By Kiera Morgan

The Special Districts Association of Oregon will present the award for Outstanding Special District Service to Clay Moore, from the South Beach RV Park as the volunteer of the year at their annual conference this weekend. Port of Newport General Manager Kevin Greenwood said he is proud to have him honored. He said that Moore does so much for the guests that it’s hard to put into words. He lives in the park year-round and really makes it a better place to be. Greenwood added that Clay meets and greets guests every day of the week with a smile and flair, as well as promoting local businesses by calling on the guests and letting them know about the attractions that they should see and the restaurants they shouldn’t miss.

“Clay has really poured his heart and soul into making this park amazing and accommodating for the guests. When people come in they ask where’s Clay?” Greenwood added “He is really the heart and soul of that RV park.” “Clay brings in repeat business and can usually talk a guest into staying a few more days just to enjoy the city.” Greenwood said Clay attends the weekly Newport Chamber of Commerce luncheons and represents the Port at these functions. Clay is 83 and still buzzing around like a 50-year old. Every 4th of July, Clay orchestrates a bicycle parade that is open to all of the RV Park and Marina guests. Greenwood and Port Commission President Walter Chuck will be attending the conference in Sunriver this weekend to support and recognize Clay in receiving his award.