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flag Oregon launches $45M Willamette River revival to restore access, culture, and ecology.

flag In 2026, a major revitalization effort for Oregon’s Willamette River is underway, centered on restoring public access, cultural connections, and economic activity. flag A $45 million state appropriation, secured in 2025, is funding the purchase of 40 acres near Willamette Falls in Oregon City to reopen the area to the public within a decade. flag Led by organizations including the Willamette Falls Trust, EcoTrust, and the 1803 Project, the initiative aims to reconnect Indigenous tribes and marginalized communities to the river, restore historic sites like the Willamette Locks, and create shared spaces for recreation and education. flag The March 19 “Reimagine the River” event in Portland brought together tribal leaders, nonprofits, and developers to advance these goals, emphasizing Indigenous leadership, equitable development, and environmental restoration.

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