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The final movie planned in the new downtown parking lot at Third Street and Central Avenue is scheduled for Friday, September 6. Coos Watershed Association has hosted this summer movie series, previously showing two documentaries: Project Wild Thing and The Beaver Believers. The final movie in this series, Movie in the Park(ing) Lot, is Finding Nemo and it will begin airing at 8 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024. A special thank you is extended to both Coos Watershed Association and the Time Bomb building owner, Gary Rifkin, who provided the movie screen.
Coos Watershed Association is a leader in our community, driving science, restoration, monitoring and education programs since 1994. They join more than 90 watershed councils across Oregon and are comprised of volunteers all focused on preserving and improving our Coos watershed. The Coos watershed covers 610 square miles and includes all the water and land within that area. To learn more about Coos Watershed Association, including ways in which you might volunteer to support their efforts or participate in one of their upcoming events, check out their website: https://cooswatershed.org/
Plan to bring something to sit on, encourage your friends and family to join you, and of course, bring snacks. We hope you join us for this fun and family friendly event in the new green parking lot.
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay
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 Notice of election November 5, 2024, for positions of Mayor and four (4) Councilors. Citizens can file their declaration of candidacy at City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, in the City Manager’s office from June 5, 2024 - August 27, 2024. Candidates filing by petition are to file before 5 p.m. on August 20, 2024. Citizens must be a registered voter and have resided within the city limits for one (1) year preceding election date. Questions can be addressed to Christine Sylvester, City Recorder, at 541-269-1181, ext. 3103.
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Upcoming Enhanced Traffic Enforcement
On Monday, August 19, the Coos Bay Police Department (CBPD) and other law enforcement agencies across Oregon will begin using federally funded enforcement hours to educate the public about child seat and safety belt laws. The enhanced enforcement will continue until Sunday, September 1.
According to 2022 crash data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System 31% of motor vehicle occupant fatalities in Oregon were caused by not wearing a safety belt or using a child restraint. For children aged one to twelve, motor vehicle crashes are the primary cause of death nationwide. Car seats are thought to improve crash survival rates by up to 59% for children ages one to four and by 71% for infants under the age of one. When compared to safety belts alone, booster seats can reduce the risk of nonfatal injuries in children aged four to eight by 45%.
 In 2017, an Oregon law passed that requires children to travel in a rear-facing safety seat until they are at least two years old. A child over the age of two must continue to travel in a car seat with a harness or a booster seat until they are eight years old or 4' 9" tall and the adult belt fits properly. The 2017 law improves protection of a child's head, neck, and spine from potential crash injuries.
For more information on Oregon child safety seat requirements visit: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/Safety/Documents/ODOT_Car_Seat_Flyer_2021-English.pdf
This enforcement is made possible by grant funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
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City Requests Development Proposals
 The City of Coos Bay is seeking development proposals for the former municipal fire station site at 150 South Fourth Street. Approximately 0.22-acres m/l of readily available land, ideally suited for Mixed-Use development in Oregon’s largest coastal city.
The property is intended to provide the community with a mix of mutually supporting retail, service, office, and residential uses. The property’s location within the Downtown Parking District means that off-street parking is not required for development. Multiple public parking lots are near the property and available for public use.
Economic development and revitalization are a primary goal of the City of Coos Bay. The City envisions a new development on the property that provides a mix of uses to further revitalize and enhance the economic vitality of the Downtown area. Development proposals for the property should complement the surrounding Downtown both functionally and aesthetically.
The City seeks Letters of Interest from interested development teams. City staff will review Letters of Interest to make a recommendation to the City of Coos Bay Urban Renewal Agency (URA). Presentations will be scheduled with top applicants and the URA. Selection of the preferred development proposal is anticipated thereafter.
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South Slough Offers Community Class
on Introduction to Crabbing
The South Slough Reserve invites you to learn about the amazing life cycle of crabs, their importance to the local economy, and the various techniques for capturing this delectable Crustacean on Saturday, August 17 at 1 p.m. This free class does require registration and is limited to 12 participants. Dress for the weather and meet at the Charleston Visitors Center. More information can be found online.
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Call to Action to Help Other Parents
Papa Philly and Bubba Dogs is asking the community to help fill backpacks that will be given to local children and youth on August 17 during this annual drive. There are many within our community who really appreciate help getting their kids ready for the new school year. Your school supply donation and a new backpack means a lot.
Drop off bin at Pony Village Mall across from Ross Dress for Less, drop off at our food truck or donate online via www.paypal.me/jarrodolsen.
Thank you from Papa & Bubba
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Crafts, 80s Films, and Live Music
 The Coos Bay Public Library has lots of activities going on this week. On Tuesday, August 20, from 3-4:30 p.m. teens are invited to join them to make min embroidery keychains. Come and enjoy conversation and fun while making this fun craft.
On Wednesday, the Library will be showing another hit 80’s movie from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Popcorn and drinks will be provided.
Saturday, August 24, the Library will be presenting Una Noche de Musica at Mingus Park from 2-6 p.m. Enjoy live music by Ritmo Alegre while enjoying face painting, photo booth, loteria games, crafts, and a bilingual storytime. Food will be available for purchase from Angelina’s food truck.
Únase con nosotros para una noche de música con la banda Ritmo Alegre. Habrá actividades para hacer, como pintura de caras, lotería, y un fotomatón. También habrá comida disponible para comprar en el camión de comida de Angelina.
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Dog Days of Summer Fundraiser
The month of August is Clear the Shelters Month and National Dog Month. In celebrations, come join the City of Coos Bay Parks Commission for the Dog Days of Summer Fundraiser on August 24, at John Topits Park (Hull Street entrance).
At this event there will be guided walks with City of Coos Bay Parks Commissioners, the Park Pack, Sole Mates, and Friends of Coos County Animals (FOCCAS). The walks will cover two trail sections to recruit adopters (individuals/groups) to fund the repair and replacement of trail markers and benches.
Sign in starts at 9:45 a.m. and at 11 a.m. there will be a one-hour Dog Strut (suggested donation of $10). Funds will be used to purchase compostable dog waste bags to help reduce micro-plastics and dog waste in the watershed.
Any questions regarding the event can be addressed to adoptapark@coosbayor.gov and see the QR code for a link to the John Topits trails.
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 The Coos Bay Downtown Association (CBDA) will hold the sixth annual "It's All Berry Good" recipe contest during the 2024 Blackberry Arts Festival. This year’s recipes will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Saturday, August 24 at Coos Bay Elks No. 1160, located at 265 Central Ave. in downtown Coos Bay. Look for the Berry! Judging will begin at noon and the winner’s names will be announced no later than 2 p.m. Saturday at the festival. Prize awards will be made at 2 p.m. at the Elks.
Submission requirements:
Each recipe entry should be sizable enough for at least six healthy tastes. Enter as many recipes as you like. Separate entries must include a copy of a detailed recipe with credit given to the original source, for example Betty Crocker's Cookbook or great grandma Lulu's family recipe. No age restriction, but minors competing must have written permission from their parent/guardian accepting the terms of competition. All recipes entries become the property of the Coos Bay Downtown Association, a non-profit 501c(6). All participants consent to the commercial use of their name, photo(s), and recipe for advertising and publicity/promotional purposes without further compensation.
When creations are submitted a number will be assigned to ensure anonymity. A photo of you and your recipe will be taken and protected until after the contest. A copy of your recipe will be attached to the contestant’s entry form. Then the special panel of judges will arrive to determine the prize winning “It's All Berry Good” recipe creations.
Judging: Judging will be based on the following: Best taste/flavor and texture, presentation and creative use of blackberries.
The Coos Bay Downtown Association promotes Coos Bay as an attractive place to live, work, and visit by continually enhancing the quality life of the downtown area.
PROUD TO BE PART OF COOS BAY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. GROWING. STRONG. TOGETHER
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9-1-1 Dispatcher
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of 9-1-1 Dispatcher. To apply, interested parties should submit a city application, police supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov . City applications and supplemental police department applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please include a valid email address where you can be contacted. All notifications regarding your status in the selection process will be made via electronic mail. NOTE: Applications without an attached personal resume will not be considered. It should also be noted that preference will be given to a certified dispatcher applying for this position. In addition to preference, Certified applicants would be eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 after being hired and $2,500 after successful completion of probationary period) as well as the possibility of up to $1,000 moving expense reimbursement.
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Type: Full Time
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Salary/Pay Rate: $4503 - $5742/Month DOQ
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Posted Date:08/14/2024 1:13 PM
The City of Coos Bay is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, handicap or any other non-merit factor. If reasonable accommodation is required to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 269-1181 ext 3104 during normal business hours.
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs a variety of radio communications for police, fire, and EMS units. Answers business and emergency telephone calls and performs clerical and receptionist work in the operation of the Police Department. Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Communications Supervisor and/or the shift supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervision of other employees is not a normal responsibility of an employee in this class.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this classification may perform any of the following duties; however, these examples do not include all the specific tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.
- Operates two-way radio, teletype, telephone, data processing, voice logging, Computer Aided Dispatch, and computer equipment in the dispatch center; receives and transmits messages to the Coos Bay Police and other contracted police and fire agencies; maintains records of on duty police officers, fire, and EMS location at all times. Completes CAD entries on types of calls, reporting party, subjects contacted and arrested, and disposition of the case. Monitors all radio traffic from police, fire and medical agencies served by Coos Bay Police/Coos Bay 9-1-1 Center.
- Responds to requests and inquiries for record checks: DMV, CCH, NCIC, warrants, vehicles, persons, property, registration and miscellaneous information.
- Receives all incoming business telephone calls for the Police Department. Answers after-hours phone calls for other city departments.
- Maintains files and records of arrests, cases, and information such as licenses, stolen cars and car registrations. Codes, logs and tallies statistical reports.
- Provides appropriate information to other law enforcement agencies as may be required.
- Monitors building security and wastewater alarm systems and notifies proper personnel when activated.
- Provides pre-arrival medical instructions to callers on the phone until EMS services arrive on scene.
- Monitors activity in city hall via video camera. Provides information, directions and resources to subjects in the police lobby by telephone or intercom.
- Conducts background record checks as approved by Coos Bay City Ordinance.
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