[OMS_MANAGERS] Medford - EID PASSED!

[City Club Forest Grove]

We're start from scratch! Haven't even started the planning l. If anyone
who's able, love to pick your brain


*Thank you,*
*Donna Gustafson, President*
*Downtown Association of Forest Grove
<https://www.downtownforestgrove.com/> *(formerly City Club of Forest Grove)


On Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 1:31 PM Executive Director <
executivedirector at downtownmedford.org> wrote:

> *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: f*or 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
>
> Mobile | 541-941-5204
>
> Email | executivedirector <http://goog_2121433655>@downtownmedford.org
>
>
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