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CANCELLED: This month’s City Club Lunch Forum has been cancelled due to concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate your understanding. —————————————- With earth month around the corner, this month’s City Club Lunch offers a check-in with our … Continued
HOMELESS SERVICES FORUM, Nov. 13
Behind the current headlines, homelessness is a complicated tangle of stories, and a web of area services trying to meet a diversity of needs. Some of the people running these services will be on hand for the next City Club … Continued
Town Halls: Six County Commissioner Candidates Meet
Seeking votes in the May 15 primary election, six county commissioner candidates will argue their cases at two City Club Town Halls set for April. The eventual victor will inherit a confluence of county problems now coming to a head. Affordable … Continued
Vital Signs 2: Healthy Relationships in Long-Term Support
When: Thursday, April 5, 7 pm Where: Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, 2945 NW Circle Ave. At the City Club of Corvallis meeting on March 13, Helen Kao, MD, of Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care, and Jason Wallis, MS, of Fitness Over 50, showed … Continued
Vital Signs: Effective programs for aging adults
If you missed these presentations, you can listen to them here: Helen Kao (23 minutes) Jason Wallis (17 minutes) As Baby Boomers enter their seventies, educators and health-care professionals are tracking the results of programs intended to help older adults maintain health and wellbeing. … Continued
Scientists’ Warning to Humanity — The rest of the story
Note: The talk described below is available on the City Club of Corvallis YouTube channel. When Oregon State University professor Bill Ripple and colleagues published a viewpoint article in the journal BioScience last fall — Scientists’ Warning to Humanity: A … Continued
Measure 101 — Covering the Oregon Health Plan
OREGON VOTERS will cast their ballots by January 23 in a special referendum on a health-care tax assessment adopted by the State Legislature in 2017. City Club members and area residents will have two opportunities on January 9 to hear presentations and ask … Continued
Tax Yourself…? The Public Safety Ballot Measure Considered
6:30 PM, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 – TOWN HALL Q&A… This November, voters will decide about continuing to pay increased county taxes for health and safety services and, this town hall session is a chance to talk with County officials about … Continued
Innovation in Corvallis — What’s the big deal?
CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE CORVALLIS ECONOMY often bring up a few key factors: innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. The community ranks among the top cities in the country for patents and Ph.Ds. per capita. And as the home to a global leader in … Continued
Roller Coaster Politics
A YEAR OF TWISTS, TURNS AND JUST HANGING ON Almost into the year of a dramatic about face in the White House, the national political conversation still generates surprises on a daily basis. Decisions on health care, tax reform, immigration … Continued
Water Woes: After a disaster, even Corvallis will get thirsty
The Willamette Valley may have plenty of water in normal times, but imagine the scene after a major earthquake: broken water and sewer mains, hazardous chemical spills, polluted streams, wells out of service. It could take weeks, we’re told, for … Continued
One City, Many Neighborhoods
If you cross the Marys River, bike down Jefferson Avenue or drive up Witham Hill, you will notice more than changes in the landscape. Streets, parks, schools, homes and businesses define the many neighborhoods that make up the city. Some … Continued
More Homeless, Less Resources
What We Actually Know, What Our Leaders Are Doing After two emergency homeless shelters announce shutdowns and the League of Women Voters issues a report on the scale of the homelessness problem, the City Club of Corvallis gathers top city, county … Continued
Balancing Budgets, Bracing for Impact…. City & County
Listen to an audio recording of this meeting on SoundCloud. The ability of the City of Corvallis and Benton County to balance their books and mediate financial tensions will be the focus of the City Club of Corvallis meeting on … Continued
Being a Muslim Woman in America
Soraya Deen is the founder of the Muslim Women Speakers Movement, and Co-founder of Peacemoms (Promoting Christian Muslim /Dialogue). She is a spiritual activist, lawyer, and author of PEACE MATTERS – Raising Peace Conscious children. Her vision is to create 10,000 VOICES … Continued
Transformational Resilience — Making Corvallis a resilient community informed by trauma
NOTE: Listen to a recording of this City Club of Corvallis presentation. According to the American Psychological Association, more than 40 percent of American adults report lying awake at night feeling stressed. The sources may vary — politics, conflict, finances, … Continued
Aftershocks: Taking steps toward seismic safety
In the summer of 2015, news of the likelihood of a catastrophic earthquake in the Pacific Northwest leapt into the headlines. Recent disasters in Chile, New Zealand and Japan reinforced the need for readiness. But since then, what have we done to … Continued
Struggle Over Sanctuary
The idea of sanctuary has deep roots in American history. The Underground Railroad of the 19th century and the Sanctuary Movement of the 1980s, which sought to protect people fleeing violence in Central America, are just two examples. Sanctuary has … Continued
Updates from Our Representatives in Salem
Gaveling in just after a bitter election season that saw record campaign expenditures on attack ads, Oregon’s 90 legislators will convene this February not only to grapple with a growing slate of issues, but also a projected $2 billion budget … Continued
Advise and Consent
Local elected officials face a daunting list of issues: climate change, mental health, affordable housing, graduation rates, economic development, transportation, and more. To inform their decision making, policy boards depend on thoughtful analyses of best practices, options and projected impacts. … Continued
Politics on Edge: Mental health, social media and the fabric of community
On election day, Tuesday, November 8, the City Club of Corvallis will explore the impacts of the current political climate on our day-to-day lives. National politics have long featured mudslinging and dirty tricks, but today’s unprecedented presidential campaign fosters a … Continued
Ballot Measure 2-100 Forum: Ranked Choice Voting
Thursday, October 13 at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 7 pm Will Benton County be first in Oregon to adopt a Ranked Choice Voting system, and if so, how would our local political landscape change? Major supporters include our State … Continued
Open Forum with Candidates for the Benton County Commission
Place: Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis Time: 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 22 Pick your issue: housing, transportation, public safety, the environment, taxes, services for seniors, mental health. Benton County faces them all. On September 22, the City … Continued
Upcoming for Fall 2016
The City Club of Corvallis will host four meetings on issues facing the voters in the fall 2016 elections. September 22, 7 pm at the Old World Deli, discussion with Benton County Commission candidates October 11, 12 noon at the … Continued
Report Card on Corvallis Schools: An exit interview with Superintendent Erin Prince by Senator Sara Gelser
When: 12 noon, Monday, June 6. Where: Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis, 1112 NW Circle. As Corvallis Public Schools Superintendent Erin Prince prepares to depart the district, the City Club of Corvallis will host a conversation about the education … Continued
From Vision to Action: Imagine Corvallis in 2040
When: 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 24 Where: Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The City of Corvallis is taking a step back from the immediate issues of the day to reflect on its future. What kind of community do citizens want to … Continued
Two Candidates on the Future of Benton County — A special City Club meeting
When: Monday, May 2, 7 pm Where: Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. in Corvallis Roads, health and public safety are the three big drivers of the $215 million two-year Benton County budget. However, in the past year, county … Continued
Sen. Sara Gelser and Rep. Dan Rayfield: Legislation Lunch on April 11
In a short and sometimes heated annual session, the State Legislature set in motion policies that will affect Oregon’s economy, environment and livability for years. At times, our own representatives in Salem found themselves voting in dissent. At the City … Continued
Disability and the Arts: What does it take to succeed?
On March 14, the Corvallis City Club examines research, technology and innovation at the nexus of commercial reality and human frailty — and just what it takes to be successful, disabled or not. Throwing yourself into a devastatingly challenging … Continued
Homelessness: What Is Our City Planning?
February 25 at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library in Corvallis, 645 NW Monroe St. Free and open to the public. Two separate panel discussions will begin at 5:30 pm and 6:45 pm. The debate about how to address homelessness in … Continued
Feb. 8 — How’s Business: A Lunch With Local Insiders
How will anticipated minimum wage hikes and other new laws actually impact workers, businesses and the community? And, what will the changing landscape of commercial properties in Corvallis mean for … Continued
January 11 at the Boys & Girls Club — Droughts and Deficits 2: Water in Our Future
Scientists project that the Willamette Valley will likely have an adequate water supply through the end of this century, but higher temperatures, population growth and the need to maintain fish and wildlife habitat will affect how we manage water and … Continued
November 9 at the Boys & Girls Club — Droughts and Deficits: Water in Our Future
Drought in the West and recent floods in the South remind us of the power of this vital resource. Climate change, population growth, agriculture and urban development are straining supplies and water management systems in the United States and around … Continued
Saving Lives: Recovering from the Big One
If Oregon were hit with a major earthquake today, how would Corvallis respond to the almost certain devastation of buildings, utilities, bridges and roads? Which are our most vulnerable public buildings? What plans for building reinforcements and emergency procedures are … Continued
City Club Open Forum: Does Benton County Need a New Jail?
Does Benton County need a new jail, and does it need to be almost triple the capacity of the current facility? Will it improve public safety? How much will it cost to operate? These are among the questions to … Continued
Summer Roadwork: Construction, caution signs and detours
Whether navigating from the city to the coast, east toward I-5 or just around town, Corvallis drivers may face delays and detours this summer. On Hwy. 20 east of the Van Buren Bridge, construction continues on a multi-use path north … Continued
Annual Meeting
Members of the Corvallis City Club will gather at 5 pm Tuesday, May 19, 2015, at the Del Alma restaurant banquet room to elect officers and a board for the coming year. Registration is requested by 5 pm Friday, May … Continued
Meeting the Housing Needs of Older Adults: What Will It Take?
Oregon’s population of people 65 and older is growing. By 2025 the state is expected to have the nation’s fourth highest proportion of older adults, according to the National Institute on Aging. And by some estimates, Benton County alone may … Continued
Should we ban GMOs in Benton County?
Benton County voters will decide in May whether or not to approve a proposed ordinance prohibiting the cultivation of genetically engineered crops in the county and banning the use of genetically modified organisms. Measure 2-89, the Local Food System Ordinance … Continued
Where We Live: Housing for Corvallis
A recent letter writer to the Gazette Times summed up the state of a proposed housing development in Corvallis this way: the wrong housing in the wrong place at the wrong time. The proliferation of apartment complexes, especially for Oregon … Continued
What Matters About Living in Corvallis?
On March 9, 2015, 50 people participated in facilitated conversations at the invitation of the Corvallis City Club and the League of Women Voters. Attendees addressed two questions: 1. What matters about living in Corvallis? 2. What do you want … Continued
A Community Conversation: What Matters About Living in Corvallis
Co-sponsored by the Corvallis City Club and the League of Women VotersMarch 9, 12 noon to 1:10 pmGerding Builders Gym, Corvallis Boys & Girls Club Medical care, educational opportunities, the farmers market, the Willamette River, high-tech businesses — these and … Continued
Future of the Written Word
Future of the Written Word 12 noon, February 9 Gerding Builders Gym, Boys & Girls Club Failing newspapers may be just the beginning. As news, feature stories and fiction flow to websites, blogs and e-books, we are undergoing a transformation … Continued
Political Fallout from 2014 in 2015: How Radioactive Are Politics Now?
November’s Republican gains in Congress led the party to regain control of the Senate and to capture its largest House majority since 1946. In Oregon meanwhile, Democrats retained the governorship, added to their control of the House and gained a … Continued
View from the Top
Julie Manning, Corvallis Mayor Any Corvallis resident can serve as Mayor. After all, the Corvallis City Charter makes it simple: “Every fourth year…, a Mayor shall be elected.” And it lists five duties, such as to appoint committees, to run … Continued
Homeless in Corvallis
Area nonprofits and the city are currently working to make long-term decisions about services for Corvallis’ homeless population. As they grapple with costs, benefits and impacts, the Corvallis City Club has scheduled a special evening meeting to examine current and … Continued
GMOs in Food: Will Oregon Follow Vermont’s Lead?
Last April, Vermont became the first state to pass a law requiring the labeling of foods that contain ingredients made through genetic engineering. Similar laws have been passed in Maine and Connecticut (implementation is contingent on adoption by the other … Continued
High Noon for Marijuana
Is marijuana medicine? And what would legalized recreational sales look like in Corvallis? Three dispensaries have opened in the past several months, currently selling medicinal marijuana. The passage of Measure 91 could mean that recreational marijuana will also go retail. … Continued
Business in Corvallis: Opportunities and Obstacles
Corvallis’ Vision 20/20 statement (1997) calls for “a vibrant economy that is anchored by key strategic industries and complemented by a wealth of diverse, environmentally-friendly businesses.” While a key indicator, the city’s unemployment rate, remains among the lowest in Oregon, … Continued
Drought on the Horizon: Where will you get your water?
When: Monday, May 12, 12 noon Where: Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis “Summer time, and the living is easy.” Or so the song goes. Changing water availability is already making things less easy for our neighbors in southern Oregon … Continued
Neighborhood Activism and the Planning Commission
This artist’s rendering shows the proposed Campus Crest student housing development in the Witham Oaks area of Corvallis, as designed in 2013. (Provided by Campus Crest Development LLC) Development may change the look and feel of our neighborhoods, but proposals … Continued
Living with Wildlife
As human population grows, people and wildlife often find themselves living in close proximity. When wildlife habitat and food and water resources disappear, animal look for food and nest sites in homes and garages. While it is a joy to … Continued
Pay to Park
FEB. 10 UPDATE: As roads are beginning to clear from last week’s snow storm, the City Club will meet At the Boys & Girls Club today. In a bid to ease parking congestion on residential streets near Oregon State University, … Continued
The Future of High-Speed Rail in the Willamette Valley
Amtrak operates the Acela, a high-speed train between Boston and New York. Faster passenger trains could make travel by rail on the West Coast more attractive for commuters. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is now planning for a new … Continued
College Courses Online: Biochemistry Free and Easy
Kevin Ahern Are online courses the future of higher education? As buildings rise at college campuses, including Oregon State University, students are flocking to courses delivered via the Internet. Companies such as Udacity, Coursera and the Kahn Academy offer free online classes, many from top … Continued
The Corvallis Proposed Tax Levy, 2013
Corvallis citizens will vote on a proposed property tax levy renewal and increase at the general election on Nov. 5. If approved, the “Livability, Public Safety and City Services Local Option Tax Levy” would raise funds for the Osborn Aquatic … Continued
Canola in the Valley: Seeds of Change?
Canola has potential as a rotation crop for grass seed farmers and as a source of local biofuel, but the seeds from which it is produced are generating more than a little heat among Willamette Valley farmers. The specialty vegetable … Continued
Da Vinci Days, Reinventing the spirit of creativity
In 2013, Corvallis’ signature summer festival celebrates 25 years of bringing art, science and technology together. A variety of family oriented activities — theater, music, demonstrations, parades, displays and races of outlandish vehicles — have grown to include a film … Continued
Coordinated Care Organizations: a new health-care model for Oregon
Across Oregon, 15 coordinated care organizations are experimenting with new models of health care for people eligible to participate in the Oregon Health Plan. With support from the federal government, these organizations are combining mental and physical health services in … Continued
Corvallis Arts and Culture — Opportunity knocks
We are entering a new era for arts and culture in Corvallis. While the Corvallis Arts and Culture Commission has designated 2013 as the Year of Culture, tightening economic conditions mean that the game has changed. Public/private partnerships continue to … Continued
Raising Revenue
Distribution of Oregon property taxes, 2010-11. Source: Oregon Dept. of Revenue It’s no secret that local governments in Oregon are struggling to fund operating expenses for services from police and fire to roads and education. In the 2010-11 fiscal year, … Continued
In Collaboration: OSU and Corvallis
Corvallis City Club, Feb. 11, 2013, 12 noon to 1:15. Location: the Banquet Room in the Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis. The City of Corvallis and Oregon State University are working collaboratively to consider implementation of policies and … Continued
Move to Amend
At the October 8 Corvallis City Club meeting, Rachel Ozretich and Bob Ozretich, co-founders of Corvallis Area Move to Amend, will briefly summarize the history and some of the consequences of the U.S. Supreme Court’s classification of: a) artificial entities … Continued
WHERE THERE’S SMOKE . . .
Corvallis City Club, Sept. 10, 2012, 12 noon to 1:15. The Banquet Room in the Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis. Oregon voters will weigh in this November on Measure 80, the Oregon Cannabis Tax Act. If passed, the … Continued
Rendering of proposed Corvallis waterfront hotel Rooms with a View The Corvallis Planning Commission has unanimously approved plans for a five-story hotel in downtown Corvallis at 1st and Adams, the site of the former Copeland Lumber yard. The site lies … Continued
Housing in Corvallis: Where are we?
Depending on whom you ask, housing in Corvallis can mean different things: high prices; tight rental market; neighborhoods that are safe and pedestrian friendly; replacement of open space and traditional, single-family homes with multi-family apartments. Housing policies have long been … Continued
Race to the White House
April 9, 2012, 12:00 to 1:15 Banquet Room, Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis The tumultuous Republican primary season continues with votes due April 3 in Wisconsin and April 24 in Rick Santorum’s home state of Pennsylvania. OPB political … Continued
Key Initiatives to Help Launch Our Students for Success
March 12, 2012 12 noon to 1:15 p.m., Banquet Room, The Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis Speaker: Erin Prince, Ed.D, Superintendent, Corvallis School District 509J With so many competing interests and mandates, school districts today face the challenge … Continued
High Water Mark: The Marys River Watershed Council and the Flood of 2012
February 13, 2012 12 noon to 1:15 p.m., Banquet Room, The Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis Speaker: Thom Whittier, Marys River Watershed Council The Marys River surged over its banks in January and reached its highest stage in … Continued
Ethical Issues in Contemporary Medicine
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Crime in Corvallis: Fact or Fiction?
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The Changing Face of America: What the 2010 Census Isn’t Telling You
Monday, Sept. 12 12 noon to 1:15 p.m. Banquet Room in the Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St. Corvallis Attendance is free. Lunch: $8 for members, $10 for non-members. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. To reserve a space, send email … Continued
Growth in Corvallis: How, When, Where?
12 noon — 1:15 p.m., June 13 Banquet Room, The Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St. Doors open at 11:30. Attendance is free. Lunch is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. To save a seat, send email to Nick Houtman … Continued
Publicly Funded Health Care for All
Monday, May 9, 11:45 am – 1:15 pm The Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St. Attendance is free. Lunch is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. To save a seat, send e-mail to nickhoutman8@aol.com with “City Club May 9” in … Continued
Up to the Voters: A tax-levy proposal
Monday, April 11, 11:45 am – 1:15 pm The Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St. Attendance is free. Lunch is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. To save a seat, send e-mail to nickhoutman8@aol.com with “City Club April 11” in … Continued
Conversation with the Mayor
In January, new mayor Julie Manning shook City Recorder Kathy Louie’s hand after she was sworn in. (Andy Cripe/Gazette-Times) Monday, March 14, 11:45 am – 1:15 pm The Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St. Attendance is free. Lunch is $8 … Continued
Good Neighbors
12 noon — 1:15, February 14, 2011 Banquet Room, The Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St., Corvallis Speakers Tom Scheuremann, Director, University Housing and Dining Services, Oregon State University Bob Loewen, Housing Division, City of Corvallis Rentals and owner-occupied residences … Continued
Construction Zone: ODOT’s proposal for Corvallis
11:45 a.m. — 1:15 p.m. January 10, 2011 Renaissance Building 136 SW Washington St. Corvallis THE ISSUE Everyone who commutes across the Willamette River knows that it’s a dangerous drive. Three highways converge in downtown Corvallis, creating a bottleneck that … Continued
Honorable Discharges: Wasterwater Options for Corvallis
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Election 2010: Rearranging the Deck Chairs on the Titanic?
October 11, 11:45 to 1:15 Banquet Room, Renaissance Building,136 SW Washington St., Corvallis Will Oregon get its first Republican governor since Victor Atiyeh left office in 1987? Will first-term congressman Kurt Schrader survive a battle with state legislator Scott Bruun? … Continued
Farming on the Edge: Livable cities, profitable farms
September 13, 11:45 to 1:15See Bennett Hall’s story in the Sept. 14 Corvallis Gazette Times NOTE THE NEW LOCATIONBanquet Room, Renaissance Building, 136 SW Washington St., CorvallisThe Willamette Valley anchors Oregon’s agricultural economy. A patchwork of fruit, nut, grain, vegetable, … Continued
Arts and Culture: What’s Happening in Our Community?
Trish Daniels, Corvallis City CouncilCynthia Spencer-Hadlock, Fall Festival Exec. Director June 14th, 2010 11:45 – 1:30 pmFirst Presbyterian Church114 SW 8th St. Corvallis Register Here City Club June 2010 – Arts and Culture – 06/14/10 Corvallis and Benton County are … Continued
City Club May 2010 – Young Pros – 05/10/10
City Club May 2010 – Young Pros – 05/10/10 Younger Professionals in Corvallis:Indispensable or Invisible?May 10, 201011:45-1:30pmFirst Presbyterian Church With Chris Nordyke (State Farm)Matt Andresen (Chase Bank and Funneli)Molly Marcum (Samaritan Health Services) Register Here What is the role of … Continued
April City Club – Energy Independence
April City Club The Road to Energy Independence for Benton County April 12, 2010First Presbyterian Church8th and MonroeCorvallis Oregon 11:45am – 1:30pm Speakers: Jim Phelps, CSC Energy Action Team, Carley Lettero, CSC Energy Action Team, Stanley Florek, Tangerine Solar Register … Continued
Crossing Over: The Faces of Immigration in Corvallis – March 8th,2010
March 8, 201011:45 a.m. — 1:30 p.m.CORVALLIS CITY CLUBFirst Presbyterian Church, 114 SW 8th St., Corvallis Speakers Erlinda Gonzales-Berry, Casa Latinos Unidos de Benton County Iqbal Khurram, CorvallisMario Magana, Oregon State UniversityYema Measho, Attorney at Law Register Here Immigrants … Continued
Healthcare at a Crossroads: Can the Coming Changes Heal our Local Economy?
City Club to Feature Dr. Larry Mullins in a Community Discussion of Health Care as a Local Economic Force February 8, 201011:45 am — 1:30 pm First Presbyterian Church114 SW 8th St, Corvallis Register Here In addition to providing services … Continued
Volunteering: What’s in it for you? – Dec 14, 2009
City Club – December 14, 11:45 – 1:30First Presbyterian Church, 8th and Monroe Beth Fox – LB VisionDebra Curtis – Youth Volunteer CorpsSusette Boydston – Samaritan Health Register Here for the Event Corvallis is known for having "high social capital" … Continued
City Club Nov 9, 2009 – Homelessness: Neighbors w/o an Address
The new Benton County 10 year Plan to End Homelessness offers a guide to understanding this problem in our community and a stategy for how we can enhance livability for everyone who calls Corvallis home. Who are the homeless in … Continued
October City Club: 2009 Legislative Session – Bill Lunch – October 12th
Oct 12th, 2009 Corvallis City ClubRegister Here 2009 Legislative Session: Who are the Winners and Losers coming out of the 2009 Legislative Session Bill Lunch, Oregon State University, Department Head of Political Science Professor Bill Lunch again joins the City … Continued
September 14, 2009 – City Club Meeting to Focus on OSU “Prosperity through Innovation”
The Corvallis City Club’s third year will initiate the season on September 14th with a discussion of the impact of Oregon State University with the Prosperity through Innovation efforts. Over the last decade, several changes have been made to the … Continued
City Club 2009-2010 Topics and Dates
The program committee for the Corvallis City Club has been working on topics, dates and speakers for the 2009-2010 season. The general outline for the season has come together, and now the work is focused on confirming speakers and refining … Continued
City Club Feedback Process
As we come to the end of the City Club of Corvallis Season, we would like to take a moment and reflect on the project. We have put together several programs and we have had over different people attend our … Continued
June 8th: Don’t Carrots Come From The Supermarket? What Is The Farm To School Program?
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May 11th: What Magic is happening in Green Buidilng?
May 11th, 200911:45 – 1:30pmFirst Presbyterian Church8th and Monroe, Corvallis , Or Register for Corvallis City Club Panelists: Clark Brockman Chair, Cascadia Region Green Building Council Nathan Good, Architect, Designer/builder of Net Zero Energy homes in the Northwest Bruce Hecht, … Continued
Corvallis City Club April 13 – Economic Development: Must we choose between Pavement or Peonies?”
Speakers: Dr Patrick Emerson , Associate Professor Oregon State University Rob Diez, Director of the Center for the Advancement of a Steady State Economy Date: Monday, April 13, 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.First Presbyterian Church on 8th and Monroe Rob … Continued
April 8th Special City Club : “Climate Change in Corvallis” with Dr Phillip Mote
City Club: April 8th – Climate Change in CorvallisDr. Philip W. Mote, a national leader in analyzing the impacts ofclimate change, will speak about what's predicted for our part of thecountry.Event Date: 04-08-09Event Time: 11:45 AM – 01:30 PM PSTLocation: … Continued
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE CRISIS: IS THERE A SOLUTION?
Will it be the Obama plan or the McCain plan for healthcare? We’ll know who won by the time of our meeting. What does this plan mean to Oregonians? And what is happening with the Oregon plan? Come hear the … Continued
2008 – 2009 Schedule
September – Election: What’s at stake for Oregonians this Election? October – Education: A Focus on Teaching November – Healthcare – The American Healthcare Crisis: Is there a solution? December – Macro Trends/Micro Impacts: How big picture trends may impact … Continued