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Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wasco County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The board approved an Intergovernmental Agreement for the 2026 ORMAP grant to facilitate tax map remapping. Members acknowledged requirements for the Oregon Local Government Intermediate Fund. Following a public hearing, the board adopted Ordinance 26-003, which establishes the Wasco County Community Endowment and Resiliency Fund. Additionally, the board received an overview of the Forest Collaborative's work and restoration priorities regarding the impacts of the Grasshopper Fire.
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Wasco County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The Board discussed an amendment to the Homeland Security Grant Program to reallocate funds for the development of a 911 mobile dispatch center. They also authorized the Public Works Director to apply for a Business Oregon Industrial Site Loan to fund the decommissioning and replacement of underground fuel storage tanks. Furthermore, the Board reviewed a request for a letter of support for a city infrastructure project and held a public hearing regarding the proposed Wasco County Community Endowment and Resiliency Fund, ultimately deciding to postpone the final vote to allow for ordinance refinements based on public input.
Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wasco County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The Board discussed several key items, including the approval of a Data Sharing Intergovernmental Agreement to connect the local records management system with the jail management system. Security measures were expanded through the approval of the 3rd Street Building Access Control Systems Upgrade. The Board authorized a construction contract for the Oak Ranch RV Park project and approved the appointment of Lynn Cox to the Economic Development Commission. Additionally, a permit for the "Harvest Festival" outdoor mass gathering was granted, alongside a variance for water requirements. Other approvals included the reaffirmation of the ambulance provider contract with Fossil Ambulance, a GIS modernization agreement with Polk County, and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Wasco County Landfill to address infrastructure and safety concerns.
Jul 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wasco County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The board approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Portland Dispatch Center Consortium to integrate CAD systems, alongside a master consulting services agreement for the CAD/LERMS project. Surplus vehicles were declared for disposal. The meeting included reviews of the finance report and an insurance package overview. Key project updates and approvals included the Public Access Road Inventory & Fire Risk Assessment, the adoption of the Regional Energy Resilience Plan, and a Homeland Security grant for a mobile dispatch vehicle. Significant actions were taken regarding the Oak Ranch RV Park, including grant acceptance and construction authorization. Additionally, the board approved the transition to Granicus software for public record requests and appointed a new commissioner to fill a vacancy.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
