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City of Salem
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Salem, Oregon 97301
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Welcome to Salem, Oregon's New Website
We've launched a new website offering features informed by best practices, user community feedback and use patterns. While you can connect in all the ways listed below, our website is our central communication tool.
“We invite you to explore the new website and discover all the services, programs, and new initiatives the City of Salem offers,” says Kristin Retherford, Interim City Manager.
The address hasn't changed. It's still https://www.cityofsalem.net. The website offers new features and functions designed to better address the needs of our community, including:
- Easier access through side menu navigation
- Prominent, home page buttons linking to our website’s most popular pages
- Translation into dozens of languages
- An “I want to…” menu that makes it easier to find frequently used pages
- Flexible and responsive design, including better mobile device presentation
- Improved accessibility for screen readers
- Integrated social media feeds and video content
- Searchable, sortable, and easily navigated event calendar
- A new “Shaping Salem’s Future” section that offers information about our many projects and planning efforts in one convenient location
We hope you find our website helpful and easy to use. We invite you to share your thoughts on the new website through the “Give Website Feedback” link found at the bottom of all web pages.
More ways to connect
One thing you won't want to forget is to sign up for Salem Community Alerts. We use them to get the most urgent information to you by phone, text or email.
Concerns of Emerald Ash Borer Growing in Oregon
The emerald ash borer (EAB), a destructive and invasive insect known for killing ash trees in North America has recently been discovered in western Oregon.
07/28/2022 1:30 PM
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is Coming to Salem
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is coming to Salem on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Gerry Frank | Salem Rotary Amphitheater.
08/08/2022 2:19 PM
Traffic Team investigates fatal collision involving train, pedestrian
08/02/2022
What's Your Lawn Style?
What’s your lawn style – low, medium, or high maintenance? Whatever your style the What’s Your Lawn Style campaign has tips for you!
08/01/2022 5:00 AM
Detectives investigate shooting death
07/28/2022 3:43 PM
Book chosen for 2023 Salem Reads: One Book, One Community
After a rigorous selection process and a vote by many readers, our community has selected "Born a Crime," a best-selling memoir by comedian Trevor Noah to be the focus of discussion, events, and activities in February 2023.
07/22/2022 10:51 AM
Soul Box Project Display at Library Focuses on Gunfire Awareness
Salem Public Library is hosting a display of the national Soul Box Project from July 19 through August 19, a project designed to draw focus to the impacts of gun violence in the United States.
07/18/2022 1:39 PM
Micro-Shelter Community to Relocate to Center Street This Summer
07/06/2022 3:12 PM
Amended Community Improvement Bond Heads to Voters
If approved by voters, the bond will provide for investment in streets, sidewalks, parks and public safety without increasing the City’s property tax rate.
07/01/2022 9:36 AM
Hours expand at the West Salem Branch
Expanded hours kick off at the West Salem Branch beginning Saturday, July 2. The branch will now be open four days each week - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
06/30/2022 3:05 PM
Salem Planners Receive State Engagement Award
Our Salem coordinators pursued more inclusive engagement, reaching beyond typical land use advocacy groups.
06/28/2022 1:55 PM
Willamette Slough Habitat Restoration Continues
Restoration of the Willamette Slough continues with the treatment of the aquatic invasive plant, Ludwigia.
06/23/2022 10:32 AM
Salem Public Library goes fine-free on July 1
A new fine-free policy for Salem Public Library takes effect on July 1. Many people now unable to use their library cards because of fines owed will be able to use the library again!
06/16/2022
Two Northwest Artists Selected for Salem’s Next Public Art Project
The Public Works Operations Building will be a central headquarters for Public Works personnel and serve as a center for departmental response to public emergencies.
06/14/2022 1:23 PM
indelible Exhibit in Library Art Hall through September
The Oregon Artists Series Foundation (OASF) has opened indelible: Artist Portraits by Diane Beals, an exhibit in two parts, in the Level 2 Gallery at the Salem Convention Center and in the new Art Hall at the Salem Public Library.
06/11/2022
City Council Considers Our Salem, 2023 Budget, Community Improvement Bond
06/09/2022 2:59 PM
Indian School Excavation Reveals Thousands of Artifacts
06/02/2022 4:30 PM
Public Library Launches New Art Hall for Local Artists
Salem Public Library has a new space dedicated to exploring artwork created by Salem area artists. Located inside the main entrance to the library, the Art Hall will host a series of temporary exhibitions that will change throughout the year.
06/02/2022 3:50 PM
Amanda Wojick Creates Public Art for Salem Library
Salem's newest work of public art is by Eugene, Oregon-based artist Amanda Wojick. Call Number Cascade, a site-specific sculpture on the main floor of the newly renovated Salem Public Library is a whimsical composition of color and form inspired by a love of libraries, landscapes, and a story of sev
06/01/2022 1:30 AM
Salem Announces Recipients of 2022 Entitlement Funds
06/01/2022
29 Graduating Seniors Earn City Recognition for Volunteerism
Teens' volunteerism includes virtual forums, leadership summits, volunteering at City events, special projects and the annual shoe drive.
05/26/2022