Defending Democracy: Interrupting Voter Intimidation and Misinformation
2020-10-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
As rumors fly about who can and can’t vote by mail, and threats to a safe and fair election escalate, rural Oregonians are taking action to defend democracy, build community, and ensure that everyone who can vote does indeed vote!
Join us to strategize about:
-How we can counter disinformation with accurate details on who can vote and how.
-What we can do to make sure ballot drop boxes and post offices remain accessible and safe for our neighbors to drop off their ballots.
-How we can effectively de-escalate and respond to threats and intimidation tactics.

State of the County
2020-10-27
You’re invited to join the Bend Chamber, in partnership with Cascade Insurance Center and Mid Oregon Credit Union, for annual updates on the State of the County and State of the City.
You’ll gain critical insights into how Deschutes County and the City of Bend are tackling the tough challenges facing Central Oregon. Discussions include: updates on each agency’s COVID response, economic vitality, burgeoning growth and its impacts on transportation, housing and other vital services.
With Deschutes County Commissioners
Patti Adair, Tony DeBone & Phil Henderson

Chuush Fund Webinar
2020-10-27
Since May of 2019, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs has been under an emergency disaster declaration due to immediate health threats resulting from a 14” water main line break in the Shitike Creek. Because of deferred maintenance over several decades, Tribal members are facing rolling water outages and “boil water” notices across Oregon’s largest reservation with no relief in sight.
In the short term, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, with MRG Foundation support, created The Chúush Fund, which accepts contributions from foundations and individuals to directly benefit the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs as they work to restore their access to and infrastructure for clean water.
Join the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, MRG Foundation, Blue Mountain Land Trust, Columbia Land Trust, Columbia Riverkeeper, Deschutes Land Trust, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, The Nature Conservancy of Oregon, and Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility for a special webinar on the Chúush Fund.

Social Safety Nets in a Global Crisis: Challenges and Lessons Learned Amid a Pandemic
2020-12-16
At a time when national resources are under strain between competing demands, how are safety net programs faring during the COVID-19 pandemic? Join FAO North America, the Alliance to End Hunger and a panel of experts to find out.

Legislative Advocacy Kickoff
2021-02-04
With Zoom and virtual committees this session, making your voice heard in Salem can be easier than ever.
In this virtual Legislative Advocacy Kickoff Central Oregon Landwatch will discuss their role in state policy building, identify what to look out for this session, and outline what you can do to advocate for the protection of the region’s lands, water, wildlife, and vibrant urban communities.
RSVP online.

Oregon Trails Coalition: Oregon Legislative Update and Training
2021-02-22
Learn more about Oregon Trails Coalition priorities this legislative session, the bills under consideration by Oregon lawmakers, and how to best make your voice heard this legislative session, and beyond.
Speakers:
Cailin O’Brien-Feeney, Director, Oregon Office of Outdoor Recreation
Steph Noll, Director, Oregon Trails Coalition
Priscilla Macy, Executive Director, Oregon Outfitters and Guides Association

Muckboots in the Capitol: Legislative Happy Hour with FoFF’s Policy Director
2021-03-09, 2021-03-11
Join Amy Wong, FoFF’s Policy Director, to chat about the 2021 legislative session and the bills they will be supporting. Stayed tuned for more info…

2021 Oregon Budget Virtual Hearings
2021-04-21 - 2021-04-22, 2021-04-22 - 2021-04-23
Representative Kropf would like to share important information and resources about Oregon’s upcoming Budget Virtual Hearings. The Joint Committee on Ways and Means will host the 2021 Oregon Budget Virtual Hearings to receive public feedback on how the Legislature should balance the state budget and use federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, these hearings will be conducted virtually and organized by congressional district. Members of the public will be able to submit written testimony, as well as provide live testimony by phone or video during the hearings. Oregonians can find their congressional district here
Link and agenda for April 21st.

Link and agenda for April 22nd.

2021 Oregon Budget Virtual Hearings
2021-04-24
Representative Kropf would like to share important information and resources about Oregon’s upcoming Budget Virtual Hearings. The Joint Committee on Ways and Means will host the 2021 Oregon Budget Virtual Hearings to receive public feedback on how the Legislature should balance the state budget and use federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, these hearings will be conducted virtually and organized by congressional district. Members of the public will be able to submit written testimony, as well as provide live testimony by phone or video during the hearings. Oregonians can find their congressional district here.

Central Oregon LandWatch: Virtual Open House
2021-05-12
What’s next for Central Oregon? For 35 years, LandWatch has been working to create well-planned cities and protect wild, open spaces across this region. In this virtual open house, COLW will share at how you can continue to support our forests and farmlands, protect our water and wildlife, and create thriving communities.
Learn about how you can defend and plan for Central Oregon’s livable future. Join for an interactive evening and engage in discussion with the LandWatch team.

Unpacking the Status of Oregon's Wolves
2021-10-20
If you care about wolves in Oregon and across the West, this is the webcast for you! In honor of Wolf Awareness Week, Wildlife Program Coordinator Danielle Moser and Northeast Oregon Field Coordinator, Rob Klavins will provide a thorough overview of the status of wolf protections, share opportunities for you to provide public comment, and more! In addition to this presentation, there will also be plenty of time to answer any questions you may have about wolf recovery efforts at the state or federal levels. Hope to see you there!

"Getting Dollars to Rural: Strategies for Funding Rural Priorities"
2021-12-15
Join Rural Development Initiatives for their next Community Conversations webinar.
Federal, state, and philanthropic resources to rural communities are disproportionately low, so hard-won consensus on priorities is met with significant resource challenges. This webinar will raise awareness of rural needs for grant funding, venture capital, and technical assistance, and the system shifts required to make those changes.

January Townhall with Jason Kropf & Phil Chang
2022-01-25
Join Commissioner Chang for a town hall moderated by Rep. Kropf on Tuesday, January 25 from 7-8pm!

Climate & Farmworker Rights Forum
2022-01-27
Did you know that, despite being essential workers, farmworkers have been excluded from overtime pay since 1938? Now, Oregon has the opportunity to right this historic wrong by passing the Farmworker Overtime bill. RSVP below to find out more on Thursday, January 27th from 6 to 7:30pm at the Climate & Farmworker Rights Forum.

This Is How We Win: Climate Organizing 100 Series
2022-07-27
Join OLCV to learn about climate organizing and how you can join the climate movement!
Join youth-focused workshops hosted by the Oregon League of Conservation Voters this summer. “This Is How We Win: Climate Organizing 100 Series” is an interactive workshop that aims to educate folks on the basics of progressive movement-building, policy advocacy, and grassroots political strategy. RSVP today to get engaged with the battle for our climate.
Wednesday, July 27th from 5:30 – 6:45pm (via Zoom): Demystifying the Legislative Process 101 (how does Oregon’s legislature work, what climate victories have we seen and what made them possible, and what’s on the ballot this November?)

InFARMation - Improving the Pickle Bill: More Opportunities for Small Farmer Value Added Products
2022-11-03
Come find out about the current law and its existing barriers, learn about the details of FoFF’s new proposal and understand how you can get involved.

2023 Plastic Policy Roundup
2023-01-18
This is a powerful year for potential change against plastic pollution in Oregon. Learn about upcoming legislative solutions and how you can help them pass. You’ll hear from Celeste Meiffren-Swango, State Director for Environment Oregon, Tara Brock, Pacific Counsel for Oceana, Charlie Plybon, Oregon Policy Manager for Surfrider, and Charlie Fisher, State Director of OSPIRG.
