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Things to Do in Salem
Jan. 25
"Let's Talk Travel" - First Stop - Hawaii10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Virtual Meeting

We will soon be able to travel again, and during these next few months you may want to start looking at some wonderful destinations that are awaiting you! All dreamers are welcome, just attend the Zoom meeting and visit with other travelers who will share their tips and "must sees." Each session will have a host and a special guest. After you register you'll receive a Zoom invitation and a Zoom guide, which includes a link to a How-to-Zoom tutorial. All those who attend this presentation will be put into a drawing for a Hawaiian gift basket. 7 Dimensions of Wellness: Social, Intellectual, and Emotional

Cost: $ 5

Presenter: Center 50+ staff

Phone: 503-588-6303

Jan. 26
January Acrylic Painting - Center 50+ online class10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting

You will enjoy painting a portrait of either a landscape, floral, animal seascape or still life. In order to attend this class online, you will need a laptop computer, desk computer with camera and microphone, smartphone, or tablet. After students have registered for this class the instructor will contact you and give you more information.

Cost: $ 14

Presenter: Bridget Miller

Phone: 503-588-6303

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Exploring Together: A Focus on the LGBTQIA+ Community6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Digital Meeting

Using resources available through the library and the Internet, Salem Public Library invites the community to explore queer political and social history, identities, and the role of allies in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. In this series of community conversations, staff will act as facilitators and work to establish a respectful and supportive space for everyone to contribute their thoughts, share questions, and explore the ideas from the readings and videos. Each of the three discussions will have its own focus: Session 1: Today & Yesterday (January 26); Session 2: Understanding LGBTQIA+ (February 23); Session 3: Effective Allyship (March 23) We ask that you prepare for these discussions by reading or watching at least one entry from the suggested resources list for each month. Sign up and access the resource list now; you will receive the Zoom login information by email on the morning of the discussion.

Phone: 503-588-6315

Salem Human Rights Commission6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.YouTube

Phone: 503-540-2371

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Jan. 27
Human Rights Commision LGBTQIA+ Intersectional Rights Task Force6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.YouTube

The City of Salem Human Rights Commission is a group of community members that promote social equity, respond to human rights concerns, and facilitate collaboration and partnerships to help each person fully experience the life of the city through removing discriminatory barriers.

Phone: 503-540-2371

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City Council & Meetings
Jan. 25
City Council Finance Committee Meeting4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.Virtual Meeting

The Salem City Council Finance Committee is a standing committee of the City Council whose purpose is to advise the City Council and City Manager on financial policy, planning and management issues. To sign up to provide public testimony, please email [email protected] by 1PM the day of meeting.

Agenda:

January 25, 2021

Phone: 5035886040

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This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 5035886040 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Executive Session of the City Council5:30 p.m.–5:45 p.m.Virtual Meeting

Executive Session - ORS 192.660(2)(e) Real Property Transactions

Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available.

Phone: 503-588-6097

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Executive Session of the City Council5:45 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting

Executive Session - ORS 192.660(2)(e) Real Property Transactions

Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available.

Phone: 503-588-6097

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting

Regular meeting of the Salem Housing Authority Commission

Agenda:

​Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting Agenda

Meeting Minutes:

​Salem Housing Authority Commission Meeting Minutes

Phone: 503-373-3801

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-373-3801 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

City Council Meeting6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Virtual Meeting

Regular Meeting of the City Council

View meeting in real-time on Comcast Cable CC:Media Channel 21 or CCTVSalem You Tube Channel

Submit comments on agenda items no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting at [email protected]

Agenda:

​January 25, 2021 City Council Meeting Agenda

Meeting Minutes:

​January 25, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes

Phone: 503-588-6097

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting.