[Ortac] Trail Meetings in Pendleton: April 18-19

[BELLEFEUILLE Jodi * OPRD]

This message is being sent to ORTAC's interested parties list and other contacts in the NE Oregon area.

Dear land managers, trail advocates, and partners:

The Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council (ORTAC) will be holding its quarterly meeting in Pendleton on Friday, April 19, from 9 AM to 4:30 PM at the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute. The morning portion includes presentations by land managers and partners about area trail projects and other trail-related updates. View the agenda here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/Trail_Programs_Services/Documents/ORTAC%20Meeting%20Agenda%20April%202019.pdf>. For those of you with project updates who are not on the agenda, we invite you to share information during the introduction and public comment portions.

In conjunction with our meeting, the Oregon Trails Coalition is holding a meet and greet for the trails community on Thursday, April 18, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Prodigal Son Brewery. RSVP here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pendleton-meet-up-oregon-trails-coalition-tickets-59251866929>.

We invite all those interested to join us at ORTAC's public meetings held across the state. Feel free to forward this email. For additional information, contact me at Jodi.bellefeuille at oregon.gov<mailto:Jodi.bellefeuille at oregon.gov> or 503-986-0716.
Best,
Jodi

More on ORTAC: Established in 1971 under the Oregon Recreation Trails System Act, ORTAC is a seven member council that advises the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and other stakeholders and land managers on issues related to non-motorized trails. Specific activities include:


*         Quarterly public meetings across the state which serve to bring land managing agencies, partners, and other interested parties together to provide updates on current activities, share expertise, and provide a venue for networking.

*         In partnership with OPRD, ORTAC oversees the Scenic and Regional Designation program, recognizing trails that offer unique and spectacular scenic views, linkage to natural and historical resources, and community connections.

*         Advising OPRD on the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) and Statewide Trails Plan.

*         Issuing the annual Doug Newman Award, which recognizes individuals and groups whose inspiration, hard work, and social responsibility have significantly benefited non-motorized trails in Oregon.

Learn more here:
https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/Trail_Programs_Services/Pages/Advisory-Committees.aspx,
https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/Trail_Programs_Services/Pages/Trails-Designation-Programs.aspx


Related: The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant cycle opened yesterday, Monday, April 1. Visit our website for a schedule<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/GRANTS/Pages/trails_apply.aspx> and more information<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/GRANTS/Pages/trails_more.aspx>. Contact me with questions or to sign up for the April 11 webinar.

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Jodi Bellefeuille
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grant Coordinator
Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council (ORTAC) Coordinator
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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
725 Summer St. NE, Suite C, Salem, Oregon 97301
Desk: 503-986-0716
www.oregonstateparks.org<http://www.oregonstateparks.org/>



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