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The official Bluesky account of Lane Council of Governments in Lane County, Oregon.
Our Mission: LCOG: Coordinate, Connect & Enhance: Providing a wide range of services to the public and public agencies consistently and without bias. www.lcog-or.gov
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We need a Transportation Marketing Intern to support the 2026 May is Bike Month Lane County campaign from Feb. to mid-June 2026. Open to students and non-students.

Send resume and cover letter to Delaney Thompson (dthompson@lcog-or.gov) or HandShake by 11:59 PM on Jan. 18. More at bit.ly/4juojU0.
January 13, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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Tickets are now on sale for the LCOG Member Appreciation Dinner, Raffle, and Dessert Dash for the Senior Meals Program that's happening Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Cottage Grove Armory.
Buy Tickets: givebutter.com/c/LCOGDinner...
Submit an Award Nomination: forms.cloud.microsoft/g/shfiJhmB4B
LCOG Member Appreciation Dinner with many people inside the Cottage Grove Armory socializing around tables in a hall with a stage and presentation screen.
January 12, 2026 at 7:25 PM
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The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is identifying projects throughout Lane County for funding, as part of the development of Central Lane MPO's 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).

We need residents' feedback by February 5, 2026.

More info: www.lcog-or.gov/thempo/page/...
The image features a split layout with bold purple borders at the top and bottom containing white text. In the center, a person is typing on a silver laptop with a black keyboard. The person's hands are visible, suggesting active use of the laptop. A potted plant and a window are in the background, creating a casual work environment. The overall color scheme includes purple, white, silver, and black, with natural lighting illuminating the scene. Alt-text: Person typing on a laptop with purple text banners above and below. Transcribed Text: The Central Lane MPO needs your comments about FY28-30 Funding Proposals! Go to our website to see the projects!
January 9, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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Join our team! Our LCOG Senior & Disability Services Division is accepting job applications for Case Manager in Eugene, Oregon. The deadline to apply is January 19. Apply online at www.lcog-or.gov/administrati...
Job posting for a Case Manager from the Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services, displaying a photo of a two-story brick building. Transcribed Text: We're hiring! Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services Case Manager Deadline January 19
January 7, 2026 at 9:56 PM
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Our January 2026 LCOG Newsletter is ready to read!
Link: tinyurl.com/3jj8nxs8
In this issue:
• Save the Date! LCOG Member Appreciation Dinner - March 6
• Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
• Share Your Thoughts: Surveys and more!
To read past newsletters, go to www.lcog-or.gov/projects-new...
Logo of the Lane Council of Governments with a newsletter icon. Transcribed Text: LCOG Lane Council of Governments Newsletter
January 6, 2026 at 10:19 PM
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New federal work rules for SNAP recipients who have Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD) status are now in place. If you're ages 18-64 with ABAWD status, our volunteer program can help you meet some of your requirements!

Fill out our online interest form today to get started: bit.ly/3I8T7eP
A person holds stacked food containers in a kitchen setting. Transcribed Text: Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services Need Volunteer Hours for SNAP? We Can Help!
January 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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LCOG Senior & Disability Services is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Advisory Councils! Help us shape the future of services for people with physical disabilities and older adults in Lane County.
lcog-or.gov/sdslane/page...
Applications are due by December 31, 2025.
Poster for Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services inviting people to join advisory councils, with applications due December 31. Transcribed Text: LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Senior & Disability Services Join our Advisory Councils! Applications due December 31.
December 31, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Service Alert: Link Lane will not be in service on New Year's Day, Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Service will resume on Friday, January 2.
Service alert for Link Lane with fireworks and bus graphic. Transcribed Text: Service Alert Link Lane will not be in service on New Year's Day Thursday, January 1st. Service will resume on Friday, January 2nd.
December 30, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Our offices will be closed on January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day. Happy New Year!
Fireworks with a closure notice and LCOG logo. Transcribed Text: Our offices will be closed on January 1st for New Year’s Day. LCOG LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
December 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Our offices will be closed on December 25 and 26 for the holidays.
Holiday closure announcement with snowflake design and LCOG logo. Transcribed Text: Our offices will be closed on December 25 and 26 for the holidays. LCOG LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
December 23, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Since 2008, Subaru and its retailers have helped provide nearly 5 million meals and visits to homebound seniors. That's more than numbers; it's health, independence, and connection. Join us by supporting the Subaru Share the Love Event.

#MealsOnWheels #SubaruShareTheLove
A young man with a Meals on Wheels shirt smiles while delivering a package to an older person outdoors. Transcribed Text: MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA SUBARU share the love EVENT
December 19, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Did you know our Metro Television team provides live coverage of local government meetings? These meetings are cablecast live on Comcast Channel 21, and streamed live over the internet on govhub.ompnetwork.org.

Learn more at www.lcog-or.gov/tv/page/loca...
Camera and light set up to broadcast a Lane County meeting.
December 18, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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We're hiring! Join our team at Lane Council of Governments. Apply for jobs on our website at www.lcog-or.gov.
Lane Council of Governments job advertisement with landscape photo and website link. Transcribed Text: We're hiring! LCOG LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Apply for jobs on our website at www.lcog-or.gov
December 15, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Only 2 days until our MOD Pizza Fundraiser!
Whether you dine in, take out, or order online, MOD will donate 20% of your bill to LCOG Senior & Disability Services when you use the fundraiser code MODGIVES20.
MOD Pizza - 203 Coburg Road, Eugene OR 97401
Saturday, December 13, 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
A flyer with a white background promoting a MOD Pizza fundraising event with the words Raise Some Dough. The MOD Pizza logo appears at the top with the Lane Council of Governments Senior and Disability Services logo in the middle below the words "Join MOD in Supporting." The flyer reads "Bring in this flyer, or order online through the MOD app or website using the fundraiser code provided, and MOD will donate 20% of your bill to support this great work!"
December 11, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Help us shape the future of services for people with physical disabilities and older adults in Lane County by volunteering on our Senior Services Advisory Council or our Disability Services Advisory Council!

www.lcog-or.gov/sdslane/page...

Applications due by December 31.
An older adult with glasses holds a tablet. Blue overlay with text and a logo on the right invites joining advisory councils with a due date for applications. Transcribed Text: LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Senior & Disability Services Join our Advisory Councils! Applications due December 31.
December 10, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Join our team! Our Senior & Disability Services Division is accepting job applications for Adult Protective Services (APS) Specialist (Abuse Investigator). The deadline to apply is December 22. Apply online at www.lcog-or.gov/administrati...
A hiring poster for Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services showing job details and a photo of a brick building with a branded van. Transcribed Text: We're hiring! Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services Adult Protective Services (APS) Specialist (Abuse Investigator) Deadline December 22
December 9, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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This holiday season, help Subaru give back! Every new Subaru purchased or leased through Jan. 2 generates a minimum $300 donation to charities like Meals on Wheels. Together, we can ensure seniors are not left hungry and alone. #MealsOnWheels #ShareTheLove #SocialImpact
An elderly woman receives a "Meals on Wheels" bag at her doorway, featuring Subaru's "share the love event" banner. Transcribed Text: "MEALS ON WHEELS" (logo on the bag) "SUBARU share the love EVENT" (banner at the bottom).
December 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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Happy #GivingTuesday! We invite you to support LCOG Senior & Disability Services. Your generosity helps us provide nutritious meals, wellness checks, and social connections to older adults and people with disabilities.

Donate: form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/gt2025
Volunteer: bit.ly/3I8T7eP
Elderly woman handing a white cloth to a younger person on a porch with Giving Tuesday text above and four participation suggestions below. Transcribed Text: GIVING TUESDAY 4 ways to participate in our #GivingTuesday campaign this year. 1 Make a monetary donation. 2 Sign up to be a volunteer. 3 Share on social media. 4 Spread the word!
December 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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Our December 2025 LCOG Newsletter is ready to read! Catch up on some cool things happening at LCOG and our community partners.

Link: mailchi.mp/lcog/decembe...

To read past newsletters, go to www.lcog-or.gov/projects-new...
LCOG Lane Council of Governments logo. Newsletter with a computer cursor clicking on an envelope.
December 1, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Which of these projects is most or least important to you? Our committees need your help prioritizing this list of projects that requested federal funding.

Learn more on our website. Speak at a public hearing on December 4 in person or online, or send us comments! www.lcog-or.gov/thempo/page/...
MPC Public Hearing Topic: FY 28-30 Funding Proposals. December 4, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at Eugene Public Library and Zoom. List of proposed projects: Project Name | Sponsor | Request. River Rd & Hwy 99 Multimodal Safety | Eugene | 2,500,000. N Terry St Extension ∣ Eugene ∣ 1,794,600. E 18th & Oak Intersection Improvs | Eugene | 1,000,000. Bailey Hill & Bertelsen Roundabout (K22780) | Eugene | 1,000,000. Get There - New Movers & Transp. Options | Eugene | 750,000. High St Signal Upgrades ∣ Eugene ∣ 538,379. Oakway Rd Protected Bike Lanes (K22345) | Eugene | 500,000. Grove St Paving & Sidewalks | Lane Co./Eugene | 1,500,000. Maxwell Rd ADA + Mill & Fill Overlay | Lane County | 2,987,077. Clear Lake & Green Hill Roundabout | Lane County | 2,691,900. Prairie Rd Ped Improvements | Lane County | 2,440,164. 30th Ave Improvements (K22782) ∣ Lane County ∣2,389,815. Green Hill Rd Multi-modal Safety Study | Lane County | 448,650. Multi-Modal Counters∣ LCOG ∣152,541. Transit-Shared Mobility Integr. & Modern. | LTD | 1,250,000. Fare System Unification∣ LTD ∣1,000,000. Signal Priority Enhancements | LTD | 1,000,000. S.48th St Extension∣ Springfield ∣ 5,102,048. Electric Bus Charger at 13th & Agate | U of O | $220,965.
November 26, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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Our partners at Lane County want to encourage Lane County schools to register for the 2026 Electronics Recycling Competition (Jan. 6-April 24, 2026) by Dec. 12 at wastewiselane.org/ERC!
Flyer for the Electronics Recycling Competition by NextStep Recycling, January-April 2026, featuring cartoon characters with recycling details. Transcribed Text: NextStep Recycling Transforming e-waste for the next generation. Electronics Recycling Competition January - April, 2026 Donate unwanted, unused, or broken electronics to your student’s Lane County-based school! Schools that recycle the most “e-waste” will win grants of up to $500 to support school sustainability, a NextStep Reuse Store computer gift certificate & special recognition! wastewiselane.org/ERC Lane County Oregon logo, WasteWise Lane County logo
November 25, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Our offices will be closed on November 27 and 28. Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving-themed announcement from LCOG with various autumn items like pumpkins, a turkey, and colorful leaves. Transcribed Text: Our offices will be closed on November 27 and 28 for Thanksgiving. LCOG - Lane Council of Governments.
November 24, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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This #GivingTuesday, your generosity is more important than ever.

Our Senior Meals Program provides essential nutrition and socialization for seniors in our community to thrive.

Thank you for joining our mission and believing in the power of giving! Together, we can make a significant impact!
Together We Give, Together We Thrive December 2, 2025 GIVING TUESDAY LANE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Senior & Disability Services Senior Meals Café 60 / Meals on Wheels
November 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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We are so honored to offer the Family Caregiver Support Program!

If you are unpaid and caring for a family member, and looking for some help, we're here to support you too. For more information, call Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) at 541-682-3353.
A younger woman affectionately rests her arm on the older woman's shoulder, both smiling at each other. Transcribed Text: Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services. Caring for a loved one isn’t always done in a hospital or care facility.
November 19, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Stop by our table at GIS Day at the University of Oregon Knight Library on Wednesday, November 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn about Geographic Information Systems!
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-GIS Classroom tour at 11 a.m.
-Lightning talks at 12 p.m.
-Hiring Panel at 2:30 p.m.
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Poster for GIS Day & Geography Awareness Week featuring illustrations of people with geographic tools and event details. Transcribed Text: GIS Day & Geography Awareness Week infographics.uoregon.edu Wed, Nov 19 | 10am – 4pm UO Knight Library GIS Classroom tour @ 11 Lightning talks @ noon Hiring Panel @ 2:30 Map arts (and crafts) Meet local professionals Explore aerial photos Fold paper globes Remote sensing equipment Door prizes Snacks
November 18, 2025 at 9:07 PM