Last week I attended the Oregon Mayors Association (OMA) Summer Conference in Hood River. Despite the long drive, it was well worth the time and effort. Over 120 mayors from all over Oregon attended. Here are some of the highlights and “ah ha” moments for me.The first day in Hood[Read More…]
Author: Meadow Martell
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
Last week in response to a call earlier from me, I spoke to a Washington Federal Bank VP in Seattle. He informed me that they had an offer on the half-acre lot behind the WA FD branch in Cave Junction. He wanted to give the city of Cave Junction, as[Read More…]
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
I like to start my letter by reporting on the good things we accomplish in our city. It takes a lot of pieces to keep a city running smoothly.The bulk water station project continues to move forward. The property has been cleared and the construction Request for Qualifications (RFQ) will[Read More…]
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Last weekend we experienced our first smoke event this year. It is a grim reminder about the multiple tragic impacts that forest fires can have in our area. Be alert and be safe. When necessary, use air filters in your home and masks outdoors.Our public works department has a busy[Read More…]
From the Mayor’s Desk
Summer is for real now, and major projects are in process or planning. If you were wondering what is happening just north of the Dollar Tree store, the city is brushing scrub off the site for the bulk water station. This will last all week.Quotes for the splash pad will[Read More…]
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
It’s been a while since my last letter. I spent seven days on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. I am grateful that we live in an amazing place with so many outdoor opportunities. Hot sunny days are here so be safe out there and be extra cautious about increased[Read More…]
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
Last Saturday, was an outstanding example of what a great community we live in. The day started off with the Little League closing ceremonies at Jubilee Park. I was honored to make the opening words. What a thrill it was to see all those young kids lined up on the[Read More…]
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
It’s hard to believe it’s been over a month since my last letter. I returned from my “once in a lifetime” European river cruise with my daughter Cara, who lives in Australia. We started in Amsterdam, Netherlands and traveled on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers through Germany and Austria[Read More…]
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Did you know that April signifies the start of Earth Month? It’s a time to raise environmental awareness and we have a beautiful corner of the Earth to celebrate here in the Illinois Valley.This region of southwestern Oregon is a world-renowned hub of biological diversity, supporting hundreds of species of[Read More…]
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Following the profusion of bills and information coming out of Salem this legislative season can be daunting. Usually, I use the League of Oregon Cities (LOC) website to follow the ones that may have an impact on our city. Here are two things that caught my eye:Governor Tina Kotek added[Read More…]