AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoOld-Growth Court Fight: Conservation groups asked a federal judge to pause BLM’s Blue and Gold timber project, alleging illegal cutting in old-growth near Sutherlin—work could be stopped while the case plays out. Drought Deepens: Gov. Tina Kotek declared drought emergencies for Coos, Klamath, and Wheeler, pushing Oregon to 12 counties in emergency status as warm winters and weak snowpack tighten water supplies. Power Costs Shift: Oregon regulators approved a new electricity rate class under the POWER Act, meaning Portland General Electric data centers will pay more—while residential customers should see relief. Forest Health Warning: Douglas fir dieback is spreading into the Willamette Valley as long drought weakens trees and boosts insects and disease. Ballot Spotlight: Oregon’s IP28 (the PEACE Act) is at about 95% of signatures needed for the November ballot, setting up a major fight over whether voters should criminalize more animal-related practices. Local Watch: A Phoenix development vote was postponed to June 8 after a packed hearing over a proposed 7-Eleven and truck fueling site.
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