New EV Charging Stations At Samaritan North Lincoln

Those lining up for the ribbon-cutting ceremony include, from left, Foundation

Development Specialist Kennedy Stentz (holding a charging plug), Michelle O’Neil with Lakeview Senior Living, hospital CEO Dr. Lesley Ogden, Lincoln City Mayor Susan Wahlke (also holding a charging plug), Steven Alaman with Pacific Power, and hospital COO Jennifer Will.

Electric vehicle charging stations are now available at Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital in Lincoln City, expanding clean transportation and supporting a healthier, more sustainable community. Celebrating the project completion, a ceremony was held Thursday, March 6, with officials from Samaritan and Pacific Power joining community members for a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce. The celebration also featured a branded electric vehicle from Pacific Power, showcasing the impact of clean energy investments.

Funded by a grant from Pacific Power’s Electric Mobility Grant Program, this initiative marks a significant milestone in the hospital's commitment to advancing sustainable transportation solutions within the community. “This project not only enhances accessibility to electric vehicles but also reinforces our dedication to environmental stewardship and community well-being,” said Lesley Ogden, MD, CEO of Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital. “These charging stations will help the environment through sustainable practices, which align with our mission of building healthier communities together. It’s all thanks to Pacific Power. Their support provided 100% of our project costs.”

Those who joined Dr. Ogden at the ceremony included hospital Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Will, North Lincoln Hospital Foundation donors, hospital staff and volunteers, highlighting the community’s shared commitment to sustainability and clean transportation.

“We are thrilled to see our vision of a more sustainable future for North Lincoln come to

fruition,” said Leslie James, executive director of the North Lincoln Hospital Foundation.

Kate Hawley, manager of Customer Solutions at Pacific Power, emphasized the transformative impact of the collaboration: “This partnership exemplifies how working together can empower Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital to illuminate a better future for our community. We are proud to support Oregonians in embracing electric mobility as we advance towards a sustainable energy landscape.”

The hospital’s two newly installed Level 2 charging stations, with four dedicated parking spaces, are in the main parking lot. Two of the stations are available at no cost to patients and visitors, while hospital employees can access the second set of chargers for a nominal fee.The charging stations are expected to serve a wide range of community members, including hospital staff who commute using electric vehicles and visitors traveling to the Oregon Coast. A survey of hospital employees indicated that 50% either own an electric vehicle or plan to purchase one in the future, making this a valuable addition to the hospital’s amenities. For more information visit pacificpower.net/EV.