The governor picks a member from each of the congressional districts of Oregon. The Oregon State Fair Commission provides advice and assistance to the directors on matters regarding the operation of the Oregon State Fair and solicits support throughout the state to improve the quality and participation in the Fair. The stadium, built in 1909, is the second oldest state building in use. And since 1987, Fair management has made changes to better serve fairgoers, such as an improved food concession area that features a meeting square and a stage, strolling entertainment, a renowned children's area called Familyville, and regional and national livestock shows. Administration provides management and financial control of the annual State Fair and interim use of the fairgrounds.
Facilities maintains the buildings and grounds.
The fair activities program includes fair time and horse racing activities and employs more than 600 temporary workers during the annual fair. Public relations supervises the annual advertising and publicity campaigns. Chapter 622 Written November 1999.