Contact Name:	Vanessa DeMoe, 503-986-0719
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The Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission will meet Nov. 19 at The Loft at the Red Building, 20 Basin Street, in Astoria. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m.

A complete meeting agenda is posted at www.oregon.gov/OPRD/commission_packet.shtml.

The commission has specific authority to establish policy and adopt rules for the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, acquire property for state parks, and set fees for the use of park facilities. Its seven members are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Oregon Senate.

The meeting site is accessible to people with disabilities. Special accommodations may be arranged up to 72 hours in advance by calling 503-986-0655.

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OPRD photos are available for download.

Direct general media inquiries to:

Chris Havel
Director's Office
chris.havel@state.or.us
(503) 986-0722

OR

Jean Thompson
Public Services Division
jean.thompson@state.or.us
(503) 986-0667

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