@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCounty Commissioner Kelly Jo Smith is urging St. Helens leaders to prioritize safety on the Columbia River with a crucial feasibility study for lifesaving equipment at the city docks.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCounty Commissioner Kelly Joe Smith is pushing for a vital feasibility study to enhance safety at St. Helens docks, highlighting the urgent need for improved life-saving resources and emergency responses on the Columbia River.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialSt. Helens first responders are sounding the alarm over long train delays that can block critical intersections for up to 20 minutes, risking lives when every second counts.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialUS 30 is not just a highway; it’s a major barrier for pedestrians, with 63% of sidewalks missing, raising urgent calls for safety improvements in St. Helens.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe St. Helens City Council has narrowed it down to four finalists for the city administrator role, but what happens next is shrouded in secrecy!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe St. Helens City Council has taken a significant step by conditionally approving Lee Elliott as the next city administrator, pending essential checks and contract negotiations.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialSt. Helens police are prioritizing public education on e-bike safety as new technology races ahead of outdated laws, but are they moving fast enough to keep riders safe?
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialA new draft ordinance in St. Helens could impose hefty fines for stormwater management violations on private developments, ensuring better oversight and protection of our environment.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialColumbia County's 9-1-1 district may hit local public-safety agencies with fees up to $550,000, sparking concerns about dispatch costs and operational impacts.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialA councilor has unveiled a groundbreaking resolution to evaluate major developments based on their measurable environmental impacts, not just industry labels.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialSt. Helens just greenlit a groundbreaking $22.1 million project to enhance wastewater capacity—essential for the city's growth and infrastructure!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe St. Helens City Council just took a pivotal step towards shaping the future of industrial development, but is it enough to address the community's concerns over data centers?
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