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Small Oregon town closes its parks as voters decide fate of funding

City officials say the closures will last until election results are certified, with $11.50 monthly library and museum fees and $8.15 park fees at issue.

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Riverview Park in Independence was closed on Aug. 24 and the remaining parks in the city will be closed in the coming days.

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Independence closes parks, museum and library amid funding shortfall

The city of Independence, just southwest of Salem, has closed its parks, museum, and library.

·Portland, United States
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Small Oregon town closes its parks as voters decide fate of funding

Riverview Park in Independence was closed on Aug. 24 and the remaining parks in the city will be closed in the coming days.

·Salem, United States
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Statesman Journal broke the news in Salem, United States on Monday, August 24, 2026.
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