Halloween in the Park 2014 Pictures

The Gift of Gobble!

Promotion flyers are available at the co-op, located at 308 Yelm Ave. E. For more information, call 360-400-2210.

We received this email from Heidi at The Phoenix Rising School:

Good Afternoon, 

I asked Aaron if I could get your email addresses so I could let you know about an opportunity for families in case you weren't aware. The Yelm Co-op is doing its annual 'Gift of Gobble' event, which supplies local families in need with a complete Thanksgiving feast. Their goal this year is to supply 125 families. Believe it or not, every year they have trouble finding enough families.

Anyone can nominate a family anonymously at the co-op, and if the family does not want the contribution, they can of course turn it down. Please help to spread the word. Thanks!

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HEIDI SMITHCommunications and Outreach Manager
THE PHOENIX RISING SCHOOL
Igniting the Joy of Lifelong Learning
T: 360.446.1500
E: heidi@thephoenixrisingschool.org
Impact the future NOW, invest in our children TODAY!
Donate Online  to The Phoenix Rising School

USDA Grant Page to: Section 504 Repair Program

It was brought to our attention that we were missing both sides of the grant page of the Section 504 Repair Program document.  It's posted here for your convenience.  Thank you for your patience.  Linda

Involve a U.S. Veteran (in Lions)

We received the following email from Lions Clubs International today:

Dear Lions,

 

Veterans Day is Tuesday, November 11 ^th and is a time for all of us to pay tribute to the men and women that have served our country.  Make plans now to reach out to veterans and offer them the opportunity to continue to make a difference and change lives in their community.

The Involve a U.S. Veteran program waives the charter or entrance fee for any qualifying veteran who joins a new or existing Lions club.  Eligible veterans include retired U.S. military personnel or honorably-discharged members of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard Services, Marines, National Guard, Navy or Reserves.  Those currently serving in the National Guard or Reserves are also eligible. This special pilot program is offered only in the United States.

As service members leave the military and come home, Lions clubs provide them an opportunity to get involved in their communities and serve.  Visit the Involve a U.S. Veteran Web page to learn more about this special program. You can download a fact sheet, promotional flyer, certification form and a sample press release to help promote your Lions club.

Sincerely,

Scott Drumheller

Executive Administrator & Secretary

Lions Clubs International 

USDA 502/504 Direct Programs - Rural Grants and Loans

We received forms for people who need loans to build or repair their homes from the USDA. You can find the forms 502/504 at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/wa.  I scanned them and they are shown below.  (There are 12 pages.)

There are some loans, for very low income, there are some grants.  Grants do not have to be repaid by the recipient as long as they meet the terms of the grant.  (If they are having repairs made to their property, that the repairs are made according to the terms of the grant. In other words, if you're getting a grant for a roof, you don't put in a swimming pool.  

Rural & Tribal Transit for Yelm & Rainier

Below is an email received by Evan and myself from Fred Evander Rainier City Planner on helping to construct a rural bus stop in Rainier.  

Both Evan and myself feel this is something we can do as a club for Rainier and maybe even get some wheel chair ramp builders to assist. Evan also suggested we try and get the American Legion involved with us. 

There are some things we can do with little or no cost. We also believe our club can afford to construct a bus stop shelter in Rainier. Please contact Evan or me with your thoughts.

Fred needs our club's response by mid November.

Thanks,

George

So far, the general consensus from our Rainier Lions Club members is "Yes" to building the rest stop for the                Rural Transit.  Please send us your input.

Fred Evander, City Planner for Rainier, sent the Rainier Lions information on the Rural & Tribal Transit for Rainier & Yelm.  

From: Fred Evander

Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2014 11:23 AM

To: mailto:tipsooloopy@fairpoint.net

Subject: Rural and Tribal Transportation

Hey George,
Attached is the letter…

Potential donation options include:

-Donation of a bus stop sign or shelter that somebody on the Lions (or somewhere else) made

-Volunteer time (say an hour a month commitment from somebody) to discuss RT with residents, at the Lions meetings, etc.

-Use of your reader board sign on Binghampton to promote RT for a certain amount of time.

-Money

Anyway that the Lions could help would be appreciated.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Fred

___________________________________ Fred Evander, Associate Planner

Thurston Regional Planning Council
2424 Heritage Court SW, Suite A
Olympia, WA  98502
Phone:  (360) 956-7575
Fax:  (360) 956-7815

Website:  www.trpc.org Please review: