Oregon Heritage Commission To Meet Oct. 25-26 In John Day And Online - 10/13/26

John Day - The Oregon Heritage Commission will have tours of local heritage preservation efforts in John Day on Oct. 25 and will meet for the business meeting on Oct. 26 at 9am at the Grant County Regional Airport and online via zoom.
 

The business meeting agenda includes a Commission discussion on the museum grant and heritage grant program, information on an update to the Cost of Collections Care report, a presentation on the Chinese Diaspora Project, an overview of the Oregon Covered Bridges Needs Assessment Report, and more.

This meeting is open to the public and there is an opportunity at the beginning of the meeting for public comment. Public comment can be made online or by written submission. For online attendance, registration is required. To view the full agenda, register for the virtual meeting, or learn more about public comment options, visit here.
 

The Heritage Commission’s nine Governor appointed members represent a diversity of cultural, geographic, and institutional interests. The Commission’s nine advisory members include representatives from the Oregon State Library, Oregon State Archives, State Historical Records Advisory Board, Higher Education Coordinating Committee, Travel Oregon, Oregon Historical Society, Department of Education, State Historic Preservation Office, and the Department of Land Conservation and Development.
 

The Commission is the primary agency for coordination of heritage activities in the state. This includes carrying out the Oregon Heritage Plan, increasing efficiency and avoiding duplication among interest groups, developing plans for coordination among agencies and organizations, encouraging tourism related to heritage resources, and coordinating statewide anniversary commemorations.
 

More information about the Oregon Heritage Commission is available online at www.oregonheritage.org and from Commission coordinator Katie Henry at 503-877-8834 or katie.henry@oprd.oregon.gov. 
 

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Temporary Closures At Humbug Mountain State Park And Cape Blanco State Park - 10/09/26

Trails will be closed starting mid- and late October.

Port Orford, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is conducting several land and forest management projects in October. This is a regular part of OPRD’s stewardship and supports healthy ecosystems.

Check the park pages linked below for updates.

Humbug Mountain State Park

Humbug Mountain Trail will be closed for about two weeks starting Monday, Oct. 19. OPRD is managing a sudden oak death infestation in tanoak. Sudden oak death is an invasive pathogen that causes tanoak to die. The treatment is necessary to remove the infected and dead tanoak to reduce the spread of sudden oak death within the park and surrounding areas.

Within the 21-acre treatment area all tanoak will be cut down and the tree stumps will be treated with herbicide to limit resprouting. This treatment will also reduce the chances of wildfire risk by removing the unhealthy and dead trees. Initially discovered in Oregon in 2001, this pathogen spread within Curry County affecting private, state, and federal landowners.

Cape Blanco State Park

The horse trail system will be closed for about three weeks starting Monday, Oct. 26. OPRD is reducing tree density within this area to enhance habitat, specifically to support the state and federally listed endangered western lily.

This work will take place across 34 acres and include removing tree seedings, saplings and other trees to allow more meadow species to thrive and reduce encroachment in the sensitive western lily area.

A Dragon In My Campground At Champoeg State Heritage Area (Photo) - 10/08/26

Aurora, Ore. – Oregon State Parks invites you to join award-winning author Silpa Kona for the launch of A Dragon in My Campground, a reading, and a Monster Watchers camping activity for kids and families on Oct. 17 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Books will be available at to purchase from the author and at the visitor center store.
 

Kona’s Monster Watchers series, which includes A Monster on My Trail, winner of a Moonbeam Children's Book Awards Gold Medal, and A Dragon in My Campground, winner of a Moonbeam Children's Book Awards Silver Medal, are a celebration of imagination, courage and exploring the outdoors.
 

In her own words, “I wrote it because I wanted kids—especially kids with big imaginations, big fears, or big feelings—to see themselves out on the trail. To know that being scared is okay. And that sometimes, the monster is just… a shadow with good PR.”
 

The event takes place at the Champoeg State Heritage Area visitor center. Pets are not allowed inside the building. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The event is free, but all vehicles must display a valid Oregon State Parks parking permit or camping reservation.
 

Oregon State Parks is committed to making our events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate, please contact Park Ranger Jeremy Williams at 503-800-3958 at least three days prior to the event.

Historic Cemeteries Commission Meets October 22 And Offers Eugene Masonic Cemetery Tour October 23 - 10/08/26

The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) will meet in Springfield at the Springfield City Hall Library Room, 225 5th Street, and via online meeting on October 22 at 1:00 p.m. The agenda includes discussion of the Oregon Heritage Plan, partnerships that support the Laurel Grove Cemetery and publications about historic cemeteries. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda includes an opportunity for public comment. Meeting information is on the agenda or you can follow this link to register for online access information.
 

The Eugene Masonic Cemetery visit will be October 23 at 11:00 a.m. Meet at the cemetery at  University Street and E 25^th Avenue.
 

State law established the seven-member Commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. For more information about commission activities, contact coordinator Kuri Gill at 503-986-0685 or by e-mail at kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov.
 

Special accommodations for the meeting – including translation services – may be made by calling (503) 986‐0609 or Kimberly.Spivey@oprd.oregon.gov at least 72 hours prior to the start of the meeting. For call-in details and the agenda or more information about the commission, visit www.oregonheritage.org.

Astoria Downtown Historic District Association Announced As 2027 Great American Main Street Award Semifinalist (Photo) - 10/07/26

Salem - Main Street America has announced Astoria Downtown Historic District Association (ADHDA) as a 2027 Great American Main Street Award (GAMSA) semifinalist. This prestigious award is the nation’s top award recognizing communities for their excellence in comprehensive preservation-based commercial district revitalization.

A jury of professionals and leaders in the fields of community and economic development and historic preservation convened to review a nationwide pool of applicants. After thoughtful deliberation, the jury unanimously selected eight semifinalists that demonstrate exemplary use of the Main Street Approach™ to lead community-based transformation strategies in their downtowns.

The 2027 Great American Main Street Award semifinalists are:

Center City of Amarillo, Inc. – Amarillo, Texas

Astoria Downtown Historic District Association – Astoria, Oregon

Downtown Excelsior Partnership, Inc. – Excelsior Springs, Missouri

Connect Downtown Johnson City – Johnson City, Tennessee

Village of Lake Orion DDA – Lake Orion, Oakland County, Michigan

Montpelier Alive – Montpelier, Vermont

Mainstreet Oceanside – Oceanside, California

Sapulpa Main Street – Sapulpa, Oklahoma

“The 2027 Great American Main Street Award Semifinalists are proud examples of the deep and lasting impact that Main Street programs can have on communities,” said Main Street America President and CEO Erin Barnes. “From reimagining after decline to rebuilding after natural disasters, these communities demonstrate the power of resilience, vision, and meaningful community engagement.”

Collectively, the 2027 GAMSA semifinalists have generated over $2.1 billion in local reinvestment, helped open 1,271 net new businesses, facilitated the creation of 7,607 net new jobs, catalyzed the rehabilitation of 2,411 historic buildings, and leveraged 252,493  volunteer hours.

Competing for the Great American Main Street Award is a significant achievement in the Main Street Movement, and receiving the award is an esteemed honor. Since its establishment in 1995, only 118 of over 2000 Main Street programs have been acknowledged as GAMSA-winning communities.

"Being a semifinalist for the Great American Main Street Award is an enormous honor," says ADHDA Executive Director Quinn Haase. "Being named a semifinalist two years in a row now just speaks to the commitment the community of Astoria has made towards a preservation-based approach to revitalization. The work itself is the reward, but it is reaffirming to know that our efforts do not go unnoticed." 

ADHDA is a member of the Oregon Main Street (OMS) Network, the state coordinating program of Main Street America that supports communities in preserving and enhancing their historic downtowns. As one of Oregon’s longest‑serving Main Street organizations, ADHDA has become a model for place-based revitalization that strengthens local economies and honors authentic heritage.

“We are incredibly proud of ADHDA’s leadership in preservation‑based revitalization," says Oregon Main Street Coordinator Ami Keiffer. “Their dedication to community engagement and strengthening Astoria’s historic downtown exemplifies the best of the Main Street spirit. Being named a semifinalist reflects the hard work, collaboration, and creativity happening in Astoria every day, and Oregon Main Street is excited to support and celebrate them in this national spotlight.”

The 2027 Great American Main Street Award ceremony will be held at the opening plenary of the 2027 Main Street Now Conference in Detroit, Michigan, on May 3, 2027, where three semifinalists will be recognized as recipients of the coveted honor.

ABOUT THE ASTORIA DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT ASSOCIATION

For the past 40 years, the ADHDA (previously the Astoria Downtown Development Association) has been a faithful steward of the downtown and has strived to keep the unique culture and character of Astoria at the forefront. From the creation of outlandish events such as the Jane Barnes Revue and the Sea Lion Calling Contest, from our work in bringing almost $1 million in restoration grant dollars to our downtown buildings, to our running of community programs such as the Astoria Sunday Market and Artwalk, our commitment to the continued success of downtown Astoria is apparent in every bit of the work we do. For more information, visit www.astoriadowntown.com.

ABOUT THE GREAT AMERICAN MAIN STREET AWARDS

The Great American Main Street Award program recognizes communities exemplifying the use of the Main Street Approach™ to revitalize commercial districts. Winners are selected from a nationwide pool of applicants by a jury of Main Street professionals and leaders in the fields of community and economic development and historic preservation. Since the award’s inception in 1995, over 110 Main Street programs have been honored as GAMSA communities. For more information, visit mainstreet.org.

ABOUT MAIN STREET AMERICA

Main Street America leads a movement committed to strengthening communities through preservation-based economic development in older and historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts. For more than 40 years, Main Street America has provided a practical, adaptable, and impactful framework for community-driven, comprehensive revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. Our network of more than 1,600 neighborhoods and communities, rural and urban, share both a commitment to place and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. For more information, visit mainstreet.org. 

ABOUT OREGON MAIN STREET
Oregon Main Street (OMS) partners with communities across the state to strengthen local economies, honor historic character, and foster vibrant, resilient downtowns. OMS is within Oregon Heritage at the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, and provides technical assistance, training, and a statewide network of support to communities of all sizes working to build vibrant, resilient commercial districts. Grounded in the Main Street

Approach™, the program empowers local leaders to celebrate heritage, foster economic vitality, and create welcoming places for all. More than 100 Oregon communities participate at various levels of the network, each demonstrating a shared commitment to preserving what makes Oregon’s downtowns unique. A 2022 Impact of Oregon’s Main Streets report found that between 2011 and 2021 Oregon Main Street communities helped generate $266 million in additional sales revenue in the State of Oregon and 2,400 jobs. For more information, visit www.oregonmainstreet.org.

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State Advisory Committee On Historic Preservation To Meet On October 15-16, In Corvallis - 10/01/26

Corvallis, Ore. – The State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) will meet on October 15 and 16, in Corvallis to consider proposed nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting is open to the public and will be offered in a hybrid format, with virtual participation available via Zoom.

The meeting agenda includes guided tours, presentations, and hearings for eight proposed nominations and one thematic Multiple Property Document. Tours will take place on October 15. The business meeting will be held on October 16, at the Benton County Museum Collins Family Education & Event Space – 411 SW 2nd St. in Corvallis. Both in‑person and virtual attendance options are available for the business meeting; tour information and instructions for registering to attend the meeting virtually are posted on the SACHP webpage.

The business meeting will include a presentation on the Oregon Heritage Plan and a courtesy review of a federal nomination for the San Francisco-Seattle Airway Beacon #34 in Jackson County. Beginning at 10:00am, the committee will review The Paid Labor of Women in Oregon: 1878–1990 Multiple Property Documentation Form and the following National Register nominations:
 

• Edith Yang House in Corvallis
• Pine Tavern in Bend
• Bolton School in West Linn
• Sundance Natural Foods in Eugene
• Taylor’s Coffee Shop in Eugene
• Molalla Log House in Clackamas County
• Calaroga Terrace in Portland 
   

Copies of the proposed nominations, the full meeting agenda, and instructions for submitting public comment are all available on the SACHP webpage.

The SACHP is a nine-member governor-appointed citizen commission with credentials in many historic preservation-related fields, including archaeology, architectural history, historic architecture, anthropology, history, and museum management. Nominations recommended by the SACHP are forwarded to the National Park Service, which maintains the National Register of Historic Places under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. This effort aligns with the Oregon Historic Preservation Plan goal to increase the number and thematic diversity of Oregon properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It also supports the goals to include more voices and increase access to Oregon heritage that are part of the Oregon Heritage Plan.

The meeting is accessible to people with disabilities. Special accommodations may be made with at least 48 hours of advance notice by calling (503) 986-0690.

More information about the SACHP and the National Register of Historic Places process is available online at www.oregonheritage.org and from SACHP staff assistant Val Ballestrem at 503-930-1206 or val.ballestrem@oprd.oregon.gov.

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Oregon Parks And Recreation Department Announces Restoration Efforts Underway At Historic Tub Springs (Photo) - 10/01/26

(Ashland, Ore.) – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is beginning restoration measures at the historic water feature at Tub Springs State Wayside, located along Green Springs Highway southeast of Ashland.

To protect the integrity of the site and prevent further deterioration, the historic stone tubs will be temporarily covered, and water will not be flowing through the tubs during this phase of restoration.

The decision follows earlier findings from the Oregon Health Authority, which determined that water at the site was no longer suitable for drinking due to high turbidity and a reclassification from groundwater to surface water. Restoration efforts require the tubs to be covered to safeguard the historic structures and prepare the site for long-term stabilization.

“Tub Springs is a cherished part of Oregon’s natural and cultural heritage,” said Nathan Seable, manager for OPRD’s Valley of the Rogue Management Unit. “Temporarily covering the tubs allows us to protect this unique feature while our team works toward a preservation plan that honors the site’s history and ensures its durability for generations to come.”

Tub Springs has served travelers since the 19th century, offering a scenic rest area along the Applegate Trail. Its tiered stone tubs and lush forest setting make it a landmark within the surrounding Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Visitors can continue to enjoy the wayside’s trails, picnic areas, restrooms and natural surroundings, but access to the tub feature will remain restricted during preservation activities.

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National Park Service Lists Two Former City Halls In The National Register Of Historic Places (Photo) - 09/30/26

CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Oregon – Former city hall buildings in Canby and Milwaukie are among Oregon’s newest entries in the National Register of Historic Places. Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation recommended the nominations for the two properties at its June 2026 meeting. Both city halls were constructed in the 1930s with financial support from the Public Works Administration (PWA). The National Park Service (NPS), which maintains the National Register, accepted the two nominations in September 2026, for their significance in the areas of Politics/Government and Architecture. The two nominations are the most recent to be associated with the Oregon New Deal Resources from the PWA and WPA, 1933-1943 Multiple Property Document approved by NPS in 2022.
 

Located on Holly Street in downtown Canby, the former Canby City Hall was designed by architect George Howell Jones in the popular Colonial Revival style and completed in 1937. When first constructed, the Canby City Hall property included council chambers, city offices, a library, firehouse, and jail. It served as City Hall until 2016. Completed in 1938, the Milwaukie City Hall, located on Main Street in downtown Milwaukie, was designed by architect Walter E. Kelly in the Classical Moderne style with art deco flourishes. Like its counterpart in Canby, the building once served multiple purposes, with council chambers, city offices, fire station and library. It served as City Hall until 2022.
 

The Oregon New Deal Resources from the PWA and WPA, 1933-1943 Multiple Property Document (MPD) provides an overview of PWA and Works Progress Administration (WPA) funded construction projects in Oregon, establishing a framework for identifying and listing properties, built with funding through these two New Deal programs, in the National Register. 
 

The National Register of Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places is maintained by the National Park Service under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Properties listed in the National Register are:

• Recognized as significant to the nation, state, or community;

• Considered in the planning of federal or federally assisted projects;

• Eligible for certain federal and state tax benefits;

• Qualified for historic preservation grants when funds are available;

• Eligible for leniency in meeting certain building code requirements;

• Subject to local laws pertaining to the conservation and protection of historic resources.

State law in Oregon requires local governments to offer a minimal level of protection for properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places; decisions about how to accomplish that goal reside with local governments, which also have the authority to create and regulate local historic districts and landmarks.
 

Visit the National Register program webpage at: https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/national-register.aspx to explore listed properties, review eligibility criteria and the nomination timeline, access research tools, and those interested in seeing if their property is eligible can submit a Historic Resource Record (HRR) form to receive preliminary feedback from State Historic Preservation Office staff.

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Parks Commission Approves Acquisition Of Abiqua Falls, Agency Considers Next Steps - 09/23/26

(SALEM, Ore.) – The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission received an update about the Agency Request Budget, approved acquisition of Abiqua Falls properties and approved several rule updates at its Sept. 23 meeting.
 

Abiqua Falls properties

The commission approved acquisition of the Abiqua Falls properties for $2 million. The purchase includes 160 acres of land with unmaintained, user-created trails leading to areas popular for hiking, photography, and fishing.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is still working through options for the properties’ development and management. The agency anticipates having something more concrete by the time the property transaction closes, likely near the end of the year.

“Abiqua Falls is a great example that parks are not just nature,” said OPRD director Lisa Sumption. “It takes continuous staff, time and money for us to bring a property like this up to state park standards and keep it there.”

Depending on the level of development and management structure, the cost of this work varies. The commission directed OPRD staff to provide an update in November, prior to finalizing the transaction, about plans for development and long-term management as a result of ongoing discussions with Marion County and the Oregon Department of Forestry.

OPRD submits balanced budget

The agency submitted its budget for the 2027-2029 biennium to the Governor at the end of August.

“I’m proud to say we’re able to present a balanced budget despite the financial pressures we’re facing,” said chief financial officer Sarah Head. “By making tough decisions like increasing fees and hiring fewer seasonal park rangers, our budget is more stable in the short term.”

OPRD is currently reviewing data about visitation and revenue for the summer and will share information with the commission at the November meeting.

Additional items included:

• Approving disposition of the Frenchglen Corrals to the Frenchglen School District.
• Approving construction contracts for Silver Falls for well construction.
• Approving adoption of amendments to the archaeological permit, Local Government Grant Program, Land and Water Conservation, and agency procurement rules.

The next commission meeting will be held in Newport on Nov. 17 and 18, 2026. The full agenda packet will be available online one week in advance.

To watch the September commission meeting or any others, visit OPRD’s YouTube page and find supporting documents on the commission web page.

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The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission promotes outdoor recreation and heritage by establishing policies, adopting rules and setting the budget for the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The seven members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Oregon Senate. They serve four-year terms and meet several times a year virtually or at locations across the state.

National Park Service Approves Update To Union Station National Register Of Historic Places Nomination (Photo) - 09/22/26

PORTLAND, Oregon – Union Station in Portland was originally listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. At its June 2026 meeting, Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) reviewed and recommended an update to the nomination. The National Park Service (NPS), which maintains the National Register, approved the updated nomination in late August 2026. The update demonstrates that Union Station is significant in the areas of Black History and Commerce, connecting the station to the African American Resources in Portland, Oregon, from 1851 to 1973 Multiple Property Document approved by NPS in 2020.
 

From the time it first opened in 1896, to 1971 when Amtrak took over passenger rail service, Union Station was the single largest employer of African Americans in Portland. Among the employment opportunities were positions as porters, waiters, cooks, washroom attendants, car cleaners, and laundry workers. These positions offered financial stability for many African Americans in the Portland area. Union Station was also the site where the first Black unions in Portland were organized. By the 1920s Union Station was at the heart of Portland’s Black community in an area that also included homes and businesses such as the Golden West Hotel.  
 

The African American Resources in Portland, Oregon, from 1851 to 1973 Multiple Property Document (MPD) provides an overview of the history of African Americans in Portland through seven different historical contexts and establishes a framework for identifying and listing Portland’s African American resources in the National Register of Historic Places. The updated nomination fits within the framework established by the MPD, demonstrating that for 75 years, Union Station played an important role within Portland’s Black community.
 

The National Register of Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places is maintained by the National Park Service under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Properties listed in the National Register are:

• Recognized as significant to the nation, state, or community;
• Considered in the planning of federal or federally assisted projects;
• Eligible for certain federal and state tax benefits;
• Qualified for historic preservation grants when funds are available;
• Eligible for leniency in meeting certain building code requirements;
• Subject to local laws pertaining to the conservation and protection of historic resources.

State law in Oregon requires local governments to offer a minimal level of protection for properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places; decisions about how to accomplish that goal reside with local governments, which also have the authority to create and regulate local historic districts and landmarks.
 

Visit the National Register program webpage at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/national-register.aspx to explore listed properties, review eligibility criteria and the nomination timeline, access research tools, and those interested in seeing if their property is eligible can submit a Historic Resource Record (HRR) form to receive preliminary feedback from State Historic Preservation Office staff.
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National Park Service Lists Peter And Laurie King Kerr Estate In The National Register Of Historic Places (Photo) - 09/17/26

PORTLAND, Oregon - The Peter and Laurie King Kerr Estate (now known as Elk Rock Garden) is among Oregon’s newest entries in the National Register of Historic Places. Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) recommended the nomination at its June 2026 meeting for the property’s significance, in the areas of architecture and landscape architecture, as a rare surviving Portland area example of a turn-of-the-century country estate. The National Park Service, which maintains the National Register, accepted the nomination in late August 2026.
 

Located on the outskirts of South Portland, the Peter and Laurie King Kerr Estate was designed and constructed between 1897 and 1957 and it still reflects the layered contributions of its owner, grain commission merchant Peter Kerr, and several prominent design professionals, including landscape architects John C. Olmsted and Adolph Meyer, horticulturalist Emanuel T. Mische, and architects Ellis F. Lawrence and William Holford, the designers of the Kerr residence located on the grounds. Now open to the public, the Peter and Laurie King Kerr Estate stands as one of the Portland area’s only country estates or large private gardens that retains much of its original scale, setting, and design.
 

The National Register of Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places is maintained by the National Park Service under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Properties listed in the National Register are:

• Recognized as significant to the nation, state, or community;

• Considered in the planning of federal or federally assisted projects;

• Eligible for certain federal and state tax benefits;

• Qualified for historic preservation grants when funds are available;

• Eligible for leniency in meeting certain building code requirements;

• Subject to local laws pertaining to the conservation and protection of historic resources.

State law in Oregon requires local governments to offer a minimal level of protection for properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places; decisions about how to accomplish that goal reside with local governments, which also have the authority to create and regulate local historic districts and landmarks.

 Visit the National Register program webpage at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/national-register.aspx to explore listed properties, review eligibility criteria and the nomination timeline, access research tools, and those interested in seeing if their property is eligible can submit a Historic Resource Record (HRR) form to receive preliminary feedback from State Historic Preservation Office staff.

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Local Government Grant Program Advisory Committee To Evaluate Grant Applications - 09/15/26

The Local Government Grant Program Advisory Committee will meet Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, 2026, to evaluate grant applications from around the state for projects that support the acquisition, development or rehabilitation of outdoor recreation facilities.

The meeting will be held on Zoom. Meeting details, including the agenda and list of project proposals, are available online.

The meeting is open to the public, but there will not be time for public comments during the meeting. The committee will evaluate 43 applications over the three days. Approximately $17 million of grant funds are available.

After applicants provide a brief presentation of their proposals, the committee will evaluate and score all applications and create a priority ranking list of projects to be funded. The list will be sent to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission for final review and approval.

The advisory committee consists of 10 members who represent cities, counties, park and recreation districts, port districts, people with disabilities and the general public. They also represent various geographic areas of the state. 

The Local Government Grant Program was established in 1999 to direct a portion of state lottery revenue to award grants to eligible applicants for outdoor park and recreation projects. The program is administered by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.

For more information contact Jennifer Dimsho, Program Coordinator at 503-951-1317 or Jennifer.Dimsho@oprd.oregon.gov or visit the program website. If special accommodations are needed to attend the meeting, contact Jennifer Dimsho at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.