From: Andy Peters

Sent: Tue Jun 29 17:15:47 2021

To: Gerald Fisher

Subject: Re: LOC Bulletin - June 25 edition

Importance: Normal

 

Understand. Thanks!

 

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From: Gerald Fisher <gfisher@cityofmolalla.com>

Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:59:09 PM

To: Andy Peters <apeters@cityofmolalla.com>

Subject: RE: LOC Bulletin - June 25 edition

Just passed the senate. Not law yet.

Regards,

Gerald Fisher, P.E. | Public Works Director

City of Molalla

117 N Molalla Ave. | PO Box 248 |Molalla, OR 97038

Office: 503.829.6855 | Direct: 503.759.0218

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From: Andy Peters <apeters@cityofmolalla.com>

Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:33 PM

To: Gerald Fisher <gfisher@cityofmolalla.com>

Subject: Fwd: LOC Bulletin - June 25 edition

Gerald, here is the newsletter I got this morning. The SDC legislation comes up if you click on their link. Thanks!

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Subject: LOC Bulletin - June 25 edition

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June 25, 2021

 

  

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Legislative News in One Place

The latest news for cities from the legislative session is available on the Advocacy Center webpage. As the session concludes this weekend, here are updates on key bills for cities:

 

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Governor Announces Oregon to Re-Open No Later than June 30

The governor signed a recovery-focused executive order Friday that will lift all remaining COVID-19 health and safety restrictions issued under emergency statutes. Read the governor’s news release and watch the press conference here.


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/67fc0b36-eaf0-43d2-8253-91624031a62c.jpg"Updated ARPA Reporting Guidance Released

The U.S. Treasury has released new guidance on compliance and reporting that every city will need to follow when they report on their American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures. Read more


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/9d3b100e-2551-4089-81fc-d5740d69f041.jpg"White House Outlines $1.2 Trillion Federal Infrastructure Plan

The framework includes a wide spectrum of investments in green infrastructure, school facility improvements, roads, bridges and rail. Readmore


 

 

image "https://gallery.mailchimp.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/435588cf-7054-4025-bd83-870a2e22e368.jpg"LOC Updates its Legal Guide to Collecting Lodging Tax

The LOC has updated its Legal Guide to Collecting Lodging Tax in Oregon. This update specifically amends the LOC’s Model TLT Ordinance by inserting language that allows the Oregon Department of Revenue, if a city so chooses, to act as a city’s tax collector pursuant to ORS 305.620. In updating the Model TLT Ordinance, the LOC worked closely with the DOR and its attorney.


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/ade5df55-3b05-b622-ccf7-47ab334827f1.png"Emergency Rental Assistance Program Open for Tenant Relief

Cities are encouraged to continue promoting the Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP) for funding to pay rent, rent arrears, future rent and certain home utility costs. Read more

 


 

image "https://gallery.mailchimp.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/d0f340cf-292d-472b-b516-0aebbdd6556b.jpg"DEQ Releases Updated Draft Rules for the Climate Protection Program

The new program would carry out Governor Brown’s Executive Order 20-04, which includes directives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address the effects of climate change. Read more

 


 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/bae00c9c-95fc-422c-91bc-2166bae2473c.png"Join the Local Government People of Color Caucus

Did you know that the LOC Board has recognized a People of Color Caucus? Are you a city elected official of color? All are welcome to join the July 2 meeting. Read more


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/f4ba29f7-9389-29ef-ca70-fe3ce161e2b4.jpg"LOC and AOC Hosting Broadband Webinar

All city and county officials are invited to attend a free webinar on July 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., which will focus on making connectivity a reality in your community. Read more


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/05ab9b72-89eb-453e-8fb2-ef712e38bd70.jpg"Listen to LOC's Statewide Conference Call

This week's call for city leaders included: an update from Governor Brown's office; the latest on the legislative session from the LOC; a federal advocacy report from the NLC; and a status update on the chlorine shortage situation from the Oregon Office of Emergency Management. Please note – moving forward, these conference calls will be scheduled as needed, and cities will receive advance notification via email. Listento a recording of the call


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/f3f43e89-690e-86e1-50f3-b284b5ab09e8.jpg"New LOC Podcast: Salem Mayor Chuck Bennett

Inthis episode, Salem Mayor Chuck Bennett joins us for a conversation about his many years serving the city of Salem, the challenges and successes he has experienced, along with his vision for the future.

 


 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/add3f42c-b9b0-54d7-658b-0ce9e96ccdca.png"Registration Open for Eastern Oregon Economic Summit

Hermiston will be the host site for the summit, scheduled for August 19-20. The program includes field and industry tours, as well as a general session on issues and opportunities impacting communities in Eastern Oregon. Several business and economic development organizations are sponsoring the event. Read more


 

 

image "https://gallery.mailchimp.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/f10adebd-0753-4e05-990b-360e40546477.jpg"Register Now for the OMA Summer Conference

The OMA Summer Conference will be held in-person July 29-31 at the Mill Casino in North Bend. The popular silent auction will be back this year, with proceeds benefiting the OMA scholarship program. Find more information and register on the OMA website.


 

 

image "https://mcusercontent.com/5ed0e37bfa6cd50a448dff14e/images/13157193-869a-ec04-4037-d4a86239e699.gif"New State Procurement System Launches July 1

With federal money on the way to Oregon, there’s a new state system July 1 to help cities and counties modernize how they put those dollars to work. Called OregonBuys, it brings some immediate benefits. Read more


 

 

  

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