[Heritage] Oregon Heritage News 2020-10-09
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Oregon Heritage News 2020-10-09
In this issue:
* REALM project update
* State Library COVID-19 resources
* NEDCC releases wildfire resources
* Historic cemeteries commission to meet, advises caution following fires
* Pay what you can registration for the American Folklore Society's annual conference, Oct 13-17, 2020
* Some history and information on voting from the Oregon Women’s History Consortium
* Historic Assessment Review Committee meets Oct. 20
* Take the 2020 Oregon Tourism Industry Stakeholder Survey
* Oregon Commission on Hispanic Affairs to meet Oct. 12
* Grants for small businesses available throughout Oregon
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REALM project update
REopening Archives, Libraries, and Museums (REALM) is a research project conducted by OCLC<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-k/>, the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-u/>, and Battelle<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-o/> to produce science-based information about how materials can be handled to mitigate COVID-19 exposure to staff and visitors of archives, libraries, and museums.
#REALMProject Webinar Recording:"Collections and Facilities: Caring for Your Resources During COVID-19."
NEDCC recommends the following in Preservation Leaflet 3.5, Disinfecting Books and Other Collections:<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-b/>
"It is incumbent on each organization to understand how its collection materials are used and handled and to review research results for data that can guide its decisions about quarantine." Information presented in this webinar can help guide your decision-making.
ACCESS the Webinar Recording HERE.<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-n/>
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State Library resources
The State Library of Oregon has some great COVID-19 related resources on their website<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/coronavirus/reopening> including the following:
* Advice from the Oregon Health Authority, based on the REALM project findings, on materials handled in libraries. Some of this may be applicable to museum collections given the types of materials. You can find that resource here: https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/ld.php?content_id=57803303.
* A Covid-19 Event Risk Assessment Planning Tool<https://covid19risk.biosci.gatech.edu/>. This tool can be used to explore the risk that at least one person at an event of a certain size is currently infected with COVID-19, given a certain number of circulating infections in the specified region.
* Resources regarding space considerations: Reopening Under COVID-19: A Space Planning Approach (Public Libraries)<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT05NDA1MjE1JnA9MSZ1PTEwMTg3ODQzMTcmbGk9Nzc5OTk5ODQ/index.html> & Understanding the impact of social distancing on occupancy (U.S. Fire Administration)<https://www.usfa.fema.gov/coronavirus/planning_response/occupancy_social_distancing.html>. Again, some of this may be applicable to museums, historical society settings, and genealogical society settings.
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NEDCC releases wildfire resources
The NEDCC Preservation Services Staff and the project's Train the Trainer Cohort have compiled a list of resources for wildfire events.
Resources include links to information:
- Before a Wildfire
- During a Wildfire
- After a Wildfire
- Collections Recovery
Download the Resource List - HERE.
<https://northeastdocumentconservationcenter.cmail19.com/t/y-l-uulizd-iydiuukyjd-p/>
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Historic cemeteries commission to meet, advises caution following fires
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries will meet by conference call at 1 p.m. on October 23. Its agenda includes fire response, a position paper on the Confederate flags in historic cemeteries, and a fire response update. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2020OctoberConfCallOCHCagenda.pdf> includes how to access the teleconference and the opportunity for public comment.
As crews are gaining more control over Oregon’s recent wildfires, people are beginning to access the burned areas. The commission urges caution when accessing cemeteries impacted by fire.
* Only cemetery authorities should access the cemetery, and they should wait for permission from local emergency agencies. Follow any professional guidance on appropriate protective wear.
* Cemeteries should post signs and attempt to limit access as much as possible until safety assessments are complete.
* When allowed, the cemeteries should assess safety.
* Ground is disturbed by burned roots, shifting rocks, use a stick to test the stability of primary walking paths. And be aware monuments and other features may be less stable.
* Monuments, including stone, mortar and epoxies, will be altered depending on the heat and duration of the fire. These can be permanent changes. Stones will be more fragile and must be treated with care. Again, warnings of instability are important to convey. Also, people will want to clean monuments, post notices requesting they ask permission and receive training before doing any cleaning. Damaged memorials will be more susceptible to damage from abrasive and chemical treatment.
* Look for dangerous trees and other overhead debris and address them before you allow public access. Seek professional advice to preserve historic trees and plantings.
The commission is also currently seeking to fill two positions, one from the coast and one from central Oregon. The commissioners serve four years and support the work of people preserving Oregon’s historic cemeteries.
State law established the seven-member Commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. For more information about commission activities, contact coordinator Kuri Gill at 503-986-0685 or by e-mail at kuri.gill at oregon.gov<mailto:kuri.gill at oregon.gov>. Special accommodations for the meeting - including translation services - may be made by calling (503) 986‐0690 at least 72 hours prior to the start of the meeting.
For call-in details and the agenda or more information about the commission, visit www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org>.
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Pay what you can registration for the American Folklore Society's annual conference, Oct 13-17
In an effort to accommodate COVID-related income losses and make the meeting more accessible to non-members, AFS is offering a “Pay-What-You-Can<https://www.afsnet.org/page/2020AMregrates>” model, which offers discounted rates for the annual meeting. This option is intended for individuals who could not otherwise attend the conference this year.
To those who have registered, we appreciate your contributions to the Society! The research, software, and staff hours required for planning a virtual conference are made possible through your support.
Members who have already registered but are suffering from COVID-related financial strain may also request partial refunds, a fee waiver, or credit towards future meetings by writing AmericanFolkloreSociety at afsnet.org<mailto:AmericanFolkloreSociety at afsnet.org>.
You can also request a fee waiver by writing AmericanFolkloreSociety at afsnet.org<mailto:AmericanFolkloreSociety at afsnet.org> .
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Some history and information on voting from the Oregon Women’s History Consortium
*taken from the Oregon Women’s History Consortium e-news 10/7/2020
Registering to Vote Has Historical Roots
After Oregon women gained the right to vote, the women eligible to vote-Black and White women and Native women married to White men-immediately registered to vote. We know this history from the wonderful voter registration records held at the Multnomah County Records Management Program. Accessible on microfilm, the voter registration records span from 1908-1948 and show that as voting requirements changed Oregon women re-registered to keep their hard won access to the ballot.
Follow their lead and make sure you:
1) are currently registered to vote, if not
2) register to vote
3) VOTE!
October 13, 2020 is Oregon voter registration deadline!
For complete information about registration, deadlines, and where to vote in Oregon, head to the Oregon Secretary of State<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/registration.aspx?lang=en>(SOS) website
* For general information go to the Current Election<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/current-election.aspx> page
* To check your voter registration status go to My Vote<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/myvote.aspx?lang=en> page
Check your voter registration status at My Vote to make certain you are registered by clicking on Go To My Vote Now<https://secure.sos.state.or.us/orestar/vr/showVoterSearch.do?lang=eng&source=SOS>button.
True story-diligent citizen and voter Greta decided to double-check her registration status at My Vote<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/myvote.aspx?lang=en>. Much to her surprise, she was NOT registered to vote since she had legally changed her name since the last election. She needed to register under her new legal name Greta Smith Wisnewski, which she had to do by mailing in a form 21 days before election day (October 13, 2020). Because she checked her registration early enough, she was able to catch this and get her information updated in time to vote in November. Leave nothing to chance-or your memory-double check your voter registration today!
* To register to vote go to the Oregon Online Voter Registration<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/registration.aspx?lang=en> page
This page, and all pages on the SOS website, offers all information in six (6) languages. Remember: you must complete your Voter Registration Form by October 13, 2020. If you are uncomfortable or unable to register to vote online, you can also download, print, fill out, and mail back the Oregon Voter Registration Card<https://sos.oregon.gov/elections/Documents/SEL500.pdf> to your county election office<https://sos.oregon.gov/elections/Pages/countyofficials.aspx>. All of that information is available in six languages. If mailing your voter registration, don’t delay! Your Voter Registration Form card must be received at your county election office by October 13, 2020!
* To find out where to mail your completed ballot go to the Oregon Drop Box Locator<https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/drop-box-locator.aspx> page
This great feature will list all current Drop Box Locations in each Oregon County where you can safely deposit your ballot beginning October 14, 2020. Make sure if you are mailing your ballot that you mail it early to ensure it arrives at your county election office in time to be counted!
If you are not an Oregon resident you can do all of the same steps mentioned above by going to Vote.org<https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/oregon/>
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Historic Assessment Review Committee meets Oct. 20
The Historic Assessment Review Committee (HARC) will meet October 20 via conference call for their annual meeting and to consider Special Assessment of Historic Properties appeals. This meeting is open to the public.
The HARC meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. The weblink for the call is available on our website at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#HARC
For specific hearing times, refer to the online agenda: www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org> (click on “Commissions & Committees” at top of page and look under “Historic Assessment Review Committee”).
The committee will review one appeal: Robert F. Lytle House, Portland, Multnomah County.
The HARC is a five-member governor-appointed citizen commission with credentials in many historic preservation-related fields. The HARC is the review body for appeals from property owners participating in the Special Assessment Property Tax Program for Historic Properties.
The conference call is accessible to people with disabilities. Special accommodations for the meeting may be made with at least three days of advance notice by calling (503) 986-0690.
More information about the Special Assessment of Historic Properties program is online at www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org> (click on “Tax Incentives” at left of page).
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Take the 2020 Oregon Tourism Industry Stakeholder Survey
As work begins on developing a new strategic plan that is responsive to Oregon’s ever-dynamic tourism economy, the Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon and the state’s seven official regional destination management organizations, are launching a survey to seek input from communities, local businesses and individuals that drive the state’s tourism economy.
Respondents will be asked what they are currently experiencing as a result of wildfires, the COVID-19 pandemic and social unrest, and what’s needed most to rebuild and support a strong, resilient and racially just Oregon tourism economy.
The COVID-19 pandemic and necessary restrictions on travel have had devastating impacts on Oregon's tourism economy and the communities that have grown to rely on tourism and travel to support local jobs and businesses. Additionally, the momentum of the movement against racial injustice, and the recent wildfires have exposed more vulnerabilities (and need for further improvements) in Oregon’s tourism economy.
Information collected through the survey will help set strategic direction for Travel Oregon and our regional partners. It will also be used to make funding and programmatic decisions in marketing, grants, tourism-related infrastructure, visitor management, and more.
The survey, available in both Spanish and English, is now live. Anyone who is involved in the tourism industry, including business owners, staff, destination organizations, public land managers, policymakers, and tribal representatives is strongly encouraged to complete the survey.
The survey will be available online<https://t.e2ma.net/click/lsv61e/pv851c/923yljb> until Oct. 30.
Questions? Please contact industry at traveloregon.com<mailto:industry at traveloregon.com?subject=Stakeholder%20Survey>.
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Oregon Commission on Hispanic Affairs to meet Oct. 12
Oregon Commission on Hispanic Affairs (OCHA)
Monday, October 12th, 2020
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Agenda items will include a legislative discussion and other topics of interest to the Commission.
Virtual meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84913232549?pwd=RUI1amMxWWU1anNQS2FEc2xMbWRDZz09
The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. Requests for accommodations for people with disabilities should be made at least 48 hours in advance. If you would like to sign up to receive this Public Meeting Notice, have questions regarding accessibility or any other concerns, contact Nancy Kramer at nancy.kramer at oregon.gov<mailto:nancy.kramer at oregon.gov> or 503.302.9725.
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Grants for small businesses available throughout Oregon
Millions in grant funding is available for small businesses facing lost revenue in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Business Oregon awarded the final round of its Emergency Business Assistance Grant funding to intermediary organizations across Oregon to in turn provide grants directly to eligible small businesses. The fund was created by Governor Kate Brown and the Oregon legislature, funded with both federal CAREs Act funds and state funds.
Businesses are eligible to receive up to $50,000 in funding as detailed in the application.
Eligibility requirements have been expanded to allow for more business to get funding than in previous rounds. Businesses that have received less than $100,000 in small business assistance through the CARES Act (such as PPP, EIDL, EIDLA, City of Portland Small Relief Program, the Oregon Cares Fund for Black Relief + Resiliency and other programs) are now eligible. Additionally, even if a business was not prohibited from operations by the Governor’s Executive Order 20-12, the business could be eligible if it can demonstrate a 25% reduction in sales (reduced from 50% previously required) over a 30-day period in 2020 compared to a comparable period in 2019.
Also, any business that has already received a grant from this program is eligible for an additional award and should complete the supplemental application. This is a shorter application with less documentation needed. Businesses can expect to receive an award comparable to their prior award.
The following organizations have funding available. The application these organizations will need can also be found on Business Oregon's website<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct2_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp> in multiple languages to access ahead of time.
Regional Intermediaries and Counties
* CCD Business Development Corporation - Coos, Curry and Douglas County
* https://www.ccdbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/CCD-BO-Grant-Application-Rd-4.pdf<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct3_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development, Inc. - Jackson, Josephine County
* https://soredi.org/covid/matching/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct4_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Community Lending Works - Benton, Lane, Lincoln and Linn County
* https://communitylendingworks.org/emergency-state-covid/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct5_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments - Marion, Polk and Yamhill County
* https://willwp.org/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct6_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon - Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington County
* https://www.mesopdx.org/grants/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct7_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Columbia-Pacific Economic Development District - Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Western Washington County
* Clatsop County: edu/cedr<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct8_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Columbia County: columbiacountyoregon.com/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct9_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Tillamook: edctc.com/grants<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct10_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Col-Pac/West Washington County: NW Oregon Emergency Small Business Grants<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct11_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Northeast Oregon Economic Development District - Baker, Union and Wallowa County
* https://www.neoedd.org/covid-19-resources/neoedds-covid-19-related-financial-assistance/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct12_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Greater Eastern Oregon Development Corporation - Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Malheur, Morrow, Umatilla and Wheeler County
* https://www.geodc.net/covid-19-resources/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct13_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council - Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson County
* https://www.coic.org/grant/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct14_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Mid-Columbia Economic Development District - Hood River, Sherman and Wasco County
* https://www.mcedd.org/bizgrants/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct15_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* South Central Oregon Economic Development District - Lake and Klamath County
* http://www.scoedd.org/resources/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct16_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
Statewide Intermediaries
* Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians Economic Development Corporation - Statewide
* https://atniedc.com/rlf/covid-19/#ORGrants<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct17_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Central Willamette Credit Union - Statewide
* https://www.centralwcu.org/grants<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct18_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
* Point West Credit Union - Statewide
* https://www.pointwestcu.com/bizgrants/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct19_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
In addition to the Emergency Business Assistance Grant program, Business Oregon is providing free masks, gloves and other protective supplies to small businesses. This website has more information and a simple request form: https://supplyconnector.org/states/oregon/free-ppe/<https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/ct/14786/s-0439-2010/Bct/q-0022/l-0007:27ce/ct20_0/1?sid=TV2%3Af9w3UoGXp>
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