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It's a new year, and the real possibilities are finally settling into place. Join us as we look ahead to Oregon's legislative long session, new land use leaders, and more in January's Oregon Stories.

Oregon is Oregon because of land use policy. But what makes our land use policy so special?

In just a few short days, winter officially arrives, and with it, a few extra minutes of light each day. See why we're hopeful about the brighter days ahead in December's Oregon Stories.

Applicants wanted the Polk County Commissioners to rezone over 200 acres of farmland from Exclusive Farm Use to zoning that would allow small-acre residential developments.

As you prepare for the holidays and the year beyond, our Executive Director Russ Hoeflich shares 6 big reasons (and lots more little ones) to keep supporting 1000 Friends of Oregon. Plus, a 2021 Legislative Preview!

Despite the challenges of the last 12 months, 2020 has been a year of incredible action and impact. In fact, we had to quadruple the size of this edition to fit it all in!

After 2 failed attempts, the Port of Columbia County is once again trying to convert high-value farmland—837 acres near blueberry and mint fields—to industrial use. Join 1000 Friends in stopping this irresponsible rezone.

New victories, new opportunities, new threats...and a sneak-peek at our brand-new Annual Report. All this and more in the bountiful November edition of Oregon Stories.

This year’s election was unlike any other in history — with a record turnout of voters exercising their right of civic involvement, the first statewide land use planning goal, Goal 1.

2020 has gone by in a flash — it’s hard to believe that we’re getting ballots in the mail this week. If you haven't gotten it, October 20th is the last day for county officials to mail ballots out.