AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoStatewide Censorship Watch: Oregon’s State Library says its 2026 OIFC report logged 60 library and school challenges from July 2025–June 2026, the third-highest total since 1987, with the most common targets tied to sex/nudity and LGBTQ+ content. Local Tax Office Closures: Oregon Department of Revenue offices in Medford and Bend will close at noon Oct. 5 and reopen at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 7; other district offices and most general contact centers shut Oct. 6, with a secure drop box available. Rail Upgrade: Amtrak Cascades’ new Airo trains start passenger service this week, adding more capacity plus Wi‑Fi, redesigned seats, cafe cars, and accessibility upgrades. Energy Costs: Central Electric Cooperative members could see about a 3% power-cost increase tied to BPA rate hikes after a salmon-protection court order. Wildfire Preparedness (Sisters): Sisters is moving through final steps on a five-year Urban Growth Boundary expansion and continues wildfire hardening work, including fuel-clearing focus. Sports & Community: Wallowa Memorial Hospital in Enterprise received nearly $5.5M for tech upgrades; Oregon’s recruitment push at ODHS highlights hiring outreach across the state.
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