State of Oregon: Department of State Lands Office of the Director

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Department of State Lands Office of the Director

Department

I am honored to be part of the Department of State Lands, working on programs to help Oregon sustain our natural resources, protect citizens' lost financial assets and secure funding for our schools.

When I first came to Oregon in the 1980s, I fell in love with this state. If I can help Oregon be a better place for future generations, I believe I've done meaningful work. I share this commitment with the staff here at DSL, and I look forward every day to working on our shared vision for Oregon.

Agency Leadership

Land Management Division, Steve Purchase, Assistant Director
Steve Purchase, Assitant Directory

The Land Management Division includes all programs and activities that generate revenue for the Common School Fund from trust and statutory lands, including land granted to Oregon upon statehood and the submerged and submersible lands underlying navigable and tidally influenced waterways. In addition the division manages mineral rights on all state-owned lands, including property owned by other agencies.

Wetlands and Waterways Division, Kevin Moynahan, Assistant Director

The Wetlands and Waterways Conservation Division's primary function is to conserve and protect waters of the state, including wetlands, for their contribution to public navigation, fisheries and recreational uses of the waters through the Removal-Fill and Wetlands programs.

Finance and Administration Division, Cynthia Wickham, Assistant Director
Cyndi Wickham, Assistant Director

The Finance and Administration Division is responsible for agency-wide systems administration, as well as oversight of the Common School Fund and other DSL-managed funds, audits and properties.

Current Information

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