NEWPORT – Staff from the office of Rep. Val Hoyle, D-Ore. have begun regular once-a-month sessions for Lincoln County residents to get in-person help on issues with federal agencies.

Hoyle’s staff will use the meeting room of the Lincoln County commission from 1:30-3:30 p.m. the fourth Friday of each month. The first session was Feb. 28; the next is March 28. No appointments are necessary.

While her district office is in Eugene, Hoyle said she wants residents of Lincoln, Benton, Douglas, Curry and Coos counties to have access to her staff and provide help on issues with federal agencies. People can also get assistance via www.hoyle.house.gov by following the prompts.

Hoyle staff member Cheri Brubaker said Keith Barnes, the county’s veterans services officer was on hand last month and will be available March 28.