April 28, 2021                                                                                                                                                                                       

Travel Oregon's Draft 2021-2023 Strategic Plan & Budget Open for Public Comment

With broad stakeholder input, industry-leading research, a dedicated team of tourism professionals and support from the DMO-specific planning firm, Destination Think, Travel Oregon has developed the Draft 2021-23 Strategic Plan & Budget. The purpose of this plan is to lead and support the rebuilding of Oregon's tourism industry and economic recovery, while balancing priorities in a way that benefits both residents and visitors while laying the foundation for longer-term transformational planning.
If you wish to provide public written comment on the plan and budget, please complete this form by May 18. The public hearing will take place at the May 11 Oregon Tourism Commission meeting.

SBA Application Opening May 3 for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund

The U.S. Small Business Administration will begin registrations on Friday, April 30 at 9 a.m. EDT and open applications on Monday, May 3, at noon EDT for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. The online application will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. 
In preparation, the SBA recommends qualifying applicants familiarize themselves with the application process in advance to ensure a smooth and efficient application experience, specifically by:
  • Registering for an account in advance at sba.gov starting Friday, April 30, at 9 a.m. EDT.
  • Reviewing the official guidance, including program guide, frequently asked questions, and application sample.
  • Preparing the required documentation.
  • Working with a point-of-sale vendor or visiting sba.gov to submit an application when the application portal opens. Note: If an applicant is working with a point-of-sale vendor, they do not need to register beforehand on the site.
For more information, visit sba.gov/restaurants or in Spanish at sba.gov/restaurantes. 

Destination Ready Project Update

In February, Travel Oregon announced the Destination Ready program awards. A total of $973,336 was awarded to projects across the state for the development, enhancement and stewardship of key visitor experiences. The projects underway are COVID-19 appropriate and will aid in economic recovery, enhance local livability and provide access to a diversity of explorers. The anticipated outcomes for each project are now available, view those details here.
Since the launch of the program, the projects have garnered media coverage across the state:

May is Wildfire Awareness Month

More than 70% of Oregon’s wildfires are started by people, placing the power of prevention squarely in our hands. Public lands saw large crowds last summer, and land managers expect high numbers again this year. Additionally, many recreation sites across the state remain closed following the 2020 wildfire season.
May is Wildfire Awareness Month. Use this annual campaign from Keep Oregon Green to share PSAs and prevention information with your networks. For more wildfire preparedness and prevention information, visit keeporegongreen.org.

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