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What's New

2012 Summer Movies in the Park

Information on Grant Application to Acquire Boise Cascade Property on Minto-Brown Island

May Community Connection

City Must Close Two Fire Stations to Meet Budget Reductions

2011 Downtown Parking Survey Results

Modification to City of Salem Parking Meter Payment Options

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Oregon Residents and Businesses Affected by Severe Winter Storm

City of Salem Announces Mid-Year Budget Cuts

Education

Salem has the second largest school district in Oregon with an enrollment of 39,000 students and over 2,000 teachers and counselors.

Residents

Salem is rich in history, parks, arts and culture in a beautiful natural setting. Salem is a welcoming and engaging community.

Visitors

Salem, the capital city of Oregon and its second largest city, lies in the center of the lush Willamette River valley, 47 miles from Portland.

Quality of Life

Salem's parks, festivals, events, sports venues, vibrant downtown, riverfront access and arts attract people of all ages who love life and the outdoors.

Business

Few metropolitan areas in America stand at such a favorable junction of environment, resources and business amenities as Salem.

Sustainable Salem

Salem's sustainability initiatives, including tools and information to help residents and businesses reduce energy and save costs.

City Highlights

	Salem River Crossing
	Salem Flood 2012
	Sustainable Cities Initiative
	Unified Development Code Project
	2011 Council Wards Reapportionment
	Minto Island Bridge Update
	Bike and Walk Salem

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