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Fire Service Appreciation Day - January 27, 2009
Following the Legislature's passage of HJR 25,  communities across the state can host a variety of events recognizing members of their local fire departments and districts for their dedication, commitment and sacrifice.
 
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2008 General Election Results
UPDATED 11/14, 12:00 pm - A compilation of election results from the 2008 General Election, including federal, state and local races, statewide measures, local property tax measures, and other city measures.  These results will be updated periodically.  read more...
LOC Announces New Statewide Training Schedule
The League's workshops are co-sponsored by the Association of Oregon Counties and City County Insurance Services.  New offerings include: "Financial Analysis & Planning," "Local Government Budgeting in Oregon," "Supervision 101," "Public Sector Labor Relations," "Governing Basics for Oregon Officials," "Coaching Great Performance," "Teaming with Law Enforcement," "Funding Infrastructure for the Future" and "Land Use Planning."  read more...
Local Focus - November, 2008
  • The Financial Crisis: How it Affects Cities
  • City Hall Week 2008
  • Holiday Parties Can Bring Problems
  • Senate Addressing Ethics Concerns
  • Motivating Employees
  • Recognizing City-School Partnerships   read more...
  • FTC Will Grant Six-Month Delay
    The Federal Trade Commission has announced it will suspend enforcement of the new “Red Flags Rule” until May 1, 2009, to give creditors and financial institutions additional time in which to develop and implement written identity theft prevention programs.  read more...
    LOC Presents Awards to Cities & City Officials
    At the 83rd LOC Conference, the League presented the following awards to recognize outstanding city officials and city projects: James C. Richards Award, Herman Kehrli Award, Good Governance Award and the Award for Excellence
    LOC Board Adopts Legislative Priorities
    The League's Board of Directors adopted three legislative priorities and 24 legislative recommendations at its October 1 meeting in Salem. The 2008 legislative priorities are Ethics Reform, Transportation Funding and Infrastructure Restructuring.  read more...
    Oregon Short Term Fund Update
    A report for local governments from the Oregon State Treasurer's office, in light of current market conditions.  read more...
    Comprehensive Revenue Restructuring Task Force to Host Public Meetings
    The task force will begin vetting its findings and recommendations to citizens statewide in a series of seven public meetings beginning October 22 in Portland.  read more...
    BOLI Implements New Temporary Rule
    The temporary administrative rule on meal and rest period provisions restores provisions of a previous rule regarding meal period provisions waived due to the “nature and circumstances” of the work.  read more...
    Identity Theft Prevention - New Federal "Red Flag" Rules
    Information on the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new rules which require the adoption of identity theft prevention programs. The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions (FACT) Act of 2003 took effect January 1, 2008, but entities covered by the rule have until November 1, 2008, to implement programs to comply with the rule.  read more...
    "Leading the Way" - Energy Workshop
    Rising energy costs and generous cash incentives have made solar and energy efficiency attractive options for public entities seeking to manage energy costs. Learn about solar technology and energy efficiency at this one-day workshop.    read more...
    Water Conservation, Reuse and Storage Grant Program
    A new program from the Oregon Water Resources Department designed to fund the qualifying costs of planning studies that evaluate feasibility of developing water conservation, reuse or storage projects.   read more...
    Ethics Law Reform - Information for Cities
  • LOC Position on Ethics Reform
  • LOC Letter to the Legislature's Fact Finding Team
  • LOC Letter to Ethics Committee Co-Chairs
  • LOC Board Resolution
  • Ethics Law: A Guide for Public Officials
  • Statements of Economic Interest - FAQ's
  • New Ethics Rules - FAQ's  
  • "Fiscal Challenges to the Sustainability of Oregon's Cities"
    This 2008 LOC study analyzes the fiscal challenges cities are now facing, including the impact of property tax limitations and other factors.   read more...
    2008 Oregon Brownfields Workshop - November 5, 2008
    A learning and networking opportunity for brownfields practitioners, both novice and experienced.   read more...
    Gates Foundation Offers Grants
    The Bill and Melinda Gates foundation has announced $8.1 million in grants to help public libraries in 11 states improve and sustain free, quality access to computers.  read more...
    "TSP Guidelines" - 2008
    The Oregon Department of Transportation is pleased to introduce Transportation System Planning Guidelines 2008.  This publication updates previous transportation system planning guidance provided by the department in 2001.  read more...
    New Laws Involving Drivers Licenses, Permits and ID Cards
    Effective July 1, 2008, all applicants will be required to meet new identity requirements.    read more...
    Events Calendar
    Meetings and conferences for city officials.  read more...
    LOC Public Record Policy
    As per Oregon public records law, requests will be responded to in writing with a statement indicating whether or not the LOC is in possession of the requested records, the estimated time it will take to compile the requested records and the estimated cost of the request.  read more...
    "Creating Opportunities to Thrive" - Housing & Community Services Conference
    Engage in a collaborative forum with your affordable housing colleagues October 6-8 in Salem.    read more...
    Oregon Everyday Heroes Campaign Seeks Nominations
    This statewide public awareness campaign honors individualswhose acts of courage and kindness make them heroes in keeping elders safe in our communities.  read more...
      


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    Today's News

    Sewer work slated

    City eyes funds for housing

    Canby Police Chief on leave pending probe

    Council refining renewal district

    City projects $7.5 million gap in general fund

    Council slows police auditor plans

    Officials to share results of cancer study

    City ready to roll with Steel Bridge skatepark plan

    $345,000 could be headed Clay Street's way

    Phoenix requires licenses for out-of-town businesses

    Wal-Mart to become Supercenter

    Mayor scraps plan to settle ex-sergeants stress claim

    Higinbotham takes over as Ontario interim fire chief

    Ontario council discusses future meeting plans

    State-rail squabble may slow some Ore. drivers

    A missed opportunity City Council avoided compromise on auditor

    Police commission seeks time to weigh changes to auditor rules

    Phoenix to consider business license change

    Canby cop bought steroids on the job, FBI says

    Put city back on terrorism task force

    City council to discuss budget at work session

    City road fees? Not now Council should put the brakes on Eugene proposal

    Proposal may reignite debate over land use

    City determines which street projects to fund

    Council approves 132% hike

    Council OKs Quikrete application

    Incumbent Smith defeats challenger on Keizer council

    Independence mayor and council stay put in election

    Independence playground group gets $60,000 matching grant

    Monmouth joins new energy conservation initiative

    Monmouth residents may get wheeled trash carts

    New businesses come to downtown Dallas

    Turner starts growth, transportation plan

    Former city employee sentenced in theft case

    WRITE-INS RE-ELECT BROOKINGS CITY COUNCILORS

    City begins outreach on island annexations

    Hillsboros growth as solar power brightens chamber forum

    Central Point raises storm-drain fees 132 percent

    David Hawker says Lincoln City making progress toward goals

    Newport appoints new library director

    Council member's review faults Portland Police

    Molalla officer continues 4-year fight to keep his job

    Oakland mayor resigns

    Albany shopping center gets final OK

    City seeks 20 percent hike in building fees

    Runoff issue swamps panel

    Fed judge rules property rights claims still valid

    Governor to court electric car makers

    Nyssa City Council receives good news on bid

    NB OKs garbage rate hike

    Neighbors upset over building sale

    Albany shopping center gets final OK

    City Hall site soil proves to be substandard

    Demanett honored for service

    CO-OP SEEKS PERMIT TO BUILD NEW POWER LINE TO BROOKINGS

    RESULTS IN BROOKINGS CITY COUNCIL RACE STILL PENDING

    City proposes fees for street upkeep

    Springfield Budget Committee needs two citizen members

    City ties economy to green leadership

    In hindsight, Adams' move seems brilliant

    Ashland's Lithia Park turns 100 this year

    Central Point ponders storm-drain fee hike

    Collier swaps hats at Shady Cove water district

    What if they picked a city council and nobody came?

    Who will decide what's too loud?

    Beaverton offers program to dismiss tickets

    New plan for Orenco development is denied

    Tigard helps Indonesian city through CityLinks

    Battle lines drawn on city trail

    Council meeting takes nasty turn

    Students ask city to support peace

    Tualatin struggles to find train noise mitigation funds

    Locals offer their vision during TSP workshop

    Upkeep ordinance sent back for revision

    Challenger Fowler replacing Rowley on City Council

    Tigard City Council facing an open seat?

    Disabled still face barriers

    Expansion of Ashland Street building revisited

    City looks for ways to repair Egyptian

    Garbage company seeks NB rate hike

    New city recorder on the job

    Council talks CASA, Vision Keeper seats

    Gary Williams wins fifth mayoral term

    Seaside works to clean up maintenance ordinance

    Arnold wins Estacada mayoral race

    Office holiday parties are getting downsized

    Council set to update fees charged for city services

    Hearings will focus on changes in development rules

    ODOT approval coming for crosswalk

    Damascus must put all tax or fee proposals to a vote

    Voters return city, county leaders

    Voters say 'no' to fire measures

    NB opens renovated College Park

    Meters near UO now $1 an hour

    Police auditor’s role may expand

    Future of City Hall, community center topic of discussion at Joseph City Council meeting

    Point person on board for downtown program

    Barnes, Loomis likely to vie for mayoral seat

    Instead of clearer, election results grow more murky in two cities

    Mayor-elect thanks supporters

    Design approved for Stites Park in Forest Grove

    Pipeline opponents share their views

    Roseburg council projects 2.5 percent population growth

    City cuts ribbon on street project

    Explore parking options All free and all metered are not the only choices

    Governor unveils transportation budget

    Bend councilor, ex-mayor Bill Friedman dies

    Street fees up for discussion

    Lifeways backs off facility proposal

    Long-term funding for gang officer in limbo

    Ashland won't get housing crisis funds

    Piercy’s second term Mayor has lessons to learn from her first

    Slim win for mayor reflects city divide

    Student pushes for recycling station

    Mayor-elect puts focus on job creation: public works, green-collar, electric cars

    Portland a fertile field for taxes

    Council OKs affordable housing land swap

    Asbestos will delay house demolition

    CB ready to take action on Hollering Place

    Hermiston lands seed plant

    Ticking clock empties City Hall

    Officials plan push for more federal funds for road work

    Imbler pays off its system bonds

    AFN rates will go up 5 percent

    Council aims to improve image

    Voters reject restaurant grading system

    Arena permit announcement delayed

    Piercy’s in, and so, apparently, is Handy

    Gresham's mayor says the city's outdoor living room has got to go

    Northgate Development approved by Medford City Council

    Transgender Man Elected Mayor of Silverton

    County asks Gresham to pay more for full-service justice center

    Council says it's OK to rent out your rooms

    Restaurant-grading system bill gets an 'F'

    Chemical scare closes Oregon City offices

    Locals call for federal money for roads to boost economy

    Piercy re-elected in Eugene

    Strip away the bad

    Jefferson mayor retains seat

    Sharon Konopa elected mayor of Albany

    The cart problem

    Stromberg likely next mayor

    Coos Bay makes formal offer for church site

    Corvallis levy failing by razor-thin margin; council member ousted

    Jaramillo returns with relative ease

    Senior levy going down

      


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