Subcommittee on Federal Forests, April 24

The Oregon Board of Forestry Subcommittee on Federal Forests will meet in Salem on April 24. The meeting is open to the public and a public comment period is on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. and end at approximately 5 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Santiam Room, Operations Building D, at the Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters, located at 2600 State St., in Salem. Agenda items include: An overview of the Federal Forest Restoration Program, Good Neighbor Authority and HB 4118; Information and discussion about priorities for fuel reduction treatments; An update and review of current federal policy work. Accommodations for people with disabilities, and special materials, services, or assistance can be arranged by calling the department’s Public Affairs Office, at least 48 hours in advance, at 503-945-7200.