Tag: Hermiston City Council
Town Hall Gives Public Chance to Offer Input on Hermiston’s...
For the past six months, the Hermiston City Council has been going over each departmental budget to find a way to close a $902,000...
Budget Town Hall, Survey Offers Opportunity for Public Engagement
The city of Hermiston will host a Town Hall meeting today, Nov. 27 to share information about options to amend the city budget in...
Early Mayoral Candidates Offer Unique Backstory for Hermiston
In Hermiston's 117-year history, the office of mayor has been occupied by a very specific demographic - white men.
That could change when voters choose...
Hermiston to Give Citizens Input on How to Close Budget Gap
The citizens of Hermiston will have their say on the city’s budget during a town hall meeting on Nov. 27.
During a work session Monday...
City Councilors Peterson, Linton Running for Mayor of Hermiston
Hermiston will elect a new mayor in next year, but who that will be remains to be seen.
As of this morning, two candidates have...
Council Makes Amendments to Homeless Camping Ordinance
The Hermiston City Council made some clarifications to an ordinance passed last month addressing homeless camps within the city limits.
The clarifications deal primarily with...
Council Pays Tribute to Hermiston Recycled Water Department
The Hermiston City Council gave special recognition Monday night to the staff of the city’s Recycled Water Department for its role in protecting the...
City, County to Team Up to Hire Peer Mentor for Repeat...
The Hermiston City Council passed a resolution this week to contribute its share of the national opioid settlement toward hiring someone to work with...
Survey Shows Most Satisfied with Life in Hermiston, But Concerns Exist
Sixty-seven percent of residents are satisfied with life in Hermiston, according to the results of a community survey.
The survey, conducted by Zencity, was presented...
Hermiston Council Passes Ordinance Addressing Homeless Camps
Many people walking or driving around Hermiston have noticed the increase in the number of homeless people camping in city parks and other public...
Hermiston City Manager to Continue in Role for Another 2 Years
Hermiston City Manager Byron Smith will continue in his role for another two years.
Earlier this week the Hermiston City Council approved an amendment to...
Hermiston Considering Additional Sources to Raise Revenue
With the city wanting to add police officers while facing a budget shortfall, the Hermiston City Council held a work session on Monday to...
EOTEC to Get New Logo as Part of Rebranding Effort by...
The Eastern Oregon Trade & Event Center will get a new logo as part of the re-branding effort by the city of Hermiston.
The Hermiston...
Hermiston City Council Votes in Favor of New Urban Renewal Area
Hermiston will have a new urban renewal area after the Hermiston City Council voted unanimously Monday night to support the plan.
The council approved an...
Hermiston City Council to Vote on New Urban Renewal Area Tonight
The Hermiston City Council will consider an ordinance tonight that would create a new urban renewal area.
The council held a public hearing on the...
Hermiston Council Approves $72,000 in Grants to Local Organizations
The Hermiston City Council approved more than $72,000 in grants to eight local organizations during its meeting on Monday.
The grants were recommended by the...
Hermiston City Council to Vote on New Urban Renewal District
The Hermiston City Council heard no opposition Monday night during a public hearing on a proposed urban renewal district.
Following the public hearing, the council...
Public Hearing Set for Proposed North Hermiston Urban Renewal Plan
A public hearing is scheduled for July 10 on a proposed North Hermiston Urban Renewal Plan.
The hearing is set for 7 p.m. at Hermiston...
Hermiston City Council Takes Look at Finances of Hermiston Airport
The Hermiston Airport and its finances were the topic of a Hermiston City Council work session Monday night.
The question posed at the end of...
‘No Parking’ Sign to Be Installed on S.W. Third Street Near...
The public will not be allowed to park on a portion of S.W. Third Street following action taken Monday night by the Hermiston City...