Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Two Public Works Issues
Streetlight Fee
City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed fee on Monday, February 23, 2015, in the Council Chambers at 6:30 PM. If you want information on the proposed Streetlight Fee, go to the cityofsalem.net web page and under "City Highlights" click the link to "Proposed City of Salem Streetlight Fee." The web page has information on the fee, its purpose, how it is to be charged, what it will be used for, and links to supporting documents. There is also a link where you can submit written comment via e-mail that will provided to the City Council as part of its hearing packet. A copy of the proposed ordinance and staff report is currently available on the Council Meeting Agenda web page on the 2/9/2015 link, under Ordinances 1st Reading, or by clicking the following link: http://www.cityofsalem.net/CouncilMeetingAgenda/Documents/317/8.1b.pdf
Proposed Ordinance to Prohibit Smoking on All City Properties City Council has directed staff to prepare an ordinance for its consideration that would prohibit smoking, including e-cigarettes, on all City-owned properties, both indoors and outdoors. This would include all City parks and City municipal employment sites. Public Works staff will conduct a public outreach effort in February, March, and early April to gauge public opinion and see if there is support for such an ordinance. More information will be available on the City website within the next couple of weeks and there will be an on-line survey available soon. If you want to have staff visit your neighborhood association meeting on this topic please contact me at mbecktel@cityofsalem.net or call at 503-588-6211.
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Sumpter Parent Club Agenda
Sumpter Parent Club Agenda
January 13, 2015
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Approval of December 2014 Minutes
3. Treasurer’s Report
4. School Report – Ms. Prats
5. Auction Update
6. Committee Reports
Boxtops/Campbell’s Labels
Book Fair
School Store
7. Calendar
Offsite Auction – February 15th – committee updates, approval of budget
Soc Hop – Date
Teacher Appreciation Committee – Co-Chair with Deana Tornow-Satrum
8. Volunteer Opportunities
*Auction Committee
*Soc Hop
*Teacher Appreciation
9. Funds Requests:
Jennifer Koenig – Auction Supplies
10. Author Visit – PTC fund this event?
11. Other Business
*Purchase Computer for PTC?
Monday, January 12, 2015
Work begins on I-5 Kuebler Interchange Project
January 9, 2015 For more information: Lou Torres (503)986-2880
1-5-R2 email at: mailto:louis.c.torres@odot.state.or.us
Work begins on I-5 Kuebler Interchange Project
Clearing and grubbing to begin next week around interchange
SALEM A contractor working for the Oregon Department of Transportation will begin work on the I-5 Kuebler Interchange Project starting the week of January 12. The work includes grubbing and clearing of vegetation adjacent to the southbound I-5 off ramp, north of the interchange within the loop ramp and off of Kuebler Blvd. by the southbound I-5 on ramp. The work should continue for several weeks.
While there will be no lane closures or delays on the ramps or I-5, motorists should notice the increased activity. Also, the contractor may need to close the shoulder on the southbound I-5 off ramp to access the adjacent property. Motorists should be aware of intermittent flagging. In addition, the contractor will use Fairview Industrial Drive SE in Salem near where it crosses under I-5. Motorists using Fairview Industrial Drive should drive with caution through that area.
The clearing of trees and other vegetation is the first visible work on the I-5 Kuebler Interchange Project. The project is expected to go to bid in the spring with major construction beginning shortly after.
The I-5 Kuebler Interchange Project will address the increasing congestion at the interchange by modifying the existing southbound off ramp. The new ramp will meet modern standards and contain excess capacity. The project will also add a westbound to southbound loop ramp and modify an eastbound to southbound ramp, which will decrease the conflicts at Kuebler that have caused back-ups on I-5 southbound.
Most of the funding for the project comes from the Jobs and Transportation Act (JTA), approved by the Oregon Legislature. The project is expected to be completed in fall of 2016.
Know Before You Go
For the latest road conditions, visit: www.tripcheck.com
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Sumpter Scoop
Home of the Stingrays
Sumpter Elementary School Janet Prats, Principal
525 Rockwood St SE Salem, OR 97306 503-399-3337 www.http//sumpter.salemkeizer.net
| Inside This Issue: “Salem keizer public schools is an affirmative action equal opportunity institution.” | |
| 1 | Principals Pen: Janet Prats Article & Calendar of Events |
| 2 | Stingray News and Middle School Update for 5th Graders regarding IDT’s |
| 3 | Counselor Corner, Parent Club news & Principals Pen continued… |
| | Stingray News:
Crossler Middle School telephone number is 503-399-3444 Judson Middle School telephone number is 503-399-3201 · Important message to parents regarding dropping off and picking up students using the fire lane out front of the school: A driver must remain at the wheel at all times. You may not leave the vehicle unattended or parked. We must remain in compliance with the laws regarding keeping those areas clear for emergency vehicles if needed.
Counselors Corner: The Sumpter Giving Tree was a tremendous success!! Because of your generosity we were able to help multiple families put smiles on the faces of their children during the holiday season. The families were so grateful!! One parent with tears in her eyes commented that "now they will be able to have something under the Christmas tree." We only wish that those of you participated would have been able to be a fly on the wall to see the children's excitement as they opened your gifts. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for your participation. Gloria Flager, Counselor at Sumpter Vision: All students graduate and are prepared for a successful life. Parent Club News: Spirit Gear Information: We have a few Sumpter T-shirt and Sweatshirts available to purchase: $12 for T-shirts and $25 Sweatshirts from the parent club. Adult Sweatshirt XL Blue Adult T-shirt L Gray Youth t-shirt XS Gray Youth t-shirt M Gray Youth Sweatshirt S Blue Youth Sweatshirt M Blue. We have 4 people interested in ordering some other sizes, we need 12 items total to make an order. If you are interested in the ones we have available please email sumpterparentclub@gmail.com or if interested in ordering please fill out an order form located on the wall by the office and give to office with money. Principal’s Pen continued: … auction at Amedeus on February 15. Many of these same parents are also preparing for the annual May Family Fund Raiser/Soc-hop as well. The success of both of these events are dependent upon the generosity of donated goods and services. Some popular items being sought are medical and legal services, outdoor experiences (e.g. guided fishing tours), sports equipment, vacation rentals, restaurant and hotel donations, lottery tickets, entertainment tickets, sports tickets, retail items and gift certificates, etc. Be sure to watch for lists of suggested items in the next couple of newsletters. You can contact Michelle Muth or Jennifer Koenig at sumpterparentclub@gmail.com if you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help with soliciting items. Cold and flu season is full swing so be sure to remind your children to wash their hands with soap and water as often as possible. Washing hands several times a day is the best way to prevent spreading germs that cause colds or the flu. Here are 5 Steps for Proper Hand-Washing: If using soap and water for hand-washing, wet your hands with clean water- apply soap- lather all surfaces by rubbing hands together- rub hands together for 20 seconds- thoroughly rinse hands under running water to remove germs- use a paper towel to dry hands and then, if possible, use a paper towel to turn off the faucet. If you use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, apply product to one palm, rub your two hands together, making sure to reach all surfaces, and continue rubbing until hands are dry. Preventing a week or two of misery from the common cold or flu will be well worth those 20 seconds spent with soap and water. Please join me for another "coffee talk" in my office Friday, February 6, at 9:30 a.m. to discuss ideas for the school and just get to know each other better. I look forward to seeing you there. Happy New Year! Janet Prats |






