ADVOCACY BRIEFS

Take Action to Protect TLT Investments: Two harmful bills have a public hearing May 8 at 3pm before the House Committee on Revenue. Please submit written testimony opposing both HB 3962 and HB 2977 - they shift vital funds away from tourism and jeopardize local economic development tied to lodging and travel.

Tillamook Tax Proposal: The county wants to impose a 40% TLT increase even though Tillamook County's tourism industry is opposed to this increase and urging local government to find another solution to their budget problem without targeting our industry.

INDUSTRY UPDATES

ProStart Management Team shines at Nationals: The National ProStart Invitational wrapped up on May 4 in Baltimore, where CTEC’s management team proudly represented Oregon on the national stage. Their journey is a powerful example of what’s possible when students are given the tools and support to dream big and deliver. Read more.

Restaurant Survey: The National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Operations Survey is live through May 31. This data will help us tell the story of the restaurant industry to policy makers on the national, state and local levels.

HEADLINES

• Accommodation and foodservices job openings dip to 6-month low
  
• Consumers are becoming more uneasy about the economy
  
• Oregon food industry facing extreme uncertainty again
• Travel Oregon announces 2024 Travel & Tourism Industry Achievement Awards
• 2025 Off-Premises Restaurant Trends report shows how takeout, drive-thru and delivery are driving growth​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

One Big Night Dinner & Auction

June 4, 2025 | DoubleTree by Hilton - Portland

​Bid for hospitality at ORLA's One Big Night event! Enjoy a lavish evening with silent auction followed by dinner and live auction. Your participation will support ORLA’s Political Action Committee and the election of pro-hospitality industry candidates.

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RESOURCES

Save on Essential Restaurant Tools
Running a restaurant takes more than hard work and great recipes. You need resources specifically designed to help your business succeed. In partnership with RestaurantOwner.com, ORLA members receive 15% off all monthly plans and 30% off all annual plans. Sign up now.

CERTIFICATIONS

ServSafe® Manager Training
This in-depth training for managers teaches essential food safety practices to create a culture of food safety. Training meets the "Demonstration of Knowledge" and "Person in Charge" requirements of the Oregon Food Code. Classes now in Portland, Wilsonville, Eugene.

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