NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING AND STATE REVENUE SHARING HEARING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the City of Lyons, Linn County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019, will be held at Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St Lyons OR. The meeting will take place on Tuesday May 29, 2018 at 6:30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget and proposed uses of state revenue sharing funds. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. If necessary, an additional budget committee meeting will be held on June 5, 2018 at 6:30 pm at City Hall. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 29, 2018 at City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday or online at www.cityoflyons.org.
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday May 22, 2018
Where: Lyons City Hall 449 5th Street, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
CITY WIDE CLEAN-UP
The City of Lyons’ Annual City Wide Clean-Up Day is scheduled for:
May 12, 2018, 9am – 3pm
At the Lyons- Freres Park on 13th Street
Volunteers Welcome!!!
CITY WIDE CLEANUP 2018 flyer
Linn County Sheriff’s Report April 2018
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday April 24, 2018
Where: Lyons City Hall 449 5th Street, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report March 2018
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday March 27, 2018
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report February 2018
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING & PUBLIC HEARING
When: Tuesday February 27, 2018
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
LYONS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 6:30 pm
A PUBLIC HEARING will be held before the Lyons City Council during the regular council meeting to be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 6:30 pm at the Lyons City Hall, 449 5th Street, for the purpose of receiving testimony concerning violation of city code 18.30.010.
Linn County Sheriff’s Report January 2018
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday January 23, 2018
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report December 2017
Fuel Spill on Hwy 22 and Our Drinking Water
Please contact the Lyons-Mehama Water District at (503)859-2367 to learn what they are doing to keep our community safe.
They will have a recording to provide you with information you need and will update the message as they learn more.
Here is the link to the Lyons Mehama-Water District Public Notice: Update on Fuel Spill
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday December 19, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report November 2017
*** DECK THE HOUSE ***
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CALDWELL FAMILY!!!
We’re bringing it back!
This year we’re not requiring registration! No voting either!!!
The Mayor will tour the town seeking the best display and
will award the prize to the one that pleases his eye.
You can nominate your favorite light show! We wouldn’t want the Mayor to miss it!
So Light it Up, and bring some Christmas joy!
Holiday Lighting Contest Flyer 2017
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday November 28, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report October 2017
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
The City of Lyons is seeking the services of an excavator to clear brush from a detention pond and make storm drainage improvements. If interested please view the flyer and respond by November 28th 4pm.
WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP
November 9, 6-8pm at Santiam High School, 265 SW Evergreen St, Mill City
Wildfire Preparedness Workshop News Release
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
When: Tuesday November 7, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
November 7 2017 Planning Commission Agenda
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday October 24, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report September 2017
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday September 26, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report August 2017
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
RESCHEDULED TO
When: Tuesday August 29, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
* * SOLAR SUN SALE * *
City of Lyons Annual City-Wide Garage/Yard Sales
August 19th
SEPTIC SYSTEM NEED REPAIR?
DEQ & Craft3 are working together to provide funding assistance to low income property owners.
For more information visit their website at: Craft3
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
When: Tuesday August 8, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda – Approve New Hire, City Recorder Annual Review Executive Session per ORS 192.640(2)(i)
Planning Commission Meeting & Public Hearing
When: Tuesday August 1, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 7:00 pm
Agenda: Corey Partition – 1223 3rd St.
Linn County Sheriff’s Report July 2017
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday July 25, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Recruiting for an Assistant Librarian for the Lyons Public Library
Planning Commission Meeting
When: Tuesday July 18, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
Regular Council Meeting
WAVE Cable Franchise Hearing
Budget Hearing
State Revenue Sharing Hearing
When: Tuesday June 27, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
June 27 Agenda Extension Wave Cable Franchise
Notice of Budget Hearing Budget as Approved by Budget Committee
Election to Receive SRS SRS Certifying Eligibility
Public Notice
Hazardous Vegetation NOTICE 2017
Hazardous Vegetation – City Code Chapter 8
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
Notice of Budget Committee Meeting &
State Revenue Sharing Hearing
When: Tuesday May 30, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Notice of Budget Committee Meeting
CITY WIDE CLEAN-UP DAY
When: Saturday May 27, 2017
Where: 13th Street City Park
Time: 9 – 3 am
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
When: Thursday May 25, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday May 23, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday April 28, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Lyons Annual City Wide Clean-up
When: Saturday May 27, 2017
Where: Lyons (Freres) City Park, 13th Street
Time: 9-3
This event is free to residents who live in Lyons. There is a fee for some items such as tires and some appliances.
Linn County Sheriff’s Monthly Report
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Monthly Report
Linn County Sheriff’s Office – UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING & Hearing
When: Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
February 28, 2017 Agenda Feb 28 2017 packet
Notice of Supplemental Budget Hearing
Linn Count Sheriff’s Report
BUDGET COMMITTEE VACANCY
The City of Lyons needs to fill a vacancy on the budget committee. This is your opportunity to learn more about the city and it’s budget process. The committee normally meets once a year. Rarely, a second meeting may be needed. If you would like to assist us by joining the committee, please complete and return the APPLICATION. Please contact the city office if you have any questions (503) 859-2167.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Monday, January 31st CANCELLED
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: Meeting 6:30 pm
January 24 2017 Agenda Jan 24 2017 Packet
CHERRIOTS REGIONAL (CARTS) REDESIGN PROJECT
Cherriots has redesigned the CARTS service. It will no longer be called CARTS. It will be called Cherriots Regional.
They will continue to serve Lyons! A big thank you to Cherriots for hearing and responding to the voice of the few!
Cherriots Regional Draft Proposal
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Learn more: https://www.linnsheriff.org/volunteer-programs/community-emergency-response-team/
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING & PUBLIC HEARING
When: Tuesday, January 10, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: Meeting 6:30 pm, HEARING 7:00 pm
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING & WORKSHOP
When: Monday, January 9, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: Meeting 6:30 pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
Sheriff’s Report December 2016
BACK ON!!!! – DECK THE HOUSE!
2nd Annual Holiday Lighting Contest
Due to a lack of registrants – we are modifying the requirements of the contest!
Our mayor will be out scouting the city for the best light display and will award 2 prizes for Best Display and Mayor’s Choice. So get those lights ablazing for your chance to win! GOOD LUCK!
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
When: Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
Linn County Transportation Plan
Linn County Road Department requests your input on current and future transportation issues.
A public meeting will be held:
December 7, 2016
Mill City / City Hall
444 South 1st Ave, Mill City
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Flyer: Transportation
Website for further information: http://linncountytsp.org/
City Council Regular Meeting Notice
When: Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30pm
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
North Santiam Canyon
Wastewater Feasibility Assessment Meeting
COMMUNITY FEEDBACK SESSION
Your input is requested.
For residents in Lyons/Mehama, Mill City, Gates, Detroit, and Idanha.
Flyer
City Council Regular Meeting Notice
When: Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: October 25th Agenda
Linn County Sheriff’s Report
Cougar Sightings
There have been recent sightings of cougars in the John Neal Park area. To learn more about cougars, visit the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife’s website: Cougar Information
City Council Regular Meeting Notice
When: Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
August Sheriff’s Report
Planning Commission Meeting
When: Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
Agenda: September 20 Agenda
CARTS UPDATE
It appears that the Carts route serving the communities east beyond Stayton will be eliminated. Voice your opinion at an upcoming meeting.
Link to the UPDATE TO THE REGIONAL RETHINK PROJECT:
Summer Sun Sale (City Wide Garage Sales)
Saturday August 20th
City Council Regular Meeting Notice
When: Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!
Mayor Donohue and Council expresses their sincerest appreciation to the volunteers who have assisted the City and the Lyons Public Library.
Many hours – over 600 this past year, have been dedicated to the library – assisting the librarians with re-shelving books, collecting and preparing books for re-use, and they have helped with events such as the Summer Reading Program. The Library Board spends many hours during the year assisting the library.
Several volunteers assisted the City with the City Wide Clean-up day. They provided assistance with organization, unloading, and cleanup – in the pouring rain!
Once again, the cemetery received a facelift with volunteers cleaning up and placing flags for Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.
And we can’t forget those serving on our Budget Committee and Planning Commission. Serving in this capacity helps with city business and to ensure we are meeting regulatory requirements.
We greatly appreciate everyone’s help. Thank you!
July Sheriff’s Report
Planning Commission Members Needed
We are looking for citizens to serve on our Planning Commission. The Commission reviews and makes decisions regarding land use requests within the city limits of Lyons.
SUMMER SUN SALE
Get ready to clean off the dust and clean out the closets – the Summer Sun Sale will soon be here!
Be sure to sign-up to be included on the list & map!
City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
June Sheriff’s Report
PUBLIC NOTICE
Declaration of Public Election for Office
The Mayor’s term and two City Councilor terms will expire on December 31, 2016. The positions will be placed on the November 8, 2016 State General Election ballot. The position of Mayor is a two year term and the Councilor positions are four year terms. To be eligible to run for these positions, candidates must have lived within the city limits of Lyons for the preceding 12 months, prior to the election. Filing for election is in petition form and requires not less than ten qualified signatures. Petition signatures must be verified by the County prior to being eligible for candidacy. So submit your forms early! To file for candidacy, you may obtain an election packet at Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons OR. Petitions must be filed at Lyons City Hall before 4 pm on Monday, August 22, 2016. Terms of office will begin after being sworn in at the first meeting after January 1, 2017.
Candidate Filing Form SEL101
Petition SIGNATURE Form – MUST BE APPROVED AT CITY HALL PRIOR TO COLLECTING SIGNATURES!
City Council Meeting with
Budget Hearing &
State Revenue Sharing Hearing
When: Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
May Sheriff’s Report
Budget Committee Meeting &
State Revenue Sharing Hearing
When: Tuesday May 31, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday May 24, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: May 24 2016 Agenda
April Sheriff’s Report
CARTS Outreach Meetings
Cherriots/Salem-Keizer Transit provides the CARTS bus service from Salem to Gates, including Lyons. There is a possibility that we may lose this service to Lyons. This is a vital service to our community providing transportation to seniors, disabled individuals, and others. If you don’t want to see this service end, please attend one of the meetings to be heard.
ANNUAL CITY WIDE CLEAN-UP
May 14, 2016
9am – 3pm
13th St – Freres City Park
FREE EVENT – with some exceptions, such as $5 for appliances, and tires up to 26″ will have a minimal charge
SHERIFF’S REPORT
A new feature that will be added to our website under Agenda will be the monthly Linn County Sheriff’s Report. Thanks to Brian for suggesting the idea!
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday April 26, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: April 26, 2016 AGENDA
Lyons City Council Special Meeting
When: Tuesday April 5, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: VISION Workshop
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday March 22, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: March 22, 2016 Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AND HEARING
When: Tuesday March 15, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: Full Text
PUBLIC NOTICE
BUDGET WORKSHOP
When: Tuesday March 8, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: 3.8.2016 Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF ELECTION AND RECEIPT OF BALLOT TITLE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a ballot title for a measure referred by the City Council of the City of Lyons was filed with the City Elections Official on February 24, 2016, for an election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. The election shall be conducted by mail pursuant to ORS 254.465 and ORS 254.470. The text of the measure meets the one subject requirement.
Caption: Prohibits certain marijuana registrants and licensees within City of Lyons
Question: Shall City of Lyons prohibit medical marijuana processors, medical marijuana dispensaries, recreational marijuana producers, processors, wholesalers, and retailers within City of Lyons?
A complete copy of the ballot title, which includes caption, question, and summary as well as the text of the measure may be obtained at City Hall, 449 5th Street, Lyons, OR 97358, by contacting the Elections Official at cityoflyons@wavecable.com, website: www.cityoflyons.org Ballot Title, or by calling (503)859-2167.
An elector of the city who is dissatisfied with the Caption may file a petition for review in the Linn County Circuit Court no later than 4:00 p.m. March 2, 2016.
Lyons City Council Budget Workshop
When: Tuesday March 8, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: Budget Pre-Planning & Goal Setting
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday February 23, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: February 23 2016 Agenda
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday January 26, 2016
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: January 26, 2016 Agenda
Lyons City Council Special Meeting
When: Tuesday December 29th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: Employee review and wage adjustment including an Executive Session Pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(i) To review and evaluate the employment-related performance of the City Recorder.
DECK THE HOUSE
Bob & Debbie Johnston swept the competition with their display by winning both People’s Choice and Mayor’s Choice! Congratulations!
And a huge THANK YOU to all the participants!
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday December 22nd, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: December 22, 2015 Agenda
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday November 24th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: November 24, 2015 Agenda
Lyons City Council SPECIAL Meeting
When: Thursday November 5th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: Public Hearing – Business Licenses, Marijuana Facilities, Public Comment, & Ordinance Reading
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday October 27th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: October 27 2015 Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
Library Recruitment Committee
Will meet in Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(f)
to consider employment applications, which are exempt from public disclosure
October 23rd 5 pm at the Lyons Public Library
CLOSURE NOTICE
Lyons Public Library will be closed.
October 15th through October 20th, 2015
The Library will reopen Wednesday October 21st at 1 pm.
CLOSURE NOTICE
Lyons City hall will be closed for training.
Tuesday October 13th, 2015
We will reopen Wednesday October 14th at 9 am.
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday September 29th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: September 29 2015 Agenda
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday August 25th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30 pm
Agenda: August 25th Agenda
*** CANCELLED ***
Lyons City Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday July 28th, 2015
Where: Lyons City Hall
Time: 6:30pm
Agenda: July 28, 2015 Agenda
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee City of Lyons, Linn County, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016, will be held at 449 5th St, Lyons OR. The meeting will take place on June 9th at 6:30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to receive the budget message and to receive comment from the public on the budget. This is a public meeting where deliberation of the Budget Committee will take place. Any person may appear at the meeting and discuss the proposed programs with the Budget Committee. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after May 28th at the Lyons Library, 279 8th St, Lyons between the hours of 1 pm and 3 pm.
Lyons City Council Special Meeting And executive session
WHEN: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015
WHERE: Lyons City Hall
TIME: 8:00pm
AGENDA:
- Special meeting – swear in councilor Ritchie – Public
- Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(a) – to consider the employment of a city staff
- Back to special meeting to end meeting
This Agenda may be subject to change.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING
WHEN : JUNE 2ND
TIME: 6:30PM
ADGENDA
REVIEWING CITY RECORDER APPLICATIONS
LYONS CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday MAY 26, 2015, 6:30pm
AGENDA
- CALL MEETING TO ORDER & NOTE ATTENDANCE – Flag Salute
- CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND/OR EX-PARTE DECLARATION RE: AGENDA ITEMS
- VOTE MAYOR POSISTION
- VOTE ELECTION OFFICAL
- READ RESOLUTION #501 MINIMUM JOB ADVERTISING
- FILL REMAINING 2YR COUNCIL SEAT
- FILL REMAINING 4YR COUNCIL SEAT
- APPOINT BUDGET OFFICER
- APPOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE MEMBERS
- ADOPT BUDGET CALENDER
- DISCUSS RESOLUTION TO DISOLVE RESOLUTION # 501
This Agenda may be subject to change.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Lyons City Council Emergency Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, May 19th, 2015
WHERE: Lyons City Hall
TIME: 6:30 PM
Job Announcement with the City of Lyons
CITY RECORDER Position
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE includes Clerical duties, Notary Public (within 6 months), Preparation of Minutes, Superior communicator with citizens, customers, and other agencies, Strong problem solving skills, Supervision of employees, Issues permits, licenses and liens, Land use experience, Record keeping and record retention, Knowledge of municipalities including resolutions, ordinances, charters, legislative action, federal, state and county laws, Grant writing, Prepares annual budget, Assist in preparation of Audit, Payroll, Accounting degree or 4 years experience in City/Fund accounting. $18 per hour.
BENEFITS includes: 30 hour work week, 90% paid insurance, PERS, Sick, Vacation available after one year, 6 paid Holidays.
Download the PDF forms:
Job Announcement
Application for Employment Form
Press Release: Cemetery Project
The new Cemetery sign and Map Kiosk project has been completed thanks to the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries. A new “Fox Valley Cemetery” sign has been installed at the entrance of the cemetery. Two Map kiosks have been installed on the south side of the cemetery, one by the entrance and one by the exit.
City Reader Board
Add messages and community events on our city reader board
Lyons Public Library Survey
As you may know, many businesses and Cities are facing increased needs and costs, with shrinking budgets and no increase in revenues.
Be Prepared for Inclement Weather
It is that time of year again when the North Santiam School District and First Student Transportation review the process and procedure for inclement weather.
On days where the temperatures have dropped and ice or snow is on the roads, bus routes will be checked starting at 4:00 a.m. A decision will be made by 5:00 a.m. by the Superintendent with input from First Student Transportation and the District’s Director of Health and Safety.
There are three things they will look at as they drive the bus routes:
- Road safety at the high and low elevation levels.
- Current temperatures.
- Forecasts for weather worsening with roads that are already unsafe.
From the data they gather, they will decide to:
- Put buses on snow routes.
- Put schools on a two hour delayed start.
- Or, close school for the day.
This year student households will be called using the School Messenger system, with calls starting at 5:30 a.m. If no one answers the phone and the household has a message system, it will leave a message. If not, other places parents can look for information on school delays or closures include the District website located at www.nsantiam.k12.or.us where it will be posted on the main page, and on local news and radio stations listed in the student handbook.
This year parents can also sign up for email and text messages at http://www.flashalert.net/signup.html regarding school closure. Once on the website, parents are asked to add an organization. To do this:
- Choose Portland/Vanc/Salem.
- Select Marion Co. Schools.
- And finally North Santiam School District (Stayton).
Click on “subscribe” and then enter email addresses or cell phone numbers where you want messages to be sent. There is a validation process that must be completed before messages will actually be sent.
As the weather gets colder, parents should prepare a plan for how they will get their children to and from bus stops if busses are on snow routes, and where their children will need to go if school is delayed or closed. In the meantime, drag out the winter caps and scarves and try to find matches for all those extra socks and gloves, cause old man winter is looking over your shoulder.