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Apply Now: $80,000 Available to Salem Property Owners for Site Reuse and Revitalization

April 13, 2018

The City of Salem has $80,000 available to assist local property owners with environmental cleanup as they revitalize sites throughout the city. The funds are available through a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and can be used for environmental assessment and reuse planning. This grant program provides one more “tool” to assist Salem property owners with site reuse and redevelopment. These funds are available until Sept. 2018.

Portland Road NE Speed Limit Temporarily Reduced to 30 MPH

April 12, 2018

On Monday Apr. 16, 2018, the speed limit on Portland Road NE between Carleton Way NE and Hyacinth Street NE will be temporarily reduced to 30 MPH to accommodate the construction of street improvements. This speed reduction is part of a larger Northeast Salem project to increase safety and encourage private development along Portland Road. Once construction is complete, Salem residents, businesses, and visitors will experience new sidewalks, mid-block pedestrian crossings, and upgraded transit stops.

Salem Joins Nationwide Challenge to be Most “Water Wise” City!

April 12, 2018

Salem Mayor Chuck Bennett has joined mayors across the country in asking residents to make a long-term commitment to manage water resources more wisely by taking part in the annual Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation.

Update: All Salem Ballfields Closed April 12 through April 19

April 12, 2018

Due to heavy rain, all natural grass ball fields are closed through April 19.

12th Street SE Southbound Widening Project to Impact Traffic

April 11, 2018

Utility relocation work has begun on southbound 12th Street SE from Hoyt Street SE to Fairview Avenue SE as part of the 12th Street SE Southbound Widening Project. This is the first phase of a project that will widen the current roadway to accommodate a southbound right turn lane to Fairview Drive SE.

Salem Housing Authority Awarded $50,000 Grant from Salem Health for Homeless Peer Supportive Services

April 9, 2018

The grant supports the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP) by funding peer supportive services for chronically homeless clients who have been housed or are awaiting housing placement.

Be a Part of Salem's Downtown Streetscape Design Plan April 18

April 6, 2018

Salem residents are invited to attend the third and final Downtown Salem Streetscape Design Plan Open House on Wed., Apr. 18, 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Senator Hearing Room/Courthouse Square, 555 Court St. NE.

Welcome Back to Salem Parks!

April 5, 2018

Spring is in the air and before you know it summer will be here! We want to welcome you back to your community parks. A few quick tips to preserve our public spaces as places of beauty and enjoyment for everyone.

Mayor Bennett Gives 2018 State of the City Address

April 3, 2018

On Wednesday, March 28, Mayor Chuck Bennett gave his second State of the City Address. In it, he reflected on Salem’s many accomplishments in 2017 and outlined the vision for the City’s future.

Deadline Extended - Fourth Annual Historic Photo Contest

April 3, 2018

In honor of Historic Preservation Month in May, the Historic Landmarks Commission is sponsoring a photo contest. Amateur and professional photographers of all ages are welcome to enter.

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What’s happening

Apr. 19

Historic Landmarks Commission5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Council Chambers
555 Liberty ST SE RM 240
Salem OR 97301

Sunnyslope Neighborhood Association7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.Schirle Elementary School
4875 Justice Way S
Salem OR 97302

Apr. 20

Congestion Relief Task Force Meeting 37:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Traffic Control Conference Room
Civic Center 555 Liberty ST SE RM 325
Salem OR 97301

Toddler/Lapsit Storytime11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Salem Public Library

Meeting of the Human Rights Commission Community Awareness Task Force12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Traffic Control Conference Room
Civic Center 555 Liberty ST SE RM 325
Salem OR 97301

Tech Trek1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Plaza Room
Salem Public Library

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