Please join us for a conversation about revenue restoration for forested counties, tax fairness, funding essential local services, and protecting drinking water.

Timber harvesting has historically been one of Oregon’s most important industries. You may have read recent news articles revealing the fact that timber counties have not been getting the revenue they deserve. Large out-of-state corporations have been buying up huge tracts of valuable timberland, reaping the benefits of tax cuts that have cost rural counties billions. Small timber communities around the state are also finding out how clear cuts, pesticides, fertilizers, and weak stream buffers are impacting local water supplies.

The presentation will include opportunities to ask questions and explore possible solutions. 

Guest Speakers:

Jody Wiser, tax policy expert, Tax Fairness Oregon

Josie Koehler, LWVOR Portfolio Chair for Forestry Issues

Catherine Thomasson, MD, Retired Executive Director of Physicians for Social Responsibility 

RSVP by March 14th to receive the Zoom link.