[OMS_MANAGERS] Medford - EID PASSED!

[Timothy Bishop]

Congratulations!

Timothy Bishop, CMSM, OCED
Economic Development Director
City of La Grande – Economic Development Department
P.O. Box 670 / 1000 Adams Avenue
La Grande, OR  97850
tbishop at cityoflagrande.org<mailto:tbishop at cityoflagrande.org>
Office:  541-962-1308
Cell: 541-962-5994
Fax: 541-963-3333
Web www.lagrandeed.com<http://www.lagrandeed.com/>

From: OMS_MANAGERS <oms_managers-bounces at omls.oregon.gov> On Behalf Of Executive Director
Sent: Thursday, March 19, 2026 10:29 AM
To: Oregon Main Street program managers <oms_managers at omls.oregon.gov>
Subject: [OMS_MANAGERS] Medford - EID PASSED!

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Good morning!
I wanted to share some exciting news with you, the Economic Improvement District was approved last night by City Council!

It passed unanimously (with one abstention due to a conflict, but that councilor is fully supportive), and we were also awarded the contract.

Just as important—only 11% of property owners were opposed, which is a strong show of support after a two-year process.

A few highlights from the night:

  *   Over 30 people stayed for nearly four hours since we were the last item on the agenda
  *   Public comments in favor were thoughtful and strong
  *   We received 24 letters of support, including 14% from within the district
  *   City staff is genuinely excited and proud to be partnering with us
  *   And a fun milestone: for the first time, City staff will attend the Main Street Conference with us.
We’ll share the official press release soon, but I wanted you to hear it directly. This is a big moment for downtown Medford, and we truly appreciate your support along the way.

Annie

Did you miss the March Newsletter... read here<https://mailchi.mp/downtownmedford/dma_march2026newsletter>

Annie Jenkins, Executive Director
Downtown Medford Association
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