OPRD Commission, Feb. 23

OPRD release – The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission will convene Feb. 23-24 via conference call.  On Feb. 23, commissioners will attend a virtual work training session from 1-3:30 p.m. On Feb. 24, commissioners will convene an executive session at 8:30 a.m. to discuss real estate and legal issues. Executive sessions are closed to the public. A business meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. and will be open to the public. Anyone may listen to the business meeting or work training; instructions on how to attend will be posted on the commission web page prior to the meeting. The business meeting includes time for informal public comment related to any items not on the agenda. Registration is required to speak at the meeting, and is available online at bit.ly/registerfebcommission. Time per speaker is limited to three minutes. Please submit written public comments by 5 p.m. Feb. 21 to chris.havel@oprd.oregon.gov. The full agenda and supporting documents are posted on the commission web page. Notable requests: Adopt a rule to clarify hunting boundaries in state parks by requiring an online map and signs on site. Move forward projects to replace the dump station at Silver Falls State Park and repave areas within Collier Memorial State Park. Award $461,655 in grants for four county campground improvement projects that qualify for the County Opportunity Grant Program. Award $169,671 in grants for four projects that qualify for the Veterans and War Memorials Grant Program. Anyone needing special accommodations to join the meeting should contact Denise Warburton, commission assistant, at least three days in advance: denise.warburton@oprd.oregon.gov or 503-779-9729. Individuals who plan to present oral testimony are asked to email a copy of their statement to Warburton in advance. 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 at locations across the state.