City of Salem

The City of Salem proudly supports the Americans with Disabilities Act on its 34th Anniversary, July 26th. This civil rights law works to ensure all people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else! It is the City's policy to eliminate discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, housing status, and source of income. The Council finds that such discrimination poses a threat to the health, safety and general welfare of the Salem community and menaces its institutions and foundation. It is the intent of the Council to supplement the state protections against discrimination. Furthermore, it is the intent of the Council, in the exercise of its powers for the protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare and for the maintenance of peace and good government, that every individual shall have an equal opportunity to participate fully in the life of the City and that discriminatory barriers to equal participation in employment, housing, and public accommodations be removed. Salem Revised Code 97.005: https://lnkd.in/gNvk67du

Salem Connection has the answers you’re looking for! https://lnkd.in/gbua2MUE In this week’s issue we’ll answer these questions and more: • What two sporting events are bringing thousands to Salem? • What does a year of police body-word cameras tell us? • What street just finished a year-long rebuild? • When’s the next Movie in the Park? (hint: it’s soon!) • What Oregon governor is memorialized in bronze? • What road closures do I need to watch out for? • What family-friendly events are coming up? Don't miss it!

Salem is welcoming nearly 900 softball players and their fans and supporters this week for the 2024 USA Softball Fastpitch 10B/12B Western National Championships at Wallace Marine Park. Teams are coming from all over the western US including California, Colorado, Idaho, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. Oregon has five teams in the mix. Competition play begins at 8 a.m. Monday, July 29, and continues through the week. Games are Scheduled all day and through the evening. The last scheduled game is at 8 p.m., Sunday, August 3. Spectator admission is free!

Enjoy a day of art, crafts, poetry and dance at the Englewood Forest Festival on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Englewood Park. This annual environmental and art festival features performers on two stages, 50 local art vendors and loads of free environmental and education activities for all ages in a spectacular park setting. The seven-acre Englewood Park was developed by the renown Lord & Schryver design team. Salem's oldest park is a historic and hidden gem full of oaks, pines, birds, wildlife and a multitude of plants and flowers. Details: https://lnkd.in/gXHRH9Ni. Englewood Forest Festival was founded by the Northeast Neighborhood: www.cityofsalem.net/nen

Do you know a terrific community volunteer? We're seeking nominations for City of Salem volunteer recognition awards whose projects and actions support the mission, vision and values of the City of Salem. We rely heavily on the skills, time, talent and energy of Salem Residents who work with appointed officials, paid staff and elected representatives on issues and activities of importance to the community. Nominate a deserving volunteer today! Nomination deadline is Monday, August 5. https://lnkd.in/gxz6ratw The Volunteer Recognition Celebration, including a red-carpet entrance, is set for Sunday, October 20, at 2 p.m. at Loucks Auditorium in the Salem Public Library.

Connecting those experiencing homelessness with vital community resources and support is the goal of the Salem Housing Authority Resource Event on Tuesday, August 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wallace Marine Park. Event highlights include on-site coordinated entry housing assessment, community partners, coffee and food. For details, email Bianca at bmendoza@salemhousingor.com. Salem Outreach and Livability Services (SoS) The SoS Team addressed areas at Sunnyview and Hawthorne, Downtown and Cascades Gateway Park last week. This week they will be focusing on: • 14th and Tripp • 12th Street under Mission Street • Lancaster/Sunnyview/Hawthorne/Fisher • Geer Park, Woodmansee Park • Miscellaneous private property locations Subscribe today to get the full update: http://eepurl.com/hKh0lT

Sign up to comment at tonight's Salem Meetings: Salem Housing Authority, Urban Renewal and City Council. https://lnkd.in/g7MCuitr

Do you live in the area near Livingston Park. If so, we need your input to help guide a makeover of the park's playground at 2855 Hawthorne Avenue NE. We're preparing to replace the aging play structure with new equipment that is fun and safe for kids (and adults) of all ages. Funds from the Safety and Livability Bond passed by voters in 2022 are paying for the project. Please take a few minutes to answer questions that will help us understand what kind of play structure you'd like at Livingston Park. The survey closes July 23. English: https://lnkd.in/gBsGXiye Spanish: https://lnkd.in/gn-bAMGa

The Battle of the Badges Blood Drive returns on Thursday, August 15, and Friday August 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come donate blood in honor of your favorite agency and get a special Battle T-shirt! The Agency with the most donors wins bragging rights. To schedule an appointment, visit https://redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: battleofthebadges) or call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767). Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you are an eligible type ), B- or A- donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component.

Do you live in the area near Morningside Park. If so, we need your input to help guide a makeover of the park's playground at 1330 Ewald Avenue SE and its multi-use sports court. We're preparing to replace the aging playground equipment with new equipment that is fun and safe for kids (and adults) of all ages. We are also preparing to upgrade the worn out multi-use sports court with a new facility that will better serve the neighborhood. Funds from the Safety and Livability Bond passed by voters in 2022 are paying for the project. Please take a few minutes to answer questions that will help us understand what kind of playground you'd like at Morningside Park. The survey closes July 23. https://lnkd.in/ghhxZayt