State Forests Advisory Committee hosts field tour May 14, meets May 15 in Forest Grove
SALEM, Ore. – The State Forests Advisory Committee will host a tour in the Tillamook State Forest on May 14 and meet on May 15 in Forest Grove and the meeting will have a virtual option via Teams.
The public is welcome at both events. The field tour agenda and meeting agenda are posted on the SFAC webpage.
Details
Field tour: RSVP is requested for the field tour on May 14. See agenda for meeting locations and times. Tour attendees should provide their own lunch, refreshments, and transportation suitable for traveling on forest roads. Please RSVP no later than 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, to Nick Palazzotto, nick.palazzotto@odf.oregon.gov, 971-375-6344.
SFAC meeting: The committee will meet from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 15, at the ODF Forest Grove District Office, 801 Gales Creek Road. Topics on the agenda include reflections on the tour, division updates, Forest Management Plan (FMP) / Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) updates, division staffing update, current operational status, and draft FY27 Annual Operations Plan (AOP). The public will have the opportunity to provide comments virtually or in person at the beginning of the meeting.
SFAC’s role
The State Forests Advisory Committee (SFAC) is comprised of citizens and representatives of timber, environmental and recreation groups as well as a representative from one of Oregon’s federally-recognized tribes. The SFAC provides a forum to discuss issues, opportunities and concerns, and offer advice and guidance to ODF on the implementation of the Northwest Oregon State Forests Management Plan. The plan provides guidance for managing 640,000 acres within the Tillamook, Clatsop and Santiam state forests, and scattered state-owned forest tracts in West Oregon and Western Lane Districts through a balanced approach to generate revenue while prioritizing environmental and social benefits.
Requests for an interpreter for the hearing impaired or other accommodations for persons with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting Nick Palazzotto, nick.palazzotto@odf.oregon.gov, 971-375-6344.
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