@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialKey decisions were made at the Multnomah County Board meeting on Oct. 1, including a controversial ambulance service plan and unanimous approval for a major joint renovation project.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialMultnomah County just secured a key role in the multimillion-dollar renovation of the Moda Center, but they’re making sure taxpayers are protected every step of the way.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCounty employees and union leaders are sounding the alarm against a costly return-to-office mandate, warning it undermines equity and could burden taxpayers with millions.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialMultnomah County's revised ambulance service plan has sparked a heated debate over response times and health equity, with officials warning that slower benchmarks could deepen disparities in care.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialWarrenton officials have unveiled an ambitious 10-year plan to boost fire department staffing and expand facilities, including a unique intern program to enhance operational capacity.
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@kaylabenoit2026.bsky.social🍦Kayla: Your birth month = The character you get to spend the day trick or treat 🍦#birthmonth 🍦#april 🍦#character 🍦#spend 🍦#trick 🍦#or 🍦#treat
@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialJackson County is giving you a chance to weigh in on a vital federal grant for local law enforcement—don't miss the public hearing on November 4!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe new expo building is set to open its doors on October 22, promising exciting events like cheer and volleyball tournaments, and even concerts as early as 2027!
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@ximenminingcorp.bsky.socialVeille sectorielle : Kitco Mining / YouTube publie un sujet sur l’or et les métaux : « Organic Growth Is Back Across the Mining Sector | Neil Adshead ». Contexte seulement — pas un conseil financier. https://youtu.be/dBquw5Jm5CE #XimenMining #Or #Mines #TSXV $XIM.V
@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCounty officials are pushing for greater accountability from the Vector Control District amid concerns over incomplete document requests and potential oversight actions.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe North Plains City Council has taken a significant step by moving to negotiate with Paul Cope for the role of interim city manager, setting the stage for a pivotal change in leadership.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's historic neighborhood program is hanging by a thread with just one funded coordinator left—could this be the wake-up call for urgent reforms?
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialTroutdale's council is at a crossroads, debating how to fund vital public safety services amidst rising costs and revenue challenges.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialYamhill County is leading the fight against overdose fatalities with the state's only review committee, but rising methamphetamine-related deaths raise urgent concerns for public health.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialEugene residents are calling for a shift in how the city approaches the personal use of psychedelics, highlighting powerful personal stories that reveal their mental health benefits.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialLane County is set to transform its Treatment Center with a $1.32 million boost from the opioid settlement, paving the way for better health services in our community!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialMajor decisions were made by the Lane County Board on Sept. 29, including a new budget approval and a significant boost to opioid treatment funding.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialIn a controversial 3-2 vote, the board reversed a denial for a non-farm dwelling while keeping strict floodplain regulations intact, sparking intense debate over favoritism and public safety.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialLane County's interim county counsel Mallory Bee reveals her office is juggling 61 active litigation matters while operating with one less attorney, sparking concerns about timely legal support.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialLane County’s task force is pushing for a groundbreaking housing land-banking program that promises to transform the availability of buildable land—will the Board of Commissioners seize the moment?
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