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Restorations, Redevelopment, and New Development Along Front Street
It is exciting to watch as the Front Street area is rejuvenated! There is certainly a diversity of projects underway, starting with the restoration of the century old Coos Bay Iron Works building. Below you will find some historic pictures provided by the building’s new owner, Heidi Sause, who intends to restore the building and preserve the historic contents within it.
This week the building received a fresh coat of paint, and the historic lettering is being hand painted back on the front of the building.
  Just down the block, the redevelopment of the former Marshfield Bargain House property is taking shape. Dani and Rick Stevens purchased the property and opened Real Deals last year in the front half of the building after remodeling it. Real Deals is a place to find amazing home décor. Lately, Rick has been busy implementing his plans to create an indoor / outdoor space for his new business, Front Street Food Trucks. The parking lot was recently paved to not only provide some parking, but space for up to eight food trucks as well as some outdoor seating.
  The developers of Coos Bay Village continue to make progress. A couple of new buildings have been recently completed; others are in progress while another has been started.
 -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay
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At the City Council’s meeting on August 2, 2022, the Council approved a ballot measure to be placed on the upcoming November 8, 2022, ballot in response to the recently passed state-wide ballot measure #109 (M109).
M109, also known as the Oregon Psilocybin Service Act, was passed by Oregon voters in November 2020 and has now been codified into Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) chapter 475A. M109 requires the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to begin accepting applications for licenses to manufacture, deliver and administer psilocybin on January 2, 2023. OHA is currently working through establishment of rules and procedures surrounding this new ORS chapter 475A, leaving city governing bodies without guidance. As such, City Council took one of two options available as noted within 475A, referral to the electors an option to either ban psilocybin-related businesses or placement of a two-year moratorium on psilocybin-related businesses, by adopting a resolution to refer a ban on psilocybin-related businesses within Coos Bay to the voters. Similar referrals are occurring in cities throughout the county and state which will appear on the November ballot.
Following Oregon Election Law regarding referrals, the following measure will be on the upcoming November 8, 2022, ballot:
Shall the City of Coos Bay prohibit all psilocybin-related businesses within the City?
Should you have additional questions, please feel free to contact the City Recorder/Elections Official at: 541-269-8912 or nrutherford@coosbay.org.
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IN A LANDSCAPE:
Classical Music in the Wild™ at Shore Acres
August 23-25 at 6 p.m.
 Photo courtesy of IN A LANDSCAPE. Photo by Ed Schmidt
Founded in 2016 by classical pianist Hunter Noack, IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild is an outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. We bring a 9-foot Steinway grand piano on a flatbed trailer to National Parks, urban greenspaces, working ranches, farms, and historical sites for classical music concerts that connect people with each landscape.
To meet the acoustical challenges of performing in the wild, music is transmitted to concert-goers via wireless headphones. No longer confined to seats, you can explore the landscape, wander through the Shore Acres garden, lie in sunny meadows, and roam along the rugged cliffs.
IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™ concerts are brought to you in partnership with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Sponsors Wild Rivers Coast Alliance , Travel Southern Oregon Coast , and Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston.
About this landscape…
 There is always something blooming in the gardens at Shore Acres State Park!
Perched on craggy sandstone cliffs high above the ocean, Shore Acres State Park celebrates two sorts of beauty: ruggedly organic and masterfully constructed.
Once the grand estate of timber baron Louis J. Simpson, Shore Acres features a formal garden inspired by the original, with plants and flowers from all over the world. Visitors find a Japanese-style garden with a lily pond and two carefully curated rose gardens that include All-American Rose Selections.
Get here early to explore trails beyond the garden that lead to a secluded ocean cove at Simpson Beach.
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New Dispatcher Joins North Coos 911 Center
 On Monday, August 1, 2022, the Coos Bay Police Department (CBPD) welcomed a new 911 Dispatcher to the team. Brittany Miranda was welcomed to the agency by Police Chief Chapanar. Along with CBPD and other City staff, the North Bend Fire Department, CBPD Chaplain, family and friends were on hand for the ceremony as Miranda took her oath of office.
Miranda is a Coos Bay native, graduating from Marshfield High School in 2015. Miranda attended Oregon State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences. Prior to joining the North Coos 911 Center, Miranda worked for Tru Furniture as a sales associate.
Please join the Coos Bay Police Department and the City of Coos Bay in welcoming Brittany Miranda to the North Coos 911 Center.
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 Swimmers from all over the state of Oregon will be gathering in Mingus Park and at the Mingus Park Pool for the annual Big Kahuna Swim Meet this weekend, August 5 - 7.
You may see people camping in Mingus Park; while this is not normally allowed, during this event the City opens the park to competitors and their families. For safety, parking on North Tenth Street will be limited. There will be overflow parking near the ball field. Traffic will be congested at various times throughout the day. If you do drive through the area, please be aware of increased pedestrian traffic on Tenth Street and the surrounding area so our visitors and their families will be safe!
The meet is hosted by the Gold Coast Swim Team.
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August Wine Walk Benefits Local Museums
 The Coos Bay - North Bend Rotary invites you to a special Wine Walk Friday, August 5. This month’s event is sponsored by Blue Ridge Strategies.
Check in at the Visitor Information Center at 5 p.m. Make your suggested $10 donation which benefits the Coos Art Museum and Coos History Museum. Pick up your map and commemorative glass. Then explore Downtown and Front Street businesses to find wonderful products and services offered. It’s going to be a beautiful evening!
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PARKS MASTER PLAN: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Facilities Survey
Coos Bay Boardwalk, Coos History Museum, Coos Bay Rail Museum
Work continues on the Coos Bay Parks Master Plan update. A public survey for the Plan updates includes an opportunity for you to share your thoughts on the Coos Bay Boardwalk, Coos History Museum, and the Oregon Coast Historical Railway. All are wonderful opportunities to experience Coos Bay’s natural beauty and history!
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 The City of Coos Bay will have an election for the positions of Mayor and three City Councilors (Mayor – a two-year term; Councilors – a four-year term) to be held on November 8, 2022. Interested citizens may obtain information and file at the Coos Bay City Hall located at 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Monday through Friday from 8 am–5 pm from June 1, 2022, through August 30, 2022. Candidates filing by petition are asked to file before 5 p.m. on August 23, 2022.
To qualify, a citizen must be a registered voter and must have resided within the City of Coos Bay for at least one year preceding the election date. Questions can be address to City Recorder Nichole Rutherford at 541-269-1181, ext. 2244.
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 Oregon Bay Area Beautification (OBAB), a local group of community volunteers whose mission is to make and keep the Oregon Bay area (Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston) beautiful, has a scheduled cleanup event at CASA on Saturday, August 13 from 1 – 3 pm. For more information check out OBAB’s Facebook page
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 Join us for the 31st annual Charleston Seafood Beer and Wine Festival located at the Charleston Marina on Oregon’s Adventure Coast! Come on out for food, fun, music, and crafts on August 12- 14, 2022. Enjoy over 50 vendors selling food, Craft Beer, Regional Wines, crafts, shirts, trinkets, and lots more. Great music all weekend with the K-DOCK 92.9 FM CLAM JAM featuring live Rock and Roll, Blues, Oldies, and more! Bring the kids and let them enjoy our Fire Truck Super Slide! Or let the kids catch their own trout with the ODFW Good Guys and the Trout Pond!
This three-day event is sponsored by the Charleston Volunteer Firefighters Association, Oregon International Port of Coos Bay, and K-DOCK Radio.
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Registration Open for Cruz the Coos
Coming up in September, Let's Cruise! The Coos Bay-North Bend Rotary Club presents the longest-running and largest cruise on the Oregon Coast! The “Cruz the Coos” is scheduled for September 17 and will run through the streets of downtown Coos Bay. Register online today for a weekend of fun on Oregon's Adventure Coast! Additional information is available at https://2022cruzthecoos.eventbrite.com.
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 This three-day event at The Mill Casino/Hotel will feature up to 20 food trucks from the Pacific Northwest. Feast yourself on the goods while the trucks compete for Judges Choice and cast your vote to see which truck will win the People’s Choice. All trucks will have at least one $3 sample item available for purchase and will also serve from the entire regular menu.
Tickets on sale at Ko-Kwel Gifts inside The Mill Casino Hotel. Cost is $5 general admission per day (portion will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon)
Entertainment Schedule
Friday, August 5, 2022 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. - Rekless Kompany
Saturday, August 6, 2022 from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. - Adam Gabriel & the Cavaliers
2:45 p.m. – 6 p.m.: The KOZ
Sunday, August 7, 2022 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. - The KOZ 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. CRBQ
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
9-1-1 Dispatcher – Certified and Entry Level
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of certified and entry level 9-1-1 Dispatcher. It should be noted that preference points will be given to certified dispatchers applying for this position. In addition to preference points, certified applicants would be eligible for a $7,500 hiring bonus ($3,500 after being hired and $4,000 after successful completion of probationary period) as well as the possibility of up to $1,000 moving expense reimbursement. For Entry Level candidates, this position will be open until August 8, 2022. For Lateral candidates they must apply by August 1, 2022, to be considered in the lateral process. For complete announcement and application packet, click below.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Contracts Administrative Specialist
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Contracts Administrative Specialist. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the City Manager’s Office or by email at administration@coosbay.org. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by telephone 541-269-8912, or listed under Government, Job Openings on the City’s website. The deadline for submitting an application is 5 p.m. August 11, 2022. For complete announcement and full application packet, click below.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Records Specialist
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Records Specialist. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the City Manager’s Office or by email at administration@coosbay.org. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by telephone 541-269-8912, or listed under Government, Job Openings on the City’s website www.coosbay.org. The deadline for receiving applications is 5 p.m. August 2, 2022. For complete announcement and application packet, click below.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Collections Supervisor
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Collections Supervisor. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the City Manager’s Office or by email at administration@coosbay.org. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by telephone 541-269-8912, or listed under Government, Job Openings on the City’s website. The deadline for receiving completed applications is 5 p.m., August 10, 2022. For complete announcement, click below.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Codes/Planning Specialist (Full-Time)
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Codes/Planning Specialist. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, resume, and letter of interest to the City Manager’s Office or email at administration@coosbay.org. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by telephone 541-269-8912, or listed under Government, Job Openings on the City’s website. The deadline for receiving applications is 5 p.m. on August 5, 2022. For complete announcement, click below.
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