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County Commissioners' Schedule 11/20 Some of this week’s upcoming commissioner hearings and meetings are detailed below. Complete and updated information is available on the board’s webpage . There is no Business Meeting scheduled for this week, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Policy Sessions Tuesday, Nov. 20 Transportation Safety Action Plan Update (10:30 a.m.) Universal Childcare Grant Proposal Partnership (1:30 p.m.) Last week No Policy Sessions nor a Business Meeting were held last week, due to the Association of Oregon Counties (AOC) annual conference. Remember, all Policy Sessions and Business Meetings are open to the public, and you are encouraged to attend! If you cannot attend but have questions, please feel free to email your comm...

New name and hours for Mental Health Center The Clackamas County Mental Health Center continues to provide the same great service as it has for four years, and will do so under a new name and slightly different hours. Formerly known as the Riverstone Clinic, the Mental Health Center (Clackamas MHC), is a supportive place where people in crisis can talk to a counselor or peer support advocate for information, resources, treatment and support.  Behavioral Health Director Mary Rumbaugh believes that the name change better reflects the programs housed at the center and is a small step toward reducing the stigma around mental health.  “In addition to our crisis line and urgent walk-in services, we offer peer delivered services, community outreach, involuntary commitment and a place for community partners to host trainings or support groups,” Rumbaugh sa...

County Commissioners' Schedule 11/13 - 11/16 Some of this week’s upcoming commissioner hearings and meetings are detailed below. Complete and updated information is available on the board’s webpage . There are no Policy Sessions scheduled, nor a Business Meeting, for this week due to a conference of the Association of Oregon Counties (AOC). Last week Last week, Policy Sessions were held on solar energy farm taxation, and contract signing authority. Visit the Policy Session webpage . Last week's Business Meeting featured a public presentation on veteran services. Read the full agenda or watch the meeting on YouTube . Remember, all Policy Sessions and Business Meetings are open to the public, and you are encouraged to attend! If you cannot attend but have questions, please feel free to email your commissioners at bcc@clackamas.us .

Clackamas County seeks public feedback for report on disaster response Clackamas County is asking the public to provide perspective and feedback to improve our planning before, during and after a natural disaster. Officially titled the Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan, it is intended to provide a roadmap for providing federal funding in the aftermath of a disaster by assessing beforehand identified risks associated with natural disasters, and work on long-term strategies for protecting people and property.  While it is impossible to predi...

Public comment invited on proposed amendments to limit marijuana production licenses Clackamas County is proposing amendments to its Zoning and Development Ordinance (ZDO) that, if approved, would limit the number of marijuana production licenses permitted on a tract of land in three specific zoning districts. The Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings in November and January to consider the proposed amendments to ZDO 841, Marijuana Production, Processing, and Retailing. Planning Commission Public Hearing Monday, Nov. 26, 2018; 6:30 p.m. Development Services Building Auditorium, 150 Beavercreek Road, Oregon City Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019; 9:30 a.m. Board Hearing Room, Public Services Building 4th floor, 2051 Kaen Road, Oregon City The amendments, if appro...

Clackamas County’s Veterans Advisory Council reports on critical issues affecting vets and their families The Clackamas County Veterans Advisory Council recently released its Annual Report to the Community for the 2017-2018 fiscal year providing a recent snapshot of issues, goals, and strategies that are key to veterans’ success. The council measures its effectiveness by tracking key benchmarks that address critical needs of veterans, which include education, family support, employment, housing and mental health. The council then identifies strategies for improvement with help from community partners, elected officials, veterans and their families. Find the goals and measurements in the full report. For additional information and questions about the Clackamas County Veterans Advisory Council, the public may contact Valerie Skinner at 503-650-5643 or  vale...

County Commissioners' Schedule 11/5 - 11/9 Thank you for your continued interest in the Board of County Commissioners! Some of this week’s upcoming commissioner hearings and meetings are detailed below. Complete and updated information is available on the board’s webpage . Tuesday, Nov. 6 Policy Session Taxation of Solar Energy Farms (10:30 a.m.) Updates to Authority to Sign Contracts/Signature Delegation (11 a.m.) Visit the Policy Session webpage . Thursday, Nov. 8 There is one public presentation slated for this Business Meeting, regarding the recognition of Veterans Day . Read the full meeting agenda . Last week Last week, Policy Sessions were held on the #ClackCo jail population control plan and the public art administrative policy. Visit the Policy Session webpage . Last week's Business Meeting featured a public ...

Check out the Oregon City October 2018 real estate report by clicking on the image below. This update provides a snapshot of the real estate market in 97045. I hope that this report will keep you updated with market activity and trends, whether you are thinking of buying, selling, investing, or you are just curious as to what the market is doing in the Oregon City area. There are many factors that go into determining the fair market value for a home. The fair market value is the price that a ready, willing, and able buyer is willing to pay and a seller is willing to accept, based on historical data. Contact me for a complementary and detailed market analysis specific your house, 503.953.6240 or whitney@whitneyminnich.com.

Small Grants Program awards $300K to serve vulnerable populations Small Grants Program awards $300K to serve vulnerable populations Clackamas County Commissioners have announced the recipient organizations of $300,000 for the 2018 Small Grants Program.  This is the 10th consecutive year Clackamas County has offered this critical program to help local nonprofits that provide services to vulnerable populations living within the county.  The $300,000 is a $50,000 increase from previous years. Some of the recipients and projects include: ·     Building Blocks 4 Kids ($12,000): H...

#ClackCo Community Survey 2018 #ClackCo is conducting a 1-minute community survey to measure residents’ awareness of county services AND engagement with the county. Plus, you can tell us what other ways we should be reaching out! We want to generate outreach to you in the way that you want. Please click on http://bit.ly/ClackCoPGASurvey2018 today, and thank you!