04-29-26 Commissioner Tim Freeman Re-Elected To DFPA Board Of Directors (Photo) - 04/29/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 28, 2026

Commissioner Tim Freeman Re-Elected to DFPA Board of Directors

(Douglas County, Ore.) – Douglas County Commissioner Tim Freeman has been re-elected to the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) Board of Directors, continuing his service as an ex-officio board member representing the County.

Freeman’s reelection continues the longstanding partnership between Douglas County and DFPA, helping ensure coordinated efforts to protect lives, property, and natural resources across the region.

“This role helps keep the County closely connected with DFPA and supports their mission to serve the people of Douglas County,” said Commissioner Freeman. “Given my responsibilities representing the County during wildfire incidents, this continued partnership is critical to maintaining strong collaboration with DFPA and our many partner agencies.”

DFPA was formed in 1912 and plays a key role in wildfire prevention, detection, and suppression on 1.6 million acres of private, county, state, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Indian Affairs lands within the Douglas District.  They work alongside and in cooperation with local, county, state, and federal partners.  Historically, DFPA suppresses about 100 fires per year which collectively burns approximately 4,000 acres.  To learn more about DFPA visit https://www.dfpa.net/.  

Your Douglas County Commissioners remain committed to supporting interagency coordination and preparedness efforts that enhances community safety, not only during wildfire season, but all year long. 

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Media Contact: Tamara Howell, Chief Public Affairs Officer | Douglas County Public Affairs Office | Office: (541) 957-4896 |

Cell: (541) 670-2804 | Email: tamara.howell@douglascountyor.gov