Welcome Fellow Oregonians

In 2009, Oregon will commemorate its 150th anniversary of statehood. Today, preparations for the commemoration are underway: Oregon 150, a non-profit corporation, was formed to raise funds and provide overall policy direction for the Sesquicentennial. The Governor will soon appoint approximately 30 citizens from across Oregon to serve on the Board of Directors for Oregon 150. With their direction, a strategic plan will be developed that includes all Oregonians, provides a clear vision and goals, encourages and supports planning at the local community level, establishes avenues of resources and funding and leaves a positive legacy for the state.

This commemoration of statehood is an opportunity for all Oregonians to learn and reflect upon our rich heritage and diverse cultures; understand our current challenges and opportunities; renew our commitment to our local communities and to Oregon’s future; and instill in all of us a lasting sense of pride, connectedness and responsibility to each other and our state

Oregon 150 Listening Sessions

Oregon 150 has engaged The COBI Group to coordinate several "listening sessions" in order to gather your input regarding our state's sesquicentennial commemoration. The goal is to gather ideas from the public at large in order to complement a strategic plan outline developed in May of 2005.

If you cannot attend one of the 7 regional "listening sessions" held throughout the state this month, please complete our online survey. The deadline for completing this survey is October 15, 2006.