The Oregon Travel Information Council (OTIC) is a semi-independent state agency serving travelers by providing rest areas, highway signage, historical markers and heritage tree designations. The agency is responsible for the operation of 39 highway safety rest areas around the state under interagency agreements with the Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. OTIC administers the statewide "​Blue Logo" Sign Program and information centers identifying gas, food, lodging, and attractions on highways throughout Oregon. They lead the Oregon Heritage Tree and Oregon Historical Marker programs. The nine-member council has eight governor appointed volunteers and one member of the Oregon Transportation Commission to guide the work of the agency.