Cheryle Kennedy, chairwoman of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, oversees the transformation of a 23-acre site along the Willamette River into tumwata village, a mixed-use development. This site was previously occupied by the Blue Heron Paper Company. In conjunction, the Willamette Falls Trust aims to revitalize Moore's Island into a public access area featuring cultural spaces, native plants, and recreational facilities. Despite both projects focusing on restoring the beauty and significance of Willamette Falls, they reflect differing visions for the area, highlighting a split among stakeholders.
Cheryle Kennedy expresses a deep connection to the Willamette River's power, referring to it as 'tumwata,' or 'heart,' emphasizing its significance to her and her tribe.
The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde purchased the former Blue Heron Paper Company site in 2019, where tumwata village will be developed as a mixed-use space.
Moore's Island, led by the Willamette Falls Trust, aims to transform the industrial site into a public access area with cultural programming, native plants, and canoe launch sites.
Davis 'Yellowash' Washines envisions a future where Willamette Falls is recognized as a significant tourist destination, showcasing Oregon's natural beauty and tribal history.
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