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The Interstate Bridge Replacement Project is an equity and climate

WebThe 2014 CRC project was estimated to cost $3.6 billion, $90 million of which was to destroy the old (and current) bridge. The bridge replacement itself would …

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Civic engagement needs to change. Here's what we're doing …

WebUntil now, that is. In this legislative session, 1000 Friends authored HB 2560, also known as Equitable Access to Civic Engagement. We invoked Goal 1 — “Citizen …

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Our newest Gerhardt report digs deep on state transportation …

WebCassie Wilson ’s research in this 2023 Gerhardt Report, Oregon in Motion: The Development and Impacts of HB 2017 and Recommendations for a 2025 …

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Public Transportation Is a Lifeline — Even During a Pandemic

Web“Public transit is a critical lifeline for millions of Americans, and this legislation will provide much needed support to the transit systems working tirelessly to provide …

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The State of Oregon’s Housing 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebHousing is a core element of Oregon’s land use program, as reflected in statewide land use Goal 10, Housing. 1000 Friends has been engaged in housing issues …

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Governor Kate Brown Directs Immediate Climate Action Through …

Web1000 Friends of Oregon supports Governor Brown’s March 10, 2020, Executive Order on climate change. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions accelerate climate change and pose …

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Help us encourage the legislature to increase the resiliency of …

WebThroughout this legislative session, 1000 Friends has been working on a group of bills that would not only help Oregon’s farmers, ranchers, and forestland …

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About Us 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebOur staff can be found on the road across Oregon, or at any of our regional offices . All offices can be reached by phone at (503) 497-1000 or by mail at: 1000 Friends of …

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Age-Friendly Oregon Summit 2023 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebThe Age-Friendly Oregon Summit brings together policy makers, advocates for older adults and people with disabilities, livability and intergenerational advocates, …

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HB 2001 gets us back on the housing track 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebFEBRUARY 28, 2023. Today, the Oregon legislature took a momentous step toward making sure that every Oregonian has the opportunity for accessible, affordable housing choices …

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Intel elbows for #1 polluter position in Oregon

WebThe federal funding adds to the $115 million in state taxpayer dollars for Intel’s semiconductor expansions. Intel is requesting permission from the Oregon …

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Opinion: Funding for I-5 bridge replacement must move forward

WebThis op-ed was originally published by the Oregonian/OregonLive on June 4, 2023.. By Indi Namkoong, Brett Morgan and Zachary Lauritzen Namkoong is …

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About Us 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebFriends of Polk County. (503) 585-6380 | [email protected] | newsletter. Friends of Polk County, Oregon, seeks to protect farm and forest lands which form the base of Polk …

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2022 legislative review 1000 Friends of Oregon

Web2022 legislative review. The Oregon legislature’s 2022 session opened on February 1 and will close by March 7. Traditionally, the “short” session is used to make …

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Overview of Land Use Program & Climate FINAL

WebThis is an overview of some of the primary ways in which Oregon’s land use program and its agency – the Department of Land Conservation & Development and its Commission – …

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Press Release Local advocates challenge city approval of freight

WebThe building site borders the Argay Terrace and Parkrose communities, two of the most racially and ethnically diverse areas of Portland. The current design plan …

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Unprecedented UGB exchange prioritizes housing production

WebMetro Council unanimously voted this month to address regional housing affordability and availability through its first-ever urban growth boundary (UGB) land …

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About Us 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebGeneral inquiries: Call (503) 497-1000 or email [email protected].; Reach a specific staff member: Browse our staff directory; Press requests: Email [email protected]; …

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Mid-Session legislative recap 1000 Friends of Oregon

WebMid-Session legislative recap. April 25, 2023. At the start of the 2023 legislation, in January, 1000 Friends was following about 150 bills that relate to land use. …

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