OPRD Commission, June 22

SALEM, Oregon — The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission will convene June 22-23 via conference call. On June 22, commissioners will attend a virtual work training session from 1-2:45 p.m. On June 23, commissioners will convene an executive session at 8:30 a.m. to discuss real estate, legal issues, and the agency director’s performance evaluation. Executive sessions are closed to the public. A business meeting will begin at 9 a.m. and will be open to the public. Anyone may listen to the business meeting; instructions on how to attend will be posted on the commission web page prior to the meeting. The agenda also includes a time for public comment. Registration is required to speak at the meeting, and is available online at bit.ly/registerjunecommission. Time per speaker is limited to three minutes. Please submit written public comments by 5 p.m. June 18 to chris.havel@oregon.gov. The full agenda and supporting documents are posted on the commission web page. Notable requests: Record the Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint Master Plan in state rule to guide development and management for the next 20 years. Adopt amendment to the Oregon Administrative Rules governing the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Adopt amendment to the Oregon Administrative Rules governing the National Register of Historic Places program. Distribute approximately $662,000 in grants to four projects that improve services for off-highway vehicle recreation as part of the All-Terrain Vehicle Grant Program. Distribute approximately $862,000 in grants for four counties for campground improvements that qualify for the County Opportunity Grant Program. Anyone needing special accommodations to join the meeting should contact Denise Warburton, commission assistant, at least three days in advance: denise.warburton@oregon.gov or 503-986-0719. People 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.