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While we are disappointed that voters did not approve Measure 14-85 (Hood River) or Measure 4-247 (Astoria), we are proud of the local, grassroots efforts that brought these measures to the ballot. 1000 Friends will continue to support people across the state who are advocating for housing affordability and access in their communities.

Several attempts are currently underway to open up rural areas, including farm and forest lands, wildlife habitat areas, rural hamlets, and other areas outside our towns and cities to housing and commercial development. These proposed changes are likely to cause conflicts and increased costs for working farms and ranches and adversely impact rural towns.

Modeling conducted by our 2026 Gerhardt intern shows that a transit-oriented development bill would significantly reduce both displacement and tailpipe emissions.

Robb Wolfson was our 2001 Gerhardt intern. 25 years later, he's a legal apprentice with a wealth of life experience that strengthens our work.

As homeowner and fire risk assessor Christina Meyer says, “Any little opening is an invitation to fire.” In this week’s featured video, she shares easy and even cost-effective ways to close off those fire risks and more effectively protect our homes and communities.

Right now, this campaign needs funding to combat big-money interests that oppose the campaign. Supporters are working hard to raise $5,000 to put up yard signs, send out mailers, and knock on doors. And you can be a part of this effort.

Throughout our Wildfire Wednesday series, we have explored the various actions that individual Oregonians and communities can take to be more wildfire prepared and to reduce the risk of wildfire occurring in their own community. Today, you get to see a concrete example taking place in Central Oregon.

1000 Friends of Oregon recently earned another legal victory—one that helps to ensure that the future growth of Oregon's communities will be based on up-to-date information and a fair public process.

This is an historic season for wildfires, and it’s not over yet. It’s time to take real steps to long-term protection for Oregon's communities, economy, and environment.

For the second time, LUBA remanded an application in Yamhill County for a conditional use permit to operate a bed and breakfast facility as a home occupation in a farm dwelling on exclusive farm use zoned land.