The Oregon Ocean Science Trust is an independent nonprofit dedicated to increasing knowledge and understanding of Oregon's ocean and coastal resources in collaboration with scientists and policymakers. Established by the Oregon state legislature in 2013, the Trust provides a link between the State and ocean research and monitoring. The Trust has five voting members appointed by the State Land Board, and two nonvoting members from the legislature (one Senator and one Representative).

The Department of State Lands provides facility and administrative support for Trust meetings. The Trust receives funds through the Oregon Ocean Science Fund, which is established in the Oregon State Treasury and is separate and distinct from the General Fund and the Common School Fund. 

Visit the Oregon Ocean Science Trust website

Meetings and Materials

The Trust generally meets the first Wednesday of every quarter from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. and meetings are open for the public to attend. To provide public comment during a meeting, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 10 a.m. the day before the meeting.

Meeting agendas, including how to participate remotely online are posted prior to the meeting and you can subscribe here to receive email notices.

An archive of all meeting materials is available on the Oregon Ocean Science Trust website here.