Changes to Statewide Anniversary Designations, Oct. 2

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is accepting public comments on changes to Oregon Administrative Rule language regarding statewide anniversary designations. The proposed changes include a rule amendment and a rule adoption, with the former necessary to reflect a law enacted during the 2019 legislative session. The proposed amendment would update the responsibility of the Oregon Heritage Commission from designating statewide anniversary “celebrations” to statewide anniversary “commemorations.” The proposed adoption adds a rule to clarify the application process for events seeking designation. OPRD will accept public comments on the proposed changes through 5 p.m. Oct. 31. Comments can be made online, in writing or via email:  Online: oregon.gov/oprd/RULES/Pages/Rulemaking%20Notices.aspx In writing: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, attn. Katie Gauthier, 725 Summer St NE, Suite C, Salem OR 97301 Email: OPRD.publiccomment@oregon.gov. After reviewing public comments, OPRD staff plan to present a final recommended rule for consideration by the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission at its November 2019 or February 2020 business meeting. The full text of the proposed change is available online at oregon.gov/oprd/Rules/pages/index.aspx.