Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

In this episode, Jacob Espinoza is joined by Kara Campuzano, a local business owner, to discuss:

• The current state of downtown Salem's business community
• Upcoming construction projects and their impact on traffic
• Oregon's new state vegetable
• And much more!

Timestamps:

00:31 - Introduction of Kara Campuzano and discussion of downtown Salem business community

02:41 - Upcoming volunteer opportunities for holiday events in Salem

03:52 - Traffic update: Liberty Street Southeast construction closure

05:10 - Discussion of the 2022 Safety Livability Bond and its impact

06:01 - Oregon's new state vegetable: the potato

10:08 - Advantage Heating and Electrical sponsor message

10:37 - Block 45 South Waterfront Downtown Salem redevelopment opportunity

11:26 - Kara's vision for Salem's waterfront development

14:13 - Balancing affordable housing with business development

15:45 - The importance of community engagement in local decision-making

17:37 - Closing remarks and update on What's Happening Salem's growth