 6:30 PM, Chapel by the Sea (2125 SE Lee Ave., Lincoln City).
   
• Next REIA General Meeting is Saturday, October 12th.  Captain Jim Kusz of North Lincoln Fire and Rescue will discuss three subjects ... and take your questions:
   
  • Remodel of the Bob Everest Fire Station - benefits to the fire fighters, administrative staff and community ... as it should be getting close to completion!
  • What's new in Emergency Preparedness for our area, planning, personal responsibility, neighborhood guidance, relevant city investments (e.g. emergency caches),etc
  • Property safety - what can homeowners do to reduce the chance of fire in their homes, yards, etc.  Or to make a disaster "less worse."  
     
• Check out the REIA Blog on the website for current stories about the neighborhood or relevant to Roads End'ers.

Emergency Preparedness Tips:

Stock up on supplies!  The more we have the more there is to go around.

1. Reminder to stock up on food with a long shelf life.  Many people like the quality of products provided by Thrive Life.  Amber Fox is the local representative.  Contact her at: alfoxie@hotmail.com.  541-921-7057.  Bruce Polvi's business in Lincoln City (Lincoln City Sporting Goods) also carries a wide selection of freeze dried and long shelf life products.  Stop by  ... the store is located next to Burger King and in the same building (Mid City Plaza) as America's Mattress.
    
2. Reminder to buy a GoBag for each family member.  The American Red Cross offers them here or shop locally at Lincoln City Sporting Goods.  Get a 10% discount by mentioning you live in Roads End.  Bruce Polvi owns the store and offers the discount.
    
3. Planning -- family plan, communications plan, evacuation plan ... plan and discuss the plan and make others aware of the plan.  Great resource here.
    
4. Pets - reminder to consider your pets in all preparedness planning.  Make a special GoBag for your pet(s).  Or just buy one here.  

9/19  - With the Ukulele All-Stars live at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. 6:30 - 9 PM. Tickets $22. FMI LincolnCity-CulturalCenter.org or 541-994-9994.  Full Heart Productions presents Tunes in the Dunes IX, featuring the Ukulele All Stars in a benefit concert for Westwind. This year’s lineup includes Nicole and Aaron Keim, Casey Macgill, Steven Espaniola, Kate Power & Steve Einhorn, along with Andy Andrews, Bryan Holley and the Hood River Quadrio. They’re all here for the Tunes in the Dunes ukulele camp held over the weekend at Westwind, but they’re coming “into town” to play for you! Doors will open at 6:30 pm. There will be an audience singalong from 6:40 to 7, followed by the concert from 7 to 9. It’s an evening of joyful ukulele music, with all proceeds going to the Westwind Stewardship Group. Tickets are $22 (LCCC membership discounts do not apply).

9/20 - Bird Watching Clinic at Hostetler Park. 9 AM. Enjoy 2 hours of birding along D River and Devil’s Lake State Park.FMI call 541-996-1274 or visit ExploreLincolnCity.com.

9/20 - Sip With a Sommelier at Black Squid Beer House. 6:30 PM - 8 PM. 21+. FMI BlackSquidBeerHouse.com.  If you like wine tasting, and enjoy some back story and history with your wine, look no further! Take a mini tour of Northern Rhone France, and Washington State, with two tastes each of Viognier and Syrah- comparing the French and Domestic styles. $10 each tasting. Great wine. Good times. Dog friendly. BYOF= Bring Your Own Food.

9/21 - Saturday Morning Cinema: Fallen Idol (1948) at Bijou Theatre. $3. FMI call 541-994-8255 or visit CinemaLovers.com.  A butler working in a foreign embassy in London falls under suspicion when his wife accidentally falls to her death, the only witness being an impressionable young boy. Sir Ralph Richardson stars.

9/21 - Annual Depoe Bay Salmon Bake in Depoe Bay. 11 AM – 4 PM. The Indian-Style Salmon Bake and related festivities will take place at the Depoe Bay City Park.  FMI visit DepoeBayChamber.com

9/21 - WWII on the Oregon Coast Program at North Lincoln County Historical Museum. 2 PM.  FMI call 541-996-6614 or visit NorthLincolnCountyHistoricalMuseum.org.  Joann Kangiser Schneider and Mick McLean will give a presentation about WWII on the Oregon Coast. There will be a slide-show, and they will lead discussions and encourage stories about “dim outs," rationing cards, coast patrols, and more about North Lincoln County during World War II. Joann (Taft High School '47) will share her personal experiences and those of her four brothers and future husband "Red" Schneider, who all joined the war effort. Mick will describe how two regions a sea apart prepared for invasion; Lincolnshire England after the fall of Dunkirk and Lincoln County, Oregon, after Pearl Harbor. "Both counties felt the threat of invasion was real," Mick explained. This program will take place during Celebration of Honor Week.

9/21 - “Her Light Escape" Live at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. 7 - 9 PM. Tickets $25. FMI LincolnCity-CulturalCenter.org or 541-994-9994. “Her Light Escape,” a program of art song in English for soprano and piano that mirrors the cyclical nature of the changing seasons, performed by the Spire Duo, Emma Rose Lynn. The program begins with the changing colors and falling leaves of autumn, ventures through the harsh elements and episodic slumps of the winter, rejoices in the burgeoning of new life in the spring, and finally arrives in the welcome quietude of a warm summer, reflecting on both sentimental moments of the past as well as life’s present beauty. The words of master poets such as Emily Dickinson, W. H. Auden, and Robert Louis Stevenson capture the joy, dejection, wonder, and renewal of a year in a life well-lived through the music of composers such as Benjamin Britten, André Previn, Dominick Argento, and more.“Her Light Escape” is the first concert in the LCCC’s new 2019/20 Vocal Arts Series. Tickets are $25 general, $23 for seniors ages 60 and up, and $12 for youth ages 18 and under.

REIA Board of Directors.