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Annual Marine Law Enforcement Academy Training On Lake Billy Chinook Begins April 27 (Photo) - 04/21/26

The Oregon State Marine Board will be conducting its annual marine law enforcement training on Lake Billy Chinook in Jefferson County between April 27 and May 8. This intensive training is designed for new or seasonal marine law enforcement officers to train them in boating laws, boat handling, and water safety fundamentals. 

 

“Oregon has very diverse waterways for boaters to recreate, making it imperative that Oregon’s Marine Law Enforcement Officers are well trained for any situation with varying conditions,” said Edward Persichetti, Marine Law Enforcement Training Coordinator for the Marine Board.

 

Throughout this comprehensive, nine-day marine academy, officers get time behind the wheel to develop maneuvering skills for operating jet and propeller boats, including docking, turning, and emergency maneuvers. They also learn boating safety rules that they will be enforcing to keep everyone safe on the water. Persichetti added, “Lake Billy Chinook is ideal for this level of training and allows for different scenarios to be set up in various locations without impacting other recreators.”

 

The training includes accident investigation, boating under the influence (BUII) detection and apprehension, as well as other types of boater compliance with equipment, motorized boating safety education cards, or waterway access permits for paddlers. Students will apply their boat-handling skills in real-world scenarios that emphasize safety, courtesy, enforcement tactics, and accident prevention.

 

The marine academy is hosted by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, along with highly skilled deputies from around the state, taking an active role as instructors. 

 

Learn more about the Marine Board’s law enforcement partnerships with 30 county Sheriff’s Offices and the Oregon State Police.

 

Pictured: Deputy Dennis Greiner, Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office

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Attached Media Files: Deputy Dennis Greiner, Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office assisting students during on-water scenarios during the Marine Board's 2024 Marine Law Enforcement Academy,

Annual Marine Law Enforcement Academy Training On Lake Billy Chinook Begins April 27 (Photo) - 04/21/26

The Oregon State Marine Board will be conducting its annual marine law enforcement training on Lake Billy Chinook in Jefferson County between April 27 and May 8. This intensive training is designed for new or seasonal marine law enforcement officers to train them in boating laws, boat handling, and water safety fundamentals. 

 

“Oregon has very diverse waterways for boaters to recreate, making it imperative that Oregon’s Marine Law Enforcement Officers are well trained for any situation with varying conditions,” said Edward Persichetti, Marine Law Enforcement Training Coordinator for the Marine Board.

 

Throughout this comprehensive, nine-day marine academy, officers get time behind the wheel to develop maneuvering skills for operating jet and propeller boats, including docking, turning, and emergency maneuvers. They also learn boating safety rules that they will be enforcing to keep everyone safe on the water. Persichetti added, “Lake Billy Chinook is ideal for this level of training and allows for different scenarios to be set up in various locations without impacting other recreators.”

 

The training includes accident investigation, boating under the influence (BUII) detection and apprehension, as well as other types of boater compliance with equipment, motorized boating safety education cards, or waterway access permits for paddlers. Students will apply their boat-handling skills in real-world scenarios that emphasize safety, courtesy, enforcement tactics, and accident prevention.

 

The marine academy is hosted by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, along with highly skilled deputies from around the state, taking an active role as instructors. 

 

Learn more about the Marine Board’s law enforcement partnerships with 30 county Sheriff’s Offices and the Oregon State Police.

 

Pictured: Deputy Dennis Greiner, Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office

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Attached Media Files: Deputy Dennis Greiner, Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office assisting students during on-water scenarios during the Marine Board's 2024 Marine Law Enforcement Academy,

Marine Board Meeting In Tillamook, April 23 - 04/15/26

The Oregon State Marine Board will hold its quarterly meeting on April 23, at the Port of Tillamook, 4000 Blimp Blvd., Building #19 in the main conference room, beginning at 8:30 am.

Agenda items include:

  • Director’s Report, Informational
  • Boating Facility Cycle Two Grant Applications and Grant Cost Increases, Board Consideration
  • Siletz Rulemaking, Board Vote                                                                                           
  • McGuire Island Pass Through Zone Petition, Board Direction                   
  • Legislative Concepts, Board Direction                                                   
  • Free Waterway Access Permit Days, Board Direction

Public comments will be accepted in writing or during the meeting’s public comment period before the agenda items. To provide oral testimony, register by 5 p.m., April 21, with Jennifer Cooper at jennifer.cooper@boat.oregon.gov or by mail: Oregon State Marine Board, Attn: Jennifer Cooper, 435 Commercial St. NE, Suite 400, Salem, OR 97301.

 

Meeting materials and live stream link are available on the agency’s Public Meetings page.

Marine Board Meeting In Tillamook, April 23 - 04/15/26

The Oregon State Marine Board will hold its quarterly meeting on April 23, at the Port of Tillamook, 4000 Blimp Blvd., Building #19 in the main conference room, beginning at 8:30 am.

Agenda items include:

  • Director’s Report, Informational
  • Boating Facility Cycle Two Grant Applications and Grant Cost Increases, Board Consideration
  • Siletz Rulemaking, Board Vote                                                                                           
  • McGuire Island Pass Through Zone Petition, Board Direction                   
  • Legislative Concepts, Board Direction                                                   
  • Free Waterway Access Permit Days, Board Direction

Public comments will be accepted in writing or during the meeting’s public comment period before the agenda items. To provide oral testimony, register by 5 p.m., April 21, with Jennifer Cooper at jennifer.cooper@boat.oregon.gov or by mail: Oregon State Marine Board, Attn: Jennifer Cooper, 435 Commercial St. NE, Suite 400, Salem, OR 97301.

 

Meeting materials and live stream link are available on the agency’s Public Meetings page.

Marine Board Recognizes Umatilla Marina With Prestigious Golden Anchor Award (Photo) - 04/10/26

The Oregon State Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program is excited to announce the recipient of the 2025 Golden Anchor Award: the City of Umatilla, Marina and RV Park.

 

The marina itself has been a staple in the community for a long time, and even with a section of one of its docks currently closed and another dock with an older flotation system, the passionate management staff show their care and are always looking to improve on-site conditions.

 

The moorage facility offers 90 rentable slips, most of which are covered, with one dock section featuring open slips. The marina has cultivated a strong working relationship with the County Sheriff Marine Patrol Deputy and actively enforces state and facility moorage rules. For the past four years, marina staff “walk the docks” twice a year with the Marine Deputy, looking for valid registration decals and evaluating vessels for seaworthiness. The Deputy issues warnings and citations for non-compliance, and the marina managers work with the boat owners to ensure they address any identified maintenance issues. This three-way communication has proven to be an effective tool for all parties and enhances the moorage community.

 

The Umatilla Marina has a fully compliant fuel station with the required emergency procedures in place and a stock of oil absorbent materials. The fuel dock also hosts a well-maintained boat sewage pumpout station.

 

Additionally, all docks have oil spill response containers at the top of each gangway for use. The fuel station encourages and uses a "no-spill jug" to prevent spills during fueling. Every three years, staff are excited to receive a fresh supply.

 

The marina has a mix of gravel and paved parking lots, with the paved sections sloping towards vegetation areas since there are no storm drains to manage for this low rainfall area. Covered dumpsters are located throughout the facility. The Marina also manages a fish cleaning station, which is kept clean and organized. Additionally, marina staff have developed an emergency response plan and are prepared to implement it if necessary.

 

As part of Clean Marina re-certification, the Clean Marina Program Coordinator often provides recommendations to enhance a site. One of those recommendations in 2025 was to develop a used fishing line recycling spot near the fish cleaning station by contacting ODFW. The marina managers immediately reached out to their local ODFW STEP Biologist, Marty Olson, and now offer a used fishing line recycling station at the marina. This is one of the fastest implementations yet seen in the Clean Marina’s 20-year program history for this type of project.

 

On April 7th, the Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program Coordinator, Glenn Dolphin, presented the Golden Anchor Award to Salud Campos, the Marina Manager, at the City's monthly Council meeting.

 

Campos said, “The Clean Marina Program has provided clear standards that help us maintain consistent procedures throughout our facility. As a result, our day-to-day operations are safer, smoother, and more reliable for all boaters.” Campos added, “The certification also demonstrates our strong compliance with state and environmental regulations, which gives slip holders and visitors confidence that the marina is well-managed and safe.” The Marine Board wholeheartedly concurs.

 

Learn more about the Clean Marina program and the other 63 Marine Board-Certified Clean Marinas in Oregon.

 

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The Marine Board is funded by boater-paid fees and marine fuel taxes—not lottery or general fund tax dollars. These funds support boating safety, education, environmental programs, and waterway access facility improvements statewide.

 

Attached Media Files: Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program Coordinator, Glenn Dolphin, presented the Golden Anchor Award to Salud Campos, Umatilla Marina Manager,

Marine Board Recognizes Umatilla Marina With Prestigious Golden Anchor Award (Photo) - 04/10/26

The Oregon State Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program is excited to announce the recipient of the 2025 Golden Anchor Award: the City of Umatilla, Marina and RV Park.

 

The marina itself has been a staple in the community for a long time, and even with a section of one of its docks currently closed and another dock with an older flotation system, the passionate management staff show their care and are always looking to improve on-site conditions.

 

The moorage facility offers 90 rentable slips, most of which are covered, with one dock section featuring open slips. The marina has cultivated a strong working relationship with the County Sheriff Marine Patrol Deputy and actively enforces state and facility moorage rules. For the past four years, marina staff “walk the docks” twice a year with the Marine Deputy, looking for valid registration decals and evaluating vessels for seaworthiness. The Deputy issues warnings and citations for non-compliance, and the marina managers work with the boat owners to ensure they address any identified maintenance issues. This three-way communication has proven to be an effective tool for all parties and enhances the moorage community.

 

The Umatilla Marina has a fully compliant fuel station with the required emergency procedures in place and a stock of oil absorbent materials. The fuel dock also hosts a well-maintained boat sewage pumpout station.

 

Additionally, all docks have oil spill response containers at the top of each gangway for use. The fuel station encourages and uses a "no-spill jug" to prevent spills during fueling. Every three years, staff are excited to receive a fresh supply.

 

The marina has a mix of gravel and paved parking lots, with the paved sections sloping towards vegetation areas since there are no storm drains to manage for this low rainfall area. Covered dumpsters are located throughout the facility. The Marina also manages a fish cleaning station, which is kept clean and organized. Additionally, marina staff have developed an emergency response plan and are prepared to implement it if necessary.

 

As part of Clean Marina re-certification, the Clean Marina Program Coordinator often provides recommendations to enhance a site. One of those recommendations in 2025 was to develop a used fishing line recycling spot near the fish cleaning station by contacting ODFW. The marina managers immediately reached out to their local ODFW STEP Biologist, Marty Olson, and now offer a used fishing line recycling station at the marina. This is one of the fastest implementations yet seen in the Clean Marina’s 20-year program history for this type of project.

 

On April 7th, the Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program Coordinator, Glenn Dolphin, presented the Golden Anchor Award to Salud Campos, the Marina Manager, at the City's monthly Council meeting.

 

Campos said, “The Clean Marina Program has provided clear standards that help us maintain consistent procedures throughout our facility. As a result, our day-to-day operations are safer, smoother, and more reliable for all boaters.” Campos added, “The certification also demonstrates our strong compliance with state and environmental regulations, which gives slip holders and visitors confidence that the marina is well-managed and safe.” The Marine Board wholeheartedly concurs.

 

Learn more about the Clean Marina program and the other 63 Marine Board-Certified Clean Marinas in Oregon.

 

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The Marine Board is funded by boater-paid fees and marine fuel taxes—not lottery or general fund tax dollars. These funds support boating safety, education, environmental programs, and waterway access facility improvements statewide.

 

Attached Media Files: Marine Board’s Clean Marina Program Coordinator, Glenn Dolphin, presented the Golden Anchor Award to Salud Campos, Umatilla Marina Manager,