PSU National Policy Consensus Center

08/25/2021

*You must submit your application through the PSU website listed below: No applications/resumes received though email or Facebook will be considered.

https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/35528

Come Work with Oregon Solutions
For a Better Oregon

Now is the time for you to make a difference

Oregon Solutions is currently hiring two project managers. Oregon Solutions is the state’s designated program working on complex public policy projects using collaboration. We do this by creating a collaborative forum where businesses, governments, nonprofits, community-based organizations, sovereigns, and other stakeholders can align resources and pool efforts to achieve desired results. If you are passionate about building stronger and more resilient communities by helping people address tough public issues together, apply today to join our experienced team.

*You must submit your application through the PSU website listed below: No applications/resumes received though email or Facebook will be considered.

https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/35528

06/03/2021

Treasury Releases Additional ARPA Guidance for Smaller Cities

On May 24, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued additional American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) guidance for non-entitlement units of local government (NEUs). This guidance applies to smaller cities, typically less than 50,000 in population, which will receive ARPA funds through the state.

The League of Oregon Cities has a page dedicated to providing up- to-date information for Cities on funding and spending guidance. You can find more information here.

Signed into law by President Biden on March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARP) allocates $1.9 trillion to COVID-19 relief and economic recovery. Cities in Oregon will directly receive more than $680 million through the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund.

05/24/2021

The National Policy Consensus Center (NPCC) is helping local governments foster new leaders, using an innovative civic leadership training model that is available to local governments across Oregon. In a time of changing demographics and complex public challenges, cities and counties need to build a strong and diverse pool of talented leaders for local committees and boards. Those leaders need the skills to work with others to get things done.

Want more information on how you can strengthen your community ? Click the link below or email me, Angela Handran [email protected].

Civic Leadership Academy Developing future civic leaders The National Policy Consensus Center (NPCC) is helping local governments foster new leaders, using an innovative civic leadership training model that is available to local governments across Oregon. In a time of changing demographics and compl...

05/18/2021

The Center for Public Service and NPCC work very closely together to help address public policy issues, support local leaders, and provide resources to help communities thrive. If you are looking for an opportunity to support this mission click the link below!

The Center for Public Service is seeking an Office Coordinator. Our CPS Office Coordinator position works with Center administrators, staff, and faculty to provide administrative, financial management, and project portfolio support to the Center, as well as supervise student employees supporting the Center’s administrative operations.
https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/34722

05/17/2021

We are delighted to present to the world our new textbook! Order your copy today and stay tuned for details about our upcoming webinar with the authors on June 10th at 10am Pacific.

05/15/2021

Thanks to Governor Kate Brown for visiting Butte Falls - one of our Oregon Solutions projects. Butte Falls is seeking to buy 430 acres of adjacent forestland that completely surrounds the town. The community intends to manage the land locally to mitigate wildfire; preserve drinking water, fish, and wildlife; and to promote economic development, recreation, tourism, and natural resources education. The community forest hopes to serve as a model of resilience and adaptation for other small Oregon communities.

05/13/2021

Check out what the City of Hermiston is doing to help their residents get to and from work!

“The goal of this program from the beginning has been to make sure lack of transportation isn’t an obstacle for people to get to their jobs, and we’re really pleased that WORC is providing another option for people,” said Mark Morgan, assistant city manager. “The program is averaging about 20 riders per day to all kinds of workplaces.”

HERMISTON — Ridership in the Workforce On-demand Ride Cooperative (WORC) rebounded in the first quarter of 2021 as more residents used the service to access jobs at grocery, retail, and fast food establishments in Hermiston and the surrounding communities.

05/13/2021

LEAN Rapid Process Improvement has a lot to offer to nonprofits and local government but remains a largely unexplored area in these sectors. Join us for a two-day non-credit professional development training designed to help nonprofit and local government professionals learn how LEAN practices can benefit their organizations. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gjU8RfR

Implementing LEAN Process Improvement Register today! about Implementing LEAN Process Improvement Training Details LEAN Rapid Process Improvement has a lot to offer to nonprofits and local government but remains a largely unexplored area in these sectors. Join us for a two-day non-credit professiona...

05/03/2021

Its Public Service Recognition Week! Comment below and share with us why you choose to serve your community.

This week marks the celebration of ! We are thankful for all of the hardworking and dedicated public servants working in federal, state, county, local, and tribal government employees. We are so proud to celebrate you!

Public servants: we want to hear from you! Comment below or share a post on your page explaining why you serve. Make sure to tag us so that we can give you a shoutout! ⭐

06/30/2020

The City of Bend is hosting Welcoming Week.

WHAT IS WELCOMING WEEK?
"Welcoming Week is a series of events in our community where neighbors, immigrants, and long-term residents come together in a spirit of unity. These events demonstrate that in places large and small, people of all backgrounds can come together and create stronger communities by building meaningful connections and affirming the benefits of being welcoming to everyone"

As a Welcoming City, we join other welcoming communities around the country in celebrating Welcoming Week, Sept. 11-20, 2020.

Welcoming Week is a series of events in our community that raise awareness about our status as a Welcoming City and the benefits of welcoming everyone in Bend.