Newberg Notices | February 27

Newberg Animal Shelter Requests Citizen Voices

According to an Instagram post from the Newberg Animal Shelter, the Oregon Department of Agriculture is proposing license fee increases for Animal Recuse Entities (AREs) that would hamper the nonprofit’s ability to shelter stray and rescue animals.

The most prohibitive part of the new structure, they say, would be a new fee levied per animals brought into the shelter.

“Last year Newberg Animal Shelter adopted 745 pets, so we’d likely fall into the fee for 501-1000 animals, which is $2,200!” the post read. “This is going to impact the animal rescue community, put more financial burden on us and how many lives we can save.”

The shelter is requesting people contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture and voice opposition to proposed fees. There is a public hearing on the matter Tuesday, February 27 from 9 – 10 a.m.

Public Hearing Details:

Date: 02/27/2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Meeting URL: https://oda.fyi/AREPublicCommentHearing
Phone number: 503-446-4951
Conference ID: 981149335
Passcode: xpA4EE

Newberg Downtown Coalition Seeks Board Member Applications

The Newberg Downtown Coalition is seeking applicants for a vacant board seat according to a post on social media.

“Do you own a business, work, or live in Newberg? Are you interested in supporting our work at the Newberg Downtown Coalition? You can make a direct, meaningful impact on Downtown Newberg by joining our Board!” the post read.

The Newberg Downtown Coalition is a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of Newberg residents and businesses with physical improvements, events, and promotions, according to the organization’s website.

Those interested in applying can send an email to exec@newbergdowntown.com to get the conversation started.

Willamette Valley AVA Celebrates 40 Years with Throwback Parties

The Willamette Valley American Viticulture Area (AVA), Oregon’s first AVA, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend with a series of events across Willamette Valley Wineries.

On December 1 1983, the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau granted the Willamette Valley official status as an American Viticultural Area, effective January 3rd, 1984, according to a press release from the Willamette Valley Wineries Association (WVWA).

“These events like the Throwback Weekend are designed to honor the Valley’s rich heritage, showcase its exceptional wines, and foster a deeper connection between wine enthusiasts and the vibrant wine-
making community, all while celebrating the joys of the 1980s,” said Morgen McLaughlin, executive director of the WVWA.

You can see a full list of Throwback Weekend events at the Willamette Valley Wine Association website.

Newberg Area Historical Society Seeks Feedback

The Newberg Area Historical Society (NAHS) is surveying Newberg residents to learn what and/or if they’re interested in a local history organization.

NAHS is sending out a nine-question survey to community members asking questions meant to gauge interest in the historical society, its impact, programming, and future.

They’re seeking feedback from the community to help guide the organization in the coming months and years. Community members can take the survey at THIS link.

Learn more about the Newberg Area Historical Society at their website.

Bubble Bear Reopening in Newberg March 1

Bubble Bear, the boba tea and waffle restaurant at 507 E 1st Street in Newberg, is reopening on March 1 after returning from their winter break according to a post on social media.

The Bubble Bear team left on a family vacation on January 13.

Learn more at the Bubble Bear social media account.