Join your neighbors at the City-wide Healthcare Forum and Health Fair. The Forum is a venue to learn about the policies and politics around the health care system in Eugene, including the recent closure of Sacred Heart emergency room and the community discussion around hospital spaces in Eugene. The Health Fair is an opportunity for community member to learn about access to health care services in the community and is sponsored by the NAACP. See flyers below for more information.
Join SHiNA on MLK Jr. Day at 6:30 PM for our January General Meeting welcoming City Councilors Matt Keating (Ward 2) and Eliza Kashinsky (Ward 1) and the Interim Independent Police Auditor Mark Gissiner.
A Community Conversation about Reducing Wildfire Risk and the SW Hills of Eugene
SHiNA General Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the Community
Hilyard Community Center 2580 Hilyard Street, Eugene
Please join us for the second in our series of Community Conversations on Emergency Preparedness on the topic of wildfire relative to the South Hills Neighborhood Association. A major part of being prepared is learning about what steps we as a community can take to reduce the opportunities for wildfires to start and spread. This meeting will feature representatives from local agencies speaking from each of their unique perspectives within their roles and organizations to provide insight on better adapting to the risk of wildfire in the South Hills area of Eugene. Handouts available.
Presented/Facilitated by Ian Appow, ECO System Solutions
Panelist from Eugene Springfield Fire, Oregon Department of Forestry,Eugene Parks and Open Spaces, City of Eugene, Northwest Youth Corps
Join us to hear about City Council Candidates, 4J Bond, and STAR Voting on April 16th
April General Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 p.m Wayne Morse Family Farm Living Room 595 Crest Drive
It has been nice to be able to meet in the living room at Wayne Morse Family Farm, after years of ZOOM meetings during the pandemic. Please join us to meet the candidates and hear about the measures we will be voting on in May. This is an opportunity to ask questions and get informed before voting.
Candidates for Ward 2 City Councilor, Lisa Warnes and Matt Keating, will present their views.
A representative from the “Yes for 4J Schools” Campaign will explain the renewal of the 4J Operating Levy. This would raise about $22m a year that goes directly into the classroom to benefit children by paying for staff (teachers, educational aides, etc.). They want voters to be aware and informed about what it does and what it costs.
A representative of Star Voting will explain the benefits of this type of voting. If you are unable to attend the neighborhood meeting, an explanation can be found at: https://youtu.be/aiQ9Z5sME00?feature=shared
Also on the agenda will be a discussion of SHiNA’s future meetings and activities. We hope to see you there!
Donate or volunteer for SHiNA’s Food for Lane County Food Drive, Saturday, March 2nd
SHiNA will host a food donation drive on March 2 from 10:00-4:00 at Wayne Morse Family Farm (595 Crest Drive). Swing by on Saturday to donate foods based on the “Most Needed Food Items” list OR make a financial donation via the SHiNA Fundraising Page. You can also donate directly to Food for Lane County via their Venmo, but donations will not count toward the SHiNA fundraising goal.
If you’d like to volunteer for a 2 hour shift at the Food Drive, please email shina_board@googlegroups.com.
Southwest Hills Neighborhood Association Meeting Tuesday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m. Wayne Morse Family Farm Living Room 595 Crest Drive, Eugene
We extend this invitation to residents of the Southwest Hills Neighborhood (SHiNA). At our November meeting we entertained board nominations. It was moved that our current board, plus three new interested neighbors would be nominated for our 2024 board.
Candidates for board positions: Chris Jockheck, chair Clay Neal, secretary Bev McDonald, newsletter
At large board members: Rita Fiedler Carolyn Hintz Ralph McDonald John Rogers Deb Rogers
Our January meeting will include: • Voting on our new board • Preparing for our upcoming General Membership meeting on Defensible Space • Annual Food For Lane County Food Drive • SHiNA communications, responding to citizen requests, how we inform our members. We need help in this area. If you are interested in helping your neighbors stay informed and communicating with neighbors on important topics and issues, we welcome your input, advice and energy!
If you would like to get to know your neighbors and help with these activities, we encourage you to attend the January 23 meeting. Refreshments served.
Tuesday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. Hilyard Community Center, 2580 Hilyard Street, Eugene
What are public agencies doing to protect the South Hills?
What route will I take to escape a wildfire?
In case of wildfire, what are the priorities of the fire department?
In the vulnerable South Hills, these and other questions need to be considered. Recently, the community of Lahaina was forced to evacuate when a devastating wildfire destroyed that town. It is our responsibility to be informed and prepared for appropriate action.
Please join us for a community discussion on emergency response. Panelists from various agencies will explain their role.There will be time for questions. To send questions for the panelists in advance, use this google form.
Panelists:
Matt Keating, our Eugene City Councilor
Sierra Anderson, City of Eugene Emergency Management Program Manager
Cary Lieberman, Executive Director at Greenhill Humane Society (and working on disaster safety for animals in Lane County), Lane County Community Organizations that Aid in Disaster (COAD)
Janina Rager, Eugene Police Department Community Engagement
SHiNA General Membership Meeting Tuesday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the Community Hilyard Community Center, 2580 Hilyard Street, Eugene
Topics for future meetings will focus on other aspects of emergency preparedness: fire mitigation, role of Red Cross, FEMA, defensible space, etc.
CHANGE FROM PRINTED VERSION: The printed version that was mailed to SHiNA residents suggested that the February 15th panel discussion on homelessness will have a Zoom-in option. Due to technical limitations, we will not be broadcasting this meeting via Zoom.
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