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The Oregon State Fair is committed to providing excellent customer service. Below is a list of services available to assist you while enjoying the 2011 Oregon State Fair:
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ADA Accommodations
There are numerous handicapped accessible restrooms located throughout the grounds. Please refer to the map here for exact locations. Accessible parking is at all gates. The Fair is happy to provide other accommodations, such as signing for the hearing impaired, but requires 72 hours advance notice. Please call the Fair office at 503-947-3247 or 1-800-833-0011.
The Oregon State Fair will adhere to the following policy regarding Patrons with disabilities admissions for the 2011 Fair:
Fair patron needing an attendant or assistant in order to navigate and enjoy the fairgrounds, the patron will pay the regular admission price and the attendant will be admitted at no charge.
For your convenience, there are twelve (12) ATMs in various locations on the Fairgrounds. Please refer to the map here. All ATMs are subject to an additional fee which may be in addition to the one charged by your own bank. If an ATM is not functioning, please report it to the Fair Information Booth, located near the Natural Resource Center. .
For safety reasons only service animals(guide dogs only) are allowed on the fairgrounds during the fair. Vehicles will be towed if animals are left in them; this is for their safety due to the August heat. Any animal on fairgrounds shall be on a leash not more than six feet long and kept under physical control at all times; the owner is responsible for the animal's behavior and its wastes while on grounds. If a pet is found running loose on grounds the animal may be brought to a local animal shelter.
Lost and Found
Lost and found items can be returned/retrieved at the Fair’s Security Office located on the northwest corner of the Amphitheater, at the Midway Customer Service Center, or at one o the two Oregonian Information Booths . Found items should be turned in to the Information Booth. Items unclaimed after the end of the Fair (Sept. 1) will be moved to the Oregon State Fair office on 17th Street.
Safety Measures and Security Inspections
To insure the safety and enjoyment of all Fair patrons, participants, volunteers, contractors and employees, the Oregon State Fair may require inspection of carry-in items such as purses, backpacks, briefcases, suitcases, athletic bags, duffel bags, coolers, ice chests, picnic baskets, diaper bags, strollers, packages, containers and other similar products capable of concealing prohibited items. Please leave all unnecessary items at home or secured and out-of-sight in your vehicle. OAR 622-055.
Wheelchair and Scooter Rentals
Wheelchairs and motorized scooters are available for rent at a new location this year just inside the Pink Gate at the handicapped parking area (located at the South end of the grounds). Availability is limited, and will be on a first come, first-served basis. Prices are as follows: Manual $3 per hour not to exceed $15 per day, Electric $9 per hour not to exceed $45 per day.
Baby Stroller Rentals
Children’s strollers are available for rent by the Girl Scouts. The rental location is on the southwest side of the Horse Stadium. Prices are as follows: $2/hour with a $2 minimum fee. Requires a $10 deposit and one piece of ID. Strollers not returned by closing can be turned in at Information Station or Security Office Location. (Hours: 11am – closing.)
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