@JMacLOC

Legislative Director, League of Oregon Cities

Joined May 2019
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I’m honored to be this week’s guest on Her Own Wings, the only podcast featuring OR women in elected leadership. A collaboration with @OregonCities Women’s Caucus, the show aims to highlight women leaders and encourage more women to seek office or careers in city government.
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Trails are reopened! Gov. @TinaKotek today signed SB 1576, legislation containing temporary language that restores recreational immunity for local governments responsible for access to hiking trails & other recreational sites across Oregon. #orleg #orpol orcities.org/application/fil…
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Big wins for Oregon cities in the 2024 legislative session! Check out more on our legislative webpage. tinyurl.com/4e4nmh9p #orleg #orpol
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LOC celebrates nearly $100 million in grants from the Legislature, investing in Oregon’s infrastructure this #WorldWaterDay. Check out this report on funding. opb.org/article/2024/03/22/h…

Oregon lawmakers send money for housing projects down the drain — literally

This legislative session, state lawmakers are sending roughly $100 million taxpayer dollars directly to cities to upgrade aging infrastructure and sewer systems, both of which can impede housing...

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Aging water systems are a health hazard, but the cost of repairing this critical infrastructure can be a significant burden on ratepayers.
Graphic with picture of Congresswoman Bonamici from a recent visit with Clean Water Services in Forest Grove, and map depicting the location of the funded project. Quote from Clean Water Services CEO Diane Taniguchi-Dennis reads: "Clean Water Services appreciates Congresswoman Bonamici, Senator Wyden and Senator Merkley for their support and effort to advance the Western Washington County Inflow and Infiltration Rehabilitation project. This funding is critical as it will enable the replacement of aging sanitary infrastructure in the city of Forest Grove, providing important water quality, public health and community benefits for the ratepayers of Forest Grove, Cornelius and Gaston.”

ALT Graphic with picture of Congresswoman Bonamici from a recent visit with Clean Water Services in Forest Grove, and map depicting the location of the funded project. Quote from Clean Water Services CEO Diane Taniguchi-Dennis reads: "Clean Water Services appreciates Congresswoman Bonamici, Senator Wyden and Senator Merkley for their support and effort to advance the Western Washington County Inflow and Infiltration Rehabilitation project. This funding is critical as it will enable the replacement of aging sanitary infrastructure in the city of Forest Grove, providing important water quality, public health and community benefits for the ratepayers of Forest Grove, Cornelius and Gaston.”

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Congratulations to @Intel and the tens of thousands of Intel employees here in Oregon on receiving $8.5 billion in U.S. CHIPS Act Funding! We look forward to continuing our role in supporting Intel and America's leadership in the semiconductor space. hillsboro-oregon.gov/Home/Co…
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Great news for Oregon and @CityofHillsboro. Positions us to continue to be a leader in chips R&D, semi manufacturing, high wage jobs, opportunities for our children and a strong quality of life. @intel @intelnews @PGelsinger download.intel.com/newsroom/… – at Hillsboro, OR
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@intel20 Mar 2024
Today, Intel and @CommerceGov announced up to $8.5 billion in direct funding through the #CHIPSAct to support the expansion of our U.S. capacity and capabilities. U.S. chip leadership #StartsWithIntel. intel.com/content/www/us/en/…
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Pacific Northwest Bridge Maintenance Conference Set for April 30 - May 2 in Seaside - Scholarships Available This is a technical conference focused on local government public works staff and local experts engaged in bridge maintenance and design. web.cvent.com/event/9b73c937…
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I met with @OregonCities–including folks from Tualatin, Sherwood, Tigard, & Woodburn–to discuss their priorities. Together, we are working to ensure cities in #OR06 get the resources they need to thrive. Thank you for your partnership!
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If our #CCC24 Youth Delegates have anything to say about it, future of America’s cities, towns, and villages will be LOUD! 💥 📢 That’s a wrap from the first day of Youth Delegate programming in DC!
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As women continue breaking barriers and setting new standards, we are honored to celebrate NLC's Women in Municipal Government (WIMG), celebrating 50 years of advocacy on issues important to women. WIMG is Women's History! #CCC24 #WHM Get involved: nlc.org/initiative/women-in-…
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A big shout out to @portlandgeneral for their sponsorship of our Oregon reception last night at the @leagueofcities #CCC24. We appreciate their continued partnership and support!
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If Kotek signs the bill, most trails are expected to reopen. But the bill is only meant to be a temporary fix and sunsets in 2026. A working group is expected to take up a longer-term fix in the coming year and bring forward legislation in 2025. statesmanjournal.com/story/n…

House passes bill likely to help reopen Oregon Coast trails, heads to Gov. Kotek's desk

A bill likely to reopen a number of hiking trails on the coast unanimously passed the Oregon House on Tuesday and heads to the desk of Gov. Kotek.

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Aumsville receives $15 million in federal funds needed to finish its wastewater project statesmanjournal.com/story/n… via @salem_statesman

Aumsville receives $15 million in federal funds needed to finish its wastewater project

The city east of Salem will receive a $9 million loan and a forgivable $6 million loan, giving it the money it needs to build a new treatment plant.

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The second episode of the Her Own Wings podcast features @CityofHillsboro Councilor @beachpace. Beach has spent her career building strong, efficient teams and collaboratively overcoming challenges to serve the community she loves. orcities.org/about/who-we-ar…
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Do you want to advocate for your city at the Oregon Legislature, but need more information on how the legislative process works? Check out the Legislative Basics video & resources, part of our newly released Lobbying 101 Toolkit. Watch now: orcities.org/advocacy/legisl… #orpol #orleg
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The LOC Women's Caucus has launched a new podcast featuring Oregon women in govt. The first-of-its-kind production will spotlight women who hold elected leadership & staff positions. The first episode features Albany Councilor Dr. Ramycia McGee. orcities.org/about/who-we-ar…
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Cities are reminded to obligate the allocated funds under the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program by Dec. 31, 2024. Plan now to obligate funds - it can take time to negotiate and execute a contract. nlc.org/article/2023/10/27/a…

ARPA Obligation Deadline is Around the Corner

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provided cities, towns and villages with a long runway to obligate the allocated funds under the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program.

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Proud sponsor of Oregon's HB3201, to increase access to #broadband! Today, driving to @tillamookcoast, was thrilled to 👀 fiber optic cable being channelled through rural area. HB3201 will expand this opportunity! Kudos Sen Aaron Woods & @PamMarshORHD5! @TillamookChambr #orleg
Secretary Gina Raimondo
@SecRaimondo26 Jun 2023
Big news: We’re investing $42 billion to bring affordable, high-speed internet to every American. It’s the largest-ever investment to close the digital divide — and it’s all thanks to @POTUS’ Investing in America Agenda.
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To boost the number of firefighters across Oregon ahead of wildfire season, the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has awarded $6 million in grants to 185 local fire agencies across the state. This year, small agencies were prioritized to receive funding. koin.com/news/wildfires/oreg…
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