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 Since the beginning of the summer, we've been overwhelmed by the support and participation of our neighbors and friends who have come together to honor Coos Bay's rich history and vibrant culture. We've explored our past with fascinating historical tours and enjoyed gatherings showcasing the incredible talents of local artists, musicians, and performers. It's been a season to reconnect with our roots, celebrate our present, and look forward to what's to come.
This Saturday, October 26, we'll wrap up this summer of festivities with a special afternoon of events at the Coos History Museum. The day will be filled with live music, local flavors, and engaging activities that promise something for everyone. Enjoy free admission to the Coos History Museum and explore Coos Bay's history through special exhibits. You can also enjoy art projects with local artists and savor delicious treats. Families will find plenty of fun, with activities that entertain kids and adults alike.
Below is a schedule of planned events from 1 p.m.-5 p.m.:
- I look forward to welcoming everyone. There will be representatives from the Coquille Indian Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians, and the Coos History Museum.
- Local Historian Steve Greif will share some historical tidbits.
- Ceremonial Cutting of the Birthday Cake and cupcakes will be available as well.
- Coast Guard Aerial Display over Coos Bay
- Tribal Canoes on Display
- Free Arts Projects with Josie's Art Lab (at the Museum)
- Free Hot Dogs and Pretzels, provided by local service organizations and OCCI
- Special Events at Coos Bay Village Merchants, with a chance to win a Basket of Goodies!
- Live Music from Blue Tide Blues Bands, provided by 7 Devils Brewery
Let's come together as a community to celebrate Coos Bay's 150th birthday. We'll share stories, create lasting memories, and honor the city's one-of-a-kind spirit. This Saturday is a day to embrace our heritage and take pride in the place we all call home. Join us for the festivities and help make Coos Bay's 150th birthday a truly unforgettable event.
Visit for more information Oregon’s Adventure Coast. and a complete schedule of activities. Let's make history together!
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay
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City Honored with Top Award for Best Practices in Local Government
 We are excited to announce that the City of Coos Bay has been awarded the 2024 Excellence In Best Practices Award from the Citycounty Insurance Services (CIS) at this year’s League of Oregon Cities (LOC) Annual Conference!
This award highlights the City's commitment to best practices in governance and administration. CIS, a joint initiative formed by the LOC and the Association of Oregon Counties in 1981, provides critical risk management services, property and liability coverage, workers' compensation, and employee benefits to cities and counties across Oregon. Serving 98% of cities and over 78% of counties in the state, CIS plays a vital role in helping local governments protect their human, physical, and natural resources from accidental losses. In addition, they work closely with local insurance agents, offering expert risk-management support.
Coos Bay was recognized specifically for updating its employee handbook to incorporate Paid Leave Oregon provisions and robust fleet management program. These initiatives demonstrate the City's ongoing dedication to ensuring a safe and supportive work environment while effectively managing resources.
Congratulations to all the dedicated staff who worked to make this achievement possible! This award is a testament to the City's commitment to excellence, innovation, and the well-being of our community.
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The City of Coos Bay is seeking volunteers to fill positions on the Design Assistance Team, Parks Commission and Budget Committee. Applications are available from the City Manager’s Office at City Hall, by calling 541-269-8912, or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/boards-commissions/committee-application. Applications will be accepted in the City Mangers Office through 5 p.m. October 25, 2024. Applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews with the City Council.
Design Assistance Team – The Design Assistance Team acts as an advisory body to the City of Coos Bay Community Development Department, Planning Commission, City Council, and Urban Renewal Agency. Members may include any person possessing interest in furthering the betterment of historic, cultural, architectural, natural or artistic resources in the Coos Bay area. Applicants should have knowledge and expertise in one of the following areas: a) Local History; b) art, graphics, or interior design; c) architecture. There are three terms expiring on December 31, 2024.
Parks Commission – The Parks Commission is comprised of one City Councilor, one Planning Commissioner, and remaining positions are filled by interested persons. Membership, if possible, should include a landscape design professional, landscaping business professional, design professional, parks management professional and a bicycle or pedestrian enthusiast with subject matter expertise. Applications must be a resident of the City of Coos Bay or own property in the city. The Parks Commission meets once a month. There are four terms expiring on December 31, 2024 and one term expiring December 31, 2026.
Budget Committee – Applicants must be a resident of the City of Coos Bay, and they are appointed by the City Council for three-year terms. The meetings are held in May at 6 p.m. There are three terms expiring on December 31, 2024.
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City of Coos Bay Welcomes New Economic Revitalization Administrator
The City of Coos Bay welcomes Alena Schnarr, Economic Revitalization Administrator, to the Community Development Department. Alena has worked in the public sector for over 10 years in the Portland Metro area and rural Vermont. Alena brings experience with tourism, small business development, artist initiatives, marketing, redevelopment, planning and zoning.
“I enjoy uplifting the innate characteristics of the City and creating a sense of place in my economic development work,” Alena said. “Coos Bay is a special city with lots of opportunities for thoughtful development and growth.”
Since arriving in Coos Bay in June, Alena has enjoyed working with all the dynamic and engaged community partners, business owners, and wonderful leaders in town.
When not at work, you can find Alena visiting botanical gardens, listening to live music, hiking or finding a new restaurant or mocktail to try. You can connect with Alena via email here or find her in the Community Development Department at City Hall.
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 The Coos Bay Downtown Association (CBDA), along with businesses in downtown, along Front Street and in the Coos Bay Village, are opening their doors for Coos Bay’s Annual Trick or Treat the Streets on Halloween, Thursday, October 31 from 3 - 5 p.m.
Trick or Treaters should look for the large orange pumpkin poster displayed in the window of participating businesses. All downtown merchants, Front Street district and Coos Bay Village merchants displaying the orange pumpkin poster will have treats for the kiddies. It’s a terrific way for your kids to enjoy Halloween. Everyone is encouraged to dress up and have some fun. Post your photos using the hashtag #CBDAHalloween and show us how creative you can get with your costumes. You can download a list of participating businesses on October 28 at www.coosbaydowntown.com or find it on Facebook.
The sidewalks fill up with ghosts, goblins, superheroes and princesses so please pay extra attention driving through downtown during this event.
The CBDA promotes Coos Bay as an attractive place to live, work and visit by continually enhancing the quality of life of the downtown area. Come to downtown Coos Bay and shop, eat, mingle and explore!
Learn more about the Coos Bay Downtown Association at coosbaydowntown.com/. For any additional information contact Harv Schubothe at (541) 266-9706 or by email at mainstreetmanager@coosbaydowntown.com.
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Autumn Adventures & Spooky Fun
 It’s the season for scary costumes, crisp weather, and colorful leaves! Join the Library for fun events such as:
- Free Yoga on Monday evenings from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
- Men’s Group on Tuesdays at 6-8 p.m.
- Story Times for babies on Tuesdays and toddlers on Wednesdays from 10 -10:30 a.m.
Spooky Soiree Fundraiser
The Coos Bay Public Library is having a fundraiser! If you are 21 or over, you are invited to the Spooky Soiree hosted by the library. Your $10 cover charge pays for free live music, snacks, and a haunted escape room. Alcoholic drinks, Tarot readings, games, and more will be available to purchase. The event is on Saturday, October 26, from 6- 9 p.m. Come have some spooky adult fun while helping the library raise funds for a new building!
Toddler Monster Mash
For the younger set, the Coos Bay Library will also be hosting a spooky toddler dance party on Halloween morning from 10-11 a.m. Bring your little one for their very own monster mash!
Festive Dia de Muertos Celebration
Friday, November 1 is Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. The Library has partnered up with local organizations such as the Coos Hispanic Alliance and the South Coast Equity Alliance to bring a celebration to Coos Bay. Live Mariachi music, food, crafts, and more will be available to all ages. Bring a picture of a deceased loved one to leave at the offrenda (alter) to pay respect and remember friends and family who have passed from our lives but not our hearts. This event takes place from 5 -7 p.m. and is open to all.
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Gearing up for Annual Bus Jam Event
 The annual Rotary Bus Jam Toy and Food Drive, a community-wide event where residents can donate new toys and food items at local Bi-Marts, will once again be stuffing busses for a brighter holiday season for those in need on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
One of the key events leading up to the Bus Jam is the NW Natural / McKay's Market Shopping Spree. In this friendly competition, high school principals will race against the clock to collect as many high-protein food items as possible from McKay's Market. The winning principal's school will receive a special prize, and all collected items will be donated to the Bus Jam. Join the fun on Monday, November 4, 2024, at 8 a.m.
The Bus Jam and its supporting events are testament to the community's generosity and spirit of giving.
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Calling All Innovators and Entrepreneurs!
Have a bright idea to share? Apply to pitch at the Southwestern Oregon Innovation Hub's Pitch Night on January 17, 2025, at the Egyptian Theatre Coos Bay! This is your chance to showcase your business idea, impress a panel of experienced judges, and connect with investors.
Applications are open until November 10, 2024. Selected businesses will receive support to refine their pitches. Whether you’re a startup or an established business looking to grow, we want to hear from you!
For questions, email the South Coast Development Council at tanya@scdcinc.org.
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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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US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Class
 The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct an 8-hour boating safety education course on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in Coos Bay. The course covers the basics of boating safety, required equipment, rules of the road, and Oregon boating laws. A test at the end of the course will qualify boaters for their Oregon Boater Education Card, under the Oregon Mandatory Boater Education Program. The Boater Education Card is required for all motorboat operators of all ages for boats over ten horsepower. Additional provisions apply to youths. The class is taught by certified US Coast Guard Auxiliary and Oregon State Marine Board instructors. The cost of the course and materials is $15. Pre-registration is required. To register for the class, please call (541) 267-6152.
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 Wage range $20.03 - $25.56/hour with excellent benefit package
http://cbnbh2o.com/about/jobs
Coos Bay-North Bend Water Board is accepting applications for a full-time Accounting Clerk position. The Water Board provides services to a customer base of 13,600 accounts within the Cities of Coos Bay and North Bend, as well as surrounding areas. This position offers potential for growth within the Water Board and the accounting field. As an Accounting Clerk, you will gain valuable experience in managing financial records, processing transactions, and supporting the financial operations essential to our organization's success.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists Finance Director and Accounting Technician with input and data entry functions into accounting and database software. e.g. inventory, purchasing, and vehicles
- Inputs and balances accounts payable vouchers, runs program and prints checks; maintains vendor file
- Inputs approved journal entries into the accounting system
- Posts and balances asset ledger; posts and balances to retirement ledger; assists with year-end posting
- Performs a variety of general accounting duties such as preparing and maintaining the following: payroll reports required for journal entries, general internal accounting reports, petty cash funds
- Maintains workers compensation files, associated documents, and reports
- Maintains and monitors entrance key programs
- Maintains and purchases office supplies for all divisions
- Gathers information for Non-Revenue water reporting generating monthly reports and meeting minutes for the program
- Functions as backup person for other finance division duties including but not limited to payroll, inputting, running and balancing pay period reports, and coding time sheets.
- Functions as backup person for accounts payable processing, compiles accounts payable packets for processing by collecting invoices and codes to correct account, attaches signed purchase orders to invoices and packing slips to invoices, then submits for review
- Building and maintaining expense reports for project managers in spreadsheet format
- Follows all safety rules and procedures for work areas
- Provides assistance to other staff as workload and staffing levels dictate
- Maintains proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility
- Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Two years experience in data entry and mathematical computations, or one year of post high school education in computer applications and/or accounting; experience in the use of database and spreadsheet software; graduation from a senior high school or GED
MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of business terminology, spelling, and arithmetic; moderate skill in typing/word processing; familiarity with the use of standard office equipment, including database and spreadsheet software, working knowledge of data entry operations; ability to develop and maintain positive, cooperative, team‑oriented working relationships with supervisors and co-workers; ability to maintain a professional appearance and a positive, courteous, and helpful attitude toward customers and the general public; or satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES: Must possess a valid driver’s license upon hire; obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire and have acceptable driving record
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of specific utility billing, accounting, word processing, and spreadsheet software utilized within the utility
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools, or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 15 pounds on a regular basis and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50 percent of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
TO APPLY: Visit our website at www.cbnbh2o.com. To download an employment application click Employment Opportunities. Please e-mail Application and any supporting documents to stacey_parrott@cbnbh2o.com
Position is open until filled.
For more information contact Monica Kemper at 541-267-3128, Ext. 225, monica_kemper@cbnbh2o.com or Stacey Parrott at 541-267-3128 Ext. 231, stacey_parrott@cbnbh2o.com
A preference will be given to qualified veterans who apply for this position pursuant to ORS 408.225 to 408.237. Any veteran who has special qualifications and/or transferable skills in the management and operation of a water treatment plant and distribution system should reference those skills and qualifications in their application. Coos Bay-North Bend Water Board is an EOE.
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