McKenzie Rebuilds Update 28th Jan. 2021


UPDATE: For more info and resources for those denied by FEMA please read our most recent post from McKenzieRebuilds.org on this here! If you received a letter from FEMA that says you’re ineligible for help, that’s not the last word. A quick fix like providing more information may change FEMA’s decision. If you have…
“Bingo at the Center” will return August 14th 7:00pm, but will be held at the Presbyterian Church in Walterville. Bingo at the Vida McKenzie Community Center began in August 2003 and has continued as a family fun night for everyone since. We are looking forward to bringing the bingo night back to our community after…
Source: NBC16.com PORTLAND, Ore. — Experts in Oregon say despite recent record rainfall in Portland, it only takes one dry day for a fire to happen. A recent Portland State University study found the devastating 2020 Labor Day wildfires burned more than 800,000 acres combined. Researchers say it’s an example of how wildfires can occur in…
Source: McKenzieRebuilds.org The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) has reached an agreement with several insurance companies to extend timelines to at least two years from the date of loss for 2020 Labor Day wildfire victims. The complete list of insurance companies that have signed on to rebuild timeline agreements are listed on…
Wildfire survivors may be prioritized for subsidized housing through a Letter of Priority Entitlement (LOPE) from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). It serves as a letter of support to individuals whose home has been damaged or destroyed in a Federally declared disaster. This letter allows the recipient, who may not otherwise be eligible,…
Source: McKenzieRiver.org We are working to improve fish and wildlife habitat on the middle-McKenzie River. In-stream restoration can look messy and is often misunderstood. McKenzie River Trust staff will be presenting on how the project has been designed, what the project will look like during restoration and the expected ecological benefits for fish and wildlife….