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NEWSLETTER This is the premier issue of a new publication. It is about volunteers; it is written and produced by volunteers. Let us know what you think - please share your ideas for content and suggestions on format. You can even join the newsletter staff for the next issue (see story inside). The newsletters are posted in Adobe "PDF" format. You will need the free Adobe Reader to view or print them.
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HISTORIC OPEN HOUSE PROGRAM DISCONTINUED IN 2010 Oregon’s Special Assessment on Historic Properties program offers a 10-year “freeze” of the property’s assessed value for buildings that will be significantly but appropriately rehabilitated and maintained. Dating from 1975, this program is the oldest of its kind in the country. The State Historic Preservation Office announced, in 2010, the discontinuation of their yearly Open House requirement for buildings taking advantage of the program. The agency cites issues with liability, security and insurance as reasons for the cancellation, as well as the small number of people who visited the buildings during the open houses. Although many of the owners of historic properties may be relieved not to open their buildings annually, others looked forward to the yearly chance to share with the public, and still may be willing to host an open house for groups, like the volunteers at the AHC. |
