SAIF’s board of directors has declared a $50 million dividend. This marks the 16th consecutive dividend given to policyholders, and the 28th instance since 1990. 

“Our commitment to serving our customers will always be our most important focus,” said Chip Terhune, president and CEO of SAIF. “This year we carefully considered the current economic uncertainty and the rising trends we see in medical costs. Despite those challenges, SAIF’s strong fiscal position, effective claims handling, and proactive safety programs make this year’s dividend possible.” 

SAIF is proud to be one of the few insurance providers in Oregon that consistently returns dividends to its customers. It aligns with our public mission to make workers’ compensation coverage available, affordable, and accessible. 

“Dividends are an important value to our customers, but it’s only part of what make SAIF unique.” added Terhune. “We have the largest network of safety professionals of any insurance company in the state. Our vision is to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work. We couldn’t do that without the partnership and dedication of our policyholders, agents, and association partners.” 

This October, 50,757 policyholders will receive the dividend, which will be calculated based on the premium for policies that ended in 2024. 

About SAIF  

SAIF is Oregon's not-for-profit workers' compensation insurance company. For more than 110 years, we've been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and striving to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work. For more information, visit the About SAIF page on saif.com. 

An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Douglas Edward Mulloy, died the morning of September 3, 2025. Mulloy was incarcerated at Two Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI) in Umatilla and passed away at a local hospital. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified.

Mulloy entered DOC custody on December 6, 2021, from Washington County and with an earliest release date of June 15, 2030. Mulloy was 82 years old. Next of kin has been notified.

DOC takes all in-custody deaths seriously. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of 12,000 individuals who are incarcerated in 12 institutions across the state. While crime information is public record, DOC elects to disclose only upon request out of respect for any family or victims.

TRCI is a multi-custody prison in Umatilla that houses approximately 1,800 adults in custody. TRCI participates in prison industries with Oregon Corrections Enterprises including institution and industrial laundry, mattress manufacturing, and sewing. Other institution work programs include reparation and cleaning of irrigation ditches, maintenance of local baseball fields, and work with local cities and the Hermiston School District. The facility provides a range of correctional programs and services including education, religious services, and behavioral health services. TRCI opened in 2000.

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An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Dennis Delbert Buckles, died the evening of September 1, 2025. Buckles was incarcerated at Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem and passed away in the infirmary. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.

Buckles entered DOC custody on May 21, 1987, from Coos County with a life sentence. Buckles was 77 years old.

DOC takes all in-custody deaths seriously. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 12,000 men and women who are incarcerated in 12 institutions across the state. While crime information is public record, DOC elects to disclose only upon request out of respect for any family or victims.

OSP is a multi-custody prison located in Salem that houses approximately 2,000 adults in custody. OSP is surrounded by a 25-foot-high wall with 10 towers. The facility has multiple special housing units including disciplinary segregation, behavioral health, intermediate care housing, and an infirmary (with hospice) with 24-hour nursing care. OSP participates in prison industries with Oregon Corrections Enterprises including the furniture factory, laundry, metal shop, and contact center. It provides a range of correctional programs and services including education, work-based education, work crews, and pre-release services. OSP was established in 1866 and, until 1959, was Oregon’s only prison.

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ASTORIA, Oregon — ASTORIA, Oregon — The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission will convene Sept. 16-17 in Astoria, Oregon.  

On Sept. 16, commissioners will tour Fort Stevens in the morning and conduct a work session 1 to 3 p.m. about the Reimagine State Parks strategic initiative and a rate review.  

On Sept. 17, commissioners will convene an executive session at 8:30 a.m. at the Astoria Elks Lodge #180, 453 11^th St. in Astoria to discuss real estate and legal issues. Executive sessions are closed to the public. A business meeting will begin at 9:45 a.m. and will be open to the public. 

Anyone may attend or listen to the business meeting. To watch the business meeting, go to the livestream on the OPRD Director’s Office YouTube channel.  

The business meeting also includes time for informal public comments related to any items not on the agenda. Registration is required to speak at the meeting if attending online, and is available online at https://bit.ly/registersep2025commission 

The deadline for registering to speak at the meeting virtually is 5 p.m., Sept. 12. No advance registration is required to speak in person at the meeting. Time per speaker is limited to three minutes. Please submit written public comments by 5 p.m. Sept. 12 to C.publiccomment@oprd.oregon.gov" target="_blank">OPRC.publiccomment@oprd.oregon.gov 

The full agenda and supporting documents are posted on this webpage and will be posted on the commission web page.  

Notable requests:  

• Request to adopt recommended grants for 2025 Local Government Grant Program (LGGP): 

• Large Grants totaling $15,707,853 

• Small Grants totaling $1,101,673 

• Planning Grants totaling $450,000 

• Request to adopt ATV sound and equipment rules after rulemaking responsibility was transferred from Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD).  

• Request to adopt Public Contract and Procurement Rules to outline OPRD’s public contracting and procurement requirements. Senate Bill 838 exempts OPRD from the Public Contracting Code except for surplus property and information technology related procurement.  

• Request to adopt rules about Special Assessment for Historic Property in response to House Bill 3190, which reauthorizes the program as a 10-year benefit for commercial, income-producing historic properties. 

Anyone needing special accommodations to attend the meeting should contact Denise Warburton, commission assistant, at least three days in advance: burton@oprd.oregon.gov" target="_blank">denise.warburton@oprd.oregon.gov or 503-779-9729.  

The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission promotes outdoor recreation and heritage by establishing policies, adopting rules and setting the budget for the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The seven members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Oregon Senate. They serve four-year terms and meet several times a year at locations across the state.