SALEM, Ore. – An Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) state forests advisory group will meet Friday, June 11 virtually via Zoom to hear an update on a draft Habitat Conservation Plan and development of a related Forest Management Plan for western Oregon’s state forests. Other matters on the agenda include an update on strategic planning for the agency’s Recreation, Education and Interpretive program, the 2021 legislative session, and the Santiam State Forest restoration. The State Forests Advisory Committee will meet at 8:30 a.m. via the Zoom virtual meeting platform. Instructions to view or listen to the meeting will be posted along with the full meeting agenda at http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/Board/Pages/SFAC.aspx. A public comment opportunity will be provided at the beginning of the meeting. Requests for an interpreter for the hearing impaired or other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Questions about accessibility or special accommodations for the meeting can be directed to the Oregon Department of Forestry at 503-945-7427.
