Benton County public meetings in 2024

General

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including the approval of Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund projects for 2025‑27. The meeting also includes a review of regional housing updates, a proposal to revise fees for land‑use and planning services, and a discussion of naming suggestions for the county‑owned building at 4185 SW Research Way. Additional updates will be provided on the county fleet, public health, and the Sustainable Materials Management Plan.

• Approval of Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund Projects for 2025‑27 – Gary Stockhoff, Public Works
• Revising fees for Land Use and Planning Division services (Order No. D2024-060) – Petra Schuetz, Community Development
• Resource naming suggestions for the county‑owned building at 4185 SW Research Way – Rachel McEneny, County Administrator
• Benton County Fleet Update – Gary Stockhoff, Deven Kephart, Public Works; Greg Munn, Financial Services
• Health Services Structure Status Report – April Holland, Health Services; Lacey Mollel, Community Health Centers; Rick Crager, Assistant County Administrator

The Benton County Board of Commissioners approved the 2025-27 Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund (STIF) projects, including the OSU Mobility Hub, and conditionally approved the COG 3 Senior Companion Program. The Board also named the county-owned building at 4185 Southwest Research Way the Barbara Ross Building (2-1). A motion to direct staff to return in January 2025 with recommendations to create a Regional Housing Committee was approved. The Board adopted Order #D2024-060 revising land use and planning fees effective January 1, 2025, with a change striking the final paragraph.

• Approved 2025-27 STIF projects ($7,867,098 payroll, $565,040 population-funded) (3-0)
• Conditionally approved COG 3 Senior Companion Program pending STIF Committee review (3-0)
• Named 4185 SW Research Way building the Barbara Ross Building (2-1)
• Directed staff to return in January 2025 with Regional Housing Committee recommendations (3-0)
• Adopted Order #D2024-060 revising land use and planning fees effective Jan 1, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including road district appointments (3-0)

General

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a goal‑setting meeting on December 10, 2024. The agenda includes a sponsorship request for the January 30, 2025 Hands Across Corvallis fundraising event, a consideration of membership in the Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce, and the start of a naming process for the building at 4185 SW Research Way. Commissioners will also discuss the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program, receive presentations from the Assessment Department and Economic Development Office, and set 2025 committee assignments and government comment schedules.

• Sponsorship request for the Jan 30 2025 Hands Across Corvallis fundraising event
• Consideration of membership in the Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce
• Initiation of building naming process for 4185 SW Research Way
• Discussion of the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program
• 2025 Commissioners’ Committee Assignments

The Benton County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,000 sponsorship for the Corvallis Public Schools Foundation's Hands Across Corvallis event, renewed its Philomath Chamber of Commerce membership for $275, and initiated a building naming process for 4185 SW Research Way. The board also directed staff to schedule a public hearing on a CPACE program ordinance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Hands Across Corvallis (3-0)
• Approved $275 Philomath Chamber of Commerce membership renewal (3-0)
• Initiated naming process for 4185 SW Research Way building (3-0)
• Directed staff to schedule CPACE public hearing and first reading (3-0)

General

Commissioners will receive updates on county facilities and the Behavioral Health Deflection Program. They will consider several new business items, including adopting a resolution for the Philomath Enterprise Zone school support fee, revising Fair Board bylaws and its event‑center management agreement, approving new fee schedules for Natural Areas, Parks and Events, and voting on the AFSCME 2024‑2027 collective bargaining agreement.

• Adoption of Resolution No. R2024-023 for Philomath Enterprise Zone School Support Fee
• Revisions to Fair Board bylaws
• Revisions to the Memorandum of Agreement for Event Center and Fairgrounds Management
• Approval of Natural Areas, Parks, and Events fee schedules (Order No. D2024-071)
• Approval of AFSCME 2024‑2027 collective bargaining agreement

The Benton County Board of Commissioners approved a 2024-2027 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, estimated to cost $151,283,371, a $12,124,719 increase. The board also adopted Resolution R2024-023 establishing a Philomath Enterprise Zone School Support Fee, approved revised Fair Board bylaws and a related Memorandum of Agreement, and adopted the 2025 Natural Areas, Parks, and Events fee schedule with a reduced tent camping increase at Salmonberry. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved AFSCME 2024-2027 collective bargaining agreement (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2024-023, Philomath Enterprise Zone School Support Fee (3-0)
• Approved revised Fair Board Bylaws (3-0)
• Approved revised Memorandum of Agreement for Event Center and Fairgrounds Management (3-0)
• Adopted NAPE 2025 fee schedule, Order D2024-071, with $5 Salmonberry tent increase (3-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners will discuss budget priorities for 2025-27 and establish 2025 legislative priorities. The body is also reviewing the 2025 Public Works fee schedules and the County Administrator's 2024-25 goals.

• 2025 Public Works Fee Schedules, Order No. D2024-054
• Application for an Innovative Mobility Program Grant for a Rural Shuttle Service Feasibility Study
• Order No. D2024-058 regarding banking services and designation of funds custodian
• Proclamation No. P2024-023 for National Rural Health Day
• Executive session regarding labor negotiations

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 State Legislative Priorities as adjusted during discussion, and also approved the 2025-27 Budget Priorities. They authorized a grant application for a rural shuttle feasibility study, adopted the 2025 Public Works fee schedule, and renewed NACo membership.

• Approved 2025 State Legislative Priorities as adjusted (3-0)
• Approved 2025-27 Budget Priorities (3-0)
• Authorized application for Innovative Mobility Program Grant for rural shuttle feasibility study (3-0)
• Adopted 2025 Public Works Fee Schedules, Order No. D2024-054 (3-0)
• Adopted Order No. D2024-058 designating Greg Munn as Treasurer and Custodian of Funds (3-0)
• Approved County Administrator's 2024-25 goals (3-0)
• Approved renewal of NACo membership and payment of $1,904.00 dues (3-0)
• Proclaimed November 21, 2024 as National Rural Health Day (3-0)

General

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a goal‑setting work session, review and approve minutes from February 15 and April 9, 2024 meetings, discuss compliance measures for the Endangered Species Act and floodplain regulation, receive updates on sustainability plans and county administration, and then convene an executive session to discuss labor negotiations.

• Approve February 15, 2024 Goal‑setting Meeting Minutes
• Approve April 9, 2024 Goal‑setting Meeting Minutes
• Pre‑Implementation Compliance Measures related to Endangered Species Act and Floodplain Regulation (30 min)
• Sustainable Materials Management Plan Update (15 min)
• Executive Session on labor negotiations (ORS 192.660[2][d])

The Board of Commissioners voted 3-0 to direct staff to notify FEMA by December 1 that Benton County will use the permit-by-permit option (Option 2) for pre-implementation compliance with the Endangered Species Act and floodplain regulations. The Board also voted 3-0 to request FEMA provide the final habitat assessment guidance document and allow the County 12 months to complete compliance. Additionally, the Board approved $494 from the Commissioners Discretionary Fund to the City of Philomath for a Black History Month celebration.

• Selected permit-by-permit option for ESA/floodplain compliance (3-0)
• Requested 12-month compliance period after FEMA guidance (3-0)
• Approved $494 for Philomath Black History Month event (3-0)
• Approved Feb 15 and Apr 9, 2024 goal-setting minutes (3-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners will review transit programs, road naming, and property tax payments. The body is also considering the addition of a post-Thanksgiving holiday to the county calendar.

• Formal adoption of the Benton County Emergency Operations Plan 2024
• Review and approval of Benton Area Transit Federal Section 5310 and 5311 Programs
• Naming of Rosenast Road Private Road No. 3350 (Order No. D2024-057)
• Acceptance of easements for the Corvallis to Albany Path: Pilkington to Merloy Avenue
• Order No. D2024-056 to authorize advance property tax payments for tax year 2024-2025

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2024 Emergency Operations Plan and added the Friday after Thanksgiving as a permanent county holiday. Commissioners also authorized transit funding applications, accepted easements for the Corvallis-to-Albany Path, and approved the naming of a private road.

• Proclaimed November 11, 2024, as Veterans Day (3-0)
• Approved Benton Area Transit 5310 and 5311 program applications (3-0)
• Approved naming of Rosenast Road (3-0)
• Accepted public utility and access easements for Corvallis-to-Albany Path (3-0)
• Approved advance payment of property taxes to smaller taxing districts (3-0)
• Adopted 2024 Emergency Operations Plan (3-0)
• Added post-Thanksgiving Friday as a permanent county holiday (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for information sharing and work sessions. The agenda includes updates on regional services and a scheduled executive session regarding labor negotiations.

• Work session on 211 Services in Benton County
• Update on Continuum of Care for Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties
• Update from Water District No. 22 of the Oregon Water Resources Department
• Presentation by Valley Neighbors for Environmental Quality and Safety
• Executive session regarding labor negotiations

Board of Commissioners

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session and address routine items such as the consent calendar and public comments. Old business includes a decision on the 2025 Environmental Health Fees, which is listed as not approved. The board may also convene an executive session as required by state law. No other specific projects or contracts are on the agenda.

• Proclamation of October 2024 as Great Shakeout Month (Proclamation #P2024-020)
• Review and approve agenda
• Consider approval of 2025 Environmental Health Fees (not approved)
• Potential executive session under ORS [number] (statute title)
• Work session and consent calendar items

The Board of Commissioners accepted the updated 2023 Coffin Butte Landfill and Pacific Region Compost Annual Report, with Republic Services confirming the landfill has only four to six months of capacity left without quarry expansion. The Board also approved the 2025 Environmental Health licensing fee schedule, a Behavioral Health position reclassification costing about $5,000, and revised resource naming policy A109. All votes were 3-0.

• Accepted updated 2023 Coffin Butte Landfill and Pacific Region Compost Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved Order D2024-055 setting 2025 Environmental Health licensing fees, effective January 1, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved reclassification of a Behavioral Health position from Health Care Professional I to II, about $5,000, funded by Behavioral Health Deflection funds (3-0)
• Approved revised Policy A109 on Resource Naming (3-0)
• Proclaimed October 2024 as Great Shakeout Month, Proclamation P2024-020 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including change of ownership for retail off-premises sales at Garland Nursery (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a goal‑setting work session on October 8, 2024. After approving a consent calendar that includes ratifying Order No. D2024‑053 appointing Charlene Carroll and David Livesay to the Disposal Site Advisory Committee, the board will discuss three presentation topics: a proposed merger of the Albany and Corvallis metropolitan planning areas, a National Institute of Corrections technical assistance request, and an update from the Sustainable Materials Management Plan Task Force. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to consider labor‑negotiation matters and performance‑review issues.

• Ratify Order No. D2024-053 appointing Charlene Carroll and David Livesay to the Disposal Site Advisory Committee
• Presentation on merger of the Albany Area Metropolitan Planning Area (AAMPO) and the Corvallis Area Metropolitan Planning Area (CAMPO)
• National Institute of Corrections technical assistance request presented by Sheriff Jef Van Arsdall
• Sustainable Materials Management Plan Task Force update
• Executive session on labor negotiations and performance reviews

The Benton County Board of Commissioners expressed consensus support for merging the Albany and Corvallis Area Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AAMPO and CAMPO), encouraging staff to move ahead. The board also discussed a technical assistance request from the National Institute of Corrections to help plan a new jail, with no formal action taken. The meeting was primarily a goal-setting session with no formal votes on substantive policy.

• Approved consent calendar with corrections to April 11, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Expressed consensus support for AAMPO-CAMPO merger
• Discussed NIC technical assistance for jail planning; no formal action
• Discussed Sustainable Materials Management Plan Task Force update; no formal action

Board of Commissioners

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will review the agenda, approve the August 20 meeting minutes, and discuss several new business items. Items include a property transfer to Albany, a new 2025 Environmental Health fee schedule, a grievance settlement memorandum, and updates on grant support letters and ARPA funding. The meeting will also include a facilities update and an executive session on labor negotiations.

• Transfer of County-owned Property to the City of Albany (Order No. D2024-052)
• Adoption of the 2025 Environmental Health Fee Schedule
• Memorandum of Agreement: Grievance Settlement for uninterrupted meal and rest periods
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Status Report
• Letters of support for jail‑based medications grant and invasive pests grant

The Board approved a 5% increase in Environmental Health fees effective January 1, 2025, and directed staff to bring an order reflecting the increase. It also approved several other items, including a jail-based opioid treatment grant application, a letter of support for a new clinic in Albany, a property transfer to Albany, a grievance settlement, and appointments to the Disposal Site Advisory Committee. The meeting included public comments on a transportation issue and labor negotiations, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved 5% Environmental Health fee increase effective Jan 1, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved intent to apply for Jail-Based Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Grant (3-0)
• Approved HRSA New Access Point Funding Letter of Support for Albany clinic (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Community Action on Invasive Pests grant (3-0)
• Approved transfer of County-owned property to City of Albany, Order D2024-052 (3-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement on meal/rest period grievance settlement (3-0)
• Accepted June 30, 2024 ARPA Project Financial Status Report (3-0)
• Appointed David Livesay and Charlene Carroll to Disposal Site Advisory Committee (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several task force updates and program reports. The meeting includes a decision on a school support fee rate for the Enterprise Zone and a membership renewal for the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution No. R2024-023 Establishing an Enterprise Zone School Support Fee Rate
• Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Renewal
• Proclamation No. P2024-019 designating September as National Preparedness Month
• Enterprise Permitting Systems Project Report
• Sustainable Materials Management Plan Task Force Update

The Benton County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution R2024-023, setting the Enterprise Zone School Support Fee Rate at 15%, as requested by Corvallis Public Schools. The board also approved a $250 sponsorship for CARDV's Safe Families Breakfast, renewed the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce membership for $745, and proclaimed September as National Preparedness Month. All decisions were unanimous (3-0).

• Adopted Resolution R2024-023 establishing Enterprise Zone School Support Fee Rate (3-0)
• Approved $250 sponsorship for CARDV Safe Families Breakfast (3-0)
• Renewed Albany Area Chamber of Commerce membership for $745 (3-0)
• Proclaimed September as National Preparedness Month (3-0)

General

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a goal‑setting work session. Commissioners will discuss a resolution to establish the Enterprise Zone School Support Fee rate and receive updates on the Fairgrounds strategic plan, agritourism, sustainable materials management, and broadband. An executive session will be convened to address labor negotiations.

• Resolution to establish the Enterprise Zone School Support Fee rate
• Fairgrounds Strategic Plan update
• Agritourism discussion
• Sustainable Materials Management Plan Task Force update
• Broadband update

The Benton County Board of Commissioners held a goal-setting meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed establishing a 15% Enterprise Zone School Support Fee rate, reviewed the Fairgrounds Strategic Plan, considered allowing food trucks for wineries zoned Agricultural Industrial, and received updates on broadband and proclamations. No action was taken on these items.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Discussed setting Enterprise Zone School Support Fee at 15% (no action)
• Reviewed Fairgrounds Master Plan projects and funding options (no action)
• Discussed allowing food trucks for wineries in Agricultural Industrial zones (no action)
• Received broadband update; no action taken
• Discussed event and proclamation priorities; staff to return with proposal

Board of Commissioners

The Benton County Board of Commissioners will discuss a grant application to the Health Resources and Services Administration for new access points. Commissioners will also vote on an updated social media policy and hold a public hearing on transferring jurisdiction of NW Gibson Hill Road to the City of Albany. Additional items include a proclamation for National Suicide Prevention Month and updates from regional councils and county departments.

• Public Hearing – Transfer jurisdiction of NW Gibson Hill Road to City of Albany (Order No. D2024-051)
• New Business – Approval to apply for New Access Points Funding Grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration
• New Business – Approval of Updated Social Media Policy A114
• Work Session – Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments update
• Proclamation – September 2024 declared National Suicide Prevention Month (Proclamation P2024-017)

The Benton County Board of Commissioners approved submitting a grant application to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for a New Access Point funding grant to establish a new community health center in east Albany, Oregon. The board also approved transferring jurisdiction of Northwest Gibson Hill Road to the City of Albany, adopted a proclamation for Suicide Prevention Month, and approved updates to the county's social media policy. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved submission of HRSA New Access Point grant application (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2024-051 transferring Northwest Gibson Hill Road to City of Albany (3-0)
• Adopted Proclamation P2024-017 for National Suicide Prevention Month (3-0)
• Approved updates to Social Media Policy A114 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on affordable housing and regional health and sustainability plans. The body will also consider a winery outlet application and a grant for electric vehicle charging stations.

• Application for New Outlet, Primary Location for a Winery for Willamette Cider Works, dba Waldbusser Cider Works
• Grant Approval for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• External Fleet Program – 2023-25 Budget Note Report
• Affordable and Supportive Housing Projects Update
• Executive Session regarding labor negotiations

The Board approved an $811,000 general fund transfer to offset past and forecasted deficits in the external fleet program, funded in part by over $601,000 in insurance savings. The Board also authorized staff to apply for a federal grant for up to six electric vehicle charging stations. The meeting included extensive public testimony from AFSCME employees about contract negotiations, wages, and working conditions, but no action was taken on the contract.

• Approved $811,000 general fund transfer for external fleet program deficit (3-0)
• Authorized application for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program Grant for EV charging stations (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including winery outlet application and meeting minutes (3-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a goal-setting work session to discuss various county projects and updates. The session includes discussions on the 2025 legislative session and county facilities.

• 2025 Legislative Session discussion
• Electric Vehicle Plan update for Benton County Facilities
• County Website Project update
• Draft Wildfire Hazard Plan engagement
• Executive session for labor negotiations

The Benton County Board of Commissioners held a goal-setting meeting focused on legislative priorities, county facilities, and administrative updates. They approved a motion to apply for a federal EV charging infrastructure grant and approved installing a flagpole with flags at the Kalapuya Building. The board also discussed legislative advocacy strategies, the county website, and various county updates, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to apply for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant (3-0)
• Approved installation of flagpole and national/state flags at Kalapuya Building (3-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 and October 10, 2023 goal-setting minutes with corrections (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review updates on broadband, facilities, and economic development. The body is deciding on the transfer of NW Gibson Hill Road to the City of Albany and modifications to water user deposit requirements for the Alsea Service District.

• Order No. D2024-049: Modification of deposit requirements for Alsea Service District water users
• Order No. D2024-051: Transfer of jurisdiction of NW Gibson Hill Road to the City of Albany
• Resolution No. R2024-022: Statement of support for flavored tobacco restrictions
• Request for permission to apply for one-time funding for Coordinated Homeless Response Office
• Republic Services presentation of 2023 Annual Hauling and Coffin Butte Pacific Region Compost reports

The Board heard Republic Services' presentation of the 2023 Coffin Butte Landfill Annual Report but did not accept it, leaving the record open for the Disposal Site Advisory Committee to review. The Board also approved several routine items, including a resolution supporting flavored tobacco restrictions and orders related to water deposits and a road transfer. No final decision was made on the landfill report.

• Deferred acceptance of 2023 Coffin Butte Landfill Annual Report pending DSAC review
• Adopted Proclamation #P2024-015 declaring Community Health Center Week (3-0)
• Adopted Order #D2024-049 modifying deposit requirements for Alsea Service District water users (3-0)
• Adopted Order #D2024-051 initiating transfer of NW Gibson Hill Road to City of Albany (3-0)
• Approved application for IHN DST grant and Housing 360 pilot initiative (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R2024-022 supporting flavored tobacco restrictions (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including May 21, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold work sessions on a Behavioral Health Deflection Program and proposed county timber revenue options. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Americans with Disabilities Month and a membership renewal for the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments.

• Proclamation P2024-016: July 2024 as Americans with Disabilities Month
• Work session: Behavioral Health Deflection Program
• Work session: Proposed County Timber Revenue Options
• Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments Fiscal Year 2024-25 membership renewal and dues

The Board approved membership renewal and dues for the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments. Commissioners also received briefings on a behavioral health deflection program and proposed state timber revenue options.

• Approved Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments membership renewal and $29,750.13 in dues (2-0)
• Adopted Proclamation P2024-016 proclaiming July 2024 as Americans with Disabilities Month (2-0)
• Approved April 2, April 16, and May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners is holding a goal-setting work session to discuss several county initiatives. Topics include updates to the Sustainable Materials Management Plan and next steps for the Historic Courthouse. The board will also review the 2024 Pay Equity Analysis and organizational demographics.

• Sustainable Materials Management Plan update and timeline
• Next steps for the Historic Courthouse
• 2024 Pay Equity Analysis and organizational demographics
• Introduction of Deven Kephart, Fleet Manager

The Board reviewed a pay equity analysis showing gaps in higher-paying decision bands and discussed the timeline for a regional Sustainable Materials Management Plan. No formal votes were taken as the session was a goal-setting meeting.

• Established a three-year cycle for pay equity studies with annual data presentations
• Scheduled a tentative Sustainable Materials Management Plan kickoff meeting for October 14, 2024
• Identified a $400,000 National Park funding request for Historic Courthouse conceptual designs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss food truck and winery approvals and updates on county facility construction. The meeting also includes votes on transportation grant applications and a contract between Linn and Benton Counties and the Oregon Youth Authority.

• Approval to apply for Transportation Growth Management Program Grants (Resolutions R2024-020 and R2024-021)
• Approval of contract between Oregon Youth Authority and Linn and Benton Counties
• Discussion regarding food truck and winery approvals
• Update on new construction at Benton County facilities
• Delegation of Solid Waste Advisory Council duties (Order No. D2024-048)

Benton County commissioners approved four items on July 2, 2024. They adopted Order D2024-048 moving the Coffin Butte Landfill expansion application review duties from the disbanded Solid Waste Advisory Council to the Environment and Natural Resources Advisory Committee, over public objections that the change bypassed code and a public hearing. They also approved a juvenile detention center operating contract with the Oregon Youth Authority and Linn County, authorized two Transportation Growth Management grant applications, and let the Chair sign a library services agreement amendment extending Monroe's termination notice period. All votes were 3-0.

• Adopted Order D2024-048 delegating BCC 77.305 landfill expansion review duties from SWAC to ENRAC (3-0)
• Approved OYA and Linn/Benton Counties juvenile detention center operating contract, effective Jan 1, 2024 to June 30, 2044 (3-0)
• Authorized NAPE and Community Development to apply for two Transportation Growth Management grants, Resolutions R2024-020 and R2024-021, $200,000 each (3-0)
• Authorized Board Chair to sign amendment to Library Services IGA with Monroe and Corvallis, extending Monroe's termination notice through September 2024 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss a modified proposal for the Health Services structure and an annual contract with Linn County for youth detention beds. Work sessions include a public health update and a needs assessment report for the South Corvallis Food Hub. The agenda also includes several advisory board appointments.

• Modified proposal for Health Services structure
• Discussion of annual contract with Linn County for youth detention beds
• Grant application for McBee Campground improvements
• South Corvallis Food Hub Needs Assessment Report presentation
• Renewal of annual liquor licenses for Fiscal Year 2024-25

The Board approved an intergovernmental agreement with Linn County for youth detention beds and modified a 2023 proposal to maintain separate Health Department and Community Health Center structures. Other actions included renewing annual liquor licenses and appointing members to several advisory boards.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Linn County for youth detention beds (2-0)
• Approved modification to May 2023 Health Services structure to maintain two separate departments (2-0)
• Approved renewal of annual liquor licenses for FY 2024-25 (2-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including appointments to multiple advisory boards (2-0)
• Approved application for Oregon State Parks Local Government Grant for McBee Campground (2-0)
• Proclaimed June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth in Benton County (2-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a goal-setting work session to receive updates on Benton Area Transit and the Sustainable Materials Management Plan. The meeting includes reviews of draft documents regarding National Flood Insurance Program and Endangered Species Act compliance. Staff will also discuss streamlining meeting minutes and the 2024 summer meeting schedule.

• Benton Area Transit update
• National Flood Insurance Program and Endangered Species Act compliance drafts
• Sustainable Materials Management Plan update
• Streamlining Board of Commissioners meeting minutes
• Executive session for labor negotiations

The Benton County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to transition to a streamlined minutes format for Board meetings, with Malone and Augerot in favor and Wyse against. The Board also concurred without motion on July 2024 meeting schedule changes, including rescheduling the July 17 Administrative Services Departments Meeting to the week of July 8, cancelling the July 23 Quarterly Information Sharing Meeting, and rescheduling the July 24 County Counsel Meeting to a date to be determined. The rest of the goal-setting meeting covered updates on Benton Area Transit, FEMA floodplain and Endangered Species Act draft documents, the Sustainable Materials Management Plan, and County Administrator and Commissioner activity reports. The Board met in Executive Session under ORS 192.660[2][d] for labor negotiations and adjourned at 12:42 PM.

• Approved transition to streamlined minutes format for Board of Commissioners meetings (2-1; Augerot and Malone in favor, Wyse against)
• Concurred without motion to reschedule July 17 Administrative Services Departments Meeting to week of July 8
• Concurred without motion to cancel July 23 Quarterly Information Sharing Meeting
• Concurred without motion to reschedule July 24 County Counsel Meeting to a date to be determined

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the approval of Supplemental Countywide Budget No. 241201. The agenda also includes discussions on coordinated homeless response and an amendment to InterGovernmental Agreement #6522. Additionally, work sessions are scheduled for updates on fire response roles and county facilities.

• Public hearing for Supplemental Countywide Budget No. 241201
• Discussion and action regarding Stand By Me Oregon
• Amendment to InterGovernmental Agreement #6522 between the State of Oregon and Benton County
• Agreement for leasing city properties for coordinated homeless response
• Amending the Collection Franchise Agreement

The Board approved a 2.3% budget increase to fund the purchase of a behavioral health building and new housing units. The Board also entered into an agreement with the City of Corvallis to provide transitional housing for homeless residents.

• Approved Supplemental Countywide Budget No. 241201, increasing appropriations by $11.6M (3-0)
• Approved IGA with City of Corvallis for leasing city properties for coordinated homeless response (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 allocation to Stand By Me financial literacy project for FY 2025-26 (3-0)
• Approved IGA #6522 Amendment #1 with State of Oregon for $195,867 in community corrections funding (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Collection Franchise Agreement with Allied Waste Services (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation P2024-014 designating June 2024 as 2SLGBTQI+ Pride Month (3-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Community Health Centers supplemental budget. Discussions include the selection process for rapid rehousing funding and countywide supplemental budgets. Work sessions will also cover public health updates and courthouse preservation.

• Public Hearing: Supplemental Budget 241101 (Resolution R2024-006)
• Approval of CAFFA Grant Application for Fiscal Period 2024-2025
• Selection process for HB 5019 Rapid Rehousing funding
• Countywide Supplemental Budget 241201 (Resolution R2024-008)
• Proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Public Works Week

The Board accepted the Historic Courthouse Advisory Committee's final report recommending the building be repurposed for government/civic use, arts/culture/education use, or a blend of both. The Board also approved several health-related grants and a supplemental budget for Community Health Centers.

• Accepted final report of the Historic Courthouse Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2024-006 for Community Health Centers Supplemental Budget 241101 (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 CAFFA Grant application and resolution (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Agriculture and Wildlife Protection Program Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved grant applications for IHN-CCO Community Capacity Building Fund (3-0)
• Authorized negotiations with select applicants for HB 5019 Rapid Rehousing (3-0)
• Forwarded Supplemental Budget 241201 to June 4 meeting for public hearing (3-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month and Public Works Week (3-0 each)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss potential action regarding land acquisition for the Corvallis-Albany Bike Path. The session also includes notices of intent to apply for behavioral health and justice-involved population grants. Additionally, commissioners will discuss county resource naming policies and the role of the Economic Development Office.

• Right-of-way acquisition for Corvallis-Albally Bike Path (Resolution No. R2024-007)
• Notice of Intent to Apply for Behavioral Health Services Expansion Grant
• Notice of Intent to Apply for Transitions in Care for Justice-Involved Populations Grant
• Discussion of County Resource Naming Policy
• Discussion regarding the role of the Economic Development Office

The Board approved two federal health grants for Community Health Centers and authorized a Resolution of Necessity to acquire land via eminent domain for the Corvallis-Albany bike path. The Board also discussed updating the county's building naming policy and the future role of the Economic Development Office.

• Approved submittal of CHC Behavioral Health Services Expansion Grant application (3-0)
• Approved submittal of Transitions in Care for Justice-Involved Populations Grant application (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-007 (Resolution of Necessity) for bike path right-of-way (3-0)
• Approved December 12, 2023 Goal-setting Minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider accepting easements for the Corvallis to Albany Path between Pilkington Avenue and Merloy Avenue. Commissioners will also discuss a supplemental budget amendment for Community Health Centers. The meeting includes updates on economic development and American Rescue Plan Act expenses.

• Acceptance of easements for the Corvallis to Albany Path (Pilkington Ave to Merloy Ave)
• Discussion of Community Health Centers Budget amendment (Resolution No. R2024-006)
• Quarterly update from Corvallis-Benton Economic Development Office
• American Rescue Plan Act expense review
• Proclamation of May 2024 as Wildfire Awareness Month

The Board approved easements to allow construction of the Corvallis-to-Albany multi-use path between Pilkington Avenue and Merloy Avenue. They also accepted a quitclaim deed transferring ownership of the Hubert McBee Campground to the County. Additionally, the Board proclaimed May 2024 as Wildfire Preparedness Month and Historic Preservation Month, and forwarded a proposed $4.3 million budget reduction for Community Health Centers to a future public hearing.

• Approved easements for Corvallis-to-Albany Path (2-0)
• Accepted quitclaim deed for Hubert McBee Campground (2-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Wildfire Preparedness Month (2-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Historic Preservation Month (2-0)
• Forwarded Supplemental Budget 241101 for CHC to May 21 hearing (2-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review quarterly updates from several regional organizations and hear a presentation on the Benton Soil and Water Conservation District's 2023 Annual Report. The meeting also includes consideration of a Bureau of Justice Assistance federal grant.

• Approval of Bureau of Justice Assistance Federal Grant for the Adult Drug Treatment Court Program
• Community Services Consortium Quarterly Update
• Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments Quarterly Update
• Benton Soil and Water Conservation District 2023 Annual Report Presentation
• Rural Broadband Task Force Quarterly Update

The Board of Commissioners voted to apply for a federal grant to restart the Adult Drug Treatment Court Program. The meeting also included quarterly updates on community services, regional broadband efforts, and invasive species management.

• Approved application for $900,000 BJA grant for Adult Drug Treatment Court Program (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several grant applications and task force plans. This includes the adoption of a natural hazard mitigation plan and a review of the Sustainable Materials Management Planning Task Force prospectus. The meeting also features proclamations for public safety telecommunicators and crime victims' rights.

• Adoption of the Benton County 2024 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approval of the CAFFA Grant Application for Fiscal Period 2024-2025
• Discussion regarding the Oregon Department of Human Services Resilience Hub Grant
• Review of the Sustainable Materials Management Planning Task Force prospectus and timeline
• Proclamations for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and Crime Victims’ Rights Week

Board of Commissioners

This goal-setting meeting includes discussions on county growth impact projections and hybrid meeting security options. The Board will also consider action regarding the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-004 to endorse a state-based universal health care act.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-004 (Universal Health Care Act)
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Assessment Process overview
• County growth impact projections and future needs discussion
• Hybrid meeting security options
• Rotary Club of Philomath 2024 Salmon and Jazz Event sponsorship request

The Board approved moving to Zoom Webinar for its meetings to improve security and reduce disruptions. The Board also endorsed the State-based Universal Health Care Act and approved several small funding requests.

• Approved use of Zoom Webinar for Board of Commissioners meetings (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R2024-004 endorsing the State-based Universal Health Care Act (3-0)
• Approved $250 sponsorship for Rotary Club of Philomath 2024 Salmon and Jazz Event (3-0)
• Approved $1,712 for 2024 National Association of Counties (NACo) membership dues (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review the Community Health Centers budget and consider dissolving the Law Enforcement Review Committee. The meeting also includes updates on public health, library services, and the Marys River Watershed.

• Dissolution of the Law Enforcement Review Committee (Order No. D2024-029)
• Community Health Centers Budget Presentation
• Proclamation of Public Health Week (April 1–7, 2024)
• Proclamation of Library Week (April 7–14, 2024)
• Linn-Benton Housing Authority appointment and term correction

The Board dissolved the Law Enforcement Review Committee because it has not met in ten years. The Board also accepted a rebalanced budget report for Community Health Centers to address a revenue shortfall.

• Dissolved the Law Enforcement Review Committee (3-0)
• Accepted Community Health Centers 2023-25 Rebalanced Budget Report (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Pioneer Broadband grant application (3-0)
• Renewed membership in Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce for 2024 (3-0)
• Proclaimed April 1-7, 2024 as Public Health Week (3-0)
• Proclaimed April 7-14, 2024 as Library Week (3-0)
• Approved retroactive appointment and term correction for Linn-Benton Housing Authority (3-0)
• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Benton County Board of Commissioners adopted revised bylaws for the Disposal Site Advisory Committee (DSAC) to resume meetings, passing the measure 2-1 with Commissioner Wyse opposed. The Board also accepted the semiannual finance report for the period ending December 31, 2023, and approved a permanent reclassification for a GIS Engineering Technician position. Additionally, the Board proclaimed April 2024 as National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month and appointed three members to the Environmental and Natural Resources Advisory Committee.

• Approved revised DSAC bylaws with amendments (2-1, Wyse opposed)
• Proclaimed April 2024 as National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month (3-0)
• Appointed Jackson Rheuben, Damilola Oljubutu, and Sydney Tamplin to ENRAC (3-0)
• Approved permanent reclassification of Position 500294 to Technical Specialist Three (3-0)
• Accepted receipt of semiannual finance report for period ending 12/31/23 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 15 Joint Meeting and Jan 16 Board Meeting (3-0)
• Discussed Adult Drug Treatment Court grant application; no formal vote recorded
• Deferred decision on ABC House event attendance to future discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a goal-setting work session. Discussion topics include reviewing Quarter 3 and Quarter 4 analytic reports and the naming process for 4185 SW Research Way. The Board will also review leadership policies and practices.

• Review of Q3 and Q4 Analytic Reports
• Building naming discussion for 4185 SW Research Way
• Benton County leadership policies and practices review
• Executive session regarding labor negotiations

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant focused on rental and housing COVID-19 emergency projects. The agenda also includes reviewing the January 2024 ice storm after-action report and selecting a consultant for sustainable materials management.

• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant rental and housing COVID-19 emergency project
• Approval of revised Disposal Site Advisory Committee bylaws
• Recommendation for selection of Sustainable Materials Management Plan consultant
• Application for a new distillery location for Aaron's Home Spirits
• Review of the January 2024 ice storm after-action report

The Board authorized staff to negotiate a contract with the top-scoring proposer for a Sustainable Materials Management Plan. The Board also approved a $750 sponsorship for an ABC House fundraiser and proclaimed March 2024 as Women's History Month.

• Authorized Notice of Intent to award Sustainable Materials Management Plan contract (3-0)
• Approved $750 sponsorship for ABC House fundraiser (3-0)
• Proclaimed March 2024 as Women's History Month (3-0)
• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes via Consent Calendar (3-0)
• Approved report on Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 project (3-0)
• Approved application for Aaron's Home Spirits outlet via Consent Calendar (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a 4.8% rate increase for Republic Services solid waste collection, effective March 21, 2024. The Board also authorized a grant application for endangered butterfly habitat restoration and accepted several easements for the Corvallis to Albany Multiuse Path.

• Approved 4.8% solid waste collection rate increase (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation #P2024-002 for Day of Remembrance of Japanese Americans Incarcerated During WWII (3-0)
• Approved application for US Fish and Wildlife Service Section 6 Endangered Species Act Grant (3-0)
• Approved seven utility and access easements for Corvallis to Albany Path: Pilkington to Merloy Avenue (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Congressional Delegated Spending for four projects (3-0)
• Approved December 19, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a goal-setting meeting to discuss various departmental priorities and updates. Discussion topics include facilities, information technology, and county administrator priorities.

• Facilities Report by Public Works
• Information Technology Goals, Strategies, and Projects Roadmap
• Boards, Commissions, and Committees Status Discussion
• County Administrator Priorities Review and Updates
• Association of Oregon Counties 2024 Membership Renewal discussion and approval

The Board approved the 2024 Association of Oregon Counties membership renewal and authorized staff to draft a support letter for new courthouse funding. The meeting primarily consisted of goal-setting discussions regarding county facilities, IT roadmaps, and the status of advisory boards.

• Approved Association of Oregon Counties 2024 membership renewal and dues (3-0)
• Denied special voluntary assessment dues for the Council of Forest Trust Land Counties (3-0)
• Approved drafting a letter of support for new courthouse funding (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a five-year strategic plan to coordinate homeless response services and authorized a grant application for road improvements. The Board also updated election procedures and removed a bridge weight limit.

• Adopted HB 4123 Five-year Strategic Plan for Coordinated Homeless Response (3-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent to apply for $2M RAISE planning grant for SW 53rd Street Improvements (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-0323 revising election procedures in County Code Chapters 4, 5, and 6 (3-0)
• Approved removal of weight limit posting on Airport Avenue Bridge over Muddy Creek (3-0)
• Approved Benton Area Transit 2024 Title VI Plan Update (3-0)
• Proclaimed February 2024 as Black History Month (3-0)
• Approved retroactive reappointment of Sarah Bronstein to Cascades West Area Commission on Transportation (3-0)
• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a non-represented employee compensation plan anchored to the market median (50th percentile), with 12-step salary ranges effective January 1, 2024, and a separate adjustment to address salary compression in the Sheriff's Office. The total salary impact was estimated at $1,071,024, with a maximum total impact of about $1.5 million. The Board also approved the ongoing closure of the Alsea Health Center site with at least quarterly updates, signed a broadband grant letter of support, and adopted Ordinance 2024-0323 revising election code chapters 4, 5, and 6 on first reading.

• Approved 9-step salary ranges for annual increases plus steps 10-12 for exceptional performance, effective January 1, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved adjustment to address salary compression in the Sheriff's Office (3-0)
• Approved ongoing closure of the Alsea Health Center site with at least quarterly staff updates (3-0)
• Approved signing a Broadband Technical Assistance Program letter of support (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-0323 revising election code chapters 4, 5, and 6 on first reading (3-0)
• Approved initiating a letter of support for Willamette Grange restoration (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved submitting three prioritized names for a new collector street and authorized a grant application for restroom improvements at Hubert K. McBee Memorial Campground. A public hearing on election code revisions was continued to January 23, 2024.

• Approved submitting Champinefu Drive, Carson Drive, and Moore Drive as preferred street names (3-0)
• Approved application for 2024 Oregon Parks and Recreation Local Government Grant (3-0)
• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (3-0)
• Continued Public Hearing on Ordinance 2024-0322 (election code revisions) to January 23, 2024

Board of Commissioners

This goal-setting work session includes discussions on 2024 legislative priorities and the establishment of a fund for a new Benton County Jail. The Board will also review property purchase agreements and leadership policies.

• Acceptance of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 4185 SW Research Way
• Acceptance of Purchase and Sale Agreement for McBee Campground Property
• Authorization to execute Oregon Health Authority Grant Agreement documents
• Discussion regarding establishment of a fund to construct a new Benton County Jail
• Renewal of Housing Alliance Membership

The Board approved the purchase of 4185 SW Research Way for Children and Family Services and the McBee Campground property. Commissioners also authorized a $1.1M Oregon Health Authority grant for soil mitigation at the new Crisis Center. The Board decided to defer taking a formal position on Lane County's Measure 110 recommendations.

• Approved purchase of 4185 SW Research Way for Children and Family Services (3-0)
• Approved Acquisition Agreement for McBee Campground property (3-0)
• Authorized $1,126,592.21 Oregon Health Authority grant for Crisis Center soil mitigation (3-0)
• Approved $1,500 payment for Oregon Housing Alliance membership dues (3-0)
• Approved new agenda addendum procedure effective February 6, 2024 (3-0)
• Deferred taking a position on Lane County's Measure 110 memorandum