Calls grow for Oregon governor to scrap 70% vaccination goal The head of the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association said it's time to return to 'business as normal,' even if the 70% goal isn't met Author: Pat Dooris Updated: 5:13 PM PDT June 22, 2021 PORTLAND, Oregon — The leader of the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association on Tuesday said Governor Kate Brown should scrap her 70% goal for COVID-19 vaccinations and reopen the economy by June 30. ”At this point, based on how we’re seeing vaccinations pace down, a June 30 date in stone that everyone can rely on, that everyone can plan for... would be the best thing we could do to get our small businesses back on track,” said Jason Brandt, President and CEO of the ORLA, a trade organization that represents food service and lodging businesses.